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In 1965, Gilliganʹs Island episode #14. “Water, Water Everywhere”. guest: Mel Blanc as the voice of Ribbit the Frog. Talk about a painful irony: though surrounded by water, the Castaways suddenly discover that their supply of fresh drinking water is running out. When they pool all available drinking water together and decide to ration it, they discover that they will each receive only a few drops per day. Of course, most of the castaways sneak water from the community supply when Gilligan is standing watch, but return it when the Skipper catches them. Just when all seems lost, Gilligan saves the day!
In 1965, On the cover of TV Guide: “cast of The Munsters: Fred Gwynne, Yvonne DeCarlo, Al Lewis”. Other Articles: Mickey Mouse Club, Rawhide
In 1965, “World of Sport” began airing on ITV in the United Kingdom with Eamonn Andrews as its first host (1965–1985)
In 1966, Hanna-Barberaʹs “The Peter Potamus Show”, TV Cartoon Show, syndicated 64-65; debut on ABC.
In 1966, “Ultra Q” began airing on TBS in Japan
In 1966, The Green Bay Packers won their third NFL championship in five years by beating the Cleveland Browns 23-12 on four inches of snow on the frozen tundra of Lambeau Field. Jim Taylor and Paul Hornung each gained 201 yards.
In 1967, Gilliganʹs Island episode #84. “Take a Dare”. George Barkley (Strother Martin) enters the “Take a Dare Contest”. He will receive $10,000 if he can spend a week alone on an island, fending for himself. However, he is not alone on the island on which they drop him. Once again, however, rescue eludes the castaways as Mr. Barkley deduces that he can not tell anyone about the castaways without having to forfeit the $10,000 for not spending the week alone.
In 1967, Republican Ronald Reagan took the oath of office as the new governor of California in a ceremony that took place in Sacramento shortly after midnight.
In 1968, On Dark Shadows, Ben (Thayer David) found Angelique (Lara Parker) after she clawed her way out of the grave. Angelique explained how she summoned Jeremiah (Timothy Gordon) and now his ghost remained to torment her.
In 1968, On The Doctors, Dr. Nick Bellini (Gerald Gordon) told Dr. Althea Davis (Elizabeth Hubbard) they could get married now that "this Liz thing" was settled.
In 1970, In a Brady Bunch episode called “Father of the Year”, Marciaʹs attempt to keep secret the fact that sheʹs entering her stepfather in a “Father of the Year” contest causes her discipline problems at home; after Mike shows her how important she is to him, Marcia enters him in a newspaper contest. But as she tries to hide what sheʹs doing, she gets herself grounded for a week.
In 1970, “Dream House”, TV Game Show; last aired on ABC daytime and was replaced with “All My Children” the following Monday.
In 1971, A ban on cigarette advertising on television went into full effect. In 1969, Congress proposed a ban on all cigarette advertising on TV and radio. As expected, the tobacco companies were initially against it. However, they soon realized that a ban on TV commercials would free up funds for other types of advertising, and would also remove the anti-smoking PSA requirement. Rather than fight the inevitable, they decided to cooperate, and the proposal was signed into law by President Nixon in 1970. The ban took effect on January 2, 1971, in order to give the cigarette companies one final chance to advertise during the New Year's Day bowl games on TV. The last televised cigarette ad ran at 11:50 p.m. during The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson on January 1, 1971.
In 1971, On the cover of TV Guide: “Remember 1970?” Other Articles: Odd Couple, Partridge Family
In 1971, R.C., “Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is?” by Chicago peaked at number seven on the pop singles chart.
In 1971, R.C., “Domino” by Van Morrison peaked at number nine on the pop singles chart.
In 1971, George Harrison became the first former Beatle to hit number one on the U.S. album chart, with “All Things Must Pass” featuring the hits “What is Life” and “My Sweet Lord.”
In 1972, Mariner Nine begins mapping Mars.
In 1972, “Jackson Browne” album by Jackson Browne was released
In 1972, Elvis Presley gave Muhammad Ali a $10,000 robe with “The Peoples Champion” inscribed on it. Ali wore the robe on March 31, 1973 when he lost to Ken Norton.
In 1973, Led Zeppelin lead Robert Plantʹs car broke down on the way to a concert in Sheffield, England. He and Led Zeppelin bandmate Jimmy Page hitchhiked to the show.
In 1970, "Jenny" was released by Cinerama Releasing Corporation / ABC Pictures / Palomar Pictures; George Bloomfield (director/screenplay); Martin Lavut (screenplay); Marlo Thomas, Alan Alda, Marian Hailey, Phil Bruns, Charlotte Rae, Vincent Gardenia, Elizabeth Wilson, Stephen Strimpell, Fred Willard, Michael Mislove; Drama
In 1965, “A Little Bit Of Soap” by Garnet Mimms and The Enchanters peaked at number 95 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Black Night” by Bobby 'Blue' Bland peaked at number 99 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Danny Boy” by Patti LaBelle peaked at number 76 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Dear Heart” by Henry Mancini and His Orchestra peaked at number 77 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Do It Right” by Brook Benton peaked at number 67 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is?” by Chicago peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Domino” by Van Morrison peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “For The Good Times” by Ray Price peaked at number 11 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Getting Mighty Crowded” by Betty Everett peaked at number 65 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Have Mercy Baby” by James Brown peaked at number 92 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Heartbreak Hotel” by Frijid Pink peaked at number 72 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “I Can't Get Next To You” by Al Green peaked at number 60 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “I'm Gonna Love You Too” by Hullaballoos peaked at number 56 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “If You Were Mine” by Ray Charles peaked at number 41 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Maybe” by The Shangri-Las peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “My Buddy Seat” by The Hondells peaked at number 87 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “My Love (Roses Are Red)” by 'You Know Who' Group! peaked at number 43 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “My Love Forgive Me (Amore, Scusami)” by Robert Goulet peaked at number 16 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Oh No, Not My Baby” by Maxine Brown peaked at number 24 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Percolatin'” by Willie Mitchell peaked at number 85 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Ruby Tuesday” by Melanie peaked at number 52 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Sing High-Sing Low” by Anne Murray peaked at number 83 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Smile” by Jerry Butler and Betty Everett peaked at number 42 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “The 81” by Candy and The Kisses peaked at number 51 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “The Sidewinder” by Lee Morgan peaked at number 81 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “The Stealer” by Free peaked at number 49 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “The Wedding” by Julie Rogers peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Way Back Home” by The Crusaders peaked at number 90 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Dear Heart” by Andy Williams peaked at number 14 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Don't Forget I Still Love You” by Bobbi Martin peaked at number 25 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Everything's Alright” by The Newbeats peaked at number 6 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “I Feel Fine / She's A Woman” by The Beatles peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “My Love (Roses Are Red)” by 'You Know Who' Group! peaked at number 16 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Oh No, Not My Baby” by Maxine Brown peaked at number 32 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Saturday Night At The Movies” by The Drifters peaked at number 19 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Wild One” by Martha Reeves and The Vandellas peaked at number 33 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “A Starry Night” by Joy Strings peaked at number 34 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Choc Ice” by Long and The Short peaked at number 40 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Elizabethan Serenade” by Gunther Kallman peaked at number 39 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Fool On The Hill” by Shirley Bassey peaked at number 48 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “For Mama” by Matt Monro peaked at number 23 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “I Could Easily Fall (In Love With You)” by Cliff Richard and The Shadows peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Lady Barbara” by Peter Noone and Herman's Hermits peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Like A Child” by Julie Rogers peaked at number 20 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Mrs. Mills Party Medley” by Mrs. Mills peaked at number 50 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Snowbird” by Anne Murray peaked at number 23 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “We'll Sing In The Sunshine” by Lancastrians peaked at number 44 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “The Beating Of My Heart / Questions I Can't Answer” by Heinz peaked at number 16 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Border Song” by Elton John peaked at number 25 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Cry Me A River” by Joe Cocker peaked at number 13 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Teardrop On Teardrop” by The Shuffles peaked at number 22 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Tears In The Morning” by The Beach Boys peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Little Queenie” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 5 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
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