Archie's Joke Book Magazine #49

A smile is practically guaranteed with this September 1960 installment of Archie's Joke Book Magazine. On the cover, penciled by Samm Schwartz, Archie proudly shows off a painted portrait of Veronica on an easel — the likeness is... let's say interpretive — while Veronica herself walks in, and a cheerful Betty hums along nearby, blissfully unaware of the comedic storm brewing. It's a warm, gag-packed snapshot of Riverdale's favorite trio that captures exactly why this series was a staple of the Archie lineup at a dime a copy.