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Mercy Street

The House Guest

Season 2 Episode 2

A house guest becomes the focus of Alice’s schemes. When Mary falls gravely ill, Foster’s attempts to care for her antagonize the new chief. Charlotte tries to contain the smallpox epidemic and Samuel has to make a difficult decision. Aired January 29, 2017. Join the conversation #MercyStreetPBS

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