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July 1975 Daily Recaps

Episode 1 July 7, 1975

The Ryan family prepares to celebrate oldest son Frank's campaign for city councilman.  Mary Ryan meets Jack Fenelli, who asks to interview her about her brother's campaign.  Delia arrives at the Ryan's pub where the celebration is to be held, and tells matriarch Maeve Ryan that she was almost run down by a taxi.  Frank Ryan falls down a stairwell to a motionless slump at the bottom.  Dr. Bucky Carter is reprimanded by charge nurse Ramona when he tries to do blood work on a Spanish speaking patient who tries to tell him that she's already had her blood work done.  Faith Coleridge comforts Bucky, assuring him that even her father, the head of neurology, is intimidated by the charge nurse.

Episode 2 July 8, 1975

Jack Fenelli questions Mary Ryan about her brother Frank's involvement with Nick Szabo, a reputedly local criminal type. Mary introduces Bob Reid, Frank's partner at the police department, to Jack. Maeve enlists Bob's help to try to comfort a shaken Delia. Pat Ryan takes Bucky Carter to his family's celebration for his brother's campaign. Pat tells Bucky that Faith Coleridge isn't worth his effort and tries to persuade him not to pursue her romantically. Roger Coleridge discovers Frank Ryan at the bottom of the stairwell and examines him.

Episode 3 July 9, 1975

Jack Fenelli continues his interview with Mary Ryan as they walk through the streets of New York City.  Mary tries to convince Jack that her brother Frank is all about making a contribution to society, but Jack is skeptical.  Bucky Carter's aunt Nell arrives in town and tells Bucky that she plans to get a job at Riverside Hospital.  Clem tells Pat Ryan that his brother has been in an accident.  Pat joins Roger Coleridge in OR, where Roger is running tests.  The charge nurse finds $6,500 in an envelope in Frank's jacket pocket.

Episode 4 July 10, 1975

Faith arrives at the Ryan's pub and tells Johnny and Maeve about Frank's accident. Father McShane conducts last rites for Frank.  Maeve and Johnny decide to tell the family about Frank, but no one knows where Mary is.  Jack and Mary continue their interview, winding up with Jack falling off of the side of the wharf into the river.  Nell tells Bucky that her life isn't happy with her husband Seneca, who has seemed indifferent to her and her career while his has flourished.

Episode 5 July 11, 1975

When Mary and Jack go to Jack's apartment so that he can change out of his wet clothes (from falling off the wharf), Jack tries to seduce her.  They are interrupted by the phone with the news of Frank's accident.  Pat gives the news to Delia and tries to convince her to go to the hospital.  Delia is frightened and hysterically insists that she doesn't want to go. Nell agrees to Bucky's request that she not let people at Riverside Hospital know about his family…he doesn't want to be liked for his money.  Seneca tracks down Nell on the phone, and she tells him that she's left him.  Delia tries to repress hysteria when she arrives at the hospital.  When Jack and Mary arrive, Mary goes directly to Frank's side and whispers his name.

Episode 6 July 14, 1975

ORIGINAL OUTLINE FOR THE BREAKDOWN WRITERS -- UNEDITED

CAST: MARY, JACK, MAEVE, JOHNNY, PAT, DELIA, FRANK, BOB, ED, FAITH, BUCKY, 2 NURSES, ORDERLY SETS: NEUROLOGY, FRANK'S HOSPITAL ROOM, MAEVE AND JOHNNY'S BEDROOM, STAIRCASE (pre-taped)

ACT ONE - NEUROLOGY- AROUND 6 PM CAST: MARY, JACK, MAEVE, JOHNNY, FRANK, PAT, DELIA, BOB, NURSE Frank is wheeled off the elevator by a nurse and orderly. Mary is at Frank's side, her hand on his arm. Maeve and Johnny follow with Fenelli, Pat, and a distraught Delia. Nurse stops the cart, moves with chart and papers to nurses' station to consult with nurse in background as Maeve and Johnny join Mary. Mary puts her arms around her mother and whispers fiercely that Frank is going to be alright. Delia recoils from the cart and clings to Pat. Frank is so still. How do they know he isn't dead or dying right in front of their eyes? Pat tries to calm her. Nurse rejoins Maeve, Johnny and Mary to say Mr. Ryan is going directly into surgery now. His room will be 419 and Dr. Coleridge will meet them there momentarily. Maeve reaches out to touch Frank's shoulder before the cart moves away. Johnny puts his arm around Maeve and Mary. The elevator door opens and Bob bolts into the hall. He sees the Ryans - and Frank's stretcher moving away from him down the corridor. Bob's face is anguished, his voice hoarse as he says Frank's name. The Ryans turn; Maeve moves to Bob and puts her arm around him.

ACT TWO - NEUROLOGY/FRANK'S HOSPITAL ROOM -IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING CAST: MARY, JACK, MAEVE, JOHNNY, PAT, DELIA, BOB, ED, FAITH, BUCKY Delia has left Pat an is now clinging to Bob as he tries to ask coherent questions. Johnny suggests Pat tell Bob and Mary and Delia what happened. Johnny wants to take Maeve into Frank's room so she can sit down. They go; Pat tells Mary, Jack, Bob and a shaking Delia what he knows. Roger Coleridge found Frank at the foot of the staircase at the end of his corridor. They got him down to ER immediately; Roger handled the situation skillfully. Frank has not regained consciousness and is paralyzed. X-rays made; surgery to be done immediately, Pat suspects to find out what's causing paralysis. Ed will explain fully any minute. Bob, appalled, disbelieving. Did anybody see it happen? Not that they've heard. Pat adds one strange aspect is that Frank had $6,500 in his coat pocket. They're all taken aback by that; Bob asks Dee if she knows anything about it. She doesn't. Jack is listening attentively to entire account. Elevator opens and a grave Ed and Faith emerge. Ed is sympathetic but businesslike, heads into Frank's room to Maeve and Johnny. Mary, Jack, Delia and Pat follow to hear what Ed has to say. Faith has quick moment of love and support for Mary. In Frank's room, Ed gives them diagnosis; hairline fracture of the skull, but without depression or bone chips, and with no resulting brain damage. There is, however, a displaced fracture of the third cervical vertebra, with hemorrhaging. They can't tell yet whether the absence of reflexes in the extremities is due to pressure of blood clot on the spinal cord or to actual damage of the cord. They will go immediately into surgery, aspirate the clot, try to see what's happened. Ed will perform the surgery himself and Roger has volunteered to assist. It should take about two hours, with another hour or two in the recovery room. He suggests they wait right here. He promises not to leave Frank. Johnny and Maeve thank him, Mary gives him a quick hug and he goes. Johnny sits next to Maeve, beckons Mary and Pat to join him; Bob and Delia stand nearby. Johnny does steady, loving reinforcement of his family. Play strong sense of family unity. Fenelli watches from the door. Faith, upset about Frank, feeling on the periphery of the family, goes out into hall; is startled as anxious Bucky, in street clothes, appears by her shoulder. What's going on?

ACT THREE-NEUROLOGY/STAIRCASE - FEW MOMENTS LATER CAST: BUCKY, FAITH, BOB Faith has explained to Bucky what's happened to Pat's brother, and Bucky is extremely upset for his friend, Pat. Recaps bar that afternoon, with festivity and expectation of Frank's party. Is there anything Faith thinks he might do? Not yet; Ryans have closed ranks in there at the moment. Faith, who's known them all her life and is close to them as anyone who isn't a Ryan, felt as if she were intruding. Bob, looking very grim, comes purposefully out of the room and moves past them down the hall. Bucky asks who Bob is and Faith explains: Frank's best friend and alter ego, Delia's brother, detective on police force with Frank. Faith's heightened emotional condition and sense of isolation has broken down some of her natural reserve. Bucky is friendly and concerned, and she finds herself able to talk to him. She explains that she understands Bob's feelings about the Ryan family because they mirror her own. Each of them saw the Ryans from the perspective of a very different family background; at one time or another, she and Bob each desperately wanted to be a Ryan. Bucky is puzzled, having some sense of Faith's admiration of her father. She does brief, pungent analysis of her family's relationships: herself to Roger, Roger to Jill, herself to Jill, and all of them vying in different ways for Ed's attention. She sounds cynical, miserable, and depressed. Bucky asks if she's had anything to eat; she hasn't. Will she go to dinner with him? She refuses, but then is touched by his disappointment and concern. She would like to go have a cup of coffee. Bucky, considerably cheered, takes her off down the hall. Dissolve to Bob, standing at the top of the staircase, looking thoughtful and very troubled.

ACT FOUR - NEUROLOGY/MAEVE & JOHNNY'S BEDROOM - LATER CAST: MARY, JACK/FRANK Mary and Jack emerge from Frank's room; Mary takes a deep breath, leans against wall, relishing the quiet and a moment away from Delia's emotional outpourings. Jack expresses admiration for Mary's self-control and that of her parents. Mary straightens, finds herself saying that things could be worse, and then is half-amused, half-tearful at sound of that familiar phrase. It is one of her mother's standbys, and something of a family joke. Jack questions it; Mary explains. Seriously, in the current situation, things could be worse: Frank is alive, he survived the fall, Roger found him quickly, treated him competently, Ed himself was on hand to supervise his care: things could be worse if not one of those circumstances were the case. "Things could be worse" is actually a very comforting philosophy. Fenelli, trying to divert her, tries it out. Things could be worse: he fell in the river this afternoon - he could have been ploughed under by a tug, etc. Mary is able to smile; she's got the idea. She remembers an instance when Frank's application of "things could be worse" rescued her and averted family schism; graceful lead-in to flashback, Maeve and Johnny's bedroom, and a fifteen-year-old Mary Ryan in tears of rage and despair in the middle of her parents' bed. Frank comes into the room, learns the cause of the Maeve-Mary Donneybrook which has just rocked the apartment. Maeve has forbidden Mary to wear makeup to the school dance that evening, and further, she has made her swear she will not put makeup on once she's out of the house and Maeve's line of vision. Mary is strangling with fury and mortification; she cannot believe her mother is so incredibly out of it. Frank says it could be worse; Maeve could have her in black to her ankles with black lyle stockings and laced up shoes and buttons up to her chin. He leads her through an increasingly absurd series of alternatives to her present situation and finally addresses himself to the problem at hand. He agrees with Maeve. Mary fairly howls in agony at the prospect of her freckles exposed. Frank protests. Mary Ryan doesn't need makeup. She can walk into the gym with her face scrubbed clean, the most beautiful girl in Riverside. Frank is, within the context of their relationship, making love to Mary, and in the process he relieves her anxiety, restores her self-confidence, and leaves her looking forward to the dance. In the Neurology waiting area, Fenelli hears the end of the story, how Mary went to the dance and had a wonderful time and no one noticed that she was the only girl there without makeup, and how she did indeed feel as if she were not only the most beautiful girl in Riverside, but also the bravest. At this point, the orderly and nurse emerge from Frank's room, pushing his empty bed. Mary and Fenelli exchange a look and rise..

ACT FIVE - FRANK'S HOSPITAL ROOM/NEUROLOGY - LATER (AROUND 10PM) CAST: FRANK, ED, MARY, JACK, DELIA, PAT, MAEVE, JOHNNY, BOB, NURSE, ORDERLY Frank's bed (with him in it) is wheeled into position in the room. Maeve and Johnny move to the foot of the bed, Mary to the side; Delia stays on the other side of the room. Has he woken up? Has he said anything? Pat is reassuring her as Ed enters; it went smoothly, but there still isn't much definitive he can tell them. They removed the hematoma from the area surrounding the fractured vertebra and got a good look at what happened. There is an area of marked softening in the spinal cord, and this means that damage has been done. However, how critical the damage is, they won't really know for another few days. Once the swelling has gone down and pressure is relieved, and once Frank regains consciousness, they'll have a much clearer picture. Delia begins to cry again. She wants to go home. Ed thinks that's a good idea. It's highly unlikely that Frank will come around tonight; much better that Delia get some rest. Delia wants her baby. Maeve reinforces; Pat take Delia out. Ed, Maeve and Johnny accompany them to the elevator, leaving Mary to have moment alone while she struggles with grief and fear. Fenelli comes quietly up behind her and puts a hand on her shoulder. Bob approaches and he gets a brief recap from Ed in the hall. Before Maeve and Johnny return, he tells Mary that  something is very wrong. He went to the staircase, looked around carefully. It's broad and well lit; there was no trace of grease or water; nothing to cause an accident. He then went down to the ER and checked Frank's shoes; nothing there. He did, however, cause some commotion in the Emergency Room: when he asked to see Frank's things, the $6,500., supposedly found in his coat pocket, was missing.

Episode 7 July 15, 1975

Jill Coleridge arrives at the Ryan's pub, and J.P. apprises her of Frank's accident. Jack comforts Mary at the hospital and then leaves, telling her he'll check in with her tomorrow. Jill goes to the hospital and visits Frank.  When she steps outside of the room, she remembers happier times with Frank.  Delia talks to Pat and questions if he thinks Frank will ever wake up.

Episode 8 July 16, 1975

Bob Reid begins questioning people about the events leading up to Frank's accident.  Ramona tells Bob that Frank met with Nick Szabo before the accident.  Nell meets with Ed Coleridge, who tells her that he doesn't have the money in his budget to give her a job.  Afterwards, Nell meets with Marshall Westheimer and threatens to use her family that has contributed a great deal of money to Riverside to assure a position.  Marshall assures her that he will set Ed Coleridge straight.  Roger meets with Nick Szabo, who tells him that now that he's paid his debt, his credit is good again.  Bob questions Roger about the $6,500.

Episode 9 July 17, 1975

When Pat suggests that Mary put Frank's campaign on hold for a few days, Mary explodes.  Ed is outraged when Marshall insists that he offer Nell a position.   Bob questions Nick Szabo.  Ed offers Nell a job, but admits that he hopes it won't meet her expectations and that she'll use her connections to find another position elsewhere.  Nell is infuriated and asks that Ed spare her his moral lectures and let her get on with her work.

Episode 10 July 18, 1975

Ed Coleridge gives the Ryans Frank's diagnosis, which is a hairline fracture of the skull and a displaced fracture of the third cervical vertebra, with hemorrhaging.  Ed operates on Frank, with Roger assisting.  Bucky comforts Faith, who is upset about Frank's condition.  Jack comforts Mary and she tells him stories of growing up with Frank as a big brother.  Bob tells Mary about the $6,500 that was found in Frank's pocket, which is now missing.

Episode 11 July 21, 1975

An angry Seneca learns why Nell has left him.  Johnny seeks reassurance from Ed that Frank will be his old self again - but does not get it.  Faith confides in Bucky that she became a doctor to earn her father's approval and to annoy her brother.  Nell makes it clear to Seneca that her future does not include him and asks him to leave.  Ed admits to Faith that he is concerned about Frank.  Unnoticed by anyone, Frank's eyelids flicker.

Episode 12 July 22, 1975

Roger is impressed with Nell as he gives her a tour of the facilities.  Bucky attempts to divert Pat's concern for his brother by asking for advice about Faith.  Just as Roger and Nell begin to get close, Seneca shows up.  Nell makes introductions.  Seneca makes a last effort at reconciliation, but Nell says there is nothing he can do to change her mind.  Ed finds Nell crying after she has said her final goodbyes to Seneca.

Episode 13 July 23, 1975

Roger tells Mary and Delia that Frank's color is looking better, but Delia takes a negative attitude. Mary and Delia exchange words, and Delia leaves. Bucky leaves flowers for Faith. Ramona admits to Jack that Frank met with Nick Szabo on the afternoon of his accident. Bob comforts Delia as she tells him that Frank makes her a better person. When a reporter arrives at the hospital inquiring about Frank, Jack tells the reporter that he's on the story and to stay out of his way.

Episode 14 July 24, 1975

When Faith gets her flowers from Bucky, she tells him that he has misunderstood her intentions, and that she only wants to be friends.  Bucky tells Faith that her honesty has only made him like her more.  Delia tells Maeve that Mary is mad at her, and Maeve asks Mary to apologize for the sake of family harmony.  Mary's apology inspires a small smile of satisfaction from Delia.  Jill visits Frank and flashes back to a time when they were planning a future together.  As Jill watches Frank, he murmurs Delia's name.

Episode 15 July 25, 1975

Jill reacts to Frank's calling for Delia, and sends the nurse for her father.  Nell and Bucky comfort each other over their problems with Seneca and Faith.  Ed examines Frank, only to have Frank slip under again.  Nell reviews Frank's first set of x-rays and indicates to Ed that she doubts the possibility of a favorable outcome for Frank.  Frank recognizes Mary and says "Push."

Episode 16 July 28, 1975

Frank repeats the word "pushed" to Mary, but then lapses again into unconsciousness.  Ed warns Mary that she shouldn't get too optimistic, but seems more hopeful. Jill talks to Ed about their family compared to the Ryans'. Mary tells Bob what Frank said to her and he asks her not to tell anyone else. After Nell hangs up on a call with Seneca, Ed tries to comfort her and asks her to dinner. Nell refuses, explaining that she has things to take care of that evening. Mary tells Johnny, Maeve and Delia that Frank said her name, and Delia presses to know if he said anything else.

Episode 17 July 29, 1975

Jill tells Delia that Frank murmured something else to Mary, but that she is unsure what he said.  Delia seems pleased when Jill leaves upset after Delia talks about her love for her husband.  Bucky is ecstatic when Faith gives him a picture of a sailing ship.  Jack asks Nick about his relationship with Frank.  Bob walks in during Jack's questioning and asks him outside to tell him that if he does anything to upset the Ryan family, he'll take him apart.  Bucky asks Faith to dinner and she accepts.  After Bob questions Delia, she tells Pat that she thinks Bob believes what happened to Frank wasn't an accident.

Episode 18 July 30, 1975

Nell tells Ed that Frank's x-rays indicate early pneumonia in both lungs, and that she will do more x-rays the next morning. When Bucky starts to make more plans for Faith and him, she tells him that he is moving to fast, and that she just wants to be friends.  After Ed talks to Pat about Frank's condition, Pat has a flashback to a moment when Frank cheered him up about his pre-med classes. Ed walks in at the end of Clem and Nell having an argument.  Clem tells Ed that if Nell isn't straightened out, that the neurology department will suffer.  Faith worries that there is something wrong with her because she doesn't have stronger feelings for Bucky.

Episode 19 July 31, 1975

Mary warms to Jack and decides that she can trust him. She tells him that Frank said "push" to her. Bob is upset to see Mary with Jack again. When she tells Bob that she confided in Jack, he angrily tells her that it was a stupid thing to do. After Nell has a run in with Ramona, she complains to Ed. Ed tells Nell that he can no longer accept her disrupting his staff. Nell comes back to Ed's office later with bad news about Frank's x-rays.

August 1975 Daily Recaps

Episode 20 August 1, 1975

Delia questions Mary about Frank's murmurs, and Mary tells her that she isn't sure what he said, because he wasn't making much sense.  Mary tells Pat that Frank said "pushed," but that they can't tell anyone, including Delia and their parents.  Ed shares the bad news with Faith that Frank definitely has pneumonia in both lungs, and that it's developing rapidly.  He admits that he doesn't think Frank will live.  When Maeve and Johnny encounter a happy Delia, they get optimistic about Frank.  After Ed tells Pat about Frank's condition, Pat goes to the pub and tells his family.

Episode 21 August 4, 1975

Delia gets hysterical about the possibility of Frank living but being paralyzed, and Mary slaps her.  Delia confronts Mary and says that Frank wouldn't want to live that way, but Mary insists that Frank is going to get well.  When a lonely Nell asks Bucky to dinner, he excitedly tells her that he can't because he's having dinner with Faith.  Later Bucky finds out that he has to work all night due to a schedule change, and Nell accepts a dinner invitation from Roger.  Mary has a flashback to Frank telling her how good Delia is for him, which motivates her to apologize to Delia.

Episode 22 August 5, 1975

Maeve and Johnny fight to hold on to rapidly diminishing hope.  Maeve remembers the time when Frank bought her new linoleum for the kitchen when he was accepted into law school.  Roger and Nell go to the Ryans' bar and Johnny meets Nell.  Roger tells Nell about the Ryan family, and although she doesn't go into detail about her life, she admits to Roger that Seneca is back in Minnesota.  When Roger escorts Nell home after dinner, he attempts to stay, but she sends him on his way.  Seneca calls and once again tells Nell he wants her back.  Nell hears him out, but concludes that she made the right decision in leaving him.

Episode 23 August 6, 1975

Bob Reid is frustrated that despite the evidence of Frank saying "push" and finding $6,500 in Frank's pocket, the investigation has been fruitless.  Ed is concerned about the secretions accumulating in Frank's lungs, and decides to do a tracheotomy.  After the tracheotomy is completed, Mary and Bob go in to see Frank.  They share their love for Frank, and Bob gets emotional, leaning over Frank and asking him to wake up and tell him who did this to him.  Bucky and Faith spend the day sunbathing and drinking aquavit.  As Faith gets more drunk, she questions Bucky about his money.

Episode 24 August 7, 1975

Jack seeks to learn more about Frank Ryan from Jill, and gets angry when she is remote.  He accuses her of knowing more than she is telling.  When Jack leaves, after confronting Jill about her remoteness, she remembers when Frank broke through her walls.  As Bucky and Faith continue drinking on his boat, he confides his hopes to her about a future for them.  By the time he does, Faith falls asleep.  Bucky tries without success to wake her up, and calls Roger out of desperation to find out if she's allergic to anything.  Roger comforts Jill as she watches Frank.  Gradually it occurs to Jill that Roger knows more than he is saying.

Episode 25 August 8, 1975

Delia presents Mary with a bottle of cologne as an apology, and Mary accepts graciously.  Delia presses Pat about what Bob knows from his investigation.  Jack and Mary go out, and she gets him to open up about himself.  When Faith wakes up out of her drunken sleep, she is annoyed with Bucky.  She believes that he got her drunk so that he could seduce her.  Mary intuitively decides that Frank needs her and that she needs to rush to the hospital just as Pat enters Frank's room and finds him laboring to breathe.

Episode 26 August 11, 1975

Pat reacts in horror to Frank's worsening condition, just as Jack and Mary arrive.  Jill questions Roger about how he knew about her relationship with Frank, and he tells her that he could read it in her face.  Roger agrees to keep it a secret.  Jack is surprised that Mary instinctively knew that something was wrong with Frank.  As he begins to understand the depth of her relationship with her oldest brother, he is sympathetic for what she is going through.  He tells her that he would like to take her home and make love to her.  She assures him that she is flattered, but that it isn't appropriate with what is happening to Frank.  When Roger teases and questions Faith about her evening with Bucky, she flares and goes off to bed furious.

Episode 27 August 12, 1975

Seneca calls and complains to Nell that her absence has embarrassed and inconvenienced him.  Nell loses her temper and suggests that he adjust to the fact that she's gone.   Bucky tries to initiate conversation with Faith, but she is still upset with him.  She questions why he had to compound the problem by calling Roger.  She tells Bucky that she regrets the whole evening just as Pat arrives.  When Bucky leaves in despair, Pat asks Faith why she was so rough on him.  As Pat defends Bucky, he sees a new side of Faith.  Faith apologizes to Bucky, and offers to cook dinner for him.  When Nell has a run in with Nick Szabo, Clem calls her on it.

Episode 28 August 13, 1975

Mary and Roger collide into each other at the elevator, and talk about old times.  Jack questions Delia about what happened to Frank, and as he presses, Delia is shaken.  As Delia and Maeve look in on Frank, Delia tells Maeve of her regrests of not spending more time with Frank.  Maeve assures her that she'll still have her chance.  Roger is annoyed when Jack interrupts his conversation with Mary.  As Roger gives a friendly warning that Mary's conversations with Jack may end up in the paper, Mary assures Roger that she trusts Jack.

Episode 29 August 14, 1975

Johnny asks Nell to be honest with him about Frank's condition, and she gently tells him that Frank is dying. Nick Szabo tells Bob the history between his family and the Ryans, and Bob vows to Nick that he will find the person who pushed Frank. Ed walks in on Johnny and Nell's conversation, and thanks Nell for the way she handled the situation. Ed apologizes for the way he has treated her since they met. Seneca calls Marshall Westheimer and questions him about Nell. Johnny tries to tell Maeve that Frank is dying, but she assures him that she already knows.

Episode 30 August 15, 1975

When Bob tells Delia that Frank is dying, Delia looks both sad and relieved.  Roger tells Jill the news about Frank.  He also tells her of his interest in Mary Ryan.  Jack consoles Mary as she deals with the fact that Frank is dying.  Delia complains to Jill that Frank's life was wasted because he lived it for other people instead of himself.  The Ryan family is gathered in Frank's room as he is fading and his life is flashing in his head. The last thing he hears is Mary's voice crying -"Frank, Frank!"

Episode 31 August 18, 1975

As Mary calls out Frank's name, Ed enters with a syringe and container of a new antibiotic.  Ed tells the Ryans that if Frank can hold on for another 24 hours, it may give the medicine a chance to take effect.  Faith goes to Jill's apartment to tell her that Frank's on a new antibiotic.  Faith asks Jill for advice about her situation with Bucky.  Jill comforts Faith, and Faith comments that Jill has changed.  Jill admits that she has had a lot of changes in her emotional life lately.  Jack opens up to Mary and tells her that he'd like to take her downtown to meet someone close to him.  Faith tries to encourage Bucky, but looks distressed when they share a kiss.  As Pat comforts Delia at Frank's side, Jill interrupts.  Delia tells Jill that she would like to be alone with her husband.

Episode 32 August 19, 1975

Nell walks in on a depressed Ed in his office and offers to buy him dinner.  Ed offers to cook them dinner instead, and Nell accepts.  Jack introduces Mary to Jumbo, who is a long time friend and father figure to Jack.  As Ed and Nell enjoy dinner, he asks her about Seneca.  Jumbo subjects Mary to the third degree, and then gives his approval.

Episode 33 August 20, 1975

Ed and Nell arrive at Nell's hotel room, and when she asks him to come in for a drink, they kiss.  Pat tries to comfort Delia, and she admits that sometimes she thinks that things would have been much simpler if Pat had married her.  Bucky asks Faith to spend the next day with him on his houseboat, no strings attached.  When he presses, she finally agrees.  Ed and Nell talk openly about their hopes for a possible future together.  As Pat and Delia discuss their former relationship, a nurse comes out of Frank's room and tells them that Frank's temperature is down.  When she tells Pat that Frank seems to be breathing easier, Pat is overjoyed, but Delia gets hysterical.

Episode 34 August 21, 1975

Pat calls Johnny and Maeve and gives them the good news about Frank.  The Ryan family celebrates over breakfast.  Faith arrives with a huge armload of flowers for Maeve, and Pat sees Faith in a new light.  Faith tells Pat that she would like to be there with the Ryans when Frank wakes up, and she is upset when she remembers that she has promised Bucky to spend the day on his houseboat.  Mary declines when Bob asks her out, but accepts an invitation from Jack to join him for coffee.  Jack and Mary share their first kiss.

Episode 35 August 22, 1975

When Ramona calls the Ryans to tell them that Frank seems to be regaining consciousness, Delia flies out of the bar to head for the hospital.  Faith walks into Ed's office and finds Ed and Nell being affectionate.  Faith is embarrassed and tells her father goodbye as she is leaving for the weekend.  She is frosty toward Nell.  Seneca calls Westheimer and tells him that he has just arrived in town.  Bucky tells Faith that he is falling in love with her, and asks if they can be more than friends.  When Frank opens his eyes and looks at Maeve, Delia gets hysterical.

Episode 36 August 25, 1975

Faith panics at the thought of making love to Bucky.  Ed helps Nell find an apartment and finds out more about her past with Seneca.  Seneca arrives in New York to make arrangements for an appointment in Riverside – on his own terms. A hysterical Faith tries to convince Bucky that her panic has nothing to do with him.  Bucky calms Faith and tries to find out what is wrong with her.  Seneca’s demands include the job that Ed wants.  Ed’s interest in Nell grows.  Faith tries to explain her behavior to Bucky.  They both decide it is time to go home.

Episode 37 August 26, 1975

Delia is in hysterics when Frank awakens and looks alert.  Mary and Jack spend the morning together, and when he makes a move on her, she lets him know she wants to move slowly.  Mary calls the hospital from Jack’s apartment and finds out about Frank.  Roger explains to Frank what his condition is.  Frank is unable to talk because of trach tube.  Delia is barely able to look at Frank, and faints when Johnny brings her to Frank’s side.  Nick displays a considerable interest in Frank’s recovery.  Roger ponders what Frank’s recovery could mean to Nick.  Delia fires questions at Roger about Frank’s condition.  Mary arrives to see Frank.

Episode 38 August 27, 1975

Bucky asks Nell for advice but asks her to keep it confidential.  Faith makes a bid for her father’s attention but he tells her that he has a dinner date.  Delia interrupts Mary and Frank’s reunion and asks to spend some time alone with Frank.  After Bucky tells her his problem, Nell suggests professional help.  Faith tries to get through to her father and is saddened when he blows her off.  Mary and Bob interrupt Delia’s moment with Frank.  Ed sends everyone home so that Frank can rest and Delia throws tantrum.  Faith resents Nell and directs some of her hurt and frustration toward her father at her.  Ed shares with Nell that he does not understand Faith at times and Nell tells him that the one thing that Faith needs is his understanding.

Episode 39 August 28, 1975

Pat pries information out of a dejected Bucky and tells him that he should not avoid Faith. Roger tries frantically to awaken Frank.  Jill remembers a promise that Frank made her regarding their future. Pat takes Faith to Ryan’s to cheer her up.  Jill has private moment with Frank before Clem arrives to say when Frank’s trach is to be removed.  Roger admits to Frank that he took the money and tells Frank not to tell anyone.  Pat prompts the reconciliation between Faith and Bucky.

Episode 40 August 29, 1975

Frank’s trach has been removed.  Ed and Nell have picnic dinner in Nell’s empty apartment.  Seneca gets good news and sets out to find Nell.  Maeve and Johnny are excited that Frank is able to talk.  Mary and Bob tell them about “pushed” and they ponder what it could have meant.  Seneca interrupts an intimate moment between Ed and Nell.  Jack and Bob compete for Mary’s attention.  Delia steals away to the hospital room where she wakes Frank up.

September 1975 Daily Recaps

Episode 41 September 1, 1975

Faith tries to thank Pat for bringing her to the pub but is interrupted when Nancy enters, stealing Pat’s attention.  Seneca confronts Nell after finding her kissing Ed.  Faith is troubled by the sexual chemistry Pat and Nancy share and dances with Bucky to escape.  Seneca tells Nell that he moved out here for reconciliation, but Nell tells him that it is too late.  Nancy dances with Bucky and upsets Faith, who asks to be taken home.

Episode 42 September 2, 1975

As Mary and Jack babysit Little John, they begin to talk about their thoughts on marriage and babies.  Delia tries to justify her actions and pleads with Frank not to tell anyone.  Faith opens up to Bucky and tells him that she is uncomfortable with her sexuality.  Bob interrupts Mary and Jack to tell Mary that Frank woke up.  Delia’s plea to Frank is interrupted by arrival of Mary and Bob, who want Frank to tell them what happened.

Episode 43 September 3, 1975

Delia is relieved when Frank tells Mary and Bob that he does not remember the accident.   Frank says that he does remember the $6,500, and that he took it out of his own savings account that morning to put into the campaign fund.  Maeve and Johnny discuss their concern about Jack’s interest in Mary. Jill confirms their reason for concern.  Frank tells Delia that the reason he lied is because he doesn’t want anyone to know that his wife tried to kill him, and that he won’t make any promises to her about their future together.  Bob and Mary are dismayed with Frank’s story.  Delia confronts Jill about Jill and Frank’s relationship and tells her that their affair is over.  Jack and Mary fight when he tells her that he does not believe Frank’s story.

Episode 44 September 4, 1975

Nick gets Frank to cooperate with the story he told Jack and Bob.  Mary is perplexed when she finds Nick with Frank.  Nell apologizes to Ed for Seneca’s interruption of their evening.  She confirms that even though Seneca seems to be set on staying in town, her marriage is over.  Seneca questions Marshall about Ed and Nell.  Frank eases Mary’s fears about Nick.  Mary wants to resolve the whole issue of the $6,500.  Seneca interrupts Ed and Nell to question Ed about hospital issues, but Ed refuses to discuss anything until Seneca joins the staff.  Mary talks to the nurse that found the $6,500 on Frank.  Nolan Ryan arrives at the hospital.

Episode 45 September 5, 1975

Pat tells Frank that they are going to run tests on him to find out what the extent of the damage is and what they can do about it.  Mary calls Pat to come see Nolan Ryan in the ER.  Jill and Frank discuss their future together and the situation with Delia.  Mary discovers that Nolan Ryan has a problem and tries to help him keep his photo out of the paper by shielding him from Fenelli.  Jill and Frank reach an understanding as Delia arrives.  Mary distracts Fenelli, as Pat is able to get Nolan to Neurology for an x-ray.  Frank tells Delia that in exchange for his not telling anyone that she pushed him, he wants her to keep quiet about his relationship with Jill.

Episode 46 September 8, 1975

Delia begins an emotional confession and Father McShane realizes who she is.  Nolan arrives at Ryan’s to thank Mary.  Jack sees Mary kiss Nolan as he is leaving and becomes jealous.  Seneca tries to find out what Ed means to Nell, and becomes furious when his attempts fail.  Delia pours out grief to Father McShane over what she’s done.  Father McShane approves of her intention to try and make it up to Frank and his family.  Jack and Mary work out their problems.  Johnny expresses his worries to Maeve about Mary’s trust in Jack.  Delia shares with Maeve that she is ready to start over and make a new beginning.

Episode 47 September 9, 1975

Mary convinces Frank to speak with Jack.  Frank is taken aback by the relationship between Mary and Jack, but agrees to let it rest until he is better.  Bucky realizes that something is terribly wrong with Nell and offers to be there for her if she needs him.  Jack interviews Frank and is unsatisfied with his answers.  Mary is troubled about the outcome.  Faith, Bucky and Pat make plans for an outing at the houseboat.  Johnny expresses parental concern to Mary about Fenelli.  Mary asks him to give Jack a chance to prove himself.  Fenelli gives the story about Frank to his editor for the afternoon edition.

Episode 48 September 10, 1975

Delia shares with Frank about her confession to Father McShane and that she has vowed to make a change.  Frank tells her that there is no future for them.  Seneca talks with Bucky about Nell.  Bucky suggests that he talk to Ed to see if he has any information.  Seneca resolves to do just that.  Nick offers to help Delia if she ever gets into a bind.  Seneca confronts Ed and demands that he leave Nell alone.  Delia files a claim for the hospital to repay the missing $6500.  Jill tries to stand up to an adamant Delia when she is told the conditions of which she can see Frank, but the moment is clearly Delia’s.

Episode 49 September 11, 1975

Bucky helps out in a crisis, but then takes off for the weekend with the keys to the narcotic’s cabinet.  Jack’s editor confirms that the Frank Ryan story will run in the early edition of the paper.  Mary asks to read story and Jack tells her that it is not ready.  Jack takes Mary to see Sister Mary Joel.  Bucky is called back to hospital and leaves Pat and Faith on the houseboat – alone.  Pat teaches Faith to dance and she tells him that she feels more comfortable with him than Bucky.  Jack admits that he cares about what Sister Mary Joel thinks about him.  Sister Mary Joel needs Jack’s help.

Episode 50 September 12, 1975

After a cordial meeting with Mary, Sister Mary Joel calls in a favor of Jack.  Jill wishes that she and Frank could bring their relationship out into the open.  Frank goes against Delia’s wishes and asks Jill not to file a claim for the money.  Sister Mary Joel shares with Mary how to break through Jack’s aloofness.  Johnny motivates Frank to send a mental signal to move his little toe.  Mary has a temporary breakthrough with Frank.  Johnny jubilantly tells Maeve about Frank’s progress.  The celebration is dampened when Bob comes in with Fenelli’s column about Frank.

Episode 51 September 15, 1975

Mary hears part of Jack’s column and apologizes to her family for trusting Fenelli.  Jill shares with Roger how upset she is about Fenelli’s column and that she is worried about the effects that it will have on Frank’s political career.  Nick is furious about the column and demands that the hospital finds Roger – who is expecting his call.  Mary and Jack have an angry encounter over his column.  Nick is furious with Roger and learns that he knows something about Frank.  Mary and Jack experience a sense of loss.

Episode 52 September 16, 1975

Delia is stunned when she learns that Frank wants her to be silent about his canceling the claim for the hospital to pay the $6500.  Ed learns of Seneca’s appointment as Chief of Neurology.  Faith cheers up a downcast Mary and shares with her how special she feels the Ryan men are – especially Pat.  Reactions to Seneca as Head of Neurology are heated.  Frank asks Mary to trust him and gives her hope that Fenelli will eat his words.

Episode 53 September 17, 1975

Mary learns that the party leaders want a new candidate.  Faith and Roger deal with the news of Seneca’s appointment.  Ed tells Seneca that he plans to continue to see Nell.  Mary pleads on Frank’s behalf and wins him a ten day extension.  Nick speculates about what Roger knows about Frank Ryan.  Roger sets out to be charming to Seneca and upsets Faith.  Jack tries to see Mary and Bob throws him out of campaign headquarters.

Episode 54 September 18, 1975

Pat helps Bucky make plans to cheer up Faith regarding Seneca’s appointment.  After receiving an injection, Nick apologizes for any embarrassment his relationship with Frank and Johnny may have caused them – then goes into convulsions.  Bucky waits for Pat and Faith as they deal with a nurse’s mistake.  Maeve is outraged at Seneca’s appointment.  Delia decides to try to be like Jill.  Faith and Pat share a moment of intimacy then realize that they forgot about Bucky.

Episode 55 September 19, 1975

Mary convinces Ed to let her be assigned to Frank’s therapy.  Roger is very glad to see Mary.  Nell asks Ed to make an observation from x-rays for an unnamed patient.  Roger charmingly says, “told you so” about Fenelli and makes a date with Mary.  Under Roger’s supervision, Mary exhorts Frank to try to move his leg and he manages to move it a fraction. Ed and Roger discuss Ed’s concern about Nell.  Ed has a revelation.

Episode 56 September 22, 1975

Ed goes to Nell and gets her to confirm his revelation that she is suffering from brain aneurysms.  Delia relays information to Jack that Roger is taking Mary on date and Jack sets out to find them.  Ed promises to help Nell in any way he can.  Roger and Mary are having a good time until Jack’s arrival unsettles them.  Mary confronts Jack about their situation.  Jack leaves and Roger is unable to reestablish their earlier mood.

Episode 57 September 23, 1975

Frank makes some progress and Delia fights hard for his approval.  Bucky shares with Pat that he is considering proposing to Faith and Pat tries to dissuade him.  Charley decides to support Frank.  Jill pays Frank a loving visit on the way to headquarters.  Bucky tries desperately to get a moment alone with Faith.  Jill encounters Delia at headquarters and refuses to give in to Dee’s demand that she give up on the campaign.

Episode 58 September 24, 1975

Delia discusses her marital problems with Father McShane and vows a new approach.  Ed studies Nell’s x-rays again and confirms the diagnosis.  He promises to make her days ahead the best possible.  Delia keeps her vow and deals with Frank in a loving way and reminds Frank of better days.  Seneca attempts to use his professional relationship as a stepping-stone to a personal relationship with Nell, but to no avail.  Frank tries to dissuade Delia from changing for him but Delia feels that there is still hope for them.

Episode 59 September 25, 1975

A drunken Jack calls out for Mary and awakens the entire Ryan household.  Bucky tells Faith that loving her is driving him crazy and forces her to make a decision.  Maeve calms Johnny’s anxiety that he did not deal with Fenelli.  Jack tells Mary that he’s had too much to drink because of her.  Bucky faces the truth that he must give up seeing Faith.  Jack apologizes when he realizes how much he hurt Mary.

Episode 60 September 26

Nick tries to find out what Roger has on Frank.  Bucky shares with Pat what happened between him and Faith.  Nell and Faith share heated words.  A discouraged Frank asks Pat to level with him about his physical condition.  Faith blasts Nell, and is reprimanded by Ed and comforted by Pat.  Frank wrestles with guilt over his love for Jill.

Episode 61 September 29, 1975

An effort to ease the tension between them only makes things more painful for Bucky and Faith.  Bucky learns that Nell has a terminal condition and promises not to tell Seneca.  Troubled Faith gets help from Maeve.  Seneca learns of a near fatal error and confronts Ed. Nell forgives Ed for telling Faith about her.  Bucky seeks comfort – and a drink from Maeve.

Episode 62 September 30, 1975

Delia shows off her latest efforts to win Frank’s approval, and doesn’t succeed.  Bob’s efforts to invite Mary out are interrupted by Roger’s arrival with Fenelli’s latest column. An agitated Delia blurts out about the unfairness of Frank withdrawing the claim for the missing $6500 – to none other than Jack Fenelli.  Jack obtains confirmation from Jill about the claim and is sure that he is on to something.

October 1975 Daily Recaps

Episode 63 October 1, 1975

A nice moment between Mary and Roger is interrupted by Jack, who has a challenge for Mary.  Seneca collects a hung-over Bucky – and gets some unsettling information.  Jack suggests to Mary that she ask Frank why he didn’t file the insurance claim.  Pat comforts Faith and puts in a good word for Bucky, but succeeds instead in heightening her interest in Pat.  Roger repays Frank part of what he “borrowed” and reiterates his need for secrecy.  Mary agrees to question Frank about the claim.

Episode 64 October 2, 1975

Jill tells Frank that Fenelli was asking questions about the insurance.  Seneca tries to find out what Bucky meant about the x-rays with no success.  Bucky is inspired to reconsider his situation with Faith.  Mary asks Frank about the claim, and he cannot give her an answer.  Mary is shaken when she realizes that Frank is holding the truth from her.  Johnny tells Mary he doesn’t want her to get involved with Jack.  Pat and Faith are having a lovely time together, which Bucky observes.

Episode 65 October 3, 1975

A therapist and Pat work with Frank to move his arm, without results.  Pat realizes Bucky’s family owns Carter Shoes.  A chess game triggers memories of past happiness for Jill and Frank.  Delia catches Jill and Frank in a loving embrace.  Seneca shares with Nell how much he misses her.  Delia vows to Jill and Frank that she plans to fight for her marriage.  Frank raises his arm successfully.  Nell has a blinding migraine while arguing with Seneca.

Episode 66 October 6, 1975

Nell refuses help from Seneca and demands to see Ed.  Delia wants to help on Frank’s campaign and tries to get Bob to assign her to a cable television interview.  Nick encourages Roger’s gambling and tells Herbie to give him as much open credit as possible.  Ed treats Nell and refuses to give any information to Seneca.  Bob considers sending Delia on a television interview but Jill puts a stop to it.

Episode 67 October 7, 1975

Johnny explores the insurance claim situation with Frank.  Jack gets close to figuring out the reason Frank refused to file a claim.  Seneca tries to get information about Nell from Bucky and fails.  Jack confronts Frank head-on but gets nothing conclusive because Jill arrives.  Nell realizes that a big part of why she doesn’t want Seneca to know about her condition is because it will make it more real to her.  Jack learns from Ramona that Jill is one of Frank’s most devoted visitors.

Episode 68 October 8, 1975

Delia is horrified by Jack’s question, “Is Frank having an affair with Jill Coleridge?”  Ed cannot involve himself emotionally with Faith, who is very upset because she thinks he is mad at her over the Nell situation.  Jack breaks Delia down and she swears him to secrecy about using her as his source.  Pat comforts Faith and further piques her interest.  Jack confronts Jill about her affair with Frank.  She refuses to admit anything, but is shaken.

Episode 69 October 9, 1975

Frank makes progress, slowly and painfully.  Faith arrives at Ryan’s expecting to find Pat and finds him with a girl.  Jill stops by the hospital long enough to warn Frank about Fenelli’s suspicions.  Maeve tries to give Faith some guidance about Pat.  A power struggle between Delia and Frank motivates Frank to raise his arm.

Episode 70 October 10, 1975

Faith consults Jill about having been sexually aroused – by Pat Ryan.  Mary works with Frank, and her trust in him is strengthened.  Faith repairs her relationship with Nell but fails to do so with Bucky.  Seneca begins searching Nell’s office.  Pat feels instincts to repair Faith and Bucky’s relationship.  Jack arrives and has a confrontation with Frank.  Nell catches Seneca with her x-rays in his hands.

Episode 71 October 13, 1975

Nell realizes that Seneca knows the truth.  Jack confronts Frank with knowledge of his affair and demands answers to other questions.  Pat comforts Faith over lunch at her house.  Nell refuses any help from Seneca regarding her condition and tells him that she has to do this on her own.  Frank shares the partial truth with Jack and is unsuccessful at finding out whether or not Jack plans to publish the story.

Episode 72 October 14, 1975

Frank agrees with Jack that Mary should be told of the affair but wants to tell her himself. Seneca questions Ed’s professional ethics that he as a physician would allow Nell to walk around with a time bomb in her head.  Frank tells Mary about his affair with Jill.  Seneca makes an effort to help Nell through Bucky, and finds out the real reason Nell was secretive about her condition.  Frank is anxious to know Mary’s reaction to finding out about his affair.

Episode 73 October 15, 1975

Faith and Sybil arrive at Ryan’s anticipating spending some time with Pat.  Frank tells Jill about his visit with Mary and Jill offers to give him up.  Faith manages to send Sybil away and delights in Pat’s company when he arrives.  Delia’s outpouring of devotion to Frank unhinges Mary further.  Maeve cautions Pat about Faith and he abruptly changes course.

Episode 74 October 16, 1975

Faith invites Pat over for an intimate dinner in which he declines.  Mary is troubled about Frank and Jill’s affair but is working to understand the situation.  Bucky tries to persuade Nell to consider Seneca’s suggestion about the magnetic technique, but fails.  Pat offers Faith a reason that things between them will never work.  Mary shares her feelings about Fenelli to Frank and the information doesn’t please him.

Episode 75 October 17, 1975

Delia pours her heart out to Fr. McShane and receives counseling.  Mary expresses to Jill her gratitude that she was able to make Frank happy.  Pat makes dinner dates with both Faith and Bucky and confers with Mrs. Lem.  Delia uses Little John as a bargaining chip to get Jill to give up Frank.  Bucky and Faith find themselves together in strange circumstances.  Mary’s apology produces a flare of anger from Jack.

Episode 76 October 20, 1975

Bucky and Faith find a basis for continuing their relationship – as friends.  Mary convinces Jack that her apology is heartfelt and Jack is unsure as to whether or not he can trust her.  Jack tells Mary that he will not use the information he has on Frank until after the election.  Frank asks advice from Fr. McShane.

Episode 77 October 21, 1975

Dee objects when Frank is asked to make a personal appearance.  Faith blows up at Pat for interfering and is later comforted, which Bucky witnesses.  Delia objects to Frank’s public appearance and accuses Jill of using the campaign to keep Frank away from her.  Pat apologizes to Bucky, who gives him permission to help Faith in any way he can.

Episode 78 October 22, 1975

Bucky encourages Seneca to try again to convince Nell to go forward with the treatment.  Mary agrees to see Jack.  Bob fails when he tries to dissuade Mary from resuming her relationship with Jack.  Bob and Johnny are in total agreement about the Mary-Jack situation.  Mary and Jack mutually acknowledge pleasure in being friends again.  Seneca goes to see Nell and tells her that he wants to buy her more time – so that she can spend some of it with him.  Mary and Jack establish that they will have a relationship.

Episode 79 October 23, 1975

Faith seems to be at odds with all of the men in her life.  Mary exhorts a huge effort from Frank, which upsets Delia.  Seneca shares with Bucky a present that he wants to give to Nell.  Ed scolds Faith and Roger, leaving Faith in need of rescuing and Pat rises to the bait.  Mary forces Delia from Frank’s room.

Episode 80 October 24, 1975

Emotional Delia scares Maeve about Frank, and enlists her help.  Jill works to help Frank get better faster, while Delia tries to slow things down.  Bob asks Mary to a political function and is slighted when Jack arrives.  Seneca thwarts Delia’s plans when he says that Frank making the appearance could be the best thing for his recovery.  Mary’s interest in Fenelli is intensifying.  Delia vandalizes the campaign headquarters.

Episode 81 October 27, 1975

Bob discovers the depths of Delia’s unhappiness and vows to help her get more time with Frank.  Nell agrees to consider the magnetic technique.  Faith arrives to see Pat.  Delia persuades Maeve into helping her with Frank.  Nell pays Seneca a professional visit and agrees to the magnetic procedure.  The relationship between Pat and Faith progresses, but not to everyone’s approval.

Episode 82 October 28, 1975

Delia intensifies her efforts to make trouble for Frank.  Jack asks Mary to travel with him.  Delia tries to get Pat as an ally for now and the future.  Mary is excited about traveling with Jack but makes it clear to Jack that she is not getting involved in a sexual relationship.  Mary finds out that Delia destroyed the headquarters and heads out to question her about it.  Delia slyly convinces Mary that she wants only good to come out of the campaign for Frank.

Episode 83 October 29, 1975

Frank struggles to sit in his wheelchair and Delia adds to his woes.  Seneca asks Ed to perform the iron-silicone magnetic treatment on Nell.  Maeve reminds Frank of his responsibilities to Delia.  Johnny gets an unsettling phone call regarding Frank.  Under Pat’s guidance, Faith blossoms, which pleases them both.  Frank wants to postpone his decision about Delia until after the election, and more recovery, when he finds that the wheelchair is more than he can manage.

Episode 84 October 30, 1975

Mary and Bob realize how widespread the rumors about Frank are and both go over to the hospital to encourage his efforts.  Roger learns that Delia knows about Frank and Jill’s affair.  He tells Jill that Delia does not want Frank to win the election.  Roger asks Jill for a loan of $2,500 and is turned down.  Delia places another phone call that damages Frank’s campaign.  Clem and Seneca make plans and preparations with Nell for her procedure.  Roger discovers Clem is going to California.  Nell is frightened and asks Seneca for reassurance.  Roger makes a highly emotional appeal to his father.  Frank makes an effort to move a conventional wheelchair and still can’t.  Mary gets Frank an electric wheelchair and Delia demonstrates a considerable interest in how it works.

Episode 85 October 31, 1975

Expectations and hopes are high for Frank’s appearance.  Delia disconnects the wires of the electric wheelchair.  Faith manipulates Bucky into offering to take her place on service so she can go to the rally with Pat.  Jack shares in Mary’s excitement and happiness.  Frank panics when Charley introduces him and his wheelchair doesn’t work.  Roger meets with Clem and Seneca, and threatens to sue if he is not chosen over Clem to be Ed’s assistant in Nell’s operation.  Clem withdraws as Ed’s assistant rather than embarrass Ed, but tells Roger that he is not going to get away with this.  Mary tries to help Frank, but he insists on doing it on his own and succeeds.

November 1975 Daily Recaps

Episode 86 November 3, 1975

Ryan’s is packed and everyone is celebrating Frank’s success.  Maeve observes progress between Pat and Faith and is less than pleased.  A lab technician applies to Seneca for a job in Neurology.  Seneca offers him to Nell as a present and she graciously accepts.  Delia arrives at Ryan’s upset that she was left behind at the rally.  She sees no future for herself at all in terms of Frank.  Maeve puts an end to her self-pity and tells her that enough is enough.  Delia makes an effort to find out when Frank can come home and urges the earliest time possible.  Maeve warns Pat about falling into the trap that Ryan men are susceptible.  Damian notices Faith’s interest in Pat.

Episode 87 November 4, 1975

Headquarters is chaotic as Election Day wears on.  Maeve calms a heated Mary as she reacts to the persistent rumors about Frank’s condition.  Mary shares some of her feelings about Jack with Maeve.  Maeve asks Johnny to make the effort to be pleasant to Jack for Mary’s sake.  Bob apologizes to Mary for being edgy with her regarding Fenelli.  Reports on the local race show Frank to be trailing terribly.  Delia conveys to Jill her anticipation that Frank will lose the election.  Mary and Bob leave to bring Frank to the bar.  Jack and Johnny both make a huge effort to be cordial to one another.  Frank arrives and changes the mood of the bar, which is gloomy due to his being behind.  ABC news has the local race projections.

Episode 88 November 5, 1975

ABC news predicts Frank Ryan the winner and there is happiness all around – except from Delia.  Bucky finds Nell making plans in case the procedure goes wrong and persuades her to come to Ryan’s with him instead.  Frank’s victory intensifies his dilemma.  Bucky deals with the reality of Pat and Faith.  Nell deals with the reality of her feelings for Seneca.   Pat suggests to Mary that Frank should go back to the hospital.  A bad headache renders Nell unconscious.

Episode 89 November 6, 1975

Nell is rushed to the hospital where her leaking aneurysm is confirmed.  Pat and Faith attempt to comfort Bucky.  Kenneth introduces himself to Pat and Faith, and wants to know what happened to Nell.  Seneca wants to be with Nell forever.  Kenneth has a first person encounter with Faith.  Preparations are made for immediate surgery.

Episode 90 November 7, 1975

Mary is full of excitement from the events of the day and is finding it hard to leave Jack. Pat tells Faith that he is going to leave the progression of their relationship to her.  Jack reinforces Mary’s decision to define herself as an individual apart from her brother.  Bucky interrupts an intimate moment between Pat and Faith. Jack expresses to Mary how much he cares about her and pleads for her decision about their future.

Episode 91 November 10, 1975

Nell’s surgery progresses with great tension.  Mary and Jack share intimate moments after making love.  Jack reassures Mary’s insecurities about his past loves.  Seneca consoles a worried Clem who fears the operation may not have gone well.  Seneca recalls a time when Nell feared she would reach old age.  Jack tries to deter Mary from waking her parents when she calls them to tell of her whereabouts.  Seneca explores his concern about Nell with Bucky.  Nell regains consciousness.

Episode 92 November 11, 1975

Mary reaffirms her love for Jack and goes to face her family. Seneca and Bucky attempt to discover if Nell is impaired in any way.  Mary tries to explain her feelings for Jack to Maeve, who feels she has made a huge mistake.  Seneca and Bucky fear that something is wrong with Nell.  Johnny feels that Mary is giving herself to a man that hates her brother.  Mary tells Johnny that he cannot make her feel guilty about loving Jack.

Episode 93 November 12, 1975

Frank and Jill pledge to love one another forever.  Faith seeks reassurance from Pat that she isn’t moving too fast. Bucky catches Faith and Pat in a kiss.  Delia enlists Johnny’s help in getting Frank home as soon as possible.  Frank expounds hope to Jill when he tells her that he is not going home to Delia when he leaves the hospital.  Bucky recovers from the shock of seeing Pat and Faith together and gives them an update on Nell.  Pat tries to explain his feelings for Faith, but Bucky is unapproachable.  Kenneth arranges to stay in Neurology despite Nell’s sickness. Seneca affirms to Johnny and Delia that there will no objection to Frank’s going home. Delia rushes in and delivers the news to Frank and Jill.

Episode 94 November 13, 1975

A triumphant Delia relishes in the fact that Frank is coming home.  Mary calls Jack and is reassured that she did the right thing.  Frank and Jill are forced to deal with the Delia’s manipulation in getting him home, and vow to get through it.  Johnny is hurt when Frank doesn’t share in his excitement in going home.  Frank is shocked when he learns of the progress of Mary and Jack’s relationship.  Johnny has high hopes that Frank’s life can be an example for Mary.  Mary tells Delia that Frank may come to hate her for what she is doing to him.  Delia threatens to make Jill regret her relationship with Frank.

Episode 95 November 14, 1975

Jack arrives at Ryan’s looking for Mary, and Johnny orders him out of the bar.  Kenneth inquires about Faith to Pat.  Mary tries to justify her feelings for Jack to Frank.  Nick finds out that Frank is going home and realizes how essential it is to get his cooperation. Frank makes it clear to Nick that he is not giving favors to anyone.  Faith flirts with Pat who can’t keep himself from responding.  Kenneth spies on Pat and Faith with binoculars.  A heated argument leaves Mary telling Johnny that if Jack isn’t welcome in Ryan’s then neither is she.

Episode 96 November 17, 1975

Mary prepares to move out of the Ryan household.  Roger is infuriated to learn that Clem performed the surgery on Nell and that Seneca assisted him.  Nick approaches Roger and tells him that he wants to collect.  Bob tries to convince Johnny to go to Mary and calm her down, but Johnny knows that he will only make things worse.  He asks Bob to go instead.  Johnny’s convictions are confirmed when he consults Jill about Jack.  An angry confrontation between Roger and Nick results in a call to Herbie asking him to lean on Roger.  Bob tries to keep Mary from leaving, but fails.

Episode 97 November 18, 1975

Delia is confused when she finds Mary packing her bags in a fury at her father.  Johnny arrives to pick up Frank, and tells him about his troubles with Jack.  Nell and Bucky are alarmed by the extent of her weakness, and send for Seneca.  Delia manages to detain Mary until Frank and Johnny arrive.  Seneca comforts an outraged Nell when she protests her condition.  Mary accuses Frank of maintaining a double standard of behavior in the family when he tries to discourage her from leaving.

Episode 98 November 19, 1975

Faith shares with Pat something that has been on her mind.  Jack comforts a furious Mary.  Herbie greets an unsuspecting Roger when he is waiting for him in his kitchen.  Roger tries to borrow the money from his father and fails.  Faith tells Pat that she wants to make love to him.  Mary agrees to Jack’s decision that they should go and have a talk with her family.

Episode 99 November 20, 1975

Faith is exuberant about being able to love Pat, which makes Pat very happy.  Nell’s sister arrives and is warned about how upset she is before she visits her.  Roger pleads with Nick to call Herbie off, but still refuses to divulge information about Frank.  Nell uses psychological defenses to deny the importance of what’s happened to her.  Pat and Faith get intimate in the medicine room and are observed by Kenneth.

Episode 100 November 21, 1975

Jack returns with Mary to the bar and offers Johnny a second chance.  Jill and Frank desperately miss one another.  Delia opens a new offensive in a campaign to regain Frank.  An emotional confrontation results in a truce between Johnny and Jack.  Mary returns home.  Johnny fears for the future for his children’s generation and their view on family values.  Jill and Delia struggle for Frank, each in her own way.  Mary has renewed hope for the future.  Herbie leans on Roger.

Episode 101 November 24, 1975

Roger regains consciousness.  Herbie tells Nick he thinks Roger will be more cooperative in providing information on Frank Ryan.  Faith tells Jill how wonderfully happy Pat has made her.  Roger arrives at Jill’s and falls into her apartment.  Frank tries to explain to Delia his current feelings about her and their marriage.  Roger tells Jill everything.  Jill agrees to a loan and is appalled about his involvement.  Mrs. Huber complains to Frank about her apartment building possibly being sold without the tenant’s approval.  As Frank pledges his help in organizing tenants, Nick plans to keep him from doing just that.

Episode 102 November 25, 1975

Nell continues denial, which Seneca explains to Bucky.  Bob tells Frank about Charley’s plans for Congressman Ryan when Jill arrives.  Roger gives Nick the money he owes him but that is not all that Nick wants.  Bucky is distressed about Nell’s condition.  Kenneth pays Nell a visit and has the pleasure of talking about Faith.  Jill tells Frank about Roger’s situation.  Nick extracts information about Frank from Roger.  Nell cannot sustain denial in Seneca’s presence.

Episode 103 November 26, 1975

To Pat’s delight, Faith is blossoming.  Maeve tells Pat to not start anything with Faith that he does not plan to finish.  Kenneth takes Faith’s keys from her purse.  Maeve asks Mary to invite Jack to Thanksgiving dinner in an effort to improve family harmony.  Kenneth enters Faith’s room and is almost caught by Faith and Pat.  Mary is saddened to realize that some of the people that she loves cannot be brought together.  Kenneth escapes unnoticed with a copy of Faith’s keys.

Episode 104 November 27, 1975

The Ryan’s celebrate Thanksgiving dinner.  Mrs. Huber arrives with a problem.  Nick does not anticipate any further problems with apartment building situation.  Faith and Jill both wish they were able to celebrate Thanksgiving with certain members of the Ryans.  Roger tells Jill that he told Nick the truth about her and Frank.  Mrs. Huber describes Thanksgiving in a building with no heat and hot water and the Ryans come to the rescue.  Nick feels he has Frank’s career in the palm of his hands.  Seneca and Bucky try and make it a happy Thanksgiving for Nell.  A childhood memory forces Nell to admit what is happening to her.  Nick requests a meeting with Frank to give him an offer he is sure he can’t refuse.

Episode 105 November 28, 1975

A frightened Jill warns Frank that Nick has learned about them.  Pat and Faith share how they wanted to be together for Thanksgiving dinner.  Bucky and Kenneth discuss Nell’s future.  Kenneth’s twisted feelings for Faith begin to surface.  Delia and Jill get into a fight over Frank.  Nick arrives to see Frank.  Faith and Pat share an intimate moment.  Faith receives a letter that is disturbing.  Nick explains what it is he wants from Frank and threatens his career if he doesn’t get it.

December 1975 Daily Recaps

Episode 106 December 1, 1975

Frank refuses Nick’s offer.  Nick refuses to take no for an answer.   Nell has an emotional outburst when Seneca gives her a walking stick.  Delia tells Frank she refuses to allow Jill to take him away from her.  Frank tells her that he married her because he felt sorry for her and that was a big mistake.  Seneca tells Nell that she can prepare to go home but that she should not be alone.  Maeve discovers a troubled Frank and counsels him to do what is right.

Episode 107 December 2, 1975

Mary’s happiness over Frank’s physical progress is shattered when she learns about the pressure from Nick.  Nell, about to go home, is angry that she is dying and angry that she is afraid.  Roger tries to avoid Mary, who corners him fiercely.  Nell tries to find ways to prove that she isn’t afraid of death.  Seneca is appalled when he finds Nell hanging over the railing of a fourteen-story drop.  Jack helps Mary to realize that the political consequences of Frank’s situation are graver than she thought.

Episode 108 December 3, 1975

Jill and Frank have intense consultation over their situation.  Frank and Jill prepare themselves for a fight with Nick.  Kenneth claims to have left Faith’s lost ID card in her mailbox.  He compares Pat to his father of whom he did not like very much.  Delia makes an emotional plea for Frank to go along with Nick.  Faith and Pat enjoy a loving moment as she convinces him to go with her as she gets her new ID card.  Kenneth has Faith’s ID card photo enlarged for himself.  Delia makes a plea to Nick for the sake of her marriage, but to no avail.

Episode 109 December 4, 1975

As grimness of the situation of Frank’s career settles over all, Jill arrives from Albany with what she hopes is good news.  Jill relays the news that Nick is the owner of the buildings and hiding behind the holding company hoping to force the tenants out of the building.  Bucky gives Nell a sports car to help her savor every minute that is left.  Jill’s information ends Frank’s agony and forces him to make a decision.  Nell takes the sports car out for a drive and frightens Bucky.  Frank gives his decision to Nick and prepares to face his family.

Episode 110 December 5, 1975

Frank prepares to tell his parents the truth.  Bucky accuses Nell of trying to kill them both by driving dangerously in her new car.  Frank tells his parents everything that has happened.  Johnny tells Frank that he should have stopped things before they went this far. Bucky warns Seneca that Nell needs to be watched.  Nell tries to explain her actions to Seneca and tells him that she has never stopped loving him.  Johnny is anguished, and Frank finds it hard to deal with his disappointment.

Episode 111 December 8, 1975

Kenneth probes Faith and learns that she is scheduled to be on duty for the night.  Delia makes an emotional plea to Maeve as she pours out her unhappiness about her marriage.  Maeve promises that Delia and the baby will always have a home with the Ryans if they need it.  Pat insists that Faith get a nap and promises to cover for her.  Kenneth enters Faith’s room.  Maeve and Johnny have a painful discussion about the Frank-Delia-Jill situation.  They both realize that whatever happens they cannot turn their backs on Delia and the baby. Kenneth lurks undetected as Pat puts Faith to bed, and leaves.

Episode 112 December 9, 1975

Faith finds a rose on her pillow and is frightened when she learns Pat did not put it there. Frank explains the entire situation to Bob, who is in agony over the betrayal.  Delia arrives and realizes that Frank told him the news.  Ed tells Kenneth about the history of the hospital building and sends him exploring.  Faith admits to Pat that her secret admirer is scaring her.  Bob voices his concern and anger at Frank to Delia as she comforts him.  She tells him that she has forgiven Frank so he should too.  Delia tells Frank that he has broken Bob’s heart.  Faith wishes that she and Pat could go away to be together for days on end.  Kenneth breaks into the old basement lab.

Episode 113 December 10, 1975

Frank tells Mary that he regrets hurting his family and that he is determined to fight for his political career.  Bucky knows nothing of the mysterious incidents concerning Faith.  He warns her that Pat may not be in this for that long run.  Mary pleads with Bob to accompany Frank to a meeting but he refuses.  Faith reassures Maeve that Pat won’t hurt her.  Mary and Maeve discuss apprehension of the upcoming meeting.  Johnny rallies family to stand behind Frank.

Episode 114 December 11, 1975

Delia refuses to go with Frank to the meeting.  Kenneth becomes annoyed when he cannot interest Faith in an architectural drawing.  Mary pleads for Delia’s cooperation and support and doesn’t get it.  Faith learns about Jill and Frank.  Kenneth finds a hidden door.  Delia arrives in time to be with Frank as the moment comes for him to face political leaders.

Episode 115 December 12, 1975

Charley tells Frank that he will be the next congressman.  Frank shares with Charley and Co. the news that he is being blackmailed.  Nell seeks to put every aspect of her life in perfect order, which includes a full emotional reconciliation with Seneca. Jill tells Roger that Frank is meeting with district leaders and telling them the truth.  Roger fears that this could mean the end of his career.  Charley stalls the moment that Frank is offering his resignation.  Seneca helps Nell realize that she is trying to be perfect and tells her that he accepts her and the situation as it is.  Roger shares with Jill his remorse about his gambling.  Charley gets the leaders to agree to a meeting before any decisions regarding Frank’s career are determined.

Episode 116 December 15, 1975

Mary shares with Jack her feelings of not being able to comfort Frank as he awaits his decision from the district leaders.  Faith has a new understanding of Jill as she comforts her in her love for Frank.  Kenneth picks the lock on the door and pushes it open.  Jack is reeling in the fact that Mary is comfortable enough to share her family problems with him.  Mary is proud of the way that her parents are rallying around Frank and supporting him in his crisis.  Kenneth is excited about his new discovery.  Ramona tells Faith some things about Pat that makes her jealous.  Jack and Johnny have a serious encounter about Mary. They realize that although their differences are irreconcilable, they have to make an effort for Mary’s sake.

Episode 117 December 16, 1975

Frank tells Delia that he is leaving her.  Kenneth picks up a photo of Faith at a photo shop.  Faith tells her father about her and Pat, and becomes upset when he shows indifference.  Pat tries to comfort Delia when she tells him that Frank is leaving her.  She gets an idea and heads off to Charley’s office.  Kenneth returns Faith’s ID card secretly and feels rejected when Pat enters and steals her attention away from him.  Charley is about to give Frank bad news when Delia enters and interrupts them.

Episode 118 December 17, 1975

Delia comes to Frank’s rescue while staking a claim on him at the same time.  Mary makes an emotional plea to Jack to get along with her father.  District leaders debate what to do.  Charley speaks out in support of Frank.  Frank confronts Delia about her actions and is about to inform her that their marriage is over when Charley enters and tells them that she saved the day for Frank.  The celebration is dampened when Frank realizes that he is trapped into marriage with Delia.

Episode 119 December 18, 1975

Frank realizes that he must make a decision about his future and calls Jill.  Pat and Kenneth discuss having a space of your own.  Pat and Faith are concerned about Frank and Jill.  Kenneth goes to his basement room.  Delia explains her actions of the evening to Maeve.  She assures Jill that she has saved her marriage.  Faith and Pat explore the attraction between Ryan men and Coleridge women.  Kenneth hangs Faith’s picture.  Jill and Frank discuss their situation.  Jill feels that no matter what, Frank is unable to leave Delia, and she makes a decision.

Episode 120 December 19, 1975

Frank and Jill decide to give their relationship up.  Jack is nervous when he realizes that Mary has transferred a lot of the devotion that she felt for Frank to him.  Jill tells Delia that although she is the right person for Frank, she has given him up.  Jack shares his fears about Mary to Jumbo.  Delia is excited about the new possibilities for her and Frank’s marriage.  Jill and Frank both realize that this is going to be the worst Christmas of their lives.

Episode 121 December 22, 1975

Faith receives a frightening phone call from Kenneth.  Roger begs Jill to not tell their father the truth but she does.  Ed is horrified at Roger’s behavior.  Pat tries to comfort Faith and suggests they tell Bob Reid exactly what is going on.  Kenneth prepares Faith’s Christmas present.  Maeve pays a compassionate visit to Jill.  Kenneth pays Faith a nighttime visit and frightens her even more.

Episode 122 December 23, 1975

Faith asks for help from the police and finds that she won’t be able to get any. The Ryans decorate the bar for their Christmas gathering. Bucky shares with Maeve his feelings about Nell’s fate. Bucky, Faith and Pat share a moment when Faith tells him about her stalker.  Maeve convinces Mary to go and cheer a gloomy Bucky. The Ryans notice the change in Faith. Maeve and Johnny can’t help but wish that Mary had chosen Bucky – especially since he is rich. Delia convinces Bob to come back to Ryan’s. Frank places a phone call to Jill that is not welcomed. Nell confides to Maeve her wishes about death. Bob and Frank reconcile.

Episode 123 December 24, 1975

Maeve and Johnny prepare for Christmas Day.  Frank is distracted by thoughts of Jill as Christmas begins.  Roger fails when he tries to convince his father to not report his doings to Seneca.  Mary continues to transfer her feelings from Frank to Jack, which makes him apprehensive.  Jack celebrates Christmas with the Ryan’s.  Ed apologizes to Johnny for Roger’s betrayal against the Ryan’s.

Episode 124 December 26, 1975

Jill writes a letter to Frank.  Frank takes his first steps toward walking.  Ed questions Nell’s judgment when she returns to work.  Mary praises Frank’s efforts.  Jill slips the letter into Frank’s jacket pocket.  Ed confronts Seneca about Nell returning to work and Seneca laughs at him.  Nell scolds Seneca for laughing at Ed since he has become a good friend.  Delia finds Jill’s letter.  Frank tries to grab the letter from Delia and falls out of the chair.

Episode 125 December 29, 1975

Delia reads the letter to Frank.  Roger consults Jill about his legal situation.  Jill tells him that Ed is obligated to tell Seneca and Roger expects the worst.  Jill makes it obvious that she wants frank to leave her alone.  Delia tries to make Frank feel better and promises to be the best wife that she can.  Seneca shares his disappointment in Roger and tells him that his contract will not be renewed.  Delia returns the letter to Jill and rubs salt in her wounds.  Delia comforts an unrepentant Roger.  Frank is taken aback when he finds out that Jill never wants to see him again.

Episode 126 December 30, 1975

Faith is hurt when Pat takes enjoyment of another female doctor’s company.  Kenneth becomes protective of Faith’s hurt feelings.  Roger asks Nell to intercede with Seneca for him but she refuses.  Faith finds another note from Kenneth, which upsets her further.  Kenneth shares with Nell that he thinks Faith is wonderful.  She tells him that Faith is involved and suggests that he find a girl of his own.  Bucky warns Pat that Faith feels more deeply about their relationship than Pat does.  Pat tells him that everything was understood upfront and that she has it under control.  Kenneth sets out to pursue relationship with Faith.

Episode 127 December 31, 1975

Frank is taken aback when he finds out that Jill never wants to see him again.  Delia has silent hopes that Frank will not start the New Year thinking about Jill Coleridge.  Nell has an emotion breakthrough with Seneca when she admits to him that she wishes they’d had children.  Delia is vulnerable and childlike and seduces Frank.  Nell probes the thought of life after death.  Delia feels like an object when after making love to Frank she realizes that she could have been anyone.

January 1976 Daily Recaps

Episode 128 January 2, 1976

Mary arranges an interview for Frank before she leaves for a meeting with Jack and Sister Mary Joel.  Jack tells Sister Joel that he fears that he may hurt Mary in the long run.  Mary arrives and gives Sister Joel a New Year’s present.  Frank shares his feelings about Delia to Fr. McShane.  He does not want to share the same bed with her and wonders if time and forgiveness will solve that?  Mary and Sister Joel have a moment of mutual affection and understanding.  She later tells Jack that Mary is an upbeat girl and to make sure he is giving something back in their relationship.  Mary reorganizes things for Sam’s interview with Frank and wins instant approval from everyone – including Sam.

Episode 129 January 5, 1976

Mary continues to organize Sam as the interview begins.  Faith arranges a very private weekend and Pat confronts her about being over-involved with him.  The Ryan’s take to Sam – Jack does not.  Unaware that Jack has proprietary interest in Mary, Sam flirts outrageously with her.  Faith has an unhappy disagreement with Bucky that makes her cry.   Kenneth sees Faith crying and makes plans to help her.

Episode 130 January 6, 1976

Mary continues to organize Sam as the interview begins.  Faith arranges a very private weekend and Pat confronts her about being over-involved with him.  The Ryan’s take to Sam – Jack does not.  Unaware that Jack has proprietary interest in Mary, Sam flirts outrageously with her.  Faith has an unhappy disagreement with Bucky that makes her cry.   Kenneth sees Faith crying and makes plans to help her.

Episode 131 January 7, 1976

Sam has a desperate problem and Mary proves to be very helpful.  Nell turns to Maeve when she begins to experience depression.  TV studio is in organized chaos, which forces Mary to realize he needs help.  Maeve expresses to Nell her belief in life after death.  Frank arrives and reinforces this with a personal account of his own dying.  Sam flirts with Mary and offers her a job.  Mary tells him that if she considers the job it will be strictly business.

Episode 132 January 8, 1976

Sam has a desperate problem and Mary proves to be very helpful.  Nell turns to Maeve when she begins to experience depression.  TV studio is in organized chaos, which forces Mary to realize he needs help.  Maeve expresses to Nell her belief in life after death.  Frank arrives and reinforces this with a personal account of his own dying.  Sam flirts with Mary and offers her a job.  Mary tells him that if she considers the job it will be strictly business.

Episode 133 January 9, 1976

A distraught Delia pulls Pat away from Faith.  An emotional confrontation between Roger and Jill leaves Jill crying when Seneca arrives.  Pat comforts Delia with affection and sings her song to her.  Faith interrupts this display of affection, which does not go over well with Delia.  Seneca is kind and generous to Jill and she begins to see him in a new light.  Faith and Pat have their first real fight.

Episode 134 January 12, 1976

Kenneth tries clumsily to comfort Faith, who interprets his presence as annoying interference.  Maeve helps Mary assess her current situation in terms of Jack and her new job.  Faith and Jill are drawn together by discovery that they share reactions to Delia.  Mary is surprised when she finds out the Jack is opposed to her new job and the reasons why. Faith makes up with Pat.  Kenneth plans a place for her where she can get away from Pat and be safe.

Episode 135 January 13, 1976

Delia attempts to seduce Frank who makes it clear that he does not want to be seduced.  Nell is struggling with depression and Seneca is frustrated when he is unable to help.  Frank and Delia have fight in the middle of the night and wake Maeve and Johnny.  Seneca has a nightmare and shares with Nell his fear on impending loss and pain.  Nell has an emotional release and is able to cry for the first time.  Maeve and Johnny are terribly worried about Frank.  Maeve tries to comfort a hurting Delia, but to no avail.

Episode 136 January 14, 1976

Faith and Pat spend the night together and he starts to feel smothered.  Mary reports to work and realizes how much Sam needs her and how awesome her ambition is.  Pat is distinctly annoyed by Faith’s public possessiveness.  Bucky is angry with Pat for letting Faith get so involved.  Sam and Mary have their first professional disagreement and Sam wins.  Mary tells him that she would like for them to do their first in-depth story on Nick Szabo.  Bucky warns Faith that Pat is not the man for her and tells her that she should leave now while she can.  Kenneth puts the finishing touches on his basement room.

Episode 137 January 15, 1976

Frank is sworn into office.  Maeve convinces Frank to make another try with Delia.  Sam and Jack have different plans for Mary’s evening.  Delia is comforted by Frank’s regained interest in her and shocks him when she mentions that they should have another baby.  Jack tells Mary that Sam’s interest in her is more than professional.  Johnny asks Mary how long relationship with Jack is going to go on.  Delia is hurt when Frank tells her that they should not even consider a baby at this point in their marriage.  An argument between the two sends him knocking on Jill’s door.

Episode 138 January 16, 1976

Jill is surprised to see Frank and hesitates before letting him in.  Faith expresses to Ed the need for tranquility and peace and says that she wants to take Pat to the beach house.  In her excitement she has a warm conversation with Kenneth and shares with him about the teacup that Maeve gave to her.  This leads him to make a decision.  Jill refuses to resume her relationship with Frank – although she wants one more than anything.  Frank returns home and sadly vows to Delia to try and mend their differences.  Kenneth breaks into the Coleridge home and finds the teacup.  Faith convinces Clem to give her and Pat the same time off.  Faith arrives home and realizes that someone is there when she is attacked from behind.

Episode 139 January 19, 1976

Kenneth forces Faith to the floor in an effort to escape from the house without being recognized.  When Faith hears the front door close, she screams.  An emergency case is admitted to neurology.  Pat cares for elderly lady while Clem scrubs for surgery.  Roger comforts Faith and calls police.  Nick is concerned about his long - term relationship with Johnny.  Johnny tells him that their friendship is over.  Pat promises Mrs. Monroe that he will be there for her when she comes out of surgery.  Faith arrives at the hospital and tells Pat what has happened.  When she invites him to the beach house he is annoyed that she took matters into her own hands and had his schedule changed.

Episode 140 January 20, 1976

Pat continues to cool things off with Faith.  Later, he goes through extraordinary means for Miss Monroe, which concerns Nell.  Sam is clearly disappointed when Mary sets him straight about Jack.  Faith refuses Jill’s advice when she tells her to let Pat make the next move.  Pat is shaken when Mrs. Monroe dies in his arms.  Nell and Mary try to comfort Pat who feels he should have done more to help his patient live.  Faith tries to reestablish her relationship with Pat and is upset when he breaks things off with her.

Episode 141 January 21, 1976

Kenneth shows Faith the room that he has dedicated to her and she realizes that he is her secret admirer.  Nell has a slight headache and refuses to spoil the romantic atmosphere between her and Seneca by relaying the news with him.  A terrified Faith tries to convince Kenneth to let her escape and fails.  Nell’s second anuerism explodes.  Faith manages to escape and hurts herself.  Kenneth carries her back into his basement room where he promises to take care of her.

Episode 142 January 22, 1976

Kenneth shows Faith the room that he has dedicated to her and she realizes that he is her secret admirer.  Nell has a slight headache and refuses to spoil the romantic atmosphere between her and Seneca by relaying the news with him.  A terrified Faith tries to convince Kenneth to let her escape and fails.  Nell’s second anuerism explodes.  Faith manages to escape and hurts herself.  Kenneth carries her back into his basement room where he promises to take care of her.

Episode 143 January 23, 1976

Jack finds the camaraderie between Mary and Sam disturbing.  Preparations are made for Seneca to perform surgery on Nell.  Sam convinces Mary to work late in order to interview a confidential “source”, which does not go over well with Jack.  Mary finds out that Sam tricked her into working late and comes to Jack’s defense when Sam calls Jack arrogant.  Surgery is under way on Nell.  Seneca is taken aback when he realizes what the results will be.

Episode 144 January 26, 1976

Faith tries to walk and passes out from the intensity of the pain.  Kenneth arrives and is determined to comfort her.  Delia is jealous when Frank gives all of his attention to Little John.  Pat gives Maeve the news about Nell.  Kenneth does all he can to care for Faith.  Delia seeks comfort from Pat and he sends her back to Frank.  Frank pretends to be asleep.  The mechanic calls for Faith to come and pick up her car.  Kenneth tells Faith that he will always be there for her.

Episode 145 January 27, 1976

Seneca and Ed have emotional discussion about Nell.  Nell stops breathing.  Mary is pleased when Jack starts having feelings of jealousy.  Seneca refuses to let Nell die and puts her on a respirator.  Sam shares with Maeve his delight in her food as well as her company.  Sam enjoys breakfast at the Ryan’s ant their company.  Jack gives Sam a warning to not interfere in his and Mary’s relationship.  Ed and Jill share concern for Nell.  Neither of them are concerned about Faith putting her disappearance off as nursing a broken heart.

Episode 146 January 28, 1976

Faith makes Kenneth angry when she tells him that it is Pat that she wants and loves.  Nell goes into violent convulsions.  Kenneth scolds Faith for continuing to love Pat when he has treated her so badly.  Faith gets an idea.  Seneca and Bucky get the results of Nell’s EEG. Faith manages to attach as S.O.S. note to Kenneth’s back.  A neurology patient reads the note.

Episode 147 January 29, 1976

Mrs. Rodriguez, who cannot speak English, shows Kenneth the note that was attached to his back.  He tells her that someone is trying to play a trick on him and heads to the basement. EEG indicates that Nell has no brain wave pattern.  Seneca takes it personal and feels that if he had not done the operation this would never have happened.  Ed learns of Nell’s condition.  Bucky calls his mother.  Seneca renders a loving apology to a lifeless Nell.  Kenneth is very angry at Faith and tells her that she is just like his mother.  Jill expresses her concern over Faith’s disappearance with Ed and they begin to search for her.  Jill and Ed decide to question Faith’s friends as to her whereabouts.  Kenneth makes Faith promise that she will not try and escape.  Once he leaves, Faith decides on a new plan.

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February 1976 Daily Recaps

Episode 148 February 2, 1976

Delia invites Frank to lunch as a political ploy and is upset when he refuses.  Roger becomes annoyed when Seneca shows indifference to him.  Maeve sympathizes with Seneca and tells him what Nell said about the quality of life.  Frank shares with Mary the despair he feels for his marriage.  She reassures him about her relationship with Jack and tells him that her relationship with Sam is strictly business.  Sam convinces Mary to go into the sewers to do a story on environmental protection.  Dee encounters Roger and invites him to lunch.

Episode 149 February 3, 1976

Pat becomes worried when Jill tells him that Faith is missing.  Kenneth overhears Jill telling Pat that Faith is missing.  Faith starts a new plan to escape.  Delia and Roger share cooking lessons and lunch at Lem's.  Kenneth pretends to be worried about Faith and tries to convince Jill and Pat to go to the police.  Faith uses a chair as a crutch and walks toward the door.  Delia is humiliated, again, when Frank refuses her advances.  Jill and Pat attempt to put in a missing person's report through Bob.  Kenneth foils Faith's escape attempt.

Episode 150 February 4, 1976

Delia invites Frank to lunch as a political ploy and is upset when he refuses.  Roger becomes annoyed when Seneca shows indifference to him.  Maeve sympathizes with Seneca and tells him what Maeve said about the quality of life.  Frank shares with Mary the despair he feels for his marriage.  She reassures him about her relationship with Jack and tells him that her relationship with Sam is strictly business.  Sam convinces Mary to go into the sewers to do a story on environmental protection.  Dee encounters Roger and invites him to lunch.

Episode 151 February 5, 1976

Jill and Pat report Faith’s disappearance to the police.  Faith tries to escape.  Seneca hopes the consulting doctor finds something he has missed.  Kenneth disarms Pat and Bucky when they question him about Faith’s disappearance.  Frank has a chance meeting with Jill and behaves well – although it costs him painfully.  Pat and Bucky reconcile their differences in their concern for Faith.  Kenneth catches Faith before she has a chance to escape.

Episode 152 February 6, 1976

Kenneth realizes that Faith’s injuries are more serious than before.  Ed and Bob realize that Faith is definitely missing.  Nick tries to mend his broken relationship with Frank, but to no avail.  Faith pleads with Kenneth to tell her father, and he is at the point of agreeing.  Nick makes Delia an offer, which she is able to refuse – this time.  Bob inadvertently frightens Kenneth and he doesn’t tell Faith about it.

Episode 153 February 9, 1976

Kenneth makes Faith write a note to her father that she is sage and well and that he should not try and find her.  Mary is getting sick.  Kenneth is dismayed with the reactions to Faith’s note and realizes that his difficulties are increasing.  Pat examines Mary and tells the family that they have to get her to the hospital as soon as possible.  Faith realizes that if something is not done soon she is going to die.

Episode 154 February 10, 1976

Delia misplaces a week’s worth of house money and Frank has a hard time suppressing his anger.  Dr. Hagen confirms Seneca’s diagnosis that there is no hope for Nell.  Frank runs into Jill in the hospital and endures a moment of unspoken feelings.  Delia interrupts the two and has a triumphant moment before she meets with Roger.  Seneca explores the thought of taking Nell off of life support and allowing her to die.  Pretending to be uninterested, Delia manipulates Roger into inviting her to dinner.

Episode 155 February 11, 1976

Emergency Room doctor suspects that Mary has meningitis.  Clem tells Seneca that although his is sympathetic to Seneca and anguished for Nell he cannot take her off of life support.  Maeve takes care of a delirious Mary and Sam arrives.  Delia and Roger find they have a great deal in common, including trouble because of Frank.  Mary’s condition worsens.

Episode 156 February 12, 1976

Faith is very ill and Kenneth chooses to believe she is pretending.  Jack arrives at the hospital to visit Mary and is upset that no one called him.  Kenneth questions Seneca and gets the answers he needs regarding Faith’s illness.  Nick asks Maeve for advice to deal with his daughter.  Seneca arrives with the results of Mary’s tests.  Ed provides the police with a handwriting sample of Faith’s and they confirm that she is weak or emotionally disturbed.  Kenneth is told that the gas has been turned back on.  Gas leaks into Faith’s special room.

Episode 157 February 13, 1976

Gas continues to leak into the basement room.  Bucky has an accident relating to the gas being turned off and tells Pat of the incident.  The canary dies.  Incoherent with fever, Mary thinks she is married to Jack.  Seneca diagnoses Mary’s illness and tells the family that she is going to be all right.  Bob tells Pat and Bucky that the person that is after Faith is someone in the hospital.  Faith is unconscious.  Maeve and Jack explore the future of Mary and Jack’s relationship.  Kenneth realizes that Faith is in danger.

Episode 158 February 16, 1976

Kenneth arrives to rescue Faith from the gas.  Pat tells Bob that Kenneth was acting strangely.  Seneca mother arrives and learns of Nell’s condition.  Pat and Bob talk to Kenneth’s landlady and learns that he has not been around much lately.  Kenneth attempts to comfort Faith.  Marguerite tells Seneca that he has placed Nell in the exact position that she did not want to be in.  Seneca is very moved by his mother’s understanding of Nell.  Bob and Pat set out to find Kenneth.  Kenneth becomes desperate when he finds Faith in worse condition.

Episode 159 February 17, 1976

Seneca helps Nell through convulsions.  Ed tries to help Seneca deal with what is happening to Nell.  Kenneth promises to bring Faith oxygen but loses courage when Bob questions him.  A delirious Faith pleads with Kenneth to bring his father or Pat to her – but Kenneth is not there.  Conflict erupts between Roger and Seneca over what is to be done about Nell.  Seneca arrives at a decision – he refuses to allow Nell to continue along in this condition.  Bob throws Kenneth into absolute panic but he manages to slip away.

Episode 160 February 18, 1976

Frank and Delia have a fight over her use of the business checking account.  Nick arrives and hears the argument and tries to use it for his advantage.  Bucky brings Mary some company when he admits a new patient who refuses to answer his questions.  Nick is tough with Frank during their meeting and softens when his daughter calls to tell him that she is sick.  Mary ties Miss Mills in with Mrs. Monroe and frightens her when she calls for Bucky.  An angry and unhappy Delia runs into Roger and fixes on him as a source of help.

Episode 161 February 19, 1976

Delia is going out and is furious when she sees how little Frank cares.  Bob and Pat are looking for Kenneth.  Pat learns where Kenneth is and follows him.  Nick arrives and finds a very sick daughter who is also hiding something else from him.  Delia is determined to have a good time, and Roger finds himself sharing in the fun with her.  Pat follows Kenneth into the basement and arrives at the door where Faith is staying.

Episode 162 February 20, 1976

Pat discovers a terrified Kenneth making an emotional farewell to Faith.  Delia shares some truths about herself and is having fun, which Roger finds intoxicating.  After a hysterical confrontation, Kenneth escapes when Pat’s attention is on Faith. Delia has an emotional letdown when she arrives home and realizes that no one missed her.  Horror of what has happened to Faith sinks in on Pat.  Pat leaves Faith to get help.

Episode 163 February 23, Episode 163

Ed is horrified when he finds Faith and realizes that she is very close to death.  Jack confesses to Mary that with her being sick made him realize that he cares for her more intensely than he knew.  Seneca gets angered when Jill explains the legal ramifications of taking Nell off of life support.  Mary is appalled when she learns more about the nursing home from Miss Mills.  Faith is upset when she is faced with questions regarding whether she and Kenneth has sex.  She becomes upset further when she learns that he is roaming the streets and is not in police custody.

Episode 164 February 24, 1976

Nick causes an uproar when he takes Reenie to the hospital.  Delia’s unhappiness with Frank is causing her to make a decision.  Seneca and his mother explore the idea of life after death.  Seneca tells her that he wants to release Nell from her current condition.  Bucky takes Reenie’s history and learns about the situation leading to her arrival at Riverside.  Nick learns that Reenie’s situation is serious and is worried.  Maeve tries to reason with Delia, and fails.

Episode 165 February 25, 1976

Delia and Frank aren’t speaking.  She arranges for a cooking lesson and Roger is more than agreeable.  Sam apologizes to Mary for taking her on the expedition that made her sick.  A conflict occurs between Sam and Jack and Mary puts them both out of her hospital room.  Mary explains her suspicions about Miss Mills to Frank.  When Frank questions Miss Mills she refuses to there isn’t anything that he can do without a statement.  Delia and Roger enjoy one another’s company and regret when he has to leave to make his rounds.  Bucky and Marguerite try to convince Seneca to consider the consequences of taking Nell off of life support.  Seneca leaves for the hospital before he tells them of their decision.

Episode 166 February 26, 1976

Faith dreams of Kenneth and when she wakes she is comforted by Pat.  Seneca remembers a love scene between he and Nell and kisses her before approaching the respirator.  Roger receives a diagnosis of Reenie’s illness.  He promises that he will first get her well before he tries to reshape her life.  Faith tells her father that she is afraid of Pat.  Faith is upset by Bob’s questions but is distraught when Kenneth calls.  Bob orders a guard for her room.  Seneca disconnects Nell’s respirator and holds her as she dies.  When Roger enters the room Seneca orders him out.

Episode 167 February 27, 1976

Seneca shares moments with Nell as he watches her die.  Roger tells Bucky what Seneca has done and Bucky takes off for Nell’s room.  Johnny has a moment with Ed when he goes to visit Faith and finds a guard posted outside of her room.  Faith has a Kenneth nightmare and is terrified by Johnny’s arrival.  Bucky refuses to let Seneca tell him what has happened and sends him to see Jill.  Faith has a moment of great need for closeness with her father.  Kenneth orders flowers for Kenneth.  Seneca tells Jill what has happened and asks for her advice and that she represents him.  Roger tells Clem that Seneca has murdered his patient.

March 1976 Daily Recaps

Episode 168 March 1, 1976

Clem realizes that Seneca is in a lot of trouble.  Roger insists that Ed call the police and finally calls Bob himself.  Reenie’s test results show a light case of B-G syndrome and she is told that she will be released from the hospital soon.  Reassured, she puts in another request for Leo and Nick blows up at her.  Jill explores the background of Seneca’s action.  Her sympathy as well as her concern over what is going to happen to him grows.  Nick confronts Reenie about a series of misdemeanors and Reenie flatly refuses to go back to school.  Bob takes statement from Roger and a medical examiner arrives for autopsy.

Episode 169 March 2, 1976

Mary convinces Sam that the nursing home story may be the one that he was looking for.  Despite Seneca’s discomfit, Jill refuses to allow him to answer Bob’s questions.  It is clear that the battle has begun.  Pat visits Faith.  Kenneth’s flowers arrive, and in calming and comforting Faith Pat finds himself back in a relationship.  Sam tries to find out what he can from Miss Mills, which sends her into a flood of tears.   Seneca says goodbye to Nell and reads a letter that Nell left for him.

Episode 170 March 3, 1976

Nick interrupts an intimate moment between Mary and Jack.  When an opportunity for Delia to become a greater part of Frank’s life goes awry she pursues an interest of her own instead.  Reenie and Mary meet again, and Reenie asks a favor of Mary which she must refuse.  Delia maneuvers Roger into another dinner reservation and this time she can stay late.  Jack explores with Mary what marriage means to him and tells her that he wants to do what is good for her – as far as he is able.

Episode 171 March 4, 1976

Sexual tension builds between Delia and Roger.  A loving mother – daughter moment has Mary admitting some of her hopes for herself and Jack.  Ed and Roger have a heated confrontation about Seneca.  Mary witnesses Mr. Sharp’s treatment of Miss Mills and is furious.  Roger and Delia find themselves experiencing sexual attraction to one another as Jill arrives.

Episode 172 March 5, 1976

Roger hides Delia and allows Jill into the apartment.  Bucky delivers a sad invitation to Maeve and Johnny.  Jill questions Roger about his findings the night of Nell’s death.  After Jill’s departure Delia realizes the danger that they are in about being found and decides to call it a night.  An emotional Seneca tries to deal with Nell’s death.  An emotional Bucky reads the letter that Nell left for Seneca.   Delia questions why men can be unfaithful and women can’t.  Maeve questions whether this is something that Delia is considering and she quickly covers.

Episode 173 March 8, 1976

Roger hides Delia and allows Jill into the apartment.  Bucky delivers a sad invitation to Maeve and Johnny.  Jill questions Roger about his findings the night of Nell’s death.  After Jill’s departure Delia realizes the danger that they are in about being found and decides to call it a night.  An emotional Seneca tries to deal with Nell’s death.  An emotional Bucky reads the letter that Nell left for Seneca.   Delia questions why men can be unfaithful and women can’t.  Maeve questions whether this is something that Delia is considering and she quickly covers.

Episode 174 March 9, 1976

Nick gets upset and confronts Reenie when she continues to disobey him.  Everyone is excited about the possibility of running in the congressional race – except Delia.  Maeve offers her condolences to Seneca.  Roger persists in pressing charges.  Bucky tries to shape up Reenie, who is upset with him.  Nick tells her that she is crazy for pursuing a motorcycle bum and gets her attention when he tells her how much Bucky is worth.  Delia bitterly refuses Bob when he asks her to serve Frank’s career.

Episode 175 March 10, 1976

Faith is going blind.  Kenneth lets himself back into the basement room.  Reenie apologizes to Bucky.  When he accepts her apology she asks him for a favor and is upset when he refuses.  Ed orders an angiogram for Faith and wants her prepped for surgery.  Kenneth tells Faith’s picture that she betrayed his trust and that she deserves to be punished.  Reenie goes to Mary for help and receives it from an indirect source.  Reenie and Sam size each other up.  She offers money for him to run an errand for her and he accepts.  Sam continues to size Reenie up and uncomfortable she asks him to leave.

Episode 176 March 11, 1976

Frank and Jill have an accidental meeting.  Delia arrives at Roger’s for an evening out.  Bucky shares with Mary some of his reactions to Nell’s death and Seneca’s problems.  Frank and Jill have lovely moment, which they both don’t want to end.  Delia misconstrues something that Roger says and has her feelings hurt.  Seneca fulfills Nell’s last request.  Delia has a self-revelation that touches Roger.  He begs her not to leave.

Episode 177 March 12, 1976

Delia initiates love making between her and Roger.  Jack gives Mary a token of his feelings for her and she shows it to Maeve.  Delia’s enthusiasm about their future relationship worries Roger.  Delia reassures him when she tells him that Frank would not hurt him because that would hurt his career.  Johnny is distressed when he learns that things are getting serious between Mary and Jack.  Dee explains her good mood to Frank and tells him that her new interest has completely changed her outlook on life.

Episode 178 March 15, 1976

Kenneth learns that Faith is going into surgery.  Faith holds her father’s hand and pretends to be brave.  Kenneth puts on surgery scrubs to blend in with hospital staff.  Miss Mills and Mary discuss men, Jack in particular.  Johnny shares his frustration over Jack with Bob.  Faith regains consciousness and has to be put at ease about Kenneth.  Kenneth enters Faith’s hospital room with a knife.  Bob and Johnny regrets Mary’s choice.  Miss Mills is invited to Mary’s wedding – if there is one.  Bob pays Mary a visit.  Faith returns to her room where Kenneth has wrecked havoc and she demands to be taken home.

Episode 179 March 16, 1976

Johnny watches Mary and Jack and tension builds.  Bob tells Pat and Frank what Kenneth did to Faith’s hospital room.  Frank hopes that Pat is over any emotional entanglement with Faith.  He does not want him to get trapped the same way that he did with Delia.  Delia is furious with Frank and prepares to go and visit Roger.  Jack and Frank make a try at being cordial to one another.  Delia sneaks out of the house.  Johnny finds it hard to repress some of his feelings about Jack.  Roger and Delia delight in one another’s company.  Trouble occurs as Jack and Johnny come close to a physical fight.  Mary gets upset with Jack for not trying harder to get along with Johnny and Jack leaves.  Maeve gets upset with Johnny.  Frank comforts Mary.

Episode 180 March 17, 1976

Delia oversleeps and sets out for home in a panic.  Nick cuts off Reenie’s money and she makes a desperate effort to have Sam get her suitcase for her and hires a limousine.  Frank tells Mary that she should give Jack a call.  Mary’s effort to patch things up with Jack goes awry.  Frank missed Delia and is waiting up for her.  Delia’s story is convincing.  Frank suggests to her that she be more careful in the future and she agrees.  Bucky foils Reenie’s plans of leaving the hospital room.  She calls Sam and tells him that she will tell him what is in the suitcase if he promises to help her.  He tells her that he will see her first thing in the morning.

Episode 181 March 18, 1976

Johnny makes peace with Mary, despite his conviction that Jack Fenelli is not the man for her.  A distressed Faith looks forward to going home.  Kenneth is nearby.  Wake for Nell is troubled with apprehension for Seneca’s future.  Bob shows himself to be a good friend Mary.  Faith makes it home and is settled in.  Kenneth is lurking.

Episode 182 March 19, 1976

Reenie is anxious and desperate and calls Sam to see if he is going to keep his word and visit her.  He tells her that he will be there immediately.  Mary reassures Johnny that she will not call Jack.  Bob pays Jack a visit and unselfishly convinces him to get in touch with Mary.  Sam prepares for his meeting with Reenie by picking Mary’s brain.  Jack and Mary make-up, but Johnny refuses to leave the situation alone.  Sam finds out what is in the suitcase and still agrees to get the suitcase for Reenie.

Episode 183 March 22, 1976

Johnny asks for a character reference on Jack Fenelli.  Nick’s heart is no match for Reenie’s determination.  Jill tries to get the D.A. to drop his case against Seneca and he tells her that it is impossible.  Subpoenas are already being prepared and Roger is out to make sure that Seneca faces a trial.  Johnny manages to involve Sister Mary Joel and persuades her to speak to Jack.  Sam finds Reenie truthful and surprises her with a job offer.

Episode 184 March 23, 1976

Faith is now afraid of everyone except her father.  Kenneth is waiting for the perfect time to make his move.  Sam offers Reenie Mary’s job.  Mary, unaware of what is going on is happily at work talking to Bucky about the news piece on Miss Mills’ nursing home.  They both plan to help Miss Mills.  Sam and Reenie plan to help themselves.  Faith is disturbed and unable to accept Pat’s feelings for her.  Kenneth knows that he must be very clever.  Sam begins to consider promoting Mary in order to make room for Reenie.

Episode 185 March 24, 1976

Frank plans an after dinner campaign strategy meeting and Delia plans a little meeting of her own.  Jack experiences disapproval from Sister Mary Joel because of Johnny’s visit and goes away angry.  Clem, Ed and Seneca are served with subpoenas and they angrily confront Roger.  Jill realizes that Seneca wants the courts to punish him for what he did to Nell and calls him on it.  Ed finds Delia and Roger together.

Episode 186 March 25, 1976

A dismayed Ed confronts Roger and Delia.  Delia is surprisingly calm in time of crisis, a quality that Roger admires.  An angry Jack goes to visit Johnny and is not put off by Maeve’s efforts to put him off.  Faith’s eyes are improving. When Ed leaves Faith’s room Kenneth prepares to enter.  Kenneth gets into Faith’s room, covers her mouth and tells her that it is time for her to be punished.

Episode 187 March 26, 1976

Faith strikes back and Kenneth and is able to attract attention to her room.  Jack confronts Johnny about his visit to Sr. Mary Joel, and their basic feelings about one another surface.  Mary arrives in the middle of their heated argument.  Ed pursues Kenneth and tragedy strikes.  Roger finds his father’s body.  Mary confronts her family.  Johnny walks out.  Mary leaves for Jack’s and this time, the rift is real.  Policeman stays with Ed’s body while Roger goes to tell Faith about their father’s death.

Episode 188 March 29, 1976

Frank comforts Jill.  Maeve tries to help Faith.  Frank suggests Faith stays at the Ryan’s until all is safe.  Jack is not happy at Mary’s arrival and she senses it.  Not wanting to turn her away Jack invites Mary to stay but is not happy about it.  Johnny has not returned to the bar.  Maeve takes Faith upstairs while Frank and Jill, Delia and Roger manage the situation.  Roger and Delia express their feelings for one another.  Alone together, Jill and Frank are determined to be strong and good.

Episode 189 March 30, 1976

Johnny returns to learn that Ed Coleridge is dead.  Reenie tries flirting with Bucky and is pleased with the results.  Faith fights for self-control after tragedy.  Johnny expresses his sympathy over his long time friend.  Clem helps with the arrangements.  Johnny and Maeve sort out feelings about Ed, and about Mary.  Reenie makes progress with Sam and Nick and looks forward to making progress with Bucky.

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April 1976 Daily Recaps

Episode 190 April 1, 1976

Jack conceals his true feelings from Mary.  Frank phones and tells them of Ed’s death.  Nick and Jill are forced to deal with one another in order to make the arrangements for Ed’s funeral.  Jill copes with arrangements to Seneca’s admiration.  Mary tries to reassure Faith that she is not alone and is clearly worried about her.  Frank interrupts a moment of growing intimacy between Jill and Seneca and realizes what he has done.  Mary defends her decision to Frank and is convinced that she and Jack will be happy together.  Jack is clearly most unhappy.

Episode 191 April 2, 1976

Delia gets a drunken summons from Roger.  Mary and Johnny square off.  Roger becomes emotional when remembering his father and the revelation that is father has left him a rich man.  Jack tells Sr. Mary Joel that he has gotten himself into a real mess with Mary while Mary affirms to her father that Jack wants her with him.  Delia expresses sympathy for the Coleridge’s to Bob.  He questions her about Frank and she tells him that she has found her own interest.  Mary has words with Johnny and leaves before it turns into a fight.  Sister Mary tells Jack that he should tell Mary how he feels but he is afraid.

Episode 192 April 5, 1976

Bob stops Mary with last minute attempt to dissuade her from moving to Jack’s house.  She reminds him of his promise to be her friend.  Nick thoroughly approves Reenie’s first efforts to interest Bucky and provides her with background for further motivation.  Bob renews pledge of support and then has a fantasy about himself and Mary.  Reenie makes progress with Bucky.  Mary and Bucky question Miss Mills and Hector and they become very emotional.  Hugh Sharp interrupts.

Episode 193 April 6, 1976

To protect Hector, Miss Mills asks Mary and Bucky to leave.  Hugh reprimands Hector.  Jack arrives with condolences and needs to talk about situation with Mary.  Jill recognizes trouble for Mary and Jack.  Sam puts Mary on Gilcrest Manor story.  Seneca arrives, genuinely concerned about Jill, who can’t help but contrast his behavior and Jack’s.  Jack continues to conceal his distress from Mary.

Episode 194 April 7, 1976

Faith’s sight has returned.  Delia offers to run an errand.  Delia visits Roger, who is miserable and grateful for her company.  Moved by her compassion, he tells her that he loves her.  Maeve feels Johnny is responsible for Mary’s move and extracts promise of good behavior during period of funeral.  Jill steadies Faith, who is having fearful, troubled time.  Frank watched, loving Jill.  Frank offers his condolences to Jill and offers to help.  She tells him that she loves him and that if he really wants to help that she will stay as far away as possible.  Roger and Delia share a loving moment where Roger wishes Frank would find out about them.

Episode 195 April 8, 1976

Faith doesn’t want to go to the funeral.  With Maeve’s support, Faith decides to go but us clearly in rocky shape.  Jack refuses to go to Ed’s funeral.  Mary is hurt but tries to understand.  Reenie rejects Sam’s flirtation and tells him that their relationship is strictly business.  He tells her that one person they must be careful of is Mary Ryan.  Nick interrupts an emotional moment with Clem at Ed’s coffin.  Faith faces a moment of anxiety as she kneels at her father’s coffin.  Pat quiets Faith and takes her home.  Kenneth lurks outside of the Coleridge home.

Episode 196 April 9, 1976

Faith feigns sleep when Jill offers her comfort.  When Jill leaves Faith sends her policeman to the kitchen and slips away.  Delia pushes Jill over the edge and receives a hysterical denouncing.  Frank is sad but is doing well.  Johnny and Bob discover that Faith is missing.  Faith goes home and is confronted by Kenneth.  Seneca helps Jill face her feeling about Delia, for which she is grateful.  Bob calls for reinforcements and sets out for Kenneth who had Faith in his arms at the edge of the roof.

Episode 197 April 12, 1976

Faith is rescued.  Kenneth throws himself out of the window.  Tension created by their living together exposes more of a selfish side of Jack.  Johnny and Bob try to calm Faith who is excited, anxious and confused.  Jack is loving and charming and explains that it is because he got his own way.  Maeve and Johnny’s effort to come to terms with Mary is interrupted by Faith’s psychotic breakdown.

Episode 198 April 13, 1976

Pat and Johnny are unable to calm Faith and she is placed in a restraint.  An anxious Sam has news of the shipment and needs Reenie out of the hospital.  She promises to get herself out.  Johnny makes a decision and restores matters between himself and Maeve.  Faith’s breakdown results in poignant meeting between Jill and Frank.  Reenie pays Bucky a surprise visit and makes progress.

Episode 199 April 14, 1976

Sam tests Mary for her first on-air TV appearance and she passes the test.  Jill attempts to take her mind off other problems by concentrating on preparing Seneca's defense.  Roger becomes shaken when he realizes the depths of resentment about his attitude toward Seneca.  Johnny invites Mary - and Jack - to the bar after Mary's Television debut.  Roger is upset by what has happened at the hospital and insists on seeing Delia.  She agrees, in spite of the risk.

Episode 200 April 15, 1976

Johnny prepares for Mary's TV debut.  Jack arrives during a toast.  Nell's death makes Grand Jury hearing and much else seems irrelevant.  Johnny handles Jack well, even though he is not in the best of moods.  Mary is a success.  Nick tells Reenie that Bucky is not going to let her go home.  She tells him that she has Bucky wrapped around her fingers and this is proven when Bucky enters and tells her that she will be released tomorrow.  A fight builds between Johnny and Jack.  Mary tries to intervene.  Johnny throws a punch and Jack knocks him down.

Episode 201 April 16, 1976

Mary goes after Jack once she realizes that Johnny is okay.  Delia and Roger sneak away leaving Little John in danger.  Johnny asks Bob not to tell Maeve about his fight with Jack and Bob agrees.  Mary slaps Jack and tells him that she can't forgive him for hitting her father.  Roger assures Delia that Little John is okay and stops her from checking on the baby.  Minutes later Little John screams.  Jack goads Mary and she tells him that their relationship is over.

Episode 202 April 19, 1976

Roger tries to treat Little John's third degree burns and tells Delia that she has to take him to the emergency room.  With plans of using Shelia as a cover Delia heads for the hospital.  Mary gets sympathy from Jill when she goes to her for a place to stay for the night.  A drunken Jack goes to Jumbo for advice.  Roger preps Delia on what to say to Frank.  Delia is given Little John's prognosis just as Frank walks in.  Jumbo tells Jack that if he is serious about getting Mary back he is going to have to marry her.  Jill comforts Mary and suggests that she call Jack.  Frank demands to know how the incident happened and Delia does some creative lying which wins his attention.

Episode 203 April 20, 1976

Delia explains Little Johns accident to Johnny and manages to evade questions about Shelia. Mary hasn't yet been able to call Johnny.  She tells Jill that she understands why Jack is the person he is but that she can't forgive him this time.  Jack tells Sister Mary Joel what has happened and that he just might get engaged and asks for her blessing.  Mary understands how difficult it was for Jill to give up Frank.  Jill tells her that it is not getting any easier.  She warns Mary that Jack won't give up easily.  Jack leaves Sister Mary Joel and goes to find a ring for Mary.  Frank comforts Delia and they have their first moment of mutual affection without anger - something that has not happened in months.  Mary calls Johnny and tells him where she is.  Jack asks Jumbo to get him a ring.

Episode 204 April 21, 1976

Jack calls Mary, who hangs up on him.  Clem tries to lead Faith to an admission that her father is dead but does not succeed.  Sam tries to cheer Mary with plans for her future.  They share a nice moment as Jack arrives.  Pat leads Faith to a full realization that Ed is dead.  Jack begs for a few minutes alone with Mary and she tells him to leave.  When he refuses Sam threatens to call in reinforcements.  Jack leaves but not before he tells her that he is not giving up.

Episode 205 April 22, 1976

Maeve commends Frank-Delia mutual attitude and suggests that Frank take Dee out to dinner.  Jill is furious at tactics employed by District Attorney and warns Seneca that they're in for trouble.  An insistent and intrusive Roger interrupts the growing closeness between Delia and Frank.  Maeve finds that Johnny doesn't feel he has the last word with Fenelli.  Delia finds that Roger intends to be the persistent suitor.

Episode 206 April 23, 1976

Reenie informs Nick that he is apt to be a liability in her courtship of Bucky Carter.  Mary is miserable about her situation with Jack.  Jack sets out to find Mary and is reamed out by Jill.  Against her wishes he waits for Mary to return.  Reenie manages Nick and makes progress with Bucky. Seneca is indicted and detectives are on their way over.  Jack proposes to Mary.

Episode 207 April 26, Episode 207

Jill is outraged when Seneca is arrested and taken away in handcuffs.  Mary accepts Jack's proposal.  Delia and Frank draw together over sweet and sour pork.  Battle lines are drawn between Jill and the Assistant DA.  Mary tells Maeve that she and Jack are to be married.  Maeve is shaken and explores the problems with hope for the future.

Episode 208 April 27, 1976

Passion stirs between Delia and Frank.  Mary informs Johnny of her engagement.  Jack makes peace with Johnny and he gives them his blessings.  When the couple to be leaves Johnny slugs his punching bag in frustration.  Seneca react to the arraignment and Jill helps to ease matters.  Frank and Delia make love for the first time in months.  Roger is miserable without her.  Jack has things his own way and evades questions as to when he and Mary will get married.

Episode 209 April 28, 1976

Delia and Frank awake to a tentative renewal of loving feelings.  Both are surprised and pleased.  Reenie tells Nick that she's going to work for Channel R and will consider living at home for awhile, but only if she has her own entrance and her own key.  Roger arrives, supposedly to give Maeve a report on Faith, and upsets Delia to the point that she calls Father McShane.  Sam gives Reenie instructions and she leaves for her first pick-up and distribution.  Delia explores her dilemma with Fr. McShane whose counsel is clear - that she has to give up Roger now.  She tells him that it isn't that simple.

Episode 210 April 29, 1976

Reenie returns from her first pick-up and delivery and Mary discovers the identity of her new co-worker.  Bucky expresses his sympathy to Faith and their friendship is renewed.  Mary tells Bob that she and Jack are engaged.  Bob has a fantasy about his and Mary's future.  Faith tells Pat that she wants to see Kenneth and he promises to try and arrange it for her.  Bucky and Pat put aside any differences over Faith in mutual affection.  Pat and Johnny share relief that Little John is recovering nicely.  Reenie questions Pat and finds out all she needs to know about Bucky.  When Bucky comes in Reenie sets out to apply all that she has learned and it is clear that Bucky likes her a lot.

Episode 211 April 30, 1976

Jack leaves to give the good news to Sr. Mary Joel.  Johnny tells Kevin about Mary's engagement.  Roger tries to persuade hospital to take action against Seneca and damages his own position instead.  Sr. Mary Joel sees through Jack, although he refuses to admit her perception is correct.  Feelings begin to grow between Jill and Seneca.  To Jack's dismay, wedding plans are made for the end of June.

May 1976 Daily Recaps

Episode 212 May 3, 1976

Mary loves the idea of her June wedding.  Jill asks Jack a few hard questions.  Reenie deals with the subject of Bucky's money very successfully.  Frank hears Mary's news and responds to Delia's pleasure.  Jill observes Frank and Dee's embrace.  Frank and Delia share a reawakening of the former sensuality between them.  Maeve confirms for Jill that things really are better between Dee and Frank.  Jack tries to push the wedding date back but finds that he can't do it in the face of Mary's happiness.

Episode 213 May 4, 1976

Faith visits Kenneth and is able to come to terms with him as a sick, broken person, and not someone that she has to fear.  Mary and Frank meet to review the Gilcrest Manor file.  Frank finds that the financial records have been removed from the file.  Frank and Mary talk about Mary's engagement to Jack, and Frank advises of one thing - that if she marries Jack, to do it without expecting to change him.   Later, when Mary asks Pat about his future with Faith, he tells her that he sees himself as a loving friend to Faith, and that Faith understands that.  Roger finds Delia at the bar in a happy moment with Frank, and later questions her about it.  When he leaves angry, Frank asks Dee what they were talking about.  Dee covers, saying that Roger is worried about Faith.

Episode 214 May 5, 1976

Delia asks Roger to meet her at his place so that they can clear up what happened at the bar.  Jill is working with Bucky to prepare him for the witness stand, when Seneca arrives. Seneca objects to Jill's approach, saying that she is coaching Bucky to avoid the truth, and he doesn't like it.  When Delia tries to make Roger understand her situation with Frank, Roger gets upset.  When Delia threatens to end the affair, Roger again professes his love, and they end up making love.  Seneca and Jill get into a heated argument, and Jill advises Seneca that he can either take her advice or get another attorney.  As Roger and Dee lie in bed together, there is a knock at the door.  They ignore it, but the door opens and Jill enters!  Roger tries to explain himself to Jill, but Jill returns his explanation with contempt.

Episode 215 May 6, 1976

Reenie delights in her new business arrangement with Sam, telling him how easy her first $2,000 was.  When she begins to talk about spending her new income on luxurious items, Sam quickly advises her that she cannot spend the money on anything that can be traced back to her - no fancy apartment, no bank account, etc.  He also points out that she has to be extremely careful in front of Mary Ryan.  A furious Jill lays into Delia, denouncing her for her betrayal of Frank.  When Delia turns the tables, saying that Frank cheated with Jill, Jill tells her that she gave Frank up despite that fact that he was the one thing she wanted most in life.  Jill reams Delia for getting involved with the one man that has hurt Frank the most.  Jill takes the photograph of Ed that she came for, and leaves.  Nick talks Reenie into continuing to live at home, but agrees to give her a separate entrance.  Delia goes to Jill's office and tries to explain.  She tells Jill that she loves Frank, and that she wants to preserve her marriage.  Delia makes an emotional plea for Jill not to say anything about her affair with Roger, but Jill doesn't commit herself.

Episode 216 May 7, 1976

Mary asks Jack to join the Ryans for Maeve's Mother's Day celebration.  Jack agrees, and covers up his hesitancy.  Jack later confesses his feelings to Jumbo about his and Mary's engagement.  Jack feels a little trapped, but will marry Mary because he doesn't want to lose her.  Mary meets with Bucky to talk about the Gilcrest Manor file.  When Bucky learns that the financial report is missing, he assures Mary that he can get the records through his family business.  Jack arrives at the Ryans' celebration and presents Maeve with a gift.  He gives her a book on the history of the Irish people.  Although Maeve loves the gift, Jack spoils it by randomly choosing an unfortunate selection to read aloud.  Jack reads a Roman historian's very negative description of the Celts, and Maeve is clearly offended.  Reenie walks in on Mary and Bucky hugging.  After Mary leaves, Bucky accuses Reenie of being short with Mary.  Maeve calls Bob, Pat, and Kevin into the kitchen, and tells them that Jack is Mary's choice and that they must live with that choice.  As she tells them not to say one word to Mary or Johnny about Jack's reading, Johnny walks in.

Episode 217 May 10, 1976

Maeve tells Johnny what happened with Jack and the reading, but makes him promise that he won't do anything about it. Johnny talks to Jack about his reading, without forcing a confrontation.  Johnny tells Jack that he is going to welcome him into the family for Maeve's and Mary's sakes, but that he will never welcome him in his heart.  When Mary arrives and Jack asks if they can leave soon, she asks him to wait just a while because her father always does something special for Mother's Day.  Jill arrives at the bar with a gift for Maeve.  Delia watches as Jill talks to Maeve.  Maeve talks about how happy she is that her children are all currently doing well, and Jill takes to heart how much Frank and Delia's happiness means to Maeve.  Later, Frank and Jill talk while Delia watches, but Jill only says that she is glad that he and Delia are working things out.  Pat, Mary and Frank sing a song to Maeve as follows their usual tradition, and Johnny follows.  Delia confirms with Jill didn't tell anyone about Delia's affair with Roger, but Jill tells her that it is for Frank's and Maeve's sakes, not Delia's.  Jill threatens Delia that if she ever catches her with Roger again, Delia will regret it.

Episode 218 May 11, 1976

Mary gets a concerned call from Miss Mills saying that she is desperately worried about Hector.  She tells Reenie and Sam where she is headed, and leaves a message at the hospital for Bucky to meet her there.  After she leaves, Reenie tells Sam that she is meeting Bucky for lunch.  Sam reprimands her, telling her to send Bucky to meet Mary and soon as she sees him.  Later, when Bucky arrives at Ryan's, Reenie talks Bucky out of checking in at the hospital.  Bucky talks to Reenie about having to testify in Seneca's case.  Reenie turns the conversation to getting Bucky's mind off of the trial, and suggests taking him to the races. When Bucky makes a joke about her hobby with the races running in the family, Reenie questions his comment.  Bucky is embarrassed, saying it was just a silly reference to her father.  What about my father, she asks?  Mary talks to Hector at Gilcrest Manor, and finally gets him to talk about the conditions.  Just as he begins to talk, Hugh Sharp enters and notices Mary's tape recorder.  Reenie insists that Bucky tell her what he meant about her father.  He apologizes and tells her about the gossip he's heard, and Reenie is hurt and outraged.  Hugh Sharp shows up at Nick Szabo's office, and asks if he knows Mary Ryan.  Hugh tells Nick about the day's events, and tells him that it's true that he's had to cut the budget at Gilcrest Manor in order to show a profit.  Nick tells Hugh that if there are problems at Gilcrest, to fix them, and to treat Mary Ryan very carefully.  Nick recommends that they move Hector far away, since he has been talking to Mary.  Hugh assures Nick that he agrees.

Episode 219 May 12, 1976

After Delia calls Roger to makes plans to meet, and Frank walks in.  She tells him that she's going shopping, but that she won't be gone long.  Bucky meets with Jill after his appointment with D.A.  The meeting did not go well, leaving Bucky upset.  Delia tells Roger about her conversations with Jill.  She relays that Jill is not planning to tell anyone currently, but that she will if she finds them together again.  Delia tells Roger that they have to be more sensible when they see each other.  Jill expresses concern to Seneca about her conversation with Bucky.  She's worried that the D.A. is planning to prove that Seneca had a troubled marriage with Nell and that it was a motive for murdering her.  Frank finds Delia looking depressed, and asks her what is wrong.  She tells him that she had a fight with her friend Sheila.  He assures her that their marriage is going to work.  Meanwhile, Roger gets an antique necklace out of a jewelry box at home, and smiles.

Episode 220 May 13, 1976

After Delia calls Roger to makes plans to meet, and Frank walks in.  She tells him that she's going shopping, but that she won't be gone long.  Bucky meets with Jill after his appointment with D.A.  The meeting did not go well, leaving Bucky upset.  Delia tells Roger about her conversations with Jill.  She relays that Jill is not planning to tell anyone currently, but that she will if she finds them together again.  Delia tells Roger that they have to be more sensible when they see each other.  Jill expresses concern to Seneca about her conversation with Bucky.  She's worried that the D.A. is planning to prove that Seneca had a troubled marriage with Nell and that it was a motive for murdering her.  Frank finds Delia looking depressed, and asks her what is wrong.  She tells him that she had a fight with her friend Sheila.  He assures her that their marriage is going to work.  Meanwhile, Roger gets an antique necklace out of a jewelry box at home, and smiles.

Episode 221 May 14, 1976

Seneca's trial begins.  Delia goes to Roger's to return the necklace, and while there she spills Roger's glass of brandy on her dress.  When she realizes that she can't go home with her dress stained, Roger talks her into taking a bath while he washes the dress.  While questioning potential jurors, Jill finds a juoror full of emotional bias against doctors, and dismisses him.  As Delia enjoys her bubble bath, Roger leaves the bathroom door open and watches her.  When she gets out of the tub, he walks over and seduces her.  Seneca is shaken by the biased potential juror, and Jill warns him that there will be rough waters ahead.  She then confronts the D.A., and he tells her that he intends to prove murder one.

Episode 222 May 17, 1976

Mary and Bucky arrange their schedules so that they can meet at Gilcrest Manor during lunch. Mary is very worried because all of her calls to Miss Mills and Hector are being transferred to Mr. Sharp's office.  After their lovemaking, Roger tells Delia that he doesn't want their affair to end.  He proposes, saying that if what she wants is a happy marriage, why not marry him?  When Mary and Bucky arrive at Gilcrest Manor, Hugh Sharp confronts them.  Sharp refuses to let them see Miss Mills or Hector, saying that they are suffering from high blood pressure and agitation from Mary's last visit.  Hugh sharp tells Hector that he is sending him to Philadelphia.  Hector protests, saying that he doesn't want to leave his friends at Gilcrest Manor.  Meanwhile, Mary and Bucky go to meet with Frank, but Frank isn't at his office.  Bucky calls his family law firm and insists that they find everything they can about Gilcrest Manor by tomorrow.  Delia is filled with emotion as she tells Roger that she can't marry him, that her place is with the Ryans.

Episode 223 May 18, 1976

Jill and the D.A. give their opening statements.  Frank welcomes Jack into the Ryan family, empathizing about his situation with Johnny.  Clem testifies in Seneca's trial.  The D.A. concentrates on showing that Nell was very much alive and Seneca pulled the plug, but Jill is able to show the loving relationship Seneca and Nell had during Nell's final months in her cross-examination.  Jack meets a reporter named Martha at Frank's office who is trying to interview Frank, and they have a brief flirtation, resulting in her giving Jack her phone number.  Clem tells Jill and Seneca that the D.A. asked him about a woman named Harriet Hill in his pre-trial examination.  Seneca reminds Jill that Harriet is the woman whose name was linked to his in Minnesota, but that there was nothing to it.  Jill insists that there better not be, or the D.A. will use it to establish a motive.

Episode 224 May 19, 1976

Jill further questions Seneca about his relationship with Harriet Hill, and he insists that there was nothing to it.  Seneca tells Jill that the only person that ever saw him with Harriet was Bucky's mother, Diana, and that the whole situation was innocent.  Clem runs into Roger at the hospital and lays into him for leveling charges against Seneca in the first place.  Angered by their confrontation, Roger calls Delia and asks her to meet him at his apartment.  When she refuses, he tells her that he will see her at her place, leaving her apprehensive.  When the D.A. questions Bucky, he gets Bucky to admit that he advised Seneca to see Jill because he was worried that people were going to assume that Seneca pulled the plug for Nell.  At the bar, Roger tries to convince Delia to marry him, telling her how much he has to offer her.  Delia is shaken by his desperation, and leaves when she starts crying.  In Jill's cross-examination of Bucky, she gets him to agree that Nell was already dead by the definition of death by the Harvard Medical School.  Bucky is also a very compelling witness to Seneca's love for Nell.  After Bucky steps down, the prosecution calls Diana Carter to the stand.

Episode 225 May 20, 1976

Mary receives the financial records from Gilcrest Manor from Bucky's lawyers.  Meanwhile, Hugh Sharp tells Miss Mills that he has bad news for her.  When the D.A. questions Diana Carter, she tells the court that she found Seneca and Harriet Hill sharing a suite when they were in San Francisco for a meeting.  Jill turns to Seneca and tells him to explain that to her, and quickly.  Hugh tells Beatrice that Hector is being transferred because of his high blood pressure.  Mary reviews the Gilcrest records and finds out that the primary owner is Nick Szabo's corporation.  Jill is successful in her cross-examination of Diana, showing that the San Francisco incident was innocent and purely a business setup.  Jill tells Seneca that if he assures her there will be no surprises, she needs to subpoena Harriet Hill.  Maeve talks to Jack and Mary about her own wedding.  Afterwards, Jack places a call to Martha, and then tells Mary that he has to leave.  At Gilcrest Manor, Miss Mills looks for Hector, and as she opens the door to his room, she screams.

Episode 226 May 21, 1976

Episode 227 May 24, 1976

Delia asks Frank if they can move back into their own apartment, because there is not as much privacy at Maeve and Johhny's.  Frank convinces her to stay just a few more weeks until after the primary.  Mary and Miss Mills are at the television studio, because Mary has convinced Miss Mills to give a statement on air to alert the community about the need to thoroughly investigate nursing homes.  Delia receives an extravagant arrangement of flowers, with no card.  Delia makes up a story that a man in her cooking class has a crush on her.  She promises to get his name so that Frank can have a word with him.  After Frank leaves for a meeting, Delia calls and tells Roger that he has to leave her alone.  Miss Mills gives a very affective statement to Mary.  Bob arrives and tells them that Hector's stomach was pumped, and he's feeling much better.  Bob also tells them that he met with Hugh Sharp, and that he's had a definite change of attitude.  Later, Mary hands over the financial records to Sam, warning him that they can't let Reenie know what's up.  When Delia goes to Roger's apartment to confront him, Roger tells her that unless she agrees to continue seeing him, he is going to tell Frank about their affair.

Episode 228 May 25, 1976

Johnny recommends that Frank should set up breakfast meetings with the people that opposed him in his campaign for city council.  Frank likes the idea, and it is agreed that he will have the series of breakfasts at Ryan's, so that Johnny and Maeve can help if it's someone they know.  Jack has drinks with Martha, telling her about the Ryan family without letting her know about his involvement with Mary.  Bucky escorts Reenie home after a date and tells her that he would like for her to meet his mother while she's in town.  They make a date for the next day.  After Bucky leaves, Nick enters and asks Reenie about Channel R and their investigative reporting.  Although the flirting is heavy, Jack gracefully gets out of inviting Martha up to his place after their meeting.  Meanwhile, Mary tells Johnny and Frank the latest on the Gilcrest story, which she is prepared to stay up most of the night writing.  Nick questions Reenie specifically about what Mary Ryan is working on, but Reenie tells him that it is certainly nothing interesting.  Reenie warns her father that he better not do anything that would cause a public scandal, especially since she is getting ready to meet Bucky's mother.  Martha calls as Jack and Mary are kissing.  Mary hands the phone to Jack to answer and when she asks Jack who it was, he tells her later that it was a beautiful lady reporter that has a crush on him.  As Jack looks to her to get jealous, she tells him not to be silly - she trusts him!

Episode 229 May 26, 1976

Roger testifies in Seneca's trial, saying that when Nell arrived in New York, she certainly didn't act as if she were tied to a husband.  When he goes on to comment on Nell's relationship with his father, Jill readily objects.  Delia asks Pat if he thinks she fits in with the Ryan family.   She alludes to the fact that maybe she would have been better off in a situation where she was pampered and indulged, rather than being part of such a politically active family.  After Pat leaves, Delia decides to consult Father McShane about her problems.   In Jill's cross-examination of Roger, she gets him to reveal the details regarding the $6,500 that Nick loaned him, and the fact that Seneca refused to renew his contract at the hospital which expires July 1st.  Delia confides in Father McShane about her situation with Roger, telling him everything.  As Roger prepares to leave the courtroom, Seneca stops him and confronts him about his relationship with Nell.  Seneca accuses him of lying, but Roger tells Seneca that if his father hadn't been interested in Nell, he would have pursued her further himself.  Seneca grabs Roger by the shoulders, but Jill stops him before he can go any further.

Episode 230 May 27, 1976

Mary talks to Sam about the Gilcrest Manor story, saying that she would like to give Nick Szabo the opportunity to comment before the story airs.  Sam assures Mary that Reenie doesn't have a clue about the story.  Meanwhile, Reenie and Bucky are at his houseboat.  Seneca's former secretary, Elizabeth Levitt, takes the stand.  The D.A. questions her about Harriet Hill.  Although she tells the D.A. that she witnessed closed door meetings between Seneca and Harriet, Jill gets her to point out that she witnessed the same between Seneca and male colleagues as well.  When Jill questions whether or not Elizabeth ever witnessed anything improper between Seneca and Harriet, Elizabeth gives a statement in support of Seneca, comparing him to her own father.  At the houseboat, Bucky tries to seduce Reenie, but stops him at just a kiss.  She explains to Bucky that despite appearances, she's quite old fashioned.  Mary meets with Nick Szabo, and he agrees to an audio recording of their interview.  When Mary gets Nick on tape, he gives a smooth statement saying that he has not been directly involved with the management of Gilcrest Manor, but that he will certainly look into the situation and remedy any complaints.  Once the tape recorder is off, Nick accuses Mary of doing the story to get back at him for his trouble with Frank.  Jill is furious with Seneca after Elizabeth Levitt's testimony is over.  She tells him that she wants Harriet Hill on the witness stand tomorrow.

Episode 231 May 28, 1976

Father McShane visits Roger, and Roger is stunned to realize that he's there because he wants to talk about Roger's affair with Delia.  Nick is furious when he is unable to prevent Sam from airing the story today.  Bucky takes Reenie to meet his mother.  When Diana asks Reenie about her father, she tells her that he runs the local funeral parlor, and has investments in real estate on the West side, and that he's a dear, sweet, wonderful person.  Father McShane tells Roger that Delia asked him to speak with Roger on her behalf.  Roger hears him out, but then lets him know that he is not willing to give up Delia.  Nick has Hugh at his office when Mary's Gilcrest Manor story airs.  Meanwhile, Reenie is watching with Bucky and Diana, and she cries that the story isn't true.

Episode 232 May 31, 1976

Johnny, Frank and Delia are at the bar, and Frank and Johnny discuss what a great job Mary did on the Gilcrest story.  Frank and Delia make a date to go to a block party where Frank is going to give a speech.  After Frank leaves to go by his office, Delia's excitement turns to panic when Roger enters the bar.  Reenie is shocked and humiliated after seeing Mary's story air.  She tries to explain to Bucky's mother, but finally excuses herself and says she's going to visit her father.  Meanwhile, Nick tells Hugh to go to Gilcrest Manor, open the safe, and follow his instructions.  At Ryan's, Roger talks to Johnny about his visit from Father McShane.  Delia listens to their conversation, realizing that Roger's words are really meant for her.  When Johnny steps away, Roger presses Delia to have a moment alone.  Delia relents and they move to a booth.  Reenie confronts Nick and tells him that he just caused her to lose thirty million dollars!  Diana admits to Bucky that she is concerned about Reenie's background, and that she hopes he isn't getting too serious with her.  Roger pours his heart out to Dee, telling her that he won't give her up.  When he leaves, he tells her that he expects to see her at his place within fifteen minutes.

June 1976 Daily Recaps

Episode 233 June 1, 1976

Delia arrives angry at Roger's apartment, but her anger to turns to passion and they end up making love.  Mary celebrates her story with her parents, saying that now that the story has broken, she can concentrate on her wedding plans.  Delia agrees to keep seeing Roger so that he won't tell Frank about their affair, but she secretly feels trapped and desperate.  Maeve shows Mary the wedding blouse that she wore in her own wedding, but Mary doesn't pick up on her hints that she would love for Mary to wear it.  Delia consults Jill about her problem with Roger, and Jill is appalled that Delia would come to her for advice.  Jill gives Delia the classic comment, "You've made your bed, and now you're going to have to lie in it".

Episode 234 June 2, 1976

After Mary heads out for a busy day, Jack calls Martha.  When she invites herself over to the apartment, he accepts.  Reenie confronts Sam for not warning her about the Gilcrest Story.  Reenie tells Sam that she absolutely hates Mary Ryan, but when Mary arrives, Reenie changes her tone and tells Mary that she understands that she was just doing her job.  Reenie even goes so far as to tell Mary  that she hopes the story won't interfere with their friendship.  Jack cleans the apartment of all signs of Mary.  When Martha walks in, he immediately kisses her on the neck.  Jack and Martha sit down to coffee, and have a deep conversation about marriage.  As Jack discovers that Martha's views are much like his own, they fall into a kiss.  Nick arrives at Channel R and tells Sam, Mary and Reenie that he just met with the special prosecutor's office.  He tells them that he has been had by Hugh Sharp, who emptied out his safe last night and disappeared.  Nick goes on to say that he is dedicated to cleaning up the problems at Gilcrest Manor.  Behind closed doors, Mary tells Sam that she doesn't believe a word of Nick's story.  In the other room, Reenie sarcastically tells Nick that he barely got himself out of this one.  He replies that he also has a solution for her problem with Bucky.  While Jack and Martha begin making out, Mary announces to Nick and Reenie that she has to go home to get the file for the story.

Episode 235 June 3, 1976

Mary calls Faith from the subway station to postpone on their search for her wedding dress. She heads toward home to get the file necessary for her follow up story on Gilcrest Manor. Meanwhile, Jack and Martha are on the bed, and Martha asks Jack what he's thinking.  Jill puts Harriet Hill on the stand, and Harriet convincingly denies having an affair with Seneca.  Harriet goes on to say that although Seneca and Nell argued often, she always had the feeling that they would rather be fighting with each other than making love with anyone else.  Jack is hesitant with Martha, obviously feeling guilty.  Martha decides that Jack's problem is an empty stomach, and sends him out to get breakfast, planning to make love right after they eat.  After Jack leaves to go to the bakery, Mary arrives, and finds Martha.  The D.A. gets Harriet to admit that she was in love with Seneca, and still is.  When Mary questions Martha, Martha realizes who Mary is, and stresses that she is only there to talk politics with Jack.  Mary realizes that Martha seems a little shaken.  When Jack arrives, he almost faints at the sight of Mary.

Episode 236 June 4, 1976

Seneca is furious over Harriet's testimony, but Jill tells him that it actually went well.  Jill goes on to say that if Seneca can just keep his cool, they have the case won.  After Martha leaves, Mary questions Jack about what's going on.  Harriet apologizes to Seneca for not giving a better testimony.  Seneca apologizes as well, for not being more perceptive of her feelings.  They say their goodbyes as the court reconvenes.  Dr. Hagen testifies next, telling the court that in his opinion, Nell was dead two weeks before the respirator was disconnected.  Mary and Jack get into a heated argument, and Jack insists that it's going to take him awhile to get used to someone caring where he is or who he's with.  As they make up, Martha calls.  She tells Jack that she is furious with him, because he used her, and because Mary seems like a nice person, and doesn't deserve a rat like him.  Afterwards, Mary apologizes for not trusting Jack, and they assure one another that they love each other.

Episode 237 June 7, 1976

Levine furiously objects to Hagin's final statement.  Jill counters fiercely, assures Seneca that she is in control.  Concerned McShane explores with Delia possibility of telling Frank all as viable solution.  Delia says it's impossible, feel more trapped than ever.  Pat establishes Nell's feelings about life support as expressed to him.  Levine tries to undermine Pat's effectiveness; establishes enormous cost of sustaining medical care for someone in vegetative state.  Judge recesses for lunch, and Seneca receives letter from County Medical Board.  Delia seeks and receives comfort from worried Pat.  She desperately wishes she could share problem with him.

Episode 238 June 8, 1976

Roger calls Delia, who refuses to meet him at his apartment; has to agree to Lem's.  Morose Jack has a session with Maeve over wedding.  Johnny arrives and invites Jack to dinner.  Jack uses the wedding announcements that he got from Maeve as an excuse to pay a visit Sister Mary Joel.  Maeve congratulates Johnny on the effort he is making with Jack.  Frank too is sweet and concerned about Delia and decides that he wants to meet Shelia.  Jack tells Sister Mary Joel that the wedding date is set.  He tells her that he does not want to hurt Mary but he is afraid he is making a mistake.  Jack calls his editor and begs for an assignment that will have him busy - too busy to get married.  He sets things up so that his editor will call while Mary is home.

Episode 239 June 9, 1976

Frank questions Delia about Shelia and becomes concerned that she is late.  Roger enters and sits with Frank and Delia as they wait for "Shelia".  He tells Frank that Shelia is a nice person, which leads Frank to believe that he is the only one that has not met her.   Jack gets a call from his editor and tells him that it is too early and asks him to call back.  Jack explains to him that his postponing the wedding is for Mary's sake as well as his own. Later, Jack accepts the pre-arranged offer which has Mary taken aback.  In the face of his excitement she asks him "What about the wedding?"  Roger joins Delia and Frank refusing to let Delia off the hook.  Jack effort to postpone the wedding fails; leaving both he and Mary troubled.  Roger realizes that if he is to have Delia, Frank is going to have to know.

Episode 240 June 10, 1976

Maeve testifies as to Nell's wishes and withstands cross-examination.    Mary is distressed about Jack's request to postpone the wedding and fails to receive reassurance from Sister Mary Joel.  Jill introduces surprise evidence before she rests the defense.  Nick goes into Reenie's purse looking for matches and discovers Reenie's hidden money.  When he confronts her he finds out the truth about Sam and the marijuana operation.  She becomes nervous when he leaves to take care of some business.  Seneca approaches the District Attorney on behalf of the letters and asks him if he really believes that Seneca killed his wife.  The D.A. accuses Seneca of murdering Nell for her money.  Jill and Maeve share in the sense that if this isn't over soon that Seneca will be a danger to this case.

Episode 241 June 11, 1976

Jill tries to prepare Seneca for what will happen during the closing arguments.  She asks him to remain calm and he tells her that he will do his best.  Nick confronts Sam on his findings about his side operation and the fact that he has hurt his daughter.  Sam tells Nick about Reenie's college operation explains to him the advantages of an immediate departure.  Sam agrees that he will leave town today.  Jill delivers an emotional summary to the jury.  She not only has made an impression on the jury, but on Seneca as well.  Bucky tries to calm a nervous Reenie with offers of taking her to the houseboat.  Just as Reenie is about to accept Sam enters and threatens to spoil their trip.  Levine delivers his closing arguments to the jury, which provokes Seneca to an explosive interruption.

Episode 242 June 14, 1976

Seneca takes the stand and comes dangerously close to wrecking the case for the defense.   Sister Mary Joel scolds Jack about his treatment of Mary.  She tells him that if he is not serious then he should call things to a halt.  Jack admits that she is right and comes to a sad decision.  While yelling at Reenie for ruining things for him Sam confesses everything to Bucky who decides to call things to a halt with Reenie.  Mary is frantic when she reads Sam's note and realizes that he is gone.  Sam calms her with plane tickets for their honeymoon.  When they realize that they have both been to see Sister Mary Joel Jack admits that he was having difficulty facing up to the reality of marriage but that he will be fine when it is all over.  The judge charges the jury and ensures that they know their duties.  Jill admits to Seneca that she very much fears conviction.

Episode 243 June 15, 1976

Roger enters Ryan's and is confronted with the love that Delia and Frank have for one another.  He places an order that sends Delia to the kitchen and sings praises to Frank about Delia.  Delia convinces Roger to leave with a promise that she will see him later.  When Frank questions her about Rogers admiration of her she claims she doesn't know what he is talking about.  Mary arrives at Ryan's with the limited news of what has happened to Sam.  Bucky comes in and is able to fill everyone in on Sam's operation and the fact that Nick has closed it down.  Reenie has a tantrum and tells her father that he is the cause of her losing out on thirty million dollars.  He tells her that no kid of his is going to be in the rackets.  Reenie accuses her father of not knowing what it is like to lose everything and is apologetic when he tells her that he remembers the day her mother left him.  Bucky admits that Reenie hurt him because he thought she liked him for him and not his money.  Desperate, Delia again pleads for help from Jill  - for Frank's sake.  Jill pays Roger a visit and after incessant questioning she tells him that he may get his wish as far as Seneca is concerned but not so with Delia.  She is shaken when she realizes the lengths that Roger will go through to make sure things go his way.

Episode 244 June 16, 1976

Pat suggests to Maeve that Mary should wear her wedding blouse.  Mary and Georgia set out to find the perfect wedding dress.  Delia threatens Roger that if he continues to force the issue she will not remain his friend.  When he tells her that he cannot live without her she promise that she will be able to see him every now and then.  He decides that he cannot live with that and decides to force the issue.  Mary and Georgia enjoy renewing their old friendship although they fail to find a wedding dress.  Delia feels that a lot of their problems would be solved if Frank wins the election and they are able to live in Washington part-time.  Roger leaves a message for Frank at headquarters that is designed to get Frank suspicious.  Delia shares with Pat her wishes of helping Mary find a wedding dress.  Mary receives a wedding veil from her Aunt Moira in Ireland that helps her to make a decision.  She is going to wear Maeve's wedding blouse and Maeve is going to make her a skirt to match.

Episode 245 June 17, 1976

Mary is pleased when she finds out that Jack asked Bob to be an usher at their wedding.  She shares with her mother and Frank that the heads of Channel has asked her to be the head of the news department.  Frank ushers a persistent Jack to the bar when he tries to force himself in to see Mary as she is being fitted for her dress.  Roger becomes worried when he realizes that Frank has not received his messages but finds reassurance that the message has not been lost.  Johnny tries to be nice, but cannot resist opportunity to needle Jack about not renting his tux and Jack keeps his temper.  Frank retrieves his messages and is excited when he tells Johnny that this is his chance to meet the elusive Shelia.  Johnny is bemused because he thought Delia was out rounding up volunteers.  Jack goes off to see Jumbo about wedding clothes.  Mary shares with Maeve her feelings about leaving her family - although she is very happy about the approaching wedding.  Jack shares his anger about the wedding with Jumbo and Co.  Jumbo fears that Jack will not follow through with the wedding and offers his support as the day approaches.  Johnny is enjoying the prospect of the wedding in spite of himself.  Frank is confused when he finds out that Delia has not been taking cooking lessons at Lem's.

Episode 246 June 18, 1976

Frank is unable to get a satisfactory explanation from Mrs. Lem about the cooking lessons that Delia was supposedly taking.  Faith discusses her future with Seneca and concludes that she may want to change her residency.  Pat and Maeve share in their expectation of Nolan Ryan's visit.  Frank tries to make sense of what Mrs. Lem told him without worrying Maeve.  Pat comes to Delia's defense.  Seneca shares with Jill his sense that Nell's presence was with him last night and that he feels that she is upset with him.  The jury has reached a verdict.  When Delia gives Frank the list of volunteers that she has rounded up her casually asks her if Shelia will volunteer.  Delia scrambles desperately and manages to avoid getting caught in a lie - but Frank's suspicions are aroused.

Episode 247 June 21, 1976

Seneca recognizes Jill's personal concern for him and is touched.  They share a nice moment and Maeve enters and asks if a friend can join them.  Delia seeks Roger's advice about how to handle Frank's invitation to Sheila.  He tells her to set up and believe the lie and things will work out all right.  Maeve tries to ease the tension that tells Seneca and Jill about Mary's wedding plans and shares her doubts about Jack.  When the subject of Frank's wedding comes up Maeve share her happiness of how well Frank and Delia are getting along.  Delia makes phoney dinner arrangements to convince the Ryan's that Shelia really exists.  Frank continues to question Delia about Shelia and she  becomes nervous and changes the subject.  Seneca is convicted and found guilty of assault in the second degree.

Episode 248 June 22, 1976

Jill explains the potential ramifications of verdict to Maeve and Johnny and that sentencing will occur the day of Mary's wedding.  Maeve invites the two to dinner and when they decline she is able to see Jill's growing investment in Seneca and approves.  Frank asks Mary if she is aware of any problems with Delia and when she says no he fills her on what has been going on.   Jack confirms for Johnny that he has 2 tickets to the Mississippi and ensures that he has plans of taking Mary.  Mary and Frank share wishes that Nolan Ryan's schedule coincided with theirs.  An uneasy Jack asks Mary if she wants to elope and she tells him to hang in there and that it will all be over soon.  Kathleen arrives.  Jill is taken aback when Seneca tells her that he does not want to appeal his verdict.  They reach an understanding and share a nice moment.  A family reunion occurs around the bar and Johnny makes sure Jack sticks around for the experience.  Regret threatens the party when Siobhan calls and says that she has the measles and won't be able to make it to the wedding.  An overwhelmed Jack leaves the party before he loses control of himself.  When Maeve finds out that Jack has left she pressures Johnny thinking that he had something to do with Jack's sudden departure. Johnny feigns innocence and gives his odds that Jack is not going to make it to the altar.

Episode 249 June 23, 1976

Maeve and Pat fill Kathleen in on Mary and Jack's background, while Delia feels ignored.  Pat cheers Delia and tells her that Frank is worried about her.  Upset, she tells him that she needs more freedom and asks him to stop feeding her husband information.   Roger sees them together and is hit with a twinge of jealousy.  Mary tells Kathleen of her hopes that marriage will solve all of their problems.  Kathleen tells her that marriage intensifies problems and hopes that for Mary's sake everything will be all right.  Roger approaches Delia and asks her if she is going to give him reason to be jealous of everyone in the Ryan family.  When Delia becomes upset he backs off and becomes his old charming self.  Jill lets Roger have it about what he has done to Seneca.  When Roger brings up Seneca's ethical behavior Jill tells them that the behavior that he and Delia have been exhibiting is enough to turn her stomach.  Delia rallies to his side and he uses it to get her to agree to see him later.  Jill shares her feelings about Seneca with Maeve, and Maeve approves.  Mary faces her wedding rehearsal and the evening events with trepidation.

Episode 250 June 24, 1976

Mary asks her brothers and brother-in-law to help Jack through the evening.  Roger sends a messenger to Ryan's with an anonymous letter for Frank.  Delia tells Roger that she thinks that something is going on between Jill and Seneca.  He tells her that they deserve one another.  When Delia tells him that she thinks that everyone is being unfair to him he allows her to comfort him - and things go a little too far.  Nolan Ryan is invited to the bachelor party.  Art tries his best to reassure Jack, which drives him to drink.  Delia realizes the desperate edge to Roger's feelings for her and is frightened.  Bob accepts the letter from the messenger and hands it to Frank.  Frank reads Roger's letter and is shaken when he realizes that Delia is not upstairs.  Art leaves with Jack and promises Johnny that he will get him home okay.  Bob is surprised when he finds out that Delia is not home and when he asks Frank where he is Frank tells him that he doesn't know.

Episode 251 June 25, 1976

Maeve and Sister Mary Joel explore Jack's resistance to Ryan family gatherings.  Frank and Maeve wonder where Delia is.  Maeve leaves with Sister Mary Joel before she has a chance to find out about the messenger and note.  Delia arrives and does her best to evade Frank's questions.  When she is unsuccessful she throws a temper tantrum and tries to turn the tables on Frank asking why he does not trust her.  When she goes off to bed Frank sits in a chair and reads the note.  Mary and Frank have an intimate heart to heart the night before the wedding.  She confesses that she is not sure if Jack is the man that she is supposed to marry.  He tells Mary that it could all be nerves but if she feels the same tomorrow he will support whatever decision she makes.  He just hopes that Jack is the man Mary wants him to be.  Maeve and Johnny discuss the futures of their children and the fact that they are happy that Delia and Frank have resolved to work things out.  Maeve feels that it would be good for all if Jill and Seneca were to fall in love with one another.  When she brings up her fears for Mary and Jack Johnny tells her that he would be pleased if he gets cold feet and does not make it to the wedding.  Frank knocks on the door and sends Maeve to Mary with news that she is in need of some mothering.  Maeve mothers Mary and tells her that everything will be all right.  As Mary relaxes Art calls to tell them that Jack has disappeared.

Episode 252 June 28, 1976

Mary and Maeve have a sentimental moment between mother and daughter the day of the wedding.  Johnny tells Frank that he thinks that Jack is missing and that he does not know whether to consider it a good thing or a bad thing.  Johnny calls Jumbo and he tells Johnny that he will go to Jack's apartment and will call him when he knows more.  Johnny tells Frank that is Jack leaves Mary at the altar he will break him in half.  Delia asks Frank if all is well between them and he tells her that it is before brushing her off.  She calls Roger to warn him to be on his best behavior to not get Frank suspicious.  He tells her to wear the necklace that he gave her as a reminder and she promises that she will.  When Frank questions her about the necklace she lies and tells him that she has had it for ages.   Family emotions occur as Maeve and Kathleen help Mary dress.  Jumbo calls and tells Johnny that it does not look good and promises to keep him posted.  At the Ryan's Mary makes her entrance and everyone is stunned at how pretty she is.  Johnny tells Frank that he can't tell Mary that Jack is missing and hopes that everything will be okay.  Frank asks to see Mary alone and thanks her for a lifetime of memories and tells her that he will always be around when she needs him.  He gives her Grandfather Ryan's ring and tells her that she will always be a Ryan and that they will always love her.  She promises that she will one day give it to Little John.  Johnny and family share final sentimental moments as Mary leaves for the church.  At the church Mary worries that no one has heard from Jack and is reassured by Maeve.  When Jumbo appears without Jack she asks, "Has something happened to Jack?"

Episode 253 June 29, Episode 253 1976

Mary learns that Jack is missing and is hurt when she finds out that her family knew about it and did not tell her.  Jumbo and the Ryan's set out to find Jack while Pat stays back to soothe an anguished Mary.  Clem and Jill rally behind Seneca as the Judge arrives to pronounce his sentence.  Seneca refuses that an appeal be made on his behalf.  Pat explains to Maeve and Father McShane that Jack has been detained.  A drunken Jack is found and is taken home to shower and change for the wedding.  Jill pleads for leniency.  Seneca makes a statement in defense of his actions before the Judge sentences him to 7 days in jail and 2 years probation.  Seneca refuses to appeal, which worries Jill but she resolves to accept his decision.  Pat tries to soothe a waiting Mary by telling her that her guests understand the delay and are patiently waiting for her. Johnny takes charge of delivering Jack to the altar.

Episode 254 June 30, 1976

Bob keeps Mary company and fantasizes of marrying her himself.  Jack appears before Mary.  They go into an office to talk things through.  Johnny and Frank tell Bob what happened to Jack.  Jack painfully tries to explain why he was as late as he is.  Mary asks him if on their wedding day he had to be dragged in it by force then what will he do for the rest of their lives.  Jack tells her that if he'd had a little more control over his destiny and not her and her family then it would have never happened - but nevertheless he is ready.  She tells him that she is not.  Jack flares at her change of attitude and she tells him that she should have taken the warnings as they came.  He tells her that he wants to change for her and tells her that he loves her.  She asks him what she is going to do about him.  He says, "Marry me and love me," of which she agrees.  Frank tries to deal with the anonymous note about Delia but is stalled for the moment.  Jill hurries in and finds out why the wedding was delayed.  She delivers the news to Frank about Seneca and admits that it is causing her anguish.   Jack and Mary come out and tell them that the wedding is on before he leaves to take his place at the altar.  Mary asks Frank to get Father McShane who tells her that if she has any reservations that she should wait.  She tells him that she is ready to commit her life to Jack and asks him to tell Jack that he looks wonderful.  Johnny arrives to get Mary and becomes a little worried when she tells him that she can't go through with it.

July 1976 Daily Recaps

Episode 255 July 1, 1976

Alone with her father in the rear of the church Mary tells him that she isn't exactly sure that she wants to marry Jack.  Johnny tells her that he will support her in whatever she decides.  Frank escorts Jill into the church.  Everyone is inside of the church gathered at the altar - except the bride, who has cold feet.   When Roger sees Jill he sits next to her and gloats when he finds out that Seneca is in jail.  Mary implores of Johnny to not tell Maeve about her possible change of decision and he agrees that this may be best.  Frank arrives to seat the mother of the bride before Mary can change her mind and tell her everything.  As Kathleen and Delia proceed down the music starts and Johnny asks her what she wants to do.  When Delia makes it to the foot of the altar the entire congregation looks back and wonders where the bride is.  Jack starts to panic.  Johnny relaxes when Mary tells him that she is ready and the two head up the aisle - to Jack's relief.  Mary and Jack exchange vows and are pronounced married.  All are excited as they watch the newly wed couple run down the aisle.  When Delia takes Frank's arm Jill notices the look on Roger's face and begs him to behave himself at the reception.

Episode 256 July 2, 1976

Friends and family celebrate Mary's wedding as Jack dances his first Irish reel and surprises everyone when they find out how well he does dance.  Jill becomes enraged and questions Delia as to why she is wearing her mother's necklace.  When she finds out the Delia is clueless she approaches Roger and tells him that he is a disgrace to their parents memory for giving away a sentimental family piece and that she intends to get it back.  Bucky pays a visit to Seneca and is upset when he realizes that Seneca refuses to appeal.  Jill is seething about the necklace and continues to stare at Delia.  Johnny applauds Frank and tells him that he is a good man for giving Mary something that he really cared about.  Jumbo makes a toast to the bride and groom and says that id Jack doesn't make Mary happy that he will break him in two.  Jack makes a toast to Maeve and Sister Mary Joel, which pleases Johnny.  Mary shows Jack how to cut the cake as the two of them share their first piece.  Delia goes into the kitchen to get more forks and is shocked when Jill demands the return of the necklace.  Delia returns it in anger as Frank enters.  Jill refers his questions about the necklace to Delia.   Jill catches the bouquet, much to Delia's chagrin.  Mary and Jack prepare to leave for their honeymoon.  Johnny tells Bob that he wishes it were him that she married.  He tells Johnny that he will just have to be content to be Mary's friend.  Maeve tells Jill to give Seneca her best.  Delia gets upset with Roger for not telling her that the necklace belonged to her mother.  He gives her an insincere apology.  Frank questions Jill and she tells defers him to Delia.  Rice is thrown as Mary and Jack leave for their honeymoon.

Episode 257 July 5, 1976

Delia tries to out talk Frank when she realizes that he wants answers.  He confronts Delia about the scene he witnessed between her and Jill over the necklace.  Mary and Jack celebrate their love for one another.  He apologizes again to Mary for his behavior at the wedding and thanks her for waiting.  She tells him that she also had second thoughts and he promises to be on his best behavior for at least the next 10 years of his life.  They toast to their happiness.  Johnny admits to Maeve that he feels as if he let Mary down today by bringing Jack to the church and that it will haunt him for the rest of his life.  Maeve thinks Johnny did the right thing because Mary's life is her own to live by her own choices.  She tells him that she is proud of him and that he has saved the day.  Mary and Jack marvel at the thought of being able to talk to one another for the rest of their lives.  Delia tells Frank that Jill thought that the necklace was her stepmother's and tells him that it isn't.  He tells her that he is not accusing her but that he is trying to put two and two together.  She uses lovemaking as a way to distract him from their conversation.  Mary and Jack go to sleep in one another's arms.  Maeve has comforted Johnny.  After Delia is asleep Frank goes over to the jewelry box still thinking about the necklace.

Episode 258 July 6, 1976

Frank shares his concern about Delia with his father and shows him the note.  Johnny advises caution and tells him that with that since he is close to securing a spot on the ballot that now is not the time for trouble.  He promises to have a talk with Delia to see what is going on.  Jill tells Seneca of Mary's wedding and it brings back memories of Nell's last minute panic at her and Seneca's wedding.  When Jill prepares to leave he asks her to visit him as soon as she can and she promises that she will.  Frank pays a visit to Jill to ask her about the necklace again.  She offers him no more information grimly covering for Delia and Roger.  When she tells him about the trial, Frank gets a sense of her involvement with Seneca.  Johnny talks to Delia and she tells him that everything is fine.  She asks him to talk to Frank and asks him to ease Frank's mind.  He tells her that she doesn't have to handle her problems on her own and hopes that she will feel free to come to him if she needs to talk.  Jill visits Roger and tells him to not involve her in anymore of his sick games that he is playing in his effort to win Delia.  She tells him that his life is such a series of miseries that if she could feel anything for him she would feel sad.

Episode 259 July 7, 1976

When Frank goes to Johnny to find out about his talk with Delia Johnny says that he should not allow the letter to get to him.  They decide that the only way to get to the bottom of this is to finally meet Shelia.  When Delia comes from the kitchen they set a date for the Chinese dinner and she promises not to disappoint them.  Roger helps Delia come up with a plan that will make Shelia disappear.  She implores of Roger to not make any trouble for her and he tells her that he is trying to prove to her that he is her loving friend.  Roger pays a visit to Seneca in a last ditch effort to work out a deal - to both of their advantages.  When Seneca refuses his offer he tells him that when he is done with him he will never practice medicine in New York again.  Delia returns the necklace to Jill as a token of gratitude for her not telling Frank the truth.  Jill warns Delia not to trust Roger and if she does then she is going to be sorry - and unfortunately so will Frank.  Delia tells Frank and Johnny about the plans that she and Sheila have made for dinner tomorrow night, but Frank doesn't believe her.  While having a drink with himself Roger declares that Sheila is going to be a bad, bad girl.

Episode 260 July 8, 1976

Delia ensures with Roger that he is going to make the call to say that Sheila can't make it to dinner.  When she tells Frank and Johnny that Sheila will be there any minute a look of disbelief passes between the two of them.  While on their idyllic honeymoon, Mary and Jack find their lifestyles different but not troublesome.  Tension builds when Sheila doesn't show up or call.  At his apartment Roger sits and watches the ringing telephone with a smile on his face.  Maeve goes to get the egg rolls as Delia places another call to Roger, who has covered the phone with pillows in order to further ignore the rings.  Frank asks Delia if Sheila really exists.  Jack tells Mary that he has never before felt possessive about a woman and that he needs her a lot.  She allays his fears when she tells him that she needs him also.  During an emotional confrontation Frank tries to force Delia admit that Sheila doesn't exist.  When he begs for her to take him to at least one person to prove that Sheila is real Delia admits that she made her up.

Episode 261 July 9, 1976

Pat arrives as Delia admits to Frank and his parents that there is no Sheila, and that she turned to someone else when Frank wouldn't go near her last winter.  Jill and Seneca share an intimate moment when she visits him in jail, and he tells her that he realizes that he is the cause of his own undoing.  Delia leads the Ryans to think that the person she turned to was God, telling them that she's had a religious experience.  Jill tells Roger that if he will support Seneca in his testimony to the County Medical Society, then she will do everything she can to get him reinstated at Riverside Hospital.  Roger refuses the deal, accusing Jill of becoming emotionally involved with Seneca.  Delia manages to answer all of Frank's questions about Sheila, when he finally asks why Roger said he met Sheila, if she really doesn't exist?  Delia covers, saying that Roger lied for her because he already knew the truth about Sheila.

Episode 262 July 12, 1976

Maeve comforts Delia, telling her that the truth is always better than lies.  Meanwhile, As Jack and Mary enjoy their honeymoon, they get into a deep discussion about their future.  Jack tells Mary that he loves the fact that she will "adapt" to anything, and as he explains himself, Mary grows concerned.  As they prepare for bed, Frank and Delia talk further about her explanation for her lies.  Frank tells her how bothered he is that she would confide in Roger Coleridge rather than him.  Mary takes offense to Jack's compliment, accusing him of thinking that her job isn't as important as his.  They quickly make up, realizing that they are silly to argue about something that might never happen.  Maeve tells Johnny that she sympathizes with Delia, but Johnny is worried that there is more going on than Delia has told them.

Episode 263 July 13, 1976

Pat tells Maeve that he doesn't think Frank was fair to Delia.   Faith prepares for her first day back on the job, and thanks Jill for her support during all that Faith went through in the past months.  Jill is distressed at facing the County Medical Society on behalf of Seneca, and doesn't think that the outcome will be good.  Delia offers to spend the whole day at Frank's side at campaign headquarters, hoping to be the perfect politician's wife.  After Frank leaves, Delia calls Roger to tell him about what happened the night before.  Pat assures Faith that they can be friends, and Faith tells him that she really values his friendship.  Faith tells Pat that she is rethinking what she wants to do in medicine, saying she might like to go into pediatrics.  Frank overhears Delia telling someone on the phone that she'll call him when it's safe.

Episode 264 July 14, 1976

Frank tells Johnny what he overheard Delia say on the phone.  When Johnny asks if Frank knows whom she was talking to, Frank indicates that he does.  Meanwhile, Roger testifies before the County Medical Board, telling them that it if they allow physicians to disregard the law, then seriously ill patients will pay the price, and negligence suits will follow.  Frank confesses to Johnny that he thinks Delia was talking to Roger.  Frank asks Johnny to invite Roger over to the bar, so that he can see Delia and Roger interact. Bob listens to Maeve talk about Mary's honeymoon, and wishes that he was the one floating down the Mississippi with Mary.  When Delia arrives, Bob tells her how proud he is of her campaign work.  Maeve lends a sympathetic ear to Jill as she talks about Seneca's County Medical Board hearing.  After Jill leaves, Delia tells Maeve that she thinks Jill is attracted to Seneca.  When Roger arrives at the bar, Johnny excuses himself and joins Frank in the kitchen.  Frank is both sad and angry as he watches Delia and Roger in an intense conversation.  Frank enters, asking Delia where his overnight bag is.  When he explains that he has to go to Albany, Roger's eyes light up.

Episode 265 July 15, 1976

Roger pressures Delia to come to his place while Frank is out of town.  Johnny tells Maeve that Frank believes Delia has been seeing Roger.  On their honeymoon, Mary and Jack share an intimate moment, as Jack talks about growing up in the orphanage, with dim memories of his parents.  As Mary comforts him, they are interrupted with the arrival of a telegram from Channel R.  Maeve doesn't want to believe that Delia and Roger had an affair.  Johnny gets Maeve to agree to tell Delia she'll watch Little John the next night if Delia asks.  Mary is flattered that Channel R thought she was so important that they would track her down on her honeymoon, but Jack is annoyed at the intrusion.  Bucky confronts Roger about his County Medical Board testimony.  Maeve's fears come true when Delia does ask her to baby sit for Little John.

Episode 266 July 16, 1976

Delia tries to explain to Roger why his determination to preserve the relationship is only ruining it.  He tells her that he understands and that he will do all that he can to make sure that she is not uncomfortable.  Frank is outside of the Coleridge home - key in hand.  Jill tells Bucky that she plans to ask Seneca to her family beach house to get his mind off of the things.  He tells her that this is a good idea right before the phone rings.   Seneca's license has been suspended.  Roger promises again to Delia that he will back off and be a better person.  He convinces her to make love just as Frank enters the house.  Seneca learns from Jill that his license has been suspended and graciously accepts her offer get away from things.  Delia and Roger enjoy one another's company knowing that this might be the last time for a while before they can be together again.  As they share an embrace they hear a noise and turn toward the door - it's Frank.

Episode 267 July 19, 1976

Delia tells Frank that he doesn't understand and begs for him to listen to her.  He tells her that he doesn't want to see her anymore and tells her not to return home again.  A hysterical Delia prepares to return home and begs Roger to leave her alone.  An angry Frank goes to his office to think through his problems and fantasizes about Jill instead.  Jill and Seneca are heading to the beach house and Jill thinks they are lost.  On the way to the beach house the car breaks down and Seneca walks to a garage to phone for a truck.  When he leaves Jill has a fantasy that it is Frank going to the beach house with her and not Seneca. When Seneca returns to the car Jill admits to him that she was having a fantasy about Frank. Pat wonders where Frank is and an apprehensive Maeve changes the subject so as to not tell him the truth. Delia arrives at the Ryan's and when she sees that she has preceded Frank she pleads to Pat and Maeve for forgiveness.  Delia explains to Maeve and Pat that Roger was blackmailing her and that she had to stay in the relationship to save Frank's career. Maeve tells her that she has told so many lies that it is hard to believe her now.  When Maeve leaves to tell Johnny the truth Delia throws herself into Pat's arms and begs her to be her friend.

Episode 268 July 20, 1976

Delia begs Pat that if their relationship has meant anything in the past for him to support her in this now.  Maeve tells Johnny that Frank's worst suspicions were true - that Delia was in fact having an affair with Roger.  When Johnny blows up at Delia for her affair with Roger she tells him that he wasn't so outraged when Frank was running around with Jill.  Seneca asks Jill for details about her relationship with Frank and she tells him everything starting from the beginning.  When he asks her if she is still in love with him he tells her that she will always love Frank but that she has put him behind her.  Pat stands up for Delia and tells Johnny that it is not fair for him not to give Delia the same consideration that he gave Frank when he had an affair.  When Johnny explodes Maeve tries to intervene and calm things down.  In the heat of all of the confusion Frank enters and tells Delia to get out.

Episode 269 July 21, 1976

Delia pleads with Frank that she has nowhere else to go.  Maeve tells Frank that he has every reason to feel betrayed but that he has to consider Little John - which gives Delia an idea.  She begs Frank not to break up Little John's home and when he tells her that he does not believe her story she tells him to ask Jill.  When Delia runs into the bedroom and slams the door Maeve and Johnny joins Frank in his concern for Little John.  Pat goes to Delia to offer her moral support and finds himself haunted by past and present feelings for her.  Mary plans a big dinner celebration for when they get home and tells Jack that she will not make the same mistake that Delia made - she is going to share Jack with everyone.  Although troubled, Jack tells Mary that if dinner parties will make her happy then she can have all that she wants.  In defense of Delia Pat goes into battle with Frank who tells him to mind his own business.  When Delia realizes that Pat isn't making any progress on her behalf she tries to use Little John to help fight for her marriage.

Episode 270 July 22, 1976

Delia frantically turns to Bob for help her work out things with Frank.  Pat tells the family that they should be more supportive and not choose sides.  When he and Johnny square off Pat leaves and Maeve worries about the impact that this will have on the entire family. Pat tries express his worry and fear to Bucky that this is going to drive Frank to Jill for good.  Bucky asks Pat if his feelings for Delia are a little more than he is admitting and he tells him that he and Delia were one another's first loves.  Seneca asks Jill if what has happened between her and Frank will keep her from loving anyone again and she tells him that although the bond will always be there she is looking forward to all of her other loves.  While sitting in his office Frank continually tries to call Jill.  Bob finds out what is going on and promises Delia that he will try and talk to Frank.  He apologizes to Maeve and Johnny for all of the trouble that this is going to cause them and sets out to find Frank.  When he finds him Frank tells him that it is over between him and Delia and that he his biggest regret is giving up Jill. A hurting Bob leaves him to go and have a talk with Roger. Frank continues to try to call Jill, who is on her way to the beach house, but to no avail.

Episode 271 July 23, 1976

Bob arrives at the Ryan's' and tells Delia that Frank doesn't want to see her.  Meanwhile, Frank is at his office, and begins to think about Jill compared to Dee.  When Delia argues with Johnny, Maeve confronts her.  Maeve assures Delia that she hasn't turned against her, but says that Delia has betrayed her trust.  Maeve advises Delia to take responsibility and stop acting like a child. Bob confronts Roger, and when Roger tells him that Delia loves him and is going to end up with him, Bob hits him.  On the riverboat, Mary has a nightmare and believes it means something is wrong with Frank.  Delia decides to make the Ryan's sorry for being mean to her.  Frank tries to call Jill, but there is no answer.   When Maeve begins to worry about Delia and goes to check on her, she finds that Delia and the baby are gone.

Episode 272 July 26, 1976

Johnny informs Frank that Delia and the baby are missing.  When Bob tells them that he hasn't seen Delia, Frank decides to go over to Roger's to see if Delia is there.  Meanwhile, Jill and Seneca arrive at the beach house.  Seneca tells Jill that he is impressed with her ease at sharing personal feelings, and she replies that she learned that from Frank.  When Frank tells Roger that Delia is missing, Roger is concerned about Delia, but Frank is only concerned about his son.  Roger suggests that the solution to their situation could be for Delia to be with him, leaving the baby with Frank, who could resume his relationship with Jill.  Mary calls Johnny and asks him to assure her that all is well, but he can't.  Mary is infuriated at the news, and tells Jack that she wants to cut their honeymoon short and return home to be with Frank.  Frank and Bob begin a full search for Delia, and Bob decides to have the precinct put a bulletin out.

Episode 273 July 27, 1976

Frank begins to think that Delia's disappearance is a ploy to punish him.   Maeve tells Frank that Jill is at the beach house with Seneca.  Frank is clearly thrown by this, and Maeve tells him that she doesn't know if there is a romance blossoming or not.  Meanwhile, Jill and Seneca grow closer as they spend time together.  Jack tells Mary that altering his plans and his life to suit the Ryan family bothers him.  Jill and Seneca spend the day playing at the beach.  As Maeve listens to Frank and Pat argue about Delia, the phone rings. Maeve answers and hands the phone to Frank, telling him that it's Delia and she's hysterical.

Episode 274 July 28, 1976

Frank tries to talk Delia into coming home, but he won't tell her that he has forgiven her.  She threatens him that if he won't take her back, then she'll kill herself, and then hangs up on him.  Frank repeats their conversation to Maeve and Pat, and Pat is very concerned.  He later tells Maeve that he thinks Frank has treated Delia very badly, but Maeve replies that Pat needs to let go and let Frank and Delia solve their own problems.  At the beach house, Seneca takes care of Jill after she cuts her foot on a jagged shell.  Afterwards, he holds her as she naps.  Delia waits several hours, and then calls Frank again.  Pat answers and tells Delia that Frank is out looking for her.  When Pat evades Delia's questions about Frank, she asks to speak to Maeve.  Maeve expresses her concern for Little John, and Delia gets very upset, saying that Maeve only cares about Little John, and not her.  She tells Maeve that if she can't be a Ryan, then she doesn't want to live anymore, and slams down the phone.  She moves to the hotel window and leans out onto the ledge, looking down below.  She mumbles, "What do you have to do to make people know that you're serious?"

Episode 275 July 29, 1976

Pat and Maeve are deeply concerned about Delia.  Meanwhile, Father McShane tells Frank that Delia wanted desperately to end her affair with Roger, but he was blackmailing her.  Pat calls Frank and tells him about Delia's call, and Frank heads home.  Mary arrives home without Jack, who went to the apartment.  She confides in Maeve and Pat about her argument with Jack.  Meanwhile, Jill wakes up from her nap and finds that she has been resting in Seneca's arms.  Their sexual attraction builds as they prepare for dinner.  Frank takes comfort in Mary's return, and after they discuss Delia, he confides that he is upset at the thought of Jill at the beach house with Seneca. Delia calls Frank in one last attempt to see if he'll take her back.  When she doesn't get a firm reply from Frank, she tells him that he will find the baby in Room 1007 at the Hotel Sanscerres.... but he won't find her there.  Frank tells Mary to call Bob, and he rushes out.  Delia tells sleeping Little John that everything will be all right, and then she steps out onto the window ledge.

Episode 276 July 30, 1976

When Frank and Johnny arrive at the hotel, they find Little John in the hotel room.  The manager then tells them that a tenant from the building across the street reported that there is a woman on the ledge.  Bob arrives, and gives the manager instructions for keeping the staff out of the way.  Frank leans out the window and tries to convince Delia to come inside.  Meanwhile, Jill tells Seneca that she really wanted to do something to make sure that he knew that someone cares for him, and he tells her that she succeeded.  Delia asks Frank to swear that he will give her another chance, and he agrees.  After dinner, Jill prepares to go to bed.  When Jill turns off the light, Seneca asks her not to go.  Jill says that she wants to stay, and they kiss.  Seneca carries her to the bed.  As Delia starts to make her way back on the ledge toward Frank, she freezes.

August 1976 Daily Recaps

Episode 277 August 2, 1976

Delia is on the edge of hysteria, as she stands frozen on the ledge of the hotel.  Meanwhile, Mary and Maeve are in the hallway outside the hotel room.  Martha McKee approaches, and tells them that she knows about Frank's wife.  She assures them that if they'll confirm the information, she will write it as carefully as she can.  Both Mary and Maeve refuse to confirm anything.  Before Martha leaves, she asks Mary about Jack.  Mary confides in her mother about her feelings regarding Jack's absence at a time like this.  Maeve goes into the hotel room when Bob tells her that she might be able to help Delia.  Meanwhile, Mary calls Jack and fills him in on what's going on.  He agrees to rush right over.  Maeve talks to Delia and tries to console her, but Delia asks for Pat.  Later, Father McShane arrives and makes an effort to talk to Delia as well. Jack confronts Martha about her story, and asks her not to run it.  Martha refuses, and tells them that she now knows that another person is involved in the reason Delia's out on the ledge... Jillian Coleridge. Delia confesses to Father McShane that she only went out on the ledge to trick Frank, and it worked.  As she sits on the ledge, she says that now God is going to punish her for being bad.

Episode 278 August 3, 1976

Delia is afraid that God is punishing her for tricking God and that she is going to fall.  Pat goes out on the ledge in hopes of bringing Delia inside.  Once he makes it to her he reassures her that she will be okay.  Johnny tells Maeve that even when they get Delia in the damage is going to be substantial.  They wonder why Frank ever had to get involved with Delia when Jill was living only three blocks away.  Seneca and Jill explore what going to bed together should be and what it means to each of them at this moment.  Pat is able to get Delia's mind off of her fear by promising her a crown.  The family watches in anticipation as Pat brings Delia in off of the ledge.  Delia clings to Frank and tells him that she wants to go home but he tells her that she can't.  She becomes hysterical when she realizes that she is going to be hospitalized and may not get a second chance.  In spite of what has happened between her and Seneca Jill misses Frank.

Episode 279 August 4, 1976

Delia refuses to have a sedative and begs to see Frank.  Pat convinces a reluctant Frank to see Delia so that she can rest and sleep.  When Frank refuses to tell Delia what she wants to hear she throws a tantrum and Pat tells Frank that he has to leave.  Later, she tells Pat that she never to make trouble.  Frank tells Mary that he cannot see a way out of the situation with Delia that won't be hard for her, the baby or himself.  Jack tries to protect Frank from Martha, who is doing everything in her power to be the first to print the story on what has happened to Frank and Delia.  Jack thwarts Martha when he calls in a favor and has her story killed.  Frank thanks Jack when Mary tells him what he has done.  Pat begs Frank to give Delia another chance and he refuses.  He tells Mary and Jack that he is afraid that he will never be free of Delia's emotional web.

Episode 280 August 5, 1976

While Frank is wishing for a future with Jill and Little John, Jill is at the beach house with Seneca enjoying his company.  Faith approaches Pat about Delia being in the hospital and he is forced to tell her the whole story - including the part about Roger.  Frank tells Mary that he fears that Jill's life has taken on a new direction - straight into the arms of Seneca Beaulac.   Seneca and Jill are enjoying the beach as lovers.  Roger learns of Delia's suicide attempt when Faith goes to give him a piece of her mind.  He tells Faith that he loves Delia and that when all of this blows over he plans to marry her.  Seneca tells Jill that he has no plans of resuming their relationship on their old terms.  Jill tells him that although she does not foresee anything to prevent their seeing one another, she wants to proceed with caution.

Episode 281 August 6, 1976

Roger pays a visit to Delia and to her great surprise and horror he asks her to marry him.  When she turns him down he pleads his cause with her, which sends her into distress.  Pat arrives and puts Roger out and tells him to leave Delia alone.  Faith is concerned about how involved Pat is with Faith and Bucky confirms her anxiety.  Bucky in-turn notices Faith's degree of involvement with Pat.  Back at Jill's apartment Seneca doesn't want to leave but Jill sends him away with the promise of dinner tomorrow.  Bucky is pleased when he sees that Seneca back to normal but becomes concerned when he sees how much he is involved with Jill. Roger tells Jill that Frank and Delia's marriage is finished and stuns her when he tells her that she would do both of them a favor if she went after Frank.

Episode 282 August 9, 1976

Roger tells Jill details of the breakup between Delia and Frank and defends his feelings for Delia.  Delia prepares for a meeting with Frank and Father McShane in an effort to salvage her marriage.  Delia's doctor is alarmed at the idea of allowing her full responsibility of Little John.  Jack has considerable difficulty when it gets down to sharing his personal space with Mary.  Delia tells Fr. McShane that she is not going to give up on Frank and her marriage.  Frank asks Johnny if Delia can stay with them for awhile and Johnny promises to discuss it with Maeve.  Frank makes plans to discuss his situation over with Jill in private.  Delia voices her intentions of never letting Frank go.

Episode 283 August 10, 1976

Seneca arrives unexpectedly to see Jill and as Frank is also on his way.  Bob is terribly concerned about Delia as well as Frank's future. Seneca asks Jill if she's heard the news about Frank and what it means to her.  She tells him that no matter what her feelings are, the basic situation between her and Frank hasn't changed.  Frank arrives and Seneca makes an exit.  After weighing situation carefully, Maeve and Johnny decide to ask Delia and LJ to stay with them.  Maeve is hoping Frank & Jill's feelings for one another don't complicate situation further.

Episode 284 August 11, 1976

Johnny tells Frank they will take Delia and LJ in. Faith is furious at Roger for what he's done to the Ryan's.  Faith questions and is told by Jill that there is no immediate future for her and Frank, as Frank arrives in Delia's hospital room.  An emotional Delia gives in and submits to Frank's arrangements, but remains determined to win him back.  In a struggle for control, Mary and Jack fight over bureau drawers.  The Coleridge's explore situation as a family, and Roger realize that having a political career is keeping Jill apart from Frank and him apart from Delia.

Episode 285 August 12, 1976

Despite Delia's dismay, Roger tries his best to convince her that he is the best thing for her.  Johnny arrives and confronts Roger. Mary prepares a surprise for Jack.  Seneca's pessimism is replaced by exuberance when arrangements are made for him to stay on at the hospital.  Pat, Faith, Johnny and Delia explore the family situation, including the divorce. Mary moves a family bureau into Jack's apartment.  Delia sees Frank's campaign as her salvation. Roger sets out to damage Frank's campaign efforts.

Episode 286 August 13, 1976

Seneca tells Jill his good news and hopes it will have an impact.  Jack sees the bureau Mary has had moved into the apartment and explodes.  They argue and Jack walks out.  Jill is the center of attention from both Seneca and Frank, whose obvious interest doesn't please Pat.  Pat and Frank disagree about Delia. Seneca makes a move toward Jill.

Episode 287 August 16, 1976

Pat shares with Faith his outrage at the way Frank treats Delia. Delia and Bob are disturbed by the arrival of a worried Charlie Ferris.  Infuriatingly withdrawn, Jack returns and his refusal to deal with Mary about situation leads to emotional explosion.  Pat and Faith recapture intimacy as he shares sibling feelings with her. Bob evades Charlie's questions until Delia volunteers to answer.  With pain on both sides, Jack and Mary struggle through an emotional reconciliation. In an effort to be more amenable, Jack allows Mary to host a dinner party.  Pat and Faith disagree about Delia. Delia lies to Charlie on Frank's behalf and Frank stops her.

Episode 288 August 17, 1976

Delia's affair complicates matters for Frank, and she objects to his blaming her.  Frank succeeds in reducing Delia's involvement in his life. Faith is concerned at how involved Pat is in Delia's life.  Sadly, Bucky realizes that Faith's concern about the Ryan's is a way of caring about Pat. Seneca intensifies his pursuit of Jill and tries to divert her from Frank. Bucky succeeds in getting Faith's mind off of Pat.  Frank and Delia evaluate their situation and realizes that it doesn't look good.

Episode 289 August 18, 1976

Roger denies Delia's allegation that he made a damaging anonymous phone call. They make plans to meet at the park in an effort for Delia to impress upon Roger the seriousness of the situation.  Frank tells Mary that he is considering divorce.  She tells him that although divorce is out of the question for her, she knows that he belongs with Jill and that is where he should be.  Delia explains to Roger how important the campaign is to her and to Frank and begs him to be good. Jill arrives to see Maeve and finds Frank instead.  She tells him that they are going to have to be patient and wait until the time is right for them to be together.  Jill and Delia encounter each other for first time in weeks.  Delia tells Jill that Roger forced himself on her and Jill tells her that she is lying.  Delia scores a point when she tells Jill that Frank places his career above her.  Roger places a call to Martha McKee to give her the scoop on Frank Ryan.

Episode 290 August 19, 1976

Although apprehensive, Jack helps Mary prepare for their first dinner party.  Pat and Faith agree that they won't let their differences over Delia ruin the evening for themselves or Mary.  Seneca learns that Jill is at beach house. Bucky and Clem congratulate Faith on her new residency in pediatrics.  Bucky feels very alone as he watches Pat and Faith leave together.  Faith and Pat arrive at the Fenelli's and Mary and Pat square off over Delia.  Jack intervenes to rescue the evening.  Seneca takes Jill supper at beach house and tries to encounter her resistance at his courtship of her.

Episode 291 August 20, 1976

Maeve becomes emotional as she goes through Little John's things.  Frank overhears as Pat shares with Maeve his anger at how the family is on Frank's side while leaving Delia out in the cold. Despite troubles around them, Mary and Jack find happiness for a moment together. Frank and Pat square off and Maeve intervenes and puts some hard questions to Frank who becomes offended and asks Maeve exactly what it is that she is proposing.  Seneca takes a present to Jill, which she accepts but tells him that nothing is going to happen between them and that he should accept the fact that she is waiting for Frank.  Frank arrives.

Episode 292 August 23, 1976

Frank challenges Seneca's presence at the beach house and Seneca takes him up on it. Jill gathers herself to cope with both of them.  Seneca wants Frank to define his situation and plans for himself and Jill and states his own intention of not removing himself from the scene.  Delia tries to solicit advice from him on the management of the situation with Frank, further manipulating Pat to keep him on her side.  Maeve finds them together and wants a word with Delia.  Maeve warns Delia about making trouble between Pat and Frank. tells Delia that it's her recommendation to Frank that he re-address himself to working out solution with Delia for Little John's sake. Delia is grateful for the support from Maeve.  Frank tells Jill that he is commitment to get a divorce and marry her.

Episode 293 August 24, 1976

Mary makes plans for her and Jack to attend Frank's rally. Roger makes appointment to meet Martha who is interested in a potential story about Frank Ryan. Delia arrives to try to solicit some support from Mary.  Jill objects to Seneca's confrontation with Frank of the night before and Seneca calmly refuses to be put off.  He expresses his feelings for Jill and she leaves rather than be angry with him again.  Mary tells Delia not to expect much support from her.  Martha arrives at Roger's and gets information from him that if printed will be the end of Frank's career.

Episode 294 August 25, 1976

Assured that Roger has no political motive for providing her with questions on Frank, Martha prepares to attend the rally for Frank Ryan.  Bob and Charlie dispel any doubts and know that there is a big night ahead for Frank. Delia makes plans to be good at the rally. Jill explains to Seneca what their lovemaking meant to her then and now.  He tells her that what they had meant something and that he is having difficulty dealing with her sudden turn around.  Maeve expresses personal meaning of Frank's accomplishments to her and the family. Martha McKee arrives and Jack tries to get her to leave.  When the rally begins Martha McKee uses Roger's questions to embarrass Frank, which leaves his hopes for Congress in shambles.

Episode 295 August 26, 1976

Johnny asks Frank if he can get Martha's story killed and he tells them that the best thing that they can do is hope that it does not get front-page play.  Mary grabs Delia's arm and forces her to admit the hand she played in Frank's demise.  Delia tells her that the campaign was the only thing that was giving her a chance to mend things with Frank and now she has nothing.  Pat charms a young patient and manages to charm Faith as well. Mary and Bob share an intense sense of loss with Frank. Delia tries to capitalize on that loss and fails.  The family recognizes that the campaign is over.

Episode 296 August 27, 1976

Seneca sets out to comfort Jill and finds himself angry with her.  Maeve and Johnny try to sort out what the consequences will be of what has happened to Frank.  Seneca makes a final effort to persuade Jill not to go to Frank, and fails.  Mary and Jack reaffirm their love. Jill arrives at Frank's Office and expresses grief over what has happened. They find themselves in each other's arms and pledge that all they want is to be together.

Episode 297 August 30, 1976

Jill and Frank awaken to the joy of being with one another and recognize the need for caution.  Political wake for Frank is interrupted by his cheerful arrival. Frank Ryan is alive and living in Riverside.  His professional plans for the future are outlined, restoring some of his family's good spirits.  Seneca apologizes to Jill for his anger and offers his concern.  Frank informs his parents that he is going to get a divorce and try to secure custody of the baby.  Maeve cries out in pain while trying to pick up Little John.

Episode 298 August 31, 1976

Torn cartilage in Maeve's back makes it impossible for her to do anything but rest.  Despite Maeve's condition and Johnny's insistence, Delia refuses to make any effort to rally.  Mary volunteers to help with family problem by taking Little John down with her and Jack for a few days.  Jill recaps for Roger what has happened at the rally and tells him that he may get his wish after all.  Jack accepts a rush assignment from his editor just as Mary arrives home with baby, who is more than a handful.

September 1976 Daily Recaps

Episode 299 September 1, 1976

Mary tries to reassure Jack that Little John isn't going to be any trouble at all, but Jack isn't convinced.  Jill has late supper ready at office for Frank.  They mutually agree to caution until after the divorce. Delia arrives.  Little John falls out of Mary and Jack's bed.  Frank tells Delia that he intends to file for divorce immediately.  Jack becomes annoyed with Little John's antics and decides to sleep on the patio, leaving Mary to cope with an unhappy baby.

Episode 300 September 2, 1976

Mary is ready to give up and take LJ home. Jack, feeling guilty. suggests she check and see how Maeve is first.  Delia is having hysterics for Maeve's benefit.  She appeals for help from Maeve, is furious when she doesn't get it.  Mary calls and realizes Maeve's situation is still bad.  She tells Jack that Delia is still unable to cope and convinces him to care for Little John while she goes to work.   Delia confronts Roger who denies everything, provides her with name of a lawyer.  Jack takes Little John back to Delia and tells her that regardless of what she is going through, she is to care for Little John and no one else's.

Episode 301 September 3, 1976

Delia meets her lawyer.  Mary and Jack fight when she finds out that he returned the baby to the Ryan's without discussing it with her.  Delia receives practical and specific advice from Ms. Burney about her next steps.  Mary is dismayed to find that Jack has considerable resistance to the idea of their having children.  Delia begins to look for proof that Frank is back with Jill and seeks comfort from Pat.

Episode 302 September 6, 1976

Delia struggles to keep Roger at bay, after she thanks him for suggesting Ms. Burney as her lawyer.  Mary explores her and Jack's reactions to Little John's stay and is distressed at his suggestion that he never wants children.  Delia lies to Frank when he finds her searching through his things.  Jill is shaken to encounter that there are irreconcilable differences between herself and Maeve.  Mary and Jack are troubled over their disagreement about children.  Maeve finds Delia searching for something.

Episode 303 September 7, 1976

Frank prepares summons and complaint for divorce hearing. Father McShane arrives to see Maeve.  Mary and Jack are troubled by strained feelings and a business trips offers them a chance to make-up.  Maeve worries that Frank will leave the church. Jill worries also but Frank sees an entirely new element in her concern.  Jack and Mary find themselves at odds over her refusal to try to go out of town with him to cover his story.  Frank and Jill have a lyrical moment, as he takes step to bring divorce suit.

Episode 304 September 8, 1976

Delia is served summons in Frank's divorce case and her intense reaction convinces Seneca more than ever that Jill is making a mistake.  Mary meets Alex.  Bucky shares in Seneca's pain over Jill and tells him that if he loves her he should not give her up. Delia tells her lawyer about Frank's summons and she tells Delia that it is time for them to move swifter. Mary finds out that Alex and Jack were friends in Vietnam and invites him to dinner.  When he picks up on the vibe that all is not well at the Fenelli's, Mary tells him that his presence may just make things a little better.

Episode 305 September 9, 1976

Seneca tells Bucky that the cure to all of his problems with Jill is romance.  Frank takes Jill to a secluded restaurant and does his best to assure her that no one will ever know they were there.  Jack and Alex have a long awaited reunion and is entertained when Mary and Jack lose their tempers with one another.  Jill and Frank make plans to go to the beach house in order to be alone.  Bucky hires a violinist on Seneca's behalf.  Jack accuses Mary of bringing Alex to their home to pick a fight.  She tells him that he is being irrational and goes to bed before he has a chance to continue the argument.  Old memories are restored as Frank helps Jill search for her keys.  Before they have a chance to leave her apartment Seneca arrives with Roses and a violinist and serenades her outside of her window.

Episode 306 September 10, 1976

Frank is peeved as he peeks out and sees Seneca below Jill's windows and becomes annoyed when Seneca and company head upstairs to Jill's apartment.  Jill assures him that no one will ruin their trip and sends him out of her apartment with a kiss.  Pat becomes uncomfortable when Delia tells him that her lawyer wants her to dig up information on Frank and Jill.  Seneca tells Jill that he wanted to do something that would make her happy.  When he falls asleep on her sofa she is forced to call Frank.  Mary tries to restore things with Jack but he leaves for his business trip without fully giving her a chance.  Delia enters Frank's office in hopes of finding information regarding him and Jill.  While there she overhears Frank and Jill discussing their trip to the beach house - tonight.  When they leave she smiles and prepares to follow them.

Episode 307 September 13, 1976

Frank and Jill plan the day and night together. Delia plans to catch them, with Pat as a witness.  Mary apologizes to Alex for the night before and gains insights into Jack's behavior.  Faith invites Pat to a formal dinner party as her escort.  When Delia sees them together, she brushes Faith aside and persuades Pat to drive her out to Jill's tonight. Jill and Frank plan evening together.  Mary's call to Jack backfires.  Jill feels safe and secure with Frank - not knowing that Delia and Pat are three houses away.

Episode 308 September 14, 1976

Delia and Pat find Frank and Jill together at the beach house.  Mary consults her mother about insights she has gained about Jack, and is given an insight about herself.  Delia, denounced by both Frank and Jill, vows to fight the divorce more than ever, turns to Pat for help.  Roger and Faith have a nice brother - sister discussion and Faith learns that Roger's feelings for Delia are genuine and that theirs was a true affair.  Jill and Frank discuss the horror they could possibly face now that Delia has Pat as a witness.  Although uncomfortable with the idea of being a witness in the divorce, Pat agrees to do so - for Delia's sake.

Episode 309 September 16, 1976

Delia and Pat tell Johnny that they found Frank with Jill at the Coleridge beach house.  Johnny is shocked when Delia implies that she plans to have Pat testify against Frank as a witness at the divorce hearing.  Mary and Jack both miss each other as she's in bed thinking about him at the apartment, and Jack is thinking about her in bed in a hotel in Washington.  They both try to call each other, and finally Jack gets through.  Pat plays interference in Johnny and Delia's disagreement, not realizing that Delia is manipulating him.  Mary and Jack make up on the phone, and Jack agrees to finish his work and come home as soon as possible.  Pat and Johnny argue about Delia.  Johnny tells Pat how troubled he is that Frank and Delia's problems have come between Frank and Pat.

Episode 310 September 15, 1976

Dee's lawyer encourages her to bring Pat to her office so that they can get a voluntary statement from him before his family pressures him not to make one.  Meanwhile, Jill tells Faith that she is sure that Delia's arrival at the beach house was not accidental.  As they talk, Jill begins to feel sick, and says that she's been having flu-like symptoms.  Faith attributes it to the stress Jill has been under.  Seneca arrives, and Jill fills him in on the situation with Delia.  Jack calls Mary to tell her that he's running behind with his work, and may not make it home tonight.  After hearing Mary's disappointment, Jack agrees to cancel his plane reservation and drive home immediately following his interview.  Pat and Delia meet with Delia's lawyer, and Pat tells her what happened at the beach house.  When she asks to record the statement, Pat tells her that he will have to think about it, and will be in touch.  After he leaves, Delia assures the attorney that she will convince him to give the statement.

Episode 311 September 16, 1976

Mary bumps into Alex at the hospital and invites him to Ryan's for dinner.  Meanwhile, Jack is driving home as it begins to storm.  He turns on the radio to keep him awake.  Pat tells Maeve and Johnny that he met with Dee's lawyer, but that he was unable to give a statement.  He adds that he hates that the family supports Frank in every situation, giving no support to Delia.  Mary introduces Alex to Johnny and Maeve.  When Johnny asks how they know each other, Alex says that Mary is married to a very dear friend of his. Mary tells Maeve how anxious she is to have Jack home.  Jack is having trouble staying awake, and it begins to rain.   Frank assures Pat that he understands that he has to testify against him, and that he certainly will not hold it against him.  When Pat asks how Frank can be so compassionate with everyone but Dee, Frank tells him that he just doesn't believe that Delia is sincere.  Johnny takes an immediate liking to Alex, and begins to regard Jack in a different perspective.  Johnny suggests that he, Alex and Jack should sit down with a bottle of Irish and get to know each other better.  Meanwhile, Jack is startled by blinding headlights and swings the wheel.  As the car crashes, Mary gets a troubled look on her face.

Episode 312 September 17, 1976

As Jack lies semi-conscious on the highway, Mary begins to feel uneasy.  Delia overhears Frank telling Mary that he is going to try to obtain custody of Little John.  Frank begins to worry about Mary when she admits that she doesn't feel good.  Meanwhile, cops arrive at the scene of Jack's accident, and call for an ambulance.  Delia walks in on Frank telling Mary about the situation with Delia.  When Frank tells Delia that she is full of lies and deceit, she assures him that she is not going to give him a divorce.  Frank vows that he will get the divorce.  Mary attributes her troubles to not sleeping well in Jack's absence. As Alex gets her to talk about her wedding, she begins to feel a little better.  Meanwhile, the medic at Jack's side announces that he thinks Jack is dead.

Episode 313 September 20, 1976

As infirmary doctors work on Jack, a doctor calls Mary and tells her that Jack's been in an accident.  .  Alex requests that Jack be transferred to Riverside Hospital.  Alex talks to the doctor and assures him that the emergency room staff would be ready.  He then tells Mary that there is a possibility that Jack may not survive the ambulance trip to the hospital.  After Pat reviews the Frank and Delia situation with Bucky, he makes the decision to give Delia his full support.  Alex takes charge at the ER when the ambulance team arrives with Jack.  Mary calls Johnny and asks him to rush over.  Mary feels horrible as she realizes that Jack only drove with so little sleep because she asked him to.  Pat promises Delia that he will testify on her behalf against Frank.  Alex asks Clem to assist him in surgery.  Alex tenderly tells Mary that Jack's chances of making it are not too good.

Episode 314 September 21, 1976

Mary asks Johnny to go and get Maeve while Mary calls Father McShane.  Delia pours her heart out to Maeve, and the conversation turns to Little John.  When Maeve says that Little John might be better off with Frank, Delia gets hysterical.  Johnny arrives and explains to Maeve that Jack is in the hospital.  Delia asks to go to the hospital with them, but Johnny refuses.  After Maeve and Johnny leave, Delia calls Bob and asks him to come over.  Maeve tries to comfort Mary as they sit in the waiting area.  Bob consoles Delia as she explains how important it is to her to remain in the Ryan family.  Father McShane reads last rites for Jack as Mary, Maeve and Johnny stand by.  Mary tells Jack that she loves him, then  leaves so that the staff can prepare Jack for surgery.

Episode 315 September 22, 1976

Jack's surgery gets underway.  Bob and Bucky join Mary, Maeve and Johnny in the waiting room.  Bucky offers to check in and see how the surgery is going, and Mary leaps at the offer.  When Maeve and Johnny get a moment alone, Johnny begins to blow off steam that Jack should have known better than to drive with so little sleep.  Maeve tells him that there's no purpose in finding fault.  Pat arrives home and Delia explains briefly about Jack's accident.    Bob tries to reassure Mary, and she realizes that she needs to call Sister Mary Joel and Jumbo, as well as Frank.  Johnny and Maeve talk about Delia, and wonder whom she will turn to now that it's over with Frank.  Meanwhile, Delia comes to the realization that she's not going to kill herself or run away, as long as Pat will stick by her.  Bucky convinces the Ryan family to go home, telling them that the surgery could last another six hours or longer.  Pat assures them that he will call the moment that there is any news.  Mary finally agrees to leave with Johnny and Maeve.  As she leaves, Alex begins emergency measures in the operating room when Jack's heart stops.

Episode 316 September 23, 1976

Alex is able to get Jack's heart beating again.  Mary waits anxiously at Maeve and Johnny's, and decides to call Frank.  As Jill and Frank rejoice at finally being able to be together, Mary's call interrupts them.  Frank rushes over and does his best to give Mary hope.  Mary and Maeve fall asleep in the living room, waiting by the phone.  Mary receives a call early the next morning with the news that Jack is out of surgery and his way to the recovery room.  When Mary arrives at the hospital, Alex tells her that the next 24 hours are critical.  Mary goes in to see Jack in the recovery room.

Episode 317 September 24, 1976

Delia goes in to find Pat on Mary's bed, moves very close to him, and gently wakes him up.  As she inquires about Jack's condition, she moves closer and closer to him.  When they almost kiss and Delia invites him to dinner, Pat grows uncomfortable.  Seneca arrives at the hospital and assures Mary of Alex's reputation as an excellent doctor.  Pat reminds Delia that she's still his brother's wife, and asks her to help him resist any temptations.  Later, Delia overhears Pat tell Maeve that he's worried that Delia will look for comfort in Roger.  Mary sits by Jack's bedside, and pleads with him not to die.  Maeve tells Pat that she doesn't think Delia will go long without a man, and the man she ends up with could certainly be Roger Coleridge.  Delia overhears Pat answer that he will personally do anything to keep Roger out of Delia's life.  She then calls her lawyer, and asks if there would be any legal reason for her not to see Roger Coleridge.

Episode 318 September 27, 1976

When Delia meets with Anne, she again asks if there is any legal reason why she can't see Roger Coleridge.  Anne is able to get Delia to confide in her that the reason she wants to see Roger is to bait Pat to rescue her from him.  Jill approaches Seneca at the hospital and asks about Jack.  While Seneca is telling her the latest, Jill is overcome with a wave of nausea.  After she recovers, Seneca invites Jill to dinner, but she declines.  She tells Seneca that if he turns every meeting into a personal encounter, she'll have to avoid seeing him altogether.   Delia makes a quick exit out of Anne's office as Frank arrives.  Frank tells Anne that he has amended his divorce complaint from adultery to cruel and inhuman treatment.  Maeve tells Seneca that she wishes he and Jill had managed to get together a little sooner, and he agrees.  Seneca confides in Maeve that he's in love with Jill, and that he has no intention of giving up on her.  Delia shows up at Roger's apartment, and tells him that he was right about Frank all along.  She allows Roger to take her in his arms for a moment, and then promptly tells him that she can't stay now.  After one passionate kiss, she tells him that she'll call him as soon as things calm down.

Episode 319 September 28, 1976[MISSING]

Episode 320 September 29, 1976[MISSING]

Episode 321 September 30, 1976[MISSING]

October 1976 Daily Recaps

(I am missing recaps for most of October.)

Episode 322 October 1, 1976[MISSING]

Episode 323 October 4, 1976[MISSING]

Episode 324 October 5, 1976[MISSING]

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Episode 327 October 8, 1976[MISSING]

Episode 328 October 11, 1976[MISSING]

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Episode 333 October 18, 1976[MISSING]

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Episode 338 October 25, 1976[MISSING]

Episode 339 October 26, 1976

Delia’s lawyer tells her that Frank has filed for custody of Little John and that she should expect a surprise visit from a social worker some time in the next few days. When they discuss how the family testimonies will play a part in the judge’s decision for custody, the lawyer tells Delia to do everything possible to get a positive statement from Maeve. Jill warns Faith to consider her past relation with Pat before they jump into another one. When the two discuss Jill’s pregnancy, she tells Faith that divorce seems to be the only option. Later, Jill’s decision about abortion is shaken when Mary counters her argument with the fact that the baby should also have a say in the matter. Delia tries to get Maeve to not say anything negative during the custody hearing and realizes that Maeve intends to testify against her and for Frank. Maeve gives Jill an emotionally honest statement about abortion and leaves Jill upset and crying.

Episode 340 October 27, 1976

Alex gives Jack a check up and offers him medicine when he sees how much pain he is in but Jack turns him down. Alex leaves when Mary comes in and when she is also unable to get through to Jack, she leaves when he tells her that he wants to be alone. Jill tells Faith that she can’t bring herself to have an abortion and that she will tell Frank the truth, but only after the custody hearing is over. Mary is touched when Bucky offers to pay Jack’s hospital bills, but she turns him down. Later, Mary accepts a dinner invitation from Alex in hopes of forgetting everything that is troubling her. Jill goes to see Frank and tells him that she doesn’t want to lose him. In his arms she pleads for him to never let her go. At dinner, Mary learns more about Jack and Alex’s friendship. Later, Jack is angered when he learns that Mary and Alex had dinner together.

Episode 341 October 28, 1976

Jill snaps at Seneca and asks him to leave her alone for awhile. Delia asks Pat to go trick or treating, but he tells her that he already has plans with Faith for the evening. After Pat leaves, the caseworker arrives just as a very messy Little John enters from the bedroom. Jack is very irritable when Mary visits him at the hospital. As she explains that she had dinner with Alex last night, Jack gets very quiet. Later, Clem tells Mary that Jack should be able to leave the hospital soon. Seneca inquires with Faith about what’s going on with Jill. When Seneca alludes to Frank making Jill sad, Faith assures Seneca that Frank has been good for Jill. Afterward, Faith tells Jill about her conversation with Seneca and advises Jill to tell Seneca what’s going on soon. Delia tries to make Frank look bad during her conversation with Mrs. Simon, the caseworker.

Episode 342 October 29, 1976

Delia questions Johnny about their conversation with the caseworker but he does not give her the answers she is looking for. She later cons Bob into baby-sitting Little John, convincing him that she is just going out for a walk when she is actually planning to meet Roger for dinner at Lem’s. The Ryan’s discuss the visit from the caseworker and come to the conclusion that if Delia wants Little John she is going to have to grow up. Mary talks to her parents about her problems with Jack’s hospital bills, and is shocked when Johnny suggests that Jack should stay in Mary’s old room at their apartment. He promises to be on his best behavior so that the two men can get along. Delia meets with Roger at Lem’s and intentionally gets him drunk, hoping to get him to take her back to the Ryan’s apartment. Mary shares a nice moment with Alex over drinks, and he assures her that Jack should be able to leave the hospital in a week or so. Delia convinces Roger that she is so drunk that she needs help getting back to the Ryan’s apartment. Bob tries to defend Delia’s parenting to Maeve. As they conclude their conversation, Delia and a drunken Roger arrive, much to the dismay of the Ryan’s.

November 1976 Daily Recaps

Episode 343 November 1, 1976

Bob questions Maeve and Johnny on their conversation with the social worker and comes to Delia’s defense when they tell him that Delia should not get custody of Little John. When Delia and Roger arrive, he and Johnny get into a confrontation, ending with Bob escorting Roger out. As Delia sobs to Johnny about how unfairly he treats her, Pat arrives. Jill finds Seneca in his office and apologizes for the way she treated him in their last meeting. Seneca continues to ask her to explain to him what’s going on, but she refuses and tells him that she will give him the information when she is good and ready. When Delia gets upset with Johnny for treating her like a child, Maeve tells Delia that Johnny is the head of the family, and if Delia wants to stay with them, she has to respect that. When Delia threatens to leave, Johnny tells her that if she takes his grandson out of their apartment he will have her in family court and make sure she loses Little John. Johnny and Pat get into a heated conflict over Johnny’s treatment of Delia, and Maeve tells them that if they cannot talk sensibly then they should not talk at all. Jill tells Faith that her only hope of maintaining a relationship with Frank is to present him with the truth in her own way at her own time. She goes on to say that the last thing Frank needs during the custody hearing is for anyone to find out that she’s pregnant. Bobby tells Delia that while she was out with her drunken admirer, Bobby was defending her, and all Delia did was prove him wrong. Bobby tells her that she is damaging her custody case and becomes upset when he realizes that Delia is using Roger to make Pat jealous.

Episode 344 November 2, 1976

Maeve catches Mary making a phone call, but Mary avoids telling her what it was about. Mary is very nervous as she heads off to convince Jack to move into the Ryan apartment. Roger asks for Faith’s opinion about Delia’s relationship with Pat. Faith tells Roger that Delia plays on Pat’s instincts to nurture because of her need for attention. Faith also tells him that Pat may very well be the person she (Faith) wants to spend her life with, and that she’s going to let their relationship develop carefully. A suspicious Jack eavesdrops on Mary and Alex. After he pretends to wake up, he is very short with Alex. Maeve tells Faith about her concern for Pat’s relationship with Delia. She candidly tells Faith that she thinks Pat is on the verge of settling down, and that she hopes it’s with Faith. Jack is appalled at Mary’s suggestion that he move into the Ryan’s.

Episode 345 November 3, 1976

Jill decides that she will definitely not have an abortion, but tells Faith that she is going to wait for the outcome of the custody hearing before telling anyone that she’s pregnant. Pat accepts Faith’s invitation to lunch at the Coleridge house. Meanwhile, Delia arrives at Roger’s apartment, and Roger is overjoyed that she’s joining him for lunch. She tells him that she is going to make him forget all of the time that they have been apart. Later, Delia panics when they hear footsteps overhead, and Roger tells her that it’s Faith and Pat. He becomes frustrated when Delia makes a quick exit without spending the time with him that she promised. As Frank and Jill discuss the custody hearing, Frank senses that Jill is worried, but he is distracted by his assistant’s news that he is double-parked. After he leaves to take care of his car, Jill finds herself alone with Little John. As she plays quietly with him, Delia arrives. Delia is furious at finding Jill with her baby, and viciously tells her that if she wants a baby, she should adopt one just like the Coleridge’s adopted her. As Jill tries to make her escape, Delia grabs her arm and makes her stay to hear her out.

Episode 346 November 4, 1976

Bucky runs into Mary outside of Jack’s hospital room, and they have a brief conversation about Mary’s troubles. She tells Bucky that the best solution to their troubles would be for Jack to go back with her to her family’s apartment, but that Jack is too independent to agree to that. After she enters Jack’s room, Bucky walks away thoughtfully. Mary tries to talk to Jack again about the Ryan apartment, but he insists that he would rather move to a ward where he could make a quick recovery. Jill tells Seneca that she thinks that Seneca is making a conscious effort not to be controlling with her, because he’s trying to make up for what he did to Nell. When Seneca admits that she might be right, Jill is touched by his honesty and openness. Mary confesses some of her problems to Maeve, who suggests that Johnny might be able to help. Bucky makes arrangements with his lawyer to pay Jack’s hospital bills anonymously. Mary meets with Dr. Wolfe, who confirms Mary’s suspicions.

Episode 347 November 5, 1976

Delia tells Pat that she needs him and tries to hurry him home from the hospital. Johnny tells Jack that his being at the Ryan’s apartment is important to Mary and convinces Jack to recuperate at the Ryan apartment. Johnny tells Mary the good news as she goes in to see Jack. Before going in, Mary prays for the right words to say. Jill is about to confide in Maeve about her pregnancy, but is interrupted by Johnny’s arrival. Jill moves into the living room and rests on the couch, just as Delia comes in and confronts her. Mary talks with Jack, who informs her that he is already full of regrets for agreeing to recuperate at the Ryan apartment. Unable to deliver her news, Mary leaves Jack close to tears. Moments later, she arrives at Maeve and Johnny’s, and announces that she’s pregnant. As the confrontation between Delia and Jill builds, Delia shoves Jill, who falls unconscious over Little John’s bike. As Maeve, Johnny and Pat are reacting to Mary’s news, Delia comes running into the kitchen and says that she has killed Jill Coleridge.

Episode 348 November 8, 1976

Pat and his parents find Jill unconscious and call the hospital. Pat searches for and finds a pulse as Mary tells a weeping Delia that she has done it this time. As Pat supervises the medics, Delia tries to explain to Johnny what happened. Mary arrives and says that Frank is on the way, then confronts Delia when she finds out that Delia did it on purpose. Maeve questions her, and Delia explains the argument that they were having that led to Delia pushing Jill. Frank arrives and asks what is going on. Jack confides to Alex that he is not looking forward to recuperating at the Ryan’s, especially in the company of a two year old. Jack tells Alex that he is looking forward to getting back to his own apartment and getting his marriage going, with about ten days in bed with Mary. Frank goes straight to the emergency room and gets the full details on Jill’s condition. Later, Delia tells Frank, in front of his family, that she didn’t mean to push Jill. He furiously tells her that of course she didn’t mean to, just like when she didn’t mean to push him down the stairs. There is stunned silence from the family as Delia tries to explain. When she finally turns to Pat he tells her that she better call her lawyer.

Episode 349 November 9, 1976

Delia calls her attorney and asks to see her right away. When Delia asks Maeve about Jill’s condition, Maeve tells her that Pat will let them know soon. Mary tells Delia that she will never forgive Delia for what she did to Frank and for what she put the family through. As Delia protests, Johnny and Maeve put her in her place. Maeve tells her that the family has rallied around Delia and loved and supported her over the years, and in return she has undermined the family. Later, Mary and Johnny share a nice moment as she confides in him that she is worried about Jack’s reaction to finding out that she is pregnant. Johnny reassures her, and says that when Jack learns the full story about his condition, the fact that Mary is pregnant will make all the difference to him. Pat questions Faith about Jill’s enlarged abdomen and asks if she might be pregnant. Faith confirms that she is, and pleads with Pat to let Jill tell Frank herself. As she is telling Pat that Jill is three months pregnant, she turns to see Frank at the door. Mary finally tells Jack that she is pregnant, and his reaction is just as she feared. When Mary tells him she doesn’t know how it happened, he tells her that she planned it. Anne advises Delia that barring a miracle, she can just about kiss any hope of gaining custody of Little John goodbye. Faith explains to Frank that Jill wanted to keep her pregnancy a secret because she didn’t want to jeopardize his custody case. Frank immediately assumes that the child is his, and is ecstatic. Frank promises Faith that he will take good care of her sister before he leaves to go and inform the family of her progress. Faith leans over Jill and asks her how to tell Frank that he is not the father.

Episode 350 November 10, 1976

Mary denies getting pregnant intentionally and tells Jack that for him to think so hurts her more than she can say. When Mary asks if he means that he doesn’t want the baby, he says that’s right -- he doesn’t. Roger arrives at the hospital and is shaken when Faith tells him that Delia pushed Jill. He is stunned further when Faith reveals that Delia also pushed Frank down the stairs resulting in him nearly dying. When Frank arrives, Mary tells him that she is pregnant. Frank is excited for her and tells her that he wishes his news were as good. Roger reviews Jill’s medical chart without permission and realizes that she is pregnant. Faith pleads with Roger to stand by Jill and not tell anyone about her condition. Roger tells her that he would like to do that but the problem is that he would also like Delia. Meanwhile, Frank tells his family that Mary’s timing is remarkable -- Jill is pregnant, too. Maeve and Johnny are clearly distressed, but Frank assures them that he intends to get his divorce and marry Jill. He asks the family to keep Jill’s pregnancy a secret until the custody hearing is over. Maeve tells the family that although she is not overjoyed, she does not feel bad at the thought of having Jill Coleridge as the mother to her grandchildren. At the hospital, Faith is at Jill’s bedside, questioning whether or not she should tell Frank that the baby Jill is carrying is Seneca’s.

Episode 351 November 11, 1976[MISSING]

Episode 352 November 12, 1976[MISSING]

Episode 353 November 15, 1976[MISSING]

Episode 354 November 16, 1976[MISSING]

Episode 355 November 17, 1976[MISSING]

Maeve testifies that to her belief, Little John would be better off with his father.  Mary tells Alex that she's helped Jack as much as she can, and now it's time for Jack to make some effort of his own.  Delia presents her case, telling the judge that she knows that she has to grow up or that she will lose everything, including her baby.  Frank questions her, asking if he couldn't make her happy, how does she expect a two year old bear the weight of keeping her happy?  Mary tells Jack that he's miserable and that he's trying to make her miserable too, but that he can't.  She insists that she's glad she is pregnant, and that she is not going to leave him, and he is not going to leave her.  She finally breaks through to him, and they share a kiss.  Bob testifies and is very torn as he says how much he loves Frank, but that he believes that Little John should be with his mother.  Later, Pat testifies, and is obviously sad about siding with Frank, which makes it even more effective.  After Pat's testimony is complete, Delia's lawyer turns to her and tells her that the only thing that can get her custody now is a direct miracle.

Episode 356 November 18, 1976

Bucky runs into Delia at the bar, and she presses him about Jill's "condition."  Bucky refuses to give her any further information, leaving Delia furious.  Seneca shares his questions and concern about Jill with Faith, but Faith isn't able to help much.  Seneca questions why Jill is so agonized. Faith insists that the source of her agony is the thought of her pregnancy becoming known before the custody hearing is over.  When Seneca continues to question her, Faith advises him that she can't stay and give him answers that she doesn't have.  Pat sees Bucky at the bar, and Bucky warns him about Delia's inquiries.  Afterwards, Pat runs into Delia in the kitchen, and she tells him that she thinks everyone is keeping a secret about Jill's condition from her.  Pat tells her to put Jill out of her mind, and leaves Delia alone and frustrated.  Delia immediately calls Roger and tells him that she desperately needs to come over and see him.  Faith visits Jack in his hospital room, and admits that she knows about Mary's pregnancy and his reaction to it.  Jack confesses to Faith that the more honest he is about his feelings with Mary, the more he feels like a rat.  Delia arrives at Roger's and explains to him exactly what happened when she pushed Jill.  Delia tells him that she feels like everyone is hiding something from her about Jill, and she sees Roger hesitate.  Delia insists that she will never forgive Roger if he keeps something from her that causes her to lose custody of Little John.  As Delia presses him, Roger finally breaks down and tells Delia that Jill is pregnant.

Episode 357 November 19, 1976

Delia arrives at her lawyer's office first thing in the morning and informs her that Jill is pregnant with Frank's baby.  Anne initially advises Delia that this news won't change anything; until she sees Delia launch into a highly emotional, chin quivering fit of indignation.  Anne thinks for a moment, and says that if Delia can summon that sort of fit on demand, then they might just have something.  Johnny visits Jill at the hospital to offer her some support.  When he tells her how much it means to him that he and his late best friend Ed would share the same grandchild, Jill gets very emotional.  Johnny apologizes for upsetting her, and leaves before he can upset her any further.  Anne and Delia meet with the judge and Frank, and Delia announces that Jill Coleridge is pregnant with Frank's illegitimate baby.  When Frank and Delia get into a heated argument, the judge stops them and says that he has an announcement.  Jill is in hysterics as she tries desperately to get to a phone to call Frank.  Clem finds her just as she is about to collapse, and helps her back to bed.  He assures her that he will leave messages for both Frank and Faith, and that there is nothing for her to do but wait.  The judge announces that he will need to recall two witnesses before he makes a final decision.

Episode 358 November 22, 1976

Frank tells Johnny that he thinks that he might not be awarded custody of Little John since Delia announced to the judge that Jill is pregnant.  Meanwhile, Seneca visits Jill at the hospital.  He tenderly gives her advice about managing her pregnancy.  Jill is very serious as she begins to tell Seneca the truth about the baby, when Frank walks in.  After Seneca leaves, Frank explains to Jill that Delia told the judge about Jill's pregnancy.  Jill becomes very emotional, saying that she's going to go crazy if they don't unravel everything now.  She prepares to tell Frank the truth, but Faith interrupts their conversation.  Alex gives Jack the good news that he is ready to go home.  Jack is very serious as he questions what Alex really thinks about Mary.  When Alex tells Jack that he's damn lucky to have her, Jack replies that he's going to get well fast because he doesn't like the idea of Mary and Alex having daily medical consultations.  Faith convinces Jill to concentrate on getting better, and to wait to tell Frank until she's back at home.  Meanwhile, Seneca thinks back to the weekend he spent with Jill at the beach.

Episode 359 November 23, 1976

Delia tells Mary that she has a hunch that the Ryan's are going to treat her better when she has custody of Little John.  Mary is infuriated, but manages to control her temper and leave.  Later, Faith and Jill congratulate Mary on her pregnancy.  When Mary tells Jill that she cannot wait for them to finally be sisters-in-law, Jill gets noticeably upset.  After everyone arrives at the judge's chambers, the judge explains how he arrived at his decision.  It is clear to him that the divorce is going to be complicated, and that things are further complicated by Jill's pregnancy and Delia's instability.  He awards temporary custody to Johnny and Maeve.  Faith is with Pat and Little John when Delia runs into the apartment and into Pat's arms.  Delia is explaining to Pat that Maeve and Johnny got temporary custody as they arrive home.  They assure Delia that she will always be Little John's mother, and that she is welcome to stay at the apartment.  Later, Delia asks Pat to have dinner with her, and he says that he can't.  Feeling rejected, Delia announces that she is going to see Roger Coleridge.  After she leaves, Pat starts to follow her, but Maeve and Mary stop him.

Episode 360 Episode November 24, 1976

Delia seeks comfort in Roger, but insists that she isn't in the mood to make love.  Meanwhile, Faith questions Pat about his history with Delia, asking if they were ever lovers.  Seneca is with Jill as she prepares to leave the hospital and return home.  When he questions Jill's apprehension, she asks him to phone her later tonight.  Frank arrives to take her home, and after Seneca leaves them alone, Jill indicates that there is something that they need to straighten out when they get to her apartment.  Pat admits to Faith that he and Delia were lovers in high school, and that he's felt protective over her ever since he had to break it off.  At Roger's apartment, Delia asks Roger to run away with her.  Roger indicates that he would like to make their relationship permanent, but Delia tells him that she's not quite ready for that.  Jill arrives at her apartment with Frank to see that Frank has fully prepared for her return home with flowers, champagne and a promise ring.  As he professes his love to her, Jill finds that she can't tell him the truth about the baby.  Seneca's call interrupts them, but Jill cuts the call short, saying that things didn't work out as planned, and asks him to call her tomorrow.  Delia returns to the Ryan apartment and tells Pat that Roger asked her to go to Europe with him.  She taunts Pat as she slips into a nightgown and asks him to massage her neck.  Pat is having a hard time resisting her, and finally leaves the room.

Episode 361 November 25, 1976

In a wheelchair, Jack goes through another bout of therapy moments before he is taken to the Ryan's apartment.  Clem tells him if he does not take it easy he will face back or heart problems for the rest of his life.  Delia brings a cold Little John home from the park and is upset when Maeve questions her ability to take care of him.  Later, Little John is miserable and Delia wants to call a doctor.  Maeve tells her to call Faith and Delia quickly changes her mind.  Jack arrives and is apprehensive about staying at the Ryan's; especially when he finds out that Little John is sick.  Against Maeve's wishes, Delia convinces Clem to take a look at the baby and is told that he is definitely sick.  Johnny arrives home with the news that Jack's hospital bills have been paid in full.  The consensus is that it was either Bucky or Seneca but with no way to know for sure they decide to accept it.  When Little John continues to cry Mary asks her parents to do something about it and quick, before Jack decides to go to a nursing home after all.  Maeve has a talk with Jack who is able to relax and accept her help to get through the upcoming weeks.  When Faith finds out that Jill has yet to tell Frank the truth, she warns her that if she waits too long it will only make matters worse.  When she admits to being jealous of their relationship, Frank tells her that after all the time they wasted they are happy to be together and there is nothing that is going to change that.  Later, when the baby awakens in tears, Jack takes pain pills in order to sleep.  This is a sure sign that things are going to become worse in the days ahead.

Episode 362 November 26, 1976

Jack and Mary awake and are able to laugh about the night before with Little John.  When Jack has severe chest pains Mary calls for Alex against Jack's wishes.  He tells her that he does not want Alex to have to spend any more time with Mary than necessary.  Jill makes plans to keep her secret from Frank so that they can have a week of bliss alone together.  Mary asks Jack if she is beginning to show and is upset when Jack does not want to talk about any aspect of her pregnancy.  When Jack questions Johnny about the paid hospital bill Johnny assures him that he will investigate it and let him know.  Alex arrives, and when Jack notices the easy manner between Alex and Johnny, he becomes a tad jealous.  Alex examines Jack, who is not too pleased to have him there and tells him that he is coming along nicely.  Later, when he hears Alex and Mary laughing in the living room, Jack becomes angry and beckons Mary -- angrily.  Johnny questions both Bucky and Seneca and accepts their denial of paying Jack's hospital bill.  Later, Seneca tells Bucky that he thinks that paying the bill was a nice thing for him to do.  Mary tells Jack that she and Alex were laughing about her pregnancy and that if he cannot handle hearing news about the baby then she will talk to someone who can.

Episode 363 November 30, 1976

Frank pays a visit to Delia to ask her for a divorce and tells him that she will do it, but only if she can get full custody of Little John.  Frank tells her that sooner or later he will get a divorce and she replies that he will -- but not before Jill's baby needs a name.  Mary presses Bucky to find out if he was the one that paid the hospital bill.  He is evasive, telling her that whoever it was does not want to be thanked and that she should leave it at that.  Later, Bucky tries to comfort Mary by telling her that he understands Jack's feelings about being a father because it would mean that he had to share Mary with someone else.  Delia takes satisfaction at having the upper hand over Frank -- for once.  When Bob questions Delia's motives about not giving Frank a divorce, she tells him that it does not suit her and that the one thing that would speed up the process is if she and Pat were to get together.  Pat is appalled when he finds out about Delia's plans to go to Europe with Roger.  Mary tells Maeve that she hopes that Jack can learn to share Jack's feelings about children.  Maeve tells her to have faith and that everything will be all right.  Pat tells Delia that, were she willing to grow up a little, she could take care of herself and not rely so much on others.  Half dressed, she falls into his arms and tells him that she only wants to be with him, but since she can't, she will just have to take what or who she can get.  And that is Roger Coleridge.

December 1976 Daily Recaps

Episode 364 December 1, 1976

Jack is being a difficult patient, which does not sit well with Mary.  When he makes a comment about the breakfast that she made for him, Mary's temper flares, and they fight over the tray.  Jill shares memories with Faith of the times that the three musketeers -- she, Frank and Bob -- worked closely together.  When Bob arrives, he and Jill discuss the current situation, and Bob confirms for her that the future of their friendship looks shaky.  When Mary tells Jack that he needs to be more considerate of her family, Jack becomes sarcastic, causing a rift between the two.  Maeve tells Johnny that she would be happier if Pat would pay more attention to Faith than Delia.  Johnny gets upset when he sees the mood that Jack has put Mary in.  Maeve tells Mary to put on a good face around her father if she does not want him to straighten Jack out.  Mary remembers happier times between her and Jack and ends up in tears.   Bob tells Jill that it is her fault that Frank's dreams have come crashing down around her.  Bob defends Delia to Jill and she tells him that she is on the verge of losing a lot more than Delia has lost.  Maeve and Johnny fill Alex in on Jack's behavior.  Maeve and Johnny are grateful when Alex invites Mary for a trip to the farm.  When she tells Jack where she is going, he pretends to be asleep, and Mary goes without his permission.  Later, Maeve takes Jack some breakfast, and when he inquires about Mary, she tells him that Alex took her for a drive.  When Jack explodes, Johnny intervenes, and Maeve has to break the two up.  Maeve takes Johnny into the living room to calm him, and he asks her, "If Jack is behaving this way now, what is he going to do when he finds out what is really wrong with him?"

Episode 365 December 2, 1976

Delia receives travel books in the mail, and when she calls Roger, he convinces her that they need to take their trip as soon as possible -- hopefully New Years Day.  Roger makes plans for them to get Delia's passport and go shopping, which she accepts when she hears Pat come in looking for Mary.  When Mary returns from her trip with Alex, Jack gives her a piece of his mind and ends up insulting every member of her family -- especially Johnny Ryan.  Frank intervenes and tells Jack that if he has anything to say, Jack should say it to him. When Roger takes Delia shopping, she strings him along and tells him that they can leave for their trip soon.  Frank tries to calm Jack but to no avail.  Jack tells him that Mary is finally out from under his shadow and that he cannot tell him how to treat his wife.  Mary tries to apologize to Frank for Jack's behavior and is comforted by Frank when he tells her that he understands Jack's pain.  She shares her fears with Frank about what is going to happen when Jack finds out the truth about his sex life.  Delia tells Pat that she knows that they cannot be together but will keep him in her heart while travelling to places she and Pat dreamed about.  Pat comes close to kissing Delia and leaves her room.

Episode 366 December 3, 1976

Pat shares some of his frustration about Delia with Bucky and convinces him that he is not in love with his brother's wife.  Bucky tells Pat that he cannot protect Delia forever then leaves so that Pat can get some sleep.  Delia sneaks out of the house and prepares to visit Pat.  Frank comforts Jill, who tries her best to get off of the subject when he continues to talk about the baby.  He tells Jill about his visit with Jack earlier, and it worries Jill when he tells her that if he were Mary Ryan he would walk out on Jack.  The doorbell rings, interrupting their lovemaking, and when Frank opens the door, Seneca is on the other side, flowers in hand.  Pat remembers his past with Delia and how much he loved her.  There is a knock at his door and before he can answer it, Delia appears in his doorway.  When Frank and Seneca go after one another's throats, Jill intervenes and tells the two that she has something to tell them and that now is the best time to do it.  Delia enters Pat's room and tells him that she needs to talk to him for a few minutes.  Delia tells Pat that she was a much better person when they were lovers and is pleased that her plans to seduce him are coming to pass.

Episode 367 December 6, 1976

Delia begs Pat that he not make her pretend that he does not love him anymore.  When he tries to pull her off of the bed, they get into a passionate embrace, and Pat desperately tries to control himself.  He tells Delia that he does want her, and she goes ballistic when he tells her that they cannot get involved because she is his brother's wife.  When she gathers her composure, he helps her put on her jacket and takes her home.  When Frank and Seneca interrupt Jill's explanation, she gets upset and tries to put Seneca out.  When Frank shares with the two that what he and Jill have is based on mutual trust she no longer has the heart to tell them the truth.  Jack invites Mary into bed with him and offers her an explanation about his behavior.  He tells her that he recognizes what the problem is, but he does not know how to stop and begs her not to leave him.  He tells her that he wants to spend days in bed making love to her, and she cries, knowing that this may not be a part of their reality.  Pat takes Delia home, and when he spends time with Little John, she tells him that she wishes Little John was their baby.  When he describes the type of father he would be, Delia comes up with an idea.

Episode 368 December 7, 1976

Little John enters Jack's room while he is asleep and spills the tray of medicine.  He ends up in dire pain when he tries to get out of the bed to stop the baby from eating the pills and ends up yelling for help.  Delia pays a visit to Dr. Wolfe and gets some basic information on getting pregnant.  Bob tells Kevin that Mary will be the most remarkable mother that a child could ask for and hopes that Jack can be half as good a father.  Maeve hears Jack bellowing for Mary and sends Johnny upstairs to check on him.  Bob tells Delia that he refuses to allow her to scheme against Pat and the Ryan's.  She indulges him for a moment and tells him that they will continue their talk after she runs an errand.  Johnny rescues Jack from the floor as Maeve takes Little John out of the room.  When he brings up the subject of a nursing home again, Jack offends Johnny and starts an argument.  Maeve intervenes and calls for silence.  Delia tells Roger that she wants to go away with him next week, and Roger is delighted.  Jack promises Maeve that he will try harder with Johnny and is able to get a smile out of him.  When Maeve calls for Johnny to see her in the kitchen, she tells him that he is going to have to do better than what he is doing.  Maeve tells him to do what he claims she wants him to do -- respect Mary's feelings.  Bob tells Delia that what he does affects him also and warns her to stay away from Pat.  When Delia storms away, Bob leaves to pay a visit to Frank.

Episode 369 December 8, 1976

Jill tells Faith that she cannot go on any longer and that she is going to tell Frank and Seneca the truth.  Roger arrives with flowers for Jill.  Faith accuses Roger of telling Delia about Jill's pregnancy.  He denies it and tells her that he is taking Delia off to Europe -- next week.  Bucky tries to convince Pat to let Delia work out her troubles on her own but Pat tells him that he cannot turn his back on someone that needs him.  Bob goes to Frank and asks him to do something constructive about Delia.  When Frank refuses and tells him that Delia needs to grow up, they have a heated disagreement.  Jill overhears their conversation when she walks into Frank's office and is near tears at the mess that they all are in.  When Bucky gets Faith to admit that she cares about Pat, he urges her to be less passive before Pat gets so involved with Delia that Faith won't have a chance with him anymore.  Jill tells him and Bob that she does not want them to stop being friends over her.  While standing in Frank's office, Jill starts having intense stomach cramps.

Episode 370 December 9, 1976

Frank and Bob take Jill home, where she fears she is having a miscarriage.  Dr. Wolfe advises Frank that he is on his way over and warns him to not allow Jill to move.  Bob calls Faith over, as Jill asks Frank if she is going to lose the baby.  When Mary finds a box of her old baby things, Jack becomes despondent, which spoils the loving mood they were experiencing.  When Mary tries to force Jack to help her plan, he tells her that he is hoping that they get lucky -- that she won't carry the baby to term.  Dr. Wolfe tells Jill that she is on the brink of a miscarriage in the next day or so.  Frank relays to Faith the circumstances leading to Jill's miscarriage.  Faith assures Dr. Wolfe that she will stay with Jill.  Frank goes in to visit Jill and tells him that together they will get through the pain of a miscarriage.  She is grateful and thanks him for loving her.  Faith tells Dr. Wolfe that whatever happens, it will be for the best.  Frank shares his grief with Mary about the possibility of Jill miscarrying.  Later, he tries to give her hope that one day Jack will come around and love the baby as much as she does.  Jill tells Faith that if the pain had happened five minutes later than it was then he would have known the whole story.  Faith tells her that if it is a miscarriage, then a lot of people will be spared a lot of pain.  Jill feels that it is a cowardly way out, but Faith comforts her that she and Frank will have another chance to begin their life.  Jill tells her that she will accept the miscarriage with both a sense of loss and a sense of relief.

Episode 371 December 10, 1976

Delia's plan to get pregnant by Pat gets help  from Roger when he makes arranges their trip for them.  Alex and Clem put Jack in a wheelchair but leave him to Mary when he makes it clear he does not want their assistance.  Watching him in pain, Mary suggests that Jack call it a day, and he tells her that if she weren't there maybe things would be a little easier.  Seneca goes to Jill's apartment and confronts Faith for the truth.  When Seneca tells her that Jill would be better off with a miscarriage, Faith defends Frank and tells Seneca that he should ease up and leave Jill alone.  Seneca expresses regret and leaves.  Both Clem and Alex try to make Mary see that Jack's temper will improve with time, but neither have much success.  Later, when Jack hears Alex singing Mary a song, he pushes his wheelchair to the top of the stairs in a rage.  Pat tells Delia that he will never let her run away with Roger.  When Pat leaves, she calls Roger and tells him to get the tickets.

Episode 372 December 13, 1976

Pat tells Maeve and Frank that the family must do something about Delia's plan to run away with Roger.  When Pat tells them that he will stop Delia if he can Frank argues that Delia is not his responsibility.  Delia listens in the background and is pleased that everything seems to be going her way.  She freezes in fear when Jack, who has been watching her, asks her just what it is she thinks she is doing.  She pleads with Jack that he not tell them that she was eavesdropping and he tells her that while he does not want to get mixed up further in the Ryan family affairs he will tell if he is asked.  Maeve shares her concern with Frank that Pat may be just a little too involved with rescuing Delia.  Frank tells Maeve about Jill and the baby and although she is saddened that a baby has to die, she feels that this could be the best thing for he and Jill.  Mary arrives with the news that Kathleen and family will be visiting for Christmas.  Mary shares with Jack the news that Kathleen will be there for Christmas and has her feelings hurt when he wishes he did not have to be.  Maeve visits Delia and is relieved at Delia's lie that she will consider waiting a few weeks before she leaves with Roger.   Convinced that Pat will come after and rescue her, Delia writes Pat a secret note of goodbye.

Episode 373 December 14, 1976

Delia calls the hospital and, once assured that Pat will be home soon, she leaves the note for Pat and leaves the house with a suitcase.  Seneca talks to Doctor Wolfe and gets his first suspicion that there is something wrong about Jill's time of pregnancy.  Jill admits to Faith her guilt over lying to Frank about the baby and tells Faith how badly she wants to tell Frank the truth.  Concerned, Faith asks Jill why she would risk losing Frank now.  Seneca explains to Bucky that Jill is threatening to miscarry.  After counting on his fingers, Seneca tells Bucky that something just doesn't make sense.  Delia arrives at Roger's with her suitcase, and he tells her, finally, that she now belongs to him.

Episode 374 December 15, 1976

Kathleen and the kids arrive at the Ryan's.  Mary hears Kathleen and runs out of the room excited.  No one notices the note from Delia.  Seneca sets out to find Pat, hoping to get some answers about Jill's pregnancy.  Faith finds Bucky and tells him that she knows that Delia wants Pat, but she refuses to let Delia have Pat.   Later, Pat accepts Faith's invitation to the Opera with a promise that, no matter what happens that evening, he will never let anyone separate them.  Mary goes in to get Jack and convinces him to be a part of the family festivities.  Jack convinces Mary that he will join them soon.  Jack comes into the room as he is telling everyone that Mary's baby will be all Ryan.  Jack finds Delia's note.  When Kathleen continues trying to make Jack feel a part of the family, Jack is unresponsive, and Johnny loses his cool, which sends Jack out of the room.  Later, Mary tells Kathleen about Jack's medical condition, and, when Kathleen displays sympathy for Mary, she defends her marriage and love to Jack.  Seneca talks to Pat and finds out when Frank and Jill became lovers again, concluding with Bucky that Frank is not the father.  Maeve fills Kathleen in on Delia's exploits and tells her how good it is to have her home.  Jack apologizes to Mary about his being testy earlier and tells her that he has something to show her; something she will be very interested to see. Mary reads Delia's note, addressed to the family.

Episode 375 December 16, 1976

Mary and Jack discuss the note, and she decides that there is only one thing to do -- give Pat the letter.  Seneca pays a visit to Jill and corners her about the parentage of her baby.  Mary finds Pat at the hospital and, after informing him that Kathleen and the kids are home, gives him the note.  Pat is horrified when he realizes that Delia has gone off with Roger.  Delia and Roger board the ship, and she becomes nervous when she realizes that her plan just may fail.  Jill tries to evade Seneca but does not succeed.  She begs him not to tell Frank that he isn't the father until they know whether or not the baby will survive.  Pat tells Mary that Delia is making the mistake of a lifetime and, against Mary's wishes, goes off to save Delia from herself.  Delia waits nervously for Pat and continues to ask Roger questions about visiting rights.  Pat realizes he may still have a chance to get to Delia and leaves a frustrated Mary in the staff lounge.

Episode 376 December 17, 1976

Delia is afraid the ship will sail before Pat can rescue her -- and so is Pat.  Mary tells Frank that Pat has gone after Delia.  Frank tells her that he feels sorry for Pat, because Pat thinks that he can walk in and straighten Delia's life out, whereas Frank knows this is not the case.  Later, when Mary hears the odds that Jill's baby has to live, she tells Frank that those are not bad odds considering the baby is a Ryan.  Seneca agrees to not tell Frank the truth if Jill miscarries, but he gets her to promise as well that if she does have the baby, she will tell the truth as soon as she finds out.  When Frank arrives at the apartment, Seneca leaves gracefully, not wanting Jill to be stressed at the two men being in the apartment at the same time.  When Frank tells Jill about the Delia, Roger and Pat situation, Jill can't help but to wish Roger luck.  As panic sets in, Delia looks out the window and says, "Pat, where are you?"  Meanwhile, as his plane lands, Pat tries to find out how long it will take to get to harbor from the airport.  Delia panics when she is told that visitors will no longer be allowed on the ship - even in an emergency.  Roger tries to calm Delia's nerves and leaves to get her a drink from the bar, hoping it will soothe her fears.  When he leaves, Delia becomes desperate when the steward announces the last call for visitors to leave the ship.

Episode 377 December 20, 1976

The steward announces that the boat will sail in five minutes.  When Pat arrives, Delia tells him that Roger is her only alternative -- that she has no other choice.  Faith arrives at Jill's apartment, excited about her plans for the evening, and is quickly disappointed when Jill tells her that Pat went off to rescue Delia.  Later, Jill tells Faith that Seneca knows but has promised not to tell Frank until they know the fate of the baby.  Seneca tells Bucky that they were right, that Jill is pregnant with his baby.  Mary talks with Alex about Jack's being jealous of the time that she spends with him.  He tells her that Jack is experiencing a problem common to bedridden men and tells her that he will stay away if she thinks that is best.  Her biggest fear is that things will get worse when Jack finds out about his sexual dysfunction.  Pat convinces Delia to leave the ship and promises to put her in a hotel room until they decide what to do next.  Seneca tells Bucky that he plans to have a life with Jill and the baby and that he refuses to allow any baby of his to be raised by another family.   He tells Bucky that he owes it all to Delia and her determination to hang on to Frank long enough to give him and Jill enough time to get together.  Roger enters his cabin suite with champagne and finds that Delia is gone.

Episode 378 December 21, 1976

Delia and Pat arrive at their hotel room.  Pat comforts Delia and tells her that the family will be proud that she did not run away.  Pat calls home to let the family know that they are okay, and Johnny tells him that he's proud of Pat for doing the right thing.  When he hangs up the telephone, Delia comes out of the bathroom wearing a negligee.  Maeve tells the family that she is glad Pat was able to rescue Delia.  Johnny plans a family reunion for the christening of Mary's baby.  Jack plan to escape to his room is hindered by Art's arrival with insurance papers to prepare him for the baby and his future.  Delia tells Pat that she is glad that she is wearing her negligee for him and not Roger.  Although nervous, Pat sits on the bed with Delia and has a hard time ignoring the feelings that he is having towards her.  Delia tells Pat that she does not want to be alone anymore and succeeds in getting him to kiss her.  Johnny uses family story time to secretly take a stab at Jack.   Despite efforts from the Ryan clan, Jack's temper cannot be contained, and he accuses Johnny of trying to ridicule him in front of the entire family.  Maeve gets Frank to intervene moments before Johnny loses it and tells Jack the truth about his medical condition and the fact that this may be the only baby that he will ever have.   Delia tells Pat that they belong together and gets him to make love to her again.

Episode 379 December 22, 1976

Delia is successful at her attempt to seduce Pat and wakes in his arms.  Faith discusses her relationship with Mary and her fear that Delia will succeed in winning Pat for herself.  Delia and Pat make love, and, when she regards this as a resumption of their relationship, Pat panics.  Mary tells Faith that Frank is overjoyed about the prospect of having a baby, but Faith does not comment.  Maeve describes the Christmas tradition around the Ryan's home and asks Jack to please try to make it a joyful Christmas.  He promises that he will try.  Uneasy, Faith redirects the conversation to Mary's baby and away from Jill's.  Mary and Faith share a happy moment when the two realize Faith will be Mary's pediatrician.  Jumbo calls and okays with Mary the idea of bringing the Christmas spirit to Jack, since he cannot leave the house.  Mary hopes that this will help to lift his spirits -- but with his unpredictability the past few days she is not sure if it will work.  Pat is firm with Delia and tells her that they cannot repeat what has happened in Boston.  Delia professes that it is too late for him to turn back now and bides her time.

Episode 380 December 23, 1976

Mary prepares the room and prepare Jack, who "doesn't like surprises."  When Jumbo and the guys arrive, a tearful Jack smiles for the first time in weeks.  Maeve comforts Jill and tells her that although things are happening the wrong way, she knows that Jill and Frank will be happy.  Seneca arrives, and, when he realizes that it was Jill that let Maeve in, he gives her a small scolding and heads off the kitchen.  Maeve tells Jill that he is right but questions his proprietary attitude.  When Jumbo finds out Jack's feelings on being a father, Jumbo lets him have it and embarrasses Jack when he tells him that he'd better get his act together.  Johnny and Jack have a breakthrough when Jack invites Johnny in for a visit with his friends.  Jill reassures Maeve and tells her that Seneca takes that attitude with everything.  When Maeve leaves, Jill calls Seneca on his attitude and lays out a few ground rules -- and Seneca lays out a few of his own.  When Jill tells Seneca that she is comforted by the fact that they are not married, he makes her even more upset when he tells her "Not yet, anyway."  Jumbo makes a speech comparing Mary's pregnancy with that of Mary and the baby Jesus, which touches the group and leaves Jack in a mellow mood.

Episode 381 December 24, 1976

Jack finds himself actually enjoying Christmas and shares with Mary how much his nativity scene from the Genarro Social Club means to him.  Jack even agrees to join the family with their tree trimming.  As the family celebrates, Pat and Delia arrive.  Delia makes a quick apology to everyone, and explains that Pat saved her by getting her off of the boat and returning her home to spend Christmas with her family.  After Pat carries Delia's things to the bedroom, Pat firmly insists to Delia that they are only friends, and that what happened last night is not going to happen again - they are not going to be lovers.  Later, when the rest of the family leaves to watch the street carolers, Jack and Mary share a tender moment as he tells her that he's beginning to understand her love for her family.  Later, Pat tells Frank that he believes he has things under control with Delia.  Meanwhile, Delia confesses to Bob that she knows that Pat feels the same way that she does, but that he just doesn't realize it yet.  Deirdre and Little John are alone in Jack's bedroom and can't resist playing with the nativity scene.  When Jack returns to his bedroom and finds them, he is outraged.  The Ryan's come running in to find Jack in the middle of an outburst.  Johnny is angered by Jack's reaction, and blurts out that he should be thankful that Mary is carrying his child, because it 's the only one he'll ever have.

Episode 382 December 27, 1976

Jack demands an explanation for Johnny's comment that this is the only child Jack will ever have.  As Maeve gets Johnny out of the room, Mary tells Jack that everything that he has ever said about Johnny is right.  Jack asks her to be straight with him and explain what her father meant.  At Jill's apartment, Jill tells Seneca that despite the bond that they now have with the baby, it is Frank that she loves and wants to spend her life with.  Frank arrives, and despite Jill's explanation that Seneca is only concerned, Frank can't help but wonder if there is more going on.  Mary is straight with Jack about his impotency, and explains that there is the possibility of an operation that will help.  Jack is even more horrified as he realizes that the whole family is aware of his condition.  Frank gives Jill a guardian angel statue as a present, and it reminds Jill of her conversation about angels with Seneca at the beach house.  Mary has a heated discussion with Johnny, but Johnny argues that he was only looking out for her best interest.  Later, Mary tries again to talk to Jack, but he shuts her out.

Episode 383 December 28, 1976

Delia tries to talk Pat into taking her and Little John sledding, but he suggests that she ask Bob instead.  Delia's temper flares at the rejection, and she tries to kiss Pat.  He pulls away, telling her that that part of their relationship is over.  Alex tries to explain to Jack why he wasn't told about his condition immediately.  Jack is very hard on Alex, and insists that Alex tell him how he's going to fix it.  Pat confesses to Father McShane that he made love with Delia.  Father McShane advises Pat to avoid Delia, and Pat agrees.  Alex continues to talk to Jack about the possibility of surgery, until he can no longer take Jack's anger.  After he excuses himself, Johnny goes in to try to apologize.  Johnny talks to Jack about his own background, and explains why family is so important to him.  Finally, Jack says that he knows that Johnny doesn't like him and never has, and that he really doubts that Johnny cares at all what happens to him.  Johnny flares, telling Jack that the person he feels most sorry for is Mary, for getting hooked up with someone like Jack.  Pat apologizes to Faith and tries to get their relationship back on track.  Meanwhile, Delia asks Mary how soon a person can tell if she's pregnant.  Mary replies that it takes about ten days, without giving it much thought, and leaves.  Delia smiles, saying out loud that with a little luck, Pat will have a nice New Year's present.

Episode 384 December 29, 1976

Delia tells Pat that she is really looking forward to New Year's Eve, and that's she's counting on him to see her through the New Year.  Pat explains quietly to Delia that he has seen Father McShane, who advised him to keep some distance between them.  Jack and Mary have a deep conversation about trust, and Jack tells Mary that her way of helping seems to be running the whole show, without trusting him about anything.  Mary replies that he can either believe that what she did was out of love, or he can reject everything and go back in his shell.  He tells Mary that there are decisions he has to make, and that he wants to be left alone to make them.  Meanwhile, Pat tells Maeve that he is going to move out of the apartment.  Later, Pat and Bucky decide to get an apartment together.  Faith runs into Mary at Lem's and is able to cheer her up a little.  Delia has an emotional outburst when she realizes that Pat is moving out, and she pleads with him to stay.  Pat insists that making love again was a mistake. Delia vows that he's not going to get away that easily.

Episode 385 December 30, 1976

Mary runs into Delia at the apartment, as Delia is still thinking about her incident with Pat.  Delia informs Mary that Pat moved out.  Mary taunts Delia a bit, noting that she's sure Delia will know how to handle Roger when he returns from his trip overseas.  Meanwhile, Faith returns from the store to find Roger sitting in the kitchen.  Faith fills Roger in on what happened to Delia, and Roger is furious to realize that it was Pat that went after Delia and convinced her to return home.  Jack has a private consultation with Clem, and Clem assures him that Alex saved his life.  As Clem leaves, he tells Mary that Jack is extremely suspicious, and that she needs to get Alex and Jack together to talk as soon as possible.  Delia confesses to Father McShane that she hopes to marry Pat, and he is shocked.  He advises her that she needs to get away from Pat and clear her head, but she tells him it's too late.  She tells Father McShane that she is pretty sure that she's carrying Pat's baby.   Alex reassures Jack, promising him that he will arrange for his operation in weeks.  As he is leaving, Mary thanks Alex with a kiss on the cheek.  Jack is wheeling himself down the hall when he sees the kiss.

Episode 386 December 31, 1976

The Ryan family's New Year festivities are underway.  Mary is depressed about Jack, and Pat is desperately trying to avoid Delia.  Maeve goes upstairs and finds a very gloomy Jack in his wheelchair.  She tries to convince Jack to join them for the festivities.  A slightly drunk Roger arrives at the Ryans' and confronts Delia.  Roger realizes that Delia set it up so that Pat would rescue her all along.  He takes Delia back into the bar and humiliates her in front of the entire gathering.  After Roger leaves, Faith confronts Delia, telling her to leave her and Pat alone, because she is not going to spoil their evening.  When Delia refuses, Faith accidentally dumps a pitcher of beer on Delia.  Later, Faith and Pat decide to take off to spend a couple of days at the beach house.  Frank is about to take Jill out for a drink when Seneca arrives.  When Seneca manages to convince Jill to stay home, Frank confronts him.  Why exactly does Seneca feel free to give Jill orders, and expect her to obey them?  Jill looks terrified as Seneca prepares to answer Frank's question.  Jack comes down to join the festivities, but can't control his anger toward Alex.  When he gets into an argument with him, Mary asks Jack to leave.  As he heads for the kitchen, he turns around to see Alex comforting Mary.  Meanwhile, Pat and Faith arrive at the beach house and realize that they are finally all alone.

January 1977 Daily Recaps

Episode 387 January 3, 1977

When Pat and Faith kiss, Pat pulls away.  He tells her that this was only a friendly kiss, and Faith assures Pat that she didn't invite him to the beach house expecting that they would sleep together.  Faith pointedly asks Pat why he feels so compelled to take care of Delia -- does he still love her?  Seneca evades telling Frank the truth about Jill's baby, but Frank continues to press for answers.  Jill is furious with Seneca, and asks him to leave.  Seneca refuses to go until they promise him that Jill will stay home and get some rest.  Infuriated, Frank finally escorts Seneca to the door.  Pat tells Faith that he does love Delia, but insists that he has helped Delia as much as he can, and he's through rescuing her.  Faith offers a variety of activities that will keep Pat's mind off of Delia.  He agrees to them, but says he just needs someone to share it all with him.  Faith laughs, saying that she has a terrific idea of someone.  Frank reassures Jill that their future together is going to be long and happy, and that he sees no obstacles for their happiness.  Meanwhile, Seneca sits alone at Ryan's Bar, brooding over his drink.  Faith and Pat are lying in front of the fireplace, fantasizing about each other.  Finally, they say good night and Pat goes to bed.  Faith looks wistfully after him as he leaves.

Episode 388 January 4, 1977

Delia tries to learn Pat's whereabouts from Bucky, but Bucky pretends like he doesn't know where Pat is.  Jill is feeling better and has cabin fever, so Frank offers to take her out for a brief lunch at Lem's.  Meanwhile, Seneca confides to Bucky that he feels frustrated about his lack of control with the Jill situation.  Later, Seneca calls Jill's apartment to check on her, and is furious when he finds out that Frank took her out for lunch.  At Lem's, Frank and Jill are having lunch and discussing their future, when Jill suddenly has a really bad contraction.  Delia lies to the hospital, telling them that there is a family emergency and that she needs the phone number where Pat can be reached.  When they give it to her, she calls the number, realizing it's the area code for the beach house.  Delia slams down the phone and informs Bob that she thinks she might be pregnant with Pat's baby, and that she plans to marry him.  She just has a way to get Pat back from the beach house.  Seneca arrives at Lem's to find Jill waiting at the table while Frank is off calling the doctor.  When Frank returns to find Seneca, he agrees that Jill needs to go to the hospital.

Episode 389 January 5, 1977

Frank arrives at Ryan's and informs Mary that Jill is back in the hospital.  When Delia hears this information, she realizes that this could lead to Faith having to cut her stay at the beach house short.  Meanwhile, Faith and Pat return to beach house from a cold walk on the beach, and sit by the fire.  Frank and Alex discuss their concern for Mary, and the way that Jack has been treating her.  Frank approves when Alex offers to take Mary out to lunch to get away from her troubles for a while.  Pat and Faith get closer as they sit by the fire and discuss their relationship, and finally end up in a serious embrace.  Meanwhile, Delia calls the hospital and, pretending to be Seneca's secretary, insists that all calls to Jillian Coleridge's room be held.  Alex and Mary's friendship takes a giant step as she is finally able to enjoy the prospect of her baby. Pat and Faith are about to make love, but are interrupted by a call from Delia.  When Faith calls the hospital and verifies that Jill is there, she finds that Jill is not taking calls.  She regretfully tells Pat that they better head back to the city.

Episode 390 January 6, 1977

Jill sits up in her hospital bed as she argues with Seneca about him bullying her.  Seneca explains to Jill that she is going to be on bed rest for the next few months.  As they are talking, the door flies open and Faith and Pat enter.  When Jill explains that she is fine, Faith and Pat exchange looks.  Maeve tells Bob that she's concerned because Jack is looking for Mary, and that she doesn't want to tell him that Mary is with Alex.  Bob is angry that Jack treats Mary the way he does.  Maeve defends Jack, and tells Bob that Mary needs support, not sympathy.  As Pat and Faith talk further with Jill, they realize that Delia intentionally deceived them.  Pat rushes home and tells Delia that he needs to talk to her privately.  Mary talks to Bob about her problems with Jack, and Bob can't help remembering Mary as a kid, just as head strong as she is as an adult.  Pat confronts Delia and reiterates that they are not going to be lovers.  He leaves furious, and Delia looks after him and vows that he'll see how it's really going to be.

Episode 391 January 7, 1977

When Maeve invites Delia to spend some time with her, Delia throws a tantrum and accuses Maeve of trying to keep her from seeing Pat.  Faith applauds Roger at his treatment of Delia during the New Year's Eve celebration then tells him of Delia's latest exploits.  Roger is saddened when he realizes that Delia never loved him as much as he loved her -- and still loves her.  Pat becomes upset when he returns to his room and finds Delia waiting on his bed.  He tells her that what they experienced in Boston will never happen again and leaves her speechless sitting in the middle of his bed.  Maeve and Johnny share their feelings about Delia and hope that Pat has the good sense to avoid her.  When Delia returns home slamming doors, they know that their prayers have been answered.  Pat arrives at Faith's and tells her of his latest round with Delia.  When he tells Faith that he has nowhere to go for the evening she invites him to stay at her house.  He questions as to how she means that, she asks, "How do you want me to mean it?"

Episode 392 January 10, 1977

Faith tells Pat that resuming their relationship would mean a great deal to her and if it is not going to mean the same thing to him then she would rather they remained friends.  He kisses her and tells her that his feelings have changed also, and he wants her to understand how and why.  Mary and Maeve try to understand Pat's compulsive behavior toward Delia.  Mary reassures her that Pat will be okay, since he is learning to tell Delia no.  Pat tells Faith that although she means a great deal to him he wants to make sure his feelings for her aren't related to Delia in any way before they get involved again.  Maeve and Mary share mother daughter moments of what being pregnant means to them as Mary feels her first kick.  Pat shares his true feelings with Faith and tells her that he does not want to mix her up with his relationship with Delia.  Faith tells him that he can come to her as much as he needs to, as long as he is honest.  Mary marvels at how fast the baby is growing inside of her.

Episode 393 January 11, 1977

Mary talks to Faith and Pat as she fixes Jack's breakfast.  When she leaves, the two prepare to fix a little breakfast of their own.  Jack calls Roger for a second opinion to his problem, and Roger advises him to follow the opinion of his doctors.  When Mary overhears, she becomes infuriated with Jack, which results in a fight.  Delia listens on the stairs as Pat tells Faith that he no longer sees commitment as a trap.  When he kisses her Delia can't take it another minute and walks in on the couple.  A furious Mary bursts into the living room and finds Alex sitting on the couch.  When his attempts to comfort her fail, Alex offers her a trip to his farmhouse which Mary happily accepts -- leaving Jack in the room, brooding. Pat leaves Faith with Delia and heads off to see a patient of his in the hospital.  When he leaves, Faith tells Delia that she should be happy with Pat's affection, because right now that's all she's going to get.  When Delia tells her that she and Pat love one another, Faith calls her neurotic and controlling and tells her that those feelings have nothing to do with love.

Episode 394 January 12, 1977

As Pat and Faith prepare to go ice-skating, Pat is bemused when Faith tells him of her conversation with Delia.  Seneca pays a visit to Jill moments before she is being discharged from the hospital and becomes enraged when he finds out that she is preparing to walk home in a snowstorm alone.  When Jill's explanation about needing to be independent fails, she becomes infuriated and leaves without Seneca.  When Pat tells Faith that he no longer fears commitment, Faith suggests that they take it slow, and he reluctantly agrees.  Frank tells Bob that he has hired a lawyer, and Bob asks him to wait it out a little longer, since Delia will give him a divorce sooner than he thinks.  Jill leaves the hospital and falls while trying to hail a taxi.

Episode 395 January 13, 1977

Seneca finds Jill on the sidewalk and realizes that she may be losing the baby.  Mary shares with Alex some of the pain that she feels, loving a man like Jack.  Alex becomes concerned when he notices the snow piling up outside and goes out to check on the car.  Bob goes to Delia and demands that she give Frank a divorce.  Delia tells him that she will give Frank a divorce when she knows that her future with Pat is secure.  Frank watches Jill with Seneca and becomes convinced that something is going on between the two that he doesn't know about.  When he demands to know what is going on, he and Seneca get into a fight and Jill sends Frank home.  When Mary and Alex find themselves snowed in, Alex shares a bit of himself with Mary to pass the time.  When the wrecker calls to tell them that he has been delayed, Mary realizes that she is going to miss her show; but worse -- Jack is going to miss her.

Episode 396 January 14, 1977

When Mary calls Jack to tell him that she and Alex are snowed in, he explodes.  Pat shares with Faith his feelings on their relationship.  As he gets to a critical point in the conversation, Delia interrupts him and later becomes furious when Pat shuts her out to be with Faith.  Jack demands for Mary to come home.  When he does not get the answer that he wants to hear, he slams the phone down, shocking Mary to the core.  Maeve tries to reassure him and becomes offended when Jack questions Mary's virtue.  Later, she convinces him to call Mary to tell her how much he loves her, but he is unable to get through, due to the storm.  A troubled Mary admits to Alex that Jack wants her home, regardless of the risk to her and the baby.  Frank talks with Maeve about his suspicions regarding Jill and Seneca and becomes even more troubled when Maeve shares his thoughts.  Pat shocks an unsuspecting Faith when he asks her to marry him.  Delia consults Dr. Wolfe to find out if she is pregnant.

Episode 397 January 17, 1977

Pat explains to Faith his reasons for wanting to marry her and reassures her that he is not doing it to get away from Delia.  Frank questions Clem about Seneca in hopes of gaining more insight about Seneca's relationship with Jill.  Bucky comforts a distressed Jill and tells her that he knows the truth about the baby.  Jill tells Bucky that she is happy he knows, because she really needs someone to talk to.  Faith accepts Pat's proposal, and the two gently plan their future.  Bucky reinforces for Jill that he will keep her secret.  He tells her that regardless of the circumstances, she has no reason to feel guilty; and this is exactly what she needed to hear.  Clem tells Frank that he is uncomfortable talking about Jill and Seneca.  Pat and Faith delivers the news to the family that he and Faith are to be married.  The Ryan's celebrate Pat and Faith's announcement but know that disaster is around the corner when Delia hears the news.

Episode 398 January 18, 1977

Pat and Faith part ways to deliver their good news to both Jill and Delia.  Mary and Alex open up and get to know each other better, as they make due with whatever bare necessities they can find.  Jack, furious with the situation at hand, becomes enraged even more when Delia inflames the matter by voting for Alex to be a good person to get stranded with.  Faith lofts Jill's spirits when she tells her about her engagement to Pat.  Later, Faith quiets a distressed Jill, who is having a hard time liking herself, given the predicament in which she's put herself.  When Jack blows up at Delia, Johnny comes to Delia's defense and tells her that, as long as she is under his roof, she will never be mistreated again.  Later, Delia pretends acceptance when Pat tells her that he and Faith are going to be married.  When he leaves, Delia murmurs to herself, "Little Miss Faith may have him tonight, but that may all change next week!".

Episode 399 January 19, 1977

After being snowed in all night, Mary and Alex make the best of their situation as the tow truck driver pulls their car out of the snow.  Jack and Johnny have a heated discussion when Jack accuses Mary and Alex of having immoral fun during their night together.  Roger optimistically explores Jill's future with her and expresses his desire to return to work.  When Alex and Mary arrive at the Ryan's, Jack asks what kept them busy while the snow was building up.  When Alex steps in and tries to protect Mary, a furious Jack tells him to leave.  Later, when Jack tells Mary that he does not want her to have contact with Alex again, Mary tells him that this is an unacceptable ultimatum.  An angry Clem approaches Roger about giving advice to his patient, Jack Fenelli, and finds out that Roger backed him one hundred percent.  Later, Roger asks for Clem's reaction to his wanting to return to Riverside and is told that while Clem does not care for Roger as a person, he would not stand in Roger's way.  When the conversation between Mary and Jack escalates, an infuriated Johnny steps in and suggests to Jack that he put Mary out of her misery and give her an annulment.

Episode 400 January 20, 1977

Mary blows up at Johnny for interfering in what is obviously a personal matter.  Later, she becomes appalled when Jack seems to take Johnny's suggestion seriously.  When Delia runs into Nick Szabo, he tells her that, if she ever has financial problems, she should turn to him.  Frank confronts Seneca when he is refused visitation to Jill's room -- by Seneca's orders.  Jack tells Mary that their lives are moving in two different directions and that he sees an annulment as the best recourse.  Johnny confides in Maeve the trouble that is brewing between Mary and Jack and how it is his fault.  Frank questions Seneca and his feelings for Jill, and, when Frank is refused an answer, he instructs Seneca to leave Jill alone.  Dr. Wolfe tells Delia what she has wanted to hear -- that she is indeed pregnant.  Maeve is horrified at Johnny's actions and implores him to butt out of his daughter's business before he loses her completely.  Feeling rejected, a tearful Mary leaves Jack's room to sort through her feelings.  When she leaves, Jack calls Father McShane to get information about annulment.

Episode 401 January 21, 1977

Delia informs Bob that she plans to give Frank a divorce, because she is pregnant with Pat's baby.  Jack asks Father McShane for advice on what the grounds are for getting an annulment.  Father McShane recommends that Jack see a specialist before looking into an annulment any further.  Delia tells Frank that she is ready for a divorce -- the quicker, the better.  Frank agrees to give Delia fifteen thousand dollars as a settlement.  Seneca visits Jill at the hospital, and she tells him that if the baby lives, she plans to tell Frank the truth and then leave town.  As she sleeps, Seneca says that he loves her.  At the bar, Delia sweetly congratulates Pat and Faith, telling them that she hopes they have a terrific marriage.  Afterwards, Bob threatens Delia that he plans to tell Frank the whole truth.

Episode 402 January 24, 1977

Bob arrives at Frank's office to tell him the truth about Delia, but is informed that Frank is at the hospital visiting Jill.  Meanwhile, Frank demands that Seneca tell the nurses that he is allowed to visit Jill.  Jack insists to Mary that an annulment would be for the best, because they have too many irreconcilable differences.  Seneca refuses Frank's request to see Jill, so Frank explains that he has good news about Delia agreeing to a divorce.  Seneca still refuses, and suggests that Frank go ahead with the divorce and Jill should be better by the time he returns.  Frank calls the office to have his assistant book his flight, and she informs him that Bob is looking for him.  Frank says he will try Bob at home if he gets a chance, otherwise it'll have to wait until he gets back from the Dominican Republic.  Johnny attempts to make up with Mary, but doesn't have much success.  Mary insists that she and Jack are going to get through their problems.  Delia signs the divorce papers for Frank.  When Bob arrives at the Ryan's, Frank has already left for the airport.  Bob rushes to leave, but Delia follows him.

Episode 403 January 25, 1977

Bob realizes that he is too late to warn Frank about Delia's plans.  As he confronts Delia, Pat and Faith arrive and show off Faith's engagement ring.  As Faith and Pat celebrate with everyone, Bob finds it hard to warn Pat about Delia.  Later, Delia explains to everyone that she agreed to a divorce, and that Frank is on his way to Central America to speed things up.  Meanwhile, Mary visits Father McShane and questions whether or not Jack can get an annulment.  She is disappointed to find out that Jack might be able to succeed in getting one.  Faith is shocked that Delia has agreed to a divorce and thanks Delia for freeing Frank to be with Jill.  When Faith and Pat mention that maybe they would be better off going to the Dominican Republic for a quick wedding, Delia panics.  Faith realizes that Jill doesn't know about Frank's divorce, and she heads to the hospital to share the news.  As Delia remembers her sad past, Pat walks in and finds her upset.  Delia admits to Pat that she is afraid of losing the Ryan family.  She alludes to everything changing when Frank gets back, and Pat knows that she's trying to tell him something.

Episode 404 January 26, 1977

Mary confronts Jack about the annulment.  When Mary asks if seeing a specialist and having an operation might help, Jack explains his impotency is only part of the problem.  Faith sees Bucky in Seneca's office and shares the news of her engagement with him.  Faith is furious when Seneca refuses to let her see Jill to tell her about Frank's divorce.  Meanwhile, Mary tells Maeve about her confrontation with Jack.  Maeve is clearly upset as Mary says that she's convinced that Jack is afraid that she will leave him, so he's breaking it off first.  As they talk, Faith arrives, still steaming from her run in with Seneca.  While Mary and Faith cheer each other up, Maeve escapes upstairs and tells Jack that she wants a word with him.  Downstairs, Alex arrives and Faith leaves.  Alex is very pleased, as he is able to get Mary to laugh.  Maeve passionately confronts Jack and gradually persuades him to go down and see Mary.  Meanwhile, as Alex and Mary talk, Alex takes one of Mary's hands.  Jack begins making his way down the stairs.

Episode 405 January 27, 1977

Dr. Wolfe tells Jill that her rest and isolation may have saved her baby.  After Dr. Wolfe leaves, Seneca admits to Jill that Frank is in the Dominican Republic getting his divorce.  When Jack walks in, he finds Alex hugging Mary, and is outraged.  As he moves toward them, he falls.  Jill tells Seneca that now she will have to be completely honest with Frank about the baby.  Meanwhile, Frank is in a bar in Santo Domingo, and meets a beautiful woman.  Frank and the stranger connect, but it is obvious that his attention is elsewhere.  He ends up telling the stranger all about Jillian, and how very much she loves her.  In New York, Seneca tells Jill that under no circumstances will Frank raise his child.  Mary and Alex help Jack, who is furious.  He tells Alex and Mary that he's going back to his apartment, and without Mary.

Episode 406 January 28, 1977

Jack continues in his rage to insist that he's moving out immediately.  When Maeve arrives to find out what the commotion is about, Alex takes her out of the room to explain the latest details.  Jack repeatedly asks Mary to leave him alone, but she refuses.  Roger visits Seneca at his office and asks if Seneca would consider reinstating him as a resident on a probation basis.  When Frank calls, Seneca dismisses Roger, who is infuriated.  Frank informs Seneca that he will be home sooner than he thought, and asks him to let Jill know.  Jack is angered further when Maeve confronts him about moving out.  Later, when Jumbo arrives and learns the situation, he also refuses to help Jack.  Seneca gives Jill the news that Frank will be home soon.  He asks her to weigh the emotional stress of telling Frank the truth against the welfare of the baby.  Jill insists that she is going to be honest with Frank immediately upon his return.  As Jack lies in bed awake, Mary comes in and deliberately gets into bed with him.  Once again she professes her love for him, emphasizing her faith in their marriage.  When Jack tells her that they should cut their losses and get out now, Mary replies that she is not going to let him leave her.

Episode 407 January 31, 1977

Maeve tries again to reason with Jack.  As they talk, they are interrupted by a call from Kathleen.  Kathleen explains that she has broken her leg, and needs Maeve to come to Pittsburgh for a couple of days.  Maeve agrees to come that evening.  When she leaves Jack's room, she places a call to Sister Mary Joel.  Bob tries to convince Delia to leave town and have the baby, but she refuses.  Delia tells Bob that she plans to tell Pat about her pregnancy as soon as Frank gets back from the Dominican Republic.  Sister Mary Joel is appalled to find out that Jack intends to get an annulment.  She surprises Jack when she tells him that he's had enough compassion and that he's behaving like a spoiled adolescent.  Sister Mary Joel adds that when Jack gets himself together, he should give her a call.  Bucky plans an engagement party for Pat and Faith at the Ryan's.  When Maeve discovers that Jack is gone, she places an urgent call to Alex.

February 1977 Daily Recaps

Episode 408 February 1, 1977

Jack goes home and is miserable and lonely.  When Alex arrives, he asks him what he is doing there.  Johnny sends Delia to pick up the egg rolls for Pat and Faith's engagement party.  Reluctantly Delia agrees and promises Johnny that she will be on her best behavior.  Jill prepares to tell Frank the truth about the baby.  Her spirits are raised when Faith pays her a visit and shows her the engagement ring.  Jack is furious with Alex for making him feel bad about what he is doing to Mary and orders him out of the apartment.  When Roger confronts Delia, she reveals that she still has hope for her and Pat.  Faith helps Johnny and Kevin set up for her engagement party.  When Delia arrives and sees how well the family has taken to Faith, she declares that Faith should enjoy it while she has the chance.  Alex tells Johnny about his visit with Jack, and Johnny is determined not to allow Jack to spoil Faith and Pat's party.

Episode 409 February 2, 1977

As the engagement party gets underway, family and friends gather around and watch Mary's show.  Pat arrives and greets Faith as Johnny volunteers that Frank should return home tonight.  Bob notices the expression on Delia's face and decides to have a talk with her.  Pat is stunned when he hears about Jack's moving out.  Delia fumes silently as she watches Pat dance with Faith.  When Bob approaches her, Delia tells him not to say one word.  When Roger arrives at the party uninvited, Bob's attempt to put him out is stopped by Faith and Pat.  Once alone with Faith he tries to warn her that Delia has something up her sleeve.  When Mary arrives at the party she learns that Jack has gone back to his apartment and sets out to bring him back.  When Frank arrives, he gives Delia the divorce papers and tells her that the divorce is final.  Mary confronts Jack on his decision to leave the Ryan's.  When he tells her that her emotional demands were making him miserable, she is finally able to see the truth. To avoid being abandoned by yet another woman, Jack decided to leave her first.  Jack watches a tearful Mary and is close to tears himself.  Frank questions Faith on Jill's recovery and sets out to see Jill when Faith continues to evade his questions.  Delia pulls Pat aside and tells him that there is something that she has to tell him.

Episode 410 February 3, 1977

Frank visits Jill and tells her about the divorce.  When he announces that there is nothing to keep them apart, Jill tells him that there is something that she has to talk to him about.  Pat avoids Delia when she tries to get him to talk to her.  When Mary arrives, she tells Alex and Johnny about her situation with Jack and heads upstairs alone.  Pat gives in and goes into the kitchen to talk to Delia.  She begs him not to be angry with her and tells Pat that they are in trouble.  Johnny goes to Mary but is unable to comfort her.  When Johnny tells her that he doesn't see any hope for Jack's and her future, Mary tells him that she has made a commitment to Jack and regardless of what happens, she knows that she cannot give up on him now.  Jill tells Frank that she and Seneca were lovers as Frank starts to put everything together.  Delia tells a stunned Pat that she is pregnant, and, when he continues to refuse her, she tells him that when the baby is born he will see a Ryan, and he will never be able to deny that.

Episode 411 February 4, 1977

Pat doesn't believe that Delia's baby is his, and he tells her that if it is, then she set him.  When Faith walks in and sees them in a confrontation, she asks them what is going on.  Frank is faced with the realization that Jill's baby is Seneca's.  When Jill explains her reason for lying to Frank and the entire Ryan family, Frank asks her what she proposes to do now.  Pat tells Faith that Delia is not feeling well and convinces her to return to the party while he deals with Delia.  When she leaves, he takes Delia upstairs where, after making a phone call to Dr. Wolfe; he confirms that the baby was conceived in Boston.  Back at the party, Pat tells Faith that he is needed at the hospital and leaves her and everyone else wondering just what happened between him and Delia.  Frank confronts Jill and asks her if she is asking him to raise Seneca's baby.  Bob becomes angry with Delia when he realizes she planned to ruin Pat's engagement party all along.  Pat goes to Roger's apartment in an effort to find out if Delia's baby is his -- or Roger's.

Episode 412 February 7, 1977

After an emotional confrontation, Jill returns Frank's ring as the two definitely break up. Roger tells Pat that not only is Delia's baby his, but that he was set up.  Frank tells Johnny that the baby isn't his.  When Jill tells Seneca that Frank knows the truth, Seneca uses this as an opportunity to get some things off of his chest.  Needing to release some anxiety, Frank runs until he is exhausted and then collapses on the steps of St. Patrick's church.

Episode 413 February 8, 1977

Frank throws away the "promise" ring that he previously had given to Jill.  Mary goes to Jack's apartment and makes an emotional and physical appeal, but the outcome is miserable to both.  An angry and frustrated Pat tells Bucky, in confidence, the truth about what has happened between him and Delia.  Bucky urges him to not allow Delia to trap him, hurting both Faith and himself.  Jack pleads with Mary to make this an easy break-up, and Mary refuses.  When Mary leaves, he makes an appointment with Fr. McShane about an annulment.  Mary is shocked and hurt on Frank's behalf when Frank tells her about Jill and the baby.  Later, her strong sense of determination comes out when she tells Frank that she is not ready to give up on Jack; for her sake, his and the baby's.

Episode 414 February 9, 1977

When Faith visits Jill to tell her of the details of the engagement party, she learns of Frank's reaction to Jill's situation and is furious for Jill's sake.  Pat acknowledges to Delia the fact that the baby is his but accuses her of becoming pregnant on purpose.  When she denies it, he tells her that he paid a visit to Roger who gave him the necessary information for him to come to that realization.  When Maeve returns home from Siobhan's, Mary tells her about what has happened between her and Jack and Jill and Frank.  Jack consults Fr. Richards and learns what an annulment process will entail.

Episode 415 February 10, 1977

Faith confronts Frank for his lack of understanding in Jill's situation.  When Seneca admits to Jill that he hopes that her relationship with Frank is over for good, she confesses to Seneca that she would like to try one more time to mend the situation with Frank.  Bob pleads with Delia one last time to get an abortion.  She mischievously agrees, while formulating a plan of her own.  Jack pays a visit to a divorce attorney seeking advice on getting a divorce and an annulment -- against Mary's wishes.   When Frank tries to visit Jill, he runs into Seneca, and after a man-to-man talk the two decide to visit Jill together, seeking answers.

Episode 416 February 11, 1977

Delia visits Roger and realizes that Roger told Pat that Delia got pregnant on purpose.  Roger laughs at Delia when she asks for his help, telling her that she is really unbelievable to expect him to be her friend after everything she's done to him.  Frank initiates an open conversation with Seneca and Jill, and gets a little more than he bargained for.  When Frank gives Jill an ultimatum, saying that he can't live with Jill and Seneca sharing custody of the baby, Jill gets angry.  Delia apologizes for the way she treated Roger, and in return he agrees to quit telling Pat that she got pregnant on purpose. As they talk, Faith arrives.  Delia panics, insisting that Faith can't find her with Roger. Jill and Frank decide to go their separate ways since Frank cannot accept Seneca as part of her baby's life.  After Frank leaves, Jill informs Seneca that she plans to go home as soon as he'll let her.  Roger hides Delia, and then lets Faith in.  Roger feels sorry for Faith as she talks about how happy she is.  After Delia leaves, she calls an abortion clinic and makes an appointment for the next day.

Episode 417 February 14, 1977

Jack receives the divorce complaint papers from his attorney, who recommends that he give Mary the papers himself.  Jack agrees, saying that he wants to make the process as quick and painless for Mary as possible.  Maeve finds Frank in the kitchen having breakfast, and informs him that Delia was gone when she woke up.  Maeve tries to comfort Frank about his situation with Jill, but finds it hard to understand Jill's behavior herself.  Jack pleads with Mary to sign the divorce complaint, but she refuses.  Pat discusses Delia's pregnancy with Bob.  When Bob tells Pat that he believes Delia might be getting an abortion, Pat is visibly upset.  Later, Mary asks Frank to represent her in fighting the divorce.  Meanwhile, an outraged Jack tells his lawyer that they need to have a process server deliver the papers to Mary as soon as possible.

Episode 418 February 15, 1977

Frank visits Jack's lawyer and gets her permission to visit Jack.  Roger visits Jill at her apartment, and Jill tells him that Seneca is the father of her baby.  She admits that she really wants to be with Frank, but that it is unlikely that they will ever be together.  Roger assumes that this means that Seneca will be part of their family, and that it might lead to Seneca reinstating Roger at the hospital.  Jill is appalled by Roger's assumptions. Pat shares with Bucky his fear that Delia may be getting an abortion.  Bucky advises Pat that perhaps an abortion would be for the best.  Frank and Jack get into a heated confrontation, and Frank reiterates that Mary is going to fight the annulment.  Seneca visits Jill and makes suggestions for her delivery procedure.  Jill is suspicious at first, but as Seneca talks about it further, she is touched.

Episode 419 February 16, 1977

Delia arrives at the doctor's office and pretends that she wants an abortion.  When the doctor explains the procedures and inherent delays, Delia fakes distress.  Meanwhile, Faith visits Pat and asks if they can be married on St. Patrick's Day.  Pat is overjoyed at the prospect, and Faith is clearly pleased.  When she leaves to tell Maeve, Pat quickly calls Kevin to see if anyone has heard from Delia yet.  Meanwhile, Jill and Mary discuss their problems, and Jill is relieved to see that her issues with Frank haven't harmed her friendship with Mary.  Jill shares Seneca's views about the Leboyer birth technique with Mary.  Pat runs into Roger at the hospital and asks if Delia said anything to him about getting an abortion.  Roger admits that Delia was considering it as one option.  At the clinic, Delia is close to tears as the doctor tries to console her.  Faith arrives as Jill and Mary discuss the Leboyer birth technique and arranges for them to screen some tapes of deliveries.  Pat tells Roger that he knows marriage would be disaster for Delia and himself, but Pat knows he has a responsibility to her baby.  Meanwhile, at the clinic, the doctor asks a hysterical Delia if there is a family member she can call to come and take her home. Delia tells her to call Maeve.  As she dials the number, Delia suppresses a smile.

Episode 420 February 17, 1977

Maeve receives the call from Dr. Thomson informing her that Delia is at the abortion clinic.  Faith, Jill and Mary meet with Dr. Wolfe and discuss the Leboyer method of natural childbirth.  When Maeve arrives at the clinic, Delia flies into her arms.  Delia explains that she wanted the abortion so that no one would have to ever know she was pregnant.  When Maeve insists on knowing who the father is, Delia tells her it is Pat.  Maeve insists that there will be no abortion or adoption, and prepares to take Delia home.  As Jill and Mary watch the Leboyer childbirth tapes, their interest grows in the technique.  The doctor confirms that Jill can still have a Leboyer birth even though she has had complications with her pregnancy.  Mary says that she hopes that Jack will participate, and that if she can just get him to watch the tape, he won't be able to refuse.  Later at home, Mary's happiness is quickly deflated when the process server serves her with the divorce complaint.  Maeve and Delia arrive at the bar, and Maeve informs Pat that she wants to see him upstairs immediately, with Delia.

Episode 421 February 18, 1977

A frustrated Pat learns that his mother has found out about Delia's pregnancy and the reasons why.  Mary consults Frank and figures out the way to use her pregnancy to deal with Jack.  A shocked Maeve finds out that Pat and Delia were lovers in high school.  As Pat tries to justify his actions, Delia pleads with him that he not abandon her.  Mary offers Jack a deal, which he agrees to think about.  Maeve asks Pat to be responsible for his actions, which he agrees to do, while insisting that he will not marry Delia.

Episode 422 February 21, 1977

Feeling "conned," Jack sets out to learn more about what Mary has in mind for the two of them.  Pat tells Johnny about Delia's pregnancy.  Maeve makes Delia an offer that sends her over the edge, leaving Maeve concerned about her stability.  When Johnny tells Pat that he is a disgrace to the Ryan family, Pat leaves the room angry enough to hit his father.  Maeve and Johnny both come to the realization that Faith would be better off leaving Pat rather than face endless trouble from Delia.  Faith persuades Jack to go along with Mary's suggestion.  Johnny tells Pat that he must marry Delia, forcing Pat to admit that there is no other solution.

Episode 423 February 22, 1977

Johnny and Maeve are distressed that Faith has not been told about Delia.  When Faith phones, Maeve leaves to go see her.  Frank and Jill brood over one another.  Faith models her grandmother's dress to wear as her wedding dress.  As Maeve tries to evade the issue, Jill arrives.  Although Jack does not fully agree with Mary's deal, he agrees to see the tapes and talks to Dr. Wolfe.  Maeve forgives Jill but tells her that she will not forget.

Episode 424 February 23, 1977

Bucky agrees to cover Pat's shift so that he can talk to Faith.  Frank discusses forgiveness with Maeve and finds out that she has forgiven Jill.  Seneca tries to cheer Jill but to no avail.  Pat tells Faith that Delia is pregnant and that the baby is his.  Seneca again shares his feelings for Jill with her, telling Jill that he is prepared to do anything for her and the baby.  In an effort to forgive Jill, Frank calls her apartment only to find Seneca there.  Faith is furious with Delia and tells Pat that she got pregnant on purpose.

Episode 425 February 24, 1977

Faith demands the truth from Roger regarding the paternity of Delia's baby and gets sympathy from him when he tells her what she does not want to hear.  Faith tells Roger that she is going to talk to Delia herself.  Mary and Jack reach a tentative reconciliation.  Pat tells Frank the whole story and when he asks for advice Frank tells him to not marry Delia.  Jack's fear builds as he learns more about the father's role and commitment in the delivery technique.  He tells Mary that the baby and the pregnancy are hers alone and that she should count him out.  Faith confronts Delia and tries to convince her that all Pat feels for her is pity.  Ready for a fight, Delia tells Faith that Pat is hers and that she will never have him.

Episode 426 February 25, 1977

Mary catches up with Jack and tries to get him to keep his end of the deal.  Jack refuses, knowing that he will not have the will power to leave her after the baby is born, and tries again, to no avail, to get away.  Faith outlines some of Pat's alternatives, as she sees them, to both Delia and Pat -- placing herself number one on the list to care for the baby, so that she and Pat can continue to be together.  When she leaves, Delia throws herself into Pat's arms in anguish.  After a bad fight, Jack leaves Mary standing in the hospital corridor in tears.  When he leaves, Mary remembers their wedding day and weeps.  Pat finds Delia vulnerable and very much irresistible.  Mary learns from Pat that Delia is carrying his child and becomes infuriated with Delia.  Jack asks Fr. Richards to proceed with the annulment and is assured that he will proceed with deliberate speed.  Mary has the satisfaction of telling Delia exactly what she thinks.  Delia tells Mary that, whether she likes it or not, they are going to be sisters-in-law for a long time.

Episode 427 February 28, 1977

Faith tells Jill about Delia's pregnancy, and Jill confirms Faith's instincts to fight for Pat. Faith refuses to send Pat on an emotional ride and leaves the ball in his court.  Seneca accuses Jill of being sad about Frank, and she angrily informs Seneca that her life is not centered around Frank Ryan.  Later, when Seneca offers to give her some privacy, Jill tells him that she appreciates his support and looks forward to spending time with him when he returns.  Maeve and Johnny share their feelings about Pat's situation with Frank, who remains opposed to Pat's further involvement with Delia.  Faith consults Maeve and feels for the first time in her life that Maeve has let her down.  When Jill tries to convince Frank that she has missed him terribly, he tells her that it couldn't be that much, since Seneca was at her apartment at two o'clock in the morning.  When she tries to explain, Frank tells her that he hates everything about their current situation.

March 1977 Daily Recaps

Episode 428 March 1, 1977

Bob pays a visit to Delia and offers to take care of her and the baby.  As she turns him down, Frank arrives.  Fr. Richards explains the annulment proceedings to Mary and tells her what will happen next -- with or without her permission.  Mary tells him that Jack is lying and that his two witnesses don't exist.  Jack calls upon Jumbo for help.  Frank confronts Delia on her actions and the fact that not only did she use him, but she also took $15,000 from him for a divorce.  Delia accuses Frank of being mean to her and leaves the apartment.  Jack convinces Jumbo, against his better judgment, to be his annulment witness.  Against her wishes, Mary agrees to write a history of her marriage as the next step in the divorce proceeding.  A manipulative Delia approaches Pat, who cannot help but respond with sympathy and tell Delia that she is not alone.

Episode 429 March 2, 1977

When Seneca overhears an argument between Jill and Clem, he goes to her office and tells her that she is working too late -- which does not please her one bit.  Pat takes Delia home where, in her manipulative way, Delia tries to gain sympathy from Maeve.  Pat tells Maeve that he refuses to jump in and save Delia, who has to learn to survive on her own.  Faith accuses Pat of using the baby as a way to continue taking care of Delia in order to win where Frank lost.  When Faith attempts again to share the load with Pat, she becomes enraged when Pat continues thinking about Delia and tells Faith that she can take care of herself where Delia can't.  Jill yells at Seneca when he continues to plan her life.  When he apologizes for his behavior, Jill is shocked, and they decide at the last minute to pay an impromptu visit to the beach house.  Delia finds Maeve in Mary's room and, not wanting to be alone, curls up on the bed.  When she notices Jack's painkillers, she steals them -- unnoticed by Maeve.

Episode 430 March 3, 1977

At the beach house, Seneca asks Jill if she would like to take a walk.  Jill sweetly refuses, telling him to go ahead without her.  Immediately after he leaves, Jill experiences a painful contraction.  After Maeve takes Little John off to bed, Delia makes subtle hints of suicide to Johnny.  Johnny looks really concerned as he questions Delia about what exactly she's saying.  Mary stops by Frank's office on her way home from Channel R, and they share in their feelings of lost love.  Frank tells Mary how much it pains him to think of Jill with Seneca.  Meanwhile, Jill is lying back on the couch, pale and perspiring, hoping that Seneca will return soon.  Maeve informs Johnny that Jack's bottle of painkillers is missing.  Johnny fills Maeve in on Delia's behavior from earlier that day, guessing that she's the one that took the pills.  Maeve asks Delia if she took the bottle, but Delia denies it.  After Delia leaves the room, she stays in the hallway and eavesdrops on the rest of Maeve and Johnny's conversation.  As she listens, Delia fondles the bottle of pills.  Meanwhile, as Seneca sits on the beach, Jill falls onto the floor, knowing she is in labor.

Episode 431 March 4, 1977

Jill goes into labor, and Seneca is nowhere to be seen.  Johnny calls Pat and asks him to come home to deal with a problem concerning Delia.  Eavesdropping on their conversation, Delia begins a suicide note to Pat before turning her attention to her appearance.  Seneca prepares to deliver Jill's baby.  Bucky tells Pat that he needs to make a decision between Delia and Faith and make it quick.  As Pat prepares to go home, Clem assigns him an emergency case.  Delia takes Jack's pills.

Episode 432 March 7, 1977

Jill's baby is born.  Pat is delayed at hospital.  A worried Maeve checks in on Delia and is comforted when Delia tells her that she is fine and going to bed.  Locking her door, Delia fantasizes about marriage with Pat moments before collapsing from the pills she has taken.  Although small, Jill's baby is alive but in urgent need of hospitalization.  With no ambulance available the two make plans to get both Jill and baby to the hospital.  Johnny and Maeve fill Pat in on Delia's antics.  Finding her door locked Johnny knocks in Delia's door in and discovers her body lying in the floor - with Pat finding no pulse.  Jill drives the car while Seneca monitors the baby's respiration.  When he stops breathing Seneca performs mouth-to-mouth.

Episode 433 March 8, 1977

In Emergency, Pat gives instruction to pump Delia's stomach.  A tense Bob finds out what has happened to his sister.  Dr. Rich explains to Jill the baby's chances of survival and suggests that they move him to Riverside hospital as soon as possible.  Sister Mary Joel refuses to be a witness for Jack and warns him of the consequences of what he is doing.  Pat tells Johnny and Bob that Delia is not going to die then realizes that he is more shaken by Delia's actions than what he thought.  Later, when Bob tells Pat of the offer that he made to Delia, Pat tells him that he will be the one to care for Delia.  A tender moment between Jill and Seneca is interrupted when Jill begins to hemorrhage.

Episode 434 March 9, 1977

Mary and Frank learn of Delia's suicide attempt and anticipating Pat's reaction head out to try to sway his decision.  Faith and Roger arrive at the hospital to find both Jill and the baby fighting for their lives.  Pat suffers intense criticism from both Mary and Frank and finds himself in tears of rage.  Mary asks Maeve to take Jack's place in the Lamaze/Laboyer delivery and is delighted when Maeve accepts.  Jill's condition worsens.  A concerned Seneca tells Jill to hang on and becomes fearful when he realizes that he is losing her.

Episode 435 March 10, 1977

Jill survives an emergency D&C but remains vulnerable to infection.  When Seneca remembers Nell, Faith reassures him that Jill will be all right.  Frank goes to Pat to apologize and offer him some advice in dealing with Delia.  To his dismay, Pat tells him exactly what he can do with both.  Bob disagrees with Mary's theory of Delia's suicide attempt.  Later, Mary tells Bob that she is worried about him and the fact that he does not have a family of his own.  With Pat sitting at her bedside Delia regains consciousness.  Seneca fantasizes about life with Jill while she, still unconscious, dreams of Frank.  Hearing her stir, Seneca leans closer to hear what it is that she is trying to say and is horrified when Jill says, "...Frank..." A frightened Delia questions Pat about her surroundings and is comforted when Pat tells her that he will take care of her.

Episode 436 March 11, 1977

Pat promises to marry Delia and make a home for their baby and she tells him that he will not regret it.  After promising her that he will return, he leaves to give Faith the news.  Seneca and Faith update one another on both the condition of the baby and Jill -- both are doing fine.  Seneca shares with Faith his feelings about Jill asking for Frank.  When Seneca asks Faith to call Frank to get him to visit Jill, Faith tells him that he is a decent man and goes off to call Frank.  Later, Faith pleads with Frank to pay a visit to Jill, and Frank agrees, against his better judgment.  Pat tries to call Faith but is unable to reach her.  When Maeve arrives, he tells her of his decision and of his fear that there may be something wrong with the baby.  Maeve convinces Pat that he is doing the right thing and tells him that the family will just have to understand.  Faith calls Pat and tells him about Jill and the baby.  Pat refuses to give Faith his news, although she senses something is wrong.  Delia pledges to Maeve that she is going to be a good wife to Pat.  Maeve reprimands Delia on the chance she took not only with her life but also that of the baby.  When Pat tells Bucky of his plan to marry Delia, Bucky blasts Pat about how he is ruining Faith's life.

Episode 437 March 14, 1977

Faith goes to Pat's room excited to see him but needing to know the truth.  Seneca gives Jill an update on the baby and promises to take her to see the baby later.  When Frank arrives to see Jill, the two of them find themselves moving toward reconciliation.  Mary and Jack write opposing compositions about their views on marriage and children.  Faith is furious with Pat and tries to convince him that after three days Delia will be all right.  Not getting the answer that she expected, Faith storms out of the room leaving a despondent Pat in her wake.  Frank tells Jill that he is ready to come to grips with the situation and wants her and the baby to be a part of his life.  Later, Seneca warns Frank  not to get close to Jill if he isn't prepared to accept the baby and Seneca as a part of his life.

Episode 438 March 15, 1977

Jill thanks Seneca for calling Frank and tells him of her hopes that the three of them will come to a decision about their future soon.  Seneca refuses to make any promises and suggests that they wait and see.  Faith tells Seneca and Jill about Pat's decision to marry Delia.  Frank debates whether he should go back and visit Jill, and Maeve advises Frank to do so.  When Frank learns that Pat has decided to marry Delia, he tells Maeve that Pat is making a big mistake.  Faith tells Seneca and Jill of Delia's attempted suicide attempt and realizes that Delia would have been too much trouble for her to handle.  Faith tells the two that Pat does not deserve what Delia will do to him before it is all over.  Frank fails at his attempt to convince Pat that he is making a mistake.  Jill tries to convince Seneca that Frank will come to accept him as a part of her life.  Later, when the two pay a visit to the baby, Frank walks in on their mutual affection and, unable to take it, turns on his heels and leaves.

Episode 439 March 16, 1977

Mary learns that Pat is going to marry Delia and takes the news badly.  When Pat leaves to pick Delia up from the hospital, he tells the family that, if they cannot welcome her, they should stay out of her way. Jack learns from Fr. Richards that he needs another witness for his annulment and he heads off to talk to Johnny Ryan.  A sympathetic Mary offers love and support to Faith.  Faith convinces Mary that she will be okay and sends her back to the party at the Ryan's.  St. Patrick's Day cheer is in full swing at the Ryan's as Jack arrives.  Jack reminds Johnny of an incident in which he said he did not want children and asks Johnny to be a witness for him in the annulment proceedings.  When Johnny feigns memory loss, Jack tells him that if he wants to be rid of him for good then he will tell the truth.  Delia admits to Roger that while she did not mean to commit suicide, her plan worked -- Pat plans to marry her.  When Pat arrives, Roger congratulates him and wishes him the best of happiness.  Later, Delia tells Pat that she wants for the two of them to spend a quiet evening together and is reassured that Pat is no longer thinking of marrying Faith.  As the two of them make plans for the evening Bucky tells Faith that he can be more help to her than Pat and that she should call on him when she needs a friend.  Mary arrives and finds Jack waiting for Johnny's decision.  When he does not get the answer that he is expecting, Jack storms out with Mary following.  When Mary tells Jack of her plans to fight for him, he tells her of his continuing plans to get over her.

Episode 440 March 17, 1977

Bucky offer Faith his friendship and anything else that his thirty million dollars can buy.  Pat tucks Delia in bed as she paints a picture of their life together -- which she intends to be centered around her.  Later, Mary makes a final effort to convince Pat that he is making a mistake.  Pat tells Mary that the more she and Frank tell him otherwise, the more Pat is convinced that he is doing the right thing.  Seneca tells Jill that the baby is having problems breathing but reassures her that he will be okay.  Later, Seneca tells her that Frank will never accept him as the baby's father.  When Seneca is called in for treatment of the baby, a worried Jill has to stand outside awaiting word on her baby's condition.  Bucky tells Faith that she should fight fire with fire and go after Pat.  Later, Faith prepares to put an end to her relationship with Pat once and for all.  Mary confronts Delia and tells her that it is just a matter of time before she smothers Pat the way she did with Frank and that she is going to do everything in her power to make sure that Pat does not marry her.  Faith wakes a sleeping Pat -- engagement ring in hand.

Episode 441 March 1, 1977

Clem reassures an anxious Jill as she awaits news on her baby. Jill learns that the baby is sick and convinces Seneca to allow her to accompany them to X-ray. Faith gives Pat his ring back in an effort to set herself free and promises Pat that she will get on with her life without him. Delia asks Bob to talk to Mary about staying out of hers and Pat's relationship and convinces herself that Faith is not going to let Pat go that easily. Pat admits to Faith his competition with Frank and the fact that he feels that he is the best person for Delia. When Delia enters moments later, she finds Faith and Pat alone in a darkened bedroom and asks if Faith ever gives up. As Seneca and Jill wait on the test results, they name the baby Edmund Strong Coleridge. Delia accuses Faith of trying to steal Pat from her. Faith tells Delia and Pat that they are a match made in heaven and leaves the two alone. When Pat reaffirms his promise to Delia that he will marry her, she asks if it could be right away.

Episode 442 March 18, 1977

Seneca, Bucky, and Faith share in the prognosis of the baby. Jill tells Maeve and Johnny that the baby is sick and asks Johnny to act as a stand-in grandfather figure. Moments later she finds out that the family is not behind her and Frank as she originally hoped. Seneca and Faith suspect that baby Edmund's condition is bad. Jack does not have his two witnesses and pleads his case to Fr. Richards. Mary arrives and after reading one another's statements, Mary and Jack argue about the annulment. Faith tells Bucky that she returned Pat's ring and describes her run-in with Delia. Faith and Bucky conclude that Pat needs Delia to need him but that Delia will wreck him. When the test results come in, they rush to give Seneca the news. Mary gives Jack the news about Jill's baby, which sends him out of the room with an idea. Jill and Seneca get the results on Baby Edmund and find that his condition could be fatal.

Episode 443 March 21, 1977

As they prepare to hold a vigil for Edmund, Frank feels again the reality of Seneca's ongoing presence in Jill's life. Mary returns from Lamaze class to find Jumbo waiting for her and is hurt when she finds out the lengths to which Jack is willing to go to get the annulment. Jack arrives to see Jill, who is hesitant to leave Frank and Seneca alone together. When she leaves, Seneca reiterates to Frank his intention to remain in the forefront of Edmund's and Jill's lives. Jill refuses to testify on Jack's behalf. Later, Jill admits to Seneca that Jack is more alone than any man she has ever known. Bob expresses to Mary his desire for things to work out for her and Jack. Later, Bob tries to force Mary to believe that Jack really does want an annulment. Baby Edmund takes a turn for the better, but Seneca senses that there may be something else.

Episode 444 March 22, 1977

Pat has set aside the weekend after next for the wedding, but his attitude about the whole thing upsets Delia. Later, while trying to lift Little John, Delia hurts herself but does not tell anyone. Seneca's suspicions about Edmund are verified when, at his invitation, Roger looks in on Edmund and diagnoses hydrocephalus. Racked with pain, Delia pretends to Pat that all is well and blows a kiss to him as he leaves to go to the hospital. Plagued with fear of an upcoming operation, Jill asks Roger who the best person would be to operate on Edmund and he admits that in other circumstances it would be him. Later, she suggests the same to Seneca. Delia convinces Maeve that she is well and heads upstairs, in pain, once Maeve leaves her alone in the kitchen. Pat admits to Bucky that he does not love Delia and wishes that he and Faith were off on their honeymoon. Delia places an anonymous call to Dr. Wolfe's office, wondering if she could, in any way, be having a miscarriage.

Episode 445 March 23, 1977

Maeve pays a visit to Jack and urges him to reconsider the annulment.  Mary arrives to see Father McShane, who is also worried about Jack.  When Baby Edmund's test comes back positive, Jill asks Seneca to let Roger perform the surgery.  Father McShane comes up with a plan to help Mary, which, when Jack finds out, causes him to explode with indignation.  Marshall gives Seneca authorization to hire any doctor he wants to perform Edmund's surgery -- including Roger.  Later, Seneca tells Roger that his doing the surgery does not mean that he will be back on staff when it is over.  Father McShane refuses to answer the chancery letter until Jack has had bi-pass surgery, buying Mary more time.  Refusing to allow the situation to get the best of him, Jack vows prompt surgery.

Episode 446 March 1, 1977

Roger and Faith confer about Edmund's condition.  Maeve gives her regrets to Faith regarding her marriage to Pat.  Faith tells her that her supporting Pat's decision is a big mistake.  Knowing that she is in the midst of a miscarriage, Delia tries to call Dr. Wolfe but is interrupted by Mary who wants her to get out of the bed and care for Little John.  Clem agrees to assist Roger in surgery on Edmund.  Later, against his better judgment, Clem provides Jack with name of surgeon to perform his bi-pass operation.  Jack runs into Mary and Maeve, and tells them of his plan to have the surgery as soon as possible.  When Mary asks him how he is going to live with himself when after the surgery he has left her and the baby for nothing, Jack says, "Just watch me."

Episode 447 March 24, 1977

Delia goes to the Riverside OB clinic for help and gives a false name.  Jack tells Maeve that he is calling Father McShane's bluff and that he plans to have the surgery as soon as possible.  He arranges to deliver his insurance papers to Maeve in case something happens to him during the operation.  Faith fills Pat in on Edmund's status moments before asking him if he has set a wedding date. Delia confides to a nurse that if she loses the baby that her life is over.  Jack gives Maeve the insurance policy, and she tells him that when he is home safe she will return them to him.  When Maeve tries to give Jack a course in family 101, Jack leaves rather than get into a fight with her.  Pat tells Faith the date the he and Delia have chosen and is taken aback when Faith tells him that she hopes something happens to keep him from having to marry Delia.  The doctor tells Delia that she is going to miscarry -- and right away.

Episode 448 March 25, 1977

Faith comforts Jill and tells her that Edmund will hang in there and be just fine.  Frank confirms Jill's choice of doctor when he remembers that it was Roger who saved his life.  Roger discusses with Clem the possible effects that this surgery could leave on Edmund and is determined to get him through it safe and sound.  Seneca shares with Marshall his frustration over not being able to operate on Edmund and stands firm in his decision to not allow Roger back on staff after Edmund's surgery.  Frank offers Jill emotional comfort as Edmund's surgery begins, and the two become even closer as a result.  Maeve and Mary are concerned when they find that Delia is missing and think that there may be something terribly wrong.  Frank tells Jill that Edmund is not the obstacle between the two of them, it's Seneca's involvement with him.  Later, when the diagnosis is confirmed, surgery begins on Edmund.

Episode 449 March 28, 1977[MISSING]

Episode 450 March 29, 1977[MISSING]

Episode 451 March 30, 1977[MISSING]

Episode 452 March 31, 1977[MISSING]

April 1977 Daily Recaps

Episode 453 April 1, 1977

Groggy from an anesthetic, Delia learns that she has had a miscarriage and is terrified.  Bob and Johnny struggle to see the positive side of Pat's marrying Delia because of the pregnancy.  As Baby Edmund struggles to hang on to life, Roger becomes furious with a nurse when she drops a pint of blood -- the only pint available on the floor.  Delia's hysteria at losing the baby increases when the nurse suggests that she should not get married next week, as she plans.  Pat arrives at the Ryan's and, finding Bob, asks for his help with the wedding.  Later, Bob tells Pat that Delia is missing and the two come to the conclusion that she is shopping for a dress.  Seneca learns that Edmund has O negative blood -- and is stunned.  Delia learns that she may be unable to conceive in the future and is again warned about getting married next week.  Johnny encourages Pat that he is doing the right thing and hopes that his life with Delia will be just fine.  When the nurse leaves to get her a sedative, Delia disappears.

Episode 454 April 2, 1977

Seneca informs Jill that the baby has survived surgery.  Seneca tells Jill that he realized in the operating room just how much she and the baby mean to him.  Alicia is startled to find Delia missing after her D&C.  She then determines that Delia left them with a fake address.  Meanwhile, Delia arrives home and finds Maeve in the living room.  Maeve is suspicious that something is wrong with Delia.  Delia covers, telling Maeve that she thinks she and Pat should postpone their wedding until they find their own apartment.  Maeve disagrees, advising that they should go ahead since Delia will be showing soon.  When Maeve asks Pat why Delia is upset, Pat cannot figure out why she would want to postpone the wedding.  At the hospital, Roger informs Jill that the baby has a rare blood type -- O negative.  Jill is concerned, but Roger stresses to her that there is no problem.  Seneca is obviously preoccupied as Roger, Jill and Clem continue to talk.  When Pat refuses to postpone the wedding, Delia panics.

Episode 455 April 5, 1977

Seneca and Bucky visit the hospital records office to find out if Seneca is truly Edmund's father.  He knows that Jill's blood type is A negative and his own is B negative, which means that he could be the father.  He goes on to check Frank's type, and finds that Frank could also be the father since his blood type is O.  No sub-type is listed for Jill, and Seneca realizes that it isn't going to be easy to determine Edmund's paternity.  Bob tries to comfort Delia, but his efforts only make things worse.  Seneca uses the blackboard in his office to fully explain the paternity question to Bucky.  As they talk, they are interrupted by a call from Marshall Westheimer.  Seneca has to meet with Marshall immediately regarding budget issues, and he asks Bucky to keep their conversation confidential.  After Bucky leaves, Seneca pleads his case to Marshall, but to no avail.  Meanwhile, Bob helps Pat move forward with the wedding plans by arranging for a ceremony with Judge Murphy.  When Pat and Bob share the news with Delia, she is more miserable than ever.  At the hospital nursery, Seneca picks up baby Edmund and holds him, desperately hoping that the baby is his son.

Episode 456 April 6, 1977

Seneca realizes that the only way to determine who is Edmund's father is to do a blood test on Jill.  If Jill does not have the N sub-type, then Frank has to be the father.  His only problem is that he has to think of a reasonable excuse to ask Jill for a blood specimen.  Meanwhile, Alicia explains to a nurse that a patient gave her their earrings to hold, and then slipped out of the clinic without them.  Alicia explains that the patient had a miscarriage and a D&C, and was concerned about her upcoming marriage.  At Ryan's, Delia runs into Jill, and Jill tells Delia that she is sure that Faith and Pat will eventually be together.  When Pat learns the serious nature of the hospital cutbacks, he realizes that he might not get time off for the wedding.  Seneca tries to convince Jill to donate blood because the hospital needs it, but Tom Desmond interrupts them before she can agree.  As Jill rushes off, she tells a frustrated Seneca that she'll do something about the blood bank, or have Faith give for her the first chance she has.  Delia is relieved when Pat tells her that they have to postpone the wedding.

Episode 457 April 7, 1977

Frank talks to Dave Feldman, a district leader, to see what his chances would be to get the nomination for Congress for the next election.  Frank explains that it could be the answer to both his personal life and his political career.  Dave convinces Frank that he needs visibility, and that means an issue to get him noticed.  Meanwhile, Bucky talks to Jill about the hospital problems.  When Jill inquires about Seneca, Bucky mentions that he was pretty upset the last time he saw him.  Jill assumes that it is due to the hospital cutbacks.  Mary visits Jack in his hospital room.  While she is there, an intern comes in and confuses Jack with another patient.  Jack is furious, and sends the intern on his way.  Mary promises to send the doctor in to see Jack, and leaves.  Later, Mary goes to see Clem and asks him to keep her informed about Jack's situation.  At Jill's office, Frank tells Jill his new plan for their future.

Episode 458 April 8, 1977

Seneca tries again to get Jill to give blood, but is unsuccessful.  Jill is puzzled by Seneca's insistence.  Jack runs into Roger while he waits to go get x-rays.  They briefly discuss Jack's surgery and the current situation at the hospital.  Jack confirms that his marriage to Mary is over.  Later, Frank and Jill have a romantic dinner and share in their hopes for the future.  Jill tells Frank that she will explain their plans to Seneca when she sees him later that evening.  Faith praises Roger for the surgery he did on Edmund.  Their conversation moves to Delia, and Roger admits that he truly enjoyed his relationship with Delia.  Roger tries to convince Faith that if she would play Delia's game, she could win Pat back.  Jack finally loses his patience from dealing with the disorganized mess at the hospital and takes it out on one of the nurses.  Later, Roger meets with Seneca in his office and prepares to ask for his job back.  He is unable to do so because Jill interrupts them.  Roger leaves, with the clear intention of meeting with Seneca another time.  Jill informs Seneca of her plans with Frank, and Seneca tells her the plans are totally unacceptable.

Episode 459 April 9, 1977

Clem calms Jack's nerves about the upcoming surgery with the news that he will be assisting. Mary wishes Jack a successful surgery.  Seneca's determination to find out the truth about Edmund's parentage is intensified by Frank's plan to leave Riverside -- taking Jill with him.  Frank tells Jill that they have to continue forward with their lives regardless of what Seneca thinks.  Bucky warns Seneca to get rid of any evidence that Edmund may not be his child.  Later, Roger finds Seneca burning incriminating pieces of yellow paper.  Jack can't bring himself to tell Mary that he loves her.  Roger asks for his job back and is refused.  When Seneca leaves the office Roger puts the remains of the burning blood card in his pocket and leaves the office.

Episode 460 April 12, 1977

Mary goes to the park to wait out Jack's surgery.  While there, Mary buys a new friend a balloon.  Delia calls Pat from Lem's to tell him about the apartment she has found and is upset when Pat tells her that he cannot come and see it.  Roger joins Delia and teases her for not being able to tie Pat around her finger.  Delia notices Alicia who returns Delia's earrings to her.  When Alicia leaves, Delia follows her and begs her to never recognize her again -- which makes Roger very curious.  To get him off of the subject she convinces Roger to visit her new apartment with her.  Pat gives Mary a good prognosis for Jack's surgery and tells her that Jack will be as good as new.  Jack dreams of South Street and the balloons and awakes to see balloons at the foot of the bed. Jack calls for Mary.  Delia tries to distract Roger and takes him on a tour of her apartment.  Undistracted, Roger questions Delia about her pregnancy, determined to find out what kind of secret she is keeping.

Episode 461 April 13, 1977

Thinking back on past conversations regarding Edmund's blood type, Roger concludes that Edmund must be Frank's baby.  Maeve welcomes Jack back to full consciousness as Bucky gives him the news of a successful operation.  Later, Jack tells Maeve that his marriage to Mary is still over.  Mary has a loving fantasy about herself and Jack.  Jill re-establishes a degree of warmth with Seneca over Edmund's projected homecoming.  When Roger enters, he unsettles Seneca when he asks him his blood type.  Later, Seneca tells Bucky that he knows that Roger is suspicious and vows to do all that he can to keep him from finding out.  Maeve refuses to give Mary a message from Jack telling Mary that their marriage is over.  Mary dreams of a happy-ever-after for her, Jack and the baby.  Seneca removes his blood bank records in an effort to stay one step ahead of Roger.  When Maeve gives Mary a good report on Jack, Mary tells her that she knows that things are finally going to work out between herself and Jack.

Episode 462 April 14, 1977

Bucky and Pat fantasize about how they would like to spend their next eight hours off.  Later, Delia demands attention from a physically and mentally exhausted Pat, to Bucky's dismay.  Dave announces that Frank has a chance at Congress in 1978.  As plans for Frank's political career get underway, Bucky makes a $1,000 contribution.  Pat avoids going home to Delia by going out to dinner at Lem's with Frank.  As the two renew their brotherly friendship, Pat shares his doubts about marriage to Delia with Frank.  Faith visits Jack and the two reflect on how one of them is married to a Ryan but does not want to be and the other is not married to a Ryan but would like to be.  Pat leaves Frank and goes in search of Faith.  Johnny calms Delia with news that Pat went to dinner with Frank.  Pat visits Faith -- in the middle of the night.

Episode 463 April 15, 1977

Despite Johnny's efforts to calm her, Delia is hysterical when she is sure that Pat is with Faith.  Pat shares with Faith his misgivings about his upcoming marriage and asks her to marry him tonight.  As Jill and Frank continue to grow closer, Seneca and Bucky ponder ways of obtaining a sample of Jill's blood.  Faith turns down Pat's proposal, and reluctantly he goes home to Delia.   Delia tries to convince Johnny to call Faith to see if Pat is there.  About to give in, Johnny is relieved when Pat comes home.  Seneca makes plans to wait until Jill's six-week check up to obtain a blood sample.  Jill plans to attend a strategy meeting regarding Frank's career.  Delia demands more of Pat's time than he is willing to give.  Under intense pressure from a persistent Delia, Pat promises to arrange for a new wedding date.  A saddened Faith wonders if she did the right thing.

Episode 464 April 16, 1977

Seneca is shaken when Roger makes a suggestion about the baby and keeps the blood type question alive.  When Bucky enters, Roger picks up on Seneca's sense of relief and offers to leave the two alone with a warning to Seneca that he knows who Edmund's father is.  Later, Seneca learns of Jill's increased involvement with Frank's new political activities and realizes he has a way to block some of it.  Faith tells Bucky that she may have made a mistake refusing Pat's offer last night.  Bucky implores Faith to go after Pat and pursue marriage to the only man that she wants.  Pat arranges his schedule with Clem so that he and Delia can be married.  Later, Bucky urges Pat to reconsider, but Pat tells Bucky that it is too late.  When Seneca learns from Faith that Jill has hired someone to care for the baby without His permission, he takes action to keep her from attending the political meeting.  Roger learns that Seneca has removed his blood records from his medical file and knows that he is up to something.  Seneca arranges a medical consultation for Edmund -- at the same time arranged for Frank's political meeting.

Episode 465 April 19, 1977

Seneca arranges to see Jill immediately about Miriam, Edmund's new nurse.  Frank pays a visit to Jack out of brotherly respect and saves him from another life threatening hospital mistake.  Later, when the public administration representative angers Jack further, Jack decides to write a series of articles on the hospital.  Seneca meets Miriam and is defeated.  When Seneca informs Jill of Edmund's upcoming appointment, Jill is forced to choose between going with Seneca and standing by Frank.  Later, when Jill discusses the issue with Frank, he asks her to choose between him and Edmund's appointment.

Episode 466 April 20, 1977

Frank wants Jill to attend the meeting with him and interprets the Philadelphia trip as interference from Seneca.  When Delia asks Mary to come to the wedding, Maeve has to talk her into it.  Frank and Jill have a big disagreement over her going to Philadelphia, and he becomes angry when Jill chooses Edmund over him.  When a teary-eyed Delia goes to Pat about the opposition she is experiencing from the family, Pat gives her word that the wedding date is set.  Later, Mary has a nice moment with Pat when she tells him that she will be at the wedding.  When Frank accuses Seneca of deliberately interfering with him and Jill, Seneca tells him that he is going to do everything in his power to make sure that Jill and the baby are not dependent on Frank.

Episode 467 April 21, 1977

Bob comforts a guilt-ridden Delia the morning of her wedding.  When Mary invites Jack to recuperate with her on the riverboat down the Mississippi, her feelings are hurt when he turns her down flat.  While Bob is reassuring Delia that everything will be okay, Pat is confessing to Frank that if Faith would take him, he'd go.  Tom appeals to Jack not to do a series of articles on Riverside, but Jack is not in a reasonable mood.  As wedding preparations progress, Frank persuades Faith to go after Pat -- and she agrees.

Episode 468 April 22, 1977

Delia shares with Maeve her fears that something will go wrong with the wedding.  Faith arrives at Pat's quarters to stop Pat -- but she is too late.  Frank begs Jill to reschedule Edmund's appointment, and when she refuses, Frank accuses her of using Edmund to keep Seneca as a part of her life.  A father-son talk eases Pat's wedding worries.  Bucky convinces Faith to make one last effort to find Pat.  Seneca comforts Jill and offers to take her out to get her mind off her troubles.  Later, Seneca tells Bucky that Frank is bringing up all the old trouble -- just as he knew he would.  Pat makes a toast to his new life with Delia.  Bucky shares with Seneca his hope that Faith makes it to Pat in time.  Faith arrives at Ryan's and learns from Kevin that the Ryan's have already left for the judge's chambers.  When he offers her the address, Faith comes to grips with the fact that she has missed her chance and determines to leave well enough alone.

Episode 469 April 23, 1977

Bob explains that the judge is late but reassures Delia that the wedding will go as planned. Father McShane learns that, in spite of Jack's successful operation, Jack intends to continue the annulment proceedings.  Maeve and Johnny share their dream of Pat marrying Faith.  When Judge Murphy arrives, Delia is relieved when she realizes that her dream marriage is about to come true.  Jill and Faith console one another as sisters and good friends.  Mary arrives moments before Delia and Pat are married.

Episode 470 April 26, 1977

Pat and Delia begin their one-day honeymoon.  Delia slips out of her clothes and manages to seduce Pat into bed with her. With too much to drink, Jill and Seneca have an open conversation where Jill tells Seneca that she admires his persistence.  Jill and Seneca arrive at her apartment, and when they find Miriam there, the moment is lost.  Later, Miriam badgers Seneca about getting Jill drunk and tells him that in the future he needs to exercise better judgment.  A panicked Delia demands to know if Pat would still marry her if there were no baby.  He comforts her and tells her that they are together and nothing is going to change that.

Episode 471 April 27, 1977

Frank visits Jill before she heads to Philadelphia and gets her word that she will see him when she returns.  Tom persuades Christine, an attractive physical therapist, to help him ease the tension of a worrisome patient -- Jack Fenelli.  Seneca and Jill consult Dr. Wade about Edmund.  Later, when Jill leaves the room, Seneca convinces the doctor to do extensive blood work on Jill.  Christine fails at trying to con Jack, making matters worse. Jill and Seneca learn that Edmund is needed back the next day, and that they will need to stay in Philadelphia overnight.  When Seneca sees the emotional torture that this is putting Jill through, he offers to stay with Edmund, allowing Jill to return home to Frank.  With Miriam's help, Frank plans a surprise dinner for Jill's return.

Episode 472 April 28, 1977

When Pat and Delia return from their brief honeymoon, Pat is dismayed to find that Delia has purchased a round shaped bed.  Roger pays a visit to Faith where the two console one another.  Jill remains in Philadelphia with Seneca, ruining Frank's surprise dinner plans.  Roger probes Faith for information about Seneca and is interested in information about Seneca's Canadian background.  A tired Pat is forced to go out to buy pizza for Delia.  Later, he tells Delia that she is not to spend anymore of Frank's money on them.  Frank waits for Jill who is in Philadelphia.

Episode 473 April 29, 1977[MISSING]

Episode 474 April 30, 1977[MISSING]

May 1977 Daily Recaps

Episode 475 May 3, 1977

Frank realizes that Jill and Seneca have been away all night.  Dr. Wade obtains a blood sample from Jill.  Tom tries again to convince Jack to leave the hospital out of his newspaper writing.  Maeve enters, cutting their visit short.  An angry Frank fumes over Jill's overnight visit and is sure that she and Seneca are enjoying one another's company.  Dr. Wade delivers good news about the baby to Jill and Seneca.  Jack learns that his and Mary's baby is due any day now.  Later, Maeve leaves in a huff when Jack refuses her appeal to be there when the baby is born.  Miriam gives Jill the news of Frank's dinner party, and she decides to go and see him.

Episode 476 May 4, 1977

Jill tries to convince an angry Frank of the reasons for her overnight stay, but he refuses to understand her point.  Maeve introduces Tom to Johnny, and the two put their heads together on how to deal with Mr. Fenelli.  Jill and Frank reach a breaking point resulting in her leaving Frank in an effort to "Get along with her life."  Jill arrives home to find Roger -- who is coming closer to getting the information he needs about Edmund's paternity.  Later, Roger shares with Jill his feelings about Delia and Pat's marriage and his need to take a vacation -- to Canada.  Frank refuses to believe that things between him and Jill are over.

Episode 477 May 5, 1977

As Bucky and Seneca discuss the test results, Seneca calls Dr. Wade and finds out Jill's blood and sub-type forcing him to realize that he is not Edmund's father.  Delia, full of wonderful plans and intentions for her new marriage, becomes shaken when Bob inquires about her pregnancy.  Seneca decides to tell Jill the truth.  Frank shares with Mary his frustration and anger over the Jill-Seneca situation.  An exhausted Pat comes home to Delia and goes to sleep.  Seneca finds Jill in a fury over Frank and postpones delivering the news of Edmund's paternity.

Episode 478 May 6, 1977

In Canada, Roger manages to get a lunch invitation from Seneca's mother.  Jack gets more information about the hospital's conditions from Pat.  Pat and Faith share restrained greetings with one another while waiting X-rays.  Later, the two fantasize about what their lives would have been like if Delia had not stepped into the picture.  When Pat asks, Faith tells him that it would be better if they became a little less than friends.  During lunch, Roger is able to get some of Seneca's medical history from Marguerite.  Jack tells Mary that baby or no baby, he still plans to proceed with the annulment.  Mary asks Jack to at least wait until the baby is born and almost gets through to him when she asks him to be in the delivery room with her.

Episode 479 May 7, 1977

Roger bribes a hospital clerk in Canada to look for Seneca's old hospital records.  Frank calls Miriam in an effort to pick up his things from Jill's apartment.  Overhearing the conversation, Delia tells him that it must be sad for him to watch Seneca with a baby that he thought was his.  When he leaves, Delia becomes shaken when she realizes that Mary heard every word.  Jill declares financial independence from Seneca over childcare issues.  Later, when Jill returns to her apartment on an errand, she runs into Frank expressing his feelings about her to Miriam.  Provoked by Delia, Mary loses her temper and slaps her -- leaving Delia declaring that she is going to be sorry for that.  Seneca suggests to Frank that he stay away for good this time and is surprised when Frank agrees.  After their conversation, Seneca is even more determined to keep news of Edmund's paternity a secret.  Seneca's hospital records in hand, Roger learns Seneca's blood type  and realizes that Frank is Edmund's father.

Episode 480 May 10, 1977

Delia runs to Johnny and Maeve following her altercation with Mary, but receives little sympathy from them.  After Delia rushes from the kitchen in tears, Maeve and Johnny advise Mary that she needs to control her temper; one overgrown child in the family is enough.  Seneca learns from Marguerite (his mother) that Roger was in Canada, and he is sure that Roger is looking into Seneca's blood type.  Delia arrives at the neurology floor looking for Pat.  When Delia finds him, she recaps her argument with Mary.  Delia asks if they have any sleeping pills, and a shaken Pat agrees to go see his family immediately.  When Clem finds out that Pat left the floor, he's angry.  Meanwhile, Seneca explains to Bucky that he tried to tell Jill the truth about Edmund's paternity, but it wasn't the right time.  He adds that he is worried that if he tells Jill now, she'll renew her relationship with Frank.  At the Ryan kitchen, Pat questions his parents and Mary about the incident with Delia.  Pat defends Delia and insists that Mary must try to get along with her, because he can't keep playing interference.

Episode 481 May 11, 1977

Mary and Pat continue to argue about Delia.  Johnny agrees that Delia is Pat's wife and that the family has an obligation to support him in his marriage.  Mary clearly doesn't share in Johnny's understanding.  Meanwhile, Jack's first article covering the conditions at Riverside Hospital is published, and Tom is furious.  Tom pushes Jack to tell him who his source was regarding the Spanish-speaking patient, but Jack refuses to give him any information.  Tom leaves, telling Jack that every word of his article better be true, or Jack is in a lot of trouble.  When Pat returns to the hospital, Clem lectures him about handling family problems during duty hours.  As they talk, they are interrupted by a call from Delia.  Pat firmly tells Delia that he is on duty for the next 36 hours and she is not to bother him for any reason.  After they hang up, Delia throws a fit.  She suddenly comes to a stop, realizing that this might be the perfect opportunity to fake a miscarriage.  Later, when Tom questions Pat about Jack's article, Pat admits that he was the source.  Maeve tries to convince Mary to be kinder to Delia for Pat and the baby's sake.  Meanwhile, Delia calls the hospital, and Alicia answers the phone.  Delia disguises her voice and inquires about miscarriages.

Episode 482 May 12, 1977

Delia schemes to fake a miscarriage.  She calls Maeve to let her know that she isn't feeling well and uses the dinner hour as an excuse for Maeve not to come over.  At the hospital, Faith runs into Frank on his way to reprimand Jack about the newspaper article.  When Faith mentions Jill, Frank tells her openly that he believes that Seneca and the baby are only an obstacle because Jill wants them to be.  Meanwhile, Seneca visits Jill and has a gift for Edmund.  They are enjoying each other's company, and Seneca reinforces Jill's decision to break up with Frank.  At the hospital, Frank tells Faith that he is going to force himself to get used to the idea of being without Jill.  Bob arrives at Delia's unexpectedly, and Delia fakes being ill.  When Bob is overly concerned, Delia tells Bob that she has a call into Dr. Wolfe.  After Bob leaves, Delia leaves a message with Dr. Wolfe's answering service, telling him that she isn't well, but that she will simply take aspirin and call him in the morning.  At Seneca's office, Roger arrives and tells Seneca exactly what he knows regarding Seneca and Frank's blood types.  Before Roger leaves, he tells Seneca that he is unlikely to make any of this information his business if he is busy and happy in other areas -- such as his work.  Seneca is stunned as Roger tells him to think about it and makes his exit.

Episode 483 May 13, 1977

Seneca tells Bucky about his meeting with Roger and insists that he won't be blackmailed.  Bucky leaves as Seneca prepares to call Jill.  At Jack's hospital room, Frank confronts Jack with a copy of the newspaper.  As they get into a heated debate, the conversation turns to Mary.  Jack reaffirms his independence from the Ryan's, and Frank refuses to respond.  Frank insists that if Mary gets her way, Jack will be his brother-in-law for a long time to come. As Faith tells Jill about her conversation with Frank, they are interrupted by a call from Seneca.  Jill agrees to meet with Seneca at his office.  Later, Alicia meets with Clem about a job in the neurology department.  Alicia is very direct with Clem and interviews him about the department and his needs.  Clem tells her the job is hers if she wants it.  When Jill runs into Frank at the hospital, she tells him that she doesn't like him analyzing her behind her back.  As they argue, Seneca comes through the door and overhears them.  Frank goes, leaving Jill angry and hurt.  Seneca rushes to her side and tells her how sorry he is.  When Jill asks what he wanted to tell her, Seneca insists that it can wait.

Episode 484 May 14, 1977

Delia makes herself up to look sick, then calls Maeve and cries that something terrible has happened.  Delia sobs as Maeve insists that she'll be right over.  Mary is delighted when Bob offers to take Jack home from the hospital.  Bob relishes the prospect of annoying Jack, and Mary is glad to have the opportunity to clean up the apartment.  Meanwhile, Jack packs his things at the hospital, refusing help from the nurse.  When Maeve arrives at Delia's apartment, Delia tells Maeve that she has had a miscarriage.  Maeve is appalled as Delia explains that she couldn't call Pat because he told her not to call him while he was on duty.  Maeve gets Delia to rest on the couch and calls the doctor immediately.  At the hospital, Jack reluctantly agrees to let Bob escort him home.  Meanwhile, Mary fantasizes about a happy life with Jack as she cleans up the apartment and prepares dinner.  Later, when Bob and Jack arrive at the apartment, Mary is asleep on the bed.  Bob makes a quick exit.  Jack is clearly touched by Mary's efforts, and he moves to the bed and wakens her.  After Jack thanks Mary for all she has done, she asks if she can stay.

Episode 485 May 17, 1977

Delia describes her miscarriage to Dr. Wolfe as Maeve listens sympathetically.  Dr. Wolfe takes Delia into his examination room so that he can find out for himself exactly what happened.  At Jack's apartment, Jack admits to Mary that each time she asks him if she can stay it gets harder for him to say no.  Jack points out that it is inevitable that he will go on causing her pain. He hands her purse to her and leads her to the door.  As she leaves, Mary tells Jack that when the baby is coming she will have someone call him so that he can be there.  Dr. Wolfe confirms that Delia had a miscarriage.  He advises Maeve that the miscarriage had to happen at least 12 hours before because Delia's uterus is very small.  Delia insists to Maeve that she wants to go home and be alone with Pat.  Meanwhile, Tom stops by the bar to apologize to Pat, but finds Johnny instead.  Tom and Johnny get along famously, and Johnny assures Tom that he will speak to Pat on his behalf.  As they talk, Mary arrives and announces that for the first time in weeks she is convinced that everything is going to be all right.  Johnny introduces Mary to Tom, and Mary realizes the trouble he has had with Jack.  Mary is very apologetic and agrees to do a positive story on Channel R about the hospital to offset a little of the negative impact from Jack's story.  Meanwhile, Maeve helps Delia into her apartment.  As she follows Delia into the bedroom, Maeve stops suddenly as she takes her first look at the bed.

Episode 486 May 18, 1977

Pat arrives home and comforts Delia.  Maeve leaves them alone and goes home.  When Maeve tells Johnny the news, Johnny is appalled.  He wonders aloud what this means for Pat's marriage.  Delia clings to Pat as she tells him exactly what happened.  Maeve and Johnny discuss Pat and Delia's situation in depth, and Johnny raises the issue of the pills that Delia took during her suicide attempt.  At Seneca's office, Seneca talks to Bucky about his dilemma with Jill.  He knows he needs to tell her the truth about Frank being Edmund's father, but he worries that it will send her right back into Frank's arms.  Bucky asks Seneca what he plans to do about Roger, and Seneca says that he and Roger will have to reach a meeting of the minds.  Mary is overjoyed as she tells Maeve that she believes she really got through to Jack when she saw him at the apartment.  When Maeve tells Mary about Delia's miscarriage, Mary is skeptical and alleges that maybe Delia was never pregnant at all.  Maeve explains that Dr. Wolfe confirmed the miscarriage, although he did say that the uterus was a little firmer than he might have expected.  Mary admits to Maeve that she hopes Pat will get out of the marriage because he belongs with Faith.  Meanwhile, Pat assures Delia that he isn't going to walk out on her at a time like this.

Episode 487 May 19, 1977

Seneca offers to use his influence to help find Roger a residency somewhere out of town, but Roger refuses.  Seneca is clearly frustrated as Roger explains that they are each in a position to influence how the other's life turns out.  Pat is furious when Frank suggests that Pat can divorce Delia since she lost the baby.  Meanwhile, Jack seems glad to see Mary when she stops by and brings him some canolli.  But when she presents him with a book on Lamaze, he angrily throws the book over the railing of his deck.  He pleads with Mary to not count on him for anything and tells her to leave.  As Seneca questions Roger about his intentions, Jill arrives.  Roger forces Seneca's hand by telling Jill that she's just in time to congratulate him.  Seneca has just offered him a place on staff.

Episode 488 May 20, 1977

After a long moment of contemplating Roger's statement, Seneca confirms that he has offered Roger a place on the hospital staff.  After Roger leaves, Jill admires Seneca and invites him to join her and Edmund for lunch.  Mary finds Frank at the bar and gives him an emotional recap of her visit with Jack.  She vows that she won't go running after Jack anymore.  They change the subject, and Frank assures Mary that he is going ahead with his campaign.  Meanwhile, Seneca explains to Bucky his reasons for reinstating Roger.  Seneca admits to Bucky that he will put up with Roger as long as necessary for Edmund's sake.  He confirms that he will eventually tell Jill the truth, but not until she has Frank Ryan completely out of her system.  Roger arrives at Delia's apartment to share his news about his job.  Delia is clearly flustered at the thought that Pat might find Roger in their apartment.  She explains to Roger that she had a miscarriage, and that she is truly concerned about her marriage.  As he leaves, Roger tells Delia that there is one more prize that he has his eye on: her.  Tom tries to cheer Mary up by talking about his family in Ireland.  Jill and Seneca share a loving moment with Edmund at her apartment.  Jill tells Edmund that he is a fortunate baby to have a very special father like Seneca.

Episode 489 May 21, 1977

Bob tries to cheer up Delia by insisting that she go with him to Ryan's.  At the hospital, Pat tells Faith about Delia's miscarriage.  Faith is clearly appalled and tells Pat that she is more sorry than he knows.  After Pat leaves, Faith discusses the situation with Bucky.  After Faith leaves, Bucky finds Alicia kneeling by the trashcan.  She is upset because she found her purse in the trash with all of the money gone.  Mary runs into Delia and Bob at the bar and tells Dee how sorry she is about the miscarriage.  After Bob goes to take a phone call, the conversation turns to an argument.  Mary suggests that the pills Delia took probably caused the miscarriage.  When Bob returns, Mary walks over to Maeve and tells her that she's feeling a little funny and is going to bed.  At the hospital, Alicia is in shock over the loss of her money.  Bucky tries to make her feel better and offers to give her a loan, but Alicia politely declines.  Later, Mary's labor pains start and Maeve goes to get Johnny to take her to the hospital.

Episode 490 May 24, 1977

Johnny calls to inform Jack that the baby is on the way.  Meanwhile, Mary is in the labor delivery room, wondering if Jack will come to the hospital.  Bucky runs into Seneca at the hospital, and Seneca stands firm on protecting Jill by not telling her the truth about Edmund's paternity.  Bucky changes the subject by informing Seneca about Alicia's stolen money.  Bucky asks Seneca to offer Alicia money in an official capacity from the department, and Seneca agrees to see what he can do.  Jack goes to the Gennaro Social Club, where Jumbo hails him over to his table.  Jack explains the situation with Mary's labor and adds that he has no plans to go to the hospital or to ever be part of the baby's life.  At the hospital, Seneca meets Alicia and offers her a loan, but he cannot get her to accept it.  Meanwhile, as Mary's labor progresses, Maeve coaches her.  Jack begins to feel guiltier and guiltier as Jumbo tries to convince him that he should be at the hospital.

Episode 491 May 25, 1977

Jack is very drunk by the time he admits to Jumbo that he's made a terrible mistake.  Jack staggers out the door.  Meanwhile, Mary is deep into labor.  At Jill's apartment, Miriam comes in to find Jill awake and sitting in the living room.  Jill opens up to Miriam about her current situation, and Miriam admits how much she likes Frank.  Jill admits that she loves Frank and that she always will, but stresses that it's over between them.  Frank and Pat go together with Johnny to the staff lounge to wait for news about Mary.  Frank tells Pat that he plans to keep their relationship as separate as possible from Pat's marriage to Delia.  Pat is very grateful.  Meanwhile, Jack stumbles in to the nurse's station.  The charge nurse is clearly offended by Jack's condition and insists that he go to the waiting area or go home.  Jack protests, but finally gives in and leaves.  As he leaves, Mary gives birth to their baby girl in the labor delivery room.  Later, Jack slumps onto a park bench, wanting to be with Mary, as Mary holds her baby.  Maeve gives the baby a bath while Mary watches and thinks of Jack.

Episode 492 May 26, 1977

Mary wakes up in her hospital room and is greeted by Maeve at her bedside.  Johnny, Pat and Faith are in the nursery watching the newest Ryan.  Meanwhile, Jack wakes up on the park bench and suddenly remembers where he is.  Delia arrives breathlessly at the nursery and is annoyed to see Faith.  Delia tells Faith that God made the miscarriage just to show everyone that Pat stayed with her and really loves her.  As Delia goes on, Faith finally snaps and tells Delia that Pat will eventually discover the truth about her…and then he'll leave her.  Johnny greets Mary lovingly as he joins her and Maeve in her room.  Mary tells her parents that the baby's name is Ryan Maeve Fenelli.  In the park, Jack remembers the events from the night before and tries to get himself together.  As he looks across the street at the hospital, he gets to his feet unsteadily.  Pat is preparing to go to bed and questions Dee about her conversation with Faith.  Meanwhile, Johnny tells Maeve how much he would like to strangle Jack for not showing up at the hospital.  At the hospital, Jack knocks on the window of the nursery.  The nurse brings the baby to the window, and Jack stares at her, his face revealing no emotions.  In Mary's room, Mary tells Faith how much she wishes Jack would walk through her door.  As they talk, Jack looks at Ryan for a long moment and turns and leaves.

Episode 493 May 27, 1977

At the hospital, a patient (Mrs. House) accuses Alicia of stealing her money.  When Clem arrives, Alicia explains the situation and insists that she didn't take any money.  Mary is clearly fighting depression as she thanks the charge nurse for the glowing report on Ryan's progress.  After the nurse leaves, Mary calls Jack.  She tells him that he has a daughter and assures him that she is all right.  She asks if there is anything else Jack would like to know, but he says no.  Mary is crying as she hangs up, but Frank arrives and comforts her.  Later, Tom arrives and tries to cheer her up.  Meanwhile, Mrs. House insists that Alicia's purse be examined.  To Alicia's astonishment, Clem finds one hundred dollars there.  Alicia is near tears as Mrs. House begins screaming "thief."  Frank visits Jack at his apartment, hoping to convince him to go see Mary.  When Jack asks if Mary is mad, Frank assures him that Mary is only sad because what she wants more than anything is to show Jack their baby.  As they talk, Mary is all alone, unable to conceal her sadness.

Episode 494 May 28, 1977

After two successful surgeries, Roger visits Seneca in his office.  Roger is obviously seeking Seneca's approval, but Seneca refuses to give it.  Seneca quips that Roger should not confuse him with Ed Coleridge, because approval is the last thing that Roger is going to get from him.  Meanwhile, Alicia sits at Ryan's feeling apprehensive about the money Clem found in her purse.  Clem tries to reassure Alicia that everything will be okay.  Later, Clem introduces Alicia to Delia, referring to Delia as the wife of Pat Ryan.  Delia is obviously alarmed by the introduction, and Clem asks her what's wrong.  At Jill's apartment, Jill and Faith throw Roger a party to congratulate him on getting his job back.  The three siblings are having a nice time together when Seneca's arrival interrupts them.  When Clem steps away, Delia pleads with Alicia not to tell anyone about the miscarriage she had under the name of Mrs. Brown.  Alicia assures Delia that she will not say anything.  Alicia tells Delia about being accused of stealing a patient's money.  Delia eagerly offers to help Alicia find the real thief, explaining that her brother is a detective and she can get him to help.  After Roger and Faith leave Jill's apartment, Seneca lingers behind.  As Jill cleans up, Seneca plays with Edmund on the couch.  Jill is obviously beginning to appreciate Seneca as Edmund's father.

Episode 495 May 31, 1977[MISSING]

June 1977 Daily Recaps

Episode 496 June 1, 1977

To Delia's dismay, Maeve leaves Little John with her for a visit. Meanwhile, Seneca and Jill have lunch together while Miriam takes Edmund to the park. While they talk, Seneca reminisces about their lovemaking at the beach house. He asks Jill why they are depriving themselves of those pleasures now. Jill suggests that they share other sensual things together instead of sex, and Seneca is eager to find out what she has in mind. Meanwhile, Maeve arrives at Jack's apartment and makes an emotional appeal for him to visit Mary before she leaves the hospital. Delia sits on a bench in the park and watches Little John play in his sand box. Soon after, Roger arrives and continues his pursuit of Delia. Delia insists that she loves Pat and that Roger should go back to the hospital. Finally, Roger agrees to leave. As Delia returns to concentrating on the contest she plans to enter, a lone toy sits in the sand box. Little John is nowhere to be seen. Later, Jack fantasizes about being a good father and becomes more and more confused about what he should do. Meanwhile, Delia looks up for Little John and does not see him. She calls out his name to no avail, then begins screaming his name.

Episode 497 June 2, 1977

Maeve returns to Ryan's and informs Johnny that her meeting with Jack did not go as well as she had hoped. As they talk, Delia runs hysterically into the bar and cries that Little John is lost. Meanwhile, Seneca informs Jill that he has an unusual surprise for her and persuades her to come to his apartment to get it. When Jill arrives, Seneca has an incredible display of chocolate and pastries for her. Jill laughs as she realizes that he was encouraged by their earlier conversation about sensuality taking different forms. It is nighttime as Delia leads Johnny and Maeve into the park where she last saw Little John. Bob and two other policemen arrive to help with the search. When Frank arrives, he manages to talk to Delia without anger and get her to tell him exactly what happened. Meanwhile, after Seneca and Jill devour the chocolate, Jill admits that she does feel great affection for Seneca. Seneca kisses her, but she pulls away. Jill confesses that as much as she would like to be with him, she has to go home. At the park, Delia cries, as no one is able to find Little John. Frank leaves to ride in a patrol car to see if he can find the boy. As Johnny and Maeve hold Delia, Little John's sweater lies on the ground unseen.

Episode 498 June 3, 1977

Bob cancels his dinner date with Alicia so that he can continue the search for Little John. After Alicia hangs up the phone with Bob, Bucky offers to take her to dinner and see her home. Although hesitant, Alicia accepts. At the hospital, Jack makes another visit to the nursery to see Ryan. While Jack watches his daughter through the nursery window, Tom visits Mary in her hospital room. Later, when Jack finally decides to see Mary, he finds Tom with her in her room. Jack overhears Tom and Mary complimenting Johnny for the qualities that make him such a good father. Losing confidence, Jack turns to leave. After he's gone, Mary continues talking to Tom, adding that the reason she was so drawn to Jack was that he shared those qualities with her father. At Ryan's, Bucky and Alicia get to know each other better. When Alicia asks how Bucky's family got their money, he tells her about his grandfather. Frank is very understanding when Maeve apologizes for leaving Little John with Delia. They are both in agony, worrying about Little John.

Episode 499 June 4, 1977

Jumbo arrives at the hospital with a present for Mary from the boys at the Gennaro Social Club. Mary is touched to see him. Jumbo talks about his concern for what Jack's routine has become. He advises Mary that he would like to act on her behalf to try and save their marriage, but Mary is convinced that it's too late. Pat and Faith share a nice moment together at the hospital, but they are interrupted by Bob. Bob explains what has happened and Pat leaves with him to find Delia. Later, Jumbo visits Jack at his apartment. After a little prodding, Jack finally admits to Jumbo that he has visited the baby several times and that he almost visited Mary. Jack pleads with Jumbo not to tell any of this to Mary, because Jack doesn't want to give her false hopes. Jumbo finally gives Jack his word but crosses his fingers as he does. Pat arrives home and tries to comfort Delia. Later, Jumbo calls Mary at the hospital and tells her everything Jack said. Jumbo knows he's breaking his promise to Jack but believes it is for a good cause. Mary is overjoyed with the news and tells Jumbo that she knows exactly what to do -- everything is going to be all right!

Episode 500 June 7, 1977

Pat convinces Delia to get herself together, while Delia wonders aloud what she would do without Pat. Meanwhile, Little John is sitting in the grass by the foot of a bridge. He is sitting up and looking around as it thunders. Frank, Bob, Kevin and Johnny plan what to do next and continue their search. Bob stays to man the phones as Alicia comes in. She offers to help, but Bob politely explains that there's nothing she can do. Later, Johnny arrives home and tells Maeve that all they can do now is pray. Johnny tries to comfort Maeve as she continues to feel guilty for taking Little John to Delia's. Meanwhile, Little John is cold and frightened as he sits down in front of a maintenance shed. At the hospital, Roger sees Alicia at the nurse's station and remembers her from Lem's where she referred to Delia as Mrs. Brown. Roger introduces himself and confronts her about her name for Delia, but Alicia responds that it is none of Roger's business. Later, Frank and Delia get into a heated argument at Ryan's. Frank tells Delia that he doesn't want her to have responsibility for Little John ever again. Frank insists that Delia leave, but she refuses. They are interrupted when a policeman arrives with Little John's sweater. He agrees to take them to the place where he found it. Meanwhile, Little John walks into the maintenance shed and looks around.

Episode 501 June 8, 1977

Exhausted and discouraged, Frank and Bob sit in the police car. Frank vows that he will never allow Delia to be responsible for Little John again. As Bob struggles to reason with Frank without arguing with him, the policeman arrives and asks if they want to continue their search. They decide to continue on foot. Meanwhile, Little John is asleep in the maintenance shack, wet and rumpled. At the hospital, Mary pleads on the phone with Dr. Wolfe to let her go home. Dr. Wolfe refuses, and Mary is furious. Tom arrives and reasons with Mary. As they talk, Faith arrives and tells them about Little John. Mary introduces Faith to Tom and suggests that they would make a good couple. Later, Faith tries to console Maeve, but explains that she is concerned about Pat. When Father McShane arrives, Faith leaves to return to the hospital. Maeve and Father McShane begin to pray. Meanwhile, Frank enters the maintenance shed, but turns to leave when he doesn't see anything but junk.

Episode 502 June 9, 1977

Frank finds Little John in an abandoned shed.  Bob radios a request for Faith to be paged at the hospital and ready for their arrival.  Mary has a plan and makes one last effort to induce Jack to take her and Ryan home with him.  Little John's condition is diagnosed as a serious ear infection.  Bob goes to find Delia to tell her that her son was found.  Faith tries to be reassuring with Frank, but Little John's condition is cause for alarm.  Tom runs interference for Frank when a reporter comes fishing for news about Little John.  Delia tries to dismiss Faith as Little John's doctor.  Frank reminds her that she is no longer the influence in her son's life and sends her away.

Episode 503 June 10, 1977

Mary involves Sister Mary Joel in her plans and expresses her hope that Jack will decide to take her and Ryan back to Weehawken Street.  Sister Mary Joel delivers a picture of Ryan and a note to Jack.  When Sister Mary Joel receives a vague response she warns Mary not to get her hopes up.  Faith warns a weary Pat that he should get some sleep before he hurts someone.  Delia finds Faith with her arms around Pat and warns her to back off.  Later, Delia has an emotional confrontation with Pat about what she saw and is distressed when Pat goes to sleep without giving her the reassurance she wanted.

Episode 504 June 11, 1977

Little John's illness brings Frank and Jill face to face.  Jill makes an effort but Frank's resentment of Seneca turns the moment into a confrontation.  Mary is determined to wait all day in hopes that Jack will arrive to take her and Ryan home.  Tom assists Johnny in his homecoming arrangements for Mary -- in the event that Jack does not show up.  Maeve and Johnny disagree on how Jack will respond to Mary's request. Maeve still has hope that Jack will come through after all.  A saddened Jill invites herself to dinner with Seneca and finds that her innocence may be in danger.

Episode 505 June 14, 1977

Mary decides that Jack is not coming to pick her up.  Jack reaches a decision and hastily leaves for the hospital.  Jill is able for the first time to tell Seneca that she loves him. Jack arrives at the hospital and is hit in the face with Johnny's welcome home party.  Jill and Seneca head off to bed together.  Jack watches in the shadows as Mary is lead by a piper and a party -- to the Ryan's.

Episode 506 June 15, 1977

Jill confesses to Seneca that she's growing increasingly fond of him and invites Seneca to spend the night with her.  Mary and Frank admit to feelings of loneliness.  She confesses to Frank her refusal to pursue Jack any longer and admits that she does not know how to get over him.  Bob meets Angel and sees why Alicia is worried about him.  After Miriam leaves, Seneca and Jill go to bed.  A drunken Frank heads to Jill's apartment to tell her how he feels about her.  Seneca and Jill are in bed when Frank arrives, ringing the bell insistently.

Episode 507 June 16, 1977

Conflicted as to whether or not to let Frank in, Jill goes to the door in hopes of quieting a loud, inebriated Frank. Roger questions Bucky's disapproving attitude toward him, pointing out that Roger and Seneca are both using the same lie to get what they want.  Later, Delia arrives, and Roger is very glad to see her.  In an effort to stop Frank from waking her neighbors, Jill invites Frank in and regrets it when he does nothing bug criticize Seneca.  Later, Jill is mortified when Seneca comes from her bedroom demanding that Frank says what he has to say to his face -- which leaves Frank to draw the right conclusion about the two.  Delia shares with Roger her fears about finding Faith's arm around Pat and begs him to find out if Faith is still after him.   Before she leaves, Delia is shaken when Roger again asks her about Alicia and tells her that he has not given up on her little secret.  Sure that the two have been lovers all along, Frank apologizes to Jill for intruding on her evening.  Seneca reassures Jill that all will be well.

Episode 508 June 17, 1977

A disheartened Jack admits to Jumbo that he went to the hospital to bring Mary and the baby home but missed his chance.  An angry Frank refuses Faith's efforts to lighten the situation between him and Jill.  He tells Faith that he hopes that Jill will be happy with Seneca and the baby.  Mary plans Ryan's christening, and Maeve worries when she makes not one mention of Jack.  Later, Mary becomes disgusted with Jack when she learns from Jumbo that Jack came to the hospital but refused to come and get her when he saw that the Ryan's beat him there. Delia apologizes to Frank and blows up when Frank accuses her of being irresponsible.

Episode 509 June 18, 1977

Delia tries unsuccessfully to enlist Pat in her argument with Frank and is determined to take matters into her own hands.  Frank receives sympathy from Mary when he tells her what has happened between Jill and himself and the pain it has caused him.  Later, Mary leaves with one last-ditch effort to talk to Jack.  Delia becomes angered when Faith refuses to release Little John to her care.  When Faith leaves, Delia sneaks Little John out of his room with promises of taking him to his Uncle Pat.  Mary tells Jack that she will give him a divorce -- if he first tells her how to stop loving him.  A furious Frank goes to Delia's to get Little John and a tired Pat is involved -- in spite of himself.  Later, Pat refuses to give into Delia's demands and tries to get some sleep.

Episode 510 June 21, 1977

Johnny thinks that he has talked Jack into coming to the Christening.  Jack pays a visit to a sexy physical therapist, Christine.  Alicia reprimands Angel, not knowing that he isn't feeling too well.  Bob arrives and takes both Alicia and Angel for an outing.  Jack flirts with Christine and invites her to the Christening party.  Maeve and Johnny prepare for the Christening.  Maeve asks Johnny to let Mary have time alone with Jack if he shows up.  Mary confirms the baptism arrangements with Father McShane and tries to deal with her true feelings for Jack.  Waiting for their lunch, Bob takes Angel outside of Ryan's to play catch with him and is shaken up when Angel is badly hurt.

Episode 511 June 22, 1977

Pat watches as Angel goes into convulsions.  Faith learns that Jack is more determined than ever to force Mary into an annulment.  Pat warns Alicia that Angel's condition is serious.  Later, Alicia comforts a worried Bob when he blames Angel's being hurt on himself.  Bucky arrives in time to see Bob and Alicia comforting one another.  Roger sets out to discover Faith's intention toward Pat and learns of her degree of unhappiness instead.  Bucky realizes that Pat is extremely tired and warns him to get some rest.  Alicia visits Angel and reassures him that the doctors will give him the best of care.

Episode 512 June 23, 1977

Frank finds his life in considerable disorder.  Seneca continues his courtship of Jill.  Mary and Maeve discuss Christening preparations and the fact that Ryan will have Kathleen and Frank as godparents.  Jill and Seneca become closer as they enjoy a romantic night on the town in one another's arms.  Frank and Mary discuss Delia's attempt to take Little John home with her, leaving Mary to believe that it was nothing but a bid for attention.  Frank is elated when Mary asks him to be Ryan's godfather.  At Jill's apartment, Jill refuses to allow Seneca to make love to her and explains why she must set limits on what is happening between the two of them.  When Seneca leaves, Jill sits on the sofa thinking of Frank, who is lonely and thinking of her in return.

Episode 513 June 24, 1977

Bucky notes a disturbing problem with Angel as Alicia is reassuring Angel that he will be all right.  Alicia tells Delia that Roger was asking questions about "Mrs. Brown."  Delia begs Alicia to be discrete and is relieved when she gets a promise of nothing less.  Faith admits to Jack her feelings of being apprehensive about Jack and the Christening.  Later, as Pat and Faith head off to check on Angel, Bucky warns them of the vision problems that Angel is having.  Delia confronts Roger about his badgering of Alicia and is relieved when he promises not to bother her again.  Later, Roger gives Delia a report on Faith's honorable intentions where Pat is concerned.  Roger infuriates Bucky when he orders him to pick up his lab work.  Pat and Faith are alarmed by Angel's deteriorating condition, and surgery seems imminent.  When he leaves to consult with Seneca, Pat runs into Delia and becomes infuriated when she refuses to understand that he has a job to do.

Episode 514 June 25, 1977

Tom brings Ryan a Christening gift.  Maeve calls Jack in a last ditch effort to ensure his plans of being at the Christening.  Bucky confronts Seneca on the subject of Roger and Jill and is shaken when he realizes that Seneca plans to draw things out as long as possible.  Pat arrives at Seneca's office for a consultation on Angel.  Jack reassures Maeve of his plans to attend the Christening.  Maeve promises to not tell Mary and to let her find out when he gets there.  Pat explains Angel's case to Seneca, who concludes that it must be subdural hematoma.  Seneca agrees with Pat's recommendation of surgery to relieve pressure and makes Pat promise to get some sleep after Angel is prepped for surgery.  Maeve fills Kathleen in on the situation with Jack.  Maeve is optimistic about Jack and asks Mary to enjoy her day with her baby.  Jack confirms his plans with Christine and tells her that he will pick her up at five o'clock.

Episode 515 June 28, 1977[MISSING]

Episode 516 June 29, 1977[MISSING]

Episode 517 June 30, 1977[MISSING]

July 1977 Daily Recaps

Episode 518 July 1, 1977

Pat calls and delivers the news that he is tied up at the hospital and that he will not be able to attend the Christening.  Sister Mary Joel and Jumbo won't give odds that Jack will make it to the Christening in spite of what he told Maeve.  Jack picks up Christine.  Frank catches Kathleen up on his situation with Jill and his sense of loss and anger.  Jill shares with Seneca her regrets of the circumstances that make it uncomfortable for her to attend Ryan's baptism.  Seneca tries to convince Jill that the best thing would be to avoid Frank Ryan altogether and is taken aback when she decides to go anyway.  Later, Jill enters the baptism as the godparents are taking their vows.  When the baptism concludes, the party returns to Ryan's to find Jack and Christine in intimate conversation at the table.

Episode 519 July 2, 1977

Mary meets Jack's presence with Christine head-on.  Johnny is furious and is escorted to the kitchen by Frank and Tom.  Jumbo offers to remove Jack from the premises, but Maeve tells him that Mary needs to have the satisfaction of handling this one on her own.  Alicia and Pat tell a frightened Angel that he will have to have surgery.  Bucky fills Roger in on Angel's condition as the two prep for surgery.  Mary tells Christine the true reason that Jack invited her to the Christening.  A furious Johnny wants nothing more than to throw Jack out on his head.  Mary asks Johnny to do his toast early so that Jack can leave.  Later, Frank asks Jack to leave and when he does Mary hugs Ryan covering tears.  Bucky is supportive to Alicia as she waits through the surgery.  Roger can't find hematoma and drills another hole when Pat is convinced that that is the diagnosis.  Christine reams out Jack for involving her in his scheme.  Jack tells her that she may have done Mary and her family a big favor before leaving in total depression.  Mary receives comfort from her family.

Episode 520 July 5, 1977

Jumbo calls Jack on his behavior, and Jack is guilty but determined to end things once and for all.  Roger finishes drilling a second hole in Angel's head and realizes that the problem isn't hematoma.  Tom corners Christine, who is very apologetic and has a few insights into Jack.  After being questioned by Roger, Pat realizes the seriousness of his situation and what could happen because of his wrong diagnosis.  Roger regrets to inform him that he will have to report this to Seneca because of the chance that Angel can die because of it.  Tom reports to Mary Christine's innocence in Jack's scheme, which leads Mary to believe that she was right about Jack all along -- but what hurts the most is that today is their wedding anniversary.  A saddened Jack sits in his apartment looking at their wedding photo -- near tears.

Episode 521 July 6, 1977

Seneca goes over the details leading to Angel's misdiagnosis and sends Pat and Faith to obtain as much history as he can from Alicia.  Later, he tells Bucky that Pat may be in very grave trouble.  Pat obtains history from Alicia without telling her of the mistake that was made.  Delia comes in minutes later demanding attention and refuses to give Pat the time that he needs.  Jill lays out an alternative life-style for herself, Seneca and Edmund and finds that Seneca is very much opposed to it and sees marriage as the only way.  Confrontation erupts when Delia places a claim on Pat's time, and he walks away from her.  Having overheard everything, Roger approaches her and tells her that things don't look good in Delia land.  Later, Roger tells Delia the seriousness of Pat's mistake.  As Angel's temperature continues to rise, Pat and Faith arrive at the diagnosis of meningitis.

Episode 522 July 7, 1977

Alicia comforts Angel as they wait for the doctors to check on him.  Pat examines a very ill Angel and arrives at a new diagnosis -- meningitis.  Delia comforts a worried Alicia until Bob arrives to reassure her that Angel is not going to die.  Kathleen and Frank share their outrage at Jack's behavior at the Christening.  Mary tells Ryan that she made a mistake of choosing her father and tells her that no matter what; Ryan is going to be all right.  Faith and Pat begin treatment on Angel.  Delia apologizes to Alicia for Pat's mistake, whereas Alicia previously knew nothing about Pat's mistake.  Kathleen gives Mary a few baby tips.  Later, Mary tells Kathleen and Frank that she has not been patient with Jack -- which is a big part of the problem.  After starting emergency treatment of Angel, Pat informs Alicia of his condition and realizes that she now knows that he has made a mistake. Alicia asks Pat if Angel is going to die to pay for the mistake that he made.

Episode 523 July 8, 1977

Jack is sent to Riverside hospital to cover the demonstration.  Seneca shares with Clem his views on the strike and the fact that the hospital is falling apart.  Later, Clem fills Seneca in on Angel's meningitis and the fact that Alicia feels it will be Pat's fault if Angel dies.  A worried Faith goes to Jill for legal advice for Pat and Jill recommends that Frank be brought into the situation as soon as possible.  Later, Faith admits to Jill that she loves Pat as much as she ever did and blames most of what is happening on Delia.  Jack meets Martha again as the two cover the demonstration.  Clem gives them a quote and asks them that it be off the record.  Later, the two of them find themselves in conflict with Tom.  Bonding between Seneca and Edmund intensifies, leaving Seneca to realize that it is going to be hard to tell Jill the truth.  Tom refuses to offer the hospital's side of the story to Martha and Jack.  Later, Jack makes a date with Martha and takes her off to lunch.  Before they can get away, Faith arrives and tells Jack that he'd better be sure that he wants to lose Mary, because once he does, he will never get her back.

Episode 524 July 9, 1977

As Angel worsens, so does the seriousness of Pat's situation.  Jill pays a visit to Frank to warn him of Pat's troubles.  When Jill questions Frank's unemotional response, he thanks her for the information, but tells her that nothing has changed and not to expect for them to become friends.  Alicia tells Clem that Pat's mistake can very well cost her brother his life.  Jack explains to Martha that he is truly separated from Mary.  Mary shares a few moments with Tom before taking Ryan to work with her and finds him to be a good friend.  As he explains to Mary why he has stayed single, simultaneously Martha is sharing a similar story with Jack.  Later, Tom gives Mary a carrying device and helps her to put it on.  As Angel's condition worsens, Alicia demands from Clem that Pat be taken off of the case.

Episode 525 July 12, 1977

Seneca tries to protect Pat's credibility with Alicia, but agrees to remove him as Angel's doctor.  Jack admits to Martha that he has been lonely and invites her to dinner at his apartment.  Martha declines his offer, but gives him her number for future reference.  Seneca tells Pat that he has been taken off of the Nieves case.  Later, Pat apologizes to an emotional Alicia and before he heads for home when she accuses him of being too tired to handle patients.  Frank's visit to Seneca about Pat's situation turns ugly when both men fail to keep Jill and the baby out of the conversation.  When Pat tells Delia of being removed from the case, she blames him for never spending time at home and is afraid that the family will blame her.  Later, Pat fails to get some much-needed sleep when Delia wants him to make love to her.  Martha shows up at Jack's apartment and wants to see him.

Episode 526 July 13, 1977

Mary discovers Martha in Jack's apartment.  Johnny and Little John encounter Jill and Edmund in the park.  Instinctively, Jill turns to Johnny for paternal support while realizing that old habits die hard.  A stunned Mary asks Martha if she spent the night and hears what she doesn't want.  After Mary leaves, Jack apologizes to Martha and admits that he did not realize how much this would hurt him, too.  Bob comforts a despondent Alicia, who is convinced that her brother is going to die.  Mary returns to Jack's apartment in a rage and gives him the one thing that he has been waiting for - an annulment.

Episode 527 July 14, 1977

Mary tells Frank what happened at Jack's apartment and that the marriage is officially ended.  Frank is sure Delia knew Martha was at the apartment and that she set Mary up.  Johnny comforts Alicia and offers to call Fr. McShane for Angel, when she finds that their pastor is unavailable.  Mary seeks comfort in her daughter while a miserable Jack remembers better times.  Fr. McShane gives Angel his last rites.  Frank calls Jack and arranges for a meeting at the chancery.  While he has him on the phone, Jack gets a statement about the conditions at Riverside hospital.  Johnny comforts Mary when she tells him that things between her and Jack are over.

Episode 528 July 15, 1977

Maeve comforts a sad Mary who cannot believe her marriage is over.  Faith tries to convince Pat that Angel will be okay.  As she is consoling him, Bucky comes from Angel's room with good news.  Maeve tells Tom about Mary and Jack's divorce and tells him to visit her.  When Mary arrives, he gives a present to her and Ryan, which she opens and finds a stuffed version of Billy the rooster.  Bucky and Faith take Pat to the houseboat to celebrate and relax.  Before they leave Pat tries to call Delia, but there is no answer.  Tom asks Mary to do a story about the hospital for Channel R and she agrees.  Later, Frank calls Mary and gives her the time that they are to meet Jack at the Chancery.

Episode 529 July 16, 1977

Mary and Frank discuss the details of the settlement and divorce.  Mary tells him that under no circumstances will she accept alimony or child support.  As the trio sets up for their celebration on the houseboat, Pat goes to sleep.  Mary tells the chancery that her marriage is over and asks for an annulment.  When it's found that there is no witness, Jack tells Mary that he would like to talk to her about that.  Delia has a fit when Bucky calls to tell her where Pat is and that he is with Faith.  Jack explains that Johnny is a potential witness and Mary agrees to talk to her father about writing the letter that they need.

Episode 530 July 19, 1977

A frantic Delia learns from Roger the location of Bucky's houseboat and is shocked when he refuses to take her there.  She argues to no avail, and borrows twenty dollars to bring Pat home.  Bob is reassured when he learns from Alicia that Angel is out of danger.  She declines his offer of dinner in an effort to be with Angel, although it is clear that personal feelings between the two are growing rapidly.  Bucky and Faith admit to feelings of loneliness, but agree that the two are best as friends.  As they decide whether or not to let Pat sleep for the rest of the evening, Delia arrives outside on the pier.  Seneca tries to prevent Jill from using Jack's latest column as a reason for seeing Frank.  Delia's emotional reunion with Pat is spoiled by Bucky, who accidentally bumps her off the pier.

Episode 531 July 20, 1977

A soaked and furious Delia is rescued from the Hudson.  Mary tries to start a life for herself without Jack, and plans to move into her own apartment.  Later, at Mary's insistence, Johnny agrees to write the letter to the chancery that Jack never wanted to have children.  On the ride home from the pier, Delia gets into an unhappy confrontation with Faith leaving Pat miserable.  Maeve and Johnny discuss the problems being encountered by Mary and Pat.  Pat yells at Delia and tells her that she is never to talk badly to Faith again.  At her sobbing, Pat apologizes and Delia persuades him to make love to her as forgiveness.

Episode 532 July 21, 1977

Mary is sad, but coping.  When Tom arrives at Channel R, she stands up to Frank's statement in Jack's column and decides to help Tom with what is a potential PR problem.  Jack's column magnifies the break between Frank and Jill, much to Seneca's satisfaction.  Maeve pays a visit to Jack in an effort to keep the lines of communication open between the two.  Mary agrees to go to dinner with Tom.  Seneca tells Roger that Frank is the last person that should be involved with Edmund and Jill.  Later, Roger examines Angel and is shaken when he finds pronounced weakness on his right side.

Episode 533 July 22, 1977

As Alicia goes to deliver a milkshake to Angel, Roger informs Pat of Angel's condition.  Later, Alicia realizes that something is terribly wrong when Angel drops the milkshake from his right hand.  Maeve shares with Frank her hopes that Mary's divorce will not proceed as planned.  When Mary overhears, she tells Maeve she wants it over now.  Roger explains Angel's condition to a furious Alicia who blames it all on Pat.  Mary lays out her plans to her mother and Frank.  Due to Maeve's concern, Mary explains that if the courts say her marriage never existed then she will be able to put it aside as well.  Alicia blames Pat for making her brother worse and tells him since his health is in question then he must have something in return - even if it is at Pat's expense.  When she leaves, Roger warns Pat to get a lawyer.

Episode 534 July 23, 1977

Frank tells Mary that the divorce will be over in a matter of weeks, leaving her to get on with her life.  When Tom enters, Mary assures Frank of exactly what she plans to do.  Jumbo refuses to acknowledge Jack's presence when he shows up at the social club.  Roger visits Delia and is amused when she tells him she is afraid of catching a disease from her fall in the river.  Later, Roger tells her of the trouble that Pat is in, and warns her to stay out of it she is determined to help.  Jack becomes furious at Jumbo's insistence that he is making a mistake and storms out of the club.  Frank stands by his statement in Jack's column, but offers to help Tom regain the community's confidence in the hospital.  Later, Mary reminds Tom that he invited her to dinner and as the two leave Frank tells Bob that it is a distraction that Mary needs.  Alicia seeks Bob's advice about the suit and a good malpractice lawyer.  Later, Frank tells her that she has a case and backs Bob's suggestion of a lawyer for her and Angel.  Mary warns Tom of Johnny's enthusiasm as the two are having dinner and explains to him that what she needs right now is a friend.  Jumbo tells Jack he will get his wish and that Mary will find someone else.

Episode 535 July 26, 1977

Faith tells Pat that she cannot say for sure how things will turnout for Angel, but the prognosis is not good.  Dave Feldman assures Alicia that if he takes the case she and Angel will be his first responsibility.  Jill, concerned about Edmund, calls Seneca and suggests he come over. After hearing the facts, Dave tells Alicia that she has a case, naming both Pat and Faith as the doctors involved; he agrees to represent her.  He further warns that if the impairment to Angel is critical and permanent, it will end Pat's career.  Pat tells Faith that Delia insists she has developed some water borne disease.  Later, Delia approaches Faith about her spending time with Pat and tells her she sees them together all the time.  Seneca identifies Edmund's problem, teething, and prescribes different methods to deal with it.  Later, Seneca offers Jill a proposal, and although Jill turns it down, further confirms the loving feelings between them.  Faith is appalled when Delia tells her it would be a good thing if Pat were to lose his job at Riverside; she warns Faith that she will do anything to keep her away from her husband.

Episode 536 July 27, 1977

Despite Maeve's efforts to dissuade him, Johnny leaves to deliver his deposition to Jack.  Delia tries unsuccessfully to persuade Alicia to not press charges against Pat.  When she fails, she calls the operator and pages Pat for an emergency.  Johnny gives Jack his deposition and expresses his approval of the annulment.  Pat yells at Delia for waking him with an emergency page and tells her he will only need her help when the time comes.  Moments later, Pat is served with a summons and complaint in the malpractice suit.  Maeve remembers Mary as a child and her commitment to marriage.  Jack calls Father Neal with news that he has everything for the annulment to proceed, but wonders what would happen if he ever wanted to change his mind.

Episode 537 July 28, 1977[MISSING]

Episode 538 July 29, 1977[MISSING]

Episode 539 July 30, 1977[MISSING]

August 1977 Daily Recaps

Episode 540 August 1, 1977

Seneca and Jill are concerned of the hospital being named in the malpractice suit.  Later, Seneca warns Pat that he will face the medical board, without counsel.  Mary and Jill work on their life plans, based on independence.  Roger calls Jill, furious that he has been cited in the malpractice case.  Jill tries her best to reassure him that it will be okay.  As he ends the phone call, Delia visits him for help with Pat.  When he tries to mix business with pleasure, Delia becomes torn and leaves before things can get out of hand.  Later, Mary confronts Delia to see if she set her up to find Jack with Martha McKee.  Pat consults with Frank and is relieved when he offers to represent him in the case.

Episode 541 August 2, 1977

Frank pays a visit to Seneca and demands to be present at Pat's medical board hearing, but Seneca refuses him.  When Tom is unable to meet Mary at the Ryans due to a bad knee, Mary packs a lunch and takes it to his apartment.  Mary is disturbed when Tom mentions to never go to Ireland again.  After performing a check up, Seneca confirms the seriousness of Angel's condition to Alicia.  Bob makes a personal effort to help Angel through feelings of depression and impresses Alicia in the process.  Tom evades Mary's questions and shares memories of Ireland with her.  Frank seeks to line up support from the house association at the hospital; Pat is relieved when Clem offers to help, too.  Afraid of what Frank's involvement could mean for the hospital, Seneca moves to have the medical board convene as quickly as possible, telling Jill that this is the right thing to do.

Episode 542 August 3, 1977

Anne Burney brings Frank's list of terms to Jack and is unsettled when one of the terms is to change Ryan's last name when Mary remarries.  Noticing his hesitation, Anne asks if he is sure he wants to go through with it.  Pat receives a call from Clem warning him that the medical board hearing has been scheduled for today, which leaves Delia upset because it has ruined the afternoon she planned for them.  Pat leaves word with Frank of the news and heads off to meet him.  Once he is gone, Delia makes a call to Jack who assures her that he will go to Riverside and see what is happening.  After the call, Anne asks Jack again if he is sure that he wants to go through with the proceedings.  Jack explodes.  Pat expresses his regret to Frank of making a mistake that could cost him his career; he has let his family down after they have invested so much in him.  Frank reassures him that everything will be all right and tells him that he will be at the meeting.  Jack questions Tom about Pat, but pushes too hard, and their argument becomes personal.  A furious Mary comes to Jack's defense, which leaves Tom stunned.

Episode 543 August 4, 1977

Frank forces Marshall to allow him to be present at the board hearing.  Afraid of adverse publicity for the hospital, Marshall agrees.  Pat tries to deal with his situation in terms of the impact on his family.  Jack calls Maeve to find out information about Pat's hearing and agrees, at Maeve's prodding, to come over in person.  When she hangs up, Maeve tells Ryan that it is time to clean up for daddy.  Frank finds himself outgunned as the medical board hearing begins.  When Pat is forced to tell the board how the case progressed, Frank is concerned that this could be used against him later.  Jack sees Ryan and becomes so shaken after he hugs her that he has to leave.  When Frank's request that Pat be allowed to listen to his colleague's view of the Nieves case is denied, Jill comes to his defense; he may stay, but is not pleased when he finds that he may not cross-examine the witnesses.

Episode 544 August 5, 1977

Frank is frustrated in his efforts to help Pat, as Roger gives his testimony.  When Frank tries to pose a question to Roger, he is told he will have to allow the process to go along quietly, or leave.  Later, Roger tells a worried Delia that things don't look good for Pat.  While Roger's testimony is nothing short of the truth, he makes sure to cover himself in the process, which does not help Pat.  Clem's testimony falls short of helping Pat as well, leaving Frank frustrated and angry; he receives another threat to be removed from the hearing.  Jack tries, unsuccessfully, to work out his anger in the boxing ring.  Later, when he confesses his anger to Jumbo, he is warned to accept his divorce and leave the Ryans alone.  With the testimonial side of the hearing complete, Frank loses his temper and blames Jill when he is denied the opportunity to present Pat's side of the situation.  Later, he vows to Jill that the fight has only just begun.  When he leaves, Seneca persuades a distressed Jill to go away with him and Edmund to the beach house and is delighted when she agrees.  Roger is opposed to Clem and Frank's idea of forming a union with the other doctors to help Pat.  Frank apologizes to Pat for not being much help in the hearings, but promises him that they will win in the end.

Episode 545 August 8, 1977

Not realizing the extent of his impairment, Angel tries to walk unassisted and falls.  At the beach house, Seneca is finally happy to see that he, Jill and Edmund are living together as a family.  Tom persuades Frank to cool things for a day with the hospital board and to let him see what he can do for Pat.  Alicia and Bob help Angel back to bed and listen to Angel talk about the financial obligations that he and Alicia will be facing.  As Jill and Seneca move closer, Jill gives Seneca hope that spending every night together may be possible.

Episode 546 August 9, 1977

Pat tells Delia the ramifications of the board's decision.  Faith sets a plan in motion to help Pat and works to reschedule the EEG that could get him off the hook.  Jack goes to Frank for information about Pat.  Before he can leave, Mary arrives.  Faith convinces a reluctant technician to do a test on Angel.  Delia reassures Pat that everything will be okay, as long as he stays with her.  Mary is shaken, after facing Jack at Frank's office.  Later, Frank tells her that she was unfair to Tom and convinces her to apologize.  After his test, Faith tries to reassure Angel and tells him that they will know more in the morning.

Episode 547 August 10, 1977

Seneca and Jill share loving moments; Seneca presses her again as to why they cannot share every morning together for the rest of their lives.  Mary expresses her feelings with her father, regarding Jack.  Tom suggests that Seneca approach the board from a public relations standpoint.  Later, Mary apologizes to Tom for yelling at him about Jack and promises to be better next time.  As Seneca tries to convince the board that Pat's dismissal would be a disaster for the hospital from a public relations point of view, Faith enters with Angel's test results: Angel's brain damage is not permanent.  When the board requests to see Pat, they learn from Clem that Pat failed to report for duty.

Episode 548 August 11, 1977

Seneca sends Clem to fetch Pat, who is still asleep.  Mary tells Maeve that Tom has a tendency to be more than evasive about his past.  She convinces Maeve to see what she can get out of Tom the next time she sees him.  As Delia opens the door to Clem, Pat awakens and is nervous when he realizes that not only is he over two hours late for his shift, but he is late for a meeting with the board, as well.  Clem is disgusted as Delia explains to Pat that she turned off the alarm; Clem tells Pat to get to the hospital on the double.  When he leaves, Delia becomes hysterical when Pat refuses to hear her excuses.  Later, Maeve calls Frank and tells him of the board's meeting.  The board is disappointed with Pat's lateness and tells him they will decide his fate to practice medicine as a doctor within the hour.

Episode 549 August 12, 1977

Pat tells Frank about his conversation with the board.  As Frank relays to Pat his conversation with Tom, Seneca tells Pat that the board is ready to see him.  Alicia tries to cheer Angel with news of his test results.  When she fails, Bob presents Angel with a painting of his hometown and succeeds in brightening Angel's day.  Dr. Pierce announces to Pat the board's decision, which includes an official letter that will be added to his file; Pat is to be assigned under the direct supervision of Roger Coleridge.  Tom shares with Mary his belief in non-violence.  Later, Tom becomes withdrawn and businesslike when Mary tries to question him further.  Jill tells Frank she did all that she could for Pat and will only make things worse if she continues to interfere.  When Frank tells her of his plan to involve: city council, the welfare committee, the mayor, and every newspaper in town, Jill tells him he is acting destructively.  She becomes frustrated when she realizes that there is nothing she can do to change his mind.

Episode 550 August 15, 1977

Johnny gives his granddaughter a history lesson on the Yankees, which is interrupted by Mary's arrival.  Mary tells Johnny the news about Pat, who is concerned about the letter of reprimand being placed in his file.  Jack receives a phone call from Anne Burney and is sad to hear about his divorce hearing set for tomorrow.  Jill offers Pat her apologies for the way things turned out and assures him that she has his best interest at heart.  Later, as Pat thanks Faith for her help, Roger asks to see him.  When Bob tells Mary and Johnny of Alicia's money problems, Johnny asks him if there is any way they can help.  Later, Mary tells Bob about the divorce.  Jack breaks down in tears when a crying baby in his building reminds him of what he's lost.  Roger tells Pat not to make a move without consulting him first.  Jack fantasizes about a life with Mary and Ryan.

Episode 551 August 16, 1977

When Roger finds out that Pat ordered medication without his approval, he reminds him he is not allowed.  Later, Pat thanks Faith for ordering the test for Angel.  When she tells him of the house association meeting, the two leave to look for Frank.  When Delia calls for Pat, Roger informs her that he has left with Faith.  As the family rallies around Pat, a hysterical Delia arrives and starts to make trouble.  When Delia tells Maeve that she wants to help Pat, Maeve convinces her to talk to Clem about volunteering at the hospital's blood bank, much to Delia's horror.  Seneca and Frank have a heated confrontation about Pat and Jill.  Frank tells him that he has just begun in his fight for Pat and threatens to bring his little kingdom tumbling down.

Episode 552 August 17, 1977

Mary tries to take her mind off of what is happening in the judge's chambers downtown.  The divorce proceedings take place with the judge announcing that he will have a final answer for them in a few days.  Tom meets a saddened Mary in the park and offers to spend some time with her.  A distressed Delia goes to Roger with her problems and is horrified when he tells her that things with Pat are never going to work.  As Roger explains his reasons to Delia, he also provides her with a solution to her blood bank problem: pretend to faint at the sight of blood.  Mary shares her feelings with Tom of her failed marriage.  Later, Tom evades Mary's questions about returning home to Ireland.  Frank becomes frustrated when Jack refuses to realize that things with Mary are not completely over.

Episode 553 August 18, 1977

Faith tells Pat of Angel's condition and is relieved to see that he is getting sleep.  Delia pays a visit to Pat at the hospital and informs him that she will be volunteering at the hospital as well.  Later, Delia tells Roger that she will soon be working for the hospital association.  A forlorn Jack sits alone in his apartment and tries to cope with his pain.  Delia reports for her first day of volunteer duty and faints at her first sight of blood.  Jack confesses the true depth of pain he is feeling.  Mary, although equally miserable, is determined to not look back.  Delia persuades Pat to help her do volunteer work for the house association rather than the blood bank.  Roger tells Faith that the more time Pat and Delia spend together, the quicker they realize that their marriage is a mistake.

Episode 554 August 19, 1977

Pat leaves Delia to deal with Clem.  Maeve tries unsuccessfully to find out more about Tom's background.  When she notes a discrepancy in what he says, Tom just further evades her questioning.  Delia is furious when Clem refuses to recommend her for work with the house association or anywhere else.  Later, Faith is happy with Clem for standing up against Delia.  Tom and Faith get caught up on Mary and Pat.  Delia's emotional appeal to Pat backfires when he decides to go to the hospital for some much needed sleep.

Episode 555 August 22, 1977

Delia tells Pat he will be deserting her if he goes to the hospital to sleep.  Tired of her emotional manipulation, Pat leaves Delia wild and furious and decides to go.  Seneca and Jill enjoy their time together with Edmund and imagine what their lives would be like if they stayed together permanently.  While looking for Bucky, Faith finds Pat and learns of his fight with Delia.  When he tells her that he thinks that his marriage was a mistake, she asks him what he intends to do.  Bob and Alicia hang the painting of Taxco in Alicia's apartment.  Later, the two kiss when Alicia admits her attraction to Bob.  Delia arrives at Bucky's room looking for Pat and finds him with Faith and is horrified when she sees them kissing.

Episode 556 August 23, 1977

Frank invites Jack to sit in as the house association presents an official list of their grievances to Marshall.  Tom also invites Mary, not knowing that Jack will be there.  Delia tells Roger about the kiss between Faith and Pat.  When Roger tells her that what Pat may want most from her is a sense of independence, she formulates her own plan - to have a nervous breakdown.  In Marshall's office, Jill questions Tom's judgment in having the media present and feels that this is only going to make things worse.  When Marshall arrives, he takes the grievances and assures that the board will look into them as soon as possible, which annoys Frank.  Jack glowers when Tom continues to pay special attention to Mary and later questions him about it.  When Tom tells him that it's not his business, Jack becomes furious.  Delia becomes fascinated with the idea of planning a nervous breakdown and borrows medical and psychiatric books from Roger to research the symptoms.  Tom assures Jack that he will provide him and any other newsperson all the resources to compete their stories.  When it becomes evident that Jack is instigating a fight, Mary places her arm in Tom's and leads him out of the room.

Episode 557 August 24, 1977

Busy in her scheme, Delia calls Roger to confirm if her symptoms are believable.  Pat thanks Faith for listening to him the night before and tells her how much the kiss meant to him.  Johnny is pleased when Maeve tells him that Mary is having dinner with Tom Desmond.  Delia tells Roger that her plan is the best way to gain Pat's attention.  Later, when Pat comes home she puts her plan into motion and is pleased when it seems to work.  Although the air of mystery surrounding Tom is unsettling to Johnny, he tells Maeve that he prefers him to Jack.  Jack runs across Miriam in the park with Ryan and Edmund and is shaken when Miriam, not knowing who he is, calls Ryan's father a dead-beat dad.  Later, when she is packing the children up to go home, Miriam asks Jack to hold Ryan and he discovers that he does not want to let her go.  Before leaving the park, Jack finds a stray kitten and decides to take it home.  Successful in her depression scheme, Delia is delighted when Pat offers to help her cook dinner so she will not be alone.  Faith tells Roger that Pat is finally drawing the line with Delia.  When Delia apologizes to Pat for being depressed and offers to be brave for him, Pat becomes worried.

Episode 558 August 25, 1977

Seneca surprises Jill at her apartment with a romantic invitation.  Bob consults Frank about Alicia and admits that he is getting emotionally involved.  Later, Bob tells Frank he hopes that Jack is miserable for leaving Mary.  Jill tells Seneca that Frank treats her as if they have no romantic history together.  Later, Seneca gives Jill a small jeweler's box.  Jumbo learns that Jack has seen Ryan and surprises Jack by telling him to stay far away from her.  Seneca gives Jill a ring and proposes.  Wishing the ring were from Frank, she turns him down, but promises to wear it as a reminder of his love for her and Edmund.

Episode 559 August 26, 1977

An ecstatic Delia visits Roger to celebrate the initial success of her plan.  Jill shows Faith the ring that Seneca gave her and admits to being unsure of her next move.  Faith tells Jill that Pat is making progress with Delia.  Roger tells Delia that she must use her symptoms with other people so Delia plans a dinner party.  Johnny gets an opportunity to probe Tom's past, and recognizes his evasiveness.  Delia arrives, interrupting Johnny's questioning, and invites Maeve and Johnny to the dinner party she is planning.  Later, when Maeve asks Delia about her depression, she tells her that she realizes she has to stop thinking about her problems.

Episode 560 August 29, 1977

Jumbo finds a depressed Jack when he arrives at his apartment and sympathizes when he realizes that the divorce has come through.  Although saddened by the news, Mary is determined to do her job, even it means she needs to see Jack.  When Jack tells Jumbo that he is covering the story on the hospital association, Jumbo taunts Jack about Mary and Tom's relationship; Jack leaves for the hospital in a fury.  When Marshall cancels his appointment with the hospital association, Frank realizes this as a stall maneuver and leaves with Clem to meet with Seneca.  Tom offers to wait with Mary, much to Jack's chagrin.  Seneca manages to convince Clem that he has the hospital's best interest at heart.  Frank tells Seneca that unless there is some type of relief for Pat he cannot promise that the hospital association won't take more drastic measures.  Not wanting to see Mary with Tom, Jack picks a fight with her by belittling her work ethics.  Determined to not let him bother her, Mary turns to Tom and invites him to dinner, which angers Jack further.  Jack throws a punch at Tom, which is blocked. When Frank sees the ring that Seneca gave to Jill, the two share a sad exchange.

Episode 561 August 30, 1977

Maeve encourages Mary to explore the mystery that she senses in Tom Desmond.  Delia completes the arrangements for the dinner party planned for tomorrow night.  Maeve and Johnny wonder about Tom and it is clear that they share a difference in opinion.  At Tom's apartment, Mary becomes curious when she notices that all of Tom's books have the name, "Tom O'Brien" and questions him about it.  Roger and Jill catch up on the hospital situation.  Roger is startled when Jill admits that she is tired of fighting Seneca about marriage and feels that the ring could mean more than just friendship.  Noticing Tom's intense reaction when saying the name, Mary's suspicion is aroused and doesn't believe Tom's explanation.

Episode 562 August 31, 1977

Roger pays a visit to Delia with flowers and more tips for the evening's festivities.  As he listens to Delia, Roger realizes that things are going as planned.  When Maeve sees Jack in the hospital she suggests that he may be jealous of Tom Desmond and smiles when Jack answers as she expected.  When Tom invites Mary to dinner, she tells him she is on official baby-sitting duty and invites him upstairs for a sandwich instead.  Later, as intimacy grows between Mary and Tom, the two share a kiss.  As the dinner party gets underway, Delia's strange behavior proves unnerving to all present.

September 1977 Daily Recaps

Episode 563 September 1, 1977

Pat comes home from a long day at work surprised to find a dinner party underway.  When Delia tells him that he helped her to plan the party, Pat becomes concerned, realizing that something is seriously wrong with Delia.  Clem and Faith express their concern to Frank about the lack of response from the administration to the hospital association's demands and explore the morality of a doctors' strike.  When dinner is served, Delia expresses how sad it is that chickens had to give up their lives in order to be dinner.  Unable to be comforted, Maeve takes a sobbing Delia to the bedroom to lie down.  When Clem goes back to the hospital, Faith tells Frank that he has no right to be upset about Jill's ring after the way he has been treating her.  He tells her that she may be right, but the ring is a sign of their alienation from one another.  He is resolved to do something about it.  Maeve is worried about Delia and thinks that she may be having a delayed reaction to the strain and insecurity of losing her baby.  Later, a delighted Delia listens in as Pat expresses his concern for her.

Episode 564 September 2, 1977

When Roger expresses to Seneca his displeasure at the doctors going on strike, Seneca accuses him of not caring about the conditions of the hospital.  Maeve tells Mary about Delia's strange behavior, and is worried about the effect Delia will have on Pat.  Roger tells Seneca that he is being hypocritical.  When Roger leaves, a shaken Seneca reaches a decision and heads off to see Jill.  Frank apologizes to Jill for his treatment of her.  Just when things appear as if they are going well, Frank becomes offended when Jill comments that he is doing Pat more harm than good; Frank storms out.  Maeve expresses her feelings to Mary about Pat's marriage, which leads Mary to comment that her marriage with Jack is over.  Seneca arrives at Jill's apartment to talk about their relationship together.

Episode 565 September 5, 1977

Jill starts shrieking and ranting at Seneca for dropping by uninvited. He starts to tell her the truth about Edmond's paternity, but she orders him not to speak of Frank in her presence, so once again he backs down. Then she tells him about Frank's visit, and wonders out loud if Frank enjoys picking at her emotional wounds. Jill actually apologizes for being a "wretch" and they end up going off to bed together. At the bar, Mary mocks Delia's strange behavior, and assures Johnny that Delia is faking to get sympathy. Tom arrives, and Johnny is all too delighted to leave him alone with Mary. Tom tells Mary that he wants to be more than casual friends, but infuriates/amuses her by refusing to talk about his past in Ireland. Maeve and Johnny once again disagree about Jack and Mary, with Maeve admitting that she loves Jack as if he were her own son. Maeve reiterates that she thinks Tom is hiding something.

Episode 566 September 6, 1977

Mary comes to Frank's office to tape a puff piece for Channel R about his virtually unopposed primary race for reelection to the city council. Tom arrives in the middle of the interview and gives Mary advice about the best "angle" from which to approach the story so that Frank will be cast in the best possible light, which Mary happily takes. Pat suggests that Delia visit Little John, and Delia likes that idea because she can find out if Maeve and Johnny are worried about her. Pat tells Faith about the dinner party fiasco, who is very skeptical. At Ryan's, Delia overhears Mary and Faith gossiping "like two cats" about her fake nervous breakdown and how nice it would be if the family had to have Delia "put away."

Episode 567 September 7, 1977

Jack wakes to Frank's call as Frank explains that the hospital board turned down all of the house association's demands.  Jack agrees to use discretion as he pursues the story.  When Jack admits that he's sorry for the things he said to Mary the last time he saw her, Frank tries to persuade him to apologize to her.  Delia returns to Roger's apartment and tells Roger about overhearing Faith and Mary's conversation.  Roger comforts Delia, and then shares a long kiss with her.  Delia decides that she has to convince Mary that she's having a nervous breakdown, and Roger agrees.  Jack asks Seneca for a statement about the board's refusal to meet the association's demands.  Jack states that his opinion on Riverside's policy is that rules come first and people come second.  Seneca asks Jack to be clear in his article and that Seneca disagrees with that statement.  After Seneca is called away, Tom asks Jack to not focus his story on Pat.  Meanwhile, Mary is feeding Ryan when Delia arrives.  When Mary steps away to get a washcloth, Delia moves to Ryan's side and begins talking to her as if she is her own baby.  Fulfilling Delia's plan, Mary listens in as Delia continues to fantasize with Ryan.  Mary is clearly thrown by Delia's behavior and calls Pat as soon as Delia leaves.

Episode 568 September 8, 1977

Pat arrives at Maeve and Johnny's to meet Delia, and Mary explains that she already left.  Mary confides to Pat that she really is concerned about Delia's mental health.  At the hospital, Jill meets with Seneca in his office.  The conversation turns to Edmund, and Seneca suggests that he would like to get him a dog.  Later, Mary visits Jack at his apartment and tries to convince him not to do a story focusing on Pat.  Jack agrees that he cares about Pat, and tells Mary that he will figure out another angle.  As Mary prepares to leave, Jack tells her that there is something he has been meaning to say to her.  Jack apologizes to Mary for the things he said to her in front of Tom.  He admits that it bugs him to see Mary getting closer to Tom.  When Mary replies that it is none of Jack's business, he stresses that he's sorry.  He suggests that it will be easier if they keep their distance between them.  Jack watches wistfully as Mary leaves.

Episode 569 September 9, 1977

Seneca arrives at Jill's apartment with a dog named Rover.  Jill is furious when she realizes that Seneca plans on giving the dog to Edmund, expecting her to take care of him.  Meanwhile, Mary talks to Tom about her latest interaction with Jack.  Afterwards, when Mary prepares to leave, Tom asks her to stay.  At the Ryans, Johnny walks in to find Maeve playing with Little John and Ryan.  Jill and Seneca argue further about Rover, until finally Seneca angrily leaves.  Tom convinces Mary to stay awhile at his apartment.  Mary questions him about why he doesn't have any friends, and Tom changes the subject by kissing her.  Mary assures Tom that she likes him, but doesn't know that kissing him is a good idea.  As they continue to talk, Mary confides that Jack was her first love.  They fantasize about being alone together forever, but Mary lets thoughts of Jack interfere with her daydreaming.

Episode 570 September 12, 1977

Tom states his case with Mary and tries to get her to see why they would be good together.  When she explains that the timing is wrong, Tom hopes that something will happen to change that.  Faith and Roger share a happy brother-sister chat as Roger tells her exactly what men see in Delia.  Mary confides in Maeve about her visit with Jack and about her growing feelings for Tom.  Maeve warns her that the worst time to get into a relationship is on the rebound.  Jill tells Faith about Seneca and the dog.  Mary calls Tom and becomes unsettled when she notices that he is again avoiding her questions.

Episode 571 September 13, 1977

Jill accepts a dinner invitation with Dr. George Hoyle.  Faith convinces Angel that although things don't seem to be going well, the staff is very proud of him.  Later, Pat and Faith have a nice moment together helping Angel to get over his depression.  Delia spots Pat coming out of Angel's room with Faith, and sets a plan into motion.  At dinner, George gets to know more about Jill and likes what he is learning.  When Delia does not act her normal way with her, Faith becomes concerned.  When at Jill's apartment, Dr. Hoyle presumes Jill to be easy prey.

Episode 572 September 14, 1977

Delia acts out more phony symptoms and delays Pat's departure for the hospital so that he cannot see the psychologist with Faith.  Jill tells Faith about her dinner date with George.  Faith encourages her to try again.  Bucky covers for Pat, who is late for his shift, and incurs Roger's wrath.  While waiting to show Frank his latest column, Jack tells Bob the details of what is happening with the hospital administration.  When Bob tells Jack that he was a fool to let Mary go, Jack leaves his column with him and rushes off.

Episode 573 September 15, 1977

Jack paces his apartment waiting for the Ryans or Mary to give him recognition for his column.  Tom goes to campaign headquarters with Jack's column and brings it to everyone's attention.  While eating alone, Jill meets an old colleague who turns out to be an admirer as well.  Frank calls Jack to thank him for paying Frank an honor with a superb column.  In hopes of seeing Mary, Jack invites himself uptown.  Mary, choosing to be gone when he arrives, leaves to have dinner with Tom.  At dinner, Jill discovers that Charlie is as unenlightened as her previous date and she finds herself fighting off his advances.  A disappointed Jack discovers that he missed Mary and later becomes infuriated when Johnny happily informs him that she is off with Tom.

Episode 574 September 16, 1977

Frank's election night seems headed for great success.  Maeve is unhappy when she finds out that Johnny told Jack about Mary's date with Tom Desmond.  Meanwhile, Tom and Mary are enjoying each other's company.  Seneca arrives at Jill's apartment and finds that she is out.  Jill continues to fight Charlie off.  Seneca plays bridge with Miriam.  When Jill comes home, she accepts Seneca's peace offering and tells him that after having dinner with a man like Charlie she is able to forgive anything.  Frank receives a call from Rae Woodard, the wife of a prominent politician, and rushes off in the wee hours of the morning to meet with her.

Episode 575 September 19, 1977

Frank finds a wounded but demanding Rae Woodard in the Emergency Room waiting on test results for her husband and promises to give in to her demands.  Maeve is distressed when she finds that Johnny has put up the punching bag again.  Johnny admits to her that while the column was a nice gesture, he is glad that Mary is no longer with Jack.  Frank helps Rae to fight off the reporters, but as she begins to help him, she faints.  Maeve is afraid that Jack may be looking for reconciliation just as Mary is moving in the other direction.  Johnny remembers a time when he could solve Mary's problems for her.  Rae is examined and it is determined that she is suffering from several broken ribs.  She asks Frank to wait for her as she is examined.

Episode 576 September 20, 1977

Rae is angry because she has not been allowed to see her husband.  When the doctor arrives to give her an update on William's condition, she finds out that he is in neurology.  Pat and Delia share a loving wake-up together.  She is so delighted with his attitude that she forgets to be fragile and comes close to blowing her cover.  When Clem does not meet Rae's demands, she insists on seeing the head of the department.  In an effort to assist, Frank calls Jill's apartment in the middle of the night looking for Seneca and provokes Jill with his insinuation of Seneca. When Pat prepares to leave for work, Delia becomes upset and blames Faith.

Episode 577 September 21, 1977

Inadvertently, Tom reveals more about himself and his prowess as a boxer to Mary and Johnny.  Later, when Tom and Mary learn about the injury to William Price Woodard, Frank leads Mary away from the story because of his promise to Rae Woodard.  While reviewing Woodard's X-rays, Seneca tells Roger and Clem that there is trouble.  They agree that the best course of treatment will be intensive care and freedom from emotional demands, although they know that his wife is not going to allow that.  Later, when they give Rae the diagnosis they realize they are dealing with a very determined lady.  In Tom's apartment, Mary discovers that Tom Desmond is really Tom O'Brien.

Episode 578 September 22, 1977

Troubled by incidents with Delia, Pat arrives for his meeting with Faith and Dr. Fowler.  Rae realizes that her husband's condition is more serious than she expected.  Tom admits to Mary that his real name is Tom O'Brien and begs her to not tell anyone.  Dr. Fowler explains the basic principles of Biofeedback to Pat and Faith, who are excited by what this could mean for Angel.  Rae explores the alternatives that she and her husband faces.  Later, she confers with Roger and comes to a conclusion as to which method of treatment she is going to take.

Episode 579 September 23, 1977

Jack visits Ryan again and takes her a toy.  Delia goes to Maeve in an effort to deal with her jealousy of Faith and realizes that the best way to handle it is in her own way.  Later, she has a fantasy about Pat responding to her and gets an idea.  While talking to Miriam, Maeve realizes that Jack has been visiting Ryan in the park.  Delia shows up in neurology with a suitcase and convinces Bucky that she is unstable when she tells him that she is going to visit her mother, who happens to be dead.  Later, when he tells Pat where she has gone they both are stunned.

Episode 580 September 26, 1977

Bucky stops a frantic Pat from leaving work without permission to go and find Delia, so they call Bob instead.  Seneca seeks Jill's legal advice on how to deal with Rae and finds out that keeping her out of her husband's room is well within his rights.  Rae's assistant arrives with the merger papers and she insists that William must sign them.  When he does, she continues to press him to regain conscious.  The tension between she and Jill rises.  After listening to Bucky and Pat, Bob agrees to go and find Delia.  A one-on-one chat between Jill and Rae turns into an emotional confrontation, when the two women fail to see eye to eye.

Episode 581 September 27, 1977

Bob's failed search for Delia leads him to the only place that makes sense, the cemetery.  Jack visits the hospital in hopes of getting the story on the Woodard's and is stonewalled by Tom.  Later, Tom visits Mary and stresses the importance of her keeping his secret and tells her that if she cannot, then he will have to leave town.  Mary agrees, although she is concerned.  Later, Mary asks her mother to stop her inquiries into Tom's past, which she agrees to do.  Delia waits at the cemetery for Pat to show up and becomes upset when she realizes that Bob has shown up instead.  Later, she tells him that she feels abandoned by Pat and his job; she refuses when he asks to take her home.

Episode 582 September 28, 1977

Bob convinces Delia to let him take her home.  A sneaky Jack tries to read William's chart.  Later, Frank protects Rae from Jack, who unable to get what he wants, goes home.  Johnny and Bob put pressure on Pat to spend more time with Delia since it is clear that she wants to be with him.  Frank understands Rae's feelings for Drew.  Rae makes a decision about her husband's surgery, but decides to discuss it with Seneca tomorrow.  Delia explains to Pat why he is all that she will ever need.

Episode 583 September 29, 1977

Rae meets with stiff resistance when she tells Seneca that she wants her husband to have the operation, regardless of the danger.  Pat insists that Delia see a psychiatrist and makes her an appointment when he gets to work.  Alicia infuriates Rae, who is clearly under considerable stress.  Delia apologizes to Roger for her last encounter and asks him for advice.  Rae tells Roger that she has decided on the surgery for her husband, regardless of the cost.  Later, Roger goes to Seneca on Rae's behalf to see if there was anything he can for them.

Episode 584 September 30, 1977

A very concerned Tom goes to Mary again about his secret.  Bob seeks Maeve's advice about Delia.  Jack spends time with Ryan under Miriam's watchful eye.  Tom suggests to Mary that they both go their separate ways before things become too complicated.  Roger tells Seneca that Rae is serious about the surgery.  She will move William to Riverside Hospital and asks his permission to perform the surgery there.  Mary tells Tom that she does not want to lose him; Tom kisses her.  Maeve and Miriam come up with a plan involving Jack and Ryan.

October 1977 Daily Recaps

Episode 585 October 3, 1977

At the hospital, Seneca finally agrees to approve surgery for Bill Woodard.  He does not respond to Rae and Roger's opinions, but agrees that it would be better to do surgery at Riverside than to risk moving Mr. Woodard for surgery elsewhere.  Meanwhile, Frank runs into Faith at the hospital, and their conversation turns to Delia.  They both agree that Pat must deal with the situation on his own.  Later, Seneca explains the details of the Woodard case to Jill, and she advises him to get a release signed by Rae before surgery begins.  However, before she leaves, Seneca tells Jill how much she means to him.  Roger arrives at Delia's to celebrate his fortunate prospect of performing surgery on Bill Woodard.  Delia confides to Roger that she is worried about her appointment with a psychiatrist, and Roger gives her tips on how to handle him.  As they get closer physically, Delia becomes nervous and backs off.  Back at the hospital, Frank and Rae get to know each other better.  They quickly find that they share the same passion for politics.

Episode 586 October 4, 1977

Mary and Jack each receive letters notifying them that the annulment has been granted.  At the Ryans, Johnny imagines Tom and Jack boxing one another: Tom beats Jack badly and the fantasy turns to Johnny replacing Tom in the ring and finishing Jack off.  Mary enters the kitchen to find Johnny smiling, as he comments that he was simply trying to fix his mind on pleasant thoughts.  At her psychiatrist's office, Delia uses the information that Roger gave her to fool Dr. Pagano.  Meanwhile, Mary visits Tom in hopes of lifting her mood.  Tom is able to cheer her up as they read through his book on "Love Potions, Charms and Philters."  He follows one of the instructions in the book and throws an apple peel over his shoulder.  He convinces Mary that it formed the letter "M" indicating that she could be his lover; he kisses her.  She informs him that she received her letter from the chancery earlier that morning and announces that she's ready to leave Jack behind.  Later when Tom catches her alone, he sees that she's taking it harder than she cares to admit.

Episode 587 October 5, 1977

When Miriam arrives to pick up Ryan, Maeve decides to put a plan into action.  Miriam begins to refuse, but Maeve finally convinces her.  Meanwhile, Frank finds out from Rae that Bill is on his way to surgery.  Frank learns much more about Rae's background as he keeps her company.  As the two laugh together, there is a knock at the door and Jill enters with papers in hand.  At the park, Miriam manages to convince Jack that she doesn't care for Ryan very much, and that Ryan might be in better hands.  Afterward, as Miriam leaves the park with the baby, Jack looks very concerned.  Jill explains to Rae that she has a statement regarding Bill's physical condition, which Seneca has signed.  When Jill asks Rae to sign it, Rae turns to Frank and asks him to read it over.  Frank finds no objections, and Rae finally signs the document.  At the Gennaro Social Club, Jack quickly describes the scene in the park to Jumbo.  As he expresses his concern, he realizes that now Jumbo knows how often he has seen Ryan.  Meanwhile, Miriam relays to Maeve that their plan is successful so far.  Maeve replies that the next step is to hope that Jack gets in touch with Mary.

Episode 588 October 6, 1977

Pat meets with Dr. Pagano and inquires about his appointment with Delia.  Dr. Pagano is unable to give any details to Pat, but he offers that Delia's symptoms indicate that she is on the verge of an emotional collapse.  He recommends that Pat do everything he can to reassure Delia that she is not alone and that she is loved.  In the operating room, Bill Woodard goes into cardiac arrest as Roger operates.  Meanwhile, Alicia reassures Rae that Roger Coleridge is an excellent surgeon.  Delia runs into Bucky at the hospital, and acts very demure as she inquires about Pat.  Bucky is struck by Delia's change in attitude and suggests to Pat that he take her home immediately.  Bill pulls through the heart attack, but Roger is sure that he will be left with a seriously damaged heart.  Rae confides to Alicia that she feels responsible for her husband's condition.  She worries aloud that she was too ambitious for her husband's good.  Pat pays special attention to Delia, and she relishes it.  He assures her how much he loves her.  Meanwhile, an orderly delivers a lab report for Pat.  Faith intercepts the report and signs Pat's name, not wanting to call attention to the fact that he left early.

Episode 589 October 7, 1977

At the hospital, Rae shares her apprehension and fear with Frank who is calm and reassuring.  As they talk, Roger arrives and grimly tells Rae that Bill came through surgery, but that it didn't go the way Roger had hoped.  He explains that Bill suffered a heart attack while on the operating table and that the extent of the damage is still not known.  As he goes on about Bill and how he will require months of complete bed rest, Rae explodes.  She tells Roger that her husband cannot be an invalid; he would rather be dead.  Meanwhile, Jack visits Sister Mary Joel and expresses his concerns about Miriam's attitude towards Ryan.  Sister Mary Joel refuses to get involved.  After Jack leaves, Sister Mary Joel makes a phone call and asks for Maeve.  As Roger checks the charts that piled up while he was in surgery, he discovers that someone forged Pat's signature on a chart.  He immediately suspects Bucky, but Bucky denies it.  Rae tries to cope with the idea that none of her hopes for Bill will ever be realized.  Frank tries his best to comfort her, agreeing to keep her company.

Episode 590 October 10, 1977

Roger summons Pat to the hospital.  Roger demands an explanation from Pat for leaving early, and Pat explains that he had to deal with a personal situation.  Bucky again denies that he forged Pat's name.  Roger tells Pat that he plans to report the incident to Seneca and ask that it be sent to the Board.  Later, Roger insists to Seneca that the written complaint regarding Pat be sent through the proper channels.  Seneca tries to refuse, but when Roger threatens to go over Seneca's head, he finally agrees.  Mary confides to Faith that if she had met Tom before Jack, she would probably be in love with Tom.  Later, Mary accepts an invitation from Tom to meet early the next morning to visit the flower district and then have breakfast.  Meanwhile, Faith interrupts a heated argument between Roger and Seneca to explain that she is the one that forged Pat's signature.  As they all realize it's too late to recall Seneca's memo, Bucky asks Roger how it feels to report his own sister to the medical board.

Episode 591 October 11, 1977

At the hospital, Roger informs Faith that he broke into Marshall Westheimer's office to no avail.  He was unable to find Seneca's memo of the complaint.  When Faith questions why Roger pushed to have the memo written, Bucky points out that Roger only did it in an attempt to get Bucky in trouble.  Rae visits Bill as he wakes up from surgery.  As she assures him that everything is okay, he asks her if he had a heart attack.  When Rae confirms that he did, she also tells him that he'll have to let the campaign go.  He apologizes for letting her down, and suggests that she should run in his place.  Meanwhile, Mary and Tom return from their morning trip laden with flowers.  Tom then proposes a romantic trip to Williamsburg.  Mary says she wishes she could say yes.  Back at the hospital, Roger denies Bucky's accusation that he was trying to get Bucky in trouble.  Faith pushes to find out what Bucky meant about "blackmail," but Roger plays innocent.  Roger is clearly upset at the thought of Faith's impending trouble.  Meanwhile, Rae decides to call a press conference.  She agrees to Frank's request that she give his friend, Jack Finelli, a few moments alone before the general press conference.

Episode 592 October 12, 1977

Pat continues to take care of Delia as she wakes up.  Things are going well until Seneca arrives to talk to them about Pat's most recent incident at the hospital.  Meanwhile, Roger stops by to offer sympathy to Rae.  He tells her that he feels like he let her down.  Rae insists that the decision was hers alone and that she accepts full responsibility.  At Pat and Delia's, Seneca tries to help them, but inadvertently inflames the situation.  After Seneca leaves, Delia decides that the entire situation is Faith's fault.  She waits until Pat leaves for work and then calls Roger, telling him she's on her way over.  At the hospital, Rae's friend Polly arrives to help her.  As they discuss Bill's condition, Polly mentions that "he" called and that he's desperate to see Rae.  Rae insists that Polly should never mention him again.  Polly assures Rae she has a hunch that she will come through this with flying colors.  Meanwhile, Delia confronts Roger for writing the complaint that got Pat into trouble.  Roger has finally had it with Delia, and shows her out the door.

Episode 593 October 13, 1977

Jack's apprehension about Miriam's treatment of Ryan is building.  As he complains about the situation to Jumbo, Frank calls to tell him that Rae will see him privately before the press conference.  Meanwhile, Tom calls Mary to tell her about the press conference and suggests that she get there early.  Frank sees Faith on her way to Angel's room.  Tom tells Faith that if there is anything that he can do for her or Pat, to let him know.  Rae thanks Alicia for everything she has done to help.  When Jack arrives, Rae is professional and charming.  As they proceed with the interview, Mary arrives and is told to wait outside while Mrs. Woodard meets with another reporter.  Frank enters as Jack and Rae are concluding their interview.  After Jack leaves, Rae and Frank fall into a friendly conversation, clearly at ease with one another.  While they talk, Rae asks Frank if he would like to go out for lunch after the press conference.  Frank turns her down because of an appointment.  Mary is waiting when Jack comes around the corner from Rae's room.  Mary tells Jack that she doesn't want to argue in public, so he asks if they can talk tomorrow.  Mary defiantly tells Jack that she won't be home and that she's going away for the weekend with a friend.

Episode 594 October 14, 1977

After Jack leaves, Tom assures Mary that she can back out of the weekend if she wants to.  Mary agrees to go forward with the weekend plans, but makes clear that it doesn't mean they are going to sleep together.  Delia arrives to meet Pat, but he is running late.  As she waits, she makes a comment about Pat and Faith to Clem.  He assures her that there is absolutely nothing going on between them, and that she's driving herself crazy for no reason.  When Clem goes to take a phone call, Delia has a brief interaction with Roger that leaves her a little upset.  Later, Roger is able to cheer up Rae by inviting her to dinner.  At the Ryans, Maeve reassures Sister Mary Joel about Miriam, explaining her plan.  The two women delight in the idea that Jack might have to approach Mary about the situation.  Meanwhile, Mary tells Johnny about her argument with Jack.  She tells Johnny that she is going away for the weekend with Tom.  After Sister Mary Joel leaves, Mary tells Maeve about her weekend plans.  Mary assures both Maeve and Johnny that she and Tom are only going as friends.  Maeve looks concerned, but agrees to take care of Ryan.

Episode 595 October 17, 1977

Delia puts on a show for Clem and convinces him that she is emotionally unstable.  Pat thanks Faith for trying to help him, although he wishes it didn't get her in trouble.  For Mary's sake, Johnny wants she and Tom to get together.  Maeve has a mother-daughter conversation with Mary, telling her that she should not leave town with Tom.  Joe confronts Jack on his treatment of Mary and tells him that he needs to deal with his feelings for Ryan.  Pat and Faith try to make light of their current situation, which is overheard by a disturbed Delia.  Mary admits to Maeve that Jack's comments about her care of Ryan are what prompted her to go away with Tom.  Sister Mary Joel tells Jack that if he is honest with himself he will call Mary and tell her how much he loves her.  Delia goes into hysterics at the Ryans, accusing Pat and Faith of having an affair.  Later, Pat is convinced that something needs to be done about Delia and soon.

Episode 596 October 18, 1977

Pretending to be crazed, Delia confronts Pat about kissing Faith.  An emotional confrontation between Jill and Roger leaves Roger shaken.  Pat and Bob take Delia to the hospital.  Faith denies Delia's accusations to Maeve and Johnny.  Rae is amused by Roger.  Delia's hospitalization causes Pat to become emotional.

Episode 597 October 19, 1977

Mary and Tom review the conditions under which they are traveling together. Alicia is distressed to hear about Delia and tries to offer solace to Bob.  A drunken Jack phones Maeve for Mary's phone number.  Johnny sees that he doesn't get it.  Maeve and Johnny disagree about love.  Tom doesn't make a pass at Mary, which piques her interest, as he had hoped.

Episode 598 October 20, 1977

Jill delivers news to Faith that letters of reprimand are being placed in her record, as well as Pat's.  Faith blames it all on Delia.  Pat arrives in the psyche ward to visit a worried Delia who realizes that she has overplayed her hand.  Later, Roger visits Delia who begs him to help her.  Faith lies to Frank and tells him that the Board has not made a decision.  Jill sees a warm greeting between Rae and Frank.  Later, Bill gives Frank a nod of approval and tells Rae that he would like to help him.  Jill deplores the hospital's position on Pat and Faith; Seneca explains why he can't do much.  Regretfully, Roger tells Delia to be quiet and patient so she can go home soon.  Faith consoles a grief-ridden Pat over Delia's situation.

Episode 599 October 21, 1977

Mary and Tom talk about the wonderful day they've had.  Bucky is prepared for a strike and explains the reasons to Faith and the Ryans.  Pat arrives after a very bad day.  Tom realizes Mary's hesitation about making love and is determined to not pressure her.  Mary declares her love and friendship for Tom and asks him to make love to her.  He tells her that she is not ready for that type of commitment yet.  Pat reaffirms his intention to stay with Delia and do what he can to make her well.  Mary comes to a decision about her relationship with Tom and goes to his rh room.

Episode 600 October 24, 1977

Mary apologizes to Tom for her indecision and tries to explain.  Later, Mary admits to Tom that she wants him to make love to her.  Jack goes to Maeve to complain about Tom and spends time with Ryan.  Later, Jack storms out when Maeve urges him to see Mary before it's too late.  As Tom and Mary begin to make love, Mary stops him and tells him that she can't do it.  Alicia encourages Angel in his therapy.  Later, Alicia talks to Faith about Delia's nervous breakdown.  Mary cries on Tom's shoulder and tells him that she can't get away from Jack; Tom comforts her.  Unknown to Maeve, Jack watches her and Ryan through the bar window.  When Mary falls asleep, Tom covers her with a blanket and goes to sleep on the sofa.

Episode 601 October 25, 1977

A worried Pat prepares to visit Delia.  As Pat cares for a "sick" Delia, Faith realizes Pat is more hooked over Delia than ever before.  Clem asks Faith to help him with the hospital dispute.  Maeve takes the news about Mary's out of town trip surprisingly well, and suggests that Mary call Jack; Mary refuses.  Delia becomes furious when she overhears Pat agreeing to go to a strike meeting with Faith.

Episode 602 October 26, 1977

Delia has a tantrum as she fails at her attempt to confront Pat and Faith.  To Tom's regret, he finds that Maeve agrees with his assessment that Mary is still in love with Jack.  Members of the House Association rally behind Clem and vote to strike.  Tom and Maeve reach an understanding with Maeve agreeing to stay quiet about Tom's past.  A tired and weary Pat goes to look after Delia.

Episode 603 October 27, 1977

Frank finds Pat sleeping in the staff lounge where he learns more about Delia and the strike situation, which has heated up.  Clem presents an ultimatum to Marshall and demands a response within twenty-four hours or else the doctors will strike.  Tom sees Clem in an effort to protect the hospital.  Later, he finds an accomplice in Faith.  They set a plan in motion.  Rae explores a personal relationship with Frank and is gently evaded by him.  Later, Rae persuades Bill to support Frank for City Council; she is clearly interested in Frank's future.

Episode 604 October 28, 1977

Faith and Tom arrive to explore Ryan's storage room.  Jill and Seneca try to remain friends, but their busy schedules are keeping them apart.  Seneca and Bucky have an emotional confrontation about Jill and implications of the strike.  Bucky tells Seneca that he no longer believes in him.  Rae and Bill struggle with their personal situation.  Intimacy grows between Faith and Tom.  Bill confronts Rae about her life without him and tells her he doesn't think he can handle it if she ends up with someone else.  The discussion ends when Bill suddenly has a bad reaction to his medication and becomes seriously ill.

Episode 605 October 31, 1977

Bill has an allergic reaction to his medication, which sends Rae screaming for help.  Roger orders Alicia to perform mouth to mouth.  Unable to see Delia for herself, Maeve gets the latest report on Delia from Bob.  Later, Tom tells Maeve of the plans concerning Mary and Jack and not only gains Maeve's approval - but also her respect.  When he leaves, Johnny wants to know what they were talking about.  Roger gets full credit for pulling Bill through and taking advantage of Rae's vulnerability asks Rae out for a drink.  Johnny becomes livid at Maeve's suggestion of a Mary/Jack reconciliation.  Furious, Maeve promises to never mention Jack's name again and purposely leaves Johnny out of the plans.  Roger learns a great deal about Rae and Bill's relationship and the two develop a mutual understanding of one another.

November 1977 Daily Recaps

Episode 606 November 1, 1977

Maeve explains the plans in detail to Frank and gets his approval and cooperation.  Later, Frank calls Jack and gets him to agree to meet him at the bar at 9:15 - setting the plan into motion.  When Mary has second doubts about meeting Tom, Maeve convinces her that all will be well and that she should meet him at the bar at 9:00 as planned.  Alicia and Bob visit Delia, who nearly gives herself away when she talks about her miscarriage leaving Alicia to question what Delia is really capable of.  When Frank wins the preliminaries, Bill agrees with Rae that Frank has a fine future ahead of him and insists that they help him in his race for Congress.  Under the guise of doing something especially nice for Frank, Maeve sends Mary to the storeroom on an errand to find a box of whiskey - that she has hidden so well that Mary will never find.

Episode 607 November 2, 1977

While waiting for Frank to arrive, Jack offers to help Maeve and takes a stack of boxes to the storeroom.  Later, she locks him and Mary in moments before Frank, Tom and an unsuspecting Johnny arrive in the bar.  When Mary figures out what has happened and that they have been set up she pounds the door in rage leaving Jack to wonder just what is going on.  Kevin gives Frank and Tom a thumbs up sign to announce that the plans are moving along as planned. An exuberant and unknowing Johnny plans a party to celebrate Frank's victory.  Mary and Jack have an immediate fight over her interfering family and refusing to speak to one another sit on opposing sides of the room.  Seneca receives word on the hospital administrations next move and pleads with Pat and Clem to avoid a strike - but to no avail.

Episode 608 November 3, 1977

An anxious and frantic Jack searches for a way out and begins to beat the water pipes in hopes of making enough noise for Johnny to hear him.  Later, Johnny begins to search to find out just where the noise is coming from.  Fearing that he will let them out, Maeve tells Johnny everything and breathes a sigh of relief when he agrees to leave them alone to work out a solution for themselves.  Jack gives up on the pipes and decides to take a piece out of Mary and they two have a new fight when Jack accuses her of sleeping with Tom.  Frank calms an irrational Johnny and convinces him that Mary has to work this out with Jack on her own.  Later, Jill makes an appeal to Frank to use his influence to try and stop the strike and protests when he asks her to join their side.  Later, Jill is shaken when Frank mentions how good it is that they are able to have a discussion without fighting.  Tom sets out to convince Johnny that Mary and Jack deserve the opportunity to work out their differences.  Mary leaves Jack speechless when during a quiet moment she tells him that she and Tom have never been lovers.

Episode 609 November 4, 1977

When Jack continues to criticize Tom, Mary tells him that she is sorry that they did not make love because it was nice to be wanted by someone for a change.  When Johnny is caught in the stairwell trying to eavesdrop on Mary and Jack, he tells Maeve that he is going to bed but instead goes downstairs so that he can listen in better.  Bill becomes depressed, while listening to an account of Frank's election from Rae, when he notices just how much Rae is into Frank.  Later, Frank is interrupted from his conversation with Jill when Rae calls and asks him to come to the hospital to meet with her and Bill.  Jack and Mary voice their feelings of not being wanted by the other leaving a gloating Johnny to report to Maeve that her side isn't doing too well.  Frank is pleased when he finds that Rae and Bill are taking a practical interest in his political career.  When he leaves, Bill tells Rae that he is not sure that he likes the idea of her paying that much attention to Frank.  Maeve becomes worried when Johnny tells her that her plan may end up with Mary and Jack never speaking to one another again.  Jack ties his hand when he mentions Miriam to Mary.

Episode 610 November 7, 1977

Jack is forced to admit the truth when Mary realizes that he has been seeing Ryan.  Johnny and Maeve reconcile their differences over Mary and Jack.  Mary asks Jack if he would like for her to make arrangements for him to spend time with Ryan on a regular basis.  Roger finds an exhausted Pat studying in the staff lounge and insists that he go and take a two-hour nap.  Later, Roger tells Delia that she has what she wanted and demands that she ease up on her demands on Pat.  When she asks him yet again to help her get out of the hospital he tells her that the only way to do that now is to tell Dr. Pagano the truth.  Fearing that Johnny is right, Maeve eavesdrops on Mary and Jack and is delighted when she overhears Jack asking Mary to tell him as much about Ryan as possible.  Later, she reports to Johnny that her side is making some progress.

Episode 611 November 8, 1977

Alicia visits Delia and questions if she is really sick.  She tells her to stop pretending for everyone's sake.  Later, when Dr. Pagano visits, Delia tells him that she has a terrible confession to make.  Having talked about Ryan all night, Mary and Jack have grown closer.  In a moment of courage, Jack asks Mary if she feels bad about what has happened and to his horror finds that she has fallen asleep.  Assured that she will have doctor/patient confidentiality, Delia confesses to Dr. Pagano that she has been faking and asks to be released from the hospital.  He tells her he will have to give it some thought and leaves Delia in a fit of rage.  Alicia shares her concerns over Delia with Angel and is overheard by Roger, who knows all about "Mrs. Brown's" troubles.

Episode 612 November 9, 1977

Rae is appalled when she learns from Pat that the hospital strike has been called for midnight tonight.  Father McShane pays a visit to Delia and is horrified when he learns what she has done.  Tom tells Faith about the progress between Mary and Jack; Faith realizes the depths of Tom's feelings for Mary and impulsively offers to have lunch with him.  When Rae continues to over react to the strike situation, Seneca suggests that she find an additional outlet for her worries so as to not strain Bill any further.  Bound by doctor-patient confidentiality, Dr. Pagano tells Pat that he may have to release Delia, due to the strike.  Father McShane reprimands Delia and tells her it is time that she thinks of someone else besides herself.  Later, joyful from the news that she is to be released, Delia is further ecstatic when Pat tells her he is going to live up to his promise and look after her. This statement worries both Father McShane and Dr. Pagano.

Episode 613 November 10, 1977

Jumbo calls Ryan's Bar, worried about Jack and is filled in on the details of his whereabouts with Mary.  Mary and Jack awaken and have breakfast where he gets the courage to ask her, yet again, if she feels annulled.  When she admits that she does not, Jack tells her that if he has a choice he would like to have her and Ryan back.  Faith overhears Tom's refusal to be the hospital spokesperson for the strike and is puzzled.  Delia shares her good news with Roger who is unsure just what she has gained from the whole routine.  Later, Delia is appalled when Roger continues to feel sorry for Pat; she asks Roger if he still likes her.  He tells her that for the sake of his own mental health, he needs time alone.  Jumbo tells Maeve that she is doing the best thing for Mary and Jack.  In spite of the mystery surrounding Tom's life, he and Faith grow closer.  Jack asks Mary if they could try again.

Episode 614 November 11, 1977

Mary tells Jack that although it took a long time, she is finally convinced that Jack does not want to be a husband or father.  Jack tells her that not only does he want her, but that he wants them to accept him.  He pleads with her to give him another chance.  After listening to Royal's background report on Frank, Rae pushes Frank to Bill as a politician whom he should take interest in and assures him that her relationship is strictly professional.  Later, Bill offers his assistance to Frank in his race for Congress.  Jack and Mary work their way through their situation and are overcome with the love they still feel for one another; they agree to try again.  Rae confesses some of her problems to Roger and accepts an invitation to a private, informal date at his apartment.

Episode 615 November 14, 1977

Mary and Jack openly confess their love to one another.  Jack gives his blessing to the person who designed the scheme to lock them up together.  Over drinks, Rae explains her relationship with Bill to Roger and vows that she will never do anything to hurt him.  Just as Johnny is about to speak to Rae, smoke emerges from the basement; Johnny yells that Fenelli is trying to burn down the building.  Roger and Rae reach an understanding about their future relationship when he explains that he is not looking for a permanent commitment.  Assured that he will use the utmost discretion, Rae decides to have an affair with him.  Johnny barges into the storeroom and is disgusted when he finds Mary and Jack embracing.  Maeve and Jumbo are ecstatic when Jack announces that they are going to try again.  Later, Maeve asks Johnny to be cordial to Jack.  Mary takes Jack to see his daughter.

Episode 616 November 15, 1977

Mary and Jack enjoy Ryan's company together as a family for the first time.  Maeve tries desperately to reason with Johnny about Mary and Jack.  She walks out on Johnny when he calls her a hypocrite and accuses her of setting Mary up.  Later, Johnny tells Jack that he wants to talk with him.  Roger understands Rae's loneliness and offers to help her.  Clem and Pat arrive to see Seneca in hopes of ending the strike, but to no avail.  Later, Clem sends Pat to pick up Delia and take her home; she urges him to get some sleep so that he is on the picket line at 8 AM.  Johnny expresses his disapproval to Jack and tells him that he fears that Jack will hurt Mary again.  Mary overhears and tells Johnny that she wants her husband back.  Shaken by her words, Johnny reconsiders the situation and decides to make amends with Jack.

Episode 617 November 16, 1977

When Pat arrives at Delia's hospital room to take her home, Delia promises that that she will try to be the best wife that she can.  Later, a very tired Pat gives in to Delia's demand to visit the Ryans, but warns her that they are not going to stay long.  Roger and Rae share champagne in bed and learn more about each other.  Faith learns from Maeve the good news about Mary and Jack.  Bill tells Rae that he wants to back Frank, but thinks that running for Congress might be setting his sights too low.  He feels if they put forth the effort, they may as well run for Senator.  Welcomed home by the Ryans, Delia makes a pathetic showing by asking Faith to leave Pat alone.

Episode 618 November 17, 1977

After making love, Delia insists that Pat, who is exhausted, take her to dinner.  Pat gives in, but makes Delia promise they won't stay out late.  Mary thanks Frank for helping her and Jack get back together again; he tells her that it is Tom and Faith that she should thank.  Feeling free from the confines of the hospital, Delia convinces Pat to take her to the movies.  Jack gives Ryan a tour of her new home while Mary observes.  Later, Jack tells Mary that his apartment meant nothing to him when she left; he promises to share it with her this time.  Home from the movies, Delia still refuses to allow Pat to sleep when she talks about the movie, and later convinces him to make love to her.

Episode 619 November 18, 1977

An exhausted Pat barely manages to get started for the day ahead.  Bill overcomes his jealousy and decides to have Frank deliver a speech in Albany on his behalf.  A sleep deprived Pat goes to strike headquarters as Frank arrives to tell them of the Board's refusal to negotiate.  Bill shares his ideas with Frank and the news about Albany; Frank is excited about the prospects that lay before him.  While the two talk, Rae accepts a phone call from Roger and assures him that they will definitely meet again.  Clem tells Pat to splash some water on his face so that he looks sharp for the reporters.  When he leaves, Pat goes to neurology and takes a pill from a bottle to overcome his exhaustion.  Roger enters and is puzzled that Pat is not at the strike.  Pat is forced to hide the bottle in his pocket and leaves.

Episode 620 November 21, 1977

Mary and Tom share a bittersweet moment together as Mary thanks him for his part in helping her get back together with Jack.  Delia takes a gift to Alicia in hopes of mending their relationship.  Alicia tells Delia that she does not want to cause any more trouble.  Jack learns the truth about Miriam, but instead of being angry with Maeve for yet another trick that she has played on him, he is relieved for Ryan's sake.  Mary and Jack arrive to see Father McShane who is overjoyed that the two are getting back together again.  After receiving assurance from Jack that he knows the consequences of the original divorce, he agrees to marry them again.

Episode 621 November 22, 1977

Full of energy from the pill that he took, Pat works well during the strike, which does not go unnoticed from the group.  Delia arrives at strike headquarters with food and coffee and finds Pat with his arm around Faith.  Mary and Maeve are happy with Father McShane's reaction for she and Jack.  Later, as the two make plans for the re-marriage and mass at the Ryan home, Mary tells Maeve that Jack admitted he loves Maeve.  Frank arrives at strike headquarters and requests Pat and Faith's presence at the negotiating session that is to take place in the evening.  In a fit of jealousy, Delia lies to Pat and gives him details of a non-existent dinner party that she has planned.  She hopes to prevent Pat and Faith from attending the session together.  Later, Delia goes to the Ryans to invite them to the dinner party and is ecstatic when Mary and Maeve agree to come.  Frank tells Mary and Bob of the invitation that he has received from Bill Woodard.  Later, Mary and Bob realize that Frank is a little too impressed with Rae Woodard.  When Pat arrives home to change clothes, Delia succeeds in keeping him from spending the evening with Faith.

Episode 622 November 23, 1977

As the Ryans prepare to go to Delia's for the evening, Pat calls and tells them that Delia is not feeling well and that the dinner party is off.  Later, when Mary asks Jack what he would like to do for the evening, Jack smiles at Johnny and says that he would like to stay there.  Tom arrives and stays to help Maeve deal with Johnny and his attitude.  Later, Maeve tells Mary that she hopes that this extra effort does not prove to be too much for Jack.  Jack expresses his gratitude to Tom for his part in locking him and Mary in the basement.  Tom offers some friendly advice to Johnny and tells him that if he doesn't change his behavior, he may lose Mary for good.  Jack and Maeve discuss Ryan.  As they talk, Jack comes up with an idea to take Mary to Ireland for their honeymoon.  Rae instructs Royal to plant a story about Frank in one of their Albany newspapers.  Roger becomes concerned when he learns that Rae is going to Albany with Frank.  In his first step at reconciling with his son-in-law, Johnny removes the punching bag from the kitchen.

Episode 623 November 24, 1977

Realizing that the three of them can't live in one room indefinitely, Jack tells Ryan of his plan to rent the adjacent apartment.  Later, as he picks out Ryan's clothes, Jack pleads with Mary to leave Ryan with him for the day.  While Rae is out with Roger, Bill questions Royal on her whereabouts and becomes very jealous when he does not answer.  Ryan makes her first visit to the Genarro Social Club and Uncle Jumbo.  While listening to him plan his family's future, Jumbo is relieved when he realizes that Jack is going to be all right.  Mary thanks Faith for her part and quietly gives her the go ahead to see more of Tom.  When Faith questions Mary about Tom's past, Mary becomes evasive and switches the subject.  Faith realizes more is going on than Mary is willing to admit.  Rae and Roger enjoy their time together before she leaves for Albany.  When Bill learns that Frank is not in his office, he fears the worst; he asks Royal to keep an eye on her and Frank in Albany.

Episode 624 November 25, 1977

After he gives his speech, Frank is walked through the political minefield by Rae and charms his way into being accepted.  Exhausted by the strike and dealing with Delia, Pat takes two pills to get him going.  When Frank learns that Rae planted a story about him in the Woodard's Albany newspaper, he demands to know what all about it.  When a rejuvenated Pat enters strike headquarters with posters that he has made, Bucky becomes concerned knowing that he was tired just moments earlier.  As Pat does his best to assure him that a cup of coffee and a walk performed wonders, he has a mild auditory hallucination and is bewildered when know one hears the music but him.  Later, Seneca leaves strike headquarters impressed after Pat gives a thorough explanation of their operation.  With Royal eavesdropping in the background, Frank puts Rae in her place.

Episode 625 November 28, 1977

Mary and Maeve go over wedding plans, clearly excited at the turn of events.  When Jack arrives with the airline tickets, Johnny is in shock that Jack is actually going through with it after all.  Maeve goes through an itinerary for Jack and provides him with details of where they should visit while in Ireland.  Later, Pat arrives and gives everyone an update on the strike.  Noticing his fatigue, Mary suggests to Pat that he skip the wedding and get some needed sleep.  Although he is sad that he will miss the wedding, Pat agrees.  Bill is excited to learn from Royal that nothing is going on between Frank and Rae.  Later, Rae's enthusiasm for Frank triggers Bill's suspicions once again.  When everyone leaves, Bill asks Royal to check the situation further and tell him anything that happens.

Episode 626 November 29, 1977

As wedding preparations continue, Jack arrives with flowers for the bride and a green Irish boutonniere for Johnny, much to his delight and astonishment.  After Johnny leaves, Maeve tells Jack that she wishes he'd been able to handle Johnny this way from the beginning.  Mary and Frank share a loving brother and sister moment.  Later, Frank tells Mary of his Albany trip and of the newspaper story.  He assures Mary that he put Rae in her place.  Rae lays out her plans for Frank to her friend Polly and tells of her excitement at having a candidate "of her own" for the very first time.  Later, when Roger sees the two of them at lunch he takes the opportunity to invite Rae to dinner and is happy when she accepts.  After a talk with Jack, Maeve tells Mary that she is convinced more than ever that Jack is the right man.  Later, Mary is touched when Jack tells her that he would like to be a part of the Ryan family once again.

Episode 627 November 30

Jack arrives for the wedding early, a fact that does not go unnoticed by the rest of the wedding party.  Later, Jack is touched when Maeve tells him that he will be a grand husband and father.  Johnny apologizes to Mary for making things difficult for her and Jack and promises to support her all the way this time.  Pat arrives for the wedding, surprisingly full of energy, which causes concern for Mary and Frank.  As the reception is in full swing, Alicia tells Bob that Pat does not look well; he convinces him to make Pat sit down for a while.  Delia resists Bucky's advice to take Pat home to get some rest.  Maeve sings for Mary and Jack as they wait for the taxi to take them to the airport.  While saying goodbye to the newlyweds, Pat is hit with a wave of exhaustion and convinces Delia to take him home, an action that has Bucky thinking the worst.

December 1977 Daily Recaps

Episode 628 December 1, 1977

As a round of toasts go forth, the group realizes that Tom is terribly drunk, doing his best to not think of Mary and Jack.  When it is clear that he cannot walk home alone, Faith offers to walk home with Tom.  When he leaves, Johnny tries to figure out more about Tom's troubled past from Maeve.  Alicia finds Bill sitting on the side of his bed trying to make calls to find Rae.  When she comes on the line, Bill finds out from Polly that she has not seen Rae since earlier in the afternoon.  Rae thanks Roger for being someone that she can relax with and is grateful when he tells her she can relax with him whenever she likes.  While closing up the bar, Maeve thanks Johnny for accepting Jack and assures him that Tom will find someone for himself.  When Faith delivers Tom to his apartment, she learns something of the mystery surrounding Tom and is intrigued.  When Rae returns to the hospital late in the evening, she makes a major mistake when she tells Bill that she has been with Polly all day, when in actuality, she spent the evening with Roger.

Episode 629 December 2, 1977

Jill visits Maeve and gives her reasons for not attending the wedding, which has everything to do with not wanting to see Frank.  When Frank brings Rae to meet Maeve, Jill tries to hide her reaction to Rae, though it is clear that she does not like her.  Later, when Rae stakes her claim to Frank's political future, Jill is left upset, although she doesn't fully understand why.  When Frank asks to know if everything is all right, Rae tells him that she believes that she and Jill understood one another very well.  Later, Jill tells Bob of her encounter with Rae and how she is staking a claim on Frank's career.  When a postman delivers a letter from Mary, Maeve shares the letter with the group.  In Ireland, Mary and Jack share a romantic dinner at the Old Ground.

Episode 630 December 5, 1977

During a strike negotiation session, Clem assures Seneca and Jill that Frank's proposal has the House Association approval.  When they come no closer to an agreement, Frank leaves the Board with a threat that the time has come for some reinforcement.  Johnny shares a letter from Mary and Jack with Bob.  Frank pays a visit to the Woodard's, unaware that Bill is watching him and Rae for any signs of an affair.  When Frank asks them for their support with the hospital strike, he is encouraged when they want to publish a story against the hospital in one of their newspapers.  Rae pays a visit to Jill and Seneca and delivers the news that their papers will be taking a position against them in the strike.  When Jill tells her that press involvement will only make matters worse, Rae tells her that as a journalist, it is her job to find out.

Episode 631 December 6, 1977

Clem sends an exhausted Pat home to Delia after hours of picketing in cold weather and rain, hoping for him to get some rest.  At home, surrounded by mounds of wallpaper, Delia is desperately wishing Pat were there to help.  Bill confides his suspicions about Rae and Frank to Royal and demands that someone finally finds out the truth.  After reading the Woodard's story about the hospital strike, Marshall demands to know if Seneca realizes how much damage the story is going to do to the strike.  Pat arrives home and is coerced into helping Delia in her futile efforts to hang wallpaper; he has to take another pill to get him going.  Seneca declares that the newspaper story is a piece of cheap political opportunism on Frank's part and fears that Frank may be trying to take credit for the strike coming to an end.

Episode 632 December 7, 1977

Jill vents her anger about the publicity for the "Ryan Plan" to Rae and tells her that if she does not back down, things could backfire on her candidate.  When Rae accuses Jill of being jealous of Frank, Jill leaves in a temper.  Later, Roger visits Rae and tells her the details of Frank's relationship with Jill; Rae tells him that she hopes Jill marries Dr. Beaulac.  Tom brings Johnny a letter that he received from Mary describing her and Jack's trip to Burren.  Faith arrives in time to hear the letter and later invites Tom to have a sandwich with her.  At Ryan's, Jill squares off with Frank over the "Ryan Plan" and accuses him of political opportunism.  Frank objects to her and tells her it is clear what side she is on.

Episode 633 December 8, 1977

Hyped on pills, Pat insists on taking a surprised Delia to Coney Island for hotdogs and a walk along beach, in the cold of December.  Rae and Frank lay out the reactions to the "Ryan Plan" to Bill who suggests that they run the story again, but more direct this time.  Later, when both Rae and Frank leave, Rae tells Bill that she loves him, which he has a hard time believing.  On the ride to Coney Island, Delia is delighted when Pat debates the hospital strike with the cab driver and wishes that things with him would always be this way.  Rae makes a date with Roger and agrees to meet him at his apartment.  Before she leaves, she tells Bill that she is going for a walk and that he should not to wait up for her.  When she leaves, Royal informs Bill that she will be followed.  While lying in the sand looking up at the stars, Pat falls into a deep sleep, which worries Delia when she is unable to wake him.  Later, she is alarmed when she sees someone lurking in the darkness watching.

Episode 634 December 9, 1977

A hysterical Delia explains Pat's condition to a policeman and is relieved when he helps her revive him.  Royal gives Bill more details about the arrangements he's made with the detective.  Faith and Tom discuss how hard it is for Jill to watch him with Rae.  Unaware that a detective is following her, Rae arrives at Roger's and is forced to leave when she finds Faith and Tom sitting on the stoop. Rae refuses to go back to Roger's apartment and insists that he meet her for dinner at Lem's.  When he agrees, she tells him to act as if their meeting were entirely coincidental.  When Pat's strange behavior continues, Delia calls Roger for help and is upset when he is not home.  Roger and Rae have dinner together at Lem's under the watchful eye of the detective.

Episode 635 December 12, 1977

Delia tells Pat about his behavior at Coney Island and becomes upset when he brushes her worries aside.  Irritated by Delia's constant chatter, Pat takes a pill to get him going as he prepares for work.  As Maeve enjoys Mary's latest letter, Delia arrives in need of counseling and interrupts her.  Maeve uses Countess Markievicz as an example of bravery and courage as she tries to offer Delia advice about Pat.  As Mary and Jack climb toward the grave of Queen Maeve, Mary challenges Jack to a race and wins.

Episode 636 December 13, 1977

Pat and Bucky hope that the newspaper editorial will persuade the hospital administration to end the strike.  Later, when Seneca arrives in a rage, he demands that Pat call Frank off before his newspaper coverage ruins everything.  Delia arrives at Roger's apartment to ask for help with Pat.  When she finds Rae's earring, she becomes enraged that Roger has another woman in his life besides her.  Pat delivers Seneca's message to Frank and shares his concern that his career is going nowhere.  Maeve reads a letter from Mary describing her and Jack's visit to Wolfe Tone's gravesite.  Roger ignores Delia's demands to know who the other woman is and promises to look in on Pat at his earliest opportunity.  After hearing Mary's letter, Pat is more determined than ever to stand by what he believes is right, regardless of the personal price that he will have to pay.

Episode 637 December 14, 1977

Rae tells Bill that she is going for a walk and actually plans to meet Roger.  When she leaves, Bill reads over a report from the detective detailing her whereabouts the night before.  Tom confides to the strikers that things are going in their favor.  When a reporter accidentally takes a picture of Tom, Tom pries the camera away from him and destroys the film.  Jumbo shares a letter from Mary and Jack about their trip to the races.  Rae arrives at Rogers and is happy that he has her missing earring.  Bill calls Ryan headquarters and learns that Frank is out of the office.  Believing Rae to be with Frank, Bill is relieved when Frank arrives and asks for a few minutes of his time.  Tom evades Faith's questions about not having his picture taken.  Rae reminds Roger that now is not the time to allow their feelings to get them in trouble.  Bill demands to know whom Rae is with and tells Royal that he would like the detective's report on his desk first thing in the morning.

Episode 638 December 15, 1977

Rae tells Bill that she went for a walk and continues to lie to him when he observes that she is too warm to have been walking in the cold.  Later, Bill receives a phone call from Royal informing him that Rae spent the afternoon with Roger Coleridge.  Mary persuades Jack to spend the afternoon shopping in Dublin.  Bill continues asking Rae of how she spent the afternoon, forcing her into a massive series of lies.  Moments later, Frank arrives, heading off what is sure to be a full-blown confrontation.  When Rae leaves the room, Bill tells Frank that one of his most trusted people is lying to him and asks Frank's suggestion at what he should do.  Mary and Jack share a romantic journey on St. Stephen's Green in Ireland.  Frank gathers more details from Bill regarding his betrayer and counsels him to find out if what he suspects is right, then act firmly and quickly - not knowing that the person that they are speaking of is Rae.

Episode 639 December 16, 1977

With the strike close to an end, Jill and Seneca feel that the hospital was blackmailed into making a settlement by public pressure that would not have occurred if Frank Ryan weren't running for office.  Mary and Jack explore Marion Square and have mass in Dublin.  Speaking for the hospital, Jill lays out the hospital's offer, which is shockingly similar to the "Ryan Plan."  When Jack and Mary tour the National Gallery, Jack finds a portrait of a young child that reminds him of Ryan which makes him want to go home.  Seneca and Marshall defend the hospital's 100 year-old disciplinary system and tell Frank that to undercut it now, even for Pat and Faith, would destroy it.  Frank tells them that he cannot recommend settlement to the members of the House Association with Faith and Pat paying the price of the settlement.  Knowing that it is the best solution for everyone, Marshall gives in, leaving everyone pleased that the strike is over.  Later, when Jill accuses the Woodard's of using the strike to gain leverage for their client, Frank refuses to acknowledge his personal stake in the situation, leaving Jill furious.

Episode 640 December 19, 1977

Jill tells Seneca how Frank is allowing himself to be led around by Rae.  When she continues to rant about her disappointment in him, Seneca does nothing to discourage her.  Pat arrives home full of energy and tells Delia that the strike is over.  Later, when he is unable to calm down, Delia becomes nervous when she notices his hands shaking and offers him one of her tranquilizers to help him sleep.  Jill finds out that the Hospital Association has decided to accept the Board's proposal.  Later, Jill admits to Seneca that her priorities now lie with him and Edmund.  Taking this as a positive sign, he proposes to Jill, who becomes dizzy and admits that she is coming down with a head cold.  Delia reads a letter from Mary that describes a trip to the glass factory at Waterford and wishes that she and Pat were in Ireland.  When Delia pushes Pat about a vacation, Pat realizes that one tranquilizer won't be enough and he takes another.  Jill is grateful to Seneca when he offers to stay and care for her and Edmund while she recovers from her cold.

Episode 641 December 20, 1977

Seneca takes care of Jill and Edmund, and tells her that he would like to make her life as pleasant as he can.  At the hospital, Seneca welcomes the returning strikers back to work and expresses his pleasure that Pat's situation worked out for the best.  Pat thanks him, but draws unwanted attention when his hands start to shake.  Later, when Pat goes to the medicine cabinet to take another pill, he has a panic attack when the door won't open and puts his arm through the glass window.  Maeve and Johnny are proud of both Pat and Frank with the way things turned out at the hospital strike.  Later, both are surprised when, while reading a letter from Mary, they learn that Jack has not only kissed the Blarney stone, but was a big hit with Maeve's family as well.  Pat lies to Bucky about what happened and tells him that he fell against the door.

Episode 642 December 21, 1977

Roger worries Delia when he arrives at her apartment and confirms her suspicions that something is wrong with Pat and that he may be doing drugs.  When Delia tells him of the tranquilizer that Pat took the night before, Roger warns her to be careful with Pat before she makes things worse.  Royal tells Bill that arrangements have been made to place a bug in Roger's apartment through a phony exterminator company.  Later, after Faith lets the exterminator in, she reads a letter from Mary describing their trip to the Dingle peninsula.  Later, Delia is further concerned when Pat hears music and becomes confused that she does not hear it as well.  Roger returns home to find the exterminator there and is perplexed because they were there days ago.  When Bill leaves for his therapy appointment, Rae calls Roger and makes a date.

Episode 643 December 22, 1977

Mary disguises herself as a man so that she and Jack can go to a "men only" bar.  Jill admits to Seneca that, although she still has feelings for Frank, he has gone his way and that she must go her way as well.  When he proposes, Jill tells Seneca that she is unwilling to commit to marriage, but agrees to live together.  When Mary's disguise fails, she and Jack get permission from the bartender to stay and enjoy a drink.  Later, when she notices a picture of Tom on the wall, she yells to Jack, drawing unwanted attention.  Seneca and Jill get into an argument when he assumes that she will be the one to change apartments, but it is quickly settled when Seneca agrees to move.  Unaware of what they are doing, Mary and Jack reveal to the wrong people that Tom is living in New York.  Later, Red pays a visit to Liam to tell him of the two Americans that visited the bar and gives him news that he has been waiting years to hear - that they are closer to finding Tom O'Brien.

Episode 644 December 23, 1977

Liam learns where he may be able to find Tom O'Brien a.k.a. Tom Desmond.  After hearing a brief part of a letter from Mary, Tom admits that he is homesick, but tells Faith that there is no chance of making a visit.  Rae arrives for an afternoon of pleasure at Roger's, unaware that their every word is being recorded.  Alicia visits a gloomy Bill and is unable to change his mood.  While Faith and Tom spend time with Ryan, he gets her to talk about herself to prevent her from asking questions about his past.  When she mistakenly brings up the subject of his past, Faith apologizes to Tom and promises to never mention Ireland again.  Alicia brings Angel to visit Bill, which helps him to forget about his problems with Rae.  As the tape recorder rolls, Roger tells Rae that he is willing to do whatever is necessary to please her.

Episode 645 December 26, 1977

As his shift comes to an end, Pat fights the urge to take a pill.  Later, Bucky is worried when Pat tells him that he is just "coming down" and gives a bad explanation to what he means.  Alicia apologizes to Bucky for the bad feelings that she had toward him because he is rich.  She comes to the realization that because someone has money does not mean that they are a bad person.  Later, Bob arrives and finds her having a good time with Bucky and becomes jealous.  Pat arrives home to find Delia in the middle of moving the furniture around and becomes furious when she asks him to help her.  Bob admits to Alicia his jealousy at seeing her with Bucky.  As he tries to explain his feelings for her and his reasons for never marrying, Alicia is called to an emergency, leaving Bob feeling frustrated.  A pathetic Delia apologizes to Pat for moving the furniture and eventually makes him feel sorry for her.  When Delia takes advantage of Pat's sympathy, Pat has to take a pill in order to cope.

Episode 646 December 27, 1977

Faith gives Tom the history of her relationship with the Ryans and what falling in love with Pat meant to her.  Later, both in good spirits, they head into the bar and walk into Delia and Pat.  Seneca arrives at Jill's apartment with suitcases, champagne, and flowers and tells her that he wants to move in before she changes her mind.  Rae and Roger enjoy their freedom together and the fact that no one will find out their secret.  Watching Delia with Pat, Tom feels that Delia is devoted to Pat, but learns from Faith that Delia is a very selfish person.  Later, as Delia smothers Pat with an over abundance of affection, Pat watches Faith with Tom and trembles with rage.  Faith admits to Tom her anger at Pat choosing Delia over her, but tells him she understands Pat's reasons.  When he asks her if Pat will ever leave Delia, Faith regretfully answers that he may want to, but he will never be able to.  During their first night living together, Jill makes a toast to their son; Seneca toasts, but fully aware that Edmund is not his son.  Frank confesses to Rae that he is working so hard because it helps him not think about Jill.

Episode 647 December 28, 1977

Roger talks to himself out loud about Delia's failure, but rejoices that at least he has Rae.  Meanwhile, his every word is being recorded.  Royal picks up the first cassette from the detective.  Roger calls Rae to make plans for their next date.  Royal takes Bill the cassette and tries to convince him that the relationship between Rae and Roger does not mean anything to Rae.  Bob questions Pat about his behavior and is astonished when Pat turns his anger on Delia.  When Bob tries to speak on Delia's behalf, Pat tells him that he has no right to interfere and storms out to return to work.  When he leaves, Delia tells Bob that she fears what Pat will do next.  Roger is flustered when Bill asks him and Rae to lunch and regretfully tells him that he has patients to attend to.  Later, when he is alone Bill listens to the tape and overhears the first phrases of a love scene between Rae and Roger.

Episode 648 December 29, 1977

Bill cries out while listening to a love scene between Rae and Roger.  When the moment becomes too painful, he sends for Rae.  Bucky is alarmed when a furious and irrational Pat storms into the staff lounge moments after his exchange with Bob and Delia.  When Bucky offers Pat advice, Pat turns his anger on Bucky and storms off again.  Bill leads Rae into an entanglement of lies, before accusing her of having an affair with Roger, which Rae denies.  Roger tries to find out about Pat and leaves in a rage when Bucky refuses to tell him anything.  Alone, Pat hears music again.  As Rae continues to deny her affair with Roger, Bill lets her hear the proof.  While begging for forgiveness, Rae becomes concerned when Bill rises from the bed and demands that she leave his room.  As severe pain radiates through Bill, Rae pleads with him to go to bed, before it is too late.

Episode 649 December 30, 1977

When the pain subsides, Bill tells Rae that once he is better, she will be free to live the rest of her life with Roger.  Refusing to accept his dismissal, Rae continues to stand her ground, which angers Bill and causes a massive heart attack.  Frustrated that he cannot reach Pat, Bucky urges Faith to talk to him.  Struggling to make it through the day, Pat takes two pills to keep going.  Emergency treatment is begun on Bill as Rae watches in the background.  A worried Faith pays a visit to Pat hoping to reminisce about what their lives would be like if they had each other.  Clem finds Rae and tells her that Bill's chances for survival are not good.  When she goes to see him, the sight of Bill strikes Rae, but she does not forget to retrieve the cassette from the recorder.  Later, Clem delivers the grim news to Rae that Bill probably won't make it through the next 48 hours.

January 1978 Daily Recaps

Episode 650 January 2, 1978

With no change in Bill's condition, Rae decides to stay in the waiting room so as to not upset him further.  When Frank tries to offer her some hope, Rae tells him that Bill is dying and asks Frank to wait it out with her.  When Royal arrives, Rae shows him that tape and tells him that he will be interested to know that the results of his spying were instrumental in Bill's heart attack.  Trying desperately to avoid taking more pills, Pat is pressured when a frightened Delia visits him in the staff lounge.  As Delia does her helpless routine, Pats demands that she go home.  In a moment of anger, Pat gives Delia a hard shove, which sends her reeling into Roger's arms.  Rae orders Royal to close down the surveillance by the private detective and for his trouble, tells him to choose the job of his choice, as long as it is out of town.  When Roger arrives, Rae tells him the truth behind Bill's attack and that she cannot see him anymore.  Outside of Rae's room, Jill has heard everything and is in shock.

Episode 651 January 3, 1978

Finding Jill outside of the hospital room and knowing that they have been overheard, Rae carries on as if nothing has happened and goes to visit Bill.  When she leaves, Roger learns from Jill how much she has overheard.  Faith tells Johnny her concern for Pat, and learns from him that Mary and Jack are expected home any moment now.  Confident that he can hear her, Rae makes a heartfelt plea to Bill about the love she feels for him.  Unable to speak, Bill offers Rae a weak kiss on the cheek moments before dying.  Mary and Jack land in New York.  Jack calls with news that they are home and are going through customs.  Rae tells Roger and Frank that Bill is dead and thanks them for their sympathy.  Jill arrives in horror and watches as Frank comforts Rae, knowing that she and Roger were having an affair.  When Roger tells her that Bill is dead, Jill cannot help but to feel sympathy for Rae.

Episode 652 January 4, 1978

Pat apologizes to Delia for losing his temper.  When she starts with her pathetic routine, Pat has trouble dealing with her and finds himself in need of a pill.  In light of the new information that she has about Rae, Jill tells Seneca how upset she is about Rae and Frank's relationship.  Rae tells Frank how grateful she is that he is in her life.  Pat tells Delia that he needs her to grow up and learn to take some responsibility for her own life.  When she becomes hysterical with fear, Pat breaks away and leaves.  Jill admits to Seneca her hope that with Bill gone, Frank will distance himself from Rae.  Rae tells Frank that she will continue to support Bill's dream and back him one hundred percent on his race to Congress.  Pat finds refuge in Bucky's quarters and escapes questioning when Bucky is called to neurology.  Delia sets out to find Pat and bring him home.

Episode 653 January 5, 1978

A semi-hysterical Delia arrives in neurology looking for Pat and accuses Clem and Bucky of lying when they say that they have not seen him.  When she leaves, Bucky tells Clem that Pat is resting and that he is extremely worried about him.  In Bucky's room, Pat is in serious trouble.  Mary and Jack arrive home to a joyous reunion.  Mary learns from Maeve of Bill Woodard's death and wonders what this will mean to Frank's future.  After enjoying dinner together at Faith's apartment, Tom and Faith's near kiss is interrupted by Delia, who barges in demanding to see Pat.  Seeing Tom instead of Pat, Delia leaves.  Johnny's toast to Mary and Jack's return is interrupted by Delia, who arrives looking for Pat, and is encouraged to try the hospital again.  Unable to cope on his own, Pat leaves the room in search of Bucky's help.  As he stumbles out of the room, Delia finds him and begs him to come home.  Trying to get away, Pat enters the stairwell begging Delia to leave him alone for one night.  When Delia continues to plead, Pat shoves her away and is horrified when she falls backwards down the stairs.

Episode 654 January 6, 1978

Fearing Delia is hurt, Pat goes to the neurology department for help.  When Roger asks him what has happened, Pat tells him about Delia's fall and his fear that he has killed her.   Frank catches Mary up to date on what she has missed while in Ireland. He tells her that Jill has made up her mind about what she wants and there is nothing that he can do about it.  Jill tells Seneca that she is happier now than she has ever been in her life.  Pat blames himself as he watches Clem treating Delia.  Later, Roger offers to write up the accident report in an effort to question Pat.  When alone, Pat tells Roger the truth about his pill addiction.  Mary asks Frank if all of the long hours that he has been putting in at the office are helping him keep his mind off of Jill.  Pat solicits Roger's help with his addiction, but demands that they start after he finds out Delia's fate.  Delia's condition takes a turn for the worse.

Episode 655 January 9, 1978

Pat watches while Roger and Clem fight to save Delia.  Later in a fit of delirium, Delia relays to Pat how much she needs him - which only serves to trouble him more.  When Mary and Jack give Maeve one of the gifts they bought her from Ireland, Mary hints to Jack that the time has come for him to give Johnny his special gift.  Later, Mary tells Maeve how much it means to her that Jack has opened up and is allowing people to love him.  Jack presents his gift to Johnny.  Delia accuses Pat of not loving her, which makes him feel extremely guilty.  When Roger overhears their conversation, he wonders if it is real or part of Delia's manipulative scheming.  Jack and Johnny make a guarded step toward reconciliation.  Pat arrives at the Ryan's with news about Delia.  In her incoherent state, Delia babbles about Alicia and the miscarriage, giving Roger more information than he needed.

Episode 656 January 10, 1978

Roger presses an incoherent Delia for more information about the miscarriage, but gets nowhere.  Alicia takes care of Bill's personal belongings, leaving Rae thoroughly impressed with her.  When Polly visits, Rae learns just how long Bill knew about her and Roger and tells Polly that no matter what the cost, she refuses to give up on her plans for Frank.  Later, Rae calls Roger to say goodbye and to get some information on Alicia.  Bob visits Delia who is so heartsick that she cannot hold a conversation about anything.  When he suggests to her that she take a trip alone, a shaken Delia cries out that she only wants to make things right with Pat.  Roger intercepts Pat on his way to visit Delia and asks some questions about Delia's miscarriage.  Later, Roger watches Pat in his heroic struggle as he prepares to face Delia.  When he enters, Delia expresses the desperate love that she feels for him and is grateful when Pat answers in kind.  Roger seeks answers from Alicia.

Episode 657 January 11, 1978

Maeve discusses Delia's injuries with Bucky and Faith and what they will mean to them.  Later, Faith struggles with her love and concern for Pat and is determined not to allow herself to get too close to the matter - for her own sake.  A frustrated Roger fails when he tries to learn the truth about Ms. Brown from Alicia and walks away feeling more suspicious than ever.  Jill tells Faith about her living arrangements with Seneca and becomes unnerved when Faith defends Frank.  Later, Faith tells Jill about her feelings for Tom and receives nothing but support.  Bucky delivers to Angel the news that he can go home in a week and draws a picture of his foot for one last test.  Later, Bucky warns Alicia about Roger, telling her that any information that Roger is trying to get from her is for Roger's benefit only.  Maeve takes her worries about Delia to Father McShane, who has more reason to worry than Maeve because he knows more than any of them.  Roger questions Bucky and finds out that Alicia last worked in OB-GYN before coming to the Neurology department.

Episode 658 January 12, 1978

A well rested Pat thanks Roger for allowing him time to get himself together.  Later, Roger finds out from Pat the exact date that he and Delia were married.  Alone, Pat tells Bucky the truth about his addiction.  Roger goes to the record's office to get Mrs. Brown's file and is furious when the supervisor denies him access.  Bucky takes Angel boxes of shoes to celebrate his getting out of the hospital.  Rae calls Alicia and requests a meeting.  Pat describes the weird reactions that he is having trying to come down from the drugs and learns from Bucky that with all of the coffee that he has been drinking that he may have cross-poisoned himself.  Rae asks Alicia to be her new personal assistant and offers her double the salary that she is making now as well as a ton of fringe benefits.  Overwhelmed at the offer, Alicia tells her that she will think about.  A flirtatious Roger is able to charm one of the female records clerk into letting him read Mrs. Brown's file --  he learns that Delia has been an incredibly naughty girl.

Episode 659 January 13, 1978

Roger corners Alicia about Delia's miscarriage, but she refuses to confirm or deny what she knows.  Frank provides moral support to Rae as she deals with a very ambitious undertaker who tries to sell her a bronze casket.  When Pat tells Faith about his addiction, she sympathizes with him while trying to control her involvement.  In an effort to help Rae through her grief, Frank jokes about the bronze casket and is awarded when after laughing for awhile, Rae allows herself to mourn.  Faith tells Roger that even if Delia had not been pregnant, Pat would have found a reason to marry her.  When Roger tells her that the marriage has to be as bad for Delia as it is for Pat, Faith says that it will take an act of God to get Pat out of it.

Episode 660 January 16, 1978

Seneca tries to make things better between him and Bucky, telling him that he is close to revealing the truth to Jill about Edmund.  Bucky tells him that hopes that he won't live to regret the decisions that he has made. Jill arrives at Ryan's to pick up Edmund and is crushed when Frank arrives with Rae.  Mary visits Tom with news about Ireland and throws him off guard when she tells him that they saw his picture in a Limerick bar.  Jack receives a phone call from a stranger looking for a Tom O'Brien.  Concerned that he has been found out, Tom thoroughly questions Mary and is relieved when she assures him that they did not say anything to anyone that could give his new location away.  Frank is shaken but recovers quickly when he learns from Jill that she and Seneca are living together.  Later, Frank tells Mary that Jill and Seneca's marriage may be for Edmund.  Jill delivers the news to Seneca that they have Frank's blessing.  Rae tells the Ryan's that she is grateful to them in her time of need.  Jill tells Seneca that she is happy with the direction that her life is headed and knows that they are doing the right thing.

Episode 661 January 17, 1978

Roger tries to confront Delia with the knowledge of her trap of Pat and the miscarriage, but realizes that she is still too sick to discuss it rationally.  Alicia tells Bob of Rae's offer. She becomes concerned when Bob tells her that she should not accept the job without clearly thinking it through.  The morning of Bill's funeral, Royal delivers the rest of the private investigator cassettes to Rae.  When she tells him that his new position is based solely on his job performance, Royal pockets a cassette to be used as collateral.  Roger questions Pat about his and Delia's relationship and gains more insight about the miscarriage.  Delia becomes hysterical when she has a nightmare about losing Pat.  Shaken by Bob's analysis of Rae, Alicia is determined to weigh all the options before taking the job, even though she can use the money.  Frank arrives to take Rae to the funeral and is taken aback when Rae asks him to remove her wedding ring and have it placed in the coffin with Bill.  Pat manages to calm Delia as Roger listens.

Episode 662 January 18, 1978

Rae takes Frank to a Hungarian restaurant that she and Bill loved.  Seneca arrives to take Jill out to dinner and tells her that it is time that they visit the violinist that serenaded her at the Hungarian restaurant.  Tom and Faith play in the snow enjoying one another's company.  Feeling relaxed, Faith presses Tom and succeeds in getting information about the former love of his life.  Liam arrives at Ryan's looking for Tom.   Jill misunderstands the nature of Frank and Rae's relationship when she sees Frank holding Rae's hands to keep her from crying.  Seneca probes Jill about her feelings for Frank.  He is encouraged by her answer and proposes again.  Slyly, Liam questions Kevin about Tom and learns that a Tom Desmond fits the description of the man that he has been seeking.  Tom and Faith share their first real kiss in the park.  Jill accepts Seneca's proposal. He tells her that there is one more thing that she should know.

Episode 663 January 19, 1978

With the funeral behind her, Rae tells Frank of Bill's plans - to take him to the Senate.  Jack takes steps to turn the apartment next door into a nursery for Ryan.  In celebration, Mary convinces Jack to let her plan a dinner party where Faith and Tom are the guests.  Seneca tells Bucky about Jill's reaction to the news about Edmund and fears her next move - telling Frank.  Rae tells Frank that everything is set in place for his campaign.  Remembering Bill, Rae has a weak moment in which Frank takes her into his arms to console her.  Jill arrives to tell Frank the truth and finds Rae in his arms.  Mary visits Faith and invites her and Tom to dinner.  Later, Faith tells Mary that her hesitation with Tom has a lot to do with Pat - and Delia.  Jill misinterprets Rae and Frank's embrace and leaves.  Later, Jill tells Faith the truth about Edmund and that Rae Woodard is not going to affect her son's life.  Faith wonders what Frank will do when he finds out.

Episode 664 January 20, 1978

As Jill thinks over marrying Seneca, he struggles with deciding whether or not to tell Jill the truth.  Liam tries to get Tom's address and phone number from the phone company and is furious when he learns that Tom has an unlisted number.  Tom enjoys Faith's company as they thaw out from their adventure in the snow.  Seneca fantasizes about what life as Edmund's father will be like when he gets older.  Later, Jill finds Seneca and Edmund and assumes that something is wrong with Edmund since they are in the living room in the middle of the night.  Tom assures Faith that they have something special, but advises that they take it slow.  Liam calls the hospital operator and tricks her into giving him Tom's home address.  Seneca tells Jill how much he loves her in hopes of preparing her for the truth - that Frank Ryan is Edmund's father.

Episode 665 January 23, 1978

Seneca explains to Jill how and when he learned of Edmund's paternity and his reasons for not telling her sooner.  Jill is outraged and offended when she realizes that Seneca has been lying to her for the past nine months.  Pat pays a visit to Delia in the hospital and distraught when she begs him not to leave her.  An angry Jill tells Seneca that she hates him and returns his ring to him before she throws him out.  Pat tells Frank about his addiction and cross poisoning and the fact that he feels responsible for Delia's fall.  Frank reminds him that Delia is guilty of a little pushing herself.  Jill tells Seneca that she is going to confront Frank about Edmund being his son.  Frank reassures Pat about his life and tells him that it will get back on course.  Jill braves herself for what she has to do.

Episode 666 January 24, 1978

With the funeral behind her, Rae tells Frank of Bill's plans - to take him to the Senate.  Jack takes steps to turn the apartment next door into a nursery for Ryan.  In celebration, Mary convinces Jack to let her plan a dinner party where Faith and Tom are the guests.  Seneca tells Bucky about Jill's reaction to the news about Edmund and fears her next move - telling Frank.  Rae tells Frank that everything is set in place for his campaign.  Remembering Bill, Rae has a weak moment in which Frank takes her into his arms to console her.  Jill arrives to tell Frank the truth and finds Rae in his arms.  Mary visits Faith and invites her and Tom to dinner.  Later, Faith tells Mary that her hesitation with Tom has a lot to do with Pat - and Delia.  Jill misinterprets Rae and Frank's embrace and leaves.  Later, Jill tells Faith the truth about Edmund and that Rae Woodard is not going to affect her son's life.  Faith wonders what Frank will do when he finds out.

Episode 667 January 25, 1978

Tom makes plans to pick up Faith for the dinner party.  Liam locates Tom's building and watches angrily from the entranceway as Tom leaves for the evening.  A pathetic Delia pours out her agony to Father McShane.  She tells him that Pat not only pushed her, but that she fears she is going crazy.  Faith and Tom arrive for the dinner party with Mary and Jack.  Alone, Tom tells Mary that he is happy for her and Jack and Mary tells him that she believes that his time has come.  Liam pays for a handgun and waits for it to be delivered.  Roger consults Father McShane about what he has learned about Delia and admits his role in her nervous breakdown.  Father McShane warns him that if Pat does find out the truth about Delia that he will leave her - an act that will definitely send Delia over the edge.  Jack seeks advice from Faith about whether or not to allow Ryan to have a pacifier.  Faith appreciates his concern and tells him that she would not be surprised if he turns out to be the best father that ever lived.

Episode 668 January 26, 1978

After a black tie function at Gracie Mansion, Frank and Rae share a late night drink at Rae's apartment.  Seneca arrives at Jill's to pick up the rest of his things and has a moment with Edmund when Jill arrives.  At Faith's house, Tom tells Faith that he finally sees that Jack and Mary are right together and admits to her that he is finally over Mary.  Later, as Faith asks Tom to tell her about the trouble that he has fallen into, Liam waits outside of Tom's apartment with the gun wondering if he is ever coming home.  Jill tells Seneca that it is unfair of him to try and spend time with Edmund and declines to make peace with him.  Seneca tells Jill that he would appreciate knowing how things turn out when Frank finds out the truth.  Jill makes plans with Georgia to wait for Frank at his office.  Rae makes a play for Frank as she offers him a second drink.  Tom tells Faith considerably more about himself than she has ever heard before.  Restless and cold, Liam continues to wait outside of Tom's apartment.  Jill lets herself into Frank's office.  Rae and Frank come to an understanding about their future together - that is will be only a business relationship.  Later, when Jill and Frank come face-to-face, she tells him that she needs to talk to him and that it is important.

Episode 669 January 27, 1978

Frank shares a happy memory with Jill from their past, moments before finding out that Edmund is really his son.  Delia admits to Maeve that she got pregnant with Little John on purpose.  When Maeve tries to reassure her about the things that she fears are going wrong in her life, Delia has trouble accepting the reassurance.  Jill admits to Frank that Seneca has known the truth about Edmund since he was six weeks old.  After Frank gets over his initial anger, he asks Jill what they are going to do next.  Maeve shares her concern for Delia with Faith.  Later, when Faith tells Maeve that Tom still has not revealed his secret, Maeve tells her that she will be a lot safer if she does not know.  Tom arrives home, unaware that his life is in danger.  Liam's attempt to kill Tom fails when his gun goes through a series of misfires - although he refuses to give up.  Jill and Frank have a moment to reach out to one another but allow the moment to pass.  Later, Frank and Jill agree to think things over before deciding how they are to handle family life with Edmund.

Episode 670 January 30, 1978

Frank shocks Johnny when he tells him the truth about Edmund.  Jill tells Faith that she told Frank the truth, but is unsure as to how he took it.  Johnny can't deal with the fact that Seneca lied to them all these months and is furious with the thought that he was trying to take his grandson away from him.  Later, Frank tells him that any thought of family life is null and void because Jill does not want anything to do with him.  Jill tells Faith that although Frank knows the truth they have no chance whatsoever of being a family.  Later, Faith and Pat spend quality time together in the staff lounge.  A distressed begs Clem to find Pat and send him in to see her, but he refuses.  When he leaves, Delia puts on her robe and slipper and sets out to find him on her own.  Faith mentions to Pat that Mary and Jack invited her and Tom to their house for dinner.  Delia stalks back to her room after she overhears Pat and Faith talking.  Later, Delia obtains the name of the head of Pediatrics from Clem and begins a letter.  Johnny finds Maeve awake in the middle of the night and tells her that Edmund is their grandson and that Jill can use all of the support that she can get.

Episode 671 January 31, 1978[MISSING]

February 1978 Daily Recaps

Episode 672 February 1, 1978

Frank calls Jill to thank her for her effort the night before.  Bob learns from Bucky that Delia's condition is improving.  Alicia delivers the news to Bob and Bucky that she has turned in her resignation and is now working as Rae's assistant.  Later, Bob watches as Bucky helps Alicia with her first assignment.  Maeve visits Jill and tells her that Seneca has a lot to answer for.  When Jill doubts their future, Maeve tells her that in order for her and Frank to make it work, they both have to be willing to take the first step.  When Rae arrives to discuss with Frank whether or not he will run for Senate, Frank tells her that there is something that she needs to know first.  Pat consults with Fr. McShane about Delia's being too dependent upon him and is told that the only way that she is going to learn to stand on her own to feet is if Pat stops coddling her and gives her the chance.  Frank tells Rae the truth about Edmund and fears that this news could possibly hurt his campaign.  Rae discusses some options with him and tells him that she plans to stand by him regardless of what happens.

Episode 673 February 2, 1978

Faith is reprimanded by the head of pediatrics in response to Delia's letter. She is  told to stay as far away from Delia as possible, for the sake of her career.  Bucky reminds Seneca about Roger and the fact that he blackmailed his way back onto the staff. He is satisfied when Seneca sets up a meeting with Roger.  Later, after grilling Roger about his personal behavior over the past couple months, Seneca permits Roger to stay on at Riverside hospital and tells him that the terms of the blackmail are behind them.  Faith tells Roger about Delia and the letter of reprimand and garners his support as she prepares to tell Delia just what she thinks of her.  Later, Roger and Faith visit a bewildered Delia who is hurt when Roger refuses to come to her aide.  After a bitter tirade on Delia's part, Faith leaves Delia's room with the satisfaction that she said exactly what she came to say.  Delia demands to know why Roger refused to defend her and is shocked when Roger tells her that what Faith said to her is the truth and that there is definitely more of it that she needs to hear.

Episode 674 February 3, 1978

Faith visits Tom in hopes of blowing off steam about Delia.  Delia is horrified when Roger demands that she stop lying about being Mrs. Brown.  When Delia continues to lie, Roger tells her that he has learned about the miscarriage and that he is going to tell Pat immediately.  Frank fills Jack in on his situation with Jill and the fact that he is Edmund's father.  Later, Frank is shaken when Jack suggests that he visit Edmund in order to take his feelings into consideration.  Faith shares some of her childhood with Tom, as the two grow closer.  Liam takes the gun back and threatens the bartender to produce one that works by nightfall.  A pathetic Delia pleads with Roger and offends him when she offers to have a sexual relationship with him in order to stop him from telling Pat the truth.  Refusing to take the bait, Roger heads to the door and is stopped when Delia cries out in pain.  She has fallen out of the bed and cannot see anything.

Episode 675 February 6, 1978

Roger tries to calm Delia who cannot see.  Later, Clem is stunned when he does a quick test on Delia and is nearly convinced that she is not faking her symptoms.  Frank visits Edmund and Jill.  As the two are close to reaching a truce, Seneca arrives - uninvited.  Alicia tells Rae of the perfect apartment that she has found for her.  Later, as Rae discusses Frank's problems with Alicia, she comes up with the perfect plan.  Delia persuades Roger to not go through with his plan to tell Pat, at least for now.  After sending Little John in with Miriam, Frank confronts Seneca about his behavior and tells him what he thinks of him.

Episode 676 February 7, 1978

When Faith visits Roger for an update on his meeting with Delia, she is disgusted when she learns from Roger that Delia is suffering from hysterical blindness.  Seneca apologizes to Jill for allowing his judgment of Frank to keep him from telling her the truth.  When he asks that she not give up on him, Jill is shaken.  Roger and Faith fill Pat in on Delia's letter and the fact that she is blind.  When a concerned Pat rushes to her bedside, Delia continues to lie to him.  A heartbroken Bob arrives to see Delia; he stresses to Pat that Delia now needs his and the entire Ryan family's support as well.  At dinner, Tom surprises Faith with presents.

Episode 677 February 8, 1978

Frank fills Maeve in on his confrontation with Seneca.  Bob enters with news of Delia's blindness.  Home from dinner, Tom and Faith waltz in the kitchen as Liam arrives outside of Tom's apartment with a gun in hand.  An emotional Bob pours his heart out to Maeve and pleads with her and Johnny to take Delia in until she recovers.  Maeve agrees tentatively, as she leaves to visit Delia.  Seneca arrives at Bucky's quarters with a bottle of scotch to drown his sorrows over the fact that he is losing Jill and Edmund.  He tells Bucky that Frank is just another opportunistic politician that will hurt Jill the first moment he gets.  Frank tells Bob about his trouble with Jill and gives him the good news that he is on the road to the Senate.  As Liam waits for him, Tom pleads with Faith to not send him home.

Episode 678 February 9, 1978

Liam curses Tom for making him wait for him.  Tom continues his romantic pursuit of Faith, trying desperately to convince her to not send him home.  Frank arrives at Jack's apartment to consult with him about the Jill, Edmund, and Rae situation.  Jack tells him that Rae fights for what she wants and she wants to see Frank as Senator.  Rae continues to make plans for her and Frank.  When an emergency phone call interrupts Tom and Faith, Tom goes to the hospital with her.  Still waiting, Liam is stuck out in the rain.  Jack advises Frank to try and get back together with Jill.  Rae confides to Alicia her hopes that Frank will leave Jill and the baby behind.  Tom insists on waiting at the hospital with Faith.  A cold and wet Liam refuses to give up and is determined to complete his mission.

Episode 679 February 10, 1978

Maeve tells Bob that Delia and Pat will come home to them.  Rae arrives at Ryans looking for Frank and finally meets Bob.  An emotional Delia begs Roger to not tell Pat the truth in fear that he will leave her and go straight to Faith.  When Faith finds Tom asleep in his office, she goes to wake him and is shocked when he almost attacks her out of fear.  Later, Faith and Tom make a date for tomorrow evening.  At her pleading, Roger promises Delia that he will keep his mouth shut for the time being.  Later, Delia is ecstatic at the prospect of going to the Ryans when she is released from the hospital.  Frank and Jill make progress toward a more realistic understanding of each other's feelings.  Rae discusses Frank's campaign with Maeve and Bob and the fact that Frank's current situation could prove to be disastrous.  To get things moving in the right direction, she offers to take Bob and Frank to Washington for a big political dinner.

Episode 680 February 13, 1978

Jill prepares for Edmund's birthday party.  After not hearing from Frank, Jill tells Faith that she fears something is wrong.  Rae surprises Frank with plans for dinner in Washington.  While waiting for Bob, Alicia expresses her gratitude to Bucky for his help in the apartment search for Rae.  Bucky uses this as a chance to get to know her better.  As Bob prepares for his date with Alicia, Frank calls him with the news of Washington and that Rae's car will be there to pick him up shortly.  When they leave, Georgia finds Edmund's present and realizes that he has forgotten about the party.  Bob cancels dinner with Alicia, which leaves her open for dinner with Bucky.  As the trio heads off to the airport, Frank is hit with the feeling that he has forgotten something.  As Jill worries about Frank, Seneca arrives at her door with a present for Edmund.

Episode 681 February 14, 1978

Maeve, Jack, and Mary discuss Frank's situation and what they think he will do about it.  Pat brings Delia home.  As Jill tries to convince Seneca that it is unfair of him to continue dropping in on their lives, Georgia calls and tells Jill that Frank is on his way to Washington.  Later, Jill tells Faith that she was a fool to believe that Frank would drop his career for them.  Faith invites Seneca in when she finds him waiting on her doorstep.  Tom arrives at Faith's, unaware of being followed by Liam.  Delia enjoys time with the family before she goes upstairs to rest.  Later, Mary tells Jack that Delia is right back where she wants to be, in the center of attention.  Wearing a raincoat similar to Tom's, Seneca leaves the apartment and is shot in the back.

Episode 682 February 15, 1978

After a quick examination, Roger tells Faith that he hopes Seneca makes it through the night.  Rae, Bob, and Frank celebrate the success of their dinner with the National Committee Chairman.  The mood is spoiled when Frank realizes that he's missed Edmund's party.  Later, Frank calls Jill to apologize and is rejected when she accuses him of putting his career first.  Seneca receives emergency treatment and is found to be in very bad shape.  Roger suggests to Faith that she calls Bucky and Jill.  Tom tells Faith of his fear that the bullet was actually meant for him.  Jill arrives to see Seneca and is shaken when after telling her that he loves her, she fears that he's died.

Episode 683 February 16, 1978

Bucky and Alicia arrive at the emergency room and find out that Seneca is fighting for his life.  Jill fills him in on the details, as Bucky braves a visit.  Delia receives reassurance from Johnny and Pat.  Later, she convinces Pat to sing her a song to help her sleep.  Bucky struggles for control as he appraises his uncle's condition.  After apologizing to Seneca, he tells him that he loves him.  When Jill arrives back at his bedside, Seneca is moved when Jill cries and tells him that she never doubted his love for her.  Tom arrives at Mary's with news of Seneca's injury.  Johnny expresses his concern to Pat that Roger is not the best friend for Delia to have.  Later, he tells Pat that the best way for Delia to get better is for them to stop coddling her. Confused, Pat leaves to visit Father McShane.  Tom explains to Mary that the bullet was meant for him and begs her to tell him again exactly what happened when she was in Ireland.

Episode 684 February 17, 1978

Roger tells Jill of the dangers of surgery at this point and tells her that the only thing to do now is pray that Seneca makes it through the next twenty-four hours.  Later, Bucky sends Jill to Seneca's bedside.  He agrees with Roger if Seneca makes it through the night it will be a miracle.  Summoned by Delia's bell, Johnny tells Delia that Pat went for a visit with Father McShane and demands that she get some rest.  Instead she demands to see Roger; Johnny calls and asks him to make a house call.  Trying desperately to hang on to consciousness, Seneca tells Jill how much he loves her and Edmund.  He tells her of some things that he would like to give to Edmund if he doesn't make it through the night.  Frank tells Johnny of his trip to New York and his blotched plans with Jill.  Later, Delia is forced to seek professional help when Roger tells her that he will keep her secret from Pat if she agrees to see Dr. Pagano.  While talking to Jill, Seneca goes into shock.

Episode 685 February 20, 1978

Mary tells Jack that Seneca was shot; they realize how grateful they are to be together in love and alive.  Tom tells Faith that Mary's visit to the Limerick Pub may have led his killers to him.  Pat visits Father McShane and tells him about his pill addiction.  When he asks him about his separation from the church, Father McShane tells Pat that there is nothing that he can do until he has resolved his relationship with Delia.  Tom is grateful to Faith for willing to share some of his life with him without asking questions.  Later, Faith fears for Tom's safety and offers to walk herself home in an effort to keep him out of harms way.

Episode 686 February 21, 1978

Johnny reads a newspaper article regarding Seneca and finds out that the police still don't have a lead.  Tom explains to Maeve that the shot for Seneca could have been meant for him.  Later, Johnny tells Tom that there has been someone looking for Tom O'Brien.  Bucky comforts Jill when she begins to feel guilty about Seneca.  Kevin tells Tom that someone has been looking for him and admits to him where he could be found.  When Frank visits Jill to apologize again for missing the party, the two get into an argument and Frank accuses her of putting an obstacle between them.  Tom tells Faith that he has been found and that the time has come for him to move on.  Not wanting to lose him, Faith leaves work to see him for one last time.  Liam is enraged when he reads the newspaper and realizes that he has shot the wrong person.

Episode 687 February 22, 1978

Tom tells Faith of his conversation with Maeve and Johnny and that he must leave New York.  When Frank informs Rae of his disagreement with Jill, Rae fears to make a commitment to the campaign and suggests that the time has come for him to make a decision.  Tom tells Faith about his past and why he is running away.  Later, Faith offers to pick up Tom's passport and to cash a check to keep him safe.  When Rae tells Frank that trying to pursue a relationship with Jill while running for the Senate isn't working, Frank becomes angry.  Tom asks Maeve to write his mother and let her know he has been in New York and that he is safe.  Faith's search for Tom's passport is cut short when Liam appears at Tom's office pretending to be an old friend asking after Tom.

Episode 688 February 23, 1978

Pretending to be Tom's secretary, Faith tells Liam that Tom is delayed and asks him to wait in Tom's office.  When she finds the documents she is looking for, Faith leaves and Liam follows her.  From the payphone outside Tom's office, Faith calls Tom and tells him that Liam is waiting for him and urges him to go home and get his things as quickly as possible.  Having heard the entire conversation, Liam heads to Tom's apartment.  As Maeve prepares a snack for her, Delia tries to make her way to the kitchen and falls down the stairs only to be rescued by Pat.  Later, when Delia becomes upset, Pat warns her that the only way she is going to get better is if she is happy.  Jack visits Jill to inquire about Seneca and speaks up for Frank, but to no avail.  Delia is horrified when she realizes that her eyesight is returning.  Tom arrives at his apartment and is stopped in his tracks when Liam points a gun at him and tells him not to take another step.

Episode 689 February 24, 1978

Delayed at the bank, Faith begs the bank officer to give her a check quickly so that she can help a friend whose life is in danger.  Gun in hand, Liam tells Tom that although he has had to wait four years for this moment, it has been worth it.  Rae confesses to Alicia that although she hopes he recovers, she is glad that Seneca's condition is distracting Jill from Frank.  A frantic Jill yells for the nurse when Seneca passes out while trying to sit up to look at pictures of Edmund.  Tom apologizes to Liam and tries to talk his way out of the situation, which only angers Liam more.  Rae plans a dinner party to divert Frank's attention from Jill.  An angry Liam reminds Tom of the tragedy that has befallen his family.  From the stairwell, Faith calls out to Tom who moves and is shot in the chest by Liam who escapes over the adjoining rooftop.

Episode 690 February 27, 1978

Faith finds a wounded Tom and takes him in to the safety of his apartment.  Once inside, Tom insists that regardless of what happens he cannot go to the hospital.  Seneca realizes that surgery will be the best alternative and sends for Roger.  Maeve brings Delia a present from Little John and pretends not to see it, although her sight has returned.  In the United States illegally, Tom refuses to go to the hospital fearing that he will be deported.  After making a deal with Tom to try and treat him outside the hospital, Faith calls the hospital and solicits Bucky's help.  Honored at Seneca's request, Roger agrees to perform Seneca's surgery.  Jill tells Maeve how she feels about both Frank and Seneca and admits that with all that he has done, she still regards Seneca as Edmund's father.

Episode 691 February 28, 1978

With Delia sitting beside him, Jack questions Johnny about Tom and finds out that he knows nothing new.  Later, Frank pays a visit to Maeve and Johnny to consult with him about Rae Woodard.  Rae is determined to not allow Jill and Edmund to be a burden on Frank's future.  When Bucky arrives with the medicine, Faith explains Tom's immigration problems and tells him of the deal that she has made with him.  Later, Bucky helps Faith move Tom to the safety of a hidden room.  Delia convinces Jack to tell her all that he knows about Faith and Tom.  Later, Rae visits the three with an invitation to her dinner party and is excited when Maeve and Johnny agree to attend.  After making sure Tom's condition is as stable as possible, Bucky leaves with a promise to return as soon as possible.  Later, Faith tells Tom that she will make sure that he is safe, unaware that the chain is unlatched from the door.

March 1978 Daily Recaps

Episode 692 March 1, 1978

Liam looks around Tom's apartment puzzled about where Tom could be.  When Faith goes to peek out to see if Liam is there, Tom yells out in pain and Faith is forced to rush to cover his mouth.  Her worst fears are confirmed when the hidden door begins to open.  After talking things over with Johnny, Frank leaves to visit Jill and find out for once and for all if there is any prospect for himself, Jill and Edmund.  Roger explains Seneca's surgery to Jill and delights in her praise of a job well done.  Later, Frank arrives at Jill's office to clarify a few things with her.  Faith is relieved when Bucky emerges from the other side of the door and fills him in on Tom's condition - which is considerably worse.  Bucky tells her that not taking Tom to the hospital was a bad move on their part and fears that Tom will not make it through the next hour.  Jill and Frank agree to proceed cautiously and not jump into a relationship full swing.  When the nurse calls with news that Seneca is awake, Frank leaves Jill with a promise to call her.  Coming out of the bedroom, Bucky tells Faith to make the calls to let everyone know that Tom is dead.  Later, while stretcher-bearers takes a covered body out of Tom's apartment, Liam is pleased when he finds out from Bucky that a man who was shot has died.

Episode 693 March 2, 1978

A loving moment between Mary and Jack is interrupted by a call from Maeve that Tom is dead.  Unaware that Delia can see, Pat fails to guard his facial expression around her, making her aware that something is terribly wrong between them.  When an enraged Mary is unable to accept the fact that she led Tom's killers straight to him, Jack reassures her and tells her that Tom wanted her to know that none of this was her fault.  Later, Maeve becomes suspicious when after Bob arrives, Bucky pulls him to the side to talk to him.  Frank becomes agitated when Rae tells him that if Jill is worth anything, she will agree to wait until after the election for them to get together.  Just as he is about to lose his temper with her, Maeve calls and delivers the news that Tom is dead.  Before leaving, Frank tells Rae that they will continue their conversation at a later date.

Episode 694 March 3, 1978

When Delia becomes uncooperative with Dr. Pagano, he warns her that unless she changes there will be serious problems ahead.  Maeve comforts Jack when he confesses to her his fears of death and losing the people he loves.  Jill tells Seneca that while she believes that he loves Edmund more than anyone, they cannot pick up where they left off.  Delia refuses Rogers advice when he tells her to work harder at letting go of Pat and the Ryans.  Jack runs into a brick wall when he tries to find out from Bob what the police are doing about Tom's shooting.  Liam sends a copy of Tom's obituary home letting his father know that he is dead.

Episode 695 March 6, 1978

Bob becomes uncomfortable when Johnny questions him about Tom's killer.  Frank tells Jack of his plans to pursue Jill against Rae's wishes.  Mary feels guilty about leading Tom's killer to him and sets out to receive some motherly comfort.  When Pat looses his patience with her, Delia fears that she will lose him.  Mary listens as Maeve delivers Tom's message that she is not responsible for what happened.  Later, the two become concerned when they realize that no one has heard from Faith.  At Tom's funeral, Johnny makes eulogizes as Liam listens in the background.  Maeve becomes concerned when Faith slips out unnoticed during the middle of the service.  After everyone leaves, Liam peeks into the casket and leaves, not very happy.

Episode 696 March 7, 1978

As the Ryans have a small memorial for Tom at the bar, Faith answer the door to Tom's apartment thinking it to be Bucky and is surprised when Liam pushes his way in.  Rae realizes that the best way to get Frank's attention is to mount a full-fledged campaign.  When Faith tries to convince Liam that Tom is dead, Liam threatens her and Tom emerges from the hidden room.  When Frank visits Rae, she turns on her charm and Frank finds himself thoroughly tempted.  Mary regrets that Tom and Faith could not find what she and Jack have together.  As Liam and Tom confront one another, Liam threatens to finish the job he came to do.  When Faith throws a pot of hot water in Liam's face, Liam drops the gun giving Tom a chance to run out the door.   While looking for the gun, Faith hears a scream and is terrified when she hears someone fall off of the roof.

Episode 697 March 8, 1978

Faith finds Tom alive and realizes that it was Liam that fell to his death.  After making sure that Tom is okay, she calls the hospital and Bob.  Frank tells Jill that he has his priorities straight and the two agree to see if they can make it work.  When Tom is settled in at the hospital, Bob promises to delay immigration as long as possible and prepares to deal with the legalities of Liam's death.  Jill is hopeful when Frank makes a concerted effort to spend quality time with her and Edmund.  As Tom worries, Faith calms and convinces him to get some needed rest.  After he drifts off to sleep, Faith heads to Ryan's to let them in on the truth.

Episode 698 March 9, 1978

Faith gathers everyone at Ryan's and after explaining that Tom is alive, she apologizes for having to lie; she convinces them that it was for the best.  When Pat delivers the news to Delia, she is pleased to know that Faith will have Tom to distract her after all.  Faith admits to Mary how deep her feelings are for Tom.  Frank is excited when he learns that Tom is alive.  Later, while visiting with Little John, Frank discusses with Jack the feelings he has for Jill.  When Johnny tells Maeve that Faith and Bucky did not trust them with the truth, Maeve gets him to see that there was no other way to handle it.  Later, the two decide to take a cruise.  Delia is alarmed when Pat refuses to make love to her; she fears that this is a sign that Pat is going to leave her as soon as she is better.

Episode 699 March 10, 1978

Jill prepares to tell Seneca the truth when he presses her to know where they stand.  Faith tells Tom that he is well enough to go home and promises that she will go with him.  Bob visits Tom with news that he spoke with Liam's father and that he truly believes that Tom is dead.  He advises Tom to straighten out his business with immigration.  Delia becomes jealous when she learns that Maeve and Johnny are going on a cruise.  Seneca becomes furious when he learns that Jill is getting back together with Frank.  Tom admits his feelings to Faith and that he has fallen in love with her.  When Faith expresses her sympathy to Tom about his former love, Tom thanks her and is pleased that he has someone as loving and understanding as her.

Episode 700 March 13, 1978

When Seneca tells Roger that Jill is ruining her life by getting back together with Frank, Roger tells him that there is nothing that he can do about it.  Jill arrives at Frank's office to invite him to dinner and finds him on his way to Rae's dinner party.  Later, Rae manages to interrupt the intimacy between the two when she calls and asks Frank to come over.  When she overhears Maeve describing her vacation plans with Jack, Delia sulks.  Roger becomes disgusted with Delia when he learns she plans to ruin Maeve and Johnny's plans of their vacation.  At Rae's apartment, Frank becomes uncomfortable when he finds himself attracted to Rae and is relieved when his parents arrive.

Episode 701 March 14, 1978

When her dinner party is over, Rae continues her efforts to charm the individual members of Frank's team.  Tom feels free for the first time in years knowing that all of his troubles are behind him.  He expresses his regret when Faith leaves him to sleep alone.  Bob becomes jealous when he finds Alicia comfortable with Bucky.  At Maeve's urging, Frank announces to the group his decision to run for the Senate.  Faith is comforted by Tom after having a nightmare about people falling.  Frank's commitment to run for the Senate leads him dangerously close to a sexual involvement with Rae.

Episode 702 March 15, 1978

An ecstatic Frank pays visits Jill to share his decision to run for the Senate and becomes apologetic when she reminds him that it is 1 am.  Maeve tells Johnny her discomfort with Rae and fears what she could do to Frank.  Later, Delia interrupts them as they are reading a letter from Siobhan.  When she hears that Siobhan may be coming home, Delia wonders if Mary knows.  Mary and Jack are in domestic turmoil as they disagree how to handle Ryan and her teething.  Later, Mary tells Jack that Faith and Tom are in love.  Frank is excited when Jill accepts his invitation to spend St. Patrick's Day with his family.  While quietly slipping their vacation brochures in her pocket, Delia tells Maeve and Johnny that she and Pat deserve a vacation and that she plans to talk to him as soon as possible.

Episode 703 March 16, 1978

Maeve and Johnny are very happy with Jill and Edmund's presence at their St. Patrick's Day party.  Clem gives an update on Seneca's condition and the fact that he is not taking the Jill and Frank situation well.  Mary feels no sympathy for him.  Delia infuriates Pat when she presses him hard about taking a vacation.  Later, a whining Delia tries to tell Maeve how much Pat needs a vacation and is upset when Maeve refuses to allow her to spoil the party.  Rae arrives at the celebration and is unhappy when she sees Frank, Jill, Edmund, and Little John together like a family.  Later, when Rae learns that Jill has invited Frank to a late supper, she sets up an appointment and holds him to his promise.   Covering her disappointment, a supportive Jill expresses her understanding and hopes that Frank will reschedule soon.

Episode 704 March 17, 1978

Maeve and Johnny share concern to how Jill will react to Rae's spiriting Frank away when the two clearly had plans.  Delia tries to stop Pat from leaving after the two have another vacation spat and he tells her she'd better be prepared to hear a thing or two that she will not like.  When a furious Jill visits Roger, she is forced to face the fact that if she wants Frank, she will have to pursue him.  Hoping to deceive Maeve and Johnny out of their vacation, a determined Delia informs them of Pat's drug addiction.  Faith fills Tom in on St. Patrick's Day at the Ryan's and shares some loving moments with him in the process.  After promising Delia not to tell Pat how they found out about his addiction, Maeve and Johnny discuss giving him and Delia their cruise.

Episode 705 March 20, 1978

Frank apologizes to Jill for not being able to keep their date and gives her an idea:  he wants her to work on his campaign.  Johnny confirms Delia's news about Pat with Bucky and leaves with even more concern for Pat.  Rae objects when Frank tells her about Jill working on the campaign, but gives in hoping to make Frank happy.  An angry Seneca signs himself out of the hospital before he is released.  Later, Jill is offended when Seneca is rude with her for no apparent reason.  Maeve and Johnny share their hurt that Pat did not tell them about his addiction and discuss whether to give up their vacation.  Furious with Frank, Rae decides to think of a way to make trouble for Frank and Jill.

Episode 706 March 21, 1978

Rae devises a mysterious plan to keep Jill away from Frank's campaign.  Alicia becomes concerned when Rae is certain that after this meeting, Jill will no longer be a problem.  Faith is surprised when she arrives at Tom's apartment and notices how well he is recuperating.  Later, Faith becomes hesitant when Tom continues to pressure her to become romantically involved.  Rae persuades Seneca to be on a medical panel at a meeting that will be attended by Frank and Jill.  When Faith tries to slow things down between her and Tom, she finds him impossible to resist.  When Rae invites Maeve to be on the medical board panel, Maeve and Johnny realize that their trip was not meant to be.

Episode 707 March 22, 1978

Tom is surprised when Faith admits that she wasn't a very giving person the first time she fell in love.  Pat is close to losing his patience with Delia when he arrives home and she clings to him in desperation.  Later, Delia is ecstatic when Maeve and Johnny offer their vacation to her and Pat.  After their announcement, Jack arrives with a bon voyage present for Maeve.  When Bob shares with Alicia his concern that Jill is included in the campaign, Alicia is forced to make a decision and remains loyal to Rae.  Later, when Rae learns what Alicia has done, she gives her a raise.  Tom prevents Faith from exploring their relationship too deeply and tells her that he is content with things the way they are.  As Maeve and Johnny face their disappointment, Delia rejoices that she has gotten her way.

Episode 708 March 23, 1978

Mary is furious when she learns that Delia has somehow managed to get Maeve and Johnny's vacation.  Rae and Frank arrive at Jill's apartment to welcome her to the campaign in person and supply her with information about the panel.  When Rae refuses to acknowledge Jill and Edmund as a part of Frank's life, she succeeds in unsettling Jill.  Mary tells Maeve that Delia does not deserve their vacation and begs her to take the time for her and Johnny.  Eavesdropping, Delia enters and accuses Mary of trying to cause trouble for her and Pat.  Frank reassures Jill about Rae and the two share a few nice moments together and a kiss.  Delia fails when she tries to convince Mary that this trip is something that she needs to regain her sight.  Later, Mary tells Maeve that she doesn't think it's a good idea for Pat to be sentenced to seven days on a vacation with Delia.

Episode 709 March 24, 1978

Hoping to place Seneca in the right frame of mind for her plan, Rae invites him to drop by early for a drink before the panel begins.  Johnny tells Pat that he and Faith belong together and convinces him to tell her how he feels before he goes on the cruise.  Maeve and Delia learn from Faith that things are serious between her and Tom and Delia cannot resist flaunting her trip with Pat.  Rae, who gives Seneca too much to drink, and who hears the anger in his voice when he talks about Jill, knows that the evening will prove to be fascinating.  Moments before leaving to tell Faith the truth, Pat is horrified when he learns from Delia that Faith and Tom are living together.

Episode 710 March 27, 1978[MISSING]

Episode 711 March 28, 1978[MISSING]

Episode 712 March 29, 1978[MISSING]

Episode 713 March 30, 1978[MISSING]

Episode 714 March 31, 1978[MISSING]

April 1978 Daily Recaps

Episode 715 April 3, 1978

Howard is hopeful about spending time with Delia when he sees the strain in her and Pat's relationship.  As Rae and Seneca come to understand one another better, Seneca tells her that he would like to see her again.  Jill shares with Frank some fears that she has for their future.  When Pat drifts off to sleep, Delia fantasizes that he is again wildly in love with her.  Jill explains to Frank the need for her to protect herself and Edmund.  After Seneca leaves, Rae tells Alicia that he could prove to be very useful to her.  Delia becomes angry when Pat refuses to wake up and take her to a late night movie.

Episode 716 April 4, 1978

When Faith finds Tom worrying about the letter from the Immigration office, she suggests that he call Frank right away.  Rae makes an appointment to see Frank and is glad to know that he spent the night at home without Jill.  Later, as the two organize a press conference, Rae is greatly satisfied when Frank expresses jealousy with Rae spending so much time with Seneca.  Jack and Johnny have a disagreement about Siobhan.  Later, Johnny invites Jill and Edmund to Frank's press conference.  Frank offers to help Tom with his immigration problems.  At the press conference, Frank plays with Edmund and is unaware that his picture was taken with Edmund.

Episode 717 April 5, 1978

When Delia realizes that Mrs. Simpson knows that she is not blind, she panics thinking that Pat will find out.  Faith tells Mary and Jack about Tom's immigration problem and is hopeful when Mary suggests a solution.  When Mary suggests that Faith marries Tom to keep him in the country, Faith is concerned about what would happen if she doesn't decide to marry him.  Frank pays a spontaneous visit to Jill and apologizes to her for not having enough time to devote to her.  Jill tells him that as long as they can spend quality time together, they will be able to preserve what they have through November.  Afraid that they will see Mrs. Simpson, Delia feigns a stomach illness.

Episode 718 April 6, 1978

Faith shocks Jill and Roger when she tells them she is considering marrying Tom to keep him from being deported.  When Delia continues to make excuses for leaving the cabin, Pat insists that she go out on the deck with him to enjoy their lovely vacation that his parents gave them.  Despite Jill's advice, Faith is inclined to follow Roger's advice and considers marrying Tom.  Jill tells her there will be trouble on Tom's end considering the marriage as a ruse, because he is already in love with her.  Delia uses a hat and mounds of sunscreen in hopes of hiding her identity.  When Howard sees Delia, he warns that if his wife sees her there, her secret will be exposed.  After suggesting marriage as a possible solution to his immigration problem, Faith is surprised by Tom's hesitant reaction.

Episode 719 April 7, 1978

When Faith consults Maeve about marrying Tom, Maeve tells her that it would be the wrong thing to do.  Jack arrives to see Tom, who is drunk.  When Frank turns down the chance to do a prominent interview, Rae persuades Frank to cancel his time with Jill and meet Judy Johnson instead.  Jack confirms the danger Tom will be in if he does not rectify his immigration problems.  As he talks to Tom, he realizes that the more Tom drinks, the more possessive he becomes about Faith.  Rae solicits the House Association backing for Frank.  Later, Rae enjoys her time with Maeve as she learns about Frank's childhood.  An angry Tom tells Pat that that the only reason that he does not have Faith's love is because of Pat.

Episode 720 April 10, 1978

When Judy arrives to do an interview with Frank, she quickly gets things on a relaxed basis.  Concerned about Judy's objectiveness, Rae decides to drop in on the interview at Frank's office.  Troubled with Tom's behavior, Jack recounts the story of Tom's drinking to Johnny, which offends Johnny greatly.  When Rae overhears a personal moment between Judy and Frank, she becomes angry and stalks away.  Faith tells Jack and Johnny that marrying Tom may be the only option that he has.  Worried, Jack advises that she use caution.  Judy leaves Frank with the promise of seeing him again soon.  Rae arranges a transfer for Judy to a different paper to get her out of the way.

Episode 721 April 11, 1978

Mrs. Simpson confronts Delia, when she observes her playing blind.  Faith finds a hung over Tom on the couch where Jack left him.  After listening to the reasons why he cannot marry her, Faith insists.  Clem angers Seneca when he actively campaigns on Frank's behalf.  Later, Seneca tells Bucky his concern that Jill and Edmund are being drawn more closely to Frank; he tells him that this time he will not interfere.  Delia threatens Mrs. Simpson if she tells Pat the truth.  Unshaken, Mrs. Simpson leaves to find Pat and tell him the truth.  Tom tells Faith that it is unfair of her to marry him when she is still in love with Pat.  Unsure of his future, Tom agrees to accept Faith's offer.  Mrs. Simpson finds Pat and asks if he has a moment to talk with her about Delia.

Episode 722 April 12, 1978

Ambition for his campaign is triggered when Frank reads the Judy Johnson interview.  Judy arrives at Rae's apartment to discuss that she has been promoted to Washington.  Mrs. Simpson tells Pat about finding Delia and Howard in her cabin and shocks him when she tells him that Delia can see.  Judy figures out that her new job in Washington is actually a transfer.  Tom and Faith announce to the Ryan clan their plans for an immediate wedding and receive mixed reactions.  Mrs. Simpson convinces Pat to find out the truth about Delia.  Later, to determine if Delia can in fact see, Pat throws Delia a hairbrush in the air and Delia catches it instinctively.

Episode 723 April 13, 1978

As Frank and Rae share a moment of excitement over the campaign, sexual feelings stir between the two.  Exposed, Delia admits that that she has been able to see for some time and tells him that she lied to keep him from going to Faith.  Pat tells her that it is over.  Faith and Tom announce to Jill and Roger that they plan to get married as soon as possible.  When Roger expresses his reservation and begs her to wait until Pat returns, Faith tells him that she refuses to live her life waiting for Pat to finally leave Delia.  Frank tells Rae that although he is attracted to her, he refuses to be unfaithful to Jill.  Rae is pleased and thinks that it will just be a matter of time before they are married.  Pat tells Delia that the trip is over and that they are going home on the next flight.

Episode 724 April 14, 1978

Frank thanks Clem for the House Association's endorsing his campaign.  As he does, Seneca enters and accuses Frank of walking over anyone to get elected.  Pat and Delia's return home is delayed by a tropical storm.  Faith tells Bucky of her decision to marry Tom, immediately.  Frank becomes angry enough to take a swing at Seneca when he accuses him of exploiting Jill and Edmund.  Tired of hearing that she should talk to Pat, Faith tells Bucky that she refuses to restructure her life waiting for Pat to come back to her.  A hopeless Delia begs Pat for another chance.  Having overheard the heated exchange between Seneca and Frank, Rae gets Seneca alone and makes him a promise that if he just gives it time she will make sure that he has a future with Jill and Edmund.

Episode 725 April 17, 1978

On the morning of Faith's wedding, Roger congratulates her, but can't help wishing that she were marrying Pat instead of Tom.  Delia begs Pat to not cut their vacation short.  Johnny reprimands Jack when he questions Frank about whether he is ready to give all he has in the race for the Senate.  Later, Johnny receives a call that Siobhan is in jail.  Faith is near tears when Roger mentions that their father would have been proud of her and asks if he can be the one to give her away.  Mary upsets Johnny when she criticizes Siobhan.  As Faith and Roger go over the last minute details for the wedding, Roger wishes that Pat were there to stop Faith.  When Delia begs Pat to let them enjoy the rest of their trip, he tells her that he refuses to act as if things are okay.  When the boat docks, Delia and Pat start their trip home, against Delia's wishes.  They will arrive just in time for the wedding.

Episode 726 April 18, 1978

Frank makes a favorable impression on Jill when he arrives with the wedding cake during the pre-wedding preparations.  Tom thanks Maeve and Johnny for all that they have done and expresses his hopes of making Faith happy.  Rae demands that Frank spend less time at the wedding and more time devoted to the campaign.  When Frank refuses to give in to her demands, Rae likes him more for it.  Later, Frank informs Jill that he has the night free and is delighted when she makes plans to spend it with him.  As the wedding gets underway, Pat and Delia arrive home at Ryan's where they learn from Kevin about the wedding.  Pat runs off and arrives at the critical moment in the ceremony.

Episode 727 April 19, 1978

A discouraged Pat stands helplessly at the back of the room and watches while Faith marries Tom.  When Faith notices him, Pat manages to offer his congratulations without becoming emotional.  Later, when Maeve asks about Delia, Pat tells her and Johnny about Delia's deception with Roger overhearing.  Bucky offers Faith his blessing and tells her that happiness is what she deserves.  An anxious Delia leaves Ryan's hoping to stop Pat from trying to get Faith back.  Maeve keeps her yearlong promise to Faith and sings at her wedding.  Later, Faith is disgusted when she learns Delia deceived Pat and the Ryans about her eyes.  When Delia arrives, she picks a fight with Faith and accuses her of trying to steal Pat from her.

Episode 728 April 20, 1978

Refusing to buy Delia's smokescreen, Pat asks Faith to tell him the truth about Delia's miscarriage.  When Faith becomes upset that Delia and Pat are ruining her wedding day, Roger comes to her rescue and offers to tell Pat all that he wants to hear.  Later, when Faith tells Tom that Pat's marriage is ending, Tom tells her to not regret the feelings she had for Pat and assures her that they will make their marriage work.  When Roger tells Pat the whole truth, Delia confesses and gives him permission to ask Dr. Pagano and Father McShane everything.  Later, Pat tells Delia not to return to Ryan's because their marriage is over.  Jack reassures Faith and Tom and that he is happy for them.  Bob is appalled when he finds out what Delia has done.  When she leaves hysterically, Roger tells Bob to get Maeve and Johnny to the house to keep her away.

Episode 729 April 21, 1978

Delia tries to plead her case with Pat, but gets nowhere.  When she begins to have a tantrum, Maeve and Johnny arrive with Bob.  Frank and Jill agree that although Tom is not the one that they wanted to see with Faith, they are happy for them.  Later, Frank tells Jill of his plan to get an annulment from Delia and asks her to marry him.  Maeve and Johnny are horrified when they learn of Delia's deceiving Pat.  When Pat tells them that the marriage is over, Delia threatens to kill herself.  Frank and Jill make love.  Pat asks Bob to see Delia back to at the apartment and leaves her alone to face the wrath of Maeve and Johnny.

Episode 730 April 24, 1978

When Maeve and Johnny tell Delia their disappointment and sense of betrayal, Delia realizes that she has lost their love for good.  Polly supports Rae in her quest to find Frank and tells her to keep calling Jill's apartment.  When they answer, Rae hangs up realizing that Frank spent the night with her.  Bucky is outraged and sympathetic for Pat when he learns of Delia's deception.  When he asks Pat what he is going to do, Pat tells him there has to be an answer somewhere.  Delia becomes discouraged when she realizes that Bob has disowned her.  Jill and Frank enjoy one another's company and both look forward to married life together.  Rae confesses to Polly that she is in love with Frank.  Delia becomes distraught when Bob leaves her alone - for good.

Episode 731 April 25, 1978

When Frank promises to be there for Jill and Edmund, Jill promises to be patient and understanding about the campaign.  A concerned Roger visits Delia and begs her to see Dr. Pagano as soon as possible.  Maeve and Johnny express their disappointment in Delia's behavior and Johnny has a hard time forgiving her.  Frank tells Jill that he is sure that the annulment will go through as soon as possible for Pat.  A somber Jill realizes that if the annulment does not go through, they will have to wait until after the election to get married.  A disoriented Delia wanders off the elevator in neurology and angers Bucky, but worries Clem, who knows that something is definitely wrong with her.

Episode 732 April 26, 1978

When Frank tells Johnny and Bob that Jill has agreed to marry him, he learns of Delia's latest tricks and deception.  Father McShane becomes concerned for Delia when she arrives at his office behaving strangely and tells him what has happened.  Tom and Faith agree that no matter what they have to try to make their marriage real.  Rae accuses Frank of going back on his promise to give all to the campaign.  Frank then tells her that he and Jill are planning to get married as soon as possible.  Later, Rae admits to Alicia that she has fallen in love with Frank.  Delia tells her dead mother that the Ryans have condemned her and fears that God is punishing her for all that she has done.

Episode 733 April 27, 1978[MISSING]

Episode 734 April 28, 1978[MISSING]

May 1978 Daily Recaps

Episode 735 May 1, 1978

When Frank tells Johnny and Bob that Jill has agreed to marry him, he learns of Delia's latest tricks and deception.  Father McShane becomes concerned for Delia when she arrives at his office behaving strangely and tells him what has happened.  Tom and Faith agree that no matter what they have to try to make their marriage real.  Rae accuses Frank of going back on his promise to give all to the campaign.  Frank then tells her that he and Jill are planning to get married as soon as possible.  Later, Rae admits to Alicia that she has fallen in love with Frank.  Delia tells her dead mother that the Ryans have condemned her and fears that God is punishing her for all that she has done.

Episode 736 May 2, 1978

When Roger tells Jill about Pat and Delia's break-up, Jill can't help but to feel sad for Faith.  Later, as Jill is telling Roger that she and Frank are getting married, Seneca overhears and lists three reasons why their marriage will fail.  Frank learns from Father McShane that although he is pulling for him and Jill, an annulment may not be entirely possible.  Seneca tells Jill that her marriage to Frank will only happen if it fits into his schedule.  He becomes angry when Jill tells him that if he ever truly loved her, he would not be treating her this way now.  Frank tells Pat that he should see Faith as soon as possible and tell her how he feels.  Later Frank tells Seneca that he is a sore loser when Seneca accuses him of making promises to Jill that he cannot keep.

Episode 737 May 3, 1978

Maeve has an emotional outburst after thinking of how much Delia has hurt the family.  Johnny receives a call from Siobhan and finds out that something is clearly wrong.  The honeymoon hits a rough spot when Tom flies into a rage after Faith teases him.  Tempers between Mary and Johnny flare over Siobhan when he overhears her warning Jack to beware of talking too much about Siobhan when he is around.  Seeing the hurt he has caused, Tom apologizes to Faith and promises that nothing like this will ever happen again.  Jack becomes angry when he realizes that his opinion regarding Johnny does not matter.  When Mary tells him that Siobhan will generate more trouble than he can imagine, Jack tells her he can't wait.

Episode 738 May 4, 1978

Roger is worried about Delia when he goes to her apartment and finds the door wide open and other strange things, but no Delia.  At her mother's gravesite, Delia tells her mother that she has nowhere to go and asks if she can stay with her.  Home from their honeymoon, Tom becomes concerned when Faith tells him that he should keep his old apartment so he can have a place to call his own.  A sorrowful Delia tells her mother that it is her own fault that her life is ruined.  When Roger tells Bob about Delia's strange behavior, Bob thinks that she is crying wolf and refuses to believe she is in trouble.  Jill makes Tom feel like a part of the family when she gives them a wedding gift from Ireland.  Later, both Faith and Tom are pleased when Jill shares tells them news about her upcoming marriage.  As Roger tries to convince Bob that something is wrong with Delia, Delia gathers her things from her mother's gravesite and disappears.

Episode 739 May 5, 1978

Faith is stunned when she learns from Clem that Pat and Delia have broken up for good this time.  When Pat enters the lounge, Clem leaves him alone with Faith.  Rae is upset when she does not find Frank at his apartment and fears that he is with Jill, which he is.  Frank and Jill share a pleasant morning and can't wait until they can live together.  Pat tells Faith that his marriage to Delia is over.  Later, Faith becomes angry when Pat suggests that something else must be done to solve Tom's immigration problem so that they can finally be together.  Father McShane tells Frank the bad news that an annulment is unlikely between now and the election.  Later, Rae uses Frank's disappointment as an opportunity to get what she wants.  When Pat makes another desperate attempt to get Faith to end her marriage with Tom, Faith pleads with him to understand that her choice has been made and she cannot go back on it.  While the two are talking, Tom enters the staff lounge and is caught off guard when he finds her with Pat.

Episode 740 May 8, 1978

Faith assures Tom that she can manage her feelings with Pat.  Later, Tom finds Pat in the corridor and asks if the two can have a moment to talk.  Roger becomes even more concerned about Delia when Dr. Pagano confirms his suspicions that there is something seriously wrong with her.  Jill is disappointed when Frank gives her the bad news about the annulment.  Later, Seneca feels bad for Jill when he finds out that she and Frank will have to wait until after the election to be married.  Tom tells Pat that he had his chance with Faith and asks him to give their marriage a chance; Pat agrees to respect his wishes.  Later, Roger admits to Pat the part that he played in Delia's breakdown.  He fails to draw Pat's sympathy when he tells him that now is really the time to be concerned for Delia.

Episode 741 May 9, 1978

Rae becomes upset when Frank puts her off for a lunch appointment with Jill.  Later, a vindictive Rae sends reporters to Lem's hoping to ruin his lunch date.  Mary apologizes to Pat for her role in getting Tom and Faith together and tells him that she only did it because she thought that he was unavailable.  Surprised at the interruption, Frank invites the reporters to lunch with him while he answers their questions.  When Jill sees the reporters, she waves goodbye to Frank and heads back to the office.  Later, Seneca overhears Jill telling Pat about missing lunch and gets an idea.  Rae offers Jack a job and is politely refused.  Seneca takes Jill lunch and is rewarded with a truce.  Rae is pleased when she overhears Frank postponing a dinner appointment with Jill for a meeting that he is to have with her.

Episode 742 May 10, 1978

Frank learns that Delia is missing and that the family is taking it seriously.  Delia wakes up in the park after sleeping there all night.  When Mary realizes that her life is disorganized, she yearns for some normality and feels the only way to get that is to change jobs.  Delia arrives home and realizes that she is locked out of her apartment.  As Frank and Maeve discuss the annulment and his situation with Jill, Frank learns from Maeve that Delia got pregnant with Little John on purpose.  A tired and confused Delia rings the doorbell and wonders why no one will let her in.  Mary tells the family that she is looking for a new job.  Later, the Ryan children plan a mother's day surprise that Maeve won't forget.  Frank offers Pat help with the annulment.  Angel finds Delia in the park and realizes that something is wrong.

Episode 743 May 11, 1978

When Angel tells Alicia that he found Delia in the park, she calls Bob.  Rae is concerned when she realizes the effect that a missing Delia will have on the campaign.  Delia goes to the bank to withdraw all of her money.  Frank warns Pat to not get himself caught up in Delia's rescue or anything else, as long as the annulment proceedings are going forth.  Rae arrives with news that Delia was spotted in the park and insists to Frank that this situation be handled carefully.  Delia makes a scene at the bank when she demands all of her money.  Pat is grateful for Bucky's friendship because of the plans he made for them in an effort to get his mind off of Faith.  Rae offers to send Delia to a sanitarium in Argentina.  Delia gets all of her money and wanders off.  Concerned for her, the bank manager makes a phone call.

Episode 744 May 12, 1978

Mary and Frank warn Pat against giving in to the urge to rescue Delia and assure him that she will find someone else to take on that role.  Delia meets a kind stranger in the park.  As Mother's Day preparations ensue, Maeve and Jill spend some quality time together.  Rae arrives at Ryan's with news that reporters will be on hand to take pictures of the celebration.  When the reporters arrive, things become a little sticky after they try to get Jill and Edmund to be a part of a family picture.  Sneakily, Lloyd offers to help Delia get a job and finds her a place to stay for the night; she accepts his offer.  During an emotional confrontation with Rae, Jill agrees to only see Frank in private.

Episode 745 May 15, 1978

After hearing Delia's story, Lloyd tells her that he might be able to help because he takes special interest in girls like her.  When Faith drops off a Mother's Day gift to Jill, the two share confidences about their lives and the men they love.  Lloyd pours drink after drink for Delia and frightens her when he tries to force her to have sex with him.  Seneca takes a Mother's Day gift to Jill and is rewarded when Jill invites him to a game of chess.  Later, Jill admits to Seneca that she no longer feels Delia has everything that she loves.  Delia throws her purse at Lloyd when he tries to attack her causing her money to spill on the floor.  When Lloyd sees the money, he leaps on the floor to count it, which gives Delia a chance to escape by jumping through the window.

Episode 746 May 16, 1978

As Seneca and Jill wrap up a wonderful evening together, Frank arrives.  The Ryans are concerned when Roger tells them that Delia withdrew all of her money from the bank and disappeared.  After jumping out of the window, Delia is seen lying face down in an alley.  Maeve and Johnny share their excitement about the cruise and their concern about Siobhan.  Jill and Frank have a small argument over Seneca because Frank has a problem that the two of them are friends.  Jill assures him that Seneca is just her friend and that he will always be the man that she loves.  Mary is thrilled when she receives numerous wedding gifts from Jack, including a new wedding ring.

Episode 747 May 17, 1978

Roger is terribly concerned about Delia and convinces Faith that something has happened to her.  After a fun-filled morning, Frank and Jill schedule time together for later in the afternoon.  When Seneca decides to give Jill the family chess set, Bucky realizes that he has not given up on her.  Seneca tells Bucky that Frank's ambition is going to come between him and Jill and when it does, Seneca plans to be waiting for her.  Later, Frank allows an unscheduled meeting to come between him and Jill.  When Pat oversees Tom and Faith sharing a loving moment in Ryan's, he pulls a young nurse on the dance floor to hide his pain.  When Faith sees him, she reacts peculiarly, which Tom observes and manages for them to leave.  Responding to a light knock on the door, Roger is surprised when he opens the door and a disheveled Delia falls into his arms.

Episode 748 May 18, 1978

Roger cares for a frightened and battered Delia and becomes concerned when she asks him to call her mother.  When Frank tells Rae of Mary's problems at Channel R, Rae offers to hire Mary for the campaign and is rewarded when Frank impulsively leans over and kisses her.  When Delia continues to bring up unresolved issues from the past, Bob becomes concerned and agrees with Roger that Delia should rest at his house instead of being admitted in the hospital.  Rae offers Mary a job, with assurance that after the election she will be placed at the Woodard television station, and is pleased when she accepts.  When a confused Delia tells Roger that she is not sure why everyone is upset with her, Roger assures her that everything will be okay.

Episode 749 May 19, 1978

When Frank promises Jill that he will be home at 7:30, she allows Seneca to come over to visit Edmund before he goes to bed, hoping that he will be gone before Frank arrives.  Frank is pleased when Rae tells him that Mary accepted the job with his campaign.  Bob delivers the news about Delia to the Ryans and expresses his concern of her current emotional conditional and wonders if it is permanent.  When Seneca delivers the chess set to Jill, she thanks him but refuses to let him stay and play a game because she is expecting Frank.  As Frank prepares to leave the office, Rae convinces him to go to the picnic of a few city leaders and assures him that it will not take long.  Mary tells Jack about her new job with Rae and the campaign.  The two get into a heated debate when he tells her that accepting the job was a mistake.  Seneca angers Jill when he comes back to her apartment tells her that Frank is at a picnic in the park.

Episode 750 May 22, 1978

Tension arises between Jill and Frank when he arrives late and becomes upset when she refuses to stop working to accommodate him.  Pat is relieved when Maeve tells him that Delia has been found and is safely at Roger's apartment.  Later, when Pat and Faith share a joyous moment for Angel's progress, Tom is troubled when he realizes that the two still have a strong connection with one another.  Frank accuses Jill of reverting back to her introverted ways when she refuses to tell him why she is upset.  When Frank shares his day with her, Jill gives in and allows him to take her to bed, although not everything is okay.  Jealous over the memories that she has with Pat, Tom asks Faith to go to the beach house with him to put some romance in their relationship.  In bed with Frank asleep, Jill regrets not having been honest about her feelings with Frank; she is concerned about what the campaign is doing to their relationship.

Episode 751 May 23, 1978

Maeve pays a visit to Delia and learns from Roger that Delis is very troubled.  Later, Roger tells Maeve that he is going to be tough with Delia in order for her to seek professional help.  At Lem's with Seneca, Jill runs into an ex-congressman and becomes dismayed when he tells her that when Frank makes it to the Senate, his life will not be his own.  Tom and Faith enjoy their afternoon together at the beach house making love.  Roger refuses to encourage Delia's helplessness.  He tells her that for him to help, she has to go and see Dr. Pagano.  When her hysterical fits fails to move him, Delia realizes that Roger is serious and agrees.  Jose gives Jill an account of the demands that Frank will face in public office in Washington.  Jill realizes that in no way is this the life that she wants to live.

Episode 752 May 24, 1978

Jill tells Mary about her conversation with Jose and her fears that it will not be easy to be with Frank.  When Mary asks how her lunch was with Seneca, Jill tells her that Seneca is just a friend and will continue to be as long as he does not try to run her life.  During an intense appointment with Dr. Pagano, Delia realizes that she has spent her life dependent on the Ryans; she is forced to face the fact that her own lies are the reason for her unhappiness.  When Frank arrives home late, he wakes up Jill expecting a loving response, but is confused when she becomes enraged.  When she tells him it is unfair to expect her to share her life at all hours of the morning, Frank accuses her of not being willing to share their time together.

Episode 753 May 1, 1978

After giving a television interview, Frank becomes uncomfortable when reporters decide to come to Ryan's birthday party to gather extra footage.  Delia makes an effort to manipulate Roger and when her effort fails, she threatens to kill herself.  Roger refuses to be manipulated and warns Delia that he is not going to baby her.  If she is afraid to be alone, then it might be best if she goes into a mental hospital.  Frank tells Jill about the news coverage and asks her not to go to Ryan's party for the sake of the campaign.  Hurt, Jill agrees and calls Seneca as soon as Frank leaves.

Episode 754 May 25, 1978

When the reporters and party guests leave, Mary confronts Frank about Jill and Edmund's absence.  When Frank explains, Mary doesn't believe him; the two argue and Mary tells him that choosing politics over Jill was the wrong choice.  When Jill lays out the details for Seneca, he realizes that there is definitely something wrong between her and Frank.  When Mary tells Frank how she feels, he tells her that the campaign and publicity comes first and there is no reason he should have to justify any of this to her.  Later, Mary calls Jill and invites her for cake.  Tom is forced to control his anger when Faith expresses concern at the possibility of becoming pregnant.  Frank arrives at Jill's and is dismayed when he finds Seneca in Edmund's tunnel.

Episode 755 May 26, 1978

Frank tells Jill to get rid of Seneca; Jill tells him that he cannot dictate who comes into her house.  When Seneca notices the tension between the two, he leaves believing that things between Jill and Frank are not going well.  Delia tries again to manipulate Roger and becomes upset when he refuses to give in to her demands.  Later, Delia is served annulment papers.  Frank accuses Jill of confiding in Seneca; he tells her that she spends time with Seneca simply because she enjoys being with him.  Roger tells Delia that it is time to give up the Ryans once and for all; this is something that Delia is not ready to do.  When Frank arrives at Rae's apartment to find that his late evening meeting has been cancelled, he decides to stay and spend the rest of the evening with her.

Episode 756 E May 29, 1978

Assured that he has convinced Delia to stay at his apartment, Roger leaves moments before Delia decides to visit the Ryans.  Faith tells Jill that she is not ready to have a baby and shares her concern of Tom's anger.  When Jack oversees Tom taking out his frustration on a body bag, he asks him who he is trying to kill.  Maeve tells Delia that no matter what she does to change things, there is nothing she can do to stay married to Pat.  Roger sees Delia in Ryan's and leaves before she has a chance to see him.  Tom explains his frustration to Jack, but becomes upset when Jack tries to encourage him by telling him that at least his past is behind him now.  When Delia arrives back at Roger's, she finds him moving her out.  When she begs to stay, Roger tells her that she can continue to live with him only if she tells him the truth; she promises never to lie to him again.

Episode 757 May 30, 1978

When the two come face to face, Delia upsets Tom by telling him that Pat will always love Faith, no matter whom she is married to.  Faith and Pat struggle with their feelings for one another when they meet in the x-ray lab.  Delia upsets Tom further when she tells him that Faith is as obsessed with Pat as he is with her.  Jill seeks out Maeve for a bit of mothering and is comforted when she tells her that things may look bleak now, but everything will work out for her and Frank in the future.  In high spirits, Johnny carries his and Maeve's suitcases into the bar, ready to whisk her away to their magical cruise.  Before they leave, Mary brings her another sun hat, determined that she will have it for her trip.  When Faith arrives home and finds Delia there, Tom deliberately avoids telling her what they were discussing.  Later, Tom apologizes to Faith for getting angry over the children issue and promises he will never do it again.

Episode 758 May 31, 1978[MISSING]

June 1978 Daily Recaps

Episode 759 June 1, 1978

Faith finds Tom brooding in the dark and is troubled when again he refuses to tell her about his discussion with Delia.  Rae begins to establish a new level of intimacy with Frank when she gives him a relaxing hand massage.  She becomes upset when she is interrupted by a visit from Polly.  Faith visits Roger and threatens to sue for ownership of the Coleridge house if Roger fails to keep Delia out of her part of it.  Grateful for the interruption, Frank escapes from Rae's apartment, afraid what would have happened if Polly had not arrived.  Polly encourages Rae to pursue Frank and tells her if she wants him then she should have him.  A possessive Tom tells Faith that he cannot handle knowing Pat was her first lover and begs her to love only him.

Episode 760 June 2, 1978

Roger lays down the law for Delia, and tells her if she doesn't follow them she will have to move.  When Roger tells her that she must give up the Ryans, Delia is concerned of what is to become of her if she does.  Frank tells Mary about the argument he had with Jill over the party, and admits to her that he is purposely going home late so that Jill will be asleep when he gets there.  Armed with Roger's blessing, Delia leaves to face the Ryans in hopes of letting go of them.  Mary apologizes to Frank and tells him that she is happy about her new job, even if Jack is opposed to her taking it.  Delia apologizes to the Ryans and tells both Pat and Frank that she will not contest their annulment and divorce proceedings.

Episode 761 June 5, 1978

Tom is appalled when he finds a bruise on Faith's arm, and realizes that he was angry when he made love to her.  Roger rewards Delia for having faced the Ryans and tells her that he is looking forward to her new maturity so he can have her for himself.  When efforts to make up with Jill go awry, Frank makes plans for him and Jill to go to the beach house and have some family time together.  Tom explains to Faith why her silence bothers him; she promises to be more open with him in the future.  Frank is pleased when Rae expresses her approval at the way he is handling the campaign.  Deciding to take the day off, Jill prepares to go to the beach house and agrees to let Seneca go with her, making him promise to be gone before Frank arrives.

Episode 762 June 6, 1978

Jill thanks Seneca for spending the day with her and Edmund, but tells him that he has to leave before Frank arrives.  Against his better judgment, Frank accepts an invitation to a congressional dinner, forcing him to cancel his trip to the beach house with Jill.  Seneca secures an invitation to remain at the beach house with Jill, but is told that he will have to sleep alone.  Later, Seneca tells Jill that things with Frank are going to fall apart and that he will be there when they do.  Frank and Rae are excited with the evening's political prospects.  Maeve and Johnny share a romantic evening on the cruise.  Mary comes home after an emotional goodbye to Channel R and becomes upset when Jack questions her judgment about it.  Later, Jack decides to trust her judgment and let Mary do the job.  Away from one another, Frank and Jill are faced with temptations by both Rae and Seneca.

Episode 763 June 7, 1978

Although he is tempted, Frank tells Rae that he is in love with Jill and that they can only be friends.  When Rae tells him to go home and get some sleep, Frank tells her that he is going to the beach house to see Jill.  Seneca asks Jill to have a brandy with him before they go to bed.  When Roger goes to sleep and refuses to stay up to talk to her, Delia is forced to face her feelings of insecurity alone.  On the way to the beach house, Frank is tormented by his feelings for both Rae and Jill.  Jill sends Seneca to bed, alone.  Delia has an anxiety attack when she dreams of being separated from the Ryans and is comforted by Roger.  Rae and Polly share intense and honest feelings about the men in their lives.  At the beach house, Frank kisses a figure that he sees lying on the bed thinking it is Jill, but becomes enraged when he discovers that it is Seneca.

Episode 764 June 8, 1978

When Jill discovers that Frank has kissed Seneca, she and Seneca begin to laugh, which angers Frank.  Later, Frank accuses Jill of using Seneca as a substitute for him.  When he leaves, Jill consults with Seneca as to what she should do next.  Maeve and Johnny have a romantic time on the cruise.  Tom overhears Faith talking in her sleep and becomes distressed when he realizes that she is dreaming of Pat.  When Faith awakens, Tom clings to her not wanting to share her with anyone, even in her dreams.  Frank and Pat have a heart to heart talk about Jill and Faith.  Seneca is less than pleased when Jill decides to return to the apartment to smooth things over with Frank.

Episode 765 June 9, 1978

When Jill finds Frank waiting for her at the apartment, they immediately address the problems at hand.  Delia engages in a fantasy about her death, hoping that then the Ryans will be sorry when she is gone.  When she ends up in tears, Roger awakens and comforts her.  While discussing their problems, Jill and Frank see how deep their anger toward one another has grown and become frightened at what their future holds.  Roger reassures Delia and tells her that she will have to let go of the Ryan's completely before she is finally free.  Frank accuses Jill of being unwilling to meet him halfway with the campaign.  Later, when Frank accuses Jill of being unwilling to let Seneca go, Jill becomes angry and goes to bed.

Episode 766 June 12, 1978

Frank tells Mary of his problems with Jill at the beach house and her and refusal to let go of Seneca as her friend.  Delia tries to apologize to Tom and further upsets him when she continues to talk about Pat still loving Faith.  She later begs Tom not to tell Faith that they talked for fear of being moved out of the house.  Tom becomes angry and suspicious when he interrupts an innocent moment between Pat and Faith in the staff lounge.  As Mary tries to reassure Frank about Jill, Dave Feldman arrives with news about his daughter, Nancy.

Episode 767 June 13, 1978

Delia asks Roger if he will ever want to make love to her again.  Jack is furious when Mary is late arriving home from her first night at work because he interprets it as a sign of things to come.  When Roger tells Delia that he will not make love to her again until she is over her fascination with the Ryans, Delia asks what if she wants to make love to him.  Mary arrives home and apologizes to Jack about her lateness, but fails to reassure him.  Roger psychoanalyzes Delia's reasons for wanting to make love with him and tells her when the time is right it will happen.

Episode 768 June 14, 1978

Rae is puzzled at Frank's effort to dodge Jill when he asks Georgia to call and tell her that he will be late.  Later, a jealous Rae watches as Frank sees Nancy again for the first time in years.  When Jill gets the phone call from Georgia, she tells Faith that things are getting worse between her and Frank.  Faith tells Jill that Tom is a very angry person underneath all his gentleness and sweetness.  Roger visits Jill to find out how long it will take for Delia's annulment to go through.  Rae watches jealously as Frank and Nancy proceed to rush to the airport so she won't miss her flight.  Roger explains his hopes of Delia to Jill and tells her with a little time and cooperation from Delia, he will make her a changed woman.  On the way to the airport, Frank, Rae, Dave, and Nancy are in a terrible automobile accident.

Episode 769 June 15, 1978

In the wrecked car, Rae changes places with Frank and tells the police that she was the person driving.  Mary becomes upset when she lays out her new work schedule for Jack; he refuses to give her the benefit of the doubt.  In the emergency room, the doctor encourages Frank and tells him he will be all right, although Nancy may not be.  As Mary tries to convince Jack that she will not jeopardize their relationship, she gets a phone call from Pat telling her that Frank is in the hospital.  Rae tells Frank that she has told the police she was driving the car and that Dave corroborated the statement.  Pat arrives to look after Nancy and sits with her as she goes through x-ray, reassuring her that everything will work out.

Episode 770 June 16, 1978

A frantic Jill arrives at the hospital and is relieved when she finds out that Frank is not in immediate danger.  Later, when Jill witnesses the argument between Rae and Frank over the statement she gave to the police, Jill tells Rae that the hospital is not the place to start an argument with Frank.  Pat tells Faith of the conversation he had with Tom, convinced that he and Faith must avoid each other's company entirely.  Rae is put in place when she tries to override Frank's decision to straighten things out with the police.  Later, Frank sets the record straight and asks consideration for Rae.  He tells the officer that she meant no harm.  Alone with Jill, Rae asks her whose side she is on.  When Pat tells Dave the seriousness of Nancy's condition, Dave prepares to tell her the disappointing truth.  Rae accuses Jill of hanging around Frank in public to damage his political ambitions.  Later, Rae and Jill get into a disagreement about what is best for Frank and the two admit that they are not fond of one another.

Episode 771 June 19, 1978

Jill begins to understand how Rae feels about Frank when Rae tells her that she will be with Frank on a full time basis until November.  If necessary, she will be with him for as much time as he allows.  Later, Jill and Rae's heated discussion is interrupted by the arrival of Mary and Jack; Jill prepares to fill them in on what has happened.  As Tom quotes a poem to Faith, the two grow closer until Faith mistakenly calls him Pat.  When Jill tells Mary and Tom that Rae gave a false statement to the police, Jack feels it is worth writing in his column.  When Mary leaves to visit Frank, Jack asks Jill to describe everything from the beginning.  As Tom struggles to maintain control, he tells Faith that his feelings for Pat are not good.  Frank tells Jill that he can and will handle Rae whenever she does something to affect his morals.  Jack visits Frank to get the true story about the accident.  Seneca gives an "off the record" quote to a rival reporter about Rae's cover-up.  Rae tells Alicia that Jill does not deserve Frank and plans a ten day campaign swing to keep her from him.

Episode 772 June 20, 1978

At Ryan's, Tom has had too much to drink when Bob arrives with a report on Nancy and Frank.  When Bob tries to get him home, Tom becomes violent and wanders into the night, alone.  Seneca suggests to Jill that she admit Frank's life is not big enough to encompass both her and Rae, especially when Rae can give Frank what he wants.  As Jack settles in to type the story about the cover-up, Mary is concerned that it could have ramifications for her job.  Worried about Tom, Bob calls Faith who thinks she may know where to find him.  Alone with a bottle of liquor, Tom struggles over his jealousy of Pat.  As Jack writes his story, Mary reads over his shoulder to get material to write a press release on Rae's behalf.  Mary becomes annoyed when Jack tells her that her job is going to cause serious problems for their family.  Faith finds Tom in his apartment and becomes concerned when Tom admits to almost killing his father.

Episode 773 June 21, 1978

Alicia tells Bob about the impending ten-day campaign swing and of the workload that she has been handed.  Maeve and Johnny arrive home from the cruise.  Pat gives Nancy news of her condition and tells her she will not be able to dance this summer.  Bucky makes plans to meet Pat at Lem's and tell him some big news.  Delia invites Roger to lunch at Lem's.  Later, Delia becomes offended when Bucky and Pat enter the restaurant and refuse to acknowledge her.  Bucky tells Pat that he is leaving Riverside when his contract is up.  Seneca pays a visit to Nancy, and offers to bring her a medical book so that she can understand her injury better.  Later, Seneca is exasperated when Frank offers Nancy a job for the summer.  Delia throws a tantrum when Roger refuses to give in to her pity-party and runs out of the restaurant.  Roger calls Maeve and Johnny and warns them they may have a visitor.  When Delia arrives at Ryan's, Johnny tells Maeve that he will handle her.

Episode 774 June 22, 1978

Johnny forces Delia to see that there is nothing she can do to force her way back into the Ryan family.  Later, Delia leaves devastated when Maeve and Johnny suggest that she find a life away from the Ryans.  Rae finalizes her plans for an early campaign swing, hoping to have Frank out of town and away from Jill.  Later, Rae is blind-sided when Frank agrees to her plans on one condition, that they take Jill with them.  A helpless Delia cries on Roger's shoulder that her world is falling apart.  Alicia tells Bob that she doesn't know how much longer she can handle being the depository for Rae's secrets; she becomes increasingly frustrated knowing that she cannot tell him more.  When Rae objects to Jill being involved, Frank sticks to his guns and tells her to take it or leave it.  Alicia delivers a newspaper to Rae from their rival company and is appalled when she reads about her cover-up of Frank's accident.  Angry, Rae tells Alicia that Jill has set her up and leaves to give both, Jill and Frank, a piece of her mind.

Episode 775 June 23, 1978

Frank asks Jill to come along with him on the campaign swing and becomes upset when she tells him no.  Pat visits Nancy and finds that he enjoys getting to know her.  Faith consults Jack about Tom and tells him that although she did not see any other way out of it, he was right in telling her not to marry Tom.  Rae arrives at Jill's office and accuses her of giving a statement to a rival newspaper about the cover-up.  Frank apologizes to Rae for the story being printed, but tells her it was her dishonesty that caused all of this.  Later, Jill tells Frank that Rae is the reason she cannot go on the campaign trip.  Faith tells Jack she is beginning to think that marrying Tom may have been a very big mistake.  Frank and Jill have a huge argument when she tells him there is no way she and Rae will be able to coexist in different areas of his life.  Seneca finds a furious Jill in her office and gets yelled at when he asks her if she is all right.

Episode 776 June 26, 1978

Jill tells Seneca about her argument with Rae regarding the newspaper article.  She is shocked when he admits that he is the source that was quoted.  Roger learns from Bob about Delia's past and now understands her strange behavior.  Later, Roger explains to Bob why he cares for Delia.  Frank makes peace with Rae and cautions her against arguing with Jill.  Later, both Frank and Rae are thrilled when they read Jack's column and find that Frank comes off smelling like a rose.  Later, Rae is puzzled when Seneca calls her apartment.  Refusing to give in to her tantrums, Roger tells Delia he has some reading to do and sends her out to dinner alone.  Seneca takes the blame for the bad newspaper story, clearing Jill.  Rae is delighted when he tells her that he no longer expects Jill to go on the campaign swing.

Episode 777 June 27, 1978

Delia is forced to make decisions for herself when she orders dinner alone at Greenberg's Diner.  Later, Delia flirts with a curious stranger who sees her dining alone and asks to join her.  Faith is devastated when she learns that Bucky is leaving.  Later, when she consults with Pat to arrange a going away party, Tom sees them together and misunderstands.  Delia finds Jim eager to accept her flirtations and becomes nervous when he insists on walking her home.  Faith and Tom have their first real fight about Pat.  Faith accuses Tom of trying to ruin what they have together.  When Jack receives a thank you note from Rae for his column about Frank, he wants Mary to admit that he made the right decision in writing the article after all.  When Jim insists on walking Delia home from Greenberg's, Delia is compelled to introduce him to her roommate, Roger.

Episode 778 June 28, 1978

Refusing to get her out of the mess that she made, Roger pretends to leave, forcing Delia to make the conscious decision to ask Jim to leave.  Tom is troubled by his own jealousy and goes to Johnny for reassurance about Pat and Faith.  Faith begins to feel trapped in her marriage to Tom when Jill tells her that if they separate any time during the first year, it will cause serious immigration problems for Tom.  Frank offers Jill an apology on Rae's behalf, which she accepts with caution.  The two come close to reconciling whey they agree to try and work things out.  Roger makes Delia examine her motives for inviting Jim home and is delighted when Delia comes close to expressing why she acted that way.  After reassuring one another that they want things to work out, Jill and Frank argue over Seneca and Rae and are no closer to a resolution than they were before.

Episode 779 June 29, 1978

Frank says goodbye to both Jill and Edmund and leaves, unsure as to what their next steps are.  Faith awakens Tom to discuss and resolve their problems about Pat.  Pat visits Nancy after his shift and his interest in her begins to grow.  Frank tells his parents about his problems with Jill, leaving Maeve concerned about Edmund's future.  When Alicia overhears, she becomes troubled knowing that Rae is the source of the trouble.  Faith becomes agitated with Tom when he evades discussing the situation with Pat.  Pat ignores Nancy's questions about Faith.  Maeve reassures Jill about her situation with Frank and tells her that everything will work out for the two of them.

Episode 780 June 30, 1978

Rae lifts Frank's spirits and sends Alicia to her hotel room to relax for the rest of the evening.  When Rae goes to change into something more casual, Frank takes the moment to call Jill.  Johnny is ecstatic when he receives a phone call from Siobhan telling them that she is coming home.  Johnny agrees to host a going away party for Bucky.  Frank's efforts to improve things between him and Jill go sour.  After an emotional argument, Jill suggests to Frank that he not call her again until after the election.  Johnny visits Seneca to invite him to the party and the two share views on fatherhood.  Seneca calls Jill to tell her the news, but goes to see her after he finds out about her argument with Frank.  Rae tells Frank it is a good thing that Jill set him free because it gives him more time to concentrate on the election.  Later, Frank tells Rae that she is a good friend and becomes aware of the feelings he has for her.

July 1978 Daily Recaps

Episode 781 July 3, 1978

Jill tells Seneca that the break between her and Frank may be serious.  At Rae's suggestion, Frank kisses her.  Faith persuades Tom to attend the farewell party for Bucky and he assures her he will be in good humor.  Frank sets the ground rules for Rae and tells her that he is not in love with her; she agrees to accept that for now.  Jill confesses to Seneca that she is can't admit that Frank does not want her.  Feeling unwanted by Jill, Frank takes Rae to bed.  Faith convinces Roger to come to Bucky's farewell party.  Convinced that she cannot do it on her own, Delia begs Roger to help her manage her money and throws a tantrum when he denies her.  Rae assures Frank that their affair will be discreet.  She tells him she plans to make sure that he has everything that he wants.

Episode 782 July 4, 1978

Alicia arrives in Frank's hotel room and discovers that Rae has spent the night with him.  Despite Jack's heavy objections that this will not be good for Ryan, Mary takes Ryan to work with her.  Seeing how upset Alicia is over finding her with Frank, Rae offers Alicia a vacation with a pay increase and is shocked when Alicia gives her a piece of her mind before quitting for good.  Bucky visits Mary at campaign headquarters to say goodbye to her and Ryan; he gives her some bad news that Ryan is coming down with a cold.  When she calls Jack, he tells her "I told you so" and offers to come and pick up Ryan.  Frank learns that Alicia has quit and becomes concerned that she may tell Jill.  Later, Rae convinces Frank to continue their affair through the campaign swing with a promise that if things become uncomfortable for either of them they will end it immediately.

Episode 783 July 5, 1978

Bucky tells Pat of his past feelings for Mary and the two agree that being in-laws would have been a pretty terrific thing.  Pat and Faith share with Maeve some memories of Bucky.  Tom enters while the two are singing a song and becomes violently jealous when he sees Pat put his arms around Faith.  Later, Faith tells Maeve her fears that she may be pregnant.  Pat tells Tom that he is being unfair to Faith and himself and assures him that he will not come between them.  Bucky arrives and the group prepares for the going away party.  Roger helps Delia to set some financial goals and forces her to admit that she needs a job.  An emotional Bucky faces the fact that it is time to say goodbye.  Siobhan calls with news that she is on her way home.

Episode 784 July 6, 1978

Jill tells Mary and Maeve about the telephone conversation between her and Frank.  When Maeve leaves, Mary asks Jill what is she trying to do with Frank.  Later, Jill gets upset when Mary asks her to try again so she won't let Frank down.  Pat finds himself at Nancy's side when she tries to get out of bed and falls.  An angry Mary tells Bob of the new problems between Frank and Jill and accuses Jill of giving up on Frank.  Alicia arrives to tell Bob that she quit her job.  When Alicia tells him why, Bob defends Frank and tells Alicia that she must not have the entire story.  When Alicia leaves, Bob tells Mary that Alicia left the campaign for reasons of her own.  He decides that he is going to check on Frank a day earlier.  The family expresses their opinions about the problems between Frank and Jill, each choosing their own sides.  Siobhan arrives home on crutches, accompanied by a four-legged friend.

Episode 785 July 7, 1978

The Ryans hear the story of Ryan's trip home and how she acquired her dog, Finn MacCool.  She explains he is a gift for Johnny.  When she finishes her story, Siobhan asks to be caught up on the family, including Delia.  Delia wrestles with the thought of having a job and cries when she has a fantasy of a salary that is not exactly livable.  Roger helps Delia come to a more positive self-image about her job and convinces her that she has to think bigger than what the situation is.  Trouble erupts when Finn chews through Ryan's toys and clothes and Siobhan tries to pass it off as teething problems.  Mary accuses Siobhan of behaving irresponsibly by bringing a dog home.  Johnny comes to Siobhan's defense when she comes down on herself for messing up things yet again.  Mary tells Maeve and Jack how upset she is with Siobhan and that she knows that this is only the beginning.

Episode 786 July 10, 1978

Siobhan talks to her parents about why she left home and the reasons for her return.  She has obvious concerns about her parents' approval of her.  As they talk, Siobhan indicates that she really needs to reconcile her relationship with Mary.  Meanwhile, Rae is ecstatic as she and Frank spend some time alone.  Frank reiterates the ground rules for their relationship, and Rae happily agrees.  She is pleased when Frank tells her that any issues over their age difference are nonsense.  When Bob interrupts the two lovers and gets a moment alone with Frank, Frank is honest with Bob about the situation and assures him that he has it under control.  Jill tries to comfort Faith when Faith tells her that she is pregnant and doesn't want to be.  Later, Siobhan apologizes to Mary and tells her that she is the number one reason for returning home.  The two sisters try to talk things through, but end up falling into the same routine of arguing that has always plagued their relationship.

Episode 787 July 11, 1978

As Delia pours her heart out to Mrs. Lem about her unsuccessful job hunt, Siobhan arrives.  Delia is thrilled to see her, and Siobhan returns her enthusiasm.  Siobhan indicates that she knows everything that Delia has been up to during her absence and asks Dee to fill her in on all of the details.  Meanwhile, Tom is overjoyed when Faith tells him that she is pregnant.  Tom picks up on Faith's unhappiness, but his delight makes her feel better.  Seneca teases Jill when she admits that she has taken up jogging to relieve some of her anger.  Seneca offers to take her out dancing and is refused, but manages to get invited to spend the evening with her and Edmund at home.  Delia tells Siobhan all about her own life without once inquiring about Siobhan's life.  Siobhan is genuinely amused by Delia and agrees to get together with her again soon.  Faith is honest with Tom and about her doubts of their marriage.  Tom vows to make everything better by being more loving and caring.  Faith tells Tom that she wants to go for a walk alone and that they can continue their conversation tomorrow.

Episode 788 July 12, 1978

Nancy flirts with Pat as he does neurological checks on her legs.  Faith informs Maeve that her pregnancy test results are back; Maeve can tell from Faith's expression what the results are.  Roger is unrelenting as Delia whines about her job hunt.  Delia fumes when Roger suggests that he could pay Delia to do housework around the apartment.  Faith admits her fears about her marriage and the baby to Maeve.  Maeve acknowledges Faith's reservations, but advises that her only option is to go home to Tom and work hard to build a family relationship with him.  Faith is appreciative of Maeve's advice and sits alone in the living room after Maeve leaves. When Pat enters and finds Faith crying, he asks her quietly what is wrong.  At the hospital, Nancy is able to find out some background on Pat from her father.  Nancy is obviously pleased when her father says that Pat and Faith are not getting back together.  Meanwhile, Pat is stunned to find out from Faith that she is pregnant.  Delia learns from Bob that Lloyd has been found and that Bob is putting pressure on him, but still hasn't gotten her money back.

Episode 789 July 13, 1978

Delia decides to take matters into her own hands and goes after her money herself.  She writes Roger a note asking that he and Bob bring the police and come for her if she isn't back by noon.  Meanwhile, Siobhan tells Johnny about running into Delia and how impressed she is with Delia's determination to cope for herself.  Johnny warns Siobhan to keep distance between herself and Dee.  Later, Siobhan asks Jack if he thinks her family is being fair to Delia.  Jack thinks they are and realizes that Siobhan identifies with Delia's sense of being an outsider.  As the conversation turns to an argument, Jack makes a wisecrack comparing Siobhan to Johnny.  Johnny is offended as he enters the room and overhears Jack's comment.  Jack and Siobhan's argument is reconciled as Siobhan sees Johnny's disagreement with Jack.  Meanwhile, Frank sits in bed with Rae as she comments on the wonderful time they have ahead of them.  Delia arrives at Lloyd's hotel room and confronts him.  Lloyd looks both frightened and angry, as Delia demands her money.

Episode 790 July 14, 1978

Lloyd suspects Delia of being wired, and continues to profess that he did not take her money.  Seneca invites Jill to go to Canada with him to visit his mother.  After Jill agrees, Seneca checks on Edmund and returns concerned that he is sick.  Faith and Tom talk about her pregnancy, and pledge to make a renewed effort.  They both agree that their relationship is easier when it is just the two of them.  They are interrupted by a phone call from Jill, asking Faith to stop by her apartment and look at Edmund.  Delia insists to Lloyd that she is not wired, and that all she wants is her money, not revenge.  She promises that if he returns her money then she will keep Bob away from him.  She then advises him that Bob and Roger will come looking for her if she doesn't return.  Lloyd turns the tables and accuses Delia of extortion.  Meanwhile, Faith arrives at Jill's apartment and examines Edmund.  She decides that they should run some tests, and they get him ready to walk over to the hospital.

Episode 791 July 17, 1978

Delia forces Lloyd to make a decision about her money, threatening that he should not plan on doing anything to her because everyone knows that she is there.  Lloyd finally steps back, writes a note, and hands it to Delia.  Siobhan makes an effort with Maeve, but ends up feeling belittled when Maeve indicates that Siobhan is immature.  Siobhan shows empathy for Delia.  Meanwhile, Delia reads Lloyd's note asking if she will settle for less than the full amount.  Delia takes the money and leaves.  As she stands outside of Lloyd's hotel room, Bob and Roger arrive.  They insist that they go with her to confront Lloyd, but she tells them that won't be necessary and they need to leave right away.  Delia is triumphant, and enjoys the fact that Roger was genuinely worried about her.  Pat is thrilled to see Siobhan for the first time since her return.  He tells her how much it would mean if she decides to stay.  Roger admits that he is really impressed by what Delia did by herself, and suggests taking her out for a celebration.

Episode 792 July 18, 1978

Jill is very worried as Faith delivers the news that she is putting Edmund on penicillin and that they should have his results today. At the bar, Tom tells Jack that Faith is having a baby, and they share a pleasant discussion about fatherhood. As Tom steps away to get some coffee, Siobhan enters and overhears Jack talking about Faith's pregnancy. Tom is surprised to overhear her say that she thought Faith's marriage was one of convenience. When Tom confronts her, he assumes that she learned about Faith's marriage from Pat. Tom is able to control his anger, but has to work at it. After he leaves, Jack comments to Kevin that so much anger in someone can only lead to trouble. Seneca comforts Jill as they wait for more news about Edmund. Jill debates calling Frank, and decides to wait until she knows more. Meanwhile, Frank and Rae are delighted at the way the campaign is going, and lay in bed together exhausted, but happy. Faith returns with Edmund's test results, and is concerned because the problem is unclear. Jill calls Frank to inform him of Edmund's illness, and finds him warm and concerned. He offers to fly home, but Jill tells him to hold off until they know more.

Episode 793 July 19, 1978

Next morning Tom visits Maeve and discusses his concerns that people think his marriage won't last. Maeve responds to his anger, and Tom tells her that he is under control. They are interrupted by a call from Jill, who informs Maeve about Edmund's illness. Maeve invites Jill to come over; Jill is grateful for the suggestion. Frank feels that he should return home, but Rae suggests that they get a pediatric specialist to see Edmund instead. Meanwhile, as Maeve comforts Jill, Johnny walks in soaking wet with Finn McCool. Pat entertains Nancy by telling her the story of Siobhan's arrival with Finn. Their conversation turns personal when Nancy inquires about Pat's relationship with Faith. Meanwhile, Tom arrives at the hospital and cheers up Faith, who is deeply concerned about Edmund. Tom tells Faith he has a surprise for her the following evening, and she agrees to be at home for it. Pat briefly answers Nancy's question about Faith, but then gets back to doctor-patient business. Frank calls home and talks to Jill about the specialist. They share a genuine exchange over the details, and Jill promises to keep Frank posted.

Episode 794 July 20, 1978

Jill returns to the hospital and finds Seneca with Edmund. She is clearly moved. Faith is relieved when Jill tells her about the specialist. Delia discusses her finances with Roger, and without fully understanding what she says, tells him that she wants to become a capitalist. The specialist arrives and Faith briefs him on Edmund's condition. Mary comes to the hospital to see Jill. She apologizes for their disagreement about Frank and Jill assures her that Frank has been wonderful in dealing with Edmund's illness. Mary wants to know if that means reconciliation is possible, but Jill tells her that the problems remain the same. Meanwhile, Delia has a fantasy about being rich, while Jill and Faith are poor and in awe of her. After Dr. Guellet gives his opinion to Seneca and Jill, Jill excuses herself to check on Edmund. She runs back in and frantically tells them that Edmund has stopped breathing. They find that the baby spontaneously began breathing again, but Jill begs to know what is wrong with her son.

Episode 795 July 21, 1978

Jill arrives at the Ryan's with the latest news on Edmund. She tells Siobhan how nice it is to have her back; Siobhan expresses her concern for the baby. Maeve ends up having to walk Finn since Johnny got a cold from walking him in the rain. Mary sees Pat at the hospital and inquires about Nancy. Pat takes the chance and makes a plea for Mary to take it easy on Siobhan, hoping that Siobhan will decide to stay. Mary tells Pat she'll try, but is later infuriated by Siobhan again when she finds out that Maeve had to walk Finn in the rain. When Siobhan makes a comment about Frank not being there for Edmund, Mary blows up. Maeve walks in, just as the exchange gets heated. Maeve takes Mary into the kitchen to get her away from Siobhan; they find Finn eating all of the food that was prepared for the party. Pat finds Nancy crying as she worries about her career. The two are obviously getting closer as Pat is able to comfort her. Mary and Siobhan begin arguing again over Finn, with Mary eventually asking Siobhan in front of everyone when she plans to leave for Australia. Siobhan replies that she let Mary run her away from home before, and she won't let it happen again.

Episode 796 July 24, 1978

Still angry with Siobhan, Mary is calmed by her parents and helps them to prepare more food for Faith's party. Bob tells Frank the good news about Edmund and tries to call Jill, but finds out that she is asleep. As Bob reassures him, he comes to further understand Frank's situation with Rae. As Tom tells Roger about the jealousy he is feeling for Pat, Roger tells him of Delia's jealousy of not being included in the party. Later, Johnny tells Tom how proud he is of him that he is putting all the stuff with Pat behind him. When Faith arrives, the group hides as Faith comes into the house with Pat. When they walk into the surprise party, Pat needs to explain to an angry Tom why he is with Faith. Maeve and Johnny dance to lighten the mood and Faith becomes uncomfortable because it is obvious that Tom is maintaining his anger. When everyone leaves Tom goes for a midnight run to clear his head and is haunted by visions of Faith and Pat together.

Episode 797 July 25, 1978

In an effort to punish Roger for going to the party without her, Delia runs a bath and floods Roger's living room, while pretending to be asleep. When Roger becomes enraged, Delia tells Roger that she did not think that he would be upset. Later, when Roger tells her to either pay for the damages or leave, Delia begins to pack. Siobhan tells Johnny that she made a mistake coming home and that she is making plans to move to Australia. Johnny reassures her and tells her even with all of their problems that Maeve and Mary will miss her. Later, Maeve is alarmed when Johnny tells Maeve of his talk with Siobhan; he sends Maeve to have a few words with her. Maeve reassures Siobhan that she is special to her and convinces her to stick around for a while. Roger gives Delia one last chance to apologize for the damage. When she refuses, Roger tells Delia that he is not coming after her and the only way she can come back is if she does it on her own.

Episode 798 July 26, 1978

Tom returns from running and is curious when he finds Delia on the front stoop. Later, Delia is alarmed when Tom tells her how angry he is at Pat for bringing Faith home from the hospital. Jill calls Frank about Edmund and it becomes clear that the two are trying to keep their relationship alive, in spite of the situation. Later, Rae tells Frank that it makes her sad to watch him go through this with Jill when it is clear that the two of them have no future together. Delia tells Roger about her conversation with Tom; she believes that Tom is crazy. Tom returns to Faith and tells her that all is well, but if she continues to worry about him it will only make matters worse. Rae tells Frank all the qualities in Jill that make it impossible for them to have a long-term relationship. Frank tells her that while he is committed to the campaign, he is going to do all he can to make things work out with Jill. Delia lays out her reasons for Roger of why she believes that something is terribly wrong with Tom; she is stunned when Roger actually believes her.

Episode 799 July 27, 1978

Delia pays a visit to Father McShane seeking his approval at the new turn of events in her life and is surprised when she receives it.  Roger visits Faith to probe about Tom and becomes alarmed when he finds her overly defensive about it.  Later, Faith tells Roger that her feelings for Pat are under control and she is sure that he is doing the same.  Pat encourages a disenchanted Nancy, which is observed by Roger and Faith.  Siobhan angers Jack when she embarrasses her mother in front of Father McShane by rejecting the church.  When Jack confronts her about it, Siobhan gets offended and tells Jack that with what he has done to Mary and to the family, he is not in a position to say anything to her.  Later, the two have a nice moment together when Jack tells Siobhan that she has great potential when she grows up.

Episode 800 July 28, 1978

Jill calls Frank's hotel room and leaves a message with Bob.  Later, Rae deals with Bob head on when she asks him if he disapproves of her.  When Bob asks Rae to tell Frank that Jill called, Rae promises to tell him.  Jill accepts Seneca's offer to see her home from the hospital.  At Ryan's, Jack questions Tom about Faith's party and notes the undercurrent of anger, even though Tom is doing his best to keep it under control.  Maeve expects better behavior from Mary in order to improve the situation at home with Siobhan.  Frank arrives at his hotel room exhausted from campaigning and is told that he has no messages.  Seneca spends time with Jill hoping to make her relax after hours on end at the hospital.  Jill and Frank drift further apart because of the undelivered message.

Episode 801 July 31[MISSING]

August 1978 Daily Recaps

Episode 802 August 1, 1978

In an effort to make amends, Siobhan sets out to prepare lunch for Ryan.  Jack tells an astonished Kevin about his conversation with Siobhan explaining her new lease on life.  Tom continues his campaign to make Faith happy and takes her to the park for the afternoon.  Siobhan panics when she discovers that her dog has eaten Ryan's lunch.  When Roger teaches Delia about money management, Delia kisses him, a move that startles them both.  Siobhan elicits Jack's feelings about children and is impressed when he relates his fathering instincts with his orphanage experience.  Delia becomes offended when Roger makes it clear that he doesn't want to make love to her, but fails when she uses emotional blackmail to get her way.  Home from the park, Tom and Faith fantasize about what their children will look like and enjoy one another's company.  It ends when Faith is overcome by stomach pains.

Episode 803 August 2, 1978

Edmund's condition deteriorates and Seneca summons Jill to send him down for x-rays immediately.  When Seneca calls Faith, Tom is concerned that Faith is going to lose the baby and refuses to allow her to leave his sight.  Faith gives her diagnosis by phone and implores Seneca not to tell Jill about her cramps.  Later, Tom calls Dr. Wolfe, against Faith's wishes, and threatens him into making a house call.  When Jill finds out that Edmund has to undergo exploratory surgery, she calls Frank to give him the news.  Dr. Wolfe reinforces to Faith that she has to stay off of her feet for a couple days.  Jill tells Frank that there is no need for him to come home and that she will update him as soon as there is news.  Worried, Frank angers Rae when he tells her that he is going home to check on Edmund.

Episode 804 August 3, 1978

Jill and Seneca wait as Edmund undergoes surgery; Jill wonders if she should call Frank.  In the surgery room, Roger oversees surgery on his nephew.  Siobhan makes plans with Maeve to go shopping at the mall, which, to Siobhan's dismay, is spoiled when Jill calls with news about Edmund.  When Maeve leaves for the hospital, a hurt Siobhan tells Kevin that if she were Mary, Maeve would have invited her to go along.  With a diagnosis being made about Edmund's condition, recovery is anticipated.  Later, needing a rest, Jill leaves the hospital and gives them Seneca's number as a way to reach her.  Siobhan shares with Jack about not feeling like a true member of the family and leaves to go shopping alone.  When Maeve arrives and finds that Siobhan has gone, she realizes that she has missed Siobhan, in every sense of the word.  Frank arrives at the hospital and gets word on Edmund's medical condition.  When he inquires about Jill, he learns that she has gone to Seneca's apartment to rest and leaves upset.

Episode 805 August 4, 1978

Leaving the house for food, Tom instructs Faith to rest and not get out of bed.  Delia calls Faith's house in hopes of borrowing a serving platter.  When there is no answer, she decides that no one will know if she goes up for a few minutes.  Later, Delia makes a noise alarming Faith, who, thinking it to be an intruder, heads downstairs.  When she finds Delia hiding, she asks her why she did not answer when she called.  An upset Frank tells Maeve that Jill is spending the evening with Seneca.  After a good nap, Jill enjoys Seneca's company and is put on the spot when Seneca tells her he cares about her and Edmund and asks her if she is going to do anything about it.  Later, Seneca tells Jill that Frank is not going to be the man that she wants him and she should take that into consideration.  A frustrated Frank tells Maeve that every time he thinks there is a chance for him and Jill, Seneca comes into the picture.  When Delia expresses sympathy for her, Faith tells her to save the pity for herself.  Meanwhile, Tom comes home and becomes agitated when he finds Faith standing in the living room with Delia.

Episode 806 August 7, 1978

Tom is enraged to find Faith on her feet, and orders Delia to leave and never come back.  Frank admits to Bob how angry and upset he was to learn that Jill was at Seneca's apartment.  Bob advises him not to jump to conclusions, but Frank flares in response.  Roger arrives at Faith's and both she and Delia each tell him their sides of the story.  Roger comes to Delia's defense and tells Tom that he will determine when Delia leaves.  He watches Tom closely as Tom restrains his anger.  Johnny calms Maeve as she gets emotional over Jill and Frank's situation.  Their conversation turns to Siobhan, and Maeve notes her frustration over Siobhan's issues with Mary.  She assures Johnny that she and Mary will both continue to try and have patience for Siobhan.  Meanwhile, Tom calms down and carries Faith to bed.  In Roger's apartment, Delia tells Roger that she truly believes Tom is crazy.  After Delia insists that she's really trying to behave, Roger agrees to let her stay as long as she promises to stay away from Faith's home.

Episode 807 August 8, 1978

Marsha notifies Mary that she is quitting her job, and that Mary is now the new Press Secretary for New York.  Mary calls Bob in dismay and asks for help, saying that her marriage will be in trouble if she tries to do both jobs.  At the hospital, Nancy pleads with Seneca to let her go home.  Seneca advises her that only the physician of record, Dr. Ryan, can release her; he promises to have a look at her records and put in a word with Pat.  Meanwhile, Mary arrives home to find Jack playing cards with Jumbo.  After she briefs him on her job situation, Jack gives a sarcastic running commentary on Mary's career to Ryan and Jumbo.  Mary listens for a moment, then finally erupts and tells Jack that she's had it.  Seneca and Pat both agree that Nancy can be released from the hospital the following week.  After Seneca leaves, Pat invites Nancy to dinner following her release from the hospital.  Nancy thanks him for the invitation, but isn't sure that she can accept.  Jumbo takes Ryan to another room so that Jack and Mary can have some privacy.  Jack and Mary both think that the other is being unreasonable; their discussion ends unhappily as Jack leaves with Jumbo to go have dinner.

Episode 808 August 9, 1978

Jill and Seneca are relieved that Edmund is going to be okay.  Jill questions Seneca about why he didn't tell her the truth about Faith's condition.  Later, Jill visits Faith at home.  Faith explains to Jill how much she has grown to care about her unborn baby, and Jill empathizes.  In return, Jill confides in Faith about her feelings for both Frank and Seneca, and how wonderful Seneca has been throughout Edmund's illness.  Meanwhile, Siobhan meets Seneca when she visits Edmund, and they like each other from the start.  Jill visits Maeve and gives her the good news about Edmund.  Maeve tells Jill about Frank's visit to New York, and Jill is dismayed that Frank must have come to the wrong conclusions about her relationship with Seneca.  Jill ponders going upstate to see him, and Maeve agrees that it might be helpful.  Later, when Siobhan arrives and announces how much she enjoyed meeting Seneca Beaulac, it leads to an emotional confrontation with Mary.

Episode 809 August 10, 1978

Jill sees Seneca in Edmund's hospital room, and asks him if Edmund is well enough for her to leave on an overnight trip.  Seneca becomes angry when he realizes that she wants to visit Frank.  Mary complains to Jack about Siobhan, and is upset when Jack comes to Siobhan's defense.  As she leaves for work, she assures Jack that she will be home to cook dinner.  When Jack questions that, Mary is indignant, insisting that she will be home on time.  Seneca and Jill have an emotional confrontation.  Jill explains that the only way she can consider a relationship with Seneca is to get her head straight first about Frank.  Meanwhile, Rae tries to cheer up Frank with promises of a seductive evening.  Jack tries to help Siobhan see that she should keep certain things to herself, in hopes that she will get along with her family better.  Siobhan insists that she can't change who she is, and she doesn't want to compromise her honesty.  Meanwhile, Rae and Frank go out, looking forward to returning later to an intimate evening together.  After they leave, Jill drops a message for Frank with the hotel operator that she is coming to visit, and is arriving about eleven p.m.

Episode 810 August 11, 1978

When they return to the hotel, Rae intercepts Jill's phone message and hides it in a stack of papers.  Unaware, Frank tells Rae that he is going to take a shower and return with champagne.  Roger is impressed when Delia tells him that she met with a commodities broker and invested $5,000.  He is touched when she gives him a terrycloth bathrobe as a present.  In thanks, Roger gives Delia a passionate kiss.  Rae sets the stage for Jill's arrival, telling the desk clerk that Frank is expecting visitors and to send them straight up to the room.  When Frank gets out of the shower, Rae seduces him into bed.  Roger and Delia are breathless after their kiss and continue to share in their delight of the day's events.  As they continue to kiss, Delia moves to the bed and motions for Roger to join her.  Meanwhile, Rae and Frank are having a great time together.  As Frank goes to the living room dressed only in his robe to get more champagne, he opens the bottle and there is a knock at the door; Jill enters the room.  Frank looks shocked as Jill tells him that she hopes he is glad to see her.

Episode 811 August 14, 1978

Rae overhears Jill and Frank talking and sets out to make matters worse for the two.  Jill realizes that Frank is not alone when Rae calls from the bedroom for her glass of champagne.  After excusing Rae from the conversation, Jill tells Frank exactly how she feels.  Rae comes to Frank's defense and tells Jill to think before she makes the biggest mistake of her life.  Later, Frank and Jill have an emotional confrontation about the people in their lives and decide to call it quits once and for all.  Meanwhile, due to religious beliefs, Nancy opposes seeing Pat outside the hospital, but later agrees to spend the day with him on Bucky's houseboat, as long as his family is there.  Thrilled, Pat goes about making plans and confirms Maeve and Johnny's attendance, telling them to invite anyone they like.  Unable to believe what has happened, Frank forgives Rae when she "realizes" that she mistakenly placed the message from Jill at the bottom of his message pile.  At the airport, a tear-faced Jill realizes that it is over once and for all.

Episode 812 August 15, 1978

As the two settle down for the evening, Jack tries to cuddle with Mary and becomes angry when she leaps off the bed to write reminders for things that she needs to do for the campaign.  Meanwhile, Roger is called out of bed on a hospital emergency and Delia proves to herself yet again that she is growing up when she copes with it without trying to manipulate him into staying.  While Mary continues to scribble reminders, Jack directs her attention back to him and tells her that working for Frank will never be good.  Later, when Seneca tells Roger that Jill has gone upstate to see Frank, Roger learns that Seneca thinks Jill is making a huge mistake.  When Jack explains to Mary that when she is away, he feels abandoned, Mary promises to hire another press assistant soon so she can devote more time to her family.

Episode 813 August 16, 1978

Jill arrives at Faith's and shocks her with news of finding Frank and Rae together.  When Faith wonders if it were just temporary, Jill tells her that it was planned.  When Jill leaves, Tom tells Faith that he will have to go away on business for a day.  He makes Faith promise to take it easy.  Later, Faith pays a visit to Maeve and Johnny and has to keep her feelings to herself when they bring up Frank and the campaign.  When Faith discusses having to take it easy for a while, Maeve and Johnny invite her to spend the day with the family at the houseboat.  Knowing that Tom will be away, Faith agrees and goes home to prepare for the outing.   Jill visits Edmund and tells him that things are not going well with Frank, but assures him that things will work out just fine for them.  Later, Jill is grateful when Seneca passes up the opportunity to say, "I told you so" about her and Frank and accepts an invitation to dinner.

Episode 814 August 17, 1978

Nancy and Pat arrive at the houseboat.  When she asks who else will be coming, she is surprised when Pat tells her that Faith will be there and that Tom is away on business.  Meanwhile, as Faith prepares sandwiches for the outing Tom startles her when he enters and asks where she is going for the day.  Taking the easy way out, Faith tells him only half the truth and goes into the story of Frank and Rae as a diversion, unaware that Delia is listening through the dumbwaiter in Roger's apartment.  Later, Delia sells some of her furniture to a used furniture storeowner.  When she tells him that she plans to invest $5000 in commodities, the storeowner warns her against it.  Meanwhile, Pat accuses Nancy of flirting outrageously with him, even though she claims that the two cannot have a relationship because of their religions.  When Faith arrives, she asks Pat where Maeve and Johnny are; he tells her that is a very good question.  When the Ryan's car breaks down, Johnny calls Pat and tells him they won't make it out for the evening.  Leaving the decision up to Faith, they decide to take the boat out and enjoy the rest of the day.

Episode 815 August 18, 1978

Siobhan arrives at the Fenelli's and finds Jack in a nasty temper.   When she tells him that she has come to volunteer herself for the campaign, Jack tells her she could be the very person that saves his marriage.  Meanwhile, Mary calls Frank and tells him if they don't find a new press assistant soon, her marriage is going to fall apart.  When Frank delivers the news to Rae, she assures Frank that she will work on hiring someone the very next morning.  Later, Rae tells Frank that she likes where they are and hopes they can enjoy what they have together as long as possible.  On the houseboat, Nancy and Faith discuss the feelings they have for Pat and join forces to fix him up with a nice Catholic girl.  Meanwhile, Mary arrives home and finding Siobhan there, is shocked when Siobhan tells her she wants to help with Frank's campaign, hoping the two of them can get along better.  Later, Mary tells Jack that having Siobhan there will make her life a lot better between now and November.  As she and Nancy prepare dinner, Faith falls on a knife when Pat has an accident.

Episode 816 August 21, 1978

Pat and Nancy are horrified when Faith yanks the knife from her abdomen.  Handing Nancy a stack of towels, he orders her to apply pressure to Faith's wound as he tries to start the boat engine.  He realizes they are stranded when the engine will not turn.  At the Ryans, Siobhan is hopeful when Johnny supports her decision to work at campaign headquarters.  Her hopes fade when Maeve asks her if working with Mary is a wise thing to do.  Meanwhile, Pat realizes that they have hit ground and the best thing to do, is call the Coast Guard and ask to be met by an ambulance.  Later, Faith tells him if help doesn't arrive soon, she is going to lose the baby and may not make it.  Maeve tells Siobhan that stepping into a situation where Mary is very protective of Frank, is only asking for trouble.  When Siobhan tells Maeve that she is only looking for approval, Maeve tells her to use some common sense and think things through.  Hurt, Siobhan tells Maeve that she is taking the job and is going to wish for the best.  As the Coast Guard approaches, Nancy yells for Pat to check on Faith; she places her hand on Faith's neck and is unable to find a pulse.

Episode 817 August 22, 1978

Bob is stunned when Frank tells him the details of how Jill found out about him and Rae.  Later, Rae is upset when she overhears Frank telling Bob how much he cares about Jill.  At the bar, Johnny reams Kevin for not having his car fixed and tells him that Pat, Faith, and Nancy were forced to go out without them.  Later, Delia calls Johnny for some financial advice and makes an appointment to see him.  When Frank admits to Rae that his bad mood is a result of Jill's visit, Rae insists to him that what happened is for the best.  Seneca finds Jill in her office alone and sad.  Meanwhile, Delia becomes upset when she consults Johnny about the commodities market and tells her if she goes through with it, she will be sorry, which is exactly what she plans to do.  Jill tells Seneca the gory details about her visit to Frank.  After giving her some advice on dealing with thwarted love, Seneca invites Jill out for a night on the town and is pleased when she accepts.  Alone in his hotel room, Frank is thoughtful about his situation and ponders on what went wrong.

Episode 818 August 23, 1978

In the Emergency Room, a weary Pat oversees Faith's treatment.  Meanwhile, Roger delivers the news to Pat that he got a hold of Tom who is on his way, but he had to leave word for Jill.  Later, the two are summoned over by a weak Faith who begs them not to tell Tom that Pat was with her on the boat.  At dinner, Jill explores with Seneca some of her feelings about Frank and Rae.  When Seneca asks her how long it will take before the tie is broken, Jill assures him that it is.  At Faith's request, Pat and Roger agree to not tell Tom about Pat being on the houseboat, although they are not comfortable with the lie.  Later, Pat is loving and gentle with an alarmed Faith who fears that she is going to lose the baby.  When he leaves her, Pat is cornered by Nancy and tells her that he does not know if Faith will make it.  Maeve pays a visit to Jill at the hospital and finds out that she and Frank have broken it off completely, though Jill will not tell her why.  While talking, the two receive word about Faith and rush to the Emergency Room.  When they arrive, Pat relays the details about what has happened.  Later, Roger tells the group that Tom is on his way and delivers the news that Faith does not want anyone to know about Pat being with her on the houseboat; Maeve and Jill understand and promise not to say anything.  When Jill gets by Faith's bedside, she is shocked when Faith asks her if she is dying.

Episode 819 August 24, 1978

Mary and Jack arrive at the hospital to see Faith.  Later, Roger delivers Faith's instruction to not let Tom know that Pat was on the houseboat with Faith; Jack questions whether or not this is wise.  Tom arrives and gets the details on Faith's condition from Roger.  At Faith's bedside, Tom is stricken when realizes the grave condition that Faith is in and does his best to reassure her that everything will be okay.  Delia arrives to tell Roger about the appointment that she has with the commodities broker, but is hurt when Faith's condition distracts him from her.  At her appointment, Delia lies to Mr. Grimley about having more money in her savings account and convinces him to invest her money in the tea market.  Later, when Delia comes to see him at the hospital, Roger tells her that he has too many important things than to give Delia's financial matters any thought.  Meanwhile, Tom struggles to control his tears as Faith is prepped to be moved to another location.  Mary tries convinces Maeve and Jack that telling Tom only half the truth is not lying for Faith, but protecting her from an onslaught of Tom's anger.  Later, Tom implores the group to tell him everything that happened on the houseboat.

Episode 820 August 25, 1978

In the waiting room, Nancy gives Tom an account of what happened on the houseboat, but leaves out the details of Pat's presence.  Later, when Pat tells Tom what happened when Faith was brought to the Emergency Room, Tom reacts quietly and controls his emotions.  Sensing the need to clear the air, Jack leads Tom to the coffee machine, giving Pat and Maeve time to thank Nancy for stepping in when she did.  Later, Nancy takes Pat's mind off of the situation by telling him about her upcoming therapy program.  Faith's situation is brought up again when Nancy tells Pat it would be awful if Tom found out the truth.  Mary arrives at work frantic that things are going to be out of control and is surprised when she finds Siobhan answering phones and taking messages.  Siobhan is pleased when Mary calls Frank and insists that Siobhan be paid for her efforts and he agrees.  Later, as the two pack to go home, Frank tells Rae that while what they have is wonderful, he is deeply distressed about Jill finding out about them.  When Rae suggests that getting things back to normal may not be as easy as Frank thinks, Frank tells her the best thing to do is go home and deal with whatever may come.  Although dreadfully concerned about Faith, Tom is relieved to find that Pat had no part in the accident.  Later, Faith's nurse finds Tom and tells him the x-rays are back and that he needs to talk to the doctor as soon as possible.

Episode 821 August 28, 1978

Tom learns from Roger that Faith is in need of emergency surgery but that it poses a substantial risk to the baby.  Later, Jill finds out from Roger how bad things are and agrees to wait as Faith is in surgery.  When Jack tells her that Faith does not want Tom to know that Pat was on the houseboat, Jill is dubious but Jack tells her that Tom is already frantic and his knowing will only make matters worse.  Permission is granted for Pat to observe the surgery.  When Roger questions what good it will do, Pat tells him that for his own conscious he has to be there.  Later, Pat confesses to Roger the feelings that he still has for Faith; Roger tells him there is a big chance that Faith will not make it through surgery.  Jill convinces Tom to go for a walk with her and get some fresh air.  When the two leave, Maeve tells Jack about Jill and Frank's breakup and wonders how things can be over when they share a baby together.  In the operating room, the surgeon tells everyone that Faith's condition is much worse than anyone expected.  At the hospital, Delia is put off when Maeve refuses to acknowledge her accomplishments because of Faith.  Upset, Delia tells Maeve that the world does not revolve around Faith.  Jill mistakenly spills the beans about Frank's affair with Rae.  Meanwhile, Roger arrives to tell the group that Faith has made it through surgery, but the next six hours could tell the story.

Episode 822 August 29, 1978

Pat tells Nancy that the guilt he is feeling over Faith's accident is too much for him to bear.  In Edmund's waiting room, Jill tells Seneca it is sad to see how much Tom loves Faith, when it is obvious that Faith and Pat love one another but have missed their connection.  Seneca tells her that he loves her and hopes one day they will be together and will not miss their own connection.  At Ryan's, Rae tells Maeve and Johnny the details about Frank's campaign while watching for signs to see if they know about her relationship with Frank.  When Maeve remains detached, Frank realizes that it may be true.  When Rae leaves, Maeve invites Frank to tell his father the whole truth.  While talking to Nancy about Faith's situation with Tom, Pat finds himself drawn to Nancy, despite his feelings for Faith.  While they are talking, Faith's nurse approaches looking for Tom and tells Pat that Faith is going into labor.  Johnny is stunned when he finds out that Frank and Rae are lovers and that Jill found the two together when she tried to spring a surprise visit.  When Frank tries to defend his actions, he becomes angry when Maeve tells him if he'd spent more time trying to be a family and not focused so much on his political career, things would have worked out better.

Episode 823 August 30, 1978

As Frank reiterates to his parents the reasons for becoming involved with Rae, Maeve suggests that he pay a visit to Edmund and see if it will be easy for him to give up his family.  When she leaves, Johnny tells Frank that he would like to have a word with him.  At campaign headquarters, Rae offers Mary a permanent job until the end of the campaign, complete with nanny, expense account, and any thing else she will need to make it easier for her.  She is shocked when Mary turns her down flat.  Johnny begs Frank to consider Edmund's future to make sure that leaving Jill is the best thing for everyone.  Later, Frank goes to see Edmund and encounters Seneca.  Rae visits Jack at the hospital and makes a pitch to keep Mary on the job for the next nine weeks.  When Jack tells her that he and Ryan need a wife and mother, Rae does a number on him about sharing a life with Mary instead of trying to dominate it, and leaves him to think it over.  In Edmund's room, Frank asks for a moment to speak with Seneca and tells him while things are not what they were with Jill, Seneca should not think for a moment that he can cut him out of Edmund's life because that is one thing he won't be able to do.

Episode 824 August 31, 1978

Faith awakens and is given the news about her surgery from Roger.  She implores upon Roger to tell Tom the truth about possibly losing the baby.  Later, Roger tells Tom the truth and that there is a slight chance the baby will live.  In the waiting room, Roger tells Jill she can have a few moments with Faith when Tom comes out.  While waiting, Jill meets Mary in the lobby and when Mary tries to talk to her about Frank, Jill is forced to tell her about Frank and Rae.  Upset, Mary storms off to see Frank, and assures Jill that she will not talk to anyone else.  Meanwhile, Tom tells Faith that he loves her and refuses to give up in her and their baby.  Faith tells him that the thought of losing the baby hurts her just as much as it hurts him.  When he leaves Faith's room, Jill asks him if there has been a change and with tears in his eyes, he tells her no.  Frank tells Mary that things between him and Jill won't work.  Upset, Mary tells him that with a baby being involved, he has more to consider than just his feelings.  Later, Mary tells Frank that she is bound to hate Rae, but will try and to put up with her for his sake.  Jill visits Faith and assures her that things are going to be fine and for her not to worry.  Later, Jill becomes anxious when she calls out to Faith, but she answers very slowly.  When she leaves, Jill goes into the waiting room and is comforted by Tom.

September 1978 Daily Recaps

Episode 825 September 1, 1978

Mary arrives at the hospital and learns from Jack that Faith's situation is grave.  When Mary learns that Jack knows about Frank and Rae, Mary tells him she is worried that Frank won't have a choice.  Meanwhile, Frank pays a visit to Little John and delivers a present that he picked up for him on the campaign trip.  When Delia walks in and sees the two together, she cannot resist needling Frank about his relationship with Rae and cheating on Jill.  Sending Little John to another room, Frank tells Delia to leave Little John out of their affairs.  At the hospital, Mary is shocked when Jack tells her if she wants to take the job with Frank, then the choice is hers.  Later, Jack tells her with the extra help Rae is offering, he will be willing to sit out the next nine weeks without her if she is happy.  In Faith's room, Faith tells Tom that she is fighting to keep their baby, moments before being racked with pain.  When Tom realizes that Faith is in the throes of a miscarriage, he calls out for help as Faith becomes incoherent and begins to babble.  When the doctor orders him to leave the room, Tom is stopped in his tracks when Faith calls out for Pat.  At Rae's apartment, Frank tells Rae about the disappointment his parents are feelings; Rae persuades Frank not to make any drastic changes in his life until he can sleep over it.  Meanwhile, Tom tells Jack and Mary that Faith is miscarrying.  When Pat overhears, he tells Tom that he is sorry about his loss and is stunned when he sees the rage in Tom's face.

Episode 826 September 4, 1978

Faith is troubled when Tom maintains a strong rein over his feelings and tells her he will feel better when she is well again.  When Jill arrives, Tom sees this as an opportunity to leave and tells Faith he will return later.  Sure that he is gone, Faith tells Jill that something happened last night that frightened her.  Mary consults Bob about her job offer from Rae; he is surprised when he is able to put his personal feelings for Rae aside and tells Mary if she wants the job, then she should take it.  Later, the family agrees that while they are not comfortable with it, the only thing to do about Frank and Rae's situation is to support Frank and go along with it.  Meanwhile, Faith shares with Jill her fear that Tom overheard her yell for Pat.  At the boxing ring, Tom tells the manager that he needs a good workout.  Siobhan pays a visit to Frank and admits why she is working for the campaign and is relieved when he is supportive.  Later, when Frank admits to Tom that he has made a mess of things with Jill, he tells him he hopes he will be able to recover and straighten everything out.  At Ryan's, Pat admits to Maeve the depth of his feelings for Faith and how frustrating it is that he cannot go and see her because of Tom's feelings toward him.  At the gym, Tom lets out his anger on a body bag.

Episode 827 September 5, 1978

Faith shares her concern with Roger of how Tom is going to be affected by losing the baby.  Later, against Roger's urging not to do so, Faith insists he get Pat.  At the gym, Jumbo is concerned when he arrives and sees all the rage and frustration Tom is directing toward the body bag.  Meanwhile, Faith begs Pat to keep their secret and is hopeful when he promises to do so.  In the ring, things get out of hand when Tom goes head to head with a sparring partner and begins to take out all of his frustration on him.  In the staff lounge, Delia arrives to tell Roger the good fortune she is having with the commodities.  Failing to capture his interest, Delia launches into the story about Frank and Rae and is pleased when Roger becomes a little more attentive.  Mary pays a visit to Rae and while accepting her job offer, tells Rae that she is not pleased with her and Frank.  When Rae explains what Frank means to her, Mary is shaken when she realizes Rae has fallen in love with her brother.  In the ring, Tom becomes more and more aggressive and crosses the line when he ignores the manager's bell to end the session and knocks his partner out.

Episode 828 September 6, 1978

At the gym, Tom has to be pulled off of his sparring partner when he gets out of control.  When the gym manager asks Jumbo to help him get Tom out of the gym, Jumbo calls Jack for help.  Maeve visits Jill in Edmund's hospital room and expresses her sympathy for what Frank has done to her.  Jill is touched when Maeve tells her that regardless of what happens between Jill and Frank, she and Johnny will always be there for her and Edmund.  Meanwhile, Jack explains to the gym manager about Tom and promises to get him out of there.  Later, Jack talks Tom into going to the locker room and cooling off.  At the hospital, Jill is pleased when Seneca tells her he wants to throw Edmund a welcome home party.  Soon after, Seneca convinces Jill to go for a visit with his mother in Canada.  When Jack tells Tom that the gym manager has expressed concern over his behavior, Tom promises to apologize to him, as well as his sparring partner.  Later, Tom confirms Pat's suspicions that his anger is centered towards Pat, though he still has no idea that Pat was on the houseboat.

Episode 829 September 7, 1978

Jack leads Tom to his office and convinces him to get some much-needed rest and promises to get him if something comes up with Faith.  In the waiting room, Siobhan visits Pat and reminds him of some of their childhood pranks to help get his mind off of Faith.  Roger arrives and gives Pat news of Faith's condition and Siobhan finally realizes why Pat is so worried.  When Roger leaves, Siobhan tells Pat of the trouble she is having with Mary; Pat reinforces her instinct to hang in there.  When Jack finds them in the waiting room, he tells Pat and Siobhan about Tom's trouble at the gym and that he finally got him to go to his office and get some sleep.  A nurse comes and tells Pat that Faith is asking for him.  Meanwhile, Tom wakes up and heads to Faith's room.  Roger arrives home to a dinner prepared by Delia who is exulted in her success in the commodities market.  When Delia tells him she knows about Frank and Rae, Roger is stunned and tells Delia that Rae has had her eye on Frank for a long time.  Later, Delia fantasizes that she is comforted by Roger when the grim reaper comes to take her life away and realizes that they do belong together.  While visiting with Faith, Pat comforts Faith and tells her there are plenty of people that love her, including himself.  When he hears a grunt, Pat turns toward the door and sees Tom who tells Pat that it is okay for him to be there because he knows that he loves Faith.

Episode 830 September 8, 1978

Frank pays a visit to Edmund at the hospital and promises to never leave him.  When Jill arrives she demands that Frank put him down.  At campaign headquarters, Mary and Siobhan have a disagreement about the situation between Frank and Rae.  Later, Bob arrives and the three begin to work on a press release.  They fall into a tirade of laughs when a mock release is prepared that details the affair between Frank and Rae.  Outside of Edmund's room, Frank and Jill get into a disagreement about a father's rights when Jill tells Frank to stop pretending to be a father and get out of Edmund's life for good.  At Greenberg's, Nancy and Pat talk about her dance career and Pat's feelings for Faith; both recognize if they can't have what they want, at least they can be with each other.  Frank enters campaign headquarters, and after overhearing the details of the mock press release, he snatches it from Mary and adds a few lines of his own that leaves the group laughing even louder.  While laughing, a distracted Siobhan prepares the press release to be sent out and mistakenly sends out the wrong one.  Later, Frank tells them that he is finally giving up on Jill, but he is sad that Edmund has to be caught in the middle.

Episode 831 September 11, 1978

Tom seeks comfort from Maeve on his way back from the hospital.  Later, Rae arrives with plans about primary night and receives the cold shoulder from Maeve.  Trying to warm her up, she invites all the Ryans to the celebration, but is thrown off when Maeve asks her if Jill and Edmund are welcome as well.  Roger is concerned when Faith becomes delirious and confuses him for their father.  When Tom arrives, Roger worries when Faith starts murmuring about the houseboat.  He tries frantically to get Tom out of the room, but not before Tom overhears Faith making them promise that they won't tell Tom.  At Ryan's, Maeve gives Rae a piece of her mind about Frank and tells her regardless of what happens between them, she will always hope things work out between him and Jill.  Delia visits Siobhan at campaign headquarters and is overjoyed when Siobhan promises to tell the entire Ryan family her success in the commodities market.  Later, Rae visits headquarters and comes close to reading the wrong press release, but is stopped when Siobhan gives her the corrected copy.  Outside of Faith's room, Roger fails to stop Tom from going back to Faith's room.  When Roger is summoned upstairs, Tom leans over Faith and asks her what it is that she is trying to keep from him.

Episode 832 September 12, 1978

At campaign headquarters, Mary thanks Siobhan for all the work she has done and tells her that she doesn't know how she would have made it through without her.  Later, Jack enters and gives the sisters the bad news that Siobhan sent out the wrong press release.  With Faith's condition being as grave as it is, Seneca brings Jill a present to help her mind off of the situation; they're toe rings for each toe.  After receiving the latest report on Faith, Roger instructs the nurse to call her doctor and Jill.  Mary is appalled when she realizes the depth of the mistake that Siobhan has made.  Jack steps in to help and offers to call each reporter to retrieve the releases.  Later, Jack is successful in getting four of the releases back from the columnist, leaving Siobhan to get the last one from a reporter, who will only give it to her if she goes on a date with him.  Modeling her new toe rings, Jill receives a call from the hospital and rushes over.  In Faith's room, Tom is troubled when he presses Faith to find out what she doesn't want them to tell him; she continues to murmur about the boat.

Episode 833 September 13, 1978

Siobhan arrives at Lem's and is taken aback when Wes questions how much of the phony press release is true.  Meanwhile, Roger questions Tom to see if Faith has revealed any information in her delirium and is assured when Tom tells him no.  Later, Tom questions Jill about the events of the houseboat.  Jill is spared telling too much information when Roger comes in and tells them the antibiotic they are using might be the wrong one.  Siobhan explains to Wes some of her family history, hoping he will see how important getting the press release back means to her.  At the press office, Jack is concerned about how Siobhan is handling her date with Wes.  Mary assures him that Siobhan can handle herself.  When Jack accuses her of being unsympathetic, Mary tells him she fears if things with Siobhan continue along the same path, she will have to fire her.  At Lem's, Wes invites Siobhan to his apartment so they can discuss things a little more comfortably.  Aware that Faith needs her rest, Jill and Roger leave the room and are uncomfortable when Tom insists on staying for a while.  Later, Tom is able to put things together when Faith murmurs that Pat was the one driving the boat.

Episode 834 September 14, 1978

Siobhan tells Wes she is not going to bed with him and she will have to take her chances of him keeping the press release.  When Wes sees that she is serious, he hands over the press release and is pleased when Siobhan announces that he now has a friend for life.  At the hospital, Tom, Roger, and Jill become concerned when Faith's condition worsens.  When Faith yell's her father's name and becomes deathly still, Jill fears that she is dead.  Pat arrives at Ryan's and gives a report on Faith's condition.  Later, Siobhan arrives with Wes and assures Mary and Jack that everything is fine.  Mary asks for a word with Siobhan and tells her if anything like this happens again, Mary will be forced to fire her.  Meanwhile, cheers erupt from the bar when Bob, Rae, and Frank arrive and announce that Frank has won the primary.  After Johnny gives his speech, Rae tries to talk with Maeve, but is hurt when she gives her the cold shoulder.  Later, Roger, Jill, and Tom arrive from the hospital with word that Faith's fever has broken and that she is resting comfortably.  Moments later, Jill learns from Rae the truth about her feelings for Frank.  Tom questions Pat again about the accident and becomes angry when Pat tells him there is nothing he can do to help him.  When Pat leaves, Tom thinks that he sees someone he knows and is troubled when they disappear.

Episode 835 September 15, 1978

Roger arrives home and finds Delia in tears and refuses to tell him what is wrong.  After telling her that Faith has made a turn for the better, Roger is shocked when Delia admits that she voted for Frank.  He insists that she tell him what is wrong because he cannot handle the hysterics.  Jill tells Seneca that the antibiotics are working and Faith is getting better.  Later, Jill admits to Seneca that she questioned Rae about Frank.  At Ryan's, Johnny tells Pat how happy he is with the events of the evening.  When he brings up Pat's name, Tom begins to question Johnny about Pat and is haunted by the familiarity of a girl he thought he saw, to Johnny's concern.  Later, Tom questions Johnny about the events of the houseboat and is anxious when Johnny tells him to put it behind him.  Delia tells Roger that she lost her money in the commodities market; Roger tells her if she cannot handle the market, then for she should get out of it now.  Later, Roger and Delia admit to one another they are in love.  Roger tells her that they are meant for one another.  Jill and Seneca make love.  At home, Tom has trouble controlling his rage when he realizes everyone is lying to him.  He becomes uncomfortable when he remembers seeing Terry at the bar.

Episode 836 September 18, 1978

Delia forces Roger to share a cup of tea with her while they open their mail and finds a legal envelope declaring that her marriage to Pat has been legally annulled.  Rae awakens Frank with a reminder that he won the primary.  When Rae realizes that Frank is not listening, she questions him and realizes that he is thinking about Jill.  In Jill's bedroom, Seneca tells Jill they should talk again about getting married.  When Jill asks him why he wants to marry her, Seneca goes into a list of reasons ending with the fact that she belongs with him.  At Rae's house, Rae tells Frank that although she is not pressuring him into anything, she feels that they belong together.  Meanwhile, Delia is surprised when she notices that she has no reaction at all over the annulment and realizes that she is finally over the Ryan's.  Feeling that now would be the best time to do so, Roger proposes.  When Delia tells him that she is not sure if she wants to consider marriage right now, Roger tells her that he loves her and is sure that she loves him and pressures her for an answer.

Episode 837 September 19, 1978

Delia agrees to marry Roger and is delighted when he offers to buy her a diamond as big as the Ritz.  Roger visits Faith and tells her that she is recovering well.  Later, Faith is uneasy when Roger can't assure her that she did not tell Tom about Pat in her delirium.  In the waiting room, Pat is discouraged when Faith's nurse tells him that she is awake and asking for her husband.  In the waiting room, Roger finds Pat outside Faith's room and tells Pat that Faith is recovering well and that she would appreciate it for Tom to not find Pat hanging around her room.  When Nancy arrives, Pat tries to focus his attention on Nancy and is not fooled when she tries to hide the weakness in her leg.  Later, Nancy visits Faith and delivers a loving but friendly message to her from Pat.  Faith reinforces to Nancy, Pat's need to stay away, and asks her to make sure Pat gets the message.  In the staff lounge, Nancy limps in and tells Pat Faith's message.  When he questions her about limping, she dances to prove that all is well, but collapses.  At the jewelers, Delia picks out an extremely vulgar four-carat engagement ring, which Roger buys against his morals.

Episode 838 September 20, 1978

While delighting in Frank's victory, the Ryans express pleasure of Faith's recovery, although they are worried about Tom.  When Johnny tells them about Tom's behavior, Jack warns them to tread carefully around him.  Before he can explain everything, Tom enters the bar.  At the press office, Mary warns Siobhan that if she makes another mistake, she will be fired.  When Siobhan becomes angry, Mary tells her that she has an unconscious desire to cause trouble and that it will not be tolerated in the future.  Meanwhile, Tom gives Maeve, Johnny, and Jack one more chance to tell him the truth about the accident.  He becomes even angrier when they continue to lie.  When he leaves, Jack tells Maeve and Johnny that he needs to see if Tom knows because if he does, then lying to him is only making matters worse.  At the press office, Jack finds a depressed Siobhan and is shocked when she tells him that she is going to quit.  When he tells her the best way to be a good press secretary is to keep quiet about everything, he succeeds at getting her to hang around a little longer.  At Roger's, Delia hears loud noises coming from upstairs and becomes concerned when she realizes that Tom is upset and throwing things.  When she goes upstairs to investigate, Tom threatens her and tells her to get out of his house.  Frightened, Delia leaves.  Tom becomes confused and is not sure what has happened.

Episode 839 September 21, 1978

Delia finds Roger at the hospital and gives him details of her run in with Tom.  She confirms her suspicions that Tom is crazy.  Roger tells Delia he will look into things and leaves her in the lobby, where she runs into Jill who inquires about her ring.  In X-ray, Pat gets a copy of Nancy's charts and gives her the bad news that she will not be able to dance again.  Later, Pat tries to explain to Nancy that this would happen if she overdid it, but Nancy explodes and walks out on him.  Meanwhile, Delia, still gloating, tells Jill about her engagement to Roger and the fact that they will be sisters-in-laws.  She is hurt when Jill becomes upset and refuses to believe that Delia has changed at all.  At Rae's apartment, Polly visits Rae in hopes of getting the dirt on her relationship with Frank and is rewarded with news that Rae intends to marry Frank.  Meanwhile, Jill slams into the staff lounge demanding that Roger not go through with his marriage to Delia, for her sake as well as Faith's.  When Roger explains he loves Delia and is happiest with her, Jill tells him they were finally getting themselves together as a family and that if he goes through with it, he is going to spoil everything.

Episode 840 September 22, 1978

Seneca arrives at Jill's apartment and presents her with a pre-nuptial contract.  Before she can address it, Jack interrupts and tells Jill he is concerned about Tom and has a few questions for her.  Meanwhile, Pat finds out from a nurse that Tom has left Faith's room for the evening.  He visits Faith and as he is admitting that he is still in love with her, Tom walks up to Faith's door with flowers and overhears this.  When Faith admits to Pat that she still loves him as well, Tom misunderstands and leaves angrily before he has a chance to hear Faith also tell Pat that she is going to give her marriage a chance to work.  Meanwhile, Roger arrives home and tells Delia he wishes she had let him tell his family about their engagement, but gives up being upset when she tells him how happy she is being with him.  Delia suggests to Roger that they should live upstairs in the house, and Faith and Tom should move to the apartment.  She tells him that it will be better when Little John comes to live with them.  Roger accuses her of using Little John as a way to stay close to the Ryans, which Delia denies an immediately drops the subject in order to maintain peace in the home.  Jack asks Jill and Seneca if they think Tom knows about Pat's presence at the scene of the accident.

Episode 841 September 25, 1978

Jill tells Seneca that while she is anxious to know if Tom knows about Pat being on the boat, she is even more anxious to focus on the marriage contract that he presented to her.  While reading it, Jill finds something that does not meet her requirements.  Nancy apologizes to Pat for the way she treated him when she found out about her leg and assures him of her commitment to stay off it.  She then tells him she has decided to accept a job with the campaign.  Overjoyed, Pat offers to walk with her to campaign headquarters.  After reading over the contract, Jill tells Seneca that his logic is irresistible and agrees to marry him.  At campaign headquarters, Nancy approaches Frank about a job and is delighted when he accepts her with open arms.  Rae becomes jealous of the way Frank responded to Nancy, and is horrified when he offers her a job working with Georgia.  When Pat and Nancy leave, Rae tells Frank of the plans she's made for them this evening and doesn't get the hint that Frank wants to be alone.  As they prepare to leave, Rae notices how much Frank is missing Jill.  She tells him she loves him at the same moment that Seneca is telling his new fiancée, Jill, the exact same thing.

Episode 842 September 26, 1978

Tom finds a delighted Faith in her hospital room standing without assistance.  He brings her even more delight when he gives her word that she is to be released today.  Later, Faith becomes concerned when Tom asks her how soon it will be before they can plan for another baby.  Delia tells Bob her news about marrying Roger and is pleased when he gives his approval.  Faith tells Tom that now is not the time to think of another baby and pressures her to think of becoming pregnant in the next few months.  Later, Faith becomes upset when Tom refuses to acknowledge her desire to plan for the next baby more carefully.  Meanwhile, Roger visits Faith and tells her to prepare for some news she may not take well.  Bob and Siobhan share the news about Delia's marriage.  Faith misbehaves when Roger gives her the news of Delia; she begs him not to marry her.  When Roger tells Faith, he loves Delia and that she has grown up, Faith tries to give Roger advice before realizing she can't give someone advice on marriage when she can't even handle her own.  Meanwhile, Tom arrives home and finds Teresa's ghost waiting for him in the parlor with a flower in her hand.  Angry, she tells him that Faith and the Ryans are lying to him and are no longer his friends.  When she disappears, Tom calls after her and becomes confused when the flower that Terry was holding appears in his hand.

Episode 843 September 27, 1978

Siobhan briefs Jeri and the camera crew on the Ryan family background, and mistakenly tells Jeri that Frank has two sons.  Meanwhile, an out of breath Maeve arrives looking forward to the interview.  Frank gives Nancy an assignment her first day on the job: to defuse Ethel Green from verbalizing her objections of Frank for Senate.  Maeve gives Jeri some background information for her interview and is interrupted when Delia arrives with news that she is going to marry Roger.  When the interview starts, Mary, Bob, and Johnny watch from Campaign Headquarters.  While talking to Ethel, Nancy learns that Ethel does not like Frank because her son was given bad treatment during the hospital strike.  Nancy promises Ethel that she will get some information and return in the next few hours.  During the interview, Mary and Johnny are proud when Maeve answers tough questions about Frank.  Later, Maeve is appalled when she is put on the spot about Frank's private life and is questioned about Frank having two sons.  Able to dodge the bullet, Maeve smoothly delivers an answer that only includes Little John, never mentioning Edmund.  In the press office, when Johnny wonders who could have tipped Jeri off, Mary stares at Johnny boiling mad and yells that it was Siobhan.

Episode 844 September 28, 1978

Furious, Rae calls Mary determined to find out who it was on the inside and could have leaked information to the press about Edmund.  Mary tells her she may have a lead, but she will get back to her when she is sure.  At Ryan's, Siobhan admits to Maeve that she mistakenly told the reporter about Little John.  She is saved from Maeve's wrath when Jill enters the bar.  Nancy finds Pat in the staff lounge at the hospital and tells him about her encounter with Ethel Green.  She is delighted when Pat offers to visit Ethel in person to explain things to her.  Later, when Pat tells her she is giving him mixed signals, Nancy tells him that while she does not want to have a personal relationship, she would like to keep him as a friend.  Jill tells Maeve that she plans to marry Seneca.  When Maeve reminds her of their relationship with Seneca and how this will affect their relationship with Edmund, Jill assures her that Edmund will continue to be a part of their lives regardless of whether she is married to Seneca or not.  Meanwhile, Pat visits Ethel Green and while he improves the situation, he fails to resolve it, leaving Ethel still unwilling to give Frank her vote.  At Ryan's, Mary congratulates Maeve on her interview and tells her that she did a wonderful job handling the Edmund comment.  Later, Mary fires a grief-ridden Siobhan and refuses to explain to Maeve all the details.  When Siobhan tries to fight back, Maeve tells her that she is nothing but trouble and refuses to let her get off easily.

Episode 845 September 29, 1978

At Ryan's, Frank tells Maeve and Rae that he understands how Siobhan could have made the mistake she made because he has come close to talking about his two son's himself.  Rae irritates Maeve when she tells Frank not to think about or mention Edmund again until well after the election is over.  When Frank tells his mother that he wants to make things right for Siobhan, Siobhan tells him that it isn't possible and apologizes for the mistakes that she made.  Jack visits Tom in his office in hopes of learning what Tom may know about the Pat being on the houseboat; he manages to make Tom even more angry and withdrawn when Tom realizes that Jack is lying to him more and more.  When Jack leaves, Tom sees Terry again and is comforted when she tells him that they are all lying to him, but he doesn't have to get back at them because she will be angry for him.  Meanwhile, at Ryan's, Siobhan manages to make Maeve even angrier when she leaks information about Jill's engagement to Seneca.  After giving Frank all the details, Maeve accuses Siobhan of managing to destroy her own place in the family with her mouth.  Later, Rae becomes incensed when Frank leaves to talk to Jill about his role in Edmund's life.  Jack arrives at Ryan's and learns from Siobhan that she has been fired.  He realizes what this will mean in terms of Mary's workload and his home life.  At Jill's office, Frank arrives and demands that he have visiting rights with Edmund when she marries Seneca.

October 1978 Daily Recaps

Episode 846 October 2, 1978

Tom brings Faith home from the hospital and tells her his entire life is wrapped in his marriage to her.  Downstairs, Roger brings Delia home after shopping for a trousseau.  The two plan a wedding in New Orleans.  Across town, a furious Jill tells Seneca about her visit from Frank demanding father's rights.  When Seneca tells her the best thing to do is to build the kind of home that Edmund needs, the two agree to get married immediately.  Meanwhile, Delia becomes frustrated when Roger tells her he wants to make sure Faith is safe and sound before they leave town.  Upstairs, Tom settles Faith into bed and questions her again about the accident.  Seneca visits Frank and demands him to stay away from Jill and Edmund, especially since getting votes seems to be his main concern.  When Frank raises the issue of a father's rights, Seneca tells him that since he does not plan to be a full-time father, it would not be a good idea to confuse Edmund.  Tom becomes angry when Faith continues to evade his questions about the accident.  When Roger arrives, Tom heads for the parlor and is upset further when he overhears Faith and Roger discuss the accident and the obvious lies they are tell him.  Later, Tom sees Terry and learns that she is very angry at Faith.

Episode 847 October 3, 1978

In a bad mood due to Frank's visit with Jill, Rae yells at Bob and becomes apologetic when he tells her that if she doesn't calm down, he will leave the campaign and go back on police duty.  While Bob is explaining to Rae his that Frank would have no reason at this point to blow the campaign by getting back with Jill, Frank enters and is immediately questioned about his whereabouts.  At the press office, Mary and Jack disagree about her treatment of Siobhan when he asks about her firing.  When Jack offers up another position that Siobhan could fill, Mary is convinced that Siobhan would find a way to wreck the campaign; she is frustrated that Jack does not understand her point of view.  At Rae's apartment, Frank tells Bob about his visit with Jill and her decision to marry Seneca; he is convinced that he has to do something to get his son back.  Bob tells him that now is not the time to do anything irrational and further warns him that Rae is more involved with him than she is willing to admit.  Meanwhile, Roger tells Delia about his visit with Faith and tells her they are to leave on their trip as planned.  When Frank questions Rae about her feelings for him, she lies and evades his suspicions and manages to entangle him in one more strand of her web.

Episode 848 October 4, 1978

Maeve and Johnny have a discussion about Jill's upcoming marriage to Seneca and what this will mean to their relationship with Edmund.  Later, Siobhan enters.  After apologizing again for her slip up with the reporter, she asks her parents for help on a way to get back into the campaign and learns that Maeve is less than pleased with the idea.  Meanwhile, after making arrangements to sleep in another room so as not damage Faith's stitches, Tom becomes upset when Faith asks him about his feelings for Pat.  In Pat's hospital quarters, Nancy visits looking for help in determining who is the landlord of Ethel Green's building.  When Pat begins to give her a barrage of details on how to find the records, he is pleased when Nancy asks him to help her.  At Ryan's, Siobhan is very upset when Maeve vetoes any further participation on her behalf in the campaign.  When Siobhan tells her if it had been Mary who had made the mistake, she would have given her a second chance.  Maeve is stricken because she realizes that is true.  At the hospital, Pat explains to Nancy his isolation of the past several years with Delia and Faith and how helping her with the Ethel Green case is a sign of his reemergence into the family.  Meanwhile, when Faith asks Tom if he is more at ease with the whole Pat situation, Tom tells her he is and beckons her to go to sleep.  Later, Terry tells Tom that Faith is wicked for lying to him about Pat and that she deserves to be punished.

Episode 849 October 5, 1978

Delia arrives at the beauty salon to be pampered and feels important when she commands the attention of several beauticians.  Meanwhile, Roger arrives at Jill's office and after learning that she has agreed to marry Seneca, invites her to lunch in honor of their upcoming weddings.  At Frank's office, Polly arrives for a visit and is in awe at the way the operation is run.  Later, when Little John is needed for an appearance, Rae volunteers to keep him afterwards and wins the approval of both Frank and Bob, but leaves Polly stunned.  At the salon, Delia continues to be pampered and loves every minute of it.  At Lem's, Roger questions Jill about her feelings for Frank and learns that while she does not love Seneca as she loves Frank, the marriage will be the best thing for her and Edmund.  Later, Roger explains to Jill his relationship with Delia and tells her that while the therapy has helped her to grow up, he knows that it will be a while before she is free of her need for the Ryan's.  Feeling the effects of the martinis, Roger leaves Jill in Lem's to go out and smooth things over between Delia and the Ryan's.  At the salon, a beautified Delia looks over the finished work.  Meanwhile, Polly questions Rae about Bob and asks to be introduced to him at the next opportunity.  Later, Rae tells Polly that Little John is the way to Frank's heart and that she plans to pursue this approach the best she can.

Episode 850 October 6, 1978

Maeve apologizes to Siobhan for what she said to her the night before and tells her she hopes she does not continue to feel that she is being rejected from the family.  Later, Siobhan realizes that Maeve's opinion of her is still very low, when Maeve tells her it will be unfair for her to ask Frank to give her another position in the campaign because another mistake on her part could ruin his chances.  In the bar, a drunk Roger visits the Ryan clan in hopes of making a plea of acceptance for both Delia and himself.  As they are wishing him well, the newly beautified Delia enters and leaves them all stunned.  After reviling in the attention she is getting from her makeover and ring, Delia realizes that Roger is smashed and hurriedly gets him out.  Johnny gives Roger a few cigars in honor of his upcoming nuptials, while Maeve feels sorry for him fearing that he has brought disaster upon his life.  Meanwhile, Tom has a hard time controlling his anger when Faith asks him if the Ryans can visit her tomorrow.  When Faith tells him that Maeve is the closest thing that she has had to a mother, Terry appears and tells Tom that she only wants to see Faith so she can be closer to Pat.  When Roger and Delia arrive, Roger tells Faith that he and Delia are leaving that evening for their honeymoon and is delighted when Faith wishes him the best.  When Faith inquires about the cigar that Roger has, he tells her that it was a gift from Johnny and lights it placing it in the ashtray by her bed.  As the two prepare to leave, Delia further aggravates Tom when she blurts out that Pat never truly loved her.  When the two leave, Tom convinces Faith that he is not angry over Delia's remark and leaves her to go to sleep.  Outside the room, Terry tells Tom that Faith deserves to be punished and  that she will take care of it.  Meanwhile, Faith sleeps unaware that the bed is on fire.

Episode 851 October 9, 1978

Faith sleeps soundly unaware that her bedclothes are on fire.  In the parlor, Terry and Tom share feelings of contentment; Tom is grateful that she is there for him.  When Tom begins to question if he should go upstairs and check on Faith, Terry convinces him to sit by the window and get some fresh air.  Later, Jill enters after knocking on the door and finds Tom in the parlor.  When she asks if this would be a good time to visit Faith, Tom tells her she is sleeping.  Meanwhile, Patty finds Rae in a bind and laughs when Rae admits to not being very maternal.  When Patty inquires of how she will handle things if Rae marries Frank, Rae tells her that she plans to hire a very capable nanny to keep Little John out of their hair.  When Frank and Bob arrive, Rae shows Frank the myriad of trucks that she bought Little John and tells Frank that that the two of them had a wonderful time.  Later, when Bob offers to take Little John home, Polly solicits an invitation for herself and is pleased when Bob agrees.  When they leave, Rae admits to Frank that she agreed to watch Little John so she could prove to him she can relate to children as well as Jill.  Meanwhile, as the fire in Faith's bed grows, Jill decides not to disturb Faith and leaves word with Tom that she came by to visit.  Across town, Rae pretends to be in love with Little John and is pleased when she wins more of Frank's approval.  Meanwhile, Faith is saved at the last moment when Jill smells smoke and she and Tom race for the room in a panic.

Episode 852 October 10, 1978

When Jack finds Mary still upset about Siobhan, he suggests that she work something out with Frank so in some way Siobhan can still be a part of things with the campaign.  Meanwhile, as Tom carries Faith into the living room, Jill tells them of the cigar she found in Faith's bed.  Faith thinks she must have knocked it over in her sleep.  Later, when Tom leaves to remake the bed for Faith, she experiences a moment of distress when Jill tells her she is going to marry Seneca.  Siobhan visits Frank in his office to apologize for her mistakes and asks him for a job.  Wanting to make things right, Frank offers her a job assisting Georgia in his office; she ecstatically, accepts.  Overhearing their celebration, Mary enters ready to speak on Siobhan's behalf and becomes upset when she finds that Frank has given her a job in a place where she can make more trouble.   When Frank jumps to Siobhan's defense and tells Mary that things will work out, Mary tells him that he is asking for it.  Frank comforts Siobhan and tells her that regardless of the odds against her, he is going to give her a second chance.  Faith tells Jill that although she does not believe Seneca to be the man for her, she wishes them the best.  When Jill explains the details of the wedding and honeymoon and that Miriam and Edmund are going, Faith tells her that she is happy as long as Jill is happy.  Later, as Tom takes Faith to bed, Terry appears and smiles at Tom.  Confused, Tom smiles back.

Episode 853 October 11, 1978

Jill arrives at Ryan's and gives Johnny news about her upcoming marriage with Seneca.  She assures him she will not let the marriage come between his and Maeve's relationship with Edmund.  In Las Vegas, Delia and Roger arrive at their hotel room and prepare to be married immediately.  At Ryan's, Frank tells Johnny about rehiring Siobhan.  He admits that he hates being in the middle of two sister's rivalry.  Johnny tells him that he has done the right thing.  Johnny tells Frank that Jill is set to marry Seneca this afternoon.  Frank is anguished when Johnny asks him if going for the Senate is worth losing his son and the woman that he loves.  Later, Frank arrives at Jack's with a bottle of liquor and announces that he has just given himself the rest of the afternoon off.  Half drunk, Frank pours out his anger and hurt at the loss of Edmund, with Jack knowing full well that it is really Jill he is hurt over.  After watching Frank pour drink after drink, Jack asks him if he wants to give up everything that he has worked for in order to get Jill and Edmund back.  Frank never thought he would have to choose.  Roger and Delia arrive at the courthouse without rings and purchase wedding rings for $3.98, which Delia vows to keep forever.  After they are married, Delia tells Roger that her other marriages were only a part of growing up and that this one is real.  Obsessively drunk and overwhelmed by feelings, Frank heads for City Hall in order to stop a wedding.

Episode 854 October 12, 1978

At City Hall, Seneca goes to see what is keeping the judge, who is five minutes behind schedule.  As Miriam and Jill wish that Faith and Roger were there to see the marriage, Miriam freezes when she looks down the corridor and finds Frank standing against the wall watching them.  In the casino, as Roger and Delia play the blackjack table, Roger struggles to fight his past gambling impulses and refuses to leave the table when he gets in a rut.  Drunk, Frank approaches Jill and Miriam a bit unsteadily.  Jill warns Frank to leave before Seneca arrives.  Frank assures Jill that he is not spoiling for a fight, but tells her that marrying Seneca is the dumbest thing that she could ever do just because she is mad at him.  When Jill says she loves Seneca, Frank tells her that she is lying.  The two become more and more with one another.  When Seneca appears, he tells Frank that he was the last person he expected to see at his wedding.  Meanwhile, Delia is worried when Roger becomes obsessed at the blackjack table.  She gets him out before he loses the thousands of dollars that he won earlier.  Later, Delia is pleased when Roger agrees to tell her about his past gambling problems.  At City Hall, Seneca tells Frank that the last person he wants at his wedding is a drunk Senatorial candidate.  As the two continue to argue, Jill sees a reporter from the wire service watching them.  She tells Frank that the last thing that he needs is a story appearing in Rae's rival newspaper about him showing up at former legal aide's wedding.  When Dan approaches, he addresses each person individually before asking what the group was arguing about.

Episode 855 October 13, 1978

At City Hall, Jill and Miriam come to Frank's defense and tell Dan that they are celebrating the marriage and though drunk, they are trying to get Frank to go home and get some sleep.  Later, when Dan questions Edmund's parentage, Frank is angered when Seneca claims him as his own.  Before he can counter, Jill and Miriam grab Frank's arm and lead him out of the building.  In an effort to stall him, Seneca asks Dan to be a witness in their wedding and Dan politely accepts.  Meanwhile, Pat calls Faith to check on her and is told it would be best to not call her in the future.  When Tom overhears, he misinterprets the innocence of the call and becomes upset when Faith lies and tells him the call was from Mary.  Later, when Faith tells Tom that she cannot summon a lot of sympathy for Frank, Tom counters that there was a time when he believed she could have forgiven the Ryan men for anything.  Later, Terry appears and tells Tom that Faith deserves to be punished.  At City Hall, Jill and Seneca are married.  Meanwhile, Frank has a brother-to-brother chat with Pat.  Pat tells him he is sorry things have turned out the way they have.  In her bedroom, Faith is awakened by explosive thunderstorms and gets out of bed when she hears Tom calling out for her.  When she leaves the room to find him, Faith grabs the banister and is pushed off of the landing.

Episode 856 October 16, 1978

Faith manages to grab hold of the railing when the banister gives way.  She hangs on for dear life while yelling for Tom.  When Tom hears her, he runs to the banister and pulls her up. He is grieved to learn that her stitches opened during the fall.  At Ryan's, Mary calls to leave word for Jack that she will be arriving home late, but she is sending a car and dinner for him.  When Jack gets the message, he and Johnny get into a minor disagreement over Mary's commitment to the campaign, which is broken up by Siobhan.  When the driver arrives, Siobhan manages to convince him to let her ride uptown.  Meanwhile, Tom is confused when Faith tells him that she was out of bed because she heard him calling for her, considering he was almost asleep.  When the painkiller starts to kick in, Faith begins to fall asleep and begs Tom to stay with her for a while.  At Ryan's, Nancy tells Pat of her success in finding out who owns Ethel Green's building and that she has been able to file a complaint.  She is delighted when Pat agrees to go with her to confront him.  Later, when Pat tells Nancy about Jill's marriage to Seneca, Nancy tells him that this may be the beginning where the Ryan's and the Coleridge's can finally function independently of one another.  After their limo ride home, Siobhan invites herself upstairs with Jack and Ryan for dinner.  Meanwhile, while Faith sleeps, Tom yells at Terry to go away when she tries to get him away from Faith.

Episode 857 October 17, 1978

When Jack becomes stressed about Mary coming home late, Siobhan convinces him to practice some yoga exercises with her.  Meanwhile, a hung-over Frank arrives at Rae's apartment in no mood for an argument and finds her in a fury.  Frank tells Rae that he was out getting drunk with Jack and that he will make it up to his voters.  When Rae presses the issue, Frank tells her the truth about Jill and Seneca.  On their honeymoon dinner, Jill convinces Seneca that she is happy and is sure they have done the right thing.  Meanwhile, Delia urges Roger to tell her about his past gambling problems and is grateful when Roger gives her his thousands of dollars in winnings from earlier today.  After securing the winnings in a dresser drawer, Delia thinks of a way to make the trip more enjoyable for Roger, since he should not gamble.  She is pleased when Roger begins to make love to her and tells her he knows of no more enjoyable way for him to spend his honeymoon.  After calming Jack down, Siobhan and Jack get to know one another a little better.  Meanwhile, to Rae's dismay, Frank regrets his loss of Jill and fears that without her his life is going to fall apart.  On their honeymoon, Jill and Seneca enjoy each other and feel that their marriage was the best decision that they could have made.

Episode 858 October 18, 1978

Delia awakens alone, thinking Roger is in the bathroom.  She calls her broker and finds out that her tea contracts are worth $25,000.  When she gets out of bed to find Roger, she finds that he has left the room and that their previous winnings are gone.  Maeve visits Faith and becomes anxious when she learns from Tom about the two accidents that Faith has had so close to one another.  Later, Maeve offers Tom a bit of mothering when he admits to her the jealousy he still feels for Pat.  At the casino, Roger writes a $500 check in order to continue gambling.  When Delia arrives, she finds Roger at the blackjack table having lost all of their winnings from the night before.  When Roger refuses to leave with her, Delia creates a major scene in order to get Roger out of the casino before he loses more money.  Meanwhile, As Maeve visits Faith, Tom eavesdrops outside the door and has problems controlling his anger when he hears Faith ask about Pat.  Later, Faith tells Tom that she feels nothing will ever happen to her as long as he is around.  In their hotel, Delia and Roger have an argument when Delia refuses to let him gamble further.  When Roger tells her the details of his past gambling problem, Delia suggests that they cut their honeymoon short and go home early.

Episode 859 October 19, 1978

Weighed down with presents, Delia arrives home from Las Vegas in a full leather cowgirl outfit with matching hat.  In Frank's office, Pat, Nancy, and Ethel arrive and give Frank and Rae a report of the triumph they experienced with Ethel's landlord.  While watching the two, Frank is pleased when he sees what he thinks to be an attraction between Pat and Nancy.  At Ryan's, Delia flaunts her new founded wealth and hands out the gifts that she's purchased for everyone, cowboy hats.  Later, Delia admits to Bob that she and Roger cut their honeymoon short and expresses her concern that Roger's past gambling problem is might not be in the past.  Meanwhile, Ethel tells Frank that while he does have her vote, she would love to see him doing more campaigning with the school district.  Later, Rae offers Polly a job, but Polly refuses to be on her payroll.  However, she does promise to volunteer in whatever capacity they may need her.  In a celebratory mood, Pat invites Nancy to dinner and is delighted when she agrees to dinner at Ryan's.  At Ryan's, Johnny and Bob fill Delia in on what they know about Roger's gambling problem.

Episode 860 October 20, 1978

After thanking Bob and Johnny for their information, Delia leaves with an announcement that Roger is taking her to buy a fur coat.  When Pat and Nancy enter, Delia tells Pat all of her accomplishments, including the fact that she is worth $40,000, but begins to feel left out when the group changes the conversation.  Pat and Nancy give the group a recap of their triumph in the Ethel Green case.  When Nancy asks to see a version of Irish step dance, Pat tries to protect Nancy feelings about not being able dance again by pretending to have two left feet.  Later, Johnny has a talk with Nancy and realizes that Nancy likes Pat more than she is willing to admit.  Delia arrives at the furrier later than promised and sets out to buy the perfect fur coat.  Later, after Roger recaps the details about Faith's accidents, Delia surprises Roger by wishing Faith and Tom all the happiness that she and Roger seem to have.  At Ryan's, Johnny advises Pat to steer clear of Nancy Feldman so as to not cause trouble between her father and Frank.  Pat admits to Johnny that while he thought he was free and clear of his feelings for Faith, he still loves her and has no intentions of starting things over again with Nancy.  At the bar, Nancy is troubled when she asks Bob to fill her in on the Ryan children's history and he tells her that Pat has had girl after girl.

Episode 861 October 23, 1978

Jack arrives at the press office and is impressed when Siobhan refuses to chat with him in order to maintain her professionalism.  Inside Frank's office, Jack tells Frank that he has arrived so that he can get the scoop on his upcoming speech.  Later, Siobhan enters with a mysterious letter.  Frank opens the envelope and finds that the letter is an unwelcome endorsement from a person that is heavily involved in organized crime.  When the entire group votes to file the letter away, Siobhan is told to leave the letter for Georgia to file and is cautioned not to say a word to anyone.  Later, Jack fails when he tries to give Siobhan a word of caution as he overhears her accepting a date from reporter, Wes Leonard.  Meanwhile, Rae wins points with Frank when she suggests that he take Little John with him on an open car tour of the city.  Later, when Frank tells Rae of his pain over losing Edmund, Rae sympathizes and tells him she hopes that she will get to spend more time with him and Edmund.  On their honeymoon, as Seneca and Jill spend the morning with Edmund, Seneca tells Jill that he now has everything he truly wanted in life.  Meanwhile, Frank tells Rae that he gave up things he valued without even realizing what he was doing so.  At the Children's zoo, Seneca and Jill bond with Edmund as the three make an effort to be a real family.  At Frank's office, Wes enters without Siobhan knowing, and copies information from Frank's unwelcome endorsement letter.  Later, Wes leaves Frank's office and reenters without Siobhan knowing that he was there.

Episode 862 October 24, 1978

Johnny arrives for a visit with Faith and accidentally upsets her when he makes an innocent reference about Pat.  Later, Jack invites Tom and Faith to dinner at Fenelli's.  At Ryan's, Delia flaunts her new fur coat for Kevin and Johnny and tell them her commodities are worth more and more every day.  When Johnny inquires about the market and Delia's success in tea, she gives him the same advice he originally gave her and tells him that the business is too risky for him to become involved.  Later, Rae enters and ruffles Delia feathers when she persuades Johnny to allow Little John to go out campaigning in the open car with her and Frank.  When Delia counters, Rae makes it a point to let Delia know she has been spending a lot of time with Little John and that Johnny is Little John's guardian, so there isn't much that Delia can say.  When Rae and Little John leave, Delia demands to know from Johnny how much time Rae has been spending with her son.  At dinner, Mary calls to tell Jack that she will be late, but will get there soon.  When Jack and Faith get into a discussion of the Ryan family values, Jack inflames Tom further about Pat, when Jack labels him as not willing to give up on something until he gets it.  When Tom goes on the balcony, Jack apologizes to Faith who tells him that Tom will be okay in a few minutes.  Terry appears to Tom on the balcony and convinces him that Faith and Pat are lovers.  Later, Faith arrives on the balcony to check on Tom.  While looking at the stars, Faith is unaware that Tom is approaching her from behind with Terry pressing him on to push her.

Episode 863 October 25, 1978

Unaware that she is in danger, Faith continues to talk to Tom and becomes uneasy when Tom presses her forward on the railing.  As Terry presses him to push her off, Mary arrives and interrupts the moment.  At Frank's office, Siobhan finds the letter of endorsement sitting on Georgia's desk and implores of her to file it away ASAP.  Later, Siobhan tells Nancy about her date with Wes and how she had a good time.  When Siobhan inquires Nancy's feelings for Pat, Nancy tells her that a relationship between them would be impossible because of their backgrounds, although it becomes clear that she wishes for more.  With the tension heavy between Jack and Mary, the two agree to postpone their ensuing argument until their guests have left.  Later, Mary convinces Tom to take Faith away for a few days while she recuperates.  After they leave, Mary pleads with Jack to be patient a little longer and promises him that all will be well after the election.  Jack tells her that he will be all right for a few more weeks, as long as he knows that this will over soon.  Tom and Faith plan a trip alone together in the woods, which Teresa approves.

Episode 864 October 26, 1978

Delia tells Roger that Rae is using Little John to get to Frank and that she wants Little John to come and live with them.  When Roger suggests that she try it out for an afternoon before she make any life altering decisions, Delia gets dressed so she can go to Ryan's and arrange things.  At Ryan's, Rae tells Johnny that she would like to talk to him about Little John.  Over breakfast, Siobhan questions Pat about Nancy and tells him that, in her opinion, Nancy is seriously interested in him.  When Pat discounts this, Siobhan convinces him to give things another try before he gives up completely.  Rae tells Johnny that she is planning a trip to Florida later that morning as a way for Frank to relax, and she wants to invite Little John.  Ecstatic, Johnny gives his permission and tells Rae that Frank is depressed because of Jill and Seneca's marriage, but that a vacation with his son may just be the thing he needs.  Later, Delia arrives to make arrangements to spend the day with Little John and is stopped in her tracks when she sees Little John leaving with Rae.  Delia explodes in rage when, after asking to spend the day with her son, she learns that Little John is on his way to Florida.  In a tantrum, Delia tells Johnny it is unfair to compete with Rae.  She is upset further when Rae and Little John make a hasty getaway, and Pat tells her that she is not the guardian of Little John and has no say in the matter.  At Rae's apartment, Frank thanks Rae for the opportunity to be able to get out of town to relax and escape his troubles.  Enjoying their honeymoon, Jill and Seneca spend some quality time together enjoying New York.

Episode 865 October 27, 1978

On Rae's private plane, Little John visits the cockpit as their journey to Florida begins.  At Frank's office, Delia enters and demands Bob to let her know if it is possible to have Rae Woodard arrested for kidnapping.  Later, when Delia tells Bob that she is going to get a lawyer and fight for custody of Little John, Bob makes her promise to wait until after the election.  In the plane, Rae tells Frank that she enjoys being rich and that this is the lifestyle he deserves.  Later, Rae reads the newspaper and demands the pilot to turn the plane around and take them back to New York.  When Frank questions her motives, Rae thrusts the paper at him and tells him that there is something he needs to take a look at.  Jack questions Siobhan about her date with Wes and is amused when he learns from her that Wes left early to go home and write a column.  When he fears that she is becoming too involved with Wes, Jack tells Siobhan that this could be the biggest mistake of her life.  Later, Siobhan leaves on an errand, moments before Frank and Rae return.  When Rae delivers the news that Wes Leonard got a hold of the endorsement letter, Rae is fearful that there is a leak in the campaign.  Later, the group is upset when they find out that Siobhan had dinner with Wes and assume that she is the leak.  Rae tells the group that she warned Siobhan and now it is time for her to pay.  Later, Siobhan enters and asks what all the commotion is about.

Episode 866 October 30, 1978

Siobhan learns of Wes Leonard's article and offers the group information of how it could have happened.  When Rae accuses her of ruining months of hard work because she cannot help to keep her big mouth shut, Siobhan realizes she is the number one suspect.  Maeve returns home from campaigning and finds Delia waiting for her.  Delia accuses Rae of using Little John to get to Pat and receives a bit of encouragement when Maeve admits to not caring for Rae that much.  Later, Maeve is shaken when Delia tells her of plans to have Little John live with her and Roger.  A horrified Siobhan denies being the leak to Wes Leonard.  Later, when Rae lights into her about ruining things for Frank, Siobhan quits, not wanting to bring further disaster upon Frank.  Maeve tells Johnny about Delia's renewed interest in Little John and admits to him what losing Little John is going to mean to her, especially since she has lost Edmund.  Jack finds Siobhan and comforts her in the face of the fact that she is unable to find a real place for herself within the family.  He tells her he knows her to be someone that owns up to her mistakes and that if she says she did not do it then she didn't.  However, Jack does tell Siobhan that while he believes that she did not offer the information voluntarily, he wonders if she did so without knowing; Siobhan denies this vehemently.

Episode 867 October 31, 1978

Mary arrives at Ryan's and shocks Maeve and Johnny when she shows Wes Leonard's article, but refuses to tell them who the leak is until she has more information.  When Siobhan and Jack enter, Mary asks Siobhan about the article and accuses her of lying when Siobhan tells them that she did not tell Wes.  Jill and Seneca arrive home from their honeymoon and take a gift to Faith from their childhood.  When Faith tells them that she and Tom are thinking of taking a trip, Jill and Seneca suggest a place in the country where Faith may be able to recuperate.  At Ryan's, Maeve and Mary rip into Siobhan and accuse her of not being able to control her tongue.  When Jack comes to Siobhan's defense, Johnny tells him to stay out of family business.  Later, Mary tells Siobhan that quitting the campaign may have seemed to be the best solution, but if Frank loses the election, it will be all her fault.  Meanwhile, while Tom prepares tea, Faith tells Jill and Seneca of the staircase incident and that she could have been killed if Tom had not reached her in time.  In the kitchen, Terry tells Tom while he is devoting himself to Faith and her vacation, she will be thinking of Pat.  When Tom denies that, Terry names all of the dangers that exist at the waterfalls and tells Tom this will make the trip worthwhile.  At Ryan's, Siobhan tries desperately to convince her mother that she did not leak information to Wes, but to no avail.  Later, Jack places a call to Larry Paige on Siobhan's behalf that only confirms that the information Wes obtained came from Frank's office.

November 1978 Daily Recaps

Episode 868 November 1, 1978

At the hospital, Pat and Roger share a nice moment together when Pat wishes Roger the best in his marriage to Delia.  Later, Pat is taken aback when he learns from Roger that Faith and Tom are going on a secluded vacation.  Siobhan arrives at the hospital waiting room and convinces Pat to take her to dinner at Lem's.  Delia sails into Jill's office clothed in her new fur ensemble and asks Jill to represent her in a custody hearing against Frank, for free.  When Delia tells her that she does not want to use her money to pay lawyer fees, Jill declines and gives her a piece of her mind.  At Lem's, Siobhan pours her heart out to Pat about her latest mistake and vehemently denies leaking the information, and is grateful when Pat believes her.  When Pat questions her decision to quit, Siobhan tells him that it is hard to work well when you are surrounded by a group of people who do not believe in you.  Jill visits Roger and tells him of Delia wanting free legal advice.  Roger tells Jill that he and Delia are proper parents for Little John.  Siobhan is comforted by Pat when she yearns for the same loving treatment that Maeve and Johnny give to Mary, Frank, and himself.  Jack arrives at Wes's office and invites him out for drinks in an effort to find out his source of the story against Frank.

Episode 869 November 2, 1978

At Rae's apartment, Rae becomes edgy when reporters continue to call about the allegation thrown at him from the Wes Leonard article.  Later, when Rae asks Frank if he cares that his political career is going down the tubes, Frank tells her that this has helped him to realize that he has given up on what really matters in the world, Jill and Edmund, and to lose the campaign now will only be ironic.  Jill, Seneca, and Edmund spend time as a family and are happy together.  When Delia starts about wanting to take over Faith's part of the house, she makes Roger see that living in the house his father use to occupy is something that he wants to do.  Later, Roger tells Delia that having children of his own does not appeal to him, that he is open to helping her raise Little John, and feels this would be the best way - to raise a child to be around, but ultimately having no responsibility.  Happy, Delia tells him that she is going to go out tomorrow and find a lawyer to represent her.  While playing cards, Tom makes an extremely bored Faith happy when he tells her their vacation begins tomorrow.  Later, Tom cautions Faith when she tells him that she plans to do as much as she can because she is tired of playing it safe.  Meanwhile, Rae is taken aback when she advises Frank to ignore the business of the Wes Leonard column.  Frank demands that he is going to straighten things out his way because he has compromised enough for the Senate as it is.  Later, when a major wire service calls, Frank tells them the truth about Larry Paige's offer, much to Rae and Bob's demise, and knows that now the only thing to do is wait to see if it has hurt him or helped him.

Episode 870 November 3, 1978

At a local bar, Jack is surprised when Wes questions him on his feeling about marriage and family.  When Jack orders another round of drinks, Wes tells him he knows that Jack is only hoping to loosen Wes' tongue, so that he can find out who his contact was in the story he wrote about Frank.  Across town, when Faith tells Mary how well Tom is taking care of her, Mary jokes with her that she went from one rescuer to another, which angers Tom who is listening from the hall.  Later, Mary talks about Theresa Donohue, and tells Faith that since her death, Tom has been looking for someone to love and care for and that he has finally found it in Faith.  In the kitchen, Terry tells Tom that he is only a replacement for Pat and asks him how long he plans to suffer this way for Faith.  While trying to find out Wes's source, Jack tells Wes of the trouble that Siobhan is in because of his article and is exuberant when a remorseful Wes agrees to help as they head for Ryan's.  Meanwhile, Faith tells Mary that Tom is doing much better and gives her the details of their upcoming trip.  In the kitchen, Tom struggles between rage and his super ego when Terry tells him of the dangers that exist in the country.  She tells Tom that nothing has to happen to Faith.  At Ryan's, Siobhan and Maeve have a mother daughter moment in which Siobhan regrets as only being a part of the family as a source of division.  When Mary arrives, she gives the two a glowing report of how well Faith is doing, which manages to lift Maeve's spirits.  Later, Jack bursts in with a really drunk Wes and tells Siobhan that Wes has something to tell her.

Episode 871 November 6, 1978

Smashed, but sentimental, Wes tells Siobhan how much he likes her and tells her that he never meant to get her into any trouble.  When Wes continues to bumble around drunkenly, Siobhan demands that Wes get to his point and is shocked when Wes admits to having gotten his information from the letter in Frank's office.  At the hospital, Johnny tells Bob of his worries and what the Wes Leonard column can do to Frank's political career.  Later, when the two run into Seneca, Johnny and Seneca have a major conflict over Edmund and the roles that Maeve and Johnny will have in Edmund's life.  Meanwhile, Wes explains to Siobhan exactly how he got hold of the letter and keels over into Jack's arms when Siobhan slaps him across the face.  Angry, Siobhan tells Wes that he has put her in a place where her word means nothing to her family.  She will never be able to forgive him.  Later, when Maeve and Mary try to apologize for their mistrust in her, Siobhan tells them this just proves that she will never have a place in the family and that she knows now is the time for her to get on with her life on her own terms.  At the hospital, Johnny tells Bob about his recent conversation with Frank and of his regrets of everything that Frank has given up for the campaign.  Meanwhile, Maeve and Mary express hope in being able to talk with Siobhan tomorrow.  In the bar, Siobhan thanks Jack for providing the proof that she is not a liar.  Later, when Johnny arrives, Maeve tells him that she has made a real mess of things this time.

Episode 872 November 7, 1978

On election day, Maeve tells Johnny of all the things that she has to do on Frank's behalf when all she would like to do is sit with Siobhan and apologize for a life time of hurt, and the fact that she asked her family to believe in her and they chose not to.  Frank and Rae arrive to pick them up to vote and make time to watch Mary being interviewed on Frank's behalf.  Later, Mary does an impassioned defense of Frank, which delights everyone, especially Rae.  Meanwhile, as Seneca and Jill prepare to vote, Jill is thrown off guard when Seneca tells her about his encounter with Johnny the night before and his feelings that Edmund needs to see as little of the Ryans as possible.  When Jill reminds him of their marriage contract and tells him that she has given the Ryan's her word, Seneca tells her that she is acting from habitual feelings, but that he will respect her decision.  Delia makes an appointment with Anne Burney seeking advice to obtain custody of Little John.  Later, Anne tells Delia that she will take the case and gives her advice on how to prove to the judge that she will be a fit parent.  At the polling station, Seneca and Jill take turns with Edmund while the other votes.  When the Ryans arrive, Rae stays at Frank's side to avoid any contact between the two, but is forced to leave when a photographer wants a picture of her with Maeve.  Later, Jill wishes Frank luck and tells him that she hopes that it is all worth it in the end.

Episode 873 November 8, 1978

At Ryan's, Pat tells Jack and Johnny his concerns for Siobhan and hopes to find her so they can talk.  Mary arrives and the three congratulate her on her TV interview.  Jack tells her how proud he is of her and how happy that this is all over.  Kathleen arrives.  When she asks after Siobhan, Mary is forced to give her the gory details of the day before.  At Frank's office, Maeve seeks Frank advice in dealing with Siobhan and is grateful when Frank offers to take the time tomorrow to sit with her.  Later, when Maeve asks him about his reaction to seeing Jill with Seneca and Edmund at the polls, Frank tells her that if had it to do over again, he would handle things differently, but unfortunately he is not given a second chance.  At Ryan's, Mary tells Siobhan that she is glad she is home so that she can make things up with her.  Frank arrives and gives the group a run-down on Maeve's performances all day.  Later, Jack tells Mary how happy he is that he will have her back when the day is over.  When Rae arrives, she offers Mary her congratulations on the interview earlier that day and offers her $40,000 a year as the anchorperson on the local evening news.  When Jack looks worried, Rae offers to wait until she and Jack have time to discuss it, but tells her that the offer is effective immediately.  Delia arrives and arranges to pick Little John up from school to take him for a visit with her and Roger.  In the kitchen, Pat tells Kathleen that Faith has made her life now and that he is trying his best to let her live it.  At the lakeside, Faith is at a cliff overlooking the lake with Tom  - and Terry.

Episode 874 November 9, 1978

On election night, Maeve wonders where Siobhan could be.  Meanwhile, when Mary asks Jack if her current job offer is bothering him, Jack tells her that they will talk about it after election night.  As Mary demands they discuss it now, Bob arrives and gives the good news that Frank has an early lead.  Across town, Delia has a great time playing with Little John and hopes that he likes her as well.  When Roger tells her that it is time to get Little John back to Ryan's, Delia agrees and feels validated in her instincts to go to court and reopen the custody hearing.  Meanwhile, Seneca tells Jill of his hopes that Frank wins that election and brings her a present in hopes of getting her mind off of the election.  At Ryan's, Rae makes a special effort to be nice to Maeve, who is clearly making an effort to be nice to Rae, and it shows.  When Johnny notices Frank's lack of enthusiasm, he questions him about it and learns that Frank is hopeful of a victory, but it cannot replace what he really wants.  Siobhan arrives and is smuggled off to the kitchen by Kathleen who is wondering where her baby sister has been.  Meanwhile, Frank's opponent concedes and Frank wins the election.  At his victory speech, Frank has to fight off images of Jill being there with him.  Later, he thanks everyone who has made the day possible, ending with Rae who rushes to be by his side.  During his speech Maeve and Johnny both remember past conversations with Frank in which he regrets his decision to give up the things that he wanted most out of this life.

Episode 875 November 10, 1978

After having trouble sleeping, Tom makes an unsuccessful effort to resist Terry when she begins to tell him that Faith does not love him and that he deserves better.  Mary and Jack disagree about the job Mary has been offered, and Jack suggests that she tell him what the problems are.  Pat and Nancy grow closer to one another and begin to appreciate each other.  Meanwhile, Tom pledges his love to Faith and fails to believe her when she pledges her love to him in return.  Later, with Terry's goading, Tom convinces Faith to come out on the balcony with him and promises her that she will be safe.  Mary tells Jack that the main problem with the new job is that he does not believe that she can do it, and continue to be a good wife and mother.  When she tells Jack she feels that this job is a reward she has earned, he realizes that he cannot oppose her.  When Pat tells Nancy how much she means to him, and that he regrets that they cannot pursue a relationship, Nancy responds and the two share their first kiss.  On the balcony, Tom struggles between loving Faith and punishing her by pushing her off the balcony.  Later, when Faith escapes to the bedroom and Tom follows her lovingly, Terry convinces him that he has to finish her off in the morning.

Episode 876 November 13, 1978

When Faith wakes up wondering if Frank won the election, Terry convinces Tom that if Faith continues to think about the Ryan's all the time, then she will never love him.  Maeve and Johnny are joyous that Frank was elected to the Senate.  Later, Maeve tells Johnny that no matter what happens, she is determined to make things better with Siobhan.  At the lake, is Terry pleased when Tom takes Faith out on a boat.  At Ryan's, Maeve and Siobhan come close to making up and understanding one another, until Siobhan accuses Maeve of being harder on her than the rest of the children.  Later, Maeve is infuriated when she learns from Siobhan that she is working for the Family Planning Conference.  When Maeve rhetorically asks her where she would be if she had gone to the Family Planning Conference, Siobhan tells her she should have and saved herself a world of trouble.  At the lake, Faith accepts Tom's offer for her to take a nap on the rowboat.  As she sleeps, Terry waits on the shore as Tom approaches a sign warning them of an upcoming waterfall.

Episode 877 November 14, 1978

As Faith sleeps in the rowboat, Tom banks the boat and joins Terry on the shore.  She reminds him that Faith is dreaming about Pat.  In the hospital staff lounge, Siobhan tells Pat of her problems with Maeve.  When he reminds her of the moral challenges that Maeve has with her job, Siobhan accuses Maeve of a living a double standard by coming down on her for her job, but not on Frank for his immoral relationship with Rae.  Rae awakens Frank to join the victory breakfast she has planned with Bob.  At breakfast, Frank thanks Bob for his loyalty during the campaign and offers him a job as his assistant in Washington.  Later, as Rae and Frank plan a vacation to Florida, Rae is appalled when Frank wants to take Little John, but covers by telling him that she is sure they will have a terrific time.  Pat tells Siobhan that unlike her, Frank did not make a decision for the effect it would have on the family.  On the lake, Terry goads Tom into action by telling him that Faith lost his baby because she was with Pat, but that he has a chance to put an end to all of that.  Later, Terry tries to convince Tom to let her untie the boat and get rid of Faith once and for all, but to no avail.  Pat tells Siobhan that he lost the woman he loves because he failed to listen to the advice of others.  He hopes that she will not have to learn things the hard way as well.  On the lake, Faith's boat is untied from the stake and drifts toward the center of the lake and past the waterfall warning sign.

Episode 878 November 15, 1978

As Faith's boat drifts toward the waterfall, Tom lies with his head in Terry's lap sure that something is wrong, but not sure what it is.  As Tom struggles to remember what is happening to Faith, Terry assures him that he will never again have to worry about Faith.  At Greenberg's Diner, Nancy admits to Norma her feelings for Pat and is warned of getting into a relationship with him.  Frank visits Johnny and tells him that he has everything that he wanted, even if that means paying an extreme cost for it.  Later, as Frank is telling Johnny of his plans to take Little John to Florida on vacation with himself and Rae, Delia arrives.  When Delia puts up a fuss about Little John being used a pawn by Rae, Frank refuses to be dissuaded, leaving Delia to vow that Little John is not going no matter what.  Norma warns Nancy about continuing a relationship with Pat and tells her that the best way to forget about him is to keep busy.  Nancy tells Norma that it really doesn't matter if she is around or not because Pat is and always will be in love with Faith.  Asleep, Tom struggles with Faith's love for him over Terry telling him Faith will never love him.  Sensing that something is wrong, Tom awakens and is horrified when he sees Faith's boat drifting toward the waterfalls.

Episode 879 November 16, 1978

Pat visits Maeve in hopes of making things better between her and Siobhan without much success.  Later, Pat tells Maeve he hopes Faith is having a great recuperation on her vacation with Tom.  At the lake, Tom runs alongside the bank calling after a sleeping Faith as her boat floats closer to the waterfall.  While probing Pat about his feelings for Faith, Maeve learns more about Pat's feelings for Nancy and gives him a reaction that he was not expecting.  Fighting his way through bushes, Tom continues to run after Faith's boat trying to wake her, but without success.  Delia visits Rae with a plea that she does not take Little John to Florida.  When Rae refuses to honor Delia's request, Delia forces Rae's hand when she threatens to tell the newspapers about Rae and Frank's affair.  Meanwhile, Pat tells Maeve that with Faith out of his life, Nancy is the only way to replace her.  When Jack arrives, he tells Maeve that Mary is with Rae discussing the new job.  Maeve offers him emotion support and reassurance.  Later, when Maeve admits to Jack that she does treat Siobhan differently than her other children, Jack assures her it is not too late to try and make things right.  At the lake, Tom panics when Faith's boat goes over the waterfall.

Episode 880 November 17, 1978

At the lake, an unconscious Faith disappears into the pool below the waterfall, leaving Tom troubled when he is unable to find her body.  After helping Rae select clothes for her vacation with Frank, Mary explores with Rae the prospects of her new job and becomes excited when Rae tells her that she will be able to make her own hours and that there will not be too many restrictions placed on her that she couldn't handle.  Later, Mary calls Jack to discuss the new position and becomes upset when Jack refuses and decides to take the new job whether he likes it or not.  Later, Jack finds Siobhan meditating and joins her to release some of the anger that he is feeling.  When Siobhan wants to find an apartment of her own, Jack remembers that Tom is subleasing his apartment and promises talk to him as soon as he returns from his vacation.  At the lake, Tom finds Faith and pulls her to shore.  When he brings her on the bank and begins to resuscitate her, Terry tells him that the right thing to do would be to let her die.

Episode 881 November 20, 1978

As Tom begins mouth-to-mouth resuscitation, Terry encourages Tom to let Faith die, but he refuses.  When Terry tells Tom that Faith is thinking about Pat, Tom denies it, but becomes upset when Faith murmurs Pat's name and accepts Terry's wish that Faith has to die.  Johnny arrives at the bar and finds Maeve in a cleaning frenzy while trying to get her mind away from the state of her children.  When she tells Johnny the truth about Siobhan's new job, Johnny is shocked and wants to talk to Siobhan, soon.  Mary arrives, excited about her new position.  Later, Maeve stops Johnny from questioning Mary about how she is going to handle the job and her family.  Siobhan becomes upset that she is in the doghouse, but that "Mare-Mare" is protected as usual.  Delia celebrates with Roger in her "getting the best of Rae."  When Roger begins to make love to her, Delia reminds him that he has an unread postcard from Faith that he should read later.  At the lake, Tom carries Faith through the woods searching for an isolated area to let her die.  At Ryan's, Mary recoils when she learns the details of Siobhan's new job and questions Siobhan's mental state for accepting it.  Siobhan starts an argument when she tells Mary that the family would have been much better off if Maeve had gone to the Family Planning Conference when Maeve was pregnant with her.  Later, when Mary accuses Siobhan of refusing to grow up, Siobhan makes Mary think about her own job decision.  She warns her to think twice about her own life before she pushes Jack too far.  Meanwhile, as Faith regains consciousness, Tom locks her in an abandoned cellar frightened and freezing cold.

Episode 882 November 21, 1978

Pat and Nancy admit that they have no time to see one another and sit down to discuss it.  Across town, Rae tells Frank of her discussion with Delia and her impending threat; she convinces him that the best thing to do would be to not take Little John with them on their trip and is delighted when he agrees.  Jill presents Seneca with an adoption procedure for Edmund.  When he asks her what she truly feels about his adopting Frank's baby, Jill tells him that it's the inevitable thing to do.  Nancy and Pat discuss their feelings and admit that while they want to be together, regretfully the best thing to do would be to not see one another.  Meanwhile, Frank tells Rae with that the feelings he is having for her, it is best that Little John not go with them to Florida.  Later, Rae presents Frank with a disguise for their trip and puts one on herself assuring them the utmost privacy.  As Jill and Seneca celebrate his upcoming fatherhood, Roger calls to read to her the postcard that he received from Faith.  Later, when he tells Delia that Seneca is in the process of adopting Edmund, Delia delights with the thought that Frank is not going to take it well when he finds out.

Episode 883 November 22, 1978

Mary arrives at Ryan's and tells Jack about her new job, in which Jack finds himself having to control his anger.  Later, Johnny finds Jack and admits to him that he does not like what is happening to his family and believes that Johnny might be able to do something about it.  In the cellar room, a semi-delirious and terribly ill Faith pleads with Tom to come and rescue her.  In the hotel room, Tom struggles with his feelings for Faith and that following Terry's orders was the right thing to do.  Meanwhile, Johnny eats crow and asks Jack to act as a mediator between Siobhan and Mary.  Reluctantly, Jack agrees and asks Mary that she follow him upstairs.  Later, Jack reminds both Mary and Siobhan of the trouble that they are causing to their families and gets them to come to a truce of sorts.  Later, Jack damages his relationship with Mary when he and Siobhan find a lot of similarities in themselves and banter back and forth, leaving Mary feeling hurt.  Tom awakens confused and deathly afraid that something bad has happened to Faith, which Terry denies.  When Terry continues to try and quiet him, Tom becomes more and more angry and demands that Terry tell him where Faith is.

Episode 884 November 24, 1978

In the cellar room, Faith pries a metal bar off of an old bed frame and making her way up the stairs, tries to pry the door open before falling into semi-consciousness.  In spite of Terry insisting that what happened to Faith was deserved, Tom forces her to tell him the truth.  He realizes that he left Faith in the bottom of the cellar to die.  When Terry continues to tell Tom that Faith deserves to die, Tom picks up a glass and hurls it at Terry's image, smashing a mirror instead.  He runs out to find Faith.  Johnny finds a distressed Maeve in the kitchen and tries to quiet her fears about Delia and Little John, even though he is very concerned.  As they are talking, Delia arrives hoping to visit Little John.  Tom runs through the woods trying to find Faith.  Faith hears him and hides under the stairwell, afraid that Tom is going to hurt her.  When Tom arrives he enters the cellar and finds Faith lying in the corner.  Johnny leaves Maeve alone to talk to Delia and goes into the bar.  When he leaves, Maeve questions Delia on her renewed interest in Little John.  When Delia tells her she just missed him, Maeve is sure that Delia is up to something.  Later, when Maeve tells Delia that her tea tastes terrible, Delia calls her commodities broker and changes her contracts from tea to aluminum.  Later, Maeve wonders at Delia's abilities as a parent when Delia proves to be a successful businesswoman and tells Maeve that she will be a wonderful parent.  In the cellar, Tom approaches Faith, afraid that she is dead.  When he gets close enough to touch her, a terrified Faith stabs Tom.

Episode 885 November 27, 1978

Aware that he is wounded terribly, Tom subdues Faith and continues his desperate effort to rescue her.  Rae tries to persuade Frank, who looking at the future he has ahead, fears that the perks will come with problems.  Meanwhile, Jill and Seneca receive a visit from Miss Chase, a family court investigator, who questions Seneca about his hurry in adopting Edmund.  In the woods, while Tom continues in his effort to rescue Faith, Mary worries about Faith fearing that something is dreadfully wrong with her.  Later, Mary admits to Jack that his continued defense of Siobhan is starting to get on her nerves.  Meanwhile, Seneca acquits himself well with Miss Chase.  Later, Jill assures Miss Chase that Frank will not be a factor in the adoption now or in the future.  On the airplane, Rae becomes hopeful of a future with Frank when he tells her that he always has a good time when he is with her.  Mary accuses Jack of taking Siobhan's side because he is angry about her new job and is reassured when Jack promises to give it a chance.  Later, as Mary continues to worry about Faith, Tom reaches a road and is seen in the headlights of an approaching car moments before he drops Faith and collapses.

Episode 886 November 28, 1978

An ambulance and medical team rescues Tom and Faith.  Meanwhile, Jill and Seneca have a happy moment as they anticipate Edmund's adoption being finalized in a hurry.  The moment is broken when Jill and Seneca receive a phone call that Faith and Tom were involved in an accident of sorts.  Seneca implores medical team to bring them to Riverside hospital.  In a desperate race against time, the medical team tries to work on Faith and Tom's wound as they get them to the hospital.  Meanwhile, Maeve tells Johnny about Delia's latest commodities adventure and the potential success.  Later, Jill calls Maeve and asks her to baby-sit so that she can get over to the hospital to see Faith.  When she arrives at Ryan's, Jill tells a stunned Johnny about Seneca's adoption of Edmund and assures him that he and Maeve will continue to have a place in Edmund's life.  Upset, Johnny tells Jill that she is making a bad decision.  Later, Jill is stunned by Maeve's calm reaction to the news and is assured when Maeve tells her that it is her child and that she is sure that she is making the right decision.  At Riverside hospital, Seneca arrives at the ambulance and begins to examine Faith and Tom.  Later, he is distressed when one of the medics tells him that he thinks that they lost one.

Episode 887 November 29, 1978

Dancing on the veranda, a romantic moment between Frank and Rae turns serious when Frank asks Rae to move with him to Washington.  Meanwhile, Delia flaunts her wealth in a restaurant when she orders the most expensive things on the menu.  Roger is appalled when Delia gloats over how the tides have turned for her and Frank and that while it seems that he is losing everything, things seem to be working out for her.  When Frank tells Rae that he wants her to be in Washington with him, Rae is pleased and promises to do everything that she can to help him get over Jill.  Delia thanks Roger for believing in her and tells him that without him she knows that she never would have changed.  Later, Roger receives a call from the hospital about Faith and Tom and has to cut dinner short.  After making love to Rae, Frank falls asleep and misses out on several truths from Rae - including the fact that she is head over heels in love with him.

Episode 888 November 30, 1978

In the emergency waiting room, Seneca explains to Jill, Roger, and Delia what little he knows of the situation and medical condition of Faith and Tom - including the fact that they were found on the side of the road.  Meanwhile, in the emergency room, Pat examines Faith and realizes that she is developing symptoms of pneumonia as Faith begins to come around.  In the waiting room, when the nurse summons the family to Faith's bedside, Delia is offended when Johnny holds her back and tells her that she should wait outside with him.  Meanwhile, a distressed Faith shocks the group when she tells them her pieces of her story before falling asleep.  Later, Pat examines Tom's x-rays and reports to Seneca that it doesn't look good.  Meanwhile, Siobhan comes home from work and delivers a letter to Maeve from her sister, Annie in Ireland.  When Maeve realizes that Annie is sick, Siobhan offers to make her some tea to comfort her.  Later, trouble ensues when Siobhan brings Maeve the tea and finds Maeve reading some of the material from her job.  Delia confronts Johnny about Edmund being adopted by Seneca, hoping to make some points for herself regarding Little John.  As Tom's condition is analyzed, Tom wakes up seeing Pat and attacks him.

December 1978 Daily Recaps

Episode 889 December 1, 1978

In the emergency room, Seneca restrains Tom by administering a shot.  When Tom falls unconscious, Pat and Seneca agree that if they don't treat Tom soon he will not survive.  Meanwhile, Roger comforts Faith when she asks about Tom and asks Roger why Tom would do something like this to her.  Across the room, Tom's lung begins to re-inflate - although he is still hanging on by a thread.  Later, Faith recounts to Pat her experience with Kenneth and asks Pat why Tom would do something like this to her.  At Frank's office, Bob is surprised when he arrives and asks Nancy what she is doing there so late.  Maeve asks Siobhan not to leave her work materials around the house where Maeve can find them.  When the two begin to debate birth control, Siobhan angers Maeve when she tells her that if Frank had used birth control he would not be in the situation that he is in now.  Meanwhile, when Nancy admits to Bob her confusion in not agreeing to see Pat anymore, Bob asks her if she would like to stay on with Frank and move to Washington.  Faith tells Pat that although she tried hard to make things work between her and Tom, she missed him terribly and was miserable without him.  Later, Seneca tells Faith that she will be moved to a hospital room and that Jill will stay with her throughout the night.  As Seneca is relaying Tom's status to Faith, Tom goes into cardiac arrest.

Episode 890 December 4, 1978

Seneca rushes to Tom's bedside where he is in cardiac arrest.  After giving Seneca's body a jolt with the defibrillator the group waits in expectant hope and Seneca's body comes back to life.  In the waiting room, Pat tells Johnny of Tom's close call and of what he has learned from Faith and has a hard time fully understanding what is going on and the fact that Tom tried to kill her.  Excited about her new job, Mary is unable to sleep and later becomes upset when Jack accuses her of forgetting her role as a mother and wife as she pursues a career.  When Mary tells him that if things don't work, she will quit working and stay home, Jack tries to be supportive but is still skeptical.  Maeve consults Johnny about the letter from her sister and when he realizes how upset she is, he urges her to call Annie - regardless of how much the call to Ireland will cost.  Pat, Seneca, and Roger disagree over what is wrong with Tom.  When the three decide to go in and talk to Tom, Pat decides to remain in the background aware that his presence is inflammatory to Tom.  Later, Tom begins a conversation with Terry, which concerns Seneca and Roger when they realize that Tom is talking to someone who is not there.

Episode 891 December 5, 1978

As Roger lies sleeping, Delia enters Faith's quarters continuing forward with her plans to take over the Coleridge house.  When Roger finds her, he demands to know exactly what it is that she is doing.  Meanwhile, Maeve arrives at the hospital for a visit with Faith.  Later, Maeve and Seneca manage a civilized conversation about Faith, Tom, and especially Edmund.  Later, Seneca is surprised when Maeve asks Seneca if he would mind answering a few personal questions.  On the hotel Veranda, Rae tells Frank that this will all come to an end when they get to Washington in order to maintain a bit of discretion.  Later, Rae continues forth with her plan to make Frank forget about Jill and Edmund.  Delia explains to Roger that after what has happened that Faith and Tom, they will no longer need the entire Coleridge house while she and Roger will.  When Roger refuses to commit to the decision because of what the house means to Faith, Delia becomes more determined.  Maeve consults Seneca about Annie and is shaken when Seneca suggests that Annie be examined as soon as possible.

Episode 892 December 6, 1978

Maeve tells Johnny about her conversation with Seneca and his input about Annie.  Later, when Maeve tells Johnny that their bridging the gap with Seneca is only going to be met with reluctance, Johnny becomes grumpy and refuses to respond.  At the hospital, Seneca pays a visit to Tom and tries to find out exactly what happened at the lake.  When Tom gives Seneca the details of what has happened, Seneca questions whether or not he is crazy. Maeve places a call to Annie and is upset to learn that Annie is out for the afternoon.  When Maggie tells Maeve that Annie refuses to go in for test, Maeve gets the go ahead to send for Annie.  Bob pays a visit to Johnny concerned about Faith and Tom.  Later, Delia arrives to see Little John and tells Bob that with Roger being at the hospital all day that she needs the comfort of her little boy.  When Bob questions her decision to prohibit Little John to go on the trip with Frank and Rae, Delia tells him that Rae is after Frank and that she is not going to allow Little John to be caught in the middle.  When Frank arrives, Bob and Johnny prepare to tell him about Faith and Tom.  Later, when Delia tells Frank of her plans to get custody of Little John, Frank accuses her of not being a fit mother.  Upset, Delia "mistakenly" tells Frank of Seneca's adoption of Edmund.

Episode 893 December 7, 1978

Playing innocent, Delia fills Frank in on Seneca's adoption of Edmund.  Later, Frank tells her that he will do everything in his power to make sure that she does not get custody of Little John.  At the courthouse, Jill and Seneca gather for a meeting with the Judge.  Meanwhile, Frank finds Bob and asks him to gather as much information as he can on the adoption of Edmund. Jill assures Seneca that Edmund's natural father is in no position to acknowledge him as his own.  At Ryan's, Bob questions Delia's motives for telling Frank about the adoption and reminds her that regardless of what she is going through they owe the Ryan's a lot.  Later, Jack enters and gives Kevin and Siobhan an update on the little that he knows about Faith and Tom and shares his frustration that he cannot find out anything further.  When Jack asks how things are going with her new job, Siobhan tells him that it would be great if he would do a story on family planning.  When he refuses, Siobhan tells him that as a writer he is editing his convictions for his mother-in-law.  Meanwhile, when Bob gives Frank the information on the judge for Edmund's case, Frank is hopeful since this is a judge that he knows very well.

Episode 894 December 8, 1978

Frank tells Georgia the truth about his being Edmund's father and asks Georgia for help in setting up an appointment with the judge.  Seneca and Jill pay a visit to Faith and are taken aback when she admits her fears that Tom is going to come into her hospital room and hurt her.  As Faith recounts what happened in the woods, Seneca and Jill listen quietly stunned by the realization of how close Faith was to death.  Upset about how Frank and Bob treated her, Delia tells Roger that she is determined to go ahead with the custody suit at the earliest possible moment and makes an appointment to see her lawyer.  Georgia tells Frank that he has an appointment to see the judge within the next thirty minutes.  As he is preparing to leave, Nancy visits Frank and tells him that she spoke with Bob about possibly joining his staff and tells him that she is formally applying for the job.  Pleased, Frank tells her that the job is hers and tells her exactly what her new job will be.  Later, Nancy admits to Frank her feelings for Pat and assures him that this new job is just what she needs to forget about Pat.  Faith is happy for Seneca and Jill when Seneca tells her of his plans to adopt Edmund.  At the courthouse, a humble Frank pays a visit to the judge and asks him that their conversation be held in confidence.  When the judge agrees, Frank tells him that about Edmund fully aware that he is placing the future of his political career in the judge's hands.

Episode 895 December 11, 1978

Jack arrives at Ryan's looking for Mary and beaming because he has tickets to a fight.  He informs Johnny that the fight is across the river in New Jersey.  Meanwhile, just as Mary is preparing to leave the office, her new boss enters and introduces himself as Thatcher Ross.  She asks if a meeting the next morning would work for him, and is surprised when he says that right now would be better.  Frank meets with Judge De Courcy to discuss Edmund's adoption, and gives the judge his perspective on Seneca Beaulac.  After hearing him out, the judge agrees to re-examine the situation and possibly extend the waiting period for the adoption process.   Mary has a hard time connecting with her new boss, and their conversation grows intense.  At the bar, Jack notices that Siobhan seems a little down.  Frank arrives at Rae's apartment and is clearly distracted.  Rae is able to gradually change his mood, and assures him that she will do everything she can to bring him and Little John together under the same roof.  Later, Mary defends herself to Thatcher and tells him not to judge her based on the fact that she is Frank's sister.  After she calls and informs Jack that she won't be able to make the fight, Jack offers his extra ticket to Siobhan.

Episode 896 December 12, 1978

Mary arrives home and finds that Jack is not there.  Bob informs her that Jack isn't at the bar either.  As Mary wonders if Jack went to the fight without her, Jack watches Siobhan with intrigue as he realizes she is as excited about the fight as he is.  Seneca talks to Tom to get a medical history, and Tom tells him that he senses that he has been in touch with someone from his past that died, a girl he loved named Teresa Donohue.  Tom is not able to remember much.  Seneca finishes his exam and tells Tom that it is too early to know what is wrong.  Meanwhile, Jack and Siobhan stop at Lem's to eat after the fight, and continue to enjoy each other's company.  As they talk, Mary waits at the apartment.  Bob visits Delia and learns that his sister has made up her mind that she and Roger should have the whole Coleridge house to themselves.  Mary explodes when she learns that Jack took Siobhan to the fight and stopped for dinner afterward.  Jack refuses to apologize, reminding Mary that she has no right to complain considering the many times that she has been late.

Episode 897 December 13, 1978

Frank tells Bob about his meeting with Judge DeCourcy.  Meanwhile, the judge calls Jill and tells her that he would like to meet with her and Seneca as soon as possible.  Roger is less than enchanted when Delia describes her new plans for their apartment.  He refuses to make the elaborate changes that she has in mind, and leaves to take a shower.  At the judge's chambers, Judge DeCourcy questions Seneca about the paternity information he withheld.  Seneca explains the reasoning he had in keeping the truth from Jill, and readily admits that he cannot justify the lie.  When Seneca questions where the judge obtained this information, the judge explains that the source is confidential.  Pat runs into Nancy at Frank's office.  Their greetings are noticeably restrained, covering much emotion.  Nancy informs Pat that she will be moving to Washington to work on Frank's Washington staff.  Pat tells Nancy that he hopes she enjoys it, and comments that Frank is very lucky.  Back at Jill's apartment, Jill insists that Seneca promise not to approach Frank about Judge DeCourcy's attitude reversal.

Episode 898 December 14, 1978

Delia continues to scheme to get her hands on the Coleridge house.  When Bob mentions that Faith might actually want to get out of the house, Delia's wheels begin to turn and she makes a quick exit, noting that she would like to take some flowers by for Faith.  Pat goes to see Faith and reassures her that she is safe now.  He tells her how much the family loves her.  Seneca visits Rae and threatens that if Frank pursues matters with Judge DeCourcy, then Seneca will go public with the whole story.  Rae is obviously taken by surprise with all of this, but pleas with Seneca to stay away from Frank, promising that she will make sure that Seneca gets what he wants.  As Pat and Faith talk, Delia arrives and waits patiently to make a move until Pat is called away by a nurse.  After he leaves, Delia talks to Faith about how terrible it is to think that Faith will have to return to her house that's full of such dreadful memories.  Delia leaves a much shakier Faith, deciding that she's done enough for the first phase of her plan.  Meanwhile, an infuriated Rae confides in Polly about her anger over the Edmund situation, deciding that she will have to have a talk with Judge DeCourcy herself.

Episode 899 December 15, 1978

Seneca meets with Roger and tells him about his session with Tom.  He advises that he would like a full neurological workup on Tom, thinking that there's a possibility that there is a physical, neurological basis for Tom's behavior.  Meanwhile, a very enthusiastic Rae greets Judge DeCourcy, noting that she is there to discuss the Beaulac adoption of Edmund Coleridge.  At the Ryan's, Johnny is delighted when Nancy tells him that she will be joining Frank in Washington as his assistant.  Nancy is candid with Johnny about her feelings for Pat, explaining that their situation is part of the reason why she wants to make the move.  As Roger helps Faith back into bed, she confides in him about her fears in returning home.  As she talks, she innocently admits to her conversation with Delia.  Roger is able to cover his rage, but quickly makes an excuse for having to return home.  Roger arrives home in a shot, confronting Delia immediately.  He threatens Delia that if she involves Faith in this again then she will be out on the sidewalk.  Delia responds that she is sorry she ever married him, but Roger is unresponsive as he turns and leaves.  In the judge's chambers, Rae is quite at ease as she smoothly explains to Judge DeCourcy that an expeditious adoption of the baby will be best for Edmund, the Beaulacs and even more particularly for Frank.  She leaves him with the note that she will be eternally grateful if this can happen, hinting that there could be an appointment to a federal bench for him someday if everything works out.

Episode 900 December 18, 1978

Mary arrives home and makes a genuine effort to communicate with Jack.  Jack is distant at first, but warms up as Mary's chipper mood becomes infectious.  Meanwhile, Seneca watches Tom sleep, and Roger enters the room.  As they talk, Tom dreams about Faith in the boat heading for the waterfall.  As he calls out Faith's name, he awakens and Seneca has to calm him.  After Roger runs a couple of tests on Tom, he and Seneca discuss his findings.  Later, Roger arrives home and he and Delia discuss the apartment renovation.  Delia tells Roger that she has decided to go ahead with the grandiose renovations she described, and that she will pay for them herself with her own money.  Much to her dismay, Roger calls her bluff and tells her to go ahead.  When she explodes, Roger is able to calm her down and assure her that the renovations he has agreed to pay for will suffice.  Mary and Jack share a wonderful moment when they go Christmas tree shopping with Ryan.  Jack stops and tells Mary how much he loves her, and asks her never to give up on him.  At the hospital, Tom wakes to find Teresa at the foot of his bed.  The nurse and Seneca witness the entire scene.

Episode 901 December 19, 1978

As Seneca and Roger consult about Tom's condition, they are interrupted by a call from Judge DeCourcy.  Much to Seneca's relief, the judge informs Seneca that he has given the matter his full attention and consideration and has decided to expedite the adoption.  Seneca is pleased as he hangs up the phone, and says a private thank you to Rae Woodard.  Roger is genuinely a concerned brother and reassures Faith about returning to the house.  He explains Delia's motives for the conversation she had with Faith.  Jack visits with Maeve and Johnny, and let's them know that he is doing his best to support Mary with her new job.  They are interrupted by a call for Maeve from Annie, who informs her that she will be there for the New Year.  Meanwhile, Seneca arrives at Rae's with a giant bouquet of flowers and thanks her for her efforts on his behalf.  When Seneca questions if Rae plans to marry Frank, she confirms that she does.  Pat visits Faith and promises her that she'll be home in time for Christmas.  Faith reaches out to kiss Pat, and he responds.

Episode 902 December 20, 1978

Rae shares the latest news with Polly, assuring her that the outlook is good for the Beaulacs to get custody of Edmund and Delia to get custody of Little John.  Polly wishes her the best of luck.  Mary visits Faith at the hospital and tells her how happy she is that Pat is keeping an eye on her.  Faith expresses how wonderful it is to be able to be with him without it causing any trouble.  Meanwhile, Tom hears Teresa's voice in his dream, telling him that there is something he must do.  Tom awakes to find the nurse, and she agrees to step outside and get him some medication.  Once she's gone, Teresa encourages Tom to take this chance to punish Faith.  He manages to make his way out of bed and to the door.  Frank arrives at Rae's apartment to find the great lengths Rae has gone to on his behalf to prepare for Christmas.  He begins to object, but finds that he really appreciates it very much.   Later, Delia distracts Tom's nurse, pressing her for details about Tom's condition.  Down the hall, Tom approaches Faith's bed, obedient to Teresa's request.

Episode 903 December 21, 1978

At the hospital, Faith awakens to find Tom standing beside her bed, reaching for her.  Faith pulls back and screams at the top of her lungs.  Delia visits Maeve and Johnny and tells them about her plans to renovate Roger's apartment to make room for Little John.  After she leaves, it is clear that Maeve is upset at the thought of Delia getting custody of Little John.  Johnny suggests that maybe Frank will marry Rae and they will gain custody, but Maeve doesn't believe Rae has maternal instincts, either.  Meanwhile, a nurse and orderly hurry into Faith's room, followed by Seneca and Pat.  Seneca gets Tom away from Faith's bedside, while Pat comforts a terrified Faith.  After they take Tom away, Faith explodes.  She tells Pat that she never wants Tom near her again.  Pat tells Faith that he would like to take her home, and offers to stay with her if she needs him to.  As Seneca examines Tom, Tom fears that he has lost Faith, but supposes that he deserves it.  Tom talks to Seneca about the music he heard and the vision of Teresa, and asks Seneca if he is crazy.

Episode 904 December 22, 1978

Faith returns home in time for Christmas and is comforted by her family and friends.  Maeve and Siobhan share a warm holiday moment over gifts.  Johnny is delighted to find the two women together and happy.  Later, Jill, Seneca and Edmund return home and Seneca gives Edmund one present before he takes off for work.  Back at Faith's, Pat tells Faith how happy he is to have her home and feels like they have a chance for a fresh beginning.   Delia and Roger arrive at the Ryan's, and Delia insists on giving Little John one last present.  Johnny points out to Roger that the present is inappropriate, but Roger defends the gift.  Delia is unnerved when she finds Little John running his new gift, a toy car, over her fur coat.  After everyone leaves, Maeve tells Johnny that she might just have a solution for Little John's custody.  Jill and Seneca take pictures of the family celebrating Christmas.  Faith is concerned by Pat's presence, but is torn by her fear of being alone.  Their sexual tension dissolves when a nurse arrives to look after Faith for the night.  Pat kisses Faith and leaves.

Episode 905 December 26, 1978

The Ryans gather around the Christmas tree to celebrate.  Rae delivers to Maeve a message from her mother thanking her for allowing her to spend Christmas day with them. The festive moment is interrupted when Delia arrives and becomes upset when she sees Little John sitting in Rae's lap.  When she asks to take Little John with her for the evening, Delia gets upset and demands that Little John not spend any time with Rae.  When Rae objects and announces that she too has a gift to give to Little John, Delia announces to the group that Rae is only pretending to like Little John so that she can get to Frank.  When Rae leaves in tears, Maeve has to break up an argument between Frank and Delia. Frank is stunned when Maeve tells him to let Delia take LJ for the evening.  In the kitchen, Rae uses Delia's mistreatment to get closer to Frank.  At the hospital, Mary pays a visit to Tom and takes him a bit of Christmas cheer. Tom tells Mary how sorry he is that he has harmed the one person that he loves most in the world and shares with her his fear that he is still trying to harm her. Delia takes Little John home and everyone is determined to recapture the Christmas spirit. Jack and Siobhan share a moment when he tells her how pretty she is when she is happy and carefree.

Episode 906 December 27, 1978

Maeve tells Johnny her plan involving Delia: She hopes that a few days of mothering a demanding child is just what Delia needs to drop her custody suit.  When Johnny asks how she will pull it off, Maeve tells him that she will fake a back injury.  At Roger's, an exquisitely dressed Delia and Roger prepare to return Little John home so that they can head out to the staff Christmas party at the hospital.  Maeve calls Roger and tells him that her back is out and that they will have to keep Little John for a few days.  Later, Roger is infuriated when Delia is unable to find a sitter and they are unable to go to the party.  At Faith's house, Faith and Pat find themselves experiencing old feelings as they share memories of their Christmas mornings.  Meanwhile, Mary finds Thatcher alone at work and questions him about his being there. Mary is pleased when Thatcher points out a few mistakes on her previous story and offers to mentor her. Roger arrives at Ryan's to pick up Little John's suitcase and is overwhelmed at the thought of instant paternity when Maeve gives him a list of things that must be done for LJ daily.  At Roger's, Delia finds Little John to be an inconvenience when she has more trouble locating a sitter. Faith and Pat realize that they are finally able to be together.

Episode 907 December 28, 1978

Johnny and Frank enjoy a laugh together when Johnny explains Maeve's plan regarding Delia and Little John. He asks Frank to keep the plan a secret. Later, a curious Rae playfully punches Frank when he refuses to tell her what he is laughing about.  As Delia faces up to motherhood and prepares Little John for bed, she tells Roger that it is unfair that her Christmas had to end this way. Faith and Pat share feelings and tell that each other they never want to be separated again.  When Pat questions her about Tom, Faith tells him that she never wants to think about Tom again and that she loves Pat. Rae tries to tease the information from Frank and becomes angry when he refuses to answer her. When she apologizes for her behavior, Frank forgives her and reminds her that while he does love her he will not take being bossed around.  At Roger's house, Little John presents unforeseen problems when he refuses to go to sleep and keeps Delia and Roger from spending any time alone together. When Delia is able to get to bed, Little John startles them both when he screams loudly in the middle of the night.  Meanwhile, after making love, Pat and Faith declare never to be separated again.

Episode 908 December 29, 1978

Roger awakens and is startled to discover Delia asleep on the sofa with Little John. Delia pouts when she loses a coin toss with Roger over getting up and making breakfast. Faith and Pat continue to enjoy each other's company.  At Frank's office, Frank reads Bob a letter from the judge regarding Edmund's adoption. Bob is highly amused when Frank explains Maeve's ploy regarding Delia and Little John and hopes that this will get her to drop her custody suit. Roger and Delia try to enjoy breakfast together as Little John makes as much noise as he can with his toys.  Later, Delia is horrified when she learns that she will be home alone with Little John all day because Roger has to go to work.  When Little John comes out of the bathroom dripping with bubbles, Delia rises to the challenge of motherhood.  At Ryan's, Nancy gives Bob and Johnny details of her stay in Washington.  Bob and Johnny congratulate Nancy on her new career Nancy.  Nancy feigns an appointment and leaves when she sees a happy Pat and Faith entering the bar.

January 1979 Daily Recaps

Episode 909 January 1, 1979 April 20, 2009

Seneca and Roger discuss Tom's x-rays and the possibility of a risky surgery, which could leave Tom blind. Teresa appears in Tom's room. She is upset that he refuses to blame Faith when she is sure that everything is her fault. At Ryan's, Faith explains to Johnny her new sense of freedom and that while she wishes Tom a strong recovery, she will never be able to get over the fact that Tom tried to kill her. Jill meets Johnny and Maeve to discuss Edmund's adoption, telling Johnny that she wants to bring Edmund over for a nice long visit with he and Maeve. Later, Frank arrives and Johnny tells him that Jill is arranging for Edmund to visit. When Johnny leaves, Frank blasts Jill for being self-destructive and involving Edmund. In Tom's hospital room, Teresa tries to convince Tom to leave the hospital with her. When Tom becomes outraged, the nurse tries to settle him and Tom pushes her out of the way, running to Seneca and Roger. Later, Seneca and Roger explain to Tom that he has epilepsy. When they tell him of the surgery and the possible risks involved, Tom decides to do it anyway fearing that if he doesn't, he will kill someone. Tom asks to see Faith and Roger agrees to relay the request to her. At Ryan's, Frank is delighted when he looks in the bar and sees Pat and Faith dancing and enjoying each other again.

Episode 910 January 2, 1979 April 20, 2009

At Ryan's, everyone gathers around and watches Mary's news show. Jack and Johnny argue when Jack comments on how good Mary is. Meanwhile, Mary is challenged when Thatcher critiques her performance. Little John's presence continues to be more than Delia can handle.  She finds herself surrounded in a heap of toys and practically begging him to take a nap.  When Roger arrives, an indignant Delia becomes upset that he was at work all day when he should have been home helping her. Later, a crying Delia calls Roger home demanding that it is an emergency.  Genuinely worried, Roger runs home from the hospital and is infuriated when he finds the emergency to be putty in Delia's fur coat. Roger and Delia agree that they have come to the end of the line with caring for Little John and agree that they should call Maeve to take him back.  When Delia calls and tells Johnny that Little John's presence is a bit of an inconvenience, Johnny cynically tells Delia that Maeve's back is not better.  At Ryan's, Mary arrives and tells Jack about her conversation with Thatcher and all of the help that he is giving her.  She declares that she is going to win Thatcher over no matter what. Jack becomes concerned, realizing that Thatcher is becoming a significant part of Mary's life.

Episode 911 January 3, 1979 April 21, 2009

At Ryan's, Pat arrives extremely happy, telling Siobhan that he and Faith are happier now than they have ever been.  Later, Pat explains to Siobhan that Faith is desperately afraid of Tom and can't wait to get a divorce. Meanwhile, Seneca arrives at Faith's and assures her that Tom is not crazy but that he has a chemical imbalance.  An empathetic Faith agrees to see Tom after Seneca tells her that Tom has agreed to a potentially dangerous surgery so that won't try to hurt her again. At Ryan's, Johnny is excited when he receives a call from Annie's daughter who tells him that Annie is arriving tomorrow.  When Siobhan overhears this, she is excited that an Irish relative is visiting them.  Later, Johnny fills Siobhan in on Little John's situation and she pays a visit to Delia. Faith arrives at Ryan's and tells Pat about Tom's medical condition. Siobhan goes to Delia's and finds her lying on the sofa with an icepack surrounded by a mess.  When Siobhan questions her about how things are going, Delia confesses and tells her that she is definitely rethinking her maternal impulses and wanting custody.  Faith visits Tom and is shaken at his determination to undergo such a dangerous surgery on her behalf.

Episode 912 January 4, 1979 April 21, 2009

Siobhan reports to Maeve on Little John and Delia.  Maeve is relieved that her plan seems to be working. Roger arrives home and finds Delia buried under a pillow to escape the noise that Little John is making with his drum.  When Roger asks why she doesn't just take it from him, Delia tells him that she is afraid that she will damage his psyche.  Later, Delia tells Roger that she realizes now that being a mother is a huge responsibility and that she is not sure if this is what she wants to do. Meanwhile, Pat arrives at Frank's office looking for Frank and finds Nancy there instead.  When the two get into an easy conversation, Nancy reminds Pat of how easy it is to talk to her and the two agree that they really do miss one another. Pat is put on the spot when Nancy asks him how things are going between he and Faith. Delia calls Maeve and pleads with her to let Little John come home.  Maeve convinces Delia that the time is not right and hangs up determined to give Delia all the responsibilities of mothering she can handle, or that she will want for years to come.

Episode 913 January 5, 1979 April 22, 2009

Maeve pays a visit to Tom before his surgery and realizes that Tom is no one to be afraid of and that he is the same person that she had come to know and love.  As Roger explains to Delia the details of Tom's surgery, Little John hammers away with his tool set, unattended.  Delia's plans to be a mother come to an end when she finds that he has nailed the marble bathroom hamper closed. Later, Roger is proud of Delia when she declares that she has had it and that she refuses to be in competition with Rae over LJ when she knows full well that she cannot handle him. Faith and Maeve visit with Tom before his surgery. Tom asks Maeve to stay to make Faith more comfortable and Faith is appreciative of this gesture.  Tom explains his actions to Faith, telling her that he knew all along that it was Pat who was driving the houseboat when Faith lost their baby. Faith later tells Pat that she feels responsible for Tom and that if they had just told him the truth about the houseboat, he would not be in this dreaded situation.  Later, Pat observes Tom's surgery and promises to tell Faith as much as he can.  In the operating room, Seneca and Roger are concerned when things begin to go wrong.  Meanwhile, Faith and Maeve express their guilt in the part that they played in Tom's sickness by refusing to tell him the truth. Roger realizes that he has a disaster on his hands and tells Seneca that there is nothing that he can do for Tom.

Episode 914 January 8, 1979 April 22, 2009

Roger fears that continuing to operate could jeopardize Tom's optic nerves.  Maeve and Faith arrive at Ryan's and tells Frank, Bob, and Johnny that Tom has known all along that they lied to him about the houseboat.  They all fear that they helped to contribute to his illness.  Later, Maeve's plan for Delia is revealed to Bob when he watches her bending to pick something up off of the floor.  As the group share a laugh at Delia's expense, Delia arrives with Little John and asks for a word with Maeve.  Later, Delia tells Maeve that she must take Little John back and gives them the good news that she does not feel that she is fit to be a mother is dropping the custody suit for now.  When Frank tells her that she has made a very mature decision. Before Delia leaves, she takes one last shot at Rae, telling Frank that she will never make a good mother to anyone.  As the group celebrates their victory, Annie arrives. Trouble arises when the family discovers just how serious Annie's medical problem is.  In surgery, Roger and Seneca discuss their next steps and decide to consult Faith before they continue forward.  When Seneca and Pat ask Faith to decide, she is reluctant for fear of making the wrong choice, but ultimately tells them to continue to operate.

Episode 915 January 9, 1979 April 23, 2009

Pat delivers news to Faith that Tom's surgery is not going that well.  When Faith inquires further Pat tells her that the optic nerves are heavily involved. Annie and Maeve catch up on what is happening with their respective families.  Later, Annie tells Maeve that she is afraid that she is dying.  Faith visits Jill in her office with news about Tom's surgery and delivers the news that for the past months Tom has known Pat was on the houseboat. She relays her fears that their lies could have added to his sickness. Later, Jill is shocked when Faith tells her that although she loves Pat, she cannot help feeling desperately involved with Tom.  Upset that Rae hired Mary without his input, Thatcher visits tells Rae if she hires anyone else for his department, she'll have to find someone else to run it.   Later, Thatcher admits that Mary has a lot of potential and decides that even though it will be a challenge, he is going to make a newsperson out of her.  In the Ryan parlor, Pat examines Annie and admits to her that her condition could be serious.

Episode 916 January 10, 1979 April 23, 2009

Maeve reassures Annie about her sickness, telling her that the doctors at Riverside hospital will have her right again. Johnny receives a call from the hospital that Tom is out of surgery and although he came through they are unsure as to how things have gone.  Meanwhile, Roger gives Faith news on the surgery and tells her he is unsure of how much damage was done.  When Tom wakes up, Faith and Roger are grieved when they realize that Tom is blind.  At Ryan's, a troubled Maeve goes into the parlor and cries when she remembers her times at the farm, knowing that the family is about to lose it after all these years.  When Johnny finds her he understands immediately and comforts her.

Episode 917 January 11, 1979 April 24, 2009

After an enchanting evening out, Frank tells Polly and Rae of Maeve's plans with Delia and Little John and how excited the family is that everything worked out so well.  When Frank leaves the room, Rae lets out her frustration that Delia has ruined her plans where Little John is concerned and realizes that this just means that she has to work a little harder to get what she wants - which means getting Frank to marry her.  Seneca gives Jill an update on Tom's condition, telling her that he is unsure if his blindness is permanent.  Later, Seneca confesses his role in Judge De Courcy's decision and demands that Jill reconsider Edmund's relationship with the Ryan's.  Jill accuses Seneca of trying to manipulate her and tells him that she intends to honor the promise she made to Maeve and Johnny of allowing them to be a part of Edmund's life. Meanwhile, Rae goes to work on Frank hoping he will eventually propose to her.

Episode 918 January 12, 1979 April 24, 2009

At the hospital, Faith finds Pat in the staff lounge. She tells him that she feels more obligated to Tom now than she ever has before because he is blind.  At Ryan's, Annie tries to help make breakfast but cannot manage to hold onto her bowl which concerns Maeve. Siobhan tries to make the situation better and ends up being yelled at by Maeve when she asks Annie if she is afraid to die.  When Jack arrives, he helps to ease the embarrassment of Annie's accident when he turns the conversation to Ireland and asks Annie how everyone is at home.  Annie tells them about an outing that the family recently took to the farm, which leads everyone on their own trek down memory lane.  Meanwhile, when Pat consults Roger about Tom's prognosis, his anxiety about Faith surfaces when Roger gives him a grim projection.  Maeve tells the family about her excitement at seeing Frank sworn in as Senator.  Later, Pat goes to Ryan's to collect Annie for her tests at the hospital.  When they leave, Siobhan is moved to tears when Maeve apologizes to her for yelling at her for asking a natural question.

Episode 919 January 15, 1979 April 27, 2009

Siobhan visits Frank at his office to say goodbye.  While there, she volunteers to help in a rent strike when she learns of Ethel Green's problem with here landlord.  Meanwhile, as Jill packs her things for their trip to the beach house, she invites Seneca to join them and it is evident that some strain exists between the two from their argument over Edmund's involvement with the Ryan's.  Later, the two kiss and make up and agree to disagree - for now. Frank questions Siobhan about her experience with rent strikes, and although cautious, he tells Siobhan that he would be honored if she would do this for him but makes her promise that she won't do anything that he wouldn't do.  Later, as Frank prepares to leave for Washington, Siobhan hugs him proudly and tells him that he will be a real live Senator the next time she sees him.  Jill takes Edmund to visit Maeve who is upset that Johnny had to miss out on this visit and Jill is touched when Maeve gives Edmund a St. Francis Xavier medal that has been passed down through the generations of Ryan boys. Later, Frank arrives to collect his parents for their trip for Washington and has a touching moment with Edmund moments before they leave for the beach house.

Episode 920 January 16, 1979 April 27, 2009

After a full afternoon of playing on the beach, Jill puts Edmund down for his nap with his medal that he got from Maeve and a promise that no matter what happens, she will make sure that he is not confused about who his father is.  In Washington, Frank and Rae give his parents a tour around his office suite. They are further impressed when Frank tells them that he has arranged for them to be at the Senators' luncheon at the White House where they are set to meet the president.  At the hospital, Tom learns that he is blind and handles it better then Faith and Roger could have ever hoped.  Later, Tom surprises Faith when he tells her that she should not feel obligated to him in anyway. Roger interrupts Tom, explaining that now is not the time for them to worry about anything but his recovery.  Meanwhile, Maeve and Johnny appreciate all that Frank has accomplished and Maeve is happy that her sister is there to be a part of it.  Later, as the group heads out for the ceremony Frank expresses gratitude realizing this is the moment that he has been waiting for.  At the beach house, Jill settles a restless Edmund down for his nap and plugs in a wall heater to knock the chill off of the room.  At the hospital, a terribly upset Faith expresses her grief about Tom's condition and asks Roger how she can help him without turning her back on Pat.  Meanwhile, as Frank is being sworn in, Edmund is in grave danger as smoke begins to trickle from the electrical socket that the heater is plugged into.

Episode 921 January 17, 1979 April 28, 2009

Trusting Edmund to be okay, Jill takes a walk to the sand dunes and thinks about their future. Newly sworn in Frank and company arrive back at his offices. They discuss their reactions to the ceremony with proud-filled Maeve and Johnny. At the beach house, Edmund sleeps as smoke continues to come from the outlet.  As Siobhan assists the tenants that live in Ethel's building in learning their legal rights, they are visited and confronted by one of the landlord's representatives who demands to know what their meeting is about. An explosion at the beach house horrifies Jill who screams for Edmund. Siobhan is threatened by the representative of Riverside Realty and is told that she is not only bringing trouble on herself but to those in the other buildings.  When he leaves, Siobhan cannot help but to be shaken because she knows the seriousness of the situation.  Frank thanks Rae for placing the world at his feet in which Rae tells him that she expects nothing but good things for him in the future.  At the beach house, Jill is in shock when she finds that Edmund's room has been blown up and making her way into the debris she desperately tries to find him.

Episode 922 January 18, 1979 April 28, 2009

As a hysterical Jill fights her way through the debris to find Edmund, she is knocked unconscious when a huge beam collapses leaving her trapped beneath.  Seneca arrives in Annie's hospital room and reassures her about her condition. Annie asks Seneca to reconsider letting her spend with Edmund while she is in America and is surprised when Seneca says he will consider it. At the beach house, Jill remains unconscious in Edmund's room where there is no sign of life.  At Ryan's, a very upset Siobhan explains her problem with Riverside Realty to Jack and tells him that she hopes that he and Wes Leonard will be able to help.  When Siobhan stick her chin out in determination, Jack recognizes it as a Ryan quality and tells her that it is the first thing that drew him to Mary.  Meanwhile, Mary questions Thatcher on his professional feelings for her and is satisfied when Thatcher tells her that while he is not happy with the way that she was hired, he sees potential in her and that he is more than willing to work with her.  Later, Mary is in shocked when Thatcher reveals that he does not have a family to be concerned about him.  When Siobhan reveals to Jack that she is going to challenge the Realty Company, Jack offers to go with her to offer emotional support.  Later, as Jack and Siobhan visit with Annie, Mary arrives and talks about but Thatcher.  When Annie tells them of her visit with Seneca, the group is happy knowing that they are much closer to being able to spend time with Edmund.  Meanwhile, Seneca arrives at the beach house and finds Jill.

Episode 923 January 19, 1979 April 29, 2009

A stone-faced Seneca watches as Jill is wheeled into a small local infirmary with a severe injury to the spine.  When a small covered stretcher is wheeled through ER, Seneca gives a long sad look and then takes charge in Jill's case when the doctor hesitates about what to do.  Delia tells Roger about the hurt that she feels over Franks being sworn in and the fact that the Ryan family is rising upward now that she is no longer a part of the family.  Later, Seneca calls Roger and gives him the bad news about Jill.  When Roger asks about Edmund there is a long pause in which Seneca tells Roger that Edmund is dead.  Later, Roger tells Delia about the accident and leaves to collect Faith so that they can get to the hospital.  When Jill awakens, Seneca tells her that she will have to have surgery and that everything will be all right.  When Jill's head clears she realizes that something is wrong and has to be sedated when she begins to scream for her baby.  Later, Seneca learns that there is no surgeon on site and realizes that he is going to have to perform the surgery. Meanwhile, Faith and Pat struggle with the dilemma that is posed by Tom's behavior in wanting her help in his current condition.  While they are talking, Roger arrives and delivers the bad news to Faith and the three head out to the hospital near the beach house.  At the hospital, Jill takes a turn for the worse and demands to know where Edmund is.

Episode 924 January 22, 1979 April 29, 2009

Faith, Roger, and Pat arrive at the hospital and learn from the nurse that Edmund was dead on arrival and that Seneca is performing surgery on Jill.  When Roger heads to the surgery room, Faith and Pat fear what is going to happen to Seneca when the Board learns that he has performed surgery without a license.  Roger arrives in surgery and learns from Seneca that Jill has only a small chance at survival.  At the party, Rae tries to make progress with Maeve as the two enjoy a quiet moment away from the party.  As reassures her that she does not feel anything against her personally, Rae continues to press the issue which angers Maeve who prepares to give her a piece of her mind until Frank enters.  After surgery, Seneca fills the group in on Jill's condition and has to control himself when he speaks of Edmund's death. Faith reassures Seneca telling him that they will do all that they can to ensure that the surgery is kept as quiet as possible.  When Jill begins to regain consciousness, Pat goes to the phone and calls Frank to give them the news. Rae is appalled when she learns of what has happened from Pat and sadly hands the phone over to Frank who promises that he will be right there.  Later, Frank delivers the news to his family and they mourn for Edmund.  At the hospital, Jill awakens hysterical and demands to know where Edmund is.  As Seneca calls for a sedative, he tells Jill that Edmund is dead, but she falls unconscious unable to express any emotion as the medicine takes affect.

Episode 925 January 23, 1979 April 30, 2009

Rae orders her plane ready to escort Frank, Maeve, and Johnny to the hospital where Jill and Edmund are waiting.  Later, a stricken Maeve accepts a kiss on the cheek from Rae for assisting them in getting to the hospital quickly.  When they leave, Rae asks Polly to stay for awhile so that Rae can comfort her. Rae realizes that she feels guilty for the many times that she has wished Edmund out of the picture knowing that now he really is.  Meanwhile, Faith tries, without success, to get Seneca to react to Edmund's death.  When the two begin to make arrangements for Edmund's funeral, Seneca thanks Faith for what she is trying to do with him but tells her that he cannot grieve for Edmund.  Later, Faith describes to Pat the arrangements that she made with Father McShane.  When Faith expresses that she feels obligated to help Tom, Pat tells her that as soon as the things settle down for Frank, they will ask for his assistance to prevent Tom from being deported.  The family arrives and Pat gets them up to speed on the situation, and they all become upset when they learn that Seneca performed the surgery.  Meanwhile, Jack tells Mary about Siobhan's troubles with Ethel Green.  Jack has to talk Mary out of doing a story on the situation so that Siobahn can have a chance to do it on her own.  After recovering from the shock that Seneca performed the surgery on Jill after months of not practicing medicine, Frank tells Seneca that if anything happens to Jill that he will personally crucify him.

Episode 926 January 24, 1979 April 30, 2009

Frank reminds Seneca that he has no license, and that he should not have operated on Jill.  Seneca tells Frank that he is no longer a factor in Jill's life and that had he not performed the surgery, Jill would have died.  Later, Faith and Roger tell Frank and Maeve of the trouble that Seneca is in for having done the operation and ask them to not let the news get around.  Roger then tells Frank that he should remember that Seneca is also hurt by the loss of Edmund.  Seneca learns from the nurse that Jill has not asked about Edmund and decides that she not be told until she has recovered.  At Ryan's, Delia awakens a sleeping Siobhan and is shocked when she learns that not only is Siobhan a part of the Ethel Green situation but that Jack is making himself a part of it - a fact that is sure to get to Mary.  At the hospital, Frank to mourns for a son who he fears he failed and with whom he'll never be able to reconcile.  Delia warns Siobhan that if Jack gets too involved with Ethel Green that he could be hurt.  When Siobhan tells her that she likes the idea of someone being there with her, Delia tells her that she would do well to stay clear of Jack Fenelli.  At Jill's bedside, Seneca mourns for Edmund remembering happier days.

Episode 927 January 25, 1979 May 1, 2009

Finding a tired Seneca at Jill's bedside, Maeve convinces Seneca to go and catch a few hours of sleep while she sits with Jill.  As he leaves, Seneca tells Maeve that Jill does not know about Edmund and that if she wakens to handle the situation the best way that she knows how.  In Washington, an emotional Frank bites Bob's head off when he suggests that Frank is going to take as much time as he needs to mourn Edmund - even if it means putting her appointments aside.  Later, Nancy impresses Bob with insight into Rae's personality.  When Jill awakens and inquires about Edmund, Maeve tells her that Edmund is dead.  Later, Jill asks for Frank, and Maeve sends for him.  Learning that they have a lot in common, Nancy and Bob decide to have dinner together rather than spend the evening alone.  Frank reassures Jill about Edmund.  Seneca arrives at Jill's room and when he sees that Frank has been visiting with her, he orders Frank to stay away from her.

Episode 928 January 26, 1979 May 1, 2009

Seneca and Roger prepare Jill to be moved to Riverside.  Later, the clinic doctor discovers that Seneca does not have a medical license and vows that he will report Seneca to the Board immediately.  Pat gives Annie the details of what has happened to Edmund and Jill.  Pat also gives Annie her preliminary diagnosis and tells her that she is not dying. In the ambulance, Jill's goes into shock, and Seneca warns the driver that if he does not drive faster, he'll be responsible for Jill's death.  Faith offers to let Tom live with her until his immigration problems are over and is shaken when he adamantly refuses.  Later, Faith finds Pat at the hospital and tells him about Tom's refusal.  Pat thinks that Tom is displaying better sense than Faith.  In the ambulance, as Seneca yells that they need to hurry, there is a resounding crash.

Episode 929 January 29, 1979 Monday, May 4, 2009

After the crash, Seneca confirms that Jill is still alive and radios the police for help.  In Washington, Rae tries to comfort Frank and hurts for him as he mourns Edmund.  Mary calls Frank for moral support and is happy when she learns that he will be home that evening.  Mary finds Thatcher waiting for her lets him know that she is not in the mood for any negativity from him.  At Riverside, Jill is admitted to ICU.  When Seneca tries to issue orders to the nursing staff, Roger has to step in, as Seneca does not have a license.  Roger tells Seneca that Marshall is on his way down for a visit and that he has a report on Seneca from the clinic.  Thatcher tells Mary that he lost both his children in accidental death.  Rae is distressed when Frank tells her that he is going home to check on Jill and attend Edmund's funeral.  Thatcher tells Mary about the death of his wife and children, which helps Mary to understand more clearly why Thatcher is as remote as he is.  Marshall tells Roger that things do not look good for Seneca, especially if anything happens to Jill.

Episode 930 January 30, 1979 Monday, May 4, 2009

After tricking his nurse into leaving the room, Tom crashes his IV stand and has to be helped back into bed.  Faith tells Tom that in light of the fact that he cannot make it on his own, he should reconsider her offer to stay with her.  Maeve and Johnny recap for Siobhan all that happened on Long Island, and Edmund's funeral is set for the next day.  To everyone's delight, Annie returns home from the hospital.  Faith tells Tom that it is time for him to be realistic about his blindness and realize that the best thing for him to do would be to come home with her.  When Tom accuses her of pitying him, Faith tells him that she has invested a lot of her life in helping him and that she is not going to let him ruin all of that now.  Ethel tells Siobhan of the bank account that she has established for the tenants to deposit their rent into until improvements have been made to their apartments.  When they receive a threat from a henchman of the building, Ethel tries to talk Siobhan out of assisting them further.  Pat tells Faith that her getting Tom to live with her again will put them all in an awkward situation.  When Faith argues that if they leave Tom out there on his own that he will be deported, Pat tells her that Frank will handle the immigration problems and that Faith has nothing to worry about.

Episode 931 January 31, 1979 Tuesday, May 5, 2009

A distressed Seneca watches as Jill struggles in pain.  Later, Roger tells Seneca that given Jill's present condition, that surgery might not be a good idea.  While looking at family pictures, Siobhan draws out the problem about the Colleary farm.  Annie tells her that they will have to sell the farm because of overdue taxes, and Maeve is grief-stricken knowing that what her family has fought so hard for is to be lost.  Roger diffuses tensions between Frank and Seneca when Frank comes to visit Jill.  Maeve awakens crying in the night as she remembers her father and exactly what the farm meant to him.  Jill cries out for more painkillers and Seneca demands that the nurse give Jill something for the pain.  Seneca tries to reassure Jill about Edmund and tells her that the funeral is set for tomorrow.  In the waiting room, Roger confirms Seneca's opinion that if Frank visits with Jill, it just might cause her more pain.

February 1979 Daily Recaps

Episode 932 February 1, 1979 May 5, 2009

Mary awakens in the middle of the night desperate for Ryan's presence.  She tells Jack that the tragedy with Jill and Edmund has forced her to realize things about herself.  In the waiting room, Roger is supportive of Faith in her problems with both Tom and Pat.  Faith and Roger discuss Seneca's options and try to come up with a way to get him out of trouble.  Mary confides in Jack that she's not sure if she has enough time for her family and a job, but Jack assures her that she can do both.  Later, Jack becomes annoyed when Mary switches the conversation to Thatcher and analyzes how his problems have directly affected his life.  Roger and Faith visit with Marshall and devise a way to help Seneca with the Board.  While sitting at Jill's bedside, Seneca remembers Jill and Edmund at Christmas and comes close to mourning but is interrupted when Roger comes in with Jill's x-rays.  It is decided that surgery be performed on Jill tomorrow.

Episode 933 February 2, 1979 Wednesday, May 6, 2009

Seneca gives Jill the news that she is going into surgery and that he'll be attending Edmund's funeral afterwards.  Roger arrives and orders Jill a pre-operative shot and assures her that he will be there to watch over the surgery.  When Jill cries out in pain and asks for Maeve, Seneca tells her that he will call her.  Maeve and Johnny rejoice when they find out that Annie's medicine seems to be working and that her symptoms have gone away.  Seneca calls Maeve to tell her that Jill is going into surgery and refuses her offer to come and sit with him before the funeral.  Maeve tells Annie and Johnny that Seneca is hurting and regardless of the feelings that exist between him and Frank that she is going over to offer him emotional support.  When she arrives, Maeve helps Seneca to finally mourn the loss of his son.  At Ryan's, Johnny finds out from Annie just how much money is needed to save the Colleary farm and tells her and Siobhan that he just may have a way that they can do it. Siobhan receives a threatening note but lies to Johnny and does not tell him the nature of it.  At the hospital, Seneca thanks Maeve for helping him to grieve and learns that Maeve herself lost two sons.  In surgery, Dr. Barnhill announces that Jill's situation is critical and hopes that he will be able to pull it off.

Episode 934 February 5, 1979 May 6, 2009

Roger announces to Maeve and Seneca that the surgery was successful and although she is sure to experience more pain for a while that she will regain full use of her leg.  Roger also tells Seneca that Jill will not wake up for hours and encourages him to go to Edmund's funeral.  When Tom and Roger meet later, he accuses Faith of helping him out of pity and insists that Roger set him up with a nurse or seeing eye dog and release him immediately.  Pat is delighted when he learns that Annie is recovering.  Jack is shaken when Siobhan shows him the note and insists on going with her to the next tenants meeting.  Bob arrives and Pat asks Bob and Rae to help him with Tom's immigration problems.  When Rae learns that Jill may have on-going medical problems, she is convinced that this will do nothing but serve as a constant reminder of the tragedy for Frank.  In the parlor, Frank finds Maeve explaining to Little John that Edmund is in heaven and tries in vain to fight back tears.

Episode 935 February 6, 1979 Thursday, May 7, 2009

At Ryan's, the wake is in progress and all are concerned that Frank, being unable to mourn the death of Edmund in public, will withdraw.  When Rae expresses her concern about Frank to Maeve, Rae is told that she also needs to understand that Jill is adding to Frank's worries.  Later, Maeve comforts Frank when she and Annie sings a family song for Edmund.  When Annie describes the wake after her father's funeral, Maeve mourns over the fact that they are going to lose their family home and wishes that there were something that she could do about it.  Meanwhile, Roger tells Faith and Pat that Tom is adamant in his decision to be able to go home alone with a nurse or seeing-eye dog.  When Faith rebukes Tom's stubbornness, Pat tells Faith that Bob and Rae are working diligently to help Tom with his immigration problems.  Later, Faith continues to stand in her decision to help Tom, and Pat gives her an ultimatum, which results in the ending of their relationship.  Rae is shaken by Frank's decision to go to the hospital to visit Jill against her wishes because Rae knowing that if she pushes the issue, Frank will end their personal relationship.  Later, Rae emotionally tells Bob about her unhappiness with Frank's attachment to Jill.  When Bob tells her that it is only understandable that Frank is concerned about Jill, given all that they have shared with one another, Rae demands that for once she would like to see that kind of concern from Frank for her.  Finally, Frank sits at a sleeping Jill's bedside and tells her that he wishes with everything that she could have been at the funeral.

Episode 936 February 7, 1979 May 7, 2009

Faith visits Tom and tells him that she has new information which might persuade him to change his mind about his refusal to stay with her at the Coleridge house.  Jack accompanies Siobhan to a meeting at Ethel Green's house for protection purposes and with the hope of getting a story out of it.  When Ethel leaves them to take her son to the neighbor's house, Jack tells Siobhan that Mary knows about his being here with her but admits that he is not in favor of pacts of honesty between spouses.  At Channel One, Mary and Thatcher come head-to-head when Thatcher chops up her article and makes more changes than Mary can tolerate.  Thatcher refuses to back off, and Mary threatens to quit.  She is rewarded when Thatcher tells her that not only would he like her to stay, but also that he will give her editorial space.  Meanwhile, Faith is shocked when she gives Tom all the reasons that he should come home with her, and he actually accepts.  Jack admits his jealousy of Thatcher to Siobhan.  Later, the two of them become concerned for Ethel when they realize that she has been gone much longer than she'd anticipated.   Dorothy arrives for the meeting and is shocked to find that Ethel is not there.  When Ethel finally arrives she is hurt, and Siobhan is badly shaken.

Episode 937 February 8, 1979 Friday, May 8, 2009

Pat arrives at Ethel's apartment and gives her first aid.  As the rest of the tenants arrive, they are shocked to learn that Ethel has been mugged.  The group is shaken, and Jack tells them that they have great reason to fear.  He also advises them that they should possibly reconsider having the meeting, but Siobhan pleads with him to support her continuing the meeting.  Siobhan starts the meeting against Jack's wishes and plans for the group's next meeting to be with C&P Realty.  When Jack refuses to write the article that he has promised, for fear that they are in over their heads, he is angered that Siobhan threatens to call Wes Leonard to write it for her.  At Ryan's, after telling Johnny that farm prospecting in Ireland seems to be prosperous, Kevin tries, unsuccessfully, to convince Johnny that investing in the Colleary will be a disaster.  Later, Pat, Siobhan, and Jack arrive and tell Johnny about Ethel's mugging and their fears that it was connected to the realty company.  When Johnny tries to convince Jack to write an article about it, Jack comes close to telling Johnny the truth about Siobhan's letter, but he is taken aside by Siobhan before he lets the cat out of the bag.  Johnny consults Pat about his plan to invest in the Colleary farm and is encouraged to do it.  Later, Pat tells Johnny of his trouble with Faith.  He admits that it is his own fault for falling into his old pattern by trying to rescue Faith and that he should have never fallen in love with someone else's wife.  Jack's jealousy of Wes Leonard surfaces when Siobhan insists that having him and Jack be on the same team will be for the best.

Episode 938 February 9, 1979 Friday, May 8, 2009

While working late, Nancy offers sympathy to Frank about Jill and Edmund and lets him know that she understands his reasoning for wanting to work through his pain.  Later, Nancy is able to reach Frank in a way that others cannot, and when Rae arrives, she notices it and is not happy.  Jill learns from Maeve that Frank was there while she was unconscious and that he was at the funeral and feels the need to speak with him.  Faith arrives in Tom's room and finds him alone and reciting poetry.  She tells him of all the plans that she has made for his coming home, and Tom is appreciative, promising to not be a nuisance.  Rae is discouraged when she is unable to convince Frank to come home with her.  Frank declines Rae's offer to stay, and she leaves him, much to his displeasure, with Nancy.  Later, Johnny calls and receives Frank's blessing when he tells him of his plans to finance the restoration of the Colleary farm.  Seneca discourages Jill's efforts to call and talk to Frank.  When he is called out of her room on an emergency, Jill tries to call Frank and falls asleep before the call goes through.

Episode 939 February 12, 1979 May 11, 2009

Johnny comforts Maeve when she awakens upset after Edmund's funeral.  Later, Johnny suggests to Maeve that he advance the money to the family to save the family farm and tells her that he has the blessings of both Pat and Frank.  When Johnny tells her that he really wants to do it, an excited Maeve goes to tell Annie.  When Maeve tells Annie she is touched and promises that every cent will be paid back.  Siobhan fills Jack in on Ethel's latest condition and tells him that she has set a meeting with the head of the realty corporation later that evening.  When Jack tells her that he refuses to write a column on the buildings until he is sure that he will not cause more harm Siobhan accuses him of taking a conservative stance to save his own skin.  Later, Jack is annoyed when Siobhan continues to insist on inviting Wes Leonard to the meeting.   Siobhan further increases Jack's annoyance when she begins to flirt with him and gets him to agree to attend the meeting.  When Jack realizes that Bob is in town and has agreed meet with her about her options Jack promises Siobhan that he too will be there.  Annie expresses her heartfelt thanks to Johnny and swears to him that he will never regret his generosity.  Later, Johnny tells Maeve that he is happy that he could make her happy and that everything is going to be just fine.

Episode 940 February 13, 1979 May 11, 2009

Tom shares with Maeve his real feelings about Faith and the misgivings that he has about the arrangement for him to return to the Coleridge home.  Maeve tells him that Faith is honoring the promise that she made to him before God and that it will be wrong of him to not allow her to do so.  Later, Maeve tells Tom about Johnny's generous gesture in restoring her family home and leaves Tom wishing that he and Faith had what she and Johnny has.  Siobhan gives Bob the details on her efforts to date with the Ethel Green situation and although concerned for her safety Bob approves of her continuing forward.  Grateful, Siobhan makes Bob and Kevin promise not to tell the family what is happening determined to finish what she has begun.  When Pat finds Faith waiting in the lab for test results, the two come to a decision that they cannot run from one another and decide to tough it out.  When Pat accuses her of being the cause of their break-up, Faith reminds him that he did the same thing for Delia and that Tom seems to be in more of a need than Delia ever was.  After talking things through, Faith and Pat decide that there is lesson to be learned through all of this and can only hope that this time they will.  Later, when Tom questions Faith about her feelings for Pat, she reassures him that while she will always love Pat she is sure that things between the two of them are not meant to be.  At Ryan's, Siobhan fills Wes in on the details behind the Ethel Green case including the fact that her family has no idea of the danger behind it and gets his promise to keep it that way.  Later, as Wes and Jack begin to exchange barbs, Siobhan takes them off leaving Maeve with the distinct feeling that something is going on that she does not know about.

Episode 941 February 14, 1979 May 12, 2009

Wes and Jack accompany Siobhan to Ethel's and when they arrive Wes immediately begins to get some background information on the rent strike, including Ethel's mugging.  When Pyle arrives he is put off by the fact that not only is Siobhan there but that she has brought Wes and Jack with her.  When Siobhan accuses him of being behind the muggings, Pyle tells her that this is a bad neighborhood and further warns her that strangers can only expect to get into trouble - regardless of who their brothers or their friends may be.  Maeve tells Johnny of her sadness for Edmund and that just knowing that Johnny is going to help save the Colleary farm has brightened her morning.  Later, Delia arrives at Ryan's and while flaunting her success in commodities tries to find out as much as she can about Pat and Faith.  Wes angers Pyle when tells him that he is going to write a news article and is the entire group is threatened behind it.  Jack is annoyed when Siobhan decides to have dinner with Wes.  Johnny tells Maeve that with all that has gone on with the farm and with Edmund's death that she needs a change and surprises her with a trip to Ireland.  Later, Jack comes into Ryan's still upset about Siobhan being out with Wes and when Johnny comes to her defense about it Jack gets upset and picks a fight with him.  At Lem's, Wes apologizes again for his past behavior and is delighted when Siobhan tells him that although she does not trust him she does forgive him and feels that there is no reason that they cannot spend time together in the future.

Episode 942 February 15, 1979 May 12, 2009

Mary arrives home and finds Jack in bad humor and is shocked when she finds out that his anger is because of Siobhan's date with Wes.  When Jack tells her of the meeting with Pyle and the potential danger that it poses, Mary is concerned about his involvement and tells Jack that he has enough people in the city after him without involving himself in more trouble.  Later, Mary and Jack square off when he refuses to let go of his anger about Siobhan and allow her to comfort him.  Roger sits at Jill's bedside listens as she recounts what she remembers happened at the beach house.  When she mentions that she wants to call Frank and make sure he understands, explain things to Frank, Roger tries to discourage her - but to no avail.  Meanwhile, Rae has to hide her jealousy when Frank tells her of his plans to fly to New York for the evening.  When she tells Frank that his going there is not a good idea, Rae is happy when Frank tells her that she is right and that he will be home after he takes a long walk.  Later, Rae asks to see Bob and tells him that it is about Frank and Jillian.  Roger tells Jill that he thinks it will be a good idea if she speaks to Frank so that she can get some peace about it all and tells her that he will do what he can to arrange it.  Mary tells Jack that if she is doing all that she can to not bring her job home then the least he could do is not bring her sister home.  Later, Jack calls Jumbo for information on C&P Realty and feels worlds better when Jumbo promises to have the information for him by tomorrow.  Roger tells Seneca of Jill's desire and that although he knows how Seneca feels about the entire situation that this could do some good for Jill.  Later, Seneca tells a nurse that he wants the phone removed from Jill room until her condition improves.  In Washington, Bob confronts Rae on trying to control Frank's schedule and makes her feel better when he tells her that he will not encourage him to go to New York.   Meanwhile, Seneca is shaken when Jill murmurs Frank's name in her sleep.

Episode 943 February 16, 1979 May 13, 2009

Jack arrives at Ryan's and is concerned when he finds Siobhan to be suffering a hangover from her dinner date with Wes.  When Wes calls and suggests another dinner date so that they can discuss the article, Siobhan accepts another dinner date, which aggravates Jack further.  When Roger finds Jill crying out in her sleep over Edmund he becomes concerned when he is unable to comfort her.  Later, Roger assures Jill that while it was a terrible accident that she has no need to fear that she has let anyone down.   An excited Maeve tells Siobhan about her trip to Ireland and tells her that while she is going to use the trip to help heal the ache that she feels for Edmund that she fears that now is not the best time to go with Jill being in the hospital.  When Roger calls Maeve and gives her the news of Jill's dreams, he is comforted in the fact that Maeve is coming over for a visit and feels that a visit from Maeve just might help.  When Maeve arrives at Jill's bedside, she reassures Jill that this is not her fault and tells her that if she had been at the house then she might have been hurt more than she was with no way of preventing the explosion. Later, when Maeve tells Jill of her trip to Ireland and her fear of leaving Jill behind, Jill assures her that this would be great for her and that she will have plenty people in town to care for her.  Later, Maeve is shaken at Jill's desperation to see Frank and realizes that there is nothing that she can do to shake this desire.  Jack pays a visit to Wes and suggests that he leave Siobhan alone and is further dismayed when his suggestion gets him nowhere.

Episode 944 February 19, 1979 May 13, 2009

Bob and Frank tease Nancy over all the invitations that she has been receiving from the Washington bachelors.  Later, Frank calls Maeve and when he learns of Jill's current condition and her desire to see him he tells Maeve that he will be in New York in less than two hours.  Before Frank leaves, he tells Bob and Nancy that he will be back this afternoon and that it would not be a good idea if Rae finds out where he is.  Maeve and Annie visit with Tom before they leave for Ireland and are excited to see him up and dressed and on his way home.  Tom arrives home and works hard at being self-sufficient.  Later, Tom is grateful when Faith tells her that she is very glad that he is home.  Rae arrives to see Frank and explodes when she learns that Frank has gone to see Jill and that Nancy was trying to keep that information from her.  When she tells Nancy that she needs to remember who is who around the office Bob steps in and tells her that they work for Frank and Frank only and that they will not tolerate being spoken to in this manner.  Frank arrives to see Jill and assures her that he understands about Edmund and tells her that even if she were in the next room with him nothing would have saved Edmund.  Later, Frank confesses to Jill his belief that he would have been granted another chance to raise Edmund and that he let Edmund down and now he will never get another chance to make things right.

Episode 945 February 20, 1979 May 14, 2009

When Johnny discovers just how much his generous endeavor to restore the Colleary farm will cost him he bemoans the idea knowing fully well that he does not have enough money to cover it.  Later, Kevin encourages Johnny to rethink his offer when Johnny admits to him that he has overextended himself.  Meanwhile, Maeve and Annie delight in the idea of the house being restored and the fact that Johnny is doing a big part to preserve their family heritage.  Later, a troubled Johnny finds Maeve in tears as she remembers happier times at the farm.  Against Seneca's request, Roger gives Jill the details of her surgery and the trouble that Seneca is in because of it.  When he explains the proposed action on the part of himself, Marshall and Faith, Jill signs a letter asking the Board to commend Seneca for what he did to save her life.  When Roger leaves, Jill thanks Seneca for risking his career to save her life and fears that he will have to go to jail because of it.  Later, when Seneca learns from Jill that Frank visited her he takes steps to make sure that no one allows him to visit again.  At Ryan's, Maeve explains her tears to Johnny and her happiness and troubled, Johnny decides to say nothing of his financial problems.

Episode 946 February 21, 1979 May 14, 2009

Mary delivers to Maeve and Johnny a pair of socks for their plane trip to Ireland.  Later, Maeve sits with Siobhan and Mary and exhorts them to behave while she is away because the last thing that she wants to worry about is trouble between the two of them.  Johnny angers Jack when he reads Wes's column about the realty company with relish.  Later, Jumbo gives Jack information about C&P realty and tells him that they company is heavily involved in organized crime and that he and Siobhan to watch out for them.  Pat shares with Siobhan his feelings about Faith and tells her that all he can do at this point is wish her luck on her marriage with Tom.  Meanwhile, Delia finds Tom sitting in the Coleridge parlor and proceeds to needle him about Faith and Pat's current relationship until Tom demands that she leave.  As the family celebrates Maeve and Annie's trip to Ireland that afternoon, a brick crashes through the parlor window at Ryan's.  Jack tells Johnny that he knows who was behind it and implores of Johnny to get Maeve and Annie to the airport as soon as possible.  Later, Mary accuses Siobhan of getting her family into more trouble than they can handle and demands that she end her girl crusade and let the police and professionals take over.

Episode 947 February 22, 1979 May 15, 2009

Mary forces Siobhan into calling Frank by threatening that if she does not then Mary will.  Frank with the news before Mary does it for her.  Later, Frank assures her that he will call the District Attorney's office as soon as possible and demands that Siobhan cool down and allow the authorities to handle the situation from there.  Siobhan tells him that she cannot walk away from the tenants exactly but assures him that she will do nothing to get herself in further trouble.  Frank places a call to the D.A's office and is assured that they will investigate this further.   Later, when Bob tells Frank about Rae's determination to put Nancy in her place Frank tells him that it was Rae that got them to where they are and that he hopes that he can only hope that what he is offering Rae personally is enough.  Siobhan is excited when Jumbo and Jack invite her to the exclusive Genarro Social Club.  Meanwhile, Delia deliberately tries to goad Pat about Faith's going back to Tom and Pat tells her that with all of the dirt that she has done in the past that she is not in the position to comment on anyone's behavior.  Jack and Jumbo tell Siobhan a false story about Jumbo's childhood hoping to divert her attention from Mary - but to no avail.  Mary gives Thatcher the details of her reasons for staying out of Siobhan's situation and tells him that the two of them are in a competition to where Mary is ahead and Siobhan is fighting to catch up.  Meanwhile, Jack comforts Siobhan when he assures her that C&P Realty is her project and that Mary is not going to interfere.

Episode 948 February 23, 1979 May 15, 2009

When Johnny expresses his doubts to Pat about whether or not the Colleary farm will ever be profitable again, Pat thinks that his doubts are a part of missing Maeve and assures everything will work out just fine.  Later, Pat tells Johnny about his conversation with Delia and of his assumption that things are working out between the two much better than he expected.  Tom demands of Roger to be told something definitive about his eyes.  When Roger manages to calm him, Tom admits Roger and unknowingly to Faith that he is angry about being trapped in a house with a woman who he loves but doesn't love him back.  Later, Roger comforts Faith and tells her that she is the only one that will be able to get through to Tom.   Frank questions Rae about her conflict with Nancy and when Rae tells him that with as much as she has done for him she does not appreciate being lied to Frank tells her that her real problem lies with Jill.  Meanwhile, while fighting intense pain, Jill begs her nurse for her shot and throws a tantrum when the nurse tells her that it is not time yet.  Later, Seneca tells Jill that he back pain might exist for sometime and that she needs to learn to live with the pain.  In Washington, Frank tells Rae that he has offered her all that he can at the moment and implores of her not to take her frustrations out on Nancy.  As Pat admits to Johnny that his feelings for Faith have not changed, Faith's feelings for Tom obviously are as she makes a conscious decision to help Tom no matter what.

Episode 949 February 26, 1979 May 18, 2009

While frantically trying to figure out the cost of renovating the Colleary farm, Johnny has to take Siobhan's comments into consideration when she asks if he has taken on much more than he can handle.  When Jack enters, Johnny pretends to be unconcerned about the renovations and tells Jack that he has everything taken care of.  Later, Ethel tells the Ryan's that while all of the buildings have heat and hot water that one of the buildings is having a problem with the boiler and Jack vows to have a look at it for her - and against his best interest decides to take Siobhan with him.  Rae tells Frank of a problem in New York that needs immediate attention and is pleased when Frank decides to send Nancy away for a few days to solve it.  When Frank approaches Nancy with the idea she is pleased that she will be working with her father but not so pleased that she will have to go back to New York and face Pat.  Later, when Nancy learns that her unwanted trip to New York was Rae's idea, Nancy tells her that regardless of what she tries to do she will never be able to run her away from her job and out of Frank's life.  As Siobhan and Jack look around the boiler room for the source of the problem, one of the men from C&P Realty peeks inside and decides that there is a problem.

Episode 950 February 27, 1979 May 18, 2009

In the boiler room, as Siobhan and Jack continue to search for the problem with the furnace the representative from C&P realty calls Pyle to find out what he should do next.  In the staff lounge, Tom tells Pat that he wants to get his eyesight back so that he can leave clearing the way for him and Faith to be together.  Having overheard everything, Faith tells Tom that there are a few things that she would like to discuss with him.  Siobhan finds an old rag wrapped around a safety valve and begins to unwrap it.  Meanwhile, sure that the building is going to blow up when Siobhan takes the rag off of the valve, Pyle instructs his worker to lock Siobhan and Jack inside the boiler room.  Meanwhile, Mary wants to go to Washington to do a story on Frank and realizes that she will have to do it against Thatcher's wishes.  Faith apologizes to Pat for the story that Tom has painted for her and tells him that things stand as they originally discussed.  Later, Faith convinces Tom that while the circumstances may not be as he would like that he is not in the position to not accept her help - regardless of how uncomfortable things may be.  Thatcher refuses Mary's story in New York fearing that the weather is not right for it at this moment.  Non-fazed by his rejection, Mary plans to get the story on Frank and make it back in time to do the news that evening.  Aware of the danger that the furnace poses, Siobhan and Jack are locked inside the boiler room with an overheated furnace moments before leaving to warn the others in the building to get out.

Episode 951 February 28, 1979 May 19, 2009

Siobhan and Jack panic when they realize they are in a room that is moments away from blowing up.  Johnny admits to Delia his desire to invest in commodities and is discouraged when she refuses to give him the advice that he is seeking.  Meanwhile, Siobhan swings a brick at the pressure valve and screams when the valve falls and her arm is burned by a hiss of steam.  When Jill begs a fill-in neurology nurse for her painkiller to be given to her early the nurse tells Jill that while the shot is prepared she cannot give it to her for another forty-five minutes.  When the nurse leaves, Jill reaches for the needle and is distressed when she knocks it on the floor.  Later, a desperate Jill eases herself out of bed and manages to give herself her injection.  When Seneca finds her he makes her promise to never do anything of this sort again and later yells at the nurse for leaving her in the room alone.  At Ryan's, Delia warns Johnny against commodities and leaves Johnny regretful that he was unable to get the name of her broker.  When Ethel frees Siobhan and Jack from the boiler room, Jack tells her that they must get Siobhan to the emergency room as soon as possible.

March 1979 Daily Recaps

Episode 952 March 1, 1979 May 19, 2009

Against Thatcher's wishes, Mary arrives in Washington to get the story from Frank and is alarmed when Frank and Bob warn her that there is a big chance that she will not be able to make it back to New York in time for the news broadcast.  At Ryan's, Nancy delivers to Johnny the Bible Frank used when he swore in and is shocked when she runs into Pat.  Later, Pat and Nancy catch up with one another and agree to dinner hoping to cheer one another from the terrible moods that they are in.  From the emergency room, Jack calls Pat from the emergency room and gives him the news of her burn and begs him to not tell Johnny of what has happened.  After getting the story that she needed, Mary gives Frank an update on Jill condition including the fact that Seneca is at her bedside at every possible moment.  When she asks about Rae, Frank tells her that Rae is not totally happy with their situation but he hopes that her love for him will be enough.  Troubled over how to get home, Mary is clearly in trouble when an enraged Thatcher tells her assistant to inform him of the moment that she returns.  While treating Siobhan's burn, Pat gets the whole story from Siobhan and Jack and thinks that it is time to tell Johnny what is going on.  Jack vows to call Frank and the D.A.'s office determined that Pyle is not going to get away with this one.  Unable to summons Rae's private airplane, Bob delivers to Mary the terrible news that she is stuck in Washington for the evening leading Mary to realize that she is in serious trouble over this one.

Episode 953 March 2, 1979 May 20, 2009

Roger arrives home and tells Delia of the presentation that was made to the Medical Board on Seneca's behalf.  Later, when Johnny arrives for some commodities advice, Delia gives him all of the warnings that he gave to her, which are ignored.  After much pleading on his part, Johnny leaves pleased that he has the name of Delia's broker as well as a promise from the two that they will keep this amongst themselves.  Upstairs, Faith arrives home and finds that Tom has fallen over a table and has to hide her frustration when she learns that he has fired his nurse.  When Tom mentions that now is a good time for her to consider her options with Pat, Faith loses her temper and tells him that she is tired of hearing about Pat Ryan.  At Lem's, Nancy is appalled when she learns from Pat the events that have been taking place with C&P realty.  Later, Nancy tells Pat of her recent struggle with Rae and Pat tells her that any jealous behavior on Rae's part will truly mean the end of her relationship with Frank.  Meanwhile, Faith assures Tom that they will hire a new nurse in the morning and is comforted when Tom begins to use black humor to ease the strain of the situation.  Pat goes to see Johnny and laughs when he realizes that Johnny is using Finn as a poor replacement for Maeve.  Later, Johnny warns Pat about involving himself in a relationship with Nancy again and winces when Pat tells him that she is a lovely girl who he likes as much as he ever did.

Episode 954 March 5, 1979 May 20, 2009

Mary arrives at her office and finds Thatcher waiting to hear her explanation for disobeying his command to not go to Washington.  When Nancy arrives in Washington a day earlier than expected with a terrible hangover, Bob learns of her renewed interest in Pat and realizes that his chance with Nancy is over.  As Jill settles into a new room, she begs Seneca to approve of her getting her shot early.  When he refuses, Jill begins to plead and is frustrated when Seneca tells that she can easily become addicted to the medication and that he is doing this for her own good.  When Seneca leaves, Jill begs her nurse for her shot and is told that she has to wait until it is time.  Later, the orderly sympathizes with Jill and tells her that he can get her something for the pain but that it is going to cost her $50.00 - cash.  Mary defends her position to Thatcher and tells him that the story that she got in Washington was excellent and that it was not her fault that she could not get back to cover it in time.  When Mary refuses to admit the gravity of her mistake, she is stunned when Thatcher tells her that he is not used to having to debate matters with his employees and since she is so adamant about her feelings then he has no other choice but to fire her.

Episode 955 March 6, 1979 May 21, 2009

Angry that C&P Realty purposely tried to kill his daughter, Johnny reviews the situation with Kevin, Pat, and Siobhan. During the conversation, he decides that although Pyle is cooperating with the police, he is going to go and have a little talk with Pyle.  Unable to get Johnny to change his mind, the group decides to accompany Johnny on his visit, and Siobhan convinces Wes to go along with them.  Jill lies to Seneca hoping to get the $50 that she needs to buy the pills and is dismayed when she is only able to get half the amount.  Later, Jill is further dismayed when she tries to buy half the amount of pills and is told that she needs the entire $50, or it is nothing at all.  At Pyle's office, Johnny threatens him and makes it clear that he and his family will not tolerate anything further from Pyle or his men.  Pyle's reply is that since their friends have heat and hot water, they should leave the situation alone for their own sakes.  Before they leave, Johnny worries Pyle when he tells him that they should expect a visit from the D.A.'s office along with another article in the newspapers.  Pyle calls his boss and asks him what to do.

Episode 956 March 7, 1979 May 21, 2009

Pat and Johnny recap for Jack the unsatisfactory scene at Pyle's office.  When Jack learns that Wes was with them, he feels not only left out, but also concerned about what Pyle and his goons are going to do next.  Jill tells Roger of her struggle to maintain her sanity during the times in between her medication and receives some assurance that things are going to get better.  Jill then lies to Roger to get the other $25 that she needs for her unauthorized pain medication by telling him that she needs it to buy a birthday gift for one of the nurses.  Later, Jill yells at her nurse and demands that she bring Duke to her as soon as possible.  When Duke arrives, he takes the money from Jill and promises that he will have her medication to her as soon as possible.  Meanwhile, Jack tries unsuccessfully to get Mary to see her being fired as a sign from heaven.  Mary tells Jack that she is determined to get her job back, and when Jack suggests that she try and get help from Frank and Rae, Mary tells him that she is going to get her job back and that she is going to do it herself and her own way.  Pat tells Johnny about his date with Nancy and expresses that likes her more than he realized.  Johnny makes an appointment with the broker.  Roger is pleased when he finds that Jill is doing better unaware that it is due to the unauthorized painkillers that she has been taking.

Episode 957 March 8, 1979 May 22, 2009

Thatcher informs Rae of his decision to fire Mary due to insubordination. Rae inquires if this is permanent or not, Thatcher states that either he goes or Mary goes.  Later, Mary arrives in Thatcher's office and pleads with him to reconsider hiring her back.  Johnny meets with the broker about investing in commodities and is stopped from investing all of his savings.  Unsure as to which way to go in the commodities market, Johnny tells the broker that he is going to do whatever Delia is doing.  Mary manages to talk her way back into her job on a two week trial basis with the understanding that whatever happens going forward that she is now Thatcher's employee and not Rae Woodard's.  Johnny pays a visit to Tom and is encouraged when he sees that Tom is adjusting well.  Johnny grows concerned when Tom tells him that he plans to leave before he can hurt Faith anymore than he has.  Rae is pleased when Thatcher gives her the news that he has re-hired Mary on his terms and is grateful that Rae is willing to accept the terms.  Jack supports Mary's decision to give her job another try, but he is privately unhappy about the situation.

Episode 958 March 9, 1979 May 22, 2009

Edgy over the possible danger to Jack and Siobhan, Mary decides to stick by her truce with Siobhan, on Maeve's behalf, and tries to be on her best behavior.  Mary shocks Siobhan when she admits that being fired hurt her, and that she has no plans of being hurt again in the future.  After speaking to the D.A. about Pyle, Frank calls Siobahn to implore her to stay out of the way and let the authorities handle things.  When Jack leaves to see Jumbo, Siobhan goes with him, unaware that they are being followed.  Nancy shares a confidence with Frank about Pat and learns that although the bigger brother and a Senator, Frank is still jealous of Pat in some ways.  During Nancy and Frank's conversation, Rae listens in from the other room and is displeased when Nancy gives Frank the news that Jill appears to be recovering well.  Rae finally barges in, and Nancy leaves discreetly.  While waiting for a report from Jumbo at the Genarro Social Club, intimacy grows between Siobhan and Jack.  The lurker watches as Jumbo announces that he has more news.  When Jack and Siobhan learn of the criminal element involved in C&P Realty, they quickly realize that they have stumbled onto something much larger than a realty company.

Episode 959 March 12, 1979 May 25, 2009

Seneca grieves at Edmund's graveside.  Johnny reads Mary a letter that he received from Maeve.  Siobhan and Jack tell Mary and Johnny about the connections C&P Realty has to criminal activities, and they all decide that they need to come up with a plan should the company decide to retaliate against them.  Jack swears to Mary that he will not allow himself to be dragged into the situation further, but he points out that he wants to make sure C&P gets what they have coming to them.  Fighting intense pain, Jill sends her nurse out to find Seneca but is stopped from taking one of her unauthorized pills when Mary arrives for a visit.  The second Mary leaves, Jill swallows two painkillers and waits helplessly for relief.  Seneca is pleased to find Jill quiet, meditative, and doing much better than when he last saw her.  He is further heartened when Jill asks him to pick out Edmund's grave marker and asks that the name read "Edmund Strong Coleridge Beaulac."  Johnny is apprehensive about Siobhan telling Ethel of the latest developments.  Siobhan is cornered by two henchmen from the realty company and is forced to confront the gravity of her situation.

Episode 960 March 13, 1979 May 25, 2009

Jack goes off to rescue Siobhan as soon as he learns that she has gone over to Ethel Green's alone.  Siobhan tries unsuccessfully to talk her way out of what is sure to be an attack.  Aware that Nancy has gotten a lot of attention from the males in Washington, D.C., Bob hopes for a chance with her.  He is distraught to learn of the time she's been spending with Pat and that the two may be reconciling.  Pat tells Johnny of his feelings for Nancy and that he is happy to feel something for a girl besides Faith.  Jack arrives to rescue Siobhan without a moment to spare.  Unsettled by her own interest in Frank, Rae persuades Pat to come back to Washington by feigning concern for Frank. Bob convinces Nancy that the party for Frank will be better than she expects and promises her that this will be the night that she meets someone interesting.  Jack is left gravely injured by his run-in with the men from C&P.

Episode 961 March 14, 1979 May 26, 2009

Siobhan finds Jack and frantically rushes for help.  Jack arrives at Riverside hospital in critical condition.  Johnny arrives to find a hysterical Siobhan. Siobhan tells him that she left a message for Mary and told her to come as soon as possible.  Rae softens Pat with food and champagne, hoping to get him ready for the party and for seeing Nancy later that evening.  Nancy and Bob finish the preparations for Rae's dinner.  Faith finds Tom frantically working out and is distressed to hear that he plans to attempt to return to work quickly.  Johnny and Siobhan wait miserably at the hospital as the doctor tries desperately to revive Jack. Rae gives Pat a tour of her house.  Rae is gratified to find Nancy and Pat getting along well at the party.  Pat tells Nancy that while he is terribly concerned for Frank, he knows that what he really came to Washington for was to see her.

Episode 962 March 15, 1979 May 26, 2009

Mary is so disgusted with Siobhan for getting Jack attacked by Pyle's men that she hangs up on her after receiving the news.  Roger is unsuccessful in his attempts to bring Jack to consciousness.  A pitiful Siobhan tells Johnny that Mary and Maeve were right when they accused her of always having to make trouble.  When Mary arrives and learns that two thugs with a lead pipe beat Jack, it is clear that she blames Siobhan for the situation.  Roger declares that Jack will need surgery, and Mary vows to stay by his side.  As things heat up between Pat and Nancy, they decide to spend the evening together and have breakfast at Nancy's apartment.  All plans for romance are postponed when Bob arrives with news of Jack and offers to let Pat return with him on the jet.  Before he leaves, Nancy assures Pat that they will survive being apart but with difficulty.  When Jack begins to respond to Mary's voice, Roger encourages her to keep talking to him and not let him slip away again.  Roger gives her the news of the x-rays, and Mary goes out to the waiting room to give a report to Johnny and Siobhan.  Siobhan tells her that she is sorry, and Mary, infuriated, makes if knows that she will hold Siobhan responsible if Jack dies.

Episode 963 March 16, 1979 May 27, 2009

Roger is reassured when Jack begins to respond to the Mannitol drip and sends for Mary.  Mary  tries to get Jack to respond to her and is dismayed when he continues to refer to things from his childhood.  Later, Roger fills Pat and Bob in on the details of the mugging and allows Bob to go in and ask Jack some questions.  While rambling unconsciously, Jack tells Mary that he wishes she were home more because he misses her.  Jack recovers further and apologizes to Mary for getting into more trouble.  Gaining more ground, Jack tells Bob that he could identify his attackers for police.  Frank pays a visit to Jack and assures him that the D.A.'s office is on the case.  Roger asks Frank and Bob to leave and allow Jack to get some rest.  As the mannitol begins to wear off and Jack deteriorates, Pat and Roger tell Mary that Jack has to have surgery immediately.  After dreaming of Edmund, Jill awakens in physical pain but is stopped from taking one of her pills by Seneca's arrival and is forced to hide them inside of her bed linens.  Although hurting himself over Edmund, Seneca tells Jill that Edmund is dead and they she is the one that they must concern themselves with now.  Seneca encourages Jill to get out bed and forces her to walk around the room to loosen her muscles.  Jill is distressed when the nurse changes her bed linens taking her pills along with them.  Emergency surgery has begins on Jack to relieve the pressure from around his brain.  In the waiting room, Mary tells Pat that Siobhan is a source of endless trouble and unfortunately this time it is Jack who has to pay.

Episode 964 March 19, 1979 May 27, 2009

Rae seeks Frank out and is upset to find him at the nurse's station checking on Jill.  The nurse tells Frank that he is not allowed in Mrs. Beaulac's room, and when he asks by whose orders, Seneca steps out of Jill's room and says that he issued the order.  Thatcher arrives at Ryan's bar to check on Mary and Johnny gives him an update on Jack's condition.  Johnny is hopeful that Mary's job will be granted back to her fully given that Thatcher had that decency to check in for a visit.  A distressed Jill begs her nurse to find Duke for her.  Frank confronts Seneca, and after reminding him of the marriage contract that he signed for Jill, he goes in to see Jill against Seneca's wishes.  Seneca calls for the guards, and though Rae tries to dissuade him, he completes the call.  In Jill's room, the nurse realizes who Frank is and tries to stop him from visiting, and he sends her out of the room in a search for Seneca.  Frank reassures Jill about Edmund and tells her that it is okay to cry.  When Seneca arrives with the guards to escort Frank out, Jill protests.  Jill, already annoyed that Seneca has sent Frank away, becomes even angrier with Seneca's insistence that she practice exercises to ease her pain.  Johnny comforts Siobhan about Jack and tells her if this was anybody's fault it was his for angering Pyle further. Mary calls and gives Johnny the good news that the pressure has been relieved and that Jack is going to be okay.

Episode 965 March 20, 1979 May 28, 2009

Pat and Kevin prepare for the St. Patrick's Day party.  When Nancy calls to see how Jack is doing, Pat invites her to the party and is pleased when she accepts.  Jack receives a visit from Bob and Lt. Hayes regarding the mugging and agrees to identify the thugs regardless of the possible risk.  Bob tells Mary that he will assign extra security to her and each of her family members.  Faith tells Tom about the St. Patrick's Day festivities at the Ryan's and agrees to take him, knowing that he needs to get out of the house.   When Frank arrives he tells the group about his run in with Seneca and declares that he has no intention of leaving Jill alone.  Bob arrives with the news that Jack has identified the thugs and that Lt. Hayes should be making an arrest in the morning. Bob realizes that his chances for a relationship with either Faith or Nancy are slim. Mary lays into Siobhan about the trouble that she has caused for the family. A guilt-ridden Siobhan controls her tears and goes off to be alone for awhile.  Maeve arrives home and wants to know what the police car is doing out front.

Episode 966 March 21, 1979 May 28, 2009

Siobhan goes to see Jack for reassurance and admits that she is afraid that they are in more trouble than they can handle.  Faith visits Jill in the hospital room and reveals that things are definitely over between her and Pat.  Later, Jill lies to Faith about needing some necessities and gets Faith to cash a $50 check for her.  When Faith leaves, Jill pages her nurse and asks her to send Duke in to see her as soon as she can.  Jack tries to reassure Siobhan and tells her that the heat is off of them and that they have nothing to worry about. Jack tells Siobhan that she needs to trust Maeve and sends her home.  Duke warns Jill that her asking for him so often might clue people in to what is happening.  He takes her money and promises to bring her pills as soon as he can.  Maeve learns that Finn has taken her place in the bed and she is forced to boot him out of it for the evening. Siobhan visits with Maeve and starts off on the wrong foot when she immediately takes a defensive stance.  She refuses to believe that Maeve's sympathy is genuine. Duke returns with the pills and watches as Jill takes two pills in her desperation for the pain to go away.

Episode 967 March 22, 1979 May 29, 2009

Frank tells Rae about the St. Patrick's Day celebration that she missed at Ryan's and catches her up on Jack's condition.  Later, Rae shocks Frank when she tells him that she has ordered her jet to take him back to Washington without her.  Pat takes Nancy to the airport, but he stuns her when he asks her not to leave. Rae tells Frank that she refuses to wait in the background while he obsesses over another mans wife. In a discussion with Seneca, Jill justifies her reasons for wanting visitation rights with Frank. Seneca reminds her that she is his wife and demands that she put the past behind her for good.  Pat tells Nancy his reasons for wanting to see her again and she tells him that the feeling is mutual. Still, she decides against staying in New York with him for the evening. Trying to manipulate her feelings, Seneca tells Jill that Frank and Rae have too strong a bond to come between them. Seneca suggests that Jill work with him to get through the pain of losing Edmund.  Realizing that Rae won't change her mind about coming with him, Frank leaves for Washington alone, but he wonders if he made the right decision.

Episode 968 March 23, 1979 May 29, 2009

Johnny expresses his regret to Maeve that she had to come home to deal with the trouble surrounding Siobhan and Jack.  Maeve later assures Johnny that making the investment into the Colleary farm was one of the most generous acts in the world.  Delia arrives and flaunts her new fur coat. Johnny feels badly when Maeve talks about how cold it was in Ireland and Delia suggests that Johnny should buy Maeve a fur to keep her warm. Poppy Lincoln shows Tom the advantages of using the home therapist for the blind training program. She is even more eager to start when she realizes he is ready to become self-sufficient.  Maeve visits Jack and gives him details of her trip to Ireland.  She also tells him how grateful she is that he has been so helpful to Siobhan.  Pleased that the tin and aluminum stocks were up the day before, Johnny calls Grimly and invests $5,000 more.  After talking to Maeve about potatoes, Delia places a call to Grimly and asks him to sell her tin and aluminum shares and put all of the money in potatoes instead.

Episode 969 March 26, 1979 June 1, 2009

Polly arrives at Rae's apartment and is shocked to find her in tears.  Bob is shaken when Frank shares his distress over Rae not coming to Washington with him. Bob tells Frank that due to Jack's confession, the BBG is under arrest. The bail was set very high and none of the lawyers have show up to get them out.  Siobhan pays a visit to Jack and the two share their respective misery; Jack is bored and unable to see his wife and child and Siobhan is upset because of her argument with Maeve.  The duo realize that with C&P Realty being out of their hands, they will miss seeing each other.  Poppy helps Tom get used to his surroundings and Tom remains unaware that Poppy shares a striking resemblance to Teresa Donoughue.  Frank admits to Bob that he has become more attached to Rae than he cares to admit.  Because of that, he fears that if they got involved again, it would be much harder to recover if the relationship failed.  Meanwhile, Rae tells to Polly that refusing to go back to Washington with Frank might have been one of the biggest mistakes that she's made in her life. Polly tries to assure her that Frank will come back to her and that when he does, he will be effectively saying that Jill is out of his life for good.  Jack is infuriated when he learns that Wes has scooped the C&P Realty story.  Jack's pique grows when he learns that Siobhan is going out to dinner with Wes.

Episode 970 March 27, 1979 June 1, 2009

Frank is surprised when he arrives at his office in the middle of the night and finds Nancy there working. Frank calls Rae and becomes frustrated when she refuses to accept his call.  Mary calls Jack at the hospital and convinces him that he would be released much sooner if he would agree to stay at Ryan's for a couple days. Concerned that he would be a nuisance to Maeve, Jack speaks with her and is delighted to learn that she has already given her approval. Siobhan sneaks into Jack's hospital room to reassure him about her involvement with Wes. She is pleased to learn that he will be staying at Ryan's for a few days.  Frank asks Nancy her opinion of his relationship with Rae and is impressed by her perception.  When he asks Nancy if missing Rae justifies his asking her to return to Washington, Nancy tells him only he can answer that. Siobhan becomes defensive when Maeve questions her late-night visit to Jack.  When the two begin to argue about Siobhan's behavior, Mary intervenes because their yelling has woken Ryan.  When things quiet down, Maeve fears that having Siobhan, Mary, and Jack under the same roof might not be the best thing after all.

Episode 971 March 28, 1979 June 2, 2009

When Frank receives an anonymous $10,000 donation to his campaign fund, Bob suggests that they call Rae to see if she knows anything about it. Frank becomes aggravated when he calls Rae and Polly says that she has gone out for the evening. Frank leaves a message for Rae stating that he will be at her apartment later and she had better be there when he arrives.  After receiving the message, Rae plots to have a man there when Frank arrives.  Frank tells Bob to return the money and to let it be known that he does not accept unsolicited campaign contributions. Poppy helps Tom organize his room so that he can find his way around; in the process, she is pleased to learn that he and Faith have separate bedrooms.  Tom learns more about Poppy's troubled childhood and expresses his sympathy.  Mary is forced to control her temper after learning of the rescheduled time of her news broadcast from Thatcher.  Their conversation is cut short when Rae calls and asks Thatcher to come over for a drink later that evening. Rae hopes that this will be the move to convince Frank that losing her would not be a very good thing.

Episode 972 March 29, 1979 June 2, 2009

Dressed to impress, Rae has a moment of regret for stooping to trickery to get Frank's attention. Polly warns Rae that her outfit will get Frank's attention, but it might get Thatcher's as well. After finding out that his investments in tin and aluminum are sinking fast, Johnny wonders how it is that Delia's investments have soared.  Meanwhile, Delia invites Roger to an expensive dinner to celebrate her latest triumph in the commodities market. She confides that if it weren't for the clues she's been receiving from Maeve, she would not be where she is today.  Roger suggests that Delia take a portion of her money and invest it into a business.  Rae spills a drink on Thatcher in order to remove his jacket so that he can look nicely settled in when Frank arrives. When Frank arrives, Thatcher puts two and two together and realizes exactly why he is there.  When Johnny learns that Delia has changed her investments he pleads with her to tell him what she did; he is pleased when she agrees.  Rae refuses Frank's request for her to send Thatcher home so that they can meet in private and Frank leaves in a huff.  Later, Rae apologizes to Thatcher for using him in her game and assures him that she will get his jacket cleaned.

Episode 973 March 30, 1979 June 3, 2009

After taking several pills, Jill dreams of being reunited with Edmund.  When Seneca wakes her, Jill is upset that Seneca ruined her chances to see Edmund again and she refuses to be consoled.  Jack contacts the D.A's office and arranges to get inside information on C&P Realty before any other journalist - including Wes Leonard.  Later, Mary slips into Jack's hospital bed and tells him about her new schedule from Thatcher. Moments later, the two are getting frisky when they are caught by Jack's disgusted nurse.  Grieving over Edmund, Jill takes another pill while Seneca is not looking. Under the influence, Jill agrees that they should have another baby as soon as possible.  Later, Faith and Roger give Seneca the good news that his license to practice medicine has been restored due to Roger's brilliant plan.  Jack's nurse calls security when Jack and Mary refuse to obey hospital policy.  Frank calls Rae in the middle of the night and demands to see her. He tells her that he is on his way without giving her a chance to respond.

April 1979 Daily Recaps

Episode 974 April 2, 1979 June 3, 2009

Frank arrives at Rae's apartment and ignores the negligee that she has on; instead he focuses on telling her about the $10,000 campaign donation.  After listening to Johnny groan over his financial losses, Kevin tells him that he should stop taking his leads from a woman who gets inadvertent tips from her former mother-in-law. Rae tells Frank that in order for their relationship to succeed, he must stop chasing another man's wife. Conceding to her demands, Frank happily reconciled with Rae.  Maeve reads Johnny a letter from Annie and Maggie expressing their gratitude over the restoration of the farm and Johnny realizes that there is no way he can pull the funding back from them.  Jill awakens haunted by dreams of Edmund and takes yet another pill.  Later, a confused Jill tells Roger that all of the medication is getting to her. Frank shares a loving moment with Rae, but realizes that he had to make a great sacrifice to be with her.

Episode 971 April 3, 1979 June 4, 2009

Bob tries to engage Nancy in conversation about Frank's schedule and is hurt when he notices her doodling Pat's name all over her scratchpad.  Nancy and Bob wager on whether or not Frank will arrive back in town with Rae and get their answer when the duo enters the room looking to be on top of the world. Mr. Snow arrives to see Frank, who suggests that Rae sit in on the meeting with him.  Frank tells Mr. Snow that his campaign contributions are not wanted, but gives him carte blanche to call upon him whenever he needs to.  When Frank leaves, Snow tells Rae that he is impressed with Frank and that there are bigger things in store for him politically.  Faith and Poppy discuss Tom's training and agree that he should keep at it until his sight returns.  Poppy gives Tom a lesson on using his cane and learns more about Faith's family in the process.  Frank assures Bob and Nancy that leaving Jill alone is not going to be as hard as it sounds.  Lt. Hayes calls and gives Frank the news that the BBG's case is set to go to the grand jury and that the pressure will definitely be lifted off of Jack.  Rae makes an appointment to meet with Snow to discuss the Vice Presidency for Frank in the election term 1984.

Episode 975 April 4, 1979 June 4, 2009

Delia visits with Maeve and Johnny and expresses her fear that Faith and Tom's marriage is in trouble.  Delia receives a sign about her commodities investments when Maeve cuts into a rotten potato.  Jack arrives home from the hospital and tells everyone that the hospital lost his discharge papers, but he was unwilling to wait until they found them.  Delia tells Johnny that the rotten potato is a sign for them to get out of potatoes, but Johnny to talk her out of it.  Mary delights in the fact that her husband is home.  Their loving reunion is interrupted when Thatcher calls and tells Mary that she needs to come to the office for a meeting with him.  Bob tells Nancy about a new restaurant that has opened in Washington and is pleased when she agrees to a date with him that evening.  Later, Pat calls and spoils their plans when Nancy agrees to take a train to New York to spend the evening with him.  Thatcher reminds Mary that her two-week trial period is over and shocks her when he offers her a permanent job.  When she accepts, Thatcher tells her that he has a special assignment for her but that it is going to require that she be away from home more.  Jack spends time with Ryan and promises her that they are going to be able to spend more time together as a family.

Episode 976 April 5, 1979 June 5, 2009

Seneca tells Jill that he has arranged for her to go home.  Jill is reduced to tears when Seneca informs her of the plans that they made to have another baby and she realizes that she has no recollection it.  Poppy helps Tom learn to recognize foods so that he can cook for himself.  As Poppy helps Tom prepare dinner, she fantasizes that the house and all that is in it belongs to her.  Roger finds Jill in tears over her memory loss and helps her to remember the promise that she made to Seneca for more children.  A torn Jill tells Roger that she fears that Seneca is taking advantage of her physical condition in order to control her life. She confesses that she feels cut off from everyone, including the Ryan's.  Delia tells Roger that as much as she hates to let him down that she will never be able to help Johnny in the commodities market.  Roger tells Delia of his conversation with Jill and his fear that her medication just might be getting to her.  At the hospital, Jill asks Duke to get a supply of pills for her to take with her when she leaves.

Episode 977 April 6, 1979 June 5, 2009

Pat and Nancy arrive at the restaurant for a romantic dinner and it is clear that the two are already intoxicated with one another.  Tom demonstrates for Faith the fact that he is making progress day-by-day.  The two are intensely aware of one another physically when Faith helps Tom into his bathrobe. Without Frank's approval, Rae makes a corrupt arrangement with Samuel Snow regarding Frank's run for Vice Presidency. She tells Snow that from this moment forward, he is to never see Frank again.  Rae's planning seems to be going well until Frank shows up at her apartment unannounced.  Rae sends Snow out the back way and tells Frank that she has been lonely all day without him.  Rae is ecstatic when Frank tells her that she is the woman for him in more ways than she knows.  After finishing a second bottle of champagne, Nancy and Pat prepare to leave the restaurant and find a more private place to play.  Before they leave, they admit to one another that they are scared about what could happen, but they're both ready to see where the moment will lead them.

Episode 978 April 9, 1979 Monday, June 8, 2009

Johnny nearly faints when he looks at the financial pages and learns that potatoes have taken a drastic plunge.  When Frank and Rae arrive, Johnny is in awe of Rae when she not only accepts the fact that Frank wants to go to Edmund's grave but also offers to go with him.  When they leave, Johnny calls Delia and denies being the reason that they did not pull out of potatoes when she wanted to.  When Maeve finds him in the kitchen looking lost and forlorn, Johnny assures her that all is well.  Johnny has a nightmare where he and Maeve lose everything and have to wait for Delia to take pity on them in order for them to have food.  Pat and Nancy head to Bucky's houseboat for a little privacy.  Frank is hurt when he arrives at Edmund's gravesite and sees the name Beaulac on the headstone, but he tells Rae that he has to accept it and move on.  Rae tells Frank that she has an idea and that she would like to make a brief trip back to Ryan's.  Later, Maeve is surprised and pleased when Frank and Rae return for another visit and ask if Little John can return to Washington with them for a visit with his father.

Episode 979 April 10, 1979 Monday, June 8, 2009

Thatcher gives Mary the details of her new project and her enthusiasm for it delights Thatcher, although she is unaware of it.  When Thatcher asks about her family's reaction to her new office hours, she tells him that they will understand once she has time to explain.  On the houseboat, Pat tells Nancy a love story while the two share caviar and wine.  Pat tells her that he would like to make love to her and Nancy readily moves into his embrace.  When Mary calls for Jack, Siobhan pretends-for Mary's benefit-that there is someone else at home with them before calling Jack to the phone.  Mary gives Jack the details of her new job, but assures him that they will be able to spend just as much time together as they have.  When Siobhan asks Jack if Mary's new job is a good thing or a bad thing, Jack tells her that he can only hope that it will be good.  After making love, Pat and Nancy admit to feelings of love and know that the only way for their relationship to work is if they think only of one another and not their families.  Jack does yoga with Siobhan and admits that he fears Mary's independence will tear them apart. Siobhan tells him that whether she knows it or not, Mary is one of the most fortunate people in the world.

Episode 980 April 11, 1979 Tuesday, June 9, 2009

Delia tells Roger that Johnny is to blame for her failed investments.  Roger agrees that Delia made the right decision by deciding not to work with Johnny any longer and suggests that she break the deal immediately. Duke tells Jill that someone in his drug ring was caught the day before, so the price for the pills has tripled.  When Jill tries to be strong and tells him that she doesn't need more pills, Duke taunts her about the excruciating pain that she is going to be in. Jill rethinks it all and tells Duke that she will call him if she needs him.  Roger tells Jill how proud he is that she is going home and pledges his support.  Johnny takes it well when Delia tells him that she is going to have to stop feeding him her commodities information.  When Delia goes into the kitchen to talk with Maeve, Johnny moves to the end of the bar so that he can hear everything that they say.  Jill has a nightmare about Edmund and is further distressed when Seneca arrives to comfort her and tells her that he has removed everything from Edmund's room.  When Jill asserts that she would have liked a chance to say goodbye herself, Seneca turns into his old controlling self and Jill resorts to taking more pills.  Feeling that Delia is watching her like a hawk, Maeve offers to make Delia some cocoa, which pleases both her and Johnny to no end.

Episode 981 April 12, 1979 Tuesday, June 9, 2009

Nancy and Pat are reluctant to go back out into the real world, but agree to have dinner at Ryan's.  When Little John and Frank arrive at Rae's apartment for breakfast, she sets out to create a warm family atmosphere for them. Faith takes Maeve a few baskets of fresh strawberries and catches her up on both Jill and Tom.  Maeve tells Faith that it is wonderful to see her so happy and that she knows that everything is going to work out just fine.  Pat and Nancy arrive and are a bit uncomfortable when they find themselves face to face with Maeve and Faith.  When Faith leaves, Maeve is distressed when she realizes that the feelings between Pat and Nancy are serious.  In Washington, Rae arrives home exhausted and admits to Polly that she finds "mothering" Little John to be more than she can handle.  Rae tells Polly that after seeing Frank's sadness at Edmund's grave, she knew that she would have to bring Little John back with them - even if it required a huge sacrifice from her.  Polly assures Rae that her efforts will be well worth it and Rae concludes that her marriage to Frank is going to be the splashiest event that Washington DC has ever seen.

Episode 982 April 13, 1979 Wednesday, June 10, 2009

Jack awakens early to find Mary leaving for work and realizes that her new job is going to interfere with her promise that the two of them will be able to spend more time together.  Siobhan has breakfast with her mother before going to work and the two disagree when Siobhan tells her that if Pat and Nancy love one another, that is all that matters.  Siobhan further argues that it is unfair for parents to impose their standards on their children. Poppy describes to Tom her life in the orphanages growing up. Her love for material things becomes more evident as do her feelings for Tom when he tells her that he wishes she were around more often.  Jack and Thatcher meet and do not get off to a good beginning when the two men begin to criticize one another's news mediums.  When Jack tells Maeve of his instant dislike of Thatcher, Maeve reminds him that the man is Mary's boss and that his attitude was unnecessary.  Defensive of Jack, Siobhan jumps to Jack's defense and Maeve reminds her that he is still another woman's wife.

Episode 983 April 16, 1979 Wednesday, June 10, 2009

Johnny admits to Kevin that he is still following Delia's lead and tells him that after listening in on her conversation with Maeve, he has invested all that he has in cocoa beans.  Fearing the worse, Kevin reminds Johnny of Delia's overall nature and warns him to get out of it while he still has the chance.  Delia arrives for a visit with Johnny and Maeve and gives them an update on Jill's condition.  Johnny assures Delia that things are well between them and that he has taken her advice to handle his investments on his own.  Rae frets when Little John falls ill, but Polly assures her that keeping him with them on the sofa is as safe as his being in the bed.  Rae tells Polly of her plan to use Little John's sickness to her advantage with Frank.  Tom brings Poppy to Ryan's for a visit and is invited to lunch later in the week with Delia.  When Pat arrives, Poppy notices the change in Tom and learns of the problems that they have had with one another.  Johnny is pleased when he opens the financial pages and learns that cocoa beans are up.  Rae sets a trap for Frank and pretends to have fallen asleep reading to Little John, which makes Frank fall in love with her even more.

Episode 984 April 17, 1979 Thursday, June 11, 2009

Thatcher meets with Mary and tells her that he had brought her the research and met Jack. He expresses concern that Mary's home life might be made more difficult with her new assignment. Mary reassures him that everything is fine. Jill returns home from the hospital, and is visibly unsettled by Edmund's now empty room. Maeve tells Johnny her fears about Pat and Nancy falling in love. Mary comes home to Jack and they discuss Jack's dislike of Thatcher, but lets her know that her new assignment is okay with him. Jill wanders the apartment at night and looks through pictures of Edmund, she calls the hospital for Duke to order more pills, but ends up with "Stunt Pill Guy" who knows her story. He says he will bring the pills tomorrow at 3 times the price.

Episode 985 April 18, 1979 Thursday, June 11, 2009

Jill takes money from under couch cushions and counts out money for the pills. Under the couch, she also finds a rattle that belonged to Edmund. Stunt Pill Guy drops off the pills and Jill takes them right away. Pat surprises Nancy in Washington. Maeve stops by at Jill's and Jill is fairly incoherent and rambling of Frank. Maeve expresses concern for Jill, comforts her and leaves. Jill takes more pills. Pat and Nancy make love and talk about not the future "Just now". Jill rambles about Edmund, Little John and Frank to herself. Seneca comes home to an empty apartment.

Episode 986 April 19, 1979 Friday, June 12, 2009

Tom and Faith go though and discuss Tom's souvenir box. Poppy calls sick. Faith leave to tend to her. Mary and Thatcher have to leave for Washington for an important interview with a reclusive Senator. Faith takes care of Poppy who is very sick, and sees how she's living in squalor. Jack catches Siobhan in her crazy, stripped "security pajamas". Mary returns home to pack for her trip, and leaves in a bad rainstorm. Seneca goes to Tom and Faith's to see if they have seen a missing Jill.

Episode 987 April 20, 1979 Friday, June 12, 2009

Johnny is distraught when he finds that cocoa beans are not going up, but he vows to hold out since this is where Delia is investing.  Roger encourages a depressed Delia to go and talk to Maeve for another burst of inspiration.  Seneca alarms Roger when he informs him that Jill is missing.  Roger calls Ryan's and Maeve suggests to him that they call the police. but he and Seneca both agree that the measure is too drastic at this moment.  Meanwhile, a confused Jill cries at Edmund's gravesite and tells herself that if she had just not left Frank none of this would have happened.  In Washington, Frank tells Rae that he wishes there was a way to structure his life so that Little John could come and live with him.  Faith describes Poppy's poor living conditions to Tom and asks if he would mind if Poppy came to stay with them until she was feeling better.  Rae helps Frank construct a plan to bring Little John to Washington.  At the gravesite, Jill screams out for Edmund, hoping that he will return to her.

Episode 988 April 23, 1979 Monday, June 15, 2009

Delia arrives for a visit with Maeve and manages to coax some information out of her that sends her back to her first investment: tea.  Johnny and Seneca arrive and tell Maeve that Jill is in trouble.  Poppy is taken aback when Faith extends the invitation to stay with her and Tom until she is feeling better and she cries tears of joy at her good fortune.  Maeve tells Seneca what Jill said about the medication making her feel strange, but Seneca assures Maeve that Jill is not taking enough to do any real damage.  Frank arrives with Little John and Maeve sends Delia upstairs with him so that they can fill him in.  Delia finds a troubled Jack in the living room and reminds him that Mary is off in Washington living out her dreams and he is the one stuck at home with the baby.  After getting the entire picture on Jill, Frank calls the precinct and asks to have a car sent out to look for her.  While making the call, a wild-eyed, pathetic Jill enters begging for Frank's help.  When Jill throws her pills across the table, Maeve takes her in her arms and tries to convince her that everything is going to be all right.  Jill tells Frank that although she doesn't know what she is doing, she does know that what she is doing is because of them.

Episode 989 April 24, 1979 Tuesday, June 16, 2009

Nancy and Pat awaken in one another's arms and find themselves more in love than ever.  In Mary's room, Thatcher calls for a cab to pick them up for their interview, and Mary decides to go to his room to retrieve the tape recorder that he has left behind.  Jack apologizes to Siobhan for his behavior the night before and decides to call Mary to do the same.  When he calls, he is surprised when Thatcher answers her phone.  Delia and Roger recap the terrible night that Jill had, and Delia tells Roger of Frank's pain in knowing that there is nothing that he can do to help the situation.  Later, Roger is horrified when Delia decides to call her commodities broker and change her investments at such an early hour in the morning but knows that there is absolutely nothing that he can do about it.  When Delia calls, she wakens Mr. Grimly and tells him to take her out of cocoa beans and into tea.  Meanwhile, Pat tells Nancy how much he feels they belong together and that he does not want to think about his future without her being a part of it.  Upset, Nancy reminds Pat of their religions and begs him not bring up their futures again because it upsets her to think about what they both know cannot continue.  Jack expresses his anger to Mary over Thatcher being in her room and after hearing her explanation hangs up the phone madder than he is willing to admit.  When Siobhan questions him about it, Jack tells her that he is not in the mood to explain and that he hopes that no one gets in his way today because he is spoiling for a fight.  Thatcher tells Mary that this trip is causing more problems for her than he anticipated but that he is sure that Jack will be willing to listen to reason at the end of the day.

Episode 990 April 25, 1979 Wedesday, June 17, 2009

Faith tells Tom that Poppy is upstairs sleeping and takes his passport to Frank's office to give to Georgia for his naturalization process.  Feeling that all is lost with Jill, Frank explains his feelings about her to Rae.  He knows that he must stop allowing himself to base his feelings on an expectation that it will somehow include her.  Jill tells Faith of the pain that she is experiencing both mentally and physically and admits that she is missing Frank more now than ever before.  Grimley advises Delia to stay with cocoa beans and warns her that if she sells now then she will have to take a small loss, but she refuses, feeling that tea was a sign from Maeve knowing that he was not the man that could help her.  Kevin begs Johnny to sell his cocoa bean stock, but Johnny tells him that he believes in Delia and that if she is in cocoa beans then that is where his money shall be.  When Poppy arrives in the living room with no bathrobe or socks, Tom tucks her in on the sofa with an afghan and Poppy finds that not only does she like being in the Coleridge home but that she loves being fussed over - especially by Tom.  Later, Poppy clears the coffee table for Tom and puts the picture of Teresa in the box without noticing it.  Faith is shocked when she learns from Jill that Seneca did not seem to mind too much Jill calling out for Frank and Maeve.  Later, Jill tells Faith that she is not sure that she can make it through her drug dependency but that she knows she could if Frank and Maeve were around.   Frank tells Rae of his plans to get an annulment from Delia and his hopes of making a home for Little John and Rae is pleased and triumphant when Frank asks her to marry him.

Episode 991 April 26, 1979 Wednesday, June 17, 2009

In agonizing pain, Jill tells Seneca that going cold turkey is too painful and becomes upset when Seneca refuses to give her a pill to comfort her.  Later, an exhausted Seneca is unable to keep his eyes open a moment longer and falls asleep in the chair as a hurting Jill fights her pain and whimpers Frank's name.  On an emotional high, Rae asks Frank how he would feel about a big wedding if he were able to get his annulment from Delia.  Dave arrives in Washington looking for Nancy and decides to wait in Frank's office with Bob until she gets in.  In the outer office, as Nancy and Pat say goodbye, Nancy gives Pat a kiss that is witnessed by her father who comes into the office to surprise her after hearing her voice.  Rae is ecstatic when Frank gives her the go ahead for a big wedding and becomes solemn when she realizes what not getting an annulment will mean to them.  Frank reassures her and tells her that he is sure enough time has passed to where he can convince Delia to write a letter to the Chancery and get the process flowing as smoothly as possible.  Meanwhile, a troubled Jill realizes that Seneca is asleep and struggling out of bed leaves the room.  After a moment of awkward silence, Nancy reminds Pat that he has a plane to catch and sends him off to the airport.  Later, Nancy explains her relationship with Pat to her father but assures him that they are not going to get married.  After hearing a lecture that going into a loving relationship with someone that you do not plan to marry is wrong, Nancy convinces her father that she should be the one to give her mother the news.  Racked with pain, Jill calls Frank at Rae's house for help but the call is interrupted when Seneca takes the phone from her and tells Frank that he has everything under control and to stay out of it.  Controlling his rage, Frank tells Rae that he is mad that there is nothing that he can do about it because she has made her choice, and he is sure that she is in competent hands.

Episode 992 April 27, 1979 Thursday, June 18, 2009

Siobhan arrives home and is pleased when she finds that not only has Jack not gotten into a fight with anyone around the house but that he has also maintained an air of civility when speaking on the phone with his wife.  Later, when Jack's editor calls and tells him that his column is too stiff and demands that he change it, Jack becomes angry and tells him that his column will sit there and rot before he makes any changes to it.  Mary visits with Frank and tells him of her new assignment and all of the trouble that it is causing at home and knows that she is going to have to straighten things out the minute she gets home because Jack is furious.  Siobhan convinces Jack that he is taking his anger out on his editor and is delighted when Jack considers making some revisions to his column.  After rereading the commodities listings over and over again, Johnny realizes that staring at the paper is not going to improve the numbers any more than he hoped.  Later, Pat arrives for a visit and shocks Johnny when he tells him that he is in love with Nancy and that he feels they should be together.  As the two are talking, Siobhan enters and upsets her father when she asks him to go lightly on Jack and learns that Pat and Nancy are in love.  Roger learns from Seneca of the pain that Jill is experiencing due to her withdrawal symptoms and applauds Seneca's efforts with Jill going cold turkey especially considering there is a possibility for liver damage.  Pat tells Nancy that he and Nancy are in love and warns her that she should not get involved in this situation.  Later, Johnny apologizes to Pat for walking out on him and tells him that he has some business things on his mind.  Later, after having a fight with Johnny, Jack decides that the best thing for him to do is leave the Ryan apartment and return to Weehawken Street.

Episode 993 April 30, 1979[MISSING]

May 1979 Daily Recaps

Episode 994 May 1, 1979 Thursday, June 18, 2009

Polly congratulates Rae on her engagement to Frank and is delighted when Rae asks her to be her matron of honor.  Rae tells Polly of Jill's dependency on the pills and Frank not feeing the need to rescue her and takes this as a sign that this time it is all going to work out.  Unable to bear the pain from withdrawal, Jill demands more medication and a chance to talk to Frank.  When Seneca refuses, Jill throws a major tantrum and a frustrated Seneca is forced to wait until she regains control fearing that this might re-injure her back.  Siobhan makes Jack feel guilty about leaving and tells him that Maeve will have more to worry about if he leaves the Ryan house before he is better and manages to talk him out of returning to Weehawken street.  Siobhan tells Jack about the Nancy and Pat situation.  Johnny arrives Roger's apartment to see Delia, and after learning that she is not there, pleads with Roger to tell him where Delia has her money invested.  Roger tells him of the promise that he made to Delia to keep her commodities a secret and vows to not break that trust.  Before Johnny leaves, Roger implores of him to get out of commodities before it is too late.  Rae tells Polly of Frank's annulment status and what it will mean to their marriage if Delia refuses to grant him the annulment.  After apologizing to Seneca for her outburst, Jill tells Seneca that she feels as though she is not in charge anymore and that it is making her feel cheated.  When she demands that she be allowed to make the decision about her quitting cold turkey, Seneca tells her that medically speaking these are decisions that she is not ready to make.

Episode 995 May 2, 1979 Friday, June 19, 2009

Siobhan finds a withdrawn Jack working on his column and knows that although he is making the changes that his editor requested he is only working to cover his pain.  When Siobhan receives a phone call from her ex-fiancé, Jack is surprised when she dodges his dinner invitations and quietly refuses to see him again.  Siobhan tells Maeve of Jack's current problems with Mary and his anger hoping to receive her sympathy and help.  She is shocked when instead she receives a warning to leave Mary and Jack alone.  Pat calls Nancy to tell her that he loves her and they each learn from one another just what their families feel about their current relationships.  Tom finds Poppy in tears and learns just what being in the Coleridge home and having them care for her well-being means to her.  Tom tells Poppy that he is haunted by the feeling that they know one another so well and that he is glad that he can make her feel wanted.  Siobhan finds Jack asleep in Mary's room, and after covering him with an afghan, she is unable to hide her true feelings and reaches out to caress his shoulder.  In a panic afraid at what she was about to do, she rushes into the living room to call her ex-fiancé and makes his day when she arranges for the two of them to meet for dinner the following night.

Episode 996 May 3, 1979 Friday, June 19, 2009

Mary comes home excited from her trip, and Maeve tells her of Jack's troubles and sends her off to see him right away.  Siobhan shocks Jack when she arrives in the living room dressed elegantly for her dinner date in the hopes that she'll dazzle Art.  When Mary arrives, she and Jack are immediately absorbed in one another, leaving Siobhan shut out.  Mary tells Jack that they need to address the problem at hand concerning her job and that they should do it while there is still time.  A depressed Johnny gives Kevin the news that his original investment of ten thousand dollars is now down to $800.  As Kevin is urging him to get out, Delia arrives and saunters into the kitchen for a minute with Maeve.  Siobhan turns on a jukebox to prepare for her date, and the music prevents Johnny from being able to hear Maeve and Delia's conversation about where the money is invested.  Johnny is overcome with grief when he learns that Delia is not doing as badly as he is but that in fact her unknown commodities are on an upward trend.  At Seneca's request, Roger vows to help him find out who gave the drugs to Jill.  Mary learns that Jack resents her job and the amount of time that she has to spend away from him and Ryan, but he refuses to demand that she quit.  After meeting Art, Maeve is concerned at her apparent change in feelings and wonders just what has gotten into her.

Episode 997 May 4, 1979 Monday, June 22, 2009

A distressed Delia expresses to Roger her despair that although she is making a lot of money she does not feel that her life is fulfilled.  Johnny realizes that he is in great financial distress but refuses to let his family know of the fool that he has been following after Delia in the commodities market.  When Kevin sympathizes with him, Johnny tells him that he can only hope that Delia is in cocoa beans, that she knows what she is talking about with her upward trend, and that he can get his ten thousand dollars back.  Maeve finds Mary worrying about her job and what type of damage, if any, having a career will mean to her family. She convinces Mary that while she herself would not have chosen a career path that Mary needs to find a way to make it all work.  Mary is horrified when she learns that Siobhan has been counseling Maeve on talking to her about how her job is affecting her family.  Pat arrives in his hospital quarters and is surprised when he finds Nancy waiting for him there.  Later, the two discuss what their relationship is doing to their families but feel that they just don't want to have to be a part.  Bored with her commodities, Delia tells Roger of her desire to be an international tycoon and Roger suggests to her that she take half of her money from commodities and find herself a small business to buy.  Maeve becomes worried when she finds Johnny sitting alone in the darkened kitchen and he refuses to tell her what is going on.

Episode 998 May 7, 1979 Tuesday, June 23, 2009

At dinner, Siobhan's impression of a total maniac fails to impress Art who knows her well enough to know that her act is a cover up for fear and that she is afraid of something.  After filling Art in on the troubles at home, Art accuses Siobhan of being as competitive with Mary as she was the day she left home.  Faith finds it harder and harder to resist Tom when she finds him sitting before the fire in pain and begins to massage his shoulders for him.  When the two kiss, Tom sends Faith away before they get carried away with one another not wanting to break the ground rules that he set for himself.  After taking a drunken Siobhan home, Art proposes to Siobhan and tells her that it is time for her to settle down and make a nice loving home with him.  Maeve arrives in the kitchen, Art leaves Siobhan in her care but vows to call her in the morning before he leaves to go to Philadelphia.  Siobhan tells Maeve of his proposal and the fact that she is considering it, Maeve tells her that she is not sure what has caused the sudden burst of maniacal behavior but that she hopes that she considers it seriously before she makes any decisions.

Episode 999 May 8, 1979 Tuesday June 23, 2009

Bob tells Frank that his annulment proceeding have been stopped and that the only thing that will be able to help is a statement from Delia, Frank makes plans to go to New York to see Delia and to give his parents the news that he is marrying Rae.  Dave visits Johnny and the two discuss their feelings over Pat and Nancy's relationship and what a marriage can mean to them respectively.  Jack talks to Siobhan about her proposal from Art and learns that while she loves Art a lot, she is not going to marry him.  Disturbed by the fact that Siobhan might still consider the proposal, Jack counsels her to be patient because her turn for love will come along like everyone else's.  Frank tells Maeve of his decision to seek an annulment from Delia so that he can marry Rae, Maeve tells him that while she would like to find it in her heart to rejoice in his marriage to Rae that she cannot and prays that while he is waiting for his annulment that he will take the time to think this through.  Later, Frank calls Delia and makes an appointment to meet with her the next day.  Johnny learns from Grimley that he is in debt by $5000 and that he must settle his account by the end of the business day.  Not having anyone to borrow money from and making a firm decision to never borrow money from his children, Johnny can only hope that cocoa beans will rally overnight and bring him out of his deficit.

Episode 1000 May 9, 1979 Wednesday June 24, 2009

Frank tells Delia that he would like to make a home for Little John in Washington and asks her to file a written statement that she was emotionally unstable when they were married in hopes of pushing the annulment along faster.  Delia refuses to write the statement and tells him that she feels that Maeve and Johnny are doing a fine job raising Little John and the refuses to do anything to help turn Little John over to Rae Woodard.  Johnny calls Grimley and learns that his $5,000 debt has increased to $7,000 and realizes that they only person that he can turn to for that kind of money is Rae.  Roger visits Jill and is delighted to find that she has made it through the worst part of her withdrawal symptoms.  Jill tells Roger that the time has come for them to re-examine their marriage honestly that the time has come for Seneca to stop making all of the decisions in their marriage and in her life.  When Maeve comments on Johnny's lack of sleep, Johnny convinces Maeve that all is well with him and that there is no need to worry.  Later, Maeve and Johnny attempt to deal with the situation that is posed by Pat and Nancy.  A furious Delia arrives at Jill's apartment looking for Roger to discuss Frank's nerve in asking her for a statement for their annulment and manages to tell Jill of Frank's decision to marry Rae.  Delia leaves, and Jill is upset and experiences terrible back spasms as a result.

Episode 1001 May 10, 1979 Wednesday June 24, 2009

Seneca finds Jill having back spasms and learns that they were brought on when Jill learns of Frank's decision to marry Rae.  He tells her that her feelings for Frank should be in the past and that it is time for Jill to consider their future.  Seneca is stunned when Jill tells him that he manipulated her and took away her decision to have another child and that she has no memory of their agreement.  Johnny learns that he his debt has increased again and tells Mr. Grimley that he is sure that he will have the money to him by the end of the day.  Johnny assures Kevin that he will only ask Rae for a loan and that he is sure that she will do it for him since she loves his son as much as she does.  Poppy unknowingly admires Tom when she finds him exercising in his room.  Later, Poppy learns more about Tom and Faith and is pleased when she learns of their estrangement.  Jill accuses Seneca of trying to hold her to a decision that she made when she was not in the position to make decisions and as the two are debating the situation Jill has another back spasm.  Seneca makes Jill a drink to relax her back muscles and she is thankful that her pain seems to be easing already.  Maeve and Rae get into an argument when Maeve tells her just what she thinks of her upcoming marriage to Frank and the fact that her grandson will spend the rest of his life being raised by nannies and maids.  Later, Johnny realizes that he cannot ask Rae for the money when she emerges from the kitchen in tears and shaken from her conversation with Maeve.

Episode 1002 May 11, 1979 Thursday June 25, 2009

While trying to figure out the perfect Mother's Day gift to give to Maeve this afternoon, Jack suggests a present that would please Maeve more than anything else - an effort by Mary and Siobhan to get along.  Meanwhile, Maeve apologizes to Frank and tells him that while she cannot change the way she feels about Rae and his upcoming marriage to her, she does not want to hurt her feelings in any way shape or form.  Mr. Grimley arrives at Ryan's and tells Johnny that while he sympathizes with him on his current situation his deficit has gone from $7500 to close to thirty thousand dollars and that he must insist on a settlement from Johnny as soon as possible.  As Grimley is leaving, Delia arrives and realizes something is amiss when Kevin accuses her of being the reason that Johnny is in the mess that he is.  Mary finds Siobhan in the parlor and apologizes for not paying more attention to her and knows that is the cause of what is happening between the two of them - an effort with her which is well received by Siobhan.  Later, the family gathers for a Mother's Day celebration.  When Pat arrives he assures Maeve that although she is worried about his situation with Nancy, that things are going to work out okay.  When Maeve receives her gifts, she is reduced to tears and heads upstairs to have a moment alone and change into the gift that Pat gave to her.  Later, Siobhan thanks Jack for initiating Mary's apology to her and making an effort to mend their relationship.  At the day's end, Johnny seeks Maeve out in the parlor to tell her how much he loves her and to wish her a happy mother's day.

Episode 1003 May 14, 1979 Thursday June 25, 2009

Frank leaves Ryan's to collect Rae and asks Mary not to sing until he returns.  A forsaken Rae explains to Polly her argument with Maeve and complains about how unfair it is that after getting past hang-ups with Jill that she should have to deal with the same thing with his family.  Rae is shocked when not only does Frank arrive with an invitation to the Ryan's Mother's Day celebration but also with an apology from Maeve as well.  Pat and Maeve have another moment over his situation with Nancy.  Maeve reminds him that if he and Nancy were to have children there would be no winning situation as far as religion is concerned.  Mary gives Siobhan a little sisterly advice about her proposal from Art and reminds her that she has time before she makes a decision that will be with her for the rest of her life.  Later, Siobhan finds Jack to thank him for his help in her situation with Mary and is shaken by the feelings for him that are brewing just below the surface.  Maeve apologizes to Rae for losing her temper with her but stresses to her that her feelings may not have changed that she will try to control her outburst in the future.  Her children court Maeve as they sing their Mother's Day wishes to her.

Episode 1004 May 15, 1979 Friday June 26, 2009

Roger finds Delia in a state of outrage over Kevin's accusation that Johnny is in $30,000 of debt because of her.  Roger leads Delia to acknowledge her true feelings in wanting to help Johnny and reminds her of his advice to invest in a small business.  After watching Mary's Washington interview, Jack congratulates her and Mary thanks him for allowing her the time to complete her homework.  Mary is even more excited when she receives a call from the Mayor's office praising her on her accomplishments.  Jack admits to Maeve his apprehension over what Mary's new position will do to their family, but agrees that he has to step aside and allow her to shine.  Delia arrives and offends Johnny when she mentions her desire to buy a small business since he thinks that she might snatch the bar from him.  When Johnny goes into the kitchen, Delia tells Kevin of her true desire, but she leaves when Kevin continues to be cruel to her.  Later, when Johnny tells Kevin that he cannot borrow money from Delia, Kevin asks him what other choice does he have.

Episode 1005 May 16, 1979 Friday June 26, 2009

Rae is shaken when Frank tells her that without the annulment they will not be able to marry.  Rae calls Delia and makes an appointment to see her at the earliest convenience.  Poppy longs for a lifestyle like Faith's as she models Faith's clothes and puts on her expensive perfume.  When Tom finds her, Poppy wins his sympathy when she tells him of her own poverty growing up and what it meant to her to wear something so beautiful.  Rae arrives at Delia's apartment and after seeing that trying to sell Delia on the points of Little John having a good home are not going to work, she tries to bribe her into giving Frank the statement that he wants with an offer of $50,000.  Rae leaves a bit shaken when Delia reprimands her on her offer and tells her that while she might be willing to buy another woman's child Delia is not willing to sell hers.  Tom is pleased when Faith agrees to let Poppy stay with them until their loan is paid off.  Johnny is shaken when he learns from Grimley that he owes $33,000 and that it must be paid within the next 24 hours.  Delia lays out a proposition to Johnny which would result in her giving him the money for his debts and in her being the de facto owner of Ryan's.

Episode 1006 May 17, 1979 Monday June 29, 2009

Johnny arrives to see Delia and after reiterating the terms of their agreement, he agrees to the business arrangement.  After realizing that giving Johnny $83,000 will use up almost all of their money, Delia makes an appointment to see Rae.  Determined to make a new life for herself, Jill visits Maeve to return the button that belonged to Grandfather Ryan.  When Maeve asks about Seneca, Jill tells her that he is back to his old controlling self, but she hopes that it will ease up once she gets back on her feet.  Nancy tells her mother about Pat and becomes a bit apprehensive when Beryl requests his presence at dinner that following night.  Delia arrives for her visit with Rae and shocks her when she requests $83,000 in exchange for a letter to the Chancery.  Meanwhile, Johnny tries to reassure Kevin, as well as himself, that Delia owning the bar will be all right.

Episode 1007 May 18, 1979 Tuesday June 30, 2009

Nancy is pleased when Pat accepts a dinner invitation.  As a nervous Beryl prepares for the evening ahead, Dave tries to reassure her that there is nothing at all to worry about - although he is just as nervous as she is.  Delia hands Johnny a check for $83,000 and becomes the de facto owner of Ryan's.  Johnny knows that he will be in need of a lot of patience when Delia makes the comment that she just might be able to help him improve business.  Poppy helps Tom draft a letter asking for Frank's help in his naturalization situation and comes close to finding the picture of Teresa. He is stopped when Tom becomes flustered and fears that he will be in this mess forever.  Later, Tom notices that his sight is beginning to return.  Pat arrives for dinner with Nancy's family and Beryl lays out the reasons that they could not be married. Beryl says that since neither Pat nor Nancy is willing to compromise their religious beliefs, there isn't much of a future for them.

Episode 1008 May 21, 1979 Tuesday June 30, 2009

Delia gives Father McShane her annulment statement. When he congratulates her in her new founded maturity, Delia gives all of the credit to Roger and Dr. Pagano.  Later, Delia tells Roger that she has been a shamefully wicked person and that she cannot wait to tell him all about it.  Rae gives Mr. Snow an endorsement on Frank's letterhead that is sure to compromise him in the long run.  Delia fills Roger in on the fact that she has just given Frank his annulment statement and that it only cost Rae the total of $83,000.  Roger is in awe of his wife and begins a celebration that is interrupted by Poppy's arrival. She begs Roger to come upstairs and check on Tom as soon as possible.  When Roger confirms for Tom that his eyesight is beginning to return, Poppy fears that her time with him is coming to an end.  Frank and Bob discuss the Pat and Nancy situation and both agree that Pat should ease himself out of the relationship.  Rae gets Frank to sign his letter of endorsement believing it to be a letter to a charitable organization.  Afterwards, Frank is baffled when Father McShane calls to tell him that Delia signed the annulment papers and wonders just what convinced Delia to change her mind.

Episode 1009 May 22, 1979 Wednesday July 1, 2009

Enthusiastic over the fact that his vision is returning, Tom asks Poppy to sit by the fire so that he can make out as much of her as he can.  Faith returns and is ecstatic when she learns that his sight is returning.  Maeve is confused as to what could have possibly made Delia change her mind after all this time and refuses to comment on what this could mean to Frank and Little John once he marries Rae.  After having dinner with her parents, Pat tells Nancy that he understands both their parents' feelings on their marrying and is quieted when Nancy begs him to not bring up the "M" word.  Roger confirms his diagnosis of Tom for Faith and assures her that it is just a matter of time before Tom's full vision returns. Faith tells Roger that she is falling in love with her husband and that his recovery means a lot to her.  Later, Faith begins to share her feelings with Tom, but she's interrupted when Poppy arrives with a bottle of champagne to celebrate his eyesight returning.  When Tom begins to open the bottle, Faith feels a little left out as she watches Poppy waiting patiently for Tom to pour.

Episode 1010 May 23, 1979 Wednesday July 1, 2009

As Nancy asks Bob for a moment to discuss something that is really important to her, Dave calls and asks that Bob and Frank do everything they can to keep Nancy in Washington, DC and away from Pat.  When Bob ends his call, he has to hide his shock when Nancy asks him for a transfer to the New York office.  Jill tells Faith of her efforts to begin working half days from home. Faith tells Jill of her plan to make Tom see that she is not staying with him out of pity but because she loves him.  Meanwhile, Poppy finds Tom and tells him that she has planned a dinner party for three as a celebration for him later this evening.  Nancy insists on a transfer and threatens to go straight to Frank in New York if Bob denies her.  When Nancy leaves, Bob calls Georgia and tells her that there is trouble brewing and asks that Frank call her back as soon as possible.  Faith is taken aback when she finds Poppy and Tom putting the finishing touches on dinner and after reassuring Poppy that she will not have to leave when her vision returns, Faith tells Tom that there are a few things that she would like to discuss with him.  Roger takes an unsuspecting Duke in to see Seneca and names him as one of Jill's drug suppliers.  Later, Roger has Duke arrested for drug trafficking.

Episode 1011 May 24, 1979 Thursday July 2, 2009

Delia arrives at Ryan's and asks that Johnny hire her in the role of hostess.  When she leaves, Johnny has a fantasy/nightmare of Delia arriving for work in a green playboy bunny outfit and fears that giving her a job will be the worst thing that has ever happened to him.  Jill arrives at Ryan's and asks to see Little John in hopes of feeding the maternal instinct that has been resurfacing lately.  Jack learns from the DA's office that four members of C&P Realty have been indicted on charges that could send them to jail for a very long time. He and Mary agree that they will return to Weehawken Street as soon as she returns from Washington.  Later, Jack is less than pleased when Mary tells him that the response to her Washington series has been so overwhelming that Thatcher is thinking of making it a regular part of her schedule.  Jack invites Siobhan to a baseball game, but she declines.  Frank arrives at Ryan's and melts when he sees Jill playing with Little John.  Later, Jill begins to have twinges in her back when Frank tells her of his plans to have a big wedding in a chapel with Rae as soon as possible.

Episode 1012 May 25, 1979 Thursday July 2, 2009

Jill arrives home and is startled when Seneca informs her that Duke was arrested earlier that day for drug trafficking.  Seneca questions Jill on her whereabouts and as she enjoys the first of many drinks, she tells Seneca that she went to see a little boy.  Faith proposes to Tom that they make every effort to make their marriage a real one. He tells her that although he loves her, he cannot fully trust the situation yet.  As the two embrace, Tom's vision returns and he is able to see her for the first time in weeks.  Art presses Siobhan for an answer to his proposal.  Siobhan turns him down and asks him to leave.  Half drunk from the alcohol that Seneca continues to ply her with, Jill admits to Seneca of her conversation with Faith about children and how it sparked a deep need in her to see Little John.  Later, Seneca tells Jill that he is tired of sleeping alone and is rewarded when a plastered Jill tells him that he is getting his way about everything that evening so why stop now.  Overjoyed that his vision is returning, Tom seeks Faith's approval on their marriage and is rewarded when Faith begins to lead him to her bedroom.  As they leave the parlor, Poppy enters and a startled Tom stops in his tracks and whispers, "Teresa?"

Episode 1013 May 28, 1979 Friday July 3, 2009

Tom continues to stare at Poppy while calling out Teresa's name.  When Faith asks him what is going on he tells her that Poppy is the exact image of Teresa.  Jack feels for Siobhan when he overhears her breaking things off with Art who feels that she just may be rejecting his proposal because of fear.  Tom continues to interrogate Poppy on her background and asks if she was sent to him by the Donohue's. Faith is shaken when Tom shows her the picture of Teresa and she sees for herself the uncanny resemblance that Poppy has to her.  Poppy tells Tom that if she wanted to kill him, she had ample opportunity.  Siobhan tells Jack that Art was a really good friend and that she hopes that she has not lost him for good.  Later, as Siobhan basks in glow of attention that Jack is paying to her, Mary calls and convinces Jack to come to Washington and visit her tomorrow evening.  Faith tells Poppy that she knows that she would never hurt Tom and later tests her by giving her the key points in Tom's relationship with Teresa and the Donohue's and is pleased when Poppy seems to pass.  Faith tells Tom that she is sure that Poppy is not out to hurt him and agrees that they should hire a private detective as soon as possible.

Episode 1014 May 29, 1979 Friday July 3, 2009

Jill awakens next to Seneca and after realizing that they made love, she panics because she is not on the pill. Jill and Seneca fight when he tries to convince her that she knows that she really wants to have a baby, but that she is afraid to admit it.  Tom makes amends with Poppy and tells her that he and Faith are going to hire a private detective in hopes of finding out exactly who she is and where she comes from.  Nancy goes to see Frank in New York in hopes of getting him to transfer her to this office so that she can be closer to Pat.  Jill accuses Seneca of trying to control her and force her into a pregnancy she did not want by not using birth control when the two made love.  Seneca claims that Jill misinterpreted his concern and loving behavior as control.  Roger examines Tom and tells him that his vision should be restored to normal within a matter of days.  Later, after comparing the picture of Teresa to Poppy, Roger advises Tom to proceed with caution until they can get to the bottom of the situation.

Episode 1015 May 30, 1979 Monday July 6, 2009

Dave visits with Frank and Maeve at Ryan's to asks Frank to keep Nancy in Washington with him as long as possible, but learns that Frank has agreed to move Nancy back to New York or risk losing her.  Delia enters the kitchen while they are talking and becomes a bit miffed when Maeve escorts her into the bar because they are discussing family business.  When Johnny refuses to tell Delia what they were discussing in the kitchen, she tells him that she feels that she is not being treated fairly. Realizing that Frank's hands are tied, Dave leaves and the three agree that Pat and Nancy should never have gotten involved with one another.  Faith visits Jill and tells her that she is in love with Tom.  Jill tells her that Tom's naturalization could mean his leaving Faith altogether and vows to do whatever she can to slow down his immigration process.  Jill pays a visit to Frank at his New York office to solicit his help and finds Rae there instead.  When Frank enters, Rae is put out when he makes time for Jill and is threatened when he asks her to leave the room to handle a phone call for him. Delia arrives home and has a temper tantrum over her treatment at Ryan's and when she is unable to solicit Roger's sympathy she vows that she will find a way to make herself recognized as part of the Ryan family whether they like it or not.

Episode 1016 May 31, 1979 Monday July 6, 2009

Delia demands that she be made to feel more a part of things at the bar and she is angered when Kevin promises her that will never happen.  Poppy finds Tom reading an old journal of his times with Teresa and seeing the affect that Teresa had on him she vows to herself to learn more about Teresa so that she can be more like her for Tom's sake.  Bob arranges for Mary to have an exclusive interview with a Supreme Court Justice at the time that she is to meet Jack at the hotel.  Meanwhile, Jack arrives at the hotel room and assuming Mary to be back soon settles down to wait for her.  Kevin gives Delia a piece of his mind and adds insult to injury when he calls her a dumb twit.  When Johnny arrives he finds Delia in a temper and is shocked when she demands that Kevin be fired immediately.  Enraged that Mary has kept him waiting for hours, Jack is further angered when Bob calls and tells him of the mix up and promises that Mary should arrive soon.  To make amends, Bob offers Jack a draft of Frank's upcoming speech, allowing him a chance to scoop the other reporters.  Poppy searches out Tom's journal and after reading a few lines sets out to make her physical appearance as much like Teresa's as possible.

June 1979 Daily Recaps

Episode 1017 June 1, 1979 Tuesday July 7, 2009

Dave visits with Frank and Maeve at Ryan's to asks Frank to keep Nancy in Washington with him as long as possible, but learns that Frank has agreed to move Nancy back to New York or risk losing her.  Delia enters the kitchen while they are talking and becomes a bit miffed when Maeve escorts her into the bar because they are discussing family business.  When Johnny refuses to tell Delia what they were discussing in the kitchen, she tells him that she feels that she is not being treated fairly. Realizing that Frank's hands are tied, Dave leaves and the three agree that Pat and Nancy should never have gotten involved with one another.  Faith visits Jill and tells her that she is in love with Tom.  Jill tells her that Tom's naturalization could mean his leaving Faith altogether and vows to do whatever she can to slow down his immigration process.  Jill pays a visit to Frank at his New York office to solicit his help and finds Rae there instead.  When Frank enters, Rae is put out when he makes time for Jill and is threatened when he asks her to leave the room to handle a phone call for him. Delia arrives home and has a temper tantrum over her treatment at Ryan's and when she is unable to solicit Roger's sympathy she vows that she will find a way to make herself recognized as part of the Ryan family whether they like it or not.

Episode 1018 June 4, 1979 Tuesday July 7, 2009

Jack arrives home around midnight and tells Siobhan how things just did not work out with Mary in Washington.  When Jack finally notices that Siobhan is wearing a nightgown, there's a strong sexual pull between.  Delia tells Roger that Kevin called her a dumb twit and that she is waiting for Johnny to fire him.  Meanwhile, Kevin encourages Johnny to stand up for his rights with Delia because if he doesn't she will have him at her beck and call as long as she owns Ryan's.  Angry and frustrated that her father tried to stop her transfer to New York, Nancy tells Dave that when she returns to New York she will not be living with her parents.  Siobhan forces Jack to admit that he felt left out when Mary chose work over him.  Kevin refuses Johnny's order to apologize to Delia. When Johnny fails to call her, Delia tells Roger that she is determined to get her way about Kevin, even if it means telling Maeve.

Episode 1019 June 5, 1979 Wednesday July 8, 2009

Delia goes to visit Johnny and is further offended when he defends Kevin's actions.  Upset, Delia threatens to tell Maeve the truth about the bar.  Meanwhile, Rae arrives spontaneously and tries to draw Maeve into her wedding plans by modeling wedding jackets and asking for her approval.  Jill arrives and is surprised when she finds Rae with Maeve.  Roger counsels Faith in her ordeal with Poppy and tells her that until Poppy leaves she has to try the best she can to get Tom's attention off of Poppy and onto her.  Poppy continues her plan to be more like Teresa.  Johnny takes a stand and tells Delia that he will not fire his best friend and that she is welcome to throw them out on the streets if she would like.  Rae deliberately upsets Jill when she asks her to help pick out the wedding jacket that Frank would prefer. Maeve tells Rae that she was unnecessarily to Jill.  When Jill arrives home, Seneca purposely fixes her an extra strong drink when she becomes troubled at the fact that Duke will go to jail because of her.  As Faith and Tom share a few close moments in the parlor, Poppy enters wearing a blouse similar to one that Teresa wore and she manages to spoil another moment between Tom and Faith.  Later, an angry Faith demands that Tom tell Poppy to leave the house as soon as possible.

Episode 1020 June 6, 1979 Wednesday July 8, 2009

Pat arrives at Frank's office looking for Nancy and is advised by Frank to break things off with Nancy.  Meanwhile, hoping to surprise him, Nancy waits for Pat in his hospital quarters.  Faith confronts Tom on his growing fascination with Poppy and demands that he take note to the fact that Poppy is trying to make herself like Teresa in order to win his affections.  Faith catches Poppy reading Tom's journal and she calls Tom so that he can see for himself what Poppy is doing.  Rae intercepts a call to Frank regarding his alleged involvement with Mr. Snow.  Frank arrives and the two share a moment of happiness when he tells Rae that his annulment has finally been granted.  Pat and Nancy decide that the best thing for them is to live together in secret on Bucky's houseboat. Poppy defends her right to be like Teresa and is delighted when Tom stays on her side.  When Faith tells her that she has to move out, Poppy is further delighted when Tom offers her his old apartment - to Faith's dismay.

Episode 1021 June 7, 1979 Thursday July 9, 2009

Poppy apologizes to Faith for offending her and receives best wishes from Faith.  Before leaving, Poppy places Tom's journal in her purse.  Maeve tells Kevin of Johnny's lack of sleep the night before and fears that he is in some trouble that he is not telling her about.  Mary and Thatcher arrive from Washington full of triumph over their latest story - further increasing Jack's sense of loneliness.  Mary tries to apologize to Jack, but when she again puts off their moving back home because of her work schedule, she manages to anger him even more.  Kevin arrives at Delia's and humiliates himself by giving her an elaborate apology.  Delia is deeply satisfied and ready to become a power around Ryan's.  Faith describes Poppy's latest attempt to be like Teresa to Roger and tells him that with Poppy gone she is sure that she and Tom can become as close as they were before.  Meanwhile, Poppy purposely stirs Tom's feelings for Teresa, hoping that he will turn to her for comfort.

Episode 1022 June 8, 1979 Thursday July 9, 2009

As Jill waits for Seneca at Lem's, Rae arrives and cannot resist the urge to pour salt in Jill's wounds by telling her about Frank's annulment and their plans for a big church wedding.  Jack tells Siobhan about his argument with Mary.  Jack is stunned when his editor accuses him of nepotism after reading his column on Frank. Jack is so angry that he quits his job.  While trying to come up with a way to keep their living arrangements a secret, Nancy realizes that with a mother like hers, secrecy is just not going to work. Jill tells Seneca of her plans to meet with Marshall and immerse herself in her work again. She becomes angry when Seneca tells her that she is making the worst possible mistake.  Siobhan convinces Jack to call his editor and apologize.  When he does he is told that he is fired. He leaves the house furious after receiving a message from Mary that she will see him when she gets back.

Episode 1023 June 11, 1979 Friday July 10, 2009

Poppy memorizes several lines from a poem in Tom's journal and then calls him. Faith tells Jill that they got Poppy out just in time and anticipates that this will be the night that she finally gets her husband back.  Jill tells Faith about her appointment with Marshall and her hopes of getting back to work. Meanwhile, Seneca meets with Marshall and offers him one million dollars to build a children's neurology wing, in which Jill would be the administrator. Delia gives Johnny the news that Kevin has apologized and that she is ready for a more earnest effort to be a part of things at Ryan's.  When Johnny tells Delia of Pat and Nancy's affair and how it is upsetting Maeve, Delia vows that she will have to do something about it.  Poppy arrives at Tom's office and manages to confuse him more about Teresa.  When Tom tells Poppy that she should not come around so often, he is distressed when she leaves with her feelings hurt.  Jill becomes furious when she visits with Marshall and learns of Seneca's involvement in her professional life.  When Marshall gives her the details of the "Edmund Strong Coleridge" pediatrics wing, Jill tells Marshall that the new wing is a very good idea, but that it would be done for the wrong reason.

Episode 1024 June 12, 1979 Friday July 10, 2009

Poppy apologizes to Tom for running out of his office and is pleased when he tells her that he might be able to come by for a few moments after work.  Delia has her first experience of mutual closeness with Maeve over the Pat and Nancy situation and decides that she will save Maeve from a broken heart.  Jack drinks with Lou at the Genarro Social Club and is disturbed when he finds that he cannot keep his mind off of Siobhan.  When Lou asks Jack what he is going to do about his job, Jack decides that he must pay a visit to Mary.  Delia tells Roger that she must break up Pat and Nancy.  Tom arrives at the apartment and finds Poppy in bed and becomes torn when she asks him to break his dinner date with Faith.  Mary is embarrassed when a drunken Jack arrives at her office.  When Mary fails to give Jack the comfort that he needs, he leaves to find it elsewhere.  Roger tries to get Delia to see reason as far as her interference in Pat and Nancy's relationship is concerned. Delia tells him that the couple is breaking Maeve's heart and that once she has done this, Maeve will appreciate her even more.

Episode 1025 June 13, 1979 Monday July 13, 2009

Faith and Tom prepare for their dinner date with Jill and Seneca. Jill refuses to even consider the position at the new hospital wing since Seneca is using it as a means of controlling her.  Faith and Tom arrive and Faith is immediately sickened when Tom begins to tell them about Poppy.  Mary seeks advice from Maeve on how to handle Jack and decides that the best thing to do is to give him some space.  Horrified, Siobhan tries to give Mary some insight into her husband, but her tips are not received well by Mary or Maeve.  Later, Siobhan secretly runs off to find Jack when it becomes clear to her that Mary is not going to do so.  Home from dinner, Faith encourages Tom to rest his head in her lap as she caresses him and helps him to relax.  After telling him how she really feels about him, Faith encourages Tom to take her to bed only to find out that he has fallen into a deep sleep.  Mary waits for Jack to return worried that he is going to get himself into more trouble.  Siobhan arrives at Weehawken Street and is shaken when Jack comes close to kissing her and she does not try to stop him.

Episode 1026 June 14, 1979 Monday July 13, 2009

Delia visits Bob at Frank's office and lies to him in hopes of finding out exactly where Nancy is living.  When Nancy arrives, Bob encourages her to find out the address from Nancy herself.  Poppy searches out Tom in the park as he works out and pleads with him to spend more time with her.  Tom tries to tell her no on the basis of being too confused when she is around, but Poppy wins out - leaving Tom further tormented.  After his near kiss with Siobhan, Jack struggles to deal with the realities of his and Mary's lives.  When Nancy won't tell Delia where she lives, Bob realizes that she is up to something.  Bob confronts Delia about her plans and tries to convince her to leave Pat and Nancy alone.  Faith gives Tom the detective's report on Poppy and they learn that Poppy is a distant relative of the Donohue's in Limerick.  Later, Faith is distressed when Tom insists on taking the report to Poppy in person.

Episode 1027 June 15, 1979 Tuesday July 14, 2009

Poppy is pleased when Tom comes for a visit with the detective's report in hand. He tells her that he knows who her parents are.  Later, Tom delays going home and sticks around in order to spend some more time with Poppy.  Delia tells Roger about her hunch that Nancy and Pat are living together and vows to find a way to break them up for Maeve's benefit.  Meanwhile, as Pat and Nancy sit in the car in front of Ryan's, Pat tries to reassure Nancy that while things don't seem to look good for them now, everything will be better in the future.  An emotionally distraught Jill tells Maeve of Seneca's last controlling measure and is surprised when Maeve tries to persuade her to accept the administrative role in the memorial wing.  Maeve tells Jill that this new wing could very well be a good thing and that she knows that Frank would want to take part in it if he could.  Pat arrives in the bar and manages to evade all of Delia's questions about his living arrangements.  Delia convinces Roger to follow Pat and Nancy so she can find out where they are going.  After telling Poppy another story about Teresa, his intense memories lead to a big kiss.

Episode 1028 June 18, 1979 Tuesday July 14, 2009

In the heat of the moment, Tom realizes that he must leave, but finds it hard to resist Poppy's pleas for him to make love to her.  Her advances are thwarted when Faith arrives and calls out for Tom.  As Pat and Nancy begin to unpack and feel safe and comfortable around one another, Delia arrives at the houseboat. She is upset when Roger refuses to help her snoop to see if Pat and Nancy are truly living together.  Frank arrives for his dinner date with Rae and throws her for a loop when he asks her if she is opposed to having his children.  Rae lies and tells Frank that if it means that much to him then she will have his children.  When Tom lets Faith into the apartment, it is very clear that she has interrupted something and she asks Tom to take her home.  Tom admits to Faith that he kissed Poppy and tells her that while he does indeed want their marriage to work, he is confused about Poppy and feels that he has to get the situation worked out.  Pat hopes that he and Nancy can preserve what they have. even if it does not lead them on the road to marriage.  Meanwhile, Delia spies on the couple and learns that Pat and Nancy are indeed living together.

Episode 1029 June 19, 1979 Wednesday July 15, 2009

Delia gloats to Bob about her plan's to break Pat and Nancy up for Maeve's sake.  Bob tells Delia that Maeve had better not learn of Pat's living arrangements from her.  Jill meets with Seneca and tells him that she will take the job, but makes it clear that she will not tolerate being manipulated by Seneca.  Jack tells Siobhan that while he does not want to pretend that their embrace never happened, he is sure that all will fall into place for them again.  Siobhan desperately wants to believe him-especially after learning that he did not tell Mary what almost happened. Faith tells Poppy how badly she feels for her, but demands that Poppy stop spending so much time with Tom.  Poppy tells Faith about her plans to make a life with Tom and asks Faith to release him so that he can be with her. Delia tells Bob that Maeve has to be told of Pat and Nancy's living arrangement and assures him that she has the perfect person to do it.  Marshall is delighted when Jill arrives and tells him that she is set to take the job as administrator of the new hospital wing.  When Marshall tells her of his desire to also have Frank involved in the project, Jill is afforded the perfect opportunity to assert her independence.  Seneca is forced to prove that he will let her make her own decisions and not interfere.

Episode 1030 June 20, 1979 Wednesday July 15, 2009

Jack finishes packing the last of his and Ryan's things and gets them ready to move back to Weehawken Street.  As Siobhan helps, she confesses to Jack that he has helped her a great deal.  As they talk, Mary comes home to pick up a file and Siobhan offers Mary a bit of advice. Mary tells Siobhan to mind her own business.  Jack and Ryan arrive home, but as soon as he enters the apartment, he can't help but think of Siobhan.  Jill tells Maeve that she decided to take the job.  Jill tells Maeve about Marshall's desire to have Frank help with the new wing.  Marshall extends an offer to Frank and is hopeful when Frank promises to think it over carefully and get back to him.  Later, Frank visits with Jill and after receiving reassurance from her that he is doing the right thing, he decides to accept Marshall's offer.  When Maeve asks Siobhan to take Jack some things that he has left behind, Siobhan does it so that she won't look suspicious.  Jack is shaken when he remembers his embrace with Siobhan.

Episode 1031 June 21, 1979 Thursday July 16, 2009

Faith and Poppy come to a standoff, as both lay claim to Tom.  Meanwhile, Tom gets word from Frank's office that he is now a legal US resident, making his original rationale for marriage non-existent.  Delia visits Father McShane and tries to trap him into acting as the bearer of bad tidings to Maeve, but she is unsuccessful. Faith arrives home covering her distress from her visit with Poppy and is further distressed when she receives word from Tom that his papers have come through.  Alone in Frank's office, Rae opens a piece of mail addressed to Frank and has a fit when she realizes it is a detailed letter from Snow's office to push Frank for the Vice Presidency.  As she calls the office, Roger enters and manages to read the letter learning of Rae's plan.  Rae tells Roger that Frank does not know anything about what is going on and she makes a desperate plea to Roger for secrecy.  As Faith struggles to separate Poppy from Teresa in Tom's mind, Poppy plans to become even more like Teresa.

Episode 1032 June 22, 1979 Thursday July 16, 2009

Poppy arrives at Tom's office looking as much like Teresa as she can and convinces Tom to go on a picnic with her in the park.  When the picnic is over, she uses all of her lure to persuade Tom to come back to the apartment with her.  Mary arrives home for an afternoon with Jack.  As the two become successful at reaching out to one another, Thatcher calls Mary back in to work and spoils the moment.  Thinking Mary is home, Siobhan arrives to give Jack the shirts he left behind and finds Jack lonely and hating every inch of his wife's job.  When Jack pleads with her to stay, sexual feelings build and Siobhan is unable to resist.  Faith and Tom argue about how much he should help Poppy and the situation reaches a point to where Faith asks him to make a choice between the two women in his life.  Tom decides to visit Poppy against Faith's wishes, leaving her to believe that he has in fact chosen to be with Poppy.

Episode 1033 June 25, 1979 Friday July 17, 2009

Faith fears that Tom has left her for good.  Delia comes close to giving Johnny a heart attack when she begins to tell Maeve why she has been hanging around Ryan's so much. He is relieved when she tells Maeve that Johnny is giving her pointers on small business for future investment possibilities.  Poppy pours out her love to Tom and pleads with him to call her Terry.  Siobhan is shaken when she has a sexual fantasy about Jack.  Maeve reassures Faith that everything between her and Tom will be okay.  Delia tells Johnny about Nancy and Pat's living arrangements and demands that he be the one to tell Maeve before she finds out in a way that will break her heart.  Faith arrives home hoping to find Tom waiting for her and weeps when he is not.

Episode 1034 June 26, 1979 Friday July 17, 2009

A tormented Tom struggles against the magic of Poppy/Teresa, but he stands firm and asks her for Teresa's letters.  When Poppy pleads with him to make love to her, Tom is unable to hold on to his resolve and begins to give in.  Rae pleads with Roger to keep the secret of her plans for Frank.  Jill and Frank have a business meeting to discuss Edmund's memorial hospital wing and they are grateful that they can be comfortable with one another.  Bob delivers Tom's naturalization papers and urges Faith to go after Tom and bring him home.  Roger reassures Rae that Jill is not after her husband and convinces her that Seneca would not allow another man into Jill's life.  Rae flips out when they see Frank with Jill and the two making arrangements to meet again the following week.  Tom tells Poppy that while he is confused about his love for her since he also loves Faith and should be with her.  Meanwhile, a hurting and shaken Faith realizes that as much as she wants Tom home with her, she cannot go after him again.

Episode 1035 June 27, 1979 Monday July 20, 2009

When Tom returns home looking for Teresa's journal, Faith is unsure as to whether he is there for a brief visit or to stay for good.  Pat arrives at Ryan's and gets into a disagreement with Delia over his and Nancy's living arrangements.  Delia embarrasses Pat when she unknowingly brings the matter to Maeve's attention.  Rae makes an unwelcome visit to Jill and demands an explanation as to why she is meeting with Frank.  Rae is shaken when Jill holds her own and manages to put Rae in her place.  Tom surprises Faith with news that he is in love with her and not Poppy.  He asks if he has ruined what was between them and Faith tells him no and leads him to her bedroom.  Under pressure, Pat tells Maeve that he and Nancy are living together.  Delia consoles and makes further plans, hoping to bring the Feldman's into the picture as well.

Episode 1036 June 28, 1979 Monday July 20, 2009

Roger arrives at Ryan's and finds Delia peeling potatoes for Maeve.  An exhausted Mary arrives home and explodes when she learns that Siobhan came over for dinner and ate the portion that was originally intended for her.  When Jack refuses to console her about the issue, Mary decides to spend the rest of the evening at work and storms out before he can stop her.  Delia tells Roger of her plans to call the Feldman's and refuses to listen when he tells her that nothing good will come out of it.  Jill makes peace with Seneca in an effort to make him at ease with Frank being on the board of the memorial wing.   Seneca's controlling behavior emerges when he demands that Frank be taken off of the board.  When Mary arrives back at work, Thatcher is warm and responsive to her for the first time.  Siobhan sits at home alone remembering her evening with Jack while he does the same.   Delia places an anonymous call to the Feldman's pretending to be a credit agency and manages to clue them to the fact that Nancy is living with Pat.

Episode 1037 June 29, 1979 Tuesday July 21, 2009

Dave arrives at Ryan's full of steam is even more distressed after Delia confirms that Pat and Nancy are living together.  Meanwhile, Pat and Nancy rejoice in their togetherness on the houseboat.  As they dance in one another's arms, Delia gets Dave into high gear and he leaves for the houseboat.  Seneca barges in on Frank and Rae and gives Frank an ultimatum to pull out of the project or he is going to withdraw all of his funding.  Frank tells Seneca that he refuses to be a part of Seneca's method of controlling Jill.  When Frank leaves, Rae tells Seneca that he was stupid for coming up with a memorial that is sure to get Jill and Frank back together. Rae comes up with a plan to give a hefty donation to the project-which will ensure her a seat on the board and give her a way to keep an eye on Jill and Frank.  Dave arrives at the houseboat and sees Nancy and Pat dancing together.

July 1979 Daily Recaps

Episode 1038 July 2, 1979 Tuesday July 21, 2009

Dave confronts Pat and Nancy about their living arrangements and the fact that Nancy has been lying to her parents.  Nancy and Pat are alarmed when Dave begins to have physical symptoms of distress.  Mary arrives home later than usual and tells Jack that she isn't sure that the demands of her job are worth it. She is flustered when Jack appears to have no opinion about what she should do.  Seneca tells Jill his plans on how they are going to handle Frank's involvement in Edmund's memorial.  Pat realizes that Dave is having a stroke.  While he begins treatment he tells Nancy to call the hospital for an ambulance.  Nancy calls her mother and tells her that she needs to meet them at the hospital right away.  Jill bitterly resents what Seneca has done and tells him that he has just confirmed all of her worst fears about marrying him.  As Dave is being treated in the emergency room, Nancy finds herself facing a barrage of emotional questions from her mother.  Nancy is further distressed when Beryl tells her that instead of thinking of what has happened, she had better focus her energy on whether or not her father is going to live.

Episode 1039 July 3, 1979 Wednesday July 22, 2009

Dave continues to receive emergency treatment.  Beryl reacts badly to the explanations that she receives from Pat and Nancy on the events that led up to Dave's stroke. Rae is distressed when she learns that Samuel Snow followed Frank around the party, wanting to be seen with him as much as possible.  Her anxieties increase when after telling Frank of the arrangement that she made with Seneca to join the board, she realizes that he has renewed his contact with Jill on a deep emotional level.  Beryl comforts an incoherent Dave, as Nancy looks on, unable to do the same.  When Pat gives his parents the news of Dave's condition, he expresses intense feelings of regret at their disappointment.  Less than pleased with Rae and Seneca's arrangements, Frank realizes that he cannot convince Rae to give up being on the board without sending distress signals about their marriage.  As Pat and Nancy comfort one another, the two deny any change in their feelings, but realize that they must acknowledge the change in circumstances.  Nancy goes home with her mother in an effort to make her mother happy, but promises Pat that this arrangement is not forever.

Episode 1040 July 4, 1979 Wednesday July 22, 2009

Jack and Mary are at odds with one another, but trying to make the best of a new day.  When Mary tells him of her story at the Grand Jury Room and of her task to interview a man that refuses to talk to the press, Jack decides to go to Frank's office to pick up some research material.  Siobhan arrives at Frank's office satisfied that no one is there and that she will be able to get a few hours of privacy.  Roger receives word from the hospital of Dave's condition. Delia hopes for a delicious pay-off from her plot the night before and is panic-stricken when she learns about Dave and fears that she is the cause of his stroke.  Mary meets the infamous Joe Novak and is able to get a quote about the trial. She  is later horrified to realize that her cameraman missed the entire thing.  Bob shares a moment of silence with Maeve and Frank over Dave's condition. Delia arrives and although she is unable to get the support that she is looking for from Maeve, Bob has some unspoken suspicion, which makes Delia slightly uneasy.  Siobhan tries to hide her pleasure when Jack arrives at Frank's office.  Jack tells her that what they are feeling for one another is not wrong as long as they are honest with one another.  Mary calls in distress and gives Siobhan the perfect opportunity to escape. Jack comes to Mary's rescue after realizing that the man that she is trying to interview is an old buddy of his from the docks.

Episode 1041 July 5, 1979 Thursday July 23, 2009

Jack calls and after reestablishing a connection with Joe, persuades him to give a repeat and exclusive interview to Mary.  Joe calls Mary and arranges to come to the studio to answer her questions.  Delia arrives in neurology to offer her sympathy to Beryl and to find out if she has been implicated in any way.  When Delia runs into Nancy, Nancy tells her that she should have warned her and Pat of Dave's impending visit and wonders if Delia had a part in his stroke.  Delia causes contention with Beryl and Nancy when she implies that Nancy and Pat's relationship is public news and that it seems to be the thing that sent Dave over the edge.  Joe arrives for his interview and offends Mary further when he comes on to her.  Jack arrives at Ryan's and tells Siobhan that they need to deal with their situation. Beryl takes an instant dislike to Delia and gets rid of her.  Roger arrives with an update on Dave and informs them that he will need surgery immediately.  Jack and Siobhan come to an understanding that they must avoid one another and Jack tells her that she must make an effort to meet other guys.  Mary's opinion of Joe is further justified when after completing the interview Joe continues to flirt with her.  Later, when Jack arrives, Joe offers to give them a ride home, wondering if there are any more women at Ryan's like Mary.

Episode 1042 July 6, 1979 Thursday July 23, 2009

Maeve and Delia wonder if Nancy and Pat will separate as a result of what has happened to Dave.  When Delia tells Maeve that she should have warned Pat and Nancy, Maeve convinces her that what has happened is not her fault.  Meanwhile, Pat and Nancy have the same concern that they are the cause of Dave's stroke. Pat is stricken when Nancy tells him that although she missed him the night before, she does not feel that they should be together ever again.  Siobhan and Joe meet one another and realize that they are more alike than they realize.  Joe invites the group out to his fishing boats for dinner hoping for an opportunity to spend more time with Siobhan.  Seneca presents Jill with photographs of hospitalized children as part of planning for Edmund's memorial wing.  Jill grieves for Edmund and sobs while looking at the photographs.  Maeve is relieved when she learns from Pat and Nancy that Dave's surgery went well.  Joe makes another effort at expressing his interest in Siobhan and is hopeful when he is not rejected entirely.  Siobhan refuses Mary's warning about Joe and decides to watch her interview with him so that she can judge him for herself.

Episode 1043 July 9, 1979 Friday July 24, 2009

Rae hopes to draw Frank more into the wedding plans and gives him a step-by-step account of the plans to date.  Later, when Frank receives a call from the hospital about Dave's surgery and he makes plans to leave for the hospital, Rae goes with him afraid that he will see Jill and spend more time with her than she would like.  Jill arrives for a visit with Dave and spends time with Nancy while Dave is examined.  Delia seeks out a sleeping Roger for help in her next phase of breaking up Pat and Nancy; one in which she will be able to take public credit.  When a new Jewish neurology resident reports for duty, Delia takes it as a sign and decides that she has to fix him up with Nancy.  Nancy fills Jill in on Dave's condition and tells her that although her father is not happy about her relationship with Pat, she does not think that she will be able to leave him.  Seneca gives Jill some notes on the Memorial Board as Frank and Rae arrive to visit Dave.  When Rae tries to rearrange a board meeting to fit in with her wedding plans, Jill tells her that the meeting will go on as scheduled whether she can be there or not.  Seneca and Rae are distressed when Jill and Frank make a connection over Edmund. Frank helps Jill realize that she needs to grieve for their child.   Rae tells Seneca that she refuses to lose her man to Jill and that she will cancel every appointment she has if it means that they are not allowed to spend any time together without her.  Delia questions Bernie about his life and thinks that he is the man for Nancy.  Jill invites Faith to the beach house with her so that she can put the memories of Edmund behind her.  Fearing that Frank is beginning to have feelings for Jill, Rae pressures him to elope with her as soon as possible.

Episode 1044 July 10, 1979 Friday July 24, 2009

Rae presses Frank to elope and suggests that they go out of state to speed up the process. Enthused about her new project, Delia enlists Roger's help in bringing Bernie and Nancy together.  As Roger looks over Dr. Marx's schedule, Delia spots Nancy in the nurse's station and tries to get her to stick around until Bernie comes.  Delia's plan comes to a grinding halt when Bernie and Nancy meet and reveal that they are cousins.  Later, Nancy visits with her father and becomes intensely aware of her parents desire that she end her affair with Pat.  Frank is surprised when Bob gives him the news of a vice-presidential committee that is being operated in New Hampshire on his behalf, but he feels that he does not have a chance of winning.  Afraid that she will definitely lose him if he finds out that she is behind the campaign, Rae presses harder to convince Frank to elope.  Nancy has a painful discussion with her mother that comes to a stand still when her living arrangements loom as the unspoken reason for Dave's stroke.  When Nancy describes the perfect person that her parents would choose for her, Delia listens in and takes it as her duty to see that he is found.

Episode 1045 July 11, 1979 Monday July 27, 2009

As the family gathers around to watch Joe's interview with Mary, Siobhan wonders whom she should believe in the case against Joe and asks for Jack's opinion.  When Jack and Mary reply with differing answers, Siobhan is further confused on who she should believe.  Jill and Seneca disagree about Frank and Rae's having positions on the board, but neither is ready to ask either person to withdraw.  The tension between the two escalates further when Jill announces that she is going to the beach house and Seneca tries to stop her.  Siobhan learns more about Joe and his family from Mary and Jack's conflicting viewpoints and she is inclined to take Jack's position on the matter.  When Mary refuses to call Joe and thank him for coming to the studio, Jack tells her that he will do it for her.  Meanwhile, Joe is pleased with the broadcast and tells his family that he is sure it was the best thing for him to do.  Faith gives Jill the news that Poppy has gone back to Ireland and that things are going well for her and Tom.  Jill tells Faith of her of her fight with Seneca and her feeling that she does not want to be married to him any longer.  Mary gives in and calls Joe to thank him for the interview and is surprised when he asks to speak to Siobhan.  Joe invites Siobhan on a fishing trip, but she declines.  When the call is over, Jack and Mary disagree about Siobhan dating Joe, leaving Siobhan feeling guilty that she does in fact want to do so.

Episode 1046 July 12, 1979 Monday July 27, 2009

Maeve has a moment with Dave and is grieved when she is forced to lie to him about Nancy and Pat in order to not cause him any additional pain.  When Maeve emerges from Dave's room upset and in tears, Delia becomes even more determined that she must break up Nancy and Pat soon.  Jill emerges from Edmund's room at the beach house refreshed and at peace with his death.  She admits to feelings of resentment toward Seneca and tells Faith that she hopes that he can change his behavior because she is not sure how much more she can take.  Delia demands that Pat realize what he is doing to his and Nancy's family and find a girl that his right for him.  Pat tells Delia to butt out and mind her own business and vows that nothing is going to separate him and Nancy. Delia makes a solemn vow that she definitely will.  Maeve worries that Siobhan is not doing as well as she would like to make everyone think.  Siobhan is hopeful when Maeve tells her that things will pick up for her soon.  Delia snoops through confidential hospital files and finds a description of a resident whom she feels may be Mr. Right for Nancy.  When Roger refuses to help her get additional information on Dr. Cohen, Delia tells him that she knows just what she should do next.

Episode 1047 July 13, 1979 Tuesday July 28, 2009

Rae arrives at Ryan's with news about Frank but decides to wait until he arrives before she gives the information out.  When Rae tells the Ryan's of her and Frank's possible elopement, she is hurt by Maeve's outright lack of enthusiasm.  After a visit with Dave, Frank finds himself face to face with Delia who is demanding that he thank her again for her statement to the Chancery.  After he thanks her, yet again, Delia arranges to collect a favor from Frank in the future in exchange for giving him the annulment.  Frank gives his parents the news of the small operation in New Hampshire that is trying to get him elected to vice-president and when he tells them that there is no hope that it will come to pass, Rae pipes in with a promise to lay the world at his feet.  Maeve tells Johnny about the sickening feeling she has when Rae makes Frank promises and fears that her promises are going to get Frank into trouble.  Later, a huge box arrives for Siobhan from Joe Novak and all are surprised when they open it to find a rose laying on top of a huge fish.  Delia goes to Central Files and pretends to be Faith in an effort to get Dr. Cohen's file from the record keeper.  While there, Delia is hurt when the record keeper shares some gossip with her of her "sister-in-law" and Delia learns that she is one of the least liked persons at the hospital.    Maeve calls and thanks Joe for the fish and he invites himself over for dinner.

Episode 1048 July 16, 1979 Tuesday July 28, 2009

Jack takes Mary's suggestion and decides to write a series of articles about Joe.  Joe's visit unsettles Siobhan when she realizes that her mother expects her to attend dinner and be gracious.  Delia is confident that she has found the right man for Nancy and pleads with him to assign Adam to Dave's case.   Nancy tells Pat of her aunt's upcoming visit and that she should be able to move back to the houseboat shortly after.  Pat plans to take Nancy to Ryan's for dinner and though she is terrified to face Maeve, she eventually agrees.  Jack and Mary arrive at Ryan's for dinner and Mary reassures Maeve about Rae and Frank.  Siobhan has problems being close to Jack and the two admit to missing one another.  When Joe arrives, Siobhan's reaction to him is filtered through her feelings for Jack.  Siobhan becomes aggravated with Joe when Jack asks him for a series of exclusive interviews and he encourages Siobhan to talk him into it.  Roger warns Delia that getting Adam and Nancy together could prove disastrous, but Delia resolves to get the two together with or without Roger's help.  Maeve confronts Pat and Nancy on their decision to move back to the house boat together and suggests that hearing that news will send Dave into a second shock.  Joe grants Jack his exclusive interview, but only if the Ryan's will be his dinner guests at Sheepshead Bay.  Feeling that she is Joe's prime target, Siobhan reluctantly agrees, but only Jack won't lose his story.

Episode 1049 July 17, 1979 Wednesday July 29, 2009

The peace that Jill found at the beach house is threatened when she arrives home and Seneca immediately starts in on her for being gone so long without calling him.  Jill tells him that she needs a few weeks to think things through.  As Joe helps Maeve to wash dishes, she gets to know him better and is inclined to like him.  At a local bar, Seneca begins to drink heavily as he tells the bartender of his troubles with Jill and his fear that she needs something else to make her happy.  Frank recognizes Rae's desire to elope as a cover for fear that he will leave her for Jill and he attempts to reassure her about their relationship.  Joe connects with Siobhan on an intensely emotional level and leaves her thoroughly unsettled.  Joe then tells her that Jack will have his column regardless of whether she is at the family dinner or not.  Faith attempts to reassure Jill about her marriage to Seneca, although she fears that Jill is at the end of her rope.  Seneca's anger boils over when the bartender convinces him that he has a right to a family and that Jill is in some way obligated to make sure he gets his wishes.

Episode 1050 July 18, 1979 Wednesday July 29, 2009

Delia tells Roger of her plan to prevent Pat and Nancy from moving back in together. Seneca is encouraged by the bartender to take a firmer hand with Jill in order to secure happiness for them both.  Seneca leaves the bar on a mission to make him and Jill a family again regardless of what the challenge may bring.  At the hospital, Delia plays the innocent and allows Beryl to draw the information out of her that Pat and Nancy are planning to move in together as soon as Nancy's aunt arrives in town.  When Delia suggests to Beryl that she should not have her sister come, Beryl tells her that this is not the answer and leaves to wait for Nancy to arrive.  When Beryl confronts Nancy, Nancy is forced to reconsider her plan to move back to the houseboat in an effort to maintain her father's health.  She is anguished further when Beryl tells her that her father will never be well enough to handle her relationship with Pat.  A drunken Seneca returns home and awakens Jill with the news that what she really wants is another baby.  When Jill refuses his efforts to make love, Seneca tells Jill that she is in denial and continues purposefully to reach his goal.

Episode 1051 July 19, 1979 Thursday July 30, 2009

Jack is excited about Joe's dinner invitation and looks forward to his exclusive story.  Later, Jack is horrified when Mary tells him that she is due in Washington at the time of the party.  Siobhan admits to Maeve that she is having a problem with Joe's dinner invitation.  Seneca continues to force himself upon Jill and she slaps him in an effort to get away from him.  Siobhan tells Maeve that she is inclined to going to the dinner tomorrow for Jack's sake.  Joe's uncle, Tiso, warns him about talking to the press - including Jack.  Mary calls Joe to apologize for not being able to make dinner and is shocked when he tells her that Siobhan will not be able to make it either, but that Jack will have his story regardless of whether anyone shows up.  Maeve tells Siobhan that it would be good for her to get out for the evening and Siobhan decides to accept the invitation.  Seneca refuses to listen to Jill's suggestion that they end their marriage.

Episode 1052 July 20, 1979 Thursday July 30, 2009

Rae is stunned by Maeve's open relief that she and Frank did not elope and has to mask her anger.  Frank warns his parents about going to dinner at Sheepshead Bay and tells them that Joe is too close to too many people who are involved in criminal activities.  When Joe's driver arrives to collect them, Siobhan leaves with him to collect Jack, while Maeve and Johnny drive Kevin's car in case they decide to leave early.  Rae lies to Frank and tells him that Maeve's reaction about their elopement did not affect her.  When Roger arrives, Rae's hurt and anger pours out and she tells Roger that Maeve will have to be grateful toward her when her dear son is running the country.  Determined to continue her efforts on Frank's behalf, Rae calls Snow, who isn't feeling well, and insists on an immediate meeting.  Siobhan and Jack find themselves alone together and are both uneasy when sexual tensions still trouble them both.  When Jack asks her what she thinks about Joe, she tells him that she is not terribly interested and that the best thing that she can say about him is the fact that Jack likes him.  Snow arrives at Rae's apartments with incriminating documents and as Rae begins to give him direction on how they are to proceed, he begins to experience grave chest pains. After realizing that Snow is not responding, Rae goes over to him and comes to the dreadful realization that he is dead.  She is even more horrified when Frank comes home and asks her to take the chain off the door so that he can come in.

Episode 1053 July 23, 1979 Friday July 31, 2009

Rae leaves Samuel Snow's body in her chair and frantically goes to dinner with Frank.  The dinner at Sheepsheads Bay gets off to a good start as Joe manages to field questions from Jack regarding his uncle.  Siobhan winds up dancing with Joe in an effort to not have to dance with Jack.  Rae lies to Frank when he asks her the reason for her trembling and nervousness and she tells him that her beloved aunt died.  Later, Rae places a call to Polly from the restaurant and manages to elicit her help in removing Snow's body from her apartment.  Jack watches Siobhan with Joe while trying to pretend that he is not doing so.  Joe accuses Siobhan of liking him more than she did before, even though she is still giving him mixed signals. When Maeve and Johnny prepare to leave, Joe asks Siobhan and Jack to stay and although Jack agrees, Siobhan is uncertain.  Sure that Rae is drunk from all of the alcohol that she has consumed, Frank insists on taking her home - to Rae's horror.  When Rae begs him to take her anywhere but home, Frank tells her that she is in no shape to do anything else and he firmly ushers her out of the restaurant.

Episode 1054 July 24, 1979 Friday July 31, 2009

Rae and Frank arrive home and she lies to him that she can't find her keys. She insists that they go back to the restaurant to find them.  When Frank produces his own set of keys, Rae fears that he will discover Snow's body. Roger becomes aggravated with Delia's mission to break up Pat and Nancy. He invites her on a romantic vacation for two, but all she can think about are her next steps in her plan.  To Joe's disappointment, Siobhan leaves and he corners Jack to learn more information about her.  Rae walks into her apartment and is grateful when she learns that Polly has saved the day.  When Frank goes to make his phone calls, Polly gives Rae the details on Snow's body being collected and tells her that the papers on Frank were stored in her desk.  Rae is apprehensive when Frank lays down the ground rules for their meeting with Jill and Seneca.  Jack gives Joe minimal details about the Ryan family and becomes frustrated when all Joe can think about is Siobhan and his desire to know more about her.

Episode 1055 July 25, 1979 Monday August 3, 2009

Delia arrives at Ryan's and offends Kevin when she produces green plastic aprons with a Shamrock on the front and has him put it on.  Later, Delia spills coffee on a customer and is horrified when she realizes that the customer is Adam Cohen. She sends Kevin to sponge off his hospital lab coat as quickly as possible.  After Delia introduces herself to Adam as his boss' wife, she barrages him with a series of questions and manages to find out that he is unattached.  When Kevin returns with the lab coat, Delia is horrified to find that Kevin's apron was burned by accident, but she manages to keep her temper in front of Adam.   Pat walks in on Tom and Faith in the staff lounge kissing and finds that the two are really happy together.  Pat and Faith talk and realize that they are now truly parted and that they are happy with the new people in their lives.  Seneca tries to deal with the tension between himself and Jill and pledges to be on his best behavior at the meeting.  Pat tells Faith of his desperate desire to marry Nancy despite family opposition.  Delia tells Roger that Adam is indeed "Mr. Right" for Nancy.  Delia promises to take a vacation with Roger when he in turn promises to assign Dr. Cohen to Dave Feldman's case.

Episode 1056 July 26, 1979 Monday August 3, 2009

Frank shares a moment of understanding with Jill and makes himself available to her whenever she decides to go and visit Edmund's grave. Seneca and Rae witness the closeness between the two. Rae promises to make sure that this committee meeting is not only brief, but also the last one that Frank and Jill will ever attend together.  Roger assigns Adam to Dave's case.  Adam meets Dave and makes such a splendid first impression that Dave agrees to allow Adam to retest him.  Jill begins her meeting and fights back when Rae tries her best to take over.  Rae gives everyone the shock of their lives when she pledges $3.5 million dollars toward the project and concludes that with a donation of that size, there is no reason that the committee should ever meet again.  When Rae makes the move to adjourn the meeting, Frank takes Jill's side but to no avail.  Nancy finds Adam ordering a battery of tests for her father that she feels are excessive and unnecessary. She leaves in a huff when he refuses to delay any testing until she has had a chance to talk to her mother and Roger about it.  Jill tells Rae that if she is not willing to be at any and all meetings, then she should take her pledge and get off of the board.  Frank comes to Jill's defense and tells Rae that he will have a few words for her as soon as he gets home.

Episode 1057 July 27, 1979 Tuesday August 4, 2009

Nancy questions Roger about Adam being assigned to her father's case. When she learns that he isn't doing Dave any harm, she tells Roger to keep him on the case regardless of the fact that she does not like him.  Delia announces her matchmaking plan to Maeve and Maeve advises Delia not to meddle in Pat and Nancy's business.  Frank apologizes to Jill for Rae's behavior at the board meeting and the two come to the conclusion that Rae and Seneca are both afraid of them being together. Delia finds Roger in the staff lounge and is hurt when she learns that Nancy and Adam have met one another and clearly don't like one another.  Nancy and Adam have another run in when she learns that he is continuing with Dave's tests.  When Delia witnesses the discord between them, she is determined to do something about it.  Frank reminds Seneca that the memorial is for his son, which is why it's so important to him.  Seneca's anger only sends Jill further away from him.  Frank explores his feelings for Jill with Maeve and tells her that he feels that he is closer to Jill although he is still fully committed to Rae.  After talking to Adam, Delia is unable to remedy the situation between him and Nancy, but she decides to come up with a new plan to get them together.

Episode 1058 [Missing] July 30, 1979 Tuesday August 4, 2009

Mary comes home and tells Jack that she is back to doing the evening news, and the Washington interviews are over. Joe calls and interrupts their alone time together, but Jack tells him he will meet him at Ryan's that evening for a further interview. Rae sees Roger at the hospital and tell him her fears about Frank and Jill. She asks Roger if he thinks that Jill and Seneca's marriage is stable. She also hypothesizes the scenario with Samuel Snow's sudden demise in her apartment. Roger tells her that she "hypothetically" covered all her bases and has nothing to worry about. Joe presents Siobhan with a necklace, which she refuses. Joe corners Siobhan in the kitchen and kisses her. She gets mad, but eventually Joe charms her and Siobhan agree to have dinner with him the next night.

Episode 1059 [Missing] July 31, 1979 Wednesday August 5, 2009

Roger finds Delia at the hospital again and she asks him to aid her in the next phase of her Nancy/Adam plan. He resists, but Delia finds out that Pat will be in surgery till midnight. Rae is on the phone reassuring Polly that her part in the Samuel Snow debacle will never come to light. Frank arrives and a nervous Rae rushes Polly off the phone. She anticipates Frank's anger at her actions at the Board meeting and apologizes. Seneca and Jill quietly discuss the Board meeting fiasco over a glass of wine. Jill is depressed and very low key. She deep in thought about her past aversion to marriage and wonders if she should be married. Nancy arrives to spend the evening with her father. Knowing that, Delia corners Adam and tells him that Nancy won't be visiting her father because she's going to a "big party" at Gracie Mansion. Adam seems surprised. Nancy visits Dave and reads Great Expectations to him. He asks about Pat. Adam comes in and reminds Dave that he has one more test in the morning. After he leaves, Dave has an emotional breakdown. Jill asks Seneca why he wants to have another baby. Frank is not responding to Rae and is still very angry about her behavior at the Board meeting. He tells her that he thinks she might be manipulating him, and maybe has done so since the beginning. Dave tells Nancy that his breakdown is due to "stroke syndrome" as was explained to him by Dr. Cohen. He tells Nancy that he really likes Adam and Nancy says that if he does, then she does too. She apologizes to Adam. Adam tells her that he was glad to see that she spent the evening with her father, and changes his opinion of her.

August 1979 Daily Recaps

Episode 1060 [Missing:] August 1, 1979 Wednesday August 5, 2009

Roger blows his top at finding Delia at the hospital, yet again. He tells her to leave. Nancy and Beryl visit Dave and Dave asks about Pat's whereabouts. When he insists to Nancy that they shouldn't be together, his blood pressure goes up due to the stress. Delia goes to Ryan's and gets her first-of-the-month payment from Johnny. He explains that the bar isn't doing as well as it was in the previous year, but Delia says that she still has lots of ideas. Siobhan comes down with a new hairstyle and is on her way to the fitting for her bridesmaid dress for Frank and Rae's wedding, even though the invitations have not gone out. Delia reminisces with Siobhan about her wedding to Frank and tells her that she threw her bouquet to Siobhan so Mary wouldn't get it and that maybe she'll be next. Dr. Cohen tells Nancy and Beryl that Dave shouldn't be given news that would upset him, because it raises his blood pressure. Nancy thanks Adam again and tells him he's a good doctor. Beryl implores Nancy to end it with Pat for the sake of her father's health. Nancy tells Beryl to back off and trust her. But she still loves Pat. Siobhan tells Delia a little about Joe, and her confusing feelings for him. Delia encourages Siobhan to go for it. Nancy visits Pat at the staff lounge and Pat and tells him she's not sure when she will be moving back to the houseboat. Pat proposes to her and she turns him down because, even though she loves him, marriage is not the answer to their problems. Adam reports to Roger about Dave's case, and ends up asking him about Nancy. Adam admits to Roger that he's attracted to Nancy and was wrong in his first impression of her. Alone, Roger is amused that Delia's crazy plan seems to be working..

Episode 1061 [Missing] August 2, 1979 Thursday August 6, 2009

A rather contrite Rae visits Frank at his office. Frank clarifies his previous evening's statement about Rae's manipulation, Rae counters that her concern over him spending time with Jill is to spare him the pain of Edmund's death. They come to terms, and all being right with the world again, choose a wedding date in either late August or early September. After Rae leaves, Jill calls Frank and asks him to meet her after work. Jack and Kevin talk about Jack's new schedule with Mary spending more time at home and are joined by Siobhan, who is looking lovely for her date with Joe. Jack and Siobhan talk about Joe, Siobhan secretly looking for Jack's approval of him. Jack tells Siobhan, in confidence, that Joe will be cleared by the Grand Jury the next day. Jill tells Frank that she's ready to go to Edmund's grave and she is taking him up on his offer for his support. Seneca comes to Jill's office and offers to go with her to the cemetery and she turns him down. He tells her that she shouldn't go there alone, and she tells him she needs to do it her way. Seneca accuses Jill of punishing him and that he knows what's best for her. She tells him that she's unhappy with the situation, too, and doesn’t like feeling the way she does. Joe and Siobhan share confidences over wine. Siobhan tells Joe that she had spent some time in jail last year with the teacher's strike. Joe is disheartened to hear that Siobhan was in jail and tells her of his experience with visiting his abusive father in prison. He then tells Siobhan that he found out that the Grand Jury is not going to indict him. She feigns innocence at the news. He tells her he wants to kiss her. At the cemetery, Jill and Frank talk about Edmund. Frank expresses regret that he didn't spend more time with his son. Jill tells Frank that Edmund was a gift to her. She wants Frank to be happy and apologizes that the Ryan name is not on the headstone. Seneca arrives at the cemetery.

Episode 1062 August 3, 1979 Thursday August 6, 2009

In the staff lounge at the hospital, Delia is happy when she learns from Roger that her plan is working and that Adam and Nancy seem to like one another.  Delia ignores Roger's warning to mind her business when reads a note in Pat's mailbox and learns that Nancy would like Pat to meet her at Greenberg's Deli.  Seneca is furious when he arrives at Edmund's grave and sees that Frank is there to offer Jill comfort.  When Frank leaves the two of them alone, Seneca offends Jill when he tells her that she is nothing without him and demands that she offer him an explanation as to her relationship with Frank.  When Seneca accuses Jill of continuously lying to him, she leaves him alone at the cemetery.  Roger becomes upset when Delia delays their dinner date with him to go for a visit with Maeve.  When Roger leaves, Adam arrives and Delia convinces him to go to Greenberg's for dinner.  At Lem's, Siobhan and Joe discuss their past relationships and come to the realization that there is an intense physical attraction between them.   Joe propositions Siobhan and invites her back to his apartment for the evening.  After accusing Jill of putting her feelings for Frank before him, Seneca tells Jill that she is and will never be anything without him by her side.  Tired of defending herself against him Jill asks Seneca for a separation and a divorce.

Episode 1063 Episode 1061 Monday, August 6, 1979 Friday August 7, 2009

Adam arrives at Greenberg's and after explaining to him that she is waiting for someone, Nancy invites him to sit with her until her friend arrives.  Siobhan has trouble dealing with her attraction to Joe and is tempted when he invites her for a drive alongside the ocean.  Delia arrives at Ryan's with news for Maeve and piques Mary and Johnny's interest when she decides to wait until Maeve returns to deliver it.   Intimacy starts between Adam and Nancy when the two begin to share some of their life history with one another and realize that they share a lot of childhood memories.  Jill arrives at Faith's and gives her the details of her relationship as well as Seneca's refusal to give her a separation.  Jill expresses to Faith her wishes to get on a plane and go as far away as she can.  At Ryan's, Delia meets Joe and is threatened by Siobhan when she begins to give Joe the impression that Siobhan has been talking about him more than she cares to admit.  Later, Siobhan confides to Delia the degree of her attraction to Joe and admits her desire to spend the night with him.

Episode 1064 August 7, 1979 Friday August 7, 2009

Jill makes arrangements to take a job in a law office in San Francisco.  When Seneca overhears this, he is amazed that Jill is actually taking steps to leave New York.  Johnny tells Delia that although Joe has been indicted by the Grand Jury, they should not take sides where Siobhan's love life is concerned.  Later, Delia consults Frank regarding what attracts a man and gets a new idea in her matchmaking efforts.  In the staff lounge, trouble brews between Nancy and Pat when the two argue over why they missed one another the night before. Pat is also angry at that Nancy refuses to consider marriage.  When Adam enters, Nancy is offended when Pat asks Adam to leave the lounge so that they can finish their conversation.  Jill tells Seneca of her plan to pursue a divorce and move to California, but he tells her that she will never be able to get away from him.  Delia tells Adam that Nancy desperately needs rescuing from Pat and becomes hopeful when it is clear that Adam just might believe her.

Episode 1065 August 8, 1979 Monday August 10, 2009

After finishing a draft of his article on Joe, Mary admires Jack's writing, but makes it clear that her feelings do not extend to the subject.  When Joe calls and invites Jack out for a fishing trip, Mary is sad that she will not be able to spend the afternoon with Jack.  A distressed Seneca arrives at Rae's apartment and tells her the details of his strained marriage with Jill.  Rae agrees to resign from the board and trust Seneca to manage her money. She fears that if Frank learns that Jill is a free woman he will pursue her.  Jack assures Joe that he trusts him, but makes it clear that had Joe had any illegal involvement with Tiso, he would have had to report it.  Joe asks Jack to put in a good word for him with Siobhan.  Seneca presents Jill with Rae's promise to resign from the board, but he is unable to convince her to forget her plans for moving to San Francisco.  Seneca angers Jill when he tells her that she is on a destructive path and that he refuses to let her leave him without a fight.  Rae forestalls Frank's calling Jill and possibly learning of her plans to leave Seneca by telling him that she believes that Jill is pregnant.  Jack makes a half-hearted promise to Joe to support his cause with Siobhan. Meanwhile, Joe has a proposition for Siobhan that she is bound to like.

Episode 1066 August 9, 1979 Monday August 10, 2009

Delia overhears Adam and Nancy remembering Friday night dinners at the same Jewish summer camp that they both attended and gets an idea.  Joe gives Jack a ride home.  When emotions between them become too intense, Jack encourages Siobhan to be receptive to Joe.  Delia manipulates a conversation with Beryl and not only gets Beryl to invite her and Roger to dinner for the Shabbat, but manages an invitation for Adam as well.  Nancy is pleased with the thought of company for dinner and upsets Beryl when she says that she would like to invite Pat as well.  Siobhan accepts an invitation from Joe to go fishing, unaware that she will be out to sea for two to three days.  After an intense emotional struggle, Nancy convinces Beryl to invite Pat to dinner - against her best wishes.

Episode 1067 August 10, 1979 Tuesday August 11, 2009

Roger fumes about going to Friday night dinner at the Feldman's. Delia delights in the fact that Pat will look so out of place next to Adam that Nancy won't be able to help but notice.  Adam arrives at the Feldman's and is honored when Beryl requests that he take Dave's place and say the traditional prayers before and during dinner.  On the dragger, the pleasure that Siobhan is experiencing out to sea comes to an abrupt halt when she learns from Joe that the boat will not return to shore for three days.  At dinner, Pat arrives late and is flustered when he realizes that they started without him.  Pat is further uncomfortable when he responds to the prayer at the wrong time and he notices that Adam is more than comfortable in Dave's place.  Delia manages to make the evening more difficult for Pat by mentioning their prior marriage and is quieted by both Roger and Nancy.  Joe apologizes to Siobhan about fooling her into taking the trip and tries to persuade her to accept the situation and enjoy it - something that Siobhan refuses to do.  Alone in the dining room, Adam asks Pat some pointed questions about religion and his relationship with Nancy and clearly does not agree with the answers that he receives.

Episode 1068 [Missing] August 13, 1979 Tuesday August 11, 2009

Pat and Nancy discuss the Friday night dinner. Pat notices Adam’s comfort ability with the Feldman’s, and Nancy explains it because they share the same experiences growing up. They have a loving moment together before he tells that he felt (like an island”, being an outsider of the Jewish faith. Siobhan calls Johnny ship to shore and tells him that she’s all right and to please call work and let them know that she won’t be in. Johnny demands that Joe bring Siobhan home. Jack assures Johnny that Siobhan will be well taken care of. Jill has dinner with her law school colleague in San Francisco, and discuss the job which she has accepted. She talks about her impending divorce and the loss of her son. She needs a new start in a new place and the (sooner the better”. Pat tells Nancy being together is not good for her, but she wants to be the judge of that. Even though they don’t have a traditional relationship she’s happy to be his lover indefinitely. Pat proposes to her again, and she turns him down again. Siobhan and Joe argue on the deck about her being stuck for the next three days. She will have nothing to do with him. In defiance, she refuses the cabin he’s set up for her and settles on a rickety deck chair for the night. She topples over on her butt. Joe brings her a blanket and tries to cajole her out of her stubbornness, but she stands firm.

Episode 1069 [Missing] August 14, 1979 Wednesday August 12, 2009

Delia leaves an envelope with 2 tickets to Swan Lake in Adam’s hospital mailbox. When Adam tells her that they are not his, she lies to him and says the hospital does that sometimes for their hard working residents. Delia is dismayed, when he decides to give the tickets to Nancy and her mother as a thank you for dinner. Adam gives the tickets to Nancy, who is grateful. Rae berates Seneca for not talking Jill out of the separation. She can’t believe that things got out of control, especially since she resigned from the board.. She rages at his stupidity at setting up the memorial in the first place. After Seneca has had enough, he tells her to shut up. She backs down and states that they are adversaries with the same goals and have to pool their strengths to keep Jill and Frank apart. Seneca claims he will not let go of Jill and will do anything he has to do. Rae tells Seneca that she implied to Frank that Jill was pregnant. Seneca is confident that all he has to do is sit down will Jill and make her see that leaving is destructive to herself. He tells Rae that all she has to do is (handle” Frank. Rae notes that she’s glad her wedding is soon. Joe bring coffee to Siobhan, who has slept on a deck chair. Even though she wakes up very stiff, she rebuffs Joe’s offer of a massage. Siobhan admits that she enjoyed her night on the deck. The stars and quiet, etc. She agrees to enjoy herself from here on in, as long as they set up some guidelines starting with (no more lies”. Unfortunately, Beryl can’t accompany Nancy to the ballet, and because Pat is working, Nancy gives the extra ticket back to Adam. Delia encourages Adam to go and keep Nancy company. That it will be difficult for Nancy to be there by herself, especially since she planned a career in dance.

Episode 1070 [Missing] August 15, 1979 Wednesday August 12, 2009

Joe and Siobhan share a nice moment on the deck looking at the stars. Even though she is attracted to Joe, she tells him they agreed on no seduction. Joe assumes that Siobhan has another guy. Mary finds Jack staring off into space and wonders what’s on his mind and tries to get him to talk. She guesses that Jack is worried about Siobhan, but he denies it. Mary then suggests that Jack ask Rae for a job. Jack kisses her and tells her she’s brilliant. Jack tells Mary that it’s important for the two of them to spend time together. Siobhan tells Joe that she’s not seeing anyone. They almost kiss and when Siobhan pulls away, Joe asks her what her problem is. Johnny regales Tom of the grand time he had being fitted for his morning suit for Frank’s wedding. Delia comes into Ryan’s looking for Maeve, and ends up telling Johnny about her (ballet plan” with Adam and Nancy. Nancy is delighted to see Adam join her at the ballet. After the performance, she is overcome with joy and Adam is happy to share it with her. An on-looking theatergoer comments that she wishes her husband could be there to see them This gives them both a moment of pause. Pat comes into Ryan’s and is none too pleased to see Delia. Especially when she tells Pat that Nancy is at the ballet with Adam and comments how much in common they have. Pat storms out. When Siobhan asks Joe what his type is, he tells her that she’s his type. When she accuses him of having lots of girls on his boat, he claims that the only girl he’s ever brought was Loretta. Who turns out to be his dog. The finally end up in a kiss. Siobhan says that whatever happens between them, it will be when and where they both decide it ought to happen. Joe doesn’t argue.

Episode 1071 [Missing] August 16, 1979 Thursday August 13, 2009

Joe shows Siobhan her cabin, and she finds it nicer than she anticipated. They obviously had a nice evening together, and they end up kissing. Jill meets with Roger and Faith and tells them of her move to San Francisco. They try to talk her out of moving so soon, but she is determined. Jill agrees to go to the hospital and find Seneca and tell him that her move is definite. Roger asks her if she intends to tell Frank, she says she doesn’t see any reason to since he’s getting married in a few days. Rae is on the phone pleading with Polly to host a party for Frank in DC. She needs to keep Frank away from New York (and Jill). Polly agrees to host the party. When Rae tells Frank about the party, he mentions he has a speech in New York and couldn’t possibly attend the party. But to thank Polly, and ask for a rain check. Rae desperately tries to talk him out of giving his speech in New York, but Frank stands firm. He wonders what’s going on with her. Why is she so upset that he’s going to New York. Would she be as upset if he was going to Boston? Jill goes to see Seneca at the hospital. He tells her he’s glad she’s home and she tells him hasn’t changed her mind. Joe asks Siobhan if he can spend the night and she says no. As much as she would like to, because of the circumstances she would feel trapped and compromised. He doesn’t give her an argument. Seneca tries to get Jill to go home and have dinner together, but she refuses. She’s accepted the job and is leaving the next day. He tells her she’s not going anywhere. He won’t allow her to run away and he will never give her a divorce. They go back and forth shouting at each other with Seneca finishing up by saying that it’s Frank that controls Jill, not him. She says she’s not running. She’s saving her life.

Episode 1072 [Missing] August 17, 1979 Thursday August 13, 2009

Delia visits with Maeve and takes the credit for her Adam/Nancy plan. Much to Delia’s dismay, Maeve doesn’t exactly approve of her meddling. Jill arrives to see Maeve and Delia leaves. Jill tells Maeve she’s moving to San Francisco and has come to say goodbye. Maeve is distressed at the news and asks her if she’s going to see Frank. Jill says that she can’t stick around and watch Frank marry Rae. Maeve tells Jill she has something for her and leaves the room. Rae arrives and Jill tells Rae she’s leaving for California, but before she does, she has a couple of things to say to Rae. Nancy sees Adam at the hospital and thanks him again for the ticket and for joining her. They share some similar music related childhood memories and Adam asks her if she would like to go to a concert with him sometime. She turns him down, but nicely. Pat looks on and starts to fume. Jill tells Rae that Frank will never be happy married to a political powerful mistress, and she will lose him. She goes on to say that Rae will never understand the parts of Franks life that are important to him such as his family, his religion, his home, his sons. Rae counters that they are going to give Little John a brother or sister soon. Jill doesn’t buy it and wonders how long it will be before Frank figures it out. She tells Rae that she’s not fooling her, or Maeve, or anybody else. Maeve returns and is surprised to see Rae there. She presents Jill with a special gift. Her mother’s broach. They have an emotional goodbye as Rae looks on, seething with jealousy. Jill leaves and Maeve tells Rae that she needs to speak to Frank as soon as possible. Rae offers to track him down, but has no intention of letting Frank know about Jill, so she pretends to make the call in front of Maeve. Pat and Nancy argue about her going to the ballet with Adam among other things. Delia catches sight of it and smiles. Jill and Seneca say goodbye. She tells him he has a lot to offer someone else. Just not her. He wants to start again, but she’s not interested. They just aren’t right for each other and she feels bad that she’s hurting him. She leaves. Rae unplugs the phone and uses her feminine wiles to lure Frank in bed. He’s slightly suspicious but gives in. She’s determined to keep him there as long as it takes to avoid any contact with Jill or his family.

Episode 1073 [Missing] August 20, 1979 Friday August 14, 2009

Jack visits Maeve and tells her he’s finished with his 3-article story on Joe Novak and had been trying to reach Rae, but she wasn’t taking calls yesterday afternoon. Maeve says that apparently Francis wasn’t either. Maeve expresses her disapproval of Joe’s kidnapping of Siobhan, and hopes she’s all right. Siobhan in her cabin getting ready to go home and Joe drops in. He tells her he doesn’t want it to be over. She says it has to be, because all the fish were caught and they have to bring them in. He compliments her hair and asks her if he can braid it. While he’s braiding her hair, he asks her to come to his apartment for dinner and she says no, because she’s not ready to go to bed with him yet.

Bobby come back from his New Hampshire trip looking for Frank. Maeve tells Bob and Jack about Jill’s leaving for San Francisco. She has been trying to reach Frank to let him know, so he could say good bye if he wants to. Bob offers to find Frank and give him that message. Maeve is grateful. Jack wonders how Frank will feel about Jill leaving Seneca.

Delia sees Adam at the hospital and gleefully tells him of Pat and Nancy’s fight. Delia suggests that Adam might want to spend some time with Nancy to cheer her up. Adam asks why she’s involved in this because it’s really none of her business. She claims it’s because she’s still a little angry with Pat and the way he treated her. Siobhan comes home with Joe and Joe apologizes to Maeve for the deception. Maeve says it’s not up to her to forgive, but Siobhan. Siobhan says she had a wonderful time after she over being so mad and her virtue is intact. Joe gives Maeve a fish and tells Maeve that Siobhan is competitive as well as un-corruptible, Siobhan thanks him for a lovely time, and he leaves. Maeve leaves to find a bigger pot to cook the fish, Jack tells Siobhan that he’s glad she had a good time. She tells him she would have had a better time with him. He gets angry and tells her they have to talk.

A self satisfied Rae pours a drink and Frank comes out of the bedroom getting dressed. Franks asks her if it’s time to let the outside world know that they have come up for air. They start to talk about their honeymoon, planning ten days in bed. She is annoyed when the doorbell rings because she left orders not to be disturbed. Bob arrives and tells them the good news about Frank’s Vice Presidency campaign in New Hampshire. She is delighted to hear about it and rushes off to get dressed, thinking that she’s safe from Frank hearing any news about Jill. After she leaves, Bob tells Frank about Jill’s departure. Frank finds out her schedule and rushes off. He tells Rae he’ll be back in 10 minutes.

Episode 1074 [Missing] August 21, 1979 Friday August 14, 2009

Jack and Siobhan are upstairs at Ryan’s. She thinks he’s angry and he says he’s not. She tells him she just spoke the truth when she said she would rather be on a fishing boat for three days with him, more than anyone else.

Jack says: (Okay, stop . I love you, you know that. I think I know how you feel about me. And I want you, I need to say that, once. But there’s something more important to me, and who I am, than and our feelings for each other. And I can’t let go of that or lose it because if I do, I’m lost, too.” He has more to say.

Frank goes to see Jill, who is packing her office. She’s very glib and offhand about his being there and asks Frank to wish her luck in her new life. Frank asks her about her new job and what happened with Seneca. Jill admits that Frank was right about what would happen if she married Seneca. He asks about her involvement in the memorial and is surprised about her walking out on it. Jill states that since the whole thing was a ploy by Seneca to control her past, present and future and has ceased to have anything to do with her little boy, she can very easily walk away from it. She then tells Frank that he was also right about her and her feelings about marriage. She thanks him for coming to say goodbye, but Frank tells her that she hasn’t thought this move through and it’s (a dumb thing to do”. Then Frank asks her: (From what and from whom are you running away? Not Seneca?” She angrily responds: No, not Seneca, and knowing that Frank thinks it’s him she running away from, she continues: (Frank Ryan, you are of such an insignificance importance that you couldn’t cause me to cross the street, let alone the country, and furthermore you are marrying Rae in a few days, all according to plan. Good bye”. And she storms out.

Adam comes to Frank’s office to see Nancy (and gets the thumbs-up from Georgia) and invites her for dinner at Greenberg’s deli and she agrees to go, as friends.

Jack Siobhan continue their discussion. Jack says: I’ve never loved anybody after Mary.

Siobhan : And since Mary...?

Jack: Your mother, and Ryan, then you... If I don’t say it now, there never be an other opportunity. All this stuff that’s been going on between us is over. As of this conversation. Not the caring, not the friendship. But we have both been entertaining the possibility of something more than that. And as of now, that possibility is eliminated.

Siobhan: What am I supposed to do with these leftover feelings?

Jack: Find some won else.

Siobhan : Am I supposed to jump into bed with a (Jack Substitute”?

Jack: All of your energies don’t have to be used up in bed. Basically, I want to go to bed with you. But, I love Mary, I’m married to Mary. Sex is something we reserve for each other. You and I have to put what is going on between us in perspective.”

Siobhan: “I’m sorry.”

Jack: “No apologies, Just pay attention to what we do from now on.”

She asks what he thinks about Joe and her and he says that he’s not sure if he’s the right person, but that’s her decision. As Jack he leaves, Siobhan thanks him for what he had done for her-- making her feel good about herself. Siobhan sobs and then picks up the phone and call Joe, Jack overhears a tear runs down his face.

Frank finds Jill frantically pressing the button for the elevator, hysterical with rage. He wants her to listen to what he has to say, and she wants him to go away. He is insistent on having her listen to him, and she is not going to tolerate another person telling her what to do.

Frank: “I want to know what you are doing and why you are doing it.

Jill: “I don’t owe you any explanations, have a WONDERFUL wedding and a great Senate session and maybe I’ll see you at Christmas.“

At that point the door opens and Jill races in. Frank follows. They both play with the elevator buttons and it stalls. They are stuck. She rails at him “You are the most insensitive arrogant man I’ve ever known, which is exactly why I wanted to avoid this little encounter” When Frank suggests she stop pressing the elevator leaver, she says she has a plane to catch to which he replies (Well, I guess you are not going to make it.”

Episode 1075 [Missing] August 22, 1979 Tuesday August 18, 2009

Rae anxiously awaits Frank’s return and demands that Bob tell her where he went. When Bob tells her he went to say good bye to Jill, she goes crazy with rage. She rails at Bob for telling him (Damn you and damn him!” Jill frantically pounds on the elevator door, yelling for help. She blames Frank for the situation, because if she wasn’t rushing to get away from him, she would have taken the regular elevator not the freight. Pat goes to Frank’s office to pick up Nancy, and finds out that she is having dinner with Adam. Adam and Nancy are at Greenberg’s Deli with a gracious Mrs. Greenberg taking their order. She clearly is impressed with Adam. Adam asks Nancy exactly what is the situation between herself and Pat. Rae blames Bob. ‘You did this. He just can’t stay away from her.” Bob realizes that Rae knew all along, and she just couldn’t trust Frank enough to let him go over and say goodbye to Jill. Bob defends Frank and Jill’s situation and history and reminds Rae that they’ve shared a lot. Rae says he has to forget Jill, because he still loves her. Bob also reminds Rae that they are going to be married in a few days, and that Frank just went to see (an old friend” and he will be back. She angrily tells him to (What the hell do you know? Get out of here!”. He says, (You are some sad lady” and she screams at him to get out. Jill tells Frank that he should do something to get them out of there, being the (big man around here”. A mischievous Frank says maybe he should use his political influence and calls out that he’s the (Senator from the State of New York, help!” He tells her just enjoy the company. She furiously asks him why he came to her office in the first place, why couldn’t he just let her go. He simply says: (I couldn’t.” He had to say goodbye. This was exactly what she was afraid would happen and she wanted to avoid the rage, the pain, and the hurt. He says that there was more between them than that. He helps her when she wants to try the trap door. When the attempt fails, he calmly tells Jill to relax, they’ll be other planes, and now they can have that long talk, because there was a lot left unsaid. She tells him to go to hell and he calls her a (Sorehead”. Nancy tells Adam that she loves Pat and that he would like to marry her, but that’s not going to happen. Then they share some favorites and Nancy learns a little about Adam and his past. Pat looks in at Greenberg’s and sees Nancy and Adam having a grand old time. Jill starts to be a little more civil to Frank. Frank ask her why did she decide to go. She says it’s been coming a long time, and it’s what she has to do and it’s no good in New York anymore. Frank reminds her that she has a lot of friends. She says: (and too many memories”. Frank tries to get her to open up. She admits she made a mistake with Seneca, AND it’s not the first time she’s made a mistake. Alone in her apartment, Rae is on the phone trying to track Frank down. Unsuccessful, she throws the phone down, and sobs.

Episode 1076 [Missing] August 23, 1979 Tuesday August 18, 2009

Siobhan arrives at Joe’s apartment with a bowl of goldfish for him. She nervously looks around as Joe gives her the tour. He tells her that he knew she would change her mind and come over. He’s an optimist. He asks her what made her change her mind.

Delia reorganizes the bar, much to Kevin’s chagrin. When she finds an unlabeled bottle, Kevin teases her that it might explode. Seneca visits Ryan’s looking for Jill, Delia hopes that Jill’s okay, considering the state she was in the last time she went missing. Then he tells her that it’s a very special Irish Moonshine that’s illegal. He pours her a glass and delights when she almost chokes on the strength of it.

Pat goes to Ryan’s where a delighted Delia overhears him complaining to Kevin about his troubles with Nancy. Delia decides to cheer Pat up by fixing him a drink and encouraging him to put on the juke box. While he goes to pick out a song, she adds the Irish Moonshine to his drink.

Seneca, still on the hunt for Jill, asks Roger if he’s heard from her. She’s left her office, but her bags are still in the apartment. Roger claims that Jill is doing what she has to do. Seneca thinks her disappearance has something to do with Frank, and Roger counters that if Jill is with Frank it is where she wants to be. Roger encourages Seneca to let Jill live her life.

Siobhan tells Joe that she came because she missed him. She likes him and she’s attracted to him , but she hasn’t let things happen like they ought to, because she has someone else on her mind. But it’s not going to work out and she has love and energy to give to someone, and would like it to be him, if he want. They kiss. When Joe asks what’s next she says: (Feed the fish?”

Pat is at the bar and obviously drunk. She fixes him another (special” drink with the highly potent Irish Moonshine. Slurringly, he tells her about the problems with Nancy. Dee feigns sympathy, and although she has a momentary feeling of guilt, she encourages Pat to tell Nancy how he feels. Tonight! With Delia’s assistance, he stumbles towards the door and grabs the flowers off the table. He leaves to tell Nancy that her loves her.

Episode 1077 [Missing] August 24, 1979 Wednesday August 19, 2009

With Delia by his side, a drunken Pat stands outside the Feldman’s door with a drooping bunch of flowers. He forgets why he is there. Delia reminds him that he’s there to tell Nancy he’s sorry.

Inside, Nancy, Adam and Beryl are enjoying coffee and cake. Beryl is obviously thrilled that Adam is there. When the doorbell rings, Nancy goes to answer it and finds a slurring Pat there. She is alarmed by his appearance and asks him if he’s drunk.

Still stuck in the elevator, Frank tells Jill that they both have made mistakes about each other and other people. He asks her what she saw in Seneca in the first place. She admits she admired him, felt sorry for him and that she was getting over Frank, because he had gone back to Delia, and she was lonely. He tells her that 3 years later, she’s still doing the same thing by moving. Looking for an alternative to Seneca as opposed to an alternative to him. She gets defensive, jumps up and starts pounding on the elevator door again. He tells her not to press the buttons anymore, seriously, because it’s sending conflicting signals. She tells him he’s lousy at machinery. She settles down. He has another question: When did the trouble with Seneca start? She tells him that the first moment they married, she knew it wouldn’t work. She wanted a father for Edmund and Seneca was trying hard not to control her every move. Franks adds that she was also furious with him about Rae. She goes on to say that marriage is a trap for her, not just with Seneca, but with anyone. And that she’d been thinking about her marriage when she went out to the beach house the day Edmund died. When she was in the hospital, Seneca was good to her, but she wanted Frank. She was always thinking about Frank. When she became dependant on pills, Seneca was there for her, and she became dependant on him, and he liked that. But now it’s over. They didn’t make each other happy.

Jill decides that she has a question for Frank and asks: Why are you marrying Rae?

Joe and Siobhan are kissing downstairs at Joe’s apartment. He suggest they go upstairs, have dinner, watch the stars. She is hesitant, and he reaffirms Siobhan is in control and that when she’s ready, that’s when they’ll make love. She’s afraid that if they make love, it might just be one night or it might be more than one night, it might be forever. He tells her that he’s not sure if he loves her, but they have something very special going on between them that he doesn’t want to lose. As they head upstairs, she tells him that she might not be there in the morning and he answers, but you might. They go upstairs.

Pat says what he has to say to Nancy in front of Beryl and Adam. He apologizes for hurting her and that he loves her. She tells him that she loves him too. He says they were happy in their on little world, but it not good anymore. He tells Beryl he’s sorry. He understands that Adam was there for Nancy and made her laugh. Nancy tries to get Pat to sit down and have some coffee. Pat says he doesn’t belong there, and than crashes to the floor taking the dishes with him.

Frank tells Jill that he is marrying Rae because the life they’ve made together is a good one and he wants to formalize it. He wants to give Little John a home with him. They enjoy the same things, they want the same things, she’s been good to him and finally says that he loves her. Frank asks Jill why she doesn’t like Rae. Jill tells Frank that she doesn’t think that Rae is honest. Oh, she’s honestly in love with Frank, but she’s not honest about who she is and how she goes about to get what she wants. Frank admits that she manipulates, and she’s determined to have her own way, but that doesn’t qualify as dishonesty. Jill says no comment. Jill asks Frank when he first fell in love with Rae, and he doesn’t know. There are many kinds of love in the world, but never the same love twice. There is no way that it can compare with anything else, especially not the love that he and Jill shared. Frank tells Jill that as exciting Washington is, it has never matched the excitement of his first campaign for City Council. They laugh and reminisce about the early days, not knowing what they were doing, campaigning all day and winding up at Jill’s apartment at 4:00 A.M., making love, and getting up the next day to do it all over again.

He says that Washington would be so different if he and Jill had done it together. He tells her that he misses her. She tells him she misses him too. She starts to cry and he comforts her. The sit on the floor of the elevator in each other’s arms. She notes that all the things that seem to separate them, aren’t there right now. She admits it was lovely, and Frank wonders “What are we going to do now?”

Episode 1078 [Missing] August 27, 1979 Wednesday August 19, 2009

In the elevator Jill comes to her senses and asks Frank, “What are we doing?. He says, he doesn’t know, but it’s nice. Jill says: “This in insane. It’s exactly like it used to be. We could fight and be furious and then if we could be together afterwards”….Frank: “We’d get past the trouble.” Jill says: “If we had the time. Time was always the enemy.” Frank notes that they have plenty of time now, because Jill can’t storm off a stuck elevator. She denies doing that, so often. Then Jill says that they can’t spend an hour in a freight elevator and forget everything that has happened in the past year. She doesn’t trust herself, and she doesn’t’ trust him. It’s a physical thing, and that’s always worked for them, even though they haven’t been together for months. She says she can’t believe that they are on the verge of reconciliation, with her moving to California and him about to marry Rae. Frank says it’s better now than later and asks if they are indeed on the verge of a reconciliation. They agree that it’s a lot friendlier in there than an hour ago. Frank says: Jill, loving you was about the best experience in my life. When we were together I was happier and more at peace with myself than at anytime before or since. I miss that. I miss you. Now obviously I would rather be friends with you than have no contact at all. If there is a possibility of something more, then I want to know now, because if we do we have anther chance, it’s the last one. And I don’t want to take that lightly”. She says she’s afraid to even think about and he should be too. “What about Rae? What will this mean to you politically?, she asks. They try to dissect their past mistakes. She notes that all the things that were a hindrance to their relationship before, are still there. Despite everything, they kiss.

Nancy and a now sober Pat have coffee in the Feldman’s dining room. He asks her how much damage he did. He apologizes to her again and tells her that he loves her. He wants Nancy to come back to the houseboat with him, so they can talk all night. She refuses, he starts to get angry. Adam comes in with coffee for Pat, and Pat insults Adam.

Rae is on the phone, still trying to reach Frank, when Seneca arrives. He apologizes for barging in, but her line was busy. Rae tells him that she’s been trying to track down Frank and she suspects he’s with Jill. Seneca yells at her for not keeping Frank occupied, and she angrily replies that she did the best she could, but Frank found out from Bob Reid, while she was dressing for dinner, so she wasn’t in the room to stop him. Rae has been calling absolutely everywhere, but no luck. Seneca tells Rae how he’s been trying to find Jill. Rae is sure that they are together, and what are they going to do about it. Seneca says that in the end, Frank will not give everything up for Jill. Rae is not so sure, there is no re-election in the near future. Seneca is confident that if he can just find them before it goes to far, then Rae has to talk to Frank. Rae says, “What am I supposed to say: I order you to love me more than you love her?” They agree that they have to figure out where they are first before they can do anything.

Pat tells Adam that he and Nancy are having a private conversation. When Adam doesn’t back down, Pat gets hostile. To make peace, Nancy tells Pat to go home and they will talk in the morning. After he leaves, Adam tells Nancy that what Pat is feeling is guilt, and that’s why he got drunk. Adam and Nancy decide to go for a walk.

Frank and Jill say “I love you” to each other. Jill says he’s wonderful and everything about him is wonderful. They kiss, afraid that things are going to far, physically, Jill pulls away, she’s not going to make love on the floor of an elevator. They sit on opposite sides of the elevator and talk. They decide to talk about where this is going. Frank says that he would like for them to get back together. They discuss what they want, what they don’t want. When she brings up Rae, he says he will handle the situation with Rae and the political implications. He tells Jill that he wants to marry her and for her to move to DC. Little John will be with them. But there is still politics and how does she feels about that. She says as long as it’s without Rae, she’s fine. He tells her that he wants her so much as the elevator starts to move.

Episode 1079 [Missing] August 28, 1979 Thursday August 20, 2009

Johnny is on the phone with Rae telling her that, no, he still hasn’t heard from Frank. Bob and Delia are at the bar, and Bob tells them that Frank went to say goodbye to Jill. A depressed Pat walks in, feeling the after effects of the drinks that Delia poured him and tells them he ruined everything with Nancy. Delia smirks. The elevator, starts up, rumbles, shakes and crashes to the basement. Jill and Frank are thrown, but unhurt. The door is opened and they rush out. Thankful that each other is all right. Jill says she’s glad they were together. They need to go somewhere to continue talking, but because Seneca and Rae will be on the prowl for them, they want to get out of the city. They decide to take a cab to the beach house. Siobhan wakes up in Joe’s bed. He is totally smitten with her and wants to open up to her. He tells her to ask him anything about himself. She asks him about his Uncle Tiso. Joe asks her if she’s hungry, and when she says yes, he tells her he is going to take her to meet his uncle. Pat tells Johnny, Bob and Delia about the Feldman disaster earlier in the evening and the reason he got so mad at Nancy in the first place is because he loves her, and was jealous of Adam. Roger comes to Ryan’s and hears about Pat’s woe. Pat asks Delia what she put in the drinks she made him. She plays dumb but Roger realizes that she had a hand in Pat’s misfortune. Pat continues with “he threw away everything and has no one to blame but himself.” Delia says that maybe it’s all for the best. Roger tells Delia that it’s time to go.. Although she doesn’t want to leave, he insists. He tells her that he has something to say to her that she won’t want anyone else to hear. They leave. Frank and Jill arrive at the beach house by cab. There is no electricity and they get the candles. Frank asks Jill if she’s okay with being at the beach house because of Edmund. She says that she’ll always feel a little strange, but she’s at peace there. They open a bottle of wine, and toast to the future. They wonder what they are going to do now, and reaffirm that they want to be together. Frank is happy being there with Jill. Nothing is better than the two of them being alone together. Frank tells her that he needs to be close to her. They reminisce about their early days, in the beginning, when things were good. Frank tells her that she is the only one for him and she was the one person, more than anyone, who he felt most deeply about. They wonder why they’ve been apart for so long. They kiss. Jill asks Frank if he is willing to give up the power of Rae’s political backing so that they can be together.

Episode 1080 [Missing] August 29, 1979 Thursday August 20, 2009

Joe and Siobhan arrive at the restaurant. He tells the host that he wants to see his uncle. They sit a cozy table in the corner to wait for Uncle Tiso. They laugh and kiss. The cook comes over to discuss the menu and take their order. It’s obvious the that he is charmed by Siobhan. Joe tells her that he’s known the cook all his life, and his name is Boots. A sniping Rae and Seneca are in the car heading out to the beach house. They are at each other’s throats, and it’s obvious that the stress is taking a toll on them. They each blame the other for not being able to keep Frank and Jill apart. Rae thinks it’s a waste of time to go to the beach house, but Seneca says that he’s sure that Frank and Jill are together, and they’ve checked every place else. On the terrace at the beach house, Frank tells Jill that he is willing to give up everything that Rae has to offer for her and he believes that he can make it alone. He goes on to say that it never felt right with Rae. Not like what they had. When Jill reminds him that he was going to marry her, he says they might have been happy, and had a good life, but she would have been a second choice. He would always be remembering Jill, missing her and wondering. They come to the conclusion that they really have decided to be together. Frank he doesn’t want to hurt Rae, because she loves him, but he couldn’t live with a second choice. It wouldn’t be fair to Rae or any of them. He tells Jill that he loves her and has missed her so much. They hear a car pull up. Who can it be, they wonder. Back at Roger’s apartment, Roger lets Delia have it with both barrels. He lists all the people she’s hurt with her scheme and it’s got to stop. She protests and defends her actions. He berates her for her need and want of the Ryans. He also suggests that she go back to see Dr. Pagano. He draws attention to the fact that she has paid very little attention to their marriage in the past few weeks. Delia says that they are fine, but Roger disagrees. He’s very angry. He insists that their marriage be the first consideration on her mind. Siobhan is anxiously waiting for Tiso to join them. Joe claims he’s taking care of business, the restaurant business, that is. Boots comes to the table to check on their satisfaction with their dinners. Siobhan figures out that “Boots” is actually Uncle Tiso. He likes to observe people when they don’t know who he is, he tells her. Tiso is pleased that Siobhan is such a clever girl, and tells her that she must be pretty special for Joe to bring her to the family table. He agrees that she’s special and he approves. From the terrace, Frank and Jill see that it’s Rae and Seneca who have arrived at the beach house. There is no power and Rae comes to the conclusion that Frank and Jill are not there and that going there was a complete waste of time. Seneca isn’t giving up, he going to check upstairs. Testily, Rae says: “They are not HERE, Seneca. There’s no car outside, there’s no electricity. You made a mistake, accept it gracefully.” Rae muses that she always knew that Frank would go back to Jill and why couldn’t he just let her go. Seneca says they might as well go back to the city. Rae is not going to give up, she resolves. “I have spent 18 months of my life loving that man. I’ve given him everything he could possibly want and I am not giving it all up just for this one night.” Seneca asks: “What are you going to do?” Rae: “I don’t know, but I do know that I’m too close and have worked too damn hard to give it all up now.” Seneca points out that if Jill and Frank are together there’s nothing that she can do. Rae: “You expect me to just give up. To just forget all the work I’ve done to get him to marry me. Well I can’t, and I won’t. I love him, I have taught him to love me. He does love me now and I’m not giving up on all that.” Seneca: “You have to.” Rae: “NO, I don’t have to. The first time I met him he was with Jill. I knew then, that it wouldn’t be easy. But I also knew I could do it and I did. I made him into a political ally, I made him into my friend and I made him into my lover. And he forgot about her, he left her, and he will leave her again. I will see to that, I will make him do that. And this time, it’ll be a lot easier, and it’ll be for good because he now knows what I has to offer him and he’ll come back to me, you’ll see. He will come back.” Seneca wishes her luck hopes that Jill doesn’t get hurt, because Frank Ryan is just no good for her. An emotional Rae says: “I just can’t give him up.” Rae and Seneca leave, hoping things will feel better in the morning. Unobserved by Rae and Seneca, Frank and Jill have listened to Rae’s tirade from the deck of the beach house.

Episode 1081 [Missing] August 30, 1979 Friday August 21, 2009

Joe and Siobhan come back from dinner. He tells her he’s glad his uncle approves of her and that he’s never brought anybody else to meet Tiso. He tells her that he loves her. He ask her if she loves him, but Siobhan is not prepared to answer the question. He asks her who else has she loved, so he can get an idea about where she has been emotionally. She tells him there was someone, but they weren’t right for each other and it’s over. Joe says (good”. Mary wakes up and panics when Jack is not in bed next to her. She finds him on their balcony staring off into space. He’s thinking about (the people he loves”. Frank rages to Jill about how angry he is with Rae’s beautifully orchestrated manipulations to (acquire” him. He would love to lay into her. He admits that it wouldn’t have happened unless he wanted it to. Rae had a lot to offer him and he wanted it all. Jill reasons that Rae shared the same ambitions as Frank, and he did care a lot about her. Jill points out that Rae did the things she did because she loves him, as suffocating as it might be. The same way Seneca is. But they both realize that they need and want to be free and with each other. Jill worries that Rae and Seneca can do a lot of damage. Rae, especially concerning Frank’s political career. Frank brings up the choice he made a year ago, when he chose the campaign over Jill, and how he’s regretted it every day since. Now that same choice is here again, but knowing what it’s like to lose Jill, .Rae and Seneca can do whatever they want, he needs Jill with him. They kiss, and make love. Pat talks to Maeve about the situation with Nancy and about Adam Cohen. Maeve asks Pat if he’s considering ending it with Nancy, and Pat responds that Adam would love it, and so would Beryl. Pat concludes that his love for Nancy can bring her nothing but misery, but he can’t give her up yet. And he also can’t leave things the way they were left that evening. Jack and Mary She is upset and needs to talk. She’s afraid that she’s not spending enough time with Ryan and Jack. She wants to tell Thatcher that she’s going to cut back at work, give up the 6:00 news and maybe just do a few features. Jack is thrilled. They embrace.

Joe tells Siobhan he intends to marry her. After making love, Jill tells Frank that (this has to be the best night of my life”. She can’t believe that they’ve woken up side by side. They wonder how they let things had get so complicated. Frank admits that his ambition and ego got in the way, and Jill admits that he was right about her and (marriage”,. that she deliberately puts up barriers. They tell each other that they are wonderful. They start to think about going back to reality. Jill’s going to ask Seneca for an immediate divorce. Frank will find Rae and tell her as simply and as kindly as possible. Jill reminds Frank that she may react like the proverbial (woman scorned”. The put off going for a little while because they have a lot of time to make up. They kiss.

Episode 1082 [Missing] August 31, 1979 Friday August 21, 2009

Rae calls Bob and wakes him up. She demands to know if he’s heard anything from Frank. Bob is annoyed and hangs up on her. She calls back, contrite. She knows that Frank is with Jill, but she is confident that he just needs to get Jill out of his system and he will return to her. Bob feels bad and says he’s just grumpy in the morning. He’ll let her know as soon as he hears anything. Frank and Jill come back from a romp in the ocean. They know they have to go back an face the music. Jill say that it will be harder for Frank, but made a little easier because he overheard Rae’s manipulation of him. Frank says that he shouldn’t be with a woman who spent 18 months (acquiring” him. But he’s not going to let her know he heard it because it would make Rae feel like a fool. She has given him a lot of love, while she was (acquiring” him. She has a problem with rejection. Optimistically, he thinks after the fury and the treats, she’ll accept it. They prepare to go back to the real world.

Nancy and Adam walk all night and end up at Greenburg’s. They order breakfast. Adam tells Nancy that he’s fallen in love with her. He knows she loves Pat, and he accepts that. In the meantime, Can they can be friends? He doesn’t want to stand between her and Pat, but are they still going to go to the Central Park concert that night, as planned. She says yes. Frank goes to see Rae. She is very glib and nonchalant when he arrives. (That must have been the longest 15 minutes on record”. He tells her that he spent the night with Jill and she says (Let’s just call it a prolonged farewell, and skip the details”. Frank says that it wasn’t a (farewell”, it started out that way, but everything changed. He went to her office to say goodbye, they got stuck in the elevator and talked. When it was over, they still needed to talk. She tells him she never thought of checking the elevator, but she checked EVERYWHERE ELSE. He know that she’s hurting. She asked where they ended up finishing their talk and he says Jill’s beach house. Rae looks stricken, thinking he might have heard what she said to Seneca, and says that they checked there. He said they must have been out on the dunes. Frank tells Rae: (The simple truth is I belong with Jill and I shouldn’t marry you. But it’s not that simple, it’s sad and its tangled. I’ve loved you and you’ve loved me, it hasn’t been all good between us, but love has been there. But it’s over between us. I know this is hurting you and I don’t want to do that, but I have to make a choice while I still can. The right choice” Rae breezily tosses it off and says, he just needs to rest and they’ll talk about it later. (It’s over Rae, I can’t stay” She is determined. (Nothing is over, except your blindness about Jillian Coleridge. You finally decided to work out your feelings with Jill, which I’ve been begging you to do for months and if you’ve done that, it’s been worth this whole miserable night. Now we can finally have an open relationship from now on.” He says, (I understand what you’re saying, to a point, but we’re not going anywhere from here. Not in an hour, not ever. She says “You gave her a whole night to talk to you. I want the same thing. It’s my right and I demand it. If you think I am just going to let you walk out of my life, you are out of your mind. She tells him he’s confused about the situation, but she will explain all of it to him. And he will listen to every damn word she says. Nancy comes home and Beryl is beside herself with delight, that Nancy was out all night with Adam. She tells her mother that Adam told her he was in love with her. When Beryl’s hopes get raised, Nancy tells her that she still loves Pat and she and Adam are just friends, even though he’s be the perfect catch, according to Beryl and her father. Rae tells Frank. (You’ve planned a wedding, a marriage and a lifetime with me and it’s all still on. It’s endangered at the moment, because Jillian showed up at the 11th hour”. She says that Jill pulled her classic move, only wanting him because he’s unavailable . Well this time it’s going to go Rae’s way. She’s determined to save everything that they have worked for and will fight as long and as hard as necessary. Frank says that he’s prepared to take what comes. Rae says what comes is: a shared future with each other. We can’t separate politics and a personal life. Frank tells her (The plans are off. We are not getting married. I’ll help you call them off anyway you want, I will not leave you with that burden. We’re different, but I do care about you” Rae lets it slip that she saw Jill before she left, and how Jill had told her that a Rae/Frank marriage would never work. Frank realizes that Rae knew all along that Jill was leaving, and deliberately kept him in bed to keep him away from Jill. He hates to think how many other times she’s (maneuvered” him like that. But it will never happen again. She claims she hasn’t maneuvered him. She’s loved him and stood by him and that Jill won’t, because she doesn’t know how. Jill only wants him when she can’t have him. She hates the public life. She says: (Frank, I can’t stop you from leaving this apartment, but I can stop a lot of other things. Maybe everything.” He says: (I told you, I’ll take what comes.” Goodbye Rae. And he leaves. Furious and heartbroken, Rae resolves: “You won’t like what comes. I’ll be damned if I make it easy for you to get away from me”

September 1979 Daily Recaps

Episode 1083 [Missing] September 3, 1979 Monday August 24, 2009

Jill arrives home to an worried Seneca. She tells him that there has been a change of plans: she’s not going to San Francisco, but nothing has changed between the two of them. She says that something “very ordinary happened but something amazing came out of it”. The first thing that happened was she got stuck in an elevator, but the second thing was that Frank was stuck there with her. Seneca rails that he predicted it. Every major decision in her life has been a reaction to Frank Ryan. Jill admits that Seneca was partly right about her. She was running away and denying old feelings and the time spent in the elevator with Frank, gave her the opportunity to think about those things. She tells him she will marry Frank, as soon as she is free. He says: A I can spare you that, Jillian you’ll never marry Frank Ryan, I will never give you a divorce.”

Frank apprises Bob of the recent events. Bob plays devils advocate and reminds Frank of just how far a scorned Rae may go. Frank is determined to marry Jill, and Bob reminds him that Jill may be a source of political waves. She is, after all, a married woman, and that could be devastating to him in the press. Frank is confident that it won’t be a problem once she gets her divorce. Bob questions: When do you think that will be?

Johnny is upset about Siobhan’s being with Joe, Maeve reasons that she doesn’t think that Siobhan is serious about Joe, but she is happy that he is around to lift Siobhan’s spirits. Siobhan comes home in a great mood and tells her parents that she met Uncle Tiso. She tells them how he pretended to be a waiter, and she figured him out. Johnny expresses concern over any involvement with Tiso, but Siobhan points out “Anyway, Tiso is not the man of my dreams”. Johnny mutters, “Well as long as Joe Novak isn’t.” She hears that and tells them that she might be falling in love with Joe

As Johnny struggles with the beer keg, Jack, Mary and Ryan come in. Jack offers to help a frazzled Johnny with the keg, while in the kitchen, Mary tells Maeve of her plans to cut her work hours back so that she can spend more time with her family, which should be her first priority. Johnny, tells Jack about Siobhan’s exploits with Joe and Uncle Tiso, Jack looks concerned (and not too happy) when Johnny tells him that Siobhan might be falling love with Joe! Bob and Frank go at it and Frank asks Bob when he became such a cynic. Bob apologizes, and predicts a happy ending for Frank and Jill. Jill tells Seneca that sooner or later he will give her a divorce, and Seneca counters with sooner or later she will come back to him an that Frank will not stay with her. His public will call, and he will choose then over Jill. Jill says: “I will not lose him again, and he is not going to lose me.” Seneca says “And I am damn well not going to lose you either”, She says: “You already have.” She tells him that she wants him out of her apartment. When he protests, she tells him to check it out with his lawyer and he says he’d rather check it out with “The Senator”. Jack defends Joe to Johnny, and says that he is clean and that Johnny wouldn’t like any man Siobhan brought home and he’s just being an overprotective father. Johnny tells Jack that he’ll feel the same way, when his own daughter grows up. Johnny tells a protesting Maeve that he is going to Sheepshead Bay, to get to know Joe better, and so that Joe can reassure him to his face.

Episode 1084 [Missing] September 4, 1979 Monday August 24, 2009

A devastated Rae, answers the door, and receives a wedding gift. After reading the card that wishes her and Frank: “May your future be as filled with joy as today”, she hurls the vase to the fireplace, shattering it to pieces. Seneca confronts Frank. Frank was expecting him. Seneca tells him that he will not allow him to hurt Jill anymore. He will give Frank a scandal if he want one. He says that he will tell the newspapers that he is suing Frank for alienation of affection. “the Senator and his married ex-mistress”. Frank says that Seneca can bring it on. He won’t be able to do anything to keep them away from each other. Frank says that he can’t believe that he would do that to Jill and Seneca says that he will do anything to keep Frank from hurting her, and wonders how long it will be before he leaves Jill just like he walked out on Rae. Rae is looking at the crumbled pieces of the vase in the fireplace when the Roger arrives, sympathetic. She tells him she doesn’t want his sympathy. She is sure that Frank will come back to her. When Roger tries to convince her otherwise, she stands firm, then falls apart under the emotional weight of the situation. She has six hundred people coming to a wedding in a couple of days, what is she supposed to do? She’s afraid of losing face. Roger tries to make Rae realize that it is over between her and Frank, but Rae isn’t having any of it. “He is not going to walk out on me. I have loved him, I have given to him. I’ve given him everything he’s ever wanted, and I can take it away just as easily. Roger, I swear to you, he will not forget me, I don’t know what it will take, but he will not forget me.” Frank tells Seneca that he’s sorry if they are hurting anybody, but nothing is going to stop them, and yes, he is willing to give up his political career for Jill. When Seneca tells Frank that he’s not bluffing about going to the press, Frank says he didn’t think he was, and says: “Start your scandal, I’ll take the chance. Sometimes you do what you have to do.” Johnny confronts Joe about Siobhan and his Joe’s ties with Tiso. Joe expresses to Johnny his love for his uncle, as family (because family is important), but his own business practices are all above- board. Finally he tell Johnny of his love for Siobhan. Joe promises that Johnny will never have any reason to regret Joe coming into Siobhan’s life.

Pat goes to see Beryl Feldman and apologizes to her again. Beryl is kind and sympathetic to Patrick and they have a talk. Beryl gently explains to Patrick how “living for today”, might not be fair to Nancy in the long run, and after 10 years or so, when they break up, Nancy will be left with nothing. No husband, no children, no future. Pat listens and takes it to heart. Beryl tells Pat that he’s wonderful and she can see why Nancy loves him. After Johnny leaves Tiso calls Joe over and asks him who it was that he was talking with. Joe tells him - Siobhan’s father inquiring about his intensions. Tiso asks Joe what his intensions are. Joe tells him that he plans to marry Siobhan. Although Tiso thinks that Siobhan is a great and special girl (a “Pip”) he worries that Siobhan might not be able to handle “the life” that they live. With newspaper reporters and Grand Jury indictments. Does she have the stuff? Joe tells his uncle that Siobhan is a very strong woman. Tiso points out the obstacle of Siobhan’s brother, the Senator, and he would have an aversion to the bad publicity. When Joe asks Tiso if he is telling him that he shouldn’t marry Siobhan, Tiso responds that he should just wait awhile and think it over. Joe says he will, although he already knows what the answer will be.

Episode 1085 [Missing] September 5, 1979 Tuesday August 25, 2009

Nancy leaves Dave’s room and sees Pat in the hall. He tells her that he’s apologized to Beryl for his behavior. He asks Nancy to meet him at the houseboat that night to talk. She tells him she’s sorry, but she can’t because she thought he was working and made other plans. Pat asks if her plans are with Adam. She tells him yes, they are friends. Pat gets angry, and as he leaves he tells her he’ll be waiting at the houseboat, if she changes her mind. Pat then overhears an exuberant Adam invite Nancy to dinner after the concert, which she accepts. Seneca comes to see Rae. After a glib start, Rae tearfully recounts to Seneca the conversation with Frank when he told her it was over. Rae just can’t believe that it’s over. Seneca asks her if it really is over and she resolves, “not all of it, and not by a long shot.” Seneca tells Rae that Jillian asked him to move out, and of his plans to sue Frank for alienation of affection and give the story to every newspaper in the state. Rae tells Seneca that it’s not the answer. Frank can get noble when he’s pressured, and Rae will look like a fool. She’s prepared a statement outlining the story they want people to know. Seneca thinks that Rae has given up and is forgetting everything. She assures Seneca that she is not forgetting and neither will Frank. She doesn’t know exactly what she’s going to do, but she just needs some time to figure it out. In the meantime, Rae pleads with Seneca to hold off the lawsuit and just keep Jill tied up in the marriage. She vows: “I’ll do whatever I have to do, I swear to you, he’ll be sorry.” Frank surprises Maeve in the kitchen at Ryan’s. He tells her that after a long night, he and Jill are back together. An happy Siobhan comes to see Patrick at the hospital and invites him to take her out to dinner to catch up. She tells him that she might be in love. Although he’s happy for her, he has his own problems with Nancy and he passes on going out to dinner. Nancy is distracted at the concert. She asks Adam if he would mind if she left. Being a gentlemen, Adam knows that she has to do what she has to do and lets her off the hook. She leaves a disappointed Adam sitting by himself. Mauve is thrilled that Frank and Jillian are back together where they belong. Although she feels bad about Rae. Frank hopes that in time Rae will come to accept things and move on. They talk about the good life they have in store. There will be problems with Seneca, but in the long run, they will be married and with a brother or sister for Little John. Maeve has a sad moment thinking about Edmund and what might have been. But they should just be grateful for him, the short time he was on earth. But now Frank and Jill will be able to keep a little part of Edmund, through their love. Maeve never gave up hope that Jill and Frank would find their way back to each other. Frank goes upstairs to explain the situation to Little John. Rae shows up in the kitchen, catching Maeve off guard. Maeve expresses her sympathy for Rae, and tells her that she’s always welcome there. A rather bitter Rae responds with “Funny, I never was before.” She wishes that Maeve could have accepted her because it might have been different for Frank if she had. Then she asks Maeve if there was ever a moment where she thought that it would work, that Frank loved Rae and that Maeve was truly happy for the two of them. Maeve is flustered by the question, but answers truthfully. She tried, and she likes Rae and is grateful for everything she did for Frank. She’s sorry to hurt Rae, but, she never thought that Rae was right for Frank and that he belonged with Jill. Frank returns to the kitchen to find Rae. Rae tells him that they have some things they need to discuss. A morose Pat is on the houseboat looking through memorabilia of happier times between him and Nancy. Nancy arrives on the houseboat.

Episode 1086 September 6, 1979 Tuesday August 25, 2009

Nancy tells Pat her reasons for leaving Adam at the concert and assures him that regardless of who she goes out with that she still loves Pat very much.  Rae gives Frank her statement regarding their breakup and promises to continue to be there for Frank in their political and professional relationship at a minimal contact.  Joe arrives to ask Jack a few questions about Johnny and learns that Johnny will have a problem with any other man taking his place in his daughter's lives.  Later, when Jack learns how deep Joe's feelings are for Siobhan he asks him again to confirm that he is clean and tells him that he is protective about Siobhan and that he wants to see her happy.  On the houseboat, Pat shocks Nancy when he tells her that they must separate.  Meanwhile, Jill arrives at Ryan's at the tail end of Rae's meeting with Frank and learns of their plans to remain attached in a political sense.  As she is leaving, Rae is angered when she overhears Jill telling Frank that she does not trust Rae.  When Johnny comes in and sees Rae leaving in such a huff, he goes into the kitchen to inquire on her behavior and is further confused when he sees Frank and Jill in a loving embrace.

Episode 1087 September 7, 1979 Wednesday August 26, 2009

Delia arrives for a visit with Siobhan with a news article about Tiso.  Tiso is curious when Siobhan tells her that she met him and that the things from the article do not add up with what she previously thought about him.  Mary gives Jack the good news about Frank and Jill.  Jack tells Mary that Rae is printing his story about Joe and that she has asked for an additional three installments.  At the houseboat, Pat reminds Nancy of his conversation with Beryl and tells her that since she has made it clear that she is not going to marry him, they need to part.  Nancy tells Pat that she loves him and wants to be with him for as long as he will have her.  When Pat refuses to change his mind, a heartbroken Nancy leaves the houseboat.  Delia offends Joe when she tells him about the article and questions him as to whether or not it is true.  Joe receives a phone call from an unknown party and leaves without explanation.  Afraid that the call could have something to do with Joe's involvement with Tiso, Siobhan calls Jack for reassurance and is told that Joe is clean as far as his uncle is concerned.  Fascinated that Siobhan met Tiso at the restaurant, Jack decides to take a trip out to Sheepshead Bay for lunch.

Episode 1088 September 10, 1979 Wednesday August 26, 2009

Maeve celebrates Jill and Frank's happiness and tells Jill that there is nothing that she wanted for the two of them more than their getting back together.  Meanwhile, Rae calls to get the name of a good scandal reporter when she learns that a reporter has learned the truth about her and Frank and is printing it in her column.  Maeve comforts Pat when he tells her of his decision to end things with Nancy.  When Delia overhears, she congratulates Pat for doing the right thing and reminds him that Nancy is better suited with Adam.  When Pat leaves, Delia is hurt when Maeve tells her that she had no business meddling in Pat's business and refuses to acknowledge that what she did was of some good to the Ryan family.  Delia tells Maeve that all she wanted was a little gratitude then gets out as fast as she can when she slips and tells Maeve that she at least deserves a little gratitude for single-handedly saving Ryan's.  Frank analyzes the possible political consequences of his broken engagement with Rae and assures everyone that Rae is going to handle it all with as much dignity and grace as possible.  Meanwhile, the scandal reporter arrives at Rae's and readily accepts his assignment to get as much footage of Frank and Jill as possible.

Episode 1089 September 11, 1979 Thursday August 27, 2009

While reading the newspaper Jill and Frank are horrified when they find an article printed about them in a gossip column.  Their dismay is heightened further when pictures of them are taken as Frank and Jill kiss goodbye outside her apartment.  Later, Frank questions the photographer but fails to get the information that he requested and he and Jill are forced to realize how intense the publicity of their relationship might become.  Meanwhile, Delia reads the gossip column and relishes in Jill and Frank's pain - to Roger's disgust.  When Johnny arrives for a private conversation with Delia, a non-too happy Roger goes into the restroom to give them some privacy.  Johnny rants at Delia for breaking her promise about letting Maeve in on her saving Ryan's and fears that he will not be able to get away without telling Maeve the truth.  Later, Roger accuses Delia of being more caught up in her life with the Ryan's and leaves the house so that he will not have to hear another conversation with anything to do with the Ryan's.  Joe calls with an invitation to Siobhan for a visit and night in Sheepshead Bay.  Later, Siobhan is mortified when she learns from Joe that Johnny paid him a visit to express his displeasure in Joe and Siobhan seeing each other.  Later, Siobhan tells Johnny how she feels about his seeing Joe and tells him that she would appreciate it in the future if her were just to mind his business.  Roger arrives for a visit with Rae in an effort to help her through her misery.  Later, Roger leaves when the photographer arrives, unknowing that his business with Rae includes his sister.  Rae is more than pleased with the photos of Frank and Jill and tells the photographer to sell the photos and to keep all of the money for himself.

Episode 1090 September 12, 1979 Thursday August 27, 2009

Delia's efforts to earn sympathy from Roger backfire when he arrives home to dirty dishes and hears that all she can talk about are still the Ryan's.  Siobhan learns just how important it is for Joe to feel safe to be himself and feels that she is very close to the real him.  Jack arrives at the Harborside restaurant and makes a request that is sure to bring Tiso himself to his table.  Roger accuses Delia of being wrapped up in her own world and doing nothing to take care of him.  While he is ranting, Delia cannot get past the fact that after all she has done for the Ryan's that they still do not appreciate her.  Faith appreciates her marriage to Tom and takes a moment to tell him just how much he loves her.  Jack tells Tiso of his relationship to Siobhan and asks him about doing an exclusive interview for his story about Joe.  Tiso refuses Jack's request and also tells him that not only does he not believe that Joe should be mixed up with him but with the other Ryan's as well.  Tom and Faith share a joyous moment together where they agree that they will try to have a baby as soon as Faith finishes her residency.  Meanwhile, Roger demands that Delia begin to act as a wife and take responsibility for keeping things orderly around the apartment.  While they are talking, Roger overhears a bump from upstairs and tries to quiet Delia so that he can figure out what it is.  Just then, a pale and frightened Faith rushes in and tells Roger that Tom has had a terrible fall and needs his help.

Episode 1091 September 13, 1979 Friday August 28, 2009

Roger gives Tom emergency treatment and later demands that Tom go to the emergency room for evaluation.  Seneca calls Rae after seeing the photo and story about Frank and Jill in the evening paper and Rae does a good job pretending that she knows nothing about it.  Meanwhile, Maeve is appalled when Frank arrives at Ryan's and shows her and Jill the photos.  Later, Jill is horrified when Frank tells her of his plans to make a brief statement outlining the truth but realizes that it just might have to be done.  When Frank apologizes to Maeve for the turn that this is taking, Maeve tells him that she is just glad that he and Jill are back together with one another and where they belong.  Roger consoles Faith and acts as a supportive big brother as they wait on Tom's x-rays.  Later, Roger tells Faith that there is nothing that she needs to worry about and tells her that there has been some slight damage to his trachea and that he should be better soon.  Later, Faith calls Jill to cancel their dinner plans and when Jill learns of Tom's condition she tells Faith that she will be right over.  Roger issues orders to the nurse for Tom's overnight care.  Faith promises to wait with Tom until he falls asleep and assures him that she will be back the next morning to be with him.

Episode 1092 September 14, 1979 Friday August 28, 2009

While looking for Roger, Seneca finds Jill outside of Tom's hospital room and questions her about Tom's illness.  Later, he confronts Jill about her picture in the evening paper and asks her how long she intends to subject herself to this misery.  Seneca becomes angrier when Jill tells him that if he is that angry about it then he should give her a divorce and reminds her that he will never give her a divorce.  Later, Roger comes out of Tom's room and explains to an angry Seneca why he is treating Tom when he has patients in neurology that need to be taken care of.  Meanwhile, Faith comforts Tom about his big meeting the next morning and tells him that she is sure that everything will be all right.  Later, Jill tells Faith of her plans to find a job outside of the hospital hoping to put her as far away from Seneca as possible.  When Jill and Faith leave, Tom tells his nurse that he feels worse than he did when they first brought him in.  Jack arrives home to an anxious and worried Mary who is sure that her family is falling apart.  Later, Jack fills Mary in on his afternoon with Tiso, his speculation about Joe and his happiness for them both.  Roger arrives home to a clean apartment and dinner on the table but manages to further insight Delia's wrath when she continues to only think of herself.  Later, the nurse calls worried about Tom and gets further instruction from Roger on handling his case.

Episode 1093 September 17, 1979 Monday August 31, 2009

Jill and Faith are hounded by George as they are entering Ryan's and Jill manages to lock the doors so that he cannot follow them in.  When Frank sees that George is continuing to take pictures through the window, he and Johnny grab George and bring him inside the bar.  Roger is distracted by problems with Delia as Nurse calls with word that Tom isn't feeling well, has headache, and blood pressure is on the rise. As Roger gives her further instruction, Delia makes a huge racket forcing Roger to give her a threat about where she will spend her evening if she continues.  Siobhan and Joe discuss marriage and children, and discover they have differing views when Joe mentions children and Siobhan seems to veto the idea.  Frank lays it on the line for George and makes it clear that he is letting him get away clean this time but that the next time might not be so pretty. Before George leaves, both Jill and Frank send a message with George to his employer making it clear that they know that it is Rae.  Later, Rae is angered by Frank's message and realizes that it is time to pull out all the stops to let Frank see just how big a mistake he made.  Tom is in great trouble and begins to convulse.  The nurse makes a house call to Roger and tells him that he is needed at the hospital stat.  When Roger leaves, he tells Delia to call Faith and tell her to get to the hospital as soon as she can.

Episode 1094 September 18, 1979 Monday August 31, 2009

Roger arrives as Tom is having a seizure, but he is too late to be helpful.  Faith comes in just as Tom dies. Roger is in shock over Tom's death, but he feels that they did everything medically possible to save him.  Later, when thinking over his steps regarding his treatment of Tom, Roger realizes that he missed treating Tom's headache.  Frank and Jill are outraged over the gossip column journalism about them.  When Faith calls with the news about Tom, Jill offers to go over and tells Frank that he cannot go because the possible photographers will only upset Faith more. Frank visits Rae and tells her that regardless of what she does to him, she cannot ruin his career in the Senate: even if she is the one responsible for him getting there. When he leaves, Rae feels triumphant for the first time and considers just what she can do to destroy his political career.  As Jill tires tries to comfort Faith, Roger makes changes in Tom's medical records to cover his own mistakes.  When he tells Faith that he did all that he could to save Tom, Faith tells him that nothing matters since Tom is gone and nothing will bring him back.

Episode 1095 September 19, 1979 Tuesday September 1, 2009

Maeve comforts Faith over Tom's death. She wonders why Tom was taken at a point in their lives where they were making so many plans for their future.  A stunned Roger sits in Lem's, slamming martinis.  When his old medical school professor arrives for their lunch appointment, Roger explains what happened and blames everything on an intern. He is told that making changes to the medical records has placed the intern in serious trouble.  Faith reiterates her belief in Roger to Maeve and tells her that she needs to find Roger and thank him for all that he did to save Tom.  Polly is shocked when she arrives to give Rae emotional support and finds the incriminating letters that Frank signed granting his support of Snow.  Rae tells Polly about her plan to send the documents to Jack. She will give him one day to publicize the documents that she hopes will destroy Frank's political career. Her ultimate plan is to have Jill blamed for the documents' exposure. Ted advises Roger to report his intern to the hospital board for changing the medical records.  Seneca tries to comfort Roger about his position and is unaware that every word out of Roger's mouth about the treatment is a lie.  Rae goes to Jill's office and uses her typewriter to send incriminating material to Jack so that when the finger is pointed, Jill will be blamed.

Episode 1096 September 20, 1979 Tuesday September 1, 2009

Roger comes home a bit drunk and becomes offended when Delia refuses to acknowledge Faith's right to demand Maeve's time as she goes through her time of need over hers as she cries over the fact that she is losing money from her commodities.  Later, Delia stalks out to see her new broker and leaves Roger seeking comfort of his own.  Maeve overhears Johnny tell Kevin of his wish that Delia never helped him save the bar, and later questions Kevin - who becomes very flapped.  In a painful exchange, Jack learns from Siobhan that she is in love with Joe.  Later, Jack assures Siobhan that Joe is clean but cannot make the same vouch for Tiso.  Delia arrives at the brokerage firm and meets Dan, who is instantly on the make. Roger shares a confidence with Rae and shocks her when he tells her that he killed his brother in law.  Maeve demands an explanation from Johnny regarding Delia and the bar and is shocked by what she learns.

Episode 1097 September 21, 1979 Wednesday September 2, 2009

Maeve insists on an answer from Johnny and gets the worst when he tells her that Delia is now the true owner of Ryan's. Rae comforts Roger in his recent turmoil and is forced to appreciate him for her own reason.  Dan pays extra attention to Delia and treats her to lunch and makes it known that he is interested in her. Johnny tells Maeve of his recent loss in the commodities market and his reasons for investing and is forced to re-experience the agony of the past.  Later, Siobhan arrives home and interrupts Maeve and Johnny's conversation.  Dan is smooth and working fast and offers to help Delia with her commodities and any thing else that she should need.  Uncomfortable with where this may be leading, Delia flees.  Rae offers to be as much a friend to Roger as he has been to her and manages to take him to bed.  Siobhan learns that Delia is the owner of Ryan's.  Later, a hurting Maeve tells Johnny what it means to her that he has been lying these past months feels that their marriage has changed dramatically since Johnny has felt the need to lie to her for the past eight months.  Fearing the worse, Siobhan forces her parents to talk to one another hoping that they can get past their hurts.  As they are talking, Delia enters the bar and realizes that things are not as pleasant as they should be.

Episode 1098 [Missing] September 24, 1979 Wednesday September 2, 2009

Delia arrives at Ryans’ in time to be the brunt of Maeve’s anger. She rages at Delia for keeping the secret and for “using” her own conversation for Delia’s investment purposes.. Delia unsuccessfully tries to defend herself, and Siobhan nicely ushers her out. Afterwards, Maeve goes upstairs to be alone. Siobhan tries to comfort a distraught Johnny, but he knows what a disappointment he is to Maeve, as well as Siobhan, and requests some time alone, as well. Jill is at Faith’s discussing Tom’s funeral Mass, when Delia bursts in looking for Roger. A post coital Rae and Roger. Roger tells Rae how he needed to talk about Tom. Rae acknowledges that they have each shared secrets and that they trust each other with said secrets. As he prepares to leave, Roger ask for a promise that they will get together again, and soon. Rae says to count on it. “A loving friend is hard to find”. Roger responds with “Particularly one who knows how to keep a secret”. Oblivious to the fact that Faith and Jill don’t want her there, she proceeds to make herself at home. She puts her foot in her mouth by mentioning the newspaper picture of Jill and Frank. Then, in trying to salvage the situation, she makes the comment that doesn’t Jill wish that Frank was still a cop, this way his private life wouldn’t be anybody’s business. Jill get riled and tells her off. Looking for a way to get rid of Delia, Faith says that she thinks she hears Roger and then tells Delia that they can hear though the floors. Delia notes that her and Roger have been having some arguments lately, and Faith confirms that she’s heard them “talking”. Delia get embarrassed enough to finally leave. After she leaves, Faith wonders what the hell Roger sees in her and Jill admits that after all this time, Delia still gets to her. Joe comforts a troubled Siobhan. She tells him the saga of Johnny’s deception and how being lied to is the worst offense that can happen in a relationship. That total honesty is the best policy. Joe he loves that Siobhan needs him. Roger comes home and Delia looks for his comfort, but he is not up for her selfish antics tonight. He intends to sleep on the couch. Then he tells Delia that their marriage is not what it used to be. Maeve talks with a distraughtly apologetic Johnny. She says that it will take time, and acknowledges it started with him just trying to be good to her family. But she can’t help resent that he chose to share his pain with Delia and Kevin. But that those feelings won’t last forever. “It’s not the money that’s important, what’s important, is us.” Joe ask Siobhan if the truth is important, even if bad or painful. She says yes, she’s hooked on honesty. Joe looks troubled at that statement.

Episode 1099 [Missing] September 25, 1979 Thursday September 3, 2009

Jack is getting Ryan ready for a visit to a “very sad” Aunt Faith, when Mary comes in with the mail. Jack opens his, and reads the incriminating letters about Frank’s involvement with Samuel Snow, with the warning that he has 48 hours to do something with them, or else they will be sent to every other journalist in the city. He tells Mary, they’re not going anywhere, just yet. Joe and Tiso talk about Joe’s dilemma with Siobhan. He tells Tiso that if he and Siobhan married, she would expect total honesty, and he’s unable to do that, he needs his privacy. Tiso thinks it might be for the best for him to end things with Siobhan. She’s not a look-the-other-way kind of girl. Joe makes up his mind to forget Siobhan, because he knows he could never give her the “complete honesty” she wants in a relationship. Mary and Jack can’t believe that the information Jack received about Frank is true. Jack says he has to ask Frank directly, because he may not have a choice about writing the article. Jack goes to see Frank and Bob to find out if the allegations are true. Frank vehemently denies it. Jack asks him if he’s made any enemies in the last year. Is there anyone he’s gotten rid of? Anyone he may have wronged? Frank says he’s going to need some time to think about it, but in the meantime, he’s calling in the FBI. Maybe they can come up with something. Bob will head up to New Hampshire and see if he can find out anything from the people there who are spearheading Frank’s Vice Presidential nomination. Nancy sees Pat in the hospital lounge. She needs to talk to him, she still loves him. Pat says unless she is willing to marry him, they have nothing to talk about. She refuses again, not because of religion, but that she’s not ready to get married yet. To anyone. Pat tells Nancy that maybe she doesn’t love him enough. She denies it. Pat says, “It’ll get easier, as time goes by”. Nancy says she can’t wait for a few years, when they can act like casual acquaintances. Pat says, “Goodbye Nancy”. After she leaves, he says, “I love you”. Jack wants to help, but Frank doesn’t think it’s a good idea. Jack asks again if he’s thought about who it could be that set him up. Frank says “Rae”. Jack wondered how long it would be before he said that. Frank says she’s the first person he thought of, and she was in the office when Samuel Snow offered the ten thousand dollar campaign contribution, which he turned down. He has trouble believing it would be Rae, because this deal was in the works long before Frank broke up with her. So it would have had to been formulated while they were still together. Frank says that he is going to have to put some questions to Rae.

Episode 1100 September 26, 1979 Thursday September 3, 2009

Jack is very upset about his role in Frank's situation and hopes they can find out who is responsible before his story breaks.  Rae delights in prospect of Jill being thought responsible for Frank's troubles and hopes that this will mean the end of their relationship.  Kevin is reassured that Maeve and Johnny have made up but realizes that Maeve is still angry.  Later, Kevin is grim when Delia arrives until he realizes that the brunt of Maeve's left over anger is directed at Delia.  Jack hammers away trying to find out the truth about Frank's situation searching for the truth.  Frank arrives to see Rae about her relationship with Samuel Snow.  Maeve extracts small measure of revenge, and gives Delia false clue about the commodities market.  Later, when Maeve feels remorseful about what she has done, Kevin reassures her and says that Delia had it coming to her.  Rae denies having any contact with Snow outside of what he knew about and tries to convince him that she had nothing to do with what is happening to him.  Later, when Frank mentions the FBI investigation, Rae tells him that the investigation may just prove that the person trying to sabotage him may just turn out to be someone near and dear to him.

Episode 1101 September 27, 1979 Friday September 4, 2009

Joe arrives to see Siobhan and tells her they aren't going to see another again. Later, Johnny realizes that something is wrong with Siobhan but decides to give Siobhan her space.  Frank gives Jill a copy of the incriminating letter and gives her the details of the uncomfortable part that Jack is forced to play.  When Jill asks how his parents have handled the news, Frank tells her that they are unaware and that he is going to tell them later this morning.  From the advice that she received from Maeve, Delia instructs Dan to invest all in wool.  When he objects, Delia reminds him of the recent success that she has been experiencing while taking her lead from Maeve and demands that he follow her directive.  Mary arrives at Ryan's to give Frank a bit of emotional support.  Bob calls Frank and reports that the FBI have arrived in New Hampshire and that things do not look good for them on the information front.  Later, Frank tells his parents about the investigation and what it could mean to his career.  When Johnny turns on Jack, Maeve and Frank jump to his defense and tells Johnny that Jack is in just as bad a spot as Frank and that they should go easy on him.  Much later, when Jack finds Siobhan crying in the parlor and learns that her relationship with Joe has come to an end he encourages her to go and find Joe and to insist on an answer to his questions.

Episode 1102 September 28, 1979 Friday September 4, 2009

Roger tells Jill that he is taking the death of Tom pretty hard and admits that he feels responsible.  Later, when Jill tells Roger of Frank's desperate situation, Roger decides to pay Rae a visit.  Controlling her hysteria, Siobhan arrives to see Joe and demands an explanation.  The two are interrupted by the arrival of an angry fisherman who demands to speak to Joe about some money that he is owed.  Nancy arrives at the hospital to see Pat and shocks him when she tells him that she is moving to San Antonio.  After the two share a painful and emotional goodbye, Nancy bids farewell to Adam - a moment which is clearly less painful.  Roger arrives at Rae's apartment and tries to intervene on Frank's behalf and finds himself blackmailed into keeping her secret to himself.  When Joe escorts his angry employee into his office, Tiso sits with Siobhan to explain to her that all is well and that Joe is not in any danger.  Later, Joe refuses to indulge Siobhan with an answer and she takes this as a final goodbye.  When Siobhan leaves, Tiso reminds Joe of what Siobhan has just witnessed and suggests to him that perhaps it would be best if he married Siobhan.

October 1979 Daily Recaps

Episode 1103 October 1, 1979 Monday September 7, 2009

Frank gives his family the latest FBI findings and the family concurs that only Rae could be behind it.  Later, Frank pleads with his family to stand by him and warns them that this could cost him the Senate.  Meanwhile, Siobhan and Pat share their relationship troubles with one another and are frustrated that neither of them knows what to do next.  Johnny accuses Jack of having held onto his grudge against Frank and tells him that he is using this very opportunity to write the story about Frank that he wanted to write not so long ago.  Frank and Maeve come to Jack's defense and assure Johnny that Jack is in no better position than Frank.  Joe appeals to Siobhan to forget his breaking off their relationship and begs her to take him back.  Siobhan tells him that she refuses to be put on the shelf one minute and off the other and that his decision to end their relationship will stand.  Maeve tries to comfort Frank and assures him that they know that Frank is innocent and that they will stand with him until the truth is found out.  At home, Mary reads what Jack is writing about Frank and weeps.

Episode 1104 [Missing] October 2, 1979 Monday September 7, 2009

Everyone reads Jack’s article about Frank. Frank reads it aloud to Jill. Johnny and Maeve read it silently. Delia is reading and starts to cry. Roger tries to comfort her, until he learns that the reason for her distress has nothing to do with compassion for Frank and the Ryan’s, but her own drastic loss in commodities. He berates her for her selfishness, she in turn, tells him that he’s also self absorbed. She places a call to an anxious Dan Fox. Dan gives her the sympathy that Roger wouldn’t give her. She inform him that she will come by and see him to try to remedy the situation, after she makes a stop at Maeve’s. When Roger makes a snide comment about Delia’s broker, she replies that at least he is willing to devote some time to her, unlike her husband. Delia stops by Ryan’s and feigns moral support for Frank’s situation. She tries to pump Maeve for tips, but Maeve isn’t being forthcoming. After several attempts to ply Maeve with different foods, Maeve catches on to Delia’s ruse and she retaliates by voicing her still-strong love of bananas. After Delia hurriedly leaves, Maeve tell Johnny about what she did to Delia as Frank and Jill arrive. Delia tells Dan Fox that she’s always counted on Maeve, and Dan tells her that she’s letting her personal feelings cloud her judgment. Delia has confidence that bananas will bounce back and wants to keep her money in them. Dan warns her she is making a serious mistake. When she starts to cry, he soothingly tells her to trust him, he wants to guide her and will see her through to a brighter day. Frank tells Johnny and Maeve that the FBI hasn’t come up with anything and it doesn’t look good for him. Kenny, a long-time neighborhood friend, comes to the bar. He demands an explanation from Frank about the accusations in the paper. He outlines his support of Frank over the years and how angry and disappointed he is that Frank has sold out just like every other politician. Frank tells Kenny that he was framed, but Kenny isn’t buying it and he leaves in disillusionment.

Episode 1105 [Missing] October 3, 1979 Tuesday September 8, 2009

Rae skillfully answers questions from the FBI regarding the allegations against Frank. After they leave, a relieved Rae calls Roger at the hospital to arrange a rendezvous that afternoon, after Roger gets off duty. She then pulls out a cassette tape recorder. A brooding Joe tells his uncle Tiso that his attempt to make things right with Siobhan was unsuccessful. He admits that maybe Tiso was right about Siobhan and he should just forget her. Tiso disagrees now and thinks that Siobhan is a strong girl. Adam finds a depressed Pat in the staff lounge. They commiserate over the loss of Nancy. Adam acknowledges that Pat’s feelings were stronger than his own and indirectly encourages Pat to go after her. Pat thanks Adam and rushes off. Joe calls Siobhan and after hanging up on him a few times, she speaks to him. He tells her that initially his reasons for breaking up with her were for her own good, but he still loves her. He wants her back and wants to come see her. Siobhan is too upset, hurt and angry to see him, and she needs time to figure it out. She’ll call him when she’s ready. Tiso advises Joe to “fix it” with Siobhan. When Rae’s doorbell rings, she switches on the tape recorder and slips it under the couch. She opens the door to a rather distant Roger. She tries to coax him out of his mood and she acknowledges that he is angry with her. He tells her he doesn’t like being blackmailed. Rae reasons that she’s not blackmailing him, that they are merely two loving friends that have shared some secrets and if one of them were to break the trust, the other would have the right to betray any confidence. She gets Roger to outline the mistake he made with Tom’s diagnosis again, only unbeknownst to Roger, she is getting it on tape. They toast to a very “special friendship”.

Episode 1106 [Missing] October 4, 1979 Tuesday September 8, 2009

Reporters converge outside in the waiting room of Frank’s office. Georgia does her best to keep them bay. They demand to see Frank, but she tells them he will give a statement the next day. Inside the office, Frank, Bob and Jack discuss tactics. Ross, from the National Committee calls Frank and tells him that he will be coming to see him, with another member named Parnell. When Bob hears of the additional party involved he thinks it can’t good for Frank. An hysterical Delia bursts into Franks office to see Bob. Bob does his best to calm Dee down. She’s lost all her money in commodities. She tells him she needs his help and he complies, until he realizes she wants a loan to invest in more commodities. Even when she threatens suicide, he stands firm and informs her that she shouldn’t be calling her broker, she should call her psychiatrist, Dr. Pagano. FBI agent Hannity questions Maeve. She tells him she believes Frank was framed. When he asks her if Frank has any enemies, she reluctantly tells him that the only person she could think who would want revenge on Frank would be Rae Woodard. Then Hannity asks her if there is anyone who is a friend of Frank’s, that might want him out of politics for his own good. Specifically, Jillian Beaulac. Flustered, Maeve responds that Jill may have made a comment here or there, but it came out of her own need for privacy. Nothing that would stand in the way of Frank’s career. After Agent Hannity leaves, Jack comes in and Maeve tells him that the agent suggested that Jill could be behind all the trouble. Delia call Dan Fox and he suggests she come right over so they can talk about it. Jacks sets Maeve’s mind to rest and tells her that is standard operating procedure for the FBI. Maeve tells Jack that she’s very unsettled, not just because of Frank, but Patrick. It seems he left the night before to go to San Antonio after Nancy. He going to see how it goes with Nancy, but there is an opening on the staff at the San Antonio Hospital. Maeve also tells Jack that even Johnny, thought that Jack did a fine job on the article. Ross and Parnell arrive to see Frank. Parnell opens with “Gentlemen, it’s a tough situation”. Frank questions if they believe him. and he wants to know what is going on. They tell him, “You are on your own till you clear this thing up. You can’t involve the party because there is too much danger that you’ll drag us down with you.” They tell Frank that the accusations are much too strong and he’s fighting for his life. Possibly a losing battle. A sobbing Delia finds consolation in the soothing arms of Dan Fox.

Episode 1107 [Missing] October 5, 1979 Wednesday September 9, 2009

An upset and crying Delia is in Dan Fox’s office. He consoles her and sets in motion his plan of seduction. He arranges with his secretary to have their meeting interrupted by telephone calls, so that he can whisk her away to the Corporate apartment for a quiet and private consultation. Frank and Bob are with Maeve and Johnny in the Ryan living room. They are being hounded by the press, both by telephone and down on the street outside. They discuss the FBI questioning, and Maeve tells Frank that it was her impression that the FBI seems to think that it was Jillian that sent the evidence to Jack. When a reporter intrudes, Maeve throws him out. Jill goes to see Seneca and begs him for a quick divorce. Seneca is unrelenting and self serving and vehemently refuses. He claims he is doing this to save her from her destructive self. Jill calls him cruel and vindictive and says she will never forgive him. Dan brings Delia to the Corporate apartment, where he tells her that she should count on him, not Maeve. He’s willing to extend her credit, so that she can invest with his guidance. He instructs his accounting department to put $25 thousand dollars of his own money into her account. Dee is suitably impressed, but when Dan tells her she’s the most beautiful client they’ve ever had, she gets nervous and leaves. Little John comes home from school, upset by a schoolmate’s taunts that Frank “sold out”. With Jill by his side, Frank tries to ease Little John’s distress. Frank promises Little John that nothing bad is going to happen to him, or anybody in the family because they have each other and they love each other. When a TV crew arrives for a statement, Frank leaves Little John in the capable hands of Maeve. Bob receives a call with the latest FBI findings. He glumly tells them that the whole report was mostly about Jill. Apparently, the covering letter was typed on Jill’s typewriter and they found an extra copy of the documents in Jill’s files.

Episode 1108 October 8, 1979 Wednesday September 9, 2009

As shock waves follow radio report on Jill as possible source of information against Frank, she is stunned at sense she is being considered as suspect. Roger tries to help Faith work through her unhappiness.  Later, when the two overhear the news about Jill on the radio Roger goes out on an errand.  Later, Roger arrives at Rae's apartment with purpose of getting Rae to ease pressure on Jill.  Later, Roger is blackmailed by Rae and told that in order to keep his job that he has to accuse Jill of being the one to send those papers to Frank.  Maeve misdirects Delia in the commodities market again and feels a bit of regret at doing so.  Rae and Roger arrive to see the family and all are shocked when Roger tells them that the information was broadcast over the radio.  Later, when Roger refuses to accuse Jill but instead states that there is no way that she could have done this to Frank Rae leaves in a rage and very determined to make Roger pay.  An upset Jill is convinced basic situation is not going to be all right and fears that everyone will continue to believe the worst.

Episode 1109 October 9, 1979 Thursday September 10, 2009

Delia calls Dan with another tip for the commodities market and becomes a bit nervous when Dan insists that Delia meet him at the Corporate Apartment.  Meanwhile, Roger arrives to confront a furious Rae, who learns that she has met her match when Roger reminds her that he has criminal information about her and Snow and that he will use it if she continues forth with her plans.   Delia thwarts Dan's plans for their afternoon by bringing Little John along as a chaperone.  Later, Delia goes ahead and invests her money in wool, despite Dan's objections.  Meanwhile, Frank affirms for Jill his trust that she had nothing to do with the documents being mailed to Jack.  Later, Frank and Jill reaffirm their love for one another, in spite of all the difficulties they face.  Delia and Roger get into a fight when Roger becomes upset that she has not done any of her duties around the house.  Later, when Roger tells Delia that he does not want to hear another word about her commodities Delia hints to Roger that a man is after her but Roger dismisses those hints as an effort by Delia to manipulate him.

Episode 1110 October 10, 1979 Thursday September 10, 2009

A dejected Joe tells Tiso of Siobhan's refusal to consider starting their relationship again and is told by Tiso that marrying Siobhan is the answer to his troubles.  Later, Joe calls Ryan's and is told that Siobhan is asleep and that he should call her back in the morning.  Frank awaits a visit from the National Ethics Committee and is forced to realize that the situation is bad no matter what way you look at it.  Later, when the committee representative arrives he lays out things as he sees it and offers Frank a deal.  Siobhan is frightened when in the middle of the night she finds a man on her fire escape until she realizes that it is Joe.  Later, Joe makes a plea in person and Siobhan tells him that she will have to think things through before she can make a decision about their future. Later, Maeve arrives in Siobhan's room curious as to the noise that she has heard and learns that Siobhan is still in love with Joe but confused as to whether or not she should continue their relationship.  Frank is told since he cannot prove his innocence then he needs to do all that he can to spare the party from being embarrassed.  Later, Frank is stunned when Jerry tells the reporters that Frank is moving toward a decision that will be best for the country.

Episode 1111 October 11, 1979 Friday September 11, 2009

Frank explains the alternatives to his parents and that if he resigns from office then the charges against him will be dropped.  Later, Maeve becomes upset when Johnny begins smoking a cigarette since he has given these up long ago.  Meanwhile, Rae regrets what she has done to Frank but also realizes that it is way too late to do anything about it.  Frank arrives at Seneca's office to ask him to give Jill a divorce but Seneca refuses Frank's request.  Later, Seneca accuses Frank of all the charges against him and tells him that he plans to protect Jill from Frank as long as he has to.  As Roger and Delia spend a strained evening at home, Delia must cope with a call from Dan and Roger a call from Rae.  As Johnny bemoans the loss of Frank's career and all that he's worked for, Maeve retains faith in Frank.  Meanwhile, Rae admits to Roger how sorry she is for allowing her jealousy to damage Frank's career and Roger promises to come over the next day to help her talk things through.  Later, Rae goes to answer her doorbell and nearly faints when she finds her daughter standing there with her suitcase in hand.

Episode 1112 October 12, 1979 Friday September 11, 2009

Rae is appalled when she learns that her daughter has come to New York to be with her in order to become an actress.  Siobhan tells Faith about Joe her fears that their relationship will cause more problems than they are able to handle.  Faith encourages Siobhan to make the most of love when she is fortunate enough to have found it and offers her the beach house for the weekend so that she and Joe can work things through.  Against Rae's wishes, Kimberly is as determined to remain in New York as Rae is determined that she leave.  Meanwhile, Jack arrives and Rae sends Kimberly to her bedroom in fear of Jack finding out the truth.  Across town, Joe tells Siobhan that he is madly in love with her and begs Siobhan for a chance for them to talk things through.  Later, the two make plans to go out to the beach house.  In an effort to help Frank, Jack tries to convince Rae that he has proof that she is the one that set Frank up, but without success. Later, Rae has no success with Kimberly.

Episode 1113 October 15, 1979 Monday September 14, 2009

Rae defends her reasons to Kim for leaving her to be raised by her grandmother and tells her that she was not the right person to raise her then and she is not the right person now.  Jill is shocked when a reporter arrives at her door to do an article in support of her and Frank but Jill later realizes that the magazine is only interested in the publicity that it will generate.  Later, Frank arrives and succeeds in calming Jill, only to have Bob arrive later with the bad news that his situation is past redeeming.  Meanwhile, Kimberly begs her mother to give her the weekend before she makes a decision about sending her home.  Rae tells Kimberly that there is no way that she is staying in New York and makes arrangements for her to return to Topeka.  As Rae is talking to her pilot, Kimberly runs away.  Frank and Jill have a long talk about the ending of his career and Frank comes to the realization that he will have resign.  Rae calls the police station frantic about Kim and becomes frustrated and hangs up when she the detective remains adamant that he cannot proceed with the report until Rae gives him her name.

Episode 1114 October 16, 1979 Monday September 14, 2009

The family prepares for Frank's resignation.  Frank calls from Washington and assures his family that his resigning is the best thing for him to do.  Meanwhile, Roger arrives home and finds Delia too upset to answer the phone and when he answers Dan hangs up on him.  Later, Delia and Roger have an argument when Delia accuses him of no longer caring about her needs and Roger leaves in hopes of having a few peaceful hours to himself.  After he leaves, Dan calls back and arranges for Delia to meet him at his apartment for breakfast.  Rae calls the detective desperate for information on Kim and becomes agitated when they don't have anything else to tell her.  Later, Roger arrives and is in shock when he learns that Rae has a daughter.  Rae gives Roger the details about Kimberly and her fears that she is still not ready to be the mother that she should be.  Meanwhile, Reporters crowd Ryan's bar in hopes of getting an interview with the family as they await Frank's announcement of the resignation.  Johnny apologizes to Jack for his treatment of him for writing the story of Frank.  Later, Delia arrives and upsets everyone when she tries to get investment information from Maeve during her crisis.  Frank prepares for his last speech as a US Senator.  Later, Frank makes his last appeal to the American public in resignation speech is televised.  Afterward, Jill is hounded by the press and makes a statement on his behalf.  When Johnny comes to Jill and Frank's defense he passes out.

Episode 1115 October 17, 1979 Tuesday September 15, 2009

Rae sits at home and fights hysteria as she worries about Kimberly.  Meanwhile, Kim arrives at a small café and is eyed by person that is up to no good.  Johnny is taken to the emergency room but continues to insist that there is nothing wrong with him and fails to convince Maeve and Jack who are greatly concerned.  The emergency room physician tells Johnny that he is suffering from early warning of cardiac problems and is sent home from the hospital with the warning that he needs to take it easy and have a check up as soon as possible.  Kim meets a guy who seems to be nice who is actually the person that sold Jill her drugs and is looking for another moment to get over on someone.  Siobhan explains to Joe her need to arrive at decision where he is concerned and becomes a bit frustrated when Joe does not agree that it is as serious as she does.  Rae fumes at home regarding Kim's disappearance and the fact that she was unable to send Kim back home as she had originally planned. Meanwhile, Kim makes friends with the drug dealer and rejects his offer for her to live with a friend of his while she makes her way in New York.  Later, when Duke leaves, Kim reaches into her purse to pay her bill and realizes that she has been mugged.  Upset, she runs out of the restaurant to find Duke and is knocked unconscious.

Episode 1116 October 18, 1979 Tuesday September 15, 2009

Kim regains consciousness in emergency room and is stopped by the doctors when she tries to get out of bed to find the guy who mugged her.  Meanwhile, Siobhan and Joe arrive at the beach house and Joe becomes frustrated when Siobhan refuses to discuss marriage with him.  Siobhan points out secret side of Joe's life, and later a phone call confirms it just as Joe is trying to deny it. In the emergency room, Adam becomes frustrated when Kim refuses to give him her name and a person to contact on her behalf.  Frank tells Jill that he feels responsible for his father's warning.  Later, Frank and Jill make plans for their future - which includes sharing a law office.  Kimberly weaves a tale of rejection by her mother in hopes of convincing the doctors that there is no one for her to contact concerning her safety.  Later, Kimberly passes out when she tries to sneak out of the hospital in fear that her mother will find her and send her back to Topeka.  Adam comes to the rescue and catches her just before she hits the floor.

Episode 1117 October 19, 1979 Wednesday September 16, 2009

While on the beach, Joe meets two children who claim to have sighted shark off beach and fails to acknowledge their warning about swimming.  Joe doubts accuracy of sighting and thinks that all they saw was a porpoise and fails to warn Siobhan of the possibility.  Meanwhile, Delia learns that she is losing more money in wool and is In spite of good intentions is unable to control her anxiety further alienating Roger.  Upset that there is no breakfast waiting for him, Roger seeks comfort from Rae feeling that she will be better able to take care of his needs.  Later, Roger arrives at Rae's for breakfast, and finds her in state akin to Delia's over Kim's disappearance and does his best to offer her comfort with the promise that Kim will contact her as soon as she needs her help.  Meanwhile, Kim still refuses to tell Adam who she is. On the beach, Joe and Siobhan are having splendid time with no knowledge of the danger that awaits them.  Dan begins serious effort at seduction of Delia and continues to dangle more money at her in hopes of taking her to bed.  Adam threatens to take action with Kim as an effort to find out who she is.  As Roger consoles Rae about Kim the two come to a mutual agreement that loving one another is what they would like to do.  Meanwhile, the shark becomes aware of Joe and Siobhan's presence in water.

Episode 1118 October 22, 1979 Wednesday September 16, 2009

Joe and Siobhan leave the water oblivious to the shark's presence and the fact that it was close to attacking them.  Dan learns from Delia details of her marriage to Roger and uses them to convince her that she should be seeking more from life than what Roger is willing to give her.  Meanwhile, Adam arrives in Kim's room with Seneca in hopes of getting more information from her than she is willing to give.  Later, Seneca convinces Kim that if she continues to deny them the answers that they need that she will be committed for 2 weeks of psychiatric observation and Kim gives in and tells them the truth about her identity.  Meanwhile, Siobhan and Joe embrace on the beach within inches of the shark.  Dan tells Delia that he is willing to loan her another $25,000 for commodities investments but warns her that she has to consult with him before she can proceed forth with an investment.  Needing this deal to be as businesslike as possible, Delia puts up Ryan's bar as collateral.  Meanwhile, Joe leaves Siobhan on the beach alone as he goes back to the house for lunch.  When he leaves, Siobhan goes into the water for an afternoon swim and manages to attract the attention of the shark.

Episode 1119 October 23, 1979 Thursday September 17, 2009

Delia gets Dan's promise that business is business and that he will not intrude on her personally unless she wants him to.  Later, Dan tries a final attempt at seduction and but Delia manages to get out of it.  As Johnny recaps his visit to the hospital with Kevin two bodyguards come into Ryan's and scope out the place.  Later, Tiso arrives and settles in at the bar and engages Johnny in conversation about family.  Meanwhile, sees the shark's fin and realizes that she is in danger.  Delia arrives at Ryan's looking for Maeve and is disappointed when she learns that she is not there.  Later, when Delia recognizes Tiso, Johnny is appalled at the fact that Tiso managed to have an entire conversation with him without introducing himself.  When Tiso leaves, Kevin asks Johnny that since he liked Tiso before he knew who he was then what has changed.  Meanwhile, Siobhan struggles not to panic as the shark gets dangerously closer.  Walking back to the beach, Joe sees the shark circling Siobhan and runs to the beach in an effort to save her.

Episode 1120 [Missing] October 24, 1979 Thursday September 17, 2009

Siobhan frantically tries to swim away from the shark. Joe spies her from the beach and races toward the water. He jumps into a speedboat and heads toward Siobhan. Rae is on the phone threatening to fire the detective agency she hired to find Kim unless they come up with some results. Jack arrives, unannounced. Jack reaffirms his staunch belief that Rae is behind Frank’s Senatorial demise. She continues to vehemently deny it. He also discloses to Rae his long time friendship with Jill, of which Rae was unaware. She decides to offer him a job with her newspaper. His own column appearing 3 times a week, with no interference from her. He accepts, but has no intention of “laying off”.. Seneca calls Rae to tell her that Kimberly is in the hospital. Rae rushes out, with Jack at her heels. Johnny tells Maeve that he met Tiso. He was annoyed that Tiso didn’t tell him who he was right off the bat. Maeve reasons that Johnny seemed to like him, before he found out who he was. Joe makes several attempts to pull Siobhan from the water, but she slips out of his grasp. Finally, with the shark closing in, he manages to pull her into the boat. An emotional Rae admonishes Kim for running away, and ends up holding her close. After Kim tells of her ordeal, Jack thinks that doing a story about it would make interesting reading. A young actress comes to the big city and gets mugged. Without revealing her identity, of course. Kim apologizes to Rae for running away and Rae agrees to let Kim stay for a couple of weeks until they figure things out. Safe on the shore, Joe and Siobhan collapse on the sand, and passionately embrace.

Episode 1121 [Missing] October 25, 1979 Friday September 18, 2009

Frank and Jill are in Frank’s office unpacking. They talk about their new venture: the law office of Ryan & Coleridge (or Coleridge & Ryan) with Georgia as the capable office manager. Johnny arrives carrying a couple of boxes, at which he is scolded for carrying. He sits on the couch and they tells Frank he is disgusted with the FBI for not uncovering any information that would clear Frank. Frank says that even if he was cleared of all charges, he still wouldn’t be able to go back to being a Senator. Johnny lights up a cigarette, and is promptly reprimanded Frank and Jill. Jack arrives in the outer office and hesitates coming in. He has news that he doesn’t think they want to hear. When Jack tells them that he’s accepted a job with Rae, Johnny gets crazy. Jack tells them that he’s still trying to nail Rae and he feels that the closer he is to her, the more he can watch her. Joe and a shaken and shivering Siobhan arrive back at the beach house. She’s emotional and teary after her ordeal with the shark. Joe does his best to comfort her and let her talk it out. She thanks him for saving her life and tells him that she loves him. Joe suggests she take a hot bath to calm down, and in the meantime, he will arrange a surprise. She goes upstairs and he gets on the phone. At Ryan’s Delia is whining to Bob about her loss in commodities. When she mentions Maeve’s faulty tips of late, Bob tells her that maybe Maeve doesn’t like having Delia hovering over her, hanging on her every word. . That give Delia the idea to try to get her information more discreetly. When Maeve arrives home with Little John, Delia offers to take up upstairs and read him a story, this way she can spy on Maeve for tips. Down in the kitchen, Maeve is giving Bob her sound advice on why he should accept a new job in an import/export office that deals mainly with rice. Delia sneaks down the stairs in time to hear Maeve extolling the virtues of rice. Thinking that rice is the answer, Delia races back up the stairs. What she doesn’t hear is Maeve going on to tell Bob that she’s not personally fond of rice because she and Johnny are potato people..

Episode 1122 October 26, 1979 Friday September 18, 2009

Joe takes Siobhan to the marina for a surprise and she is stunned when she sees a fly-by of a plane with the banner "Siobhan, Marry me."  Delia calls Dan with instructions to invest in rice and again insists that he take Ryan's bar as collateral of the fifty thousand that she has borrowed.  He tells her that he would like to see her again immediately to seal the deal.  Seneca counsels Adam on Kimberly's release from the hospital and gives him some background information about Rae.  Meanwhile, a panicky Delia arrives to see Adam for a huge favor and makes up a huge story to incline him to help her.  Seneca pays a visit to Kim before she is released from the hospital and as the two get to know each other Kim begins to make plans for her mother and Seneca.  Siobhan accepts Joe's proposal.  Anticipating Delia's arrival, Dan prepares the corporate apartment in the hopes of finally getting his way with her.  When Delia arrives in a full leg cast, Dan covers his disappointment as he begins to lie in wait for the next opportunity.

Episode 1123 October 29, 1979 Tuesday, September 22, 2009

 Kim views the mug shots of the officers without much success and is thrilled when Jack volunteers to take her back to the coffee shop to see if Duke turns up.  Later, Kimberly is thrilled when she Jack plans to do a column about her and what it takes for an actress to arrive in New York alone in an effort to pursue her dreams.  Meanwhile, Roger arrives for a visit with Faith and almost breaks down when Faith thanks him for all that he did for Tom.  Later, Roger admits to Faith the problems that he has been having with Delia and decides to talk with her in hopes of saving their marriage.  Meanwhile, a frantic Delia arrives in neurology and pleads with Adam to take the cast off as fast as possible so that she can get home to her chores before Roger arrives home.  Adam forces her to tell him the story about the cast and later offers her his sympathies toward the outcome.  Kim pulls at Jack's heartstrings when she tells him about her life in Kansas and paints the picture of a lonely little girl who imagined herself as other people and in other families hoping to feel better about herself.  Roger is furious when he arrives home to a chaotic apartment and Delia is nowhere to be found and calls Rae to make plans to come over, unaware that Delia is at the door listening.  Later, Delia begs Roger to stay home and is hurt even more when he lies and tells her that he will be in surgery all evening and that he will be home as soon as he can.

Episode 1124 [Missing] October 30, 1979 Tuesday, September 22, 2009

Knowing that Roger plans to meet someone that night, Delia begs him not to out so that they can talk. When she tells him they need to be honest with each other, he turns it around and asks her what it is that she is hiding. They continue to argue and end with him slamming the door as he leaves. She collapses on the couch in tears, and then realizes she knows where he’s going, and decides to follow him. In the Ryan kitchen, Jack tells Mary about his new job working for Rae Woodard. Johnny, again, voices his negative opinion on the subject. Even though Jack has told Rae he’s out to prove that she framed Frank. Jack tells them of his next column about a young actress, coming to the big city and getting mugged. Then he tells them the subject is Rae’s daughter. Maeve expresses surprise and disgust that Rae has a daughter that they have not heard about and all the time was promising to make a home for Little John. Siobhan comes home. Roger and Rae are enjoying each other’s company at the Hungarian restaurant. She shares her fears of mothering Kim, and he complains about Delia. Delia arrives at the restaurant. She lurks in the potted palms trying to spot him. When she sees Rae and Roger laughing together, she assumes they are laughing at her. When Roger and Rae decide to skip coffee and leave, Delia watches them go. Siobhan tells them of the shark attack and how Joe saved her. Then she breaks the news of her engagement. Maeve and Jack are happy for her, Mary apprehensive and Johnny strongly objects. Joe overhears his rants on his way in the kitchen. Although Johnny is grateful that he saved Siobhan’s life, he’s not happy about a marriage between the two. He tells his story of Tiso’s incognito visit to the bar. Joe reminds Johnny that his uncle’s situation is very similar to Frank’s situation. You shouldn’t believe everything in the press. Then Johnny get even angrier because Joe has compared an alleged crime lord to Frank, and he goes upstairs. Maeve tells Joe that there must be something good in him, if Siobhan loves him. Siobhan and Johnny have a heart to heart talk. and Siobhan tells him that Joe knows what he’s doing and she doesn’t feel that he’s taking orders from Tiso. Furthermore, if it weren’t for Joe, she wouldn’t be alive. She vows that Johnny will not treat her and Joe like he did Mary and Jack when they got engaged. At the threat of Siobhan moving out, Johnny vows not to make trouble and just be there to pick up the pieces when she needs him to. Delia arrives home to an empty apartment. She picks up the phone and dials the hospital. When she is told that Dr. Coleridge is not on duty, she gets his forwarding number. She calls the number and Rae answers. She hangs up. She calls again and once more hangs up. In bed with Rae, Roger unplugs the phone. Delia vows to call every ten seconds until Roger comes home. Getting a busy signal, she bursts into tears.

Episode 1125 October 31, 1979 Wednesday, September 23, 2009

Delia awakens as Roger is leaving for work and when she asks Roger a series of questions about his activities the night before she is hurt when he continues to lie to her.  Later, Delia pours out her hurt to Bob, and impulsively makes date to meet Dan at the corporate apartment.  Jack tells Mary of the emotional response he has to Kim because of her past and manages to draw Mary is drawn into her problem.  Later, Mary relays to Jack the apprehension that she is feeling to Siobhan marrying Joe.  Despite Maeve's outrage and Frank's good sense, Johnny remains heatedly opposed to marriage between Siobhan and Joe.  When Frank reminds Johnny that the more he opposes the marriage the more determined Siobhan will be to marry Joe, Johnny tells him that he knows that he is correct but refuses to give up.  Delia arrives determined to find pleasures for herself and when Dan pick's up on this he is infinitely delighted with her turn around.  Later, when Delia becomes a bit apprehensive, Dan reminds her that this moment is inevitable and proceeds forth with his plans.

November 1979 Daily Recaps

Episode 1126 November 1, 1979 Wednesday, September 23, 2009

As Dan pleads his case with Delia, she weighs the situation and remembers the pain that Roger put her through and decides to give in.  Meanwhile, Kim is pleased when Rae makes an effort to be the mother she should have been in her life.  Later, when Kim describes her imaginative childhood Rae can't help but to believe that Kim will have a wonderful career as an actress.  Frank and Siobhan discuss her engagement and Johnny's attitude towards it.  Later, Frank admits to Siobhan his apprehension regarding her marrying into Tiso's family but is sure that everything will be okay.  Meanwhile, Tiso thinks he can make things easier for Joe with Johnny and plans an engagement party in Sheepshead Bay to break the ice between the families.  At the corporate apartment, Dan is delighted with Delia while Delia has very mixed reactions to the whole situation.  Later, Delia tells Dan the situation between her and Roger and becomes uncomfortable when Dan is set on making things better for her.  Meanwhile, Kim gets her mother to talk about men in her life and begins a promotion of Seneca whom she greatly admires as potential father for herself.

Episode 1127 November 2, 1979 Thursday, September 24, 2009

Dan calls Delia to tell her that he has been thinking about her and wishes he could comfort her when Delia expresses feelings of remorse about her relationship with Roger.  When Roger arrives home, he is pleased when he sees that Delia has straightened the apartment and makes a effort at conversation.  Seneca arrives at Rae's apartment to check on Kim and as the two get to know one another Kim lies and tells Seneca that Rae is interested in him and has been for some time.  Later, when Rae arrives and Seneca goes home, Kim informs her mother that Seneca is an admirer, persuades Rae to ask him to go out to dinner with them.  Meanwhile, as Siobhan and Joe make wedding plans Siobhan amused by Joe's hurry and forces him to settle a date a little later than next week.  Delia asks Roger if he has ever been unfaithful to her and he lies.  Later, when a dozen roses are delivered to her, Roger asks her who they are from and she lies.

Episode 1128 November 5, 1979 Thursday, September 24, 2009

Roger calls Rae and stressing a sense of urgency makes date to see her.  Later, he calls Delia to tell her that he will be late.  Assuming that Roger is continuing his affair, Delia makes date to see Dan and arranges to meet him at the corporate apartment.  Later, Roger regretfully breaks things off with Rae and tells her that he is hoping for a chance to renew his relationship with his wife.  While waiting for Duke at the coffee house, Mary and Jack increase their sympathy for Kim and her lack of a family. Later, Mary leaves Kim and Jack together in order to make it to an appointment but manages to warn Kim about the possible danger that she could be in.  At Ryan's, Siobhan asks Mary to be the Matron of Honor and asks for her help in managing Johnny through days ahead.  Mary promises that she will do both but does not make her any promises where Johnny is concerned.  Meanwhile, Roger hurries home to Delia to make a fresh start at things unknowing that she is not home but across town in the arms of her lover thinking that Roger is with Rae possibly doing something of the same.

Episode 1129 November 6, 1979 Friday, September 25, 2009

Seneca arrives at Rae's apartment for dinner with her and Kim and spends some time with Kim before Rae arrives.  While they wait, Kim continues her efforts to convince Seneca that Rae is interested in him.  Meanwhile, Roger tells Faith of the troubles that he has had with Delia and of his affair but states that he is now ready to rededicate himself to his marriage.  Faith convinces Roger that the best thing to do would be not to tell Delia about his affair but to show her all of the love and support that he has dedicated himself to.  At the Café Budapest, Kim is more than pleased when she is able to get Seneca to act as a father to her in coordination with Rae.  Delia arrives home and becomes defensive when Roger questions her whereabouts.  Assuming that he is being critical of her in front of Faith, Delia tells a barrage of lies to cover herself.  When Faith leaves, Delia is ecstatic when Roger apologizes for his past behavior and vows to make the most of their relationship.  Later, Delia receives a fur coat from Dan and lies to Roger and tells him that she sold her fitch and bought the mink but promises Roger that she is going to take it back first thing in the morning.

Episode 1130 November 7, 1979 Friday, September 25, 2009

Joe calls Siobhan to make last minute arrangements for their engagement party.  Later, when Johnny finds her in the parlor, he makes a point to let her know that he does not find much sense in celebrating what he knows is going to be a disaster for her and the family.  Roger arrives home as Delia is packing up the mink.  When Roger questions this, Delia tells him that he makes her feel beautiful and that she does not need the coat to look better.  Jill and Frank have a heated debate over the name of their law firm and whose names should be on the banner first.  Frank comes up with a solution that is pleasing for all.  As Siobhan and Johnny continue to butt heads, Maeve races into the parlor to see what the problem is.  Maeve tells Johnny that he is going to lose his daughter and that he may never get her back if he continues arguing with her.  Johnny apologizes to Siobhan about his behavior and promises that he will try and do better for her sake.  Tiso informs Joe that one of his workers is missing. Since he knows Siobhan will remember the incident where he and Joe argued, he is glad that their wedding is fast approaching.  Delia tries to return the coat and is blackmailed into keeping it.  Later, Roger is shocked when the fur storage company arrives with her mink.

Episode 1131 November 8, 1979 Monday, September 28, 2009

Delia arrives home with an elaborate lie about the coat and is shocked later when Roger brings the mink out of hiding and questions her about the situation.  Delia lies to Roger yet again and becomes upset when he refuses to forgive the lies that she has told him about the coat.  Adam visits Kim and reads lines with her to help her prepare for an upcoming audition.  When Delia and Roger arrive at Ryan's, Delia manages to offend Maeve when she makes reference to Tiso being a gangster.  When Johnny agrees, Siobhan overhears and tells Johnny that he is not welcome at the engagement party, which forces Johnny to promise to be on his best behavior.  As they head out to the limousine, Roger accuses Delia of starting trouble, as usual.  Kimberly flirts with Adam as they read lines and she begins to tickle him to get him to loosen up - which Rae sees and is unhappy about.  Rae and Kim butt heads when Rae tries to lay down the law. As the engagement party gets underway, Tiso is introduced to the family and manages to make a good first impression on Maeve.  Delia compliments Tiso on the meal, but she has a clumsy moment when she learns that she is eating eel and manages to spill her plate on Johnny.  When Johnny heads off to the restroom, Tiso leads Maeve to the dance floor and Siobhan and Joe discuss what a close call that was.  In the restroom, Johnny begins to clean his sports coat and becomes upset when he notices that the guy across from him has a gun.

Episode 1132 November 9, 1979 Monday, September 28, 2009

The rest of the family arrives and are introduced to Tiso. Shockingly, Mary is won over by him.  When Johnny tells Frank that one of the bodyguards is wearing a gun, Frank tries to calm him and reminds him not to upset Siobhan.  Roger admits to Delia that he has lied to her, but that he does not plan to tell her the truth because the situation no longer exists. The two decide to celebrate a time to start over and both promise that there will be no more lies.  As the party continues, Tiso's manages to soothe Johnny's doubts.  Joe begins to work on Mary and her negative feelings about him and is shocked when his attempt is successful.  Later, Mrs. Pavel arrives and accuses Tiso of having her husband killed.  Joe and Tiso manage the situation and when she leaves, Johnny tells them that he would like to hear more about what happened. Joe accuses Johnny of being unwilling to give him a chance.  When Tiso tries to step in and offer some answers, Johnny openly denounces Tiso.

Episode 1133 November 12, 1979 Tuesday, September 29, 2009

As Johnny continues to accuse Tiso, Tiso struggles to keep hold of his temper but demands from Johnny the same respect that he is seeking.  Highly offended, Johnny walks out, accompanied by Maeve, Delia, and Roger.  Rae is shocked when she learns more about Kim's sexual history and begins to lay down some rules.  Tiso and Joe offer Siobhan and others an explanation about the threats against him. Tiso pledges to keep Joe and Siobhan's life free of his problems.  Rae and Kim have a battle of wills when Rae tries to limit Kim's sex life. Rae threatens that if she cannot play by her rules then she will have to leave.  Kim is delighted when she learns that her interest in Adam has caused Rae to involve Seneca.  Siobhan reassures Joe that all will be well and promises to call him after she has a long conversation with her father.  Jack defends Mary in the parking lot and tells her that Siobhan has been through enough for the evening.  Later, when Siobhan arrives, she and Jack get into a disagreement of such intensity that Mary is startled and puzzled.

Episode 1134 November 13, 1979 Tuesday, September 29, 2009

Siobhan confronts her father and tells him that if he had waited a few minutes before storming out, then Tiso would have given him the answer that he was searching for.  Johnny is taken aback when Siobhan tells him that she is going to marry Joe and asks him if he is going to be a part of her life going forward.  Mary questions Jack about his relationship with Siobhan and learns that they became close during her trips to Washington.  Jack gets them off the subject and reminds of their upcoming trip to the coffee shop with Kimberly.  Bob pays a visit to Faith and the two realize they share the same secret about Roger's affair, and decide the best thing to do is not to interfere.  Johnny upsets Siobhan when he questions whether or not she is going to stay with Joe even if it means losing her family.  Siobhan tells him that she is still going to marry Joe but that she is going to do so in a way that should not embarrass the family in any way. When Siobhan leaves, Maeve reminds Johnny that she is no longer a child and that he should think of a better way to handle this than by scolding her.  Siobhan arrives at Joe's apartment ready to marry him with or without her family in attendance.

Episode 1135 November 14, 1979 Wednesday, September 30, 2009

Maeve arrives home and is upset when she finds Siobhan packing her things to move in with Joe.  Maeve is further upset when she learns that Siobhan believes that it will be better to spare the family a wedding from home and make it as small and as comfortable as possible.   Jack confronts Joe about his relationship with Tiso and asks for a statement of innocence as proof that Siobhan is in no danger.  Joe offers Jack the keys to all of his private files and hopes that after his search that he will believe in him once and for all.  Kim tries her mother's patience when she appears withdrawn from their argument and later flares up when Rae demands that she act a bit more mature.  Kim is excited when she receives an appointment to audition for Jose Ferrer's acting class.  Maeve tells Frank of Siobhan's move to Joe's house and her fear that Johnny has made a bad situation worse.  At the coffee house, Duke arrives with a man and Kim is able to make a positive I.D. of Duke before he and his friend get away.  Mary promises to take Kim to the police station and I.D. the thugs with her.

Episode 1136 November 15, 1979 Wednesday, September 30, 2009

Kim updates Rae on her phone call from the police station giving her a time to go in and try to identify her mugger.  Kim becomes exasperated when Rae refuses to allow her to go and visit Adam at the hospital and she demands to be treated with some respect.  Dan calls to check in with Delia and when he hears her doorbell ring, he tells her that it is the messenger with a gift.  She is appalled when she learns that her gift is an expensive pair of diamond earrings and wonders what she is going to do to keep it from Roger.  Maeve tells Johnny about Siobhan's new wedding plans hoping to spare him of the hypocrisy of giving her away.  Johnny defends his right to keep his children safe, but he's conflicted when Maeve asks him to think of a way to preserve the situation so that Siobhan can get married surrounded by her family.  Rae demands that while Kim is staying with her, she follow the rules or she can go back home.  When Seneca arrives, Kim feels that she has an ally and is flustered when Seneca takes Rae's side.  However, she thanks Seneca for caring enough to offer his opinion.  Dan calls Delia at two o'clock in the morning demanding a visit from her, leaving Roger to wonder if there is anything more about their relationship than just stockbroker and client.  When Roger questions Delia on her relationship with Dan, she lies and tries to come up with a way to get out of her current situation.

Episode 1137 November 16, 1979 Thursday, October 1, 2009

Siobhan apologizes to Jack for yelling at him after the party. But she becomes agitated when she learns of Jack's visit to Joe and of his concern that Joe could be involved in more than he is willing to share.  When Siobhan refuses to give up Joe, Jack tells her that it will be a painful marriage if she has to start it off alienated from her family.  Tiso encourages Joe to convince Siobhan to make things up with her father.  When Joe questions if all is forgiven, Tiso tells him that he does not believe that he will ever forgive Johnny for what he has done but that he promises to try and make things right for him and Siobhan.  When Siobhan arrives, Tiso and Joe give her more details of Tiso's past and encourage her to make things up with her father.  Dan arrives at Delia's apartment to explain few things to her and Delia becomes uncomfortable when he forces her to wear the earrings that he sent to her.  Dan is upset when Bob arrives and interrupts his attempt at seduction, but he promises that he will see Delia later.  When he leaves, Delia asks Bob to loan her fifty thousand dollars and is encouraged to try and get the money from Roger.  Later at Ryan's, Mary tells Bob about the man with Duke and Bob's hunger for life on the police force is reawakened.  Siobhan is happy when she and Johnny agree to disagree and Johnny makes plans for them to do her wedding "Ryan" style.

Episode 1138 November 19, 1979 Thursday, October 1, 2009

Kim arrives at Seneca's office to thank him for caring enough about her to offer her some criticism.  Kim comes up with an idea on how to get her mother and Seneca past their inhibitions.  Without going into detail as to why she needs it, Delia gathers the nerve to ask Roger to loan her the fifty grand that she needs to pay Dan.  When Roger becomes concerned that she could be serious, Delia backs off and tells him that she was kidding and hurriedly sends him off to work before he can question her further.  Delia makes a desperate attempt to borrow the money from Faith and is let down again when Faith refuses. At the coffee house, Kim tells Jack a bit more of her childhood and how she was expelled for making brownies with hash in them and getting the entire class stoned.  When Jack goes to make a phone call, Kim gives the waitress an envelope stuffed with cash and asks the waitress to get hash for her. Siobhan brings Delia her bridesmaid's dress which makes Delia feel a lot better.  When Dan calls, Delia accuses him of using her debt to him as a way to try and she shocks Dan when she hangs up on him.  Kim arrives home with a grocery bag and stuns Rae when she tells her that she plans on making brownies and tea for Rae and Seneca to enjoy while she is at her audition.

Episode 1139 November 20, 1979 Friday, October 2, 2009

Joe calls Siobhan at Ryan's and he tries to get through to Johnny, but he fears that things are never going to be right between them.  When Joe tells Tiso that Johnny is going to do all within his power to make sure this wedding never happens Tiso decides that it's time to pay Johnny a personal call.  Jack arrives home and tells Mary of a visit that he made to Mrs. Pavel to learn whether or not Joe is telling the truth.  Jack tells Mary that Kim is not quite the innocent they thought her to be.  Meanwhile, Kim serves brownies and tea to her mother and Seneca.  Delia arrives at Ryan's wondering how soon Johnny can repay some of loan and is discouraged when Johnny tells her that she will not be able to get a return on the farm until next year.  Tiso arrives and Johnny is upset when he comes down to find that Finn has taken to Tiso in a good way.  Rae admits to being a chocoholic and tells Kim that her brownies are lovely.  When Kim leaves, Rae thanks him for being there for Kimberly when she needs him.  Seneca receives a call from the hospital and has to leave Rae alone to finish the brownies.  Delia listens in from the kitchen as Tiso and Johnny talk. Johnny is unconvinced that Siobhan becoming a part of Joe's family would not be as dangerous as he says.  Having eaten the entire plate of brownies, Rae becomes concerned when she has problems concentrating.

Episode 1140 November 21, 1979 Friday, October 2, 2009

High from the drugs in the brownies, Rae has a fantasy that Frank is the U.S. President and has come back to her.  When in the dream Jill appears and takes Frank from her yet again, Rae comes out the fantasy crying that everyone always leaves her.  Frank receives grim news from Bob about Tiso and realizes he must inform Siobhan.  Restless for company and afraid to be alone, Rae begins looking around for Kim.  Kim arrives at her first audition and begins to read for the part. Frank and Jill realize the impediment to their marriage would be removed if Seneca were to become involved with another woman.  Kim completes the audition successfully and is shocked when Chester tells her that the part will be played nude.  Chester tells Kim that he would really like for her to consider the role, but that he will understand if she decides to turn it down due to the nudity.  During her search for Kim, Rae steps out into oncoming traffic and is hit by a car.

Episode 1141 November 23, 1979 Monday, October 5, 2009

Kim fears that something has happened to her mother when she arrives home from her audition and finds the front door open and Rae's purse on the sofa.  When Kim calls Seneca, he assures her that all will be well and to come to the hospital to wait with him until Rae calls.   Later, Seneca learns that Rae has been involved in a serious accident.  As Maeve hems Siobhan's wedding dress, she tells Siobhan that her intimacy with Joe has hindered her from seeing him thoroughly.  Tiso tells Joe of his meeting with Johnny and that he likes him less and less the more he sees him.  When Kim sees her severely injured mother in the hospital, she blurts out that it is all her fault.  Frank passes on Bob's information about Tiso to Siobhan and she warns him not to tell Johnny.  Seneca gets Kim to admit that she laced the brownies with drugs.

Episode 1142 November 26, 1979 Monday, October 5, 2009

Adam gives Seneca an update on Rae's condition and is shocked when Seneca tells him about the brownies.  Kim enters Rae's room and feels guilty when her mother's first words are "what happened to me?"  Kevin learns that his brother is injured and tells Maeve that he will have to leave town for a couple of weeks to take care of him.  Dan horrifies Delia when he turns up at Ryan's.   Kim is overwhelmed with remorse, but Seneca stops her from telling the truth about the brownies.  Seneca takes Kim home and settles her down, but he becomes unsettled when she begs him to stay the night with her.  Delia takes Dan to Lem's and continues to order food in an effort to delay him from taking her to the corporate apartment.  Roger arrives at Ryan's and is taken aback when he learns that Delia is out to dinner with her broker.

Episode 1143 November 27, 1979 Tuesday, October 6, 2009

At Lem's, Delia sends up a silent prayer for a miracle when Dan calls for the check.  Her prayers are answered when Father McShane arrives and she is able to convince him to sit with them for a few minutes.  Jack goes to see Mrs. Pavel and becomes frustrated when her story changes dramatically from what she said during Siobhan's engagement party.  Unable to sleep, Kim sits with Seneca and talks with him about the role in the play.  Seneca is shocked when she decides to act on his advice.  At Lem's, Delia encourages the priest to talk, hoping to stall Dan longer.  Roger arrives at Lem's and sees her just as she grabs Dan's hand and leaves.  Later, Delia arrives home and lies to Roger about whom she was with.  Seneca becomes very protective toward Kim and covers her when he sees that she has fallen asleep.

Episode 1144 November 28, 1979 Tuesday, October 6, 2009

Roger remembers the various things Delia told him about Dan Fox and decides to question her about their relationship.  When he does, Roger is hurt when she lies.  Jack describes his visit with Mrs. Pavel to Bob, and Bob agrees she was paid or scared off, or both.  When Johnny overhears Jack tell Bob that Johnny has given Siobhan no choice but to marry Joe, he confronts Jack.  Rae is frustrated when no one will tell her why she's in the hospital.  Roger stops in to see Rae and tells her about his suspicions of Delia’s deception. Rae tells him the only way he’ll know the truth is to ask her flat out. Dan surprises Delia when he shows up unannounced and bolts the door insistent upon collecting on a promise.  Bob breaks Jack and Johnny apart and forces the two to talk about their feelings concerning Siobhan. Their discussion is halted when Siobhan arrives with a boatload of wedding presents from Tiso's friends.  After she opens one gift, Jack and Bob fear the worse when they realize that the candelabras that she received are pure gold.  Delia fights off Dan to no avail and is saved when Roger arrives home and demands that Delia take the chain off the door and let him in.

Episode 1145 November 29, 1979 Wednesday, October 7, 2009

Delia stalls Roger and manages to hide Dan behind shutters in the bedroom area.  When Roger enters, he questions Delia about her relationship with Dan and is unconvinced when she tells him that there is nothing to worry about.  Delia is horrified when Roger opens the shutters to the bedroom searching for Dan.  Jack tells Siobhan the value of the candelabras and warns her against taking something of this value from friends of Tiso's. When Jack comforts Siobhan, Mary walks in and is puzzled by their closeness.  Seneca tells Rae that Kim drugged the brownies and finds himself in the position of defending Kim when Rae is outraged.  Delia is confused and relieved when Roger does not discover Dan.  She convinces Roger to go back to work and assures him that everything will be okay.  Mary confronts Siobhan about her relationship with Jack.  Delia searches for Dan and finds him on the patio.  Dan tells her that he has gone through a lot for her and he only hopes that it has all been worth it.

Episode 1146 November 30, 1979 Wednesday, October 7, 2009

An apprehensive Kim arrives at the hospital and is dismayed when she learns that Rae knows that truth.  She is further upset when she is unable to manipulate Adam into going into the room with her for moral support.  Mary continues to probe Siobhan about her feelings for Jack until Siobhan admits to having been a little bit in love with him.  Delia confronts a wet and miserable Dan and feels a bit defeated when he continues his pursuit of her.  Delia manages to get rid of Dan by promising to meet him after the wedding.  Mary isn't quite convinced that Siobhan isn't still in love with Jack and continues to probe for more answers.  When Mary accuses Siobhan of marrying Joe because she cannot have Jack, Siobhan tells Mary that she is in love with Joe and asks Mary to leave. Kim apologizes to Rae for drugging the brownies and admits to feelings of wanting a father so badly that she drugged them hoping that Rae and Seneca would connect.  Kim is astonished when Rae begins to behave like a mother and the two touch one another creating a pact.

December 1979 Daily Recaps

Episode 1147 December 3, 1979 Thursday, October 8, 2009

Maeve and Siobhan exchange happiness and apprehension over the wedding, the latter of which increases when Maeve sees the expensive candelabras and realizes that they are from a friend of Tiso's.   Siobhan tells Maeve about her conversation with Mary, but refuses to go into detail of exactly what it was about.  Joe arrives and reassures Siobhan about the candelabras and tells Siobhan that they will try and return them without hurting anyone's feelings.  Mary asks Jack for an explanation of his and Siobhan's relationship.  Mary is shaken when Jack admits to her that although he did not act on them, he did have thoughts of making love to Siobhan.  Kim receives an audition callback from Chester and tells him that she is not sure she will take the part.  Seneca arrives and agrees to stay and have dinner with Kim to help her celebrate the possibility of her career taking off.  Mary apologizes to Jack for not being there for him when he needed her and tells him that it is going to take a while for her to let all of this go.  Maeve goes in to tell Siobhan goodnight and asks about her and Mary.  Siobhan tells her that she is not sure where their relationship stands,  but that they should know tomorrow.

Episode 1148 December 4, 1979 Thursday, October 8, 2009

Jack hides his impatience from Ryan as they wait for Mary to return home the morning of Siobhan's wedding.  When she returns, she tells Jack that she has been jogging the past three hours and suggests that he and Ryan go without her. She says she will meet them there when she clears a few things from her mind.   Siobhan is hopeful when she and Johnny have a civil moment together on her wedding day.  Kim is pleased when she passes the audition and is persuaded to accept the part.  Mary goes to the coffee house for a few moments of alone time and sees Duke and the man in the green hat.  At Ryan's, Jack admires all the women in the wedding, including his daughter. He covers well when Maeve and the others ask about Mary.  Jack is floored when Siobhan enters on Johnny's arm looking as lovely as ever.  Siobhan apologizes to Jack for telling Mary all that she did and hopes that things will be okay between them.  Jack reassures her that all will be well and is sure that Mary is on her way to the house to tell them just that.  Meanwhile, Mary watches a drug transaction between the man in the green hat and Duke and decides to follow him when he leaves.

Episode 1149 December 5, 1979 Friday, October 9, 2009

Mary follows the man in the green hat to E.B.B enterprises and gets an eyeful when she sees them packing drugs into fish.  Delia arrives at Ryan's harried and upset when she learns that she has a run in her stockings.  Jack worries about Mary, who has not arrived at the house.  Adam removes Rae from traction and is pleased to see that she has regained full function of her head and neck.  Kim gives Rae the news that she has gotten the part in the play and that there will be a moment of brief nudity.  When Rae refuses to allow Kim to take the part in the play, Seneca sends Adam and Kim out to dinner and tells Rae that they need to talk.  Jack assures the family that Mary will be there without a moment to spare.  Delia is a little put off when Dan calls her at Ryan's moments before the wedding and reminds her that if she does not comply with his demands then Ryan's bar is at stake.  As the group leaves for the church, Johnny decides to wait at the house for Mary and take her to the church with him.  The man in the green hat sees Mary spying on them and follows her when she runs from the building.  Delia tells Maeve that if Mary misses the wedding that Siobhan will never forgive her.  Mary calls Johnny from a phone booth directly outside the warehouse and tells him to hold off on the wedding until she arrives.  Afterwards, she makes a call to the narcotics division at the police station that is interrupted by the man in the green hat.

Episode 1150 December 6, 1979 Friday, October 9, 2009

Mary tries to convince the man in the green hat that she is having car trouble and is frightened when he snatches her out of the booth and takes her back inside E.B.B enterprises.  The family arrives at the church and tells Father McShane that Mary is delayed and that she will be there as soon as she can.  Siobhan questions Jack as to whether Mary is upset enough to not come to the wedding.  Rae refuses to discuss the play with Seneca and becomes upset when he refuses to obey her command.  Surprisingly, Seneca convinces Rae to allow Kim to take the part--knowing that she will not be in it much longer.  Jack comforts Siobhan and tells her that Mary would jump through hoops to be at the wedding.  Father McShane arrives and gives them the good news that Mary has called and is on her way.  Mary is locked in a room with two goons and manages to escape.  At Lem's, Kim learns a bit about Adam's family and shares her desire to have a family.  Seneca arrives and tells Kimberly that Rae is fine with her doing the play.  Adam leaves the two of them alone to have dinner together.  Maeve gives Tiso and Joe the good news that Mary is on her way.  Maeve comforts Joe when she gives him her blessings on his marriage to Siobhan.  Mary sits in fear as the man in the green hat plots her fate.

Episode 1151 December 7, 1979 Monday, October 12, 2009

Johnny arrives at the church with the news that Mary has not called and the family worries about her safety.  Mary listens as the men try to find her hiding spot.  Frank is in shock when Delia asks him to loan her fifty thousand dollars.  Delia has a fantasy that she meets a millionaire and gets the money that she needs, but has to offer herself to him as collateral.  Siobhan is forced to start the wedding without Mary and make Delia her matron of honor. Mary sends up a silent prayer as the men are close to finding her.  Kim gives Seneca a silk tie to thank him for siding with her to do the play.  Later, Kim tells Seneca a bit about her past and assures him that her grandmother is fine with her decision to move to New York.  Siobhan and Joe are married.  Jack worries about Mary.  Mary fears for her life as she is found.

Episode 1152 December 10, 1979 Monday, October 12, 2009

Tension builds at the reception over the fact that Mary is still missing.  Bob makes a call to the police station looking for information and is told that they will do what they can.  Frank rallies to lead the festivities for Siobhan and Joe hoping to get the focus off of the missing Mary.  As Delia introduces Little John to Tiso, Maeve questions Siobhan about Mary's disappearance and wonders if their argument the night before is the reason that Mary has not shown up. Johnny makes a toast to the bride and groom wishing them a lifetime of happiness.  Dan arrives at Ryan's and Delia sends Roger upstairs. Dan insists to Delia that she see him after the wedding and Roger overhears enough of their call to be suspicious.  As the wedding reception continues, Roger sets a trap and is waiting outside in taxi.  The goon from the warehouse arrives with news for Tiso.  As Siobhan and Joe leave for their honeymoon, Tiso proposes bonds of friendship between himself and Johnny.  Roger orders a taxi to follow Dan's car.  Later, the police call to inform Jack that Mary has been in an accident.

Episode 1153 December 11, 1979 Tuesday, October 13, 2009 (Mary dies)

Mary is dreadfully injured and unconscious when Jack, Father McShane, Maeve, and Johnny arrive at the accident site.  Delia goes home to change from her antique bridesmaid's dress to something more suitable to the occasion. Dan tells Delia that he has thoughts of having her all to himself.  Meanwhile, Roger arrives home and pretends to be shocked that Dan and Delia are still "working".  As Jack pleads with Mary to regain consciousness, Father McShane pulls him back in order to pronounce a blessing over her before she dies.  Siobhan avoids telling Joe about her argument with Mary.  Mary regains consciousness.  Roger's arrival saves Delia, but his suspicions are increased when she tells him that Dan is just a business associate.  Siobhan tells Joe that she knows that Mary loves her and knows that she would have been there if she could have.  Maeve comforts Mary and tells her that the doctor is on her way.  Mary tries to say, E.B.B to Maeve but it is mistaken for baby.  When Jack tells Mary how sorry he is for everything, she tells him to remember the man in the green hat.  She tells him that she loves him moments before her eyes close.

Episode 1154 December 12, 1979 Tuesday, October 13, 2009

Jack yells at the medic as he checks Mary's pulse instead of giving her the oxygen that she needs.  When Johnny tries to calm him down, Jack turns on him and tries to blame him for Mary's accident.  Mary is pronounced dead at the scene of the accident.  Seneca gives Rae the good news that she is being released from the hospital.  Kim arrives from her rehearsal and gives them an update, which makes Rae all the more uncomfortable.  Maeve and Johnny struggle with accepting the news of Mary's death.  Maeve comforts Jack and when he refuses to leave Mary's side, Father McShane offers to stay there with him.  Maeve says goodbye to her daughter.  Rae fights with Kim and demands to see a play rehearsal.  At Riverside hospital, Jack finally agrees to leave Mary's side.

Episode 1155 December 13, 1979 Wednesday, October 14, 2009

Delia is desperate to restore Roger's confidence when she notices him mulling over the commodities report.  Delia suggests that she and Roger celebrate their marriage all over again and have a semblance of a honeymoon that evening.  Delia tells Roger that she really wants to go away on a trip with him and Roger finds himself desperate to believe her.  Jack struggles with irrational grief and anger.  As the family plans Mary's funeral, Jack finds it hard to participate in the plans and decides the best thing for him is to go home.  When Johnny accuses him of walking out on his daughter, Jack's grief explodes.  After Jack leaves, Maeve tells Johnny that Jack will always have a place in their family whether Johnny likes it or not.  At Café Budapest, Kim finds out a lot more about Seneca, which she finds fascinating.  While they are talking, Delia and Roger arrive and comment on Kim and Seneca's relationship.  Johnny tells Maeve how sorry he is for lashing out at Jack and realizes that it has to be harder on him than the rest of them.  Jill comforts Frank and helps him to release his grief.  On Weehawken Street, Jack remembers Mary.

Episode 1156 December 14, 1979 Wednesday, October 14, 2009

Siobhan awakens in the middle of the night thinking of Mary and the argument that they had.  When Joe wakes up, Siobhan tells him that she is worried about Mary.  Bob remembers Mary and acknowledges the fact that he'll probably never love anyone else but her.  Kim and Seneca discuss Delia's fascination with them and the fact that she cannot stop watching them.  When Delia talks again about going away on a trip with him, Roger is on the alert. Kim becomes a bit uneasy when Seneca tells her that he will no longer step in and defend her to her mother.  Siobhan calls home and she and Joe learn about Mary's death. Frank realizes how weird it was to learn that Mary was wearing her seatbelt when she had never worn a seatbelt her entire life.  Delia comes close to telling Roger the truth when Faith arrives with the news about Mary.  Joe comforts Siobhan and helps her to deal with Mary's loss.  In all their grief, Maeve and Johnny realize that Jack is the one with whom they must be most concerned.

Episode 1157 December 17, 1979 Thursday, October 15, 2009

Rae watches Kimberly's play rehearsal, but walks out because she does not like what she is seeing.  Maeve and Faith remember Mary as Maeve shares how hard it is to lose a child who she bonded with the most.  Maeve comforts Faith knowing how hard it is for her to have lost her husband and her oldest friend in the world.  Siobhan and Joe arrive home and learn the details of Mary's death and become worried about Jack when they learn that he is home alone.  Maeve is impressed when she meets Adam and he offers his assistance to the family.  Kim arrives home and demands to know how Rae could have walked out on her rehearsal.  When Rae tells her that the play is vulgar and tasteless, Kim tells her that she is doing what she wants and that Rae should support her.  When Seneca arrives, Kim begs him to be on her side and he agrees to go and watch the rehearsal.  Siobhan is hurt when Jack refuses her request to go to Mary's wake and announces that he won't be at the funeral, either.  Joe convinces Siobhan to leave Jack alone.

Episode 1158 December 18, 1979 Thursday, October 15, 2009

Maeve goes to visit Jack and makes a plea for him to attend the funeral with the family.  When Jack silently refuses, Maeve tells him that she needs him there.  Dan calls Delia and insists that she meet him at the corporate apartment later that afternoon and she has no choice but to agree.  When Roger overhears their conversation, he pressures Delia to tell him the truth about her commodities and what is going on with her and Dan.  The family prepares to leave for the funeral.  Johnny tells the family that he hopes Maeve hasn't wasted her energies on Jack.  As he is talking, everyone is shocked when Maeve enters with Jack.  After Father McShane's homily, Frank pays special tribute to his sister.  Delia arrives at the corporate apartment and is sickened when Dan tells her that he has purchased her a condo because he is tired of having to share her with anyone.  Roger bribes the doorman in the lobby to give him a key to Dan's apartment.  At Ryan's, Johnny thanks Frank for his tribute to Mary and the family grieves for her.  When Maeve sings Danny Boy for Mary one last time, the grief of the moment finally breaks through Jack's defenses and he begins to cry.

Episode 1159 December 19, 1979 Friday, October 16, 2009

Dan refuses to accept Delia's protestations that she truly loves Roger and reminds her that he holds the note to Ryan's.  Roger heads up to Dan's penthouse.  Seneca goes to watch Kim's rehearsal and is not offended by the play, Lysistrata.  Kim is delighted when after telling Seneca about the production's financial trouble.  Seneca offers to take she and Chester to dinner.  Delia tries to resist Dan and Roger arrives at precisely the wrong moment and only sees Delia and Dan going toward the bedroom.  Chester describes what this production is going to do for Kim and Seneca impulsively becomes a backer - to the tune of $1000.  Roger tells Delia that he has listened to her last lie and tells her not to come home.  When he leaves, Dan tells Delia that she can do worlds better than Roger and is dismayed when she leaves.  Kim insists on coming by to thank Seneca for his saving the show and the two share a kiss, which disturbs them both.

Episode 1160 December 20, 1979 Friday, October 16, 2009

Delia tries to persuade Roger to give her a second chance, but she blows the moment when she takes off her coat realizes that she left her dress at Dan's apartment.  Joe tells Siobhan that what he wants most with her is a family. Jack appreciates it when Maeve offers him a hot meal and cares for him, but he resists her overtures when she asks him to stay with them for a while.  Jack offers to allow Ryan to stay and shocks Maeve when he says that he wants it to be forever.  Siobhan comes down to tell Jack that Ryan is awake and asking for her daddy.  Delia tells Roger about the note on Ryan's and that she is in debt to Dan. She is hurt when Roger refuses to feel pity for her and instead puts her out.  Jack goes up to visit with Ryan and tells her that she will be okay with her grandmother.  Maeve tells Siobhan that losing Mary has reminded Jack of his past pain and that he will need some time to get himself back together.  Jack shocks Maeve and Siobhan when he tells them that he has nothing to offer Ryan.  At home, Siobhan and Joe talk about children and disagree about when they should have them.  Their talk is interrupted when Delia arrives on their doorstep with her bags in hand and tells them that Roger put her out.

Episode 1161 December 21, 1979 Monday, October 19, 2009

Delia explains her situation with Roger to Siobhan and Joe. She decides that she is going to fight for her marriage. As Maeve and Johnny prepare their Christmas tree, Maeve recalls Mary's whispered exchange about E.B.B.  Tiso arrives to see Joe and is shocked when he finds Delia there.  Tiso gives Siobhan a solid silver vanity set engraved with his mother's initials, E.B.B.  Seneca goes to the jeweler to buy Kim a Christmas gift not knowing that she is simultaneously buying him one as well.  Seneca and Jill have a pleasant conversation with one another in the department store until Jill talks about her hopes for a divorce.  Maeve tells Johnny of her talk with Ryan and how it hurt trying to make her understand that Mary will no longer be with them.  When Johnny comes down on Jack and the way that he is acting, Maeve tells him that she still has hope that he will come around.  Delia goes to see Roger and he tells her that he was in love with the person he thought that she was.  Before she leaves, Delia tells him that one day he is going to regret putting her out and when he wants her back it will be too late.  When she leaves, Roger throws her suitcase out behind her and tells her good riddance.

Episode 1162 December 24, 1979 Monday, October 19, 2009

When Maeve finds that Little John and Ryan are fighting over Christmas presents, she tells them about her own childhood Christmases and manages to send Johnny a message about forgiveness.  Tiso arrives at Joe's apartment bearing gifts, even for Delia and after hearing more about her situation, he reassures her that things will be better.  Johnny goes to visit Jack and makes a peace overture. He is saddened when he receives a bristling response that shows that Jack has no desire to be with the family ever again.  Upset that Roger has not come to find her, Delia tells Maeve, Johnny, and Bob that she and Roger are separated and lies as to the reason why.  She is horrified when she sees Dan arriving and fears that he is going to ruin her story.  Delia gets everyone out of the bar before Dan comes in and later pleads with him to leave her alone so she can pull her marriage together.  When Bob sees them talking, he physically throws Dan out of the bar but not before Dan gives Delia an ultimatum that she must agree to if she does not want him to foreclose on Ryan's.

Episode 1163 December 25, 1979 Tuesday, October 20, 2009

After dinner, Siobhan and Joe leave for home, leaving Delia with Tiso.  Tiso determines to get to core of the problem that is distressing Delia.  Siobhan and Joe discuss the day's events and eventually get into a discussion about having a family and birth control.  Joe agrees to wait for children until the time is right.  Seneca exchanges gifts with Rae and Kim and is delighted when they appreciate them.  When Rae leaves them alone, Kim tries to kiss Seneca under the mistletoe and has to have the perimeter of their relationship explained to her.  Kim is not impressed and tells him that he has ruined her Christmas.  Tiso hones in on Delia's actions and convinces her to tell him the entire story about her debt. After Delia tells him the story, Tiso reassures Delia about Dan and helps her come up with a plan to handle Mr. Fox.

Episode 1164 December 26, 1979 Tuesday, October 20, 2009

Dan waits for Delia with champagne and an expensive tennis bracelet, but he receives an unexpected visit from Tiso instead.  A drunken Jack picks a fight at Jumbo's club and calls Maeve for reinforcement.  When he gets Jill instead, she offers to come to the rescue herself.  Dan tries to weasel out of his meeting with Tiso and is convinced by Delia that it is imperative that he takes the meeting.  Tiso makes a few demands on Dan to clear Delia of her debt and when Dan refuses, Tiso paints a disastrous picture for him that makes him change his mind.  Just as things gets out of hand at Jumbo's, Jill arrives and tries to convince Jack that his little girl needs him.  When Jack begins to get loud with Jill, Jerry says the wrong thing and Jack lunges for him.  Bob arrives at Tiso's restaurant and has a run in with one of the waiters when he forgets that he is no longer a cop.  Bob tries to reassure Delia about her relationship with Roger and convinces her to sell her white mink coat and jewelry from Dan to have money.  When Tiso arrives, he gives Delia the good news about Dan, which Bob is not too happy about.  Jerry promises to press charges against Jack for assault.  Delia learns part of the details of Tiso's visit to Dan and is happy when Tiso offers to handle the details of her jewelry sale and mentions to her that he has a proposition for her future.

Episode 1165 December 27, 1979 Wednesday, October 21, 2009

Jill argues with the police about letting Jack go free until his trial.  Jill calls Frank and asks him to come down, hoping that he can do something to get Jack out of jail.  Kim confronts the play's producer about the money that the cast is owed and comes close to getting herself fired.  Chester congratulates Kim's efforts to try to get their money. Kim calls Seneca and requests a meeting with him in hopes that he will come to their assistance.  At Joe's apartment, Tiso tells Joe that he has a business offer for Delia, which does not seem to surprise Joe.  When Joe leaves, Delia arrives and is surprised when Tiso offers to front her the money for a classy restaurant and tells her that the only stipulation is that he be considered a silent partner.  Frank convinces the police officer to let Jack out, promising that they will bring him in for his trial.  Frank tries to get through to Jack and fails, leaving them all worried about him.  Kim arrives at Greenberg's and begs Seneca to go down and talk to her producer. When Seneca fails to come to her rescue, Kimberly goes to ask Frank for help and manages to upset Seneca in the process.

Episode 1166 December 28, 1979 Wednesday, October 21, 2009

Maeve reaches the end of her patience with Jack and goes to Weehawken Street to tell him so.  Jack tells her that he does not appreciate her visit and asks her to leave.  Delia arrives at the Ryan's looking for Roger and is hurt when she learns that he has not tried to her at all.  Johnny is offended when Delia tells him that a boom in her commodities has made her decide to open a restaurant.   A forceful Frank persuades Kim's producer to pay the cast's salaries.  Maeve arrives and is shocked when Delia keeps her word to Little John and takes him to the zoo as promised.  Maeve tells Johnny that Jack is not willing to see his daughter.  When Johnny tells Maeve that Ryan's fever is worsening, Maeve calls Jack and informs him that Ryan is going to the hospital.  Kim gloats to Seneca about Frank's success and becomes furious when Seneca reprimands her about her behavior.

Episode 1167 Episode 1165 Monday, December 31, 1979 Thursday, October 22, 2009

Jack arrives at hospital and becomes furious when Maeve does not tell him what is wrong with Ryan.  At the zoo, Delia and Little John visit the gorilla habit and meet Prince Albert.  While the gorilla is entertaining them, Adam arrives and tells them some interesting facts about gorillas - including the fact that they are capable of getting attached to individual humans.  Jack is reunited with Ryan and agrees to stay with her at the Ryan's while she gets better.  When Siobhan arrives, she expresses her guilt over Mary's death. Jack explodes and accuses her of feeling as if the world revolves around her.  Tiso gives Delia papers on their restaurant, but reminds her that she is to tell no one about his involvement, including Siobhan and Joe.  Tiso tells Joe that they are in business and that Delia thinks that it is just between the two of them.

January 1980 Daily Recaps

Episode 1168 January 1, 1980 Thursday, October 22, 2009

Jack is comforted when Faith tells him that he has no need to worry because Ryan will be okay.  Johnny arrives and condemns Jack when he sees him playing with Ryan on the floor.  Remembering her last conversation with Seneca, Kim invites Adam to dinner.  When Kim offers to tell Adam the truth, she is pleased when he offers to take her to Lem's.  Jack and Johnny are in conflict over Ryan's care. Jack takes Ryan to her room, but asks Johnny to wait for him because he has something to say.  Frank arrives at Lem's and is pleased when he learns that Kim and her cast mates have gotten their pay.  Kim sees Seneca arrive and flirts with Adam, hoping to make Seneca jealous.  Seneca loses his temper with Frank over his role in assisting Kim in getting her money for the play.  As Frank talks, Seneca jealously watches Kim with Adam and later picks a fight with Frank.  Jack reminds Johnny that he is in charge of his own daughter.  Johnny tells Jack that all he does is take from people and never give anything back. He also accuses Jack of being the reason that Mary never made it to the wedding.  Adam is shocked when Kim tells him that she has made reservations for them at an inn and hopes that they will use the room for the evening.

Episode 1169 January 2, 1980 Friday, October 23, 2009

Worried about Kim, Rae calls Seneca and learns that Kim is with Adam.  Seneca assures Rae that Kim will be home soon.  Meanwhile, Kim is putting the make on Adam and begins kissing him.  Joe is worried when Siobhan arrives home late from work and is shocked when he asks her to quit her job so that she can stay home with him daily.  When Siobhan tells him that she really likes her job, Joe lets it go.  When Tiso arrives, Joe tells him of his fears that Delia will let it leak that Tiso is her partner. Tiso assures him that Delia is at his disposal.  Seneca calls Rae for an update and is relieved when Adam and Kim arrive home.  Kim tells Rae that it is normal to like men and hates the fact that Rae is trying to hinder her life with rules.  Rae tells Kim a bit about her past and how empty she was because of the sexual choices she made. Tiso warns Joe about crowding Siobhan too much and suggests he allow her the freedom that she needs as a person.  Johnny arrives looking for Tiso and warns him that in the future he is to leave helping Delia to the Ryan's.  Kim lies to Rae about her evening with Adam and says she thinks of Adam as a big brother.  Adam voices his concern to Seneca about Kim's behavior and Seneca decides the best thing to do is to tell Rae.

Episode 1170 January 3, 1980 Friday, October 23, 2009

Seneca tells Rae about his conversation with Adam. Rae calls the hotel in order to confirm the reservation and becomes upset when she finds that Adam's story is true.  When Kim arrives, Seneca makes himself scarce and Rae tells Kim that she does not tolerate lies.  Faith arrives for a visit with Roger who is shocked when she asks for a drink.  When Roger takes the hypocritical approach about Delia's affair, Faith reminds him that he too was unfaithful and encourages him to go after his wife.  Bob comforts Delia about her estrangement from Roger.  Rae demands that Kim not lie to her and threatens to send her home.  Later, when Rae tries to stop Kim from leaving, Kim slaps her.  Bob convinces Delia to call Roger to take the first step at reconciling.  Roger leaves for Sheepshead Bay in order to call Delia to reconcile and misses her call.  When she is unsuccessful, Bob offers to take Delia to dinner and cheers her up a bit.  Bob and Frank talk about their lives and realize that they are both missing what they had.  Kim goes to Seneca's apartment and accuses him of ruining her life.  When Seneca tells her that there is no way that he can get out of her life, Kim tells him to make up his mind once and for all.

Episode 1171 January 4, 1980 Monday, October 26, 2009

Kim accuses Seneca of confusing things by saying that he is there for her and then withdrawing.  Seneca takes charge of a furious Kim and phones her mother, who insists Kim not be allowed to leave before Rae gets there.  Roger arrives in Sheepshead Bay looking for Delia and learns that she is not there.  When Roger misses the opportunity to tell Delia that he still loves her he decides not to wait for her and tells Siobhan instead.  An emotional confrontation between Kim and Rae ends with Rae asking Seneca to keep Kim for the night.  Siobhan tells Joe about her feelings for Delia and how they differed from Mary's and the rest of the Ryan's.  Siobhan tries to deal with feelings about Mary and Jack and has to pull back when Joe begins to feel jealous about her and Jack's relationship.  Seneca reassures Kimberly about her relationship with Rae and tells her that he is sure that once they find their ground things will be okay.  Seneca finds Kim crying in the middle of the night and puts his arms around her as she falls back asleep.

Episode 1172 January 7, 1980 Monday, October 26, 2009

Kim awakens curled up with Seneca in the bed next to her and likes it.  Later, at Seneca's insistence, she calls Rae and the call goes as badly as she expected. When Rae arrives, a frosty exchange between mother and daughter results in Rae asking Seneca to keep Kim with him for a few days while she gets her thoughts on motherhood together.  Meanwhile, Jack rushes to Ryan's room and finds Maeve there ironing in hopes of being closer to Mary.  When Jack learns that Johnny has taken Ryan out to play in the snow he fumes, clearly spoiling for a fight.  Later, Jack and Johnny struggle for control of Ryan and Jack demands that Johnny follow his rules for his daughter.  Later, after Johnny plugs the iron back in, her and Jack leave the room to finish their discussion not wanting Ryan to overhear.  As Finn follows them, he jostles ironing board and creates a fire hazard when the iron falls forward and begins to burn into the ironing board cover.  Roger and Rae seek mental clarity in whiskey over the fate of their lives. Ryan is in danger as her room fills with smoke.

Episode 1173 January 8, 1980 Tuesday, October 27, 2009

Jack tries to lay down ground rules for Johnny and the amount of time that he can spend with Ryan and Johnny fights against him tooth and nail.  Later, their struggle for control over Ryan is interrupted when they realize that there is a fire in her room.  As Roger and Rae lay in the whiskey, Rae comes to the realization that she could be a really good mother but fears that alcohol would have to play a huge part of that.  Rae tells Roger that Kim is with Seneca and that she is sure she will be safe there.  Meanwhile, Delia and Siobhan arrive at Roger's apartment hoping to reconcile things between them and when they realize Roger is not home Delia uses her key to wait for him.  Jack gets Ryan out of the smoke filled room as Johnny gets the iron in an upright position.  When Maeve questions what happened, Johnny admits to having plugged in the iron giving Jack the ammunition to accuse him of causing more damage to Ryan.  Siobhan persuades Delia to remain alone in apartment and wait for Roger to return.  Meanwhile, at Rae's apartment, Rae decides that she is going to be the one to help Roger get his wife back and sets out to help him write Delia a love letter.  At Roger's apartment, Delia closes the doors to the bedroom and falls asleep in his bed.  Maeve tells Johnny that Jack is testing him to find out if they are his real family since Mary is gone and asks him to treat Jack with kid gloves if they expect to see Ryan again.  Roger takes Rae back to his apartment to get notepaper for Delia's letter.  Unknowing that she is in the bedroom asleep, he reads his letter out loud and Delia totally misunderstands thinking that it is for Rae and bursts out of the room to let him know how much she does not appreciate it.

Episode 1174 January 9, 1980 Tuesday, October 27, 2009

Delia accuses Roger of maintaining his relationship with Rae while trying to condemn her for being pressured into an affair.  When Rae tries to intervene and let Delia know her reason for being there, Delia reminds her that she was the other woman and quiets her from making any further pleas.  Meanwhile, Maeve asks for Siobhan's assistance with the Johnny-Jack situation when she notices that the men are no closer to reconciliation.  Seneca arrives home and finds a romantic dinner waiting for him and finds himself tested by Kim's effort at seduction and decides to put his reservations about the situation on the back burner for the time being.  A defeated Delia throws her wedding ring at Roger before she leaves the apartment absolutely convinced that Roger and Rae are still seeing one another.  Siobhan seeks out Jack to reassure him about his role in family and what he means to them and manages to restore a degree of genuine communication between them.  Meanwhile, Joe watches the two of them from across the room and becomes uncomfortable with the fact that Siobhan is that close with another man beside himself.  Kim makes Seneca uncomfortable when she tells him that she wishes she could stay with him forever and Seneca realizes that it is time for a few truths.  Seneca tells Kim that while he is attracted to her and wishes that there was something that he could do about it, he reminds Kim of the reasons why they cannot do just that realizing that offering to let her stay there with him could have been a mistake.

Episode 1175 January 10, 1980 Wednesday, October 28, 2009

Kim arrives in Seneca's room in the middle of the night unable to sleep and manages to stir up more feelings in Seneca when she tells him that she has never loved someone as she loves him.  Meanwhile, Johnny tells Maeve of his conversation with Tiso regarding Delia and that he feels they should be the ones helping Delia, not Joe and Tiso.  Meanwhile, Tiso arrives at Joe's apartment and gives Delia the money that he promised to get her for her coats and tells her that the jewelry that she got from Dan was fake and that there was no where to sell them.  As Delia talks to Tiso about her living arrangements, Delia is surprised when Maeve calls and offers her a room with the Ryan family.  Meanwhile, as Joe tells Siobhan and Jack what Siobhan and his desire for a family means to him, it also becomes clearer to Siobhan just how much children mean to Joe.  Seneca finds it hard to resist the appeal that Kim has for him and tries to dissuade her with thoughts on what it will be like for them in a few years when Seneca is old and she is in the middle part of her life but Kim does not take the bait.  Later, Seneca realizes that he has to act in responsible manner and tells Kim that he will have to take her home.  At Ryan's, there is an assassination attempt on Tiso's life when men enter with guns and shoot up the place and Jack throws himself in front of Siobhan when he realizes that she is in the line of fire.  Afterward, Siobhan screams for help when she realizes that Jack has been shot.

Episode 1176 January 11, 1980 Wednesday, October 28, 2009

Ryan's is in shamble after the attack the attack on Tiso's life as the family rallies around Jack who is in the world of pain.  Later, as Joe searches Tiso and makes sure he is okay, Maeve is horrified when she finds one of Tiso's bodyguards and realizes that he is dead.  Later, Siobhan and Joe walk Jack to the emergency room so that he can get his wound looked into.  Seneca delivers a subdued Kim home, which is an intense regret for them both.  When they get into a disagreement over it, Rae comes out of her room and demands to know what is going on.  Tiso sits in the kitchen at Ryan's and denies to the police any knowledge of reasons or people involved in shooting.  At the hospital, Jack is allowed to go home with a word from the doctor that if the bullet had been six inches to the left it would have gone through his heart.  Later. Siobhan and Joe make it known to Jack that they are aware that Jack saved Siobhan's life.  Seneca tells Rae that he brought Kim home so that they could resolve their problems.  Later, when mother and daughter don't seem to be getting anywhere, Kim suggests she get her own apartment and gets no help in that direction from her mother.  As the Ryan's try to sort things out, Maeve begs Johnny to not say anything about her living out in Sheepshead Bay and realizes that he request will not be honored when Johnny states that it is his right to ensure that his family is safe.  When the group returns from the hospital, Maeve comments on the fact that the reporters should be around soon and Joe takes that as an opportunity to get out of there with Siobhan before they arrive.  Not pleased that Siobhan is leaving with him, Johnny questions the soundness of that and the result is an intense and fearful exchange between Johnny and Joe.

Episode 1177 January 14, 1980 Thursday, October 29, 2009

Joe comforts Siobhan when she awakens from a frightful nightmare from incidents of the night before and promises her that Tiso's problem will in no way affect them.  Later, when the two begin to make love, Siobhan begs Joe to wait in order for her to use precautions, but Joe continues forth not wanting to wait.  Delia wants to escape from the tragic events of the night before by going to the zoo to visit with Prince Albert.  When she leaves, Johnny pushes aside the fact that Jack actually saved Siobhan's life and blames the entire reason that his daughter is involved with Joe and is because Jack deemed him a worthy person free of his uncle's business.  Meanwhile, Roger phones Ryan's worried about Delia and is told that he can find her at the monkey house at the zoo.  Joe and Siobhan have mixed feelings on children and whether or not they like the fact of her being pregnant after making love this morning.  Tiso arrives and tells Joe who hired the hit against him and that there is going to be major trouble ahead.  When Tiso mentions that Joe should send Siobhan home to her family for the time being, Joe is tough and demands that his wife is going to remain close to home where he can keep an eye on her.  Later, Joe walks Tiso out and promises to return home soon.  When Jack calls, Siobhan leaves for a visit and leaves a note for Joe unaware that she might be in danger.  Delia learns more about Prince Albert from Owen and learns that Owen is trying to teach Albert sign language.  When Roger arrives, Owen leaves and Delia is not too pleased to see him.  Siobhan arrives to try to act as buffer between Jack and Johnny.  Meanwhile, Joe finds Siobhan's note and alarmed heads for Riverside.

Episode 1178 January 15, 1980 Thursday, October 29, 2009

Roger overcomes Delia's resistance and persuades her to listen to him.  Meanwhile, Siobhan has relief of caring exchange with Jack and both agree that Tiso might not be who he said he was and wonder where that leaves Joe - although Siobhan is inclined to believe in him.  When a frantic Joe arrives looking for Siobhan, Jack senses Joe's unease with Siobhan being out alone and challenges Joe with leaving town with his wife for a while to see if his allegiance is to his wife or to the invisible role that he plays in this gang war. When he receives an answer that isn't quite satisfactory, Jack fears that Joe is going to get Siobhan into trouble that cannot be fixed.  At the zoo, Roger tries to tell Delia of his and Rae's plan to get Roger back together with his wife but the mere mention of Rae's name sends Delia into a furry and prevents reconciliation.  Later, Albert makes Roger furious when he throws a banana peel at him and Roger wishes Delia the best with her life and her new friends finally convinced that his and Delia's marriage is over.  Joe and Siobhan arrive home and Joe checks out the place thoroughly to ensure that no one there to do them harm.  Later, Joe tries to convince Siobhan to go out of town until what is happening with Tiso blows over.  When she refuses, he outlines for her the precautions that they need to take and upsets her when he again brings up his desire for a normal family life.  Delia consults Wes about Tiso and after giving him fictitious facts and names is advised to go into business with him without at least a friend at her side.

Episode 1179 January 16, 1980 Friday, October 30, 2009

Kim is miserable remembering her conversation with Seneca and he is almost as troubled as has to fight the urge to call Kimberly not wanting to give in to the temptation of loving someone half his age.  Delia is delighted when she makes Bob an offer to manage the Crystal Palace and he accepts.  Later, Bob gets a mysterious phone call and leaves Delia wondering just what his secret is.  Kim arrives at Seneca's office hoping to reach him and is hurt when he remains as closed off as ever, even though he wants to be with her as much as she wants to be with him.  Later, Kim is hurt further when she tells Seneca that it is her 18th birthday and he refuses to come to her opening.  Later, Seneca agrees to go drinking with Roger in an effort to forget about his troubles.  Bob informs Frank and Jill of his conversation with his buddy from the precinct and that he learned that there is a gang war is starting in Sheepshead Bay and that Siobhan will be at the center of it.  Frank tells them that he is going to get Siobhan away from them because he has already lost one sister and there is no way that he is going to lose another.  Seneca discreetly explores with Roger his view of older men with younger women and is encouraged to pursue the relationship.  Later, Seneca makes a decision to go to Kim's opening tomorrow.

Episode 1180 January 17, 1980 Friday, October 30, 2009

Rae tries to decline to go to Kim's play in nice manner, but upsets Kim dreadfully in spite of best efforts.  Delia goes to visit Tiso with her idea of Bob working with her at the Crystal Palace.  Later, Delia is delighted when Tiso approves of Bob being there with her and leaves to go visit a friend.  When Delia leaves, Tiso arranges for Joe to meet him at the restaurant immediately.  Jill reassures Frank that Mary believed in him and knew that he had no part in the scandal that kicked him out of the Senate.  Convinced that her mother won't be attending her opening night, Kim arrives at Frank and Jill's office and invites them to her opening night performance.  Kim is delighted when they assure her that she will have two friends in the audience whether or not Rae shows up.  Meanwhile, Rae decides to attend the play knowing that she cannot miss Kim's opening night.  Delia arrives at the zoo with a gift for Prince Albert and learns that he is not in a very good mood.  When Owen invites Delia to dinner, she nicely puts him off telling him that she is off of relationships.  Later, Delia is frightened when they give the basketball to Prince Albert and he destroys it in a terrifying display.  Tiso tells Joe of Delia's request that Bob assist her at the restaurant and that he has told her yes for the time being.  Joe assures Tiso that an ex-cop should give the place a good reputation, in spite of the inherent danger to their operation.  Later, Joe questions Tiso on the gang war and of the damage that he fears can come to his new family.  Tiso tells him that he needs to demand that Siobhan stay at home more, for her own sake.

Episode 1181 January 18, 1980 Monday, November 2, 2009

Kim's opening night gets underway.  Seneca arrives and is told that it would not be good to see Kimberly before the show.  Rae arrives and tells him that she very well could not have skipped Kimberly's opening night even though it is her birthday.  When Frank and Jill arrive, the group tries to remain civil toward one another.  Tiso informs his accountant about the restaurant he is funding for Delia. He lists his reasons, which include moving the drug cutting business to there from EBB Enterprises.  He asks his accountant to act as Delia's accountant, but says that Delia can't know of their affiliation. Rae learns of Seneca's contribution to the play's producer and accuses him of encouraging Kim behind her back.  Jill tries to stop Rae when she declares that she is leaving - to no avail.  Delia explains her initial plans for the restaurant to Tiso and she is pleased when he tells her about Ben and hopes that he will be just the accountant that she is looking for.  After the play, Frank and Jill agree that it was a flop, but they later congratulate Kim. Seneca comforts Kim because Rae left during the middle of the play and he reluctantly agrees to take her to dinner.

Episode 1182 January 21, 1980 Tuesday, November 3, 2009

At Ryan's, Siobhan reassures her mother that things in Sheepshead Bay are quiet.  Kathleen surprises everyone when she arrives to check in and make sure everyone is doing well.  At Café Budapest, Kim and Seneca acknowledge fact they have missed one another.  The waiter arrives with evening newspapers and Kim is anxious to read her reviews.  Siobhan mentions her talk with Jack to Tiso and brings up Jack's questions about Mary's last words before she died.  When Siobhan leaves, an upset Tiso sends for Larry (The Man in the Green Hat) wanting answers to the state that he left Mary in.  Maeve and Kathleen spend time together talking about Mary and the family.  Seneca comforts Kim when her play receives horrible reviews and offers to take her back to his apartment so that she will not have to face her mother.  Jack tells Kathleen of his last moments with Mary and his questions regarding her death.  Tiso questions Larry as to how he could have left Mary in the car in a condition where she could wake up and talk to anybody.

Episode 1183 January 22, 1980 Tuesday, November 3, 2009

Jack dreams of the Man in the Green Hat and doesn't realize that he is the man from the coffee shop. When Maeve awakens him, she asks him what he was thinking about and he regretfully tells her that he cannot remember.  Seneca offers Kim emotional support and tells her that not everyone thinks that she made a fool of herself.  Tiso gets the details of Mary's death from Larry and learns that there is no way that Mary should have still been alive when Jack and her parents arrived at the scene.  Maeve and Jack discuss Mary's last words about the Man in the Green Hat and wonder just what she could have meant by them.  Seneca tells Kim that it is becoming harder to fight his feelings for her.  Kim reassures him of her feelings for him and convinces him that the only right thing for them to do is to make love.  Jack tells Maeve that he does not know what happened the night of the accident but he intends to find out.  Tiso plans to send a phony witness of Mary's accident to Jack to give him false details, hoping to quiet any further questions that he may have.

Episode 1184 January 23, 1980 Wednesday, November 4, 2009

As Siobhan and Joe prepare talk, it is clear that Siobhan is upset about something and avoids telling Joe what it is.  Delia arrives at Faith's to borrow a book and attempts to send Roger a message that she is getting along just fine without him - a message that Faith declines to deliver.  Siobhan finds Maeve and Kathleen deep in remembrances of babies and the joys of motherhood and she begins to cry.  Delia arrives at the zoo and rescues Albert from tormentors.  Owen tells Delia that gorilla's are aggressive and will become even more so if they are being treated unfairly.  Jack finds Siobhan crying in the parlor and tries to uncover what is troubling her. He is shocked when he learns that she is pregnant and thinking about getting an abortion.

Episode 1185 January 24, 1980 Wednesday, November 4, 2009

As Seneca and Kim are basking in the aftermath of lovemaking, Rae arrives looking for her daughter.  Siobhan admits to Jack that she hasn't told Joe about her pregnancy yet and won't have to if she follows through with her plan.  She tells Jack that not only is she too much of a newlywed to be pregnant, she feels it is not right to have a baby in the middle of a drug war.  At the zoo, Delia is taken into feeding area for Prince Albert and is stunned when Owen tells her that he is teaching Prince Albert sign language.  Delia fails at her attempt to teach Albert sign language and learns from Owen that it becoming clearer than ever that in addition to liking bananas, Albert likes Delia.  Seneca doesn't tell Rae about his relationship with Kim. Instead, he tells Rae that Kim must have spent the night with a friend.  Later, Seneca and Kim agree that there is nothing they want to do with their morning but spend it together.  Trying to reassure her, Jack tells Siobhan about his fears when he learned that Mary was pregnant with Ryan.  Jack receives a call from the police department that a witness to Mary's accident has been found.

Episode 1186 January 25, 1980 Thursday, November 5, 2009

Kim lies to Rae about her whereabouts the night before and manages to manipulate her mother's sympathy.  Rae reads Kim a good review of her performance from the night before and volunteers to help her celebrate it only to learn that Kim has made her own plans for the evening.  Siobhan tells Joe about the call that Jack received from the police department.  Later, Joe is ecstatic when Siobhan finally tells him that news that she is pregnant.  Frank arrives to talk to them both and expresses his concern for his sister being in the middle of gang war.  When Joe tells him of precautions that Tiso has already taken, Siobhan is alarmed to hear that she is being trailed by guards. Before Frank leaves, he learns that Siobhan is pregnant and issues a warning to Joe that Siobhan's safety is more important than ever. Kim arrives at Seneca's office with new of reviews and makes plans to see him after show - an offer that he can't resist.  Later that evening, Kim is surprised when she learns that a major New York agent was in the audience to see her play and that she is waiting to take Kim out to dinner.  Kim declines, not wanting to miss her evening with Seneca, and makes lunch plans with her instead for the following afternoon.

Episode 1187 January 28, 1980 Thursday, November 5, 2009

Jack sits with Phil and gets the details that he has about Mary's accident.  Phil tells him that he spent the afternoon with Mary in a coffee shop and she told him that she was missing her sister's wedding. He mentions that she was on her way home to apologize when she left.  Phil gives Jack his name and number in case he wants to talk to him again.  Frank tells Jill that Siobhan is pregnant rocks her with news that Joe's answer to all of Siobhan's safety problems is to have her under constant guard.  Frank comforts Jill about her marriage to Seneca and tells her that sooner or later Seneca will find someone that will make him happy and he will give Jill a divorce.  Kim arrives at Seneca's apartment and tells him about Paige's offer and how great it is that someone wants her.  Faith tells Roger that he could do so much better than Delia and says that the perfect woman is waiting for him. Jack shocks Frank when he tells him the real reason behind Mary's disappearance the day of the wedding.  Frank tells him that regardless of how angry she was at him, Jack was not at fault for what happened.  Phil arrives at the Harborside and tells Tiso that all went well with Jack and that he seemed to believe every word.

Episode 1188 January 29, 1980 Friday, November 6, 2009

Maeve is delighted when Siobhan arrives and tells her that she is pregnant.  Joe is angered when Tiso declares that Siobhan's pregnancy will be good for the business.  Across town, Michael conspires with Dom to get a job inside Tiso's fortress in order to get revenge for his father.  Later, Tiso agrees to see Michael and considers giving him a job.  Kim has lunch with Paige and is delighted when Paige offers to be her agent.  Kim arrives at Ryan's to consult with Frank about the contract that she has been offered and to her intense dismay, she receives advice to stay clear of it.  When Kim pouts, Frank offers to have a meeting with Paige to discuss the situation further.  Maeve and Frank admit to having real fear for Siobhan - pregnant and in a gang war situation. Tiso interviews Michael and decides to hire him to assist in the restaurant - feeling that it is the least he can do to honor Michael's family for the loss of his father.

Episode 1189 January 30, 1980 Friday, November 6, 2009

Delia persuades Adam to take her to dinner at Lem's.  Roger arrives at Lem's and spots a beautiful woman sitting alone and has his eye on her.  As Roger makes an effort to pick up Lilly, Delia arrives with Adam and tensions build between the couple.  Jack arrives at Harborside and challenges Tiso's assertion that everything is under control.  Meanwhile, Michael takes up his duties as busboy checking out the place to see when he will have the best opportunity to get his revenge on Tiso.  Siobhan arrives at Harborside and is anxious to learn of Jack's conversation with Phil and what he knows about Mary's actions before the accident.  Delia misinterprets what is happening between Roger and Lilly and makes a move on Adam hoping to make Roger jealous. When Roger and Lily leave together, Delia is sad to think that she is losing Roger for good.  Siobhan has an emotional response when she learns that Jack told Frank the truth about her last conversation with Mary.  Michael checks in with Dom and learns that he is to plant a bomb in the restaurant tomorrow.

Episode 1190 January 31, 1980 Monday, November 9, 2009

At the Harborside Restaurant, Joe coddles Siobhan and assures her that he will try and lay off a little as she continues forth in the pregnancy.  Karl learns about an explosive device from Dominick and plans to put it under Tiso's table as retribution for what Tiso did to his father.  Delia tells Johnny and Bob about her experience with Roger and Lilly at Lem's and becomes upset when they refuse to empathize with her.  Miserable, Delia goes to the zoo to visit Prince Albert.  Delia helps Owen handle a dangerous situation for Albert who later realizes that Delia is unhappy and touches her hand.  At Harborside, Joe and Siobhan celebrate her pregnancy with Tiso, who tells them that things have blown over and soon there should be no need for armed guards.  Meanwhile, Karl arrives and plants the explosive device under Tiso's table.  When Siobhan and Joe leave, Tiso take his place at his table while Karl prepares to set off bomb.  When Karl goes outside, Siobhan returns inside the restaurant and joins Tiso at his table to ask his advice on a present to buy for Joe.  Outside the restaurant, Karl prepares to trigger the explosive device.

February 1980 Daily Recaps

Episode 1191 February 1, 1980 Monday, November 9, 2009

George interrupts Michael while he is trying to trigger the bomb and Michael drops the transmitter.  Tiso and Siobhan sit at the table planning a surprise gift for Joe not knowing that there is a bomb under their table.  Frank tries to persuade Paige to change Kim's contract knowing that it will be the death of her career at such an early age.  When Paige refuses, Frank advises her that he will recommend Kim not sign.  Alone again, Michael tries the detonator, but when nothing happens he realizes that the detonator is broken. Tiso gives Siobhan advice on a gift for Joe.  Michael calls Dom with the news that the detonator is broken and is told that he must recover the bomb before Tiso's men find it.  Frank calls Kim with the bad news about Paige and Kim hangs up horrified.  Seeing her heartbroken, Rae's maternal response kicks in and she offers to spend some time with Kim.   Kim is pleased when Rae offers to go with her to see Frank in hopes of reaching an agreement about the contract.  Tiso tells Joe that Wally and his men will have a surprise in the next couple days that should bring an end to their plots against him.  Later, he tells Joe of the hidden room in Delia's restaurant and his plans to move the drug operation to the Crystal Palace as soon as possible.  Despite almost being caught, Michael manages to recover the bomb from under Tiso's table.

Episode 1192 February 4, 1980 Tuesday, November 10, 2009

Kim and Rae arrive at Frank's office for their appointment and some of the old harmony between Frank and Rae emerges, which is seen by Kim and Jill.  Bob meets Prince Albert and is immediately afraid of him.  When Delia leaves, Albert rattles his cage in hopes of getting her to come back and the gate swings open. Owen arrives in time to prevent an escape and realizes that he is going to have to get the gate fixed before Albert gets away.  Kim becomes upset when Rae recommends that she follow Frank's advice concerning Paige. Kim sees how involved Rae still is with Frank.  Delia decides on a name for her restaurant. Johnny questions her about the costs and asks her where she is getting the money. Their conversation is interrupted when Bob receives a call that the bodies of two of Tiso's enemies have been found in the trunk of a car and that the gang war is in full bloom.  Kim watches as Rae gets drunk and she sees how intensely Rae still loves Frank.  A drunken Rae gives a semi confession that she may have been responsible for the scandal that caused Frank to lose his seat in the U.S. Senate, but tries to take it back when she realizes what she's said.

Episode 1193 February 5, 1980 Tuesday, November 10, 2009

Johnny calls Frank with the news of the gang war and Frank tells Johnny that a family conference is necessary.  Fearing what will happen to her restaurant plans Delia frantically tries to defend Tiso.  Kim arrives for a visit with Paige to decide about the contract. She manages to see straight through Paige's veneer when she makes it known that Kim's being an heiress to the Woodard Empire will be the best publicity that she could have asked for.  Kim shocks Paige when she decides for herself not to sign the contract.  As the family conference progresses, Delia infuriates everyone when she continues her staunch defense of Tiso.  The conference ends with Jack being asked to go and speak to Siobhan as the family representative.  Kim arrives at Frank's office to report on her lunch with Paige and finds Faith and Jill there instead.  She questions Jill about the scandal that ended Frank's senatorial career and wonders if Jill thinks that Rae is guilty.  Maeve convinces Jack that he is a real member of the family with a reminder that he was asked to talk to Siobhan by Johnny.  Kim arrives home on the heels of the information that she received from Jill and realizes that the papers framing Frank have to be in the apartment. She is rewarded when she finds the safe.

Episode 1194 February 6, 1980 Wednesday, November 11, 2009

Frank calms Johnny nerves, as he is anxious about Jack's visit to Siobhan.  Kim arrives looking for Frank, hoping for a clue to open Rae's safe.  As they are talking, Page arrives wanting to see Frank and Kim.  Jack arrives in Sheepshead Bay and Siobhan tells him how much she's looking forward to having her baby.  Using this as the platform, Jack reinforces the family's concern with her being in the middle of a gang war and tells her that it is time to come back home.  Paige tells Kim that she got her a commercial audition for the following day.  Paige flirts with Johnny and arouses Maeve's ire.  Siobhan defends Joe to Jack and tells him that she is not coming home.  Meanwhile, Michael and Dom make a new plan to get Tiso.

Episode 1195 February 7, 1980 Wednesday, November 11, 2009

Delia confronts Tiso and asks him what will happen to her restaurant if he gets killed as a result of the gang war.  Michael learns about Tiso's limousine from Glassman and looks for a chance to plant the bomb.  Roger finds Faith reading Tom's poetry while nursing a drink and he invites her to Lem's.  Tiso assures Delia that she will be well taken care of if something were to happen to him and calls her accountant to make enough money available to her for three months of business.  Jack arrives to speak with Joe and decides to wait when he learns that Joe is expected to arrive shortly.  When Delia prepares to leave, Tiso offers her a ride uptown.   Michael attaches the explosive to the underside of the limo and heads back to the restaurant.  At Lem's, Roger's concern for Faith escalates when she refuses dinner and decides to only have a drink.  Adam arrives and is invited to join Roger and Faith for dinner and manages to clear the air with Roger about his dinner with Delia the night before.  Adam is shocked when Faith is brittle and sarcastic and wonders about her when she hastily leaves the table. Joe arrives at Harborside and warns Tiso that they should expect trouble from Wally. Tiso comments that after tonight Wally will feel less ambitious with his plans.  Jack confronts Joe with news about the family conference and asks Joe to send Siobhan home until everything clears up.  Joe hardens and tells Jack that he is Siobhan's family and that everyone else needs to handle their business.  Meanwhile, as Delia and Tiso head off to the limo, Delia breaks her heel and she and Tiso have to stop and go back to the restaurant where Jack and Joe are in a full-fledged argument over Siobhan.  Unaware that they are no longer walking to the car, Michael counts to ten and sets off the bomb.  When the limo explodes, Joe and Jack head off to the parking lot in a panic.

Episode 1196 February 8, 1980 Thursday, November 12, 2009

Delia agonizes over the fact that she and Tiso would have been dead if it had not been for the heel breaking off of her shoe.  When Joe arrives, Michael becomes anxious when Joe gives them the news that Glassman is alive, but unconscious. Jack makes plans to take Delia home and he tells Joe that he is going to pick up Siobhan.  Kim makes an appointment to go to Seneca's apartment and tells her mother she is having dinner with Buddy.  After she leaves, Rae takes an important message from the casting agent and mentions that she knows exactly where she can find Kim.  Animosity between Joe and Jack grows as Joe resents being told that Siobhan is in danger even though he knows that it is true.  Tiso tries to assuage Delia's panic.  Jack takes her home, with assurance from Joe that he will take of things with Siobhan.  Kim and Seneca spend the evening together in bed as Rae calls Buddy and realizes that she has been lied to.  Joe informs Siobhan that he is taking her home to stay, against her wishes. He  convinces her that she will be safe until things settle down in Sheepshead Bay.

Episode 1197 February 11, 1980 Thursday, November 12, 2009

Jack fills the Ryan's in on situation in Sheepshead Bay and how Tiso and Delia were saved because the heel broke on Delia's shoe.  Joe returns Siobhan to her family for her safety and gets into a row with Johnny.  Rae fumes about Kim's whereabouts and tells Roger that she is entirely too young for a sexual relationship.  Meanwhile, Kim tells Seneca that her mother is still in love with Frank and wonders if her mother may have had something to do with his political demise.   Seneca tells Kim that Frank's birthday date might be what she needs to open her mother's safe.  Joe makes strong statement about responsibility for Siobhan and the business dealings of his uncle. He makes it clear to the Ryan's that he will be the one to make decisions for his wife and no one else.  Maeve confirms Joe's statement that the family crossed the line on this and feels that Joe behaved himself well in light of the circumstances.  Jack tells Siobhan that even if he is only the nephew of Tiso and nothing more, that Joe is in danger.  Seneca admits that he is grateful that Kim decided that he was not fit to be her father, but wanted him for her lover.  Kim goes home to Rae and spins a web of lies about her evening with Buddy not realizing that Rae knows the truth.  Rae tells Kim of the script that came from the casting agency and says that she almost called her at Buddy's house, but decided to give her a bit of privacy.  Jack comforts Siobhan when he finds her sitting alone in the parlor crying.  Jack tells Siobhan to sit tight about Joe's possible involvement in Tiso's business and assures her that the truth will have to come out eventually.

Episode 1198 February 12, 1980 Friday, November 13, 2009

Roger arrives at Faith's to find her nursing a hangover and receives a promise from her that she will never drink again.  When they hear a radio broadcast with Delia describing the bombing of Tiso's car, Roger becomes alarmed and fears that Delia is going to get herself killed.  Kim auditions for a commercial and gives them Frank's business card when it seems that she is going to get the part.  Kim goes to Frank's office to give him the news of the audition and is a bit dismayed when she finds Jill and Faith there instead.  Kim pierces Jill's curiosity when she begins to ask questions about Frank's resignation from politics and further questions her about Frank's birth date.  After Kim leaves, Jill tells Faith of her hunch that Kim knows more about Frank's political demise than she is letting on.   Kim finds Frank and Jill at the office and gives him the news of her audition and her belief that she got the part.  While they are talking, the casting agent calls and negotiates with Frank for Kim to take the role in the commercial.  Delia makes great progress with Albert and is able to make him sign for a banana, to Owen’s amazement.  When Roger arrives and accuses Delia of playing with fire by hanging out with Tiso, Delia refuses to talk to him and goes off to spend more time with Albert.  Owen explains unique relationship between Delia and Albert to Roger, who refuses to believe she is in anything but danger by spending so much time with him.  Jill tells Frank that she believes that Kim has a crush on him. She peaks his interest when she tells him how Kim asked her outright if she thought her mother was guilty of slandering Frank.  Kim punches Frank's birth date into the safe and hits pay dirt when it opens to reveal its contents, which include a small key.

Episode 1199 February 13, 1980 Friday, November 13, 2009

Kim searches the apartment for a keyhole to fit the key that she found in the safe. She becomes so preoccupied with her search that she does not hear Rae come in.  Kim becomes petrified and drops the key - which is unnoticed by Rae.  Joe cross-examines Michael about the night of the accident and warns him of consequences that he and his mother will face if he is betraying Tiso.  Kim covers the key and manages to evade Rae's questions with a lie that she was doing some acting exercises.  When Rae invites Kim to dinner, Kim denies having already made plans to meet Seneca at the Café Budapest.  Rae makes dinner date with Roger and is delighted when he tells her that he has the perfect place to take her.  Jack forces Siobhan to consider the possibility that Joe could be Tiso's heir should anything happen to him. As Siobhan sits in fear that the man she loves could be involved in violent crime, Joe surprises Siobhan when he calls to wish her a happy Valentines Day.  Meanwhile, Michael tells Dom of the threats against him and his mother and mentions that it might be best for him to back off until they are off his trail.  Dom agrees and tells Michael to monitor Tiso's comings and goings because another hit will be attempted against soon.  At Café Budapest, Kim arouses Seneca's curiosity when she shows him the key and wonders what it could be for.  Kim goes to check her service and escapes moments before Rae and Roger arrive.  Feeling uncomfortable, Seneca evades Roger and Rae's questions and makes eye contact with Kim when she returns, warning her not to return to the table.

Episode 1200 February 14, 1980 Monday, November 16, 2009

Kim and Seneca just manage to avoid being discovered when Seneca feigns the need to make a phone call.   Frank shares his concern for Siobhan with Jill and Bob and is reassured that Siobhan decided to wait it out at home instead of racing to Sheepshead Bay.  Bob tells them that until Joe's real relationship with the business is established, they will not know for sure if Siobhan is out of harm's way.  Bob describes his position at the Crystal Palace and how elegant it will all be and stuns Jill when he mentions how much the place is going to be worth.  Frank is puzzled when he learns of how much is in restaurant's account and realizes that Delia's not bragging about her success is not normal.  At Seneca's apartment, he and Kim explore the consequences of what the discovery of their affair might produce.  Meanwhile, Rae and Roger speculate on what it could have been that kept Seneca and his date from returning to their table.  When more questions arise about Mary's death, Frank and Jill mention how it will always unsettle them how Mary decided to wear her seatbelt for the first time and was still killed. At dinner, Rae tells Roger just how much she will miss him while he is away at the medical conference in Miami.  Seneca makes plans to take Kim with him to Florida - in Roger's place.

Episode 1201 [Missing] February 15, 1980 Monday, November 16, 2009

In the Ryan’s kitchen, Siobhan is upset by the headlines of newspaper telling of gang war. In the bar with Bob, Jack admonishes himself for leaving the paper where she could see it. An old cop friend of Bob’s comes in. He warns Siobhan to make sure that Joe “keeps his head low”. Seneca tells Roger that he will be going on the trip to Miami, instead of Roger because he has to meet an old friend at the convention. Roger expresses his disappointment at not being able to meet Seneca’s date the previous evening. Kim lies to Rae with the news that she needs to get a tan for her commercial, and manages to get Rae to let her go to Miami. Siobhan frantically tries to locate Joe, but she’s not getting any information on the phone. She rants to Jack about the situation. Joe is nowhere to be found and there are police everywhere. When she vows to go find Joe herself, Jack stops her. Kim tells Seneca that she can’t wait to get away with him. Roger goes to see Rae, who doesn’t quite believe Kim’s story and tells Roger that she’s afraid that Kim is not emotionally mature enough to handle a clandestine relationship, but at least she knows that Roger will be there and can keep tabs on Kim. Roger then tells Rae that he won’t be going after all Rae is determined to find out what is going on, because it’s her place as Kim’s mother. Maeve comforts Siobhan. Siobhan admits that she may have made a mistake about being so blind about Tiso’s criminal activities, and that Joe may have been lying to her all along. Maeve tells her that maybe Joe has lied to her, but he also might see Siobhan and the new baby as an alternative to all the things he’s ever known. Siobhan admits to Maeve that when she first found out about the pregnancy she considered an abortion, but now she’s pleased about the having a baby and she wishes Joe to be safe.

Episode 1202 [Missing] February 18, 1980 Tuesday, November 17, 2009

Bob tells Siobhan that it looks like the gang war is coming to an end. Tiso and Wally will probably have a sit down soon, because there are 11 men dead, and 2 of them are Tiso’s. Siobhan anxiously awaits word from Joe, and tells Bob that she’s sick of this. The next time she sees Joe, she has a plan. Frank and Jill are having a jovial dinner at Lem’s when Roger, who was looking for Delia, joins them. He asks Jill if she’s made any headway in getting a divorce from Seneca, and she tells him no, she’s just hoping that Seneca will fall in love with someone else. Roger mentions that it’s not beyond the realm of possibility. He then expresses his concern about Faith being lonely and withdrawn. Frank and Jill agree to look in on her. Siobhan tells Bob that her plan will tell whether or not Joe is with Tiso or not. A triumphant Tiso and Joe return to the Harborside, where Tiso proclaims a celebration is in order. Joe is told that Siobhan was worried sick. Joe isn’t as sure a Tiso that the violence will end just because he made peace with Wally. Tiso suggest to Joe that he take Siobhan away for awhile. Finish the honeymoon, and Tiso can take care of the business. Frank and Jill stop in on a slightly inebriated Faith. She offers them a drink which Frank accepts and she joins him. They talk about Mary and how much Faith misses her. Tiso and George discuss his plans for the Crystal Palace and how it will be a goldmine for their drug operation. Siobhan is overcome with emotion when Joe shows up at Ryan’s. He lies that he’s been fishing for the last 12 hours. Siobhan sets her test in motion by asking Joe to go away with her. She is happily stunned when he agrees right away. They embrace, Siobhan placated, and Joe looking guilty.

Episode 1203 [Missing] February 19, 1980 Tuesday, November 17, 2009

Siobhan apologizes to Jack for being upset with him the day before. All is right with her world, because Joe passed her “test”. She explains that if Joe was able to go away with her, then he couldn’t possibly be involved in Tiso’s activities. Delia visits Albert at the Zoo and gets the news that Owen will be taking a job at a zoo in Ulster County. He’s sad to be leaving Albert, but it’s a wonderful opportunity for him. Delia worries that Albert will have nervous breakdown, because of the loss. Owen invites her to come to the zoo the next day and meet his replacement, she accepts and invites him to see the Crystal Palace afterwards. Joe surprises Siobhan with the plane tickets for their trip to Bermuda. Delighted, she tells him that he passed her “test”. His willingness to go away with her, proves that he’s not involved in Tiso’s business. She tells him how much it means to her that he was able to get away, although she knows he lied to her. He angrily reiterates that he owns a fishing business and is not involved in his uncle’s business, and he doesn’t want to have to explain family loyalty to Siobhan. Tiso calls Delia at the Crystal Palace and tells her that he’s going to stop in. Delia’s apprehensive about it, and Tiso reassures her that the trouble is over. Delia is distressed when Bob stops in and has Johnny with him. This makes Delia even more nervous because she knows that Tiso is on the way. Michael phones Dom and tells him that Tiso is on his way to the Crystal Palace.

Episode 1204 [Missing] February 20, 1980 Wednesday, November 18, 2009

Delia shows Tiso and George the Crystal Palace, while two gunmen lie in wait, hidden by the bushes on the terrace. Tiso is pleased by place and asks to see the kitchen. They leave the room, much to the dismay of the thugs. A happy and slightly tipsy Kim embraces Seneca in the hotel room in Miami. When Rae calls, Kim lies to her about being by herself. Rae is not convinced. She goes to the hospital in search of Seneca and finds Adam Cohen, who tells her he is out of town. Adam asks about Kim and Rae apologizes to him for her misjudgment of him. Adam tells Rae that Kim does the things she does, because she wants attention. Mostly she wants Rae’s attention. Rae mentions that Kim is away but acting very strangely and she’s worried about her. After Adam leaves, Rae calls her pilot and tells him to get the plane ready. She resolves that if Kim wants her attention, she will have it. Roger and Faith are at Ryan’s having a drink and Roger tells her that he’s concerned that Seneca might be headed for trouble, but that the trouble could be good for Jill. He’s also concerned about Delia being in Sheepshead Bay. Maeve mentions that Delia is at the Crystal Palace uptown, and Roger leaves to walk Faith home. Siobhan tells Maeve that she’s relieved because she finally asked Joe about Tiso. Maeve questions whether Joe admitted to Tiso’s criminal activities, Siobhan says that Joe didn’t admit it, but he didn’t deny it. But he denies any of his own involvement. Siobhan tells Maeve that what she really wants to do in Bermuda is plan a life for her and Joe and the baby that doesn’t involve Tiso. She thinks that by the next night she could have a whole new life. The gunmen skulk in the bushes waiting for Tiso to come back in the room. Tiso, Delia and George come back and have some wine to celebrate the new club. Roger arrives and joins them in a glass of wine. After a few snide comments about the club, which anger Delia, he apologizes. Delia starts to show him around, as the gunmen open fire! Everyone falls to the ground.

Episode 1205 [Missing] February 21, 1980 Wednesday, November 18, 2009

Roger checks on Delia who is okay. He starts working on George, when Delia screams when she sees Tiso. Roger commands her to call an ambulance and does his best to take care of the injured men. He tells her that the prognosis for Tiso is not good. At the front desk of Kim’s hotel, Rae bribes the desk clerk to tell her Kim’s room number. Siobhan and Joe are happily packing for their trip. Johnny expresses his concern that Siobhan is staying in Sheepshead Bay. Maeve does her best to reassure him that things will be fine between Joe and Siobhan., and that she understands Siobhan’s loyalty to Joe. Joe is caught between his loyalty to Tiso and his loyalty to his wife. Johnny then talks about the Crystal Palace and admits that he’s a little envious. Siobhan again, reiterates how happy she is that they are getting away from all the traumatic recent events. She also can understand why Joe wants to have a family so badly, he wants a normal life. She suggests that when they get back they consider moving away. Joe balks at the suggestion. Joe and Siobhan settle in to bed when the phone rings and Joe gets the news telling him that Tiso has been shot. He rushes out to go to the hospital. Seneca and Kim return to Kim’s room after a long walk on the beach. Kim is slightly tipsy and Seneca orders coffee and dessert, so she can have a clear head when she calls her mother. Seneca admits to Kim that he can be bossy and controlling and he wants her to let him know if he starts to crowd her. He wants to learn from his past mistakes. When there is a knock on the door, Seneca thinking that it’s room service goes to open it and finds Rae who is shocked to see Seneca in Kim’s room. Rae is outraged that Kim and Seneca are lovers, and Kim flimsily tries to cover by saying she just happened to run into Seneca, but Rae isn’t buying it. Seneca claims that Rae would like to think of Kim as a child, but she is a mature adult. He’s tells Rae that he’s very proud of his relationship with Kim on many levels. Rae is beyond incensed at the situation and tells him that he’s disgusting, and threatens to turn it into a scandal that would ruin Seneca. She orders Kim to pack, but Kim refuses. Joe and Siobhan arrive at the hospital and Adam grimly explains Tiso’s condition. He’s lost a lot of blood, and is in shock. He has about a one in ten chance of survival.

Episode 1206 February 22, 1980 Thursday, November 19, 2009

Rae demands that Kim pack her things and go home with her.  Seneca infuriates Rae when he tells her that Kim is not a child and that the will bring Kim home when they are ready to leave.  Joe tells Siobhan of a past accident that Tiso was in and his ability to recover even when the doctors told him that he would not be able to and hopes that he will be able to do so now.  Later, Siobhan realizes that Tiso's shooting will change their lives and further realizes that as much as she wants him to depend on her that Joe still has not cut the cord from Tiso.  Maeve and Johnny share how much they miss Mary and wonder what she could have meant by "Man in the Green Hat" and "EBB".  Later, Maeve and Johnny's recovery from Mary's death is jolted when Siobhan arrives home from the hospital with news about Tiso.  Seneca calms Kim's fears about Rae and tells her that while it is not appropriate for her to live with him he will make certain that they are still together.  Later, the two decide to go home and face the music sooner than later.  Joe visits with George and learns of the ambush that was awaiting them at Delia's restaurant and realizes that it was Wally's people that hurt his uncle.  Later, Joe promises Tiso that he'll do whatever needs to be done and that he knows just the thing to do.

Episode 1207 February 25, 1980 Thursday, November 19, 2009

Johnny worries when he learns that Siobhan went out for a walk with Finn and is reassured that they are after Tiso not her and reminds him of the written rule to not harm women and children.  Later, Johnny challenges Joe's intentions when Siobhan tells them that Joe did not want her at the hospital and wonders if it were for her safety or so that she would not find out some information that he did not want her to know.  While they are talking, Joe arrives from the hospital.  When Seneca and Kim arrive home, things get out of hand, Kim tells Seneca to leave her alone with Rae to explain things.  Maeve and Johnny come to appreciate the depth of the emotional bond between Joe and Tiso.  Later, Joe tells Siobhan that Tiso is all that Joe has by way of family and tells her that Tiso's shooting is going to change everything between them.  Rae warns Kim of her ability to destroy Seneca's career when Kim demands that she will never give him up and warns her that the final decision is up to her.  Joe tells Siobhan that the best thing for her and the baby is to stay with her family while he sits with Tiso and takes care of some personal issues.  Later, Joe's plans for the following day make one thing clear and they will soon know if he is running Tiso's criminal empire.

Episode 1208 February 26, 1980 Friday, November 20, 2009

Delia questions Bob about Tiso's presence at her restaurant in the future and Bob tries to reassure her that there is no reason for him to come around again - especially after this.  At the hospital, Jack sees Joe coming out of Tiso's room and from his appearance and manner knows that he has taken over Tiso's part in the gang war. Later, Jack talk to Joe and tries to question him about Tiso's injuries and his suspicions intensify when Joe treats him as some dumb reporter off of the street and not family.  At Seneca's office, Rae arrives and threatens Seneca to stay away from Kim entirely or she will ruin him.  When Seneca tells her that he has no intentions of giving Kim up Rae becomes even more determined.  Delia arrives for a visit with Prince Albert and finds him very upset.  When the new keeper tells her to leave, Delia tries to explain who she is but learns that the new keeper is rigid when he sends her away.  When she leaves, Albert becomes upset and rattles the cage and learns that he can open cage door at will.  Jack stuns Siobhan when he tells her that he believes that Joe has taken over Tiso's entire operation.

Episode 1209 February 27, 1980 Friday, November 20, 2009

Siobhan tells Jack that she wants more proof than just his hunches and vibes. When Jack tries to get her to see reason, she tells Jack that she loves Joe and wants to give him every chance to make it work.  Rae arrives home and tells Kim that since Seneca did not take her seriously then she needs to be the one to make the decision to save his career.  When Kim wavers, Rae tells her that she plans to light the fire under his reputation tomorrow morning in a way that will blow his job at Riverside right out of the water.  Jack pressures Siobhan to call Joe to find out what is going on with the operation.  When Siobhan calls, Joe treats her like a child and infuriates her when he tells her that he is in a meeting and will call her when he is able to talk.  Later, Siobhan decides to pay an uninvited call on Joe at their apartment.  Kim arrives to see Seneca with news of her mother's threat and tells him that she won't give him up.  When Seneca tells her that Rae's threats cannot hurt him, Kim decides that she can't allow her mother to even have a chance and looks at mysterious key.  Siobhan arrives home and becomes uncomfortable and angry when she is not allowed in her own home without Joe's approval.  When she sees the meeting that is taking place and all the strange men from out of town there she confronts Joe and getting no satisfaction leaves in anger.

Episode 1210 February 28, 1980 Monday, November 23, 2009

Siobhan tells Frank and Jill about the meeting that took place at Joe's apartment and her fear that if Joe is really involved with Tiso's business that she will have to end the marriage.  When Joe calls Siobhan at Ryan's and when he is accused of lying to her about his affairs with Tiso he agrees to a meeting on neutral ground.  Later, Siobhan reassures Frank when he voices his concern about her safety.  Meanwhile, Delia arrives at the zoo and is worried about Prince Albert.  Roger visits with Seneca and after clueing him in on his knowledge with his relationship with Kim, he asks him to remove himself as obstacle to Frank and Jill.  Later, Seneca wishes Roger good luck on Tiso's surgery when he learns that it is planned for tonight.  Jill backs Siobhan's decision to see Joe and is sure that Joe will do everything to ensure that their meeting is safe.  Later, Roger tells Jill and Frank of his scheduled surgery on Tiso and his reasons for being at the Crystal Palace to see Delia but ended up saving Tiso's life.  When Delia arrives, she denies Roger a chance to talk with her and tells him that she is on her way to the zoo to pick up a present that she left in Prince Albert's cage area.  When she leaves, Roger tells Jill and Frank of his concern for Faith and manages to arouse in Jill suspicion about Seneca having someone new in his life.  Meanwhile, at the zoo, Delia gets the bag that she left in Albert's cage and promises him that she will never abandon him.  When she leaves, Albert rattles the bars and when he gets the cage to pop open he goes after her. In the lobby, Delia says goodbye to Albert and is horrified when she learns that he is directly behind her.

Episode 1211 February 29, 1980 Monday, November 23, 2009(NOTE: A new opening sequence debuted in this Episode)

Horrified, Delia relies on her past experience with Albert in hopes of getting him back into his cage; Just as she is calming him down, Richard bursts out of the room and demands to know what is going on.  Meanwhile, Adam and Roger express their concern to Faith about their upcoming surgery on Tiso and their fears of what will happen to them if anything goes wrong.  Later, Roger implores of Faith and Adam to keep their eyes open.  Across town, Kim arrives home to learns that after all these years Rae is now ready to step in and give her the supervision that she needs.  When Kim gets disgusted, Rae repeats her threats to Kim about Seneca and adds that she will have her followed to make sure she keeps to things the way that Rae wants them.  Delia tries to get Richard to leave her in charge of Albert so that he won't be further upset and is horrified when he leaves to get the tranquilizer gun.  When he leaves, Delia comes close to getting Albert into his cage and just as she reaches the moment of success, Richard comes back and botches up the plan.  While he is distracted, Delia slams Albert inside his cage and hurries away in fear that he may get out again.  Later, Richard makes things worse when he pokes Albert with the poker and puts Delia out of the cage area.  At Rae's apartment, Kim idly plays with Rae's music box while trying to think of a way to get herself and Seneca out of the jam that Rae is placing them in.  While she is thinking, the clasp on the music box slides over and Kim notices a keyhole that fits that key that she took out of Rae's safe.  Opening the box she finds the papers that incriminated Frank.  Meanwhile, at the zoo, Richard tells Delia that she is in no way welcome to visit Albert.  When she leaves, Albert rattles his cage and roars at Richard clearly angry.

March 1980 Daily Recaps

Episode 1212 March 3, 1980 Tuesday, November 24, 2009

Rae is baffled when she arrives home and a very confident Kim is whistling the theme to the music box and makes her watch as she calls and makes a date with Seneca.  Later, when Rae tells her that the phone call was a bad move, Kim tells her that she is going out with Seneca and there is absolutely nothing that she can do about it.  At Lem's, Joe tells Siobhan about Tiso's surgery and that the doctors have given him a fifty-fifty chance.  Later, Siobhan asks Joe if he is Tiso's heir and tells him that if the answer is no that he has to prove it to her.  Meanwhile, Rae is appalled when Kim opens the music box and reveals that the papers are missing.  When a desperate Rae asks where they are, Kim tells her that she has the papers in a safe place and that because she now has information that can send Rae to prison that she is expecting her to cooperate with her or else she can fear going to prison.  Joe tells Siobhan that he is not free to give her any information about his uncle's business and that she would be the last person to tell if he knew anything because it would only put her in trouble.  Later, Joe becomes upset when Siobhan asks him to prove his love to her by going away with him and leaves the restaurant when Siobhan tells him that she will not see him again until he can look her in the eye and tell her that he is free and clear.  Later, Tiso reassures Joe about the surgery and tells him that no matter what he does to make sure he maintains things between him and Siobhan.  Meanwhile, Siobhan tells Maeve that she has just seen Joe and that she fears that it may have been for the last time.

Episode 1213 March 4, 1980 Tuesday, November 24, 2009

Roger arrives at Rae's apartment exhausted from his surgery with Tiso having spent the entire day fearing that if he's messed up Tiso's men would have been after him.  Later, when Rae tells Roger that Kim found the papers on Frank, Roger gives Rae some hard line advice and tells her that while she was not a good mother to Kim in the past that it is too late for her to make up for it now.  Meanwhile, as Kim and Seneca enjoy their time together, Kim has an idea.  Siobhan tells Jack what happened between her and Joe and fears that even though she loves him she has lost him for good.  At the hospital, George shares his concern with Joe for Tiso wanting to be in a private room and tells Joe that at least being in the same room he can watch Tiso and fears leaving him in the hands of the police.  At this moment, Adam enters with news of Tiso's surgery and tells Joe that he has come through it well, but that there will be problems to be faced.  When Adam leaves, George asks Joe if he is going to have to run things for Tiso indefinitely and Joe tells him that they will have the answer to that pretty soon.  At Ryan's, Roger discusses his remaining feelings for Delia with Jill and Frank and hopes that as much as he loves her that she does not get herself killed dealing with Tiso.  Later, Roger tells Jill that he knows for a fact that Seneca is involved with someone else and that this would be a good time for her to ask Seneca for divorce.  When Jill prompts him as to what he knows, Roger refuses to answer her questions but implores of her to accept his advice.  Meanwhile, Tiso awakens and appeals for Joe's help until he can get back on his feet. When he learns more Joe's problems with Siobhan he tells Joe that no matter what happens he is to fix things with her quickly.  At Ryan's, Jack comforts Siobhan about Joe and tells her that she should give Joe the space he needs for knowing trusting that he will return to her and the baby.  Kim gives Seneca the details about her conversation with Rae and manages to leave out the part about the papers on Frank.  Later, when Kim proposes to Seneca he reminds her of his marriage to Jill and is told that maybe this is the time to give her the divorce.

Episode 1214 [Missing] March 5, 1980 Wednesday, November 25, 2009

Kim tries to persuade Seneca to marry her. Jill arrives at Seneca’s and Kim hides in the bedroom. Delia visits Tiso in the hospital. In a roundabout way, she asks Tiso to stay away from the Crystal Palace. Be an “invisible partner” as well as a silent partner. Tiso gets a kick out of it and laughs heartily. He promises Delia he won’t do anything to endanger their mutual interests. Tiso also tells her that he’s worried about Joe and Siobhan and Delia tells him she will talk to Siobhan. Michael Pavel drops by with a huge flower arrangement for Tiso. Tiso is touched by his visit. Jill pressures Seneca again, for a divorce, but Seneca stands firm in his refusal. Knowing that Kim is in the bedroom, he tries to get rid of Jill, saying that he will speak to her in the morning in his office, but Jill isn’t going to be put off. When Seneca explains that he will not divorce her, because her marrying Frank would be a mistake, she ends up losing her temper with him, and tells him she’s sick of his controlling ways and that he’s just as cruel and vindictive as he ever was. After she leaves, Kim tells Seneca that he’s going to have to give Jill a divorce because she’s determined to marry him. Michael plots with Dom. He gives him a diagram of Tiso’s hospital layout. Back at Ryan’s, Delia complains to Johnny about the zookeeper’s poor attitude, and Johnny gently makes fun of her attachment to a gorilla. She must have a thing for dangerous friendships. First Tiso and now Prince Albert. Jill arrives and tells Frank of Seneca’s stubborn refusal, even though she knows he’s involved with someone. Frank suggests hiring a private detective to get the goods on Seneca. Jill doesn’t like the idea, but finally relents and says she knows the best in the business.

Episode 1215 [Missing] March 6, 1980 Wednesday, November 25, 2009

Tiso calls Siobhan from his hospital bed and asks her to come and visit him. He has to tell her some things that she needs to hear about Joe. Dom and Michael plot to get to Tiso in the hospital. Delia visits Prince Albert and witnesses the zookeeper being cruel to Albert. Albert hides from Delia. The zookeeper warns her not to go into the feeding area. Jill hires a detective to track Seneca so she can get grounds for divorce. Delia tries to explain to the zookeeper that Albert is upset and feels abandoned, but he brushes her off. When he leaves, Delia sneaks back to the feeding area and apologizes to Albert for tricking him back into the cage the day before. Siobhan tells Tiso that Joe lied before they were married, and that’s fraud, and according to the Church, grounds for annulment. Tiso tells Siobhan that his interests have changed. He tried to retire from his criminal activities but he had to stay in it to stay alive. He knows too many things about too many people. When he admits that he’s been involved in things that may be regarded as criminal, she calls him out on it. Tiso tells her that Joe is not involved in any of the criminal aspects of his business. His associates don’t trust him because they think he too soft. She questions whether she should believe him, just because Tiso “owned up”. Tiso tells her that he needs Joe to supervise his seven legitimate businesses. Siobhan isn’t buying it. She needs to hear the truth from Joe, and she wants proof. Tiso claims that will take a little more time. Michael Pavel tells Dom that he knows how to get rid of the cop that is the obstacle to getting to Tiso. Dom says he will take care of killing Tiso. Faith drops in on Jill at the office and Jill tells her about hiring a private detective. Faith applauds her decision and wonders if Jill knows who the “other woman” is. Jill says she hasn’t a clue and Faith jokes that she would love it to be Rae Woodard. Delia walks through the park unaware that Prince Albert has escaped from his cage and is following her.

Episode 1216 [Missing] March 7, 1980 Thursday, November 26, 2009

Siobhan is visiting Tiso. She says that assurances aren’t enough, she needs proof. Tiso tells Siobhan that she is everything that he couldn’t offer to Joe, a good life. Michael, wearing a policeman’s uniform and Dom dressed as an are at the hospital getting ready to put their plan in motion. Garrison at the zoo reports the missing Prince Albert. An unwitting Delia is followed through the park by an escaped Prince Albert. Bob sees a solitary Faith having a drink at Ryan’s and joins her. He tells her what hard work the restaurant business is. Faith admits that she is lonely and Bob offers to join her if she ever wants to do something. Jack arrives and tells them of his interviews in Sheepshead Bay. Everyone there is aware of Tiso, but they feel safe knowing he’s there. On his way back, he stopped at the site were Mary died. He knows that Mary’s last words The Man in the Green Hat mean something but he can’t figure it out just yet. Faith hears the juke box music and commands Bob to dance with her. Michael goes to relieve the cop outside Tiso’s door and finds he’s supposed to be on duty till 10:00. He waits next to him. Tiso asks Siobhan what kind of proof she wants. Siobhan tells him she wants to go away with Joe. Tiso says he won’t stand in their way, if that’s what she wants, but it’s helpful to him to have people think that Joe is running the business because then they’ll think that his business is running smoothly. After the nurse gives Tiso his medication, Tiso asks Siobhan to stay with him for a few minutes. Faith stumbles in dancing with Bob, and they sit down after the music is done. Bob and Jack notice that Faith is a little drunk and question her on how many drinks she’s had. Bob offers to get her some food and Faith declines and says she’s going to leave. Bob decides to walk her home. Prince Albert loses sight of Delia in the park and gets angry. Thinking Tiso is asleep, Siobhan goes to leave. He wakes up and tells her to take care of herself. Outside Tiso’s room, Michael relieves the policeman early, so he can go home and see his kids. Siobhan notices the absence of the police, and rushes back into Tiso’s room. Tiso panics when he realizes that he has no protection, and knows that someone is going to kill him. He begs Siobhan to help him. She goes into the hall and finds an empty gurney and medical coat. She transfers Tiso to it, covers him with a sheet and wheels him out of the room, dressed in the medical coat. She sees Dom going into the room as she frantically waits for the elevator. The doors open and she wheels the gurney on the elevator and is joined by Dom.

Episode 1217 [Missing] March 10, 1980 Thursday, November 26, 2009

In the elevator, Siobhan is face to face with Dom. She tries to flirt her way out of the situation, and is relieved when the door opens and Adam Cohen is there. He smoothly assesses the situation and plays along in the charade. Frank and Jill tell Johnny about Jill’s hiring of a detective to get the goods on Seneca, and Johnny approves. They all wonder who Seneca’s other woman could be. Knowing Rae is in the room, Kim flaunts her phone reservation at an Inn registering as Dr. and Mrs. Beaulac. Rae seethes and controls her anger as Kim taunts Rae about her relationship with Seneca, knowing that Rae is powerless to stop her. Kim tells Rae that she plans to marry Seneca. Rae begs Kim to give her back the incriminating papers and promises that she will leave her and Seneca alone. Kim doesn’t budge because she doesn’t have to and she tells Rae that she’ll just have to trust her and to know that she knows what she’s doing. Frank and Jill are pleased at the thought that they might actually be able to marry. Jill teases Frank that he’s never actually proposed, and Frank says it will happen soon. Johnny bursts in with the news on the radio that “Dee’s Gorilla” has escaped. Delia arrives at Ryan’s and they give her the news that Prince Albert has escaped. Delia is confident that Albert won’t hurt anyone. Johnny cautions Delia about the danger of returning to her restaurant with Albert is on the loose. Frank and Jill tease Delia about Albert and she gets angry. In the morgue, Adam questions Dom of his presence there, tells him the area is off limits and Dom leaves. Tiso thanks Siobhan for saving his life and tells her he’s sorry. Now they know that Siobhan is connected to Tiso, she’s in danger!

Episode 1218 [Missing] March 11, 1980 Friday, November 27, 2009

Kim and Seneca are having their private rendezvous at the country Inn, while Jill’s private detective hovers outside on the terrace. Jack and Bob discuss Siobhan’s situation, when Delia bursts in, worried about Prince Albert. Jack and Bob tease Delia about Albert and she gets angry and storms off to the Crystal Palace. Jack leaves to check on Tiso. As Delia walks through the park, she is spotted by Albert and followed. She enters the Crystal Palace with Albert close at her heels. Jack encounters a surly Joe at the hospital and informs him of Siobhan’s effort to save Tiso’s life. Joe is surprised and upset at the story. Jack inquires as to what kind of trouble Siobhan could be in, given the circumstances. Jack begs Joe to take Siobhan away if he’s not really in with Tiso. They argue. Dom is on the phone telling someone that he knows that Tiso is alive, but who is the girl that helped him escape! Seneca and Kim are in bed with the detective lurking outside. Kim questions Seneca as to why he won’t give Jill a divorce. After disrobing, Kim and Seneca start to make love and the detective comes through the terrace doors taking pictures. As Delia is working at the CP, Albert watches through the windows. Bob arrives and takes Delia home, much to Albert’s chagrin.

Episode 1219 [Missing] Wednesday, March 12, 1980 Friday, November 27, 2009

Jill meets Schaefer, the private detective at Ryan’s. He gives her the prints and the evidence she needs. She is reluctant to open it in front of him and he understands. After he leaves, Jill opens the envelope and is shocked to see that Kim is the other woman with Seneca! Kim and Seneca arrive back at Seneca’s and Seneca believes that it is Rae who was behind the photographer, while Kim believes it might be Frank Ryan, trying to get Jill a divorce. She tells Seneca that the pictures won’t matter. If he’ll just listen. Joe calls Siobhan, distraught at the news that Siobhan took such a big risk to rescue Tiso. He wants to come see her but Siobhan refuses him. Jack arrives and she tells him that if she didn’t love Joe so much, it wouldn’t be so hard, but she’s been thinking about getting an annulment. Kim’s plan is that if her and Seneca are engaged, there won’t be any public outrage over the photographs. Kim relentlessly tries to persuade Seneca to marry her, and Seneca acknowledges her success at always being able to get what she wants. Seneca confirms that he will never give Jill a divorce, when Jill arrives. Kim says goodbye to Jill, as she leaves Seneca’s apartment. Seneca is outraged when he finds that it is Jill that hired the PD. Jill gives him a choice... discuss it in a civilized way, or it’s out. It’s his choice. Jack and Siobhan discuss annulment possibilities, when Joe arrives. She tells him that his being there is jeopardizing her family, and that until he can look her in the eye and tell her that he’s no longer involved with Tiso, he can hold her again. He leaves. Siobhan tells Jack that although she feels bad, she knows she did the most intelligent and responsible thing. Jill tells Seneca that she doesn’t want to have to use the photographs on court. She just wants an uncontested divorce and she will hand the pictures over as if they never existed. She also informs him of his need to control and how wrong it is for him to be with Kimberly. She accuses him of exploiting Kim because of her emotionally deprived childhood.

Episode 1220 March 13, 1980 Monday, November 30, 2009

Frank learns that Seneca is having an affair but that Jill is strangely reluctant to tell him with whom.  When Frank asks why Jill isn't happier, she gives him a set of photographs so that he can see for himself.  Meanwhile, Roger arrives to see Delia not knowing that Albert is lurking.  Frank is shocked when he realizes that Seneca is having an affair with Kimberly and assumes Seneca will have to abandon his efforts to prevent a divorce. Roger tries to warn Delia that she is courting danger for continuing her friendship with Tiso.  Later, when Roger asks if Tiso is in any way tied to the Crystal Palace, Delia becomes offended and sends him packing leaving Delia vulnerable to Albert. Jack tries to be positive for Maeve about Siobhan and Joe's situation and tells Maeve that with Siobhan's ultimatum to Joe he is sure that Joe will come around. Later, Jack's dream about the man in the green hat which leads him to the conclusion that if he is ever going to find out what it all means that he needs to get some help.  Meanwhile, a violent Albert starts to break in to Delia's office.

Episode 1221 March 14, 1980 Monday, November 30, 2009

Delia goes out to check the restaurant when she hears the glass doors being violently broken into.  Meanwhile, the St. Patrick's Day celebration goes on at Ryan's. Adam arrives and is thanked for helping Siobhan get Tiso to safety.  Later, Bob wonders where Delia is and what could be keeping her.  Meanwhile, Delia is shaken when she sees that Prince Albert has broken into the Crystal Palace.  Kim arrives at Ryan's in the midst of the party and confronts Jill and Frank about the photographs fearing that if they are used they will be the end to her budding career.  When Frank and Jill fail to give in to her plea, a very self-contained Kim makes her demands. Later, the relationship between Kim and Jill deteriorates badly when Jill reassures her position that if it comes down to it that she is going to use the photographs in court.  Meanwhile, Joe sends Siobhan a St. Patrick's Day present that puts her in tears when she opens it to find a flawless emerald necklace and a letter wishing a happy St. Patrick's Day to her entire family.  At the Crystal Palace, Delia is hurt trying to get away from Prince Albert. At Ryan's, Jack learns that Adam does hypnosis and agrees to visit him tomorrow.  Patrick calls to wish the best to the family and convinces Maeve to sing Danny Boy for him over the phone. A hurt and unconscious Delia is at mercy of Prince Albert.

Episode 1222 March 17, 1980 Tuesday, December 1, 2009

Bob continues to call Delia at the Crystal Palace as tension builds about her whereabouts.  Meanwhile, a snarling Prince Albert becomes agitated at the constantly ringing telephone and angrily knocks it over.  At Ryan's, Jack tells Faith about his recurring dreams about Mary and his hopes about undergoing hypnosis with Adam.  Later, Jill tells Faith about Seneca and Kim and Faith is ever so slightly puzzled by Jill's reluctance to use photographs in court.  Jack acts to prevent an up and coming reporter from naming Siobhan in story about Tiso, in order to keep her identity secret.  Meanwhile, Michael arrives to see Tiso with questions on who the lady was that saved his life and is stunned when he learns that it was Siobhan.  When Joe arrives, Tiso pleads with him to make things right with Siobhan by lying to her about his part in the business with Tiso and knows that there isn't much that he can do considering he is still sick.  Meanwhile, Jack protects Siobhan from having her name published in the paper and makes a deal with the reporter to see what else there is he can do for him in the future.  At the Crystal Palace, Delia is carried away by Prince Albert.  Bob and Faith arrive at the Crystal Palace and discover that something has in fact happened to Delia as Prince Albert finds shelter in abandoned weather tower.

Episode 1223 March 18, 1980 Tuesday, December 1, 2009

A very disturbed Roger arrives at Ryan's and assimilates the news of Delia's disappearance with Maeve and Bob.  Later, fearing that her disappearance had something to do with Tiso he decides to question Joe.  Jack arrives for his appointment with Adam nervous but determined.  Later, Adam explains how hypnosis may help Jack to recall whatever it is he can't remember about dream.  Rae learns from Kim about the photographer and the pictures that are now in Jill's possession and is appalled.  When Rae tells her of Edmund and how Seneca is determined to have another baby, Kim is even more determined to marry him. Later, Rae tells Kim while she wanted her and Seneca broken up she did not want Kim's name trampled through the mud and that there is no way that she is going to allow Jill to do it either.   Roger questions Joe as to whether Delia's disappearance could have had anything to do with Tiso and is reassured when Joe tells him no but that he will do all that he can to find out exactly what happened to her.  Later, Faith comforts Roger and tells him that as much as she does not like Delia, she knows that Delia is tough and that she will pull through things just fine.  Adam leads Jack through a successful session and Jack is pleased when he is able to remember the face of the Man in the Green Hat but becomes thoroughly agitated when he is unable to remember where he's seen him before.  Adam convinces Jack to go home and relax and is sure that Jack is on the brink of all the information that he is looking for.

Episode 1224 March 19, 1980 Wednesday, December 2, 2009

Roger is sick with apprehension when 24 hours later Delia has still not been found.  When Siobhan becomes concerned that Delia could have been caught up in the gang war, Roger tells her of his conversation with Joe and his reassurances that this is not the case.  In the tower room, Delia awakens in pain trying to figure out where she is and is later frightened when she realizes that she has been abducted by Albert.  Rae arrives at Frank's office to make a plea for Kimberly and is agitated when he refuses to give in to her demands.  When Rae demands that she wants more than Frank is willing to give, Jill arrives and tells her that she may not get what she wants.  Joe calls Siobhan at Ryan's and assures both her and Roger that Delia's disappearance had nothing to do with Tiso.   Later, Siobhan thanks Joe for the emerald and but tells him that nothing has changed and that they won't be able to see one another until things are cleared up between him and Tiso.  Meanwhile, Delia makes a plea for Albert to remember that they are friends and let her go afraid that if he doesn't she is going to die.  Jill and Rae go toe to toe about Kimberly and Rae threatens the two that if they use the material on Kimberly that they are going to regret it.  George tells Joe of his visit to the Crystal Palace and assures him that none of their drug stuff has arrived there yet and that as the cops look the place over they are clean.  Meanwhile, Delia Albert becomes concerned about Delia when she moans and shows signs of being in pain.  Mistaking this as a sign of overall compassion, Delia tries to make a break for the door manages to make Albert angry in the process.  Later, Albert stands guard at the door leaving Delia to realize that she is stuck.

Episode 1225 March 20, 1980 Wednesday, December 2, 2009

Bob and Johnny arrive at Ryan's with news that they have not been able to find out anything about Delia.  Later, Roger tells the group that he is ready to consider the possibility that Delia's disappearance has something to do with Prince Albert.  In the tower room, Delia is cold and sick and wrapping herself in an empty sack begins to cry in utter despair.  Maeve arrives at the hospital and appeals to Joe to be the man that she trusts him to be and do the right thing by Siobhan and the baby.  Roger calls Albert's former trainer, Owen, about Albert's potential for violent behavior and learns that this could have happened and that the longer they are not found the more danger Delia is in.  Meanwhile, a weak and sickly Delia awakens and learns that Albert is not in the room and attempts escape from the tower.  Joe explores with Tiso the possibility of getting out of the business and learns from Tiso that if he does he and his family will be in even more danger with him out than in.  Meanwhile, Michael tells Dom that Siobhan was person who rescued Tiso and Dom tells him that with that one action Siobhan has destroyed her immunity and that she has to be taught a lesson.  Roger decides to search Central Park to find Delia and Albert and Johnny and Bob agree to help at daybreak.  Delia manages to make it out of the tower to escape from Prince Albert.  As she makes her escape she looks up as Albert jumps from the rooftop of another building and is recaptured, to her dismay.

Episode 1226 March 21, 1980 Thursday, December 3, 2009

While telling Siobhan about his session with Adam Jack remembers where he first saw the Man in the Green Hat.  When he remembers that Kim was there with them, the two leave to pay her a visit to see what she might remember.  At Rae's, Kim reinforces Jack's memory of what happened in coffeehouse and gives him a lead that the hostess is probably involved in the drug dealing.  Later, Jack visualizes what Mary's last steps could have been and draws some conclusions.  Meanwhile, Jill makes an intelligent and compassionate appeal to Seneca for a divorce and is shocked when she gets results.  As Kim arrives and begins to eavesdrop, she becomes furious when Jill tells Seneca to watch out for Kim because she has plans to marry him and there is nothing that is going to stop her.  When Seneca tells Jill that Kim knows where she stands with him, Jill gives him an additional warning and thanks him again for agreeing to take care of the divorce once and for all.  Later, Kim pretends shock when Seneca tells her of his agreeing to divorce Jill but becomes angry when he says that marrying her will never be an option.  At the coffeehouse, Jack questions the hostess and learns that Mary was in fact there the day of the accident.  Later, Jack puts two and two together and realizes that Mary followed the MIGH and rushes to the narcotics division of the police station to see if his picture is on file.

Episode 1227 March 24, 1980 Thursday, December 3, 2009

Johnny gives Frank an update on the search for Delia and their fears that Prince Albert had something to do with her disappearance.  Jill arrives and makes Frank a happy man when she tells him that Seneca has agreed to a divorce but stuns him when she tells him that she is not willing to rush into another marriage and that they are going to wait for an official NY divorce.  Meanwhile, an infuriated Kim arrives home and tells Rae of Seneca's agreeing to divorce Jill but his refusal to marry her.  When Rae tells Kim of Seneca's intense desire to have a child, Kim dreams up a plan.  Michael tells Dom that Siobhan was the one to help Tiso escape and Dom comments that with that act she has removed herself from the off limits area.  At the narcotics division, Jack tells Siobhan that if they find anything out on MIGH it could prove that Mary's death wasn't an accident.  Later, Siobhan and Jack ponder what Phil's Hirsh's role is in this and determine what his lying could mean.  Michael and Dom plot against Siobhan and make plans to find out the layout of the Ryan apartment thinking that as far as getting to both Tiso and Joe is concerned, Siobhan could be just the answer they are looking for.  Meanwhile, Jill suggests to Frank that they move slowly on divorce - a point to which Frank contests.  Faith arrives the group wonders if Delia's disappearance could be a sympathy stunt and fear for Roger emotionally if they find that something has in fact happened to her.  Across town, Kim phones a clinic and makes an inquiry about obtaining a pregnancy test.

Episode 1228 March 25, 1980 Friday, December 4, 2009

A desperately sick Delia lies on the tower floor sick and begins to hallucinate as Roger continues his search for her.  At a medical lab, Kim picks up a pregnancy report, which is negative and is adamant about receiving a copy of it.  Jack brings Frank into the newest Mary situation, which he finds terrifying.  Meanwhile, Roger's search leads him to a discovery of Delia's shoe and the castle where Albert is keeping Delia.  Entering the castle, Roger begins to call out for Delia, which angers Albert and Roger leaves the castle running for his life.  Frank shares Jack's intense response to the new information about Mary and the MIGH and knowing that the events of that day never added up he decides that something must be done to find out the truth.  Kim bribes a clerk at a duplicating service to change her pregnancy report from negative to positive and make a copy for her.  In Central Park, Roger calls from a payphone and reports Delia's and Prince Albert's whereabouts to the police.

Episode 1229 March 26, 1980 Friday, December 4, 2009

As emergency and rescue teams gather below him, Albert appears on the roof of the castle with an unconscious Delia in his arms leaving Roger on edge when the police captain mentions the need for a tranquilizer gun.  A saddened Kim arrives at Seneca's apartment and pretends not to understand Seneca's refusal to marry her once he is divorced.  When Seneca leaves the room, Kim leaves Seneca a note and a copy of the medical report.  At Ryan's, Michael arrives, pretending to look for Joe, and is given the go ahead to go upstairs and find Siobhan.  Meanwhile, sharpshooter arrives with the tranquilizing gun as the emergency troops prepare to rescue Delia from Albert.  Michael is successful in learning much about Ryan's apartment and is pleased when Siobhan gives him a tour that includes exactly where her bedroom is.  Meanwhile, Seneca finds medical report saying Kim is pregnant, after she has left and fears that she has left to get an abortion.  At the castle, the sharpshooter on a cherry picker is elevated to the roof of the castle and prepares to tranquilize Albert.

Episode 1230 March 27, 1980 Monday, December 7, 2009

Roger and the rescue personnel watch from below as the sharpshooter hits Albert with the tranquilizer gun.  When Albert picks Delia up to carry her away, Roger fears that if the medication takes effect before Albert has a chance to put Delia down that the two of them are going to fall.  At Ryan's, Officer Hurley, the police sketch artist, arrives and after getting the preliminary information from Jack and Frank begins to draw the picture of the MIGH from Jack's memory.  At the castle, woozy from the medication in the tranquilizer dart, Albert begins to sway back and forth over the side of the building with Delia in his arms.  Meanwhile, Rae is appalled when Seneca informs her of Kim's pregnancy.  When Rae tells Seneca that Kim has done this on purpose, Seneca denies this and worried about Kim he is determined to find her before it's too late.  Police Artist finishes composite of MIGH and after he gets Jack's approval that everything is correct he promises to get Jack some copies as soon as they are ready.  When he leaves, Jack calls Phil Hirsh and arranges another meeting with him to discuss the day that Mary died.  Delia falls to certain death when a drugged Prince Albert drops her from the top of the tower.

Episode 1231 March 28, 1980 Monday, December 7, 2009 [End of SoapNet recaps]

Delia falls to certain death and is saved by safety net.  Roger rushes to her side and is unable to find a pulse.  Having drawn a map of the Ryan apartment, Dom and Leon plot to kidnap an unsuspecting Siobhan.  Meanwhile, Maeve tells Bob about Jack's dream and how the MIGH might be the person that Mary spoke about before she died.  Later, Bob receives a call from Roger that there is bad news about Delia.  Frank and Jill face the fact that here is tension between them about the divorce situation and try to work through a solution.  Later, Frank gives in and tells Jill that his only hope is that she takes care of it soon and she promises that she will.  Delia regains consciousness and is quite irrational, quite mad, in fact.  As Bob and the staff try and calm her it becomes clear to everyone, including Roger, that he is the cause of her discomfort and he leaves the room defeated.  At Ryan's, Maeve and Siobhan learn that Delia is in the hospital but that her mental recovery might not be as fast as they'd hope.  Meanwhile, Dom and Leon stand outside front door to the Ryan's apartment, with masked faces and guns trying to break in the door with a credit card.  Later, as Maeve and Siobhan sit in the parlor discussing her baby and her future relationship with Joe, Dom and Leon enter with guns raised.  Later, Maeve is forced to sit in silent horror as Siobhan is kidnapped threatened that if she says anything or makes a sound Siobhan will be killed.

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Episode 1232 March 31, 1980 Tuesday, December 8, 2009

As Johnny is telling Jack the news of Delia's rescue from Prince Albert, an hysterical Maeve bursts in with the news that Siobhan has been kidnapped. A dazed and delusional Delia wakes up calling for Roger and realizes that he's not there. Bob reassures Roger that he should go to see Delia, but when he does, Delia rejects him. An angry Jack calls Joe with the news of Siobhan's kidnapping. Delia wakes up in her emotional state and tries to get out of bed. Seneca is looking over Kim's pregnancy report, when Kim calls to tell him that it's over between them, because she's tired of begging him to marry her. She makes him think that she's going to get an abortion. Jack rails at Joe about how he trusted him, and believed him when he said he was not involved in Tiso's business. Maeve tells Joe that Siobhan wasn't going to give up on him. She was willing to wait for him to change. Roger tells Faith about Delia's emotional trauma, broken ribs, pneumonia, and blames himself for Delia's predicament. After examining Delia further Adam states that she's going to be in for a long haul.

April 1980 Daily Recaps

Episode 1233 April 1, 1980 Tuesday, December 8, 2009

With still no word on Siobhan, who's been missing 12 hours, Jack and Maeve wonder why the rules of never going after ”women or children” apply to Siobhan?. Jack reassures Maeve that they won't harm Siobhan, because she is too valuable to them. Siobhan wakes up in a strange room, tied, blindfolded and gagged and is greeted by her kidnappers. Seneca is on the phone frantically trying to locate Kim. Kim arrives tells him that she couldn't go through with the abortion. A relieved Seneca asks Kim if got pregnant on purpose. Kim claims that she didn't, but subconsciously she may have. Siobhan's kidnappers ask Siobhan how she's feeling. They remove her gag, but not the blindfold. She is told that as long as Joe and Tiso cooperate, she'll be safe. They ask her where they can reach Joe, and she gives them her parent's number. Dom calls and speaks to Joe. He tells him that terms are that Joe and Tiso get out of the business, and get out of the state. They plan to take Siobhan to Florida and will release her there when they are sure their terms are met. He has 48 hours to comply. Kim tells Seneca that she plans to raise her baby by herself and she doesn't want him to feel responsible or guilty. She knows he won't marry her and she accepts it. Seneca admits that he would like to marry her and take care of her. Seneca proposes and Kim turns him down because she feels she is forcing him to marry her. He says the reason he wants to marry her is because he loves her. She accepts. Joe tells Jack and Maeve the conditions of Siobhan's kidnapers. They want him and Tiso out of the business and both of them down in Florida in 48 hours. Jack insists that Joe has to do it. Find a way. Joe thinks there might be another way to handle it.

Episode 1234 April 2, 1980 Wednesday, December 9, 2009

Maeve and Roger sit by Delia’s bedside. Delia is incoherent and rambling, unaware that they are there and still believes she is in the tower with Albert. Roger asks Maeve about Siobhan. Self satisfied Kim returns home to Rae and tells her that she and Seneca are getting married. Rae tries to talk her out of it. Seneca goes to see Jill and tells her that he will be going to the Dominican Republic for a divorce. He tells Jill he plans to marry Kim. When Jill guesses that Kim is pregnant she asks Seneca if Kim got pregnant on purpose. Phil Hirsh calls Tiso for advice on how to handle Jack Fenelli’s persistent calls. Tiso advises him to return the call and stick to the original story. Joe give Tiso the news of Siobhan’s kidnapping and the terms of her release. Tiso refuses to give in and wants to see Carl and Luther to formulate a plan. Dr. Pagano sees Delia and tells Roger that he thinks that there is something buried in her subconscious that is making her behave the way she is. Seneca tells Jill that it is possible that Kim got pregnant on purpose, but he doesn’t care, he loves her and will marry her. Rae tells Kim that she was afraid that Kim would repeat her mistakes, and that she will eventually regret marrying Seneca and she’ll feel like she’s missed out. To calm Rae down, Kim finally admits to her that she’s not pregnant and she tampered with the lab report to get Seneca to marry her. When Rae threatens to tell Seneca the truth, Kim reminds Rae that she still has the letters that will prove Rae’s culpability in ending Frank’s Senate career and put herself in jail.

Episode 1235 April 3, 1980 Wednesday, December 9, 2009

Johnny is on the phone with police who have done all they can do with regard to Siobhan. Joe arrives and tells them there is nothing that the police can do. Joe tells them Tiso won’t cooperate with the demands for Siobhan’s release, because he thinks if they do give in, Siobhan is in even more danger and that Tiso is organizing a meeting to get his people to locate Siobhan. When Dom brings kidnapped Siobhan coffee, she asks what is going to happen to her. Roger goes to see Rae for “friendship and moral support” which she states she needs as well. Roger tells Rae of Delia’s problems and Rae tells Roger of Kim’s pregnancy lie and upcoming marriage to Seneca. Seneca asks Kim to come with him to the Dominican Republic when he goes to get his divorce and while they are there, get married. Siobhan manages to figure out that Dom is the man who tried to kill Tiso in the hospital, and realizes that she could identify him. Roger offers to tip Seneca off, but Rae insists he doesn’t for fear of Kim’s blackmail evidence. Kim turns Seneca’s offer down. She wants a real wedding so that no one can accuse them of hiding. Johnny worries that Siobhan will do something rash, because when she gets scared, she gets mad and might to something headstrong. Faith tries to reassure Johnny that Siobhan is strong, brave and indomitable. Johnny agrees and remembers that Mary was also indomitable. Siobhan overhears Dom on the phone acknowledging that Siobhan recognized him and that they are going to have to get rid of her. Knowing that she is going to be killed, she takes the blindfold off and manages to get out of the window onto the ledge. When Dom comes after her, she stamps on his hand on the windowsill and falls!

Episode 1236 April 4, 1980 Thursday, December 10, 2009

Dom and Leon look out the window and see an unconscious Siobhan lying in the alley below. Thinking that if she’s not dead, she will be soon, they leave the scene, erasing all traces that they were there. At the hospital Adam tells Roger that Delia is improving. Her pneumonia is clearing up, her fever is down and she seems more lucid, but she seems to have this fear that has really taken hold of her. Johnny visits Delia who is pleased to see him. She apologizes to him for all the bad things she’s done to him and the family. She tells him that Ryan’s Bar is his again, and he doesn’t have to pay her back. Jill drops in to see Faith who tells her that she feels that Delia is headed for a complete nervous breakdown. Jill gives Faith the update on Seneca’s need for an immediate divorce because of Kim’s pregnancy and impending marriage. Faith isn’t moved by Seneca’s need for a child, she actually finds it a little scary, because Kim’s a child herself. Faith encourages Jill to marry Frank as soon as possible because you never know what will happen. Jill is confident that there is no disaster looming in her future. A woman walking a little dog comes upon an unmoving Siobhan in the alley and screams! When Johnny leaves Delia, Adam questions him about Delia’s childhood and Johnny says he’s seen her in bad shape before, but never like this. She’s very fearful of something and she canceled the debt on Ryan’s. Roger suggests to Adam the idea of hypnotism for Delia. When Adam questions Delia, she tells him that she’s just scared and she doesn’t know why. Adam asks her if she would be receptive to being hypnotized and Delia jumps at the opportunity. Under hypnosis, Delia is transformed to a parlor maid in Victorian times. She is afraid to light the fire, and “he” will be mad at her. Then the son (who is played by Roger) comes home and she hangs up his coat. He smiles at her and she feels better. When Adam brings her out of hypnosis, she tells him that she feels much calmer and she felt like she was with a friend. The woman who was walking the dog is on the phone with the police, reporting Siobhan’s lifeless body.

Episode 1237 April 7, 1980 Thursday, December 10, 2009

At the emergency room, Joan Bowles (the woman who discovered Siobhan in the alley) talks to Joe. Joe tries to get information from her about where they were keeping Siobhan. Then he enters the room where he sees an unconscious Siobhan, surrounded by Maeve & Johnny. Rae is telling Polly that she regrets ever introducing Seneca to Kim in the first place. Kim and Seneca are in the Dominican Republic. They talk about the future baby, and Seneca recommends a doctor for Kim. She lies and tells him she has her own, a Dr. “Hepburn”. Seneca wants to take Kim to Canada to meet his mother after the baby is born. and Kim agrees. Kim wants to get married as soon as they get home. Joe is stricken when he sees Siobhan. Maeve commands Siobhan to open her eyes and wake up and she does. She asks about the baby. Siobhan remembers the name of the kidnappers and tells them that Dom was the one who tried to kill Tiso. Dr. Kramer comes in and reports the extent of her injuries. As they can tell, the baby is fine, although there was blunt trauma to the abdomen. Kim wants to invite Frank and Jill to the wedding, and Seneca gives in and says that would be okay. She also wants to have the wedding at Rae’s apartment and is confident that she can Rae to agree to it. Seneca isn’t so sure. Rae tries to devise a scheme to let Seneca know that Kim isn’t really pregnant, but can think of no way that wouldn’t implicate herself. Siobhan and Joe share a moment, Joe apologizes. Siobhan is worried about the baby but Joe reassures her that the baby is fine. He acknowledges that this would never have happened if she hadn’t helped Tiso. They manage to laugh a little and suddenly Siobhan experiences severe abdominal pains. The doctor comes in and determines that Siobhan is having uterine contractions.

Episode 1238 April 8, 1980 Friday, December 11, 2009

Maeve and Johnny return to Ryan’s after seeing Siobhan in the hospital. Jack asks if Siobhan knows that she has miscarried and they confirm that she does. Johnny is furious with Joe and doesn’t want to see him. When Joe arrives he tells Johnny that if he wants him to leave, just say so. Johnny tells Joe that if he really loved Siobhan he would do the right thing and stay out of her life. Adam looks in on Delia who is much better. She feels that the hypnotism was a help to her. They start another session. Adam tells her that her fears come from another time and another place. As she goes under, Delia is transported back to 1895. She has come for work as a parlor maid for a wealthy man and his son. The housekeeper in charge (1895 Maeve) questions her. Then the son arrives (1895 Roger). Delia comes out of hypnosis and says “No”. Joe gives Tiso the news about Siobhan and tells him that Johnny wants him to give Siobhan an annulment. Tiso wants Joe to wait 2 days, because by then, everyone will be “taken care of” and that it is necessary that they exact revenge. Maeve gives Jack the sketch that came for him. He tells Maeve about his dreams and the man in the sketch being somehow involved in Mary’s death. Adam tells Delia something alarmed her to make her come out of hypnosis. She agrees to go under again. Under hypnosis, 1895 Roger tells 1895 Delia not to be afraid of the housekeeper or him. Then a bell rings and 1895 Roger says that he must go to him and heads upstairs. Jack get a phone call from Phil Hersh who reluctantly agrees to meet Jack at Ryan’s, to continue their discussion. Jack tells Maeve he has a funny feeling about Mr. Hersh and is not sure whether or not he will show him the sketch of the Man in the Green Hat.

Episode 1239 April 9, 1980 Friday, December 11, 2009

Joe visits Siobhan in the hospital. They lament the loss of the baby. Joe tells her he loves her and they can have more babies. Siobhan tells Joe that even though she thought about nothing but him while she was held captive, it doesn’t mean that they are back together, he still has to break with Tiso. Joe tells her he’s made a decision. Jack is studying the sketch when Frank arrives. Jack tells him that he wants Frank to sit in when he speaks to Phil Hersh, because he has a bad feeling about him. Phil arrives they ask him if Mary had mentioned her work when they spoke, because they can’t figure out why she ended up in Brooklyn. Phil is no help and after he leaves, Frank wonders if Phil has a record. Jack decides that if Phil comes up clean, he’ll show him the picture, and if not, he’ll find out who he works for and who is giving him his orders. Adam tells Roger about Delia’s progress with hypnosis and Roger encourages continuing the therapy. Roger is hopeful that if Delia can solve her problems of the past, they might be able to communicate again. Joe tells Siobhan that he is getting out of the business. Siobhan doesn’t trust it because he has lied to her before. Joe tells Siobhan that she’s not his alternative choice, she’s his only choice. Joe outlines to Siobhan what will happen when he makes the break. They will have to leave the state, live under assumed names and Siobhan won’t be able to have any contact with her family for at least a year. Siobhan accepts the conditions because Joe is her family now, but she demands complete honesty from here on in. Joe leaves to inform Tiso. Frank runs a check on Phil Hersh and Kimberly arrives, fresh from the Dominican Republic. She informs Frank that she is divorced and invites him and Jill to her wedding the next day. Frank is taken aback at the invite as well as the fact that Kim fully intends to continue her career and doesn’t plan to let her “pregnancy” interfere with it. Kim extracts a promise from Frank not to tell her agency that she is pregnant.

Episode 1240 April 10, 1980 Monday, December 14, 2009

Joe tells Tiso that he wants out of the business, and Tiso tells him he can’t. Kim tells Rae that she wants to have the wedding at Rae’s apartment and for Rae to arrange everything. Fearful of Kim blackmail threat, Rae reluctantly complies. Seneca asks Roger to be his best man at his wedding to Kim the next day. Tiso tells Joe that he’s the only one who can hold things together and he implores Joe to give him 2 months to get back on his feet, and lie to Siobhan. Joe agrees to do it. Maeve comforts Siobhan over the loss of her baby. As Maeve is leaving to pick up a few things for Siobhan, Joe enters the room and states that he has spoken to Tiso. He lies to Siobhan and tells her he told Tiso he is out, and as much as Tiso hates the idea of Joe going away, but he understands. Joe tells her that as soon as he sells his businesses, they can move away, but it may take a month or two. Roger and Rae devise a plan whereby Kim will admit she’s not pregnant within earshot of an unsuspecting Jill, who will in turn, tell Seneca.

Episode 1241 April 11, 1980 Monday, December 14, 2009

Johnny tells Maeve about an impending visit from Barry Ryan, one of the “black sheep” Ryans from Chicago. Joe arrives and tells Maeve and Johnny that he has some news that will please them. Rae asks Kim to have a pre-wedding mother daughter dinner out, and Kim agrees. Roger sets up his dinner with Jill and Mrs. Lem. Joe tells the Ryan’s that he’s severing his connection with his uncle, and that he and Siobhan will have to leave for awhile, and not be in touch. Jill goes to see Seneca to thank him for filing for a New York divorce. Jill is rather surprised that she was invited to his wedding but Seneca assures her that he would love to have her there. Out of concern for Seneca, Jill tries to get him to see that he his being led around by Kim, but Seneca stands by Kim, and wants no input from Jill about his personal life. Jill wishes Seneca happiness and will see him the next day at the wedding. Rae and Kim arrive at Lem’s and are shown to a cozy booth. Rae orders champagne for them. Meanwhile Jill and Roger arrive and are shown to their table which is separated from Rae and Kim’s table by a partition of beads. Roger goes to make a call, leaving Jill alone at the table. Rae plies Kim with champagne and gets her to talk about how she “landed” Seneca. Jill overhears the whole plot and Kim’s admission that she is not pregnant and has no intention of getting pregnant in the near future. Upset, Jill bolts from the table and tells Roger that she’s heard the “most incredible thing” and has to leave. Roger gives Rae the thumbs up.

Episode 1242 April 14, 1980 Tuesday, December 15, 2009

An outraged Jill tells Roger what she overheard at Lem’s: that Kim is not really pregnant and is lying about it to get Seneca to marry her. Roger tells Jill she must inform Seneca and Jill refuses. She relays that earlier that day, Seneca told her not to butt in to his personal life. When Jill suggests that Roger be the one to tell Seneca, Roger lies and says that Seneca told him the same thing, also he reminds Jill that Seneca is his boss. Jill then states that it’s not up to them to interfere, Seneca is doing what he wants to do. Jack visits Siobhan in the hospital and she tells him that Joe has gotten out of Tiso’s business and he wants to make a life with her. Jack asks her who is handling Tiso’s business now. George visits Tiso and he tells him that Wally Hammet and the men who kidnapped Siobhan are “gone”. Tiso tells George that Joe wants out, but he’s given him 2 months. Tiso is confident that when Joe learns that he can have it both ways, he’ll change his mind about getting out. Roger tries his best to get Jill to inform Seneca of Kim’s ruse, but he’s having no luck. Maeve asks Jill if she’s troubled by Seneca’s marriage and then the conversation turns around to Jill and Frank’s nuptials. Maeve is a little surprised that Jill hasn’t done any planning or even thinking about her and Frank’s wedding and future. Jill promises to start work on it soon. Roger gives Rae the bad news that it doesn’t appear that Jill will tell Seneca, because she cares about Seneca’s feelings. Rae insists that Roger get Jill to change her mind, otherwise she’ll have to stand by and watch her “smug little daughter” marry Seneca. Siobhan tells Jack that she trusts Joe not to lie to her again. Jack is pleased, even though she will be out of touch for awhile when they relocate. Maeve comes in with a few things for Siobhan, one of which is an antique brush set that was a gift from Tiso. Jack is curious about the inscription “E.B.B”. Maeve and Jack tell Siobhan that “EBB” were Mary’s last words to Maeve. Jack doesn’t know how the Man in the Green Hat and EBB are connected, but he’s not going to let it go.

Episode 1243 April 15, 1980 Tuesday, December 15, 2009

Frank tells Jack that Phil Hersh came up clean. Jack decides to show him the sketch. He calls Phil, who reluctantly agrees to stop by Ryan’s and speak with Jack. Adam tells Roger that he’s releasing Delia from the hospital. Roger goes in to see Delia, who doesn’t understand why he’s there. Roger tells her that he still cares for her and she tells him that he’s just feeling sorry for her and guilty, and she’s fine. Owen visits with the news that he’s bringing Prince Albert to the zoo in Ulster County with him. Owen offers to take Delia over to see Prince Albert to say goodbye. Roger is against it, but Delia wants to, she feels that she’s been so afraid it might help to see Albert and say goodbye. Roger insists on going with them. Jack shows Phil the sketch and Phil claims he’s never seen the guy before. When Jack informs him that the man in the picture is a pusher, Phil swears that the diner where he claims to have seen Mary is clean. Delia shares an emotional goodbye with Albert, after which she asks Roger to take her home. Phil tells Tiso that Jack Fenelli knows about Larry (the Man in the Green Hat). Jack tells Frank he doesn’t believe Phil. Tiso tells Phil that Larry made a very serious mistake, he should have made sure that Mrs. Fenelli wasn’t able to talk to her husband. Delia and Roger come to Ryan’s and Delia is very upset and looking for Maeve.

Episode 1244 April 16, 1980 Wednesday, December 16, 2009

Maeve comforts a very scared and sad Delia. Adam arrives and tells Delia that her body is still healing. Delia tells him that even though she said goodbye to Prince Albert and that made her feel better, she wants to go under hypnosis again. Jill goes to pick up Faith for the wedding and Jill confides in Faith that she found out that Kim faked the lab report and is not really pregnant. Faith encourages her to tell Seneca. Kim tells Rae that she took a big risk to get Seneca to marry her, but it paid off. Rae reminds her that she’s not married yet. Adam hypnotized Delia. She goes back in time to the mansion, where an “1895 Roger” is firing her from her job as parlor maid. She is upset and doesn’t know what she has done to incur his wrath. The “Master” passes by and Delia hides to avoid being seen. At that point Delia screams and comes out of hypnosis. Adam relates Delia’s story to her and Delia decides to discontinue hypnosis for awhile because deep down something about it is bothering her. Adam also tells Delia that Roger cares very deeply for her. Maeve tells Johnny that she had a conversation with Jill that made her uneasy. She is concerned that Jill hasn’t spoken to Father McShane yet or made any plans for the wedding. She most concerned about the effect it might have on Little John who has waiting such a long time to go and live with Frank. She also mentions Siobhan’s brush set with the EBB initials. Johnny wonders if Mary found something on Tiso and was trying to warn Siobhan before the wedding. Rae tells Kim that she is not going to tell Seneca but she would like Kim to tell him the truth. Kim scoffs at the idea and tells Rae not to mention it again. She also reminds Rae that she has the evidence that could send Rae to prison. Kim will tell Seneca the next week that the lab has made a mistake. Rae begs Kim not to marry Seneca, but to no avail. Jill tells Faith that she can’t say anything to Seneca, because Seneca told her to stay out of his love life. Reluctantly, they leave to go to the wedding.

Episode 1245 April 17, 1980 Wednesday, December 16, 2009

It’s Kim and Seneca’s wedding day, Jack arrives at Rae’s apartment and chats with Roger. Frank arrives alone, and says Jill will be on her way. Frank and Seneca exchange stilted greetings to each other. Jill and Faith arrives and Jill tells Kim how lovely she looks. Kim is glad that Jill is there, because she was worried that something might have happened. Faith tells Roger that she knows that Kim is not pregnant and he should tell Seneca and then they could all go home. Joe goes to see Tiso, who is on his feet. Tiso informs Joe that Wally Hammet and the two men who kidnapped Siobhan are all dead. They met an untimely demise in a scrap yard. Joe wonders if this development will enable him to leave town any earlier, but Tiso tells him no, because he’s not strong enough yet. He also justifies Joe’s lying to Siobhan as not really hurting her, making it possible for her to be with her husband. Johnny visits Siobhan they have a minor disagreement about Joe. Johnny still doesn’t trust him. Seneca apologizes to Jill for telling her mind her own business. Rae anxiously looks on, as she sees them talking. Frank and Jack note Rae’s nervousness. Rae begs Roger to do something. Roger tries to prod Jill to talk, but she tells him not to push her. Jill asks Seneca how Kim is feeling, and has the pregnancy taken any toll yet. Seneca tells her that Kim hasn’t seen a doctor yet, but will next week and then he glowingly declares what a wonderful mother Kim will be. Jill starts with “I don’t know how to say this to you…” but they are interrupted by the arrival of the judge who will officiate. Joe tells Siobhan and Johnny the news that the war is over and Siobhan can come home to Sheepshead Bay. Tiso informs George that Larry has to be eliminated because he made a big mistake in allowing Mary Ryan to talk to her family. Tiso doesn’t want any more trouble with Fenelli or the Ryan’s. After introductions are made, an anxious Kim encourages the Judge to start the ceremony. Jill is resigned that if this is what Seneca wants, so be it. Frank asks Jill what is wrong. The ceremony starts and when the Judge gets to the part where he says: “If any person can show just cause why they may not lawfully be joined together, let him speak now or else hereafter forever hold his peace.” Jill waits a minute and finally says: “I have to speak”…

Episode 1246 April 18, 1980 Thursday, December 17, 2009

Jill stops Kim and Seneca’s wedding when she reveals that Kim is not pregnant. When Seneca questions Jill as to how she found out, Jill declares it was from Kim, herself. She explains how she overheard Kim’s smug admission at Lem’s. Kim is outraged and denies it and want Jill thrown out. Seneca asks everyone to leave, so he can talk to Kim. Kim threatens Rae that she better not have had anything to do with it. As Jack fills Maeve in on the aborted wedding, Delia joins them. She expresses regret that missed the drama at the wedding and she decides that a visit to the Crystal Palace, would make her feel better. Jack offers to take her over there. Seneca wants the truth from Kim. He outlines her whole scheme to her, from the negative pregnancy test, the copy she altered to the fake abortion attempt. Kim finally admits the truth and tells him that she knew that he wanted to marry her, but was hesitant because of the age difference. She claims she did it for them. When she tells him that she was planning to get pregnant soon, Seneca calls her a liar and tells her that he gave her love and she was caught up in her own little world of lies and manipulation. She reaches for him and he pushes her away and tells her that what she did was stupid and cruel and as of now he’s taking himself out of her life. Although, he loves her but that’s the way it has to be. Kim tells him she will never let go. Bob is surprised to see Delia at the Crystal Palace. Delia commandeers Jack to write a story on the Crystal Palace because it would be good for publicity. When he mentions acknowledging the money-backing aspect of it, Delia gets nervous, and dissuades him. Deliverymen arrive and are instructed to stack the crates in the office. All of the crates are marked “EBB Industries”. Jack inquires what EBB Industries is, and is told by Bob that it is a general food distributor. Seneca walks out on Kim.

Episode 1247 April 21, 1980 Thursday, December 17, 2009

While Frank is telling Kevin (who has returned from Ireland) about the wedding and how Jill blew the whistle on Kim, Jack rushes in and tells Frank about the “EBB” shipment that arrived at Delia’s office. He gets the phone book and locates their address. He then places a call to a friend at the Mayor’s office to find out who owns Ebb Industries. When Jack says he’s going to check out the Brooklyn address of EBB, Frank insists on accompanying him. Kim tells Rae that Seneca is gone, he’s angry and he won’t even be her friend. Rae tells her that she should have known that Seneca would react that way at being lied to. Rae tells Kim that she had nothing to do with the lie being revealed, as Kim vows to get even with Jill. Rae advises Kim that lying is dangerous, unless it’s well thought out. She encourages Kim to let it go, and that there will be plenty of men in her future. Jill goes to Seneca and tells him she owes him an explanation. Jack and Frank arrive at the locked EBB warehouse. Frank smashes the lock open with a hammer from his car. Jack and Frank explore the empty warehouse. They decide it’s creepy and leave. Jill regrets telling Seneca the way she did and what angered her most about overhearing Kimberly was Kim’s tone. She was smug, self centered and self satisfied. When Jill realized the depth of feelings that Seneca had for his unborn baby, she knew she had to speak up. She apologizes again and Seneca accepts. Seneca tells Jill that he’s not going to marry Kim. He had thought that he was good for her, but it turns out he never knew her at all. He has to get out of her life entirely, and knows that she will see that as yet another desertion in her life and he’s afraid of the damage it will do to her. Jill tells Seneca that Kim is a very strong young woman and, in time, she will be able handle it. Meanwhile, Kim vows to win Seneca back. When Jack and Frank arrive back at Ryan’s, Kevin tells him that his contact from the Mayor’s office called with a message. EBB Industries is owned by Tiso Novatony.

Episode 1248 Tuesday, April 22, 1980 Friday, December 18, 2009

Jack and Frank go over the evidence that they have accumulated. Jack concludes that it is very possible that Mary followed one of Tiso’s dealers to Tiso’s warehouse. Frank asks Jack about Phil Hersh and Jack thinks that he is lying and could possibly be working for Tiso. Jack plans to visit Siobhan and show her the sketch of the Man in the Green Hat, in case she has seen him, and also caution her about saying anything to Joe or Tiso. Johnny comes into the kitchen in a tizzy about the upcoming visit of a black sheep Ryan cousin, Barry. When Johnny tells Frank that Barry is the manager of some fighter named Ken George Jones, Frank laughs and tells his father that Ken George Jones is a huge rock star. Frank finds Delia going over the commodities section of the newspaper “just for old times sake”. She tells him how happy the Crystal Palace is making her, not unlike the way politics made Frank so happy. She ask Frank why he and Jill are waiting to get married and suggests that Frank and Jill get married at the Crystal Palace. Delia hopes for Frank’s sake that he can get back into politics because she knows all those allegations against him were untrue. He might have cheated on her, but he would never cheat the public. She hopes he gets whatever he wants out of life, as he’s a lot nicer than he used to be. As for herself, she’s an independent woman now and she’s swearing off men. Jack visits Siobhan and asks her if she has said anything to Joe or Tiso about the Man in the Green Hat. She tells him no. As Jack is about to show the sketch to Siobhan, Joe interrupts them. Jack leaves and Joe questions Siobhan as to what Jack wanted. Roger stops in to see a depressed Seneca who tells Roger that he got trapped into the old dream of having a wife and kids. Roger wonders if Jill did him a favor after all, by stopping the wedding. Siobhan gently accuses Joe of being jealous of Jack and reminds him that Jack and her are good friends. Jack tells Frank that he wasn’t able to show the sketch to Siobhan, but has another person he wants to see before they involve the police..

Episode 1249 Wednesday, April 23, 1980 Friday, December 18, 2009

Jack telephones Michael Pavel and asks to see him. Michael’s fearful mother discourages him from doing so, but Michael agrees to see Jack. Mrs. Pavel is concerned that Michael will be implicated for his part in Siobhan’s kidnapping. Maeve and Frank wonder why Johnny is condemning Cousin Barry Ryan before even meeting him. Father McShane stops in to check on Delia and is told that she doing very well and getting ready for the opening of the Crystal Palace. Frank sets up a pre-nuptial conference for him and Jill with Father McShane. When Jill arrives she gets furious with Frank for setting up the appointment without consulting her. To get the Pavel’s to trust him, Jack tells them that it is a risk for him to be there. He also reminds them that he was at the Harborside the night Mrs. Pavel accused Tiso of getting rid of her husband. He outlines to them his suspicions about Tiso’s involvement in Mary’s death, and shows them the sketch of the Man in the Green Hat. Michael can’t identify him, but they are able to tell him about EBB. Mrs. Pavel begs Jack to stop this investigation, for the sake of his daughter, because nothing will bring Mary back. Jack wants Michael to tell him everything he knows about Joe working with Tiso, as Mrs. Pavel nods encouragingly to her son. Jill tells Frank she resents him making the appointment. Frank can’t understand why Jill is so angry and asks her if she really wants to marry him. He reminds her of her fear of commitment in the past. And she retorts that maybe his ego is damaged because he was embarrassed in front of his mother and Father McShane, because she didn’t blindly follow his lead. Frank admits that might be true. Jill declares that she does want to marry Frank, even though it may not look like it. They agree to get married soon. Barry Ryan arrives. Jack swears that he’s not looking to pin anything on Michael, he just wants to find out what happened to his wife. If it’s possible that Mary traced MIGH to a drug operation run by Tiso and was murdered as a result. Michael starts to spill. Joe Novak uses his fishing boats to bring the drugs to Tiso. Jack berates himself for believing Joe so readily. Michael acknowledges that his father worked for Joe on occasion, and also tells Jack he heard a rumor that Joe wants out of the business. Michael promises to tell Jack if he sees the MIGH. Jack thanks them both and leaves. Mrs. Pavel tells Michael that Jack is a decent man and worries that he doesn’t know what he’s getting into, trying to pin down Tiso..

Episode 1250 Thursday, April 24, 1980 Monday, December 21, 2009

Kim wanders around Seneca apartment, noting the faked lab report and his discarded wedding boutonnière. She sits on his bed a waits. Jack receives a phone call from Jim Hurly, the police artist who did the sketch of the Man in the Green Hat. He tells Jack that the MIGH has been found dead. Barry Ryan is getting acquainted with Maeve & Johnny in the kitchen at Ryan’s, when Delia bursts in, anxious about not receiving her napkin delivery for the restaurant. Delia puts her foot in her mouth about “those terrible Chicago Ryans” when she meets Barry, but he doesn’t seem to mind. Kim is waiting in Seneca’s bed, naked when Seneca a Rae come back to his apartment. She overhears Seneca telling Rae that Kim needs psychiatric help. He also tells Rae that just because he’s not going to see Kim anymore, doesn’t mean that he’s stopped loving her. Delia mentions to Barry that she’s been married to 2 of the Ryan’s, and that she’s separated from her current husband. Delia invites Barry to come along with her to see the Crystal Palace. Jack identifies the Man in the Green Hat. Jim tells him that it was a professional hit, and he must have been pretty well connected because he’s had top criminal lawyers keeping him out of jail. Jack levels with Jim about his suspicions about Tiso, and he agrees to hand over all his information to the police so that they can start an official investigation. Seneca goes to his bedroom and sees a naked, sleeping Kim in his bed.

Episode 1251 Friday, April 25, 1980 Monday, December 21, 2009

Barry is impressed with Delia’s Crystal Palace, and is also impressed with Delia. Seneca asks Kim what she doing there. Kim asks him not to say anything, just to hold her. Delia introduces Barry to Bob, and tells him that he manages the famous rock star, Ken George Jones. Bob leaves to pick up Faith for their movie date. Delia and Barry get further acquainted, and Barry tells her that the Crystal Palace is like magic which delights Delia. Delia connects with Barry, because he understands what the Crystal Palace means to her. Faith is slightly drunk and insists that they stay in and she’ll make dinner. He joins her for a drink and they start to talk, when Faith drunkenly kisses Bob. Seneca tells Kim that he does love her, but he is sending her away for her own good. Kim gets angry and tells him that she hates him. When Faith propositions Bob, he turns her down and suggests she lie down. She lies down on the couch and Bob covers her with a blanket. She falls asleep almost instantly and Bob leaves.

Episode 1252 Monday, April 28, 1980 Tuesday, December 22, 2009

Jack meets with the coroner to discuss Mary’s autopsy report. He asks the coroner point blank if it was possible Mary had been struck by a blow to the back of the head, prior to the car accident and the coroner concurs that it is. Jack calls Siobhan and tells her he needs to see her, alone, without Joe. Jill comes to Ryan’s to meet Frank, who is running late. Johnny is delighted to see her and asks her if they set a date yet. Jill tells him not yet, but promises to do so, soon. Johnny tells her how glad he is that Frank and Jill are going to be married. Bob joins them and needs to talk to Jill. Bob tells Jill that he’s concerned about Faith. He feels that she is depressed may be drinking too much. He tells her what happened the previous night and how Faith was drinking, talking about Tom and fell asleep at 8:00. Jack shows Siobhan MIGH’s picture and Siobhan confirms that he is someone who works for Joe. Jack tells her that he was found dead. He tells her that he has a source inside Tiso’s operation that confirms that Tiso is a reputed drug kingpin and the rumor is that Joe brings in the drugs on his fishing boat. He goes on further to tell her his findings about Mary. His theory is that Mary followed the MIGH to Tiso’s warehouse and she called Johnny to say not to start the wedding until she get there because she figured out that Tiso and the drug operation were connected. Also that it was almost impossible to determine how she could have been hit on the right side of the head, because her head injury wasn’t consistent with the way the car crashed. Jack claims that someone hit her in the back of the head, strapped her in her car and sent the car careening over the guard rail. Siobhan is horrified but says that there was no way that Joe could have done it, Jack agrees, but that doesn’t let Tiso off the hook. Siobhan wants to know how much Joe knows and Jack tells her that’s what he’s going to find out. Faith is fixing herself a screwdriver when Jill drops by. When Jill relays her concerns about Faith possibly drinking too much, Faith gets resentful and defensive. She works long hours, after which she is entitled to a glass of wine. She wants to know who made this accusation and Jill tells her it was Bob. Faith asks Jill if Bob also mentioned that she came on to him. Jill tells her that she and Bob only want to help her and Faith replies that no one can help her. Jill asks Faith to meet her for dinner, and Faith tells her maybe. After Jill leaves, Faith stares at the screwdriver for a moment, then defiantly drinks it. Jack tells Siobhan that his source told him that Tiso is upset that Joe wants out. Jack asks Siobhan where Joe spends most of his time and Siobhan tells him his boat, the Nova. Jack tells her that he wants to bug Joe’s boat. Siobhan wants to help, but Jack tells her no. She advises him to be careful.

Episode 1253 Tuesday, April 29, 1980 Tuesday, December 22, 2009

Joe arrives home early with the news that Tiso is being released from the hospital. Siobhan tells him that as long as he’s not working for Tiso, she doesn’t mind Joe spending time with him. As a test to Joe, she goes on to say that: as a matter of fact, now that the violence is over, there is no real rush for them to move away. He can take as long as he needs. Joe tells her that he wants to leave as soon as possible. Siobhan also tells Joe that she had a call from Maeve and they discussed Mary. It made her sad and she doesn’t understand why Mary had to die. Joe comforts her and tells her everything will get better. Kim snipes at Rae and tells her that she’s not looking for Rae to “reach out” to her. Rae tells her she’s concerned and Kim lets it slip that she overheard the conversation between Rae and Seneca, in which Rae said she wants to take Kim out of the country on a trip and Seneca thinks Kim needs psychiatric help. Rae suggests that seeing a therapist might not be a bad idea. Kim declares that she’s not crazy, she just needs Seneca. Kim goes to the hospital looking for Seneca and runs into Adam Cohen. She makes a pretense of asking Adam for some therapist recommendations. She spots Michael Pavel, who is with Joe waiting for Tiso’s hospital release, and her wheels begin to turn. She cozies up to Michael when she knows that Seneca’s eyes are on her. Joe tells Tiso he looks great, and now he can run the operation without him because now it’s not Siobhan pushing to get away, it him. Tiso still wants Joe to help him, possibly for six months to a year. Joe tells Tiso he just wants control of his life. Siobhan calls Jack with the news that Joe passed the test, and Joe doesn’t know anything about Mary’s death and if Tiso had anything to do with it, Joe is unaware of it as well. Jack tells Siobhan that he has a friend that works with bugging devices and he’ll be seeing him later for suggestions. As Kim flirts with Michael, Seneca glowers jealously. After Tiso, Joe and Michael leave, Kim “innocently” asks Seneca if he knows the name of Tiso’s restaurant. When Adam provides Kim with names of physiatrists, she tells him no thanks, she’s found another way to make herself feel better.

Episode 1254 Episode 1254 Wednesday, April 30, 1980 Wednesday, December 23, 2009

Delia and Kevin are in Ryan’s kitchen having a heated argument over the proper way to make lamb stew, when they are admonished by Roger who tells them that they can be heard out in the bar. Roger is about to explain to Delia the truth of the situation with him and Rae, in order to clear things up between them, but he is interrupted by the presence of Barry Ryan. Tiso comes home to the Harborside and arranges a meeting for the next day with his associates to discuss Joe leaving the business. Kim arrives at the Harborside and is spotted by Tiso. He introduces himself to her and she tells him of her connection to the Ryan’s and that she’s waiting to see Michael. Tiso calls Michael to the table, who is surprised to see Kim. Roger asks Barry to excuse himself to he can speak privately to Delia but Delia doesn’t want him to leave and doesn’t want to hear anything Roger has to say. Roger leaves in a huff. Delia is impressed when Barry tell her that he will bring in celebrities to the opening of the Crystal Palace and every night thereafter. Delia fantasizes about her grand opening with everyone from Otto Preminger to Tiso admitting what a success she is and amazed that she did it all by herself with no help from anyone. Michael and Kim get acquainted and set up a date for later that evening.

May 1980 Daily Recaps

Episode 1255 Thursday, May 1, 1980 Wednesday, December 23, 2009

Kim brings Michael back to Rae’s apartment. They have a drink and start to kiss, and Rae arrives home. When Maeve joins Jack and Ryan in the kitchen having a late night snack, Jack tells her that he will be leaving soon, to go back home to Weehawken Street. Maeve is disappointed, but understands. Frank tell Jill that he is having trouble sleeping because he’s going over something he remembered from Kim’s wedding. Frank remembers hearing Kim say to Rae “You’d better hope for your sake you didn’t” when Rae denied telling Jill that Kim wasn’t pregnant. He thinks that Kim might be holding something over her mother’s head, because Rae never would have approved of Kim marrying Seneca, yet she made all the arrangements for the wedding. Frank also tells Jill that he saw a house that he thinks would be perfect for them and asks her to make an appointment with the realtor for the next day. Jill is a little hesitant, but agrees. Kim introduces Michael to Rae, who is less than thrilled with him, after she finds out he works for Tiso. When Michael leaves, Rae tells Kim that Michael is entirely unsuitable and he is beneath her. She forbids her from seeing him again, but Kim tells Rae to stay out of her business. Jack meets a friend of Jumbo’s who gives him The Wave – a flotation device with a bug in it that he can use for Joe's boat. When Maeve spots it, Jack tells her that it is a gift for Joe. Maeve thinks it’s a perfect way to make amends.

Episode 1256 Friday, May 2, 1980 Thursday, December 24, 2009

Barry has some publicity ideas for Delia’s Crystal Palace. One of them is to have Jack write a story on Delia and Prince Albert, but Delia vetoes that idea. She says it would be like betraying a friend. Barry tells Delia that they have a lot in common and invites Delia to go to Boston for a few days. Siobhan sees the bugging device that Jack is going to use, but she is confident that Joe is not involved in Tiso’s drug operation or Mary’s death, because she would know it if he was. Jack tells Siobhan that he wants Joe out of this almost as much as she does. Rae rants to Roger about Kim’s latest choice of Michael Pavel, while Roger rants about Delia’s infatuation with Barry Ryan. They both commiserate that over the fact they have allowed Kim and Delia to get to them. Roger cautions Rae to keep a hands off attitude or otherwise she’ll push Kim right into Michael’s arms. Delia gets angry at Barry’s invitation. She thought they were friends, and now he’s ruined everything by bringing sex into it. Barry backs down and tells her they still are friends, and he won’t mention romance to her, until she is interested. Faith stops by the Crystal Palace to talk with Bob. She tells him she is very upset that he went to Jill behind her back to express his concern over Faith’s drinking. She tells Bob that she doesn’t have a drinking problem, and alcohol is an acceptable way of relaxing. Bob says that he hopes that they are still friends, and invites her to lunch. He pours her a plain tonic water, but when he leaves the room, she reaches behind the bar and pours in some vodka. Jack visits with Joe on Nova and tells him he wants to do a story about the hardworking people of Sheepshead Bay, and also gives him The Wave as a way of making amends. Joe hopes that there will come a day when the Ryan’s won’t regret that Siobhan married him. Jack starts interviewing Joe, as Joe plugs in the electronic Wave. Joe thanks Jack for the gift suggests that Jack speak to some of the local business owners for more detailed information on his story.

Episode 1257 Monday, May 5, 1980 Thursday, December 24, 2009

Jack gets a room at Sheepshead Bay overlooking the harbor, so he can monitor the bugging device on the Nova. Delia is writing invitations for the Crystal Palace opening, when Siobhan comes by looking for Maeve. Delia tells her that Maeve is with little John because he has an earache. They discuss Tiso and Siobhan tells Delia that just because he’s a good cook, and a nice man, it doesn’t mean that he’s not guilty of all the things that he’s been accused of. Delia worries that Tiso, might come to the opening. Kim pops by and she and Delia strike up a friendship. Delia gives her an invitation to Crystal Palace opening. Kim mentions she’s going to ask Michael Pavel and will go to the Harborside to ask him in person, and Delia joins her under the pretense of needing a recipe from Tiso. At the Harborside, Michael accepts Kim’s invitation and apologizes to her for kissing her the night before. When Delia expresses her concern to Tiso, that it might be bad for business if Tiso comes to the opening, Tiso assures her that he will be the most silent of silent partners, make an appearance and slip out. Jack hears George in Joe’s office.

Episode 1258 Tuesday, May 6, 1980 Friday, December 25, 2009

It is the day of the opening of the Crystal Palace and Delia is a nervous wreck. Barry arrives to pick her up. Jack is in the Sheepshead Bay apartment, waiting to get evidence on Joe. Little John has an earache, but Maeve assures Delia they will get a babysitter and still be at her opening. Johnny worries to Maeve how he’ll fit in at the Crystal Palace opening and Maeve reassures him. Kim and Rae snipe at each other as they wait for Michael to arrive. Roger calls and is invited to join them and make it a foursome. Roger reminds Rae to be nice to Michael. Rae tells Kim that she’s looking forward to getting to know Michael better, because he must have some redeeming social value for Kim to bring him to this event. Rae hides her horror at Michael’s god-awful rented tux. She tells him that they are waiting for Roger and sends Kim to get Michael a beer. Rae grills Michael on his work for Tiso and is told that he just works in the kitchen, to save money to go to college. He’s interested in accounting. Roger arrives and they get ready to leave. Kim makes Michael promise that he will be attentive to her all evening. Jack hears Joe telling someone that he’s leaving for the day. Disappointed, Jack locks up and goes. As soon as Jack leaves, the tape is activated by voices in Joe’s office. Joe is horrified to learn about the “hit on Mary Ryan” from Leroy, one of Tiso’s workers, who unwittingly tells Joe all the details about Mary’s death and the fact that Tiso okayed the hit. Joe leaves to speak to Tiso.

Episode 1259 Wednesday, May 7, 1980 Friday, December 25, 2009

A livid Joe arrives at the Harborside to speak to Tiso and orders no interruptions. Joe tells Tiso that Leroy spilled the whole story of Mary’s hit. Tiso confirms that he ordered the death of Mary Ryan. Joe tells him that he is leaving and wants nothing to do with Tiso ever again. Tiso begs Joe to let him explain the situation, and Joe gives him five minutes. Frank is furious with Jill for standing him up with the realtor to see the perfect house. He waited two hours for her and in that time, the house was sold. Jill gets angry at Frank because he thinks that Jill forgot on purpose because she really doesn’t want to marry Frank. Tiso explains to Joe that they didn’t go after Mary, Mary went after them, and they kept it from Joe for his own good. Joe reminds Tiso that Jack is suspicious and he’s an investigative reporter. It’s not going to take him long to figure things out and then he’ll tell Siobhan and his marriage will be over. He tells Tiso that the Ryan’s live by the words honesty and integrity, and even though Siobhan loves him, it won’t be enough to make her stay with him and have children with him. Joe tells Tiso he’s going to take Siobhan away right away. Tiso tells him he can’t. Joe tells Tiso that if he loves him like a son, as he claims to, he’ll fix it so they can leave.. Delia has stage fright and is soothed by Barry. After he caresses her hair, he worries that she might think he was making a pass, but Delia assures him she was okay with it. He builds up her confidence and tells her that she’s a true thoroughbred. Delia thanks Barry and gives him a kiss. Joe is surprised to see that Siobhan has cut her hair and gives her the news that they are leaving right away. Siobhan is confused when Joe tells her he’s not even waiting to sell his boats. She wants to say goodbye to her family. She asks Joe if anything happened between him and Tiso, and even though Joe tells her no, she’s not so certain. Jack tells Frank about his bugging operation on Joe’s boat. Frank tells yells that Jack could be in serious danger and that he shouldn’t be doing this on his own.

Episode 1260 Thursday, May 8, 1980 Tuesday, December 29, 2009

It’s the opening night party of the Crystal Palace. The photographers arrive at the Crystal Palace and Delia wants to make sure that they photograph her with the Ryan’s. Before leaving to go to the big event, Frank tells a bed ridden Little John to feel better, and tells Johnny that unfortunately, he and Jill lost the house that he was interested in. Barry toasts Delia “to her and all the magic she’s made”. The Ryan’s and Jack arrive and when Siobhan corners Jack as to any further information he may have uncovered, Jack tells her he needs more time. Delia is distressed to see Tiso and his entourage arrive. Delia introduces Kim and Michael and Roger Coleridge and his lover, Rae Woodard. When Roger threatens to leave the restaurant after that introduction, Delia wishes him a lovely evening. Faith arrives and is flirted with by a roaming photographer, but she heads straight to the bar. Van Johnson, Betsy Palmer and Shelly Smith all arrive at the party. Seneca arrives and spies Kim with Michael. He sits next to Faith at the bar and ignores her. Frank and Jill continue their “losing-the-perfect-house argument. Otto Preminger arrives and Delia is thrilled to see him. Otto spots Rae, who apparently is an old friend and walks off with her. Barry receives a phone call from Ken George Jones and has to rush off. Rae tries to set the record straight with Delia about her and Roger. Delia tells Rae that it doesn’t make any difference because she doesn’t need Roger. She hopes he makes Rae happy. Joe tells Siobhan that Tiso is upset that he is leaving the business, while Tiso tells his comrades that Joe is very angry with him. Tiso gets up to speak to Jack to find out if Jack knows the truth about his involvement in Mary’s death. After questioning him, Tiso realizes that Jack is suspicious, but doesn’t know anything concrete yet. Tiso reports to George to be “very careful of Mr. Fenelli”. Jack tells Siobhan that Tiso is on to him about something asks her to stall for time. Kim flirts outrageously with Michael, as Seneca glowers jealously on. Alone at the bar, Kim baits Seneca and ends up getting an apology from him. When she introduces Michael to Seneca, Seneca excuses himself. Kim tells Michael that they should leave because they can have a better time somewhere else. Frank gets a call from the baby sitter that Little John is worse and Frank gets Faith to go home with him to have look at him. Delia is thrilled with the success of the Crystal Palace and exclaims that “nothing can go wrong now!”

Episode 1261 Friday, May 9, 1980 Tuesday, December 29, 2009

Kim brings Michael back to Rae’s apartment and his amorous intentions get rejected by Kim. He is puzzled at her coldness, because she couldn’t keep her hands off him at the party. He figures out that she was just using him for some reason and when she doesn’t come clean about it, he leaves. Faith examines Little John, she determines he needs an antibiotic. She is too unsteady to give him a shot, so she takes out some pills. Remembering Little John’s sensitivity to penicillin, she puts the bottle aside and takes out a bottle of tetracycline. But, because of her diminished capacity, she ends up giving him the wrong medication. As Little John sleeps, Frank and Faith discuss Jill. Faith says she’s worried about Jill, and Frank concurs. Faith acknowledges to Frank that Jill is a lucky woman. Maeve, Johnny, Jack, Joe, Siobhan come back after the party at the Crystal Palace. Siobhan realizes it’s Mother’s Day, so Frank, her, Jack and Johnny sing that silly Mother’s Day song they always do, as Joe looks on. After the song, Maeve remembers Mary and they all have a moment of sadness. Joe tells them that he has something to say. Joe apologizes to the Ryan’s for any of the trouble that they’ve had in the past year and hopes to make it up to them by making Siobhan very happy, and eventually restoring Siobhan to her family. When he leaves to get the car, Siobhan and Jack are left alone in the kitchen. She tells him she doesn’t know what to do and Jack asks her to stall them from leaving. She hates the surveillance, but he begs her for one more day and by then he thinks he will know one way or another, if Joe is involved. Frank leaves to walk Faith home, and Faith leaves instructions to wake Little John in a half hour to start the medication. Johnny admits to Maeve that he had a great time at the Crystal Palace and feels bad about prejudging Barry. The more he sees him, the more he likes him. They discuss the party and both notice the distance between Jill and Frank. They go upstairs to attend to Little John and sit by his bedside after giving him the medication.

Episode 1262 Monday, May 12, 1980 Wednesday, December 30, 2009

The next morning Maeve and Johnny find that Little John is much worse. They put in a call Faith and tell an hysterical Delia to call Frank and tell him that Little John is very sick. Rae wakes up on the wrong side of the bed and is testy with Kim. Rae tells her that her behavior the night before was obvious and she wasn’t very nice to Michael. Kim is smugly expecting either Michael or Seneca to call. Rae tells Kim she shouldn’t try to control the people she loves, because she’ll end up alone and lonely. Michael calls Kim and apologizes to her. They set up a lunch date to meet at Lem’s. Kim orders Rae to call Seneca and invite him to Lem’s for lunch. Rae absolutely refuses. Faith examines Little John and panics when she notes that she gave Little John the wrong medication. She tells Maeve and Johnny to take Little John to the hospital immediately. Delia cries that she should be the one to go, and to distract her, Johnny stays behind with her. Rae doesn’t think that Kim would actually go through with her threats, so she calls Kim’s bluff. Much to her dismay, Kim picks up the phone and dials Frank’s number. Rae disconnects the call, and agrees to call Seneca. Johnny tries to calm Delia down but Delia is blaming Faith for making the mistake. Bob is concerned when he finds out that Faith is involved in Little John’s health crisis. Delia accuses Bob of caring more about Faith, then her and his nephew. When Barry arrives with the great reviews of the restaurant, Delia calms down a little. Barry tells Bob that he impressed someone at the party who, in turn, would like Bob to manage his casino on the Rivera. Bob turns him down, much to Delia’s relief.

Episode 1263 Tuesday, May 13, 1980 Wednesday, December 30, 2009

Siobhan and Joe read the newspaper articles on the Crystal Palace. While reading Jack’s article, Joe brings up what a good writer Jack is, and recalls the article that Jack wrote about him and comments that Jack really knows how to dig. Joe suddenly asks Siobhan what it would take for them to be able to leave town that day. She lists her errands and most importantly, saying goodbye to her family. In an effort to stall for time (as Jack asked her to do), she also mentions that she still gets very tired, and the doctor told her she shouldn’t overdue it. Out of concern for her, Joe backs down. When Joe mentions he doesn’t really have any friends to say goodbye to, just her, Siobhan tells him that Jack and him are a lot alike because Jack really didn’t open up to people, until Mary. This triggers Joe’s remembrance of the gift that Jack brought him. Joe looks panicked and tells Siobhan he has to go to the Nova. At the hospital, Little John is in serious trouble and he is suffering from anaphylactic shock because of the medication Faith prescribed. Faith tells Maeve and Frank that timing is critical as they have to knock out the infection and control the allergic reaction. Faith blames herself, because she was drunk. She goes on to admit that she has a problem with alcohol. Maeve questions when it all started, and Faith tells her right after Tom died, she used alcohol to help her sleep. Now she can’t control it. Jack goes to his room in Sheepshead Bay and rewinds the tape recorder. He listens to the tape and is horrified to hear of all the details surrounding Mary’s death at the hand of Tiso. Frank sits by Little John’s bedside and explains to him all the machines that are there to make him feel better. Faith apologizes to him again and Frank lets her off the hook and tells her not to waste her time, energy or guilt. Faith offers to step down as LJ’s doctor and Frank doesn’t see the need. Maeve thanks him for that. Jack calls Siobhan and tells her he has a tape he needs her to hear. He’ll stop by and play it for her on the way to the police. Joe gets suspicious and takes apart the Wave and finds the bugging device. He heads home. Tiso tells one of his men to get the car, he wants to go to Joe and talk some sense into his head about leaving the business.

Episode 1264 Wednesday, May 14, 1980 Thursday, December 31, 2009

Little John lays in his hospital bed, as Frank and Faith looked worriedly on. Jack takes the tape to Siobhan for her to listen to and interpret it for herself. Since she is about to go away with Joe, he wants her to hear it for herself, before he brings it to the police. Siobhan doesn’t expect Joe home soon, and assures Jack that Joe hasn’t found the bug. They go upstairs to listen to it, just to be on the safe side. Jill joins Frank at the hospital and Faith suggests that they get a second opinion. Faith tells Jill that her suspicions were correct: she does have a drinking problem. Frank tries to reassure Faith that everyone was drinking at the party and Jill offers Faith any help that she needs. Faith says it’s something she has to do on her own, and leaves. Jill apologizes to Frank for everything, losing the house, the arguments. Little John awakens. Jack and Siobhan are about to listen to the tape and Siobhan realizes that what is on the tape is going to be bad. They start the tape and Tiso lets himself in and sends his driver on an errand. Tiso pauses and hears the sound of the tape playing from the upstairs. Siobhan acknowledges that the way that Joe says “we” on the tape, is an admission that he is part of Tiso’s organization. Jill tells Frank that she’s picked up the slack at the office for him. He begs her never to leave him and she complies. They embrace as an irate Delia storms in. After Jill leaves, Delia chides Frank for his kiss with Jill when his son is lying in a hospital bed, and demands to know where “that drunken quack” Faith is. Frank tries to calm Delia down, for LJ’s sake, but Delia is on a rampage. She’s determined to sue Faith for malpractice, and swears that Faith will never practice medicine again. Jack and Siobhan resume the tape as Tiso starts to climb the stairs. Siobhan states that “even if Joe didn’t have anything to do with Mary’s death, the fact that Joe is familiar with the terms “hits”, “crowbars” and “standing orders” proves that he is part of the organization. She’s has decided that she will leave Joe. Jack tells her that Joe does love her, but that’s not enough for Siobhan. She wants to go to the police with Jack. Tiso enters the room with his gun drawn and tells them that they aren’t going anywhere.

Episode 1265 Thursday, May 15, 1980 Thursday, December 31, 2009

Tiso continues to hold the gun on Siobhan and Jack. Tiso orders Siobhan to give him the tape, and Jack sees an opportunity. Tiso is wise to Jack and cautions him against making any moves. Siobhan tells Tiso she’s not going to cooperate with him and if he wants the tape, he can get it himself. Tiso aims the gun at Siobhan and says that it saddens him to have to bring more grief to the Ryan’s. Delia demands of Frank the name of the doctor who is working with Faith on Little John’s case, because Faith is incompetent and could have killed her son. Frank suggests to Delia that she take care of her business at the Crystal Palace and he’ll call her in a couple of days. She realizes she does have a lot to do, but wants to see Faith first. Frank suggests she sleep on it before suing Faith for malpractice. When Faith arrives Delia asks her point blank if she is an alcoholic. Faith says “I suppose you could say that”. Rae is about to leave the apartment and is stopped by Kim who demands that Rae appears at Lem’s with Seneca. Rae tells her that she wasn’t able to reach Seneca, so Kim will have to have lunch with Michael, without an audience. Kim won’t back down and threatens Rae again with the blackmail. Rae points out that Kim could be caught in the blackmail crossfire and it would be bad for publicity for an aspiring actress. Kim thinks any publicity is good publicity. Rae swears that one day, the tables will turn. Worn down, Rae tells her she will make another attempt to reach Seneca for lunch. Jack orders Siobhan to give Tiso the tape. When Siobhan listens to Jack, Tiso notes that Siobhan should have been more like that with her own husband and listened to Joe the way she listens to Jack. Tiso thinks that Joe deserved a better wife and accuses Siobhan of being more faithful to Jack than she was to Joe. He goes on to say that the only reason Joe married her, was because she was a witness to the scene that Mrs. Pavel made. Siobhan realizes that Tiso did have Pavel killed. Tiso taunts Jack and tells him that if he was a better husband, and kept on eye on Mary and treasured her, instead of her sister, Mary wouldn’t have died. He sets up the scenario whereas Jack will shoot Siobhan out of guilt and then shoot himself. Siobhan shouts “no” as Jack jumps up and the gun goes off. Delia tells Faith she wants her off LJ’s case and out of the hospital. Frank tries to defend Faith, but Faith tells them both that she has just resigned from the hospital, because of what she did to LJ. Delia tells her that she is still going to sue her and leaves. Frank comforts Faith and Faith who doesn’t want to talk about her decision. Jack pulls away a bloody candlestick from Tiso’s lifeless body, and then falls to the floor. Siobhan attends to Jack and begs him to be all right. She tells him that Tiso is dead and she’s going to call the police. Jack tells her that they have to get out of there because Tiso’s men will come looking for him. Siobhan calls the police and reports that Tiso is dead. Siobhan gets Jack on his feet and as they look up and see Joe standing in the doorway.

Episode 1266 Friday, May 16, 1980 Friday, January 1, 2010

Joe walks into the bedroom and finds Tiso dead and Siobhan explains what has transpired. Joe is enraged that Jack for killed Tiso, but Jack retaliates with how Tiso had a hand in Mary’s death. Joe says he had nothing to do with it, but Siobhan asks him about all the other things that he was involved in. Joe tells her that he loves her. Rae has the lunch with Seneca that Kim blackmailed her into setting up. She divulges to him that Kim still loves him very much and wants him back, and her little dalliance with Michael is to make Seneca jealous. At the same time, Michael and Kim walk into Lem's so Seneca and Rae can see them. Michael is uncomfortable with Kim kissing him in plain view of her mother. A compassionate Rae tell Seneca that he did the best possible thing by ending it with Kim and Seneca asks her why then, does he feel so empty. They go to leave and Seneca stops by Kim’s table and asks to speak to her. Siobhan tells Joe that even thought he loved her, he lied to her. Joe tells her that the truth would have been dangerous for her. She reveals that Tiso told her that he only married her because she witnessed the scene with Mrs. Pavel. He tells her those were Tiso’s words and that he is out and that they could still run away. She tells him that is impossible. Jack establishes that if Joe had been at the warehouse, he wouldn’t have done anything differently. Siobhan tells Joe that she can’t go away with him. Jack tells Siobhan what will have to happen, either she runs away with Joe and the will be on the run for the rest of their lives, or Joe will have no reason to keep her around. Joe holds the gun on Siobhan and Jack. Maeve tells Johnny that she is terrified that LJ might die. Johnny tells Maeve that Faith takes herself off of Little John's case and turned it over to a specialist, and in fact has resigned from the hospital. Maeve is disheartened to hear it, as she feels Faith has already owned up to her mistake. He also tells her that Delia is threatening to sue Faith, but Maeve feels that as soon as LJ gets well, Delia will forget about it. Frank tells LJ that there have been a lot of brave people in his family and that he is one of them. He encourages him to stay strong. Seneca questions Kim as to what she is doing to Michael, and tells her that it is not fair to him or to Michael. He goes on to say that they will never be together again, except as friends, and to stop trying to make him jealous. Jack stands up and tells Joe he will not stand by and let him kill him. He falls to the floor. Siobhan begs Joe: If you are going to shoot us, do it now.”

Episode 1267 Monday, May 19, 1980 Friday, January 1, 2010

Held at gunpoint Siobhan tells Joe to kill them now. Joe puts the gun down and tells her she should know him better by now. When Joe tells her that he was getting out, she tells him that everything has changed. “You lied, you lied and you lied! He tells her again that he loves her and she tells him “spare me”. The sounds of sirens are heard and she tells him to go. When Roger questions Faith about her resignation from the hospital, Faith tells him that she almost killed someone and that she is a practicing alcoholic. Roger is not entirely surprised at Faith’s admission but encourages her to keep it quiet. Faith informs him that she’s already come clean with the Ryan’s and it’s likely that Delia will be suing her for malpractice. Roger tells her that Delia is just being vindictive. When Michael suspects that Kim is using him, he demands to know who Seneca is, Kim explains to Michael that Seneca is a friend of her mother’s who was a father figure to her, at first, and then with whom she fell madly in love with. She admits to him her false pregnancy scheme to get him to marry her, and even though initially she used Michael to make Seneca jealous, she does like him. Michael decides that Seneca is a jerk who deserves everything he gets. Kim and Michael agree to be honest with each other in the future. Roger tells Delia to lay off Faith, and reminds her that she is a terrible mother who couldn’t spend any length of time with her son. He tells her that she’s turning a terribly sad incident into a cruel vendetta against his sister. She tells him that she’s suing Faith and that she is sick of being analyzed by Roger. Siobhan anxiously waits outside Jack’s hospital room, as Johnny rushes in. Siobhan tells him that it was Jack that was shot, and that Tiso is dead and that Jack will be all right. The doctor confirms it. As she sobs in Johnny’s arms, she tells Johnny that she couldn’t go away with Joe and how she thought that Joe was going to kill them. The police detective on hand explains everything to Johnny and takes Siobhan’s statement. Siobhan tells them how Mary wasn’t killed in a car accident. She stumbled upon Tiso’s drug operation and was murdered in the process. She tells Johnny that Joe didn’t know about Mary’s death, but he was involved in the business and how Joe was going to kill her and Jack, but he changed his mind and left. When Jack cries out in pain, Siobhan and Johnny rush to his bedside. Jack is surprised to see Johnny and doesn’t know where he is. Johnny thanks Jack for saving Siobhan and for finding out the truth about Mary. Detective Martin tells Siobhan and Jack that they must go protective custody for awhile. Jack resists because of his daughter, Ryan, and Siobhan tells him she would like to go to her home in Sheepshead Bay to pack. This way she won’t ever has to go back there. Johnny asks the detective if Siobhan and Jack will be safe and is told that they will be.

Episode 1268 Tuesday, May 20, 1980 Monday, January 4, 2010

Maeve is on the phone to Frank and finds that Little John’s condition has not changed. The police escort a wounded Jack to Ryan's, which shocks Maeve. Jack tells them that Tiso is dead and he and Siobhan have to go into protective custody for awhile. Siobhan and the detective arrive back at her apartment in Sheepshead Bay, and they find that it has been ransacked and there bullet holes in the wall. Siobhan assumes the worst when she finds a bloody vest that belonged to Joe. Roger asks Seneca for the name of the best malpractice lawyer in the state. He tells Seneca of Faith’s predicament and that it is Delia who wants to sue Faith. Seneca tells Roger that he would gladly testify on behalf of Faith, if he is around. Seneca tells Roger that he’s worried about Kim and feels it might be better for her if he leaves town. He blames himself for Kim’s lies and manipulations because he wanted the marriage as much as she did. Jack tells Maeve that he uncovered the truth about Mary’s death, by bugging Joe’s office on the Nova. He tells Maeve that Joe didn’t know anything about Tiso’s involvement in Mary’s murder, until very recently. The reason they have to go into protective custody is because Joe or Tiso’s men will come looking for them. He also shocks her with the revelation that Joe almost did kill them, but changed his mind. Siobhan comes home and tells her parents and Jack that Joe is dead. Kim tells Rae that she and Seneca had a private conversation at Lem’s, in which Seneca told her to stop trying to make him jealous. Kim knows that stills loves her as much as ever, and is still determined to get him back. Roger visits Rae and they decide not to talk about Kim or Delia, but that doesn’t last. Kim is eavesdropping on their conversation and hears Roger tell Rae that Kim is really doing a number on Seneca and he is considering leaving town because of it. Siobhan gives her parents and Jack the details of the wrecked apartment and the bloody vest. She assumes that Tiso’s men got to Joe. Maeve tries to comfort Siobhan with the fact that Joe did love her and he made the right choice in the end. He wanted to be a good man for Siobhan. Siobhan agrees and sobs in Maeve’s arms. Jack wants to see Ryan one last time before he leaves town. Johnny asks the detective when Jack and Siobhan can return. Johnny gives Jack all the money he has on him. Siobhan hugs her family goodbye. Johnny embraces Jack and tells him to take care of himself.

Episode 1269 Wednesday, May 21, 1980 Monday, January 4, 2010

When George gives Michael the news that the Harborside is closing, Michael realizes that he will be out of a job. Delia arrives and wants to talk to George. She tells him that Tiso was her silent partner at the Crystal Palace and she needs to know what is going to happen to it, now that Tiso is dead. George tells Delia he’ll look into it, but can’t really find out much, until the lawyers go through all the paperwork. He also tells Delia that Tiso had a soft spot for her. Michael spots Delia and asks her for a job at the Crystal Palace and Delia tells him if she has a job open, it's his. Bob tells Frank over the phone that Delia has decided to drop the suit against Faith and that they have Barry Ryan to thank for convincing her to do so. Jill tells Frank that Faith’s letter of resignation is still on Marshall’s desk, and that they must try to convince Faith to change her mind about resigning. Frank is confident that Faith will be all right because she’s a strong, smart girl, and there are other hospitals besides Riverside. Jill is adamant that Faith continue the Coleridge family tradition of working at Riverside Hospital. Frank cautions Jill about intruding in Faith’s life, because she might resent it and that there is a thin line between being supportive and interfering. Jill gets ready to run some errands and they agree to meet for dinner later at the Crystal Palace and make some wedding plans. Seeing that Delia is depressed, Barry gets her to confide in him so he can help her. Delia admits to Barry that Tiso was her silent partner and she is terrified that the Ryan’s will find out and she will lose them forever. When Delia steps out of the room, Barry takes a call from Ken George Jones and then tells Delia that "his boy" will be at the Crystal Palace that evening. Frank and Jill are having dinner at the Crystal Palace when an extremely angry Faith comes to speak to Jill. She’s furious that Jill went behind her back to Marshall Westheimer and doesn’t want Jill treating her like her dopy kid sister. Jill tells her that she couldn’t stand by and watch Faith make a shambles of her career. Faith tells her that she will be the one to decide when she’s ready to practice medicine again. Jill thinks that Faith is being self destructive. Faith tells Jill that she’s hurt that Jill doesn’t respect her and that it is going to take a long, long time for her to forget this. After Faith leaves, Jill warns Frank not to say “I told you so” because she has had enough criticism for one evening. They step out on to the terrace and continue arguing furiously. She tells him that they are so out of step with each other and is livid that he’s sticking up for Faith. He accuses her of dodging the wedding. When Frank suggests that they go back to the table and start the evening over, Jill tells him that she doesn’t think they can. Frank storms off and tells her he’ll see her at home. Unbeknownst to Jill, a handsome stranger has been observing the whole altercation. He approaches Jill and tells her that she is the most beautiful woman he’s ever seen.

Episode 1270 Thursday, May 22, 1980 Tuesday, January 5, 2010

On the terrace of the Crystal Palace, Jill is unnerved by the handsome stranger’s declaration of her beauty. When he admits overhearing her argument with Frank, she is outraged, and rushes to go back into the restaurant. She fumes when she can’t get the door open, and he opens it, easily. He is clearly smitten with her. He follows her inside and he is greeted with applause by some of the patrons. It is Ken George Jones, the famous rock singer. He greets Barry and is introduced to Delia, as Jill looks on in amazement. Jack is in a hotel room with the detective who tells him he will be there for awhile. The detective tells Jack that they are keeping an eye on Tiso’s operation. Jack surmises that maybe Joe knew too much and that’s why he was taken out. Jack calls the Ryan’s to tell them that he and Siobhan are safe. He reports that she has been sleeping most of the time, and Maeve tells him she must have needed it. They put Ryan on the phone so Jack can speak to her. Jack tells Maeve he would really like to be with them so that they could talk about Mary, but he’s going to be there awhile. Jill is intrigued when she finds out that the stranger is Ken George Jones, who is charming to Delia. He agrees to sing. He starts to sing, while staring into Jill’s eyes. Jill watches intently and after the song, smiles at Ken, as she gets up to leave. Ken wonders who she is. Maeve and Johnny talk about Mary and wonder what was going through her mind while she was in the warehouse. They hope that she felt indestructible, and not terror. Maeve admits that listening to the tape also helped her mourn Joe. Ken and Barry sit down and when Ken orders a glass of champagne, Barry looks concerned. Ken asks Barry who Jill is, and Barry tells him. Ken confidently states that Jill may be engaged to Barry’s cousin Frank, but she won’t marry him. When Ken asks Delia if he knows who Jill is, Delia hoots with laughter and tells him that she’s known Jill all her life. She proceeds to tell him of their history. Delia tells Ken that Jill is mean, spoiled, smart and always gets what she wants. She also goes on to say that she feels that Frank and Jill won’t get married, because if it were going to happen, it would have happened already. Ken asks her if Jill is a good lawyer, and Delia says she would think so, as long as she was on your side. Ken decides he needs a New York lawyer and asks Delia and Barry to join him for dinner.

Episode 1271 Friday, May 23, 1980 Tuesday, January 5, 2010

Later that night, Jill is alone in her office when Ken comes by to see her. She tells him to leave. She reiterates how he eavesdropped on her at the Crystal Palace and then tried to pick her up. He charms her enough to agree to give him five minutes of her time. When she asks him what he wants, he tells her “to see about us, there is a connection between us”. Jill is intrigued and she agrees that there might be slight connection. Rae is going out for the evening, and warns Kim to stay out of trouble. Michael calls and tells Kim that he got a job at the Crystal Palace, and now he won’t be that far away. Kim invites him over to celebrate. Ken tells Jill that he’s met thousands of people and has never made a connection like one he’s made with her. She tells him she is unavailable and uninterested. She’s engaged, she’s in the middle of writing a brief and it was nice to have met him. Not to be deterred, he asks her to be his lawyer. She accuses him of being used to getting everything he wants, and not used to hearing no for an answer. He tells her he’s there because he really needs a lawyer. He does his best to persuade her, even though she’s not experienced in entertainment law. He’s persistent in his pursuit and eventually wears her down, she agrees to represent him. Frank goes to see Faith and lets her know that Little John will be coming home from the hospital. He tries to convince her not to resign but she insists that her decision is final. She is still angry at Jill and explains that Jill expects her to be a Coleridge which means being a “good girl”, and that she’s not that. She tells him she’s working through AA and she thanks him for being supportive and not dumping on her. Frank tells her that she may be being too hard on herself, and she agrees. He tells her that called Jill a “dummy” about the way she interfered in Faith’s situation and the fight that ensued. Faith apologizes to him, and tells him go to home to Jill and work it out. Kim and Michael get romantic at Rae’s. Frank comes home to Jill and apologizes. She tells him that he’s entitled to his opinion, he just expressed it at the wrong time. She apologizes where he is concerned, but as far as Faith, she would do it again in a minute. They start to argue but curtail it in an effort to keep peace. Jill tells them that she has accepted a new client, Ken George Jones. Frank is mystified because Jill hates entertainment law and actors in general. Jill tells him that Ken George Jones is paying her $4,500 a month as a retainer and that will be the down payment on their brownstone. They embrace and decide to have something to eat and go to bed. Not in that order. Kim invites Michael to see her bedroom and she tells him that Rae won’t be home that night, because she’s in Washington. He picks her up and they head towards the bedroom.

Episode 1272 Monday, May 26, 1980 Wednesday, January 6, 2010

Kim and Michael wake up after spending the night together. Michael tells Kim he loves her. Rae bursts into Kim room to wake her up and is shocked to see Michael there. Over breakfast, Ken and Barry commiserate over the ladies in their life. Barry tells Ken that when he met Delia it was an “encounter of kindred souls” and he wanted to combine practicality with romance, but is very depressed to learn that she doesn’t own Crystal Palace out right. She is being backed by The Syndicate. Ken is sympathetic and tells Barry he’s a great con artist. Ken tells Barry that he and Jill have a connection, and it seems to him that Frank and Jill are out of harmony. Ken tells Barry that he has asked Jill to be his lawyer. Jill visits Faith to apologize to her. Jill tells Faith that she should listen to Frank’s advice about her being too tough on herself and Faith counters with Jill should listen to Frank about delaying the wedding. Faith tells Jill that she is very lucky to have Frank and she should marry him as soon as possible. Jill claims she’s not dragging her feet, but starting a new law practice is very time consuming. Then she tells her that she is very excited about her wonderful new client, Ken George Jones and is looking forward to working for him. Faith hopes that Frank and Jill will marry soon. Faith and Jill agree not interfere in each other’s life. Rae tells Kim and Michael that Kim should warn her if she’s having a sleepover. Michael apologizes to Rae and Rae acknowledges that Michael is a very well-raised young man, as opposed to her own daughter. She tells them to get dressed because she has more to say. As she waits for them, Rae tries to calm herself down so she can handle this with “maturity and intelligence”. Kim comes in alone and doesn’t understand why Rae is so angry because Rae told her to date boys her own age. Rae tells her that while Kim is under her roof, she is not allowed to entertain boys in her bedroom. Michael comes out and apologizes to Rae again. When he later realizes that Kim lied to him about Rae being in Washington, he leaves. Rae tells Kim that Michael is perfectly nice, but he is unsuitable. George visits Delia with the good news that Tiso has deeded the Crystal Palace to her. It’s all hers. Later, Delia tells Barry that she’s the sole owner and he’s thrilled for her. Kim tells Rae that she fully intends to see Michael in the future and as a matter of fact, Rae should be nice to him because he’s going to be her son-in-law!

Episode 1273 Tuesday, May 25, 1980 Wednesday, January 6, 2010

Delia comes into the Ryan bar in very good spirits. Barry comes in with an inspirational idea for Crystal Palace, but it’s a surprise. She goes to get changed so they can go over there. Roger comes in looking for Delia and finds that he has Barry Ryan to thank for Delia’s decision to drop the suit against Faith. Roger thanks Delia and she is rather aloof to him and she leaves with Barry, much to Roger’s dismay. Lily Darnell comes into the bar and Roger decides that things are looking up. Seneca visits Faith and tries to get her to change her mind about resigning. He tells her she has a rare and special talent as a pediatrician, and it shouldn’t go to waste. Faith tells him that she has always done what was expected of her and she needs to figure out what has gone wrong with her life and how to fix it. Seneca knows about trying to fix life, and he tells her that he still loves Kim and wishes he could just walk away. Faith responds that sometimes that the only choice you have. Roger joins Lily and is introduced to her silent friend Rose. He reminds Lily of their dinner date a few months prior. He asks her if she still discos and she tells him now she’s into psycho-theatrics. He asks her to dinner that evening and she accepts. He’s delighted because he knows “just the perfect place”. At the Crystal Palace Barry gives Delia a little bouquet of flowers. Slightly disappointed because she thinks that was her surprise, he tells her that he’s ordered 1000 more bouquets to be delivered that night. Each lady that comes to Crystal Palace, gets one as a souvenir. It will also save money on buying fresh flowers for the tables. Delia is delighted with the idea. Michael starts his job as a bartender at the Crystal Palace, when Kim comes in. He’s cold to her, and wants to know why she lied to him about Rae being out town. She tells him if he knew the truth, he wouldn’t have stayed with her. Kim tells him that she told Rae that she was in love with him and Rae understood. She invites him to come over after work. Roger arrives at Crystal Palace with Lily in tow. Delia is less that thrilled to see Roger with a date, but graciously orders the best table for him. At the table, Lily recognizes Delia as Roger’s wife. Roger tells her that they are separated. She notes that Delia doesn’t look happy. Meanwhile, Delia looks miserably on.

Episode 1274 Wednesday, May 28, 1980 Thursday, January 7, 2010

Ken persistently pursues Jill, arriving unexpectedly at her apartment under the guise of giving her some legal contracts. He invites her to dinner, which she refuses, because she’s waiting for Frank, and he charms her into making him some scrambled eggs. Siobhan and Jack are in the motel room under protective custody. Siobhan worries “where am I going”. She asks Jack if Tiso will have a big funeral and mourns the fact that Joe won’t have anyone to stand up and say that there was so much good in him. Ken asks Jill to call him Ken, instead of Mr. Jones. Jill asks Ken why he persists in coming on to her when he knows she’s engaged and can they have an attorney client relationship or not. Ken tells her they can. Frank comes home and meets Ken, and Ken leaves. Frank asks Jill if she is available the next day at 2:00 for some prenuptial counseling with Father McShane. She tells him yes. Frank wonders what Ken was doing at their apartment so late and Jill tells him she told Ken in no uncertain terms that he’s not to do that again. Siobhan and Jack talk about Joe. Siobhan says even though he left Tiso’s operation and had nothing to do with Mary’s death, that fact was that he lied. Jack reminds her that Joe did love her. Siobhan regrets the last words that she said to him and feels guilty because he went back for her picture and that’s when he was killed. Jack tries to dissuade her feeling of guilt by saying she was honest from the beginning and she didn’t sell out just because that would have been easier. She stood by her principles and was true to herself. Siobhan tells Jack that Mary would be pleased that Jack worked so hard to find out the truth. Jill remembers she has an appointment at 2:00 the next day that she doesn’t want to break. To soothe Frank, she tells him as soon as the New York divorce comes through, nothing will stand in the way of their wedding. She tells him she loves him and glad that he’s home. They head to bed. At 2:00 AM the phone rings and Frank answers it. It’s Ken looking to speak to Jill. Frank is angry that Ken has called this late, and puts Jill on. Ken tells Jill that he has the information she requested and wants to know if she’ll meet him at the Chelsea Bar. She tells him she will see him first thing in the morning and hangs up. Frank realizes that this client is going to be a handful. Jill lies awake, thinking.

Episode 1275 Thursday, May 29, 1980 Thursday, January 7, 2010

Kim is angry with Rae and tells her that she’s ruined everything with Michael. Rae says too bad, but Kim will not be sleeping with anyone, while living under her roof. Rae also tells her that she feels sorry for Michael because Kim is exploiting him. With Rae in earshot, Kim defiantly calls Michael and tells him she wants to see him. Michael wants to see her, too. Since they can’t meet at Rae’s apartment, Kim tells Michael to bring her to a place that he frequents. Michael doesn’t think that’s a good idea for someone like Kim, because it’s kind of rough, but she insists. Ken tells Barry that he wants him to arrange to do a concert at least 500 miles away from NYC. He wants to get Jill away from Frank long enough for her to realize that she doesn’t really want to marry him. Barry will set something up in Denver. Barry asks Ken for a $1000 advance, which he gets. Barry wants to make a “pitch” to Delia. Michael takes Kim to a dive bar, which she thinks is delightful. Kim is noticed by a couple of the unrefined locals. Kim and Michael talk about how much they like each other, when a young hoodlum comes to the table and asks Kim if he can buy her a beer. Barry tells Delia that he’s sorry that her feelings got hurt when Roger brought Lily to dinner at the CP, but she handled it beautifully. Delia can’t believe that Roger brought Lily Darnell to her Crystal Palace! He tells her that Roger was only striking back at Delia because he’s angry that he’s lost her. Barry toasts Delia with “to the excitement, the pleasure and the magic she gives the world”. She tells him that he is her best friend, and gives him a kiss. Barry makes his pitch. He tells Delia that she deserves to have some fun, too and he apologizes for his clumsy effort at romance a few weeks prior and asks her if she’d reconsider. Delia tells him that she’s not good at affairs, she’s much better at marriage, although that’s not a proposal. She can’t deal with the complications of an affair. Barry tells her maybe she never gave herself the proper chance. Delia doesn’t want to risk getting hurt and doesn’t want to lose her best friend. Barry tells her he would never hurt her. Delia tells him that she loves him too much to go to bed with him. Barry accepts her decision, but when she leaves the room to lock up, Barry picks up the phone book and writes down the phone number of Lily Darnell. Michael tells the hoodlum in the bar, that Kim is with him. The young tough tells him that Kim was checking out every guy in the place. His other hoodlum friends surround Michael and goad him into a fight. Michael stands up and the fighting starts. Kim joins in the melee.

Episode 1276 Friday, May 30, 1980 Friday, January 8, 2010

Jack and Siobhan are in the motel room, playing chess. Jack tells Siobhan that he’s has heard from his contacts downtown and apparently there is no interest in Jack and Siobhan as far as Tiso’s organization is concerned and that they might be able to go home soon. . They speculate as to who might have taken over the operation. Siobhan confesses to Jack that she willed herself into falling in love with Joe, to keep from having a relationship with her sister’s husband. When Kim and Michael are questioned at the bar by a policeman, Kim throws Rae’s name around and the policeman suddenly changes his approach and suggests that they are seen by a doctor at the hospital. Kim insists on being taken to Riverside. The bar punks tell the policeman that Kim was asking for it. Jack gets angry because he doesn’t want to discuss the fact that he was attracted to his wife’s sister and isn’t proud of the way he handled Mary’s success in her career. He tells Siobhan to let it go. Siobhan tells Jack that if she can’t discuss her feelings with Jack, then who. The doctor on staff at Riverside tells Michael that he will be fine and Kim will have some black eye. The policeman suggests to Michael that he press charges, but Michael refuses. Adam Cohen checks in on them. Lily and Roger talk in the car, after their dinner at the Crystal Palace. Lily guesses that Roger is still in love with Delia and Roger admits that he is, and he’s angry that he feels that way. Lily tells Roger that if he ever changes his mind about Delia, to give her a call. Knowing that Seneca is watching, Kim fawns all over Michael. Seneca questions the doctor who examined them and finds out that they will be fine. Seneca starts to fantasize about reuniting with Kim. Adam tells Kim that Seneca was concerned about her, which pleases Kim.

June 1980 Daily Recaps

Episode 1277 Monday, June 2 1980 Friday, January 8, 2010

Barry confirms Ken’s appearance in Denver that night. Ken thanks Barry for being a great manager. Ken is headed over to see Jill about going to Denver with him as his legal advisor, and wants Barry to wish him luck. Even though it might put him in a bad spot with his family, Barry does. Barry tells Ken that things didn’t work out as he expected with Delia and he is about to embark on an “embarrassing, ancient ploy”. He calls Lily and tells her that he met her the night before at the Crystal Palace, and he thought she was fascinating. Lily tells him she’s decided that she doesn’t want to fascinating, just average. Barry invites her to have lunch at Ryan’s and she accepts. When Frank asks Jill if she will be available at 4:00 that day to see a condominium, she guarantees that she will be there. Rae is alarmed by Kim’s black eye, but tells Kim that she won’t call Seneca. Kim tells there is no need to, Seneca already knows. She recounts the whole evening to Rae and admits that she may have “unconsciously” flirted with the punks. Rae is appalled at the measures to which Kim will go and when Kim leaves the room, she picks up the phone to call Seneca. Kim smugly listens to Rae as she makes the call. Barry and Lily meet at Ryan’s. When Barry mentions to Lily that he’s in the music business, she forgets all about being “average” and whips out a song that she wrote. Utilizing Kevin as back-up, she proceeds to sing her bizarre song, “We’ve Got a Stormy Kind of Love”, as Barry looks on incredulously. When Delia comes into the bar sees him with Lily, Barry realizes that his ploy has worked because Delia goes into the kitchen and starts banging pots and pans. Barry follows her into the kitchen and finds that Delia is obviously jealous and is furious with him because he has betrayed her with Lily. She tells him that “friends don’t go out with other friends enemies” and now their friendship is over, because she trusted him. Barry apologizes to her and admits his scheme to her. He acknowledges that it was a ridiculous thing to do, but that is how much she means to him. When Lily comes into the kitchen, Delia tells Barry goodbye and storms upstairs. Ken tells Jill that he needs her legal services in Denver that night. Despite the fact that she has an appointment to see a house with Frank, Ken manages to convince Jill to go to Denver with him.

Episode 1278 Tuesday, June 3, 1980 Monday, January 11, 2010

Jill excitedly prepares for her trip to Denver. Frank comes home and can’t believe that she has to leave on such short notice. Jill reminds him that Ken is paying her a large amount of money, and part of that will entail being at his beck and call for legal purposes. She apologizes about missing the appointment to see the condo, but Frank tells her they can see it tomorrow at the same time. She invites Frank to come along, since they will be traveling in Ken’s private jet, but Frank declines, much to Jill’s relief. They remember that they were supposed to have dinner with Faith that night, and Jill asks Frank to still go without her. Frank tells Jill that if she finds out that Ken is a nut, it’s okay to just come home. They don’t really need the money. Jill leaves and Frank has a concerned look on his face. Things are awkward between Jack and Siobhan, due to the previous night’s conversation about Mary and Joe. Jack tells Siobhan that he’s okay about it, and Siobhan is relieved and tells Jack that they didn’t have a triangle, they both had marriages and apologizes for invading his privacy. She promises it won’t happen again. She then surprises him with an antipasto platter delivered from an Italian restaurant. Jack is thrilled. Jill enjoys her ride on Ken’s plane. He tells her about the close relationship he had with his father who was killed in Viet Nam and his mother who died young of kidney disease. Jill tells Ken that she was adopted, and then has an emotional moment. He guesses, correctly, that she doesn’t tell too many people that. He ask Jill if Frank was upset that he called so late and Jill tells him that they both were. She asks him why he did it and he admits that she was on his mind, and he wanted him to be on hers. Jack and Siobhan share the antipasto and when Jack recounts a funny incident involving Mary, he gets introspective. Siobhan tells him that Mary will always be with them. He confesses that there is a voice inside him that tells him he wants Mary back and the voice never stops. Jill watches Ken perform from backstage in Denver. The audience goes wild for him and Jill is impressed. Ken declines the after show party and he tells Jill that he would rather be alone with her.

Episode 1279 Wednesday, June 4, 1980 Monday, January 11, 2010

Ken brings Jill back to her suite, where he has arranged a feast. Watching as Jill devours the chocolate, Ken realizes she is passionate about chocolate and asks her what else makes her passionate. When she raves about his performance, noting that he had the audience in the palm of his hand, he asks her if he was in the palm of her hand. She admits she was. Faith, Bob and Frank are in a jovial mood at Faith’s after a fun night at the movies. Bob leaves to go to the Crystal Palace, but Frank stays behind at Faith’s insistence. Faith wants to know what is going on with Jill and the “Rock Star” and why did Jill have to go to Denver. They discuss Jill’s apprehension about marriage, and how Frank is house hunting all alone. Faith asks if Frank is jealous of Ken, but Frank isn’t worried. He is sure that things will work out. Ken and Jill grow closer while talking about his performance. He mentions the “unspoken words in the air”. Ken tells Jill that he knows that they both want to make love to each other. She doesn’t answer. Delia is up in the middle of the night and Maeve checks on her. Delia tells Maeve that she is upset about the “trollop” that Roger brought to the Crystal Palace, and now that trollop is seeing Barry. Delia asks Maeve why can’t she have one meaningful relationship with a man that doesn’t end up in bed. She’s trying to do the right thing and she just feels awful. Maeve comforts her. Siobhan and Jack are quietly putting their puzzle together, each lost in their own thoughts about each other. Siobhan wants someone to hold her and tell her that everything will be all right, and she wants that person to be Jack. Jack thinks about Siobhan and how things could get out of hand if they got involved. Jill tells Ken she doesn’t like being told what she wants. He amends it by saying he wants to make love to her. She tells him they will not be doing that, although it’s a very nice thought, and how she could be tempted because she knows that there is something between them. She tells him she is going to marry Frank. When Ken asks her how she felt breaking the appointment to see the condo, she tells him she felt relieved. He tells her he’s had a beautiful evening and goes to leave. He kisses her and she responds to the kiss, passionately.

Episode 1280 Thursday, June 5, 1980 Tuesday, January 12, 2010

Rae begs Seneca to talk to Kim to stop her self destructive tactics in Kim’s effort to win Seneca back. Seneca refuses, but Rae tells that Kim is home alone and will be all afternoon. Jill and Ken breakfast with Phil Measure, the concert promoter in Denver. Jill cleverly uses her charm and legal expertise to get Ken out of the two scheduled concert dates in Denver. Phil is not pleased, but impressed with Jill and tells Ken he is in very good hands. After Phil leaves, Ken asks Jill to extend her stay and go hiking in the mountains with him. In the Ryan kitchen, Barry talks with Maeve about Delia. Maeve is chilly with Barry, because she knows that he upset Delia. Barry confesses to Maeve that he’s crazy about Delia and didn’t know she’d be so hurt by his juvenile scheme to make her jealous. He tells Maeve that he didn’t casually proposition Delia, he really cares about her. Barry asks Maeve advice on the best approach to gain Delia’s forgiveness. Maeve tells him it shouldn’t be too hard, just a simple gesture will make Delia happy. After Maeve leaves the kitchen, Barry calls a sleeping Lily and invites her to meet him at the bar of his hotel later that day. She accepts. Seneca goes to see Kim and tells her that he’s worried about her and the harm she is doing to herself with Michael. She wonders if he’s jealous, but he denies it. She tells him that if she thought that there was the slightest chance that Seneca still loved her, she would drop Michael. When Seneca admits that Rae asked him to stop by and talk to her, Kim tells him to leave. She also adds, that she might make a career of starting bar fights and getting into trouble. She tells him to mind his own business. He leaves. Jill tells Ken, no. She has family and commitments and can’t go to the mountains with him. He reminds her about the appointment to see the condo with Frank and tells her that she’s scared. She gets angry about being analyzed and asks him if he thinks she’s afraid because of the kiss the night before. Ken responds that that the kiss meant so much to each of them. Frank calls and tells Jill that everyone misses her. She tells him she will be back that night and that she loves him. After she hangs up, Ken tells her that the mountains aren’t going anywhere.

Episode 1281 Friday, June 6, 1980 Tuesday, January 12, 2010

A depressed Delia arrives at the Crystal Palace and is greeted by Bob and Michael. They note her melancholy and Bob tells her that there is a delivery in her office that might cheer her up. She goes to her office to and finds it filled with balloons inscribed “Delia, Please Forgive Me, Love Barry”. Barry stands behind her to surprise her. When Michael tries to get Bob’s advice on what women want, Bob tells him that he is the wrong person to ask. Kim comes to the Crystal Place, and tells Michael despite what happened she had a fascinating evening the night before. She just wanted to get to know him better and that she doesn’t care about her mother. Michael makes her a martini and she decides she’s going to stay until he gets off duty. She knows Delia won’t mind because she’s a paying customer. Delia is delighted with the balloons and forgives Barry. Delia admits to him that she was jealous because she has feelings for him. But she’s still not ready to have an affair. Barry tells her there is no pressure. Barry gets a phone call from Lily, who is waiting for him. Barry tells Delia that “duty calls” and leaves. Michael brings a drunken Kim home to Rae’s. After Kim passes out on the couch, Rae berates Michael for letting Kim get so drunk. Michael explains that he was working and she was a paying customer. He also suspects that she may have had a few drinks before she got there. Rae brings Michael out to the terrace to talk. Rae tells Michael that Kim has problems and if he’s really concerned about her, he should stay away from her. Michael accuses Rae of thinking he’s not good enough for Kim. But Rae tells Michael, Kim is not good enough for him because Kim’s exploiting and using him to get Seneca’s attention. Michael tells Rae that Kim was honest with him about the Seneca situation. Rae warns Michael that Kim will get anything she wants by lying, cheating and manipulation and if she goes down, she’ll take him with her. Barry and Lily are in bed. Barry can’t believe that Lily doesn’t mind that he is also interested in Delia. Barry tells Lily about his “fatal flaw”, as some people have called it. He has the ability to love two women at the same time. Truly, madly, deeply. He’s crazy about Delia, but then when he saw Lily he thought: “I’d like that one, too”. Most women don’t seem to understand that, Barry tells her. He just likes to make everyone happy. He goes on to say that he can’t change it, and he doesn’t even want to try!

Episode 1282 Monday, June 9, 1980 Wednesday, January 13, 2010

A euphoric Jill and Ken return home to Jill’s and find that Frank is not home. Jill thanks Ken for an incredible time. She tells him she’s glad that no one is home because she needs some time alone to prepare for her re-entry into the real world. Ken gives her a kiss and looks longingly at her. He then say that there is not enough time. Puzzled, she asks him “enough time for what?” He recovers and says “until Frank gets home”. Meanwhile Frank, Faith and Little John are at Greenberg’s Deli celebrating Little John’s recovery over banana splits. Faith order a elaborate sundae and explains that she normally doesn’t allow her self such a treat, but she’s decided recently, that she’s going to be better to herself. She tells Frank that she is doing well and not drinking and she realizes that she has the time and the money to treat herself, and recently bought a whole new wardrobe. Faith thanks Frank for caring and asks him about the status of the New York divorce. Frank tells her it’s on the calendar for the last week in July, but he’s trying to get it moved up. Jack and Siobhan go through a box of books that have been delivered to them, and Jack finds a copy of the poems of William Butler Yeats. He reminisces about Mary and their second honeymoon in Ireland. Jack tells Siobhan that he doesn’t know how to hold on to Mary and let her go at the same time. Siobhan asks him if he will ever let anyone else get close to him again and he tells her he hopes so. Barry thanks Lily for a lovely evening and tells her that she is unique. Ken stops by Barry’s hotel room and meets Lily. After she leaves, Ken tells Barry that Denver was the best trip he’s had in years and that Jillian is even more special than he thought. He tells Barry that wherever he is going, he is going to be with her. Barry replies that “maybe under the circumstances, you’re not being completely objective”. Ken replies that under the circumstances, how could he be. Ken asks Barry what he is doing with Lily when Delia has everything that Barry wants as well as being able to support him in the style to which he’s become accustomed. Barry tells him that he loves them both, in different ways, of course. Ken tells him that he’s “doing it again”. Barry wonder if Ken and Jill went to bed, and Ken replies, not yet. Frank comes home and finds Jill in high spirits. She excitedly tells him about her wonderful time, brilliant law work and how completely different Ken is in front of an audience. She asks how things were at home and is told that she was missed. After Frank and Jill kiss, Jill looks pensive.

Episode 1283 Tuesday, June 10, 1980 Wednesday, January 13, 2010

While Kim nurses a wicked hangover, Rae tells her that Seneca doesn’t know about her “most recent excursion into self destruction”, and he’s not going to find out about it from Rae. Roger arrives and advises Kim to drink plenty of water, take aspirin and get some more sleep. Kim complies. Mrs. Pavel tells Michael that she doesn’t like him working in the city and he tells her it’s better than working for Tiso. He promises to be home early because Kim will be in no shape to go out again and she tells him that’s a fine reason to come home early. Barry is at the Ryan’s meeting Finn with Johnny and Kevin. Kevin mentions a house of Riverside Drive that is up for sale and would be perfect for Jill and Frank. Johnny tells Barry that Frank and Jill haven’t been able to set a wedding date yet, because Barry’s “singer friend” is keeping Jill so busy. Delia joins them and Barry mentions that he’s looking for an apartment in the neighborhood. Kevin suggests Tom Desmond’s old apartment. Delia can’t believe that Faith has hung on to it and thinks that Faith should move on. Like she has. Barry invites Delia to come with him and look at the apartment. She tells him it would be nice to have him living around the corner. Rae tells Roger about Kim’s recent attempts at getting Seneca’s attention. She admits that she actually likes Michael because he’s a nice young man who is saving money to go to college. Roger questions whether Michael knows that Kim is using him. Roger suggests that Rae offer to send Michael to college, on the condition that he doesn’t see Kim anymore. Rae thinks it’s a brilliant idea and intends to make Michael an offer he can’t refuse. Roger cautions him about telling Michael directly, for fear of offending him. He suggests that Rae should make the offer to his mother. Barry loves Tom’s apartment and discloses to Delia that he’s lived on the road most of his life and has never really had a place of his own. Except for a brief time in Chicago with a girl named Katherine. Delia asks why he never married her, and Barry responds, she never asked. Delia tells Barry that as soon as she’d gotten married in the past, her husbands have fallen out of love with her. Barry tells her that if he fell in love with her, he’d never stop. With that, he warns her that he’s about to break a promise and he kisses her. The kiss has an effect on Delia. Rae visits Mrs. Pavel. She informs her that Michael is having a love affair with Kim and it’s more serious on Michael’s side than Kim’s. Rae gives Mrs. Pavel the sordid details of Kim’s machinations and tells her that Kim is just using Michael. Rae asks Mrs. Pavel to inform Michael about this, but Mrs. Pavel doesn’t want to be the one to tell to Michael. Rae makes her offer to Mrs. Pavel. If Michael agrees not to see Kim anymore, Rae will pay for Michael’s college and all expenses. Rae leaves Mrs. Pavel with a $5000 check as good faith. Mrs. Pavel agrees to speak to Michael and hopes for the best. Rae is willing to see Michael through to being a CPA, if he wants. Mrs. Pavel would be so proud of him, if that were the case. Rae tells Mrs. Pavel she hopes Michael will accept her offer, because, one way or another, she will stop Michael from seeing her daughter.

Episode 1284 Wednesday, June 11, 1980 Thursday, January 14, 2010

Michael reacts badly when Mrs. Pavel tells him that Rae came to see her. Rae informed Mrs. Pavel about Kim’s troubled past and the fact that Kim is only using Michael to make Seneca jealous. She tells Michael of Rae’s offer to put him through college, if he agrees to stop seeing Kim. Jack is haunted by reminiscences of Mary that, at first, make him smile then get misty eyed. Siobhan comes to see him and notes his emotion, but says nothing about it. She wants to clear the air with Jack. She tells him that he is her best friend and that she loves him and trusts him. She apologizes for bringing up him and Mary and just want Jack’s friendship back. Barry tells Ken he’s elated because he kissed Delia and she kissed him back. When Ken inquires about Lily, Barry tells him that he really loves Delia, but its like a walking a tightrope and Lily is security. Barry lets Ken know that he found an apartment in Riverside. Ken reacts with slight dismay, but Barry assures him that he will always be there for him. They discuss Ken’s appearance on a telethon for the National Kidney Foundation and Ken asks Barry if he should bring his lawyer with him. Barry encourages him to, by all means bring Jill. Ken starts to work on writing a song using the name Jillian. Michael tells his mother that he’s not for sale and she reminds him that they have no money for college and Rae is very wealthy and won’t miss it. Michael tells Mrs. Pavel that he loves Kim and Rae barely acknowledged her existence until recently. Mrs. Pavel wonders if there is any truth in Kim’s feelings for “the doctor” and Michael should be thinking about what he would be giving up in comparison to what he’d be getting. Michael tells her that he is going to find out for sure if Kim is indeed using him. Jack tells Siobhan that he will tell her everything, Siobhan is grateful because they have been walking on eggshells with each other. He tells her that he draws back from her, to avoid the alternative. He realizes that Siobhan wants to be close to him, and he wants that too, because there was such a level of understanding between them and so many close ties. He admits that if he kissed her, they would end up in bed. Siobhan protests that that is not what she wants. Jack tells her that they both want that, but it would be a bad choice. Siobhan tells him that she didn’t want to talk about that, what she wanted was to talk about their friendship. Friendship without emotional intimacy. She wants to leave, but Jack is not finished. He tells her that Mary is very close to him right now. Probably because all of the questions have been answered. There is nothing to do but remember. He misses Mary and can not put Siobhan in her place. All he wants to do is go home and raise Ryan the way Mary and he decided to. He tells Siobhan that this conversation is not a rejection of her. Siobhan is upset and responds that the conversation was more than she bargained for, and runs out of the room.

Episode 1285 Thursday, June 12, 1980 Thursday, January 14, 2010

Frank and Jill return to the office after seeing the condo. They tell Georgia that is was too small and too expensive. Frank is disappointed and Jill is relieved. Relieved, because she was afraid that Frank liked and she hated it. Ken stops in and asks Jill if she’s available to accompany him to a taping for the National Kidney Foundation telethon and look over the contract. He tells her that she is welcome to stay and watch the taping. Jill checks her schedule and Frank agrees to cover for her. Ken asks Frank if he would like to come along, but Frank declines.. A star struck Georgia asks Ken for his autograph, much to the amusement of Frank. Michael goes to see Seneca. He asks Seneca how he feels about Kim, and Seneca tells him that it is none of his business. Michael admits that everyone has been telling him that Kim is only using him and Seneca confirms it. Michael wants to find out if the scenario that Kim painted for him was true. He relates to Seneca that Kim told him that Seneca had led her on and made a lot of promises to her, then he dumped her. That’s why she went a little crazy and pretended to be pregnant. Seneca tells Michael that whoever told him that is lying. Seneca tells Michael the truth. That he resisted Kim and first, and didn’t want to marry her because it wouldn’t be fair to her in the long run, so Kim faked the pregnancy because she was determined to marry him and still is. A disheartened Michael leaves. Roger comes in and asks Seneca what is going on. Frank and Johnny are in the Ryan kitchen and Frank unloads on Johnny. He tells him that he tired of waiting. Tired of waiting to get married, tired of waiting for Little John to come and live with them and tired of waiting to get back into politics. Johnny knows that he misses politics. Frank tells Johnny that even though he and Jill are happy and together, he feels that Jill is resisting again, maybe for the same old reasons. It’s like he’s waiting around to marry her, and she’s waiting for something else. Jill arrives at the studio and speaks with Barry. She tells him that she knows that Ken talks to him and she would like to clarify a few things about Ken. She wants Ken to understand where she is at with Frank and what Ken’s place is in her life. She thinks that Ken is a good man and she would like to be his friend and his attorney. She apologizes for putting Barry in the middle. Barry understands, and says that Ken will, too. Ken arrives a little late, looking a little under the weather, but quickly pulls himself together. Seneca tells Roger that he told Michael the truth. Roger tells Seneca to let it go, but Seneca can’t. He feels that Kim is on a path of self destruction and he is powerless to stop it. He wants to stop it and Kim knows that. Seneca berates himself for still loving Kim after everything he’s seen, but he does and he still wants her back. Ken apologizes to everyone for being late and says that he “got hung up on an interview”. Barry catches on to Ken’s excuse and asks him how it went. Ken tells him that they will have to wait and see. They start the taping and Jill is moved to tears with Ken’s singing of “I’d Rather Leave While I’m In Love”. After the taping the technician notes that Ken looked a little pale and Barry covers for him. They look around for Ken, but he’s disappeared. Jill ask Barry if he’s sure that nothing is wrong with Ken, and Barry assures her that he will be back in a minute.

Episode 1286 Friday, June 13, 1980 Friday, January 15, 2010

At the TV studio, everyone is in a panic because Ken has disappeared. Barry tries to placate the station manager. Michael goes to Rae’s to see Kim and finds that she is not home. He insists on waiting for her. When Rae asks him about her offer, he tells her that he is not someone she can buy. Rae justifies her offer by saying that it’s best for Kim that he leave her, and he is entitled to be compensated for his trouble. Michael doesn’t believe it when Rae tells him that Kim doesn’t love him and is only using him to get to Seneca. She tells him that “you can’t force someone to love you”, and if he really loves Kim, he’ll accept her offer. Kim arrives home from her audition. Jack gives Siobhan the good news that there is a possibility of their going home soon. He thanks her for their talk and hopes that he didn’t hurt her, then sees that he has. She admits that she was hurt, but it was the right thing. He tells her that she is still his friend and that he loves her. She is uncomfortable, but Jack wants to settle things between them. Siobhan accepts the blame for bringing up their friendship without emotional intimacy in the first place and knows that she needed to have that conversation with Jack. Faith and Frank are having fun with Little John at Ryan’s. Jill comes in and Frank asks where the “star” is. Jill tells him that he seems to have disappeared. Bob comes to Ryan’s and Faith persuades him to join her for lunch. Barry arrives with the news that Ken has a stomach virus, which is why he left so suddenly. He’s holed up back at his hotel to recuperate. Jill speculates that they might be liable for breach of contract, and remembers that Ken has the contract. She wonders if she should go over to his hotel and get it from him. Rae excuses herself to leave Michael and Kim alone, and subtly lets Michael know that her offer still stands. Michael tells Kim that he’s really crazy about her and she tells him the feeling is mutual. Michael then asks Kim to marry him. She is flustered at the question and tells him she can’t. He doesn’t understand why not, if they love each other and there should be some kind of commitment. After she makes a few weak excuses, Michel tells her that they have to stop seeing each other, and that everyone was right about her. She is puzzled by that statement and is distressed when Michael walks out the door.

Episode 1287 Monday, June 16, 1980 Friday, January 15, 2010

Jill tries to track down Ken on the phone, to no avail. She explains to Johnny that she has to find out if they are liable for breach of contract. When Johnny chalks up Ken’s flakiness to being a flighty star on an ego trip, Jill defends Ken by saying he’s not like that and in face, quite sensitive. Jill decides to go to the hotel in person and tells Johnny’s to relay the message to Frank that she’s sorry she missed him at lunch. Delia helps Barry move into his new apartment. She surprises him with a picnic lunch as a housewarming gift. Delia toasts Barry and hopes that he “may he find everything he dreams about”. Barry tells her that he thinks that he already has and that he’s very close to finding the woman of his dreams. Someone smart, beautiful, exciting and magical. He goes on to say (lie) that long term monogamy has always been a dream. Delia idealizes Maeve and Johnny’s marriage as perfect and Barry shares a little about his parents marriage. He goes into the bedroom to get picture of them and calls Delia in. Delia is touched by the picture and Barry shuts the bedroom door. Jill goes to Ken’s hotel and convinces the hotel manager to use his pass key to check on Ken, who is not answering his phone or door. When Bob tells Faith that he seems to have lost his taste for alcohol, working at the Crystal Palace, Faith confesses that she’s having a rough time not drinking. She’s subject to mood swings and feels on edge. She is also worried about Jill and Frank, but knows she has to take care of herself right now, and do things that please her. She asks Bob what he is doing for the rest of the afternoon. Delia is disappointed in Barry because he said he wouldn’t pressure her. He kisses her and she tells him that she can’t get involved right now. Barry reminds her that something wonderful is happening between them and she should let it happen. She tells him she can’t, and she’s sorry that she led him on. Barry tells her he understands, but it hurts and he is still her friend. After she leaves, Barry calls Lily and asks her to come over and share his lunch. She tells him she’ll be right over. Bob is surprised at Faith’s invitation to spend the afternoon together. Faith tells him that AA has taught her that she has to be good to herself. Relax and do the things that make her happy. She doesn’t go to the meetings because she’s not a joiner, but she understands the theory of AA, and feels that she can do it on her own. Bob encourages her to go to the meetings. Faith tells him to stop being so “uncle-ish” with her and asks him if he likes her. He does, very much, and she tells him she likes him, too. The hotel manager tells Jill that Ken isn’t in his room and suggests that he might be in the hospital, since he’s sick. Delia complains to Johnny about her situation with Barry. Johnny reminds Delia that she’s a pretty girl and Barry can’t help being attracted to her. Delia wonders if she should go back over to Barry’s and apologize.

Episode 1288 Tuesday, June 17, 1980 Monday, January 18, 2010

Kim tells Rae she can’t believe that Michael walked out on her after she refused his marriage proposal. She notes that Rae spent some time alone with Michael before she came home, and asks Rae if she had anything to do with it, since she and Michael have never talked about marriage before. Rae denies and tells Kim that the idea of marriage may have come from Michael’s mother, since he is from a very traditional family. Rae offers her sympathy to Kim when Kim proclaims that she really liked Michael. When Kim goes to her room, Rae calls Roger to invite him to dinner to thank him for his brilliant plan and celebrate their victory. Lily arrives at Barry’s for lunch, they chat for awhile before Lily bursts out that she wants to go to bed with Barry right away, and that lunch can wait. Delia paces the kitchen at Ryan’s, outlining her dilemma with Barry, making Johnny nervous. She realizes Barry is her best friend in the world and she always keeps him at arms length. She proclaims that no one is as nice to her as Barry and you can’t walk out on a “forever friend”. She decides to apologize to Barry and hopes it’s not too late. Faith and Bob are in Faith’s kitchen making chopped liver. Faith tells Bob that she wants to be self indulgent for the first time in her life and do new, fun and different things. She wants to see things and meet people like it’s for the first time. Bob tells her it’s nice meeting her. He tells her the past few months have been great, and then are interrupted by a visit from Jill. Bob leaves to go to the Crystal Palace and Jill tells Faith she’s worried about Ken. When Faith asks “why”, Jill tells her because Ken is her client, and now she can’t reach Barry. Faith tells Jill that Barry is subletting Tom’s apartment and Jill calls over there and finds the line is busy. Jill decides to go there in person. Faith asks Jill why she is getting so upset about all this, and Jill replies “he’s my client”. Faith states “and that’s all”. Jill tells her “of course”. Roger arrives at Rae’s and inquires as to Kim’s whereabouts. Rae tells her that the “bad seed” is locked in her room. As they congratulate themselves about their plan to buy Michael having worked, Kim overhears. After they leave, Kim looks though Rae’s checkbook and finds the record of a check made out to MP. After making love, Barry and Lily talk. Barry is amazed that Lily isn’t upset or jealous of his need for two women. Lily thinks that it’s a beautiful thing, and Barry tells her he’s been waiting for a girl like her all his life. Lily realizes that Barry really does like her. They kiss and hear the doorbell. Barry is expecting tapes from the studio and is stunned to find Delia at his door. Delia tells him she made a big mistake earlier and asks if she can she come in.

Episode 1289 Wednesday, June 18, 1980 Monday, January 18, 2010

Barry is flabbergasted to see Delia at his front door and knowing that Lily is in his bed, feigns illness to keep her from coming in. Delia wants to take care of him and apologizes to Barry for rejecting him earlier. She tells him she loves him and she trusts him, and proclaims that love is the greatest thing in the world. Lily overhears and tries to hide. Delia asks if Barry is mad at her, and he tells her he’s crazy about her but her timing is lousy. She realizes that he’s sick and insists that he go right back to bed. Barry frantically tries to keep Delia out of the bedroom and tells her that he adores her, but it would give him peace of mind if she would leave so as not to catch his illness. Delia is intent on taking care of him, when the doorbell rings and Jill arrives. Detective Martin tells Jack and Siobhan that he has it on good authority that the official word is that Joe killed Tiso because Tiso wouldn’t let Joe leave the business, and Joe was killed by Tiso’s men in retaliation. Jack tries to comfort Siobhan with the knowledge that Joe took responsibility for Tiso’s death to keep Jack and Siobhan out of danger. Detective Martin tells them they are free to leave, as long as they keep quiet about the real facts of Tiso’s death. Siobhan ask the detective to find out hat he can about what happened to Joe’s body. Siobhan tells Jack that she, Maeve and Jack were right about Joe, in the long run, he made the choice to protect them. Jack tells her to hang on to the fact that Joe loved her, and Jack is still her friend. She tells him likewise. Jill apologizes for the intrusion and tells Barry she’s worried about Ken. She went to the hotel and Ken wasn’t there. Barry tells Jill that they will go back to the hotel, although Delia protests out of concern for Barry’s illness. Barry goes into the bedroom and looks for Lily. Lily is impressed with Barry’s control under the circumstances and tells him he’s wonderful. He hastily scrawls a note, which he tells Lily is “a note for the teacher” and Lily promises to keep under wraps and let herself out. Delia snidely notes that Jill has been spending a lot of time with Ken George Jones and inquires about Frank. Jill counters with her note that Delia has been spending a lot of time with Barry and how is Roger. When Delia answers “mean”, Jill tells her “maybe he’s just enlightened”. Delia objects and they decide it’s best if they don’t talk to each other. Barry comes back and rushes them out. He’ll drop Delia at the Crystal Palace on the way to the hotel with Jill. Jack suggests that Siobhan call Maeve and tell her that they are on their way home. Maeve is delighted to hear the good news from Siobhan, but senses something is wrong. Maeve speaks to Jack and asks her if Siobhan is all right. Jack tells her that Siobhan is sad and it will take some time. Maeve tells Johnny the good news and Johnny tells Maeve that Frank is looking at a house on Riverside Drive. He expresses his concern that Jill is out trying to locate her client instead of being with Frank, and that Frank has been very patient with Jill. Maeve tells Johnny that “our children are what we give them”, and remembers that the Ed and Judith Coleridge had a dull, boring and lifeless marriage and thinks that maybe Jill, Roger and Faith have suffered because of it. At Ken’s hotel room with Jill, Barry slides a note under the piano and pretends to find it. He tells Jill that that is a little system that he and Ken have worked out. He tells Jill that Ken is recuperating at the East Side Pavilion. He explains it as the Ritz Hotel with doctors. Jill is satisfied with that explanation and can’t believe how relieved she feels. Barry tells her it’s easy to care about Ken and extols Ken’s virtues to Jill. Jill notes that Barry would do anything for Ken and Barry tells her he’s his best friend he ever had. Jill wonders how Ken picked her to work for him, and Barry tells her that Ken fell in love with her, in the cosmic sense. Jill admits to Barry that she fell in love with Ken, in the cosmic sense, of course. After Jill leaves Barry wishes aloud that Ken had met Jill 5 years ago. He picks up the phone to call Ken, but Ken isn’t able to come to the phone. Discouraged and sad, he tells the hospital that he will try back in an hour.

Episode 1290 Thursday, June 19, 1980 Tuesday, January 19, 2010

Kim looks at Rae’s check book and confirms that Rae wrote a check to MP for $5000, 1st installment. She deduces that it was given to Michael, and is furious. Mrs. Pavel is excited about the check and outlines for Michael how much easier things will be for him to go to school. Michael is unhappy that he has to give Kim up, and Mrs. Pavel tells him that time will heal the wounds. Jill is on the phone with Barry and finds out that Ken is okay and out of the hospital. Frank arrives and asks her if she can clear her morning schedule. He has a house he would like her to see. She instantly agrees and then Frank tells her he would like to stop by and see Father McShane. She pauses momentarily before she tells him she would be happy to go with him and promises to marry him anywhere, anytime. When he tells her he knows that she is still afraid of marriage, on some level, but she’s working her way through it, she tells him that when he says things like that he reminds her of Seneca. Jill then wonders if there was something about her parents marriage that may have turned her off to the idea. They decide to go see Father McShane right away. Jill tells Frank that nothing will stop them now. Ken comes to their office and asks Georgia if Jill is in. Michael tells his mother how he fell in love with Kim because she is so different. Mrs. Pavel tells Michael that rich girls don’t marry boys like him, and she was only using him. Michael surmises that his mother doesn’t want him involved with any girl and insists that Kim loved him at least a little bit. Mrs. Pavel tells Michael that the check is a chance for a wonderful future and begs him not to let that go. Kim telephones Michael and asks to see him. She will come to Sheepshead Bay. Michael agrees, much to his mother’s chagrin, and he reminds her that he hasn’t cashed the check yet. Georgia whips out yet another record album for Ken to autograph. Georgia announces Ken and Jill is delighted to see him and tells him she was worried about him. Franks asks what was wrong and Ken tells him he had a 24 hour bug, but he’s fine now. Ken ask Jill if she would like to join him for breakfast with Mick and the Stones. Jill is about to accept and then she remembers her appointments. She declines the offer and tells Ken she has to look at a house and see Father McShane for prenuptial counseling. Frank lets her off the hook, but she is adamant, she’s canceled enough appointments already. After Ken leaves, Frank thanks her and she tells him not to because they want the same things. Mrs. Pavel and Michael anxiously wait for Kim’s arrival. After she meets Kim, Mrs. Pavel excuses herself. Once alone, Kim tells Michael she knows the reason he can’t see her anymore and she knows about the check. Michael tells her he only took the check because he didn’t think there was any hope for a future with Kim, and would give it up if there was. Kim encourages Michael to keep the check and tells him she’s mad at her mother, not him. She asks Michael not to say anything to Rae and wonders what else Rae has done to her behind her back.

Episode 1291 Friday, June 20, 1980 Tuesday, January 19, 2010

Kim catches Rae on her way out to have lunch with Roger at Lem’s. Kim insists that Rae bring Roger back after lunch. She needs to speak to them both. Rae is puzzled, and tells Kim she’ll see if Roger is available. Kim stresses that it’s important. Ken comes into Ryan’s and meets Maeve and Little John. Little John asks him to sing. Ken sings an Irish tune and invites Maeve to join him in song. She does, then Johnny gets in on the act. They are having a rousing good time and are observed by Jill. Over lunch Rae is distressed over Kim. She knows that Kim is angry about something, but can’t figure out what. She wonders if Kim found out about her and Roger’s machinations, and relays her fear to Roger. Roger tells her to assume the worst, that Kim does know everything. The best plan of defense would be to lie. Lie, lie and keep lying. He tells to her to relax, because Kim is no match for them. Meanwhile, Kim writes a note and leaves it by the phone. Then she hides behind the curtains on the terrace. Barry surprises Delia with an invitation for an intimate dinner at his apartment for that evening. When she says that the next night would be better, he tells her it has to be that night because he’s going to London in the morning. She accepts. Jill tells Maeve and Johnny that the house they looked at was too expensive and that Father McShane seems to think that Frank is trying to hurry things along. So they are going to wait for the New York divorce to come through. Maeve is pleased that at least they have started making plans. Ken asks Jill if she would be able to accompany him to London to get him out of some contracts. When Frank arrives, Ken invites Frank to join them. Frank agrees to go. Rae and Roger read Kim’s note in which she says that she knows everything they did to keep her and Seneca apart and paying off Michael. She states that she will pay Rae back for this…in spades. Panicked, Rae wants to know if Roger told anyone else about their plan to have Jill overhear Kim at Lem’s, admitting that she was not really pregnant. Roger insists that he told no one. Rae knows that if Kim finds out the truth, she will go straight to Frank with the blackmail evidence. She wonders how Kim found out. Kim pops into the room from the terrace having heard the truth from Rae’s own mouth and tells Rae that she’s going to regret every single time she’s interfered with her life. “Regret, regret, regret”

Episode 1292 Monday, June 23, 1980 Wednesday, January 20, 2010

Kim comes from behind the screen and spitefully informs Rae and Roger that she set them up to find out the truth, and now she knows. Roger defends Rae and says that whatever Rae did was done in the best interest of Kim. Kim warns Roger to beware, that Rae is “mean” to her ex-lovers and Kim is going to make sure that Rae never hurts anyone else. Siobhan and Jack come home and Maeve brings Ryan out to Jack. Jack tells Maeve that they have Joe to thank for their safety because Tiso’s people think that it was Joe that killed Tiso and they had their revenge by killing Joe. Jack tells Maeve that it’s time to take Ryan back home because it’s what Mary would have wanted. Maeve is sad, but understands. When Jack tells Ryan they are going home to Weehawken Street, Ryan calls out “Mommy”, and Jack gently tells her that Mommy won’t be there. Siobhan tells Maeve that she’s glad that she’s home, but doesn’t think that she can stay. Rae re-reads the note and realizes that Kim didn’t know a thing about their plots and that she and Roger cooperated by talking about it. Rae begs Roger to take the blame with Kim, because otherwise she will go to prison, and questions how vindictive Kim will be and if she will really turn her in. Frank and Jill are packing for London and Frank wonders why Ken keeps canceling his appearances. He recalls that the last time that he was in a private jet, he was with Rae. He teasingly tells Jill she was worth it. They laugh and kiss as the doorbell rings. It’s Kim. She apologizes for bothering him at home but she has something important to give him. She hands him the blue folder with the documents that will clear his name. Siobhan tells Maeve that she needs to leave because there is too much sadness and she can’t reconcile the fact that she loved Joe, even though he was a part of the criminal life. She misses him and needs some quiet time to sort things out. She tells Maeve that one thing is certain, that she belongs in this family and this family belongs to her. She mentions that she might go down to Texas and visit Pat, which pleases Maeve. Frank realizes that the contents of the folder are the documents that caused his Senate resignation. Kim tells him that she will testify if he needs her to and that Rae is a hateful, evil person who deserves everything she gets. Frank reads the documents in disbelief that Rae was actually running the whole show. He berates himself for letting his ego get in the way of seeing it. Jill identifies the letter that was typed on her typewriter. They both realize just how evil Rae is. Frank vows that she will not get away with it. He tells Jill that he can’t join her in London because he is going to Washington. to clear his name. By the time she gets back everyone will know what Rae Woodard has done.

Episode 1293 Tuesday, June 24, 1980 Wednesday, January 20, 2010

Delia arrives at Barry’s apartment for dinner. He has pulled out the romantic stops with music and candles. Delia is a little nervous and Barry reassures her that he’s not out to seduce her, just have a lovely evening between friends. He knows that she has emotional scars from her previous relationships and understands her caution. Rae is waiting for Kim to come home. Kim walks through the door and is startled by the sight of an furious Rae. Kim smugly tells Rae that she gave the documents to Frank and Jill and Rae doesn’t believe her. She doesn’t think that Kim would be as stupid as to give up all the luxury and comforts that Rae has to offer. Kim tells her she hates Rae more that she loves the comforts. Rae tells Kim never to call her “mother” again, and that Kim lost her hold on Rae the moment she handed those papers over to Frank. She goes on to say that since Kim arrived a year ago, she has bent over backward trying to please her and give her everything she wanted and now, that is over. Kim will finally know loss. Kim protests that Rae took Seneca and Michael away from her. Kim pushes Rae too far, when she venomously spews that Rae never loved Frank. They edge towards the terrace, as Rae hisses to Kim that she can’t wait to get rid of her. Kim taunts Rae with the fact that if Rae wasn’t such a coward, she would have done it 18 years ago. Kim is against the balcony and looks down and sees the street below. Johnny is spending some quality time with Finn when Frank arrives. Frank tells Johnny he’s not going to London, he’s going to Washington, and hands Johnny the documents. Frank excitedly tells his father that has made all the calls and set everything up in DC. Johnny is thrilled for Frank. Frank is elated because he can finally walk down the street with his head held high, and he doesn’t care what happens to Rae. Frank tells Johnny to make sure Jack knows, and they go to wake up Maeve with the news. Thinking that Rae is going to push her off the balcony, Kim breaks away and screams at Rae that she hates her and never wants to see her again. Delia asks Barry about his “emotional scars”, since he knows so much about hers. She tells him she has the intuition that he’s been married and asks him to tell her about it. Barry spins a tale of his wife Susan, a farmers daughter that he met while working on a farm one summer. He fell in love with her when she came through the kitchen door with a little flour on her cheeks, from baking. Delia points out that it sounds exactly like Maeve and Johnny, and she’s sensitive to that because she’s so close to Maeve and her unconscious may have picked up on the connection. He tells Delia that “Susan” died in a plane crash at 19 and she was a few months pregnant. Delia hugs Barry who tells her that he hasn’t been in love since. Delia brings up Barry’s previously mentioned girlfriend, Katherine, and that startles Barry, who dismisses Katherine because “Suzanne” or “Susan” (as he called her) was supposed to be forever. Delia regrets that she didn’t grow up when she was supposed to, and Barry tells her that they grow up when their ready and he’s glad that they are both ready at the same time, as they head for the bedroom. An hysterical Kim arrives at Seneca’s claiming that Rae tried to kill her and begs him to let her stay on his couch. She tells him how Rae was responsible for Frank’s downfall and when Kim gave the evidence to Frank, Rae threatened to kill her and wished she had an abortion in the first place. She also tells him that Jill didn’t accidentally overhear her at Lem’s, it was all carefully arranged by Rae and Roger. Seneca tells Kim that Rae is not capable of murder. He gives her a drink to calm her down. After she is calm, he tells her she has to leave. They are not starting up again, he can’t be her protector, her father or her lover It was hard enough to make the break the first time. Forcefully, he guides her to the door, and puts her out in the hall. He closes the door as she cries and begs for him to let her in. As difficult as it is for him, he stands his ground. She sobs at the door.

Episode 1294 Wednesday, June 25, 1980 Thursday, January 21, 2010

Ken calls Jill to confirm their departure time. Jill tells Ken that Frank will not be joining them, because he just got the evidence that will clear his name. Ken said that he’s sorry he won’t have the chance to get to know Frank better. Frank is waiting to set up a meeting with the Senate Ethics Committee. The doorbell rings and when Frank opens it, he sees Rae standing at the door. She would like to come in. Frank tells Rae that Kim gave him all the evidence he needs, so she shouldn’t bother to deny it. She tells him she has no intention of denying it, but would like to explain to him why she did it. She did everything she did so that Frank could have everything he wanted. However wrong or inappropriate, it was outweighed by all the good things that ultimately would have happened. She goes on to say that she believed in him and she loved him. When he angrily tells her that she was pulling all the strings, and that he trusted her and maybe loved her, she defends herself by saying that he knew what she was like, and that he let her do those things because it allowed him to keep his integrity. She got him into the Senate. Frank tells her that he would have gotten there eventually. She said he got there sooner, and she did it for them. For their future together, because she loved him. She got him there and she took it away for the same reason. She admits she went a little crazy and has regretted it ever since. Rae begs Frank for mercy. Frank tells her he will give the evidence to the SEC and ask for an immediate hearing. After that, it’s out of his hands. He tells her goodbye. She asks him to remember that she loved him. Barry tells Delia that waking up next to her was even better than he dreamed. When Delia dresses she finds a piece of lingerie that doesn’t belong to her. She demands to know who it belongs to. Barry is flustered for about 30 seconds before he smoothly launches into a tale that the lingerie was supposed to be a Christmas present for her, but the cleaning lady must have thrown out the box. She believes him. Ken calls Barry and tells him that Frank is not going to London, after all. Would Barry mind staying in New York, so that Ken could spend some time alone with Jill. Barry agrees. Seneca tells Roger that the next time he has information on him, to please tell him directly, and not plot behind his back. Roger apologizes and explains how his hands were tied because of Kim’s blackmail of Rae. Seneca tells him that Kim went to see him and told him everything. She is hurt, rejected and lost. He still wants her. Jack congratulates Frank on the good news. Jill leaves for London. Jack prepares to write his article about Frank’s vindication. He tells Frank that even though he works for Rae, he has free reign with his column. They both wish that Mary were alive to see this. On Ken’s private plane, Ken tells Jill that he’s excited about spending a few days with her alone and getting to know her better. He gives her the option to back out, since Frank is not going. She doesn’t take it. She tells him that she is going as his legal counsel, and that’s all.

Episode 1295 Thursday, June 26, 1980 Thursday, January 21, 2010

At Ryan’s Frank tells his family and Bob that he has a meeting the Senate Ethic Committee at 10:00 the next day. They speculate on what is going to happen to Rae, and Siobhan says that she knew all along that Rae was responsible. Frank tells them that after the meeting, Rae’s fate is out of his hands. Rae’s lawyers will have to handle it. Siobhan and Johnny have a moment alone before she leaves to visit Pat in San Antonio. She explains to him her need to take a fresh look at the people she loves and this trip is a good thing. Jill checks into her hotel room in London and finds that her room is adjoining with Ken’s! Faith rushes into the bar to congratulate Frank with a hug and a kiss, as a slightly jealous Bob looks on. Faith wonders how Jill could have gone to London when all this has happened for Frank. Frank tells her it’s okay, he encouraged her not to change her plans. Siobhan says her goodbyes to the family. Ken surprises Jill with a closet full of clothes, that he had a designer friend send over. Jill is amazed, but tells him no, because the clothes are a “sexual statement”. He says it’s just a present and that he has more money than he knows what to do with. She agrees to accept one outfit and will send the rest back. She’ll choose the most wonderful one and wear it when they meet for dinner that night. Jill thanks Ken for the wonderful time she’s having. In the kitchen at Ryan’s, Faith tells Maeve that she’s been shopping a lot and being very self-indulgent. She asks Maeve if Maeve has ever done anything totally self indulgent and is surprised by Maeve’s story of when she was a girl in Ireland. The moral of the story is that “a shared experience lasts a lot longer because you have someone to share it with”. Faith expresses her happiness for Frank and wishes that Jill were here, instead of London. She tells Maeve that she thinks that Frank and Jill are the most fortunate people in the world At dinner, Jill tells Ken he has a way of sharing his joy of things that is contagious. He tells her that it is all her, she’s an adventure. He takes her hand and tells her not to be afraid. She says she’s not, but she doesn’t know what he expects of her. He tells her not to plan and let it happen. “There is only one thing you need to understand about me. I don’t make plans. I can’t. I could be gone tomorrow. That the way I’ve always been. Here and now without promises or plans”. Then he tells her that he loves her.

Episode 1296 Friday, June 27, 1980 Friday, January 22, 2010

Jill and Ken are at dinner and Ken tells her that he wants to take her out on the terrace, look at the stars and kiss her, kiss her, kiss her. He tells her that what they have in London is separate from what she has with Frank. When she agrees to go on the terrace with him, he points out that there a photographer there. They go upstairs. Rae meets with her attorneys who imply, off the record, that she should leave the country to avoid prosecution. After they go, Roger arrives and comforts Rae. She tells him she doesn’t want to leave the country and be all alone, and ask Roger if he’d like to join her. She tells him that she never wants to see Kim again. When Roger asks her what she think will happen to her, she responds that it depends on how much blood Frank wants. The doorbell rings and Rae is served with a subpoena. The server has one for Kim, but Rae tells him she doesn’t know or care where Kim is. Roger urges Rae to speak to Frank. Rae goes to Ryan’s looking for Frank and is confronted by an livid Maeve, who tells her that Frank is already in Washington. Maeve is incensed that Rae has the gall to come looking for Frank after what she did to him, his career and his reputation. To her it’s tantamount to murder. Rae weakly protests that Frank’s jilting her was a form of murder, too. Maeve tells Rae that Frank never loved her. Rae gets angry and retorts that Frank did love her, it was Maeve who didn’t and that Maeve never accepted her because she wanted Jillian for Frank. Maeve tells her that jealousy and spite are all she knows and she pities Rae. Rae doesn’t want Maeve’s pity, because pity is a virtue and anger is a sin, and she saw Maeve’s anger. She goes on to say that her and Maeve are alike in a lot of ways, both powerful women and that is what Frank likes. Maeve tells Rae not to link herself to Maeve and asks her to leave. A tearful and furious Rae arrives back at her apartment and is comforted by Roger. She damns Frank Ryan and screams out that the only thing he lost that was worth anything, was her. Adam hands in his resignation to Seneca. Seneca is sad to see him go and he’s always welcome to come back to Riverside. A process server comes to Seneca’s office looking for Kim. Seneca calls Rae and tells her about it, and tells Rae that he doesn’t want to deal with Kim, because it’s too painful for him. Rae tells him she has her own problems and wants Kim out of her life, too. Up in Jill’s room, Ken toasts her. Jill says she’s still not 100% sure what is going on between them. When he asks her to list the people she loves, he is pleased to discover he had made the list. Jill tells him she wants to make love to him, but thinks about Frank. Ken tells her that there are some things that you just take for yourself. He tells her he loves her and wants to make her smile. Through her tears, she says she is smiling. He goes to leave and kisses her goodnight. She stops him and tells him not to go. They kiss passionately.

Episode 1297 Monday, June 30, 1980 Friday, January 22, 2010

Outside the SEC hearing room, Frank is greeted by several Senators going the hearing, who are looking forward to hearing the evidence. Bob tells Frank that Kim can’t be located, and they will have to get by without her testimony. Frank will be his own attorney, as he’s been waiting a long time for this. Rae arrives and asks to speak to Frank alone. She asks Frank to remember that she loved him more that she’s ever loved anyone. She doesn’t have a legal defense and Frank is her only hope for mercy. When Frank is called in to testify, Rae asks Bob where Jill is, she is told that Jill is in London on business. Rae comments that Jill is not going to be in on the kill. After having spent the night in bed, Ken awakens a sleeping Jill, and tempts her with the promise of something special from room service. Jill tells him she’s completely lost track (of time). They kiss and cuddle over strawberries and cream. Jill wonders if Frank’s hearing has started and hopes it goes well, because he deserves it. Ken wishes Frank well, too, at the hearing. Jill is amazed that she can be in love with two people at the same time without one canceling the other. At the hearing Frank testifies that his trusted secretaries routinely had him sign stacks of letters and he would read the top letter and not read all of the ones underneath, so it would have been simple to for someone to slip in the letter endorsing Samuel Snow without his knowledge. The Committee asks if he obtained that information from Kim, and he tells them, no, Rae told him herself. Rae confessed everything to him when she was asking him for his consideration. The Committee calls Rae to the stand. A perky and chipper Delia comes into Ryan’s looking for Johnny. Kevin tells her is out. She says hello to Roger who notices that she is in a fine mood. Delia gleefully tells Roger that his friend Mrs. Woodard is sure in a lot of trouble. Roger tells her to run along and she protests that he still treating her like a little girl when now she is a big, important woman who is in love, by the way. Delia flounces out and Roger complains to Kevin that Barry may be a Ryan, but unlike his cousins, Barry uses people. Barry finds Lily at the hospital and returns her pink slip to her. He tells her that they have to be careful that that doesn’t happen again in the future. Barry goes to Ryan’s looking for Delia and Roger makes a disparaging remark about her. Barry tells Roger he understands why Delia left him because he is patronizing to everyone and Delia is a mature and complicated woman. Roger laughs and tells Barry that he’s an complete and thorough idiot. When Delia comes back into the bar, Roger tells her that if she wants her freedom, she can have it, even though Barry will wreck her life. If she wants a divorce all she has to do is ask. Barry tells Delia that Roger was speaking badly about her and he stood up for her. Delia sadly realizes that it might be time to divorce Roger. Rae takes the stand and admits conspiring with Samuel Snow, because she was desperate for a vice presidency for Frank. She did it, then she undid it and has regretted it ever since. She also admits that Samuel Snow died of a heart attack in her apartment, the night her brought her the incriminating documents. She paid people to have him moved to a hospital and she was kept out of it. She then used the documents against Frank and lied to cover her tracks. She tells them that Frank is innocent and she is guilty, and she’s very sorry. When asked why she did it, she tells them it was because she loved Frank Ryan and he left her. The classic story of “hell hath no fury like a woman scorned”. She is told that that she may have to face criminal prosecution. Frank listens to Rae’s testimony and looks troubled.

July 1980 Daily Recaps

Episode 1298 Tuesday, July 1 1980 Monday, January 25, 2010

Rae’s lawyers tell her that her fate is in Frank’s hands. Jack tells Rae he will write her story with or without her approval. He would like to interview her to get her side of the story . Frank is told by the Senate Committee that he has been cleared of all charges and anytime he is ready to come back to politics, he has their backing. As far as Rae is concerned, it is up to Frank to press charges. Frank tells them that he has no intention of pressing charges against Rae, as he feels that she has suffered enough. Roger tells Seneca he should stop torturing himself and get back together with Kim. Kim gets mistaken for a prostitute and is arrested in a seedy bar. She calls Seneca for to bail her out, but he hangs up on her. A weary Rae exits the conference room and asks her lawyers for the straight scoop on what they think will happen to her. They say they couldn't have hoped for much more than they got; after all, the committee had the facts, and it's probably just as well that Rae confessed. They promise to postpone things as long as possible, and if the trial goes badly, they'll appeal. Jack then walks in, and Rae's lawyers try to shoo him out. Rae says it's ok, and sarcastically asks if Jack's there professionally or on family business. Jack replies that he's there working for HER newspaper....would she like to tell him what just went on in there? Meanwhile, the committee offers Frank a sincere apology for all the suspicion/doubt Frank had to live under the past 9 months. The members. of his political party also appreciate that Frank resigned with out a fight since that helped avoid a party scandal. They're ready to welcome him back into politics whenever he's up for it. Frank happily thanks them and asks what's next. He's thrilled that the proceedings will be announced on the Senate floor and to all media outlets...there'll be no doubt about Frank's innocence any longer! Frank's smile fades though when they then say they must discuss Rae's punishment. Jack tells Rae it would be in her best interest to talk to him since his article will be published with or without her statement; he'd like to be fair and get her side of the story. Rae says "no comment", and points out that Jack's taking quite a chance-she's still his boss after all, at least for the moment. Jack smirks that he's freelanced before and can do so again. She has until tonight to change her mind and give him her statement. He also mentions that he wanted Kim's statement but hasn't been able to find her-Rae isn't keeping her 'under wraps', is she? Rae sneers that she doesn't know where Kim is and couldn't care less. When Rae again tries intimidating Jack about the story, he coolly reminds that when he agreed to work for her, she promised to butt out of his work, work that included his investigating Frank's set up. Now that the facts are known, he must write about them...if Rae doesn't print his article, her competitors will!! "So BOSS," Jack grins, "Let me know what you'd like to do." Rae huffily walks out. Frank clarifies with the committee that he must bring charges against Rae in order for her to be prosecuted; they tell him yes-if Frank doesn't press charges, Rae's basically off the hook since it won't automatically go to trial. The committee is stunned when Frank says he won't file charges. When they remind him that the evidence/Rae's confession makes it an easy case, Frank explains his reasons: not long ago his sister was murdered, leaving his family distraught. The men behind her murder were recently brought to justice in one way or another, but their grief/pain is still as strong, and none of it brought Mary back. He realizes how useless revenge is; he'll be satisfied with his name cleared and his good rep. restored. The committee is impressed with Frank's generosity, and Frank states that he feels Rae has paid for her crimes and will continue to do so. The committee asks if Frank is sure about this decision-"Yes I am!" Frank declares. Roger goes to Seneca's office where they talk about how disappointed they are that Adam's leaving Riverside for a job in PA. The conversation gets around to Kim, with Seneca stating that he hasn't heard from her since he booted her from his apt. the other night. He figures she'll go back to Rae's, but Roger asserts that no matter what the outcome of today's hearing, he can't foresee Rae forgiving Kim and making up with her. Seneca tries to end their chat, but Roger confronts that obviously Seneca's still emotionally wrapped up in Kim. Seneca blasts, "Well, what do you expect? Kim has nowhere to go, no one to turn to!. She's out there alone with no idea of how to fend for herself, and the worst part is she thinks she does! She resorted to blackmail/lies all in an effort to get somebody to care!" Roger snipes that apparently it worked, and he urges Seneca to just do what he really wants and take Kim back. Seneca growls that he would if he thought he could help Kim, but he can't so he must steer clear of her. "I only wish I knew what became of her." Kim shows up at the crummy bar Michael took her to the other day, the one where Kim wound up starting that brawl. As Kim sits at a table, a creep nearby asks the bartender "Who is the new talent?" He then plops down at Kim's table, hands her a beer, and with an annoying laugh asks, "So how's tricks?". When Kim tells the guy to go away, he acts obnoxious, asking if he caught her on "off hours". When he continues trying to pick her up, a female customer (a hooker herself) intervenes and tells the guy to take a hike. The jerk accuses her of being jealous and points out that he bought Kim a drink; the woman tosses money in his face and fumes that he can keep the change. He finally leaves once Kim lies that she's just 16, and the woman claims to have friends on the vice squad who protect kids. Once he's gone, the woman sits down and introduces herself as Toni. When she hears Kim's name, she laughs, "Ah, Toni and Kim.. we could've been a couple of guys with those names. Too bad we weren't-life would be easier! My real name's Antoinette. My mom had fancy plans for me...Well, Ma.. surprise!" Kim starts crying when she hears that, and Toni comforts that Kim doesn't belong there-why doesn't she head home? Kim whines that she can't go home; she slept at the airport last night, but couldn't think of anyplace she could travel to. Kim says she came to this bar because a friend took her here once and she thought she might run into him. She admits that she wasn't nice to Michael and he deserved better. She also talks about Seneca and how she wrecked that, too. Just then some of Toni's "co-workers" show up and are irked that Kim's there since she's the same "type". Kim's confused and Toni has to explain what's going on. "You're all prostitutes?" Kim marvels..."Well, that's one way to put it" Toni deadpans. With that the cops come in and start rudely rounding up the gals; they make comments like "Oh, are you ladies resting your feet?" and "What, no 'free samples' today?" Toni tells the cops to leave Kim alone-she's not with them. Kim goes to get her purse to show her ID and realizes it's been stolen. Kim tries to run and then smacks the cop in the face! She's hauled away with the rest of them. The gals are brought to the courthouse where the cop tells them to sit down and shut up until they get called. "Not much on looks, but he's sure got personality" Toni clucks. Kim whimpers about being lumped in with them and one of the others asks what Kim does for a living. When Kim says she acts, the gal laughs, "Well, don't we all!" Kim snaps, "I mean professionally!" ..."Honey, so do I" the gal saucily retorts. Toni assures Kim that they'll be out soon-the cops round them up every so often just to keep them in line. She then urges Kim to call Seneca so he can vouch for her. Kim doesn't want to, but Toni reminds that Kim slapped a cop which is a big deal. Kim has to ask the cop for a dime and he forces her to say please even though it's not part of the usual "shake down" tactics the girls use! Kim gets Seneca on the phone and stands there blubbering instead of cutting to the chase and letting him know where she is. She just keeps boo-hooing that she needs him, she's in huge trouble. .Seneca snipes that they've been through this act before and it no longer will affect him. When he hangs up on her, she pleads with the cop for another dime-Toni says Kim can have her call. The cop grumps that Kim must sit down with her friends and shut her mouth. Kim bursts into tears.

Episode 1299 Wednesday, July 2 1980 Tuesday, January 26, 2010

Kim and her new-found friends are before the judge. The other ladies are telling her to take it easy, it’s just a formality. Toni warns her to cooperate or she’ll end up in the slammer. Kim says she doesn’t care, Seneca didn’t help her. The officer explains to the judge that the four “ladies” (his emphasis) were loitering. But the blonde one refused to identify herself and struck the officer. “She hurt you?” the judge asked incredulously, the ladies giggle. Toni respectfully indicates that they weren’t bothering anyone and the other three’s cases are dismissed. Kim is to be held over for trial, to which she replies it doesn’t matter. Dee is caught daydreaming at the Ryan’s Bar about being the perfect wife, to Barry. Maeve cautions that marriage is a very big decision, and says that she is still married to Roger. Dee confesses that Barry hasn’t asked her to marry him yet. Maeve tells her that not everyone is as enthusiastic about getting married as Dee is. Dee repeats that trumped-up story about Barry’s first marriage and his wife’s “death”. Maeve warns Dee that she can’t marry every man she’s fallen in love with. Dee says she has so far. Maeve credits Roger with seeing the self-confident young woman she is today. Maeve credits Dee with making the CP a success and warns Dee that Barry is very charming and in walks the man with a bouquet of flowers. He toasts Dee as the love of her life as Frank and Bob burst in with news that his name has been cleared and Rae confessed everything. Dee hopes they send Rae away for a long time. Frank answers with a Maeve-ism: “Revenge is nothing but cold porridge.” Frank goes on to say that Tiso’s death didn’t bring Mary back. Maeve is overcome with emotion and goes to the kitchen. Frank follows and she commends his generosity and compassion in not persecuting Rae. Frank’s next step is to phone Jill but gets all circuits busy. LJ comes running in and wants to know why grandma is sitting on the kitchen table. After an awkward “airplane swing” Frank starts with yet another set of promises about the home they are going to have together, complete with a train set. Toni, who met Kim a few hours ago, enters Seneca’s office at Riverside. She forgets Kim’s name but Seneca guesses from the description that it’s her. He tells her he’s had it with her and nothing’s going to work to manipulate him more. Toni tells her Seneca that she is in the City Jail for the next thirty days or so. She goes on to tell Seneca the events of the day and accuses him of hanging up on Kim when she needed him. Seneca bears all to Toni about his feelings for Kim and questions whether this is an act. Toni asks him would she have come all the way uptown if it was? Back to Ryan’s Bar and LJ takes Barry up to see his train. Everyone is urging Frank to return to politics and it is obvious he would like that. In walks Seneca to talk to Frank. He asks Frank, as Kim’s attorney, to act on Kim’s behalf and he, Frank, and Bob leave, which piques Dee’s curiosity. A woman enters the bar inquiring about Barry, he walks back into the bar. “Hello Barry,” she smiles. “Long time no see!”

Episode 1300 Thursday, July 3, 1980 Tuesday, January 26, 2010

“Elizabeth,” Barry greets her. Barry tries to hustle her out of the bar, explaining to Maeve and Dee that she’s a tap dancer and he’s going to get her more club dates than she can handle. She explains that what she wants is her last three months’ alimony! She introduces herself as Elizabeth Shrank-Ryan, Barry’s ex-wife. Back to London Ken and Jill discuss dressing for dinner and he accuses her of being tiny which ends up in an embrace and kiss. Apparently Jill was wonderful in the contract negotiations. She again questions why he is getting out of concert dates which he sidesteps. He asks her to choose a second dress (other than the one she wore last night I guess). They agree to go to Trafalgar Square and visit the lion statues; which leads to a story about Ken almost getting arrested by climbing on the lion statue in front of the NY library. He tries to talk Jill into another night in London, but Jill tells him about all the things going on for Frank in NY. She also launches into that “this relationship doesn’t have to touch Frank at all” spiel. He convinces her to call and find out how things are going but they end up lying on the bed. Back to the drama in the bar, Dee tells Elizabeth she is supposed be Suzanne and supposed to be dead. Elizabeth takes umbrage to the fact that her career is slow, not dead, and launches into a tap dance that ends with stomping on Barry’s foot. Barry and Elizabeth argue about bills, alimony, etc and Dee runs out, followed by Barry. Elizabeth, after detailing her feelings for Barry to Maeve, asks her if Dee’s in love with him. In the kitchen, Dee asks Barry why he lied to her. After all, why would Delia Ryan Ryan Coleridge have a problem with divorce? Barry confesses that his downfall is his overriding desire to please and to give pleasure. He tells her how miserable their two-year marriage was and that Elizabeth was unfaithful, the last with Ken’s drummer. “How do I know you’re telling the truth now?” He tells her to ask Elizabeth but she declines. Elizabeth barges in and Dee agrees to see Barry later. Frank and Seneca are at the courtroom and Bob has arranged bail. She embraces Seneca and tells her story. She wants money for a hotel and Frank offers up Ryan’s. Seneca apologizes to her for hanging up on her. Kim tells her she doesn’t want anything more from him, to which he offers to take her home. Barry and Elizabeth are in the booth at the bar. Wouldn’t you take this someplace else than where your current girlfriend is upstairs? Just thinking. He tells her how inconvenient it is to have her in NY right now. He gives her all the cash he has and offers a check, for which he does not have the funds. As soon as Ken gets back from London, he’ll be able to cover it. She decides she will wait in NY until Ken comes back and the check can clear saying “Unlike you, I don’t make the same mistakes twice.” The phone rings at Ryan’s and Maeve answers it. It’s Jill and Maeve tells her Frank’s back in NY and relates the testimonies and the fact that his name is cleared. Maeve tells her that Rae won’t be charged which stuns Jill. Maeve urges Jill to stay on another day if she needs to. Maeve shares with Barry the news that Ken and Jill will be delayed another day. Elizabeth believes the next 24 hours will be fascinating.

Episode 1301 Friday, July 4, 1980 Wednesday, January 27, 2010

Frank and Rae have a little chat about the fact he's not going to press charges. Rae acknowledges that she did not create Frank, everything would have come about for him eventually. "But not as quickly," Frank avers. She says she will help him anyway she can if/when he decides to go back into politics. Also, vengeance is so unsatisfying. She regretted what she did as soon as she did it. Frank tells Rae what Kim's been up to. "She's a very complicated little girl, Rae." "Complicated and horrific and ruthless," Rae agrees. "I'm afraid it's mostly my fault. I've set her an appalling example." Dee is punching an old-fashioned but electric calculator. Barry enters and ridicules Elizabeth to her. Barry starts his verbal tap-dancing again about what a sad upbringing he had, which Dee can relate to. His sister Maggie always comforted him. He tells Dee he lies when he wants something very badly. Dee says she used to do that. She unwillingly admits she loves him. "I'm afraid I do." Barry says anything can be fixed. Then he leaves a yearning Delia for a 'business appointment.' Faith rushes in to joyously hug Frank. She, at least, of the Coleridge women, thinks it's a big deal that he got his name back. Frank calls Jill, who runs into her own room from Ken's chamber of pleasures. She seems to have no problem chatting happily with her fiancé while her lover lurks in the background. She tells Frank she loves him, a little sadly, ruefully, and confirms this to Ken after the call. "I know you do," he responds. Frank is making a free sandwich in the Ryan kitchen. Dee comes in and asks what it is about her that makes men lie. (They see how pretty she is and immediately want to lie down on the bed with her.) Frank says caution is called for in regard to Barry and marriage, something Maeve said to her, too. Dee says Frank is nicer than he used to be. She hopes Jill deserves him. Jill is musing over the fact she loves two men and she actually looks a little sad about it. Ken goes into a talk about dogs and cats. He learned a lot from a cat of his. When his gorgeous regal cat was after a mouse in his loft, it was all about that mouse. It didn't worry about future mice and it didn't worry about its mortality. Ken also mentions he has an important, but not interesting, commitment in NYC the next day. He won't tell Jill what.

Episode 1302 Monday, July 7, 1980 Wednesday, January 27, 2010

Jack is talking with Frank in the Ryan kitchen about his generosity. A flock of news people are sitting around the family table, eating Maeve's cookies. She is having a ball! After the obsequious press leave, Maeve and Jack talk about his move back to Weehawken Street with Ryan. Babysitters cost money, she says. Rae calls Jack, not acknowledging Maeve when she answers the phone. Ken and Jill are entwined in bed. She's not even tired. He looks a tad soulful. "We don't have much time. You want to hold onto it." She seems to be falling asleep in his arms. "I wonder what's going to happen to us," she asks. "Are you worried about it?" Ken responds. "No," she says. She proceeds to try to make plans for their London day. Ken says they just need to go out the door and wander. She needs to think like a cat. These moments are 'golden...golden.' Ken then gives Jill a modest bracelet. He says he resisted the temptation to buy her a large emerald, which might have caused her problems. She is amazed that he would not be upset if she didn't accept it. She says he doesn't need to control her. He says she may have been hanging around the wrong kind of men. She wonders what would have happened if she'd met him before Seneca. He says she'd have been put-off by him, even a year ago. He thinks people meet other people at the right time. Seneca and Kim are talking about what happened to her and he updates her on Rae's status. Kim thanks Seneca and appears to be readying to leave. They agree on 1/2 hour for her to rest on his couch. He strokes her cheek and she murmurs happily "...when you loved me." Jack arrives at Rae's. Rae says she would not suppress hard news and she's going to publish Jack's column rather than fire him, as he assumed. It annoys her that he assumed. Instead, she's going to promote him. Jack is staring at her and she asks why. He is struck by the fact she is totally recovered from her ordeal that morning. She says not totally. Jack accepts her offer of more job responsibility and lots more money. 'Even from the culprit?' she grins. Rae wonders where all the urgency went about Frank and Jill getting married. Seneca is sitting on the couch as Kim sleeps. He's done what's right, but he's never stopped loving her. He's lonely. He's with her again and it's the first peace he's had. Seneca calls Rae and tells her Kim will be staying with him for a few days of recovery time. She advises against it, but says she'll send Kim's clothes in the morning. Kim overhears and asks if he really means it. He says "As long as you want." She happily enfolds herself around him, looking more child-like than ever.

Episode 1303 Tuesday, July 8, 1980 Thursday, January 28, 2010

At Frank and Jill's Law Office, Georgia delivers a stack of congratulatory telegrams to Frank at his desk. An ecstatic Faith comes in with big embrace and congratulatory present: a wall hanging "Honest Lawyer". Faith admits to Frank she is trying to stay sober. A call from Marshall Westheimer trying to get her to reconsider her resignation seems to have fueled up the guilt train. Frank convinces her to stay for a breakfast (of 2 dozen doughnuts). Meanwhile in London: We see an euphoric Jill with Ken enter her hotel room throwing about bags and boxes from their shopping spree. She's giddy, Ken's very tired. They will take a nap. Weehawken Street: Jack happily babbling to Ryan as he returns her toys to the shelves as she hangs out on an indoor wooden slide. Flashback to Jack and Mary in happier times at the park on the seesaw, swings, slide. Jack is wistful. Kim meets Seneca in his foyer with a passionate kiss. Rae has sent over Kim's "things". Seneca: "I love you. You can stay with me." In the next exchange he calls her "Kid" and they snuggle. Kim: "Please believe me it wasn't a plan." Seneca: "From now on, it's where we're going, not where we've been." Kim: "We're living together??" Seneca: "That's what's happened." There must be some ground rules says Seneca "Never any lies!!" Kim agrees. Kim says she's going back to acting class and will "show them", even her mother. Seneca tells her she needs to resolve things with Rae. Back to Weehawken St., Jack tries to work at the typewriter clearly distressed with the off camera goings on of little Ryan. He telephones to find out that neither formerly reliable downstairs' neighbors, Mrs Petrolino or her daughter Gloria, will be available to help in the foreseeable future. Enter Uncle Jumbo with a present for Ryan. Jumbo remarks that "Mary's still here." Jack: "I need a full time babysitter." Frank and Faith are finishing up the breakfast doughnuts. Both laughing and smiling. Faith says its been a "therapy session" for her and she's no longer craving Scotch. She admits to Frank she "starts and stops with AA" because she's really "not a joiner". Ken and Jillian lounging after their "nap". Jill: "Do you think we'll always be friends?" Ken is VERY tired. Jill asks if he's feeling O.K. Tells Ken that she loves both him and Frank but they cannot be lovers when they return to New York. Ken looks REALLY sick. Jill is alarmed. As Jill goes to call for the private plane at Ken’s request, Ken grimaces in more than "flu like" pain.

Episode 1304 Wednesday, July 9, 1980 Thursday, January 28, 2010

Maeve in Ryan's kitchen furiously mixing and rolling out dough. Enter Delia who's had a sleepless night, Dee: "Don't you want to know why I was miserably crying and upset?" Of course it's Barry and the reveal of the ex wife. Dee wants advice, Should she call Elizabeth? Arranges to meet Liz at the Crystal Palace for champagne and dishing about "people we love(d)". Rae's apartment. Seneca arrives. He's not welcome there. He wants to discuss Kim's remorse. Rae: " Save that for your ward, or your lover, or whatever the hell she is to you this week." Rae's on fire and tells Seneca, "She's going to turn you inside out, just like she did me." And Rae tags on that she will enjoy seeing it. Barry arrives at Ryan's kitchen looking for Dee, Maeve slightly covers but has to check on LJ in the tub, Barry RUNS out of Ryan's. Elizabeth enters the Crystal Palace. Dee is behind the bar. Liz seems impressed that Dee "really owns the place". Champagne is poured. Liz makes a big point about not having any money. Dee wants to pick Liz's brain why did Barry lie to her?? Liz shares her history with player boy... They met 6 years ago. Big benefit. Berkeley Place was headlining and she was a tap dancing warm up act evidently. Barry as "the Manager" took a liking to her and the rest was history. Oh. And also he cheated. Enter Barry. "Hi!" he says to the girlfriends...Weehawken St. as Jack gets Ryan ready for bed. Jack admits to Jumbo that he hasn't gotten the work done that he needed to. Jumbo's off to meet Gloria at Roseland for a bit o' fun. Jack: "Give her my love." Jumbo: "I'll give her MY love, she'll appreciate that!" Jack picks up the phone to call Maeve to ask her if she can think of anyone who could baby sit. Jack says to no one in particular that he is determined to make it work, one way or another. Back to the Crystal Palace, Barry has raced over from Ryan's to diffuse the Delia/Elizabeth meeting. All are uncomfortable. Enter a befuddled Ron Greschner of the New York Rangers. Evidently Liz (according to Barry) is one of Ron's biggest fans and wouldn't he like to buy her a drink? As Dee goes to seat the uncomfortable hockey star, Barry pleads with Elizabeth: "Please, just give me a break!" Barry asks Dee to hear his side of the Liz story. Dee tells Barry she is "frightened" to have a relationship with him. Barry to Dee: "Just believe that I love you!"

Episode 1305 Thursday, July 10, 1980 Friday, January 29, 2010

Jill and Ken arrive at his NY hotel room. Ken thrills the bellhop with a huge tip and an autograph. Once he's gone, Jill sputters that Ken could save $ by just giving autographs, Picasso only paid with checks since no one would cash them, blah blah....Ken stops her and points out that this is the most she's said to him in awhile, what's wrong? Jill sadly sighs, "We're home...it's over". Ken says nothing's over because they still love each other, and wouldn't it be easier for her just to come clean with Frank? Jill says no way; she and Ken won't be lovers anymore. London was beautiful but it's done. "I made love to you because it was the right thing to do, and because I wanted to but it can't happen again.. If I thought it would..." Ken asks if she'd then tell Frank the truth, but Jill says no. She has no regrets about their love, but if Frank knew it would change everything. Frank's her future, their romance is separate from him, and "I've never done anything like this before, never kept secrets from him!". Jill becomes very tearful, crying that she's scared Frank will know. Ken tenderly comforts that it'll be ok. She adoringly says they'll always have their memories and she feels no guilt. "We said it wouldn't be forever." Ken (who looks like he's struggling to stay on his feet) forlornly sighs, "It couldn't be." They kiss and are interrupted by Barry's arrival. Realizing he's come in at an intense moment, Barry tries to keep things light and tells Jill the car is waiting for her downstairs. Once Jill leaves, Ken slumps into a chair and Barry says they need to go "Everything's ready for you". As Michael's tends bar at the CP, Amy, his ex girlfriend, comes in. Mike's surprised to see her and Amy reports that she heard he worked there through a neighbor. She explains that she's "been away", that she was sick, the doctors. didn't know what was wrong but, she's fine now...Mike says he called her several times, but her folks wouldn't give him any info. Amy pouts that his mom probably wouldn't like it if she knew they were speaking again, but Mike says that's not so. The reason she came by is because she desperately needs a job and was hoping Mike could help her get one at the CP. She doesn't have experience in anything except babysitting. When Mike says he's not sure they're hiring, Amy glumly says she understands if he doesn't want her around, but he wouldn't have to talk to her and, "I'd never tell them about us and what happened". Mike feels bad for her, so he introduces her to Dee, saying Amy's his former "classmate". Dee agrees to interview her. As they head back to Dee's office, Amy gazes lovingly at Mike and thanks him; Mike uneasily watches her leave the room with Dee. Barry's in a tizzy because the car hasn't yet come back to pick up Ken, he'll call for another ride. Ken tells Barry to calm down and let him sit for awhile. "You look like hell!" Barry scolds. "Ahhh, your famous charm" Ken snips, "Why am I the only one you never use it on!" Barry blasts that Ken had better not pull that stuff with him "You know what can happen and you may have waited too long already!" Ken huffs that it doesn't make any difference, but they both soften when Ken smiles that being on the trip with Jill was all worth it. Meanwhile, Jill returns to her apartment where a glowing Frank is waiting with flowers, fanfare music, and a 'welcome home' sign on the door courtesy of LJ. He goes on and on about how he missed her and Jill feels awful. He asks her questions about the trip, but she says little, turning the focus back to Frank. She apologizes for not being at his side during his recent triumph, and Frank unknowingly makes her feel even worse by saying it's ok they'll have many years to celebrate together! Jill is tense and Frank thinks she's feeling guilty about being away; he has no clue about her love for Ken. He charmingly "re does" his announcement of victory for her (complete with locking himself out of the apartment the first time he tries it) and Jill laughingly kisses him. Becoming more serious, Jill holds onto him like she's afraid he'll slip away. In Dee's office, Amy sincerely gushes over how beautiful the CP is, how Dee's so young to be the owner, etc. etc. As they talk, Amy says she and Mike went to HS together and used to help each other with their studies as he was good in math and she was good in everything else (she never mentions their intimate involvement). When Dee asks about her graduation, Amy frowns that she didn't finish High School, but is working on her GED now. When Dee asks for details, Amy simply says she had 'family issues' and doesn't want to discuss them. She admits she doesn't really have any skills, but can provide glowing references from the families she used to baby sit for "I love children!" Dee asks if she's tried employment agencies Amy says she's been to all of them it seems but nothing panned out. She really wants a job so she can get her own place since "my family and I don't get along". Unfortunately, Dee says she doesn't have any openings right now; Amy asks if she can check back in a few weeks, and Dee says she certainly can. Dee also promises to keep Amy in mind if she hears of any other jobs, but Amy doesn't seem like she believes it (you can tell the girl has little confidence in herself and is very awkward/shy). Dee offers to let Amy have dinner there "on the house", but Amy declines. When she leaves the office, a sympathetic Dee sighs out loud, "I could've been you".....Amy reports to Mike that she had no luck with the interview; Mike also says he'll keep his ears open for other jobs for her. When Amy goes to write down her phone number, Mike sweetly touches her hand and says, "I still remember it". Amy smiles softly and then dejectedly leaves. Mike looks like he feels quite sorry for her. Jill and Frank cuddle on the sofa and Frank says that he was waiting so long to be cleared, but somehow he just knew one day it would happen. He hated that feeling of being in limbo for all that time, and explains that perhaps that's why he's been so impatient with Jill about the wedding plans. He never meant to pressure or hurry her, but he wanted something to be in place. Jill says they just need to take things one step at a time. Frank grins that he has that same certainty about their relationship as he did about being vindicated. They then discuss Rae and how Frank didn't drop the charges for Rae but for himself. Rae is going through a really tough time right now and she'll continue to do so. When Frank regrets the time he and Jill wasted being apart, Jill fawns that they are together now and it's going to remain that way! ....Meanwhile, Barry tells Ken the car's downstairs and they must leave. Ken sighs, "It's so strange that I should find Jill now, after everything, when...now..." Ken stops himself and looks like he's in horrible pain. He then musters the strength to get up.

Episode 1306 Friday, July 11, 1980 Friday, January 29, 2010

Jill goes to Barry's place and says she's sorry to show up unexpectedly; she called, but his phone is out of order. Barry chortles that it's off the hook "I'm trying to stay OUT of touch with someone, at least until I've had my coffee!". Jill wants to know where Ken is she went to his hotel room, but he wasn't there and after he looked so sick yesterday. Barry casually interjects that Ken was just jet lagged & tries to make jokes to lighten the mood. Jill's annoyed and blasts him for clowning around when she's afraid. Barry says Ken's lucky to have a lawyer who cares so much, but he doesn't know where Ken could be. Jill huffs that Barry needn't play games he's Ken's best friend and must know what happened in London. Jill admits she loves Ken and Barry sighs, "I can tell you it's mutual". Jill adds that she and Ken won't be lovers anymore; she's going to wed Frank. She's telling Barry all of this so that he'll realize she's emotionally invested in Ken and wants to know if he's in trouble. If he isn't, why does he keep disappearing so mysteriously? Barry jests that maybe Ken's really "magical" after all; he then apologizes for again being silly. He tells Jill that he's simply more used to Ken's ways than she is. Jill wants to know what that means, but they're stopped by the ringing doorbell. It's Elizabeth who gives Barry a 'knowing' look when she sees Jill. They're introduced and Jill insists she really is Ken's attorney. Before Jill exits, she asks Barry to let Ken know she's concerned. Barry gives Elizabeth a check from Ken, one which she can be sure won't bounce. He then tells her to spend his $ with his blessing, just get out of his life! Elizabeth says she's leaving tonight and then snips that he should be ashamed of himself for the way he's hoodwinking innocent and gullible Dee "She reminds me of myself!" Barry says that people change, but Elizabeth just scoffs. As she goes to leave, Lily appears at the door. "Who are you, the 2nd shift?" deadpans Elizabeth. "Ohhh, people change, huh? Not YOU, Barry!" With that, Elizabeth exits and Lily calls her "hostile"; she also wants to know if Elizabeth is another of Barry's loves. He laughingly explains she's his ex wife. "Marriage....you do THAT?" Lily asks incredulously. Barry smiles that Elizabeth never had Lily's 'generous spirit' when it comes to multiple relationships, but Barry's own 'generosity' is tested when Lily makes an announcement: she knows Dee's Barry's "main course" and she is just his "side dish", like onion rings. Well, she realized today that she can have "onion rings" too...namely, Roger Coleridge! Barry looks green around the gills. First off, he realizes why women don't like the "two loves" deal he feels so inadequate now! Secondly, what if Roger found out about their situation? It could ruin things for Barry with Dee if Roger spilled the beans! He begs Lily not to date Roger and promises to spend more time with her so she'll be 'nutritionally satisfied'. Lily broodingly asks if Barry thinks she won't be discreet and he gets that green around the gills expression again! Faith's cleaning out her kitchen cabinets when Jill walks in. Faith's overjoyed to see her and gives her a big hug, saying right away how much Frank's missed her. "You should have been here" Faith smiles she means this in a good way, but Jill is stricken just the same. When Faith states that she's reorganizing the kitchen to go along with reorganizing herself, Jill grumps, "Oh, so this is how you're spending your time?" Faith pointedly says that she'll butt out of Jill's life if Jill butts out of hers. Faith then asks about London and is surprised when Jill goes on and on about the fun she and Ken had together. When Faith says she thought it was a business trip, Jill flusters that of course they worked, but there was a lot of down time to enjoy themselves. She then worriedly describes Ken's symptoms and pain and intently pumps Faith for info. on what it could be. Faith says it could be fatigue or something serious, she can't say for sure. Noting Jill's intensity, she urges her not to fret over it. Jill thrills about all the things they did in London, not seeing that Faith looks envious. Faith also looks angry when she realizes that Jill's very blase and bored when she talks about Frank, but Jill's face lights up when she discusses Ken; she totally beams when she relays his "madman" ways, like writing a song to the pelicans. When Faith asks if Frank's going back into politics, Jill says she isn't sure. Faith snarks that she figured Jill would want to sit up all night with Frank making plans. Jill (a bit defensively) says she just got back there's plenty of time! Again, Jill misses Faith's irate expression. It seems Faith's picking up on the fact that there's more to Jill and Ken than meets the eye. Dee's tending bar at the CP when Roger walks in. They immaturely trade little digs at each other, like Dee pretending not to know what Roger drinks she "can't keep track of every customer" When Roger boasts that he's waiting for a date, Dee snaps that he might've been stood up, but she'll still give him a good table she can't discriminate against "lonely people". When Roger huffs he's far from that, Dee mentions the divorce and Roger wants it noted that HE brought it up first the other day! Just then Roger's date shows up it's Lily, and Dee's wounded. Lily apologizes for being late; she can't wear a watch because something in her body makes it tell the wrong time and she's tried wearing them on her wrists and ankles! "Did you try putting one around your neck?" Dee snips. Her barb goes over Lily's head, but Roger isn't amused. Making sure Dee can hear him, he invites Lily back to his place and she eagerly accepts. Dee puts on a brave front, saying goodnight and come back soon. As the couple leaves, Barry walks in and he makes a big effort NOT to pay attention to Lily. Doing her part, Lily asks, "Who is that man..he looks familiar!" Once they've gone, Barry says to Dee "Hello, Lady". Dee pouts about Roger being rude and how could he be attracted to that "little dip Lily" Barry says he doesn't know and says that as for Roger, "like a friend of mine says, he's hostile". When Dee sighs that Roger took Lily to their, um, his apartment., Barry wants to know when Dee will come to his apartment again and assures her that Elizabeth is leaving town. When Dee hesitates, Barry asks if Elizabeth upset her. Dee says it's just that she realizes how important being able to trust him is. Barry swoons that she can absolutely believe in their love. Arriving at his place, Lily says Roger must have designed it for seduction; Roger laughs that he may have, but he was much younger then. His interest in seducing is still as strong, but complications set in. Lily asks if Dee's a complication, and Roger grins she is, but he's working past it. Lily smiles that Roger won't have to, explaining that she used to stay away from him because of his being wrapped up in Dee, but now she's met someone who has shown her the benefit of "two loves". Her friend has a "main course", she's his "side dish", he's Lily's "main course" and Roger is on the side....is that ok with Roger? Her main man (she never says that it's Barry) wasn't too thrilled! Roger says he's fine with it as long as he has Lily's undivided attention when they're together; his ego has survived much worse! Lily then asks for a frozen daiquiri (made with honey, not sugar!) When he finds the ice tray empty, Roger grouses that it's "shades of Dee". He goes upstairs to get some ice from Faith's kitchen and is glad to see both of his sisters there. He asks Jill to tell him about her trip while Faith gets him some ice so he can "entertain". As they talk, Roger mentions that he thought he saw her client at the hospital today. Stunned, Jill asks if he's sure it was Ken. Roger says he thinks so Ken was with a doctor and other hospital staff, and they were whisking him down the hall. Jill's knocked for a loop by this.

Episode 1307 Monday, July 14, 1980 Monday, February 1, 2010

Jill finds Ken at Riverside and asks him what is going on with him. Ken asks her to leave. Outside his room, Jill sees Barry and asks Barry what is wrong with Ken. Barry refuses to tell her because it’s Ken business. Jill leaves and tells Barry to inform Ken that she will be waiting for his call. After a session of lovemaking, Roger finds out that Lily is an heiress who only volunteers to keep in touch with people. Roger finds Lily delightful. Seneca calls Roger to do an emergency spinal surgery. A young woman who was in a horrific car accident. Roger says he’s on his way. Seneca reassures the husband of the accident victim that they will do everything possible to save his wife. Ken tells Barry that he doesn’t want Jill to know what is wrong with him. Barry tells him that he doesn’t have much of a choice and encourages Ken to tell Jill the truth. Ken tells Barry that he’ll be released in an hour and will go see Jill. Seneca finds out that the accident victim, Donna, and her husband have only been married for 10 months. The husband tells Seneca that it was the best 10 months of his life. Seneca gets the message that life is short, and you have to take happiness wherever you find it. Roger tells the husband that they did everything they could, it doesn’t look good for Donna. From Roger’s bed, Lily calls Barry at Ryan’s. Barry is appalled at Lily’s lack of discretion and panics at what she may have told Roger. He tells her he needs to clarify “discretion” to her. He asks her to meet him at his apartment at 5:00 and Lily agrees. Seneca is moved as he watches Donna’s husband say goodbye to her. After she dies, Seneca berates Roger for not being there sooner. Roger tells him that they did everything possible for her. Seneca rushes home to Kim and tells her that they have to grab whatever time they have left, weather it’s 10 days, 10 months or 10 years. He asks Kim to marry him, and Kim delightedly accepts. She vows to be the best wife in the world.

Episode 1308 Tuesday, July 15, 1980 Monday, February 1, 2010

Franks extols Faith’s virtues to Jill who is distracted. Frank suggests going to dinner with Faith that night, and realizing Jill’s lack of attention, asks her where she is. He tells her that she’s been distracted all afternoon. Jill tells Frank that she thinks that Ken might be seriously ill, and Frank tells her that Ken is sure to turn up, and wonders why is Jill so concerned. Ken calls Jill and tells her that they need to talk. For Frank’s benefit, Jill lies about some contracts they need to go over, and could Frank possibly spare her. Frank gives her for 1 hour and reminds her of dinner at Lem’s with Faith. As she rushes off, Frank looks concerned and picks up the phone to call Faith. Jack visits Delia and Johnny at Ryan’s. They discuss Jack’s need for a baby sitter, and Delia remembers Michael’s friend Amy who was looking for employment at the Crystal Palace. She had extensive experience as a baby sitter. Delia calls Michael and gets Amy’s number, then she calls Amy to come in to meet Jack for an interview. Faith meets Frank at his office and Frank reminds Faith that Bob is very interested in her, but she brushes it aside. Ken tells Jill that he has a chronic kidney condition, that is going to get worse and eventually kill him. Jack interviews Amy, who impresses him and Johnny when she deftly handles getting a sharp pencil away from Ryan. Jack tells her she’s hired on a trail basis. Ken tells Jill that his condition is terminal. He has inoperable tumors and has had all the treatments possible. Jill doesn’t want Ken to give up, and Ken says that he not going to. Jill asks him how long he has and he tells her a few months, but holding on to her has really helped him. He wants to spend any time he has left with her. Frank and Faith wait for Jill at Lem’s. Faith tries to cover Jill’s absence by blaming it on traffic. Frank decides that he and Jill have the rest of their lives together, so waiting for Jill now is not such a big deal. Ken tries to be upbeat about his whole ordeal, but he crumbles and tells Jill that he wants her in the most selfish way. As the tears run down Jill’s face, they kiss. She tells him “love me”.

Episode 1309 Wednesday, July 16, 1980 Tuesday, February 2, 2010

Frank and Faith are at Lem’s, they realize that Jill is 2 hours late. Faith suggests calling Ken, but Frank doesn’t want to do that. Ken and Jill are in bed, Jill begs Ken to take care of himself and do whatever treatments are necessary. Ken says he is doing that, Jill tells him that she’s come to a decision. Lily goes to see Barry who questions her as to whether or not she told Roger that Barry was the other man in her life. Barry makes her promise to think before she speaks. Lily asks Barry if he is possessive of Delia and he denies being possessive, but doesn’t want Delia with anyone else. Barry tells Lily that he arranged with Ken to hear her song “Stormy Kind of Love”. Lily is grateful and promises not to mention anything to Roger. Kim and Seneca are having dinner to celebrate their engagement. She is wearing an engagement ring. Kim asks Seneca what made him change his mind, and he relates the incident that happened in the hospital that day. He realized that what happened to that young couple could happen to anyone, could happen to them. They plan to tie the knot the next day at 2:00 with only Roger and Rae in attendance. Seneca tells Kim he would like her to invite her mother. Kim balks, but Seneca insists. He has to mend some fences with Roger, and he would like her to do the same with Rae. Kim tells Seneca once they are married, she’s going to have a baby right away. Seneca tells her that she will do plays, and have more babies. Jill tells Ken that she realized that she couldn’t continue on having two lovers in the same city, and she had planned to tell him that when she came to see him. But she has decided that she’s going to be selfish. She wants and need these few months with Ken and she’s going to take them. Somehow she will make it work with Frank. Ken doesn’t want Jill to share his situation with Frank, but if she needs to tell him, she can. Jill decides that she won’t tell Frank about Ken’s terminal illness. Jill suddenly realizes that she was supposed to meet Frank and Faith an hour ago. Frank and Faith are still waiting at Lem’s when Jill calls. She apologizes and tells Frank that an emergency came up, but she is on her way, and will explain when she gets there. Frank tells Faith that if one contract took that long to solve, he wants to know every gory detail. Ken tells Barry that he has told Jill everything and she wants to hang in there with him. Ken agrees to listen to Lily’s song the next day. Barry is glad that Jill makes Ken happy. Jill joins Frank and Faith. She makes up a story about international contracts and cancellation dates. Faith questions why Ken wants to cancel so many appearances, and Jill says that she guesses he just wants to be a hermit for awhile. Jill is amazed at the arrival of her Peking Duck. Frank tells Jill that “It’s just us, when we’re right, everything will be okay. It just takes time”.

Episode 1310 Thursday, July 17, 1980 Tuesday, February 2, 2010

Amy is at Jack’s. In addition to taking care of Ryan, she offers to do any work that Jack might need in the way of cleaning and cooking. Jack tells her just taking care of Ryan is fine, but he takes her up on her offer to go to the supermarket for him. At the Crystal Palace, Delia excitedly tells Bob that the Crystal Palace is making a profit. She thanks Bob for all his help and she also mentions Barry. Bob notes that Delia is very fond of Barry. Delia admits that she is. Barry brings Lily to sing for Ken. Lily tells Ken a little bit about herself. After her song, Ken tells her that it was the “most unique musical experience” of his life. She presses him to record it, and he agrees to do so, but why don’t they make it a duet. Barry tells Lily that he has an errand to run, but he will meet her at his apartment in an hour. Lily prepares to record her duet with Ken. Kim goes to see Rae and asks how she is. Rae is ice cold and replies that she’s been publicly humiliated, dinner invitations have stopped and she lost a very important business merger. She goes on to say that Kim’s things are already packed and don’t take the silverware. She goes to walk away and Kim stops her. She tells Rae that she’s getting married the next day at 2:00 and would like Rae to be there. Rae congratulates her and asks how Kim managed to trick Seneca this time. Kim gets angry and exclaims “that just because you hate me, you can’t believe that Seneca really loves me”. Rae tells Kim she doesn’t hate her, she feels nothing for her. She knows that a marriage to Seneca is a mistake and that Kim will regret it. Kim tells Rae that she never loved her. Rae protests that she did and gave her everything. Kim pleads one last time for Rae to come to the wedding, but Rae tells her goodbye. Kim storms out. When Amy reads Jack’s column on Frank, she asks Jack why Frank didn’t press charges against Rae. Jack tells her that that is the kind of person Frank is. Amy tells Jack that she has someone she needs to forgive. The mother of the boy she was seeing who was responsible for breaking them up. Jack agrees that forgiveness is difficult. When Jack leaves to go to the store, Ryan calls out for her daddy. Amy goes to her and brings her in the living room. She soothes Ryan and tells her that “my baby would have been just your age”. Delia tells Barry that he’s partly responsible for the Crystal Palace’s success, because he believed in her and he loved her. Barry tells her that she made it very easy. Delia would like to go to Barry’s and spend the afternoon. Barry realizes that Lily is going to be there, so he lies and tells Delia he has a meeting with a record producer. Delia agrees to meet Barry that night after she closes. Delia tells him that she’s so happy because everything is going so well. Barry wholeheartedly agrees.

Episode 1311 Friday, July 18, 1980 Wednesday, February 3, 2010

Dreamy Delia babbles happily to a bored Johnny about how wonderful Barry is. Delia claims that out of all her relationships, Barry is the only one who ever needed her. Meanwhile, Barry and Lily are at Barry’s apartment just having finished a vigorous lovemaking session. When Lily asks Barry if he was ever on the gymnastic team in college, Barry informs her that he never went to college. When he reaches over to kiss her, his back goes out. He begs Lily to call for an ambulance. Jack, Ryan and Amy visit Maeve and Johnny at the bar. Jack is pleased with Amy’s dedication to her job. Amy mentions that Ryan has been asking about Little John, and asks if she can bring Ryan up to see him. Maeve is amazed by Amy and asks Jack if she’s as wonderful as she seems. Seneca stuns Roger when he asks him to be his best man, again. Seneca explains that what Roger did at his prior wedding was done out of misguided friendship. Seneca tells Roger that the death of Donna Stewart the day before, really had an impact on him and he went home to propose to Kim right away. They are called to an emergency and find that it is Barry Ryan who is screaming in pain. Roger pokes and prods him, inducing further howls of pain from a protesting Barry. Seneca explains to Barry that Roger is just doing what needs to be done. Roger determines that Barry needs traction for his back and codeine for the pain. Roger gives Barry the option of choosing another doctor, but Barry declines. He’ll take the “devil himself” if it will make him better. Roger assures Barry that he will be all right, but it will take time. Jack tells Maeve that he wants Ryan to have everything that Mary wanted for her. He also makes the connection that Ryan is the same age that he was when he lost his parents. Maeve puts his worries to rest, and encourages Jack to have a full life in every sense of the word. Not just what Mary wanted for Ryan, but what Mary would have wanted for Jack. She wouldn’t have wanted him to be lonely. Maeve suggests that Jack might enjoy some female companionship. Jack says he’ll think about it, but it’s still too early. Amy is disturbed when she overhears Jack asking Maeve’s advice about the idea of putting Ryan in Nursery School. Maeve thinks that it’s a splendid idea. When Delia gets the news that Barry is in the hospital, she rushes out of Ryan’s to be with him. Barry suspects that Roger might be enjoying the pain that Roger is inflicting on him in traction, but Roger states that he can control his feelings when it comes to his patients. Delia rushes into Barry’s room. She is anxious and concerned as to how Barry hurt his back. Roger tells her the injury was due to exertion. Barry lies that he was reaching up to get Delia’s picnic basket to send it back to her full of flowers. Roger snipes “in a silk robe?” and leaves to go be Seneca’s best man. Barry mutters “Why me? Why me?”.

Episode 1312 Monday, July 21, 1980 Wednesday, February 3, 2010

Kim and Seneca happily prepare for their wedding. Kim tells Seneca that she’s the happiest she’s ever been, but worries who will be their other witness if Rae doesn’t show up, which is likely. Seneca tells Kim that Roger promised to bring someone. Roger stops by to see Rae, who has been drinking. Roger tries to convince Rae to come with him to the wedding, but she tells him not a chance. Roger tells her that it is in her best interest to attend, since Kim made the first move at a reconciliation. Kim regrets giving the papers to Frank and ultimately, Roger knows that Rae does want to be there. She agrees to go. At the San Gennero Club with Lou and Jumbo, Jack gets a recommendation for a Nursery School for Ryan. They tell him about this great teacher named Ms. Jessica Freemantle. Jack will call her for an appointment. Jack tells Jumbo that Mary would have wanted Ryan in school, to be with kids her own age. The judge arrives to marry Seneca and Kim, followed by Rae and Roger. Kim thanks Rae for coming and hugs her. Kim tells them that she would like to put everything behind them. Rae pops the champagne cork, and toasts Seneca and Kim. She playfully cautions Seneca about calling her “Mother”. Still drunk, Rae giddily states “this is the most incredible wedding I’ve ever been to in my whole life”. Roger and Kim both note that Rae is drunk and Roger suggests getting on with the ceremony. When the judge gets to the part about “speak now, or forever hold your peace” Rae starts to giggle uncontrollably. Ken stops by the office to see Jill, who is not there and unreachable. Frank asks Ken if he can be of assistance. Ken tells Frank that he has a dinner that he would like Jill to attend with him. Frank talks about Jill to Ken. How Jill orderly and organized she is, and that’s why they are good for each other, probably why she is good for Ken, as well. Also, nothing is much fun without Jill. Ken agrees and tells Frank that he’s a very lucky man. Rae pulls herself together, and the ceremony continues. Rae looks stricken and asks Roger if it’s really happening. After Kim and Seneca are pronounced “Man and Wife”, Rae tearfully tells Kim that she’s so sorry. Roger suggests they leave in order to sober Rae up. Kim sobs in Seneca’s arms

Episode 1313 Tuesday, July 22, 1980 Thursday, February 4, 2010

Jack has an interview with a Ms. Freemantle to see about getting Ryan in her nursery school. Unfortunately, the only thing she can do for Jack is put Ryan on a waiting list for the January session. Jack tells Ms. Freemantle that that is not soon enough. He need to have Ryan in school socializing with other children. He is raising his child alone, because he is a widower. Faith comes by to see Frank, with the idea of having a pizza for dinner. Frank is about to eat a sandwich, and tells her that Jill is out with “her only client”. Faith asks Frank if Ken’s constant interference bother him. Faith tells Frank what she has been up to and mentions cooking for one, and how lonely that is. She then admits to delving into self pity for a moment. Frank picks up on that and decides he will ditch the sandwich and order a pizza with everything on it. Ken admits to Jill that when he spoke to Frank, he realized that Frank and Jill do have a connection. And he feels that he should be able to give Jill up, knowing that Frank does appreciate her. Jill tells him that no one asked him to. Frank and Jill will be married eventually. He tells Jill he would like to spend the next few days with her and she tells him it’s impossible. She does have other clients and obligations. Ken wants her to take the days as a present to herself. Seneca tells Kim that he is very angry at Rae for trying to ruin their wedding. Kim asks Seneca what he wants out of married life. He tells her a baby. Kim tells him that she will do anything to make him happy and suggests getting started on “that baby” right now. Ms. Freemantle sympathizes with Jack and understands that it must be difficult to raise a child alone. When she realizes that Jack is Jack Fenelli, columnist, she suggests he write a story on the “revolution of early childhood development”. Jack tells her he doesn’t use his column to gain favors, but he would like to explore the opportunity. He invites her to join him for dinner. She accepts and adds that she would like to meet Ryan afterwards. Jill tells Ken that she can’t pick up and leave for a few days. Ken apologizes for using his condition to get his own way. Jill disagrees with that and tells him that he is just living life to the fullest. Jill decides that she can get away for at least one day and invites him to her beach house. Frank orders the pizza and tells Faith that he was worried about her. She warns him not to bring up going to AA, because she feels that you can go to just a couple of the meetings to grasp the principles. She doesn’t want to share her private life with a bunch of strangers because she knows what to do. Take care of herself and avoid emotional distress. Frank tells her that she looks great, but she could use some sun. Faith agrees and decides to go to the beach house!

Episode 1314 Wednesday, July 23, 1980 Thursday, February 4, 2010

At dinner with Jack, Jessica Freemantle praises Jack’s writing. She tells him that no one comes close to him. She also tells him that they have a lot in common the way they try to achieve their goals. Jack teasingly asks her if she always talks like she’s applying for a grant. She admits that she usually is. She also tells Jack that bringing Ryan into the school mid season might be disruptive to the other children, but she would like to meet her. They decide to go to Jack’s for coffee. Meanwhile Amy is cuddling Ryan and telling her that she loves her. “Who’s baby are you?” she says, “You’re Amy’s baby”. Lily surprises Barry at the hospital, much to Barry’s discomfort. She tells him she’s only doing her volunteer job. Barry tells her that that Roger is his doctor and he is torturing him. Barry encourages Lily to leave as soon as possible, but Lily wants to cheer Barry up with a song. Delia comes in and Lily pretends to sell Barry toothbrushes from her cart. She quickly leaves and Delia is suspicious. Roger spies Lily coming out of Barry’s room, but Lily reminds him that she is a volunteer who was just doing her job. She asks him how he is and when he responds “Lonely”, they agree to meet later on. Jack introduces Jessica to Ryan as Amy glowers. Amy suggests that Ryan go to bed, because she had a long day playing with all the other children at the park. When they leave the room, Jack and Jessica both note Amy’s possessiveness. Jack thinks it’s all about Ryan, but Jessica thinks it might be about Jack. Jack tells Amy she can go home, she resists but Jack insists. Jessica mentions that Amy seems insecure. Because there is no place else to sit, Jessica gets comfortable on the bed and asks Jack to join her. Jack is stricken, and tells her that right now, he can’t think of women in any other way except as friends, because he needs time. Amy comes back with a lame excuse about not giving Jack the change from the errands she ran, earlier in the day. Jessica asks Amy to stay for a few minutes so that Jack can wait for a taxi with her. Jessica tells Jack that unfortunately, there is no room at the school for Ryan, but she will put her on the waiting list. She asks Jack to put her on his waiting list. They go. When Ryan cries out for Amy, Amy comforts Ryan and tells her that “I’m so glad that my baby doesn’t have to go see that mean lady at school.” Delia admits to Barry that she feels a little inadequate around Lily. Barry reassures her with a kiss as Roger walks in. As Roger adds another weight to Barry’s traction, Delia thinks that Roger is enjoying inflicting pain on Barry. Roger tells Barry that he can go home in a few days, but he will have to curtain any physical activities of “an emotional nature”. Delia protests that she would like Roger to be off Barry’s case. Roger tells her that she has no rights in that respect. In an heated tirade about Barry’s needs, Delia lets it slip that she intends to marry Barry. Roger is taken aback by the news and leaves. Barry wants to know if Delia meant what she said, and would she marry him? She says “Of course I will!”

Episode 1315 Thursday, July 24, 1980 Friday, February 5, 2010

Roger visits Maeve in the kitchen at Ryan’s. Maeve is stunned when Roger tells her that Delia is going to marry Barry. Maeve tells Roger that she feels that Roger will always be Delia’s husband because he helped her grow up. Delia enters kitchen. Roger and Dee discuss their divorce. Rae at her apartment waiting for Kim to arrive. Rae apologized to Kim for ruining her wedding. She tells her that she tried very hard to hate Kim for what she did, but it was impossible. Kim acknowledges that she blamed Rae for a lot of things. Some that were Rae’s fault, some that weren’t. Rae asks Kim if she’s happy and Kim says yes. Kim tells Rae that Seneca wants to start a family right away; but she wants to pursue her acting career and tells her that she has decided to start taking her birth control pills again. This makes Rae very happy and amazed that her and Kim have finally agreed on something! Delia asks Maeve if she has heard her good news. Roger tells Delia that he would like to speak to her. Maeve excuses herself. Roger asks Delia what she is running away from. Delia protests that she’s not running away from anything, Roger confirms that Delia is going to marry Barry, and Delia reminds him that he promised to give her a divorce. When Roger asks why she is going to marry Barry, she tells him that she loves Barry and he makes her happy and he believes in her. Delia tells Roger that he doesn’t trust anyone, and he never did. Roger wistfully says goodbye to her. After he leaves, Delia’s eyes tear up. Amy is at Jack’s apartment with Ryan. Jack comes back from a morning jog. Amy tells Jack she loves her job, but Jack suggests that with Amy’s gift with children, she should finish her education and be a teacher. Amy tells him she is working on her GED and Jack offers any help he can in that area. Jack tells Amy that reading might be a good idea and offers to give her some books. Maeve warns Delia that since she just met Barry, she might be rushing things. Delia begs Maeve to wish her luck. Maeve states that if Delia’s right about her decision, she won’t need luck. Looking through his books, Jack gives Amy a copy of "The Great Gatsby" that was a favorite of his and Mary’s. Actually, it’s Mary’s copy. Jack tells Amy a little about Mary, and how special she was. After he goes to take a shower, Amy tells Ryan "I’m sorry you lost your Mommy, but it’s O.K. You don’t need to be sad “cause I’m gonna be your Mommy now."

Episode 1316 Friday, July 25, 1980 Friday, February 5, 2010

Rae meets with Broadway producer Elliott Silverstein at her apartment. She tells him she would like to invest in his next play and mentions that she has a daughter with “aspirations”. Elliot agrees to let Kim read for it, but with no strings attached. Kim arrives at Rae’s. Rae introduces Kim to Elliott. Barry is in his hospital bed and Roger adds another counter-weight to the traction. Barry suspects that Roger is enjoying his pain. He asks Roger if he’s angry that he is getting married to Delia. Roger wonders why he is getting married and points out that Barry’s marriage to Elizabeth didn’t work out. Barry tells Roger that Delia doesn’t have the same expectations of him that Elizabeth did. Barry vows to love and marry Delia and make her very happy, and he won’t have Rae Woodard on the side. Roger asks Barry if he’s told Delia everything. Barry tells him that he has. Frank and Dee are in the kitchen at Ryan’s. Delia tells Frank that she is not going to take his advice after all, she wants to divorce Roger. Frank is not surprised and says that “Advice given to you is advice thrown down a well”. Delia tells him that she’s not as squeamish as Jill, and she wants to marry Barry right away. She asks Frank to handle it and arrange for a Dominican Republic divorce. Delia wants to show Barry that there is such a thing a unselfish and happy marriage. Frank is laughs skeptically at this and cautions Delia that after 3 failed marriages, she might want to stop and think about it first. Delia gets mad when Frank asks her how she knows that she can trust Barry. She tells him that she’s not trusting him blindly, she’s trusting him lovingly and passionately and she’s not going to let anything get in the way of her finding happiness for the first time in her life. Barry asks Roger if he’s going to oppose the divorce. Roger tells him no, but wants to know why he is in such a hurry to get married. Barry tells him that marriage has always appealed to him. He’s always wanted a stable and routine kind of life. Roger scoffs at the idea of turning to Delia for quiet family life. After dinner with Rae and Elliot, Kim gushes to Elliot about not realizing he was the famous Broadway producer. Elliott offers Kim a chance to read for his play. All she has to do is call his office for an audition. Kim is thrilled when he tells her that the part is the lead of the play, but he tells her that the casting decisions are up to the director. Elliot leaves and Kim admits to Rae that she knew who Elliot was all along and she was showing him her best angles. Rae figured that Kim was putting it on a bit thick. As Kim slips her wedding rings back on, Rae questions Kim as to why she didn’t mention that she was married. Kim says she knows the game, and Elliot didn’t want to hear about Kim being “an old married lady” because he wanted to be able to discover someone young and fresh, and she only flirted with him a little. Elliot has a “naughty reputation”, but Kim deals with men like that every day. Rae is impressed and tells her that she guesses she doesn’t have to worry about Kim after all. Kim can take care of herself. They both giggle uproariously. Lily sneaks into Barry’s room at 2:00 a.m.. She begins kissing him as he sleeps and he wakes up. He convinces her to take off the top weight of his traction. She complies and Barry instantly feels better. He tells Lilly about his plans to marry Delia. Lily tells him that will change things. Barry hopes that he and Lily will be able to go on as they have been. He’s longing for the structure and routine of marriage, and Lily suggests she be part of the routine. Every Tuesday night at 8:45. It could be his “bowling night”. Barry tells Lily that she’s the best friend any man could ever have. Lily leaves, walking past Roger who watches her leaving Barry’s room. Roger’s wheels are turning when he sees her and notes the time. He says “My, oh my, oh my!”

Episode 1317 Monday, July 28, 1980 Monday, February 8, 2010

Jack visits the Ryan’s bringing a letter from Siobhan. Maeve reads the letter which says that Siobhan is doing fine and enjoying San Antonio. The doorbell rings and it’s two lawyers from the firm of Finch and Fitzwilliam, who inquire as to the whereabouts of Siobhan, regarding her inheritance from the Estate of Joe Novak. Although Jack recognizes the name of their law firm, he is suspicious and tells them that Siobhan is traveling all over the country and they don’t know her exact location. Roger asks Kevin if he’s ever seen Barry with Lily. Kevin recounts the story of his singing back up to one of Lily’s songs, and how Delia didn’t like it much seeing Barry with Lily. Roger tells Kevin that he saw Lily going into Barry’s room late the previous evening. Kevin is shocked when Roger tells him that Lily is a firm believer of having “two loves”. Someone who is the main person and someone who is on the side. Roger also got the impression from Lily that she didn’t know who Barry was. Roger decides to give Lily a call and invite her to join him at Ryan’s. Although she is tired and sleepy, she accepts. Ken visits Barry in the hospital and Barry gives him his good news. He and Delia are to be married. Ken asks Barry what he is going to do about Lily and Barry tells him nothing will change in that respect. Ken asks that Barry not mention anything to Lily about him and Jill, because Lily might slip and say something to Roger. Ken advises Barry to settle down with just one woman, Delia as she is perfect for him. Barry says that he can work it so that no one gets hurt and everybody will feel “wonderful”. Ken tells Barry of his plans to get away for a day to Jill’s beach house and mentions that he had a chat with Frank. Ken realizes that Jill and Frank have known each other for a long time and really understand each other and that their relationship is a lot deeper and healthier than he thought. Barry asks if Ken is going to give Jill up and Ken shrugs and replies, “no…maybe.” The attorney tells Maeve that Siobhan has a very large inheritance coming to her and he’s sure that she wouldn’t want to turn her back on it. Johnny is also suspicious and mentions that his son is a lawyer and has told them it takes a lot of time to probate a will. After they leave, Johnny thinks that Tiso’s men are involved, Jack tells him that the name of their law firm is a reputable one. Jack doubts that the will is out of probate yet, and is going to give Detective Martin from the NYPD a call. When Lily meets Roger at Ryan’s, Roger notes how sleepy she is and asks why she was up so late. She tells him that she was visiting patients in the hospital who couldn’t sleep. Kevin interrupts Roger’s “investigation”, by asking Lily if she has any new songs. She does, and proceeds to sing. Eventually Roger finds out Lily’s “other person” is someone who is going to be “tied up for awhile” and is temporarily unavailable. Roger and Lily make plans to see each other soon. After she leaves, Roger tells Kevin that he’s 90% sure that Barry is Lily’s other man, and as soon as he’s 100% sure, he will be the one to save Delia from Barry’s clutches.

Episode 1318 Tuesday, July 29, 1980 Monday, February 8, 2010

At the Crystal Palace, Bob wants to talk to Michael who thinks he’s getting fired, but Bob just wanted to talk to him. Bob mentions that he’s hasn’t seem Kim around in awhile. Jack comes into the Crystal Palace and tells Bob about the two lawyers that came looking for Siobhan. Johnny thinks that they might be out to get Siobhan. Jack called Detective Martin only to find that he was on vacation, and spoke to his replacement who said that they will look into it. Jack wants answers immediately, and asks Bob for the name the name of the best private detective agency in the city. Bob recommends Matthew Pierce of Pierce and Pierce. Jack asks Bob to tell Johnny to keep it quiet, because Johnny will take it better from Bob. Jack tells Bob that the two lawyers may be legitimate, but there is also the possibility of Joe being alive, since his body was never recovered, and Siobhan could be in danger. Ken looks for Jill at her office and finds out from Georgia that both Frank and Jill are out. Jill is expected shortly. Georgia has to run some errands and Ken offers to hold down the fort and wait for Jill. Ken starts strumming his guitar and sings a song about Jillian. Faith arrives at the office and hears him singing. Kim visits Michael at the Crystal Palace and tells him of her marriage. She still wants to be friends with Michael, but he wants no part of it. She tells him that things are better with her relationship with her mother, and that she has an important audition coming up. Even though the producer is a friend of her mother’s, she got the audition on her own. Michael is unresponsive to her, but Kim blithely tells him that she’ll keep him informed and leaves. Michael complains to Bob that Kim is married and she still wants to be pals with him. He feels like she just wants to have someone to talk to when “the Doctor” is not around. Michael just wants to write her off, but Bob notes that Michael loves her. At the office of Pierce and Pierce Private Detectives, Jack confides in Matthew Pierce that he is the one who shot Tiso. Hence, the suspicions they are having about the lawyers. A young woman comes into the office with coffee for Matt and Jack and proceeds to sit down. Matt introduces her to Jack as Rose Melina. Jack is unsettled when she doesn’t leave because they are talking about a confidential matter. Matt apologizes and introduces Rose as his daughter (Melina is her married name), and she is also a licensed private detective. She will be handling his case, as Matt is booked for months. Jack balks and Rose informs Jack she’s good enough to be in business with the great Matthew Pierce, and if he doesn’t believe it, he should just leave. Jack stands up. Listening to the lyrics of the song, Faith is horrified when she realizes that Ken is singing about her sister. She quietly goes out and comes back in this time making her presence known to Ken. He stops his song and meets Faith. He is surprised to find that Faith is Jill’s sister, as he has heard about her. He goes on about Jill and what a good lawyer she is, how clever and how much fun they had in London. Faith looks both concerned and suspicious. Faith pointedly tells Ken about Frank and Jill’s history and how far back they go, and how happy they are. As a matter of fact, she was came by today, to offer her brownstone to them to use for their upcoming wedding. She really lays it on thick, mentioning Frank and Jill’s search for their own brownstone to raise Little John in. Ken gets the message, and after she leaves, he sighs. Rose asks Jack if he’s “one of those”. One of those men who think women can’t do anything well. Jack sits and agrees to hear what she has to say. Jack wants to know what her first move is. Matt tells Jack that Rose is well informed on the facts of the case. She tells him the first order of business is to find out if the will has indeed been probated. If it hasn’t been probated, Fitzwilliam is lying and if he’s lying that someone is paying him Rose will find out who, meanwhile Siobhan stays invisible. Jack tells her that he just wants her to make a few discreet inquiries about the will and hold things after that. She tells him she will call him tomorrow and leaves the room. Jack tells Matt that he’s not sure he can work with his daughter, he has a problem with people who get mad and leave the room. Matt tells her she wasn’t mad, she was on her way to speak to a client. Jack realizes that Rose knows what she’s doing and tells Matt she’s hired.

Episode 1319 Wednesday, July 30, 1980 Tuesday, February 9, 2010

Episode 1320 Thursday, July 31, 1980 Tuesday, February 9, 2010

Episode 1321 Friday, August 1, 1980 Wednesday, February 10, 2010

Episode 1322 Monday, August 4, 1980 Wednesday, February 10, 2010

Episode 1323 Tuesday, August 5, 1980 Thursday, February 11, 2010

Episode 1324 Wednesday, August 6, 1980 Thursday, February 11, 2010

Episode 1325 Thursday, August 7, 1980 Friday, February 12, 2010

Episode 1326 Friday, August 8, 1980 Friday, February 12, 2010

Episode 1327 Monday, August 11, 1980 Tuesday, February 16, 2010

Episode 1328 Tuesday, August 12, 1980 Tuesday, February 16, 2010

Episode 1329 Wednesday, August 13, 1980 Wednesday, February 17, 2010

Episode 1330 Thursday, August 14, 1980 Wednesday, February 17, 2010

Episode 1331 Friday, August 15, 1980 Thursday, February 18, 2010

Episode 1332 Monday, August 18, 1980 Thursday, February 18, 2010

Episode 1333 Tuesday, August 19, 1980 Friday, February 19, 2010

Episode 1334 Wednesday, August 20, 1980 Friday, February 19, 2010

Episode 1335 Thursday, August 21, 1980 Monday, February 22, 2010

Episode 1336 Friday, August 22, 1980 Monday, February 22, 2010

Episode 1337 Monday, August 25, 1980 Tuesday, February 23, 2010

Episode 1338 Tuesday, August 26, 1980 Tuesday, February 23, 2010

Episode 1339 Wednesday, August 27, 1980 Wednesday, February 24, 2010

Episode 1340 Thursday, August 28, 1980 Wednesday, February 24, 2010

Episode 1341 Friday, August 29, 1980 Thursday, February 25, 2010

Episode 1342 Monday, September 1, 1980 Thursday, February 25, 2010

Episode 1343 Tuesday, September 2 1980 Friday, February 26, 2010

Episode 1344 Wednesday, September 3, 1980 Friday, February 26, 2010

Episode 1345 Thursday, September 4, 1980 Monday, March 1, 2010

Episode 1346 Friday, September 5, 1980 Monday, March 1, 2010

Episode 1347 Monday, September 8, 1980 Tuesday, March 2, 2010

Episode 1348 Tuesday, September 9, 1980 Tuesday, March 2, 2010

Episode 1349 Wednesday, September 10, 1980 Wednesday, March 3, 2010

Episode 1350 Thursday, September 11, 1980 Wednesday, March 3, 2010

Episode 1351 Friday, September 12, 1980 Thursday, March 4, 2010

Episode 1352 Monday, September 15, 1980 Thursday, March 4, 2010

Episode 1353 Tuesday, September 16, 1980 Friday, March 5, 2010

Episode 1354 Wednesday, September 17, 1980 Friday, March 5, 2010

Episode 1355 Thursday, September 18, 1980 Monday, March 8, 2010

Episode 1356 Friday, September 19, 1980 Monday, March 8, 2010

Episode 1357 Monday, September 22, 1980 Tuesday, March 9, 2010

Episode 1358 Tuesday, September 23, 1980 Tuesday, March 9, 2010

Episode 1359 Wednesday, September 24, 1980 Wednesday, March 10, 2010

Episode 1360 Thursday, September 24, 1980 Wednesday, March 10, 2010

Episode 1361 Friday, September 26, 1980 Thursday, March 11, 2010

Episode 1362 Monday, September 29, 1980 Thursday, March 11, 2010

Episode 1363 Tuesday, September 30, 1980 Friday, March 12, 2010

Episode 1364 Wednesday, October 1, 1980 Friday, March 12, 2010

Episode 1365 Thursday, October 2, 1980 Monday, March 15, 2010

Episode 1366 Friday, October 3, 1980 Monday, March 15, 2010

Episode 1367 Monday, October 6, 1980 Tuesday, March 16, 2010

Episode 1368 Tuesday, October 7, 1980 Tuesday, March 16, 2010

Episode 1369 Wednesday, October 8, 1980 Wednesday, March 17, 2010

Episode 1370 Thursday, October 9, 1980 Wednesday, March 17, 2010

Episode 1371 Friday, October 10, 1980 Thursday, March 18, 2010

Episode 1372 Monday, October 13, 1980 Thursday, March 18, 2010

Episode 1373 Tuesday, October 14, 1980 Friday, March 19, 2010

Episode 1374 Wednesday, October 25, 1980 Friday, March 19, 2010

Episode 1375 Thursday, October 16, 1980 Monday, March 22, 2010

Episode 1376 Friday, October 17, 1980 Monday, March 22, 2010

Episode 1377 Monday, October 20, 1980 Tuesday, March 23, 2010

Episode 1378 Tuesday, October 21, 1980 Tuesday, March 23, 2010

Episode 1379 Wednesday, October 22, 1980 Wednesday, March 24, 2010

Episode 1380 Thursday, October 23, 1980 Wednesday, March 24, 2010

Episode 1381 Friday, October 24, 1980 Thursday, March 25, 2010

Episode 1382 Monday, October 27, 1980 Thursday, March 25, 2010

Episode 1383 Tuesday, October 28, 1980 Friday, March 26, 2010

Episode 1384 Wednesday, October 29, 1980 Friday, March 26, 2010

Episode 1385 Thursday, October 30, 1980 Monday, March 29, 2010

Episode 1386 Friday, October 31, 1980 Monday, March 29, 2010

Episode 1387 Monday, November 3, 1980 Tuesday, March 30, 2010

Episode 1388 Tuesday, November 4, 1980 Tuesday, March 30, 2010

Episode 1389 Wednesday, November 5, 1980 Wednesday, March 31, 2010

Episode 1390 Thursday, November 6, 1980 Wednesday, March 31, 2010

Episode 1391 Friday, November 7, 1980 Thursday, April 1, 2010

Episode 1392 Monday, November 10, 1980 Thursday, April 1, 2010

Episode 1393 Tuesday, November 11, 1980 Friday, April 2, 2010

Episode 1394 Wednesday, November 12, 1980 Friday, April 2, 2010

Episode 1395 Thursday, November 13, 1980 Monday, April 5, 2010

Episode 1396 Friday, November 14, 1980 Monday, April 5, 2010

Episode 1397 Monday, November 17, 1980 Tuesday, April 6, 2010

Episode 1398 Tuesday, November 18, 1980 Tuesday, April 6, 2010

Episode 1399 Wednesday, November 19, 1980 Wednesday, April 7, 2010

Episode 1400 Thursday, November 20, 1980 Wednesday, April 7, 2010

Episode 1401 Friday, November 21, 1980 Thursday, April 8, 2010

Episode 1402 Monday, November 24, 1980 Thursday, April 8, 2010

Episode 1403 Tuesday, November 25, 1980 Friday, April 9, 2010

Episode 1404 Wednesday, November 26, 1980 Friday, April 9, 2010

Episode 1405 Thursday, November 27, 1980 Monday, April 12, 2010

Episode 1406 Friday, November 28, 1980 Monday, April 12, 2010

Episode 1407 Monday, December 1, 1980 Tuesday, April 13, 2010

Episode 1408 Tuesday, December 2, 1980 Tuesday, April 13, 2010

Episode 1409 Wednesday, December 3, 1980 Wednesday, April 14, 2010

Episode 1410 Thursday, December 4, 1980 Wednesday, April 14, 2010

Episode 1411 Friday, December 5, 1980 Thursday, April 15, 2010

Episode 1412 Monday, December 8, 1980 Thursday, April 15, 2010

Episode 1413 Tuesday, December 9, 1980 Friday, April 16, 2010

Episode 1414 Wednesday, December 10, 1980 Friday, April 16, 2010

Episode 1415 Thursday, December 11, 1980 Monday, April 19, 2010

Episode 1416 Friday, December 12, 1980 Monday, April 19, 2010

Episode 1417 Monday, December 15, 1980 Tuesday, April 20, 2010

Episode 1418 Tuesday, December 16, 1980 Tuesday, April 20, 2010

Episode 1419 Wednesday, December 17, 1980 Wednesday, April 21, 2010

Episode 1420 Thursday, December 18, 1980 Wednesday, April 21, 2010

Episode 1421 Friday, December 19, 1980 Thursday, April 22, 2010

Episode 1422 Monday, December 22, 1980 Thursday, April 22, 2010

Episode 1423 Tuesday, December 23, 1980 Friday, April 23, 2010

Episode 1424 Wednesday, December 24, 1980 Friday, April 23, 2010

Episode 1425 Thursday, December 25, 1980 Monday, April 26, 2010

Episode 1426 Friday, December 26, 1980 Monday, April 26, 2010

Episode 1427 Monday, December 29, 1980 Tuesday April 27, 2010

Episode 1428 Tuesday, December 30, 1980 Tuesday, April 27, 2010

Episode 1429 Wednesday, December 31, 1980 Wednesday, April 28, 2010

Episode 1430 Thursday, January 1, 1981 Wednesday, April 28, 2010

Episode 1431 Friday, January 2, 1981 Thursday, April 29, 2010

Episode 1432 Monday, January 5, 1981 Thursday, April 29, 2010

Episode 1433 Tuesday, January 6, 1981 Friday, April 30, 2010

Episode 1434 Wednesday, January 7, 1981 Friday, April 30, 2010

Episode 1435 Thursday, January 8, 1981 Monday, May 3, 2010

Episode 1436 Friday, January 9, 1981 Monday, May 3, 2010

Episode 1437 Monday, January 12, 1981 Tuesday, May 4, 2010

Episode 1438 Tuesday, January 13, 1981 Tuesday, May 4, 2010

Episode 1439 Wednesday, January 14, 1981 Wednesday, May 5, 2010

Episode 1440 Thursday, January 15, 1981 Wednesday, May 5, 2010

Episode 1441 Friday, January 16, 1981 Thursday, May 6, 2010

Episode 1442 Monday, January 19, 1981 Thursday, May 6, 2010

Episode 1443 Tuesday, January 20, 1981 Friday, May 7, 2010

Episode 1444 Wednesday, January 21, 1981 Friday, May 7, 2010

Episode 1445 Thursday, January 22, 1981 Monday, May 10, 2010

Episode 1446 Friday, January 23, 1981 Monday, May 10, 2010

Episode 1447 Monday, January 26, 1981 Tuesday, May 11, 2010

Episode 1448 Tuesday, January 27, 1981 Tuesday, May 11, 2010

Episode 1449 Wednesday, January 28, 1981 Wednesday, May 12, 2010

Episode 1450 Thursday, January 29, 1981 Wednesday, May 12, 2010

Episode 1451 Friday, January 30, 1981 Thursday, May 13, 2010

Episode 1452 Monday, February 2, 1981 Thursday, May 13, 2010

Episode 1453 Tuesday, February 3 1981 Friday, May 14, 2010

Episode 1454 Wednesday, February 4, 1981 Friday, May 14, 2010

Episode 1455 Thursday, February 5, 1981 Monday, May 17, 2010

Episode 1456 Friday, February 6, 1981 Monday, May 17, 2010

Episode 1457 Monday, February 9, 1981 Tuesday, May 18, 2010

Episode 1458 Tuesday, February 10, 1981 Tuesday, May 18, 2010

Episode 1459 Wednesday, February 11, 1981 Wednesday, May 19, 2010

Episode 1460 Thursday, February 12, 1981 Wednesday, May 19, 2010

Episode 1461 Friday, February 13, 1981 Thursday, May 20, 2010

Episode 1462 Monday, February 16, 1981 Thursday, May 20, 2010

Episode 1463 Tuesday, February 17, 1981 Friday, May 21, 2010

Episode 1464 Wednesday, February 18, 1981 Friday, May 21, 2010

Episode 1465 Thursday, February 19, 1981 Monday, May 24, 2010

Episode 1466 Friday, February 20, 1981 Monday, May 24, 2010

Episode 1467 Monday, February 23, 1981 Tuesday, May 25, 2010

Episode 1468 Tuesday, February 24, 1981 Tuesday, May 25, 2010

Episode 1469 Wednesday, February 25, 1981 Wednesday May 26, 2010

Episode 1470 Thursday, February 26, 1981 Wednesday May 26, 2010

Episode 1471 Friday, February 27, 1981 Thursday, May 27, 2010

Episode 1472 Monday, March 2, 1981 Thursday, May 27, 2010

Episode 1473 Tuesday, March 3, 1981 Friday, May 28, 2010

Episode 1474 Wednesday, March 4, 1981 Friday, May 28, 2010

Episode 1475 Thursday, March 5, 1981 Monday, May 31, 2010

Episode 1476 Friday, March 6, 1981 Monday, May 31, 2010

Episode 1477 Monday, March 9, 1981 Tuesday, June 1, 2010

Episode 1478 Tuesday, March 10, 1981 Tuesday, June 1, 2010

Episode 1479 Wednesday, March 11, 1981 Wednesday, June 2, 2010

Episode 1480 Thursday, March 12, 1981 Wednesday, June 2, 2010

Episode 1481 Friday, March 13, 1981 Thursday, June 3, 2010

Episode 1482 Monday, March 16, 1981 Thursday, June 3, 2010

Episode 1483 Tuesday, March 17, 1981 Friday, June 4, 2010

Episode 1484 Wednesday, March 18, 1981 Friday, June 4, 2010

Episode 1485 Thursday, March 19, 1981 Monday, June 7, 2010

Episode 1486 Friday, March 20, 1981 Monday, June 7, 2010

Episode 1487 Monday, March 23, 1981 Tuesday, June 8, 2010

Episode 1488 Tuesday, March 24, 1981 Tuesday, June 8, 2010

Episode 1489 Wednesday, March 25, 1981 Wednesday, June 9, 2010

Episode 1490 Thursday, March 26, 1981 Wednesday, June 9, 2010

Episode 1491 Friday, March 27, 1981 Thursday, June 10, 2010

Episode 1492 Monday, March 30, 1981 Thursday, June 10, 2010

Episode 1493 Tuesday, March 31, 1981 Friday, June 11, 2010

Episode 1494 Wednesday, April 1 1981 Friday, June 11, 2010

Episode 1495 Thursday, April 2, 1981 Monday, June 14, 2010

Episode 1496 Friday, April 3, 1981 Monday, June 14, 2010

Episode 1497 Monday, April 6, 1981 Tuesday, June 15, 2010

Episode 1498 Tuesday, April 7, 1981 Tuesday, June 15, 2010

Episode 1499 Wednesday, April 8, 1981 Wednesday, June 16, 2010

Episode 1500 Thursday, April 90, 1981 Wednesday, June 16, 2010

Episode 1501 Friday, April 10, 1981 Thursday, June 17, 2010

Episode 1502 Monday, April 13, 1981 Thursday, June 17, 2010

Episode 1503 Tuesday, April 14, 1981 Friday, June 18, 2010

Episode 1504 Wednesday, April 15, 1981 Friday, June 18, 2010

Episode 1505 Thursday, April 16, 1981 Monday, June 21, 2010

Episode 1506 Friday, April 17, 1981 Monday, June 21, 2010

Episode 1507 Monday, April 20, 1981 Tuesday, June 22, 2010

Episode 1508 Tuesday, April 21, 1981 Tuesday, June 22, 2010

Episode 1509 Wednesday, April 22, 1981 Wednesday, June 23, 2010

Episode 1510 Thursday, April 23, 1981 Wednesday, June 23, 2010

Episode 1511 Friday, April 24, 1981 Thursday, June 24, 2010

Episode 1512 Monday, April 27, 1981 Thursday, June 24, 2010

Episode 1513 Tuesday, April 28, 1981 Friday, June 25, 2010

Episode 1514 Wednesday, April 29, 1981 Friday, June 25, 2010

Episode 1515 Thursday, April 30, 1981 Monday, June 28, 2010

Episode 1516 Friday, May 1, 1981 Monday, June 28, 2010

Episode 1517 Monday, May 4, 1981 Tuesday, June 29, 2010

Episode 1518 Tuesday, May 5, 1981 Tuesday, June 29, 2010

Episode 1519 Wednesday, May 6, 1981 Wednesday, June 30, 2010

Episode 1520 Thursday, May 7, 1981 Wednesday, June 30, 2010

Episode 1521 Friday, May 8, 1981 Thursday, July 1, 2010

Episode 1522 Monday, May 11, 1981 Thursday, July 1, 2010

Episode 1523 Tuesday, May 12, 1981 Friday, July 2, 2010

Episode 1524 Wednesday, May 13, 1981 Friday, July 2, 2010

Episode 1525 Thursday, May 14, 1981 Monday, July 5, 2010

Episode 1526 Friday, May 15, 1981 Monday, July 5, 2010

Episode 1527 Monday, May 18, 1981 Tuesday, July 6, 2010

Episode 1528 Tuesday, May 19, 1981 Tuesday, July 6, 2010

Episode 1529 Wednesday, May 20, 1981 Wednesday, July 7, 2010

Episode 1530 Thursday, May 21, 1981 Wednesday, July 7, 2010

Episode 1531 Friday, May 22, 1981 Thursday, July 8, 2010

Episode 1532 Monday, May 25, 1981 Thursday, July 8, 2010

Episode 1533 Tuesday, May 26, 1981 Friday, July 9, 2010

Episode 1534 Wednesday, May 27, 1981 Friday, July 9, 2010

Episode 1535 Thursday, May 28, 1981 Monday, July 12, 2010

Episode 1536 Friday, May 29, 1981 Monday, July 12, 2010

Episode 1537 Monday, June 1, 1981 Tuesday, July 13, 2010

Episode 1538 Tuesday, June 2, 1981 Tuesday, July 13, 2010

Episode 1539 Wednesday, June 3 1981 Wednesday, July 14, 2010

Episode 1540 Thursday, June 4, 1981 Wednesday, July 14, 2010

Episode 1541 Friday, June 5, 1981 Thursday, July 15, 2010

Episode 1542 Monday, June 8, 1981 Thursday, July 15, 2010

Episode 1543 Tuesday, June 9, 1981 Friday, July 16, 2010

Episode 1544 Wednesday, June 10, 1981 Friday, July 16, 2010

Episode 1545 Thursday, June 11, 1981 Monday, July 19, 2010

Episode 1546 Friday, June 12, 1981 Monday, July 19, 2010

Episode 1547 Monday, June 15, 1981 Tuesday, July 20, 2010

Episode 1548 Tuesday, June 16, 1981 Tuesday, July 20, 2010

Episode 1549 Wednesday, June 17, 1981 Wednesday, July 21, 2010

Episode 1550 Thursday, June 18, 1981 Wednesday, July 21, 2010

Episode 1551 Friday, June 19, 1981 Thursday, July 22, 2010

Episode 1552 Monday, June 22, 1981 Thursday, July 22, 2010

Episode 1553 Tuesday, June 23, 1981 Friday, July 23, 2010

Episode 1554 Wednesday, June 24, 1981 Friday, July 23, 2010

Episode 1555 Thursday, June 25, 1981 Monday, July 26, 2010

Episode 1556 Friday, June 26, 1981 Monday, July 26, 2010

Episode 1557 Monday, June 29, 1981 Tuesday, July 27, 2010

Episode 1558 Tuesday, June 30, 1981 Tuesday, July 27, 2010

Episode 1559 Wednesday, July 1, 1981 Wednesday, July 28, 2010

Episode 1560 Thursday, July 2, 1981 Wednesday, July 28, 2010

Episode 1561 Friday, July 3, 1981 Thursday, July 29, 2010

Episode 1562 Monday, July 6, 1981 Thursday, July 29, 2010

Episode 1563 Tuesday, July 7, 1981 Friday, July 30, 2010

Episode 1564 Wednesday, July 8, 1981 Friday, July 30, 2010

Episode 1565 Thursday, July 9, 1981 Monday, August 2, 2010

Episode 1566 Friday, July 10, 1981 Monday, August 2, 2010

Episode 1567 Monday, July 13, 1981 Tuesday, August 3, 2010

Episode 1568 Tuesday, July 14, 1981 Tuesday, August 3, 2010

Episode 1569 Wednesday, July 15, 1981 Wednesday, August 4, 2010

Episode 1570 Thursday, July 16, 1981 Wednesday, August 4, 2010

Episode 1571 Friday, July 17, 1981 Thursday, August 5, 2010

Episode 1572 Monday, July 20, 1981 Thursday, August 5, 2010

Episode 1573 Tuesday, July 21, 1981 Friday, August 6, 2010

Episode 1574 Wednesday, July 22, 1981 Friday, August 6, 2010

Episode 1575 Thursday, July 23, 1981 Monday, August 9, 2010

Episode 1576 Friday, July 24, 1981 Monday, August 9, 2010

Episode 1577 Monday, July 27, 1981 Tuesday, August 10, 2010

Episode 1578 Tuesday, July 28, 1981 Tuesday, August 10, 2010

Episode 1579 Wednesday, July 29, 1981 Wednesday, August 11, 2010

Episode 1580 Thursday, July 30, 1981 Wednesday, August 11, 2010

Episode 1581 Friday, July 31, 1981 Thursday, August 12, 2010

Episode 1582 Monday, August 3, 1981 Thursday August 12, 2010

Episode 1583 Tuesday, August 4, 1981 Friday, August 13, 2010

Episode 1584 Wednesday, August 5, 1981 Friday, August 13, 2010

Episode 1585 Thursday, August 6, 1981 Monday, August 16, 2010

Episode 1586 Friday, August 7, 1981 Monday, August 16, 2010

Episode 1587 Monday, August 10, 1981 Tuesday, August 17, 2010

Episode 1588 Tuesday, August 11, 1981 Tuesday, August 17, 2010

Episode 1589 Wednesday, August 12, 1981 Wednesday, August 18, 2010

Episode 1590 Thursday, August 13, 1981 Wednesday, August 18, 2010

Episode 1591 Friday, August 14, 1981 Thursday, August 19, 2010

Episode 1592 Monday, August 17, 1981 Thursday, August 19, 2010

Episode 1593 Tuesday, August 18, 1981 Friday, August 20, 2010

Episode 1594 Wednesday, August 19, 1981 Friday, August 20, 2010

Episode 1595 Thursday, August 20, 1981 Monday, August 23, 2010

Episode 1596 Friday, August 21, 1981 Monday, August 23, 2010

Episode 1597 Monday, August 24, 1981 Tuesday, August 24, 2010

Episode 1598 Tuesday, August 25, 1981 Tuesday, August 24, 2010

Episode 1599 Wednesday, August 26, 1981 Wednesday, August 25, 2010

Episode 1600 Thursday, August 27, 1981 Wednesday, August 25, 2010

Episode 1601 Friday, August 28, 1981 Thursday, August 26, 2010

Episode 1602 Monday, August 31, 1981 Thursday, August 26, 2010

Episode 1603 Tuesday, September 1, 1981 Friday, August 27, 2010

Episode 1604 Wednesday, September 2, 1981 Friday, August 27, 2010

Episode 1605 Thursday, September 3, 1981 Monday, August 30, 2010

Episode 1606 Friday, September 4, 1981 Monday, August 30, 2010

Episode 1607 Monday, September 7, 1981 Tuesday, August 31, 2010

Episode 1608 Tuesday, September 8, 1981 Tuesday, August 31, 2010

Episode 1609 Wednesday, September 9, 1981 Wednesday, September 1, 2010

Episode 1610 Thursday, September 10, 1981 Wednesday, September 1, 2010

Episode 1611 Friday, September 11, 1981 Thursday, September 2, 2010

Episode 1612 Monday, September 14, 1981 Thursday, September 2, 2010

Episode 1613 Tuesday, September 15, 1981 Friday, September 3, 2010

Episode 1614 Wednesday, September 16, 1981 Friday, September 3, 2010

Episode 1615 Thursday, September 17, 1981 Monday, September 6, 2010

Episode 1616 Friday, September 18, 1981 Monday, September 6, 2010

Episode 1617 Monday, September 21, 1981 Tuesday, September 7, 2010

Episode 1618 Tuesday, September 22, 1981 Tuesday, September 7, 2010

Episode 1619 Wednesday, September 23, 1981 Wednesday, September 8, 2010

Episode 1620 Thursday, September 24, 1981 Wednesday, September 8, 2010

Episode 1621 Friday, September 25, 1981 Thursday, September 9, 2010

Episode 1622 Monday, September 28, 1981 Thursday, September 9, 2010

Episode 1623 Tuesday, September 29, 1981 Friday, September 10, 2010

Episode 1624 Wednesday, September 30, 1981 Friday, September 10, 2010

Episode 1625 Thursday, October 1, 1981 Monday, September 13, 2010

Episode 1626 Friday, October 2, 1981 Monday, September 13, 2010

Episode 1627 Monday, October 5, 1981 Tuesday, September 14, 2010

Episode 1628 Tuesday, October 6, 1981 Tuesday, September 14, 2010

Episode 1629 Wednesday, October 7, 1981 Wednesday, September 15, 2010

Episode 1630 Thursday, October 8, 1981 Wednesday, September 15, 2010

Episode 1631 Friday, October 9, 1981 Thursday, September 16, 2010

Episode 1632 Monday, October 12, 1981 Thursday, September 16, 2010

Episode 1633 Tuesday, October 13, 1981 Friday, September 17, 2010

Episode 1634 Wednesday, October 14, 1981 Friday, September 17, 2010

Episode 1635 Thursday, October 15, 1981 Monday, September 20, 2010

Episode 1636 Friday, October 16, 1981 Monday, September 20, 2010

Episode 1637 Monday, October 19, 1981 Tuesday, September 21, 2010

Episode 1638 Tuesday, October 20, 1981 Tuesday, September 21, 2010

Episode 1639 Wednesday, October 21, 1981 Wednesday, September 22, 2010

Episode 1640 Thursday, October 22, 1981 Wednesday, September 22, 2010

Episode 1641 Friday, October 23, 1981 Thursday, September 23, 2010

Episode 1642 Monday, October 26, 1981 Thursday, September 23, 2010

Episode 1643 Tuesday, October 27, 1981 Friday, September 24, 2010

Episode 1644 Wednesday, October 28, 1981 Friday, September 24, 2010

Episode 1645 Thursday, October 29, 1981 Monday, September 27, 2010

Episode 1646 Friday, October 30, 1981 Monday, September 27, 2010

Episode 1647 Monday, November 2, 1981 Tuesday, September 28, 2010

Episode 1648 Tuesday, November 3, 1981 Tuesday, September 28, 2010

Episode 1649 Wednesday, November 4, 1981 Wednesday, September 29, 2010

Episode 1650 Thursday, November 5, 1981 Wednesday, September 29, 2010

Episode 1651 Friday, November 6, 1981 Thursday, September 30, 2010

Episode 1652 Monday, November 9, 1981 Thursday, September 30, 2010

Episode 1653 Tuesday, November 10, 1981 Friday, October 1, 2010

Episode 1654 Wednesday, November 11, 1981 Friday, October 1, 2010

Episode 1655 Thursday, November 12, 1981 Monday, October 4, 2010

Episode 1656 Friday, November 13, 1981 Monday, October 4, 2010

Episode 1657 Monday, November 16, 1981 Tuesday, October 5, 2010

Episode 1658 Tuesday, November 17, 1981 Tuesday, October 5, 2010

Episode 1659 Wednesday, November 18, 1981 Wednesday, October 6, 2010

Episode 1660 Thursday, November 19, 1981 Wednesday, October 6, 2010

Episode 1661 Friday, November 20, 1981 Thursday, October 7, 2010

Episode 1662 Monday, November 23, 1981 Thursday, October 7, 2010

Episode 1663 Tuesday, November 24, 1981 Friday, October 8, 2010

Episode 1664 Wednesday, November 25, 1981 Friday, October 8, 2010

Episode 1665 Thursday, November 26, 1981 Monday, October 11, 2010

Episode 1666 Friday, November 27, 1981 Monday, October 11, 2010

Episode 1667 Monday, November 30, 1981 Tuesday, October 12, 2010

Episode 1668 Tuesday, December 1, 1981 Tuesday, October 12, 2010

Episode 1669 Wednesday, December 2, 1981 Wednesday, October 13, 2010

Episode 1670 Thursday, December 3, 1981 Wednesday, October 13, 2010

Episode 1671 Friday, December 4, 1981 Thursday, October 14, 2010

Episode 1672 Monday, December 7, 1981 Thursday, October 14, 2010

Episode 1673 Tuesday, December 8, 1981 Friday, October 15, 2010

Episode 1674 Wednesday, December 9, 1981 Friday, October 15, 2010

Episode 1675 Thursday, December 10, 1981 Monday, October 18, 2010

Episode 1676 Friday, December 11, 1981 Monday, October 18, 2010

Episode 1677 Monday, December 14, 1981 Tuesday, October 19, 2010

Episode 1678 Tuesday, December 15, 1981 Tuesday, October 19, 2010

Episode 1679 Wednesday, December 16, 1981 Wednesday, October 20, 2010

Episode 1680 Thursday, December 17, 1981 Wednesday, October 20, 2010

Episode 1681 Friday, December 18, 1981 Thursday, October 21, 2010

Episode 1682 Monday, December 21, 1981 Thursday, October 21, 2010

Episode 1683 Tuesday, December 22, 1981 Friday, October 22, 2010

Episode 1684 Wednesday, December 23, 1981 Friday, October 22, 2010

Episode 1685 Thursday, December 24, 1981 Monday, October 25, 2010

Episode 1686 Friday, December 25, 1981 Monday, October 25, 2010

Episode 1687 Monday, December 28, 1981 Tuesday, October 26, 2010

Episode 1688 Tuesday, December 29, 1981 Tuesday, October 26, 2010

Episode 1689 Wednesday, December 30, 1981 Wednesday, October 27, 2010

Episode 1690 Thursday, December 31, 1981 Wednesday, October 27, 2010

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