SYNOPSES: OCTOBER 1981

OCTOBER 1, 1981 (EP. #4381)
Mac told Rachel that Alice has accepted his marriage proposal. Philip asked Sandy to take a photograph of Mr. Black. Sally laid into Jamie for leaving Cecile, quitting his job, and disappearing. Rachel refused to give Mac her blessing towards his engagement and didn’t believe Mac when he mentioned Cecile told him that Jamie is with Marianne. Rachel accused Mac of replacing her and Jamie with Alice and Sandy. Philip requested that Sandy take pictures of the Blackhawk Project and dock site. Jamie told Sally he’s registering for classes at Bay State and has found a new job. Ada urged Rachel to accept Mac and Alice’s impending nuptials. Larry promised Clarice that he’ll stop the weird phone calls. A guard suggested Sandy ask Denny for permission to photograph the Blackhawk project. Jerry offered to buy an answering machine for Larry and Clarice. Denny asked a lonely Sally to dinner. Jamie was surprised to hear from Rachel that Mac thinks he’s with Marianne. Jamie wouldn’t reveal his current whereabouts but told Rachel he’s working construction. Jerry and Larry hoped to capture Clarice’s breathy calls on the answering machine. Quinn arranged for Sandy to have access to the Blackhawk Project. Ada approved of Jamie’s choice to make it on his own and suggested Rachel pay more attention to her relationship with Mitch. Frankie updated Denny on the construction of the penthouse. Sandy took pictures and pumped a guard for information about Mr. Black. Denny discussed Leigh and his job with Sally. Sandy told Philip about his tour of the Blackhawk project and resolved to return there later. Jamie was intrigued when Frankie told him about Mr. Black. Rachel planned to visit Mitch in San Francisco. A masked voyeur watched Clarice.

OCTOBER 2, 1981 (EP. #4382)
Louise listened while Mac told Amanda a story. Rachel told Mac about Jamie and that she’d like to take Amanda with her to San Francisco. Rick showed Jamie his appointment book when Jamie insisted he never left town with Marianne. Sandy tried unsuccessfully to regain access to the Blackhawk Project. Mac asked for time to consider letting Rachel take Amanda. Rick believed Jamie, who assumed it was Sandy and Cecile who planted the entry regarding Marianne’s whereabouts in his appointment book. Clarice told Ada she mistook a call as being from her “breathy caller.” Alice alleviated Mac’s fears of Rachel not returning with Amanda and suggested he figure out Jamie’s whereabouts. Joey agreed to help Sandy get into the Blackhawk Project. Ada refused to let Clarice go home alone. Frankie advised Jamie to take it easy at work. Joey called security claiming a worker was hurt so Sandy could get into the Blackhawk Project. Mac told Rachel that Alice convinced him to let her take Amanda to San Francisco. After checking out the apartment, Ada felt confident enough to leave Clarice and Cory alone. Sandy was nearly caught snooping around by Jamie and Frankie. Mac asked Alice to have dinner with him. A guard told Frankie that two guys dressed as paramedics snuck into Blackhawk. Sandy hid behind a box while Frankie noticed that Jamie hadn’t left work. Marianne arrived home to greet Rick. Rachel tried to assure Brian that she will return to Bay City with Amanda. The masked voyeur watched Clarice get ready for a shower. While Sandy hid, Frankie told Jamie about an office in the warehouse that no one is allowed into. Rachel thanked Alice for convincing Mac to let her take Amanda. Rachel told Louise that Mac and Alice’s engagement is the perfect time for her to take a trip with Amanda. Jamie heard noises and inched near Sandy, who held a crowbar for protection.

OCTOBER 5, 1981 (EP. #4383)
Jamie heard noises and inched near Sandy, who held a crowbar for protection. Mac and Alice vowed to have a good marriage and looked forward to their engagement party. Mac feared he may have lost Amanda by letting Rachel take her to San Francisco. Marianne accused Rick of not trusting her after seeing the entry in Jamie’s appointment book that Cecile planted. Alice convinced Mac that Rachel will return with Amanda and to invite Jamie to the engagement party. Frankie interrupted Jamie almost catching Sandy in the warehouse. Russ told Alice he’s leaving town to see Olivia and Tracy’s parents. Sandy escaped from the warehouse and leapt into an ambulance, where Joey was waiting. Larry forced Jerry to see a doctor after finding him passed out from a headache. Rhonda offered to accompany Clarice and Cory home and admitted her feelings for Jerry. Frankie ordered Jamie to concentrate more on work and less on his suspicions of the Blackhawk Project. Russ and Larry convinced Jerry to remain at the hospital so Russ could run some tests. Clarice had Cory go over to a neighbor's place while she checked out the apartment and discovered a torn family picture. Joey warned Sandy not to let himself get hurt investigating the dock site. Larry and Clarice realized that Clarice’s breathy caller broke into their apartment. Marianne chastised Pat for assuming that she was with Jamie while out of town. Philip reluctantly agreed to let Sandy find work at the dock site. Rhonda visited Jerry in the hospital. Marianne tried to assure Rick of her faithfulness and wishes to make their marriage work. Sandy refused Cecile’s suggestion that they make their relationship public. Marianne called Cecile to say she plans to get to the bottom of the entry in Jamie’s appointment book. Frankie promised to get some answers to Jamie’s questions about the Blackhawk Project.

OCTOBER 6, 1981 (EP. #4384)
Sally suggested Mac check out the Bay State registration records for Jamie’s whereabouts. Mac noticed that Ada had doubts about Rachel coming back with Amanda for the custody hearing. Jamie asked Brian to arrange a meeting for him and Cecile after seeing the appraisal for the Cory cabin. Denny told Curtis that he already informed Mr. Black about Mac and Alice’s engagement. Blaine told Melissa she thinks she is falling for Rick. Jamie told Ada that maybe Rachel shouldn’t return to Bay City if she’s found happiness with Mitch in San Francisco. Denny gave Jamie’s current whereabouts to Curtis, who let Denny know that Mr. Black will be arriving in two weeks. Cecile and Sally were discussing Cecile’s relationship with Sandy when Brian called to arrange a meeting between her and Jamie. Jason came to see Denny about a job working at Blackhawk. Mac tried calling Jamie after obtaining the phone number from the Bay State records. Cecile wasn’t pleased to hear from Jamie that Brian wasn’t going to be present during their meeting. Jamie accused Cecile of drugging him and threatened to go public with the information unless she gives him the Cory cabin. Melissa griped to Jason about the wrong people falling in love. Denny asked to speak with Jamie after Frankie revealed it was Jamie who made him curious about the Blackhawk Project. Sally comforted Cecile over her confrontation with Jamie. Jamie met Blue. Frankie told Jamie that Denny wants to speak with him. Rick confided in Blaine about his last fight with Marianne. Cecile told Brian that Jamie can have the Cory cabin and that she is not pregnant. Denny transferred Jamie to the construction of the heliport. Denny told Blaine that Mr. Black is on his way to Bay City and the penthouse must be ready for his arrival. Jamie agreed to see Mac in the morning.

Note: First appearance of William Converse-Roberts as Blue.

OCTOBER 7, 1981
Pre-empted due to the assassination of Egypt's President Anwar Sadat.

OCTOBER 8, 1981 (EP. #4385)
Mac told Jamie he fears he’s lost him because of the mistakes he has made. While discussing the engagement party, Alice asked Louise for patience to learn about the Cory household. Mac explained to Jamie he didn‘t reveal Sandy as his son because he was afraid of losing him. Alice requested that Louise call to arrange the chamber music for the engagement party. Denny ordered Blaine extra crew members to help get Mr. Black’s penthouse ready on time. Jamie assured Mac that he hasn’t lost him as a son. Mac revealed to Jamie that he was never released as his heir apparent. Jamie agreed to go to Mac and Alice’s engagement party. Blaine pumped Quinn for information on Mr. Black. Russ informed Clarice that she’s in good physical health to have a baby. Clarice told Russ about the strange phone calls she’s been getting. Sandy mentioned getting hired at Blackhawk to Philip, who instructed him to get a photograph of Mr. Black. Blaine found a secret door leading to a two-way mirror above the fireplace at the penthouse. Jerry refused to see a psychiatrist for his headaches while having a consultation with Russ. Frankie warned Sandy not to ask so many questions about the Blackhawk Project if he wants to keep his job. Blaine told Jamie that the mystery will be solved once Mr. Black arrives in Bay City. Jerry offered to keep an eye on Clarice for Larry. Ada suggested Louise accept Mac and Alice’s marriage. Blaine showed the two-way mirror to Denny, who advised her not to ask any questions. Mac and Alice toasted to a new life together. Jamie told Blue he suspects he’s being transferred from the dock site because he’s being too inquisitive. Blaine nearly caught Sandy taking pictures of the penthouse. Mac assured Alice that the engagement party will go well. Quinn told Denny that Mr. Black made an un-scheduled stop in Hawaii and will be arriving in Bay City tomorrow.

Note: Last appearance of David Bailey as Russ Matthews.

OCTOBER 9, 1981 (EP. #4386)
Larry offered to take Clarice to work and suggested she get some sleep. Clarice’s masked voyeur left a creepy message on her answering machine. Quinn praised Denny’s work and told him that Curtis wants to see them at the penthouse. Sandy told Joey and Kit about his first day working at Blackhawk. Larry suggested Clarice visit a neighbor when she called about the strange message she received. Marianne asked Rick for time before she can forgive him for doubting her fidelity. Quinn and Denny complimented Blaine’s job on the penthouse and agreed to find a permanent position for her at Blackhawk. Larry and Jerry decided to pinpoint the location of where Clarice’s caller left the message, which included the sound of an ambulance and another noise. Marianne confronted Cecile about the entry in Jamie’s appointment book. Joey gave the routes of two ambulances that were on duty at the time of Clarice’s phone call and listened to the taped message. Marianne warned Cecile to be careful when she denied any wrongdoing. Kit told Blaine to stay away from Rick. Denny showed Quinn and Curtis the two-way mirror, where they noticed Sandy coming in to the penthouse. Joey told Larry and Jerry that the other noise on the tape is a pinball machine located in a bar. Kit suggested Marianne see Rick before Blaine does. Denny suggested to Quinn and Curtis that they keep an eye on Sandy, who took more pictures of the penthouse. Jerry had Rhonda play a pinball machine while he investigated the bar. Marianne wasn’t pleased to find Blaine talking to Rick. Ed Sadowski disapproved of Jerry involving Rhonda with police work. Sandy believed Cecile, who claimed she didn’t tamper with Jamie’s appointment book. Rick defended his friendship with Blaine to Marianne. Marianne slapped Rick when he asked her if she’s been “carrying on” with Jamie.

OCTOBER 12, 1981 (EP. #4387)
Mac told Sandy that Jamie is coming to the engagement party. Quinn ordered Denny to come to work and wait for Mr. Black‘s arrival. Mr. Black looked at a picture of Jamie and a newspaper clipping of Alice. Sally assured Alice that she will have a better marriage with Mac than he did with Rachel. Mac urged Sandy to try and make amends with Jamie. Mr. Black ordered his pilot to take a direct route to Bay City. Pat advised Cecile not to go to the engagement party since Jamie will be there. Mac gave Alice a wedding ring. Jamie asked Blaine to the engagement party. Quinn left work early, leaving Denny to wait for Mr. Black alone. Marianne was telling Kit about her last fight with Rick when Joey arrived. Rick asked Marianne if she plans to go with him to the engagement party. Mac and Alice greeted Liz, Jim, Pat, and Brian. Louise said hello to Jamie and Blaine when they arrived. Jamie refused to talk to Sandy. Pat was thrilled to hear that Jamie is writing a novel and offered to critique it for him. Louise and Liz wondered if Mac was making a mistake by marrying Alice. Mac greeted Rick, Marianne, Joey, and Kit. Jamie was short with Cecile, who informed him that Marianne had arrived. Sandy assured Philip that he is being careful with his investigation of Blackhawk. Jamie gave Sally a tour of the Cory estate. Marianne wasn’t pleased to see Blaine when she came over to say hello to her and Rick. Jamie became sad at seeing his old room with Sally. Louise didn’t quite agree with Brooks’ comment about the party feeling like old times. Jamie told Brian that Rachel plans to return to Bay City in time for the custody hearing. Mr. Black’s plane landed in Bay City. Philip questioned Jamie about his job at Blackhawk and Mr. Black. Sandy told Cecile he doesn’t regret his feelings for her, but doesn’t know how to make amends with Jamie. Marianne confessed to Jamie that she wasn’t sure if she married Rick to get over her feelings for him. Mr. Black arrived at the Blackhawk Project. Mac and Alice formally announced their engagement. Denny was shocked to meet Mr. Black face to face.

Note: First appearance of David Canary as Edward Black (Steve Frame). End credits include acoustic version of theme song.

OCTOBER 13, 1981 (EP. #4388)
Cecile and Mac complimented Alice on the engagement party. Mac asked Sandy if he was able to talk to Jamie and begin to make amends. Frankie told Jamie that the additional security at Blackhawk is due to Mr. Black’s arrival. Edward Black asked Denny to take him to the penthouse. Denny gave dossiers to Edward, who instructed Denny not to tell anyone he’s in Bay City. Mac was hopeful when Sandy mentioned that Jamie had talked to him briefly at the party. Mac wished Sandy the same happiness with Cecile that he has found with Alice. Marianne agreed to talk to Rick. Marianne considered it pointless to defend herself when Rick accused her of always running to Jamie. Sandy interrupted Cecile fuming about Jamie and Marianne spending time at the party. Denny revealed his encounter with Mr. Black to Blaine, who asked to be introduced to him. While Melissa sang, Blaine left Denny alone to talk to Rick, who admitted that Marianne walked out on him. Marianne interrupted Brian and Pat agreeing that they are both too cautious in life to tell Pat that she‘s left Rick. Marianne told Pat she’s tired of Rick’s doubts and asked to live at Pat’s apartment while she figures things out. Blaine blamed herself for Rick and Marianne’s marital troubles and admitted her feelings for Rick. Rick refused when Blaine offered to lend him a shoulder to cry on. Frankie had Jamie deliver and unload some crates at the penthouse. Mac reminisced about the Cory living room, while Alice remembered the house Steve build for her. Edward referred to Jamie as his son while secretly watching him unload crates at the penthouse. Cecile asked Sandy to spend the night after feeling ill. Jamie told Frankie he felt like he wasn’t alone during his time at the penthouse. Edward looked at the dossier on Jamie. Mac and Alice danced. Edward reviewed the dossier on Alice while thinking about Mac and Alice together.

OCTOBER 14, 1981
Pre-empted

OCTOBER 15, 1981 (EP. #4389)
Edward thought of spending time with Alice. Edward asked Curtis if he thought it was a good idea to come back to Bay City. Clarice freaked when Cory went over to a neighbor’s place without telling her. Brian had second thoughts about Jamie testifying for Rachel at the custody hearing. Jamie told Brian that Rachel may not come back because she has Amanda and Mitch in San Francisco. Curtis warned against it when Edward wanted to put his personal life back together again. Clarice informed Rhonda that the police are helping her get through the stress of the phone calls. Cecile saw a doctor for a pregnancy test. Kit warned Rick against spending time with Blaine. Rick told Kit he plans to start over with Marianne. Jamie let Sally know he no longer loves Cecile and refused to tell her where he is working now. Larry checked up on Clarice, who kept company with Rhonda. Edward discussed the heliport and Sandy taking pictures of the penthouse with Curtis. Edward told Curtis he plans to speak with Alice before reintroducing himself to Jamie. Jamie gave a manuscript for Pat to Marianne, who told Jamie that she has left Rick for good. Marianne told Jamie that Rick felt he was always living in Jamie’s shadow and is currently seeing Blaine. Cecile became agitated when Brian insisted that she get a sworn affidavit showing she’s not pregnant. Marianne caught Rick and Blaine having lunch together. Jamie and Blue discussed the penthouse. Edward and Jamie nearly met face-to face. Marianne decided to pack her things rather than talk to Rick. Blue took Jamie to a bar where Larry was investigating Clarice’s breathy caller. Edward ordered Curtis to supplement Jamie’s dossier and wasn’t happy to hear Mac gave Jamie so many job responsibilities while he was at Cory Publishing. Larry told Clarice he plans to stakeout the bar where her caller left the strange message. Edward wasn’t convinced that Alice really loves Mac and told Curtis he plans to speak with her.

OCTOBER 16, 1981 (EP. #4390)
Edward asked Denny to probe into Mac and Alice’s relationship further. Mac told Jim and Alice he isn’t looking forward to using the evidence Mr. Bond has on Rachel against her in the custody hearing. Cecile discovered that she is pregnant. Denny made a call to Sally after refusing Quinn’s help in learning more about Mac and Alice. Someone called Larry and Clarice’s phone number and left a quiet message. Cecile told Brian that she’s not pregnant and will have her lawyer draw up a disclaimer saying so. Mac encouraged Sandy not to let the past get in the way of having a relationship with Cecile. Larry discussed Clarice’s caller with Captain Petroni, then asked Rick for help. Clarice and Jerry listened to a message left on the answering machine, which turned out to be from a friend of Cory’s. Jerry offered to take a frazzled Clarice to Ada’s. Jim advised Alice not to compare Steve with Mac. After snapping at Sally, Cecile revealed to Sally that she is pregnant. Cecile decided she’s making the right choice of starting a new life with Sandy after Sally told her that Jamie doesn’t love her anymore. Larry vowed to Jerry that he will capture Clarice’s voyeur. Mr. Bond asked Mac to decide between getting custody of Amanda or preserving Rachel’s reputation. Alice comforted Mac, who assured Alice that they will have a good marriage. Sally told Denny that she was surprised with Mac and Alice’s engagement because the relationship happened quickly, which isn't Alice's style. Sandy informed Cecile that nothing will come between them. Rick hypothesized to Larry that Clarice’s caller is angry towards women, shy, and self-centered. Denny told Edward about his conversation with Sally. Sandy removed Jamie's wedding ring from Cecile's hand and proposed marriage. Mac assured Alice that she will be an excellent mother to Amanda. Edward spoke of getting back his grand passion to Denny.

OCTOBER 19, 1981
Pre-empted

OCTOBER 20, 1981 (EP. #4391)
Rick accepted Blaine’s dinner invitation. Kit asked Rick what Blaine was doing at the hospital. Mac told Alice he doesn’t want his desire to gain custody of Amanda to destroy the lives of others. Ada shared Brian’s concern over whether Rachel is coming back to Bay City or not. After confiding in Alice, Mac made a decision regarding Amanda’s custody case. Kit lectured Rick about seeing Blaine until Rick mentioned that he and Marianne are finished. Ada suggested to Brian that she call Rachel to make sure she’s coming back to Bay City. Alice assured Mac that he will win custody of Amanda and discussed the budget and fundraising for the drug rehabilitation center. Pat complimented Jamie on his manuscript and left some notes for him to read. Pat and Jamie agreed that Rick and Marianne need to work out their marital problems themselves. Blaine fantasized about dancing with Rick. Marianne informed Kit she is not going to do anything to keep Rick and Blaine apart. Rachel told Jamie about San Francisco and Mitch. Rachel decided to return Amanda to Mac later and felt confident regarding gaining custody of her. Jamie agreed to testify for Rachel at the custody hearing and helped pack Mitch’s dark room. Joey insisted that he and Kit concentrate on their relationship instead of Rick and Marianne. Blaine prepared for Rick’s arrival. Jamie and Rachel decided to give a roll of film to Philip that they found in Mitch’s dark room, which may contain Blackhawk photographs. Marianne backed out from shopping with Pat and Alice after learning that Sally and Liz know Jamie’s whereabouts. Rick kissed Blaine, who told Rick he makes her feel special. Jamie and Marianne kissed after Jamie told Marianne about writing. Alice encouraged Pat to admit her feelings for Brian and wondered if a limousine was following her. Rachel reminded Mac that Amanda cannot be with her mother if she remains at the Cory estate. Jamie said goodbye to Marianne and promised to call her. Rick and Blaine danced together. Rachel and Mac didn't agree on Alice or who the better parent is for Amanda.

OCTOBER 21, 1981 (EP. #4392)
Brian briefed Rachel on the custody hearing proceedings and was uncertain about whether Jamie should testify on her behalf. Mac checked on Rachel and thanked her for bringing Amanda back to Bay City. Louise told Rachel she wishes that everything turns out well for everyone. Mrs. Rolley, the social worker, explained to the judge that both Mac and Rachel’s residences are equally adequate for Amanda. Blaine prepared Clarice for a consultation with Rick, who Blaine admitted was special to her. Philip and Sandy discussed the roll of Mitch’s film that Rachel brought over to the Ledger. Brian read a deposition he took from Mitch in court, which stated that Mitch intends to marry Rachel and will love Amanda as if she were his own daughter. Rick told Clarice she is handling the situation with her tormentor normally. Philip thought he recognized Curtis in one of the Blackhawk photographs and asked Sandy to take more pictures while he’s at work. Jamie admitted his drug problem and told the judge that Rachel was the only one who believed him when he thought he had been drugged. Jamie also said that Mac was a good father, but insisted that Amanda should be with her mother. Clarice called Larry to tell him about her appointment with Rick. Sandy took pictures of an office at the dock site and of Curtis and Edward. Louise testified that Amanda should be with both Mac and Rachel at the Cory estate. Rick asked Blaine on a date. Frankie, who put Jamie to work moving crates, was about to update Curtis on the construction of the heliport when he noticed Sandy coming out of the dock site office. Mac gave a passionate speech asking the court to award custody of Amanda to him, but refused to claim that Rachel is an unfit mother. Curtis told Frankie that Sandy works for the Daily Ledger and asked for security to be called. The judge questioned Rachel, who mentioned that Amanda would be raised in San Francisco. Frankie refused to let Jamie know what the police plan to do with Sandy. Clarice received a breathy phone call at Blaine’s house. Rachel felt confident about the outcome of the custody hearing, which was adjourned until a decision could be made. Jamie called Philip to tell him that Sandy had been arrested and asked for Sandy to meet him later. Edward saw Jamie, who watched Sandy get escorted off the premises.

OCTOBER 22, 1981 (EP. #4393)
Larry agreed to come over after Blaine told him that Clarice received a breathy phone call at Blaine’s house. Larry told Sandy that Blackhawk is charging him with trespassing and that Philip is present to bail him out. Philip informed Sandy that Jamie wants to see him at his apartment. Mac worried to Alice about the outcome of the custody hearing. After Edward and Curtis listened to Jamie’s message to Philip, Edward worried about Jamie recognizing him in one of the pictures Sandy took. Edward ordered Curtis to get Sandy’s film and to protect Jamie. Curtis warned Edward to reveal himself to Alice soon before she becomes involved with Mac any further. Mac assured Alice that together they will fill the Cory estate with love. Blaine was comforting Clarice when Rick arrived. Larry worried that someone is trying to hurt him by going through Clarice. Rick suggested Larry take Clarice home and keep her secure. Mac and Alice discussed redecorating and renovating the Cory estate. A man followed Jamie and Sandy, who decided to develop the photographs Sandy took at Mitch’s old dark room. Edward and Curtis discussed Rachel and Mitch. Edward asked Curtis to have Denny learn more about Mac and Cory Publishing. Jamie and Sandy went over the Blackhawk pictures and didn’t realize that they had one of Edward. Rick admitted to Blaine that he cares about her. Sandy thanked Jamie for his help with the Blackhawk pictures, which Jamie hid in an album cover and clothes drawer. A man broke into Jamie’s apartment after Jamie left to meet Blue. Larry comforted Clarice. Rick and Blaine kissed after discussing moving on with their respective lives. Mac dreamed of married life with Alice and of Sandy having a grandson with Cecile. Edward fantasized about Jamie working with him and being married to Alice. A man found the Blackhawk pictures Jamie hid in his clothes drawer. Jamie called Sandy after finding the pictures missing. Edward laid into Curtis for having Jamie’s apartment searched.

OCTOBER 23, 1981 (EP. #4394)
Rachel came over to the Cory estate to thank Mac. Both Alice and Kit agreed that they’re lucky to have Mac and Joey in their lives. Sandy told Philip he slipped his camera to Jamie which contained a picture of Edward Black. Rachel expressed her gratitude to Mac for not bringing up Jamie’s drug problem or letting the private detective he hired testify. Mac asked Rachel if he’s going to see Amanda when Rachel goes to San Francisco. Sally couldn’t convince Cecile to reveal her pregnancy to someone when she felt ill. Philip suggested Sandy talk to Mac about the Blackhawk Project. Kit urged Marianne to make a decision about what she wants and to call Jamie. Cecile told Sally that she will eventually tell Sandy she is pregnant, but isn’t going to let anything spoil her relationship. Mac agreed to let Alice bring over some of her possessions she had with Steve over to the Cory estate once they are married. Marianne called Jamie and made a tentative date. Brian asked Mac to obtain Sandy's birth certificate so his name change could be legally completed. Sandy told Mac and Brian about his arrest at the dock site. Mac decided to find out more about the Blackhawk Project when Sandy told him about its security and the missing photographs. Alice assured Jim that Mac doesn‘t mind if she brings along some of her past possessions. Alice remembered Steve giving her a snow globe which she found in the Matthews' basement. Mac was pleased to hear that Jamie helped Sandy with the Blackhawk photographs and gave Sandy his memoirs to read. Sandy agreed to obtain a copy of his birth certificate for Brian. Rachel told Ada she plans on moving to San Francisco once she's awarded custody of Amanda. Rachel felt genuinely sorry for Mac while discussing the custody hearing with Ada. Sandy told Cecile about Mac’s memoirs and that a birth certificate is needed to verify his last name. Cecile wasn’t thrilled with Sandy’s hopes that he and Jamie will work out their differences. Mac told Alice that Amanda's custody will help determine their future. Cecile informed Sandy that there may be something that may ease Mac’s pain if he loses custody of Amanda.

OCTOBER 26, 1981 (EP. #4395)
Alice assured Mac that he won’t regret his decision not to drag Rachel and Jamie through the mud during the custody hearing. Rachel told Ada and Jamie that she plans to go to San Francisco as soon as she gets custody of Amanda. Curtis refused to speculate with Edward on Amanda’s custody hearing, but admitted that Mac can be a formidable opponent. Edward asked Curtis to check out Jason and suggested Blaine for redecorating the dining room suite. Kit was telling Marianne that Taylor needs emergency surgery when Rick arrived. Kit denied it when Rick asked Kit if she arranged a meeting between him and Marianne. Denny told Curtis and Edward about Cory Publishing and that Mac’s only weaknesses are his children and the women he loves. Alice was suggesting that Mac not talk to Rachel when the bailiff came out to announce that the judge has made a decision regarding the custody case. Blaine refused to listen to Melissa’s warning about her spending time with Rick. Jason and Blaine were pleased that they’ll be working together at Blackhawk’s dining room suite. The judge awarded custody of Amanda to Mac, who told Rachel she can see Amanda any time she likes. Jamie and Ada took Rachel home after she lashed out at Mac. Marianne accused Blaine of going after Rick for his money. Blaine told Marianne that she hurt Rick very badly by always running to Jamie. Jamie assured Mac that he likes working at Blackhawk. Jamie accused Mac of leaving Rachel alone by taking Amanda from her. Brian told Rachel that the deciding factor in Amanda’s custody was most likely her decision to leave Bay City. Edward asked Denny to research Mac’s drug rehabilitation center. Edward fantasized about telling Jamie that he’s his father on Jamie’s birthday. Jamie comforted Rachel, who cried over losing Amanda. Mac felt he, Alice, and Amanda were at last one big happy family. Mitch called Rachel, who couldn’t think of anything else except Amanda.

OCTOBER 27, 1981 (EP. #4396)
Sally told Jamie that Cecile has been getting sick every morning. Cecile convinced Sandy to remain in bed with her for a while longer after feeling ill. Rick told Kit that Taylor wants to see both of them. Kit agreed when Rick asked her if he should ask Marianne to come along to Philadelphia. Sally revealed that Cecile is pregnant to Jamie, who figured that Sandy is the father of the child. Sandy told Cecile that he loves her unconditionally, regardless of her past and hopes she feels the same. Rhonda fretted over not hearing from Jerry to Clarice, who suggested she talk to Jerry herself. Marianne agreed to accompany Rick and Kit to Philadelphia. Larry promised Clarice he’ll talk to Jerry about Rhonda. Blue tried to stop a fight that ensued between Jamie and a coworker, who was upset when Frankie gave Jamie a work assignment. Blaine seemed hurt when Rick told her that Marianne is leaving town with him and Kit. Jerry admitted to Larry that he has feelings for Rhonda but is afraid of getting hurt again. Sandy found a copy of the “Miriam Sanderson” chapter of Mac’s memoirs among Cecile’s belongings while looking for the keys to his apartment. Blaine let it slip to Jamie that Marianne is leaving town with Rick. Clarice didn’t mind when Blaine called wanting to work out a misunderstanding with Rick instead of coming over. Larry came home to Clarice, who freaked when the power went off. Blue convinced Jamie to go to a bar with him after work. Cecile played dumb when Sandy realized that Jamie was telling the truth about reading a copy of the “Miriam Sanderson” chapter and that Mac doesn’t know about the copy. Rick was surprised when Blaine mentioned that Jamie and Marianne had a date planned for tomorrow night. Blue was impressed when Jamie stood up to a coworker in defense of a female bartender. The voyeur called Clarice saying he wants to embrace her and not hurt her. Rick told Marianne it isn’t such a good idea for her to come to Philadelphia with him since she had a tentative date with Jamie for tomorrow night. Sandy urged Cecile not to keep anything secret from him.

OCTOBER 28, 1981 (EP. #4397)
Edward ordered Curtis to find a photograph when he noticed one was missing from the collection taken from Jamie‘s apartment. Jamie called Sandy after looking at a picture of Edward hidden in one of his album covers. Rachel told Mac she has come over to say goodbye to Amanda. Rachel told Amanda she’ll get to spend summers with her in San Francisco and gave Amanda a locket with pictures of Matthew and Rachel. Larry informed Clarice and Jerry that Clarice is going over to Blaine’s house and isn’t to be kept alone anymore. A man overheard Jamie tell Sandy that he will drop the photograph off at the Daily Ledger before he goes to work. Edward asked Curtis to arrange for Jamie to be sent on an out-of-town construction job. Jerry suggested that Larry and Clarice go on vacation for a while and agreed to watch the apartment for them. Mac and Rachel reminisced about their relationship, wished each other well, and said their goodbyes. Rhonda convinced Jerry to go out on a date with her. Jamie promised to visit Amanda so she wouldn’t forget Rachel. Rachel gave Jamie a book by Steve’s favorite author. Clarice was thrilled with Larry’s vacation plans. Ada suggested that Rachel try to convince Mitch to come back to Bay City. Rachel told Ada she feels like she has to choose between Mitch and Amanda. Jamie and Blue volunteered for Frankie’s out-of-town construction job. Jerry and Rhonda said goodbye to Larry, Clarice, and Cory. Jerry and Rhonda kissed while making plans to have ice cream. Pat asked Marianne what would happen if Jamie “fell off” the pedestal she has put him on. Curtis offered to arrange a car to take Rachel to the airport for Jamie. Jerry had Rhonda call the police station while he checked out two guys going into a liquor store with guns. Pat urged Marianne to stop romanticizing men and to expect only love in return. Rachel had Ada hold Matthew while she found out what was taking Jamie so long. Frankie gave Jamie and Blue coats and refused to reveal their destination. Curtis tried to reason with Rachel, who insisted on knowing Jamie’s whereabouts. Rachel recognized Edward as Steve Frame.

OCTOBER 29, 1981 (EP. #4398)
Ed Sadowski accused Jerry of involving Rhonda in police business and forced her to go home. Marianne told Pat that she thinks Jamie broke their date. Curtis tried to reason with Rachel, who insisted on knowing Jamie’s whereabouts. Rachel recognized Edward as Steve Frame, despite Curtis denying it. Ed warned Jerry to stay away from Rhonda. Marianne decided to stay home and sulk rather than go shopping with Pat and Alice. Rachel told Ada about her conversation with Curtis and that she saw Steve. Rhonda advised Jerry not to let her brother or their age difference bother him. Steve laid into Curtis for letting Rachel see him and ordered Curtis to rectify the situation. Ada thought Rachel was under a lot of strain for thinking Steve was alive. Rhonda stood up to Ed, who apologized to Jerry for coming down on him so hard. Steve told Denny to research Mac’s drug rehabilitation center and have a report on it ready by the morning. Ada suggested Rachel call Mitch to explain the reasons when Rachel refused to leave for San Francisco. Rachel told Marianne not to rush into a new relationship or risk regretting it later. Denny asked Sally to dinner. Sally interrupted Denny questioning Alice about the drug rehabilitation center. Curtis arranged a limousine for and gave plane tickets to Rachel, who vowed to see Steve again soon. Jerry tried to call Rhonda, who had gone to bed. Sally told Denny that Cecile is pregnant and that Jamie knows, but doesn‘t care if Sandy is the father. When Sally grew suspicious of Denny’s questions about Jamie and Cecile, Denny told Sally he likes her and wants to know about the people she cares about. Rachel promised to herself that she won’t leave Bay City until she figures out why Steve has returned. Steve hoped Rachel would leave town so that he can present himself to Alice. On the phone, Rachel made excuses to Mitch in order to remain in Bay City.