In 1881, Marie Laveau of New Orleans and who became the subject matter of Bobby Bare's only Number One hit, passed away.
In 1939, The Rouse Brothers recorded the first version of "The Orange Blossom Special.
In
1951, Hank and Audrey Williams, held the Grand Opening of their "Hank
& Audrey's Corral," western store, at 724 Commerce Street, in
downtown Nashville. The opening celebration was broadcast by WSM.
In 1973, Tammy Wynette clinched the top spot on the charts with "Kids Say The Darndest Things". It was the fourteenth of her twenty Number One hits.
In 1980, Bob Nolan of the Sons of the Pioneers passed away at age 80. Being a founding member of the group, he is credited with writing their two signature hits, "Cool Water" and "Tumbling Tumbleweeds".
In 1984, "I Got Mexico" went to Number One on the charts, becoming Eddie Raven's first chart-topper.
In 1998, Jack McFadden, music executive, passed away. He was influential in the careers of Merle Haggard, Buck Owens, Keith Whitley, and Lorrie Morgan. He was also the talent coordinator for Hee Haw.
