SYNOPSES: JULY 1981

JULY 1, 1981 (EP. #4316)
Sandy wanted to talk to Mac before testifying at the trial. Quinn welcomed Denny to the Blackhawk Project. Brian asked to see Rachel to tell her news regarding the divorce. Mac assured Sandy he plans to support him in court. Larry and Jerry wondered why Zachary mentioned multiple gun shots when Jordan was killed by one bullet. Brian told Mitch and Rachel the date of the divorce hearing has been set. Rachel and Mitch told Brian about the social worker’s visit. Quinn told Denny about the Blackhawk Project and admitted to never meeting Mr. Black face to face. Philip hoped to Mac his suspicions about the Arena would be confirmed in court. Sandy told Brian that Jerry’s gun was in Jordan’s possession. Rachel resented Alice’s attention to Amanda. Philip told Jamie he’s beginning to agree with his suspicions about Jordan Scott and the syndicate. Sandy told Brian about working for Jordan to spare Jerry, and about Jordan’s black book. Louise warned Alice not to try and replace Rachel as Amanda’s mother. Cecile drugged a martini for Jamie before Sally could catch her. Sandy surrendered the contents of Ilsa’s black book to Zachary after being cross-examined. Brian planned to read Jordan's black book after asking Sandy why he didn't mention its existence before. Ada told Louise it was probably too late for Mac and Rachel to reconcile. Jamie and Cecile complimented Sally on her help for the party. Leigh talked to Jamie about moving in with Sally. Cecile told Marianne and Kit that Marianne wasn't meant to have a baby right now. Jamie asked Melissa about Sandy's whereabouts. Sally convinced Leigh to mingle, but Leigh left with Rick after agreeing that they're not having a good time. Jamie convinced Sandy to come to Jamie and Cecile’s party. Denny told Clarice that he’s intrigued by his new employer. Rachel told Ada she doesn’t want Alice near Amanda. Sandy and Rick tended to Jamie, who felt ill after drinking. Mitch was too tired to hear about Rachel’s bad day. Jamie collapsed under the influence of Cecile’s pills. Cecile put Jamie's pills back into Jamie's jacket.

Note: First appearance of Petronia Paley as Quinn Harding.

JULY 2, 1981 (EP. #4317)
Rick had bad news for Cecile and Sandy about Jamie. Jamie told Russ and Linda that he hasn’t taken any pills in weeks. Brian called Louise looking for Sandy. Rick told Cecile and Sandy that Jamie is being transferred to the psychiatric ward and detoxification program. Larry and Denny discussed Blaine’s trial. Blaine couldn’t remember how many gun shots were fired the night Jordan was shot when Jerry asked. Cecile laid a guilt trip on Jamie, who asked to see Rachel. Mr. Black put Denny to work in buying an office building. Brian prepared Sandy to take the stand now that they have the client book. Cecile refused to let Jamie see Rachel. Russ promised Jamie that he would recover. Quinn told Denny that all Blackhawk Project employees are sworn to secrecy about its operations. Mac was shocked when Zachary forced Sandy to admit his past as an escort. Russ told Rachel that Cecile isolated Jamie from visitors. Rick and Linda moved Jamie to the detoxification center. Brian questioned Sandy about his association with Ilsa and his search for Jordan’s black book. Ada refused to let Rachel blame herself for Jamie’s condition. Rick discovered a medicine bottle that matched the one in the photograph of Jordan’s body. Mac offered to let Cecile stay at the Cory estate while Jamie recovers. Rick told Larry that the prescription in the photograph is an anticoagulant. Rick and Larry told Brian, Jerry, and Blaine they have something which may clear Blaine. Mac called Sandy his son when he arrived home from the trial.

JULY 3, 1981
Pre-empted due to Wimbledon coverage.

JULY 6, 1981 (EP. #4318)
Rick told Brian he thinks the medicine bottle has something to do with Jordan’s death. Blaine worried to Clarice that her testimony will hurt a lot of people. Mac wanted to talk to Sandy. Mac was understanding when Sandy revealed his past. Brian told Rick that the information regarding the anticoagulant may convince the court to exhume Jordan’s body. Blaine told Clarice that Larry and Jerry may not be able to forgive her once her past comes out in court. Larry found another bullet after receiving approval from Capt. Petroni to search Jordan’s house again. Mac agreed to let Cecile and Sandy take on some of Jamie’s job responsibilities. Brian assured the press all their questions will be answered once Blaine takes the stand. Cecile drugged some orange juice for Jamie. Brian was puzzled by the second bullet that Larry found at Jordan’s house. Jerry promised to stick by Blaine regardless of what is revealed at the trial. Brian realized that there are a lot of unanswered questions about Jordan’s death. Cecile refused to let Rachel see Jamie. Ilsa blackmailed Jason into helping her take care of Sandy. Blaine told Brian about her relationship with Jordan and fleeing from and returning to Bay City. Mac told Rachel to be patient with Jamie. Blaine told Brian about the night Jordan was shot. Mitch was disappointed when Rachel went to Mac for comfort instead of him. Marianne consoled Jamie, who had a nightmare. Jerry told Brian and Blaine that the court agreed to exhume Jordan’s body. Blaine worried about being cross-examined by Zachary.

JULY 7, 1981 (EP. #4319)
Mitch wanted Rachel to open up to him. Brian told the press he felt confident about Blaine’s case. Rachel told Mitch he can't comfort her about Jamie. Joey asked Kit to dinner. Jerry walked out when Blaine revealed to Zachary she married Jerry to sell information to the syndicate. Sally agreed to marry Leigh. Jason agreed to let Melissa warn Sandy about Ilsa’s people coming for him. Zachary got Blaine to admit that she caused Hazel to shoot Larry out of revenge. Rick warned Kit that she may be dating Joey on the rebound from Jerry. Ilsa sent Hannah and Lenny to Bay City. Larry forgave Blaine, but wasn’t sure Jerry would too. Ada was against Leigh and Sally getting married. Melissa suggested that Sandy have Mac pay Ilsa off. Blaine recounted for Zachary how Jordan was shot. Denny offered to purchase Mitch's gallery building for the Blackhawk project. Sandy told Melissa that Jason’s name is in Ilsa’s client book. Blaine told Brian that she never considered killing Jordan. Ada told Rachel not to let her concerns for Jamie ruin her relationship with Mitch. Jason admitted to Melissa that he and Ilsa rigged Tracy's fatal car explosion. Blaine tried to talk to Jerry. Rachel promised Mitch she’d forget her past with Mac and come to him for support. Jerry told Blaine he can never trust her again.

JULY 8, 1981 (EP. #4320)
Jerry quit Brian's firm after discovering Blaine was mob property during their marriage. Alice learned second-hand from Linda that Sally and Leigh are engaged. Mitch received a bruised eye while trying to break up a fight between Larry and Jerry. Melissa told Sandy of Jason's involvement in Tracy's death. Joey sensed Kit still loves Jerry.

JULY 9, 1981 (EP. #4321)
Rachel didn’t want to move out of Bay City when Mitch considered taking Denny up on his offer to buy the art gallery. Leigh left the apartment when Alice asked to speak to Sally alone. Rick asked to meet with Larry. Leigh assured Joey that he has considered marrying Sally very carefully. Mitch asked Philip for photography work. Rick showed Larry a list of six people who have the prescription found in the photo of Jordan’s body. Alice hoped Sally would change her mind about marrying Leigh. Denny asked Larry to investigate the Blackhawk Project. Brian couldn’t convince Jerry to remain at his firm. Jerry told Brian he’s thinking of rejoining the police force. Marianne read a letter from Pat suggesting she grieve for the loss of her child. Larry asked Capt. Petroni for a search warrant after showing him the list of people with a prescription for the anticoagulant. Rick told Marianne traces of drugs are still in Jamie’s blood stream. Quinn gave Denny the keys to his new apartment at the Bayview Towers. Joey told Leigh that he and Kit are taking their relationship slowly. Marianne told Rachel she’ll let her know as soon as Jamie asks to see her. Larry liked the idea of having Jerry back on the police force as his partner. Alice agreed to check on Jamie’s condition for Mac. Sandy promised Rachel he won’t get in the way of Jamie’s work or relationship with Mac. Jamie asked Marianne to have Mac and Rachel visit him in the hospital. Larry found Jordan’s client book among someone’s possessions.

JULY 10, 1981 (EP. #4322)
Brian was telling Blaine that traces of an anticoagulant were found in Jordan’s body, when Larry walked in with Jordan’s client book. Mac told Sandy he has a way to stop people from talking about him. Marianne told Mitch that Jamie wants to see Rachel. Ilsa called Jason to ensure his cooperation with Hannah and Lenny. Sandy refused to let Mac tell everyone about their father-son relationship. Larry and Brian hoped the client book would prove that Blaine didn’t cause Jordan’s death. Mitch told Rachel that Jamie wants to see her at the hospital. Sandy and Melissa were turned away from L'Auberge. Brian asked Judge Maxwell for a fifteen-minute recess. Jamie assured Mac and Rachel that he will recover completely. In court, Brian questioned Mitch about the medicine bottle found in the photograph of Jordan’s body. Cecile lied to Russ that Jamie hit and raped her, and didn’t want any visitors at the hospital. Jamie told Mac and Rachel that he’s seeing a psychiatrist. Jamie asked to speak with Mac alone. Melissa worried to Sandy about the people Ilsa is sending to Bay City. Rick told Brian that the prescription in the medicine bottle was an anticoagulant, which can cause someone to bleed to death. Jamie asked Mac for some time off from work. Cecile blamed Rachel for Jamie’s condition. The coroner, Dr. Barrows, told Brian that Jordan may have lived had he been treated for his gunshot wound and not been given the anticoagulant. Rachel told Mac she no longer trusts Cecile. Brian questioned Larry about the second bullet found in Jordan’s house. Cecile cried on Sandy’s shoulder about Jamie. Mitch was bothered by seeing Rachel with Mac. Brian called Zachary to the stand.

JULY 13, 1981 (EP. #4323)
Judge Maxwell agreed when Zachary called a meeting with Brian, who called Zachary to the stand. Mitch wondered if Rachel made a mistake by leaving Mac. Larry encouraged Blaine to trust Brian. Mitch tried to convince Rachel to sell the gallery building to Denny. Judge Maxwell permitted Brian to put Zachary on the stand as a witness for the defense. Jim advised Alice not to interfere in Sally’s life. Denny was puzzled by Mr. Black and Quinn’s urgency to get Mitch to sell the art gallery. Philip and Mitch discussed the Connection. Ada told Clarice she has the feeling that Leigh is hesitant to marry Sally. The court swore Zachary in as a witness. Cecile told Sandy that Russ thinks Jamie may be having a nervous breakdown. Denny told Clarice he’s moving to the Bayview Towers. Denny decided to talk to Leigh about his engagement to Sally. Brian questioned Zachary about gambling at the Arena. Cecile assured Sandy that she wants to make her marriage to Jamie work. Sally walked in as Leigh ordered Denny out of his life. Zachary admitted to taking the same anticoagulant that was found in the photograph of Jordan’s body. Leigh and Sally decided to go through with their engagement despite opposition. Zachary said he arrived at the scene of the crime after the police did. Sandy told Mac that Cecile seemed frightened by Jamie's eventual homecoming. Judge Maxwell agreed to let Brian retain Zachary as a witness for a later time.

JULY 14, 1981 (EP. #4324)
Cecile told Mac she wonders if Jamie still loves her. Lenny told Ilsa that Sandy is living with Mac and has a bodyguard. Ilsa ordered Lenny and Hannah to kill Sandy. Brian encouraged Blaine to have faith in him regarding the trial. Cecile told Mac that Jamie abused her while under the influence of pills and that Jamie loves Marianne. Mac asked Cecile to love and support Jamie. Brian and Larry asked Capt. Petroni to put Zachary under surveillance. Russ was hesitant to release Jamie from the hospital and recommended he continue seeing a psychiatrist. Blaine resolved not to hurt anyone ever again. Zachary tried to convince Judge Maxwell that Brian is using Blaine’s trial for political aspirations. Russ told Rick he plans to keep a close watch on Jamie. Larry urged Jerry to talk to Blaine. Sandy warned Melissa to be careful with Jason. Melissa was vague with Ilsa about her association with Sandy while in Bay City. Jason promised Ilsa he’d cooperate with Lenny and Hannah. Russ told Mac that something still may be wrong with Jamie, who continued to deny taking pills. Russ gave Alice his blessing to see Mac. Blaine overheard Denny discourage Jerry from rejoining the police force. Sandy suggested Mac talk to Jamie. Mac hoped Sandy would reveal their father-son relationship to other people soon. Melissa tried to convince Sandy to pay Ilsa off. Louise seemed doubtful when Mac mentioned Cecile may be exactly what Jamie needs. Larry laid into Denny for discouraging Jerry. Philip refused to write an article on Zachary’s opinion of Blaine’s trial. Jamie was angry when he found an empty pill bottle in his suite.

JULY 15, 1981 (EP. #4325)
Joey informed Brian that he was asked to rig a game for Zachary while at the Arena. Cecile pretended to be scared when Sandy told her Jamie has been released from the hospital. Jamie told Mac that he thinks someone slipped pills into his drinks, but couldn’t figure out the reason. Cecile told Sandy that Liz received a call from a woman asking what hours he works at the Complex. Joey admitted he never witnessed a game being rigged for Zachary. Jamie refused Mac’s help. Sandy asked Jerry to make a go of his relationship with Kit. Mitch was rejected for a loan on some photography equipment. Joey was jealous to see Jerry and Kit talking. Kit said she wasn’t sure when Joey asked if she still loves Jerry. Mac told Rachel that he’s worried about Jamie. Mitch was upset over seeing Mac and Rachel talking at the gallery. Cecile assured Philip that she loves Jamie. Cecile asked Philip to let Jamie write another article for the Ledger. Russ described how he treated Zachary for his medical condition. Russ told Zachary that only six people have the anticoagulant, but admitted it could’ve been prescribed outside of Bay City. Judge Maxwell agreed when Zachary requested a private recess with him and Brian. Sandy told Jamie that Cecile is scared of him. Jamie told Sandy that someone may have given him the pills which caused his collapse. Judge Maxwell allowed Brian one more day to present his case before the trial concludes. Rachel reassured Mitch of her love for him. Mitch agreed with Jamie’s suspicions that someone has been drugging him. Brian asked Larry to obtain a search warrant of Zachary’s apartment in hopes of finding more evidence.

JULY 16, 1981 (EP. #4326)
Sandy told Cecile that Jamie thinks someone drugged him at the party. Joey told Rick he isn’t sure how Kit feels about Jerry. Rachel wanted to talk to Jamie about Cecile. Ilsa ordered Lenny and Hannah to find, but not kill Sandy. Melissa and Randy overheard Jess tell Jason to buy the Connection’s liquor through the syndicate to raise profits. Cecile acted surprised when Sandy told her of Jamie’s suspicions of being drugged at the party. Rachel told Jamie that Mitch suspects Cecile was the person who drugged him. Jason lied to Mitch about why Jess was at the Connection. Joey admitted his feelings for Kit to Rick. Rachel witnessed Cecile kissing Sandy out of gratitude for his help and support. Rick wanted to give Marianne a romantic evening. Lenny and Hannah spied on Sandy. Rachel blamed Sandy and Cecile for Jamie’s near overdose. Cecile welcomed Jamie home with kisses. Mitch told Melissa he doesn’t want to compete with Mac for Rachel’s affections. Randy called Mr. Bond about seeing Jess at the Connection. Cecile suggested Rick was the one who slipped pills into Jamie’s drinks out of jealousy. Cecile became intimate with Jamie while thinking about Sandy. Marianne admitted to being afraid of making love to Rick because of the loss of their child. Melissa urged Sandy to call and make a deal with Ilsa. Jamie told Cecile he loves her. Rachel informed Mitch she doesn’t know what more she can do to prove her love for him.

JULY 17, 1981 (EP. #4327)
Brian planned to recall Larry as a witness and then stall for time while Larry went to search Zachary’s apartment. Mr. Bond told Mac that the syndicate still has a presence at the Connection, which will help him in the custody case. Mac called Rachel wanting to speak with her. In court, Zachary objected to Brian’s contention that he withheld evidence during the trial. Mac suggested Rachel talk to Mitch about working at the Connection when Rachel refused to compromise on Amanda’s custody. Larry informed Brian that he found Jordan’s black book in Zachary’s apartment. Sandy called Ilsa. Joey told Kit that he loves her. Ilsa made a cryptic call to Hannah after Sandy offered to pay Ilsa off with $100,000. Rick was shocked when Jamie asked if he was the person who drugged him. Sandy wondered to Melissa how he’s going to come up with the money to buy off Ilsa. Larry found a tape under Zachary’s table. Russ told Mac that Jamie may need to be institutionalized. Cecile overheard Melissa tell Jamie that Sandy needs money to buy his way out of trouble. Larry told Brian he found a recording of a conversation between Zachary and Jordan, where Jordan blackmailed Zachary with his gambling markers. Cecile convinced Mac to provide Sandy with the $100,000 he needs. Blaine was acquitted when Zachary admitted to injecting Jordan with the anticoagulant that killed him. Zachary was escorted out of court by the bailiff. Brian told Larry and Blaine that Zachary has to go through psychological exams to see if he's fit to stand trial.

Note: Episode includes a “new” flashback featuring J Kenneth Campbell as Jordan Scott. Last appearance of Curt Dawson as Zachary Colton.

JULY 20, 1981 (EP. #4328)
Larry and Brian interrupted Blaine remembering Zachary’s admittance of guilt. Jamie offered to help Sandy find the money he needs. Rachel decided to see Brian after telling Mitch of her last conversation with Mac. Larry tried to reassure a guilt-ridden Blaine that she’s a good person who never meant to hurt anyone. Brian predicted that Blaine may have to testify against the syndicate. Sandy wasn’t optimistic about his chances of being free from Ilsa. Hannah and Lenny forced Jason to get floor plans of the Cory Mansion and details of its security system. Brian convinced Rachel to postpone the custody hearing in order to investigate the mob. Jason worried about Ilsa using Tracy's death to blackmail him. Melissa revealed their father-son relationship when Jason was puzzled by Mac’s interest in Sandy. Cecile confided in Sally about her concerns for Jamie’s mental health. Jason pumped Mitch for information on the layout and security of the Cory estate. In front of Sally, Jamie and Cecile argued over the bottle of pills that Cecile planted in their suite. Sandy refused when Melissa urged him to buy off Ilsa. Alice decided to talk to Russ after hearing about Jamie and Cecile's argument from Sally. Jason leveled with Mitch about the syndicate’s involvement in the Connection when Randy and Mitch discovered a box of illegal liquor. Alice and Sally resolved their differences. Rick told Marianne he’s tired of living in Jamie’s shadow. Marianne was reluctant to be intimate with Rick again. Mac suggested they go to the police for protection when Sandy refused Mac's money. Rachel was disappointed when Mitch decided not to come home to the gallery for the night.

JULY 21, 1981 (EP. #4329)
Mitch quit the Connection after punching Jason for lying to him about its involvement in the syndicate. Cecile apologized to Jamie for their argument, but denied planting the pills. Mac asked Larry about protecting Sandy. Larry recommended putting Sandy into police custody after Sandy provided details about Ilsa and her henchmen. Cecile made Jamie promise not to return to work until he’s better. Jason told Mitch he’s cooperating with the syndicate since Ilsa is blackmailing him and threatening to return Melissa to Las Vegas. Blaine informed Larry that she’s moving into the mansion she shared with Jordan to get over the memories and come to terms with what happened. Melissa called Sandy on his penchant for sacrificing himself for everyone else. Sandy resolved not to let Mac get hurt because of him. Russ told Dr. Doris Wagner he has doubts about Jamie’s improvement. Philip told Brian that the syndicate is involved with the Connection. Dr. Wagner suggested Jamie check into a psychiatric hospital. Melissa admitted to Blaine that Sandy is in trouble because of the information that came out during the trial. Mac decided to talk to Russ after Alice told him about Jamie and Cecile’s last argument. Brian told Rachel that Mitch working at the Connection will affect Amanda’s custody. Blaine worried about testifying against the syndicate and having new charges brought against her. Ilsa called Jason to ensure his cooperation. Russ asked for Mac’s help with convincing Jamie to commit himself. Mitch decided to tell Brian that he quit the Connection. Mitch comforted an upset Rachel. Jamie and Sandy decided to switch identities to avoid their adversaries.

JULY 22, 1981 (EP. #4330)
Melissa was skeptical when Jamie and Sandy revealed their plan to switch identities. Ilsa instructed Hannah to get the $100,000, kill Sandy, and get rid of Mac if necessary. At the mansion, Blaine had another flashback of shooting Jordan. Melissa agreed to check out Ilsa’s people and be Jamie and Sandy’s contact. Marianne admitted to Olivia that she’s afraid of having another miscarriage. Blaine remembered sleeping with Jordan. Kit told Jerry she needed time to think, but agreed to speak with him later. Mitch asked to meet with Denny at the art gallery. Blaine made a phone call after recalling Jamie offering his support to her. Kit and Joey decided to have lunch together. Jamie borrowed Jerry’s answering machine and lied that he’s checking into a psychiatric hospital. Jason gave Lenny information about the Cory estate’s floor plan and security system. After Mitch agreed to sell the apartment, Denny told Mitch his boss plans to use the apartment's roof as a heliport. Rick told Joey he thinks something is wrong with Marianne. Louise put Amanda down for a nap while Jamie told Mac he’s committing himself. Joey recommended that Rick give Marianne some space. Denny told Larry that he’s moving into an apartment at the Bayview Towers. Denny apologized to Larry for discouraging Jerry from joining the police force. Kit confided in Marianne about her feelings towards Joey and breakup with Jerry. Sandy told Mac it would be better for everyone’s safety if he leaves town. Jamie and Blaine looked back on the good ole days. Sandy told Mac he is going to stay with his half-sister in Indiana for a while. Blaine and Jamie kissed after she thanked him for visiting her.

JULY 23, 1981 (EP. #4331)
Mitch told Brian he didn’t know the syndicate was involved in the Connection. Jamie wanted to know Cecile’s reaction to him leaving for the psychiatric hospital. Larry told Blaine that Brian wants to see her. Cecile thought Jamie was doing the right thing by committing himself. Brian promised Rachel and Mitch he will do everything possible to help Rachel win custody of Amanda. Sally encouraged Leigh to make amends with Denny. Brian told Blaine and Larry that the new DA isn’t bringing charges against Blaine, provided she gives information about the Arena and the escort service. Sally invited Denny over for dinner. Rachel reluctantly accepted Jamie’s decision to enter the psychiatric hospital. Sally convinced Leigh to make an effort with Denny. Blaine was against it when Larry suggested talking to Jerry. Rachel told Mitch she blames Mac for Jamie’s decision to commit himself. Sally left Leigh and Denny to talk alone. Blaine had a nightmare that Jordan was alive and visited her at the mansion. Leigh refused when Denny offered to find him a job at the Blackhawk project. Blaine told Melissa that, in order for the charges to be dropped against her, she has to implicate Melissa and Jason in the syndicate’s illegal activities. Jamie and Sandy finalized their plan to switch identities. Melissa told Blaine that Sandy has left town. Rachel accused Mac of convincing Jamie to commit himself to allow Sandy to take over his position at Cory Publishing. Sandy checked himself into the psychiatric hospital as Jamie. Rachel thought Mac blind when Mac told her Cecile would be taking over Jamie and Sandy’s job responsibilities while they’re away. Jamie and Sandy said their goodbyes.

Note: Special appearance by J Kenneth Campbell as Jordan Scott.

JULY 24, 1981 (EP. #4332)
Cecile told Mac that Jamie getting help will be to everyone’s advantage. Sandy recalled he and Jamie planning to switch identities. Lenny and Hannah were nearly caught snooping around the Cory estate grounds by Louise and Amanda. Cecile was thrilled when Mac left her in charge of Brava while Jamie and Sandy are away. Lenny and Hannah decided to talk to Jason after finding Sandy missing from the Cory estate. Rachel laid into Russ for recommending that Jamie commit himself into the psychiatric hospital. Cecile called Sally to tell her she’s going to visit Jamie at the hospital. Melissa overheard Lenny and Hannah question Jason about Sandy’s whereabouts. Larry convinced Jerry to leave his loft to settle some personal matters. Lenny called Ilsa to let her know they are checking on Mac’s other properties for Sandy. Jason tried to reassure Melissa that Lenny and Hannah won’t find Sandy. Larry left Blaine and Jerry alone to talk. Cecile fumed when she was unable to visit Jamie at the hospital. Melissa left a message for Jamie warning him that Lenny and Hannah are searching all of Mac’s properties for Sandy. Jerry told Blaine he can never love or trust her again. Alice assured Mac that Jamie will get better. Lenny and Hannah stopped Jamie from leaving the Cory cabin. Rachel told Mitch she feels like everyone she loves is slipping away from her. Sandy was informed about Cecile’s visit. Hannah told Jamie he’s being kept alive until Ilsa gets the $100,000. Rachel and Mitch became intimate. Hannah knocked Jamie out when he tried to escape.

JULY 27, 1981 (EP. #4333)
Hannah knocked Jamie out when he tried to escape. Lenny had doubts about Jamie being Sandy. A nurse told Sandy that Dr. Feldman wants to see him. Blaine told Larry that it’s over between her and Jerry. Blaine planned to fight the nightmares about Jordan she’s been having. Sandy told Dr. Feldman he checked into the psychiatric hospital to get his life together. Melissa worried to Jason about Hannah and Lenny not returning to the Connection. Sandy’s bodyguard told Mac he followed Sandy out of town but lost track of him. Dr. Feldman questioned Sandy about the night leading up to his collapse from drugs. Melissa called the Cory cabin asking for Jamie to call her back. Jerry offered to help Larry investigate the Blackhawk project. Joey invited Kit over to his apartment for dinner. Hannah told Lenny that Ilsa wants them to keep Jamie alive and get the $100,000 from Mac. Joey cut Leigh’s visit short to prepare dinner for Kit. Denny and Jerry made amends. Jerry was interested when Denny mentioned that all Blackhawk employees are sworn to secrecy. Dr. Feldman discussed Sandy’s case with Dr. Doris Wagner. Lenny left Hannah alone with Jamie to have the ransom note delivered to Mac. Joey and Kit enjoyed spending time together. Jason told Melissa he thinks that Ilsa’s people have found Sandy. Kit and Joey kissed when Kit told Joey she never stopped loving him. Jamie was skeptical when Hannah mentioned Ilsa only wants the $100,000 from Mac.

JULY 28, 1981 (EP. #4334)
Brian and Larry prepared Blaine for her meeting with the new DA. Liz delivered mail from the security guard to Mac. Hannah agreed to leave Jamie alone for a while. Arthur Cunningham, the new DA, questioned Blaine about the Arena and Jess Cooper. Despite Ada’s warnings, Rachel felt confident about her chances at the custody hearing. Melissa left another message for Jamie asking for a call back. A nurse allowed Sandy to make a phone call after giving him some medication. Blaine told Arthur Cunningham about the escort service. Mac was puzzled by the ransom note Liz gave him. Curtis Eldon asked Denny to compile dossiers on Rick, Taylor, Alice, Jamie, and Mac and to halt Larry and Jerry’s investigation of the Blackhawk project. Melissa told Blaine about Jamie and Sandy switching identities. Cecile suggested Mac call Sandy’s half-sister to verify Sandy’s whereabouts. A nurse worried she gave Sandy someone else’s medication. Sandy asked Jamie to visit him at the hospital after becoming ill. Sandy’s half-sister gave Mac a phone number where Sandy can be reached. Quinn told Denny that Mr. Black expects complete loyalty from his employees. Sandy demanded to see Jamie after breaking a mirror. Jason tried to comfort Melissa, who worried about Sandy. Brian suggested to Rachel that they have Jamie testify about her being a good mother. Hannah and Jack, another of Ilsa’s thugs, overheard Mac leave a message for Sandy. Mac and Cecile decided to go to the Cory estate to wait for word on Sandy. Jamie asked Jack what he plans to do with the ransom money.

Note: First appearance of William Bogart as Curtis Eldon.

JULY 29, 1981 (EP. #4335)
Rachel demanded to see Jamie at the hospital. Mac refused to pay the ransom money until he’s given proof that Sandy is still alive. Blaine tried to convince Jason to level with the new DA. Dr. Feldman agreed to tell Jamie that Rachel wants him to testify at Amanda’s custody hearing. Hannah and Jack took a picture of Jamie to give to Mac. Mac asked Mr. Warren to withdraw $100,000 from his account. Jess called Jason requesting to meet with him. Hannah asked Jamie about his job as an escort for Ilsa. Jamie tried to escape after nearly letting Hannah seduce him. Jess promoted Jason to sole owner of the Connection and the Sporting Life and told him not to speak with the new DA. A delusional Sandy nearly blew his and Jamie’s cover with Dr. Feldman, who gave Sandy a sedative. Rachel told Ada she plans to surprise Mitch with a picnic because she feels confident about winning custody of Amanda. Jason poured on the charm after telling Melissa about his conversation with Jess. Dr. Feldman informed Dr. Doris Wagner he may request that Jamie remain at the hospital for an extended period of time. Hannah and Jack held Jamie at gunpoint. Rachel drove Mitch to the lake. Jack beat up Jamie in front of Hannah. Rachel told Mitch she feels good about Jamie, Amanda, and their relationship. Mac was surprised to find the picture of Jamie among the mail Liz left for him. Jack had Hannah tie Jamie up in the living room of the cabin.

JULY 30, 1981 (EP. #4336)
Sandy agreed when Dr. Feldman suggested he remain at the hospital for an extended period of time. Jack told Hannah that Sandy is going to be killed once the $100,000 is obtained. Mac told Rachel that Jamie has been kidnapped. Jamie didn’t think it a good idea when Jack unplugged the answering machine after Sandy called. Blaine told Melissa that the syndicate is removing its holdings from Bay City. Melissa received a call from the DA requesting to meet with her. Mac comforted Rachel, who accused Mac of bargaining Jamie’s life for Sandy’s. Joey asked Kit on a date. Mitch decided to offer Mac his help when Rachel told him Jamie has been kidnapped. Jerry paid off Kit’s loan and promised to pay her back for his medical bills. Rick overheard Kit reject Jerry for a date. Brian agreed to accompany Melissa during her meeting with the DA. Rachel blamed Ada for Jamie’s kidnapping. Rick warned Kit not to let her money get in the way of a relationship with Joey. Liz told Cecile that Mac wants to see her at the Cory estate. Joey assured Kit that he loves her despite her wealth. Melissa told Arthur Cunningham about the escort service, but refused to answer any questions about Jason. Mac asked Mitch to comfort Rachel. Melissa denied it when Blaine asked if she and Jason are getting serious. Mac told Cecile about Jamie’s kidnapping. Melissa tried to call Jamie. Mac told Cecile he plans to do everything he can to make sure Jamie is freed.