Archie's Pals 'n' Gals Double Digest Magazine #88
In "The Kiss Off!", Little Archie, Betty, and Veronica head to the Hockomock Swamps for a picnic—only to uncover the surprising reason Granny Sage stays hidden: a massive, hungry turtle lurks beneath the surface. Written and illustrated by Bob Bolling, with inks and letters by the same, this classic adventure blends small-town charm with a splash of swampy suspense. The cover, by Stan Goldberg, captures the moment of discovery with a touch of whimsy and dread.
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Little Archie, Betty and Veronica go for a picnic in the Hockomock Swamps, near the home of the local hermit, Granny Sage. They discover why Granny never comes out of her house: there's a giant, man-eating turtle living in the swamp.
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