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Mr. Pillay's disclaimer of Gandhiji's pamphlet who was due to the letter's refusal to pay the former 5 or 10 guineas for some information.

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We can see nothing but harm likely to result from it. It may bring about a clash with authorities and thus put the Natal Whites in the wrong box.

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The Town Council sub. Committee promised to give every consideration to the views of the league regarding licences, locations etc. for Indians.

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This stream threatens destruction, and is harmful both economically and hygienically on account of their dirty habits.

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They have been fumigated and passengers disinfected all clothing being burnt and passengers bathed in carbolic acid solution.

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As a result of the careful fumigation, not a blanket is left on board either of the vessels.

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Growth of the Anti-Asiatic feeling is unquestionable as the following advertisement to attend a meeting for demonstration shows.

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The League has received a letter from the Government to the effect that the Government is considering the problem.

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02.01.1897

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The man responsible for turning out my wife was Parsi Rustomji (Indian Land Lord) under whose orders sweetman acted.

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04.01.1897

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Like Australia we must set aside constitutional scruples to drive out "Our precious Gandhis, Dadas and Abdullas" etc. Advocates cessation from the British Empire:

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It has protested against the disabilities placed on Indians in Africa and appealing to the Government for remedial measures.

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As the Victoria Cape Room will be too small, the meeting will be held in the market square: Polak H.S.

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05.01.1897

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NATAL ADVERTISER

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What about those who come by German boats ? I believe they are Arabs, not British subjects. Are "17 natives" Kaffirs or free Indians ?

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05.01.1897

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NATAL ADVERTISER

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I am the last to take the part of an Indian Land Lord...but I suggest an inquiry it will reveal startling things allowed here:

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Report of the Town Hall Meeting. "Mr. Gandhi had dragged our reputation in the gutters of India and he had painted Natal black as his skin". etc. The Meeting approved repatriation of the passages at the colony's expense.

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Umzinto s. S. arrived with 493 Indian Immigrants and is quarantined at the bluff. There are 17 natives and 7 Europeans also. The Indians were only kept in quarantine.

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The Demonstration move is heading towards mob-law. Does the Colonial Patriotic Union approve these extreme steps ?

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The Authorities cannot state when they will be released from quarantine. The Steamer officials believe it will be on Friday or so.

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They are still quarantined and it is not certain when they will be granted pratique. The "Crescent" s. S. is expected from Bombay soon.

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'Umzino' with 493 Indians was given pratique yesterday. The passengers were taken to the bluff and the vessel brought inside.

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06.01.1897

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Some remission must be given to them as they have lost all their crops on account of locusts and are therefore hard hit.

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06.01.1897

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The Government holds that a demonstration will thwart Government's intention to prevent the influx. At present Government has no power to prevent landing.

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The telegraphic reply of the Government is the outcome of a cabinet meeting held at Maritzburg yesterday morning.

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A Conference of Colonial Patriotic Union and Organisers of the meeting was held privately. It decided to abandon the demonstration.

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While we support every constitutional attempt to prevent the "Importation" to free Indians, the demonstration idea is foolish and harmful.

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The new law is enforced thoroughly will soon give us a criminal and destitute population and it will tax our energies to keep them in order.

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The Council adopted Mr. Scott Motsson that bye-laws should be framed to confine Indians of specified categories to locations.

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The Government rightly refused to sanction unconstitutional means. Violence would be playing into the hands of Gandhi.

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A translation of the passport now handed to Aliens who satisfy the officials of their worthiness (Verbatim Translation). The passport is to be renewed every 3 months and then every year.

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We must all unite to prevent free Indians Influx and avoid unconstitutional methods and put principle above self.

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"s. S. Crescent" is hourly expected from Bombay and has a large number of free Indians on Board.

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07.01.1897

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Government should prove their bonafides by rushing legislation to stop the Asiatic Invasion. There may be blood shed even before councils are summoned.

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07.01.1897

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"Before the countless (Indian) microbes pour in and irremediably flood" the colony. Natalians should go to the shore and request the Indians to go back unless in the meantime. Government hurry through bills to prevent the inroad.

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07.01.1897

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"Every one derided Dr. Jameson's generalship. Only Colonel Rhodes, Ex-Secretary to Lord Harris aroused Universal interest here".

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Harry Sparks and Mr. Putnam interviewed Attorney General. The Deputation on return seemed confident and hoped that Government will find ways of sending back the Indians.

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After 23 days' quarantine, i.e. 12 days after the fumigation the steamers will be granted pratique on Sunday when they can land the passengers.

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The plague should strengthen the hands of the Durban Committee. Indians and Chinamen have appeared in Cape Town also. An united and determined attempt by all Colonies should be made.

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Harry Sparks stated that the demonstration was not definitely given up. Their plans had not matured.

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A Second meeting was held here which resolved on a third meeting to consider the demonstration idea to prevent landing.

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Energetic steps (Described in detail) are taken by Durban. Feeling is running high. Unless the Indians are landed secretly a row seems imminent Gandhiji is said to have a complete printing plan to start a paper.

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The Town Council have resolved that the time has come when Indians and Natives not servants or owners be located outside.

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The objection against Gandhiji's translation was upheld by the court as Gandhiji was not a sworn translator. The opposing counsel urged a long quarantine for Gandhiji and many week's custody for his client.

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The Government rightly refused to approve of the idea of a demonstration as they cannot agree to ways and means which are not constitutional. The prevention of influx of Indians is a complicated question for more even than that of disfranchisement.

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The Union is very much alive as seen by its programme of meetings. Organisations with the same object should amalgamate.

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Other Private meetings were held chiefly by the Demonstration party. Government Attorney General has received a deputation.

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Government's reply will give general satisfaction. It was despatched after a Cabinet meeting in the fore noon.

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The Article strongly condemns premature violence and supports "Witness's" suggestion to call a special Session of the Parliament and to organise meetings.

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The Union does not favour the idea as it is illegal and harmful, several meetings were held to persuade dropping of Demonstration.

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The Committee of the Monday meeting were divided among themselves as to the steps they should take in view of Government's reply. The Committee having no status it was decided to send the wire to Government as from Harry Sparks.

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The Union will soon have rules etc. Already 2500 have become members. Meetings will be held all over the colony to gather support.

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The Committee urged to various centres - Please hold meetings to support us and request Government to call a special session of Parliament to deal with the question.

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Another meeting today will consider Government's reply to Monday's meeting resolution. Colonial Patriotic Union tried in vain to merge the two Committees.

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Secretary of the Natal Indian Congress stated that Government's reply to the Demonstration meeting did not mean much and denied that the congress wanted to "import" free Indians as that would mean competition with those already here: But he added the so called free Indians are imported by English firms here for their own convenience.

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"Please convey the strong popular feeling against their landing to the quarantined steamer's Indians, request them to return."!

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It has caused a profound sensation in the city. It will strengthen the hands of the Government in dealing with quarantined Indians.

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A mass meeting will be held to consider Government's reply to our resolutions of Monday's meeting and to decide on further actions - Harry Sparks.

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There is no much vitality in it. There is no influential man on its roll (E.P.Society in PMburg)

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08.01.1897

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Every Government certainly has the power to pass a provisional drastic measure to overcome all legal difficulties if it really sympathises with the people.

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08.01.1897

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"Please take steps to cope with this threatened evil of the landing of Indians as it will cause over crowding and insanitation" - Chairman.

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The question was firmly referred to the committee of the whole Town Council. The market was characterised as illegal and of stolen goods.

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The ravages of the Bombay plague show the wisdom of imposing quarantine. If necessary all Indians ports should be declared "Infected".

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We hear that many Indian traders also desire restriction of free Indians' immigration. But they cannot openly sympathise.

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But this demonstration plan is harmful. It may lead to violence and thus defeat its object and force the sympathetic Government to side with Indians.

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Unless Asiatics are excluded English men and particularly English women cannot make Natal their Home. That should be done even if Sugar Industry has to perish.

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According to 'Natal Advertiser', Indians are indifferent, they think it Government's job. Colonial Patriotic Union Holds aloof from the move for demonstration.

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The formalities have been complied with and the Property of Smith W. M. transferred to Pillay A. M.

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It is expected Indians will be landed on Sunday as by then 12 days will have gone since fumigation.

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The rumour that they were to be released from quarantine yesterday has no truth in it. The date is not yet fixed.

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Attorney General's statement that Government would reign and not actively suppress violence was reprehensible. They should have upheld Law.

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Signatures are being taken of those "Willing to go to the point and prevent the landing of Indians by force, if necessary".

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Report of the meeting in which Attorney General's statement (1621) was announced Full of provoking speeches. "Indian ocean is the fullest peace for the quarantined Indians" etc. From concluding portion it appears violence to the person of Gandhiji was precontemplated.

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We heartily endorse the suggestion of the last night's meeting to call a special Sessions. That is the legitimate way of dealing.

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The Attorney General interviewed, said that there was no hopes of repatriation compulsory or voluntary. "Government have not such power".

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Government's attempt to get the demonstration dropped failed. Attorney General will wire the resolutions and get instructions.

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"If you are willing to close your store to enable your assistants to join the demonstration. Please sign below". - Harry Sparks.

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It was held this morning. Active steps are taken to enlist labour support and the steamers movements are closely watched.

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"Natal Advertiser's" report of the meeting. It resolved on taking out a demonstration also. Complete Report.

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"Natal Mercury's" report of the meeting. Reference to Gandhiji full of hatred - to other Indians also but specially to Gandhiji. "Sink the Ships". "I would give a month's pay to have one shot at the ships".

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The Supreme Court held as valid a promissory note signed by Nepaul and endorsed by Nidha as having liability against Nepaul only.

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09.01.1897

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Let us first ascertain if the "free" Indians who come are not really indentured by a private agency. If so, they can be easily sent back as the process is against law.

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09.01.1897

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Suitable Immigration law and educational tests for franchise will do it. But British Empire will never deprive Indians of the proud title of C.B. & to suit Natal as that would change the constitution of the Empire:

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The following leaders have been appointed for Railway men, Point-men, Printers, Carpenters, Store-assistants, Brick-layers, etc.

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Enthusiasm in running to fever heat. An Australian - resident for 4 hours was enthusiastically heard and greeted.

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Demonstration tries to force the Government to do an impossible thing. We are for Constitutional agitation - meetings and petitions etc.

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Indians employed to distribute handbills to protest against the invasion. An Indian struck a white boy for pulling down a notice.

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It was announced that people should be ready at 5 A.M, when Indians would land - no, would try to land "Gandhi to the Point".

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Meetings at Dundee and Richmond will be held Richmond Road Farmer's Association also will hold one.

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Inflammatory harangues will most likely lead to violence and lend colour to Gandhi's mendacious and malicious charges. Government is weak-kneed when it says that it will resign rather than crush violence.

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The following leaders will guide the divisions against their names. Mounted trumpeteers will sound the signal.

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The proportion of the agitation is an emphatic reply to the reported intention to claim damages for quarantine.

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Mr. Harry Sparks is emphatic in this desire to organise orderly demonstration and not a riotous mob.

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It has appointed heads of various sections of the trade and organised volunteers and buglers to inform the public. Response is very great.

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Durban Young Men's Parliament will hold a special session, in response to a requisition to consider the problem.

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Last Week's activities show that Durban is in earnest means business. Government has candidly expressed desire to stop "free" immigration.

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He would consult his own comfort if he does not set foot on Durban. His maligning and blackening the colony has provoked us.

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The organisers of the meetings and demonstration must have complete control over the crowd while keeping up spirits.

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They showed Durban's determination. Any false step or precipitate violence will help Gandhi. Government is with us.

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A peaceable demonstration is to be made against Indians of the two steamers if they refused to return Temporary legislation is also proposed.

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Natal has to look to the welfare of the Natives as well as Indians already there: They agree that further influx should be stopped. Again the demonstration must be peaceful to be successful. - Gandhi wrongly imagined we would sit still while he continued to pour 1000 to 2000 Indians per month. The meeting was a success.

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Government has gone as far as possible to meet the popular view. It will call a special sessions and resign in case of violence.

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The question was discussed by the cabinet and then the Governor had a long interview with Sir Robinson J.(Premier).

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A mass meeting will be held to pass the Durban resolutions regarding the Asiatic Question.

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He was given 2 months and 12 lashes. He refused to plead guilty and so his counsel retired. He made no statement etc.

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11.01.1897

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Demonstration will be harmful. I suggest the observance of a special day when pledges may be taken to prevent immigration, first by constitutional means and then by force if necessary.

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3 Soldiers going from Calcutta to London died on board. This is an excellent lever for our Government to work with to stop immigration.

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In order to detect secret landing there is very efficient organisation. Telegrams of assistance have poured in.

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Some official report that Mr. Gandhi and the Indians are in a State of "Funk" and willing to return. The Captain has called Mr. Spratts for negotiation. Mr. Wylie etc. have gone to steamers.

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It is temporarily imposed, pending Government orders, as it has 6 Indians from Bombay.

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Great Britain would see that India is not disaffected by our treatment of Indians. We cannot stop immigration of a class of Indians and keep door open for another class (Coolies) East Africa is a good outlet for India. It would be a tactical blunder to make Gandhi a martyr. He must be let alone.

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Interviewed a Natalian, said that he believes in constitutional means and so suggested that the quarantined Indians must be allowed to land. But after that the Indian must go to avoid trouble.

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The movement has got good financial support. It is surmised that landing will not be tried before Monday.

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Local Indians (Pretoria Indians) are raising a fund to assist their Natal brethren in the present struggle.

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It was suggested that Gandhi may test the fitness of an applicant to be admitted as an interpreter. But chief Justice decided otherwise.

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A Johannesburger who offered 1000 men to support the cause had a scuffle with an opponent. The former afterwards apologised.

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Mr. Sparks will stand for Durban County during the next election. He has good support.

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The Times of Natal says many men have arranged to go to Durban - Some foregoing a day's pay.

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Government is justified in refusing to call a special sessions since the Demonstration party insist on adopting unconstitutional and violent means. Government is week kneed towards demonstrationists.

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He was drunk says.

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Up to a certain point it has done good but excess is always dangerous. If they do not Kup within constitutional bounds they would have created a Frankenstein.

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Interviewed Capt. Ballard said the quarantined steamers cannot come before 4 o'clock. He admitted the point was a place of great interest.

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Meetings at Ladysmith, New Castle and Cape Town were held - All averse to Asiatic Invasion.

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It has annoyed the demonstrationists. A Meeting is called to consider the new aspect.

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It is understood that cLosing of stores at the time of landing will be general. Towns people are on the alert.

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Though a little unfair, it will force Government to pass good measures. Natal objects to "free" Indians and not labourers.

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We are glad that the Organisers urge people to be peaceful. The Immigrants should better land at some other port.

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"Natal Advertiser's" report of Saturdays and Sunday's incidents in Durban.

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Principle Under secretary has informed Mr. Sparks that Government will introduce a measure in its ordinary Session early in march to check immigration of free Indians and is taking other steps also.

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Report full of Pmburg Meeting with the usual flings- Like "Black Scorpions" against Indians. Report of a Dundee Meeting. Also. [Note: On the back of this page there are (1) leading article re Asiatic Invasion and (2) a letter by "Citizen" re: Speeches at their meetings.]

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Durban's request to hold a meeting to urge Government to call a special sessions was complied with by an enthusiastic crowd.

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The Demonstration Committee were at hand all day. At 9-30 P.M the Committee informed to public that landing time was not yet fixed.

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Mr. Wylie announced that a firm had given Rs.25/- for the movement. Messages of sympathy from various places were read.

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Meetings are held of and on Perhaps the quarantined Indians will go to Transvaal. Meetings all over the colony also held.

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Messages of sympathy from all over Natal were read. Dr. Mckenzie appealed to the boys to avoid riot and disorder.

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Pratique was granted this morning at about 10 A.M. The Steamers will cross the bar at about 4 P.M. Passengers will not land at once.

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"5000 men walking to the point to down 200 or 300 miserable coolies... would brand their cause for years and years."

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One rumour is that they will be conveyed to Transvaal direct. Another that they will be landed at port Shepstone.

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The Deputy Mayor informed Mr. Poynton that the Municipal Corporation realised that there was no accommodation for them. Bye-laws will be duly enforced.

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The trumpeteers have been sent to get their horses. Intense excitement prevails. Health officer went to give pratique at 8.30 A.M.

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The Meeting did not favour a Special sessions to deal with the Asiatic problem It left the matter to Government.

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The Meeting called upon Government to repatriate quarantined Indians and to stop free Indians immigration for which a special sessions of the parliament should be called.

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Men were camping on the Back Beach all night and the encampment and watch will continue till Indians land.

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Every one was on the qui vive. Mr. Sparks Harry announced that pratique may be granted early morning. All should assemble.

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The Union tug Natal went to fetch the European passengers and the 2 water police at about 12 noon.

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"Please support plea special sessions". The Maritzburg meeting chairman wired "All resolutions passed unanimously".

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Permitting their disembarkation would be a blunder and a crime with irretraceable effects. Our merchant and public men are to blame.

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I object to the word. They are not enemies. Their insanitation is due to their poverty. They made Natal. Is this "British Justice" ?

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Meetings at hotels lead crowds into temptation to drink and are therefore dangerous to peace.

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He could show his practical interest in the anti Indian movement by cLosing all the bars on his premises.

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Why did she take on board the six "Gentlemen"? Perhaps they came to Delgoa Bay by the "Crescent". The "Greek" must be treated like "Courland".

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He said that Indians expect that justice will be dealt to them by the Government and they will land. Gandhiji is not afraid but he could not say about "New" Indians.

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Ship owners are approaching the Committee with a view to returning Indians: negotiations proceeding.

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Col Bettington contradicts the report that he had offered 1000 men to assist the demonstration party.

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They said Natalians were UnChristian and that they (Captain and Engineer) entirely sided with Indians. Indians were respectable men. The law-breakers were Natalians and not Indians.

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He detailed the hardships and the mutual charity of Indians. Gandhi was unknown to Indians. The Captain was very bitter against Natal Quarantine which was worse than Turkish. (An interesting interview)

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He contradicts the report that he wished to stand for Durban city during the next general election.

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The "Mercury's" description of the preparations for the demonstration when Indians land. Negotiations were not complete.

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A meeting will be held on Saturday. Great excitement prevails special sessions resolutions will be passed.

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The negotiations are still going on the matter is not as easy as it appeared to be. The proposals are that new comers may return if fare and compensation are paid.

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Report of an interview with the captain It varies materially almost wholly from "Natal Advertiser's" reports regarding Indians and Gandhi etc.

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"Natal Mercury's" full report of 1755,1756,1757,1758,1759,1760.

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"The Greek" was released, from quarantine late last night. Indians were set free this afternoon with the consent of the Committee.

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The parliament is further prorogued till March 4, it shows that Government does not wish to call an early session for the coolie Problem.

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When he met the Committee, he thought he was dealing with the Government. He did not bring in the vessel as he was not sure about his passenger's safety.

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It was simply a question of expense as Indians had declared their willingness to return. All but Gandhi should be beated fairly.

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Demonstration leaders enjoined patience. The Captain is negotiating. Attorney General is here: He is to be approached for return fare charges. (The time of the wire is pointed 10.15P.M. This seems to be wrong. It should be 10.15 A.M.).

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One such stated that Gandhiji would explain if allowed. He denies exaggeration of attempt to bring free Indians. There is no clique etc.

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Wylie said Gandhi was where, they hoped, he would remain (Voice:- Have you the tar ready for him ?) None will be allowed to land.

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It was announced that important negotiations are going on and their position is the same i.e. return of every one to India.

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The number of Indian new comers is hardly 1/6th of the estimate to land. They may be sent back but others and the families of settlers should be allowed to land.

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There is a rumour that Government demurs to the payment of the sum demanded by the owners of the quarantined ships.

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Star's telegrams describing the scene and excitement in Durban previous to landing up to the 12th January.

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It opined that the quarantined Indians be repatriated at state expense and there be no further "free" Indian immigration.

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The sub committee has returned with the Captain of "Naderi" Negotiations are going on. The Captain of the "Courland" will come next morning Announcement to be at 9 P.M.

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A Deputation boarded the vessel to confer with the master. It succeeded in inducing both masters to come ashore and confer.

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The sub. Committee is coming back. Dada Abdoola and Company has appealed to the Government for protection to passengers at the time of landing. But "Courland,s" Indians are anxious to return.

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Nothing has transpired since last night. The committee is still negotiating. Announcement unlikely before to night.

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He said that Gandhi emphatically denies any exaggeration. or connection with any importing agency. There were only 70 new comers.

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"Natal Mercury's" version of the speeches by Dan Taylor,Wylie, Dr. Mackeuzie etc. Both the version tally.

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It has served its purpose as it has drawn public attention Apparently it may seem to be illegal but if the law is bad people have a right to break it However demand for a special session is unwise. Durban is lawless in a respectable manner.

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The Whole Colony must back up Durban. Though prevention of landing is impossible future immigration must stop.

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Round condemnation for playing low to the gallery and offering Reins of Government to mob-law, just for vote catching.

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A white Hotel-keeper was charged for supplying liquor to an Indian off the premises and another for selling it to natives.

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A proclamation by H.Excellency, prorogues parliament until 4th March.

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As she had 6 Indian passengers from Bombay via Delgoa Bay, She was quarantined.

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They have now received pratique. Europeans and special Natal Indian passengers will be landed by the Demonstrationists. "Crescent" discharged all her Indian passengers at Delgoa-Bay to avoid trouble.

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'Natal Witness' rightly condemns Government's lukewarm policy. It recalls apathy - the drastic measures taken by the Cape and Australia to prevent the convicts from landing. However at present Government must be supported.

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Dada Abdoola, being only for the 'Naderi', her Captain has the right to negotiate, but for the 'Courland' Dada Abdoola alone has the right.

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The meeting formed a branch of the union and passed a resolution requesting Government to call a special sessions to stop "free" immigration.

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The Captain informed us that previous statements regarding number and character of the Indians is misleading. Gandhi brings only his family. Only 50 come to Colony and there are no artisans.

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Of 350, 100 are Wives and families of Natal Indians. There is no artisan. Indians are frightfully afraid. The Committee agrees to allow the Natal Indians safe arrival and feels sure of success.

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As desired by the "Courland" passengers a Demonstration sub-committee has left for her to negotiate for their return. The owners are likely to comply if return fares are paid.

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The Committee had a further interview with Attorney General, who expressed satisfaction for the Committee's doings so far.

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It was rumoured that as a result of an agreed arrangements new comers will be shipped back by the courland. But according law the Captain have no authority to negotiate.

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The 2 European said Gandhiji was a thorough gentleman. Neither he nor Indians were afraid to land. They were anxious to land.

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A resolution for compulsory return was proposed at Dundee but withdrawn as meeting was not in favour.

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A resolution to from a branch of the League to support white Natalists regarding Asiatic problem had no seconder at the Dundee Meeting.

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Mr. Sparks announced that while the"Courland's" skipper was prepared to return Indians conditionally, "Naderi's" skipper was firm. The Crowd expressed themselves quite prepared to "receive" the 'Naderi'.

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One Committee member said they were not objectionable and they had gone to the point just to see them land. Another posed a firmed attitude - a different story.

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After one days quarantine she was given pratique. The 6 Indians were disinfected. But they will not be landed just now.

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"Courland" May go to Delgoa Bay, "Naderi" may come inside, "Greek" has been Quarantined, Everything is ready for demonstration.

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The question of returning "new" Indians is narrowing down to one of money. Dada Abdoola and Company is to be consulted.

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He deprecated hasty legislation which would hardly be agreed to by the council and the Imperial Government.

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He weakly criticises the agitation against Asiatics and while charging me with stabbing in the dark, hides himself in a non-deplume.

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Even these Indians who are domiciled must be boycotted and thus ejected, to save our children from this "social blight". (For Correspondents name see 1799).

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He prates about constitutionalism but no great reform was ever made without a threat of violence 3 pounds fax is a lukewarm measure:

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The Demonstration committee announced that negotiation have broken down as the Captains had not kept faith. The rumour about Gandhi was unfounded.

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On the basis of returning new-comers (except families of Natal Indians) negotiations are going on Mr. Gandhi relies on Government help to disembark.

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The alarms are now being given and the crowds now rushing to the Point.

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After an all-nights watch the ships are seen clearly moving. Alarm has been sounded. It rains heavily. All Is Lortte excitement.

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One of the Britisher Kicking out an Indian trader into the sea and the other of the shoe(colony) wiping out her Indian babies.

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The Committee has received a big pile of letters of sympathy from every corner of Natal. One writes "Bravo! Durban!".

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To show complete reconciliation the two presented themselves together on the balcony of a hotel.

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A Special sessions with a hasty bill Will only delay settlement as the Bill would be considered by legislative Council, and Home Government, as a result of the Demonstration and therefore would be rejected.

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We have Imperial obligations, to discharge and so matters must be calmly gone into. The quarantined new comers will probably go. We must take our stand on racial purity agreement.

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The Secretary informs us that they were receiving encouragement from all quarters Specially Transvaal.

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Mr. Sparks wires: Steamers kept outside 2 days already Day our best expects steamers this morning Later: Demonstration is now gathering to proceed to the Point Later : Enormous demonstration now waiting the arrival of steamers.

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The Committee declared that the demands of the captains were exorbitant. They wrote down counter proposals Mr. Gandhi will have to return if negotiations succeed. They regarded Gandhi "With the utmost Contempt".

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The Crowd outside the Central Hotel heard with good humour the harangues of some men and waited with patience though hald wet with rain.

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He said the Committee were doing their best, working night and Day for & days.

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Gandhi was looking "abject and miserable". "There are two or three swallow tailed individuals on the 'Courland'but not of Gandhi's class at all".

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The Captains have broken faith as they did not reply in time (Voice:-"tar them") They may be ready for the point parade early morning, and must "go on" or "Stand off" and allow disembarkation according to leaders orders.

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A Meeting was to be held last evening at Howisk and one meeting is called at Ixops for Saturday.

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2 Hotel Proprietors have agreed to close their hostels to avoid trouble due to intoxication during the demonstration.

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Pratique was granted on Monday at 7.30 P.M. After the Demonstration Committee was satisfied that the 6 Indians were not new comers they were landed.

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Natal Government Railway Goods Department forted its employees on pain of dismissal to join it Those who joined the demonstration in spite of the ban it is feared be victimised.

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Description of the behaviour of the crowd.etc in great detail. Jokes "Gandhi, Gandhi, you come here for all the tar and feathers".

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"Natal Mercury's" report which tallies almost verbatim with "Natal Advertiser's" - of the speeches condensed in parts.

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They are a good breed but are slightly ant of condition after their prolonged stay on board.

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When he learnt that the Demonstration Committee was not the Government he refused to treat with it any longer and negotiations ended abruptly.

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The Interview that dispelled many suspicions and cleared misunderstandings. Gandhi seems almost at his best here: (It Gandhiji's large heartedness) and firmness etc:Note:).

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The Demonstration proved a most significant unanticipated success which lay in its failure to achieve its immediate object.

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Though Mr. Gandhi rightly feels actually the treat-treatment meted at to Indians, restrictive legislation is inevitable to prevent the Indian onrush. The Demonstration fizzled & out by the tact of Attorney General.

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A leader full of forceful reasoning:-The Demonstration was a complete fiasco. The Government and Indians won. The Government conspired with the Demonstration Committee and practically gave up the reins to the Committee; A double game played etc.

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A lurid journalistic description of a tour in the Himalayas and Kashmir by "A Nobody Abroad".

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He demanded 10000 pounds compensation for the return of the Indians 'Courland' 7500 pounds , and 2500 pounds for Nanderi which was to land passengers.

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The illegal methods of intimidation were justified by the results and the magnitude of the interests at stake. The Government had all through, the movement under control, despite appearances to the contrary. The question is now urgent.

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Official returns show that Courland had 249 Indians, and Naderi 368. There were 2 European passengers on each.

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Captain Minle (Milne?) held himself responsible for Gandhiji's injuries. When Gandhiji left the steamer he did not interfere in view of Attorney General's assurance of safety.

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Not the Slightest hostility was shown to them, another evidence of the loyalty of the people to the Durban Committee.

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The report is not correct in some detail. It says Gandhi was disguised as an elderly Indian lady. It is silent about representatives of the crowd searching Rustomjee's house. "He was very much dazed but eyewitnesses state that he bore himself solidly and pluckily through out."

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The Indian invaders would not be negotiated with on the basis of equality and fairness and so they fell through. The language is beautiful.

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A picturesque description in high-flown style of the gathering of the demonstrators near the point in torrential rain.

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A summery of Durban scenes before and during landing and Gandhiji's rough handling. Gandhi was badly cut and bruised, Workmen feel that they were humbugged.

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We are facing a grave crisis. We are opposed to any more "Free" Indian importation. Our aim is to keep Natal a white man's colony(Signed by Poynto).

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People dispersed and went home as quickly as they had gathered. A majority appeared to be satisfied with the term of events.

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To the surprise of the crowd they saw a single individual in a boat coming straight from the ships. He was the Attorney General.

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Though some landed yesterday afternoon immediately after the port captains permission, most landed this morning. Complete quiet prevailed.

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By abusing Indians and Gandhi, they adroitly pacified the crowd and made it abandon the demonstration. The best punishment to Gandhi was to let him live and be spat upon.

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Though it will be a serious handicap in the negotiations, it was but the work of irresponsible roughs Demonstration Committee people must disown them.

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No doubt they will experience a profound sense of relief that the demonstration has ended in something like smoke.

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The quiet at the central Hotel premises presented a marked contrast to the tumult of the last week.

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One member sent a note to another that "Murder would be going on" to which the reply was the Committee had resigned and was not responsible.

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They were charged with creating a disturbance by whooping and brandishing their sticks. They were fined from 1pound to 2pound.

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He says that Gandhiji was struck with a stone on the temple causing blood to flow. One blow was severe as to make him stagger.

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After all the demonstrators had collected;-a huge gathering; Escombe began his speech. He succeeded in getting. the demonstration dropped.

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At about 1 P.M. yesterday there was a false at alarm that boats laden with Indians were coming ashore:

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He moved his Ship nearer while taking precautions for his passenger's safety. The demonstrators rushed hither and thither in surprise and they soon left to attend a meeting. That is haw the demonstration.

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Both the steamers were escorted by Government ships. Attorney General was on board of one of the escort vessels.

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A free Indian attacked his wife child and mother in law with a rice stamper and a wood chopper. The cause is said to be jealousy In custody.

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Graphic account of the historical lynching of Gandhiji. He "Maintained a calm appearance" and said "I expected something like this I am Going to leave it to their justice". (Except Mr. Sparks every one of the Demonstration Committee Kept clear of the mod.-

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After assuring the passengers of their safety under the Natal Government's laws he moved away ashore and led away the crowd to a meeting.

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Two photographers- G.W.middle brook and J.W.Bradley, - took excellent views of the whole proceedings.

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He was neither fisted nor kicked, and blood did not flow. He got only a couple of handfuls of mud and fish. "The Plucky Mr. Gandhi".

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Natal has been handed over to mobliw for the last 10 days, and wild speeches are delivered. Unless tactful action follows Natal may join Transvaal.

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I enclose a copy of my letter to the Town Council on the conduct of certain Natives at the time.

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You should show by action that you would not countenance disorder; otherwise the demonstration will have an evil effect on the Natives.

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The British Subject plea is too often flaunted against us, but Cape Colony and even the Crown Colonies ban the advent of Indians. Like them we should step issuing licences to them.

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Telegraphic summery of all the incidents connected with the ships; assault on Gandhiji, and threatened legislation.

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The Durban report is incorrect.Passangers will land after fumigation. Asiatics on Steamers at Durban now will not be allowed to land here:

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The inconvenience the coolies have suffered will check the overflow. Every passenger will be an agent for stoppage of immigration.

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Interviewed by Rafi-Uddin-Ahmed,Chamberlain sympathised but said it was a labour and not racial question and self colonies were quite free in the matter.

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Several landing on Wednesday after noon and others on Thursday morning. Some bound for Mauritius are still on board of Naderi.

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Due to the fizzle excitement rapidly waned. Many thinks the Demonstration Committee have been "Spoofing" them; the Committee claims a" moral" Victory (?).

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Williancs J.P.Writes that the present is a favourable moment for a plebiscite in Natal to decide whether to join the Republic.

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Williams G.R. in "Digger's News" suggests that the present crisis is an opportunity for Natal joining hands with Transvaal but he is indignantly repudiated. He would be more warmly received than even Gandhi.

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Though he was largely at fault, this un-British and cowardly action has only helped him and tarnished our name. The best way is to stop all immigration including that of Europeans.

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Resolution urging prevention of further advent of free Indians and calling a special sessions were passed. Indians are less civilised".

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