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Mutt and Jeff #8 (1922)

Cupples & Leon · 1922 · 52 pages

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Contains 46 stories
Wasn't That Careless of the Mess Sergeant?
1 pp · humor

Mutt and Jeff encounter a comically exorbitant steak price, leading Jeff to mock the mess sergeant for serving horse meat that still has its harness attached. When Mutt tries to sell a miraculous salve that supposedly regrows lost body parts, Jeff scoffs — only to be surprised when Mutt claims it made a whole new dog grow from a cut-off tail.

When Mutt Stars to Spoof Jeff Goes Him One Better.
1 pp · humor
The Little Fellow Speaks in a Universal Language.
1 pp · humor

Mutt tries to impress Jeff by quoting French phrases he’s learned from a book, declaring "Au Revoir" with flair. Jeff, confused by the foreign words, responds with his own brand of nonsense, leading to a playful exchange where Mutt insists his "universal language" is the real thing.

Mutt Bit on This One Like a Poor Fish.
1 pp · humor

Mutt insists on discussing favorite foods, leading Jeff to hilariously mix up holidays with actual dishes. When Mutt presses for a real answer, Jeff claims he loves oyster soup in winter and the Fourth of July in summer—because, he explains, he can't enjoy either without crackers, prompting a series of playful sound effects.

Merely One Guy's Opinion of Another.
1 pp · humor

Mutt, inspired by Sir Sidney’s fancy title, decides he needs a personal seal to match his own standing. Jeff suggests a cipher, leaving Mutt to ponder what symbol best represents him—before the story cuts off mid-thought.

A Lot Can Happen When a Guy's Pounding His Ear.
1 pp · humor

Jeff insists his toothache is unbearable, prompting Mutt to suggest pulling it out—then quickly adds that he’ll need to put Jeff to sleep with gas first. Jeff, still awake, tries to count his coins before losing consciousness, only to be interrupted by Mutt’s repeated “GAS” as he goes under.

Mutt's Son Is Indeed a Chip of the Old Block.
1 pp · humor
Cicero
Jeff Slips Mutt Some Dope about His Social Standing.
1 pp · humor

Jeff boasts to Mutt about his new upscale meat market, claiming his customers are elite. Mutt, eager to impress, tries to join in by opening a charge account, only to be met with Jeff’s sly remark about the "first and last families" — a joke that subtly undercuts Mutt’s social ambitions.

Jeff's Ignorance about Boat Terms Is Indeed Refreshing.
1 pp · humor

Jeff, a man with a delightfully limited grasp of nautical jargon, is baffled when his friend boasts about being treated like royalty on a boat. His friend claims to have ridden on the quarter-deck, only for Jeff to proudly declare he always rides on the "fifty cent deck," leaving his friend unimpressed.

Jeff Finally Got Mutt Classified.
1 pp · humor

Jeff finally gets Mutt classified after a series of escalating arguments about whether Mutt is an "ignorant bum," a "cheap bum," or simply "the kind of bum you are," culminating in a heated exchange where Mutt's frustration boils over. The story captures their classic comedic dynamic as Jeff tries to resolve the situation through bureaucratic means, only to be met with Mutt's defiant outburst.

What's So Rare as a Hundred Per Cent. Friend?
1 pp · humor

Jeff suggests playing poker with SpiVIS, but Mutt warns him off, claiming SpiVIS isn’t a true friend after publicly insulting Jeff. When Jeff is shocked, Mutt proudly declares he was the only one there to defend him—saying he called Jeff a friend right in front of the crowd.

Spivis Learns Something about the Little Fellow's Past.
1 pp · humor

Spivis tries to impress Jeff by performing a Shakespearean monologue, claiming he once acted in a stock company. Jeff responds with mock astonishment at Spivis’s claim, prompting a humorous exchange about his favorite role—leading to a punchline involving a hot wiener.

Jeff Figured This Guy Could Get Away with a Big Safe.
1 pp · humor

Jeff recalls a former waiter arrested for stealing a piano, convinced the man couldn’t be guilty despite his confession. He wonders aloud what the waiter might have stolen if he’d given in during a moment of strength instead of weakness, leading to a humorous twist on the idea of temptation.

Speaking of This Fifty-Fifty Stuff.
1 pp · humor

Jeff boasts to Mutt about his success selling rabbit pies in Paris after the Armistice, claiming he kept prices low by using a "secret" ingredient. When Mutt asks how he managed such a bargain, Jeff reveals he mixed horse meat with rabbit in a fifty-fifty ratio, leaving Mutt stunned by the revelation.

Dan Cupid Will Get Dizzy Following the Little Fellow's Pace.
1 pp · humor

Mutt and Jeff debate Jeff’s sudden decision to propose to a woman he met just two days prior, with Mutt cautioning against such a hasty step. Jeff, convinced he’s in love, insists on proposing at eleven o’clock, only to pause when Mutt points out they barely know each other—prompting Jeff to reconsider, just in time to delay his plans by an hour.

Jeff Thinks Mutt Hasn't Changed a Bit.
1 pp · humor
Cicero

Jeff is surprised to see Cicero, a young boy, asking for a penny to be good, and is startled when Cicero’s father refuses to give him one. Jeff questions Mutt about whether he ever gave Cicero money for being good as a child, leading to a moment of reflection.

Just for That, Jeff'll Look for Another Manager.
1 pp · humor

Jeff reluctantly agrees to indoor training with his manager, who insists on an imaginary bicycle exercise to build leg strength. As Jeff struggles to keep his legs moving, he admits he’s tired and tries to coast, only to be mocked for his effort.

Sure! Jeff Wrote a Novel Called 'The Cute Vamp,' and It Was Awful.
1 pp · humor

Jeff, wide-eyed and undeterred, insists he’s finally found success after writing a novel titled "The Cute Vamp," despite Mutt’s skepticism. When Mutt reminds him it’s late and mocks his past failures, Jeff reveals he just received a five-dollar check—not from a publisher, but from the express company that lost his manuscript.

Oh, Look Who's Trying to Get on the Police Force!
1 pp · humor

Mutt nervously awaits the results of his police force exam, only to learn he scored zero. When he protests, the Captain bluntly confirms the score, leaving Mutt stunned and questioning the fairness of the grading.

The Little Fellow Springs a Hot One on Mutt.
1 pp · humor

The Little Fellow challenges Mutt with a riddle about something with eight legs that sings, leading to a series of increasingly absurd guesses from Mutt. After Mutt fails to solve it, the Little Fellow reveals the answer with a punchline that hinges on wordplay, leaving Mutt baffled.

On the Other Hand, Jeff Certainly Is All Dolled Up.
1 pp · humor

Jeff boasts to Mutt about his new job as a lion tamer, claiming he tames lions by putting his head between their jaws, while Mutt remains skeptical of his wild story.

Jeff Certainly Slipped One Over on Mutt.
1 pp · humor

Jeff and Mutt agree to split their last drink by seeing who has the most spectacular dream, with the winner claiming the prize. Mutt boasts of a vivid dream about traveling to Mars and being interviewed by alien reporters, only to have Jeff reveal he dreamed the same thing — and took the drink while Mutt was asleep.

Evidently Jeff Has Been Getting Away with Something.
1 pp · humor

Jeff, posing as a memory teacher, confidently takes ten dollars from Mutt, who’s desperate to improve his forgetfulness. Jeff’s smug demeanor quickly gives way to panic when he realizes he can’t remember the address of a student who hasn’t paid him—just as Mutt’s forgotten debt comes back to haunt him.

Jeff Was Gonna Make It as Homelike as Possible.
1 pp · humor

Jeff tries to make their shared room feel more like home by setting up a mailbox for a hen he claims was hatched from a parcel post egg, much to Mutt’s confusion and amusement. The joke hinges on Jeff’s absurd logic and the playful, topsy-turvy reasoning behind his quirky domestic setup.

Some Mineral Water! Either That or Some Lie.
1 pp · humor

Mutt insists that a mineral spring on his father’s farm is rich in iron, claiming a mare has gone ten years without needing horseshoes because of it. Jeff is skeptical, questioning how they know the water contains iron, but Mutt sticks to his story with increasingly outlandish logic.

Yes, the Little Fellow Is Quite Right, Quite Right.
1 pp · humor

Mutt insists he’s thriving on his early morning habits, much to Jeff’s alarm. Jeff argues that no one can sustain such a pace and live to fifty—until Mutt counters with a playful, unexpected twist that leaves Jeff momentarily stumped.

The Little Fellow Thinks Three Can Play at That Game.
1 pp · humor

The Little Fellow, convinced Sam is cheating at poker, confronts him after a game, claiming he saw Sam with three cards that were supposed to be under the table. As Sam protests his innocence, the Little Fellow declares he’s won three bucks, turning the tables on the supposed crook.

Cicero Mutt Makes a Perfectly Natural Mistake for a Child.
1 pp · humor
Cicero

Cicero, trying to impress Jeff with his reading, confidently declares that "furlough" means "a mule," much to Jeff's dismay. When Jeff challenges him, Cicero defends his answer with a photo of his father, a private in the war, claiming it proves his definition is correct.

Spivis Must Be Related to the Master Mind.
1 pp · humor

Jeff buys pears for Spivis, who instructed him to check for ripeness by pinching a few—so Jeff takes the whole bag instead, returning with the same half-dollar coin. Spivis, despite being a bit of a sap, has a big heart, and Jeff’s clever twist on the task proves his own brand of mischief.

Mutt Was Serious, and Jeff - Well, You Know Him.
1 pp · humor

Mutt confidently claims expertise in arithmetic, but Jeff’s simple question about fitting more nuts or lemons into a barrel quickly exposes a surprising twist. Mutt insists nuts would fit better—only to be corrected when Jeff reveals the lemons can be squeezed in more densely.

At Press Time Jeff Was Still Following the Taxi.
1 pp · humor

Jeff is still chasing a taxi after a chaotic dental visit, where he accidentally had the wrong tooth pulled and then the right one for no reason, prompting Mutt to urge him to be discreet. The absurdity of the situation only adds to the comedic frenzy as Jeff’s pursuit continues.

Jeff Does Get Terribly Personal at Times.
1 pp · humor

Jeff tries to impress a woman by sending her a photo, but his friend advises against the one in his army uniform—suggesting a more dramatic, gas-mask portrait instead. The humor comes from the absurdity of the situation and the friend’s deadpan suggestion, leaving the outcome of the gift’s reception up in the air.

The Boys Are Full of the Holiday Spirit.
1 pp · humor

Mutt surprises Jeff with a box of smuggled cigars as a Christmas gift, claiming they’re from a friend. Jeff is delighted by the unexpected present, unaware of how they actually came to be, and the two share a moment of festive camaraderie before the year ends.

Mutt Stings Jeff with a Right to the Eye.
1 pp · humor

Mutt confronts Jeff about missing a game at the Dutchman’s, only to be stunned when Jeff claims he made a fortune auctioning off a surprising collection of bees—just one horse and six hives. Mutt scoffs at the absurdity, demanding proof, but Jeff stands by his improbable tale with unwavering confidence.

Jeff Believes the Little Bear Is Able to Stand It.
1 pp · humor

Jeff proudly shows off his unusual pet—a small bear he claims is a gift from Sir Sidney—ignoring Mutt’s growing concern about keeping a bear indoors. Mutt, skeptical and a little jealous, questions the arrangement, but Jeff insists the little bear is perfectly at home in his room.

As a Reporter, Jeff Flashes Some Snappy Copy.
1 pp · humor

Jeff, the reporter, is scolded by his editor, Mutt, for a clumsy headline that mistakenly refers to a man as a lady at a charity ball. Jeff defends his copy by pointing out that the man, Sir Sidney, was literally present among the beautiful ladies—though the confusion leads to a moment of comedic misunderstanding.

As a Hunter Jeff Isn't in Dan Boone's Class.
1 pp · humor

Jeff, desperate to prove himself a hunter after a fruitless day, buys a rabbit from a vendor for $1.15, claiming he shot it. Mutt, skeptical, questions the price tag on the rabbit’s ear, prompting Jeff to nervously improvise a story about it being a personal memo. Mutt isn’t fooled and warns Jeff to remove the tag next time, shaking his head in disbelief.

When Jeff Gets an Order He Follows It to the Letter.
1 pp · humor

Jeff takes a strict order to carry sixteen bricks per load seriously, even when the count seems off, leading to a moment of confusion when he insists on adding one more brick to make up the full number—prompting a sharp reply from Mutt, who tosses him a brick with a smirk.

And When the Horse Yawns, Jeff Slips the Bit in His Mouth.
1 pp · humor

Jeff is late bringing a horse to the track, claiming he can't groom its hooves until the animal lies down — a delay that frustrates Mutt, who mocks Jeff’s indecision. As the horse yawns, Jeff seizes the moment to slip the bit into its mouth, seemingly resolving the impasse.

And Then Mutt Busted the Table Over Jeff's Bean.
1 pp · humor

Mutt celebrates the end of Jeff and SpiVIS's strike at the Dutchman's Coffee House, where the trio resumes their daily card games. Jeff arrives looking cheerful, announcing the strike has ended successfully, and the group prepares to continue their routine—until a sudden, chaotic moment erupts.

All Jeff Wanted Was Four or Five Weeks' Time.
1 pp · humor

Mutt convinces Jeff to join him in a business venture, claiming Jeff’s aunt’s $500 is the perfect investment. Jeff, skeptical, argues the deal is unfair—Mutt offers only his experience while putting all the money on the line—until Mutt promises to have the profits in a month.

There Are Times When Jeff's Ignorance Is Indeed a Revelation.
1 pp · humor

Jeff, mistaken for a foreigner due to his ignorance, is introduced to a man claiming to be Mister Shactown of Australia. The man’s fluent English and casual demeanor lead to a humorous misunderstanding, as Jeff’s cluelessness inadvertently makes him seem like the one who’s been in the country longer.

Oh, Well, Mutt May Be Able to Find a Barrel Somewhere.
1 pp · humor

Mutt frets over his ill-fitting trousers, desperate for a press before a big date, while Jeff volunteers to help—unaware of the dangers of a too-hot iron. As Jeff confidently claims to know when the iron is too hot by the smell of scorched fabric, a sudden, painful reaction from the pants sends him leaping back in surprise.

Jeff Has to Land Nine More Saps Like Mutt to Break Even.
1 pp · humor

Jeff is thrilled to be named skipper of Sir Sidney’s yacht, but worries he’ll get sea sick. When Mutt asks for a cure, Jeff claims to know a secret—though he only paid ten bucks to SpiVis for it—before offering a cheaper alternative: get off the boat and sit under a tree when symptoms hit.

Jeff Kept Spivis in Suspense for Quite a Spell.
1 pp · humor

Jeff teases Spivis with a series of increasingly absurd guesses about what happened to a kitten he once had, refusing to reveal the truth. Spivis tries to piece it together, only to be baffled by Jeff’s increasingly exasperating answers. The punchline hinges on a simple, unexpected twist that leaves Spivis utterly confused.

My Word! But Isn't Mutt the Selfish Old Thing!!
1 pp · humor

Jeff is shocked when Mutt offers him what he claims is the finest rye whiskey, only to reveal it’s a tiny, aged pour that leaves Jeff making a wry face. Mutt laughs at Jeff’s reaction, calling him a poor sap, as Jeff protests the minuscule amount despite its age.

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