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Date

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To Person

Pages

Summary

000027238

01.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08557

JOSHI, Ramaben C.

2

I do want your letters. Why do you not write. Do not think that letters are unwelcome to me.

000033416

01.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

Proposed fast postponed at present. Reference to Chhara's problem. Reference to Ramji- his demand for electrification. Reference to Tilakram, Indu. Kishorlal's asthma trouble vanished because of some treatment. Let Jamna try it.

000027078

01.01.1932

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The article complains the influence Gandhiji has exerted on the U. S. A. as regards philosophy, Art and food.

000018864

01.01.1932

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Commentary on Government measure abolishing King's commission from Indian Army.

000030714

01.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

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1

They are friends of India. They have come to study the country & the morden movement. All Congressmen please render them all possible help.

000018863

01.01.1932

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1

Containing cherupu yagna narayana sastri's prediction about Gandhiji under heading 'Mahatma Gandhiji and India."

000027079

01.01.1932

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1

This article in the Saturday Evening Post gives short amounts of early history of India its caste system and early settlement of British in India.

000028152

01.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07830

MAITRI

2

Go to Darjeeling but see that there also you observe Ashram discipline and rules. Also remember all cannot go to Darjeeling.

000029508

02.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08739

SAPRU, Tej Bahadur

1

Feels Government wants to see him (G) only if he approaches with the straw in the mouth.

000033328

02.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

It is 11-30 p.m. I may be arrested today night itself. I have full faith in you. God will give you enough strength to face all the difficulties. Mirabehn will come there after my being arrested. You have to guide her. I have liked Laxmi's decision. Books and magazines at the Ashram to be handed to Gujarat Vidyapith.

000018485

02.01.1932

11018

CITY CONGRESS COMMITTEE

11019

NEW COTTON MILLS CO LTD.

2

In view of the impending clash with the government and consequent resumption by boycott of British goods movement we appeal to cancel all orders of British goods and co operate fully with the congress. Other wise rigorous boycott of the mills would be pronounced.

000018486

02.01.1932

10998

HORRABIN, J. F.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Appreciate cable clear statement situation while still able emergency representative meeting Tuesday.

000018488

02.01.1932

11021

SETHNA, Phiroze

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

Chairman of National Liberal Federation with a view to avert revival of civil Disobedience and its disastrous consequences offers their services to government as well as to congress with a view to explore every avenue of maintaining peace and successful conclusion of work of Round Table conference.

000018487

02.01.1932

11020

LEE, Thomas B.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

Concerning over Indian Situation and impending resumption of civil Disobedience Struggle appeals in the name of Christ and Biblical precepts not to resist and aggravate the situation. Disobedience cannot correct disobedience gods law of love can adjust all world problems and will do so just in proportion as men demonstrate humility forgiveness and love.

000027827

02.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02389

PATTANI, Prabhashankar (Sir)

1

Meet me in Ahmedabad if at all I reach there:

000018497

03.01.1932

11027

CLARE AND INCA

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

3

Love letter of Mrs. Clare communicating how they missed seeing him and party on Saturday morning and how lonely the 88 knights bridge appears and how eagerly all of them including children would be looking forward to every word that can be spared for them.

000018496

03.01.1932

00471

HORNIMAN, B. G.

00472

INDIAN INDUSTIRAL…,Secretary

1

Copy of Bombay Governor in council's warrant authorising the police commissioner to arrest and remove Gandhiji to Yeravda central prison during the pleasure of government.

000026398

03.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01401

TAGORE, Rabindranath

1

I am very tired. Give your blessings to the coming struggle.

000026397

04.01.1932

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

01401

TAGORE, Rabindranath

1

Enclosed was signed just before arrest. May God help us.

000027085

04.01.1932

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1

Gandhiji and Vallabhbhai Patel photographed together on eve of arrest.

000018489

04.01.1932

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2

Containing speech of C.D. Mehta on the Financial position of India, treating specially the issue of Exchange and Ratio.

000031633

05.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

1

Instructions re: endorsements of a cheque.

000018490

06.01.1932

00790

RAJAGOPALACHARI, C.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Referring to Gandhiji's great appeal to "Follow Sanatanists" which moved a very orthodox pundit to tears, Rajaji worrying about his health warns him not to repeat the attempt. dit to

000025191

09.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

2

Gives news about his own health and diet and inquires about her health.

000027868

10.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08607

PARIKH, Maniben

2

Good you mind the infant class. How do you fare ?

000018491

10.01.1932

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3

An article by Reginald Reynolds in the 'Hindu illustrated weekly ellushating his impressions about Gandhiji under heading "Bapu" some thoughts about Gandhiji's stay in England and the work in Round Table conference.

000033329

11.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

If I want to write to you at leisure, I should be in jail. This time, Sardar is also with me. My health, good, even though I still have not overcome the feeling of fatigue. Diet, same as earlier. Sardar also take only tea, roti and vegetables. No rice. I don't know who else has been arrested. Please inform. I have not written to Kakasaheb and to Chhaganlal Joshi. Send leather for making chappals and soles. I learn that Kasturba has been arrested today.

000024164

12.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08311

GANGA DEVI

2

Inquires about their health and fruit garden at the Sabarmati Ashram.

000027187

12.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10458

KASHINATH & KALAVATI

1

(1) Be moulded slously (2) I remember you had undertaken to obey Narandas.

000031634

12.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

(1) Instructions re: sending him carding Bow etc. (2) Inquires re: parcels (watches) to be sent to Evans & Rogers (British detectives on G during r. T.C*.)

000028716

12.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10489

THAKKAR, Mahalaxmi Madhavji

4

Everybody should find out what perticular diet suits his body. Then discusses various food articles etc.

000028138

12.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07830

MAITRI

1

Inquires about health.

000028210

13.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08646

VARTEJI ABBAS

1

How far have you progressed in improving the carding process ?

000033023

15.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09734

GANDHI, Prabhudas

2

You may now write long letters .What is your progress in the matter of "Charka" writing of Ramayans? -any other writings? How about your health? -and state of mind?

000028033

15.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07884

PADMA

2

Personal inquires.

000018626

16.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

"BLANK"

1

Containg notes on "Self-Respect Movement" and Benard shaw and Non-Violence shaw says if you disarm naions they will fight with fists.

000009635

17.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01274

TYABJI, Raihana (Miss)

1

How is father ? Is he well looked after ? How are you keeping yourself ? You must begin giving me Urdu lessons.

000031635

18.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

(1) Says He (G) shall be compelled to use rubber sole if sole leather not procured.(3) Informs re: his diet. Walks spinning etc.

000022614

18.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08155

TRIVEDI (Prof.)

2

Thanks for fruit and requests not to send any more unless asked for.

000022630

20.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08161

LITTLE FRIENDS, London

2

Remembers their meeting him and thanks for their gifts. Asks if they feel fun in receiving a letter from a prisoner. Informs that G. is not conscious of having done anything wrong.

000028136

21.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08632

MAHAVIR

2

Do you also wish to go to Darjeeling. Do what you like but improve your health. I know you are sober.

000033331

21.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

4

Received post from Ashram today only. No objection to inclusion of some statements from my letters in 'Ashram Samachar'. Ashramites may come to meet at any time as per their wish. Krishna Maiyadevi and others may be allowed to go to Darjeeling. To pay them one-way fare: Enquiry about Abbaas Saheb; and also Raojibhai Manibhai of Sojitra. Venilal was too ill at Bombay. How is he now ? My congratulations to Kantilal, Pruthuraj and others.

000019993

21.01.1932

07101

LINDSAY, Michael

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

Towards a letter from Charles Roberts and a safe custody receipt for a sealed parcel containing gifts by Gandhiji at the time of his leaving South Africa left with late Sir William Wedderburn and entrusted by the latter to Mr. Charles Roberts.

000028137

22.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08631

KRISHNA, Maiya Devi

1

How did you manage to have the full !

000025617

23.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08419

SYKES, Frederick (Sir)

4

Giving instances of misuse of Government powers acquired under Ordinances (in matter of Vidyapitha, other School building, beating etc) desires Government to play the game fairly so that in the end neither party may have to accuse the others of maliced.

000027667

23.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08595

PARIKH, Vanmala N.

1

Inquires about herself and others.

000025837

23.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08449

MANGLA

2

Inquirs about herself and others.

000031636

23.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

4

(1) Informs his (G's) sleeping thrice during day to make up London wear & tear in spite & full sleep at night (2) Plans to spin 500 yds per day against present 250 yds. (3) Informs jail authority's granting his (G's) demand for weekly visit.

000009462

23.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01799

DESAI, NIRMALABEN

2

I saw you in Bombay, so I suggested to Anandi to write. Do write to me.

000018492

23.01.1932

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4

Contains a studied contribution by Rev William Robert Moody acquainting Gandhiji to Westerners under heading "What is Gandhiji's Religion" Gandhiji is a great man but does not come up to Jesus or any of the Christian saints.

000031280

23.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08091

LILAVATI

2

advises not to work beyond capacity Feels such distinction due illusion as soul behind the body is the same.

000025056

24.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08392

PARMAR, Lalji K.

2

Do not remain lazy. Spin and induce others to spin.

000032665

24.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09189

KUSUM

1

I had seen you in Bombay. But I had not asked you anything then. You may send your accounts for the last months. You seemed to be keeping good health.

000033332

24.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

4

You will know more about my things through Mirabehn's letters. My weight - 106 1/2 lbs. and that of Sardar is 144lbs. Champa's letter causes concern. She should be separated from Ratilal for some time. Ratilal seems to be harassing her. Please inform me whether I should continue to send all my paper through you. Thoughts come to me at the opportune time. Mahadev and Kakasaheb have collected them. Reference to Giri family.

000031002

24.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08922

RUKMINIBEN

2

Asks. to suggests some names for her son from which G will finally choose. Praises her father in Law's benevolent nature & asks to request him (her father in law) to come back foreign shunning greed of earning.

000009636

24.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01274

TYABJI, Raihana (Miss)

2

How long was Babajan kept in Nadiad ? What about his diet ? Timely precautions may be taken to avoid lice trouble in the beard. We remember Babajan. How old is Sohala's baby ? There is no restriction on my letters, provided they are non-political.

000009779

24.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01814

JERAJANI, VITHALDAS K.

2

Do not worry about your illness. Resume work only when you are totally alright.

000023447

24.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01815

DESAI, Kusum

1

Asks for personal news.

000027239

25.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08557

JOSHI, Ramaben C.

2

Asks for the news of the family and desires to write to Chhotalal that he may now commit Gita by heart.

000033022

25.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09734

GANDHI, Prabhudas

2

I remember about the writing of the history of the Ashram.But I don't know how far it will matarialize. My right hand has not remained sufficiently serviceable. You have written about Magan Charka. -You may send your question about Almora so that I can write to you the relevant things. Similarly about the history of the Ashram. How do you spend your time ? How about your health? You have not yet replied to the questions raised in my earlier letter.

000033840

25.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09812

GANDHI, Jamnadas K.

2

You just came and went away. How is your school ? How many students and teachers ? How about Jagannath and his brothers ? How is your health ? Write to me.

000032518

25.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00853

BANKER, Shankerlal G.

2

Gandhiji refers to a booklet sent to him by somebody. The booklet contained a speech of Ramnathan who argued against Khaddar. The booklet also contained counter arguments by Pattabhi and Varadachari. Gandhiji asks Shankarlal to go through the said booklet. Ref. to Gulzarilal Desai. Shankarlal should ask Anasuyabehn to write to Gandhiji.

000025184

25.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

1

Do not wirry about us. We are both O. K.

000033963

25.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

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2

Gandhiji has written a note on the 13th Canto of BhaganvGita. Body of the individual and the supreme being. Body made of five elements, etc. pain and pleasure: Man has to do things. Sin and merits. Man should know the difference between himself and the supreme being. To try to get Liberation.

000033333

26.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

Enquiry about Ramji and others. How about spinning and weaving activities at the Ashram ? enclosing herewith Canto 14 of Gita which had been left out here only. I learn that there is some disturbance in your health because of intake of groundnut.- not advisable.- you may take almonds. maximum 5 tolas.- Roti, vegetables, milk and curds would be enough.- Some food with starch content also a cause some diseases. This is the opinion of latest research.

000033334

27.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

1

As per Mahavir's letter, others also may be sent to Darjeeling and they may be paid the expenses. Congratulations to Surendra. Canto 14 of Gita enclosed herewith.

000021861

27.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

2

(1) Advises to take Friction sitz bath and light diet to cure irregularity in monthly period; and (2) to write in Urdu. States that if government does not allow Miraben to see him he would cease seeing others.

000024389

28.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08339

SHAKRIBEN

2

Urging to write. No necessity to spare him while in jail. Enquires about mental peace and Babu's weakness.

000027870

28.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08607

PARIKH, Maniben

1

Has the ear improved ? etc. etc.

000028565

28.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08671

QURESHI AMINA

1

I am sure you will be a credit to Abha.

000032943

28.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01535

GANDHI, Prabhudas

2

I like Krishnadas idea of staying with you. But I don't want him to leave Wardha when he has begun some work and that work is still incomplete. I think discipline demands that he should stay there till he finishes that work. That which is dear to us may not be honourable to us. About Almora, you may ask Jamnalalji or Mathuradas. It may be wound up or keep the decision pending. People will deep on talking all sorts of things about such activities. We need not grow nervous on that account. You need not worry as long as you put into practice all your thoughts. We need not cherish evil thoughts. Then there is no cause for disappointment.

000024651

29.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08359

BAJAJ, Janakidevi

2

Sorry we could not even talk. But you can write and work. We are all O. K. here:

000029386

29.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08726

ICHCHHA, HARI

2

How to console you over your child's death ? All those born do not live and those who live also die.

000033124

29.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09754

BUDHABHAI

2

It appears there is still some love lost between you and Parvati. You are not expected to stop talking with her or with children. You shoiuld win over her to your side with love. Do write to me if there is any problem. How about your health?

000031081

29.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08922

RUKMINIBEN

1

Approves her not writting to G.when very busy. Feels glade at her health recovery.

000025183

29.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

1

Tell Swarup Rani not to grieve over Swarup's and Krishna's going to jail. God takes care of all.

000025838

30.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08449

MANGLA

2

Inquires about herself and thers.

000018493

30.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07269

ROY, Bidhan Chandra (Dr.)

1

I appreciating your great and good letter accept your correction We have come nearer.

000028724

31.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10489

THAKKAR, Mahalaxmi Madhavji

2

Prescribes diet and its proportion to obviate gas trouble.

000031637

31.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

(1) Praises Radha. (2) Suggests re: her keeping evening prayer hours.

000018494

31.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11023

RAMACHANDRA K WILLAWATTE

1

Sorry that a complication has arisen with reference to the Temple Entry question. However a non Hindu may sympathise with the reform movement but he cannot and ought not to take part in any direct action.

000033964

31.01.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

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2

Discussion re: the nature of wordly life- compared to a tree whose branches extend from top to the bottom. The soul should reach such a world from where it need not return to this world. The sensory organs try to entice man, but man has to extricate himself from their clutches. Shri Krishna says that he is the cause of everything in this world. Only God is indestructible. [Note : Gandhiji has a addressed a few words to Narandas to know from him whether women would be able to follow the explanation. If necessary, he would try to make it simpler further sometime later.

000033335

01.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

4

Right hand gives pain- Chanchalben's son Veer's death has taken place. I have written to her. It may be publlished. I have written to Gangabehn. Parnerkar still seems to be restive. Trees bearing fruits-plantation. Prof. Trivedi, Prof. Higginbotham may be contacted. Totaram is also there: Reference to Somabhai, Bhansali, Leelabehn, Hasmukhram. Leather for chappals may be sent through somebody, when he/she comes to see me. Champa need not be sent to Ratilal all alone. Enquiry about Abbas Saheb. Ranchhodbhai writing to Budhabhai and Parvati.

000024130

02.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08308

CARLA

2

Approves of her decision to stay with her husband.

000029431

02.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02888

PARASRAMIJI

2

If you are willing I wish to get much work from you and for this I should know your mind.So do write to me, don't hesitate.

000021683

02.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08038

VITTHALDAS, Premila (Lady)

1

Requests not to send fruits etc. as whatever is required is supplied by the jail authorities.

000033336

03.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

Your letter. Lady Vitthaldas, Trivedi, Vidya Hingorani and Damodar came to see me today in the afternoon. Received letter for sandals. Ramdas, Chhaganlal, Surendra, Somabhai to reach here by 7-00 p.m. You should take leafy vegetables, tomatoes, etc. Bath with permanganate added to water. If seems from your note in the letter of Scott's some that you have sent the biography of Scott. but it is not traceable here: There is a letter from Tilak. It seems that the diet has not suited him. He seems to have been habituated to non-vegetarian food.

000023164

03.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

05312

MATHEW (Magistrate)

2

Invites correspondence. Is glad that he looks after friends.

000031638

04.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

4

(1) advises not to overwork (re: collecting) civil disobedience news.)(2) Suggests visiting him (G) every week at jail if unable to restrain naturally. (3) Inquires re: Ashram & Ashram Guests.

000009463

04.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01799

DESAI, NIRMALABEN

2

Some people laugh in happiness and weep in unhappiness. Attempt to remain neutral i.e. detached in both. Which essays have you written ?And which poem you liked the best from the Seventh book.

000025742

05.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08440

MEHTA, Kapil Rai

2

Take complete rest and build up your body tell Nanabhai we remembered and his Daxinamurti.

000028211

05.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08646

VARTEJI ABBAS

2

Inquiring about spinning activcities in the Ashram.

000027033

05.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08532

BHANDARI (Major)

1

Requests for permission to visit or see other civil resistance prosoners.

000032271

05.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08961

PUSHPABEN

2

Gandhiji says that Pushpa found leisure to write to him after a long time. For the delay on her part, Gandhiji would like catch her by the nose. It was Friday 8 p.m. at the time Gandhiji wrote this. So he wanted to know from Pushpa whether she really felt herself being caught by her nose. He asks her to improve her handwriting still. He wants to know how far did she progress in Gita.

000025743

05.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08961

PUSHPABEN

2

You write after a long time. Improve your handwriting still more:

000027886

06.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08608

BARR, F. Mary (Miss)

5

God speaks through man and not through books. Gita is no history in its real sense. Again in those days war war no taboo and even non violent people killed animals for food What it teaches is renunciation and doing ones duty without caring for consequences if a relative has to be killed as duty it may be done without compunction. The inner meaning provides solution of fight between good and evil in one self Thanks for the offer of books.

000027668

06.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08595

PARIKH, Vanmala N.

2

If there is nothing else to write, narrate the day's happinings.

000025839

06.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08449

MANGLA

1

Hope you are well and have learnt Sanskrit Slokas.

000009464

06.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01799

DESAI, NIRMALABEN

2

I cannot answer your question regarding foreign cloth because it is a political matter. Ask Narandas; and if you are not satisfied with his reply, ask me when we meet. Mahadev should not lose weight, For health sake any necessary food can be taken.

000009637

07.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01274

TYABJI, Raihana (Miss)

2

How much to trouble you ? If I will not know Urdu well, you will be found fault with ? Worry no more about your disease. I heard a beautiful bhajan from Umadevi's daughter who sings well. But you yourself are a treasure of bhajans.

000033965

07.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

"BLANK"

3

In the 16th Canto there is a discussion about the righteous actions and the wicked actions. Discussion regarding the result of the two types of actions. Detailed discussion on what the righteous actions and wicked actions consist of. Righteous actions lead to higher achievements. Wicked actions lead to hell.

000027050

08.02.1932

08538

GOVERNMENT, P.S. to

08537

BHANDARI, M. G.

1

Enclose H. E. Sir Frederick Sykes' letter to Gandhiji for safe delivery.

000023066

08.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07638

HARRISON, Agatha (Miss)

2

Conveys personal news.

000033337

11.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

It seems Champa is eager to meet me. Let her come next week. Post sent by you has been received. A portion of your letter is torn off. Who did it ? Letters sent for Chanchalbehn have not reached here: The papers sent by you may be numbered so that no paper would be missing.

000025744

11.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08961

PUSHPABEN

1

I do not remember you. What is your age ?

000032272

11.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08961

PUSHPABEN

1

Your letter to hand. I could not recognise you. Give your full introduction. Mention your age also.

000022616

11.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08156

TRIVEDI, J.

1

Informs that he can come to visit him on his visit day.

000022617

11.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08156

TRIVEDI, J.

2

Advises (1) to imbibe only the good and leave all that is bad (2) and to consider himself to be a representative of all that is good in India.

000025840

12.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08449

MANGLA

1

Learn to avoid mistakes in repeating Gita slokas.

000027869

12.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08607

PARIKH, Maniben

2

Get the ear examined. Go to Bombay is necessary Dr. Jivaraj can help.

000033338

12.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

6

Ramji does not get enough yarn. Madanmohan Bohra wants to come to see me. Problem of Bdudhabhai and Parvati seems to be a bit difficult. But you are strong enough to face all dificulties. Regarding fruit, bearing trees, my views may be regarded as those of a layman, unless they are confirmed by some experts. Please enquire about Prabhudas and his health.- Reference to Totaramji, Dhiru,- Reference to Japanese writer and Jeramdas-. Sardar send his blessings to you all. (Gandhiji has written about his and that of Sardar's daily routine : time of getting up, prayer, daily walk, diet, reading books, magazines and daily newspapers, etc.)

000029408

12.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02888

PARASRAMIJI

2

If everybody is intrested in Ramayana it will serve two purposes at a time.

000025829

12.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01793

SHANTA

2

Why feel shy of Sardar ! Those who mix with Bhangi; belong to all communites - Rely on God for health.

000032727

13.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

14053

BANKER, Shankerlal G.

1

Ref. to Ramji Vankar's requirement of yarn for weaving. Narandas was to talk about it. Enquiry about Gulzarilal's wife. Gandhiji had given up milk. Enquiry about Mridula. Ref. to Anasuyabehn's letter.

000033966

14.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

"BLANK"

3

The 17th Canto consists of the replies given by ShriKrishna to Arjunas's questions about the results that would be obtained through actions done with faith. Detailed discussion on how the actions done because of the three qualities:"Sattva", "Rajas" and "Tamas" result in three different ways.

000028034

14.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07884

PADMA

2

Your primary duty is to improve your health Study of Gita can wait Then inquires about others.

000025841

18.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08449

MANGLA

2

Do not worry if you do not get centpercent marks.

000027670

18.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08595

PARIKH, Vanmala N.

2

Inform Narahari to take care of health in "C" class. Learn to write letters.

000033088

18.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09743

GANDHI, Kashi Chhaganlal

2

You need not worry about Prabhudas. You write to me in detail after meeting him. About Krishna, some things had come to me. I have written to Prabhudas about it.

000032273

18.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08961

PUSHPABEN

2

Your letter to hand. You have improved your hand writing a lot. Glad to learn that you are able to play on the harmonium. Would like to listen to it. But it would be long before you play on the harmonium which would be worth listening.

000025745

18.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08961

PUSHPABEN

2

So you are learning harmomium. Can you play well enough for me to listen ?

000021680

18.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08037

TRIVEDI, JAGJIVANDAS MEHTA

1

Parents should educate the child considering it not to be their own but as one, handed over to their care by God.

000033339

19.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

Reference to Valjibhai, Leelevati,. Reference to the problem of Champa and Ratilal, to Chimanlal, Krishna and Maiyadevi, Laxmi. Gandhiji discusses the ideas of "Sacrifice" (Yajna), its different shades of meaning. Service to others. enclosing Canto - 18 of Gita. Reference to Devdas.

000009465

19.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01799

DESAI, NIRMALABEN

2

Photo worship is also an idol-worship; and yet they not quite the same. We cannot introduce idol-worship in the Ashram; as it consists on people of faiths.

000029387

20.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08726

ICHCHHA, HARI

2

Discard mourning for Arvind Physical separation is inevitable in life.

000025514

20.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08407

ASAR, Mathuradas Purushottam

2

If one has faith in one remedy and sticks to it, there is nothing wrong even if it fails. Body is after all not immortal. Similarly in spiritual disease, there is only one remedy renunciation or absence of arrogance And this is possible only when we are in good company.

000009778

20.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01814

JERAJANI, VITHALDAS K.

2

Do not get hasty Let the body be properly rebuilt. Do not worry over the fall in khadi sale. Appreciation of Laxmi's handwriting and her service to vithaldas.

000009508

20.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01804

PATEL, Shivabhai G.

2

We are partly responsible for the untruth practiced by our colleagues and hence the necessity of good company. But one has to tolerate one's colleagues. We may not knowingly take part in the wrong doing but Once you are involved in such a situation there is no escape. When the whole surroundings is untruthful deserting it is the only resort. We do not wind up the Ashram though there exists untruth. We tolerate our colleagues and strive to pull on. Do You know the new method of spinning by Takli ?

000033967

21.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

"BLANK"

8

Even after listening to the 16 Cantoes, a doubt remains in the mind of Arjuna re: the teaching of Gita. Lord Krishna explains the gist of the teachings of Gita in a summarised way in the 18th Canto. Exphasis on doing one's duty without having in mind the desire to reap fruits. Wherever there is Lord Krishna there is Arjuna and there is victory always.

000027047

24.02.1932

10453

GOVERNMENT BOMBAY, P.S. to

08537

BHANDARI, M. G.

1

Herewith a letter from Secretary of states for delivering to Gandhiji.

000024169

24.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08312

HARIPRASAD

2

Advises him to serve his mother without any expectations.

000033340

24.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

Complaints from Laxmi that her letters are being read. Discuss with Shankarlal regarding increasing of spinning activity. Parnerkar affair is painful. Reference to Giri family, to Padma, To Leelavati's health. Revanshankarbhai's son Dhiru was benefitted by sun-bath. Several such cases.- Reference to Matthew and spinning.

000024390

25.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08339

SHAKRIBEN

2

Desiring her to write him without the least reservation.

000025842

25.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08449

MANGLA

1

Do commit Gita slokas by heart.

000027671

25.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08595

PARIKH, Vanmala N.

2

If man grows he has his root. As tree sucks food through roots man does it by his stomach. Then call it his root.

000024314

25.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08330

RANCHHODJI DAYALJI

1

Inquires about news. and congratulates on their courage.

000030580

25.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08820

MAN MOHANDAS

2

Says:- "The book can prove that without spinning wheet and khadi foreign cloth boycott is impossible the book also says what should be done for the boycott.

000009509

25.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01804

PATEL, Shivabhai G.

2

In mis efforts to mend oneself. There is the worship of truth. Tolstoy at times erred in his opinions but he corrected himself as soon as he found out the error. I am firm in my opinion that for Coliring conout of both husband and wife is necessary but not for separate lining.

000021622

25.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08017

MAN MOHAN DAS

2

"Draft of introduction to the book of Gandhi Man Mohandas.

000027044

26.02.1932

11126

INSPECTOR GENERAL Of PRISONS

08537

BHANDARI, M. G.

1

Allow Gandhiji to see. Vallabhabhai's son and his wife to-morrow.

000032666

26.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09189

KUSUM

2

I got your letter after a long wait. Tell Chhotubhai that we both remember him very often. What news about Pyarelal ? How is Chandubhai ? Where is Suman at present and how is she ? I am well.

000032274

26.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08961

PUSHPABEN

2

Your Hindi is good. Congratulations ! You will write to me after talking to Parasramji.

000025746

26.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08961

PUSHPABEN

2

It is difficult to recognise you due to your growth. Congratulations for good hindi.

000018559

26.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11062

HOUSEMAN, Lawrence

2

My fast is an appeal to the British conscience and world Despite my love for the British people the misrepresentation of mine is painful to me etc.

000023448

26.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01815

DESAI, Kusum

2

Asks for personal news of Chhotubhai and other.

000028139

27.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08632

MAHAVIR

2

Do mix with other Gujaratis there: Keep up your studies.

000028220

28.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08646

VARTEJI ABBAS

2

Higher the goal higher the efforts we have to make to reach it. Heance with every failure we should put in greater efforts.

000028444

28.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08648

MEHER TULSI

2

Personal news. I know your work is going on regularly.

000027719

29.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08597

BHAGWANJI

1

Why worry ? can you not offer in service whatever you have and be content ?

000033936

29.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

"BLANK"

2

Gandhiji wrote for the week an article under the caption of "Death" the friend". It is about the last speech of socrates : The words he uttered just before he drank the cup of hemlock, which he was given because he had been sentenced to death. Socrates says that injustice can never be done to a good man whether in this world or the other world. He had no ill will towards those who complained against him or those who sentenced him to death. But socrates said to them that they should give similar judgment for those in future who adopt his path.

000032181

29.02.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

06714

KRISHNA

2

No body has come to see me in recent days. I am well. Sardar is with me. You both can come, if allowed. Kasturba must have been released by now. Give up desire for money. It does not keep with you. Do service to others as much as is possible.

000031003

01.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08922

RUKMINIBEN

2

Suggests Gopal or Mahadev being names of God & explains their different meanings. Prefers naming children according to the virtues expected from them.

000025843

03.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08449

MANGLA

2

Speak not lie even in jokes-learn how to question. Congratulations for coming first in the examination.

000032667

03.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09189

KUSUM

1

 

000023449

03.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01815

DESAI, Kusum

2

Complains about poorness of her letters.

000024396

03.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08239

CHIMANLAL

2

Good your health is improving. Advises father Elvin and shamrao to write me. Try to remove Champa's unhappiness. A wife's rights are equal to a husband's. I have already written about Abbas's drawing of a spinning wheel.

000027672

05.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08595

PARIKH, Vanmala N.

1

Improve handwriting.

000032668

05.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09189

KUSUM

1

Really wonderful ! Again a small letter on a single page. You have not written anything. You can write about so many things - what you read, how much you spin, how did you maintain your health, where did you move about, etc....

000025747

05.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08961

PUSHPABEN

2

Appreciates Hindi of the letter and asks to improve handwriting.

000024315

05.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10418

PATEL, Ishwarbhai

2

Gives personal news.

000032275

05.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08961

PUSHPABEN

2

When I saw your first letter in Hindi, I thought it was some other Pushpa. Your handwriting this time is very good. Mangal is able to write good handwriting. Anyway, your handwriting is better than the earlier one.

000033388

05.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

I had sent a telegram to Kushalbhai, praying for recovery.- Let on, there is no news from you also. I think the clouds have dispersed. Jail arthourities have permitted people to see me. Non-political persons would be allowed.

000029437

05.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04453

NANABHAI

2

Vijaya will undergo lot of strain as Tara has left.

000023450

05.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01815

DESAI, Kusum

2

Complains about dearth of news of her activities.

000027030

06.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08532

BHANDARI (Major)

4

I appreciates the trust put in me by Government in asking me to decide as to who should be considered to be political inmates of the Ashram. But before I do so there should be an agreed definition of the term "political" To me. all civil resisters cannot be called political persons.

000033341

07.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

Leather for sole of chappals may be sent. Non-political Ashramites will be allowed to meet me without any hindrance. But who is to be considered as non-political ? Waiting for the definition. Enquiry about Prabhavati. Manilal is to come nextweek. He should come and see me if possible.

000033938

07.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

"BLANK"

7

I am writing about the reminiscences of Imam Saheb. His real name was Abdulkadar Bawazir. - went to South Africa for trading by about the same time I went there: His father, a priest at Bombay. Not much scholastic education ; knew Arabic fairly well; knew Gujarati, Konkani, English, French. - Had two wives- First met him in 1903.- Great confidence in himself. He had helped me in founding the Phoenix Farm- came to stay in the Farm worked actively- went to jail several times. An ideal prisoner. Returned to India with me for he decided to stay with me. Hence the decision.

000030584

08.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08820

MAN MOHANDAS

2

(1) Recommands to see the list at the end of Puntambekars essay or Gregg's book. (2) Humouringly says It definitely is disadvantage to have a name same as mine.

000029409

08.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02888

PARASRAMIJI

2

Why should God reward everyday prayers when prayer in itself is a reward ? There is no policy superior to truth.

000023067

08.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07638

HARRISON, Agatha (Miss)

1

Conveys personal news and inquires about Maud's death.

000021626

08.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08017

MAN MOHAN DAS

2

I have no knowledge of the letter written by self literature on wool and silk industries hand by Gandhiji. Better refer to the list appended to Shri Pultandekar's essay.

000027669

10.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08595

PARIKH, Vanmala N.

2

Only five marks for your handwriting. Tree has its root in the soil while man has it with his hand.

000024316

10.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08332

NEPOLIAN

2

Gives personal news and asks him to improves his handwriting.

000009475

11.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09438

DESAI, Narayan

2

Now that you have become Narayan, I shall affix 'Rao' to it. you seem to have learnt carding. Mahadev likes slivers made by you. How many threads do you spin a day ?

000032785

11.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01686

ANASUYABEN

1

Write everything about Shankerlal. Shift him to Municipal Hospital if necessary. Enquiry about Nanakram of Labour Hospital.

000009466

11.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01799

DESAI, NIRMALABEN

1

If bhai has gone to "Mandir" your shouldering the responsibilities will be equivalent to going to Mandir.

000009467

11.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01799

DESAI, NIRMALABEN

1

Spinning for self even increases the nation's wealth and sets an example for self help.

000009484

11.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01802

DESAI, Durga

2

Mahadev was brought here yesterday. Do not worry about his leg. You can write and come to see us.

000027673

13.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08595

PARIKH, Vanmala N.

2

Do not expect my letter every week.

000031151

13.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08935

DAHIBEN

1

Says There is no shortage of work for one who accepts path of Service. Inquires her brother's health.

000032276

13.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08961

PUSHPABEN

2

Regarding speaking good things, I have written in some other letter. God has given us the capacity to speak. But it does not mean that we should go on speaking anything and all the time. We should speak good things and suppress the bad things.

000025748

13.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08961

PUSHPABEN

2

God has given us power of speech etc to do good and oust the evil.

000032744

13.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00853

BANKER, Shankerlal G.

1

On reading your letter I thought you were leaving. Hence I wrote to Anasuyabehn. Please write about the present position.

000033904

14.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08991

GANDHI, Kasturba (Mrs.)

1

I was thinking of writing to you. I read that you are still outside the jail Mahadev is with us. Thus our company has grown. Ramdas came and met me. Hi is well. Keep on writing to me.

000033342

14.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

3

Right-hand not giving enough service. Age-problems will be there: Will of God. We should make proper use of limbs. You have not written about Khushalbhai. Reference to Jaisukhlal, Kashi, Laxmi, Moti, Reference to Haridas Gandhi and Ramdas; to Gangabehn Zaveri, to Radah's expenses. Reference to Rev. Holmes of New York. Telegram to be sent to him. Let Leelevati write about the proportion of mixture of almonds and dates.

000031004

14.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08922

RUKMINIBEN

1

Prefers Madhavdas instead of Madhavlal. Asks not to treat his suggestion as final.

000009638

16.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01274

TYABJI, Raihana (Miss)

2

"Consider this much sufficient for to-day, because writing with left hand takes much time. Mahadev has been brought here: He remembers your bhajans : Uth Jag Musafir Will you send the same in Urdu script for me ?

000027031

18.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08532

BHANDARI (Major)

1

Substitute Gangaben Vaidya for Chhotalal Joshi in the list of persons whom I can meet.

000023817

18.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

06818

BAJAJ, Jamnalal

2

I am convinced this above, will eliminate starvation.

000025714

19.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08368

ZAVERI, Gangaben B.

2

People in the fight cannot see me. I can express no opinion as I am a prisoner.

000031077

19.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08921

GODAVARIBEN

1

FEels sugar not to be on essential estable. Feels Jaggery GOLE or raw sugar cane more better than sugar.

000033343

19.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

I met Haridas, Chhaganlal and Narsinhbhai today. We can meet once in a week. Reference to Hemaprabhaben, and industrious and skilled lady- praiseworthy work done by her. Reference to Chimanlal, to Lukes. Please go through my letter to Tilak. Reference to Hariomal.- Gandhiji has mentioned a list of persons for whom he has enclosed letters.

000025844

20.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08449

MANGLA

2

Study the environments. More can be seen later on. Can you read the sky ?

000025749

20.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08961

PUSHPABEN

1

Your handwriting is good-with care you cab improve it.

000032277

20.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08961

PUSHPABEN

1

If one were a leader ("Sardar"), would one write oneself ? He would get his things written by others. This time your handwriting is better. If you take care, you will be able to do even better. Did you receive any letter from Kamala ?

000029410

20.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02888

PARASRAMIJI

2

Pyorrhoea patients should brush their teeth twice a day with preferably neem sticks which remove poisonous fluids. In prayer only those who can sing harmoniously with others should sing. Harmonious singing in Pryaer is effective so too is silence. Children give up habits of stealing etc. through love not through fear. Flattery and sincere service are as a part as falsehood and truth. .

000027674

21.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08595

PARIKH, Vanmala N.

1

How is Narahari ? Do they all stay together ?

000033123

21.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09754

BUDHABHAI

2

As long as you don't forget Parvati. You will feel uneasy. So, instead of being Babu's father, try to become his "guardian." Be satisfied with whatever Narandas can do in the mattar. Do not worry if you keep on feelinlg uneasy. All will be well.

000031107

21.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10546

BUCH, PURATANBHAI

1

Says his Sadhana (path) has always remained in the from of public service, Which is a must in search of Truth. Inquires his health.

000032758

21.03.1932

00853

BANKER, Shankerlal G.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

The first notice from the Government was received on Thursday. I met the Collector at his request. Discussion regarding the labour problem. The Collector enquired whether I was involved in political activities. I told him that my main work was the the Charakha Sangh. The Collector said that he had heard that I was involved in other activities also. I said as long as my involvement in the work of Charakha Sangh would protect the interests of the labourers involved in that work, I would keep away from the other work. The Collector asked me to give it in writing about the policy of the Charakha Sangh. I told him I would not do it only to escape from punishment. I also told him that he is free to take any action against me as per law, if he deems fit. News regarding release of Jamnalalji on the next day. Jamnalal sent a letter through Shri Jajuji to hand over the charge of Charakha Sangh to him (Jajuji). In that Jamnalalji has stated that we should go on doing work and not to bother about what people say about us.

000023451

21.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01815

DESAI, Kusum

1

Advises to interview Pyarelal and Gulzarilal if permitted.

000009780

22.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01814

JERAJANI, VITHALDAS K.

2

Dates sent by you are spoiled by insects. Do not send anything unless asked for.

000023068

22.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07638

HARRISON, Agatha (Miss)

1

Informs that Gandhiji does not remember Dr. Ramchandra Rao and that there is no difficulty in passing the time.

000028035

22.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07884

PADMA

2

Inquires about health.

000032760

23.03.1932

06818

BAJAJ, Jamnalal

00853

BANKER, Shankerlal G.

2

Jamnalal writes to Shankerlal saying that policy of the Charakha Sangh should be continued as it is. He asks Shankerlal to keep on doing his work without bothering what people say about it.

000028212

24.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08646

VARTEJI ABBAS

1

Do the work without worrying but we should think about its reprecussion when done by others and then decide if it is our duty to do it.

000033344

24.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

4

Your letter. Reference to Indu's health- Enquiry about his diet, etc. Discussion regarding what type of dramas could be shown to children in the Ashram- Reference to Haridas, Krishnadas, to Vidyapith Library and its administration. Treating guests at Ashram.- Reference to Amtussalaambehn; to Pyar Ali. Experiment regarding intake of milk.

000009639

24.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01274

TYABJI, Raihana (Miss)

2

"My Urdu handwriting is certainly bad but. I shall improve them gradually. Try to find a book for Urdu spellings. My best complements to Hamidali and Sharifally; whose assistance at Godhra I remember. Babajan's letter was duly received but I cannot reply, though I can write to girls like you. Send me some Bhajans in Urdu.

000032743

24.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00853

BANKER, Shankerlal G.

1

Gandhiji got the clarification on receiving Shankerlal's letter. As long as the habit of reading the newspapers continues, thinking process will continue, Gulzarilal keeping well, has good company. Enquiry about Mridula.

000023452

24.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01815

DESAI, Kusum

1

Personal news.

000018501

24.03.1932

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

2

Publishing a confidantal circular of "Royalist" regarding Round Table Conferance secrets pact with Muslims and National goverment and change of Policy.

000030937

25.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08896

PATEL, Raojibhai

1

advises to write regularly & says this time we are relay being tested.

000023028

25.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07568

ALEXANDER, Horace G.

2

Informs that G. has now some companions, that time does not hang on him that spinning wheel books and writing keep him fully occupied and that G. did require rest very badly.

000017628

25.03.1932

10178

DIUSHAW, H. E.

05590

GOVERNMENT OF BOMBAY (Dept.)

4

Referring to the transfer of Aden Civil Administration to the central government of India submits 5 points ventilating the public opinion of Aden to Bombay government's secretary for consideration.

000031641

26.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

(1) advises to take easy the delays in receiving letters Realising we are prisoners. (2) Suggests dropping salt milk butter to prevent heat. (3) Suggests Griffiths translation of Ramayana & principal Upanishads.

000031640

26.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

(1) Asks to write immadiately as bar on his (G's) correspondence is lifted. (2) Says Mahadev is most industrious spinners among us.(3) Informs continuence of Milkless diet & inclision of bread.

000024653

26.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00713

BAJAJ, Jamnalal

2

Inquires about his health and that of others. Mahadev has come here:

000023642

26.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00778

GANDHI, Devdas

1

Personal news.

000009468

26.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01799

DESAI, NIRMALABEN

2

Elder brother has gained in weight; and can now easily move about. Sister's duty is to look after brother's welfare irrespective of her age.

000024372

26.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08239

CHIMANLAL

2

Inquiry and opinion about Bambu spinning wheel, Condition of the nose and reasons of sharda's avoidance of oil rubbing and sunbath treatment.

00023640A

26.03.1932

07849

KASTURBA

08238

WILLINGDON (Lady)

1

Devdas address- Gorakhpur Jail.

000032724

27.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

14053

BANKER, Shankerlal G.

1

Ref. to the sudden death of some relative of Shankerlal. Gandhiji asks Shankerlal to have trust in God. Vallabhbhai and Mahadev are also grieved to learn the news.

000025845

28.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08449

MANGLA

2

All subjects of study require intelligence. Spinning also can be such if we think about possible improvement in the Charka.

000027675

28.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08595

PARIKH, Vanmala N.

2

Girl of your age must have sound physique, sound mind etc. gives long list.

000025036

28.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08391

PATEL, Vimalaben Anand

1

Conveys and asks for news.

000031166

28.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08939

PATEL, SomabhaiI

1

Asks to improve health. Inquires about Bhansali.

000033939

28.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

"BLANK"

2

John Ruskin was a great writer, teacher and great philosopher. Died about 1880. - used to write monthly letters addressed to workers since 1871. Another book in four volumes about Ruskin's thoughts. The thoughts are similar to the ones which we put into practice at the Ashram. A day might come when somebody would be able to write rich Gujarati just as Ruskin wrote rich English.

000021851

28.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

1

Suggests going somewhere for a change or to escape heat.

000030601

28.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

05568

EMERSON, H. W.

2

Expresses distress at Bombay govt's intention of selling beyond recall, lands of reculcirant farmers of Ras & other such village & says this overlooks Lord Invins remarks Feels all irrevocable acts which parties might possibly deplore in future or for which posterity may curse us should be avoided.

000027146

29.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08466

KALAVATI

1

Improve your handwriting.

000032935

29.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01535

GANDHI, Prabhudas

4

Gandhiji discusses his experience with "Magan Charakha" and also the one prepared by Prabhudas. Gandhiji was suffering from pain in his left elbow. Even then, he could continue spinning and he hoped to regain his original speed gradually. Gandhiji discuss about the nature of God. God is given different names but "Truth" or "Satya" is the one which explains fully the nature of God. Call it by any other name e.f. "Rama". If we keep on reciting the name after understanding its full meaning, then it must yield you fruit. Gandhiji refers to the death of Gangadevi, wife of Totaramji. She kept her cool till the end, reciting the name of "Rama". She asked all others to keep calm and not to be perturbed in the least. Totaramji also kept his cool and bore the loss patiently. Gangadevi brought credit to the Ashram. (Ref. to Sardar, Mahadev, Kakasaheb and Narahari.)

000027666

31.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08595

PARIKH, Vanmala N.

2

the best thing to learn is how to lead a pure life. All of equal age do not have equal temperament.

000031152

31.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08935

DAHIBEN

2

Says shortage of workers is abvious where work is difficult. In cause wise workers should work more & dedicatedly.

000023453

31.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01815

DESAI, Kusum

2

Gives personal news and expresses hope that she will come up to expectations.

000009176

31.03.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01784

PARIKH, Mohan N.

2

Your letters' (hand writings) are uneven. It is good that you rise early. learn multiplication tables.

000018862

31.03.1932

 

 

 

 

1

 

000018861

31.03.1932

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

1

Cutting from Manchester guardian containing a letter from Mr. welfred wellock applauding Gandhism as potent Bulwork against violence.

000033190

02.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09783

RAMA

2

I have not noted in any of your letters that you are waiting for my letters. You should give up your laziness. How is your health and mental state ? Will you be regular in writing ?

000031108

02.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10546

BUCH, PURATANBHAI

1

(1) Infroms that after a good churning of heart (mind) in S. Africa he (G) awarefully become a Thiest. (2) Suggests some places for resting (change).

000009469

02.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01799

DESAI, NIRMALABEN

2

Bapu Raj is not Swaraj. In Swaraj men possessing mature intelligence will rule. Let us hope that the domination of motors will decrease in Swaraj regime.

000025846

03.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08449

MANGLA

2

This can be cultivated by carefully understanding all our environments including law, plant, animals etc and even sky.

000032278

03.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08961

PUSHPABEN

1

Your handwriting better this time. Regarding spinning see my letter to Kanta. You acted the Bharat - Mata in the drama. You will now have to cultivate her characteristics.

000033345

03.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

Gandhiji expresses concern about Ashramites falling ill. Enquiry about effective maintenance of cleanliness at the Ashram- His suggestions regarding making arrangements for some sick Ashramites at health-resorts. Reference to Prabhavati and Kanta who are in Lucknow jail.- JayPrakash in Bombay.

000031011

03.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08905

KISAN

1

Appreciates her letter & her teaching physical exercises to Jamnaben etc.

000025750

03.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08961

PUSHPABEN

1

Improve your handwriting. be the real Bharat Mata.

000009640

04.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01274

TYABJI, Raihana (Miss)

2

"I feel ashamed of my Urdu hand writhing; but unless I practice daily I cannot improve - and that is not possible.

000009781

04.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01814

JERAJANI, VITHALDAS K.

2

Pleased to see your handwritings. Rest till you recover fully. Do not send any more dates.

000031639

05.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

(1) Inquires re: the toys Doris' Children sent him. (G) to be given to Ashram children. (2) Requests to share her letters (from G) with Ashram Inmates.

000025020

06.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08664

TYAGI CHAND

1

Glad you are nursing the plague affected people. Then gives idea about his diet and inquires about some persons.

000033929

06.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

1

Read the enclosed letter and copy of my reply to it. If Mathew is ready to come with that condition then he may be accommodated. Send me a telegram.

000025848

07.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08449

MANGLA

2

Perseverance alone can succeed. Our spinning is sacrificial for the benefit of those to whom the little extra income is very welcome.

000027676

07.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08595

PARIKH, Vanmala N.

2

Sound mind is the result of good thoughts which arise out of good deeds.

000018502

07.04.1932

00000

"BLANK"

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

8

No reliable data is available fot the present British days. HHowever I have written to Mr. philip Hartog on the subject.

000020860

07.04.1932

07610

GUPTA, JANKISANGH

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

On Harijans being forcibly taken into a temple, the temple is deserted by the orthodox and the Harijans themselves have given up going to it. There is no Bhajan and no Arati. What to do?

000027088

07.04.1932

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

1

advertising men's clothing by 'SAKS'firm giving Gandhiji's cartoon saying everybody must wear it but Gandhi because he spine his own.

000018503

08.04.1932

11029

DIWANJI D. B.

11030

CEYLON DAILY NEWS

1

Commenting the have put against holding congress sesson at Dehli starts, "Nation awakened once and awakened rightly can be put down.

000023454

08.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01815

DESAI, Kusum

2

Gandhiji gives an idea of his activities; news about some persons (Probably in Jail) and his own diet, reading and writing. Desires her to write about Harilal' Ultimately it may be published and Gandhiji will write the preface.

000025847

09.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08449

MANGLA

2

Love begets confidence. Control over tongue cures a patient.

000030938

09.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08896

PATEL, Raojibhai

2

Feels one who works beyond capacity lacks wisdom. Feels when most disown their duty few who discharge deserve compliment.

000024654

09.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00713

BAJAJ, Jamnalal

2

Inquires about all the other associates, opines that he is sure that these must be some vegetable that can act as substitute for milk.

000009470

09.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01799

DESAI, NIRMALABEN

1

Tulsi worship is in vogue, because it possesses certain qualities. If the other persons are mad, should we too go mad ?

000024010

10.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08305

CHANDIWALA, Brijkrishna

2

While conveying blessigs on completion of 32 years hopes he will live for the remaining 2/3 of his life and serve humanity. Informs about his health and diet.

000029411

10.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02888

PARASRAMIJI

2

Children give up habits of stealing etc. through love not through fear. Flattery and sincere servie are as apart as falsehood and truth.

000024373

10.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08239

CHIMANLAL

1

Suggesting to take soda and solt saturated warm water through nostriles and also to form practice drinking water through nose daily.

000033346

11.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

Gandhiji's reference to sick Ashramites. His own experiment regarding milk; not taking milk for two months. No adverse effect on health. Reference to Mathurdas, Rajaji, Jethalal; Reference to Harilal. He should be allowed in the Ashram only on the condition of giving up liquor. Lot of burden on you. Can't help.

000033940

11.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

"BLANK"

6

The seeker of truth goes on seeking truth even when he grows old. Old age is no bar for him in his search of truth. In 1922 jail years, Shankarlal was with me. I did not cultivate the habit of viewing the sky. in 1930-31 also I could not do it. Now, I got interested in it. Our earth is a speek in the Universe. Earth is surrounded by sky(or space). Our body, a smaller speek. But even then, it is valuable because, it helps you in search of truth. We should try to know more and more about celestial objects.

000029466

12.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08660

KHAMBHATA, Bahramji Naoroji

2

Pain in my right hand is not due to writing or keeping it under head at noght. Please describe me how to massage and I will menage it. the surgeon here diagnoses old age as a cause.

000033347

12.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

1

Noted that a group (of persons) should come to meet me on Thursday. Write a detailed letter to America about Ashram policy of not enjoying any privileges at the Ashram. I was relieved to learn about Mani's departure from this world. Eager to know about Charakha activities.

000027046

14.04.1932

08537

BHANDARI, M. G.

10452

MARTIN

2

The Sassoon hospital specialist wants to charge his fees. Why not allow Vallabhabhai's own doctor to examine him ?

000033348

15.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

4

Reference to Harilal. Harilal not to be admitted into Ashram any more: Referene to sick Ashramities and regarding arrangements at health- resorts. Referene to spinning. Gandhiji's left elbow giving pain like the right thumb. In Japan, children are taught to use both hands equally.

000018504

16.04.1932

11029

DIWANJI D. B.

11031

CEYLON DAILY NEWS, Editor

1

Replying to a reply to no 18503 explains that the writer is ignorant of Indian situation and strength of the congress and the influence that Gandhiji weilds.

000030939

17.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08896

PATEL, Raojibhai

2

expressing trust says I never wish to ask report of your work but would like to know how you keep. This is just to make you aware & worryless.

00012157A

17.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09549

ASAR, Prithuraj L.

2

To cast off parental wealth and prestige is nothing but vanity. parental earnings deserve to be supplemented by self-earnings. We may consult all but do what our conscience bids.

000009478

17.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09438

DESAI, Narayan

2

Desais were called so because of their services. You too may invent a new model of Charka and earn the name.

000027045

18.04.1932

08535

DOYLE

08537

BHANDARI, M. G.

1

Yeravda Prison medical staff needs outside assitance.

000028504

18.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08660

KHAMBHATA, Bahramji Naoroji

1

I can call you when my demand for interviews is accepted by Government

000027871

18.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08607

PARIKH, Maniben

2

I understand Narahari is better Do not worry and leave everything to God.

000025751

18.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08961

PUSHPABEN

1

Swaraj is not Gandhi Raj. It is the Raj of all.

000032279

18.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08961

PUSHPABEN

1

Woe be to the country if 'Swaraj' means "Gandhiraj" - "Swaraj" means 'rule of all', in which Pushpa is also included.

000033758

18.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09802

JAMNA

2

One who expects regular letters from me should also write to me regularly. Kusum should be compelled to take rest for sometime for recovery. It is certain that Sabarmati weather is not suitable to you. You can reamin away and still be am Ashramite.

000009472

18.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01799

DESAI, NIRMALABEN

2

Do not distinguish between relatives and others. Then only you will never be without relatives.

000033941

18.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

"BLANK"

4

This article is in continuation of the previous one. Gandhiji discusses the viewing of the stars. names of the various stars. - how Indian months are given names after the stars Some of these stars are even bigger than our sun.

000028036

18.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07884

PADMA

2

You can decide if to go to Bhomali or to Ashram Inquires about others.

000029412

19.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02888

PARASRAMIJI

2

REal montessory system is to create even the outdoor atmosphere like that in the classroom Then the children do learn by themeselves. The new entrants in the ashram must follow the ashram rules because even good persons are not perfect.

000033349

21.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

Gandhiji's left elbow giving pain- doctor advises rest. Reference to sick Ashramites and arrangements for them.- Reference to Amtussalaam, to Soni Ramji. Let Kusum get trained in nurshing the sick. Reference to Mrs. Lazarus. Reference to Dhiru. Reference to Manibehn who will be released from Belgaum on 14th May. Let Keshu send he charakha he had promised to Manibehn.

000028505

22.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08660

KHAMBHATA, Bahramji Naoroji

1

I can call you whem my demand for interviews is accepted by the Government

000009641

22.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01274

TYABJI, Raihana (Miss)

1

Let father take rest. I received your Urdu from which I copy the following "Unless I persist, my Urdu will not improve. But where to find time ? Besides writing with left hand is not easy. So better something than nothing . Do not fail next time to inform me about Hamida.

000021862

22.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

2

Advises to live where her health keeps good. Says that services lies not only in a deed but in a kind word and even in a kind thought.

000025850

23.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08449

MANGLA

1

Body is frail but God is great. How fine if body can submit to God ?

000027872

23.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08607

PARIKH, Maniben

1

Do not worry about Narahari. He is alright go to see him if you feel the necessity.

000031109

23.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10546

BUCH, PURATANBHAI

1

(1) Says All his development & gains were due to the worship of Truth. (2) Suggests avoiding arrest of present.

000009178

23.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01785

'CHILDREN'

2

You do not seem to sympathise with the poor as you spin only 160 threads. It is good that you will have regular classes.

000009177

23.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01784

PARIKH, Mohan N.

1

Be as good as your handwritings. Mahadev Kaka is quite O.K.

000009471

23.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01799

DESAI, NIRMALABEN

2

So far as is possible do not buy foreign goods. Not purchasing goods of a particular country is not Ahimsa. Give up playing cards if it is likely to gambling.

000023455

23.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01815

DESAI, Kusum

1

Personal news.

000028037

23.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07884

PADMA

2

Better go to the Ashram. I wish to see you a chaste virgin and an honest worker.

000024655

24.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08359

BAJAJ, Janakidevi

1

Inquires about her health and desires her not to worry about Jamnalalji's health.

000023773

24.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00778

GANDHI, Devdas

2

Gives detailed description of how they spend their time in the jail and news of other inmates. Advises to study Urdu. Desires him to study Urdu.

000032866

24.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00416

GANDHI, Chhaganlal K.

1

I cannot suggest to you about Dr. Ambedkar from here: It is enough if the possession of land (in question) remains in our hands. Prabhudas doing well, takes milk regularly. Increase in his body weight by 2 lbs.

000009717

24.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01811

RAMIBEN

1

Surprised to hear from you allude to your birthday but not mentioned the year. I do not remember how many birth-days have passed. May you celebrate many birth-days but do learn to serve someway.

000033350

25.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

Gandhiji suggests that the name of "Ashram Samachar" be changed.- Objection to its name by the Government- No subsription to be collected. If you have not sent cotton, you may not send it at present, as Lady Vitthaldas has sent enough of it.- Reference to Sarvaiya.- Inform Dwega that Mahadev has received her letter.

000033942

25.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

"BLANK"

2

Just as a shop-keeper takes out a balance -sheet every six or twelve months, we Ashramites also should do it. ie we should take an account of what has been done, what were our pit falls, failures, etc. and what needs to be done.

000024845

26.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08369

DASTANE

1

If Vatsala wants to get them cut parents need not object. However you are the best judge.

000023771

26.04.1932

01292

YERAVDA CENTRAL PRISON, Supdt.

10396

SUPERINTENDENT GORAKHPUR JAIL

2

Herewith a letter from Gandhi M. K. to Gandhi D. M. duly censored You also may censor it.

000030940

26.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08896

PATEL, Raojibhai

2

Feels improper for Raojibhai to come to meet G at Yervada Prison.

000018506

27.04.1932

11032

NORWOOD, F. W.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

For removing Gandhiji' embarrasment about his mention of general Dyer in his book Mr. Norwood clarifies his position by stating that,`In writing the book it had not occurred me to that this apparently received neither you nor I, I am sure approve of Dyer's action at Ameritsar.

000033352

28.04.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

Gandhiji wants Narandas to send one ofthe two machines for grinding almonds. Keshu knows about it. Even Premabehn might be knowing. to send it as early as possible, say a week's time. Reference to letter about Harilal.

000033351

28.04.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

Reference to Harilal's affair.- Reference Gangabehn, to Gangadevi, Santok, Radha and others. Alternate use of left and right hand at the time of spinning. Calculation of output of spinning and also waste during spinning. Reference to Manjula, to Mr. Hill. writing with left hand.

000033113

28.04.1932

09734

GANDHI, Prabhudas

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

6

Prabhudas Gandhi, who had been imprisoned in Hindalga prison, Belgaum, writes to Gandhiji, who was at Yeravda prison, Poona. Prabhudas discusses about Magan Charka, etc. He also has a mentioned few things for his father, Chhaganlal Gandhi. He seeks some guidance form Gandhiji about things he is not able to understand. The jail authorities allowed him to write this letter after three months. He had only three sheets of paper and many things to write and hence he has written the entire letter in very small letters.

000032774

28.04.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

00000

"BLANK"

1

I advise you to take bath in a tub. Garlic would not be useful to you. You should remove the extra fat from your body. Fruits may be helpful. And, if fruits also don't help, then, you will have to subsist on mere water. Go to Poona and stay there for some time under the care of Shri Mehta.

000029413

29.04.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02888

PARASRAMIJI

2

We should not find faults with others and be their judge so long as there is any fault with us and yet we wish our relatives may not abondon us. Hindus and Muslims do not follow the golden rule that blind following of whatever said or done by their prophets is not always good.

000025849

30.04.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

08449

MANGLA

2

WE should obey the Atma-(god) and not our mind in our actions.

000033757

30.04.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

09802

JAMNA

1

If you can improve your health at Bombay, stay there only for sometime. Observe the Ashram rules and give as much service as possible wherever you are:

000029414

01.05.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

08730

VIMAL KISHORE

1

Know about yajna from Parasram and then ask me if need be.

000027677

01.05.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

08595

PARIKH, Vanmala N.

2

Like corn many grow out of one seed, so population increases. Learn to use the left hand for all kinds of work.

000027877

01.05.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

08607

PARIKH, Maniben

1

You can see me and Mahadev when you come.

000032280

01.05.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

08961

PUSHPABEN

2

"Gandhiraj" means only Gandhi's will be done. Of what use is it? "Swaraj" means 'rule of all' which includes all - you and I also. How can we achieve it ? Please ask Premabehn.

000009479

01.05.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09438

DESAI, Narayan

2

Reading and understanding of Gita helps us to know our duties. Spinning at any time increases the nations wealth and is a service to the poor.

000029635

01.05.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08752

SANTA

1

Advocates least use of violent weapons but doesn't opppose lathi (stick) & Lezim.

000025752

01.05.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

08961

PUSHPABEN

2

Gandhi will be all in all if is Gandhi Raj ! That is not what we want.

000009179

01.05.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

01784

PARIKH, Mohan N.

1

You should learn play and work. Also must pray to Good. If you go to Belgaum do come here:

000024166

02.05.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

08311

GANGA DEVI

2

Advises to go out of the Ashram if necessary for health purposes, and not to worry about physical illness.

000033943

02.05.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

00000

"BLANK"

2

A week was observed in April as "Shuddhi- Saptaha". In commenting on this, Bhagavanji draws my attention to the wastage of cotton in different ways. The yarn spun has not been of expected quality. Waste of cotton in hastily spinning the yarn. We must find out the reasons : Whether if was idleness or did people it to be a burden ? Gandhiji's suggestions for future occasions.

000023069

03.05.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

07638

HARRISON, Agatha (Miss)

2

Informs that though they are three they do form company thus belying the English saying (that two is company and three is crowd) good you now will have C. F. Andrews there:

000028588

05.05.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10485

MASHRUWALA, Nanabhai Ichchharam

2

I leave it to Manilal and Sushila to decide wheather they should come to meet me. I shall go through Kishorilal's note on the book.

000032537

05.05.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09069

SARABHAI, Ansuyaben

1

Gandhiji had learnt about Indu's illness through Dahyabhai. Now he learns about it through Shankarlal. Gandhiji had not written to Sarlabehn and others - purposely avoided it. Ref. to Yashoda's death.

000032747

05.05.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

00853

BANKER, Shankerlal G.

1

Gandhiji asks Shankerlal to take care of health. For, if the health is good, then other things would follow. Gandhiji himself has not started taking milk, depends upon almonds.

000032538

05.05.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01685

ANASUYABEN

1

Note : Summary as written above as per serial no. 32537

000031643

06.05.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

Trys to replace Almond paste with groundnut paste. (2) Plans to try Magan wheel which will enable rest G's left elbow & delight *Prabhudas. (3) Feels Ashramites progress in line of Voluntary poverty less due to his (G's) own shortcomings.

000029415

07.05.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02888

PARASRAMIJI

2

Name of your child as Kishorikant is not proper. It is not verily true that the childless persons are not affectioncate.

000027873

08.05.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

08607

PARIKH, Maniben

2

Glad you come. I could not meet the children. But that means Jail life !

000025753

08.05.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

08961

PUSHPABEN

1

Imbibe Bharat Mata's virtues as much as you can. We cannot remember everything.

000033353

08.05.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

Gandhiji's detailed instructions (or suggestions) regarding arranging daily routine.Narandas should lessen his burden of work. All Ashramites to go to bed by 9-0 p.m. Children, by 8-00 p.m. Reference to Kusum talk with Kusum- Reference to Gangabehn. Discussion regarding the attitude and behaviour of prisoners- practice of hand-cuffing. Gandhiji himself had been hand-cuffed once in Pretoria (South Africa) grinding machine has been received- So also, cotton for spinnings.- Reference to Dhiru, Totaramji and Jamna.

000032281

08.05.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08961

PUSHPABEN

1

You have to cultivate slowly the characterstics of "Bharat- Mata". Even if you remember all those things that happen in one day, you would faint. If so, one would go mad if one has to remember all the things that happen in years.

000031644

08.05.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

 

000023456

08.05.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

01815

DESAI, Kusum

2

Advises her to visit Dhulia and to be careful while replying.

000009485

08.05.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

01802

DESAI, Durga

2

Saket is to be read for praying to Rama, not for weeping. Your separation from Mahadev is ??? Comparable is that of Urmila How Laxmandas. You may use spices it you don't keep well without it.

000024150

09.05.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

08310

TOTARAMJI

2

G. is happy to know that he bore his wife's loss calmly G. asks for her reminisceness.

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09.05.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

01274

TYABJI, Raihana (Miss)

1

Seven lines in Urdu. "Pressure of work is so great that I an not afford to give more time to Urdu. Abbajan and all must have been profited by Abu climate. Dahyabhai's wife died nine days ego. If you are at Baroda, send 'Spirit of Islam."

000033944

09.05.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

00000

"BLANK"

2

Gandhiji talks of neatness in envelopes, etc used for posting letters. Talks of cleanliness by referring to mother cat and two kitten. Human beings can learn many things from the life of animals.

000023636

11.05.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

00778

GANDHI, Devdas

3

A detailed account of daily routine in the jail; as to how he passes time, what he reads and proposed, to read and news of verious persons at various places.

000028038

11.05.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

07884

PADMA

2

My speed may increase if I get good silver Take hot water and a little soda.

000032873

12.05.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

09201

GANDHI, Chhaganlal K. and Kashi

1

The night is short and I have to write a number of letters. Please treat these days as days as festival.

000031645

13.05.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

(1)A penetrating search after the roof-cause, the desire to possess.(2) Apprciation of her Left-hand writing.(3) Gradually gaining mastery over it. (4) Gave up the use of groundnuts for dietary purposes.

000033354

13.05.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

5

Gandhiji's suggestions regarding life in Ashram. Discussion regarding spinnning- Had discussed things about Ashram earlier with Maganlal.- He writes to Narandas as and when thoughts occur to him.- Panditji, Laxmibehn and others came to see Gandhiji- Reference to lettersfrom Harila - Reference to pain in hand and elbow.- no cause for anxiety.- List of names of persons approved by jail-authorities.- Reference to Ramdas and some money lying in a bank account. Reference to Kasturba, to Haridas Gandhi.

000028632

15.05.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08682

BHAU

1

Continue to send me Vinoba's discourse. Have you learnt now Takali. spinning ?

000028140

15.05.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

08632

MAHAVIR

1

How do you pass time there ? Where do you live etc ?

000024011

15.05.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

08305

CHANDIWALA, Brijkrishna

1

Conveys news.

000026554

15.05.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

08493

GANDHI, Sushila

2

Inquires about her surrounding atmosphere and informs that the envelope containing the letter is manufactured by Sardar from wrappers.

000022618

15.05.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

04556

TRIVEDI, JADURAY S

2

Advises to be a true representative of India.

000029416

15.05.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

02888

PARASRAMIJI

2

We should record all over secret thoughts also in the diary, but not others faults or their secrets.

000028046

15.05.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

07884

PADMA

2

The instructions do not help me much. I can use only right hand. You alone can decide where to stay.

000029417

16.05.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

08730

VIMAL KISHORE

1

Teach Hindi to others while playing games. Try to spin fine yarn.

000033916

16.05.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

09818

GANDHI, Khushalchand

1

You have performed a miracle. I had given up all hopes of your recovery. but I hope we will still be able to meet in this life. Write to me or get your letters written by somebdoy. Mahadev is with me. Regards to you both.

000033756

16.05.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

It will be a good thing if your health improves there only. It was a mistake that Kusum did not go on leave. The elderly women should treat the youngsters as their own children.

000033836

16.05.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

09812

GANDHI, Jamnadas K.

2

I had learnt about Harilal's activities. I was waiting to hear from you. I have not tried to shield him. However, I still hope he would one day be repentful. Write in more detail about your school.

000023457

16.05.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

01815

DESAI, Kusum

2

Proposes to call for certain explanations (Regarding her book or collection of letters !)

000009451

16.05.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

01798

MENTA BABALBAHI

2

Gita is our guide. if you contemplate on it after reading, you would not find it uninteresting, but enlightening.

000031646

18.05.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

Gandhiji was distressed as Miraben was not allowed to see him in jail.

000033355

19.05.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

1

Government's 'no to meeting Mirabehn.- Of course, I have written again about it.- If you want to come, do so within a week's time. You may come even on Tuesday. I shall send a telegram about meeting Mirabehn.

000032282

20.05.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

08961

PUSHPABEN

1

Your handwriting has improved a lot. A young child enters the bed after prayer.

000033356

20.05.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

Reference to Harilal.- Discussion regarding smoking habit on the part of labourers.- Reference to Chharas staying opposite Ashram. Referene to Magan Charakha.

000024397

20.05.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00416

GANDHI, Chhaganlal K.

1

Regarding Prabhudas' spritual perlplexions, Almora centre, Magan Rentio, Devdatta's sister Laxmi. Transfer from one jail to another, and Khushaldas' seeming rebirth.

000009452

20.05.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01798

MENTA BABALBAHI

2

Do want pleases the elders. unless the action is immoral Reciting prayers loudly is not quite necessary. Giving fingerprints in the jail does not affect self respect.

000009644

21.05.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

01274

TYABJI, Raihana (Miss)

1

"Excuse for not having replied to your question. You must certainly stay with Ammajan. I cannot understand the so-called religious madness of Bombay people. But think it wise to keep silent for the present.

000023458

22.05.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01815

DESAI, Kusum

1

Inquires if she sent letters meant for Pyarelal. Opines letters addressed to her by her late husband must be published.

000033946

22.05.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

"BLANK"

2

An article bearing the caption "Cat the Teacher"- I have been observing a cat here: She teaches her young ones severarl things. She herself does whatever she wants to teach them. She loves them, gives them food, allows them to suck milk. Men should also learn from this: They should teach their young ones through demonstration. They should follow and practise the principles and ideals which they want to teach their children. Education is passing through rough weather, because we ourselves don't follow what we teach.

000022475

23.05.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08141

ELIZABATH (Miss)

2

Thanks for the letter. Informs that G. did write in reply to the peot's appeal.

000031647

26.05.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

Gandhiji allows himself to see others in the jail, despite the fact that Miraben was prevented from seeing him. Gandhiji was happy that Miraben enjoys reading griffith's transalation of Ramayan by Valmiki. Gandhiji's advice to Mira not to make envelopes for its being an uneconomic. Gandhiji acquired sufficient control over the Magan wheel. Reference of Romain Rolland's letter to the American friend expressing his honest opinion.

000033357

26.05.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

4

Calculation of labour charges for spinning work.- Reference to Harilal- Reference to pain in the elbow. Electric shock treatment has not yielded desired results.- Reference to Chimanlal, Sharada, Shivaji, to Savitribehn, Father Allwyn,- Pain in elbow comparable to that of tennis-player.

000033950

26.05.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

00000

"BLANK"

2

Gandhiji discusses in the article as to how one can observe non-violence. He discusses the forms of violence. He also says that non-violence generates lot of power/energy.

000031082

27.05.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10544

RUKMINIDEVI & BANARASILAL

2

advises to go for walks. Feels Rameshwardas to be in deep trouble & asks Banarasi to help if he can say Life of Gangadevi was pious & benevolent. Gives other news.

000033191

28.05.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09783

RAMA

2

Please keep me informed about your brother and sister. Do you visit the Ashram any time ?

000033358

28.05.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

Gandhiji lays stress on mental equanimity.- Reference to Vohra, Titus, Keshu.- Reference to spinnings. "Gandiv" Charkaha- Reference to Shankerbhai's hand injury.- Reference to Mathew.

000018508

28.05.1932

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

2

Contating report of a Press Corrspondents about the Bombay Dinner Fuction with Sir Henry Lawrence as the Chairman and sir Ernest Hoston as the gust of honour. Heading being (1) Why the Merchants support Congress (2) Sir E Hotson's speech at Bombay Dinner and (2) Policy of sympathy with Indian Financial Aims needed.

000021863

28.05.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

2

Suggests (1) to write in good handwriting and (2) to stay where she is if possible otherwise with Noorbanu.

000025851

29.05.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08449

MANGLA

2

The maker and the baker of breads both should adjust themselves.

000028634

29.05.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

08682

BHAU

2

Extension of the silence period is to enable everybody to concertrate. It is not desirable to worship the idol of a living man for he is never perfect. But why workship an idol at all ? God is formless. Precribes diet to remove constipation.

000025754

30.05.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08961

PUSHPABEN

2

Your handwriting has improved.

000023459

30.05.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01815

DESAI, Kusum

2

Informs Gandhiji will write to Pyarelal Inquires about her Programme.

000033947

30.05.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

"BLANK"

4

Gandhiji refers to death that took place in the Sabarmati Ashram: Death of Fakiri, Vrajlal, Maganlal, Gita, Meghji, Vasant, Imamsaheb, Gangadevi. Ganhiji relates the characteristic of each person and the sweet memories that they have left behind in the Ashram. Gandhiji deals with the cycle of life and death and the importance of the second canto of Bhagavad Gita.

000021793

30.05.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08077

RAMESHWARDAS

2

Advises (1) not to take any more vows but observe with consitency those already taken (2) not to force views on others and (3) to look after education of the childern.

000033359

31.05.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

4

No final decision about meeting Mirabehn- Reference to Harilal.- Reference to Kusum, Dhiru.- Reference to letters said to have been sent by Kasturba.- Reference to spinning.- Alteration in "Gandeev" Charka- Case of theft by Narayanappa. To ascertain whether he is really repentant. Reference to Imamsaheb and a permanent tomb for him.

000027400

31.05.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02721

JOSHI, Chhaganlal Nathubhai

1

I have written to Narandas about persons called by you.

000031648

01.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

4

Gandhiji's protest. He decided not to see any visitors unless the Government changes the decision. Strain caused to the left elbow by the uninterrupted working of the Magan Wheel.Gandhiji maintains staisfactory weight Miraben's saltless experiment. Varrier's Suggestion to Singh a Christian hymn during every Friend's evening prayer.

000029418

01.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02888

PARASRAMIJI

2

Prediction is forbidden to a devotee of Geeta. Violence of invisible insects while performing essential acts is unaviodable. Observance of Non-violence requires constant vigilance regarding our every action.

000021605

01.06.1932

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"BLANK"

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"BLANK"

2

N. C. P. 123-124 of 'Patit Bhandu" of 1-6-32 containing story of Eknath Maharaj's serving Sharaddha Dinner cooked for Brahmins to hungry Mahar families.

000019994

01.06.1932

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"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

5

Cutting from the 'Ratnakar' containing Gajendra Gadkar's article on government and social laws.

000021791

01.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08077

RAMESHWARDAS

1

Work according to one's capacity begets enthusiasm and that in turn begets self confidence.

000027678

02.06.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

08595

PARIKH, Vanmala N.

2

If you are a left hander, train your right hand also. One is born of parents.

000033360

02.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

1

I have decided not to meet anybody as long as the government does not reply regarding permission to meeting Mirabehn.

000025182

02.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

3

This is in Hindi to facilitate early delivery. Inquiries about her health and diet.

000028635

03.06.1932

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GANDHI, M. K.

08682

BHAU

2

My fingers are too weak to have a through grasp of the Takli.

000027874

03.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08607

PARIKH, Maniben

2

Trust God and He will eanable us to consider happiness and misery equal.

000033087

03.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09743

GANDHI, Kashi Chhaganlal

2

It was necessary for me to talk to you about Prabhudas. We should do whatever is in our hands. If so then, we need not feel sorry for anything. Prabhudas wrote a long letter to me. That is why perhaps he did not write to you. About your health, you should live on fruit juices only for sometime. Apply mud to lower abdomen during might and you should bask in the sun early morning. You will also do exercises in deep breathing.

000018855

03.06.1932

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"BLANK"

1

Government communique to inform Gandhiji that Miss slade priorto her arrest was actively engaged in the furtherence of C. D. movement and as such. she can't he regardeed as non-political inmate of the Ashram.

000033948

06.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

"BLANK"

4

I had received a letter from a person suffering from leprosy. He writes to say: I have been cultivating patience through Asanas, Pranayama, Sacrificial offerings, etc and also spinning 500 yards of yarn per day. Patience also helps in sustaining life. I have given the substance of the letter so that the Ashramites can learn from the example of the said patient. We should keep on working as long as our body has the necessary strength in it.

000009642

09.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01274

TYABJI, Raihana (Miss)

2

Seven lines in Urdu. Serve your elders by singing bhajans. Ask Hamidn to write to me when she is released. God is bad that he does not allow our wishes to fructify. Sardar kaka is adding to the national wealth by preparing envelops.

000029419

09.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02888

PARASRAMIJI

2

If by giving rest to aching limbs pain lessens then no further treatment is needed. Normally 20 to 30 minitues are sufficient for dinner.

000021792

09.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08077

RAMESHWARDAS

1

Repeatition of Ram Nam with trust will carry the faith down to the heart. Till then no real peace is possible.

000021783

09.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08077

RAMESHWARDAS

1

Translation of 21792/180

000018511

10.06.1932

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"BLANK"

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"BLANK"

1

danial by father of Elwin mis \chievous reports about his having lost faith in the congress and states " I regard the advent of the political idealisum of Mahatma Gandhi as the most important event of the 20th century.

000025515

11.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08407

ASAR, Mathuradas Purushottam

2

Forget the past and look to the future: Be methodical in work.

000033773

11.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09802

JAMNA

2

It is good that you went to Ranavav. Stay there for some time. Enquiry about sanatorium. Render service to the poor. Read new things. Increase your knowledge and efficiency.

000033361

11.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

6

Your letter.- Government 'no' to meeting Mirabehn. I too have already decided not to meet anybody. I liked that you have decided to calculate labour changes at the rate of one anna per hour - (eight hours a day). Some good system should be evolved to maintain records regarding labour (work) done. It presumes honesty on the part of everybody. Ragarding spinning, clean cotton should be used. stress on quality of yarn- Spinning to be treated as "Yajna". Reference to Chimanlal, Father Allwyn- Friday for Christian devotional songs.- For Islamic devotional songs Thursday may be fixed. Reference to Alubihari. For new entrants to Ashram schools, teaching of English may be introduced at al later stage. Reference to erection of a tomb for Imamsaheb. A stone to be placed there till a decision regarding erection of permanent tomb is taken.

000028589

11.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10485

MASHRUWALA, Nanabhai Ichchharam

1

Personal news about Manilal Medh etc.

000018512

12.06.1932

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1

Cutting giving idea of a Lothian Committee member sir Ernest Benett's despair of committee's work and fearing wreckage of New Coustitution by the Congress

000033362

13.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

In the matters referred to earlier, you may take your own decision and that should be final. I need not decide things from here: Left- elbow condition as it was - splint removed. No desired result.- Reference to Mirabehn- she is observing saltless days at present.

000018513

13.06.1932

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1

Cutting reporting fomation of a new party in Madras and attempt of Dr. Subbariyan to secure signatories for his appeal to the Viceroy to abandon policy of repression.

000033363

14.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

Mahavir writes that his dues come to Rs. 15/-. He says that expenses comes to Rs. 15/-. You may decide it in your own way. Maitri writes to say that she does not want to marry at this stage. I feel they may be allowed to stay in Darjeeling as long as they want to stay there:

000028636

15.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08682

BHAU

4

We should worship the complete idol but nobody is complect the best idol is of Gita Mata. You can contemplete your own mother (if dead) or any word inGita in praise of God. Agood action bears fruits if not in this life then in next life. Hence we need not remain collous even in this life. Hence we need not remain callous even in this life. Seeds of good actions are carried by Atma in the next life. Gita is not history though historical figures and facts might have been used therein.

000023070

15.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07638

HARRISON, Agatha (Miss)

1

States that desire on the part of a prisoner, to know outside happening is mere idleness as he is not able to do or undo anything.

000031649

16.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

6

Pain in Gandhiji's eblow and saltless diet mainly use of fruit & vegetables. Devdas, Manilal & others were all down with fever. Reference to sir James Jean's book. Life is a preparation for death".

000022587

16.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00394

ANDREWS, C. F.

1

Conveys news. Hopes his Chinese Mission will succeed.

000029420

16.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02888

PARASRAMIJI

2

Work is never burdensome if we do it with discertion, sincerety and patience.It is burdensome only when it is forced. Verses by Tulsidas apply to passionate men and not to women.

000009782

16.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01814

JERAJANI, VITHALDAS K.

1

It seems to have benefited you but it may not benefit me. For the present my body is the concern of the Jailor who believes that my aching elbow merely requires rest.

000028141

16.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07830

MAITRI

2

As I ask others I ask you also if you wish to marry.Good if you not feel like it.

000018514

17.06.1932

00778

GANDHI, Devdas

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Unsigned telegram from Gorkhpur supplying news of Devdas's health.

000009180

17.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01784

PARIKH, Mohan N.

1

Your letter is well-written. Write still better. Very good that you sweep and card.

000021864

17.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

2

Says that if interviews are permitted she can come to see Gandhiji.

000027679

18.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08595

PARIKH, Vanmala N.

2

Your Hindi is good. Keep the Ashram clean. Happiness and misery are the rule of nature:

000026555

18.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08493

GANDHI, Sushila

2

We should be prepared to face difficulties. Ask Pragji to write to me. You come from a 'high' family. How can I force you to write long letters.

000026556

18.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00660

GANDHI, Manilal

4

I have ceased meeting people as Mira is not allowed to see me. Hope you all are now free from the poisonous fever. Of course now you cannot come here: After all work there also is service for there is no self interset there: I care little when the fight will end. Then gives news of others.

000023460

18.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01815

DESAI, Kusum

2

Opines that letters written by Harilal to her must be published as these reveal his expections. It is immaterial if she could not fulfil them. She can do that even now.

000033364

19.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

4

Jethalal's report not yet received. Discussion regarding the rules to be observed by the Ashramites. Eating of mangoes.- Kasturba concerned over the matter.- Reference to Chharas, residing opposite Ashram. Efforts should be made to win them over. Cotton for spinning sent by Chhakkaddas. enclosing Totaramji's letter- Reference to Bhansali, Leelaben, Ramnarayan Chaudhari's letter not received. Reference to Ashrams at Vijapur and Amreli. Telegram abut Devdas.

000033949

19.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

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2

Gandhiji discusses the importance of prayer particularly for the Ashramites. He also discusses the discipline to be followed while doing prayer.

000024900

19.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07583

SHAMAL

1

Advises not submit to presure to marry and not to marry Ansuyabehn till he feels the urge to do so.

000024276

20.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10413

ROHINI

2

Asks how she spent her time in the jail.

000009578

20.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01808

TYABJI, Abbas S.

2

You cannot disappoint me even if you try should not therefore, allow such a thought to depress you. You have simply to dance when Raihana sings Glad that you seem to be nearing the end of earthly troubles.

000029467

21.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08660

KHAMBHATA, Bahramji Naoroji

2

If the doctors here fail I insist on getting the outside doctor through the government.In that case I will not hesitate to have your services. I cancelled your visit because Miraben was not allowed to see me.

000021794

21.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08077

RAMESHWARDAS

2

There is not much difference between grain and fruit. In illness ground nut though considered to be a fruit is inacceptable while rice though considered to be grain (food) is acceptable. The distinction is an invention of Vaishnavas who, being unable to give up fastes cheat God and themselves by saying that (On certain days) they eat only fruit and not grains.

000027131

22.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08550

PATEL, Shantaben Gordhandas

2

See Bhakti Bhen when you come etc.

000031650

22.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

8

On health grounds Gandhiji gave up saltless diet experiment. Mira's inquiry about the electric treatment. Gandhiji's writing about the history of the satyagraha Ashram. Refrence to Damodardas' letter. Gandhiji's interpretation of 'the valiant' who dies but once meaning:- the valiant frees himself from the cycle of birth and death. The joy the rapid repetition of 'Ramanam'.

000027680

23.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08595

PARIKH, Vanmala N.

2

Genreal instructions.

000029421

23.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02888

PARASRAMIJI

2

Non attachment certainly applies to one self and to one's dear ones. But attachment to truth and God should be to the point of being engrossed with him. When we do not grasp this meaning we feel dispair.

00029421a

23.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02888

PARASRAMIJI

2

Non attachment certainly applies to one self and to one's dear ones. But attachment to truth and God should be to the point of being engrossed with him. When we do not grasp this meaning we feel despair.

000023029

23.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07568

ALEXANDER, Horace G.

3

Conveys news about their life in prison. Informs that in the Ashram the period of silence in prayer was raised to five minutes to enable the over worked inmates to compose thenselves and that it was to the good.

000033365

24.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

10

Reference to records of work done for which labour charges are to be paid.- Reference to Girifamily, to Krishnamaiyadevi, Mahavir, Dharmakumar.- Reference to Maitri and Radha, to Duhdhibehn, to Valji, to Nimu and Ramdas.- Gandhiji had to start taking milk. Saltless food helpful for those who suffer from constipation. Discussion regarding singing of Islamic devotional songs on a particular day. Opinions of Mahadev and Chhaganlal. Reference to Aluvihari. Reference to spinning : whether one should make use of all the yarn for one's own self. Gandhiji's suggestions.

000028633

25.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08682

BHAU

2

Certain qualities are necessary for effective service but what actions can be called service depends. upon various factors the chief being what you consider to be your duty.

000027528

25.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08565

LAXMINARAYANJI

1

Visits are stopped at present. Hope you are well.

000026027

26.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

2

Do not depend upon fortune letters, But depend upon your own actions.

000029468

28.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08660

KHAMBHATA, Bahramji Naoroji

2

Dr. Bhandari here hesitates to allow the use of your medicine as he feard the major component campher liniment is likely to injure the skin. If you have the medicine please send me the formula.

000033366

28.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

4

Gandhiji's diet : milk, roti.- will add some vegetables if required. Reference to sheetala Sahay- his letter, a little rude. Reference to Dhiru and Kusum, to Parnerkar, to Mirabehn, Father Allwyn, to Imamsaheb's tomb, Annapurna, Sharatchandra Patnaik- Reference to spinning- Quality of yarn on Gandeev Charakha. You need not send records of work done and payment made now onwards.- Observance of silence for five minutes at prayer meeting : if may be done only in the evening.

000009646

28.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01274

TYABJI, Raihana (Miss)

1

The Gazal is very good. Your letter will help me composing a dictionary Glad you received work from the Oriental Research Institute. Sorry about Pashabhai's news. Best Wishes. I will not write any more - in Gujarati to-day. Hamida's letter is eagerly awaited.

000032182

28.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

06714

KRISHNA

2

Krishna's letter and that of Madhavdas to hand. How about Madhavdas' financial position ? Pain in my hand as it is. Not to worry. Manilal, Sushila and Sita were all down with fever during Christmas. Now doing well. Why Madhavdas is so uneasy ? We need not be ashamed of being poor. By and large, man is born to be poor. Very few rich men in the world.

000031651

29.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

1

Sending to Mira two letters addressed to Damodardas and his wife.

000029438

29.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04453

NANABHAI

1

As Pargji refuses to accept the responsibility Manilal should accept it. We have to serve wherever we are:

000024901

29.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07583

SHAMAL

1

Advises about food.

000030715

30.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08303

PRIVAT (ANAND AND BHAKTI)

3

Asking to convey their love to Rallands says we (G & Mahadev) are giving a fair time to spinning & studying Sardar produces wealth by making envelopes from waste Brown paper. This letter will be enclosed in one such.

000028637

30.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08682

BHAU

2

To my mind the meaning of the picture in which God is shown to be resting on the serpent is that He being purly. Ahimsak is not afraid even of the serpent.

000031652

30.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

4

Gandhiji's letter to Damodardas and his wife. Gandhiji's Urdu studies. References to Shantabai Tilak, Noorbann, Remembering friends in Europe. Cadence of 'Ramanam'.

000029422

30.06.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02888

PARASRAMIJI

1

Encouragement to girls for learning Hindi should lead them to improve their language by their own efforts not hand writing only by dictation.

000018510

30.06.1932

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1

Cutting of a letter from an Indian to a friend in England and published by the " Week-end-Review depricating British policy in India.

000027681

01.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08595

PARIKH, Vanmala N.

2

Personal matters.

000009450

01.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01798

MENTA BABALBAHI

2

Devotion means constant remembrance of god. He who serves everything creature for god's sake is a devote. Observance of rules and regulations to the chief thing to restrain mind and inclinations. "not for me and do not are for the results." both mean the same thing. My had is not so disabled as you Fear. Perseverance will some day wife out past mistakes.

000023461

01.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01815

DESAI, Kusum

2

Complains about her uninteresting letters.

000024902

02.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07583

SHAMAL

2

Advises to pray. That can be made easy by seeing God in everybody.

000033969

03.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

4

Panditji states in his letter that and Mahadev also says that children don't get enough sleep. I say that children should get at least 8 hours undisturbed sleep. The morning prayer may be held at 4-30. About yarn, you may meet Sharadaben. Tell Kasturba that I got only one letter from her. Does she get my letters ? I take milk and "Rotli"(thin Riti). At present, my weight is 104 lbs.

000033951

03.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

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2

Gandhiji discusses the importance of Truth.He also discusses whether we can utter falsehood on any occasion.

000025516

06.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08407

ASAR, Mathuradas Purushottam

4

Nothing should be discarded as long as it can be used in some way. Nothing shoyld be prescribed unless we have put it into practice and unless others certify that it is practicable.

000033367

06.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

4

Records of work done may be sent at best once a month. Reference to Sheetala Sahay. If nothing is wanting in his accounts, he may be paid accordingly. Reference to Padma, to Prabhudas. Letter from Nimu. Reference to Shashi, to Ratilal. Article on "Studies".

000027875

07.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08607

PARIKH, Maniben

2

Do not worry if your body cannot do more work. I know you do not pretend inablity.

000027682

08.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08595

PARIKH, Vanmala N.

2

Flower also grows like man.

000032517

08.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09066

GOKIBEN

1

Gandhiji wrote to his sister immediately after he could get address. He asks her to keep on writing to him.

000009813

08.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01821

GOKIBEN

1

On receiving your address. I am writing this. Make use of the knowledge gifted to you. Have you any company there ? Write to me.

000024903

08.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07583

SHAMAL

2

Advises to plead patiently with his brother about drink.

000028638

09.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08682

BHAU

2

The essence of prayer is to repeat what is best in the hope that we may in the end reach to what is the best and perpetual.

000023171

09.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

05312

MATHEW (Magistrate)

2

Truth is not merely an attitude of God. If itself is God. In Sanskrit Sat means is (Santa.)

000018517

10.07.1932

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2

Cuttings from Bombay Chronicle reporting Liberal party's attitude and Mr. Chitamani's speech conenning renewal of Ordinances Muslim meeting at Delhi demanding responsibility at the centre is also reported.

000018515

10.07.1932

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2

Reporting Sir Tej Bahadur Sapru's resignation from consulative committee due to variation of procedure not merely in form but substance.

000018516

10.07.1932

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1

Cutting from the leader of an artile written by Herold Laski by way of homage to Jeremy Beutham who died just one hundred years ago on the eve of the passage of the great Reform fill.

000018518

13.07.1932

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1

Resolutions adopted by Round Tables and Libral Federations meetings as a protest against new procedure:

000018519

13.07.1932

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3

Sir Samunel Hoar's statement upholding British government's measures and defending British government's attitude towards Indian situation to the effact that the New Reforms Procedure is supported by substantial body of "Indian Opinion".

000031655

14.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

Gandhiji's correspondence delayed. Consolation to Damodardas and his wife. Maintaining steady weight -cure for the elbow pain - Pyrelal's abstention from salt. Government's watch on Mira. Vallabhbhai started Sanskrit studies.

000029870

14.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10512

VALUSAMI, A.

2

(1) Says This universe is governed by a law itself is its gives i.e god. (2) Says Praying means to yearn to know the Law & its obedience fulfil the yearned. (3) Finds difficult to understand why & what evil is But both exist.

000031269

15.07.1932

08984

SANDERSON, MATTIE (Miss)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

(1) States how unrest started in Britan due to not observing sabbath. Feels supermacy of Nations lie in proportion to their love towards Christ. Feels India can proper if follows Christ. (2) Encloses a news cutting stating water used by Aga- Khan for bathing can cure any disease.

000018520

15.07.1932

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2

Cutting of B.G. Horniman's article with heading "Hoare Cuts the Painter," "All Indians Now Free to Unite For Country's Freedom."

000033368

16.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

Post received late- Irregularity in postal service. Gandhiji's suggestions regarding taking care of dependents of Ashramites.- Article regarding "Prayer"- You should go through it carefully.

000021606

16.07.1932

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2

N. C. P. 173 of "Patit Bhandhu" of 16-7-32 containing an incident from Sant Tukaram's life.

000023462

17.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01815

DESAI, Kusum

2

Gandhiji does not remember the questions asked and given orally. However he will do what he can. Gandhiji hopes she will acquire confidence in herself.

000009181

17.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01784

PARIKH, Mohan N.

2

How did you do your Ekadashi-fast. Mahadev and Sardar send you their blessings. Write good hand without any blots.

000033953

17.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

"BLANK"

2

I feel that people don't take much interest in community prayers. The reason is that they do not know the necessity of individual prayer. Gandhiji discusses the importance of prayer.

000033952

17.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

"BLANK"

2

Gandhiji discusses the merits and demerits of the then prevalent system of education. He says tht there are several demerits in the system. In the Ashram life, attempts is being made to overcome those demerits.

000033369

20.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

Reference to postal irregularity. One of the reasons is cheking on the part of jail authorities. Reference to spinning- Magan Charakha and Gandeev Charakha. Allowed to make use of left hand for spinning purpose, Not much improvement as far as elbow pain is concerned. Letter written by Kasturba not received. Devdas suffering from fever. Reference to Chhakkaddas and his cotton, Parnerkar, Prithuraj and to Shankarbhai.

000024277

22.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10413

ROHINI

2

Expresses condolences at the death of her maternal uncle, and advises them not to feel miserable. Asks for news of Knajibhai.

000027034

24.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08532

BHANDARI (Major)

1

I cannot trace the letter here: If you find it please forward it if found to be unobjectionable.

000031110

24.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10546

BUCH, PURATANBHAI

2

(1) Says Possibility of his staying with G is only after G's release from jail (2) Advicing to become introvert says Unability to slove subordinate matters means the main point is not fully understood.

000027408

24.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02721

JOSHI, Chhaganlal Nathubhai

2

Inquires about himself and other Ashram inmates.

000023463

24.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01815

DESAI, Kusum

2

Desires her to revisit Pyarelal as news about his health are conflinting.

000033954

24.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

"BLANK"

2

Taking care of children and taking care of others- Too much of interfernece is also not good. We should know limits of interference in the name of taking care: Certain things are to be left to the discretion of others.

000028039

24.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07884

PADMA

2

If you can improve your health there it is not necessary to go to Bhowali etc. etc.

000024374

24.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08239

CHIMANLAL

1

Children depending upon parents in all matters ultimately turn out to be weak. Suggests Potash permangante. Solution and deep breathing for his nose trouble.

000018522

25.07.1932

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1

Cutting of Round Tableer's Menifesto and Mr. N. R. Sarkar's statement in connection with the abandonment of Round Table Confrance by Moderate delegates.

000031653

26.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

1

Inquiry about Miraben's fever.

000009645

26.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01274

TYABJI, Raihana (Miss)

2

No letter from you. Father's letter is very good. Hope he is better. Wish to see him dance. Am studying "Ram Charch" an Urdu book which is very well brought out. Sardar has started studying Sanskrit.

000031654

27.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

1

Enquiry about Miraben's health.

000018521

27.07.1932

00000

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1

Cutting from the "Leader Heading Reactionarisum Run mad" condemning the new procedure:

000018523

27.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

"BLANK"

1

Cutting from `The Leader' of a commantory of Mr. Herold Cox's observations regarding causes of world economic depression concluding times being," Gandhiji's denunciation of MaChinary."

000028007

28.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02888

PARASRAMIJI

2

Your pamphlet is intresting. Try to improve the Hindustani of boys. Gita teaches us the futility of war. No body knows the form etc of God and yet Gita discribes Him through. Him That is possible because it is only truth and omnipotence man is not such and hence he cannot describe God. Etc. etc.

000018524

28.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

"BLANK"

1

Cutting from `The Leader' quating Sir Stanley Reed's advice with regards the New Policy saying confernce method must be followed.

000012150

29.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02837

CHOKSI, NAJUKLAL

1

Do you retire to bed with stomach ? Generally late dinners ? Those sleep late. Repeat Ramanama or some hymns.

000018525

29.07.1932

00000

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00000

"BLANK"

1

Cutting from `The Tribune' containing Dr. Mooje's statement and advice to British government under caption " Unrest in India is political"

000021635

30.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07325

ALAM (Dr.)

1

Inquires why he had to be removed to a hospital and hopes that there is nothing serious.

000028566

31.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08671

QURESHI AMINA

1

Makes personal inquires.

000027683

31.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08595

PARIKH, Vanmala N.

2

Plant another tree where Surendra's tree was planted etc.

000027240

31.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08557

JOSHI, Ramaben C.

1

I do insist you write to me and describe the state of the Ashram.

000033193

31.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09783

RAMA

2

Your letter after much waiting. What do you read at present ? What does your brother read ? You have given a very fine excuse for not visiting the Ashram. You know the story of 'Kaji and his dog' or the famous bhajan "those who love only the body are selfish". We should love the qualities of a person and not his body. Do visit the Ashram and cultivate friendship with girls there: Take care of them.

000031656

31.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

Enquiry about Mira's health and praying for her speedy recovery.

000023464

31.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01815

DESAI, Kusum

2

Compares her substanceless letters (Written simply because of the vow taken) to his taking milk of animals others than cow and buffalow which meant circumvention of the vow not to take milk. Asks for Pyarelal news and for Harilal's letters.

000009473

31.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01799

DESAI, NIRMALABEN

2

For writing letters, use of papers of an exercise book is rather costly. Even if you have nothing to ask, you may write about your activities. Neither a woman not anyone else should need any sort of arms for protection. A non-violent person protects himself or herself by dying and not by killing. Good protects us through our virtues.

000033955

31.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

"BLANK"

2

I have spoken and written about this several times. But I feel like writing about it again. I have myself not been able to commit the entire Gita to memory. However, I want to emphasize its importance. It is one of the basic works for the people of India. If we commit it to memory, it becomes easir for us to mould our behaviour in accordance with its teachings.

000021795

31.07.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08077

RAMESHWARDAS

2

A husband has no right to stop his wife from seeking enlightenment (Learning English)

000025037

01.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08391

PATEL, Vimalaben Anand

2

Conveys and asks for news. Says writing with a pencil is Himsa as it puts the reader to difficulty in reading.

000026799

03.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10274

DESAI, Pragji Khandubhai

2

 

000033370

03.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

Reference to Narmada, Leeladhar, daughters of Jaisukhlal. Indu's letter. Kusum seems to have recovered. Let her not spoil her health again by strenous work.- Reference to Chhaganlal, Leelavati, Ratilal, and Ratubhai Reference to Nanalal, Harilal.- Help to Ramji- Reference to Gandhiji's diet.

000026557

03.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00660

GANDHI, Manilal

2

You ask reply to cable but am a prisoner and cannot do it easily. I hope it is not necessary also nowl. News about Devdas etc.

000029072

04.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08703

RATILAL MOTICHAND (Sheth)

2

I am the greatest loser. Your daughter is the wife of his son Chhaganlal. She appeared to be well intensioned but Dr. Mehta did not think so. It is up to you to see that the family prestige preserved infact.

000009449

04.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01798

MENTA BABALBAHI

2

Instead of worrying about the righteousness of the world, let ourselves be righteous. To know the soul means to forget self.

000033371

05.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

1

Gandhiji sends consolation to Ratilal and Champa. Asks them not to go to Rangoon. Gandhiji is in constant touch with Rangoon.

000033082

05.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

"BLANK"

2

I have been getting post fairly regularly now. My blessings are there always with you. You have a stable mind, Let it become more stable. You will know more from my letter to Prabhudas.

000028640

06.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08682

BHAU

2

Interpretation of sayings of the great gets modified with the change of time. However if we are not clear about a verse we may leave it and proceed further. Do take steps to cure your headache. It is a symptom and not a disease.

000025517

07.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08407

ASAR, Mathuradas Purushottam

4

We have to consider how best to use unwearable khadi but your present work is to find out ways of improving yarn. So mind only that. Do not attempt too many things at a time. Regarding Celibacy you should consult yourself and your wife and see how far you are prepared to sacrifice. But do not attempt beyond your capacity.

000027684

07.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08595

PARIKH, Vanmala N.

1

Your right hand must do all the work that the left hand does.

000031659

07.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

Gandhiji's advice to Mira to go through the Ramayana, the Mahabharat, the vedas and the Upnishads, and also Koran. Changes in Gandhiji's diet.

000009476

07.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01799

DESAI, NIRMALABEN

1

Mahadev wants you to send sacred thread, i.e. 'Janoi', for 'Balev' i.e. Holiday. give fine yarn to Panditji and get one prepared and send it through Narandas. It is our good luck if we have to bear the same suffering as others have to do.

000027410

07.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02721

JOSHI, Chhaganlal Nathubhai

2

Inquires about health.

000033956

07.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

"BLANK"

2

Gandhiji came in touch with Dr. Pranjivan Mehta when he went to England. Dr. Mehta's qualities. Adhering to truth, non-violence, etc. Very liberal minded. serving the society at large.

000030688

08.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09833

PRABHASHANKARBHAI

2

Its natural that his death causes grief but is relieved from suffering. I dont know weather there is a will No need for Ratilal & Champa to go to Rangoon. Its safe & wise in trustung Chhagnalal.

000027026

08.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

13814

NAIDU, P. K.

2

Do not send gifts. We are alreasy sported. How are Padmaja and your son ? Sarda is busy studying Sanskrit.

000018526

08.08.1932

01551

BRELVI, S. A.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Referring to his impressions of interview with Gandhiji says," Your greatest service to humanity will be to secure Hindu Muslim Co-operation for creating a new India polity and culture that will astonish the world. Sometimes I feel that abolition of religion would be the only solution gives details about his literary pursuits and contacts.

000025181

08.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

1

I am surprised my letter do not reach you Inquires about other inmates.

000032183

09.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09209

MADHAVDAS GOKALDAS AND KRISHNA

2

Letters of both you to hand. Not to worry about financial stringency. You should enjoy both, pleasures and pain. You might be getting letters from Devdas. He had met Ramdas.

000018527

10.08.1932

11036

DAS, Govind

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10

A staunch and faithful follower of Gandhiji in the field of Kisan uplift movement encloses copies of a letter received from his father proposing partition of paternal properties and also that of renunciation of all claims upon the paternal properties by himself.

000022619

10.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04556

TRIVEDI, JADURAY S

2

Advises to prove that merciless experiments on living animals are unnecessary. Knowledge is acquired more from observation than from books.

000033372

11.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

4

Received post in time- enclosing a letter from Italy- An Ashram, similar to ours, managed by women- Letter contains detailed information. I have asked them to write to you also directly. Our Ashramites should be informed of it.- Reference to spinning - Yarn of 53 count ; Mahadev has reached upto 80; Sardar upto 40. Yarn of finer quality on Gandeev Charakha.- Alteration in Gandeev Charakha.- Cotton sent by Chhakkaddas is very useful. Reference to Virsinh, Shankarbhai, Narmada,- Condition of elbow remains as it is. Reference to Krishnadas, Nimu and her vow.- Meeting the demand for copies of "Anasktiyoga Vallabhbhai has taken to studies in Sanskrit. Mention date of dispatch of Anantpur report.

000024909

12.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08374

SHARMA (Dr.)

2

No need to go to the west to study naturopathy what is wanted is abservations and study here:

000028506

12.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08660

KHAMBHATA, Bahramji Naoroji

1

Your oil has been used but has not yielded any result.

000021866

12.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

2

Reluctance to discuss irrgularity in monthly sickness indicates a false sense of shame; It can be discussed like any other sickness. Advises to take sitz bath and hips bath. Opines that during these days there should be no pain. If the treatment fails she should get the part examined and also read literature on the subject i. e. regarding sitz bath Kuhne's book.

000029423

13.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02888

PARASRAMIJI

2

Qualities mentioned by you are essential for better service. Those who have got sweet exprience from me should try to get the same everywhere:

000028639

14.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08682

BHAU

2

A devotee who asks something for the good is an expectant devotee. In prayer concentration is necessary and it can be had by constant effort. A devotee who asks something for the good is an expectaint devotee. In prayer concentration is necessary and it can be had by constant sffort. c

000033957

14.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

"BLANK"

2

Gandhiji writes about reading and thinking. 'No reading' is not good. "Mere reading and no thinking" is also not good. The two should be interrelated.

000028040

14.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07884

PADMA

2

Inquires about her health and desires her to write in details.

000025040

14.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07394

KESHAV

2

General advice regarding food & behaviour.

000023340

14.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08229

GULAB CHOKSI

2

Advises to study and improve health.

000024904

14.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07583

SHAMAL

2

Advises to pray and think that God is with him. That will make him free of all fear.

000024656

15.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08359

BAJAJ, Janakidevi

2

Why not letters from you nor from others.

000025038

15.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08391

PATEL, Vimalaben Anand

2

Asks to improve handwriting.

000029469

16.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08660

KHAMBHATA, Bahramji Naoroji

4

I do not want to be obloged by the government in calling you here for treatment of my hand. Try fast steam and hip bath for your lumbago. Shri Mehta in Poona knows this.

000027887

16.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08608

BARR, F. Mary (Miss)

2

Why no reply from you ? We are all well I see you have joined communion party good.

000027087

17.08.1932

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

1

Cartoon showing Gandhiji being offerd Electoral Pact for compromise by the British Government

000031006

17.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08077

RAMESHWARDAS

2

(1) Denies his expressing displeasure over certain (?) matter. (2) Expresses confidence in Banarsialals' nobal character.(3) Expresses dissatisfaction over his (Rameshwardas') not selling off everything & coming to live with G life of voluntary poverty & dharma. Gives his health news.

000027101

18.08.1932

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

1

If Gandhiji's impending fast unto death results in his death it will have no effects Government will welcome it example of Mc. Sweeny's fast and death in jail for Irish independence is cited for comparison.

000031657

19.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

1

Gandhiji's instruction to Mira who is in jail.

000023341

19.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08229

GULAB CHOKSI

2

Advises to drive useless thoughts by prayer.

000025522

20.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08407

ASAR, Mathuradas Purushottam

5

If we apply to hand spun yarn the testing apparatus used in mills, the result will be misquiding because the breaking point cannot represent the quality of the remaining yarn as the whole of it cannot be uniform. We should therefore depend upon the opinion of the weaver. Yarn even if of higher cannot if found to be unsuitable by the weaver is useless. Rough khadi produced by the poor can be marketable if people offer to work freely in converting it into ready made clothes etc. and this too my hand sewing as all cannot afford a sewing machine. Gandhiji then advises about diet.

000024657

20.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08359

BAJAJ, Janakidevi

2

Your letter is too short. Do give me details. I still use the worn out shawl lined with cotton cloth by you.

000031528

20.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08994

LILAVATI ASHAR

2

Suggests to entrust her money to Narandas to make proper arrangement & get a receipt.

000033373

20.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

Reference to Champa's letter, to Narmada, to daughters of Jaisukhlal, to Ratubhai and Ratilal. Gandhiji's diet : stopped 'roti' ; has started Bajri- repeating the experiment of 1930.- Reference to Parasram, Premabehn, to Shankarbhai's hand-injury.

000024805

21.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08363

BAJAJ, Kamalnayan

2

I await your letter. I do not think any of your qurries have remained unreplied.

000027876

21.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08607

PARIKH, Maniben

2

Hope you so not worry about Narahari. God is there to do it.

000033774

21.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09802

JAMNA

2

Good for you to have spent some time at Rajkot. Recovery of Khushalbhai from illness was almost miraculous. Tell Jamnadas that he should not be lazy in writing letters.

000033958

21.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

"BLANK"

2

Continuing his strain of thought and writing on "reading and thinking", Gandhiji refers to Kabir's saying, asking people to wake up and know the truth. Man should not grow careless.

000021867

21.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

2

Gandhiji does not think that all that is written in religious books is dictated by God but thinks it comes from the heart of great men. Study of such book is just to enable us to know what is written in them and how they affect us. Desires to know details about her family. Advises to rest, satisfied with whatever she can do.

000023342

21.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08229

GULAB CHOKSI

2

Desires concrete proof of improvement in Carding and spinning.

000030676

21.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08005

MEHTA, Champa R. (Mrs.)

2

Asking not to worry says God will make all good may God give you patiance.

000021816

21.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08077

RAMESHWARDAS

2

If a fast is to be undertaken if should be done under expert guidance. Continue praying and you will some day see light in darkness.

000026558

22.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08493

GANDHI, Sushila

2

Your letter are too short and you try to show them to be long by writing big handwriting. Do keep a watch over Manilal for, you were selected as his bride because I knew you would be able to control him. Wife is not a subordinate but a co worker.

000023749

22.08.1932

09172

RAJAGOPALACHARI, C.

00778

GANDHI, Devdas

2

Duplicate of 23638

000023638

22.08.1932

09172

RAJAGOPALACHARI, C.

00778

GANDHI, Devdas

2

Personal news and advice.

000026559

22.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00660

GANDHI, Manilal

2

Rumours reach that you have used Phoenix funds in Sorabjee's affairs. If it is so it is wrong of you. Sorry you find Pragji a self seeker.

000028507

23.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08660

KHAMBHATA, Bahramji Naoroji

1

Send the ointment if it contains something other than iodine.

000031658

23.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

4

Gandhiji's advice to Mira to be aware of the causes of illness and guard against it. Gandhiji's hints at prison reforms. Gandhiji's makes some dietary changes and feels better. Vallabhbhai repaid progress in his Sanskrit studies Mahadevbhai studies French and Urdu.

000009671

23.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01274

TYABJI, Raihana (Miss)

2

Dag's gazal is good. Why did you trouble mother about Galib's gazal ? Do only as much as you can. This cost me half an hour. You are an inefficient teacher !!

000009331

23.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01789

PANDIT, Vasumati Dhimatram

2

Write me your experiences. Did you learn Marathi ? Could the local food sustain your enthusiasm ?

000029388

24.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08726

ICHCHHA, HARI

2

Don't be idle in writing letters. How do you pass the day. Do you read anything ? Spin ?

000031083

24.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10544

RUKMINIDEVI & BANARASILAL

2

Asks Banarasidas to write his father not to worry informing that, G is not at all displeased on him (B) & Rukhmani. Asks Rukhmani to improve health.

000021636

24.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08022

ALAM (Mrs.)

1

Hopes her husband is well.

000029439

25.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08494

TARA

2

Dairy is a sentinel for a seeker of truth. We can be saved from the evils of jail gradations in prisoners by giving up the benefits of upper grade.

000033374

25.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

4

I learn that you have a lot of burden of work. Please take enough rest in the afternoon. Reference to Amina- Letter to Kasturba who is about to be released.- Reference to Parvati Patki. Reference to spinning: finer quality of yarn - Reference to Mirabehn, Rajaji, to Pyarelal, Padma, Mahavir,- Opinion about Dattatriya temple- It is unbelievable that Kasturba had lost 16 lbs. In weight.- What about her diet ? How many persons are ther in the Ashram at present ?

000028725

25.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10489

THAKKAR, Mahalaxmi Madhavji

2

Let me have your experiences of Jail life.

000023465

25.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01815

DESAI, Kusum

2

Asks for Harilal's letter without which Gandhiji cannot write the perface to the book.

000033192

26.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09783

RAMA

2

Your letter. Your brother is making best use of his time. Tell him that we remember him often. it seems your sister is keeping well. You should also improve your health. I am keeping well. Write often.

000028041

26.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07884

PADMA

2

Inquires about health and of others and desires that complete account should be rendered by money spent.

000027215

27.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08555

JOSHI, Vimala

2

Improve your handwriting and eyes.

000027411

27.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02721

JOSHI, Chhaganlal Nathubhai

2

NOw that you are in the Ashram I expect you to give me your impressions in deatils Inquiry about others.

000030677

27.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08005

MEHTA, Champa R. (Mrs.)

2

Asking not to worry says I can never abandon you nor feel hurt if you reject my advice I can only try to be your father but your real father is Prabhashankar.

000023357

27.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08230

SULOCHANA

2

ADvice to learn carding and to reread letters written, before posting them.

000028508

28.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08660

KHAMBHATA, Bahramji Naoroji

1

Received the ointment. Shall let you know the result.

000033959

28.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

"BLANK"

4

(1)Gandhiji discusses the difference between thoughtless action and thoughtful action. Difference between man and beast. Reference to teachings of Gita.(2) Gandhiji continues the earlier strain of thought and says that thought should promote social good.

000023788

28.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08250

SUNDERBEN

1

Sends blessing on their marriage.

000022476

28.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08141

ELIZABATH (Miss)

2

Advises that on effort to create fellowship will meet with success only if it is practised constantly.

000021868

28.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

2

Gandhiji will write in Urdu as long as she will not say no to it. Advises to rest during monthly period.

000026560

29.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08493

GANDHI, Sushila

2

You are sufficiently grown up and so should act according to the dictates of your conscience rather than on our advice. Then follow personal news.

000028590

29.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10485

MASHRUWALA, Nanabhai Ichchharam

1

Let both of them decide for themselves as to what to do.

000024012

30.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08305

CHANDIWALA, Brijkrishna

2

Conveys news; and says, probably the long reply sent by G. did not reach him.

000025376

31.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08399

VASUKAKA

2

It is not so serious that Dr. Deshmukh should be troubled. We all remember you.

000025830

31.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08448

PATEL, SHANTA

2

Keep me informed about all your movements. associations and mental and physical health.

000031660

31.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

Gandhiji is keeping good health with minor dietary changes. Gandhiji is pleased to learn that Mira gets wholesome diet in jail. Laxmi, Gangaben and Shantaben are in jail with Miraben. Gandhiji's advice to Mira to make friendship with animals and trees and with criminals in jail.

000032821

31.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01686

ANASUYABEN

1

Gandhiji acknowledges receipt of "Rakhi" and also letter. (Enquiry about Indu's health, about Mridula) (Ref. to Dahyabhai and Saraladevi and also Gulzarilal)

000023466

31.08.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01815

DESAI, Kusum

2

Fears she is indecisive. But Gandhiji is hopeful.

000027064

31.08.1932

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

2

We are not clear why Gandhiji fasts and what will he gain by it Gandhiji should cooperate with Government and he will find that self Government Is within India's grasp.

000029424

01.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08730

VIMAL KISHORE

1

Geeta is read daily for all types of queries in life.

000009477

01.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09438

DESAI, Narayan

2

Bravo ! now you have a secretary to write to you ! But I know you are not idle. you must improve your handwriting.

000031251

01.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08940

ASHRAM CHILDREN

1

advises to toletrate each other to run associations (within Ashram) smoothly.

000031111

01.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10546

BUCH, PURATANBHAI

2

Considers himself a poor intellect. Says (1) Good bestows intellect on those who have faith. like G. (2) That he has always revered elders & wise. (3) that due to his (G's) faith in truth his path always seemed smooth in spite of its roughness.

000021564

01.09.1932

08006

JAYDEVI KOTHARI

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Jaydevi Kothari and Giridhar evince feelings of anxiety and concern at Gandhiji's fast news. Wish complete success.

000009182

01.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01784

PARIKH, Mohan N.

2

There is no harm in getting others write when your handwritings are not good. But this does not mean you should not improve handwritings. You are old enough when you should write fairly well.

000019995

01.09.1932

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

1

Extract from the 'Morden Review' about 'Prime Minister's Decision and the Bengal Hindus'.

00027104A

01.09.1932

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

1

A poem eulogising Gandhiji's fast in the cause of the Hrijans.

000019996

01.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

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2

Extract from the 'Modern Review' about the 'Prime Minister's 'communal Decision'.

000025041

01.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07394

KESHAV

2

General advice ragarding prayer, food and behaviour.

000028042

01.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07884

PADMA

2

Spinning may be discontinued if and when the body feels tired etc. etc.

000023343

01.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08229

GULAB CHOKSI

1

Personal news.

000027049

03.09.1932

08539

HUDSON, W. F.

01292

YERAVDA CENTRAL PRISON, Supdt.

1

Devdas Gandhi may see Mahatmaji (Gandhiji) each day.

000018575

03.09.1932

11076

HINDU SABHA, Secretary

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Birthday greeting pray to Almighty to spare Gandhiji long to guide the destinies of Motherland to good of paece and prosperity.

000018574

03.09.1932

11075

BANGARAV RAMSWAMI

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

Forwards on behalf of the Conference of the Youth of French India congratulations for demolishing the fortress of untouchability and good wishes for Gandhiji's health and long life.

000018576

03.09.1932

11077

ALLAHABAD ARYA, Secretary

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Tendering congretulation on birthday and unquie achievments in cause of Harijans, preys for his long life.

000018528

03.09.1932

11037

NAIDU, Padmaja (Miss)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

Padmja refarning Gandhiji's reproach for her illegible handwriting with interest takes liberty to address him as slave driver and narrates her interviews with Sir C. P. and Jayakar.

000029425

03.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02888

PARASRAMIJI

2

When we are angry or indifferent to friends we should try to find our faults by introspection thinking them inmnocent. This way we shall get peace.

000021869

03.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

1

Gandhiji disapproves of Dr. Sharma's publishing his letter to him. Inquires about mode of addressing in Urdu.

000023358

03.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08230

SULOCHANA

1

Advises to learn spinning etc.

000033926

04.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

A thought came to my mind that we should attempt to write a history of the Ashram. The leather that you had sent for sandals has been received. Hemanprabhadevi used to write to me regularly. In the recent past, there are no letters from her. Do you receive any letter from her ? Reference to report from Anantpur. I have written about an article on women. Let the women- Ashramites go through it. It is not meant for printing.

000027412

04.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02721

JOSHI, Chhaganlal Nathubhai

2

Shows anxiety about regular post inquires about the book "Flowers of Saint Francis" sent by an European lady with markings inside.

000029073

07.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08703

RATILAL MOTICHAND (Sheth)

2

I do not think Lilavati and her mother -in- law pull us as well. I wish you to settle things as amicably as possible even if it requiress your presence in Rangoon.

000032940

07.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01535

GANDHI, Prabhudas

2

At the moment, we are prisoners. On the occasion of "Rentia Baras" (Gandhiji's birthday) you may imagine that our yarn is also there: Mahadev has reached speed of 100. Mine is 40 on "Magan Charakha". I shall continue with it as long as my hand is serviceable. I would suggest some alterations in the "Charakha" to take out thin yarn. The limits that you have to set for yourself are enough. Don't build castles in the air. Keep on writing to me regularly.

000009183

07.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01784

PARIKH, Mohan N.

2

blessings on Birth-day. Keep your word to commit four chapters of Gita to memory with full understanding.

000029426

08.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08730

VIMAL KISHORE

1

To leave prayer in the middle is a disregard to God.

000021567

08.09.1932

00000

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1

A prayer song composed by Miss Rachana Jayabji entitled MOHE JAGAO HARI Yearning self awakening.

000027037

09.09.1932

10452

MARTIN

08535

DOYLE

1

Request to deliver Prime. Minister's reply to Gandhiji and to inquire whether Gandhiji still presses for the publication.

000027024

09.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08532

BHANDARI (Major)

1

REquest to come.

00027037A

09.09.1932

08535

DOYLE

08531

BHANDARI (Major)

1

Request to deliver the attached and have the reply

000028641

09.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08682

BHAU

2

Accept the main theme of Gita rather than minute interpretation of various verses.

000033375

09.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

4

Reference to Kana's case ; Qureshi's operation ; Leeladhar should know his interest. Indu needs all love and care: Case of Narayanappa : Mentioning about it in weekly article started taking milk again- Enquiry about shankarbhai's hand. Received cotton sent by Chhakkaddas and Keshu. Reference to Kakasaheb.- There is no hurry in publishing the weekly articles in book-form. Translation into other languages also will have to be done with great care: Manjula's case. Referenceto Virmani, to Amtussalaamsalam, Dr. Sharma intends to come and stay in Ashram for some time- send him rules of Ashram life.- Send my will to me which lies somewhere in the Ashram. It will be necessary to change the names of Trustees. ( Note= Mahadev Desai sends his regards to Narandas who is older than Mahadev by six years.).

000033376

09.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

I would like to compare the method of 'making roti' Herewith that in the Ashram. Hence, send information regarding the quantity of flour used, time taken for kneading, for baking, etc.

000033379

10.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

All my blessings are with you. You have been fulfilling all my dreams. Let God give you long life and strength to serve others.- Reference to spinning- Mahadev reaches 105 count. - Reference to cotton crop in the Ashram. Reference to Padma, Panditji, and Vyayam Mandir, Manjula and Indu.

000009670

10.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01274

TYABJI, Raihana (Miss)

2

Got your Bhajan. Hope you appreciate my decision to fast-Father at least must have appreciated. It is God's will and he will see me through.

000009448

10.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01798

MENTA BABALBAHI

2

Never delay in doing good work. because death is harifing over us. Ideas that are not worked out are mere debts, and so a burden to our mind. He who attends prayers but does not take active part in it is guilty of untruth. We may or may not be guilty when we are cheated by somebody.

000009332

10.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01789

PANDIT, Vasumati Dhimatram

2

How idle you are ? What are your experiences. Did you see Qureshi and Amina's children and Pyar Ali's Ashram ?

000024013

11.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08305

CHANDIWALA, Brijkrishna

4

Opines that Brahmacharya is more a matter of mind than of food, though food has its effect. Desires him to improve his health. Agrees that Ashram inmates are not perfect. But Ashram life is an attempt towards perfection; and the effort has not been in vain.

000027413

11.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02721

JOSHI, Chhaganlal Nathubhai

1

Better you write about Ashram I must know everything.

000023344

11.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08229

GULAB CHOKSI

2

Instructions regarding imrpovement in spinning and handwriting.

000021870

11.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

2

Desires not to worry about receipt or non receipt of money. Praises her hand writings. No objection if Dr. Sharma undertakes to observe Ashram rules and regulations while he stays there:

000018578

12.09.1932

04979

PRABHAVATI

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Prabhavati Devi wife of Jay Prakash Narayan writing from Prison supplies news of well being and arrest of Jai Prakash. Craves for Gandhiji's letter.

000027084

12.09.1932

00000

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00000

"BLANK"

1

Report regarding Gandhiji's decision to go on fast unto death in protest against Govt's communal award.

000027082

12.09.1932

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

1

Foreign newspaper flashes news pf Gandhiji's proposed fast unto death against communal electorates.

000033377

13.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

You might have learnt about the fast that I am about to undertake. No one should feel scared about it. Fast undertaken for purification. No one else need enter on a fast in sympathy for me. Give a correct understanding of it to all at Ashram. Tell Anandi that I shall write to her at length. Let the girls in the Ashram cultivate the quality of fearlessness. Reference to Hariomal getting permission to see Gandhiji.

000027040

14.09.1932

08535

DOYLE

08532

BHANDARI (Major)

1

Request to see and phone to suit time.

000027065

14.09.1932

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

1

British Government not prepared to repeal the policy of having separate electorates for the depressed classes despite Gandhiji's threat to fast unto death.

000027051

14.09.1932

10453

GOVERNMENT BOMBAY, P.S. to

07854

DOYLE, E. E. (Colonel)

1

Asking to deliver Lord chancellor's reply to Gandhiji gives explanation for delay.

000031661

15.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

4

Gandhiji is to commence a fast into death- A pure act of non-violence - His complete faith in it. Gandhiji instructs Mira to keep herself fit. He mentions about his own food. Gandhiji advises to look upon trees, birds and animals as friends. - They all including human beings as an expression of God. He mentions about a cat- family.

000027029

15.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08532

BHANDARI (Major)

2

Thanks for sending telgrams Request to send replies presupposes authority to grant interviews.

000025619

16.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08418

BHANDARI (Major)

1

Request to publish enclosed statement with Government approval.

000025618

16.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08418

BHANDARI (Major)

7

Approaching fast was resolved upon in the name of God for his work and at his call. Above all it is intended to string Hindu conscience into right religious action against separate electorates for depressed classed. It is impossible to separate the depressed classes from an indivisiable family. Hense I resist separation even if it is to cost my life. If separate electorate is removed my fast will end. That however does not bind me to abide by other political parts of the communal question or the constitution that may be framed My fast has narrow application for depressed classes the question being a religious matter. Fast is a science for me which others need not copy. It is last seal on non-violence with due respect for opponents.

000025621

16.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08420

P. S. U.

1

Pained to read Government devision to remove me to unknown place under restictions during fast. Asks Government not to do so to avoid unnecessary trouble, expense and worry.

000030716

16.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08859

PRIVAT (ANAND AND BHAKTI)

1

Your latter on the eve of the step I am about to take. My love to you both.

000023071

16.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07638

HARRISON, Agatha (Miss)

1

Informs about his impending fast.

000029470

17.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08660

KHAMBHATA, Bahramji Naoroji

1

We all should pray God to Enable our friend to fulfil the step that he has taken in His name and by His inspiration.

000023072

17.09.1932

07638

HARRISON, Agatha (Miss)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Invites advice.

000025620

18.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08418

BHANDARI (Major)

1

Asking to send without delay enclosed message to government if India.

000027028

18.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08532

BHANDARI (Major)

2

The silence has started. I can reply in Writing.

000027888

18.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08608

BARR, F. Mary (Miss)

2

My sore magazine story seems unbelievable remind me if I survive introduction to Gita has come in "Young India " Hope you understand coming ordeal To me it is a matter of joy.

000028591

18.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10485

MASHRUWALA, Nanabhai Ichchharam

2

Rejoice that God has enable a fellow worker to undertake the penance.

000033378

18.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

4

Received your letter about 'roti'- God's ways are intractable just as you say. I am completely resigned to His will. Rs. 25,000/- as deposit in the name of Campa with Revashankarbhai. Doctor has donated Rs. 6500/- to the Ashram. Problem of Jaisukhlal's daughters. Importance of forgetting distinction between 'you' and 'me'- Renouncing feelings of hate and anger.

000026561

18.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10439

GANDHI, Manilal & Sushila

2

Do not worry and try to deserve the legacy left by the father.

000032184

18.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09210

MADHAVDAS AND KRISHNA

2

Letters of both of you to hand. Not to worry about your vow. Very few get such an opportunity. Not to worry about financial difficulties. Accept the lot in which you are placed. Not a leat stirs without God's will.

000018530

18.09.1932

05541

BIRLA, G. D.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Indicates preparedness of Caste Hindus to give cent percent seats to Ambedkar on joint electorate basis.

000027414

18.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02721

JOSHI, Chhaganlal Nathubhai

2

Do not worry about the coming fast. Soul and not body is the real things. Follow Gita.

000009333

18.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01789

PANDIT, Vasumati Dhimatram

2

I cannot try at length. Be more devoted to duty. I know you can sacrifice yourself.

000023467

18.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01815

DESAI, Kusum

1

Asks for reply to his hope that she will fulfill his expections if Gandhiji does because of his fast.

000018529

18.09.1932

00394

ANDREWS, C. F.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Supplying his views about Harijan representation hopes for alterations in prime ministers awards.

00027053A

19.09.1932

10463

INSPECTOR-GENERAL OF PRISONS

08537

BHANDARI, M. G.

1

Confirms generally. Disapproves of getting his letters typed as that means lack of confidence in the giver of instructions

000027042

19.09.1932

08535

DOYLE

08532

BHANDARI (Major)

1

Deliver the enclosed letter from Prime Minister to Gandhiji.

000027041

19.09.1932

08535

DOYLE

08532

BHANDARI (Major)

1

To deliver the attached papers to Gandhiji.

000024658

19.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08359

BAJAJ, Janakidevi

2

You worry that life is impossible on 'c' diet. Now I am going to live without any food-My faith in women like you will keep me living. And even if I die why worry ?

000033194

19.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09783

RAMA

2

You should become worthy of your mother as also of your father. You should prove your worth-be worthy of the love of parents and the pains that your parents take for you.

000033133

19.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09761

JANAKIBEHN

2

You seem to be afraid of dying by eating food meant for 'C' class prisoners. I would like to develop the art of living without eating. Women like you should come out to do away with distinction of untouchables and touchables. Do not be afraid of anything. Adopt quiet resignation-resigning completely to the will of God. I will not be able to write to Om, the mischievous and Madalase, the wise.

000027053

19.09.1932

08537

BHANDARI, M. G.

11126

INSPECTOR GENERAL Of PRISONS

1

Asks for confirmation of instructions given regarding letters, interview etc. during Gandhiji's fast.

000018533

19.09.1932

11041

KALIGHAT STUDENT'S CLUB

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Communicating their prayers to goddess kali desires that Himduism must be parged of untouchability.

000018531

19.09.1932

11039

TIMBER MERCHANTS ASSOCIATION

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Pladging themselves in public meeting to treat depressed classes as their own in future pray for Gandhiji's long life to save India from present degradation.

000009184

19.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01784

PARIKH, Mohan N.

1

I must have a weekly a weekly report of your study and pranks.

000021788

19.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08077

RAMESHWARDAS

2

Advises to rejoice at the impending fast which is undertaken not by him. But by Ram. If it fails Ram will be blamed and not G. If it succeeds G. does not ask for praise. G. is only a beggar.

000025042

19.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07394

KESHAV

1

Be humble but do not be cowed down.

000023359

19.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08230

SULOCHANA

1

Desires to know why Gulab Harrases her. Advises to report to Pemaben.

000027027

20.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08532

BHANDARI (Major)

1

Yes I shall see him if you permit.

000033380

20.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

Orders have been issued. We will be there where we were: If somebody wants to come and see me, let him/her do so. Tell shankarbhai, Anasuyabehn, Saraladevi and others. Prayer meeting before entering upon fast. Recitation of Gita by Mahadev; Bhajan by Revabehn. Condition of Kusum causing concern. Enclosed a letter for Punjabhai.

000026400

20.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01401

TAGORE, Rabindranath

2

Asks for blessings for the fast unto death Vs. special reference to depressed classes. Desires his firm opinion one way or other. Shows readiness for open confession if it is blunder at whatever cost. But wants blessing if approved to sustain him.

000018534

20.09.1932

00826

POLAK, H. S. L.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Inquires whether Gandhiji had complained about non publication by government of Gandhiji's terms for relinquishing fast reply:- Public statement regarding fast was sent by me to government for publication on 15th Am told it will be published now.

000018532

20.09.1932

11040

STUDENTS INSTITUTE

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Imploring Gandhiji not to fast and line to bless and guide younger generation pledges to love and serve depressed frethren.

000012760

20.09.1932

00000

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00000

"BLANK"

1

Hindi poem of "Uth Juag Musafir" by miss Raihana Tyabji.

000018505

20.09.1932

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

1

In this article Mr. D. B. Divanji deals with the question od separate electorates for the depressed and Gandhiji's impending fast an to death question.

000023073

20.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07638

HARRISON, Agatha (Miss)

1

Hopes god will guide her.

000018536

21.09.1932

00000

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00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Hindus, Sikhs, Adamki Sialkot vow removing untouchability curse. Pray relinquishing fast.

000018535

21.09.1932

11036

DAS, Govind

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Seeking to meet Gandhiji in connection with Hindi central provinces depressed class in spite of his wife's illness expects telegraphic consent and wishes success to fast ordeal.

000027052

22.09.1932

08537

BHANDARI, M. G.

08535

DOYLE

3

Mr. Gandhi is very much pleased to see Mrs. Gandhi and thanks you for considration. He desires to know if Miss slade also can be broughtover. Regarding outside medical advice Gandhiji says for the present it is not necessary.

000018538

22.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11045

MEHTA, Maganlal Pranjivan

1

Tendering advice for his Rangoon friend Dr. Pranjivan's family to divide parential suggests Maganlal or Chaganlal, Nanalal, Narandas and Sadar Vallabhbhai as trustes and guardians.

000018539

22.09.1932

10938

HOYLAND, John S.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Praying god to strenghem Gandhiji in his wonderful act of saerifice and love for the sake of untouchables wishes his great enterprise a successful conclusion.

000018537

22.09.1932

12900

 

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Heaven's sake avoid patchwork disproportioate arrogation obviating consolidation other selfish communities. Death prefarable Hindus human.

000031260

22.09.1932

13460

BUDREE

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Jokingly offers a sandwich. (This seems in connection to G's fast 20-09-1932 to 26-09-1932.

000033381

23.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

You may come with others. I am well. Satishbabu reaching Ashram tomorrow to see you.

000018541

23.09.1932

03503

BOSE, Satyanand

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Suggest:- Alternative Sapru's scheme candidates not to be declared ten constituences unless secwred half votes recorded by depressed voters.

000018542

23.09.1932

11048

ASPRUSHYATA NIVARAN SAMITI

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Asuring Gandhiji of their Resolve to wipe out untouchability and plading to secour for Harijans equal access to all place of workship and all social amenities communicates her prayers to god to grand long life to Mahatamji to see the fulfilment of his noble mission.

000018540

23.09.1932

11046

DESHMUKH (Dr.)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Untouchability by Hindu community is at the root of the fast It will go if Gandhiji lives. I appeal to Gandhiji through Vallabhbhai and Sarojini Naidu to give up fast.

000018546

23.09.1932

11053

GREER, H. L.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

what have you to tell me?

000018544

23.09.1932

11050

DADACHANDJEE

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Supplying gist of his conversation woth Baba reports "Baba is ready to hand over the key ie Jswe-Darshan at the end of 40 ays fast "With regards Gandhiji's surprise about the press silance about Baba Gandhiji is informed `A faithfull and detailed account of your talls with Baba will be published at the carliest opportunity.

000018545

23.09.1932

11052

JATEYA ANNAPURNA DEVI

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Bapuji stirred by terrible evded making effort to achieve your derest object.

000018543

23.09.1932

05635

MONA

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Extremly anxious. Wire Bengal striving almost.

000018860

23.09.1932

11254

MACRAE, Alistair

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

A Reuter correspondent submits 3 questionsin writing for immediate elucidtation for releasing to the world. Gandhiji's reply therefore accompanies. The questions and answers deal with Gandhiji fast his optimism about the conference work and special message for the British and American peoples.

000023238

23.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04900

HEMAPRABHA DEVI

1

Advises to come.

000031662

24.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

Gandhiji's encouragement to Mira- God's Grace pouring in abundance.

000033382

24.09.1932

03268

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

1

Your self-denial is worthy of you- Bapu well- You should come at least for a day. God willing, all will be well.

000033166

24.09.1932

09769

GANDHI, Manmohandas P.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Manmohan Gandhiji through this telegram expresses his happiness over mobilization of public opiniion in favour of removal of untouchability, requesting Gandhiji to reduce the period of his fast, expresses trust in bright future: Indian chamber of commerce, Calcutta, had sent a telegram to the British Prime Minister to abandon separate Electorates.

000018547

24.09.1932

11045

MEHTA, Maganlal Pranjivan

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Extremly pleased at your gaudience. I will atmost respect father's wishes. also ratubhai get shere discussing details. Chhaganbhai will wire for future gaudience earyliest. Mean while pray for long life.

000018549

24.09.1932

11056

PATTAR M. V.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

The referendum falls due to both parties considered fairly Gandhiji should allow in refraining from fast now.

000018552

24.09.1932

11059

SATYABRAT

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Satyabrat wiring from raghnathpur "Bihar Provincial Arya Samelan Patna removed untouchability 28th ultimo through Pritibhoj by sadhu Ramanandji.

000018551

24.09.1932

11058

SUNDARSING & SONS

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Inform of having thrown open their fheir bothouse to untouchables for the first time during last 20 years risking orthodex customers seek blessing Reply:-congratulation. Hope your example will be infectious.

000018550

24.09.1932

11057

NARANG GOCULCHAND

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Wirring Punjabi Hindus difficult with regards their representation depressed will have seats reserved if hindu repressentation raised to 29 p.c. As warranted by population.

000018548

24.09.1932

11054

DAS, BHAGIRATH C.H.

04466

MALAVIYA

2

Wiring Punjabi Hindus difficulti with regards their representaion request either to leave Punjab entirely alone or stipulate that depressed will have seats reserved if hindu representation raised to 29 pc as warreanted by population

000023239

24.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04900

HEMAPRABHA DEVI

1

Advises not to come.

000027097

24.09.1932

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1

News that Gandhiji has won and that agreement is reached between caste Hindus and untouchbles and that British is to withdraw communal award.

000018854

24.09.1932

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1

A List of persons to interview Gandhiji on a particular day.

000018553

24.09.1932

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000030657

24.09.1932

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Agreement between the leaders of the depressed classes and those of the Hindu community regarding the walfare of the depressed classes.

000025039

25.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08391

PATEL, Vimalaben Anand

1

Fasting by Gandhiji in cuase of removal of untouchability was the only weapon left to him as he was in prison.

000021568

25.09.1932

06404

TYABJI, Raihana (Miss)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Sends a devotional sorry on the eve of end of the fast pours out her heartfelt devotion proposes to arrange a dance with her sisters and others keeping Gandhiji in the centre suggests to Mahadevbhai & Sardar also to Join Quotes the Dance song."EHO BAN THAN KAR AYAI JASOD BAN THAN KAR AAYI

000018868

25.09.1932

04900

HEMAPRABHA DEVI

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

In reply to Gandhiji's letter supplies news of her health and progress of work conducted under her supervision.

000018557

25.09.1932

11060

HOUSEMAN, Lawrence

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Housman Friends of India cabling news of big meeting 27th explaining sympathising fast. Andrews Muriel Lester speaking Brockway chairing Cable message your attitude Any appeal British poblic.

000018558

25.09.1932

11061

MENON, ELWIN, ALEXANDER

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Elwans, Meuss, Alexanders wired from Birmigham " Lopve Never Fails."

000018556

25.09.1932

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1

Copy of a bill for the Assembly presenting objects and reasous.

000018867

25.09.1932

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4

Draft copy of the pact resulting from the conference following Gandhiji's aban donment of fast and presented for the acceptance of touchables and untouchables

000018555

25.09.1932

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1

Copy of a resolution unonimously passed by the Leaders comference held at Bombay in comection with removal of untouchability.

000018554

25.09.1932

00394

ANDREWS, C. F.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Thank god Agreement reached Doing everthing possible here . My dearest love and prayers reply:- Wonderful mania througout India is a modern miracle Gurudev has been a lover strenghth. At perfect peace No conditional aeceptance of settlement will warrant breaking fast.

000024398

26.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08340

KRISHNACHANDRA

2

A man of faith never approches an astrologer. Predictions are mere predictions. so personal efforts should be depended upon. Dates, grapes etc. Can be substitued by Molasses, but it is not so beneficial.

000031663

26.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

1

Gandhiji's fast broken.

000012758

26.09.1932

00766

GIRDHARILAL

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

7

Lengthy wire of congratulations and well-wishes on the occasion of epoch making fast of 1932 in Yeravda jail containing request to dissuade ailing kamala Nehru form resuming public duties.

000033148

26.09.1932

09764

LALBHAI, KASTURBHAI

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

I wanted to come to see you during the fast that you had started. but I could not do so on account of my mother's serious illlness. I hope you have ended your fast by now. My regards to Vallabhbhai and Mahadevbhai.

000018560

26.09.1932

11063

HINDU SAMAJ KRISNAGAR

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Hindu Samaj of Krisnagar wiring Abandonment of untouchability and requesting to abandon fast wish him a long life.

000027096

26.09.1932

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1

News of the successful end of Gandhiji's fast and happy agreement between caste Hindus and untouchables. Joy at the happy gesture:

000027093

26.09.1932

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1

Happy news of agreement and Gandhiji's assurance to protect rights of untouchables with his life and its efforts.

000027094

26.09.1932

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1

Account of the condition of untouchables impact of Buddhism Gandhiji's offer of his fight compared with Lincoln's fight against slavery and comparison of their dresses also. The quality of a man's soul cannot be judged by the government that covers his body.

000012759

26.09.1932

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2

A Hindi poem ?? 'Gandhi' in praise of Gandhiji.

000025622

27.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08421

DOYLE (Col.)

2

I have made it clear that facilities regarding interviews, letters etc. to carry on the Harijan work will have to be given.

000031664

27.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

1

Gandhiji informs the breaking of his fast in the presnece of Gurudev Tagore:

000009579

27.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01808

TYABJI, Abbas S.

1

Your nervousness betrays want of faith. Am flourishing on orange, grapes.

000027099

27.09.1932

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1

News that orthodox chiefs agree to ban untouchability that. British Cabinet shelves communal award and back new plan. Gandhiji's fresh threat to Hindus to implement the fact shows his security.

000018561

27.09.1932

00000

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4

Message by Rabindranath Tagore of Gandhiji's birthday appeling his countrymen to caste off untouchability and thus make the great achievement still greater through Gandhiji's penance.

000027060

27.09.1932

00000

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1

Invitation Card to Gandhiji and his goat ?

000022353

27.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08077

RAMESHWARDAS

1

Informs G. is repidlly recovering.

000031665

28.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

1

Gandhiji takes plenty of fruits to regain strength. Gandhiji worried about the news from Orissa and Malabar.

000018562

28.09.1932

11064

MOHANLAL (Dr.)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Apprises Gandhiji of demonstrative latrine dearing by caste hindus and solicits approval and opinion Reply:- Such dearing by caste hindus side by side Sweepers likely to be good if absolutly sincere and true spirit understood by sweeper brothers.

000018564

28.09.1932

11065

DOROTHY (Miss)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

Forwarding $ 1/as subscription for young India and gift for Gandhiji's birthday supplies account of the London Friends meeting and narrates how she has profited by reading `father India' and Gandhiji's look on Brahmacharya & got rid of an evil sex habit.

000022403

28.09.1932

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Original of 18563

000027089

28.09.1932

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1

Successful end of Gandhiji's fast unto death is described as a first success for removel of untouchability. Then description of Yaravada Jail, with Gandhi and Tagore with their characteristics is given here sitting side by side. The idea of movement for opinion of schools and temples is also given.

000018563

28.09.1932

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1

As a supplement to his appeal to caste Hindus Gandhiji says through Rajbhoj that Harijans should understand the motive of his appeal and strine to be clean abstain from lignors etc and get rid of all social evils.

000025623

29.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08418

BHANDARI (Major)

2

Goct.'s decision to remove people who attended me during fast is illtimed as I am still a convalescent. However that I shall tolerate. I cannot submit to stopping correspondence and interviews necessary for Harijan work.

000033384

29.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

1

I am eager to write to everybody. I should be well within 2-3 days. Took some fruits in the morning and wrote a few important letter. You must have learnt about the sad demise of Trivedi's sister-in-law in an accident.

000031666

29.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

1

Gandhiji takes lots of fruits, oranges and grape juice. Weight increased. Romain Rolland's cable- Mira's message to Gurudev- Kasturba forgot her worries. Miseries of the outcastes.

000018567

29.09.1932

11068

ANSARI (Dr.) AND SHERVANI

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Wiring heartiest congratulations for victoory of soul foce and praying for speedy recovery complete health urge to utilige favourable opportunity in cementing Hindu Muslim and Sikh unity on national lines Reply-Anticipated by issuing such an appeal.

000018570

29.09.1932

11071

ARYA PAROH KARINI SABHA

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Arya Paropakarini Sabha wiring congratulation on the tremendous success request to transmit some leader of both parties.

000018569

29.09.1932

11070

PRETORIA BRANCH CONGRESS

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Congratulates Gandhiji upon victory over the electroal question of untouchables as well as on his 64th birthday.

000022396

29.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07626

RAJBHOJ, P. N.

3

Asserts that though a touchable by birth he is an untouchable by choice. Makes it clear that his fast has reference only to separate electorates and not reservation of seats though he does not favour it and may aGitate to get it removed.

000029539

30.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08744

WEST, Ada (Devi) (Miss)

1

Says His (G's) fast was God's will proves the events followed.

000027889

30.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08608

BARR, F. Mary (Miss)

2

Thanks for the I am ever prayerful.

000030585

30.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08820

MAN MOHANDAS

2

(1) advises to Serve directly by keeping a Harijan child or adult at home. (2) Expresses gladness at his book being translated.

000031667

30.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

4

Gandhiji takes fruit-juice and vegetables- gaining weight. Results of the fast- It was God's doing.

000018566

30.09.1932

02572

ROY, Motilal

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Seek Gandhiji's blessings for his intended vernacular publication of Gandhiji's life mission including special reference to historic event Reply `fast week manifestation was sure sign. God's hand in it.

000018573

30.09.1932

11074

FRIENDS OF INDIA IN DENMARK

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Friends of India in Denmark and Norway send their gretings and wish for freedom for India.

000009580

30.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01808

TYABJI, Abbas S.

2

Your faith was great and events have justified it. Good you did not run down to me as many did. The prophecy and presentiment of Mrs. Abbas has come true. My worm congratulations to her. I am flourishing on milk and fruit.

000012151

30.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02837

CHOKSI, NAJUKLAL

1

Have been, so to say, reborn. God is my guide.

000027086

30.09.1932

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1

The newspaper considers that Gandhiji's threat of hunger will hinder rather than help India's cause.

000027104

30.09.1932

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1

His sincerity and British statesmenship averted a crisis. Gandhiji's sacrifice is not in vain.

000027081

30.09.1932

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1

Chicago Daily Tribune flashes news of Gandhiji's proposed fast unto death against communal electorates.

000027098

30.09.1932

00000

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1

Agreement between Hindus and untouchables and withdrawl of communal award by Britain has enchanced Gandhiji's prestige which was lost as he could not achieve Hindu Muslim unity in the R. T. C. He is unlike Stalin or Mussolini by force of his peronality through truth and self sacrifice.

000023074

30.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07638

HARRISON, Agatha (Miss)

2

Conveys personal news.

000023030

30.09.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07568

ALEXANDER, Horace G.

2

Conveys news and thanks.

000028660

01.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08682

BHAU

2

No food is good or bad. It all depends upon how the body reacts. Try and find out what suits you.

000009686

01.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01274

TYABJI, Raihana (Miss)

1

Yours was very good. In future if need arises. I shall demand one of your own composition.

000018568

01.10.1932

11069

RAMASESHAN TATAPURAM

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Prays for Gandhiji's message to cochinites on Birthday occassion Reply:- Concentrate on removal untouchability invisibility unapproachability.

000021583

01.10.1932

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4

Printed copy of "A Rationalist view of untouchability in India" by Pramath Nath Bose Ranchi.

000019997

01.10.1932

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4

Extract from the 'Modern Review' of its notes on "The Poona pact".

000021586

01.10.1932

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3

Pamphlet signed by Keshav Prasad Mishra and published by the Indian varnashrama swaraj Sangh Supplying information about the Guruvayoor Temple.

000021590

01.10.1932

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9

A Maharastriya writer of Chikalwadi vidyashala gives outlines of a scheme for removal of untouchability.

000021627

01.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08017

MAN MOHAN DAS

1

Advises to keep in the house an untouchable child or adult and thus help the cause.

000029389

02.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08726

ICHCHHA, HARI

2

Pratice is required for neatness in hand writing. Remember your pledge not remain idle. I am regaining strength after fast.

000033083

02.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09743

GANDHI, Kashi Chhaganlal

1

You sent a saparate letter. Hence this separate reply to you. Prabhudas has good company and hence, you need not worry about him.

000033772

02.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09802

JAMNA

2

Expenditure of Rs. 125/- for three months is not much. I had the curiosity to know about it. Everybody should cultivate the habit of keeping an account of the expenses. Nothing belongs to us. Everything belongs to God. We should use money and things sparingly. Do engage a servant if you cannot do without her.

000033385

02.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

Recovering slowly from weakness caused by fast. Gandhiji's diet : milk, oranges, lemons, tomatoes, etc, Weight increased from 93 1/2 lbs to 100 lbs. Had real peace of mind during days of fast. The experience itself cannot be fully expressed in words.

000031112

02.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10546

BUCH, PURATANBHAI

2

Comparing himself with Arjuna who seeks Krishna's guidance says Krishna himself aroused him (G) & asked not to miss the opportunity. Feels Fasting can be a peak of non-violence & therefore has a place in Hindu penance (Tap) says the above comparision is just to show that it (fast) was not out of illusion.

000028726

02.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10489

THAKKAR, Mahalaxmi Madhavji

2

Let the incident teach you not to undertake a vow without mature consideration. See if the children can be kept in the Ashram.

000032864

02.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00416

GANDHI, Chhaganlal K.

2

Gandhiji keeping better health. Hence attending to Ashram correspondence. It is good Chhaganlal is blessed with patience. Kasturba comes here every day to spend her day time here:

000018571

02.10.1932

11072

KULKARNI, TUKDEV JOTI

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

A youth trained under KAka Saheb Kalelkar apprising gnadhiji of his interest in Ishavashyopanished encloses a sample of its Marathi version with request to grant darshan during his fortnightly interviws with friends.

000018572

02.10.1932

11073

NARAYAN SWAMI

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

President Sarvadeshik Arya Pratinidhi Sabha of Delhi wiring 64th Birthday greetings assures that removal of untouchability being life long programme of Arya Samaj will have forth be followed with great vigoar.

000009185

02.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01784

PARIKH, Mohan N.

1

Bravo ! Fasting with Banana and milk ! Is milk a fruit ?

000023309

02.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04900

HEMAPRABHA DEVI

2

Informs about his health and inquires about them.

000027415

02.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02721

JOSHI, Chhaganlal Nathubhai

2

I appreciate your restraint in not coming here Let me know the effects of my fast for the Harijan cause.

000033771

02.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

"BLANK"

1

I had reaeived your letter. The matter regarding fast has now become old. We should continue to do our duty.

000024582

02.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07796

SHARMA, Sohanlal

2

No hurry to fast, Better work.

000028043

02.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07884

PADMA

2

Proper account must be maintained and rendered promptly.

000028642

03.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08682

BHAU

1

This takes time to come So insist upon truth only,

000025831

03.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01793

SHANTA

1

Write what you wish- Let Sardar crack his jokes.

000028142

03.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07830

MAITRI

1

Let we know what have you learnt.

000023345

03.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08229

GULAB CHOKSI

1

Advises to learn Carding.

000018577

04.10.1932

11078

GODEN, Beurve

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

 

000027075

04.10.1932

00000

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1

An article giving details about fasts by Mac Seviney and Miss Pankhurts.

000023031

04.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07568

ALEXANDER, Horace G.

1

Conveys news and thanks for sympathy during the fast.

000026975

05.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08527

MAHMUD, Syed (Dr.)

2

Thanks for the fruits. How I wish my efforts may bring unity among all.

000029538

05.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08744

WEST, Ada (Devi) (Miss)

2

re: his fast says None previous was such joy giving. Jokingly says Poor Manilal coming to see me dying will be disappointed.

000030671

05.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03252

FRIENDS

1

Says my (G's) writting are published in book from Contact Dr. Halmes of community church New York for more information.

000021756

05.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

"BLANK"

1

Swami Dayanand's memory can be kept green by every follower doing work of Harijan uplift.

000023075

05.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07638

HARRISON, Agatha (Miss)

1

I gave you all an anxious time but it was Gods wish.

000025624

06.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08421

DOYLE (Col.)

2

Reminding to previous letter (25623) desires early reply especially regarding Gandhiji's telegram to Zammoun.

000026344

06.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08476

RAMJEE RAO, V.

2

I wish Andhra will work for the Harijan cause.

000031668

06.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

6

Pain in left elbow. Incerase in milk quota and dates- Gandhiji's instruction to Mira about salt in take and nature cure exercise. References to Kisan Narandas Gandhi, Mahadevbhai, Gurudev and friends from abroad.

000031255

06.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11454

PARMAR DAHYABHAI

2

Copy of S. N. 31249.

000018581

06.10.1932

11082

TYABJI, Raihana (Miss)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Oh Bapu how to hail you? I am full of hapiness. I pray I may be able to send a Bhajan Befitting the occasion news of well being of family members and expression of love ad devotion poetically.

000031249

06.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04956

DAHYABHAI

2

advises not to think of suicide & keep courage.

000027241

08.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08557

JOSHI, Ramaben C.

2

Do write to me. Inquires about children.

000028727

08.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10489

THAKKAR, Mahalaxmi Madhavji

2

Prescribes diet.

000032985

08.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01535

GANDHI, Prabhudas

2

You must have been getting news about me. I had received a letter from Badridutt even before I got your letter. I have sent a telegram and written a letter also. I am sorry about Devkinandan. I am working on "Gandiv Charakha" at the moment. There is less labour and more speed of work. Ask Hemi to write to me.

000018579

08.10.1932

06375

SALT, Henry S.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Recalling the meeting with Gandhiji in London expressed his feelings about vegetarianism saying that food reform like socialism has an essential part to play in the liberation of maukind. Reply one rarely finds people outside India recognising non-human beings as fellow beings.

000018582

08.10.1932

11082

TYABJI, Raihana (Miss)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

 

000027416

08.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02721

JOSHI, Chhaganlal Nathubhai

2

Act as your conscience dictates but see that you observe the vow that you take.

000025190

08.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

2

Inquires about health as well as of others and desires her to maintain her health.

000009447

08.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01798

MENTA BABALBAHI

1

I am fully restored. Use every moment properly.

000021845

08.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08087

BHATT, Mohanlal

1

Inter-dinning and inter-marrying are not necessary to remove untouchability, though they may not be deprecated also the movement is to show that an untouchable also is a human being and should therefore be so treated.

000021871

08.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

1

Conveys personal News.

000023905

09.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08274

TAGORE, Rabindranath

2

Hopes the unity will be achieved. Informs that his (Tagore's) sermon to the villagers was translated by Mahadevbhai Desai.

000028643

09.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08682

BHAU

2

Thereis nothing wrong in restoring to physical remedies to cure bodily ailements. I would suggest a change.

000026978

09.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08527

MAHMUD, Syed (Dr.)

2

I do pray God gives me light and power to all of you to work for it. It will be a grand day when that will be done.

000033386

09.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

Bhau, suffering from constipation, may be sent to Rajkot.- Perhaps, Rajkot water would suit him, just as in the case of Purushottam- Kusum's health a causes concern.- I am well - ? Taking enough milk and fruits. Spinning continues - no cause for anxiety. I was told you too had given up so many things during my fast.I hope it has not told on your health. Where is elder Kusum kept ? Discussion regarding use of primus stove- Enquiry about Qureshi's health, Amina. Kasturba is allowed to stay with me during day.

000026399

09.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01401

TAGORE, Rabindranath

2

I do hope I may get light to work for communal unity.

000018580

09.10.1932

07718

VAGHELA KIKABHAI LAVJIBHAI

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

Apprising Gandhiji of some what bettering condition of Harijans after Epic fast yet disabilities and hesitation on part of caste hindus still prevailing even in big cities like Ahmedabad, Bombay with regards use to Temples, Schools, Hospitals and such other public places.

000029390

10.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08726

ICHCHHA, HARI

2

Thought I forgot to write to Raihana, I am writing her today. She needs no intorduction.

000009668

10.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01274

TYABJI, Raihana (Miss)

2

Introduction of Hari-itchchha the niece of Desai Vaiji' who went on a visit to Abbas family after marriage and could not be recognised.

000009669

10.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01274

TYABJI, Raihana (Miss)

1

Very clever ! so you want me to go on a fast; so that I can hear you bhajan !! You bhajan 'Uth Jag Mushafir' sustained me; and I feel I am already hearing it outside the jail.

000026562

11.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08493

GANDHI, Sushila

2

So; you feel ill the moment you landed in India. do get well soon.

000031084

11.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08922

RUKMINIBEN

1

Asks to recover from illness first & then receive G's congratulations for her getting a silver medal for singing.

000031669

12.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

Enquiry about Mira's studies.- Manilal and Sushila though risk, have come from S. Africa to see Gandhiji.- Reference to Princess Aristarche.

000009480

12.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09438

DESAI, Narayan

1

There is a complaint against you that you are excessively playful. Play while you play and work while it is time to work. And don't harass or annoy anybody buy your play.

000033151

12.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09764

LALBHAI, KASTURBHAI

1

It is good you remembered me. I am regaining my health. I hope your mothr is doing well now.

000018583

12.10.1932

00790

RAJAGOPALACHARI, C.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Advances arguments to show unreasonableness of the name "Anti-untouchability League" or " Servants of untouchables society'" himself suggesting "Untouchability A bolition League.

000021872

12.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

2

Congratulates on her recovery though slow, advises to rest satisfied with letters when meetings are not possible, suggests not get her womb removed unless absolutely necessary as G. has not much faith in the success of operations and would rather depend more on natural treatment.

000023346

12.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08229

GULAB CHOKSI

1

Advises to improve hand writing. Approves of the habit of standing up then feeling sleepy.

000028524

13.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08662

DESAI, RASIK SINDERJI.

1

Inquires about health,

000023310

13.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04900

HEMAPRABHA DEVI

2

Desires not to hurry about Harijan work, and that all should first maintain health.

000022718

13.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

06651

THAKKAR, Amritlal V.

1

Informs that he is not yet allowed to write about untouchability.

000031281

13.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08091

LILAVATI

2

(1) Suggests re: her taking up some serving work. (2) advises to write with ink etc.

000028728

14.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10489

THAKKAR, Mahalaxmi Madhavji

4

Bangles hair etc. may be retained if merely for custom and if they do not obstruct your progress. But if they do it is your duty to give them up and for that taking of vow is necessary. The same regarding children. Bring them to the Ashram and stay there for them.

000009334

14.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01789

PANDIT, Vasumati Dhimatram

2

You must find time to write to me. Harijan work is the best but if it affects your original vow it should be left aside.

000018584

14.10.1932

00394

ANDREWS, C. F.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Inspired by Gandhiji's penance for the removal of untouchability expresses deter mination to dedicate himself to the cause of removing untouchability from his own country and his own Christian religion.

000031085

15.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08922

RUKMINIBEN

1

Asks to write her exact address in letters Gives his (G's) health news. Gives Ba's programme & Radha's news.

000033387

15.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

6

Champa seems to be seriously ill. She may be allowed to spend more if necessary for treatment. How many Ashramites are engaged in the work of removal of untouchabililty and in what way and where ? The main purpose of Ashram life is removal of untouchability and spread of Khadi.- All Ashramites should be engaged in these things. Vinobas's suggestions, most welcome.- Reference to Taragouri Trivedi's death by burning. Discussion regarding life and death. Reference to leather for chappal soles. Reference to Kusum and Dhiru ; to Manjula and Kana. Gandhiji's diet: His experiments about lemon and jawar. Reference to Prabhashankar's letter. Reference to Ratilal, Ramji and Amina.

000018585

15.10.1932

11083

DIVETIA NARSIHRAO BHOLANATH

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

expressing feelings of happiness and good fortune on recipt of Gandhiji's consoling letter for the sad demise of his daughter Mis. Divetia the well known Gujarati Poet-critic instead of thanking him intimates resolve to treat the letter as a precious trea

000023360

15.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08230

SULOCHANA

1

Advises first to consult premabehan.

000018586

16.10.1932

11083

DIVETIA NARSIHRAO BHOLANATH

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Request Gandhiji to pray on 18th at 8-30 that being the 10th day after his daughter's demise not for her peace but for that of those left behind.

000018587

17.10.1932

07859

POLAK, H. S. L.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

2

Appreciating Mahadev's letter from prison expresses feelings of relief at Bapu's rapid restoration to strength and wonders for the closest secrecy kept up to the date of publication of the corespondence.

000026563

17.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00660

GANDHI, Manilal

2

Come with Sushila if she can and with Seeta.

000018588

17.10.1932

11084

ROCKMAN, Ruth

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

A Swedish admirer thanks him for giving the world a very much needed example of unselfish love with a sincere desire that the god of love may lead the righteous cause to victory.

000018589

17.10.1932

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

1

Press not no 2 by All India Anti-untoushability League in which general secretary A. V> Thakkar suggests formation of provincial Boards etc.

000025625

18.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08422

HUDSON

3

Your threat to cancel interviews was offensive for, I have never gone beyond jail regulations. Please get clear orders of Government to allow me a free hand to work for the Harijan cause.

000031670

19.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

4

Gandhiji's comment on Mira's mention of criminals as her companions.- In subtle sense, each one is a criminal.

000026029

19.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

3

Duplicate of 24399 E S G 39

000024399

19.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08340

KRISHNACHANDRA

3

REgarding fate and personal exploits, PURUSHARTH faults and their effects on bodies spinning wheels and hand looms Olive oil and sesamum oil, medicinal drugs Vs. nature treatments, Devdas' marriage question, marriage and spiritual realization.

000029471

19.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08660

KHAMBHATA, Bahramji Naoroji

3

I have almost regained my past strength and resumed my past functions. I dont know what is bluebrain. I do not want to call Shri Mehta daily during my fast because I do have some experience of my body as I have fasted oftentimes.

000024400

20.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08340

KRISHNACHANDRA

2

Solving his doubts Gandhiji puts stress on personal valour i. e. PURUSHARTH and Celibacy No scope for a true celebate to think of sensual appetites.

000026028

20.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

2

Duplicate of 24400 E S G 40

000022588

20.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00394

ANDREWS, C. F.

1

Expresses satisfaction at dicisions taken and gives out that a fast unto death may be necessary to completely removal untouchability.

000018590

20.10.1932

11090

SATAVLEKER S. D. ?

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

17

Criticging the interpretation of Mantras quoted in the article by Pandit Mahaendra Mishra in the `Vedanak ' of `Ganga' magagine Pandit Satavlekerji proves that killing leasts and eating fulsh are now here sanctioned by vedas

000018591

20.10.1932

05541

BIRLA, G. D.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

Intimating Gandhiji about his illness and progress made by the All India untouchability League states "The enthusiasm created by your fast is gradually waning and therefore we are getting some difficulties in collecting funds "Some people favour mere propagtanda but I am for constructive work.

000022416

20.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08123

KULKARNI, Narayan

3

Honey in hot water is not harmful that is Gandhiji's experience though Vaidyas do not prescribe it. Gandhiji complains, our Vaidyas merely depend upon what us written in books and do not care to understand or experiment.

000023361

20.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08230

SULOCHANA

1

Approves of the improvement in her handwriting.

000023347

20.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08229

GULAB CHOKSI

1

Advises to consult Premaben as to how the earth came into existence.

000027890

21.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08608

BARR, F. Mary (Miss)

4

I am not a workshipper of idols but I do not mind if others are for everyone has his own notion of God though God is without attributes.

000026564

21.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00660

GANDHI, Manilal

1

Let Sushila have complete treatment in the hospital.

000029427

21.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02888

PARASRAMIJI

1

Queries regarding family members.

000009186

21.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01784

PARIKH, Mohan N.

1

Hope you are now quite well. Why not join Anandi ?

000025043

21.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07394

KESHAV

2

If we feel repentent for some wrong done by us that should be enough. Do your duty without expectation.

000023311

22.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04900

HEMAPRABHA DEVI

2

Feels sorry that enough khadi was not sold during the puja Holidays Advises to consult Ghanshyamdas and to maintain her health.

000021873

22.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

2

Advises to take sitz both if hip bath is not convenient to work beyond Capacity.

000028644

23.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08682

BHAU

4

Prescribes diet, baths, fast etc. to cure constipation and advises not to leave Ashram on this ground.

000027878

23.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08607

PARIKH, Maniben

2

Mohan will be alright.Do not worry for him and also an arrest by Narahari.

000027242

23.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08557

JOSHI, Ramaben C.

2

Hope you are not upset by Chhaganlal's going Inquires about children.

000033389

23.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

6

Ghelabhai's telegram about Punjabhai's death- Who is this Ghelabhhai ? Reference to letter to Champa.- Reference to Jamna, staying at Rajkot.- Reference to Mohan's illness and recovery; also to illness of Kusum, Navin, Dhiru and Manju. causing concern. Letter to Bhau. where was Joshi arrested ? and where is he at present ? Reference to Ananadi. Getting letters regularly from Mirabehn. Narandas's note on primus stove. Letter to Prabhudas. He should remain within the budgetray limits. Manilal and Devdas can come at any time. Diet remains the same.

000018592

23.10.1932

07445

THAKKAR, Amritlal V.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Referring to 18591 and 18592-A requests Gandhiji to express his opinion especially as Mr. Ambalal told him personally that he would accept Gandhiji's advice.

000033920

23.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

"BLANK"

8

Punjabhai had been an Ashramite from the founding fo the Ashram. Wedded to truth and service to society- Selflessness; stood by the side of Ashram in all its vicissitudes.- was of great help to the Ashram throughout his life.

000021684

23.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08038

VITTHALDAS, Premila (Lady)

2

Requests not to send anything unless asked for. Suggests obtaining Ahimsak (Non jangli) honey, if possible.

000028044

23.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07884

PADMA

2

Handwriting need improvement. Do improve your body etc. etc.

000025626

24.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08421

DOYLE (Col.)

1

If I am not permitted to meet whom I want to and publish what I want to in the cause of Harijans I shall non co operate with government and shall take only "C" class diet till my body bears it. I also wish to make it clear that what has appeared in the press regarding refusal to allow Shaukat Ali to see me was not given out from my side.

000029472

24.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08660

KHAMBHATA, Bahramji Naoroji

2

It is not that I do not like to be examined by Mr. Mehta. But special permission is necessary for this which.I fear may be rejected. So I don't apply for the same. in spite of my self restraint, I agree with him that there is disease somewhere in me.

000031086

24.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08922

RUKMINIBEN

1

Asks to shine herself & her new family (in law's) which is very famous in Benaras due to its noble charecter. Asks to continue her sitar (a musical instrument) practice. (2) Suggests to take lime juice with salt in hot water every two hours for cough.

000026565

25.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00660

GANDHI, Manilal

2

Come when you can. Bring Sushila etc. Tour Madras soon. Report of your interview in the press is not correct.

000031671

26.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

6

Gandhiji's comments on Quran. Fruits, Vegetables and milk as regular diet. Gandhiji mentions about his impatient love seven years ago. Reference to Shanti Chinese man, Devdas Pyarelal and others.

000025518

26.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08407

ASAR, Mathuradas Purushottam

6

Our aim should be to improve the yarn and find out men and implements to weave fine yarn. Carrying on experiments disinterestedly is the real Yagna Thanks for your remarks on our yarn.

000025940

27.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08462

MODI, TARABEN

2

If you have to ask anything in particular write to me again, otherwise my previous writings and letters will give much.

000018593

27.10.1932

11088

MENON, U. Gopala

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

8

President of All Kerala Anti-Untouchability Committee giving edea of Kerala work in the field of requirements to further the work and change created in the mass mentality by Bapu's penance sues for a message strength ening spirit of non-violence in thought word and deed.

000018594

27.10.1932

11089

RAJA MANAVEDAN

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Acknowledging receipts of Gandhiji's letter and telegram states that matter was receiving his atteution.

000009335

27.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01789

PANDIT, Vasumati Dhimatram

4

You cannot escape the responsibility by saying that only a Mahatma can keep account of every minute. One must do his own duty however inferior to that of others. Going out for health is no breach of faith. To remain confine within Ashram premises is the best course, but that cannot be compulsory for all. Those who find it suitable and possible may adopt it.

000022413

27.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08121

SITARAMJI

1

Fixes time and date of interview.

000021874

27.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

2

Feels happy that she learns Hindi G. does not feel one day's fast is a thing to worry about unless it is on health grounds Advises to talk over with Narandas Desires to know what happend to Dr. Sharma's intention to come to the Ashram.

000018595

28.10.1932

11090

SATAVLEKER S. D. ?

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

Suppling health news and supplementing his views on Ahimsa in Vedas points out authentically that the therms signifying name of animals in the Vedic Mantnas are virtually names of hearts and various processes of Yoga. Vedas forbid animal killing altogether Requests for an article in `Shivaji'.

000029428

28.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02888

PARASRAMIJI

1

Those who repent do not give temptation to others. They do so for their self purification. The desireability of community dinners depends upon circumstances.

000027092

28.10.1932

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

1

Extract from "My weekly Reader" Vol 9 no. 7 on Gandhiji's 63rd Birthday gives account of his dress name work and work for untouchables especially his fast vs. Separates electorates for depressed classes.

000033390

29.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

6

Enquiry about Mohan- Letter to Balabhadra to behanded over to him without reading.- He gets angry when other boys make fun of him. He is slightly foolish and to be treated accordingly. Ratilal's letter written in anger.- Reference to Manilal. Let Navin go to Almora. Reference to Tilakam and his health : his diet. If a non-vegetarian gives up mutton if should be replaced by milk. I have written to Jamna about primus stove. Reference to letter to Jethalal, to Purushottams's health. Gandhiji's right elbow also giving pain. No cause for anxiety. Giving rest to right hand - Good wishes to Ashramites on the occasion of new year's Day. Let all Ashramities develop high character.

000018872

30.10.1932

10539

CHURCHILL, Winston S.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

2

Reviving memories of knights bridge company tries to sooth feelings, "Do not be disappointed with our people, we suffer from the fast that we have no Gandhiji here: We cling desperately to power because there is no light."

000018597

30.10.1932

11092

PODDAR, Hanuman Prasad

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

9

Editor of the `Kalyan' who was treted as one of family members by Gandhiji realiging Denger points in the over-enthesiastic Anti-untouchability demonstrations implores Gandhiji to put timely cheeks on the same. Gandhiji's own sentences from Navajivan are quoted in the body of the letter for enhancing value of his aregments.

000018596

30.10.1932

11091

MUKERJI, BHUDEV

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

Displaying oversion to the ways of working by Gandhiji's followers in the field of untouchability fears that Hindu civiligation will be ruined " To leval is not to eqnalise".

000021759

30.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08069

NAMBIAR

1

Press propaganda has a value but substantial results are obtained only by solid work.

000023362

30.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08230

SULOCHANA

1

Desires her to write about her activities.

000021685

30.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08038

VITTHALDAS, Premila (Lady)

1

Wishes a happy New Year.

000023348

30.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08229

GULAB CHOKSI

1

Asks to improve her handwriting.

000026030

31.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

Duplicate of 24401 E S G 41

000024401

31.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08340

KRISHNACHANDRA

1

Who can ascertain his own fate ? Astrologer should never be listened to. Fate or no fate, self efforts should never be deserted. Spinning can be learnt even singly.

000025616

31.10.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08418

BHANDARI (Major)

3

If you cannot meet my demand I propose to start a semi fast. I would also request you to publish our correspondence.

000027072

31.10.1932

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

1

A cartoon in which it is suggested that the Viceroy should go on hunger strike to force Gandhiji to admit the New constitutuion as touchable.

000027039

01.11.1932

08536

DOYLE I. G.

08532

BHANDARI (Major)

2

I shall phone you to night and send orders concerning Gandhi M. K.

000032813

01.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01686

ANASUYABEN

1

Gandhiji enquires about the health of Anasuyabehn, of Shankerlal, of Indu. He asks Anasuyabehn to send his remembrances to Punjabhai. Also, wishes that the New Year make our life purer.

000018599

01.11.1932

11093

LEONARD

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Evinces joy on recipt of another letter from Gandhiji intimates about varrier's being on his way back to India in order to serve the gonds.

000018600

01.11.1932

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

1

Proclamation of Bhor State eredicating untouchability from public places like schools, courts, offices, polic-stations and inns or Dharma Shalas in the state.

000021587

01.11.1932

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

6

One "K" dealing with Zamorin's attitude towards Guruvayoor Question, submits his view points about Gandhiji's and Kelappan's fasts in Connection with the question.

000028645

02.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08682

BHAU

1

Instructions regarding diet at the end of the fast.

000025627

02.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08418

BHANDARI (Major)

1

enclosing p. 25628 to be sent as express wire:

000025628

02.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08418

BHANDARI (Major)

4

Regret delay in delivery of letter regarding fast. In view of your assurance and suggestion I have suspended restriction on diet but if relief is not given I shall stop food altogether. Anti-Untouchability compaign to influence millions requires full & unfettered facilities for correspondence without ban of publication. Otherwise I have no alternative.

000028445

02.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08648

MEHER TULSI

1

You write after long time and even then do not say anything about your work.

000024828

02.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08364

MADANMOHAN

1

Do let me know what the doctor says about your ailment. How is Balkobaji ?

000033391

02.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

Bhau's fast must have ended by now. Either you or Bhau should write details about it. Manilal, Sushila, Surendra and Sita came to see me. Please decide about Kusum early. Treatment suggested for Kasturba- Atophan tabloid and Belladonna plaster.

000024659

02.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00713

BAJAJ, Jamnalal

2

Awaiting news about your ear trouble. Suggests change in diet.

000018601

02.11.1932

11094

REHMAN, Habibur

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

A professor of sankrit submits his doubts srising from reading `Anasakti Yoga' about Gandhiji's inference of Mahabharat war incident being more metaphorical and about the stand taken by Gandhiji on the issue of separate or joint electorate for the defressed.

000025044

02.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07394

KESHAV

1

We should try to improve our wrong nations which we inherit from our surroundings.

000028045

02.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07884

PADMA

2

Your first duty is to improve your health. Spinning can therefore be kept aside. Real love and universal love do not mean different things.

000023364

02.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08230

SULOCHANA

1

Advises to consult Prmabehn (about the problem) without reserve; either orally or by writing.

000023363

02.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08231

BHIKHIBEN

1

Asks for details about her correspondent.

000023349

02.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08229

GULAB CHOKSI

1

Asks about her speed in spinning.

000027038

03.11.1932

08535

DOYLE

08532

BHANDARI (Major)

1

Communicate orders and let me know the reaction.

000033762

03.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09802

JAMNA

2

It was good that you went to Bombay. If you keep good health there, do not be in a hurry to return. My blessings to Kalyandas, Dharamdas, premkunvar and others.

000031672

03.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

4

Taking fruits as food. All food to be taken as medicines. References to Books on the Prophet and Islam. Reference to Kisan and about her bad hand writing. Gandhiji's comments on such great teachers.

000025629

03.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10429

HOME SECRETARY, GOVT. OF INDIA

2

Grateful for giving all facilities regarding untouchability undertakes to upkeep the trust.

000018602

03.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11024

MENON, Gopala

2

Gandhiji advises not to difficulties, not to be uncharitable towards the orthodox the Zamorin. Whatever heppens the people who are for the reform must remain strictiy non-violent in every seuse of the term.

000009483

03.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01801

PERMANAND

1

Good that you and Ba came to the Ashram Now get steady there: What do you learn ?

000023312

03.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04900

HEMAPRABHA DEVI

1

Advises to carry on the work according to her ability.

000025664

03.11.1932

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

2

Copy of Government order permitting Gandhiji to all that is necessary for the Harijan work.

000022589

04.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00394

ANDREWS, C. F.

1

Refers to the hidden untouchability in England which because it is hidden is difficult to eradicate. Expresses pleasure at having found a corner in Gurudev's heart.

000024584

04.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07796

SHARMA, Sohanlal

2

Do not hurry. Wait till public opinion is awakened.

000026345

05.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08476

RAMJEE RAO, V.

1

Go on with the work uttering 'Ram' Read and digest my statements on Anti-Untouchability work.

000029074

06.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08703

RATILAL MOTICHAND (Sheth)

2

Lilavati accepts you as arbitrator. Do go to Rangoon as early as possible and settle the things.

000027243

06.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08557

JOSHI, Ramaben C.

2

Ashram way is not to retaliate the evil.

000028646

06.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08682

BHAU

2

Be careful about diet at the end of the fast.

00028567A

06.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08671

QURESHI AMINA

1

Do try to improve your health

000033761

06.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09802

JAMNA

2

I have liked your letter. Cultivate and maintain that fearlessness always. I hope you keep good health at Rajkot.

000028567

06.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10483

QURESHI GULAM RASUL

1

Make your body as good as the description you sent.

000033393

06.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

enclosing Vitthals' letter. He has to choose between you and Leeladhar. Jethalal's letter received - He does not repent for his faults. He need not be admitted to Ashram unless he is really repentent. Treatment to be given to patients suffering from fever. Experiments in diet continue as earlier.

000033392

06.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

4

Reference to Champa- Kusum's health causing concern- Letter to Bhau- Persuade Ratubhai to go to Rangoon early. Food for prisoners in prisons in South Africa. Experiment regarding such food with some alterations can be done in the Ashram. Discuss the point with others.

000031529

06.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08994

LILAVATI ASHAR

2

Assuring to protect her advises to keep patience 7 shed greed.

000018598

06.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11092

PODDAR, Hanuman Prasad

3

Gandhiji clarifying his belives about removal of untouchability pronounces that any kind of compulsion or violence is bound to fail in attaining the end These can neither remove untouchability not save Hindu religion to criticise or condemn Sanatanists is an act of Himsa So is forcible Temple entry.

000009667

06.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01274

TYABJI, Raihana (Miss)

2

No letter. So think you may not be well. Johra is my new teacher in Urdu. However you should teach me different modes of addressing etc.

000029429

06.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02888

PARASRAMIJI

2

If you have really submitted to me, Then to say that you have no intrest in life is meaning less or it means that your submission is enforced. Those who have accepted service sincerely must find life interesting.

000009446

06.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01798

MENTA BABALBAHI

2

You have given details but not the name of the village where you have started work. We must carry the carcasses in a cart.

000025832

06.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01793

SHANTA

2

Your letter though long has no substance. You must decide if you want to marry or not.

000021875

06.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

2

Praises her hand writing Advises to do only as much as she can.

000025736

07.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08440

MEHTA, Kapil Rai

1

Act according to your conscience. Without full facts we cannot advise you.

000009718

07.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01811

RAMIBEN

1

You wrote after a long and that too after Bali's goading. However I must rest satisfied. At least Kunverjee can write. Is Bombay earning sufficient ? Is Bombay climate suitable ?

000033394

08.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

Case of theft at Lal Bungalow. Are Ratilal and Campa aware of it ? What is the extent of loss ? Why did Radha fall ill all of a sudden ? I don't have must trust in injections.

000024660

08.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00713

BAJAJ, Jamnalal

4

May you get all blessings you desire: Fear not death. With birth pain begins while with death it ends. May you get such death. Do not take even slightest gur for taste but take even costliest grapes as medicine. Gives detailds about diet. Fruit in the morning is like gold but in the noon it is like silver.

000018604

08.11.1932

05541

BIRLA, G. D.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10

Appraising of the formation and functioning of Anti-untouchability provinical boards encloses statement of provincial boards already functioning as well as forms of pledges for the whole time workers and for memberships of the league and fortnighthly letters.

000031673

09.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

4

Fruits and Vegetables to be used as food to get rid of constipation. Devoting time to untouchability work. Reference to elbow pain and spinning.

000032773

09.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01686

ANASUYABEN

1

I am enclosing a letter received from the labourers. I have advised them to see you and have also asked them to do according to your advice.

000018605

09.11.1932

11097

PERSOTAMDAS HARKISANDAS

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

12

Jurnishes details about possibility of Anti-untouchability work in certain public institutions and trusts in Bombay encloses a copy of a printed pamphlet issued by Sanatanist Himdus against the anti-untouchability programme.

000031087

10.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08922

RUKMINIBEN

1

Suggests to fix a particular day of week to write letters etc. Inquires re: Mathura's Vaidraj (Doctor) Asks Banarasi what his father does in Dublin (Ireland).

000018628

10.11.1932

11105

TAGORE, Rabindranath

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

3

Encloses some paragraphs from previous writing of his in which he tried to give his interpretation of vidya and Avidya as they occur in the upanishadas.

000026401

10.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01401

TAGORE, Rabindranath

2

Asks blessings for further effort to remove untouchability. This has no political colour like that last fast, The fast about guruvayyur Temple is a point of honour.

000019998

10.11.1932

07102

KUNHAPPA, C. H.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

11

enclosing correspondence pertaining to Guruvayur Satyagraha and the impending fasts of Gandhiji and Kelappan gives full idea of the prevailing position at Guruvayur.

000009666

10.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01274

TYABJI, Raihana (Miss)

1

So any surmise is correct. You are not well. Do not write if you cannot.

000026424

10.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01401

TAGORE, Rabindranath

3

Address of Gurudev on envelope with stamping on the other side, Address side is in duplicate.

000018607

10.11.1932

11097

PERSOTAMDAS HARKISANDAS

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

Referring to 18605 requests to contact sir C.V.Mehta, D.B. Javeri and others getting the words "High Coste Hindus" cancelled from the trust deed of kalibai charity.

000018606

10.11.1932

07706

MARWADI, Shyamji Nanji

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

Secretary of the Meghwal sudharak Sabha of Bombay requests to secure facilities for Harijan students in charitable Hindu institutions specially Kalibai High School encloses a copy of his application to the secretary of the said institution.

000018608

10.11.1932

00394

ANDREWS, C. F.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

expressing feeling of relief at Gandhiji's reference to god's will with regards his fast confesses that the same has strenghened his faith and removed his doubts about the reasonableness of the fast remedy so much so that he himself is now prepared to lay down his life to remove untouchability in South Africa or Kenya or USA or India between the white rece fanatics and the other races.

000018614

11.11.1932

01339

DHRUWA, ANANDSHANKAR

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Intimating Gandhiji of how he parbook in the Harijan meeting evences readiness to deal with opposition by Shastries his belife is that the present Harijans are not the progeny of he so called Chandalas of pre-historic periods.

000018612

11.11.1932

11088

MENON, U. Gopala

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

6

Resumption of that by Kellapan and Gandhiji following his suit in case gurvayar controversy is not satisforily solud with in 3 months writes:"The keys if these temples are not with your followes. They are mostly with the other generation it is hoped yet that with Malaviyajis advent more result may vield to us. is not

000018611

11.11.1932

11100

SATYANARAYAN JUNI

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

Giving idea of the subjuected and down trodden condition of Harijan population found during his visit to Harijan centres and the dearth of reality and soliness in the actions of so called Harijan workers, requests Gandhiji to enlighten them through propaganda statements as regards their duties to the Harijans when on special occastions they refues even to listen.

000018610

11.11.1932

11099

SWAMI MOKSPATI

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

7

Objecting to Gandhiji's artical on untouchability argues that VarmaShrama Dharma being in accorbance with shastras untouchability is but natural and wonders at Gandhiji's action which is against commandments of Gita vig. to abide by one's own prescribed functions.

000018613

11.11.1932

 

 

 

 

1

 

000018609

11.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

"BLANK"

1

No one has ever thought of destroying vainashrama Dharma. I do not know what you wish to convey by the expression `lovelling'. I write you to read the signs of the times and join me in thinking that purification of Hinduism will not come through arrogance and stander of innocent people.

000022400

11.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07626

RAJBHOJ, P. N.

3

Advises no satyagraha movement should be started for temple entry till Guruvauar Temple entry question is solved though other efforts may be continued and in the meantime internal reforms should be carried out.

000027108

11.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07706

MARWADI, Shyamji Nanji

1

Keep me informed about educational institution there:

000022687

11.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07335

VIYOGI HARI

1

Expresses gladness at literary persons undertaking such work; but does not feel that "Patit Bandhu" should be revised.

000025519

13.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08407

ASAR, Mathuradas Purushottam

2

For the present we should concentrate upon making provision for weaving the yarn that is available and need not wait for testing it.

000027244

13.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08557

JOSHI, Ramaben C.

2

Let God take care of Joshi - Don't read much in the threat to you to leave Ashram.

000028446

13.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08648

MEHER TULSI

1

Glad to receive your letter. Do write about your activities.

000026959

13.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08522

JANDON KESHAVRAM

1

Removal of untouchability does not contemplate inter dining or inter marrying.

000030687

13.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10530

MEHTA, Ratilal P.

2

Don't worry about the theft. Never buy such goards again. When we have excess theft may take place.

000033195

13.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09783

RAMA

2

Your letter.- Desirable that you should write regularly. do not be worried about me. God will protect me as long as he needs my services. Discuss with your 'sister' about the Harijans and write to me. blessings to your brother.

000033841

13.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09812

GANDHI, Jamnadas K.

2

You would feel the pinch of shortage of money. But God will be kind enough to arrange for more money for you. You should improve your health. Your experience of "Harijan" has been similar to that of others. Keep on writing for "Harijan".

000033775

13.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09802

JAMNA

1

About the stove, I have done my duty. Now, you have to decide about it on your own. Do not be worried about my elbow-pain.

000025630

13.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

13390

GOVERNOR, P. S. to

1

Request to arrange for immidiate delievery of reply to Lord Saukeri through proper channel.

000018866

13.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11256

SANKEY (Viscount)

7

Draft of a longcable to lord sankey in reply to his appeal through "New Letter" to drop C.D. G. narrates sequence and events and govt's prepronneal harsh measures justifies his step and tries to show that it is new in Government's hard to mend the matters.

000018615

13.11.1932

01339

DHRUWA, ANANDSHANKAR

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

Supplementing his letter (18614)intimates that as in the south he is not known Pandit Malaviaji should be preferable and moreover Panditji has the capacity to explain his view points to Madrasi Pandits in simple sanskrit.

000018616

13.11.1932

13228

NATARAJAN (India Committee)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

6

expressing grate fnless for Gandhiji's letter of 10th inst disapproves of the idea of fasting kelapan or Gandhiji on the issue of guruvayur question on the contry, Gandhiji oersonal presence at the place would be far more effective may, permaonthly effective.

000023365

13.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08230

SULOCHANA

1

Approves of her progress.

000023352

13.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08229

GULAB CHOKSI

1

Asks her to learn good Gujarati.

000021876

13.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

1

She may keep Roja if she likes. Approves of her service to the Harijans.

000025631

14.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08418

BHANDARI (Major)

3

Request for granting interview with relative of late Dr. Mehta in connection with disposal of his estate.

000028647

14.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08682

BHAU

2

Case has to be exercised in the aftermath of a fast. Then follow instructions.

000018617

14.11.1932

07706

MARWADI, Shyamji Nanji

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Secretary of Meghwal Sudharak Sabha enumerating the names of charitable Public Institutions of Bomaby to whose trustees applications are made for seeuring facilities for Harijan students encloses copy of reply received from kalibai Trust.

000031264

14.11.1932

08981

KARAN KUMAR

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Both sides of a cover with interesting address of G Tropical King Mahatma Gandhi etc.

000022409

14.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07626

RAJBHOJ, P. N.

6

Replies (1) Satyagraha is not advisable to servre temple entry, though public opinion may be mobilised for the purpose (2) G. is not responsible for fast by anybody unless G. has approved of it (3) Use of Public wells etc. by Harijans may be secured by persuassion and negotiation (4) all difficulties should be refered to the A. I. A. U. Leauge (5) Scholarships should be provided for the untouchables for technical education (6) Common hostels should be started (7) Campaign should be started in the villages. (8) Untouchables should carry on improvement among themselves (9) Constitution shouls make untouchability a criminal offence (10) There should be no resort to violence (11) Work done by untouchables should be done by savarnas also (12) Intercaste dining should not be compulsory (13) Untouchables should not leave their own profession.

000018622

15.11.1932

11105

TAGORE, Rabindranath

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Referring to Gandhiji's intended fast in sympathy with Kelappan on the issue of guruvayur temple entry tries to dissuade Gandhiji says:`as the movement generated by his last epic fast has suffered no abatement or in any way showed signs of cacunae, on the contrary continees gaining in strength and conquering for midable obstacles. Reply-yours comforts me. It is enough for me that you are watching and praying'.

000018620

15.11.1932

11103

MEHTA, Maganlal Pranjivan

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Wiring agreement articate provided Gandhijis sole decision prevailing in case disagreement between artitracters.

000018621

15.11.1932

07445

THAKKAR, Amritlal V.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

5

enclosing a cutting from `Liberty' dated 14-11-1932 of Mr. B.C. Bhatterjee's letter containg apped to Gandhiji for revising the Bengal protion of the Poona pact. gives idea of his study of the so-called untouchability in Bengal.

000018619

15.11.1932

10973

SASTRI, V. S. Srinivasa

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

In reply to Gandhiji's request to interest himself in guruvayur's controvercy, "My self having lost faith in temple worship, indeed in ritual my interposition would be wrong. Religion is a forbidden territory to my while you make your fast a matter of religion. To my mind fast is moral correction for even an othodox Hindu is not prepared to incure the odium of letting you die.''

000021822

15.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08077

RAMESHWARDAS

1

Asks to do as Jamnalalji advises.

000018632

16.11.1932

11097

PERSOTAMDAS HARKISANDAS

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

Referring to Gandhiji's press statement no-6 suggesting negation of hight of temple-entry by cast Hindus until their doors are laid open to so called untouchables, encloses a copy of a resolution so that effect adopted by Visa Adslji Surati and Khambhati cast with recomendation to collect signatures on similas resolution through eminent lady workers.

000018629

16.11.1932

09938

SEN, Satyendranath

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10

Makes an attemot to meet the silent prints of the hackneyed arguments of Gandhi an workers in matters of touchability untouchability in question and answer form.

000018630

16.11.1932

10973

SASTRI, V. S. Srinivasa

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

Supplementing his argument on the subject of fasting on guruvayur temple entry question pleads 'your death will not be good for the country or for the untouchables. Dead you will be canoniged and palted by the supertitions. with flowers and coconates living you can accomplish a great deal of what you yeatn for."

000027091

16.11.1932

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

1

Account of Miraben Sarojinidevi & Miss Nila Cram cook as lady associates of Gandhiji.

000018624

16.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

"BLANK"

2

Cutting from `The Light' coutaining notes and comments on Gandhi's untouchability work where in it is stated that Gandhi is turkering with truth and is an inconscious Mussalman.

000031675

17.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

6

Gandhiji devoting more time to go through correspondence and giving interviews. Rest to be given to elbows, Spinning by 'Takli'. Suggestion to Mira to use 'Juvari' or 'Bajri' Chappatis Gandhiji's weight increased; intake of fresh dried milk.

000026566

17.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00660

GANDHI, Manilal

2

Herewith Pragji's letter. Try to understand him. Then write to me. If you have given binding you must return in time.

000018631

17.11.1932

01339

DHRUWA, ANANDSHANKAR

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

8

Refurning letter of a Hindu Maharastrian contining scriptural quotation in support of untouchability refutes all the quoted all the authorities with similar quotations arguing that incase religon is a live Achar or criminal rites must needs changes by theuselves.

000018633

17.11.1932

11108

PEACOCK, Chas

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

Refrerring to Gandhiji's 5th statement to the press regarding duties of Harijans to Harijans request Gandhiji to let him know sinilarly the duties of an Indian chritian fowards Harijans

000018634

17.11.1932

11109

THAKKAR A. V. CAMP

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

5

Routing statistics gives idea of Bengal situation in the metter of unthochability. There is not an untouchability class but there is a large depressed class.

000033801

18.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09812

GANDHI, Jamnadas K.

2

Gandhiji writes to say that he would reply to Jamnadas' letters at leisure: The other writing in English adds that Mrs. Gandhi be informed that Gandhiji has received her letter, and ill reply to her.

000019999

18.11.1932

07103

RAMCHANDRA

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

15

It secretary of Mysore state Anti-Untouchability league, Bangalore, enclosing Nila Nagini's request to Gandhiji in connection with her being obstructed in entering the chamundi temple in Mysore in spite of her authorised conversation to Hinduism, Seeks Gandhiji's advice as to what should be done in the matter.

000020000

18.11.1932

04319

KELAPPAN, K

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

enclosing copy of his letter dated 17-11-32 to Zamorin on the issue of Guruvayur temple entry declares his decision to resume fast if the temple is not open to Harijans before Jan 2nd 1933, with an urgent request to Gandhiji not to follow till Kelappan's dies.

000018635

18.11.1932

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

1

Medical prescription for Gandhiji m.k. by Dr. N.B. Mehheta, Major I.M.S.

000027090

18.11.1932

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

1

News of call from America for visit and Gandhiji's reply in regret and blessings for American people. Later he said to Federal structure committees of R. T. C. to face bullets to obtain Indian's independences.

000028568

20.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08671

QURESHI AMINA

2

Be frank.Do you wish to go to some school ? your education is neglected. For that you and myself are responsible.

000031088

20.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10544

RUKMINIDEVI & BANARASILAL

1

Suggests walking in dustless place for her health. Asks Banarasi what business his father is doing.

000033759

20.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09802

JAMNA

1

If my letter re: stove does not bear any signature and if you need it, you will send the last page for signature: Instead of the primus stove, why not try the wick-stove ?

000018636

20.11.1932

11110

AYER, C.S.V.

11111

SUPERINTENDENT CENTRAL JAIL

14

Managar of H. Holiness Shri Sankaracharya of Kanchi forwarding H.H's letter addresed to Gandhiji on the topic of untouchability with its English version per Mr. iyer of chitoor, requests Yervda jail Superintendent to grant him an interview with Gandhiji. In this letter the Sankaracharya justifies the exclusion of untouchability from temples.

000020001

20.11.1932

09571

THAKKAR, Amritlal V.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

enclosing a note on the Kaivarta community a fisherman caste of Assam, Prepared by Dr. Ghanshyam Das Describing the disabilities of his community.

000025185

20.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

1

Gives news about his health. Informs her that now a days he is very busy.

000027069

20.11.1932

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"Mrs Gandhi's life of Woe" a crooked narration of life of Gandhiji and his wife.

000021877

20.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

1

Says she may not expect long letters and asks her not to worry about Kadasia.

000022412

20.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08121

SITARAMJI

1

Fixes time and date of interviews.

000023350

20.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08229

GULAB CHOKSI

1

Opines her handwriting are very bad. That which lives after the body is no more, is called soul.

000022384

20.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08112

MULCHANDJI

2

Nature (PRAKRUTI)and soul (PURUSH) are one and the same because god is only one. Veriety is only in form. Everything has life- in some cases it is aparent, in others it is not so. Some have form, others are formless. We therefore pray according to our vision. Thus somebody pray idols. Others do not.

000026567

21.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00660

GANDHI, Manilal

2

You must return in accordance with your promise irrespective of my impending fast.

000020003

21.11.1932

07106

GADRE, A. H.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

15

Forwarding quotations from Gnyaneshver, Chokhamela and sopan Dev and Tukaram supporting the cause of Removal of untouchability.

000020002

21.11.1932

07105

KUNCHAPPA, C.H.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

Supplies information in connection with Guruvayur temple. No referendum is taking Zamorin came into by force, the temple is not his private property etc.

000018637

21.11.1932

11113

AMIYA

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

Acqnaints Gandhiji with tagore's anxiety and restlessness of Gandhiji's impening fast on the guruvayur Temple Entry.

000012152

21.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02839

CHOKSI, PRABODH AND OTHERS

1

Written to three boys in reply to their joint letter, advising not to write till handwriting improves.

000029430

21.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02888

PARASRAMIJI

1

Though some of the classes have been stopped continue the rest. Taking in Hindi will help to maintain atmosphere:

000024661

22.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08359

BAJAJ, Janakidevi

2

Let Kamalnayan go to Ceylon for further studies.

000028649

22.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08682

BHAU

2

Prescribes diet for removing constipation which (diet) may be adopted even in Bijapur.

000018638

22.11.1932

10973

SASTRI, V. S. Srinivasa

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Expresses objection to shuddhi caremoney for untouchables to secure temple entry. No objection how ever to the uplift of the untouchables. Speaking of Pandits vays that they may be frightened coerced tought but change of belief or outlook they are uncapable of a freind's plan for shuddhi is enclosed.

000025045

22.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07394

KESHAV

1

Have faith in prayer.

000033395

23.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

3

Reference to Kusum's health : she herself should take more care of herself- diet, rest, clean air, etc. She can take eggs if she has no distaste for them. Reference to Bhau's health- Ramji had come to meet me yesterday. Reference to spinning quality of yarn by Mahadev- Reference to Hariomal. Ramji had to stay at Christ Seva Sangh at Bombay.

000020004

23.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04319

KELAPPAN, K

6

Gandhiji apprised that it was a point of honour with him to join him if all he resumed his fact that was suspended due to his advice. the fast should never savour of coercion and as such referendum should be honest and if it goes against us fast should be sorted to. In response to Gopal Menon's request to have some women from north, Urmila Devi would be visiting and Malaviya need not be troubled please took her conveniences.

000018640

23.11.1932

11117

MANAVENDRA RAJA

04319

KELAPPAN, K

2

Expresses amoyance at the manner his telegram of 29th September was treated and replied. Quotes two paragraph swying that hte charge made against him was without sufficient justification however pleasds forgive and forget.

000018639

23.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07588

SANKARACHARYA

3

Yours was the first cogent and calmly thought out letter on the subject. Though appreciate, unable to accept your argument. Hinduism is in denger of persihing if it is not purged of its glaring impurities that are eating into its vitals.

000031674

24.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

4

Gandhiji sends a book on Buddhism for Mira's comments. Gandhiji maintains good weight. Takes dried milk. Stopped spinning to give rest to the elbows for a week.

000029540

24.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08744

WEST, Ada (Devi) (Miss)

2

Asks not to worry over his approaching fast Sees changes of shaping things even without Ordeal.

000018641

24.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10973

SASTRI, V. S. Srinivasa

1

Your criticism soothes your silence makes me nervous time only depends my lovefor you. The reasonings of the typed notes of your friend faild to make any appeal to me also.

000026402

24.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01401

TAGORE, Rabindranath

1

Your letter is precious and comforting.

000025632

24.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00536

HOME DEPARTMENT

3

My work in connection with Harijan movement is growing beyond our capicity. I want help. (Submits a list of prisoners who can do it).

000023032

24.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03110

OLIVE

3

On learning about the death of her father 'G' sends condolences and advises her to realise that to moun the less is selfish.

000020006

25.11.1932

07107

COOK, Nilla Cram (Nila Nagini)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

13

As desired by Gandhiji supplies details of her past life, how she was enamoured of India and Gandhian ways, how she arrived in India and identified herself with the struggle of India's rebirth. Enclosed is an article by her in "The Scholar".

000009581

25.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01808

TYABJI, Abbas S.

2

The princes and people of Kathiawar Know you; and in view of your greater age, smiles and energy you will succeed. So no appeal from me is necessary.

000021881

25.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

1

Sorry to know she suffers from piler advises about diet and to consult doctors.

000023076

25.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07638

HARRISON, Agatha (Miss)

2

Appriciates regularity if the correspondent and says in humour that Gandhiji need not be such as he has nothing to write except about inanimate things though they also acquire personal values.

000022477

25.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08141

ELIZABATH (Miss)

2

Acknowledges the letters and peom and states that G. is very pressed with work and ever otherwise he is a slow reader of pertry.

000020005

25.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

05125

HARIBHAI

4

Supplies a draft manifesto to be signed widely by believers in temple entry by Harijans especially on the Guruvayur issue.

000031089

26.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08922

RUKMINIBEN

1

advises to observe the vow she took. which will enable strength to observe harder vows ahead Invites at Ashram to drink freshly drawn goat milk.

000024662

26.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00713

BAJAJ, Jamnalal

1

Hope you arrived safely. Do take the necessary diet.

000020007

26.11.1932

07108

VAGHELA KIKABHAI

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

Brings to Gandhi's notice the double- dealing policy of Seth Chimanlal president of the Ahmedabad Mill owner's Association, necessity of prohibition Act, Status of Harijans in Hindu Society being not a bit letter than that of Dheds, Desirability of publishing list of temples laid open for Harijans etc.

000018642

26.11.1932

11119

CHITRE, K. V.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

9

Encloses a copy of a letter written by Dr. Ambedkar to A. V.Thakkar. Where in comparing the untouchability probleam with that British empire be observes."The touchables and untouchables cannot be held together by low certainly not by any electrorate law sub-stituting joint electrorates for seprate electrorates. The only thing that can hold them to gether is love." Also cholks out lines in which the Anti-untouchability league should work.

000021630

26.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08018

ALAM, Mohammad (Dr.)

3

Appreciates Mrs. Alam's Urdu language and good hand writing; and urges Dr. Alam to take good medical advice and did and restore his health.

000028650

27.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08682

BHAU

2

I shall suggest other remedies leter on. sorry to learn that nobody is prepared to,learn spinning on Tikali.

000033760

27.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09802

JAMNA

1

Kusum and we all are subject to the will of God. Don't be worried about my elbow pain.

000033120

27.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09753

PARVATI

1

I got your letter after a long time. What guidance can I give you? do as per Narandas' advice.

000033396

27.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

4

Earlier I had written to you about the school for disabled. Children.- I am enclosing a letter from disabled children. where is Khadgabahadur Singh ? I am writing to Kusum every day. Instructions re: use of Jawar, and wheat. Reference to Bhau, Parasram. Sending Madan book. Charka and spindle can be said to be king and queen respectively. What news about Joshi ? Enquiry about Kanti. Reference to Maganbhai and Ravjibhai. Regular letters from Mirabehn. She is a again observing saltless days.- cultivating kinship with birds, beasts, animals, trees, etc.

000033897

27.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

I fall short of time. Also, my elbows need some rest. Hence, nobody should expect long letters from me. Discussion on purity of life : sacrificing our wants. I would like to suggest a few new things. I well do it when I get time. We may be consuming more food than is necessary.

000018643

27.11.1932

00000

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GANDHI, M. K.

3

Giving idea of untouchables known as ods in N.W.F. Provinces living mostly nomedic life. Mr. Ramchandra the Honorary secretary expect monetary helpfor advancing work of the Sabha.

000018644

27.11.1932

11120

PATWARDHAN, Pandurang

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

Refering to Appa Patwardhan underfeeding and Gandhiji's inpending fast in sympathy with Kelappan on the issue of guruvayur temple entry desires to know whether this measures are justifiable .

000018645

27.11.1932

11121

INSPECTOR GENERAL OF PRISONS

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

In reply to Gandhiji's letter dated 28th inst. regarding Appa Patwardhan's demand for scavanging work the I. G. of person's refuts the charge that deprived the prisoner of 'Bhangi work' explains the reasons why his application for that work was refused. Hence there was no interference on his part with the question of removal of untouchability.

000033909

27.11.1932

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2

Your letter is really beautiful I envy your ability to write beautiful language. Send the names of the trustees. About my fast, you will read again in my writings. Poeple become anxious on account of my fasting. It is true. But it is necessary, for it stimulates thinking on the part of the people. I shall await your letter on untouchability. Note: Gandhiji has addressed a words to Khushalbhai asking for his blessings.

000023367

27.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08231

BHIKHIBEN

1

Hopes she will serve and be happy.

000023351

27.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08229

GULAB CHOKSI

1

Asks her to learn good Gujarati.

000021878

27.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

1

Advises to act as per advice of Narandas re going to Delhi states know that even the sick can serve.

000023366

27.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08230

SULOCHANA

2

Approves of her plain talk about her food.

000026031

29.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

Try to find remedies by yourself rather than by asking others.

000025633

29.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00536

HOME DEPARTMENT

2

Thanks for the interview. His health however requires interview. Please allow.

000018646

29.11.1932

00790

RAJAGOPALACHARI, C.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

13

Apprising Gandhiji of the prevalling situation in Guruvayur Taluk and arrival of Shri Urmila Devi encloses a copy of his press statement for Gandhiji's information and for showing the same to G.D.Birala.

000025186

29.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

2

What can I do if my letter do not reach you. Hope you are well.

000025706

30.11.1932

01057

PATEL, Vallabhbhai (Sardar)

08418

BHANDARI (Major)

2

Submits a list of persons whom he would like to see on business.

000027891

30.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08608

BARR, F. Mary (Miss)

6

I do not disapprove of those who believe in idol workship. In idol workship forms differ with different persons. Mosque,Churches, Sacred books are such forms. The workship cannot be called superstition. All forms of honest workship are good. And God is no respector of words or forms. Glad you met Mani. You can take up the Harijan work when you are ready to do so with your head and heart but not before that.

000031207

30.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08959

CHINNAH

2

Feels Yeravada Pact much better giving many more seats to (Harijan) than Premiers decision Disapproves seperate electorates for Landlords, Merchants etc.

000033397

30.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

6

Letter enclosed for Kusum and Radha. Do according to the opinion of the doctors. It was good Jethalal went away. Regarding diet : Bajri, Jawar and Wheat should be given turn by turn. Pepper should be used in place of chillies in preparing chatney. Spicy things are harmful for celibacy- enclosing Dr. Talwalkar's letter to do the needful.- Is Keshu unwell ?

000032834

30.11.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01686

ANASUYABEN

1

The plans that you have sent for labourers' residences are good. But the limit of number of persons to stay in each house should also be suggested. Otherwise, all good plan will fail. Please send the documents, if they are ready.

000018647

30.11.1932

00790

RAJAGOPALACHARI, C.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

Apprises Gandhiji of kasturbas arrival and her programme and of his Draft Bill for removal of disabilities Harijans n matter of temple entry which if passed will dispare of all sector matters and serve as a general charter Requests not to threaten another fast.

000025636

30.11.1932

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6

Translation of extracts from a pamphlet issued by some released prsons regarding Bhangi work in jail.

000018882

30.11.1932

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1

Pamphlet of an appeal to boys and girls-students of Bombay issued by Jaysukhlal Mehta asking them to do their list in untouchability removal movement.

000031676

01.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

6

Gandhiji hopes that Mira's wisdom would increase with the years. Gandhiji's recipe for Mira's health. Advice to Mira to have more relaxation. Gandhiji's weight increased. Reference to varrier, Shamrao Tilakam. Busy with correspondence and interviews. 'Ba' gone to the South for Harijan Work.

000021578

01.12.1932

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9

List of some Maharastrian Pandit's discussion with Gandhiji about beliefs family religion, untouchability compaign Temple entry etc.

000021576

01.12.1932

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10

Questionaire about Shastras, Duties Varnas, Touchability-Untouchability and Temple-entry issues and their replies notes by Mahadev Desai.

000018625

01.12.1932

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1

Containg leaderrette with heading `The Prisone of yervda' where in Gandhi is shown as an unconscious follower of Islam.

000021588

01.12.1932

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18

Sjt. K. R. Umbadkar Shastri's pencil written manuscript in Sanskrit with Summary on the subjects of untouchability and Temple Entry "not worth-considering being in faulty Sanskrit, as in remarked by the summary writer 'N. H. P'.

000021579

01.12.1932

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8

B. Mulliah Sastri lays down with due authorities that untouchability has not been directly mentioned in the Shastras anywhere:

000021580

01.12.1932

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8

An unsigned article expressing views on the Temple-Entry Bill.

000021594

01.12.1932

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27

Text manuscript of "APRISHYATA MIMANSA" in Sanskrit with its Hindi.

000019313

01.12.1932

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4

Two articles entitled, "Sanatan Dharma and Patit" by Prof. Sanvalji Nagar supporting Gandhian view point in matter of untouchability and Temple entry. The writes gives quotalaries and denounces Sanatanists' opposition.

000021577

01.12.1932

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9

Question and answers between a Shastri and Gandhiji about Chandalas, Chastity of women, Shastric view point on touchability-Untouchability notes by Mahadev Desai.

000018853

01.12.1932

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7

Copy of the bill to remove the disabilities of the so-called depressed classes in regard entry in to Hindu temples, introduced in Madras Legislative council by S. Subramanyam.

000018650

01.12.1932

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4

Typewritten extract from several section of government of India Act 1986 edition.

000018649

01.12.1932

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1

Cutting from `Hindu' containing news about Temple entry bill and Dr. Subbarayan's interview with Madras governerr and application to oltain previous sanction of H. E. the governer geveral.

000021569

01.12.1932

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15

An unsigned scriptural discussion submitted by some Pandit on the contreversy of "Touchability -untouchability" with relevant quotations.

000021601

01.12.1932

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3

A list of 29 points submitted by Tanruth Bhat for being included in the History of Satyagrahashram being written by Gandhiji.

000020021

01.12.1932

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8

Reproduction of correspondence in connection with untouchability between Gandhiji Pandit Raghunath Shastri and R. V. Patwardhan.

000021595

01.12.1932

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2

Criticism of Hurry in the passing the anti-untouchability and temple entry bills by Ordinance.

000027109

01.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07706

MARWADI, Shyamji Nanji

1

Let me know the final result.

000022959

01.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08198

BECHARDAS

1

Expresses inability to write anything more about Punjabhai.

000031090

02.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08922

RUKMINIBEN

2

advises to keep cheerful even in illness & learn to live happily as God. keeps.

000033399

02.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

Reason for Bhau's getting fever again is that he started taking cereals too early. For a month he should remain on milk and vegetables only. No leafy vegetables to be allowed. Sending Madan's book by Registered post today. It had been misplaced somewhere: Reference to Kusum and Radha. Reference to Purohit- Why did Jamna grow asthmatic all of a sudden ?

000009665

02.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01274

TYABJI, Raihana (Miss)

2

Happiness and misery are the some things - both are God's gifts. Of my three Urdu Correspondents - You, Mrs. Alam and Johra, You are the poetess; and hence your handwriting is bad; though this time they are better. If they improve you cam be like Rabindranath Tagore:

000018651

02.12.1932

07139

SHARMA, AVADHESH PRASAD

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

5

Editor, `Suryodaya' in reply to Gandhiji's post card of 26-01-1932 in connection with Temple-entry question encloses serval circulars of Shri Bharat Dharma Maha mandal representing Sanatanist stand point on Temple-entry question.

000023313

02.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04900

HEMAPRABHA DEVI

2

In Ashram inmate must abide by the rules and regulations. But he who comes there merely to earn his livlihood cannot be expected to do so. However our attirude towards him also should be that of a coworker. Personal news.

000018648

02.12.1932

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1

Cutting from `Hindu' containg regarding Temple Entry legislation, Dr. Subbaroyan's bill and C R's views about Mr. Ranga Aiyars bill to be introduced in Madras Legislative Assembly.

000025634

03.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08421

DOYLE (Col.)

7

Govt's permission to allow me to do my conservancy work is off the mark. What is wanted is that persons like Appa Saheb Patwardhan who wish to do such work in general should be allowed to do so. That is not granted. So my fast has started.

000020009

03.12.1932

07107

COOK, Nilla Cram (Nila Nagini)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

14

Gives idea of Rajas, Tames and satva working in herself and her faith the untouchability work in Mysore state, shiv and the Atma and about Sir K. Puttuney Chetty.

000018652

03.12.1932

07178

RAJABHOJ, P. N.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Organiser and secretary of the `Depressed of India Service Society' enclosing 4 questions seeks answers from Gandhiji and desires also to have his advise reegarding the work he is doing for the Harijans.

000018653

03.12.1932

11124

MUNSHI, K. M.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

16

In reply to Gandhiji's repoachful letters about the drama expresses painful surprice and puts forth his defence saying that to give realistic picture of all charecters has been the life-longpriciple of his writing and requests Gandhiji to reserve his jugdement till they both come out to jail and hild personal discussion.

000024014

04.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08305

CHANDIWALA, Brijkrishna

1

Informs that his fast is broken.

000026568

04.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00660

GANDHI, Manilal

1

Hope you are not worried because of my short fast. Hope you are going.

000018654

04.12.1932

07593

LELE, P. R.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

In viting Gandhiji's attention to Mr. Pandya's article vide s-n 18656 page 6 attempting to bring down the numbers of so called untouchables observes "The attempted denial is only for relieving the caste-Hindu leaders of their responsibility " Requests also to give lead to the ensuing Swami Shradhanand's Aniversary and formulate organisation for fighting the caukar of untouchability.

000018655

04.12.1932

11126

INSPECTOR GENERAL Of PRISONS

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Acknowledging Gandhiji's letter corroborating their talk about giving up fast if AppaSabha is allowed to do scavanger's work in jail the Inspector general of prison promises to conveey the contents personally to government the next day and while requests Gandhiji to give in writing that he is not opposed to the present practice of employing so called low caste for conservancy purpose.

000018656

04.12.1932

07400

SHAH, Hiralal Amritlal

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Interested in the solution of the untouchability problem encloses cutting from `Gujarati' containing historical fast about Guruvayur temple and explsins various mythical references occwring in the narative. Encloses also a page from `servant of India'.

000028651

05.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08682

BHAU

2

Prescribes diet.

000031677

05.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

1

Gandhiji's sympathetic fast to support Appasaheb's Seavenging work in jail.

000025520

05.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08407

ASAR, Mathuradas Purushottam

2

The weaver will not be a help if he is uncompletent and unscrupulous But we have to bear with them and even tolerate them to atone for our past sins.

000033400

05.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

1

Gandhi doing well. Had fruit only yesterday. No more payment to Mahavir.

000033398

05.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

Problem of Chharas- Letters of complaint should be sent through Mavalankar.- Keshu to be treated immediately for fever. I am worried about Kusum and Radha. If you want to consult a new doctor, it should be done through the previous doctor. Write to Mahavir that Bapu has said 'no' to sending money from now onwards. Observed fast for one and a half days. Not to worry about fast. It has become a daily feature now.

000031678

05.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

1

Gandhiji's telegram about his fast and its breaking.

000033905

05.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09816

MANU

1

Received your letter. I did not write to you just to warn youabout foreign. made cloth. You should improve your health and don't cry. Write to me regularly.

000009664

05.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01274

TYABJI, Raihana (Miss)

1

You deserved the inquiry. Come when you like.

000032870

05.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00416

GANDHI, Chhaganlal K.

2

You need not worry on account of my health. It was a fast for a short duration. I shall be well within no time. Only such persons who do spinning willingly can be encouraged. It would be enough even if the Harijan children stick to the work. Please discuss the matter with Narandas. (Ref. to Kashi). Prabhudas wants to reach higher attitudes. Let him improve his health.

000020008

05.12.1932

11277

CHATTERJEE, BASANT KUMAR

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

The writer tries to point out inconsistency between Gandhiji's two statements as regards his faith as a Sanatanist.

000018657

05.12.1932

11128

KARNAL SADASHIIVRAO ?

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

8

Gives details regarding the arrangement and the progress for taking referendum on question of entry into Guruvayur temple. Ba is welcomed every where:

000009445

05.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01798

MENTA BABALBAHI

1

I have requested Nanasaheb to intervene.

000018658

05.12.1932

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

3

 

000023353

05.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08229

GULAB CHOKSI

1

Personal news.

000018865

05.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

06036

SATYAGRAHA ASHRAM

1

Doing well to fruit yesterday and milk today.

000023368

05.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08230

SULOCHANA

1

advises to pray and serve.

000030678

05.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08005

MEHTA, Champa R. (Mrs.)

1

Says Narandas won't remain trustee. Assures Nothing will be done without showing her. advises to keep patience.

000021879

05.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

1

Advises to have woolen clothing if necessary.

000028607

06.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08675

SUBBARAO MANAGER

2

Better approach the Andhra Board.

000018662

06.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11133

KUNZRU, Hriday Nath

2

Returining is not duty corrected afters defining untouchability and suggding ways of effacing it.

000018661

06.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11132

MADHAVAN

1

Gandhiji relieves him from writing reports since Urmila Devi sends them.

000018659

06.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11129

VARNASHRAM SWARAJYA SANGH

1

Intimates of his willingness to receive visit from any Sanatanist friends and readiness to retrace steps if convinced of his error. As regards meting between no-changer and pro-changer Shastris recommends to send forth suggestions to Achary Dhruva of Benares Hndu University.

000018665

06.12.1932

11109

THAKKAR A. V. CAMP

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

2

 

000018664

06.12.1932

11134

BANERJI, Kamal Kumar

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Brahmin in love with a Harijan girl seeks advice as to how he can save two times and at the same time not offend his dissenting parents.

000018660

06.12.1932

11131

MUKERJI, Ramtaran

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

Appealing Gandhiji to give up the idea of fasting for the cause of removing untouchability and take up propoganda to enlighten and convince the Sanatanists of his lofty ideal as did Shankaracharya; Reply just as religion preachers like Sankaracharya have time after time delicated their great learning for the sake of the religion so have other pro religion by prayer and fasting.

000018663

06.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

06670

MENON, Gopala

1

In reply to Gopal Menon's letter containing report of Guruvayur compaign Gandhiji wrote '"Your sleep is more precious in these days of strain and stress than more writing to me one person alone giving me necessary report of work will be quite satisfactory.

000033067

07.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09030

GANDHI, Chhaganlal K.

5

Padma and her mother came to see me yesterday. They brought with them two letters written by Prabhudas to Padma. The situation is Prabhudas and Padma, even though they pose differently, are in love with each other. Of course, they have not transgressed any limits. But Padma is still young in age, and her behaviour may appear to be childish still. But Prabhudas is not a child. He wants my advice in the matter. Letters written by him are with Devdas whom I have given to go through. If at all they get married, I think you should not worry about. About Vijapur, if yoiu are thinking of leaving it, you may do so; but certainly we need a person who can look after it.

00033400A

07.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

1

Kanti should go to Rajkot.- Prema should undergo operation.

000024663

07.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00713

BAJAJ, Jamnalal

2

For the present the fast is postponed. Let Kamal Nayan go to Ceylon for further studies etc.

000018666

07.12.1932

02572

ROY, Motilal

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Acknowleding Gandhiji's note of blessing apprises him of on appreciable advance towards the uplift and awakening of the untouchables in support of which encloses a copy of the first statement issued by Pt. Panchanan. Tarkaratna the main pillar of the sanatam school of thought in Bengal. Expects message of blessing for the cnssuing conference.

000018603

07.12.1932

11096

APPA, Ratnagiri District

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

14

Gives history and Explains his position with regards his direct astion (in form of reduction in his food) for asserting his right to do conservency work in jail The direct action not intending to cast any reprobation on government but meant to strengthen government's hands on the contrary Asks for advice for future:

000018667

07.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07269

ROY, Bidhan Chandra (Dr.)

1

Writing about for mation of Anti-untouchability Board for Bengal Gandhiji advises that the work of anti-untouchability should not become a party affair. Inquring about detail of Vasant. Devi and Dr. Alam.

000025635

08.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08421

DOYLE (Col.)

2

Herewith a pamphlet issued by some released prisoners which says such was allowed to be done in the past. Why then restriction now ? Please reply soon in view of my impending fast.

000033401

08.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

Enclose Leeladhar's letter. He has written about Prema. Parashuram also has a serious complaint. I shall write to him later. Padma and Prabhudas are attracted toward each other : let them not stay together. I shall deal about it later. Enclosed is a letter for Chhaganlal. Go through it before handing it over him, so that I need not write to you separately about the matter.

000031679

08.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

5

Loss of weight during the fast. Fast as a Spiritual medicine; co workers also should rejoice, for it brings purity. Condition of elbows; Manilal and his wife left for S. Africa.

000018670

08.12.1932

11136

ALL INDIA VARNASHRAM SWARAJYA SANGH

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Suggest that the work in calling together the assembly of Shastris may be done by Acharya Dhnwa and A.I.V.S. Sangha, but object to Gandhiji's suggestion to hold discussion between no-change and pro-change Shastries.

000018669

08.12.1932

11135

VADIYA C.V. LASHKAR

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

8

expressing his views on the subject and temple entry opines that reforms should be introduced only by the consent of the peoplesand not forced down their throats by laws enacted by councils. Copy of his letter dated 18-11-1932 to that effect addressed to British Prime Minister is also enclosed.

000018668

08.12.1932

11096

APPA, Ratnagiri District

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

Supplementing news supplied in 18603 about his under feeding in jail expresses feeling of astonishment and worry at the news of Gandhiji's fast in sympathy with him says himself is not prepared to yield a lion's share of the credit.

000018672

08.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07178

RAJABHOJ, P. N.

1

 

000022401

08.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07626

RAJBHOJ, P. N.

1

If a majority of the temple goers vote against entry of Harijans to the temples he will postpone his fast. No satyagraha movement should be launched to secure temple entry; and no conditions not applicable to the savarnas, should be attached to entry by the Harijans. Harijans themselves should start improving their habits etc. to accelerate the uplift movement.

000018671

08.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07593

LELE, P. R.

1

Accepts his views about Mr. Pandya's article points out ion appropriateness of obsering shraddhanand anniversary day under auspices of Anti-untouchability League.

000028548

09.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08669

KELKAR, M. S. (Dr.)

2

For seeing me for reasons other than untouchability work special permission has to be obtained.

000024015

09.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08305

CHANDIWALA, Brijkrishna

1

Desires nobody should be upset by G's fast, which is a common accurance with him. Knows God will not take him away as long as He wants him to serve.

000033402

09.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

1

It was good that you had been to see Puratan. Somebody should be with him. You might have received yesterday's letter about Prabhudas. Enclosed are letters meant for Puratan, Raghvan and Kusum.

000018677

09.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11140

JOSHI, G. N.

1

I know from personal experience that untouchability as it has been practised in India with in our generation has retarded the evolution of Hindu society and by contagion of the whole of India.

000018675

09.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11024

MENON, Gopala

1

I quite recognise that the opinion based upon a knowledge of the situation should prevail. I am glad that things are shaping themselves guite well there:

000018676

09.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11024

MENON, Gopala

1

Referendum will be totally valueless if votes are taken from all Hindus irrespective of whether they are temple-goers of not please wire what precisely is being done there:

000018674

09.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11139

BISWAS, Rasiklal

1

Gandhiji assures that whatever the caste Hindus do in Connection with untouchability must be in the spirit of service and not that of patronage. removal of untouchability for caste Hindus should mean repentance.

000018678

09.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11141

ALTEKAR, A.S. (Dr.)

1

Replying to Dr. Altekar's letter regarding untouchability and Hinduism Gandhiji wrote "Whether my view would be acceptable to the average orthodox Hindu or not is not the point. The question is whether there is any warrant for belief in untouchability as it is practised today."

000022590

09.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00394

ANDREWS, C. F.

1

States that the only way open to government is to keep Gandhiji in jail as long as Gandhiji does not undertake to wind up civil disobedience and to confine only to untouchability movement Gandhiji feels he cannot give such an undertaking as to him Civil Disobedience is a matter of faith and again as long as in jail he does not know outside situation.

000018734

09.12.1932

05377

DATTA, S. K.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Recalling memories of 88 knightsbridge gives idea of his stovakian visit and philological discovery in gypsy language in which many words had originin Hindu.

000018673

09.12.1932

11138

CHINNIAH

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

Cowvenor of All India Adi-Dravida Mahajan Sabha points out reasons why they prefer prime Minister's award to Poona Pact the main one being that by the Pact the depressed class would be hanging upon the caste people for their seats.

000033777

10.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09802

JAMNA

1

Asthma has started troubling you again. It means you will have to stay elsewhere: Think of staying at Wardha. You can render some service in bringing up the girls there in the Ashram. Anybody who is wedded to service should be able to adjust himself anywhere:

000018681

10.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11120

PATWARDHAN, Pandurang

1

 

000018679

10.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11024

MENON, Gopala

1

enclosing the document received from Ramuni Menon and copy of Gandhiji's reply desires to know from him all write it.

000018684

10.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11144

KARNAL RAOSADASHIV

1

expressing gladness at being supplied detailed descriprtion of the guruvayur activity advises to redouble the effort tobe absolutely fair and honest ignoring all sarts of secret propaganda on part of Sanatanists.

000018682

10.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11143

PEACOCK, Chas

1

Gandhiji expects Indian Christians substantial help to the movement by working under or with the ordinary Hindu organigations. Pleased to note that Indian Christions are impatient to get rid of the taint and untouchability in their midst.

000018680

10.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11142

MENON, Kozhipurath Ramunni

1

Regarding irregularity and frand practised in referendum Gandhiji wrote that according to his knowledge elaborate precautions have been taken to insure complete farrness. In case any unfairness is noticed he is advised to bring it to the notice of the orgainiser Mr. Madhavan Nair.

000018683

10.12.1932

00790

RAJAGOPALACHARI, C.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Every precaution taken-ensuring exact count of votes of only suvarna temple goes. See statement press issued along with this.

000018686

10.12.1932

11146

BANKER, RAGHUNATH D.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

General seceretary of the satya shodhak Samaj forwarding a short life skerch of Mahatma Jotiba Fuley the pioneer reformer in Maharashtra gives ieda of his Samaj whose achievements in socioreligeligious matter of Maharashtra can rightly compete with those Brahmo Samaj in Bengal and Arya Samaj inupper India.

000018685

10.12.1932

10995

BHAGVANDAS, JADAVJI

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Apprising of the decision to proceced to guruvayur via Poona in company of Acharya Dhruva and pramathath Bhattacharya, points out his own unfitness to carry on shastrartha in sanskrit but it would be a pleasure and privilege to work in company with Dhruva and Pramath Nath.

000018687

10.12.1932

11147

AIYAR, M. Subrahmanya

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

Explaining the gist of Hindu Culture and Hindu religion and expecting to convince him of his view-point in all its implications the senior Dewan of Travancore encloses a questionnaire for consideration and reply.

000028447

11.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08648

MEHER TULSI

1

I want a detailed account of the progress of spinning etc.

000029473

11.12.1932

00778

GANDHI, Devdas

08660

KHAMBHATA, Bahramji Naoroji

2

I am optimist even in this dark period of history. We all should have full faith in God. Nothing to worry about fathers health.

000025715

11.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08368

ZAVERI, Gangaben B.

1

Do write to me.

000033403

11.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

Reference to letter to Sheetala Sahay and to Laxmi. Chhaganbhai's opinion re: food for prisoners- Jawar- write about your observation. Wheat, Bajri and Jawar- to be given turn by turn. Enquiry about Shankarbhai's health.- Reference to Ravjibhai's, Balabhadra, Ask Soman to write. Enquiry about Jamnas's health.

000018688

11.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11136

ALL INDIA VARNASHRAM SWARAJYA SANGH

1

Advise to corospond with Acharya Dhruva and arrange for the suggested discussion on the removal of untouchability and temple entry questions.

000032984

11.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01535

GANDHI, Prabhudas

4

I met both Sarojanidevi and Padma. I could not see Sheetala Sahay. Your attitude to and feeling for Padma was not exemplary. Both of you had been hiding your feelings for each other. We can think of something else for Padma. Sheetala Sahay is too unhappy. For you, the best thing is to get married. If you can find out a widow, it would be a good thing. Do whatever you think fit. The problem on conducting the Ashram would crop up. You may stay there for some time on a salary basis, and do Khadi work. I am not accusing you of anything, but only stating facts. Padma wants to write to you; she will do so through me. I have not still lost faith in you. Chhaganlal Joshi is here:

000024664

11.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00713

BAJAJ, Jamnalal

4

Instructions regarding diet. Advises to take more rest. Disapproves of his going to Europe for health but approves of Kamal Nayan going to Ceylon (and not South Africa) for study.

000018689

11.12.1932

01194

DUNICHAND

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

Concerning over Gandhiji's intended fast beginning from 2nd January on the issue of Guruvayur Temple-entry argues,"Age-long untouchability cannot be eredicated in a short time though the epic fast greatly stirred up the caste Hindu. No justification for staking life on the issue.'

000020010

11.12.1932

07107

COOK, Nilla Cram (Nila Nagini)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

6

Supplementing information about her work in Mysore state apprises date of her going to Poona in response to Gandhiji's invitation.

000018690

11.12.1932

11149

NEELA KANTAN

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Apprises Gandhiji howhis statement of proposing prayashchitta (i.e. repentance) by High Caste Hindus for their past conduct has irritated and excited Dirav B. Ramchandra Aiyyar the leader of the South Indian Brachmins and pushed him back to original uncomPromising position.

000025833

11.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01793

SHANTA

2

Inquires about her behaviour.

000022385

11.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08112

MULCHANDJI

1

Everything but god is illusory.

000021880

11.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

1

Approves of Dr. Sharma's coming to the Ashram provided he observes the rules Asks her not to expect long letters.

000028047

11.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07884

PADMA

2

Hope you are clam. Let me know if you wish to marry.

000024006

12.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08305

CHANDIWALA, Brijkrishna

1

Inquires about persons in and outside the jail.

000033404

12.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

1

Your letter dated 10th- Anxiety about Radha's fever : 103- Kusum seems to be improving. Pleas write details about Jethalal who died in Sabarmati. Received letters from Mithubehn, Bhansali and Kanti.

000018714

12.12.1932

07269

ROY, Bidhan Chandra (Dr.)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

I have submitted my resignation of the Presidentship of Bengal Prov. Anti-untouchability Board. There is constatutional difficulty however in carrying out your instructions to dissolve the board.

000020011

12.12.1932

10259

YATI PARAMHANSA PRADNANESHWAR

07110

WADIA, A. R.

23

Encloses to Prof. Wadia, the Hon secretary of Indian Philosophical congress, a synopsis of his thesis on Transmigration of the Individual soul 'for such action as he may deem proper.

000018699

13.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11156

SADASHIV RAOKARNAD

1

Referring to the news in his letter of the orthodox resentment shown even against Ba-g. advised "Anger can be conquered by want of it by the victim. In his ths matter of pure religion we dare not lose self control and retaliate in any shape or from".

000018698

13.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11155

RAO, K. Nageswar

1

Gandhiji sent his message for `Andhra Patrika' to the effect that Andhra should be to the fore in removing the bolt of untouchability on Hinduism. There is nothing to be sent to the press about suryanarayan Rao's interview.

000018697

13.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11154

PATWARDHAN, Appa Saheb

1

Explaining I. Gandhiji's position in disallowing him conservancy work adviser him to proper nounishment as prescribed by medical authorities.

000018695

13.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11135

VADIYA C.V. LASHKAR

2

expressing delight at his full and instructive letter Gandhiji desires tp see him and discuss the umtouchability problem with him if he could conveniently spare time for it. Meanwhile submits 15 questions for explanation.

000018696

13.12.1932

11153

RAO, K. Ramabhadra

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Yearning to work for the removal of untouchability but hindred by deadliest opposition from his illterate orthodex parents beseeches Gandhiji to show his duty and the way to fulfill his desire:

000018694

13.12.1932

11151

ALL INDIA VARNASHRAM SWARAJYA SANGH

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Intimating Gandhioji that they have written to Acharya Dhruva to arrange the proposed short narthw Assembly in yervda Jail and to fix the procedare deseires to know what Gandhiji propose to do about his intended fast incase the proposed discussion is not finished before 2nd January.

000025814

13.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02926

SOMAN

2

Tolerance may result in imbecility if we are not clear about duty. We cannot tolerate an insult which kills our soul provided we can ditinguish between soul and self-conceit.

000018749

13.12.1932

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

1

Malayalee will vote against temple-entry. That will make Gandhiji give up the idea of fasting and so save Gandhiji's life.

000023033

13.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07568

ALEXANDER, Horace G.

2

Conveys news and is glad that G's fast venture is appreciated.

000028648

14.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08682

BHAU

2

Non taking milk is our final goal but it is difficult to achieve it today. Hindus worship cow but do nothing to protest it. Go to Rajkot if you are not yet cured of your constipation.

000033405

14.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

4

Gandhiji's detailed instructions regarding food to be administered to sick persons and children. His suggestion re: wheat, bajri and jawar, rice and other carbohydrates- milk and fruits- Problem of Chharas. What did Mavlankar do about it ? Gandhiji's suggestions. Was Prema operated upon ?

000018701

14.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11158

RAY, MOTILAL

1

It is a ggod thing you have decided to see meand to bring pt. Panchavand Tarkaratna. But I want you to be quite sure of your foundation. No roomfor compromise on fundamentals.

000018700

14.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11157

DASS, SUNDER

1

In reply to Balmilk Achhut Mandal's secretary's letter of 8th inst. he is advised to see the local workersand fix the programme. Meanwhile desining infermotion on four heads.

000018702

14.12.1932

06649

ANANTA RAO, M. M.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Mr. Row of the Sanatan Dharma Agency differing from Gandhiji on the point of oneness orgues, "until realisation becomes complete, differentiation will exist. Suggesting to wire to any of the suggested 4 auhorities knowing about true orthodox opinion and to have their best Pandit nominated for the intended shastrartha conference.

000018703

14.12.1932

11160

PATWARDHAN G. H.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Drawing Gandhiji's attention to a Marathi newspaper's insinuating remark about Gandhiji's making Guruvayur Temple a life and death question, seeks enlightenment as to why he did not selct temple of Dakorji.

000018704

14.12.1932

05541

BIRLA, G. D.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Referring to the quarrel between Dr. Ray Satish Babu and suresh babu intimates that Dr. Ray;s resignation has been accepted, but the action instead of soothing the situation may cause a greater gulf between the various parties.

000018618

14.12.1932

11097

PERSOTAMDAS HARKISANDAS

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

5

Acknoleging Gandhiji's letter suggests to secure copies of Trust, deeds of charitable institution in Bombay through solicitiors firms and supplies names of solicitors and also of Hindu Othodox leaders.

000018707

14.12.1932

 

 

 

 

1

 

000018705

14.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

06670

MENON, Gopala

1

'I am glad that villagers are proving a tough job. It is good education for them and for us. The workers should neither lose faith in themselves not patience with the villagers."

000018706

14.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07755

BHAGVANDAS, Babu

1

Gandhiji does not remmber the purpose for which he might have instructed Devi Prasadji to ask him and Parmarth Babu to proceed to guruvayur. He wanted nerely Dhruvaji to do so as accredited agent of Malaviyaji. And yet if you come you are welcome.

000031091

15.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08922

RUKMINIBEN

1

Feels happy at her improving health. Gives Radhs's & Kusum's health news.

000024665

15.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00713

BAJAJ, Jamnalal

2

Sugar is only an agent in preparing the bread. I do not think it should be considered to be undereptable on that account, I do not of your going to Europe to cure: You of your ear trouble and of sending servants with Kamal Narayan.

000022591

15.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00394

ANDREWS, C. F.

1

Advises to stay where he is.

000018708

15.12.1932

02692

MOHANLAL

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Informs that himself being an Arya Samjist is keely interested in the movement. However in Punjab untouchability question is not so keen as in other parts of India.

000018709

15.12.1932

07401

MENON, C. Narayana

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Apprises Gandhiji of having sent a letter to Zamorian signed by 2354 students and professors requesting him to open the Guruvayur temple expects the same procedure to be copied elsewhere:

000018713

15.12.1932

11168

DAVARE, V. B.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Drawing Gandhiji's attention to Pt. Bhagwan Shastri's letter in connection with Shastrartha and paper propoganda by reformers requests Gandhiji to clarify the position matter at an early date.

000018710

15.12.1932

11165

IYER, R. SANKARA NARAYAN

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Disapproves Guruvayur referendum as it is limited only to Savarnas. Among Avarnas also there are temple goers who worship standing outside Guruvayur and feel that enterning is sinful and impious of enther a Harijan is born such and for that a Savarna cannot be blamed.

000018711

15.12.1932

11166

MALAVIYA, Radhakant

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

Referring to C.R's statement in press about the referendum draws Gandhiji's attention to Mr. Kalayana Rama's letter in the `Hindu' in which he has requested Gandhiji to make it clear whether the opinion of the majority of caste-Hindu will prevail with him or it is the opinion of the bonafide temple-goers only.

000018712

15.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04025

IYENGAR, A. RANGASWAMI

1

In reply to the letter enclosing a session Judge's commentary on the temple entry agitation Gandhiji stated that the reform was overdue and proposed fast put life into it.

000018720

15.12.1932

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

2

List of gentlemen to meet Gandhiji in Yeravda C. Prison on 15-12-32 for getting elucidation several points called from Dr. Ambedker's letter to Shri A. V. Thakkar.

000018715

15.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

05541

BIRLA, G. D.

2

Realizing the delicate position created in Bengal by his hasty letter Gandhiji apoligizes and withdraws his previous letter and requests Birla and Bidhan Roy to preserve status quo.

000022845

15.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08183

MAVALANKAR, G. V.

1

Gandhiji desires that any steps taken to combat Chhara trouble shoule be one that behaves the Ashram and that if there is no such remedy Ashram will tolerate them.

000025637

16.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08429

GOVERNMENT OF BOMBAY

1

Reminder of a letter requests for permission to see Jamnalalji.

000033406

16.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

Relieved to note that Premabehn had not to suffer much after the operation. I have written directly to Mavlankar about Chhara-problem. I wanted Leeladhar's father's name: Chhaganlal says that the Registers in the Ashram do not contain full names of the Ashramites. I feel that the Registers should be corrected to that extent by mentioning full names of the Ashramites and the place from where they come to aviod any problem in the future:

000018730

16.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11180

AYYAR, NeelaKantha NEELLEANTA

1

Sorry that Dewan Bahadur Ramachandra Aiyar should look at the Anti-untouchability movement in a bar goining spirit ab individual who is pious may have to perform prayashchitta for the sin of the class to which he belongs.

000018721

16.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11172

PHATAK, Haribhau

1

Gandhiji lives to him and to Devdhar the dicision about invitation and arrangements for quests including C. V. viridya for whom Gandhiji evinces great regards.

000018728

16.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11129

VARNASHRAM SWARAJYA SANGH

1

shastrarth meeting as proposed by Shastri Dharurker is kept on the 23rd. I do not think it will last very Long. The question of my fast therefore does not arise at ptesent.

000018725

16.12.1932

11175

SHASTRI, Bhagwan

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Quoting the gist of his interview with Gandhiji in Yervada jail urges by an open letter that on the ensuing 23rd both sides should submit their respective arguments in writing and arrive at definite conclusions on the spot.

000018726

16.12.1932

11176

PATWARDHAN R. V.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

6

enclosing a copy of Gandhiji reply in which he refut the charge of coercion, argaes that it was nothing out that, that no Sanatanist ever wishes Gandhiji's death and suggests 9 point constructive plan for achieving his object rather than threatening to fast.

000018723

16.12.1932

11174

IYER, T.S. KALYANA RAMA

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Quoting from Mr. C.R. Chari's letter in `Hindu' desises that strist orders be given to take votes of bonafide temple-goers only the best way of doing so is to collect their votes at the temple gates.

000018727

16.12.1932

11411

NATHAN J.A.V.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Editor of the `Justice' enclosing copy of `Justice' issue containing comments on Gandhiji's reply assures of strong support in the great movement for the purification of Hinduism.

000018729

16.12.1932

11179

MITTER, MANINDRA NATH

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Seceretary of Hindu MahaSabha in Bengal represents that pt. Tarkaratna and Motilal Roy who propose to meet you as representatives of Bengali Hindus on the question of temple-entry would be representing only the orthodox and conservative section and not the bulk of Hindu population.

000018719

16.12.1932

11171

MUKANDLAL

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

After supplying necesary information about the depressed class known as `Dom' and the higher costes known as `Biths' in U.P. gives idea of the caste distinction prevailing among the Doms themselves and hoe they shirk from entering innerpotions of the temples.

000018722

16.12.1932

11173

TALEGANKAR, R. B.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

Sevaral questions from r. B. Tolegaonkar and Answers there to by Gandhiji in connection with the removal of untouchability and temple entry movement.

000021628

16.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08017

MAN MOHAN DAS

1

Acknowledges letter and books. Nothing to worry about his health.

000026569

17.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08493

GANDHI, Sushila

2

Your place is with Manialal. And none of you can help me in my fast. So better decide to accompany him to South Africa.

000033407

17.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

1

Narayanappa want to come back to the Ashram. I have asked him to satisfy you first re: his honesty. It was good that you fasted. Don't take 'bajri' and 'jawar' if they don't suit you. Reference to Kusum's treatment by Dr. Talwalkar.- Reference to Shanta and Gangabehn.

000018736

17.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11183

ROW, M.M. ANANT

2

Drawing his attention to the incongouity of a religius body like Sanatan Dharma Agency using grotesquely ornament letter Gandhiji stated that himself entrtained no doubt about the correctness of his position and did not wish to worry the four shankaracharys as suggested by him.

000018731

17.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11147

AIYAR, M. Subrahmanya

2

Gandhiji quoting the saying that the things you cannot say and explain intelligibly well inside of an hour are not work saying or explaining renanse his office of one hour to him answering all the 15 question regrets to find that even leaned men throw themselves into rang over imaginary woe.

000018735

17.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01194

DUNICHAND

1

Jastifying his steps says it is God who is dealing with this body, and he will keep it intact against the whole world if he wants to use it for service and the whole world will not be all to keep it if God decides to take it away whatever God does will be for good.

000018724

17.12.1932

03141

VAIDYA C.V.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

12

Replying to Gandhiji's question says untouchability is based on birth just as all other varnas, still it does not exist outside the house nor in temples. Proposes see Gandhiji on Wednesday.

000018732

17.12.1932

11181

MATHEW P.K. ALWAYE

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

One of the greatest appreiators of Gandhiji's work for the Depressed classes expresses belief that Gandhiji's life is too precious to be risked for achieving a sham reform especially in Malabar where people that are treated as untouchables are not Hindus but aborigins by birth.

000018739

17.12.1932

11185

ROW, KOWTHA SURYANARAYANA

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

seeking guidance in the conduction of Sanatanist Leaders conference to be held under auspices of Swadharama Swarajya Sangh for arriving to some permanent understanding regarding untouchability and temple entry question besseeches Gandhiji to pur off or give up the idea of his fast.

000018738

17.12.1932

11184

KULKARNI, NARAYAN RAO

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Submitting difficulties created by villagers opposition in the way of social workers for the Harijan cause seeks Gandhiji's guidance.

000018737

17.12.1932

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

1

Copy of printed pamphkt issued by Wadhwan youth league refering to the hooliganisam practised by Sanatanists upon a peaceful meeting invites the youth of the city to gather the next day to prove their mettle and earnestness by facing greater hooliganisam.

000027495

17.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

05325

DUNICHAND, Lala

1

Original of M. 18735.

000018733

17.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

05377

DATTA, S. K.

1

Recalling memories of 88 knightbridge gives idea of his stovakian visi and philological discovery in gypsy language in which many words had originin Hindu.

000025366

18.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08397

KOTWAL

4

Deciding as to what is duty is really difficult. Appa Saheb's fast is neither for self nor for power. It is merely duty. Similarly Kelappan gave up fast at my advice. So in both cases I must be with them. However nothing is certain as yet.

000032302

18.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09248

PATEL, Chhotubhai

1

You have started good work. Do not expect much of advice from me. You will learn things yourself.

000023236

18.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09707

DASGUPTA, Satish

2

Acknowledges his failure to reconstitute the Board and advises to act as seems best.

000033408

18.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

Learnt about your illness. Dietary experiments you will take only milk and fruits at present. Vegetables may be added. If you feel the necessity of rice, do take it. There is nothing hard and fast about it. I stick to whatever I have stated in the case of Jamna.

000033776

18.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09802

JAMNA

1

I saw your letter alongwith other post. My advice is that you should go and stay elsewhere:

000018856

18.12.1932

11253

NIROD RARYANGUHA

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

23

Along but instructive well reasoned and sympathetic letter regarding guruvayur agitation and the course adpoted by Gandhiji.

000018741

18.12.1932

11186

VENKATA KRISHNAYYA, U.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

Recalling past memories of Gandhiji's visit in0929 touchs the topic of Guruvayoor temple entry and says it is creating a sort of stiffness in the orthodox section of Hindu community and the spirit which led to the Poona pact is now being weakened. Suggests a constructive programme to safeguard the present movement against the predominance of orthodoxy.

000018742

18.12.1932

11187

AIYAR, K. A. Krishna

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

5

The two village workers complain to Gandhiji's about manoeavers of referendum workers to obtain only one-sided notes.

000018743

18.12.1932

11188

SHATRI DARURKAR

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Suggests names of authentic books and procedure for discussion and decision. Desires to be apprised of Gandhiji's assent or dissent.

000018740

18.12.1932

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

1

2nd pamphelt inviting youths to attend meeting and to witness hooliganism on the part of Sanatanist fanatics likely to be practised on the presettled mass meeting in the interst of Harijan cause.

000023354

18.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08229

GULAB CHOKSI

1

Advises to leave margin on the left hand.

000026032

19.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

You better reread my letters. that will answer your querries.

000033409

19.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

I shall write to you about Mavlankar's letter after going though it. Let the German lady write to me. I hope you have fully recovered. Enclosed is Umedram's letter:- He wants to stay in the Ashram alongwith his childrem. He knows Ashram rules and he will observe them. I feel he may be allowed. But that is not binding on you. You have to take the final decision. Writing to Umedram.

000033149

19.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09764

LALBHAI, KASTURBHAI

1

Gandhiji sends his condolences to Kasturbhai Lalbhai on his mother's death.

000018744

19.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11189

GUHA NIROD RANJAN

1

Thanking for his long but instructive, well-reasoned and sympathetic letter says that even he could subscribe to almost all he has stated Gandhiji could consistently defend the course he has adopted

000018753

19.12.1932

11129

VARNASHRAM SWARAJYA SANGH

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Requesting Gandhiji not to mix up the discussion agreed with them with any other, asks to fix any date other than the 23rd and suggests the procedure to follow.

000018745

19.12.1932

11165

IYER, R. SANKARA NARAYAN

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

In continuation of his letter (SN18710) desiring to know the tenest of Hinduism Gandhiji believed in over the temple entry agitation submits several points for clarification.

000020012

19.12.1932

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

8

Anandshanker Dhruva's SPRUSHYASPRUSHYATVA MIMANSA i.e. studied views on the question of untouchability.

000024585

19.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07796

SHARMA, Sohanlal

2

Do peacefully what you can.

000018757

20.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11196

ROW, K. RAMABHADRA

1

In matters so deeply personal as you have stated, you must be the sole judge as to your duty.

000018758

20.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11140

JOSHI, G. N.

1

Nobody shoud brother to attend the meeting except the Pandits who are to take part in it.

000018759

20.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11197

NAIR, Vakkayil Achutan

1

Thaking for a copy of the plaint in the Guruvayur case requests for a more detailed history of the Temple as also its map with detailed specifications.

000018754

20.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11129

VARNASHRAM SWARAJYA SANGH

1

Requesting inability to fix day other than 23rd invites repersenttatives on 23rd to attend the dission and get day settled for separate discussion and difference regarding procedure:

000018756

20.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11160

PATWARDHAN G. H.

1

Refuting the charge of partiality, "Guruvayur was not my choice. It was trust upon me. If Dakorji had done like wise would have joyfully proclai med fast. I am in God,s hands like day in potter's."

000018760

20.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11176

PATWARDHAN R. V.

1

Behind each step and word there is preryerful deliberation. From Sanatanist friends I expect the same liberty of thought and action as they claim for themselves without mutual toleration no reform is ever possible.

000022608

20.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00394

ANDREWS, C. F.

2

Apprises about the coming fast which Gandhiji says is prompted by God Desires him to continue to stay there: Refers to his [C. F. Andrews] book "What I owe to Christ" and to the lunatic condition of his brother.

000018746

20.12.1932

11190

SAHU K. L.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

 

000018747

20.12.1932

11191

DEY PURNA CHANDRA

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Seceretary of the meeting conveys to Gandhiji resolution passed by the meeting under the presidentship of C.C. Roy the exmayor expressing the opinion on Guruvayur Temple-entry by Harijans and evincing distrustion Motilal Roy.

000018751

20.12.1932

11193

VAIDIK DHARMAVARDHINI SABHA

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Drawing attention to the partial result of the referendum requests Gandhiji to postpone the fast.

000018752

20.12.1932

11194

CHHAYA, BHUJANGILAL

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

Concerning his attraction and relations with manu.

000018764

20.12.1932

11199

VARADHARAJULU

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

We the students have sent an urgent request to Zamorian to throw open the gates of Guruvayur Temple. Our Local village temple is the foremost temple is south India opened all.

000018763

20.12.1932

11198

NARASIMHACHAR, G. V.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

expressing possibility of the temple of Laxmi Narayan being thrown open to the Harijan apprises that he himself believing in the spritual efficacy of fasting is beginning his faston 6th of January for which blessings are expected.

000018761

20.12.1932

11175

SHASTRI, Bhagwan

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Acknowlwdging Gandhiji's letter states that Pt. Davre's move was on his personal account, I am round to attend the conference on the 23rd.

000018748

20.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07351

DAVID, M. I.

1

Please prepared a complete scheme discuss at with Mathurdas and Jaisukhlal and then send it to me being hardly able to cope with the work day today, Wherever a good thing is suggested to me I straightway ask the suggester to present it to me ready made for putting my signature:

000018762

20.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

05541

BIRLA, G. D.

1

Gandhiji's hopes to have made ample amends for his presumption and not to repeat the folly.

000018755

20.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07655

SHASTRI, Ramgopal

1

Do not take trouble to come to Poona for attending Shastrartha especially in view of there beeing no change of acceptance of Arya Samajist interpretation by the Sanatanists.

000027685

21.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08595

PARIKH, Vanmala N.

1

Write to me with both the hands alternatively.

000029075

21.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08703

RATILAL MOTICHAND (Sheth)

1

Chhaganlal acknowledged that he hadevil habits in the past but I am afraid they still exist. I have told him all that was required to be told and he has agreed to give them up.

000033410

21.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

Prema was in a hurry to leave the hospital and return to the Ashram. She should start working only after full recovery. I shall write to you and about Mavlankar's letter on receiving it. Write to me about diet, that of Navin. Dhiru has not written to me since long. Don't stop anybody from writing to me, if one wants to do so.

000018765

21.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11024

MENON, Gopala

2

Drawing attention to Mr. Acharya,s charge of dis honest practices in taking referendum in Ponani Taluk.

000018772

21.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11201

MENON, K. RAMUNNI

1

Your letter containg invandus and inputation assure you that my fast is not meant for influenceing your decision, but to stir Hindus to action and that is happening day after day, although the fast has yet to come.

000018774

21.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11203

YATI PARAMAHAMSA PRAGNANESWAR

1

I read the dedicatory letter as also Swami Kunalyanand's but not the synopsis of your treatide on transmigration though the subject is fascinating.

000018773

21.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11202

MEHTA, Jaisukhlal Krishnalal

1

Gandhiji does not like that the Shastri or Dr. Kurtukoti should take trouble to go to Poona but want them shed-light on untouchability and temple-entry questions.

000018769

21.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11128

KARNAL SADASHIIVRAO ?

1

expressing gladness for keeping him well-posted with progress of work in Kerala Gandhiji praises the act of ignoring the assault on Ba advises him to be ever prepared for such things and to bear them without retalition.

000018766

21.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00790

RAJAGOPALACHARI, C.

1

enclosing a copy of 18765 invites his reactions.

000018770

21.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00790

RAJAGOPALACHARI, C.

1

Duplicate copy of S. N. 18766

000018771

21.12.1932

11129

VARNASHRAM SWARAJYA SANGH

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

expressing inability to attend on 23rd the General Seceretary and the Pandits having gone to Guruvayur, requests to fix date for separate conference with them. No difference in the arrangament already made.

000022847

21.12.1932

08184

VAGHELA, Keshavji G.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Complaints that a Barot who is a touchable is accepted as a validity nominated candidate for a seat reserved for the untouchables.

000018776

21.12.1932

11204

BHARGAVA, L.N.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

enclosing a copy of his letter to muttra Municipal Authorities suggesting to them to subtitute head-load buckets by hard driven trollies for Disposing off night-soils, the president of the servants of untouchable society requests Gandhiji to make a special mention there of in one of his statements.

000018775

21.12.1932

11129

VARNASHRAM SWARAJYA SANGH

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Confirming his wire refers to the agreement arrived at in convection with the religious discussion between them and wants to know if any more points are to be included.

000022848

21.12.1932

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

1

Analysis of voting.

000018767

21.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

06670

MENON, Gopala

1

Containing applause and warm congretulations for Mrs. Menon who was all the while found letter then himself in matters of tireless service and self-effacement.

000018768

21.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

05322

VENKATAPPAYYA, Konda

1

Reproaching sweetly for his quitly stealing into calicut without informing him inquires about his family's well being.

000031092

22.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08922

RUKMINIBEN

1

Inquires what news papers & other things she reads ? Gives his (G's) news & activities.

000018780

22.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11024

MENON, Gopala

1

Drawing his attention to the manifesto or notice issued by M.K. Acharya and the copy of the leaflet said to have been issued by him Gandhiji request him to sent his comments on it.

000018781

22.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11208

DIWAN CHAND

1

It was wrong thinking that the Guruyaur was the only Temple left to be opened fast being not his own act, when it comes it would be impossible to avoid it.

000018778

22.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11206

GHARPURE J. R.

1

Regretting that his wire put Mr. Ghorpure to unnecessary trouble intimates that nothing beeing certain about the meeting on 23rd inst. he and Swami need not take trouble to go to Poona.

000018782

22.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11185

ROW, KOWTHA SURYANARAYANA

1

Gandhiji agreeing with most of the things he mentioned stated "Untouchability of a type is not only to be found in our sastras but is universal. But that is untouchability not attaching to birth but to work or occupation. My fast is belived to be spritual both in intention and end."

000018783

22.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11129

VARNASHRAM SWARAJYA SANGH

1

It would be in possible to get together agains the Padits for discussion. I have no interest other than elucidation of truth.

000018777

22.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11205

MATTHEW P. K.

1

Gandhiji does not regard Pulaya and other depressed classes as aboriging and complains that it is tragre that though they are Hindus they are being treated as depressed. What is needed is change of heart on part of caste Hindus. Risking his life not for achieving asham but for achieving on behalf of Harijans a substantial things from a religious stand point.

000018779

22.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01385

THADANI, N. V.

1

Thanking principal Ramjas college Delhi, for enclosing the copy of resolution passed by the staff and student, and the letter addressed to zamorian Gandhiji expect there earmest services will follow.

000018785

22.12.1932

11209

BAMBHONIA, NAGARDAS K.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

As invited by Gandhiji to submit his say n writting puts down Sanatanist objection to temple entry by Harijans ans Sanatanist belief of party and sanctaty and request Gandhiji to cease from the temple entry movement a together.

000018786

22.12.1932

11211

VENKATA RATNAM

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

You say your impending fast is to sitmulate the workers. how can workers who are in jail respond to from call.

000018784

22.12.1932

11226

SHENAI P. P.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Two Madaraes request Gandhiji to explain how he is justyfy in reshorting to fast as means of solving a problem. Does the imperding fast not amount to moral conflict if not coercion.

000021632

22.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08018

ALAM, Mohammad (Dr.)

1

Advises not to write himself if he is under prohinition order and suggests dictation of letters to his wife, and that too in Urdu so that Gandhiji can have free lessons in Urdu !

000018788

23.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11212

SEN, S.

1

 

000018789

23.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11179

MITTER, MANINDRA NATH

1

I feel you are inder ostimating Motilal Roy. " He is a veteran reformer. He has come here not to create obstandes but to help. I would ask you to utilise his setvices."

000020013

23.12.1932

07107

COOK, Nilla Cram (Nila Nagini)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

6

Explaining reasons of her postponement of her Poona visit on the given date gives idea of her immediate engagements amongst untouchable community in Bangalore:

000018790

23.12.1932

11213

MURTI N. NARAYAN

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

The grate temple at Behrampore that was laid open to Harijans on the occasion of Gandhiji's visit still continues to remain open.

000009582

23.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01808

TYABJI, Abbas S.

1

There is the negative satisfaction that had you not even gone, even Rs.17/- would not have been collected. To collect money in days of depression and that too for anti-untouchability work is like drawing a live tooth. Please send me description of the rowdysm, at Wadhwan.

000018787

23.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02692

MOHANLAL

1

It may be very little there but even that has got to be cradicated. Every province has to shaw an absolutely clean state.

000020014

23.12.1932

00000

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7

Shidhar Shastri Pathak and Shri Krishna Tansukha Mishra's studied views on untouchability. Untouchability is because of vocation and not of birth.

000027067

23.12.1932

00000

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1

A Christmas story caricuturing Gandhiji as a starved man and devouring meat etc. in the hospital.

000022846

23.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08183

MAVALANKAR, G. V.

1

Encloses 22847 with a request to do the needful.

000025638

24.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08418

BHANDARI (Major)

3

The number of the Shastris was large but I could not make it small especially as they represent the opposition, you may obtain order for Government if need be.

000033411

24.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

Reference to Narayanppa, Mavlankar, Surendra, Ramdas,- it is learnt tht Tara and Vasumati are in Thana. Mahalaxmi must also be there only. Prema should control herself, particularly in expressing her thoughts and writing about others. Several false complaints againts Chhaganlal by her.

000018795

24.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11216

RAO, T. B. Keshava

1

There should be no fast by anybody in connection with temple entry in any place till the Guruvayur question was finally settled.

000018796

24.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11217

VENKATA KRISHNAYYA

1

I am trying my utmost to avoiad friction between the orthodox and the reformers but it is difficult on all occasions to avoid it. It would be wise and economical if the suggestions were sent in writing.

000018791

24.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11214

VENKATRAMAN

1

Yours letter reached me after my wofe arrived here: If had come earlier I would have asked her to see me. to see ponnamal.

000018797

24.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11218

VARADARAJULU ?

1

andhiji evinces inability to endorse his intended action of fasting in respect of temple-entry. Advises to abandon the idea and to try still more to convince the oppenents of reform.

000018808

24.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11191

DEY PURNA CHANDRA

1

"Why do you think that the proceeding s of the meeting organised under the aegies of Prabartaka Sangha were amanocuver of Moti Babu? It would be wrong to regard him a hindrance to the progress of the movement for the removal of untouchability.

000018804

24.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11174

IYER, T.S. KALYANA RAMA

1

Gandhiji clearing the doubts raised with regards bonafides of the referendum declares that referendum by it self is not going to decide the Guruvayur Temple-entry question, but is a material factor in helping to decide whether the contemplated fast is to be taken or postponed.

000018801

24.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11166

MALAVIYA, Radhakant

1

Gandhiji assures that if the referendum is found a bogus affair or otherwise improper he shall have no hesitation postponing the fast.

000018803

24.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11165

IYER, R. SANKARA NARAYAN

1

Gandhiji explaining his position and interpretation of shastras in matter of untouchability and temple entry argues, Any interprection in consistent with truth is unacceplable. If your applicatication of law of karma is to hold good sacrifice becomes a meaningless term and help given by one person to another and pure animal act. I do not believe in castes but do believe in Varnashrama a totally different institution frfom the modern castes."

000018794

24.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11193

VAIDIK DHARMAVARDHINI SABHA

1

Thanks for supplying the population figures of Ponani Taluka which would prove helpful when the result of the referndum was received.

000018798

24.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11219

NARSIMHACHAR, G. V.

1

Gandhiji evinces inability to endorse his intendedd action of fasting in respect of tenple entry. Adives to abondon the idea and to try still more to convince the oppenents of reform.

000018799

24.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11220

CANON, W. E.S. (Rev.)

1

Appreciating there activities hopes the number of volunteers will increase and all will work regularly.

000018800

24.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11221

MUKANDILAL

1

Only by persistent and gentle effort the deep-rooted evil can be removaled. As to proposed scholarships he is advised to discuss his project with Pt. Kunzru.

000018806

24.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11223

NARAYAN RAO KULKARNI

1

In case boycott by villagers the untouchables should vacate, the village. And in case of boycott of wokers if the continued their services without retaliation the opposition will dieout.

000018802

24.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11024

MENON, Gopala

1

Will you please read the enclosed letter about the lady mentioned there in and tell me all about her and whether the statements mede in the letter are true?

000018793

24.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00584

RAJAN, T. S. S. (Dr.)

1

enclosing a letter received from srirangam asked for report.

000018792

24.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00790

RAJAGOPALACHARI, C.

1

If removal of untouchability is accepted as necessary giving of some hock to orthodoxy is inevitable. That is the prise that every reform has exacted.

000018810

24.12.1932

11224

BIRLA, G. D.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

In view of the expected favourable result of Guru-vayur referendum Mr. Birla feelingly argues that Gandhiji cannot begain his fast until the Government had given their decision which is not likely before 15th.

000018807

24.12.1932

11129

VARNASHRAM SWARAJYA SANGH

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

Requesting Gandhiji to fix aome day after 10th prose for discussion with the Pandits suggests principal points for mutual agreement and expects that Gandhiji would retrace his steps in case there Pandits fail in establishing their view.

000018811

24.12.1932

05377

DATTA, S. K.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

In view of Gandhiji's approaching fast desirex to know from him what help he can render in the cause of the Harijan, (a Christian).

000018873

24.12.1932

00000

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12

Correspondence between Gandhiji and the seceratary of All India Varnashram Swarajya Sangh regarding shastrartha as to temple entry by Harijans.

000018809

24.12.1932

00000

"BLANK"

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1

Statement by Bhagwan Shastri Dharurekar protesting against press note in connection with the Shastrarth conference in Yeravda C. Person on 23rd. He himself was not there as a representative of Sanatananists but discussed matters only in his individual capacity. Gandhiji's statement therefore need not be considered as a final agreement. It is merely his personal view on the point.

000016894

24.12.1932

00000

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4

Reporting full text of Samuel Horare's speech at the third Round table conference in which he evaded the suggestion to release Gandhiji.

000018805

24.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07401

MENON, C. Narayana

1

Inform that the principal use of Guruvayoour referendum was the satisfaction of his own conscience.

000021771

24.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08075

RAO, KESHAV T. B.

1

Original of 18795

000025716

25.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08368

ZAVERI, Gangaben B.

1

Good you write etc.

000028652

25.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08682

BHAU

2

Your duty is to carry out instructions prescribed by the doctor and the institution which looks after you.

000033778

25.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09802

JAMNA

1

I am thinking about Purushottam. He should improve his health by going to one of the health resorts. Almora, or Hajira near Surat, or Lonavla. How about your health ?

000033412

25.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

Go through my letter to Radha and Prema. Amtussalaam wants to go out for health reasons. She may be allowed to do so. About Mavlankar's letter I shall write to you later. I hope you have recovered fully. Reference to Purushottam and Jamna.

000023237

25.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09707

DASGUPTA, Satish

1

Informs that Gandhiji withdrew his and advise and aplogised for them as Dr. Roy resented them. Advises to act as he thinks best. Approves of their renunciation if it done willingly and therefore brings happiness both physical and mental.

000018814

25.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11190

SAHU K. L.

1

Appreciating their gift of flowers as a token of affection wishes them to follow up the gift by making necessary changes in their lives.

000018813

25.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11226

SHENAI P. P.

1

My fast is a process of purification and penance, everything else flows from that fundamental fast.

000018815

25.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11174

IYER, T.S. KALYANA RAMA

1

Copy of letter in reply to his long letter concerning untouchability and Temple Entry copy of 23237

000009663

25.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01274

TYABJI, Raihana (Miss)

2

You came but I could not talk. You passed letters surreptitiously but I shall declare then. How fine it would be if you were here to recite your bhajans ! Did you not take sufficient advantage of Poona climate.

000018812

25.12.1932

07368

ROY, Bidhan Chandra (Dr.)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

Assuring Gandhiji of his fidelity wrote. "We are nearer to each other and I refuse to be separated If the complaint against me be that I am not able to work with all parties then I plead quilty to the charge".

000025834

25.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01793

SHANTA

2

I do not approve of your behaviour in general and taking away others in particular especially without informing me.

000018816

25.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03231

SATISH BABU

1

Copy of 23237

000020015

25.12.1932

00000

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4

Copy of Marathi weekly 'Pandhari Mitra' dated 25-12-32

000022445

25.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08112

MULCHANDJI

1

No answers is complete when the question refers to a creation of God.

000018819

26.12.1932

11229

SHANGAL MADHUSUDANAN

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Giving idea of the Yogakheman conference of namboodri Brahmans in kerala the president forwards the resolution (passed by the conference) favouring the removal of untouchability and deprecating an against temple-entry. Requests Gandhiji and Kelappan to give up idea of fasting.

000022382

26.12.1932

08112

MULCHANDJI

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Questions regarding inter marriage etc. with Harijans.

000018817

26.12.1932

11132

MADHAVAN

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

8

Supplying inbrief history of Guruvayoor temple and geogrephy of its surroundings gives idea of Zamorian's getting supremacy in the temple management resume the suspended fast right on 2nd January.

000018818

26.12.1932

11228

SARASWATI G.S.B. SWAMY

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

In view of Gandhiji's advice to the all India Anti-untouchability Board, Bombay to teach the public that temnple-entry is very essential for the removal of untouchability the Swami giving idea of his efforts in Andhralesa in that direction shows readiness to work uigorously under aegis of Anti-Untouchability Board. Forwards a copy of `panchamula Chritra' a book about Harijans.

000018820

26.12.1932

00000

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2

Proceedings of the shastrartha meeting with Pandit Dharurkar Bhagwan Shastri held on 26th and 28th December 1932.

000022849

26.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08183

MAVALANKAR, G. V.

2

Makes it clear that Gandhiji did not think he (Correspondent) took a wrong step.

000024016

27.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08305

CHANDIWALA, Brijkrishna

1

Desires not to worry about Gandhi's impending fast which is not yet a certainty securing entry to temples to Harijans is the first thing to be achieved.

000018824

27.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11233

RAMASWAMI, M. R.

1

Referring to the so called abuses for Sanatanists by reformers Gandhiji invites specific instances opines that it is not open to those who have no faith in temple worship to join the movement for Temple Entry.

000018828

27.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11235

BHARGAVA, L. N.

1

Gandhiji promises to deal with the subject of substitution of headload buekets by hand-driven trollies for disposal of noght soil Regarding temple entry question he is advised to approach the gosSwamis in a courteous and sympathetic spirit.

000018827

27.12.1932

03141

VAIDYA C.V.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Quoting scriptural authorits nullipres Dharurker's the objections to temple entry by Harijans.

000018826

27.12.1932

11234

RAMACHANDRA G.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

5

enclosing a rough outline of the comntemplated "Residential, Industrial, Educational instition" as per Gandhiji's directions invites his suggestion there to enclose cutting of quotations from Gandhiji's writing in young India by a Sanatanist friend. Refutes charges against his own character and conduct.

000018823

27.12.1932

11232

DHARMA VIR

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Thanking for the inspiring massage on the Jayanti the organising secretary of the Swami shraddhanand Memorial Trust encloses copy of the programme of the shraddhanand week celebration.

000018822

27.12.1932

11231

MADHUVAN

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

Encloses a plan of the Guruvayur temple prepared by a friend. The measurements to be ascertained and communicated later on.

000018886

27.12.1932

11261

BOYS OF DEYAS

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Seek Gandhiji's advice with regards conduction of a night school for Harijans working since nine months.

000018821

27.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07662

SHYAMLAL

1

I have sent the English article for the Dalit Sevak some days ago to Birlaji see that no mistakes occur, either of grammar or spelling.

000018825

27.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

05541

BIRLA, G. D.

1

"The dazzle of my presence is really a greater embarrassment to me than to friends like you" Regarding Bengal Anti-untouchability Board controversy he wrote, "How could I help Dr. Roy in securing the co-operation of Babu suresh and Satish? I would like you to understand the motive underlying the first letter of mine to Dr. Bidhan Roy" The English edition should bewell brought out.

000018831

28.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11174

IYER, T.S. KALYANA RAMA

1

sorry I cannot give a detailed reply please a wait the statements issued by me from time to time.

000018835

28.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11238

KANNAN, E.

1

In reply to his long letter regarding individual cases of hardship Gandhiji advises to see the local leaders and understand their reasons, As regards dectorate controversy he is intimated that the yervda pact is in every way much better than the premier's scheme.

000018833

28.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11411

NATHAN J.A.V.

1

Thanks for his assurance of support in the great reform movement.

000018830

28.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

11236

SWAMINATHAN M.

1

contact the secretary of the Anti-untouchability provincial Board giving him your credentials accompanied by introduction.

000032705

28.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

14053

BANKER, Shankerlal G.

1

Ref. to the Majoor Harijan Samiti and the other committee led by Sharadaben and others. No opposition between the two. Shankerlal to write to Gandhiji regarding "Harijan" matters.

000022921

28.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00394

ANDREWS, C. F.

1

In all humility G. affairs that he is only an instrument in the hands of God.

000018837

28.12.1932

11240

TRIVEDI, M. B.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Invites Gandhiji;s sattention to the practive of daily worship by orthodox Brahmins of some vaishnava saints from Harijans in the famous "Malkopa Temple" in Bangalore City.

000018836

28.12.1932

07205

SUBBAROYAN P.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Apprising Gandhiji of the prospects of obtaining Governor general's sanction to the untouchability removal bill introduced by him in Madras he gislative council entreats Gandhiji to give up the idea of fasting and to await results.

000018838

28.12.1932

11241

MASCREEN, Peter J.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

Human life in this word in like student's life and as such Harijans being in the lowest from cannot enter temples for worshipping along with caste Hindus Doors of catholicism are ever open to seeking souls.

000018829

28.12.1932

11176

PATWARDHAN R. V.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

8

Thanking Gandhiji's for his replies to his previous letters disvalues importance of the shastrartha conference as the debaters were not well matched and submits eight suggestions for being answered by Gandhiji in a full statement solicits Gandhiji to leave orthodox Hindus undistarbed on Temple entry issue and organise a Nava-Hindu society under his own leadership if need be.

000018834

28.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02172

DEAR SISTER

1

Acknowledging receipt of loving letters laden with sacred cards each bearing some verce or proverb written by an English lady votary, Gandhiji thanks her for her gift of rs. 6/- for Harijan cause.

000018750

28.12.1932

00000

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3

Statement of results of the referendum on the question of Guruvayur Temple-entry.

000020016

28.12.1932

00000

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2

An authorised translation of an important part of Gandhiji's statement for Hindi news papers wherein three types of untouchability as ordained by religious scriptures are explained published under the signature of eight learned Pandits.

000020017

28.12.1932

00000

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13

Gujarati Marathi and Hindi translation of serial Number 20016

000018839

28.12.1932

11242

INSPECTOR-GENERAL OF PRISONS

08247

SUPDT

1

Points raised by Gandhiji are under consideration of the India government and the decision will not be unnecessarly delayed.

000018832

28.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

05541

BIRLA, G. D.

1

Inquiring about a draft for rs. 42-0-3 sent by the seceretary of the friends of India society of London.

000027720

29.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08597

BHAGWANJI

1

I do not consider it proper to interfere in the matter from here and I do not know anything about it.

000033413

29.12.1932

03268

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

1

I am writing to you because Bapu has not been able to dictate his usual letter to you. Writing as per his instructions. Not undertaking fast at present. taking less milk- decrease in weight by 1 1/2 lbs. Health good. Elbow pain remains as it is. Not writing to Kakasaheb as he is to come. Anandi was to come on 29-30. She did not turn up. German lady Spingle had come to see Gandhiji.

000033779

29.12.1932

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09802

JAMNA

3

I liked your letter. I have like your frankness. You should follow it in your daily life. I hope Bombay-weather is suitable. Gangaben's house at Borivli. You should also try Vijapur. Duty of wife towards husband and vice versa. Both have equal rights.

000018842

29.12.1932

00918

CHINTAMANI, C. Y.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

expressing feeling of relife of the newa of Gandhiji's not fasting on Monday hopes that there may be no occasion for him to embark on fast at any time in his opinion fasting like this does amount to moral coercion.

000018844

29.12.1932

07139

SHARMA, AVADHESH PRASAD

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

In continuation of his letter (serial No. 18651) Bhart dharma Mahamandal encloses a copy of their circular no 592 in English with a request to study the whole leterature that hasbeen forwarded and to grasp the view point of Sanatanists requests to give up unnecessary interference with their religious freedom.

000018840

29.12.1932

11244

RAMAN INDIRA

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Acharya India Raman Shastri evincing afflication on the thought of separation from Gandhiji after more than a week furnishes his introduction and addresses.

000018843

29.12.1932

11247

MANICKAM M.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Quoting intance of so called squatting satyagrapha by Buddhist, Roman catholic Christians and moslems on the temple entry issue M. Manickam president of the Nehru Sangham of colombo desires to ascertain from Gandhiji whether such attempts were justifiable.

000018841

29.12.1932

11245

NARAYANA RAJU

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Apprising of D. Lakamamma's intention to go on fast on 2nd January for Harijans entry in Guruvayur Temple solicits permission for her to do so ( To the lady pray do not fast writing)

000018848

30.12.1932

03266

BHAVE, Vinoba

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Apprising Gandhiji of his having shifted to Nalwadi village ingarited absobeteky by Harijans give idea of his devotion to Gandhiji his austerity in observibng various vows and constantly craving for Gandhiji's blessings.

000018846

30.12.1932

04397

GANGA RAM

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Secretary of Arya Megh uddhar Sabha refreshing memories of Gandhiji's sialkot visit some 13 years back encloses 2 copies of the latest report of their work for the uplift of the depressed classes and requests earnestly to postpone the idea of keeping fast for the second time.

000018849

30.12.1932

11217

VENKATA KRISHNAYYA

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Apprising Gandhiji of his having returnted to Guntur from Mardas after taking Urmila Devi's leave delights at the news of Gandhiji's postpone ment of the fast and hopes that no occasions will arise to resort to it.

000018847

30.12.1932

11250

CHHOTELAJI

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Supplies news of health and dietetic experiments of Balkoba, Vinoba and self.

000020020

30.12.1932

00000

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English translation of a statement given by Pandit Dharurkar Shastri to dissuade him, Gandhi from his demand of the temple entry by the untouchables.

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30.12.1932

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C. V. Vaidya's views on untouchability in light of Shastras, submitted to Gandhiji.

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30.12.1932

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An Engkish pamphlet giving account of the work done by Gujarat Anti-untouchability League during two months.

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30.12.1932

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Answer to Gandhi's ten questions to Sanatanists on the question of untouchability submitted by Harinandan Jha and Upadhyaya K.J.

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30.12.1932

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SAFIA ELINA

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Undecipherable (may be on Hindustan).

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31.12.1932

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RUERSUAGESSER EMST

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Calls old Germans as real Arish (Arya ?) Informs his own fighting for Truth, freedom etc. of Arish people calling it same as G's struggle. Calls his G's Buddhas Christs etc.'s spirit to be the Arish. Wished to write more:

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31.12.1932

11252

SEN, Bireswar

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GANDHI, M. K.

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Comparing temple property with the individual house property upholds prohibition of temple entry to Harijans, But wishes success to Gandhiji's attempts for Harijan uplift in general.

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31.12.1932

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PARDY (Dr. and Mrs.) & FAMILY

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GANDHI, M. K.

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Christmas and New year greeting cards friend in England.

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31.12.1932

11260

VAIDYESHWARI PRASAD

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GANDHI, M. K.

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Secretary of servant of untouchables society submits a short account of what chapra did on the 18th The All India untouchability Day.

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31.12.1932

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Report submitted by Shyamji Nanji Marwadi of the Harijan in Bombay city.

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31.12.1932

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A colour poster related with Guruvayur agitation representing equality of all human beings in god's eyes.

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31.12.1932

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Statistic from census report of 1921 showing the waste of Rs. 6oo crores year by each person or on each function.

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31.12.1932

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Statistic of untouchable population in Poona District and also some parts of the Bombay presidency, giving idea of their education and economical condition.

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31.12.1932

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Appeal to Barbers to co-operate in the untouchability removal movement by withdrawing restrictions against Harijans customers.

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31.12.1932

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Graft copy probably of an article by Gandhiji explaining why he calls him self a Sanatanist.

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31.12.1932

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Expression of opinion in Sanskrit about 3kinds of untouchability and the means to get rid of them.

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31.12.1932

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Extracts from the book "castes and tribes of southern India." in connection with the depressed classed of parayans. chakkiliyans etc.

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31.12.1932

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Lord William Bentinck's remarks on the draft regulation for the abolition of sati which he submitted for approval of Indian council.

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31.12.1932

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A cartoon with the caption "The simplest solution of Indian question make Gandhi the Viceory of India.

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31.12.1932

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Plaint referred to in serial no. 18759 in connection with Guruvayur temple property and its mismanagement in the court of the subordinate judge of palghat.

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31.12.1932

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Some questions presented by Gandhiji in Hindi and answered by (Babu) Bhageandas in Sanskrit.

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31.12.1932

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Expression of opinion in Sanskrit about 3 kinds of untouchability and the means to get rid of them.