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The 60's Datebook for March 6

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In 1964, Heavyweight boxing champion Cassius Clay took a new name given to him by Nation of Islam leader Elijah Muhammed: Muhammad Ali.

In 1964, COVER OF LIFE Newly crowned heavyweight Boxing Champ CASSIUS CLAY is pictured, from the night he won his title from SONNY LISTON

In 1964, Boxing legend Cassius Clay joins the Nation of Islam and changes his name to “Muhammad Ali”, calling his former title a “slave name”.

In 1965, Gilliganʹs Island episode #23. “How To Be a Hero”. After Gilligan is unable to save Mary Ann from drowning in the lagoon, the Skipper must jump in and rescue both of them. The Castaways then devise schemes to boost Gilliganʹs ego, and help him feel like a hero.

In 1965, R.C., “My Girl” by The Temptations peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.

In 1965, R.C., “The Jolly Green Giant” by The Kingsmen peaked at number four on the pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Beatles For Sale” is replaced by “Rolling Stones II” as number one (United Kingdom Record Retailer chart).

In 1967, Gilliganʹs Island episode #92. “The Second Ginger Grant”. Mary Ann falls backwards while watching Ginger perform on stage, and, when she awakens, she thinks that she is Ginger. Meanwhile, Gilligan accidentally watches as the Professor attempts to hypnotize Mary Ann, and thus he begins to think that he is Mary Ann.

In 1967, Muhammad Ali is ordered by the Selective Service to be inducted.

In 1964, "Kissin' Cousins" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 1965, "Nightmare in the Sun" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 1968, "P.J." was released by Universal Pictures; John Guillermin (director); George Peppard, Raymond Burr, Gayle Hunnicutt; Mystery

In 1968, "Psych-Out" was released by Dick Clark Productions; Richard Rush (director); Susan Strasberg, Jack Nicholson, Dean Stockwell

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

In 1965, 😉🤣 “The Jolly Green Giant” by The Kingsmen peaked at number 4 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “A Change Is Gonna Come” by Sam Cooke peaked at number 31 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Born To Be Together” by The Ronettes peaked at number 52 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Danny Boy” by Jackie Wilson peaked at number 94 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Goldfinger” by Jack LaForge peaked at number 96 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “He Was Really Sayin' Something'” by Velvelettes peaked at number 64 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “I Wanna Be (Your Everything)” by The Manhattans peaked at number 68 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “It's Gotta Last Forever” by Billy J. Kramer and The Dakotas peaked at number 67 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “My Girl” by The Temptations peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “New York's A Lonely Town” by The Trade Winds peaked at number 32 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “You Can't Hurt Me No More” by Gene Chandler peaked at number 92 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “You're Next” by Jimmy Witherspoon peaked at number 98 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1965, “Born To Be Together” by The Ronettes peaked at number 29 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Can't You Hear My Heartbeat” by Herman's Hermits peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Don't Say Goodnight (It's Time For Love)” by The Townsmen peaked at number 23 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1965, “El Pussy Cat” by Mongo Santamaria peaked at number 11 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1965, “For Lovin' Me” by Peter, Paul and Mary peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1965, “I've Got A Tiger By The Tail” by Buck Owens peaked at number 12 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Midnight Special” by Johnny Rivers peaked at number 36 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1965, “New York's A Lonely Town” by The Trade Winds peaked at number 16 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Say It Again” by Terry Black peaked at number 24 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1965, “The Boy From New York City” by Ad Libs peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Try To Remember” by Ed Ames peaked at number 39 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Walk Tall” by Val Doonican peaked at number 40 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Yeh, Yeh” by Georgie Fame and The Blue Flames peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1965, “You'll Be Gone” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 35 on the Canada pop singles chart.

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

In 1965, “Can't You Hear My Heartbeat” by Goldie and The Gingerbreads peaked at number 25 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Funny How Love Can Be” by The Ivy League peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “I Must Be Seeing Things” by Gene Pitney peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Next Time I See Mary Anne” by The Shadows peaked at number 17 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Paper Tiger” by Sue Thompson peaked at number 30 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Stop Feeling Sorry For Yourself” by Adam Faith peaked at number 23 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Tell Her No” by The Zombies peaked at number 42 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1965, “I'll Be There” by Gerry and The Pacemakers peaked at number 9 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Paper Tiger” by Sue Thompson peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1965, “You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin'” by Cilla Black peaked at number 15 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1965, “Let Kiss (Jenka)” by Gudrun Jankis Orchestra peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Norway 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1965, “Rosa Rio” by Jim Reeves peaked at number 3 on the Norway pop singles chart.

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