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Mary urges Lester to give Calvin a job so that he will spend less time with Brenda.

Young Man With a Job

Lottery opponent Mary falls victim to gambling fever.

Pick Six

Sandra's arrogant basketball-player beau leads Calvin astray.

Slam Dunked

Mary and Lester host a golden-anniversary party for her parents.

Fifty Big Ones

Lester's plan to buy a sports car goes awry when Mary decides to redecorate.

Redecorating Blues

Lester's former boss pays a visit, giving the impression he's wealthy.

We the People

Teenager Calvin pledges his love for Sandra.

A Young Man's Fancy

Brenda says she is library-bound, but meets Calvin at a dance instead.

Brenda's Last Date

Rose is attracted to a man Sandra rejects as being too straight-laced.

The Bed of Rose's

Mary and her friends have no place to worship on Christmas Day.

Mary's Christmas

Mary and Sandra compete over who will be the better piano player.

The Big Piano Play-Off

Mary is shocked when Brenda asks Sandra for tips on how to attract a boy.

A Daughter Is a Precious Thing

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