1930 Census of the Presley Family
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Elvis' grandfather, Jessie D. Presley, was 34 years old at the time the census was taken in East Tupelo, Lee County, Mississippi on April 2, 1930. He was living with his family at 29 Saltillo Road. He was head of the household and owned the house he lived in with the exception of a mortgage for $1,500. He was born in Mississippi, just like his father and mother were. He was married for the first time at the age of 16 years old. He worked as a farmer on a general farm. His wife, Mamie M. Presley, was 37 years old and was married at age 19 years. She was born in Mississippi as were both of her parents. Their two sons were named, Vester Lee Presley and Vernon E. Presley, the later one Elvis' father. Vester was 15 years old while Vernon was 14. They had 3 sisters living with them as well, Delter M., Gladys E., and Nashelill L. Presley. They were 10, 7, and 4 1/2 years old respectively. All were born in Mississippi, like their parents.
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