Many Happy Returns

Episode 1

Pilot Show

Mon, Sep 21, 1964 30 mins

Walter Burnley new job begins when a bride-to-be Susan Jones brings back her gifts due to a disagreement. Burnley tries to get the marriage back on track leading people to believe he's the new groom for the young woman.

Episode 2

Walter Meets the Machine

Mon, Sep 28, 1964 30 mins

Burnley's boss Mr. Sharp is intent on replacing the returns department with a computer named IRMA. Burnley must demonstrate the human beings can do the job better than a machine.

Episode 3

It Shouldn't Happen to a Dog

Mon, Oct 5, 1964 30 mins

Aa lady returns a dog to the department store some Walter gifts the animal to his granddaughter Laurie. The woman's angry husband shows up demanding the return of the pet but Walter knows it would break the little girl's heart.

Episode 4

Bye, Bye Cupid

Mon, Oct 12, 1964 30 mins

Walter Burnley's boss Owen Sharp has an unmarried sister and devises an idea to get her her wed. Sharp invites the two on his boat and hopes a relationship develop. Burnley must extricate himself from situation without offending his superior.

Episode 5

Burnley at the Bridge

Mon, Oct 19, 1964 30 mins

When Burnley's associate Lynn announces her engagement to a soldier he is concerned. Burnley takes on the role of proxy dad trying to decide whether the young man is good enough for his friend.

Episode 6

Joe's Place

Mon, Oct 26, 1964 30 mins

When Joan decides to host an elegant dinner party she asks her father Walter to make himself scarce. Walter relocates to a nearby business, feelings hurt, wondering if he's a bother and should move out.

Episode 7

The Best Seller

Mon, Nov 9, 1964 30 mins

Walter meets an author whose latest work has proven to be less than successful. Walter thinks he can turn the book's fortunes around if it's promoted in the department store.

Episode 8

Mother Burnley's Chickens

Mon, Nov 16, 1964 30 mins

Harry is a nervous wreck, and Walter discovers why when he baby-sits with Harry's eight mischievous kids.

Episode 9

Krockmeyer on Avon

Mon, Nov 23, 1964 30 mins

Walter takes over the store's drama group after Mr. Hefflefinger, its regular director, is fired in a dispute with Mr. Sharp.

Episode 10

East is West

Mon, Nov 30, 1964 30 mins

Burnley feels the pressure when he is tasked with landing Matsui Cameras for Krockmeyer's store. Burney finds the language and cultural differences difficult to overcome with the representatives.

Episode 11

The House Divided

Mon, Dec 7, 1964 30 mins

A customer falls in Walter's department, injuring himself and filing a lawsuit against Krockmeyer's. Walter believes the case is frivolous and is outraged his son-in-law Bob Randall is representing the man.

Episode 12

The Fashion Show

Sun, Dec 13, 1964 30 mins

Krockmeyer's is staging a special fashion show and allows the planner to take over store. Walter is especially annoyed when she commanders his office as hers and is determined to get his way in the end.

Episode 13

The Shoplifter

Mon, Dec 21, 1964 30 mins

When a lady repeatedly returns items for cash Burnley proceeds to investigate why. Walter believes the woman is shoplifting the merchandise but has difficulty proving it because of her nature.

Episode 14

The Surprise Visit

Mon, Dec 28, 1964 30 mins

Burnley is happy as his department is running smoothly and returns are at a low rate. Burnley's boss Mr. Sharp decides the return division is over staffed and wants someone fired. Burnley works to circumvent the plans.

Episode 15

Taming of the Beast

Mon, Jan 4, 1965 30 mins

Wilma's building is to be torn down but her cat is about to have kittens so she's trying to postpone leaving. Burnley joins his friend in facing down the demolition crew.

Episode 16

No Nose is Good Nose

Mon, Jan 11, 1965 30 mins

Episode 17

Foster Father of the Bride

Mon, Jan 18, 1965 30 mins

Episode 18

The Diamond

Mon, Jan 25, 1965 30 mins

Episode 19

Three on a Honeymoon

Mon, Feb 1, 1965 30 mins

Burnley is in Krockmeyer's after hours and believes he hears prowlers. It turns out to be young honeymooners who have nowhere to stay so Walter tries to make the event memorable.

Episode 20

Pop Goes the Easel

Mon, Feb 8, 1965 30 mins

Burnley meets an artist who is short on supplies. He gives the painter a canvas to use thinking the original is worthless. Burnley panics when he's informed the art is valuable and tries to prevent it's destruction.

Episode 21

The Krockmeyer Caper

Mon, Feb 15, 1965 30 mins

Burnley sees that a golf bag in excellent condition has been brought back and purchases it himself. But robbers have stashed their loot in the bag and are determined to get it back, putting Walter in danger.

Episode 22

Big White Lie

Mon, Mar 8, 1965 30 mins

Walter spars with a woman shopper, believing her to be a difficult case. The woman though is testing Krockmeyer's service ahead of a proposed merger. Burnley must remedy her opinion of the him and the business.

Episode 23

Idol Threats

Mon, Mar 22, 1965 30 mins

An ivory statue that a customer bought at Krockmeyer's is returned and the reason puzzles Burnley. The angry person thinks the item is cursed and Walter has to prove that's a falsehood.

Episode 24

A Date for Walter

Mon, Mar 29, 1965 30 mins

Joe has been emotional as of late and Walter finds out the reason is a woman. Walter tries to arrange a date for Joe but gets involved far more than he intended to. Burnlet must extricate himself from a delicate situation.

Episode 25

The Woodsman

Mon, Apr 5, 1965 30 mins

Burnley meets two young Ingram boys who are returning a tent because their dad is to busy to take them camping. Burnley becomes personally involved when he tries to convince the father the importance of family time.

Episode 26

It's a Gift

Mon, Apr 12, 1965 30 mins