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The 60's Datebook for June 18

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In 1961, “Gunsmoke” was broadcast for the last time on CBS Radio. The show had been on for nine years. It was called the first adult Western. The star of “Gunsmoke” was William Conrad, who would become a major TV star (“Cannon”, “Jake and the Fatman”), as well. When “Gunsmoke” moved to TV, James Arness filled Conradʹs boots.

In 1962, “My name is Bud Collyer.” “My name is Bud Collyer.” “My name is Bud Collyer.” Well, one of them is really Bud Collyer, host of a challenging new game show titled “Nothing But the Truth.” Three different people all claim to be the person whoʹs supplied the show with an affidavit describing their accomplishemnts, or a unique experience. Itʹs up to our celebrity panel often with Polly Bergen and the lovely Kitty Carlisle to determine whoʹs the real McCoy. But while the format works, the title doesnʹt and the following week the title will become “To Tell The Truth.”

In 1963, Cassius Clay K.O.'s Henry Cooper in the fifth round, just as he predicted.

In 1965, READING ABOUT TVʹS “MAN FROM UNCLE” Actor ROBERT VAUGHN is profiled in the “SATURDAY EVENING POST”

In 1966, On the cover of TV Guide: “cast of Bewitched: Elizabeth Montgomery, Agnes Moorehead, baby Tabitha”. Other Articles: Jonathan Harris, Willie Mays

In 1966, R.C., “Bare Footin'” by Robert Parker peaked at number seven on the pop singles chart.

In 1966, R.C., “Break Out” by Mitch Ryder and The Detroit Wheels peaked at #62 on the pop singles chart.

In 1966, R.C., “Green Grass” by Gary Lewis and The Playboys peaked at number eight on the pop singles chart.

In 1966, R.C., “Hand Jive” by The Vontastics peaked at #100 on the pop singles chart.

In 1967, ED SULLIVAN SHOW Guest Stars: SPANKY and OUR GANG (“SUNDAY WILL NEVER BE THE SAME”)

In 1967, TVʹS SMOTHERS BROTHERS SHOW Musical Guests: BUCKINGHAMS (“DONʹT YOU CARE” and “MERCY, MERCY, MERCY”)

In 1969, GOLD RECORD FOR FRIENDS OF DISTINCTION “GRAZING IN THE GRASS” is certified as a million seller

In 1969, “The Main Chance” began airing on ITV

In 1965, "I'll Take Sweden" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 1969, "Eye of the Cat" was released by Cinerama Releasing Corporation; David Lowell Rich (director); Michael Sarrazin, Gayle Hunnicutt, Eli Wallach; Horror

In 1969, "The Wild Bunch" was released by Warner Bros. Pictures / Seven Arts; Sam Peckinpah (director/screenplay); Walon Green (screenplay); William Holden, Ernest Borgnine, Robert Ryan, Edmond O'Brien, Warren Oates, Jaime Sánchez, Ben Johnson, Emilio Fernández, Strother Martin, L.Q. Jones, Albert Dekker, Bo Hopkins, Alfonso Arau, Dub Taylor, Chano Urueta, Elsa Cárdenas, Fernando Wagner, Rayford Barnes, Sonia Amelio, Aurora Clavel, Jorge Russek, Paul Harper, Bill Hart, Stephen Ferry; Epic, Western, Revisionist

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

In 1960, 😉 “Big Rock Candy Mountain” by Dorsey Burnette peaked at number 102 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, 😉🤣 “Alley-Oop” by The Dyna-Sores peaked at number 59 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “All I Could Do Was Cry” by Etta James peaked at number 33 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Banjo Boy” by Art Mooney and His Orchestra peaked at number 100 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Barefootin'” by Robert Parker peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Better Use Your Head” by Little Anthony and The Imperials peaked at number 54 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Biology” by Danny Valentino peaked at number 95 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Break Out” by Mitch Ryder and The Detroit Wheels peaked at number 62 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Burning Bridges” by Jack Scott peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Come On and See Me” by Tammi Terrell peaked at number 80 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Dedicated Follower Of Fashion” by The Kinks peaked at number 36 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Don't Touch Me” by Jeannie Seely peaked at number 85 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Good Time Charlie” by Bobby 'Blue' Bland peaked at number 75 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Green Grass” by Gary Lewis and The Playboys peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Hand Jive” by The Strangeloves peaked at number 100 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Happy-Go-Lucky-Me” by Paul Evans peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Hold On! I'm A-Comin'” by Sam and Dave peaked at number 21 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “I Love You Drops” by Vic Dana peaked at number 30 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “I Need Love” by Barbara Mason peaked at number 98 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “It's Over” by Jimmie Rodgers peaked at number 37 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Love You So” by Rod Holden peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Mama” by B.J. Thomas peaked at number 22 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Mojo Workout (Dance)” by Larry Bright peaked at number 94 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Paper Roses” by Anita Bryant peaked at number 5 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “River Deep, Mountain High” by Ike and Tina Turner peaked at number 88 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “S.Y.S.L.J.F.M. (The Letter Song)” by Joe Tex peaked at number 39 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Shadows Of Love” by LaVern Baker peaked at number 83 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “The Last Word In Lonesome Is Me” by Eddy Arnold peaked at number 40 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Tuxedo Junction” by Frankie Avalon peaked at number 82 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “When A Woman Loves A Man” by Esther Phillips peaked at number 73 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1966, “Better Use Your Head” by Little Anthony and The Imperials peaked at number 58 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Burning Bridges / Oh Little One” by Jack Scott peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Dream Boy” by The Allan Sisters peaked at number 28 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Dum De Da” by Bobby Vinton peaked at number 29 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Funny How Love Can Be” by Danny Hutton peaked at number 76 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Funny How Love Can Be” by The Townsmen peaked at number 83 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Girl, Girl, Girl” by Danny Harrison peaked at number 59 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Heart's Desire” by Billy Joe Royal peaked at number 56 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Love Takes A Long Time Growing” by Deon Jackson peaked at number 75 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “My Kinda Guy” by The Willows peaked at number 15 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Paint It, Black” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “So Much Love” by Steve Alaimo peaked at number 61 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Stagecoach To Cheyenne” by Wayne Newton peaked at number 60 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “The Sun Ain't Gonna Shine (Anymore)” by The Walker Brothers peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Truly Yours” by The (Detroit) Spinners peaked at number 97 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Wild Weekend” by The Rockin' Rebels peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.

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

In 1960, “Happy To Meet Your Aquaintance” by Sammy Davis, Jr. and Carmen McRae peaked at number 46 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “I Want To Go With You” by Eddy Arnold peaked at number 46 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Monday Monday” by The Mamas and The Papas peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Over Under Sideways Down” by The Yardbirds peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Stairway To Heaven” by Neil Sedaka peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “To Make A Big Man Cry” by P.J. Proby peaked at number 34 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “True Love Ways” by Buddy Holly peaked at number 25 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Twelfth Street Rag” by Bert Weedon peaked at number 47 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Twinkie-Lee” by Gary Walker peaked at number 26 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1960, 😉🤣 “Tie Me Kangaroo Down, Sport” by Rolf Harris peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1966, “(You're My) Soul and Inspiration” by The Righteous Brothers peaked at number 10 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Bang Bang (My Baby Shot Me Down)” by Cher peaked at number 11 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Theme From 'A Summer Place'” by Percy Faith peaked at number 19 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1966, 😉🤣 “Rainy Day Women #12 and 35” by Bob Dylan peaked at number 9 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Monday Monday” by The Mamas and The Papas peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Austria 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1966, “Nimm mich so wie ich bin” by Drafi Deutscher and His Magics peaked at number 2 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1966, “The Sounds Of Silence” by Simon and Garfunkel peaked at number 3 on the Austria pop singles chart.

Norway 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1966, “Crying In The Rain” by The Everly Brothers peaked at number 8 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Lykkeveien” by The Vanguards peaked at number 4 on the Norway pop singles chart.

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