The people of Walnut Grove are at first excited when the railroad wants to build through the town. This excitement doesn't last long. The railroad tells several people that they must leave their houses. The people make a stand at the Carter's place. This delay in building convinces the railroad to find a different route.
Elenco: Melissa Gilbert , Michael Landon , Lindsay Greenbush , Sidney Greenbush , Melissa Sue Anderson , Richard Bull , Jonathan Gilbert , Kevin Hagen , Matthew Laborteaux , Dean Butler , Dabbs Greer , Karen Grassle , Katherine MacGregor , Ruth Foster .