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Pep Comics #74

Jul 1949 · Archie · 0.10 USD
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In "My Crime Is Your Crime," Joe Edwards crafts a charming, mischievous tale from Pep Comics #74, where Bill’s attempt to impress Jinx with a backyard slide spirals into an impromptu amusement park. What starts as a simple act of affection quickly turns into a chaotic DIY project, as Bill’s inventive but ill-fated creations draw in every kid on the block—only to break down one by one. With art and writing by Joe Edwards, this 1949 slice of small-town whimsy captures the spirit of youthful ambition and the unexpected consequences of good intentions.

Contains 6 stories
My Crime Is Your Crime
8 pp · Humor, Teen
Mary AndrewsFred AndrewsArchie AndrewsJughead JonesOfficer Clancy
Untitled Fashion story
6 pp · Fashion
Katy KeeneSisRandy Van RonsonK.O. KellyDr. Kildear

In this 1949 gem from Pep Comics #74, Katy finds herself caught in a charming dilemma—she’s set to meet both Randy and K.O. at the same time, so she decides to go with whoever shows up first. When the two suitors arrive simultaneously and lock eyes, their competitive tension turns the moment into a quiet standoff, leaving the door wide open for Dr. Kildear to step in with a smooth move.

Choosey Suzie
6 pp · Humor, Teen
SuzieFerdieGregory Van Dripp

In "Choosey Suzie," Jo and her friend Ferdie take a playful turn when a dress store clerk claims a particular dress is one-of-a-kind—so rare, it's priceless. Inspired by the challenge, the duo sets out to craft their own version, turning a simple shopping trip into a lighthearted DIY adventure.

What's Buzzin' Cousin?
6 pp · Humor, Teen
Jughead JonesSouphead
May the Best Girl Win!
7 pp · Humor, Teen
Betty CooperHal CooperAlice CooperVeronica LodgeArchie Andrews
Kiddie Park
5.5 pp · Humor, Children
Li'l JinxBill Bubblegum

In "Kiddie Park," Bill tries to keep up with Jinx’s amusement park cravings, but after a $50 slide proves too steep, he decides to build his own backyard fun zone. What starts as a simple fix spirals into a chaotic mini amusement park, drawing in every kid on the block—though nothing seems to last long.

ComicBooks.com Value

Our Model is In Beta
Raw (Good) $89
CGC 7.5 · 2 in census $465*
CGC 7.0 none in existence
CGC 6.5 none in existence
CGC 6.0 · 2 in census $280*
CGC 5.5 · 2 in census $235*
CGC 5.0 · 2 in census $224*
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CGC 4.5 none in existence
CGC 4.0 none in existence
CGC 3.5 · 1 in census $148*
CGC 3.0 none in existence
CGC 2.5 none in existence
CGC 2.0 · 1 in census $90*
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Cast · 2 characters

Full credits

writer, artist, inker Joe Edwards

Reprints

Reprinted in Pep Comics #72 (1949), Archie Archives #12 (2016), Archie Annual #4

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