Re: James Best
That episode aired around 1991 if I remember right. Jim played a retired sheriff of all things. Message: 2 Date: Sun, 23 Dec 2018 12:28:02 -0500 From: panderson...@verizon.net To: wbmutbb@wbmutbb.com Subject: Alumni sighting Message-ID: Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii I just saw Ottis as Santa on the Brady bunch. I also saw James (the guitar player) on In the heat of the night. I do not know when that show first aired but he was grey haired grey mustache and a few pounds heavier in John 3:16 Thelma Anderson ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.wbmutbb.com/
James Best
Ken Thanks for sharing John 3:16 Thelma Anderson ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.wbmutbb.com/
James Best the Artist
Thank you Brian and Margaret for your kind words about my James Best article. Yes, he was an accomplished painter. I bought one of his prints from him that is Pilot Mt. and the squad car. He painted the Pilot Mountain part and another artist did the squad car. I have it hanging in our family room. -- Ken Anderson The Mayberry Guru 2906 May Street Eau Claire, Wisconsin 54701 www.themayberryguru.com www.mayberryreflections.com ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.wbmutbb.com/
James Best Article
I really enjoyed reading Ken Anderson's article on James Best visiting The Taylor Inn B I had no idea that Jim Lindsey (James Best) also played Sheriff Roscoe P. Coltrane on The Dukes of Hazard. What a kind gesture to throw James a surprise birthday party! That tells me just how warm hearted people are in Ken's part of the world. Brian Kaufman Proud TAGS Fan Since 1974 ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.wbmutbb.com/
James Best Story
I wrote a special piece for the November edition of "The Review". It is about the time we spent with actor James Best at the Taylor Home Inn. The online edition is now available if you would care to read it. https://docs.wixstatic.com/ugd/179900_184df0e2cac648f39c3313d41ac39e7a.pdf?fbclid=IwAR1Y8vO5OLvN6E5F0kBQA-1z7JWeQbNfYkt768VkUMd_v46BpJHjwUxk25w -- Ken Anderson The Mayberry Guru 2906 May Street Eau Claire, Wisconsin 54701 www.themayberryguru.com www.mayberryreflections.com ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.wbmutbb.com/
James Best
I saw him on two episodes of Alfred Hitchcock. On one he portrayed a man in prison and an episode where he was playing a guitar and singing. His singing and guitar playing were both dubbed. Unfortunately, he died in both episodes. ___ 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/
James Best
The one fact that I learned from reading James Best's obituary that I previously did not know was that he was first cousins to the Everly Brothers. Orville Hendricks - Mount Pilot Butter and Egg Man ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
James Best
I was amazed at how many movies Mr. Best made and with celebs like Jimmy Stewart, Paul Newman and Burt Reynolds. He acted with so many wonderful actors and actresses during his career. My wife and I were so fortunate to have met him at Mayberry Days a few years ago and to have gotten his autograph. A few years ago we stayed at the Taylor Home Inn in Wisconsin shortly after Mr. Best and his wife had stayed there. We stayed in the same room the Bests had been in. I have kidded my wife that she and James Best slept in the same bed! As Andy sang: We shall meet, but we shall miss him . RIP James. --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. http://www.avast.com ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
James Best
In reading James' book, I realized that he wasn't just a prolific TV actor, he was a real, live movie star in his own right. dan --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. http://www.avast.com ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
James Best
Mayberry has lost another citizen. I just read of James Best passing. Our prayers are withe the family. He will truly be missed!! ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
James Best
Rest In Peace. FunGirl-Skippy Sandy St.Onge ___ 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/
James best
He was so faithful coming to Mayberry Days every year. I am so glad I bought his book last year, and one of his prints (Dukes At Christmas) RIP --- This email is free from viruses and malware because avast! Antivirus protection is active. http://www.avast.com ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
James Best
Sad to see our Mayberry heroes passing away How many are left? Let's see: Opie, Johnny Paul, Gomer, Thelma Lou, Charlene and at least some of the Darling Boys, Ellie Walker Who are the others? Sent from my T-Mobile 4G LTE Device ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
James Best
Our local affiliate ran the first Jim Lindsey episode today. Nice tribute to a fine character actor. I'll always remember him in the Jimmy Stewart movie Shenandoah. You smell country boys!! Harry in Salem, VA ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
James Best
In the middle of the night, I happened upon an old movie on TCM with James Best starring with Janet Leigh; who knew?! Aunt Bee of Orlando ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
James Best
On the subject of James Best, if you haven't read his book, Best in Hollywood you should try to get it. It's one of the best I've read on old Hollywood and is real interesting. I'm sure you can find it on line and he sells it on his website too. http://www.jamesbest.com/ ___ 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/
WWII James Best movie!
Earlier in the week I saw a heavy-duty James Best film on TCM. Verboten! (1959) stars Best as a U.S. soldier in the closing days of WWII in Germany. After the war, he remains stationed in occupied Germany and becomes involved with a woman, which goes against the policy regarding fraternization with the defeated population. The opening scenes are action packed with Best and his troops, trying to root out a sniper as they go through the streets of the blasted out town. Its also quite obvious that the town is actually the set of Mayberry. The courthouse building stands out in particular, especially in the opening scenes. A nazi swastika flag is hanging from a pole standard of this building. Later, an American flag is dispayed after Germany is defeated and the U.S. is using the building as an official command headquarters. A true must see film for any and all James Best fans!! ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Cobbie Wobbles and James Best
Ken, I'm sorry about your cobbywobbles. They got something over at the drugstore that'll keep 'em off of ya. One fell on me last week. I saw a movie yesterday on TCM that had none other than our own James Best/Jim Lindsey. He played a patient in a mental hospital. He was in the movie here and there throughout, but he had one scene where the camera was only on him and he was the only one talking for close to ten minutes. It was done all in one take and let me tell you the actor of the man came out. We are used to seeing him in comedy roles, but I don't think there is one dramatic actor in the world who could have done that part any better. For you Jim Lindsey fans it's called Shock Corridor. It's a little weird at times but if it comes on again, you can record it and fast forward through the scenes that he is not in. Cheryl Marietta, GA Auctioneer of spavine horses Sent from Cheryl's iPhone ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
More About James Best Sighting
I meant to mention in my post regarding the movie Shock Corridor. The makeup was done by Dan Greenway. Did Lee have a brother? Cheryl Marietta, GA Sent from Cheryl's iPhone ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Ken and James Best
Hello all including Ken: The joy of family is sharing the ups and downs together. The pulling together when times are tough. It is also keeping the memories of our loved ones alive. And on this blog whether you speak up a lot or once in awhile you are family. And what you think matters. We are the keepers of the flame. Btw, I saw James Best in Cimarron Kid. He was also very good. So. Have a Mayberry day. Sande Riggs President At The Crossroads Chapter ___ 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/
James Best
I had the pleasure of watching our James Best on the Hallmark channel last night in a new movie,”The Sweeter Side of Life”. It was a feel good movie and great to see Mr. Best still going strong at 86! ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
James Best and Ken Anderson Connection
Do you realize I can honestly say that James Best and I slept in the very same bed. Of course I need to add a disclaimer so everyone knows it was not at the same time. Not like poor Andy and Uncle Ollie. I think Marsha at the Taylor Home Inn should put up a sign over the bed that says, James Best Slept Here. But then I would demand equal time. But knowing Marsha the way I do, she would probably put up a sign over the toilet and say Ken Anderson Sat Here. By the way, we will be spending another night at the Taylor Home Inn on January 21 Our good Mayberry friends Scott and Jennifer Schilbe and their delightful sons Benjamin and Timothy will be there too. I do expect a great time will be had by all. Kenneth G. Anderson 2906 May Street Eau Claire, WI 54701 715-839-8470 www.mayberryreflections.com kanderson8...@charter.net ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Mayberry Days Update - new James Best Show added
Just announced - James Best will be hosting an afternoon show at the Downtown Cinema Theatre on Thursday, September 23rd at 2:30 p.m. during Mayberry Days. He will talk about his 60 years in show business with stories and clips from some of the hundreds of movies and television shows he had done through his storied career. Whether a fan of cowboy movies, Jim Lindsey, Rosco P. Coletrane, or James Best himself, this will certainly be an entertaining show. Tickets are available online at the link below or you can call the Surry Arts Council at 336.786.7998 or stop by in person at SAC offices in the lower level of the Andy Griffith Playhouse. General Admission seating with doors opening around 2:00 p.m. http://surryart.ipower.com/catalog/displaytickets.php?ticketcategory=mayberry2010 It's BIG (and getting bigger!) Jeff http://www.mayberrydays.org ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
James Best and George Lindsey on Alfred Hitchcock
When we visited with James Best last week he told us he appeared in some of the old Alfred Hitchcock Hour programs. I found one he was in this weekend and watched it. It was a really treat because our good friend Goober was also in it in a rather dramatic role. The lead role was played by Mr. Haney from Green Acres. If you would be interested in seeing it just go to www.hulu.com and search for Alfred Hitchcock's The Jar. On a side note, today is our 40th anniversary. Sure wish good old Newton Monroe would pass through town so I could do some shopping. Thought about a septic tank, but we are on the city services so can't use that. Ken Anderson 2906 May Street Eau Claire WI 54701 715-839-8470 kanderson8...@charter.net www.mayberryreflections.com ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Gypsy Blood and James Best
There is not one drop of gypsy blood flowing through my veins. That Gustav is pure Swedish. My daddy came from Sweden and his name was Carl Gustav, which just happens to be the name of the current King of Sweden. James Best told us that he does not play the guitar at all so when it came time to film the scenes with him playing the guitar on TAGS he told them he would be able to finger the strings so that no one would be able to tell. And he was right. He said too how funny it was that his electric guitar was never plugged in when he played. He also told us the story of how he got his dog Flash on the Dukes series. He wanted a dog for the show but they would not get one as it would cost $500 a day to have a trainer for him. So Jim went to the animal shelter and adopted Flash. He even made him a little dressing room. He was just full of funny stories about his experiences. Ken Anderson 2906 May Street Eau Claire WI 54701 715-839-8470 kanderson8...@charter.net www.mayberryreflections.com ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Laundry and James Best
When I was little in the late 50's and early 60's several of the laundries in my hometown of had home pickup and delivery service. We didn't use it too often but there was a lady nearby who did our irining since my mother worked outside the home and didn't have time. Marsha and Ken, it must have been quite a thrill to spend the weekend with James and Dorothy Best. I'm sure it was a lot of fun. I was wondering though, did he show up in a fancy sports car with a set of threads? Harry in Salem, VA ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
James Best
Larry In Lincolnton That's really cool that you saw James Best in the Doctors office. When I went to Mayberry Days, I bought his book and was going to take a picture of him signing it but he said it bothered his eyes and he was waiting on his surgery date. Sure hope he is doing well! Debbie In SC ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
James Best
To Bee in New Concord, OH: Wow! A question from the digest! I'll have to act like somebody from now on. James Best's home is located in Hickory, NC in the Bethlehem community. Being an avid fisherman, it's on the shores of Lake Hickory. Lincolnton is a small town kinda' between Charlotte and Hickory, so we have to travel occasionally to visit a medical specialist. To learn more about James Best, visit his website; james best.com or e-mail to; jim...@jamesbest.com. If anyone is fortunate enough to experience a Mayberry sighting, please let the digest know. Larry in Lincolnton What number you gonna' play, Jim? ..Barney Fife ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
James Best
Hey, Mayberry Friends. I may have shared this before but can't remember.(I'm getting old.) A few weeks ago my mother-in-law needed cataract surgery and my wife and I took her to her appointment. While in the waiting room I noticed a white haired fellow across from me that looked familiar. I was trying to place him when a nurse came out and called James Best. He immediately got up and walked back. Whoa! Being that close to a TAGS alumnus and I didn't speak to him. Anyway, he wouldn't have had time for a verse of Rock and Roll Rosie from Raleigh. These Mayberry moments are so great. Larry in Lincolnton Don't call us boy, we'll call you. I ain't got no phone. Jim Lindsey ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
***NEWS From WBMUTBB HQ: James Best Action ending 19 Sep 09***
Folks, A final reminderMr. Best asked me to past this reminder along to you all just to make sure you don't miss out on the auction. -- Hey there! We just wanted to give all the James Best and Mayberry fans a final heads up about the online opportunity to snag the first and only Mayberry themed painting ever completed by James Best. The painting, appropriately titled Mayberry Fishing Hole is on eBay right now. This is the original painting, used to create the popular Mayberry Art Giclee Prints. The bidding ends Saturday September 19th, 2009. The original Dukes of Hazzard paintings turned into art prints have never been sold - this is a unique opportunity to own not only the first Mayberry Painting - but one that has been printed as well. Bid Now on eBay! http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=170382449748 Sincerely, James Best - Sheriff Rosco P. Coltrane www.jamesbest.com -- You can own the Mayberry Art Giclee Prints of the painting above and pay only $7 plus the price ($50) so maybe that's something for everybody. Here's the PRINTs link on eBay. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=170366657661 Remember, too, that Mr. Best will be at Mayberry Days this coming week. Allan Newsome The Andy Griffith Show Rerun Watchers Club - Webmaster http://www.mayberry.com/ ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Re: Is Jim Lindsey (James Best) actually playing the guitar?
In a message dated 3/17/2009 11:05:49 A.M. Central Daylight Time, wbmutbb-requ...@wbmutbb.com writes: Is Jim Lindsey (James Best) actually playing the guitar? Sorry to say, he isn't. Those shots of the hands playing the guitar were edited into the scenes. And Terry Mayew, I would love to visit Madison, NC. The way you describe it, it really is a Mayberry kind of place. Jimmy Dean **A Good Credit Score is 700 or Above. See yours in just 2 easy steps! (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100126575x1219850974x1201371016/aol?redir=http:%2F%2Fwww.freecreditreport.com%2Fpm%2Fdefault.aspx%3Fsc%3D668072%26hmpgID %3D62%26bcd%3DMarchfooterNO62) ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
Is Jim Lindsey (James Best) actually playing the guitar?
Seems he is, as he knows the chords I hope he is. I say he is. Mayberry musicians please tell me otherwise Makes our show that much better if he is. Y'all remember Briscoe plays the jug bass I do so, so get a vinegar jug, it's one of the best. the jug bass is easy to play. Take a shot at him sheriff, you got a legal right ..Briscoe Darling GOT TIME TO BREATHE, GOT TIME FOR MUSIC ..Briscoe Darling _ Windows Live™: Life without walls. http://windowslive.com/explore?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_allup_1a_explore_032009 ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
re:Herb Ellis and James Best playing guitar hotlicks
Your writing about Herb Ellis' playing those wonderful hot licks on the guitar ...that miracle guitar that got at least 3 sounds plus swapping between being electric or acoustic.., reminded me of something. A few years ago, I caught the end of Fred Sanford(Sandford Son) on TV Land while waiting for another show; The whole family was sitting around singing carols and a white man was playing the guitar; he had his back and sometimes his side face to the camera. IT stirred something inside of me and I instantly thought of Jim Linsey (sp?) playing that magical multi-sound-guitar. The man made it sound like warm honey ; I waited for the credits; sure enough, IT was Ellis, so I DID get to see who was the guitar genius behind Jim Linsey's guitar playing; (That HOT electric sound out of that acoustic ALWAYS gets my husband and he always says somethingit is a running family joke!) Kinda like Mr. Darlin's jug that made all kinds of sounds ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
James Best at Dukesfest
James Best will return to Dukesfest in Nashville, TN June 2-3. He will sign autographs both days. This event is full of fun family things. I went last year and if you are a Dukes fan there is no other event better or bigger. Ben Jones who played Cooter puts it on at the State Fairgrounds. Most the stars of that show are there with hundreds of General Lee cars. James who is also a star of many western movies and a great artist of course was TAGS Jim Lynsey. Some of his art is always with him and for sale also. I had always wanted to meet James and I have now seen him 3 times. He was right up there with Don Knotts as the people I wanted to meet and I met Don once also. You can get info on Dukesfest at www.cootersplace.comI would put The Dukes of Hazzard second to the Andy Griffith Show in my opinion of all time best shows. Of course there are many more. Stan Oliver Mechanicsburg, Ohio ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://mail.wbmutbb.com/mailman/listinfo/wbmutbb_wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
James Best
James has his own web site that sells his art. I purchased a piece at a Mayberry in the Midwest event in Indiana.www.jamesbest.com. You can also buy autographed photos. Super fellow! Frank Johnson Centerville,Indiana ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://mail.wbmutbb.com/mailman/listinfo/wbmutbb_wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
JIM LINDSEY (JAMES BEST) ROSCOE P.COLTRAIN IN GA.
JUST CONFIRMED THAT JAMES BEST(JIM LINDSEY-THE GUITAR PLAYER/ROSCOE P. COLTRAIN) WILL BE MAKING AN APPEARANCE AT LANIER NATIONAL SPEEDWAY IN BRASELTON GA. ON SAT. NIGHT JUNE 10TH FOR THEIR DUKES OF HAZARD NIGHT---THERE WILL BE A GENERAL LEE, A HAZARD COUNTY SHERIFF CAR, THE MAYBERRY SQUAD CARTHAT ANDY GRIFFITH REALLY RODE IN, AND BARNEY'S MOTORCYCLE/SIDECAR, TO GIVE JAMES AND HIS LOVELY WIFE DOROTHY A WARM GEORGIA WELCOME---THERE WILL ALSO BE A GREAT NIGHT OF RACING FOR ALL YOU NASCAR FANS--THE SPEEDWAY IS JUST OFF I85 BETWEEN BRASELTON AND GAINESVILLE GA.---THE PHONE # FOR TICKETS AND INFO IS 770-967-8600---OR FAX# 770-967-4411---SHOULD BE A FUN NIGHT--- ___ WBMUTBB mailing list WBMUTBB@wbmutbb.com http://mail.wbmutbb.com/mailman/listinfo/wbmutbb_wbmutbb.com http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
