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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_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_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_0022
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence from Mr. Walt Haskew to Congressman James R. Jones
- Date:
- 1985-01-01
- Creator:
- Jones, James Robert, 1939-
- Policy Area:
- Labor and Employment, Economics and Public Finance, International Affairs, Social Welfare
- Topic:
- Older people
- Congress:
- 99th (1985-1987)
- 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_0021
- 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. Walt Haskew
- Date:
- 1985-06-14
- Creator:
- Jones, James Robert, 1939-
- Policy Area:
- Social Welfare, Labor and Employment, Economics and Public Finance, International Affairs
- Topic:
- Democratic Party (U.S.), Education--United States
- Congress:
- 99th (1985-1987)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_2_4_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Preliminary versions of the letter from Congressman James R. Jones to Reverend Ronnie Bishop; Includes handwritten edits and personal office correspondence
- Date:
- 1985-06-17
- Creator:
- Jones, James Robert, 1939-
- Policy Area:
- International Affairs
- Topic:
- Democratic Party (U.S.), Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress, United States
- Congress:
- 99th (1985-1987)
![["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")
![["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")
![["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 letter is expressing disappointment with the addressee's stance on Nicaragua and the support for cuts in Social Security. The writer also discusses concerns about military retirement, the President's visit to a cemetery in Germany, and suggests a tax increase to reduce the deficit. Additionally, the writer believes that the military budget could withstand more cuts. The letter ends with a request for a reply in triplicate."]](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_0022_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence from Mr. Walt Haskew to Congressman James R. Jones")
![["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, thanks a constituent for sharing their views on various subjects. He mentions his support for legislation aiding the contras in Nicaragua and his efforts to reduce the deficit through spending cuts and balanced budgets. Jones emphasizes the importance of cutting the deficit to prevent future generations from facing crippling debts. He encourages the constituent to continue sharing their positions with him."]](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_0021_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence from Congressman James R. Jones in reply to Mr. Walt Haskew")
![["The document is a response from Congressman James R. Jones to Reverend Ronnie Bishop's letter regarding tax reform and Nicaragua. Jones explains his past efforts on tax reform, including the Jones"]](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_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Preliminary versions of the letter from Congressman James R. Jones to Reverend Ronnie Bishop; Includes handwritten edits and personal office correspondence")
