Archie Comics #49
In "Give Us a Brake," Archie faces a heartfelt challenge when he meets Milly, his new neighbor who lost her sight in a car accident. When Veronica unintentionally hurts Milly’s feelings at the Chok'lit Shop, Archie and Veronica team up with Mr. Lodge—using his connections—to help Milly regain her eyesight. A touching story of empathy and community, illustrated with warmth and care by Samm Schwartz, with a cover by Bob Montana that captures the moment’s quiet tension.
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Archie reluctantly meets his new neighbor, a teenager named Milly who lost her eyesight in a car accident the previous year. While at the Chok'lit Shop, Veronica insults Milly without realizing that Milly was sitting behind her. Upset, Veronica and Archie share Milly's story with Mr. Lodge, who uses his fraternity connections to connect Milly with an eye surgeon who restores her eyesight.
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