000028058

01.01.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08567

SARASWATI ?

2

You are a knave. Kanti was to be there for one month Now you want him to stay longer. Do not do that.

000023623

01.01.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09051

GANDHI, Laxmi Devadas

1

Desires her to give up sorrow.

000028336

09.01.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

4

I am well and not well. The blood pressure goes up at the slightest pretext come here when you can. Expect you at Haripura. Why do you not submit to naturopathy ?

000011586

10.01.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

2

Your reply to the critic is not satisfactory show the article to kaka who according to the writer is his friend.

000011517

10.01.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

Hakimji is a naturopath and a poor man's doctor. Do try him.

000011587

11.01.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

Rahul's is unsuitable. Article about Ahimsa has been corrected wire condolences to Jawaharlal.

000028337

21.01.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

4

I told Lord Lothian why you did not wish to be on the committee.

000028338

22.01.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

1

Awaiting your reply.

000029611

23.01.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04285

KALELKAR, Kaka

1

re: some resolution.

000027863

25.01.1938

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

02389

PATTANI, Prabhashankar (Sir)

1

Gandhiji is alright. Indentds to attend Haripura session.

000011589

30.01.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

Herewith your notes etc. etc. Send Rajkumari as soon as the comes.

000032092

31.01.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09016

KUMARAPPA, J. C.

1

Ganshiji takes it that as in Lucknow in Haripura also there will be a guide to the exhibition with map, He also wants it to be much better than what it was last time. Refernce to Rajkuman's coming that night.

000011588

31.01.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

2

Do write again and again even if I disapprove the writing, for only will show how for you have imbibed my views. Do not give up walking exercise.

000032107

02.02.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09016

KUMARAPPA, J. C.

3

Gandhiji regretted that he took too long a time write the Foreword (enclosed with the letter) The matter was delayed for he wanted to go through the whole book. Now Gandhiji was ill and the doctors have advised complete rest. Hence complete silence is also enjoined. Gandhiji sent the Foreward with thoudand apologies.

000026636

03.02.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10439

GANDHI, Manilal & Sushila

1

Welcome to all.

000024964

03.02.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00502

SUNDARAM

2

Why don't you wish to live long ? Inquires about Malaviyaji.

000027864

04.02.1938

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

02389

PATTANI, Prabhashankar (Sir)

3

DEsirebes nature cure measures taken by Gandhiji and recomends Dr. Dinsha for that or better Gandhiji himself when he comes to Haripura.

000029613

05.02.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04285

KALELKAR, Kaka

1

Finds difficulty in writing introduction to the syllebus he (Kaka) brought from Aligarh.

000011590

08.02.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

Here is the article talked with the Japanese and the Bengali. Shall meet you at the station.

000023043

08.02.1938

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

07568

ALEXANDER, Horace G.

2

Informs that the Shurges will be welcome and that Lord Zothian who spent there days here seemed to be a spiritual man.

000022008

11.02.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

1

Hopes she is well.

000031327

13.02.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08091

LILAVATI

1

Giving his blood prossure figures of the day says he (G) exerted himself a bit more: Other congress news.

000022014

13.02.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

1

Conveys news.

000025009

15.02.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10426

DUDABHAI

2

Advises not to grieve over her death and not to remarry unless he cannot lead a chaste life.

000022009

15.02.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10348

AMTUSSALAAM AND LILA

1

Conveys news about his health.

00022009A

16.02.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08091

LILAVATI

1

Conveys news about his health and asks for their.

000022010

16.02.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08091

LILAVATI

1

Conveys and inquires news about health.

00022010A

16.02.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08091

LILAVATI

1

Conveys news abouat his health and asks for their.

000022007

18.02.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

1

Conveys personal news.

000011591

23.02.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

Good you did not come as I wanted to sleep. Sushila came with a car.

000023687

05.03.1938

05285

SHAMLAL

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Your efforts have put new life in the released prisoners. They have now no faith in violence. Please ask Rajagopalachariar C. to pass order of release of Madras prisoner confined in Punjab Jails.

000011592

07.03.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

Herewith the matter Hope it is readable. Gole's letter is funny. Do you know Bhansali commenced taking food ? Nanavati is ill.

000027531

08.03.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08565

LAXMINARAYANJI

1

I will call sharda when both of you permit. I trust in nature cure but not in Hakimji.

000009518

13.03.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01804

PATEL, Shivabhai G.

2

Do not expect condolences. Your duty is to bring up the child and not to think of remarriage. However if this is beyond your capability. Do the need full but do not deceive yourself

00023687A

14.03.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00402

RAJAGOPALACHARI, C.

1

Forwarding 23687 presses for their release.

000011593

14.03.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

Have corrected but not much. We did not experience earthquake.

000023482

14.03.1938

07849

KASTURBA

01815

DESAI, Kusum

2

Conveys news about Gandhiji's health and some persons.

000022542

14.03.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08148

MALKANI, N. R. (Prof.)

1

The letter of introduction.

000022541

14.03.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08148

MALKANI, N. R. (Prof.)

1

Encloses a letter of introduction on the eve of his voyage to Europe.

000031951

22.03.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

As Gandhiji forgot to take his ink-pot with him he wrote this letter with a pencial. Gandhiji's staying away from Seagon was likely to be prolonged. If he was to go anywhere for months together, then would take Mira with him. He was likely to come back to Calcutta for the cwc meeting. Even though he was having some B.P. trouble, Gandhiji kept good health. Reference to kanu who apperared to be thoughtcess but he was slowely shaping.

000028910

22.03.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

2

Sorry I have to write in pencil. You may send in names of capable women. Biirjkishore's estimate of facts and events is not quite correct etc.

000022020

25.03.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

1

You can certainly go to Bombay.

000031952

28.03.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

Perspiration due to hot weather. Port it was good gor Gandhiji's BP. trouble.Reference to Kasturba & others who have goen to pure and to Vijaya and Munnalal being helped by Mira. Gandhiji to return to Calcutta on 1st or a day earlier. REference to Amtussalam who has gone to Bombay. Reference to Tulsi Maher, Kanti Fiedman and Uma Devi who are all with Gandhiji.

000028983

28.03.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08700

PATEL, Vijayaben Narainbhai

2

Sorry I could not write earlier. But you should not cease writing. Do keep up your health.

000028911

28.03.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

2

You will have all the quidance that you want. The exhibition here is very good. Be strict with Vijaya Singh. Ofcourse village work is an uphill task.

000025270

28.03.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

2

I did not like your sudden departure but we have to do many such things out of duty I will be at Calcutta for three or more days. Do write there:

000026056

31.03.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08471

AGRAVAL, K. C.

2

You may come but I cannot guarantee payment and you will have to do the alloted work.

000024420

31.03.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08340

KRISHNACHANDRA

2

Dictating terms for Krishnachandra's stay at Segaon Asks him to go there by April 15th.

000028071

31.03.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08567

SARASWATI ?

1

Ba and muself felt disappointed as you could not come.

000011594

31.03.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

7

A fine morning gift. One error not timely corrected will be repeated thousand times Am prepared however to put up with your thousand errors rather part with you. Better to die at the hand of a devotee than foreign life at the hands of the opponent. Gandhiji then sweetly and respectfully points out his errors regarding to Puri pilgrimage.

000031328

31.03.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08091

LILAVATI

2

(1) Gives instructions re her work at Ashram. (2) advises not to speak without thinking treat servants as own little brothers & sisters, & be cordial with Miraben etc.

000022011

31.03.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

2

I am surprised that you are not satisfied with letters written in Sushila's hand writing good your tonsils are removed.

000028912

01.04.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

1

Wire health.

000024086

01.04.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08305

CHANDIWALA, Brijkrishna

1

Opines that Gandhiji is not perfect. So he should imbide only that which is good in Gandhiji and not crave to live with him.

000028914

02.04.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

4

Wire your health. You have light and air but no good water and earth. I am alright. Only Ba's entry into Puri temple upset me much etc.

000028913

02.04.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

1

Health alright.

000022021

02.04.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

1

Glad you discharge Health alright.

000031953

04.04.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

3

Gandhiji stay is being unduly prolonged. Gandhiji wants Mira not to worry over his being away from Seagon or over his health. For every thing, we are in God's health.

000028339

04.04.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

4

My break down was more mental than physical.However I am recovering from the shock.Can you take up some work in the Punjab ?

000024087

05.04.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08305

CHANDIWALA, Brijkrishna

1

I showed myself as I was. Do come to Segaon when you want to.

000031954

06.04.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

6th April was a day of fasting and prayer. Gandhiji would leave the place laste by 12th or even earlier. Regarding Gandhijie's health Mira will get details from Sushila. Gandhiji hopes Kann is keeping good health and suggests treatment for kann to fight heat.

000028340

07.04.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

2

Do not listen to alarming reports.

000028915

08.04.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

2

Tell Pant that you did not agree to pay every year. Your hand are too full with your work to leave you time for other work.

000028916

08.04.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

1

Health alright. Do not trust newspapers.

000028984

09.04.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08700

PATEL, Vijayaben Narainbhai

2

Wait if you can, till I come there:

000026985

11.04.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08527

MAHMUD, Syed (Dr.)

4

Sorry I cannot occassion. Hope illiteracy will be benished from Bihar. Asks begun to remove Purdha as Condition for extending invitation to him.

000028917

13.04.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

1

Reaching Delhi etc.

000028341

13.04.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

4

I am going to Delhi and Wardha you will learn about negotiations later on. The task is difficult but I hope to achieve if my appeal for restraint is heeded etc.

000025271

13.04.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

2

Inquires about health & gives instructions to write and keep up health. Gives his programme.

000029081

14.04.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08703

RATILAL MOTICHAND (Sheth)

1

It is true his position is weak. Does he listen to you ?

000033651

14.04.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

1

Enclosed letter for Ratubhai- Kanaiya is doing well. I am not able to attend to him as much as I should do. Lot of work can be taken from him. How about you ? Kamla must be giving full satisfaction. Reaching Wardha day after tomorrow. Writing in the train.

000029892

14.04.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04285

KALELKAR, Kaka

2

Wishes progress in spirit & health along with addresses effort for intellect.

000028342

16.04.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

2

I am well. Talk with the Vice roy was merely exchange of views Mahadev is in N. W. F. P. keep up your health.

000031106

17.04.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08925

ANANDBHAI

2

Wishes them both (husband wife ?) to serve more & more: advises to recite & contemplate 12th chapter of Gita daily.

000028918

18.04.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

1

Talk not unsuccessful.

000032093

18.04.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09016

KUMARAPPA, J. C.

1

Gandhiji suggested that meeting be held at 3p.m. on 21st or between 6-30 a.m. and 7a.m. Gandhiji wants Kumarappa to talk to him about finance etc. Necessary to have a joint committee for the museum. Rajkumari coming on 22nd Kumarappa asked to receive her ans send her to Gandhiji's place.

000024747

23.04.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00713

BAJAJ, Jamnalal

1

Coming on 28th Read and send enclosed letter to Vallabhbhai.

000027977

24.04.1938

02840

MIRABEN

08608

BARR, F. Mary (Miss)

4

Gandhiji is undergoing mental strain as he has to see Jinnah going to the Frontier is not yet Certain.It is very hot here:

000028919

02.05.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

1

Health good etc.

000028920

03.05.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

1

Go and frame conclusion.

000023483

03.05.1938

07849

KASTURBA

01815

DESAI, Kusum

2

Conveys news about Gandhiji's health and some persons.

000028921

07.05.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

5

Yes, I am anxious. Your analysis is good But let us not despair and lose faith.

000031955

08.05.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

1

Refering to the work he was doing Gandhiji says even if it is accompanied by pain he reioices in it. Reference to letter from Mira's brother in law converging the news of death of Mira's sister. Gandhiji says that we have to reconcile to death for it is a translation of a better state.

000031329

11.05.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08091

LILAVATI

2

Hopes she will gain steadiness of mind gradually by observing rules in all matters. Gives news around him.

000028922

12.05.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

1

Arrived. Frontire visit was necessary.

000028985

14.05.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08700

PATEL, Vijayaben Narainbhai

1

Gives news and inquires about her health.

000030499

14.05.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08812

SHAH, Munnalal

2

advises (1) Not to meet Kanchan (his wife) alone & touch each other (2) Not to supress sex forcefully. Feels its observance possible only when one realises life can't be shapped without it.

000023743

14.05.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00778

GANDHI, Devdas

2

Informs that as there is neither pressure nor congestion and as the climate is agreeable. Gandhiji is O. K. Fears negotiations with Mr. Jinnah will break as the Muslim Leauge claims to be the sole represnetative of the Muslims.

000028923

16.05.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

4

Difficulties are arising. Let us see how we face them. Mirza must yield to the popular will.

000023688

16.05.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09172

RAJAGOPALACHARI, C.

2

Inquires if it is desired that Gandhiji should take note of the flagrant breach; and the cause of failure:

000011595

16.05.1938

01239

PYARELAL (Nayyar)

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

Sorry I did not write I have cleaved the position etc.

000028924

18.05.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

1

Health so so. Will have to stay longer.

000023689

21.05.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09172

RAJAGOPALACHARI, C.

2

Inquires if learning of Hindi is enforced on Muslim children in Madras as complained of by Mr. Jinnah. Desires views on Jawaharlal's opinion that ban on communist party should be lifted as the party does not preach violence and as violence as such can be dralt with under the common law.

000028343

22.05.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

8

Here I fell mentally happy and am better. Jinnah is a tough customer and if other leaguers are such settlement is an impossibility. But there may be unilateral undertaking etc.

000028925

23.05.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

1

Received your wire: Am awaiting your letter.

000024749

23.05.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00713

BAJAJ, Jamnalal

1

Jajuji should only watch and if the municipality is not able to remove the dirt he should resign.

000024748

23.05.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00713

BAJAJ, Jamnalal

1

Gosibehan's mother died. Send a telegram of consolation.

000028989

24.05.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08700

PATEL, Vijayaben Narainbhai

1

Do try to build up your body.

000028369

26.05.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

2

Submit cheerfully to injustices but never do so to others. I am ashamed of my hot temper with some persons.

000028986

26.05.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08700

PATEL, Vijayaben Narainbhai

1

Do not worry about your fever.

000022012

26.05.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

1

Inquires about health and treatment.

000028987

27.05.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08700

PATEL, Vijayaben Narainbhai

1

Do get well soon. We shall forget the past.

000025274

27.05.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

1

He and Saraswati left for Trivandrum etc.

000028990

28.05.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08700

PATEL, Vijayaben Narainbhai

1

I am sending Amtu Salam. Do follow the doctors instructions.

000022272

28.05.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

1

Informs that he will stay as long as the doctor desires.

000028992

29.05.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08700

PATEL, Vijayaben Narainbhai

1

Do not worry if nurse have to be changed Come only if the doctor permits.

000028991

29.05.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08700

PATEL, Vijayaben Narainbhai

1

Lilavati will replace Amtu Salam. Hope you are better.

000009424

29.05.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01794

ANNAPURNABEN ?

1

Received your gift of cloth but how many years have you completed ?

000022013

29.05.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

1

Personal news.

000024422

30.05.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08340

KRISHNACHANDRA

1

No scope for any Modification in your timetabel talk cease teaching Sharda. Your food expenses can be found but not that for books.

000026058

30.05.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08471

AGRAVAL, K. C.

1

Duplicate of 24422

000032457

30.05.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09049

KANTILAL

2

Gandhiji advises Kanti to complete the studies first, before getting married. Similarly, if Amtussalaam Salaam wants to marry and study also, she should also complete her studies first before marriage.

000011596

31.05.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

Read your letter, let mine be posted. no misunderstanding on my part. Let me act in my own way for the present.

000023116

31.05.1938

07638

HARRISON, Agatha (Miss)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Inquires if remour that G contemplates a visit is correct.

000026059

01.06.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08471

AGRAVAL, K. C.

3

Duplicate of 24423

000024423

01.06.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08340

KRISHNACHANDRA

3

Money for food and clothing can be taken from relatives if they willngly otherwise may be borne by the Ashram About Books expenses no questions upto two rupees, for more better consult to me.

000027013

02.06.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08527

MAHMUD, Syed (Dr.)

2

Postpone it tell the rains are over otherwise you will be uncomfortable here:

000023117

02.06.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07638

HARRISON, Agatha (Miss)

1

The romour is baseless.

000031330

03.06.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08091

LILAVATI

1

Asks to stay there till Durga recovers. Gives Kanchan's news.

000026057

04.06.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08471

AGRAVAL, K. C.

2

Duplicate of 24421

000024421

04.06.1938

00423

MANILAL JADJAVJI

08340

KRISHNACHANDRA

2

Desiring to seek verbally rather than by letters, G. explains the philosophy of passions and sexual unions for be getting off spiring. Those who mate only for having children and otherwise live as brothers and sisters, canbe called fully celebate.

000030497

04.06.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08812

SHAH, Munnalal

1

Opines that a perfect Brahmchari should remain disapossionate in all circumstances. Feels believeing nobody can reach that stage means abandoing struggle for Brahmacharya. Says shall now know what exactly hindered my progress as I have stopped woman's touch.

000026637

05.06.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00660

GANDHI, Manilal

4

A journal should do without advertisements. And if at all they are taken the amount should go to reduce the subscription rates : Let Sushila and children come here as easily as possible. Do not worry about them.

000026638

06.06.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08496

SOUTH AFRICAN INDIANS

1

Remain united and maintain self respect.

000026640

06.06.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00660

GANDHI, Manilal

1

Herewith the message.

000028771

06.06.1938

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

31

After Sabarmati Ashram was disbanded we are all moving Ashrams. So rules etc, should be observed. Harijans should be employed as servants as a last resort. Takli is more universal than Charka and so should be adopted by all. We should be able to minimise our wants. So extra furniture should be removed We should not be rude to the neighbouring villages. We should maintain cleanliness and not waste water, be perfectly Ahimsak even towards scorpians, robbers etc etc.

000023044

06.06.1938

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

07568

ALEXANDER, Horace G.

1

While welcoming the correspondent's effort to put before the public the efforts of the first congress ministry G. is painfully aware about the internal crisis caused by the shallow thanking and acting of congress ministers.

000024750

11.06.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00713

BAJAJ, Jamnalal

2

It will have to be held back. I do not think. I cannot stick to something I say, because others do not approve of it.

000023524

11.06.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08233

BALVANTSINH

6

Gandhiji clarifies that his decision in 1935 not to keep his hand on the soulder of a woman was not a vow to do so in future; This he does not because he wants physical support for if that were so the shoulder of a man would be enough. But being subject to tender and pure feelings he keeps his hands on shoulders of a woman. According to Gandhiji there is nothing wrong in touching a pure woman by a pure man. Gives a list of women whom he allowed to attend him in his bath which he took in a naked condition. Gandhiji says he would not allowe them unless their relations were pure: Somelines even men attended. Explanations are unnecessary when thought and deed are pure:

000026641

12.06.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08493

GANDHI, Sushila

1

Come here when you are free from there:

000028926

17.06.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

4

I dislike our women seeking aid from outside. League of Nations' propaganda will turn the attention of our women from here and themeselves to other directions.

000011638

17.06.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

You sleep heartily That means use worry to the mind no use overworking Should I look for an assistant ? Lilavati is useless here will she feel happy there ?

000011637

17.06.1938

01057

PATEL, Vallabhbhai (Sardar)

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

My whole programme is upset This president unlike the last one. Never writes and hence we are put to inconvenience.

000011597

18.06.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

Herewith two articles. The Hindi matter need not be printed but Rajaji may be warned privately. Good you are coaching Babla.

000011598

18.06.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

In reply to Mahadev's expression of inability and want of time to educate his son. Gandhiji Questions, how does a carpenter fund time to prepare his son in his art ? Prove yourself an ideal father. The very idea is enough to give you sound sleep.

000024424

20.06.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08340

KRISHNACHANDRA

1

Besides the girls there may be one male member with me. I need their support Sushila is an expert massagists you learn it by massaging Kanu.

000026060

20.06.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08471

AGRAVAL, K. C.

1

Duplicate of 24424

000025362

20.06.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08397

KOTWAL

1

Open the temple of others join you and law permits.

000031956

20.06.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

1

Ganshiji & others reached four hours Late. Reference to Mahadev who took the jounmey quite well, and to shraddha who suffered beeause of journey.Weather is too hot.

000025275

20.06.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

4

Unless you stick to one place letters. cannot reach you. Sushila is here etc.

000031143

20.06.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

05269

SHAH, Fulchand

2

Feels no need of inquiring re: certain matter Asks to improve health.

000027449

22.06.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02721

JOSHI, Chhaganlal Nathubhai

2

I realize I should have collected as colleagues those who would act as I direct. This was done. The result if I am tolerant to the colleagues and myself commit hugh mistake. I do not think Gijubhai will be suitable for the Wardha scheme of basic education.

000028344

23.06.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

2

boycott should be non-violent and directed towards one who does wrong. In such a case it becomes a duty and must be performed.

000022015

23.06.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

2

Advises to be patient and not to worry about finances. Advises that she may meet Muslim Leauge people and even eat with them if they invite. She should carry on khadi work without any ill feeling.

000032458

24.06.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09049

KANTILAL

2

If Kanti wants that Amtal Salaam should be sent to him, then it can be done only with the permission of the parents, but Gandhiji would do it most reluctantly in case Kanti is not able to have mental peace without her. Gandhiji wants Kanti to write to him without any inhibitions.

000011600

24.06.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

2

Hope you are new clam Wire Kanti as per text. I am reading Dhanmapad.

000028927

25.06.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

4

I am regular in dealing with post. I was skilful in nursing. Subhash is here:

000011599

25.06.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

See Kantis letter, wire Ramachandran look Sarpagandha last night. Pressure reduced to 180:102. Must lessen work. Was the paper about marriage ceremony given kaka ?

000032459

25.06.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00416

GANDHI, Chhaganlal K.

2

Gandhiji came to know from Kann about the illness of Krishnadas. Tuberculosis is suspected. - If so, please take him to Rajkot for diagnosis and treatment. Gandhiji's suggestions regarding diet and rest.

000028928

27.06.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

2

Kallenbach's nience is here but to her the climate is trying etc.

000029610

27.06.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04285

KALELKAR, Kaka

1

advises to omit the sentence about Hindi from his (kaka"s) articles if it was for Tamil Sangh work.

000026642

30.06.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08493

GANDHI, Sushila

2

Stay there if necessary. But not unless it is necessary. Decide for yourself.

000028929

30.06.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

2

My statement is not yet quite finalised etc.

000023647

30.06.1938

10395

GANDHI, Kasturba (Mrs.) & M. K.

04535

LAXMI

3

Gives news abour various persons and inquires about them.

000027452

01.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02721

JOSHI, Chhaganlal Nathubhai

6

True I have given up doing so but that has nothing to do with my ideal of Brahmacharya. It was rather to please the public. You can tell the Muni that in spite of your living with me you are sometimes unable to understand my notions etc.

000025072

01.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

4

Your wroth is inmerited. I know you have been so trained that you can work anywhere etc.

000029608

01.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04285

KALELKAR, Kaka

1

Asks to persuade Miraben himself as G's persuading will mean an order.

000025071

01.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

2

Do not worry. Come as early as you can etc.

000028930

02.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

2

A new phase is coming over me. But be patient.

000025050

02.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08392

PARMAR, Lalji K.

1

Has learnt and can teach about singing Deserves encouragement.

000011601

04.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

Win sonding whatever is ready with kaka move hereafter. Day before yesterday's conversation proved beneficial to me shall discuss about it later on.

000024751

04.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00713

BAJAJ, Jamnalal

1

Send the car if you can.

000011602

04.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

My stars seem unfavourable. But they can be mended by surrendering to god.

000028345

08.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

4

I began work among women in the prime of my youth and that too with the poorest and not the intelectuals My appeal is to the heart and I have no gift of approching the rich.

000030685

08.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08849

RAMANIK

2

To fall ill or to recover is not in our hand but keeping equanimity in all circumstances remember God & maintain inner joy is certainly in our hand.

000023525

08.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08233

BALVANTSINH

2

Copulation without the intention of procreation is waste of semen and therefore a breach of the vow of Brahcharya. On the other hand, those who mate only when they wish to procreate and abstain otherwise are complete celebrates.

000033652

09.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

1

You are trying to achieve greater and greater things year by year on the occasion of "Rentia Baras". We should do as much as possible. We should also see to it that the person doing spinning work for eight hours a day should at least get eight annas a day.

000023770

09.07.1938

01057

PATEL, Vallabhbhai (Sardar)

00778

GANDHI, Devdas

1

Informs that dishonest propaganda cannot coerce him to past with the money for being used otherwise.

000029607

09.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04285

KALELKAR, Kaka

1

Invites to discuss (some) Policy which requires very careful thinking.

000033659

09.07.1938

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

00000

"BLANK"

3

Narandas Gandhi issued an appeal to all students, teachers of Rastriya Shala, and Ashramites, members of Gandhi Seva Sangh and others to join the year long programme of spinning. All who join should take a vow to spin for a minimum time per day and as much as possible, if they can afford to give more time, starting from "Bhadrapada Krishna- 13" (22-09-1938).

000031331

10.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08091

LILAVATI

1

Asking not to be over impatient, prefers her coming to G. without neglecting her health or work.

000028931

11.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

4

Do not allow your immagination to run riot. I am well. I have best weight but that is insutable in a B. P. Patient. I am well looked after. Hanna has come to gain experieca. Do keep up your health.

000011603

11.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

2

Did you see Lilavati's letter ? If not, will gather its purport from my reply to her. Mira is laid with malaria An sending that draft meant for Jawahar.

000031332

11.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08091

LILAVATI

2

Rebuking her for not Realising her freedom to do whatever she likes, aks to come to G. if she wishes.

000011604

12.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

2

Kanu will stay and help you till Kanti is away. Is Lilavati of any help ? Do not overstrain Yourself my silence will continue till I am mentally at ease.

000028346

13.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

4

I have not organised even intellectual men why talk of intellectual women ? I cannot accept the charge that I have neglected women.

000011605

13.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

Forwarded Agatha's letter to Ghanashyamdas Birla with a request to finance her trip. Do not forget to bring Jambu of its seeds at least.

000031547

13.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08091

LILAVATI

1

advises to preserve peace of mind & come to G when free.

000011606

15.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

Do not forget to bring liquid Parafin for Mira if not already brought. Hope you have referred to Vyas with regard to seed nuts of rose apples and also instructed Bombay agent to stop fruit parcels.

000028932

17.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

2

You are misinformed. My silence is self imposed and flexible.

000011607

17.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

(1) Herewith the corrected article on Khadi. (2) Hope you have followed my instructions. Constipation must go.

000028993

18.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08700

PATEL, Vijayaben Narainbhai

1

Hope you reached safely. Remain clam.

000028070

18.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08567

SARASWATI ?

2

Mind your studies come where Permitted by Kanti and mamaji. To serve those who are not our relatives is true service.

000024425

18.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08340

KRISHNACHANDRA

1

From the view point of Celibacy your question is irrelevant. Anything done passionlessly and without attachament is consistent with the spirit of Barhmcharya Right of animal virility is no breach of Celibacy.

000028072

18.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08567

SARASWATI ?

2

Separation from Kanti has to be borne bravely. Shushila and Arun has come.

000026061

18.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

Duplicate of 24425

000030495

18.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08812

SHAH, Munnalal

1

Opines that certain inconveniences are to be enduraed & at times gets solved while enduring. Feels his interference improper in such matters. advises to find his way lovefully.

000009672

18.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01274

TYABJI, Raihana (Miss)

1

When will you come to Singh ? Johra and Shankat came here for two days.

000025276

18.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

2

Do not think only the educated are intelligent. And even now you can start study if you want to etc. etc.

000033653

19.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

"Harijan Bandhu" sent in complete as per your suggestion. If people come forward, you can take up Harijan- work in the Harijan locality. But on the occasion of "Rentia Baras", mainly concentrate on spinning wheel. About Purushottam, I shall write in my letter to Jamna.

000011609

19.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

Instructions regarding despatch of letters sent. Refers again to the Danish gentleman.

000011608

19.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

Do not come when there is no work. I like the Danish Engineer.

000026643

19.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00660

GANDHI, Manilal

2

I understand your agony. Do as you please after proper thinking. Do not worry about us gives news about othersand sevagram.

000027450

19.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02721

JOSHI, Chhaganlal Nathubhai

2

Minister can be criticized openly with due discretion and after personal discussion. See next "Harijan" for the rest.

000024426

21.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08340

KRISHNACHANDRA

2

expressing opinion about the desire for proeration G. said that all my views need not be regarded absolutely authoritative they are out come. A experience and intellectually but those that are not acceptable to heart or intellect must be descarded.

000026062

21.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

2

Duplicate of 24426

000028994

21.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08700

PATEL, Vijayaben Narainbhai

1

Amrutlal will send you the name of the medicine. Do regain the lost weight.

000023624

21.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00778

GANDHI, Devdas

2

The letter by "Fair Play" re Shveb should not have been published in the H. T. without first showing it to him. Do publish Shveb's reply we are on our test.

000025278

22.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08394

JAIPRAKASH NARAYAN

2

Even for your work care of the body is necessary.

000011610

22.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

These three remained here through mistake. Arrange to receive Rajkumari Coming tomorrow.

000031548

22.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08091

LILAVATI

1

Approves her taking tea if necessary to move beowels.

000021824

22.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08077

RAMESHWARDAS

2

It is impossible to remain unbrent if you are in the mere desire and no effort to escape will not do.

000025277

22.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

2

Enclosed is a letter for J. P. Satyagraha Can'tbe done without asking me Gives instructions and details of his diet.

000028347

23.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

1

Do not come to night Weather is very bad.

000028073

23.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08567

SARASWATI ?

2

Even if call you here you will not have peace without Kanti. Do not harass Kanti and allow him to study give up your madness and foolishness. Write to me daily if you like.

000011611

23.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

Good you did not come. Khan Saheb and Rajkumari also need not come at night. It is all water here:

000026063

24.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08471

AGRAVAL, K. C.

1

Duplicate of 24427

000028348

24.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

1

Sorry yesterday's note could not be sent. If you come to-day afternoon my weekly silence would have commenced.

000028995

24.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08700

PATEL, Vijayaben Narainbhai

2

I would worry if you cannot regain health even when there:

000024427

24.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08340

KRISHNACHANDRA

1

There is nothing wrong in desaire to have children we do not wish to remain state.

000011614

24.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

Supplying text of wire for Zakir Husain wishing fulfilment of expectations to his institution.

000011612

24.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

2

I do not like. that all should come here in this weather. So I shall come there tomorrow. Vallabhbhai may wire to Raja just as he wishes.

000011613

24.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

Inform Narahari that Parnerker cannot be spared. Trivedi's man may be recommended. Settle finally with Jugatram. I did fear about Khare:

000023526

24.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08233

BALVANTSINH

1

Gives institution regarding some work.

000028996

27.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08700

PATEL, Vijayaben Narainbhai

2

Try to know the Vaidya's prescription etc.

000023155

27.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

05932

MATHEW, P. G. (Prof.)

2

Acknowledges receipt of his letter and inquires about him and his mother.

000028933

29.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

2

All well here: I am very busy etc.

000023527

29.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08233

BALVANTSINH

1

Advises to try to curb anger.

000011615

30.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

Herewith my letter to Doctor Khare: Enclose copy of my statement. Hope Lilavati is improving.

000024752

30.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00713

BAJAJ, Jamnalal

1

Come if you want to Kishorilal also is coming, but that should not come in your way.

000028934

31.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

2

We are all well. News about Hanna. Khan Saheb etc.

000028074

31.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08567

SARASWATI ?

2

I hope you are now having peace. Why loose patience ? Take daily food and improve health. News about others.

000011616

31.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

My reply to Khare must be forwarded today. What a pitiable condition ? Strange "Hindu" sided with the governor.

000011617

31.07.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

Yours received A bundle of letters is sent with Rajaram. Herewith some more: Rajkumari arrived safely. No trouble form the Satyagrahis.

000029778

01.08.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

1

Suggests to visit Travancore & Kathiawar.

000028997

01.08.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08700

PATEL, Vijayaben Narainbhai

1

News about incomers and outgoers.

000011618

01.08.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

Have written a very long article still to be typed and Narahari's article, shall read all your posts. God knows when I can write about picketing.

000011619

01.08.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

That detenue you as well as the Japanese want to come with us. Both may come if they can provide finances.

000028075

05.08.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08567

SARASWATI ?

2

Why is Kanti anxious ? I think you are indeed foolish. Inquires about her daily routin of work. Kaka Saheb has got Cholera but perhaps he will be saved.

000031067

05.08.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10542

BAJAJ, Radhakrishna

1

Asks to give chakraiya what he needs & inquires about Anasuya (his wife) & the child.

000032674

05.08.1938

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

09191

PARDESHI, Shanta (Smt)

2

Your letter. Bapuji's blessings are with you. You continue to write poetry through which you can continue to serve. But greater than that would be service of the poor which may be borne in mind.

000028998

06.08.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08700

PATEL, Vijayaben Narainbhai

2

Kaka saheb is suffering from cholera others also. I am very busy.

000026064

06.08.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08471

AGRAVAL, K. C.

1

Duplicate of 24428

000024428

06.08.1938

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08340

KRISHNACHANDRA

1

Instructions re: service at night and sleep, about a medicinal preparation, and bleeding piles.

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06.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

09842

HARSHADA DIWANJI

2

Received your gift. It is said that ladies have a habit of concealing their age. You have proved the belief to be true. blessings for completing a hundred years. Try to spin more yarn- a hundred threads more per day. You may come here whenever you like.

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07.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

08812

SHAH, Munnalal

1

(1) Gives Instructions regarding handaling vegetables. (2) Opines that a lantern for everybody is luxury. Should think what pear do and try to live as they live.

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07.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

10542

BAJAJ, Radhakrishna

1

Feels bad for detaining the car yesterday for whole due to his (G's) own fault. Feels helpless for his (G's) memory slip.

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07.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

3

Santok's denial has upset me much, but perhaps I am on test. Return all the matters if you cannot get them fysed there: A new case of cholera took place milk for chimanlal will be sent from here:

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07.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

02658

'DEAR SISTER'

2

You would not distrust me, if you knew of my intimate relations with Parsees. I have no grudge against Nariman. Whatever is decided about him is justifiable in view of his gross blunders.

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07.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

2

It is not good that you are not keeping alright. Come here from Malabar. Gives account of the lavoe of colera and associates.

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09.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

00660

GANDHI, Manilal

4

Mr. Kallenbach's suggestion depends on my capacity to send good teachers of the right type who are rare to be found. Hence I feel it will be difficult to run the school. If people area really ready to bear the loss, it is your duty to run "Indian Opinion". Then Sushila should come tHerewith Arun and Sita will stay here: Give up the idea to see elders often.

000028999

10.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

08700

PATEL, Vijayaben Narainbhai

1

Kaka is better. No danger I am well.

000011622

10.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

2

You acted right by about that "private matter" Eggs may be sold or donated to the hospital. Saw Nana last night.

000011644

10.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

Sushila is coming. Detain her if necessary. If left to me I would treat you simply. fruit juices, earth and water.

000011623

11.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

Send the accompanying letter to Jairamdas and wire as per text.

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12.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

08567

SARASWATI ?

2

If you cannot keep peace it will spoil your and Kanti's life. Do see Kanti at your earliest but with due respect for religion and social limitations I am pained this time with this your letter.

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13.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

Herewith the articles. Agatha's ought to have gone along with Birla's. Pyarelal's temperature 100-6. Seems exceedingly weak.

000011625

14.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

Do worry for me and that can lessen my worries ! My detachment seems to be shallow otherwise why should ? Worry about Pyarelal ? Wire 'Hindu' as per text.

000011626

15.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

Pyarelal's temperature is rising but is cheerful and Sushila nurses him She attends to Cholera cases also in the village. May god protect both. Wire mathuradas per text. Do bring the Australian.

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16.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

08091

LILAVATI

2

(M.K.G.) (1) Asks not to be unhappy as Dr. (Jeevarj) is not blaming G (for ?) (Pyarelal) (1) Encloses Dr. Jeevarj's letter on G re: her conversation with Dr. Gives G's health news.

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17.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

2

It continues but there is no fear. You left here your glasses and some papers. do maintain your health.

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17.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

08471

AGRAVAL, K. C.

1

Hope you will stay for some days etc.

000028936

17.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

1

All improving

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18.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

08700

PATEL, Vijayaben Narainbhai

1

Patients leave me no time for speaking. That consumes my energy.

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18.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

08812

SHAH, Munnalal

1

advises personally to go and inquire about Gajanan's illness and find out if he wants anything.

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19.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

08812

SHAH, Munnalal

2

Advice to relieve Salekar to bring medicine & to put Rajbhusan in his place.

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19.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

2

How can we distinguish between Maharashtra and Gujarat ? No question of your coming for present. Pyarelal does not accept service from anybody other than Sushila Lilavati may be tolerated.

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20.08.1938

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

08608

BARR, F. Mary (Miss)

2

Gives news. Gandhiji thinks that rather than slaying the rats we should do away with the need for staying. Frontier visit is not yet certain.

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20.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

1

condition of patients good. Wish you success.

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20.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

2

Hope my letters reach you. Pyarelal is better. Hope you will succeed in your mission. Do visit Cape and Raman Mahardhi.

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20.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

08715

GORPADE PRAVATIDEVI MUDHOL

2

Congratulation for introducing the reforms and granting concession.

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20.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

08493

GANDHI, Sushila

2

I am observing semi! silence. So probably you do not get much from me. I wish you do some more study and fit yourself for Gujarati editorship of "Indian Opinion".

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20.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

07171

SHAMLAL, Lala

2

Advises the hunger strikers to give up the fast informs G. will do his best for their release.

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21.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

08700

PATEL, Vijayaben Narainbhai

1

I am well. Pyarelal is still feverish.

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21.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

08812

SHAH, Munnalal

1

advises to install handloom in the new building. Asks to inquire about Bankelal's working.

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21.08.1938

03268

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

03165

DEAR FRIEND

2

Writting on G's behalf rebukes addressee for accusing G of supporting Shukla Mishra & Mehta as they were slavishly loyal to G & doing unjustice to messrs Nirman & Khara. Feels addressees has misunderstood the facts Says. G is sure he is just & has misunderstood the facts says. G's is sure he is just & has served both & The Nation too.

000011628

22.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

An sending whatever is ready. cannot follow what you say about the hotel matter, Nagpur matter. I shall look at it at night.

000011629

23.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

What a horrible lie by Sentinel I how to reply ? Better to disregard such lies. Unable to send per Prabhadayal the "Pilgrina" matter. Bring or send Bhimanlal in car or Ganga.

000011630

23.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

Sushila suggests you can go to Bombay and then join me at Delhi. But why not wait if they are coming here ? Do not worry about 'Harijan'.

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23.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

08233

BALVANTSINH

1

Gives instructions regarding departure of som.

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24.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

08568

PRITHVI SINGH, Sardar

4

True non-violence in thought is difficult but that alone con lead to real non-violence. We have to try for it etc.

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24.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

1

God will slove difficulties. Patients progressing.

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24.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

1

All well here:

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24.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

Fresh ginger required for Pyarelal. No vegetable soup, but whey only.

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24.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

Pyarelal better today. Slept well. No ice necessary Wire Rajkumari as per text. Understood, about Maharashtra Lilavati ought to have endured detention today.

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25.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

Act after deleberation. That will please me.

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25.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

06972

GANESAN, S.

1

Be at peace with yourself. Good you withdrew your letter.

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26.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

09016

KUMARAPPA, J. C.

1

Ganshiji wants Kumarappa to tell Bharatan tahe he is (is Gandhiji) was pleased to his good article in the Aryan Path.

000011634

26.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

Nimoo reminding for money. Pyarelal can be said now freed form fever sort. Do not come unless necessary and do not overwork.

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26.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

2

Ice not required now. Ramachandra and Rajkumari may be wired as per text.

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27.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

00778

GANDHI, Devdas

4

Agrees that Khan Saheb is simple and striaight forward believes everything that comes from one whom he trusts and nothing from one whom he does not trust. Conveys news about Pyarelal.

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28.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

04285

KALELKAR, Kaka

1

(1) Says A patients duty is not to endure anything silently which is ignorance not courage. (2) re: glucose injections suggests hot water fomentation.

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29.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

08305

CHANDIWALA, Brijkrishna

1

Condelance on the death of his mother,

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29.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

00660

GANDHI, Manilal

4

"Indian Opinion" may be continued if there is a demand or help. You need not beg for it. Due to my dining separately and silence. I am not able to guide Sushila much.

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30.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

Rajkumari Amrit Kaur- born in 1887- daughter of Raja Sir Harnam Singh, uncle of Maharaja of Kapurthala- educated in England for 8 years. Leading part in women's activites since 1928- President of All- India Mahila Mandal.- wears Khadi since years - members of Association of Rural Industries. Ask Chhaganlal to go a head with Kathiawar tour. Tour to be postponed if weather not conducive.

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30.08.1938

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

03165

DEAR FRIEND

2

Says G is pleased to know that you see your mistake & hopes you will one day realise G's good will towards congress, Nation & Dr Khara behind his advice to working committee.

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30.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

2

Happiness and misery are our own creations. Why not arrange to come here:

000025355

31.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

08396

BHARATAN

1

Ramdas Gulate's report about deferts in the building is enclosed. See what is to be done.

000033655

31.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

1

Enclosed is a cheqe from Gokaldas. Send him a receipt from there: Manju has not replied to my letter. Enquiry about Jamna what news from Harakhchand. Wish you a long life.

000011636

31.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

I am dreaming about you for the last six or seven days. You asked for Kanu to massage your aching legs and I said you should not over walk.

000011635

31.08.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

Hope Lilavati reached safely. Ask Jawahar to wire Indira's health Kishorelal's article may be published as it is. Did you remit money to Nimoo ?

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01.09.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

08493

GANDHI, Sushila

1

My silence should not ypset you. I do not speak but surely you can talk.

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01.09.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

08700

PATEL, Vijayaben Narainbhai

1

Do take tub baths. Go to bed with empty stomach. That might ensure sleep.

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01.09.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

08767

SRI C.P.

1

Introduces Amrit Kaur who is coming there to assist (Travancore ?) state congress affiars.

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01.09.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

2

Gandhiji lists a number of complaints about her service and behaviour and suggests that this is because she has undertaken work beyond her capacity.

000011639

02.09.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

Let Maulana Saheb come at two. Bring some good vegetables for Mataji.

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03.09.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

08305

CHANDIWALA, Brijkrishna

2

Sends condolences on the death of his mother. Advises him to come if her wants to.

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03.09.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

Have been waking since 1.30 A.M. Remember not to come before 3 P.M. Both the telegrams may be despatched without error.

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04.09.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

I take service whenever necessary. Your turn also may come.

000011640

05.09.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

Herewith text of wire Devdas. Shall get your notes typed here: My article is ready. Good you wrote the letter. I have destroyed it. It is merely ridiculous.

000029777

06.09.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

1

Disapproving her impatience to serve him (G) says Love waits prays & is infinitely patient.

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07.09.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

08700

PATEL, Vijayaben Narainbhai

2

First improve your health. And for that leave the miracle workers and go to a qualified doctor.

000011641

07.09.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

Instructions regarding diet; exercise; sleep etc; for Mahadev bhai.

000011642

07.09.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

3

Text of wire to Shankerlal and Saxena. Send the honey bottle Advise Mataji as best as you can.

000022341

07.09.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

1

Gandhiji states that Bhansali carries out Gandhiji's instructions but she does not.

000022342

07.09.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

1

Informs that this fast was on groung of health and requests her not to misunderstand it.

000030514

08.09.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

08812

SHAH, Munnalal

1

(1) advises first to dicide whether he wants to dedicate his whole life to Segaon (2) Expects him to become a khadi expert (3) Express his doubt to whether he ponders over what he reads.

000011649

08.09.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

02659

NIZAMUDDIN (Sir)

1

Sorry I could not talk to Subhas Babu yesterday, but have written to him.

000026068

09.09.1938

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GANDHI, M. K.

08470