Peanuts by Charles Schulz for October 26, 1965
Transcript:
Linus writes, "Dear Great Pumpkin, Something has occurred to me."<BR><BR> Linus continues, "You must get discouraged because more people believe in Santa Claus than in you."<BR><BR> Linus writes, "Well, let's face it . . . Santa Claus has had more publicity."<BR><BR> Linus continues, "But being number two, perhaps you try harder."<BR><BR>
jtyroler about 8 years ago
This is actually a reference to Avis car rentals, which used to run commercials about trying harder when you’re #2.
jasonbres about 2 years ago
This was adapted into “It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown”, as well as during the song “The Vigil” in the stage musical “Snoopy!!!”.