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Today In Dementia History Datebook-February 4th

For The Weekday Of: Wednesday in 2009, Thursday in 2010
Today in Dementia History!
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People on February 4th: birthdates

David Brenner: 1945 (is 64 in 2009, 65 in 2010)
Comedian, TV Talk Show Host, b. in Philadelphia; Star Magazine says he was born in 1936 and not 1945, but does any source have proof?
Alice Cooper: 1948 (is 61 in 2009, 62 in 2010)
Heavy Metal Singer, Songwriter, Bandleader, b. in Detroit; RN:Vincent Damon Furnier; Alice Cooper lead; hit: School's Out
Rob Corddry: 1971 (is 38 in 2009, 39 in 2010)
Comedian
Dan Quayle: 1947 (is 62 in 2009, 63 in 2010)
Congressperson, Senator, Vice President, b. in Indianapolis, IN; RFN:James Danforth; 44th U.S. Vice President 1989-93
John Schuck: 1940 (is 69 in 2009, 70 in 2010)
Actor, Comedian, McMillan and Wife's Lt. Sgt. Charles Enright, Holmes and Yoyo's Gregory 'Yoyo' Yoyonovich, Roots, Turnabout, New Odd Couple; MASH's Painless (movie), Munsters Today's Herman Munster
Janet Waldo: 1918 (is 91 in 2009, 92 in 2010)
TV/Radio Actress, Cartoon Voicist, Corliss Archer, voice of Judy Jetson, Penelope Pitstop, Josie of the Pussycats, Addams Family's Morticia, Cattanooga Cats, & other Hanna-Barbera cartoons

People on February 4th: birth anniversaries

Byron Nelson: 1912=d.Sep 26, 2006 (was 94)
HALL OF FAMER, Golfer, RFN: John; learning golf as a caddy, Nelson become one of the greatest golfers ever, once winning eleven tournaments in a row in 1945. He won the Masters twice and the PGA twice.

People on February 4th: death anniversaries

Kenneth C. "Jethro" Burns: 1989 (was 69)/b.Mar 10, 1923?
Comedian, Country Singer, Novelty Singer, Mandolin, Banjoist, of Homer & Jethro; d. Apr 2?; some say b. 1920; some say b. Mar 10, 1919
Augusta Dabney: 2008 (was 89)/b.Oct 23, 1918
TV/Stage/Soap Actress, Loving's Isabelle Alden, Various Soap Operas; William Prince's wife
Joseph Hardaway: 1957 (was 66)/b.yr unknown
Cartoonist, creator of Bugs Bunny
Liberace: 1987 (was 67)/b.May 16, 1919
Pianist, Variety Show Host, TV/Movie Actor, Gay, Roman Catholic, b. in West Allis, WI; a twin; RN:Wladziu Valentino Liberace; The Liberace Show, Batman's Evil Chandell 'The Devil's Fingers' & evil twin Harry' d. in Palm Springs

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General events on February 4th

In 1998, BILL GATES CREAMED -- Bill Gates got a faceful of cream pie in Brussels as he arrived for a meeting with business and government leaders. Three pranksters lobbed pies at the Microsoft chairman, but only one made a direct hit. With cream dripping onto the shoulders of his dark business suit and covering the lenses of his glasses, Gates was led into a side room to clean up. He emerged looking somewhat embarrassed. Noel Godin, a Belgian prankster who has targeted celebrities in the past, later took responsibility on Belgian TV. "This was a victory for us. We will continue to send our burlesque statements," he said.

Government and Politics on February 4th

In 1789, electors unanimously chose George Washington as the first president of the United States; however, the results of the election were not tabulated until April 6.

Entertainment-TV events on February 4th

In 1972, in a Brady Bunch episode called "The Power of the Press", Peter finds the column he is writing for the school newspaper a profitable venture, Peter is popular with his classmates when they find their names in his column. With a "D" in science, he decides to improve his grade by flattering his rather dull teacher.
In 1987, the night of Liberace's death, when "Nightline" host Ted Koppel wishes to have comments from another guest, Milton Berle suggests to Koppel, "Oh shut up."
In 1995, on the cover of TV Guide: "Jerry Seinfeld, Roseanne". Other Articles: Glenn Close, Febuary Sweeps

Entertainment-Movies events on February 4th

In 1938, Walt Disney's animated movie "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" was released in movie theaters.

Music events on February 4th

In 1956, R.C., "The Trouble With Harry" by Alfi & Harry peaked at #44 on the pop singles chart.
In 1999, In a daring move, Rykodisc becomes the first music label to give its stamp of approval to MP3, the controversial Internet-based music distribution format that struck fear into the hearts of many music industry executives.

Music-Rock events on February 4th

In 1967, R.C., "Wild Thing" by Senator Bobby peaked at #20 on the pop singles chart; it was a cover parody of the Troggs' 1966 hit.
In 1998, The Presidents of the United States of America play their final show at Seattle's Paramount Theatre. The show benefits the Chicken Soup Brigade, which provides food and services to Seattle residents with HIV/AIDS.

Sports-Baseball events on February 4th

In 1861, Wearing ice skates, the champion Atlantics defeat the Charter Oak Club, 36-27 on a game played on frozen Litchfield Pond in South Brooklyn.
In 1893, The first recorded version of Casey at the Bat hit the charts. It was performed by Russell Hunting. It never became as famous as the version by William DeWolf Hopper who, although he recorded it in 1906, brought it to the stage in May 1888.

Weird and Other events on February 4th

In 1908, 02 x 04 = 08
In 1916, 02 ^ 04 = 16
In 1926, John Gila of New York City danced the Charleston for 22 1/2 hours; at that time, it was the favorite dance craze of "flappers" everywhere. Hope nobody does the same thing for the Macarena.
In 2008, 02 x 04 = 08
In 2016, 02 ^ 04 = 16

Dr. Demento Show Song Almanac

First Time Dr. Demento Played a Song

In 1979 - ** Boppin' In A Sack - The Lane Brothers (last played on 1984-05-27)

In 1979 - ** Buzz the Fuzz - Biff Rose (released 1968, last played on 2006-10-08)

Albums: The Thorn in Mrs. Rose's Side

In 1979 - ** Garbage Can Ballet - Nilsson (last played on 1979-02-04)

In 1979 - ** I've Got The Yes, We Have No Bananas Blues - Belle Baker (last played on 1979-02-04)

In 1979 - ** Money - Mel Blanc (last played on 2002-09-08)

Albums: Best of Mel Blanc, Man of 1000 Voices 

In 1979 - ** My Daddy Rocks Me With One Steady Roll - Trixie Smith (last played on 1979-02-04)

In 1979 - ** No Chemise, Please - Gerry Granahan (released 1958, last played on 1984-05-27)

In 1979 - ** Rock & Roll - The Boswell Sisters (released 1934, last played on 2006-09-17)

In 1979 - ** Rock & Roll Must Go - Johnny Standley (released 1959, last played on 2004-10-02)

In 1979 - ** Strange Things Are Happening (Ho Ho Hee, Hee, Ha Ha) - Red Buttons w/ Elliot Lawrence & His Orchestra (released 1953, last played on 2006-08-06)

In 1979 - ** Walking In My Winter Underwear (Winter Wonderland) - Stan Boreson & Doug Setterberg (last played on 2006-11-26)

In 1979 - ** Wrap Your Troubles In Dreams - Bing Crosby (last played on 1987-10-11)

In 1979 - ** Yes, We Have No Bananas - Furman & Nash (last played on 1979-02-04)

In 1979 - ** You Must Be Born Again - Rev. Benny Campbell (last played on 1979-02-04)

In 1979 - ** The Streak - Ray Stevens http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/stevens-ray.htm (released 1974, last played on 2007-04-15)

Albums: The Ray Stevens Box Set  / Wild & Crazy Tunes  / Country Funnies  / World's Greatest Country Novelty Records  / Ray Stevens: All-Time Greatest Hits  / Misty: The Very Best of Ray Stevens by Empire / The Best Of Ray Stevens by Rhino / Dr. Demento's Country Corn  / Gitarzan  / Last Laugh  / Ray Stevens' Greatest Hits by MCA / Ray Stevens: 20 Comedy Hits Special Collection  / Ray Stevens: All Time Greatest Comic Hits / Ray Stevens: Collection  / Ray Stevens: His All-Time Greatest Comic Hits  / Ray Stevens: Live! 

In 1990 - ** Born To Be Bald - Loose Bruce Kerr (last played on 1990-03-18)

In 1990 - ** Cornflakes on the Rocks - Phyllis Diller (last played on 1990-02-04)

In 1990 - ** Guess Who I Saw Today - Phyllis Diller (last played on 1990-02-04)

In 1990 - ** I Ain't Good Looking (But I'm Mighty Sweet) - George Lindsley (last played on 1990-02-04)

In 1990 - ** Jack Benny's Car SFX - Mel Blanc (last played on 1990-02-04)

In 1990 - ** We Love Barney Fife - Guns 'n Moses (last played on 2008-02-17)

In 1990 - ** Where's the Service? - The Pheromones (last played on 2006-04-10)

Albums: So Far So What?

In 1990 - ** (I Can't Get No) Satisfaction - Phyllis Diller (last played on 2008-03-09)

Albums: Golden Throats 2: More Celebrity Rock Oddities 

In 1990 - ** The Man I Love - Phyllis Diller (last played on 1990-02-04)

In 1990 - ** The Monkey - Dave Bartholomew (released 1957, last played on 2003-09-08)

In 1996 - ** Chopsticks - The LaSalles (last played on 1996-02-04)

Albums: Chop Suey Rock

In 1996 - ** Dunderbeck - Tom Glazer & The Do-Re-Mi Chorus (last played on 1996-02-04)

In 1996 - ** Free as a Bird - The Beatles http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/beatles.htm (released 1995, last played on 1996-02-04)

Albums: Anthology 1 

In 1996 - ** Internet Romance - Bill Bradshaw (last played on 1996-02-04)

Albums: Book to Basics

In 1996 - ** Is It Peace Or Is It Prozac? - Cheryl Wheeler (last played on 1996-03-03)

Albums: Mrs. Pinnochio's Guitar

In 1996 - ** Kill The Dog Next Door - The Arrogant Worms http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/arrogantworms.htm (last played on 2008-04-27)

Albums: C'est Cheese

In 1996 - ** Little Rickshaw Boy - The Upper Crust (last played on 1996-02-04)

Albums: Let Them Eat Rock

In 1996 - ** Rocket Bra Revenge - Dutch Falconi & His Twisted Orchestra (last played on 1996-02-04)

In 1996 - ** The Amish Country Blues - The Electric Amish http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/electricamish.htm (last played on 1996-02-04)

Albums: Barn to Be Wild 

In 2001 - ** 1812 Overture - Mr. Methane (last played on 2001-02-04)

In 2001 - ** Blue Danube Waltz - Mr. Methane (last played on 2004-01-18)

In 2001 - ** Demented News Feb 4, 2001 - Whimsical Will http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/whimsicalwill.htm (last played on 2001-02-04)

Albums: Demented News 2001 Volume

In 2001 - ** ebay-o - Hot Soup (last played on 2001-02-04)

In 2001 - ** Ku-Ku (Laurel & Hardy Theme) - Beau Hunks (last played on 2001-02-04)

In 2001 - ** Marijuana Never Did Anything To Me - Bill Cosby http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/cosby-bill.htm (last played on 2007-05-06)

Albums: Bill Cosby Talks To Kids About Drugs

In 2007 - ** Demented News Feb 4, 2007 - Whimsical Will http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/whimsicalwill.htm (last played on 2007-02-04)

First Time a Funny Five Song Was Played

In 1979 - ** The Streak - Ray Stevens http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/stevens-ray.htm (released 1974, first hit the Funny Five on 1981-01-18)

Albums: The Ray Stevens Box Set  / Wild & Crazy Tunes  / Country Funnies  / World's Greatest Country Novelty Records  / Ray Stevens: All-Time Greatest Hits  / Misty: The Very Best of Ray Stevens by Empire / The Best Of Ray Stevens by Rhino / Dr. Demento's Country Corn  / Gitarzan  / Last Laugh  / Ray Stevens' Greatest Hits by MCA / Ray Stevens: 20 Comedy Hits Special Collection  / Ray Stevens: All Time Greatest Comic Hits / Ray Stevens: Collection  / Ray Stevens: His All-Time Greatest Comic Hits  / Ray Stevens: Live! 

In 1990 - ** We Love Barney Fife - Guns 'n Moses (first hit the Funny Five on 1990-02-18)

In 1990 - ** Where's the Service? - The Pheromones (first hit the Funny Five on 1990-04-15)

Albums: So Far So What?

First Time a Song Reached the Funny Five

In 1990 - ** Pos.4. My Favorite Diseases - Mike Agranoff (first played 1990-01-07)

In 1996 - ** Pos.4. Firing The Surgeon General - The Foremen http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/foremen.htm (first played 1995-10-15)

Albums: Folk Heroes 

First Time a #1 Funny Five Song Was Played

In 1979 - ** The Streak - Ray Stevens http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/stevens-ray.htm (released 1974, first hit #1 on 1993-06-13)

Albums: The Ray Stevens Box Set  / Wild & Crazy Tunes  / Country Funnies  / World's Greatest Country Novelty Records  / Ray Stevens: All-Time Greatest Hits  / Misty: The Very Best of Ray Stevens by Empire / The Best Of Ray Stevens by Rhino / Dr. Demento's Country Corn  / Gitarzan  / Last Laugh  / Ray Stevens' Greatest Hits by MCA / Ray Stevens: 20 Comedy Hits Special Collection  / Ray Stevens: All Time Greatest Comic Hits / Ray Stevens: Collection  / Ray Stevens: His All-Time Greatest Comic Hits  / Ray Stevens: Live! 

In 1990 - ** We Love Barney Fife - Guns 'n Moses (first hit #1 on 1990-03-11)

First Time a Song Reached #1 on the Funny Five

In 1990 - ** Pos.1. Stairway To Gilligan's Island - Little Roger And The Goosebumps (first played 1978-08-20)

Albums: Laguna Tunes 

All The Times a Song Reached #1

In 1979 - ** Pos.1. King Tut - Steve Martin http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/martin-steve.htm & The Toot Uncommons (appearance #6)

Albums: A Wild and Crazy Guy  / Dr. Demento 20th Anniversary Collection  / Voices For Gilda 

In 1990 - ** Pos.1. Stairway To Gilligan's Island - Little Roger And The Goosebumps (appearance #1)

Albums: Laguna Tunes 

In 1996 - ** Pos.1. Star Trekkin' - The Firm (appearance #20)

Albums: Novelty No. 1's  / Dr. Demento 20th Anniversary Collection  / The Very Best of Dr. Demento  / Dr. Demento's Hits From Outer Space 

In 2001 - ** Pos.1. Cows With Guns - Dana Lyons http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/lyons-dana.htm (appearance #16)

Albums: Cows With Guns 

This Dave in History (David Letterman)

In 1982, Rita Stipo (who?) shows her home movies from New Year's Eve, 1954-55. Also, the first LN installment of "Stupid Pet Tricks": A dog hugs her owner, another sneezes and answers the phone, and a rabbit rides a skateboard.
In 1983, Late Night celebrates its first anniversary with an all-star gala, featuring Hollywood's own Army Archerd, who introduces luminaries, such as Captain Haggerty, Howard Taylor, and Calvert DeForest as they emerge from their limousines and enter the NBC studios at Rockefeller Center.
In 1984, In the Late Night with David Letterman 2nd Anniversary, Larry "Bud" Melman presides over activities on the top floor of the Essex House Hotel, introducing Mel Conchita, the Steve Martin of Peru, and Alba Ballard and her parrots.
In 1986, "Who Asked For It" is devoted to questions about the tallest guests on Late Night. Manute Bol comes in first at 7' 7", but that stat is challenged when compared to a photo of Don King's hair.
In 1988, From the 6th Anniversary Special: Top Ten Reasons We've Been on the Air for 6 Years - 2. The same reason people slow down for a car wreck.
In 1988, Late Night with David Letterman's 6th Anniversary Special is broadcast from Radio City Music Hall, featuring the leggy and talented Radio City Rockettes. Later in the big 90-minute prime-time telecast, Dave introduces audience member Dr. David H. Higely, a Pulitzer Prize winner in Medicine.
In 1992, Dave plugs the upcoming show's 10th Anniversary special, mentioning that it will be preempting "L.A. Law." Suddenly, a sandbag falls on his desk, just missing him. Dave goes backstage and finds Susan Dey innocently standing around with scissors.
In 1993, As Bon Jovi guitarist Richie Sanbora sits in with the band, his paramour Cher drops by to promote her hair care products.
In 1993, Top Ten Ways To Cut $14 Billion from the Defense Budget - 5. Delete "free fudgsicles" clause from Schwarzkopf's pension.
In 1994, Top Ten Disney Productions In Times Square - 10. When You Wish Upon My Lap.
In 1997, As Dave displays "President Clinton's Place in History," Biff walks by topless, smoking a butt.
In 1997, Dave does "the force" on Paul's glasses and on a cup. Also, Dave starts smoking a cigarette (he blows smoke rings), then later "gives it up." In addition, "Urkel" (Leonard Tepper) appears to promote "Family Matters".
In 1997, Guest Billy Bob Thornton gives Dave an Amtrak blanket while promoting "Sling Blade". Also, Top Ten Audience Driver's License Photos.
In 1997, The Tokyo Shock Boys perform, and the less said about this performance, the better.
In 1998, Dave's Video Collection features nude cigar smoking.
In 1998, Guests: Dan Aykroyd brings a "Blues Brothers 2000" clip; Naomi Campbell asks Dave on a date (he accepts); Duncan Sheik sings, with accompaniment including a cello.
In 1998, Top Ten Signs Saddam Hussein Is More Nuts Than Ever - 7. His so called "weapon of mass destruction" a violently shaken can of Bud.
In 1998, We get to see stills of people wearing berets. Also, fake ad for "I Want To Have Sex with You" bouquet. Later on, we see a "fade to black" experiment.
In 1999, Nile Rogers still on guitar. Know Your Current Events contestant #2 Tammie from Brisbane, Australia is attending the show solely to see guest Mel Gibson? Fake preview of a pie-eating contest. Top Ten Hillary Clinton campaign slogans.
In 1999, The lovely, the talented "Fresh Step" performs--what a group!
In 2000, Late Show 2000; Comedy Under Siege* offers a rerun with Drew Barrymore's striptease, plus Al Franken and Placido Domingo.
In 2000, This rerun was #1 in the Viewer's Choice "Marathon" (five shows).
In 9999, * "Comedy Under Siege" phrase by James Langdell.

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