Serial no.

Date

From no.

From Person

To no.

To Person

Pages

Summary

000028408

01.01.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

2

A happy New year to you. Know that happiness comes from within and not without. I wear your dhotis.

000023719

01.01.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09172

RAJAGOPALACHARI, C.

2

I am unwell but do not worry.

000027746

01.01.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

"BLANK"

1

I know we can write better with a pen.

000026709

04.01.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08495

GANDHI, Sita

2

My work fast of a month is over but am still weak. However am improving. Send this to Natal.

000027990

04.01.1945

01641

PYARELAL (Nayyar)

08608

BARR, F. Mary (Miss)

1

Gandhiji observed a work fast for one month and still not being well it is extended. Hope you have met Kallenbach and Schlensin etc.

000009190

04.01.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01784

PARIKH, Mohan N.

2

Good news that you are both marrying. To me, marriage is a religious thing and not ?? You sexual enjoyments. Hope you will lead your lines accordingly and inspire each other in the field of service.

000009752

04.01.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

06733

KUNVERJI

2

I fully favour Anusuya's betrothal to Mohan. Copy of my letter to then is being founded.

00009752A

05.01.1945

01779

PARIKH, Narahari D.

06733

KUNVERJI

2

(No.9190)We are all happy and approve of it.

000031856

07.01.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

1

Gandhiji changes the line of treatment for himself and feels better- made a mistake in overbelieving Ayurevedic physicians. Mira had asked for Gandhiji's consent for some changes to which he agrees reminding her that one can learn only from experience.

000026220

10.01.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

2

Miscellaneous instructions.

000022102

10.01.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

4

Death cannot be any one's ideal. So try to improve health. Come if you must. If you preside your views should come from your own heart amd not from others do not worry about my health. Her presidential address should be based on what she has learnt and not on notes from G. Asks her not to worry about his health, and have faith in God.

000026221

11.01.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

There are some repetitions etc.

000026710

12.01.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08493

GANDHI, Sushila

2

I am alright God's will be done. Do not worry. Sita is well settled.

000023806

12.01.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08256

ISMAIL, Mirza Muhammad (Sir)

2

I am sure God will guide me right. Do not worry.

000031557

12.01.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08091

LILAVATI

2

(1) Feels happy at her doing useful service. (2) Disapproves idea of dying before G. (3) Denies his advicing students to strike on 9th (for ?)

000029055

14.01.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08701

PANCHOLI, Vijaya M.

2

Gandhiji's health had a setback because of his trip to Wardha. Now he is improving.

000031194

14.01.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08952

ANATH NATH

2

Though good on paper feels his scheme unpracticable & of stern revolutionary nature: Suggests to think deep keeping straving millions in view.

000030568

14.01.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08812

SHAH, Munnalal

2

advises not to blame someone so quickly that being the sign of anger & haste.

000026711

15.01.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08495

GANDHI, Sita

2

Take care of your health and study.

000026222

15.01.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

Go if you want to : Inform people here:

000024987

16.01.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

05322

VENKATAPPAYYA, Konda

2

Informs that Gandhiji could satisfy Seeta Ram Shastri. Praises his (Correspondent's) energy.

000027583

17.01.1945

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

3

To certain questions Gandhiji opines that subscribers to communist programme need not be excluded but students should take up constructive programme etc.

000031857

18.01.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

REference to BalwantSingh who could be of help to Mira. Gandhiji asks Mira to go to Sevagram and pick up somebody at the earliest. Chances of Gandhiji's going to Delhi are dim.

000028665

20.01.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03711

GREGG, Richard B. ("Govind")

2

Sorry Radha is ill. But we have to have trust in God.

000029708

21.01.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

3

Says More you suffer bravely & silently stronger you become.

000026223

22.01.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

General instructions regarding his work.

000026969

22.01.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08527

MAHMUD, Syed (Dr.)

3

I am very to go to Bengal but Nizamuddin says he cannot approve of it and has no influence with Government I do not mind communists if they accept the congress creed. Regarding Nariman's case he himself has to act.

000026224

23.01.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

3

Have Nai Taleem vision in everything.

000027517

24.01.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

 

 

1

Regarding a letter by Kaka Saheb.

000027516

24.01.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

"BLANK"

5

Kaka should make his health O. K. and learn Urdu script also for after release he will have to take up Hindi Prachar. I do not mind when he is released. I am ashmed I lost health in Jail and had to be discharged.

000026225

25.01.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

Stick to the Nai talim Sangh. Maintains a diary.

000021651

25.01.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08026

LASH, William Q. (Father)

2

Do duty regardless of result. "Duty will be merit when debt becomes donation Non- violence's translated love is the superme law for human beings. It knows no exception".

000025607

26.01.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08417

PHADKE V. L.

2

God alone can reward Shantikumar and his wife. Do not hanker for a watch.

000025358

27.01.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08396

BHARATAN

1

Stay till necessary.

000026226

28.01.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

Miscellaneous instructions.

000023338

28.01.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08183

MAVALANKAR, G. V.

2

I finished reading your appreciation of Anandshankarbhai I liked it.

000026227

29.01.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

Miscellanceous matters.

000031008

31.01.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08922

RUKMINIBEN

2

Approves her getting treated by Mr. Jasawala at Bombay & wishes quick recovery. Asks to write G. Gives Radhika's health news.

000029942

31.01.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08795

DASGUPTA, Suresh Chand

1

Blesses Annapurna & her husband.

000026228

01.02.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

Eat only that which is eatable.

000026229

02.02.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

We should be tolerant to others and strict to ourselves.

000022928

02.02.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08013

BHOLANATH

2

Local conditions should be taken into accountls, one should act according to one's capacity and that Government Servants' help available should be taken.

000026335

03.02.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08471

AGRAVAL, K. C.

1

Send the samples of soap dust and soap to Satishbabu for testing. We may be ignorant of many of our hidden treasures.

000025357

04.02.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08396

BHARATAN

1

Good she gave up the fast. Stay till things are in order.

000030594

04.02.1945

01779

PARIKH, Narahari D.

08822

ARUNBABU

2

Conveys Gandhi's feeling happy at his renewing the pledge & oath of allegiance in jail G. feels not advisable visiting Bengal at present.

000026232

05.02.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

Start with grammer to learn to language.

000026231

05.02.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

3

Do not stop at learning a script only. Learn the language also. That will unify us.

000026712

05.02.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00660

GANDHI, Manilal

2

Do not worry about me. I am O. K. etc.

00026736A

05.02.1945

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

1

A postal Address.

000026233

06.02.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

Malayalam is a beautiful language.

000031057

06.02.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08917

CHAKRAIYA

2

(1) advises not to lose heart. advises to pick up some children & teach them. (2) Informs krishnadas seacrhing out a simple process of doubling the yarn & asks to learn the same.

000021721

06.02.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08055

SRIRAMULU, Potti

1

Approves of the reformed remarriage and advises to go on with his work.

000028409

07.02.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

2

They should have that of the father but respect that of the mother.

000023839

07.02.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10400

JAYAPRAKASHA

1

Wishes him well.

000026234

08.02.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

The teachers are neither industrious workers nor have they faith in industry.

000026230

08.02.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

General advice regarding vows.

000026995

08.02.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08527

MAHMUD, Syed (Dr.)

1

No need to ask my forgiveness. But why do you write in England ?

000029489

08.02.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09515

SAPRU, Tej Bahadur ?

2

I observe silence between 8.15 am to 8.15 pm. but I will answer specific questions about my talks with Q. A.

000031558

08.02.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08091

LILAVATI

2

(1) Advicing not to discountinue her studies says Only funadamentally bad things should be dropped (2) Asks to shed illusion of serving G at cost of her studies.

000034030

09.02.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09842

HARSHADA DIWANJI

2

Your letter. The yarn sent by you is also received. Why do you get the spinning done through servants ? If is a different thing if they do it of their own accord. Diwanji's Charka is with me. I work on it every day. Getting the defects in it removed.

000026235

10.02.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

He who received Western type education and he who is not an artisan will be a fortune.

000026236

11.02.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

Carry on the work in hand.

000026238

11.02.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

2

The teacher who touches the heart of the taught can maintain discipline.

000026237

11.02.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

You are free if you cannot carry out your vow. All demands upon faith.

000027133

11.02.1945

08551

JOSHI, Shripad

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Puts questions regarding participants with different attitudes in sabotage activities 42.

000026239

12.02.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

Miscellaneous instructions and advice.

000026240

14.02.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

Miscellaneous instructions and advice.

000026241

15.02.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

Miscellaneous instructions and advice.

000026242

16.02.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

2

You must be one with your work. Then only you will be an expert.

000023572

16.02.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08233

BALVANTSINH

1

Informs about his programme.

000026243

17.02.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

Evenness depends upon proper.

000026249

18.02.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

Worrying over night pollutions will not cure you. Try again and think only of the work in hand.

000030595

18.02.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08822

ARUNBABU

2

Acknowledges a khadi chader whose yarn was spun by addressee.

000024530

19.02.1945

02612

GANDHI, Narandas

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

We all approve of your idea and I wish to put it into practice. If you approve the enclosed pamphlet we will start work.

000026244

20.02.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

Miscellaneous matters.

000023720

20.02.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09172

RAJAGOPALACHARI, C.

2

G. is sure C. R. will not be cowed down by hostile crowds.

000033725

20.02.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

Your statement is good. You will certainly hold the camp. Every participant should pay in advance. Those who do not pay may not participate. If you are not well, do not strain yourself too much. Kher is a very valuable person. Prabhu : unwell. Kanaiya is busy winding up his things. If camp is held, Kher will come and stay for a month.

000022104

20.02.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

2

Desires her to ascertain and educate public opinion re: G's visit to Midnapur and Chittagong (?)

000026245

21.02.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

Miscellaneous matters.

000027134

22.02.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08551

JOSHI, Shripad

2

Reply by Gandhiji to 27133.

000023573

23.02.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08233

BALVANTSINH

1

Advises to concentrated on cleaning latrins and minding the kitchen.

000034031

24.02.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09842

HARSHADA DIWANJI

2

Your letter, and also cheque for Rs. 54/-. I don't remember the birthdates. I cannot imagine that Diwanji has completed so many years by now. My blessings to him. He has yet to live longer and render service in this life itself.

000027755

28.02.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08601

MOGHE, BABAJEE

2

A man's relations with a woman should be no more than those with a man. He should not feel other wise when he has to deal with a woman.

000027272

28.02.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08557

JOSHI, Ramaben C.

1

Come when you like.

000026257

28.02.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

Miscellaneous matters.

000023721

28.02.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09172

RAJAGOPALACHARI, C.

2

Desires him to come and recoup health at Sevagram.

000024529

28.02.1945

02612

GANDHI, Narandas

10423

KHER, Bala Saheb G.

1

Gandhiji has approved. Can you spare one month to conduct it ?

000031010

28.02.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08904

MAGANBHAI

6

While correcting if finds disorder from article 8th to 12th Feels self purification ATMA SUDHI be placed somewhere in being & given a seperate heading Suggests to re write if wishes & not to involve Kishorlalbhai in it as being sick.

000027135

28.02.1945

08551

JOSHI, Shripad

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Desires further explanation regarding Gandhiji's replies in p 27134.

000026258

01.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

4

A truthful effort even may not succeed fully but even then it will not harm anybody, Laxity (by a Brahchari) with the wife is less unmoral than with another woman. Once I was on the verge of the latter etc. etc.

000026259

01.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

2

I try to be a mental eunuch. If I succeed body will follow. This is seal Brahmacharya. No harm from any point of view falls to person who associates with a Satyagrahi.

000027136

01.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08551

JOSHI, Shripad

2

A congress man will not beg. It was a mass movement though carried out by Congressites. violences was prohibited but not the entry into jails.

000033726

01.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

If you cannot afford the monthly expenses of Purushottam, then you can take it from me. Take care of your health. Kanaiya and Abha will go to you after sometime. Kanaiya will bring for you a letter from me.

000026261

02.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

Miscellaneous matters.

000026260

03.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

Miscellaneous matters.

000027022

03.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10450

TARACHAND (Dr.)

3

I approve of local autonomy being given to East Punjab and West Bengal. Regarding other parts what is atternative to plebescite ? However if you can get your scheme approved by the League I am prepared to accept you and Sapru as arbitrator.

000033727

03.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

1

In reply to your letter, I have recommended the name of Balasaheb. Perhaps, he will not be able to come for a month. If he is not able to go, I have asked him to suggest an alternate name. Kanaiya can be of help to you.

000023574

03.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08233

BALVANTSINH

2

Shall try to return all your letters. Gives an appointment.

000022936

04.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08195

GOPE GURUBAKSANI

1

To know truth conscience should be awakened which however may not be possible in all cases.

000022938

05.03.1945

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

1

Celibacy (BRAHMACHARYA)is the mean to know BRAHM.

000022974

05.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08200

ZAVERBHAI

2

Herewith the instruction.

000022937

05.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08195

GOPE GURUBAKSANI

1

Picking up vice is easy like going down. Acquiring virtue is hard like going up. To rise from grossness, flesh i.e. the beast should be subdued.

000024528

06.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08347

KHER, Bala Saheb G.

1

Can you go ? If not can you suggest somebody else's name ?

000026262

06.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

Miscellaneous matters.

000027754

06.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10472

RODRA SADASHIV & VICE-VERSA

2

QUE:- Is this for Ashram inmates or for all ? ANS:- Mainly for Ashram inmates but others also may follow.

000026713

07.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08495

GANDHI, Sita

2

Dreams are unreal. Do not worry.

000029764

07.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

2

General news & inquiry.

000026264

07.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

2

Sleeping in the same bed and yet remaining a complete Brahmachari is an experiment. If I succeed in it I become perfect and fit for uplift of mankind.

000026263

07.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

Save yourself from discussions.

000022939

07.03.1945

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

1

If we have faith in god and rely on Him the power to distinguish the good from the bad becomes a matter of habit.

000022975

07.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08200

ZAVERBHAI

2

Draft of an introduction to a book.

000026265

08.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

Give up loose talk and touch. Mind only your work.

000022940

08.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08195

GOPE GURUBAKSANI

2

Theat everything on merits and not because it is western on eastern.

000026266

09.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

Curb doubts. In doubt talk to those whom you trust.

000029487

09.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09515

SAPRU, Tej Bahadur ?

2

Please trust Narahari for any message. Also please remember your promise about Hindustani.

000021667

09.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03692

JANAKDHARI BABU

1

Acknowledge receipt of his letter and invites question.

000022941

09.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08195

GOPE GURUBAKSANI

1

God is law as well as law maker. Man reaps what he sows. God neither reaps not sows.

000023722

10.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09172

RAJAGOPALACHARI, C.

2

Informs that G. is trying to prevent disruption, and hopes for the best.

000024531

10.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10423

KHER, Bala Saheb G.

2

I realize your difficulty.

000024943

10.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00502

SUNDARAM

1

My blessings to Pushpa and hers.

000009421

10.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01794

ANNAPURNABEN ?

2

I like your report. Both of you Sisters should mix and be one with the pupils, that is the art of teaching and learning.

000026267

11.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

He who wants to become a perfect Brahmchari should bear up with nakedness.

000022942

11.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08195

GOPE GURUBAKSANI

1

Anykind of service which uplifts all is social service.

000026268

12.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

If the mind ceases to be curious and remains calm there will be no night pollution.

000026269

12.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02475

PRABHUDAS

1

Miscellaneous instructions.

000026246

13.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

Miscellaneous instructions.

000026247

14.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

2

To win over children we should be one with them.

000023723

15.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09172

RAJAGOPALACHARI, C.

1

Personal news.

000026248

16.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

It is the result of over eating or unclean thoughts or both.

000024110

16.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08305

CHANDIWALA, Brijkrishna

1

I am alright. Do not be worried by press reports.

000030963

16.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08898

SHRIPATBABA

1

advises to improve health instead of going to Khandesh.

000022943

16.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08195

GOPE GURUBAKSANI

1

Fortune. being result of our deeds in the past misfortune can be improved only by good deeds in the present.

000027519

17.03.1945

08551

JOSHI, Shripad

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Do you suggest loss should be made good even when riot tax has been levied by Government ? What should we do when you are in Jail. Should people who believe in arson etc. be allowed to mix with us ?

000022944

17.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08195

GOPE GURUBAKSANI

1

Advises to study Geeta to understand the importance of renunciation.

000023575

17.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08233

BALVANTSINH

6

Advises to leave sevagram for sometime and go to some places, Suggested by Gandhiji, but not to Bengal. Gandhiji believes sevagram Ashram will never disintegrate though it may under go some changes as in the case of Sabarmati Ashram. Gandhiji is sure Vinobaji of Kishorelal will occupy the place after Gandhiji's death. Gandhiji knows that though all the institutions are independent they are parts of Sevagram Advises him to return when his temper has improved.

000026252

18.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

2

You write to me inreservedly so I reply. However you have to think for yourself. Do not swallow what I say.

000027520

18.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08551

JOSHI, Shripad

2

I meant loss to private property only Constructive programme is there when I am in Jail.

000026250

18.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

To be a Brahmachari it is not necessary to be with me. Think only of your work- then you are with me.

000029486

18.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09515

SAPRU, Tej Bahadur ?

1

I hope the report of your proposed recommendation will not be weak in any place.

000029709

19.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

2

advises to feel happy & peace under all circumstances the meaning of prayer slokas.

000022106

20.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

1

Inquires about her and Kanchan's health.

000023576

20.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08233

BALVANTSINH

2

Does not wish to think about his anguish and desires him to leave Sevagram Ashram for Sometime. Feels sure that even in his absence the Ashram has retained its place. The same happened with Phoenix Ashram, Kocharab Ashram and the Sabarmati Ashram.

000022945

20.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08195

GOPE GURUBAKSANI

1

To understand why the Hindus worship the cow refer to my articles on cow protection.

000029710

21.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

2

Feels she has dealt only as items. The Indians certral disease deep poverty & ignorance.

000026253

21.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

Sleep like a dead body. Stick to your work.

000032132

21.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09016

KUMARAPPA, J. C.

4

Having gone through the Booklet I can recommend it to any believer in god even though he may belong to any religion ot faith. The Booklet present Kumarappa's views on Christian teaching. Kumarappa's interpretation is novel ans refresting. His ideas would help in putting an end to religious conflicts. It will be helpful in removing what is bad and superstitutions. But there is a lot of good in the old which is imperishable and wroth to be preserved. Kumarappa's faith in Christiamily is a living one, and he says in the real spirit. As I read these pages I was reminded of the late advocate Laughton of Durban, whom I used to approach in case of any difficulty Mr. Laughton after our business meeting was over always used to read from his green cover book containing his father's notes from the bible. His father's notes showed that there was mush common between the nNew Testament and the Gita. I can the Gita. I can very well say that Kumarappa's interpretation of the Gospels contains great t

000032131

21.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09016

KUMARAPPA, J. C.

1

Forwarding the forword to J.C. Kumarappa and asking him to see Gandhiji on 22.3.45. after 8p.m. or in the morning at 7p.m.

000023954

22.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08300

BHALA, J. R.

2

Asks him to meet G. when he comes there G. can then guide him.

000026254

22.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

Take the course that lifts you up. Do not forget we are a part of the society.

000026256

23.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

Once you did want to be a teacher etc.

000026255

23.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

 

000025388

23.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08402

BHATT, VENKATESH

1

Collecting funds by fasting is coercion. Do not do it.

000024823

23.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10424

BAJAJ, Ramakrishna

2

I understand I can write to you hence this letter. We should be able to do without an underwear.

000022946

23.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08195

GOPE GURUBAKSANI

1

There cannot be a war for peace as both these are in eternal conflict.

000022947

23.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08195

GOPE GURUBAKSANI

1

True education means alround development of man.

000026270

24.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

Miscellaneous instructions.

000031858

25.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

1

Despite difficulties Mira makes progress. REference to P who guided Mira in taking a Godward path Gandhiji to visit Bombay on 31-03-1945. REference to monthly allowance to Mira.

000026271

25.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

There is no dearth of work here: Why go out for it ?

000027129

25.03.1945

00000

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"BLANK"

3

Notes by Appa Patwardhan ? of answers by Gandhiji on the formation of a Kisan Seva Sangh.

000026272

26.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

Decide soon. If there is a mistake it can be rectified.

000028089

26.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08625

SURU & KANTI

2

Hope Harilal will improve there: Kanti and his friends can ofcourse come when I am here:

000032026

26.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09006

SEN GUPTA, Bhupendranath N.

1

At the moment Gandhiji is to go to Bombay. Gandhiji askes Bhupendra to go to Sevagram to spend a few days with Gandhiji after his return from Bombay.

000022107

26.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

2

Inquires about her health.

000022948

26.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08195

GOPE GURUBAKSANI

1

Prayer does not expect fruit.

000029827

27.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

2

Introduces Mr. & Mrs. Gurubaxani & asks to engage them in some public work.

000029763

27.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

4

(1) Shushila Informs coming up of pimples on G's face & G's consuming only fruit juice with glucose.(20 G. says true Friendship or love expects nothing.

000030964

27.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10535

PRABHAKAR

2

Feels it essential to have mind concentrated during prayer & two minutes (silence) Asks to meet aterwards re: hospital issue.

000022949

27.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08195

GOPE GURUBAKSANI

1

A true historian does not hide regression, or fall from the public.

000026273

28.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

Carry on the work to the best of your lights. I do not order. The responsibility is yours.

000031058

28.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08917

CHAKRAIYA

2

(1) Suggests to leave that place & live & work with Subramaniam. (2) Suggests to learn Nature cure work at Bhimavaram if feels. (3) Asks to send back money as no coustruction work to be done now.

000022950

28.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08195

GOPE GURUBAKSANI

1

A personality develops when it knows the inner self.

000026274

29.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

2

Do not stick to words. Every true worker has his responsibilities. Act accordingly without caring for the result.

000023261

29.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09707

DASGUPTA, Satish

2

Informs that if villagers can depend upon herbs VANASPATI etc. it will be the best.

000023577

29.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08233

BALVANTSINH

1

If Hushiasi is fearless everybody will coll down. Do not go till she is pacified.

000031199

31.03.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08955

NANDALAL

1

Inquires Harichha's health. advises not to take others help for works he himself can do.

000025898

01.04.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08457

MASANI, M. R.

1

It is good but must be taken in a deliberate and calculated manner.

000009679

02.04.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01274

TYABJI, Raihana (Miss)

2

Let Yeshvantrai write out his say and permit it being submitted to Shantikumar at Dr. Chandha examine me or anybody else and treat him. But nothing may be done in excitement.

000029711

04.04.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

1

Gives shushila's health news etc.

000029712

05.04.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

1

General News.

000022557

06.04.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08148

MALKANI, N. R. (Prof.)

1

Conveys news and invites to see him.

000031859

07.04.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

1

Gandhiji makes an effort to send either RamPrasad or Munnalal to her Ashram. Uncertainty of Gandhiji's coming. Mira's love for animals, especially cow.

000033729

07.04.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

I have made changes wherever it struck me. Kanaiya is for Bombay. It means he will have to stay there for some months. I have no obhection. He will ably fulfill his duties wherever he is.

000021668

07.04.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03692

JANAKDHARI BABU

2

Educating the childern from labour point of view will make them self reliant. Do not worry about their future after your death, for God will take care of them. Do not spend money on marriage of your daughters as they themselves will find their husbands. The real point is change is mode of living.

000021719

07.04.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08055

SRIRAMULU, Potti

1

Advises to write to the point, to do only that which is true; and eat only that which others give without asking.

000022929

07.04.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08195

GOPE GURUBAKSANI

1

Conveys personal news.

000030965

08.04.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10535

PRABHAKAR

2

advises (1) to use red medicine in water though being unnatural like quinine. (2) to use lime or Bleaching powder to purify water (3) Considers eggs & fish a natural diet though non veg. (4)Expreses displeasure at Babaji's not stopping grinding even during two minitus silence.

000030966

15.04.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10535

PRABHAKAR

2

(1) Feels Sripat Baba should go to Bhimavaram (2) Feels Shastriji should shun the greed of dying in Ashram only (3) Approves observence of two minitues silence before reciting Nam Yo-ho.

000031913

15.04.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09003

DESAI, Jivanji D.

2

Gandhiji sent Anand's letter to Jivanji for his perusal and comments to be conveyed to Gandhiji Gandhiji has not yet written back to Anand.

000031245

16.04.1945

08967

BARBARA

08968

SUSHILA (Dr.)

10

(1) Describes in detail condition of (sevagram) hospital patients & their treatment. (2) Giving encouraging report informs Shantaben's beingpleased with the work of child welfare centre: (3) Praises Koshilalbhai's work & suggests re: recruiting new persons in Hospital. G's note :- (1) Asks to send copy of the above to medical Board Bapa & Mrudulaben. (2) Asks to clearity re: salerity food. etc. of the new women recommended for Hospital work.

000033728

17.04.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

1

I have liked your plan. However, there are two things. You will be collecting at the rate of 76 paise per person. You will also collect yarn. To my mind, it is the yarn which is more important.

000026275

18.04.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

2

Instructions regarding food, treatment etc. However prayerful mind is the chief thing. Staying in the Ashram means staying with me.

000030967

18.04.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10535

PRABHAKAR

2

Citing his (G's) own example says in this age you should get massageed your ownseld.

000023953

18.04.1945

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"BLANK"

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"BLANK"

2

G. states in a message that Indians in South Africa hold key to the freedom of the oppned because they obtained it by Satyagraha. That is the remedy of all exploited persons.

000028090

19.04.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08624

SURU

2

None will be more glad than me if Harilal can come round under your care etc.

000026276

20.04.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08474

GANESHRAM

1

Carry out instructions of the manager.

000023578

20.04.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08233

BALVANTSINH

2

Approves of his learning veterinary work. Advises to speak less and work more:

000022930

22.04.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08195

GOPE GURUBAKSANI

2

Advises to act according to Rajkumari's instructions and to learn everything about khadi production.

000030968

23.04.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10535

PRABHAKAR

2

expressing displeasure advises to cut off hair of those infected (with louse) girls who agree to save labour. Says self massaging should improve ones health.

000029930

23.04.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08792

NEHRU, Rameshwari

2

Doesn't see possibility of collecting one crore for Hindu Muslim work.

000024998

25.04.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08383

AKBAR

2

I cannot know ask you to go to North West Frontier Province as you are now well settled there, unless you desire to go and Badshah Khan wishes.

000009678

25.04.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01274

TYABJI, Raihana (Miss)

2

Your letter is enough to assume Success to your trusteeship Do look after your health.

000026277

26.04.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

2

General instructions and remedy to stop pollution.

000024153

26.04.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08310

TOTARAMJI

2

Do take rest and take service from others, which is your due. need not come here:

000023579

26.04.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08233

BALVANTSINH

2

I do not approve of you desire to study English. Do not worry about Om Prakash or Hoshiari.

000022087

26.04.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

2

Advises not to work unless finances are forth coming locally. She herself need not try to raise funds.

000026278

28.04.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

2

I have nothing to add. Let all observe rules.

000023262

29.04.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09707

DASGUPTA, Satish

1

Glad to know about your writing. We shall discuss the matter when we meet.

000030969

29.04.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10535

PRABHAKAR

1

Okays. Ramdas going to Mysore with Yeshodhara Devi. & Nanavati Inquires about his self massage.

000023620

30.04.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09051

GANDHI, Laxmi Devadas

1

Personal news.

000021657

30.04.1945

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

1

Text of an appreciation by Gandhiji of proffessor Jayashankar Trivedi.

000026737

30.04.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

"BLANK"

2

A blessing is misunderstood or misused returns as a acurse.

000029846

30.04.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

"BLANK"

1

Praising him for selfless service says His home almost became a dharamshata.

000030970

02.05.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10535

PRABHAKAR

2

Inquiring cause of his illness advises to keep healthy for serving & asks consider illness as sin. advises taking fruit proper sleep etc. & Ononone if necessary.

000031059

02.05.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08917

CHAKRAIYA

2

(1) Says Repairing work of Anand Niketan can't be done with the money sent for him (chakraiya). Hence send back. (2) Suggests to stay at Bhimavaram learn complete Nature cure work help Dr. Kaju in untouchability work, spin weave & improve health.

000024491

03.05.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08342

ANANTRAM

2

Your Urdu hand writing are very good prayer is KAMDHENU.

000028092

03.05.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08624

SURU

2

I shall be fully happy if you can improve upon Harilal. The difficulty is he succumbs often etc.

000031050

03.05.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08915

RANGACHARY

2

Approves his wifes staying in Ashram doing hospital work provided they both live not like husband & wife atleast for a fixed number of years.

000009131

06.05.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01779

PARIKH, Narahari D.

6

You have not freely expressed ideas intercaste marriage are not dear. and interprovincial marriages are to my mind desirable. Civilized does not mean absence of religion. Do not pay for western ideology before young brides. Sudras have divorce and remarriage and yet are not Corrupt.

000009132

06.05.1945

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"BLANK"

2

During a discussion Gandhiji opined that the religion as and the term is no meaning. In the past, all necessary Changes were made by the society while to-day they are made by Government In this Case the marriage is done with a sense of moral responsibility. Hence it is religious.

000030696

06.05.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

05427

GIRI RAJ

1

It is enough that you are doing my beloved work.. Spread Hindi Urdu in such a way that they both become one.

000031051

06.05.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08239

CHIMANLAL

1

Desires Prabhakar to recover quickly taking necessary treatment & regulated living. Approves his going to Bhimavaram if desires.

000031860

07.05.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

About Mira's illness. Gandhiji invites her to come to Mahabaleshwar. Meanwhile RamPrasad could look after her Ashram's work. References to ParameshwariPrasad, Kamllnayan, BalwantSingh, Pyarelal, Narahari, Dr. Dineshaw, Manilal (Gandhi), Dr. Sushila and Shantikumar.- Who are all with him.

000028016

09.05.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08623

LELE, Kamala

2

Does not matter if you could not meet me. My blessings to you in your marriage.

000029713

09.05.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

2

advises not to spoil Mrs. & Mr. Gurbaxani by giving more than their wotrth instead extend sympathy & love.

000026997

09.05.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08527

MAHMUD, Syed (Dr.)

1

So you are very busy. Come when you like. Do get your eyes treated.

000009520

09.05.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01804

PATEL, Shivabhai G.

2

What more can the blessings do it you work on proper lines ? If you don't work properly no blessings will be able to make up the loss.

000026745

12.05.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08495

GANDHI, Sita

2

Write bold handwriting etc.

000026336

12.05.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

2

Grammer is necessary to learn a language; while walking do not read but think; do not dabble in palmistry; Hindustani is the gist of Hindi and Urdu etc. etc.

000023724

12.05.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09172

RAJAGOPALACHARI, C.

2

Invites discussion if necessary. Says they understand one another.

000023580

12.05.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08233

BALVANTSINH

2

Desires him not to worry about Hushiari. Approves of the arrangement whereby servants of the Ashram are treated like others.

000022105

13.05.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10350

AMTUSSALAAM & KANCHAN

2

P. Bapu desires you to stay for six months more Do not be in a hurry.

000031559

13.05.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08091

LILAVATI

4

Advicing to shed cravings says It does not mean only sexual misconduct but all the desires like desire for good smeel sound or sight etc. (2) Asks not to lament over her fall(?) (3) Calls her fortunate to have extincted her sexual desires.

000027492

13.05.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

05325

DUNICHAND, Lala

1

So you are alive. While I wrote a letter of condolence to your wife ! As a punishment I should go early but I wish to live for 125 years and you are my elder. So you must live for more than that.

000022869

14.05.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10379

MAVALANKAR

2

I shall make inquires and let you know.

000023776

15.05.1945

00000

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"BLANK"

1

Front page of the book with words "Presented by M. K. Gandhiji to Maulana Azam Khan"

000009192

17.05.1945

 

 

01787

BALLO (DESAI NARAYAN)

2

Learning while teaching in Nai Talim. To make spinning a scientific and interesting art should be your aim.

000022932

17.05.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08195

GOPE GURUBAKSANI

2

Inquires about health etc.

000022874

19.05.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08183

MAVALANKAR, G. V.

1

Gives draft of a rule which permits travelling by second class only on ground of ill health and privides that it should be recorded in the minute book.

000022873

19.05.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08183

MAVALANKAR, G. V.

1

Many rich persons even, travel by third class, so the workers also should act accordingly.

000022108

20.05.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

2

Inquires about health of all and advises not to leave her work.

000026337

21.05.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

2

Miscellaneous instructions.

000009437

21.05.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01794

ANNAPURNABEN ?

1

I cannot believe you are 25, May you live long and serve much. I am not in Haste about the Dhoti.

000022459

22.05.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08138

SUMATI ALIAS

2

I do not appreciate the practive of renaming the birde by her husband's people.

000023622

23.05.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09051

GANDHI, Laxmi Devadas

2

Suggests name for the son recently born. Says Ba has gone but her love is there:

000026716

25.05.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00660

GANDHI, Manilal

2

Personal news.

000023581

25.05.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08233

BALVANTSINH

2

Approves of the arrangement whereby servants are treated as members of the family. Advises to understand.

000029714

26.05.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

2

Asks not to breal the diet rule she knows etc.

000025705

27.05.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08429

GOVERNMENT OF BOMBAY

2

It is feared going there may be prohibited now that the military is going to occupy the palace. To my request (vide 25703) to acquire the ground with a right of way to it Government replied there will be no difficulty to go there: Hope the facility will continue.

000034033

27.05.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09842

HARSHADA DIWANJI

2

It is a good thing to contribute money for Harijan funds on the occasion of birthday, marriage, death anniversary. Received your cheque. I shall go to Poona by about the end of June. If you can come there at that time, your vow can be fulfilled.

00019378A

27.05.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

13814

NAIDU, P. K.

1

I disapprve the collection the grant of Rs.50000/-from the imperial citizenship Association is enough and can be increased if necessary.

00019336B

27.05.1945

01779

PARIKH, Narahari D.

02982

DAVE, JUGATRAM

2

erewith Gandhiji's letter and preface A copy of the preface has been sebt direct to the press.

000026338

28.05.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

4

We should think of India as a whole. It is unfortunate that large factories are considered to be necessary.

000026717

29.05.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08495

GANDHI, Sita

1

Corrects mistakes in spelling.

000023725

29.05.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09172

RAJAGOPALACHARI, C.

2

I shall deal with the problem the movement. I see my way. Hope all are O. K. there:

000021716

29.05.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08055

SRIRAMULU, Potti

1

Advises to sell yarn to buy khaddar (2) to get his food from his beggings and (3) to devote the rest to Harijan Cause. Opines that Temple Entry is only one of the ways to remove untouchability.

000028091

30.05.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08624

SURU

2

You can care but do not spend money merely to see me.

000031200

30.05.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08955

NANDALAL

2

Wishing her recovery says God's will is final. Inquires his (N's ) health Gives his (G's) programme. Appreciates Dr. kelker who is looking after Hariichha.

000029931

30.05.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08792

NEHRU, Rameshwari

2

Refuses to issue appeal for her father's memorial which should be from Punjab in Punjabi.

000030971

30.05.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10535

PRABHAKAR

1

Hopes his (Prabhakars) recovering weight due to fast (re: strating by Madha).Perfect loveful cautioning rather than fasting in such occasions.

000026718

31.05.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00660

GANDHI, Manilal

2

Come to Panchgani if you like. Do not worry on account of press reports about Rajaji.

000022231

01.06.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04866

KANCHAN

2

Advises her to keep her word at any cost.

000031861

02.06.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

1

Mira's visit to Delhi. She keeps good health and does physical exerise under the guidance of a teacher.

000026279

02.06.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

Let him improve him handwriting.

000029715

03.06.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

2

Feels her Appeal to Christians of India (for?) eloquent not substantial.

000026280

04.06.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

2

This can exist only if we are non violent. Even onw such person would suffice.

000029716

04.06.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

2

Feels she was right to ignore the newspaper notice (re: lifiting of restriction imposed on her) unless confirmed.

000030972

04.06.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10535

PRABHAKAR

1

Asks to improve his health. Asks to inform Zohra & Vina to write G about their health etc.

000009684

04.06.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01207

DISTRICT JAIL

2

Good that mother has departed Both of you deserve merit for you serveas to her.

000022931

06.06.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08195

GOPE GURUBAKSANI

1

Disapproves of his publishing his conversation with Gandhiji without Gandhiji's permission.

000022109

06.06.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

2

I do not know why my letters do not reach you. Kanchan should be sent to sevagram for health.

000021690

06.06.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08038

VITTHALDAS, Premila (Lady)

1

Gandhiji thanks for what they did for him.

000023582

07.06.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08233

BALVANTSINH

3

Advises Hushiari's father not to remove her from the Ashram till Gandhiji returns. Desires him to stay there and to see the working of the Ashram. The Ashram may not be ideal but it has not done ill to anybody and many persons have profited by it.

000024340

08.06.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08336

MADHAVDAS

2

Asks him to undergo treatment by Dr. Krishna Varma and not worry about expenses.

000023263

08.06.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09707

DASGUPTA, Satish

1

Inquires if a copy of his letter be sent to the Madhu Kosh people.

000030973

09.06.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10535

PRABHAKAR

1

Asks to bring Babaji on normal dieting. Says Have already sent money to RamaSwami. Inquires about his health.

000033730

09.06.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09808

JAJU, (Mr.)

1

You must have gone through Narnadas' appeal. It is good work that he is doing. I expect you to cooperate and participate in the activity. You can receive from the contributor, give them receipt and send weekly or monthly statement to Narandas.

000022110

09.06.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

2

Advises her to think about her work and not about the time. It will take.

000024138

11.06.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01045

CHATURVEDI, Benarsidas

1

I like Dr. Jafar's essay. Please send some out-printes if it is printed.

000033731

12.06.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

Your suggestion has been implemented. But I did not write thinking that Kanaiya would do it. I am glad that you are President of Khadi committee. Enclosed is a letter for Savita.

000009130

12.06.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01779

PARIKH, Narahari D.

2

Palme Dutt Amery's adversary famous. But I don't know Patel. I do not like many Indians to Contest the election. I have objection to his being Communist. You should understand this..

000030974

13.06.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10535

PRABHAKAR

2

Apart from celibacy point ten twelve persons sleeping in a small room as inhygenic. Desires Vina to get well.

000023726

13.06.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09172

RAJAGOPALACHARI, C.

1

Feels waiting, watching; and praying is the right way.

000023583

13.06.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08233

BALVANTSINH

2

Your ungent telegram was unnecessary.

000026281

14.06.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

4

We need not worry if these means are not availble and we should not feel duty bound to extend them also. We may not give up their use but should use them sparingly. Society is not ready to go without them. We can carry society with us only so far as it goes.

000029717

14.06.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

2

advises not to write when exhausted.He (G) won't misunderstand.

000022111

14.06.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

1

Your presence itself is my message.

000023727

17.06.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09172

RAJAGOPALACHARI, C.

1

Come soon correspondence with Viceroy is going on.

000028093

18.06.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08624

SURU

2

I hope Harilal will be alright under your care: Do not worry because you failed in the Examination.

000034073

18.06.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09842

HARSHADA DIWANJI

1

Try to reach Poona on 19th inst, at 2 o'clock in the afternoon at Dinshaw Nature-cure clinic.

000026282

20.06.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

2

Carry out Kishorilal's instructions.

000023917

21.06.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01350

BRELVI

2

Rebukes for writing in English. Clears that what he has written is written knowingly. According to Gandhiji all the so called minorities are really not such,and that whenever a Muslim was chosen it was not becuase he was the best congressman among the Indians but because he was the best congressman among the Muslims and because he represented the Muslims. Regrets that he a able journalist did not know even this much.

000023264

21.06.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08224

SATISHCHANDRA

2

Personal news.

000021653

25.06.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08028

BHARTANANDJI

2

Asks him to go back to Jasswala's clinic and take the prescribed treatment as promised by him (Maurice Frydman alias Bharatanandji).

000031862

27.06.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

1

Gandhiji cautious Mira against overworking. He invities Mira to Simla. REference to BalwantSingh.

000028104

27.06.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08627

GLADYS

1

Do get rid of your weakness. We are in God's hands.

000030072

27.06.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08627

GLADYS

1

Do get rid of your weakness. We are in God's Hands.

000029719

30.06.1945

08766

JYOTI

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Informs settlement of his (Jyoti's) betrothal with Priyamvada.

000009133

30.06.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01779

PARIKH, Narahari D.

2

No letter from Vanu. Manu writes that she will be alisgut. I believe in and act upon purity of atmosphere rich in knowledge, devotion, efficiency and firm determination to perform prescribed duties.

000027747

30.06.1945

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

2

A suggestion to give an account to the press of the manner in which Gandhiji spends his time is ruled out by him.

000026341

01.07.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08471

AGRAVAL, K. C.

2

I am afraid something is wrong somewhere:

000029718

01.07.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

2

(1) re: holding Working Committee meeting at her place when her brother is ill. (2) re: Sardar's food.

000023584

01.07.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08233

BALVANTSINH

2

I cannot advises you to do to Miraben even though she desires your presence. I shall write to Hushiari's father as meeting him is not possible.

000031560

04.07.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08091

LILAVATI

2

advises to avoide Laxmidas' marriage. Says How can he (G) write when so busy.

000027698

06.07.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08595

PARIKH, Vanmala N.

2

Hope both of you will improve your health and learn the art of service.

000026283

09.07.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

2

General instructions.

000009685

09.07.1945

09444

NAYYAR, Sushila (Dr.)

01274

TYABJI, Raihana (Miss)

2

Bapu says that Sankaran may be rletaing if you so choose, Bapu is alright in spite. of presume of work.

000009134

09.07.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01779

PARIKH, Narahari D.

2

You Certainly Can manage the Ashram if you only loill it. No time to write more:

000021654

09.07.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08028

BHARTANANDJI

2

You may stay at Adyar as long as you like do get well.

000024791

10.07.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08359

BAJAJ, Janakidevi

1

Both the sons are now out. Let us see how much service is rendered to the cow.

000024824

10.07.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10424

BAJAJ, Ramakrishna

2

It seems you have made very good use of your stay in jail.

000022810

14.07.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09571

THAKKAR, Amritlal V.

2

Fixes an appointment [On the back of the post card there are some notes of items to be discussed with G]

000022933

16.07.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08195

GOPE GURUBAKSANI

2

Instructs to talk to Rajkumari. Worries over Vimala's dullness which Gandhiji hopes is not imposed by him (the correspondent).

000024343

19.07.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08336

MADHAVDAS

2

Asks him to continue treatment under Dr. Krishna Varma's care:

000028410

19.07.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

2

Thanks for your hospitality. Rains have started but there is no cold.

000027699

20.07.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08595

PARIKH, Vanmala N.

2

Do get well etc.

000033732

20.07.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

I have not written to you for a long time. I had left Kanaiya at Bombay with great expectations. But those were not fulfilled. He has great capabilities. The question is how to make use of them. I would like to give more importance to your opinion in the matter.

000026284

21.07.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

2

Reduce yourself to nothingness and you will realize that you are wanted by all though you may be near or far.

000032679

21.07.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03266

BHAVE, Vinoba

2

Gandhiji writes to Vinoba that he learnt of Vinoba's release (from jail) through Kakasaheb's telegram. Gandhiji writes to Vinoba that some work is waiting for him which is to be completed with the help of Baba and Gokhale. Gandhiji may leave Simla on 15th inst.

000032133

22.07.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09021

KUMARAPPA, Bharatan

2

Gandhiji advises Bharatan not to fill the columns of the "Palriks" by hasty writings Bharatan was asked to revise or rewrite his writing and send them for Gandhiji's persual.

000028411

23.07.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

4

You mise us but that is for good for now you will have rest. Shshila is gone to Bombay. The Bihar young man is to hang ?

000026285

23.07.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

To be free from malaria use a mosquito net.

000009438

23.07.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01794

ANNAPURNABEN ?

2

Receives the loin cloth, But if all who send insist that I should wear, then I shall be spoilt. The Course is to present the Same to your best pupil.

000009440

23.07.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02915

CHUNILAL

1

I came to know about your work through your letter to Mangalal. You want to ovoid publicity, but publication of report of solid work in likely to benefit other. May I know you final desire:

000009439

23.07.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02915

CHUNILAL

1

I want to make a use of your letter in Navajivan, Wish you all encouragement and progress in your work.

000022112

23.07.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

2

Come if you must otherwise finish the work here:

000031863

25.07.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

1

Gandhiji advises Mira to go to a cool place. BalwantSingh will be with Mira till she wants him. REference to Hoshiari. (BalwantSingh's niece>) and shushila.

000029720

25.07.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

2

(1) re: her unfriendly criticism says Restraint is always good. (2) Asks to write daily without expecting reply.

000032134

26.07.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09016

KUMARAPPA, J. C.

1

Letter introducing Shri Shyamlal to Kumarappa. Shyamlal would plead for accomodating the Women's camp after the rainy season. Gandhiji supported his pleading.

000028544

26.07.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01793

SHANTA

4

Does not matter you are a communist you are welcome as other communists are: But distinquish between the good and the evil. The congress has not yet turned out that party.

000023585

27.07.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08233

BALVANTSINH

2

Good if you can settle the dispute. Do act according to Dr. Sharma's advice etc.

000031032

29.07.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08910

SARLABEN

2

Asks to erite & come as soon as she is able Love.

000021704

29.07.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03973

NAIDOO, (Dr.)

1

No body can stop conversion (Changing of religion) But if Hindus want to do Sudhhi, they should first become the truest shudras.

000029721

30.07.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

4

(1) Feels Harijans have every right to curse & abuse us (castemen) (2) Suggests no nibbling inbetween meals & no fruit etc. chewing while walking (3) Informs walked 2 miles instead usual 1 1/2 miles.

000009135

30.07.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01779

PARIKH, Narahari D.

1

You have acted well in Poona. Manu and Vanu can he useful if they have some progress.

000024109

01.08.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08305

CHANDIWALA, Brijkrishna

1

Informs that attendents are too many to afford him any chance of rendering service.

000033733

03.08.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

3

I read your letter today only. your argument is not acceptable from the point of view pure reason. Some of the persons who wear Khadi, do so for political reasons, not because they have faith in it. If you don't have trust in the committee, you can remain away from it and still do Khadi work. Kanaiya is coming to you and will talk to you in detail.

000024346

04.08.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08336

MADHAVDAS

3

I make it plain to you that looking to your past no body would render you any service or help. However I have arranged for your treatment by Dr. Krihsna Varma. Do not worry about expenses. The doctor does not expect anything, but if anything has to be paid your own possessions can be sold.

000029722

04.08.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

2

Asks to bring his (G's) rubbing stone left by mistake at her place when she comes.

000009753

04.08.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

06733

KUNVERJI

2

I can't understand you argument to allow Manu to go wherever he chooses. Where can he possibly go and stay ? Impossible to keep him in the Ashram. Leaving Malad now will be disastrous. Now ever I ?? abide by your desire: But know that I bear no responsibility in future:

000026286

05.08.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

Be ready for either. Both are equal but do not crave for either.

000021655

05.08.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08028

BHARTANANDJI

2

Good. You gave up vegetarianism as it did not suit your system.

000023586

06.08.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08233

BALVANTSINH

1

Conveys news and desires him to go to Miraben.

000026287

07.08.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

Go to Vinobaji if you are relieved and if he wants you.

000029828

07.08.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08768

DALJEET SINGH

2

Gives no importance to Miracles of which Hindu religious literature is full.

000029829

08.08.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

2

(1) advises to answer vicious publications with right action not by producing facts. (2) Prefers not disturbing himself (G) over addressees uneviatable illness.

000022934

08.08.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08195

GOPE GURUBAKSANI

1

People respond to the heart rather than to money.

000031190

09.08.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10552

VENKATA KRISHNAYYA

2

Disapproves his arguments which seem disorder of thoughts. Feels his (G's) mind free to absorb new ideas.

000032136

09.08.1945

09016

KUMARAPPA, J. C.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Kumarappa wants to meet Gandhiji before he left for Poona and wants to show some sketches done by Satwalekar. So he wants know if he could see Gandhiji on the next day.

000022137

09.08.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

2

Asks her to leave only when Prafulla Babu and Bhagirathji allow her to do and then to go to Badshah Khan.

000028616

10.08.1945

08680

DUTTA, MAHESH

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

To a request to spare a few minutes Gandhiji agrees.

000028617

10.08.1945

08680

DUTTA, MAHESH

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Gives advice about maintenance of health etc.

000029830

11.08.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

2

Says Nanak is a good book except miracles.

000032135

11.08.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09016

KUMARAPPA, J. C.

1

Gandhiji asks Kumarappa to see him on 12-8-1945 to dine there ans talk to him while Gandhiji eats. Gandhiji to go to Poona on 19-8-1945. About the Mss and the article he would talk to him when they met.

000029945

12.08.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08796

NISITHNATH KUNDU

1

Assures to try for addressees work.

000025338

12.08.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

3

Come when you are free from the work there: Learn carding etc.

000026288

13.08.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

Persons on spot should decide. I can only advice.

000024950

13.08.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00502

SUNDARAM

1

Your letter enlcoses a beautiful extract. Come to Sevagram.

000029723

14.08.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

2

Inquires wheather Vaidhya Nanak Chand can work in Sevagram.

000032680

15.08.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03266

BHAVE, Vinoba

3

Gandhiji says the whatever Vonoba has said about 'Nayi Talim' (New Education or Basic Education) is perfectly right. He does not believe that agriculture can result into self-dependence. Even amongst us some look at Constructive work as a means to work. But "for me I see non-violence in Constructive Work". Gandhiji is worried about Vinoba's health. Condition of his foot. Gandhiji suggests steam-treatment and massage. Advises him not to neglect the body as it is the abode of soul. Regarding his relations with girls, Gandhiji writes to Vonoba asking him to put any questions he likes, or write to him or discuss with him.

000033734

16.08.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

4

I have sent to you a telegram yesterday. I wrote to you a long letter. Even then you insisted on your demand. Jajuji, Chhaganlal, Krishnadas and Kanaiya have gone through your letter. Opinion about production of Khadi in Kathiawar. If my letter is not able to explain to you fully, Kanaiya will explain to you in person.

000032137

20.08.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09016

KUMARAPPA, J. C.

1

Gandhiji sends Kumarappa's mss and also his article by Regd. Post Gandhiji wants Kumarappa to master craft and learn Nagri and Urdu.

000031209

20.08.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08961

PUSHPABEN

1

advises to care her body assuming it as temple of God.

000009136

22.08.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01779

PARIKH, Narahari D.

2

I went through article. Manu and Canu are O.K.

000023731

23.08.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09172

RAJAGOPALACHARI, C.

1

Let us meet and discuss.

000028412

24.08.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

2

Subhash Bose died well. He was a partriot but misquided etc.

000026996

25.08.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08527

MAHMUD, Syed (Dr.)

2

I am sure your party will work well. You cannot observe Ramzan fast when you are not well.

000032138

26.08.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09016

KUMARAPPA, J. C.

1

Gandhiji experesses his happiness over Prof. Kumarappa's work which was worth more than two University degrees.

000023728

26.08.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09172

RAJAGOPALACHARI, C.

1

Desires him to reply Dr. Ambedkar.

000023729

26.08.1945

09444

NAYYAR, Sushila (Dr.)

09172

RAJAGOPALACHARI, C.

1

There is no truth un the report that G. will under take a fast.

000026289

29.08.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

2

Do you swallow like a bird and chew like an animal or eat like a human being ?

000032139

29.08.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09016

KUMARAPPA, J. C.

1

Gandhiji sends back the papers to Kumarappa after seigning as Suggested by him.

000031210

29.08.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08961

PUSHPABEN

2

Sees no harm in her getting marriaed to Vrajlal who has agreed not to interfere in her observing Celibacy so long she desire: Feels her parents & relatives will be happy at this marraige. Asks to send Rajnis address if she wishes G. to write him.

000021844

29.08.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03482

GANGARAM

1

Advises to read his articles.

000021656

29.08.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08028

BHARTANANDJI

2

Rubuk's for breaking promise and advises to take treatment and get well.

000025339

30.08.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

2

I may stay here for three months. Come when you can.

000025340

30.08.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

1

I advice you to join Priyamvada.

000028664

01.09.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08685

BHANOO

4

If you agree that you should wear Khadi for swaraj to be won non-violently. You should do it at all cost and find time to spin for half an hour.

000009138

01.09.1945

00449

 

00449

 

1

 

000009137

01.09.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01779

PARIKH, Narahari D.

2

I did not mark any defect in Khimji's eyes. What objection Can others have, if both agree to marry ?

000022388

01.09.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08113

SANTRAM AGRAWALA

2

Replies that conducting marriage ceremony in Prakrit and not in sanskrit has nothing to do with Hindu-Muslim questions.

000023142

02.09.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07638

HARRISON, Agatha (Miss)

2

(1) Conveys personal news. Hopes the so called victory will not lead to a third man. (2) Conveys news about Sardar's health and forthcoming session of the A. I. C. C.

000022113

02.09.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

2

My programme is not certain Prafulla Babu, Sudhir Babu and Satish Babu all tell Different stories. But you should carry on your work. Keeping full trust in God as I do.

000026290

03.09.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

General matters.

000031864

03.09.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

1

Mira is coming to Bombay- spread of cholera near Sevegram. Reference to sardar Patel, BalwantSingha and Hoshiari.

000031211

03.09.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08961

PUSHPABEN

2

(1) advises not to write to her friends & Rajnibhai at present. Informs sending her letter to her father. (2) Feels unattached action not a hindrance to devotion but indeed is real devotion.

000025341

03.09.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

2

For the present only get your name enlisted. Work can be taken up later on. It is not possible to procure even lemons for your father ?

000026291

10.09.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

2

General instructions.

000024955

10.09.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00502

SUNDARAM

1

Your thought for Monday is good.

000029765

10.09.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

"BLANK"

1

re: revising some article.

000026292

11.09.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

Miscellaneous.

000033735

12.09.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

I have received your statement. I have corrected it at several places. Reference to Charka Sangh. the Charka Sangh should decide to buy Khadi from the shops under its purview. Otherwise, there would be deceitful dealings in the name of Khadi.

000030975

13.09.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10535

PRABHAKAR

2

Disapproves his fasting against Aminbhai & advises to keep engaged in Service.

000026293

14.09.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

2

Miscellaneous.

000027534

14.09.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08567

SARASWATI ?

1

I know his case. He is full of anger and so I do not know what I can do.

000025854

14.09.1945

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

1

Better than nothing I approve of the scheme contained in this leaflet Viz requesting caste Hindus to invite a Harijan to their houses.

000034068

16.09.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09842

HARSHADA DIWANJI

2

Your have written about your birthday. But how many years did you complete ? If you have not already done so far, then you should try to know God in the remaining years of your life. I don't remember you ever gave me any pain.

000024136

16.09.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01045

CHATURVEDI, Benarsidas

1

Advises not to resign to bear patiently and to keep control over mind.

000027560

17.09.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08568

PRITHVI SINGH, Sardar

1

Your letter is not in your handwriting and in your language. I cannot go into the matter. But you refer to Nathji. Better write to Kishorelabhai.

000026294

17.09.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

2

An inmate must observe the rules. They can be relaxed only under doctor's advice.

000029724

17.09.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

1

Suggests re: her throat cure:

000023587

17.09.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10392

BALVANTSINH & MIRABEN

2

Conveys news.

000033736

19.09.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

1

I have liked the statement. I see freedom of the whole of Hindustan hidden in it. You can publish this alongwith your statement or as reply to your post-card. I shall send my message with Kakasaheb. Kanaiya is at Bombay.

000025342

19.09.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

2

Probably I might come that side in October. Till then stay there:

000022103

19.09.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

2

My programme depends upon Sardar's health. You have not taken anything from me and no body has taken from me as much as you have taken !!

000026295

21.09.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

4

Chillies and Pepper are two different things and even then the use is permissible only on medical grounds. How can we say that such a person takes them to satisfy the taste or otherwise ?* To an inmate Brahmacharya is compulsoty irrespective of the fact if the building in which he lives belongs to the Ashram or not. * And even if he does so how to stop him? (26295)

000029725

23.09.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

2

Wishes her to shed Obstinacy the cause of her sufferings without ado the usual habit.

000026296

24.09.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

Miscellaneous matters.

000022114

24.09.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

2

He who does my work is always near me though Physically away.

000026722

27.09.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08495

GANDHI, Sita

2

Handwriting is good. come here after your examination is over.

000033737

28.09.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

The presence of Kakaksaheb himself is my message. If the work is sustained and if it grows, it should it should spread elsewhere, the extent of which we cannot imagine today. But there should be no place for falsehood or hypocrisy.

000026297

29.09.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

Miscellaneous matters.

000031213

29.09.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08961

PUSHPABEN

2

Pacifies saying- All will be pleased when you prove genuinity of your detachment. VAIRAGYA Feels happy at her visiting Vinoba frequently. Says Realisation of God (Krishna) through pure service is the true realisation. advises to write her father regularly.

000026723

30.09.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08493

GANDHI, Sushila

1

I can understand your anxiety to serve me but you are in rescue to be availed of when others fail.

000026299

02.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

2

Miscellaneous news.

000027004

02.10.1945

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

08527

MAHMUD, Syed (Dr.)

1

I am writing under instruction from Bapu. Hope you are well. Bapu is not quite well.

000032205

02.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09214

JOSHI, Tehmina P.

1

Received your letter as well as the cheque. I would like to go to Mahabaleshwar to listen to your poems. But only the thing that has been ordained by God will happen.

000024988

02.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

05322

VENKATAPPAYYA, Konda

1

Desires to correspond in Hindustani.

000033738

03.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

1

Your letter. The production of yarn at this year's function is worth noting. How much money would it fetch if we sell it ? Please come as early as possible.

000032178

04.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09207

KUVARJIBHAI

2

Gandhiji says he is writing a post-card in order to write in short. It is good that you have accepted Madhavdas who just gave up wine to cultivate courage and steadfastness. Manilal will go to you if possible. Hopes all will be well with Vasantlal.

000025344

05.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

3

Hope to reach Calcutta on 2nd November. By that time you finish your work and study etc.

000026300

07.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

2

Miscellaneous news.

000030553

07.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08812

SHAH, Munnalal

1

Says the right way is to develope detachment without suppressing oneself. Rest in the next letter.

000031214

08.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08961

PUSHPABEN

2

advises to learn whatever she can from Vnioba. advises not to write to Rajnibhai & other friends at present to please her father.

000025343

08.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

1

I hope to reach Calcutta on 2nd November. Come there if you can.

000031865

09.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

1

Gandhiji will meet Mira as and when he comes to that side. REference to Balwantsinha.

000026298

09.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

If experts are not available we cannot sit idle.

000030681

09.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08005

MEHTA, Champa R. (Mrs.)

1

Received your touching letter. I am confident you will overcome your difficulties.

000022871

10.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08183

MAVALANKAR, G. V.

1

Desires that he may come only if and when convenient.

000030599

11.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08825

SINHA, DINESH KUMAR

2

advises to complete his studies and serve people with full strength.

000025525

15.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08407

ASAR, Mathuradas Purushottam

2

Advises to improve health.

000029726

15.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

2

General Health advice . Gives Pyarelal's health & other news.

000026724

15.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10439

GANDHI, Manilal & Sushila

2

Arun is O. K. and does not feel your absence. Pyarelal has fever etc.

000024946

15.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00502

SUNDARAM

1

Thanks for your weekly memo.

000032179

16.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09208

NAPOLEON

1

Received your letter written in good hand. You need not ask for blessings for your Association. Any good work always has the blessings of all.

000025345

17.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

2

I do not know why you write "Confidential" on your letters. One wedded to service can have nothing confident. My going to Bengal may be delayed.

000027454

17.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02721

JOSHI, Chhaganlal Nathubhai

2

I shall take you with me but not at present for at present I am not on my bearings. Wheather we should accept contribution to the Harijan fund from Native states is rather a ticklish question.

000029727

18.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

3

Encloses a press cutting reporting Zakir Husains calling Pakistan a real Muslim demand Disbelieves the news & asks to confirm it when she meets Zakir.

000031223

19.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08961

PUSHPABEN

2

enclosing her father's letter asks to write a satisfying answer & inform him to come to Sevagram when G reaches there:

000032140

19.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09016

KUMARAPPA, J. C.

1

Returning the newspaper cutting to Kumarappa, Gandhiji says that reference to Hitler is out of place. Gandhiji says that Kumarappa has a hawk like eye which detected on error on the pf Kishorelal.

000026725

20.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08493

GANDHI, Sushila

2

Arun is very unsteady. However efforts are being made to harness him. I cannot leave as Sardar is not yet cured etc.

000030549

20.10.1945

08817

MEEMANAGE

08818

DINSHAW NATURE CURE

1

Assuring his services thanks for keeping his place under him & begs leave till mid January due to unavoidable serious demostic affairs.

000026727

20.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00660

GANDHI, Manilal

2

Do not worry about me. I am well looked after. Then follow personal news.

000024493

21.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08342

ANANTRAM

2

Gandhiji emphasises the importance of Ramnam consisting the four desitaratums for the human beings ARTH meaning food and clothing and KAM meaning best wishes.

000029728

21.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

2

(1) advises be careful for nothing. (2) Assures that her letter will be dertroyed & news.

000024488

22.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10422

CHIMANLAL & BABUDI

2

Inquires why Babuji fell ill there too, and whether all the precautions regarding food, hip bath etc. are taken.

000024137

23.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01045

CHATURVEDI, Benarsidas

2

Nobody need stop the propaganda of hindi or Urdu. But our aim is to enldu a common language.

00026728a

24.10.1945

10443

GANDHI ARUNA

10461

NEELKANTH

1

I like to stay with Bapu etc.

000026728

25.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08493

GANDHI, Sushila

1

You wish that Arun should come there but he does not wish to. How can I force him ? He enjoys and does not study much.

000024108

25.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08305

CHANDIWALA, Brijkrishna

1

Desires him to convey the contents of his telegram. Feels happy that Satyavati's desire: re marriage was fulfilled.

00026728B

25.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00660

GANDHI, Manilal

1

Stay there as long as the relatives desires. Do not worry about me.

000026301

26.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

2

Consult all concerned and then decide.

000029488

26.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

"BLANK"

2

The parleys broke down because Q. A. and I could not agree on two nation theory I suggested a board of arbitration with administrative powers. I also accepted the concrete suggestion of division of India as between members of the same family. But Jinnah would have nothing short of the two nations theory.

000026729

27.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00660

GANDHI, Manilal

1

Send a reply to the enclosed telegram etc.

000029729

28.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

1

Gives general news.

000032141

28.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09016

KUMARAPPA, J. C.

2

Gandhiji expresses happiness over. Mrs. Happman's visit to Maganwali to pay Kumarappa his commission Gandhiji asks Kumarappa not to glavt over his brother's exploits.

00009138A

28.10.1945

01779

PARIKH, Narahari D.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

While celebtationg relifious and social festivals, even in our national institutions we begin with Hindu rites perfomed by Brahmins, do "Puja" and "Arti" worship idols,phots,looks or things etc.I think that as these rites and procedures are purely communal. We swoned give them up if we with to our festivals in to real national festivals and conduct the masses.

000030698

28.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

05427

GIRI RAJ

1

You are working nicely Maintain your health.

000022870

28.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08183

MAVALANKAR, G. V.

1

Suggests that the words "or its equivalent" be added after the words "Vernacular IV standard".

000031866

29.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

1

Gandhiji clarifies that he is not leaving Sevegram. (as it was rumoured). Reference to sardar and Balwantsinha.

000031914

29.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09003

DESAI, Jivanji D.

1

On page 4 of his preface to Gita Praveshika (in Hindi) Gandhiji writes to say that for the new edition, he would like to add a few more words. To call the Gita Praveshika as Ram Gita or to say that he did it would be far from truth. In the printed part of the earlier preface,Gandhiji had already said that Gita is not just for being read or to be made by heart. Gita is for being translated into action.

000031915

29.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09003

DESAI, Jivanji D.

3

(1) Gandhiji along with this letter sent a new preface for the fresh edition of Gita Praveshika in Hindi. Those who are more inquisitive about Gita should read Anasaktiyoga. Gandhiji had selected some shlokas from Gita to be included in the book. He could not trace them, If only those shlokas" are added then only it could be called Ram Gita. (3) Gandhiji asks Jivanji to take care of his health and not to fall ill for Gandhiji depended so much upon Jivanji for publication work etc. would send matter for constructive programme when ready.

000022150

30.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

3

Rebukes her for diffidence. Tells her that she had had the maximum benefit of staying with him. Asks her to await his arrival.

000026726

31.10.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00660

GANDHI, Manilal

1

Arun is very weak in Mathematics for which we also can be held responsible.

000026730

01.11.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00660

GANDHI, Manilal

1

Arun does not wish to leave here in spite of persuation. He is well settled here: So do without him during the Diwali.

000029730

02.11.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

2

Gives his (G's) programme & other news.

00009138B

02.11.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01779

PARIKH, Narahari D.

8

In national institutions, nothing should be done that is likely to hurt the fealings of members of other communities whether present of not. But any performance that is a part of a particular religion must be performed e.g. Baang and Islam. I merely tolerate some of the rites. Idol, Worshipping is a part of Hinduism and it will never go because man himself is an idol . I know I am nt quite clear about these matters and so have not been able to give clear aut replies. But I hope I shall be able to do so.

000032461

03.11.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00416

GANDHI, Chhaganlal K.

2

Gandhiji refers to the injuries that Chhaganlal had sustained and wishes him speedy recovery. If Chhaganlal is not able to write, let Kashibehn write to Gandhiji.

000027757

04.11.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08602

JANKI MAIYA

1

You should now devote yourself to cow protection which was Jamnalalji's mission.

000026731

04.11.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08493

GANDHI, Sushila

4

Kishorilal and Gomati are bed riden. Can you come to nurse them ? Arun is well settled and I am sure will progress in painting.

000032544

04.11.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09069

SARABHAI, Ansuyaben

1

Gandhiji says that he does not feel like celebrating Diwali. Enquiry about the well-being of Shankarlal and others. Gandhiji was feeling better. But no appreciable improvement in the condition of Sardar (Patel).

000024107

05.11.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08305

CHANDIWALA, Brijkrishna

1

See letter by Sushila and to Kurshidben.

000009521

05.11.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01804

PATEL, Shivabhai G.

1

Congratulations to the spinners. Send details to Narandas Gandhi. Use the local collection there:

000024342

08.11.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

08323

MEHTA, Kunverji Vitthalbhai

2

Credit for Mama's recovery goes to you and Dr. Krishna Varma. Do not try to establish Mama in some independent businesss till he is quite settled in his mind and free from his affairs.

000024344

08.11.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

08336

MADHAVDAS

2

I am happy that Kunverjee looks after you. Manilal will do for you what he can but he is not rich enough to help you financially. Neither can I.

000026732

08.11.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

00660

GANDHI, Manilal

2

Do not worry about Arun. Meet me either in Bombay or Poona. Kishorilal and Gomati do require to be looked after.

000023730

09.11.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

09172

RAJAGOPALACHARI, C.

2

Appriciates his letter. Makes it clear that Gandhiji did not think Rajagopalachariar C. had anything to do with Maulana's statement or publication of his letter to GopalSwami.

000030540

10.11.1945

09444

NAYYAR, Sushila (Dr.)

08812

SHAH, Munnalal

3

Describes how Kanchan recovered from death bed & feels real cause of her illness to be her unfulfilled sex desire: Suggests & requests to fulfill her maternal instinct as he didn't put any such condition while getting married. Feels living togethre & meeting only for reproduction is as good as observing Celibacy.

000028009

12.11.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

05125

HARIBHAI

1

Come today after prayer.

000026302

16.11.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

2

Better complete one item then take up another. Prayer time should be the same at all places.

000030870

16.11.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

08878

TELEGAON GENERAL HOSPITAL

1

Expresses happiness as his desire to visit this institution is now fulfilled.

000024347

18.11.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

08336

MADHAVDAS

2

Advises him to conduct himself well and not to waste time in coming to see Gandhiji.

000031917

18.11.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

09003

DESAI, Jivanji D.

2

(1) Alongwith this letter Gandhiji had enclosed another letter which Jivanji was to send back to Gandhiji with his comments. Gandhiji also enclosed a cheque the amount being proceeds from the sale of an English translation.He suggested that Jivanji could credit it to Navajivan account if he thought or else it was to be sent to Gandhiji who wished to use it for some other work on hand. (2) Gandhiji was worried whether the handbills of constructive Programme would safely reach Jivanji if the same is lost in transt he will have to go through the excerise all again like Newton whose papers had been burnt out.

000023732

18.11.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

09172

RAJAGOPALACHARI, C.

2

In a non violent democratic organization things will go astray but we should hope that everything will be alright in the end.

000027700

19.11.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

08595

PARIKH, Vanmala N.

1

Maintain perfect cleanliness. I know you will succeed as a wife.

000022101

21.11.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

1

Expresses regret at her illness.

000024815

22.11.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

08363

BAJAJ, Kamalnayan

8

Nagpur Bank was started by Jamnalalji for service and many public funds are deposited in it. It is remoured it might fail. You are Jamnalalji's heir. It is your duty to see that it does not fail.

000031916

23.11.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

09003

DESAI, Jivanji D.

5

(1) Gandhiji was busy preparing handbills for the constructive Programme. Wanted to make them as perfect as possible. (2) REgarding the biography Sardar Patel Gandhiji says Wheatever has appeared in the news[apers should not to be believed to be completely true. Iustead of being a mere collection of cerficates it should be a real biography. The work should be entrusted to Munshi who would do it with the assistance of Patil and Tendulkar. (3) REgarding the publishing of the newspaper, Gandhiji says that Jivanji and Mavlankar should get a license from the magistrate. Government inference, Gandhiji felt was almost intolerable.

000022115

23.11.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

2

Desires her to get well. G is delighted at her being praised by Maganbhai and Jajvji.

000022872

26.11.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

08183

MAVALANKAR, G. V.

2

Hopes Mavlankar also Gandhiji will live long and serve.

000024345

27.11.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

08336

MADHAVDAS

2

Glad you are settled. Do talk frankly to Dr. Krishna Varma. Ambiguous talk does not lead to any improvement.

000026303

27.11.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

6

Miscellaneous instructions.

000029393

28.11.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

08726

ICHCHHA, HARI

2

When I am in the ashram, come and stay here till you desire: Valgi used to read me books in Poona while I was spinning during my silence.

000027701

28.11.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

08595

PARIKH, Vanmala N.

2

Humour there can be but one must against certain pitfalls inherent in it. A married man acting as Rama and a married woman acting as Sita do not impress anybody favourably.

000009443

29.11.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

01797

SHAH, Uttamchand

1

My trust in you is so much that, in Gujarat the work will Surely thrive according to the New policy.

000029731

03.12.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

2

Gives his programme & news.

000022423

03.12.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

08129

GOVERNOR OF BENGAL

2

Produces literature in the subject talked out.

000022422

03.12.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

08128

CASEY, R. G.

1

Desires to know what time will suit him.

000031918

05.12.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

09003

DESAI, Jivanji D.

2

Referring to the request received for permission to bring out a Tamil translation of the Autobiography Gandhiji says that the problem is not easy to slove. Wheather allow more translations in the same language would also be a problem. the whole problem should be looked nore from the moral and practical point of view instead of from merely legal and financial point of view. Gandhiji quotes exampals of translation of Tolstoy's work and also translations of the Bible. Gandhiji asked Jivanji to consult others and send suitable suggestions which Gandhiji would think over and then send a final reply to the person concerned.

000026304

06.12.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

2

All should learn both the scripts Also other instructions.

000030617

06.12.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

08836

SUNDARAM, V.

2

Says he takes no interest in assembly elections & will send his letter to pantji says.

000030538

06.12.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

08812

SHAH, Munnalal

3

advises (1) to do as G. instructs not as others (2) not to get afraid of others ivews (3) to maintain courage & faith (4) to remain engrossed in work & not to speak without cause.

000022424

06.12.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

08129

GOVERNOR OF BENGAL

2

Herewith a copy of the constructive programme. am collecting other material. Am happy I could meet your wife and you.

000031919

07.12.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

09003

DESAI, Jivanji D.

3

As the copy of the constructive Programme sent by Jivanji was not accompanied by any covering letter Gandhiji could not make out the exact purpose for which the why had been sent to him.He had read the proof earlier. For the final print Gandhiji made some suggestions regarding the manner in which it was to be taken out. Charka to be put at the centre with other indudtries in cricles to revolve rould it like planets recovlving round the sun. He also made suggestions regarding headings and sub headings. A list of supplementary. Rajendra Prasad and eassy by Gulzanilal. Prutall these things were to take out the printed copy at a very great speed without any further loos of time.

000030633

07.12.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

03690

SEN GUPTA

1

(1) It is not certain howfar I will stay here, but I am writting to Aruna (2) Informs his (G's) trying to write in Hindi to all Indians.

000030634

07.12.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

03690

SEN GUPTA

2

Meet me after prayer at Sodepur.

000022426

08.12.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

08129

GOVERNOR OF BENGAL

2

Gandhiji draws attention to the lethargic way in which the officer concerned with the distribution of potato seeds, does his work.

000022425

08.12.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

08129

GOVERNOR OF BENGAL

2

Offering his views on the Governor's broadcast an advance copy of which is sent to him, Gandhiji says, stress is not though it should have been laid on the utilization of the idle human element created by the past rulers.

000026734

09.12.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

08495

GANDHI, Sita

2

Your progress is good etc.

000026733

09.12.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

08493

GANDHI, Sushila

2

Serve where you are: It is as good as serving me.

000030533

14.12.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

08812

SHAH, Munnalal

2

advises not to get upset because of meat (including beat) cooking in that kithcen which G. also knows. Advises to do patiently what G. has asked him. Inquires about Jahangir & gives Kanchans news.

000030537

16.12.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

08812

SHAH, Munnalal

2

Informs that from 1st January te institution will entirely run for poors. Expects him to manage all affairfs, except medical on Gandhi's behalf. Gives instructions re: furniture, patients, management etc. & Kanchans news.

000026994

17.12.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

08527

MAHMUD, Syed (Dr.)

1

Do come to Sodepur.

000027756

17.12.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

08602

JANKI MAIYA

1

Hope you are after cow-protection work.

000031867

17.12.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

Gandhiji is not sure when he will come to the Kisan Ashram to Mira.

000023733

17.12.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

09172

RAJAGOPALACHARI, C.

3

Says G's praise for C. R. was based on experiences in the past and not expectation of the future: Gives his programme and asks him to write regularly.

000026735

17.12.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

10443

GANDHI ARUNA

2

Inquires about his progress and activities.

000026305

18.12.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

4

Hand Carding teaches us patience and cleanliness. Though it does not bring in much return it makes us self reliant- As I am not in touch with internal management I cannot opine on the amount to be spent on inmates. You better decide. consult Vinobajee as much as possible.

000031215

18.12.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

08961

PUSHPABEN

1

Encloses Vrajlal's letter on her. Informs that he (G) has allowed Vrajlal to come to Sevagram & convince her to marry him. Advises not to stick to her old decision of not marrying out of shyness.

000030600

20.12.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

08825

SINHA, DINESH KUMAR

2

Acknowledges receipt of Rs. 1000/= for Noakhali work, from phirog Gandhi on his (addressees) behalf.

000027587

22.12.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

08583

JHA, PALTOO (Pt.)

2

A caste Hindu can render effective service to Harijans only by himself becoming such or even lower.

000029780

22.12.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

00000

"BLANK"

2

Re discussing something.

000030545

23.12.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

08812

SHAH, Munnalal

4

Gives detailed instructions in reply to Munnalals question re management of food accomodation, furniture, cooking meat, selection of patient etc in clinic.

000030622

23.12.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

08838

BHANDARI, CHARU

1

expressing his helplessness & feeling sorry says he can't come before 4 O'clock & can give only half an hour. It is beyond his (G's) capacity to visit all places.

000028008

23.12.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

05125

HARIBHAI

1

There is nothing wrong in suggesting Savitri Devi's name.

000030547

26.12.1945

08340

KRISHNACHANDRA

08812

SHAH, Munnalal

7

(1) Krishnachandra quates Gandhi's views on carding new Sevagram, Vinoba's personality etc.(2) States how Vinoba prepares slivers and help Shivaji preparing Gitgai Kash GITI KOSH Quotes Vinoba's slogan For long life walk long distance. (3) Gives news about som Ashramists.

000030548

26.12.1945

08239

CHIMANLAL

08812

SHAH, Munnalal

2

(1) Explains the process if doubting the yarn as per instructions from krishnadasbhai (2) Expresses desire to improve his handwritting.

000027521

29.12.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

08551

JOSHI, Shripad

1

My congratulations to your intercaste marriage. Hope it is for service and not for enjoyment.

000027760

29.12.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

10474

MADALSA

2

Remain careful about your health and of the child etc.

000026306

30.12.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

4

Hand Carding is an old industry and is being revived by Vinobajee. Though silence is golden I am unable to observe it completely. Miscellaneous instructions.

000031216

30.12.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

08961

PUSHPABEN

4

(1) advises to treat Vrajlal as her brother & keep normal relations without meeting in private & touching him (2) Feels it necessary for one. like her who wishes to treat God as her husband to have politeness along with purity. (3) advises to sharpen her observation (4) advises to consult Vinoba. (5) Wishes her to remain equanimums even after reading her fathers & Vrajlal's letters.

000032878

30.12.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

00416

GANDHI, Chhaganlal K.

4

Your letter. Bith of a new girl-baby at Prabhudas'. - new responsibility. The baby should be brought up well and given good education. Prabhudas and Amba should exercise more restraint now. I can understand Kashi's growing weak. Rajkumari is at Hyderabad (Sind) and will be released on 2nd.

000029084

30.12.1945

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"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

1

Children should be taught all precesses of Khadi production cleanliness, regularity etc.

000026308

31.12.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

3

Miscellaneous instructions.

000026307

31.12.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

2

To a request to establish a separate kitchen Gandhiji approves of it and to finance it of special circumstances.

000026309

31.12.1945

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

1

Improve your pronunciation.

000027749

31.12.1945

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GANDHI, M. K.

00000

"BLANK"

1

Stray notes.