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  • Issue #227
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 227

    The World of Jughead. "Minnesota Shorts"; The Riverdale youth center gets a pool table and a warlock who has been cursed to spend eternity attached to the pool table shows up with it. "Groovy Tech," script by George Gladir, pencils by Bill Vigoda, inks by Mario Acquaviva; Mr. Weatherbee and Miss Grundy create a summer school program based entirely off student suggestions. "Big Catch" one-page Lil Jinx story, script and art by Joe Edwards; Greg puts a positive spin on his lack of luck fishing. "The Loner"; Jughead describes his learned ability to avoid the traps of Big Ethel. "The Funny Man"; Jughead, Archie, and Betty all think Jughead is a funny guy, but Veronica disagrees. Archie Club News. "The Big Sale"; Archie goes into a novelty store for a pack of gum; Jughead's clumsiness wrecks the place and puts it out of business. "Back-Bone"; Mr. Weatherbee hires Jughead to rake and burn the leaves in his yard, then dreams of the mayhem that could cause. 52 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.35.

  • Issue #228
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 228

    Archie's Christmas Stocking. "Brownie Points"; Jingles, the Santa Brownie, is mad about cheaply made toys. "Modern Smart" one-page story; Lil Jinx adjusts her snowman to have a more impressionist feel. "Here-Comes Santa Claus"; Archie dresses up as Santa and had Hot Dog pull him in a sleigh so he can deliver a present to Veronica. Santa Claus Maze activity page. "Burnt Offering"; Jughead doesn't want to eat Christmas dinner at Veronica's house because her cooking is so bad. "Season in the Sun," script by Frank Doyle, art by Samm Schwartz; Pop Tate goes on vacation to Florida. Archie Club News. "Splendid Spirit"; The Christmas spirit makes people less selfish. 52 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.35.

  • Issue #229
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 229

    Betty and Veronica Christmas Spectacular. Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick. "The List Price," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick; Betty is aghast to find out Veronica buys her parents' Christmas gifts to her. Veronica Pin Up by Dan DeCarlo. "An Ice Crack" one-page Li'l Jinx story by Joe Edwards. "Weapon of Love," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Jon D'Agostino; In the spirit of Christmas, Betty tries to quell a snowball war between two gangs of kids. "Deceive Peeve," script by George Gladir, art by Bob Bolling; In an effort to get Archie away from Betty, Veronica invites him to entertain some orphans, then sends Leroy to recruit some. "Ski and See," script and pencils by Dick Malmgren, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Reggie is being a very hands on ski instructor for Betty and Veronica. "Cool Christmas Cat," script and pencils by Dick Malmgren, inks by Jim DeCarlo; Through a series of mistakes, Betty ends up with Veronica's present from Archie, but thinks Reggie gave it to her. "The Believer," script and pencils by Dick Malmgren, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Veronica finds out Betty still mails letters to Santa Claus. 52 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.35.

  • Issue #230
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 230

    Archie's Christmas Love-In. "Plastic Santa," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick; Betty and the gang teach Mr. Lodge who is stressed about business the true meaning of Christmas. "Christmas Treasure"; While looking for a Christmas tree in the woods, the gang find a poor family that survive completely on the land and in the strength of their family's love. Archie Club News. "All I Want for Christmas"; Ethel can't think of anything she wants for Christmas except Jughead. "Pucker Up!"; Miss Beazly is mad that Archie and Veronica are kissing in her cafeteria. Christmas Carol Puzzle. "A Slow Thinker!"; Li'l Jinx and Charley are in a snowball fight and she reminds him that Christmas is in 5 days. Think Christmas Maze. Santa Quiz. "She's a Card"; Mr. Lodge tries to teach Veronica a little humility when she starts gloating over how many Christmas cards she's received this year. 52 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.35.

  • Issue #231
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 231

    Sabrina's Christmas Magic. Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo. "Come Fly With Me," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Mario Acquaviva; Aunt Hilda keeps colliding with some fat guy in a red suit while she's riding her broom. "Substitute Santa," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Mario Acquaviva; When the actor Harvey hired to perform as Santa fails to show for a party for local orphans, Sabrina gets a substitute to "magically" appear. "Concrete Thinking," script and pencils by Dick Malmgren; Sabrina does some shopping in a lingerie shop while Harvey waits outside. "Christmas Spirit," script by Dick Malmgren, art by Jon D'Agostino; Hilda scoffs at Sabrina's efforts to finish her Christmas shopping without using magic, until Harvey puts her in dire need of a last minute gift herself. "Past, Present And Future," script by Dick Malmgren, pencils by Jon D'Agostino; Harvey gets Sabrina an expensive locket for Christmas, then thinks she doesn't like it. 52 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.35.

  • Issue #232
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 232

    The World of Archie. Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick. "The Truth Hurts"; Mr. Lodge wants Archie to fill in for an actor who was supposed do shoot a commercial for Mr. Lodge. "Without a Point!" one-page story, script and art by Joe Edwards; Hap tries to correct Jinx's grammar when she tells him that she ain't got a pencil. "The Masked Marvel," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Harry Lucey, inks by Marty Epp; Archie puts on a ski mask to avoid being seen carrying Veronica's packages. "Toy Joy"; Reggie has a bird whistle that attracts women. Archie Club News. "At Long Lash," pencils by Harry Lucey; Veronica gives Archie an eyelash as a keepsake, but delivery boy Jughead gives him something far different. "Archie Makes His Mark," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Harry Lucey, inks by Marty Epp; Prehistoric Archie invents a weapon but he has no luck in figuring out the best way to use it. "Seven Day Itch," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Harry Lucey, inks by Marty Epp; Archie is depressed waiting for Friday to arrive, but he's even more depressed when Friday comes and he goes to a party with Veronica's snooty friends. 52 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.35.

  • Issue #233
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 233

    The World of Jughead. "Change for the Better"; Jughead isn't acting like himself. "Model Muddle" one-page story; Li'l Jinx takes up painting. "The Invader"; Mr. Lodge can't get rid of Jughead. "Surprise Prize"; Ethel gives Jughead a kiss after he guesses the lucky number. "Fair Fight"; Jughead's painting of a tough guy punches him in the face. Archie Club News. "Button Business"; Archie likes the buttons on Jughead's hat and wants to go into business making them. "Great Date"; Jughead goes out with Ethel after losing a bet. "Party Boy"; The gang wants Jughead to perform magic tricks. "Fool Proof"; Jughead needs money to buy hamburgers so he auctions off a date with Archie in exchange for a cut of the profits. 52 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.35.

  • Issue #234
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 234

    Betty and Veronica Spectacular. Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick. "Feline Divine," script by George Gladir, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick; Veronica invites Betty and her mix-breed cat to the mansion to appear in publicity pictures with her and her cat. Hostess snack cakes ad with Archie. "Clock Wise" one-page Li'l Jinx story by Joe Edwards. "Just Between Us Girls," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick; When Veronica storms home, vowing that she never wants to speak to Betty again, Smithers and her father take her at her word and freeze Betty out of the Lodge mansion. Archie Annual ad. "Power Play," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick; Archie can only buy one raffle ticket from Betty, because Veronica made him buy her whole book the previous evening. Statement of ownership; Total Paid Circulation, avg. of 12 months 173,179. "Sleepy Time Gal," pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick; Betty's sudden display of narcolepsy has Archie worried, but Veronica thinks it's a scam to get Archie's attention. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.25.

  • Issue #235
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 235

    Archie's Jokes Cover price $0.25.

  • Issue #237
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 237

    World of Archie Cover price $0.25.

  • Issue #238
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 238

    Betty and Veronica Spectacular. Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick. "For The Birdie," pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick; Mr. Lodge invites Betty and Veronica to golf with him and Veronica promises to tell Betty all she knows about golf. "Blast From The Past," script by George Gladir, pencils by Dan DeCarlo; After enduring one of her Aunt Cora's lectures on how the good old days were better, Veronica has a dream that she's living in the 1890s. "Things Could Be Worse," pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick; Betty tries to cheer up Ethel, who is dateless and down in the dumps. "Scheme Theme," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick; Veronica tricks Betty and Ethel into swimming in water contaminated by an oil slick to get them out of the way so she can cosy up to movie star Ty Hardin by herself. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.25.

  • Issue #239
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 239

    The World of Jughead. "The Way It Was"; Jughead dresses in an old fashioned swimsuit and attracts the attention of a very wealthy older woman. Hostess Twinkies ad with Archie. "Future Shock" half-page Li'l Jinx story. Jughead's Gag Bag half-page story by Bob Montana. "I Understand"; Jughead promotes kindness through understanding. "Helping Hound"; Hot Dog tries to help Betty get Archie to herself. Archie Club News. "Trap Flap"; Reggie tricks Jughead into giving roses to Ethel. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.25.

  • Issue #240
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 240

    Archie's Christmas Stocking. "Shopworn," script by George Gladir, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Rudy Lapick; Archie pretends to be rich while shopping at a jewelry store for Veronica's Christmas present. "Gift Rap!" one-page story, script and art by Joe Edwards; Li'l Jinx gets a bump on her head from looking for her hidden Christmas presents. "The Yule Fool," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Harry Lucey; Archie wants to cut down a real tree for Christmas, while Reggie and Veronica prefer the greater convenience of store-bought artificial trees. "Speechless"; Archie and Reggie fix up Mr. Weatherbee on a blind date because he is down in the dumps during Christmas. Archie Club News. "Price Control," script by George Gladir, art by Harry Lucey; Archie makes a hand-made pendant for Jughead for Christmas and it's such a hit that everybody wants one. Hostess Fruitpies ad with Archie. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.25.

  • Issue #241
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 241

    Betty and Veronica Christmas Spectacular. Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick. "Can You Top This," pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick; Veronica pontificates on the joy of the Christmas season. "Wrap Session," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick; Archie overhears Betty and Veronica proclaim they'd like their gifts from him to be wrapped by him. "Cast Blast," script by George Gladir, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick; After Veronica outmaneuvers her for Archie at the ski lodge, Betty allows Dilton to practice splinting legs on her. "The "A" and "B" of It," pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick; Archie and Jughead show up to help Betty and Veronica decorate the Lodge Christmas tree - if you can call that "help." Hostess snack cakes ad with Archie. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.25.

  • Issue #242
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 242

    Archie's Christmas Love-In. "The Missing Link"; Veronica talks about her Christmas traditions with the staff of the Lodge mansion; Betty and Archie try ESP to bring Veronica's father and mother home for Christmas. "Merry Message"; Veronica forgot to mail her Christmas cards so her father hires a plane to fly a banner telling everyone "Merry Christmas." Christmas Tree Puzzle. "A Christmas Story or What the Dickens???", script and pencils by Al Hartley, inks by Jon D'Agostino; After refusing to join the gang in singing Christmas carols, Veronica is visited by a ghostly spirit and shown what's in store for her if she doesn't change her ways; A spoof of "A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens. "Tree Spree," script by George Gladir, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick; Veronica competes with Betty in a tree decorating contest. Archie Club News. "The Rich in Spirit"; Veronica and Betty go Christmas shopping; Veronica hires a kid to carry all her packages and do all her winter chores. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.25.

  • Issue #243
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 243

    Sabrina's Christmas Magic. Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Jim DeCarlo. "Equal Rights," script by George Gladir, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Rudy Lapick; Harvey spots Sabrina magically manipulating Christmas tree ornaments and assumes the house has a poltergeist. "Using the Old Noodle," script and pencils by Dick Malmgren, inks by Jon D'Agostino; When Sabrina attempts to make a Christmas dinner by hand, Hilda interferes and attempts to conjure one up through witchcraft. "Hot Stuff," script and pencils by Dick Malmgren, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Hilda attempts to sabotage Harvey's Christmas cheer with a bowl of Christmas candy laced with hot peppers. "Truth Time," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Sabrina tries to convince a disillusioned child that there really is magic to Christmas. Hostess snack cakes ad with Archie. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.25.

  • Issue #244
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 244

    The World of Archie. "Dime on My Hands"; Archie gets rewarded for lending a dime to a guy who had just been robbed. Hostess Twinkies ad with Archie. "Car Care" one-page story; Li'l Jinx runs into the living room where her father is watching TV, and asks if he wanted her to wash his car. "Daddy's Boy"; Archie wants to help his father around the house. "Daddy's Boy"; Archie wants to help his father around the house. "Student Rebellion"; Set in prehistoric time the kids protest the school and decide to start their own schools. Archie Club News. "Uneasy Rider"; Archie test-drives an ATV. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.25.

  • Issue #245
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 245

    Last 25-cent cover price. The World of Jughead. "Ice Skate Incident"; Jughead has trouble ice skating. "Fan Out!" one-page Li'l Jinx story by Joe Edwards. "Helping Hand"; Jughead asks to spend the night with the Andrews while his house is being painted, but turns out to be a poor house guest. "How to Treat the Boy of Your Choice," art by Samm Schwartz; Professor Jughead gives a lecture to the girls in town about the proper way to treat a boy - with very questionable ideas. "Sight Flight," script by George Gladir, art by Samm Schwartz; When the boys enter a girl watching contest, Jug has them beat hands down until he sees Ethel. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.25.

  • Issue #246
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 246

    First 30-cent cover price. Betty and Veronica Spectacular. Cover pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Rudy Lapick. "Framed," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick; Veronica has taken to wearing fashion eyeglass frames without lenses for the look. Hostess snack cakes ad with Josie. "The Hating Game," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick; Miss Grundy tries to counsel Betty and Veronica on the dangers of extremism. "Campaign Caper," pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick; Betty starts an advertising campaign to convince Archie to date her. Statement of ownership; Total Paid Circulation, 12 month average: 156,002. "Dress Down Date," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick; Veronica warns Betty about Archie's date habits prior to Betty's outing with him. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.30.

  • Issue #247
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 247

    Archie's Jokes Cover price $0.30.

  • Issue #249
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 249

    World of Archie Cover price $0.30.

  • Issue #251
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 251

    The World of Jughead. "Mind Over Matter," art by Samm Schwartz; Jughead uses his head to take on muscle-bound guys on the beach who kicked sand at him. Hostess snack cakes ad with Josie. "Turnabout" half-page story, script and pencils by Joe Edwards; Li'l Jinx and Gigi have a conversation about Greg. Jughead's Gag Bag one-pager by Bob Montana. "Search Me," script by Dick Malmgren, art by Samm Schwartz; Mary accuses Archie of eating all the fruit and candy in the house. "Sick as a Dog," script by Frank Doyle, art by Samm Schwartz; Hot Dog is worn out from a night of carousing; However, Jughead mistakes his condition for being ill and races Hot Dog to the Vet. Archie Club News. "The Urge," script by Frank Doyle, art by Samm Schwartz; Jughead says that he's got too much sense to leave Pop Tate's shop on a hot day, but the threat that ice cream might melt outside gets him to jump into action. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.30.

  • Issue #452
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 452

    Archie's Christmas Stocking. Cover pencils by Stan Goldberg. "Family Affair," script by Mike Pellowski, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Rudy Lapick; Archie and Jughead see their fathers at a travel agency just before Christmas and jump to the wrong conclusion. "Planter's Punch"; Miss Grundy doesn't want to leave her favorite plant at school over the Christmas break, so Archie volunteers to get it to her home safely and keep it from dying in the cold air. "Up for Grabs," script by George Gladir, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Reggie plays a prank at the school's Secret Santa gift exchange. Archie Club News. "A Bird in the Hand," pencils by Stan Goldberg; Archie wants to get Veronica something unique for Christmas - a partridge in a pear tree. Hostess ad with Josie. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.30.

  • Issue #453
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 453

    Betty and Veronica Christmas Spectacular. Cover pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Jon D'Agostino. "Hang Loose," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo; Archie and Reggie get detention on the Friday before Christmas vacation for excess celebration. "Open And Shut Case" one-page Li'l Jinx story by Joe Edwards. "Christmas Miss," script by George Gladir, pencils by Dan DeCarlo; Betty finds a sweater she wants to give Archie for Christmas, but she doesn't have enough money with her. "Merry Merchant," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick; Betty and Veronica convince Pop to dress up as Santa as a way to attract business to the Chok'lit Shoppe for the holidays. "Give Till It Hurts," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Jim DeCarlo; Feigning a back injury, Reggie watches Betty and Veronica put up the Lodge Christmas tree. So Veronica gets him a "special" gift in return. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.30.

  • 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 #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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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 #471
    Archie Giant Series (1954 Archie) 471

    Archie's Jokes 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.

  • 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.

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  • 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.