In 1964, The musical “Hello, Dolly!” starring Carol Channing opened on Broadway at the Saint James Theatre, based on Thornton Wilderʹs “The Matchmaker”, beginning a run of 2,844 performances. Carol Channing starred in the role of Mrs. Dolly Levi. The show, with an unforgettable title song, was hailed by critics as the “possible hit of the season”.
In 1965, Gilliganʹs Island episode #16. “Plant You Now, Dig You Later”. While working for Mr. Howell, Gilligan unearths a chest. The castaways think it must contain a pirateʹs treasure. When ownership of the chest is disputed, the case goes to court, with the Professor presiding as judge.
In 1965, On the cover of TV Guide: “Bob Hope”. Other Articles: Peyton Place, Man From UNCLE
In 1965, R.C., “Love Potion Number Nine” by The Searchers peaked at number three on the pop singles chart.
In 1965, R.C., “The Crusher” by The Novas peaked at #88 on the pop singles chart.
In 1965, “The Outer Limits”, TV Scifi Anthology; last aired on ABC.
In 1965, COVER OF TV GUIDE BOB HOPE 'an American institution' (by artist RONALD SEARLE)
In 1967, Gilliganʹs Island episode #86. “The Hunter”. Famous big-game hunter Jonathan Kincaid and his assistant, Ramoo land on the island in search of new game to hunt. Since they have hunted just about every kind of animal on earth, they then decide that the ultimate challenge would be to hunt a human. After much debate, they choose Gilligan as their target, and state that if Gilligan can stay alive for 24 hours, they will rescue the castaways. After Gilligan manages to outwit and outrun the armed hunters for 24 hours, Kincaid does not uphold his promise of rescue for fear they will report him to the authorities.
In 1967, On Dark Shadows, Sam Evans (David Ford) woke up and tried to put out the fire, burning his hands in the process. Maggie Evans (Kathryn Leigh Scott ) came in and put the fire out, as Sam frantically claimed that Laura Collins (Diana Millay) burned his hands. Roger (Louis Edmonds) believed booze to be the culprit in Sam's accident. Sam accused Laura of causing it to happen. Roger Collins decided to destroy the new painting but found it had already been burnt. Sam was shocked as the fire wasn't anywhere near the painting.
In 1968, On The Doctors, Dr. Maggie Powers (Bethel Wilson) broke up a heated argument between Dr. John Rice (Terry Kiser) and Dr. Nick Bellini (Gerald Gordon).
In 1969, “Queen And I”, TV Comedy; debut on CBS.
In 1970, In a Brady Bunch episode called “Mikeʹs Horror-Scope”, Abbe Lane guest stars as Beebe Gallini. Carol reads Mikeʹs horoscope about a strange woman who will come into his life. Then Beebe, the glamorous head of a cosmetics firm, hires Mike to design a new factory.
In 1970, National Football League owners voted to split the football league into three divisions. The new alignment added two additional teams and three teams moved from their original home cities. New to the league: the Seattle Seahawks and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Moving on: the Baltimore Colts to Indianapolis, the Oakland Raiders to Los Angeles (returned to Oakland in 1995) and the Boston Patriots to Foxboro, Massachusetts (renamed the New England Patriots).
In 1970, The Who begins it first tour of Europe in four years with a performance of its rock opera “Tommy” at the theatre Champs Elysees in Paris.
In 1971, On the cover of TV Guide: “June Carter and Johnny Cash”. Other Articles: Arnold the Pig, Make Room For Daddy
In 1971, AMERICAN BANDSTAND Guests: KING FLOYD (“GROOVE ME”) and on film, IKE and TINA TURNER (“PROUD MARY”)
In 1972, David Seville died on this day in Beverly Hills, California. Born Ross Bagdasarian, the musician was the force — and artist — behind the Alvin and the Chipmunks novelty songs of the '50s, '60s and '70s. Some may remember that Seville appeared in the films, “Viva Zapata”, “Stalag 17” and “Rear Window”. Seville first claimed fame, not through the novelty impact of the hit, “The Chipmunk Song” (it sold 3.5 million copies in five weeks); but by writing Rosemary Clooneyʹs biggest hit, “Come On-a My House”, in the early '50s and the number one hit, “Witch Doctor”, in 1958. Ross was a singer under the stage name of David Seville, a songwriter and a producer for Liberty Records in the 50's and the creator of The Chipmunks when he experimented with variable speed tape recorders. Ross named the Chipmunks after the three record executives at Liberty who didnʹt want him to release The Chipmunkʹs first hit.
In 1972, The Dallas Cowboys defeated the Miami Dolphins 24-3 in Super Bowl VI at Tulane Stadium in New Orleans. The CBS telecast was viewed in an estimated 27,450,000 homes, the top-rated one-day telecast ever. QB Roger Staubach earns MVP honors.
In 1973, Little Jo is playing “The Most Dangerous Game” in the 440th and final episode of “Bonanza.” Stalked by a psychopathic killer, heʹs weaponless, has no supplies, and all he knows is that heʹs prey for “The Hunter.” Michael Landon not only stars in the program, he also wrote and directed the showʹs swan song after 13 and a half years. PAX television aired a prequel to the series called “Ponderosa” at the turn of the millenium.
In 1973, On Another World, Louise (Anne Meacham) eavesdropped when Alice (Jacqueline Courtney) phoned Mary and Jim to have her things removed from Steve's house and shipped to her.
In 1973, On The Doctors, Nurse Cathy Ryker (Holly Peters) kidnapped Stephanie, and told the baby she was going to rename her Stephanie.
In 1973, USSRʹs Lunakhod Two begins radio-controlled exploration of the Moon.
In 1973, United States and South Vietnam declare cease-fire in Vietnam War in hopes of full peace pact.
In 1966, "Our Man Flint" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1970, "Days and Nights in the Forest (India)" was released by ?;Satyajit Ray (director/screenplay); Soumitra Chatterjee, Subhendu Chatterjee, Samit Bhanja, Rabi Ghosh, Pahari Sanyal, Sharmila Tagore, Kaberi Bose, Simi Garewal, Aparna Sen
In 1965, 😉🤣 “Makin' Whoopee” by Ray Charles peaked at number 46 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, 😉🤣 “The Crusher” by Novas peaked at number 88 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, 🤔 “Too Many Fish In The Sea” by The Marvelettes peaked at number 25 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “(Don't Worry) If There's A Hell Below, We're All Going To Go” by Curtis Mayfield peaked at number 29 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Blind Man” by Bobby 'Blue' Bland peaked at number 78 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Blind Man” by Little Milton peaked at number 86 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Don't Forget I Still Love You” by Bobbi Martin peaked at number 19 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Finders, Keepers, Losers, Weepers” by Nella Dodds peaked at number 96 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Gypsy Queen” by Gypsy peaked at number 62 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Hawaii Tattoo” by The Waikikis peaked at number 33 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “He's My Guy” by Irma Thomas peaked at number 63 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Holly Holy” by Junior Walker and The All Stars peaked at number 75 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “I Got To Tell Somebody” by Betty Everett peaked at number 96 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “I Want You To Be My Boy” by The Exciters peaked at number 98 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Lovely, Lovely” by Chubby Checker peaked at number 70 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Lovin' Place” by Gale Garnett peaked at number 54 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Mean Mistreater” by Grand Funk Railroad peaked at number 47 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Seven Letters” by Ben E. King peaked at number 45 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “The Green Grass Starts To Grow” by Dionne Warwick peaked at number 43 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “The Jerk” by The Larks peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “They Can't Take Away Our Music” by Eric Burdon and War peaked at number 50 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Thou Shalt Not Steal” by Dick and Deedee peaked at number 13 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “We Got To Live Together” by Buddy Miles peaked at number 86 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “What Now” by Gene Chandler peaked at number 40 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, 🤔 “Stop The War Now” by Edwin Starr peaked at number 23 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, ⛵ “Your Song” by Elton John peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Alone and Lonley” by Bobby Curtola peaked at number 11 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Come See About Me” by The Supremes peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Everything Is Going To Be Alright” by Teegarden and Van Winkle peaked at number 91 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “My Love Forgive Me (Amore, Scusami)” by Robert Goulet peaked at number 22 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “One Man Band” by Three Dog Night peaked at number 6 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Paranoid” by Black Sabbath peaked at number 54 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Silver Moon” by Michael Nesmith and The First National Band peaked at number 13 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “So Many Other Boys” by The Esquires peaked at number 9 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Solution For Pollution” by Watts 103rd Street Rhythm Band peaked at number 95 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “The Wedding” by Julie Rogers peaked at number 8 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Baby, I Need Your Lovin'” by The Fourmost peaked at number 24 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Et Meme” by Françoise Hardy peaked at number 31 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Genie With The Light Brown Lamp” by The Shadows peaked at number 17 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Goin' Out Of My Head” by Dodie West peaked at number 39 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Heavy Makes You Happy” by Bobby Bloom peaked at number 31 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Lonely Days” by The Bee Gees peaked at number 33 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Somewhere” by P.J. Proby peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Yeh, Yeh” by Georgie Fame and The Blue Flames peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Mr. Lonely” by Bobby Vinton peaked at number 5 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1965, “On The Beach” by Cliff Richard peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1965, “I Could Easily Fall (In Love With You)” by Cliff Richard and The Shadows peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Little Red Rooster” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1971, “No Matter What” by Badfinger peaked at number 24 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Deine Einsamkeit” by Udo Jürgens peaked at number 5 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Einmal um die ganze Welt” by Karel Gott peaked at number 17 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Hier ist ein Mensch” by Peter Alexander peaked at number 1 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1971, “San Bernadino” by Christie peaked at number 8 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1971, “The Stealer” by Free peaked at number 16 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Wild World” by Jimmy Cliff peaked at number 20 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Woodstock” by Matthews' Southern Comfort peaked at number 15 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1965, “There's A Heartache Following Me” by Jim Reeves peaked at number 3 on the Norway pop singles chart.
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