00007779A

01.01.1922

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00515

ABDUL BARI [Maulana)]

1

Dictator does not replace Working Committee Imprisonment - Etc. for the sake of country or religion.

000007776

01.01.1922

01182

PONDYA CHANDRA SHANKAR N.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Though merely a 'spectator' and 'well-wisher' due to illness, I hope you will achieve Swaraj. You are working wonders.

000007777

01.01.1922

01183

SRI PRAKASA

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

6

Unless something is done to draw it up, he will retire from politics, and so will get out of jail. Please do consult him in forming a scheme.

000007778

01.01.1922

01184

CONGRESS [ASSAM]

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Bolco account doubtful. Fresh inquiry. Postpone publication, Congress [Gauhati]. A congress account doubtful in Assam.

007771/35

01.01.1922

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1

An open letter to District Magistrate regarding police attricities on non-co-operation-volunteers. Statement of various persons about the attrocities.

000007781

01.01.1922

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2

A beautiful exposition of the philosophy of non-violence, which is the basis of spiritual-mindedness; and of Swaraj. [Article by Coyajee M.M.]

000007780

01.01.1922

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Replies by Gandhiji showing his insistences on non-violence, defence of boycott of law-courts, his views on Untouchability, Khadi etc.

007771/42

02.01.1922

05517

ALL INDIA CONGRESS WORKING COMMITTEE

09379

YOUNG INDIA, Editor

1

Reports of a punlic meeting held on 1-1-1922.

000007784

02.01.1922

00449

00449

1

000007785

02.01.1922

00449

00449

1

000007783

02.01.1922

01187

ZUTSI U. N.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

6

Herewith an article on the Congress Session. I earnestly appeal to you to be reasonable and support Malaviyajee.[Consent to a Round Table Conference, suggested by Malaviyajee]

000007782

02.01.1922

01186

ASHAR, RANCHHODDAS

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

As I re-obtained an important lost article, I was going to present Rs. 5/- to Shree Nathji but am ordered by him to send them to you [Credited to the Tilak Swaraj Fund].

00007784A

02.01.1922

09422

CENTRAL LABOUR FEDERATION

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

You said 'No' on November 24th ,1921;but papers assert that wire is spurious .How far should labour participate in politics?

007771/44

03.01.1922

09380

MOTIHARI DISTRICT CONGRESS COMMITTEE

09353

YOUNG INDIA

12

Submitting full report of Champaran disturbances on 27-12-1921.

007771/41

03.01.1922

05517

ALL INDIA CONGRESS WORKING COMMITTEE

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

Weekly report of repression; endin 2nd January 1922.Enclocure :- A statement of convicted persons. [statement III]

007771/43

03.01.1922

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3

Press communique regarding claim under section 92c;with regard the Golden Temple,Amritsar and its connected Shrines.

000007850

03.01.1922

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27

Letters etc on Malaviya Conference [or Conference suggested by Malaviya of Round Table Conference suggested by Malaviya] Swami shraddhananadji favours the idea hit V.R. Acharya [Vijayaraghavachariar] and Konda Venkatappaiya oppose it. Abdul Kalam Azad supports Gandhiji in the stand Gandhiji had taken regarding Malaviyaji [Motilal Nehru ?] and Das' proposals [SN 7730] Government summarily rejects the proposals but Malaviyaji believes in persevering and hoping against hope and request Gandhiji to postpone Civil disobedience.Malviya requests Gandhiji to postpone civil disobedience even after rejection of Conference proposals.

000007720

04.01.1922

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00778

GANDHI, Devdas

4

In the midst of all this work do not neglect to improve it [hand writing] Reduce the size, but make your paper perfect. It has many faults at present. [Absure news of Malaviyaji offering Civil Disobedience printed].

000007787

04.01.1922

00699

ASAF ALI

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

A letter in a philosophic vein dealing with a jail, both literal and figurative. The writer let himself go. Also reference to Liberals. "I have despaired of them". etc.

000007786

04.01.1922

01188

DESAI, V. T.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

8

A letter suggesting some precautions to be taken before starting Civil Disobedience; namely- (1) Stop all exports to keep up the money value of the rupee etc.

000007789

05.01.1922

01190

KRISHNADAS

00778

GANDHI, Devdas

2

Congress on Your magnificent article on the New Year. your style is impressing with remarkable rapidity.

000007788

05.01.1922

01189

BANERJEE, Anupama

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

My husband has given up practice. We trust to Providence to help us. He will do some business. I saw my brother-in-law, Jiten in jail.

000007773

05.01.1922

01180

GOVINDJI'S MOTHER

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

Govindji Vasanji's case is a good illustration of Government's oppressive and Machiavellian methods, as his is the only case arising out of the riot.

000007774

05.01.1922

10380

REVASHANKAR JAGJIVAN JHAVERI

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

I am prepared to accept all your suggestions regarding the prize for the invention of a suitable wheel.

007771/45

06.01.1922

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

09381

LEADER (Newspaper)

5

1st draft of full statement of the facts regarding allegations about ill-treatment; request to extend courtsey to publish the report.

007771/46

06.01.1922

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

09381

LEADER (Newspaper)

4

2nd draft of the above [SN7771/59]

000007790

06.01.1922

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00778

GANDHI, Devdas

1

Congratulations Krishna Kant, Kannna,s. Mohiaddin, Govind.Hope stream Volunteers will be unbroken.

000007792

06.01.1922

01192

BHATTACHARY,A J. P.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Is salaaming the jailor included in "an attempt to humiliate the prisoner" Which alone can justify disobedience ? [N.C.O. = Non-Co-operator].

000007791

06.01.1922

01191

STYADEV SWAMI

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

Vigorous protest against Gandhiji's calling it so You may call it unreasonable, but not irreligious. Do not damn violence party by abuse in public and take Government help to suppress it.

007771/47

07.01.1922

05517

ALL INDIA CONGRESS WORKING COMMITTEE

09353

YOUNG INDIA

1

Copy in confirmation of express telegram sent that day.

000008065

07.01.1922

00730

RUSTOMJEE, Parsee

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

"You keep me back" [that is uninformed] regarding Schools, for which I sent money. send Trust Deed.

000007793

08.01.1922

01193

JOSHI, B. A.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

Their [Dharwar Prisoners] release must be a condition of any compromise with Government. Guilt has been fastened upon them by the culprits the police [References to Tyabji A, Shaukat Ali & Lajpat Rai to attest innocence]

007771/50

08.01.1922

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2

Account of an incident of illtreatment in Sultanpur jail.

007771/49

08.01.1922

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5

Report of the progress of non-co-operation movement in Kasganj [united provinces].Police attrocities described.

000007795

09.01.1922

01194

DUNICHAND

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

The most heart-rending repression has only stimulated people here: Mahadev Desai is now a deity to adore for me. [Ref. to Mahadev & Lajpat Rai]

007771/48

09.01.1922

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1

Report of the non-co-operation movement work in District of Basti.

000007794

09.01.1922

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

6

"A random talk" by Mahadev Desai showing his innate religious tendency and his love and reverence for Gandhiji - written in a pleasant mood.

007771/54

10.01.1922

09383

KUNZRU, Hriday Nath

09381

LEADER (Newspaper)

1

Condemanation of over-crowding of political prisoners in a van and the treatment meted out to them.

007771/53

10.01.1922

05381

PRASAD, Rajendra

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

Reporting sentence meted out ot secretary Khilafat committee and provincial congress committee.

007771/51

10.01.1922

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5

Report of Non-co-operation movement in Tamilnad.

000007801

10.01.1922

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

I still repent my wire "Hope am worth of you now" Pyarelal told me through those "air holes" your hope of my being a second Latimer.

007771/52

10.01.1922

09382

ALLAHABAD PROVINCIAL CONGRESS COMMITTEE

05517

ALL INDIA CONGRESS WORKING COMMITTEE

4

Under circular letter No.4 all districts in the province have been directed to raise subscriptions to meet increase in demand.

000007797

11.01.1922

01117

KRISHNADAS

00778

GANDHI, Devdas

3

He views this new venture with the keenest interest, and so do not fail to send him your paper and to write to him very often.

000007796

11.01.1922

01195

CHAKRAVARTI, D. N. S.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

6

A protest against Gandhiji's policy of total prohibition wine being one of the 5 "M"s, essential for this world, according to Tantra-Shastra-should not be totally prohibited.

000007800

11.01.1922

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

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1

"No one can save my but myself; similarly regarding the Nation. Fear none. Think right, speak right, do right.

00007850A

11.01.1922

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2

Experience of Mulvi waheed Hossain bitterly complainng against overcrowding ,bad food ,ventilation and medical help etc. Also of Ahmad Ali in 2 fragments Jail "Packed like stucks of stone"

000007805

11.01.1922

00000

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1

Agreement between Great Britain and Southern Ireland, by which the latter was constituted into Irish Free State. Irish Free State, given Dominion Status like Canada etc. But several har bourport to remain British.

000007799

11.01.1922

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1

They were arrested but released unconditionally, along with the boys who accompanied them. Great enthusiasm.

000007798

11.01.1922

00000

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1

It recommends defensive civil disobedience. regarding National Volunteers and penal tax but prohibits mass civil disobedience. The office was searched for the 6th time, and 8 persons including Bardoloi arrested.

007771/55

12.01.1922

09384

COMMISSIONER OF ALLAHABAD DIVISION

09381

LEADER (Newspaper)

1

Says that the above comments are not justifiable.

000007806

12.01.1922

01198

GUJARAT PROVINCIAL CONGRESS COMMITTEE

01199

BOMBAY PROVINCIAL CONGRESS COM

2

Gujarat Provincial Congress Committee spent 3 lakhs after national education . 6 lakhs are locked up in Swadeshi work. So we request you to grant Rs.2,65000 for National Education and 1 lakh for work among Depressed classes.

000007807

12.01.1922

01200

CHANBE RAJA RAM

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

A complaint 3 Muslims [Muslim non-co-operators - neighbours] for attempting social boycott on a false charge of the writer's being a co-operator and causing rustication of 3 Non-Co-operated boys [Reference to Ghose I.I., as friend]

007771/60

12.01.1922

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007771/59

12.01.1922

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Text of a press communique regarding the settlement of the Golden Temple Question. Government withdraws from management.Releases sikh prisoners.

000007808

13.01.1922

01201

GHOSE HAS [MODERN HIGH SCHOOL]

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

As I made attendance at the Prince's welcome programme compulsory and rusticated 53 who did not, I and my school-student have been the target of violent words and deeds by non-co-operators. Ref.to Malaviyaji's arrest ? & Devdas & Sub-editor "Independent" as leaders of hooliganism.

007771/56

13.01.1922

09385

BHARTI GOPINATH

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

6

Placing the facts and circumstances of Shri. B.N.Sasmal,the Wx-Secretary of Barisal Provincial Congress Committee. His case for consideration and advice.

000008066

14.01.1922

00730

RUSTOMJEE, Parsee

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Many thanks for your cable "Trust Posted" Please forgive me for my previous angry letter.

007771/57

14.01.1922

01962

DISTRICT CONGRESS COMMITTEE

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

9

Informing Gandhiji in details about the political situation;particularly Barisal Jail incidents.

000007802

15.01.1922

01196

MANERIKAR S. G.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Please let me personally demonstrate before you my new "Jivan Chakra"'s working. Its advantages are noted herewith.

007771/61

15.01.1922

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2

Reporting a veritable rain of terror to which Dehradun was subjected by Government officials-Report by sectretary of the Dehradun Congress committee.

007771/62

16.01.1922

00766

GIRDHARILAL

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

22

Statement and proceedings in the court of First class Mgistrate in the trial of Girdharilal ,Amritsar; private letter to Gandhiji.

007771/63

16.01.1922

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2

Police meanness and high spirit of Volunteers reported.

007771/64

17.01.1922

00744

DISTRICT CONGRESS COMMITTEE

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

Reporting good behaviour of volunteers in an incident in the municipality.

007771/78

18.01.1922

09390

DIWAKAR R.R.

09391

DEPUTYCOLLECTOR

14

Statements sybmitted in the courts of Deputy Collector Dharwar by r. R. Diwakar and r. s. Hukerikar.

007771/65

18.01.1922

09386

BALIA CONGRESS COMMITTEE

00778

GANDHI, Devdas

1

Repression in the district in full swing Gandhi Devdas requested to visit the Districteven for a day to rouse the dying spirit of the movement.

000007804

18.01.1922

00000

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00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

An extremely beautiful letter of an elevated spirit. Jail-life has made appreciate how independent of physical distance one can become for communion with those who are one in spirit. "The outer a life shadow of the inner".

000007803

18.01.1922

01197

VERUMAL BEGRAJ

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

Though my fractured collar-bone is not yet alright, I am tired of waiting and so shall appear in the court to hear the judgement.

007771/66

18.01.1922

09387

BULANDSHAHI DIST. CONGRESS COMMITTEE

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Free translation of the report of police Attrocities;received from Bulandshahi District congress committee [Siana congress committee]

007771/68

18.01.1922

09382

ALLAHABAD PROVINCIAL CONGRESS COMMITTEE

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

15

Submitting some questions arising in regard to congress Resolution No.1. Copy of circular nos. 1,2,4,5,8,&12; also the miles framed in concern with the united provinces volunteers corps; attached.

007771/58

18.01.1922

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Report of repression in Bihar from 10th December 1921 to 15th January 1922.

007771/67

19.01.1922

05517

ALL INDIA CONGRESS WORKING COMMITTEE

09379

YOUNG INDIA, Editor

2

Copy of the five resolutions passed. Sent for publication.

000007811

19.01.1922

00910

TAGORE, Dwijendranath [BARO-DADA]

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

After reading it in 'Young India' [dated 12-1-1922], you seem to me to be an example of Biblical counsel. "Be wise as a serpent and innocent as a dove."

000008067

19.01.1922

00730

RUSTOMJEE, Parsee

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

7

I still await your report regarding Schools. Jalbhoy does not carry out my orders regarding my Bombay property.

007771/69

19.01.1922

02610

RAM VINOD

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

7

Submitting puport of his interview with Dada in Benares Jail; and Dada's request to submit facts about his imprisonment.

007771/75

19.01.1922

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1

Detailed official version fo [Phirozpur] Firozpur Jahirka [Zirka ]affair.

000007812

20.01.1922

01203

LAJJAVATI

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

I saw santnamji in jail. He sends a message from him and Lalaji [Lajpat Rai] that you should not worry about the prisoners, who are determined to suffer anything for swaraj.

007771/70

20.01.1922

09388

MERATH CONGRESS COMMITTEE

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

Quoting important portion from a letter received from Babu Sukhlalji ; confined in the meerut Jail.

007771/71

20.01.1922

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7

Submiting report on repression after 17th November 1921.

007771/72

20.01.1922

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28

Report of police firing at Phirozpur -Zirka; along with the congress Enquiry commission.

000007813

21.01.1922

01204

SHARMA, PARAS RAM

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

They were threatened with air-Bombing etc. People fled-though it is winter, - leaving their children at home. Congress workers here are haughty and violent minded. 4 killed and 60 to 70 wounded.

000007820

21.01.1922

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1

Speakers emphasised the alarming nature of the outlook, and condemned the Government for allowing import duties.

000007821

21.01.1922

00000

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1

If within six months, his fellow villagers were not clothed in khadi, he will exile himself. P.C.Ray would feel ashamed to see Gandhiji. [SN 7821 on back of SN 7799]

000007848

22.01.1922

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00778

GANDHI, Devdas

2

Hasten to jail. Fear no dangers. If there is a violent outbreak, give up your to pacify it Separation from you pains me, though I wish it should not.

000007809

22.01.1922

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00778

GANDHI, Devdas

2

You must find out how Litho copies can be made neat and legible. Send detailed reply to the complaint regarding Modern [Model ?] High School.

000007814

22.01.1922

01205

MALAVIYA GOVIND

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

I feel very uneasy since my fellow convicts in the same case receive ordinary treatment. What should I do ? Father [M.M>Malaviya] fully approves of my conviction though he was opposed to my picketing, modern School.

000007849

22.01.1922

01218

BOROAH, TILLOTTAMA (Mrs.)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

My husband has gone to "Swaraj Ashram" by one years rigorous imprisonment. I, too, am working with all my heart. God bless you and country.

000007847

22.01.1922

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1

An appeal to boycott them as they serves as a handle of Government repression. A suggestion to hold a Conference for the purpose. Appeal by J.C.Chakrawarti, President, Pleaders' Association, Dinajpur.

000007815

23.01.1922

00778

GANDHI, Devdas

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Sherwani struck off rolls as "unfit". But the bench say that his application for rejoining may be favourably considered. Sherwani, an N.C.O. Pleader disbarred.

007771/74

24.01.1922

05152

CONGRESS COMMITTEE

09353

YOUNG INDIA

5

Information and account of National Week activities in the Muttra [Mathura] Jail. A copy of Muttra Gazette of 24-1-1922 enclosed.

000007656

24.01.1922

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00778

GANDHI, Devdas

3

You see Mr. Ghose, and explain everything. Herewith my letter to him, Never hide any dirt in us. [Devdas denies the charge levelled by Ghose]

000007816

24.01.1922

01206

VENKATAPPAYYA, Konda

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

They ill-used a woman who died in a hospital; and have beaten two Volunteers who had to be treated. 50 villages are strong regarding non-payment of taxes. The military is to parade there to overawe them.

007771/73

24.01.1922

02610

RAM VINOD

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

6

Describing his interview with dada in Benares Jail; and submitting a copy of his coplaint to the syperintendent of District Jail; points for settlement suuggested (Dada = J.B.Kripalani?)

000007817

25.01.1922

01208

SHASTRI, NARDEV

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Some are given special treatment. should there be this differentiation ? Persons convicted for the same offence are treated differently. What is your view ? some hate this; others are eager for it.

007771/76

25.01.1922

09389

RANCHI DIST CONGRESS COMMITTEE

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

Vontradivtion to the alleged vengence of Ranchi-non-co-operators -over dead body-Issued by thge President Ranchi District congress committee.

000007818

25.01.1922

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1

An incident in Son bars a Thana where the villagers were assaulted and pillaged as some outsiders had offered Satyagraha there:

007771/77

26.01.1922

05517

ALL INDIA CONGRESS WORKING COMMITTEE

09353

YOUNG INDIA

8

Sending weekly review of non-co-operation Movement in Punjab.

000007822

26.01.1922

01209

REED, Stanley [EDITOR OF]

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

Some of my happiest work in India has been in association with you. But we differ on N.C.O. [Non-Co-operation movement] and immediate swaraj. I should like to see so that there may be no misinterpretation in future: [A very cordial letter].

000007824

26.01.1922

00713

BAJAJ, Jamnalal

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Seth Purushottamdas Liladhar of Africa has given the sum for any purpose you may suggest. Please, therefore, send me instructions.

000007823

26.01.1922

00770

ANSARI, M. A. (DR.)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

9

Our men have bravely stood lathi-charges etc. Hakimji Ajmal Khan, and I [Dr. Ansari M. A.] think Round Table Conference is premature: Would moderates join us if their demand at Bombay conference is rejected ? Malaviya will not join us.

000007827

26.01.1922

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1

The Inspector of Military mounted Police, toured through some villages, against District Magistrate's Orders. Only 2 men were found with slight injuries. There was some loot. Government will punish the offenders.

000007826

26.01.1922

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1

Dr. Praffulla Chandra Ray, Subhas Chandra Bose, Hardayal Nag etc. Waited on marwari merchants who agreed to postpone forward contracts till 31-1-'22.

000007819

26.01.1922

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1

A table : Rs. 426678618/- in 1919. Rs. 962195091/- in 1920. Rs. 48732466/- in 1921. Decrease Rs. 487324266/-

007771/79

27.01.1922

05152

CONGRESS COMMITTEE

09353

YOUNG INDIA

14

enclosing an artical and a copy of the judgment passed against Dunichadn Lala and Mr. Rasik Bar-at-law.

007771/83

27.01.1922

05381

PRASAD, Rajendra

09395

KRISHNA BABU

5

enclosing a statement about prisoners in sitamarih Jail.

000024291

27.01.1922

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10416

DAYALJI AND KALYANJI

2

Encloses a letter which contains allegation and desires then to investigate and report. Opines that if it contains truth the writer deserves congratulations otherwise pity. On either case his name should not be disclosed.

000007832

27.01.1922

01211

KRISHNADAS C/O GANDHIJI

00778

GANDHI, Devdas

4

Malaviya is not carrying on open fight. Mrs. Besant's method, though vulgar and venomous is more open and honest. [Handed over to Devdas Gandhi]

000007825

27.01.1922

01210

BARUA, SOMESHWAR A.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

My son and grandson-in-law have been given 1 year rigorous imprisonment and simple imprisonment. My second son will be arrested soon. We two will follow them. [N.C.O. = Non-Co-operated.]

00007770N

27.01.1922

06670

MENON, Gopala

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GANDHI, M. K.

8

Blaming Moplah's prevented view of Islam, Khilafat conference resolution, corroborates murders of returning Hindus. The Khilafat works are neglectful.

007771/81

27.01.1922

09393

INDORE DISTRICT CONGRESS COMMITTEE

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GANDHI, M. K.

2

Seeking guidance for individual civil disobedience in Native States.

007771/82

27.01.1922

09394

BHARGAV, BHAGBAT NARAIN

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GANDHI, M. K.

2

Apprising of the political situation in Jhansi District.

007771/80

27.01.1922

09392

PUNJAB PROVINCIAL CONGRESS COMMITTEE

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Report regarding jail-inmates in the Peshawar Jail By Punjab Provincial Congress committee.

000007830

27.01.1922

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Report of a debate in Bihar Council on a resolution to withdraw Criminal Law Amendment Act 1908 's notification declaring volunteer organisations unlawful. Government's strong defence.

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27.01.1922

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Audience remained calm in spite of the sever cane and lathi charge by the police and though many were wounded. Some outsiders threw stones for 1 or 2 minutes. 2 constables resigned in protest.

000007829

27.01.1922

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Interpellation in Bihar Council, wherein, after a cross-fire of questions Government admit. (1) Inspector of Police marched without orders; (2) Sowars did loot; (3) European Factory Manager accompanied without Government request; (4) Meeting was unlawfully dispersed etc....

007771/85

28.01.1922

00744

DISTRICT CONGRESS COMMITTEE

09353

YOUNG INDIA

3

Enclosure for publication; a report of auction of liquor contracts at Maghima in the District of Jhang.

000007833

28.01.1922

00612

NEHRU, Motilal (Pandit)

00778

GANDHI, Devdas

1

Secretary District Congress Committee, Lucknow wires serious situation in neighbourhood. Proceed direct.

000007834

28.01.1922

01212

SADANAND S.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

6

My pay of Rs.200/- per month is stopped as I am relieved. Can you arrange for me a loan of Rs.75/- per month ? defiled Government order.

007771/86

28.01.1922

09385

BHARTI GOPINATH

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GANDHI, M. K.

1

High-handedness of prayag police ; congress workers forcibly driven out of the congress office.

007771/84

28.01.1922

09396

SANTRAM SETH

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GANDHI, M. K.

5

Copy of statements made by Santram seth and Pandit durgadas Vaidya of Amritsar.

000007835

29.01.1922

01213

ABDUL BARI, M. (Dr.)

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GANDHI, M. K.

6

I gave a promise to be non-violent and so according to my religion, I will abide by it. The ill-conceived actions of the Moplahs as mentioned by C.F. Andrews are very regrettable.

000007676

29.01.1922

00916

DAULATRAM, Jairamdas

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

8

I [Jairamdas Doulatram] have successfully resisted the daily search of my person- then an incomplete account of the "breez" in Court during his trial.[The name found out by referring to the blue book (?)]

000007836

29.01.1922

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A very soul-stirring and noble parting greeting apologising to all including Government for possible mistakes, though Government suppresses the paper.

000007837

30.01.1922

01214

MOHOMUD S. I.

01215

SUPERINTENDENT OF POLICE

5

I was asked by Superior Officer to say on Oath to the Court that I had arrested a man under a warrant; though it was not a fact. Hence I am compelled to resign. [How police get up evidence].

007771/88

30.01.1922

09397

VENKATAPPAYYA, Konda

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

Discriptions of the diongs of the military police in one of the Villages of the district.

007771/87

30.01.1922

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List of casualities in Krishna and other Districts from [10-1-1922?to 29-1-1922?] 10th to 29th January

000007840

31.01.1922

01216

UNITED PROVINCES CONGRESS COMMITTEE

00778

GANDHI, Devdas

1

You [Gandhi Devdas] have been elected a member of Indian National Service Board by the [Allahabad] provincial Congress committee in place of Abdul Majid Khwaja. Remark: Arrested on 11-5-1922. Sections 17 and 117, Criminal Law Amendment Act.

000007810

31.01.1922

01202

GHOSE, Joseph J.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Your son not come to see me yet. I have convincing proofs of violence by Non-Co-operators. The Non-Co-operation movement is based on hate; it is a mental epidemic. Ghose Joseph claims to be a mind healer and a psychologist.

000007779

31.01.1922

01185

ABDUL BARI [Maulana)]

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

Do you get the same authority as Working Committee ? Can it oust you ? Are Volunteers to suffer for country's or suffering's sake.

000007841

31.01.1922

01217

JARUN RAM

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

On the 29th November there were only 4 prisoners. Within a month the number is 200 now. We must pay the full price. [A good Letter full of sincere non-Violence.]

000007844

31.01.1922

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A crowd of 2000 surrounded us The Deputy Superintendent was knocked senseless, stones continuing firing was order after black shots and brick shots had failed. 4 killed and 6 wounded.

007771/93

31.01.1922

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Alleged ill-treatment of arrested Volunteers by Navlakha police on 26th January 1922.

000007845

31.01.1922

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Owing to the repression of peaceful citizens he resigned. He [Maulvi Abdul Hussein] was paraded in a grand procession.

000007842

31.01.1922

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Though the Bench takes a serious view of the pleaders' Hartal, the pleaders concerned are only warned as this is the first case of this type.

000007831

31.01.1922

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

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2 Reports 5Killd,5 seriously wounded. Many others also wounded. Slight or no injury. to the Police by brickbats.

000007846

31.01.1922

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For insisting on holding a "hat" at a new site owing to the oppression of Cassim bazaar's officers at the old site, there was firing.

000007843

31.01.1922

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The Punjab festival buying was a total failure a direct result of boycott. The Gandhi system has converted many into. Swadeshism. [T.M.M. = "Textile Mercury" Manchester]

000007838

31.01.1922

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000007839

31.01.1922

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A form of pledge printed in Hindi and Urdu script to be signed by a volunteer to get himself enrolled as Congress Volunteer.

007771/90

31.01.1922

09398

HAMID, Abdool

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Challenge to the Government; Justice in British Tribunal exposed -memorial by saiyed Abdud amid Gaznavi : Lahore:

007771/91

01.02.1922

09399

ALL INDIA CONGRESS COMMITTEE

09353

YOUNG INDIA

2

enclosing two translation prices of Gurmukti manifestoes by 27 Sikh-Leaders.

000007861

01.02.1922

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00396

VICEROY OF INDIA

7

If, Within 7 days, you do not release N.C.Os [Non-Co-operators] free to press, repay fines etc. Mass Civil Disobedience will be started in Bardioli. [A letter taken exception to by Jinnah etc.

000007858

01.02.1922

01219

MUSHTAQ, M. A. K.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

There must very standards before they are Selected. At present they do not wear khadi, have no mon-violence etc.

000007860

01.02.1922

01222

TAGORE, Dwijendranath [BARO-DADA]

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

My God give you Herculean strength to cope with the Gigantic Incubus sitting on the breast of Mother India.

000007859

01.02.1922

07241

RAJAN, T. K. S.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

I have scored over my revered leader C. Rajagopalachariar since I shall get 1 year's jail. I am glad I have got my turn, though late.

000007856

01.02.1922

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2 Accounts of the raid. The whole building was searched, papers seized and 165 arrested, including Hardayal Nag and Secretary Bengal Provincial Congress Committee.

000007852

01.02.1922

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Report of the 1st sitting of a non-orrical Inquiry Committee [of Dr. P.N.Bannerjee, B.K.Basu, Lahri, Dr. Dasgupta] on the assault of Hemnlini Ghose by Mr. Kidd. The meeting was in a private compound. Hemnalini Ghose was wounded severely on the head; and was unconscious for 3 days.

000007851

01.02.1922

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Rather detailed report alleging stone-throwing and baiting booing and jeering of the police. Civil Disobedience is really criminal disobedience. Government clemency is abused. Force (More) May have to be used as violence is likely.

000007854

01.02.1922

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Notice to 120 shop-keepers to show cause why action should not be taken against them for keeping a "hartal"

000007857

01.02.1922

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To defy Government prohibitary orders, Volunteers enrolled in hundreds. At Lahore ladies vied with men to outnumber them. The handing over the Golden Temple Keys "Was the 1st decisive victory"- Gandhiji.

000007855

01.02.1922

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"Morning Post" [of London] suggests even the execution of Gandhiji. Despite great injustice We must stick to non-violence. Martial Law came. That is the price of freedom - Statement by Hardayal Nag.

000007853

01.02.1922

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The Magistrate put his hand on the mouth of a speaker each time he attended. Some were bodily removed. Other pushed out from dais. Ambulance cars accompanied.

000007863

02.02.1922

01225

MOHIUDDIN G.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Only your method of Love can keep us to gether. Bhai Parmanand's attempt to supersede the Muslims by physical strength is harmful.

000007862

02.02.1922

01224

INSTITUTE PER I'ORIENTE [V.VAC

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Thanks for "Young India" in exchange for "Oriente Moderns". 'Young India' is most useful and interesting. We and many others publish extracts from it. ["Oriente Moderns" of Rome].

000007865

02.02.1922

00853

BANKER, Shankerlal G.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Sir Horman Wadia was wrathful and suggested sending a wire to Viceroy dissociating them from you Jayakar appeased them. But they all say you should have written after heart-to-head talk with them. Should Umar Sobani join the struggle and thus pauperise his family ? A conflict of duties.

000007868

02.02.1922

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An interesting article showing how British Government "advised" The Nizam, and Bhopal to reopen grog shops closed by them. [A peep into British Government's indirect pressure policy.]

000007871

02.02.1922

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Even tongawallas and other labourers will join it. 4 Volunteers were beaten by angry Europeans. But they continue work.

000007870

02.02.1922

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Accounts audited by s. Billimoria & Co; up to December 1920; and 1921 accounts being audited. Total receipts 21 Lakhs. Balance 9,28,000/- Tribute Chotani for generosity and Ali-Brothers for sacrifices.

000007864

02.02.1922

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Though Marwari Cloth-Merchants' chamber promised not to purchase foreign cloth till 31st January, some have bought it.

000007874

02.02.1922

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They charge levelled by Sir. W.Vincent and Mr. Hammond was disproved by the Government Pleader at Ranchi who said the accused were acquitted. A false charge. Bihar Council Debate.

000007869

02.02.1922

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The year has been the most disastrous in the history of the trade since United States of America Civil War. This is not due to foreign rivals.

007771/92

03.02.1922

09400

BARDOLOI, Gopinath

09401

BOMBAY CHRONICLE

5

enclosing typed notes of the Gauhatti District with arequest to forward the same to Mahatmaji and also to give publicity in the "Bombay chronicle"

000007866

03.02.1922

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

3

If Bardoli shows mettle and other places remain non-violent the Viceroy will have to yield to our demands. If the Jailor allows, you can do anything, I see no objection to it.

000007867

03.02.1922

01226

DUNICHAND, Lala

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

6

Regarding arrested Lala Lajpat Rai, though an Undertrial, is not allowed interviews. His colleague Joint Editor of "Bande-Mataram" is also arrested.

007771/95

03.02.1922

09402

AJMER CONGRESS COMMITTEE

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

Reportiing progress of the congress activities in the District .Himself served a notice under section 108.

000007873

03.02.1922

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Further hearing of the case [Assault on Ghose Hemnalini] by a non-official Enquiry Commission.

000007872

03.02.1922

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Shree Savitri Devi alias Miss Helen was given 3 Months' rigorous imprisonment - perhaps the first Lady Non-co-operator [N.C.P.] India.

007771/96

03.02.1922

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A public meeting of Ladies protests against misbehaviour of an European Officer.

007771/94

03.02.1922

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Contradiction of many mis-statement o of facts [by the Government Chief Secretary in the Bihar and Orissa Council] in the matter of Champaran happning.

000024228

04.02.1922

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00394

ANDREWS, C. F.

4

Opines that our efforts in E. A. & S. A. cannot produce better results and that substantial improvement can occur only when Government of India improves for which there is little hope at present. Informs that as the people are showing strength it is decided to start civil disobedience under Gandhiji's guidance Invites to come to Bardoli.

000007877

04.02.1922

01229

SHRAMA R CONGRESS OFFICE

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

While picketing the gates of the Octroi-duty offices. - despite Municipality's appeal to us to desist 7 Volunteers were assaulted by police.

000007876

04.02.1922

01228

GOBDOLE, M.S.,[PERMANENT SECRET

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

8

Vithalbhai Patel and Dr. Choitram spurned my suggestion that every Congress Worker should spin 2 hours daily. Kelkar, Konjalgi, Dr. Ansari and Hakim Saheb are all opposed to the Volunteers' pledge resolution. I place myself wholly at your disposal.

007771/89

04.02.1922

09365

ANDHRA PROVINCIAL CONGRESS COMMITTEE

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

8

Report of repression in Andhra from 16th January 1922 to 31 st January 1922.

007771/97

04.02.1922

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News about the arrest of Volunteers , who, went to tske possession of the Municipality.

00007770P

05.02.1922

01571

MENON, Kesava P.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

In support to his views express in the above wire "Our duty to moslem brothers compels grant as exceptional" Enclosed proceeding of the working committee,All India Congress at Bombay.

07771/100

05.02.1922

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Report of the progress of non-co-operation movement activities; and police attrocities in the District of Rohilkhand.

000007770

06.02.1922

01177

BOMBAY CHRONICLE

01178

MALABAR RELIEF FUND

1

Gives details about the extent and method and statement by 20 converts.

00007770O

06.02.1922

01571

MENON, Kesava P.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

Working Committee resolution regarding. grant for Malabar [Malabar] distress. Necessary to help even able bodies persons refusing to work in some case.

000007884

06.02.1922

01230

THADANI, N. V., HINDU COLLEGE

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

He says that the door to Round Table Conference is still open if you stop enrolment of Volunteers. picketing etc. Prisoners may be released if Round Table Conference is arranged. To keep up prestige Government cannot call Round Table Conference unconditionally, As you clam majority on Your side, you are stronger and so you must climb down first.

007771/98

06.02.1922

09403

BAREILLY, Secretary

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

Accounts of police high handedness and high-way robbery at Bareilly.By secretaru of Bareilly District Congress committee.

000031193

06.02.1922

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02888

PARASRAMIJI

2

Inquires wheather any spinning work is going on there ?

000007875

06.02.1922

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Spirit of lawlessness roused by N.C.O. culminated in Bombay riots; so more drastic measures than announced formerly. Hence no repression. While Government were asked by Malaviya Conference to release prisoners etc, illegal activities of Non-Co-operation Movement were not to stop. No real response to Viceroy's Speech.

000007883

06.02.1922

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Moderates hope they will. But where the Act is positively restrictive, no Convention can help. It is only a convenant won by a fight that can gain us Swaraj. A very able plea against the Moderates' Views.

000007878

06.02.1922

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C.F. Andrews corrects his statement based on Miss Mott's book that sale of Indian opium has increased as Government of India assert otherwise.

007771/99

07.02.1922

09404

GYANCHAND RAMPAL

09353

YOUNG INDIA

2

Gyanchand Rampal was not allowed to remain present in thd court at the time of Lala Lajpat Rai's prosecution; and was not allowed to see him.

000007882

07.02.1922

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Gopalbandhu Das etc. have been ordered not to 'interfere' with the export trade of rice (though dear it is exported). Meeting assaulted by police. A National School is started.

000007881

07.02.1922

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s. C.Guha, [a Pleader, Barisal Town], a jail Visitor, was told by Naren Babu that he was pulled by ear by Jail-Superintendent. But Jail Superintendent filed a defamation suit against Congress Secretary who did not defend and was convicted.

000007885

07.02.1922

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Gandhiji shows specific instances to prove his charge of lawless repression and points to ill-treatment in jail; and is prepared to prove it before an impartial tribunal. Aggressive civil disobedience was suspended in definitely after Bombay riots. Government orders regarding volunteers etc. are the cause of the trouble [Signed by Gandhiji.]

000007879

07.02.1922

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Presenting the budget Mr. Reid said that the unsatisfactory financial position was due to this fall brought about partly by intimidation and improper interference and partly by the fall in stamp receipts.

000007895

07.02.1922

00394

ANDREWS, C. F.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

It must mean a crisis in your life - in India's My prayers always with you; and I have faith you will do the proper thing "God, a very present help in trouble".

000007897

08.02.1922

00778

GANDHI, Devdas

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GANDHI, M. K.

4

Government Communiqué mainly correct. Frustrating highest hopes. We awe our safety to Government officers. Collectors' restraining influence.

07771/101

08.02.1922

09405

ROHTAK DISTRICT CONGRESS COMMITTEE

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

24

enclosing account of the Jhajghar Town Hall affair in a cutting from "The Tribune " ,and also a letter in manuscript regarding an imprisoned worker of Jhajgar.[Jhayyar?]

000028012

08.02.1922

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04015

KELKAR, M. S. (Dr.)

2

The money was ermarhed for swadeshi work. Please get to work soon.

000007886

08.02.1922

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An article by Dr. Prafulla Chandra Roy, advocating widespread use of Khaddar and Charka even in cities.

000007896

08.02.1922

00394

ANDREWS, C. F.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

This is the climax after Bombay Madras and Malabar [where congress cannot wash its hands off it] so post pune Civil Disobedience. Bombay forgotten even by Gandhiji.

000007898

09.02.1922

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00778

GANDHI, Devdas

1

Keep non-violent. Am deeply grieved. Keep calm. God will bless you.

7771/105A

09.02.1922

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Press report about the Punjab Governor's View on Punjab agitation.

000007889

09.02.1922

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000007890

09.02.1922

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Tolstoy's own way of driving home his preaching of non-violence and resistance to evil by love by a story is seen here:

000007888

09.02.1922

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(1) A pleader's wife died as ghariwalas would not carry a doctor to her - a charge totally refuted by a local pleader. (2) Abdul Kalam Azad threatened murder of Council-candidates-disproved by a Retired Educational Inspector who presided them.

07771/102

09.02.1922

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Report of Heydrabad Pir's meeting held at u-de-roral station,Sind in which an injunction against Non-Co-operation Movement was (passed) Issued.

000007880

09.02.1922

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Punis[Slivers] are at 2 annas a pawa and yarn at annas 2 1/2 . So the Spinner gets only anna 1/2 after a whole day's work.

7771/105B

09.02.1922

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Report of Non-co-operation movement activity in patuli [Burdwan].

000007887

09.02.1922

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Showing how Government interfered in Native States to enforce the use of intoxicants. A duplicate of SN 7868. Reference to Hyderabad (Dn.) interesting.

000007891

09.02.1922

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Whether they do or not, Gandhiji's arrest will only aggravate the situation and the problem whatever Lord Northcliff may say. "Loyal Muslims want Gandhi's arrest" Says Lord Northcliff.

07771/103

10.02.1922

09406

PUBLIC COMMISSIONER GOVT. OF U.P.

09353

YOUNG INDIA

5

Various account about police actions exaggerated by your correspondent.True accounts should be given publicity.

000007900

10.02.1922

01232

GIDWANI, Choitram

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Your letter discussed with leaders here: Postponing detrimental but call All India Congress Committee urgently. [Sind view].

000007899

10.02.1922

01231

AJMAL KHAN [Hakim] AND DR. ANSARI

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

Gorakhpur, Bareilly, Bhivani, Jhajjar convince us of possible spread of violence, But defensive Civil Disobedience should go on.

000007901

10.02.1922

01233

RAY, Prafulla Chandra (Dr.)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Strongly against it. Highly inopportune.

000007902

10.02.1922

00411

SHRADDHANAND (Swami)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Horrible Chauri Chaura affair. Stop aggressive propaganda. Call All India Leaders at Delhi. Devise new programme.

000007912

11.02.1922

01238

SURENDRAJI

01239

PYARELAL (Nayyar)

2

The News has struck Mahatmaji like lightning. Who can probe into the future ? What a sudden unexpected turn ?

000007903

11.02.1922

01234

KIDWAI

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Either be prepared for out breaks or postpone [mass civil disobedience]. I consider organised labour only non-violent offensive instrument.

000007906

11.02.1922

00778

GANDHI, Devdas

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

9

Cause: Beating of Volunteers; and holding of a march despite ban. Firing till ammunition exhausted. Then people's revenge. Police furious and assaults indiscriminate. All work stopped. Most officers cool but police furious.

007771/12

11.02.1922

01132

AZAD, A. K.

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GANDHI, M. K.

33

Statement made by Maulana Abul Kalam Azad in the Court .

07771/104

11.02.1922

09407

MURADABAD TOWN CONGRESS COMMITTEE

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Text of the Telegram sent that day to the press.

000007905

11.02.1922

11419

VENKATAPPAYYA, Konda

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GANDHI, M. K.

1

Short period advisable. Prakasam, others agree. [Letter just received].

000007904

11.02.1922

01235

KOWHULGI

02625

PATEL, Vithalbhai J.

1

Suggest postpone pending further considerations.

000007908

11.02.1922

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Give instances of grave provocation and sporadic retaliation by people before the incident, the event itself and its aftermath - de facto martial Law including violation of women. Report of Chauri Chaura.

00007909A

11.02.1922

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The meeting decided to postpone Civil Disobdence for 15 days.

000007909

11.02.1922

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Points jotted down by M.r. Jayakar with alterations by Gandhiji showing Gandhiji's next step. (1) Stoppage of Mass Civil Disobedience till 31-12-1922 (2) No provocative picketing, (3) Volunteers for constructive work only. [According to Blue Book Page 67]

00007909B

11.02.1922

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It formed an important part in Ancient times now forgotten but happily being revived by Gandhiji.

000007907

11.02.1922

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Cause: Nazir Ali, a Khilafatist headed a procession to defy police ban though violence was feared. The whole history given here: Also a brave dead. People panic-stricken. Most officers cool.

07771/108

12.02.1922

09409

SINGH H.P.

09353

YOUNG INDIA

5

Reporting forfeiture of security of Rs.2000/- from the "Uthsah" a Hindi bi-weekly published from Jhansi.

07771/107

12.02.1922

09408

HARIHAR G.R.

09353

YOUNG INDIA

4

Enclosed an article for publication entitled "Repression in Mysore state"

000007894

12.02.1922

01045

CHATURVEDI, Benarsidas

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

Benaresidas Chaturvedi gives a curriculum for 3 years for those students of the Gujarat Mahavidyalaya, who take up politics and want to study overseas Indian problem.

000007892

12.02.1922

00910

TAGORE, Dwijendranath [BARO-DADA]

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GANDHI, M. K.

4

I think the time has come when by suggesting sacrifices, we have to restore Dharma as Ram a did in the past.

000007910

12.02.1922

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Undoubtedly Gandhiji is a 'Mahatma'[Great Sow], and a great power and sow. But he should agree to a Round Table Conference for the good of India.

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12.02.1922

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Situation at Bareilly reported.

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12.02.1922

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Original Draft by Gandhiji and typed copies(2) of the 1st Resolution and 1 typed copy of the 2nd resolution corrected at places. [Draft in Gandhiji's hand in Rejected file]

07771/109

13.02.1922

09410

MALLEY

09353

YOUNG INDIA

6

enclosing a brief for perusal and necessary action .exposing how law is administered in Cintral India.

000033053

13.02.1922

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09734

GANDHI, Prabhudas

1

Because of Gorakhpur affair, I have entered upon a fast which will end Friday evening. Civil Disobedience movement is suspended for the present. Whatever you did was all reght. No time to discuss more about it. Regards to Khushalbhai and Devbhabhi.

000007893

13.02.1922

00910

TAGORE, Dwijendranath [BARO-DADA]

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GANDHI, M. K.

5

Your rules are a sovereign remedy for our moral plague of luxurious living, given under the guidance of a good doctor like yourself. They are not ascetic but are the middle path.

000027641

14.02.1922

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08590

CHIMANDAS

1

The working Committee has resolved rightly. A khadi demonstration can be spared for you.

000007917

14.02.1922

00788

LAJPAT RAI, Lala

01243

WORKING COMMITTEE, Members of

10

Gandhiji pitched too high hopes when he expects this vast land to be perfectly non-violent That is impossible Gandhiji cannot lead Civil Disobedience, since his conditions are impossible. Civil Disobedience is Killed. [Enumerates Gandhiji's mistakes]

000007920

14.02.1922

01244

ATAR SINGH

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

Its result is elimination of Hindu Landlords. Please see that the abolition of the Act is one of the conditions of Settlement with Government.

000007916

14.02.1922

01242

DAS, C. R. (Mrs.) [BASANTI DEVI]

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

The Working Committee put a stop to this splendid movement My husband says that every province has a right to autonomy. Bengal is sore: So alter resolutions to give autonomy to provinces. [C.R. Das' letter in Basanti Devi's name ? See Blue Book P.65]

000007914

14.02.1922

01241

BONNERJEE, JITENDRALAL

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GANDHI, M. K.

2

They cry holt when we are in the full tide of progress. Do as you please regarding mass Civil disobedience, but permit Bengal to continue defensive civil disobedience.

000007913

14.02.1922

01240

MAHMED, Sayad

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

Working Committee resolutions surprising and disappointing Bengal may disobey. Has any truce been made ? Gandhiji's reply: No truce Resolution passed on merit Hope Bengal will advise payment taxes.

000007915

14.02.1922

01034

BANNERJEE, JITENDRALAL

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

Though we request that civil disobedience be continued in Bengal, we will loyally abide by your and All India Congress Committee's decision. 12 out of 16 All India Congress Committee members are against postponement of civil disobedience for Bengal at least.

000007936

14.02.1922

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The Prince's route was thronged by spectators including 25000 untouchables. The hartal was thus hid. It was in the native part only.

000007937

14.02.1922

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

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'The Englishman' lies when it asserts Congress Volunteers are paid. How can 12000 go to jail for money ? The public should guard against unauthorised Collectors. Congress receipts are signed by Basanti Devi. "The Englishman's canard.

000007919

15.02.1922

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00778

GANDHI, Devdas

2

Your criticism of M.Hasrat Mohani is not proper. He shows the impossibility of parallel Government.

000007918

15.02.1922

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00778

GANDHI, Devdas

1

Never mind press representations. Correct [them] and forget. Send me full letter. Am quite bright.

000007921

15.02.1922

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

2

I hope you all appreciate suspension of mass civil disobedience. My reasons will appear in "Young India". Devdas is doing good work in Gorakhpur.

000007938

15.02.1922

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The Jail Superintendent secured conviction [Rs.500/- fine] of the publisher of the charge of ill-treat-ment of prisoners. Government view here:

00007909C

15.02.1922

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Work going on smothly. Tactful handling by the Government. Appreciable Decrease in Litigation.

000007935

15.02.1922

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Har dayal Nag on resuming his Presidentship of Bengal Provincial Congress Committee asserts that "Englishman's charge of Corruption is baseless.

000007933

15.02.1922

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Report of a procession in honour of the conviction of Maulana A.K. Azad which was severely assaulted;hundredes were arrested. Even attendants of the injured assaulted.

000007923

15.02.1922

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1

The Bardoli resolutions may disappoint many but is would have been inconsistent with the spirit of the movement to do otherwise.

000007934

15.02.1922

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1

Mr. Reed - a motor-car dealer-'s evidence, alleging Muslims' violence provoked Throes to fire blank shots.

000007925

16.02.1922

01117

KRISHNADAS

00778

GANDHI, Devdas

2

Gandhiji stands it quite well. Don't be anxious. If you like, make a statement to clear your position and than forget calumnies. [Letter written "for Gandhiji" i.e. Gandhiji's views here: ]

000007924

16.02.1922

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00778

GANDHI, Devdas

1

Condition 1st class. I could not make out what horrors you referred to; (so) I, too, could not understand your wire:

000007939

16.02.1922

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

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Resolutions:- (1) Grant Muslim demands regarding Khilafat to separate them from Hindus' Swaraj fight. (2) Use force to keep peace and make it hot for prisoners. Gandhiji stirs up murder while preaching non-violence.

07771/111

17.02.1922

09411

CONGRESS PUBLICITY

09353

YOUNG INDIA

4

Weekly review of the non-co-oporation movement activity in patuli [Burdwan]

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17.02.1922

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complete peaceful Hartal in Delhi at the time of Prince's visit.

000007942

17.02.1922

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5 clippings reporting the trial. They are charged with conspiracy but what particular act is not known even to the public prosecutor or the Magistrate who disallows questions regarding treatment; speeches on which were objected to: [The Case is worth going through as a specimen of strange proceedings of British Courts then.]

07771/114

17.02.1922

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Reporting incidets at Kheri .One thousand men surrounded a Khana; attempted to demolish it.

000007943

17.02.1922

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The debate [in House of Commons] shows that all England is agreed that India should remain perpetually in bondage of Britain. A Liberal also an Imperialist.

000007926

18.02.1922

01246

ASAF ALI

01247

MUKHTAR

12

The non-violence Gandhiji wants for Civil Disobedience is an impossibility. The set-back evoked a national challenge and insult hurled by that Jew [Montague]. Also a minimum of demands which we must have. [Reference to Gandhiji:- not always complimentary]

07771/113

18.02.1922

01216

UNITED PROVINCES CONGRESS COMMITTEE

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

12

enclosing a repression report in united provinces received from the publicity department of the united provinces' congress committee.

000008068

18.02.1922

00730

RUSTOMJEE, Parsee

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

Mrs. Bawazir is leaving for India by 2nd Class. Since you do not send me reports regarding schools; I am helping a Tamil School here:

000007940

18.02.1922

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Montague spoke brave words and won. But he himself is the root of the trouble. Liberty is abused here: Firm measures should be taken.

000007944

18.02.1922

00394

ANDREWS, C. F.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Placing your portrait on temple car at annual car festival in South India likely to become prevalent and lead to violence. Could you write about it ?

000008069

19.02.1922

00730

RUSTOMJEE, Parsee

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

If Mr. Bawazir can pay give 43/-pounds to Khilafat Fund. If not, it is a present to him Manilal rarely sees me and does not submit any account though I am a trustee. "Build more Schools".

000007927

19.02.1922

01248

JOSEPH, George

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

6

The decision was proper but I have no hope - unlike you - of resurrection. Not for 1000 years, can you have non-violence you want. My faith is gone, and I shall keep mum or make a Volte face "They will crucify you". etc.

00007929A

19.02.1922

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Lord Reading's tjreat.'N.C.O. will be met with stern repression' only means he cannot read signs on the wall .[N.C.O.= Non-Co-Operation Movement.

000007929

19.02.1922

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It has once more snapped the chain of sustained activity. He should have yielded to the Moderates at Bombay, but he was then adamant.

000007928

19.02.1922

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

7

Your article has done much to restore me I have begun Urdu under Khwaja who sees God's hand in Bardoli Resolutions. Mahadev Desai reconciled with Bardoli Resolutions and happy as a lark.

000007922

19.02.1922

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

7

A letter begun with strongest of denunciation of Bardoli Resolutions; and giving reasons for the same, but ending in a note of loyalty to Gandhiji. The country, however, may have to choose Gandhiji with his defects or give up him altogether.

000007930

20.02.1922

01249

WASIN

00770

ANSARI, M. A. (DR.)

3

I congratulate you and the wise-acres of the Working Committee for the death-blow to non-co-operation movement. The mistake of entrusting a religious man with leadership in politics.

000007945

20.02.1922

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00778

GANDHI, Devdas

1

Certainly come(to) Delhi if possible.

000007950

20.02.1922

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Government's earlier statement shows that reports of looting, done by Sowars only not Government officer - were greatly exaggerated.

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20.02.1922

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The story of heroic and completely peaceful Satyagraha in holding a banned meeting in Assam. Religious fervour of Muslims in defying ban. The Magistrate's very tactful handling averts disaster. Magistrate wears khadi Cap.

000007949

20.02.1922

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The Government boasts the conviction of the Congress Secretary, who would not defend. But it was expert judgement. Government should have made inquiry.

000007952

21.02.1922

01252

MUNNALAL [MAMBA]

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10

Serious complaints of high-handedness and unconstitutional procedure etc; against Gaurishankar by Munnalal Mamba etc.

000007951

21.02.1922

01251

AMIN RATILAL

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

30 to 35 with rifles looted our town of 5000 persons. None, but one Pagi dared to resist. The "Pagi" was shot dead. [Small Taluqdars behind robbery] ?

000007953

21.02.1922

01253

CHOTANI

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

According to Shvaib's wire, reserved 3rd class Compartment (on) to-morrow's Punjab Mail. Meet at Surat. Ticket bought.

000007946

21.02.1922

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That the suspended councillors are popular is proved by the attendance of 7200 [against 1500] children in National Schools. Also r. B. Thakorram's View upholding. Government action. Were the members negligent of civic responsibility ?

07771/117

22.02.1922

09414

MYSORE DISTRIC CONGRESS COMMITTEE

09353

YOUNG INDIA

9

enclosing President's report on the work done by the committee [Mysore District Congress Committee] as well as the Government resistance for perusal and review.

000007954

22.02.1922

01254

DEVDHAR G. K. (Servants of India)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

At heart we are one, though politically apart Am consulting Colleagues, but his work must not be identified with other Congress work.

000007931

22.02.1922

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

5

If you are prepared to tolerate sporadic out bursts, the question arises as to which you will call sporadic and which serious. If facts regarding Chauri Chaura were fully known(to), you would treat it as malegaon.

07771/115

23.02.1922

09392

PUNJAB PROVINCIAL CONGRESS COMMITTEE

09353

YOUNG INDIA

5

Encloding weekly Report of Non-co-operation movement in Punjab for week ending 18th February 1922.

000007955

23.02.1922

01255

PADSHAH, B. J.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

Your letter to Viceroy with a threat was not non-violent Both of you should give up your positions and co-operate.

000007941

23.02.1922

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Despite warning, the meeting was held. The Commissioner explained the order and gave 7 minutes to disperse. They did not and were violent. Hence firing.

000007966

23.02.1922

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1

An Annual Review. One of the worst periods of depression. "Gandhi agitation and boycott had a serious effect".

07771/116

24.02.1922

09413

PRAGNARAYAN

09353

YOUNG INDIA

3

enclosing report of the arrest and conviction of B.Chandmal, Agra Congress Committee.

000007960

24.02.1922

01256

DHRUVA, ANANDSHANKAR B. (Prof.)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

The decision has raised your chariot-unlike Udhishthir's which fell down. You saved the soul of non-cooperation movement by letting its body born.

000007932

24.02.1922

01250

CHANDIWALA, Brijkrishna

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

We looked up to you and God. If you fail us now.... ! you may mass civil disobedience but why stop volunteers and picketing of foreign cloth ?

07771/118

24.02.1922

05605

MOHAMMED ABDUL

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

6

enclosing full details-Kanighat and Bhanga Tragedy -in the Districs of sylhet and Cachar. Two cuttings from 'Silhat Chronicle'and 'Jan Shakti'-Bengali weekly.

07771/121

24.02.1922

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Report regarding mass movement in 'Oudh' Jamindars being boycotted -'Aika' Movement.

000007961

24.02.1922

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000007964

25.02.1922

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000007963

25.02.1922

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A long list of questions and Government's replies to them in the usual official style, defending the imposition and warning of stricter measures.

00007968A

26.02.1922

09424

FARUKI

00515

ABDUL BARI [Maulana)]

1

I a;m cofined to a solitary cell because I advised all not to accept classification of prisoners as such acceptance was likely to disunity.

00007968C

26.02.1922

09424

FARUKI

00515

ABDUL BARI [Maulana)]

1

Another of us was beaten and confined in a solitary cell. I now fell you should make this public.

000007967

26.02.1922

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

00500

YOUNG INDIA

9

Herewith three signed statements to prove my charge of severe belabouring. The punishment were illegal and so naturally not cited in the register.

00007968B

26.02.1922

09424

FARUKI

00515

ABDUL BARI [Maulana)]

1

Do not publish letter as that would expose him who brought it.

000007968

26.02.1922

01213

ABDUL BARI, M. (Dr.)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

I have it but I cannot understand all this row about terrorising of the Hindus by the Moplahs. Converse has happened at other places. Postponement Satyagraha on account of Chauri Chaura was in advisable. Read this letter to Gandhiji etc. etc.

000007970

26.02.1922

01259

MOHAMED, Nur (Dr.)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

The following (22) are members. We are anxious to help you. We believe in non-violence. May we raise a loan of one Crore ?

000007969

26.02.1922

01258

NAJOJI (?) U. M.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

(1) It will split Hindu-Muslim Unity, (2) Harm the country, (3) Bring down Gandhiji from leadership. etc. Non-payment of taxes should be begun. etc.

00007969A

26.02.1922

09425

VOHRA K.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

Prince of Wales suggested Gadnhiji's arrest . The following wire was sent on 23rd from Delhi to Bombay."Send copies of "Young India" soon regarding Gandhi case. This message was wrongly made over to camp post office where ;my brother was Leakage of Government's wire:

07771/119

27.02.1922

08163

DISTRICT MAGISTRATE

09415

LEADER, Editor of

1

Editor requested to correct the reports of Bareilly disturbances. Letter by District Magistrate,Bareilly.

07771/122

27.02.1922

09417

ZAMINDARS

09418

GOVERNMENT

1

An appeal to Government by the jamindars to supress acts of law-lessness intimidation-Danger of Aika movement.

000007962

28.02.1922

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An Enquiry is necessary as Police Inquiry makes darkness still more visible. Grave allegations of loot by police. [Indubhusan Datta's speech in Council is worth reading]

07771/110

28.02.1922

01348

VENKATAPPAYYA

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Report of repression in Andhra rom 1st February 1922 to 15th February 1922.

000007965

28.02.1922

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

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1

It was the annual general meeting of the Madrassa and permitted by the police. The time given for dispersal was too short. It was not a political meeting. While it was dispersing the commissioner drove his horse upon it and provoked.

07771/120

01.03.1922

09416

PUBLICITY COMMISSIONER

09353

YOUNG INDIA

1

Requests the Editor "Young India " to publish official contradiction of alleged ill-treatment of the prisoners in Benares Jail- By publicity commissioner,m united province.

000029371

01.03.1922

08722

SESSION COURT

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Asmission pass to the session court on the day of hearing on 18-3-1922.

000020792

01.03.1922

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Copy of C. F. Andrews's article in Modern Review in 'Racial Sagregation and Untouchability' giving idea of the spitit of Untouchability in the three chief Town areas in Kenya and in Kampala the largest commercial centre in Uganda.

07771/123

01.03.1922

09419

BIHAR PROVINCIAL CONGRESS COMMITTEE

1