Monthly Archives: September 2020

‘Clarabell’s Big Surprise’ revealed on ‘Howdy Doody’ series finale 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Sep 24 1960)

1960s, U.S. Presidents


Video: 'Howdy Doody Show September 24, 1960 Full Last Episode'

(Saturday, September 24, 1960, 10:00-11:00 a.m. EDT) — Clarabell the Clown, who had used pantomime and honking horns to communicate for 13 years on Howdy Doody but had never spoken, surprised his audience today by saying, “Goodbye, kids” on the final episode of the American children’s television series featuring host Buffalo Bob Smith. Continue reading ‘Clarabell’s Big Surprise’ revealed on ‘Howdy Doody’ series finale 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Sep 24 1960) →

Boston police officer killed in Brighton Bank Heist to fund anti-Vietnam War efforts 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Sep 23 1970)

1970s, Vietnam War


Video: 'Surrender: Guerilla to Grandmother'

(Wednesday, September 23, 1970, 9:20 a.m. EDT; during the Opposition to United States involvement in the Vietnam War) — Using an arsenal of weapons stolen from the Massachusetts National Guard armory in Newburyport, Massachusetts, a criminal gang of three men and two women robbed $26,000 from a bank today in Brighton, Massachusetts, to obtain funds for anti-Vietnam War efforts. Continue reading Boston police officer killed in Brighton Bank Heist to fund anti-Vietnam War efforts 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Sep 23 1970) →

The Monkees record final 1960s era single 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Sep 22 1970)

1970s, Popular Music 1970s, The Monkees


Video: 'Do It in the Name of Love'

(Tuesday, September 22, 1970) — The remaining Monkees, Micky Dolenz and Davy Jones, recorded “Do It in the Name of Love” and “Lady Jane,” the final single produced in the band’s original incarnation, today in New York City. Continue reading The Monkees record final 1960s era single 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Sep 22 1970) →

John Lennon completes ‘Dear Yoko’ and ‘I’m Losing You’ for ‘Double Fantasy’ album 40 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Sep 22 1980)

1980s, Popular Music 1980s, The Beatles 1980s


Video: 'John Lennon - Dear Yoko (Early Take)'

(Monday, September 22, 1980, beginning at 2:00 p.m. EDT; during sessions for Double Fantasy and Milk And Honey) — Former Beatle John Lennon, who returned to the recording studio last month after a five-year absence for what would turn out to be his final studio albums, Double Fantasy and Milk And Honey (both with his wife, Yoko Ono), completed “Dear Yoko” and “I’m Losing You” today, overdubbing his lead vocals for both songs at The Hit Factory in New York City. Continue reading John Lennon completes ‘Dear Yoko’ and ‘I’m Losing You’ for ‘Double Fantasy’ album 40 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Sep 22 1980) →

Iraqi aircraft bombard ten airfields in Iran as conflict erupts into full-scale war 40 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Sep 22 1980)

1980s, U.S. Presidents


Video: 'Iran-Iraq War Documentary' (7 videos)

(Monday, September 22, 1980; during the Iran–Iraq War) — The Persian Gulf conflict between Iran and Iraq erupted into full-scale war today when Iraqi aircraft bombarded ten airfields in Iran to cripple the Iranian air force on the ground. Continue reading Iraqi aircraft bombard ten airfields in Iran as conflict erupts into full-scale war 40 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Sep 22 1980) →

Reagan, Anderson clash in first 1980 general election presidential debate 40 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Sep 21 1980)

1980s, U.S. Presidents


Video: '1980 Presidential Candidate Debate: Governor Ronald Reagan and Congressman John Anderson – 9/21/80'

(Sunday, September 21, 1980, 10:00-11:00 p.m. EDT; during the 1980 United States presidential election) — Republican nominee Ronald Reagan and independent candidate John B. Anderson disagreed on abortion, tax cuts, energy, defense and how to revitalize American cities in the first debate of the 1980 presidential campaign tonight at the Baltimore Convention Center but made only intermittent attacks on Democratic President Jimmy Carter, who chose not to participate. Continue reading Reagan, Anderson clash in first 1980 general election presidential debate 40 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Sep 21 1980) →

John Lennon completes ‘Watching The Wheels’ for ‘Double Fantasy’ album 40 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Sep 20 1980)

1980s, Popular Music 1980s, The Beatles 1980s


Video: 'John Lennon - "Watching The Wheels" Take 3'

(Saturday, September 20, 1980; during sessions for Double Fantasy and Milk And Honey) — Former Beatle John Lennon, who returned to the recording studio last month after a five-year absence for what would turn out to be his final studio albums, Double Fantasy and Milk And Honey (both with his wife, Yoko Ono), completed “Watching The Wheels” today, overdubbing his lead vocals at The Hit Factory in New York City. Continue reading John Lennon completes ‘Watching The Wheels’ for ‘Double Fantasy’ album 40 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Sep 20 1980) →

Jim Morrison found guilty of indecent exposure by Miami jury 50 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Sep 20 1970)

1970s, Popular Music 1970s, The Doors


Video: 'Jim Morrison Convicted in Florida Great Quality Rare Footage 1970'

(Sunday, September 20, 1970, approximately noon EDT) — A six-man jury in Miami found Jim Morrison, lead singer of the rock musical group The Doors, guilty today on two misdemeanor charges for his behavior at a concert at the Dinner Key auditorium in Miami on Mar. 1, 1969. Continue reading Jim Morrison found guilty of indecent exposure by Miami jury 50 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Sep 20 1970) →