September 17, On This day in Elvis history

September 17, 1954

According to Carl Perkins Elvis played in Bethel Springs, not far from Jackson. This took place at 

the high school gym and all the girls went wild. After the show Carl and Elvis had a talk about the 

possibility of Carl singing with the Sun studios as well. Elvis didn't know whether Sam would need 

an other singer, but however Perkins did visit Sun the next month.

September 17, 1955

Elvis performed at the High School Auditorium, Thomasville, North Carolina.

September 17, 1957

Elvis visited Dewey Philips at WHBQ.

September 17,1960

Elvis's single "A Mess Of Blues" hit #2 in the U.K.

September 17, 1962

The filming resumed at MGM Studios in Hollywood. "It Happened At The World Fair" And Elvis had a 

long interview with Lloyd Shearer on the set.
Elvis spoke of all the friends surrounding him. He was stating: " it is important to surround yourself with 

people who can give you a little happiness". He also spoke about his interest in studying philosophy 

and mentioned that he would liked to become a doctor and often read medical texts. He said that he 

was hesitant to make any major changes in his career ( " If I can entertain people with things I'm doing,

 well, I'd be a fool to tamper with it " ), but at the same time expressed an interest in exploring new directions.

September 17, 1974

For 10 days Elvis bought a lot for friends, family, staff and strangers. Mostly cars, but also a complete 

trailer for his cousin Billy Smith, to get him to live in comfort on the grounds of Graceland.