Question

What made the New York Herald unique when it first hit newsstands in New York City?

a. It was the first to reach readers across the country and even, occasionally, into Canada and overseas.
b. It was the first to publish news promptly and give daily coverage to business, sports, and women's news.
c. It was the first to charge an affordable rate so that those not considered "elite" could also read the news.
d. It was the first to publish once per week, giving accurate synopses of the prior week's top news stories.

Answer 1

b. It was the first to publish news promptly and give daily coverage to business, sports, and women's news.

Step-by-step explanation:

The New York Herald by James Gordon Bernette was first to cover a great deal of other areas that were previously considered not newsworthy such as finance, sports,theatre,societal affairs, arts and culture, and foreign events. He was also known for prompt delivery,making use of carrier pigeons and the telegraph to facilitate this easily.