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The 70's Datebook for January 30

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In 1970, In a Brady Bunch episode called “Tiger! Tiger!”, The Bradys are upset when their dog runs away; when Bobby goes out to feed Tiger, he canʹt find the dog. They all chip in for a reward and to buy an ad in the paper, but Bobby fears the worst — that Tiger has been run over.

In 1970, “The Tim Conway Show” (1970 version) TV comedy began airing on CBS

In 1971, R.C., “Bridget The Midget (The Queen Of The Blues)” by Ray Stevens peaked at #50 on the pop singles chart.

In 1971, R.C., “Immigrant Song” by Led Zeppelin peaked at #16 on the pop singles chart.

In 1971, R.C., “Love The One Youʹre With” by Stephen Stills peaked at #14 on the pop singles chart.

In 1971, R.C., “We Gotta Get You A Woman” by Runt (Todd Rundgren) peaked at #20 on the pop singles chart.

In 1971, UCLA began their 88-game winning streak with a 74-61 win over UC Santa Barbara in a college basketball game.

In 1973, Heavy-metal monsters KISS played their first show at the Coventry Club in Queens, New York. The groupʹs makeup at this early stage is slightly different from the look audiences eventually will know them for. Paul Stanley recalls that itʹs more of a “New York Dolls look.”

In 1974, AT THE MOVIES Disneyʹs “SUPERDAD” (Bob Crane, Kurt Russell)

In 1974, Greg Lake of Emerson, Lake and Palmer went skinny dipping in a hotel swimming pool in Salt Lake City. The only problem: the pool was in full view of people on the street.

In 1975, COVER OF ROLLING STONE Comic FREDDIE PRINZE

In 1976, TVʹS MIDNIGHT SPECIAL Appearing: QUEEN (“BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY”), FIFTH DIMENSION, JANIS IAN; plus a salute to FRANK ZAPPA

In 1976, “The Practice” (1976 comedy version) debut on NBC.

In 1977, AT THE MOVIES “FREAKY FRIDAY” (Jodie Foster, Barbara Harris)

In 1977, Loosely based on the series of “Rabbi” mysteries by Harry Kemelman, NBCʹs “Laniganʹs Rabbi” stars Art Carney as a California police chief and Bruce Solomon as the rabbi who helps him solve cases.

In 1977, “The Hardy Boys/Nancy Drew Mysteries”, TV Crime Drama, stars Parker Stevenson and Shawn Cassidy (HB), and Pamela Sue Martin (ND); debut on ABC. Franklin W. Dixonʹs classic teen detectives come to life in “The Hardy Boys Mysteries.”

In 1978, Baby Iʹm Back (TV Comedy) first went on the air. He wasnʹt on for long.

In 1978, COVER OF PEOPLE LAVERNE and SHIRLEY (with LENNY and SQUIGGY); and inside: a story on RANDY (“SHORT PEOPLE”) NEWMAN

In 1978, Mutual Broadcasting Network begins airing The Larry King Show on radio.

In 1979, “Do Ya' Think Iʹm Sexy” single by Rod Stewart was certified Gold by the RIAA. Does Rod really think he was disco for doing this song?

In 1974, "The Bat People" was released by American International Pictures; Jerry Jameson (director); Lou Shaw (screenplay); Stewart Moss, Marianne McAndrew, Michael Pataki, Paul Carr, Arthur Space, Robert Berk, Pat Delaney, George Paulsin, Bonnie Van Dyke, Jennifer Kulik, Laurie Brooks Jefferson, Herb Pierce

U.S. 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1971, “Born To Wander” by Rare Earth peaked at number 17 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Groove Me” by King Floyd peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Immigrant Song” by Led Zeppelin peaked at number 16 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Lonely Days” by The Bee Gees peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Love The One You're With” by Stephen Stills peaked at number 14 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Mixed Up Guy” by Joey Scarbury peaked at number 73 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Mother” by John Lennon peaked at number 43 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Problem Child” by Mark Lindsay peaked at number 80 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “San Bernadino” by Christie peaked at number 100 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “We Gotta Get You A Woman” by Todd Rundgren (as Runt) peaked at number 20 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Where Are We Going” by Bobby Bloom peaked at number 84 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, ✪✪ “Bridget The Midget (The Queen Of The Blues)” by Ray Stevens peaked at number 50 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1971, “Church Street Soul Revival” by Tommy James And The Shondells peaked at number 55 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “If You Were Mine” by Ray Charles peaked at number 65 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Love The One You're With” by Stephen Stills peaked at number 6 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Mean Mistreater” by Grand Funk Railroad peaked at number 30 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Most Of All” by B.J. Thomas peaked at number 20 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “One Less Bell To Answer” by The 5th Dimension peaked at number 11 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Pay To The Piper” by Chairmen Of The Board peaked at number 12 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Problem Child” by Mark Lindsay peaked at number 49 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “They Can't Take Away Our Music” by Eric Burdon And War peaked at number 35 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1971, “Ain't Nothin' Like A Houseparty” by The Show Stoppers peaked at number 43 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Black Skin Blue Eyed Boys” by The Equals peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “It's Up To You, Petula” by Edison Lighthouse peaked at number 49 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “My Sweet Lord” by George Harrison peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “The Way You Look Tonight” by Edward Woodward peaked at number 42 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1971, “Lady D'Arbanville” by Cat Stevens peaked at number 20 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1971, “The Eye Of A Beautiful Girl / Song To Raymondo” by Autumn peaked at number 15 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Wild World” by Fourth House peaked at number 16 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1971, “Born To Wander” by Rare Earth peaked at number 28 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Do It” by Neil Diamond peaked at number 16 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Mr. Bojangles” by Nitty Gritty Dirt Band peaked at number 23 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Nothing Rhymed” by Gilbert O'Sullivan peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1971, “River Deep, Mountain High” by The Supremes And The Four Tops peaked at number 25 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

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