Laugh Comics Digest / Laugh Comics Digest Magazine / Laugh Digest Magazine #49

When Mr. Lodge lets the Archies use one of his warehouses for a rehearsal, the band’s excitement turns to surprise when they stumble upon a group of criminals already inside—intent on robbing the bank next door. With the music cut short and the stakes high, the Archies find themselves in the middle of a real-life mystery they never saw coming.

In "See Saw," Bingo and his friends head to the Smythe house to share their music with Samantha, hoping to win her approval—only for Teddy to pull a sneaky stunt meant to sabotage their moment. With tension rising and the mood at risk, it’s up to Rebel to step in and keep things from unraveling.

In "Teacher's Pests," Miss Grundy puts the class on the spot with a series of quirky questions, from Ben Franklin’s inventions to the Washington Monument’s location, while Moose tries to hide his gum and Jughead’s antics leave everyone wondering if the tables have turned—because who’s really in charge here?

In a twist of mischievous timing, Alex schemes to clear the way for a date with Josie by paying to have Albert sidelined—only for Albert to turn the tables by enlisting Alexandra to sabotage Alex’s car. When Alexandra realizes her sabotage accidentally helped Albert win Josie’s attention, she takes matters into her own hands, whisking Josie into the desert to track down Alex and make sure the date happens after all.

In "The Smack Affair," Betty Cooper, a W.P.A. agent, is kidnapped by the villainous C.R.U.S.H.—only to be released with a twist: she’s armed with knock-out lipstick that forces her to kiss anyone she meets. Now caught between duty and a very sticky situation, Betty must navigate her mission while dodging unintended smooches.