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Little Max (1949) comic books 1948-1950

  • Issue #1
    Little Max (1949) 1

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    Cover by Al Avison (credited as Ham Fisher). Stories and art by Ham Fisher (credited), Mo Leff, Warren Kremer, Al Avison and Vic Herman. Joe Palooka's speechless sidekick from the popular Ham Fisher boxing strip gets his own comic, noteworthy for early versions of Little Dot and other Harvey characters. Little Max makes like Michelangelo when he carves a bust of Joe Palooka out of soap. Li'l Dot, yet to develop her Harvey look or her dot-obsession, hatches a plan to swim with her grandma's ducklings. Plus an illustrated profile of Little Max's creator, cartoonist Ham Fisher. Infinity cover also features the covers of Harvey's other Ham Fisher comics, Joe Palooka and Humphrey. Meet Ham Fisher and Little Max; Circus Daze; The Uninvited Guest; The Genius; Humphrey Wins a Prize; Clown Capers; Rhymes of Reason; Li'l Dot; The Unlucky Cat; Junior Genius: A Whale of a Time!!!; Re-Voice English; Lil Dot and the Surprise Cake; The Cut-Up. 36 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

  • Issue #2
    Little Max (1949) 2
    Published Dec 1949 by Harvey.

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    Stories and art by Ham Fisher (credited) and Vic Herman. Joe Palooka's speechless sidekick from the popular Ham Fisher boxing strip gets his own comic, noteworthy for early versions of Little Dot and other Harvey characters. In a rhyming adventure, Little Max is aided by cartoon alarm clocks and brooms to make it to school on time. Li'l Dot, yet to develop her Harvey look or her dot-obsession, creates a masterpiece with the modeling clay in her kindergarten class. The Lawn Lawn Trail; Who's Who at the Zoo; Li'l Dot Goes to Kindergarten; Rhymes with Reason; Shoeshine Boy; Li'l Dot: Lemonade Stand; Li'l Dot Goes Fishing; Holly of Hollywood; Humphrey Saves the Day. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

  • Issue #3
    Little Max (1949) 3
    Published Feb 1950 by Harvey.

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    Stories and art by Ham Fisher (credited) and Vic Herman. Joe Palooka's speechless sidekick from the popular Ham Fisher boxing strip gets his own comic, noteworthy for early versions of Little Dot and other Harvey characters. Joe Palooka takes Little Max to the zoo to cheer him up, but it doesn't work the way he thought. Max gives Alice a lift on his go-cart. Li'l Dot, yet to develop her Harvey look or her dot-obsession, finds a way to keep playing while having her photograph taken. Fun on Ice; Be Glad You're You; The Hero; Humphrey and the 'Criminuls'; Ready - Aim - Fire; Little Max Rhymes with Reason; Shiver Me Timbers; Li'l Dot Has Her Picture Taken; Horse Sense; Li'l Dot's Strange Appetite; Max-imum Effort. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

  • Issue #4
    Little Max (1949) 4
    Published Apr 1950 by Harvey.

    Stories and art by Jack Keeler, Al Avison and Vic Herman. Joe Palooka's speechless sidekick from the popular Ham Fisher boxing strip gets his own comic, noteworthy for early versions of Little Dot and other Harvey characters. Li'l Dot, yet to develop her Harvey look or her dot-obsession, duplicates a designer dress using materials she finds at home -- including the dog! Little Max gives new meaning to counting sheep when you can't sleep. Jack B. Quick-like Little Genius sets out to stop a train robbery, but his long-suffering Papa bears the brunt of the misunderstanding. Sunday Coat; Sleepy-Time Gal; Junior Genius. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

  • Issue #5
    Little Max (1949) 5
    Published Jun 1950 by Harvey.

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    Stories and art by Al Avison and Vic Herman. Joe Palooka's speechless sidekick from the popular Ham Fisher boxing strip gets his own comic, noteworthy for early versions of Little Dot and other Harvey characters. Joe Palooka reads the story of Jack and the Beanstalk, and Max dreams himself into the story. Plus solo stories featuring Li'l Dot and Humphrey. Max and the Beanstalk; Caught Short; Rhymes with Reason; Fishing Fever; Humphrey: Buzz Bombed; Li'l Dot: Dog Meets Fish; Li'l Dot: The Yes Woman. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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  • Issue #6
    Little Max (1949) 6
    Published Aug 1950 by Harvey.
    • Restored (see item notes)
    • Restoration- glue at spine.

    Stories and art by Ted Shearer and Art Helfant. Joe Palooka's speechless sidekick from the popular Ham Fisher boxing strip gets his own comic, noteworthy for early versions of Little Dot and other Harvey characters. Little Max imagines himself as the youngest of the Three Bears during Goldilocks's adventure. Max can't afford a cowboy outfit like his friends, but he finds a way to become a real cowboy anyway. Max and Alice have adventures while visiting Joe Palooka's parents on their farm. Plus solo stories featuring Li'l Dot and Humphrey. Little Max's Puzzle Page; Little Max: The Three Bears; Rhymes with Reason; Little Stuff; Comic Puzzlers; Un-Voluntarily Hero; King of the Cowboys; Rumpus; Humphrey Takes to Water; Little Max Goes Visiting; Humphrey: Runnin' Wild; Leminade Party; Li'l Dot's Charity; Little Max's Zoo Quiz. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

  • Issue #7
    Little Max (1949) 7
    Published Oct 1950 by Harvey.

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  • Issue #8
    Little Max (1949) 8
    Published Dec 1950 by Harvey.

    Stories and art by Bill Schreiber and others. Joe Palooka's speechless sidekick from the popular Ham Fisher boxing strip gets his own comic, noteworthy for early versions of Little Dot and other Harvey characters. Max is befriended by a Talking Balloon that he rescues. Rags Rabbit performs dangerous stunts to win a photograph contest, but Pesty forgets to put film into his camera. A bully sends Little Max and his friends on a sled-ride they'll never forget. Plus solo stories featuring Humphrey and a vintage Tootsie Roll ad, "Captain Tootsie and the Run-Away Baby Carriage" by Bill Schreiber. The Friendly Balloon; Beat the Band; Little Max Meets the Farm Animals; Flying High; Rags Rabbit; Humphrey Eats Again!; Ranch Rhymes; Talkin' Turkey; Kite Kapers; The Payoff; It's Auto-matic; Happy Birthday; Little Max Game Page. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.