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The 70's Datebook for March 16

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In 1970, COVER OF NEWSWEEK The hemline battle: MINI or MIDI

In 1970, COVER STORY OF TIME “HEROIN HITS THE YOUNG”

In 1971, Joanne Dorian aired for the final time as Victoria Lord on One Life to Live. Dorian had replaced Gillian Spencer, the original Viki, in October 1970. Erika Slezak assumed the role on March 17, 1971 and played Viki (and her alters) for the next 42 years.

In 1971, On Dark Shadows, Morgan Collins (Keith Prentice) returned to normal after James Forsythe's spirit left his body. Meanwhile, Josette (Mary Cooper) told Bramwell (Jonathan Frid) that Daphne (Kate Jackson) was dying.

In 1971, THE WHO RECORDING SESSION “WONʹT GET FOOLED AGAIN” is cut at STARGROVES studio, BERKSHIRE, England. The edited single version would reach record stores in late June

In 1971, “Mud Slide Slim and The Blue Horizon” album by James Taylor was released

In 1972, In a nationally broadcast address, President Richard Nixon called for a moratorium on court-ordered school busing to achieve racial desegregation.

In 1973, ABCʹS “IN CONCERT” Appearing: STEVEN STILLS and MANASSAS, BREWER and SHIPLEY (“ONE TOKE OVER THE LINE”), RANDY NEWMAN (“MAMA TOLD ME NOT TO COME”)

In 1973, In a Brady Bunch episode called “You Canʹt Win 'Em All”, Cindy and Bobby are picked to be tested for an appearance on a childrenʹs TV quiz show, Cindy decides to prepare for the test while Bobby is confident that he can handle it without any effort. One of the Brady kids fails the test; the other develops a TV star personality.

In 1973, THE MIDNIGHT SPECIAL Host PAUL ANKA, plus BOBBY DARIN, FANNY, TAMMY WYNETTE and GEORGE JONES, DOOBIE BROTHERS

In 1974, On the cover of TV Guide: “Carol Burnett and Vicki Lawrence”. Other Articles: Upstairs-Downst., The Six Million Dollar Man.

In 1974, R.C., “Billy, Donʹt Be A Hero” by Paper Lace peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart.

In 1974, The Grand Ole Opry gives its first performance at the new Grand Ole Opry House. President Richard Nixon appears at the event. Roy Acuff, who gives Nixon a yo-yo demonstration, is the first performer, doing “Wabash Cannonball.” The rest of the Opry cast appears alphabetically, beginning with Bill Anderson

In 1976, Nine p.m./ET “M*A*S*H” (CBS): The 4077th swarms with reporters after a famous boxer (Pat McNamara) suffers a massive stroke during a tour. Major Hatch: Earl Boen. Mulcahy: William Christopher. Hawkeye: Alan Alda. B.J.: Mike Farrell. Klinger: Jamie Farr.

In 1977, A-and-M Records tore up its contract with the Sex Pistols only a week after signing the band with much hoopla.

In 1978, The movie “American Hot Wax” (about influential DJ Alan Freed) premieres

In 1979, THE MIDNIGHT SPECIAL Host RICK JAMES (“YOU AND I”) plus NICOLETTE LARSEN (“LOTTA LOVE”); ANNE MURRAY (“YOU NEEDED ME”, “YOU WONʹT SEE ME”); CHUCK MANGIONE (“FEELS SO GOOD”)

In 1979, Twisted Sister became the first band to sell out New York Cityʹs Palladium without ever releasing a record — the band didnʹt sign a record deal until three years later.

In 1979, “Makin' It”, TV Comedy, last aired on ABC. The theme song was featured in the 1979 comedy movie “Meatballs.” Casey Kasem in his American Top 40 show teased the upcoming song to be played on his show by saying, “Coming up, the theme song, that was makin' it on the singles chart, of a TV show, that didnʹt.”

In 1979, “The China Syndrome” starring Jack Lemmon, Jane Fonda, and Michael Douglas opened nationwide. Two weeks later, theater marquees proclaim “Itʹs happening In Harrisburg!” Another week after that, “Saturday Night Live” spoofed it in one of their most excellent parodies of all time in “The Pepsi Syndrome.”

In 1979, “Time Passages” album (or Time PaSSSSageSS when you overwhistle those “S”'s!) by Al Stewart was certified Platinum by the RIAA

In 1979, “WINGS OVER THE WORLD”, a 90 minute syndicated TV special featuring highlights of PAUL McCARTNEYʹs 1976 World Tour, aired.

In 1973, "The Crazies" was released by Cambist Films / Pittsburgh Films; George A. Romero (director/screenplay); W.G. McMillan, Lynn Lowry, Richard Liberty, Richard France, Ned Schmidtke, Bill Hinzman, Lane Carroll, Harold Wayne Jones, Lloyd Hollar, Harry Spillman, Will Disney, Leland Starnes, Bill Thunhurst, A.C. McDonald, Robert J. McCully, Robert Karlowsky, Tony Scott

In 1973, "Forced Entry" was released by Variety Films / Boojum Productions; Shaun Costello (director/screenplay); Tim Long, Laura Cannon, Jutta David, Shaun Costello, Ruby Runhouse, Nina Fawcett

In 1979, "California Dreaming" was released by American International Pictures; John D. Hancock (director); Ned Wynn (screenplay); Glynnis O'Connor, Dennis Christopher, Seymour Cassel, Tanya Roberts, Dorothy Tristan, John Calvin, Todd Susman, Alice Playten; Comedy, Drama; Live Action

In 1979, "The China Syndrome" was released by Columbia Pictures / IPC Films / Major Studio Partners; James Bridges (director/screenplay); Mike Gray, T.S. Cook (screenplay); Jane Fonda, Jack Lemmon, Michael Douglas, Scott Brady, Wilford Brimley, James Hampton, Peter Donat, Richard Herd, Daniel Valdez, Stan Bohrman, James Karen; Drama, Neo-Noir, Thriller; Live Action

In 1979, "The Riddle of the Sands" was released by Rank Film Distributors / Worldmark Productions; Tony Maylam (director/screenplay); John Bailey (screenplay); Michael York, Simon MacCorkindale, Jenny Agutter, Alan Badel, Michael Sheard, Hans Meyer, Wolf Kahler, Olga Lowe, Jurgen Andersen, Ronald Markham; Spy, Thriller; Live Action

U.S. 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1974, “Sexy Mama” by The Moments peaked at number 17 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1974, “Baby Come Close” by Smokey Robinson peaked at number 62 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Houston (I'm Comin' To See You)” by Glen Campbell peaked at number 54 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1974, “I Just Can't Get You Out Of My Mind” by The Four Tops peaked at number 56 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Jet” by Paul McCartney And Wings peaked at number 5 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Jungle Boogie” by Kool And The Gang peaked at number 29 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Love Song” by Anne Murray peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Molly” by Bearfoot peaked at number 45 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Mr. Natural” by The Bee Gees peaked at number 90 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Nice To Be Around” by Maureen McGovern peaked at number 88 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Sexy Mama” by The Moments peaked at number 65 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1974, “The Last Time I Saw Him” by Diana Ross peaked at number 8 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Trying To Hold On To My Woman” by Lamont Dozier peaked at number 43 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Us And Them” by Pink Floyd peaked at number 85 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Wheel Of Good Fortune” by Bill King peaked at number 84 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1974, “You've Been Wrong” by Joey Gregorash peaked at number 58 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1974, “Burn Baby Burn” by Hudson-Ford peaked at number 15 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Funky Nassau” by The Beginning Of The End peaked at number 31 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1974, “It's You” by Freddie Starr peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Just My Soul Responding” by Smokey Robinson peaked at number 35 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Until You Come Back To Me (That's What I'm Gonna Do)” by Aretha Franklin peaked at number 26 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Who Do You Think You Are?” by Candlewick Green peaked at number 21 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1974, ✪✪ “Billy, Don't Be A Hero” by Paper Lace peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1974, ✪✪ “Smokin' In The Boys Room” by Brownsville Station peaked at number 27 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1974, “My Coo-Ca-Choo / Pull Together” by Alvin Stardust peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Sky Diver” by Daniel Boone peaked at number 16 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1974, “Barber's Rock” by BZN peaked at number 26 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1974, “House Of The King” by Jan Akkerman peaked at number 17 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1974, “The Man Who Sold The World” by Lulu peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Austria 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1974, “Devil Gate Drive” by Suzi Quatro peaked at number 14 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1974, “La Paloma ade” by Mireille Mathieu peaked at number 3 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1974, “My Coo-Ca-Choo” by Alvin Stardust peaked at number 2 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Nina, Pretty Ballerina” by Björn And Benny, Anna And Frida (pre-ABBA) peaked at number 8 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1974, “No One Knew” by Chris Montez peaked at number 4 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Radar Love” by Golden Earring peaked at number 10 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Teenage Rampage” by The Sweet peaked at number 16 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Tell Laura I Love Her” by Albert West peaked at number 1 on the Austria pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1974, “Devil Gate Drive” by Suzi Quatro peaked at number 2 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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