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#7912: DEAN MARTIN SHOW, THE
Order1966-10-20, NBC, 52 min.
September 16, 1965-May 24, 1974. A variety hour hosted by Dean Martin. Several of the shows were celebrity "roasts," set at a banquet table, in which the guest of honor was showered with insults by other celebs. Regulars of the series included pianist Ken Lane (1965-1972), Kay Medford, Lou Jacobi, The Golddiggers, Marian Mercer (1971-1972), Tom Bosley (1971-1972), Rodney Dangerfield (1972-1973), Dom DeLuise (1972-1973), and Nipsey Russell (1972-1974). Dupe Of # 1905.
#1905: DEAN MARTIN SHOW, THE
Order1966-10-20, WNBC, 52 min.
September 16, 1965-May 24, 1974. A variety hour hosted by Dean Martin. Several of the shows were celebrity "roasts," set at a banquet table, in which the guest of honor was showered with insults by other celebs. Regulars of the series included pianist Ken Lane (1965-1972), Kay Medford, Lou Jacobi, The Golddiggers, Marian Mercer (1971-1972), Tom Bosley (1971-1972), Rodney Dangerfield (1972-1973), Dom DeLuise (1972-1973), and Nipsey Russell (1972-1974).#1906: DEAN MARTIN SHOW, THE
Order1966-10-27, WNBC, 52 min.
September 16, 1965-May 24, 1974. A variety hour hosted by Dean Martin. Several of the shows were celebrity "roasts," set at a banquet table, in which the guest of honor was showered with insults by other celebs. Regulars of the series included pianist Ken Lane (1965-1972), Kay Medford, Lou Jacobi, The Golddiggers, Marian Mercer (1971-1972), Tom Bosley (1971-1972), Rodney Dangerfield (1972-1973), Dom DeLuise (1972-1973), and Nipsey Russell (1972-1974).#15259: ISSUES AND ANSWERS
Order1966-11-06, ABC, 18 min.
November 27, 1960-November 8, 1981. Newsmakers were interviewed by journalists on this public affairs program, ABC's counterpart of CBS's "Face The Nation" and NBC's "Meet The Press." In its earliest weeks, the series was entitled "ABC Press Conference."
The guest is Richard Nixon who is questioned by ABC newsmen Bob Clark and Bill Lawrence. Howard K. Smith is the moderator 1966-11-14, ABC, 61 min.
- Muhammad Ali
- Cassius Clay
- Les Keiter
- Cleveland Williams
- Bill Stern
- Gene Ward
- Ernie Terrell
- Joe Louis
- Van Patrick
- Howard Kessler
Muhammad Ali vs. Cleveland Williams from the Astrodome in Houston, Texas. There are pre-fight comments from Bill Stern, Les Keiter, Ernie Terrell, Cassius Clay (Muhammad Ali), Cleveland Williams, and NY Daily News sportswriter Gene Ward. Ali wins via a third round TKO. Broadcast on the Radio Mutual Broadcast System this Heavyweight Championship fight is considered at the time the largest viewed indoor boxing match in history. The broadcast, called "CHAMPIONSIP '66" sponsored by STP (commercials are included) opens with Bill Stern describing a run down of both fighters. There are pre-fight interviews with Ali who describes how he will be fighting Williams, mentioning that he will have to be cautious with Cleveland for it is possible for him to knock him out. Williams, who was recently shot by a police officer in a traffic dispute states that he has given that offer tickets to tonight's championship match. Describing Muhammad Ali, Cleveland Williams states that there is always someone superior to him and comments on Ali's "shuffle" in the ring. Van Patrick and Les Keiter get pre fight predictions from numerous attendees at the Astrodome, including Joe Louis who picks Ali to KO Williams in one or two rounds. Andy Robustelli is interviewed, as well as Red Smith. Introductions of both fighters in the ring. The entire fight is heard, as well as post fight interviews. Bill Stern gives his evaluation of Muhammad Ali. Referee Harry Kessler who stopped the fight in the third round is interviewed. Cleveland Williams and Muhammad Ali interviewed as well as Ernie Terrell by Les Keiter who states he will KO Ali.#15288: ABC YEAR-END REVIEW
Order1966-12-27, ABC, 60 min.
A year-end review discussion for 1966. Comments from Edward P. Morgan and Lou Chaffe. Other reporters include Bill Beutel, Sam Jaffe, Ray Maloney, Bill Lawrence, George Watson, John Scully, and from his home, Howard K. Smith. Also included a talk on Vietnam.
1966-12-30, WNEW, 40 min.
- Lee Marvin
- Peter Ustinov
- Carl Reiner
- Bill Welch
- Karl Maldin
- Howard Morris
- Duke Hovey
- Yale Summers
- Omar Sharif
- Wendy Hiller
- Milton Anderson
- Mike Frankovich
- Robert Bolt
- Charleton Heston
- Todd Armstrong
- Jackie Cooper
- Cara Williams
- William Graft
- Fred Zinnemann
- Susannah York
The Movie Premiere of "A Man For All Seasons," starring Leo McKern, Robert Shaw, and Paul Scofield. Directed by Fred Zinnemann. Live from the Music Hall in Beverley Hills, California. The movie won the award for best picture at the 39th Academy Awards, Fred Zinnemann won the award for best director, and Paul Scofield won the best actor award. Broadcast on WNEW-TV Channel 5 in New York City. Host: Bill Welch Joined in progress.
1967-01-02, NBC, 100 min.
The 78th annual Tournament Of Roses Parade telecast live from Pasadena, California. All three networks carried this annual parade, each with different hosts. This is the NBC telecast. It includes commercials. Ed Ames, in the parade sings "My Cup Runneth Over." Hostess Betty White and Host Bill Culen describe the festivities and talk in the booth with Pat Boone and Barry Sullivan. Barbara Hewitt is the Rose Queen. Thanat Khoman, Thailand's Minister of Foreign Affairs is the parade's grand marshal. Theme: Travel tales in flowers. NOTE; A lost broadcast. Very few Rose Day Parade broadcasts circa pre-1979 are extant in any broadcast form.
#1934: DEAN MARTIN SHOW, THE
Order1967-01-26, WNBC, 52 min.
September 16, 1965-May 24, 1974. A variety hour hosted by Dean Martin. Several of the shows were celebrity "roasts," set at a banquet table, in which the guest of honor was showered with insults by other celebs. Regulars of the series included pianist Ken Lane (1965-1972), Kay Medford, Lou Jacobi, The Golddiggers, Marian Mercer (1971-1972), Tom Bosley (1971-1972), Rodney Dangerfield (1972-1973), Dom DeLuise (1972-1973), and Nipsey Russell (1972-1974).1967-01-27, NBC, 00 min.
NBC's breaking news report on the loss of the Apollo 1 crew. Astronauts Virgil (Gus) Grissom, Edward White, and Roger Chaffee all died in a flash-fire inside the crew capsule during a launch rehearsal. Duplicate of #8998.
1967-01-27, NBC, 00 min.
NBC's breaking news report on the loss of the Apollo 1 crew. Astronauts Virgil (Gus) Grissom, Edward White, and Roger Chaffee all died in a flash-fire inside the crew capsule during a launch rehearsal.
#7185: HOLLYWOOD PALACE, THE
Order1967-03-04, WABC, 00 min.
January 4, 1964-February 7, 1970. This hour-long variety series was a midseason replacement for "The Jerry Lewis Show." Host: Steve Lawrence#7927: DEAN MARTIN SHOW, THE
Order1967-05-25, NBC, 52 min.
September 16, 1965-May 24, 1974. A variety hour hosted by Dean Martin. Several of the shows were celebrity "roasts," set at a banquet table, in which the guest of honor was showered with insults by other celebs. Regulars of the series included pianist Ken Lane (1965-1972), Kay Medford, Lou Jacobi, The Golddiggers, Marian Mercer (1971-1972), Tom Bosley (1971-1972), Rodney Dangerfield (1972-1973), Dom DeLuise (1972-1973), and Nipsey Russell (1972-1974). Dupe Of # 1906. Repeat of 10-27-66.
#19624: CBS NEWS, THE
Order1967-07-15, CBS, 25 min.
Negro riots in Newark, New Jersey, comment by New Jersey Governor Richard Hughes, on-the-spot reports about riots. The GOP Perspective, Bill Stout reports.
#19625: CBS NEWS, THE
Order1967-07-15, CBS, 25 min.
Negro riots in Newark, New Jersey, comment by New Jersey Governor Richard Hughes, on-the-spot reports about riots. The GOP Perspective, Bill Stout reports.
#15339: CBS NEWS, THE
Order1967-07-15, CBS, 25 min.
Negro riots in Newark, New Jersey, comment by New Jersey Governor Richard Hughes, on-the-spot reports about riots. The GOP Perspective, Bill Stout reports.
#7929: VIC DAMONE SHOW, THE:
Order1967-08-31, NBC, 60 min.
June 7th, 1967- September 1967 The Vic Damone Show was a summer replacement series for the Dean Martin Show. Regulars included Gail Martin, (Dean's daughter) and Carol Lawrence. The Series was rerun on NBC in the summer of 1971.
#7930: VIC DAMONE SHOW: THE
Order1967-08-31, NBC, 60 min.
June 7th, 1967- September 1967 The Vic Damone Show was a summer replacement series for the Dean Martin Show. Regulars included Gail Martin, (Dean's daughter) and Carol Lawrence. The Series was rerun on NBC in the summer of 1971.
1967-10-11, NBC, 1 min.
Report of a plane incident involving Judy Garland-card game with boss and wife. Bill Ryan reports.
1967-10-12, WNBC, 45 min.
- Warren Giles
- Roger Maris
- Julian Javier
- Stan Musial
- Red Schoendienst
- Billy Muffett
- Dal Maxvill
- Pee Wee Reese
- Curt Gowdy
- Bob Gibson
- Gussie Busch
- Tim McCarver
- Lou Brock
- Mike Shannon
- Joe Horner
- Ken Coleman
- Nelson Brown
- Joe Schiltz
- Orlando Cepeda
- Harry Caray
- Jim Simpson
Harry Caray gives opening introductions from Fenway Park in Boston for the seventh and final game of the series. We hear pre-game comments from co-broadcaster Pee Wee Reese. Caray does the play-by-play for the last of the eighth inning. Reese does the play-by-play with co-broadcaster Jim Simpson for the ninth inning. From the victorious St. Louis clubhouse, Caray interviews Bob Gibson, President of the National League, Warren Giles, General Manager of the Cardinals, Stan Musial, Manager Red Schoendienst, Gussie Busch, Julian Javier, Roger Maris, Orlando Cepeda, Dal Maxvill, Tim McCarver, Mike Shannon, Nelson Brown, Joe Horner, Joe Schiltz, Lou Brock and Billy Muffett. We return to the booth with Curt Gowdy and Ken Coleman commenting and recapping the game.1967-10-15, WABC, 2 min.
A conversation with Bill Moyers. Bill Beutel is the host. Opening only.
1967-10-18, NBC, 56 min.
- Ed Herlihy
- Lorne Greene
- Bobby Van
- Lou Rawls
- Barbara Eden
- Jerry Van Dyke
- Baja Marimba Band
- Billy The Kid
- Buffalo Bill
- Calamity Jane
September 13, 1967 - May 12, 1971 The 1967 version of The Kraft Music Hall lasted four seasons. It was hosted by a guest celebrity each week, accept during the summer of 1969 when Tony Sandler and Ralph Young cohosted it. Don Ho hosted the show during the latter weeks of the summer of 1969. On this sixth broadcast of the series, host Lorne Greene opens a musical scrapbook of the Old West with guests Lou Rawls, Jerry Van Dyke, Barbara Eden, Booby Van and the Baja Marimba Band. Music and dancing recall such colorful Western characters as Calamity jane, Billy the Kid and Buffalo Bill. Comedy sketches recall the infamous medicine men, saloon keepers, schoolmarms and other figures who populate the myths and memories of Western folk lore. HIGHLIGHS: "High Noon"-------------------------------Lou Rawls "The Day the West Was Swung"--Lou Rawls, Barbara Eden, Bobby Van "Billy the Kid---------------------------Lorne Greene, Bobby Van "A Gay Ranchero"-------------------------Baja Marimba Band "Buttons and Bows"-----------------------Barbara Eden "I Am a Gun"-----------------------------Lorne Greene Includes Ed Herlihy's Kraft Commercials .1967-11-17, WNBC, 111 min.
- Mort Sahl
- Dr. Joyce Brothers
- Lyndon Johnson
- William Westmoreland
- Dean Rusk
- Robert McNamara
- Lee Harvey Oswald
- Mark Lane
- John F. Kennedy
- Brad Crandall
- Jackie Gleason
- Jim Garrison
- Jim Luddle
- Bill Mazer
- Sam Kearing
Callers comment on Dean Rusk, William Westmoreland, Robert McNamara, President Johnson, etc. Host: Mort Sahl subbing for Brad Crandall whose Monday to Friday WNBC Radio talk show would air from 9:10 to 11:55pm (March 1964- September 1971). A rare opportunity to listen to Mort Sahl take phone calls from the public discussing politics and controversial subjects with an acerbic point of view, including topics covering the Warren Report, the Viet Nam war, and the Kennedy assassination. Mort reads headlines from today's newspapers, takes phone calls ranging from topics including Jackie Gleason, Dr. Joyce Brothers, male dolls with full anatomy, and demonstrators. Mort Sahl expresses his great displeasure with WNBC Radio who stated to him that he could have any guest on the show he wanted but just moments ago failed to clear appearances by Mark Lane, author of the controversial book "Rush to Judgment," published in August 1966, and Jim Garrison, both waiting to talk with Sahl and his audience. Further calls discussing more about why the government would want to cover-up information about the assassination of JFK, today's President Lyndon Johnson's speech, Lee Harvey Oswald in the spirit world, and reopening the Kennedy investigation. One caller asks Mort Sahl why he is so cynical and abrupt with callers who have a different point of view, hanging up on this caller as well. One caller mentions that some of those who are calling into the show are "nuts." Included is the National News Report by Jim Luddle. Stories include, 2000 Canadian students protesting at the US consulate turning into a violent action protesting our presence in Viet Nam. President Johnson stating his feelings about protesting, and a report from Saigon about three days of cease fire agreement during certain holidays, including Christmas. There is also local Metropolitan News heard, including delays on the Long Island railroad, strike by taxi drivers averted, and the retirement of Sanitation Commissioner, Sam Kearing, who comments. Cosa Nostra perjury, Gambino clan member missing, Ocean Hill Board of Education decentralization, two million dollar foreign aide bill, and a blackout in Douglaston Queens. There is a promo for The Bill Mazer Sports Show and Sahl reads the latest social activities for listeners to do on the weekend. A caller mentions that General Westmoreland suggested if the war in Viet Nam continues into 1969 the US would lose an additional 30,000 more US troops. Commercials heard include those for Arpege, Ronzoni, Chateau Martin Vermouth, DiGel, His man's shops, Chevrolet, and Consumers Guide magazine.
1967-11-22, WMCA, 30 min.
WMCA Radio presents a special tribute to John F. Kennedy on the third anniversary of his assassination. Bill Scott narrates.
1967-11-24, WABC, 9 min.
There will be no US boycott of the 1968 Summer Olympic games. Bill Beutel reports.
1967-11-28, NBC, 58 min.
- Steve Allen
- Don Drysdale
- Jerry Lewis
- Bobby Darin
- Bill Dana
- Milton Berle
- Peter Falk
- James Garner
- Woody Allen
- Clint Eastwood
- Larry Storch
- Vince Edwards
- Don Adams
- Lorne Greene
- Robert Morse
- Willie Mays
- Maury Wills
- Leo Durocher
- Brooks Robinson
- Frank Howard
- Tim McCarver
- Vin Scully
- Roberto Clemente
- Pete Rose
- Dick Shawn
- Trini Lopez
- Dale Robertson
- Doug McClure
- Willie McCovey
- Robert Vaughn
- Harmon Killebrew
- Philip Crosby
- Max Bear Jr.
- Robert Loggia
- Ron Hunt
- Emmett Ashford
- Al Barlick
- Michael Callan
- Ron Fairly
- John Cassavetes
Vin Scully calls the play by play of this first annual (only time) televised softball game, pitting major league baseball players against celebrities. Jerry Lewis does the color commentary in the booth along side of Scully. Dupe of # 6971
1967-11-28, NBC, 58 min.
- Steve Allen
- Don Drysdale
- Jerry Lewis
- Bobby Darin
- Bill Dana
- Milton Berle
- Peter Falk
- James Garner
- Woody Allen
- Clint Eastwood
- Larry Storch
- Vince Edwards
- Don Adams
- Lorne Greene
- Robert Morse
- Willie Mays
- Maury Wills
- Leo Durocher
- Brooks Robinson
- Frank Howard
- Tim McCarver
- Vin Scully
- Roberto Clemente
- Pete Rose
- Dick Shawn
- Trini Lopez
- Dale Robertson
- Doug McClure
- Willie McCovey
- Robert Vaughn
- Harmon Killebrew
- Philip Crosby
- Max Bear Jr.
- Robert Loggia
- Ron Hunt
- Emmett Ashford
- Al Barlick
- Michael Callan
- Ron Fairly
- John Cassavetes
Vin Scully calls the play by play of this first annual (only time) televised softball game, pitting major league baseball players against celebrities. Jerry Lewis does the color commentary in the booth alongside Scully.1967-12-07, WPIX, 27 min.
- Ann Miller
- Army Archerd
- Olivia de Havilland
- Bill Burrud
- Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Lewis
- Jane Powell
- Kay Williams Gable
- Jim Ameche
- Morgan Woodward
The famed Carthay Circle Theatre in Los Angeles, California is the site of the Hollywood movie premiere of the re-release of "Gone With The Wind." The program hosts Army Archerd and Bill Burrud interview various celebrities attending the premiere. They include Jim Ameche, Olivia de Havilland, Ann Miller, Morgan Woodward, Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Lewis, Jane Powell, and Kay Williams Gable, (the wife of Clark Gable).
1967-12-28, ABC, 88 min.
ABC Newsmen Howard K. Smith, Bill Lawrence, and Frank Reynolds take A look back at 1967 and the coming year of 1968.
1967-12-31, ABC, 65 min.
From the Waldorf Astoria in New York City, bandleader Guy Lombardo and his Royal Canadians usher in the year 1968. Includes live coverage of the ball drop from Times Square in New York City with Bill Beutel reporting. Guy introduces his brother Carmen and his big instrumental "Boo Hoo." Also featuring solos by Lombardo's brother-in-law, Kenny Gardner, and special guest star singer Margaret Whiting. Some commercials are included.1968-00-00, WBAI, 60 min.
"Whatever Became Of?" author Richard Lamparski interviews former "Dead End Kid" Billy Halop and "Gone With The Wind" actress Evelyn Keyes in a live radio interview.
#VV3A: JOEY BISHOP SHOW, THE
Order1968-01-08, ABC, 9 min.
April 17, 1967 - December 26, 1969 Joey Bishop is host of this week-night-talk show originating live from Hollywood. Announcer and sidekick is Regis Philbin. Johnny Mann conducts the orchestra. The ABC Late Night chair had previously been occupied by Les Crane when the show was called THE LES CRANE SHOW, and later by a succession of guest hosts (when it was called NIGHTLIFE). Joey Bishop pays tribute to Mr. Television, Milton Berle. There is a montage of The Texaco Star Theater, starring Milton Berle. The original Ink Spot, Bill Kenny sings a duet with Bishop. They sing "If I Didn't Care." Note: Reel 109 recorded by Phil Gries Bishop gave it a two & half year run but he was never able to beat Johnny Carson in the ratings, and in late November, 1969 Joey was fired by ABC. Bishop had one more month to fulfill with the show, but decided to walk out, a similar deja vu moment on TV when Jack Paar walked off his TONIGHT SHOW 13 years before. Dick Cavett then took over the ABC late night seat after the final JOEY BISHOP SHOW which aired December 26, 1969, closing out the decade of the 60's.#4120: OPERATION ENTERTAINMENT
Order1968-01-12, WABC, 52 min.
January 5, 1968-April 26, 1968; September 27, 1968-January 31, 1969. This hour-long variety show was staged at a different military base each week and was hosted by a guest star. George Carlin is guest host broadcast from Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
1968-01-30, Many, 27 min.
- Walter Cronkite
- Jim Jensen
- Dan Rather
- Marvin Kalb
- Fred Darwin
- Benjamin Spock
- George Sieberson
- Jeff Grounie
- Bill Riley
Multiple news reports including WCBS TV The Late Report with Tom Dunn, Jim Jensen substituting, CBS Evening News with Walter Cronkite, and Fred Darwin, WTFM International News New York. The biggest communist offensive of the Viet Nam war has begun. Dramatic developments in South Vietnam; the North Vietnamese launch widespread attacks on various bases at Da Nang, the TET offensive begins as the North Vietnamese break the lunar New Year truce, multiple reports from Saigon, report from London, indication that long planned offensive aided by disloyal South Vietnamese conspirators, a rally at Madison Square Garden in New York City in support of Dr. Benjamin Spock, comment from Spock, the Viet Cong storm the US Embassy in Saigon, 25 US aircraft are destroyed, 2,645 of the enemy killed, eight major cities attacked. Multiple reports from Saigon on the attack as well as reports from Washington DC, London and Paris NOTE: Beginning on Track #8 there is a 14 second gap. Track continues on Track #9.1968-02-05, NBC, 55 min.
October 1, 1962-May 22, 1992. In 1968, America was embroiled in protests over civil rights and the Vietnam War. In that tumultuous time, “The Tonight Show” host Johnny Carson turned over hosting duties for an entire week to actor and activist Harry Belafonte. His cast of guests included Martin Luther King Jr. and Bobby Kennedy, just months before they were assassinated, during a week that’s been mostly lost in American history. NOTE: Only 51 total minutes related to all five 90 minute broadcasts survive as video (Dr. Martin Luther King, appearing on the fourth night, Singer, Leon Bibb singing "Suzanne," and Senator Robert F. Kennedy appearing on the first night...). All other programming was erased by NBC shortly after the airing of these five programs on color 2" Quad Video Tape. Archival Television Audio, Inc. has archived audio recordings, taped off the air during the first two broadcasts (Feb. 5, and Feb. 6, 1968) totaling 80 minutes, 59 minutes of which are unique...erased by NBC. This first show of five consecutive broadcast nights. Joined in progress. Final few minutes are heard of Bill Cosby' "Noah" comedy routine. Bill joins Harry at the desk. Cosby talks about his upcoming TV Special. Belafone recounts story of Bill Cosby's early school days where he was labeled a "clown." His report card indicated that he would not amount to anything. Senator Robert F. Kennedy is introduced. Harry Belafonte discusses many topics with the Senator, including Negro issues...poverty, current legislation, other. Kennedy states that there will be 70,000 fewer jobs this Summer, his meeting with Black Nationalists and their discontent with current governmental politics. There is a huge gap between the poor and the affluent in the USA. Also discussed is the war in Viet Nam. No hate for President Lyndon Johnson and optimism that America will be successful with its commitment in the Viet Nam conflict. Belafonte relates his introduction in 1961 on a visit to the White House of his admiration of The Peace Core and current disillusionment by today's applicants. Bill Cosby adds his own comedic philosophy during this 21 minute segment. Senator Kennedy discussed the 1968 race for the Presidency not confirming he is a candidate. Lena Horne is introduced. She sings "I Concentrate on You." Lena and Harry talk about the same Manhattan building they both live in, he on 5th floor and she on the 13th floor. Both Harry and Bill state their admiration of Lena Horne's beauty as a grandmother, Cosby flirting with her and then apologizing comedically to his wife Camille who may be watching the show. Lena Horne states her commitment to her marriage and love of her grandchildren. Harry remembers incident meeting Lena and she befriending him in 1949 when he just got out of the Navy. Introduction of the Smothers' Brothers. They sing "The Same As My Old Man'" and do their usual comedic stand up routine around this song. Tom mentions he is 31 years old, Dick, 29 years old and Bill Cosby states he is 30 years old. Harry Belafonte and the Smothers' Brothers discuss their CBS TV Show and controversy surrounding the series. Tom mentions that they only usually do five minutes of observational political humor during an hour variety format, and what makes their show stand out is the fact that no other variety shows on television elect to cross this road. Belafonte asks what jokes CBS does not permit the Smothers' Brothers to perform on their show. Bill Cosby chimes in with his point of view. Both Tom and Dick state, in comedic fashion, that they are appreciative of CBS for allowing them to be on The Tonight Show with Harry to do "distasteful" material that they could not do on their own show. Harry Belafonte reads list of entertainers who will appear on tomorrow nights show. He thanks his guests for appearing and signs off. Ed McMahon mentions that this program has been pre-recorded. At the time, Carson’s pioneering late night variety show had become one of the country’s most influential platforms. So the move to have Belafonte take this mainstream institution and transform it into a multicultural and political experience, introducing white America to his world of art and activism, was unprecedented. Johnny Carson, host of NBC's network late-night "Tonight Show" reigned for 30 unprecedented years...five times the combined tenure of Steve Allen, and Jack Paar. Carson was impervious to competition, including efforts to dethrone him by Les Crane, Joey Bishop, Merv Griffin, Dick Cavett, Jack Paar, Pat Sajak, Joan Rivers, and Arsenio Hall. Sadly, very few complete "Tonight Show" broadcasts survive during Johnny Carson's first ten years of broadcasting. Around 1965, through the early 1970's, oldest tapes were first erased systematically by orders from myopic NBC executives, to be recycled for purposes of saving money. Ironically, in many cases, these older master tapes were too brittle, and portended probable drop-outs for re-use after being erased. Subsequently blank after being erased, these older questionable master 2" Quad tapes were either sparingly used or never used again for recording new programming and eventually were discarded. Saving thousands of dollars at the time (wiping master tapes for potential re-use) resulted in losing millions of dollars by NBC in today's marketplace, and more importantly wiping thousands of historic TONIGHT SHOW broadcasts, which contain precious personal anecdotes from political, show business, and sports icons of the past.
1968-02-05, NBC, 55 min.
October 1, 1962-May 22, 1992. In 1968, America was embroiled in protests over civil rights and the Vietnam War. In that tumultuous time, “The Tonight Show” host Johnny Carson turned over hosting duties for an entire week to actor and activist Harry Belafonte. His cast of guests included Martin Luther King Jr. and Bobby Kennedy, just months before they were assassinated, during a week that’s been mostly lost in American history. NOTE: Only 51 total minutes related to all five 90 minute broadcasts survive as video (Dr. Martin Luther King, appearing on the fourth night, Singer, Leon Bibb singing "Suzanne," and Senator Robert F. Kennedy appearing on the first night...). All other programming was erased by NBC shortly after the airing of these five programs on color 2" Quad Video Tape. Archival Television Audio, Inc. has archived audio recordings, taped off the air during the first two broadcasts (Feb. 5, and Feb. 6, 1968) totaling 80 minutes, 59 minutes of which are unique...erased by NBC. This first show of five consecutive broadcast nights. Joined in progress. Final few minutes are heard of Bill Cosby' "Noah" comedy routine. Bill joins Harry at the desk. Cosby talks about his upcoming TV Special. Belafone recounts story of Bill Cosby's early school days where he was labeled a "clown." His report card indicated that he would not amount to anything. Senator Robert F. Kennedy is introduced. Harry Belafonte discusses many topics with the Senator, including Negro issues...poverty, current legislation, other. Kennedy states that there will be 70,000 fewer jobs this Summer, his meeting with Black Nationalists and their discontent with current governmental politics. There is a huge gap between the poor and the affluent in the USA. Also discussed is the war in Viet Nam. No hate for President Lyndon Johnson and optimism that America will be successful with its commitment in the Viet Nam conflict. Belafonte relates his introduction in 1961 on a visit to the White House of his admiration of The Peace Core and current disillusionment by today's applicants. Bill Cosby adds his own comedic philosophy during this 21 minute segment. Senator Kennedy discussed the 1968 race for the Presidency not confirming he is a candidate. Lena Horne is introduced. She sings "I Concentrate on You." Lena and Harry talk about the same Manhattan building they both live in, he on 5th floor and she on the 13th floor. Both Harry and Bill state their admiration of Lena Horne's beauty as a grandmother, Cosby flirting with her and then apologizing comedically to his wife Camille who may be watching the show. Lena Horne states her commitment to her marriage and love of her grandchildren. Harry remembers incident meeting Lena and she befriending him in 1949 when he just got out of the Navy. Introduction of the Smothers' Brothers. They sing "The Same As My Old Man'" and do their usual comedic stand up routine around this song. Tom mentions he is 31 years old, Dick, 29 years old and Bill Cosby states he is 30 years old. Harry Belafonte and the Smothers' Brothers discuss their CBS TV Show and controversy surrounding the series. Tom mentions that they only usually do five minutes of observational political humor during an hour variety format, and what makes their show stand out is the fact that no other variety shows on television elect to cross this road. Belafonte asks what jokes CBS does not permit the Smothers' Brothers to perform on their show. Bill Cosby chimes in with his point of view. Both Tom and Dick state, in comedic fashion, that they are appreciative of CBS for allowing them to be on The Tonight Show with Harry to do "distasteful" material that they could not do on their own show. Harry Belafonte reads list of entertainers who will appear on tomorrow nights show. He thanks his guests for appearing and signs off. Ed McMahon mentions that this program has been pre-recorded. At the time, Carson’s pioneering late night variety show had become one of the country’s most influential platforms. So the move to have Belafonte take this mainstream institution and transform it into a multicultural and political experience, introducing white America to his world of art and activism, was unprecedented. Johnny Carson, host of NBC's network late-night "Tonight Show" reigned for 30 unprecedented years...five times the combined tenure of Steve Allen, and Jack Paar. Carson was impervious to competition, including efforts to dethrone him by Les Crane, Joey Bishop, Merv Griffin, Dick Cavett, Jack Paar, Pat Sajak, Joan Rivers, and Arsenio Hall. Sadly, very few complete "Tonight Show" broadcasts survive during Johnny Carson's first ten years of broadcasting. Around 1965, through the early 1970's, oldest tapes were first erased systematically by orders from myopic NBC executives, to be recycled for purposes of saving money. Ironically, in many cases, these older master tapes were too brittle, and portended probable drop-outs for re-use after being erased. Subsequently blank after being erased, these older questionable master 2" Quad tapes were either sparingly used or never used again for recording new programming and eventually were discarded. Saving thousands of dollars at the time (wiping master tapes for potential re-use) resulted in losing millions of dollars by NBC in today's marketplace, and more importantly wiping thousands of historic TONIGHT SHOW broadcasts, which contain precious personal anecdotes from political, show business, and sports icons of the past. Duplicate of #753A.
#3050: HOLLYWOOD PALACE, THE
Order1968-02-10, WABC, 52 min.
January 4, 1964-February 7, 1970. This hour-long variety series was a midseason replacement for "The Jerry Lewis Show."1968-02-18, WNBC, 54 min.
- Roddy McDowall
- Walter Slezak
- Douglas Fairbanks Jr.
- Noel Harrison
- Arte Johnson
- Steve Forrest
- Bruce Yarnell
- David Watson
- Victor Buono
- Lee Beery
- Harvey Jason
- Bill Egan
- Gil Stuart
The adventures of Robin Hood as he and his men romp through Sherwood Forest robbing the rich and helping the poor. Emmy - winner Alan Handley directed this musical about Robin Hood and his band of brigands. Songs by Sammy Cahn and James Van Heusen. This musical adventure film tells the story of the legendary outlaw hero Robin Hood. The story begins as Robin Hood rescues a man from execution, and troubadour Alan-a-Dale sings of Robin's benevolent attempts to stop the cruelty of Prince John, who has taken over in England in his older brother Richard's absence. CAST: Noel Harrison … Alan-a-Dale Roddy McDowall … Prince John Steve Forrest … The Sheriff of Nottingham Walter Slezak … Friar Tuck Bruce Yarnell … Little John Victor Buono … Sir Guy of Gisbourne Douglas Fairbanks Jr. … King Richard I David Watson … Robin Hood Lee Beery … Maid Marian Arte Johnson … Much Harvey Jason … Will Scarlett Bill Egan … Will Stutley Gil Stuart … The Herald Highlights: "Average," "I Dearly Do Love to Eat," "Every Time You Make the Ends Meet," "Ever So Gently," "Pritee Please," "Out in the Open Air," "Let Me Through , Kind Sir, Let me Through," "A Happy Happenstance," "The Star Beyond the Star," "Nottingham Fair," "The Legend of Robin Hood," and other arrangements. NOTE: A Rare version of this television musical broadcast not found in most archives or readily accessible. Phil Gries had to bake this tape, not played back in over 54 years and in critical condition. Gries had to slowly restore this NBC TV special slowly equalizing as best as possible in stages, saving most of the broadcast (54 minutes sans commercials).
#15603: ABC NEWS, THE
Order1968-03-14, ABC, min.
Comments from Frank Reynolds and Bill Lawrence on President Johnson, results from New Hampshire, Lawrence believes Johnson may not run, commentary on LBJ, and the New Hampshire primary.
1968-03-18, CBS, 25 min.
Report on the Gold Crisis, Dan Rather with a report on Robeert Kennedy's presidential candidacy, RFK's speech and his party platform. Bill Stout reports on Richard Nixon's candidacy
#AC1: LES CRANE SHOW, THE
Order1968-03-19, WNEW, 50 min.
A discussion on the subject of "Rich Jews." Panel, Rabbi Bill Kramer, Stephen M. Burmingham, and Jack Hirshman. A rare complete Les Crane Show broadcast archived on video in the collection of Archival Television Audio, Inc.
1968-03-19, CBS, 29 min.
Nelson Rockefeller still a presidential candidate, press conference, playtex commercial, Eric Sevareid reports on the presidential campaign, Dick Gregory to lead protest at the Democratic convention, commercial for Dristan, President Johnson has no plans to appoint a commission to evaluate Vietnam policy, new tomb in Egypt 2300 BC, Frank Kern reports, Gold Reserves now freed, no longer 25% requirement to back, Bill McGlocklin reports from Hamburg, Germany, "Fiddler On The Roof" now playing. Harry Reasoner subbing for Walter Cronkite.
#1950: DEAN MARTIN SHOW, THE
Order1968-03-21, WNBC, 52 min.
September 16, 1965-May 24, 1974. A variety hour hosted by Dean Martin. Several of the shows were celebrity "roasts," set at a banquet table, in which the guest of honor was showered with insults by other celebs. Regulars of the series included pianist Ken Lane (1965-1972), Kay Medford, Lou Jacobi, The Golddiggers, Marian Mercer (1971-1972), Tom Bosley (1971-1972), Rodney Dangerfield (1972-1973), Dom DeLuise (1972-1973), and Nipsey Russell (1972-1974).#7951: DEAN MARTIN SHOW, THE
Order1968-03-21, NBC, 52 min.
September 16, 1965-May 24, 1974. A variety hour hosted by Dean Martin. Several of the shows were celebrity "roasts," set at a banquet table, in which the guest of honor was showered with insults by other celebs. Regulars of the series included pianist Ken Lane (1965-1972), Kay Medford, Lou Jacobi, The Golddiggers, Marian Mercer (1971-1972), Tom Bosley (1971-1972), Rodney Dangerfield (1972-1973), Dom DeLuise (1972-1973), and Nipsey Russell (1972-1974). Dupe Of # 1950.
1968-03-22, WTVW, min.
The UCLA Bruins meet the Houston Cougars in the 1968 NCAA basketball tournament. The Bruins behind Kareem Abdul Jabbar's 38 points crush the Cougars 101-69. Lucius Allen had 35 points and Mike Warren 33. Bill Fleming and Frank Sims call the action from Memorial Sports Arena, in Los Angeles, California, before a crowd of 15,442. Includes commercials.
#3044: HOLLYWOOD PALACE, THE
Order1968-03-23, WABC, 52 min.
- Phil Harris
- Bill Dana
- Rose Marie
- Abbe Lane
- Rob Reiner
- Hendra and Ullett
- Larry Bishop
- Phil Crosby
- Jacques Ary
- Sid Miller
January 4, 1964-February 7, 1970. This hour-long variety series was a midseason replacement for "The Jerry Lewis Show."#7952: DEAN MARTIN SHOW, THE
Order1968-03-28, NBC, 52 min.
September 16, 1965-May 24, 1974. A variety hour hosted by Dean Martin. Several of the shows were celebrity "roasts," set at a banquet table, in which the guest of honor was showered with insults by other celebs. Regulars of the series included pianist Ken Lane (1965-1972), Kay Medford, Lou Jacobi, The Golddiggers, Marian Mercer (1971-1972), Tom Bosley (1971-1972), Rodney Dangerfield (1972-1973), Dom DeLuise (1972-1973), and Nipsey Russell (1972-1974). Dupe Of # 1963.
#1963: DEAN MARTIN SHOW, THE
Order1968-03-28, WNBC, 52 min.
September 16, 1965-May 24, 1974. A variety hour hosted by Dean Martin. Several of the shows were celebrity "roasts," set at a banquet table, in which the guest of honor was showered with insults by other celebs. Regulars of the series included pianist Ken Lane (1965-1972), Kay Medford, Lou Jacobi, The Golddiggers, Marian Mercer (1971-1972), Tom Bosley (1971-1972), Rodney Dangerfield (1972-1973), Dom DeLuise (1972-1973), and Nipsey Russell (1972-1974).1968-03-29, CBS, 19 min.
The funeral of Yuri Gagarin, Peter Burns in Fort Gordon, Georgia with a report on the sniper defense program, unrest predicted in the Summer. Dan Rather, Bill Plant, and Jeff Guralnick with Vietnam news. Joined in progress.
1968-04-01, CBS, 54 min.
- Walter Cronkite
- Lyndon Johnson
- Bill Moyers
- Richard Nixon
- Dan Rather
- George Herman
- John Hughes
- Theodore White
Special report on President Johnson's decision not to run for President and on the prospects for peace in Vietnam, George Herman and Dan Rather report, an extended interview with Richard Nixon, Comments from Bill Moyers, John Hughes, and Theodore White.