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The 60's Datebook for March 3

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In 1960, Actress-comedian Lucille Ball filed for divorce from her husband, Desi Arnaz, a day after theyʹd finished filming the last episode of “The Luci-Desi Comedy Hour” (“Lucy Meets the Mustache”) on Arnazʹs 43rd birthday. The case would be settled on May 4th.

In 1962, R.C., “Lizzie Borden” by The Chad Mitchell Trio peaked at #44 on the pop singles chart.

In 1962, R.C., “Twistin' Postman” by Marvelettes peaked at #34 on the pop singles chart.

In 1965, The Rolling Stones appear on “Shindig!” and perform “Suzie Q.” Also on the show are Freddie and the Dreamers, Little Eva and Jay and the Americans.

In 1966, Gilliganʹs Island episode #60. “Feed the Kitty”. A cage containing a lion washes ashore in the lagoon. After Gilligan removes a thorn from his paw, the two become pals. When the Castaways run out of food, however, Gilligan thinks the lion has consumed the Skipper.

In 1966, In Los Angeles, singer-guitarist Neil Young, Stephen Stills and Richie Furay form Buffalo Springfield. About a year later the groupʹs self-titled album is released and it would yield the biggest hit “For What itʹs Worth.”

In 1966, Actor WILLIAM FRAWLEY, best known as the gruff FRED MERTZ of “I LOVE LUCY” dies of a heart attack in Hollywood, a week after his 79th birthday.

In 1967, The Jeff Beck Group, with Beck on guitar, Rod Stewart singing, Ron Wood on bass and Aynsley Dunbar on drums, made its debut in London.

In 1968, TVʹS SMOTHERS BROTHERS SHOW Highlights: JOHN HARTFORD and GLEN CAMPBELL (“GENTLE ON MY MIND”), MASON WILLIAMS (“CLASSICAL GAS”)

In 1968, Montrealʹs Jean Beliveau becomes the second NHL player to score 1,000 career points with a goal in a 5-2 loss to the Detroit Red Wings.

In 1960, "Home from the Hill" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

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

In 1962, 😉🤣 “Lizzie Borden” by Chad Mitchell Trio peaked at number 44 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “B'Wa Nina (Pretty Girl)” by The Tokens peaked at number 55 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Bandit Of My Dreams” by Eddie Hodges peaked at number 65 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Bermuda” by Linda Scott peaked at number 70 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Blue Water Line” by The Brothers Four peaked at number 68 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Break It To Me Gently” by Brenda Lee peaked at number 4 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Chattanooga Choo-Choo” by Floyd Cramer peaked at number 36 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Chip Chip” by Gene McDaniels peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Cryin' In The Rain” by The Everly Brothers peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Ecstasy” by Ben E. King peaked at number 56 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “I Surrender Dear” by Aretha Franklin peaked at number 87 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “I'll See You In My Dreams” by Pat Boone peaked at number 32 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “I'm Blue (The Gong-Gong Song)” by The Ikettes peaked at number 19 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Joey Baby” by Anita (Kerr) and The So and So's peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Let Me Call You Sweetheart” by Timi Yuro peaked at number 66 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Lose Her” by Bobby Rydell peaked at number 69 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “My Melancholy Baby” by The Marcels peaked at number 58 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Our Anniversary” by Shep and The Limelights peaked at number 59 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Quarter To Four Stomp” by Stompers (60's) peaked at number 100 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Tears and Laughter” by Dinah Washington peaked at number 71 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “To A Sleeping Beauty” by Jimmy Dean peaked at number 26 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Twistin' Postman” by The Marvelettes peaked at number 34 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1962, “Hey! Baby” by Bruce Channel peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

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

In 1962, “Cryin' In The Rain” by The Everly Brothers peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Pianissimo” by Ken Dodd peaked at number 21 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “The Peppermint Twist” by Joey Dee and The Starliters peaked at number 33 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1962, “Mexico” by Bob Moore and His Orchestra or Willy Schobben and His Orchestra peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Take Five” by The Dave Brubeck Quartet peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Tanze mit mir in den Morgen” by Gerhard Wendland peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

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