May 4 in Elvis History

It's May 4th, and on this day in 1973, Elvis began a 17-day engagement at the High Sierra Theater, Sahara Tahoe, in Stateline, Nevada. Linda Thompson accompanied him on this trip. The show was sold out, and while fans were eager to see the King of Rock and Roll, there were reports of near riots as some fans, despite having made reservations, were not allowed into the venue. *Variety* magazine noted Elvis’s appearance, describing him as "some thirty pounds overweight, puffy, white-faced, and blinking against the light." Despite the enthusiastic crowds, the review claimed his voice was weak and his delivery flabby, marking a significant contrast to his earlier, more energetic performances.