Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman (1976)

Episode Overview

Title: Episode 182 In this episode, Pat introduces Mary to Garth Phillip Gimble, Jr., who prefers not to be called "Little Garth." During Merle's election night gathering, tensions rise when Garth threatens Pat, but she stands her ground, vowing to reveal his abusive past if he touches her. Meanwhile, Mary feels self-conscious in her new dress, causing embarrassment for Tom at the party. Tom also dismisses Cathy's plea for assistance with Martha's mortgage. In a surprising twist, Merle lets Garth go for failing to back his TV stunt involving two minutes of silence. Mary's concerns escalate when Tom discloses his hefty investment in lake property.