The V of Mapledurham is likely to be this person, as the patron of that living was Eton College. Described as scholar of CCC, Oxford, in 1722-3.
VENN: Incorporation in another University. It conferred the privileges of their degree.'Incorp. B.D. 1730, from Corpus Christi College, Oxford. S. of Samuel, of Wembworthy, Devon, clerk. Matric. (Oxford) Oct. 21, 1713, age 16; B.A. (Oxford) 1717; M.A. 1721; B.D. 1729; D.D. 1752. Fellow of CORPUS CHRISTI, 1721. Fellow of Eton College, 1733. V. of Maple Durham, Durham, 1734-66. R. of Worplesdon, Surrey, 1766-71. Author of many tracts and sermons. Died Feb. 11, 1771. Buried in Eton Chapel. (D.N.B.; Al. Oxon.)
| Year | Type | Name as Recorded | Location | Office/Status | Full Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1722 | Ordi | Burton, John | / | deacon | View |
| 1723 | Ordi | Burton, John | / | priest | View |
| 1734 | Libc | Burton, John | Mapledurham / | Vicar | View |
| 1734 | Appt(Institution) | Burton, John | Mapledurham / | Vicar | View |
| 1766 | Vac(resignation) | Burton, John | Mapledurham / | Vicar | View |
| 1766 | Appt(Admission) | Burton, John | Worplesdon / | Rector | View |
| 1774 | Vac(Death) | Burton, John | Worlesdon / | Rector | View |