The Academy of Motion Picture Art and Science
Greetings from the Land O' Elvis! I have been wondering why the Academy neglected to mention Dennis Weaver, Darren McGavin and our beloved Don Knotts. I haven't seen this posted, but I think it should be brought up. My grandpa was a big TAGS fan and if he was here he'd say Those snooty Oscar people wouldn't know Art or Science if it bit them on their backside. The show is scripted, but allowances are always made for the odd mistake or interruption. I hope The Academy honors these great men next year, but I wouldn't bet money on it. They must consider all three too TV for an Oscar show. Well, I watched my TAGS DVDs and said the Oscars could run up and alley and yell 'fish' .We know the Emmys will do a better job, but I think the best tributes are those posted here. Don Knotts was a radio, television, and movie star. Although he was and forever will be best known as Barney Fife, he did so much more. Maybe because he made good, clean, movies you could take your children to see, in a time when Hollywood didn't think America wanted them anymore, he was overlooked in the tributes. My 2 cents. Still too sad to look for Bobby Fleet, Eric in Memphis ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://mail.wbmutbb.com/mailman/listinfo/wbmutbb_wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Ron and Rance Howard / Tribute to Andy
The older Ron Howard gets, the more he looks like his father, especially in the eyes. I have always thought that Ron Howard looked a lot like his dad, even when he was a little guy. However, I do agree that the older he gets, the more he looks and sounds like Rance. He probably always looked like Rance did at the same age, but we didn't notice it until Ron was an adult since we don't know what Rance looked like as a child. I remember seeing an episode of Happy Days a few years ago and Rance Howard played a character in it. When I looked at middle aged Rance in that episode, he looked so much like Ron does now. I am in full agreement with the idea that we should create some sort of tribute to Andy Griffith while he is still with us. Although I believe that he already knows how much he is appreciated for his talent and hard work, it would be so much better for us to let him know it while he is still able to enjoy it. One single word of praise said to a living person is worth more than 1000 words of praise after the person has passed on. Mary Grace Gossage We shall meet, but we shall miss him ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://mail.wbmutbb.com/mailman/listinfo/wbmutbb_wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
RE: Omission of names at Oscars
I found a section on the Academy Awards web site that recognizes the artists that have died. It appears that the memoriam is updated and artists recognized between the dates Feb. 1st through Jan. 31st of the next year. So this would explain why some of the actors were there that had just died this year, and why Don Knotts and the others were not. I am already looking forward to, and yet dreading the reminder that he is gone, of Mr. Knotts career being acknowledged. Big ain't the word for it. Andge in Bethlehem, GA ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://mail.wbmutbb.com/mailman/listinfo/wbmutbb_wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Re: Forty Acres/Reel Mayberry Site CORRECTION
Hi: I apologize to everyone who went to my Reel Mayberry Forty Acres Location Guide site and only found a link to the 2008 Mayberry Presidential Poll. Apparently, the site was not appearing properly on some browsers, but I think I've fixed the problem! To see the COMPLETE site, with information on the Reel Mayberry Forty Acres Location Guide (where TAGS was filmed), just shout Shazam and click again: http://www.angelfire.com/biz/Mayberry/index.html Joel R. __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://mail.wbmutbb.com/mailman/listinfo/wbmutbb_wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Barney cartoons
Hey ya'll. Thanks to a fellow member of wbmutbb, who found the site for the cartoons I had and a few more. That site is: www.cagle.com Thanks Kim and I sure enjoyed all the responses I got to send the ones I had along. Have a Mayberry Day!! And good luck to you and yours!! Kathy in Ohio ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://mail.wbmutbb.com/mailman/listinfo/wbmutbb_wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Tv Land and Chris Penn
Chris Penn was the brother of Sean Penn. I agree about the Oscar tribute but remember this is the Academy. I also have a complaint. Even though I love TVLAND and watch it everyday I see a growing trend of cutting out some very funny parts of episodes, including TAGS. They cut out the part where Barney went to get more rescue equipment and Gomer told him Goober wasn't stupid, he was ugly but not stupid. I am sure the executives will say they must cut in order to show more commercials but it is a crying shame, just a crying shame! And that is my two cents worth! Let me know if yall agree! Liz Roberts ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://mail.wbmutbb.com/mailman/listinfo/wbmutbb_wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
buying Don Knotts stuff
Weaver's may have the following items--I really doubt the first one--but I thought I'd pass on two Knotts items. 1) I just purchased a tape--no DVD here--that has some Secret Storm episodes that Don Knotts was in from www.shokusvideo.com. (Thank you, Janet, for the link to the bio in tvgamesshows.net. It led me to the tape.) I'm in Huntsville (35802) so if anyone nearby would like to borrow the tape, PM me at my e-mail above. I'd give it 2-3 weeks to come in. 2)The latest Critics' Choice catalogue (www.ccvideo.com) is offering a Don Knotts The Reluctant Hero Pack, 2 DVDs, with The Ghost and Mrs. Chicken, The Reluctant Astronaut, The Shakiest Gun in the West, and The Love God for $19.95. Weavers may have this one. If so, buy there. If not, ccvideo is reputable. Translation--I've bought there and been satisfied. ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://mail.wbmutbb.com/mailman/listinfo/wbmutbb_wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Find-a-grave, not just for the famous
Find a grave is a terrific site. I found my grandfather's monument. He died in 1919 as a young man; my father bearly remembered him. The only picture that was ever made of him is on the stone, which is in a Chicago cemetery. I live in Tennessee a century later, and I can visit my grandfather's grave electronically anytime I want to. But a total stranger put the monument up. And I am grateful. So go check out Don's site, and leave him a note. BTaylor ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://mail.wbmutbb.com/mailman/listinfo/wbmutbb_wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
I guess I'm confused....
.and couldn't figure out how to let ya'll know I was a new member, so, I'll tell ya who I am this way. My name is Cilla Jean and I live in Colorado. I was raised in So. California and can remember watching TAGS sitting on my Dad's lap. Dad had a striking resemblance to Andy Griffith and, most of the time, had one pantleg in his boot, just like Andy. Watching those old shows daily brings a lot of comfort to me. I come home from work and the show's on @ 6:30 here. It's a perfect way for me to unwind! The passing of Don Knotts made me feel as though a portion of my childhood died. Thank you for allowing me into your club. TAGS is, and always will be, the best show on TV in my opinion! Cilla Jean P.S. Thank you to those of you who referred me the Weaver's Dept. Store to buy the DVD's. Hubby's ordering them for me today!! ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://mail.wbmutbb.com/mailman/listinfo/wbmutbb_wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Tributin'
Re: I agree that some sort of a tribute to Andy would be great... Well, we could all eat four bowls of white beans! John of SoCal ...and eatin' speaks louder than words! ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://mail.wbmutbb.com/mailman/listinfo/wbmutbb_wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Thanks Dixon!
Thank you for the information on the missing epilogues on TAGS DVD's. If you find anymore please let me know. Jim ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://mail.wbmutbb.com/mailman/listinfo/wbmutbb_wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Helmet Color
When Barney arrived back from the Army Surplus Store in Mt. Pilot, the helmet he walked into the courthouse with laid on the desk was black. From then on out, it was white with the badge decaled, or painted on it. Just wondering about a Notice! On another notethe Oscar's Grammys became history in my life, when they turned in to what they now are, represent. That's just me. ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://mail.wbmutbb.com/mailman/listinfo/wbmutbb_wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Re: New Members
I want to let all of our new members about our members' and Andy Griffith fans' map at http://www.frappr.com/theandygriffithshowfans All members are invited to post their location, a photo and a shoutout message. It's a good way to get to know other members and fans, especially in your area. Check it out at http://www.frappr.com/theandygriffithshowfans. We have 215 members on the map as of today! They have changed our photos so now they move and you can sit back and watch all the pictures - kind of fun! Flora in Nashville http://www.christianactivities.com/mayberry/ ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://mail.wbmutbb.com/mailman/listinfo/wbmutbb_wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Another tribute to Don Knotts
Here is another take on Don Knotts and his career: http://tvgameshows.net/coverstory2-26-06.htm Janet ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://mail.wbmutbb.com/mailman/listinfo/wbmutbb_wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Omission of names at Oscars
Well, I'll buy the time constraint theory for leaving out Don Knotts in the memoriam segment. After all, where would Hollywood find any talented people at the last minute to pull off such a spectacular project? Wait, we're talking Hollywood film makers, so I ain't buying that either. As for the 2005 theory; when did Shelly Winters and Chris Penn die? 2006. And just who is Chris Penn? I know there's nothing that can be done since it's over, and maybe they'll have them in next year's show, but that's a long way off. Don deserved better. And that's all I got to say about that. Andge in Bethlehem, GA ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://mail.wbmutbb.com/mailman/listinfo/wbmutbb_wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
New Member Update/Bio's
New Member Update/Bio's The latest WBMUTBB Chapter member list can be found at the at the WBMUTBB Chapter's web site. Goto the web site and click on the Members Only link. There you will see another link you can click on. That will take you to a page for entering your PASSWORD for the Member List page. Enter your PASSWORD: harvey Or you can go directly there by going to: http://members.aol.com/anewsome/private/harvey.htm The member list is still located on AOL so that isn't a type-o. Below are the biograph's on most of our newest members. Be sure to say hey back to them and tell 'em a little about yourselves so they'll feel right at home here in Mayberry. ---Next WBMUTBB Message Follows My name is James Carroll and I am from Clinton, SC My Email address is: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Carroll, James - [EMAIL PROTECTED] Clinton, SC COMMENTS: I have been watching Andy Griffith since first grade (1961) and Ihave been hooked ever since.There is no better TV show that best exemplifies small townlife than The Andy Griffith show. +===+ My name is Billy Justis and I am from New Church, VA My Email address is: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Justis, Billy - [EMAIL PROTECTED] New Church, VA COMMENTS: i am 25 and live in an area thats not a far cry from mayberry. i grew up watching the show and now that the seasons are on DVD (finally all 5 with Don Knotts) i watch them everyday for hours.. +===+ My name is Lenora Likins and I am from Newbury, OH My Email address is: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Likins, Lenora - [EMAIL PROTECTED] Newbury, OH COMMENTS: member of 'I Was Born to Sing chapter of TAGSRWC +===+ My name is Fred Martindale and I am from Angleton, TX My Email address is: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Martindale, Fred - [EMAIL PROTECTED] Angleton, TX COMMENTS: TAGS fan for over 40 years. Well known in these parts as to go-to guy for TAGS trivia. +===+ My name is Glen Falgou and I am from Donaldsonville, LA My Email address is: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Falgou, Glen - [EMAIL PROTECTED] Donaldsonville, LA COMMENTS: QUESTION: Why did Barney have to carry his bullet in his pocket? Was it because he once shot himself in the foot? +===+ My name is Gary Matty and I am from Hurricane, WV My Email address is: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Matty, Gary - [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hurricane, WV COMMENTS: 23 year old Electronics and Computer Engineer Major. I am a PADI Dive Master. Been an avid TAGS watcher for about 15 years. +===+ My name is Yvonne Crawford and I am from Manasssas, VA My Email address is: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Crawford, Yvonne - [EMAIL PROTECTED] Manasssas, VA COMMENTS: My husband and I are big Mayberry fans. we love Barney so much, My husband is a lot like Barney, and I'm Themla Lou +===+ My name is Joe Jones and I am from Henderson, TX My Email address is: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Jones, Joe - [EMAIL PROTECTED] Henderson, TX COMMENTS: I grew up with The Andy Griffith show, and now, watch an episode evry day after work. +===+ My name is Deborah Cole and I am from Jacksonville, AL My Email address is: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cole, Deborah - [EMAIL PROTECTED] Jacksonville, AL COMMENTS: Married to a longtime AGS fan. His favorite is Barney, mine is Floyd. If I want to watch anything but TAGS I am usually out of luck. +===+ My name is Joe Tewkesbury and I am from Marietta, OH My Email address is: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Tewkesbury, Joe - [EMAIL PROTECTED] Marietta, OH COMMENTS: Sad to learn of the passing of Don Knotts. We will miss him very much. +===+ ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://mail.wbmutbb.com/mailman/listinfo/wbmutbb_wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
