80% in France... Sep 11, 2008
This is why General Patton said that he would rather have the German army in front him than the French army behind him. Posted by: Mike. (The Drudge Report)
Back to the good old ways Sep 7, 2008
The ghosts of George Washington, George S. Patton, and John F. Kennedy appear to try to make him change his mind. Kelsey Grammer plays Patton. (Boston Globe)
A pledge of bipartisanship Sep 5, 2008
McCain - entering the stage in front a large screen with a huge, waving American flag that recalled a famous scene from the movie "Patton," with George C. Scott playing the World War II general - won a less giddy but equally approving response as he addressed the crowd. Some of the loudest applause erupted when McCain mentioned his unstinting support for the Iraq war as well as his own military experience. (Boston Globe)
This story of sugar isn't sweet Aug 29, 2008
In June, the Washington law firm Patton Boggs sent a letter to the San Francisco chapter of Slow Food USA, which was planning a screening in July, declaring the film to be "false and defamatory," saying the Vicinis had filed suit against Haney and Uncommon Productions, and citing repeated requests to cease and desist showing it. That screening was thereupon canceled. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Between the Hedges! Aug 28, 2008
A fan's perspective on the Dawgs. Commenting is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. M-F. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
LETTERS: NCT, Aug. 25, 2008 Aug 26, 2008
" Yes We Can Party wrote on Aug 25, 2008 6:25 PM:"Yes We Can" Party Watch Obama's speech with us on Thursday! Where: Hensley's Flying Elephant Pub & Grill (in Carlsbad) When: Thurs., Aug. 28 at 5:00 PMP.S. Can't make this event? Here are a few other events near you:Encinitas at 6:00 PMRSVPCardiff on Via Tiempo, Cardiff by the Sea at 5:30 PMRSVP3110 Summit Dr. Escondido, Ca, Escondido at 5:30 PMRSVPNorth County Democratic Unity Office, Escondido at 5:30 PMRSVPRancho Penasquitos and... (North County Times)
Starz Entertainment's Weekly Hot Items List September 1-7 Aug 21, 2008
Beginning at 8:15 a.m. on Starz -- 8:15 a.m. The Game Plan (Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Kyra Sedgwick, Roselyn Sanchez) -- 10:15 a.m. Gridiron Gang (Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Xzibit, L. Scott Caldwell) -- 12:30 p.m. Jerry Maguire (Tom Cruise, Cuba Gooding Jr., Renee Zellweger) -- 3 p.m. Invincible (Mark Wahlberg, Greg Kinnear, Elizabeth Banks) -- 4:45 p.m. Remember The Titans (Denzel Washington, Kip Pardue, Will Patton) -- 6:45 p.m. Gridiron Gang (Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Xzibit, L. Scott... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Bateman: George W. Bush on the invasion of Georgia Aug 14, 2008
Rabbit Bites: Coffee with Patton Oswalt. talk nuts, carrots and YouTube with the. (Salon)
Rabbit Bites: Coffee with Patton Oswalt Aug 13, 2008
talk nuts, carrots and YouTube with the. 6:03 AM EDT, Aug. 13, 2008. (Salon)
On campaign trail, stage presence takes center stage Aug 10, 2008
"We refer to it as 'the Patton look,' " said Grossman, referring to the iconic shot of George C. Scott in the movie about the World War II general. "To us, it's not very creative. That's presenting him as the war hero and senator that he is, and that's the message they want to send.". (Boston Globe)
Buzz Briefs: Usher, Beyonce Aug 8, 2008
The 29-year-old superstar announced Thursday that he has ended his partnership with celebrity manager Benny Medina, whose clients include Mariah Carey, and has rehired his mother, Jonnetta Patton. Patton had managed her son's career since he was a teen star ... While there were reports of friction between Patton and her son, Usher had said the relationship was great and had improved since their professional union ended. (CBS News)
Tim Burton, Morgan Freeman, Usher Aug 8, 2008
In a statement released by his label, LaFace/Zomba, Usher said that he had "dissolved his management arrangement with Benny Medina and has re-engaged his mother, Jonnetta Patton . Usher was managed by Patton until May 2007, when he hired Medina, who manages Mariah Carey and other performers. Usher's latest album, "Here I Stand," has sold 948,000 copies in the past 10 weeks in the United States and is the eighth best-selling album of the year to date. But it hasn't sold nearly as well as... (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Norman Lear, Maya Angelou, Morgan Freeman Aug 6, 2008
Grammer was in New York to promote his new film, "Swing Vote," co-starring Kevin Costner, Paula Patton and Stanley Tucci. (AP). (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Back in the day, it was anything goes at the Games Aug 1, 2008
George Patton, who would go on to fame as a U.S. general, competed in the modern pentathlon in 1912 ... Patton finished a disappointing fifth overall in the pentathlon but described the experience as "groovy.". (San Francisco Chronicle)
'Swing Vote': When a presidential election hinges on a drunk in a dying town Aug 1, 2008
Molly, a walking, talking megaphone, delivers a speech during a class presentation - a left-leaning warning about voter complacency leading to enslavement - that attracts the notice of a local television reporter, Kate Madison (Paula Patton), a looker with major-network dreams. Her boss, played by George Lopez at full volume, can't wait to escape, either, which broadcasts another message. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Sifting through Braves' Black Monday Jul 30, 2008
Well, I said, if it took an epic failure meal in a bowl of sadness (I like to steal comic Patton Oswalt s lines) to provide the impetus for such a decision, then the Braves certainly were served one this summer. Trade away, Frank Wren. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Wells understands community Jul 30, 2008
He served in the 94th Infantry, 376 Regiment, Company L in Europe as part of Gen. George Patton's Third Army ... Gen. Patton is also buried there. (Bainbridge Post Searchlight, GA)
Miller Shows Some Spirit Jul 28, 2008
Thompson On Hollywood: ComicCon. The franchise reboot of Terminator looks pretty strong under McG's direction. (Variety)
Movie: The Flim-Flam Man (1967) Jul 3, 2008
George C. Scott, Michael Sarrazin and Sue Lyon Star in Con Man Film. George C. Scott plays rural con artist Mordecai Jones in The Flim-Flam Man. (Suite101.com)
Zach Galifianakis' ramshackle comedy wins devotees Jul 2, 2008
He was part of the "Comedians of Comedy" 2005 tour and subsequent film with Patton Oswalt, Brian Posehn and Maria Bamford. It was then that you could see Galifianakis perform as one of his alter egos: Nathaniel Buckner, an 18th century hack comic ("Thank yee, good to be hither. ... Is this thing on? What is this thing?"). (International Herald Tribune -- Health)
NBCOlympics.com: Gay sets U.S. record in 100 meters Jun 29, 2008
" In the other heats, five others ran under 10 seconds: Darvis "Doc" Patton and Travis Padgett finishing in 9.89; Ivory Williams in 9.94; Rodney Martin in 9.95; and Mark Jelks in 9.99. Trindon Holliday was the final qualifier -- in 10.09. A super-fast track and a super-fast field, as meet announcer Scott Davis said. With the semifinals and finals still upcoming. Two more rounds. "I would never have expected everyone to be this fast," Spearmon said. But, he quickly said, "It's an Olympic year. So... (MSNBC)
Talk of the Town: It’s steamy but worth it—ART’s ‘Cat on a Hot Tin Roof’ Jun 27, 2008
I recently interviewed damon Patton, president of the Theatre Arts Advisory Board of the College of Fine Arts at the UA, and he recommended that fellow theater reviewer Roberta Konen and I see Cat on a Hot Tin Roof. He did not steer us wrong. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
11 Things: Lucha VaVoom Jun 27, 2008
The comic comedy: "It was once suggested that we should think about Dane Cook. We politely declined. Past comedians who have graced our stage include many of my idols: Patton Oswalt, Joel Hodgson ("MST3K"), Fred Armisen, Dana Gould and Tom Kenny ("SpongeBob SquarePants") among them.". 4. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Alive And Hitting Jun 27, 2008
The couple didn t get to spend much time together, after Hooks was shipped across the Atlantic to join General George Patton s 3rd Army on the European front. I went in right after the Battle of the Bulge to France and Germany, Hooks said. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Galt lawn-watering incident was blown out of proportion Jun 9, 2008
edumacation wrote on Jun 6, 2008 11:02 AM:" To patton1: Please read my post on the Prop 98 and 99 story. I have evidence from the an LNS article in 2001 where eminent domain was used to grab property for developers. Why should the developers pay one dime for private property if they can get it for free? " ... commonsense1 wrote on Jun 5, 2008 12:47 PM:" Papercut, think about this. I bet "Scrutiny" is really, Patton, commonsence, commonsense1 or galtmastermind. Now that I think about it, it could... (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Reflecting on the supersize pursuit of an American dream Jun 6, 2008
The film as a whole struggles to provide answers, but at that point Bell just cuts to George C. Scott as "Patton," barking that "America loves a winner and will not tolerate a loser." Sometimes it's as easy as that. Because "Bigger, Stronger, Faster" views the issue through the filmmaker's own family, it intermingles emotions and facts, clarity and sympathy, in enlightening, mostly useful ways. (Boston Globe)
Kill, kill, kill: Presidential bloodlust Jun 4, 2008
" Keep in mind that the bloodlusty rhetoric of this "pep talk" wasn't meant to rev up US Marine Corps heading into battle. These were the president's well-embunkered top advisors in a strategy session on the eve of major military offensives in Iraq. Evidently, however, the president was intent on imitating George C Scott playing General George Patton - or perhaps even inadvertently channeling one of the evil villains of his cinematic childhood. American mad mullahs Let's recall a little history... (Asia Times Online)
News N Notes May 31, 2008
Central Catholic High School, 10 a.m., David Patton Field, Modesto. Yesteryears. (Modesto Bee, CA)
The Appeal by John Grisham May 25, 2008
The Hattiesburg husband and wife team of Mary Grace and Wes Patton saw in Ms. Baker the sympathetic defendant that just might be able to sway a jury to rule against Krane Chemical. The Pattons risked everything to handle the case ... As Ms. Baker and the Pattons wait for the appeal of the case's verdict, an appeal to the Mississippi Supreme Court, they see circumstances spin out of their control as forces conspire to replace sympathetic justices with pro-corporate ones. (Suite101.com)
Rio Rancho High School graduates with honors May 23, 2008
Allison Anderson, Alexandra Artrip, Jenny Balbuena, Catherine Barnitz, Ethan Biswell, Candice Brusuelas, Jessy Butler, Felicia Cooper, Jordane Costales, Kristina Dahm, Scott Divett, Kyla Elder, Cassandra Elizondo, Charles Faust, Samantha Fink, Lauren Flynn, Christiana Galindo, Tanya Garcia, Derek Gonzales, Luz Guillen, Kayla Hammond, Cynthia Hatch, Tatiana Holme, Hellen Huynh, Andrea Infantino, Elisa Jaramillo, Caitlin Jarmack, David Johnsen, Megan Johnson, Gayle Jones, Oliver Jury, Andrew... (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
90-Second Viral P.S.A. from MTV, Ogilvy & Mather Amsterdam, Shilo and the Burma Arts Board Debuts Worldwide to Drive Aid and Awareness for Burma Crisis May 17, 2008
"For Ogilvy & Mather Amsterdam, Brenda Bentz van den Berg served as the project's agency producer. Shilo's project team also included executive producer (UK) Mark Hanrahan, Stringer's fellow lead artists Tamir Sapir and David Hill, matte painting artists Mathieu Reynault and Rodeo FX, Marco Giampaolo, Cassidy Gearhart and Noah Conopask, 3D animators Henning Koczy, Richard Cayton, Ohad Bracha, Bren Wilson, Eugen Sasu and Kiel Figgens, 3D artists Christina Ku, Richard Kim, Warren Heimall, Craig... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Braves, fans on rollercoaster ride May 8, 2008
He s a bowl of sad, to quote Patton Oswalt from Athens, Ga ... Hes a bowl of sad, to quote Patton Oswalt from Athens, Ga. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Galva man faces 19 charges in child pornography case Apr 17, 2008
State s Attorney Terry Patton moved Monday to replace the original four charges with five counts of Class 3 videotaping a juvenile under 13 on five separate occasions, five counts of Class 1 child pornography for videotaping on five occasions, seven counts of Class 1 producing child pornography involving seven photos taken off a TV screen and two counts of Class X predatory criminal sexual assault of a child, involving two instances between July of 2006 and July of 2007. Galva Police Sgt. Scott... (Kewanee Star Courier, IL)
After half-century, Amen Corner now more famous than ever Apr 10, 2008
In '54, amateur Billy Joe Patton, a lumber salesman from Morganton, N.C., played himself into the lead and into the hearts of the fans well before he got to 13 ... Patton shrugged off the brush with history, figuring he didn't get in position to win by playing safe shots. (USA Today -- Sports)
Antwan Patton brings his hip-hop to the Atlanta Ballet Apr 9, 2008
Antwan Patton, front, rehearsing "big" with dancers of the Atlanta Ballet ... The rapper Antwan Patton was sitting in the sleek black Courvoisier Lounge tucked into the back of his recording studio here ... Patton, better known as Big Boi, one-half of the progressive hip-hop duo OutKast, was taking a break from finishing his debut solo album, due out this summer. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Longtime Texan loved life, law and family Apr 3, 2008
Carssow met Katherine Lynn Patton in 1942 in Shreveport, La. at a Presbyterian church. (Cedar Park Hill Country News Weekender, TX)
Ill. Univ. Top Cop: 'I Lost Five People' Mar 31, 2008
"He was like watching the movie 'Patton,'" said Greg Solano, who headed Santa Fe's police union when Grady was there. "He was always like, 'Things are done my way or the highway.'". (CBS News -- US)
'Monk' star Shalhoub coming to Atlanta Mar 30, 2008
Shalhoub's sister, local actress Susan Shalhoub Larkin, also will be a featured reader during the performance, along with Brenda Bynum, recording artist Kate Campbell, Mayor Shirley Franklin, Tom Key, Dr. Carl V. Patton, Monica Pearson, author Ferrol A. Sams and WSB-AM's Scott Slade. CHRIS CARLSON/STF. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Reflections on the Oscars Mar 17, 2008
Many years ago, soon after George C. Scott had been nominated for Patton, a magazine sent me to Spain, where Scott was shooting a turkey called The Last Run, to interview him ... Many years ago, soon after George C. Scott had been nominated for Patton, a magazine sent me to Spain, where Scott was shooting a turkey called The Last Run, to interview him. (Townhall.com)
Schultz: Felton not going anywhere Mar 17, 2008
From Dominique, to Chad Kessler, Willie Anderson, Alec Kessler, Rod Cole, Latterial Green, Katu Davis,Marshall Wilson, Jodi Patton, Charles Claxton, Carlos Strong, GG Smith, Pertha Robinson, Jumaine Jones, Jarvis Hayes, Ezra Williams and now these grat young men. This is a proud day to be a Georgia by-God Bulldog. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Where do you go? Mar 15, 2008
Outside of buying a nice whole Choice (practically Prime) Ribeye or NY Strip at my favorite little meat market (Patton s), getting it cut and trimmed into into 1 3/4 slabs, and doing it right on high heat. Pampa s (The Brick, baby, The Brick) a MUST for true steak lovers. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
First Rights: Guantanamo trials fail the Nuremberg test Mar 15, 2008
in print and online, 24/7 for free, select the Clean Sweep option. Unable to submit Real Estate, Services, Employment, and Business Investements at this time. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
'American Idol' Recap: David Archuleta Debacle Caps Night, While Brooke White, Chikezie Shine Mar 15, 2008
Sing the song like he was the love child of Panic at the Disco's Brendon Urie and Faith No More's Mike Patton. Sorry, judges. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Generate taps Levin for CEO Mar 5, 2008
Clients include Patton Oswalt, Janeane Garofalo, Fred Savage, Brian Posehn, Al Madrigal, Adam Rifkin, Dave Reynolds, Chatman Christian Finnegan, Arj Barker and Jon Reep. Founding partner Pete Aronson serves as head of creative affairs responsible for the company's development and production activity across all distribution platforms. (Variety)
Letters to the Editor - 3/3/2008 Mar 4, 2008
Last modified Sunday, March 2, 2008 7:42 PM PST. I am the first to admit that I am no biz whiz. (North County Times)
Click for Full Story Mar 1, 2008
TV host Donovan Patton is 30. Rock musician Sean Woolstenhulme is 27. (KWTX.com, TX)
And the Oscar goes to. . . . Feb 22, 2008
In the opening scene, George C. Scott's General George Patton basically says it's better to inflict harm than receive it ... Scott is outstanding as Patton, but so too is Karl Malden as General Omar Bradley. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Kicking Complacency Squarely In The... Feb 22, 2008
One such type of person Gen. George S. Patton, Jr.. Today, we need the personification of both of these historic figures in one man a Coach Winston Patton, if you will ... A commanding figure who could pull from the bellies of players the fire and will to fight in a Patton-esque manner as this My God, I actually pity those poor morons we re going up against. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Nazi Literature in the Americas Feb 22, 2008
Of intellectuals and other escape artists - International Herald Tribune. Among the many acid pleasures of the work of Roberto Bolao, who died at 50 in 2003, is his idea that culture, in particular literary culture, is a whore. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
'Bourne,' 'Sweeney' earn ACE Awards Feb 20, 2008
At a ceremony hosted by Patton Oswalt, Academy Award-winning filmmaker Norman Jewison was honored with the ACE Golden Eddie Filmmaker of the Year award, presented by Carl Reiner ... At a ceremony hosted by Patton Oswalt, Academy Award-winning filmmaker Norman Jewison was honored with the ACE Golden Eddie Filmmaker of the Year award, presented by Carl Reiner. (Yahoo News -- Academy Awards)
'Sweeney,' 'Bourne' top EDDIEs Feb 20, 2008
Stand-up comedian Patton Oswald ("Ratatouille") served as the evening's emcee. Winners. (Variety)
``The Bourne Ultimatum'' Wins Best Edited Feature Film (Drama) and ``Sweeney Todd'' Wins Best Edited Feature Film (Comedy/Musical) at the 58th Annual ACE Eddie Awards Recognizing Outstanding Editing in 2007 Feb 18, 2008
Patton Oswalt (the voice of Ratatouille) served as the evenings M.C.. Lifetime Career Achievement Awards went to industry veterans Millie Moore, A.C.E., and Bud Smith, A.C.E. Their prolific careers were highlighted with clip reels and praise from friends and colleagues during the affair. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Theater review: Whoa, Dolly. Lookin' swell – some of the time Feb 13, 2008
This physical, um, arrangement makes for a sweet little surprise when Leonard Patton as the bandleader Louis hails Dolly from on high, Romeo-style, during the signature rendition of the show's title tune ... The bit is a nod to Louis Armstrong's duet with Barbra Streisand in the 1969 movie version, and Patton paired on the song with Kerry Meads as Dolly shows he's got the knockout vocal chops to rival ol' Satchmo's. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Post a comment Feb 11, 2008
My grandfather signed up for a war the day after Pearl Harbor was bombed, fought in Patton s army. He fought in the name of a larger freedom, part of that arsenal of democracy that triumphed over evil. (International Herald Tribune)
SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE CONSOLIDATED BUDGET Feb 2, 2008
Scripps Howard News Service. Slug: shnssked01 Date: 2008-02-01 00:00:00 Version: original Wire Category: V Words: 996 Bytes: 28672 E-Pub: N Use Warning. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Soilent Green Inspired By Cartoon Squids; Plus Lamb Of God, Celtic Frost & More News That Rules, In Metal File Feb 1, 2008
Guitarist Brian Patton is also involved with Eyehategod, while guitarist Gregg Harney is a member of Spickle ... Patton's tone is really good, and Rutan brought that sh-- out. (VHI.com -- Music News)
High-profile changes alter local TV news lineup Jan 26, 2008
Anchors: Jim Patton and Heather Myers (10 p.m. weekdays); Jeff Powers and Lynn Stuart (6 p.m. weekends); Jeff Powers (10 p.m. weekends); Marc Bailey, Lynda Martin and Ruben Galvan ( Fox News in the Morning ); Lynn Stuart and Anita Lightfoot ( Fox in the Morning Weekends ). Weather: Aloha Taylor (10 p.m.); Christina Russo ( Fox News in the Morning ); Renee Kohn (weekends). (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Stephanie Crowe, in life and death Jan 20, 2008
So does Tuite's defense attorney, Brad Patton. "The whole thing was a great tragedy. A tragedy to the family, and certainly what I believe is the wrongful conviction of Richard Tuite," Patton said. (North County Times)
Iranians 'Were a Heartbeat From Being Blown Up'... Jan 8, 2008
Where is my George S. Patton when I need him. Posted by: Jim | Jan 7, 2008 6:26:00 PM. (The Drudge Report)
Back At It, Blueland Dec 27, 2007
Let s see, I got some DVDs The Green Mile The Producers, (funny flick) Patton Apparently the word hasn t gotten out that I already sit around too much on my fat a- Oh look, Schindler s List. How festive. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Spike TV Announces 2007 'Video Game Awards' Winners Dec 9, 2007
Four time Grammy award winners and fresh off receiving five more Grammy nods earlier this week, Foo Fighters rocked the stage, and Kid Rock delivered a stirring three song medley, while comics Patton Oswalt, Ralphie May and Brian Posehn provided nonstop laughs for those in attendance during their performances ... The night also featured award presentations and appearances by Criss Angel, "TNA" wrestling stars Kurt and Karen Angle, actress Tia Carrere, "Chuck" stars Joshua Gomez and Zachary Levi,... (PR Newswire)
Saving Private Ryan (The Iraq Remake) Dec 5, 2007
Patton -- Bad, Bad Man: George C. Scott is dead, but that s OK, because in this remake the whole story focuses on that one soldier that Patton slapped in the first jingoistic version. The entire movie takes place in a single dark room, where Private Slappee has to deal with his post-traumatic slap disorder. (Human Events Online)
Happy BCS greetings to Dawg fans! Dec 3, 2007
We beat South Carolina and there s a chance we play Ohio State for the NC (remonds me of the scene in the Patton movie where they talk about the tanks running out of gas), 2. Worried that the team will be flat and suffer (we were flat against WVU but also Wisconsin assumed SEC speed would kill and we were lucky to beat Wisconsin), 3. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Samuel L. Jackson to Host Spike TV's 2007 'Video Game Awards' Nov 30, 2007
The night will feature award presentations and appearances by magician Criss Angel, "TNA" wrestling stars Kurt and Karen Angle, actress Tia Carrere, "Chuck" stars Joshua Gomez and Zachary Levi, skateboarding legend Tony Hawk, former NFL star Rocket Ismail, UFC light heavyweight champion Quinton "Rampage" Jackson and "Ultimate Fighter 1" champ Forrest Griffin, legendary boxing promoter Don King, MTV reality couple Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt, NFL quarterback and Heisman trophy winner Matt... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Pickets lines a social scene Nov 28, 2007
Vardalos gave a hug to actor Patton Oswalt, who voiced the lead character Remy in the Disney/Pixar hit "Ratatouille," after he showed up with a box of 30 unopened "Ratatouille" DVDs. Vardalos has her own observations of the strike subculture after picketing mostly around Paramount for the past three weeks. (Variety)
