The Adventures of Little Archie #53
In "Science Trouble," Little Archie faces a classic dilemma: he’s desperate to take Veronica out on a date, but his dad will ground him if his report card isn’t perfect. When he fakes being sick to avoid the grades, Reggie’s well-meaning offer to deliver the report card backfires in the most unexpected way—only to reveal a mix-up that leaves both boys stunned. With art by Dexter Taylor and a cover by Dexter Taylor, this 1969 classic captures the humor and heart of Archie’s early school days in a 25-cent adventure.
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Little Archie wants to take Veronica out, but his dad will ground him if he has a bad report card. He fakes illness to leave before they're handed out, but Reggie "helpfully" offers to personally deliver at Little Archie's home. Both boys are shocked when Mr. Andrews is thrilled at the grades, and even gives him extra money for the date. It turns out that Little Archie's card has been switched with Dilton's.
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