James R. Jones Collection
Collection
Identifier: CAC-CC-109
CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0019
Digital Work
Identifier: CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0019
Dates:
2024-02-27 - 2024-02-27
Found in:
Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections
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James R. Jones Collection
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James R. Jones Legislative Series, 1968-1986
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Post Office and Civil Service, January-September, 1975
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Letter: Don R. Hood expressing disapproval of President Ford's proposal for a 5% wage freeze for postal employees. Hood believes that only workers in the private sector will seek and obtain wages to catch up with inflation. He requests that the American Postal Workers Union be given the opportunity to negotiate their temporary cost of living allowance into their base pay and receive an increase comparable to the private sector. Congressman James R. Jones acknowledges Hood's concerns and states that his remarks will be kept in mind as legislation on federal pay increases and the rights of postal employees is considered in Congress., 1975-05-03 - 1975-05-19
CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0020
Digital Work
Identifier: CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0020
Dates:
2024-02-27 - 2024-02-27
Found in:
Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections
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James R. Jones Collection
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James R. Jones Legislative Series, 1968-1986
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Post Office and Civil Service, January-September, 1975
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Letter: s from Duncan Nuckols, Center Manager of United Parcel Service, expressing concerns about H.R. 2445 which provides a 20% subsidy to the U.S. Postal Service. Nuckols believes this subsidy would give the Postal Service an unfair advantage in the parcel service industry. Congressman Jones informed Chairman James M. Hanley of the Postal Service Subcommittee about these concerns and promised to advocate on behalf of UPS., 1975-04-15 - 1975-05-19
CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0021
Digital Work
Identifier: CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0021
Dates:
2024-02-27 - 2024-02-27
Found in:
Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections
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James R. Jones Collection
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James R. Jones Legislative Series, 1968-1986
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Post Office and Civil Service, January-September, 1975
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Letter: to Congressman James R. Jones expressing disapproval of President Ford's proposal for a 5% wage freeze for postal employees. Young requested the opportunity for the American Postal Workers Union to negotiate their cost-of-living allowance into their base pay and requested support for legislation HR 55, HR 56, and HR 3000. Congressman Jones responded, thanking Young for his input and assuring him that the issue of cost-of-living allowance is being considered in contract negotiations and in legislation. Jones also expressed appreciation for Young's interest in postal service issues., 1975-05-20
CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0022
Digital Work
Identifier: CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0022
Dates:
2024-02-27 - 2024-02-27
Found in:
Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections
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James R. Jones Collection
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James R. Jones Legislative Series, 1968-1986
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Post Office and Civil Service, January-September, 1975
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Letter: from James R. Jones to Mr. John J. Estep discusses the status of H.R. 2455 and assures that provisions of concern to Mr. Estep are already in the bill. It mentions that amendments for the private express statute will likely be taken up separately. The second part of the text provides a legislative history of parcel post cost recovery, detailing how the system was established and the issues surrounding cost recovery. It also discusses the recommendations of the Kappel Commission for restructuring the Postal Service., 1975-06-02
CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0023
Digital Work
Identifier: CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0023
Dates:
2024-02-27 - 2024-02-27
Found in:
Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections
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James R. Jones Collection
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James R. Jones Legislative Series, 1968-1986
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Post Office and Civil Service, January-September, 1975
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The Battle Over Union Representation for Government Employees: A Legislative Analysis, 1974-11-11 - 1975-06-10
CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0024
Digital Work
Identifier: CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0024
Dates:
2024-02-27 - 2024-02-27
Found in:
Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections
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James R. Jones Collection
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James R. Jones Legislative Series, 1968-1986
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Post Office and Civil Service, January-September, 1975
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Letter: is a response to Mr. Robert C. Stephens' concerns about the U.S. Postal Service and the suggestion to close small post offices to save money. Congressman James R. Jones acknowledges the problems in the Postal Service and states that legislation is being worked on to address these issues. Mr. Stephens suggests closing some small post offices and eliminating Saturday deliveries to save money and improve efficiency., 1975-06-18
CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0025
Digital Work
Identifier: CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0025
Dates:
2024-02-27 - 2024-02-27
Found in:
Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections
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James R. Jones Collection
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James R. Jones Legislative Series, 1968-1986
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Post Office and Civil Service, January-September, 1975
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Letter: and informed him of two bills, H.R. 2044 and H.R. 3552, currently pending in committee. Jones assured Gantz that he would consider his views when voting on the issues. Gantz requested up-to-date information on the legislation from Jones' office., 1975-06-19
CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0026
Digital Work
Identifier: CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0026
Dates:
2024-02-27 - 2024-02-27
Found in:
Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections
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James R. Jones Collection
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James R. Jones Legislative Series, 1968-1986
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Post Office and Civil Service, January-September, 1975
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Letter: from Mr. Vandiver expresses concerns about the lack of merit principles being followed in federal job promotions, particularly in regards to well-qualified individuals being overlooked in favor of uneducated or minority individuals. He believes that Congress should study and address this issue to ensure that highly qualified individuals are not discriminated against in government employment. He requests that his comments be shared with the Subcommittee on Manpower and Civil Service., 1975-06-23
CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0027
Digital Work
Identifier: CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0027
Dates:
2024-02-27 - 2024-02-27
Found in:
Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections
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James R. Jones Collection
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James R. Jones Legislative Series, 1968-1986
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Post Office and Civil Service, January-September, 1975
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Letter: to Congressman James R. Jones urging support for H.R. 57, a bill to establish an arbitration board between postal supervisors and the Postal Service. Banks believes that consultation rights should be ensured for postal supervisors and hopes for passage of the legislation. Congressman Jones appreciates Banks' views and agrees that moves should be made to ensure consultation rights for postal supervisors., 1975-06-17 - 1975-06-24
CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0028
Digital Work
Identifier: CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0028
Dates:
2024-02-27 - 2024-02-27
Found in:
Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections
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James R. Jones Collection
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James R. Jones Legislative Series, 1968-1986
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Post Office and Civil Service, January-September, 1975
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Letter: James R. Jones, a Member of Congress, to J.B. Ray regarding legislation for greater retirement opportunities for certain employees of the Bureau of Indian Affairs. Jones informs Ray of the bills introduced in the House of Representatives and promises to work towards prompt and favorable passage of the legislation. Jones also mentions that hearings on the legislation will begin after the August Congressional recess., 1975-07-02