Cover: Bob Montana

Pep Comics #43

Oct 1943 · Archie · 0.10 USD

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“Invitation to Murder”

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.

writer, artist Harry Sahle · inker Ginger · cover Bob Montana

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Cast · 20 characters

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writer, artist Harry Sahle

inker Ginger

cover pencils, inks Bob Montana

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When Jughead mentions that jockeys have to be a certain weight, Archie stuffs himself in hopes of becoming overweight. Archie gets sick and is visited by Dr. Breakbone. Dr. Breakbone gives Archie a vigorous exercise routine and Archie breaks his arm. When he tells Mr. Lodge of the incident, Mr. Lodge says picking Archie to be a jockey was only a joke.

Plot details indexed by the Grand Comics Database (CC BY-SA).