The Kinks appeared on Shindig. The Beatles turned down a one million dollar offer to perform a concert at New York's Shea Stadium. The boys were tired of touring. The U.S. film rating system was adopted - the forerunner of the G, PG and R ratings we have today. John Lennon won his 4 year battle with Immigration to remain in the United States.
Federal offices get the day off.
The show moved to TV on October 3, 1952. Turns 58 today. Saturday Night Live, Caddyshack, Fletch, Foul Play and the National Lampoon's Vacation series. Turns 52 today. Never My Love on The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour.