December 17 – Events – Today in Elvis Presley History

1954

Elvis performes at Hawkins high gymnasium, Hawkins TX.
Ticketprice was $1 and the story says Elvis wore Pink Jacket and pink trousers.

1955

Elvis performed at Municipal Auditorium in Schreveport “Louisiana Hayride” Louisiana. ( 8:00 PM )

1963

Elvis presents the mayor of Memphis with a check for $55,000 to be split among 58 local charities.
On this date, RCA also extends Presley’s recording contract to the end of 1971.

1965

Elvis made his annual donation of $50,000 to a variety of Memphis charities.

1970

Elvis flew to Memphis where he would stay most of the time until January 9, 1971.

1975

Elvis flew back home to Memphis in the Lisa Marie.

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