Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Correspondence Regarding Retirement Deductions of Baldwin D. Bunsen: A Civil Service Case in 1946 1942-01-24 1942-01-24 Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 77th (1941-1943) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 7, Folder 48, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_7_48_0001 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/CAC_CC_047_1_7_48_0000-Bunsen,%20Baldwin%20D.,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_48_0001_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/digital_objects/29472 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/CAC_CC_047_1_7_48_0000-Bunsen,%20Baldwin%20D.,%201946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_48_0001.pdf correspondence Constituents communication with members of the United States Congress 6 Pages The document is a series of letters and communications regarding Mr. Baldwin D. Bunsen's request for a refund of retirement deductions withheld from his salary. It explains the process and requirements for receiving a refund under the Retirement Act, and discusses Mr. Bunsen's employment history and eligibility for a refund. The documents show efforts made by Honorable George B. Schwabe to assist Mr. Bunsen in obtaining the refund, including contacting the Civil Service Commission on his behalf. The final letter expresses gratitude for the assistance provided by Mr. Schwabe. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Correspondence Regarding H.R. 2497: Federal Salary and Wage Administration Improvement 1945-01-01 1945-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 79th (1945-1947) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 5, Folder 19, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_5_19_0003 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/CAC_CC_047_1_5_19_0000-Federal%20Employees,%201945/thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_19_0003_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/860666 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/CAC_CC_047_1_5_19_0000-Federal%20Employees,%201945/CAC_CC_047_1_5_19_0003.pdf correspondence Constituents communication with members of the United States Congress 5 Pages Mrs. Vera P. Shrewsbury wrote a letter to Congressman George B. Schwabe endorsing H. R. 2497, a bill aimed at improving salary and wage administration in the Federal Service. The bill is pending in the House Committee on Civil Service and hearings are expected to start later in the month. Congressman Schwabe is currently out of Washington but the letter will be brought to his attention upon his return. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK National Defense Housing Act: Providing Housing for Defense Personnel and their Families 1945-01-01 1945-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 79th (1945-1947) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 5, Folder 2, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_5_2_0009 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/CAC_CC_047_1_5_2_0000-Education,%201940-1944%20/thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_2_0009_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/860508 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/CAC_CC_047_1_5_2_0000-Education,%201940-1944%20/CAC_CC_047_1_5_2_0009.pdf correspondence Constituents communication with members of the United States Congress 2 Pages This act aims to expedite the provision of housing for persons engaged in national defense activities and their families in areas facing housing shortages. It authorizes the Federal Works Administrator to acquire land, plan, design, construct, and maintain housing and community facilities. The cost of housing units is capped, and the Administrator is given authority to deal with property acquired under the act. The act also authorizes appropriations for carrying out its purposes and administrative expenses. It outlines provisions for the termination and disposal of property once the national defense emergency ends, as well as guidelines for wages and safety standards. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK 1946 Letter Advocating for Federal Pay Bill S-1415 to Benefit War Veterans and Federal Employees 1945-01-01 1945-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 79th (1945-1947) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 5, Folder 20, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_5_20_0002 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/Federal%20Employees,%201945-1946-CAC_CC_047_1_5_20_0000/thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_20_0002_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/860680 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/Federal%20Employees,%201945-1946-CAC_CC_047_1_5_20_0000/CAC_CC_047_1_5_20_0002.pdf correspondence Constituents communication with members of the United States Congress 1 Page The document is requesting immediate attention be given to bill S-1415, which proposes increased pay for Federal employees below the standard wage. It argues that this will benefit employees who worked during the World War and returning veterans seeking government work. The bill is seen as a way to aid in the readjustment of veterans and compensate for missed promotions while in the Armed Forces. The sender, John G. Wands, requests that Congressman George B. Schwabe support the bill. Text