Convinced that Peepers spends too much time reading and too little time in the gym, Coach Burr starts him on a rigorous exercise regimen. Meanwhile, Mr. Gurney is desperately seeking a competent chess player to represent Jefferson Junior High School in a local match against its arch rival. Thrilled to learn that Mr. Peepers is the Tri-State Chess Champion, Gurney insists that Peepers play in the tournament, despite his previous commitment to deliver a lecture to Mrs. Gurney's Wildflower group. However, his exercise program may prevent Peepers from doing either.moreless
The UCLA Archives and the S'More Entertainment DVD release both list an incorrect date of 7/10/1952 for this episode. Mr. Peepers did not air on 7/10/1952 due to NBC coverage of the Republican National Convention.
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