Message from Paul Berg

[SallyT]

Paul was off to work and asked if I would post this on his behalf. S

Very nice pictures of my posterior Tom; I like the contrast of White in the
straight Versace ensemble. 26-reds with holes in both chap positions are a
vitage move of the hung and semi-hung. Ask T-Lee. Who is that demonic
looking old man? About to cast my vote via messageboard, a four-way
consideration between players reputable enough to demand a shot at the Louis Louie.

Oh baby. Don't know if they've already set it or not, but it's
between Bartram, Deft Shane, Perfect Stranger Appleton, and the mighty Lil'
John Macias ... Macias' two big wins as well as his drawing the Breedlove
money out for future entertainment put him on the short list; no one else
deserves a free room for life or put it in play well enough. Tony Coleman,
nice try. Macias weighs heavily, he is entertaining and a touch flashy, as
well as having paid some corrupt rotten dues. I think in the end I will side
with Bartram, but admit bias against the other two. Appleton's saga is
perhaps the most incredible and he acquitted himself well with a final win
over Hennessee. The trip was profitable for him and only one main supporter,
if my sources are correct, on his grit alone. He sacrificed the tournament
(see Deuel/Frost for lessons on that) but he's just not very entertaining.
(That's a "There it is there!" for you Sally; thanks for pointing that out
in the case of my original three candidates.) And as far as Shane goes, it's
my already recorded thoughts on his style of play. He did draw crowds, match up with a lot of great players, and chop down one last score out of the Freezer.

But if money and action is what it takes, Toledo Tim Heath or Coleman would
be winning. If it was big game hunting or undercover explosions, give me the
new wave Boston Shorty or the Road Man. In the end, Chris Bartram did
everything. He showed his ass in a loss to Appleton and took monster spots
from Orcollo too. No winners there, but many raids into the back room for
scores, and stout support of Kid Klatt and Kirkwood, who had mixed results
too. Essentially, Bartram is reputable, respectful, and relentless. He makes
match-ups that show gamble in order to chase bigger wins while still pushing
his game (or the player's game he has put in the box. hats off to Ms.
Rousey) forward. While he may not be entertaining verbally when at the
table, he is expressive and well-behaved. Watch this guy stand up for a call
some time and tell me he can be talked out of the truth. Chris "Dante"
Bartram has paid his dues and his cover is blown. He is a respected and
feared player, let's get him a free room for staying in action and giving
the crowds some great entertainment. No one logged more table time in the
group of those on my short list, and if that isn't loving pool, I can't
fathom what is.

Cheers, I'll be in touch Tom. As for you Sally, pray on Sunday okay? Yuk yuk
... Martin, you sick and twisted man, I'll have your ass in the
Phillippines. We shall dine like kings on the finest Lumpia you fiend.
Sally, black out his e-mail address in the post, but print the rest of it as
is. Please post it for me though; I have to work almost imediately behind
the bar. Barry is jolly, I don't wish to be the one who disturbs him. I have
no fear of the haters, and White has been offered the opportunity to vote
via our messageboard, so any e-mails can be directed at True Blue Gonzo
(paulberg1187@hotmail.com) or AWM Enterprises (see him in the streets).
Inside POOL does not hold any of my opinions as fact, nor any facts as
necesarily public record. Selah, I can no longer spell "necessary" or any of
its derivatives. To Jedi Agnir, I bid you good day. My vote is for
Christopher Bartram, with a close second to Shane Van Boening and honorable mentions to Macias and Appleton. WHite's vote is forthcoming; I'll post that under my own name before the weekend is out. Sorry for the delay Fred, a very exhausting week. If it has already been settled, congrats to the
winner!

Cheers from the bartending set, and good luck to fellow beer slingers Steven
Moore and Alice Rim!

[Timberly]

The boy just ain't right! I normally wouldn't read something so long but knowing that it's from Paul, I can't not read it. He didn't let me down.