Archie's Double Digest Magazine #203
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeIn "Archie Goodbye Forever Part 4," Mr. Weatherbee’s departure from Riverdale High sets off a wave of uncertainty, as his replacement, the ominously named Charlie Goodwill, arrives with a no-nonsense attitude and a strict new regime. Written by Frank Doyle and illustrated by Dan DeCarlo, with inks by Rudy Lapick and colors by Barry Grossman, this issue captures the tension as the students face a principal who’s determined to reshape the school—no compromises, no exceptions. Norm Breyfogle’s cover perfectly captures the moment’s looming shift in tone.
In "Wheels of Fortune," Archie steps in when the elderly Mrs. Wales is evicted by her landlord, Orson Wales, only to discover that one of her last belongings—a weathered wagon named "Thunderbolt"—is actually his cherished childhood treasure. The story unfolds as Archie’s sentimental connection to the wagon sets off a quiet but heartfelt chain of events, testing the boundaries of memory, ownership, and unexpected kindness.
In "The Grand Opening," Archie learns from Fred that their ancestor, Ethan Andrews, played a surprising role in shaping history—helping Thomas Jefferson craft the opening lines of the Declaration of Independence. The story unfolds with a mix of humor and historical flair, spotlighting the unlikely legacy of a small-town teen's family.
In "The Resistance Movement," Mr. Weatherbee’s departure for a new job leaves Riverdale High in the hands of his replacement, Charlie Goodwill—a name that couldn’t be more misleading. The new principal’s no-nonsense attitude quickly turns students like Jo and her friends into a reluctant underground network, determined to push back against the strict new rules, one clever prank at a time.
In "Trance Stance," Archie tries out a new hypnotic suggestion from Dr. Wise to fix his clumsiness, but when his parents notice the change isn't quite what they expected, they decide it’s time to undo it—leaving Archie caught between two very different versions of himself.
In "The Cookie Conspiracy!", Veronica devises a clever plan involving fortune cookies with personalized messages for her and Archie, setting the stage for a playful, secretive moment during a meal at their favorite Chinese restaurant. The story unfolds with quiet mischief and the kind of lighthearted tension that only a well-timed secret can spark.
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↩ Reprints Archie's Joke Book Magazine #144 (1970), Archie at Riverdale High #12 (1973), Everything's Archie #32 (1974), Life with Archie #168 (1976), Archie's Pals 'n' Gals #107 (1976), Life with Archie #182 (1977), Archie's Joke Book Magazine #239 (1977), Archie's Joke Book Magazine #243 (1978), Archie's TV Laugh-Out #62 (1978), Reggie and Me #115 (1979), Archie at Riverdale High #65 (1979), Archie's Joke Book Magazine #271 (1980), Archie's TV Laugh-Out #81 (1981), Everything's Archie #98 (1981), Little Archie #179 (1982), Pep #392 (1984), Archie Giant Series Magazine #545 (1985), Laugh Comics / Laugh #390 (1985), Everything's Archie #124 (1986), Archie's Story & Game Digest Magazine #2 (1987), Archie #418 (1993), World of Archie #15 (1995), Archie Annual Digest #67 (1995), Archie #464 (1997), Archie... Archie Andrews, Where Are You? Comics Digest Magazine #112 (1997), Betty and Veronica Comics Digest Magazine #96 (1998), Archie & Friends #32 (1998), Archie's Double Digest Magazine #137 (2002), Archie's Double Digest Magazine #146 (2003), Archie Comics Digest #211 (2004)
Reprinted in Archie 1000 Page Comics Festival #[nn] (2017), Archie (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #282 (2017), Archie (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #293 (2018)
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