Archie comic books issue 204

Dan DeCarlo, Rudy Lapick cover. Frank Doyle scripts, Harry Lucey pencils, Marty Epp inks, Bill Yoshida letters. Li'l Jinx by Joe Edwards. "Star Gazers": Mr. Lodge falls for Archie's soothsaying (6 pages). "Now and Then": Fred makes an embarrassing appearance on the beach (5 pages). The Archies in "One Good Turn": The group exposes a small-town extortion scheme on the way to their next gig (5 pages). Li'l Jinx in "That's a Fact": Jinx explains why studying is important (1 page). "Take A Chance": Archie manages to beat even the best odds (6 pages). 36 pages. Full-color. Cover price $0.15.

Written by Ian Flynn. Art by Steven Butler. It's Sonic vs. Monkey Khan yet again! But it's more than hot-headedness this time as Sonic fights not just for his city, but to save the very cybernetic-simian he's forced to fight! Even if Sonic can save his friend, will Khan's dark secret destroy him anyway? Then, Knuckles' melee against a surprise traitor continues as Knuckles realizes that he can win the battle but lose so much more! Cover price $2.50.

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Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo. Ruffled Feathers, script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo; Jughead claims that a female bird is less colorful than the male of the species, and Veronica is horrified to discover that he's right. Confession, script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Jim DeCarlo; When her friends and father berate her for being so inconsiderate, Veronica announces that she has a shocking secret to reveal about why she acts the way she does. Patterns, script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Jim DeCarlo; Unlike Betty, Veronica refuses to come when Archie calls for them, but she starts to get worried and jealous about what Betty and Archie might be doing together. The Attention Getter, script by Dick Malmgren, pencils by Dan DeCarlo; Everyone is impressed when Betty makes an Archie doll, so Veronica has a larger version made. 32 pgs. $0.20. Cover price $0.20.

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Betty and Veronica Christmas Spectacular. Cover pencils by Stan Goldberg and Jon D'Agostino, inks by Jon D'Agostino. "From the Heart," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Jon D'Agostino; The girls are out delivering Christmas gifts to Jughead and Archie. "Betty's Christmas Card" cartoon, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick. "Special Delivery Male," script and art by Al Hartley; Veronica is furious because everyone except her received a Christmas card from Archie. "Never Trust a Skinny Santa," script by Dick Malmgren, art by Jon D'Agostino; Betty and Veronica go to Riverdale's skid row to find a derelict that they can rehabilitate by getting him a job as a department store Santa Claus. "In a Straight Line" one-page story, script and art by Joe Edwards; Jinx and Gigi are ice skating. Archie Quarter Comics house ad. Dear Betty 'n' Veronica dating advice letters page, script by Eda Edwards, art by Joe Edwards. Veronica Pin Up, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick. "The Santa Switch," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Harry Lucey; Betty and Veronica insist that Santa Claus is a woman. 52 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.25.

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First 20-cent cover price issue. Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick. Here's Health, script by Frank Doyle, art by Samm Schwartz; Veronica claims that she insults Jughead because saying what you feel about someone is good for your health. Scoop Snoop one-page story starring Li'l Jinx, script and art by Joe Edwards. Change of Heart, script by Frank Doyle, art by Samm Schwartz; Hot Dog tells us that he loves his master because they both love eating and sleeping more than the pointless complications of romance. The Lesser of Two, script by Frank Doyle, art by Samm Schwartz; Though he doesn't usually like helping girls, Jughead helps Betty get Archie away from Veronica. Little Boy Lost, script by Frank Doyle, art by Samm Schwartz; Jughead resents his aunt Jessie treating him like a helpless little child who's always in danger of getting lost. 36 pgs. $0.20. Cover price $0.20.

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First 40-cent cover price. "Stranded in the Storm"; After being stranded in a snowstorm Betty and Veronica take shelter in a cabin and then two intruders force their way inside. "It Says It All" starring Li'l Jinx's Pal Greg, script and art by Joe Edwards. Archie's Gag Bag strip. Statement of Ownership; Average no. copies each issue during preceding 12 months, 298,596; Actual no. of copies of single issue published nearest to filing date, 289,023. "Archie's Space Probe!"; Archie has questions about outer space. Archie Club News. "The Way-Out West"; Archie and the gang land on another planet and it looks like the old west on Earth. "Josie Has the Answer" Hostess Fruit Pies ad. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.40.

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by Various In "A Decided Lack" (by Kathleen Webb and Jeff Shultz), despite all their preparation, Betty and Veronica note a definite lack of Christmas spirit. Will the magic of the season prevail? Then, in "Stressmas Time" (by Barbara Slate and Jeff Shultz), Betty and Veronica decide they'll relieve Archie's holiday stress by sharing time with him. And lastly, in "Elf for a Day" (by Barbara Slate and Jeff Shultz), Betty has exhausted ideas for what to get Veronica (after all, she has everything), so she offers to be her "elf for the day," at her beck and call! 32pgs, FC$2.19 Cover price $2.19.

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Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick. "Teenese Terror," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Bill Vigoda, inks by Rudy Lapick; Reggie finds out about reverse psychology and it ends up messing with his head. "Face Lift," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Bill Vigoda, inks by Rudy Lapick; Jughead tricks Reggie into believing that his car is falling apart and that Archie is a master mechanic. "What a Card," script and art by Joe Edwards; One Valentine's Day card leads to four black eyes. Li'l Jinx Pen Pals, art by Joe Edwards. Betty and Veronica Pin Up, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick. "Eye Cried for You," script by Dick Malmgren, pencils by Al Hartley, inks by Al Hartley (page 1) and Jon D'Agostino (pages 2-6); Archie as student health monitor is just one of Mr. Weatherbee's problems. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.12.

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Cover pencils by Bob Bolling. "Voo Doo," script and pencils by Bob Bolling; Betty plays a West Indian antique drum she finds at the Lodge Mansion and falls victim to an ancient voodoo curse. Bendix ad with Veronica. Miss Grundy Pin Up, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick. Archie Pin Up, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick. "The Loser or Did You Ever Get the Feeling the Whole World Is Against You?", script and art by Bob Bolling; A chance encounter with a new girl after school gets Archie in trouble with Betty, Veronica and Mr. Weatherbee. "Snow Fun," script and art by Joe Edwards; Hap's day off from work is occupied by playing with Jinx. "French Fracas," script by Bob Bolling, pencils by John Rosenberger, inks by Mario Acquaviva; A pretty exchange student from France has entranced all the boys and Veronica rallies the girls to put a stop to her. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.12.

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(W) Alex Simmons (A) Dan Parent, Rich Koslowski 'New Kids,' Part 6: 'All That and a Bag of Chips.' The epic conclusion of the 'New Kids' saga could be the epic conclusion of Veronica's ego! Now that the family of new kid Lawrence 'Lonnie' Easterman has even tighter ties to high society than the Lodges, can Veronica handle being shut out of the Riverdale elite and demoted to second best? Cover price $2.99.

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Cover art by Dan DeCarlo. "Car Quest West," script by Mike Pellowski, pencils by Doug Crane, inks by Tom Moore; Archie and Jughead travel to St. Louis to try and find his old car. Sunkist Fun Fruits with Archie and his friends. Melody Cute Suit activity page. Archie's Club News. "Back to the Airwaves," script by Rod Ollerenshaw, pencils by Henry Scarpelli; Betty works for a radio station personality named Hal; Hal and Roberta resemble Howard Stern and Robin. "Bowl Brawl," script by George Gladir, pencils by Chic Stone, inks by Mike Esposito; Mr. Weatherbee and other teachers go bowling. "Jughead Presents Jim-Dandy Gymnastics," script by George Gladir, pencils by Jeff Shultz, inks by Jon D'Agostino. "Everything I Tell You Is a Lie, and That's the Truth," script by Hal Smith, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Rudy Lapick; Dilton makes a lie detector and takes it to the science fair. "The Teen-agers of Tomorrow Need Quality Care Today!!!" public service announcement with the Archie gang. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.75.

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(W) George Gladir (A) Jeff Shultz, Henry Scarpelli (CA) Dan DeCarlo Veronica goes on a date with muscle-bound Bruce who promises her a fun time! However, as Veronica will soon discover, brawn doesn't necessarily make up for personality! See for yourself how Ronnie's date resolves itself in 'Body Image.' Cover price $3.99.

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Written by Tim Kennedy. Art by Tim Kennedy, Mike Pellowski, George Gladir, and Bob Bolling. A mysterious prize inside a cereal box baffles Archie and his friends - and may be a bigger mystery than they realize! Next, a visit to the toy store is a trip down memory lane, and a look into the future for Archie's dad! Plus, the roots of the Archies band are revealed in a rockin' Little Archie tale! And other new and classic tales! Cover price $3.99.

Written by Dan Parent and Mike Pellowski. Art by Dan Parent and Pat Kennedy. Cheryl Blossom offers 'maid service for a day' as part of a charity auction - and Veronica is determined to be the high bidder! As Cheryl toils, will Veronica 'clean up' on payback she feels owed, or be more 'charitable' in her treatment of Cheryl? Then, Veronica learns that studying isn't all fun and games when comparing study groups with a friend. Plus, puzzles, games, pin-ups, and more! Cover price $2.69.

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The adventures of America's favorite teen continue with new stories and classic tales! Digest, FC $2.39 Cover price $2.39.

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(W) Alex Simmons (A) Rex Lindsey In 'A Tan and Sandy Snooze', Jughead's third dark and delicious mystery as J. Jones: Semi-Private Eye, strange things are happening at the amusement park, and Jughead is determined to find out why all the kids keep losing their jobs. Plus, it doesn't hurt that this undercover gig offers all the snacks he can scarf! Cover price $2.99.

Canadian Edition. $2.99 cover price. Softcover digest, 4 7/8" x 6 5/8", 100 pages, full color. Cover price $2.99.

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Canadian Price Variant. 95¢ cover price. Cover art by Dan DeCarlo. "Car Quest West," script by Mike Pellowski, pencils by Doug Crane, inks by Tom Moore; Archie and Jughead travel to St. Louis to try and find his old car. Sunkist Fun Fruits with Archie and his friends. Melody Cute Suit activity page. Archie's Club News. "Back to the Airwaves," script by Rod Ollerenshaw, pencils by Henry Scarpelli; Betty works for a radio station personality named Hal; Hal and Roberta resemble Howard Stern and Robin. "Bowl Brawl," script by George Gladir, pencils by Chic Stone, inks by Mike Esposito; Mr. Weatherbee and other teachers go bowling. "Jughead Presents Jim-Dandy Gymnastics," script by George Gladir, pencils by Jeff Shultz, inks by Jon D'Agostino. "Everything I Tell You Is a Lie, and That's the Truth," script by Hal Smith, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Rudy Lapick; Dilton makes a lie detector and takes it to the science fair. "The Teen-agers of Tomorrow Need Quality Care Today!!!" public service announcement with the Archie gang. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.95.

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