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In 1965, Gilliganʹs Island episode #28. “Theyʹre Off and Running”. Mr. Howell wins all of the Skipperʹs possessions betting on turtle races. Even when he feels bad and switches the turtles so that Skipper will finally win, he still wins!
In 1965, R.C., “Nowhere To Run” by Martha and The Vandellas peaked at number eight on the pop singles chart.
In 1967, Gilliganʹs Island episode #97. “Bang! Bang! Bang!” A crate that washes ashore contains a top secret plastic explosive developed by the U.S. Government. The Castaways make use of the plastic in a variety of objects, including nails for the Skipper, dishes for Mary Ann, jewelry for Ginger, golf balls for Mr. Howell, and even fillings for Gilliganʹs teeth, unaware that once hardened it becomes a dangerous explosive which will detonate on impact!
In 1967, On “The Andy Griffith Show,” a typo could cost Goober Pyle $200 ifʹn he has to pay off Floyd the Barber for winning his “Grab-bag for Cash” contest. The fellow playing Floyd, though, is no winner; Howard McNear “cuts out” after this episode. A stroke during the showʹs second season left McNear immobile, requiring him to be shown in close-ups, scenes where he could be shown sitting, or secretly propped up with a brace. By 1967, he is too ill to return for the showʹs final season. McNear passes away on January 3, 1969.
In 1967, Paul McCartney visited a Beach Boys recording session, apparently helping them to produce “Vegetables”, a track included on the groupʹs “Smiley Smile” album.
In 1967, The 13-day strike by the American Federation of Radio-TV Artists (AFTRA) came to an end less than two hours before the 39th Academy Awards presentation went on the air. Three of the four acting winners (Elizabeth Taylor, Sandy Dennis and Paul Scofield) were not present to receive their Oscars. Only Walter Matthau was on hand to get his Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor in “The Fortune Cookie”.
In 1967, TVʹS ANDY GRIFFITH SHOW The final original episode of the 1966-67 season stands out as FLOYD THE BARBERʹs final appearance on the show (actor Howard McNear was too ill to continue in his role for the showʹs final season). Itʹs also notable for small guest role from a young actor whoʹd make his mark a few years later in TVʹs “ALL IN THE FAMILY”, Rob Reiner
In 1970, Paul McCartney announced that he would no longer play with The Beatles, citing personal differences in direction with John Lennon and disapproval of Johnʹs wife, Yoko, and the Beatlesʹ financial advisor, Allen Klein; the next week, his debut solo album was released.
In 1970, United Kingdom LP release: “McCartney,” according to Paulʹs initial plans. Paul announces to the press that he quits the Beatles.
In 1971, On the cover of TV Guide: “Bob Hope”. Other Articles: Merv Griffin, Brenda Sykes
In 1971, R.C., “One Toke Over The Line” by Brewer and Shipley peaked at number ten on the pop singles chart.
In 1971, R.C., “Wild World” by Cat Stevens peaked at #11 on the pop singles chart; it was parodied into “Microsoft Word” by Paul Anderson in 1994.
In 1971, “The Two Ronnies” began airing on BBC1 in the United Kingdom (1971–87)
In 1971, The Doorsʹ “Love Her Madly” is released. It eventually hits #11.
In 1972, During his first visit to the United States in 20 years, movie pioneer and comic genius Charlie Chaplin accepted an honorary Academy Award for his “incalculable” contribution to the art of filmmaking.
In 1968, "Where Angels Go, Trouble Follows" was released by Columbia Pictures; James Neilson (director); Stella Stevens, Rosalind Russell, Binnie Barnes; Comedy
In 1968, "Will Penny" was released by Paramount Pictures; Tom Gries (director); Charlton Heston, Joan Hackett, Donald Pleasence; Western
In 1973, "Class of '44" was released by Warner Bros.; Paul Bogart (director); Herman Raucher (screenplay); Gary Grimes, Jerry Houser, Deborah Winters, William Atherton, Sam Bottoms, Murray Westgate, Michael A. Hoey, Oliver Conant; Comedy; Drama
In 1971, 😉🤣 “One Toke Over The Line” by Brewer and Shipley peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, 🤔 “What's Going On” by Marvin Gaye peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Anytime At All” by Frank Sinatra peaked at number 46 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Do You Wanna Dance?” by The Beach Boys peaked at number 12 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Don't Let Your Left Hand Know” by Joe Tex peaked at number 95 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Eighteen” by Alice Cooper peaked at number 27 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Every Night, Every Day” by Jimmy McCracklin peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Hot Pants” by Salvage peaked at number 54 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “I'm Girl Scoutin'” by The Intruders peaked at number 88 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “I'm Telling You Now” by Freddie and The Dreamers peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “If I Loved You” by Chad (Stuart) and Jeremy (Clyde) peaked at number 23 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Long Lonely Nights” by Bobby Vinton peaked at number 17 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Love Makes The World Go Round” by Kiki Dee peaked at number 87 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Love Makes The World Go Round” by Odds and Ends peaked at number 83 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Mr. Pitiful” by Otis Redding peaked at number 41 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Nickel Song” by The New Seekers peaked at number 81 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Nowhere To Run” by Martha Reeves and The Vandellas peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Send Me The Pillow You Dream On” by Dean Martin peaked at number 22 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Snow Blind Friend” by Steppenwolf peaked at number 60 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “When You Dance I Can Really Love” by Neil Young peaked at number 93 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Where Did They Go, Lord?” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 33 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Who Gets The Guy” by Dionne Warwick peaked at number 57 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Wild World” by Cat Stevens peaked at number 11 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “You and Your Folks, Me and My Folks” by Parliament/Funkadelic (Funkadelic) peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “All God's Children” by Doug Hutton peaked at number 88 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Carry Me” by The Stampeders peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Girl Don't Come” by Sandie Shaw peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Mean Woman Blues” by Bobby Curtola peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Oye Como Va” by Santana peaked at number 5 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Rosaline” by Russell Thornberry peaked at number 34 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Sit Yourself Down” by Stephen Stills peaked at number 24 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Snow Blind Friend” by Steppenwolf peaked at number 37 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Stay Awhile” by The Bells peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Sundown” by Chilliwack peaked at number 54 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “To The Family” by Ellie peaked at number 56 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “When There's No You” by Engelbert Humperdinck peaked at number 28 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “You're All I Need To Get By” by Aretha Franklin peaked at number 32 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Concrete and Clay” by Unit Four Plus Two peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “For Your Love” by The Yardbirds peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Hawaiian Wedding Song” by Julie Rogers peaked at number 31 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Jack In The Box” by Clodagh Rodgers peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Reelin' and Rockin'” by The Dave Clark Five peaked at number 24 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “There Goes My Everything” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Walkin'” by C.C.S. peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “You Can Have Him” by Dionne Warwick peaked at number 37 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “You Could've Been A Lady” by Hot Chocolate peaked at number 22 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “You're Breakin' My Heart” by Keeley Smith peaked at number 14 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “It's Not Unusual” by Tom Jones peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Rock and Roll Music / Honey Don't” by The Beatles peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Rose Garden” by Lynn Anderson peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1965, “This Diamond Ring” by Gary Lewis and The Playboys peaked at number 6 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1965, “You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin'” by The Righteous Brothers peaked at number 5 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Nathalie” by The George Baker Selection peaked at number 9 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1971, “The Song Of My Life” by Petula Clark peaked at number 23 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1971, “En gang skal jeg dra til Kansas City” by Gluntan peaked at number 6 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Lykken er” by Hanne Krogh peaked at number 5 on the Norway pop singles chart.
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