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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_7_10_3_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Congressman thanks for concern about veterans, discusses challenges faced by Vietnam veterans.
- Date:
- 1973-02-24
- Creator:
- Jones, James Robert, 1939-
- Policy Area:
- Labor and Employment, Social Welfare
- 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_0073
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Jones defends vote on Veterans Education and Rehabilitation Amendments Act.
- Date:
- 1974-12-04
- Creator:
- Jones, James Robert, 1939-
- Policy Area:
- Labor and Employment, Social Welfare
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_35_0042
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Congressional Correspondence on State of the Nation and Economic Concerns, 1975
- Date:
- 1975-01-20
- Creator:
- Jones, James Robert, 1939-
- Policy Area:
- Labor and Employment
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Business--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- 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_0040
- 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 Senator David F. Durenberger
- Date:
- 1985-06-07
- Creator:
- Jones, James Robert, 1939-
- Policy Area:
- Social Welfare, Labor and Employment
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Democratic Party (U.S.), Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress
- Congress:
- 99th (1985-1987)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_2_4_0017
- 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 Mr. Jerald Shipman regarding White House and Capitol building tours
- Date:
- 1985-06-14
- Creator:
- Jones, James Robert, 1939-
- Policy Area:
- Labor and Employment, Social Welfare
- Topic:
- Speeches, addresses, etc., Democratic Party (U.S.), Retirement
- 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_0027
- 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. Gerald E. Robb
- Date:
- 1985-06-17
- Creator:
- Jones, James Robert, 1939-
- Policy Area:
- Labor and Employment, Social Welfare, Health
- Topic:
- Gender identity., Democratic Party (U.S.)
- Congress:
- 99th (1985-1987)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_2_4_0030
- 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 Dana L. Ketcher
- Date:
- 1985-06-17
- Creator:
- Jones, James Robert, 1939-
- Policy Area:
- Labor and Employment, Social Welfare
- Topic:
- Democratic Party (U.S.), Indians of North America.
- Congress:
- 99th (1985-1987)
![["The document is a letter from Congressman James R. Jones to Mr. J.R. Vernon, thanking him for expressing concern about cuts in veterans pensions. The document mentions legislation introduced to address the issue and agrees that veterans' programs should take priority over aid to North Vietnam. The document also discusses the treatment of Vietnam veterans upon their return, highlighting the challenges they face in reintegrating into society. It mentions the psychological and societal impact of the war, particularly on those who served. The document also touches on the unequal sacrifice during the war, with the affluent being exempt from service."]](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_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Congressman thanks for concern about veterans, discusses challenges faced by Vietnam veterans.")
![["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.")
![["The document is a response from Congressman James R. Jones to a constituent, Earl Lee Flanagan, regarding his objection to Jones' vote to override the President's veto on the Veterans Education and Rehabilitation Amendments Act. Jones explains his reasons for supporting the bill, including representing the majority wishes of his district, the benefits of the bill for Vietnam veterans, and the long-term economic benefits of investing in education for veterans. Jones also reassures Flanagan that he is committed to reducing spending in a way that is consistent with citizen needs."]](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_0073_thumbnail.jpg "Jones defends vote on Veterans Education and Rehabilitation Amendments Act.")
![["The first letter is a response from Representative James R. Jones to a letter expressing concerns about the state of the nation's economy. Jones assures the sender that Congress is working on solving the issue of inflation and recession by cutting down on federal spending. The second letter expresses disappointment in the government's handling of the problem and suggests that the solution is simple, but unlikely to be implemented."]](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_35_0042_thumbnail.jpg "Congressional Correspondence on State of the Nation and Economic Concerns, 1975")
![["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")
![["James R. Jones, a member of Congress from Oklahoma, has agreed to join the Board of Directors of Americans for Generational Equity in response to a letter from Honorable David F. Durenberger. Jones expresses his interest and hopes to make a positive contribution to the foundation's work. He also mentions his desire to discuss the foundation further with Durenberger in the near future."]](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_0040_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence from Congressman James R. Jones in reply to Senator David F. Durenberger")
![["The document is a letter from James R. Jones, a Member of Congress from Oklahoma, responding to a constituent regarding a trip to Washington, DC. Jones regrets that Congressional tours are fully booked but provides information on public tours and encourages the constituent to reach out for further assistance. He also invites the constituent to visit his office while in town."]](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_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence from Congressman James R. Jones to Mr. Jerald Shipman regarding White House and Capitol building tours")
![["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")
![["James R. Jones, a member of Congress from Oklahoma, received a letter from a constituent regarding facsimile checks received from a direct mail organization. Jones' staff researched the legitimacy of the checks and found that they contained substantial overstatements of grant amounts and purposes. Jones assured the constituent that he would monitor unnecessary grants in the future."]](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_0027_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence from Congressman James R. Jones in reply to Mr. Gerald E. Robb")
![["The document is a letter from James R. Jones, a member of Congress from Oklahoma, in response to a letter from a constituent regarding difficulties with Higher Education Grants from the Cherokee Nation. Jones states that his office is in contact with the Cherokee Nation and will provide an update when more information is available. He offers further assistance and thanks the constituent for reaching out."]](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_0030_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence from Congressman James R. Jones in reply to Dana L. Ketcher")
