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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_7_10_2_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Mr. Jimerson seeks help from Congressman Jones to extend VA benefits.
- Date:
- 1974-01-29
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_7_10_1_0022
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Congressman Jones acknowledges support for increasing veterans' disability compensation.
- Date:
- 1974-01-30
- Creator:
- Jones, James Robert, 1939-
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_7_10_1_0023
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Mr. Williams asked Congressman Jones for support on veterans' compensation.
- Date:
- 1974-01-30
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_7_10_1_0025
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Disabled veteran urges support for increased disability compensation, pending bill progress.
- Date:
- 1974-01-30
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_7_10_1_0028
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Ruffin asked for support, Jones mentioned bills and promised responsiveness.
- Date:
- 1974-01-30
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_20_0033
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- 1973 Quarterly Official Telephone Expense Reimbursement to Honorable James R. Jones
- Date:
- 1974-01-31
- Creator:
- Jones, James Robert, 1939-
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_7_10_2_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Acknowledgment of bill supporting increased benefits for veterans in college.
- Date:
- 1974-02-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_7_10_1_0027
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Congressman Jones responds to request for support for veterans' compensation bills.
- Date:
- 1974-02-04
- Creator:
- Jones, James Robert, 1939-
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_7_10_1_0029
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Smock asked about disability compensation bill, Jones provided information.
- Date:
- 1974-02-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_7_10_2_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Congressman Jones responds to Harp's concerns about veterans' benefits.
- Date:
- 1974-02-08
- Creator:
- Jones, James Robert, 1939-
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
![["Mr. Jimerson wrote a letter to Congressman James R. Jones expressing his concern about the eight-year limitation on VA educational assistance benefits for veterans. Congressman Jones agreed with Mr. Jimerson's analysis and informed him that legislation is being considered to extend the limitation by two years. He also mentioned that Mr. Jimerson can appeal to the Veterans Administration for an extension and offered to help in any way he can. Mr. Jimerson expressed his frustration about his limited education and financial struggles, and asked for assistance in extending his eligibility for VA assistance."]](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_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Mr. Jimerson seeks help from Congressman Jones to extend VA benefits.")
![["The document is a response from Congressman James R. Jones to Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Claeys regarding their support for increasing veterans' disability compensation. Jones acknowledges their communication and informs them that the bills they mentioned, H.R. 11469 and S. 2710, are pending in the House and Senate Committees on Veterans Affairs. He assures them that he will follow the progress of the bills and be responsive to the needs of veterans. The Claeys had expressed their concerns about the rising cost of living and the struggles faced by veterans. Jones expresses his appreciation for their input and assures them of his efforts to support veterans."]](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_0022_thumbnail.jpg "Congressman Jones acknowledges support for increasing veterans' disability compensation.")
![["Mr. Williams wrote to Congressman James R. Jones asking for support for bills HR-11469 and S-2710 to increase veterans' disability compensation. Congressman Jones responded, acknowledging the request and stating that he will follow the progress of the bills in committee and do his best to be responsive to the needs of veterans."]](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_0023_thumbnail.jpg "Mr. Williams asked Congressman Jones for support on veterans' compensation.")
![["The document is from a disabled veteran urging support for H.R. 11469 and S. 2710 to increase veterans' disability compensation. The response from James R. Jones indicates that the bills are pending in committees, with H.R. 11469 scheduled to be considered at a later date. Jones appreciates the veteran's interest and assures that he will follow the progress of the bills and be responsive to the needs of veterans."]](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_0025_thumbnail.jpg "Disabled veteran urges support for increased disability compensation, pending bill progress.")
![["Mr. Ruffin wrote to Congressman Jones urging his support for legislation to increase veterans' disability compensation. Congressman Jones responded, informing Mr. Ruffin about two bills in Congress related to the issue and stating that he will follow their progress and be responsive to the needs of veterans."]](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_0028_thumbnail.jpg "Ruffin asked for support, Jones mentioned bills and promised responsiveness.")
![["The document is a voucher from the House of Representatives addressed to Honorable James R. Jones for reimbursement of official telephone expenses outside of the District of Columbia for the quarter ending September 30, 1973. The total amount of expenses paid was $331.50 and the amount claimed for reimbursement was $18.09. The voucher is dated January 31, 1974."]](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_20_0033_thumbnail.jpg "1973 Quarterly Official Telephone Expense Reimbursement to Honorable James R. Jones")
![["The document acknowledges receipt of a correspondence regarding a bill, S. 2784, that aims to increase allowance benefits for veterans in college. The recipient's views on the legislation are appreciated, and the sender expresses support for giving veterans the support they deserve as they transition to civilian careers. The bill is pending in the Senate Committee on Veterans Affairs, and the sender assures that the recipient's views will be considered when the bill reaches the House floor. The recipient is urged to support the proposed legislation."]](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_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Acknowledgment of bill supporting increased benefits for veterans in college.")
![["The document is from James R. Jones, in response to a request for support for bills H.R. 11469 and S. 2710 to increase veterans' disability compensation. Jones acknowledges the interest in the matter and states that the bills are pending before committees, with action expected in the future. He assures that he will follow the progress of the bills and be responsive to the needs of veterans. Additionally, the letter includes a message from a disabled veteran urging support for the bills due to the impact of inflation on disability compensation."]](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_0027_thumbnail.jpg "Congressman Jones responds to request for support for veterans' compensation bills.")
![["Mr. Oren L. Smock requested information regarding a bill to increase disability compensation for disabled veterans. Congressman James R. Jones provided him with a copy of H.R. 11469 and informed him that the House Veterans Affairs Committee would begin hearings on the bill soon. Smock thanked Jones for his assistance."]](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_0029_thumbnail.jpg "Smock asked about disability compensation bill, Jones provided information.")
![["The document is a response from Congressman James R. Jones to a letter from Edward L. Harp regarding legislation to increase allowance benefits for veterans in college. Congressman Jones acknowledges Harp's concerns and mentions a bill introduced by Senator Hartke that addresses the financial problems of student veterans. He assures Harp that he will keep his views in mind when the bill reaches the House floor. Harp had previously written to Congressman Jones about his own situation, where his V.A. benefits were set to be terminated despite having 36 months of eligibility left. He is seeking information on when the bill will be passed and if it will include an extension of the time limit."]](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_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Congressman Jones responds to Harp's concerns about veterans' benefits.")