Restaurant Chain
As mentioned, Blocker started a buffet chain. These Ponderosa/Bonanza Steakhouses opened in Indiana during the 1960s. They even expanded as far as Canada!
Restaurant Chain
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Second Longest-Running Western in TV History
At fourteen seasons long, Bonanza took second for longest-running western. Hey, number two isn’t too shabby! With just one more season, Gunsmoke holds the title of longest-running western.
Second Longest-Running western In TV History