Demented Datebook Apr 1
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People on April 1st: birthdates
Ali MacGraw: 1939 (is 65 in 2004, 66 in 2005)
Movie Actress, Model, Roman Catholic, b. in Pound Ridge, N.Y.;
RFN:Alice; some say 1938; Love Story, The Winds of War's Natalie
Jastrow, Dynasty's Lady Ashley Montague; Steve McQueen's ex-wife; some
say 1938
Arthur Smith: 1921 (is 83 in 2004, 84 in 2005)
Country/Western Performer, Guitarist, Songwriter, Bandleader,
NN:Fiddlin'; some say b. April 10; wrote Dueling Banjos
Phillip Space: 1907 (is 97 in 2004, 98 in 2005)
Movie Actor, (Legendary?) Movie Extra, appeared as an extra in over
1000 theatrical releases; Leonard Maltin's Joke; APRIL FOOL!
Grace Lee Whitney: 1930 (is 74 in 2004, 75 in 2005)
Actress, Singer, Songwriter, Star Trek's Yeoman Janice Rand; composed
Disco Trekkin', Star Child, & USS Enterprise
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People on April 1st: birth anniversaries
Gordon Jump: 1932=d.Sep 22, 2003 (was 71)
TV Actor, b. in Dayton, Oh.; Classic & New WKRP in Cincinnatti's Arthur
Carlson the station mgr, Partridge Family freq guest, Growing Pains'
grandad, Maytag repairman
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People on April 1st: death anniversaries
Jim Jordan: 1988 (was 91)/b.Nov 6, 1896?
Radio Actor, Comedian, b. in Peoria, IL; Fibber McGee's himself 1935-
60, wife Marian played Molly; d. in Beverly Hills; some say b. Nov 16,
1896
Jack M. Warner: 1995 (was 79)/b.Mar 27, 1916
Film Executive, Canadian, co-founder Warner Bros.
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General events on April 1st
In 1996, in a widely published April Fools joke, Taco Bell purchased the
Liberty Bell from the federal government in Philadelphia in order to
reduce the federal budget. Actually, the Liberty Bell is owned by the
city of Philadelphia.
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Human Achievement and Science events on April 1st
In 1929, 75 years ago, Inventor Louie Marx introduced the YO YO. He was
thereafter referred to as Yo Yo Marx, which made people think he was
related to Groucho, Harpo and Chico.
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Entertainment events on April 1st
In 1979, 25 years ago, Bartholomew J. "Bart" Simpson, Cartoon Character,
was born, he's perennially age 10; date acc to Groenig's book; some
say b. Dec 17, 1979.
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Entertainment-TV events on April 1st
In 1954, 50 years ago, "Here's Wallace!" (later renamed "The Wallace and
Ladmo Show") debuted on KPHO-TV in Phoenix, AZ...it ran daily until
1989...officially a kid's show, it became a cult favorite for a lot
of parents and even childless adults who loved the subversive sense
of humor and wacky cast of supporting characters...on the 30th
anniversary show, audience member Alice Cooper even won a Ladmo bag.
In 1957, all of Great Britain was fooled this April Fool's Day by
England's famous newscaster, Richard Dimbleby. The newscaster,
wrapping up the day's news on "Panorama", the BBC's current affairs
program, reported about the "spring spaghetti crop in Italy." The
filmed report showed the spaghetti (some ten pounds of the stuff)
being picked from a tree. Many Brits believed him, by Jove! One
member of our staff remembers doing something similar by asking radio
listeners to "send us $100 and we'll send you 25 words or less." He
was fired. No foolin'!
In 1960, "The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour", TV Comedy, last aired on CBS.
Guest star: Ernie Kovacs
In 1979, 25 years ago, "Nickelodeon Network" (originally called
"Pinwheel") cable TV network debut. They would later bring us Ren
and Stimpy, You Can't Do That On Television, Clarissa Explains It
All, Rugrats, and other children's shows presented in a way the other
networks are not airing.
In 1990, "Ha!" the comedy Channel on cable TV was launched.
In 1991, Comedy Central was launched by combining the Comedy Channel
with HA!
In 1994, 10 years ago, Kermit The Frog hosted Larry King Live On CNN.
In 1996, Doubleday publishes "Dennis Miller: The Rants," the first
collection of monologues from HBO's "Dennis Miller Live." Of course,
that's just my research ... I could be wrong.
In 1998, on "South Park", Eric Cartman's father is revealed...APRIL
FOOL! It's the "Terrence and Phillip Show" with an appearance by
"Celine Dion".
In 2000, "Boomerang" cable channel was launched as a boomer version of
Cartoon Network,
In 2000, Turner Broadcasting System launched a second cable television
channel featuring 24-hours of cartoons, "Boomerang." Cartoon Network
will then focus on airing original cartoons, while Boomerang will
feature cartoons from the company's Hanna-Barbera library.
"Boomerang will serve baby boomers and kids ages 2-to-7"
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Entertainment-Soap events on April 1st
In 1988, the soap "General Hospital" celebrated a quarter of a century
on the air. One notable novelty song Dr. Demento played during the
Luke and Laura popularity was The Afternoon Delights' "General Hospi-
Tale". Dementia rules the soaps, obviously.
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Entertainment-Movies events on April 1st
In 1938, The Silly Symphony film, "The Moth and the Flame" is released.
In 1944, 60 years ago, the demented cartoon character "Screwball
Squirrel" was released in the movie theaters in USA. He retired
after four cartoons.
In 1976, "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" in which Susan Sarandon is
seduced by a sweet transvestite from outer space, began its second
and much more successful life as the midnight show at the Waverly
Theater in New York City's Greenwich Village.
In 1983, "The Ewoks Join The Fight" single by Various was released
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Entertainment-Radio events on April 1st
In 1935, the first radio tube made of metal was announced in
Schenectady, N.Y.
In 1991, Disco 106: L.A.'s 105.9 FM signed on as a classic disco
station...for 12 hours as an April Fool joke.
In 1996, Howard Stern's morning radio show began airing on WZLX in
Boston, Massachusetts.
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Arts and Prose events on April 1st
In 1938, "Superman" comic strip debut in newspapers.
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Music events on April 1st
In 1950, "Peter Cottontail" makes the pop chart by Gene Autry, will peak
at #5, and hit the chart again 3-31-51 and peaked at #19.
In 1984, 20 years ago, "AL-TV" starring Weird Al Yankovic aired as a
special on MTV.
In 1988, Dr. Demento first counted down his Demented Top 20 Videos Of
All Time on MTV's video countdown show.
In 1989, 15 years ago, R.C., "Walk The Dinosaur" by Was (Not Was) peaked
at #7 on the pop singles chart.
In 1991, in an April Fool's Day prank, Elton John -- dressed in drag --
surprised Rod Stewart onstage in London.
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Music-Rock events on April 1st
In 1970, John & Yoko released a hoax that they are having dual sex
change operations.
In 1973, John & Yoko formed a new country with no laws or boundaries,
called Nutopia; its national anthem is silence, which Roseanne would
be able to sing very well.
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Music-Country events on April 1st
In 1993, the producers of the country TV comedy series "Hee Haw"
announced that the show would leave the air after a 25-year run.
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Sports-Baseball events on April 1st
In 1930, Leo "Gabby" Harnett of the Chicago Cubs caught baseballs
dropped from a Goodyear blimp hovering over Los Angeles.
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Weird and Other events on April 1st
In 2004, 04 x 01 = 04
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DR. DEMENTO SHOW SONG ALMANAC
First Time Dr. Demento Played a Song
1979 - Brush Up Your Shakespeare - Kiss Me Kate original cast (last played on 1981-08-09)
1979 - I Hear Horses - Norman Temple (last played on 1987-08-23)
1979 - Inflation - Zeke Manners (last played on 1991-01-06)
1979 - Joltin' Joe DiMaggio - Les Brown & His Orchestra (f/ Betty Bonney) / Baseball's Greatest Hits (released 1941, last played on 1999-04-04)
1979 - Lily The Pink - The Scaffold (last played on 1985-04-21)
1979 - Never Gonna Dance - Fred Astaire (released 1936, last played on 1979-04-01)
1979 - Pot Party - Mike Curb/Bob Summers (from Teenage Rebellion OST) (last played on 1983-09-04)
1979 - Serious - Tom Rodriguez (last played on 1981-07-19)
1979 - The Pumped-Out Blues - Barnes & Barnes (last played on 1979-04-01)
1984 - Ah A - Barnes & Barnes / Zabagabe: The Best of Barnes and Barnes (last played on 1987-12-06)
1984 - Beethoven's 7th Symphony (beginning of 2nd movement followed by record scratch) - ? (last played on 1984-04-01)
1984 - Eugene - Crazy Joe & The Variable Speed Band (released 1980, last played on 2001-06-17)
1984 - Krapco Gene Splicer - The American Comedy Network (last played on 1984-04-01)
1984 - Tacos For Two - Lalo Guerrero (released 1955, last played on 1999-05-02)
1990 - Chinese If You Please - Khanfusion (last played on 1990-04-01)
1990 - Dog Doo On The Soles of My Shoes - Shtillson & Govatinberg (last played on 1990-04-01)
1990 - Gorby - Loose Bruce Kerr (last played on 1990-04-01)
1990 - Rockin' Pneumonia And The Boogie Woogie Flu - Huey Smith & The Clowns (released 1957, last played on 1990-04-01)
2001 - Demented News Apr 1, 2001 - Whimsical Will / Demented News 2001 Volume (last played on 2001-04-01)
2001 - Does My Insurance Cover This? - Mark Trail (last played on 2001-04-01)
2001 - I'm Just Your Mom - Bill Larkin / Bill's Family Funtime (last played on 2002-05-12)
2001 - My Cellmate Thinks I'm Sexy - Cledus T. Judd / Just Another Day In Parodies (released 2000, last played on 2002-01-20)
2001 - They're Coming To Take Me Away, Ha-Haaa! - Stepford Wives (last played on 2001-09-16)
2001 - Vittles - Irene Ryan / The Beverly Hillbillies Original Cast Album (last played on 2001-04-01)
First Time a Funny Five Song Was Played
1984 - Eugene - Crazy Joe & The Variable Speed Band (released 1980, first hit the Funny Five on 2000-01-09)
First Time a Song Reached the Funny Five
2001 - Pos.5. First House - Tom Tuerff / Something To Sell At My Gigs (first played 2001-03-04)
First Time a #1 Funny Five Song Was Played
First Time a Song Reached #1 on the Funny Five
All The Times a Song Reached #1
1979 - Pos.1. Fish Heads - Barnes & Barnes / Yeah-Essential Barnes & Barnes / Voobaha / Very Best of Dr. Demento / Dr. Demento 20th Anniversary Collection (appearance #5)
1984 - Pos.1. Earache My Eye Featuring Alice Bowie - Cheech and Chong / Dr. Demento 20th Anniversary Collection / Where There's Smoke There's Cheech and Chong / Wedding Album / Up in Smoke Soundtrack
/ Cheech and Chong's Greatest Hit (appearance #3)
1990 - Pos.1. The Smallest Thing Known To Man - Lorne Elliott / The Collected Mistakes (appearance #2)
2001 - Pos.1. The Chainsaw Juggler - The Four Postmen / Hit Record (appearance #8)
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FRIGGIN HERE SHOW SONG ALMANAC
First Time Friggin Here Played a Song
2000 - Bongwater Day - The Bobs (last played on 2000-04-01)
2000 - Cover of a Weekender - Doodoo Wah (last played on 2000-08-26)
2000 - Iron Gates - Too Hip for the Room (last played on 2000-04-01)
2000 - Who Needs Art? - The Foremen (last played on 2000-04-01)
2000 - The Jeffersons - Mark Eddie (last played on 2000-04-01)
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Random Generated Jokes, Quotes, and Other Stuff!
Today's 'Confused-Us' Saying...
"ever think about the fact that thorn bushes have roses?"
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Random Thought...
"Bones, I'm a captain, not a doctor." -Kir"
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Another Random Thought...
"Always imitate the behavior of winners when you lose"
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And Another Random Thought...
"There's no fool like an old fool, 'cause he's experienced"
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Still Another Random Thought...
"If ignorance is bliss - then why aren't you smiling?"
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Yet Another Random Thought...
"Those who like sausage or political policy should not watch it being made"
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Murphy's Law of the Day...
"Don't be conspicuous. In the combat zone, it draws fire. Out of the combat
zone, it draws sergeants. - Murphy's Military Laws"
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Computer Tagline...
"Real programmers know better than the users what they need"
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Today's Steven Wright Joke...
"Winny would spend all of his time practicing limbo...He got pretty
good...He could go under a rug..."
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Today's 'You Might Be A Redneck If' (tm) Joke...
"You think "Dueling Banjos" is classical music."
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Today's Sniglet(tm)...
"RECOINNOITER (re coin oi tur) v. To check for change in coin return slots."
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Today's Book Hype...
"Autobiography of a adult movie actor: Festor Sore"
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Today's Actual Headline...
"BIBLE CHURCH'S FOCUS IS THE BIBLE "
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Today's Star Trek(tm) Tag...
"I am Homer of Borg. Prepare to be.....ooooh donuts..."
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Today's Star Trek (tm) Quote...
We humans are full of unpredictable emotions that logic cannot solve.
-- Kirk, "What Are Little Girls Made Of?" stardate 2712.4.
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Today's Star Trek TNG (tm) Quote...
It's great to hear your voice, Captain. We're a little busy right now.
I'll get right back to you.
-- Star Trek. Geordi, "Arsenal of Freedom"
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