National Comics #73

In "A Country Slicker!", Lassie dreams big—imagining a future as a Hollywood star, Miss America, and even President of the United States—all while staying true to her roots. Written, drawn, and inked by Bernard Dibble, this 1949 tale from National Comics #73 blends whimsy and heart in a story that captures the boundless imagination of a young dog with big ambitions. The cover by Gill Fox perfectly captures Lassie’s starry-eyed aspirations.