The Rifleman
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"The Sharpshooter" episode #1 Lucas says to Vernon....."That boy of mine is your responsibility....."

"The Challenge" episode #28 Lucas told Mark if anything happens he can always trust John Hamilton.

"The Ordeal" episode #48—"Raise the boy right Micah....."

'The Second Witness' episode #23—Doc Burrage....."What happens to Mark?" Lucas to Hattie....."Take care of Mark for me?" Hattie to Lucas....."I'd give anything to have that boy of yours for good, but.....