Feet of Clay

Season 1, Episode 30, Aired
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The Cartwrights take young Billy Allen to the Ponderosa following the death of his mother. Hoss is the only one that is able to penetrate the boy's hostility and bitterness. As the two begin to get close, Billy's father Vance breaks out of prison and comes for the boy.moreless
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      • Ben admonishes Joe to get his feet off the table. This would become a recurring joke that would be used throughout the rest of the run. Edit
      • Featured Cartwright: Hoss Edit
      • The violent death of Hoss' mother is referenced in this episode. Edit

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      • Scenes were filmed on location at Big Bear Lake, San Bernadino National Forest. Edit

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      • Hop Sing: Mr. Hoss, what happened to little boy? What you doing in Hop Sing kitchen? Hoss (with powdered sugar on face and front of clothing): I just brung your knife back, Hop Sing. Hop Sing: That so? The little boy take knife. The big boy take a doughnut. (wagging a finger at Hoss) Bad boy, very bad boy. Hoss (exiting quickly): I, I got some really important things to be doing, Hop Sing. I'll see ya. Edit
      • Ben: Get your feet off the table! Joe (taking his feet off the table): Hey Hoss, how do you suppose you and I grew up to be so sweet-tempered with such a grouch for a pa? Hoss: Oh Little Joe, I reckon he must of been a might more mellower when he was younger. Edit

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