Hi Wayne,
Is it possible the seat assembly is an after market product made by Monroe? I reserve the right to be corrected but think a 1944 model would have come out with the old leaf spring type seat.
My Grandfather's old Farmall F-20 has a seat similar to what you describe with the shock on the back and of course would have had the channel iron with the small coil spring next to the steering support when it was made.
As to the decal, I don't recall ever seeing one before. Can anyone else help Wayne?
Bob