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That must be the case. Wonder why no shows were carried 100%? I remember a SOD article that stated that Days now had total clearance ie airing on all NBC stations. Not sure when that was. Maybe late 80's? Also puzzled as to why the no. of stations changed by 1 or 2 week to wek?

In February 1970 Irna Phillips departed after 14 years of writing ATWT, 12 of which the show was #1. Joel Kane was announced as new headwriter-a puzzling choice to me. Kane had written for movies and primetime, but never a soap. It seems odd to choose someone with no soap experience to take on the show but maybe P&G and CBS wanted someone more manageable in the job after Irna. He only lasted a year and that gig doesn't even make it on his IMDB. He ended up living out his life in Australlia and writing for some primetime soaps there, dying in 1993. All in all a bit of a mystery man and a forgotten footnote in ATWT history.

@TEdgeofNight thank you. Glad to know you enjoy the posts. Guiding Light Cliff Richard Council has a one night stand with Amanda Wexler Middleton April 1979 Mrs Aikens ??? Ed& Rita's housekeeper 79 quits after clashing with Rita over care of Christina Dr Newman ??? Nov 79 Rita's doctor in Bluefield who confirmed her preganancy Dr Stearn ??? Dec 79 Rita's abortion doctor Dr Everhardt ??? May 75 Ken Norris' doctor in psych unit Spence Jeffers John Ramsey April - July 1976 Gus Hildebrand ???? Jan 77 foreman of the Granger ranch testified at Rita's trial that she had lied about events baclk in Texas Charles Babcock ??? April 77 manager Rancero Motel manager testified that Roger/Rita stayed at motel Dr. Peter Chapman Curt Dawson Oct 1977- June 80 son of Max Chapman ran prison clinic; involved with Holly and Rita; thought he was responsible for Linette Waterman's death. Elizabeth Granville Spaulding Marler Lezlie Dalton Nov 1977- Sept 80

Thanks for posting. That is very interesting. As you say, those numbers for Y&R stack up very well compared to primetime. Obviously being Summer, primetime ratings are down but nonetheless... And this is network, one can only imagine what numbers some of the cable shows are getting. I read that Succession for example, despite being critically acclaimed and widely discussed actually had similar numbers to Y&R. Considering that Y&R costs a fraction of what a primetime hour does, it is sad to see the budget being slashed the way it is. There really needs to be a reassessment of the worth of Y&R and B&B.

Doug Travis Guiding Light ??? pre 75

Re Nick Benedict - he was on AMC till 79.

Dr. Michael Shea Roy Shuman 1967- Jan 70

Irna began the story in 1969 and as far as I can make out was responsible for Dan impregnating both women at the same time, even though I have seen claims that it was written in her absence and she found that twist distasteful. It has been written that when she returned Irna quickly killed off Elizabeth and Paul and sent Dan packing but Irna was back in Jan 72 and Paul didn't die until Nov of that year. I believe Liz died in early 73 and Dan left a few months later so Irna took her time in dismantling that story. The first Liz Jane House was replaced in June 72 by Judith McGilligan.

Seams to be two Ethel Everetts. One per NY Times died in 1973. Ethel Everett, an actress who started in radio in 1931, the year she graduated from Hunter College, died Monday at her, home, 180 West 58th Street. She was 63 years old.....and “As the World Turns,” in which she played Mrs. Brando Ethel Remey. who played Alma until 78, died in 79, seems to have used Everett also at one point , hence the confusion.

As The World Turns Jeff Baker Mark Rydell Dec 56- Aug 62 spoiled son of Dick and Grace Baker. Elopes with Penny .Chris and Nancy have the marriage annulled. Gets in a fight with al James who dies and Jeff is charged.Defended by Chris Jeff is cleared and joins the Army and Penny, alienated by Jeff's immaturity dates Tom Pope. Jeff joins family business to prove himself to Penny who is engaged to Tom. Tom frees Penny who remarries Jeff (1959). Jeff has difficulties in the family business and discovers his mother's lack of faith in his abilities causing him to drink and eventually run off, leaving a pregnant Penny who miscarries. Under the name Jack Bailey, Jeff works as a piano player in aclub and Meg Blaine falls for him and discovers his true identity. Eventually returns to Oakdale and Penny ,more mature and settled and develops his interest in music rather than work in the family business. Killed in a car accident August 62 Nurse Laura March Georgann Johnson 1960 Edith's replacement at Memorial. Claire was jealous of Laura, who worked closely with Doug.

By the time of the flood revamp the show had gone through so many transitions. What direction do you think they should have gone? Continue with the McCleary's as the main family? Try and rebuild the Kendalls? Build up Stu's family eg Gary, Janet, Danny? Bring on Patti's kids as teens? Or just use whatever characters would work at that time? Lots of options. What do you think?

Just for the record Nick played Phil into 1979 not 78 as reported.

Katherine Babecki is listed as headwriter in La Guardia's book and I'm pretty sure that was really Katherine Phillips. I think at most she was a co-writer like Boruff etc or a scriptwiter from Irna's outlines. It's a pity that Katherine wasn't more dedicated to preserving her mother's legacy in some way.

Ratings for the two weeks ended June 25, 1972. 11.8 ATWT 35% 10.4 DAYS 34% 9.9 GH 33% 9.5 Doctors 33% 9.1 AW 31% 8.7 Search 32% 8.5 GL 29% 8.2 LIAMST 28% 8.0 EON 28% 7.9 OLTL 27%

@Faulkner Spot on. Look at Ashland. The character had potential to be a long term antagonist. A troubled marriage to Victoria, business manipulations, grudge against Kyle/the Abbotts, troublesome ex wife who may have a few tricks up her sleeve etc Instead they rushed through his story and he was out the door and forgotten.

Mary Stuart mentions in her book that new writers suddenly decided that Marcy Vincente was not paralyzed and had been fooling Tony and Agnes- she was critical of the plot but said happily the new writers didn't last long. I think she might be referring to Lou Scofield because elsewhere she praised Ellis and Hunt. She also mentioned that the original plan was for Jo to marry Sam when he returned but Mary didn't feel any chemistry with George Gaynes or b/w Jo and Tony so she went to the producers and they came up with the story of Jo retreating into blindness as away of dealing with her no longer loving Sam. They then decided to turn Sam psycho and kidnap Jo etc.

Dr. Michael Shea scheming doctor from an impoverished background, took over Doug Cassen's practice and romanced the older Claire, his widow. Also began an affair with Lisa. Eloped with Claire Aug 67,impreganted Lisa who gave birth to Chuckie (early 68)Manipulated himself to Chief of Staff. Walked out on operation on Mrs Steiner who died Admitted paternity of Chuckie causing Claire to divorce. Attempted a reconciliation by admitting to his shady past which was short lived when Claire discovered his true intentions -she stabbed him. Used that incident to retain his position at the hospital. Revealed to Dan that he was Ellen's true son.Mentor to John Dixon. Caught Tom Hughes stealing drugs.Used that to force Lisa into marriage to get close to Chuckie. Tried to paint Lisa as an unfit mother, whilst involved with Karen Adams.Shot and killed.(Feb 70)Killed by Hester (Miss Thompson) Pearce, whose daughter had committed suicide after being rejected by Micheal. John Lasell 1966 Jay Lanin 1966-67 Roy Shuman 1967-70

I get the feeling that like so many others, Audra is not a fully fleshed out character. The actress was probably given little background to work with. Josh probably does this to give him flexibility moving forward but it comes across as a character with little substance. Do we know anything about Audra's past? Re the businesses-even with more insight into the gaming industry I don't think most viewers would be that interested compare to cosmetics. All these different businesses require sets so it would make more sense to focus on Jabot, have several characters and have a few sets dedicated to that business where various characters could interact. One other thing that bugs me is the lack of supporting characters. I get that the budget can't support them on an ongoing basis but surely they could introduce say a PA for Devon-a day player. He/she could appear once in a while and the rest of the time be mentioned . Same for staff-an U/5 at the Newman Ranch 'yes Mrs Newman' only needs to be seen a few times but established that they are there. An extra as a secretary at the desk at Jabot etc From time to time they have used a small space-two walls as a set and it has worked. An easy way to create an office space or bedroom when needed.

I recall Ava (as played by Patty Lotz) being introduced as a construction worker? How long was Patty in the role? Was she recast b/c the character was revamped?

Moving the show to 12.30 from 2pm was a risky move but coincided with NBC taking over the show. Maybe CP were resistant to that move? Maybe they hoped up against SFT and RH both 30 min shows that were not huge raters at that time they could be competitive. By the time they shifted to Noon it was all but over. I've never been certain who was daytime VP during that time. Lucy Johnson? If a new VP came in then that would explain some of the moves. Those execs have to justify their appointments by making changes, not always for the good.

I noticed Dan and Susan were hardly mentioned in these synopses. I think this may have been due to the fact that the role of Susan was being recast. Jada Rowland ,who had been playing Susan since Oct 67, departed and returned to her signature role of Amy on Secret Storm in May 68. It seems that there was some BTS maneuvers to move her back to SS. I think that Leslie Perkins may have been a temp Susan during this time until the successful recast with Marie Masters. Maybe we will see Susan mentioned more often to indicate Marie has taken over the role. We don't have definitive dates for Leslie and Marie. Kathleen Cody played sally,Tom's girlfriend.

I don't think so-I believe the story with Fred happened later. I realized Jo went through the same thing with her next husband when Stephanie arrived,claiming Wendy was her daughter with Tony Vincente.

Yes I thought the hotel backdrop and darkened street was quite effective-pity they couldn't stop it moving. Marian claimed Arthur had fathered her child in Puerto Rico and filed a paternity suit. Arthur was recovering from a heart attack so it was a stressful time. Marian admitted she lied. But she fell for Fred Metcalf and he for her, but he backed out of marrying her at the last minute and left town.

P&G started saving tapes in 79 I think so AW,ATWT,GL,SFT and EON were kept. Days and Y&R were always kept by Screen Gems/Sony. ABC soaps were kept from late 70's (RH from the beginning) as well. That left TD as the outlier. Once NBC bought it, they chose to wipe it.

Falcon Crest's last Fri ep was #66 with an 8.6/16 20/20 0n ABC was # 29 and Mancuso FBI on NBC was #62 When Dallas moved into the 10pm timeslot it ranked #39 12.7/23 so an immediate improvement.