Cover: Dan DeCarlo & Rudy Lapick

Jughead #234

Nov 1974 · Archie · 0.25 USD

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In "The Secret Place," Jughead entrusts Archie with the location of a perfect fishing spot—on the condition it stays between them. But Archie’s promise is tested when Veronica inevitably finds out, and as usual, her silence is about as reliable as a leaky bucket. Written by Frank Doyle and brought to life with crisp, nostalgic energy by Samm Schwartz on art and inks, with Barry Grossman’s colors and lettering rounding out the classic look, this 1974 issue captures the timeless charm of Riverdale’s most legendary loiterer. The cover by Dan DeCarlo and Rudy Lapick perfectly captures the mischievous spirit of the tale.

Contains 4 stories

The Secret Place

6 pp · Teen

Jughead JonesArchie AndrewsVeronica LodgeReggie MantleBetty Cooper

In "The Secret Place," Jughead entrusts Archie with the location of his ideal fishing spot, insisting it stay between them. But Archie’s promise is tested when Veronica inevitably finds out—and her inability to keep quiet threatens to expose the hidden spot to everyone.

You Gotta Believe

6 pp · Teen

Jughead JonesArchie AndrewsDilton DoileyMoose Mason

When Dilton tries to help Jughead overcome his fear of karate using a mix of psychology and breakaway furniture, things take a surprisingly wild turn—what was meant to be a confidence-building experiment ends up unleashing something far bigger than anyone expected.

Man's Pest Friend

5 pp · Teen

Jughead JonesArchie AndrewsHot Dog

Just for Sprite

5 pp · Humor, Teen

HettyHiram

Jughead’s quest to reach the Renaissance Fair in full costume takes an unexpected turn when he pauses in an apple orchard to taste a few apples—only to be mistaken by the local farmers as a real field sprite. The misunderstanding sets off a lighthearted chain of events as the superstitious townsfolk react to their unexpected woodland visitor.