In 1918, Wesley Rose, music executive and record producer, was born in Chicago, Illinois. He was known for his work with Hank Williams and his business associations with Acuff-Rose Publishing Company, founded by his father, Fred Rose, and Roy Acuff.
In 1956, "Why Baby Why" by Red Sovine and Webb Pierce was at the Number One spot on the charts. This version, with songwriting credit to George Jones, was atop the charts for four weeks.
In 1967, Loretta Lynn was atop the charts with "Don't Come Home A'Drinkin' (With Lovin' On Your Mind)".
In 1978, Larry Gatlin with Brothers and Friends was atop the charts with "I Just Wish You Were Someone I Love".
In 1984, Merle Haggard owned the top spot on the charts with "That's The Way Love Goes".
In 1989, Alabama was atop the charts with "Song Of The South".
