Archi comic books issue 17

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"Bigger and Bitter"; Betty is going to give Archie a professional photo of herself for his birthday; Veronica finds out and goes to the same photographer and has a much larger photo made of herself. "Snooty Cuties!"; Veronica invites Archie to a party she's hosting for some high-class girls. "Wiser Adviser"; Archie gets mad when Betty knows more than he does. "On the Other Foot"; Reggie reads that a shoe store has a case of shoes only for the right foot; Betty remembers that Jughead bought a grab bag box at an auction that only had left foot shoes. "Plots to You" text story. "The Hic Parade," art by Joe Edwards; Betty tries to cure Veronica of the hiccups. Archie Giant Series ad. "One of Those Daze"; No matter what Reggie says to Moose about Midge, he gets beaten up. 36 pgs., full color. $0.10. Cover price $0.10.

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Archie's Jokes Cover price $0.25.

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Newsstand Edition. Cover pencils by Dave Manak, inks by Jon D'Agostino. Gorilla Warfare or The Apes Of Wrath, script by Mike Kanterovich and Ken Penders, pencils by Dave Manak, inks by Harvey Mercadoocasio [as Harvey M.]; Dr. Robotnik sends a giant robot ape against Sonic and the Freedom Fighters. First Star I See Tonight, script by Mike Kanterovich and Ken Penders, pencils by Art Mawhinney, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Princess Sally finds a glowing orb that she feels may be the key to defeating Dr. Robotnik and rescuing her father from his dimensional exile. 36 pgs. $1.50. Cover price $1.50.

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Written by Frank Doyle, George Gladir, and Kathleen Webb. Art by Dan DeCarlo and Jim DeCarlo. Cover by Dan DeCarlo and Jim DeCarlo. Veronica tries to get better grades than Betty but by other methods rather than study. Betty drops Dilton's unabridged dictionary on her head and develops ESP powers. Veronica gets to practice running Lodge Enterprises but her executive wardrobe proves a bit manly for some. Veronica looks for Archie and mistakes everyone for sarcasm as they tell her to look in "Lost And Found." Health Education public service announcement with the Archie gang regarding AIDS, art by Dan DeCarlo, and Jim DeCarlo. Sunkist Fun Fruits Spooky Fruit & Space Shapes ad with the Archie gang. Veronica's Fashion Circus! page, art by Dan DeCarlo. Betty & Veronica advice column. 36 pages, full color. $0.75. Cover price $0.75.

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Stories by Frank Doyle and George Gladir. Art by Dan DeCarlo and Rudy Lapick. In this issue: "Beach or Bust" by Frank Doyle, Dan DeCarlo and Rudy Lapick - Archie wants Betty to go to the beach but Betty has chores that must be done first; "Room with a View" by Frank Doyle, Dan DeCarlo and Rudy Lapick - Behind a waterfall Archie and Betty find cave drawings that they think are by real cavemen but it turns out to just be Jughead doodling; and "Disaster Design" by George Gladir, Dan DeCarlo and Rudy Lapick - Mr. Lodge is frustrated by Veronica's new "ghetto garb" fashion trend. Plus: Dear Betty letters page; Betty Pin-Up; and Li'l Jinx 1-pager "Sign Off" by Joe Edwards. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.12.

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Cover art by Irv Novick. Untitled story, script by Harry Shorten, art by Irv Novick; The Shield (Joe Higgins) battles Blinker and his gang. Untitled story, art by George Storm; John "The Comet" Dickering sees his brother Bob being kidnapped by a couple of Big Boy Malone's men, and flies to his aid, but is shot and killed in the process; Bob swears revenge and becomes The Hangman, and when Chugger is found not guilty because John Dickering isn't alive to testify against him, The Hangman hustles Chugger out of the courtroom. Untitled story script by Harry Shorten , pencils by Lin Streeter; Danny in Wonderland versus a cyclops. Untitled story starring Sergeant Boyle, Corporal Collins, Capt. Twerp, the Fascists, and "Fuzzy Wuzzies," art by Charles Biro. Untitled story; The Fireball (Ted Tyler) battles a gang of smugglers. Untitled story, art by Harry Lucey; Using the sinister name Iola and dressing in a slinky dress, Madam Satan lures Carl Jensen away from his true love, Anita, and is soon completely in the toils of the creature of the netherworld, beginning a mad and expensive orgy of merrymaking. Untitled story, script by Harry Shorten, art by George Storm; On his wedding day, Kayo's face is badly burned; Ashamed of his scarred face, he flees and becomes a hobo; While on a train he befriends a man who has tuberculosis. "The Case of the Parachute Killer," script by Joe Blair, art by Sam Cooper; Inspector Bentley versus Roger Kimberley. Steel Sterling pin-up on back cover. 68 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.10.

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Cover pencils by Dan Parent, inks by Hy Eisman. "Veronica in Texas," script by Bill Golliher, pencils by Dan Parent, inks by Hy Eisman; Veronica receives a bump on the head and believes she is Dusty Marlowe, rodeo star. Bring Your Own Bag! Environmental public service announcement with Veronica and Hiram Lodge. "Style a' la Texas" fashion page, pencils by Dan Parent, inks by Hy Eisman. Texas Sizzle, pencils by Dan Parent, inks by Hy Eisman. 36 pgs., full color. $1.00. Cover price $1.00.

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Written by Mark Waid. Art and Cover by Joe Eisma. Cheryl Blossom's unleashed on Riverdale, creating chaos and tumult at her whim! Only Veronica can stop her - but how will she get back from her Swiss boarding school in time to save her friends? 32 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $3.99.

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Written by Mark Waid. Art by Joe Eisma. Cover by Aaron Lopresti. Cheryl Blossom's unleashed on Riverdale, creating chaos and tumult at her whim! Only Veronica can stop her-but how will she get back from her Swiss boarding school in time to save her friends? 32 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $3.99.

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Giant Size. Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick. "The Pearl Divers," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Bill Vigoda; Archie gets in trouble with Veronica when he gives her a pearl necklace that was a prize in a pudding promotion. "Love, Your Magic Spell Is Everywhere--Well, Almost," script and art by Al Hartley; After seeing Ethel be humiliated by Reggie, Sabrina gives her an enchanted medallion that makes people see her inner beauty. "Togetherness," art by Al Hartley; Pop warns the guys that counterfeit bills are circulating. "Help Wanted," script by George Gladir, art by Al Hartley; Ethel applies for a job. "Hid Kid," script by George Gladir, art by Al Hartley; Leroy takes eavesdropping to a new level. "Puck Pluck," script by George Gladir, art by Al Hartley; Coach Kleats has his older players impart words of wisdom onto his younger players. "Brain Strain," script by George Gladir; Moose thinks he has chicken pox. "Earth-Mirth," script by George Gladir; Betty asks Ethel's opinion about the space race. "Work Quirk," script by George Gladir, art by Al Hartley; Veronica finds a new way to abuse her phone privileges. "Sad Lad," script by George Gladir, art by Al Hartley; Archie and Veronica have a falling out. "Boxed In" starring Li'l Jinx, script and art by Joe Edwards; Hap is suddenly interested in a cereal box. "The Planet of Nod," script by Dick Malmgren, pencils by Gus Lemoine, inks by Jon D'Agostino; The space ship lands on a planet where the residents spend all of their time sleeping; based on the TV series "Josie and the Pussycats in Outer Space." 52 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.25.

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Cover by Dan Parent & Rudy Lapick. Stories by Chris Henderson, George Gladir and Bill Golliher. Art by Stan Goldberg & Mike Esposito and Bill Golliher & Jon D'Agostino. Featuring "A Confident Man" and "Different Strokes"! Also in this issue: Sabrina! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $1.50.

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"The Menace of the Mythological Monsters," "The TestTube Flies," and "The Creature Who Invaded Capital City!" Edited by Victor Gorelick. Cover by John Rosenberger. Stories by Robert Bernstein and John Rosenberger. Archie Comics amiable and agile super-hero The Fly battles an assortment of nefarious villains, including the Mythological Monsters and Creature Who Invaded Capitol City. 36 pages, full color. $0.12. Cover price $0.10.

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Aunt Hilda finds a reason to celebrate Christmas; Veronica unwisely angers Sabrina; Hilda secretly follows Sabrina and Harvey on their date. Stories and art by Frank Doyle, Dan DeCarlo, Dick Malmgren, Jon D'Agostino, and Stan Goldberg, plus Lil Jinx by Joe Edwards. 48 pages. Cover by Goldberg. Cover price $0.25. Cover price $0.25.

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Cover pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Mario Acquaviva. Laugh Clown Laugh, script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick; Archie reveals that Jughead has been clowning around and making everyone laugh to cover up his pain over his mother's illness. Last Day of School, script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Tired of all the teachers ordering him around, Archie wishes that school didn't exist, and is transported into an alternate reality where schools have vanished, and he and all his friends are stupid. Pep Rally, script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Harry Lucey, inks by Chic Stone; Coach Kleats finds Archie, dressed in his uniform, giving Dilton a pep talk to psych him up for a chess match. 36 pgs. $0.25. Cover price $0.25.

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Camper's Capers; While showing photos of his experience as a camp counselor, Archie remembers the stories leading to the pictures and each photo is used as a punch line for the story. Joker is Wild! starring Lil Jinx. Promo for The World of Archie Giant series. When the Boone Comes Over the Mountain...; Mr. Weatherbee tells the camper a story about Daniel Boone being lost in the Haunted Cave. 36 pgs. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

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by Mike Gallagher & Dave Manak Based on the all-new animated series from DIC airing on the ABC and UPN networks! It's another magical day in the life of everyone's favorite almost-a-witch, Sabrina, and her wacky teenage aunts and uncle! And don't forget Salem. Will Sabrina steal another spell from her aunt's "Spookie Jar" and turn her Junior High upside down? Is Archie's hair red? FC, 32pg Cover price $1.99.

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Cover by Rex Lindsey. "He-Man Suit," script by Mike Pellowski, art by Rex W. Lindsey; When a crooked scientist tries to steal the prototype super-suit that Lodge Industries is developing for the military, Archie dons the suit to stop the crime, and to save Veronica from being kidnapped. Home Improvement public service announcement with Veronica, art by Dan DeCarlo. "The Gold Egyptian Cat," script by Mike Pellowski, art by Rex W. Lindsey; Archie and Jughead receive a memento after a job as movie extras, and fantasize about how much they can make from selling it as a collectible. "This Old House," script by Batton Lash, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Henry Scarpelli; When the gang learns that an old house in town has been condemned and will be demolished, they each recall past trips inside the house, which is believed to be haunted, and decide to learn more about its history. 36 pgs., full color. $1.50. Cover price $1.50.

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Written by Dan Parent, Hal Smith, and Frank Doyle. Art by Dan DeCarlo, Dan Parent, Rudy Lapick, and Mike Esposito. Cover by Dan Parent and Henry Scarpelli. Cheryl plots to have Jason romance Betty and a friend named Adam romance Veronica, leaving her path to Archie free and clear. Veronica is forced to disguise herself as a frump, due to heavier than usual notoriety. Veronica sprains her ankle performing gymnastics. Editor Gorelick promotes Sabrina's Holiday Spectacular #3 and Archie's Christmas Stocking #3. Work It Out fashion page with Betty and Veronica in leotards by Rex W. Lindsey. Seneca Sports inline skates ad with the Archie gang, art by Stan Goldberg and Henry Scarpelli. 36 pages, full color. $1.50. Cover price $1.50.

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Cover by Dan DeCarlo. AIDS awareness public service announcement with the Archie gang. "In Search Of Change," script by Harold Smith, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Rudy Lapick; Betty spends more than she thought and only has a dollar to get home on the bus. Sunkist ad with the Archie gang. Fans' Fashions For Archie, Betty And Veronica page by Stan Goldberg. "With Friends Like These," script by Kathleen Webb, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Mike Esposito; After being critiqued one time too many by Veronica, Betty begins to wonder why she is friends with the girl. "Stress Struck," script by George Gladir, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Rudy Lapick; Betty is concerned with the stress in the lives of her friends and it's giving her stress. "Telling It Like It Is," script by George Gladir, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Mike Esposito; Betty begins to wonder if all her hard work at school is worth it. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.75.

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Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Jon D'Agostino. "Cheryl Mania," script and pencils by Dan Parent, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Cheryl's Beach Bash skyrockets in the ratings, but faces a backlash from concerned parents and the prospect of ending when the fall school term begins. Cheryl's Classic Summer Style pinup, pencils by Dan Parent. Cheryl's Reader Hairstyles fashion page by Dan Parent. "You're All Wet," script and pencils by Dan Parent, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Cheryl begins spraying passersby with a hose from a secret spot, just for the fun of it. "How Crafty," script and pencils by Dan Parent, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Cheryl's mother hires a famous television home economist to redecorate their mansion. Learn To Draw Betty by Dan DeCarlo. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $1.75.

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'Archie Marries Veronica.' Archie's life has taken a turn for the worse as his marriage to Veronica is on the fritz. Archie isn't the only one with troubles though as Veronica has a run in with the law and Dilton's greatest invention is either on the brink of benefiting all of humanity or resulting in his downfall! 'Archie Marries Betty.' Archie must work out his priorities between his nightclub venture and responsibilities to his students. Meanwhile Midge has big news for Jughead and Reggie's investigation into Veronica's missing plane catches the attention of the FBI.""(W) Paul Kupperberg (A) Fernando Ruiz & Various (CA) Norm Breyfogle Cover price $3.99.

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Cover by Bill Golliher. TWO BRAND NEW STORIES: First, in 'Best Friends Day,' it's Riverdale Best Friends Day and a local radio station is throwing a town-wide scavenger hunt and giving away a $100 gift certificate to Pop's for the first 10 winners. Betty & Veronica decide this is the perfect thing to do on Riverdale Best Friends Day! Join them on their adventures all over Riverdale in their quest to win-and have a fun BFF day in the process! Then, in 'Mystery of the Missing Mermaid,' on the shores of Hawaii, international detective Jake Chang teams up with Betty and Veronica to solve the mystery of the missing mermaid! 192 pages, full color. Cover price $8.99.

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Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Jim DeCarlo. "Stunt Stint," script by George Gladir, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Hy Eisman; Archie and Betty are stunt doubles for a Lavish Studios in the 1920's. You don't need drugs public service announcement with the Archie gang. "Mall Mania," script by George Gladir, pencils by Dan Parent and Dagger; Esmeralda hates shopping at the mall and uses her magic to create mischief. "Operation Education," script by George Gladir, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Rudy Lapick; The Pussycats enroll in summer school. Archie's Club News. "Decisions Decisions," script by George Gladir, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Rudy Lapick; Archie goes grocery shopping for his mother and can't decide what to buy. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.95.

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Written by VARIOUS. Art by Various. Cover by Dan Parent. Love is in the air for Archie and friends! Celebrate the most romantic day of the year with these stories about dating dilemmas and cupid's catastrophes! 192 pages, full color. Cover price $9.99.

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Cover by Dan DeCarlo. BRAND NEW STORY! In 'Back to the Past,' After being bombarded by texts and group chats about parties and events, Betty and Veronica talk about how things in the 'olden days' must have been so much simpler. That gives them an idea: throw a retro '80s style party! But can they have fun without smartphones? Lace up your roller skates and find out! 192 pages, full color. Cover price $8.99.

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Written by Dan Parent, George Gladir, Mike Pellowski, Hal Smith, Al Hartley and Various. Art by Dan Parent, Stan Goldberg, Chic Stone, Bill Golliher, Al Hartley, Dan DeCarlo, Fernando Ruiz, Bob Smith, Henry Scarpelli, Rudy Lapick, Jon D'Agostino, Al Nickerson, Mike Esposito and Various. Cover by Pat Kennedy, Tim Kennedy and Bob Smith. NEW LEAD STORY: "You're Cooked!" Jughead wins a food channel contest where you compete in a cook off...in Paris, France! 198 pages, full color. Cover price $6.99.

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Canadian Price Variant. $1.65 cover price. Softcover digest, 4 7/8" x 6 5/8", 128 pages, full color. Cover price $1.65.

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NOTE: #1 - one-shot, #17-#19 continued from Lil Jinx (1956). Cover art by Bob Bolling. "The Skunk Story," script and art by Bob Bolling; While preparing for a class costume party, the kids encounter a skunk and learn that if you don't bother a skunk, it won't bother you. "Not So Pre-Historic / Nature's Odd-Ball, script and art by Dexter Taylor; Fred teaches Little Archie about evolution. "Fish Phase," script and art by Bob Bolling; Little Archie and Jughead go fishing, and learn about different types of fresh-water fish as well as techniques for catching them. "Playin' Possum," script and art by Bob Bolling; The kids see what they think is a dead possum, but discover that it's only playing dead. "The Kangaroo Pet" one-page story, script and art by Bob Bolling; Little Archie tells us about the Kangaroo Rat. "Mighty Moose" one-page story, script and art by Bob Bolling; Little Archie tells us about the habits of a moose. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.10.

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Canadian Price Variant. 95¢ cover price. Cover pencils by John S. Lucas. Oral care campaign starring Archie and the gang. All's Fair, script by Susan Berkley, pencils by John S. Lucas, inks by Mike Esposito; Katy accepts Arnold's invitation to the County fair even though she wanted to go with Ramon. Advertisement strip for Ora Care Baseball Bat Toothbrush featuring Archie with Dave Winfield. Camp Out; Ramon takes Katy and Sis to Rickets Glen State Park to go camping. Paper doll pages, pencils by John S. Lucas. Horoscope readings for Leo and Virgo featuring Katy Keene. Membership ad and application for the Katy Keene Fan Club. Car Star; Katy has lunch with the Baron at his estate and he shows her his car collection. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.95.