POPEYE #108 January 1971

POPEYE #108 was written , in part, as George Wildman's 50th anniversary tribute. In the lead story he throws in a short history of the series and has a some fun with a great splash page depicting himself at the drawing board (wearing a Charlton Comics shirt!) surrounded by the cast of characters who are interacting with him. He also gives mention to writer Joe Gill.

The entire issue is Wildman art, with many of the cast getting their share of the action. There's even a filler story involving some whales , also drawn (and likely written by) Wildman that's quite fun, if a little out of place; especially in this particular issue.

POPEYE #114 May 1972

Swee'Pea gets a charming 10 page retelling of sorts of his back-story in the cover feauture "How Prince Swee'pea  Came From Spinachovia". I found the scene in which they play a game of Monopoly especially funny for some reason.
After that, we're treated to four shorts, including one with Sappo, who was getting less and less exposure in the series by this point.
A few hit and misses, but over all a rather enjoyable issue,all wrapped up in a cover and interior art by George Wildman with writing by Nick Cuti.