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The text is a letter addressed to members of a sub-committee on social security. The author thanks them for working on a bill to maintain the minimum benefit of social security. They express concern about the proposed elimination of double-dipping, arguing that it would unfairly affect the poorest recipients. The author believes that such a cut in benefits is unjust and urges the committee members to stand up against it.

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The author is concerned about the state of the Social Security System and believes that changes need to be made. They suggest raising the retirement age or reducing benefits in order to address the systems financial troubles. The author also expresses a desire for the government to be less involved in their life and for individuals to take control of their own destinies. They address the letter to President Ronald Reagan and copy it to Mrs. C.L. Berry and The Honorable James R. Jones.

The text is a letter addressed to James R. Jones, urging him to support the appointment of General Louis 9 Giuffrida as the Director of the Federal Emergency Management Agency. The letter is from the President of the National Fire Protection Association, who believes that General Giuffrida is a fully qualified candidate for the position. The letter requests prompt confirmation of General Giuffrida's nomination and highlights the benefits he would bring to the role.

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The letter is addressed to Congressman Jon¢ Way 30 Welfare i Shopper chairmen and discusses the issue of reducing Social Security and Medicare benefits. The author claims that healthcare providers are becoming millionaires by overcharging Medicare and provides examples of excessive charges from doctors and hospitals. The author suggests that cutting unjust charges would save millions of dollars and prevent the need to reduce benefits. They also criticize the concept of double dipping and question the legitimacy of President Reagans mandate. The author urges the Congressman to consider reducing taxes and costs for both Republicans and Democrats, without harming the poor or low-income individuals. The letter is signed by XK. L. Glover.

The text is a letter from the Chief of the Eastern Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma, George J. Captain, to Chief Hollis Roberts of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma. The letter expresses support for the efforts to prevent the closing of the Talahini Training Center, which is considered a valuable resource for Indian education. The letter is accompanied by a resolution from the Eastern Shawnee Tribe, stating their full support for the Talahini Training Center and the efforts of the Choctaw Nation to keep it open. The resolution was adopted in a meeting of the Eastern Shawnee General Council.

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The author is writing to Congressman James Jones to ask for support on a bill that would allow for an investment tax credit for the cost of owning a horse. Currently, this credit is given to other livestock but not horses. The author believes that passing this bill would encourage investment in the horse industry, creating more jobs and tax revenue. They hope that the bill will be included in the general tax bill being considered by the Ways and Means Committee.

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The author is writing to a Congressman to express their support for the removal of the $100,000 ceiling on equipment investment in order to end discrimination between buyers of used and new machinery. They argue that this change would benefit small businesses, increase productivity, create more jobs, and level the playing field between foreign and domestic manufacturers. The author also states that the current investment tax credit regulations have not affected their company's growth and profitability.

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The author is a real estate broker who is writing to Congressman Jones to express support for certain legislation that they believe will help alleviate the problems in the housing industry, particularly slow sales due to high interest rates. They mention specific bills and request the congressman's efforts in reviving the housing industry. The letter is dated May 5th, 1981.

The letter is urging Mr. Jones to support a bill introduced by Congressman Sam Gibbons that would change the quota system for canned tuna imports. Currently, tuna from American Samoa is not subject to quotas or duties, which is seen as unfair. The bill would classify only tuna imports from foreign sources against the quota. The letter states that this legislation will correct an injustice and prevent a doubling of duties on tuna imports. The Association of Food Distributors, Inc. is represented by the law firm Harris, Berg & Creskoff, who can provide additional information.

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The author is writing to the Honorable Dan Rostenkowski, a member of the U.S. House of Representatives, regarding H.R. 2207. The author understands that the bill proposes that voluntary contributions to pension plans are tax deductible, but mandatory contributions are not. They believe that this unequal treatment will create confusion and discourage employees from participating in plans with lower deduction limits. The author advocates for treating mandatory contributions the same as voluntary contributions to encourage employers and employees to set up new plans and improve existing ones.

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The author is writing a letter to Congressman James R. Jones expressing gratitude for his support in the fight against the nine-digit zip code. The author warns against being deceived by the postmaster generals claims about the benefits of the zip plus four identification and the voluntary use of the zip code. The author believes that the bureaucratic imposition of the zip code is unwanted by the people and shares attached editorials that support their viewpoint. The letter also mentions the Farmers Almanac predicting an ice age. The letter is accompanied by enclosures related to weather predictions and general information. The text also includes some unrelated content about postal hikes and postal service performance.

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The author is thanking Mr. Jones for his response to a letter regarding the Medicare Amendment. They mention that there will be a House/Senate Conference on the issue and express support for the House version of the reconciliation bill, as it will save money by allowing beneficiaries to receive rehabilitative services in more cost-effective settings.

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The author is writing to Honorable James Jones about the discrepancy in filing deadlines for tax returns for farmers. They explain that farmers have to pay PICA tax and file a #943 tax return by January 31, and also file a #1040 tax return for Social Security self-employment tax by March 1. The author suggests that having both deadlines on the same date would be more convenient for farmers and accountants. They ask for action to be taken to correct this issue.

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The text is a letter addressed to Congressman Jones, thanking him for his support of increased funding for the Beryl Anthony Dill and requesting additional funding for the Farmers Home Administration. The author mentions their involvement in building single and multi-family housing and invites Congressman Jones to a breakfast meeting with the Oklahoma Home Builders and Congressional Delegation. The letter is signed by the President of Emerald Homes.

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The Tidewater Transportation District Commission is endorsing ridesharing as a cost-effective way to improve mobility. They support Bill H.R.2588, which would provide tax incentives for vanpool commuters and employers who assist with fares on public transportation services. The Commission is requesting support for this bill from Congressman James R. Jones.

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The text is a letter to Daniel Rostenkowski, Chairman of the Ways and Means Committee, advocating for the prompt passage of the Administrations tax relief proposals. The letter recommends the elimination of the unearned income tax, reduction in capital gains taxes for individual investors, and the elimination of double taxation of corporate dividends. The letter is signed by James Rudolph and includes a list of other individuals who received copies of the letter.

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The letter is asking Representative Janes R. Jones to support HR 116, a bill sponsored by Representative Charles E. Bennett, which aims to address a provision of law that negatively affects military veterans who have also worked in civilian federal employment. The provision reduces the civil service annuity of these individuals at age 62, eliminating credit for military service after 1956. The letter argues that penalizing veterans in this way is unjust and requests Rep. Jones support for the bill.

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The text is a letter urging someone to vote against a bill or legislation because it goes against the American tradition of tolerance and includes unrelated subjects. The author believes that the bill should be separated into different pieces of legislation to allow for a true and thorough discussion on each important topic. The author wants to express their opposing views and hopes that the recipient will consider their perspective.

The text is difficult to understand as it appears to contain random letters, numbers, and symbols. It mentions a person named Le James Ry Jones who is a member of the House of Representatives and expresses disappointment in their change of heart regarding cutbacks implemented by the Reagan administration. It also mentions Keith Ay Campbell representing a membership of local 1999 and requests a response via mailgram or phone. There is a reference to Western Union toll-free phone numbers and a request to dial a specific number.

The text is a collection of various thoughts and opinions on political and economic issues. It mentions the frustration of citizens with government spending and proposes that President Reagans economic plan could help alleviate the burden on taxpayers. It also highlights instances of fraud, waste, and mismanagement within government agencies such as the DOE and EPA. The text encourages readers to urge their representatives to support the Presidents tax and spending program.

The letter, written on April 13, 1981, expresses frustration with the increasing government involvement in peoples lives and questions the effectiveness of government regulations. The author mentions previous instances where they observed excessive bureaucracy and wonders if recent efforts to reduce waste in government are too late. The letter is addressed to James R. Jones in Washington, D.C.

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The text is to be a memorandum from Eleanor J. Maurer to the Oklahoma Congressional Delegation. It mentions an article by Paul Harvey on school busing and expresses agreement with his views. The author argues that busing has resulted in segregated schools and violated the rights of both white and black students. They criticize the idea that academic excellence requires integration and mention a specific case in Alexandria, Louisiana. The author also mentions declining academic achievement scores and unemployment rates for black youths. They suggest that the federal judge involved in the case is more concerned with adding white students to the school than with educational opportunities for all students. The author concludes by mentioning the need for public contributions to cover the legal costs of pursuing the fight against busing.

The Southern Plains Inter-Tribal Center sent a letter to Mr. Jones, a member of the House of Representatives, expressing opposition to the employment and training freeze placed on Titles II and VI. They argue that these programs are necessary to address unemployment and lack of training in the Indian community. They also oppose granting block grants to states, as it jeopardizes sponsored Indian programs. The letter highlights the success of the Comprehensive Employment Training Act in southwest Oklahoma and the positive impact it has had on reducing unemployment. The Southern Plains Inter-Tribal Center currently has 464 applicants, with 97 people successfully placed in employment. They emphasize the importance of employment and training programs in helping individuals become self-sufficient citizens.

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