Ep 13. The Farmer Takes a Wife

In the second season of The Andy Griffith Show, episode 13 is titled "The Farmer Takes a Wife." This episode follows the small-town sheriff Andy Griffith and his deputy Barney Fife as they try to help a lonely farmer find love.

The episode begins with Andy and Barney driving down a rural road when they come across the shy farmer, Ben Weaver, sitting by himself at a picnic table. Despite being a successful farmer, Weaver seems to be lonely and in need of companionship. Andy and Barney take it upon themselves to help Weaver find a wife and set out to assist him in his pursuit of love.

Andy realizes that the best way to help Weaver is to introduce him to some of the eligible bachelorettes in the area. However, they soon come to realize that finding a suitable match for Weaver may not be as easy as they thought. Many of the women they introduce him to are either too shy or too talkative, and none seem to be the right fit for Weaver.

Meanwhile, Barney becomes smitten with a young woman named Thelma Lou, and his attempts to woo her throughout the episode provide a comedic subplot to this heartwarming tale. Despite Barney's clumsy attempts, Thelma Lou seems to be interested in him, and the couple shares several sweet moments throughout the episode.

As the search for Weaver's wife continues, he begins to lose hope that he will ever find love. But in a heartwarming twist, Weaver realizes that he has fallen in love with the local schoolteacher, Miss Helen Crump. Miss Crump, played by Aneta Corsaut, is a kind and intelligent woman who seems to be the perfect match for Weaver.

In a touching scene near the end of the episode, Weaver musters up the courage to ask Miss Crump for a date. She agrees, and the two end up going on a romantic picnic together. The chemistry between the two characters is palpable, and it is clear that they are meant to be together.

"The Farmer Takes a Wife" is a charming episode that highlights the importance of love and companionship. Andy and Barney's attempts to help Weaver find love are both humorous and heartwarming, and the episode's ending will leave viewers feeling warm and fuzzy inside. With its strong cast of lovable characters and its charming small-town setting, The Andy Griffith Show is a classic television series that still holds up today.