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  • Issue #251
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 251

    Scrimmage Image starring Reggie. Llama Llore starring Archie. Good Night Ronnie Wherever You Are starring Archie and Mr. Lodge. Having A Ball starring Li'l Jinx story, script and art by Joe Edwards. Go For Broker starring The Archies and Mr. Lodge. 36 pgs. $0.15. Cover price $0.15.

  • Issue #252
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 252

    "Dirty Ol' Man River"; Betty and Veronica try to get some kids to stop polluting the river with dirty snow. "Teach-In In the Old Daze"; Miss Grundy teaches her class about paleontology. "Guest Shot"; The gang fools Mr. Weatherbee into thinking that they're throwing a birthday party for Professor Flutesnoot, when they're really throwing it in honor of Mr. Weatherbee. Betty and Veronica ad. "Grin and Bear It!", script and art by Joe Edwards; Li'l Jinx's friends come over to cheer her up while she's at home with an injured foot. Archie Club News. "The Soft Sell"; Pop tries to sell ice cream to Archie and Reggie. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.15.

  • Issue #253
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 253

    Carnival of Errors starring Coach Kleats. The Artist starring Reggie, Jughead, and Archie. Teen Scene starring Archie and Miss Grundy. Do We or Do We Not starring Li'l Jinx, script and art by Joe Edwards. Double Or Nothing starring Dilton and Big Moose. 36 pgs. $0.15. Cover price $0.15.

  • Issue #254
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 254

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    Cover art by Dan DeCarlo. "The Exchange Program," script by George Gladir, art by Samm Schwartz; Veronica organizes the girls to mount a visible protest march on the school to get her demands met. "D Is For Dilton," art by Al Hartley; Definitions of words beginning with "d", accompanied by humorous illustrations of the words. "The Impossible Dream," script by Frank Doyle, art by Samm Schwartz; Reggie uses Moose's concussion symptoms as a means of making time with Midge. "Power Failure," script and art by Joe Edwards; When the batteries in her record player die, Jinx replaces them with the batteries from some of Hap's household appliances. "Welcome Stranger," script by Frank Doyle, art by Al Hartley; Reggie feigns an injury to escape a beating at the hands of a wrestler from another school that he heckled at a match. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.15.

  • Issue #255
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 255
  • Issue #256
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 256

    "For Goodness Sake"; Archie let the insurance on his car expire so his father won't let him drive until it's paid. "H Is for Hot Dog"; Words beginning with the letter H. "Unchanging Times"; Mr. Lodge tells Smithers that he was a lot like Archie when he was young. "Big Wheels"; Greg builds a soapbox car and then asks a used car lot how much he can get for his car. "New Boy"; Reggie tries to play pranks on the new kids but it turns out that he's Mr. Weatherbee's nephew. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.15.

  • Issue #257
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 257

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    "Merry Charisma"; Mr. Lodge is talking to his psychiatrist about how he keeps forgiving Archie for the havoc he causes. "Rare Flair"; Betty thinks she has ESP powers. "My Reputation"; While trying to beat up Reggie, Moose meets new student, Chuck. "A Lemon," script and art by Joe Edwards; Li'l Jinx and Greg decide to open a lemonade stand, but have problems creating a sign for it. Archie Club News. "All Psyched Out"; Dilton convinces Pop to raise his stools so the customers feel taller. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.15.

  • Issue #258
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 258
    • Cover detached at one staple.

    Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Jon D'Agostino. "Record Breaking," pencils by Al Hartley, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Tiring of living in fear of Moose, Reggie and Archie seek out Coach Clayton for judo lessons. "Speed Breed," script by George Gladir, pencils by Gus LeMoine, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Mr. Lodge's record-setting race car is publicly eclipsed when Archie puts Dilton's experimental rocket fuel into the gas tank of his jalopy. "Halfies," script and art by Joe Edwards; Jinx and Gigi find a quarter on the street, then try to figure out how to split it evenly between them. "Stroke of Luck," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Archie and Reggie both fake medical conditions in order to meet a pretty nurse at the beach first aid station. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.15.

  • Issue #259
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 259

    Cover art by Dan DeCarlo. "Station In Life," script by Frank Doyle, art by Stan Goldberg; The beach lifeguard asks Archie to substitute for him for a ten minute break and Archie lets it go to his head. "The Net Set," pencils by Gus LeMoine, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Veronica throws Archie over for a handsome tennis pro, not knowing that he has an ulterior motive. "Busy Signal," script and art by Joe Edwards; Hap tries to teach Jinx good phone etiquette and pays the price. "Hang Ten," art by Al Hartley; Betty thinks her surfing prowess is the key to getting Archie away from Veronica; But she hasn't counted on Veronica's prowess at manipulation. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.15.

  • Issue #260
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 260

    "Fly In the Ointment"; Archie takes flying lessons and crash lands on the Lodges' property. "Noble Experiment"; Archie tries to make his mark by helping, but no one trusts him and he ends up running from everyone. "Weary Query"; Dilton describes how television works, but Betty is still stumped. Archie Club News. "Leaf It To Her," script and art by Joe Edwards; Li'l Jinx tries to find the perfect leaf for a school assignment, but ruins it and tries an apple for the teacher instead. Li'l Jinx ad. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.15.

  • Issue #261
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 261

    Cover art by Dan DeCarlo. "Christmas Past," pencils by Gus LeMoine, inks by Joe Edwards; Jingles warns the Riverdale gang that if humanity doesn't stop polluting the atmosphere, Santa will suspend Christmas. "Being Choosy," script and art by Joe Edwards; Jinx and Greg try to decide who gets what color in order to play checkers. "Close Trim," script by Dick Malmgren, art by Al Hartley; In another desperate attempt to ingratiate himself to Mr. Lodge, Archie decides to give the Lodge Christmas tree a makeover. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.15.

  • Issue #262
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 262
    • INCOMPLETE. Page missing, interrupts art and story. 1/2" spine split from bottom, heavy water damage.

    Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick. "Snow Job," script by Frank Doyle, art by Samm Schwartz; Archie tries to shovel the front walk, but events conspire against him. "Resolved," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Archie's new list of New Year's resolutions has Smithers resolving to quit. "Some Card," script and art by Joe Edwards; Greg doesn't know how to break the news of his latest report card to his father. "Christmas Belles," script and art by Al Hartley; An essay on the presence and significance of bells through history. Betty and Veronica Pin Up, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.15.

  • Issue #263
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 263

    Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick. "Contrast," art by Bill Vigoda; Jughead tries to convince Archie to dump Veronica in favor of Betty. "Secret Code," script by Frank Doyle, art by Al Hartley; Archie struggles through the day with a debilitating cold in order to keep a date with Veronica that evening. "Goody Goodies," script and art by Joe Edwards; Jinx dreams of a land made of candy and ice cream. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.15.

  • Issue #264
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 264

    Last 15-cent cover price. "Sum Fun," art by Al Hartley; Both Archie and Dilton like figures, and Archie begins to dream about being successful. "Have a Heart," pencils by Gus LeMoine; Whatever Archie does to impress Veronica for Valentine's Day, Reggie can top it. "Seen Scene," script and art by Joe Edwards; Li'l Jinx is not seen as she stands in line. Archie Club News. Statement of Ownership, Mangement and Circulation: Total paid circulation for previous 12 months is 274,713. "Off Side," pencils by Al Hartley; Coach Kleats has a brainstorm of turning the cheerleaders into waterboys, trainers, and moral boosters for the football team. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.15.

  • Issue #265
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 265
    • Oxidation.

    First 20-cent cover price. Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick. "Exam Cram," script by George Gladir, art by Stan Goldberg; Everybody else in Riverdale is studying for their final exams; Archie prefers to depend on his collection of lucky horseshoes. Jughead Pin Up by Dan DeCarlo. "S is for Mr. Swenson," script and art by Al Hartley; Definitions of words beginning with the letter "s" which apply to Svenson the janitor's lot in life. "Gals and Calories," script and art by Al Hartley; Deciding that Jughead eats to fill the social void in his life, Archie sets him up with a blind date with Ethel. "Roar of the Ignored," script and art by Joe Edwards; After getting the cold shoulder from Gigi, Jinx goes to Greg for advice. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.20.

  • Issue #266
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 266

    "The Quiet Man"; Archie puts on makeup and does Mime acting. "A Special Breed"; Hot Dog takes orders only from Jughead. "Ten Sense", script and art by Joe Edwards; Jinx's Dad shows her an old rare dime worth a lot of money. "Free Soul"; Archie is free of school for another day. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.20.

  • Issue #267
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 267

    Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick. "The Old Polluter Tutor," pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Veronica and the gang pressure Archie into disposing of his heap of a car in the name of environmental improvement. "The Art Critics," script by Frank Doyle, art by Stan Goldberg; Archie and Jughead are assigned to take delivery of a statue for the school. "Chain Pain," script and art by Joe Edwards; Jinx receives a chain letter. "Scorched Earth," pencils by Gus LeMoine, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Archie tries to ingratiate himself to Mr. Lodge by secretly spreading miracle grow plant food on Lodge's wilting garden. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.20.

  • Issue #268
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 268

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    Cover art by Dan DeCarlo. "Who Blew the Luau?", art by Al Hartley; After eating Miss Beazley's Hawaiian food at a beach luau, Jughead and Mr. Weatherbee get uncontrollable cases of hiccups. "Float Goat Part One," script and pencils by Al Hartley, inks by Joe Sinnott; Seeing him despondent over Reggie collaborating with Veronica on a parade float, Betty encourages Archie to collaborate with her on their own float. "Float Goat Part Two," script and pencils by Al Hartley, inks by Joe Sinnott; Archie's car begins to rebel at having to be a parade float. Archie Club News. "Way Out!", script and art by Joe Edwards; The kids go on a hike in the woods. Archie at Riverdale High ad. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.20.

  • Issue #269
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 269

    Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo. "The Cure," art by Samm Schwartz; Archie and Reggie can't stop making fun of Betty for wearing a copper bracelet to relieve inflammation. "Ah-Chew," pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Jon D'Agostino; While Dilton tells everyone how bubble gum is made, the others enjoy themselves chewing it. "Jet Set," script and art by Joe Edwards; Jinx gets hijacked on the way home. "The Horse Boss," pencils by Bob Bolling, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Reggie tries to show off while he and Betty are horseback riding. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.20.

  • Issue #270
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 270

    Cover pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Jon D'Agostino. "Money to Burn," art by Al Hartley; Archie is so financially strapped, due to his extravagant love life, that he applies for welfare. Big Ethel Pin Up, pencils by Dan DeCarlo. "Whatever Turns You On," pencils by Bob Bolling, inks by Rudy Lapick; Reggie bribes Archie to date Ethel's cousin so he has a clear track to Veronica. "Split Fit" one-page story, script by George Gladir, art by Bill Vigoda; Archie yearns to see a twenty foot wave. "Clean Scene," script and art by Joe Edwards; Jinx can't invite Gigi over until she cleans her room. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.20.

  • Issue #271
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 271

    Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick. "Tickets to Trouble," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Bill Vigoda, inks by Rudy Lapick; Archie buys two tickets to a concert from Dilton with the idea that it would be a romantic spot to woo Veronica. Fate has other ideas. "Grub Bub" one-page story, script by George Gladir, pencils by Bill Vigoda, inks by Rudy Lapick; Jughead eats the picnic lunch for the others, so he brings a replacement. "Camping Tips," script by George Gladir, art by Bill Vigoda; Archie demonstrates tips to make a camping trip enjoyable; Jughead demonstrates that Archie is all wet. Archie Pin Up, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick. "The Pooch Plot," script by Frank Doyle, art by Bill Vigoda; Hot Dog recruits one of his canine friends to aid him in getting into Veronica's pool over Veronica's objections. "Sound Off!", script and art by Joe Edwards; Jinx and Russ discuss how their bodies react to different sounds. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.20.

  • Issue #272
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 272

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    Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Jon D'Agostino. "The Errand," art by Al Hartley; Archie is a hero in the eyes of everybody except his father. "Point of View," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Gus LeMoine, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Archie tries to convince Veronica that it's possible to talk yourself into being happy. "The Competitors," script and pencils by Dick Malmgren, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Reggie gets into an argument with Jughead over which of them is more competitive. "Decision Division," script and art by Joe Edwards; Greg and Russ get into an argument over how Jinx should spend her allowance. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.20.

  • Issue #273
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 273

    "Copycat"; Moose is confused because Dilton builds models while the girls are trying to get a job as a model. "Grid Grin"; Archie is tackled so hard in a football game he doesn't know what inning it is anymore. Jughead cartoon. "See No Evil," script by Frank Doyle, art by Samm Schwartz; Archie tries to find out why Jughead has been leaving an hour early for school. "Tint Hints!", script and art by Joe Edwards; Jinx seeks advice on redecorating her bedroom. Li'l Jinx Pen Pals, art by Joe Edwards. Archie Club News. "Big Blow-Up," script by George Gladir, art by Samm Schwartz; Archie finds a note that was tied to a balloon from a class trying to see how far their balloons will travel before they are found. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.20.

  • Issue #274
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 274
    • Cover detached at one staple.

    "Santa-Mental," pencils by Al Hartley; Archie and his friends help an old man on Christmas. Mr. Lodge cartoon. "Year-End Living End," script and pencils by Al Hartley, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Pop Tate is closed while he takes inventory. Jughead cartoon. "Long Distance," script and art by Joe Edwards; Li'l Jinx and Greg build a telephone. Li'l Jinx Pen Pals. Archie Club News. "One Way," script and art by Al Hartley; Mr. Lodge explains to Betty and Veronica they can disagree without being disagreeable. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.20.

  • Issue #275
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 275

    Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick. "Chap Flap," script and art by Al Hartley; Archie is panic-stricken when he develops a case of chapped lips. Betty cartoon, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick. "Rah, Rah, Blahs," script and art by Al Hartley; Coach Kleats is very enthusiastic about the Riverdale cheerleader squad, until he realizes their effect on his football team. "A Split Decision," script and art by Joe Edwards; Jinx and Greg get into a fight over money and it's up to Russ to solve the dispute. "Schemes and Dreams," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Veronica wants Jughead gone because he's taking Archie-time away from her. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.20.

  • Issue #276
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 276

    "The Humanitarians," script and pencils by Bob Bolling, inks by Bob Smith; Archie and Jughead find a stray dog on the way to school. "Slim Pickin's"; Midge has Moose on a diet, and he dreams that he loses too much weight. Jughead's Snack Pack Quiz word-search puzzle. "Straw Score" one-page story; Reggie won't share his soda with Jughead. Archie Club News. "Debt Tally," script and art by Joe Edwards; Jinx manages to pay off her debt to Charley Hawse and turn a profit as well. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.20.

  • Issue #277
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 277

    Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Jon D'Agostino. "Oil on Troubled Waters," pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Mr. Lodge lets Archie in on a secret business opportunity given to him by a visiting oil man. "Tour Lure" one-page story, script and pencils by Dick Malmgren, inks by Jon D'Agostino; The gang tries to interest Jughead in a ski hike. "Friendship," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Fearing Jughead is looking for a loan, Archie goes to great lengths to avoid him. "Alpha-bits", script and art by Joe Edwards; Jinx learns about asterisks. "Operation Goof-Up," art by Stan Goldberg; Archie spends two weeks calculating a plan down to the last detail that will allow him to sneak out of study hall and grab a soda across the street. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.20.

  • Issue #278
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 278

    "Right On and On"; Hearing about an automobile recall for defective transmissions, Archie brings his old car in for a replacement too, and ends up with a complete overhaul. "Boo Hoo Rendezvous," script and art by Al Hartley; Dilton makes a robot that looks like a handsome teen and Archie and Jughead plan to send it on a date with Ethel. Untitled Li'l Jinx's Daddy story, script and art by Joe Edwards; Hap is mystified about when children sleep. Archie Club News. "The Music Man," script and pencils by Al Hartley, inks by Jon d'Agostino; Archie plays electric guitar for Veronica and annoys Mr. Lodge. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.20.

  • Issue #279
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 279

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    Cover inks by Jon D'Agostino. "The Pooped Pucker," pencils by Al Hartley, inks by Joe Sinnott; Veronica wants to psychoanalyze Archie's motives when all Archie wants to do is smooch. "Worry Flurry" one-page story, script by George Gladir, art by Jon D'Agostino; Archie becomes worried when Mr. Weatherbee doesn't bust him. Jug's Pin Up, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick. "The Picture Frame," script by George Gladir, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Jon D'Agostino and Stan Goldberg; Reggie's plan to get Archie in trouble nets more than just Archie. "Wash and Cry," script and art by Joe Edwards; Jinx tries to help her father, but only makes things worse. "It's a Gas," script and art by Al Hartley; Jughead's solution to Archie's suspension problem is helium in the car's tires. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.20.

  • Issue #280
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 280

    Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo. "Queen's Taste," script and pencils by Al Hartley, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Betty tries to inspire Ethel to keep trying and not give up. "On the Fence," pencils by Al Hartley, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Veronica gives Archie the brush-off by listing all of his faults. "The Monster From Planet X", script and art by Joe Edwards; Jinx tries to stay up to watch a highly anticipated monster movie on television. "Designed For Delight," pencils by Dan DeCarlo; In anticipation of the new Archie's Restaurant being built in Riverdale, Mr. Lodge is flooded with designs for the building from the general public. Betty and Veronica Pin Up by Dan DeCarlo. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.20.

  • Issue #281
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 281

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    "Hold the Wire Please," art by Samm Schwartz; Archie and Jug are testing out an intercom but Mr. Weatherbee thinks Coach Kleats is just talking to himself. "Confuse Ruse" one-page story; Jughead gets rid of Reggie by warning him about sharks. "You Know You're In Trouble When"; Hot Dog describes various things that can go wrong when you're a dog. "Help Wanted," art by Samm Schwartz; Jughead tries to show Archie that there are still things to do when the girls aren't around. "A Feeling for Art," script and art by Joe Edwards; Jinx pesters Roz mercilessly when Roz is trying to paint. Archie Club News. "Net Regret," pencils by Stan Goldberg; Betty and Veronica secretly compete to see which will get to be Archie's tennis partner. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.20.

  • Issue #282
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 282

    Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick. "Seaside Strategy," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Betty and Veronica have conflicting philosophies on why one goes to the beach. "Zeal Deal" one-page story, script by George Gladir; Moose tries a tricky surfing stunt. "Equal Time," script by Dick Malmgren, pencils by Bob Bolling, inks by Rudy Lapick; Fresh from a Women's Liberation rally, Betty is insistent to Archie that everything on their date be equal. "A Penny for Your Thoughts," script and art by Joe Edwards; Jinx manages to turn a lost penny into a fortune. "By the Numbers," script by Frank Doyle, art by Samm Schwartz; Midge demands Moose count to ten before he hits someone and Reggie tries to take advantage. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.20.

  • Issue #283
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 283

    Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick. "Sleepy Time Boys," script by Frank Doyle, art by Samm Schwartz; Archie is angry at Jughead for intentionally waking him from a pleasant dream. Reggie Pin Up, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick. "Wildlife Tips," script by George Gladir, pencils by Bob Bolling, inks by Rudy Lapick; Archie and the gang give the reader camping tips mixed in with one-liners. "Bicycle Belles" starring Li'l Jinx, script and art by Joe Edwards; Gigi's new bike isn't getting her the attention she seeks. "Boat Goat," script by Dick Malmgren, art by Bob Bolling; When Veronica rejects Archie's offer to go rowing, Jughead decides to use psychology to get her to accept. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.20.

  • Issue #284
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 284

    Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick. "Kid Me Not," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick; Archie is forced to watch Veronica's holy terror of a cousin. "Sale Tale" one-page story, script and art by George Gladir; Moose tries to buy pennies in a department store. "Deliverance," script by George Gladir, pencils by Harry Lucey, inks by Chic Stone; Jughead gets a job delivering pizzas. "Eye Full," script and art by Joe Edwards; Roz asks Charley for his interpretation of various pictures to test his artistic ability. "Late Date," script by Dick Malmgren, pencils by Dan DeCarlo; Archie oversleeps and frantically rushes to school. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.20.

  • Issue #285
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 285

    Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick. "Cut Down to Size," pencils by Al Hartley, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Ethel tries to convince Moose to leave Midge for her. "String Along with Me," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Feeling the student body is too infatuated with guitars, Mr. Weatherbee bans the instrument from the school. "Excuse Me," script and art by Joe Edwards; Jinx gets involved with something and returns home late, then tries to think up a mitigating excuse. "Where Destiny Leads Me," art by Stan Goldberg; Archie reneges on an offer to treat Jughead to a meal when he gets a sudden date with a hot girl. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.20.

  • Issue #286
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 286

    Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo. "Help Wanted," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick; When Jingles the Brownie quits working for Santa Claus, Archie tries to convince him he's doing the wrong thing. "Time To Sack In," script by Dick Malmgren; While sleeping over one night at Archie's house, Jughead keeps sending Archie off for a midnight snack. "Winter Sports," script and art by Joe Edwards; The kids try to engage in their favorite winter pastimes, only to find that they can't do the things they want to do. Archie Club News. "Holiday Surprise," pencils by Harry Lucey, inks by Chic Stone; Betty and Ethel discuss how Archie has "finally" given up on dating Veronica. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.20.

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    $6 Pep #286 - Archie Comics (1974) - VG

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  • Issue #287
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 287

    Cover art by Dan DeCarlo. It's Always the Same Old Story on a Weekend Ski Trip starring Archie, pencils by Bob Bolling. The Handy Man, Can starring Archie. Plane Talk starring Li'l Jinx, script and art by Joe Edwards. Archie Club News. Sleeping Beauty starring Archie. 36 pgs. $0.20. Cover price $0.20.

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    $3 PEP #287 (Mar 1974, Archie) - Good

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  • Issue #288
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 288

    First 25-cent cover price. "Pin Head," script by George Gladir, pencils by Bob Bolling, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Archie spends too much on a piece of jewelry for Veronica and confusion follows when she tells him he shouldn't have. "The Old Pro"; Jughead procrastinates about changing his procrastinating ways. "Decisions Decisions"; Archie goes back and forth trying to decide whether he needs to wear rain gear to school...and makes the wrong decision. "Back Problems," script and art by Joe Edwards; Charley's lack of studying comes back to bite him, along with a biting comment from Li'l Jinx. Statement of ownership: Average number of copies printed during preceding 12 months = 427,482; Average number of copies in paid circulation during preceding 12 months = 205,802. Archie Club News. "Shining Example"; Mr. Weatherbee makes students do chores around the school instead of sitting in detention hall, and has given Archie the job of polishing doorknobs. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.25.

  • Issue #289
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 289
  • Issue #290
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 290

    Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick. "Whose Deal?", script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick; Veronica tries to divine Archie's future with a pack of cards. Big Moose cartoon, art by Dan DeCarlo. "The Woodworker," script by George Gladir, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Rudy Lapick; Ethel decides to take up woodworking and envisions a successful future at it. "Puppy Sitting," script and art by Joe Edwards; Gigi tries to convince Jinx that puppy-sitting isn't the thrill she expects it to be. "If I Were King," script by Dick Malmgren, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Rudy Lapick; Miss Beazly feels disrespected. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.25.

  • Issue #291
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 291

    "The Visitor"; Archie causes havoc at the Lodge mansion by his clumsiness. "Cool Fuel"; The national gas shortage hits Riverdale and Archie has to come up with an alternative energy source. "Air Mail," script and art by Joe Edwards; Li'l Jinx has a hard time delivering a birthday card to Greg. "Where It's At"; Miss Grundy's college classmate, Helen Cranshaw, a famous magazine editor, is looking for a subject for an article on "A Woman's Search for Fulfillment." 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.25.

  • Issue #292
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 292

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    "Backpack Knack," script by George Gladir, pencils by Gus Lemoine, inks by Jon D'Agostino; When the gang goes backpacking, Veronica decides to bring Smithers to carry her supplies. Veronica's Puzzle page. Archie Club News. "Booming Genius"; Chuck is impressed by Dilton's scholastic awards and would like to win one himself if he can just improve in chemistry. "The Write Way," script and art by Joe Edwards; Li'l Jinx is mad at Greg and Hap suggests she write him a letter. "Flip Flap," script by George Gladir, pencils by Gus LeMoine, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Archie avoids spending time with Betty and Veronica so he can practice Frisbee on the beach. Big Moose cartoon. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.25.

  • Issue #293
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 293

    Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick. "Request Zest," script by George Gladir, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Reggie uses a radio call-in dedication line to cause trouble for everyone else; featuring "The Foxman," a thinly-veiled parody of radio personality Wolfman Jack. "Weight and Fate" one-page story, art by Jon D'Agostino; Archie samples an old fashioned fortune scale. Jughead Pin Up, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick. "Horn of Plenty," script by Dick Malmgren, pencils by Gus Lemoine, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Archie starts playing the tuba in order to join the school marching band, then shows his utter inability to play it correctly. "Cluck Cluck," script and art by Joe Edwards; Charley gets a job delivering take-out chicken in a chicken costume; Jinx gets an idea on how he can deliver his routes faster. "Sting Fling," script and art by Al Hartley; Betty's home remedy for sunburn suddenly makes Ethel attractive to Jughead. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.25.

  • Issue #294
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 294

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    "Board Hoard"; Jughead sells his friends on the idea of skateboarding and then sells them his boards. Jughead cartoon. Kenner Snoopy Pencil Sharpener ad. "The Little Big Suprise!"; Archie decides to surprise Veronica with flowers. Archie Club News. "Slick Stick!"; Moose shortens his surfboard by smashing it over Reggie's head. Archie's Summer Fun Word Puzzle page. "Sea Hear"; Hap and Jinx use walkie-talkies to communicate at the beach. "Your Final Notice," script and pencils by Gus LeMoine, inks Jon D'Agostino; Ethel is tired of being ignored and decides to let everyone know about it—loudly. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.25.

  • Issue #295
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 295

    Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo. "Pack Track," pencils by Bob Bolling; Mr Bunsen takes the gang backpacking in the wide open spaces. "The Blood Hound," pencils by Bob Bolling; Someone is writing love letters to Midge. "A Low Dolly" one-page story, script and art by Joe Edwards; Jinx finds her old dolly. Archie Club News: Articles by readers on friends by Fay Dillof of Rye, NY; on Archie's Restaurant by Pat Myron of Markham, Ill; and on Archie comics by Robin Hunter of Twin Lakes, Michigan. Two one-page Josie and the Pussycats stories. Jughead Pin Up, pencils by Dan DeCarlo. "Surf Ragettes," pencils by Dan DeCarlo; Betty and Veronica want to win the large Surfing Trophy cup instead of the tiny Girls Surfing trophy. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.25.

  • Issue #296
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 296

    Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo Jr., inks by Rudy Lapick. "No Fuel Like an Old Fuel," script by George Gladir, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Jon D'Agostino; The gang wants to go on a picnic, but due to a gas shortage, can't get any fuel; They rig a sail for Archie's jalopy, which works fine for taking them to the country. "Candid Comment" half-page story, script by George Gladir, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Rudy Lapick; Josie gets a left-handed compliment from Alexandra. "Repair Affair," script by George Gladir, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Rudy Lapick; Alexander gets his car serviced. "Reduce Abuse," script by George Gladir, art by Gus Lemoine; Betty buys a book on dieting from Jughead. "Fountain Head," script by Dick Malmgren, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Rudy Lapick; Coach Kleats goes behind Mr. Weatherbee's back to get a drinking fountain installed in the athletic office. "By the Numbers," script and art by Joe Edwards; Jinx tries to remember a phone number she was supposed to call. "The Welcome Guest," script by Dick Malmgren, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Rudy Lapick; Archie invites Jughead, and Jughead's stomach, to sleep over at his house. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.25.

  • Issue #297
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 297

    Cover art by Dan DeCarlo. "The Little Thinker," script by Dick Malmgren, art by Stan Goldberg; Archie finds himself in the middle of a dispute between Veronica and her father. "Aquarius," script and art by Joe Edwards; A short example of how people born under the sign of Aquarius like to travel. "Wheel of Fortune," pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Forbidden to drive, Bingo decides to pick up a pizza on a pair of roller skates. "Lunchroom Helper," pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Chuck learns something about salt. "Leave Me Alone," script by Dick Malmgren, art by Stan Goldberg; Archie goes to elaborate lengths to avoid his father. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.25.

  • Issue #298
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 298

    "Slay Ride"; Archie and his friends keep getting knocked down by kids on saucer sleds. Santa's Quiz activity page. "Branching Out," script by Mike Pellowski, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Rudy Lapick; Archie and Jughead replace Coach Kleats Christmas tree, first with a larger one then with a very small one. Mr. Snowman Maze activity page. "Stamp of Approval," pencils by Joe Edwards; Randy and Marla are both stamp collectors. Archie Club News. "Ba Ba Black Sheep," script and pencils by Dick Malmgren, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Veronica knits a sweater for Archie. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.25.

  • Issue #299
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 299

    "A Clean Sweep"; Archie asks his father for more allowance; When he is refused, Archie is glad to hear from Jughead that he has won in the lottery and takes Ronnie out on an extravagant night out. "Hearing Problems" one-page story; Li'l Jinx' father is bothered by the noise she and her friend are making. "Southern Comfort:" starring Pop Tate; Chuck does not know what to get his father for his birthday. "Root of a Square"; Randy helps Len discover how much fun girls can be. "Dog Tired"; Jughead wants to prove Reggie that Hot Dog isn't lazy. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.25.

  • Issue #300
    Pep Comics (1940-1987 Archie) 300

    "The Global Gourmet," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick; Pop Tate tries some new International Cuisine. "Photo Finish" one-page story, script and art by Joe Edwards; Charley shows Jinx a picture of him. "The Loan Runner," script by George Gladir, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Archie tries to avoid Jughead. Hostess snack cakes ad with Archie. "Cast Off," script and art by Joe Edwards; Randy's friend Lips gets sympathy for his 'broken arm.' "The Look of Love," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick; The gang sets the lonely Dilton up with the ditzy Pansy, who's too stupid to be turned off by his intelligence. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.25.