Andy Capp by Reg Smythe for July 17, 2024

why? thought you are used to the place to the limit you call it “home” by now! shrug

At least his building is three-dimensional, not like the flat-appearing buildings typically drawn for downtown Hartlepool.

Introduce him to Guitar Bob.

He must have visited Hartlepool on several occasions.

At least he didn’t build it around you. Although then you’d feel at home.

If it were a Pub, Andy would be good with that.

Shouldn’t it be “GAOL”?

Artists do what they know…

Of course, the creep is in purple. Never trust a comic character in purple. Thankfully the good Capp knows that.

Andy’s just homesick.

Pub geezers paid Stan to ruffle Andy’s beach vacation…..

Stan has picked up on Andy’s rep too.

Cell number 302 has always been Andy’s favorite, so it doesn’t look like this one will be acceptable.

From the archives: Andy Capp, by Reg Smythe – Sep. 5, 1970. Constable at the pub door with fighting sounds inside.

C: “Come along now, Mr. Capp – I think it would be better if you spent the night with us.”

A.C.: Yer probably right, Constable. My usual cell, I presume?

C: Oh-Ohh. (Andy appears) I’m afraid it’s already occupied – We’ve got a new man on the desk, but I’m sure we can fix you up with one just as nice.

A.C.: Don’t gimme that! You know I’ve always been ‘appy in 302! I’ve been a customer f’ years – I think I deserve some consideration!

Sea Cells by the seashore!

I would really like to know how Stan keeps those skinny jail bars in place and not collapsing.

Just wants ensure you’re in familiar surroundings.

Could we get Stan to start drawing the strip?

Could we get Stan to start drawing the strip?

Andy should feel proud. He probably inspired the artist!

Sure, move to Brighton!

Was this a special commission sponsored by Flo?

His reputation has spread to the Beach!

Andy would like it better if he made a pub.

Sleep with one eye open, Andy! Grip your pillow tight!

Isn’t it spelled “gaol”?

Andy you should be used to jail.

Andy you should be used to jail

Andy’s making waves about the sand art. He wishes he could make real ones. .

Another place Andy hates: the job center!