[Dixielandjazz] Vale Harry Callaghan

[Bill Haesler]

Jerry Gordon wrote [in part]:
> I always thought "Tides" was short for 'tidings,' as in "glad tidings."

Dear Jerry,
So did I, so never felt a need to query Harry about it.
But, from my off list 'conversations' with him, it would surprise me if that is what he orignally meant, but used the soap manufacturer story for those who had to ask about 'Tides'.
Good tidings, 
Bill.