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The 60's Datebook for December 5

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In 1960, 12 x 05 = 60

In 1960, R.C., “The Big Time Spender (Parts I and II)” by Cornbread and Biscuits peaked at #75 on the pop singles chart.

In 1960, Billboard reports five “answer records” to Elvis Presleyʹs “Are You Lonesome Tonight?” have been released. Four of them are versions of the same song, “Yes, Iʹm Lonesome Tonight.” The other is the standard “Oh How I Miss You Tonight.”

In 1964, Gilliganʹs Island episode number ten. “Waiting For Watubi”. While digging, the Skipper uncovers a carved statue of a Tiki God. He then believes a curse has fallen on him for disturbing the resting-place of Watubi, and that his days are numbered. Gilligan dresses up as Watubi, and performs a special ritual dance that the Skipper believes will lift the curse. It is an earth-shaking experience!

In 1964, On the cover of TV Guide: “cast of No Time for Sergeants”. Other Articles: Tina Louise, Gomer Pyle

In 1964, R.C., “Ringo” by Lorne Greene peaked at number one on the pop singles chart; it had nothing to do with The Beatles.

In 1964, R.C., “Sidewalk Surfin'” by Jan and Dean peaked at #25 on the pop singles chart.

In 1964, R.C., “Time Is On My Side” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number six on the pop singles chart.

In 1966, Gilliganʹs Island episode #81. “And Then There Were None”. One by one, all of the Castaways mysteriously disappear. Gilligan then dreams that he is Doctor Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. In the end, Gilligan rescues them from the hidden World War II munitions pit that they have all fallen into.

In 1966, On Dark Shadows, Matthew Morgan (Thayer David) took Victoria Winters (Alexandra Moltke) hostage at the Old House, and hid her in a secret room behind the drawing room bookcase.

In 1967, The Beatles throw a party to celebrate the opening of the Apple Boutique(tm) on 94 Baker Street, London.

In 1968, Graham Nash quit the Hollies because he disagreed with the groupʹs plans to record an album of Bob Dylan songs (he later forms Crosby, Stills and Nash).

In 1968, “Jungle Book — Walt Disney Presents” album (soundtrack) was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1969, In a Brady Bunch episode called “Every Boy Does It Once”, Bobby Brady is convinced that nobody loves him and decides to run away; Already tired of hand-me-downs and believing that his stepmother hates him, the seven-year-old starts packing when his brothers and stepsisters donʹt include him in their plans and leave him at home alone.

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

In 1964, 😉 “Ringo” by Lorne Greene peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, 😉🤣 “Sidewalk Surfin'” by Jan and Dean peaked at number 25 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Ain't It The Truth” by Mary Wells peaked at number 45 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Big Man In Town” by The Four Seasons peaked at number 20 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Here She Comes” by The Tymes peaked at number 92 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Hey, Little One” by J. Frank Wilson and The Cavaliers peaked at number 85 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “I Won't Forget You” by Jim Reeves peaked at number 93 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Mountain Of Love” by Johnny Rivers peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Opportunity” by Jewels peaked at number 64 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Pretend You Don't See Her” by Bobby Vee peaked at number 97 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Right Or Wrong” by Ronnie Dove peaked at number 14 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Rome Will Never Leave You” by Richard Chamberlain peaked at number 99 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Time Is On My Side” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Walking In The Rain” by The Ronettes peaked at number 23 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “We Could” by Al Martino peaked at number 41 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1964, 😉🤣 “Sidewalk Surfin'” by Jan and Dean peaked at number 12 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Ain't It The Truth” by Mary Wells peaked at number 35 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Come A Little Bit Closer” by Jay and The Americans peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Don't Bring Me Down” by The Pretty Things peaked at number 34 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Four Strong Winds” by Bill Parsons As Bobby Bare peaked at number 40 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “I Don't Care What They Say” by Becky and The Lollipops peaked at number 32 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Is It True?” by Brenda Lee peaked at number 8 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “She's Not There” by The Zombies peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Walking In The Rain” by The Ronettes peaked at number 16 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “You Should Have Seen The Way He Looked At Me” by Dixie Cups peaked at number 20 on the Canada pop singles chart.

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

In 1964, “I'm Gonna Be Strong” by Gene Pitney peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Little Red Rooster” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Losing You” by Dusty Springfield peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “One Heart Between Two” by Dave Berry peaked at number 41 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Show Me Girl” by Herman's Hermits peaked at number 19 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “So Deep Is The Night” by Ken Dodd peaked at number 31 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “When I Grow Up (To Be A Man)” by The Beach Boys peaked at number 27 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1964, “Come A Little Bit Closer” by Jay and The Americans peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Five By Five / Around and Around” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 17 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1964, “I'm Into Something Good” by Herman's Hermits peaked at number 11 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1964, “The Twelfth Of Never” by Cliff Richard peaked at number 6 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1964, “Baby Love” by The Supremes peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Norway 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1964, “Sha-La-La” by Manfred Mann peaked at number 7 on the Norway pop singles chart.

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