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In 1964, Jerrie Mock of Columbus, Ohio, became the first woman to fly solo around the world, landing in Columbus Ohio; Mock began the trip on March 19 and made 21 stops; She flew a total of 22,858.8 miles in her single engine plane.
In 1964, The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) reported that an FBI Lab confessed that it had been unable to determine the lyrics to the song “Louie Louie,” “no matter what speed we play it at.” (The song had been banned from a number of radio stations after it was deemed “obscene.”)
In 1964, The Ford Mustang was introduced to eager American car-buyers as a mid-model-year entry (1964½) for $2,368 base price. The muscular coupe sold a million copies its first year. It inspired a generation of drivers and kicked-off Sixtiescult of the “Pony Car.”
In 1965, Gilliganʹs Island episode #29. “Three to Get Ready”. The Skipper insists a stone found by Gilligan will grant the finder three wishes before sundown. The professor, of course, insists it is just superstition. Two gallons of ice cream later, Gilligan has only one wish left…..and the sun is going down!
In 1967, Comedian Joey Bishop got the opportunity to attempt to unseat the king of late night, Johnny Carson. “The Joey Bishop Show” made its debut on ABC-TV this night. Bishop, Regis Philbin (announcer) and Johnny Mann (music) couldnʹt beat Carson, but held out until December 26, 1969 (the showʹs last broadcast).
In 1967, Gilliganʹs Island episode #98. “Gilligan, the Goddess”. King Killiwani and two other natives come to the island looking for a 'White Goddess.' Ginger an Mary Ann are likely candidates, until the Castaways discover that the natives plan to take the “White Goddess” back to their island to marry a volcano and then be sacrificed into it. After seeing Gilligan in a wig and heels, the natives choose him as the “White Goddess.” This was the final episode before the show got canceled. The reason the show got canceled was because they had to let some shows go and the wife of the CBS president loved Gunsmoke, so he renewed Gunsmoke and got rid of Gilliganʹs Island.
In 1967, On Dark Shadows, Jason confronted Willie (John Karlen) about his suspicious interest in the Collins family history. Victoria told Elizabeth that she was uncomfortable having Willie at Collinwood. Elizabeth agreed, and told Jason she would give him money to get Willie out of town. Jason took the cash but then couldn't find Willie. As it turned out, Willie was in the Collins family crypt trying to open Naomi Collins's coffin. By accident, Willie found a secret room in the mausoleum. Venturing in, he saw a chained coffin. Willie opened it to investigate the contents, and discovered a horror that would change his life forever. This was the first appearance of the character of Barnabas Collins. Jonathan Frid, the actor who portrayed Barnabas throughout the remainder of the series, did not appear until the next episode (watch below). All we saw of Barnabas on the first day was his left hand (portrayed by Tim Gordon).
In 1967, “Winchester Cathedral” album by Lawrence Welk was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1967, The U.S. Supreme Court barred Muhammad Aliʹs request to be blocked from induction into the U.S. Army.
In 1967, Italian boxer Nino Benvenuti beats American Emile Griffith in a 15 round points decision to win world middleweight crown.
In 1968, 04 x 17 = 68
In 1968, “The Birds, The Bees and The Monkees” album by The Monkees was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1969, The Band, previously a backing group for Bob Dylan when it was known as the Hawks, make its solo concert debut at the Winterland in San Francisco.
In 1970, Johnny Cash played at the White House with June Carter and The Statler Brothers for President Nixon, who requested that he played "A Boy Named Sue." Cash declined Nixon's request to do Merle Haggard's "Okie From Muskogee" but did perform "Folsom Prison Blues", "Peace In The Valley" and "What Is Truth."
In 1970, Paul McCartney released his first solo album since becoming a former Beatle, “McCartney”, where he played and mixed all the instruments himself.
In 1970, “Joe Cocker” album by Joe Cocker was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1971, On the cover of TV Guide: “Paul Newman”. Other Articles: Allan Sherman, Young Lawyers. There was an auto racing special that week.
In 1971, R.C., “Another Day” by Paul McCartney peaked at number five on the pop singles chart.
In 1971, R.C., “Joy To The World” by Three Dog Night peaked at number one on the pop singles chart and stayed there for six weeks.
In 1971, The Doorsʹ “Love Her Madly” is released.
In 1972, The Boston Marathon allowed women to compete for the first time. Nina Kuscsik was the first officially recognized womenʹs champion, with a time of 3:10:26.
In 1973, Pink Floyd received a gold album certified by the RIAA for “The Dark Side of the Moon,” one of rockʹs landmark albums. The LP will remain on the charts for more than ten years and become the longest charting rock record of all time.
In 1966, "Gamera vs. Barugon" opened in theaters in Japan
In 1968, "The Private Navy of Sgt. O'Farrell" was released by Gibraltar Productions; Frank Tashlin (director); Bob Hope, Phyllis Diller, Jeffrey Hunter; Comedy
In 1969, "Salesman" was released by Documentary Film Institute; Albert Maysles, David Maysles (directors); Paul Brennan, Carmen Brennan, Jack Brennan
In 1971, “1927 Kansas City” by Mike Reilly peaked at number 88 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Come and Stay With Me” by Marianne Faithfull peaked at number 26 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Could I Forget You” by Tyrone Davis peaked at number 60 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Dear Dad” by Chuck Berry peaked at number 95 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Do Me Right” by Detroit Emeralds peaked at number 43 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Dream Baby (How Long Must I Dream)” by Glen Campbell peaked at number 31 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Go Now!” by The Moody Blues peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “I Think Of You” by Perry Como peaked at number 53 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “I've Got Five Dollars and It's Saturday Night” by George Jones With Gene Pitney peaked at number 99 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Joy To The World” by Three Dog Night peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Love's Lines, Angles and Rhymes” by The 5th Dimension peaked at number 19 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Mexican Pearls” by Billy Vaughn peaked at number 94 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Never, Never Leave Me” by Mary Wells peaked at number 54 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “No Love At All” by B.J. Thomas peaked at number 16 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Not Too Long Ago” by The Uniques peaked at number 66 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Peaches 'N Cream” by The Ikettes peaked at number 36 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Red Roses For A Blue Lady” by Wayne Newton peaked at number 23 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Somebody Else Is Taking My Place” by Al Martino peaked at number 53 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Stop! In The Name Of Love” by Margie Joseph peaked at number 96 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “The Race Is On” by Jack Jones peaked at number 15 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “The Record (Baby I Love You)” by Ben E. King peaked at number 84 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Time and Love” by Barbra Streisand peaked at number 51 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Try To Remember” by Roger Williams peaked at number 97 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, 😉🤣 “The Clapping Song” by Shirley Ellis peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, 🤔 “What's Going On” by Marvin Gaye peaked at number 76 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “20 Years” by Jarvis St. Revue peaked at number 85 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “All Of My Life” by Lesley Gore peaked at number 37 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Bird On A Wire” by Joe Cocker peaked at number 78 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Blue Money” by Van Morrison peaked at number 13 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Come Back Baby” by Roddie Joy peaked at number 23 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood” by The Animals peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Dream Baby (How Long Must I Dream)” by Glen Campbell peaked at number 20 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Heavy Makes You Happy” by The Staple Singers peaked at number 60 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Help Me Make It Through The Night” by Sammi Smith peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “I Know A Place” by Petula Clark peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Long Lonely Nights” by Bobby Vinton peaked at number 5 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Love's Lines, Angles and Rhymes” by The 5th Dimension peaked at number 18 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Put Your Hand In The Hand” by Ocean peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Sault Sainte Marie” by Original Caste peaked at number 35 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “That'll Be The Day” by The Everly Brothers peaked at number 33 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Walk By The River” by Steel River peaked at number 46 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “What Is Life?” by George Harrison peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Where Did They Go, Lord?” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 21 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Catch The Wind” by Donovan peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “I Can't Explain” by The Who peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “I'll Be There” by Gerry and The Pacemakers peaked at number 15 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “It's Growing” by The Temptations peaked at number 45 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Mozart 40” by Sovereign Collection peaked at number 27 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Nowhere To Run” by Martha Reeves and The Vandellas peaked at number 26 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Stop! In The Name Of Love” by Diana Ross and The Supremes peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “The Minute You're Gone” by Cliff Richard peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “The Times They Are A-Changin'” by Bob Dylan peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Red Roses For A Blue Lady” by Vic Dana peaked at number 8 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Colinda” by Lucille Starr peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Heart Of Stone” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1971, “It's Impossible” by Perry Como peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Mozart Symphony No. 40 in G Minor KV 550 (First Movement) allegro molto” by Waldo de los Ríos peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1971, “My Little One” by Marmalade peaked at number 21 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Oh What A Day” by Clover Leaf peaked at number 16 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1965, “The Last Time” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Waarheen, waarvoor...” by Mieke Telkamp en de Hi-Five peaked at number 9 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1971, “What Is Life?” by George Harrison peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1971, 😉🤣 “Bridget The Midget (The Queen Of The Blues)” by Ray Stevens peaked at number 4 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1971, ⛵ “Another Day” by Paul McCartney peaked at number 10 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Ganz Paris ist ein Theater” by Mireille Mathieu peaked at number 13 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Have You Ever Seen The Rain?” by Creedence Clearwater Revival peaked at number 3 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Hejo, Hejo, Blue River Baby” by Helmut and Robert peaked at number 5 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1965, “I Could Easily Fall (In Love With You)” by Cliff Richard and The Shadows peaked at number 8 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1965, “I Feel Fine” by The Beatles peaked at number 3 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1965, “In Alabama steht ein Haus” by Peter Hinnen peaked at number 10 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Knock Three Times” by Tony Orlando and Dawn peaked at number 6 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Mother” by John Lennon peaked at number 9 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Muddy Muddy River” by The Shacklefords peaked at number 11 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Right Wheel, Left Hammer, Sham” by The Tremeloes peaked at number 12 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Stop! I Don't Wanna Hear It Anymore” by Melanie peaked at number 15 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Taxi nach Texas” by Martin Lauer peaked at number 1 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Wer hat mein Lied so zerstört, Ma?” by Daliah Lavi peaked at number 8 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1971, “What Is Life?” by George Harrison peaked at number 1 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
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