Archie's Pals 'n' Gals #71
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeIn "Penny Poor," Archie and Jughead stumble upon a mysterious bag of white powder in a trash can, leading them down a surprisingly tense path when they seek advice from Archie’s dad. Sent to the police station for help, their well-meaning actions take a sudden turn when they’re arrested by two officers who’ve been following them—just as the bag is discovered. Written by Dick Malmgren and brought to life with Dan DeCarlo’s signature art, Rudy Lapick’s inks, and Bill Yoshida’s crisp lettering, this 1972 issue delivers a rare moment of suspense in the usual small-town charm of Riverdale. Cover by Dan DeCarlo.
In "Penny Poor," Archie gets swept up in a high-stakes contest to win Veronica's favor, borrowing heavily to back her entry—only to be stunned when she loses and he discovers who secretly wagered even more against her. The story unfolds with the kind of lighthearted tension and classic Archie charm that makes this 1972 tale a standout in *Archie's Pals 'n' Gals #71*.
In "The Deadly Game Part One," Archie and Jughead stumble upon a suspicious bag of white powder in a trash can, prompting them to seek guidance from Archie’s dad—only to be swiftly arrested by two officers who were already watching them. The story kicks off a tense, unexpected turn of events that puts the teens in a dangerous situation far beyond their usual high school antics.
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↩ Reprints Laugh Comics / Laugh #225 (1969)
Reprinted in Jughead with Archie Digest #42 (1981), Archie Annual Digest #38 (1981), Jughead with Archie Digest #44 (1981), The Jughead Jones Comics Digest #17 (1981), Betty & Veronica (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #1 (1987), Betty & Veronica (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #25 (1991), Archie #23
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