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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_5_1_11_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence between a constituent and an aid to Congressman James R. Jones regarding changes to the supervision of the Veterinary Services branch of the Animal and Plan Health Inspection Service Department of the United States Department of Agriculture
- Date:
- 1973-02-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- 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_7_10_3_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Jacqui O'Neil informs Mr. Smith that his letter will be addressed.
- Date:
- 1973-02-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Community health services--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_34_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Inflation Concerns and Federal Budget Between Congressman James R. Jones and Citizen Harry D. Turner, 1973
- Date:
- 1973-02-14
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_34_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Federal Spending Control Efforts during Nixon's Presidency
- Date:
- 1973-02-16
- Creator:
- Jones, James Robert, 1939-
- Topic:
- Inflation (Finance), United States--Appropriations and expenditures, Retirement
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_7_10_3_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Letter acknowledges receipt, revokes changes in disability payments, expresses concerns.
- Date:
- 1973-02-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_34_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Federal Budget Control Efforts between Congressman James R. Jones and Mrs. Cecil D. Neal, 1973
- Date:
- 1973-02-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_34_0008
- 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 Regarding Fiscal Conservatism and Government Spending
- Date:
- 1973-02-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Business--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_7_10_1_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Mrs. Moore concerned about cuts in Veterans pensions, Congressman agrees.
- Date:
- 1973-02-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_7_10_1_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Mrs. Wintel and Mrs. Moore called Congressman Jones about Veterans pensions.
- Date:
- 1973-02-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
![["Correspondence between a constituent, Mrs. Alice R. Akin, Secretary to the Veterinarian in Charge, and an aid to Congressman James R. Jones, Mr. John Lynn, regarding changes to the supervision of the Veterinary Services branch of the Animal and Plan Health Inspection Service Department of the United States Department of Agriculture"]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_109_5_1_11_0000-Agriculture,%20Animal%20and%20Plant%20Health%20Inspection%20Service,%201973-1979/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_5_1_11_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence between a constituent and an aid to Congressman James R. Jones regarding changes to the supervision of the Veterinary Services branch of the Animal and Plan Health Inspection Service Department of the United States Department of Agriculture")
![["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 is addressed to Mr. Hubert A. Smith from Jacqui O'Neil, informing him that his correspondence to Congressman Jones will be brought to his attention upon his return to Washington. Mr. Smith expresses his support for legislation benefiting veterans and urges Congress to prioritize the needs of the people. He specifically mentions a bill concerning pensions for veterans and the importance of providing support to those who have served."]](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_3_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Jacqui O'Neil informs Mr. Smith that his letter will be addressed.")
![["The documents express concern about inflation and the need for fiscal stability and a balanced budget. Both writers emphasize the impact of inflation on those living on fixed incomes and urge cooperation between Congress and the President to address the issue."]](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_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on Inflation Concerns and Federal Budget Between Congressman James R. Jones and Citizen Harry D. Turner, 1973")
![["The first letter is from Congressman James R. Jones responding to a constituent's letter regarding President Nixon's efforts to control federal spending. Jones expresses concern over the growing national debt and states that he will carefully scrutinize all proposals related to spending. The second letter is from a constituent urging Jones to support Nixon's budget proposal as a way to combat inflation and maintain economic stability. The constituent congratulates Jones on his election and expresses hope for his success in 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_34_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on Federal Spending Control Efforts during Nixon's Presidency")
![["The document acknowledges the receipt of a letter concerning Veterans' pensions and mentions that proposed changes in disability payments have been revoked by the Veterans Administration. The writer also expresses concerns about the new rating system and compensation for veterans, and shares personal experiences with the struggles of accessing healthcare as a veteran. The writer urges the recipient to support veterans in their efforts to receive fair compensation and healthcare."]](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_3_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Letter acknowledges receipt, revokes changes in disability payments, expresses concerns.")
![["Mrs. Neal wrote to Congressman Jones asking for his support in President Nixon's efforts to control federal spending. Congressman Jones responded by expressing his concern over increasing federal expenditures and assuring Mrs. Neal that he will carefully scrutinize all proposals in order to protect the American taxpayer."]](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_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on Federal Budget Control Efforts between Congressman James R. Jones and Mrs. Cecil D. Neal, 1973")
![["The document from James R. Jones acknowledges receipt of a card from Warren Garner urging support for President Nixon's efforts to economize in government. Jones expresses his belief in fiscal conservatism and the need to address the deficits of the past four years. He promises to work on trimming waste in government spending. The second letter from Warren Garner is unclear and seems to express support for Nixon's efforts to cut spending and military expenses."]](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_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Letter from Congressman James R. Jones Regarding Fiscal Conservatism and Government Spending")
![["Mrs. Viola Moore expressed concern to Congressman James R. Jones about cuts in Veterans disability pensions. Congressman Jones agrees with her and informs her that legislation has been introduced to address the issue. He also agrees that this program should take priority over aid to North Vietnam."]](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_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Mrs. Moore concerned about cuts in Veterans pensions, Congressman agrees.")
![["Mrs. James V. Wintel and Mrs. Viola Moore called Congressman James R. Jones' office to express concern over cuts in Veterans disability pensions. Jones reassured them that legislation has been introduced to correct the situation and that he agrees with their priorities. Jones requested their addresses so he could keep them updated on the progress of the bill."]](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_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Mrs. Wintel and Mrs. Moore called Congressman Jones about Veterans pensions.")