Cover: Bob Montana

Pep Comics #43

Oct 1943 · Archie · 0.10 USD

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In "Invitation to Murder," Archie’s misguided attempt to become a jockey after a casual comment from Jughead lands him in a series of mishaps, from overeating to a broken arm after a grueling workout prescribed by the eccentric Dr. Breakbone. The story unfolds with classic 1943 humor, as Archie’s misadventures take a surreal turn when Mr. Lodge reveals the entire jockey idea was never serious. Written and drawn by Harry Sahle, with inks by Ginger, the issue features a cover by Bob Montana, capturing the zany energy of the era.

Contains 7 stories

Invitation to Murder

10 pp · Superhero

Bill PierceBiff CookSid RossClarence Grant

Green Death

9 pp

a Tibetian (villain, introduction, death)Frank Mordecai (introduction, death)Dr. Mordecai (introduction)Dr. Peters (introduction)

In "Green Death," botany professors Dr. Peters and Dr. Mordecai return from a journey to Tibet, but only one comes back whole—Dr. Peters, shattered by the experience of attempting to bring back a sacred plant, now lost to madness. The story unfolds with eerie quiet, building around the mystery of what lies beneath the surface of their expedition.

Gone Fishing

6 pp

Li'l Chief Bugaboo

Archie the Jockey: Part 2

6 pp · Humor, Teen

Dr. Breakbone

In "Archie the Jockey: Part 2," Archie's misguided attempt to become a jockey after hearing Jughead's comment about weight leads to a comically disastrous chain of events. After getting sick and visiting Dr. Breakbone, Archie’s exercise routine ends with a broken arm—only to learn Mr. Lodge had never meant for him to actually ride.

Marco and the Pirates

6 pp

Moroco LocoSnoochA band of pirates (villains, first appearance)

Airborne Hillbilly

6 pp

Catfish Joe

Beginnings

10 pp · Military, Superhero

Thorndike (flashback)Professor Bergeret (flashback)Nazis