Richie Rich Billions #47

In "Light Reading," Mr. Rich is on the verge of solving the mystery in his novel—until the light bulb burns out, plunging him into darkness. With the book misplaced in the library by Chef Pierre, Mr. Rich scrambles to find it, only to lose all interest once the bulb is replaced.

In "It Seems Suspicious," Professor Keenbean’s latest invention—a trio of 3-D police officers that bark orders and flash lights—comes to life on the Rich estate, scaring off would-be robbers with theatrical flair. When Richie Rich sets a clever trap by posting signs inviting thieves to sneak in, the over-the-top security spectacle plays right into his hands, turning the estate into a stage for unexpected comedy.

When Little Dot’s eccentric Uncle Eureko arrives from prehistoric times—claiming to have invented everything from sandals to saws—she’s equal parts amazed and baffled. He’s convinced his creations are brand-new, unaware they’ve already been invented, and when he departs via a time machine disguised as a phone booth, Dot’s left wondering if he’ll ever realize the truth.

In this playful 1982 tale from *Richie Rich Billions #47*, Richie amuses Freckles and Pee Wee with a seemingly enormous goldfish—only to reveal the surprising truth behind the illusion, all through the magic of a giant magnifying glass.