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The 60's Datebook for August 6

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In 1963, Little Stevie Wonderʹs “Fingertips, Part 2” is Americaʹs number one soul chart hit.

In 1965, “That Was The Year That Was” album by Tom Lehrer was released

In 1966, R.C., “Lil' Red Riding Hood” by Sam The Sham and The Pharaohs peaked at number two on the pop singles chart.

In 1966, Muhammad Ali knocked out Brian London in the third round to retain his world heavyweight title.

In 1968, On Dark Shadows, Victoria (Alexandra Moltke) recognized Adam (Robert Rodan), who took her hostage as she was walking home from the Old House.

In 1968, “TIGER BEAT” FOR SEPTEMBER '68 Featured cover photos DAVY JONES, GOLDIE HAWN, TINY TIM, SAJID KHAN; plus DINO DANELLI tells of the day that changed his life.

In 1969, "The Learning Tree" was released by Warner Bros.; Gordon Parks (director); Kyle Johnson, Alex Clarke, Estelle Evans; Drama

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

In 1966, 😉🤣 “Lil' Red Riding Hood” by Sam The Sham and The Pharaohs peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Don't Come Knockin'” by Fats Domino peaked at number 21 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Georgia Rose” by Tony Bennett peaked at number 89 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Hey Little One” by Dorsey Burnette peaked at number 48 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “I Shot Mr. Lee” by The Bobbettes peaked at number 52 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Image Of A Girl” by Safaris peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Look For A Star” by Gary Miles peaked at number 16 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Please Help Me, I'm Falling” by Hank Locklin peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Please Help Me, I'm Falling” by Rusty Draper peaked at number 54 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Pretty Flamingo” by Manfred Mann peaked at number 29 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Tell Laura I Love Her” by Ray Peterson peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “That's When I Cried” by Jimmy Jones peaked at number 83 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Theme From 'Adventures In Paradise'” by Jerry Byrd peaked at number 97 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Trains and Boats and Planes” by Dionne Warwick peaked at number 22 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Trouble In Paradise” by The Crests peaked at number 20 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Uptight (Everything's Alright)” by Nancy Wilson peaked at number 84 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Where Are You” by Frankie Avalon peaked at number 32 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1966, 😉🤣 “I Love Onions” by Susan Christie peaked at number 19 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, 😉🤣 “I'm A Nut” by Leroy Pullins peaked at number 71 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, 😉🤣 “You Can't Roller Skate In A Buffalo Herd” by Roger Miller peaked at number 39 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “(I Washed My Hands In) Muddy Water” by Johnny Rivers peaked at number 25 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Ain't Gonna Cry No More” by Brenda Lee peaked at number 90 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Alfie” by Cilla Black peaked at number 96 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Going Down” by Tom Northcott peaked at number 49 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Happy Summer Days” by Ronnie Dove peaked at number 26 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Hey You Little Boo Ga Loo” by Chubby Checker peaked at number 63 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Hungry” by Paul Revere and The Raiders peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “I Only Have Eyes For You” by The Lettermen peaked at number 74 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “La Bamba” by Trini Lopez peaked at number 78 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Lady Jane” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 91 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Most Of All” by Cowsills peaked at number 81 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Only The Lonely (Know How I Feel)” by Roy Orbison peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Painter” by Lou Christie peaked at number 60 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Pretty Flamingo” by Manfred Mann peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Sweet Pea” by Tommy Roe peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Teenager's Prayer” by Joe Simon peaked at number 72 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “The Impossible Dream (The Quest)” by Jack Jones peaked at number 51 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “You Can't Just Quit” by Ricky Nelson peaked at number 24 on the Canada pop singles chart.

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

In 1960, “Consider Yourself” by Max Bygraves peaked at number 50 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Hanky Panky” by Tommy James and The Shondells peaked at number 38 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Happy-Go-Lucky-Me / Banjo Boy” by George Formby peaked at number 40 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “I Feel Something In The Air” by Cher peaked at number 43 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “I'm Starting To Go Steady” by Johnny Preston peaked at number 49 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “If She Should Come To You” by Anthony Newley peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Look For A Star” by Gary Mills peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Love Letters” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Mustafa Cha Cha Cha” by Staiffi and His Mustafas peaked at number 43 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Please Don't Tease” by Cliff Richard and The Shadows peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Starbright” by Johnny Mathis peaked at number 47 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “With A Girl Like You” by The Troggs peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1966, 😉 “Wild Thing” by The Troggs peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1960, 😉🤣 “Alley-Oop” by The Hollywood Argyles peaked at number 5 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Don't Bring Me Down” by The Animals peaked at number 20 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Down Yonder” by Johnny and The Hurricanes peaked at number 15 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Lana” by Roy Orbison peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Tar and Cement (Ti Ragazzo Della Via Gluck)” by Verdelle Smith peaked at number 2 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Tell Laura I Love Her” by Ray Peterson peaked at number 10 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Younger Girl” by The Hondells peaked at number 18 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1960, “Es war in Schöneberg” by Papa Bue's Viking Jazz Band peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Footsteps” by Steve Lawrence peaked at number 16 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Good Timin'” by Jimmy Jones peaked at number 11 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1966, “La poupée qui fait non” by Michel Polnareff peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Lying All The Time” by The Outsiders peaked at number 15 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Margio” by The Rob Hoeke Rhythm and Blues Group peaked at number 12 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Nobody Needs Your Love” by Gene Pitney peaked at number 16 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Three Steps To Heaven” by Eddie Cochran peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Norway 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1966, “Sunny Afternoon” by The Kinks peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.

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