1 00:01:18,512 --> 00:01:22,316 Whenever I think about Walton's Mountain and my family 2 00:01:22,383 --> 00:01:24,051 I remember mostly the feeling of love 3 00:01:24,118 --> 00:01:27,255 and happiness we all shared. 4 00:01:27,321 --> 00:01:28,989 But though the mountain never changed, 5 00:01:29,056 --> 00:01:31,259 there were times, rare times 6 00:01:31,325 --> 00:01:32,960 when those we though the closest 7 00:01:33,026 --> 00:01:34,562 found themselves at odds. 8 00:01:34,628 --> 00:01:37,398 It happens in all families, I suppose 9 00:01:37,465 --> 00:01:39,400 and it happened one day in ours. 10 00:01:39,467 --> 00:01:41,302 -Good morning, John-Boy. -Good morning, Son. 11 00:01:41,369 --> 00:01:42,536 -Hello. -Hi, John-Boy. 12 00:01:42,603 --> 00:01:43,837 Running late? 13 00:01:43,904 --> 00:01:46,640 No, I got up early. Cooked myself some breakfast. 14 00:01:46,707 --> 00:01:48,176 That's where that greasy frying pan came from. 15 00:01:48,242 --> 00:01:49,743 I'm sorry, Grandma. 16 00:01:49,810 --> 00:01:53,747 Come on, children, hurry up. You'll be late for school. 17 00:01:53,814 --> 00:01:55,783 You still haven't told us about the dance, Mama. 18 00:01:55,849 --> 00:01:57,218 What dance, honey? 19 00:01:57,285 --> 00:01:59,520 Here, in the circular. A big barn dance tomorrow night. 20 00:01:59,587 --> 00:02:02,356 The livery stable. Liv, when did we last go dancing? 21 00:02:02,423 --> 00:02:04,658 Back about the turn of the century, I imagine. 22 00:02:04,725 --> 00:02:07,495 -Think you still remember how? -I think I could manage. 23 00:02:07,561 --> 00:02:09,297 Can we go, Mama? All of us? 24 00:02:09,363 --> 00:02:11,332 Your father and I will talk about it. 25 00:02:11,399 --> 00:02:12,866 We'll let you know in time. 26 00:02:12,933 --> 00:02:15,169 Does it say who the caller's going to be? 27 00:02:15,236 --> 00:02:17,738 Oglethorpe Hansen. Have a look. 28 00:02:17,805 --> 00:02:20,474 -Best caller in the county. -Never heard of him. 29 00:02:20,541 --> 00:02:22,243 Oglethorpe's just his professional name. 30 00:02:22,310 --> 00:02:23,911 Don't you remember Fred Hansen? 31 00:02:23,977 --> 00:02:27,748 That long-legged beanpole. 32 00:02:27,815 --> 00:02:31,084 He was the best dancer this side of the James River. 33 00:02:31,151 --> 00:02:33,254 Maybe then, but not now. 34 00:02:33,321 --> 00:02:36,824 Did you know him, Grandma? 35 00:02:36,890 --> 00:02:38,559 Quite well. 36 00:02:38,626 --> 00:02:40,828 You should've seen them both sashaying around that floor 37 00:02:40,894 --> 00:02:44,832 -cutting fancy steps-- -Green Eyes is jealous. 38 00:02:44,898 --> 00:02:46,500 I may have danced a lot with Fred 39 00:02:46,567 --> 00:02:49,637 but I always saved our special waltz for you. 40 00:02:49,703 --> 00:02:52,706 -What was that, Grandma? -My Wild Irish Rose. 41 00:02:52,773 --> 00:02:55,543 She was so wild. By the time she finished dancing with him 42 00:02:55,609 --> 00:02:59,280 she was so worn out, she couldn't keep up with me. 43 00:02:59,347 --> 00:03:01,249 -Come on, children. Hurry up. -Off you go. 44 00:03:01,315 --> 00:03:04,485 -Bye, Daddy. -Goodbye, honey. 45 00:03:05,753 --> 00:03:11,392 -Alright, take care now. -Bye, Grandma. 46 00:03:11,459 --> 00:03:13,427 Alright. Slow down there. 47 00:03:16,464 --> 00:03:18,799 What was that song, Pa? 48 00:03:20,734 --> 00:03:26,106 * Wild Irish rose the sweetest flower that grows * 49 00:03:26,173 --> 00:03:27,675 * And some day for my sake * 50 00:03:27,741 --> 00:03:33,581 * She may let me take the bloom from my wild Irish Rose * 51 00:04:05,178 --> 00:04:07,715 -Morning, ma'am. -Morning. 52 00:04:07,781 --> 00:04:10,318 I'm from the Jefferson County Electric Company. 53 00:04:10,384 --> 00:04:12,320 John! 54 00:04:12,386 --> 00:04:14,322 Your bill's way past due, ma'am. 55 00:04:14,388 --> 00:04:17,425 I know. We've been meaning to send it in but. 56 00:04:17,491 --> 00:04:19,393 What is it, Liv? 57 00:04:19,460 --> 00:04:22,296 This man is from the electric company. 58 00:04:22,363 --> 00:04:24,365 Your bill's past due, and my orders are 59 00:04:24,432 --> 00:04:27,368 either to collect it or turn off your power. 60 00:04:30,504 --> 00:04:34,174 -We've been expecting you. -I got a lot of rounds to make. 61 00:04:34,241 --> 00:04:35,876 If you ain't got the money. 62 00:04:35,943 --> 00:04:38,712 Do what you have to do. It's around back. 63 00:04:38,779 --> 00:04:41,715 Folks, I'm awful sorry, but I've got my orders. 64 00:04:45,118 --> 00:04:46,754 What's going on out here? 65 00:04:46,820 --> 00:04:49,623 The electric company's gonna turn off our electricity. 66 00:04:49,690 --> 00:04:51,525 Couldn't pay the bill. 67 00:04:51,592 --> 00:04:54,562 -They can't do that. -I'm afraid they can, Pa. 68 00:05:02,536 --> 00:05:05,906 -John? -I'm going over to Anker Barnes. 69 00:05:05,973 --> 00:05:08,208 He's owed me moneyfor lumber for three weeks. 70 00:05:08,275 --> 00:05:11,345 He's in the same boat we are. Nobody's got the cash. 71 00:05:11,412 --> 00:05:12,980 I can at least ask him. 72 00:05:13,046 --> 00:05:15,616 Maybe he's got enough to turn the power on tomorrow. 73 00:05:15,683 --> 00:05:20,588 It's a shame, that's what it is. A shame and a disgrace. 74 00:05:32,666 --> 00:05:35,603 Exactly 22 cents to our name. 75 00:05:35,669 --> 00:05:38,238 -Here, Grandpa, you take this. -Why me? 76 00:05:38,305 --> 00:05:41,241 Candles. We'll need some light when the children come home. 77 00:05:41,308 --> 00:05:42,843 That is a very good idea. 78 00:05:42,910 --> 00:05:45,713 Maybe I'd better get on down to Ike Godsey's now. 79 00:05:47,180 --> 00:05:49,683 I've been so fearful this day would finally come 80 00:05:49,750 --> 00:05:51,552 when we couldn't pay our bills. 81 00:05:51,619 --> 00:05:54,688 If you fear a thing enough, you're asking for it. 82 00:06:21,649 --> 00:06:24,952 -Why, Mr. Walton! Come in. -Miss Emily. 83 00:06:25,018 --> 00:06:27,588 -Sister, it's Mr. Walton. -Good morning, Mr. Walton. 84 00:06:27,655 --> 00:06:31,825 Ladies, I have called to make you a proposition. 85 00:06:31,892 --> 00:06:33,126 Oh, my goodness. 86 00:06:33,193 --> 00:06:35,162 I happen to know you've got some loose drainpipes 87 00:06:35,228 --> 00:06:37,898 that need fixing. I don't want you bothering me 88 00:06:37,965 --> 00:06:42,670 when it gets to be bad weather. So I will fix them for $2.50 89 00:06:42,736 --> 00:06:43,937 and the use of your automobile 90 00:06:44,004 --> 00:06:46,474 to go to Charlottesville this afternoon. 91 00:06:46,540 --> 00:06:48,709 You're going to Charlottesville this afternoon? 92 00:06:48,776 --> 00:06:53,614 I aim to, if it's a bargain. 93 00:06:53,681 --> 00:06:55,849 It's a bargain, on one condition. 94 00:06:55,916 --> 00:06:58,552 -What's that? -That you take us with you. 95 00:06:58,619 --> 00:07:01,321 Ladies, it will pleasure me to do so 96 00:07:01,388 --> 00:07:05,392 providing I can make one business stop before 5:00. 97 00:07:05,459 --> 00:07:08,729 Now lead me to those pipes. 98 00:07:12,432 --> 00:07:15,268 John-Boy, have you ever been to a barn dance before? 99 00:07:15,335 --> 00:07:16,504 Yeah. 100 00:07:16,570 --> 00:07:18,038 -What happened? -What do you mean? 101 00:07:18,105 --> 00:07:20,373 You've been to a dance, you know what happens. 102 00:07:20,440 --> 00:07:21,975 Last year, when Mama was sick. 103 00:07:22,042 --> 00:07:23,911 That was different. I was with G.W. 104 00:07:23,977 --> 00:07:26,046 What happens if you're not with anybody? 105 00:07:26,113 --> 00:07:28,582 I don't know what you'd do. You're a girl. 106 00:07:28,649 --> 00:07:31,552 But I being a boy have to pick my partner first. 107 00:07:31,619 --> 00:07:34,254 What if nobody picks me? 108 00:07:34,321 --> 00:07:37,124 I guess you have to pick somebody. You could pick Jason. 109 00:07:37,190 --> 00:07:38,191 -No. -If you had to. 110 00:07:38,258 --> 00:07:39,727 My own brother? 111 00:07:39,793 --> 00:07:42,930 You just start off together, silly, and then you switch off. 112 00:07:42,996 --> 00:07:45,633 Then pretty soon, everyone's dancing with everyone else. 113 00:07:45,699 --> 00:07:48,602 Jason doesn't even know how to dance. 114 00:07:48,669 --> 00:07:51,171 This would be a perfect time for him to learn. 115 00:07:51,238 --> 00:07:53,874 I'm not gonna teach him. 116 00:08:00,548 --> 00:08:05,052 I see the children, but I don't see Zeb. 117 00:08:05,118 --> 00:08:07,487 Don't worry, Grandma. He'll be along. 118 00:08:07,555 --> 00:08:10,123 I can't help worrying. 119 00:08:10,190 --> 00:08:12,359 That old fool could've been to the store 120 00:08:12,425 --> 00:08:15,729 and back 15 times by now. 121 00:08:15,796 --> 00:08:18,532 Grandma, if anything had happened, we would've heard. 122 00:08:27,274 --> 00:08:28,876 -Hi, Mama! -We're home. 123 00:08:28,942 --> 00:08:31,178 Put your books away, children, and start your chores. 124 00:08:31,244 --> 00:08:32,980 -Okay. -I wanna listen to the radio. 125 00:08:33,046 --> 00:08:36,950 John-Boy, I wanna talk to you. 126 00:08:37,017 --> 00:08:39,653 I want you to go down to Ike Godsey's 127 00:08:39,720 --> 00:08:41,689 and see if you can find your grandpa. 128 00:08:41,755 --> 00:08:43,891 We sent him there this morning to get some candles. 129 00:08:43,957 --> 00:08:45,125 Candles? 130 00:08:45,192 --> 00:08:47,127 The power company turned off the electricity. 131 00:08:47,194 --> 00:08:49,496 -I knew that was gonna happen. -Hurry up, will you? 132 00:08:49,563 --> 00:08:51,999 Grandpa's been gone all day. Your grandma's worried sick. 133 00:08:52,065 --> 00:08:55,936 You know where he is, don't you? He's down at Ike's playing pool. 134 00:08:57,671 --> 00:08:59,539 What's wrong with that radio? 135 00:08:59,607 --> 00:09:01,241 I wanna listen to Jack Armstrong. 136 00:09:01,308 --> 00:09:03,677 I'll explain it to you. 137 00:09:07,715 --> 00:09:10,918 What a beautiful day for a drive. 138 00:09:10,984 --> 00:09:15,656 -Isn't this a treat, Emily? -It certainly is. 139 00:09:15,723 --> 00:09:17,625 You're a splendid driver, Mr. Walton. 140 00:09:17,691 --> 00:09:21,394 Thank you. I hope I get my license back soon. 141 00:09:21,461 --> 00:09:23,931 When Mamie drives, we sing tunes 142 00:09:23,997 --> 00:09:27,234 and she keeps time with her foot on the accelerator. 143 00:09:27,300 --> 00:09:29,169 It makes for such a joyful ride. 144 00:09:29,236 --> 00:09:31,238 If you ladies care to raise your voice in song 145 00:09:31,304 --> 00:09:34,207 I'll be happy to keep time with you. 146 00:09:34,274 --> 00:09:38,578 * On top of Old Smokey * 147 00:09:38,646 --> 00:09:42,616 * All covered with snow * 148 00:09:42,683 --> 00:09:47,487 * I lost my true lover * 149 00:09:47,554 --> 00:09:50,758 * For courting too slow * 150 00:09:50,824 --> 00:09:54,795 * Now courting is a pleasure * 151 00:09:54,862 --> 00:09:58,666 * And parting is grief * 152 00:09:58,732 --> 00:10:00,768 And then it's got the different sizes 153 00:10:00,834 --> 00:10:02,469 so that you can grind anything you want to. 154 00:10:02,535 --> 00:10:03,971 Hey, John-Boy. 155 00:10:04,037 --> 00:10:07,507 Why don't you look it over and I'll be right back? 156 00:10:07,574 --> 00:10:10,210 Hey, Ike. Is my Grandpa around? 157 00:10:10,277 --> 00:10:13,313 Nope. I ain't seen your grandpa in three or four days. 158 00:10:13,380 --> 00:10:14,782 That's funny. My mama sent him here 159 00:10:14,848 --> 00:10:17,350 this morning to pick up some candles. 160 00:10:17,417 --> 00:10:18,652 Candles? 161 00:10:18,719 --> 00:10:23,190 Yeah, we need some candles. 162 00:10:23,256 --> 00:10:24,892 A lot of folks need candles these days 163 00:10:24,958 --> 00:10:28,628 but I ain't seen your grandpa, John-Boy. Not today. 164 00:10:28,696 --> 00:10:30,798 That's really strange. 165 00:10:30,864 --> 00:10:34,101 Ike, we need those candles so. 166 00:10:34,167 --> 00:10:36,303 I'm sure my grandpa's got some money on him. 167 00:10:36,369 --> 00:10:37,604 Could you let me have them 168 00:10:37,671 --> 00:10:39,472 and I'll pay you back when I find him? 169 00:10:39,539 --> 00:10:42,475 I guess it's okay. I'll be right with you, folks. 170 00:10:42,542 --> 00:10:43,811 How many do you need, John-boy? 171 00:10:43,877 --> 00:10:46,914 Uh, seven or eight ought to do it. 172 00:10:55,723 --> 00:10:57,157 Come on, ladies. 173 00:10:57,224 --> 00:10:59,192 This will have to be our last stop. 174 00:10:59,259 --> 00:11:01,461 They don't let me drive much after twilight 175 00:11:01,528 --> 00:11:04,031 and it'll soon be getting dark. 176 00:11:04,097 --> 00:11:05,866 Yes. 177 00:11:05,933 --> 00:11:08,235 We'll get on home as soon as we pay our respects 178 00:11:08,301 --> 00:11:11,071 to Mr. Harper. 179 00:11:12,706 --> 00:11:16,243 There you are. 180 00:11:16,309 --> 00:11:21,481 Ladies, what a pleasure it is to see you again. 181 00:11:21,548 --> 00:11:22,816 Good day, Mr. Harper. 182 00:11:22,883 --> 00:11:25,552 We just couldn't visit town without stopping in. 183 00:11:25,618 --> 00:11:28,488 Good to see you again, Zeb. 184 00:11:28,555 --> 00:11:31,859 Papa purchased his medicine from Mr. Harper during the illness. 185 00:11:31,925 --> 00:11:33,426 It was a pleasure to do business 186 00:11:33,493 --> 00:11:36,930 with such a distinguished gentleman as Judge Baldwin. 187 00:11:36,997 --> 00:11:39,566 Mr. Harper used to deliver the medicine personally 188 00:11:39,632 --> 00:11:42,069 all the way to our house. 189 00:11:42,135 --> 00:11:46,774 And he never left without sharing some of the Recipe. 190 00:11:46,840 --> 00:11:49,910 The Recipe. 191 00:11:49,977 --> 00:11:53,046 We have a surprise for you. 192 00:11:53,113 --> 00:11:55,949 You don't mean to tell me. 193 00:11:56,016 --> 00:11:59,452 It's from a batch that Papa made in 1925 194 00:11:59,519 --> 00:12:02,890 and we only share it with very special people. 195 00:12:02,956 --> 00:12:07,194 Well, I declare! How very thoughtful of you. 196 00:12:07,260 --> 00:12:10,964 You must let me do something for you. I know. 197 00:12:11,031 --> 00:12:15,135 How about three chocolate sodas on the house? 198 00:12:15,202 --> 00:12:18,471 -Mr. Walton, have we time? -Chocolate? 199 00:12:18,538 --> 00:12:21,942 It's been a long time since I've had a soda. 200 00:12:22,009 --> 00:12:23,811 I don't see how a chocolate soda 201 00:12:23,877 --> 00:12:26,713 could possibly interfere with my driving. 202 00:12:26,780 --> 00:12:29,149 Let's indulge ourselves. 203 00:12:29,216 --> 00:12:33,386 Mr. Harper, your hospitality is positively overwhelming. 204 00:12:33,453 --> 00:12:36,423 Alright, three chocolate sodas coming up in a jiffy. 205 00:12:36,489 --> 00:12:37,858 Why don't you browse around? 206 00:12:37,925 --> 00:12:40,560 I'll call you when they're ready. 207 00:12:40,627 --> 00:12:44,865 -Isn't he a lovely gentleman? -He seems to be. 208 00:12:44,932 --> 00:12:49,436 Look, Sister. Perfume. 209 00:12:49,502 --> 00:12:51,604 It smells positively wicked. 210 00:12:51,671 --> 00:12:55,809 What do you expect? Look at that name. L'Amour. 211 00:12:55,876 --> 00:12:58,846 Those French women have no shame. 212 00:12:58,912 --> 00:13:01,849 There seems to be all kinds here. 213 00:13:01,915 --> 00:13:04,184 "My Rapture." 214 00:13:04,251 --> 00:13:08,221 I think I'd like to get some of that for my Esther. 215 00:13:08,288 --> 00:13:09,722 What kind does she prefer, Mr. Walton? 216 00:13:09,789 --> 00:13:13,293 I don't exactly remember. It's raspberry, I think. 217 00:13:13,360 --> 00:13:14,694 Raspberry? 218 00:13:14,761 --> 00:13:19,232 That is her favorite flavor in a punch drink. Raspberry. 219 00:13:19,299 --> 00:13:23,303 Here's a nice cologne. Evening Mist. 220 00:13:23,370 --> 00:13:28,075 It don't exactly smell like raspberry to me. 221 00:13:28,141 --> 00:13:33,513 But it's light and delicate. And it's only 39 cents. 222 00:13:33,580 --> 00:13:39,086 39 cents. I think maybe I could go for that. 223 00:13:39,152 --> 00:13:42,355 Do you suppose he'd wrap it up as a gift for me? 224 00:13:42,422 --> 00:13:43,891 I'm sure he will. 225 00:13:43,957 --> 00:13:46,826 There you are, ladies. All set. 226 00:13:48,695 --> 00:13:50,898 Don't they look delicious! 227 00:13:50,964 --> 00:13:53,566 They certainly do. 228 00:13:53,633 --> 00:13:57,304 Mr. Harper, would you wrap this as a gift for Mr. Walton? 229 00:13:57,370 --> 00:14:00,007 I'd be happy to. That's 39 cents. 230 00:14:00,073 --> 00:14:03,110 -Here you are. -Thank you, sir. 231 00:14:05,278 --> 00:14:09,582 -Isn't this a treat, Sister? -A divine treat. 232 00:14:09,649 --> 00:14:14,821 Life just has its little rewards, doesn't it, Mr. Walton? 233 00:14:14,888 --> 00:14:17,190 Indeed it does. 234 00:14:24,965 --> 00:14:27,700 Grandma, we ought to light the candles 235 00:14:27,767 --> 00:14:30,537 and feed the children now. 236 00:14:30,603 --> 00:14:33,273 Where could that old man be? 237 00:14:33,340 --> 00:14:35,775 He's probably out with John somewhere. 238 00:14:35,842 --> 00:14:39,446 John-Boy said that Zeb never reached Ike Godsey's store. 239 00:14:39,512 --> 00:14:44,017 He could be lying alongside the road somewhere hurt or.... 240 00:14:44,084 --> 00:14:47,220 Come on, Grandma, let's feed the children. 241 00:15:08,375 --> 00:15:12,745 That's a dog. That's Reckless. 242 00:15:12,812 --> 00:15:15,282 It's got a split lip. 243 00:15:15,348 --> 00:15:18,651 -Make a crab, John-Boy. -A crab? 244 00:15:18,718 --> 00:15:21,121 It's like a tick going up a leg. 245 00:15:21,188 --> 00:15:23,490 It's upside down. 246 00:15:23,556 --> 00:15:25,458 Hello, everyone. 247 00:15:25,525 --> 00:15:27,194 Hi, Daddy. 248 00:15:27,260 --> 00:15:29,129 It's like old times. 249 00:15:29,196 --> 00:15:31,831 Daddy, watch John-Boy make a crab. 250 00:15:31,898 --> 00:15:37,604 Know how to make a duck? Watch this. 251 00:15:37,670 --> 00:15:39,206 Isn't Zeb with you? 252 00:15:39,272 --> 00:15:42,642 No, Ma. I was out trying to sell a hog all day with Anker Barnes. 253 00:15:42,709 --> 00:15:45,912 Got the money, too. 254 00:15:45,979 --> 00:15:47,747 What's wrong? 255 00:15:47,814 --> 00:15:49,716 Grandpa started for Ike Godsey's store this morning 256 00:15:49,782 --> 00:15:51,184 shortly after you left. 257 00:15:51,251 --> 00:15:55,388 Only he never got there, and we have no idea where he is. 258 00:15:55,455 --> 00:15:57,590 I think we should drive around and see 259 00:15:57,657 --> 00:16:00,727 if Zeb is with one of the neighbors. 260 00:16:00,793 --> 00:16:02,162 Alright, Ma. 261 00:16:02,229 --> 00:16:04,531 We've had dinner, but I'll keep your supper warm. 262 00:16:04,597 --> 00:16:06,433 Let's go. 263 00:16:22,482 --> 00:16:23,750 John, stop. 264 00:16:23,816 --> 00:16:27,220 There's something over there at the side of the road. 265 00:16:31,691 --> 00:16:35,128 No, Ma, it's nothing. It's just an old log. 266 00:17:05,125 --> 00:17:07,194 Nobody home. 267 00:17:07,260 --> 00:17:09,596 Can't say I'm sorry. 268 00:17:09,662 --> 00:17:12,865 If I thought that old man had been in there all day 269 00:17:12,932 --> 00:17:14,567 drinking that Recipe. 270 00:17:14,634 --> 00:17:16,669 He's probably with one of his friends, Ma. 271 00:17:16,736 --> 00:17:18,905 Which one? He's got friends all over these mountains. 272 00:17:18,971 --> 00:17:23,310 You know his friends better than I do. What about Alan? 273 00:17:32,285 --> 00:17:36,189 -Wasn't that. -It sure was, Ma. 274 00:17:36,256 --> 00:17:37,824 You go get him. 275 00:17:43,463 --> 00:17:45,765 Son, what on earth are you doing here? 276 00:17:45,832 --> 00:17:47,534 We've been looking for you, Pa. 277 00:17:47,600 --> 00:17:49,536 John Walton, how nice to see you. 278 00:17:49,602 --> 00:17:51,238 Hello, Miss Mamie and Miss Emily. 279 00:17:51,304 --> 00:17:54,174 Do come in and have some refreshment, Mr. Walton. 280 00:17:54,241 --> 00:17:56,776 I'm afraid not. My ma is waiting in the truck. 281 00:17:56,843 --> 00:17:58,111 Esther? 282 00:17:58,178 --> 00:18:00,413 My goodness. Maybe she'll join us. 283 00:18:02,215 --> 00:18:05,218 I wouldn't be smiling if I were you, Pa. 284 00:18:09,222 --> 00:18:13,793 Mrs. Walton, I'm so happy to see you again. 285 00:18:13,860 --> 00:18:15,428 It's been some time. 286 00:18:15,495 --> 00:18:18,798 That husband of yours just has to be the kindest man 287 00:18:18,865 --> 00:18:20,700 in the entire state of Virginia. 288 00:18:20,767 --> 00:18:24,504 He drove us all the way into Charlottesville. 289 00:18:24,571 --> 00:18:27,174 He's a kind one, alright. 290 00:18:27,240 --> 00:18:29,609 Won't you come in for a visit? 291 00:18:29,676 --> 00:18:32,445 I'm sorry. Got some folks home worried about us. 292 00:18:32,512 --> 00:18:34,046 Maybe some other time, ladies. 293 00:18:34,113 --> 00:18:36,683 Well, if you must go. 294 00:18:36,749 --> 00:18:40,453 Thank you again, Mr. Walton. It was a most delightful trip. 295 00:18:40,520 --> 00:18:43,290 -My pleasure, ladies. -A divine treat. 296 00:18:43,356 --> 00:18:45,492 You better get in now, Pa. 297 00:18:52,665 --> 00:18:55,235 Goodbye. 298 00:18:55,302 --> 00:18:58,371 -Goodbye, all. -Goodbye! Thank you again. 299 00:19:02,442 --> 00:19:05,612 I'll bet you can't guess why I went into town today. 300 00:19:05,678 --> 00:19:09,649 Well, it wasn't to buy candles. You took our last 22 cents. 301 00:19:09,716 --> 00:19:13,486 Candles, my land! I completely forgot about it. 302 00:19:13,553 --> 00:19:16,556 You'd rather go gallivanting around with two single ladies 303 00:19:16,623 --> 00:19:18,425 instead of caring for your own? 304 00:19:18,491 --> 00:19:20,893 Esther, you don't really mean that. 305 00:19:20,960 --> 00:19:23,463 You smell like a June bride. 306 00:19:23,530 --> 00:19:26,199 Alright, then. I just won't tell you. 307 00:19:26,266 --> 00:19:28,268 We will let it be a surprise. 308 00:19:28,335 --> 00:19:31,438 You're the one that's in for a surprise, old man. 309 00:19:31,504 --> 00:19:34,541 You'll be sleeping on the couch tonight. 310 00:19:41,514 --> 00:19:45,418 I let the kids know that I'm safe and sound. 311 00:19:45,485 --> 00:19:47,687 -Safe, maybe. -You, too? 312 00:19:47,754 --> 00:19:50,490 You could've told us you were driving the Baldwins to town. 313 00:19:50,557 --> 00:19:52,492 What am I, some little shirttail kid 314 00:19:52,559 --> 00:19:55,562 that has to report to his mama every time he turns around? 315 00:19:55,628 --> 00:19:57,964 If you could've seen Grandma worrying all day. 316 00:19:58,030 --> 00:20:00,500 That's the trouble with her. She worries too much. 317 00:20:02,635 --> 00:20:05,505 Where is she? I suppose she's sitting in our room pouting. 318 00:20:05,572 --> 00:20:08,408 I'm gonna go see if she's alright. 319 00:20:08,475 --> 00:20:11,344 If I made her a bed of roses, 320 00:20:11,411 --> 00:20:13,413 she'd only complain about the thorns. 321 00:20:13,480 --> 00:20:15,282 What's she doing? Sitting in there brooding, 322 00:20:15,348 --> 00:20:17,149 without even a lit candle. 323 00:20:17,216 --> 00:20:21,087 At least we'll have the lights tomorrow, thank heaven. 324 00:20:21,153 --> 00:20:24,291 I finally sold that hog Anker Barnes paid me with. 325 00:20:24,357 --> 00:20:25,625 Going in to settle up tomorrow. 326 00:20:25,692 --> 00:20:27,360 There's no need to do that. 327 00:20:27,427 --> 00:20:29,128 That's what I went into town for today. 328 00:20:29,195 --> 00:20:30,397 You did what? 329 00:20:30,463 --> 00:20:32,799 I fixed the Baldwins' drainpipes. 330 00:20:32,865 --> 00:20:34,501 They gave me enough money to pay the bill. 331 00:20:34,567 --> 00:20:37,103 The man will turn it on in the morning. 332 00:20:37,169 --> 00:20:39,639 For heaven's sake, why didn't you tell Ma that? 333 00:20:39,706 --> 00:20:41,441 Because she's been letting her 334 00:20:41,508 --> 00:20:44,210 mind run wild with jealousy here lately. 335 00:20:44,277 --> 00:20:47,814 I decide to let her stew in her own juices. 336 00:20:47,880 --> 00:20:49,716 I still think you ought to tell her. 337 00:20:49,782 --> 00:20:54,120 Nope. Don't tell her, either. It's between the two of us. 338 00:20:54,186 --> 00:20:55,588 She'll find out in the morning. 339 00:20:55,655 --> 00:20:57,524 Maybe then she'll have a regret or two 340 00:20:57,590 --> 00:20:59,426 for the way she's been acting. 341 00:21:07,434 --> 00:21:09,536 Livie, what on earth you got there? 342 00:21:09,602 --> 00:21:12,204 Your bedclothes for the night. 343 00:21:12,271 --> 00:21:13,840 You mean to say she was serious 344 00:21:13,906 --> 00:21:16,309 about having me sleep on that couch? 345 00:21:16,376 --> 00:21:19,312 Sounded mighty serious to me. 346 00:21:19,379 --> 00:21:21,748 We'll just see about that. 347 00:21:28,688 --> 00:21:33,125 Now, see here, old woman, there is a limit to my patience. 348 00:21:33,192 --> 00:21:34,427 Your patience? 349 00:21:34,494 --> 00:21:36,929 Did you spend the day worrying yourself sick? 350 00:21:36,996 --> 00:21:38,164 You don't care about me. 351 00:21:38,230 --> 00:21:40,800 All you care about is having yourself a fling. 352 00:21:40,867 --> 00:21:44,404 Esther, you have got a dark and a suspicious mind. 353 00:21:44,471 --> 00:21:46,639 And you smell to high heaven of toilet water. 354 00:21:46,706 --> 00:21:50,510 It's perfume. There's an explanation for that, too. 355 00:21:50,577 --> 00:21:53,846 You could explain the Depression if you had the chance. 356 00:21:53,913 --> 00:21:57,384 Now, leave me alone? I've taken all I can for one day. 357 00:21:57,450 --> 00:22:00,687 I am not sleeping on any couch. 358 00:22:00,753 --> 00:22:05,858 Alright, then. You take the bed. I'll sleep on the couch. 359 00:22:05,925 --> 00:22:08,695 Esther, I will not put up with this. 360 00:22:08,761 --> 00:22:11,431 There's nothing you can do about it. 361 00:22:42,228 --> 00:22:44,997 Ma, did you at least give him a chance to explain? 362 00:22:45,064 --> 00:22:48,300 There's nothing to explain. He's an old fool and he's proved it. 363 00:22:48,367 --> 00:22:50,537 Ma, I happen to know there's a reason 364 00:22:50,603 --> 00:22:51,804 that he went to Charlottesville. 365 00:22:51,871 --> 00:22:54,474 If you asked him, he'd tell you. 366 00:22:54,541 --> 00:22:57,343 You men. The way you stick together. 367 00:22:57,410 --> 00:22:58,945 Ma, would you at least ask him? 368 00:22:59,011 --> 00:23:01,514 I've done all the listening and talking I'm going to. 369 00:23:01,581 --> 00:23:03,883 If he wants to share my bed at night, 370 00:23:03,950 --> 00:23:06,152 he can share my troth during the day. 371 00:23:13,526 --> 00:23:15,327 I will be saying goodbye. 372 00:23:15,394 --> 00:23:17,096 Where you going this time of night? 373 00:23:17,163 --> 00:23:21,534 If she don't want me in her bed, she don't want me in her house. 374 00:23:21,601 --> 00:23:22,869 Pa, just cool off a bit? 375 00:23:22,935 --> 00:23:25,371 If you have to go, go in the morning. 376 00:23:25,438 --> 00:23:26,973 Yeah, Grandpa. Sleep on it. 377 00:23:27,039 --> 00:23:28,641 It's high time that this family learned 378 00:23:28,708 --> 00:23:31,010 that Zeb Walton can take care of himself. 379 00:23:31,077 --> 00:23:34,046 -Where are you going? -I have a friend. 380 00:23:34,113 --> 00:23:37,083 What do you mean, a friend? What friend? Wait a minute. 381 00:23:37,149 --> 00:23:39,919 Just leave me be. 382 00:24:00,039 --> 00:24:05,678 -Morning. -Good morning, John-Boy. 383 00:24:05,745 --> 00:24:07,614 Where's Grandpa? Did he finish his breakfast already? 384 00:24:07,680 --> 00:24:11,884 -No. -Is Grandpa sick? 385 00:24:11,951 --> 00:24:18,591 No, he's not sick. You hurry up and finish your breakfast. 386 00:24:18,658 --> 00:24:22,061 -Mama, tonight's the night. -What night? 387 00:24:22,128 --> 00:24:24,597 The night of the big barn dance. You said you'd let us know. 388 00:24:24,664 --> 00:24:26,465 I'll let you know later, Mary Ellen. 389 00:24:26,533 --> 00:24:28,034 Why can't make up your mind. 390 00:24:28,100 --> 00:24:30,903 The dance is free. It won't cost a fortune to get in. 391 00:24:30,970 --> 00:24:33,673 I've got so much to think about. We'll talk about it later. 392 00:24:33,740 --> 00:24:36,943 I need to know. I have to iron my dress. 393 00:24:37,009 --> 00:24:39,679 Wouldn't harm you to iron it. 394 00:24:39,746 --> 00:24:40,947 How can you iron without electricity? 395 00:24:41,013 --> 00:24:42,248 That's right. 396 00:24:42,314 --> 00:24:45,518 Put the iron on the stove. That's what grandma used to do. 397 00:24:45,585 --> 00:24:47,687 -It wasn't that kind of an iron. -It was this kind. 398 00:24:47,754 --> 00:24:49,889 So if you want to iron, go right ahead. 399 00:24:49,956 --> 00:24:52,559 I don't have time. Elizabeth, finish this, honey. 400 00:24:52,625 --> 00:24:55,762 -I gotta see Grandpa. -Wait, John-Boy. 401 00:24:55,828 --> 00:24:57,396 What do you want to see him for? 402 00:24:57,463 --> 00:25:01,167 I gotta get some money from him to pay for the candles. 403 00:25:01,233 --> 00:25:03,002 He's not in our room. 404 00:25:03,069 --> 00:25:04,103 Where is he? 405 00:25:04,170 --> 00:25:06,172 Here's some money your daddy gave me. 406 00:25:10,643 --> 00:25:12,679 -Grandma's acting kind of funny. -I noticed. 407 00:25:12,745 --> 00:25:14,013 Alright, you children, 408 00:25:14,080 --> 00:25:17,984 Saturday's chores are waiting. Hurry up. 409 00:25:27,259 --> 00:25:29,929 Daddy. 410 00:25:29,996 --> 00:25:32,565 What's going on around here? 411 00:25:32,632 --> 00:25:35,534 Grandpa left in a huff last night. 412 00:25:35,602 --> 00:25:39,606 He and your grandma were spatting. He had enough. 413 00:25:39,672 --> 00:25:40,907 Where'd he go? 414 00:25:40,973 --> 00:25:44,010 Staying with one of his old cronies, I guess. 415 00:25:44,076 --> 00:25:45,344 What happened? 416 00:25:45,411 --> 00:25:48,981 It seems he worked for the Baldwin sisters yesterday 417 00:25:49,048 --> 00:25:51,918 made a little money, went into Charlottesville, 418 00:25:51,984 --> 00:25:53,586 and paid the electric bill. 419 00:25:53,653 --> 00:25:54,821 He was trying to tell your grandma, 420 00:25:54,887 --> 00:25:56,656 but she was yelling too much. 421 00:25:56,723 --> 00:25:58,290 That's what they're fighting about? 422 00:25:58,357 --> 00:26:01,828 Something like that. 423 00:26:01,894 --> 00:26:03,996 I reckon I better get on over to Ike's. 424 00:26:04,063 --> 00:26:07,834 Finish paying for those candles. 425 00:26:26,619 --> 00:26:27,920 Hey, Ike. 426 00:26:27,987 --> 00:26:31,590 Hey, John-Boy. Am I ever glad to see you. 427 00:26:31,658 --> 00:26:33,525 Did you think I wasn't going to pay you back? 428 00:26:33,592 --> 00:26:37,063 No, it's not this. It's that. 429 00:26:48,775 --> 00:26:51,110 -So he came here? -About midnight. 430 00:26:51,177 --> 00:26:52,912 Woke me up and asked me to bed him down. 431 00:26:52,979 --> 00:26:55,014 I didn't mind last night. But this morning. 432 00:26:55,081 --> 00:26:58,885 I got customers coming in. 433 00:26:58,951 --> 00:27:01,921 You want me to wake him up, is that it? 434 00:27:01,988 --> 00:27:05,257 I'd be much obliged, John-Boy. 435 00:27:17,369 --> 00:27:20,940 Grandpa. 436 00:27:28,781 --> 00:27:30,850 John-boy. 437 00:27:30,917 --> 00:27:36,222 Did you have a good sleep? 438 00:27:36,288 --> 00:27:38,390 I have had worse. 439 00:27:38,457 --> 00:27:40,192 You hungry? 440 00:27:40,259 --> 00:27:43,095 Hungry as I am, I'll get me a soda pop 441 00:27:43,162 --> 00:27:44,797 and a couple of crackers from Ike. 442 00:27:44,864 --> 00:27:47,266 That's no breakfast. 443 00:27:47,333 --> 00:27:51,137 Did your grandma send you down here? 444 00:27:51,203 --> 00:27:53,605 -No, nobody knew you were here. -Just as well. 445 00:27:53,672 --> 00:27:55,708 You're not planning to come home? 446 00:27:55,775 --> 00:27:58,010 Not unless. 447 00:27:58,077 --> 00:28:01,147 Only under certain conditions. 448 00:28:02,314 --> 00:28:04,516 Is the electricity turned back on yet? 449 00:28:04,583 --> 00:28:05,985 It wasn't when I left. 450 00:28:06,052 --> 00:28:08,420 It ought to be back on pretty soon now. 451 00:28:08,487 --> 00:28:10,589 I know. Daddy told me how you paid for it. 452 00:28:10,656 --> 00:28:15,127 Soon as Esther learns the truth, she'll have a change of heart. 453 00:28:15,194 --> 00:28:17,029 I hope so. 454 00:28:17,096 --> 00:28:19,065 In that case, I don't see no harm in letting 455 00:28:19,131 --> 00:28:21,000 certain parties know where I'm at. 456 00:28:21,067 --> 00:28:23,102 If she wants to come here and make her peace 457 00:28:23,169 --> 00:28:26,238 there's no reason to stop her. 458 00:28:26,305 --> 00:28:29,075 You mean, apologize? 459 00:28:29,141 --> 00:28:31,844 Grandma? 460 00:28:34,046 --> 00:28:38,985 It's up to her. Let her conscience be her guide. 461 00:28:45,958 --> 00:28:48,527 -Good morning, Ike. -Good morning, Mr. Walton. 462 00:28:48,594 --> 00:28:53,665 I think I have about 16 cents on me and a powerful appetite. 463 00:28:53,732 --> 00:28:55,501 Wonder if you could fix me up. 464 00:28:55,567 --> 00:28:59,305 Why don't you just look around and see what suits your fancy? 465 00:28:59,371 --> 00:29:02,909 -John-Boy, here's your change. -Just apply it to his bill? 466 00:29:02,975 --> 00:29:04,977 You never can tell when he's gonna need it. 467 00:29:05,044 --> 00:29:08,447 -A soda pop, please. -Coming right up. 468 00:29:13,052 --> 00:29:15,054 Mary Ellen, can't you find something to do? 469 00:29:15,121 --> 00:29:16,388 No. 470 00:29:16,455 --> 00:29:18,657 Then go on outside and play with the other children. 471 00:29:18,724 --> 00:29:22,161 -I don't feel like playing. -Then do some work. 472 00:29:22,228 --> 00:29:27,699 -Go on out and help your mother. -She doesn't need any help. 473 00:29:27,766 --> 00:29:29,401 If you think moping around the house 474 00:29:29,468 --> 00:29:32,404 is going to get you to that dance tonight 475 00:29:32,471 --> 00:29:37,209 you are sadly mistaken. 476 00:29:37,276 --> 00:29:39,611 When I was your age and I just thought 477 00:29:39,678 --> 00:29:41,447 I might get to go to a dance 478 00:29:41,513 --> 00:29:44,416 I did everything to get into my mama's good graces. 479 00:29:44,483 --> 00:29:46,385 I was bright and helpful. 480 00:29:46,452 --> 00:29:48,354 I got everything ready, like the dress. 481 00:29:48,420 --> 00:29:50,522 Mama can at least give me an answer. 482 00:29:50,589 --> 00:29:54,326 Your mama's got a lot on her mind. We all do. 483 00:29:54,393 --> 00:29:58,397 Presenting America's favorite, The Blue Network Breakfast Club 484 00:29:58,464 --> 00:30:00,933 with Don McNeill. 485 00:30:05,004 --> 00:30:07,506 How did that thing start working? 486 00:30:10,342 --> 00:30:12,578 Take care. 487 00:30:25,424 --> 00:30:29,095 -He turned the power back on. -That's right, Ma. 488 00:30:29,161 --> 00:30:31,497 But you haven't paid the bill yet. 489 00:30:34,733 --> 00:30:36,035 Pa paid it yesterday. 490 00:30:36,102 --> 00:30:39,972 That's why he went into Charlottesville. 491 00:30:40,039 --> 00:30:42,308 But how could he? 492 00:30:42,374 --> 00:30:45,011 He earned some money working for the Baldwin sisters. 493 00:30:47,980 --> 00:30:50,983 Then why didn't he just come out and say so? 494 00:30:51,050 --> 00:30:54,553 I guess you didn't give him any chance to. 495 00:30:54,620 --> 00:30:58,024 -How long have you known? -Since last night. 496 00:30:58,090 --> 00:31:00,659 Then why didn't you tell me? 497 00:31:00,726 --> 00:31:02,328 I promised him I wouldn't. 498 00:31:02,394 --> 00:31:05,031 He said it was just between you two. 499 00:31:07,433 --> 00:31:09,936 There's no fool like an old fool, 500 00:31:10,002 --> 00:31:12,404 and I don't mean your papa. 501 00:31:14,606 --> 00:31:17,109 Poor Grandma. You should have told her, John. 502 00:31:17,176 --> 00:31:19,678 Maybe you're right, but I promised I wouldn't. 503 00:31:19,745 --> 00:31:23,950 It's between them, anyway. 504 00:31:24,016 --> 00:31:27,519 -Guess who I saw at Ike's? -Grandpa! 505 00:31:27,586 --> 00:31:28,988 That's right! 506 00:31:29,055 --> 00:31:31,357 Did he say if he's coming home? 507 00:31:31,423 --> 00:31:32,791 He said he would under certain conditions. 508 00:31:32,858 --> 00:31:35,161 I think he wants Grandma to go see him. 509 00:31:35,227 --> 00:31:36,562 Tell her where he is. 510 00:31:36,628 --> 00:31:39,165 It's up to her what she wants to do about it. 511 00:31:39,231 --> 00:31:42,234 -I could use a hand, son. -Okay. 512 00:31:50,309 --> 00:31:54,113 John-Boy saw Grandpa. He's down at Ike Godsey's. 513 00:31:56,682 --> 00:31:58,017 What was he doing? 514 00:31:58,084 --> 00:32:00,386 Feeling hurt and put out, most likely. 515 00:32:00,452 --> 00:32:01,920 Most likely. 516 00:32:01,988 --> 00:32:03,355 He did what he did for our sakes, 517 00:32:03,422 --> 00:32:05,391 and then not to be appreciated. 518 00:32:05,457 --> 00:32:10,129 If the old fool had just come right out and told the truth. 519 00:32:10,196 --> 00:32:12,164 You know men. 520 00:32:12,231 --> 00:32:13,399 John-Boy was under the impression 521 00:32:13,465 --> 00:32:16,635 he's planning to stay away until. 522 00:32:16,702 --> 00:32:18,937 Till I apologize? 523 00:32:23,275 --> 00:32:25,944 I know it's hard. 524 00:32:27,746 --> 00:32:31,950 I've been meaning to go down to Ike's to price a few things. 525 00:32:33,285 --> 00:32:35,187 I'll see if John-Boy can drive you. 526 00:32:35,254 --> 00:32:38,124 You give me a moment to freshen up. 527 00:32:45,931 --> 00:32:50,469 Are you going to write all this down in your book? 528 00:32:50,536 --> 00:32:52,371 No, not if you don't want me to. 529 00:32:52,438 --> 00:32:54,973 Well, I'd rather you didn't. 530 00:32:55,041 --> 00:33:00,512 But if you were gonna write it down 531 00:33:00,579 --> 00:33:05,351 how would you put it? I mean, how would you have me apologize? 532 00:33:09,488 --> 00:33:16,262 I'd just have you say, "I'm sorry." 533 00:33:16,328 --> 00:33:21,167 I mean, how would you put our meeting? 534 00:33:26,772 --> 00:33:29,241 I guess Grandpa's face would just light up 535 00:33:29,308 --> 00:33:32,578 when you walked in. 536 00:33:32,644 --> 00:33:37,849 You'd be very gentle with him and say, "I'm sorry." 537 00:33:37,916 --> 00:33:41,753 And then he'd probably snatch up his suitcase and say 538 00:33:41,820 --> 00:33:44,590 "Well, let's get on home where we belong, old woman." 539 00:33:45,824 --> 00:33:48,294 I'd like that. 540 00:33:54,666 --> 00:33:56,868 Hi, Mrs. Walton. How are you today? 541 00:33:56,935 --> 00:33:58,370 Morning, Ike. 542 00:33:58,437 --> 00:34:01,373 Just come in to price a few things, if you don't mind. 543 00:34:01,440 --> 00:34:05,677 No, feel free to browse around. Whatever you wish. 544 00:34:05,744 --> 00:34:11,417 -You alone here, Ike? -Yeah, I'm alone. 545 00:34:11,483 --> 00:34:14,653 I thought maybe Grandpa would be here. 546 00:34:14,720 --> 00:34:19,291 No, he left about 15 minutes ago. 547 00:34:19,358 --> 00:34:21,260 That's funny. We didn't pass him on the road. 548 00:34:21,327 --> 00:34:22,794 Did he say where he was going? 549 00:34:22,861 --> 00:34:27,233 Yeah, he was going over to the Baldwin sisters'. 550 00:34:38,410 --> 00:34:40,546 We'll be going home now. 551 00:34:40,612 --> 00:34:44,450 Real life isn't like a story, is it, John-Boy? 552 00:35:01,967 --> 00:35:06,104 -Mr. Walton! Come in. -Morning, Miss Emily. 553 00:35:06,172 --> 00:35:08,140 Sister, it's Mr. Walton. 554 00:35:08,207 --> 00:35:10,742 How nice of you to drop by, Mr. Walton. 555 00:35:10,809 --> 00:35:13,645 Truth is, I forgot that package of perfume 556 00:35:13,712 --> 00:35:15,447 I bought in Charlottesville last night. 557 00:35:15,514 --> 00:35:19,017 You know, that sweet-smelling stuff I got for Esther. 558 00:35:19,084 --> 00:35:20,319 Yes, the cologne. 559 00:35:20,386 --> 00:35:23,655 I've looked in the car, but it's not there. 560 00:35:23,722 --> 00:35:26,825 Perhaps I brought it in with my things. I'll have a look. 561 00:35:26,892 --> 00:35:30,729 -Thank you, Miss Emily. -Won't you sit down, Mr. Walton? 562 00:35:30,796 --> 00:35:31,930 No, I don't believe so. 563 00:35:31,997 --> 00:35:34,966 My joints are a little stiff this morning. 564 00:35:35,033 --> 00:35:40,972 I know just the cure for that. A touch of the Recipe. 565 00:35:41,039 --> 00:35:42,908 Papa always used to say 566 00:35:42,974 --> 00:35:45,311 "There's nothing like a touch of the Recipe 567 00:35:45,377 --> 00:35:46,745 to loosen the man up." 568 00:35:46,812 --> 00:35:49,114 He certainly had something there. 569 00:35:49,181 --> 00:35:50,416 There you are. 570 00:35:50,482 --> 00:35:55,454 Miss Mamie, you are a gracious woman. 571 00:35:55,521 --> 00:35:59,958 Here it is. I did put it in my bag. 572 00:36:00,025 --> 00:36:01,693 Good. 573 00:36:01,760 --> 00:36:04,095 Will we be seeing you at the dance tonight? 574 00:36:04,162 --> 00:36:05,631 Tonight? 575 00:36:05,697 --> 00:36:08,667 There's always the possibility that I might be there. 576 00:36:08,734 --> 00:36:11,169 -Good morning. -Good morning. 577 00:36:51,076 --> 00:36:54,513 Hi, John-boy. 578 00:36:54,580 --> 00:36:56,615 However did you know I was up here? 579 00:36:56,682 --> 00:36:58,684 Ike told me. 580 00:36:58,750 --> 00:37:01,387 I got this present for your grandma in Charlottesville 581 00:37:01,453 --> 00:37:04,290 and I forgot it at the Baldwin sisters' last night. 582 00:37:04,356 --> 00:37:06,525 I thought it'd be good to have it with me 583 00:37:06,592 --> 00:37:08,427 if your grandma comes to talk to me. 584 00:37:08,494 --> 00:37:11,229 -She's been down there. -Uh? 585 00:37:11,297 --> 00:37:15,301 She was there when Ike told me you were at the Baldwins'. 586 00:37:15,367 --> 00:37:18,537 I just thought you ought to know that. 587 00:37:18,604 --> 00:37:21,072 Mad? 588 00:37:21,139 --> 00:37:23,475 She was more like an iceberg. 589 00:37:25,511 --> 00:37:29,615 Jealousy. That green-eyed monster. 590 00:37:29,681 --> 00:37:30,949 Why don't you just go home 591 00:37:31,016 --> 00:37:32,851 and explain to her what's been going on? 592 00:37:32,918 --> 00:37:34,686 Because after 50 years I don't think a man 593 00:37:34,753 --> 00:37:37,589 should be responsible for every move he makes. 594 00:37:37,656 --> 00:37:40,626 Here, you take this present on back to your grandma. 595 00:37:40,692 --> 00:37:41,960 Tell her why I went back to the Baldwins' 596 00:37:42,027 --> 00:37:44,963 to get it, then drive me back to Ike's. 597 00:37:45,030 --> 00:37:47,098 You don't really think she's gonna go back there, do you? 598 00:37:47,165 --> 00:37:48,567 No, I don't. 599 00:37:48,634 --> 00:37:52,237 But I just can't put up with her scornfulness any longer. 600 00:37:52,304 --> 00:37:54,005 Maybe it's better just the way it is. 601 00:37:54,072 --> 00:37:55,941 You don't mean that. 602 00:37:56,007 --> 00:37:58,877 When two people start mistrusting one another 603 00:37:58,944 --> 00:38:01,547 maybe it's better for both of them to stay apart. 604 00:38:01,613 --> 00:38:03,048 This thing was just a spat. 605 00:38:03,114 --> 00:38:06,852 You and Grandma need each other like the sun and the moon. 606 00:38:06,918 --> 00:38:09,321 I got me a cousin over in Fluvanna County. 607 00:38:09,388 --> 00:38:10,889 I haven't seen him for quite a spell. 608 00:38:10,956 --> 00:38:14,826 Maybe after a while there, I'll feel better. If not. 609 00:38:14,893 --> 00:38:17,796 Do you realize that this whole thing is a misunderstanding? 610 00:38:17,863 --> 00:38:21,667 Wars have been started on misunderstandings, John-Boy. 611 00:38:21,733 --> 00:38:25,236 Your Grandma and I, we've got a lot in common. 612 00:38:25,303 --> 00:38:26,938 But if she is going to get green-eyed 613 00:38:27,005 --> 00:38:29,741 every time I make a move of my own 614 00:38:29,808 --> 00:38:32,277 that is too hard to put up with. 615 00:38:32,344 --> 00:38:36,582 Now you take me on down to Ike's. 616 00:38:36,648 --> 00:38:38,850 Do as I say, John-Boy. 617 00:39:05,210 --> 00:39:07,479 Come in. 618 00:39:18,990 --> 00:39:22,394 I brought you a sandwich. We've had our lunch. 619 00:39:22,461 --> 00:39:25,731 Thanks, Livie, but I'm not hungry. 620 00:39:25,797 --> 00:39:29,334 Grandma, this thing has gotten completely out of hand. 621 00:39:29,401 --> 00:39:32,103 You know, this is the first real gift 622 00:39:32,170 --> 00:39:34,873 Zeb has given me in years. 623 00:39:34,940 --> 00:39:37,743 Always before, it was something I needed for the house, 624 00:39:37,809 --> 00:39:40,111 something I needed to wear. 625 00:39:40,178 --> 00:39:44,315 You know, one Christmas, when we had real bad weather 626 00:39:44,382 --> 00:39:48,954 he gave me a set of long underwear. 627 00:39:49,020 --> 00:39:51,657 But never toilet water. 628 00:39:51,723 --> 00:39:55,461 Grandma, you should be telling these things to Grandpa. 629 00:39:55,527 --> 00:39:59,931 I would if he was here. I just can't go back down to Ike's. 630 00:39:59,998 --> 00:40:03,869 -We could send John-Boy. -And tell him what? 631 00:40:03,935 --> 00:40:08,006 That Esther Walton is sorry that she's jealous? 632 00:40:08,073 --> 00:40:12,611 I'm not sorry. I've always been jealous of Zeb. 633 00:40:12,678 --> 00:40:18,617 -I love that old fool. -I know. 634 00:40:18,684 --> 00:40:21,352 I'm too proud to go down there. 635 00:40:21,419 --> 00:40:25,256 And he's too proud to come here. 636 00:40:25,323 --> 00:40:29,360 Are you blaming me, Livie? 637 00:40:29,427 --> 00:40:31,563 No. 638 00:40:31,630 --> 00:40:34,132 I guess I'd feel the same way about John. 639 00:40:43,675 --> 00:40:47,345 I've almost finished all the ironing, Mama. 640 00:40:47,412 --> 00:40:49,114 That's a big help, Mary Ellen. 641 00:40:49,180 --> 00:40:51,116 I've done everything, including my party dress. 642 00:40:51,182 --> 00:40:53,985 Good. You'll need it for the dance tonight. 643 00:40:54,052 --> 00:40:55,353 I can go? 644 00:40:55,420 --> 00:40:57,088 You and all the other children, too. 645 00:40:57,155 --> 00:40:59,958 I can't wait to see Grandma's old beau. 646 00:41:00,025 --> 00:41:02,928 -And who might that be? -Oglethorpe what's-his-name. 647 00:41:02,994 --> 00:41:05,330 The guy that Grandpa used to be jealous of. 648 00:41:05,396 --> 00:41:08,266 The one that Grandpa.... 649 00:41:08,333 --> 00:41:10,101 used to be jealous of. 650 00:41:14,840 --> 00:41:17,175 Grandma? 651 00:41:17,242 --> 00:41:18,844 I want you to get out of that chair, 652 00:41:18,910 --> 00:41:20,946 fix your hair, and iron your best dress. 653 00:41:21,012 --> 00:41:23,048 -What are you saying? -We are going to a dance. 654 00:41:23,114 --> 00:41:24,716 All of us. The whole Walton clan. 655 00:41:24,783 --> 00:41:27,418 -I can't go to any dance. -You can and you will. 656 00:41:27,485 --> 00:41:30,421 So will Grandpa, if we can get John-Boy to persuade him. 657 00:41:30,488 --> 00:41:32,090 -But-- -It's simple. 658 00:41:32,157 --> 00:41:35,761 It's time grandpa learned that jealousy is a two-way street. 659 00:41:35,827 --> 00:41:39,430 What are you all so spiffed up about? 660 00:41:39,497 --> 00:41:41,132 -I'm going to the dance. -What dance? 661 00:41:41,199 --> 00:41:44,636 What dance? Everybody's going to the dance. The barn dance. 662 00:41:44,703 --> 00:41:47,172 -Your grandma, too? -Grandma? 663 00:41:47,238 --> 00:41:48,439 She's more excited than anyone else. 664 00:41:48,506 --> 00:41:52,243 She's home frizzing her hair. 665 00:41:52,310 --> 00:41:55,246 I think she wants to see that old friend of hers, that caller. 666 00:41:55,313 --> 00:41:56,548 What's his name? 667 00:41:56,615 --> 00:41:58,817 -Fred Hansen. -Yeah, that's him. 668 00:41:58,884 --> 00:42:00,451 -You going, Ike? -Wouldn't miss it. 669 00:42:00,518 --> 00:42:02,320 I didn't know it was getting so late. 670 00:42:02,387 --> 00:42:04,790 You mean to say Esther is getting dolled up 671 00:42:04,856 --> 00:42:08,927 to see that long-legged squirt? 672 00:42:08,994 --> 00:42:13,699 Yeah. I suppose you don't intend to go, do you? 673 00:42:13,765 --> 00:42:15,100 Who says I'm not? 674 00:42:15,801 --> 00:42:18,203 You just hold on. 675 00:42:34,185 --> 00:42:36,287 Break and center. Everybody, swing! 676 00:42:58,043 --> 00:43:01,713 Pack the load and stick out the leg! 677 00:43:01,780 --> 00:43:03,915 Ladies, swing in. Gents, swing out. 678 00:43:04,783 --> 00:43:07,152 Come on, Jason! 679 00:43:10,555 --> 00:43:12,824 Center, and everybody swing! 680 00:43:41,186 --> 00:43:42,988 That's all. 681 00:43:47,558 --> 00:43:49,094 -Esther. -Fred. 682 00:43:49,160 --> 00:43:52,130 You have grown more beautiful than I remember you. 683 00:43:52,197 --> 00:43:55,701 That's not true, but thanks for saying it. 684 00:43:55,767 --> 00:43:58,403 This is my son and my daughter-in-law. 685 00:43:58,469 --> 00:44:01,472 -How are you doing, Fred? -And their youngest. 686 00:44:01,539 --> 00:44:04,342 Mind if I borrow this pretty little lady for a dance? 687 00:44:04,409 --> 00:44:05,643 That's up to her. 688 00:44:05,711 --> 00:44:09,480 -Esther? -It's been a long time, Fred. 689 00:44:09,547 --> 00:44:13,184 And I haven't had a partner as good in all these years. 690 00:44:41,379 --> 00:44:45,717 Looks like it's you and me. All you've gotta do is cut in. 691 00:44:52,590 --> 00:44:55,026 Two can play at this game. 692 00:44:55,093 --> 00:44:58,129 Miss Emily, would you do me the honor? 693 00:45:07,638 --> 00:45:09,841 Would you dance with me? 694 00:45:43,641 --> 00:45:46,577 Now, Esther, you be sure to save me another dance. 695 00:45:46,644 --> 00:45:48,213 I better go back to work now. 696 00:45:48,279 --> 00:45:50,916 Fred, can I make a special request? 697 00:46:17,342 --> 00:46:20,111 Mamie, would you please do me the honor for the next? 698 00:46:20,178 --> 00:46:22,413 Why, Mr. Walton, how divine! 699 00:46:39,430 --> 00:46:45,370 Miss Mamie, aren't they playing My Wild Irish Rose? 700 00:46:45,436 --> 00:46:46,838 Yes, they are. 701 00:46:46,905 --> 00:46:48,306 Miss Mamie, forgive me. I do believe 702 00:46:48,373 --> 00:46:50,508 I've promised that waltz to another. 703 00:46:58,850 --> 00:47:01,219 Excuse me, may I cut in, please? 704 00:47:15,967 --> 00:47:19,637 I didn't recognize the tune, Esther. 705 00:47:19,704 --> 00:47:23,641 I always saved it for you, Zeb. 706 00:47:23,708 --> 00:47:25,510 So you did. 707 00:48:12,991 --> 00:48:14,926 We are all dancers. 708 00:48:14,993 --> 00:48:18,663 In each of us, there is a need to move to the beat of music 709 00:48:18,729 --> 00:48:22,267 to circle, to tempt, to embrace 710 00:48:22,333 --> 00:48:26,104 and finally to move together in pairs. 711 00:48:28,239 --> 00:48:31,076 And when all else of 1934 is forgotten 712 00:48:31,142 --> 00:48:32,377 I will still treasure 713 00:48:32,443 --> 00:48:35,613 this house, this year and this night. 714 00:48:45,223 --> 00:48:47,192 You suppose Miss Mamie was offended 715 00:48:47,258 --> 00:48:49,127 when you quit dancing with her? 716 00:48:49,194 --> 00:48:51,862 She's an understanding woman. 717 00:48:51,929 --> 00:48:53,398 I'm glad. 718 00:48:53,464 --> 00:48:59,504 -Good night, Esther. -Good night, Zeb. 719 00:48:59,570 --> 00:49:01,672 Your feet are cold.