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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_24_0054
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Urgent Case of Returning Vietnam Veteran with Drug Problem: Lewis Family's Plea for Help
- Date:
- 1976-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Law, Legislation--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_24_0056
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Request for Discharge of Army Specialist Rodney Sherwin Due to Mental Health Concerns
- Date:
- 1976-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Banking law
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_24_0055
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Possible Drug Issue Concerning Rodney Sherwin: Inter-Office Correspondence
- Date:
- 1976-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Retirement, Constituents communication with members of the United States Congress
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_29_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- 1976 Congressional Correspondence on Missing Wire Transfer Case
- Date:
- 1976-01-01
- Creator:
- Jones, James Robert, 1939-
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_29_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Case of Unreceived Wired Money: An Inquiry by Congressman James R. Jones
- Date:
- 1976-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Campaign management--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_29_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Investigation into Incorrectly Issued Parking Ticket Summons for Ray Edwards
- Date:
- 1976-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_11_0093
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Over Potential Minimum Wage Increase Legislation
- Date:
- 1976-01-02
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Taxation--Law and legislation--Oklahoma, Business--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_36_0035
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Congressman James R. Jones Responds to Citizen's Concerns on Federal Spending and Government Junketing
- Date:
- 1976-01-07
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_16_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Letter from Staff Assistant Debbie J. Branch to Honorable William J. Wiseman, Jr. regarding Congressional Calendars
- Date:
- 1976-01-19
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Youth
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_36_0036
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Letter from Congressman James R. Jones to Constituent James L. Phipps Regarding Federal Spending and Fiscal Responsibility
- Date:
- 1976-01-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Armed Forces and National Security, Social Welfare
- Topic:
- African Americans, Civil rights--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
![["Mrs. Lewis visited Congressman J. R. Jones' office regarding her son Randy, a Vietnam veteran with a drug problem. Randy was in jail awaiting charges and was to be admitted to a federal drug rehabilitation center once the charges were resolved. The Congressman's office could not provide direct help but offered assistance to other veterans with similar issues. The Lewis' are active in democratic politics and supported Ed Edmondson's campaign for senate."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Correspondence%20Series,%201968-1986%20/CAC_CC_109_4_22_1_0000-District%20Office,%20Jones%20Clippings,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_4_22_24_0054_thumbnail.jpg "Urgent Case of Returning Vietnam Veteran with Drug Problem: Lewis Family's Plea for Help")
![["The document is a request for discharge from the army for Spec 4 Rodney Sherwin. His parents believe he is in an unhealthy mental state and are asking for help in getting him home. A letter was received from his parents along with 4 letters he wrote to them. The document also includes contact information and instructions for filing and follow-up."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Correspondence%20Series,%201968-1986%20/CAC_CC_109_4_22_1_0000-District%20Office,%20Jones%20Clippings,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_4_22_24_0056_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Discharge of Army Specialist Rodney Sherwin Due to Mental Health Concerns")
![["There is concern about a potential drug problem with a person named Rodney Sherwin due to the rapid deterioration of his personality, despite there being no concrete evidence in his record."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Correspondence%20Series,%201968-1986%20/CAC_CC_109_4_22_1_0000-District%20Office,%20Jones%20Clippings,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_4_22_24_0055_thumbnail.jpg "Possible Drug Issue Concerning Rodney Sherwin: Inter-Office Correspondence")
![["The document is a letter from G.M. to James R. Jones concerning a case involving money wired to London that did not arrive in time for the recipient, Earl T. Eberhart, to use it to purchase a car. Eberhart made multiple attempts to locate the money with no success, and tracers have been sent to the correspondent bank that wired the money. Eberhart is a certified public accountant and has been in contact with various banks regarding the missing funds."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Correspondence%20Series,%201968-1986%20/CAC_CC_109_4_22_1_0000-District%20Office,%20Jones%20Clippings,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_4_22_29_0001_thumbnail.jpg "1976 Congressional Correspondence on Missing Wire Transfer Case")
![["The document is a letter from Earl T. Eberhart to John Stuart, detailing a case where money wired to London did not arrive before Eberhart had to leave. Eberhart ordered $2143.13 to be wired to Bank of America in London, but the money did not arrive before his departure. Tracers have been sent to locate the money, but Eberhart has been unable to find it. The document includes details of the transaction and attempts to recover the money."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Correspondence%20Series,%201968-1986%20/CAC_CC_109_4_22_1_0000-District%20Office,%20Jones%20Clippings,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_4_22_29_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Case of Unreceived Wired Money: An Inquiry by Congressman James R. Jones")
![["Mr. Clarence (Ray) Edwards received a summons from the Federal District Court of Eastern Virginia for nonpayment of parking tickets at the Pentagon, but claimed he had not been in Washington in years and did not own the vehicle in question. It was discovered that the license plate was registered to his wife, and the car belonged to someone else in Tulsa. Edwards was advised to contact the Court and the Tax Commission to resolve the issue. Edwards was pleased and relieved after the matter was clarified."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Correspondence%20Series,%201968-1986%20/CAC_CC_109_4_22_1_0000-District%20Office,%20Jones%20Clippings,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_4_22_29_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Investigation into Incorrectly Issued Parking Ticket Summons for Ray Edwards")
![["The document informs Larry Pruitt about the possibility of Congress enacting legislation to increase the minimum wage to $3.00 an hour. However, the legislation is still in committee and the chances of it passing are slim. James R. Jones shares Larry's concerns about the effects of the legislation and offers his assistance if needed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Correspondence%20Series,%201968-1986%20/CAC_CC_109_4_22_11_0000-District%20Office,%20P%20%5B1%20of%202%5D/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_4_22_11_0093_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Over Potential Minimum Wage Increase Legislation")
![["Harry Peeler wrote a letter to Congressman James Jones expressing his concerns about federal spending, specifically addressing wasteful spending in social programs and \"Congressional junketing\". Peeler is frustrated with the misuse of taxpayer money and urges Jones to work with other politicians to cut the budget and eliminate unnecessary programs. Jones responds by agreeing with Peeler's views on cutting federal spending and mentions the importance of understanding constituents' views. He also defends his participation in overseas trips as necessary for his role as a Member of Congress."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Correspondence%20Series,%201968-1986%20/CAC_CC_109_4_22_1_0000-District%20Office,%20Jones%20Clippings,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_4_22_36_0035_thumbnail.jpg "Congressman James R. Jones Responds to Citizen's Concerns on Federal Spending and Government Junketing")
![["The document is from Debbie J. Branch to Honorable William J. Wiseman, Jr. It states that two Congressional Calendars are being sent to him, one for his district office and one for Oklahoma City. If he needs one for his home, he should let them know. The document wishes him a successful term and is signed by Debbie J. Branch, a staff assistant to James R. Jones, a Member of Congress."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Correspondence%20Series,%201968-1986%20/CAC_CC_109_4_22_16_0000-District%20Office,%20W/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_4_22_16_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Letter from Staff Assistant Debbie J. Branch to Honorable William J. Wiseman, Jr. regarding Congressional Calendars")
![["James L. Phipps wrote a letter to Congressman James R. Jones expressing concern about the need to cut federal spending. Congressman Jones responded, stating that he shares Phipps' concern and has consistently voted for a balanced budget. He also mentioned that he voted against the pay raise for Members of Congress and has sponsored reforms to monitor federal spending. Phipps criticized Congress for approving wasteful spending, citing examples such as a study on the blood of Polish Lubuka pigs and research on the smell of perspiration from Australian aborigines."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Correspondence%20Series,%201968-1986%20/CAC_CC_109_4_22_1_0000-District%20Office,%20Jones%20Clippings,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_4_22_36_0036_thumbnail.jpg "Letter from Congressman James R. Jones to Constituent James L. Phipps Regarding Federal Spending and Fiscal Responsibility")