Jughead with Archie Digest #17
In "The Helping Hand," Jughead's brief attempt at a diet lands him an unexpected role at the school carnival—managing the refreshment stand, much to Mr. Weatherbee’s surprise. Written and illustrated by Samm Schwartz, this classic 1976 digests tale captures the usual chaos of Riverdale with a twist, as Jughead’s resolve is tested by the siren call of snacks. The cover by Samm Schwartz perfectly captures the lighthearted, wholesome spirit of the issue.
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Archie and Betty drop by Reggie's house to get him to take them out for a hamburger. The trio pass Jughead and invite him along, but he declines, saying he's going on a diet. Jughead keeps up his diet long enough that Mr. Weatherbee decides to put him in charge of the refreshment stand at the school carnival. The diet doesn't last long after that.
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