Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK 1944 Letter to Honorable George B. Schwabe Regarding Social Security Tax Rate Recommendation 1944-06-30 1944-06-30 Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 78th (1943-1945) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 7, Folder 5, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_7_5_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_7_5_0000-Social%20Security,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_5_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_5_0003_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/860819 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_5_0000-Social%20Security,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_5_0003.pdf correspondence Retirement; Social Security 1 Page In a letter to Honorable George B. Schwabe, Barton P. Sibole recommends maintaining the current Social Security tax rate of 1% for both employees and employers in 1945, as the Federal Old Age and Survivors Insurance Trust Fund has a sufficient balance and anticipated income to support this. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK 1946 Letter to Senator Thomas Requesting Amendment of Social Security Act for Total Disability Clause 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 7, Folder 3, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_7_3_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_7_3_0000-Socialized%20Medicine,%201946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_3_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_3_0003_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/860767 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_3_0000-Socialized%20Medicine,%201946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_3_0003.pdf correspondence Retirement; Social Security 2 Pages The document is addressed to Senator Elmer Thomas, expressing concern over the oversight of the Social Security Act not including provisions for those who become totally disabled before reaching the age of eligibility for benefits. The writer suggests amending the Act to include a total disability clause retroactive to 1937, sharing their personal case as an example. The document is also copied to Congressman George Schwabe for his consideration. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK 1945 Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 1: Advocating for Amendments to the Federal Social Security Law 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 7, Folder 5, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_7_5_0008 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_5_0000-Social%20Security,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_5_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_5_0008_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/860824 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_5_0000-Social%20Security,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_5_0008.pdf correspondence Retirement; Social Security 4 Pages The document is a resolution from the State of Oklahoma urging the Congress of the United States to amend the Federal Social Security Law to allow recipients to engage in work and small enterprises without affecting their benefits. The resolution highlights the desire of elderly and physically infirm individuals to work and contribute to their own welfare and the war effort. It also includes recommendations for changes to the administration of the Social Security Fund to better assist eligible clients and improve efficiency. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Understanding the Extra Financial Burden of Blindness: A Call for Insurance Amendment 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 7, Folder 5, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_7_5_0010 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_5_0000-Social%20Security,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_5_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_5_0010_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/860826 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_5_0000-Social%20Security,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_5_0010.pdf correspondence Social Security; Retirement 4 Pages Blind people have special expenses that seeing people do not have, such as the need for guides, clerical services, house repairs, transportation, and groceries. The Social Security Act should be amended to include an insurance plan for blind individuals to help cover these extra costs and provide support for those who lose their sight. The insurance payments should be structured to encourage rehabilitation and increased earning power. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK 1946 Correspondence: Urging Congressional Action on Social Security Provision 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 7, Folder 5, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_7_5_0012 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_5_0000-Social%20Security,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_5_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_5_0012_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/860828 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_5_0000-Social%20Security,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_5_0012.pdf correspondence Social Security; Retirement 1 Page Mr. Schwabe informed Mr. Jack Tate of a recommendation before the House Ways and Means Committee regarding Social Security. He suggested that influence from colleagues could help its passage. Hearings have been fair and received much testimony, but there is little pressure from the country as a whole on Congress. People seem indifferent to the troubles of others. Text