Historical Marker
James Burton
Historical marker location:
705 Grand Avenue, Shreveport, Louisiana
( Marker is on Grand Avenue north of Texas Avenue (U.S. 79/80), on the right when traveling north.)
Marker installed: 2005
"Play It James". "All Praise and Glory to God for the gift of music" - James Burton.
The Louisiana Purchase Exposition, also known as the St. Louis World's Fair, was held in St. Louis, Missouri, in 1904. The fair featured exhibits from around the world and introduced several new inventions and products to the public, including the ice cream cone and Dr Pepper soft drink.