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The 70's Datebook for August 30

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In 1971, “Signs” single by Five Man Electrical Band was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1972, Actress Cameron Diaz, who starred in such films as “Thereʹs Something About Mary,” “Being John Malkovich” and “Any Given Sunday,” born.

In 1973, Rolling Stone reported that The Doors had broken up after the death of Jim Morrison and that keyboardist Ray Manzarek (man-ZAYRʹ-ek) was putting together a new band.

In 1974, ABCʹS “IN CONCERT” Appearing: HUES CORPORATION (“ROCK THE BOAT”), OʹJAYS (“FOR THE LOVE OF MONEY”), FLASH CADILLAC and THE CONTINENTAL KIDS

In 1974, AT THE MOVIES Disneyʹs “THE CASTAWAY COWBOY” (James Garner, Vera Miles, Robert Culp)

In 1974, “The Brady Bunch”, TV Comedy; last aired on ABC. Rest assurred, that wasnʹt the last youʹll ever see of the Bradys.

In 1975, In an amazing swap, “Speed Buggy”, TV Cartoon Show; last aired on CBS and moved to ABC, while “The Bugs Bunny Show”, TV Cartoon Show, last aired on ABC and moved to CBS.

In 1975, On the cover of TV Guide: “Carroll OʹConnor”. Other Articles: MASH, Asimov

In 1975, R.C., “Get Down Tonight” by K.C. and The Sunshine Band peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.

In 1975, R.C., “How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You)” by James Taylor peaked at number five on the pop singles chart.

In 1975, “Jeannie”, “My Favorite Martians”, TV Cartoon Shows, and “The Hudson Bros. Razzle Dazzle Show”, TV childrens comedy, last aired on CBS.

In 1975, “Star Trek”, a TV Cartoon Show based on the 1960s series, and “The Addams Family”, TV Cartoon Show based on the 1960s sitcom; last aired on NBC.

In 1975, “Yogiʹs Gang”, TV Cartoon Show, last aired on ABC.

In 1976, Tom Brokaw became the news anchor of NBCʹs Today Show.

In 1976, “The Howdy Doody Show (as The New Howdy Doody Show)” returned to be airing new episodes in syndication.

In 1977, “Baa Baa Black Sheep”, TV Adventure; last aired on NBC.

In 1977, “Phyllis”, TV Comedy; last aired on CBS.

In 1978, “Police Woman”, TV Crime Drama; last aired on NBC.

In 1979, President Carter was attacked by a rabbit on a canoe trip in Plains, Georgia. Whatʹs up, doc?

In 1979, The first recorded occurrance of a comet hitting the sun occurred (the energy released is about equal to one million hydrogen bombs).

In 1972, "The Last House on the Left" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 1972, "Deliverance" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 1978, "Avalanche" was released by New World Pictures; Corey Allen (director/screenplay); Claude Pola (screenplay); Rock Hudson, Robert Forster, Mia Farrow, Jeanette Nolan, Rick Moses, Steve Franken, Barry Primus, Cathey Paine, Jerry Douglas, Antony Carbone, X Brands; Disaster; Live Action

U.S. 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1975, “Alvin Stone (The Birth And Death Of A Gangster)” by Fantastic Four peaked at number 74 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1975, “Chocolate Chip” by Isaac Hayes And Hot Buttered Soul peaked at number 92 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1975, “Department Of Youth” by Alice Cooper peaked at number 67 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1975, “Dream Merchant” by New Birth peaked at number 36 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1975, “For Your Love” by Christopher, Paul And Shawn peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1975, “Get Down Tonight” by K.C. And The Sunshine Band peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1975, “Glasshouse” by The Temptations peaked at number 37 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1975, “Holdin' On To Yesterday” by Ambrosia peaked at number 17 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1975, “How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You)” by James Taylor peaked at number 5 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1975, “I Like It Like That” by Kenny Loggins With Jim Messina peaked at number 84 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1975, “Sweet Maxine” by The Doobie Brothers peaked at number 40 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1975, “You Are A Song” by Batdorf And Rodney peaked at number 87 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1975, ✪ “Why Can't We Be Friends?” by War peaked at number 6 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1975, “'Til The World Ends” by Three Dog Night peaked at number 26 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1975, “Get The Cream Off The Top” by Eddie Kendricks peaked at number 66 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1975, “Help Me, Rhonda” by Johnny Rivers peaked at number 29 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1975, “Holdin' On To Yesterday” by Ambrosia peaked at number 37 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1975, “Louie Louie” by Goddo peaked at number 75 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1975, “Love Has No Pride” by Susan Jacks peaked at number 71 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1975, “Northbound Plane” by Ray Materick peaked at number 70 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1975, “Rendezvous” by The Hudson Brothers peaked at number 35 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1975, “So What If I Am” by Paper Lace peaked at number 64 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1975, “Someone Saved My Life Tonight” by Elton John peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1975, “That's When The Music Takes Me” by Neil Sedaka peaked at number 16 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1975, “You Come And You Go” by Odia Coates peaked at number 72 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1975, “Blanket On The Ground” by Billie Jo Spears peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1975, “Brazil” by The Ritchie Family peaked at number 41 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1975, “El Bimbo” by Bimbo Jet peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1975, “It's Been So Long” by George McCrae peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1975, “Knockin' On Heaven's Door” by Eric Clapton peaked at number 38 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1975, “Love Won't Let Me Wait” by Major Harris peaked at number 37 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1975, “Rochdale Cowboy” by Mike Harding peaked at number 22 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1975, “Summer Of '42” by Biddu Orchestra peaked at number 14 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1975, “The Best Thing That Ever Happened To Me” by Gladys Knight And The Pips peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1975, “All My Friends Are Getting Married / Saturday Night” by Skyhooks peaked at number 2 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1975, “Attitude Dancing / Are You Ticklish” by Carly Simon peaked at number 70 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1975, “Bony Moronie / Rocking Gypsy King” by Hush peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1975, “Good Good Morning / Anyone Who Had A Heart” by Vikki Broughton peaked at number 99 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1975, “I Don't Like To Sleep Alone / How Can Anything Be Beautiful After You” by Paul Anka With Odia Coates / Paul Anka peaked at number 74 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1975, “I'm Not Lisa / For The First Time” by Jessi Colter peaked at number 31 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1975, “It's A Miracle / One Of These Days” by Barry Manilow peaked at number 84 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1975, “Michael / I Bit Off More Than I Could Chew” by Suzi Quatro peaked at number 100 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1975, “Oh Boy / Alone Again Naturally” by Diana Trask peaked at number 10 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1975, “Rosanna / Excerpts From Four Moments” by Sebastian Hardie peaked at number 55 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1975, “Someone Saved My Life Tonight / House Of Cards” by Elton John peaked at number 54 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1975, “Takin' A Chance / For The Good Times” by Reg Lindsay peaked at number 95 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1975, “Are You Still Mad At Me” by Dana peaked at number 37 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1975, “I Do, I Do, I Do, I Do, I Do” by ABBA peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1975, “Doedelzakke-pakkie” by Nico Haak en de Paniekzaaiers peaked at number 9 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1975, “The Hustle” by Van McCoy And The Soul City Symphony peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Norway 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1975, “Give A Little Love” by Bay City Rollers peaked at number 4 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1975, “S.O.S.” by ABBA peaked at number 3 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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