Ep 19. Hooterville Crime Wave

In this episode of Petticoat Junction season 2, titled "Hooterville Crime Wave," the Shady Rest Hotel and the entire town of Hooterville are being plagued by a crime wave. Thieves have been stealing everything from milk cans to tractor parts, and even the hotel's door knocker is missing.

The Hooterville sheriff can't seem to catch the culprits, so Kate Bradley and her daughters Billie Jo, Bobbie Jo, and Betty Jo take matters into their own hands and set up a neighborhood watch to patrol the town and keep an eye out for any suspicious activity.

As the crime wave continues, the Bradley sisters and the other members of the neighborhood watch become increasingly frustrated by their inability to catch the thieves. They begin to suspect that the crime wave is being masterminded by a local farmer named Matt Simmons, who has been feuding with the Bradley family for years.

However, when the real thieves are finally caught, everyone is surprised to discover that it was actually a group of teenagers who were bored and looking for something to do. The town rallies together to teach the young thieves a lesson and help them find more productive ways to spend their time.

Throughout the episode, there are also a number of comedic moments involving the various residents of Hooterville. Uncle Joe is up to his usual scheming, trying to sell homemade remedies to anyone who will listen. Sam Drucker, the local storekeeper, is constantly being interrupted by the neighborhood watch as they search for clues about the crimes.

Overall, "Hooterville Crime Wave" is a lighthearted episode that explores the quirky and charming small-town world of Petticoat Junction. With its lovable characters, silly hijinks, and heartwarming moments, it's sure to bring a smile to viewers' faces.