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The Sunshine Generation Datebook (1964-1973) for August 20

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In 1964, President Lyndon Johnson signed the Economic Opportunity Act. The bill earmarked one billion dollars in poverty programs.

In 1966, On the cover of TV Guide: “Red Skelton”. Other Articles: TV Nostalgia Quiz, Ed Ames

In 1969, Frank Zappa disbanded the Mothers of Invention following an eight-day tour in Canada. It was reported that the group was being tired of people who clap for all the wrong reasons.

In 1971, The first electronic pocket calculator was introduced. Made by Texas Instruments, it was battery powered and weighed 2.5 pounds (1.13 kg).

In 1973, Suzanne Rogers debuted as Maggie Simmons in Days of our Lives. In the episode, amnesiac Mickey Horton (John Clarke) stumbled onto Maggie's farm.

In 1973, READING ABOUT THE SUMMER MOVIES “TIME” reviews “AMERICAN GRAFFITI”; “OKLAHOMA CRUDE” (George C. Scott, Fay Dunaway); “CAHILL U.S. MARSHALL” (John Wayne); “BATTLE FOR THE PLANET OF THE APES” (the fifth in that series)

In 1968, "How Sweet It Is!" was released by Productions P.A.C.; Jerry Paris (director); Debbie Reynolds, James Garner, Maurice Ronet; Comedy

In 1969, "What Ever Happened to Aunt Alice?" was released by ABC Pictures; Lee H. Katzin (director); Geraldine Page, Ruth Gordon, Rosemary Forsyth; Horror

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

In 1966, “(We'll Be) United” by The Intruders peaked at number 78 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “A Million and One” by Dean Martin peaked at number 41 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “A Million and One” by Vic Dana peaked at number 71 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Bring Back The Time” by B.J. Thomas peaked at number 75 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Distant Shores” by Chad (Stuart) and Jeremy (Clyde) peaked at number 30 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “I Couldn't Live Without Your Love” by Petula Clark peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “I Guess I'll Always Love You” by The Isley Brothers peaked at number 61 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “In The Basement” by Sugar Pie DeSanto and Etta James peaked at number 97 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Livin' Above Your Head” by Jay and The Americans peaked at number 76 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Lonely Summer” by Shades Of Blue peaked at number 72 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Misty” by Richard 'Groove' Holmes peaked at number 44 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Money Won't Change You” by James Brown peaked at number 53 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Petticoat White (Summer Sky Blue)” by Bobby Vinton peaked at number 81 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Sunny” by Bobby Hebb peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Sweet Dreams” by Tommy McLain peaked at number 15 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Tar and Cement (Ti Ragazzo Della Via Gluck)” by Verdelle Smith peaked at number 38 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Too Soon To Know” by Roy Orbison peaked at number 68 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “You, You, You” by Mel Carter peaked at number 49 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1966, 😉🤣 “They're Coming To Take Me Away, Ha-Haaaa!” by Napoleon XIV peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “All Of My Life” by Don Norman peaked at number 27 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “I Want You” by Bob Dylan peaked at number 24 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Look At Me Girl” by Bobby Vee peaked at number 53 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Misty” by Richard 'Groove' Holmes peaked at number 43 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Mother's Little Helper” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 14 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Not Responsible” by Tom Jones peaked at number 33 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Over Under Sideways Down” by The Yardbirds peaked at number 5 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Past, Present and Future” by The Shangri-Las peaked at number 48 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Somewhere, My Love (Lara's Theme)” by Ray Conniff Singers peaked at number 7 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Summer In The City” by The Lovin' Spoonful peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Trains and Boats and Planes” by Dionne Warwick peaked at number 18 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “You Wouldn't Listen” by The Ides Of March peaked at number 21 on the Canada pop singles chart.

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

In 1966, 😉🤣 “Yellow Submarine / Eleanor Rigby” by The Beatles peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Mama” by Dave Berry peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Summer In The City” by The Lovin' Spoonful peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Visions” by Cliff Richard peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1966, “Mama” by B.J. Thomas peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Sunny Afternoon” by The Kinks peaked at number 13 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1966, “Bus Stop” by The Hollies peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Dans je de hele nacht met mij” by Karin Kent peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1966, “I Want You” by Bob Dylan peaked at number 19 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Austria 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1966, “Paperback Writer” by The Beatles peaked at number 4 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Strangers In The Night” by Frank Sinatra peaked at number 1 on the Austria pop singles chart.

Norway 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1966, “Bus Stop” by The Hollies peaked at number 3 on the Norway pop singles chart.

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