SYNOPSES: JULY - DECEMBER 1979

JULY 3, 1979 (EP. #3805)
Ted didn't believe Iris's claim of an affair between Brian and Elena. Angie was ungracious when Willis presented her with a diamond bracelet. Vince told Mimi the secret Angie told him. Brian was dubious when Jamie told him Blaine seemed contrite. Douglas told Dennis and Elena that Sally destroyed "Home Again." Karen visited Ted at the newsroom, where he advised her to protect Michael by letting him think she and Ted were an item. Blaine insisted to Jamie she didn't want a settlement from him. Iris informed Dennis that Elena had been in a state of undress in Ted's apartment. Angie initially told Vince he'd imagined her revelations, then he told her she wasn't strong enough to protect Willis like Gwen was. Ted had a tough time telling Michael that Karen no longer wanted to see him. Blaine promised Larry she'd find a job to help hm pay his hospital bills. Jamie was excited to introduce Brooks to Cecile, but was disappointed when she was accompanied to the mansion by Dennis. Brian overheard Iris viciously attack Elena and admit she threw Dennis and Cecile together.

JULY 4, 1979 (EP. #3806)
Brian threw Iris out of Elena's house. Liz was in shock when Mac announced Janice would be working with Pat on the new magazine. Joey agreed when Sally felt seeing him as a friend would help curb her impulse to steal. Rachel was indignant when Kirk's wife, June Laverty, thought that Rachel was the latest occupant of Kirk's love nest. After Frank said he broke his contract with his publisher over creative differences, he made a deal to write a novel for Mac. Pat told Mac she looked forward to working with Frank, and that she was very excited by Janice's original and provocative ideas. In their limo, Kirk was angry to learn June had seen Rachel. Brian was grateful he had gotten to see Iris in action, but Elena fretted she was stopping Dennis from having a more fulfilling relationship. Eileen was intrigued by Charley's Serenity House brochure. Charley told Ada that a job might help keep Fred away from her. Sally detailed her rap sheet when Morgan was confused at Joey's presence in her house. Brian slapped Iris when she referred to Elena as a rapacious creature, then he announced their marriage was a lost cause. Fred was too proud to accept Charley's job offer. Eileen met Phil. To rescue Ada, Charley lied to Fred that she was already having dinner with him. Rachel told Kirk to save his smooth-talking for someone else.

June: (Intro Line, to Rachel) "I'm June Laverty. Kirk's wife."

JULY 5, 1979 (EP. #3807)
Gwen was intrigued when Willis wondered what he'd do for an assistant after Janice announced she was taking a leave of absence to work at Cory. Vince and Mimi decided to move to a rehabilitation hospital in Los Angeles that specialized in aphasia. Michael vowed to Karen he'd find out what she was really up to with Ted. Paul informed Rita he'd be willing to be excommunicated and damned in order to get a divorce from her. Clarice offered to get Blaine a job waitressing at the campus coffee shop. Ted phoned to say he was flying in to see Ben. Willis wanted to help Vince pay his hospital bills, but Vince was more interested in making him realize Gwen was the strong woman who could stand up to him. Rose thwarted Rita's attempts to make her feel sinful. Pat said she'd be happy to introduce Frank to people. Blaine lied to the process server that she was Mrs. Ewing, not Mrs. Frame. Rose told Paul she realizes she's been wrong to judge others. Jumbo listened from the hallway as Ted offered to pay Ben for info on loan sharks for a story, then he burst in and began beating Ted up. Charley told Vince he wouldn't dream of dissolving their partnership. Vince advised Gwen to "stick to guns" and leveled her by revealing Angie was pregnant.

Mimi: "Have you thought that through, Vince?"
Vince: "Isn't idea good?"
Mimi: (Exit Line) "It means leaving Bay City. Do you want that?"
Vince: "I want whatever gets fastest well.[VINCE LOOKS AT MIMI WITH HOPE, AS SHE STROKES HIS CHEEK WITH THE BACK OF HER HAND, LOVINGLY. COMMERCIAL]"

Gwen: "Who else knows, Vince?"
Vince: "No one, I think."
Gwen: "Not even Willis?"
Vince: (Exit Line) "No. Especially not Willis. [GWEN TURNS AWAY, EXTREMELY SHAKEN, AS VINCE WATCHES HER, SYMPATHETICALLY. COMMERCIAL]"

Crawl: "Orderly making bed."

Notes: Written next to the Rita/Rose scene (typically heavy-handed about religion), a call for the scene to be redone as, "The ladies broke up during the fade-out."

JULY 6, 1979 (EP. #3808)
Ada welcomed Rachel home. Sylvie was dismayed that Iris intended to fill Brian's shoes with Kirk. In the pool, Dennis retaliated against Cecile's splashes without even noticing that Elena had withdrawn into the house. Sally was annoyed that Alice took time off work to be with her, but agreed to Jim's idea to see a counselor. Mac promoted Jamie into Pat's assistant so he could learn to be an editor. Rachel visited Mac at the office and said she'd prefer if Mac visited Amanda at the house that night. Sally changed her mind about not wanting anything to do with Phil when he told her Eileen could very well be his next conquest. Iris could barely contain her glee when Liz told her Mac had give Janice her own office. Dennis interrupted Jamie and Cecile's lunch, and was discomfited when Jamie confided he was becoming very attracted to Cecile. Janice was wary when Iris offered her blessings. Morgan brushed the tears from her face when Sally talked of the traveling her family did because of her father's job. Elena was stoic as Cecile and Dennis went to have a picnic in the guesthouse. Dennis kissed Cecile passionately when he admitted being confused about his feelings for her. Mac and Rachel discussed birthday plans for Amanda during his visit.

Notes: On the spec. sheet: "12:00-12:30 Bring Nicole's [Amanda] food for lunch -- we'll feed here in the scene -- choc. pudding? Is that ok?" As seen in Best of Mac/Rachel 1979-1983, Amanda was indeed fed chocolate pudding.

JULY 9, 1979 (EP. #3809)
Janice waiting outside in the limo put a damper on Mac and Rachel's evening, but finally she told Brooks she was leaving. Dennis was startled when Cecile revealed Iris told her of his feelings for her, but he had to admit they were genuine. The evening quickly turned ugly for Mac and Rachel. Iris jumped on Vivien's idea to see if Kirk was home. Morgan's sense that something wasn't kosher was confirmed when Eileen found Rita's suitcase missing. Willis encouraged Janice with Mac. Ada was skeptical when Charley told her Blaine had changed. Cecile's appearance prevented Dennis from telling Elena his solution to their dilemma. Morgan and Eileen shared their worries about Rita with Paul. Rachel promised Ada she wouldn't let Janice get to her anymore. Vivien positioned herself behind Iris and made drinking gestures to try to indicate to Dennis that Iris had had one too many, then he gave her an ultimatum to stay out of his life. Rita begged Carmela, the mother superior, to be allowed to stay at the convent. Janice informed Mac it would be better if she moved out.

JULY 10, 1979 (EP. #3810)
Gwen accused Angie of getting pregnant to keep Willis from returning to her. Joey told Eileen not to feel guilty about Rita's disappearance. Sally said she'd steal some pills from Alice when Phil suggested getting Eileen to think Sally and Joey were an item. Pat looked around at the office sadly as Brian read John's provisions for Marianne's trust fund. Scott and Karen briefed Frank on the legal standing of his obligations, then they were surprised to see a bandaged Ted. Willis told Angie his plans to build the extravagant Frame House on the old road to Ogden. Scott was bothered when Alice canceled their date to be with Sally. Gwen was put out when Willis spoke of having a large family like his parents. Paul told Rose about Rita. Michael left Pat and Brian at their table and left Tallboys when Ted and Karen came in. Pat came over to be friendly with Karen as Ted was lying about the cause of his injuries. Angie told Rose she was pregnant and admitted she still has reservations about Willis's lust for power. Phil escorted Eileen home and argued in favor of Rita's feelings. Willis said he accepted it when Angie admitted getting pregnant to keep him from going back to Gwen.

Notes: The Joey/Eileen scene had to be redone because, "Actor looked at prompter."

JULY 11, 1979 (EP. #3811)
Janice was pissed when Liz let Rachel and not her see Mac. Mac was sad to hear Brian had reached the end of his rope with Iris. Larry fought back tears when Blaine pressed her salary into his hands. Elena was in agony when Cecile described her burgeoning relationship with Dennis then said she'd have to find a way to put Jamie down gently. Rachel was worried when her eyesight went blurry as she spoke to Mac. At Blaine's urging, Larry confessed to Clarice his fears. Liz told Rachel about the magazine after Iris let it drop about Janice's office. Dennis bugged Elena about her strange mood, but backed off when she mentioned his feelings for Cecile. Iris was surprised to learn a returned Jeff Stone was Kirk's executive assistant, and was glad he was no longer involved with Vera Findley, then she brought him over to her suite for a drink. Blaine's presence at the coffee shop prevented Cecile from adequately discouraging Jamie. Iris was pleased when Kirk insisted he was more interested in her than in Rachel. Jamie accused Dennis of playing fast and loose with two people he purported to care about. Rachel fainted in Louise's arms after deriding Mac's decision to hire Janice.

'JEFF IS UNLOCKING KIRK'S DOOR WHEN IRIS APPROACHES FROM THE ELEVATORS. SHE PAUSES TO LOOK MORE CLOSELY AT JEFF.'
Iris: "Pardon me, but aren't you Jeff Stone? [JEFF TURNS TO HER, WITH A LOOK OF RECOGNITION]"
Jeff: (Intro Line) "Iris... [IRIS COMES FORWARD]"
Iris: "I haven't seen you in years. How are you, Jeff?"
Jeff: "I'm fine. You look terrific."

Jamie: "Cecile, this is Blaine Ewing. Blaine, I'd like you to meet--"
Blaine: "The name is Blaine Frame, Jamie. We're still married, in case you've forgotten. [TO CECILE] I'm very happy to meet you."
Cecile: "[QUIETLY] Hello."

JULY 12, 1979 (EP. #3812)
Rachel pooh-poohed Louise's concern. Dennis promised Cecile he wouldn't hurt her the way Philippe did. Ben agreed to give Ted the story after Ted waved cash under his nose and said they were safe in Bay City. Carmela reminded Rita she married Paul while she was considering joining the order, then instructed her to try to reunite with Paul before rejoining the order. Elena showed Rachel her smashed sculpture, then Rachel met Frank when he came in to show Elena some Asian artwork. Brian and Michael resolved not to let Ted's behavior cause a strain between them. Rita came home as Phil was questioning Eileen about her role in driving Rita away. Rachel told Ada about Janice's phony project. Paul felt badly when Rita informed him she'd sought comfort at the Sisters of Mercy convent. Brian and Karen realized Ted gave them different stories about his injury. Frank had a drink at Pat's and told her about his plans for the semi-autobiographical novel, then Liz came by and assumed a romance was brewing. Red Bananas, AKA Sidney Turkel, sent Jumbo to Bay City when he learned of the reporter's plans. Dennis was sweet and Elena self-sacrificing when she told him she was happy he was interested in Cecile now.

Elena: "No matter what happens, I'll always continue to care for you... and I hope you'll continue to care for me. If we can't be lovers, we can still be the best of friends. [DENNIS KISSES HER HAND TENDERLY, AS ELENA LOOKS AWAY, FIGHTING TEARS. COMMERCIAL]"

JULY 13, 1979 (EP. #3813)
Larry released a whoop of joy after showing Clarice he could manage to move his foot a little. Sally came to visit Alice at work and stole a bottle of Tuinal sedatives Linda had left out. Janice informed Mac that she couldn't be a part of his life if there was the possibility of a reconciliation with Rachel. Sally waited until Morgan left, then asked Joey to accompany her to the police station. Jeff shared with Kirk and June the info he dug up on Cory Publishers. June accused Kirk of buying strong companies to offset his weaker ones. Gwen was embarrassed when Sylvie introduced June as Kirk's wife. Sylvie expected the worst when Iris dropped by the house and met June. Larry was frustrated when he couldn't move his foot for the doctor, but he finally managed to do it. Janice advised Willis to be happy about the baby. Sally wadded up the note Eileen left Joey saying she'd come back to see him later tonight. Willis was disturbed to learn Gwen already knew about the baby. Fred advised Larry to learn how to handle a wheelchair when Larry couldn't wiggle his foot, which made Larry so angry her later tried to stand but fell. Vivien tip-toed out when she came across Kirk and Iris kissing. Joey drank his drugged drink as he had lunch with Sally in her car.

JULY 16, 1979 (EP. #3814)
Eileen and Rose were both puzzled at Joey's whereabouts. Sally led a groggy Joey to the back of his van. Clarice panicked to find Larry unconscious on the floor. Dennis admitted to Cecile he had been seeing another girl but that he'd broken off with her. Charley and Ada pressed Rachel to hire Fred when she admitted Hansen won't likely return after what Sven put him through, then they received a call about Larry. Rita boated to Eileen that Rose said she wouldn't marry Paul. Joey didn't have the strength to resist when Sally laid him down on the mattress. Mac and Janice tried to comfort Clarice; then Blaine angrily told them Fred was to blame for Larry's accident. Cecile tried to get Elena to tell her who Dennis's other girl was. Willis tried to find out from Rose how long Angie had known she's pregnant, but she opined Angie's constant lying proves Willis brings out the worst in her. Elena tried to change his mind when Dennis thought it would be better for her if he moved out and stopped working at the gallery. Eileen killed more time with Rose. Rachel viciously laid into Janice while the others went in to see Larry. Sally unbuttoned her blouse, put her hair in disarray, tugged Joey's shirttails out of his pants, and pretended to make love to Joey when Eileen opened the rear door, then smiled to herself as Eileen ran off in distress.

JULY 17, 1979 (EP. #3815)
Eileen sobbed in Rita's arms that she never wanted to see Joey again. Rose worried about Joey's waning grogginess. Iris tried to goad Sylvie into using her house-warming to throw a party, then overheard Dennis tell her he'd taken up with Cecile. Ted pressed Ben for the names of people Jumbo has killed, which Ted tape-recorded. "Mr. Stewart" (Jumbo) got Ted's place of employ from Brian. Cecile agreed to do what she could to help Iris reconcile with Dennis. Karen let it slip to Michael that Ted's condition was related. Rita refused to let Morgan see Eileen. Ted asked Ben to infiltrate the local games when his editor, Jennings Duncan, told him to find a local angle, then they both ran off when Jumbo called from the front desk. Sally informed Joey he had food poisoning last night. Ted interrupted Iris asking Brian about Elena to request he put the interview tapes in the safe. Cecile agreed to help Dennis find an apartment, then they made love. Eileen told Rita what she saw.

Ted: "I lied. Everybody does, the only difference is I admit it."

Cecile: "Vivien's great. How did you find her?"
Iris: "I don't know, it must have been an adverse relation of the planets."

JULY 18, 1979 (EP. #3816)
Rachel told Louise she'd hire Fred to do the heavy work in the garden. Willis exploded at Angie for her deceptions. Sally told Phil about her Mickey Finn. Pat and Liz raved about Frank's work to Mac. Rose offered to let a sad Angie move back in. Gwen was abashed when Willis accused her of taking advantage of the situation. Phil sweet-talked Rita by bad-mouthing Joey. Jim was unhappy that Sally left when Liz came over to gossip. Rachel admitted to Dr. Hammond that she let her hypertension prescription lapse when Dave moved away. Frank was a little bowled over when Mac brought Scott in to draw up contact. Morgan wondered why Sally asked so many questions about Joey and Eileen. Willis and Angie made up when he agreed they should be married when they baby is born. Rachel and Frank got reacquainted on the beach.

Notes: Written next to some dialogue of Mac's: "Doug redid this."

JULY 19, 1979 (EP. #3817)
Larry grimaced and told Clarice to get the nurse. June wondered where Kirk would get the money to buy Mac out. Ted tried to soothe Karen's fears. Paul was annoyed by Rita's triumphant attitude. Michael chatted with Nellie, the new secretary, then listened to the tapes in Brian's safe. Clarice chided Jamie to give Blaine a chance. Kirk was pleased when Iris wanted to throw him a party and invite Mac. Ted informed an inquisitive Gwen that June comes from old money. Paul discouraged an impatient Joey from storming over to Rita's. June wondered if Jeff had any old contacts in Mac's company. Kirk insisted he was just using Iris to get to Mac when June worried he couple replace her with Iris since they're so similar. Larry showed Jamie the money Blaine had given him and asked him to take it easy on her. Morgan was shocked when Eileen told him what she'd seen in the van. Ted learned Ben had vacated his hotel room. Karen was floored that Michael knew everything.

Notes: Kirk intended to offer 35 a share for Cory stock, then going for 20 and a quarter.

JULY 20, 1979 (EP. #3818)
Cecile and Dennis panicked when Iris almost caught them in bed. Mac disapproved of the magazine having a sports and entertainment section. Rachel informed Mac she won't let him disinherit the children in favor of Janice. Joey was furious that Morgan thought he might be covering something up with Sally. Dennis managed to get rid of Iris. Michael promised to help Karen when she admitted still loving him. Karen was terrified when Jumbo demanded to know where Ben was. Cecile was stunned when Blaine gossiped about Dennis's affair with the fake old countess. Mac worried about Iris's infatuation with Kirk, and noticed when she slipped and called him "Daddy." Sally convinced Morgan and Joey that Eileen got the wrong impression. Rachel snapped at Louise, then Frank brought her some more driftwood. Janice and Mac had drinks with Iris and Kirk. After requesting the boys leave them alone, Sally deliberately lied unconvincingly to Eileen. Elena was devastated when Cecile railed at her and turned against her for deceiving her. Ted began to break down when he told an angry Karen how much he loved her. Ted dashed off to rescue Ben but Jumbo chloroformed him. Rachel impulsively asked Frank (from Ohio) to dinner.

JULY 23, 1979 (EP. #3819)
Ted was darkly humorous when Jumbo took him on a fateful ride. Dennis wasn't convinced when Elena insisted they had just taken the easy way out by not telling Cecile. Mac used Janice as a shield when Kirk wanted to talk business. Elena was miserable that she might lose Cecile. Sally was indignant when Morgan and Joey hinted her story was dubious. Karen filled Ben in when he phoned. In a small clearing, Jumbo (killer of 50) was about to pull the trigger when Ted mentioned the incriminating tapes are in the hands of Mike Randolph, then Jumbo struck him with the gun. Mac shared his suspicions of Kirk with Janice. Eileen cried to Rita that Joey lied to her. Cecile forgave Elena but wouldn't think of accepting Dennis back. Paul promised Joey he'd find out what was going on. Kirk sullenly told June he couldn't get anywhere with Mac, and ordered Jeff to renew his ties with Scott. Cecile bitterly accused Dennis of crudely tossing Elena aside for her. Karen convinced Michael not to involve the police. Ted hurled a chair at Jumbo and ran off as Jumbo picked up Brian's safe.

Notes: The law office set was reinforced for the last scene.

JULY 24, 1979 (EP. #3820)
Iris was appalled when Cecile informed her it was over with Dennis. Michael was worried when Brian told him someone stole his safe. Jamie didn't believe Rachel's paranoid ranting about Janice. Scoot didn't hold anything against Jeff for the Ray/Olive divorce, and Jeff said he regrets trying to alter Cory's trust fund. Jeff ran into Rachel, who said she'd need his services. Dennis was surprised to find Sylvie and Jim working in her old suite. Larry kicked when Linda tried to goad him into trying out a wheelchair. Clarice was thrilled when Larry could twitch his whole leg. Michael told Pat that high-powered hoodlums have arrived in Bay City. Iris was surprised Dennis was moving into the suite and furious to learn Blaine is the cause of his split. Rachel asked Jeff to handle her divorce, and Kirk gave his okay in hopes Rachel would reveal some useful inside information about Mac's company. Cecile accepted Jamie's explanation of why he couldn't tell her about Elena and Dennis. Pat convinced Karen to fill Brian in. Iris cornered Blaine at the coffee shop and threatened she better leave town. When Iris made noises about informing the manager of Blaine's criminal past, Blaine relented and went to get the manager. She returned with Clarice, who remarked Iris was up to her old tricks as Iris has once gotten her fired by complaining to her manager. Michael and Karen filled Brian in.

Notes: Rachel's sculpture, "Mustang Three."

JULY 25, 1979 (EP. #3821)
Jeff was curious to find Rachel with Frank. Rita was smug when Eileen didn't believe Paul's clams of Joey's honesty. Ted told a doctor he'd had headaches after getting hit on the head with a gun butt. Angie overheard Kirk persuade Willis to build his showcase house even if he couldn't afford it. Ted chartered a yacht from Captain Sweet. Louise fretted to Brooks that Frank was interested in Rachel. Alice left the room so Sally could tell Jim about her mix-up with Joey and Eileen. Willis backed off the divorce talk when Gwen threatened to stop working for Kirk. Paul arrived as Morgan tried to tell Joey there was something suspicious about Sally's story. Rachel was insulted when Frank implied she was one of the idle rich, then he ended the argument by kissing her roughly, shocking them both. Eileen was distressed by Rita and Joey's violent encounter, then Rita phoned the police she'd been assaulted. Jeff interrupted Pat comforting Brian to discuss the divorce. His head in great pain, Ted paid Sweet for his discretion. Frank was undeterred by Rachel's frosty air. Morgan was stunned and Sally dismayed when police came to arrest Joey.

JULY 26, 1979 (EP. #3822)
Charley was confused when Fred called cookies "grocery cakes." Vivien told Rudy her father needed to be put in a home. Iris was annoyed at Vivien's reaction upon meeting Kirk's wife. Scott was bothered that Jeff was Rachel's lawyer. Ada was too late in asking Charley not to tell Fred about the job at Rachel's. Rita glared at them as Morgan and Paul got Joey released from the station. While visiting Jim, Phil was impressed that Sally approved of Joey's arrest because it furthered her ends. There was a subtle subtext behind the pleasantries Iris and June exchanged. Eileen told Rita she was moving back to her apartment after Sally accused her of engineering Joey's arrest. Ada, Fred, Charley, and Cory all stepped out shouting "surprise" when Linda and Clarice wheeled Larry through his front door. Pat comforted Brian and urged him to confide in Scott, who suggested talking to Albini. Kirk fumed when June made jabs about Iris and Vivien being the Beverly Hillbillies in Bay City. Fred jockeyed to keep up as Ada and Charley left, then Clarice and Larry enjoyed a tender moment alone. Sally practically pushed Phil into Eileen's apartment.

JULY 27, 1979 (EP. #3823)
Mac had a little contretemps with Liz for allowing Jeff in his office but barring Janice. Brian told Michael that Pat can stay with Karen so he can meet with Albini. Rachel introduced Louise to Fred, their new gardener. Sylvie discouraged Dennis from joining the "rag trade," but said she'd see if Kirk had a position for him. Iris encouraged Dennis with Cecile. Turkel handed Jumbo a gun and ordered him to kill Mike, Ted, and Ben. Jamie interpreted Pat's notes for Frank. Mac could barely restrain his anger at Rachel for siccing Jeff on him. Rachel agreed to see Frank again after Janice passed them in the hallway. Karen scribbled a note for Pat and left with Ted, who promised to take her to Ben. Janice showed Mac a dummy book of the magazine. After making a date with Jamie, Cecile told Dennis he needed to undo the damage he did to Elena. Ted locked Karen in the stateroom, filled with all her favorite things. Iris was outraged to spy Dennis and Elena in each other's arms after Elena promised to help him get Cecile back. Iris viciously advised Elena to get out of Bay City and away from Dennis or she'd tell Cecile about her sordid history with men. Rachel and Frank kissed again in the tack room.

JULY 30, 1979 (EP. #3824)
Pat showed Michael Karen's note that didn't explain where she'd gone. At L'Auberge, Cecile reassured Jamie it was over with Dennis. Elena sobbed to Rachel that though she still loved Dennis, she intended to leave Bay City. Though Vivien wouldn't let her set foot in the suite, Blaine managed to give Iris pause for thought by saying it was in her best interest to help stop her divorce from Jamie so he wouldn't be able to come between a Cecile/Dennis reconciliation. Ted managed to calm Karen's hysterics and convince her they could safely spirit Ben away on the boat, then he stole the keys from her purse. Scott said he'd get the real tapes to Albini when Brian suggested to Michael and Pat they set a trap using phony tapes. Blaine's appearance scared Cecile off from her tour of Jamie's loft. Louise feared for the furniture when Mac let Amanda ride her tricycle in the living room. Iris was angry that Brian was turning to Pat and didn't even tell her Ted was in trouble. Elena discouraged Cecile from accompanying her to the villa in Ste. Maxime. Michael wondered at Karen's change in attitude when she was vague about her absence. Ted got his hands on the tapes hidden in Karen's apartment moments before Scott arrived.

JULY 31, 1979 (EP. #3825)
Ted walked in moments after Brian received a call from Jumbo. Charley looked on distrustfully as Eileen agreed to join Phil's group at the campsite again. Willis promised Angie he'd do his best to divorce Gwen. Angie seethed when Gwen breezily opined Willis doesn't want a divorce, baby or no baby. Sylvie and Jim were apprehensive when Kirk informed them her dresses would now be manufactured in Hong Kong to save money. Elena said goodbye to Brian (who said he'd live in the main house) and despaired that he could marry a girl Cecile's age but that she never had a chance with Dennis. Brian was bewildered when Ted shook his head like a punch-drunk fighter and wandered toward the bedroom in a daze. Jamie vehemently objected when Dennis wanted his help with Cecile. Angie was chagrined to watch Willis hug Gwen because she came up with an idea for a party to drum up business. Phil encouraged Eileen to open up. Jim advised Sylvie on how to change Kirk's mind. Jamie suggested Cecile take some courses in art history. Brian was shocked when Ted talked of marrying Karen. Elena arranged with Douglas the temporary close of the gallery. Elena told Dennis her leaving would help him get Cecile back. Eileen stood up and shared her story with Phil and his friends.

Dennis: "Goodbye, Elena."
Elena: (Exit Line, Christina Pickles) "Goodbye. [HE HESITATES, THEN TAKES HER IN HIS ARMS]"
Dennis: "I'm going to miss you, too. [ELENA SMILES, TRYING TO CONTROL HER TEARS. COMMERCIAL]"

AUGUST 1, 1979 (EP. #3826)
Rita agreed to drop the charges when Eileen promised never to see Joey again. After walking in on a Janice/Liz shouting match, Mac warned Liz she'd be out of a job if she didn't act with more tact and courtesy. Jamie told Rachel he was excited for her to meet Cecile. Fred thanked Ada for making it possible for him to stay in Bay City, then rolled up his sleeves and helped her paint the kitchen. Pat admitted to Jim that Karen had family problems, then didn't sympathize with Liz's complaints against Janice. The judge swore in Rita and Joey, then Rita looked on in satisfaction and Sally in shock as he sentenced Joey to 30 days, but was outraged when he suspended the sentence. As they discussed the divorce settlement, Jeff casually asked Rachel about her holdings in Cory Publishers. Rachel told Liz she'd use the settlement to make sure Janice doesn't trick Mac. Annoyed at Charley for not warning her Fred would come over, Ada ignored him and concentrated on painting with Fred. Fred looked on jealously when a competitive Charley made noises about getting Ada new appliances at cost, then he dashed upstairs to paint Nancy's room. Jamie was annoyed when Blaine said he ought to be grateful about her slip in front of Cecile. Janice worried when Mac fumed about Rachel's insistence on triple the amount of child support. Larry told Charley he wants a job where he can help people in trouble. Rita shook her finger at Joey and warned he'd end up in jail if he tried to see Eileen. Rachel and Frank kissed and descended toward the bed.

Rachel: "I never thought I'd hear you expressing anything but disapproval of my marriage to Mac."
Liz: "I didn't know how good you were for him until I saw Janice in operation."

Notes: Rachel owns outright six acres along the south side of the property.

AUGUST 2, 1979 (EP. #3827)
Iris arrived home to find June pumping Vivien for information. Ben phoned Karen to meet her at Hamilton Park. Angie suggested using Sylvie's big house to throw the party, but was bothered when Willis stuffed cash in her hand to buy a new dress. Rita disapproved of Eileen's apartment, pooh-poohed Joey's new criminal record, and told her Joey had been pawing that little vixen Sally in court. Kirk patted him on the back when Willis said Dennis could come work for him. Iris wondered what was up when an excited Karen came to see Ted about Ben. Charley told Joey about the time Eileen's been spending with Phil. Kirk cooly informed Sylvie she had no say in the operating setup and refused to sell the company back to her. Willis didn't enthuse over Angie's baggy slacks, blousey blouse, and unstructured jacket, then whined Kirk was making him work through Jeff. Phil declined coffee as too stimulating, and Eileen gushed as he told Rita about how he encourages religious faith in his group. Jumbo lurked nearby as Karen and Ted told Ben he can find refuge on the Lady J, Ted's yacht. Iris was pleased that Kirk wanted to spend the night.

AUGUST 3, 1979 (EP. #3828)
Ted assured Karen they were safe aboard his boat waiting for Ben. Vivien was stunned to arrived back from the farm to find Iris and Kirk emerging from the bedroom in robes. Ada was worried that Ada was employing Jeff, then got dragged by Fred into settling a dispute with Louise. Sally retracted to Jim her feelings of guilt over Eileen and Joey's split. Iris was appalled but Kirk nonchalant when June stepped past Vivien to catch them having breakfast. Janice asked Scott to draw up a "no palimony" contract for her to sign. After Brian and Michael speculated on Karen's whereabouts, Iris came over and informed them she was on Ted's yacht. Jumbo spied through the porthole as Ben promised Karen he'd never gamble again. Janice signed the contract, then covered when Mac dropped by Scott's office. Jeff gave a list of insider holdings in Cory to Kirk. June began buying Cory shares when Kirk rejected her warnings to stay away from Iris. Rachel dismissed Louise so she could have dinner alone with Frank. Sally beat it when Phil told her he expected Eileen at the campsite. Phil kissed Eileen passionately and promised to show her how beautiful sex can be. Rachel was furious when Janice said the contract removes the last obstacle to her divorce. Karen and Ted watched through the door into the main room as Jumbo threatened Michael with a gun. Ted struggled to pull Karen away, but she ended up pushing him into the room, then a shot rang out.

Notes: The Sally/Phil scene had to be redone as, "Actor said 'Jesus Christ.'" A few episodes later, an actor said "Jesus" during a Joey/Phil scene.

AUGUST 6, 1979 (EP. #3829)
Shot by Jumbo, Ted reeled to the deck and fell backward over the railing into the water. Phil was thwarted when Eileen insisted on going home. Ben played the coward so Karen threw a bottle at Jumbo as he struggled with Michael over the gun. Finally, Ben whacked Jumbo unconscious with the fire extinguisher. Blaine encouraged Iris to help her find a weakness in Jamie's divorce case. Mac thwarted Janice's attempts to talk about the divorce. Cecile couldn't bring herself to kiss Jamie after their intimate dinner, then Brian came by to clear his moving into the main house. Puzzled that June was jealous of Iris despite their marital arrangement, Kirk suggested she find a lover of her own. Phil tried to convince Eileen that Joey turned to Sally because of what Eileen wouldn't give him. Karen was upset when the police speculated Ted was dead. Scott phoned Brian to meet him at the station. Kirk calmed Iris's doubts by hinting he might divorce June for her. Michael informed Brian that Ted is presumed dead. Phil forced himself on Eileen in her bed despite her cries and screams.

AUGUST 7, 1979 (EP. #3830)
Rachel agreed not to push for extra child support when Jeff told her the contract protects Mac's estate from Janice. Joey was confused when a numb Eileen informed him she wasn't angry with him anymore, but couldn't bear his touch as it reminded her of Phil. Larry glared at Fred for not being as optimistic and supportive as Clarice. Angie wondered why Sylvie wouldn't agree to co-host the party for Kirk. Joey told Rose and Paul of Eileen's strange behavior. Sally didn't mind at all that Phil had to push Eileen into losing her halo, but Phil was troubled by the sad look he'd seen in her eyes. Ada comforted Rachel over the divorce. Scott told Mac and Janice that June bought ten thousand shares. Clarice told Larry not to be short with Cory. Fred was embarrassed when Charley caught him showing some square dancing steps to Ada. Angie advised Willis to talk to Sylvie. Rita defused Paul's concern by telling him everything he wanted to hear, then helped Eileen arrange her trip to Minneapolis. Joey quizzed Sally about Phil. Rachel showed Mac the contract as evidence that Janice did things behind his back.

AUGUST 8, 1979 (EP. #3831)
Charley agreed to give Eileen time off. Phil played innocent when Joey demanded to know what he'd done to Eileen. Janice couldn't convince Mac she'd had only good intentions in drawing up the contract. After finding Iris with Kirk, Sylvie told her that June will never divorce him, not matter what he led Iris to believe. Jim invited Liz to the dinner he was giving when she was distressed over Janice. Pat visited Brian. Blaine told Clarice she regrets having ruined her chance with Jamie. Alice asked Clarice if she'd hire Sally at the coffee shop. Kirk's smile faded when Sylvie warned him to stay away from Iris. Fred was up to the challenge when Charley informed him he was interested in Ada too. Charley told Joey of Eileen's trip plans. Mac and Janice made up. Kirk convinced Iris he had no attachment to June. Liz was intrigued when Joey came over to talk to Morgan, who had accompanied Sally to Jim's for dinner. It caught Janice's attention when Brian told Mac that Judge Lancto wants to meet with him and Rachel in his chambers before granting their divorce.

AUGUST 9, 1979 (EP. #3832)
Janice quizzed Frank about his relationship with Rachel. Dennis detailed his work experience to Willis, who decided to start him out with office work. Gwen agreed to find out for Willis what was going on between Sylvie and Kirk. Ben promised Karen he wouldn't run away, but was wary of testifying. Blaine told her marriage woes to fellow waitress Annie. Cecile didn't enthuse over Dennis's new job and wanted him to go and put things right with Elena. Rachel was annoyed that Frank didn't share her assessment of Janice. Kirk promised to help Gwen with Willis if she didn't take Sylvie's side over his. Blaine feigned dizziness at convenient intervals while subtly prompting Jamie to contribute a form of alimony to help pay Larry's bills. Karen and Brian hugged after convincing each other that neither was to blame for Ted's death. Gwen informed Willis and Angie it was nothing serious between Sylvie and Kirk, then gave him a blank check to help with his party expenses. Jamie thwarted Blaine's attempts to rekindle their romance. Rachel admitted she was attracted to Frank, but couldn't claim any emotional attachment.

AUGUST 10, 1979 (EP. #3833)
Brooks and Jeff both noticed Rachel's reluctance to go to the courthouse. Sylvie told Mac her reasons for distrusting Kirk for both business and personal reasons. Morgan and Joey left after Rita gloated to them that Eileen was safely away from them now, then she convinced Eileen to take the next bus to her parents. Kirk had to stop beating about the bush when Mac showed him the telexes of June's stock purchases, but Mac refused to relinquish control of his company by selling out to Kirk. Brian told Iris and Dennis that Ted was dead. Rita wouldn't let Paul talk Eileen out of going. Rachel admired Ada's new appliances. Kirk exploded at June and slapped her for ruining the groundwork for his acquirement of Cory. Iris encouraged Vivien to keep trying to hear what the argument next door was about. On the bus, Eileen befriended Judy, a young runaway who ended up stealing her purse with money and bus ticket. Morgan tried to soothe Joey's fears. Jamie offered Rachel moral support. Janice resisted Iris's efforts to befriend her. In the Chicago terminal, Eileen found comfort with Ethel, a member of TRIP, a traveler's aid organization that helps people in need. Ethel then phoned Teddybear that they'd hit paydirt. While being questioned by Lancto about the possibility of a reconciliation, Rachel sadly fantasized about marrying Mac.

AUGUST 13, 1979 (EP. #3834)
Lancto granted Mac and Rachel's divorce. Ethel brought Eileen to Teddybear's (Theodore Baer) apartment under the pretext it was an office. Iris accused June of being a nouveau riche parvenu when she told Iris she'd created Kirk, whom she'd met as a penniless waiter. Rose discouraged Joey from running after Eileen. Teddybear and Ethel encouraged Eileen to stay overnight. Frank tried to comfort Rachel. Brian told Mac and Janice how Ted died. Iris feigned shock when Vivien tried to discuss her relationship with Kirk. Jeff advised June to let Kirk dally with Iris as it made it less likely he would find out about their own affair. Mac assured Janice he was all over Rachel. Paul told Rose about his new apartment and how Rita wouldn't let him touch her when, five years into the marriage, she'd discovered she was barren. Teddy listened in as Eileen phoned her parents to say she was staying over in Chicago with friends. Rachel offered to let Frank stay in the room above the stables when he said he'd checked out of his hotel. Kirk tried to do damage control with Iris since June informed her she and Kirk were totally enmeshed with the business.

Notes: "Thunder picked up on mikes" probably refers to a storm outside the studio.

Notes: Starting with this episode, there in a brief "epilogue" following the last act (Act IX, which is immediately followed by the announcement, "Stay tuned for the conclusion of Another World").

AUGUST 14, 1979 (EP. #3835)
Since the Ogden property wasn't available, Willis gushed to Angie about signing a contract to buy four acres on the Bay. Alice agreed to stop pressuring Sally to see a counselor if she takes Clarice's job offer. Memories of Ted prevented Karen from making wedding plans with Michael. Cecile said she's enrolled in art classes, and Jamie was jealous to hear Dennis had spoken to her recently. Angie helped settle Dennis into the office, then looked on with misgivings as Willis tried to hide his irritation when Jeff asserted his authority by listing the changes he requires on the Wireco project. Teddy complained to Ethel that Eileen kept yelling and pounding on the door. Jim was proud when Sally was forthright with Clarice about her shoplifting. Brian disapproved of Jamie's desire to pay Blaine alimony as it would delay the divorce. Ben insisted it was still too dangerous for him to testify, then Karen revealed she feels guilty as it she who accidentally shoved Ted into the stateroom where he got shot. Both having been arrested, Blaine and Sally realized they have a lot in common. Gwen eventually forgave Willis for using her blank check to make a down payment on the bayfront property. After they joined Mac and Janice for dinner, Jamie focused all his attention on Cecile to their amusement. Ben succumbed to his gambling urge. Fred complained about Rachel's uppity maid, then Larry surprised Clarice by standing up and kissing the back of her neck. Angie was angry to learn Willis had shown the site to Gwen before her.

Jamie: "[HE SEES MAC IN THE DOORWAY] Mac, come in. [JAMIE RISES] There's someone here I want you to meet. Cecile, this is Mac Cory. Mac I'd like you to meet Cecile de Poulignac. [CECILE AND MAC SHAKE HANDS]"
Cecile: "How do you do, Mr. Cory?"
Mac: "May I call you Cecile?"
Cecile: "[SMILES] Of course."
Mac: "[SMILES BACK] Good. And please call me Mac."

AUGUST 15, 1979 (EP. #3836)
Joey was worried when Morgan reported that Eileen phoned her parents to say she was staying with friends in Chicago since she had none there [guess they forgot about Marianne]. Ethel and Teddy decided to ply a terrified Eileen with alcohol. Ada plied Rachel with questions about Frank. Iris encouraged Liz to stay on at the complex when Liz speculated she'll have more time to devote to friends like Iris if she quits. Paul decided to find out when Eileen left Bay City as Morgan told a happy Sally that Eileen was missing. Scott advised Sylvie not to try breaking her contract with Kirk. Rachel laughed when June apologized and advised her to warn her friend Iris away from Kirk. Iris invited Kirk to crash one of Mac's publication parties with her when he told her shareholders like herself will profit if his conglomerate acquires Cory. Angie was pleased that Rose decided not to harp on her and Willis's different views on material possessions. Brooks phoned Rachel he can't pick Amanda up from Mac's due to car trouble. Liz, Sylvie, Jim, Scott, Iris, Kirk, Vivien, and Rudy arrived at Mac's party, where Mac officially turned down Kirk's offer. The john was turned off by Eileen's tears, and was noncommital when she begged him to phone her brother. Kirk agreed to a gentleman's agreement not to go directly to the board of directors. Iris was annoyed that Vivien chatted with Liz instead of working. Rachel was crushed when Iris lied that Mac and Janice were throwing a party to celebrate the divorce.

AUGUST 16, 1979 (EP. #3837)
Kirk ordered Jeff to find dirt on Janice they could use against Mac. Blaine told Sally to try her first-time waitressing on Cecile, but then held her back when Dennis came in. Dennis introduced Cecile and Sally. Blaine befriended Dennis to convince him Cecile was wrong for Jamie. Though concerned, Rita shifted the blame for Eileen's disappearance onto the evil Perrini family; Paul didn't notice when she mentioned knowing she was barren before she married him. Kirk warned Sylvie she'll face extremely distasteful counter-measures if she undermines him with Mac. Louise rushed off to check on the roses Fred pruned so Ada could finally crush his hopes for a romance (especially after he called her a solidly built woman). Sally was full of helpful ideas on how Blaine could win back her cousin Jamie: See a gynecologist about her irregularity, then get Jamie smashed and become pregnant by him. Cecile and Jamie joked about the galleys he was working on, but she turned away when he got too close. Paul told Rose about Rita's slip of the tongue. Ada said she'd talk to some of Gil's old police pals when Larry mentioned his interest in joining the force. Jamie remarked to Dennis how they were each working in the other's family business, then was furious Dennis accused him of being about to hurt Cecile with Blaine. Jeff instructed Horace Murdoch to uncover Janice's secrets. Blaine was stunned when Dr. Hammond told her she was over two months pregnant.

Rita: "No one is to blame, but I'm more so than most."

Notes: "Connie stopped tape" during the Ada/Fred scene.

AUGUST 17, 1979 (EP. #3838)
Frank became upset when Rachel tried to introduce him to Amanda. Liz gave Mac the phone number of the stable apartment as Frank's number. Eileen promised to cooperate if Ethel didn't make her get drunk again. Iris was bothered when Rachel wouldn't talk to her about Kirk. Michael didn't share Karen's fear that Ben had a gambling relapse. Joey and Morgan tried to recreate Eileen's route. Mac coerced Frank's residency out of Brooks. Ben managed to allay Michael's suspicions after asking him for a loan until he lands a job. Jeff got Rachel to tell her about Janice's affair with Robert while he was married to Lenore. Rita was indignant when Joey came to her for help. Eileen convinced Teddy she was sick from drinking, but he began to beat her after catching her trying to escape through a smashed window. Brian told Iris about Ted's obsession with Karen. The john phoned Morgan but wouldn't say much. Karen screamed, horrified, when the elevator she was waiting for opened to reveal Ted, who stared at her somewhat quizzically before casually pressing the button to close the door. Frank walked in on Mac cross-examining Rachel about her hypocritical affair.

AUGUST 20, 1979 (EP. #3839)
Karen began to question her sanity when she pressed the button to open the elevator again and Ted was gone. Morgan told Rose about the call from Chicago and said not to worry Joey about it. Rachel discouraged Frank from finding another place to stay. Teddy raged at Ethel for being soft with Eileen, but she begged him not to sell Eileen to the vicious Johnny Flowers in Cicero. Michael thought Karen had hallucinated, and she agreed it was impossible for Ted to have disappeared from the elevator so quickly. Liz accused Pat of refusing to face the fact that a dreadful and tragic change has taken place in Mac. Morgan told an impatient Joey to wait before retracing Eileen's route. Ada informed Mac he was getting a taste of his own medicine. Teddy informed a bound Eileen she'd be leaving tomorrow as he sold her to another pimp. Liz was insulted when Pat implied she'll have less time to meddle if she doesn't resign. Rose tried to instill some faith in Joey. Morgan told Paul that the caller implied Eileen was a hooker.

AUGUST 21, 1979 (EP. #3840)
The john phoned back to tell Morgan that Eileen was at 143 West Lakeview Rd. Kirk ordered Jeff to uncover the truth of Sylvie's pregnancy. Angie was bothered to find Willis and Gwen happily exchanging ideas for the party. Larry promised he'd be careful when Clarice worried about the dangers of police work; Blaine told them she had to cut back on work. Teddy gave them a black look when Ethel said she'd help Eileen, who cried out in pain. Willis and Angie disagreed about whether Gwen should help with the party. Rudy was surprised to find June in a robe when he delivered lunch to Jeff, and June warned Jeff not to be so eager for Kirk to learn of their affair. Kirk easily convinced Iris he's always cared more about Sylvie's welfare than about profit and loss figures. Joey took off when Rose and Paul revealed Morgan had gone to Chicago. Jamie laid into Blaine for telling Dennis they were on friendly terms again. Morgan showed up and tried to convince Teddy he was interested in a young and pretty girl. Jeff amused himself by thrilling Iris with the news that Kirk certainly prefers her to June. Morgan's exasperation mounted when Teddy chased Eileen out of the room.

Notes: "Ray didn't hold note high enough" when Joey saw Morgan in the first scene.

Notes: "Actor fumferred [sic]" ......... your guess is as good as mine....

AUGUST 22, 1979 (EP. #3841)
Teddy told Morgan that Eileen would be ready in an hour. Frank flashbacked to an Oriental girl of the same age as he held Amanda. Liz announced she was quitting after Mac welcomed Janice back from a successful presentation in New York. Though Karen felt ready to return to work, Michael told Scott it was too early because of her recent hallucination. A repelled Mac told Liz not to bother about the two-week notice when she claimed it was Pat's ability that gave Janice's fatuous idea a professional glow. A relieved Eileen went into Morgan's arms after convincing Ethel and Teddy she would do what they wanted. Frank admitted to Rachel he'd been affected by a piece he did on a Vietnamese orphanage; then Jamie learned of their arrangement. Michael didn't see Ted when Karen spied him smiling at her from the maitre d's station. Eileen pretended to be unconscious, then Morgan knocked Teddy out with a lamp when he went to check on her. Morgan then grabbed Teddy's knife to force Ethel to escort them out of the building. Janice and Pat told Mac and Brian about New York, then Mac complained to Brian about Frank. Jamie told Rachel it was time she met Cecile. Liz was outraged when Jim suggested she apologize to Mac. Karen nightmared that Ted showed her the gaping bullet hole near his heart. Joey reunited with Eileen in Morgan's hotel room, though Eileen kept him in the dark about what she had been through.

AUGUST 23, 1979 (EP. #3842)
Blaine made Clarice promise not to tell anyone she was carrying Jamie's baby. Rose unhappily agreed Angie can bring Willis for dinner. Vivien left for the farm (her mother had a heart attack) after Rudy told her of Jeff and June. Gwen agreed to June's request not to invite Iris to the party. Iris dragged Dennis away from a meeting with Willis and Kirk to say she can help him with Cecile. Ada introduced Larry to Det. Bob Brent (who had arrested Joey), who said the three-month police academy starts in a couple weeks. Sally advised Blaine it would be best if someone besides Blaine told Jamie she was pregnant. Iris convinced Liz to go on her cruise without her, but grimaced when Liz chattered on about what they'd do together once she got back. Sylvie was interested when Gwen said June obviously wants to remain married to Kirk. Iris spoke ill of Blaine to try to scare Cecile off Jamie. Blaine told Clarice she would get an abortion to prevent Jamie any heartache. Rose stared him down when Willis complimented her kitchen and described the house he was building. Iris was irritated when Gwen told Kirk the party was for both him and June. Outraged when Jamie and Dennis shook hands and decided to let the best man win, Cecile threw them both out.

Pat: "You tried to keep her [Janice] out of Mac's office."
Liz: "You'd probably accuse me of being rude to a cobra."
Pat: "It's hardly the same thing."
Liz: "It would be if I tried to keep it out of Mac's office."
Pat: "Janice is not going to poison Mac."

AUGUST 24, 1979 (EP. #3843)
Rachel flew off the handle when Brian tried to lecture her about Frank. Rita welcomed home Eileen, who forbade Morgan from telling Joey why she'd been kidnaped. Blaine made sure Clarice heard her on the phone to the clinic. Cecile accepted Jamie's apology with mock grandeur then kissed him tenderly. Sylvie felt sure it was personal reasons that Kirk was delaying the construction of her branch office. Morgan phoned for Joey to come over as soon as Rita was out the door. Frank reluctantly agreed to contribute a article on Vietnamese children when Janice told Mac the first issue would be devoted to children as it was The Year of the Child. Jamie and Cecile convinced Rachel to go riding with them, but then Clarice arrived to tell Jamie, then Rachel, of Blaine's pregnancy. Jeff told Kirk they have two months to get their hands on Cory's cash reserves to save Plateau Copper or Laverty Brothers is finished; Murdoch revealed Janice had an affair with her boss, Howard Battis (of Battis and Shriner, and an acquaintance of Kirk), and benefited modestly when he died a couple years ago. Eileen came clean with Joey about everything that happened in Chicago, but refused to tell him what had made her run away from Bay City. At the Chicago abortion clinic, Blaine stalled as the nurse tried to initiate her into the process. Kirk convinced Iris she'll feel more secure about Sylvie if she learns about her family. Mac was sympathetic when an upset Rachel told him about Blaine. Blaine started working herself up emotionally when she saw Jamie arriving.

'CORY LIVING ROOM, RACHEL IS STANDING IN THE TERRACE DOORS LOOKING OUT WHEN JAMIE AND CECILE ENTER.'
Jamie: "Mom? [RACHEL TURNS]"
Rachel: "Hello, Jamie."
Jamie: "Thanks for letting us come over like this."
Rachel: "I needed to take a break anyway."
Cecile: "Then we're not taking you away from your work?"
Rachel: "Not at all."
Jamie: "Mom, I'd like you to meet Cecile de Poulignac. Cecile, this is my mother, Rachel Cory."
Rachel: "It's nice to finally meet you, Cecile."
Cecile: "It's nice to meet you."

Notes: "Actor looked at prompter" during the Blaine/Clarice scene.

AUGUST 27, 1979 (EP. #3844)
Blaine put up an impressive front for Jamie's benefit. Eileen couldn't tell Morgan why she can't work things out with Joey. Michael told Scott about Karen's second sighting of Ted. Karen found that her engagement ring (which she keeps in a drawer) was engraved with: "K.C. and T.B. August 3, 1979." June bribed Rudy into keeping mum about what he saw. Blaine was insulted when Jamie insisted on checking with her doctor to make sure the baby was three months old and therefore his. Rita walked in as Eileen became very emotional when Morgan asked if Phil was to blame for her change. Larry was upset to overhear Clarice admit Blaine's abortion plans to Mac and Rachel. Michael was understanding when Karen took out the ring and saw it no longer had the engraving. Rita convinced Eileen to sublet her apartment and move back in with her. Rudy took Vivien into his arms when she told him her mother died the other day. Mac and Rachel agreed to celebrate Amanda's birthday, but she was annoyed when he referred to her as "Mandy." Blaine let Jamie browbeat her into returning home. A sullen Larry accused Clarice of keeping secrets. Janice told Mac she'd like to give him a child when he told her of Jamie's troubles.

AUGUST 28, 1979 (EP. #3845)
Larry told Blaine he knew she was pregnant. Jamie went to Brian to see if he had legal recourse. Angie and Willis argued about finances but kissed and made up before he left for New York. Larry wasn't much use when Rachel managed to rip Blaine's story to pieces. Iris waited on Vivien, who insisted she had to return home to run the farm. Kirk told Jeff that Iris controls the most important block of stock after Mac. Sally admired Blaine's tactics, then Blaine told Dennis he'll have clear sailing with Cecile soon. Kirk gave Willis an advance to help his house money troubles. Iris was stung when Gwen told her it was Sylvie's stipulation not to invite Iris to the party. Rachel tried again to make Frank comfortable with Amanda. Jamie told Blaine the baby was more important to him than Cecile, and offered to postpone the divorce so the baby can have his name. Liz pestered Pat about why she brought Brian to her bon voyage party; Iris showed up with Kirk and was surprised to see Brian there. Jamie didn't believe Rachel's opinion that Blaine manipulated Clarice. Brian put his arm around Pat and they gazed into each other's eyes.

Sally: "Boy, you go all out, don't you?"
Blaine: "Wouldn't you?"
Sally: "You bet. [BEAT] Of course, you didn't have the abortion. [BLAINE SMILES]"

AUGUST 29, 1979 (EP. #3846)
Janice decided to name the magazine Brava. Joey told Rose of his hilltop vows with Eileen. Rita agreed to Paul's request they meet with Father Brewer. Ben agreed to help Albini as long as he doesn't have to appear in open court, then feigned reluctance when Brian pressed birthday money for Karen into his hand. Joey told Rose he'd be looking for a better-paying job. Mac insisted to Janice it wasn't for personal reasons he no longer wanted Frank to contribute an article. Morgan informed Joey that Eileen's moved back to Rita's and that her troubles started with Phil. Crestfallen that divorce didn't lead to excommunication, Rita still argued against it, but Paul pressed Brewer on valid reasons for an annulment. Sally was disappointed when Morgan told her Eileen was back in town. Eileen nightmared that Joey left her (in a red wedding dress) at the altar after Phil, the minister, told him they'd slept together. Michael laid into Ben for hitting Brian up, then Karen decided it would help her to visit her parents alone in Florida. Frank told Janice he was unsatisfied with his article. Paul told Rose he can get his marriage annulled if he can prove Rita concealed her barrenness from him before they were married. Sally smiled maliciously while informing Eileen she knew about her and Phil. Joey demanded answers from Phil.

'JANICE OFFICE, MORNING. JANICE IS BEHIND HER DESK, AND PAT IS SITTING OPPOSITE HER, READING SOMETHING ON A SHEET OF PAPER.'
Janice: "What do you think, Pat? [PAT HANDS HER THE SLIP OF PAPER]"
Pat: "I think Brava is the best name for the magazine anybody has come up with so far."
Janice: "You prefer it to Woman's World or any of the other names here? [PAT NODS] It sounds more contemporary, doesn't it?"
Pat: "Brava also has all the right connotations. It's a term of approbation meaning "fine", and it's the feminine form of "bravo". It's perfect, Janice."

AUGUST 30, 1979 (EP. #3847)
Joey's manhandling didn't get the truth from Phil. Murdoch gave Kirk forged Cory financial documents, revealed they can pay Sylvie's sister, Myrtle Benson from Oneonta, New York, for info, and promised to come up with something more damaging on Janice than an affair. Mac advised Jamie to fill Cecile in. Not wanting to be in Eileen's face, Joey turned down Charley's offer to work in the furniture store. Vivien dashed Rudy's plans to join her on the farm by saying she secretly hates farms. Iris disbelieved Sylvie's claims of prevarication and cruelty in Kirk. Blaine beamed at Dennis when he came in to see Cecile, who was chatting with friends. Angie told Joey he had the build to be a heavy-equipment operator for Frame Enterprises. Sylvie was alarmed when Myrtle phoned to say a man had been asking questions about her. Jamie walked in as Dennis was declaring his love to Cecile. Ada gave Charley the gimlet eye when he gave her a pin and said he'd try to fill Fred's void. Cecile fought to control her emotions when Jamie told her of Blaine's pregnancy. Iris told Vivien she'd help her sell the farm and protect the money from fortune-hunting Rudy. Kirk was wrathful when June stormed in to drop hints about Plateau while he was showing Iris the forged figures indicating Cory was in trouble. Vivien and Iris badgered Rudy into agreeing to confront the Laverty's.

Notes: Phil said "Jesus" again when Joey shoved him to the ground.

Notes: "Called 'cut' by mistake" early on in the Cecile/Jamie scene.

AUGUST 31, 1979 (EP. #3848)
Kirk convinced Iris that Cory was near bankruptcy. Rachel invited Frank to Amanda's party. Sally was thrilled to learn Eileen's apartment was available after convincing Blaine they should share a place together. Karen wouldn't allow Michael to accompany her to Florida, but happily let him put the ring on her finger. Iris realized she let too much slip when she told Mac it was Kirk's board that was insisting on the takeover. Blaine introduced herself to Rita and inquired about the apartment. Karen told Ben she was leaving for the airport early after finding a pennant with "Lady J" on it. Frank ran out when Rachel, Louise, Ada, Nancy, and Charley began singing "Happy Birthday" to Amanda. Iris greeted June with ersatz warmth, then warned she'll tell Kirk about Jeff if June continues interfering with her and Kirk. Jim agreed Sally was old enough she told Alice she was moving in with Blaine. June said she realizes a friendship with Iris is in their best interests as Jeff and Kirk prepared to send out proxy statements to Cory stockholders. Amanda opened her presents, then Mac came and threw a snide remark Frank's way. Karen was stunned to come across Ted as she explored the yacht.

SEPTEMBER 3, 1979 (EP. #3849)
Ted fired up the engines after Karen fainted. Frank pressed Rachel on her feelings for him and Mac. Rita admitted she'd considered joining the convent when she discovered she couldn't give him children, and was floored when Paul pointed out married women can't become nuns. June warned Jeff that no one will survive unscathed if Laverty Brothers goes down in flames. Ted was mum when Karen wondered how he'd pulled off the impossible tricks of late. Louise worried about Rachel's dizzy spell, then Rachel considered a return to the McMasters Art Colony. Rita was furious at Paul's accusations, and he couldn't forgive her for having given him false hope. Ada and Charley told Rose about Amanda's party, then he kissed Ada gently and said she could always turn to him. Jeff fumed about Rudy when June told him Iris is blackmailing her. Karen played friendly, so Ted told her the bullet hit the medal he used to wear around his neck, and that he'd decided to stay dead when he saw Michael holding her on the deck. Rose wasn't crazy about the idea of Joey working for Willis; Paul told her he'd be talking to Dr. Bartley about Rita. Rachel agreed Frank could join her later at the colony. An outraged Ted accused Karen of betrayal after finding her trying to use the ship-to-shore phone.

Notes: "Wild-track - audio (someone coughed)" during the Rachel/Louise scene.

SEPTEMBER 4, 1979 (EP. #3850)
Sally and Blaine settled in and looked forward to the good times in their new place. Brian was suspicious of Kirk when Iris asked him about Mac's financial troubles. Rose worried about the dangers when Angie told Joey that Willis approved the construction job for him. Mac approved of the title Brava and the block lettering for the cover. After Joey stopped in, Eileen begged Charley to tell him she couldn't see him; Joey was interested when Charley asked him to make a delivery to Boston. Gwen informed Angie that Willis will tire of her penny-pinching ways. Mac and Brian realized Kirk was out to get Cory, and wondered which side Iris would choose. Sally realized time was of the essence when Joey said he was going to check out Serenity House in Boston. Kirk convinced Iris that Mac and Brian were hiding the facts from her. Jim came by the office so Angie could ask him to look over Willis's personal finances. After Alice let Phil in, Sally threatened to tell Joey about him and Eileen if he didn't help her get Eileen to leave town before Joey's return from Boston. Brian filled Pat in on Kirk and Iris. Sally spooked Eileen by showing her Phil. Kirk and Mac drew battle lines.

SEPTEMBER 5, 1979 (EP. #3851)
Karen woke up to an elegant breakfast as, out on the deck, Ted clutched his head in agony. Jamie didn't play along when Blaine pretended intense interest in his editorial duties. To prevent a packed Vivien from leaving for the farm forever, Iris said they'd get Jeff to discover who the farm legally belongs to. Fred blushed as he told Larry and Clarice about the lonely widow in Oklahoma he met through a singles magazine. Clarice was subdued when Larry beamed he'd been accepted into the academy. Jeff and Kirk hustled Vivien out when Murdoch came by to tell them Howard died of a heart attack in the co-op apartment he'd bought for Janice. Sylvie dismissed Rose when crass Myrtle arrived interested in renewing ties after twenty-five years. Ted told Karen he won't fix the engine until she returns his romantic overtures. Iris picked up on Cecile's discomfort when she mentioned Blaine will stop at nothing to prevent her divorce. Kirk blew up at Jeff after Sylvie informed him Myrtle was in Bay City. Rudy told a worried Vivien that Iris was just using a ploy to keep her from quitting. Blaine fiercely rejected Clarice's advice to accept she may not get Jamie back. Karen was alarmed to learn Ted had wired the boat with dynamite. Iris explained they have a common interest in whom Jamie ends up with, then was stunned when Blaine revealed her condition. Jeff and Kirk confronted Myrtle in her hotel room, and she promised to play it their way as long as she gets revenge on Sylvie.

SEPTEMBER 6, 1979 (EP. #3852)
Sally made Blaine go over and chat with Eileen about furniture, then went over and announced they were roommates in Eileen's old place. Brooks informed Frank that Rachel wanted him to join her at the colony when he finished his article. Dr. Bartley told Paul that Rita had never seen him about infertility. While Angie was put out at their meeting, Gwen made June realize they're allies as they both have straying husbands whom they helped create. Blaine visited Ada to reveal her pregnancy and demand she help make it accepted. Eileen told Morgan that Sally was out to get her. Frank recognized someone in the recent photo of Saigon Pat showed him. Paul accused Rita of constantly changing her story. Sally and Blaine showed their apartment to Alice and Jim, then Morgan arrived to disbelieve Sally's claims of noncalculation. Ada came to Charley for moral support. Sally came to the campsite to give Phil his new orders. Photographer Harvey Gossage told Frank the photo was of boat people. Rita harangued Rose about putting Paul up to concocting lies. Gwen overheard Jim tell Angie that Willis couldn't afford to build the Bay house. Carmela urged Rita to confess her lies to Paul. Eileen fled into the night, terrified, when Sally brought Phil and his followers to her house and led them in chanting, "Phil wants you, Eileen."

Sally: "Well, look, Alice, thanks for coming by."
Alice: "Can't I stay and help with anything."
Sally: "No, thanks, Alice."
Alice: "I could scrub the sink, if you'd like."
Jim: "Let's go, Alice."

Notes: Rita's middle name is Acacia.

SEPTEMBER 7, 1979 (EP. #3853)
Rachel and Brooks wondered at Frank's disappearance. Janice suggested Willis when Mac needed to fill a vacancy on his board. Kirk left so Iris could explain his tender offer to Dennis and tell him of Blaine's pregnancy. Ted dissembled when Karen noticed his headaches. Michael dragged Scott out of his meeting to let him know he hasn't heard from Karen in over a week. A more tolerant Rachel questioned Janice about Frank. Iris found Brian pumping Vivien for information about her and Kirk; Iris couldn't answer when Brian begged her not to turn against Mac. Michael was there when Ben got a call from his father saying Karen never showed up. Karen played along when Ted presented her with the engraved engagement ring, but considered swimming out to a buoy. Since Janice spurned his greeting, Kirk lashed out by mentioning Howard. Jamie regretted saying Dennis would use Blaine's pregnancy to try to win Cecile back. Janice told Mac that Rachel was genuinely worried by Frank's absence. Rachel told Ada she hopes she hasn't scared Frank away. Ted panicked to awaken to the splash of Karen jumping off the deck. As they stargazed, Kirk told Iris he wants to marry her.

SEPTEMBER 10, 1979 (EP. #3854)
Iris told Kirk he'd have to wait for an answer to his proposal until they see how June reacts to it. Sally told Phil that it looks like they succeeded in running Eileen off. Ted called hoarsely as he searched the waters for Karen. Rose tried to instill some faith in Eileen, who stayed with her last night. Michael shared his suspicions with Pat and Brian that Ted was alive and had Karen. Ted struggled to bring Karen's limp body aboard then performed CPR. Iris assured Kirk she wasn't jealous of Brian and Pat; Sylvie laughed when Kirk told her of his divorce and marriage plans. Rose warned Paul that even with evidence for an annulment, the ecclesiastical courts might rule against him. If the takeover fails, Jeff announced to June he'd nominate himself to take over Laverty, with her backing; June admitted she loves Kirk more than him. Sally told Eileen she'd get Phil's group to tell Joey that Eileen threw herself at Phil. Michael told Brian that Karen reacted to Ted's death the way Marianne did to John's. Ted waxed eloquent over Karen's sleeping form. Iris told Vivien they'll soon be jetting around the world with Kirk. June and Kirk embraced after she agreed to let Iris think he was divorcing her.

SEPTEMBER 11, 1979 (EP. #3855)
Pat told Rachel about Frank's reaction to the photo. Paul hopefully asked Carmela when Rita was aware of her barrenness. Mac found it impossible to believe when Brian felt Iris would side with Kirk. Kirk's check for $10,000 wasn't enough to get Myrtle talking. After Rita initially protested her innocence, Paul rather easily got her to admit she'd known all along they couldn't have children; Paul forgave her, but insisted their marriage was over. Frank blew up at Rachel for making inquiries into his personal life. Sylvie didn't accept Gwen's offer to help, then Myrtle offered to let herself be outbid into not talking. Kirk told Murdoch he'd gauge Sylvie's reaction to determine if Myrtle's info is worth the price she's demanding. Scott told Mac and Brian that Albini is leaving for Washington to head a new presidential crime commission and will appoint Scott as acting D.A.; Brian agreed his firm can handle Cory's legal affairs when Scott leaves. Frank kept mum when Rachel encouraged him to open up. Gwen was surprised to hear of the takeover, but assured Mac that if he made Willis a board member, Willis wouldn't let Kirk influence him. Sylvie downed a stiff drink after Kirk dropped hints about her past. Mac told Janice he's decided to offer Willis the seat. Brooks interrupted with proxy materials from Kirk as Frank was telling Rachel he loved her.

Notes: Scene not taped -- Rita telling Carmela she wants to live near the convent.

SEPTEMBER 12, 1979 (EP. #3856)
Frank didn't sympathize with Rachel's concern for Mac. Karen despaired when Ted nodded sympathetically without taking her words seriously when she insisted she was ill. Morgan told Joey that Eileen feels targeted by Sally. Ted presented Karen with a white dress but wouldn't believe she really had pneumonia. Michael and Brian decided to check out Karen's sightings of Ted. Sally feigned innocence when Joey said he learned the police have Serenity House on their list of con artist groups. Rachel's words of encouragement meant a great deal to Mac. Eileen wouldn't confirm Joey's suspicions that Phil did a number on her. Brian marveled when Michael examined the elevator and found a second door behind some padding. Janice quizzed Frank about Rachel before revealing she'd seen Rachel closeted with Mac in his office. Eileen asked Morgan not to talk to Joey about her anymore. Blaine was unconvinced when Sally felt it was a good time to let Joey know of Phil's seduction of Eileen. With great patience, Ted made Karen recite her wedding vows, but she fantasized she was saying them to Michael. Sally promised Phil she wouldn't tell Joey about him and Eileen, then stole a t-shirt of his. Rachel defended her concern for Mac to Frank.

SEPTEMBER 13, 1979 (EP. #3857)
Ted insisted he was going to quench all her fires when Karen made him feel her forehead. Ben retracted his doubts after Michael found the "Lady J" pennant under Karen's bed. Gwen found it difficult to concentrate on what Dennis was telling her, as Angie decided it wasn't the right time to tell Willis about Jim's work. Cecile tried to convince Dennis that she and Jamie are bound to become closer in spite of Blaine, then offered to speak to Iris about the take-over. A slightly tipsy and maudlin Sylvie tried to warn Iris that Kirk would destroy them both. Angie fumed when Gwen gave Willis a peck on the cheek as congratulations on Mac's appointment. Blaine eluded Vivien's grasp to try to recruit Iris, then agreed to duck out of sight when Cecile arrived. Blaine re-entered after working herself into an emotional state and dismayed Cecile with her tears over Jamie. After Brian and Michael worked on him, Captain Sweet admitted Ted took the yacht into the bay. Angie worried to Willis that she can't compete with Gwen's attempts to buy her way back into his life. Cecile questioned Iris about why Blaine was so openly vulnerable with her. Rudy told Vivien his lawyer learned the farm has an inheritance tax of $40,000 which she can pay off only by selling it. Iris murmured thanks to Blaine after managing to scare off Cecile. After arriving by powerboat, Michael found Ted fiddling with an explosive device. Michael slugged Ted unconscious after a headache made Ted drop the detonator, then Brian arrived. Cecile broke off their relationship when Jamie verified Blaine's claim that he'd promised her emotional support. Karen clung to Michael after Brian disarmed the explosives.

Brian: "Ted? Ted? [TED'S EYES OPEN] Ted, it's me."
Ted: "Dad..."
Brian: "What happened to you?"
Ted: "I don't know."
Brian: "Are you all right?"
Ted: (Exit Line, Richard Backus) "No, I don't think I am."
...
Brian: "Of course. You stay with her, Mike. I'll get the yacht back to shore.[CUT TO STATEROOM, AS BRIAN TAKES A LOOK AT TED, BEFORE TURNING HIS ATTENTION TO THE YACHT CONTROLS. GO OUT ON TED, LOOKING OFF INTO SPACE CATATONICALLY. COMMERCIAL]"

SEPTEMBER 14, 1979 (EP. #3858)
Joey told Eileen he wouldn't stop trying to figure out what drove her away. Sally wished she had similar success when Blaine told her of her instant hysterics for Cecile's benefit. Kirk discouraged Iris from attending the party with him, then changed his mind after hinting at Sylvie's personal crises. A tipsy Sylvie told Mac that Kirk proposed to Iris. Willis's disappointment made Angie cave in and agree to go the party. Kirk ordered Jeff to initiate divorce proceedings after disinviting June to the party to "keep up the charade." Mac told Willis to give his board offer serious consideration before replying. Sally phoned Joey to say she'd found something important at Eileen's apartment. Myrtle spilled the beans after Kirk threatened her with an unfortunate accident. Iris admitted she was confused, but wouldn't let Mac criticize Kirk. Angie went to check on Sylvie when Jim said she won't be in attendance, so Gwen took the opportunity to tell Willis of Angie using Jim to check his finances. Blaine was puzzled when Sally was disappointed that Joey took the news by storming out to confront Phil. Alice made an appearance at the party. Gwen enjoyed pointing it out to Iris when June made a grand entrance. Willis warned Angie they'd have a little talk later. Kirk failed to chase June off, but managed to scare a wan Sylvie away from Iris by threatening to introduce Iris to Myrtle, who arrived per his instructions. Joey's punch sent Phil flying after Phil admitted sleeping with Eileen, then, despite Phil's protestations of nonviolence, Joey began beating him within an inch of his life.

SEPTEMBER 17, 1979 (EP. #3859)
Kirk leveled Sylvie by revealing he knows she was convicted of manslaughter, gave birth to Iris in a prison hospital, and was forced to give her up for adoption. Frank talked to Rachel about a book by Malcolm Lowry, then convinced her to come back to his room. Myrtle denied, then admitted telling Kirk, and blamed it on Sylvie being Mama's favorite, but Sylvie wouldn't agree to make up with her. Kirk convinced Iris that Sylvie had lit out because of a drinking problem. Kirk glowered at Myrtle when he couldn't throw her out. At the hospital, Brian said Ted was undergoing neurological tests, and Pat tried to reassure him that Karen wouldn't press charges. Jeff was furious when June spurned his kisses and his plans for them with her incessant talk of Kirk. Rachel pulled away when Frank kissed her. Brooks and Louise panicked when Mac came home with Amanda and wanted to know where Rachel was. Alice told Jim she's been offered the opportunity to run an experimental nursing program at Parkway Memorial Hospital in Chicago. Linda came to say Karen had woken up as Pat argued with Michael over his desire to see Ted behind bars. Kirk dragged Myrtle, emboldened by liquor, away from Iris. Janice realized Mac's concern for Amanda was really jealousy over Rachel and Frank. Rachel declined to spend the night with Frank. An upset Karen made Michael promise to tell the police that Ted couldn't help himself. Kirk told Sylvie to give him and Iris her blessing or he'd make sure she lost Iris again. Jim listened through the door as Sylvie swore to kill Kirk if he hurt Iris.

SEPTEMBER 18, 1979 (EP. #3860)
A battered Phil told his followers he was mugged. Cecile chatted with Clarice while waiting for Blaine. Jamie didn't share Rachel's opinion that Blaine implied to Cecile that Jamie has strong feelings for her. Blaine smiled skeptically at Cecile's belief that Jamie wants a divorce, then revealed Jamie insisted she have their baby. Willis let Angie know he thought her actions reprehensible and admitted he wants success and everything it implies. Phil told Brenda to get Sally after she brought him to Linda at the hospital. Clarice worried when Blaine vowed not to let Jamie ride off into the sunset with Cecile or anyone else. Rachel invited Frank to the party to celebrate Larry's acceptance into the academy. After Gwen needled her about being able to give Willis everything he needs, Angie revealed her decision to give Willis the most supportive home life she can. Phil turned cold and warned Sally he was going to even the score. Angie apologized to Willis and said she was taking a leave of absence to make a good home for him. Ada, Charley, Clarice, Larry, Nancy, and Cory arrived for the party, then Fred joined and showed Ada a photo of his pen pal Amelia Dudley. Jamie glared after finding Dennis lending a vulnerable Cecile his shoulder. Frank told Rachel he's not ready to talk about why children affect him deeply.

SEPTEMBER 19, 1979 (EP. #3861)
Sad since they had great affection for each other, Sylvie told Rose she was moving her operation back to New York. Joey wouldn't accept her help when Sally came to relay Phil's threat to have him arrested. Joey's anger flared when Sally raised the possibility that Eileen had been a willing participant. Rita drew herself up sharply and refused Eileen's sympathy. Jim told Liz about the takeover, then Rose stopped by to tell him of Sylvie's decision. A bitter Rita announced to Paul and Eileen that she was leaving town and moving into an apartment near the convent. Morgan was unhappy when Joey told him of Eileen and Phil. Jim came to ask Iris to accompany him to Sylvie's, and dropped hints about Sylvie's argument with Kirk. Phil instructed Brenda to tell the police she'd heard Joey threaten Phil's life. After Sylvie chased Iris away, Jim tried his best to convince her not to leave town. Rose looked at Paul with a mixture of hope and fear when he told her he was in the process of annulling his marriage, then she went into his arms and vowed not to let anything hold her back anymore. Sylvie laughed ruefully then raucously when Iris called Kirk Sylvie's greatest defender; then Iris begged to be allowed to help her. Eileen broke down and admitted how dirty she feels after Joey said it doesn't matter if she slept with Phil. Joey left when Rita came home and threatened to phone the police.

Jim: "Every time the doorbell rang, I'd immediately think it was you, and then I'd remember you were away."
Liz: "[NOT SURE HOW TO TAKE THIS] Were you relieved when it wasn't me?"
Jim: "No. I felt lonely and let-down. Liz, I have a lot of fun with you, though you might not know it from the way I act."
Liz: "Oh, Jim.."
Jim: "And I missed you very much. [HE SQUEEZES HER HAND, AND SHE SMILES AT HIM]"

Notes: "Actors complained that there was noise on the floor" in the Rose/Paul scene.

SEPTEMBER 20, 1979 (EP. #3862)
Frank pressed Rachel to let him take Amanda to the zoo. Janice disapproved when Willis told Mac he was too worried about getting between him and Kirk to accept the board offer. Michael gave Karen a new ring and they decided to marry as soon as she's released. Larry put on a happy front but really wasn't sure it was the right time when Clarice said she'd like to have another child. Brooks told Mac that Gallery 285 won't be reopening. Mac accused Frank of wanting to replace him after Frank came back from the zoo with Amanda. Brian warned Jamie that the adultery charges will be invalid if the divorce is postponed. After making Brian promise not to tell Mac of her involvement, Rachel said she might be able to sway stockholder Winfield Eberhart to their side. D.A. Scott told them the case was closed since Ted was declared insane and institutionalized, then Michael and Karen announced to him and Pat their marriage plans. Gwen looked sympathetically at a helpless Willis when Jeff informed him he was putting the firm's accounting directly into Laverty hands. Charley told Clarice he wanted to find his own place to better romance Ada. Liz offered her support to Mac, who was genuinely glad to see her. Mac complained to Jamie about Frank. Michael agreed to have the wedding in Florida, where Karen's parents have decided to move, and let her father perform the ceremony. Michael encouraged Ben to confess his addiction to his parents after he admitted to Karen he'd resumed gambling. Clarice wondered when Larry wanted to discourage Charley from moving out. Kirk dismissed Willis's concerns of handing the bookkeeping over and advised him to accept the seat on the Cory board. Mac rebuked Rachel for allowing Amanda to be alone with her soldier-of-fortune boyfriend.

Notes: Rachel's sculpture, "Rare bird."

SEPTEMBER 21, 1979 (EP. #3863)
Rachel prevented Mac and Frank from coming to blows. Joey filled Paul in on his troubles but made him promise not to tell Rose. Frank thought it revealing that Rachel went to pieces whenever Mac got upset. Eileen insisted Rita no longer meddle with her and Joey. A miserable Iris told Kirk she couldn't bear to marry him without Sylvie's blessing. Blaine advised a distressed Sally to win Joey by convincing Phil not to have Joey arrested. Phil and Brenda told the police that Joey had tried to kill him. Brian tried to defuse Mac's anger, then was stunned to hear of Kirk's proposal to Iris. Frank told Rachel that a little Vietnamese girl he loved very much was taken by the enemy due to his carelessness. Vivien was more interested in Liz's vacation photos than Iris. Sally overheard as Phil told Eileen it was too late as he'd already signed out a warrant for Joey's arrest. Janice suggested to Mac they get married to forestall any suggestion of impropriety among the conservative stockholders. Iris recoiled in horror when Kirk introduced her to Myrtle, who revealed Sylvie was convicted for killing the man who raped her. Iris fell apart on learning she'd been born in prison, and took comfort in Kirk's arms. Frank said Eliot had introduced him to Simone, a government secretary, and they'd had a daughter, Su-Lin. Simone disappeared during the Tet offensive and Su-Lin was captured by the VietCong. Det. Brent knocked on the door as Joey wavered about whether to accept Sally's offer to hide him.

SEPTEMBER 24 and 25, 1979 (EPS. #3864 and 3865)
Sylvie left for New York. Joey and Eileen reunited after she admitted Phil forced himself on her, and she made him promise to turn himself over to the police. Rachel convinced stockholder Edgar Conklin to stay loyal to Mac. Willis hit Kirk when Kirk blackmailed him into helping him win the takeover or he'd spill some damaging info about Janice's New York affair. Jeff brought June to Kirk's lodge in the Adirondacks, where she retrieved his gun. Then June hid her presence when Kirk brought Iris and Vivien. Linda told Alice she'd seen an agitated Sally at the hospital. Sally was crushed when Joey said he'll never stop loving Eileen. Michael, Karen, and Ben left for Florida.

SEPTEMBER 26, 1979 (EP. #3866)
Caretaker Dobbs informed June after Kirk told him he was returning to town on business. Gwen was incredulous when Willis told her Kirk is blackmailing him. Vivien didn't share Iris's enthusiasm over the lodge. Kirk beat down Iris's doubts to get her to write Mac a note relinquishing her proxy to Kirk. Sally admitted to Alice she's loved Joey all along, then encouraged her to take the job in Chicago. Mac was shocked when Rose and Jim told him Sylvie had left. Vivien beat Iris at backgammon. Janice was aghast when Willis told her of Kirk's innuendos, then convinced him that Mac would be more hurt to learn of her affair with Howard, whom she admitted not loving. Alice summoned Pat, Jim, Liz, and Sally to Pat's apartment to tell them of her decision to leave; Pat shared that Michael and Karen were married that afternoon. Mac and Brian speculated on Sylvie's departure then learned from Rudy that Kirk had spirited Iris away. Jim questioned Liz about Herb, the attractive widower she befriended on her South American cruise. Alice admitted to Pat that though she was fond of Scott, she didn't fell their relationship was leading anywhere, and that her relationships with Ray and Dan were unsatisfactory because of her feelings for Steve. After Sally remembered her mother leaving her in a motel room for three days while she and her father went out of town on a job, she impulsively stole Liz's brooch. Despite his suspicions that Janice wasn't telling him everything, Willis told Mac he'd sit on the board. Liz was sad to notice her brooch was missing. Iris was shocked when June materialized, produced a revolver, and aimed it at her (though June claimed she didn't need it as Kirk would destroy Iris himself).

Pat: "But Steve is dead. You have to accept that, Alice."
Alice: "I've never been able to. Deep down I have the feeling he's alive. Maybe that's because I dream about him, and he's always alive in my dreams."
Pat: "You never told me this."
Alice: "I've never told anybody before."

Alice: (Exit Line, Wesley Ann Pfenning) "I'll call you, at least. (SHE KISSES PAT) Thanks again, Pat."

Notes: Liz's husband Will originally written as "Bill."

SEPTEMBER 27, 1979 (EP. #3867)
Joey vowed to Eileen he'd plead guilty so she wouldn't have to testify. Eileen warned Rita she'd run away with Joey if she ratted him out. Kirk was outraged when Mac crumpled Iris's note and told him Iris's request would have to be done in person. Phil yelled at attorney Ed Brookman to get out, then told Paul that Joey would never allow his seduction of Eileen to come out in court. Larry assured Clarice that now that he knows he'll be making a good salary, he's excited about having a baby. Eileen laid into Rita for driving her into Phil's arms with her moral judgements. Janice was relieved when Mac told her Kirk discussed only Iris with him. Willis vowed to get even when Kirk forced him to agree to get his hands on Mac's list of loyal stockholders. Joey was upset that Eileen considered going public about what Phil did to her. Mac wondered at Janice's insecurity. Joey and Eileen arrived just as Charley and Ada were gazing into each other's eyes with the intent to kiss. When Fred and Cory's early return home spoiled Clarice and Larry's romantic evening, Larry blew up at his father. Gwen clung to a vulnerable Willis and assured him he was doing the right thing. Rose fussed over him and Eileen clung to him as Brent read Joey his rights.

Rita: "I can't remember meeting a more sincere and devout young man than Phil Higley."
...
Eileen: "You poisoned everyone around you with your hatred."
Rita: (Exit Line) "Joey has your soul now. You're his. [SHE PICKS UP HER SUITCASE AND GOES TO THE DOOR, WHERE SHE STOPS TO OPEN IT, AND TURNS BACK TO EILEEN] I did everything that can humanly be done, and I failed. I don't want anything more to do with you or Paul or Morgan. Ever. [SHE CLOSES THE DOOR BEHIND HER. EILEEN, SUDDENLY EMOTIONALLY EXHAUSTED, TURNS AWAY AS JOEY LOOKS OUT FROM THE KITCHEN]"

SEPTEMBER 28, 1979 (EP. #3868)
Mac was concerned when Janice awoke from a nightmare in which a dead Howard tried to drag her into his arms. Kirk was pleased with Murdoch's fake issue of the Journal indicating Cory was in deep trouble. Vivien speculated that an anxious Iris just imagined seeing June. Cecile was upset when Brian said Jamie might lose his job if the takeover succeeds. Paul told Joey they can't afford the $50,000 bail, and warned the felony charges will be hard to beat without dragging Eileen into it. Brian told Pat his feelings for Iris don't subtract from his feelings for her, then they, Janice, Mac, and Scott congratulated Willis on his impending nomination. Only an uneasy Janice observed Willis slip Scott's list of stockholders into his pocket. Kirk was incredulous when a furious Iris told him June had been there waving a pistol at her. Kirk showed Iris the bogus newspaper to convince her to accompany him to the meeting. Despite Jeff's urging, June was reluctant to cut Kirk loose, then Willis arrived to hand over the list. Joey refused to tell Scott how Phil provoked him. In the Cory auditorium, everyone wished Mac well, then they found their seats. Joey advised Sally to get professional help when she insisted she did everything she did out of love for him, then Eileen arrived to join in pitying Sally. Janice made a speech about Brava, Willis reluctantly seconded Jeff's stalling motion, then Kirk lead Iris down the aisle to a pair of vacant seats.

OCTOBER 1, 1979 (EP. #3869)
Kirk ran interference as Brian tried to talk sense into Iris. Mac initiated the voting. Rose told Paul she'd wait before finding a new job, then a teary Eileen arrived to tell them Joey was being arraigned. Blaine tied to talk Sally into throwing a party and inviting Jamie, saying she was inspired by Sally's drugging of Joey. Jeff phoned June that the voting was underway. Eileen sought comfort in Morgan's arms and vowed to testify if need be. Iris was mortified when Brian required her to step up to the podium and confirm her vote. Mac was thrilled when Edgar stood up and voted for him. Jeff and Kirk fumed when Mac announced their tender offer was rejected by a plurality of 10,252 shares votes. Family, friends, and employees all celebrated. Mac wouldn't let Willis explain why he'd seconded Jeff's motion. Iris returned home and demanded Vivien fill her with drink. Blaine happily agreed when Jim asked her to talk Sally into meeting people. Morgan and Eileen dashed out when Rose was agitated at not having any Parmesan cheese, then she cried in Paul's arms about Joey. Cecile sighed to Jamie about how much she had loved Dennis. Brian sadly realized that Iris was completely under Kirk's sway. Mac was delighted when Edgar told him Rachel had sung his and Brava's praises. Brian told Mac it was imperative he speak to Iris. Kirk arrived as Iris was about to tell Mac about the newspaper article.

OCTOBER 2, 1979 (EP. #3870)
Mac was happy to wake up to Janice's mimosa, but was still upset Iris and Willis had failed the acid test. Gwen thought it unfair Willis had to sacrifice himself to save Janice. Brian convinced Jamie that it will allow Blaine to contest the divorce if he waits until after the baby is born to divorce her. Charley told Clarice and Larry that he found a place to live near the furniture store, then he asked Larry where he bought Clarice's engagement ring. Janice insisted she'd die if she lost Mac when Willis became extremely agitated at what keeping her secret was doing to him. Ada told Clarice that Nancy had a fun time playing with Cory. Blaine fainted after failing to impress Ada with her baby-book reading. Mac agreed with Brian that Iris needed their support, but insisted he's cut her out of his life. Janice was aghast when Gwen warned she better set things right between Willis and Mac or else. Ada told Jamie of Blaine's fainting spell. Fred said he'd move to Oklahoma when Larry admitted he still felt like a kid when he was around. Ada agreed to go dancing with Charley despite disengaging when he tried to dance with her in the kitchen. Jamie expressed concern for Blaine and said they'd talk about the divorce another time. Gwen told Mac that Janice knew how Kirk had blackmailed Willis.

OCTOBER 3, 1979 (EP. #3871)
Rachel was happy Jamie intended to divorce Blaine right away. Scott visited Joey in county prison to tell him stories of state prison. Janice claimed complete puzzlement when Mac brought up Gwen's statement, then was thwarted when he said he didn't have time for a trip to San Francisco. Willis shouted to Gwen that he won't betray Janice to salvage a business relationship. Blaine became angry and indignant when she realized Jamie's offer to pay her a formal alimony was a prelude to a formal divorce. After arriving to find Ada dancing to her radio, Rachel boasted about having helped fight the takeover and revealed she won a delayed grant to build a sculpture on Cory complex grounds. Though he bore her no grudge, Morgan didn't believe Sally had any interest in him unrelated to Joey. Sally was torn when Scott told her they needed cause for Joey's attack on Phil. Angie tried to get Willis to tell her why he sided against Mac. Mac asked Pat for advice on confronting Rachel. Blaine screamed at Jamie for wanting to desert her and began throwing things against the wall in a rage. Scott tried to coax Eileen into helping him help Joey. Rachel was modest when Mac expressed his gratitude, then he insisted she commemorate their victory by accepting the state's commission.

OCTOBER 4, 1979 (EP. #3872)
June tried to be optimistic when Kirk panicked that their stock was going through the floor; she showed him the letter she was writing on her typewriter hoping to re-establish ties with her rich parents. Blaine accused Jamie of only worrying about her for the baby's sake. Pat and Jim told Liz that Russ was returning for a visit. Kirk held out his arms in a somewhat studied fashion and Iris went into them. With feigned reluctance, Kirk agreed to accept a loan after convincing Iris he spent a lot of money trying to protect Mac's interests. Blaine ordered Sally to use her ingenuity to keep Jamie from bringing Cecile to the party. Jeff was angry that June wouldn't bail on Kirk. Kirk blamed Jeff for failing to keep track of Conklin, but Jeff accused him of asinine management. Kirk got a further shock when Jeff rubbed it in that he and June are lovers, and that Iris knew it. Sally came to invite Dennis to the party while he was on the phone with Cecile, then Jim showed up and asked Sally if she knew anything about Liz's brooch. Jeff banged out a letter of resignation on the typewriter. June began loading her gun after Jeff told her Kirk knows. Kirk gave Iris his insurance policies as collateral, crossing out June's name and substituting Iris's, then got Iris to verify June's affair. Jamie presented Cecile with a copy of the first book he edited, Hyperactivity in Cage Birds, then they kissed after he said Blaine has agreed to a divorce. Liz watched Jim's reaction slyly as she told him Herb might be paying her a visit. Kirk slapped her when June said his ignorance made her affair more exciting. June pulled a gun and vowed to kill them both when he refused to leave Iris and return to her.

Pat: "I can't get over how well you look since your vacation."
Liz: "Why, thank you, Patsy."

OCTOBER 5, 1979 (EP. #3873)
Kirk easily disarmed June when she couldn't bring herself to shoot him, then didn't voice any objection when she contemplated suicide. Rachel told Frank about the commission. Janice just felt it was evidence of Rachel's obsession over the inheritance when Mac told her of Rachel's takeover help. Mitch Blake tried to contact Janice. Eileen frightened Phil by saying she'd not only testify against him, she'd find other girls to testify as well, then Linda told her he was feigning the extent of his injuries. Janice bullied her way past Brooks and laid into Rachel for her sneaky tactics. Phil sweated when Scott warned he can investigate his group. Jeff unloaded the gun and tried to soothe a despondent June. Since she'd seen Frank at the house, Janice said she wouldn't mind Rachel working at the complex if Mac went to see her now to convey her apologies. Kirk convinced Iris that her loan would enable him to cut himself off from June financially. Eileen confessed to Rose that Phil seduced her. Kirk announced he was resigning when June said she'd get the best divorce lawyer to destroy him. Joey became desperate when Eileen visited and announced her intention to testify if need be. Janice said she had a bigger goal when Mitch phoned to complain she wasn't fighting for Howard's money. Mac was appalled to overhear Rachel tell Frank that Amanda would be very happy to have a playmate (Su-Lin).

'ACT ONE B. CUT TO THELMA, LIMBO SWITCHBOARD, AS SHE ANSWERS A CALLER THROUGH HER HEADSET.'
Thelma: "Good afternoon, Cory Publishers."
Mitch: (Intro Line) "[TWO-WAY, LIMBO] Janice Frame, please."
Thelma: "I'm sorry, Miss Frame's not in her office at the moment."
Mitch: "When do you expect her back?"
Thelma: "She didn't give me that info."

Notes: This marked the first appearance of Thelma, referred to as the switchboard operator almost since the inception of Cory Publishers Bay City office.

OCTOBER 8, 1979 (EP. #3874)
Janice failed to dissuade Mitch from coming to Bay City. Angie questioned Willis about his recent lack of affection toward her. Ada was surprised when Charley picked her up for their date at her front door. Mac was in agony imagining Rachel and Frank in bed. Rachel admitted she wasn't prepared to change her life when Frank spoke of what might happen should the State Department find his daughter. Mac hotly disagreed with Louise's assertion that Frank wasn't more than a friend to Rachel. Janice didn't volunteer much despite Angie's promise to uncover what she was up to with Willis. Brooks and Louise fretted over the inevitable Mac/Rachel clash. At the Lake club, Ada and Charley danced to Glen Miller. Mac unleashed his anger at Rachel, but that only made her refuse to answer his questions about Frank. Angie was glad when Willis told her he'd love to get out from under Kirk's thumb. Charley popped the question, but Ada had to decline on vague grounds. Janice offered to have Mac's children when he revealed overhearing Rachel's plans to have kids with Frank. Rachel woke up in tears after dreaming of being in Mac's arms.

Notes: The department store is mentioned (here and in late September) as "Carlton's." The twelve-year run of Bryant's being the show's store seems to have ended.

Notes: The Rachel/Frank fantasy love scene marks the first time two people were actually seen in bed in the midst of having sex.

OCTOBER 9, 1979 (EP. #3875)
Janice kissed Mac and stroked his ego when he awoke in a blue funk. Dennis couldn't talk Iris out of going away with Kirk. June threatened to have the company investigated since Kirk dumped all his stock. Eileen said she'd do it alone if Sally didn't agree to come with her to tell the D.A. about Phil. Janice was thrilled when Mac agreed to a trip to San Francisco. Kirk promised Iris that they had smooth sailing from now on. Angie convinced a reluctant Rose to let Willis put up the money for Joey's bail. On a prison tour, Larry visited Joey to reaffirm their friendship. June offered Murdoch a bribe for a copy of the fake paper Kirk used to snow Iris. Sally and a couple girls arrived to join in as Eileen was giving a deposition to Scott. Janice told Mitch she would be away if he came to town. June enjoyed telling Iris that Kirk has been using her. Rose visited Joey to try to convince him there was no shame in Eileen testifying. After Sally's visit, Phil realized it was time to get out of Dodge. Mac and Janice left for the airport. In the Silver Spoon Discotheque in New York, Mitch told playmate Lydia he was headed to Bay City.

Sally: "We want you to be in perfect health."
Phil: (Exit Line) "Why?"
Sally: "Unless you drop the charges against Joey, you'll probably find yourself in a neighboring cell. [SHE SMILES AND EXITS. PHIL HESITATES FOR A BEAT, OBVIOUSLY FRIGHTENED, THEN GETS OUT OF BED AND TAKES HIS CLOTHES FROM THE CLOSET. HE STARTS TO PUT THEM ON]"

OCTOBER 10, 1979 (EP. #3876)
Rachel informed Frank that she didn't love him and that she would try to get back Mac, whom she still loved. Willis had to break it to Angie that not only did he not have the money for Joey's bail, but that the IRS put a lien on all his assets for some dealings he did with Laverty, under investigation by the Securities and Exchange Commission. Blaine watched calculatingly as Dennis asked Sally about the brooch Jim had questioned her about. Ada was overcome when Rachel admitted divorcing Mac was the worst mistake of her life. Distraught that Frame Enterprises was wiped out because of Kirk, Willis admitted Gwen knew him better than Angie did; they kissed passionately after she reminded him of all of Angie's manipulation to get him. Charley realized the real problem was Ada wasn't "thinking young" when she opined it was her love for Gil that was keeping her from remarrying. Sally phoned Jamie while he was at Cecile's to invite him to the party but not to bring Cecile on account of Blaine's presence. Rachel was upset when Pat told her of Mac's sudden trip. Willis listened from the bedroom in his robe as Angie tore into Gwen about leading Willis astray with Kirk. Blaine flared up when Jamie said he'd take her permission to bring Cecile to the party. Ada agreed to marry him after Charley brought some kites into the kitchen then spoke of roller-skating. Gwen was supportive when Willis wanted to wait for a better time to break the news to Angie. Rachel wanted to throw an engagement party when Ada and Charley told her their news.

Sally: "I just hope he [Joey] forgives me someday for all the things I did to take him away from Eileen."
Blaine: "That's ancient history now, Sally."
Sally: "I hope so."

Charley: "[HE TAKES THE RING OUT OF HIS POCKET AND TAKES ADA'S HAND. HE'S ABOUT TO SLIP THE RING ON HER FINGER WHEN HE STOPS]"
Ada: "What is it, Charley? You having second thought?"
Charley: "Of course not."
Ada: "Then what's the matter?"
Charley: "I forgot something. [HE HESITATES, SHYLY]"
Ada: "What?"
Charley: "I love you. I really do, you know. [ADA SMILES AT HIM]"
Ada: "Yeah, I know, and the same goes for me. [CHARLEY PUTS THE RING ON HER FINGER, THEN SHE GOES INTO HIS ARMS, BLINKING TEARS FROM HER EYES AS HE DRAW HER TO HIM] I really do, Charley. I really do. [CHARLEY SMILES HAPPILY]"

OCTOBER 11, 1979 (EP. #3877)
Eileen met Rose and Paul at the hearing and told them of the statements made against Phil. Then Angie, Scott, Brookman, and Joey arrived. Judge Wallace disallowed Scott from dismissing the case (as Phil had disappeared), since Joey had just pled guilty, then he called a recess to review in private the depositions Scott handed him. Sally handed over her supply of grain alcohol to Blaine as she's given up on Joey. After Wallace dismissed the charges against Joey, Eileen rushed into Joey's arms, and Rose, Paul, and Angie hugged each other jubilantly. Jeff was frustrated that June still thought highly of Kirk despite having sicced the SEC on him. Kirk was appreciative but mystified when Jeff put on a friendly face and vowed to defend him to the end. Liz told Jim he should be delighted to let Herb stay over at his house, then they were both surprised when Russ walked through the door. Intimidated by Willis's anger and intensity, Kirk admitted Frame Enterprises will be liquidated to pay Laverty debts. June walked in as Willis was throttling Kirk. Jim told Russ that Liz has been changing, after Liz insisted her badmouthing of Janice didn't extend to Sharlene; Sally arrived and greeted Russ. Murdoch handed over the phony materials after June promised not to show them to the SEC. Willis blew up at Angie for harping on Gwen when his business was in the toilet. Eileen and Joey happily snuggled on Rose's sofa. Russ told Jim that he convinced his boss, Dr. Cook, to set up an advanced cardiac care center in Bay City, funded by a wealthy Dallas patient who wanted others to benefit also. As they spoke, Sally tried to return the brooch to Liz's purse, but ran out when Liz caught her. On their hilltop, Joey and Eileen pledged their love again. Kirk slapped June around for ratting him out to the SEC. Sally entered Alice's house (the furniture covered and the drapes drawn), touched familiar objects fondly, then curled up in a semi-fetal position on the sofa and cried to Alice's picture about having left her. Angie was horrified when Willis stalked out raving about killing Kirk.

Jim: "[ANSWERING THE DOOR] Russ!"
Russ: (Intro Line, David Bailey) "How are you, Dad?"
Jim: "It's wonderful to see you, son. [THEY EMBRACE]"
Liz: "[CALLS] Who is that, Jim?"
Jim: "[CALLS] Come see."
Russ: "I got here early, I'm afraid."

Russ: "No business appointments?"
Jim: "I don't do that much accounting any more."
Russ: "You appear to be keeping pretty active, though."
Jim: "Oh, sure, and keeping track of my relatives is part of that."

OCTOBER 17, 1979 (EP. #3878)
Iris mouthed Kirk's brainwashing when Brian tried to convince her Kirk had used her. Kirk drew Iris into his arms while Brian vowed not to hand her a divorce. After joyously returning to their hotel room, Janice had to turn down Mac's jade necklace as it would just make her look like his mistress. After Blaine and Clarice wondered at Sally's absence, Blaine poured some grain alcohol into a small pitcher. Dennis arrived and was troubled by Sally's absence. Cecile told Jamie she wouldn't attend the party. Stunned to hear Rachel decry her divorce, Jeff let it slip about Janice's "man in New York," whom Rachel begged him to investigate. June enjoyed showing Iris the fake documents Kirk used to con her. At the party, Blaine plied Jamie with spiked drink, became sullen when he introduced her to Morgan, then was so shocked that Cecile showed up that she went and gulped down Jamie's drink. Dennis found a despondent Sally at Alice's. Kirk denied everything when Iris laid into him. Iris screamed when he struggled to keep her from leaving, while blaming her for making him act so rough. Vivien and Rudy arrived as Iris threatened to kill Kirk. Pat disagreed with Rachel's fear that Janice intended to marry Mac. Kirk dropped Jeff off at the airport so he could defend him in New York. Mac proposed to Janice while she was taking a bubble bath. Larry and Clarice reprimanded Blaine for badmouthing Cecile and for drinking too much. Blaine dropped the punch bowl she was carrying and sagged to the floor, apparently unconscious. Kirk was shot as he composed a letter to Iris on the typewriter. After the shooter left, Kirk managed to type a few letters on the IBM selectric.

Iris: "I won't yell at you, Vivien. I never yell at you. I may raise my voice, but I don't yell. [VIVIEN CASTS HER EYES HEAVENWARD]"

Jamie: "How are things in the fixit world?"
Morgan: "Breaking down, as usual

Sally: "Why doesn't anybody I love ever stay with me when I need them most?"

Larry: "Don't you like Cecile?"
Blaine: "What's to like?"
Clarice: "She seems real sweet to me."

Kirk: "[HE TYPES AGAIN, AS WE SEE THE DOOR TO THE SUITE SLOWLY START TO OPEN. GO TO CAMERA POV OF THE DOOR CLOSING QUIETLY, THEN CUT TO KIRK, SHAKING HIS HEAD, AS HE PAUSES] That's not right. [HE THINKS] But when two people are as much in love as-- [HE BREAKS OFF AS HE BECOMES AWARE OF ANOTHER PRESENCE IN THE ROOM AND LOOKS UP. CUT TO A GUN FIRING, THEN CUT BACK TO KIRK, SLUMPING OVER THE TYPEWRITER.]

OCTOBER 18, 1979 (EP. #3879)
Kirk looked up, surprised, then lurched to one side, as if being pushed by the intruder, then sprawled on the floor, dead. Angie defended Willis's values to Rose, but admitted Willis was drinking heavily the last she saw of him. Iris forbade Vivien from ever mentioning Kirk's name again, and claimed not to remember threatening Kirk's life. Rudy shouted in fright when he found Kirk's body, throwing his flowers for Vivien into the air. Clarice and Larry revived Blaine. Cecile went to Morgan's side when Blaine called for Jamie to help her to bed. Larry apologized when Jamie took Cecile home. Dennis got Sally to tell him about her real parents: her father's mysterious job involved meeting shady men in nightclubs. Sally watched him wonderingly as Dennis sighed and said he too feels lonely. Cecile wondered to Jamie if Blaine were faking. Scott questioned Rudy about finding Kirk's body. Lt. Marlowe said all that was left in the typewriter was a scrap of paper. June was numb when Scott broke the news to her. Jamie resigned himself to staying with Blaine until Sally comes home. Sally thought Dennis sounded like Dr. Shearer when he opined she stole to get attention. Brian broke the news to Iris after comforting Vivien and Rudy. Angie was alarmed when a drunk Willis staggered in with blood on his shirt. Brian noticed when Iris assumed Kirk had been shot. Scott had to subdue June, who ranted at Iris, who'd walked into the suite somnabulistically.

Scott: "And I'll tell you, Kirk Laverty made a lot of enemies during the take-over attempt."
Marlowe: "Men like Laverty always have enemies... the question is: who'd do something like this to him? [MARLOWE AND SCOTT LOOK OVER AT THE BODY AS WE GO OUT]"

Notes: "Fly entered shot" during the Scott/June scene.

OCTOBER 19, 1979 (EP. #3880)
After snooping in Janice's office, Rachel realized she and Mac must be in San Francisco. A skeptical Cecile stormed out when Jamie insisted he fell asleep at Blaine's awaiting Sally. Rachel met Mitch when he came looking for Janice at the complex. Dr. Graham tended to Iris after Scott questioned her. Fred left to meet the widow Dudley. Jeff was up front with Scott about his affair with June. Rachel left a message at their hotel, but Mac and Janice were already about to be married.

OCTOBER 22, 1979 (EP. #3881)
As she married Mac, Janice had a daydream in which Mitch begged her not to desert him. Rachel told Ada about her funny feeling. Gwen was shocked when Willis said Kirk got what he deserved for besmirching Steve's name. Willis made excuses when Gwen found his bloody shirt. Rose told Joey not to bother polishing up his resume as it looked like Willis wouldn't have work for him, then he assured Eileen he would find work. Rachel and Frank made amends after he told her he was moving out. Judge Gardner Merritt and Geraldine toasted Mac and Janice. Willis told Gwen of his earlier blow-up with Kirk, then Gwen advised him to stay on Angie's good side so she can vouch for his whereabouts the night of the murder. Joey hugged Angie supportively when she confided Willis's business woes. Ada nixed Charley's idea to sell her house and move in with him. Eileen asked Charley if Joey could have his job back. Mac and Janice exchanged gifts after she erased Rachel's message. Gwen informed Angie she better have the right answers if the police question her about Willis. Joey didn't enthuse over Eileen's talk with Charley, and Eileen revealed she wants to take some law courses since Scott and Brookman fascinated her. Rachel nightmared that Janice, in a wedding gown, swooped down and beckoned to Amanda. Rachel phoned Mac and informed him of Kirk's murder.

Merritt: "MacKenzie, wilt thou take this woman to be thy wedded wife?"
Mac: "I will. [MERRITT TURNS TO JANICE, WHO IS MOMENTARILY CONFUSED WHEN SHE HEARS HER NAME]
Merritt: "Janice, wilt thou have this man to be thy wedded husband?"
Janice: "I will. [MERRITT GIVES THE RING TO MAC AND HE SLIPS IT ON JANICE'S FINGER]"
Merritt: "Repeat after me -- With this ring, I thee wed."
Mac: "With this ring, I thee wed. [JANICE SLIPS ANOTHER RING ON MAC'S FINGER]
Janice: "With this ring, I thee wed. [MERRITT NODS, SMILING]"
Merritt: "I now pronounce you man and wife. [MAC TAKES JANICE IN HIS ARMS AND KISSES HER, HAPPILY. CUT...]"

Notes: A Judge Merritt married Mac and Janice. In 1975, a Judge Merrill married Mac and Rachel.

OCTOBER 23, 1979 (EP. #3882)
Dennis left when he couldn't get through to Iris, then Brian urged her to take control of herself the way she did to other people. Willis told Scott he'd never had more than some minor spats with Kirk. Larry showed Clarice the letter from Fred in which he urged them to name their baby after him, if it's a boy, then she told him today was a good time for her to conceive. Russ told Pat of Kevin Cook's plans to use the new wing already being constructed at the hospital, and she remembered when he set up his own experimental cardiology unit years ago. Iris told Scott of her encounter with June at the lodge, then denied telling Brian of a fierce struggle with Kirk. Clarice agreed when Dennis commented that Larry was looking pretty dangerous these days. Dennis agreed to help Sally face Liz. Iris decided to visit Millie Marberry in St. Tropez when Vivien awoke her from a nightmare in which she shot Kirk after he and June insisted she'd lost her mind. Jim protested Liz's discussion of Sylvie and Kirk, but admitted hearing Sylvie threaten Kirk. Dennis went to wait in the car while Sally admitted to Jim and a distant Liz why she'd been stealing, but then Liz gave Sally the brooch since it had reminded her of her mother. Brian realized there was more than a concern for Iris when he smelled alcohol on Sylvie's breath. Willis pulled Gwen into the bedroom when she urged him to go tell Scott the truth. After Russ introduced Kevin to his family, Liz was all over him trying to convince him to set up shop in Bay City. Clarice was chagrined that Larry couldn't perform during their nooner. Brian halted Vivien and Rudy's packing when he realized Iris was about to leave town.

Kirk: (Exit Line) "Don't be a fool, Iris!"

Russ: "[JIM OPENS THE DOOR TO RUSS AND KEVIN] Here we are!"
Jim: "Hi."
Russ: "Kevin Cook, meet my dad, Jim Matthews."
Kevin: (Intro Line) "How do you do, Mr. Matthews? [THEY SHAKE HANDS]"

Kevin: "Hi."
Pat: "Hi, Dr. Cook."
Kevin: "Russ, you never told me that good looks ran in your family."
Russ: "Didn't I?"
Kevin: "No, but it makes for a wonderful surprise."

OCTOBER 24, 1979 (EP. #3883)
Iris was outraged that Brian forbade her from leaving. Mitch watched as Mac and Janice emerged from their limo. Pat revealed Mac and Janice had returned when she realized that was the real reason Rachel came by to see her. Jamie was gratified when Cecile admitted she'd been childish, told him she loved him, and agreed to go away with him for a few days. Brian brought Mac and Janice up to speed on Kirk's murder and Iris's troubles, then was stunned to learn they were married. Scott assured Jeff that the Laverty chauffeur verified his presence at Kennedy airport. Jeff tried to cast suspicion on Iris when Scott interrogated June about threatening Iris. Brian sadly urged Rachel to talk to Mac. Blaine sniffed that Hammond said she might lose her baby in her delicate condition, so Jamie phoned and learned she hadn't seen the doctor in weeks. Jamie thrust the divorce papers at her and made her sign them. Janice surreptitiously removed her wedding ring as she introduced Pat to Mitch, who materialized in her office, as a friend of the family. Janice promised Mitch she'd explain everything at his room at the Skyway Motel. Iris broke down and cried to Brian that Kirk's manipulations made her lose everyone she cares about. Jamie promised Cecile he's been duped by Blaine for the last time. Iris pointed the finger at June after admitting to Scott she'd fought with Kirk, then turned to Brian, appalled, when Scott wanted to make a dental impression from her mouth as it appeared the assailant bit Kirk on the hand while struggling with him. In the tack room, Rachel told Mac she loves him, not Frank, but Mac informed her it was too late as he married someone who doesn't play her games. Janice begged Mitch not to mess up her life.

OCTOBER 25, 1979 (EP. #3884)
Mitch laughed at Janice's insistence she loved Mac and not his money, and she didn't resist when he drew her down on the bed. Rachel sobbed and denigrated Janice, while Mac backtracked when he mentioned her family plans with Frank. Willis refused to discuss Kirk or his lack of affection to her with Angie. Janice took advantage of Mitch's surprise upon learning she married Mac to slip out of bed, put her clothes on, then try to convince him she wanted to vindicated Mac's personal faith in marrying her. Ada discouraged Charley from helping out in the kitchen. Willis insisted he wasn't even a suspect, and left when Angie wanted to make love. At Tallboys, Kevin and Russ told Pat their research plans. Mac assured Janice that Rachel wouldn't cause problems. Russ sang Kevin's praises to Pat, who admitted she was seeing Brian. Willis groaned about keeping up the charade with Angie, but Gwen felt they might need Angie to lie for him. Rachel cried in Ada's arms. Gwen and Willis visited the Shamrock Bar but failed to establish his whereabouts the night of the murder.

Mitch: "I know all I need to know. You don't love Mac anymore than you loved Howard Battis, and we're in this together. [JANICE EXITS, UPSET, WITHOUT ANSWERING, AS MITCH LIES BACK AND STARES AT THE CEILING, THOUGHTFULLY. COMMERCIAL]"

Notes: Crossed-out dialogue, Kevin discussing his grown-up kids.

OCTOBER 26, 1979 (EP. #3885)
Iris wouldn't tell Brian why she refused to have the dental impression. Vivien made Rudy promise not to tell about Iris threatening Kirk. Iris promised to pay the taxes on Vivien's farm if Rudy got her a small tape recorder. Sally begged off helping Blaine reunite Dennis and Cecile. Cecile awoke to Jamie lovingly treating her to breakfast in bed. Sally defiantly told Blaine she's changed and hopes Dennis starts to have feelings for her. Iris cried in Mac's comforting arms, then offered tepid wedding congratulations. Charley agreed to let Joey work in the furniture store even though he eventually intends to move on to better things. Sylvie admitted to alcoholism to Mac, and they vowed to stand by Iris. Eileen was happily surprised to find Joey at the store. Jamie was pleased Cecile didn't reject the idea of marriage flat out. Sally was sure Blaine was crying wolf again by doubling over in pain. Joey asked Rose and Angie to make themselves scarce so he can have Eileen for dinner and officially propose. Sally advised Clarice not to bother worrying about Blaine, but Dennis rushed to Blaine's side when she doubled over again. Iris revealed the hidden recorder with a flourish after June admitted bringing the gun to Bay City to use on Iris, just as Brian and Sylvie entered. Joey was relieved that his ring fit Eileen's finger. Brian felt the tape only proved Iris's eagerness to implicate someone else.

OCTOBER 29, 1979 (EP. #3886)
Rachel apologized for snapping at Brooks' concern for her. A preoccupied Willis and Angie didn't have much enthusiasm for Janice's visit, but were incredulous at her wedding news. Linda was on duty (prior to her transfer to the new wing, natch) when Dennis and Sally brought Blaine into the E.R. Janice promised to help when Willis and Angie told her their various problems. Ada kicked a brooding Rachel out of bed and told her to fight for Mac. Mitch hung up when Mac answered the phone. As they awaited word, Sally accused Dennis of being a sucker for a girl in distress. Hammond told Blaine she needed to stay overnight for tests. Ada and Rachel came over to Larry and Clarice's, then Clarice shrieked with joy when Charley announced his marriage plans. Mac tried to bump Iris from Scott's suspect list, then revealed Kirk's blackmailing of Willis. A call from Scott interrupted Willis and Angie's argument. Even Clarice's negligee couldn't tear Larry away from his studying. Dennis admired Blaine's concern for him when he said he'd set Jamie straight on his obligations toward her. Jeff refused to help Rachel dig up dirt on Janice. Despite lying himself that Kirk used persuasion not blackmail, Willis became angry after Angie lied to Scott that Willis was with her the night of the murder.

OCTOBER 30, 1979 (EP. #3887)
Sylvie said her company was about to go under, then tried to convince Iris that Brian still cared for her. Liz dropped by and was disturbed to see Sylvie. Clarice was curious to find Mitch casing the coffee shop. Brian informed Iris the tape also indicates she knew the gun was in Kirk's suite. Sally was curious when Blaine begged her not to ruin Dennis's opinion of her by telling him of her having faked fainting spells. June admitted bringing the gun to town after Scott assured Jeff he wouldn't listen to Iris's illegal tape, then they told Scott they found the fake documents given to Iris in Kirk's suite after the murder. Kevin told Russ and hospital chairman Amos Oliver that he's decided to accept the new wing as his new cardiac center. Clarice told Larry she was suspicious of Mitch, who said he was interested in buying the place. Liz accused Pat of spooning after coming in as Brian took her hand affectionately to thank her for her continual support. Hammond depressed Blaine by saying she'd have to spend the remainder of her pregnancy in bed. Blaine was disappointed when Dennis said he'd help her by retrieving Jamie from his getaway with Cecile. Liz warned Pat that Iris was using the investigation as a smokescreen to get Brian back. Mitch offered Mr. and Mrs. Cory when the owner, Mr. Adams, wanted local references. Iris refused and fired Brian after Scott offered to disregard the fake documents if she submits to a dental impression. Liz worried about Jim's reaction after telling Pat and Scott of Sylvie's threat against Kirk. Brian promised to help her after Iris admitted biting Kirk on the hand during their struggle.

OCTOBER 31, 1979 (EP. #3888)
Rachel brightly informed Brooks and Louise that she'd be working at the complex. Clarice phoned Mac to ask if he knew Mitchell Blake. As she scrubbed the bloodstains from his shirt, Angie was annoyed that Willis wasn't grateful she'd gone to bat for him with Scott. Angie packed her bags after Willis threw Gwen up to her once too often. An anxious Janice told Mac she met Mitch when she was doing research on discos. Brian got Iris to admit she'd been taking sleeping pills for awhile, and that they made her black out the night of the murder. Rachel announced she was moving into the office next to Pat's, but Janice told Mac she wasn't afraid of Rachel's presence. Rose agreed to have Joey's wedding in her house since she'd been married in her parents' house, then Angie arrived in tears. Willis fumed to Gwen that Angie thinks he's a murderer. Sylvie had to tell Iris that the things Kirk said about her were true. Mac came by to tell Clarice what he knows of Mitch. Rachel told Janice she tore it up for papier mache after reading Brava, when Janice put her on notice about hanging around Mac. Gwen promised Willis she'd never mistrust him about money or anything else again. At Joey's urging, Angie phoned the office and learned Willis could be reached at Gwen's. Rachel stood firm when Mac tried to throw her out of the office. Janice offered to bribe Mitch (with legit funds since he usually used mob money). Scott and Marlowe came to arrest Iris since they'd subpoenaed her dental records, but Iris collapsed, stricken, when Sylvie confessed and was hand-cuffed.

Mac: "Janice has an office here because she is putting out-"
Rachel: "She sure is putting out."
Mac: "Unlike some people!"
...
Rachel: "Come on, Mac, she started the magazine so she could get into the publisher's bed."
Mac: "Nobody else was getting into it."

NOVEMBER 1, 1979 (EP. #3889)
Vivien and Iris both got on the phone to inform Brian of Sylvie's confession. Mitch seduced Janice again after letting her know he expects her to use Mac's money to help him start his new disco. Joey told Rose he's concerned