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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_24_0055
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Possible Drug Issue Concerning Rodney Sherwin: Inter-Office Correspondence
- Date:
- 1976-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Retirement, Constituents communication with members of the United States Congress
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_29_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Case of Unreceived Wired Money: An Inquiry by Congressman James R. Jones
- Date:
- 1976-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Campaign management--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_29_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Investigation into Incorrectly Issued Parking Ticket Summons for Ray Edwards
- Date:
- 1976-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_PP_075_1_2_3_0029
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Paula Unruh Collection
- Title:
- 1976 Trunk Club Membership Reception Acceptance Form
- Date:
- 1976-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_11_0093
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Over Potential Minimum Wage Increase Legislation
- Date:
- 1976-01-02
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Taxation--Law and legislation--Oklahoma, Business--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_139_18_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Regarding Approved Billing Forms from Talihina Indian Hospital
- Date:
- 1976-01-04
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_3_0031
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Decentralization and Participation: A Discussion on the Reform of Local Government in the U.S. - Letter to Mrs. La Donna Harris, 1976
- Date:
- 1976-01-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Education--United States, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_36_0035
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Congressman James R. Jones Responds to Citizen's Concerns on Federal Spending and Government Junketing
- Date:
- 1976-01-07
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_140_37_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- FY 1977 Budget Proposal for Indian Programs
- Date:
- 1976-01-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_29_21_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Improving American Indian Policy: A Comprehensive Review of the Bureau of Indian Affairs Management Study
- Date:
- 1976-01-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cayuga Nation, Caddo Nation, Quapaw Nation, Menominee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
![["There is concern about a potential drug problem with a person named Rodney Sherwin due to the rapid deterioration of his personality, despite there being no concrete evidence in his record."]](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_0055_thumbnail.jpg "Possible Drug Issue Concerning Rodney Sherwin: Inter-Office Correspondence")
![["The document is a letter from Earl T. Eberhart to John Stuart, detailing a case where money wired to London did not arrive before Eberhart had to leave. Eberhart ordered $2143.13 to be wired to Bank of America in London, but the money did not arrive before his departure. Tracers have been sent to locate the money, but Eberhart has been unable to find it. The document includes details of the transaction and attempts to recover the money."]](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_29_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Case of Unreceived Wired Money: An Inquiry by Congressman James R. Jones")
![["Mr. Clarence (Ray) Edwards received a summons from the Federal District Court of Eastern Virginia for nonpayment of parking tickets at the Pentagon, but claimed he had not been in Washington in years and did not own the vehicle in question. It was discovered that the license plate was registered to his wife, and the car belonged to someone else in Tulsa. Edwards was advised to contact the Court and the Tax Commission to resolve the issue. Edwards was pleased and relieved after the matter was clarified."]](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_29_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Investigation into Incorrectly Issued Parking Ticket Summons for Ray Edwards")
![["George Forees has accepted an invitation to a reception with John Connally and has enclosed a check for tickets. Personal information is required for the event and a report has been filed with the Federal Election Commission."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Paula%20Unruh%20Collection,%201964-2009/CAC_PP_075_1_2_3_0000%20%20-%20Connally,%20John-Campaign%20of%201980,%20undated,%201978-1980/Thumbnails/CAC_PP_075_1_2_3_0029_thumbnail.jpg "1976 Trunk Club Membership Reception Acceptance Form")
![["The document informs Larry Pruitt about the possibility of Congress enacting legislation to increase the minimum wage to $3.00 an hour. However, the legislation is still in committee and the chances of it passing are slim. James R. Jones shares Larry's concerns about the effects of the legislation and offers his 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_22_11_0000-District%20Office,%20P%20%5B1%20of%202%5D/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_4_22_11_0093_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Over Potential Minimum Wage Increase Legislation")
![["The LeFlore County Memorial Hospital is facing delays and inefficiencies in obtaining approved billing forms from the Talihina Indian Hospital. Congressman Carl Albert has been contacted for assistance, and the Indian Health Service has acknowledged the issue and is working to resolve it. The hospital is seeking help to address the ongoing problem and ensure timely processing of necessary documents."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_139_18_0000%20--%20Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20-%20Indian%20Health%20Service%20-%20Hospitals,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_139_18_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Regarding Approved Billing Forms from Talihina Indian Hospital")
![["The letter discusses the importance of decentralization and participation in local government in the U.S., citing five major decentralizing forces at work. It emphasizes the need for communities to have more control over their own affairs and for federal action to support participation and decentralization. The writer suggests gathering information about local organizational efforts and analyzing how federal regulations and financial aid can promote these goals. They express a willingness to continue the discussion with the recipient and their colleagues."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_3_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Americans%20for%20Indian%20Opportunity%20(AIO),%201966-1976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_3_0031_thumbnail.jpg "Decentralization and Participation: A Discussion on the Reform of Local Government in the U.S. - Letter to Mrs. La Donna Harris, 1976")
![["Harry Peeler wrote a letter to Congressman James Jones expressing his concerns about federal spending, specifically addressing wasteful spending in social programs and \"Congressional junketing\". Peeler is frustrated with the misuse of taxpayer money and urges Jones to work with other politicians to cut the budget and eliminate unnecessary programs. Jones responds by agreeing with Peeler's views on cutting federal spending and mentions the importance of understanding constituents' views. He also defends his participation in overseas trips as necessary for his role as a Member of 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_36_0035_thumbnail.jpg "Congressman James R. Jones Responds to Citizen's Concerns on Federal Spending and Government Junketing")
![["The document is a news release from the Office of the Secretary regarding the budget for Indian programs in FY 1977. The total outlays are set at $1.05 billion, with a decrease in funding for the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. The budget includes new funding for the implementation of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act. Funds are also allocated for tribal grants, technical assistance, and tribal resource development. Funding for the Indian Loan Guaranty program is proposed to double. There are no funds allocated for education assistance provisions, and some construction activities have been reduced."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_140_37_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20General,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_140_37_0003_thumbnail.jpg "FY 1977 Budget Proposal for Indian Programs")
![["The American Indian Policy Review Commission conducted a management study of the Bureau of Indian Affairs to identify problems and make recommendations for better service delivery to Indian people. The study involved private and public sector collaboration and recommended aggressive implementation for self-determination for Indian people. The Bureau of Indian Affairs, a complex organization vulnerable to inefficiency, has been a frequent target of criticism. The commission was created to review the historical and legal developments of the federal government's relationship with Indian people and make revisions to policies and programs for their benefit. The management study involved a preliminary survey to evaluate decision-making processes and information systems within the BIA."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_29_21_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20American%20Indian%20Policy%20Review%20Commission,%20BIA/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_29_21_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Improving American Indian Policy: A Comprehensive Review of the Bureau of Indian Affairs Management Study")