The 31st Annual Miss America Pageant is telecast live from the Atlantic City Boardwalk Hotel.
Miss Colorado, Marilyn Van Derbur
wins the Miss America crown for 1958.
In the talent contest,
Bert Parks introduces Miss Georgia who sings "You Deserve a Girl That's Namely You."
Miss North Carolina sings "When Yo Say Cheese."
Miss Colorado plays the organ, and Miss California plays the accordian.
Five judges pick the finalists.
Miss California is interviewed by Bert Parks who asks the question "Do you believe in love at first sight?"
Miss Colorado is asked "Is it proper for a lady to propose to a man?"
As winner, Miss Colorado, Marilyn Van Derbur, walks the runway, Bert Parks sings, "Miss America." as the broadcast concludes.
Bert Parks, Douglas Edwards, and Bess Myerson are the hosts.
