1957 Newspapers

What happened in 1957 that made it into the nation’s most trusted newspaper headlines? Our collection of authentic newspapers is the largest in the world, and features copies of The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and many more.

The 1950s was a strange decade in history, sitting quietly in between the destructive 1940s and the liberated 1960s. It was a decade governed by conservatism in both society and politics. After joining the workforce during the war years, women’s place had returned to the house, in what was seemingly a step backwards from the efforts of women who had through for their rights in the first half of the 20th century. Even clothes were conservative, with men in suits and women adopting the canonical style of 50’s dresses and skirts. Although the 1950s is considered an unremarkable and dull decade in history, there were plenty of fascinating events taking place which would shock and surprise the nation.

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1957 Newspapers

1957 Newspaper Headlines

Our 1957 newspaper articles tell tales of natural disasters, musical innovations, celebrity gossip, and political dramas. Some key 1957 events include the reopening of the Suez canal and “Sputnik 1”, the first artificial satellite to orbit Earth, launching. 1957 newspapers are a wonderful way to celebrate this interesting year in history. Understand how those who were present at the time reacted to the events, and how the events shaped the world.

January 20, 1957
Dwight D. Eisenhower is inaugurated for a second term as President of the United States.

January 22, 1957 
The New York City “Mad Bomber”, George Metesky, is arrested in Waterbury, Connecticut, and charged with planting more than 30 bombs.

February 17, 1957 
The Warrenton Nursing Home fire kills 72 people in Missouri.

March 22, 1957 
The 5.7 Mw  San Francisco earthquake shook the Bay Area in California with a maximum Mercalli intensity of VII (Very strong), causing $1 million in losses, one death and forty injuries.

March 26, 1957
22-year-old Elvis Presley buys Graceland on Bellevue Boulevard for $100,000. He and his family soon relocate to the property.

March 27, 1957 
The 29th Academy Awards ceremony is held, with Around The World In Eighty Days winning the award for Best Picture.

May 3, 1957 
Walter O’Malley, the owner of the Brooklyn Dodgers, agrees to move the team from Brooklyn to Los Angeles.

July 6, 1957
John Lennon and Paul McCartney meet for the very first time, at Woolton Fete, three years before forming the Beatles.

July 16, 1957 
United States Marine Major John Glenn flies an F8U supersonic jet from California to New York in 3 hours, 23 minutes and 8 seconds, setting a new transcontinental speed record.

August 21, 1957 
President Dwight D. Eisenhower announces a two-year suspension of nuclear testing.

September 4, 1957 
Governor Orville Faubus of Arkansas calls out the National Guard of the United States to prevent the “Little Rock Nine”, nine African American students, from enrolling in Little Rock Central High School.

September 5, 1957 
Jack Kerouac’s On The Road is published by Viking Press.

September 9, 1957 
Civil Rights Act of 1957 is enacted, setting up the United States Commission on Civil Rights.

September 26, 1957 
West Side Story, a new musical, opens at the Winter Garden Theater on Broadway.

October 4, 1957
The Soviet Union launches ‘Sputnik 1‘, the first artificial satellite to orbit the earth.

November 25, 1957 
President Dwight D. Eisenhower suffers a stroke.

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Alexandra Dean November 27 2023

Very great customer service

Gayle DiGangi Jacobs November 19 2023

One of the most original gift ideas given to a birthday boy celebrating his 80th birthday.

Jeff G November 17 2023

Crumbling and expensive. Paid $70 plus for a paper taped back together. Horrible customer serve. At no point do they advertise these papers maybe taped together. Probably because if they did you would not buy it. Deceitful.

  • Historic Newspapers Team November 18 2023

    Thank you for your review.

    We do apologize that you are not happy with the newspaper received.

    We can see that you did contact our Customer Service Team in regards to the item received. It was explained that as you have ordered a 1945 newspaper and therefore 78 years old, unfortunately it will not be received as if you had brought a newspaper today.

    Most of our archived papers are stored in large binders or are already folded, especially the larger broadsheets. As they are genuine originals from that time, they can be fragile therefore we use a special archive tape to reinforce the spine or areas which may deteriorate from excessive use. Some stock we have acquired is stitched into the binders from previous use in places like libraries, universities, private sales etc. Where this is the case, we would have to carefully cut the papers out so we use the tape which is clear and designed so that you can read the paper freely.

    Please accept our apologies for any inconvenienced caused.

    Kindest Regards
    The Historic Newspapers Team

Volha Chuvakin November 11 2023

Bought it for my husband birthday and can't wait to give it. It is beautifully packaged and paper is in amazing condition.

Kirsten Becker October 20 2023

The perfect thoughtful gift!

Evelyn Hart October 18 2023

Product was amazing!! Absolutely treasured experience. Each page was an adventure back in time.

Paula G September 19 2023

Very unique, interesting to see what happens 70 years ago.

Deeanna Franklin Campbell September 19 2023

It was an 80th birthday gift for my dad. He loved it. Wonderful trip down memory lane. The paper is very fragile and turning the dry pages takes great care, but that just helped with the authenticity and magic of the look into the past. Thanks!

Benjamin W August 17 2023

This is a great product and is the perfect gift for a loved one

Kenneth Robinson August 11 2023

For a newspaper that’s 80+ years old and almost perfect, can’t go wrong.