Today, on 19 August in Elvis History

Elvis recorded several takes of Blue Moon at the Sun studio, which would remain unreleased.

During a demonstration of karate in his suite after the show, Elvis accidentally broke the ankle of on of his guests, Beverly Albrecq.

Elvis performed at the Showroom, Las Vegas Hilton, Las Vegas. This opening night had a entire new program and the packed Showroom gave him several standing ovations.

Elvis continued the routine that he began in North Carolina with a request box, with Charlie Hodge taking the request in a bucket and then doing his best to fulfill them. At one point during the dinner show Elvis laid down onstage while singing.