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The 60's Datebook for May 9

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In 1961, READING ABOUT DWAYNE HICKMAN Star of TVʹs “DOBIE GILLIS” is profiled in “LOOK” magazine

In 1962, Manager George Martin signed the Beatles to the groupʹs first recording contract, with EMI.

In 1962, Scientists at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology succeeded in reflecting a laser beam off the surface of the moon.

In 1962, Brooks Robinson becomes the sixth major leaguer this century to hit grand slams in back-to-back games, as he hits one against Kansas Cityʹs Ed Rakow. Baltimore wins, 6-3, at home.

In 1964, R.C., “Dead Manʹs Curve” by Jan and Dean peaked at number eight on the pop singles chart.

In 1964, R.C., “Do You Want To Know A Secret” by The Beatles peaked at number two on the pop singles chart.

In 1964, R.C., “Hello, Dolly!” by Louis Armstrong peaked at number one on the pop singles chart. His “HELLO DOLLY” snaps the BEATLES 14 week streak of consecutive number one hit songs on BILLBOARDʹs chart

In 1964, R.C., “Hey, Mr. Sax Man” by Boots Randolph peaked at #77 on the pop singles chart.

In 1964, R.C., “The Pink Panther Theme” by Henry Mancini Orchestra peaked at #31 on the pop singles chart.

In 1966, TVʹS 'WHERE THE ACTION IS' Appearing: MARTHA and THE VANDELLAS

In 1967, Muhammad Ali was stripped of his heavyweight championship title by the board of the World Boxing Association. Ali had been indicted for refusing to be drafted into the Army.

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

In 1964, 😉 “Caldonia” by James Brown peaked at number 95 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, 😉 “Theme From 'The Pink Panther'” by Henry Mancini and His Orchestra peaked at number 31 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, 😉🤣 “Dead Man's Curve” by Jan and Dean peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Can You Do It” by The Contours peaked at number 41 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Charade” by Sammy Kaye peaked at number 36 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Do You Want To Know A Secret?” by The Beatles peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Ebb Tide” by Lenny Welch peaked at number 25 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Hello, Dolly!” by Louis Armstrong and His All-Stars peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Hey, Mr. Saxman” by Boots Randolph peaked at number 77 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Little Donna” by The Rivieras peaked at number 93 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Slip-In Mules” by Sugar Pie DeSanto peaked at number 48 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Stay Awhile” by Dusty Springfield peaked at number 38 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Thank You Girl” by The Beatles peaked at number 35 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1964, “I'm The Lonely One” by Cliff Richard and The Shadows peaked at number 18 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Kiss Me Sailor” by Diane Renay peaked at number 13 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Little Children” by Billy J. Kramer and The Dakotas peaked at number 7 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Look Homeward Angel” by The Monarchs peaked at number 28 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Needles and Pins” by The Searchers peaked at number 14 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “You're A Wonderful One” by Marvin Gaye peaked at number 22 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “You're Not A Goody Goody” by Bobby Curtola peaked at number 31 on the Canada pop singles chart.

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

In 1964, “Baby It's You” by Dave Berry peaked at number 24 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Don't Let The Sun Catch You Crying” by Gerry and The Pacemakers peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Don't Throw Your Love Away” by The Searchers peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Don't Turn Around” by The Merseybeats peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “I Believe” by The Bachelors peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “If I Loved You” by Richard Anthony peaked at number 18 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Stand By Me” by Kenny Lynch peaked at number 39 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Walk On By” by Dionne Warwick peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1964, “Diane” by The Bachelors peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1964, “Bits and Pieces” by The Dave Clark Five peaked at number 6 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Gib mir dein Wort” by Freddy peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

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