Tuesday 16 February 1960
It was Tuesday, under the sign of Aquarius (see planets position on February 16, 1960). The US president was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Famous people born on this day include Lucy Kaplansky and Cherie Chung.
In that special week of February people in US were listening to Teen Angel by Mark Dinning.
In UK Why by Anthony Newley was in the top 5 hits.
Carry on, Constable, directed by Gerald Thomas, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1960
while My Wicked, Wicked Ways by Errol Flynn was one of the best selling books.
On TV people were watching Showtime.
But much more happened that day: find out below..
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Historical Events
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Holidays:
- Saint Juliana
- Saint Lucilla
- Remembrance of Lambertus
- Saint Jeremias
- Saints Daniel, Samuel and Elias
- Kyoto Protocol Day (2005)
- Lithuania - Independence Day (1918)
Famous Birthdays:
- Lucy Kaplansky
- Cherie Chung: Hong Kong actress.
- Bill Pecota: American baseball player.
- Pete Willis: English guitarist (Def Leppard Atomic Mass Gogmagog and Roadhouse).
Facts:
- US nuclear submarine USS Triton sets off on underwater round-world trip.
- The U.S. Navy submarine USS Triton begins Operation Sandblast, setting sail from New London, Connecticut, to begin the first submerged circumnavigation of the globe.
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Magazine Covers
What news were making the headlines those days in February 1960?
- LIFE: Bathyscaphs dive submarine
- Time: Scotty Reston
- SportsIllustrated: Sports Illustrated: no.7653
- Beano: Your personalised Beano Book from 1960
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Music Charts
Which were the top hits in that special week of February 1960 ?
Top #10 songs in the USA
- Mark Dinning - Teen Angel
- Johnny Preston - Running Bear
- Jimmy Jones - Handy Man
- Jim Reeves - He'll Have To Go
- Dion and the Belmonts - Where Or When
- Percy Faith - The Theme From A Summer Place
- Jack Scott - What In The World's Come Over You
- Conway Twitty - Lonely Blue Boy
- The Everly Brothers - Let It Be Me
- Marty Robbins - El Paso
Top #10 R&B songs
- Dinah Washington & Brook Benton - Baby (You've Got What It Takes)
- Rosco Gordon - Just A Little Bit
- B.B. King - Sweet Sixteen
- Jimmy Jones - Handy Man
- Bobby Bland - I'll Take Care Of You
- Barrett Strong - Money (That's what I want)
- Marv Johnson - You Got What It Takes
- Jackie Wilson - Talk That Talk
- Mark Dinning - Teen Angel
- Johnny Preston - Running Bear
Top #5 songs in the UK
- Anthony Newley - Why
- Voice In The Wilderness - Cliff Richard & The Shadows
- Adam Faith - Poor Me
- Freddie Cannon - Way Down Yonder In New Orleans
- Craig Douglas - Pretty Blue Eyes
Books
Which were the most popular books released in the last weeks ?
My Wicked, Wicked Ways
Known to millions as the preeminent swashbuckler of the silver screen, Errol Flynn was a complex man who lived a life far more adventurous than any of his films.
More infoThe Joy Of Music
(Amadeus). This classic work is perhaps Bernstein's finest collection of conversations on the meaning and wonder of music. This book is a must for all music fans who wish to experience
More infoThe Status Seekers
"An explosive exploration of class behavior in America and the hidden barriers that affect you, your community, and your future."
More infoMay This House Be Safe From Tigers
Author: Alexander King. Memoir. Copyright: 1960. Illustrated with 23 original drawings from the author. 373 pages. Hardcover.
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