Mrs. Fred C. Wilson writes to George B. Schwabe, a member of the House of Representatives, expressing her concern about the lack of increase in pay for federal employees and the recent cuts to their annual and sick leave. She highlights the difficulties faced by federal employees and urges Schwabe to consider legislation that will benefit them. Schwabe responds, acknowledging the challenges faced by federal employees and expressing his support for fair pay and working conditions. He also mentions the need for efficiency in the federal workforce and the difficulty in determining which employees should be retained. Schwabe assures Wilson that he will keep her concerns in mind when relevant legislation is considered.