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Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) comic books 1977-1979

  • Issue #454
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 454

    Archie's Christmas Love-In. "Spirit Sprite"; The gang insists that Jughead must ask Ethel to the Christmas dance. "Prize Package"; Reggie needs a costume for the Christmas masquerade party. "Hi! Why?", script and art by Joe Edwards; Christmas is almost here for Li'l Jinx. "A Gift Beyond Gifts"; Veronica coerces her father to get off the phone and actually go Christmas shopping. "Season's Greetings," script by George Gladir, pencils by Dan DeCarlo Jr., inks by Jim DeCarlo; Moose is upset that Reggie kissed Midge for receiving her Christmas gift. Archie Club News. "What Are Friends For"; Pop Tate has too many bills to pay and is not feeling the Christmas spirit. Hostess ad with Josie. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.30.

  • Issue #455
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 455

    Sabrina's Christmas Magic Cover price $0.30.

  • Issue #456
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 456

    The World of Archie. "Actor Action"; Anticipating the lead role in the school play, Archie dozes off and dreams of becoming a movie star. "The Gay Blades"; At Riverdale High, Mr. Svensen is livid as the students are constantly tracking rainwater into the school's corridor floors. "This Unchanging World"; A non-dialog feature demonstrating the rigors a teen girl goes through when preparing for a date. "It's Always Fall," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Harry Lucey, inks by Marty Epp; In a winter scene, Betty and Veronica try to console Archie as he is constantly slipping on the ice. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.30.

  • Issue #457
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 457

    Last 30-cent cover price. The World of Jughead. Cover pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Jon D'Agostino. "Good Buddy Band," art by Samm Schwartz; Jughead and Miss Grundy try to broadcast on their CB Radios from school without Mr. Weatherbee spotting them. Hostess snack cakes ad with Josie. "Signing Off" one-page Li'l Jinx story by Joe Edwards. "Storm Center," script by Frank Doyle, art by Samm Schwartz; Jughead and Hot Dog have to trek through a driving blizzard to get groceries for the house. "Downhill Dandy," script by George Gladir, art by Samm Schwartz; Jughead sets a new downhill ski time because Ethel is pursuing him. "The Lesser of Two," script by Frank Doyle, art by Samm Schwartz; Jughead comes across Betty crying because Archie threw her over for Veronica. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.30.

  • Issue #458
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 458

    First 35-cent cover price. Betty and Veronica Spectacular. Cover by Dan DeCarlo. Hostess snack cakes ad with Josie. "The Oath," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo; Betty and Veronica swear an oath of fidelity to each other, an oath Veronica breaks at the first chance she gets to ace Betty out of a date with Archie. Statement of ownership; Total Paid Circulation, avg 12 months: 148,964. "No Rhyme, No Reason," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick; Betty and Veronica get into a huge argument in the school halls, prompting Mr. Weatherbee to intercede. "Biz Tiz," script by George Gladir, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick; In order to outdo Betty once again, Veronica takes on a consignment of overstock work jumpsuits her father is ready to write off as a loss and goes into business for herself selling them. "Tooth Trouble," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick; Betty convinces Veronica that she doesn't need to lavish money on her dates to keep them. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.35.

  • Issue #459
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 459

    Archie's Jokes Cover price $0.35.

  • Issue #460
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 460

    Betty and Veronica Summer Fun. Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo. "Sculpture Scuffle," script by George Gladir, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick; Reggie has a plan to con Archie into sabotaging Betty's sand sculpture contest entry so Veronica can win and Archie takes the blame. "Insect Insanity," pencils by Dan DeCarlo; Veronica does battle with a fly that has invaded the Lodge mansion. "Rash Smash," script by George Gladir, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick; Veronica and Betty wage a fierce tennis match for the right to go to the dance with Archie. "Goof Spoof," script by George Gladir, pencils by Dan DeCarlo; Veronica prefers jet-skiing to Archie's offer of skateboarding on the boardwalk near the beach. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.35.

  • Issue #461
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 461

    "A Fool for Cool"; Archie tries to act like the 'Funzee' character from TV but the girls are turned off by it. "Vacation Deflation"; Archie has some bad experiences at camp but still wants to keep going. "Play Mates" half-page Li'l Jinx story. Archies Gag Bag. "Three Spree"; Betty interferes with Veronica's time alone with Archie. Lite'ms Pendant ad with Josie and the Pussycats. "The Measure of a Man"; Archie wishes his father was more like Mr. Lodge but realizes how good his father really is after getting stuck in the middle of nowhere at 3am when the car he was driving won't start. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.35.

  • Issue #462
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 462

    Betty and Veronica Spectacular Cover price $0.35.

  • Issue #463
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 463

    The World of Jughead Cover price $0.35.

  • Issue #464
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 464

    Archie's Christmas Stocking. "The Magic Circle," script by George Gladir, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Henry Scarpelli; Archie gets a job making Christmas wreaths. "Snow Use" one-page Li'l Jinx's Pal Fat Charley story by Joe Edwards. Archie's Christmas Maze. "The Quack," script and pencils by Dick Malmgren, inks by Rudy Lapick; Archie brings home a live duck for Christmas dinner. "Pucker Power" Archie's Christmas Stocking story; Jughead is afraid of the girls trapping him with mistletoe. Archie Club News. "Super Santa," script by George Gladir, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Dan DeCarlo Jr; Reggie destroys Archie's snowman. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.35.

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    3 days left Auction Archie Giant Series Magazine presents Archie’s Christmas Stocking No. 464 1977

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  • Issue #465
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 465

    "The Santa Syndrome"; Betty laughs like Santa without being aware of it. "Wrap Rap" one-page story, script and art by Joe Edwards; Jinx gets a package in the mail that should have been marked as fragile. "Number One," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick; Betty and Veronica get chosen to make an ice sculpture for the school. "Cheap But Classy," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick; Betty and Veronica agree to not spend more than five dollars on a gift for Archie, but they both find that to be more difficult than it sounds. Betty and Veronica's Pin Up. "The Outsiders," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick; Betty and Veronica decide to throw a Christmas costume party, but wait until the last minute to get their costumes. Hostess Fruit Pies ad with Josie. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.35.

  • Issue #466
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 466

    Archie's Christmas Love-In. Cover pencils by Stan Goldberg. "It Had To Be You"; Archie and Betty try to teach Jughead the meaning of giving. "The Long and Short of It"; Li'l Jinx ponders department store lines at Christmas. "Wrap Up"; Reggie tries to scam some kisses out of Midge. "Christmas Gifts We'd Like to Give"; Amusing Christmas presents for Riverdale inhabitants. "Chow Time"; Betty's kindness to some hungry animals takes a strange turn. "The Gift of Giving"; Archie demonstrates to Reggie brotherhood and understanding at Christmas. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.35.

  • Issue #467
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 467

    Sabrina's Christmas Magic. "The Hard Way"; Sabrina gets upset when Aunt Hilda tries to take shortcuts to celebrate Christmas. "Eye See!", script and pencils by Joe Edwards; Li'l Jinx makes the Christmas tree lights blink with her eyes. "Memory Lane Refrain"; Santa Claus's money pot reminds Hilda of a witch's brew. "The Kiss Off," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo Jr., inks by Jim DeCarlo; Sabrina is mad at Hervey because he thinks Christmas is all about gifts and Christmas dinner. "Season in the Snow"; Sabrina keeps finding herself covered in snow. Archie Club News. "Small Change"; When one of Santa's helpers shows up to check on Sabrina, Ambrose tries to 'zap' him to normal size. Hostess Fruit Pies ad with Josie. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.35.

  • Issue #468
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 468

    The World of Archie. Hostess Twinkies ad with Josie. "The Big Blowup"; Veronica's cousin gets Archie to use the school's helium tanks to fill up his balloons. When I'm Calling You Puzzle activity page. "News Views" half-page Li'l Jinx story. Archie's Gag Bag. "Light Touch of Trouble"; Frankie is hired as a model but they use him for pick-pocketing practice. Archie Club News. "The Salesman"; Archie gets a job selling magazine subscriptions. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.35.

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    22 hours left Auction The World of Archie 1978 #468 March Comic

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  • Issue #469
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 469

    The World of Jughead. Hostess snack cakes ad with Josie. "Never Never Land," script by Frank Doyle, art by Samm Schwartz; Jughead decides to join a commune, until he learns that his favorite foods won't ever be served. "Cold Reception," art by Samm Schwartz; Jughead's winter coat is at the cleaners; but everyone at school thinks his family can't afford one, so they throw a benefit dance to raise money. "Just Like the One...", pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Jughead tries to convince Archie that the man-eating plant they saw in a movie does not look like the plant Archie just gave Veronica. Archie Club News. "The Way," pencils by Stan Goldberg; Ethel tries to lure Jughead with a picnic basket full of food. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.35.

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    $5 WORLD OF JUGHEAD #469 Comic Book April 1978 Archie Good+ 2.5Grade

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  • Issue #470
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 470

    Betty and Veronica Spectacular. Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo. Hostess snack cakes ad with Josie. "Name That Tune," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo; Archie and Jughead are having fun making up nonsense lyrics to classic songs. Veronica's Name Maze by Joe Edwards. "Follow the Leader," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Jim DeCarlo; Betty and Veronica are discussing classifications ("rich and poor", etc.). "The Searchers," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Joe Edwards; Veronica and the gang are at school; Veronica mentions that she has the results of her search for her roots, which results in Archie, Jughead and Betty each responding with a bad tree-related pun. Jughead ad. "Take Me To Your Leader," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo; Veronica is all set to become the buzz around school with her new blouse, and Betty shows off her new "Archie's Girl" shirt. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.35.

  • Issue #472
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 472

    Betty and Veronica Summer Fun. Cover by Dan DeCarlo. "The Stand-In," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Jim DeCarlo; Betty tells Veronica that she's going to change; Veronica responds by saying that some people have room for improvement, and starts to tell Betty everything she should change - the way she dresses, her make-up, her hair, etc. Dilton ad. "Pool Your Talents," pencils by Dan DeCarlo; A guest, possibly a business associate of Mr. Lodge, is inside the Lodge mansion, talking to Mr. Lodge; He complains that pools are attractive nuisances and act like a magnet to the worst elements in town (ie, teenagers). "The Numbers Game," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo; Archie stops by Veronica's, carrying a piece of paper and telling her that he needs help. "Floaters," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo; Betty and Veronica are trying to enjoy a nice quiet day on the beach by themselves so they can work on their tan; They spread out their blanket and within 5 minutes, are interrupted by a guy named Marty, who seems to think he's the greatest thing on earth. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.35.

  • Issue #473
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 473

    The World of Archie. "Beach Day Blues"; Archie can't get any peace and relaxation at the beach. "That's for Real?"; Charley Hawse buys an apple pie that's Grandma's homemade style but is full of artificial ingredients. Archie's Gag Bag. Weather or Not activity page. "Summer Bummer"; Archie gets a job at a spa then quits to work with a pick and shovel as it's easier than the spa job. "Gentlemen's Agreement"; Archie is helpful to girls in need but only because he thinks it can pay off for him in the end if the girl he helps is from a rich family. Archie Club News. "All It's Got"; Archie and Jughead get 'rescued' by the crew on Mister Lodge's yacht. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.35.

  • Issue #474
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 474

    Betty and Veronica Spectacular. "Freebie Jeebies"; Betty convinces Veronica to be thrifty in pursuing a new hair dryer. "There's a Catch!" half-page story; Li'l Jinx catches a fish that proves too much for her. "Planters Punch"; After being chastised by Maria, Archie and Frankie mistakenly move a tree. "View Master"; Mr. Lodge's plan to educate Veronica on astronomy backfires. "Handsome Profit"; An accident with some paint makes a trendsetter out of Betty. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.35.

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    7 days left Auction Archie Giant Series # 474 Bikini Beach Babes GGA Betty Veronica Spectacular 1978

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  • Issue #475
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 475

    The World of Jughead. "Rain Check," art by Samm Schwartz; Archie tries to get Jughead and Veronica to get along. "Gracious Greeter," art by Samm Schwartz; Betty asks Jughead to meet her visiting uncle and make him at home while she's away. "Power Structure," art by Samm Schwartz; Mr. Weatherbee appoints Jughead as a hall monitor. "Battle Cry," art by Samm Schwartz; Reggie tries to get Moose to beat up Jughead, but the plan backfires (naturally). 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.35.

  • Issue #476
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 476

    Archies Christmas Stocking. "Cancellation," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Bob Bolling, inks by Rudy Lapick; Mr. Weatherbee is forced to cancel Christmas vacation. "Looking Up!" one-page story Lil Jinx story, script and art by Joe Edwards; Russ never thought a black Christmas was possible. Mistletoe Time activity page with Ethyl. "Note-Worthy," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Bob Bolling, inks by Rudy Lapick; Archie buys Veronica a stationary set and writes romantic things on several pages throughout the pack. Archie Club News. A Sunny Snowman Puzzle page with Archie. "Two for Tree," script by George Gladir, pencils by Bob Bolling, inks by Rudy Lapick; Because of a snowstorm, Archie and Jughead go on skis to get a Christmas tree for Veronica. Mr. Weatherbee Pin Up. Hostess snack cakes ad with Josie. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.35.

  • Issue #477
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 477

    Betty and Veronica Christmas Spectacular. "Cartons of Joy," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo; Betty and Veronica are out enjoying the sights when they see a young boy longingly looking at a train set in a store window; Seeing that he looks poor, they feel sorry for him and follow him to an old shack where he lives with his mom and siblings. "Art Critic" one-page Li'l Jinx's Pal, Roz story by Joe Edwards. "Package Deal"; Betty decides to go into the gift-wrapping business for the holidays, and sends Jughead out to show off her sample boxes. "Santa Claws"; Miss Grundy and Mr. Weatherbee agree to let the girls be in charge of the school's Christmas decorations; Betty and Veronica decide to start with boxes of Christmas decorations in the old storeroom in the basement. "From The Heart"; Veronica and her dad discuss how Archie always likes Betty's (cheaper) gifts better than Veronica's gift. Hostess snack cakes ad with Josie. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.35.

  • Issue #478
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 478

    Archie's Christmas Love-In Cover. "The Christmas Caper"; It's the holiday season, and Archie is working at Uriah Scourge's jewelry store to earn some extra money; Archie's boss bears a striking resemblance to Mr. Scrooge from A Christmas Carol. "The End" one-page Li'l Jinx story by Joe Edwards. "Wisecracker," script and pencils by Dick Malmgren, inks by Jon D'Agostino; As Archie is leaving for Betty's to deliver his Christmas gift to her, his mom asks him to take something out to the trash can; As soon as Archie gets out the door, he gets distracted by a pretty girl and ends up throwing Betty's gift in the trash can. Archie Club News. Dilton ad. Archie Christmas Specials ad. "Your Gain is My Lost"; Veronica is going Christmas shopping and drags Archie along to carry her packages. Hostess snack cakes ad with Josie. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.35.

  • Issue #479
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 479

    Sabrina's Christmas Magic. "Power Struggle"; Sabrina and Jingles have a competition. "Waste Not!" one-page Li'l Jinx's Pal Greg story. "Flea Bargaining"; Sabrina gets a puppy from Harvey. Archie Club News. "The Christmas Challenge"; Hilda tries to get rid of a persistent door-to-door salesman. "And a Zappy New Year"; Della wants to play pranks on people for Christmas but Ambrose and Sabrina change her mind. Hostess Fruit Pies ad. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.35.

  • Issue #480
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 480

    The World of Archie. Hostess snack cakes ad with Josie. "Fruit Salad," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo Jr., inks by Jim DeCarlo; Betty and Veronica try to get Archie to eat more fruit. "First Place" one-page story, script and art by Joe Edwards; Jinx hates the rain because she's stuck inside with nothing to do. Archie's Gag Bag. "Quiet on the Set," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Harry Lucey, inks by Vince DeCarlo; Archie and Jughead imagine themselves in a slapstick silent comedy set in the halls of Riverdale. "The Outcast," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Harry Lucey, inks by Chic Stone; Archie is convinced that everyone at school hates him when no one will talk in front of him. "Growing Pains," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Harry Lucey, inks by Chic Stone; Fred and Archie both tell Mary to back off when she's constantly reminding her son of things she might have forgotten. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.35.

  • Issue #481
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 481

    Last 35-cent cover price. The World of Jughead. Cover pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Jon D'Agostino. Hostess snack cakes ad with Josie. "The Cold Trail Caper," pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Joe Edwards; Jughead and Archie try to become private detectives. "Teacher's Pet," art by Samm Schwartz; Jughead attempts to endear himself to the teachers. "The Dress," script by Frank Doyle, art by Samm Schwartz; Jughead's opinion of Veronica's new dress gets him in a lot of trouble with a lot of people. "Snooze Cruise," script by George Gladir, art by Samm Schwartz; Jughead takes a tour of the neighborhood in a hammock without even waking up. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.35.

  • Issue #482
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 482

    First 40-cent cover price. Betty and Veronica Spectacular. Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Jim DeCarlo. "Moon Mission," inks by Jim DeCarlo; In a tale set in the far future, Betty and Veronica use their small shuttle craft to outwit and defeat an invading alien strike force and protect Earth's moon base. "The Manhunters," script by Frank Doyle, inks by Jim DeCarlo; Betty tries to explain to a skeptical Veronica why Archie is a problem. Veronica's Vacation Puzzle by Joe Edwards. "The New Image," pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Jim DeCarlo; Veronica completely changes her look, then gets angry when nobody recognizes her. Hostess snack cakes ad with Josie. "That Sinking Feeling," pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Jim DeCarlo; Betty perfects the ability to totally relax. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.40.

  • Issue #483
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 483

    Archie's Jokes Cover price $0.40.

  • Issue #485
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 485

    The World of Archie Cover price $0.40.

  • Issue #486
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 486

    Betty and Veronica Spectacular. Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Jim DeCarlo. "Prom Qualm," script by George Gladir, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick; Veronica brushes off all of the local boys for the prom because she's expecting a French boy to take her. "On the Button!" half-page Li'l Jinx's Chum Charley story, script and art by Joe Edwards. Betty and Veronica Gag Bag half-page, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Joe Edwards; Veronica gets carpal tunnel syndrome; Betty goes golfing with Archie. "Beauty and the Beast," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick; Thinking the man taking pictures around the school is a fashion photographer, Betty and Veronica stalk him in order to be his subjects. "The Date Dilemma," pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Jim DeCarlo; Veronica concocts an elaborate scheme to get out of a date with the son of a business associate that her father arranged. Dear Betty and Veronica advice column, script by Eda Edwards, art by Joe Edwards. "Fashions for Fun & Games" illustration, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick. "River Riot," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick; The girls have a quiet, lazy day floating along the river on a raft, while two crooks meet disaster trying to kidnap Veronica. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.40.

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    $80 Archie Giant Series #486 (Archie, 1979) Swimsuit Cvr Newsstand Dan DeCarlo VF-

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  • Issue #487
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 487

    The World of Jughead. Hostess snack cakes ad with Josie. "UFO Woe"; As they're returning home after seenig a UFO movie, Archie and Jughead start discussing life in space, and keep mistaking various objects for UFOs - a pizza, a plate, and an iridescent Frisbee. "Quiet! Genius at Work!" one-page Li'l Jinx's Pal, Roz story by Joe Edwards. "Oceans of Love"; Jughead has a pet clam named Shelley, and is showing it off to Archie when Veronica and Betty arrive to go to the beach with Jughead and Archie. "The Balancing Bungler," art by Samm Schwartz; Jughead is balancing pies on his nose, and keeps "accidentally" hitting Veronica and Reggie with them after they criticize his act. Archie Club News ad. "Wiped Out"; Jughead convinces Archie to not wait for Veronica and spend all his hard-earned cash on Jughead. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.40.

  • Issue #488
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 488

    Betty and Veronica Christmas Spectacular. Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Jim DeCarlo. "Forgive And Forget," pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Jim DeCarlo; Betty and Veronica debate the meaning of the Christmas season. "For The Present" one-page Li'l Jinx story by Joe Edwards. Betty's Christmas Fashions by Dan DeCarlo Jr. "The Price Is Right," inks by Jim DeCarlo; To make up for having to fly to Europe on business on Christmas Eve, Mr. Lodge offers to throw a gigantic Christmas Eve party for Veronica and all of her friends. "The Real Thing," pencils by Dan DeCarlo Jr.; Veronica convinces her father to help fly the mother of a classmate to the special clinic she needs to attend for treatment of her illness. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.40.

  • Issue #489
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 489

    Betty and Veronica Christmas Spectacular. Betty and Veronica debate whether its better to give or receive; Mr. Lodge has to choose between a million-dollar deal and a family Christmas; Veronica uses her wealth to help a classmate in a time of need. Written by Frank Doyle with art by Dan DeCarlo, plus Lil Jinx by Joe Edwards. 32 pages. Cover by DeCarlo. Cover price $0.40.