World's Finest Comics #18
In "The Junior Reporters!", young newsboy Tommy Blake dreams of winning the Daily Planet’s "Reporter For a Day" contest—until his brother’s involvement in counterfeiting ration books throws everything into chaos. Written by Jerry Siegel and illustrated by Joe Shuster, this 1945 tale follows Tommy’s journey as Superman guides him through the truth behind his own story. The cover by Jack Burnley and Charles Paris captures the youthful urgency of the moment.
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Young newsboy Tommy Blake wants to enter the Planet's contest, "Reporter For a Day", but soon learns that his brother is involved in distributing counterfeit ration books. Superman has to step in and help Tommy write the story of his life, which earns him a spot as reporter on the Daily Planet!
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