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Betty & Veronica (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #16 cover
Cover: Dan DeCarlo & Jim DeCarlo

Betty & Veronica (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #16

Dec 1989 · Archie · 2.25 USD
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In "Culture Shock," Betty finds herself in an unexpected situation when she takes charge of a criminal hideout, pretending to be Veronica while the real one is missing. With a mix of determination and her signature charm, she begins cleaning up the messy lair, even sending Beamish on grocery runs so she can cook for the gang—turning a chaotic hideout into something almost livable. Written by Frank Doyle and brought to life with vibrant art by Stan Goldberg, this issue features a standout cover by Dan DeCarlo and Jim DeCarlo.

Contains 7 stories
Culture Shock
Time to Retire
5 pp · Humor, Fantasy
SabrinaHead Witch DellaAunt HildaCousin Ambrose

In "Time to Retire," Della announces her plans to step down as Head Witch and live with Sabrina’s family to experience ordinary life—only to find her new neighbors quickly realize she might not be cut out for the mundane. The story follows her well-intentioned but chaotic attempt to blend in, with Jo and the others trying to help her find her place.

Satisfaction Guaranteed
6 pp · Humor, Fantasy
SabrinaJanie (Sabrina's friend)Clarence Parson (the kid Sabrina babysits)Clarence's mom

When Sabrina takes a last-minute babysitting gig for a friend, her magic accidentally makes the child so enchanted by her presence that he insists she stay forever—leaving her friend’s job in jeopardy and Sabrina caught in a spell she didn’t mean to cast.

Betty Cooper, Betty Cooper! Part 1
6 pp · Drama, Humor, Satire-Parody
Betty CooperAlice CooperHal CooperCount Drago (a family uncle to the Coopers, also a vampire)Archie AndrewsMary AndrewsFred AndrewsJughead JonesForsythe P. Jones II

In "Betty Cooper, Betty Cooper! Part 1," Betty’s sudden red skin blotches set off a chain of odd events, from her uncle Drago’s mysterious late-night wails to Archie’s growing unease about a family secret. Meanwhile, Jughead’s visit to his father in the hospital adds a quiet weight to the day’s strange happenings—each character caught in their own private mystery, all unfolding under the usual rhythms of Riverdale life.

Betty Cooper, Betty Cooper! Part 2
6 pp · Drama, Humor, Satire-Parody
Betty CooperHal CooperAlice CooperArchie AndrewsCount DragoMrs. BlotworstVeronica LodgeHiram LodgeSmithers (cameo)MacBeamish

In "Betty Cooper, Betty Cooper! Part 2," Betty and Archie race to Veronica's house after both girls develop mysterious red blotches, leading them to a wild theory: they might be long-lost sisters. Meanwhile, two shady figures quietly scout the Lodge mansion, adding a layer of suspense to the day's bizarre events.

Betty Cooper, Betty Cooper! Part 3
5 pp · Drama, Humor, Satire-Parody
Betty CooperArchie AndrewsMacBeamishSmithersHiram LodgeVeronica Lodge

In this mischievous twist on a classic trope, Betty Cooper finds herself unexpectedly whisked away by Mac and Beamish—only to be mistaken for Veronica. As the prank spirals, Betty is forced to call Mr. Lodge, only to have her attempt at a dramatic rescue end in awkward confusion when she calls him "Daddy."

Betty Cooper, Betty Cooper! Part 4
5 pp · Drama, Humor, Satire-Parody
Betty CooperMacBeamishHiram LodgeVeronica LodgeArchie AndrewsJughead Jones

In "Betty Cooper, Betty Cooper! Part 4," Betty finds herself in an unexpected role when she's forced to impersonate Veronica while held captive by a group of bumbling criminals. Though disgusted by their messy, rundown hideout, she takes charge—cleaning the place, sending Beamish on grocery runs, and even cooking them a proper meal. As the tension mounts, Betty’s efforts to keep the household running smoothly only deepen the mystery of her true identity.

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Full credits

letterer Bill Yoshida
cover pencils Dan DeCarlo
cover inks Jim DeCarlo

Reprints

↩ Reprints Betty and Me #79 (1976), Sabrina, the Teenage Witch #61 (1980)

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