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The 60's Datebook for November 8

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In 1960, Massachusetts Democratic Senator John F. Kennedy defeated Vice President Richard M. Nixon in their quest for the White House. Kennedy became the 35th U.S. President. John F. Kennedy at age 43 becomes the youngest ever, and the first Roman Catholic, to be elected President.

In 1961, KVN (“Club of the Funny and Inventive”) began airing on The First Channel in the Soviet Union.

In 1962, Lucille Ball paid more than $2 million to buy out ex-husband Desi Arnazʹs stake in Desilu Studios. She assumes the studioʹs presidency and becomes the worldʹs highest-ranking woman TV executive as she became the first head of a Hollywood production company.

In 1965, Macdonald Carey makes his debut in the role of “Doctor Thomas Horton, professor of medicine in a New England college town.” Francis Reid stars as Hortonʹs wife, Alice, and John Clarke as their son Mickey. NBC starts the sands flowing through the hourglass as so are the “Days of Our Lives.”

In 1966, On The Edge of Night, Laura (Millette Alexander) confessed to the murder of Rick Oliver.

In 1966, Republican candidate Ronald Reagan was elected governor of California, defeating Democratic incumbent Pat Brown. He was a former movie star and SAG president.

In 1968, On The Edge of Night, Nancy (Ann Flood) and Mike (Larry Hugo) consulted with police chief Phil Capice about Lee's (Tony Roberts) possible involvement in the Kurtz murder. When Nancy visited Lee's instructor at the art institute, she learned that Lee's work began to suffer right after the murder took place.

In 1969, NBC airs the pilot episode of Rod Serlingʹs science fiction anthology series “Night Gallery,” which would be picked up as a regular series for the 1970–71 television season.

In 1969, R.C., “Going In Circles” by Friends Of Distinction peaked at #15 on the pop singles chart.

In 1969, R.C., “Is That All There Is” by Peggy Lee peaked at #11 on the pop singles chart.

In 1969, On the second date of their U.S. tour, the Rolling Stones break the Los Angeles concert gross record held by the Beatles since 1966. They add an extra date to their Los Angeles Forum stand and a fourth date to their upcoming gig at New Yorkʹs Madison Square Garden.

In 1969, TVʹS ANDY WILLIAMS SHOW Guests: GARY PUCKETT and THE UNION GAP

In 1964, "Fate Is the Hunter" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 1966, "Madame X" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

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

In 1969, “Any Way That You Want Me” by Evie Sands peaked at number 53 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Ball Of Fire” by Tommy James and The Shondells peaked at number 19 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Delta Lady” by Joe Cocker peaked at number 69 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Doin' Our Thing” by Clarence Carter peaked at number 46 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Going In Circles” by Friends Of Distinction peaked at number 15 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Is That All There Is?” by Peggy Lee peaked at number 11 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Julia” by Ramsey Lewis peaked at number 76 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Let A Man Come In and Do The Popcorn (Part I)” by James Brown peaked at number 21 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “One Woman” by Johnny Rivers peaked at number 89 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Shangri-La” by The Lettermen peaked at number 64 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Silver Threads and Golden Needles” by Cowsills peaked at number 74 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “So Good Together” by Andy Kim peaked at number 36 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “That's How Heartaches Are Made” by The Marvelettes peaked at number 97 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “The Color Of My Love” by Jefferson peaked at number 68 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “The Sweeter He Is” by Soul Children peaked at number 52 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Time Machine” by Grand Funk Railroad peaked at number 48 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “We'll Cry Together” by Maxine Brown peaked at number 73 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Wedding Bell Blues” by The 5th Dimension peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin'” by Dionne Warwick peaked at number 16 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1969, 😉 “Like A Rolling Stone” by Phil Flowers and Flowershop peaked at number 80 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, ⛪ “Jesus Is A Soul Man” by Lawrence Reynolds peaked at number 32 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Baby It's You” by Smith peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Ball Of Fire” by Tommy James and The Shondells peaked at number 8 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Chains Of Love” by Bobby 'Blue' Bland peaked at number 77 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Don't Waste My Time” by John Mayall peaked at number 54 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Echo Park” by Keith Barbour peaked at number 20 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Going In Circles” by Friends Of Distinction peaked at number 24 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Horoscope” by Young Holt Unlimited peaked at number 94 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Is That All There Is?” by Peggy Lee peaked at number 6 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Let A Woman Be A Woman - Let A Man Be A Man” by Dyke and The Blazers peaked at number 49 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Mr. Turnkey” by Zager and Evans peaked at number 48 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “One Woman” by Johnny Rivers peaked at number 60 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Proud Mary” by Sonny Charles and The Checkmates peaked at number 53 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Say You Love Me” by The Impressions peaked at number 61 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Silver Threads and Golden Needles” by Cowsills peaked at number 37 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Sunday Mornin' Comin' Down” by Ray Stevens peaked at number 59 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Time Machine” by Grand Funk Railroad peaked at number 43 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Tracy” by Cuff Links peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Walk On By” by Isaac Hayes peaked at number 50 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “We Must Be In Love” by Five Stairsteps peaked at number 88 on the Canada pop singles chart.

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

In 1969, “Delta Lady” by Joe Cocker peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Golden Slumbers / Carry That Weight (medley)” by Trash peaked at number 35 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Love's Been Good To Me” by Frank Sinatra peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Oh Well” by Fleetwood Mac peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Put A Little Love In Your Heart” by The Dave Clark Five peaked at number 31 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Return Of Django / Dollar In The Teeth” by Upsetters peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Robin's Return” by Neville Dickie peaked at number 33 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1969, 😉 “Hair / Without You” by Doug Parkinson In Focus peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Soul Deep” by The Box Tops peaked at number 7 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Sweet Caroline (Good Times Never Seemed So Good)” by Neil Diamond peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1969, “The Star” by Ross D. Wyllie peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1969, 😉 “Sugar, Sugar” by The Archies peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Shangri-La” by The Kinks peaked at number 24 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Suite: Judy Blue Eyes” by Crosby, Stills and Nash peaked at number 30 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Well All Right” by Blind Faith peaked at number 20 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Norway 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1969, “Rekkene” by Asa [NO] peaked at number 4 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1969, “Grüezi wohl, Frau Stirnimaa!” by Die Minstrels peaked at number 1 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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