Harvey Collectors Comics #5

In a delightfully absurd twist on a school art project, Richie bypasses the usual clay and stone when his teacher lacks materials—opting instead for a massive block of gold to carve a towering dollar sign. With a mix of kid logic and cheeky ambition, he turns the classroom into a gilded spectacle, proving that even in art class, money talks.

In "Pleasure Hunt," Reggie’s latest scheme to outwit Richie and his friends backfires when his fake treasure map is spotted—only for Richie to cleverly flip the script and catch Reggie in the act. Written by an unknown author and illustrated by an unknown artist, this lighthearted 1976 tale captures the classic rivalry with a playful twist.

In "Big Deals," young Richie takes on a big responsibility when his father, Mr. Rich, hands him a hundred dollars to invest. He quietly lends it to an out-of-work actor, some friends, and a family facing eviction—each act of kindness sparking unexpected good fortune. Though Mr. Rich initially calls the moves poor business decisions, the results surprise everyone when the money comes back, multiplied, in record time.

In "null," Richie tries to win a prize at a charity ball by dressing as a street urchin—only to be locked out when he forgets his wallet and can't pay the entrance fee. His costume makes it hard for anyone to believe he’s truly broke, but a twist of fate eventually lets him in.

In this lighthearted 1976 tale from Harvey Collectors Comics #5, Richie and his friends are eager to take a boat ride, only to be turned away by a firm captain claiming the boat is full. With a quick idea and a bit of cash, Richie surprises everyone by buying the boat outright—just to get a ride.

Reggie’s idea to host a cruise on his family’s yacht goes hilariously off course when his antics turn the trip into a whirlwind of near-disasters. With Richie and his friends aboard, chaos reigns—until Harkins steps in to keep the ship afloat.