"bonanza" The Quality Of Mercy(1963) -

: Joe’s childhood friend, Seth Pruitt, admits to killing his future father-in-law, claiming the man's back was broken and he was begging to be put out of his misery .

: The episode takes a dark turn when Joe discovers Seth's motives weren't purely merciful; Seth had found a rich silver vein in the mine that the father-in-law didn't want him to have . Key Scenes and Themes "Bonanza" The Quality of Mercy(1963)

: The episode holds a somber place in history as it aired the same week President John F. Kennedy was assassinated. In parts of Britain, the broadcast was pulled immediately following the news of his death . Production Highlights : Joe’s childhood friend, Seth Pruitt, admits to

The story follows (Michael Landon) as he witnesses the immediate aftermath of a mine cave-in . Kennedy was assassinated