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Today In Dementia History Datebook-January 15th

For The Weekday Of: Thursday in 2009, Friday in 2010
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People on January 15th: birthdates

Captain Beefheart: 1941 (is 68 in 2009, 69 in 2010)
Rock & Roll Singer, Painter, Rock & Roll Musician, RN:Don Van Vilet; of Frank Zappa's MOI band, Capt. Beefheart and his Magic Band lead
Charo: 1941 (is 68 in 2009, 69 in 2010)
Foreign Singer, Actress, Spanish, b. in Murcia; Trademark:Cucci Cucci; Chico & the Man's Aunt Charo, The Love Boat's April Lopez (occ); RN:Maria Rosario Pilar Martinez Melina Baeza; Xavier Cugat's ex-wife; in the 9-17-02 issue of Star, they state that she was born in 1941 and not 1951, but b. 1931 is a possibly if she was an adult when she married Xavier Cugat in the 1960's
Jasmine Page Lawrence: 1996 (is 13 in 2009, 14 in 2010)
Celebrity Daughter, Patricia and Martin's girl
Andrea Martin: 1947 (is 62 in 2009, 63 in 2010)
Comedienne, Comedy Writer, TV/Movie/Stage Actress, Canadian, Second City TV Network's Edith Prickley, reg, Martin Short Show's Alice, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine's Quark's Ferengi mom (occ); Movies: Wag the Dog, My Big Fat Greek Wedding
Mario Van Peebles: 1957 (is 52 in 2009, 53 in 2010)
TV/Movie Actor, Movie Director, Writer, Songwriter, Comedian, Model, Mexican; Cosby Show (occ), Sonny Spoon, L.A. Law's Andrew Taylor, New Jack City, All My Children's Samuel Woods; Melvin's son

People on January 15th: birth anniversaries

Goodman Ace: 1899=d.Mar 25, 1982 (was 83)
Comedian, Comedy Writer, TV/Radio Actor, Columnist, Humorist, Easy Aces; Jane's hubby
Marjorie Bennett: 1896=d.Jun 14, 1982 (was 86)
TV Actress, Many Loves of Dobie Gillis' Mrs. Blossom Kenney
Lloyd Bridges: 1913=d.Mar 10, 1998 (was 85)
TV/Movie Actor, b. in San Leandro, CA.; RN:Lloyd Vernet Bridges II; Sea Hunt's Mike Nelson, Lloyd Bridges show, The Loner, Joe Forrester star, Roots' Evan, East of Eden, The Blue & the Gray, Paper Dolls' Grant, Airplane
Dr. Martin Luther Jr. King: 1929=d.Apr 4, 1968 (was 39)
Educator, Social Reformer, b. in Atlanta; RFN:Michael Jr.; Black freedom movement founder
Jean Baptiste Poquelin Moliere: 1622=d.Feb 17, 1673 (was 51)
Stage Actor, Dramatist/Playwright, Comedian, Comedy Writer, French, Psu:Moliere; RN:Jean Baptiste Poquelin

People on January 15th: death anniversaries

Ray Bolger: 1987 (was 83)/b.Jan 10, 1904
Movie/Stage Actor, Dancer, Singer, b. in Dorchester, MA; The Wizard of Oz Scarecrow; own TV show
Sammy Cahn: 1993 (was 79)/b.Jun 18, 1913
Composer, Lyricist, Songwriter, Singer, Jewish, b. in New York City; RN:Samuel Cohen; received 4 Oscars; won an Emmy for Frank Sinatra's rendition of "Love And Marriage", introduced in the 1955 TV musical "Our Town"; it's also the theme song for the TV series "Married With Children"
Harry Nilsson: 1994 (was 52)/b.Jun 15, 1941
Pop Singer, Composer/Songwriter, Pianist, Guitarist, b. in Brooklyn; Without You; RLN:Edward Nilsson III (not Nelson); You're Breaking My Heart, Midnight Cowboy
Harry Wiere: 1992 (was 85)/b.Jun 23, 1906
Comedian, of The Wiere Bros, a knockabout comedy team

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Entertainment events on January 15th

In 2003, Mickey Mouse and The Walt Disney Company scored a big victory as the Supreme Court upheld longer copyright protections for cartoon characters, songs, books and other creations worth billions of dollars.

Entertainment-TV events on January 15th

In 1936, Entertainer Danny Thomas married Rose Marie Cassanti.
In 1952, on "I Love Lucy," forewoman Elvia Allman is glad to hear that Lucy and Ethel are doing just fine on the candy wrapping assembly line in this "Job Switching" episode. It's such music to her ears that she suggests the person running the conveyor belt can "SPEED IT UP A LITTLE!"
In 1956, "Your Money or Your Life" The star of The Jack Benny Program is given that simple, seemingly obvious option by a holdup man. But Benny, whose comic persona was built around his notorious stinginess, has no response. Catching on to the gag, the audience begins laughing (just as they did when Benny first performed this skit on radio). Finally, the robber prods the comedian with the gun and barks, "I said, 'Your money or your life.'" Whereupon Benny delivers in a piteous wail his most famous punch line: "I'm thinking it over!"
In 1958, The "Disneyland" TV show features "Donald's Weekend".
In 1967, The "Bad Boys of Rock and Roll", the Rolling Stones, honor CBS-TV's censors' requests and perform "Let's Spend Some TIME Together" on the Ed Sullivan Show.
In 1971, in a Brady Bunch episode called "Will the Real Jan Brady Please Stand Up?", Jan buys herself a brunette wig so she'll be noticed; Jan believes that she is lost in the middle as the second of three blonde daughters. The first time she wears the wig, her brothers laugh at her.
In 1974, This day began a new era on ABC-TV as the show that would really help reshape the network in the next five years debut. "Happy Days", the TV Comedy inspired by the movie "American Graffitti" and about life in the 1950s and introduced us to The Fonz, began an 11 year run on ABC-TV. You can find Fonzie's leather jacket from that first show in the Smithsonian Institution. The theme song for the show's first two seasons was the first #1 rock'n roll hit, "Rock Around The Clock". Soon after, more "American Graffitti" actors found TV series within the next seven years. Can you name them all? See The August 1 Datebook for the answer.
In 1977, in his fourth appearance on "Saturday Night Live," Andy Kaufman (as Elvis) performs "Treat Me Nice" and "Blue Suede Shoes."
In 1977, The Coneheads debut on "Satruday Night Live". DAN AYKROYD and JANE CURTIN portray coneheaded aliens for the first time on "SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE", on a night when Consumer Activist RALPH NADER is hosting. Sixteen years later, the oddball characters will jump to the big screen, for a "CONEHEADS" movie (The night's musical guest was GEORGE BENSON singing "THIS MASQUERADE")
In 1992, "Seinfeld". It looks harmless enough: an innocuous Tweety Bird Pez dispenser, just a simple gift from Kramer to Jerry. During George's girlfriend's piano recital, Jerry takes the dispenser out of his pocket and not so innocently places it in Elaine's lap. This gesture may have elicited a polite smile or a quiet grin from someone else, someone with more self-control. That someone isn't Elaine. She dissolves into a Wagnerian opus of laughter. Her giggles become chortles, which become Klaxon-like guffaws. As Jerry looks on with stern disapproval, she exits the somber concert hall, still roaring. Noel, the humiliated pianist, declares that she will never forget that laugh. True to her word, at Jerry's apartment a few days later, Noel recognizes Elaine's distinctive laugh - and promptly dumps George.
In 1994, "Comic Strip Live" TV Stand-Up comedy last aired on Fox.
In 1994, on the cover of TV Guide: "Avery Brooks of Deep Space Nine". Other Articles: Special Sci-Fi Issue, Phenom

Entertainment-Movies events on January 15th

In 1954, The Donald Duck film, "Spare the Rod" is released. Huey, Dewey, and Louie also appear.
In 1987, Actor Ray Bolger, best known for his role as the Scarecrow in the 1939 screen classic "The Wizard of Oz," died at age 83.
In 1988, The live-action feature film, "Good Morning, Vietnam" is generally released in theaters. It becomes Disney's second blockbuster.

Music events on January 15th

In 1972, R.C., "Once You Understand" by Think peaked at #23 on the pop singles chart.
In 1996, "Weird Al" Yankovic recorded "Syndicated Inc." and "Amish Paradise" for his "Bad Hair Day" CD.

Music-Easy events on January 15th

In 1994, Singer Harry Nilsson dies of heart disease. Nilsson was known for songs like "Everybody's Talkin'," "Without You" and "Coconut". He was 53.

Music-Rock events on January 15th

In 1966, R.C., "Five O'Clock World" by The Vogues peaked at #4 on the pop singles chart.
In 1974, Brownsville Station, described by leader Cub Koda as "Chuck Berry 1973 filtered through three madmen," earned a gold record certified by the RIAA for their only hit "Smokin' in the Boys' Room."
In 1983, R.C., "Down Under" by Men At Work peaked at #1 on the pop singles chart.

Sports-College events on January 15th

In 2001, Peace College beats Bennett College 98-3 in women's college basketball. Bennett sets an NCAA Division III women's record for fewest points scored.

Sports-Basketball events on January 15th

In 1997, Dennis Rodman (Chicago Bulls) kicked cameraman Eugene Amosin in the groin.
In 1997, The Seattle Supersonics set an NBA record with 27 steals against the Toronto Raptors. 27? What a funny number.

Weird and Other events on January 15th

In 1983, Thom Syles of Van Nuys, CA, set a world record by keeping a single Life Saver candy intact in his mouth for seven hours and ten minutes.

Dr. Demento Show Song Almanac

First Time Dr. Demento Played a Song

In 1984 - ** Dangerous Occupations - Allen Gould & Danny Siegel (last played on 1984-01-15)

In 1984 - ** Go To Rhino Records - Wildman Fischer http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/fischer-wildman.htm

(released 1975, last played on 2005-07-10)

Albums: Tales from the Rhino

/ The Fischer King / Wildmania

In 1984 - ** Nose Job - Mogan David & His Winos (last played on 1984-01-15)

Albums: Tales from the Rhino

In 1984 - ** The War In Snider's Grocery Store - Ian Whitcomb (last played on 1984-01-15)

In 1989 - ** excerpt from "Strange Bedfellows" LP - Barry Crimmons (released 1988, last played on 1989-01-15)

Albums: Strange Bedfellows

In 1989 - ** Have You Got Any Pot Nancy Reagan? - Bobby Craig (released 1986, last played on 1989-01-15)

In 1989 - ** Mr. Reagan's Neighborhood - National Lampoon http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/nationallampoon.htm

(released 1982, last played on 2004-07-04)

Albums: The Classic National Lampoon Box Set

In 1989 - ** Rappin' with Ronnie - American Comedy Network (released 1983, last played on 1989-01-15)

In 1989 - ** Ronald Reagan Speaks For Himself - edited by Doug Kahn (last played on 2004-07-04)

In 1989 - ** Ronnie's Joke from August 11, 1984 (Outlawing Russia) - Ronald Reagan (released 1984, last played on 2004-07-04)

In 1989 - ** Them Tummy Gummers - Mason Williams (released 1964, last played on 1989-01-15)

Albums: Them Poems

In 1989 - ** The Shaft Theatre:"The Flackman and Reagan" - Stan Freberg http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/freberg-stan.htm

(released 1966, last played on 1989-01-15)

Albums: Freberg Underground

In 1995 - ** Bugs - Pearl Jam http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/pearljam.htm

(last played on 2005-02-05)

Albums: Vitalogy

In 1995 - ** Let's Go/Fliver Flops/Cops/Good Old Days (themes from "The Little Rascals") - The Beau Hunks (last played on 1995-01-15)

In 2006 - ** Fudge - Wayne Faust (last played on 2006-01-15)

Albums: Songs From The Road

In 2006 - ** Overweight People - Allan Sherman http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/sherman-allan.htm

(last played on 2006-01-15)

Albums: My Son, The Box

In 2006 - ** Rat Fink - Allan Sherman http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/sherman-allan.htm

(released 1963, last played on 2006-01-15)

Albums: My Son, The Box

In 2006 - ** Smart Ass - Allan Sherman http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/sherman-allan.htm

(last played on 2007-03-04)

Albums: My Son, The Box

In 2006 - ** Way Past My Bedtime - Howie Newman (last played on 2006-01-15)

In 2006 - ** With A Little Bit Of Lox - Allan Sherman http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/sherman-allan.htm

(last played on 2006-01-15)

Albums: My Son, The Box

In 2006 - ** The MP3 Waltz - Pirates R Us (last played on 2006-01-22)

Albums: Songs of Modern Piracy

In 2006 - ** The Ultimate Showdown Of Ultimate Destiny - Lemon Demon http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/lemondemon.htm

(last played on 2008-01-27)

Albums: Dinosaurchestra

First Time a Funny Five Song Was Played

In 1995 - ** Bugs - Pearl Jam http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/pearljam.htm

(first hit the Funny Five on 1995-01-22)

Albums: Vitalogy

In 2006 - ** The Ultimate Showdown Of Ultimate Destiny - Lemon Demon http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/lemondemon.htm

(first hit the Funny Five on 2006-01-29)

Albums: Dinosaurchestra

First Time a Song Reached the Funny Five

In 1989 - ** Pos.5. I Got A Code In My Dose - Rosetta Duncan (w/ Vivian Duncan on piano) (released 1929, first played 1974-11-17)

In 2006 - ** Pos.4. King Kong - Robert Lund (first played 2006-01-08)

First Time a #1 Funny Five Song Was Played

In 2006 - ** The Ultimate Showdown Of Ultimate Destiny - Lemon Demon http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/lemondemon.htm

(first hit #1 on 2006-02-05)

Albums: Dinosaurchestra

First Time a Song Reached #1 on the Funny Five

In 1989 - ** Pos.1. The Second Week of Deer Camp - Da Yoopers http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/dayoopers.htm

(first played 1988-02-21)

Albums: Dr. Demento 25th Anniversary Collection

/ For Diehards Only Greatest Hits

/ Last Frontier

All The Times a Song Reached #1

In 1984 - ** Pos.1. The Curly Shuffle - Jump 'N The Saddle (appearance #2)

Albums: Jump 'n the Saddle Band

/ Dr. Demento 25th Anniversary Collection

In 1989 - ** Pos.1. The Second Week of Deer Camp - Da Yoopers http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/dayoopers.htm

(appearance #1)

Albums: Dr. Demento 25th Anniversary Collection

/ For Diehards Only Greatest Hits

/ Last Frontier

In 1995 - ** Pos.1. Wet Dream - Kip Addotta (appearance #23)

Albums: Dr. Demento 20th Anniversary Collection

/ Comedian of the United States

In 2006 - ** Pos.1. My Cat Is Afraid Of The Vacuum Cleaner - Power Salad http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/powersalad.htm

(appearance #4)

Albums: Laughter is a Powerful Weapon Volume 2 / Power Salad 3: Sweat Equity

This Dave in History (David Letterman)

In 1982, Dave guests on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson to promote his upcoming Late Night with David Letterman.
In 1986, Drummer Steve Jordan walks off the set after Dave says, "How would like to stand on my lawn?" (He returns within a minute.)
In 1987, Dave contributes a taped comment to a video tribute for Marv Albert's last night as WNBC-TV's sports anchor.
In 1991, Hal Gurnee's Network Time Killer: Hula hoop artist Dania Kasseva from the Moscow Circus.
In 1991, Top Ten Real Reasons We're Being Delayed Tonight - 6. John Chancellor concluded his news commentary by singing long version of "American Pie."
In 1993, Top Ten Good Things About Being a Lame Duck President - 6. Shows don't have to be very good until we get to CBS. (Oh wait, that's a good thing about being a lame duck talk-show host.) 4. Hardly any press coverage when you throw up in a world leader's lap.
In 1997, "The Boat Show Quiz." Also, a Presidential Inauguration Souvenir: "Cabbage Patch Clinton" eats fries. Later, guest Chris O'Donnell does a Stupid Human Trick: drinks beer without touching it with his hands. Also, Calhoun High School (New York) Drama Club re-enacts part of the Late Show.
In 1997, Calhoun High School (New York) Drama Club re-enacts part of the Late Show.
In 1997, Guest Chris O'Donnell does a Stupid Human Trick: he drinks beer without touching it with his hands.
In 1997, Interesting music act: Yo-Yo Ma, Edgar Meyer, and Mark O'Connor.
In 1997, Top Ten Surprising Things O.J. Said on the Witness Stand - 3. Who do I have to kill to get a glass of water around here?
In 1998, Guests Kenneth Branagh, Spice Girls, and Jim Nantz, for whom "Hey Bungalow Bill" is the play-out music.
In 1998, Know Your Current Events contestants: a DC-9 pilot and a singer.
In 1998, Top Ten Other Things That Will Get You Kicked Out of the White House - 1. Change the channel during "Hee-Haw."
In 1999, CBS Mailbag: (1) "People Who Should've Retired But Haven't" (Dave rants about Jordan and Oprah not appearing on the show); (2) Biff reports from "Denver"; (3) Dave sends flowers to Saddam Hussein; (4) Inky in the movies.
In 1999, Guests Jack Hanna, Patricia Arquette, and also David Stern, who presents the Top Ten New Slogans for the NBA.
In 2001, "NFC Championship Quiz" bit is cut short. Also, Top Ten Bill Clinton Future Plans - 2. Call Al Gore, ask for "Lou Zer", hang up.
In 2001, Clinton Classic Joke involves Clinton's getting a glass-top desk for Father's Day gift. Right after the joke, some other non-Calvert wanders out.
In 2001, Clips, real and fake: Jason Sehorn on the show last week winking (at Dave?); Dave's family is in the theater (or is it Joe Lieberman's?); the annoying Mazda "zoom" kid commercial; GWB pretending to help the movers; highlights from Giants game (did they have a ticker tape parade?).
In 2001, Coming out of commercial break, Paul and the band are playing a Happy Birthday song Stevie Wonder wrote in honor of Martin Luther King Jr.
In 2001, Dave calls Art upstairs, who attempted to go out on a date, but the phone number was outdated. Steph talks to Dave; she and Mary and Joanna and Brenda made the cake for him. Dave wants a bunch of Miller Lite beer inflatable chairs for his Super Bowl party.
In 2001, Dave rants about a stupid promo for Temptation Island in which a guy says, "I just wasn't prepared for this level of temptation."
In 2001, One year ago yesterday, Dave had bypass surgery. His mom called him over this past weekend and said congrats; she asked him if he was sure of the date. Also, the women in Dave's office baked him a heart cake.
In 2001, Production Coordinator Nancy Agostini is on the phone. Before working on the show, she worked in a lumber yard? She has 3 highlights of yesterday's Giants game--she just reads them. The bit includes her saying, "Hey Vikings, who's your daddy?" The plan was to have Barry White read this, but it fell through. Later, Dave does an impression of Nancy at the lumber yard.

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