· THAT DAY · SEPTEMBER 1, 1958 · NO. 67 ·
September 1, 1958
Monday · 67 years ago today
“Some days are just meant to be remembered.”
News Headlines
The New York Times
All The News That's Fit to Print
The alliance announced new restrictions on aid to refugees streaming across the borders. Officials cautioned that humanitarian assistance.
Microsoft trial enters second week as prosecutors detail evidence of monopolistic practices.
Local officials report broad consensus on appropriations measure; committee meets later this week to reconcile differences.
Technology shares led the broader market higher as investors poured cash into Internet stocks. Analysts predict continued growth.
Wall Street closes at record highs for seventh consecutive trading session.
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The New York Times — SEPTEMBER 1, 1958
The Beslan school siege begins when armed terrorists take schoolchildren and school staff hostage in North Ossetia, Russia; by the end of the siege, three days later, more than 385 people are dead (including hostages, other civilians, security personnel and terrorists).2004
Weather in New York
78°F
Rainy
- High
- 78°F
- Low
- 66°F
- Humidity
- 67%
- Wind
- 19 km/h
Music
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Domenico Modugno
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Movies
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Vertigo
Academy Award (1958)
Ben-Hur
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The Fly
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Houseboat
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South Pacific
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