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Undated note to Jim Jones from Marceline Jones
To: Jim
From: Marcie
- I feel very strongly that part of our behavior problems with our children is due to a lack of opportunity for strenuous play activity. I think the children’s playground should be a priority. I also believe that organized sports in a non competitive emphasis should be encouraged. Some of these children will never excell in any other area. I do agree that they should only be allowed to participate if they are doing THEIR BEST in school. Also, I think any praise given concerning sports should deal with attitude ie sportsmanship etc.
- Is it possible for drug expenditures for Guyanese citizens to be cleared through me if you are not available? An unfortunate situation occurred Sunday that was later resolved. I’ll tell you about it later. However, I don’t think anyone in the radio room should be in a position to make the decision unless they take the time to understand the entire situation. I would just like to be called if you are not available. I think I do understand the need to conserve and I will be careful. I just know that if certain situations go untreated it would be better if the case never got inside our gate. THE SITUATION SUNDAY WAS HANDLED AND THERE IS NO PROBLEM. DON’T WORRY.
- We are working on relieving Joyce Parks of some of her responsibilities. She is so over extended that I fear for her health. We had a meeting today and we are going to be able to relieve her of some things. One of the things she does is as P.R. person from the medical department. Since the people in the surrounding area know her could she just make an appearance at a meal or some thing like that and let someone else take them on rounds? I am glad to be available when I am here.
I NEED ANSWERS ON 2 AND 3
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EE-1-I&J-51
Undated note to Jim Jones from Marceline Jones
to: Jim
From: Marcie
1. Today on my rounds a little boy asked me to please write Dad a note and ask if they could have open house. After further investigation I learned that the school had planned open house Sunday from 7 to 9 P.M. It was then postponed until Monday since Peoples’ Rally was held. Because of the movie it could not be held again. I don’t know this child’s name but it seemed so important to him that I thought it might be important to other children. Maybe if you could let them know you are sensitive to the problem even if it must wait until next Sunday or indefinitely, it would help.
[Handwriting: “Tom Grubbs would like to do it tomorrow evening if possible.”]
I know that every person alive has a saturation point. Some have left at that time. Which is unforgivable. But other of us handle those times in less damaging ways such as withdrawing, crying alone, doing exercise and etc. However, I think that if people could be encouraged rather then discouraged to verbalize their frustrations without feeling they are being judged we might be able to bead off some of this treason and serious acting out.
I saw Tom Grubbs today and he seems extremely pleased with how things are going and I hear you handled it very well. I am proposing, not that you be burdened with handing these situations but that a group of counselors be trained to handle them and that people not feel guilty when they express conflict and frustration. Often, just an explanation as to why a thing must be done will suffice. I know this is no panacea. I just did some thinking today after Johnny Jones said he wished we could identify people who were having problems before severe acting-out occurs.
3. I talked with Michaeline [Michaeleen Brady] today about where she would like to function after she gets off the Brigade. She said she would like to work as a supervisor of the Brigade. I think that Sounds good. We need someone. She would be with someone always and I think she will understand the Brigade procedures and will be fair. She wants counseling with Pat before they get together. I talked with John Jones and he is arranging a Pre counseling with Pat before we bring them together in a counseling session if that is alright with you SHE IS DUE OFF THE BRIGADE TOMORROW IF ALL GOES WELL.
I need an answer on number 3 [Handwriting: “and #1”]
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EE-1-I&J-65
Letter to Jim Jones from Marceline Jones, August 1977
[handwritten letter]
Aug. 21, 1977
Dearest Jim,
I met with John Mahar along with Sandy and Gene. Sandy has captured the jist of his conversation quite well. He says we’ll weather the storm and come out better for it. However, he knows nothing of our thirst to move there and our diminishing numbers here. However, I think his idea to make contacts in other communes [illegible] might not be a bad idea.
It seems that Bunny Mann has remarked he might let the press in at some future date to do a documentary (I got this 3rd hand). I would suggest that Rheaviana [Beam] come (She thinks she can finish moving and closing communes and introduce someone else to her contacts for buying by Sept. 15.) to decorate the dwellings to be ready for such an event. She is very creative. She can do so much with so little.
I gave Edith Roller your message about the possible betrayal of a close friend and claimed
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ignorance as to whom you were speaking of. She, mother and I went to lunch today. She is an interesting person. She did say she cared for no on as much as this cause – for what it’s worth. She seems in a pretty good place now. I’ll keep my eagle eye out for any signs of [illegible word, could be “wavering”].
This is very important!
In the shipment leaving Miami about now – Rheaviana is sending chemical for making soap – shampoo, etc. It is important that no one try to use them until she get there with instructions. Also, she has the keys to open them. They are blue plastic containers and contents are clearly marked on the outside. She says we can make our own for a good long time with that stuff. I’m afraid that it might be ruined or wasted if it’s not handled carefully. Ruby Carol [Carroll] – if she comes first can also handle it.
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I just talked with Yvonne [Golden, principal of Opportunity High] about the children being gone for 6 months until the harrassment is over. She was very understanding – no problem.
I close now. I’m fine – give my love to all. I love you,
Marceline
Enclosed find a letter from mother!!
P.S. Yvonne said she would bring a letter to use for Freitas and Burnham from us.
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EE-1-I&J-72
Letter to Jim Jones from Marceline Jones, August 1977
Aug. 6, 1977
Dearest Jim,
Enclosed find a check that closed out your mom’s chkng. acct. Things are O.K. here. Everybody is working very hard. Morale is good.
Please give my love to the children. I’d write them but there’s not much to say other than I love them very, very much.
Take care of yourself –
Love, Marceline
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EE-1-I&J-99
Undated Statement from Marceline jones
I am Marceline Jones. I have been married to J.J. for nearly 29 years. He is a man of the highest integrity. I am tired of the lies that have been told about my husband and our family and when I get back to San Fransisco I am going to sue for defamation of character every person who has participated in the conspiracy to destroy J.J., a man who has always been an advocate of the poor and oppressed. Please understand – I have full intention of suing for defamation of character unless the lies are retracted and corrected immediately.
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EE-1-I&J-164
Letter to Jim Jones from Marceline Jones, November 1977
11-24-77
Jim,
Thanksgiving and I miss everyone so much. I look forward to the time when I need never say good bye again. I’m grateful for the hope and beauty there because – there is none here. Before I can leave here – I must find time to straighten out the mess of change of address and our interest statement and my retirement. I’m willing to stay as long as necessary. Just [illegible] me high in thought – I’m not the woman I used to be.
Please give my love to our children. They were the light of my life and I want them to know it.
Love,
Marceline
P.S. Do you still want me to make the stop enroute – when I do come? (The one from Smith)