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S5·E18 The Power of the Press

Core Aired January 6, 1968 25 min
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Synopsis

Bobbie Jo tells everyone that she and the man of her dreams, Jeff Powers, will be working on a newspaper together. The school professor is allowing students to put out an existing newspaper for a week as an assignment. Bobbie Jo is hoping Kate will ask Sam if she and Jeff can be the editors of the Hooterville World Guardian for the week. Sam is more than willing to hand over the reigns. Jeff has a hard hitting view of newspaper journalism and is not afraid to name names. Bobbie Jo may change her mind about the policy when one of the stories affects Uncle Joe negatively.

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When did Season 5 Episode 18 of Petticoat Junction air?

Season 5, Episode 18 ('The Power of the Press') originally aired on January 6, 1968.

How long is Season 5 Episode 18 ('The Power of the Press')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 25 minutes.

What happens in Petticoat Junction Season 5 Episode 18?

Bobbie Jo tells everyone that she and the man of her dreams, Jeff Powers, will be working on a newspaper together. The school professor is allowing students to put out an existing newspaper for a week as an assignment. Bobbie Jo is hoping Kate will ask Sam if she and Jeff can be the editors of the H...

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