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In 1961, IBM introduced its first Selectric typewriter with its distinctive “typeball.”
In 1962, "Spider-Man" made his first appearance in the comic book "Amazing Fantasy #15" this date. Spider-Man was created by Stan Lee and Steve Ditko. The story introduced Peter Parker, a nerdy teenager who gains spider-like capabilities after he was bitten by a radioactive spider, and became on of the most enduring and relatable superheroes of all time. (Source: Today in Nerd History)
In 1964, The American space probe Ranger Seven reached the moon, transmitting pictures back to Earth before crashing onto the lunar surface.
In 1965, R.C., “Whatʹs New Pussycat?” by Tom Jones peaked at number three on the pop singles chart.
In 1967, On Dark Shadows, Julia hypnotized Maggie, who then forgot everything that happened while she was missing.
In 1968, Popular sitcom “Dadʹs Army” began airing on BBC1 in the UK
In 1968, R.C., “Mony Mony” by Tommy James and The Shondells peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart.
In 1966, "The War of the Gargantuas" opened in theaters in Japan
In 1968, "5 Card Stud" was released by Paramount Pictures; Henry Hathaway (director); Dean Martin, Robert Mitchum, Inger Stevens; Western; Mystery
In 1968, "The Heart Is a Lonely Hunter" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1965, “Around The Corner” by The Duprees peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Cara Mia” by Jay and The Americans peaked at number 4 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Darling Take Me Back” by Lenny Welch peaked at number 72 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Forget Domani” by Connie Francis peaked at number 79 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Forget Domani” by Frank Sinatra peaked at number 78 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Nobody Knows What's Goin' On” by The Chiffons peaked at number 49 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Seein' The Right Love Go Wrong” by Jack Jones peaked at number 46 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Sitting In The Park” by Billy Stewart peaked at number 24 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Too Many Rivers” by Brenda Lee peaked at number 13 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Trains and Boats and Planes” by Billy J. Kramer and The Dakotas peaked at number 47 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “What's New Pussycat?” by Tom Jones peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Yes, I'm Ready” by Barbara Mason peaked at number 5 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “It's Just A Little Bit Too Late” by Wayne Fontana and The Mindbenders peaked at number 9 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Little Liar” by Terry Black peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Marie” by The Bachelors peaked at number 11 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Meeting Over Yonder” by The Impressions peaked at number 17 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Oo Wee Baby, I Love You” by Fred Hughes peaked at number 15 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Theme From 'Harlow' (Lonely Girl)” by Bobby Vinton peaked at number 37 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “What The World Needs Now Is Love” by Jackie DeShannon peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “In The Middle Of Nowhere” by Dusty Springfield peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Let The Water Run Down” by P.J. Proby peaked at number 19 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “That's The Way Love Goes” by Charles Dickens peaked at number 37 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “This World Is Not My Home” by Jim Reeves peaked at number 22 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “She's So Fine / Old Oak Tree” by The Easybeats peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Stingray” by The Shadows peaked at number 12 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Wonderful World” by Herman's Hermits peaked at number 18 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Got LIVE If You Want It!” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 9 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1965, “I'm Alive” by The Hollies peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Il silenzio - Abschiedsmelodie” by Nini Rosso peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1965, “La danse de Zorba” by Duo Acropolis peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1965, “The Price Of Love” by The Everly Brothers peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1965, “I'm Alive” by The Hollies peaked at number 6 on the Norway pop singles chart.
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