Creator of Dennis the Menace. Original hand-inked one panel Dennis the Menace comic strip, dated October 18, 1951, depicting the Mitchells sitting at the dinner table attempting to get Dennis to finish his meal, signed in the lower right corner in black ink, “Ketcham.” Also signed and inscribed “Best wishes to Arthur L. Howard, Hank Ketcham, Monterey, Calif. 1-19-54.” In fine condition, with detached title panel and a few light bends. R&R COA.