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The 60's Datebook for February 24

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In 1962, R.C., “Popeye Joe” by Ernie K-Doe peaked at #99 on the pop singles chart.

In 1962, R.C., “Thatʹs My Pa” by Sheb Wooley peaked at #51 on the pop singles chart.

In 1962, R.C., “The Wanderer” by Dion peaked at number two on the pop singles chart.

In 1963, The first metal tennis racquet was invented, revolutionizing play. The invention sure made a racket out of the sport.

In 1964, Cassius Clay defeated Sonny Liston for the heavyweight boxing title.

In 1966, Gilliganʹs Island episode #59. “Ship Ahoax”. The Castaways begin to suffer from 'island madnessʹ due to the isolation. The Professor attempts to come up with a plan to lift everyoneʹs spirits.

In 1967, Wilt Chamberlain of Philadelphia shot 18-for-18 from the field against the Baltimore Bullets, an NBA record for field goals in a game without a miss.

In 1968, On the cover of TV Guide: “Joey Bishop”. Other Articles: Robert Vaughn, It Takes A Thief

In 1968, Pete Seeger was allowed to sing all six verses of his song, “Waist Deep in the Big Muddy” on the Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour. It was previously censored because it was critical of President Johnsonʹs Vietnam policy. A month later, Johnson decided not to run for office again. Seeger claimed his song influenced that decision.

In 1969, Johnny Cash recorded his second live album behind prison walls at San Quentin State Prison. The resulting album At San Quentin, contained his hit "A Boy Named Sue." During the concert, the song "San Quentin", about an inmate's loathing for the prison, received such an enthusiastic response that Cash immediately played an encore. The concert was also taped for television broadcast.

In 1969, On Dark Shadows, Barnabas found Maggie sewing in the drawing room, wearing the blue 19th century dress. When he called her by name she asked who he was and why he called her by that name.

In 1969, The Jimi Hendrix Experience performed its last British concert at Londonʹs Royal Albert Hall before breaking up.

In 1960, "The Bramble Bush" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 1964, "Crack in the World" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 1965, "Love Has Many Faces" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

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

In 1962, 😉🤣 “Popeye Joe” by Ernie K-Doe peaked at number 99 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, 😉🤣 “That's My Pa” by Ben Colder (Sheb Wooley) peaked at number 51 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “A Man Needs A Woman” by James Carr peaked at number 63 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “A Million To One” by Five Stairsteps peaked at number 68 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Dear Lady Twist” by Gary U.S. Bonds peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Hey Little One” by Glen Campbell peaked at number 54 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “I Can't Say Goodbye” by Bobby Vee peaked at number 92 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “I Wonder What She's Doing Tonight” by Tommy Boyce and Bobby Hart peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “It's Magic” by The Platters peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Looking For A Fox” by Clarence Carter peaked at number 62 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Lost Someone” by James Brown and The Famous Flames peaked at number 48 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Love Is Blue” by Al Martino peaked at number 57 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Midnight” by Johnny Gibson peaked at number 76 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Music! Music! Music!” by The Happenings peaked at number 96 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Norman” by Sue Thompson peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Shimmy, Shimmy Walk” by Megatons peaked at number 88 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Springfield Plane” by Kenny O'Dell peaked at number 94 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Surfer's Stomp” by The Marketts peaked at number 31 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “The Birth Of The Beat” by Sandy Nelson peaked at number 75 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “The Cajun Queen” by Jimmy Dean peaked at number 22 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “The Wanderer” by Dion peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Theme From 'Valley Of The Dolls'” by Dionne Warwick peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “This Is The Thanks I Get” by Barbara Lynn peaked at number 65 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “To Each His Own” by Frankie Laine peaked at number 82 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “We're A Winner” by The Impressions peaked at number 14 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “What's So Good About Goodbye” by The Miracles peaked at number 35 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1968, 🎃 “Spooky” by Classics IV peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “1941” by Tom Northcott peaked at number 68 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Break It To Me Gently” by Brenda Lee peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Her Royal Majesty” by James Darren peaked at number 9 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Houdini” by The Dream Machine peaked at number 59 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Malayisha” by Miriam Makeba peaked at number 55 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Oh, How It Hurts” by Barbara Mason peaked at number 56 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Skip A Rope” by Henson Cargill peaked at number 17 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Some Velvet Morning” by Nancy Sinatra and Lee Hazlewood peaked at number 36 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Stop” by Howard Tate peaked at number 81 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Strawberry Shortcake” by Jay and The Techniques peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Tomorrow” by Strawberry Alarm Clock peaked at number 20 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Toyland” by The Alan Bown peaked at number 91 on the Canada pop singles chart.

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

In 1968, 😉 “Green Tambourine” by Sundragon peaked at number 50 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “A Little Bitty Tear” by Burl Ives peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Babette” by Tommy Bruce peaked at number 50 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Bend Me, Shape Me” by The American Breed peaked at number 24 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “From Here, To There, To You” by Hank Locklin peaked at number 44 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Jeannie” by Danny Williams peaked at number 14 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Pictures Of Matchstick Men” by Status Quo peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Ring A Ding Girl” by Ronnie Carroll peaked at number 46 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Rock-A-Hula Baby / Can't Help Falling In Love” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “She Wears My Ring” by Solomon King peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Somebody To Love” by Brad Newman peaked at number 47 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Today” by Sandie Shaw peaked at number 27 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1962, 😉 “Let's Twist Again” by Chubby Checker peaked at number 7 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1968, 😉🤣 “Let It Out (Let It All Hang Out)” by The Hombres peaked at number 16 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1962, “A Little Bitty Tear” by Burl Ives peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Hey! Little Girl” by Del Shannon peaked at number 12 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Monterey” by Eric Burdon and The Animals peaked at number 9 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Norman” by Sue Thompson peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Summer Rain” by Johnny Rivers peaked at number 14 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Tin Soldier” by Small Faces peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1968, “Mien waar is mijn feestneus” by Toon Hermans peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Walk Away Renée” by The Four Tops peaked at number 12 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Norway 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1968, 😉 “Judy In Disguise (With Glasses)” by John Fred and His Playboy Band peaked at number 3 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1968, “Days Of Pearly Spencer” by David McWilliams peaked at number 4 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1968, “John Brown's Body” by The Lords peaked at number 10 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1968, “She's A Rainbow” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 3 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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