List of Hazel episodes

This is a list of episodes of the television series Hazel.

Series overview

At present, all five seasons have been released on DVD.

Season	Episodes		Originally aired			Rank
			First aired	Last aired	Network
1	35		September 28, 1961 (1961-09-28)	June 7, 1962 (1962-06-07)	NBC	#4
2	32		September 20, 1962 (1962-09-20)	May 9, 1963 (1963-05-09)		#15
3	32		September 19, 1963 (1963-09-19)	April 23, 1964 (1964-04-23)		#22
4	26		September 17, 1964 (1964-09-17)	March 25, 1965 (1965-03-25)		Not in top 30
5	29		September 13, 1965 (1965-09-13)	April 11, 1966 (1966-04-11)	CBS	Not in top 30

Episodes

Season 1 (1961–62)

This is the only season in black-and-white, with the exception of episode 6 which was filmed in color.

No. overall	No. in season	Title	Directed by	Written by	Original air date
1	1	"Hazel and the Playground"	William D. Russell	William Cowley & Peggy Chantler Dick	September 28, 1961 (1961-09-28)
Hazel wants half of the state's botanical garden changed to a playground for the town's children. George's potential client Mr. Pruett's (Maurice Manson) grandfather donated the land that the garden is on. Hazel speaks with Park Commissioner Osborn Bailey (Francis DeSales). He tells her she needs to get enough signatures to put it on a ballot. Mr. Pruett is upset when he hears that George was the first to sign the petition. But his wife (Lurene Tuttle) makes him sign the petition as well. Hazel gets enough signatures and the Pruett playground is built. Hal Smith, Otis of The Andy Griffith Show, appears as the bowling tournament announcer. Donald Foster appears as Herbert Johnson. Norma Varden appears as Harriet Johnson.
2	2	"Hazel Makes a Will"	William D. Russell	William Cowley & Peggy Chantler Dick	October 5, 1961 (1961-10-05)
George lands a new lucrative account, so Hazel thinks it's time to ask for a raise. Hazel retains her nephew Leroy (Wright King) the lawyer to make out her will, but an earlier accident leads George to think that she plans to sue him. When George finds out what Hazel is really doing, he feels ashamed and gives in on the raise. Maudie Prickett appears as Rosie. Queenie Leonard appears as Mert. Robert B. Williams appears as Barney the mailman.
3	3	"Hazel Plays Nurse"	William D. Russell	William Cowley & Peggy Chantler Dick	October 12, 1961 (1961-10-12)
When George is feeling under the weather, Hazel won't let him get out of bed to meet with his important client, Mr. Griffin (Howard Smith). Dr. Summerfield checks on George and confirms Hazels diagnosis. Mr. Griffin stops by the house instead, and when he turns out to have a cold as well, Hazel also puts him to bed. Mr. Griffin winds up appreciating what Hazel is doing and says she reminds him of his mother. Meanwhile, Harold is leading the Pledge of Allegiance at the school assembly. Hal Baylor appears as Gordy the phone man. Molly Dodd appears as Miss Scott, George's secretary. Norman Leavitt appears as Joe the school bus driver.
4	4	"A Matter of Principle"	William D. Russell	Louella MacFarlane	October 19, 1961 (1961-10-19)
George invites Mr. Sutherland (Vinton Hayworth), an important new client, to dinner at the house. Meanwhile, Hazel receives a parking ticket and decides to fight it in court. Because of George's unconventional methods she wins the case and George impresses Mr. Sutherland, who would have been a witness. Lewis Martin appears as Judge Rosencrantz. Laurence Haddon appears as the Prosecutor. John Lasell as Officer Dietrich. Victor French as Bailiff.
5	5	"Dorothy's New Client"	William D. Russell	William Cowley & Peggy Chantler Dick	October 26, 1961 (1961-10-26)
Francesca (Joan Banks), another decorator, tries to get Dorothy to work for her. Dorothy, however, is not interested. Dorothy's interior decorating business is not doing too well, so Hazel makes a determined effort to obtain a new client for her. Hazel goes over to the new neighbor, Mrs. Duncan (Mary Jackson), and gets her maid Della (Alice Backes) to promote Dorothy's decorating skills. Dorothy is not happy about what Hazel did, as she doesn't like to promote her business that way. Meanwhile, Francesca acts unscrupulously and tries to manipulate Mrs. Duncan in to hiring her services. Mrs. Duncan didn't care for the way Francesca acted and asks Dorothy to decorate her home.
6	6	"What'll We Watch Tonight?"	William D. Russell	William Cowley & Peggy Chantler Dick	November 2, 1961 (1961-11-02)
George and Hazel bet on a boxing match on TV. George is confident that the fighter he picked is going to win. Hazel's boxer knocks out George's boxer in the first round. George decides to buy Hazel a new TV as hers is broken. Hazel kicks in the extra money to buy a color set, then has all her friends come over to watch Perry Como in color, which annoys George to no end. When a couple that George thought were coming over to play bridge also go to watch the show, he decides it's time to get a color set as well. Walter Kinsella as Mr. Thornton, TV Salesman. Allison Hayes as Margaret Burns. Note: This episode was filmed and shown in color.
7	7	"A Dog for Harold"	William D. Russell	Jim Allen & R. S. Allen	November 9, 1961 (1961-11-09)
Harold brings home a stray dog and names him Smiley. Because of the dog, a family debate develops. George says no because dogs hate him, but Hazel and Dorothy say yes because every boy should have a dog. George puts his foot down and says no dog. Hazel imitates burglary noises to make George think he needs a guard dog, but instead he buys an alarm system. The family thinks Harold may have run away, but they find him sleeping with Smiley in the basement. In the end, George realizes the dog is even friendly to him and the Baxters get to keep him. Raymond Guth as Chuck.
8	8	"George's Niece"	William D. Russell	William Cowley & Peggy Chantler Dick	November 16, 1961 (1961-11-16)
George's sister Deirdre (Cathy Lewis) announces that she and her family will relocate nearby from Boston. Deirdre and her daughter Nancy (Davey Davison) are obviously at odds and do not really communicate with each other. Hazel and Nancy become quick friends. Deirdre is outraged when Nancy starts dating Hazel's nephew Eddy Burke (Johnny Washbrook), even though he is very nice. Hazel speaks to Deirdre and finds a way for mother and daughter to mend their relationship. Larry J. Blake as Tom Forbes, Hazel's bowling friend. Note: During the closing credits of this show the Hazel theme song is performed with lyrics being sung.
9	9	"Everybody's Thankful But Us Turkeys"	William D. Russell	William Cowley & Peggy Chantler Dick	November 23, 1961 (1961-11-23)
Hazel is cooking a big Thanksgiving meal and the Baxter's are expecting company. George's sister Phyllis Burkett (Beverly Tyler) calls asking if she can bring her husband Bob's (Charles Cooper) brother Tom (William Bakewell) along. She also tells Dorothy that her and Bob are having problems. Hazel tries to help with Herbert (Donald Foster) and Harriet (Norma Varden) Johnson's dinner. Hazel then helps to make George’s mother (Harriet MacGibbon) feel useful. Hazel helps Phyllis resolve her issue with Bob. When Harriet under cooks her turkey, Hazel has the Johnson's come over to dinner.
10	10	"Winter Wonderland"	William D. Russell	Louella MacFarlane	December 7, 1961 (1961-12-07)
The family wants to get away for a vacation at a ski lodge, but George has to stay home for work. Hazel wants to go to join in on the dog sled race. Dorothy and Harold go on the trip, but Dorothy asks Hazel to stay with George to encourage him to stop working and join in on the family fun. With the help of a postcard from Harold, Hazel manages to play up to George's jealousy. It's not long before George and Hazel are headed to the lodge. Sally Mansfield appears as Pat Bergstrom, the ski instructor. Florence Sundstrom appears as Minna. Bill Zuckert appears as Johnny Manson, the man Hazel wants to visit at the lodge and go dog sledding with.
11	11	"Hazel's Winning Personality"	William D. Russell	Teleplay By William Cowley & Peggy Chantler Dick Story By Jim Allen & Ray Allen	December 14, 1961 (1961-12-14)
Hazel's friend Laura is attracted to a gardener named Zeke (George Mitchell), but she can't bring herself to talk to him. Hazel and Laura attend a class entitled "You and Your Dynamic Personality," where the idea is to constantly use compliments. Dorothy tries compliments and gets a decorating job with a Mrs. Osborne (Louise Lorimer). Laura tries complimenting Zeke, but he is a man of few words. Meanwhile, Charles Perkins, George's mooching cousin, comes to visit. Hazel's compliments seem to backfire and cause problems, including causing Dorothy to lose the job with Mrs. Osborne. Hazel stops handing out phony compliments. Hazel gets Laura to be a woman of few words and Zeke now is interested in her.
12	12	"Hazel's Christmas Shopping"	William D. Russell	William Cowley & Peggy Chantler Dick	December 21, 1961 (1961-12-21)
Hazel is talking to Rosie about having a hard time picking out a present for Dorothy. But she thinks she's found something special. Dorothy is trying to think of what to get Hazel. Realizing he always gets Dorothy a purse as a present, George takes back the one he bought. But before he can exchange it, a shoplifter (Byron Foulger) walks off with it. Hazel takes a seasonal job at Masterson's Department Store to earn extra money for Dorothy's gift. Meanwhile, the shoplifter keeps making off with things from the store. Hazel's unusual concept of customer service almost causes her to be fired, until she helps catch the persistent shoplifter. As a reward, the store gives Hazel the gift she was working for. Dan Tobin appears as Mr. Brubaker, the store floorwalker. Eleanor Audley appears as a customer.
13	13	"Dorothy's Obsession"	William D. Russell	Robert Riley Crutcher	December 28, 1961 (1961-12-28)
Dorothy visits an estate sale to buy an antique desk for her friend Peggy Baldwin (Frances Helm). George is concerned as Dorothy always buys more than she should at those type of events. Dorothy buys a piano for the Baxter home. She and Hazel then plot to convince George that he wants a piano before it is delivered. When they couldn't find a way to tell George, Dorothy calls Peggy and somehow convinces her to take the piano also. When Peggy's husband Phil hears about it, he calls Dorothy and says to forget about the piano and he's coming over to speak the George. Hazel manages to use a little of her psychology to get both men to accept the furniture. Donnelly Rhodes appears as Joe.
14	14	"Hazel's Dog Days"	William D. Russell	Robert Riley Crutcher	January 4, 1962 (1962-01-04)
Dorothy's friend Louise is going to Europe and can't take her dog with. She offers Pierre to the Baxters, but they can't accept because of Smiley. When Smiley is taken to the Harris (Dan Sheridan) obedience school, he is recognized as the dog stolen from one of the staff's other clients. Unfortunately, Mr. Wagner (Wendell Holmes) and his daughter, the rightful owners, later come to the Baxter home to claim him. That night, Smiley comes back to the Baxter house. Hazel finds a way for Smiley to remain with the Baxters and make the Wagners happy with Pierre. Don Kennedy as Trainer.
15	15	"Replacement for Phoebe"	William D. Russell	Teleplay by James B. Allardice Story by James Fonda	January 11, 1962 (1962-01-11)
Hazel helps Mr. and Mrs. Johnson (Donald Foster and Norma Varden) find a new maid after their own housekeeper quits. Hazel tests new candidates by giving them a trial run with the Baxters, upsetting George. She finds Gertrude (Elvia Allman), an extremely efficient maid, but she doesn't last a day with the Johnson's. Gertrude was too rigid in her scheduling. Hazel then gets Agnes, a maid that's a bit clumsy, and the Johnson's love her. Claire Carleton appears as Elizabeth.
16	16	"Hazel's Famous Recipes"	William D. Russell	Robert Riley Crutcher	January 18, 1962 (1962-01-18)
After eight publishers reject her cookbook, Hazel begins to question her own recipes. To prove her recipes are still good, she tries one out of another cookbook. Even though it doesn't taste good, Dorothy and George rave about it because they think it's her recipe and they want to support her. Now Hazel's feelings are really hurt. Hazel seemingly hits pay dirt when George finds a publisher for her book. However, the idea of an extended book tour is upsetting to both Hazel and the Baxters. Bad news is actually good news when Hazel finds out her recipes can't be published because she got them from her mother, who in turn got them from a cookbook which is still under copyright.
17	17	"Hazel's Tough Customer"	William D. Russell	Louella MacFarlane	January 25, 1962 (1962-01-25)
After being snubbed by mailman Barney (Robert B. Williams) for another woman, Hazel begins to doubt her prospects. Meanwhile, Harvey Griffin buys a house in the neighborhood and increasingly becomes infatuated with Hazel. Harvey asks Dorothy to decorate his house. George doesn't think she should do it because Harvey is very difficult to work with. Harvey eventually proposes to Hazel. The prospect of financial security seems attractive. That night Hazel has a nightmare that she is marrying Harvey but her sailor sweetheart Gus (Charles Tannen) returns. She now ends up reflecting about the difference between fondness and being in love, so she turns Harvey down. Harvey now wants to sell the house, but Dorothy insists he keep it. Norman Leavitt as Charley.
18	18	"Hazel's Secret Wish"	William D. Russell	Teleplay by William Cowley & Peggy Chantler Dick & Louella MacFarlane Story by Louella MacFarlane	February 1, 1962 (1962-02-01)
Dorothy's friend Edith Stone (Peg LaCentra) offers Hazel a free two-week vacation at the exclusive resort, Rancho Verde. However, Mrs. Camden (Jean Engstrom), the resort hostess, asks Hazel not to tell people she's a maid, in deference to the resorts wealthy clientele. While there, Hazel gets to know Anna, the maid. Hazel also befriends the wealthy Mrs. Forbes-Craigie (Kathryn Givney), much to the surprise of the other snobbish women. Mrs. Forbes-Craigie stands by Hazel even when it comes out that she is a maid. Betty Lou Gerson appears as Elaine Willoughby. Maxine Stuart appears as Louise.
19	19	"Hazel, the Tryst-Buster"	William D. Russell	William Cowley & Peggy Chantler Dick	February 8, 1962 (1962-02-08)
Trudy Garson (Kathie Browne), an old girlfriend of George's, calls him after a fight with her husband Fred (Walter Reed). Trudy tells George she wants a divorce, because she believes he doesn't care about her anymore. Hazel becomes convinced that Trudy wants to steal George away from Dorothy. Trudy calls George the next day and tells him she spoke to Fred. She says that she told Fred that George had advised a divorce and Fred is now furious. Fred apparently is going to punch George in the nose. Trudy is happy because that means Fred still cares. George comes up with a plan to bring Trudy and Fred back together. Sheila Bromley appears as Mrs. Arnold, Trudy's Mother.
20	20	"The Investment Club"	William D. Russell	Teleplay by William Cowley & Peggy Chantler Dick & James Fonda Story by James Fonda	February 15, 1962 (1962-02-15)
George refuses to give investment advice to the Sunshine Girls. George's cousin Charles Parkins is selling Brazilian oil stocks now. Charles tells Hazel that his boss would be happy to talk to the girls and show them a film. Howard Porter (J. Edward McKinley) and Hal Gordon (John Astin), the dealers, are using subliminal suggestion in the film to try to sell the women worthless stock. George becomes suspicious of the dealers. Charlie finds out about the subliminal suggestion and brings Mr. Richards from the Better Business Bureau to the next meeting. The Sunshine Girls don't buy the stock and Mr. Richards takes away Howard and Hal. Gertrude Flynn appears as Hilda.
21	21	"Hazel's Mona Lisa Grin"	William D. Russell	Robert Riley Crutcher	March 1, 1962 (1962-03-01)
Harold accidentally breaks a crystal vase and Hazel takes the blame for him. She decides to sell some of her heirlooms to pay for the vase, including a painting of herself as a child. After George's snobby sister Deirdre has her new house decorated by a New York designer, she is horrified to learn that a painting over her mantel is the one of Hazel. The famous artist James Whitehead painted Hazel when she was a child. Everyone thinks the painting is worth thousands, until they find out Hazel painted over parts of it long ago. Feeling bad, Harold eventually admits to it breaking the vase. At first George is upset that Hazel didn't let Harold take the responsibility, but then he thanks her for being such a good friend to Harold. Mario Siletti appears as Charlie the Junkman. Ralph Clanton appears as Mr. Williams. Howard Wendell appears as Mr. Bowles.
22	22	"Hazel and the Gardener"	William D. Russell	William Cowley & Peggy Chantler Dick	March 8, 1962 (1962-03-08)
George feels that their gardener Ernie (O. Z. Whitehead) isn't doing his job and wants to fire him. Hazel explains that he's been feeling bad since his girlfriend dumped him. George gives him a second chance. To boost his moral, Hazel agrees to go on a date with Ernie. They go to shoot pool, but Hazel does so well she makes Ernie feel inferior. They then go to a shooting booth at a carnival. Ernie does really well there. He also hits it off with Florence Gurney (Joan Tompkins), the woman running the stand. Henry Beckman appears as a Carnival Pitchman.
23	23	"Dorothy's Birthday"	William D. Russell	William Cowley & Peggy Chantler Dick	March 15, 1962 (1962-03-15)
Hazel gives up her day off to prepare a dinner and cake for Dorothy's birthday. When Dorothy has to host a last minute luncheon, Hazel says she won't have time to make the cake. She really will have time, but wants to surprise Dorothy. George decides to give Hazel the rest of the day off and will take Dorothy and Harold out to eat. All alone at home, Hazel calls several friends but they are all busy. While at dinner, Harold tells of Hazel's surprise. The family leaves the restaurant to have dinner and cake with Hazel at home. Joan Banks appears as Jane Edwards. Sam Edwards appears as Fred Archibald the milkman. Ollie O'Toole appears as Charlie. Note: Portions of this episode are directly from the original unaired pilot which starred Edward Andrews as George Baxter. Most of the scenes with Andrews were re-filmed with Don DeFore, although some scenes with Andrews were eliminated entirely from the DeFore version. Note that the interior set for the Baxters' house in this pilot episode is slightly different from the other episodes.
24	24	"Number, Please?"	William D. Russell	William Cowley & Peggy Chantler Dick	March 22, 1962 (1962-03-22)
George is tired of getting telephone calls from salesmen, so he insists on switching to an unlisted number. The switch is made, but the new number gets destroyed. George stubbornly insists he remembers it. Of course, he doesn't and all the family's calls are going to a small taxicab company. To make matters worse, George has given Mr. Sutherland (Vinton Hayworth), an important client who has just traveled to London, that same bad number. Hazel talks to Mitch Brady (Dub Taylor), the owner of the cab company. She asks him to please take any messages for the Baxter's. George must figure out a way to receive Sutherland's phone call without him finding out about the bad number. But George's worrying may be for nothing when Sutherland comes home from London early. Fay Baker appears as Madeleine Van Dyke.
25	25	"Them New Neighbors Is Nice"	William D. Russell	William Cowley & Peggy Chantler Dick	March 29, 1962 (1962-03-29)
The Baxters' new neighbors are widower Stan Blake and his children. George hopes that Hazel doesn't get too involved with them as she does with all the other neighbors. Stan's teenage son Don develops a crush on Dorothy, showering her with attention, with Hazel unwittingly encouraging him. Hazel manages to get Don to give up on Dorothy and develop an interest in the local girls. Charles Tannen appears as Whit. Fred Graham appears as Bob.
26	26	"Hazel's Pajama Party"	William D. Russell	William Cowley & Peggy Chantler Dick	April 5, 1962 (1962-04-05)
George gets upset because Hazel is spending so much time at the Blake house. Hazel organizes a pajama party for Linda (Brenda Scott), the daughter of Stan Blake. Linda informs Dorothy that the other girls don't want Hazel at the party. George and Dorothy have their own slumber party for Hazel. The girls next door hear all the fun that the Baxter's are having and ask if they can join them.
27	27	"Three Little Cubs"	William D. Russell	Louella MacFarlane	April 12, 1962 (1962-04-12)
Dorothy tries to talk Anne Kingsley (Alix Talton) into letting her son William join the Cub Scouts. Anne thinks he's too advanced to care about the Scouts. Hazel and Dorothy still try to get William interested. At his first cub meeting, William does prove to be difficult. Hazel goes to talk to dentist Dr. Bruce Kingsley (Henry Hunter) about William, but winds up getting her teeth worked on. Harold doesn't want William to join as all the boys think he is a snob and wants everything his way. At the next meeting, William starts out being a show off again. But when William and Harold help each other out of a tree, all the boys and his parents realize he will make a good scout. Rickie Sorensen appears as Sid, scout leader. Mary Treen appears as a Nurse.
28	28	"Bringing Out the Johnsons"	William D. Russell	Louella MacFarlane	April 19, 1962 (1962-04-19)
The Johnsons, Herbert (Donald Foster) and Harriet (Norma Varden), offer their home as a polling place for a special election. The results of which are wagered on by George, Dorothy and Hazel against Mr. Griffin. At first the voter turnout is very slow. Mr. Griffin goes out to round up some "no" votes and the Baxter's try to get more "yes" votes. Despite the fact that the Baxter's and the Johnson's forget to vote, the proposition carried and the Baxters win their bet.
29	29	"Hazel Quits"	William D. Russell	Keith Fowler & Phil Leslie	April 26, 1962 (1962-04-26)
Hazel is interviewed for a local TV show and she criticizes the draining of a local lake to make way for a factory. She doesn't know that George's client Mr. Wheeler (John Litel) wants to buy the property for the project. Mr. Wheeler demands that George fire Hazel. George won't do it and resigns as Mr. Wheeler's lawyer. Hazel doesn't want George to lose all that money. Hazel tells George that she quits. She's not really quitting, but wants George to believe it for now. She briefly works as a replacement for the Johnsons' vacationing maid in order to have Mr. Wheeler think George did fire her. The deal goes through and after Hazel gets some new information, she is actually happy about it. Charles Seel appears as Chet Cooper. Larry Thor appears as an Announcer.
30	30	"Hazel the Matchmaker"	William D. Russell	Edward Kirsch	May 3, 1962 (1962-05-03)
Hazel and Dorothy attempt to bring together their widowed neighbor Stan Blake with Harold's teacher, Miss Lewis (Renee Godfrey). However, George has his own plans to match Stan with a woman from his office, Mimi Lewis (Doris Singleton), who turns out to be quite the gold-digger. Rosie hears Mimi say that if she does marry Stan, she plans to send the 4 kids to boarding school. Stan does plan to ask Mimi to marry him. Hazel finds a way to have Mimi's true feelings come out and save Stan from making a bad decision. Hazel then arranges for Miss Lewis to come over.
31	31	"Rock-a-Bye Baby"	William D. Russell	Peggy Chantler Dick	May 10, 1962 (1962-05-10)
George grumbles when Hazel spends half her time helping the Johnsons next door. Mrs. Johnson's niece Angela (Patricia McNulty) and husband David Watson (Don Dorrell) are visiting with their baby. They will leave it with the Johnson's to take a short vacation. George is having a poker party and needs Hazel to prep the food. After the Johnson's fire the nurse that was to help them care for the baby, Hazel says the baby can stay with the Baxter's. George has serious reservations when Hazel asks him to feed the child. George and his poker buddies sing to the baby. Mary Grace Canfield appears as Miss Simmons, the rude nurse hired by the Johnsons.
32	32	"The Burglar in Mr. B's PJ's"	William D. Russell	William Cowley	May 17, 1962 (1962-05-17)
Peter Warren (Alan Hale, Jr.) breaks into the Baxter's house while they are out for the night. He only broke in to get some food because he has endured a long string of bad luck. Hazel feels sorry for him and has him spend the night. George and Dorothy come home and find Peter in the guest bedroom. Hazel explains things and convinces them to let Peter stay. The next morning, Peter finds Dorothy's diamond earrings and gives them to Hazel. Not knowing what happened, George believes Peter stole the earrings and calls the police. Once they realize it was all a mistake, George refuses to sign a complaint. The police still take him away to check him out, but George manages to get him freed.
33	33	"Heat Wave"	William D. Russell	Louella MacFarlane	May 24, 1962 (1962-05-24)
When Hazel finds out that the family that Rosie (Maudie Prickett) works for had air conditioning installed in their home, Hazel pesters Mr B. to have air conditioning installed at his house. George refuses because it would cost too much. Meanwhile, George is upset that he hasn't been made a partner at his law firm yet. George invites his boss, Mr. Butterworth over for dinner in hopes of getting the promotion. Hazel wheels and deals between Mrs. Merryweather's (Virginia Gregg) Antique shop and Charlie's (Mario Siletti) shop to finally be able to get a portable air conditioner. The Butterworth's arrive for dinner. With help from Hazel's meal and the air conditioner, George is made a full partner.
34	34	"George's Assistant"	William D. Russell	Robert Riley Crutcher	May 31, 1962 (1962-05-31)
George decides to hire an assistant to help him at his law office. Hazel thinks it is a great idea and has a friend's son in mind, Alan Merrick. Mr. Griffin brings over Gail Sanders (Maggie Pierce), who just graduated law school and happens to be gorgeous. George would like to speak with Alan as well, as George thinks he may prefer a male assistant. Alan comes by and sees Gail, who happens to be Alan's ex-girlfriend. Alan and Gail were engaged and hoped to open a law practice together, but they couldn't agree on which town to do it. Hazel manages to get the couple back together. William Beckley appears as Jack. Nesdon Booth as Mr. Merrick.
35	35	"Hazel's Day"	William D. Russell	Peggy Chantler Dick	June 7, 1962 (1962-06-07)
Harold realizes there is a Mother's Day and a Father's Day, but no day to celebrate Hazel. So the family makes the next Sunday Hazel's Day and plans a dinner out. Deirdre wants George to meet Judge Clem Farley (Walter Woolf King), an important judge, on the same evening. Dorothy convinces George that Hazel is more important. George tells Deirdre and she is furious. Hazel gets a call from Deirdre's maid and then tells Dorothy and George she's to sick to go out to dinner. They know Hazel is faking it so Deirdre won't be mad at George. The Baxter's take Hazel and her date Mitch out to dinner. Deirdre and the Judge wind up at the same restaurant. Clem knows Hazel from school and joins her for the dinner, much to Dierdre's disbelief. Theodore Newton appears as Dr. Carroll. Note: This episode was the last to be filmed in black-and-white.

Season 2 (1962–63)

This is the first color season; all following seasons are also in color.

No. overall	No. in season	Title	Directed by	Written by	Original air date
36	1	"Hazel's Cousin"	William D. Russell	Robert Riley Crutcher	September 20, 1962 (1962-09-20)
Hazel's highly successful cousin, Susie (Rosemary DeCamp), is preparing to marry the well-known society figure John Lucius (John Archer). However, after Susie's snobbish assistant June Lowell (Jean Engstrom) learns that Hazel is a maid, she removes Hazel's name from Susie's guest list. Susie and June come to visit Hazel, where June tells George that Hazel isn't welcome at the wedding. Susie overhears this and fires June. Still determined that Hazel not appear at the wedding, June calls Hazel from the airport and tells her she is not welcome. Realizing what has happened, Susie has John call Hazel and invite her. Harold Gould appears as Mr. Prior. Maudie Prickett appears as Rosie. Robert B. Williams appears as Barney.
37	2	"Rosie's Contract"	William D. Russell	Peggy Chantler Dick	September 27, 1962 (1962-09-27)
Rosie's boss, Dr. Craig, signs her to a five-year contract. At first Hazel says that she has no interest in a contract. But after both have a bad dream about it, George and Hazel decide she should be signed to a similar deal. Dorothy doesn't think it's a good idea. After each have another bad dream, George and Hazel realize how silly and unnecessary a contract would be. Robby the Robot makes an appearance in a dream sequence as Hazel's replacement.
38	3	"We've Been So Happy Till Now"	William D. Russell	William Cowley	October 4, 1962 (1962-10-04)
George and Dorothy stop speaking to each other following an argument at a party. Neighborhood gossip hints at divorce, so Hazel decides she needs to find out what happened. Hazel learns from Mert (Queenie Leonard) that the argument was over how Hazel pampers Dorothy and George feels like a third wheel. Hazel's first attempt to bring the two together backfires. Before Hazel can finish Plan B, Dorothy and George make up. Jonathan Hole appears as Fulton the milkman, who happens to have a crush on Hazel. Steven Geray appears as Zoltan.
39	4	"How to Lure and Epicure"	William D. Russell	Robert Riley Crutcher	October 11, 1962 (1962-10-11)
George's friend Mr. Tonetti (Peter Mamakos) opens a new restaurant, but business is not so good. Mr. Tonetti must focus all his energies on impressing Alexander Templeton (Alan Hewitt), a snobby restaurant critic, in hopes of getting more customers. Unfortunately, Templeton is not impressed with the food. Hazel comes up with a plan to get Templeton back to Mr. Tonetti's restaurant. There, Hazel and the Sunshine Girls make sure the critic has a meal to remember. However, Templeton finds out that it was Hazel and the girls that cooked the meal and still doesn't give the restaurant a good review. The Baxter's and Hazel go to the restaurant and it is packed. It turns out there was a critic from the local paper there the other night and gave the restaurant a rave review. Florence Sundstrom appears as Flo.
40	5	"Barney Hatfield, Where Are You?"	William D. Russell	Louella MacFarlane	October 18, 1962 (1962-10-18)
The Baxters' mailman Barney (Robert B. Williams) calls in sick and can't be located. Both Hazel and Postal Supervisor Mr. Cranston go to Barney's house and find he's not there. Later, Hazel, George and Dorothy go back to Barney's house and find a depressing poem he had written. They then go on the hunt for Barney using an autographed photo of burlesque dancer Boo-Boo Bedoux (Corrine Cole) as a clue. They speak with Boo-Boo, but she isn't much help. It's not long before many more people are keeping an eye out for Barney. Barney shows up at the Baxter house and it turns out he went on a fishing trip. At first everyone is mad, but then they forgive him. Jamie Farr appears as a coffee shop counterman. Cyril Delevanti appears as Elderly Man.
41	6	"A Four-Bit Word to Chew On"	William D. Russell	William Cowley	October 25, 1962 (1962-10-25)
George and Hazel try to stump each other with the definition and spelling of words. Meanwhile, Mr. Griffin has George set up an educational foundation for disadvantaged youth. Mr. Griffin wants to make George the administrator of the foundation. When George and Hazel spell words in front of him, Mr. Griffin takes offense at the perceived slight at his lack of education. Griffin proceeds to fire George. George says he will not crawl for any man. Hazel feels bad that she caused this problem. Hazel gets Mr. Griffin to apologize and rehire George.
42	7	"Hazel's Tax Deduction"	William D. Russell	Robert Riley Crutcher	November 1, 1962 (1962-11-01)
Mr. Griffin tells George that he is going to ask Mrs. Fowler (Viola Harris) to marry him. George complains to the Internal Revenue Service that he hasn't received his refund yet. He speaks to Mr. Floyd (Maurice Manson) of the IRS and after some doing, he gets things straightened out. While waiting for George's refund check, Hazel claims he didn't deduct enough for her services to his clients. Mr. Floyd now calls for a full audit of George's return to maybe get George more money. Mr. Floyd sends Mr. Perkins (Robert Cornthwaite) and a group of examiners to the Baxter house. Meanwhile, Hazel inadvertently causes snobby Mrs. Fowler to not accept a wedding proposal from Mr. Griffin. Griffin fires George. Realizing what Hazel did was for the best, Mr. Griffin helps to get the IRS to give George a larger refund and he hires George back.
43	8	"Mr. B on the Bench"	William D. Russell	William Cowley	November 8, 1962 (1962-11-08)
George is offered a chance at a judicial position, along with two other men, by Arnold Winters (Willis Bouchey), president of the State Bar Association. After thinking about it for quite some time, George tells Mr. Winters he will accept the appointment if it's offered to him. Mr. Winters tells George that until it's decided, he must keep this quiet. A proud Hazel spreads all over town that he is already a judge. George is furious as he will now have to turn down the possible offer. Before George can yell at her, Hazel gives him a gavel as a gift and says how proud she is. George calms down and makes up a story how he is not in a financial position to take the job just yet. Maudie Prickett appears as Rosie. Florence Sundstrom appears as Flo. Queenie Leonard appears as Mert.
44	9	"License to Wed"	William D. Russell	Louella MacFarlane	November 15, 1962 (1962-11-15)
Deirdre's daughter Nancy (Davey Davison) is dating Hazel's nephew Eddie (Johnny Washbrook). Eddie finds out that he got a scholarship to the university. Nancy would like to transfer to the same school, but Deirdre says no. Nancy and Eddie become engaged. Deirdre does not want this since she thinks Eddie is not good enough for her daughter. Dorothy tells Hazel the more Deirdre tries to drive Nancy and Eddie apart, the more she pushes them together. Hazel thinks they are still too young to marry and uses psychology to prevent it. Molly Dodd as Miss Scott, Secretary.
45	10	"Genie with the Light Brown Lamp"	William D. Russell	Robert Riley Crutcher	November 22, 1962 (1962-11-22)
The Baxters lose their dog Smiley on a road trip. All Harold can do is think about his dog. Harold's teacher, Miss Tilcy (Virginia Gregg), comes by with a suggestion on how to get Harold's mind off of Smiley. Hazel reads Harold a bedtime story about Aladdin and the Magic Lamp. The next day he sees a gravy boat in Charlie's (Mario Siletti) store window and thinks it is a magic lamp. Charlie gives him the gravy boat. Hazel and Dorothy tell Harold there is no such thing as a magic lamp and he shouldn't get his hopes up. However, other things start to happen and Harold thinks it is because of the lamp. Because of some unusual circumstances, a man named Harrison (Paul Smith) is able to bring Smiley home. As a thank you, they invite Harrison to stay for Thanksgiving dinner.
46	11	"The Natural Athlete"	William D. Russell	William Cowley	November 29, 1962 (1962-11-29)
George becomes jealous that Harold idolizes Hazel's championship bowling streak. He decides to secretly take bowling lessons under the assumed name of Willard Armbruster. George feels he's gotten good enough to enter the weekly tournament. Hazel finds out that George has been taking the lessons. George beats Hazel and winds up winning the tournament. The next morning Harold asks George if he won. George tells him to check the paper. Harold is disappointed to see that Willard Armbruster won. Bill Zuckert appears as Jack, the bowling instructor. Bing Russell appears as Alex.
47	12	"New Man in Town"	William D. Russell	Peggy Chantler Dick	December 13, 1962 (1962-12-13)
Hazel and Rosie fall all over themselves, competing for the affections of handsome Latin chauffeur Pablo Rivera (Robert Lowery). Barney asks Rosie to go with him to the Sunshine Girls picnic as he figures Hazel is going with Mitch Brady. But Rosie hopes to go with Pablo. Hazel invites Pablo over for dinner. Mitch and Harold will be performing some songs at the picnic and Hazel will introduce the pair. Hazel turns down Mitch and gets a date with Pablo to go to the picnic. A disappointed Mitch then asks Rosie. When Hazel realizes how her date with Pablo will effect Mitch and little Harold, she tells Rosie to go with Pablo.
48	13	"Herbert for Hire"	William D. Russell	William Cowley	December 20, 1962 (1962-12-20)
The Johnson's are having some financial problems. Their stock investments consist of extremely outdated and failing businesses. Hazel tries to help them cut expenses and suggests that maybe Herbert get a job, despite his lone credential being his degree in ancient languages. George gets Herbert an interview with Mr. Griffin. Hazel refuses to make any more brownies for Mr. Griffin unless he gives Mr. Johnson a job. Griffin gives Herbert a job handling annoying shareholders. Eleanor Audley appears as Mrs. Totter. Joan Tompkins appears as Miss Adams.
49	14	"Hazel and the Lovebirds"	William D. Russell	Peggy Chantler Dick	December 27, 1962 (1962-12-27)
Nancy hates the private school she is at and misses Eddie. Hazel meets Gabriella (Susan Silo), the Johnson's new maid. Deirdre allows Nancy to move back from private school on the condition that she date someone other than Hazel's nephew, Eddie. Though she hasn't met him yet, Deirdre arranges for Nancy to meet a boy that is up to Deirdre's standard. Nancy meets gas station attendant Bud Donovan (Robert Hogan) and gives him her phone number. Despite going to the same university, Deirdre won't let Nancy date Bud because of his job. Hazel introduces Bud to Gabriella and they arrange a date together. Deirdre finds out that Bud was the boy she wanted to set Nancy up with. Deirdre allows Nancy to see Eddie.
50	15	"Top Secret"	William D. Russell	Robert Riley Crutcher	January 3, 1963 (1963-01-03)
George and Stan fly to California to meet a Mr. Murdoch on business, but can't get in contact with him. Stan's daughter Mavis is sad that Stan didn't take her with him. Hazel takes Mavis to meet visiting Senator Sterling (Larry Gates), but the girl inadvertently walks out with highly classified documents. The Senator and his assistant Mr. Andrews (Stuart Nisbet) go on an all out hunt to find them. They finally track down Hazel at the Baxter house and retrieve the documents. Meanwhile, George is hunting for the Senator in hopes that he can help with Murdoch, but has no luck finding him. George and Stan return to the Baxter's. The Senator tells George and Stan that he will set up an appointment with Murdoch. Hazel gets Stan to reassure Mavis that he loves her. Sam Edwards appears as Eddie.
51	16	"The Sunshine Girls Quartet"	William D. Russell	Louella MacFarlane	January 10, 1963 (1963-01-10)
Hazel, Rosie and a pair of Sunshine Girls team with Mitch (Dub Taylor) to form a musical group. They want to perform at an amateur contest at the state fair. A surprise birthday party for Mr. Griffin prevents Hazel from attending an audition in front of a traveling talent scout named Pauline Dunbar (Jean Willes). Mitch tries to get Miss Dunbar to visit Griffin's party to listen to the group, but she says she can't make it. Rosie is mad at Hazel because they can't audition. Pauline changes her mind and arrives at the party just when Mr. Griffin does. She thinks that George and some of the men singing a fraternity song are the group she is supposed to see. Hazel and the girls sing a song for Mr. Griffin, not knowing that Pauline is there. Pauline likes what she heard and the quartet sings another song.
52	17	"A Good Example for Harold"	William D. Russell	Ed Haas & Norm Liebmann	January 17, 1963 (1963-01-17)
Rosie tells Hazel that she broke a date with Ernie because he laughed at her new hat. George uses a white lie to get out of meeting with an insurance agent. When Hazel catches Harold using the same type of white lie, she says everyone has to stop using lies. If someone slips up they have to put a quarter in Harolds bank. Hazel has to tell Rosie that her new hat is funny looking because Harold is standing right there. Hazel then has to tell Mr. Boyle (Philip Ober), the creator of cleaning product and a potential client for George, that the product doesn't work. Mr. Boyle storms out of the house, only to come back later and apologize to Hazel. The next day, Rosie comes by with a different hat. This time Hazel, not wanting to hurt Rosie's feelings again, tells a white lie and says it's beautiful. Hazel puts a quarter in Harold's bank.
53	18	"Hazel's Highland Fling"	William D. Russell	Robert Riley Crutcher	January 24, 1963 (1963-01-24)
Hazel attempts to stop Mr. Griffin from continually inviting himself for dinner because his new Scottish cook Angie is bad. George suggests to Mr. Griffin that he pay off her contract and send her back. Hazel meets Angie and finds out that she came to America to find her longtime boyfriend Gordie (James Doohan). So Mr. Griffin doesn't send her back, Angie asks Hazel to teach her to cook. At first, George says the matter is out of his hands and Angie will be sent back. Hazel talks him into helping. George hires Murphy the Private Detective (Larry J. Blake), who finds Gordie. Angie and Gordie are happily reunited. Claire Carleton appears as a Beautician.
54	19	"Ain't Walter Nice?"	William D. Russell	William Cowley	January 31, 1963 (1963-01-31)
Hazel's nephew Walter (Frank Aletter), a self-described promoter, arrives with hopes of obtaining a large investment from Mr. Griffin for a new type of plastic. George and Dorothy begin to question his motives, because he never seems to have any money on him. George is also bothered that Walter is always mooching things and having Hazel wait on him hand and foot. Walter sets up a meeting with Mr. Griffin. After speaking with George, Hazel begins to have her doubts about Walter as well. Hazel goes to warn Mr. Griffin and he says that he had the plastic and Walter checked out and everything is on the up and up. Mr. Griffin invests a large sum of money into the project. George would now like to invest in the plastic, but there are no more shares left. Hazel bought the last shares.
55	20	"Mr. Griffin Throws a Wedding"	William D. Russell	Peggy Chantler Dick	February 7, 1963 (1963-02-07)
Harvey Griffin wants to plan a large wedding for his aspiring writer nephew Pete (Dick Sargent) and George's stenographer, Maggie. Pete and Maggie just want a simple small ceremony. Hazel is excited when Harvey asks her to help with the plans. Maggie tells Pete that he needs to put his foot down and refuse the big wedding. Hazel talks Maggie into having the big wedding. Later, Maggie tells Hazel that the wedding is off. She found out that Harvey is buying them a house and wants Pete to work for him. Maggie wants Pete to finish his book and stand up to Harvey. Hazel finds a way to get Pete to tell off Harvey and win back the respect of Maggie.
56	21	"Hazel and the Stockholder's Meeting"	William D. Russell	Louella MacFarlane	February 14, 1963 (1963-02-14)
Hazel persuades George to buy her a fancy new Davidson vacuum cleaner. But the new vacuum stops working almost immediately. After numerous repairs to no avail, she takes it upon herself to attend the company's stockholder meeting to see that justice is done. In the process, she also helps Mr. Davidson (James Bell), the head of the company, keep his job. Max Showalter appears as Mr. Starkey, a member of the Davidson company. Byron Foulger appears as Mr. Zimmerman, the vacuum repair man. Walter Coy appears as the Chairman.
57	22	"Hazel's Day Off"	William D. Russell	Dorothy Cooper	February 21, 1963 (1963-02-21)
It's Sunday and it's Hazel's day off. Busy Mr. Arden (James Westerfield) tells George that he will only donate land for a new playground if the contract is drawn up that afternoon. Hazel runs into Mr. Arden on the street not knowing who he is. They become friends, despite the fact that Mr. Arden finds out that Hazel works for George. Hazel brings him home for dinner and everything works out for the best. And Mr. Arden agrees to slow down and take it easy. William Schallert appears as Robert Kemper, Arden's attorney. Percy Helton appears as Cyrano.
58	23	"I've Been Singing All My Life"	William D. Russell	William Cowley	February 28, 1963 (1963-02-28)
George's sister Deirdre is planning a talent show to raise money for the local children's hospital. Hazel wants to be part of the show. Deirdre persuades singing teacher Mr. Blackpool (Max Showalter) to make sure Hazel and Rosie do not pass the audition. Circumstances force Deirdre to change her mind. Eleanor Audley appears as Mrs. Loretta Greene.
59	24	"The Fire's Never Dead While the Ashes Are Red"	William D. Russell	Robert Riley Crutcher	March 7, 1963 (1963-03-07)
Jeremy Webster (Vaughn Taylor), George's former law professor, has written a bestseller and is coming to visit. George wants to throw a small dinner party for the professor. Hazel and Dorothy try and by a copy of his book. Hazel finds out that Celeste Morgan (Lurene Tuttle), a local bookstore owner, used to date Jeremy long ago and still has feelings for him. Meanwhile, the small dinner party that George was planning is growing larger and more expensive than he anticipated. Knowing that Jeremy still loves Celeste, she brings him to the bookstore. Jeremy proposes to Celeste. Sue England appears as Marie.
60	25	"Hazel's Navy Blue Tug-Boats"	William D. Russell	Louella MacFarlane	March 14, 1963 (1963-03-14)
Hazel borrows George's car to attend a shoe sale, guaranteeing that she will be back by noon so George can see Mr. Griffin. And on top of that, a briefcase George needs for that meeting is in the car with Hazel. Along the way she is delayed by changing Mr. Johnson's bicycle tire, giving an expectant father a ride to the hospital, and comforting the lost girl of a Mexican diplomat who speaks no English. Before Hazel can get home, a Motorcycle Officer (Hal Baylor), Senora Villanova (Margarita Cordova) and her husband arrive to pick up the little girl. Hazel makes it home before noon and the little girl is reunited with her family. Ronald Long appears as a shoe salesman.
61	26	"The Hazel Walk"	William D. Russell	Ed Haas & Norm Liebmann	March 21, 1963 (1963-03-21)
Hazel battles both George and Mr. Griffin in trying to save the Pocono Trail from development they have planned. The alternate route would go through the golf course George plays at. She takes George and people from the highway commission to the trail on an overnight hiking trip. Once there, the trail is not as scenic and beautiful as Hazel remembered it. Everyone else agrees that the highway should go through, until they find out it's a landslide area, a flood area and a forest fire area. Instead of using the golf course route, the commission decides to use a route that would go through land that Mr.Griffin was going to build a new factory on. Hugh Sanders appears as Mr. Stettner of the highway commission. Ed Prentiss appears as Mr. Cormack. Walter Reed appears as Mr. Murray. Guy Raymond appears as The Sheriff.
62	27	"Hazel Digs a Hole for Herself"	William D. Russell	Louella MacFarlane	March 28, 1963 (1963-03-28)
George and Deirdre are worried about their bored and depressed mother (Louise Lorimer). George has Mr. Sutherland (Vinton Hayworth) come by to entertain her, but she is not interested. Mrs. Baxter tells Hazel how much fun she had gardening. With Hazel's help, she begins to develop a career as a professional gardener. At first they try to keep it a secret from George and Dorothy. When George finds out, he reluctantly goes along with the idea. Deirdre is driving down the street and is stunned when she sees her mother cutting someone's lawn. Mrs. Baxter explains that she is a gardener now. Deirdre thinks it is a servant's work and her mother should not be doing it. And much to Deirdre's surprise, Mrs. Baxter goes on a date with Mr. Sutherland. Tyler McVey appears as Salesman.
63	28	"Hazel Sounds Her 'A'"	William D. Russell	Robert Riley Crutcher	April 11, 1963 (1963-04-11)
Sir Horace (Torin Thatcher), the town's new symphony conductor, bans women from the orchestra and fires the daughter of Hazel's friend Mrs. Waverly (Ann Doran). Hazel tries to get George to change Sir Horace's mind, but George says there is nothing he can do. Hazel goes to the library to find out what she can about Sir Horace. Meanwhile, George and Dorothy throw a cocktail party for Sir Horace. Hazel finds out some compelling information on the conductor. This will lead to the friend's daughter being reinstated and a few perks for Lady Hobart (Doris Singleton), Sir Horace's wife. Hedley Mattingly appears as Mr. Bankhead. John Zaremba appears as Mr. Hancock.
64	29	"Hazel's Luck"	William D. Russell	John McGreevey	April 18, 1963 (1963-04-18)
George tries to teach Harold that good luck charms do not work. Hazel wants to sell her watch to Rosie so she can take the family to the regional bowling tournament. Hazel destroys a chain letter at George's request. Then a series of problems develop before and during the family's trip to watch Hazel compete in the tournament. But it seems that for every bad thing that happens, a good thing happens next. Hazel goes on to win the tournament. Eddie Quillan appears as a Gas Station Attendant. Henry Hunter as Dr. Summerfield.
65	30	"Oh, My Aching Back"	William D. Russell	William Cowley	April 25, 1963 (1963-04-25)
Hazel likes to say "I told you so" to George, and Harold starts to think his father is not that knowledgeable. In order to regain Harold's respect, George tries to show Harold that he knows more about baseball than Hazel does. Hazel tells George not to lift a pile of papers because he might hurt himself. George says he's in perfect shape and Hazel shouldn't worry. He then tries to hide from Hazel that he sprained his back lifting the papers. Hazel promises to Harold that she'll never say "I told you so" again. George explains to Hazel that Dr. Summerfield has come because Dorothy has a slight cold. Dorothy reluctantly goes along with George's lie. Hazel tells Dorothy that she had a talk with Harold and the promise she made. But she goes back on her word when George reveals his back problem.
66	31	"Maid of the Month"	William D. Russell	Robert Riley Crutcher	May 2, 1963 (1963-05-02)
Hazel receives a telegram telling her she has been chosen "Maid of the Month" by a prestigious magazine. George finds it hard to believe and calls the magazine which insults Hazel. What the Baxters and Hazel don't know is that Harvey Griffin pulls some strings to have Hazel picked. Harvey tells Mr. Anderson, the publisher, that he doesn't want Hazel to know he had anything to do with it. Miss Sharpe, the resentful reporter sent to interview Hazel, is very condescending and attempts to dismiss her abilities. Miss Sharpe reveals that Hazel was only picked because of Mr. Griffin. When Mr. Anderson finds out how the reporter treated Hazel, he fires her. Hazel goes to Mr. Anderson and asks him to hire Miss Sharpe back. Miss Sharpe is very touched by Hazels gesture and she writes a nice story for the magazine. Virginia Gregg appears as Mr. Anderson's Secretary.
67	32	"So Long, Brown Eyes"	William D. Russell	Peggy Chantler Dick	May 9, 1963 (1963-05-09)
Gus Jenkins (Patrick McVey), an old flame of Hazel's, writes her. The letter had been forwarded several times, but says she should write him if she would like to see him again. Hazel tells Dorothy how the two of them met. George tells Dorothy he doesn't think Hazel should hook up with a drifter, but Hazel does write him. A week later, Hazel gets a call from Gus. He will stop by to see her that evening. Harold is afraid Hazel will stop loving him, but Dorothy explains that could never happen. On their evening out, Gus and Hazel go to a few of their old hangouts, but the places have all changed. Gus asks Hazel to marry him, but she explains to him that he would never be happy settling down. When she arrives home, Hazel assures Harold she'll be around for him.

Season 3 (1963–64)

No. overall	No. in season	Title	Directed by	Written by	Original air date
68	1	"Potluck a la Mode"	William D. Russell	Jane Klove & Ted Sherdeman	September 19, 1963 (1963-09-19)
George's partner Mr. Butterworth (Russell Collins) is trying to win the Sudleys (Virginia Gregg and Philip Ober) account. George invites the Sudleys over for dinner next Saturday. Butterworth tells George to make sure Hazel isn't around that night as she may insult the Sudleys somehow. Dorothy and George go out to dinner with the Butterworths. The Sudleys, who mistakenly have the wrong night, arrive at the Baxter house. Hazel, with her cooking, charms the important and finicky dinner guests. The Sudleys would like to hire Hazel away from the Baxters. George, Dorothy and the Butterworth's arrive. Hazel turns down the offer and Mr. Sudley commends her on her loyalty. Despite the mix up, the Sudleys agree to come back on the correct evening for dinner.
69	2	"An Example for Hazel"	William D. Russell	William Cowley	September 26, 1963 (1963-09-26)
After George's second cousin's father dies, she moves in with the Baxters until she can get on her feet again. Gracie (Linda Watkins) is a shy, repressed, home bound spinster. Gracie admits to Hazel that her father was very domineering and she never really asserted herself. With Hazel's help, Gracie starts to open up. Hazel and Barney take Gracie to a carnival. Gracie has the time of her life breaking plates with a slingshot. Hazel changes Gracie into an outspoken bachelor girl, and gets her a job as a maid. Herb Vigran appears as Mickey. Robert B. Williams appears as Barney.
70	3	"Dorothy Takes a Trip"	William D. Russell	William Cowley	October 3, 1963 (1963-10-03)
When Dorothy leaves town to help her aunt care for a new baby, Rosie tells Hazel to watch Mr. B, because "When the Cats away.....". Hazel thinks George will be furious when he finds out about Dorothy. Instead of being upset, George invites several friends over for poker. Hazel thinks she'll be joining the game, but George tells his friends he doesn't want her to play. George's one friend, Jack Spencer, just had a big fight with his girlfriend Dr. Phyllis Gordon (Bek Nelson). George thinks it would be a good idea to invite her to the game and maybe Jack and her can patch things up. When Hazel meets Phyllis, and not knowing that Phyllis is Jack's girlfriend, she begins to think Rosie was right. Hazel tries to keep George and Phyllis separated during the game, until she finds out the doctor is taken.
71	4	"You Ain't Fully Dressed Without a Smile"	William D. Russell	Robert Riley Crutcher	October 10, 1963 (1963-10-10)
Dorothy is still out of town helping her aunt who has a broken heel. Hazel won third prize in a recipe contest. Miss Minnie (Ellen Corby), an old woman who repairs antiques, gives George a broken down roll-top desk as payment for his legal help. He is annoyed at first, even though Miss Minnie says that it may be connected with Abraham Lincoln. Miss Minnie brings Mr. Wilcox (Nelson Olmsted), from a Washington Historical Society, to George's office. He would like to see the desk. Meanwhile, Hazel sells the desk to Charlie (Mario Siletti) the antique dealer. George now has to buy the desk back at a higher price. Mr. Wilcox looks at the desk and says it was definitely not Lincoln's desk. Now George and Hazel try to get Charlie to take the desk back again. Louise Lorimer appears as George's mother. Eddie Quillan appears as a Mover.
72	5	"Cheerin' Up Mr. B"	William D. Russell	William Cowley	October 17, 1963 (1963-10-17)
Dorothy has been out-of-town taking care of Aunt Barbara and her kids. Hazel does her best to cheer up a lonely George. George has a free weekend and Hazel suggests a few things to do, but George is not interested. Thinking George would like to bury himself in his work, Hazel talks friends of his into coming over with legal problems. George gets furious when he finds out Hazels scheme. He yells at her and causes her to cry. George explains to Harold that he won't apologize to Hazel because she was wrong. George goes on to say that he's sure it will all blow over. But Hazel remains very cold and distant to George. George eventually apologizes and Hazel apologizes for interfering.
73	6	"Piccolo Mondo"	William D. Russell	John McGreevey	October 24, 1963 (1963-10-24)
Hazel has been out with the flu. During that time, the family ate at restaurants. George tells Hazel about the great Italian dishes he had. Hazel decides to make some real Italian dishes. But she has to learn Italian so she can read the recipes she got from Chef Luigi Pancini. While taking Italian in night school, she meets Enzo Martelli, who asks her out to the opera. George has a new client named Carlo Fiore (Albert Carrier) who is from Italy and speaks no English. George invites Carlo over for dinner the same night that Hazel was to go to the opera. When Carlo arrives, his wife who was to translate, is not with him as she is sick. Enzo comes by to pick up Hazel and saves the day by translating for the client. Barbara Shelley as Anna Forti.
74	7	"Hazel Scores a Touchdown"	William D. Russell	Robert Riley Crutcher	October 31, 1963 (1963-10-31)
Hazel visits with Coach Murphy (Alan Hale, Jr.) of her favorite local football team. Murphy is having trouble with the two owners, Mr. Wheeler (Vinton Hayworth) and Mr. Dempsey (Willis Bouchey). They keep trying to run the team instead of him. Murphy tells Hazel that the president of the league wants to buy the team and disband it. And worse, George is handling the case. Because Wheeler and Dempsey don't speak to each other, George decides to get off the case. Hazel wants George to help her bring the two owners together. George throws a party for the team. Hazel succeeds in bringing the two together, and saves the team. Jon Arnett as Gus.
75	8	"George's 32nd Cousin"	William D. Russell	Louella MacFarlane	November 7, 1963 (1963-11-07)
George's uninvited, extremely annoying and selfish country cousin Sharlene (Diane Ladd) moves in. The family is quickly becoming tired with Sharlene. After George's asks, Sharlene says she'll only be staying until she gets a job and she wants to be a model. Plus, she's hoping George will pay for the modeling school. But George tells her he doesn't have the money for that. Hazel comes up with a plan to make things uncomfortable for Sharlene. First they'll have the house painted. Then they have Harold pretend he has the measles. Hazel has the painters flatter Sharlene and tell her she should go to New York and model. Hazel then tells Sharlene that if she stays, she could help with the house work to pay for her keep. Sharlene grabs her suitcase and goes running out of the house. John Brandon appears as Ben Cook, painter.
76	9	"The Baby Came C.O.D."	William D. Russell	Robert Riley Crutcher	November 14, 1963 (1963-11-14)
George has good news - he has an invitation from Dean Evans to speak at a law school. But there is another man also in the running. Dean Evans must have a brief of what George will say by tomorrow morning. Friends of Hazel, David (James Stacy) and Maria, are expecting a baby and might not have enough money to pay the hospital. David is studying law and tries to sell insurance to pay the bills. He tells Hazel he'll have to drop out of school. George finds a way for David to continue school. Maria is about to deliver the baby and goes to the hospital. George then pays for a better hospital room for Maria. Other problems arise and George is running out of time to prepare his brief. Thanks to something Hazel did, Dean Evans tells George he can speak at the school despite not having finished the brief. Kathleen O'Malley appears as a Nurse.
77	10	"All Hazel Is Divided Into Three Parts"	William D. Russell	Teleplay by Peggy Chantler Dick Story by Peggy Chantler Dick & Frank Granville	November 21, 1963 (1963-11-21)
The Sunshine Girls become foster mothers to Emilia, a young orphan in Italy. Deirdre and Harry are going to Europe and Hazel wonders if they could check on the little girl. Deirdre comes up with a reason why that wouldn't be possible. Deirdre learns that Mrs. Johnson knows the famous artist Gabe Fairchild (Douglas Dick). Now instead of the trip, Deirdre would like to commission Gabe to do a portrait of herself. Gabe turns Deirdre down as he will be going to Europe for 6 months. Gabe agrees to look up Emilia. The Sunshine Girls want to hold a fund-raiser auction to raise money to support the child. Gabe sends Hazel one of his paintings which she donates to the auction. Deirdre has to have it.
78	11	"Hazel and the Vanishing Hero"	William D. Russell	Louella MacFarlane	November 28, 1963 (1963-11-28)
Zachary King (Leif Erickson), a famous retired athlete, and his wife Gloria (Gloria Henry) are in town and call the Baxters, but are cut off. He's seeking a job as athletic director for Mr. Griffin's firm. George tells Harold how he beat Zach in a fight when they were kids. Mr. Griffin comes by and hears Zach called. He tells George it would be great if they could get him for the athletic job, but George isn't sure Zach would be interested. Zach calls again and George invites them over. When Zachary says that George could never beat him in a fight, Harold is ashamed of his father. Harold thinks George lied to him and he now wants to run away from home. With some old photos Hazel found, she helps to restore Harold's faith in George's boyhood heroism. And George gets Zach the job.
79	12	"Call Me Harve"	William D. Russell	Robert Riley Crutcher	December 5, 1963 (1963-12-05)
Rosie and her niece Laurie (Ann Jillian) visit Hazel. Laurie wants to attend a local art school. Laurie lives on a farm and was raising sheep to sell to pay for the school. Rosie finds out that the sheep will have problems keeping warm due to being sheared too soon. Mr. Griffin is trying to call George with some important information. But Hazel is tying up the line calling people trying to find sweaters for the sheep. George and Mr. Griffin have a tiff and George resigns as Harvey's lawyer. A remorseful Mr. Griffin brings over gifts for the family, but George isn't interested. Mr. Griffin agrees to buy sweaters for the sheep if Hazel can get George to make up with him. It takes some doing and a fake accident, but Hazel pulls it off.
80	13	"The Retiring Milkman"	William D. Russell	Keith Fowler & Phil Leslie	December 12, 1963 (1963-12-12)
Mr. Griffin buys the local dairy. George has to fire Hazel's friend Claude (Sterling Holloway), the local milkman, because he is always late with deliveries. Hazel and the Sunshine Girls make plans to help the milkman keep his job. Despite their efforts, Claude is to be fired. As a good will gesture, Mr. Griffin agrees to let Claude retire with a pension. When so many people from his route come out to wish him well, he decides not to retire. Queenie Leonard appears as Peggy. Myrna Dell appears as Receptionist. Barbara Luddy appears as Ruth.
81	14	"Hazel's Nest Egg"	William D. Russell	Robert Riley Crutcher	December 19, 1963 (1963-12-19)
Hazel learns from scoutmaster Mr. Merrick (Paul Smith) that Harold won't be a Tenderfoot scout as he hasn't passed his test yet. Harold tells the family that he doesn't want to take the test, even though he can easily pass. His friend Leslie (Charles Herbert) can't pass and Harold doesn't want to be a scout without him. The Baxter's pitch in to help Leslie. Leslie still has a hard time with the things he needs to learn. As an incentive for the boys, Hazel gives each a share of stock in Mr. Griffin's company. But now all the boys can think of is getting rich with the stock. George tries to explain to the boys that stocks can also go down. Hazel gives Leslie a pep-talk and he passes the test.
82	15	"Hazel and the Halfback"	William D. Russell	William Cowley	December 26, 1963 (1963-12-26)
New York Giants' Frank Gifford is in town to possibly invest in a local bowling alley and George is helping him. George brings Frank home with him. Hazel is thrilled to meet Frank. When she hears Frank is interested in a bowling alley, Hazel recommends Brewster's (Bill Zuckert) bowling center. Plus, she shows him diagrams of football plays she has devised. Hazel brings Frank to Brewster's where she is giving a trick shot exhibition. George goes over Brester's books and unfortunately can't recommend his place as an investment. Linda Marshall appears as Miss Sterling, Secretary.
83	16	"Hazel and the Model T"	William D. Russell	Teleplay by Helen Spencer Story by Frank Granville & Helen Spencer	January 2, 1964 (1964-01-02)
Mr. Griffin wants to buy some land from Mr. Egan (Maurice Manson), but Egan will barely listen to any offer. Meanwhile, Hazel, in need of a car, buys a 1920 Model T from the Johnsons. George thinks that if he could just get Egan alone, he could make the deal. George will get a chance to speak with Egan during an upcoming golf game with mutual friend, Fred Blangsted (William Bakewell). Fred and Egan come by to pick up George. It seems Egan is an antique car buff and when he sees Hazel's car, he insists on taking a drive in it. Egan wants to buy Hazel's car. Hazel works it so that George makes the deal for the car and Griffin also gets to buy the land from Egan.
84	17	"Hot Potato a la Hazel"	William D. Russell	Robert Riley Crutcher	January 9, 1964 (1964-01-09)
Miss Elsie (Alice Pearce), who repairs broken dishware, yearns for antique dealer Charlie Carlotti (Mario Siletti). While Charlie isn't around, Elsie breaks a tea pot in his store so she'll have another reason to see him. Harold sees what Elsie did from outside the store. Hazel winds up blaming Harold for the broken pot. Elsie admits to Hazel she what she did and why. Hazel tries her hand at matchmaking between Charlie and Elsie. Charlie, however, wants nothing to do with marriage. Hazel and Elsie accidentally wind up with a purse containing the week's receipts from a dress shop. When the police arrive at the Baxter house, the way the purse was innocently taken is revealed. Charlie runs away again when marriage is mentioned. Hope Summers & Alice Frost appear as the dress shop owners. Howard Wendell appears as Mr. Drake. Dick Wilson appears as Detective Lewis.
85	18	"Scheherazade and Her Frying Pan: Part 1"	William D. Russell	Louella MacFarlane	January 16, 1964 (1964-01-16)
George's cousin Gracie has a job as a maid for Mr. Bixby (Roland Winters) in a home in Malibu. Hazel would like to vacation out there with Gracie. Hazel has sent her letters, but hasn't heard back from her. Gracie finally calls Hazel, and plans are made. Hazel drives out to Malibu. It turns out that Bixby is a big-time gangster. There is supposed to be a big meeting and anyone going to his house is being watched. When Hazel is not allowed passed the gate, she sneaks into the house. Once Hazel recognizes one of the men as a mobster, her and Gracie try to leave. Edgar Stehli as Willie Gant, another one of the mobsters. Emile Meyer appears as Wheels. Roy Glenn appears as Detective #2 Baynes Barron as Detective #1. John Cliff as Guard #1.
86	19	"Scheherazade and Her Frying Pan: Part 2"	William D. Russell	Louella MacFarlane	January 23, 1964 (1964-01-23)
George and Dorothy are questioned by Federal Agent Williby (Bert Remsen) about why Hazel is in California. Concerned that Hazel and Gracie may be in trouble, George flies out to them to make sure they're OK. Meanwhile, the gangsters hold a vote to see whether they will sell out to another mob. Afraid the men may do something to her and Gracie when the vote is over, Hazel finds a way for the men to have to vote again the next morning. Hazel overhears something that makes her even more concerned about her safety. The next morning, George arrives in town. Hazel and Gracie concoct a surprising epicurean touch that will aid in their escape. George is stopped by the police before he can get to Bixby's house. The police arrive at the house and arrest everyone. Hazel also manages to capture one of the gangsters who turns out to be an undercover agent. George says he'll take Hazel and Gracie to Las Vegas for a couple days.
87	20	"The Fashion Show"	William D. Russell	Keith Fowler & Phil Leslie	January 30, 1964 (1964-01-30)
Dorothy is set to model in Deirdre's fashion show. Meanwhile, the Jeffries (Douglas Fowley and Florence Sundstrom) come over for dinner. Mr. Jeffries doesn't want his wife Emma to know about the fashion show. She always buys lots of stuff and then is always disappointed with how the clothes look on her. Hazel lets it slip about the show. After spraining her ankle, Dorothy is unable to model. Hazel goes to the show to inform Mr. Montague (Reginald Gardiner), the show stylist, and then is recruited to model instead. Deirdre is furious and thinks Hazel will ruin her show. However, Hazel steals the spotlight from the town's prettiest girls. Mrs. Jeffries buys the dresses that Hazel modeled. Mr. Montague will use a model like Hazel from now on in all his shows. Hazel graciously gives all the credit to Deirdre. Elizabeth Harrower appears as Edith. Anna Karen appears as Marietta Horn.
88	21	"George's Ordeal"	William D. Russell	Teleplay by Peggy Chantler Dick Story by Peggy Chantler Dick & Frank Granville	February 6, 1964 (1964-02-06)
Dr. Summerfield (Henry Hunter) tells George to lose 10 pounds and Hazel undertakes supervision of his low-calorie diet. Rosie just bought a new mink hat. Hazel bets Rosie the hat that she can get George to lose 10 pounds. Every time George tries to sneak some food, Hazel is there. He even tries to sneak a meal at Mr. Griffin's house, but Hazel has already spoken to Mr. Griffin's cook, Ruth (Barbara Luddy). George loses the weight and Hazel wins the mink hat.
89	22	"The Reluctant Witness"	William D. Russell	Robert Riley Crutcher	February 13, 1964 (1964-02-13)
Miss Ramsey (Mabel Albertson), a tax appraiser, comes to the Baxter house when Mrs. Osborn, a prospective client for Dorothy, is to visit. Hazel does not realize it is the tax appraiser, and so she starts bragging and exaggerating about all the expensive items in the house. Lawyer Harry Belmont (John Archer) informs Dorothy she is being sued by Mrs. Osborn. Mrs. Osborn claims Dorothy decorated a room in a certain style which she didn't want. It turns out Miss Ramsey overheard Mrs. Osborn insist that she did want that style. Miss Ramsey is reluctant to get involved. After an unforeseen delay, Miss Ramsey is able to tell Harry what she heard and Dorothy is cleared.
90	23	"Democracy at Work"	William D. Russell	Keith Fowler & Phil Leslie	February 20, 1964 (1964-02-20)
Hazel is hinting for a raise, but George doesn't want to give her one. And this time Dorothy agrees to back George on his decision. George tries to teach Harold about democracy. They vote on several household things, and George then calls for a vote on Hazel's raise. When the vote goes against her, she comes up with a way to get another vote. Hazel enlists Rosie to help convince Dorothy to vote yes. Something that Hazel has never done before, gets Dorothy to change her vote to a yes. But, Hazel turns down the raise. She explains that George is going to have to spend a lot of money because she found termites in the basement. Francis DeSales appears as Mr. Burgess.
91	24	"The Countess"	William D. Russell	Jane Klove & Ted Sherdeman	February 27, 1964 (1964-02-27)
Hazel receives a letter from England, which suggests the possibility that she may be a Countess. Hazel mentions it to Rosie and makes her promise to not tell anyone else. But the news doesn't remain a secret for long. Meanwhile, Harold wants to get Smiley entered in a local dog show. Hearing about Hazel's title, George's sister Deirdre is at first skeptical, but then decides to have a reception for Hazel. George thinks someone is just scamming Hazel. Reginald Archibald (Lester Matthews), the British barrister, stops by the Baxter's. Much to Hazel's relief, she finds out that she isn't really a Countess. As a favor to Hazel, Deirdre gets Smiley into the dog show. Hazel tells her the news that she isn't a Countess. Deirdre now has to cancel all her big party plans for Hazel. Russell Collins appears as Mr. Butterworth, George's law partner.
92	25	"Hazel's Midas Touch"	William D. Russell	Robert Riley Crutcher	March 5, 1964 (1964-03-05)
George meets the millionaire William Cady (Leo G. Carroll) who has written an autobiography where he claims, untruthfully, that a mystery woman helped him with his career. Now countless women show up at his hotel believing they are the one he wrote about. Hazel thinks Rosie is the woman and takes her to the hotel. At his hotel room, Cady is rude to all the women who showed up and Hazel tells him off. George, not knowing any of this, invites Cady to his house for dinner. George hopes to have Cady donate some of his artwork to the local museum. When Cady sees Hazel, they have a fight and he storms out of the house. Later, because of something Hazel said, Cady donates his paintings. Max Showalter appears as Mr. Barry, Cady's assistant.
93	26	"Everybody's a Comedian"	William D. Russell	Keith Fowler & Phil Leslie	March 12, 1964 (1964-03-12)
Mr. Martindale owns a product that Mr. Griffin wants to buy. Mr. Griffin flies out to talk to Martindale, but Martindale does not want to deal with him. Hazel's nearsightedness in reading a message causes George to arrive way too early at the airport to pick up Mr. Griffin. But, while there, George runs into Mr. Martindale. George closes the deal. Meanwhile, Hazel goes on a wild goose chase all over town trying to find George to tell him of her mistake. Jester Hairston appears as Marvin.
94	27	"All Mixed Up"	William D. Russell	Frank Crow	March 19, 1964 (1964-03-19)
Mr. Buckley (Alan Hewitt) would like Hazel to do commercials for his "Aunt Nora's Cake Mixes". At first Hazel declines, but when Mr. Buckley says he'll only use her on her days off, she agrees. But soon Hazel gets called in on other days and her filming schedule starts to interfere with her domestic job. Hazel wants to stop, but she is tied to a 3 year contract. Mr. Griffin buys the company from Buckley, so Hazel is released from the contract.
95	28	"Arrivederci, Mr. B."	William D. Russell	Robert Riley Crutcher	March 26, 1964 (1964-03-26)
Antique dealer Charlie (Mario Siletti) is hiding his niece Carla (Luciana Paluzzi) and her baby because Great Grandmother Mrs. Hampton (Kathryn Givney) wants to gain custody of the child. Mrs. Hampton believes Carla is unfit because she doesn't speak any English. Hazel finds out about the baby. Mrs. Hampton is an important client of George's firm and she insists he find the baby. Hazel promises the young Italian mother that George will help her, which puts him in an awkward position. After hearing the whole story from Dorothy and Hazel, George stands up to Mrs. Hampton and tells her she has no legal grounds to get the baby. For the sake of the baby, Mrs. Hampton agrees to learn Italian and Carla will learn English. Note: This is the last episode with Charlie the antiques dealer. Mario Siletti passed away 3 weeks after this episode aired.
96	29	"Such a Nice Little Man"	William D. Russell	Keith Fowler & Phil Leslie	April 2, 1964 (1964-04-02)
Hazel befriends a down-on-his luck man named Willie Gaffney (Byron Foulger) that she meets in the park. George is sure he knows Willie from somewhere and that he had been in trouble. The Johnson's hire Willie to do handy work around the house and they are quite pleased with his work. Willie suddenly leaves without a word. A special antique bowl of theirs also disappears and the Johnson's believe Willie may have just misplaced it. Everyone else wonders if Willie is a thief. Willie returns with the bowl. Turns out he broke the original and was working in a garage to get money to replace it. Jerry Hausner appears as Homer Dandridge. Owen Bush appears as a Policeman.
97	30	"Campaign Manager"	William D. Russell	Jane Klove & Ted Sherdeman	April 9, 1964 (1964-04-09)
Hazel fights city councilman Perry Preston (James Flavin), who plans to re-zone the city park to make way for factories. Hazel starts a petition signing against the factories. Then she and Mr. Sudley (Philip Ober) convince George to run against Mr. Preston. During the TV debate, George and Hazel bring up some compelling arguments to keep the park as it is. Councilman Preston agrees and changes his mind about the re-zoning. Harold Gould appears as the TV announcer. Sam Edwards appears as Make-up Man. Maidie Norman appears as Lady.
98	31	"Let's Get Away from It All"	William D. Russell	Dorothy Cooper Foote	April 16, 1964 (1964-04-16)
Hazel and the Baxters go to a restaurant for a quiet dinner. But the evening turns out to be anything but quiet when Tony (Jamie Farr) the owner's wife is about to have a baby. Hazel and the Baxters volunteer to become the help. They called for the doctor, but it will take quite some time to get there. Hazel informs all the customers what's going on and to please be patient. Turns out one of the customers is a doctor. Mr. Griffin happens to come by and also helps out. Tony's wife winds up having twins. Bill Zuckert appears as Frank Brown. Betty Lou Gerson appears as Lois Brown. Stuart Nisbet appears as Elwood Baldwin.. Note: The then-newly-introduced Ford Mustang made one of its first TV appearances in this episode as the Baxters' new car.
99	32	"Maid for a Day"	William D. Russell	Dorothy Cooper Foote	April 23, 1964 (1964-04-23)
When Deirdre finds out the local theater is putting on a play for charity, she decides to try out for the lead. She gets a part in the play, but much to her chagrin, she has to play a maid. Max Denton (Harvey Korman), the director of the play, suggests that Hazel help coach Deirdre for her role. Meanwhile, George and Dorothy run into wealthy E.J. McClaine (Hugh Sanders) at a restaurant and wind up having to pick up his check. Hoping to get his account for George, Dorothy invites McClaine to dinner that evening. At the house, McClaine insults Deirdre, thinking she is an incompetent maid. Max Denton shows up just in time to see Deirdre throw a pie at McClaine's face. Both Deirdre and McClaine get parts in the play.

Season 4 (1964–65)

No. overall	No. in season	Title	Directed by	Written by	Original air date
100	1	"Never Trouble Trouble"	William D. Russell	Robert Riley Crutcher	September 17, 1964 (1964-09-17)
George's cousin Fred visits again, asking for money. George refuses to give it to him. George drives his freeloading cousin out of the house. But after Fred is gone, George does feel bad that he was that mean. That evening Hazel discovers that her government bonds and Dorothy's fur coat, among other things, are missing. They reluctantly suspect Fred. The Police Lieutenant (Robert Shayne) comes by to speak to the family. Harold mentions a conversation he had with Fred and it further implicates Fred. Fred comes back and announces that he has a new job. The police call the house and inform the Lieutenant that the real crook was caught. Harold Gould appears as Mr. Wheeler, the man who gives Fred a job.
101	2	"Luncheon with the Governor"	William D. Russell	Keith Fowler & Phil Leslie	September 24, 1964 (1964-09-24)
Governor McGuire and his wife (Virginia Christine) are going to have lunch at the Baxter home. Hazel is a big fan of the Governor, but George wants Hazel to promise not to monopolize the conversation. Hazel meets Jim (William Cort) and Marge Logan, young married college students with a baby. They are trying to find affordable housing near the campus. Hazel wants to mention this to the Governor, but George insists she doesn't. While the luncheon is going on, they have to deal with student protesters outside the house demanding better housing for college students. Hazel finds a way for the Governor to learn what the students want. The Governor, once he understands their dilemma, agrees to help. Douglas Dick appears as Tom Jennings, the Governor's assistant.
102	3	"Ain't That a Knee Slapper?"	William D. Russell	William Cowley	October 1, 1964 (1964-10-01)
George tries to write a business contract for Mr. Griffin and another equally difficult man, Mr. Egan (Maurice Manson). The two men are bitter rivals. Hazel steps in hoping to get the two men to agree. George is just about to have the men sign the contract when Hazel announces dinner. She pulls a surprise dinner on both of them, when they each expected something else. Mr. Griffin is upset and gets up to leave. Hazel smooths things over with Mr. Griffin and gets the men to sign the contract.
103	4	"Marriage Trap" "George's Law Partner"	William D. Russell	Robert Riley Crutcher	October 8, 1964 (1964-10-08)
George's secretary Linda Sterling (Linda Marshall) has an argument with her boyfriend Phil Merrick (Ken Berry) so she goes out with another man from the law firm, Harry Noll. At a party, Harry feels pressured to ask Linda to marry him and she in the heat of the moment accepts. Both of them immediately regret it, but don't know how to tell each other. George sits the two of them down and tries to get both of them off the hook. But before he can, a crowd of friends burst into the Baxter house to wish the couple well. They even bring a woman from the marriage license bureau. Hazel finds a way to get Linda and Phil back together and they get married right then.
104	5	"The Flagpole"	William D. Russell	Robert Riley Crutcher	October 15, 1964 (1964-10-15)
George's work with the Defense Department results in him receiving a large flag as a gift. Meanwhile, George and Harry Noll have a fight that could end their friendship. George gets upset when Hazel buys a thirty foot flagpole for the front yard. Hazel must come up with a way to mend the friendship and keep the flagpole. Hazel's first attempt to get the men together backfires. But she finally succeeds in mending the friendship. There's a little problem when putting in the flagpole. Frank Cady appears as Mr. Pincus, the flagpole salesman.
105	6	"Welcome Back, Kevin"	William D. Russell	William Cowley	October 22, 1964 (1964-10-22)
George's nephew Kevin Burkett (Michael Callan) is discharged from the army and comes for a visit. Apparently, while he was away, Kevin's wife Helen (Maggie Blye) asked for a divorce. Kevin tells Hazel that his friends stopped writing him and he now wants nothing to do with them. Hazel speaks with one of Kevin's friends named Bill. She finds out that Kevin wanted him to spy on Helen because Kevin thought she was going out with other men. Bill says that Helen repeatedly told Kevin there was no one else, but Kevin wouldn't believe her. Hazel confronts Kevin and he says he thought Helen was unfaithful due to Hazel's letters. It appears Kevin misinterpreted what Hazel said and his jealous side overtook him. Kevin speaks to Helen and they agree to try and work things out.
106	7	"Mind Your Own Business"	William D. Russell	Keith Fowler & Phil Leslie	October 29, 1964 (1964-10-29)
George is fed up with Hazel's constant interference in his affairs, so he makes a new rule for the family that everyone will mind their own business. Hazel is not pleased. Mr. Griffin wants Hazel's opinion on a new disposable skillet, so George must back-track his rule. But to have some fun, Hazel won't give her opinion on the skillet. The next day when she decides to tell George her thoughts on the matter, he thinks she is turning him down again and he won't listen. Now Hazel is going to make George stew for a little while. Mr. Griffin calls Hazel and she won't give him an answer. Hazel comes up with a plan where she can get George to get rid of the interfering pact, give her opinion on the skillet and have George think it was his idea.
107	8	"High Finance Hits a New Low"	William D. Russell	Teleplay by Louella MacFarlane Story by Rik Vollaerts	November 5, 1964 (1964-11-05)
Harriet and Herbert Johnson's muddled finances become a problem for the couple, forcing George to step in to try and fix the situation. For the time being, George puts the Johnsons on a very tight budget. George thinks he has lost some of the Johnsons stocks and bonds and now has to tell them. Meanwhile, Harriet and Herbert buy each other expensive anniversary presents. George wants to know where they got the money. He initially thinks the Johnsons took the bonds to get the money. It comes out that each of them, without knowing the other did it as well, sold some of their possessions to pay for the gifts. The Baxters find out that Smiley buried the envelope with the stocks and bonds in the yard after he digs it up.
108	9	"Just Me, Harold and the Universe"	William D. Russell	Frank Crow	November 12, 1964 (1964-11-12)
After entering herself in a homemaking contest, Hazel becomes a finalist for the top prize - a trip for two to the World's Fair in New York. Hazel would like to take Harold for his birthday. The other finalist is Louise Masters (Peggy Rea), a widower with a little boy. Hazel feels sorry for her and throws the final bake-off so Louise can win. Once the family realizes what Hazel did, George says he'll take the whole family to the World's Fair. Woodrow Parfrey appears as Lester Morton, the man running the contest. Sue England appears as Mrs. Plunkett.
109	10	"Mix-Up on Marshall Road"	William D. Russell	Robert Riley Crutcher	November 19, 1964 (1964-11-19)
Hazel is helping Howard North (Ross Elliott), the Baxter's neighbor, sell his house. George's law partner Harry Noll and his new wife Rita (Karen Steele) are on the lookout for a home. Without consulting George, Hazel shows the Noll's the neighbors house. George tells Hazel he doesn't want Harry living next door. Now Hazel tries to talk the Noll's out of the house, but Harry makes the deal anyway. George reluctantly accepts the fact that Harry will be his neighbor.
110	11	"A Lesson in Diplomacy"	William D. Russell	John McGreevey	November 26, 1964 (1964-11-26)
An apparently insufferable Russian dignitary, Commissar Joeseph Pozega (Oscar Homolka), visits the Baxter home at Thanksgiving. The family doesn't realize that it is only a test to see if they are capable of hosting the real Russian who arrives in a couple weeks. At the Thanksgiving meal, Hazel finally has enough and tells off the Commissar. Later that evening, Pozega and Mr. Hicks return and explain that the whole thing was a test and they did very well. Even Hazel. Douglas Henderson appears as Mr. Hicks, a State Dept. Official. Willis Bouchey appears as the Mayor. Stuart Nisbet appears as a Reporter.
111	12	"To Build or Not to Build"	William D. Russell	Jane Klove & Ted Sherdeman	December 3, 1964 (1964-12-03)
Hazel and Dorothy encourage George to remodel the kitchen. But his initial refusal forces Hazel to take other means to get him to change his mind. George eventually decides to redo the kitchen. Harry Noll recommends remodeler Clyde Clifton (Guy Raymond). Clyde gives George a very over-priced estimate. George lets Dorothy and Hazel handle getting a contractor. Though it takes longer than he thought it would, George is pleased with the finished kitchen.
112	13	"Better to Have Loved and Lost"	William D. Russell	Robert Riley Crutcher	December 10, 1964 (1964-12-10)
Harry Noll and his new bride Rita move next door to the Baxters. Harry finds some woman's negligee in his dresser that had been left there by accident when he lent out his old place to his secretary Susan. Hazel finds the negligee in the garbage, and thinking it's Ritas, gives it back to her. When Rita confronts him about it, Harry makes up many stories about it. Hazel and Dorothy mediate Harry and Rita's first fight.
113	14	"Hazel Squares the Triangle"	William D. Russell	Louella MacFarlane	December 17, 1964 (1964-12-17)
George's sister Deirdre and her husband Harry have a huge fight over the couple's future plans. Harry then tells Deirdre that he is retiring and moving to Bora Bora and he'll go without her if need be. They temporarily separate and Harry is staying at a gentleman's club. George and Dorothy have a fight over who is right between Harry and Deirdre, but quickly make up. Hazel has a talk with Deirdre and finds out how much she cares for Harry. Hazel sneaks into the club with a message from Deirdre that brings her and Harry back together. William Bakewell appears as the Clerk. Peter Forster appears as the Doorman.
114	15	"Just 86 Shopping Minutes to Christmas"	William D. Russell	Louella MacFarlane	December 24, 1964 (1964-12-24)
George becomes a scrooge when he refuses to give in to the commercialism of Christmas. Dorothy mistakenly believes a mink coat is a Christmas present from George, not realizing that Harry Noll bought it for his wife Rita and asked George to hide it. Dorothy later finds out from Harry that the mink is for Rita and is very disappointed. Hazel tries to get a nice gift for Dorothy to make up for it, but has no luck getting credit. George changes his mind about the Christmas spirit and buys Dorothy a mink as well. C. Lindsay Workman appears as Credit Manager. Molly Dodd appears as Miss Scott.
115	16	"Champagne Tony"	William D. Russell	Teleplay By Robert Riley Crutcher Story By James Fonda	January 7, 1965 (1965-01-07)
Golfer Tony Lema comes to town for a tournament. When the Baxter family picks him up at the airport, Hazel inadvertently loses his clubs. Hazel put the clubs into a car that looks exactly like the Baxter's. Mrs. 'Baby' Gollard (Kathie Browne) picks up her husband Bill (Donald Briggs) from the airport at the same time. It's their car that Hazel put the clubs in. When Bill sees the clubs, he thinks Baby is seeing another man. What follows is a mad scramble to find the clubs without letting Tony know they're gone. Hazel eventually recovers the clubs and Bill promises to never be jealous again. Alice Backes appears as Miss Logan. Hal Baylor appears as a Policeman.
116	17	"It's a Dog's Life" "It's a Dog's World"	William D. Russell	Jane Klove & Ted Sherdeman	January 14, 1965 (1965-01-14)
Unwanted house guests, the Durhams (Hardie Albright & Lee Patrick), and their untrained bulldog Rodney make life miserable for Hazel and the Baxters. The dog even makes trouble for mailman Barney. Hazel tries to train Rodney, but she doesn't get too far. When Hazel learns about the dog's allergy, she comes up with a plan to have the Durhams and Rodney leave quickly.
117	18	"Love 'Em and Leave 'Em"	William D. Russell	Robert Riley Crutcher	January 21, 1965 (1965-01-21)
Harold trades his prized football for a date to the school party with a girl named Zelda. Hazel asks Harold where the football is as it was a gift from her and he says he lost it in the park. She does later find out that he traded it. Hazel thinks that Harold is growing up too fast and that she is losing him. Hazel drives Harold to the party. She then embarrasses him when she stays at the dance to chaperone and cleans ice cream off his jacket. Harold loses interest in the girl when she tries to change him. Hazel realizes that Harold isn't growing up that fast and she still has him for awhile. Virginia Gregg appears as Miss Tilcy.
118	19	"Temper, Temper"	William D. Russell	John McGreevey	February 4, 1965 (1965-02-04)
George is to meet with Bianca Bellina (Barbara Shelley), a volatile Italian opera singer who is to perform at a local function. Meanwhile, Hazel's friend Enzo (Gregory Morton) returns. He agrees to escort Hazel to a Bowling League dance. Bianca plays the diva act to the hilt by refusing to perform at the function. George has Bianca over for dinner and she throws another tantrum. Hazel gets Enzo to calm Bianca down, for the time being. Bianca will not perform unless Enzo is there and it is the same night as Hazel's dance. Enzo finds a way to make everyone happy. Vinton Hayworth appears as Mr. Sutherland.
119	20	"Bonnie Boy"	William D. Russell	Fredric M. Frank	February 11, 1965 (1965-02-11)
Hazel is going to give George a sweepstakes ticket as a birthday present. Problems develop after Mayor Dixon (Willis Bouchey) appoints George to a special task force on gambling related sweepstakes tickets. Before George can open Hazel's present, she switches it for something different. Reporters inform George about the ticket and publish the story in the paper, even though George claims he doesn't have the ticket. When Hazel finds out about the problems her present is causing, she gives the ticket to the Salvation Army. The ticket winds up being a winner. Hazel confesses to George and the Mayor that she bought the ticket. The Salvation Army Leader (Arthur Peterson Jr.) brings a band to the Baxter's house to thank him for the donation. Florence Sundstrom appears as Matilda.
120	21	"Stop Rockin' Our Reception"	William D. Russell	Jane Klove & Ted Sherdeman	February 18, 1965 (1965-02-18)
George has hurt his back. After enduring no television reception for days, George calls Mr. Gilbert the "TV Doctor" (Reginald Gardiner). Harold would like to set up short-wave radio and his new friend Bruce Camden would help him. Mr. Gilbert comes by and despite the reception still being bad, he claims there is nothing wrong with the TV. He says there is some outside disturbance causing the problem. This leads George to believe that Bruce's short-wave is the problem. George speaks with Mr. Camden (William Bramley) and Bruce and they say that the radio could not be the issue. George still thinks it's Bruce's fault. A man (Morgan Jones) from the power company comes by and discovers that it was George's heating pad that caused the interference. George gets Bruce a gift as an apology.
121	22	"What's Bugging Hazel?"	William D. Russell	Robert Riley Crutcher	February 25, 1965 (1965-02-25)
Hazel's friend Gus Anderson (Paul Barselou) wants to buy his wife some new furniture, but he doesn't have the money. Mr. Egan comes by and tells George that he found out his office was bugged with a listening device. Egan believes his rival department store Mohawk might be trying to find out where he will build his next store. Egan sees Harold and Gus playing with the listening device he brought over. When Hazel tells Egan that Gus works at the Mohawk store, Egan thinks Gus is the spy. Mr. Roland (Parley Baer) of Mohawk thinks Gus is spying for Egan when he hears that Egan was talking to Gus. Roland fires Gus. Mr. Egan gets the land he wanted. George and Egan are so happy, they get Gus another job and the furniture he wanted. Jonathan Hole appears as Mr. Wilson.
122	23	"Hazel's Day in Court"	William D. Russell	Louella MacFarlane	March 4, 1965 (1965-03-04)
Hazel gets arrested after she takes matters into her own hands by painting a crosswalk for increased safety. Donald Burton (Hugh Marlowe), a reporter, hears about Hazel's story and hopes to use it to harm the Mayor politically. George agrees to defend her in court on the condition she doesn't say a word. In court, Hazel can't help but speak up and George resigns as her lawyer. Burton befriends Hazel and prints her story in the paper. At her next court appearance, Hazel realizes she is being used to harm the Mayor and straightens things out. She also has a few words for Mr. Burton. Lewis Martin appears as the Judge. John Cliff appears as Policeman.
123	24	"Hazel's Inquisitive Mind"	William D. Russell	William Cowley	March 11, 1965 (1965-03-11)
George wants to get his new neighbor Malcolm P. Denton (Howard Wendell) as a client. Hazel wants to help George and figures that if she can meet the Denton's maid, that could help. Hazel and Rosie visit the Denton's and discover the maid is a man named Mike Shiga (Aki Aleong). Hazel is intent on having Mike become an honorary Sunshine Girl. Mr. Griffin and George separately and mistakenly believe they will be asked to become an honorary member. Hazel and the girls inform Mike that they've made him an honorary member. But to the girls chagrin, he declines. Despite an embarrassing moment at the Denton house, Hazel still manages to get George the account. Alice Nunn as Hildegarde. Queenie Leonard as Mert. Ruth Clifford as Mrs. Denton.
124	25	"George's Man Friday"	William D. Russell	Keith Fowler & Phil Leslie	March 18, 1965 (1965-03-18)
A drifter named Al Dewitt (Paul Hartman) that George defends in court, wants to repay him by doing countless favors for him. However, he manages to mess up every time. In an effort to get Al to move on and knowing he's been dodging marriage, Hazel flirts with him to scare him off. But that backfires when he proposes to her. Hazel gets Al to leave by trying to change him and make him get a job. Harold Gould appears as Judge Winston. Owen Bush appears as Norval. Ivan Bonar appears as Mr. Lyons.
125	26	"The Investor"	William D. Russell	Louella MacFarlane	March 25, 1965 (1965-03-25)
The wife of local baker Mr. Mueller (John Banner) leaves him to retire in California. Even so, Mr. Mueller refuses to sell the business to George's client, Mr. Egan. Hazel, wanting to help, provides investment money and late hours of work for a share of the business. Mr. Mueller eventually realizes his wife was right, sells the business to Mr. Egan, and leaves to reunite with his wife. Hazel makes a nice profit on the deal. Frank Puglia appears as Signor Antonio.

Season 5 (1965–66)

For the final season, the show was moved from NBC to CBS, and changes were made to the main cast of characters.

No. overall	No. in season	Title	Directed by	Written by	Original air date
126	1	"Who's in Charge Here?"	E.W. Swackhamer	William Cowley	September 13, 1965 (1965-09-13)
George and Dorothy move to Baghdad to work on one of Mr. Griffin's oil deals. Hazel and Harold move in with George's brother Steve (Ray Fulmer), his wife Barbara (Lynn Borden), and their daughter Suzy (Julia Benjamin). Steve believes he will be able to show Hazel who's the boss. The Dunlaps (Ernest Truex and Sylvia Field) are in the market for a house and would like Steve to show them a few. Hazel arrives, and despite Steve trying to lay down the rules, she will clearly be running the household. Steve learns quickly that he can't pull a fast one on Hazel. Hazel, in her own way, gets the Dunlap's to buy the house that Steve showed them. Hazel receives a call from George and Dorothy. Ann Jillian appears as Millie Ballard, Steve's receptionist. Robert B. Williams appears as Barney. Maudie Prickett appears as Rosie. Queenie Leonard appears as Mert. Don Kennedy as Harry. Note: Sylvia Field is best known for playing Mrs. Martha Wilson (Mr. Wilson's wife) on the television sitcom Dennis the Menace.
127	2	"Hazel's Second Week"	E.W. Swackhamer	William Cowley	September 20, 1965 (1965-09-20)
Barbara's friend Mona Williams (Mala Powers) is green with envy that Barbara has a maid. Barbara tells Mona that she feels useless as Hazel is an all-efficient maid and a fantastic cook. Rosie comes by and asks Hazel how she likes working for Steve and the family. Hazel says that sometimes she has to stop Barbara from doing her job. Steve tells Barbara that she needs to assert herself more when it comes to Hazel. Barbara becomes furious when Hazel adds a few things to her Hollandaise Sauce that makes it much better. Barbara talks to Hazel and they come to an understanding. Charles Bateman appears as Fred Williams.
128	3	"How to Lose 30 Pounds in 30 Minutes"	E.W. Swackhamer	Robert Riley Crutcher	September 27, 1965 (1965-09-27)
Hazel signs up for a weight-loss program run by Miss Wilson (Lee Meriwether), but is shocked when she finds out how much she has to really pay for the course. Wanting to earn extra money to pay for the course, Hazel hopes to sell real estate for Steve. Steve initially says no, but later gives in. Hazel thinks she has sold a property. A mix-up with a deal involving Steve's salesman Bill Fox (Laurence Haddon) leads Hazel to lose her commission. Hazel goes to one weight-loss session and returns completely worn out. She would like to cancel the program, but finds out she can't get out of the contract. She in turn manages to get Bill's wife (Joan Shawlee) to take the course and pay for it. J. Edward McKinley appears as Mr. Bates.
129	4	"Do Not Disturb Occupants"	Charles Barton	John McGreevey	October 11, 1965 (1965-10-11)
Steve is trying to find a house for the Stonehams's, but is having a hard time. Meanwhile, Hazel helps teach Suzie how to shoot marbles. Steve brings Charles Stoneham (Oliver McGowan) back to his house to pick up something. Hazel shows Charles around the house and really talks it up. Charles finds Steve's house very charming. Steve sells his own house to Mr. Stoneham. At first Steve and Barbara are very happy with the deal, but soon they have sellers remorse. Mrs. Stoneham (Edith Atwater) would like to see the house that Barbara is going to take. Mrs. Stoneham actually likes that home better and Barbara is more than happy to let her have it instead.
130	5	"The Holdout"	E.W. Swackhamer	Robert Riley Crutcher	October 18, 1965 (1965-10-18)
J.B. Turner (James Westerfield) wants to build a 12-story building, but the land acquisition is blocked by Hazel's friend Minnie Anderson (Ellen Corby). Hazel talks to Minnie and finds out she doesn't want to sell because her grandfather built the house. Plus, he put in his will that the house shouldn't be sold. Minnie does decide to sell the house to Mr. Turner. Steve realizes that Minnie's new home will be right next to a new airport. Now that Steve and Hazel know that Minnie's been swindled, it's up to them to save the day. They finally get Mr. Turner to give Minnie a much nicer house in a nicer location. Shannon Farnon appears as Miss Cameron.
131	6	"A-Haunting We Will Go"	Charles Barton	John McGreevey	October 25, 1965 (1965-10-25)
Steve faces a lawsuit from the Garrison's, who claim that the house he sold them is haunted. Steve and Barbara decide to spend a night in the home to see what this ghost really is. They also see and hear strange things. Hazel saves the day when she discovers the ghost is really Marshall Timmons (Vaughn Taylor), the neighbor. Apparently, the Garrison's had filed a complaint and had 11 of his dogs removed. He was afraid the family would make him get rid of his remaining 3 dogs. The Garrison's move back in and Marshall can keep his 3 dogs. Dabney Coleman (pre-moustache) has a small role as the family's attorney. Rich Correll appears as Richie Garrison. Fans of The Donna Reed Show will recognize the empty haunted house interior as the living room set used for her series (1958-1966), it would soon be revamped and used as the living room set for the I Dream of Jeannie series (1965-1970). Also of note, when they are shown on the porch of the haunted house, the very popular series Bewitched (1964-1972) house is displayed.
132	7	"Hazel Needs a Car"	Charles Barton	William Cowley	November 1, 1965 (1965-11-01)
Hazel figures if she butters Steve up enough, she can get money to buy a car. Land developer J.B. Turner cancels Steve out of a deal he spent a month working on. Mona shows off her new mink to Barbara. Everyone in the family wants something from Steve, so they are all being extra nice to him. Then he figures out what's going on. After Steve refuses to lend Hazel the money to buy a car, she goes into the fish breeding business to raise the money. Hazel and her tank of rare Swordtail fish help make an ethical man out of Mr. Turner and gets Hazel the money she needs for a car. Louis Quinn appears as Mr. Foster. Shannon Farnon as Alice.
133	8	"Hazel Sits It Out"	Charles Barton	Teleplay By Robert Riley Crutcher Story By James Fonda	November 8, 1965 (1965-11-08)
Steve's plans for a family picnic are almost shattered when an angry client named Mr. Bullock (Malcolm Atterbury) informs Steve that there is no one showing his house. Harold forgot to tell Steve that his agent had to take his wife to the hospital. So Steve can still go on the picnic, Hazel volunteers to show the house. Steve tells her she can't close any deals, just give out information. Mr. Bullock objects to Hazel serving as Steve's substitute in showing the house and wants to get another realtor. Hazel, after showing the house to several prospects of various backgrounds, ends up selling it at a good price. Hazel also manages to reunite a separated couple that use to own the house. Guest stars include Henry Hunter, Eleanor Audley, Catherine McLeod, Mabel Albertson (Darrin's mother on Bewitched), Jack Dodson (Howard Sprague from The Andy Griffith Show), and Bonnie Franklin (from One Day at a Time). Trivia note: Mabel Albertson also played Howard Sprague's mother on The Andy Griffith Show.
134	9	"A Lot to Remember"	E.W. Swackhamer	Jane Klove & Ted Sherdeman	November 15, 1965 (1965-11-15)
Hazel and Barbara go to a land auction because there is a plot of land that Steve wanted. They get out bid and don't get the land. Hazel gets caught up in bidding and wins a plot of land for a $285. When she tells Steve which lot she purchased, she finds out it is a small strip of land, just about worth nothing. Hazel tries to get her money back from the county, but can't. She then tries to sell the land to J. M. Carter (Harry Harvey Sr.), a neighbor, but he's not interested. Hazel finally finds Mrs. Kirkland (Anne Seymour), a woman who was interested in the same plot of land at the auction. She buys the property from Hazel. Mrs. Kirkland wanted the land to put up a statue of an ancestor. Douglas Evans appears as Commissioner.
135	10	"A Bull's Eye for Cupid"	Charles Barton	Louella MacFarlane	November 22, 1965 (1965-11-22)
Hazel's friend Enzo Martelli is in town and asks her out on a date. Steve's plans for a fishing trip are messed up when he learns that he has forgotten his wedding anniversary. Steve pretends that he and Fred intended to take the wives along on the trip the whole time. Once at the cabin, Barbara finds out the truth and is very disappointed with Steve. Steve calls Hazel and asks her if she could come and pick him and Barbara up as she is not happy. Something Mona says makes Barbara realize she should be happy. When Hazel arrives, Steve tells her that they are all going to stay. Hazel won't be able to keep her date with Enzo. Barbara suggests that Hazel call Enzo and ask him to come to the cabin. William Fawcett appears as Campground Proprietor.
136	11	"The Crush"	William D. Russell	Robert Riley Crutcher	November 29, 1965 (1965-11-29)
Teenage secretary Millie has an obsessive crush on Steve. Barbara is having fun teasing Steve about it. Meanwhile, Steve would like to sub-divide some land that Miss Warren (Kathryn Givney) owns, but she is not interested. Mr. Ballard (Philip Ober), Millie's father, comes by to speak to Steve about how they can stop her crush. Hazel comes up with a plan to disillusion Millie, but it winds up getting Steve a ticket for trespassing. In the end, and thanks to Hazel, Millie isn't interested in Steve anymore, Steve's ticket is removed from record and Miss Warren decides to let Steve sub-divide her land.
137	12	"Kindly Advise"	Charles Barton	Robert Riley Crutcher	December 6, 1965 (1965-12-06)
Sister-in-law Deirdre is meddling in Barbara's life. She wants Barbara to do more to bring up her social standing and help Steve's career. Deirdre also wants to know why Susie hasn't been enrolled in Miss Peterson's finishing school yet. Susie doesn't want to go to that school. Hazel tries to encourage Barbara to stand up to Deirdre, but Steve thinks it's a good idea. Susie runs away from home. Hazel finds her in the attic. Barbara stands up to Deirdre and Deirdre apologizes to the family.
138	13	"Noblesse Oblige"	Charles Barton	John McGreevey	December 13, 1965 (1965-12-13)
Hazel's hassles with Cora Prichard (Lee Patrick), a wealthy socialite, threaten to spoil Steve's chances of meeting the woman's husband Everett (Nelson Olmsted). Meanwhile, Cora is having a disagreement with director Mr. Grimes about how she should play the lead role in a play and she quits. Hazel mistakes Everett for the Prichard's chauffeur and has a friendly conversation with him. Mr. Grimes sees Hazel and thinks she would be perfect for the lead role in the play. Deirdre tells Steve that Hazel should give up the role so as to not cause problems with the Prichards. Still thinking he's a chauffeur, Hazel asks Everett's help in fixing things with Cora. Everett helps Hazel keep the lead role in the town pageant and smooth things over with his wife. Elizabeth Harrower appears as Agnes.
139	14	"Hazel's Endearing Young Charms"	E.W. Swackhamer	Robert Riley Crutcher	December 27, 1965 (1965-12-27)
Hazel's efforts to win favor with Steve by bragging about his brother George only serve to make him jealous. Steve now doesn't want to go to a dance tonight. To make Steve feel better, Hazel tells him that George couldn't dance. This boosts Steve's ego and he agrees to go to the party that evening. Meanwhile, Susie wears Barbara's brand new dress and gets it all stained and dirty. Now Barbara doesn't want to go to the dance. Barbara does decide to go and winds up the hit of the party, dancing with all the other men. Steve is not happy about being ignored all evening. Back at home, Hazel tells Barbara that she made up the story about George, which Steve overhears. He wants Hazel gone and says she can stay with Deirdre. The next morning, Steve changes his mind when he realizes how much Hazel cares about the family. Alix Talton appears as Marge Evans, the woman who offers Hazel a higher paying job which she turns down.
140	15	"A Car Named Chrysanthemum"	Charles Barton	Louella MacFarlane	January 3, 1966 (1966-01-03)
Steve was going to go with Hazel to buy a used car, but something comes up and he can't go. Hazel meets Millie's boyfriend Ted at the car lot. Mr. Haverstraw (Alvy Moore), the used car salesman, will sell Hazel a car, but she needs a co-signer. When Steve sees the contract, he tells Hazel that they are charging her too much and she shouldn't buy that car. Mr. Ricci (Peter Brocco), the flower shop owner, sells Hazel a run-down 1930 car. Millie and Ted tell Hazel they'll help her restore the car. Steve is not thrilled about Hazel fixing the car up in his driveway. Steve tells Hazel he will help her get another used car, if she takes the old one back to Ricci. Ricci is happy to get his fixed up car back and Hazel gets the used car she wanted from Mr. Haverstraw at a better price.
141	16	"Once an Actor"	William D. Russell	Jane Klove & Ted Sherdeman	January 10, 1966 (1966-01-10)
Barbara's Uncle Jerome Van Meter (Pat O'Brien) comes to visit. Steve is not happy about the prospect that he might stay a whole month. He was once a movie star, but is now virtually penniless. Hazel and Barbara convince Steve to hire him at the real estate office. A bad deal of his turns into a success. Also, he gets a call from Hollywood for a part in a show. Viola Harris appears as Mrs. Raymond. Hardie Albright appears as Mr. Raymond.
142	17	"$285 by Saturday"	Charles Barton	Louella MacFarlane	January 17, 1966 (1966-01-17)
Hazel is collecting musical instruments to send to George & Dorothy for a missionary school. She also holds a fund-raising party to get enough money to buy an organ. Meanwhile, Barbara sees a piano she would really like to have. Hazel's fund-raising party causes a rift between the Baxters and their neighbors Fred and Mona Williams, who think they were snubbed. To get back at Barbara, Mona buys the piano that she wanted. Fred asks Steve about the party and finds out it was Hazel's party. Hazel continues to do some wheeling and dealing and gets enough money to buy the organ. C. Lindsay Workman appears as Mr. Springer, the music store salesman. Alice Backes appears as Clara.
143	18	"Boom or Bust"	E.W. Swackhamer	Louella MacFarlane	January 24, 1966 (1966-01-24)
Business for Steve has been very slow. Fearing future bills, Steve puts the Baxters on a tight budget. Steve has also put in for a loan at the bank. Due to some misunderstandings, the banker mistakes Steve's thrift for poor credit status. Steve finally has a big sale and tells the family they're off the budget. Thanks to Hazel, Steve gets his loan. Viola Harris appears as Mrs. Purcell. Roy Stuart appears as Cliff. Walter Mathews appears as Pawnbroker.
144	19	"Harold's Gift Horses"	Charles Barton	Robert Riley Crutcher	January 31, 1966 (1966-01-31)
Steve's spinster client Mrs. Kirkland (Anne Seymour) is showering Harold with attention and gifts. Bachelor client J.B. Turner attempts to outdo her by teaching Harold how to get along in a man's world. Turner also spoils Harold with gifts. When Mrs. Kirkland and Turner want to take Harold out on the same day, they put Steve on the spot by having him choose between the two. The two competitors get together when they find they have a mutual respect for Teddy Roosevelt.
145	20	"How to Find Work Without Really Trying"	William D. Russell	Jack Sher	February 7, 1966 (1966-02-07)
Hazel wins a dinner for two at a plush restaurant, but everyone she asks is busy and can't go. While walking through the park, Hazel meets Arthur Woods (Victor Jory), a stranger sitting on a park bench. She believes he is out of work and she invites him to go to dinner with her. At the restaurant, Arthur shows a remarkable sophistication. Hazel keeps suggesting that he get a job. He tells Hazel that he has lost any desire to work since his wife passed away. When Arthur comes to Steve's office, Steve thinks he's there for a job. Arthur actually wants to buy a lot Steve has for sale. It turns out that he's a retired builder and because of Hazel, he finds he would enjoy working again. Maurice Marsac appears as Maitre d'.
146	21	"My Son, the Sheepdog"	William D. Russell	Jane Klove & Ted Sherdeman	February 14, 1966 (1966-02-14)
Harold and Jeff Williams let their hair grow long when they organize their rock and roll band, The Leaping Lizards. They hope to win a local talent contest on TV. Barbara and Mona are concerned, but Steve and Fred say it's just a phase they're going through. The Leaping Lizards win the contest and start getting jobs all over town. Steve, Barbara, Fred, Mona and Hazel change their hair and wear wild clothes hoping the boys will see how silly they look. The plan works and the boys quit the band and get their hair cut.
147	22	"Please Don't Shout"	William D. Russell	Teleplay By Robert Riley Crutcher Story By Robert Riley Crutcher & James Fonda	February 21, 1966 (1966-02-21)
It's Friday night and Hazel expects to play poker with Steve and his friends. Steve makes an excuse why there won't be a game. The guys are actually playing at Harvey's house because they don't want Hazel playing, because she always wins. Harveys house is located next to a busy and noisy highway. Barbara and Hazel suggest Steve try to sell Harveys house for him. Steve doesn't think there is any way he can find someone to buy the house. Hazel finds the perfect couple to buy the house - they are hard of hearing. Jess Kirkpatrick appears as Mr. Hobart. Barbara Luddy appears as Mrs. Hobart. Emil Sitka appears as Mr. Miller.
148	23	"But Is It Art?"	William D. Russell	John McGreevey	February 28, 1966 (1966-02-28)
After finding a bargain in material for curtains, Hazel and Barbara think that Hazel's room must be redecorated. Hazel mistakes the famous artist Milwaukee Ames (Claude Akins) for the man she hired to come and paint her room. Deirdre mistakes Ralph the house painter for the famous artist. The mix-up gets resolved. Deirdre commissions Milwaukee to do a portrait of her. Milwaukee wants Hazel to model for him and agrees to paint her room as payment. When Deirdre unveils her portrait at the Baxter's, everyone is more interested in Hazel's room.
149	24	"Who Can Afford a Bargain?"	William D. Russell	Jack Sher	March 7, 1966 (1966-03-07)
Mona would like to move to a larger home. Steve has a listing, but it's expensive. Hazel can tell Fred is reluctant to even consider it. Steve shows the house to Mona and she loves it. Mona tries to talk Fred into buying the house and they wind up in a big fight. Against his better judgement, Fred puts a deposit on the house. Bill Fox brings in another couple that want the house, but Steve now has to turn them down. Hazel finds a way to convince Mona that they can't afford the house. Ann Ayars appears as Mrs. Sherell.
150	25	"Hazel's Free Enterprise"	William D. Russell	Jane Klove & Ted Sherdeman	March 14, 1966 (1966-03-14)
Hazel and Barbara want to earn money for Steve's birthday gift. Hazel makes a deal with the Richey Supermarket Chain to sell her chili sauce through them. She and Barbara set up a makeshift factory in the kitchen. Fred and Mona think they are making the chili sauce because Steve is down on his luck. Mr. Moore (Byron Foulger), a health inspector, stops by the house. He informs them that the house is not zoned for a commercial food business. Hazel sells the recipe to Mr. Richey (Ed Prentiss) and Barbara can now buy Steve a pool table.
151	26	"Bee in Her Bonnet"	Hal Cooper	Robert Riley Crutcher	March 21, 1966 (1966-03-21)
Hazel reads trouble in Steve's tea leaves, and Steve finds just that when he decides to help a stranger named Hogan (Guy Raymond) at a traffic accident. Steve was supposed to meet with Mrs. Fillmore (Kathryn Givney) about a real estate deal when he picked up Hogan. Steve, not being able to get rid of Hogan, reluctantly brings him back to the house. He call Mrs. Fillmore about why he didn't show up, and she is impressed with what she believes was Steve's good deed. Hogan, making up a story that Steve ran him off the road, threatens to sue. Now Mrs. Fillmore doesn't know who to believe. Thanks to a beekeeper (Harry Harvey Sr.) that can back up Steve's story, Hogan's lies are revealed and Steve still gets the deal with Mrs. Fillmore.
152	27	"The Perfect Boss"	William D. Russell	John McGreevey	March 28, 1966 (1966-03-28)
Hazel wants to write an essay about Steve for a "The Perfect Boss" contest. At first Steve is against it, but when he finds out that Fred's maid Clara (Alice Backes) is writing about Fred, Steve tells Hazel to enter. Steve and Fred then try to outdo each other in influencing their respective maids. Hazel has her essay already written, but she tells Steve she's not turning it in. She says that she doesn't like the way Steve has changed by trying to be the best boss. Steve apologizes and says he'll go back to the way he was. Hazel enters the contest and wins.
153	28	"A Little Bit of Genius"	William D. Russell	Jane Klove & Ted Sherdeman	April 4, 1966 (1966-04-04)
When Harold's friend Jeff is put in an advanced class at school, a rift develops between them. Hazel helps Harold find a new hobby, flying model airplanes. Meanwhile, Jeff is developing a superior attitude. He thinks Fred should go to night school to improve his mind instead of playing pool with Steve all the time. Hazel hopes to bring Jeff back down to Earth. She gets Fred to fly the plane with Harold. Jeff now wants his father to fly planes with him and he apologizes for being obnoxious. The boys become friends again.
154	29	"A Question of Ethics"	William D. Russell	Teleplay by Robert Riley Crutcher Story by Louella MacFarlane	April 11, 1966 (1966-04-11)
Hazel tells her friends, the Johanssons (Alice Frost & John Qualen), that Steve could get them more money for their farm than their current realtor, Mr. Ryan (Bill Zuckert). Mr. Ryan wants to have the real estate association have a hearing into Steve stealing his clients. Hazel gets Steve off the hook with the real estate board. When Hazel brings the Johanssons to Mr. Ryan's office, he says he is no longer interested in selling their farm. Hazel manages to talk Mr. McComber (Willis Bouchey), the president of the real estate association, into buying the farm.

External links

• Hazel at IMDb
• Hazel at epguides.com