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In 1966, On The Edge of Night, Laura (Millette Alexander) confessed to the murder of Rick Oliver.
In 1966, Republican candidate Ronald Reagan was elected governor of California, defeating Democratic incumbent Pat Brown. He was a former movie star and SAG president.
In 1968, On The Edge of Night, Nancy (Ann Flood) and Mike (Larry Hugo) consulted with police chief Phil Capice about Lee's (Tony Roberts) possible involvement in the Kurtz murder. When Nancy visited Lee's instructor at the art institute, she learned that Lee's work began to suffer right after the murder took place.
In 1969, NBC airs the pilot episode of Rod Serlingʹs science fiction anthology series “Night Gallery,” which would be picked up as a regular series for the 1970–71 television season.
In 1969, R.C., “Going In Circles” by Friends Of Distinction peaked at #15 on the pop singles chart.
In 1969, R.C., “Is That All There Is” by Peggy Lee peaked at #11 on the pop singles chart.
In 1969, On the second date of their U.S. tour, the Rolling Stones break the Los Angeles concert gross record held by the Beatles since 1966. They add an extra date to their Los Angeles Forum stand and a fourth date to their upcoming gig at New Yorkʹs Madison Square Garden.
In 1969, TVʹS ANDY WILLIAMS SHOW Guests: GARY PUCKETT and THE UNION GAP
In 1970, Tom Dempsey, who set the NFL record for a field goal with a 63 yard effort, lifting his New Orleans Saints to a 19-17 victory over the Detroit Lions; Tom was born without a right hand and with only half of his right (kicking) foot.
In 1970, “The Goodies” began airing on BBC2
In 1970, HOT NEW ALBUM “ELTON JOHN” includes “YOUR SONG” and “TAKE ME TO THE PILOT”
In 1971, “Thereʹs A Riot Goin' On” album by Sly and The Family Stone was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1971, Sly and the Family Stone have huge hits with “Family Affair” and “Thereʹs a Riot Goin' On”. The albumʹs title could well describe some of Slyʹs concerts during this time. Much to his fansʹ dismay, heʹs a frequent no-show. Of eighty concerts booked in 1970, he canceled 26 and has ducked out of 12 of forty shows in '71.
In 1971, Paul and Linda McCartney throw a party at the Empire Ballroom in London to celebrate the formation of their new band, Wings.
In 1971, LED ZEPPELINʹS FOURTH ALBUM Becomes their alltime best seller, helped in large part by the classic song (never released on 45) “STAIRWAY TO HEAVEN”
In 1972, A future satellite network in-waiting (it was distributed via microwaves until 1975) was launched as a regional pay cable network distributed via microwaves. “The Green Channel” later known as Home Box Office, and now just as HBO, made its debut with a showing of the movie “Sometimes a Great Notion,” and a live hockey game featuring the Chicago Blackhawks visiting the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden. It was sent to 365 cable system viewers in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. The announcer for the game was Marty Glickman. HBO would make its satellite debut on September 30, 1975 with a boxing match.
In 1973, The New Jersey Tollway reduces speed limit to 50 mph to save fuel, the first state to take such action.
In 1973, The right ear of seventeen-year-old kidnapping victim John Paul Getty III arrived at the office of an Italian newspaper with a ransom note demanding $750,000 within ten days. Unfortunately, the body partʹs package has been stuck in the mail for three weeks. Getty will be released next month after his family pays the ransom, albeit belatedly.
In 1973, Walt Disneyʹs movie “Robin Hood” opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1973, “Head To The Sky” album by Earth, Wind and Fire was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1973, “Ringo” album by Ringo Starr was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1973, CBS-TV aired the television debut of the motion picture “The Graduate” starring Dustin Hoffman and Anne Bancroft.
In 1964, "Fate Is the Hunter" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1966, "Madame X" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1970, "Scars of Dracula" was released by Continental Films / Hammer Film Productions; Roy Ward Baker (director); Anthony Hinds (screenplay); Christopher Lee, Patrick Troughton, Dennis Waterman, Jenny Hanley, Michael Gwynn, Michael Ripper, Christopher Matthews, Anouska Hempel, Wendy Hamilton, Delia Lindsay, Bob Todd, Toke Townley; Horror
In 1970, "The Horror of Frankenstein" was released by Continental Films / Hammer Film Productions; Jimmy Sangster (director/screenplay); Jeremy Burnham (screenplay); Ralph Bates, Kate O'Mara, Veronica Carlson, Dennis Price, Jon Finch, Bernard Archard, James Hayter, Joan Rice, James Cossins, Geoffrey Lumsden, Terry Duggan, Michael Goldie, David Prowse, Graham James, Stephen Turner, Neil Wilson, Glenys O'Brien, Chris Lethbridge-Baker, George Belbin, Hal Jeayes, Carol Jeayes; Horror
In 1971, "Hannie Caulder" was released by Paramount Pictures / Tigon British Film Productions / Curtwel Productions; Burt Kennedy (director); Z.X. Jones (screenplay); Raquel Welch, Robert Culp, Ernest Borgnine, Jack Elam, Strother Martin, Christopher Lee, Diana Dors, Brian Lightburn, Luis Barboo, Stephen Boyd, Paco de Lucía, Aldo Sambrell; Crime, Drama, Western; Live Action
In 1973, "Carry On Girls" was released by The Rank Organisation; Gerald Thomas (director); Talbot Rothwell (screenplay); Sid James, Barbara Windsor, Joan Sims, Kenneth Connor, Bernard Bresslaw, June Whitfield, Peter Butterworth, Jack Douglas, Patsy Rowlands, Jimmy Logan, Margaret Nolan, Valerie Leon, Joan Hickson, David Lodge, Angela Grant, Sally Geeson, Wendy Richard, Arnold Ridley, Robin Askwith, Patricia Franklin, Brian Osborne, Bill Pertwee, Marianne Stone, Brenda Cowling, Pauline Peart, Michael Nightingale, Hugh Futcher, Ron Tarr, Zena Clifton, Laraine Humphrys, Caroline Whitaker, Barbara Wise, Carol Wyler, Mavis Fyson; Comedy
In 1973, "Robin Hood" was released by Walt Disney Productions / Buena Vista Distribution; Wolfgang Reitherman (director); Larry Clemmons, Ken Anderson, Vance Gerry, Frank Thomas, Eric Cleworth, Julius Svendsen, David Michener (screenplay); Peter Ustinov, Phil Harris, Brian Bedford, Terry-Thomas, Roger Miller, Pat Buttram, George Lindsey, Andy Devine, Monica Evans, Carole Shelley, Ken Curtis, John Fiedler, Barbara Luddy, Candy Candido, J. Pat O'Malley, Don Bluth, Stan Freberg, Hal Smith, Billy Whitaker, Dana Laurita, Dori Whitaker, Richie Sanders; Animation; Musical; Adventure
In 1969, “Ball Of Fire” by Tommy James and The Shondells peaked at number 19 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Delta Lady” by Joe Cocker peaked at number 69 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Doin' Our Thing” by Clarence Carter peaked at number 46 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Going In Circles” by Friends Of Distinction peaked at number 15 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Is That All There Is?” by Peggy Lee peaked at number 11 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Julia” by Ramsey Lewis peaked at number 76 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Let A Man Come In and Do The Popcorn (Part I)” by James Brown peaked at number 21 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “One Woman” by Johnny Rivers peaked at number 89 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Shangri-La” by The Lettermen peaked at number 64 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Silver Threads and Golden Needles” by Cowsills peaked at number 74 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “So Good Together” by Andy Kim peaked at number 36 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “That's How Heartaches Are Made” by The Marvelettes peaked at number 97 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “The Color Of My Love” by Jefferson peaked at number 68 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “The Sweeter He Is” by Soul Children peaked at number 52 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Time Machine” by Grand Funk Railroad peaked at number 48 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “We'll Cry Together” by Maxine Brown peaked at number 73 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Wedding Bell Blues” by The 5th Dimension peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin'” by Dionne Warwick peaked at number 16 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, ⛪ “Jesus Is A Soul Man” by Lawrence Reynolds peaked at number 32 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Baby It's You” by Smith peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Ball Of Fire” by Tommy James and The Shondells peaked at number 8 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Chains Of Love” by Bobby 'Blue' Bland peaked at number 77 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Don't Waste My Time” by John Mayall peaked at number 54 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Echo Park” by Keith Barbour peaked at number 20 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Going In Circles” by Friends Of Distinction peaked at number 24 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Horoscope” by Young Holt Unlimited peaked at number 94 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Is That All There Is?” by Peggy Lee peaked at number 6 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Let A Woman Be A Woman - Let A Man Be A Man” by Dyke and The Blazers peaked at number 49 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Mr. Turnkey” by Zager and Evans peaked at number 48 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “One Woman” by Johnny Rivers peaked at number 60 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Proud Mary” by Sonny Charles and The Checkmates peaked at number 53 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Say You Love Me” by The Impressions peaked at number 61 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Silver Threads and Golden Needles” by Cowsills peaked at number 37 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Sunday Mornin' Comin' Down” by Ray Stevens peaked at number 59 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Time Machine” by Grand Funk Railroad peaked at number 43 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Tracy” by Cuff Links peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Walk On By” by Isaac Hayes peaked at number 50 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “We Must Be In Love” by Five Stairsteps peaked at number 88 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Golden Slumbers / Carry That Weight (medley)” by Trash peaked at number 35 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Love's Been Good To Me” by Frank Sinatra peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Oh Well” by Fleetwood Mac peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Put A Little Love In Your Heart” by The Dave Clark Five peaked at number 31 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Return Of Django / Dollar In The Teeth” by Upsetters peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Robin's Return” by Neville Dickie peaked at number 33 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Soul Deep” by The Box Tops peaked at number 7 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Sweet Caroline (Good Times Never Seemed So Good)” by Neil Diamond peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1969, “The Star” by Ross D. Wyllie peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Shangri-La” by The Kinks peaked at number 24 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Suite: Judy Blue Eyes” by Crosby, Stills and Nash peaked at number 30 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Well All Right” by Blind Faith peaked at number 20 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
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