Pep Comics #23
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeIn "The Murder Express," Archie finds himself in a sticky situation after accidentally swapping suits with Mr. Cooper, leading to a series of mishaps at Betty’s house and a mistaken identity that sets off a chain of comedic chaos. Written by Victor Bloom and illustrated by Bob Montana, this 1942 adventure from Pep Comics blends classic Archie charm with a cleverly timed mix-up, all captured in a cover by Irv Novick that perfectly frames the mayhem.
In "Danger: Thin Ice," Archie and Betty’s icy mishap at Plug Pond leads to a frantic dash to Betty’s house for warmth—only for Archie to hide from Mr. Cooper when he returns. Forced into a quick wardrobe swap, Archie dons Mr. Cooper’s suit and accidentally swaps it later for Marvo The Magician’s trick outfit, setting off a series of comedic mix-ups.
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Reprinted in Archie Archives #1 (2011), Take That, Adolf!: The Fighting Comic Books of the Second World War #[nn] (2017)
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