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Not well known for volcanic activity an earthquake registered this day in Scotland 1986, the aftershocks carried on well into the night from the laughter
1961 Chevrolet Corvair Lakewood Wagon
Ernie Kovacs was driving a Chevrolet Corvair station wagon at the time of his fatal crash in 1962, and based on multiple sources, the car was likely a 1961 model. The Corvair had only been on the market since 1960, and the 1961 station wagon variant—called the Lakewood—was introduced that year and discontinued shortly after, making it the most probable version he was driving.
While there isn’t a definitive tally of all accidents involving the Chevrolet Corvair, the car became infamous largely due to its early handling characteristics—particularly in the 1960–1963 models with swing-axle rear suspension. These models were prone to oversteer and potential rollover in extreme maneuvers, especially if tire pressures weren’t maintained precisely (15 psi front, 26 psi rear). However, hard numbers on total accidents specifically attributed to the Corvair are scarce.
What we do know is that Ralph Nader’s 1965 book Unsafe at Any Speed spotlighted the Corvair as emblematic of automotive design flaws. This led to a federal investigation. In 1972, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) released a report concluding that the 1960–1963 Corvair was no more dangerous than comparable vehicles of its time. The report found that its handling and rollover risk were within normal limits1.
So while the Corvair was involved in accidents—as any car is—there’s no verified database of incidents uniquely tied to its design. The controversy was more about perception and engineering critique than a statistically abnormal accident rate.
Ernie Kovacs, the trailblazing television comedian known for his surreal humor and innovative visual gags, died tragically in a car accident in the early hours of January 13, 1962, at the age of 42.
That night, Kovacs had attended a star-studded baby shower hosted by director Billy Wilder for Milton Berle and his wife. He and his wife, Edie Adams, arrived in separate cars—Kovacs in a white Rolls-Royce, Adams in their white Chevrolet Corvair station wagon. Around 1:00 a.m., Kovacs decided to leave the party to meet a friend for a nightcap at a Hollywood club. Because it was raining, he opted to drive the Corvair, telling Edie to take the Rolls home.
While driving south on Beverly Glen Boulevard in Los Angeles, Kovacs lost control of the Corvair at the intersection with Santa Monica Boulevard. The car skidded on the rain-slicked road and slammed broadside into a wooden utility pole, driver’s side first. The impact was so severe that the car bent into a boomerang shape. Kovacs was partially ejected from the vehicle and died almost instantly from massive chest and head injuries.
There were no eyewitnesses to the crash. A passing motorist discovered the wreckage and called for help. When paramedics arrived, they found Kovacs’ body jammed between the dashboard and passenger seat, with an unlit cigar still in his hand. Some speculated he may have been trying to light it when he lost control, though fatigue, alcohol, and the wet road were also likely factors2.
The accident drew attention not only because of Kovacs’ fame but also because it involved the Chevrolet Corvair—a car later criticized in Ralph Nader’s book Unsafe at Any Speed. However, Edie Adams rejected the idea that the car was to blame, attributing the crash to her husband’s exhaustion, drinking, and fast driving.
Kovacs’ death was a profound loss to the entertainment world. His influence on television comedy remains evident in the work of performers like David Letterman and Chevy Chase. His epitaph, fittingly, reads: “Nothing in Moderation.”
The Chevrolet Corvair was discontinued in 1969. That year marked the end of its production run, which had started in 1960. Interestingly, Chevrolet had originally planned to end the Corvair earlier, but extended its life partly to avoid the appearance that consumer advocate Ralph Nader’s criticisms in Unsafe at Any Speed had forced its demise.
The very last Corvair rolled off the assembly line on May 14, 1969, at the Willow Run plant in Michigan. What happened to that final car is still a bit of a mystery—some say it was scrapped, others believe it might still be hidden away somewhere.
Ernie Kovacs, the legendary television innovator, had a well-known penchant for gambling—particularly poker—which played a significant role in both his personal life and financial troubles.
His gambling habits were so pronounced that his wife, actress and singer Edie Adams, developed a cheeky coping mechanism: every time Ernie lost big at poker, she’d buy herself something extravagant, like a chinchilla coat or an antique harpsichord. When Ernie protested the expense, she’d quip, “Simple, just stop gambling”.
Unfortunately, his gambling wasn’t just a quirky habit—it left a serious financial mark. By the time of his untimely death in 1962, Kovacs had reportedly racked up $600,000 in gambling debts, which would be equivalent to several million dollars today. He also owed a substantial amount to the IRS, having neglected to pay taxes for much of his career2. These debts forced him to take on work he didn’t particularly enjoy, including hosting the panel show Take a Good Look, which he initially disliked but accepted for the paycheck.
After his death, Edie Adams worked tirelessly to pay off his debts, taking on a wide range of roles in film, television, and live performance to settle what he left behind.
my fav… female altheate was katland ckark… she nplaued basket ball… i was realy impressed… but my new gal… is a japenese fighter… mona teeth… she is ammazing
Here’s a throwback to the days when ‘toothless’ meant the exact opposite in hockey than it did in real life. The account of the fight is hilarious, as is the RCMP’s rejection of the headline.
The previous single-season home run record of 27 was held by Ned Williamson, set way back in 1884. He played for the Chicago White Stockings, and his record was aided by the quirky dimensions of Lake Park, their home field — the right field fence was just 196 feet from home plate!
Then came Babe Ruth in 1919, smashing 29 home runs and ushering in the live-ball era. And he didn’t stop there — he broke his own record multiple times, eventually hitting 60 in 1927.
However, in 1922 the Yankees moved into their new stadium, and it was designed especially for Ruth with the right field foul pole being only 296 feet away from the plate.
