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In 1970, R.C., “Coal Minerʹs Daughter” by Loretta Lynn peaked at #83 on the pop singles chart.
In 1970, R.C., “My Sweet Lord” by George Harrison peaked at number one on the pop singles chart. George stole the melody from The Chiffonsʹ “Heʹs So Fine” according to a court ruling. Meanwhile, his triple-album “All Things Must Pass” entered the pop chart.
In 1970, “Rose Garden” by Lynn Anderson begins a dozen weeks as the number one country song, also making it to number three on the Top-40 charts. It was written by Joe smith, inspired by the book “I Never Promised You A Rose Garden” by Joanne Greenberg. Became a movie in 1977.
In 1971, Muhammad Ali finishes off German Jürgen Blin with a thundering right cross for a 7th-round knockout in a non-title heavyweight boxing contest in Zurich, Switzerland.
In 1972, At The Movies “Poseidon Adventure”, “Across 110th Street”, (Anthony Quinn, Yaphet Kotto, Anthony Franciosa) “Man Of LaMancha” (Peter OʹToole)
In 1972, The biggest recorded individual money loss to date took place when Arthur Decio of Elkhart, Indiana, lost $25 million due to a drop in the stock market. Heck, itʹs only paper!
In 1973, AT THE MOVIES “THE STING” (Paul Newman and Robert Redford); “THE EXORCIST” (Linda Blair, Ellyn Burstyn, Lee J. Cobb)
In 1973, The demon-possession horror film “The Exorcist” starring Linda Blair (with Mercedes McCambridgeʹs voice as the possessing devil), Ellen Burstyn, and Max von Sydow premiered in 24 theaters around the U.S.A. while Blair did a 360 degree turn. It was rated R.
In 1973, Two Skylab Three astronauts walk in space for a record seven hours.
In 1974, JACK BENNY DIES Comedyʹs most famous 39-year-old penny-pincher was 80. In 1999, 25 years later, David Tanny has has become the Internetʹs most famous penny-pincher. Just keeping the spirit of Jack Benny alive while I compose these Datebooks…as well as soliticing donations.
In 1975, “Showoffs”, TV Game Show; last aired on ABC. After that airdate, ABC declared that they got this show...off...their daytime sked!
In 1976, HOT NEW ALBUM “HOTEL CALIFORNIA” from the EAGLES also includes “LIFE IN THE FAST LANE” and “NEW KID IN TOWN”
In 1977, HOT NEW ALBUM “SLOWHAND” from ERIC CLAPTON includes “LAY DOWN SALLY”
In 1978, “Live Bootleg” album by Aerosmith was certified Platinum by the RIAA
In 1978, “Macho Man” album by Village People was certified Platinum by the RIAA
In 1973, "The Exorcist" was released by Warner Bros.; William Friedkin (director); William Peter Blatty (screenplay); Ellen Burstyn, Max von Sydow, Lee J. Cobb, Kitty Winn, Jack MacGowran, Jason Miller, Linda Blair, Father William O'Malley, Father Thomas Bermingham, Peter Masterson, Robert Symonds, Barton Heyman, Rudolf Schündler, Arthur Storch, Titos Vandis, William Peter Blatty, Mercedes McCambridge, Eileen Dietz, Vasiliki Maliaros, Dick Callinan, Gina Petrushka
In 1977, "ABBA: The Movie" was released by Warner Bros. Pictures / Polar Music / Reg Grundy Productions; Lasse Hallström (director/screenplay); Robert Caswell (screenplay); Anni-Frid Lyngstad, Benny Andersson, Björn Ulvaeus, Agnetha Fältskog, Robert Hughes, Tom Oliver, Stig Anderson, Richard Norton, Bruce Barry; Drama, Documentary; Live Action
In 1970, “After The Feeling Is Gone” by Five Flights Up peaked at number 89 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Black Night” by Deep Purple peaked at number 66 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Can't Stop Loving You” by Tom Jones peaked at number 25 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Carolina In My Mind” by James Taylor peaked at number 67 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Coal Miner's Daughter” by Loretta Lynn peaked at number 83 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Everything Is Going To Be Alright” by Teegarden and Van Winkle peaked at number 84 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Free To Carry On” by The Sandpipers peaked at number 94 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Help Me Find A Way (To Say I Love You)” by Little Anthony and The Imperials peaked at number 92 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “I'm Not My Brother's Keeper” by Flaming Ember peaked at number 34 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Morning” by Jim Ed Brown peaked at number 47 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “One Less Bell To Answer” by The 5th Dimension peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Paranoid” by Black Sabbath peaked at number 61 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, ⛪ “My Sweet Lord” by George Harrison peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is?” by Chicago peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Give Us One More Chance” by Pagliario peaked at number 58 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Sacroiliac Boop” by Happy Feeling peaked at number 42 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Satin Red and Black Velvet Woman” by Dave Mason peaked at number 80 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Stoned Love” by The Supremes peaked at number 9 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “When The Party Is Over” by Robert John peaked at number 60 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, 🎄 “Merry Christmas Darling” by The Carpenters peaked at number 50 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, 🎄🤣 “Santa Claus Is Comin' To Town” by The Jackson 5 peaked at number 76 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Rozegeur and Marjolein” by Herman van Veen peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1970, “See Me, Feel Me” by The Who peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1970, “She Likes Weeds” by Tee Set peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
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