Although Herb Dripple wants to take Gloria to the school dance, she has already been asked by Richie. But she and Richie learn that the dress she wants to wear is at Nifty Dry Cleaners and won't be ready in time. Richie is determined to find a way to get her dress despite the obstacle. He visits successfully higher authorities in the matter, learning that Mr. Rich owns the parent company that ultimately controls Nifty. Despite his efforts, Richie can't get the dress, and he phones Gloria to apologize. She tells him that she has been at the dance with Herb, whose father owns Nifty Dry Cleaners.