Bonanza – The Pure Truth

The Pure Truth

Season 5 (Episode 23)

Air Date: 8 March 1964

Writer: Lois Hire

Director: Don McDougall

Synopsis
It’s the first day of spring and the Cartwrights prepare for the worst. Hoss’ annual bout of spring fever causes a lot of problems for them and Sheriff Coffee. After accidently injuring Sheriff Coffee’s hand, Hoss decides to make amends by going to collect a prisoner but gets the towns mixed up. Hoss ends up in a quiet town and soon finds himself accused of robbing the town bank. With the help of Miss Looney, an old prospector, Hoss sets about proving his innocence.

Recurring Actors/Characters
Ray Teal (Sheriff Roy Coffee)

Guest Stars
Glenda Farrell (Miss Looney), Stanley Adams (Sheriff Tate), Lloyd Corrigan (Jesse Simmons), Jay Lanin (Ward), Raymond Guth (Stagecoach Driver – Al), Olan Soule (Herman, The Telegrapher), Maudie Prickett (Middle-aged Woman in Bank)


Notable Guest Stars

Glenda FarrellGlenda Farrell

Production Notes

  • This episode was the highest rated episode with an average audience rating of 41.6, with an audience of 21,340,000 and a share of 62

Episode Notes

  • Featured Cartwright: Hoss
  • Miss Looney’s real name is Loulabelle Watkins

 

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