Mayberry boy WSJ Crossword Clue

Think of the young lad who often learned life lessons in a small, fictional Southern town.

???? is a fictional character from 'The Andy Griffith Show,' known as the son of Sheriff Andy Taylor.

The clue refers to a character from the classic American television show 'The Andy Griffith Show.' ???? Taylor is the young son of the main character, Sheriff Andy Taylor, and is a well-known figure in the fictional town of Mayberry.

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