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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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000005205 |
01.01.1911
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
3
|
Two
specimen copies of Gandhi's Bill of Charges to Messrs East India Trading
Company, and Dada Osman. |
|
000005206 |
01.01.1911
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
Balance
sheet of 1910 showing a loss of Pound 223 and odd. |
|
00005241B |
01.01.1911
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
3
|
Text
of the Act of 1906 of the Cape. |
|
000005210 |
01.01.1911
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
4
|
(1)Education
Test makes passing impossible (2)Wives and Children of domiciled Asiatics
become "Prohibited" etc. [Harsher than the Natal and Cape Laws :
Handwriting seems to be that of Mr. Ritch] |
|
00005241C |
01.01.1911
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
11
|
Act
of 1903 also Amended Act of 1906. Act. |
|
00005241A |
01.01.1911
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
3
|
Text
of your Act of 1906. Any person who can satisfy Immigration officer by
writing and signing an application in English can enter. |
|
000005203 |
05.01.1911
|
06718 |
ANANDLAL |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2
|
My
father will not permit so I have decided to go to South Africa without his
permission. I try to keep
up Phoenix ideals here: |
|
000009528 |
08.01.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
01806 |
GANDHI,
Chanchalben |
6
|
I
and Ba are glad to receive your long and interesting letter. Havilal will be
released tomorrow. He will also be yoceased. I wish that you should not put
on ornament ever to pamloev public opinion. Real ornaments are character and
chastity both of which you do possess. |
|
000005204 |
19.01.1911
|
14386 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
4
|
Will
you continue passive resistance for that case only - if all other points are
gained ? |
|
00005206A |
23.01.1911
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
4
|
What
are the chances of an appeal in Hoosaing's case ? When out of 6 members 4 were
persent and I voted in his favour ? Opinion : Though no reasonable certainty
of success worth wile to take the risk. |
|
000005211 |
01.02.1911
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
3
|
Three
specimens of Bills of the International Printing Press [Gandhi's Press] which
publishes "Indian Opinion" |
|
000005207 |
11.02.1911
|
12957 |
POLAK, Maud
(Miss) |
00416 |
GANDHI,
Chhaganlal K. |
1
|
We
shall get Pound 65/- the expected subscription for the fund. Ritch is leaving England for South Africa.
Glad you going to India. |
|
000005208 |
20.02.1911
|
06718 |
ANANDLAL |
00899 |
GANDHI,
Maganlal K. |
6
|
He
says that Indians are happier in jail than outside. Phoenix seems to have
forgotten me. Gandhi's
ideal is thus not realised. |
|
00005213B |
20.02.1911
|
06718 |
ANANDLAL |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
It
is not certain when I shall come there: |
|
00005213A |
20.02.1911
|
06718 |
ANANDLAL |
03512 |
PURUSHOTTAMALAL |
1
|
Conveys
personal news. |
|
000005213 |
20.02.1911
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
Of
International Printing Press - Loss Pound 223-18-6. They have to be made with
in one year of the enforcement of Act 36 of 1908 i.e. before 21st September
1909. |
|
000005209 |
25.02.1911
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
6
|
"To
amend and all the various provincial laws, to provide for an Immigration
Department and Regulate Immigration into the Union. |
|
000005212 |
28.02.1911
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
Lepin
and Lepin's Bill for legal work. Reference to British Indian Association vs.
Smuts J. C. and to appeal of Mahomad Chhotabhai. |
|
000005395 |
01.03.1911
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
Trial
Balance for March 1911. Loss pound 223-18-6. |
|
000005214 |
01.03.1911
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
(1)Racial
bar by refusing residential right to educated Indians in Free State. (2)Rights of domicile not fully
recognised etc. |
|
000005322 |
01.03.1911
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
Names
of 10 Chinese Satyagrahis - evidently a very incomplete list with a remark by
Gandhi as to their prisons. |
|
000005396 |
01.03.1911
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
Total
collection 3 pound21-7-10. Balance pound 68-14-10 and Polak's collection at
the Cape pound 28-17-2. |
|
000005219 |
02.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
3
|
With
amendments guaranteeing existing rights of India in Natal and Cape, the Immigration will be admirable. |
|
000005220 |
02.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14584 |
GOOL, Adam |
1
|
Receive
Ritch with due honour. Bill bad for Cape Natal Strenuous opposition
necessary. Await letter. |
|
000005223 |
02.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
13471 |
GREGOROWSKI, R. |
2
|
The
Bill baffles me. I am suspicious of Smuts' intentions. I want your
interpretation on the following points. Some of 9 points given. |
|
000005221 |
02.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
13838 |
GOOL, Abdul
Hamid (Dr.) |
1
|
It
is likely to satisfy satyagrahis of Transvaal, but it deprives the Cape and Natal of good many rights. Status quo should be maintained. |
|
000005215 |
02.03.1911
|
12683 |
REGISTRAR OF
ASIATICS |
13836 |
BURNE &
BURNE (Messrs) |
1
|
They
have to be made within one year of the enforcement of the Act 36 of 1908 i.e.
before 21st September 1909. |
|
000005222 |
02.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
13812 |
UNDER SECRETARY
FOR COLONIES |
2
|
If
those who pass the education test can remain, the Transvaal Struggle can end.
But clarity on the point is essential. What about wives of Registered
Asiatics ? |
|
000005218 |
02.03.1911
|
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
01588 |
POLAK, H.S.L. |
1
|
I
feel that the Transvaal Struggle will end, but what a terrible thing for Cape
and Natal. Herewith draft of wire for Natal to inquire rights of Natal
domiciles and their minors etc. |
|
000005217 |
02.03.1911
|
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
00730 |
RUSTOMJEE,
Parsee |
1
|
Polak
left for Durban Inform him my long letter regarding Bill will reach Saturday
etc. |
|
000005216 |
02.03.1911
|
08619 |
GOKHALE |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
1
|
Wire
views new proposals arranging here frustrate Natal move Private Gokhale. |
|
000029662 |
03.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08759 |
DOKE, Olive C.
(Miss) |
1
|
Inquiries
re: her father's (Rev. Doke's)illness |
|
000029659 |
03.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08759 |
DOKE, Olive C.
(Miss) |
1
|
re:
sending Ramdas & Devdas to learn music from her. |
|
000005225 |
03.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
13191 |
WEST |
1
|
Everything
depends upon its progress. If the Bill is altered for the worse we shall need
press-notices on it, so keep them. |
|
000005224 |
03.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00130 |
COLONIAL
SECRETARY |
1
|
Does
the Section 1 contemplate entry of educated Asiatics passing the Educational
test enter Transvaal without registration under 36 of 1908 ? |
|
000005231 |
04.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
2
|
It
shows that your work and Polak's have told. Schreiner's Opinion should be
taken if the cape Indians pay for it. Passive Resistance Fund cannot be used
for it. |
|
000005228 |
04.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14386 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
1
|
Gragorowski
R.'s view is dead against the Bill. So no ambiguity should be allowed to
remain. Passive Resistance
Fund cannot be used for this work. |
|
000005233 |
04.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1
|
Inform
all extremely satisfactory wire from Smuts coming evening two Sorabjees. |
|
000005234 |
04.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00130 |
COLONIAL
SECRETARY |
2
|
Thanks
for Smuts' assurance, but special mention should be made to exempt Educated
Asiatics who pass the test from Transvaal and Free State Laws, also for minors outside Transvaal and wives of residents,
passive resistance will stop then. [Date fixed with reference to "Indian Opinion"
18-3-1911. P. 101] |
|
000005227 |
04.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00130 |
COLONIAL
SECRETARY |
2
|
Thanks
for it to Smuts. But Section 7 militates against that interpretation and
wives and minors have no protection of common Law. When these 2 points are
made clear passive resistance will stop. Please no victimisation. |
|
000005232 |
04.03.1911
|
01342 |
NATESAN |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
1
|
Cable
immediately views New Act. Also advise nature future agitation here: |
|
000005230 |
04.03.1911
|
14386 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
Strongly
urge wire Ritch take Schreiner's Opinion same points. Gregorowski shall be
here Monday Tuesday. |
|
000005226 |
04.03.1911
|
00130 |
COLONIAL
SECRETARY |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
3
|
Asia
admitted under educational test will not fall under Registration Law or be
restricted to provincial limits. Please end passive resistance and its
sufferings which have equally distressed Smuts. |
|
000005229 |
04.03.1911
|
12972 |
GREGOROWSKI, R. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
The
Draft Act does not aid the Asiatic. He cease to be a prohibited immigrant but
in the end he is not better off. |
|
000005239 |
06.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1
|
If
Smuts does not yield as to the clarification of the points do you think my
presence necessary there ? |
|
000005236 |
06.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
12957 |
POLAK, Maud
(Miss) |
2
|
Passive
Resistance will cease if our two points [Act 1907 and free legal entry of
educated Indians] are gained even if the Bill be bad in other respects. Ritch
and Polak doing splendid work. The Bill very bad for cape and Natal. |
|
000005235 |
06.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14386 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
2
|
Registered
Transvaal Indians anxious to retain their Natal or Cape domicile should be in
Natal or Cape at the time of the enforcement of the Act. |
|
000005238 |
06.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14589 |
INDIAN OPINION |
1
|
Translate
Bill there, no time. |
|
000005237 |
06.03.1911
|
13840 |
SULEIMAN HAJEE |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
Government
tries to usurp [also Municipalities] right of ignorant poor Indians to take
away their licences. No god
leader here: |
|
000005248 |
07.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
2
|
Though
Smuts is at present reasonable and asserts that the Bill does not affect
Natal & Cape Indians rights you should see friends. |
|
000005244 |
07.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
13843 |
DOKE,
Joseph J. (Rev.
Dr.) |
2
|
Our
first demand (1907 Act) is granted but the Bill should be amended to allow
free legal entry of educated Indians. |
|
000005246 |
07.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14386 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
1
|
The
Petition herewith. After being duly signed it should be sent to Ritch for
presentation if he thinks it necessary. |
|
000005242 |
07.03.1911
|
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
14592 |
RITCH,
L. W. C/O. GOOL A. |
1
|
Association
requests authorises you act regarding the Bill as representing Transvaal. This wire your authority to do so. |
|
000005241 |
07.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
13842 |
CAADIR, ABDUL |
1
|
Have
already advised Natal and Cape offer stubborn opposition. Transvaal passive resistance may cease
and bill turned-to your good advantage if you do your duty. |
|
000005240 |
07.03.1911
|
14590 |
CAADIR, (Abdul) |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1
|
Surprise
you accept to-day's "Mercury". You ruin Cape Natal be warned in time don't blunder again. |
|
000005243 |
07.03.1911
|
13077 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1
|
Community
meets discuss Bill agree remain here pending Bill if funds found locally
Harold self well Love. |
|
000005245 |
07.03.1911
|
02945 |
MINISTER OF
INTERIOR |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1
|
The
legal questions raised by your counsel are being gone into by Minister with
legal advisers. |
|
000005247 |
07.03.1911
|
14386 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
Does
section 7 take right (of) Natal born Indians going to Cape ? |
|
000005254 |
08.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1
|
They
will be found from the funds here but Cape and Natal should provide for legal opinion
expenses etc. Personal expenses
we will bear. |
|
000005249 |
08.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
2
|
See
Schreiner if Cape Indians pay for Legal Advice. Seek interview,
Smuts regarding Transvaal and Natal. |
|
000005255 |
08.03.1911
|
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
13844 |
DOKE,
Joseph J. (Rev.
Dr.) |
1
|
The
following telegram reflects it - "The Legal Questions raised by your
counsel are being gone into by legal advisers" |
|
000005257 |
08.03.1911
|
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
14524 |
COLONIAL
SECRETARY, P.S. to |
1
|
[Transvaal British Indian] - Association
has appointed Mr. Ritch to represent Transvaal Indians regarding Immigration
Bill. |
|
000005256 |
08.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
01588 |
POLAK, H.S.L. |
1
|
I do
not think that they are protected under section 7. Colonial - born Indian
will find it entry into Cape debarred except under Educational Test. |
|
000005252 |
08.03.1911
|
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
01588 |
POLAK, H.S.L. |
1
|
Do
not publish correspondence with Smuts. |
|
000005253 |
08.03.1911
|
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
01588 |
POLAK, H.S.L. |
1
|
Think
rights not cancelled, but such persons entering Cape by sea subject to
educational Test. Ask Ritch
to ascertain from Smuts their legal position. |
|
000005251 |
08.03.1911
|
01588 |
POLAK, H.S.L. |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1
|
May
we publish Transvaal Correspondence with Smuts. |
|
000005250 |
08.03.1911
|
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
Meeting
to decide attitude. I have informed Natal Cape that I will not move unless
fund first placed my hands. |
|
000005264 |
09.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14386 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
1
|
It
is a pleasant surprise. Those who till now were using butter will now be
using harder substances. I am not all enamoured of the idea of Indian
emigration to Argentine. |
|
000005263 |
09.03.1911
|
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
13077 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1
|
Your
wire fills me with hope. Herewith copies of wire just despatched. Evidently Oom Jami fears Bogeyman Ritch. |
|
000005260 |
09.03.1911
|
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
13077 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1
|
General
Smuts telegraphs declining recognise you saying he has always freely received
Indian. Sending you copy
wire to Smuts. |
|
000005261 |
09.03.1911
|
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
13043 |
MINISTER OF
INTERIOR DEPT. |
3
|
He
is at Cape Town, Indian Transvaal Leaders
for away. He is S. A. domicile and old representative. Appointed to help progress of the Bill. |
|
000005262 |
09.03.1911
|
13077 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1
|
Cape
Community United at last. |
|
000005259 |
09.03.1911
|
02945 |
MINISTER OF
INTERIOR |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
1
|
As
Smuts always freely received Indian Leaders and their views he declines to
recognise Ritch as representative of S. A.Indians. |
|
000005258 |
09.03.1911
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
I
consider it a distinct effort to approach a solution. A Solution of the
problem in a fair spirit. Needs
some clarification. [M.P.="Morning Post"] |
|
000005272 |
10.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
5
|
Enclosed
the Petition which you may present through Transvaal members if you think
proper. I do think proper.
Do attend second reading. |
|
000005274 |
10.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1
|
You
entire stranger, Indian Representation carefully considered. Smuts adds that
no use anybody coming, so I don't come. |
|
000005267 |
10.03.1911
|
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
12867 |
SMUTS, J. C. |
2
|
My
Association is grateful (to you) for your assurances. Mr. Ritch was deputed
for helping you. The Association trusts minors will be protected and Educated
Asiatics granted free legal entry by amendments. |
|
000005271 |
10.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14386 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
1
|
Your
letter "magnificent". I agree with you that the Transvaal right
cannot be taken away but Natal right of domicile is annulled. |
|
000005266 |
10.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14224 |
BUDREE |
1
|
You
will get all information from Polak. For the present you aught not to think
of coming here: The struggle is not over yet. |
|
000005273 |
10.03.1911
|
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
00261 |
LEGISLATIVE
ASSEMBLY |
4
|
(1)Right
of Educated Asiatics to reside be clearly recognised. (2)Protection of wives
and Minors hitherto enjoyed should be provided now use also etc. |
|
000005268 |
10.03.1911
|
13077 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1
|
Impression
prevails here Transvaal Indians satisfied. Wire statement your view. |
|
000005270 |
10.03.1911
|
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1
|
If
Minister persists perhaps advisable you come. No danger measure passing
present form. Pushing
ahead. |
|
000005265 |
10.03.1911
|
09531 |
SECRETARY FOR
INTERIOR |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
2
|
Ritch
is an entire stranger, and there is no need to bring him in. Indians may rely
that their views will be fully considered. |
|
000005269 |
10.03.1911
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
5
|
Deductions
:- (1) Educated Asiatics passing the test need not register under 36 of 1908.
(2) No appeal against Government Officers' Decision etc. Laughton's Opinion.
(1)Yes, regarding future immigrants. (2)Appeal does lie etc. |
|
000005278 |
11.03.1911
|
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
08710 |
NAIDOO |
1
|
Protest
regarding severity educational test. Uncertainty rights of domicile and of
wives and minors, as discretion is given to issue certificates. |
|
000005280 |
11.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1
|
Smuts
has placed on the Table the correspondence. Get a copy and send it. As per
your wire, I have wired to several Members of Legislative Assembly. |
|
000005275 |
11.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1
|
Have sent wires
following Quinn, Windham, T.Schreiner, Jagger, W.Shreiner, Chaplin, Duncan,
Fitzpatric Farror etc. |
|
000005279 |
11.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14598 |
NATESAN,
GOKHALE, DEPUTATION |
1
|
Principle
satisfactory but should be amended to exempt educated Asiatics from
Registration and to protect wives and minors. Adversely affects cape Natal rights. Deprives them right calling
wives clerks etc. |
|
000005276 |
11.03.1911
|
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
13849 |
QUINN, WYNDHAM,
SHREINER ETC |
2
|
Does
not exempt educated Asiatics who pass test from Registration Act and does not
protect wives and minors registered Asiatics. Please amend to end struggle
involving 3000 imprison and ruin Asiatics' Homes etc. |
|
000005277 |
11.03.1911
|
08710 |
NAIDOO |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
1
|
Ritch
informs mass meeting. Will be glad of your views on the subject. |
|
000005282 |
13.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1
|
I
expect much from the Cape Press. From "Cape Argus's" Leader, I feel that the Bill
will be modified to curtail Government's discretion. |
|
000005283 |
13.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14386 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
1
|
It
is due to their indifference and laziness. They have not studied the Law.
After the Bill we will have to present our Bill of Rights throughout the Union and work away for it,
leaving me out of account. |
|
000005281 |
13.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
12957 |
POLAK, Maud
(Miss) |
3
|
If
the Bill is properly amended to secure legal equality for educated Indians
and protection of wives of registered Asiatics [Not a new point but in
defence of existing right]. Satyagraha will stop even if Natal Cape rights remain affected. |
|
000005284 |
13.03.1911
|
13121 |
AMPTHILL (Lord)
& IMMORTAL (Bombay) |
12957 |
POLAK, Maud
(Miss) |
1
|
"Daily
Chronicle" leader shows that we were rightly cautious. The suggestion
that the Bill is intended to serve the purposes of Imperial Conference alarms
me. Please send me news. |
|
000005287 |
13.03.1911
|
14600 |
INTERIOR
DEPARTMENT, P. S. to |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
1
|
I
have the honour to inform you that the subject mentioned in your letter is
receiving consideration. |
|
000005285 |
14.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1
|
Let
us hope for the best. I propose to publish the correspondence regarding
yourself and a leader. If
you object wire direct to Phoenix. |
|
000005286 |
14.03.1911
|
13121 |
AMPTHILL (Lord)
& IMMORTAL (Bombay) |
13834 |
POLAK, Maud
(Miss) |
1
|
Thanks
for copy of the Cable. I shall ask Government for information immediately. We must first know if Indian leaders are
consulted. |
|
000005288 |
14.03.1911
|
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2
|
Though
I do all I can, I am almost indifferent if they "a crowd of naughty
squabbling children" suffer for their sins. |
|
000005289 |
14.03.1911
|
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2
|
They
all go to-morrow. I have carefully seen it the demands do not conflict. Alexander deserves thanks for his
speech. |
|
000005290 |
15.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1
|
We
cannot tolerate any uncertainty regarding the wives and minor children. Send me correspondence between Home
Government and Indian Government. |
|
000005292 |
15.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1
|
Wire
your impression Debate when committee stage. |
|
000005293 |
15.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14386 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
1
|
It
is the first thing necessary. I hope you have collected a large amount. I
have sent the "Rand Daily Mail" article to West. |
|
000005291 |
15.03.1911
|
13834 |
POLAK, Maud
(Miss) |
13121 |
AMPTHILL (Lord)
& IMMORTAL (Bombay) |
1
|
I
note your intention to know if Indians' objections were considered. I shall
do nothing more till I hear from you. |
|
000005303 |
15.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14602 |
RAND DAILY MAIL |
2
|
There
is no question of quietly accepting the existing position of British Indians
in South Africa We will continue to aGitate till we succeed. |
|
000005299 |
16.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
2
|
Educated
Indians should not be subject to the Registration Law of any Province, not of
Transvaal alone. Minors within or without the Union have also to be
protected. Please sean all
amendments because Smuts may act surreptitiously. |
|
00005300A |
16.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1
|
Smuts
says :- [SN 5300] suggest your informing [our] supporters complete exemption
from all Registration Laws Union necessary to stop resistance Regarding wives
also letter evasive. |
|
000005297 |
16.03.1911
|
05603 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja
(Miss) AND KALLENBACH |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1
|
Amendment
should be that Educated not subject registration laws any province, otherwise
Orangia barred and equality violated. Smuts amendment suits a Transvaal Law
but not a Union Law. |
|
000005301 |
16.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14601 |
PRETORIA NEWS |
1
|
The
Bill meets Transvaal Satyagraha view point and so it will cease if minors
fully protected and educated Asiatics allowed free legal entry throughout
South Africa. But that does not mean that it is satisfactory from all points
of view. |
|
000005296 |
16.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
01588 |
POLAK, H.S.L. |
1
|
Ritch
wires Duncan Hunter Jagger ...present petitions. All consider prayer just
Outlook most encouraging Not known when reaching committee. |
|
000005302 |
16.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00390 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
2
|
Naidoo
sends me for correction the petition drafted by him or Aiyaer. But Aiyer, I distrust very much. He is
unscrupulous. |
|
000005298 |
16.03.1911
|
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
Smuts
moving amendment Registration 1908 Law shall not apply immigrants Transvaal. |
|
000005294 |
16.03.1911
|
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
5
|
I
think it right to have the exemptions specifically set out in the Bill. I
think we shall get what we want. But we most carefully mind the Regulation which
I suspect. Ritch agrees
with Laughton. |
|
000005295 |
16.03.1911
|
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
Duncan
presents Transvaal Hunter Natal Jagger Cape Petition all agree prayer. Outlook most encouraging Reuter has
cabled. |
|
000005300 |
16.03.1911
|
12867 |
SMUTS, J. C. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
Orangia's
Immigration Law is not to be repealed Educated Indians will not be able to
reside in Orange without complying with the local Law. |
|
000005312 |
17.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
13077 |
RITCH, L. W. |
2
|
I am
much shaken by your news. Cartwright said "That is Smuts. He will
placate one White man at the cost of an Empire: " Morley and Crewe's
"creditable" despatches show the good work of South Africa British
Indian Committee. |
|
000005308 |
17.03.1911
|
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
13077 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1
|
Just
seen Cart wright clearly approves. There can be no question hair splitting
where principle at stake clearly. |
|
000005306 |
17.03.1911
|
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
13077 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1
|
Constitution
Act chapter 33. |
|
000005311 |
17.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
13077 |
RITCH, L. W. |
2
|
If
Educated Asiatic not exempted Free-State also, colour bar in this most
insulting (stage) shape will widen area-passive resistance. |
|
000005316 |
17.03.1911
|
13834 |
POLAK, Maud
(Miss) |
14471 |
SOUTH
AFRICA BRITISH IND.COMMITTEE |
1
|
I
enclose for confidential information copy of cable from Gandhi who points out
that leaders were not consulted. We should make conciliatory [inquiries] inquires. |
|
000005315 |
17.03.1911
|
13121 |
AMPTHILL (Lord)
& IMMORTAL (Bombay) |
13834 |
POLAK, Maud
(Miss) |
2
|
In
fact it merely asked us to wait and see We shall be able to criticise the
correspondence in the Light of Gandhi's cablegram. Enclosed draft. |
|
000005304 |
17.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14603 |
DOKE,
Joseph J. (Rev. Dr.) |
1
|
I
fear passive resistance shall have to continue. If it is wrong to accept
colour Bar in Transvaal Immigration Law, it is wrong to do so in Union
Immigration Law. |
|
000005313 |
17.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14386 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
1
|
I
hope you have succeeded in rousing our friends there: We are making every
preparation. Cartwright
disgusted with Smuts. |
|
000005309 |
17.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00532 |
SMUTS |
3
|
It
will create colour bar Union Immigration Law. Hope Smuts will implement
intention wired to me and exempt from all Registration Laws. Much better drop
the Bill and amend only Transvaal Legislation. |
|
000005305 |
17.03.1911
|
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
You
mean educated immigrants not to be barred Free State despite unrepealed
exclusion Law wire reference Law. in question. |
|
000005310 |
17.03.1911
|
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1
|
Committee
stage remote. Budget first. Advise me Smuts reply your wire I anticipate
trouble all around. |
|
000005307 |
17.03.1911
|
13077 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1
|
Supporters
deprecate what be regarded hair. Splitting evidence unwillingness settle
Think in advisable press point. |
|
000005314 |
17.03.1911
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
In
reply to Ampthill's question if Indian leaders were consulted and satisfied
regarding the Bill, Government promised to lay the correspondence on the
table. |
|
000005317 |
18.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
2
|
He
betrays one of these qualities in refusing to see you. Ours is the cleanest
fight and one interview would settle everything. |
|
000005319 |
18.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
13858 |
GOOL, Abdul
Hamid (Dr.) |
2
|
Ritch
writes most despending. Do bestir yourself. Smuts introduces colour bar by
not repealing Orangia Law. Remember your apathy prolongs the sufferings of
Transvaal passive resisters. |
|
000005320 |
18.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
01588 |
POLAK, H.S.L. |
1
|
I am
sending you Natesan's letters to you and me. Ritch's solution should be
reproduced in "Indian Opinion". |
|
000005321 |
18.03.1911
|
14605 |
CHINESE
ASSOCIATION, Acting Secretary |
02945 |
MINISTER OF
INTERIOR |
2
|
Chinese
Committee joins British Indian Association in the prayer regarding amendments
in the Bill to remove colour and racial bar, to protect minors and wives of
Chinese Residents to provide for educated Chinese entry in the Cape even. |
|
000005318 |
18.03.1911
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
4
|
Important
correspondence in which Lord Crewe very ably sets forth the Indian Case and
Morley J. objects to restriction of Indian rights hither to enjoyed in Cape
and Natal "Follow Australia" |
|
000005323 |
18.03.1911
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
Received
of Silberbauer Pound 2-15-11 balance regarding Cape Appeal [Chhotabhai Case
?] |
|
000005329 |
20.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1
|
Herewith
Smuts letter [SN5300] He wants to conceal his meaning which is to put in our
way all sorts of difficulties. It is Smuts. |
|
000005328 |
20.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14386 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
1
|
Even
this Bill, it seems, will not settle things Imperial Government will now
clearly see what Smuts is and can be. He backs out of a promise. |
|
000005327 |
20.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14606 |
SMUTS,
J. C., P.S. to |
2
|
"Asiatic
immigration under the New Law will not be restricted to provincial
limits" said Smuts and also Lord Crewe. Amplification of the above telegram with an earnest
appeal. |
|
000005326 |
20.03.1911
|
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
14606 |
SMUTS,
J. C., P.S. to |
3
|
If
smuts will concede nothing more, passive resistance will continue. No
exception taken to educated Asiatics being liable to other disabilities of
Asiatics in Orangia. Wives,
minors should be specifically protected. |
|
000005325 |
20.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14386 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
1
|
I
hope Lord Ampthill's speech at the Ritch reception will be published in
"Indian Opinion". Cohan's death is equally a matter of
congratulation as it frees him from a living death. |
|
000005324 |
20.03.1911
|
13077 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1
|
Suggest
wiring Smuts again request see me. Bill delayed at least to-day to-morrow. |
|
000005335 |
21.03.1911
|
14609 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja
(Miss) |
13857 |
GANDHI C/O
KALLENBACH |
1
|
He
feels very strongly. He considers Gandhi's attitude a distinct breach of
promise in view of his dispatch to Crewe regarding Educated Asiatics. He
thinks a meeting of Europeans should be called to protest. |
|
000005334 |
21.03.1911
|
02942 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja
(Miss) |
14608 |
RITCH, L. W.
& POLAK |
1
|
Smuts Wires [SN5331]. |
|
000005330 |
21.03.1911
|
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
14607 |
GANDHI
(SCHLESIN) |
1
|
Missed
train [for Johannesburg ?]. Attending Sorabjee. Much better Send copy Chapter
33 Orangia Polak West Wire news. |
|
000005337 |
21.03.1911
|
02942 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja
(Miss) |
01588 |
POLAK, H.S.L. |
1
|
As I
telegraphed, Mr. Gandhi missed his train. I have wired you the text of Miss
Schlesin's wire and send you copy herewith of chapter 33. |
|
000005336 |
21.03.1911
|
02942 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja
(Miss) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
3
|
A
typical lovely letter of Miss Schlesin. You want Indians to write in their
languages, so I should in mine. Why then don't you rate me for my Gujarati ? |
|
000005333 |
21.03.1911
|
02942 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja
(Miss) |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1
|
Ritch
yesterday telegraphed [SN5324] following. |
|
000005332 |
21.03.1911
|
02942 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja
(Miss) |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
2
|
Smuts
wires [SN5331] Wiring Polak Ritch. |
|
000005331 |
21.03.1911
|
14606 |
SMUTS,
J. C., P.S. to |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1
|
Favourably
considering questions. Women children residents but your attitude Free State
quite unfair. Indians never claimed entry there: This new claim alone blocks
settlement. |
|
000005341 |
22.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1
|
Think
inconsistent... Responsibility for the insult is his but if you still think
wire should be sent it will be. |
|
000005339 |
22.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
2
|
Smuts
wires [SN5331] Am repeating my reply (5340). Your Criticism good for cautions
people. Your duty to warn. Unacceptable to passive resistors. suggest your
advising cape Indians to take up Free State matter. |
|
000005340 |
22.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14606 |
SMUTS,
J. C., P.S. to |
5
|
Thanks
relief minors. Botha's dispatch 20th December assures Crewe free legal entry,
through out and residence. Again whole fight for principle against colour
bar. The Bill will ratify it in Orangia. |
|
000005342 |
22.03.1911
|
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
12905 |
EUROPEAN
COMMITTEE OF SYMPATHISERS |
1
|
A
meeting will be held on... Your presence requested. Business : Immigration
Bill correspondence between Gandhi and Smuts. |
|
000005344 |
22.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14386 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
1
|
He is calling a
European Meeting at Hosken's house, he thinks Orangia disability constitutes
a racial bar and amounts to "the banning of a nation" Ritch thinks
we are raising a new issue. |
|
000005343 |
22.03.1911
|
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
01403 |
KALLENBACH,
Hermann |
1
|
Notices issued.
Your name for meeting. European Community regarding smuts' wire: Better if
you can attend. |
|
000005338 |
22.03.1911
|
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
All round
opposition. Bill long off. your presence here might influence funds and
stiffen local community. |
|
00005396C |
23.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1
|
Hosken,
Cartwright (etc) present. European Com. entirely approved our contention
regarding Free State and urging acceptance my Solution. |
|
000005346 |
23.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1
|
Smuts is
raising a new point-not-we as he is committed to the principle of no legal
racial bar. All Europeans, Doke and even Crewe see the point. Crewe's anxiety
brought out Botha's Despatch. |
|
000005348 |
23.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
13863 |
POLAK, H.S.L.
C/O RUSTOMJEE |
1
|
Ritch
telegraphs [as SN 5347]. |
|
000005347 |
23.03.1911
|
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2
|
Smuts moving
amendment exempting Union-born, domiciled, persons' wives children from
section 7. Governor General will have power prescribe nature proof officer
may demand. Please advise Natal. |
|
000005345 |
23.03.1911
|
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
Great Jewish
Opposition Bill. Government supporters opposing it. Minister introducing
further amendments. |
|
000005352 |
23.03.1911
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
|
|
00005396B |
23.03.1911
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
4
|
A comprehensive
resolution fully supporting Gandhi's stand and urges Government to accept
Gandhi's solution. Free State point a new one. [Date fixed with reference to
5342 and 5353 and '"Indian Opinion"' of 8-4-1911, E. 145.] |
|
000005354 |
24.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1
|
It is
temporising and threatening. Sent you copy my reply [5351] Am leaving Diamond
Express to-morrow. |
|
000005353 |
24.03.1911
|
14606 |
SMUTS, J. C.,
P.S. to |
12901 |
HOSKEN, William |
4
|
A golden chance
of final settlement is to be thrown away by the absolutely new contention
that Educated Indians should be admitted in s. Orangia. |
|
000005351 |
24.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14606 |
SMUTS, J. C.,
P.S. to |
7
|
Any Union Law
to replace Transvaal, Laws must be devoid of racial bar so Orangia
Immigration Law should be repealed partly. |
|
00005396A |
24.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14617 |
GOKHALE &
OTHERS |
1
|
Principel new
Bill satisfactory. It may end passive resistance if suitably amended
regarding Registration of Minors etc. Its effect on Natal Cape adverse etc. |
|
000005375 |
24.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
01342 |
NATESAN |
3
|
Despite Botha's
dispatch and Smuts promises racial bar to remain in Free State. We fighting
national honour and British Constitution. European Community entirely with
us. Trust Indian Government take timely action. [Draft in Gandhi's hand] |
|
000005357 |
24.03.1911
|
12901 |
HOSKEN, William |
00532 |
SMUTS |
1
|
See Gandhi's
letter in Lord Crewe's dispatch [5318] Indians have asked not so much for
permanent residential rights Educated Asiatic as for removed colour.
Regarding Orangia we ask fulfilment positive commitment by Premier dispatch
28th December and your promise at second reading. |
|
000005355 |
24.03.1911
|
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
01588 |
POLAK, H.S.L. |
1
|
I shall
therefore need at Cape Town all Blue Books regarding question. Please forward
them Cape Town. Smuts' wire "dangerous." |
|
000005356 |
24.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
01588 |
POLAK, H.S.L. |
2
|
But to send him
to a lazaretto is to ask him to commit suicide. He may be sent to Phoenix if
Phoenixmites agree. |
|
000005350 |
24.03.1911
|
02945 |
MINISTER OF
INTERIOR |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
5
|
Smuts goes even
beyond your demands. Your contention regarding Orangia absolutely new. It
will exasperate Europeans and complicate things. |
|
000005349 |
24.03.1911
|
13858 |
GOOL, Abdul
Hamid (Dr.) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
7
|
They are fed up
with paying without seeing any tangible result. Ritch's work is splendid - a
giant's work. |
|
000005358 |
25.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08453 |
DOKE |
1
|
Smuts wire to
me and Hosken portend evil. His threat about exasperating European reminds me
of Durban Demonstration of 1896-97. |
|
000005359 |
25.03.1911
|
04108 |
SCHALEK, Alice
(Miss) |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1
|
Gandhi left.
Private Secretary wires will do best arrange interview Gandhi and Smuts
Leader here wired encouragement Cape Leaders. |
|
000005361 |
25.03.1911
|
02942 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja
(Miss) |
13863 |
POLAK, H.S.L.
C/O RUSTOMJEE |
1
|
Herewith copies
[of 5360 and 5362]. I trust you will have posted the Blue Book, Mr. Gandhi
wants. |
|
000005363 |
25.03.1911
|
02942 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja
(Miss) |
13077 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1
|
I trust you
will have received my wire [5359] and seen another [5360]. Gandhi will be with
you on Monday and give all the news. |
|
000005365 |
25.03.1911
|
02942 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja
(Miss) |
13860 |
DOKE, Joseph J.
(Rev. Dr.) |
1
|
I enclose
herewith [5358], though I under - stand you were at the station to see him
off. I send you copy of 5362. |
|
000005364 |
25.03.1911
|
02942 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja
(Miss) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
It arrived just
at 11-45 A.M. It sounds - does not it a trifle encouraging ? Now be good and
send a letter daily. |
|
000005362 |
25.03.1911
|
13043 |
MINISTER OF
INTERIOR DEPT. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
If you come to
our office will do my best to arrange interview Monday. |
|
000005366 |
25.03.1911
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
3
|
No Law leases
after 1-1-1909 can be taken out. Existing leases are safe till the leaser has
to convert his property into a free hold or till the lease expires. The
Indians cannot get a fresh lease. |
|
000005360 |
25.03.1911
|
06989 |
INDIAN LEADERS |
06989 |
INDIAN LEADERS |
1
|
Transvaal
Indians will never accept colour-bar Union Bill. Our fight was for principle
and will continue. Urge cape Leader strongly oppose racial insult join hands
Transvaal Satyagrahis. |
|
000005376 |
27.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
12950 |
KALLENBACH,
Hermann |
11
|
The combined
effect of the new Law and the Free State Law will be to shut out the Nizam
and we will resist that. If you cannot persuade Free States, drop the Bill
and pass only Transvaal Law, etc. |
|
000005370 |
27.03.1911
|
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
14615 |
GANDHI (MISS
SCHLESIN) |
1
|
Send Polak
Alexanders' Minister's Amendments, Am moving regarding Minister's Amendment
which are not satisfactory. |
|
000005367 |
27.03.1911
|
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
14615 |
GANDHI (MISS
SCHLESIN) |
1
|
"Saw
Minister short while. Interview 4 O'clock" |
|
000005371 |
27.03.1911
|
02942 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja
(Miss) |
13834 |
POLAK, Maud
(Miss) |
1
|
Mr. Gandhi ran
away to Cape Town. Herewith copies of telegrams exchanged between Gandhi and
Ritch, Gandhi and General Smuts, and Hosken and Smuts etc. |
|
000005369 |
27.03.1911
|
02942 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja
(Miss) |
01588 |
POLAK, H.S.L. |
1
|
Two wires were
sent from Lawley [Tolstoy Farm] in Support. I enclose copy of amendments sent
by Ritch. |
|
000005368 |
27.03.1911
|
02942 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja
(Miss) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2
|
Immediately on
release he was rearrested. Visram Muljis pay his bail Pound 50/- cachalia
desires that nothing should be left to "understanding" now.
Everything in writing. |
|
000005373 |
27.03.1911
|
00275 |
NATAL INDIAN
CONGRESS |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1
|
As no time you
authorised behalf Natal represent on lines resolutions telegraphed you
Minister separately. |
|
000005374 |
27.03.1911
|
00275 |
NATAL INDIAN
CONGRESS |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
3
|
(1)Protest
against Immigration Law depriving residents present right to get assistance
from India (2)No appeal to Union Courts against officer prohibiting entry.
(3)Wives etc. Unprotected etc. |
|
000005372 |
27.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
Faire
interview. Hopeful. Further interview probable. |
|
000005377 |
28.03.1911
|
02942 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja
(Miss) |
01588 |
POLAK, H.S.L. |
1
|
I do not
recollect having told Mr. Knox anything regarding the objection. However I
shall be very careful in future: |
|
000005378 |
28.03.1911
|
02942 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja
(Miss) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
Doke and
Kallenbach think that a short reply by Kachalia [Cachalia] will not be amiss.
So they will draft one. |
|
000005382 |
29.03.1911
|
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
14615 |
GANDHI (MISS
SCHLESIN) |
1
|
Wire Polak
publish Correspondence Hosken's permission : No news to-day. |
|
000005381 |
29.03.1911
|
02942 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja
(Miss) |
01588 |
POLAK, H.S.L. |
1
|
Gandhi wires :
Wire Polak Hosken's permission publish correspondence. Kallenbach spoke to
Hosken who will reply to-morrow. |
|
000005385 |
29.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00532 |
SMUTS |
1
|
(1) Martial and
parental relationship could only be decided by court of law, not
Administrative Office (2) 'Domicile should be defined with illustration as in
Natal Law (3) Permanent rights to 'residents' |
|
000005386 |
29.03.1911
|
02942 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja
(Miss) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
Your
description are graphic. Please do not fall back into your old slipshod
habits. What arrangement should be made for Ritch ? |
|
000005380 |
29.03.1911
|
02942 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja
(Miss) |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1
|
Kallenbach has
spoken to Hosken, and Hosken will give his decision regarding publication
to-morrow. Reply to 'Mail' not sent after all. |
|
000005383 |
29.03.1911
|
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00237 |
CAPE TIMES |
1
|
I challenge him
to prove that "the wily Asiatic is streaming in by the back-door-as
sailors" Statistics show a decline. |
|
000005384 |
29.03.1911
|
12882 |
ALLY, Haji Ojer |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
3
|
(1)Educated
Asiatics cannot take out trading licences (2)My wife - a Cape Malayan can go
to Cape Town but not I or sons. [Marked "Strictly Private"] |
|
000005379 |
29.03.1911
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
Indians object
to it in the Bill but that is a corollary of Indian Governments' stoppage of
indenture system. But resident Indians' rights will be protected. |
|
000005390 |
30.03.1911
|
01403 |
KALLENBACH,
Hermann |
10323 |
INDIAN OPINION |
1
|
Do not publish
correspondence between Hosken and Smuts. |
|
000005391 |
30.03.1911
|
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
14607 |
GANDHI
(SCHLESIN) |
1
|
Ask Kallenbach
if Ritch may live 'Mountain View' Bill will be through end April. Seeing
Minister to-morrow. |
|
000005387 |
30.03.1911
|
01588 |
POLAK, H.S.L. |
14615 |
GANDHI (MISS
SCHLESIN) |
1
|
Wire if Hosken
no objection publication correspondence Smuts. |
|
000005388 |
30.03.1911
|
14607 |
GANDHI
(SCHLESIN) |
01588 |
POLAK, H.S.L. |
1
|
Hosken does not
wish Correspondence Smuts published. |
|
000005392 |
30.03.1911
|
14644 |
GANDHI
(KALLENBACH) |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1
|
Ritch may live
"Mountain View" while unsold. |
|
000005389 |
30.03.1911
|
14607 |
GANDHI
(SCHLESIN) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
Hosken
considers publication impossible without Smuts Consent. Have wired Phoenix no
to Publish. |
|
000005393 |
31.03.1911
|
02942 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja
(Miss) |
13860 |
DOKE, Joseph J.
(Rev. Dr.) |
1
|
"Gandhi
wired Yesterday" Bill not on for some days. Seeing Minister to-morrow
[Bill] will be through before end April and to-day. 'Good Indian Meetings
Mass Meeting Sunday' |
|
000005394 |
31.03.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14607 |
GANDHI
(SCHLESIN) |
1
|
Rambhabai
Application leave appeal granted hearing 24th Bloemfontein. Good Indian
Meetings yesterday. Mass Meeting Sunday. |
|
000005397 |
01.04.1911
|
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
14607 |
GANDHI
(SCHLESIN) |
1
|
Free Staters
now considering [the Bill and amendments] final decision probably Tuesday. |
|
000005415 |
01.04.1911
|
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
13868 |
OLIVER M. P. |
1
|
Enclosed copy
of resolutions passed at a meeting of Kimberley Indians, who include 200
voters. We trust you will voice our strong feeling regarding the Bill. |
|
000005401 |
01.04.1911
|
01403 |
KALLENBACH,
Hermann |
13867 |
GOOL, Adam |
1
|
May you follow
Transvaal Indians and fight for human rights until you win the day. |
|
000005416 |
01.04.1911
|
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
13043 |
MINISTER OF
INTERIOR DEPT. |
1
|
I am directed
by my Committee to forward copy of certain resolutions passed at a meeting
held on...... Please amend Bill. |
|
000005400 |
01.04.1911
|
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
13867 |
GOOL, Adam |
1
|
Trust you will
stand firmly preservation existing rights and join us in opposing colour bar. |
|
000005398 |
01.04.1911
|
13866 |
TOLSTOY FARM |
13867 |
GOOL, Adam |
1
|
We rejoice with
you in your activity. Wish Meeting [On Sunday] all success. |
|
000005399 |
01.04.1911
|
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
Strongly advise
you remain in Cape Town until matter settled. |
|
000005406 |
03.04.1911
|
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
14615 |
GANDHI (MISS
SCHLESIN) |
1
|
Good Meeting. 7
resolutions passed foreshadowing passive resistance failure removal racial
bar. Supporting Transvaal honouring Ritch. |
|
000005402 |
03.04.1911
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
(1)'Domicile'
be defined (2)Law-Court to decide Validity permit and Wives, minors. (3)In
educational test existing Cape rights to be maintained. etc. failing these,
drop the Bill. Support to Transvaal Indians' brave Stand. |
|
000005403 |
03.04.1911
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
A large meeting
at Pmburg backed their Colonial born Durban Indian brethren regarding protest
and attempt to better their status. |
|
000005405 |
03.04.1911
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
Gives Dr.
Gool's very eloguent Speech. "We shall be 'Patriots' if legal equality
not given". |
|
000005404 |
03.04.1911
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
|
|
000005408 |
04.04.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1
|
Saw Lane. He
thinks it will be well but the Bill may not come 2 weeks. Seeing all possible
Members of Legislative Assembly. Waiting instructions. |
|
000005410 |
04.04.1911
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
14602 |
RAND DAILY MAIL |
4
|
It is not we
who spring up fresh demands but it is Smuts who goes back upon his word and
takes by the left hand what he gives by the right. |
|
000005407 |
04.04.1911
|
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
14615 |
GANDHI (MISS
SCHLESIN) |
1
|
Minister thinks
it will be well but suggest my stay unnecessary. I think I should leave. Bill
far off. |
|
000005409 |
04.04.1911
|
12882 |
ALLY, Haji Ojer |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
I differ from
you regarding Minors and rights of educated admitted Indians. Be firm and try
to get the utmost. Whole S. A. Muslims with you. |
|
000005417 |
05.04.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
2
|
Saw Lane who
asked me to reduce to writing my two proposals and added that Smuts did not
want me to go away empty handed. |
|
000005419 |
05.04.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
2
|
Saw.... Who
promised support. Smuts seems to have dropped the charge of "raising a
new issue" Probably he will yield. If we win I may go to England for
Gold Law which is a Damnable business. |
|
000005411 |
05.04.1911
|
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
14620 |
GANDHI
[SCHLESIN (RITCH)] |
1
|
Secretary
[Smuts] asked for alternative proposals writing submitting same. Alternative
is amendment Transvaal Law. |
|
000005412 |
05.04.1911
|
13077 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1
|
Strong feeling
here that you should remain unless no likelihood Bill this session. |
|
000005413 |
05.04.1911
|
13077 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
2
|
The Konknis,
the majority, hold aloof. Please see nooroodin to bring them up to the
scratch. Have suggested a meeting as in Cape-Town. |
|
000005414 |
05.04.1911
|
13077 |
RITCH, L. W. |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
1
|
Enclosed two
drafts. Have informed Gandhi of your suggested meeting. Let the strong yield
to the weak to untie and no lure of Office. |
|
000005418 |
05.04.1911
|
13043 |
MINISTER OF
INTERIOR DEPT. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
Your note. If
you can conveniently call on me as soon as you get this note, I shall feel
very much obliged. |
|
000005420 |
05.04.1911
|
14609 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja
(Miss) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
Dr. Mehta
Pranjivan sent another 3 pound6/- Herewith copy of my letter to Polak which
gives all news. Everything arranged for Ritch at Mehta's view. |
|
000005423 |
06.04.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1
|
Had half an
hour with Lane. He looked at my draft and suggested some alterations. I hope
to type it to-night. |
|
000005424 |
06.04.1911
|
13077 |
RITCH, L. W. |
14572 |
TRANSVAAL
LEADER |
2
|
Transvaal
Indians have always fought racial bar which the virtual re-enactment of the
Free State Law in the Bill still retains. Natal and Cape are fighting because
their existing substantial are very curtailed. |
|
000005421 |
06.04.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14622 |
GANDHI (RITCH) |
1
|
Settled Draft
Proposal nothing need be taken as certain. |
|
000005425 |
06.04.1911
|
02942 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja
(Miss) |
13860 |
DOKE, Joseph J.
(Rev. Dr.) |
1
|
The following
wire [5411] was received last night, and this telegram [5421] just now. |
|
000005422 |
06.04.1911
|
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2
|
We think Smuts
has agreed to repeal the Transvaal Laws and drop the Bill. Settlement or no
Settlement you should go to England. |
|
000005428 |
07.04.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
5
|
I submitted
them to Lane. But I plainly told him that I would advise Satyagraha [Passive
Resistance] if Gold Law prosecution continued. |
|
000005434 |
07.04.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
13043 |
MINISTER OF
INTERIOR DEPT. |
2
|
(1)Exempt
Educated Indians from Clauses. 1 to 6 of Chapter 33, Orangia Constitution and
protect minors unequivocally (2)Drop present Bill and amend Transvaal Act 15
of 1907 to repeal Act 2 of 1907, and exempt educated Asiatics from 36 of
1908. |
|
000005431 |
07.04.1911
|
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
14622 |
GANDHI (RITCH) |
1
|
I accept
amendment Transvaal Law repealing Asiatic Act, 1907, protecting minors,
exempting educated Indians Act 36 of 1908. see Cachalia etc. Wire Approval,
staying next week at least. |
|
000005435 |
07.04.1911
|
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
14622 |
GANDHI (RITCH) |
1
|
Botha tabled
amendment saying nothing in Bill shall repeal any section Chapter 33 Orangia.
This signifies 2nd proposal to be accepted. |
|
000005430 |
07.04.1911
|
14622 |
GANDHI (RITCH) |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1
|
Ampthill
Committee's good work regarding Bill. Question put Lords. Letters following.
Wire when returning. |
|
000005433 |
07.04.1911
|
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
Doke and I
infer from 5431 that Smuts concedes all your points and amends Transvaal Law and
drops the Bill. Do not leave our "brave General" unattended. |
|
000005432 |
07.04.1911
|
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1
|
If provision
made also for right educated Asiatics enter, fully acquiesce in settlement.
Stay till all settled. |
|
000005436 |
07.04.1911
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
Imperial
Government accepted the Bill subject to suggested amendments. Union
Governments new additions secure rights of domiciled Indians. |
|
000005429 |
07.04.1911
|
14622 |
GANDHI (RITCH) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
3
|
If you feel
uncomfortable regarding the outcome of the whole affair, stay there till Bill
finished. Thanks for inquiry. Pleasant journey. |
|
000005437 |
08.04.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
4
|
Please consider
all these difficulties [enumerated] Fancy Botha tabling such an amendment
after all his assurances ! But it is good, bincls Smuts to my 2nd proposal if
he is sincere: |
|
000005439 |
08.04.1911
|
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
13077 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1
|
Only slight
prospect matter coming next week. |
|
000005438 |
08.04.1911
|
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2
|
I hope the
General does not put a mock concession into your hands. Colonial and Indian
Offices are not likely to be happier for this new worry. |
|
000005440 |
08.04.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
02945 |
MINISTER OF
INTERIOR |
1
|
Durban Wire :-
Thanks if Bill withdrawn and Transvaal Law altered. Natal Indians satisfied.
Johannesburg Wire : [5432] I have naturally assumed that the least 6 educated
Indians will be admitted Transvaal. |
|
000005441 |
09.04.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
3
|
After this talk
[narrated here] I feel pretty certain that the Bill is doomed and much more
hopeful that my 2nd proposal will be accepted. |
|
000005524 |
09.04.1911
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
2
|
We believe in
the assurance of Indians, that they accept the policy of prohibition of
Asiatic Immigration; and so recommend that six highly educated Indians should
be permitted to settle as free men and deputation to Smuts. |
|
000005442 |
10.04.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
2
|
Of course smuts
will give a mock concession. It will be for us to turn it in to reality. Call
Klerksdorp friends [regarding Gold Law] if they do not come. |
|
000005444 |
10.04.1911
|
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1
|
Resolutions
suggested by you were passed and copies of forwarded to Smuts, Harris and
Oliver. We view with dismay the news that the Imperial Government had
accepted the Immigration Bill. |
|
000005443 |
10.04.1911
|
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
14622 |
GANDHI (RITCH) |
1
|
Take present
Bill as dead. Uncertain when Transvaal Bill Coming. |
|
000005447 |
10.04.1911
|
02945 |
MINISTER OF
INTERIOR |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
Thanks for
giving me the information sent you from Durban, and Johannesburg regarding
the Immigration Law. |
|
000005446 |
10.04.1911
|
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2
|
I am very glad
you plainly stated that the settlement even was not to be the end of all
things. Do not be too intimate with Lane. I do not trust warm friendships in
such quarters. |
|
000005445 |
10.04.1911
|
01342 |
NATESAN |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
1
|
Cable your
views regarding amended Bill. |
|
000005450 |
11.04.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1
|
"Nothing
to be known before next week" is Smuts' answer to my inquiry regarding
Cable from Madras. |
|
000005448 |
11.04.1911
|
14386 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1
|
Gandhi's
interview with Smuts [5376] was screaming by funny Gandhi has developed a
sense of humour. It seems the session will soon close which means another
year of satyagraha. |
|
000005453 |
11.04.1911
|
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
14622 |
GANDHI (RITCH) |
1
|
Secretary [Lane]
writes "Nothing...." Cable Madras "Matter occupying Government
cabling further later. Staying on till end. |
|
000005452 |
11.04.1911
|
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
14572 |
TRANSVAAL
LEADER |
1
|
I am quite
sure, it was inadvertently left out, and it is not your desire to debar us
from explaining ourselves as till now. |
|
000005454 |
11.04.1911
|
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2
|
I am not
surprised at Botha's defection. Kimberley people are vary anxious to see you.
I have got some legal business. Note by Miss Schlesin "Don't mind
Sorabjee and don't go to London." |
|
000005449 |
11.04.1911
|
14622 |
GANDHI (RITCH) |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1
|
Madras Cables
asking you cable your views regarding amended Bill [5445]. |
|
000005451 |
11.04.1911
|
13043 |
MINISTER OF
INTERIOR DEPT. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
I can only
suggest your cabling India that you are in touch with the Department, and
that you will cable again on getting definite news from us. |
|
000005455 |
12.04.1911
|
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
08710 |
NAIDOO |
1
|
This Bill will
certainly (almost) be dropped. Transvaal Law Amendment and existing Cape
Natal Laws will stand. Glad success meeting. |
|
000005458 |
12.04.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
4
|
Smuts would
certainly prolong the agony if he could. I am anxious to know if you have got
some legal work. Send Dr. Mehta's manuscript. |
|
000005459 |
12.04.1911
|
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
14622 |
GANDHI (RITCH) |
1
|
Will not wire
till Tuesday [18th ?] unless required when Phillips leaving ? |
|
000005457 |
12.04.1911
|
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
The more I hear
of it, the more I realise the inspiration that prompted your going. I could
not possibly have done so much. |
|
000005456 |
12.04.1911
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
Resolutions
similar to the Cape Town Meeting were passed. |
|
000005461 |
13.04.1911
|
14386 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1
|
Notify Chamney
that if Ah Koon's was registered voluntarily it was validated by Act 1908,
and so he cannot be deported. |
|
000005426 |
13.04.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1
|
A public
meeting should not be convened except to pass definite resolutions electing a
delegation. [The date should be 13th... see 5446] |
|
000005427 |
13.04.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
5
|
Questions of
Deputation should not be publicly discussed. A Muslim Merchant must be
included. No 'weak' man but Cachalia should be that one Muslim Merchant.
Money should be found first. |
|
000005460 |
13.04.1911
|
13077 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1
|
Cable sent
Madras P. C. sailed from Delgoa yesterday "Carisbrook". |
|
000005464 |
15.04.1911
|
14386 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1
|
Gandhi wires :-
"General Bill may pass" It completely discounts all previous
reports. It is annoying to have to worry about it. |
|
000005466 |
15.04.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
3
|
My latest
bulletin : Close race between my 2 proposals. My instinct decides against any
such Deputation. |
|
000005462 |
15.04.1911
|
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
14386 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
2
|
If so, I am
sorry for you, I wish you could to go England. I can see that Natal situation
is ugly as personal ambitious bulk large. |
|
000005465 |
15.04.1911
|
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
14622 |
GANDHI (RITCH) |
1
|
Talk passing
General Bill revived. Free Stanters may consent. Nothing known before
Wednesday. |
|
000005463 |
15.04.1911
|
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
I do not like
this delay. Smuts may go back. Your use of the type writer shows that you
disregard your own injunction in Hind Swaraj. |
|
000005467 |
16.04.1911
|
14623 |
ANANDLAL
AMRITLAL (GANDHI) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
3
|
You blame me
for being over hasty. But "The Gujarati" publish such a report.
Please send me Rs. 300/- to enable me to go to South Africa. |
|
000005468 |
17.04.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
2
|
I have written
a Gujarati lideratte in "Indian Opinion", showing how the people
can appreciate your work. We shall know finally regarding the Bill shortly. |
|
000005470 |
17.04.1911
|
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
14386 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
1
|
I suspect we
have not seen the last of Smuts' devilry. Miss Schlesin will type out section
cited by Gregorowski [regarding Gold Law ?] |
|
000005469 |
17.04.1911
|
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
It indicates
likely disappointment. Yes, the community should choose better leaders. It
suffers for its weakness. |
|
000005472 |
18.04.1911
|
14386 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1
|
Anglia is a
snake. For the sake of his damnable self-esteem. I foresee a fend that may
split Indians for years [T.L = Transvaal Leader] |
|
000005471 |
18.04.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
2
|
I fear Smuts
will rush his bill at the last moment and give us the letter and we will have
to force him to fulfil the spirit. |
|
000005473 |
18.04.1911
|
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2
|
I am sure of
K.S. Libel Case. Gregowski is taking the appeal. Patel thinks Indian lessees
occupying stands after 1908, will not be safe until the stands become
freehold. I defer. What is your view ? |
|
000005479 |
19.04.1911
|
00390 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1
|
Smuts won't
give way to passive resistance. Gandhi should be advised not to give any
assurance to stop passive resistance. He had promised British Government to
remove racial bar. Gandhi should give Smuts an Ultimatum. |
|
000005475 |
19.04.1911
|
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
14622 |
GANDHI (RITCH) |
1
|
He will also
remove Free State ban, but not possible in this session. Will not imprison
Mr. Sodha. Am staying. If Bill not passed consider English visit essential. |
|
000005477 |
19.04.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
12867 |
SMUTS, J. C. |
6
|
Regarding our
interview, I think I cannot advise suspension of Satyagraha for a year. Many
of us are pecuniarily ruined. They must go to goal or be allowed freedom to
trade etc. |
|
000005474 |
19.04.1911
|
14622 |
GANDHI (RITCH) |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1
|
Successful
Operation to-day Sorabjee quite all right. |
|
000005480 |
19.04.1911
|
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
It appears that
the Bill will not pass in this Session. Lapin will wire judgement to you. I
am not calling any meeting but have suggested Cachalia to collect funds for
your likely visit to England |
|
000005476 |
19.04.1911
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
6
|
A very graphic,
journalistic narration by Gandhi himself, "I want to pass my Bill and
not harass you. But it will take some time"- Very cordial and personal
questions also. |
|
000005481 |
19.04.1911
|
00275 |
NATAL INDIAN
CONGRESS |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
The Natal
Indian Congress disapprove stopping agitation. Matter should be settled, this
session by prolongation even, according to Government promise. |
|
000005478 |
19.04.1911
|
00275 |
NATAL INDIAN
CONGRESS |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
It is advisable
send protest draft Ordinance if no direct racial bar but possibly ultravires? |
|
000005488 |
20.04.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
2
|
I replied
yesterday in anticipation (SN 5482). I am still hoping. Shall not take
drastic action before Smut's reply. Shall see Alexander to see if a question
can be put in the House. |
|
000005487 |
20.04.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1
|
The extracts
are worth reproducing in ""Indian Opinion"." I hope you
were successful in your case. When you want money, take it from (Miss)
Schlesin. |
|
000005489 |
20.04.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14094 |
LANE, F. C., P.
S. TO SMUTS |
2
|
The following
wires were received (SN 5481 & 5485) Cape Indians also affirm
impossibility of suspension. Ask Smuts to give me a definite reply. I still
think my 2nd proposal just. |
|
000005482 |
20.04.1911
|
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
12873 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION (Cachalia) |
1
|
Returning on
getting definite information. Suggest Cachalia etc; going outside places
explain and collect. No time should be lost. |
|
000005483 |
20.04.1911
|
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00390 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
1
|
It is of the
man who will not see, though the editor is personally sympathetic. I quite
appreciate " the ripping time" you have in Natal. |
|
000005484 |
20.04.1911
|
12873 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION (Cachalia) |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1
|
Shall
invitations to country delegates be official? Feeling here that you should
return account deputation on getting definite information |
|
000005485 |
20.04.1911
|
12873 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION (Cachalia) |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1
|
Committee
resolved continue agitation unless law altered this session and to cable
England and India immediately. |
|
000005486 |
20.04.1911
|
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
Thanks for your
leaderette. One wire is for Lane's eye and the other for your own country
delegates should be called to swell the fund. |
|
000005490 |
20.04.1911
|
14094 |
LANE, F. C., P.
S. TO SMUTS |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
Herewith a
special letter to you (SN5491?) I should like to see you before you go up
(Johannesburg) if only for a moment. |
|
000005492 |
21.04.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
2
|
Lane showed me
confidential correspondence with Governor-General, showing the impossibility.
I said subject to three assurances we will stop passive resistance. Smuts
agreed to 2. It is likely he will agree to all |
|
000005493 |
21.04.1911
|
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00390 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
1
|
Your view of
the General Smuts is nearly my own; but it is always difficult to prove
mala-fides. Our wires to M.K. Gandhi are almost an ultimatum to Smuts. |
|
000005494 |
21.04.1911
|
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00390 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
1
|
Gandhi shall
stop passive resistance on an undertaking in writing that the people be
treated, till the Law passed, exactly as if it was passed now. |
|
000005495 |
21.04.1911
|
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
I fully agree
with you that no cable of complaint should be sent until we can inform them
that the pledge has been broken by delay. |
|
000005491 |
21.04.1911
|
14094 |
LANE, F. C., P.
S. TO SMUTS |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2
|
Smuts regrets.
He is keenly desirous of a solution. In the recess Government will tackle the
question. Smuts feels (that) suffering should close now Sodha's case will be
favourably considered. |
|
000005496 |
22.04.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14094 |
LANE, F. C., P.
S. TO SMUTS |
2
|
(1) Racial bar
to be removed next session either in a Transvaal Bill or a General Bill. (2)
Satyagrahis (registrable) should be now entitled to registration. (3)
Educated Satyagrahis though not registered should remain in Transvaal. |
|
000005502 |
22.04.1911
|
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2
|
I doubt Smuts'
assurances which are only "soft soap" Imperial Government pressure
is heavy it seems. The appeal has gone down.
|
|
000005497 |
22.04.1911
|
12877 |
CASSIM MOOSA, |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
1
|
Regarding
Deputation informed all Indians under Committee's consideration. |
|
000005498 |
22.04.1911
|
12879 |
BRITISH INDIAN
COMMITTEE |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
1
|
(But) We
heartily endorse all resolutions (to be) passed (at) to-morrow's meeting.
Wishing success. |
|
000005500 |
22.04.1911
|
14094 |
LANE, F. C., P.
S. TO SMUTS |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2
|
(1) He will
repeal 1907 Act and pass law giving equality (2) Registrable Satyagrahis will
be registered. (3) Unregistered and educated satyagrahis to remain in
Transvaal. (4) Release of Passive Resisters on assurance of suspension of
passive resistance.
|
|
000005499 |
22.04.1911
|
12880 |
PATEL, YUSUF |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
We will attend
the meeting convened to consider it we think it absolutely necessary to send
one. Many things can be submitted. |
|
000005501 |
22.04.1911
|
12882 |
ALLY, Haji Ojer |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2
|
Your presence
in England will once for ever establish a status for British Indians,
throughout Empire: Alone, you can do many delegated'. But be careful; on your
guard as to what you accept from Smuts |
|
000005504 |
23.04.1911
|
12879 |
BRITISH INDIAN
COMMITTEE |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
1
|
Late wishing
every success to meeting and hearty support Deputation to England. Collecting
funds. |
|
000005503 |
23.04.1911
|
12883 |
MOOSA ISMAEL
DAYA |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
2
|
I have an
important business. But I approve of all your resolutions. All omer is coming
on my behalf. |
|
000005505 |
24.04.1911
|
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
12957 |
POLAK, Maud
(Miss) |
2
|
On a written
guarantee of action in anticipation of the Bill being passed next session on
our terms, passive resistance is suspended. There was a feeling against our
doing even this. But we could not help doing it. |
|
000005506 |
24.04.1911
|
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00390 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
2
|
I know that but
Gandhi could not have refused to suspend passive resistance in face of such a
guarantee from Smuts, without placing himself in the wrong box etc. (The
General=General Smuts. J. C.) |
|
000005508 |
25.04.1911
|
12929 |
CACHALIA |
12889 |
HAZURASINGH |
1
|
Telegraph when
you can arrange meeting. Will send representative for collections. |
|
000005507 |
25.04.1911
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
"Your name
will stand alone as an example of unselfishness and heroism in S. A.Indians
History" Gandhiji said "passive resistance was one of the greatest
movements of to-day"- like that of Prophet Daniel. |
|
000005513 |
26.04.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
13863 |
POLAK, H.S.L.
C/O RUSTOMJEE |
1
|
Return to-day
to-morrow. Publish full correspondence except personal letter Smuts 20th
(SN5477) |
|
000005509 |
26.04.1911
|
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
12950 |
KALLENBACH,
Hermann |
1
|
Meeting
to-morrow. Presence of) Naidoo, Sodha, Medh, Desai, absolutely necessary. |
|
000005510 |
26.04.1911
|
00275 |
NATAL INDIAN
CONGRESS |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
1
|
Congress
entirely satisfied proposed temporary settlement. Congratulate Transvaal
brethren. Success. God be praised. |
|
000005512 |
26.04.1911
|
00390 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
Send to-night
leader full instructions (regarding) correspondence for publication. Propose
coming Johannesburg to-morrow. |
|
000005511 |
26.04.1911
|
14199 |
RUSTOMJEE &
DOWD MAHMAD |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
Most cordial
thanks God. we associate in Transvaal Indians rejoicing successful issue of
struggle which we participated. |
|
000005514 |
26.04.1911
|
00390 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
Leaving
to-morrow mail. |
|
000005517 |
27.04.1911
|
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
12897 |
NAIKER,
APPASAMY |
1
|
Some remarks of
Mr. Solomon offend you and others. Mr. Naidoo and I are very sorry. This
letter, we hope, will soothe your feelings. "I too am sorry"
(-Solomon). |
|
000005516 |
27.04.1911
|
12896 |
BRITISH INDIANS |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
1
|
Our heartiest
sympathy with the resolutions of meeting. |
|
000005515 |
27.04.1911
|
09295 |
INDIAN
COMMITTEE |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
1
|
We are glad for
settlement you make and agree all proposals passed to-days Mass Meetings. |
|
000005518 |
28.04.1911
|
12898 |
NARJI (?) |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
1
|
"Three
lawyers fooled again, outmanoeuvred out generalled, finally routed." |
|
000005519 |
28.04.1911
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
Hamidia Hall
Indian Meeting supported Gandhi. The resolution of acceptance was passed by
all except six. Gandhi stated that passive resistance would be suspended.
Chinese also agreed. (1) Resolution to support Gandhi (2) and to appreciate
Gandhi's work. |
|
000005520 |
28.04.1911
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
4
|
(1) To support
Gandhi and- (2) to appreciate Gandhi's work. |
|
000005521 |
29.04.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14094 |
LANE, F. C., P.
S. TO SMUTS |
4
|
The following
questions were answered by me as I interpreted the settlement. Please confirm
my interpretation. Also consider favourably cases of (1) Sodha or Joseph (2)
the Chinese. |
|
000005523 |
29.04.1911
|
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
12901 |
HOSKEN, William |
1
|
Hereby we place
on record our gratitude to you and committee. Your effort hastened the
settlement. You espoused an unpopular cause. |
|
000005522 |
29.04.1911
|
02768 |
REHMAN, Abdul |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
4
|
I respect them
(Passive Resisters) greatly, they have suffered and compelled General Smuts
to yield. But Reyappen J's attitude in preventing me from proposing the
resolution was highly objectionable. It was good you were there: |
|
000005552 |
01.05.1911
|
12921 |
TAYOB NOOR
MAHMAD |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
1
|
Herewith my
registration Certificate. I am 5 years pre-war resident. |
|
000005583 |
01.05.1911
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
3
|
Your words have
pierced my soul and pained me more than Mir Alam's assault. Your letter makes
me out as a thief, a villain etc. I order you to come back to Phoenix.
[Note:- Handed over to Gandhi Chhaganlal K. on 15-10-50] |
|
000005525 |
01.05.1911
|
14094 |
LANE, F. C., P.
S. TO SMUTS |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
Thank you for
your letter regarding Settlement. The various points raised by you are under
consideration of the Minister. |
|
000005549 |
01.05.1911
|
12919 |
UKA GOVIND |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
3
|
I am a genuine
Transvaal Resident. Note by V.China. "Yes, I know him." |
|
000005528 |
03.05.1911
|
12905 |
EUROPEAN
COMMITTEE OF SYMPATHISERS |
12867 |
SMUTS, J. C. |
2
|
It respects
Asia Sentiment and conserves Europeans interest. We agree with Europeans
regarding total prohibition of Asiatic Immigration; but differ as to the
means. We rejoice in your declaration to treat Asiatics fairly.[The date should
be 9-6-11, see 5571] |
|
000005526 |
03.05.1911
|
01342 |
NATESAN |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
1
|
Provincial
conference Monday. Cable your wishes for purpose of passing resolution. |
|
00005526A |
03.05.1911
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
Gandhiji fixed
classification of applications received in virtue of the truce. |
|
00005529A |
04.05.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
13850 |
INTERIOR
DEPARTMENT (E.F.C. Lane) |
7
|
Those who left
South Africa owing to Satyagraha or those deported and so were unable to
apply should be permitted to apply etc. |
|
000005529 |
05.05.1911
|
12907 |
LANE, E.F.C.
(P.S. to Smuts) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
The various
points raised by you are noted and a copy of your letter is forwarded to
Smuts for his early consideration. In the meanwhile I am afraid, nothing can
by done. |
|
000005530 |
06.05.1911
|
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
00390 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
1
|
You were
appointed the sole-Deputy at a meeting on..... This letter shall be your
authority for acting as such in England and India. |
|
000033919 |
08.05.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
09031 |
GANDHI,
Maganlal K. |
2
|
I saw today the
letter to which you referred. That Narandas asked me to send letter through
you. I did not see any timidity in it. I had just asked him to cultivate
three thigs: (1) fearlessness (2) truth and (3) purity. Idea of service to
society, not caring for name, money, caste, position, family and death. Let
Narandas read this letter. |
|
000005531 |
08.05.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00390 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
3
|
We want an
amendment of the Gold Law and suspension of the operation of its section
No.130. Smuts was eager to meet me on every point. I have more closely
defined "Passive Resisters outside South Africa." |
|
000005532 |
18.05.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
12909 |
SMUTS, J. C.,
P. S. to |
2
|
Pending Smuts
reply to mine of the 4th. Passive Resisters are Vegetating P.R. prisoners
also are in jail. We are anxious to give definite information to England and
India. Please reply soon |
|
000025563 |
19.05.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08404 |
GOKHALE, Gopal
Krishna |
3
|
The one good
result of the struggle and support from there is stoppage of recial
legislation atleast on paper. However we have to be on guard especially in
local matters. In the various states there still exist numerous laws and
rules which discriminate against Indians. |
|
000005534 |
19.05.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
13850 |
INTERIOR
DEPARTMENT (E.F.C. Lane) |
1
|
The 180 include
also those who could not apply Thanks for concession regarding 3 Muslims. I
construe you accept my interpretation (in SN5521) |
|
000005535 |
19.05.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
12910 |
KNOX |
1
|
It could not be
traced, so I tried to get you on the phone but failed. Perhaps the enclosed
as suggested by Polak, might suit you. |
|
000005533 |
19.05.1911
|
13850 |
INTERIOR
DEPARTMENT (E.F.C. Lane) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2
|
(1) Registrable
Asiatics who left South Africa or were deported can apply for registration.
(2) 180 Asiatics refused Registration. Can also apply. (3) 7 Educated
Asiatics in Transvaal can reside + 3 Muslims. (4) Passive Resisters to be
released when you accept this. |
|
000005538 |
20.05.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14096 |
INTERIOR DEPT. |
4
|
The Association
accept the provisional settlement, but adds that letters after 22nd do not
ubate proposals set forth. . . . in 22nd.... I, venture to submit, herewith a
form of authorisation for Educated Asiatics. |
|
000005536 |
20.05.1911
|
12911 |
INTERIOR |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
3
|
(1) Though
actual individual rights not to be taken, yet a general Law will certainly
affect the position now. (2) No fixed standard for educational test.... (3)
Educated or well-known Indians need not give finger prints. |
|
000005537 |
22.05.1911
|
12533 |
REHMAN, Abdool |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
Allowed to land
at Durban. Now Natal Government demands this document which entitles entry at
any time. What should we do ? [Gandhiji's remark "Not noted" (?)] |
|
000005539 |
22.05.1911
|
14096 |
INTERIOR DEPT. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
Your letter
that passive resistance is abandoned. Minister of Justice now being
approached for immediate release of passive resisters. All will now register. |
|
000005541 |
26.05.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
12683 |
REGISTRAR OF
ASIATICS |
2
|
I assure you on
that point Enclosed list of 38 Chinese for Registration The 3 Muslims are
Ismal Essop etc. Please release passive resisters. |
|
000005540 |
26.05.1911
|
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
Got 250 will leave
Krugersdorp for Johannesburg. When Sodha leaving. What about prisoners? Is
Asvat Johannesburg? |
|
000005542 |
26.05.1911
|
12933 |
VELLOO, |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
1
|
Congratulation
to passive resisters for firm determination and courage, also glad for
success. |
|
000009532 |
27.05.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00633 |
GANDHI, Harilal |
4
|
It is desirable
that Rami's -breeding Should be on Swadeshi lines. But do not do It because I
desire it. It must be of your own initiative. Recommend looks to be studied
lay stress on Sanskrit. |
|
000005544 |
27.05.1911
|
08619 |
GOKHALE |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1
|
Hearty
Congratulations |
|
000005543 |
27.05.1911
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
1
|
Bengal
Congratulates Settlement |
|
000005620 |
27.05.1911
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
A detailed
(illustrated) explanation of legislation that would satisfy passive resisters
grant of legal equality and repeal of 1907 Act without disturbing existing
rights (legal). |
|
000005546 |
29.05.1911
|
12916 |
VALODIA S.I. |
12888 |
CACHALIA
[BR.IND.ASSO.] |
5
|
Herewith my
jail-discharge certificate,(I was a passive resister); also my trading
Licence as hawker, also receipt of fees regarding permit. |
|
00005547A |
29.05.1911
|
12917 |
FAKIR SULEMAN |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
1
|
|
|
000005548 |
29.05.1911
|
12918 |
RAGHAVJI DEVJI |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
1
|
I have Dutch
Registration No.4795 of 2-8-1893 for 3 pound. I was a shop-keeper in Pretoria
which. I can prove. |
|
000005556 |
29.05.1911
|
12924 |
MAHNOON SULEMAN |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
1
|
Please do the
needful. Gandhiji's remark: "Pending" |
|
000005557 |
29.05.1911
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
2
|
It welcomes the
settlement and thanks Smuts but urges that Confidential Clerks be allowed
entry and even those resident in Transvaal for less than three years before
war be registered. |
|
000005555 |
29.05.1911
|
12904 |
BHAGU, BHIKHA |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2
|
I applied for
Voluntary Resignation in 1908 but was refused as a minor. Then in 1909 I did
not register myself because of Satyagraha. |
|
000005545 |
29.05.1911
|
12683 |
REGISTRAR OF
ASIATICS |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2
|
38 Chinese will
be registered. On receiving your list an office will be opened at
Johannesburg for facility. Moving for release of passive resisters. |
|
000005547 |
30.05.1911
|
12917 |
FAKIR SULEMAN |
12888 |
CACHALIA
[BR.IND.ASSO.] |
2
|
Herewith all my
proofs to show three years pre-war residence. |
|
000005553 |
30.05.1911
|
12922 |
BODA NOOR
MAHMAD |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
2
|
I was a hawker
in 1896. Registered in 1897. Left during war. |
|
000005551 |
30.05.1911
|
12920 |
ABDOOLA AMOD |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
1
|
Glad everything
now settled regarding British Indians. |
|
000023843 |
31.05.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
01342 |
NATESAN |
6
|
Informs that
the settlement with government was beyond his expections but it remains to be
seen how far it is put to practice and how far other proposed anti Indian
measures are given up. Thanks for taking up the question of indenture labour
which Gandhiji condemns. Strongly and desires to start agitation to it first
outside India, and than in the country (the Assam tea gardens. |
|
000005560 |
02.06.1911
|
14097 |
HABIB, Haji |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
Registration
application regarding Hasan Joosab and 5 others. |
|
000005561 |
02.06.1911
|
12926 |
MAHMAD BALLIM
(Ladysmith) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
20
|
A sad case of
refused application to return to Transvaal, though he possessed Registration
Certificate of 1886 (fee pound 25) The whole correspondence since 1905 with
the receipt document and original letters. |
|
000005562 |
03.06.1911
|
12927 |
UMORJEE ESSE |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
I was a passive
resister in 1908 |
|
000005565 |
04.06.1911
|
12931 |
ESSOP FAKIR |
12932 |
ESSOP AHMAD
& VICE VERSA. |
2
|
Essop Fakir
Mayas: |
|
000005564 |
05.06.1911
|
12930 |
AYOB SAYA |
12929 |
CACHALIA |
1
|
I am not a
Satyagrahi but have 3 pound certificate. |
|
000005563 |
05.06.1911
|
12928 |
AMOD CHOTA |
12929 |
CACHALIA |
3
|
Enclosed
Registration Certificate of 1898 and Permit to Return, of 1899. Gandhiji's
reply: you cannot prove three years residence. "Rejected." |
|
000005527 |
05.06.1911
|
12904 |
BHAGU, BHIKHA |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
Herewith all
papers. I am like your son. Government holds my father's entry into Transvaal
illegal Gandhi's note... no defence rejected. |
|
000005566 |
06.06.1911
|
12934 |
RAMJI KALIDAS |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
4
|
|
|
000005568 |
07.06.1911
|
12936 |
ESSA MAHMAD |
12929 |
CACHALIA |
1
|
I was in
Johannesburg in 1895. |
|
000005567 |
07.06.1911
|
12935 |
UMARJEE ESSE |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
3
|
[An angry
letter:] C ? brother knows me. I am a Satyagrahi. |
|
000005569 |
08.06.1911
|
12937 |
BULTER,
SHAIKHOO P. |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
1
|
I was in
Transvaal from 1887 to 1892. I am known to.... |
|
000005570 |
09.06.1911
|
12938 |
GABROO A. I. |
12683 |
REGISTRAR OF
ASIATICS |
1
|
I am holder of
the peace Preservation Certificate and Registration Certificate |
|
000005572 |
09.06.1911
|
12939 |
RAMACHAND G. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2
|
How and when
can Hasaraim and Shirumal apply? |
|
00005553A |
09.06.1911
|
12922 |
BODA NOOR
MAHMAD |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
I shall pay 20
pound if permit is attained. |
|
00005553B |
10.06.1911
|
13077 |
RITCH, L. W. |
12922 |
BODA NOOR
MAHMAD |
1
|
You may
succeed. Please forward three Guinea. |
|
000005573 |
10.06.1911
|
12940 |
HAFIJEE, Amod |
12941 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSO. & VICE VERSA |
2
|
My Registration
Certificate No.4572 was burnt Gandhiji's reply: you can get a duplicate. |
|
000005574 |
12.06.1911
|
12942 |
KARODIA, C. E. |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
5
|
Herewith
Correspondence with Government to prove my right. |
|
000005571 |
14.06.1911
|
12905 |
EUROPEAN
COMMITTEE OF SYMPATHISERS |
12867 |
SMUTS, J. C. |
2
|
Support to the
truce. see 5528 |
|
000005575 |
15.06.1911
|
13850 |
INTERIOR
DEPARTMENT (E.F.C. Lane) |
12901 |
HOSKEN, William |
2
|
Mr. Smuts asks
if you will be so good as to convey his thanks to the members for their
Congratulations and Sentiments. |
|
000023866 |
27.06.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08270 |
GOKHALE (Prof.) |
1
|
A letter of
introduction. |
|
000005577 |
27.06.1911
|
12946 |
DESAI, KALIDAS
M. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
3
|
Herewith
original Licence Certificate and Registration Certificate. (of 1899 and 1896)
Can he enter Transvaal? |
|
000005584 |
01.07.1911
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
4
|
Gandhiji gives
up all legal claims to Phoenix; creating a Trust. One of the aims: living on
agriculture and purity of conduct. Gandhi reserves 2 Acres -like other
settlers- for his family and pound 5/- per month (utmost) |
|
000009531 |
03.07.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00633 |
GANDHI, Harilal |
4
|
Received your
letter from Zanzibar. I am glad that among those who welcomed you have, there
were Khoja brethren that means that they were not afraid on Satyagraha The
first list for registration will be sent tomorrow I teach the school work I
propose to spend five days in a week on the farm and two in Johannesburg. |
|
000005580 |
03.07.1911
|
00390 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN
ASSOCIATION |
1
|
Send
immediately Gregorowski opinion Gold Law and Township Act. |
|
000005581 |
03.07.1911
|
12949 |
ESSOP MAHMAD |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2
|
Enclosed
Original receipt for 3 pound dated 18-10-1896. |
|
000005579 |
05.07.1911
|
12948 |
CHOONILAL,
PANACHAND |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
6
|
The case of
Choonilal Panachand, who claims he never gave finger-prints, though Chamney,
(the Registrar of Asiatics) said so |
|
000005578 |
09.07.1911
|
12947 |
RAJOO V. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2
|
Gandhiji's
reply: How did you enter Transvaal after the war? |
|
000005576 |
12.07.1911
|
12945 |
MOSSA EBRAHIM
WELLINGTON |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
3
|
I burnt my
certificate no. 9756. I was a Satyagrahi. Herewith my discharge pass of
Germiston Jail. |
|
000009535 |
25.07.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00633 |
GANDHI, Harilal |
10
|
Ahmedabad is
preferable. because our purpose will better he served there: Remedy for
tuberculosis is only open air and hour ishment through simple diet. My
sattless dietary still Couliuues. Ba's & ?? and progress are due to this.
Kalentan and children follow lue. |
|
000005582 |
29.07.1911
|
12950 |
KALLENBACH,
Hermann |
00416 |
GANDHI,
Chhaganlal K. |
3
|
I congratulate
you on your success over your fight with your lower-self by returning to
Phoenix. In our same moments we rejoice at the brilliant fire burning in
Gandhi and light our candle. |
|
000005585 |
05.08.1911
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1
|
10,00,000
whites dominate 60,00,,000 blacks. If white taking away high moral sense of
social obligation, we give them only our wine-shop and brothel the future of
South Africa for Whites also is dark. |
|
000005586 |
12.08.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14096 |
INTERIOR DEPT. |
1
|
I shall try to
complete it before 21st... But I cannot do so regarding those now in India. I
have given reasons to Chamney ( Registrar of Asiatics) for lateness. |
|
000005587 |
21.08.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
12683 |
REGISTRAR OF
ASIATICS |
2
|
|
|
000005558 |
21.08.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
12683 |
REGISTRAR OF
ASIATICS |
8
|
Herewith a
revised list. Care has been taken to accept those who can show prima facie
right, but we cannot vouchsafe. The list is not claimed as absolutely
trustworthy. |
|
000009537 |
10.09.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00633 |
GANDHI, Harilal |
3
|
You silence is
annoying and doubly cri?? because you do not observe your duties to words
your gather and do not fulfil your promise to write regularly. Both of you
can coure and take part in ensuing fift. ?? Chanchi can come only if the is
herself ?? ?? I right the in jail anyline. |
|
000005589 |
11.10.1911
|
00390 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
00416 |
GANDHI,
Chhaganlal K. |
1
|
I
may return to South
Africa directly
owing to this probability. Glad you are back in Phoenix. Credit goes to
passive resisters for success. |
|
000005590 |
18.10.1911
|
12954 |
INDIAN NATIONAL
CONGRESS |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
Trinidad
Indians sympathise with you in your trials. Being your fellow.-countryman, we
would like to get in touch with you. |
|
000005591 |
20.10.1911
|
00390 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
3
|
Glad it is
settled at last. I was having a most anxious time. Bank balance was minimus.
I spent a busy week lecturing.
|
|
000025564 |
24.10.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08404 |
GOKHALE, Gopal
Krishna |
3
|
Manilal doctor
coming there to ,attend the congress session wishes to propose a resolution
on indentured labour, Please help him. |
|
000025565 |
30.10.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08404 |
GOKHALE, Gopal
Krishna |
4
|
It seems a mere
inquiry from India I could spared was taken to mean an invitation to preside.
The latter events have cleared the position. I know, today I am a misfit in
Indian politics. |
|
000005592 |
12.11.1911
|
12955 |
CORDES, John H. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
5
|
I have not met
your equal regarding outward virtues. You are a mystic. But in neatness J.
Krishnamurti surpasses you. Herewith the Trust Deed (of Gandhiji) duly signed
by me and witness. |
|
000005593 |
01.12.1911
|
13802 |
WINTERBOTTOM,
Florence (Miss) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
8
|
While pointing
out some flaws, Winterbottom (Miss) praises Gandhiji's generosity and
democracy and asks for his sympathy in her stand point that Jesus Christ
preached only love and many texts notwithstanding. |
|
000005594 |
06.12.1911
|
12957 |
POLAK, Maud
(Miss) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
15
|
Your wholesale
condemnation of education, railways, doctors etc. I do not agree with, (you)
though I am with you in being against this mad craze for speed and luxury.
Western civilisation has good points also. |
|
000005595 |
07.12.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
12958 |
LANE, INTERIOR
DEPT. |
1
|
I do not think
( as Smuts thinks) that Imperial Conference Resolution affects the question.
It covers only Alien Immigration. Any how Transvaal Immigration Act should be
amended along my suggestions. |
|
000025566 |
08.12.1911
|
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08404 |
GOKHALE, Gopal
Krishna |
4
|
I am sorry
Reuter's message created such a complicated situation. I press again to visit
South Africa. |
|
000005596 |
13.12.1911
|
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
|
|
000005597 |
13.12.1911
|
12959 |
SAMME, Jeanette |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
Please send
your photograph. |
|
000005598 |
21.12.1911
|
14096 |
INTERIOR DEPT. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1
|
Private Am
asked show draft copy for your personal information. Can you call at...
during morning ? Gandhiji's reply : ( manuscript copy on the same form) will
call. Thanks. |
