Here's Wink Martindale interviewing Elvis in 1956
http://www.nme.com/video/id/Jr53Vy0XjT8/search
“Deck of Cards” - T. Texas Tyler (1948)
Tyler was a frequent performer on the Grand Ole Opry and Louisiana Hayride, and had one of the best-selling records of 1948 with his self-penned recitation “Deck of Cards”. The story of a soldier boy who has no Bible is narrated by Tyler. Facing punishment from his commanders the soldier explains in detail how the deck of cards represents his Bible, almanac and prayer book.