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Costello has learned he just inherited a fortune. As mayor of Sherman Oaks, Abbott plans to help him invest it. Costello shows off what he knows about the newspaper industry. Ken Niles answers to ask for the opportunity to be a columnist on his new newspaper. Despite Lou’s insults, will Mrs. Niles be able to help with the paper as well? Jokes about style and fashion abound. Might Lou have an inside source for a hot world news?
Freddie Rich plays “I love you.”
Lou’s newspaper is so successful, it’s beginning to affect rival papers. Bud assigns Lou to duties as police reporter. Bud tries to spark Lou’s imagination by relating a dramatic, although sometimes confusing portrayal as the police reporter. Hedda Hopper arrives and uses her skills as a gossip columnist to help out the Sherman Oaks Gazette. Will Lou be impressed by her range of contacts?
Connie Haynes sings, “Spring will be a little late this year.”
The phone rings at the news desk, and Lou has to put his foot down with Dick Tracy. Bud wants to know if any new advertising accounts of come in. As Bud and Lou discuss story ideas, Hetta Hopper enters. Famous for her hats, she gets some ribbing from the guys. The three set out for a royal interview. How will the guys fit in with the high-class society? Was Hedda’s help, Lou gets his interview.
