Joanna Moore (Peggy) was dropped after four appearances because producers felt she was "too glamorous" for Mayberry.
Joanna Moore is the mother of actors Tatum O'Neal and Griffin O'Neal, with then husband, Ryan O'Neal. They divorced.
In this episode, Opie claims that Chicken with Crust is Andy's favorite. Later in the season, Andy says Leg of Lamb is his favorite dish in "A Wife for Andy."
This episode is the first mention of Johnny Paul Jason (only mentioned, not seen).