Box 18
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Contains 55 Collections and/or Records:
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
Item — Box: 18, Folder: 26
Identifier: CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0039
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93rd Congress (1973-1975)
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
Item — Box: 18, Folder: 26
Identifier: CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0044
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93rd Congress (1973-1975)
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
Item — Box: 18, Folder: 26
Identifier: CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0045
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93rd Congress (1973-1975)
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
Item — Box: 18, Folder: 26
Identifier: CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0046
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93rd Congress (1973-1975)
Letter: to Congressman James R. Jones urging support for Bill HR-5397, which would authorize government retirement after thirty years of service. Congressman Jones responded, thanking Mrs. Wise for her support and informing her that the bill has been approved by the House Post Office and Civil Service Committee and will next be considered by the full House. He expressed appreciation for her communication and stated that he values her opinions as he works to represent her in Congress., 1975-09-08 - 1975-09-16
Item — Box: 18, Folder: 26
Identifier: CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0049
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93rd Congress (1973-1975)
Letter: from Gary K. Rice suggesting a new policy to help prevent future increases in postage rates. Jones agrees with Rice's concerns and mentions that the House Post Office Committee is considering amendments to the Postal Reorganization Act to address Postal Service problems. Jones appreciates Rice sharing his thoughts and will make sure his suggestion is known to those working on legislation. Rice had suggested reducing mail delivery to business customers to three days a week and residential customers to three days a week to save costs., 1975-09-19 - 1975-09-23
Item — Box: 18, Folder: 26
Identifier: CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0051
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93rd Congress (1973-1975)
Letter: to Congressman James R. Jones expressing his concerns about the deteriorating postal services after the Postal Reorganization Act of 1972. He believes that the Postal Service is not providing efficient, high quality, and inexpensive service. Congressman Jones informed Mr. Cook that the House Post Office Committee is considering various legislative measures to improve the situation, including amendments to the Postal Reorganization Act. Mr. Cook suggested returning the Postal Service to its former status as a Department of the Executive Branch. Congressman Jones assured Mr. Cook that he will support measures to improve postal services., 1975-09-22
Item — Box: 18, Folder: 26
Identifier: CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0052
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93rd Congress (1973-1975)
Urgent Request for Support of House Bill H.R. 5665: A Mailgram from Western Union
Item — Box: 18, Folder: 26
Identifier: CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0055
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93rd Congress (1973-1975)
Thank You for Your Support: A Letter from John H. Rousselot, 1975-09-05
Item — Box: 18, Folder: 26
Identifier: CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0040
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93rd Congress (1973-1975)
Proposed Postal Rate Increase: Concerns and Legislative Action, 1975-08-12 - 1975-09-08
Item — Box: 18, Folder: 26
Identifier: CAC_CC_109_7_18_26_0041
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93rd Congress (1973-1975)