School fundraisers: There must be a better way Nov 21, 2009
John Burton wrote on Nov 12, 2009 10:46 AM:" Teachers are paid for the 9-10 months work they do. If you want them to be paid for 12 months, then have them teach for 12 months.Do you honestly expect a teacher to find a job outside his profession for 2-3 months every year...and expect to have it waiting for him/her at the same time each and every year thereafter?Not reasonable. ". runningbare wrote on Nov 12, 2009 10:28 AM:" KnuckleHead, I see your point on the sporting events. But, as many people... (Montana Standard, MT)
Letter: America's holidays should stay put Nov 12, 2009
John Burton wrote on Nov 11, 2009 11:59 AM:" Great stuff! ". TOP JOBS. (Montana Standard, MT)
NISH CHEERLEADING: ACTIONS SPEAK LOUDER THAN WORDS Nov 5, 2009
John Burton wrote on Nov 4, 2009 9:29 AM:" My point is, if you become a cheerleader, an athletic girl who's dedicated and has more versatility and potential to advance in the sport can get beat out by a non-athletic girl with a mother that befriends the sponsor and politics like Huey Long. The sponsors are just inserted. They ususally don't have stellar credentials in the field. They're just people put there to be manipulated. Therefore, the overbearing mothers prevail. " ... To John Burton... (New Iberia, LA)
My View: We can't afford to leave health care as is Sep 30, 2009
By John Burton Special to The Bee Published: Tuesday, Sep ... John Burton is the chairman of the California Democratic Party. (Sacramento Bee -- Opinion)
Too much precious time has been lost with Ioka deal Sep 22, 2009
In 2003, business partners John Burton, Scott Braker and Don Wagoner signed a contract to purchase the Ioka and turn it into the Seacoast Brewery and Restaurant, a movie theater, jazz venue and microbrewery. Unfortunately, much like Murai's current predicament, the trio was not able to complete the financing to close the deal. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Eat, drink, be merry Sep 17, 2009
Director John Burton is the idealistic Alexis, who despises inequality and decides that the best way to cut across social barriers is to serve a potion at the reception that will cause love at first sight, no matter how unlikely a match might be produced. With a leading role in several songs, he has ample opportunity to demonstrate his powerful voice. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Another View: Water fall Sep 12, 2009
"Before considering any state water deal, lawmakers and the governor must ensure that farmworkers have access to clean, cool drinking water and shade," state Democratic Party Chairman John Burton wrote in a note suggesting UFW supporters lobby the governor. " ... (T)he only recourse for farmworkers to protect themselves would be through the collective bargaining process as provided for in SB 789.". (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Casting a spell Sep 3, 2009
"Canterbury Feast: The Sorcerer, or Love Potion #13" is directed by John Burton, with Barry McAndrew, Angela Barsotti, David Soule, Amanda Stevenson ... It's time to put those bare hands to good use at the Station Dinner Theatre's 29th annual "Canterbury Feast." John Burton directs this year's edition, which is entitled "The Sorcerer, or Love Potion #13.". (Erie Times-News, PA)
Letter: Senators should hold meetings on health care Aug 29, 2009
John Burton wrote on Aug 28, 2009 4:35 PM:" When was it 4 years ago that healthcare reform was a concern brought up by either party, Ed? If you remember, Bush did indeed bring up the fact that both Medicare and Social Security need reform/fixing. When he tried to explain his idea to fix Social Security, the Socialistacrats went crazy and effectively stopped any hope of fixing the problem of impending insolvency.Social Security recipients are not going to be getting what they were promised. Bush... (Montana Standard, MT)
Whoopin' 'n' hollerin' Aug 13, 2009
" It's a lot of hard work for the actors, and it pays off with a lot of whoopin' and hollerin' from the audience. The favorite object of derision is Barry McAndrew's Marshal Drake. He soon appoints himself as mayor of the little town of Amore, intent on increasingly taxing its inhabitants until they move away. Then he can claim for his own the vein of gold that, unbeknown to anyone else, runs beneath the town. Even when he forgets a lyric or two from his solo of "A Boy Named Sue," McAndrew's... (Erie Times-News, PA)
Go ahead and boo Aug 6, 2009
" The Station has rounded up a good cast for this Western tomfoolery. Barry McAndrew plays the blustery, power-mad Drake, and Dave Edmunds tackles the double role of El Toro and Don Diego De Las Vegas. Naturally, El Toro has a sidekick. What self-respecting superhero doesn't? Just as Lone Ranger had Tonto, El Toro has a Poncho cursed by a gypsy. Now mute, he must act out what he has to say. John Burton will direct the show and play the accursed Poncho, who is followed by bad luck wherever he... (Erie Times-News, PA)
Something wonderful Jul 23, 2009
"Some Enchanted Evening" is directed and staged by John Burton, with Burton, Lisa Slezak, David Durst, Rae Jean Urbanowicz, Paul Urbanowicz, Katie States, accompanied by Tim Wickham and Carrie Smith ... John Burton's staging wittily complements the tunes, while Carrie Smith on keyboard and Tim Wickham on piano add capable instrumental support and necessary segues ... Paul Urbanowicz can muster up big sounds with his baritone, while John Burton, who also directed, employs his magnificent tenor... (Erie Times-News, PA)
Another view: Deep-pockets mirage Jul 18, 2009
John Burton wrote on Jul 17, 2009 6:58 PM:" This guy knows enough "jack" to know that you don't spend borrowed money to get yourself out of a deficit.CJR, CJR, CJR...I see you're still the same guy I nicknamed to aptly.When you find a way to tax and spend our way into prosperity, you'll win the Nobel in Economics. Till then, CJR, you're still a paperclip counting bureaucrat trapped in your meaninless little job doing whatever it is you do. It's funny how the Republicans are always looking for... (Montana Standard, MT)
Guest opinion: A modern range war is raging in the West Jul 18, 2009
John Burton wrote on Jul 17, 2009 7:42 PM:" Come on, Gypsy, if you believe that the Dan Rathers, Catie Courics, Tom Brokaws, and Wolf Blitzers of the big three (four, if one counts CNN) aren't leaning toward the left, then you aren't being objective.Cronkite himself was a liberal, and he wasn't shy about putting his twist on the stories he related.I remember well listening to him when I was young.We as a people are much better informed now than we were 20, 30, and 40 years ago. ". John Burton... (Montana Standard, MT)
Micael Jackson Jul 9, 2009
John Burton wrote on Jul 8, 2009 1:35 AM:" I feel that Michael Jackson was a musical genius and his talent as a child we will not see in many lifetimes. But, he had another side and it wasn't something that apealed to all walks of life. Yes, he was freakish towards the end. Elvis had an apeal away from the stage that mesmorized people. Michael didn't have that. But, as far as musical genius goes? Michael Jackson used his talent to span his whole lifetime and he captured two genres. Elvis still... (New Iberia, LA)
Hurricane Chris performs for the state Jul 7, 2009
Master Sparks wrote on Jul 4, 2009 9:10 AM:" To John Burton: You obviously are missing the point, and have not had a chance to know the lyrics of this disgusting excuse of a song. The only possible outcome of this exposer is that this is a troubled young man. He wants to commit adultry( Halie is married and to him she and all women are just a piece of meat) and he cusses up a storm ( his prominent education) Yea, he's something to be proud of, alright. But I guess he fits right in with the best... (New Iberia, LA)
Summer school of sorts Jun 16, 2009
John Burton, a P.E. teacher at Cavazos Elementary and a VBS volunteer, said the "Take it in. Live it out." curriculum teaches children how they can relate to a Bible character and reinforces each lesson with crafts, snacks and activities that relate back to the lesson. By having a positive experience at church, he said, children will be motivated to continue learning about God. (Odessa American, TX)
Armando Peraza to play at Yoshi's May 27, 2009
John Burton worked as a bartender and Hollywood stars such as Rita Hayworth and Marlon Brando visited. This fiercely intelligent man, passionate and informed, served as a mentor to a new generation of Latin percussionists raised in this country. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Let's go to 'The Hop' May 7, 2009
"Dick Clarkson's Jukebox Hop" is directed by John Burton, with Ken Dias, Katie Pecora States, Chad Santos, Rachel Rudd, Evan O'Polka, and Carrie Smith ... Directed by John Burton and written by David W. Mitchell, this year's episode takes "Jukebox Hop" where it's never been before -- the 1960s ... "I'm having a blast with this show," said John Burton, who directs the show for the first time this year. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Hopes are high for young Wilson's trainees May 2, 2009
He is training at a property owned by one of his clients - John Burton - who is also a breeder. Wilson said there was a 1200 metre all-weather track with "an incline in it"; there are also 20 stables, a walking machine, 22 day yards and "a big horse pool". (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
'Danny' is dandy Apr 9, 2009
"Danny and the Cats" is written by Rhonda Berlin, directed by John Burton, with Ryan Dawley, David Durst, Robert Copfer. Dessert-only shows at Station Dinner Theatre, 4940 Peach St., are playing April 10, 17 at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $18, $15 for seniors and students, $10 for children. (Erie Times-News, PA)
South Korea intervenes to prop up Won Mar 4, 2009
By Song Jung-a in Seoul and John Burton in Singapore. Published: March 3 2009 16:19 | Last updated: March 3 2009 16:19. (FT.com -- Markets)
Concrete Empire Crumbles Feb 7, 2009
He also gave $12,000 to groups tied to John Burton, the San Francisco Democrat who was president pro tem of the state Senate. "He was friends with John Burton, Willie Brown, Cruz Bustamante, all the traditional folks," Supervisor Ma said. (San Francisco Chronicle)
