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The 80's Datebook for July 8

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In 1980, Jello Biafra (Eric Boucher) of The Dead Kennedys ran for Mayor of San Francisco. He did not win, but he was popular enough to not place last, either. (He was fourth.)

In 1981, On General Hospital, Victor Cassadine (Thaao Penghlis) ordered his men to find Alexandria Quartermaine.

In 1981, The Prime Interest Rate went to 20.5 percent. Yikes!

In 1982, On the cover of the Rolling Stone: movie star Sylvester Stallone. Itʹs Stallone again, naturally.

In 1985, On Ryan's Hope, Katie (Julia Campbell) fell down the stairs while arguing with Maggie (Cali Timmins).

In 1986, Farthest thrown object-an “Aerobie” flying ring, 383 m (1,257').

In 1986, President Reagan signs legislation moving up and fixing the start of daylight savings time to the first Sunday in April.

In 1987, Already a media star after day one, Oliver North begins his second day of testimony before Congress in the Iran-Contra hearings, becoming a daytime TV star pulling in more viewers than many game shows and soap operas, which got bumped or pre-empted (Sorry, Susan Lucci). He captured center stage as the Iran-Contra hearings were televised throughout the U.S.

In 1987, Oliver North began his second day of testimony before Congress in the Iran-Contra hearings, whose coverage bumped off many soap operas including “All My Children” starring Susan Lucci. Frankly, this is an outrage. We can always tune in CNN for such coverage. What a waste of broadcasting spectrum to essentially duplicate what CNN was doing and messing with the soap opera fans. Even in 1999, the networks still havenʹt learned their lesson as the audiences fed up with soap pre-emptions have slowly been leaving their watching habits behind, resulting in lower ratings for the daytimers nowadays.

In 1989, R.C., “Fire Woman” by The Cult peaked at #46 on the pop singles chart.

In 1989, R.C., “Good Thing” by Fine Young Cannibals peaked at number one on the pop singles chart. Itʹs a good thing David Tanny knows a number one hit when he hears one.

In 1989, R.C., “I Drove All Night” by Cyndi Lauper peaked at number six on the pop singles chart. If you drive all night, be sure to get enough rest.

In 1989, R.C., “In Your Eyes” by Peter Gabriel peaked at #41 on the pop singles chart.

In 1989, R.C., “My Brave Face” by Paul McCartney peaked at #25 on the pop singles chart.

In 1988, "Arthur 2: On the Rocks" was released by Warner Bros. Pictures; Bud Yorkin (director); Andy Breckman (screenplay); Dudley Moore, Liza Minnelli, John Gielgud, Geraldine Fitzgerald, Kathy Bates, Paul Benedict, Stephen Elliott, Cynthia Sikes, Ted Ross, Jack Gilford, Ron Canada, Barney Martin, David O'Brien, Daniel Greene, Molly McClure, Don Stark, Raymond O'Connor, Eagle-Eye Cherry, Daryl Edwards, David Sabin, Jason Wingreen; Comedy; Live Action

In 1988, "It Couldn't Happen Here" was released by Liberty Films; Jack Bond (director/screenplay); Neil Tennant, Chris Lowe, Joss Ackland, Neil Dickson, Gareth Hunt, Barbara Windsor; Musical; Live Action

In 1988, "Phantasm II" was released by Universal Pictures; Don Coscarelli (director/screenplay); Angus Scrimm, James LeGros, Reggie Bannister, Paula Irvine, Samantha Phillips, Kenneth Tigar, Stacey Travis, A. Michael Baldwin, Rubin Kushner, Ruth C. Engel, J. Patrick McNamara, Mark Anthony Major; Science, Fantasy, Action, Horror; Live Action

U.S. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1989, “Down Boys” by Warrant peaked at number 27 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Fire Woman” by The Cult peaked at number 46 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Good Thing” by Fine Young Cannibals peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “I Drove All Night” by Cyndi Lauper peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Love Train” by Holly Johnson peaked at number 65 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Miss You Like Crazy” by Natalie Cole peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “My Brave Face” by Paul McCartney peaked at number 25 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1989, “Express Yourself” by Madonna peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1989, “I Drove All Night” by Cyndi Lauper peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1989, “My Brave Face” by Paul McCartney peaked at number 16 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Rooms On Fire” by Stevie Nicks peaked at number 8 on the Canada pop singles chart.

Alt-Canada 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1989, “Good Thing” by Fine Young Cannibals peaked at number 1 on the Alt-Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1989, “Breakthru” by Queen peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Devil and Daughter” by Black Sabbath peaked at number 81 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Fight The Power” by Public Enemy peaked at number 29 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “I'm A Man/Ye Ke Ye Ke” by Clubhouse peaked at number 69 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “It's Alright” by Pet Shop Boys peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Licence To Kill” by Gladys Knight peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Misty Morning Albert Bridge” by The Pogues peaked at number 41 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Paradise” by Birdland peaked at number 70 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Patience” by Guns N' Roses peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Song For Whoever” by The Beautiful South peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Summertime” by Ella Fitzgerald peaked at number 82 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, “The Dead Heart” by Midnight Oil peaked at number 62 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1989, ✪✪ “We're Back” by Arsenal Football Club peaked at number 80 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1989, “I Drove All Night” by Cyndi Lauper peaked at number 11 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1989, “I Won't Back Down” by Tom Petty peaked at number 16 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1989, “Express Yourself” by Madonna peaked at number 2 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1989, “I Beg Your Pardon (Rose Garden)” by Kon Kan peaked at number 7 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Open Letter (To A Landlord)” by Living Colour peaked at number 11 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1989, “People Hold On” by Coldcut featuring Lisa Stansfield peaked at number 38 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Room To Move” by Animotion peaked at number 34 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Wages Day” by Deacon Blue peaked at number 24 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1989, “Ferry 'Cross The Mersey” by The Christians, Holly Johnson, Paul McCartney, Gerry Marsden and Stock Aitken Waterman peaked at number 21 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Jij blijft bij mij” by Koos Alberts peaked at number 9 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Manchild” by Neneh Cherry peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Sweden 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1989, “Då står pojkarna på rad” by Orup peaked at number 8 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Express Yourself” by Madonna peaked at number 3 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Manchild” by Neneh Cherry peaked at number 7 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Talking To The Man In The Moon” by Titiyo peaked at number 6 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Why Should I Trust You” by So What! peaked at number 15 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

France 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1989, “Attention les enfants... danger” by Michel Sardou peaked at number 9 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1989, “C'est la vie” by Marc Lavoine peaked at number 14 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1989, “It's Only Love” by Simply Red peaked at number 24 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Le malheur des uns et le bonheur des autres” by Frédéric Chateau peaked at number 28 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Le tirelipimpon” by Carlos peaked at number 30 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Quand j'serai k.o.” by Alain Souchon peaked at number 29 on the France pop singles chart.

Norway 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1989, “I Love To Love You” by Tindrums peaked at number 8 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1989, ✪✪ “Batdance” by Prince peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1989, “Eternal Flame” by The Bangles peaked at number 2 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Ferry 'Cross The Mersey” by The Christians, Holly Johnson, Paul McCartney, Gerry Marsden and Stock Aitken Waterman peaked at number 11 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Keep On Movin'” by Soul II Soul featuring Caron Wheeler peaked at number 18 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Mama” by Air Project peaked at number 17 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1989, “Our First Night Together” by David Hasselhoff peaked at number 14 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1989, “When The Night Comes” by Joe Cocker peaked at number 7 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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