Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Confusion and Inconsistencies in Food Stamp Distribution: A Case Study of the Pendergrast Family 1976-01-01 1976-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 96th (1979-1981); 94th (1975-1977); 95th (1977-1979) James R. Jones Collection CAC_CC_109_4_0000, Box 22, Folder 11, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/70 CAC_CC_109_4_22_11_0023 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Correspondence%20Series,%201968-1986%20/CAC_CC_109_4_22_11_0000-District%20Office,%20P%20%5B1%20of%202%5D/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_4_22_11_0023_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/863522 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Correspondence%20Series,%201968-1986%20/CAC_CC_109_4_22_11_0000-District%20Office,%20P%20%5B1%20of%202%5D/CAC_CC_109_4_22_11_0023.pdf correspondence Foreign relations 1 Page Mrs. Pendergrast called the district office regarding confusion with food stamp rules and regulations. Despite providing additional information on time, they were told they would not receive food stamps for the month. Case workers were overwhelmed with work and did not process their case in time. Mrs. Pendergrast was advised to apply for benefits around the first of the month and to make sure to have receipts for two months. Additionally, medical bills paid after the 20th cannot be counted towards the following month's food stamps. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Congressman James R. Jones' Interaction Regarding Presidential Scholars Program 1976-01-01 1976-01-01 Jones, James Robert, 1939- http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 94th (1975-1977); 95th (1977-1979); 96th (1979-1981) James R. Jones Collection CAC_CC_109_4_0000, Box 22, Folder 11, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/70 CAC_CC_109_4_22_11_0025 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Correspondence%20Series,%201968-1986%20/CAC_CC_109_4_22_11_0000-District%20Office,%20P%20%5B1%20of%202%5D/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_4_22_11_0025_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/863524 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Correspondence%20Series,%201968-1986%20/CAC_CC_109_4_22_11_0000-District%20Office,%20P%20%5B1%20of%202%5D/CAC_CC_109_4_22_11_0025.pdf correspondence Foreign relations; Banks and banking--United States 1 Page James R. Jones provides information about the Presidential Scholars program, which honors 120 students each year based on academic achievements and activities. The program does not provide monetary awards but is considered a great honor. Students are selected by the Office of Gifted and Talented and attend events in Washington, D.C. in June. Jones is looking into the possibility of nominating someone for the program and has ordered more information for a constituent interested in having her daughter nominated. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Letter of Recommendation for Ron Roszel 1976-01-01 1976-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 96th (1979-1981); 94th (1975-1977); 95th (1977-1979) James R. Jones Collection CAC_CC_109_4_0000, Box 22, Folder 11, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/70 CAC_CC_109_4_22_11_0038 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Correspondence%20Series,%201968-1986%20/CAC_CC_109_4_22_11_0000-District%20Office,%20P%20%5B1%20of%202%5D/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_4_22_11_0038_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/863537 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Correspondence%20Series,%201968-1986%20/CAC_CC_109_4_22_11_0000-District%20Office,%20P%20%5B1%20of%202%5D/CAC_CC_109_4_22_11_0038.pdf correspondence Foreign relations; Business--United States 1 Page The document is a letter of recommendation for Ron Roszel, written by JRJ on 11/4/76. JRJ praises Ron's integrity, ability, hard work, and devotion to public service. JRJ recommends Ron for any position of responsibility, confident that he would carry out his duties honestly and forthrightly. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Congressman Invites Independent Order of Foresters to Hold Regional Bowling Tournament in Tulsa 1978-03-10 1978-03-10 Jones, James Robert, 1939- http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 95th (1977-1979) James R. Jones Collection CAC_CC_109_4_0000, Box 22, Folder 11, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/70 CAC_CC_109_4_22_11_0002 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Correspondence%20Series,%201968-1986%20/CAC_CC_109_4_22_11_0000-District%20Office,%20P%20%5B1%20of%202%5D/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_4_22_11_0002_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/863501 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Correspondence%20Series,%201968-1986%20/CAC_CC_109_4_22_11_0000-District%20Office,%20P%20%5B1%20of%202%5D/CAC_CC_109_4_22_11_0002.pdf correspondence Foreign relations 2 Pages A letter from Congressman James R. Jones to the Independent Order of Foresters Bowling Commission in Tulsa, Oklahoma, inviting them to hold their High Court Regional Bowling Tournament in Tulsa. Jones highlights the city's facilities and friendly atmosphere, and expresses hope that the Foresters will accept the invitation. The Foresters had previously expressed interest in hosting the tournament in Tulsa and requested a letter of invitation from Congressman Jones to present at a meeting in Dallas. Text