Our Miss Brooks (May 13, 1955)

This sitcom, which began life on CBS radio, came to CBS TV for 4 seasons from 1952-56. 130 episodes were made, followed by a feature film of the same name.

The Miss (Contance) Brooks of the title was a high school English teacher, played by Eve Arden. Stories revolved around Brooks' daily work life with students, fellow teachers, and blustery principal Osgood Conklin (played by Gale Gordon). Walter Denton (Richard Crenna) was a frequently seen student. Jane Morgan was also on hand as Margaret Davis, Miss Brooks' absent-minded landlady.

In the 3rd season episode "Here is Your Past", trouble arises when Brooks tries to find a home for a stray puppy, while also being followed by a strange man who keeps absconding with several items of Denton, Conklin, and biology teacher (and Brooks' romantic interest) Philip Boynton (Robert Rockwell). All blame Miss Brooks for taking the items while she professes her innocence. In the end, everything leads to Brooks appearing live on a "This Is Your Life"-style show, along with her unsuspecting theft victims.

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