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The 60's Datebook for April 9

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In 1960, The Boston Celtics beat the Saint Louis Hawks 122-103 in Game 7 of the NBA Finals for their third NBA title in the last four years. Frank Ramsey leads the Celtics with 24 points and Bill Russell scores 22 points and grabs 35 rebounds.

In 1963, As a favor to former Indians infielder Johnny Berardino, who later became known as John Beradino, who played Doctor Steve Hardy on “General Hospital” until his death in 1996, Yogi Berra made a cameo appearance on the soap opera. The Yankee legend, who was known for his paradoxical contradictions, fittingly played the role of Doctor Lawrence Berra, a brain surgeon.

In 1964, Capitol Records won its dispute with VeeJay over the rights to distribute Beatles records in the U.S. in an out of court settlement. Capitol secured the rights to the Fab Fourʹs work.

In 1966, R.C., “Walkin My Cat Named Dog” by Norma Tanega peaked at #22 on the pop singles chart.

In 1969, King Crimson, with Robert Fripp, Greg Lake and Ian McDonald, made its debut at the Speakeasy Club in London.

In 1964, "The Carpetbaggers" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 1965, "The Greatest Story Ever Told" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 1969, "The Wedding Party" was released by Cinevista; Brian De Palma (director); Jennifer Salt, Brett Halsey, Bill Graham; Comedy; Farce

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

In 1966, 😉🤣 “Walkin' My Cat Named Dog” by Norma Tanega peaked at number 22 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “(You're My) Soul and Inspiration” by The Righteous Brothers peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Ain't That A Groove” by James Brown peaked at number 42 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “At My Front Door” by Dee Clark peaked at number 56 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Chattanooga Choo-Choo” by The Ernie Fields Orchestra peaked at number 54 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Daydream” by The Lovin' Spoonful peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Down By The Riverside” by Les Compagnons de la Chanson peaked at number 60 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Footsteps” by Steve Lawrence peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Helpless” by Kim Weston peaked at number 56 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “I'm Living In Two Worlds” by Bonnie Guitar peaked at number 99 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry” by B.J. Thomas peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Little Latin Lupe Lu” by Mitch Ryder and The Detroit Wheels peaked at number 17 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “May My Heart Be Cast Into Stone” by The Toys peaked at number 85 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “No Man Is An Island” by The Van Dykes (U.S. R and B) peaked at number 94 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Philly Dog” by The Mar-Keys peaked at number 89 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Puppy Love” by Paul Anka peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Starbright” by Johnny Mathis peaked at number 25 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Summer Set” by Monty Kelly and His Orchestra peaked at number 30 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Sure Gonna Miss Her” by Gary Lewis and The Playboys peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Teddy” by Connie Francis peaked at number 17 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Teenage Sonata” by Sam Cooke peaked at number 50 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Think I'll Go Somewhere and Cry Myself To Sleep” by Al Martino peaked at number 30 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1960, 🤔 “Sink The Bismarck” by Johnny Horton peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, 🤔 “The Ballad Of The Green Berets” by SSgt Barry Sadler peaked at number 26 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “19th Nervous Breakdown” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 9 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Angela Jones” by Johnny Ferguson peaked at number 5 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Clear the Track Here Comes Shack” by The Secrets peaked at number 56 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Get Ready” by The Temptations peaked at number 32 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “I Want To Go With You” by Eddy Arnold peaked at number 58 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Sure Gonna Miss Her” by Gary Lewis and The Playboys peaked at number 21 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “The Dedication Song” by Freddy Cannon peaked at number 55 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “This Ain't Love” by The Nocturnals peaked at number 78 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Woman” by Peter and Gordon peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

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

In 1966, “Blue Turns To Grey” by Cliff Richard peaked at number 15 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “It's Nice To Go Travelin'” by Frank Sinatra peaked at number 48 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Listen To The Ocean” by Nina and Frederick peaked at number 46 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “What In The World's Come Over You” by Jack Scott peaked at number 11 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “With These Hands” by Shirley Bassey peaked at number 38 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1966, “Lightnin' Strikes” by Lou Christie peaked at number 9 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Michelle” by The Overlanders peaked at number 2 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Not One Minute More” by Della Reese peaked at number 14 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Someday” by Tony Barber peaked at number 13 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1960, “What In The World's Come Over You” by Jack Scott peaked at number 2 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1966, “Crying Time” by Ray Charles peaked at number 12 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1966, “I Can't Let Go” by The Hollies peaked at number 20 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Norway 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1960, 😉🤣 “Running Bear” by Johnny Preston peaked at number 2 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1960, “On A Slow Boat To China” by Emile Ford and The Checkmates peaked at number 7 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Snow Flake” by Jim Reeves peaked at number 2 on the Norway pop singles chart.

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