Junior [Junior Comics] #9

In "Down in the Dumps," young Junior and his dog Goofy are caught in a whirlwind of misunderstanding when their school’s junk drive turns the Hancock lawn into a chaotic pile of scrap—just as the Women’s Club arrives to recruit Mrs. Hancock. With the ladies ready to leave in disgust, a stray compact tossed on the pile leads to a surprise arrest, but Junior’s earnest explanation about helping needy children clears everything up. Written and illustrated by Al Feldstein, this 1947 gem from Junior Comics #9 captures a moment of innocent chaos and community spirit, with the cover by Feldstein perfectly capturing the scene’s playful tension.