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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_34_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Fact-Checking Federal Spending: A Review of Claims in Playboy Magazine's 'Who's Doing What With Your Money'
- Date:
- 1973-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Retirement, Inflation (Finance), United States--Appropriations and expenditures
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_34_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Between Thomas E. Carter and Congressman James R. Jones Regarding Federal Budget and Taxation
- Date:
- 1973-02-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Economics and Public Finance
- Topic:
- Inflation (Finance)
- 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_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Mrs. Vanover wrote to Congressman Jones about veterans' pension reduction. Congressman responded positively.
- Date:
- 1973-05-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Inflation (Finance)
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_34_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Congressman Responds to Constituent's Concerns Over Proposed Tax Increase
- Date:
- 1973-09-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Inflation (Finance)
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_34_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Congressman's Response to Concerns Over Federal Spending and Inflation
- Date:
- 1973-09-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Economics and Public Finance
- Topic:
- Inflation (Finance), Banks and banking--United States, Business--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_34_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence between Congressman James R. Jones and Constituent L.W. Durham Regarding Proposed Tax Increase
- Date:
- 1973-09-30
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Inflation (Finance), Democratic Party (U.S.)
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
![["The document provides a response to a request regarding the validity of statements made in a Playboy magazine article on Federal spending. It mentions that total Federal spending for the items mentioned in the article is less than $6.5 million, with the exclusion of a large item reducing the total to about $2.3 million. The document also addresses specific items mentioned in the article, such as a D.C. urban renewal project, Navy programs, a heroin hotline, and the Alaskan Chateau. It includes information from the General Accounting Office and other sources to verify or provide additional context on the mentioned items. Additionally, it discusses an Interdepartmental Screw-Thread Committee and a study by the Food and Drug Administration on safety standards for children's products."]](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_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Fact-Checking Federal Spending: A Review of Claims in Playboy Magazine's 'Who's Doing What With Your Money'")
![["Thomas E. Carter, the Executive Secretary of The Baptist Foundation of Oklahoma, wrote a letter to Congressman James Jones expressing his concerns about the increasing cost of government and the national debt. Carter believes that social security is not a sustainable retirement program and suggests implementing a surcharge tax to reduce the growing debt. He urges Congressman Jones to consider these issues and not prioritize \"giveaway\" programs for political gain."]](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_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Between Thomas E. Carter and Congressman James R. Jones Regarding Federal Budget and Taxation")
![["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")
![["Mrs. Elva Vanover wrote a letter to Congressman James R. Jones regarding legislation dealing with veterans' pensions. She requested that the reduction or termination of veteran pensions due to a decrease in outside income be restored. Congressman Jones responded, stating that there are bills pending before the House Committee on Veterans Affairs to address this issue, and he will give them careful consideration. He assured Mrs. Vanover of his commitment to supporting the welfare of those who have served their country."]](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_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Mrs. Vanover wrote to Congressman Jones about veterans' pension reduction. Congressman responded positively.")
![["Mrs. Gonzalez wrote to Congressman James R. Jones expressing concern over the administration's proposal to increase taxes, which she believes would negatively impact working people. She feels that taxes are already too high and questions where the money is being spent, particularly on things like war and the space race. Mrs. Gonzalez urges Congressman Jones to vote against any further tax increases and work towards restoring equality and justice for all in America."]](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_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Congressman Responds to Constituent's Concerns Over Proposed Tax Increase")
![["The document is discussing concerns over federal spending and inflation, advocating for responsible budgeting and control over spending by Congress. It criticizes the current Administration's economic policies and accumulation of national debt. The document urges for legislation to curb spending and keep the budget in balance to promote economic growth and prosperity."]](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_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Congressman's Response to Concerns Over Federal Spending and Inflation")
![["Mr. Durham wrote to Congressman James R. Jones expressing his concern over the proposed tax increase, citing the burden it would place on families already struggling with rising living costs. He also questioned the reasons behind the tax hikes in Tulsa County, stating that some residents have seen their taxes triple without any corresponding improvements. Congressman Jones reassured Mr. Durham that Congress is working to hold down federal spending and that he would consider his concerns when voting on the tax increase."]](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_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence between Congressman James R. Jones and Constituent L.W. Durham Regarding Proposed Tax Increase")