Archie's Pals 'n' Gals Double Digest Magazine #21

Archie’s accidental knock-out of a bully after a slip on a wet floor accidentally makes him a local legend—everyone thinks he’s a natural boxer. When the bully’s older brother hears about it, he’s not amused and issues a challenge, setting up an unexpected showdown.

In "Chaperone Chef," Veronica spins a tale to Betty’s mom about the dangers of unsupervised study time, insisting Archie and Betty need a chaperone—so Jughead is summoned. With a kitchen full of tempting treats and a plan to keep Jughead occupied, Betty tries to lure him away, hoping to finally have some alone time with Archie.

In "Thimble Minded," Veronica shows off a priceless royal thimble worth $30,000, sparking a surprising reaction from Betty, who dashes home to check her mother’s sewing kit—only to discover six seemingly identical thimbles that might just be the real deal. The mystery unfolds as the girls race to figure out which one is the genuine artifact, turning a quiet afternoon into a high-stakes game of wits.

In "Apple Turnover," Jo and the gang find themselves tempted by Mr. Lodge’s offer to pay them for picking apples in his orchard—only for Reggie to rally the group with a plan to sneak in at night, turning a simple chore into a classic tale of teenage mischief. With a mix of clever schemes and playful rebellion, the story captures the spirit of mischievous fun that defines these beloved teens.

In "Pigskin Chagrin," Sabrina and Aunt Hilda attempt to boost the Riverdale High football team’s chances with a little magic—only to find that their lack of football knowledge leads to more chaos than touchdowns. With spells gone awry and the field turned upside down, the sisters’ well-intentioned help quickly spirals into a very messy game of catch.

In "Inspector Jones," Jughead is sent by Mr. Weatherbee to check on the school’s structural integrity, but when the students catch on, they start treating him like a secret agent—fearing he’s spying on them, not just inspecting the building. The whole school buzzes with suspicion, turning a simple task into a full-blown mystery.

In "It's a Cool Fool," Archie vows to keep his cool around Veronica, determined to impress her with restraint—though Jughead, ever the realist, quietly bets he’ll end up doing exactly what he always does: make a fool of himself.