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The 60's Datebook for August 26

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In 1964, Democrats nominated U.S. President Lyndon Johnson and Hubert Humphrey to face the Republicans in November. (The Democrats won easily.)

In 1965, R.C., “I Got You Babe” by Sonny and Cher peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart.

In 1965, TVʹS 'WHERE THE ACTION IS' Appearing: PETER and GORDON, DUANE EDDY

In 1966, Jef Jaisin recorded the classic novelty hit “Friendly Neighborhood Narco Agent”.

In 1967, On the cover of TV Guide: “Gomer Pyle U.S.M.C.”. Other Articles: Dark Shadows, Get Smart

In 1967, R.C., “Ode To Billie Joe” by Bobbie Gentry peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.

In 1967, R.C., “To Love Somebody” by The Bee Gees peaked at #17 on the pop singles chart.

In 1967, The Beatles go see the Maharishi Mahesh Yogi at Univeristy College. At a press conference, the Maharishi, with the Beatles seated next to him, gives strong and sincere answers to the pressʹ sarcastic and sometime silly questions. The Beatles announce they have given up drugs as Paul McCartney explains, “It was an experience we went through. We donʹt need it anymore. Weʹre finding different ways to get there.”

In 1967, “Pistols ʹn Petticoats”, TV Comedy; last aired on CBS.

In 1968, “Harper Valley P.T.A.” single by Riley, Jeannie C. was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1964, "I'd Rather Be Rich" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 1968, "Rachel, Rachel" was released by Kayos Productions; Paul Newman (director); Joanne Woodward, Estelle Parsons, James Olson; Drama

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

In 1967, 😉 “Sixteen Tons” by Tom Jones peaked at number 68 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1967, “A Little Bit Now” by The Dave Clark Five peaked at number 67 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1961, “A Thing Of The Past” by The Shirelles peaked at number 41 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Cold Sweat” by James Brown peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Everybody Needs Love” by Gladys Knight and The Pips peaked at number 39 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Fakin' It” by Simon and Garfunkel peaked at number 23 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Funky Broadway” by Dyke and The Blazers peaked at number 65 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1961, “Girls, Girls, Girls (Part 2)” by The Coasters peaked at number 96 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Heroes and Villains” by The Beach Boys peaked at number 12 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1967, “How Can You Mistreat The One You Love” by Jean and The Darlings peaked at number 96 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1961, “Hully Gully Again” by Little Caesar peaked at number 54 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Hypnotized” by Linda Jones peaked at number 21 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1967, “I Thank The Lord For The Night Time” by Neil Diamond peaked at number 13 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1961, “I'm Telling You” by Jerry Butler peaked at number 25 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1961, “Let The Four Winds Blow” by Fats Domino peaked at number 15 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Love Is A Doggone Good Thing” by Eddie Floyd peaked at number 97 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Ode To Billie Joe” by Bobbie Gentry peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1961, “One Summer Night” by The Diamonds peaked at number 22 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1961, “Right Or Wrong” by Wanda Jackson peaked at number 29 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Slim Jenkins Place” by Booker T. and The M.G.'s peaked at number 70 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Stout-Hearted Man” by Barbra Streisand peaked at number 92 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1967, “To Love Somebody” by The Bee Gees peaked at number 17 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1961, 😉 “Who Put The Bomp (In The Bomp, Bomp, Bomp)” by Barry Mann peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “A Woman's Hands” by Joe Tex peaked at number 61 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “All You Need Is Love” by The Beatles peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Baby, I Love You” by Aretha Franklin peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Canada” by Sugar Shoppe peaked at number 40 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Cold Sweat” by James Brown peaked at number 9 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1961, “Cutie Pie / Without You” by Johnny Tillotson peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Darling Be Home Soon” by Bobby Darin peaked at number 17 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Don't Let The Rain Fall Down On Me” by Critters peaked at number 32 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Don't You Miss Me A Little Bit Baby” by Jimmy Ruffin peaked at number 41 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Get The Message” by Brian Hyland peaked at number 83 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Glory Of Love” by Otis Redding peaked at number 36 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Good Day Sunshine” by Claudine Longet peaked at number 84 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Jackrabbit” by BTB4 peaked at number 60 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Let The Good Times Roll/Feel So Good” by Bunny Sigler peaked at number 12 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Not So Sweet Martha Lorraine” by Country Joe and The Fish peaked at number 87 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Out and About” by Tommy Boyce and Bobby Hart peaked at number 25 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Penny Arcade” by Cyrkle peaked at number 53 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1961, “Private Eye” by Bob Luman peaked at number 6 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Shoot Your Shot” by Junior Walker and The All Stars peaked at number 37 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “To Love Somebody” by The Bee Gees peaked at number 5 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Washed Ashore (On A Lonely Island In The Sea)” by The Platters peaked at number 31 on the Canada pop singles chart.

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

In 1967, 😉 “My Mammy (Al Jolson's Theme Song)” by The Happenings peaked at number 34 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1967, “A Bad Night” by Cat Stevens peaked at number 20 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1967, “A Girl Like You” by The Young Rascals peaked at number 37 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1961, “Baby Sittin'” by Bobby Angelo and The Tuxedos peaked at number 30 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Creeque Alley” by The Mamas and The Papas peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Even The Bad Times Are Good” by The Tremeloes peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Gin House” by Amen Corner peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1967, “I'll Never Fall In Love Again” by Tom Jones peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1961, “I'm A Fool To Care” by Joe Barry peaked at number 49 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Just Loving You” by Anita Harris peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Long Legged Girl (With The Short Dress On)” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 49 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Pleasant Valley Sunday” by The Monkees peaked at number 11 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1961, “Romeo” by Petula Clark peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1961, 😉🤣 “Have A Drink On Me” by Lonnie Donegan peaked at number 20 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1961, “Hats Off To Larry” by Del Shannon peaked at number 2 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1967, “I Wanna Be Free / You May Be The One” by The Monkees peaked at number 14 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1961, “Quarter To Three” by Gary U.S. Bonds peaked at number 16 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1961, “The Battle's O'er (Soldier Laddie)” by Andy Stewart peaked at number 6 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1967, “The Wind Cries Mary” by The Jimi Hendrix Experience peaked at number 18 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Woman You're Breaking Me” by The Groop peaked at number 8 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1961, “Yellow Bird” by The Arthur Lyman Group peaked at number 5 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1967, “Alternate Title (Randy Scouse Git)” by The Monkees peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Death Of A Clown” by Dave Davies peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1967, “San Francisco (Be Sure To Wear Flowers In Your Hair)” by Scott McKenzie peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Tramp” by Otis Redding and Carla Thomas peaked at number 15 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Norway 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1967, “Engerdalsvalsen” by Germund Eggen peaked at number 9 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1961, “Sucu Sucu” by The Monn Keys peaked at number 4 on the Norway pop singles chart.

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