Wednesday, May 23, 2012

Writing a news lead


Rosenberg Sons
Who - Michael Rosenbergs, 10 and Robert Rosenbergs, 6
What - In 1973, their parents Julius and Ethel Rosenberg were executed at Sing Sing for delivering atomic-bomb secrets to the Soviet Uniton during the Cold War. The brothers became foster kids and after years past and they found out who their parents were and that their father was a spy. 
When - 1973
Why - How the saw it was whatever atomic bomb information their father passed to the Russians was, at best, superfluous; their mother was convicted on flimsy evidence to place leverage on her husband; and neither deserved the death penalty. ow -
Lead - They were the most famous orphans of the cold war, only 6 and 10 years old in 1953 when their parents were executed.
Superman Comic
Who - The Action Comic No. 1 comic book. 
What - The copy of the original "Action Comics No. 1" comic book, featuring Superman and friends has been hidden for years and is now finally being released to the public. 
When - On Friday, February 27, 2009 comic book collectors and Superman fans will be able to get their hands on the copy of the comic. 
WhyThe comic book marked the first appearances of Lois Lane, Giovanni "John" Zatara and, of course, Superman. Of the 100 existing copies, 80 percent have been restored, but people want an untouched copy. It is said to be in 'fine condition' with a 6/10 on the 10 point rating scale.  They also look at it as the "Holy Grail of comic books" 
How - It has been around since 1938 and has been kept in good condition. With the crazy comic book collectors, this comic book is a must have for the collectors and superman fans. With it's long history and title, the value has shot up to about $400,000.
Lead - "After being hidden away for years, a copy of the original "Action Comics No. 1" comic book, featuring Superman and friends, will make a comeback" 

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