What happened in November 1957?
The top front-page story of each day in November 1957, as it was reported at the time. Click a date to see that day’s full front page and the matching birthday books.
- Nov 1✈️ Turbo-Prop Airliner – Canada develops the largest turbo-prop airliner, set to carry 154 passengers and 35 tons of cargo, with deliveries starting in 1960.
- Nov 2🔬 Cancer-Smoke Link Accepted – A society group commits to the theory linking cigarettes to cancer, marking a significant shift in public health awareness.
- Nov 3🌍 Soviet Satellite Launched – The Soviet Union successfully launched Sputnik 2, carrying a dog named Laika, marking a significant milestone in space exploration.
- Nov 4🚀 Earth Satellite Launch – The first artificial Earth satellite is launched, marking a significant milestone in space exploration and the space race.
- Nov 5🚀 Soviet Dog in Space – Soviet scientists announce successful data collection from Laika, the dog sent into orbit aboard Sputnik 2.
- Nov 6🚀 Khrushchev Proposes Race – Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev suggests a satellite race with the U.S. as a preferable alternative to arms competition.
- Nov 7🌌 N.B.C. Cameras Focused – N.B.C. TV cameras aimed at the moon to capture an expected eclipse, marking a significant event in broadcasting and astronomy.
- Nov 8🔬 Soviet Atom Arms Parade – Soviet Union showcases new atomic weapons in a grand parade during the Bolshevik Revolution celebration.
- Nov 9🌪️ Tornadoes Cause Devastation – Tornadoes strike four southern states, resulting in 12 fatalities and over 100 injuries, with damages reaching millions.
- Nov 10🛰️ Russian Satellite Issues – Russians report shrinking orbits of satellites, citing a 'braking influence' affecting altitude. No updates on the dog in space.
- Nov 11🚀 Soviet Satellite Silence – The Soviet Union reports that the radio of its second satellite has stopped transmitting, and the dog aboard is presumed dead.
- Nov 12🚀 Satellite Concerns Rise – Stevenson warns that the Soviet satellite poses a choice between extinction and human brotherhood, calling for decisive action.
- Nov 13🚀 Space Dog Dies – Muscovites learn of the death of Laika, the first dog in space, during a planetarium announcement, evoking a somber reaction from the audience.
- Nov 14🚀 Space Device Recovery – Experts detail the recovery of a space device that successfully sent signals after parachuting into the ocean.
- Nov 15⚛️ Atom Power Unit Dedicated – The first U.S. civilian reactor for commercial electricity is dedicated near Los Angeles, marking a significant milestone in nuclear energy.
- Nov 16🚀 Soviet Satellite Goal – Soviet officials aim for satellite return, admitting challenges remain. A dog sent into space died painlessly, fueling public interest.
- Nov 17🌌 Satellite Pieces May Fall – Soviet scientist suggests that parts of a satellite could return to Earth, raising concerns about space debris.
- Nov 18🏗️ U.N. Housing Plan – U.N. housing project in Westchester finally receives mortgage approval after five years of delays.
- Nov 19🌍 Britain, France Electric Link – Britain and France agree to connect their power systems, aiming for economic efficiencies and energy savings.
- Nov 20🛰 Satellites Test Earth – U.S. studies shifts in orbits to validate Soviet equator theory through satellite data analysis.
- Nov 21🧠 Blind Woman 'Sees' – A woman blind for 18 years gains sight through a groundbreaking brain implant using photocell technology.
- Nov 22🔬 New Cancer Hope – A Russian scientist suggests that mutants may help test drugs for cancer at a recent conference.
- Nov 23🚀 Rocket Falling Rapidly – British astronomer reports that the first satellite's carrier rocket is nearing the atmosphere, raising concerns about its descent.
- Nov 24🚢 India Rushing Port Operations – India is taking emergency steps to handle cargo congestion at all ports, with an investment of $152 million.
- Nov 25🌍 Russia Wins Soccer Play-Off – Russia defeats Poland 2-0 in front of 110,000 fans in Leipzig, advancing to the World Cup final series.
- Nov 26🔬 Heat-to-Electric Device – General Electric scientists develop a method to convert heat into electricity without moving parts, with potential nuclear applications.
- Nov 27🔬 Major Atom Gain Confirmed – Britain announces significant progress in controlled fusion experiments, marking a milestone in atomic research.
- Nov 28🧊 Icebreaker Sails Antarctic – The icebreaker Westwind departs on a 5-month journey to Antarctica with 221 crew members aboard.
- Nov 29🕍 Memphis Synagogue Opens – Memphis dedicates its largest Orthodox synagogue with a three-day ceremony, marking a significant event for the local Jewish community.
- Nov 30🎭 Verdi Opera Returns – 'La Forza del Destino' performed at the Met after a year, featuring tenor Labo's debut.
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