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The Sunshine Generation Datebook (1964-1973) for August 24

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In 1965, TVʹs Where The Action Is Appearing: Impressions (Itʹs All Right), Detergents (Leader of the Laundermat).

In 1968, On the cover of TV Guide: “cast of Star Trek: Deforest Kelley, William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy”. Other Articles: Clint Eastwood, Edd Byrnes

In 1968, R.C., “Born To Be Wild” by Steppenwolf peaked at number two on the pop singles chart.

In 1968, R.C., “Journey To The Center Of The Mind” by The Amboy Dukes peaked at #16 on the pop singles chart.

In 1968, COVER OF ROLLING STONE: THE BAND

In 1968, Carrying 134 pounds, Doctor Fager set the world record for a mile in the Washington Park Handicap at Arlington Park. The time for his 10-length victory was 1:32 1/5. The previous record was 1:32 3/5, set by three-year-old Buckpasser on June 25, 1966 at Arlington Park.

In 1968, Iron Butterflyʹs “Inna-Gadda-Da-Vida” was released.

In 1969, Morning: John Lennon writes “Cold Turkey.” Afternoon: John rehearses “Cold Turkey.” Evening: John records “Cold Turkey.” Midnight: John dreams of “Cold Turkey.” Next morning: John sick of “Cold Turkey.”

In 1969, The film version of Arlo Guthrieʹs song “Aliceʹs Restaurant” opened in Los Angeles and New York.

In 1970, Peter Sellers wed Miranda Quarry

In 1972, “My Three Sons”, TV Comedy; last aired on CBS.

In 1966, "Fantastic Voyage" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

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

In 1968, 😉 “Journey To The Center Of Your Mind” by The Amboy Dukes peaked at number 16 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “(Love Is Like A) Baseball Game” by The Intruders peaked at number 26 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Alice Long (You're Still My Favorite Girlfriend)” by Tommy Boyce and Bobby Hart peaked at number 27 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Born To Be Wild” by Steppenwolf peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Don't Give Up” by Petula Clark peaked at number 37 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Halfway To Paradise” by Bobby Vinton peaked at number 23 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Hard To Handle” by Otis Redding peaked at number 51 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “I Can't Stop Dancing” by Archie Bell and The Drells peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “I Guess I'll Have To Cry, Cry, Cry” by James Brown peaked at number 55 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “I Heard It Through The Grapevine” by King Curtis peaked at number 83 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “M'Lady” by Sly and The Family Stone peaked at number 93 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Stay In My Corner” by The Dells peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “The Woman I Love” by B.B. King peaked at number 94 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1968, 😉 “Journey To The Center Of Your Mind” by The Amboy Dukes peaked at number 19 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Any Way That You Want Me” by The American Breed peaked at number 84 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “April Again” by Dean Martin peaked at number 80 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Breaking Up Is Hard To Do” by The Happenings peaked at number 48 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Doing The Best We Can” by The Cat peaked at number 83 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Don't Give Up” by Petula Clark peaked at number 23 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Dream A Little Dream Of Me” by Mama Cass Elliot peaked at number 7 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “God Bless Our Love” by The Ballads peaked at number 55 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Halfway To Paradise” by Bobby Vinton peaked at number 17 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Happy” by Nancy Sinatra peaked at number 58 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “I Get The Sweetest Feeling” by Jackie Wilson peaked at number 51 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “I Heard It Through The Grapevine” by King Curtis peaked at number 94 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Island” by Passing Fancy peaked at number 92 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “People Got To Be Free” by The Rascals peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Sally Had A Party” by Flavor peaked at number 72 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Somebody Cares” by Tommy James and The Shondells peaked at number 40 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Sudden Stop” by Percy Sledge peaked at number 90 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Sunshine Of Your Love” by Cream peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “The Eyes Of A New York Woman” by B.J. Thomas peaked at number 29 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “The Impossible Dream” by Roger Williams peaked at number 65 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Time For Everyone” by Northwest Company peaked at number 89 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “You Met Your Match” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 28 on the Canada pop singles chart.

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

In 1968, “Help Yourself” by Tom Jones peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1968, “Indian Lake” by Cowsills peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1968, “My Name Is Jack” by Manfred Mann peaked at number 7 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1968, “The Hurdy Gurdy Man” by Donovan peaked at number 5 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Your Time Hasn't Come Yet, Baby / Let Yourself Go” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 19 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1968, “Abergavenny” by Marty Wilde peaked at number 6 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Amen” by Otis Redding peaked at number 20 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Callow-La-Vita” by Raymond Froggatt peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Help Yourself” by Tom Jones peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Hush... Not A Word To Mary” by John Rowles peaked at number 19 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1968, “The Universal” by Small Faces peaked at number 12 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Norway 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1968, “The Son Of Hickory Holler's Tramp” by O.C. Smith peaked at number 2 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1968, “Choo Choo Train” by The Box Tops peaked at number 6 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Help Yourself” by Tom Jones peaked at number 3 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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