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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_26_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Letter of Appreciation for Support and Contribution from James R. Jones to Gerald Billis
- Date:
- 1972-10-10
- Creator:
- Jones, James Robert, 1939-
- Topic:
- Aerospace engineering, Science, Space exploration
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_26_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Between James R. Jones and Janell Ezell Regarding Campaign Support
- Date:
- 1972-10-17
- Creator:
- Jones, James Robert, 1939-
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_26_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Appreciation Letter to Leonard Eaton from James R. Jones
- Date:
- 1972-11-30
- Creator:
- Jones, James Robert, 1939-
- Topic:
- Small business--Law and legislation, Business--United States, Small business--Management
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_26_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Encouraging Letter to Jim Edmondson Following His Political Race in 1972
- Date:
- 1972-12-09
- Creator:
- Jones, James Robert, 1939-
- Topic:
- Civil rights--United States, African Americans
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_1_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Unreported Campaign Contributions and Expenditures Revealed in Amended Reports
- Date:
- 1973-01-01
- Creator:
- Jones, James Robert, 1939-
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Foreign relations
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_1_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Congressman James R. Jones Amends Previous Campaign Finance Reports, Reveals Higher Spending
- Date:
- 1973-01-01
- Creator:
- Jones, James Robert, 1939-
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_1_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Representative Jones Corrects Campaign Finance Report Errors
- Date:
- 1973-01-01
- Creator:
- Jones, James Robert, 1939-
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Business--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_1_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Congressman Jones Reveals Higher Campaign Spending in 1972
- Date:
- 1973-01-01
- Creator:
- Jones, James Robert, 1939-
- Topic:
- Business--United States, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_1_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Representative Jim Jones Proposes Reforms in Oklahoma Election Laws to Increase Transparency and Ease of Voting
- Date:
- 1973-01-01
- Creator:
- Jones, James Robert, 1939-
- Topic:
- Political corruption, Democratic Party (U.S.)
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_1_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Representative Jim Jones Proposes Reforms in Oklahoma Election Laws
- Date:
- 1973-01-01
- Creator:
- Jones, James Robert, 1939-
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
![["The document is from James R. Jones to Gerald Bliss, thanking him for the opportunity to speak to the Operating Engineers and for his contribution to Jones' campaign. Jones expresses gratitude for Bliss's support and friendship."]](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_26_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Letter of Appreciation for Support and Contribution from James R. Jones to Gerald Billis")
![["The document is a thank you letter from James R. Jones to Janell Ezell, secretary of the Wagoner County Democrat Women's Club, for their contribution and support to his campaign. Janell Ezell also sent a letter wishing Jones good luck in his campaign. Both letters express gratitude and support for each other."]](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_26_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Between James R. Jones and Janell Ezell Regarding Campaign Support")
![["The author, James R. Jones, is writing to thank Len for hosting a dinner for him and his wife. He expresses appreciation for Len's leadership at the National Bank of Tulsa and looks forward to a closer association in the future. Jones thanks Len for his support and mentions he will be seeking his advice and opinions 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_22_1_0000-District%20Office,%20Jones%20Clippings,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_4_22_26_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Appreciation Letter to Leonard Eaton from James R. Jones")
![["James R. Jones congratulates Jim on his recent political race and encourages him to continue his interest in public service. Jones has recommended Jim for a position in the Administration to use his talents for the State of Oklahoma. He looks forward to seeing Jim again and sends his best wishes to his family."]](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_26_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Encouraging Letter to Jim Edmondson Following His Political Race in 1972")
![["Jones' campaign contributions received by September 7, 1973, were $8,475, which amounted to over 11% of his total campaign contributions of $72,075.50. He disclosed new contributions and expenditures in an amended report filed on September 10, including contributions from various individuals and organizations, as well as expenditures on yard signs, printing, media production, office supplies, and an election party. Jones spent more on communications media than the legal limit allowed. He also discovered errors in his bookkeeping that resulted in underreporting payments to BMC Advertising. Despite these discrepancies, Jones had $1,488.67 cash on hand as of September 10, 1973."]](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_1_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Unreported Campaign Contributions and Expenditures Revealed in Amended Reports")
![["Tulsa Democratic Congressman James R. Jones amended his campaign financing reports to show he received and spent more money in his 1972 congressional campaign than previously reported. He claimed the discrepancies were due to bookkeeping errors and not intentional. Jones received a \"clean bill of health\" from the clerk of the House, who oversees campaign financing violations."]](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_1_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Congressman James R. Jones Amends Previous Campaign Finance Reports, Reveals Higher Spending")
![["Representative James R. Jones of Oklahoma filed amended campaign finance reports showing he received more contributions and spent more money than previously reported due to bookkeeping errors during his 1972 campaign. He attributed the discrepancies to volunteers managing his records and not being able to afford a professional accountant. After amending his reports, he received approval from the clerk of the United States House."]](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_1_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Representative Jones Corrects Campaign Finance Report Errors")
![["Tulsa Democratic Congressman James R. Jones belatedly disclosed that he accepted and spent more money in his 1972 congressional campaign than previously reported. He amended his campaign financing reports and received a \"clean bill of health\" from the clerk of the House, who supervises campaign financing violations. Jones claimed the discrepancies were bookkeeping errors and not intentional."]](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_1_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Congressman Jones Reveals Higher Campaign Spending in 1972")
![["Representative Jim Jones proposed reforms in Oklahoma election laws to increase transparency and accountability in political contributions and expenses. His proposals include periodic reporting of expenses and contributions, granting contributors the option of a tax credit, banning cash contributions over $20, and restricting candidates from mingling personal funds with campaign funds. Jones also suggested increasing the number of registrars and making voter registration more accessible."]](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_1_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Representative Jim Jones Proposes Reforms in Oklahoma Election Laws to Increase Transparency and Ease of Voting")
![["Representative Jim Jones proposed reforms to Oklahoma election laws to increase transparency in political contributions, make it easier for Oklahomans to register and vote, and restrict certain campaign practices. Key proposals include periodic reporting of expenses and contributions, granting contributors the option of a tax credit, limiting cash contributions to candidates, and prohibiting mingling of personal funds with campaign funds. Additional proposals include establishing limits for loans, restricting candidates to one campaign committee, and increasing the number and availability of voter registrars. Jones also recommended other disclosure requirements to increase transparency in campaign financing."]](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_1_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Representative Jim Jones Proposes Reforms in Oklahoma Election Laws")