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In 1964, COVER OF “TIME” Ford Executive LEE IACOCCA and his first MUSTANG (THIS was the exact date the MUSTANG went on sale!!)
In 1964, Jerrie Mock of Columbus, Ohio, became the first woman to fly solo around the world, landing in Columbus Ohio; Mock began the trip on March 19 and made 21 stops; She flew a total of 22,858.8 miles in her single engine plane.
In 1964, The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) reported that an FBI Lab confessed that it had been unable to determine the lyrics to the song “Louie Louie,” “no matter what speed we play it at.” (The song had been banned from a number of radio stations after it was deemed “obscene.”)
In 1964, The Ford Mustang was introduced to eager American car-buyers as a mid-model-year entry (1964½) for $2,368 base price. The muscular coupe sold a million copies its first year. It inspired a generation of drivers and kicked-off Sixtiescult of the “Pony Car.”
In 1965, Gilliganʹs Island episode #29. “Three to Get Ready”. The Skipper insists a stone found by Gilligan will grant the finder three wishes before sundown. The professor, of course, insists it is just superstition. Two gallons of ice cream later, Gilligan has only one wish left…..and the sun is going down!
In 1967, Comedian Joey Bishop got the opportunity to attempt to unseat the king of late night, Johnny Carson. “The Joey Bishop Show” made its debut on ABC-TV this night. Bishop, Regis Philbin (announcer) and Johnny Mann (music) couldnʹt beat Carson, but held out until December 26, 1969 (the showʹs last broadcast).
In 1967, Gilliganʹs Island episode #98. “Gilligan, the Goddess”. King Killiwani and two other natives come to the island looking for a 'White Goddess.' Ginger an Mary Ann are likely candidates, until the Castaways discover that the natives plan to take the “White Goddess” back to their island to marry a volcano and then be sacrificed into it. After seeing Gilligan in a wig and heels, the natives choose him as the “White Goddess.” This was the final episode before the show got canceled. The reason the show got canceled was because they had to let some shows go and the wife of the CBS president loved Gunsmoke, so he renewed Gunsmoke and got rid of Gilliganʹs Island.
In 1967, On Dark Shadows, Jason confronted Willie (John Karlen) about his suspicious interest in the Collins family history. Victoria told Elizabeth that she was uncomfortable having Willie at Collinwood. Elizabeth agreed, and told Jason she would give him money to get Willie out of town. Jason took the cash but then couldn't find Willie. As it turned out, Willie was in the Collins family crypt trying to open Naomi Collins's coffin. By accident, Willie found a secret room in the mausoleum. Venturing in, he saw a chained coffin. Willie opened it to investigate the contents, and discovered a horror that would change his life forever. This was the first appearance of the character of Barnabas Collins. Jonathan Frid, the actor who portrayed Barnabas throughout the remainder of the series, did not appear until the next episode (watch below). All we saw of Barnabas on the first day was his left hand (portrayed by Tim Gordon).
In 1967, “Winchester Cathedral” album by Lawrence Welk was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1967, The U.S. Supreme Court barred Muhammad Aliʹs request to be blocked from induction into the U.S. Army.
In 1967, Italian boxer Nino Benvenuti beats American Emile Griffith in a 15 round points decision to win world middleweight crown.
In 1968, 04 x 17 = 68
In 1968, “The Birds, The Bees and The Monkees” album by The Monkees was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1969, The Band, previously a backing group for Bob Dylan when it was known as the Hawks, make its solo concert debut at the Winterland in San Francisco.
In 1966, "Gamera vs. Barugon" opened in theaters in Japan
In 1968, "The Private Navy of Sgt. O'Farrell" was released by Gibraltar Productions; Frank Tashlin (director); Bob Hope, Phyllis Diller, Jeffrey Hunter; Comedy
In 1969, "Salesman" was released by Documentary Film Institute; Albert Maysles, David Maysles (directors); Paul Brennan, Carmen Brennan, Jack Brennan
In 1965, “Dear Dad” by Chuck Berry peaked at number 95 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Go Now!” by The Moody Blues peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “I've Got Five Dollars and It's Saturday Night” by George Jones With Gene Pitney peaked at number 99 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Mexican Pearls” by Billy Vaughn peaked at number 94 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Never, Never Leave Me” by Mary Wells peaked at number 54 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Not Too Long Ago” by The Uniques peaked at number 66 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Peaches 'N Cream” by The Ikettes peaked at number 36 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Red Roses For A Blue Lady” by Wayne Newton peaked at number 23 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Somebody Else Is Taking My Place” by Al Martino peaked at number 53 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “The Race Is On” by Jack Jones peaked at number 15 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “The Record (Baby I Love You)” by Ben E. King peaked at number 84 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Try To Remember” by Roger Williams peaked at number 97 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, 😉🤣 “The Clapping Song” by Shirley Ellis peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “All Of My Life” by Lesley Gore peaked at number 37 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Come Back Baby” by Roddie Joy peaked at number 23 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood” by The Animals peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “I Know A Place” by Petula Clark peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Long Lonely Nights” by Bobby Vinton peaked at number 5 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “That'll Be The Day” by The Everly Brothers peaked at number 33 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Catch The Wind” by Donovan peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “I Can't Explain” by The Who peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “I'll Be There” by Gerry and The Pacemakers peaked at number 15 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “It's Growing” by The Temptations peaked at number 45 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Nowhere To Run” by Martha Reeves and The Vandellas peaked at number 26 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Stop! In The Name Of Love” by Diana Ross and The Supremes peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “The Minute You're Gone” by Cliff Richard peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “The Times They Are A-Changin'” by Bob Dylan peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Red Roses For A Blue Lady” by Vic Dana peaked at number 8 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Heart Of Stone” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1965, “The Last Time” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1965, “I Could Easily Fall (In Love With You)” by Cliff Richard and The Shadows peaked at number 8 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1965, “I Feel Fine” by The Beatles peaked at number 3 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1965, “In Alabama steht ein Haus” by Peter Hinnen peaked at number 10 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Taxi nach Texas” by Martin Lauer peaked at number 1 on the Austria pop singles chart.
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