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Abbott and Costello Comics #19

Aug 1953 · St. John · 0.10 USD
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Abbott and Costello travel to a temple in China where they become entangled with a sacred ape and encounter various dangers including hostile natives and temple priests. After being chased through the jungle and threatened by the Wasuli tribe, the duo must navigate the temple while being pursued by those seeking the sacred ape, leading to comedic misadventures involving the magical artifact and a beautiful woman who aids their escape.

Contains 2 stories
So Near and Yet Safari!
24 pp · Humor, Jungle
Bud AbbottLou CostelloTawanaEric (villain)Lulu (villain)

Bud Abbott and Lou Costello find themselves deep in the jungle, where a series of misadventures begins when they encounter the fierce and enigmatic Tawana. As they try to navigate the dangers of the wild, they’re pursued by the villainous Eric and his accomplice Lulu, who have their own plans for the jungle’s treasures. With slapstick chaos, mistaken identities, and a series of narrow escapes, the duo struggles to stay one step ahead—though their greatest challenge may just be surviving the jungle’s unexpected surprises.

The Case of the Idle Idol
8 pp · Humor, Detective-Mystery
Bud AbbottLou CostelloK-9 (a dog)Tau Foo

Bud Abbott and Lou Costello are hired by a mysterious figure to recover a stolen jade idol in Chinatown, only to find themselves tangled in a web of disguises, mistaken identities, and a temple full of traps. As they navigate a series of absurd encounters—including a fake lion, a suspiciously cheerful woman, and a dog who may be the real detective—they must uncover the truth before time runs out.

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Full credits

artist, inker Lily Renée
artist, inker Eric Peters

Reprints

↩ Reprints Abbott and Costello Comics #2 (1948)

Reprinted in Bud Abbott and Lou Costello #17

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