The long-running television classic PETTICOAT JUNCTION (CBS-TV,1963- 1970) was one of the most successful and beloved situation comedies of the 1960s. Created by Paul Henning, the mastermind behind The Beverly Hillbillies, PETTICOAT JUNCTION ranked as the fourth-highest rated series during its debut season.
Homer Bedloe of the C&FW Railroad makes the first of many attempts to shut down the Cannonball. Kate decides he can't close it if he can't find it, so she hides the train.
C&FW President, Norman Curtis, journeys to Hooterville to take matters into his own hands as far as dissolving the Cannonball, but becomes enchanted by the people of the valley.
The Shady Rest Horseshoe Tournament rolls around, and Pixley Fats is it's main contender. He might have a little speed bump though, in the form of the tournament's first female player, Betty Jo.
