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The 60's Datebook for February 2

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In 1960, Loretta Lynn signed her first contract on with Zero Records which saw her recoding tracks tat United Western Recorders in Hollywood, California.

In 1960, Michale Eufemia sinks 625 balls in pool match without a miss.

In 1963, COVER OF SATURDAY EVENING POST Cast of TVʹs “BEVERLY HILLBILLIES”

In 1964, GI Joe, debuts as a popular American boyʹs toy line. Created by Hasbro, the original G.I. Joe toy line was a series of 12-inch realistic action figures that celebrated the armed forces.

In 1965, TVʹS RED SKELTON SHOW Guest star: French Mime MARCEL MARCEAU

In 1966, TVʹS BATMAN Guest villain: GEORGE SANDERS as MR. FREEZE

In 1967, This day marked the birth of the American Basketball Association (ABA). The league, which featured a red, white and blue ball, was an offshoot of the popular NBA and had some of the most popular players in the sport, such as Julius “Doctor” Erving, George “Iceman” Gervin, Artis Gilmore, Billy Cunningham, Billy Melchionni and many others.

In 1967, Walt Disneyʹs movie “Monkeys, Go Home!” opened in movie theaters.

In 1968, On The Doctors, Carolee (Carolee Campbell) and other staff at Hope Memorial watched the televised spectacle of police trying to rescue Liz Wilson (Pamela Toll) from a hotel ledge. A reporter (Bernard Barrow) was also on the scene.

In 1969, Actor Boris Karloff died in Midhurst, England, at age 81.

In 1966, "The Rare Breed" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

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

In 1963, “From The Bottom Of My Heart (Dammi, Dammi, Dammi)” by Dean Martin peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “It's Up To You” by Ricky Nelson peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Java” by Floyd Cramer peaked at number 49 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Let Me Go The Right Way” by The Supremes peaked at number 90 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “M.G. Blues” by Jimmy McGriff peaked at number 95 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “My Coloring Book” by Kitty Kallen peaked at number 18 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “My Coloring Book” by Sandy Stewart peaked at number 20 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Shake Me I Rattle (Squeeze Me I Cry)” by Marion Worth peaked at number 42 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “The Cinnamon Cinder (It's A Very Nice Dance)” by The Pastel Six peaked at number 25 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “The Night Has A Thousand Eyes” by Bobby Vee peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Willie Can” by Sue Thompson peaked at number 78 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Would It Make Any Difference To You” by Etta James peaked at number 64 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1963, “Destination Love” by Bobby Curtola peaked at number 7 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1963, “It's Up To You” by Ricky Nelson peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Up On The Roof” by The Drifters peaked at number 8 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Walk Right In” by The Rooftop Singers peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

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

In 1963, “Big Girls Don't Cry” by The Four Seasons peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Diamonds” by Jet Harris and Tony Meehan peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Don't You Think It's Time” by Mike Berry and The Outlaws peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Loo-Be-Loo” by The Chucks peaked at number 22 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Some Kinda Fun” by Chris Montez peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1963, “Shutters and Boards” by Jerry Wallace peaked at number 18 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1963, “Land Of Hope and Glory” by Vera Lynn peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1963, “The Loco-Motion” by Little Eva peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Un Mexicain” by Les Compagnons de la Chanson peaked at number 6 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Norway 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1963, “Bachelor Boy” by Cliff Richard and The Shadows peaked at number 8 on the Norway pop singles chart.

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