Hilliard reluctantly accepts Gomez's support, because he is hoping for a large campaign contribution. Sam Hilliard ( Allyn Joslyn) is running for city council, and Gomez throws his support behind the man. All of Gomez's favorite candidates were losers. Note: The growling bearskin rug is named Bruno.Įlection day is nearing, and Gomez is getting very excited. Grandpa Squint and Aunt Vendetta (who may or may not be alive, causing Gomez to check).

When she discovers what she's been mistaken for, she quickly leaves the house.įamily mentioned: Cousin Eustace (Morticia knits a sweater with a long neck). She's actually a door-to-door cosmetics saleswoman, and her smooth and mildly seductive sales pitch is mistaken for a callous disregard in matters of the heart. She's appears to be a desperate wanna-be housewife with suitcase in hand ready to move in. When Miss Carver ( Merry Anders) appears at the door, she's mistaken for Fester's correspondent. Fester finally fesses up and writes a letter, with Gomez happy to snap a picture to go with it. He's been scanning the lonely hearts columns looking for a bride. Romance: Morticia's first use of the word 'Bubele' prompts Gomez's comparatively modest reaction, which will become the more exaggerated 'Tish, that's French' shtick as the series evolves.įester has taken to intercepting the daily newspaper deliveries. The caption reads 'Well, he certainly doesn't take after my side of the family'. Black believes the boy has gotten his aggressions out, but in reality, Pugsley is back to his normal self.Ĭartoon reference: The Pugsley character is in a Boy Scout uniform saluting in front of a mirror. When the Doctor sees the decor of the Addams house, he believes that is where the problem lies.

But, things don't get better and Morticia calls Dr. Black recommends indulging the boy's new directions for a while, strange as they might seem. Much to their horror and shame, Pugsley shows a sudden keen interest in joining the Boy Scouts and raising a puppy. Petrie) when Pugsley starts displaying normal childhood behavior and interests. Gomez and Morticia call in child psychiatrist Dr. Madge Blake guest-stars as the principal Miss Comstock, Nydia Westman as Miss Morrison, and Rolfe Sedan as the postman.įamily mentioned: Cousin Imar, who has three arms. After some discussion, Hilliard says he agrees with them and will talk to the school board. When he refuses to come, Lurch goes and gets him. Gomez and Morticia wish to talk to Hilliard about it. But they take action when a fairy tale book that depicts a violent action where a knight slaying a dragon saddens Wednesday. However, Gomez and Morticia are persuaded to let the kids go to school. After Hilliard sees the house and the children, he tells the principal they should stay home.

When Gomez and Morticia keep Wednesday and Pugsley home from school, truant officer Sam Hilliard ( Allyn Joslyn) pays a visit.

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