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In 1960, Bostonʹs Bill Russell pulls down an NBA Finals record 40 rebounds, as the Celtics lose to Saint Louis 113-103 to even the series at 1-1. Bob Petit has 35 points and 22 rebounds for the Hawks.
In 1961, “Wanted-Dead Or Alive”, TV Western Drama; last aired on CBS.
In 1961, The 23rd Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was ratified. The amendment gave District of Columbia residents the right to vote in presidential elections.
In 1962, Gene Chandler reveives a gold record for the biggest hit of his career, “Duke of Earl.”
In 1962, Jack Paar hosted NBCʹs “Tonight” show for the final time, paving the way for Johnny Carsonʹs arrival the following October. He left behind a salary of $250,000 and an estimated audience of eight million people. Fill-in hosts were used, including one who would ultimately win the coveted position of host of “The Tonight Show”. He was Johnny Carson.
In 1962, On As the World Turns, Betty Stewart begged her husband, David, not to admit Danny was adopted, after hearing the claims by Ellen Lowell that she was the child's mother.
In 1962, On Search for Tomorrow, Marge Bergman (Melba Rae) reeled from Monica's (Barbara Baxley) decision to not give Jimmy up for adoption. She later went to friends Joanne (Mary Stuart) and Arthur Tate (Terry O'Sullivan) for solace.
In 1962, Elgin Baylor (45) and Jerry West (41) of the Los Angeles Lakers become the first teammates to both score 40 or more points in an NBA Playoff game. It isnʹt enough as the Lakers lose to Detroit, 118-117, in Game 4 of the Western Division finals.
In 1963, In The Flintstones episode titled “SWEDISH VISITORS”, While the Flintstones endure a rocky family camping trip, Wilma rents out the house to earn back the vacation money she has already secretly spent on herself.
In 1963, NBC aired the final episode of Young Doctor Malone. The show was originally created by the legendary Irna Phillips as a radio soap opera in 1939. The TV version of Young Doctor Malone premiered on December 29, 1958, set in fictional Denison, Maryland. The story revolved around father and son doctors, Dr. Jerry Malone (William Prince) and Dr. David Malone (John Connell) at Valley Hospital. Jerry's wife, Tracey, was played first by Virginia Dwyer, then for most of the show's run by Augusta Dabney. Prince and Dabney became real-life husband and wife in 1964. Betty Corday was the producer.
In 1963, “The Merv Griffin Show”, TV Talk Show; last aired on NBC, syndicated 1965-69 in daytime, be picked up as a “Tonight Show” challenger on CBS in 1969, and then return to syndication and daytime again in 1972.
In 1963, “Yours For A Song”, TV Game Show; last aired on ABC.
In 1964, The Beatles held down all five top spots on Billboardʹs Hot 100.
In 1965, “Iʹll Bet”, TV Game Show; debut on NBC. Would this be a long-running game show. Yeah, Iʹll bet!
In 1966, Muhammad Ali beat George Chuvalo with a 15-round decision at Maple Leaf Gardens in Toronto to retain his heavyweight title.
In 1966, TVʹS WHERE THE ACTION IS Appearing: VENTURES (“SECRET AGENT MAN”)
In 1967, The first nationwide strike in the 30-year history of the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (AFTRA) began this day, lasting for 13 days. Most familiar faces were absent from the TV screen during the strike, including that of Walter Cronkite of CBS News. A chap named Arnold Zenker, formerly a radio announcer in Wilmington, Delaware, got the call to fill in for Cronkite during that period. Itʹs “The CBS Evening News” with…Arnold Zenker?!? Thatʹs right. After the strike was settled, he was never heard from again on network television.
In 1967, TVʹS BATMAN Guest villain: ELI WALLACH as (the third) MR. FREEZE, in the final first-run caper of the showʹs second season.
In 1969, R.C., “One Eye Open” by Maskman and The Agents peaked at #95 on the pop singles chart.
In 1969, R.C., “Time Of The Season” by Zombies peaked at number three on the pop singles chart.
In 1968, "Madigan" was released by Universal Pictures; Don Siegel (director); Richard Widmark, Henry Fonda, Inger Stevens; Crime Drama; Thriller
In 1969, “God Knows I Love You” by Nancy Sinatra peaked at number 97 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Hallways Of My Mind” by The Dells peaked at number 92 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Mendocino” by Sir Douglas Quintet peaked at number 27 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “My Whole World Ended (The Moment You Left Me)” by David Ruffin peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “No, Not Much” by The Vogues peaked at number 34 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Runaway Child, Running Wild” by The Temptations peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Shotgun” by Vanilla Fudge peaked at number 68 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Something's On Her Mind” by The Four Seasons peaked at number 98 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “The Wedding Cake” by Connie Francis peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Time Of The Season” by The Zombies peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Traces” by Classics IV peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “You Gave Me A Mountain” by Frankie Laine peaked at number 24 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Cruel War” by Sugar N' Spice peaked at number 31 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Didn't You Know (You'd Have To Cry Sometime)” by Gladys Knight and The Pips peaked at number 67 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Don't Forget About Me” by Dusty Springfield peaked at number 51 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Long Green” by The Fireballs peaked at number 42 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Lovin' Things” by The Grass Roots peaked at number 24 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Soul Experience” by Iron Butterfly peaked at number 50 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Sweet Cream Ladies, Forward March” by The Box Tops peaked at number 16 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Tear Drop City” by The Monkees peaked at number 27 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “These Are Not My People” by Johnny Rivers peaked at number 37 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Time Of The Season” by The Zombies peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “When He Touches Me (Nothing Else Matters)” by Peaches and Herb peaked at number 49 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Get Ready” by The Temptations peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Good Times (Better Times)” by Cliff Richard peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “I Heard It Through The Grapevine” by Marvin Gaye peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “It's Only Love” by Tony Blackburn peaked at number 41 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Kum-Ba-Ya” by The Sandpipers peaked at number 38 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Mockingbird” by Inez and Charlie Foxx peaked at number 33 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Surround Yourself With Sorrow” by Cilla Black peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Teardrop City” by The Monkees peaked at number 45 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “With Pen In Hand” by Vikki Carr peaked at number 39 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “This Girl's In Love With You” by Dionne Warwick peaked at number 17 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Baby Won't You Leave Me Alone” by The Web With John L. Watson peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1969, “First Of May” by The Bee Gees peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Love Is Love” by Barry Ryan peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1969, “One Road” by Love Affair peaked at number 16 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1969, “She's Not There” by Neil MacArthur peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
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