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The 60's Datebook for January 19

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In 1961, The first episode for “The Dick Van Dyke Show” is filmed.

In 1962, The twist inspired the movie! The film “Hey Letʹs Twist” starring Joey Dee and The Starliters opened at theaters around the country. The top two records in the country this week in 1962 were twist records. “The Twist” by Chubby Checker was number one and “Peppermint Twist” by Joey Dee and The Starlighters was number two.

In 1963, On the cover of TV Guide: “cast of Car 54 Where Are You? Joe E. Ross and Fred Gwynne.” Other Articles: Tony Dow, Itʹs A Manʹs World.

In 1963, R.C., “See See Rider” by LaVerne Baker peaked at #34 on the pop singles chart.

In 1963, Black gold, Texas tea and Flatt and Scruggs: “The Ballad Of Jed Clampett” goes to number one on the Billboard country singles chart

In 1966, Actor Burgess Meredith made his first appearance as The Penguin on “Batman”.

In 1967, On Dark Shadows, the ghost of Josette duPres materialized in David Collins' room and magically completed David's painting so that it now depicted him and his mother surrounded by a wall of flames. Later, Roger Collins (Louis Edmonds) threw the painting into the fire. As it began to burn, screaming erupted from the canvas.

In 1967, R.C., “Iʹm A Believer” by The Monkees peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart.

In 1967, On TVʹS “BATMAN”, LESLEY GORE plays CATWOMANʹs assistant 'PUSSYCAT' on a two-part episode of “BATMAN,” which gives her a chance to she sing her latest, “CALIFORNIA NIGHTS.” Pussycat hypnotizes Robin, and turns him to Catwomanʹs side before heʹs rescued. {This caper was titled “THAT DARN CATWOMAN”, spoofing a then-popular movie}

In 1967, “16” MAGAZINE FOR FEBRAURY '67 Featured: BEATLES, MONKEES, MARK LINDSAY, BYRDS, LOVIN SPOONFUL (“Spoons”), HERMANʹS HERMITS

In 1967, Singer Lesley Gore appeared on the “Batman” TV series as a villain named Pussycat.

In 1964, "Strait-Jacket" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 1967, "Hotel" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

U.S. 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1963, “Hotel Happiness” by Brook Benton peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “I Saw Linda Yesterday” by Dickey Lee peaked at number 14 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Let's Kiss and Make Up” by Bobby Vinton peaked at number 38 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Little Tin Soldier” by Toy Dolls peaked at number 84 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Oo-La-La-Limbo” by Danny and The Juniors peaked at number 99 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “See See Rider” by LaVern Baker peaked at number 34 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Tell Him” by The Exciters peaked at number 4 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “The Love Of A Boy” by Timi Yuro peaked at number 44 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Trouble Is My Middle Name” by Bobby Vinton peaked at number 33 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Two Lovers” by Mary Wells peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1963, 😉 “Zip-A-Dee Doo-Dah” by Bob B. Soxx and The Blue Jeans peaked at number 9 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Connie-O” by The Four Seasons peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1963, “The Night Has A Thousand Eyes” by Bobby Vee peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1963, 😉🤣 “Funny All Over” by The Vernons Girls peaked at number 31 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Don't Hang Up” by The Orlons peaked at number 39 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Go Away Little Girl” by Mark Wynter peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Just For Kicks” by Mike Sarne peaked at number 22 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1963, “Bobby's Girl” by Marcie Blaine peaked at number 5 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Return To Sender” by Elvis Presley and The Jordanaires peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Spanish Lace” by Gene McDaniels peaked at number 12 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Norway 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1963, “The Next Time” by Cliff Richard and The Shadows peaked at number 2 on the Norway pop singles chart.

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