In 1908, singer/songwriter/actor Stuart Hamblen was born in Kellyville, Texas. Among the great hits that he wrote are included "It Is No Secret (What God Can Do)", which was inspired by a John Wayne comment on his spiritual conversion, and "This Ole House", both standards in the gospel field.
In 1913, Louis Marshall, known better as Grandpa Jones, was born in Niagara, Kentucky.
In 1925, Carolina Cotton, also known as the Yodeling Blonde Bombshell, was born in Cash, Arkansas. Not only was she an actress in many Westerns, but she performed with greats like Hank Penny, Eddy Arnold, Bob Wills, the Sons of the Pioneers, Roy Acuff, Spade Cooley and many others.
In 1937, Wanda Jackson was born in Maud, Oklahoma. She still performs on a regular basis as she is remembered as one of the pioneers of rock and roll, and also has done country with such greats as Buck Owens.
In 1979, "All The Gold In California" started a two week run at the top of the charts for Larry Gatlin and the Gatlin Brothers.
In 1983, Merle Travis died at his home from a heart attack. He was one of the finest singers, songwriters, and super guitarists of all times. He is credited with writing "Sixteen Tons" as well as many other popular hits.
In 1984, "I Don't Know A Thing About Love (The Moon Song)" went to the top of the charts for Conway Twitty.
