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The Sunshine Datebook (1964-1973) for April 12

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In 1965, The Aʹs mascot, Charlie-O the Mule, chosen to spotlight the role Missouri mules played in the Alliesʹ victory in World War I by lugging ammunition and supplies through the mud and snow of France, makes his debut on Opening Night at Kansas Cityʹs Municipal Stadium. In a pregame ceremony, Warren Hearnes, the governor of Missouri, presents the 1,400-pound animal to team owner Charlie O. Finley, who rides his namesake much to the delight of the 18,109 fans attending the game against the Tigers.

In 1966, With the score tied in the 13th inning, the winning run in the Oriolesʹ Opening Day victory is scored as the result of a balk. With the bases loaded and two outs, reliever Jim Lonborg balks home the deciding run in Baltimoreʹs 5-4 victory over the Red Sox at Fenway Park.

In 1967, On Dark Shadows, Jason McGuire (Dennis Patrick) implored Willie Loomis (John Karlen) to wait on getting revenge against Burke Devlin (Mitchell Ryan) until after they got their money.

In 1968, Frank Zappa and the Mothers of Invention perform at the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences Dinner in New York City. Zappa looks down at the audience and declares the event “a load of pompous hokum…All year long you people have manufactured this carp, now for one night youʹre gonna have to listen to it!” Zappa later remarks, “We played the ugliest [music] we could…Thatʹs what they expected us to play.”

In 1969, “Hawaii Five-O” by Ventures entered the Top 40 chart.

In 1969, Simon and Garfunkelʹs “The Boxer” is released.

In 1972, The Rolling Stones released their “Exile On Main Street” LP.

In 1972, “Marty Feldman Comedy Machine”, TV Variety; debut on ABC. Heʹs got Marty Feldman eyes.

In 1973, Rolling Stone reports a Buffalo Springfield reunion may be in the works. Says original member Richie Furay now with Poco, “Itʹs all up to Neil right now.” Stephen Stills have given his consent as has the original bassist Bruce Palmer and drummer Dewey Martin. The reunion doesnʹt happen.

In 1972, "Fritz the Cat" was released by Cinemation Industries / Fritz Productions / Aurica Finance Company / Krantz Films; Ralph Bakshi (director/screenplay); Skip Hinnant, Rosetta LeNoire, Phil Seuling, Ralph Bakshi, John McCurry, Judy Engles, Mary Dean, Charles Spidar; Adult; Animation; Black Comedy

In 1973, "The Iron Rose" was released by Les Films ABC; Jean Rollin (director/screenplay); Tristan Corbière, Maurice Lemaître (screenplay); Françoise Pascal, Hugues Quester, Nathalie Perrey, Mireille Dargent, Michel Dalessalle; Horror

In 1973, "Tiffany Jones" was released by Hemdale / Peter Walker (Heritage); Pete Walker (director); Alfred Shaughnessy (screenplay); Anouska Hempel, Ray Brooks, Susan Sheers, Damien Thomas, Eric Pohlmann, Richard Marner, Martin Benson, Alan Curtis, John Clive, Geoffrey Hughes, Ivor Salter, Lynda Baron, Nick Zaran, Walter Randall, Martin Wyldeck, Bill Kerr, Tony Sympson; Comedy

U.S. 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1969, 😉🤣 “Day After Day (It's Slippin' Away)” by Shango peaked at number 57 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, 😉🤣 “The Pledge Of Allegiance” by Red Skelton peaked at number 44 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “A Million To One” by Brian Hyland peaked at number 90 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Aquarius/Let The Sunshine In” by The 5th Dimension peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Breakfast In Bed” by Dusty Springfield peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Didn't You Know (You'd Have To Cry Sometime)” by Gladys Knight and The Pips peaked at number 63 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Galveston” by Glen Campbell peaked at number 4 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Give It Away” by The Chi-Lites peaked at number 88 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Hot Smoke and Sassafras” by Bubble Puppy peaked at number 14 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “I Love My Baby” by Archie Bell and The Drells peaked at number 94 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “I'll Try Something New” by Diana Ross, The Supremes and The Temptations peaked at number 25 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Idaho” by The Four Seasons peaked at number 95 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Is It Something You've Got” by Tyrone Davis peaked at number 34 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Johnny One Time” by Brenda Lee peaked at number 41 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Memories” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 35 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Playgirl” by Thee Prophets peaked at number 49 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “There Never Was A Time” by Jeannie C. Riley peaked at number 77 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “You've Made Me So Very Happy” by Blood, Sweat and Tears peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1969, “Good Times Bad Times” by Led Zeppelin peaked at number 64 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Hot Smoke and Sassafras” by Bubble Puppy peaked at number 15 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “I Like What You're Doing (To Me)” by Carla Thomas peaked at number 56 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “I'll Try Something New” by Diana Ross, The Supremes and The Temptations peaked at number 16 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Idaho” by The Four Seasons peaked at number 61 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Johnny One Time” by Brenda Lee peaked at number 38 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Move In A Little Closer, Baby” by Mama Cass Elliot peaked at number 42 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Rock Me” by Steppenwolf peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “The Letter” by The Arbors peaked at number 24 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Try A Little Tenderness” by Three Dog Night peaked at number 19 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1969, “Boom Bang-A-Bang” by Lulu peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “I Can Hear Music” by The Beach Boys peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “I'll Be There” by Jackie Trent peaked at number 38 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “In The Bad, Bad Old Days (Before You Loved Me)” by The Foundations peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Sanctus (From Missa Luba)” by Troubadours Du Roi Baudouin peaked at number 28 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Swan Lake” by The Cats (U.K.) peaked at number 48 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1969, “Albatross” by Fleetwood Mac peaked at number 12 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Blackberry Way” by The Move peaked at number 14 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Crimson and Clover” by Tommy James and The Shondells peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Games People Play” by Joe South peaked at number 9 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1969, “(If Paradise Is) Half As Nice” by Amen Corner peaked at number 15 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Games People Play” by Joe South peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Long and Lonesome Road” by Shocking Blue peaked at number 16 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Time Of The Season” by The Zombies peaked at number 14 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Where Do You Go To (My Lovely)?” by Peter Sarstedt peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1969, “Es geht eine Träne auf Reisen” by Adamo peaked at number 10 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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