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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_1_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Representative Jim Jones Proposes Reforms in Oklahoma Election Laws to Increase Transparency and Ease of Voting
- Date:
- 1973-01-01
- Creator:
- Jones, James Robert, 1939-
- Topic:
- Political corruption, Democratic Party (U.S.)
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_34_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence between Congressman James R. Jones and Constituent L.W. Durham Regarding Proposed Tax Increase
- Date:
- 1973-09-30
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Inflation (Finance), Democratic Party (U.S.)
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_28_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Congressmen from Oklahoma Constituent: Expressing Views on Various Issues
- Date:
- 1974-04-22
- Creator:
- Jones, James Robert, 1939-
- Policy Area:
- International Affairs
- Topic:
- Constituent communication with members of the United States Congress, Democratic Party (U.S.)
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_11_0097
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence between Congressman James R. Jones and Mr. & Mrs. Rick Passo Regarding General Brown's Statements about Israel
- Date:
- 1976-10-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Democratic Party (U.S.)
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_32_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- 1983 Correspondence between Bob Edgehill and Congressman James R. Jones
- Date:
- 1983-01-25
- Creator:
- Jones, James Robert, 1939-
- Topic:
- Democratic Party (U.S.), United States--Armed Forces, Political campaigns--United States
- Congress:
- 97th (1981-1983)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_2_4_0003
- 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. George W. Starch, III
- Date:
- 1985-06-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Transportation and Public Works
- Topic:
- Transportation, Democratic Party (U.S.)
- Congress:
- 99th (1985-1987)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_2_4_0040
- 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 Senator David F. Durenberger
- Date:
- 1985-06-07
- Creator:
- Jones, James Robert, 1939-
- Policy Area:
- Social Welfare, Labor and Employment
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Democratic Party (U.S.), Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress
- Congress:
- 99th (1985-1987)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_2_4_0055
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence from James L. Varner to Congressman James R. Jones
- Date:
- 1985-06-09
- Creator:
- Jones, James Robert, 1939-
- Topic:
- Democratic Party (U.S.), Taxation--Law and legislation., Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 99th (1985-1987)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_2_4_0047
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence from Scott Shaddock to Congressman James R. Jones
- Date:
- 1985-06-10
- Creator:
- Jones, James Robert, 1939-
- Topic:
- Republican Party (U.S. 1854-), Democratic Party (U.S.)
- Congress:
- 99th (1985-1987)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_2_4_0001
- 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 William D. Heath, M.D.
- Date:
- 1985-06-14
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Social Welfare, Labor and Employment
- Topic:
- Democratic Party (U.S.), Older people
- Congress:
- 99th (1985-1987)
![["Representative Jim Jones proposed reforms in Oklahoma election laws to increase transparency and accountability in political contributions and expenses. His proposals include periodic reporting of expenses and contributions, granting contributors the option of a tax credit, banning cash contributions over $20, and restricting candidates from mingling personal funds with campaign funds. Jones also suggested increasing the number of registrars and making voter registration more accessible."]](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_1_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Representative Jim Jones Proposes Reforms in Oklahoma Election Laws to Increase Transparency and Ease of Voting")
![["Mr. Durham wrote to Congressman James R. Jones expressing his concern over the proposed tax increase, citing the burden it would place on families already struggling with rising living costs. He also questioned the reasons behind the tax hikes in Tulsa County, stating that some residents have seen their taxes triple without any corresponding improvements. Congressman Jones reassured Mr. Durham that Congress is working to hold down federal spending and that he would consider his concerns when voting on the tax increase."]](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_34_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence between Congressman James R. Jones and Constituent L.W. Durham Regarding Proposed Tax Increase")
![["The document is from a constituent to Congressman James R. Jones expressing support for President Nixon, concerns about energy policy and air pollution regulations, opposition to nuclear energy challenges, and advocating for strong foreign policy and restrictions on news reporting. The constituent urges the congressman to vote in line with the wishes of the people and not to give in to media pressure."]](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_28_0021_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Congressmen from Oklahoma Constituent: Expressing Views on Various Issues")
![["The document is a series of letters discussing General George Brown's comments about the Israeli army being more of a burden than an asset to the United States. The first letter from Mr. and Mrs. Passo expresses agreement with the sentiments of the recipient, Congressman James R. Jones, about General Brown's comments. The second letter from Mr. and Mrs. Panin urges Congressman Jones to take action against General Brown for his remarks. Additionally, a news article is included about the Pentagon reviewing General Brown's comments. Overall, the letters express concern and disapproval of General Brown's statement."]](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_0097_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence between Congressman James R. Jones and Mr. & Mrs. Rick Passo Regarding General Brown's Statements about Israel")
![["Bob Edgehill received a card from James R. Jones, a Member of Congress, thanking him for thinking of his friends in the East and wishing him a happy and healthy 1983. Edgehill also received a card from a friend in Yugoslavia, Ivan Lackovic, asking if he will be going to Maui for a winter vacation. The card also mentions a young horse and the sole distributors of the card, Marcel Schurman Company, Inc. The card was sent to Edgehill in Maui, Hawaii."]](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_32_0019_thumbnail.jpg "1983 Correspondence between Bob Edgehill and Congressman James R. Jones")
![["The letter is a response from Congressman James R. Jones to Mr. George W. Starch regarding the denial of a trip request by the Denver & Rio Grande Western Railroad. Jones contacted Amtrak on Starch's behalf, but they were unable to accommodate the trip due to the denial by D&RGW. Jones expresses sympathy for the cancellation of the trip and offers further 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_2_4_0000-1011-1299,%201985,%20%5B2%20of%203%5D/thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_4_2_4_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence from Congressman James R. Jones in reply to Mr. George W. Starch, III")
![["James R. Jones, a member of Congress from Oklahoma, has agreed to join the Board of Directors of Americans for Generational Equity in response to a letter from Honorable David F. Durenberger. Jones expresses his interest and hopes to make a positive contribution to the foundation's work. He also mentions his desire to discuss the foundation further with Durenberger in the near future."]](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_0040_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence from Congressman James R. Jones in reply to Senator David F. Durenberger")
![["The letter is a personal request from Jon Jim & \"Tanner Neva Varner to James R. Jones asking for a favor for their friend, John D. Sears, who is visiting Washington, D.C. They request a VIP pass to the House, Senate, and White House, as well as an escort and meeting with Jones. They provide background information on Sears and his family, and mention that he is Neva's personal physician. They ask Jones to make Sears and his family feel welcome during their trip."]](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_0055_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence from James L. Varner to Congressman James R. Jones")
![["The author is thanking Representative James R. Jones for recognizing the achievements of Oklahoma's class of '85, but expresses concern about the unnecessary expense of delivering congratulatory certificates to graduates. The author suggests that corporate sponsorship could be arranged in the future to conserve taxpayer money. The author appreciates the support for education and democratic participation."]](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_0047_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence from Scott Shaddock to Congressman James R. Jones")
![["The document is a letter from James R. Jones, a member of Congress, in response to a letter from Dr. William D. Heath regarding legislation to expand Medicare coverage for optometry services. Jones appreciates the information and will consider Dr. Heath's views when making a decision on the issue. He encourages Dr. Heath to keep him informed of any concerns in the future."]](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_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence from Congressman James R. Jones in reply to William D. Heath, M.D.")
