New York Herald Tribune, by Walter Lippmann
For the wisdom, perception and high sense of responsibility with which he has commented for many years on national and international affairs.
Winners in Special Citations and Awards
Kenneth Roberts
For his historical novels which have long contributed to the creation of greater interest in our early American history.
1958 Prize Winners
Douglas Southall Freeman with John Alexander Carroll and Mary Wells Ashworth
Volume VII was finished by Carroll and Ashworth following Freeman's death in 1953. However, the $500 Prize was given to Freeman's estate.
Bruce M. Shanks
For "The Thinker," published on August 10, 1957, depicting the dilemma of union membership when confronted by racketeering leaders in some labor unions.
Harry S. Ashmore
For the forcefulness, dispassionate analysis and clarity of his editorials on the school integration conflict in Little Rock.