Red Goose Comic Selections #4

Barney Ross, a former boxing champion known for his relentless spirit, answers the call to serve during World War II despite being past the age limit and having health concerns. After being rejected initially, he joins the Marines and is soon thrust into the brutal fighting at Guadalcanal, where he helps defend a wounded comrade under intense enemy fire, displaying the same courage that defined his boxing career.

A young cinnamon bear named Brownie discovers a fallen star and sets out across Animal Village to find its rightful home, consulting Dr. Ormsby Owl, a sheriff, a starfish, and even the Gemini twins—only to realize the star was with him all along. His journey takes him from Hollywood to the ocean and finally to the sky, where he learns the star belongs among the constellations. Now a permanent fixture in the night sky, Brownie shines as "The Little Bear" where he always belonged.

Colonel Laverne "Blondy" Saunders and his wounded crew survive a harrowing crash landing on a remote Pacific island after their bomber is shot down over Japanese-held territory. With no way to signal for help, they must rely on the kindness of the island’s native people while evading Japanese patrols and waiting for rescue.

In a heartfelt baseball game between the Prairie Island Sioux and Winnipeg, a young player named Rock faces mounting pressure as the game reaches a tense finale. Drawn from memories of his mother’s wisdom and his own determination, Rock steps up to bat in the eleventh inning, carrying the weight of past words and the hopes of his team.

Dell O'Dell, a young woman seeking work, lands a six-week gig in Paris, where she begins her journey as a magician, surprising audiences with unexpected tricks. After a clever act involving a rabbit and a hat, she gains acclaim—and a husband, Charles Carrer, a juggler—before returning to America to build her fame. One night, she uses her magic not for entertainment, but to outwit a group of robbers in a nightclub, relying on misdirection to protect herself and her belongings.

Captain Joe Foss of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, rises from a humble upbringing and a dedication to marksmanship to become a standout Marine Corps pilot, overcoming illness and danger in the Pacific Theater. His relentless skill and courage in the skies over Guadalcanal earn him a record-breaking tally of aerial victories, cementing his place as America’s top ace.