James R. Jones Collection
Collection
Identifier: CAC-CC-109
CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0039
Digital Work
Identifier: CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0039
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: Kenneth N. Cox to Congressman Jim Jones expressing support for bills S-509 and HR-5858 which provide early retirement incentives for Bureau of Indian Affairs and Indian Health Service employees. Cox highlights the obstacles faced by non-Indian employees due to Indian preference for promotions and the need for greater opportunities for Indian employees. He also addresses the opposition from the Civil Service Commission and urges Congressman Jones to push for hearings and favorable action on the bill. Cox believes that this legislation is necessary to address the challenges faced by employees in the BIA., 1975-08-26 - 1975-09-04
CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0040
Digital Work
Identifier: CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0040
Dates:
2024-02-27 - 2024-02-27
CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0041
Digital Work
Identifier: CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0041
Dates:
2024-02-27 - 2024-02-27
CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0042
Digital Work
Identifier: CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0042
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: Congressman James R. Jones responding to a constituent's concerns about fiscal responsibility and distrust in institutions. Jones explains his voting record and efforts to engage with constituents. The second letter is from C.R. Gustafson expressing frustration with Congress's salary increases and lack of action on issues like inflation and gas shortages. Gustafson questions the ethics of the salary increase and criticizes Congress for not addressing the needs of the nation., 1975-09-11
CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0043
Digital Work
Identifier: CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0043
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: dated September 11, 1975, James R. Jones, a Member of Congress, thanks Mr. Johnson D. Hill for his comments regarding the Postal Service. Jones mentions that the House Post Office Committee is working on legislation to improve postal services, including increasing federal subsidies and separating the budget of the Postal Rate Commission. Jones assures Hill that he will support improvements in postal services and keep postage costs down. Hill had previously written to Harold E. Holland at the Postal Service regarding mail delivery issues in Tulsa., 1975-09-08 - 1975-09-11
CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0044
Digital Work
Identifier: CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0044
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 informing him that a resolution disapproving the President's recommendation has been favorably reported by the Senate Post Office and Civil Service Committee. If passed, the pay increase for federal employees will be 8.66%. Jones appreciates Siler's concern and offers to be of service as his Representative., 1975-09-11
CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0045
Digital Work
Identifier: CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0045
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: Dexter Sutterfield to Hon. James Jones expressing concern about the proposed 5% pay increase for federal employees. Sutterfield argues that federal workers do not have expense accounts like Congress and depend on their salaries for their livelihood. He points out that the private sector has given larger pay increases in recent years and urges Jones to overturn President Ford's proposal. Jones responds, thanking Sutterfield for his letter and informing him that a resolution disapproving the President's recommendation has been favorably reported by the Senate Post Office and Civil Service Committee. If passed, the pay increase for federal employees will be 8.66% instead of 5%. Jones appreciates Sutterfield's concern and assures him of his willingness to be of service as his Representative., 1975-09-08 - 1975-09-11
CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0046
Digital Work
Identifier: CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0046
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 Gary A. Davis, President of Local 386 of the National Federation of Federal Employees Union, to Representative James R. Jones, requesting support in defeating President Ford's proposal to limit the pay increase for federal employees to 5% instead of the recommended 8.66%. Davis argues that the proposed increase is necessary to keep up with rising prices and maintain essential needs. Representative Jones responds, thanking Davis for his concern and informing him that a resolution disapproving the President's recommendation has been reported by the Senate Post office and Civil Service Committee, which could result in a higher pay increase for federal employees., 1975-09-11
CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0047
Digital Work
Identifier: CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0047
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, responding to a letter from Donald G. Potter regarding three bills affecting Postal Service employees. The bills are at various stages of Congressional consideration, with one bill allowing federal and postal employees to participate in politics, another bill making alterations to the Postal Service, and a third bill exempting the first $5,000 earned by retirees from taxation. Jones appreciates Potter's input and will consider his views as the bills progress., 1975-09-12
CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0048
Digital Work
Identifier: CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0048
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, a Member of Congress, responding to a constituent's concerns about the deteriorating quality of postal delivery service. Jones mentions a bill that has been completed to amend the Postal Reorganization Act in order to improve the Postal Service. Additionally, there is a letter to the editor discussing the issue of free government mail and its impact on the Postal Service's financial situation. Lastly, there is a transmittal memo from Leslie L. Conner, an attorney, requesting information from James., 1975-09-12