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The 60's Datebook for October 16

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In 1961, R.C., “Back To The Hop” by Danny and The Juniors peaked at #80 on the pop singles chart.

In 1965, On the cover of TV Guide: “Red Skelton”. Other Articles: Roaring Chicken

In 1965, R.C., “Do You Believe In Magic” by The Lovin' Spoonful peaked at number nine on the pop singles chart.

In 1965, R.C., “Just A Little Bit Better” by Hermanʹs Hermits peaked at number seven on the pop singles chart.

In 1965, R.C., “Treat Her Right” by Roy Head and The Traits peaked at number two on the pop singles chart.

In 1965, TVʹS HOLLYWOOD PALACE Host: FRANK SINATRA

In 1965, TVʹS SHINDIG Guests: PETER and GORDON, LOVIN' SPOONFUL, RAY PETERSON

In 1966, Grace Slick makes her first appearance with the Jefferson Airplane at the Filmore West in San Francisco. She replaces Signe Toly Anderson, who left the band to have a baby.

In 1967, Folk singer Joan Baez was arrested along with over 100 other anti-draft demonstrators at the Armed Forces Induction Center in Oakland, California. Baez was sentenced to ten days in prison.

In 1968, The New Yardbirds played their first concert at a club in London. The band was made up of Jimmy Page on guitar, John Paul Jones on bass, Robert Plant on vocals, and John Bonham on drums. They later changed their name to Led Zeppelin. The Who drummer Keith Moon came up with the name.

In 1968, TV Guide Listing: 9 p.m./ET “The Beverly Hillbillies” (CBS): Color. In England, the Clampetts are totally confused by a burly Scotsman clad in a kilt. They think heʹs a she — and Jethroʹs girlfriend. Jed: Buddy Ebsen. Jethro: Max Baer.

In 1968, “The Black Power Salute”…At the 1968 Olympics in Mexico City, U.S. sprinters Tommie Smith and John Carlos finished first and third in the 200-meter dash. On the victory stand, as “The Star-Spangled Banner” began to play in the Olympic Stadium, both athletes lowered their head and raised a gloved fist, a gesture associated with black militants. It was a shocking incident, jarringly incongruent with the usual patriotic flavor of that moment — a sign that racial politics had splashed over into the world of sports.

In 1969, Met Cleon Jones was awarded first base when shoe polish on ball proves he is hit by a pitch. The home run was hit by Donn Clendenon.

In 1966, "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A./U.K.

In 1968, "The Boston Strangler" was released by Twentieth Century Fox; Richard Fleischer (director); Tony Curtis, Henry Fonda, George Kennedy; Crime; Thriller

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

In 1965, “Ain't It True” by Andy Williams peaked at number 40 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Do You Believe In Magic?” by The Lovin' Spoonful peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Funny Little Butterflies” by Patty Duke peaked at number 77 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Home Of The Brave” by Jody Miller peaked at number 25 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Just A Little Bit Better” by Herman's Hermits peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Mohair Sam” by Charlie Rich peaked at number 21 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “The Dawn Of Correction” by Spokesmen peaked at number 36 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “The World Through A Tear” by Neil Sedaka peaked at number 76 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Treat Her Right” by Roy Head and The Traits peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “What Color (Is A Man)” by Bobby Vinton peaked at number 38 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1965, “Ain't It True” by Andy Williams peaked at number 15 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Baby Don't Go” by Sonny and Cher peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Home Of The Brave” by Jody Miller peaked at number 5 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1965, “I Need You” by The Impressions peaked at number 19 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Just You” by Sonny and Cher peaked at number 6 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Must I Tell You” by Liverpool Set peaked at number 18 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1965, “The Twelfth Of Never” by Cliff Richard peaked at number 14 on the Canada pop singles chart.

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

In 1965, “(I Lost My Heart) In San Francisco” by Tony Bennett peaked at number 40 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Almost There” by Andy Williams peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Down In The Boondocks” by Billy Joe Royal peaked at number 38 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Hang On Sloopy” by The McCoys peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Il Silenzio” by Nini Rosso peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “La Yenka” by Johnny and Charley peaked at number 49 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Whatcha Gonna Do About It” by Small Faces peaked at number 14 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “You've Got To Hide Your Love Away” by The Silkie peaked at number 28 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1965, “Catch Us If You Can” by The Dave Clark Five peaked at number 18 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Ride Away” by Roy Orbison peaked at number 15 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Shakin' All Over / Que Sera, Sera (Whatever...)” by Normie Rowe and The Playboys peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1965, “You've Got Your Troubles” by The Fortunes peaked at number 12 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1965, “I'll Go Crazy” by The Phantoms peaked at number 9 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Austria 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1965, “(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 1 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Du bist nicht allein” by Roy Black peaked at number 7 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Fräulein Wunderbar” by Peter Alexander peaked at number 5 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Il mondo” by Jimmy Fontana peaked at number 9 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Mr. Tambourine Man” by The Byrds peaked at number 3 on the Austria pop singles chart.

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