Popeye #29
In "The Boo-Bird!", Swee'Pea’s disappointment over a missing dime leads him on an unexpected treasure hunt—only to uncover a surprising secret buried beneath Popeye’s own yard. Written and illustrated by Bud Sagendorf, this 1954 Dell comic captures the classic charm of the strip with its playful antics and whimsical twist, all brought to life by Sagendorf’s signature art and lettering. The cover, also by Sagendorf, perfectly encapsulates the story’s lighthearted mystery.
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Swee'Pea is unhappy when Popeye refuses to give him a dime so he goes out and comes back later with a million dollars - because he has dug up Popeye's yard where the sailor's recovered pirate treasure is stashed.
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