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Today In Dementia History Datebook-January 2nd

For The Weekday Of: Friday in 2009, Saturday in 2010
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People on January 2nd: birthdates

Julius LaRosa: 1930 (is 79 in 2009, 80 in 2010)
Crooner, Actor, Radio Disc Jock, Soap Actor, b. in Brooklyn; Fired live on the air during Arthur Godfrey's Talent Scouts, Another World, Julius LaRosa Show
Christine Lavin: 1952 (is 57 in 2009, 58 in 2010)
Folk Singer, Sensitive New Age Guys
Jen "Loopy" Smith: yr unknown
Radio Disc Jock

People on January 2nd: birth anniversaries

Howard Caine: 1928=d.Dec 28, 1993 (was 65)
TV/Movie/Stage Actor, of The Californians; some say b. 1926 or b. Feb 2 1928; Hogan's Heroes' Major Hochstedder
Roger Miller: 1936=d.Oct 25, 1992 (was 56)
HALL OF FAMER, Country Singer, Songwriter, Country Guitarist, Humorist, Composer, b. in Ft. Worth, TX; Bway composer; Korean War vet, Dang Me, King of the Road
Frederick Burr Opper: 1857=d.1937
ComicStrip Cartoonist, Happy Hooligan

People on January 2nd: death anniversaries

Dick Emery: 1983 (was 65)/b.Feb 7, 1917
Actor, Comedian, English
Alan Jr. Hale: 1990 (was 71)/b.Mar 8, 1918
TV/Movie Actor, b. in Los Angeles; RN:Rufus Alan McKahan; Alan's son; Biff Baker USA & Casey Jones star, Gilligan's Island's Jonas Grunby (The Skipper), some say 1921
Nancy Kelly: 1995 (was 73)/b.Mar 25, 1921
Movie/Stage/Radio Actress, b. in Lowell, Mass.; a radio "screamer"; Jack's sis; d. disclosed Jan 13
Frank Muir: 1998 (was 77)/b.Feb 5, 1920
Comedian, Comedy Writer, English
Arthur Gould Porter: 1987 (was 81)/b.Jan 4, 1905
Actor, The Beverly Hillbillies' Ravenswood the butler
Bill Veeck: 1986 (was 71)/b.Feb 9, 1914
MLB Player, Sports Executive, LN Rhymes With Wreck; Baseball club owner remembered for his well-publicized stunts and promotional gimmicks, including an exploding scoreboard and a midget pinch hitter

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Government and Politics on January 2nd

In 1967, Ronald Reagan was sworn in as California's 33rd governor.

Entertainment events on January 2nd

In 1961, HOT SELLING ALBUMS "THE BUTTON DOWN MIND STRIKES BACK" (Bob Newhart); "THIS IS BRENDA" (Brenda Lee)

Entertainment-TV events on January 2nd

In 1954, NBC adds some bells and whistles to its schedule with the offbeat sounds of "The Spike Jones Show." The show will run until May on the peacock network, then return to CBS in 1957.
In 1961, the townsfolk on "The Andy Griffith Show" overact more than normal when "Mayberry Goes Hollywood." Thirteen shows into the series run, it's the first episode to feature Howard McNear as "Floyd, the Barber."
In 1965, Gilligan's Island episode #14. "Water, Water Everywhere". guest: Mel Blanc as the voice of Ribbit the Frog. Talk about a painful irony: though surrounded by water, the Castaways suddenly discover that their supply of fresh drinking water is running out. When they pool all available drinking water together and decide to ration it, they discover that they will each receive only a few drops per day. Of course, most of the castaways sneak water from the community supply when Gilligan is standing watch, but return it when the Skipper catches them. Just when all seems lost, Gilligan saves the day!
In 1965, on the cover of TV Guide: "cast of The Munsters: Fred Gwynne, Yvonne DeCarlo, Al Lewis". Other Articles: Mickey Mouse Club, Rawhide
In 1967, Gilligan's Island episode #84. "Take a Dare". George Barkley (Strother Martin) enters the "Take a Dare Contest". He will receive $10,000 if he can spend a week alone on an island, fending for himself. However, he is not alone on the island on which they drop him. Once again, however, rescue eludes the castaways as Mr. Barkley deduces that he can not tell anyone about the castaways without having to forfeit the $10,000 for not spending the week alone.
In 1970, in a Brady Bunch episode called "Father of the Year", Marcia's attempt to keep secret the fact that she's entering her stepfather in a "Father of the Year" contest causes her discipline problems at home; after Mike shows her how important she is to him, Marcia enters him in a newspaper contest. But as she tries to hide what she's doing, she gets herself grounded for a week.
In 1990, "Ben Stiller Show" TV Comedy Variety debut on MTV briefly.
In 1993, "Fishin' With Orlando Wilson" TV Sports debut on TNN. "Fishin' With Roland Martin" TV Sports debut on TNN. "Fishin' With David Tanny" TV Sports did NOT debut at all!
In 1998, Autopsy of Chris Farley shows he overdosed of opiates & cocaine.

Entertainment-Movies events on January 2nd

In 1931, The Mickey Mouse film, "The Birthday Party" is completed. Minnie Mouse, Horace Horsecollar, and Clarabelle Cow also appear.
In 1937, The Mickey Mouse film, "The Worm Turns" is released.

Arts and Prose events on January 2nd

In 1983, Gary Trudeau took a 20-month break from writing his comic strip, "Doonesbury".

Music events on January 2nd

In 1900, a company set up by Emile Verlinger, the inventor of the Gramophone, began manufacturing seven-inch, single-sided records in Montreal.
In 1941, the Andrews Sisters recorded "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy" in Los Angeles for Decca Records; the song was featured in the movie "Buck Privates," starring Bud Abbott and Lou Costello. The song later became a hit for Bette Midler as well.
In 1954, "Dear John & Marsha Letter" Makes The Pop Chart by Stan Freberg; will peak at #23.
In 1954, "What It Was, Was Football" by Andy Griffith entered the Top 40 chart.
In 1978, Rhino Records releases its first album, Wild Man Fischer's "Wildmania."
In 1985, "Weird Al" Yankovic recorded the first songs for his "Dare To Be Stupid" LP "Cable TV", "Slime Creatures From Outer Space", and "One More Minute".
In 1994, Rhino celebrates its Sweet 16.

Dr. Demento Show Song Almanac

First Time Dr. Demento Played a Song

In 1977 - ** Bad John - Jimmy Dean (last played on 1977-01-02)

Albums: Spy Magazine Presents, Volume 2: White Men Can't Wrap

In 1977 - ** Came A Long Way (From St. Louis) - Ray McKinley & His Orchestra (last played on 1977-01-02)

In 1977 - ** e Of The Hours - Spike Jones http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/jones-spike.htm & His City Slickers (f/ Doodles Weaver) (last played on 1977-01-02)

Albums: Musical Depreciation Revue: The Spike Jones Anthology  / Dr. Demento 25th Anniversary Collection  / Spike Jones' Greatest Hits!  / Wacky World of Spike Jones and His City Slickers  / Best Of Spike Jones and His City Slickers  / Spike Jones Is Murdering the Classics  / The Jones Laughing Record  / Very Worst of Spike Jones 

In 1994 - ** excerpt from a jam with a bar band in the early 60's - Frank Zappa http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/zappa-frank.htm (released 1962, last played on 2003-11-17)

In 1994 - ** Happy Birthday - orchestra conducted by Igor Stravinsky (last played on 2003-11-30)

In 1994 - ** Lumpy Gravy - The Abnuceals Emuukha Electric Symphony Orchestra & Chorus (released 1968, last played on 2003-11-17)

In 1994 - ** Montana - Frank Zappa http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/zappa-frank.htm (last played on 2003-11-17)

Albums: Over-Nite Sensation  / Strictly Commercial: The Best Of Frank Zappa 

In 1994 - ** Peaches en Regalia - Frank Zappa http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/zappa-frank.htm (released 1969, last played on 2004-11-27)

Albums: Hot Rats  / Strictly Commercial: The Best Of Frank Zappa  / Fillmore East, June 1971 

In 1994 - ** "Run Home Slow" soundtrack - ? (two excerpts) (last played on 2003-11-17)

In 2000 - ** Ally McBeal - Da Vinci's Notebook http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/davincisnotebook.htm (last played on 2003-07-21)

Albums: The Life and Times of Mike Fanning 

In 2000 - ** La La Palizer - Press Eldridge (released 1900, last played on 2000-01-02)

In 2000 - ** Ode To Ally McBeal - O. (last played on 2000-01-02)

Albums: Beating Around the Bush

In 2000 - ** When She Snores - Todd Yohn (last played on 2000-01-02)

Albums: Orange Barrels

In 2000 - ** The Gardener's Coming Today - Schwump (last played on 2002-08-18)

In 2005 - ** Bucket of Blood - Consortium of Genius http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/consortium.htm (last played on 2005-01-22)

Albums: In C.O.G. We Trust

In 2005 - ** Demented News January 2, 2005 - Whimsical Will http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/whimsicalwill.htm (last played on 2005-01-22)

In 2005 - ** Duluth - Vinnie & The Stardusters (ep) (released 2004, last played on 2005-01-22)

Albums: Duluth

In 2005 - ** Epithets - Paul & Storm http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/paulandstorm.htm (last played on 2007-06-17)

Albums: Opening Band 

In 2005 - ** Insulin - Mike O'Connell (last played on 2005-01-22)

First Time a Funny Five Song Was Played

In 2000 - ** Ally McBeal - Da Vinci's Notebook http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/davincisnotebook.htm (first hit the Funny Five on 2000-01-16)

Albums: The Life and Times of Mike Fanning 

In 2005 - ** Epithets - Paul & Storm http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/paulandstorm.htm (first hit the Funny Five on 2005-01-16)

Albums: Opening Band 

First Time a Song Reached the Funny Five

In 2005 - ** Pos.2. Girlfriend - Henry Phillips http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/phillips-henry.htm (first played 2004-11-28)

Albums: Why Haven't I Heard From You?

In 2005 - ** Pos.4. Swift Kick In The Rear - Dan Hart http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/hart-dan.htm (first played 2004-11-28)

First Time a #1 Funny Five Song Was Played

In 2005 - ** Epithets - Paul & Storm http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/paulandstorm.htm (first hit #1 on 2005-01-30)

Albums: Opening Band 

First Time a Song Reached #1 on the Funny Five

All The Times a Song Reached #1

In 2000 - ** Pos.1. Viagra In The Waters - Camille West http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/west-camille.htm (appearance #3)

Albums: Diva's Day Off 

In 2005 - ** Pos.1. Army Careers - The Frantics http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/frantics.htm (appearance #3)

Albums: Official Bootleg CD

This Dave in History (David Letterman)

In 1981, Dave appears on an NBC Special called "Run, America."
In 1985, "Brush with the Law" includes audience participants Geri De Esposito, who broke into the house next door; Scott Kreiger, who went to an X-rated Drive-In; and Suzanne Brausen, who stole a banana.
In 1995, Dave invites three guys from the Standby Audience to remove the show's Christmas tree. They take it outside, hail a cab, and are last seen dumping it in New Jersey.
In 1995, Top Ten Things Overheard in Times Square on New Year's Eve - 2. You know, Dr. Elders, 'Stroke of Midnight' is just an expression.
In 1996, At the show start, Dave enters preceded by cheerleaders.
In 1996, Dave displays the new Westinghouse camera: in black and white only and out of focus.
In 1996, Dave recalls spending New Year's with his kitty (taped bit).
In 1996, John Popper sits in with the band.
In 1996, Times Square New Year's Eve Quiz.
In 1996, Tony Randall finds "the real killers." [Mujibur and Sirajul]
In 1996, Top Ten Dave Letterman's New Year's Resolutions - 2. Find perfect joke to open with at Academy Awards (sorry, that was a resolution for 1995).
In 1997, "Dave's Diary" bit.
In 1997, Dave gives away wrapped "gifts". Also, Paul apparently missed the New Year's countdown by one minute.
In 1997, Guest Craig Kilborn (of Comedy Central) is bumped.
In 1997, Know Your Current Events features a good contestant ("Amy") and an odd prize (a 1996 calendar).
In 1997, Top Ten President Clinton's New Year's Resolutions - 9. Make history as first President to veto a bill while up to his chin in gravy. (closing music: "Revolution").
In 1998, All night long, it's "Comedy from Around the World" with Lehai Fan-Bula (sp?) from Monrovia, Liberia, telling jokes in his native tongue. Later, Dave exhibits "Snacks from Around the World" to go with the jokes.
In 1998, CBS Mailbag: (1) Confetti from shredded Whitewater documents; (2) fake clip has Clinton saying nice stuff about the Late Show; (3) Pat Farmer models "Dave's One-Piece (Jump)Suit"; (4) Dave calls the movie phone guy.
In 1998, Guests Kevin Kline, Kevin Sorbo, and Kevin Brennan. There's a special graphic for the "All Kevin Spectacular" show. Kevin Spacey is the backup guest in the green room. Top Ten Ways the World Would Be Different If Everyone Were Named Kevin.
In 1998, Inky takes a picture of an audience woman with Dave and Paul.
In 2002, I'd like to be the last to wish you a Happy New Year. Not really, but I'm wondering how long Dave will use this expression this year. Anyone interested in a contest to guess when he last says "Happy New Year", or something like it, on the show?

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