I’ve been reading this strip for 44 of my 50 years, and to me, characters like Rufus and Joel and Gertie, etc., are original. Sure, I miss Doc and Avery and Phyllis. But the name of the strip is Gasoline Alley, not “The Wallets.” Just as life itself involves an ever-shifting cast, should not a strip which emulates humanity reflect the same?
Meanwhile, let’s give Jim credit for being a master craftsman, truly one of the last of the trade. His storytelling is wonderful, and his artwork stands second to none.
Thank you, Jim, for giving us this refreshing, enlightening moment every day through your work!
I’ve been reading this strip for 44 of my 50 years, and to me, characters like Rufus and Joel and Gertie, etc., are original. Sure, I miss Doc and Avery and Phyllis. But the name of the strip is Gasoline Alley, not “The Wallets.” Just as life itself involves an ever-shifting cast, should not a strip which emulates humanity reflect the same? Meanwhile, let’s give Jim credit for being a master craftsman, truly one of the last of the trade. His storytelling is wonderful, and his artwork stands second to none. Thank you, Jim, for giving us this refreshing, enlightening moment every day through your work!