Howard Ward

Violet tries to sway Robert to her position regarding the hospital; Edith fires her editor; Thomas has a job interview; Denker digs up dirt on Spratt.

Baxter is asked to testify against her former beau; Daisy prepares to confront Cora over Mr. Mason's fate; Mary takes Anna to London to see the doctor; and a former maid comes to lunch.

Violet arranges for Neville Chamberlain to come to dinner at the estate, but the meal proves memorable for another reason; Thomas offers to teach Andy how to read.

Rose plots to bring a radio into the house; Sarah tutors Daisy; an art historian arrives; and Anna makes an embarrassing purchase on Mary's behalf.

Mary and Lord Gillingham's love is tested and Bates also faces a trial. In other events, Cora makes a new friend while Violet is reunited with an old one.

Rose and Atticus' happiness is threatened; Mrs. Patmore receives a surprise; Anna is in trouble; and Robert has a revelation.