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William Van Horn was the trifecta of talent on this reprinted Donald Duck Adventures (1991) issue 16. Mr. Van Horn wrote, illustrated and lettered the tale.

The story, “Kid Stuff,” harkens back to the black and white spoofs like Abbott and Costello or Martin and Lewis.

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Donald decides to become a house painter. The nephews are disappointed when their uncle dismisses their desire to help. Their revenge is to “haunt” the house Donald is hired to paint.

Their ploy is discovered and Donald turns the tables on Huey, Dewey and Louie. Their fun is further spoiled when the boys learn the house really is haunted.

Story teller Van Horn turned his talents to Disney comics in 1988 specializing in the Ducks. The artist has the distinction of illustrating Carl Bark’s final Uncle Scrooge story, “Horsing around with History.” It appeared in Uncle Scrooge Adventures issue 33.

Son, Noel Van Horn is a Disney artist as well focusing on Mickey Mouse tales.