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The Sunshine Datebook (1964-1973) for August 6

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In 1965, “That Was The Year That Was” album by Tom Lehrer was released

In 1966, R.C., “Lil' Red Riding Hood” by Sam The Sham and The Pharaohs peaked at number two on the pop singles chart.

In 1966, Muhammad Ali knocked out Brian London in the third round to retain his world heavyweight title.

In 1968, On Dark Shadows, Victoria (Alexandra Moltke) recognized Adam (Robert Rodan), who took her hostage as she was walking home from the Old House.

In 1968, “TIGER BEAT” FOR SEPTEMBER '68 Featured cover photos DAVY JONES, GOLDIE HAWN, TINY TIM, SAJID KHAN; plus DINO DANELLI tells of the day that changed his life.

In 1970, An anti-war rock festival is held at Shea Stadium, New York, with Janis Joplin, Paul Simon, Steppenwolf and Johnny Winters. War! Huh! What is it good for? Absolutely nothing.

In 1971, COVER OF LIFE ANN-MARGRET

In 1972, The postponement of the second game of the Midland Cubs and Amarillo Giants doubleheader becomes necessary when thousands of grasshoppers, swarming from their nests behind the center-field wall, invade Christensen Stadium. The massive cluster of insects emerges when the ballparkʹs lights turn on, making play impossible when infielders canʹt see their outfielders through the hordes of fluttering invaders.

In 1969, "The Learning Tree" was released by Warner Bros.; Gordon Parks (director); Kyle Johnson, Alex Clarke, Estelle Evans; Drama

In 1970, "Goodbye Gemini" was released by Cinerama Releasing Corporation; Alan Gibson (director); Edmund Ward (screenplay); Judy Geeson, Michael Redgrave, Martin Potter, Alexis Kanner, Mike Pratt, Marion Diamond, Freddie Jones, Peter Jeffrey, Terry Scully, Daphne Heard, Laurence Hardy, Joseph Furst, Brian Wilde, Ricky Renée, Barry Scott; Psychological; Horror

In 1972, "Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Sex* (*But Were Afraid to Ask)" was released by United Artists / Jack Rollins-Charles H. Joffe Productions / Brodsky/Gould Productions; Woody Allen (director/screenplay); Woody Allen, John Carradine, Lou Jacobi, Louise Lasser, Anthony Quayle, Tony Randall, Lynn Redgrave, Burt Reynolds, Gene Wilder, Jack Barry, Elaine Giftos, Toni Holt, Robert Q. Lewis, Heather MacRae, Pamela Mason, Sidney Miller, Regis Philbin, Titos Vandis, Stanley Adams, Oscar Beregi, Alan Caillou, Don Chuy, Dort Clark, Erin Fleming, Geoffrey Holder, Baruch Lumet, Tom Mack, Jay Robinson, Ref Sanchez, Robert Walden, H.E. West, Norman Alden, William Beckley, Al Silvani; Sex; Comedy

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

In 1966, 😉🤣 “Lil' Red Riding Hood” by Sam The Sham and The Pharaohs peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Georgia Rose” by Tony Bennett peaked at number 89 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Pretty Flamingo” by Manfred Mann peaked at number 29 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Trains and Boats and Planes” by Dionne Warwick peaked at number 22 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Uptight (Everything's Alright)” by Nancy Wilson peaked at number 84 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1966, 😉🤣 “I Love Onions” by Susan Christie peaked at number 19 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, 😉🤣 “I'm A Nut” by Leroy Pullins peaked at number 71 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, 😉🤣 “You Can't Roller Skate In A Buffalo Herd” by Roger Miller peaked at number 39 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “(I Washed My Hands In) Muddy Water” by Johnny Rivers peaked at number 25 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Ain't Gonna Cry No More” by Brenda Lee peaked at number 90 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Alfie” by Cilla Black peaked at number 96 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Going Down” by Tom Northcott peaked at number 49 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Happy Summer Days” by Ronnie Dove peaked at number 26 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Hey You Little Boo Ga Loo” by Chubby Checker peaked at number 63 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Hungry” by Paul Revere and The Raiders peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “I Only Have Eyes For You” by The Lettermen peaked at number 74 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “La Bamba” by Trini Lopez peaked at number 78 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Lady Jane” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 91 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Most Of All” by Cowsills peaked at number 81 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Painter” by Lou Christie peaked at number 60 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Pretty Flamingo” by Manfred Mann peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Sweet Pea” by Tommy Roe peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Teenager's Prayer” by Joe Simon peaked at number 72 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “The Impossible Dream (The Quest)” by Jack Jones peaked at number 51 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “You Can't Just Quit” by Ricky Nelson peaked at number 24 on the Canada pop singles chart.

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

In 1966, “Hanky Panky” by Tommy James and The Shondells peaked at number 38 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “I Feel Something In The Air” by Cher peaked at number 43 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Love Letters” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “With A Girl Like You” by The Troggs peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1966, 😉 “Wild Thing” by The Troggs peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Don't Bring Me Down” by The Animals peaked at number 20 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Lana” by Roy Orbison peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Tar and Cement (Ti Ragazzo Della Via Gluck)” by Verdelle Smith peaked at number 2 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Younger Girl” by The Hondells peaked at number 18 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1966, “La poupée qui fait non” by Michel Polnareff peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Lying All The Time” by The Outsiders peaked at number 15 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Margio” by The Rob Hoeke Rhythm and Blues Group peaked at number 12 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Nobody Needs Your Love” by Gene Pitney peaked at number 16 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Norway 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1966, “Sunny Afternoon” by The Kinks peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.

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