Vanecko ran away that night. One of his friends, according to a police report, initially lied and didn? give cops Vanecko? name; then later, he did. But police neither questioned nor saw Vanecko for 25 days. Not until his lawyer brought him in for a lineup.
The bridal party for Major Karp and Frau Linkmeyer is a festive, well attended and well stocked affair. True to their word, the Unsung Heroes have pitched in with all their skill and talent. Hogan supervises, LeBeau cooks, and the rest serve under Schultz as busboys and waiters. Also in attendance is Karen Richter, and Klink proudly introduces her to Hogan. Both of them act as if is the first time they've met for Klink's benefit. As he is distracted by the sight of Schultz "drowning in the punchbowl," Hogan and Richter see the prospective bride and groom walking towards them. Major Karp is in full dress uniform, with ceremonial dagger, looking decidedly unfestive and uncomfortable despite his surroundings. Frau Linkmeyer has the look of a cross Catholic nun probably reacting to Hogan's lovely young companion and is wearing an ugly blue dress that is decidedly out of style. Introductions are made, and Hogan does not fail to notice nor does Frau Linkmeyer the sudden light that is just as quickly hidden when Karp greets Fraulein Richter. Nevertheless, she sends him away with her, warning him against "too much entertainment," in order that she can have a few words with Hogan in private. Surprised, Hogan agrees, sensing an opportunity that might work to his advantage. She confides that she is planning for Karp to eventually displace Klink and become the new commandant of Stalag 13. Hogan then suggests that Klink is more worried about Karp finding out how expensive it will be to move the guard towers than anything else about his new adjutant, and suggests that Karp not mention the matter to Burkhalter. Frau Linkmeyer agrees, saying, "Albert doesn't like it when the luft stalags spend money," then smiles and adds, "but it would be very good for Wolfgang's career." Suggestion planted, Hogan rejoins the party just as Klink is formally introducing General Burkhalter to the guests.