Demented Datebook June 12 - The Countdown is Over!
David Tanny
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D.T.'s Today In History Datebook for June 12th
Welcome to another edition of...
D.T.'s Today In Demented History Datebook!
People on June 12th: birthdates
Marv Albert: 1941 (is 63 in 2004, 64 in 2005)
Sportscaster, Author, NBC Sports; AP says 1941, other sources give 1939
and 1943
Reg Ball: 1943 (is 61 in 2004, 62 in 2005)
Rock & Roll Bassist, Rock & Roll Singer, of The Troggs; aka Reg Presley
George Bush: 1924 (is 80 in 2004, 81 in 2005)
President/V.Prez, Naval Officer, Ambassador, Baseball Player, b. in
Milton, MA; Lt. Navy; WWII pilot; MN:Herbert Walker; 43rd U.S. Vice
President (1981-89); 41st U.S. President (1989-93); Barbara's hubby,
U.S. Ambassador to China; College baseball player; avid sportsman;
played 1B on 1947 and '48 Yale baseball teams that placed second in
College World Series; captain of 1948 team.
John Linnell: 1959 (is 45 in 2004, 46 in 2005)
Novelty Singer, Novelty Musician, They Might Be Giants
Jim Morris: 1957 (is 47 in 2004, 48 in 2005)
Comedian, Impressionist, did Ronald Reagan, George Bush
Jim Nabors: 1932 (is 72 in 2004, 73 in 2005)
Actor, Comedian, Singer, TV Talk Show Host, Protestant, Gay, b. in
Sylacauga, AL; Gawl-ee!, Andy Griffith Show's & Gomer Pyle USMC's Pvt.
Gomer Pyle, Jim Nabors Show, The Lost Saucer
Reg Presley: 1943 (is 61 in 2004, 62 in 2005)
Rock & Roll Singer, Songwriter, English, RN:Reginald Ball; Troggs'
founding member
Richard Sherman: 1928 (is 76 in 2004, 77 in 2005)
Composer, Lyricist, Mary Poppins score including Chim Chim Cher-ee
Scott Thompson: 1959 (is 45 in 2004, 46 in 2005)
TV Actor, Comedian, of The Kids in the Hall, The Larry Sanders Show
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People on June 12th: birth anniversaries
Irwin Allen: 1916=d.Nov 2, 1991 (was 75)
TV/Movie Producer, Movie Director, The Master of Disaster; Earthquake,
Poseidon Adventure, Towering Inferno, Airport, The Swarm, Voyage to the
Bottom of the Sea, Lost in Space, Time Tunnel, Land of the Giants,
Alice in Wonderland
Samuel Z. Arkoff: 1918=d.Sep 16, 2001 (was 83)
Movie Producer, Film Executive, I Was a Teenage Werewolf, Beach Blanket
Bingo
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People on June 12th: death anniversaries
Jimmy Dorsey: 1957 (was 53)/b.Feb 29, 1904
Bandleader, Alto-sax, Clarinetist, Trumpeter, Cornetist, b. in
Shenandoah, Pa.; Tommy's brother; Big Band era biggie; Stage Show
cohost; his "So Rare" hit described the frequency of his birthday
Lou Monte: 1989 (was 72)/b.Apr 2, 1917
Singer, Guitarist, sang Pepino the Italian Mouse
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Government and Politics on June 12th
In 1935, Senator Huey Long of Louisiana spoke continually for 15 1/2
hours in the Senate. It was the longest speech on record. His 150,000
world filled 100 pages in the Congressional Record and cost the
government $5,000 to print.
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Human Achievement and Science events on June 12th
In 1965, the Big Bang theory of the creation of the universe is
supported by the announcement of the discovery of new celestial
bodies know as blue galaxies. Of course, Will discovered another
theory in space regarding some crooning sound coming from outside the
galaxy. That's right. He discovered the Big Bing Theory. (GROAN).
In 1979, 25 years ago, American 26-year-old cyclist Bryan Allen flew the
first man-powered "Gossamer Albatross" aircraft across the English
Channel in a human-powered aircraft; the flight took 2 hrs, 49 min.
He was the first person to achieve this ... feet of flight.
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Entertainment events on June 12th
In 1976, "Yes, Yes, Yes" by Bill Cosby hits #46.
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Entertainment-TV events on June 12th
In 1955, "Mr. Peepers" (TV Comedy) starring Wally Cox aired for the last
time on NBC.
In 1958, "Make Me Laugh", TV Game Show; last aired on ABC, syndicated
1979.
In 1971, on the cover of TV Guide: "Lucille Ball". Other Articles:
Hollywood Squares, Kup's Show
In 1989, 15 years ago, Matt ("Max Headroom") Frewer stars as a wacky
Rhode Island physician in "Doctor, Doctor" on CBS.
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Entertainment-Movies events on June 12th
In 1913, The first animated movie (cartoon) was released, "The Artist's
Dream" aka "The Daschund" by Pathe Freres.
In 1942, The Donald Duck film, "Donald's Garden" is released.
In 1963, one of Hollywood's costliest failures, 20th Century Fox's
"Cleopatra," starring Elizabeth Taylor, Richard Burton and Rex
Harrison, and costing $40 million, premiered at the Rivoli in New
York.
In 1981, "Raiders Of The Lost Ark" Motion Picture starring Harrison Ford
as Indiana Jones opened in U.S.A. theaters.
In 1992, the movie "Batman Returns" was released in the movie theaters
in USA.
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Music events on June 12th
In 1909, "Shine On, Harvest Moon" hits #1 on the pop singles chart by
Ada Jones & Billy Murray.
In 1948, R.C., "William Tell Overture" by Spike Jones & the City
Slickers entered the Top 40; will peak at #6.
In 1976, R.C., "Yes, Yes, Yes" by Bill Cosby peaked at #46 on the pop
singles chart.
In 1994, 10 years ago, Band leader Cab Calloway suffers a stroke at his
Westchester, N.Y., home. The 86-year-old is later moved to a nursing
home and dies Nov. 18.
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Music-Rock events on June 12th
In 1972, John Lennon and Yoko Ono's "Sometime In New York City" was
released. It featured Frank Zappa and the Mothers of Invention, the
Plastic Ono Band, and Elephant's Memory. It included the cuts "Woman
is the N**g*r of the World," "Attica State" and "Luck of the Irish".
In 1982, R.C., "I Predict" by Sparks peaked at #60 on the pop singles
chart.
In 1993, R.C., "Three Little Pigs" by Green Jelly peaked at #17 on the
pop singles chart.
In 1995, "A Live One" album by Phish was released
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Sports-Basketball events on June 12th
In 1984, 20 years ago, Die-hard Lakers fan Jack Nicholson moons a group
of Celtics supporters during a basketball game in the Boston Garden.
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Weird and Other events on June 12th
In 1952, a cat named Dusty gave birth to her record 420th kitten in
Bonham, TX.
In 1972, 06 x 12 = 72
In 1979, 25 years ago, Kevin St. Onge threw a playing card a record
185'.
In 2072, 06 x 12 = 72
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DR. DEMENTO SHOW SONG ALMANAC
First Time Dr. Demento Played a Song
1983 - Busted - Ray Charles & His Orchestra (released 1963, last played on 2002-02-17)
1983 - Sea Cruise - Frankie Ford / Loud, Fast & Out Of Control (last played on 1983-06-12)
1983 - The Chocolate Freak - Hudson and Landry (last played on 1984-10-14)
1983 - The Galaxy Song - Monty Python (f/ Eric Idle) / Monty Python Sings / Monty Python's The Meaning of Life (last played on 2004-05-29)
1988 - Fifty-One Beers - Carlin Hardy (last played on 1989-06-04)
1988 - Melanoma Girl - Steven Banks (last played on 1988-06-12)
1988 - Pump Up the Bitter - The Stars Turn-On 45 Pints (last played on 1988-06-12)
1988 - Save the Plankton - The Duh (last played on 1988-06-12)
1988 - Spuds: An Irish Lament - Tim Cavanagh (last played on 2003-03-16)
1988 - Stars and Stripes - Dan Hart (last played on 1988-06-12)
1988 - Zoumelweise Beer Song (1911 commercial) - ? (last played on 1988-06-12)
1994 - Bats in My Belfry - Napoleon XIV / The Second Coming (released 1966, last played on 1994-06-12)
1994 - Cut Your Hair - Brian Dewan (last played on 1994-06-12)
1994 - Don't Worry, Keep Kosher - Guns n' Charoses (last played on 1994-06-12)
1994 - Feel the Brain - Brian Dewan (last played on 1994-07-10)
1994 - Hittin' Bedrock - Whimsical Will / Cutting Up w/ Whimsical Will CD: Summer Movie Adventures (last played on 1995-01-01)
1994 - Mighty Manly Hunting Men - Da Yoopers / One Can Short of a Six Pack (last played on 1996-11-10)
1994 - Rappin' Abbott & Costello - Sean & Bill (last played on 1994-06-12)
1994 - Whiskey 'fore Breakfast/Sailor's Bonnet - Mike Cross / Best Of The Funny Stuff: Creme De La Cross / Live and Kickin' (last played on 2004-06-06)
1994 - The Farewell Toast - Mike Cross / Best Of The Funny Stuff: Creme De La Cross / Irregular Guy (last played on 1994-07-24)
1994 - The Letter - Brian Dewan (last played on 1994-08-28)
1994 - The Man Who Couldn't Cry - Johnny Cash / American Recordings (last played on 1996-02-25)
First Time a Funny Five Song Was Played
1994 - Hittin' Bedrock - Whimsical Will / Cutting Up w/ Whimsical Will CD: Summer Movie Adventures (first hit the Funny Five on 1994-06-26)
First Time a Song Reached the Funny Five
1988 - Pos.3. Parents Just Don't Understand - D.J. Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince / Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince's Greatest Hits / He's the D.J., I'm the Rapper (first played 1988-06-05)
First Time a #1 Funny Five Song Was Played
1994 - Hittin' Bedrock - Whimsical Will / Cutting Up w/ Whimsical Will CD: Summer Movie Adventures (first hit #1 on 1994-06-26)
First Time a Song Reached #1 on the Funny Five
All The Times a Song Reached #1
1983 - Pos.1. Rock & Roll Doctor - Travesty, Ltd. / Dr. Demento 30th Anniversary Collection / Teen Comedy Party 2000 (appearance #3)
1988 - Pos.1. The Contra Rap - Rich Little / Ronald Reagan Slept Here (appearance #4)
1994 - Pos.1. Bedrock Anthem - "Weird Al" Yankovic / The TV Album / Weird Al Yankovic's Greatest Hits, Volume II / Alapalooza / The Permanent Record: Al In The Box (appearance #4)
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FRIGGIN HERE SHOW SONG ALMANAC
First Time Friggin Here Played a Song
1999 - Bart Simp Son - the great Luke Ski / Carpe Dementia (last played on 2002-04-20)
1999 - Das Uber Tuber (or the Mystery of Mr. P) - Ookla the Mok / Super Secret (last played on 2002-04-06)
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THIS DAVE IN HISTORY (David Letterman)
In 1985, "Grant Tinker" introduces the Late Night Anthem, "A Late Night World of Love," performed by the Late Night International Children's Choir, consisting of Dave, Paul, Al Frisch, Chris Elliott,
Larry Bud, and four kids.
In 1991, Top Ten Least Popular New York City Street Vendors - 4. Fingerless Frank's mystery tacos.
In 1992, Chris Elliott performs his parody of William Shatner's "Rocket Man."
In 1992, Top Ten Game Shows in Hell - 1. Stitch Pullers with John Davidson.
In 1995, A guest is needed for the show, so Dave selects Winnie Kess from outside the theater to come in and prepare one great story.
In 1995, The Top Ten office's first night in Grand Rapids after a caller the week before on Larry King asks Dave to move it there.
In 1995, Top Ten Things Newt & Clinton Said To Each Other Under Their Breath - 3. "Try deep-frying a Snickers bar, and thank me later."
In 1996, "New Father's Day Cards" bit, including some done by Biff.
In 1996, The lovely Liv Tyler is a guest. Also, Dave plays with a hot glue gun.
In 1996, Throughout the show, Navy Seals try to infiltrate the theater.
In 1996, Top Ten Signs You're Not One of the 25 Most Influential People in America - 1. You weigh 500 pounds but Richard Simmons won't hug you.
In 1997, Biff Henderson covers game 5 of the NBA finals.
In 1997, Dave passes out ham and, later on, sings a B. B. King song. Also, Top Ten President Clinton Summer Fun Tips.
In 1997, Guest Tom Brokaw explains why he turned down an offer to leave NBC for CNN: "Same as you with CBS: more money, smaller audience."
In 1997, Know Your Current Events: (1) Phyllis, (2) Phil from Philly.
In 1997, Top Ten President Clinton Summer Fun Tips: #5. After a day in the woods, hire a 15-man search party to check your entire body for ticks.
In 1998, After reading some new words from the dictionary, Dave does Top Ten Words You Won't Find in the New Webster's Dictionary.
In 1998, CBS Mailbag: (1) CBS's misleading way of promoting the Late Show. (2) Dave plays more than one role on the show, and actually so does Alan Kalter-- he plays Anton, Mujibur, Inky, etc. Biff
plays Alan Kalter. (3) Dave drinks some Liquid Plumbr, and we get a song from the Surgeon General about it. (4) "Get Blown Up on the Late Show", sponsored by Mountain Dew and Motorola Pagers.
In 1998, In Joe G's, it's "Stop Calling Me Chief"--no winner.
In 1998, Opening: "...and now, someone who puts the BS in CBS ..." Later, Dave mentions that indigenous, sheltered people like Manhattan.
In 2000, "Biff at the NBA Finals" report (Pacers won game 3 at home).
In 2000, "Survivor": George Clarke is still locked in the boiler room. Later, he writes a letter to his wife, puts it in a bottle, and chucks it at the wall.
In 2000, Alan Kalter's "For the Ladies": tape of him barbecuing in a suggestive way.
In 2000, Campaign 2000, starring Maria Pope, sponsored by God Damn Kitties (about 6 swear words here). Dave talks about not being picked for jury duty; his parting gift was evidence from an old case?
Sponsors: Crystal Clear Party Ice ("Don't Feel Like a Loser").
In 2000, Dave mentions fulfilling his jury duty at 123 Hoyt St., Stamford, CT. He also mentions the 95-degree heat on the weekend, and that there was a rodeo near his house.
In 2000, Top Ten David Letterman Tips for Being a Good Juror: #3. Sit in the second row: no one can tell if you're wearing pants.
In 2001, RIP Sparky.
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Random Generated Jokes, Quotes, and Other Stuff!
Today's 'Confused-Us' Saying...
"old is needing a fire permit for your birthday cake."
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Random Thought...
"I don't lie, cheat or steal unnecessarily"
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Another Random Thought...
"Marxists do it with class"
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And Another Random Thought...
"The time has come to wonder who could be the owner of that cold, clammy
hand that's exploring the end of the bed"
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Still Another Random Thought...
"Civil servants are neither civil nor servile"
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Yet Another Random Thought...
"Practical men...are usually the slaves of some defunct economist. -John
Keynes"
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Murphy's Law of the Day...
"Recoiless weapons aren't. - Murphy's military laws"
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Computer Tagline...
"Windows: While Idle, Needs DX or WorkStation"
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Today's Steven Wright Joke...
"Right now I'm having vu ja de--deja vu and amnesia at the same time."
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Today's 'You Might Be A Redneck If' (tm) Joke...
"You go to the dentist for a "Tooth Cleaning"."
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Today's Sniglet(tm)...
"SALVATION & LOAN (sal va shun and lon) n. A TV evangelist program."
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Today's Book Hype...
"The Monkey Cage: Jim Panzee"
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Today's Actual Headline...
"ARSON SUSPECT IS HELD IN MASSACHUSETTS FIRE"
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Today's Signs You Are a Computer Addict...
"You leave the computer on just to see the pIRCh logo!"
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Today's Computer Glossary...
"BIT - A word used to describe computers, as in "Our daughter's computer
cost quite a bit.""
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Today's Daffynition...
"Deliver: What too much alcohol affects."
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Today's Einstein Quote...
"It stands to the everlasting credit of science that by acting on the human
mind it has overcome man's insecurity before himself and before nature"
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Today's Hannibal Lecter Joke...
"What does Hannibal think when he watches XFL football? That's a trick
question. Nobody watches XFL football!"
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Today's They Do It...
"Software designers do it over and over until they get it right"
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Today's Old Never Die...
"OLD COMPUTER PEOPLE never die, they just lose their memory"
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Today's Mark Twain Quote...
"Modesty antedates clothes and will be resumed when clothes are no more.
Modesty died when clothes were born. Modesty died when false modesty was
born"
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Today's Oxymoron...
"Congressional oversight"
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Today's Confused Us Quote...
"drive carefully, death is so permanent."
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Today's Star Trek(tm) Tag...
"Deanna, I have been having these dreams.... - Data"
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Today's Star Trek (tm) Quote...
No one may kill a man. Not for any purpose. It cannot be condoned.
-- Kirk, "Spock's Brain," stardate 5431.6.
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Today's Star Trek TNG (tm) Quote...
Purpose for exterior drapings, father?
It is an accepted custom that we wear clothing.
-- Star Trek. Lal and Data, "The Offspring"
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