Archie's Pals 'n' Gals #31
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeIn "Smile Awhile," Veronica’s new gown arrives at Archie’s house under a quiet misunderstanding—she’s careful not to upset her father over the expense, but when Archie’s mother sees it, she’s convinced the gift was meant for her. Dan DeCarlo’s expressive art brings the mix-up to life with warmth and humor, capturing the charm of a small-town moment that’s equal parts awkward and endearing. The cover by Bob White perfectly frames the scene’s gentle comedy.
Archie and Reggie are locked in a heated race for class president, leaving Betty and Veronica torn over who to support—so they decide to throw a wildcard into the mix by nominating Jughead, who’s more interested in eating than politics. With the campaign spinning out of control and the school buzzing, it’s anyone’s guess how this unlikely trio will shake things up.
In "Gown Clown!", Veronica’s new dress arrives at Archie’s house under a cloud of secrecy—she’s hiding it from her father, but when Archie’s mom sees it, she’s convinced the gown was meant for her. The mix-up sets off a series of hilarious misunderstandings as both women insist the dress is theirs.
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Reprinted in Betty and Veronica Annual Comics Digest Magazine #4 (1982), Archie Comics Digest #57 (1982), The Jughead Jones Comics Digest #24 (1983), Betty & Veronica (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #1 (1987), Archie's Double Digest Magazine #45 (1990), Betty and Veronica Comics Digest Magazine #46 (1991), Betty & Veronica (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #35 (1992), Betty & Veronica (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #42 (1994), Jughead's Double Digest #41 (1997), Archie's Pals 'n' Gals Double Digest Magazine #39 (1999), Archie's Pals 'n' Gals Double Digest Magazine #77 (2003), Betty & Veronica (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #162 (2008), Archie: The Best of Dan DeCarlo #3 (2011), Archie Comics Spectacular: Summer Daze #[nn] (2014), World of Archie (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #40 (2014), World of Archie (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #59 (2016), World of Betty and Veronica Jumbo Comics Digest #3 (2021), Archie's Pals 'n' Gals #[nn] (2021)
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