Welcome back Justin, glad you decided to give us a chance. I like the
episodes with the Darling clan as they're so down to earth and honest, not
to mention the fine musicianship. Those boys are much the same in person as
is Charlene!
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There are two scenes that come to mind where Andy Griffith's humorous
reaction comes out vs. Sheriff Taylor's slightly lesser grin and laugh: When
he and Barn are dragging Ernest T. out of Mrs. Wiley's social and ET grabs
onto the doorframe to resist; at Howard's first shindig in his newly
I was tickled to find reference to our beloved Goober in the current issue
of Bottom Line Personal under the article How to Find the Best Auto
Mechanic. It's so heartwarming to find folks in umpteen places who are
fellow Mayberrians!
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I'm so sorry, I didn't mean to give the impression that I felt supremely
sorry only for Barney or that Thel did something wrong. I just felt so bad
that two folks who obviously were crazy for each other never got together
(at least at that point). They both looked so glad to see each other
You Linns are obviously raising your younguns right! I sure got a kick out
of your family story on the interstate!!!
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Well, last night TVLand aired one of the saddest episodes ever. I remember
when I saw it for the first time back in the 70s I just bawled my eyes out.
That Thel married someone else was just too much. I think the writers
rather shortchanged us in that they also implied that Ange and Barn
Did anyone else notice the mannequin leaning against the lamp post near the
diner in last night's episode? It was when Andy was talking to Malcolm when
he returned to town once again in a colour episode. The ladies nearby were
real, but the man, he wasn't.
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I've read before that Sam's house in Mayberry RFD was later the Walton
homestead. I don't see a real resemblance myself. We went to the
birthplace of Earl Hamner where they have a model of the home, life-size and
miniature, among other artifacts from the series and the actual lives of the
I think I remember seeing Susan Oliver (Prisoner of Love) on the old Peyton
Place series back when I was in high school. She was very beautiful and
usually played a seductive role, just as in Mayberry. I don't recall her
name being mentioned either; remember, she was just an overnighter in
Albert, you're a scream!!! This is THE funniest, most imaginative and
creative message we've had in a very long time. I guess your education was
worth every penny and I thank you for a good laugh. I'm in awe of your
powers of observation in referencing a current modern life crisis and
I always imagine that the space between Floyd's and the courthouse could
have a false front on the street side with a narrow alley only accessible
from the back. As for Ange's house, when you go up the stairs and get to
the top, you're facing the street and then the second story could be
Janet, along with the laptop, I forgot my DVD player too - I need help
LOL!!! As for run up an alley and holler fish I always figured it meant
set yourself up to be attacked by cats or it was meant as a dismissal for
the notion that the local fishwife was a loudmouth and you could care less
I received the one-message Digest today but none since issue 131. Welcome to
all the new subscribers; hang in there cuz Floyd is working to restore us to
full service again!
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Don, you and I think alike! I've noticed for years that many meals at lots
of locations all over Mayberry seem to be missing a beverage on the table.
I guess the prop man was having a cold one elsewhere!
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I once contacted whatever company did Andy's music and was told that he and
Don were trying to find the time to do an album together of the old tunes
from the show. Alas, unless they managed to put down some tracks before Don
left us, we may never hear them in collaboration except on the shows
Thanks for the info on Joe Shablotnick (sp); I thought someone just made up
the name; poor Charlie Brown! Also, thanks for the info on those new (old)
cable channels; I put in a request to my cable carrier as they are always
receptive to viewer input. I hadn't heard of those two before now!
Paul, you are brilliant! This frightening reality had never occurred to me
before. In my shortsightedness, I was only thinking of myself. My selfish
spin is the concept of shared experience. I like the feeling that
thousands of others are watching and sharing the experience of the show at
I'm with you, Lee, about the descension of TVLand into ho-hum if not
offensive airings. You can't count on them to be consistent either. They
seem to interject those goofy Reunion shows and low-rated films at random so
you can't count on your favorites being there anymore. I'm real
I don't recall actually seeing tears, but Opie sniffled when he gave up the
grocery job to help that little boy whose family needed the income. It was
at the end of a line to his Pa and always make me tear up too.
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Whoever put Andy shot at in their subject line scared me! I thought it
meant recently so I hurriedly scrolled down to make sure our beloved sheriff
was doing okay. Let's refrain from using traumatic words like that, okay?!
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Thank you for the link to that delightful story on Betty Lynn; just confirms
what we've known all along!Now a question: when Andy mentions being in
the lower fifth grade and his sweetheart being in the upper, I am not
familiar with this concept at all. Can anyone out there enlighten me?
The TV Pioneers DVD arrived; there's our beloved sheriff right on the cover!
This was a series on PBS a few weeks ago and since it heavily featured Andy
and our hometown, I wanted it for my collection. With its insights into
TAGS, I heartily recommend it!!
Aunt Bee of Orlando
This morning, Price is Right had a Mayberry-themed showcase, in which Mopie
of Hayberry presented the prizes with a whistling number in the background!
Then at noon an old movie on TCM featured Opie's best housekeeper Rose as
a secretary; boy, did she look swell!!! Mayberry is everwhere and
I thoroughly enjoyed watching the news segment on Dennis Beal. Kudos on
being a Mayberry celebrity and your trivia awards. We salute you!!!
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Today's posting about Andy's former student invoked a memory for me. When
we first formed the Opie chapter, a woman attended for awhile who had been
married to Andy's cousin at one time. The main thing she remembered was how
protective Andy's mother was of him and how she never let him get
My area no longer airs TAGS; it's been several years now. I'm dependent on
TVLand and my own DVDs but PTL for them!
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Did everyone see a newspaper article where despite the recent massacre
tragedy, the town was touted as being like Mayberry? In light of this and
other numerous references, I do believe we're overdue for a new dictionary
entry:
Mayberry n. name of an iconic, fictionalized town; synonymous with
Thanks David, for the update on Jeff Branch (our own Howard). He surely is
in my prayers as well as the community he serves. Keep us up to date and
let us know if there's anything else we can do for him.
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Praise be to the Linn family for raising their kids right! Delighted to
hear that his daughter recognized Floyd in another venue!
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Irene Fairchild was on the Beverly Hillbillies today; I believe she was
wooing Jethro; only saw a few seconds.
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Thanks Brent, for the heads up about the Hartmans. I had seen him in an old
musical once but did not know about his wife. I'll be looking for that
film. Also, all the talk of Sarah reminded me of the film Raggedy
Man, in which Sissy Spacek was a small-town operator during WWII (the big
Thanks, Brian, for noting the episode in which Howard looks upward, giving
credit to God for the answer to the church's problem. That brief scene
always swells my heart and brings a tear. I consider it one of the most
indicative of all Mayberry moments!
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The first time I recall seeing our Bobby Fleet was in one of my favorite
films Murphy's Romance as the bingo caller; I was so tickled to see him
after all those years! As for language on TVLand, add me to the list of
those appalled by this breach of decency on the site of our beloved
I don't mean to be argumentative but I can't imagine our Mr. Schwump was
portrayed by John O'Connor as he is listed as both an actor and director.
According to Andy himself, our mystery man was so very bashful and lacking
in confidence that when they tried to give him a line or two in one
Last night in our local PBS channel they aired a program called Pioneers in
Television. This was the first episode and it was on sitcoms. Not only did
they highlight our beloved hometown, there were interviews with Andy on his
other work and a great intro of the beginning of the series. The
I'm casting my vote that it is our Mr. Schwump in the community dance on
Christmas in Connecticut. Thanks to Cheryl for pointing us to the exact
spot on YouTube! It is currently playing on our TCM Videos on Demand but I
always fall asleep before it gets to the dancing scene!! Meanwhile, Happy
Hearty congratulations to MariEllen for getting cancer-free recently! So
glad to hear good news at holiday time on top of the reiteration of our
Saviour's birth!!! Thanks for sharing.
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Thanks Bob, for the heads up on the Don Knotts tribute. Some people are
surely talented when it comes to computers and putting great things like
that together!
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Thank you Sharon for telling us about American Life. I never heard of it so
I checked out their site and found a lot to like. I emailed my cable
carrier and urged them to consider it. Like you, I am dismayed at TVLand's
decision to add tacky programs like Just Shoot Me. I thought their
Today's newsletter just evoked a memory for me concerning doctors. When I
was in grammar school in North Carolina, doctors came to our school on a
regular basis to give immunizations and perfunctory examinations, including
hearing and vision tests, in the library. We had to line up and be
I remember a Red Cross sign up on the side of a building one time but don't
remember in which episode. And thanks to Paul for his vignette; you can tell
he's raising his kids right when they can recognize a TAGS reference!!
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One of my all-time favorite episodes is the rose episode in which Clara
gives up her blue ribbon to Aunt Bee. The depiction of the ultimate
sacrifice in the name of friendship always makes me cry. It seems to embody
the true spirit of Mayberry in one small moment.
Aunt Bee of Orlando
On the Waltons this morning, Jason was playing Otis' favorite tune, The
Dipsy Doodle, on the piano at the Dew Drop! It took me a moment to figure
out what I was hearing but then it clicked!
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I went to the Wikipedia link and did not see this offensive entry so maybe
it has blessedly been removed. Apparently the poster of this discussion
thread is one of those obsessed with sex and assumes the rest of us are too.
A lady who was offended by vulgar language like running with would not
I surely don't mean to argue or dispute the conclusions of Paul, trained
noticer and fact-finder extraordinaire, but I myself imagine that Barney and
Ange just refer to themselves as cousins like lot of folks in small towns
do. They make reference in one episode about knowing one another since
I personally want to thank the fine folks at Mayberry on Main for their
update of all the folks we know in Mt. Airy. They do indeed seem like old
friends and since I have not been able to go there in some time now, I do
appreciate hearing they are all fine. I look forward to bringing a friend
Happy Veterans Day to all of you out there who defend our country and uphold
the ideals of the American way of freedom! I am much obliged.
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What book is Mayberry State of Mind reader talking about? I tried emailing
you but it was returned and the web link did not work. I hope I haven't
missed a book about Mayberry.
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Albert, are you in advertising? You should be! I thoroughly enjoyed your
plug for Foley's and the cute jingle in there too!!
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Aren't you all just tickled pink that the newest TVLand ad with that darling
guitar-playing girl includes the fact that we can watch Andy on the website
all the time? I noticed it right away and felt so proud of our beloved
sheriff!
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All I can figure is that Don Knotts, in his usual caring way, couldn't bear
to disappoint an obvious fan and answered in a positive way! Wouldn't it be
fun to query Ange on this? I bet he can remember one way or the other.
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Hey Cindy, I wish we could see a photo of your little Barney! I bet he was
adorable and had the best costume in the whole neighborhood. You are a very
caring, involved mommy and I salute you!!!
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Once when Don Knotts appeared here at MGM, I asked him if that was really
him playing the harmonica and he grinned and said yes, that he'd been
playing since childhood! He complimented me on my hat and I thought that was
real sweet.
Aunt Bee of Orlando
Thank you Jeanie for your wonderful website and photos. I thoroughly
enjoyed viewing all the goings-on at this year's fest. I'm with Jeff on the
color episodes. There are some good stories and life lessons as well as
finding out what our hometown looks like for real!
Aunt Bee of Orlando
Our favorite Marine is featured in the 1968 Time Capsule pages of this
month's Reminisce magazine. He is shown waving to us in his utilities and
the text says his TV show was very popular that year. I'm so proud!
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Ooh, a real mystery at last! I'd like to see the entire question in
question, if you will. Perhaps the trivia contest writers didn't do enough
homework this time. In any case, this should be cleared up and the rightful
owner declared. After all, we thrive on honesty and good living in
My Mayberry pal and I went to bingo Wed night and made a toast to the 47th
anniversary of the debut of TAGS! We're looking forward to whatever
festivities may come for the grand and glorious 50th!!!
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Kim, you and your lunch box saga are a scream!!! I got real tickled at your
last line.
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On an old movie this morning, there was Aunt Bee's baby sister serving as a
Navy nurse to none other than Cary Grant! No, he didn't say Judy, Judy,
Judy to her either.
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This morning's episode of The Waltons, in which John-Boy graduated from high
school, depicted a crowd of folks in pre-ceremonial festivities. Faint
strains of Welcome Sweet Springtime could be heard on a piano very briefly
but it was unmistakably present and most welcome to this Mayberrian!
I watched part of a delightful film this afternoon titled Glory, about
horse racing. Howard McNear's predecessor appeared as an investor in the
title horse and little Margaret O'Brien, all grown up, was the star.
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Seems at one time it was stated that Otis was a glue-dipper at the furniture
factory. That could explain his drinking as I've heard that folks who are
subjected to strong odors on the job (painters and the like) can only clear
out their sinuses by imbibing alcohol.
Aunt Bee of Orlando
I hope I don't get a rude, but I just have to tell you all about the
pleasant online shopping experience I have had with Mayberry on Main. They
are the only source for the new Mayberry's Finest canned goods so I placed
an order. They also carry some unique Mayberry-related items in non-food
I figure Frances Bavier was just plain too tired to put up with all the fuss
and folderol that would have ensued just for her to do a voice taping in her
home. And think of the disruption to her household of cats?! It obviously
wasn't worth it to her and she rightly felt she didn't owe anything
In watching a program about that lovely family of 16, now 17, children,
before they got into the RV for a vacation, the parents stated the rules to
the kids: #1 Obey all rules, #2 No writing on the walls as it is hard to get
writing off of walls. They purport to not watch TV but I'm guessing
I have an idea to support the troops too. Let's each of us donate what we
can to TAGSRWC in the name of our troops so Jim can send a set (or more) of
the DVDs to the USO that serves our Iraqi forces. I will match whatever is
collected and cover the postage to send these. I can't think of any
I have to disagree with whoever posted that the new Floyd's Barbershop from
Hawthorne Village is nice. Obviously the designer of these buildings is not
a devout fan of the show as they do not resemble the actual buildings much
at all. I'm keeping it, as well as the future ones, as I collect
I have a hint for those who experience the sudden appearance of question
marks in the text of their messages. After examining those posts, it
occurred to me that it seems to happen just before a capital letter. If
your keyboard is as sensitive as mine, perhaps when you depress Shift to
I believe I remember Bert Mustin being on both All in the Family and
Phyllis, portraying love interests for a couple of older ladies. I also
remember seeing him on Leave it to Beaver as the fire chief in whom Beaver
confided a great deal; a real figure of authority and hero for little
Today I watched part of an old Jerry Lewis film called Ladies Man and one of
the sound technicians was portrayed by Mayberry's mailman; I believe his
name was Doodles Weaver? Let me wish everyone a wonderful
Independence Day celebration next week; wouldn't it be great to be in
Mayberry
When I re-did my guest bathroom, I chose a lavatory to match the one I saw
when Opie got a lecture about teeth-brushing in one episode. As to
children addressing adults, I insist on titles always. My nieces and
nephews must address me as Aunt Neenee till they're adults and other
children
Thanks Paul; I figured you'd have the answer I was looking for; now I need
to get out my Ange CDs and find that other incidence! As for guest visits to
Matlock, seems to me that Everett Greenbaum once portrayed a judge around
the same time he was doing auto ads for TV; can't recall the maker
I was fortunate to purchase Frances Bavier's leather needle case at a
Mayberry event several years ago. It came with a financial document and I
have both in a framed shadow box in my guest room, which is all Mayberry.
But I would have to say that my most awesome Mayberry moment was when Don
I tried to email Barbara separately but it came back undeliverable. When I
feel like something makes my head all wet, I believe it's the temperature or
the spiciness of the food that causes my sinuses to produce fluid, resulting
in a mild runny nose; most aggravating at the table!
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I want to sincerely apologize for my negative critique of Waitress. It
was wrong of me to assume that everyone goes to the movies with the same
expectations just cuz we're Mayberrians. I do want to be entertained but I
like to be uplifted and inspired. This film did just the opposite, hence
I saw Waitress yesterday and although Andy did a fine, yet shaky, job of his
role, the overall climate of the film is rather depressing. Just about
everyone depicted is living an immoral lifestyle. There is no redeeming
value other than the humor now and then until the very end and even that
I've noticed for years how some street scenes don't match up and how Opie
walks a different way to school several times. If you take note of their
home, it was just up the street a few houses from the side of the drugstore
across from the courthouse. And their church was virtually across the
Watched An Affair to Remember last night and realized Miss Kerr's
caretaker neighbor at the end of the film was the lady in Andy's laundromat
who wanted him to hold up her dress so she could determine the possible
shrinkage factor! Whatta' character?!
Aunt Bee of Orlando
I am getting tensed. I saw a trailer for Waitress again today at the
theater but none of the websites I've checked show it in my area. There was
a sneak preview at some obscure little venue yesterday in honor of Mother's
Day but I was unable to go. Does anyone know if it will be widely
I know it's disappointing but there are crooks even in our Postal Service,
despite their attempt to monitor employees. If you insured it you can put
in a claim for the full cost of the set. I often use UPS as they include
insurance up to $100 and are very trustworthy and have excellent
I'm with you Dennis. TVLand seems to be degenerating into tacky, if not
downright nasty offerings. What's with these grade B movies?
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I went to the Men's Health website and could not find anything with Russell
Hiatt. Do we know which article or section mentions him? He's one of Mt.
Airy's nicest fellas and I'd love to read of him.
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I just noticed another dual role recently. The ear dr at the recruitment
center who tested Ernest T. is the same man who portrayed Ramona Wiley's
husband in the reunion episode (I think). Paul, can you verify this?
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I don't agree with the description of Barney in its entirety but you have to
admit that there were several instances of his obnoxious behavior. I
believe it is a testament to the goodness of Andy and Mayberry in general
that his shortcomings were overlooked and he was cherished for his
Nursing and retirement homes also welcome donations of nice videos for their
residents to enjoy.As for an escort, I'd opt for Goober or Howard
anytime; they're both good dancers, enthusiastic fellas and respectful of
ladies - as they are wont to say these days, they're the whole package!
Andy's home is in Manteo and it's mentioned in the episode where Goober
registers with that dating service.Also, in the March issue of
Traditional Home there is an article on antique silver; it states that
Easley, SC is like Mayberry. Do we have any members from that obviously
charming
I too sent Russell a card although worried about postal thieves. Also sent
one to Dabbs Greer. Thank you to those who give us a heads up on these
things. Also voted for Barney in that Florida paper; he's now ahead!!!
Tried to vote in the Alabama one but it was already closed.
Aunt Bee of
I like it when Andy says Hallelujah, although a bit jaded, after Barn's
uvula declaration. Puts me in mind of holiday time at the post office; the
clerk told me they were just about out of the religious stamps-they're the
most popular and I sang out Hallelujah! He looked a bit startled but all
I'm with you Ken; life in Mayberry is what life is meant to be and can be if
we all tried more. I remember it being like that when I was a child in
southern California in a mid-sized city. Perhaps it was just the way I was
raised in a loving, Chrisitan family. I always reply to skeptics and
At the theater today I saw a trailer for Waitress and guess who is in it?
Our beloved sheriff! Not sure when it comes out but it must be fairly soon.
If this has already been brought up, I apologize, I'm forgetful these days.
I sure enjoyed seeing him and will go see the whole film if it's not
To my mind the most mentioned, therefore real, but unseen character was
Sarah, our beloved phone operator, friend to everyone and with a hand (or
ear) on the pulse of the whole town! Remember her mama falling down in the
bowling alley? I worried about her even though it was comical.
Aunt Bee of
A gas pump once backfired and I ended up with it all over my blouse; however,
within a few minutes, the actual liquid properties had evaporized. I went on
to do my grocery shopping without any ill effects except the lingering odor of
fuel.
Aunt Bee of Orlando
Most folks know me so well as being a huge fan of TAGS that when I say
something they're not familiar with, they grin and say Mayberry - right? I
then grin and nod; sometimes sparks a conversation, sometimes not.
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I feel the squad car or a mock-up of the Taylor front porch should grace
subject museum!
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I believe the white cloudiness on the drugstore windows might've been glasswax
or a similar product of that era. I mostly remember using it to fill in
holiday stencils on our windows at Christmastime. I bought a retro pkg of the
stencils at Restoration Hardware a few years back!
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I can confirm the size of the town of Pilot Mountain as my late beloved took a
flip thru there once when we went to Mt. Airy; it is indeed much smaller than
the latter but charming nonetheless. I figure Mt. Airy is their big town to go
to on Saturday night!
Aunt Bee of Orlando
Yes, I can remember watching reruns of December Bride in the summertime as a
child. I loved it as I remember and wish they'd get it on TVLand. Whenever I
wake up with a hankering for spaghetti, I know I've heard that episode in my
sleep (ever since my beloved went to Heaven, I have to sleep
My late beloved always wanted a front porch but never got to it. After he went
to Heaven, I had one added along with a white picket fence so Thelma Lou could
run around while I sit out there. However, it is so hot most of the year that
even with a ceiling fan, I do not get a lot of
I've tried for years to get the postal service to issue a stamp honoring
Mayberry; even suggesting using the courthouse with just the word Mayberry
below it instead of one of the stars, who has to be deceased 10 years. For
some peculiar reason (I wonder what causes that?), they have declined
In the MIles Kimball catalog I received recently there is a new puzzle called
TV History. You can clearly see Barney in the upper right corner so I'm
ordering it. It's 1000 pieces, 24x30 and $12.99.
Our heroes are everywhere!!!
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