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The 70's Datebook for October 7

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In 1970, Ten x 07 = 70

In 1971, On The Doctors, Dr. Steve Aldrich (David O'Brien) was arrested for the murder of Dr. Dan Allison.

In 1971, The animated and live-action feature film, “Bedknobs and Broomsticks” premieres in London, England. It cost almost $20 million to make.

In 1972, R.C., “Back Stabbers” by OʹJays peaked at number three on the pop singles chart.

In 1972, R.C., “Go All The Way” by Raspberries peaked at number five on the pop singles chart.

In 1972, R.C., “Speak To The Sky” by Rick Springfield peaked at #14 on the pop singles chart.

In 1972, TV Guide puts the cast of “Bonanza” on the cover and asks “How theyʹll carry on without Hoss.” It turns out…they donʹt. With the sudden death of Dan Blocker from a blood clot in his lung after routine gall bladder surgery, thereʹs no joy on the set, much less in the writers room, the series takes a dark turn, and after NBC boots the series from Sundays to Tuesday nights and whole show heads to Boot Hill after half a season.

In 1976, Elton John comes out as a bisexual in the new issue of “Rolling Stone Magazine.” “Thereʹs nothing wrong with going to bed with somebody of your own sex. I think everybodyʹs bisexual to a certain degree. I donʹt think Itʹs just me. I just think people should be very free with sex. They should draw the line at goats.”

In 1977, Genesis guitarist Steve Hackett left the group for a solo career. He had replaced the former Genesis guitarist Anthony Phillips, who left to study classical guitar and make solo albums.

In 1977, RCA releases David Bowieʹs “Heroes,” his second album recorded in Berlin and produced by Brian Eno.

In 1977, The Queen double-A single “We Are the Champions” (by lead singer Freddie Mercury) and “We Will Rock You” (by lead guitarist Brian May) was released in the United Kingdom by EMI Records.

In 1977, TVʹS MIDNIGHT SPECIAL Host KENNY ROGERS (“DAYTIME FRIENDS”), ANDY GIBB (“THICKER THAN WATER”), DEBBY BOONE, SUPERTRAMP

In 1977, “Oh, God” starring George Burns, John Denver, and Teri Garr, opened in several New York theaters.

In 1978, In a classic “Saturday Night Live” moment, Todd DiLaMuca and Lisa Loopner (Bill Murray and Gilda Radner) crack up upon seeing refrigerator repairman Dan Aykroydʹs low-hanging pants.

In 1978, On the cover of TV Guide: “World Series”. Other Articles: Gilliganʹs Island, Lifeline

In 1978, R.C., “Donʹt Look Back” by Boston peaked at number four on the pop singles chart.

In 1978, R.C., “Hollywood Nights” by Bob Seger peaked at #12 on the pop singles chart.

In 1978, Roseanne Roseannadana Goes To Studio 54 on Saturday Night Live.

In 1978, The Rolling Stones performed three songs on “Saturday Night Live.” They performed “Respectable” and “Beast Of Burden” on “Saturday Night Live.” Mick is interviewed by Tom Snyder, done by “Dan Aykroyd”.

In 1978, Totoʹs “Hold The Line” is released.

In 1977, "Oh, God!" was released by Warner Bros. Pictures; Carl Reiner (director); Larry Gelbart (screenplay); George Burns, John Denver, Teri Garr, Donald Pleasence, Ralph Bellamy, William Daniels, Barnard Hughes, Paul Sorvino, Barry Sullivan, Dinah Shore, Carl Reiner, Jeff Corey, George Furth, David Ogden Stiers, Titos Vandis, Moosie Drier, Jerry Dunphy, Mario Machado, Connie Sawyer, Wonderful Smith, Murphy Dunne, Zane Buzby, Bob McClurg, Rachel Longaker, Jane Lambert; Comedy; Live Action

In 1977, "A Piece of the Action" was released by Universal Pictures / First Artists; Sidney Poitier (director); Charles Blackwell (screenplay); Sidney Poitier, Bill Cosby, James Earl Jones, Denise Nicholas, Hope Clarke, Tracy Reed, Titos Vandis, Frances Foster, Jason Evers, Marc Lawrence, Ja'net Dubois, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Ernest Lee Thomas, Estelle Evans; Crime, Comedy; Live Action

In 1977, "Rolling Thunder" was released by American International Pictures / Lawrence Gordon Productions / TBC Film; John Flynn (director); Paul Schrader, Heywood Gould (screenplay); William Devane, Tommy Lee Jones, Linda Haynes, James Best, Dabney Coleman, Luke Askew, James Victor, Cassie Yates, Paul A. Partain, James N. Harrell, Carol Baass Sowa, Lawrason Driscoll, Lisa Blake Richards, Randy Hermann, Charles Escamilla, Pete Ortega, Jordan Gerler, Jacque Burandt; Drama, Thriller; Live Action

U.S. 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1972, “Backstabbers” by The O'Jays peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Brandy” by The O'Jays peaked at number 79 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Crazy Feelin'” by Jefferson Starship peaked at number 54 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Dedicated To The One I Love” by Temprees peaked at number 93 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Don't Look Back” by Boston peaked at number 4 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “For Emily, Whenever I May Find Her” by Simon And Garfunkel peaked at number 53 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Geronimo's Cadillac” by Michael Murphey peaked at number 37 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Go All The Way” by Raspberries peaked at number 5 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Happier Than The Morning Sun” by B.J. Thomas peaked at number 100 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Hollywood Nights” by Bob Seger And The Silver Bullet Band peaked at number 12 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Oh! Darling” by Robin Gibb peaked at number 15 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “One More Chance” by Ocean peaked at number 76 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Play Me” by Neil Diamond peaked at number 11 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Speak To The Sky” by Rick Springfield peaked at number 14 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Sweet Caroline (Good Times Never Seemed So Good)” by Bobby Womack peaked at number 51 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “With Pen In Hand” by Bobby Goldsboro peaked at number 94 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1978, “5-7-0-5” by City Boy peaked at number 55 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1972, “A Piece Of Paper” by Gladstone peaked at number 35 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Backstabbers” by The O'Jays peaked at number 39 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Badlands” by Bruce Springsteen peaked at number 44 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Beautiful Sunday” by Daniel Boone peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Boogie Oogie Oogie” by A Taste Of Honey peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Break It To Them Gently” by Burton Cummings peaked at number 9 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Don't Hide Your Love” by Cher peaked at number 44 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Don't Look Back” by Boston peaked at number 6 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Flyin'” by Prism peaked at number 41 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1972, “For Emily, Whenever I May Find Her” by Simon And Garfunkel peaked at number 65 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1972, “From The Beginning” by Emerson, Lake And Palmer peaked at number 34 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Geronimo's Cadillac” by Michael Murphey peaked at number 30 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Go All The Way” by Raspberries peaked at number 5 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Hollywood Nights” by Bob Seger And The Silver Bullet Band peaked at number 12 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Honky Cat” by Elton John peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Love Theme From 'The Eyes Of Laura Mars' (Prisoner)” by Barbra Streisand peaked at number 48 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1978, “On The Dark Side Of Atlanta / All I See Is Your Face” by Dan Hill peaked at number 35 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Run To Me” by The Bee Gees peaked at number 6 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Summer Nights” by John Travolta And Olivia Newton-John peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1978, “You And I” by Rick James peaked at number 15 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1972, “You're All I Need” by The Barron Knights peaked at number 85 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1978, “You” by McCrarys peaked at number 88 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1978, ✪ “The Winker's Song” by Ivor Biggun peaked at number 22 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1978, “And The Band Played On” by Flash And The Pan peaked at number 54 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Down At The Doctors” by Dr. Feelgood peaked at number 48 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Hollywood Nights” by Bob Seger And The Silver Bullet Band peaked at number 42 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1978, “It's Better Than Good Time” by Gladys Knight And The Pips peaked at number 59 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Juke Box Gypsy” by Lindisfarne peaked at number 56 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1978, “L.A. Connection” by Rainbow peaked at number 40 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Love Don't Live Here Anymore” by Rose Royce peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Summer Night City” by ABBA peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Suzanne Beware Of The Devil” by Dandy Livingstone peaked at number 14 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Wig-Wam Bam” by The Sweet peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “You Came, You Saw, You Conquered” by The Pearls peaked at number 32 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1978, “You Make Me Feel (Mighty Real)” by Sylvester peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1972, ✪ “Sea Side Shuffle” by Terry Dactyl And The Dinosaurs peaked at number 20 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Boppin' The Blues” by Blackfeather peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Hey Lord, Don't Ask Me Questions / Watch The Moon Come Down” by Graham Parker And The Rumour peaked at number 24 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Never Let Her Slip Away / Genevieve” by Andrew Gold peaked at number 55 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Rock And Roll Outlaw / Remedy” by Rose Tattoo peaked at number 68 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Run To Me / Road To Alaska” by The Bee Gees peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band / With A Little Help From My Friends / A Day In The Life” by The Beatles peaked at number 90 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1978, “The Hungry Years / Soon As Your Thing is Done” by Doug Parkinson And The Southern Star Band peaked at number 88 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1978, “Fool (If You Think It's Over)” by Chris Rea peaked at number 31 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Two Out Of Three Ain't Bad” by Meat Loaf peaked at number 9 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1972, “Bottoms Up” by Middle Of The Road peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Don't Look Back” by Boston peaked at number 14 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Forget About You” by The Motors peaked at number 47 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Hopelessly Devoted To You” by Olivia Newton-John peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Ik zal geen traan meer om je laten” by De Wiko's peaked at number 32 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1978, “In eenzame nachten” by Zangeres Zonder Naam peaked at number 41 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Mary Mary (Take Me 'Cross The Water)” by Tee Set peaked at number 17 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Mexico” by The Les Humphries Singers peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Stand By Me” by Golden Earring peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Sweet Nothings” by Renée [NL] peaked at number 15 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Wig-Wam Bam” by The Sweet peaked at number 6 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Zo is het leven” by Vader Abraham peaked at number 27 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Sweden 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1978, “5-7-0-5” by City Boy peaked at number 11 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Mexican Girl” by Smokie peaked at number 16 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Picture This” by Blondie peaked at number 15 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Substitute” by Clout peaked at number 13 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Summer Night City” by ABBA peaked at number 1 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Vittring” by Magnus Uggla peaked at number 12 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

Norway 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1972, “Wig-Wam Bam” by The Sweet peaked at number 6 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1972, ✪ “Sylvia's Mother” by Dr. Hook And The Medicine Show peaked at number 3 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Dancing In The City” by Marshall Hain peaked at number 4 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Kiss Me” by C. Jérôme peaked at number 5 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Summer Night City” by ABBA peaked at number 5 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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