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In 1964, President Lyndon B. Johnson, in his State of the Union address, declared an “unconditional war on poverty in America.”
In 1966, On the cover of TV Guide: “Eva Gabor and Eddie Albert of Green Acres”. Other Articles: Gilliganʹs Island, Mr.Ed, Petticoat Junction
In 1966, R.C., The Beatles LP, “Rubber Soul”, began a six-week reign at the top of the album chart. This was the seventh Beatles LP to reach the number one position on the album charts since February, 1964. “Rubber Soul” stayed on the charts for 56 weeks. The other number one albums for the Fab Four at that date were: “Meet the Beatles”, “The Beatles Second Album”, “A Hard Dayʹs Night”, “Beatles '65”, “Beatles VI” and “Help!”
In 1966, R.C., “Flowers On The Wall” by The Statler Brothers peaked at number four on the pop singles chart.
In 1966, R.C., “Sheʹs Just My Style” by Gary Lewis and The Playboys peaked at number three on the pop singles chart.
In 1966, R.C., “We Can Work It Out” by The Beatles peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.
In 1966, The final episode of “Shindig!” featuring the Kinks and the Who is broadcast on ABC-TV. The show had premiered in September 1964 and from 1965 had aired twice weekly, on Thursday and Saturday evenings.
In 1966, AMERICAN BANDSTAND A pair of guests: LOU CHRISTIE (the number one hit “LIGHTNING STRIKES”) and The KNICKERBOCKERS (“LIES”)
In 1968, Jacques Cousteauʹs first undersea special on U.S. network TV.
In 1968, The Otis Redding single “(Sittinʹ On) The Dock of the Bay” was released on the Volt label almost a month after the singerʹs death in a plane crash. It became the Maconiteʹs first Billboard Hot 100 number one hit.
In 1970, On Dark Shadows, Maggie Evans (Kathryn Leigh Scott) heard the sound of breathing coming from behind the secret panel.
In 1971, Andy Griffith becomes mayor of his old hometown in CBSʹs “The New Andy Griffith Show.” Only five months later, Nielsen viewers vote him out of office.
In 1971, In a Brady Bunch episode called “Where Thereʹs Smoke”, Gregʹs sisters catch him smoking and Marcia tells their parents, Greg admits to his folks that he was smoking and says he wonʹt do it again. But the following day, a pack of cigarettes falls out of his pocket.
In 1972, On the cover of TV Guide: “Flip Wilson”. Other Articles: McMillan and Wife, Jules and Jim
In 1972, R.C., “Love Potion Number Nine” by Coasters peaked at #76 on the pop singles chart.
In 1972, The J. Geils Band makes their debut on “American Bandstand” performing “Looking For A Love”.
In 1972, “Getting Together”, TV Comedy, couldnʹt connect witht the audience and last aired on ABC.
In 1973, ABC lures Jack Paar back to television to host “Jack Paar Tonite” under its “Wide World of Entertainment” late night banner. Paarʹs program will alternate with a program hosted by Dick Cavett, ABCʹs “In Concert,” and various movies and comedy specials. But his show is dropped from the mix in November.
In 1973, “Youʹre So Vain” single by Carly Simon was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1973, Yoko Ono releases “Approximately Infinite University” as a two record set because say says, “I figured if George Harrison can put out a triple album, then I can put out a double album.” Although the disc doesnʹt do especailly well, itʹs generally better accepted than her earlier avant-garde work.
In 1965, "Dear Brigitte" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1968, "Wild 90" was released by Supreme Mix Productions; Norman Mailer (director); Norman Mailer, Buzz Farber, Mickey Knox
In 1971, "The Ski Bum" was released by Embassy Pictures; Bruce D. Clark (director/screenplay); Marc Siegler (screenplay); Zalman King, Charlotte Rampling, Joseph Mell, Dimitra Arliss, Pierre Jalbert, Anna Karen Morrow, Paul Jabara, Michael Lerner, Noah Keen, Penelope Spheeris, Tedd King, Dwight Marfield, Freddie James, Lori Shelle, Don Campbell, David Chow, Deborah Smaller; Drama; Live Action
In 1972, 😉 “Love Potion #9” by The Coasters peaked at number 76 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “A Sweet Woman Like You” by Joe Tex peaked at number 29 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “A Young Girl” by Noel Harrison peaked at number 51 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “After All This Time” by Merry Clayton peaked at number 71 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Broomstick Cowboy” by Bobby Goldsboro peaked at number 53 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Carolyn” by Merle Haggard peaked at number 58 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Ebb Tide” by The Righteous Brothers peaked at number 5 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Follow Your Heart” by The Manhattans peaked at number 92 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “George Jackson” by Bob Dylan peaked at number 33 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Get Up and Get Down” by The Dramatics peaked at number 78 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Keep On Keeping On” by Nolan Porter peaked at number 77 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Love Bug” by Jack Jones peaked at number 71 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “No Sad Songs” by Helen Reddy peaked at number 62 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “One Monkey Don't Stop No Show” by Honey Cone peaked at number 15 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Please Don't Fight It” by Dino, Desi and Billy peaked at number 60 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Scorpio” by Dennis Coffey and The Detroit Guitar Band peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “She's Just My Style” by Gary Lewis and The Playboys peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “So Many People” by Chase peaked at number 81 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Spanish Harlem” by King Curtis peaked at number 89 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Take It Slow (Out In The Country)” by Lighthouse peaked at number 64 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “The Road We Didn't Take” by Freda Payne peaked at number 100 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “We Can Work It Out” by The Beatles peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “You've Been Cheatin'” by The Impressions peaked at number 33 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “(I Know) I'm Losing You” by The Faces and Rod Stewart peaked at number 13 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “All I Ever Need Is You” by Sonny and Cher peaked at number 5 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Brand New Key” by Melanie peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Can I Get A Witness?” by Lee Michaels peaked at number 39 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Crawling Back” by Roy Orbison peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Do I Love You” by Paul Anka peaked at number 16 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Ebb Tide” by The Righteous Brothers peaked at number 5 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “For You” by Spellbinders peaked at number 19 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Friends With You” by John Denver peaked at number 34 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Go Away From My World” by Marianne Faithfull peaked at number 33 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Have You Seen Her” by The Chi-Lites peaked at number 47 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “I Turn To You” by Spring peaked at number 85 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Jealous Heart” by Connie Francis peaked at number 16 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Let It Be” by Joan Baez peaked at number 44 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Life In The Bloodstream / Sour Suite” by The Guess Who peaked at number 12 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Nothing To Hide” by Tommy James and The Shondells peaked at number 35 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Our World” by Johnny Tillotson peaked at number 23 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Pretty As You Feel” by Jefferson Airplane peaked at number 42 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Respect Yourself” by The Staple Singers peaked at number 17 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Sunday and Me” by Jay and The Americans peaked at number 6 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “The Sounds Of Silence” by Simon and Garfunkel peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Treat Me Like A Good Piece Of Candy” by Dusk peaked at number 69 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Where Did Our Love Go?” by Donnie Elbert peaked at number 55 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Whiskey Fire” by Magic Bubble peaked at number 68 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “White Lies, Blue Eyes” by Bullet peaked at number 65 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “I'd Like To Teach The World To Sing (In Perfect Harmony)” by The New Seekers peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “It Must Be Love” by Labi Siffre peaked at number 14 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Kara Kara” by New World peaked at number 17 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Sleepy Shores” by Johnny Pearson Orchestra peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Softly Whispering I Love You” by The (English) Congregation peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Soley Soley” by Middle Of The Road peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Gypsies, Tramps and Thieves” by Cher peaked at number 5 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Chief Of The Apache” by Old Shatterhand peaked at number 22 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Hoog daar aan de hemel” by Corry and De Rekels peaked at number 13 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Out Of Sight, Out Of Mind” by Shocking Blue peaked at number 6 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1966, “The Carnival Is Over” by The Seekers peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
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