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Cover: Bob Montana

Archie #9

Jan 1952 · Gerald G. Swan · 6d [0-0-6 GBP]
📊 ~15,757 copies sold its debut month
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Contains 5 stories
Prisoner of Love
7 pp · Humor, Teen

In "Prisoner of Love," Archie's jalopy takes an unexpected downhill ride after a fender-bender with a police car—ending up crashed right through the front doors of the station. Betty, seeing the scene from afar, leaps to the conclusion that Archie has escaped custody, sparking a flurry of mistaken panic and heartfelt concern.

The Leather Pusher
8 pp · Humor, Teen

In "The Leather Pusher," Jughead Jones finds himself unexpectedly thrust into the ring after a prank involving a horseshoe in Reggie's glove leaves him knocked out. With Coach Kleats seeing potential in the unassuming teen, Jughead is drafted to represent the school in the inter-school boxing championship.

The Renting Agent
7 pp · Humor, Teen

Archie’s well-intentioned mistake turns into a whirlwind when he accidentally rents the Andrews house to a World War II veteran and his family, who are desperately searching for a place to call home during the post-war housing shortage. The situation quickly spirals as Archie tries to fix his error, leading to a series of awkward and humorous misunderstandings.

The Love Call
5 pp · Humor, Teen

In "The Love Call," Archie’s frustration with Betty’s camera flash leads to a heated exchange—until a prank by Reggie sends Archie into a panic. When Betty climbs onto the gym balcony to retrieve Archie’s stolen clothes, he’s convinced she’s about to jump, sparking a frantic rescue that’s as awkward as it is heartfelt.

The Close Shave
4.67 pp · Humor, Teen

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Full credits

writer Ray Gill
artist, inker Samm Schwartz
cover pencils, inks Bob Montana

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↩ Reprints Archie Comics #40 (1949), Archie Comics #45 (1950)

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