The misadventures of Frank Merriwell, a turn of the century Yale student. His escapades generally involve his pals under the disapproving gaze of girlfriend Elsie.
Smokey is an enthusiastic but bumbling novice fireman who often exasperates his chief Warren Packard. Smokey is also Warren's brother-in-law and lives with him plus his sister Blossom, leading to more humorous conflict.
Dental student Ted Penny is perplexed when absent minded wife Jenny brings homes $15,000 that isn't hers. She couldn't fit it in the safe at her job so the Pennys work to keep the cash safe which makes for a hectic weekend.
The limits of seven year old Chris and his imagination are the only impediment to a day's adventure. Chris lives with his single mother Elizabeth Williams in a small town and his best buddy is Roger.
Sixteen year old Rod Ryan, looking older than his age, finds himself quickly promoted. The young Rod is soon an colonel presiding over an air base in England and in charge of men considerably older than he.