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The Sunshine Datebook (1964-1973) for December 12

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In 1964, Gilliganʹs Island episode #11. “Angel on the Island”. Guest: Mel Blanc as the voice of the parrot. Mr. Howell decides to put on a play, staring Ginger, after she begins to suffer from home-sickness. Trouble begins, however, when Mrs. Howell decides she wants to play the starring role.

In 1964, R.C., “Iʹm Into Something Good” by Hermanʹs Hermits peaked at #13 on the pop singles chart.

In 1964, R.C., “Sheʹs Not There” by The Zombies peaked at number two on the pop singles chart.

In 1964, Shooting starts for Star Trek pilot, “The Cage” (Menagerie). Geeks around the planet may not know whatʹs happening at the time, but a young Miss Cleo does, and it be sometʹing truly amazin', specially the one with the funny little chin.

In 1964, AMERICAN BANDSTAND Guests: FREDDIE CANNON (“ACTION”) and NEIL SEDAKA

In 1965, The Beatles played their last concert in Britain at the Capitol Theatre in Cardiff, Wales. The next year they played their last concerts in America wrapping up at the end of August at San Franciscoʹs Candlestick Park.

In 1965, ED SULLIVAN SHOW Musical Guest: TOM JONES

In 1966, Gilliganʹs Island episode #82. “All About Eva”. A woman lands on the island and the crew finds her and gives her a make up jobto look just lioke ginger but she thinks she wants to be ginger! then one night eva bound and gags ginger and leaves off the island to continue gingers movie career

In 1966, Merle Haggard released the single "The Fugitive" (later titled "I'm a Lonesome Fugitive" on the album), which became Haggard's first #1 hit on the country chart. Although not written by Haggard, the song became one of the most closely associated with the early part of his career, as it drew upon his then still-relatively recent prison term for burglary.

In 1967, On The Doctors, Dr. Matt Powers (James Pritchett) interrupted the latest heated argument between Dr. Nick Bellini (Gerald Gordon) and Dr. John Rice (Terry Kiser).

In 1969, In a Brady Bunch episode called “Vote for Brady”, Both Greg and Marcia are running for student body president; the election campaign carries over into the Brady house with the other kids taking sides. Mike, Carol and Alice finally pitch in to prevent open warfare.

In 1969, John Lennonʹs “Live Peace In Toronto” album was released.

In 1969, The movie “The Magic Christian” with Ringo Starr as Youngman Grand had itʹs world premiere in London one day after an American promoter offered The Beatles nearly nine million dollars to perform a 12 city U.S. concert tour. The Beatles rejected the offer.

In 1970, On the cover of TV Guide: “Ed Sullivan and The Muppets”. Other Articles: Mary Tyler Moore Show, McCloud

In 1970, R.C., “After Midnight” by Eric Clapton peaked at #18 on the pop singles chart.

In 1970, R.C., “The Tears Of A Clown” by Smokey Robinson and The Miracles peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.

In 1972, Born on this day in Nashville, Tennessee, was Hank Williams III, musician, singer and multi-instrumentalist who scored the 2008 #2 album Damn Right, Rebel Proud.

In 1972, Irwin Allenʹs disaster motion picture, “The Poseidon Adventure” starring Gene Hackman, Shelly Winters, Ernest Borgnine, Jack Albertson, Stella Stevens, Red Buttons, Carol Lynley, Roddy McDowall, and Leslie Nielsen, had its world premiere in two movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 1966, "Thunderbirds Are GO" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 1967, "Guess Who's Coming to Dinner" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 1968, "The Killing of Sister George" was released by Cinemation Industries; Robert Aldrich (director); Beryl Reid, Susannah York, Coral Browne

In 1971, "The Decameron" was released by United Artists / Produzioni Europee Associate / Les Productions Artistes Associés / Artemis Films; Pier Paolo Pasolini (director/screenplay); Franco Citti, Ninetto Davoli, Angela Luce, Giuseppe Zigaina, Pier Paolo Pasolini, Giacomo Rizzo, Guido Alberti, Silvana Mangano, Gianni Rizzo, Monique van Vooren, Giani Esposito, Guido Mannari, Vincenzo Amato, Maria Gabriella Maione, Elisabetta Genovese, Giorgio Iovine, Lino Crispo, Vittorio Vittori, Vincenzo Ferrigno; Comedy, Drama, History; Live Action

In 1971, "Made for Each Other" was released by 20th Century Fox / Wylde Films; Robert B. Bean (director); Renée Taylor, Joseph Bologna (screenplay); Renée Taylor, Joseph Bologna, Paul Sorvino, Olympia Dukakis, Louis Zorich, Candice Azzara, Peggy Pope, Helen Verbit, Norman Shelly; Romance, Comedy; Live Action

In 1972, "Child's Play (mystery film)" was released by Paramount Pictures; Sidney Lumet (director); Leon Prochnik (screenplay); James Mason, Robert Preston, Beau Bridges, David Rounds, Kate Harrington, Tom Leopold, Christopher Man, Paul O'Keefe, Ron Weyand, Charles White, Brian Chapin, Bryant Fraser; Drama; Mystery

In 1972, "Man of La Mancha" was released by United Artists / Produzioni Europee Associati (PEA); Arthur Hiller (director); Dale Wasserman (screenplay); Peter O'Toole, Sophia Loren, James Coco, Harry Andrews, John Castle, Ian Richardson, Brian Blessed, Julie Gregg, Rosalie Crutchley, Gino Conforti, Marne Maitland, Dorothy Sinclair, Miriam Acevedo; Musical

In 1972, "The Poseidon Adventure" was released by 20th Century Fox / Kent Productions, Ltd.; Ronald Neame (director); Stirling Silliphant, Wendell Mayes (screenplay); Gene Hackman, Ernest Borgnine, Red Buttons, Carol Lynley, Roddy McDowall, Stella Stevens, Shelley Winters, Jack Albertson, Pamela Sue Martin, Arthur O'Connell, Eric Shea, Leslie Nielsen, Fred Sadoff, Sheila Mathews, John Crawford, Bob Hastings, Charles Bateman, Dick Durock, Maurice Marsac, Ernie Orsatti, David Sharpe, Tucker Smith, Paul Stader, Tom Steele, Waddy Wachtel, Byron Webster, Jan Arvan, Erik Nelson, Bobby Porter; Disaster

In 1973, "The Last Detail" was released by Columbia Pictures / Acrobat Productions / Bright-Persky Associates; Hal Ashby (director); Robert Towne (screenplay); Jack Nicholson, Otis Young, Randy Quaid, Clifton James, Carol Kane, Michael Moriarty, Nancy Allen, Gilda Radner, Kathleen Miller, Luana Anders, Patricia Hamilton, Michael Chapman, Jim Henshaw, Derek McGrath, Hal Ashby, Gerald Ayres; Comedy; Drama

In 1973, "Now Where Did the 7th Company Get to?" was released by Gaumont Film Company; Robert Lamoureux (director/screenplay); Pierre Mondy, Jean Lefebvre, Aldo Maccione, Robert Lamoureux, Pierre Tornade, Robert Dalban, Jacques Marin, Robert Rollis, Erik Colin, Alain Doutey; Comedy; War

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

In 1970, “A Whiter Shade Of Pale” by R.B. Greaves peaked at number 82 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “A Woman's Way” by Rozetta Johnson peaked at number 94 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “After Midnight” by Eric Clapton peaked at number 18 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Carolina In My Mind” by Crystal Mansion peaked at number 73 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Chains and Things” by B.B. King peaked at number 45 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Don't Try To Lay No Boogie-Woogie On The King Of Rock and Roll” by Crow peaked at number 52 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Everything's Alright” by The Newbeats peaked at number 16 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Fiddler On The Roof” by Village Stompers peaked at number 97 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Gone, Gone, Gone” by The Everly Brothers peaked at number 31 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “I'm Gonna Be Strong” by Gene Pitney peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “I'm Into Something Good” by Herman's Hermits peaked at number 13 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “If You Want This Love” by Sonny Knight peaked at number 71 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “It'll Never Be Over For Me” by Jeanette (Baby) Washington peaked at number 98 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Listen Lonely Girl” by Johnny Mathis peaked at number 62 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Mr. Lonely” by Bobby Vinton peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Only Love Can Break Your Heart” by Neil Young peaked at number 33 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Satin Red and Black Velvet Woman” by Dave Mason peaked at number 97 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “She's Not There” by The Zombies peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Since I Don't Have You” by Chuck Jackson peaked at number 47 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Talk To Me Baby” by Barry Mann peaked at number 94 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “The Tears Of A Clown” by Smokey Robinson and The Miracles peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Think About Your Children” by Mary Hopkin peaked at number 87 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Unless You Care” by Terry Black peaked at number 99 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Where Did All The Good Times Go” by Classics IV peaked at number 69 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Who Needs Ya” by Steppenwolf peaked at number 54 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Wrap It Up” by Archie Bell and The Drells peaked at number 93 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1964, 😉 “Ringo” by Lorne Greene peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “A Nickel Piece Of Candy” by The Winmen peaked at number 36 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Beaucoups Of Blues” by Ringo Starr peaked at number 35 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Black Night” by Deep Purple peaked at number 67 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Brush A Little Sunshine” by Tommy Roe peaked at number 87 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “California Bound” by Ronny and The Daytonas peaked at number 37 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Don't Try To Lay No Boogie-Woogie On The King Of Rock and Roll” by Crow peaked at number 52 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Easy Rider (Let The Wind Pay The Way)” by Iron Butterfly peaked at number 48 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Engine Number 9” by Wilson Pickett peaked at number 23 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Las Vegas Scene” by Wes Dakus peaked at number 23 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Miss Ann” by Delaney and Bonnie peaked at number 83 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Shaggy Dog” by Mickey Lee Lane peaked at number 32 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “She Understands Me” by Johnny Tillotson peaked at number 25 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Think About Your Children” by Mary Hopkin peaked at number 82 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Valley To Pray” by Arlo Guthrie peaked at number 75 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Water Colour Days” by Bobby Goldsboro peaked at number 93 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Who Needs Ya” by Steppenwolf peaked at number 28 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “You Don't Have To Say You Love Me” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “You Really Got Me” by The Kinks peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.

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

In 1964, “Gone, Gone, Gone” by The Everly Brothers peaked at number 36 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Home Lovin' Man” by Andy Williams peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You)” by Marvin Gaye peaked at number 49 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “I Feel Fine” by The Beatles peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “It's Only Make Believe” by Glen Campbell peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “There's A Heartache Following Me” by Jim Reeves peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “When I'm Dead and Gone” by McGuinness Flint peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1964, 😉 “Leader Of The Pack” by The Shangri-Las peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1964, “(There's) Always Something There To Remind Me” by Sandie Shaw peaked at number 16 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1970, “A Song Of Joy (Himno A La Alegria)” by Miguel Rios peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1970, “It's Only Make Believe” by Glen Campbell peaked at number 2 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Through The Eyes Of Love” by Bobby and Laurie peaked at number 13 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1970, “After Midnight” by Eric Clapton peaked at number 19 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1964, “All Day and All Of The Night” by The Kinks peaked at number 9 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Hello Darkness” by Shocking Blue peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1970, “I'll Be There” by The Jackson 5 peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Mona Lisa wacht op mij!” by Het Radi-Ensemble peaked at number 14 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Patches” by Clarence Carter peaked at number 26 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Stop! I Don't Wanna Hear It Anymore” by Melanie peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Time To Kill” by The Band peaked at number 13 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Victoria” by Liesbeth List peaked at number 15 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Norway 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1964, “Ain't That Loving You Baby” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 4 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Baby Love” by The Supremes peaked at number 5 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Black Night” by Deep Purple peaked at number 2 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1964, “If I Fell” by The Beatles peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1964-1973 Sunshine Generation Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1970, “Wigwam” by Bob Dylan peaked at number 9 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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