Here Today, Gone Today

Here Today, Gone Today was the 123rd overall episode of Sanford and Son. Also the 12th episode of Season Six, it first aired on NBC-TV on December 7, 1976.

Episode synopsis
Misunderstandings abound and compound when Fred's friends try to honor his fortieth year in business with a secret surprise.

Episode summary
As a surprise for Fred, who is about to celebrate his 40th year in the business, Lamont and Aunt Esther arrange to upholster all his furniture. This of course requires the removal of the furniture without informing Fred. Upon returning to an empty living room, Fred assumes he's been robbed and summons the police -- and his insurance company. Evidently slated to air on December 10, 1976, as the 122nd episode of Sanford and Son, this installment was moved up to January 7, 1977.

Note: Bob Goldstein appears as insurance man Mr. Trild.