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Archie 80 Years of Christmas #[nn]
In "That Elf is Shelved!", Archie's beloved holiday tradition takes a whimsical turn as Sue Stringly's quiet Christmas wish—lighting up the old water tower—becomes a heartfelt mission. When a stray duck crashes into the tower during a visit with Veronica, the girls take matters into their own hands, braving the dark to guide the birds safely home with nothing but a flashlight and a big idea. Written, drawn, and lettered by Bob Bolling, with colors by Barry Grossman, this festive tale captures the charm and kindness at the heart of Riverdale, all under a cover by Bob White.
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When the children are asked to write about the one thing they want for Christmas, Sue Stringly writes that all she wants is a light on the old water tower. She explains to Veronica that ducks keep flying into the water tower and getting hurt, and that she's been tending to the injuries of the fallen ducks. When another duck goes down while Ronnie is visiting, Sue gets angry, and the two girls climb to the top of the tower with a flashlight, which Sue uses to warn the ducks.
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