From: "Dan Goodwin
"I did know it was Jerry Van Dyke's decision not to join the show, but
these were just my "would'ves." I also understand that Bernard Fox (Malcolm
Merriweather) would like liked to join the cast but got caught up in a
producer change and the offer was never made to him."
I found Dan's comments very interesting. I don't wish to offend anyone who
likes Jerry Van Dyke. I'm sure he is a fine person. I just never cared for
his comedy. I was surprised at knowing he was offered a permanent role. My
feelings are that the producers made a mistake in not offering one to
Bernard Fox. I think he could have added some extra oomph after Don Knotts
left. He went on to create a greatly needed character in Bewitched. I still
laugh out loud whenever I see him perform.
Dolly Miller-Brennan
http://brennanartography.com/
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