[s1e11] The Voice Of Tinker Jones -

Tinker Jones' name and profession are based on characters from Laura Ingalls Wilder's books, specifically a speechless young man named Johnny Johnson from On the Banks of Plum Creek .

This episode features an uncredited, very young Sean Penn as an extra (one of the school children). It was directed by his father, Leo Penn , and also guest-starred his mother, Eileen Ryan , as Mrs. Kennedy. [S1E11] The Voice of Tinker Jones

Mr. Kennedy, a hot-headed newcomer, vehemently opposes the idea, arguing that no single person should "buy" the town’s spiritual symbols for personal recognition. Tinker Jones' name and profession are based on

Harriet Oleson offers to pay for the entire bell herself, but only on the condition that it include a large memorial plaque bearing her name. and also guest-starred his mother