Historical Events
Film Premier
"I Dream of Jeannie", starring Barbara Eden as a 2,000-year-old genie, and Larry Hagman as an astronaut who becomes her master, premieres on NBC
Barbara Eden
Event of Interest
Mickey Mantle Day at Yankee Stadium: Mantle play his 2,000th game
Mickey Mantle
Television Debut
TV comedy "Get Smart" created by Mel Brooks and starring Don Adams premieres
Mel Brooks