[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 164 (Monday, October 31, 2011)]
[Senate]
[Page S6915]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         TRIBUTE TO NEIL BOWES

 Mr. THUNE. Mr. President, today I recognize Neil Bowes for 50 
outstanding years at WNAX Radio. When Mr. Bowes first arrived at WNAX 
Radio, he was a new graduate of the University of South Dakota. He 
began his career on the business side of WNAX operations in 1961 and 
remained there for seven years before he decided to venture into sales 
in 1968. Ever since this transition, businesses that advertise on WNAX 
have had the privilege of dealing with Neil. For many of those clients, 
besides being a trusted businessman, he is also a friend.
  Neil's duties have allowed him to broadcast live from numerous State 
fairs, Dakota Fests, parades, grand openings, and other events over the 
years. Through his work, he has been able to see many parts of our 
great State in an effort to, as he puts it, ``give businesses the 
opportunity to share their good news with listeners of WNAX.'' Neil 
also enjoys exploring the never-ending, ``out-of-the-way spots'' in 
South Dakota when he takes the long way home.
  Mr. Bowes lives with his wife Mary Ellen near the Missouri River just 
west of Yankton. They have raised four kids who have in turn blessed 
them with seven grandchildren. His family, at home and at WNAX, is 
grateful for his long commitment to radio and dedication to his 
work.

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