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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_7_10_1_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Truman Mikles expressed concern about cuts to VA benefits. Congressman Jones assured him of protection for veterans' payments.
- Date:
- 1973-02-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Government Operations and Politics, International Affairs
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_21_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- 1974 Trip Itinerary for JRJ and OBJ to the Ditchley Foundation Conference
- Date:
- 1974-01-14
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- International Affairs, Social Sciences and History
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Education, Higher--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_7_10_2_0042
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Mrs. Boyer asks about G.I. Bill, Congressman Jones supports increased benefits.
- Date:
- 1974-07-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- International Affairs
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_2_4_0026
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence from Peter Manhart to Congressman James R. Jones regarding an Op
- Date:
- 1985-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- International Affairs, Foreign Trade and International Finance
- Topic:
- Republican Party (U.S. 1854-)
- Congress:
- 99th (1985-1987)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_2_4_0024
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence from Norman Diamond to Congressman James R. Jones
- Date:
- 1985-06-07
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- International Affairs, Economics and Public Finance, Social Welfare, Labor and Employment
- Topic:
- Older people
- Congress:
- 99th (1985-1987)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_2_4_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence from Congressman James R. Jones to Ms. Nancy Shockley regarding tour of the Capitol Building
- Date:
- 1985-06-14
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- International Affairs
- Topic:
- Retirement, Democratic Party (U.S.), Speeches, addresses, etc.
- Congress:
- 99th (1985-1987)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_2_4_0023
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence from Congressman James R. Jones in reply to Mr. Norman Diamond
- Date:
- 1985-06-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Economics and Public Finance, Labor and Employment, Social Welfare, International Affairs
- Topic:
- Democratic Party (U.S.), Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress, Retirement
- Congress:
- 99th (1985-1987)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_2_4_0025
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence from Congressman James R. Jones in reply to Mr. Peter Manhart
- Date:
- 1985-06-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Labor and Employment, Social Welfare, International Affairs, Economics and Public Finance
- Topic:
- Retirement, Democratic Party (U.S.), Speeches, addresses, etc.
- Congress:
- 99th (1985-1987)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_1.2_2_8_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Ambassador Jones' Projected Schedule: March 10-13, Chiapas Visit and Official Meetings
- Date:
- 1996-02-28
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- International Affairs
- Topic:
- Foreign relations, Business--United States, Ambassadors--United States
- Congress:
- 104th (1995-1997)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_1.2_2_19_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Ambassador's Schedule: Tuesday, August 27
- Date:
- 1996-07-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- International Affairs
- Topic:
- Business--United States, Ambassadors--United States, Foreign relations
- Congress:
- 104th (1995-1997)
![["Truman Mikles wrote to Congressman James Jones expressing concern about proposed cuts to VA benefits for disabled veterans and reductions in funding for VA services. Congressman Jones responded, assuring Mikles that the proposal to reduce disability compensation had been withdrawn and legislation introduced to protect veterans' payments. Jones also mentioned that the VA had hired more medical personnel to care for returning prisoners of war. Mikles had previously expressed concern about the impact of budget cuts on VA services for returning veterans and urged Congressman Jones to oppose the proposed cuts."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Legislative%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_109_7_10_1_0000-Veterans%20Affairs%20-%20Disability%20Compensation,%201973-1974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_7_10_1_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Truman Mikles expressed concern about cuts to VA benefits. Congressman Jones assured him of protection for veterans' payments.")
![["The document outlines the itinerary for a trip to the Ditchley Foundation Conference in January 1974, including arrival and departure times, meetings with important individuals such as Mr. J. Paul Getty, and various scheduled activities in London. It also includes information about a luncheon at the House of Commons and a meeting for all people going to London. Additionally, there is mention of a meeting with the British-American Parliamentary Group and updates on the Emergency Energy Bill and the Watergate Committee."]](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_21_0008_thumbnail.jpg "1974 Trip Itinerary for JRJ and OBJ to the Ditchley Foundation Conference")
![["Mrs. Boyer wrote to Congressman James R. Jones inquiring about the status of the G.I. Bill, which would increase benefits for veterans attending college. She expressed her struggles to make ends meet with her husband's current benefits. Congressman Jones responded, acknowledging the receipt of her letter and informing her that both the House and Senate have passed bills to increase benefits. He assured her that he supported the House bill, which would increase benefits by 13.6 percent, and that her views would be considered when the compromise bill is reported back for final consideration."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Legislative%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_109_7_10_1_0000-Veterans%20Affairs%20-%20Disability%20Compensation,%201973-1974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_7_10_2_0042_thumbnail.jpg "Mrs. Boyer asks about G.I. Bill, Congressman Jones supports increased benefits.")
![["The document discusses four rhetorical concepts that govern political speech, including the Reverse Houdini, Elephant Stick, Notsaposta, and Looking Under the Street Light. These concepts are used by politicians to manipulate public opinion and deflect criticism. Examples are provided to illustrate how these techniques are utilized in political discourse."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Correspondence%20Series,%201968-1986%20/CAC_CC_109_4_2_4_0000-1011-1299,%201985,%20%5B2%20of%203%5D/thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_4_2_4_0026_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence from Peter Manhart to Congressman James R. Jones regarding an Op")
![["The letter from Norman Diamond to Hon. James R. Jones discusses cases of people being harassed by the IRS for money they do not owe, and suggests that Congress should hold someone at the agency responsible for such tactics. Diamond also suggests obtaining videotapes of the cases to show to IRS officials. The letter expresses concern over the burden faced by constituents due to IRS actions."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Correspondence%20Series,%201968-1986%20/CAC_CC_109_4_2_4_0000-1011-1299,%201985,%20%5B2%20of%203%5D/thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_4_2_4_0024_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence from Norman Diamond to Congressman James R. Jones")
![["The document is a letter from James R. Jones, a member of Congress from Oklahoma, to Ms. Nancy Shockley, providing her with four tickets for a VIP Congressional tour of the United States Capitol Building. Jones also offers additional tour information and encourages Shockley to contact his office for further assistance. He invites her to stop by his office and expresses his hope that her trip to Washington, D.C. will be memorable."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Correspondence%20Series,%201968-1986%20/CAC_CC_109_4_2_4_0000-1011-1299,%201985,%20%5B2%20of%203%5D/thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_4_2_4_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence from Congressman James R. Jones to Ms. Nancy Shockley regarding tour of the Capitol Building")
![["James R. Jones, a member of Congress from Oklahoma, received a letter from Norman Diamond regarding harassment by the Internal Revenue Service. Jones shares Diamond's concern and has discussed the issue with the relevant committee. He hopes that continuing hearings will be held on the subject. Jones expresses gratitude for the letter and additional comments."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Correspondence%20Series,%201968-1986%20/CAC_CC_109_4_2_4_0000-1011-1299,%201985,%20%5B2%20of%203%5D/thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_4_2_4_0023_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence from Congressman James R. Jones in reply to Mr. Norman Diamond")
![["The document is a letter written by James R. Jones, a member of Congress, to Peter Manhart. Jones mentions receiving a note and enclosures from Manhart and comments on an op"]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Correspondence%20Series,%201968-1986%20/CAC_CC_109_4_2_4_0000-1011-1299,%201985,%20%5B2%20of%203%5D/thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_4_2_4_0025_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence from Congressman James R. Jones in reply to Mr. Peter Manhart")
![["Ambassador Jones has a busy schedule from Sunday, March 10 to Wednesday, March 13, where he will be in Chiapas for various events and meetings. The schedule includes attending the American Society of Mexico Annual Meeting, a dinner at SRE with Rodman Rockefeller, and a migration regional conference in Puebla. The document also includes details of other meetings and duties, such as a country team meeting and a dinner with Mr. and Mrs. Agustin Lagaretta."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Ambassadorial%20Series%201993-1997,%201993-1997/CAC_CC_109_1.1_2_1_0000-April,%201997/thumbnails/CAC_CC_1.1_2_8_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Ambassador Jones' Projected Schedule: March 10-13, Chiapas Visit and Official Meetings")
![["The document is a schedule for the Ambassador on Tuesday, August 27. It includes Spanish lessons, cluster group meetings, and meetings with other ambassadors. It also lists contact information for duty officers and the Ambassador's residence and car details. Additionally, there is a letter confirming a courtesy visit from the Brazilian Ambassador to the US Ambassador."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Ambassadorial%20Series%201993-1997,%201993-1997/CAC_CC_109_1.1_2_1_0000-April,%201997/thumbnails/CAC_CC_1.1_2_19_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Ambassador's Schedule: Tuesday, August 27")