Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Correspondence Between Thomas E. Carter and Congressman James R. Jones Regarding Federal Budget and Taxation 1973-02-05 1973-02-05 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975) James R. 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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. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Congressman's Response to Concerns Over Federal Spending and Inflation 1973-09-27 1973-09-27 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975) James R. Jones Collection CAC_CC_109_4_0000, Box 22, Folder 34, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/70 CAC_CC_109_4_22_34_0017 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 https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/864124 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/CAC_CC_109_4_22_34_0017.pdf correspondence Economics and Public Finance Inflation (Finance); Banks and banking--United States; Business--United States 2 Pages 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. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Creider expresses concern about bill veto, urges support for veterans. 1974-11-04 1974-11-04 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975) James R. Jones Collection CAC_CC_109_7_10_2_0000, Box 10, Folder 2, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/70 CAC_CC_109_7_10_2_0056 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_0056_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/871257 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/CAC_CC_109_7_10_2_0056.pdf correspondence Economics and Public Finance Inflation (Finance) 2 Pages The document is a correspondence between Mr. James M. Creider and Congressman James R. Jones about the Veterans Educational Benefits Act. Creider expresses concern about President Ford potentially vetoing the bill while giving amnesty to draft dodgers. He urges Congressman Jones to support the bill and not to let veterans suffer financially. Congressman Jones assures Creider that he will do his best to ensure the bill is enacted into law. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Letter to Congressman Jones Regarding President Ford's Proposed Tax Cuts and Gasoline Price Increases 1975-01-01 1975-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 94th (1975-1977) James R. Jones Collection CAC_CC_109_4_0000, Box 22, Folder 35, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/70 CAC_CC_109_4_22_35_0006 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_0006_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/864139 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/CAC_CC_109_4_22_35_0006.pdf correspondence Economics and Public Finance Inflation (Finance) 1 Page The author of the letter expresses frustration and anger towards President Ford's proposed tax cuts and gasoline price increases, arguing that working people are already struggling to make ends meet and cannot afford to pay more for gas. The author also criticizes Ford's suggestion to limit pay increases for federal employees to 05%, pointing out the disparity between wage increases and the cost of living. The author believes that the wealthy are not affected by these economic hardships and calls for government officials to be more in touch with the struggles of the working class. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK 1975 Letter to Congressman James R. Jones Expressing Opinions on National Issues 1975-01-01 1975-01-01 Jones, James Robert, 1939- http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 94th (1975-1977) James R. Jones Collection CAC_CC_109_4_0000, Box 22, Folder 35, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/70 CAC_CC_109_4_22_35_0035 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_0035_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/864168 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/CAC_CC_109_4_22_35_0035.pdf correspondence Economics and Public Finance Inflation (Finance); Education--United States 2 Pages The author expresses their opinion to Congressman James R. Jones about the national debt, proposed budget cuts, energy policy, and government interference in the oil industry. They suggest rationing gasoline, getting the government out of the oil business, and finding new energy sources. They also recommend looking at the fishing industry in 1973 as a model for improvement. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Letter to Congressman James R. Jones Regarding President Ford's Economic and Energy Proposals 1975-01-24 1975-01-24 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 94th (1975-1977) James R. Jones Collection CAC_CC_109_4_0000, Box 22, Folder 35, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/70 CAC_CC_109_4_22_35_0043 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_0043_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/864176 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/CAC_CC_109_4_22_35_0043.pdf correspondence Economics and Public Finance Inflation (Finance); Business--United States 2 Pages The author of the letter expresses mixed emotions about President Ford's economic and energy proposals. They support tax rebates and corporate tax breaks to stimulate demand and production but are alarmed by the potential impact of higher fuel prices. They suggest taxing imported oil and implementing price ceilings on certain fuels to mitigate inflationary effects. The author also advocates for alternative energy sources, mass transit, and raising the minimum age for drivers to reduce gas consumption. They request the Congressman's views on the proposals. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK 1976 Letter from E.A. Smith to President-Elect Jimmy Carter 1976-11-08 1976-11-08 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 94th (1975-1977) James R. Jones Collection CAC_CC_109_4_0000, Box 22, Folder 36, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/70 CAC_CC_109_4_22_36_0039 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_0039_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/864228 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/CAC_CC_109_4_22_36_0039.pdf correspondence Economics and Public Finance Banks and banking--United States; Inflation (Finance) 2 Pages The document is addressed to President Elect Jimmy Carter from E.A. Smith, Chairman of the Board of Service Drilling Co. In the letter, Smith expresses concerns about the challenges Carter will face in fulfilling his campaign promises, particularly in relation to reducing taxes and balancing the budget. Smith urges Carter to be a statesman rather than a politician and to proceed slowly in implementing his policies to achieve successful results. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Concerns Over OSHA's Costly Office Move: A Blow to Taxpayers 1977-05-22 1977-05-22 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 95th (1977-1979) James R. Jones Collection CAC_CC_109_4_0000, Box 22, Folder 37, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/70 CAC_CC_109_4_22_37_0005 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_37_0005_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/864237 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/CAC_CC_109_4_22_37_0005.pdf correspondence Economics and Public Finance Education--United States; Banks and banking--United States; Inflation (Finance) 2 Pages The document discusses the relocation of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's Tulsa office to a new building, which will cost the government more but meet strict fire safety rules. The move is part of a program to create public service jobs in Tulsa, despite low unemployment rates in the area. The document criticizes the government's approach to addressing unemployment and questions the effectiveness of throwing money at the problem. It also highlights the challenges faced by government agencies in managing unemployment issues. Text