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Today In Dementia History Datebook-February 10th

For The Weekday Of: Tuesday in 2009, Wednesday in 2010
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People on February 10th: birthdates

Valri Bromfield: yr unknown
Actress, Comedienne, Writer, Angie's Mary Mary, Best of the West's Laney Gibbs, The New Show, Grace Under Fire's Faith

People on February 10th: birth anniversaries

Dame Judith Anderson: 1898=d.Jan 3, 1992 (was 93)
TV/Movie/Stage Actress, Soap Actress, Lesbian, Australian, Laura, Tycoon, Rebecca, MacBeth, Laura, Ten Commandments, Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, Kings Row, Star Trek III, Santa Barbara's Minx Lockridge Capwell; some say 1897
Lon Jr. Chaney: 1905=d.Jul 12, 1973 (was 68)
TV/Movie Actor, RFN:Creighton; Pistols 'n Petticoats; One of the movie's favorite monsters, The Wolf Man; Lon Sr.'s son; b. 1906?
Ral Donner: 1943=d.Apr 6, 1984 (was 41)
Singer, Narrator, RFN:Ralph Stuart; sounded like Elvis thus the NN:Chicago Elvis; he's died seven years after the real Elvis died, but no reports of any sightings of this Elvis.
Jimmy Durante: 1893=d.Jan 29, 1980 (was 86)
Comedian, Singer, Author, TV/Movie/Stage Actor, Composer, Variety Show Host, Vaudevillan, Pianist, b. in New York City; 'Inka Dinka Doo' 'Schnozzola' man; Jimmy Durante Show, Lennon Sisters
Jerry Goldsmith: 1929=d.Jul 21, 2004 (was 75)
Composer, Pianist, of films and TV; created the memorable scores to films such as Star Trek and Alien and TV shows The Man from U.N.C.L.E. and Perry Mason
Allie Reynolds: 1915=d.Dec 26, 1994 (was 79)
MLB Pitcher, 1952 AL ERA leader (2.07)
Rockin Dopsie Sr.: 1932=d.Aug 26, 1993 (was 61)
Jazz-Fusion Performer, Singer, Bandleader, Accordionist, RN:Alton Jay Rubin; fused Cajun with R&B music (zydeco); guested on Paul Simon's Graceland album playing accordion, so "Weird Al" is in good company on the pop charts.

People on February 10th: death anniversaries

Jim Varney: 2000 (was 50)/b.Jun 15, 1949
TV/Movie Actor, Comedian, b. in Lexington, KY; aka:Ernest P. Worrell in over 3000 commercials; Johnny Cash Show reg, Fernwood 2-Night's Virgil Sims, Operation Petticoat's seaman Broom, Pink Lady reg, Pop! Goes the Country reg, The Rousters, Hey Vern It's Ernest's Ernest P. Worrell, Ernest went to Camp, Saved Xmas, Goes to Jail, & Scared Stupid in movies, Toy Story's Slinky Dog; Know what I mean, Vern?

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General events on February 10th

In 1933, the first singing telegram was introduced by the Postal Telegram Company in New York.
In 3641, B.C., God creates the Earth, according to Mayakalenders.

Entertainment events on February 10th

In 1863, showman P.T. Barnum staged the wedding of General Tom Thumb and Mercy Lavinia Warren, both of them midgets, in New York City. The best man was 29 inches tall and weighed 24 pounds.
In 2000, Actor Jim Varney, best known for his comic character Ernest P. Worrell, died in White House, Tennessee, at age 50.

Entertainment-TV events on February 10th

In 1966, Gilligan's Island episode #57. "Gilligan's Living Doll". An experimental robot launched by the Air Force parachutes onto the island. The professor reprograms the robot to walk to Hawaii ("one hundred eleven hours"), but the "lucky" rabbit's foot that Gilligan secretly stuffed into the robot causes it to malfunction upon arrival in Hawaii.
In 1968, on the cover of TV Guide: "Smothers Brothers". Other Articles: Robert Hooks
In 1976, on "Saturday Night Live," in John Belushi's third samurai sketch, "Samurai Divorce Court," Mr. and Mrs. Futaba are ordered by judge Peter Boyle to divide all their assets -- including their daughter Bingo.
In 1990, Stuart Smalley performs his very first "Daily Affirmation" on "Saturday Night Live." He thought it was good enough, and smart enough, and dog gone it, people like it!
In 1993, in an exclusive interview with Oprah Winfrey, Michael Jackson said he suffers from a hereditary skin disorder that has bleached much of his skin white; "Michael Jackson Talks To Oprah Winfrey" aired on ABC and drew an astounding 39.3 rating/56 share, 90 million people.

Entertainment-Movies events on February 10th

In 1893, comedian Jimmy (James Francis) Durante was born in New York City. The son of a sideshow barker, Durante was nicknamed "Schnozzola" for his bulbous nose. He started in show business at age 16 as a ragtime piano player in Bowery nightclubs and later, throughout the 1930s, he bounced between Hollywood and Broadway, gaining popularity in both stage musicals and in films. His durable career extended on into the 1950s and through the '70s, via radio shows, film roles and appearances on TV, including "The Jimmy Durante Show." His films include "Palooka," "Carnival," "Little Miss Broadway," "Melody Ranch," "You're in the Army Now," "The Man Who Came to Dinner," "It Happened in Brooklyn," "Jumbo" and "It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World." He ended many shows and broadcasts with his trademark signature line, "Good night Mrs. Calabash, wherever you are!" He died on January 29, 1980.
In 1934, The Silly Symphony film, "The Grasshopper and the Ants" is released.
In 1940, Tom & Jerry, Cartoon Character, Famous Cat & Mouse team created by Hanna & Barbera debut; by MGM; some say Feb 20, 1940.
In 1941, The film, "Pinocchio" is nominated for an Academy Award (Music, Best Score). The song, "When You Wish Upon a Star" from the film, "Pinocchio" is nominated for an Academy Award (Music, Best Song).
In 1947, The Disney film, "Squatter's Rights" is nominated for an Academy Award (Short Subjects, Cartoons).
In 1949, The Disney film, "Mickey and the Seal" is nominated for an Academy Award (Short Subjects, Cartoons). The film, "Tea for Two Hundred" is nominated for an Academy Award (Short Subjects, Cartoons). The film, "Seal Island" is nominated for an Academy Award (Short Subjects, Two Reels).
In 1961, The Disney film, "One Hundred and One Dalmations" is generally released.

Arts and Prose events on February 10th

In 1935, Donald Duck makes his first appearance in the Mickey Mouse Sunday edition comic strip.

Music events on February 10th

In 1940, R.C., "In The Mood" by Glenn Miller peaked at #1 on the pop singles chart and stayed there for ten weeks. The Henhouse Five Plus Two would remake that into a Top 40 hit in the 1970s.
In 1942, RCA Victor presented Glenn Miller and his Orchestra with a "gold record" for their recording of "Chattanooga Choo Choo," which had sold more than a million copies.
In 1944, "Mairzy Doats" by Al Trace entered the Top 40 chart.
In 1945, "Rum & Coca Cola" hits #1 on the pop singles chart by Andrews Sisters.
In 1951, "John & Marsha" by Stan Freberg entered the Pop Chart. It peaked at #21 weeks later.
In 1958, R.C., "Short Shorts" by Royal Teens peaked at #3 on the pop singles chart.
In 1962, R.C., "Happy Rose (Ching-Ching)" by Jack Ross peaked at #57 on the pop singles chart.
In 1968, "Simon Says" by Nineteen-Ten Fruitgum Co. entered the Top 40 chart.

Music-Rock events on February 10th

In 1971, authorities at London's Royal Albert Hall banned a scheduled concert featuring Frank Zappa and his group, The Mothers Of Invention, with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, citing some of the lyrics of the songs that made up "200 Motels" were branded obscene after officials heard the soundtrack album to the film "200 Motels" starring Ringo Starr as Frank Zappa and Keith Moon as a nun.

Music-Country events on February 10th

In 1993, "Greatest Hits" album by Ray Stevens was certified Platinum by the RIAA

Music-R and B / Dance events on February 10th

In 1950, No. 1 Billboard Pop Hit: "Rag Mop," Ames Brothers.
In 1979, R.C., "Da Ya Think I'm Sexy?" by Rod Stewart peaked at #1 on the pop singles chart; Steve Dahl turned it into a parody "Do Ya Think I'm Disco".

Sports-Baseball events on February 10th

In 1920, Baseball outlaws all pitches involving tampering with the ball including these: Spitball, Emeryball, Shineball, Lucilleball, Christmasball, & other funny balls.

Weird and Other events on February 10th

In 1920, 02 x 10 = 20
In 2001, Alfred "Weird Al" Yankovic married Suzanne Krajewski.
In 2020, 02 x 10 = 20

Dr. Demento Show Song Almanac

First Time Dr. Demento Played a Song

In 1980 - ** Anthing You Can Do - Ethel Merman/Ray Middleton (last played on 1980-02-10)

In 1980 - ** Constantinople - The Residents http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/residents.htm

(released 1978, last played on 2003-05-18)

Albums: Duck Stab/Buster & Glen

In 1980 - ** Disco's In The Garbage - Incinerators (last played on 1980-02-10)

In 1980 - ** Eight Arms To Hold You - Damaskas (last played on 1980-04-06)

In 1980 - ** Four Yorkshiremen - John Cleese, Michael Palin, Terry Jones, & Rowan Atkinson (released 1974, last played on 1980-02-10)

Albums: Best Comedy Album in the World...Ever!

In 1980 - ** Interesting Facts - John Cleese & Peter Cook (last played on 1981-07-05)

In 1980 - ** Ode To A Cow - Garry Moore (last played on 1980-02-10)

In 1980 - ** The Naz (The Word) - John Sinclair (last played on 2005-06-19)

In 1980 - ** The Soba Song - anonymous (last played on 1998-04-26)

In 1985 - ** Babies - Bill Cosby http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/cosby-bill.htm

(last played on 2008-01-06)

Albums: The Best of Bill Cosby

In 1985 - ** I Like 'Em Big and Stupid - Julie Brown http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/brown-julie.htm

(last played on 2007-03-11)

Albums: Trapped in the Body of a White Girl

/ Goddess in Progress

In 1985 - ** We'll Build a Bungalow - Johnny Long (last played on 1985-02-10)

In 1985 - ** We're Having A Baby (My Baby & Me) - Eddie Cantor & June Clyde (released 1942, last played on 1999-06-13)

In 1985 - ** "A" You're a Dopey Gal - Red Ingle & The Natural Seven (last played on 1985-02-10)

Albums: Tim-Tayshun

In 1985 - ** "A" You're Adorable - Jo Stafford & Gordon MacRae (last played on 1985-02-10)

In 1991 - ** Classical Rap - Peter Schickele (P.D.Q. Bach) (released 1990, last played on 2007-04-01)

Albums: Oedipus Text

In 1991 - ** Don't Put Back the Fuse - Emo Philips (last played on 2006-09-03)

In 1991 - ** Riding Around On Golf Balls - Bob Brown (last played on 1991-02-10)

In 2002 - ** Demented News Feb 10, 2002 - Whimsical Will http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/whimsicalwill.htm

(last played on 2002-02-10)

Albums: Demented News 2002 Volume

First Time a Funny Five Song Was Played

In 1980 - ** Constantinople - The Residents http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/residents.htm

(released 1978, first hit the Funny Five on 1980-03-16)

Albums: Duck Stab/Buster & Glen

First Time a Song Reached the Funny Five

In 1980 - ** Pos.5. Ballad Of Fearless Dwight - Barry Bowman & Steve Ivings (first played 1979-01-07)

In 1980 - ** Pos.4. I Gotta Get a Fake I.D. - Barnes & Barnes http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/barnesandbarnes.htm

with Friends (first played 1979-12-30)

Albums: Dr. Demento 25th Anniversary Collection

In 1980 - ** Pos.3. Religion and Politics Ya-Ta-Ta! Ya-Ta-Ta! - Scott Beach (first played 1979-06-10)

Albums: Dr. Demento's Dementia Royale

In 2002 - ** Pos.5. N.R.L. (Nursery Rhyme Lawyer Song) - Throwing Toasters http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/throwingtoasters.htm

(first played 2001-11-25)

Albums: Chrome

/ Dork

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

In 1980 - ** Pos.1. The Ballad of Irving - Frank Gallop (appearance #14)

Albums: When You're In Love The Whole World is Jewish / Dr. Demento 20th Anniversary Collection

In 1985 - ** Pos.1. The Homecoming Queen's Got A Gun - Julie Brown http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/brown-julie.htm

(appearance #4)

Albums: Tales from the Rhino

/ Dr. Demento 20th Anniversary Collection

/ Trapped in the Body of a White Girl

In 1991 - ** Pos.1. We Love Barney Fife - Guns 'n Moses (appearance #5)

In 2002 - ** Pos.1. Osama, Yo' Mama - Ray Stevens http://www.davesfunstuff.com/funnycity/stevens-ray.htm

(appearance #2)

Albums: Osama-Yo'Mama

/ The Ray Stevens Box Set

This Dave in History (David Letterman)

In 1982, While being interviewed with Rick Moranis to plug their McKenzie Brothers film "Strange Brew," Dave Thomas falls asleep.
In 1983, Dave calls early-riser Jane Pauley to prove that the show is videotaped seven hours before airtime.
In 1986, Peeved that CBS late night programming is being promoted as "CBS Late Night," Dave reads the CBS movie schedule. Featured movies include episodes from "Remington Steele."
In 1987, Dave checks backstage to find out if the drain is moving in a clockwise direction and then calls the Fiji Islands to compare.
In 1988, Late Night features a live remote from the Food Emporium Supermarket on 66th and Broadway in Manhattan-- just 16 blocks away from Studio 6A, but 45,000 miles via satellite.
In 1989, It's the Al Maher's Box 'O' Thrills' last appearance on the show: the platform itself falls and destroys the camera but not the breakaway desk.
In 1993, Top Ten Signs Hillary Is in Charge - 7. Secret Service code name for President Clinton: "Mr. Mom." 6. New law prohibiting spelling Gennifer with a "G."
In 1994, Throughout the show, Bruno Kirby plays a cop "on the edge!" Later, guests Siskel and Ebert also participate in the bit.
In 1994, Top Ten Questions Connie Chung Asked Tonya Harding - 4. "When he hit Nancy in the knee, did it sort of sound like 'Chunnnggg'?"
In 1995, The Roof Cam catches two hot dog vendors smashing their carts into each other, then dueling each other with the carts' giant umbrellas. (See 1997)
In 1995, Top Ten Reasons Quayle Dropped Out of the Race - 8. Wants to devote more time to looking for Waldo.
In 1997, "Dave Talks To Fan Club Presidents" includes Kenny Rogers on the phone, "Parallel Parking with Mark Hamill", Leonard Tepper as the president of Dave's Fan Club, and Tony Randall as the president of the Tony Randall Fan Club.
In 1997, Dave shows us that he's on the cover of the current TV Guide. In "Bob Borden's Valentine's Day Tips", Martha Stewart appears.
In 1997, Dave shows us the TV Guide--he's on the cover. In "Bob Borden's Valentine's Day Tips", Martha Stewart appears.
In 1997, Felicia comes close to flipping Dave off after he mocks her hat. Also, Dave installs his artificial tooth.
In 1997, In a remote featuring Dave talking to various fan club presidents, a swordfight breaks out between the "Cats" and "Star Wars" fans. (See 1995)
In 1997, Stupid Pet Tricks: (1) Dog mimics owner to get snacks (or socks?); (2) pig eats peppermint then "enjoys its breath"; (3) dog sings along with a man and a woman. In segment 5, the bonus pet trick is a dog picking up a heavy weight.
In 1997, Top Ten Signs Your Wife is Having an Affair with the President - 4. During sex, she accidentally screams out, "Tubby!"
In 1998, [In the San Francisco area, the show started 53 minutes late, due to the Olympics.] The band plays Dave over to the desk with "Back Home in Indiana". Dave's mom appears from Nagano, with Biff and Carolyn. We see a Fake Olympic Coffee Mug, which has one of the rings on the logo unlinked (in order to avoid copyright problems).
In 1998, Dave goes door to door in New Jersey talking about the Olympics. "Boris and Olga" from this bit appear live in luge suits. Also, it's snowing in the green room on guest Bill Cosby.
In 1998, The Blues Brothers reunite, with Eddie Floyd and Wilson Picket sharing vocals with Dan Ackyroyd and John Goodman on the tune "634-5789."
In 1998, Top Ten Rejected Olympic Events - 5. The 4-man freestyle whoopdedoo.
In 1999, Dave rants about sharing a website with the rest of CBS. "Valentine's Day Cards" bit. Also, the external camera shows us Bob Borden on Broadway; he tries to get a Valentine.
In 1999, Dave shows a picture of the "subversive" Teletubbies. Later, Top Ten Jerry Fallwell Pet Peeves about TV.
In 2000, Late Show 2000--Comedy Under Siege offers up Late Show Backstage #4, with host Regis and guests Bill Cosby and Sarah Jessica Parker.
In 2000, LSB #4 rerun clips include Cosby going outside and hailing a cab (driven by Buket) and (later) Cosby and Tito Puente climbing a ladder to the balcony (in a memorable Late Show from March 1995). Back in 2000, Pat Farmer mentions that the ladder was actually faulty; we're lucky it didn't collapse.

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