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The Sunshine Datebook (1964-1973) for November 16

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In 1965, The Soviet Union launched its Venus III spacecraft en route to Venus. It arrived in March, 1966, becoming the first spacecraft to land on another planet.

In 1966, On Dark Shadows, a mysterious person tried to enter Victoria Winters' (Alexandra Moltke) room, but her screams scared the intruder away.

In 1968, R.C., “Harper Valley P.T.A. (Later That Same Day)” by Ben Colder (Sheb Wooley) peaked at #67 on the pop singles chart.

In 1968, R.C., “Hey, Western Union Man” by Jerry Butler peaked at #16 on the pop singles chart.

In 1968, R.C., “The Funky Judge” by Bull and The Matadors peaked at #39 on the pop singles chart.

In 1969, The first episode of “Clangers”, a British stop motion animated television program for children, began airing on the BBC

In 1969, U.S. President Nixon became the first president to attend a regular season National Football League (NFL) game while in office. It was a game between the Dallas Cowboys and the Washington Redskins.

In 1970, “Live Album” album by Grand Funk Railroad was released

In 1970, “Sly and The Family Stoneʹs Greatest Hits” album by Sly and The Family Stone was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1970, “STEPHEN STILLS” ALBUM RELEASED On Atlantic Records: it includes his hit-to-be “LOVE THE ONE YOUʹRE WITH”

In 1971, Led Zeppelinʹs debut, actually released in early 1969, finally goes gold. By this time, the group is getting ready for their fourth album, “Led Zeppelin IV.” It contains the classic “Stairway to Heaven.”

In 1972, A commercial break in the Cold War: PEPSI lands a deal to sell its soda in the Soviet Union.

In 1973, David Bowie stars in his first TV special, “1980 Floor Show,” broadcast here on NBCʹS “Midnight Special.” The special had been taped a month earlier at Londonʹs Marquee Club, a favorite of Bowieʹs who used to play there with his first band. It was one of the few clubs that would book him because they were considered “a very freaky band.”

In 1973, In a Brady Bunch episode called “Try, Try Again”, Jan considers herself a loser when her latest interest, tap dancing, drives the whole family crazy, she drops out of her ballet class and takes up tap dancing when she is passed over for a recital because she is so clumsy. She practices her new dance steps at home, and the noise begins to get to the rest of the family.

In 1973, John Lennon released his “Mind Games” album.

In 1973, “Jack Paar Tonite”, TV Talk Show; last aired on ABC.

In 1973, President Richard Nixon signed the Trans-Alaska Pipeline Authorization Act into law, authorizing the construction of an 800-mile (1,290-kilometer) oil pipeline from the Alaska North Slope to the port city of Valdez.

In 1973, Skylab Four, carrying a crew of three astronauts, was launched from Cape Canaveral, Florida, on an 84-day mission.

In 1973, HOT NEW ALBUM “RINGO” features “PHOTOGRAPH” and “YOUʹRE SIXTEEN”

In 1973, THE MIDNIGHT SPECIAL Host DAVID BOWIE makes his American TV debut in a show taped at Londonʹs MARQUEE CLUB (“SPACE ODDITY”). Also appearing MARIANNE FAITHFULL, TROGGS (“WILD THING”)

In 1968, "The Legend of Lylah Clare" was released by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer; Robert Aldrich (director); Kim Novak, Peter Finch, Ernest Borgnine; Dramas

In 1973, "Arnold" was released by Cinerama Releasing Corporation / Fenady Associates / Bing Crosby Productions; Georg Fenady (director); Jameson Brewer, John Fenton Murray (screenplay); Stella Stevens, Roddy McDowall, Elsa Lanchester, Shani Wallis, Farley Granger, Victor Buono, John McGiver, Bernard Fox, Patric Knowles, Jamie Farr, Ben Wright, Murray Matheson, Norman Stuart, Wanda Bailey, Steven Marlo, Leslie Thompson; Horror; Comedy

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

In 1968, 😉🤣 “Harper Valley P.T.A. (Later That Day)” by Ben Colder (Sheb Wooley) peaked at number 67 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “(She's) Some Kind Of Wonderful” by The Fantastic Johnny C peaked at number 87 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Always Together” by The Dells peaked at number 18 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Aunt Dora's Love Soul Shack” by Arthur Conley peaked at number 85 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Everybody Got To Believe In Somebody” by Sam and Dave peaked at number 73 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Fool For You” by The Impressions peaked at number 22 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “For Once In My Life” by Jackie Wilson peaked at number 70 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “From The Teacher To The Preacher” by Gene Chandler and Barbara Acklin peaked at number 57 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Hey, Western Union Man” by Jerry Butler peaked at number 16 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Hi-Heel Sneakers” by José Feliciano peaked at number 25 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “I Love You Madly” by Fantastic Four peaked at number 56 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “I Worry About You” by Joe Simon peaked at number 98 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Let's Make A Promise” by Peaches and Herb peaked at number 75 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Sweet Darlin'” by Martha Reeves and The Vandellas peaked at number 80 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “The Funky Judge” by Bull and The Matadors peaked at number 39 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “The Yard Went On Forever” by Richard Harris peaked at number 64 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1968, 😉🤣 “Harper Valley P.T.A. (Later That Day)” by Ben Colder (Sheb Wooley) peaked at number 82 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “1432 Franklin Pike Circle Hero” by Bobby Russell peaked at number 35 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “46 Drums - 1 Guitar” by Little Carl Carlton peaked at number 85 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Bang-Shang-A-Lang” by The Archies peaked at number 11 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Billy You're My Friend” by Gene Pitney peaked at number 89 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “California Earthquake” by Mama Cass Elliot peaked at number 51 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Court Of Love” by Unifics peaked at number 13 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Fool For You” by The Impressions peaked at number 16 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “From The Teacher To The Preacher” by Gene Chandler and Barbara Acklin peaked at number 34 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Hi-Heel Sneakers” by José Feliciano peaked at number 9 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Jesse Brady” by The McCoys peaked at number 95 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Magic Carpet Ride” by Steppenwolf peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Ride My See-Saw” by The Moody Blues peaked at number 33 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Sweet Blindness” by The 5th Dimension peaked at number 6 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Sweet Darlin'” by Martha Reeves and The Vandellas peaked at number 73 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “The Great Escape” by Ray Stevens peaked at number 43 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Today” by Jimmie Rodgers peaked at number 80 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “White Room” by Cream peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

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

In 1968, “The Good, The Bad and The Ugly” by Hugo Montenegro and His Orchestra peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “You're All I Need To Get By” by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell peaked at number 19 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1968, 🤔 “Indian Reservation (The Lament Of The Cherokee Reservation)” by Don Fardon peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Cinnamon” by Johnny Cymbal (as Derek) peaked at number 10 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Light My Fire” by José Feliciano peaked at number 14 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1968, “Heidschi Bumbeidschi” by Heintje peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1968, “I've Got Dreams To Remember” by Otis Redding peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1968, “La bambola” by Patty Pravo peaked at number 11 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Love In Copenhagen” by Tony Vos peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Lovely Rita” by Fats Domino peaked at number 15 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Austria 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1968, 😉🤣 “Fire” by The Crazy World Of Arthur Brown peaked at number 7 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Born To Be Wild” by Steppenwolf peaked at number 20 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Do It Again” by The Beach Boys peaked at number 8 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Eine kleine Abschiedsträne” by Heintje peaked at number 13 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Hey Jude” by The Beatles peaked at number 1 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Hold Me Tight” by Johnny Nash peaked at number 17 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Komm und bedien dich” by Peter Alexander peaked at number 9 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Lieber mal weinen im Glück” by Renate Kern peaked at number 12 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Mathilda” by Udo Jürgens peaked at number 5 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Those Were The Days” by Mary Hopkin peaked at number 2 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1968, “White Room” by Cream peaked at number 19 on the Austria pop singles chart.

Norway 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1968, “Jesamine” by The Casuals peaked at number 6 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Those Were The Days” by Mary Hopkin peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.

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