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MI HR0278

Resolution

Status

Passed

5/5/2010

Primary Sponsor

Andy Dillon

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Origin

House of Representatives

95th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Honors the memory of Ernie Harwell, who broadcast Detroit Tigers games for 42 seasons before retiring in 2002
  • Recognizes Harwell's career beginning in 1946 with the Atlanta Crackers, moving to the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1948, and joining the Tigers in 1960
  • Notes Harwell's 1989 induction into the National Sportscasters and Sportswriters Association Hall of Fame and his Marine service during World War II
  • Directs the House to transmit copies of this resolution to the Harwell family as a tribute to his lasting impact on Michigan

Legislative Description

A resolution of tribute offered as a memorial for Ernie Harwell, former radio and television broadcaster for the Detroit Tigers.

Ernie Harwell Memorial

Last Action

Adopted

5/5/2010

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