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In 1964, “The Beatles Second Album” LP (actually their third) was released in the U.S.A. It features remakes of early American hits (“PLEASE MR. POSTMAN”, “MONEY”, “YOU REALLY GOT A HOLD ON ME”, “ROLL OVER BEETHOVEN”, “LONG TALL SALLY”) plus “SHE LOVES YOU”
In 1965, Gilliganʹs Island episode #28. “Theyʹre Off and Running”. Mr. Howell wins all of the Skipperʹs possessions betting on turtle races. Even when he feels bad and switches the turtles so that Skipper will finally win, he still wins!
In 1965, R.C., “Nowhere To Run” by Martha and The Vandellas peaked at number eight on the pop singles chart.
In 1967, Gilliganʹs Island episode #97. “Bang! Bang! Bang!” A crate that washes ashore contains a top secret plastic explosive developed by the U.S. Government. The Castaways make use of the plastic in a variety of objects, including nails for the Skipper, dishes for Mary Ann, jewelry for Ginger, golf balls for Mr. Howell, and even fillings for Gilliganʹs teeth, unaware that once hardened it becomes a dangerous explosive which will detonate on impact!
In 1967, On “The Andy Griffith Show,” a typo could cost Goober Pyle $200 ifʹn he has to pay off Floyd the Barber for winning his “Grab-bag for Cash” contest. The fellow playing Floyd, though, is no winner; Howard McNear “cuts out” after this episode. A stroke during the showʹs second season left McNear immobile, requiring him to be shown in close-ups, scenes where he could be shown sitting, or secretly propped up with a brace. By 1967, he is too ill to return for the showʹs final season. McNear passes away on January 3, 1969.
In 1967, Paul McCartney visited a Beach Boys recording session, apparently helping them to produce “Vegetables”, a track included on the groupʹs “Smiley Smile” album.
In 1967, The 13-day strike by the American Federation of Radio-TV Artists (AFTRA) came to an end less than two hours before the 39th Academy Awards presentation went on the air. Three of the four acting winners (Elizabeth Taylor, Sandy Dennis and Paul Scofield) were not present to receive their Oscars. Only Walter Matthau was on hand to get his Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor in “The Fortune Cookie”.
In 1967, TVʹS ANDY GRIFFITH SHOW The final original episode of the 1966-67 season stands out as FLOYD THE BARBERʹs final appearance on the show (actor Howard McNear was too ill to continue in his role for the showʹs final season). Itʹs also notable for small guest role from a young actor whoʹd make his mark a few years later in TVʹs “ALL IN THE FAMILY”, Rob Reiner
In 1960, "Hell Is a City" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1968, "Where Angels Go, Trouble Follows" was released by Columbia Pictures; James Neilson (director); Stella Stevens, Rosalind Russell, Binnie Barnes; Comedy
In 1968, "Will Penny" was released by Paramount Pictures; Tom Gries (director); Charlton Heston, Joan Hackett, Donald Pleasence; Western
In 1965, “Do You Wanna Dance?” by The Beach Boys peaked at number 12 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Don't Let Your Left Hand Know” by Joe Tex peaked at number 95 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Every Night, Every Day” by Jimmy McCracklin peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “I'm Telling You Now” by Freddie and The Dreamers peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “If I Loved You” by Chad (Stuart) and Jeremy (Clyde) peaked at number 23 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Long Lonely Nights” by Bobby Vinton peaked at number 17 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Mr. Pitiful” by Otis Redding peaked at number 41 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Nowhere To Run” by Martha Reeves and The Vandellas peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Send Me The Pillow You Dream On” by Dean Martin peaked at number 22 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Mean Woman Blues” by Bobby Curtola peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “For Your Love” by The Yardbirds peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Hawaiian Wedding Song” by Julie Rogers peaked at number 31 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Reelin' and Rockin'” by The Dave Clark Five peaked at number 24 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “You Can Have Him” by Dionne Warwick peaked at number 37 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “You're Breakin' My Heart” by Keeley Smith peaked at number 14 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “It's Not Unusual” by Tom Jones peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Rock and Roll Music / Honey Don't” by The Beatles peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1965, “This Diamond Ring” by Gary Lewis and The Playboys peaked at number 6 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1965, “You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin'” by The Righteous Brothers peaked at number 5 on the Australian pop singles chart.
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