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The 60's Datebook for December 1

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In 1960, Paul McCartney and Pete Best were deported from West Germany on suspicion of arson after their hotel room mysteriously caught fire. They had tried to light something to see and left a burn mark on a wall.

In 1961, In The Flintstones episode titled “THE BEAUTY CONTEST”, Fred and Barney are named judges of the Water Buffalo Lodgeʹs beauty contest--a fact they must keep from their wives.

In 1961, “The Huckleberry Hound Show” aired its final original show in syndication.

In 1962, On the cover of TV Guide: “Marty Ingels and John Astin of Iʹm Dickens, Heʹs Fenster”. Other Articles: Clint Eastwood, Jackie Gleason

In 1964, Buck Owens recorded "I've Got A Tiger By The Tail" and "Cryin' Time" during recording sessions at the Capitol Recording Studios in Hollywood, California. Owens later said he got the idea for "I've Got A Tiger By The Tail" after seeing an Esso gas station sign with the company's slogan at the time, "Put a tiger in your tank."

In 1965, TVʹS WHERE THE ACTION IS Appearing: THE MIRACLES (“SHOP AROUND”)

In 1966, Radio time signal WWV moves from Greenbelt, Maryland, to Boulder, Colorado.

In 1967, On Love is a Many Splendored Thing, Iris Donnelly (Leslie Charleson) crashed her car while arguing with Mark Elliott (Sam Wade).

In 1967, Wilt Chamberlain set an NBA record when he missed 22 free throws.

In 1967, The National League voted to expand by 1971 by adding two more teams. San Diego and Montreal joined the National League in 1969, when both leagues expanded and went to division play.

In 1969, “Blood, Sweat and Tears” album by Blood, Sweat and Tears was released

In 1969, “Santana” album by Santana was released

In 1969, “Stand!” album by Sly and The Family Stone was released

In 1966, "Follow Me, Boys!" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 1967, "Hells Angels on Wheels" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 1968, "The Green Slime" was released by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer; Kinji Fukasaku (director); Robert Horton, Luciana Paluzzi, Richard Jaeckel; Sci-Fi

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

In 1962, “Bobby's Girl” by Marcie Blaine peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Getting Ready For The Heartbreak” by Chuck Jackson peaked at number 88 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Heartbreaker” by Dean Christie peaked at number 87 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “I Can't Help It (If I'm Still In Love With You)” by Johnny Tillotson peaked at number 24 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “I Lost My Baby” by Joey Dee and The Starliters peaked at number 61 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry” by Johnny Tillotson peaked at number 89 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Lovers By Night, Strangers By Day” by The Fleetwoods peaked at number 36 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Mama Sang A Song” by Stan Kenton and His Orchestra (Stan Kenton) peaked at number 32 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Mama Sang A Song” by Walter Brennan peaked at number 38 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Next Door To The Blues” by Etta James peaked at number 71 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Stubborn Kind Of Fellow” by Marvin Gaye peaked at number 46 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “This Land Is Your Land” by Ketty Lester peaked at number 97 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “This Land Is Your Land” by New Christy Minstrels (as Christy Minstrels) peaked at number 93 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1962, 😉 “Telstar” by The Tornados peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, 😉🤣 “Heigh Ho” by The Fifth Estate peaked at number 25 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Back On The Street Again” by Sunshine Company peaked at number 50 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Footsteps” by Bobby Curtola peaked at number 68 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Glad To Be Unhappy” by The Mamas and The Papas peaked at number 6 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Kentucky Woman” by Neil Diamond peaked at number 16 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Lady Bird” by Nancy Sinatra and Lee Hazlewood peaked at number 26 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Like An Old Time Movie” by Scott McKenzie peaked at number 27 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Mary Ann Regrets” by Burl Ives peaked at number 8 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Please Love Me Forever” by Bobby Vinton peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “She Is Still A Mystery” by The Lovin' Spoonful peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “This Town” by Frank Sinatra peaked at number 52 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “Whole Lotta Woman” by Arthur Conley peaked at number 75 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1967, “You Mean The World To Me” by David Houston peaked at number 51 on the Canada pop singles chart.

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

In 1962, “Bobby's Girl” by Susan Maughan peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Devil Woman” by Marty Robbins peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “I'm Gonna Change Everything” by Jim Reeves peaked at number 42 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Limbo Rock” by Chubby Checker peaked at number 32 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “My Love and Devotion” by Matt Monro peaked at number 29 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “No One Can Make My Sunshine Smile” by The Everly Brothers peaked at number 11 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Oh, Lonesome Me” by Craig Douglas peaked at number 15 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “The Swiss Maid” by Del Shannon peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Warmed Over Kisses (Left Over Love)” by Brian Hyland peaked at number 28 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1962, “The Cha-Cha-Cha” by Bobby Rydell peaked at number 2 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1962, “Brandend zand (Heißer Sand)” by Anneke Grönloh peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Lessons In Love” by Cliff Richard and The Shadows peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Paradiso” by Anneke Grönloh peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Norway 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1962, “Send Me The Pillow You Dream On” by Johnny Tillotson peaked at number 3 on the Norway pop singles chart.

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