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Serial no.
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Date
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From no.
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From Person
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To no.
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To Person
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Pages
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Summary
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000005924 |
03.01.1914
|
13124 |
JEBB, Richard |
13125 |
MORNING POST |
1
|
That
is practical solution to induce disgruntled Indians to emigrate. The
Transvaal British Indian Association had suggested it in 1907. Britain (British) should pay for it. |
|
000005935 |
06.01.1914
|
13850 |
INTERIOR
DEPARTMENT (E.F.C.
Lane) |
13133 |
O'BRIEN, James
V. |
1
|
The
matter is receiving attention |
|
000032389 |
20.01.1914
|
09264 |
GANDHI,
Lakshmidas |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
9
|
Laxmidas
Gandhi, elder brother of Gandhiji, writes about his fast deteriorating
health. His liver is upset, getting fever frequently. He takes only milk,
curds and tea. He has a keen desire to Gandhiji, wants to go to S. Africa to see Gandhiji before his
death. He would entrust his sons to Gandhiji. Ref. to Harilal Gandhi, his
marriage and education. Repeats his desire to see Gandhiji. Hence wants
Gandhiji to send him a telegram on receipt of this letter. |
|
000005925 |
21.01.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
13850 |
INTERIOR
DEPARTMENT (E.F.C.
Lane) |
1
|
Being
bound by a pledge not to give evidence before an All-white commission, we
will not lead evidence, but to help Government we suspend passive resistance
and will help Sir B.Robertson and not dissuade any one from giving evidence. |
|
000005926 |
21.01.1914
|
14113 |
GORGES,
E. M. (Interior Department) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2
|
Government
will not offer negative evidence regarding charges of harsh treatment to
Indians. The release of passive resistance prisoners had already been
ordered. |
|
000005929 |
22.01.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08619 |
GOKHALE |
2
|
We
as passive resisters refrain from reviving old sores. Government reciprocates
We considered also Viceroy's and your feelings Agreement Joint work Andrews
self (Andrews) presents last interview. |
|
000005928 |
22.01.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
13128 |
DEPUTATION |
1
|
Provisional
agreement We not assisting commission owing solemn declaration but helping
Robertson. Passive
resistance suspended. Prisoners being released. |
|
000005927 |
27.01.1914
|
13127 |
GANDHI,
Jamnadas K. |
00416 |
GANDHI,
Chhaganlal K. |
2
|
I am
fully recovered but very weak The water here is very heavy and I cannot
digest food properly. Reserve
some mangoes for me. |
|
000005936 |
28.01.1914
|
13850 |
INTERIOR
DEPARTMENT (E.F.C.
Lane) |
13133 |
O'BRIEN, James
V. |
1
|
Being
such he was detained by the Immigration Officer. He must apply to Immigration
Officer for the permit to pass Orangia and also to enter Natal. |
|
000005930 |
02.02.1914
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
2
|
Muslim
and Hindu monogamous marriages be legalised whether performed in South Africa or India. Only such marriages past or future to
be recorded by Muslim of Hindu can have with him other 'wives' not legally
recognised. |
|
000005932 |
06.02.1914
|
13130 |
NATHOOBHAI, J. |
13131 |
NATAL INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
8
|
Enclosed
please find detailed account of monies locally collected and expended in this
District.(Dundee District) |
|
000005933 |
06.02.1914
|
13132 |
O'BRIEN, James
V. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
Herewith
correspondence regarding brutal treatment to Karodia I admire your courage and
persistence My fellow country men fighting for ages past. |
|
000005931 |
06.02.1914
|
00250 |
JUSTICE |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
His
Excellency has signed minute for release of a number of Indian prisoners
Being released immediately. Names
can be had of Prison Dept. |
|
000005937 |
06.02.1914
|
12189 |
GOVERNOR-GENERAL,
Secretary to |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
Your
telegram received Have asked Dept, of Justice to telegraph reply to you. |
|
000005939 |
09.02.1914
|
14205 |
HAMIDIYA
ISLAMIC SOCIETY |
13141 |
ROBERTSON,
Benjamin (Sir) |
2
|
(A
Detailed explanation of each of the grievances mentioned above) Sir B.
Robertson asked to try to remedy them |
|
000005938 |
09.02.1914
|
14205 |
HAMIDIYA
ISLAMIC SOCIETY |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2
|
All
300 but 3 appeal to you regarding Travel Restriction, Holding Property Township
Trading, Gold law, Permits to Children etc. for residence, Tram- Travelling
and marriage according to Islamic Law. |
|
000005940 |
11.02.1914
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
The
Magistrate (Dixon) ruled that the boys being no longer minors he had no
jurisdiction under Act 2 of 1907. He advised a test case appeal. |
|
000005941 |
23.02.1914
|
13137 |
WAGNER
(Solicitor) |
13138 |
VYAS, J. P. |
2
|
As
our clients are too poor to appeal to the Supreme Court, we propose doing
nothing until Ismael is arrested When we shall appear to the Immigration
Board. |
|
000009543 |
25.02.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00633 |
GANDHI, Harilal |
7
|
No
use your asking pardon and my pardoning you as you do not seem to improve. I
would not dilate upon your duties as son and I myself would decide mine.
Disregarding my wish you have spoiled your health. Chanchi cannot be with you
if you want to study. I doubt your honesty and regard for us. and dis lisce
your behaviour Ba is seriously ill and is reduced to a skeleton etc. |
|
000005942 |
26.02.1914
|
13139 |
DEFENCE DEPT. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
Smuts
appreciates your motive and so will not enquire into the matter? Regarding
interview he intends to await the commission's report before decision of
legislation regarding Indians. |
|
000005943 |
26.02.1914
|
00394 |
ANDREWS, C. F. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
10
|
(A
letter brimming over with love for Gandhiji) Andrews thinks India to be the
mother source or fountain of the spiritual wisdom of the world. Jesus even getting it from India. |
|
000025535 |
27.02.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08404 |
GOKHALE, Gopal Krishna |
8
|
Andrews
and Pearson are good men Lis Benjamin is hopeless, insincere and creates
complications by his behaviour, when I leave for India I shall have about 20
persons with me. I will come and see you. While in India I shall keep mum for
one year as suggested by you. |
|
000005944 |
27.02.1914
|
13850 |
INTERIOR
DEPARTMENT (E.F.C. Lane) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
Steps
are now being taken to submit their names for release to the Governor General
for approval. |
|
000032390 |
03.03.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00545 |
GANDHI,
Jamnadas K. |
2
|
Ref.
to illness of Jamnadas. Gandhiji's suggestions regarding diet, etc. His
suggestions regarding cultivating good habits. e.g. not to take a sleep in
the afternoon. Suggestions regarding use of headwear, footwear. Ref. to Miss
Schleshin, Miss Marie, who may go to India. Ref. to Mr. Pollock, Mr. Rich and
Mr. Kellenbech. Ref. to Manilal and his training. |
|
000032169 |
03.03.1914
|
|
|
|
|
1
|
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|
000032168 |
03.03.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
07059 |
JAMNADAS |
2
|
|
|
000005945 |
04.03.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
13136 |
ROBERTSON,
Benjamin (Sir) |
2
|
Gandhi's
elucidation of the points; (1) Immigration (2) Dealers' Licences (3)
Transvaal Gold Law (4) Law 3 of 1885 (5) Education etc. |
|
000005946 |
06.03.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
13136 |
ROBERTSON,
Benjamin (Sir) |
1
|
The
highest court now declares illegitimate the children of de facto monogamous
marriages. Such children and those of wives administratively admitted must be
protected. |
|
000005954 |
06.03.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
13136 |
ROBERTSON,
Benjamin (Sir) |
3
|
Gandhiji's
suggestions. |
|
000026462 |
11.03.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00660 |
GANDHI, Manilal |
5
|
Regular
respirations, olive oil etc. will cure you of your cough. Do you sums and
Sanskrit regularly. English can be improved by corresponding in that
language. |
|
000025864 |
13.03.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00394 |
ANDREWS, C. F. |
5
|
I am using your
letter with modification for the '"Indian Opinion"'. Convey my
condolences to your father. My wife was unwell. Benjamin says the report will
be satisfactory. Reprint of your lecture is in great demand. My elder brother
died in India. |
|
000005953 |
16.03.1914
|
13228 |
NATARAJAN
(India Committee) |
13145 |
RESISTER |
1
|
Reuter gives
forecast; (1) repeal 3 pound tax(2)Satisfactory marriage amendment Do not
commit yourself before Indian committee's reply. Gokhale agrees |
|
000005952 |
19.03.1914
|
13228 |
NATARAJAN
(India Committee) |
13145 |
RESISTER |
2
|
(Indian)
Committee (Bombay) agree legislation; recommended essential but wish no
revival passive resistance unless the recommendations not legalised etc. |
|
000026456 |
22.03.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00660 |
GANDHI, Manilal |
2
|
I wish you be a
model of character to others and that by your exemplary conduct. See
Harilal's letter. He has fallen but the fault is mine and not his. |
|
000005947 |
24.03.1914
|
13850 |
INTERIOR
DEPARTMENT (E.F.C. Lane) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
You will be
informed as to when the Government will publish a draft bill later on. It is
being drafted now. You can go to Phoenix. |
|
000005949 |
25.03.1914
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
A Transvaal
Muslim mass meeting condemned the recommendations regarding marriages, of the
commission and informed the public that Gandhi and Polak have no right or
authority to represent Muslim in (that) their concerns |
|
000005948 |
27.03.1914
|
14134 |
MATHEW, M.
(Magistrate) |
13091 |
GOVINDOO
(GOVINDAH), Rugoo (Raghu) |
1
|
The necessary
authority for the issue of the Gun Powder has not been received yet. You will
have a permit then. |
|
000023823 |
27.03.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00412 |
SHRADDHANAND
(Swami) |
3
|
Pays
compliments for the help during the Civil Disobedience movement in South Africa
Praises him and hopes to see the Gurukula etc. |
|
000005951 |
27.03.1914
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
Three Muslims
visit the news paper office and refute the statement by Polak that Indians
are satisfied with the commission's recommendations; especially regarding
single marriage Gandhi and Polak do not represent us. |
|
000005950 |
30.03.1914
|
00390 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
8
|
Herewith
Robertson Correspondence (5945 and 5946) Also cables from India and Natal
Advertiser extract. How is Mrs. Gandhi's health? Write daily. |
|
000005955 |
31.03.1914
|
02612 |
GANDHI,
Narandas |
01305 |
GANDHI,
Chhaganlal K. |
2
|
Every one is
very anxious that he should return. Maganbhai also should come now Jamnadas
also for his marriage. |
|
000025536 |
01.04.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08404 |
GOKHALE, Gopal
Krishna |
3
|
My wife is on
deathbed. If you insist I shall go to India via England (to meet you)
provided she improves or dies. While in India, rest assured I shall keep mum
for one year except on South Africa question. |
|
000026448 |
03.04.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00660 |
GANDHI, Manilal |
1
|
I approve of
your new time tabe. Stick to it. Do not mind other' criticism Ba is getting a
little better. |
|
000005956 |
05.04.1914
|
00394 |
ANDREWS, C. F. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
10
|
(A letter of
deep reverence and love for Gokhale. Eulogy for his love, self-sacrifice etc.
Giving anecdotes of his bearing on them) |
|
000005958 |
08.04.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
13850 |
INTERIOR
DEPARTMENT (E.F.C. Lane) |
1
|
These have been
asked for in the case of those educated Indians who were given temporary
Certificate after 1911 and who settled. Why are they refused. |
|
000005957 |
08.04.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
13850 |
INTERIOR
DEPARTMENT (E.F.C. Lane) |
1
|
Past such
marriages should legalised and future such should be recognised as legal.
Railway Department should be asked to stop the deduction from the wages of
labours of instalments in part payment of the 3 pound tax. |
|
000005959 |
08.04.1914
|
00394 |
ANDREWS, C. F. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
8
|
"It is
just as you feared, only worse" Extracts from 'Bengalee' 'Jam-e-Jamshed,'Times
of India' etc. quoted to show that for the settlement the whole credit was
given to Sir Robertson and Gandhi blamed for obstinacy |
|
000005960 |
13.04.1914
|
00394 |
ANDREWS, C. F. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
12
|
(Another letter
of Andrews to Gandhiji in which he opens the recesses of his heart to
Gandhiji) "The call has come to follow Christ in this summons to Bolpur
and I cannot past any fear of man in the place of that call" |
|
000005962 |
15.04.1914
|
13850 |
INTERIOR
DEPARTMENT (E.F.C. Lane) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
The question of
issue is under consideration I am communicating with Mr. Chamney to grant
extension of temporary permits. |
|
000005961 |
16.04.1914
|
13151 |
LANE E. F. C. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
Your letter is
being passed to the Interior Dept. who will answer the question you raise. |
|
000026449 |
17.04.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00660 |
GANDHI, Manilal |
3
|
It is quite
proper that we eat, sleep etc. sitting on ground. Majority does that. I do
not know why Ekadashi is selected for fasting but fasting once a fasting is
good for body and mind. Do maintain regularity in everything. |
|
000026450 |
20.04.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00660 |
GANDHI, Manilal |
4
|
Do see friends
and do for them what you can. I cannot approve of your upto date fashionable
dress. |
|
000005963 |
30.04.1914
|
05312 |
MATHEW (Magistrate) |
13152 |
GOVINDAH, Rugoo |
1
|
The necessary
authority for the issue of the powder has not arrived yet. |
|
000005964 |
30.04.1914
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
Judgement was
reserved in the case. The appellant contended that class Legislation could
not be brought by the back-door of regulations.
|
|
000005965 |
01.05.1914
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
2
|
A number of
points jotted down by Gandhiji with regards to which settlement was to be
made Definition of child other wives etc. |
|
000005966 |
01.05.1914
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
The argument of
Chinese inferiority to the whites is sheer hypocrisy. It is his superiority
that necessitates protection from him |
|
000005967 |
02.05.1914
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
4
|
Krugersdorp vs.
Hassan The Plaintiff sues for removal of the defendant from a location which
the Plaintiff closes and costs of suit etc. Also relevant sections of Law. |
|
000025537 |
06.05.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08404 |
GOKHALE, Gopal
Krishna |
5
|
My wife is
better. I do wish to meet you. I can leave South Africa if and when the
settlement is made effective by legislation. Otherwise the struggle may
renewed. |
|
000005968 |
06.05.1914
|
13850 |
INTERIOR
DEPARTMENT (E.F.C. Lane) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
Matter being
looked into at Pretoria. Individual cases of restricted immigrants should be
reported at Pretoria, where I am sending your wire: |
|
000005969 |
14.05.1914
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
5
|
Mining
Commissioner sues Ritch for permitting an Indian to occupy stands in
Bocksburg unlawfully and for ejectment |
|
000005970 |
19.05.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
13850 |
INTERIOR
DEPARTMENT (E.F.C. Lane) |
1
|
Could I know
for satisfying inquirers when Indian legislation likely (to) be introduced |
|
000005971 |
20.05.1914
|
13850 |
INTERIOR
DEPARTMENT (E.F.C. Lane) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
Appointment
could be made next week if desired by you Bill to be introduced week
following |
|
000005972 |
22.05.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
13850 |
INTERIOR
DEPARTMENT (E.F.C. Lane) |
1
|
Reaching Cape
Wednesday morning Hope (to) report myself then |
|
000005974 |
22.05.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
13850 |
INTERIOR
DEPARTMENT (E.F.C. Lane) |
1
|
Request
favourable reply regarding photos. Indian getting aGitated If delay decision
instruct issue temporary passes. |
|
000005973 |
22.05.1914
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
(1) South
Africa Born Indian to enter Cape. (2) Indentured Indian after 1895 (3) Free
state (4) Marriages & (5) New entrants etc |
|
000005975 |
02.06.1914
|
13153 |
INDIANS OF
FICKSBURG |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
Most anxious
regarding traders' access to Free state. Petition received by Minister
Strongly press our views Wire results. |
|
000026459 |
04.06.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00660 |
GANDHI, Manilal |
2
|
Be careful for
all that you do. Imbibe what is good in others and self introspecion. |
|
000005977 |
04.06.1914
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
2
|
(1) Transvaal
Gold Law has not been mentioned by commission. (2) 'Vested rights' should be
protected (3) Plural wives of domiciled Indians should be admitted as such .
(4) Indian marriage office should be allowed to 'illegal' plural unions. |
|
000005976 |
04.06.1914
|
13153 |
INDIANS OF
FICKSBURG |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
The passes for
it should be issued here: The present practice of issuing from Pretoria
causes delay and so they are useless for business. |
|
000023867 |
05.06.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08270 |
GOKHALE (Prof.) |
2
|
Inquires of his
informs about development and his programme. Feels everything come of well. |
|
000005978 |
08.06.1914
|
13155 |
ANJUMAN ISLAM
(Randeria) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2
|
Please apply
new Bill even to the incoming steamer and following steamers Present practice
of inquiring rights even of domicile. Certificate holders very unfair and
operates very harshly |
|
000005982 |
09.06.1914
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
The Act is
'based on equality and common sense' If future difficulties arise, the
Government will therefore, be stronger |
|
000005979 |
09.06.1914
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
3
|
A full report
and notes of the speeches of different members in support of or against the
Bill Almost all Natal Members voted against. Passed 60 vs. 24
(C.T.="Cape Times") |
|
000005985 |
09.06.1914
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
Report of a
notice of motion to exclude all Asiatic except Russians and Japanese It will
test public opinion in total exclusion |
|
000005980 |
09.06.1914
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
A very vigorous
attack on the opponents of Bill 3 pound Tax 'fiscally futile, ethically
indefensible and politically unjust' |
|
000005984 |
09.06.1914
|
13155 |
ANJUMAN ISLAM
(Randeria) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2
|
Interior asks
for specific cases which were refused entry in spite of indisputable
evidence, Our reply; Thumb print pass indisputable evidence. 15 such cases
still refused entry. |
|
000005981 |
10.06.1914
|
00394 |
ANDREWS, C. F. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
4
|
Gokhale would
accept titles as a constitutionalist The Poet (Rabindranath Tagore) accepted
it out of love for Hardinge- on 'noblesse oblige' principle You have done
right in quietly accepting it and thanking Hardinge |
|
000005993 |
11.06.1914
|
13155 |
ANJUMAN ISLAM
(Randeria) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
Reindenture or
repatriation is the choice for indentured Indians. That means 74000
indentured Indians coming after 1896 are 'prohibited' immigrants. |
|
000005983 |
11.06.1914
|
13850 |
INTERIOR
DEPARTMENT (E.F.C. Lane) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2
|
I will cause
inquiry. I have asked the Anjuman Islam to give me details of specific cases
I return the enclosure |
|
000005986 |
12.06.1914
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
12
|
(An issue of
'India' with notes and Article or report) Regarding the difficulties of
Indians in getting entry. Report of the debate of 'The Indians' Relief Bill'
(in "South Africa") article on 'Komaghta Maru' incident. |
|
000005988 |
15.06.1914
|
14206 |
POLAK? |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
He did not
register owing to pressure as passive resister. Can you obtain registration
or 6 months' permit? He has to pay his own expenses after extension. |
|
000005987 |
15.06.1914
|
13156 |
RUSTOMJEE, Parsee |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2
|
What is their
position after their indenture expire now? Indians have been allowed to land
without showing certificate if educated and previously resident. What is
their position on return after 2 or 3 years? |
|
000024279 |
15.06.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
06733 |
KUNVERJI |
1
|
Hopes meeting
them when Gandhiji comes to India. |
|
000005989 |
16.06.1914
|
14206 |
POLAK? |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2
|
Children de
facto monogamous mar Not registrable under it. New Bill definition wife child
different from old. Seems such children though not prohibited entry
Transvaal, will be unregistrable. |
|
000005991 |
20.06.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
13057 |
CAMPBELL,
Marshall (Senator) |
2
|
No responsible
Indian has objected to the Bill I do not believe that it makes the Indian
affected by it "prohibited Immigrants" |
|
000005990 |
20.06.1914
|
14135 |
RUSTOMJI,
CHRISTOPHER |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
'Natal Mercury'
is interpretations of the new Act; (1) Indian indentured after 1895 must
return to India or re-indenture; no third option. and (2)All Asiatics are
undesirables. |
|
000005992 |
22.06.1914
|
13850 |
INTERIOR
DEPARTMENT (E.F.C. Lane) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
The repeal of 3
pound Tax does not prejudicially affect Indentured Indians in any way The
bill does not bring the position which Natal Mercury thinks it does. |
|
000005994 |
24.06.1914
|
13850 |
INTERIOR
DEPARTMENT (E.F.C. Lane) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
You will see it
oppose clause I of the Bill Please look in here to-morrow morning and discuss
the points raised. |
|
000005995 |
26.06.1914
|
13155 |
ANJUMAN ISLAM
(Randeria) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
It means
present 2nd independent inquiry of (thumb-impression) holders to continue
That no relief Do the needful.
|
|
000005996 |
27.06.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
13850 |
INTERIOR
DEPARTMENT (E.F.C. Lane) |
2
|
Please add
'children' to 'wives' in your points regarding plural wives in your proposed
letter. Protection of 'vested rights' of Indians in Gold areas is of vital
importance I will depart on assurance regarding that. |
|
000005997 |
27.06.1914
|
14136 |
REUTERS,
General Manager |
02299 |
REUTERS, Manager |
2
|
Our
relationship with him in South Africa has been of the most agreeable
description. So courtesy to him will be appreciated He has rendered eminent
service to the Empire by cooperation. |
|
000005999 |
30.06.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
13850 |
INTERIOR DEPARTMENT
(E.F.C. Lane) |
3
|
Some Indians
still dissatisfied regarding; (1) Trading right (2)Transvaal Gold Law and
Township Acts and Act 3 of 1885 (3) Provincial migration (4) Marriage Full
civic rights must be conceded for satisfaction |
|
000005998 |
30.06.1914
|
12867 |
SMUTS, J. C. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
4
|
(1) Indenture
expired Indians will be given a certificate of freedom; (2) Plural wives and
children will be admitted if not many; (3) Entry into cape of South Africa
domiciled Indians allowed to some; (4) Educated Entrants free access to all
provinces etc. |
|
000006000 |
30.06.1914
|
13850 |
INTERIOR
DEPARTMENT (E.F.C. Lane) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
(1) We will not
object to postal authorities regarding employing cama (2) Mines Minister is
being communicated with and Smuts hopes your solution will be accepted. |
|
000025538 |
01.07.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08404 |
GOKHALE, Gopal
Krishna |
2
|
(1) I shall
most probably leave on 18th; (2) I am sorry to learn about your illness. Hope
to meet you soon. |
|
000006001 |
06.07.1914
|
13850 |
INTERIOR DEPARTMENT
(E.F.C. Lane) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
I have referred
the matter to the Mines Dept. They will make inquires and then submit the
matter to the Minister.
|
|
000006003 |
07.07.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
13850 |
INTERIOR
DEPARTMENT (E.F.C. Lane) |
2
|
According to
Harcourt's answer in House of Common (1911) and De Viller's note in a White
Paper; South Africa Government is committed to maintain existing rights
British Indians freely traded and moved in Gold areas, The law should not
change that. |
|
000006002 |
08.07.1914
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
The value of a
house was reduced by the Johannesburg Municipality as it was built with
coloured labour and was of 'poor finish' Building contractors are Realising
the superiority of white labour though more costly. |
|
000006004 |
10.07.1914
|
13155 |
ANJUMAN ISLAM
(Randeria) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2
|
The
ex-indentured Indian is free Domicile rights granted etc. Johannesburg
telegrams protesting against your reception were contemptible You fought and
won etc. |
|
000006009 |
13.07.1914
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
Indians are
enthusiastically grateful to him fair-minded Europeans acknowledge his
(conspicuous) conspicuous services to south Africa and British Empire "A
man of extra-ordinary intellectual power and singularly magnetic
personality" |
|
000006031 |
14.07.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00899 |
GANDHI,
Maganlal K. |
2
|
Herewith the
Balance-sheet as made out from the Account books of the Press. Full account I
shall carry with me to India What should Sam do if he does not get a licence
to change his gun? |
|
000006007 |
14.07.1914
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
He takes with
him not only the gratitude and admiration of his own people but also the
appreciation of all who watched his devotion etc. |
|
000006008 |
14.07.1914
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
It is hoped Mr.
Gandhi will impress upon his people the fact that Government have gone much
further than public opinion; and there will be no further concessions. |
|
000006010 |
14.07.1914
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
They have got
nearly everything they 'stuck out' for and they are going to 'stick out' for
more: The Native have a far greater. claim for protection etc. |
|
000006006 |
14.07.1914
|
00390 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
5
|
Our
relationship has some element of husband and wife; or rather of Eastern elder
and younger brothers, (A latter full of great love and regard for Gandhi) |
|
000006016 |
14.07.1914
|
14137 |
MATHEW, E.M.
& GREEN, Alice |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2
|
I fear I cannot
see you as I am here and cannot leave from here early. Your remembrance
"Will be life-long possession" |
|
000006012 |
15.07.1914
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
Mr. Wyndham
(M.L. A.) praise Gandhi's loyalty to the British Empire: Gandhi was then
presented with 4 boys Mr. and Mrs. Thambi Naidoo In reply Gandhi said British
constitution kept him to the Empire Behind passive resistance lay the great
spirit which asked for abstract principles. Kallenbach also was given a
farewell. |
|
000006013 |
15.07.1914
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
The settlement
was discussed It was decided to thank the Government for conciliation and
give an address to Gandhi to congratulate him. |
|
000006011 |
15.07.1914
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
After a very
glorious, tribute to Gandhi {' so frail a figure housing so vigorous
character etc. and the other choice expressions); a report of the interview
is given in which Gandhi gives us little Kindly acts of Europeans. |
|
000006014 |
15.07.1914
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
'Natal Indians
emphatically protest against reception to Gandhi' (Natal (Indian) Congress )
we protest banquet address Relief Bill no settlement. Gandhi's action not
satisfactory. Address not fully behalf British Indian Asso. |
|
000006020 |
16.07.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14139 |
INDIANS IN
SOUTH AFRICA |
7
|
Some Indians
think themselves to be my enemies but I do not think so, and the reason also
is my own faults. Let us cling to Truth, courage Unity, cleanliness etc. We
could not have got more: |
|
000006019 |
16.07.1914
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
2
|
(1) The more
the breach of Government's promises the greater the concession it had to give
us. (2) The greater the hardship the greater the resulting joy The community
will be able to preserve the rights till its strength lasts. |
|
000006018 |
16.07.1914
|
14138 |
SOUTH AFRICA
BORN HINDUS |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2
|
We express our
deep satisfaction to the result and our sincere appreciation of the signal
services too numerous for mention done by you. |
|
000006015 |
16.07.1914
|
13160 |
NEWCASTLE
INDIAN ASSOCIATION |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2
|
It is
impossible to describe your services for the honour of the Mother Land She
calls you. Our hearts with you. We fully support the agreement. |
|
000006017 |
16.07.1914
|
13167 |
MATHEW, E. M. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
3
|
A big part of
me sails away to India and I thank God that we three met in a flesh and the
flesh was no barrier to our meeting in spirit. |
|
000006005 |
17.07.1914
|
12905 |
EUROPEAN
COMMITTEE OF SYMPATHISERS |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
Our most
sincere regards for your self-sacrifice moderation, duty, statesmanlike
action resulting in your complete success.
|
|
000006023 |
20.07.1914
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
7
|
I am attired in
this unfamiliar dress to mourn the death of (Indian) indentured labourers. A
Satyagrahi is a brave man. We have got the utmost possible. |
|
000006026 |
20.07.1914
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
3
|
When so-called
leaders failed us, you stepped in and struck work. I dedicate my praise to
God It is you who won the fight not I etc. |
|
000006021 |
20.07.1914
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
None can
withhold admiration for his fortitude, for his tenacity and the absolute
self-negation of his work etc. |
|
000006029 |
20.07.1914
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
21
|
[A long very
vivid and truthful description of the fight. the historical march and
Gandhi's arrest etc] Gandhi more than satisfied with it. |
|
000006025 |
20.07.1914
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
2
|
This is the
greatest honour to me. Your love for me is beyond words. Do not rely upon
leaders but upon Satyagraha. Never waste money in ornaments Fly from the
drink devil. Gandhi himself a labourer indentured for whole life |
|
000006027 |
20.07.1914
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
Your costly
presents are against the spirit of my ideas of living I wish I could maintain
such confidence in India My appeal to Europeans is that they should think
imperially and keep British Empire on moral basis. |
|
000006024 |
20.07.1914
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
3
|
{Gujarati
summary of the speech reported in s,n,6012} |
|
000006022 |
20.07.1914
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
In reply to
Gujarati Hindoos' address; I and everyone else cannot find my salvation
except on the Indian soil. |
|
000006028 |
20.07.1914
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
I thank the
senders of hundreds of wires, I have received on deck (of the steamer) This
will remind what South Africa means to us. I trust white friends will
continue sympathy |
|
000006032 |
30.07.1914
|
13156 |
RUSTOMJEE,
Parsee |
01305 |
GANDHI,
Chhaganlal K. |
2
|
Herewith Sheikh
Mehtab's [a passive resister's] letter for money to get medical aid for his
wife and her mother. Please give me a definite reply. There will be tea-party
which all the settlers should attend. |
|
000006033 |
31.07.1914
|
14140 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja
(Miss) & RITCH |
01305 |
GANDHI,
Chhaganlal K. |
1
|
Polak has taken
them with him.(evidently those made be Gandhi in jail for Smuts) to Pretoria
He will speak to Mr, Gorges (Secretary, Interior Dept.) regarding Sam's gun. |
|
000006030 |
31.07.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
Minister, Mines
Dept. assured the maintenance of existing rights of Indians Harcourt in House
of Common said the same thing. |
|
000006034 |
02.08.1914
|
00474 |
MEHTA, P. J.
(Pranjivandas) (Dr.) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
4
|
Send me one
receipt for all my contribution e total comes to about Rs. 32000/- I hope the
new Bill has mitigated your hardships |
|
000006048 |
03.08.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
01305 |
GANDHI,
Chhaganlal K. |
4
|
We have fixed
up a time-table and it is strictly followed Ba[Mrs. Gandhi;Kasuraba] is doing
wonders. she is quite happy with the simple meals It was a wrench this time
to leave Phoenix Follow the five yamas [NIYAM= Regulations or principles] You
have not failed me yet. Earn the love of all there etc. |
|
000006035 |
03.08.1914
|
13172 |
JALBHAI C/O
WELSON C. |
01305 |
GANDHI,
Chhaganlal K. |
1
|
Received your
cheque But Sorabji has sent me a draft of a receipt to be signed by Parsee
Rustomjee Please advise me. |
|
000006040 |
07.08.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00416 |
GANDHI,
Chhaganlal K. |
1
|
'Not yet free
from the effects of the long fast' 'I am laid up in bed with the old pain in
my left leg.' Remember me to all
|
|
000006038 |
07.08.1914
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
12
|
Evidently a
list of jewellery which Gandhi Maganlal took with him to India. Also a list
of costly presents to Gandhiji made of Gold etc. |
|
000006036 |
07.08.1914
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
51
|
Diary of Gandhi
Maganlal relating the everyday work of Phoenix passengers for India Relates
how by courage they got convenience and converted an officer. Also acts of
atrocity by Germans. |
|
000006039 |
07.08.1914
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
9
|
A list of books
which was in Gandhi's small pocket; also a list of cooking utensils taken to
Santiniketan () |
|
000006041 |
13.08.1914
|
00390 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
01305 |
GANDHI,
Chhaganlal K. |
1
|
Many thanks for
your 'Kindly thoughts' in sending a gift to my sister- in-law Polak H.s. L.
says he paid something to Gandhi, who has probably pocketed it and forgotten
all about it. |
|
000032391 |
13.08.1914
|
00898 |
GANDHI,
Maganlal K. |
00416 |
GANDHI,
Chhaganlal K. |
2
|
Maganlal
mentions Ch. Krishna's illness and the treatment he gave him and how Ch.
Krishna recovered. Ref. to a boat race between the boat of Kachabhai and that
of 'Pandna'. But Kachabhai's boat was lost in the sea. Ref. to Fakirbhai and
Chhanabhai. |
|
000006037 |
13.08.1914
|
00899 |
GANDHI,
Maganlal K. |
00416 |
GANDHI,
Chhaganlal K. |
3
|
Herewith my
diary (6036) Krishna caused some anxiety but fruit diet saved him Reference
to Krishna's boat in a loving light vein ending in serious reflection. |
|
000006042 |
14.08.1914
|
13173 |
SMITH |
01305 |
GANDHI,
Chhaganlal K. |
6
|
We are brothers
in search (for God) I shall be grateful if allowed to join you. I am tired of
this materialistic life etc. |
|
000006043 |
17.08.1914
|
00730 |
RUSTOMJEE,
Parsee |
01305 |
GANDHI,
Chhaganlal K. |
1
|
A committee of
it has been formed To what account does your press debit expenses of wires on
behalf of the Asso.? I pay for some wires only. |
|
000006044 |
23.08.1914
|
00394 |
ANDREWS, C. F. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
3
|
I am terribly
anxious for your reply. wire but I turn to God and pray for you Should I
come? The Viceroy will try to end indenture before full period expires The
poet has given up writing for the sake of the school |
|
000006046 |
28.08.1914
|
14141 |
WEST, Albert
Henry &.GANDHI C.K. |
13175 |
SMITH (Miss) |
1
|
To lose dear
ones is always a trial, but to lose ones mother; only those who have had the
experience can know what it means. Phoenix settlers mourn your loss which is
ours also. |
|
000006047 |
28.08.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
01305 |
GANDHI,
Chhaganlal K. |
5
|
Mr. and Mrs.
Roberts Charles (the general? have become very friendly and tended me in my
illness Condole Miss Smith. We are not at fault for delay in publication of
Fund [Satyagraha or passive resistance Fund] accounts The [Transvaal British
Indian]Asso. has given me all its money etc. |
|
000006045 |
28.08.1914
|
00394 |
ANDREWS, C. F. |
01305 |
GANDHI,
Chhaganlal K. |
1
|
I am eagerly
looking for the arrival of the boys. I wish I could go down and meet them but
that is impossible Received pound 180/- for South Africa Fund |
|
000032392 |
01.09.1914
|
00898 |
GANDHI,
Maganlal K. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
10
|
Maganlal Gandhi
and others landed in Bombay on 27-8-1914. Maganlal refers to the checking
done by the Customs officials at the Bombay port. Ref. to the difficulties
they experienced in getting their luggage released. Ref. to sudden demise of
father-in-law of Narandas. Ref. to letters received from Santiniketan,
welcoming the new entrants. Maganlal and others' stay at Santa Cruz. Ref. to
Harakhchandbhai, Hathibhai, and Madhavdas. Ref. to money sent from Phoenix
farm before Maganlal and others left that place. Ref. to Revabhai and
Harilal. Enquiring about Kasturba. |
|
000024516 |
03.09.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00899 |
GANDHI,
Maganlal K. |
4
|
I am very busy
here: We are being trained in the First aid. But I am still feeling. |
|
00006059A |
04.09.1914
|
00899 |
GANDHI,
Maganlal K. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
10
|
A very
interesting account of the group landing and their daily life in Santa-cruz
Writer's [Gandhi Maganlal K.] and Gandhi's love for simplicity in diet and
observances manifest in such letters. |
|
000006052 |
18.09.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00899 |
GANDHI,
Maganlal K. |
4
|
I used to say
in South Africa that to join Ambulance Corp is to help the war and so as a
Satyagrahi [passive resister] We cannot do so But I saw that mere stay here
is to take part in the war Navy-protected food is 'tainted' so I must either
go to a cave or do something. His views on Indian Students in England etc. |
|
000028482 |
18.09.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
01305 |
GANDHI,
Chhaganlal K. |
1
|
Copy of P. 6051 |
|
000006049 |
19.09.1914
|
02942 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja
(Miss) |
01305 |
GANDHI,
Chhaganlal K. |
1
|
You would not
agree when I hold forth on the inferiority of mere man. My thanks to Mrs.
Gandhi C.K. [Gandhi kashiba]for the delicious sweets etc. |
|
000006051 |
19.09.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
01305 |
GANDHI,
Chhaganlal K. |
2
|
All my heart is
in India This country seems to be like deadly poison to me. But I stay from a
sense of duty. |
|
000006091 |
21.09.1914
|
13188 |
GANDHI, Ramdas |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2
|
As our stay is
not settled our minds are very unsteady We may go to Hardwar We are strictly
following rules laid down by you. |
|
000006053 |
22.09.1914
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
Information
regarding the corps organised in response to a widely expressed desire, Terms
and rates for service also given |
|
000006050 |
27.09.1914
|
00899 |
GANDHI,
Maganlal K. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
4
|
A very
interesting letter giving us a glimpse of dietary and thought and living of
Phoenix But our methods are subject to criticism Your name is so famous that
Government officials are kind to us. |
|
000006092 |
27.09.1914
|
13189 |
GANDHI, Manilal |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2
|
Andrew's wire
asking us to go to Hardwar So we are to have a hurried visit of Rajkot and
Porbandar. |
|
00006069A |
01.10.1914
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
4
|
A list 22 names
- apparently of those leaders who volunteered under Gandhi's leadership to
serve as an Ambulance corp. |
|
000006054 |
07.10.1914
|
13184 |
SORABJI |
01305 |
GANDHI,
Chhaganlal K. |
4
|
Leg-pain.
increased and also piles But he is recovering Too busy with Ambulance Corps.
work. Do not give Mr. Naidoo pound 120/- If time-expired Indian labourers are
not given discharge certificate serious agitation is needed |
|
000006094 |
11.10.1914
|
13190 |
GANDHI,
Prabhudas C. |
00416 |
GANDHI,
Chhaganlal K. |
2
|
Report of the
trip to Kathiawar 'We have resumed taking Ghee and Milk; as oil was found
unsuitable to all of us. |
|
00006069B |
13.10.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
17915 |
|
22
|
Correspondence
in complete between Gandhi and colonel Baker ;and Gandhi and Roberts Charles
regarding Gandhi's demand for consultation |
|
000006056 |
14.10.1914
|
00899 |
GANDHI,
Maganlal K. |
14142 |
GANDHI,
Chhaganlal K.(Mr. and Mrs.) |
2
|
I have great
Reverence for him To sot beside him is to realise the value of 'Satsang'
[company of saints] He is always uneasy He is miles apart from Bapu and does
not like simplicity |
|
000006055 |
14.10.1914
|
13834 |
POLAK, Maud
(Miss) |
01305 |
GANDHI,
Chhaganlal K. |
1
|
I was married
to Mr. Cheesman on 8th August, the day of Gandhiji's reception . Will you put
in a notice of it and my address in '"Indian Opinion"' to delay of
my letters? |
|
000032393 |
16.10.1914
|
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1
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Names of
several persons such as Chhaganlal, Manilal, Shivapujam, Devidas, Narandas,
and others have been mentioned on the note and some number is shown against
each name. The member is supposed to denote the weight in pounds (or stones). |
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000006057 |
20.10.1914
|
00899 |
GANDHI,
Maganlal K. |
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"BLANK" |
2
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A very
enthusiastic and appreciate account of experience of the Phonixites during
their stay in the Ashram
|
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000006089 |
20.10.1914
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00899 |
GANDHI, Maganlal
K. |
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"BLANK" |
2
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An eulogistic
description of the Gurukula where physical hardihood and bravery are
inculcated Description of the scenery here |
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000006095 |
23.10.1914
|
00899 |
GANDHI,
Maganlal K. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
16
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An enthusiastic
description The letter bears testimony to Gandhi's love of simplicity in diet
dress etc. and also of rigorous life. |
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000006058 |
24.10.1914
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13176 |
RUSTOMJEE,
Sorabjee |
00416 |
GANDHI,
Chhaganlal K. |
1
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He is rapidly
recovering but still too weak to write. We have difference with the command
officer and so camping and drill are stopped by us. However attend both It is
a long story
|
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000006059 |
28.10.1914
|
02612 |
GANDHI,
Narandas |
00416 |
GANDHI,
Chhaganlal K. |
2
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Our parents had
no objection but your father-in-law and his family quarrelled with Maganbhai
over the education and pitied the children. But I find them far brighter and
happier than home educated boys of our family. |
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000006060 |
31.10.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
01305 |
GANDHI,
Chhaganlal K. |
2
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The Ambulance
corps Satyagraha has ended. We have got what we demanded I am still
bedridden, but out of danger. There is no way but to allow Polak to withdraw
as much amount as he likes |
|
000032876 |
05.11.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00416 |
GANDHI,
Chhaganlal K. |
2
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I shall stay in
London for about three months, perhaps more: Idea of making South African
unit join the war. My health is so so. I may not be able to go to France.
Kellenbach is with me. Kasturba is keeping well. Maganlal's papers are
enclosed herewith. Writing for "Indian Opinion" is sent. |
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000006061 |
05.11.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
01305 |
GANDHI,
Chhaganlal K. |
2
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I may write to
him if you insist but it is not proper I can move about. On reaching Bombay I
shall publish accounts Kallenbach is with me and happy |
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000023868 |
06.11.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08270 |
GOKHALE (Prof.) |
2
|
Informs that he
is better and that Mr. Baker has conceded the two points in our favour. |
|
000006062 |
11.11.1914
|
13180 |
DAISES (?)
EDITH |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
3
|
What splendid
work our Indians are doing at the front! I pray for the Rajas who are
fighting -noble souls' herewith fine letters |
|
000006063 |
12.11.1914
|
13181 |
PEARSON,
William Winstanley |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2
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Every one is
healthy and plump and cheerful. They will influence the whole Ashram by their
hard manual work and simple food. So noble of you to work hard for ambulance
work |
|
000006096 |
13.11.1914
|
00394 |
ANDREWS, C. F. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
4
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Gurudev[Rabindranath
Tagore] feels highly obliged for being allowed the privilege of having them
at Santiniketan 'Whatever happens to you they are now my very own and my
first care'-so do not anxious about them. |
|
000024278 |
15.11.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08322 |
PRAGJIBHAI |
4
|
Explains that
though a real satyagrahi cannot take part in war G. offered to do hospital
work, because the work being humanitarian offorded chance to serve everybody
including the enemy. The offer was unconditional living itself in English
involved protection by the navy which was part of the war, and as G. is not
yet a full Satyagrahi. |
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000029514 |
20.11.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08740 |
WEST, Albert
Henry |
4
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(1) Informs
authority preventing him (G) from working in Wounded soliders Hospitals lest
he (G) mischieves (2) Finds London atmosphere artificial & immoral almost
atrophying ones soul. (3) Express desire to resist the war passively had he
the moral strength. |
|
000006064 |
23.11.1914
|
00899 |
GANDHI,
Maganlal K. |
13178 |
GANDHI, C. K.
(Mr. and Mrs.) |
12
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Description of
Bombay Gandharva Vidyalaya and of their visit to Rajkot and Porbandar A short
description of their life in Santiniketan |
|
000023869 |
26.11.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08270 |
GOKHALE (Prof.) |
4
|
Informs that G.
cannot give up vegetarianism (though doctors do not agree) to be free from
his maledy and that if he does not improve he will leave for India inquires
about his health. |
|
000026454 |
01.12.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00660 |
GANDHI, Manilal |
4
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Be careful
about how you spend your time, your study etc. and inculcate habits of
economy and courtesy. |
|
000026457 |
01.12.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00660 |
GANDHI, Manilal |
1
|
Be moderate in
your food. Do not over eat and do not waste anything. |
|
000026452 |
01.12.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00660 |
GANDHI, Manilal |
1
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Think and then
act. Write to me when you want money but always keep the poor in mind. |
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000026453 |
01.12.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00660 |
GANDHI, Manilal |
4
|
Be moderate in
eating chillies. Be tolerant and humble. Serve Andrews as much as you can.
Keep account of money as well as of time. |
|
000006066 |
02.12.1914
|
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
13850 |
INTERIOR
DEPARTMENT (E.F.C. Lane) |
3
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Gandhi
as a Secretary of our Asso. represented the vast majority of Indians of
Transvaal Government has accepted till now that position We have a right to
nominate 6 entrants. |
|
000006065 |
02.12.1914
|
13850 |
INTERIOR
DEPARTMENT (E.F.C. Lane) |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
1
|
Gandhi
represented a certain influential section of the Indian community in South
Africa. So Government accepted 4 [out of 10] of his nominees. Government
promised to allow 6 entrants but did not promise that they should be all of
one section |
|
000006067 |
07.12.1914
|
00390 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
01305 |
GANDHI,
Chhaganlal K. |
2
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I
had an agreement with Gandhi to draw pound 600/- for 6 months. This was then
extended for another 1/2 year. So I have to draw cheques from Passive
Resistance Fund |
|
000006097 |
10.12.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00899 |
GANDHI,
Maganlal K. |
4
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You can take
butter milk Only do nor forget self-restraint. Agriculture is real prayer and
philanthropy. If we can earn our, bread thereby we have done everything God
should be remembered constantly I feel Phoenix as the best I am glad you
agree[Gandhi's emphasis on diet is seen in many letters to or from him] |
|
000006068 |
20.12.1914
|
13183 |
LAZARUS, John
M. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
6
|
A long letter
recounting the woes of 'Depressed classes' and opining that so long as that
is the case Indians should not be given Self-Government |
|
000029515 |
23.12.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08740 |
WEST, Albert
Henry |
2
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Feels unreal
his (G's) being on way to India after being so often prevented. X'mas love. |
|
000006098 |
23.12.1914
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00416 |
GANDHI, Chhaganlal
K. |
3
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God's 'Lila' is
unique Unexpectedly I return 'home' My health is improving I am travelling
2nd class (lowest); and studying Bengali. |
|
000006069 |
25.12.1914
|
13184 |
SORABJI |
01305 |
GANDHI,
Chhaganlal K. |
2
|
It was a very
hearty send off. Sir Charles and Lady Roberts were specially kind and
intimate. BHawnagree and Dube were against Dr. Jivraj Mehta treated and
nursed Gandhi very well. Very good man. |
|
000032394 |
26.12.1914
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2
|
Ref. to
conditions on the steamer, weather conditions, the type of food consumed etc. |
|
000006099 |
28.12.1914
|
13190 |
GANDHI,
Prabhudas C. |
00416 |
GANDHI,
Chhaganlal K. |
12
|
A very interest
account of their daily routine Tone full of enthusiasm Manual and
intellectual labour Hard studies in both
|
|
000006100 |
31.12.1914
|
13188 |
GANDHI, Ramdas |
01305 |
GANDHI,
Chhaganlal K. |
2
|
Gandhi had had
a very great reception Gurudev is wonderful in love and poetry But this land
is dry. Students here want to learn not Gurudev's spirit but mere A.B.C.
Gujarati is 'Lively' |
|
00021645A |
31.12.1914
|
08273 |
WEDDERBURN,
William (Sir) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
I appreciate
the gift to me of the casket presented to you But its real place is in India.
May I send it to Bombay? |
