ABOVE: Fowler Connell (right) at his 99th birthday party in 2023 at American Legion Post 210.
THE FOLLOWING IS AN ILLINOIS STATEHOUSE RADIO RELEASE
The Illinois House of Representatives this week passed a resolution congratulating Fowler Connell on the occasion of his 100th birthday. The resolution, sponsored by State Representative Brandun Schweizer (R-Danville) commends the longtime sportswriter/broadcaster for his service to the State of Illinois and the nation, and wishes him continued health and happiness.
Attached is audio with Representative Schweizer on the resolution. Below is a link to HR671 with the full text of the resolution.
AUDIO: Fowler, he’s turning 100 years old. He’s done a lot of amazing things throughout his life. He witnessed the surrendering of the Japanese, toured the aftermath of the atom bomb dropped in Nagasaki. And I just think it’s very important with all the work that he did for the Danville area, that we recognize him for a lifelong achievement, of what he has accomplished and what he has seen, and what he has done not only for this country, but the Danville area.
State Rep Brandon Schweizer
