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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_28_0027
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Letter Exchange Regarding Impeachment Proceedings and other National Issues between Congressman James R. Jones and Mr. Carl T. Etter
- Date:
- 1974-02-19
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_7_10_2_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Acknowledges receipt of request, supports bill, asks for information sharing.
- Date:
- 1974-02-21
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Economics and Public Finance
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_24_0050
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- 1974 Congressional Report: Enhancing Education and Rehabilitation Benefits for Vietnam-era Veterans
- Date:
- 1974-02-22
- Creator:
- Jones, James Robert, 1939-
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_7_10_2_0025
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Bruce Murray urges Congressman Jones to support bill extending G.I. Bill benefits for veterans.
- Date:
- 1974-02-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_7_10_1_0032
- 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 veterans' disability compensation legislation.
- Date:
- 1974-02-25
- Creator:
- Jones, James Robert, 1939-
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_7_10_1_0031
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Congressman Jones thanks Alderson for support and promises to consider veterans' bills.
- Date:
- 1974-02-25
- Creator:
- Jones, James Robert, 1939-
- Policy Area:
- Social Welfare, Labor and Employment
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_7_10_2_0022
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Murray urged support for bill, Jones responded with gratitude and update.
- Date:
- 1974-02-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_7_10_2_0023
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Manships wrote to Congressman Jones supporting G.I. Bill extension, acknowledged.
- Date:
- 1974-02-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_28_0024
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Letter of Well Wishes and Support from Congressman James R. Jones to Hospitalized Ms. Yla Eason
- Date:
- 1974-02-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Education, Higher--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_24_0036
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Discussion on Drug Abuse in the Military: A 1974 Meeting in Tulsa County Library
- Date:
- 1974-02-28
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
![["The document is a letter from Congressman James R. Jones in response to a letter from Carl T. Etter regarding his opinions on impeachment and other national issues. Jones explains the process of impeachment investigations and expresses his intention to keep an open mind based on legal evidence. Etter's letter includes his concerns about the Watergate scandal, the media's coverage of it, and his views on political morality and freedom of the press. Etter criticizes the handling of the Watergate scandal and expresses support for President Nixon."]](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_0027_thumbnail.jpg "Letter Exchange Regarding Impeachment Proceedings and other National Issues between Congressman James R. Jones and Mr. Carl T. Etter")
![["The document acknowledges receipt of a request to support Senator Cranston's bill to extend G.I. benefits. The writer supports a similar bill that passed in the House and thanks the sender for their input. The document also asks for the information to be shared with others."]](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_0020_thumbnail.jpg "Acknowledges receipt of request, supports bill, asks for information sharing.")
![["Congressman James R. Jones reported on the House of Representatives voting to pass the Veterans' Education and Rehabilitation Amendments of 1974 on February 19, 1974. The bill includes provisions such as increased educational assistance allowances, extended eligibility for training, and support for widows of veterans. The aim is to provide Vietnam-era veterans with the necessary resources to further their education and employment opportunities in light of inflation and rising costs. Jones emphasizes the importance of supporting those who have served their country and highlights the benefits of increased educational and vocational assistance for society as a whole."]](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_24_0050_thumbnail.jpg "1974 Congressional Report: Enhancing Education and Rehabilitation Benefits for Vietnam-era Veterans")
![["Bruce Murray writes to Congressman James R. Jones urging support for Senator Cranston's bill to extend G.I. Bill benefits. Murray, a navy veteran, shares his personal experience and highlights the importance of extending entitlement for educational benefits. Congressman Jones acknowledges Murray's letter and assures him of his support for the bill, emphasizing the benefits it would provide for veterans like Murray. Murray urges Congressman Jones to vote for the passage of the bill, emphasizing its importance for veterans and the country as a whole."]](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_0025_thumbnail.jpg "Bruce Murray urges Congressman Jones to support bill extending G.I. Bill benefits for veterans.")
![["The document is a response from Congressman James R. Jones to a letter from Mr. William B. Lindley urging support for legislation to increase veterans' disability compensation. Congressman Jones acknowledges the concern and informs Mr. Lindley that the bills are pending in the respective committees. He assures Mr. Lindley that he will follow the progress of the bills and be responsive to the needs of veterans. The document also includes a request from Mr. Lindley for Congressman Jones to introduce legislation to support the bills and to prevent any reduction in personal compensation due to an increase in social security benefits."]](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_0032_thumbnail.jpg "Congressman Jones acknowledges support for veterans' disability compensation legislation.")
![["The document is a response from Congressman James R. Jones to Sherman Alderson, acknowledging receipt of his letter urging support for upcoming veterans' bills. Congressman Jones expresses appreciation for the concern and assures Alderson that he will carefully consider the bills and continue 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_0031_thumbnail.jpg "Congressman Jones thanks Alderson for support and promises to consider veterans' bills.")
![["Raymond E. Murray wrote a letter to Congressman James R. Jones urging his support for S. 2784, a bill to extend entitlement for G.I. Bill benefits. Congressman Jones responded, acknowledging receipt of the letter and informing Murray that a similar bill, H.R. 12628, had been passed by the House with his support. Jones thanked Murray for sharing his views."]](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_0022_thumbnail.jpg "Murray urged support for bill, Jones responded with gratitude and update.")
![["Mr. and Mrs. Manship wrote a letter to Congressman James R. Jones urging support for Senator Cranston's bill to extend G.I. Bill benefits. Congressman Jones acknowledged their letter and informed them that a similar bill had been passed by the House, increasing benefits and extending eligibility. He thanked them for sharing their views."]](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_0023_thumbnail.jpg "Manships wrote to Congressman Jones supporting G.I. Bill extension, acknowledged.")
![["The document is a letter from Congressman James R. Jones to Ms. Yla Eason, who is a former employee, expressing sadness at hearing about her hospitalization and wishing her a speedy recovery. He also invites her to visit Washington and says hello to everyone."]](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_0024_thumbnail.jpg "Letter of Well Wishes and Support from Congressman James R. Jones to Hospitalized Ms. Yla Eason")
![["A meeting was held to discuss drug abuse in the military and rehabilitation for military personnel and veterans. Various factors contributing to drug abuse were discussed, such as dissatisfaction with job assignments and cultural acceptance of drugs in foreign countries. Questions were raised about the screening of individuals dispensing drugs, the treatment of drug-related problems, and the qualifications of military personnel counseling service members. It was noted that discharge decisions are often based on behavior rather than drug dependency, and more emphasis should be placed on understanding the contributing factors leading to misconduct. The Veterans Administration focuses on rehabilitation, while the military sees its role as upholding federal policies. The complexity of drug abuse causes, including cultural influences and discontent, was highlighted, and it was suggested that education programs may not be effective in reducing drug use. The importance of understanding individual backgrounds and factors leading to trouble was emphasized, and it was noted that the Veterans Administration only accepts veterans with a General Discharge. Overall, the meeting concluded that more emphasis should be placed on rehabilitation and understanding"]](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_24_0036_thumbnail.jpg "Discussion on Drug Abuse in the Military: A 1974 Meeting in Tulsa County Library")