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The Partridge Family — Season 4
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30mHate Thy NeighborThe clang of drums and the blare of trumpets filled the garage as a young boy wandered in, fresh from exploring their new neighborhood. They had only recently moved into the area, and his presence seemed to momentarily halt the rehearsal. His mother, however, harbored a deep aversion to anything resembling show business; each practice session was met with a call to the police. A quiet struggle began then, a clash of wills between the boy’s burgeoning passion and his mother's unwavering disapprovSep 15, 1973Sep 15, 197330m02
30mNone But the OnelyKeith was hoping to ask the new student out, but she seemed uninterested, largely due to his reputation for fleeting affections. Now, he hoped Laurie could persuade Dina to accept a date with him.Sep 22, 1973Sep 22, 197330m03
30mBeethoven, Brahms and PartridgeKeith’s latest romantic interest plays the cello in the school band. Rachel believes he’s squandering his abilities on rock and roll, and manages to persuade him to compose something in the classical style.Sep 29, 1973Sep 29, 197330m04
30mThe Strike-Out KingDanny had begun to shadow Keith and Laurie constantly, attempting to mimic their clothes and mannerisms. Sensing the situation, Ruben suggested he join the baseball team, a chance to spend time with children closer to his own age. Though Danny disliked baseball intensely, it unexpectedly revealed a talent for pitching.Oct 6, 1973Oct 6, 197330m05
30mReuben Kincaid LivesShirley instructed the children to begin treating Reuben with kindness. However, unused as he was to such solicitousness, he interpreted their change in demeanor as a sign that they had learned of his impending death. The gentler they were, the more convinced he became that his end was near.Oct 13, 1973Oct 13, 197330m06
30mDouble TroubleHaving been turned down by the most sought-after girl in school—who claimed to already have a prior engagement—Keith found himself without a companion for the upcoming party. Seeing his disappointment, Laurie intervened and arranged a date for him with one of her friends. The following day, however, the popular girl’s original plans dissolved, and she unexpectedly agreed to go with Keith. Now, he faced the rather awkward prospect of having two dates for the very same event.Oct 20, 1973Oct 20, 197330m07
30mThe Last of HowardThe Partridges found themselves aboard a cruise ship, and for Laurie, a captivating encounter unfolded. A strikingly handsome and charming man took notice of her, hinting at a privileged background – he claimed to be the heir to considerable wealth. Yet, his behavior didn’t quite align with such an upbringing, raising questions in Keith's mind who suspected him of being a jewel thief.Oct 27, 1973Oct 27, 197330m08
30mThe DiplomatThe visiting ambassador requested Shirley’s company for an evening out, and she agreed. However, the encounter proved disastrous from its very beginning; he arrived considerably late, and throughout the meal, his attention was repeatedly drawn away by urgent business matters. When, at the close of the evening, he suggested a second meeting, Shirley politely declined.Nov 3, 1973Nov 3, 197330m09
30mHeartbreak KeithIn his first year of university, Keith signed up for a sociology class. For a research project, he was paired with a student considerably older than himself. Despite the significant age difference—and the fact that she was already married—he found himself drawn to her.Nov 10, 1973Nov 10, 197330m10
30mA Day of HonestyDanny slipped into the cinema hoping to avoid buying a ticket. Unfortunately, his attempt at deception didn't go unnoticed, and he was discovered. In response, Shirley declared that the entire family would endure a day of absolute honesty – twenty-four hours where every thought and feeling had to be spoken plainly.Nov 17, 1973Nov 17, 197330m11
30mAl in the FamilyWith Ruben away from home, his nephew assumed responsibility for overseeing the Partridges. It proved a task he was ill-equipped to handle.Nov 24, 1973Nov 24, 197330m12
30mMaid in San PuebloA disagreement arose between Shirley’s parents, Amanda and Walter, concerning Amanda’s desire to return to work. In the aftermath of their quarrel, Amanda left her family home and sought refuge at Shirley's. Shortly thereafter, Amanda secured employment with a local service company, prompting Shirley to engage a household maid. It seems, however, that fate had a curious twist in store: who do you suppose was hired for this position?Dec 8, 1973Dec 8, 197330m13
30mArt for Mom's SakeShirley attends art school, diligently pursuing her lessons. Her instructor speaks highly of her creations, showering them with lavish praise; however, Shirley’s family harbors doubts about their merit. A suspicion lingers that the teacher's enthusiasm might be driven by something other than genuine appreciation for the artwork itself.Jan 12, 1974Jan 12, 197430m14
30mTwo for the ShowReuben was managing a fresh singing duo, identical twins with a rather inconvenient problem: they were both hopelessly smitten with a girl named Laurie. The pair refused to rehearse, let alone consider performing, until she agreed to go out with them.Jan 19, 1974Jan 19, 197430m15
30mDanny Drops OutDanny’s behavior at school had recently taken a concerning turn, culminating in his decision to leave. Shirley and his teacher spoke together, considering ways to avert this course of action. Their plan settled on allowing Danny to believe he'd withdrawn, so that he might experience firsthand the realities beyond the classroom.Jan 26, 1974Jan 26, 197430m16
30mQueen for a MinuteFrankie, one of Laurie’s friends, attempted to make the school basketball team, only to be turned away simply because she was a girl. Determined to address this injustice, Laurie decided to run for homecoming queen, hoping to use the platform to voice her concerns about discrimination. Adding another layer to the competition, a male student also entered the race against her.Feb 2, 1974Feb 2, 197430m17
30mDanny ConvertsDanny’s brought a new girlfriend home from school. Renee is Jewish, and to impress her, Danny has been pretending to share that heritage. Now, having met Renee’s father, he finds himself facing an awkward request: the man would like to meet Danny's own family. Suddenly, Danny is grappling with how to conceal his fabrication from those closest to him.Feb 9, 1974Feb 9, 197430m18
30mMiss Partridge, TeacherWith bubbling enthusiasm, Laurie announced to her mother that she’d been chosen as a peer teacher at school. The assignment landed her in the seventh-grade English classroom – an unfortunate coincidence, as it was also Danny’s room. Their collaboration, however, proved less than harmonious for both of them.Feb 23, 1974Feb 23, 197430m19
30mKeith and LauriebelleLaurie hoped Danny would cover for her while she went skiing, taking on one of her regular babysitting duties. He declined the offer, however. Fortunately, Keith stepped forward, willing to watch the children – provided Laurie would play along and pretend to be his girlfriend at an upcoming party, a maneuver intended to provoke jealousy in another girl.Mar 2, 1974Mar 2, 197430m20
30mMorning Becomes ElectricDanny devised a publicity campaign to highlight the Partridges’ commitment to energy conservation. A local newspaper ran a feature detailing their efforts, generating considerable interest throughout the town. However, an erroneous meter reading subsequently indicated that the Partridges were consuming more electricity than at any previous time.Mar 9, 1974Mar 9, 197430m21
30mPin It on DannyThe family assembled with Ruben to mark Shirley’s birthday. Danny presented her with a lovely brooch, though he kept silent about having discovered it instead of purchasing it. It wasn't long afterward that Danny learned, to his surprise, the brooch was in fact the one his former teacher had misplaced.Mar 16, 1974Mar 16, 197430m22
...---... (S.O.S.)Shirley was taken aback to discover that an old flame had arrived in town, scheduled to deliver a formal address. He’d evidently risen to the rank of Navy Captain, a development that didn't entirely surprise her, but certainly complicated things. Keith and Danny, meanwhile, regarded his presence with a wary suspicion, questioning his intentions toward their mother.Mar 23, 1974Mar 23, 1974
