Favorite Episode
I have so many favorites I can't narrow it down. However, my lovely bride insists I tell you her's is the episode where Barney is asked to join the Choir. As a choir director for 30+ years, I can say the shenanigans that happen while they are rehearsing are true "small town America!" "Good luck to you and yours!" Larry in Olive Branch Dr. Larry R. Wimberly larry.r.wimbe...@gmail.com c-(901) 496-3488 ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.wbmutbb.com/
Druggies from Mt. Airy
Ken, How about taking them out back of the jail and show them some judo? ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.wbmutbb.com/
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Just heard the guest host on the Rush Limbaugh Show say, "If we just had Barney and Andy back, they could fix it!" Referring to the police enforcement mess our politicians have allowed to develop. Have a blessed day and remember, Gomer says, "Hey!" ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.wbmutbb.com/
Re: What would Barney have done?
Definitely not sold vacuum cleaners! ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.wbmutbb.com/
Food
In response to Elizabeth’s question, this from Rodney Dillard. “Food was real, they did eat it. Was catered in probably the Commissary. It would get cold after a few takes. Ice cream was usually mashed potatoes so it wouldn't melt under the lights... Blessings, Rodney” In the Service of the King, Larry J. Grainger Sent from my iPad ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.wbmutbb.com/
TAGS tags
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The Extra Nellie
We like to call her “nice dress Nellie.” Here is a good resource, Tom. http://www.mayberry.info/history/index.php/Nellie In the Service of the King, Larry J. Grainger Sent from my iPad ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.wbmutbb.com/
Potluck
Otis would bring spiked punch or rum cake. ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.wbmutbb.com/
Fish
Thanks, Margaret. There are many sayings that are readily evident in meaning, but I just didn't get the alley-fish meaning. By the way, we're only 3 hours from "Nashville." Maybe we'll see you or Floyd one of these days ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.wbmutbb.com/
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In one episode (don't remember which) Barney says something like, "Why don't you go up an alley and yell fish!" Is that what he said and what does it mean? Larry 'Citizen's Arrest' Wimberly ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.wbmutbb.com/
Goober's Accomplishments
Ken, I liked to watch the growth in Goober over the years, but I believe it was Gomer who was saving up to be a doctor (Man in a Hurry) Larry ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.wbmutbb.com/
Nurse Mary
Not to make a "moulage" out of the Nurse Mary case (as opposed to the Sam Becker case), I have always assumed the character was the same for both episodes, because the Mayberry.info website identifies the character in The County Nurse and Three's a Crowd as "Mary Simpson." Also this entry from the Mayberry Wikia page: "Minnie "Mary" Simpson is a Mayberry county nurse who appears in two episodes of The Andy Griffith Show. In her first appearance, she is played by actress Julie Adams, as she and Sheriff Andy Taylor try to talk Rafe Hollister into taking his tetanus shot. Sue Ane Langdon plays Nurse Mary in her second appearance, as she and Andy try to go on a date without the interference of Barney Fife." Food for thought... In the Service of the King, Larry J. Grainger Sent from my iPad ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.wbmutbb.com/
Potbellied Schemes
Hey, Mayberry friends. Bobby Fleet (or was it Freddie Fleet) accused Sheriff Taylor of using one of his 'pot bellied schemes' to keep the band in town. ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.wbmutbb.com/
Fishing
Hey, Mayberry friends. Whilst (I like that word) watching an episode of 'The Real McCoys', I noticed Grandpa Amos was fishing in a spot that looked just like Myers Lake. Does anyone know for sure? Also, Andy Clyde (our own Frank Myers) was Grandpa Amos' neighbor and friend. Hmm... Frank Myers... Myers Lake... makes you think. ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.wbmutbb.com/
Alan Soule
Allen had recurring roles in "Have Gun Will Travel". "Otis" was in a few episodes, also, as a deputy and a doctor -- ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.wbmutbb.com/
Alumni Sightings
Hey, Mayberry friends. It's been a while since I've posted on the digest and let me say, I'm proud to be here. There were a couple of posts about Mayberry sightings so I'd thought I'd throw in my measley 3 cents worth. On December 7 we celebrated Pearl Harbor Day (the Morrison Sisters were really busy) and I watched the movie "Tora! Tora! Tora" on TV about the attack on Pearl Harbor. After viewing the movie awhile I discovered there was a plethora (how would Barney say that?) of actors in this movie that had also played on TAGS so I began to write them down: Edward Andrews, the lecturer Professor Hobart St. John, who was enamored of Aunt Bee because she looked like his late wife. Norm Alden played Tom Strongbow and also one of the opponents in Howard the Bowler. William Schallert (Quiet Sam). Ken Lynch, who played several police officers and captains on TAGS. Leon Ames (not the peanut butter sandwich Leon) who was the school principal in 'The Senior Play'. George Neise, Roger Courtney from 'The Club Men". Harlan Warde, the 'Spoiled Kid's' Dad. He also was in the episode 'Barney Fife, Realtor'. Edmon Ryan, who played one of the fake FBI agents (We Defy the Mafia!). Douglas McCairn was in the episode 'The Cannon', where he and his girlfriend were going to rob the mobile museum from Raleigh. There may have been more (it was a long movie!) I know it's a long post but I just had to share. I love wbmutbb and I love TAGS!Larry in Lincolnton ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.wbmutbb.com/
Barney and the Choir
Brian Kaufman, I believe the lady you inquired about is Renee Aubry. http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0041455/ In the Service of the King, Larry J. Grainger Abundant Life Church http://www.alcmtjuliet.com Click on me!! ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.wbmutbb.com/
James Best videos
Hey, Mayberry friends. Just received my James Best videos today (Best in Hollywood and tribute show.) Can't wait to watch them this weekend! Thank you Dorothy Collier-Best. Larry in Lincolnton ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.wbmutbb.com/
Alumni sighting
Hey, Mayberry friends. This morning on 'Wanted, Dead or Alive' none other than Ernest T. Bass (Howard Morris) was asking Josh Randall to help him elope with his girl. And it wasn't Romeena either! Larry in Lincolnton ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Another alumni sighting
Hey, Mayberry friends. Today on 'Wanted, Dead or Alive', two alumni sightings. On the first episode, R.G. Armsrtrong, and later, our buddy, James Best. Larry in Lincolnton ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Mayberry Christmas
For those of you in the Middle Tennessee area or within driving distance; Rodney Dillard, Maggie Peterson, and David Browning will once again bring their Mayberry Christmas show to Mt Juliet, TN. The event is December 19th @ 6 o'clock @ Victory Baptist Church. David Browning will be mingling with the audience prior to the beginning of the show. Questions can be asked at either 615-773-5200 or 615-754-7035. For more information you can go to mayberrychristmas.org. In the Service of the King, Larry J. Grainger http://alcmtjuliet.com ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Mayberry Days
Hey, Mayberry friends. Let's see: hotel reservations, check. Tickets to the shows, check. Anticipation of a great time, hardly in check. We'll be taking our grandchildren again (young Mayberry fans). Can you tell I'm excited? These preparations cost money, but the memories: priceless. Now I'm going to start brushing up on TAGS trivia.Larry in Lincolnton ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Mayberry Days
Hey, Mayberry friends. Forty days til Mayberry Days? Is that right? I can't wait. ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Opie Crying
Hey Mayberry friends. I know of once in the courthouse when Opie told his Pa that he was crying and couldn't stop. In the same scene Opie was throwing a tantrum on the courthouse floor, but I'm not sure if he was crying. His Pa told him to not get is clothes all dirty. (Opie and the Spoiled Kid)Larry in Lincolnton ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Mayberry Night in Troy, NC
Can't wait to see Rodney Dillard and the Dillard Band and the tribute artists in Troy, NC, Aug. 22.I'm all set! Larry in Lincolnton ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Alumni Sighting
Hey, Mayberry friends. I watched an old sci-fi movie this weekend on Netflix, The Day the Earth Stood Still (1951) with Michael Rennie. I had seen it before a few years ago, but I had forgotten how many TAGS connections there were in this movie. Francis Bavier happened to be a boarder in the rooming house that the unknown alien was staying in. Also, a very young Olan Soule (John Masters) was a boarder. I didn't recognize him at first but when he spoke there was no question. John Marlowe (Mr. Maxwell, 'Mayberry on Record') was playing the boyfriend of Patricia Neal, who also lived at the boarding house. Most of us know that Patricia Neal starred with Andy Griffith in 'A Face in the Crowd' in 1957. There could have been others I may have missed.If you like science fiction and Mayberry, then you should see this movie.Sorry for such a long post, but when I'm talking about TAGS, I get carried away. Larry in Lincolnton ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Jubal Foster
Hey, Mayberry friends. Shades of Jubal Foster! On 'Emergency!' on MeTv today, a man's house burned to the ground because the fire was fueled by moonshine! Jbal. Jbal.Jubal, Jubal, Jubal! Larry in Lincolnton ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Mayberry Days
Hey, Mayberry friends. Only 100 days 'til Mayberry Days in Mount Airy, NC.I'm all set! ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Fish
Hey, Mayberry friends, Another theory about the disappearing fish: Since Andy was Roger Courtney's host, I think Andy gave all the fish to Roger. Seems to me that would be what Andy would do, he's that kind a' fella' you know. Larry in Lincolnton ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
James Best
So sad this morning. James Best (TAGS Jim Lindsey) passed away last night, Monday, at 9:28 PM after a brief illness. He was 88 years old. We will miss you Jimmy. RIP. Larry in Lincolnton ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Re: Another Thing that Doesn't Make Sense
I have noticed that, Eric Swolgaard. I backed it up to see if my eyes fooled me, but it is as you point out. Count Istvan Teleky must be around here somewhere. In the Service of the King, Larry J. Grainger http://alcmtjuliet.com ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Boxed Set of TAGS
Hey, Mayberry friends. My darling person bought me the complete set of TAGS on DVD a few years ago for my birthday. I don't know what it cost but she found it at Cracker Barrel restaurant (before we knew about Weaver's Dept. Store) and I am completely satisfied with it. The packaging is what you'd find with most DVD's and I've had no problems with that. What I like is the epilogues are included in every episode and a lot of the original commercials are included also. The pilot episode from The Danny Thomas Show and the Return to Mayberry movie are there too. Larry in Lincolnton ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Musings on why some things don't make sense and Floyd in Tennessee
I seem to recall reading that many of the writers drew from their memories and experiences growing up in the 20's and 30's and incorporated these into the storylines. Andy actually said once the show was intended to be set in the 30's; he must have meant culturally. And Welcome to Mt Juliet, Floyd! (and you too Allan). In the Service of the King, Larry J. Grainger http://alcmtjuliet.com ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Adolphe Menjou
Hey, Mayberry friends. With all the hype about the new movie 'American Sniper', I came across an old movie (1952) called 'Sniper' last night while channel surfing. I didn't watch it but I saw that the star was Adolphe Menjou. Imagine that! I thought he was just known for his dashing wardrobe, but he happened to be an accomplished actor. Barney, you're the Adolphe Menjou of Mayberry. ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Arlene Golonka and Weaver's Dept. Store
I caught part of a movie on GetTv today with Arlene Golonka playing a fireman's wife. Must have been filmed close to the same time she was on TAGS, according to the model years cars I spotted. Also, I hear there's news coming from Weaver's but I'm not one to gossip. It's BIG!! ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Multiple Characters
Mary Lansing portrayed 13 different characters, 8 of which were named. Her most notable role was that of Emmett Clark's wife. Bob McQuain played 11 different roles with 6 of those named. In the Service of the King, Larry J. Grainger http://alcmtjuliet.com ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Ron Howard's estate
Hey, Mayberry friends. I just read that Ron Howard (our own Opie) just sold his 32 acre New York estate for 27.5 million dollars. And (get this) he sold it to a man named Jim Clark! Hmm. Curious, curious. Larry in Lincolnton ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Charlene's Birthday
Hey Mayberry friends. We want to say Happy Birthday to the prettiest Darling, Charlene. Happy Birthday, Maggie Peterson! Larry in Lincolnton ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
pickels
maybe they were not use to the aunt bee fine quality. larry with m/s ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
RE: Ken
Hey, Mayberry friends. Hear! Hear! to Emmett Clark aka Ron Blankenship. I think we all would love to see Ken's presentations. Put 'em on Youtube, Ken. Another thing. I know I'm not the only one who saw Gunsmoke on MeTV today, which had a crowd of alumni.Goober and Dud Wash played the Watson boys (kin to Emma?) who were gonna' kill Festus. Dub Taylor (several characters) was the bar tender, and Briscoe Darling was the doctor (good ol' Doc). Larry in Lincolnton ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Mayberry Folks on 'Superman'.
Hey, Mayberry friends. Tonight while watching 'Superman' on MeTV, I spotted some interesting things. Clark Kent and Lois Lane traveled to a small town to do some investigative reporting, and the town looked strikingly like Mayberry. I'm almost certain I saw All Souls Church and the entrance to the courthouse. I say almost because I may be wrong. Also, Fred Goss (Fred Sherman) and Aunt Nora (Maudie Prickett) played supporting roles. The plot concerned some crooks trying to empty the town so they could capitalize on some type of mineral underground. I didn't catch the title of the episode so maybe one of our trained noticers can help me out. Anyway, it sure looked peculiar to me. One more thing: when we see an actor that appeared on TAGS on a later TV show or movie we call them alumni. Just what do you call that actor that appears in something pre-TAGS? Just being curious. Larry in Lincolnton ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Mayberry Days
One week 'til Mayberry Days! Hotel reservations: Check. Tickets to the shows: Check. Is there anything I left out? Oh, and the feeling for a good time! Can you tell I'm excited? Mayberry Days 2014. ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Biblical names
However I could only think of one other main character on TAGS with a biblical name, can you think of who it is? David Quinn, that would be Gomer. In the Service of the King, Larry J. Grainger http://alcmtjuliet.com ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
RE: Ambassadorship
Hey, Mayberry friends. I second Ken Anderson's nomination for ambassador, but I want to move. I never get to move. But I can still say Hear, Hear! Larry in Lincolnton ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Having a Ball in Mayberry
Football Basketball Baseball Golf Bowling Table Tennis/Ping Pong Shot put? I'm sure there are many more, but I misplaced my bucket. In the Service of the King, Larry J. Grainger http://alcmtjuliet.com ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
About Fathers
Hey, Mayberry friends. To Ken Anderson: 'Hear, Hear! That's what you say when you totally agree with someone. I can say 'Hear, Hear', but I never get to move. Larry in Lincolnton ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Tammy Windsor
Hey, Mayberry friends. To Janet Anderson: Please tell Tammy Windsor that we'd love to see her at Mayberry Days some time in the future. Larry in Lincolnton ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
More Favorite Quotes
Hey, Mayberry friends. I haven't seen any favorite quotes in a while, so I thought I'd do it. Andy...(to Barney)..When you send your shirt to the cleaners, unload. BarneyRule number one, obey all rules. OpieJust what can you do with a grown woman? Aunt Bee..History, there's more of it these days. Ellie.I'm on the trail of a baboon! Floyd...That proves one thing, to get a nice suit you gotta' go to Mount Pilot. Charlene..Can't I just look at the pretty man? Briscoe(to aunt Bee)..your kisses are nice and highly valuable, but they just ain't worth the pain. Gomer.Water 'n air's free. Now gas and oil is a different story entirely. GooberI ain't no Rockefeller. I could go on, but I'd better stop. Larry in Lincolnton ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Correction
The Mayberry lecture at the Catawba County Library is Tuesday, June 3, not on the 6th. So sorry. ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Mayberry Revisited
Hey, Mayberry friends. For those readers and digesters living close to the Hickory-Catawba County, NC area: Dr. Gary Freeze will be giving a lecture at the Catawba County Library entitled Mayberry Revisited, Tuesday, June 6 at 6:30-8:00. Dr. Freeze is a history professor at Catawba College. Now, I'm not big on lectures, having suffered through so many in college, but this one may well be worth the trouble. For more info and directions, see www.catawbacountync.gov/library. There was a plethora (is that a word?) of Mayberry alumni on a couple of old movies on TV this weekend and I managed to catch a few. The Pied Piper of Hamelin a musical starring Van Johnson and Claude Rains also had our own Miss Rosemary (Amzie Strickland), the mailman from the Mr. Wheeler episode (Doodles Weaver, related to Sigourney Weaver) and Otis' brother Ralph (Stanley Adams). Then later a war movie called Run Silent, Run Deep,starring Clark Gable and Burt Lancaster with Don Rickles, (Newton Monroe), Ken Lynch (various police officers), and our young mechanic/electrician accused of stealing Wally's tools, Jimmy, (Pat Colby). I wonder if he was kin to Floyd Colby? Larry in Lincolnton ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
James Best The Lone Ranger
Hey, Mayberry friends. Alumni sighting. An episode, today, of The Lone Ranger on FETV from 1955 featured our own James Best as a good guy that was duped by a crook. He and his girl won out in the end, thanks to The Lone Ranger and Tonto. He was listed as Jimmy Best in the credits. Love this. Larry in Lincolnton Appreciate all the pics from ' Mayberry Comes to Westminster, SC' from our Mayberry friends on Facebook! Larry in Lincolnton ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
The Dillard Band
Hey, Mayberry friends. We got to enjoy a performance of Rodney Dillard and the Dillard Band on PBS tonight. Love that BlueGrass. ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Pilot Mountain
Hey, Mayberry friends. This has been preying (praying?) on my mind recently so I thought I'd mention it on the digest. In Mount Airy, NC, as you walk away from the entrance of the Andy Griffith Playhouse towards the street, on a clear day you can get a very nice view of Pilot Mountain in the distance. For the readers who have visited Mount Airy, how many have noticed this? I'm sure I'm not the only one. Just curious, curious. Larry in Lincolnton ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Favorite Lines
Hey, Mayberry friends. Like trying to pick a favorite episode, picking a favorite line is equally hard for me but here goes: Andy: Yep. That's definitely not a boy. Barney: Nip it in the bud! Opie: Just what can you do with a grown woman? Aunt Bee: Oh Andy! Gomer: Water 'n air's free. Now gas 'n oil, we make a charge for that. Goober: Ain't you gotta' jack? Floyd: Miserable, deceitful wretch! Brisco: He one o' ours? Mr. Schwamp: ! These are just some of my favorites. I could go on and on. Larry in Lincolnton ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Marijuana
Jim and Nancy, While on the subject of smoking, on what episode was there a reference to marijuana? The episode you are referencing is Quiet Sam. Barney suggested the reason he was farming at night was he was growing marijuana. In the Service of the King, Larry J. Grainger http://alcmtjuliet.com ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Doug Dillard
Hey, Mayberry friends. Happy Birthday to the banjo picking Darling boy, Doug Dillard. March 6 would have been his 77th birthday. Happy Birthday Doug, we miss you. Larry in Lincolnton ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Citizen's Arrest
I could swear he tells Barney who is in the other cell that Floyd's filling station was robbed. Dave, I can see how it sounded like that, but if you listen carefully, he actually says Wally's filling station has been robbed. By the way, Amazon Video (amazon.com) has all the seasons of TAGS, and if you have a Prime membership, it is unlimited free streaming. They have each episode in its entirety with no commercials. Having the DVD's is the best thing, but if you don't, this is a good substitute. In the Service of the King, Larry J. Grainger http://alcmtjuliet.com ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Modes of transport operated by Aunt Bee
Paul, I'm thinking of the car, the airplane, the bicycle,and the little red wagon (with all that tough beef). In the Service of the King, Larry J. Grainger http://alcmtjuliet.com ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Uniform trivia
Paul, I think is the ten you are looking for. 1. Andy 2. Barney 3. Warren 4. Otis 5. Jerry Miller 6. Gomer 7. Bob Rogers 8. Ralph Neal 9. Ernest T. Bass 10.Goober In the Service of the King, Larry J. Grainger http://alcmtjuliet.com ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Heckmondwike
Hey, Mayberry friends. Heckmondwike, England was mentioned on the digest today, so I have to add my measley three pennies worth. A few years ago I was taking a machinist class at our local community college. While working at one of the lathes, I noticed a metal tag attached to the frame of the machine that said, Made in Heckmondwike, England. I immediately felt a connection to Malcolm MerriweatherLOL! Larry in Lincolnton ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Floyd and Russell
Hey, Mayberry friends. With all the talk about Floyd and his kin, I have to say Happy Birthday to Mount Airy, NC's own Floyd, Mr. Russell Hiatt, at Floyd's City Barber Shop. He has been greeting Mayberry fans for many years. I understand it's gonna' be a Big birthday party for him today (Tuesday). Happy 90th birthday, Russell. Larry in Lincolnton ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Promotions
Hey, Mayberry friends. No one has mentioned Gomer's promotion. He went from a water 'n air and gas 'n oil man to a full fledged mechanic. But I don't think you could call that great. Larry in Lincolnton ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Emmett Forrest
Hey, Mayberry friends. Sunday marks one year since the passing of one of Mayberry's best friends, Emmett Forrest, the man mostly responsible for the collection at The Andy Griffith Museum and for helping keep the Mayberry spirit alive in Mount Airy, NC. A few years ago I had the opportunity to sit beside him at the Sunday morning service at Mayberry Days. We had a great conversation about Andy and himself and how The Andy Griffith Show affected him and his community. We also had friendly talks whenever I visited the museum. Such a nice man. Thank you Emmett. We miss you. Larry in Lincolnton ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Barneys Relatives
Hey, Mayberry friends. I'm not very good at trivia but I had to jump on this one. Barney's mom is seen on the Manhunt and most of us remember Barney's cousin, Virgil. Why can't they ask a question like this during Mayberry Days trivia? Larry in Lincolnton Virgil: I'll polish 'em up real good, Barney. ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Three Wishes
Hey, Mayberry friends. Three Wishes for Opie is one of my favorite episodes. I have been fortunate to see the spooky backroom scene performed by our own tribute artists, David Browning (Barn), Allan Newsome(Floyd) and Tim Pettigrew(Goober). So funny! Count IstVanTalecky (is that spelled right?) was right there in the room with them. Floyd: Of course I see him! My three wishes would be: 1. Hang out at the gas station with a bottle of pop. 2. Sit in the courthouse when Andy and Barney hum When Sinners Lose All Their Guilty Stains. 3. Attend the class reunion. The Tears on my Pillow Bespeak the Pain in my Heart. I think Goober is the one that took the art class in bible school. In NC, they say it's going to be 9 degrees tomorrow morning (Tuesday). I'm headed to Mr. Foleys for bread and milk. Larry in Lincolnton ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Gas Pumps and TVLand
Hey, Mayberry friends. I can't recall the episode but I remember being able to read the price on one of Goober's gas pumps being .65 cents per gallon. I guess that's probably right for the '60s. Recently, a new gas station opened here in my hometown with regular at $3.03. Makes you think. Speaking of commercials (on TVLand), I love to see the commercials on the TAGS DVD's from the '60s. Takes you back when the stars did the commercials themselves. Not long ago, a local TV station replaced their daily broadcast of TAGS with the Nate Berkus Show. (Who's Nate Berkus?) Anyway, they brought back TAGS on the weekends. I like to think they did it just for me. Happy New Year to all of our Mayberry citizens! Larry in Lincolnton ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Trained Noticer
Hey, Mayberry friends. Just a couple of things I noticed today while watching TAGS on TVLand. In the episode with Goober's talking dog he had two gas pumps labeled 'Premium'. Shouldn't one have said 'Regular'? In the episode with the counterfeiters, when Andy shot out their tires while they tried to escape, I saw train tracks in the street like a streetcar would have. Is a streetcar or trolley ever mentioned in Mayberry? I thought they were only found in bigger towns. I've seen these episodes a dozen times but these things never stood out before. I'll relinquish my status as a trained noticer and see if I can find some retraining at our local community college. Andy: Weaver's, grocery store, sporting goods store and green ink. Larry in Lincolnton ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Merry Christmas
Hey, Mayberry friends. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Keep Mayberry alive in your heart. Larry in Lincolnton ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Frances Bavier
Hey, Mayberry friends. Last Saturday Dec. 14, was Frances Bavier's birthday. How soon we forget. Happy Birthday! Aunt Bee! Also, I happened to be up at 5:00 AM Monday and caught Rodney and the Dillard Band on PBS. When I hear There is a Time, I get cold chills. Either that or my snow cone is leaking. Have a great Mayberry day! Larry in Lincolnton ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
TAGS on Lassie
Hey, Mayberry friends. We've started receiving FETV recently, it's a religious channel but they also show old TV classics like Lassie, The Lone Ranger, Roy Rogers and others. Well today on Lassie, she was accused of biting a little boy and wound up in court. The defense lawyer was none other than our own Ben Weaver (Will Wright, not the newer one), a good guy this time. The mean old prosecutor was Mr. Somerset (Robert Cornthwaite) from Dogs, Dogs, Dogs. He tried to convict Lassie, but she was acquitted in the end. I thought Mr. Somerset liked dogs. LOL! ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Christmas in Mayberry
I encourage all the folks in the North Carolina to get your tickets for this show at Long Branch Baptist Church. It's going to be big! For those of you near the Middle Tennessee area, we are hosting the exact same show on December 15th in Mt Juliet, TN. For more info call 615-754-7035 or visit alcmtjuliet.com or http://www.itickets.com/events/313637.html. Big isn't the word for it! The show that is destined to become a holiday classic, Christmas In Mayberry, will be featured at Long Branch Baptist Church in Autryville, NC on Saturday, December 7 at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. This live musical and variety show features Rodney Dillard and his band, Maggie Peterson, and David Browning. Tickets are just $20 (reserved seating) and $15 (general admission). Contact Rick Spell at 910-818-8452 for more information. In the Service of the King, Larry J. Grainger http://www.alcmtjuliet.com Sent from my iPad ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Virgil's Visit
My take on that is this, Andy and Barney went back to the last stop the bus made and started retracing the route back to Mayberry, thus when they came upon Virgil, he sure was walking toward Mayberry not away from Mayberry. Just my 2 cents, but maybe I should have put them outside, might be a thunderstorm. ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
You and I
Ron Howard, sung a song in Music Man I believe. ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
chickens Mayberry Days.
Hey, Mayberry friends. To Ken Anderson: Jack EGGbert blackballed you? Believe me, Jack EGGbert is no prize! We had a great time at Mayberry Days this year! The original cast members, the tribute artists, the parade, Col. Tim's, good food, great Mayberry friends, just too much fun! A weekend just isn't long enough. Larry in Lincolnton ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Mayberry Phrases
Hey, Mayberry friends. The phrase most often heard around my house is Hey to as in Hey to Goober or Hey to Mom, or Hey to my wife, or Hey to my grandkids. I've also read that on some Polynesian islands, coconut milk is considered to be quite an aphrodisiac. ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Thelma Lou's Birthday
Hey, Mayberry friends. Our own Thelma Lou (Betty Lynn) celebrates her birthday today Thursday,August 29. Thank you Betty for all the years you've blessed us with your charm and visits in Mount Airy. Happy Birthday, Betty Lynn. We hope you have many more. You're the only girl I love..Barney Fife. ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Jerry Miller
If I had my way,Jerry Miller would have been the new deputy... Dan, it is my understanding that Jerry Van Dyke could have stayed on as the new deputy, but he made the dreadful mistake of choosing instead the lead role in My Mother the Car, which lasted a grand total of 30 episodes. What would TAGS been like with Jerry Miller and no Warren Ferguson? In the Service of the King, Larry J. Grainger http://www.alcmtjuliet.com Sent from my iPad ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Animal Facts
In Tokyo, they sell toupees for dogs. Ken, I'll bet those leashes would be odd looking. Thanks for the email, by the way. In the Service of the King, Larry J. Grainger http://www.alcmtjuliet.com Sent from my iPad ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Fish for Breakfast
I must admit that I have never heard of anyone having fish for breakfast... Paul Mulik Paul, Here's an interesting instance of someone eating fish for breakfast. Jesus said to them, 'Come and have breakfast'...Jesus came and took the bread and gave it to them, and so with the fish. John 21:12, 13 In the Service of the King, Larry J. Grainger http://www.alcmtjuliet.com Sent from my iPad ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Sweater Vests
Hey, Mayberry friends. I've noticed in the last year or so that sweater vests are coming back in style.(I've got at least a half dozen.) We know that the pullover sweater vest was one of Andy's favorite wardrobe items when not in uniform. Will the skinny ties and skinny belts be next? Please note: I always shine the back of my shoes, too! Larry in Lincolnton ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Ken's Shady Characters
Hey,Mayberry friends. Well, first let me say that I'm glad we have Barney Fife to 'track 'em down'. My first choice would be the 'Phony FBI Agent'. NO. 2 would have to be Melissa Stevens and her 'Daddy'. And No. 3 would be Mrs. Mendelbrights new boarder. Seems to me, all three were out to take advantage of the good citizens of Mayberry. I'll admit that all the others were out to do the same, but I believe these were the worst. I think I find that all the others did at least have just a bit of 'heart' in their shenanigans. A number of years ago a man stopped at my house and offered to clean up my yard (it was fall with a lot of leaves on the ground and my yard did look bad) for $50. He looked a bit down on his luck, driving an old truck similar to Mr.Wheelers. I was working a lot at the time and didn't have much spare time, so I said OK, but he said he needed the money up front to buy gas for his truck and equipment. I told him I had plenty of gas but I'd give him $10 for his truck and pay him the rest when he finished. Well, you guessed it. I never saw him or my $10 again. I think it was my Mayberry heart that did it because I happen to be one of those people that do trust people, but I didn't let him get a look at my wristwatch with the genuine gold band, you know the kind that pinches your wrist.(And I kept my keys in my pocket!) Larry in Lincolnton ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Washing clothes
Hey, Mayberry friends. When my wife got in from work today (she gets off early on Fri.) she asked what I had been doing all morning. I said 'doing the laundry' and I had to wash my work clothes next. Her reply: You have to do work to wash 'your' work clothes. I want you to know that cut me, dp. OK, boys. We're gon'na clean the house. Put on your old clothes!...Briscoe Darling. Larry in Lincolnton ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Center of the Mayberry Universe
Hey, Mayberry friends. I've just been communicating with the machines down at the MapQuest website, (and they're gd machines), and I've discovered that I live 2 hrs. from Mount Airy, NC,(Mayberry Days), 2 hrs. from Troy, NC (Mayberry Night in Troy), and only 3 hrs. from Westminster, SC (Mayberry Comes to Westminster). Basically, I guess I live at the center of the Mayberry, NC, Universe. Leastways, that's the way me and Upchurch see it. I'm a lucky man. I plan on making all three events. I'm just having a hard time waiting! Larry in Lincolnton ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Andy's Home
Hey, Mayberry friends. All the talk about Andy's old home being demolished brought this to my mind. I posted this before but it's been 3-4 yrs. ago so maybe our newer members may enjoy reading this. We spent a week at NC's Outer Banks on a summer vacation in 2009, and it's a great place to visit. The beautiful waterfront, all the historical sights, and seeing 'The Lost Colony' at the Waterside Theater (one time Andy actually played there), was well worth the trip. While visiting the Old Fort Raleigh and museum, I walked up to some of the caretakers there and casually asked if they knew where Andy lived. They told me 'sure,we'll tell you, but remember that Andy is a very private man'. I rode by his home (it's not visible from the highway), saw his driveway, fence and gate. But not being an 'interloper' I wouldn't dare approach it. Just being close to where he lives was enough for this Mayberry 'nut'. Anyway, it was a great experience. We're planning on being at 'Mayberry Comes to Westminster, SC' in April, Mayberry Night in Troy,NC' in August, and 'Mayberry Days' in Mount Airy, NC (the biggie!) in September. I just can't get enough of this Mayberry stuff! Many thanks to Allan Newsome for the daily digest that keeps my 'Mayberry fix' under control, and thanks to all the contributors that keep the digest so interesting. Larry in Lincolnton Everything is OK in Mayberry...Floyd. Just one more thing: Many thanks to the folks at the Surry Arts Council for sending me an autographed photo of Betty Lynn. It will always have a prominent place in my living room. Larry in Lincolnton ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Helen Sighting and Claude Akins
Hey, Mayberry friends. I just watched our favorite teacher, Helen Crump, (Aneta Corsaut), playing a nun on Gunsmoke. Claude Akins played a featured character in this episode from 1967. Mr. Akins was a popular tough guy/heavy from the era. I wonder why he never showed up on TAGS? When my daughter was a child (she turns 41 this week, she'll appreciate me saying that), we gave her a pair of parakeets. She named them Barney and Andy, but we never knew if they were boys or girls. A diet of biscuits and honey kept them from flying very well, too. Larry in Lincolnton 'Winken will tell Blinken, Blinken will tell Nod, Nod will tell Barney, and Barney will tell us.' ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Cast sightings and Sherlock Holmes
Hey, Mayberry friends. Recently, on The Alfred Hitchcock Hour (on the Suspense Network), I spotted Robert Emhart, AKA Malcolm Tucker and also the Foster Furniture Polish owner, playing a small town business tycoon. His chauffer (and muscle) was our own Goober, George Lindsey. It's hard to picture 'Goob' as a tough guy. Anyway, maybe Mr. Tucker/Foster's businesses on TAGS just didn't prosper and he found his fortune in a smaller town. We all know it's very competitive in a big city like Charlotte. Because 'Alfred Hitchcock' and TAGS were filmed during the same years, you can spot several TAGS alumni on his episodes.(James Best comes to mind also). Also, earlier, on the same network, was a Sherlock Holmes movie titled Sherlock Holmes and the Woman in Green (1945). In a quiet moment in his office apartment, Sherlock picked up his trusty violin and began playing Welcome, Sweet Springtime. (Good 'ol 14-A). I was clutched, almost to tears! Even though I not a 'trained noticer', tidbits like these make a TAGS fan get a little excited. I love it! Larry in Lincolnton ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
So, when did Thelma Lou punch Barney in the nose?
That would be the episode A Date for Gomer, when a date was arranged between Gomer and Thelma Lou's cousin, Mary Grace. After Gomer had seemingly bailed on Mary Grace and the other four were on their way to the dance, you hear the sound of a whack from the back seat and then we see Barney holding his nose because Thelma Lou had just socked him. It is certainly a side of Thelma Lou that is seldom seen. In the Service of the King, Larry J. Grainger http://www.alcmtjuliet.com Sent from my iPad ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
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WHY CAN'T I GET A T SHIRT WITH THE OLD BEN WEAVER ON IT, THE ONE WITH HIS FIST IN THE AIR. THANK YOU, LARRY W/MS ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Goober Beasley
By the way I noticed that Andy introduces Goober as Goober Beasley to the tv producer for Sheriff without a gun but later on inthe series Goober gets the name Pyle. Curious, curious. David Oberly David, several years ago I had a close friend ask George Lindsey about that, because I had always wondered about it as well. George told her that sometimes Andy liked to use names of his friends on the show, and evidently he was friends with a Beasley family. Besides Goober Beasley, there was Juanita Beasley, Barney's unseen girl at the diner. And one of the suitors Andy sent the way of Miss Ellie to put her on the scent of other game was Charlie Beasley. Maybe there was another reason, but this was Mr. Lindsey's take on it. In the Service of the King, Larry J. Grainger http://www.alcmtjuliet.com Sent from my iPad ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Our Miss Rosemary on The Big Valley
Watched our Miss Rosemary (Amzie Strickland) on the Big Valley today. She played a inmate at a asylum where Victoria Barkley was sent when she witnessed a murder. It must have filmed within a few years of her appearance on TAGS. I knew it was her right away, even though her hair was messed up and she was out of her right mind. Barney beginning to date Thelma Lou and left Miss Rosemary, must have been her downfall, she didn't seem to stable in the first place. WebRep Overall rating This site has no rating (not enough votes) ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Walker Store Robbery
In the episode Andy the Matchmaker with Miss Rosemary and the alleged Drug Store Robbery. If I saw that correctly when Andy was talking with the Sheriff on the phone and got off the phone, he said we have to drop the charges of the Drug Store Robbery and hold him for extradition. Yet Barney gets a right up in the paper that he solves the Drug Store Robbery. This seems like it should have been, Barney nabs Criminal wanted other state or something like that. Wonder if this was a oversite, or just maybe they couldn't come up with a better ending. Just thinking! Also I liked Miss Rosemary, wish she had been in more episodes. ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
James Best and green
Hey, Mayberry friends. We watched James Best (can I call him Jimmy?) in The Sweeter Side of Life on Hallmark last week, a great movie that you can enjoy without having to send the kids to bed. We need more of those. Jimmy was good. Must be the actor in the man. Another word about green once being a popular color. When we were married in 1970, our appliances were all green. To make us feel more 'uptown', it was known as avacado. Larry in Lincolnton ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Re: A Wife for Jeff
On Picking Tobacco, There are two types of tobacco grown, Leaf Tobacco and Burley Tobacco. You are right that you do cut Burley Tobacco, because you harvest the whole plant. But you neither pick or cut Leaf Tobacco, You Pull it. Or in better terms you break the leaf from the plant by pulling it off. Just want to clarify that lol I live in tobacco country :) ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Moonshiners
Has anyone watched Moonshiners on Discovery Channel, More good ole boys making shine. This series is filmed in my neck of the woods in Virginia and other locations. One of the boys is from the big town of Climax, Virginia. He also happens to be the Fire Chief. Looks like Mr. Frisbee isn't the only person who needs some extra income. Lots of info on the internet if you are interested. Just search Climax Virginia Moonshiners. ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Christmas Show
First of all I wish each of you a Happy New Year. I have enjoyed the postings about Christmas Episodes and the Lack of the Same. I have a Christmas Show that I would have liked to have seen on TAGS. This would be entitled Christmas with the Darling Family Andy and the Family, as well as Barney would be invited to the Darling Cabin to celebrate a mountain Christmas on Christmas Eve. This would include Mountain Traditions of course. Ernest T would be invited to because of the Christmas message of Good Will to all, He would bring a Possum for the Feast. Charlene Would have sung Away in a Manger, and at the stroke of midnight, everyone would gather around the tree and hold hands and sing Silent Night. Aunt Bee would even submit to Briscoe's kiss on the cheek after they found themselves under the mistletoe. Andy would have read the Christmas story from the Bible. The Boys would be excited as a box of fruit was brought out and passed around. They would play a instrumental version of What Child is This, with a decidely Bluegrass twist. Anyway that's my Christmas show that I would have loved to have seen. ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Re Barney's Singing
Vic, I think he damaged that little organ in his throat, probably cheering Opie on in the 50 yd dash or by calling for Gomer in the haunted mansion while looking for a baseball. Seems plausible to me. Larry Wimberly Dr. Larry R. Wimberly Sent from my iPhone ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
RE: For the Extry Good Trained Noticers
While watching a very familiar TAGS episode yesterday I spotted a short, 3 second clip where the film had been reversed, or flipped if you will. I noticed it first by observing that something just didn't look accurate with the Mayberry landscape, and upon further (DVD) review, found concrete evidence that the film had actually been flipped to it's mirror-image side, during editing I'm sure. The first trained noticer to identify the episode and evidence wins a Lucky Peppermint with a green center. :-) Curt Birmingham, AL Carl, that would be Barney's First Car... You can give my Peppermint with the green center to Gomer...he deserves it. Larry J. Grainger http://www.alcmtjuliet.com Sent from my iPad ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
RE: For the Extry Good Trained Noticers
Some trained noticer I am - Curt...not Carl. Larry J. Grainger http://www.alcmtjuliet.com Sent from my iPad ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Picnics
On the episode Bargain Day Foley has a sign in his door advertising Picnics 29 cents. ?Any idea what that would mean? Sam, picnics would be picnic hams. http://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-a-picnic-ham.htm Larry J. Grainger http://www.alcmtjuliet.com Sent from my iPad ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Mayberry Hotel
I just finished watching the episode when the Darlings first came to town and Brisco got the hotel room and the rest came up the rope. Well I've been thinking, (didn't have a bucket) so I had to ask you what was your opinion. John Masters informed Andy that the code was only one occupant to a room in the Mayberry Hotel. Since that is the only hotel in the town of Mayberry, If a couple came to visit, would the man have to stay in one room, and his wife in another room. I mean if she got the one with the bath, and he got the one without. It's still not very good that they would have to spend the night in separate rooms, a married couple. Would they A-Just stay in two rooms, B-Would the Man slip over to his wife's room when the desk clerk went home for the night, or C-Do something different. I sure wish I a bucket! Will reading your comments. ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
