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The Sunshine Datebook (1964-1973) for October 16

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In 1965, On the cover of TV Guide: “Red Skelton”. Other Articles: Roaring Chicken

In 1965, R.C., “Do You Believe In Magic” by The Lovin' Spoonful peaked at number nine on the pop singles chart.

In 1965, R.C., “Just A Little Bit Better” by Hermanʹs Hermits peaked at number seven on the pop singles chart.

In 1965, R.C., “Treat Her Right” by Roy Head and The Traits peaked at number two on the pop singles chart.

In 1965, TVʹS HOLLYWOOD PALACE Host: FRANK SINATRA

In 1965, TVʹS SHINDIG Guests: PETER and GORDON, LOVIN' SPOONFUL, RAY PETERSON

In 1966, Grace Slick makes her first appearance with the Jefferson Airplane at the Filmore West in San Francisco. She replaces Signe Toly Anderson, who left the band to have a baby.

In 1967, Folk singer Joan Baez was arrested along with over 100 other anti-draft demonstrators at the Armed Forces Induction Center in Oakland, California. Baez was sentenced to ten days in prison.

In 1968, The New Yardbirds played their first concert at a club in London. The band was made up of Jimmy Page on guitar, John Paul Jones on bass, Robert Plant on vocals, and John Bonham on drums. They later changed their name to Led Zeppelin. The Who drummer Keith Moon came up with the name.

In 1968, TV Guide Listing: 9 p.m./ET “The Beverly Hillbillies” (CBS): Color. In England, the Clampetts are totally confused by a burly Scotsman clad in a kilt. They think heʹs a she — and Jethroʹs girlfriend. Jed: Buddy Ebsen. Jethro: Max Baer.

In 1968, “The Black Power Salute”…At the 1968 Olympics in Mexico City, U.S. sprinters Tommie Smith and John Carlos finished first and third in the 200-meter dash. On the victory stand, as “The Star-Spangled Banner” began to play in the Olympic Stadium, both athletes lowered their head and raised a gloved fist, a gesture associated with black militants. It was a shocking incident, jarringly incongruent with the usual patriotic flavor of that moment — a sign that racial politics had splashed over into the world of sports.

In 1969, Met Cleon Jones was awarded first base when shoe polish on ball proves he is hit by a pitch. The home run was hit by Donn Clendenon.

In 1970, In a Brady Bunch episode called “The Un-Underground Movie”, Greg involves the whole family in a movie-making project for school; Greg is making a movie about the pilgrims and school and involves the whole family. But the way the kids argue about their roles makes Greg want to give it up.

In 1970, “Everybody Knows This Is Nowhere” album by Neil Young was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1970, “Sweet Baby James” album by James Taylor was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1970, “The Best Of Peter, Paul and Mary-(ten)years Together” album by Peter, Paul and Mary was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1971, On the cover of TV Guide: “Mia Farrow”. Other Articles: Gidget, Partridge Family

In 1971, R.C., “Yo-Yo” by The Osmonds peaked at number three on the pop singles chart.

In 1971, Isaac Hayesʹ “Theme From 'Shaft”' was released.

In 1972, Creedance Clearwater Revival issued a statement announcing the groupʹs break-up. It reads, “We donʹt regard this as breaking up. We look at it as an expansion of our activities. We will devote our time to individual rather than group projects.” Fogerty would continue in a solo career with big hits including, “Centerfield” and “The Old Man Down the Road”.

In 1966, "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A./U.K.

In 1968, "The Boston Strangler" was released by Twentieth Century Fox; Richard Fleischer (director); Tony Curtis, Henry Fonda, George Kennedy; Crime; Thriller

In 1973, "Don't Look Now" was released by Paramount Pictures; Nicolas Roeg (director); Allan Scott, Chris Bryant (screenplay); Julie Christie, Donald Sutherland, Hilary Mason, Clelia Matania, Massimo Serato, Renato Scarpa, Leopoldo Trieste, David Tree, Giorgio Trestini, Ann Rye, Nicholas Salter, Sharon Williams, Bruno Cattaneo, Adelina Poerio; Thriller

In 1973, "The Paper Chase" was released by 20th Century Fox; James Bridges (director/screenplay); Timothy Bottoms, Lindsay Wagner, John Houseman, Graham Beckel, James Naughton, Edward Herrmann, Craig Richard Nelson, Lenny Baker, David Clennon, Regina Baff, Blair Brown, Bob Lydiard; Comedy; Drama

In 1973, "Scalawag" was released by Paramount Pictures / The Bryna Company; Kirk Douglas (director); Sid Fleischman, Albert Maltz (screenplay); Kirk Douglas, Mark Lester, Neville Brand, George Eastman, Don Stroud, Lesley-Anne Down, Danny DeVito, Mel Blanc, Phil Brown, Stole Arandelovic, Fabijan Sovagovic, Davor Antolic, Shaft Douglas; Western

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

In 1965, “Ain't It True” by Andy Williams peaked at number 40 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Do You Believe In Magic?” by The Lovin' Spoonful peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Everything's Alright” by Yvonne Elliman peaked at number 92 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Funny Little Butterflies” by Patty Duke peaked at number 77 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Home Of The Brave” by Jody Miller peaked at number 25 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Hot Pants - I'm Coming, Coming, I'm Coming” by Bobby Byrd peaked at number 85 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “I Don't Need No Doctor” by Humble Pie peaked at number 73 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “I'm A Man” by Chicago peaked at number 49 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “If You Really Love Me” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Just A Little Bit Better” by Herman's Hermits peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Mohair Sam” by Charlie Rich peaked at number 21 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Stagger Lee” by Tommy Roe peaked at number 25 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Superstar” by The Carpenters peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “The Dawn Of Correction” by Spokesmen peaked at number 36 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “The Love We Had (Stays On My Mind)” by The Dells peaked at number 30 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “The Wedding Song (There Is Love)” by Paul Stookey peaked at number 24 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “The World Through A Tear” by Neil Sedaka peaked at number 76 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “The Year That Clayton Delaney Died” by Tom T. Hall peaked at number 42 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Touch” by The Supremes peaked at number 71 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Treat Her Right” by Roy Head and The Traits peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Walk Easy My Son” by Jerry Butler peaked at number 93 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “What Color (Is A Man)” by Bobby Vinton peaked at number 38 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Yo-Yo” by The Osmonds peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1971, 😉🤣 “All My Trials” by Ray Stevens peaked at number 82 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Ain't It True” by Andy Williams peaked at number 15 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Baby Don't Go” by Sonny and Cher peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Glory Glory” by The Byrds peaked at number 55 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Go Away Little Girl” by Donny Osmond peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Home Of The Brave” by Jody Miller peaked at number 5 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1965, “I Need You” by The Impressions peaked at number 19 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Just You” by Sonny and Cher peaked at number 6 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “MacArthur Park” by The Four Tops peaked at number 37 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Marianne” by Stephen Stills peaked at number 17 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Must I Tell You” by Liverpool Set peaked at number 18 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Now I'm In Love” by Tobias peaked at number 70 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Rain Dance” by The Guess Who peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Riverboat In The Rain” by Chosen Ones peaked at number 89 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Roll On” by New Colony Six peaked at number 53 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Talk It Over In The Morning” by Anne Murray peaked at number 12 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1965, “The Twelfth Of Never” by Cliff Richard peaked at number 14 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Trapped By A Thing Called Love” by Denise LaSalle peaked at number 36 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “True Fine Virginia” by Allan J. Ryan peaked at number 69 on the Canada pop singles chart.

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

In 1965, “(I Lost My Heart) In San Francisco” by Tony Bennett peaked at number 40 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Almost There” by Andy Williams peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Down In The Boondocks” by Billy Joe Royal peaked at number 38 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “For All We Know” by Shirley Bassey peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Hang On Sloopy” by The McCoys peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Il Silenzio” by Nini Rosso peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “La Yenka” by Johnny and Charley peaked at number 49 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Mamy Blue” by Pop Tops peaked at number 35 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Moon Shadow” by Cat Stevens peaked at number 22 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Tweedle Dee Tweedle Dum” by Middle Of The Road peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Whatcha Gonna Do About It” by Small Faces peaked at number 14 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “You've Got A Friend” by James Taylor peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1965, “You've Got To Hide Your Love Away” by The Silkie peaked at number 28 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1965, “Catch Us If You Can” by The Dave Clark Five peaked at number 18 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Come Back Again / Just As Long As We're Together” by Daddy Cool peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Ride Away” by Roy Orbison peaked at number 15 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Shakin' All Over / Que Sera, Sera (Whatever...)” by Normie Rowe and The Playboys peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1965, “You've Got Your Troubles” by The Fortunes peaked at number 12 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1971, “Girl, You'll Be A Woman Soon” by Neil Diamond peaked at number 27 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Help (Get Me Some Help)” by Tony Ronald peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1965, “I'll Go Crazy” by The Phantoms peaked at number 9 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Mamy Blue” by Pop Tops peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Soldiers Who Want To Be Heroes” by Rod McKuen peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Storm and Thunder” by Earth and Fire peaked at number 6 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Zonder 't te weten” by Corry and De Rekels peaked at number 14 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Austria 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1965, “(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 1 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Du bist nicht allein” by Roy Black peaked at number 7 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Fräulein Wunderbar” by Peter Alexander peaked at number 5 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Il mondo” by Jimmy Fontana peaked at number 9 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1965, “Mr. Tambourine Man” by The Byrds peaked at number 3 on the Austria pop singles chart.

Norway 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1971, “Bangla Desh” by George Harrison peaked at number 3 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Eat At Home” by Paul and Linda McCartney peaked at number 8 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Put Your Hand In The Hand” by Ocean peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Soldier Blue” by Buffy Sainte-Marie peaked at number 9 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1971, “Borriquito...” by Peret peaked at number 2 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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