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The 60's Datebook for May 23

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In 1960, R.C., “Got A Girl” by The Four Preps peaked at #24 on the pop singles chart.

In 1964, On the cover of TV Guide: “Mary Tyler Moore”. Other Articles: John Gavin, Judy Garland, Ike

In 1966, The Beatlesʹ “Paperback Writer” b/w “Rain” single is released. The A-side was a tune written by Paul McCartney and featured John and George on backing vocals. The B-side was a Lennon song.

In 1966, “TIGER BEAT” FOR JUNE '66 PETER NOONE on the cover, sporting an American Flag eye-patch (the Article talked about Hermanʹs U.S. Love); plus: How the STONES fooled Hollywood; CHERʹs new glamour look; Wild Way Out MAMAS and PAPAS.

In 1968, AT THE MOVIES Jack Lemmon and Walter Matthau in “THE ODD COUPLE”…Christopher Jones, Diane Varsi and Shelley Winters in the generation-gap fantasy “WILD IN THE STREETS”…Rex Harrison in the family favorite “Doctor Dolittle”…Peter Noone and Hermans Hermits bring one of their greatest hits to life in “MRS. BROWN YOUʹVE GOT A LOVELY DAUGHTER”…Also: “2001: A SPACE ODDYSEY”; “YOURS MINE AND OURS” (Henry Fonda, Lucille Ball)

In 1969, COVER OF “LIFE” DAN ROWAN and DICK MARTIN are pictured, as they film their movie “THE MALTESE BIPPY”

In 1969, The BBC orders 13 episodes of a little show called “Monty Pythonʹs Flying Circus,” and may God help us all.

In 1969, The Who releases rock opera “Tommy,” which features hit song “Pinball Wizard.”

In 1968, "Kona Coast" was released by Allied Artists; Lamont Johnson (director); Richard Boone, Vera Miles, Joan Blondell; Drama

In 1968, "Prudence and the Pill" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

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

In 1964, “Big Boss Line” by Jackie Wilson peaked at number 94 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Carol” by Tommy Roe peaked at number 61 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “From Russia With Love” by Village Stompers peaked at number 81 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Hurt By Love” by Inez Foxx peaked at number 54 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “I'm So Proud” by The Impressions peaked at number 14 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “It's Over” by Roy Orbison peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Kiss Me Quick” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 34 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Long Tall Shorty” by Tommy Tucker peaked at number 96 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Security” by Otis Redding peaked at number 97 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Soul Serenade” by King Curtis peaked at number 51 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Tea For Two” by Nino Tempo and April Stevens peaked at number 56 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Tequila” by Bill Black's Combo peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “The Lonliest Night” by Dale and Grace peaked at number 65 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Who's Afraid Of Virginia Woolf?” by Jimmy Smith peaked at number 72 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1964, 😉🤣 “Dead Man's Curve / New Girl In School” by Jan and Dean peaked at number 39 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Cotton Candy” by Al Hirt peaked at number 31 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Kiss Me Quick” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Party Girl” by Bernadette Carroll peaked at number 7 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Ronnie” by The Four Seasons peaked at number 18 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “The Very Thought Of You” by Ricky Nelson peaked at number 25 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Yesterday's Hero” by Gene Pitney peaked at number 36 on the Canada pop singles chart.

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

In 1964, 😉 “My Boy Lollipop” by Millie Small peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Can't Buy Me Love” by Ella Fitzgerald peaked at number 34 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “I Will” by Billy Fury peaked at number 14 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Juliet” by The Four Pennies peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “The Spartans” by Sounds Incorporated peaked at number 30 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1964, “(Don't Let The Rain Come Down) Crooked Little Man” by Serendipity Singers peaked at number 10 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1964, “Een moederhart, een gouden hart” by Gert Timmerman peaked at number 6 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Jailer, Bring Me Water” by Trini Lopez peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1964, “La mamma (Zij kwamen overal vandaan)” by Corry Brokken peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Norway 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1964, “Good Golly Miss Molly” by The Swingin' Blue Jeans peaked at number 8 on the Norway pop singles chart.

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