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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_34_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Federal Budget Control Efforts between Congressman James R. Jones and Mrs. Cecil D. Neal, 1973
- Date:
- 1973-02-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_111_37_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Indian Events and Activities in Oklahoma City and Beyond
- Date:
- 1973-02-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_34_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Letter from Congressman James R. Jones Regarding Fiscal Conservatism and Government Spending
- Date:
- 1973-02-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Business--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_7_10_1_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Mrs. Moore concerned about cuts in Veterans pensions, Congressman agrees.
- Date:
- 1973-02-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_7_10_1_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Mrs. Wintel and Mrs. Moore called Congressman Jones about Veterans pensions.
- Date:
- 1973-02-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_7_10_1_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Silva wrote to Jones about cuts to veterans' disability payments.
- Date:
- 1973-02-24
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_7_10_1_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Congressman Jones supports protecting Disabled Veterans' Pensions and will assist.
- Date:
- 1973-02-24
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_7_10_1_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Esley concerned about cuts to Disabled Veterans' Pensions, seeks protection.
- Date:
- 1973-02-24
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Economics and Public Finance
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_7_10_2_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Letter urges Mn. Albert to vote for bill extending veterans' educational benefits.
- Date:
- 1973-02-24
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- 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)
![["Mrs. Neal wrote to Congressman Jones asking for his support in President Nixon's efforts to control federal spending. Congressman Jones responded by expressing his concern over increasing federal expenditures and assuring Mrs. Neal that he will carefully scrutinize all proposals in order to protect the American taxpayer."]](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_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on Federal Budget Control Efforts between Congressman James R. Jones and Mrs. Cecil D. Neal, 1973")
![["The document discusses the controversy surrounding the invitation of Choctaw Chief Harry Belvin to a festival in Talihina, Oklahoma. There is division within the Talihina Indian Club about whether or not Belvin should be invited. Some members support him, while others are against him. Despite the political tensions, Chief Belvin has contributed positively to the community, including the expansion of low-income housing and job opportunities. Ultimately, it is suggested that political differences should not overshadow the appreciation for Belvin's efforts in the community."]](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_111_37_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_111_37_0018_thumbnail.jpg "Indian Events and Activities in Oklahoma City and Beyond")
![["The document from James R. Jones acknowledges receipt of a card from Warren Garner urging support for President Nixon's efforts to economize in government. Jones expresses his belief in fiscal conservatism and the need to address the deficits of the past four years. He promises to work on trimming waste in government spending. The second letter from Warren Garner is unclear and seems to express support for Nixon's efforts to cut spending and military expenses."]](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_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Letter from Congressman James R. Jones Regarding Fiscal Conservatism and Government Spending")
![["Mrs. Viola Moore expressed concern to Congressman James R. Jones about cuts in Veterans disability pensions. Congressman Jones agrees with her and informs her that legislation has been introduced to address the issue. He also agrees that this program should take priority over aid to North Vietnam."]](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_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Mrs. Moore concerned about cuts in Veterans pensions, Congressman agrees.")
![["Mrs. James V. Wintel and Mrs. Viola Moore called Congressman James R. Jones' office to express concern over cuts in Veterans disability pensions. Jones reassured them that legislation has been introduced to correct the situation and that he agrees with their priorities. Jones requested their addresses so he could keep them updated on the progress of the bill."]](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_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Mrs. Wintel and Mrs. Moore called Congressman Jones about Veterans pensions.")
![["Pete Silva Jr. wrote a letter to Congressman James R. Jones expressing concern about proposed cuts to disability payments for Vietnam veterans. Congressman Jones assured Silva that he would oppose the cuts and work to protect veterans' payments. The proposal to reduce disability compensation was withdrawn, but there were still plans to revise disability ratings which would result in reduced benefits for some veterans. Congressman Dorn introduced legislation to block the plan and prevent the VA from altering ratings without congressional approval. The plan faced opposition from veterans' organizations and lawmakers."]](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_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Silva wrote to Jones about cuts to veterans' disability payments.")
![["Mrs. Helen Thompson received a response from Congressman James R. Jones acknowledging her concerns about Disabled Veterans' Pensions. The Veterans Administration's proposal to reduce disability compensation has been withdrawn, and legislation has been introduced to stabilize and freeze the schedule for rating disabilities to protect veterans' payments. Congressman Jones assured Mrs. Thompson that he will follow the hearings of the Bill closely and do all he can to help."]](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_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Congressman Jones supports protecting Disabled Veterans' Pensions and will assist.")
![["Richard A. Esley wrote a letter expressing concern about proposed cuts to Disabled Veterans' Pensions, which has since been withdrawn. Legislation has been introduced to stabilize and freeze disability compensation. James R. Jones, a Member of Congress, assures Esley that he will closely follow the hearings and do all he can to help protect veterans' payments. Esley, a disabled veteran, is worried about how he and other veterans will support themselves and their families with limited job opportunities due to disabilities. He feels betrayed by the President and hopes that something can be done to protect veterans' 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_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Esley concerned about cuts to Disabled Veterans' Pensions, seeks protection.")
![["The document is addressed to Mn. Albert and urges him to vote for a bill that would increase the time limitations for educational benefits for veterans. The writer, a veteran themselves, believes that veterans need more time to take advantage of these benefits. The document is signed by Breedlove Seo A. Breedlane."]](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_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Letter urges Mn. Albert to vote for bill extending veterans' educational benefits.")
![["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.")