Desperate to provide for his newborn daughter, George eventually steals money from the bank.
Despite a strong recommendation from Ben Cartwright for a bank teller position, George is rejected by a prejudiced local banker, Mr. Flint, solely because of his size. [S11E14] It's a Small World
You can find the episode listed on databases like IMDb or watch it via streaming platforms such as Philo. "Bonanza" It's a Small World (TV Episode 1970) - IMDb Desperate to provide for his newborn daughter, George
Michael Landon later adapted this same story for an episode of his subsequent series, Little House on the Prairie . [S11E14] It's a Small World
Originally aired on January 4, 1970 , it reflects the show's later-season shift toward more socially conscious storytelling.