Veronica has taken over Bainbridges and one of her first decisions is to employ Sandra as her new secretary. Elmo offers to invest in Jacko's business with the proviso that it is called Elmo Putney's Painting Firm. Jacko decides to take him up on his offer. When Veronica offers him a job, he changes his mind and convinces Elmo to start up a wine bar instead. Gloria is still having trouble with boyfriends.
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