The early version of the cartoon sailor is now in public domain, and he's already the star of a slasher movie.

Later that day, Harrison Township Fire Department crews responded to reports of a person down at Popeye’s Louisiana ... multiple gunshot wounds to the head. Investigators believe Hancock shot ...

though his forearms and head are less exaggerated than what's evolved on the familiar modern character. "Hey, there!" Castor said. "Are you a sailor?" Popeye, hat in place, pipe between his lips ...