Recommendations for Recognition of Merchant Seamen for War Service, 1944-04-17 - 1944-04-17

Item — Box: 5, Folder: 87

Identifier: CAC_CC_047_1_5_87_0001

Scope and Contents

The document acknowledges a letter from Congressman Schwabe regarding the status of merchant seamen and provides information on their rights and benefits. It mentions that merchant seamen are not covered by workmen's compensation laws but are entitled to wages and medical attention if they are injured or fall ill while serving on a vessel. It also discusses proposed legislation to provide benefits to merchant seamen and their dependents. The document emphasizes the important role merchant seamen have played in the war effort and the need to recognize and support their service.

Dates

Creation: 1944-04-17 - 1944-04-17

Creator

Schwabe, George Blaine, U.S. House of Representatives from Oklahoma's 1st district (1951-1952); 8th Speaker of the Oklahoma House of Representatives (1921-1923); Member of the Oklahoma House of Representatives from Nowata County (1919-1923), 1886-1952 (Person)

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

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