Archie (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #286

In "Hot Times, Cold Nose," Archie finds himself unexpectedly elevated to the rank of shareholder after Fred invests in a company owned by Mr. Lodge—much to his pride. But when Mr. Lodge calls on Archie’s vote to break a deadlock, the weight of responsibility hits harder than he expected. Written by Dick Malmgren and illustrated by Sal Amendola, with inks by Rudy Lapick, colors by Barry Grossman, and letters by Bill Yoshida, this story captures Archie’s mix of excitement and anxiety in a classic, character-driven tale. The cover, by Dan Parent, perfectly captures the moment’s tension.