In the first story, Dick's estranged girlfriend Tess marries a former major-league pitcher, and of course the union ends tragically. Stooge Viller makes a re-appearance in a touching story that involves his young daughter, Binnie.And a particularly interesting crime couple makes their appearance: the midget Jerome Trohs and his gargantuan lover, Big Mama. I don't hold with all the praise this strip gets; I think the plotting and art are overrated. But take away the hype, and it is a pretty entertaining strip for a slow afternoon. Good junk food. ( )