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Presley's father, Vernon is assisted from the crypt by Joe Esposito
Presley's father, Vernon is assisted from the crypt by Joe Esposito

Presley's father, Vernon is assisted from the crypt by Joe Esposito

Date8/18/1977
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Original Toronto Star caption: Presley's father, Vernon is assisted from the crypt by Joe Esposito.
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ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives
CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive
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Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)
Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0074592F
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