000014857

01.01.1928

02572

ROY, Motilal

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

15

Supplying news of his own health and activites and khadi Report says, "It is but meet that our workers should be financially reinforced in time in order that they may give a better outturn. I am more than convinced that khadi is the means to awaken the nation not only in the economec sense but also spiritually.

000016565

01.01.1928

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

16

A booklet of Ashram prayers.

000014223

02.01.1928

09621

LEYS, Norman (Dr.)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

A member of the minority in the Labour Party discussing the subject of Statutory commission guestions, "Why should the Indians object to a British Commission settling the Indian problems when they do not do it themselves ? Liberty cannot be given, it must be actively embraced".

000026956

03.01.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08520

KUVALAYANAND (Swami)

2

I have given up milk and am trying to replace it by fruits and nuts, raws or otewed. I do do some asans. Have you anything to recommend ?

000014224

03.01.1928

04061

NEIL, Henry (Judge)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

6

Desiring a statement from Gandhiji regarding the condition of the poor children of India under their non-Christian religions and under the British rule, wishes to know in contrast what the condition of those childron would have been if Jesus was in full control of India and the people followed his teachings. His atricle "Gandhi and Starving Millions" accompanying.

000012857

04.01.1928

03280

EDUN AYUB. M.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Mr. Rambhajan Singh's son JaiSingh is also accompanying my own son to Sabarmati Ashram for being moulded for motherland's service.

000012858

04.01.1928

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

12

5 Year's report by Tolaram Sanadhya of the work among overseas Indians during 1921 to 1925.

000012681

05.01.1928

03190

WERNER SCHRADER

09540

IYER, A. RAMA

1

A German on reading translation of 'Guide to Health' desires to reasons that led Mahatma to write, "The true laws of health demand that the man that loses his wife as well as the woman that loses her husband should remain single even after".

000014625

06.01.1928

04319

KELAPPAN, K

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

Forwards report of his visit and information gathered about the working of the Pulaya Colony of Chalakundi in Cochin state and offers his suggestions.

00026887A

06.01.1928

08510

KOTAK,SHARDA

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

I am better, I do not requir any more funds.

000012682

06.01.1928

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

12

Documents relating to condonation of Indians who illicitly entered the Union of South Africa, published by South Africa Indian Congress.

00013035A

07.01.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09563

COMMISSIONER OF POLICE

1

Desiring to know whether his letter,enquirying if any headway was being made with the matters of Tirupatur and such in dram was received or not .

000023197

07.01.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09707

DASGUPTA, Satish

2

Inquires about his health.

000032913

07.01.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00898

GANDHI, Maganlal K.

1

I will not be able to give you a full reply to your letter. More about it when we meet. Woollen and silk industry are good. We can start it. More about it later.

000012142

07.01.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02837

CHOKSI, NAJUKLAL

1

I have not yet been able to see Moti or her child. Try earth treatment for megrin.

000013035

07.01.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03387

KANIKA, Raja of

1

Referring to the allegations made before Gandhiji about the oppression of the Rayat by the Raja of Kanika, Gandhiji inquires whether the Raja could entertain the idea of a representation being sent to find out the truth out the allegation.

000012683

08.01.1928

03192

JOGLEKDAR, V.G.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

Excited by Gandhiji's reference to "cow and Music" question in his article on "National Congress" charges Gandhiji with hypocrisy and injustice and says, "Hence forward I wash my hands clean as far as cow. Association is concerned, as you are supporting fanatical and hypocritical claims."

00014905A

09.01.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00525

MALAVIYA

1

Tibba well provided Jamia being growing institution reauest your support. Regarding unity think you and Ansari should travel and hold joimt meeting and pass resolutions Delhi and other places.

000015180

09.01.1928

01303

HOLMES, John Haynes (Rev.)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Further remitance of $ 120-0-0 by M.O. for flood relief purposes.

000013036

09.01.1928

03389

RAMCHANDRA RAO, R.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

18

Trying to justify the exhibition and refuse Gandhiji's allegations about it being anti Indian.

000012143

09.01.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02837

CHOKSI, NAJUKLAL

2

Explaining in details earth remedies for head and abdomen troubles. Precautions. Suggested for blood-pressure complaint.

000014905

09.01.1928

00525

MALAVIYA

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Regarding Jamia Islamia would not appeal Hindus Tibbia College. Will agree with opinion. But I will support whatever you decide. What do you propose with Hindu-Muslim work agree should not delay action.

000014220

09.01.1928

00402

RAJAGOPALACHARI, C.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Forwarding on behalf of Editor 'Navsakti, Madras, a letter with a remittance of Rs.1190/- with a reguest to reply.

000013037

10.01.1928

03390

BIRLA, Ghanashyamdas

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

My recent donation of Rs.75000/- is entirely at the discretion of Mahatmaji. However preference should be given to such schemes which may accelerate the speed of Swaraj.

000014225

10.01.1928

04062

RONO, Franz

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

After hearing his Indian friend Mr. M.s. Patel's lecture on 'Non-Violcnt struggle carried on by Indian people against imperialistic oppression.' Requests to send a few. Lines of guidance for their paper, "The World Federation of Youth".

000009705

10.01.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01812

PAREKH, Kunverji Khetshi

1

Rami will arrive to-day. Let me have your experience and hints if any.

000023198

11.01.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09707

DASGUPTA, Satish

2

Hopes Maulana will secure more costomers.

000026494

11.01.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10439

GANDHI, Manilal & Sushila

4

Keeping back news about Sushila's miscarriage, indicates false sense of shame and I dis approve of it. Let her have the necessary treatment.

000013038

11.01.1928

03391

SURESHCHANDARA

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Intimation re fasting on fruits, Disease of Arlerio Sclerosis - Its Causation and treatment, satisfactory compromise. of all communal cases at commilla and conference of Gandhiji's followers at Sabarmati.

000013039

11.01.1928

00619

NEHRU, Jawaharlal (Pandit)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

9

re: Gandhiji's criticism of the congress resolutions, Jawaharlal writes, "It amazes me all the more to find you using language which appears wholly unjustified. You have condemned in general language the proceedings if the subjects committee May I point out you that it is always unsafe to judge on hearsay evidence ? " etc. etc.

000012851

12.01.1928

03278

HUMANITARAN LEAGUE, SECRETARY

04380

YOUNG INDIA [EDITOR]

1

Forwarding a "Copy of Cow protection in India" by Sundaram for favour of review in Young India.

000012892

13.01.1928

03290

MADHAVAN T.K.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

5

Conditions at Thiruvarpu remain Just as before: please advice as to the next step we should take. Ready to start Satyagraha it so advised. In that case you will have to depute some one from your camp as promised in Madras.

000014424

14.01.1928

02625

PATEL, Vithalbhai J.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

Referring to pitiable condition of Utkal intimates to have handed over Rs.1,15,000/- collected by him to Vallabhbhai. Encloses cheque of Rs.4875/ - as his contribution for the months of November, December and January.

000014834

14.01.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02721

JOSHI, Chhaganlal Nathubhai

1

Suggestion to get repaired water in female quarters and to keep ready a spinning wheel for travel.

000014833

14.01.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02721

JOSHI, Chhaganlal Nathubhai

1

Complaining about stray dogs and inquiring about accomodation for Mrutyungaya.

000014832

14.01.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02721

JOSHI, Chhaganlal Nathubhai

1

Inquiries about tunar pulse, stray dogs and female diners in the common Kitchen.

000023199

15.01.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09707

DASGUPTA, Satish

2

Personal news informs that Dr. Roy's declares his faith in Khadi.

000014226

15.01.1928

04063

STARR, W. B.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

An unknown friend of Texas on reading about the Flood havoc in Gujarat remits 500/- giving an idea of the political and economic situation of his country says, the United states of America is a lawyer-cursed land and invites Gandhiji to Texas.

000014906

15.01.1928

04592

ZAKIR HUSAIN

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

The courses of study and prospectus are sent under separate cover. Herewith the cards for specimen signatures for opening a Bank account Devdasji is coming hers. Collections for Hakingis memorial are slow.

000027810

15.01.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02389

PATTANI, Prabhashankar (Sir)

1

I shall be going to Porbunder and then to Vartej.

000014738

16.01.1928

04467

HASANALI SHAMRAJI

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Complaining against Ashram and Navajivan managements for non-acknowledgment of remittaneces and execution of orders sent by his friends.

000014939

16.01.1928

04603

BROWN, H. Runham

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Mr. Brockway having met with an unfortunate accident the secretary of the War Resisters'. International Conference sends by post invitation to Gandhiji to grace the International war Resisters' Conference meeting in Vienna from 27th to 30th July.

000013040

17.01.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00619

NEHRU, Jawaharlal (Pandit)

4

Finding the gulf of difference was terribly extending between himself and Jawaharlal, Gandhiji suggests to free him from all the allegiance so that he can unfurl his banner to carry on open, warfare against himself and his views.

000013041

17.01.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03389

RAMCHANDRA RAO, R.

2

Your letter is proof of the fact that leofard cannot change his spots. According to your reasoning because the Englishmen are very few, they can call their rule Swadeshi rule. It is proper for you to say that I Permitted exhibition of foreign textiles ?

000013042

17.01.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

06972

GANESAN, S.

1

In reply to telegram the Whole translation of the history of Satyagraha is now ready. I want you to give me the date when you can finish printing.

000026888

18.01.1928

00713

BAJAJ, Jamnalal

00713

BAJAJ, Jamnalal

10

Statements of accounts.

000012394

18.01.1928

04311

MOONJE, B.S. (Dr.) ?

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

6

The proposal of Dr. Ansari's to start Muslim National Education Institute in honour of late Hakimiji Savours of Communalism. Why not a common. memorial to both Swami shraddhanand and Hakimji as a sign of heart to heart national unity ?

000014227

18.01.1928

04065

PENNINGTON, J. S.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

Regretting not to have received any critical connvents on his book. "Truth about India" desires to see that some suitable arrangements are arrived at with sir John Simon so that India may continue to be "Peacefully and orderly governed" until a really stable governement is established.

000014229

18.01.1928

04066

TAMIL NESAN, Editor

03197

YOUNG INDIA, Editor

1

Intimating decision to issue an English supplement to the vernacular 'Tamil Nesan' to serve the Indian Settlers in Malaya requests for a massage to be published in the supplement.

000013043

18.01.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07174

NADKARNI, S. D.

1

About the proposed Smriti, I cannot yet see eye to eye with you. When I feel Inspired, you will find that nothing would defer me from giving a new 'smriti' to Hinduism. I am aiming at such inspiration.

000029066

19.01.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08703

RATILAL MOTICHAND (Sheth)

2

We should bear the loss bravely. What are his family commitments ?

000013046

19.01.1928

00000

"BLANK"

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

6

The communal compromise at Comilla is a matter if convenience rather than that of conviction. The congress is now an organisation of. Bluffers. Ansaries president and Jawaharlal the secretary - both are of this type.

000014230

19.01.1928

04446

BROCKWAY, Lilla (Mrs.)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Thanking for the kindness shown to Mr. Brockway during his illness indicates her eagerness to visit India; the land of beauty and of beautiful souls.

000015042

19.01.1928

04658

JONES, Rufus M.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

A letter of introduction in favour of Miss Maud Royden coming to India in Autumn.

000013047

19.01.1928

07773

SRI PRAKASHA

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

Supplying details about Anil Chandra Mukerji of Gandhiji Ashram, Benares arrested on suspicion of his connection with the recent shooting at a C.I.D. official in Benares.

000014627

19.01.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04316

MENON , V. K. Sankara

1

Forwarding Kellappan's report for perusual and return.

000013045

19.01.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02574

SURESH BABU

1

Hope the settlement at Comilla is a reform from within. The medicine sent by Dr. Roy is something extracted from human body. I have greatest repugnance for it.

000013044

19.01.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

"BLANK"

3

Thanks for the letter and the medicine you know my repugnance to medicine. I could not take anything that contained something taken from human body except mother's milk. I wish our medical men take to research and resort to diet changes rather than medicines.

000023201

20.01.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09707

DASGUPTA, Satish

2

It has got defects. Try to informe it.

000014231

20.01.1928

04068

KELLY, Alice McKay (Mrs.)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

An American Lady admirer gives an idea of the commotion created by "Mother India" of Dhan Gopal Mukerji's and her own attempts to silence it, requests for a message for inclusion in her talks and encloses 5 dollors as subscription for Young India.

000023273

20.01.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04900

HEMAPRABHA DEVI

1

Gandhiji has no faith in Shradha ceremony as performed today instead he advises to live on the day only on fruit to spin and to study holy books on that day.

000011797

21.01.1928

02722

POLAK, H.S.L.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

Referring to Gandhiji's expression that he would prefer chaos to British rule says (for reply see 'Young India' of a 1-3-'28 page 68-69.) "If you have used the term with deliberation then I should comment that you have rendered no services to mankind".

000014232

21.01.1928

04068

KELLY, Alice McKay (Mrs.)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

Reiterating her above feelings regarding Miss "Mayo's evil propaganda urges again to have Gandhiji's message to enable her to refute Mayo's evil propaganda authoritatively suggests that Sarojini Naidu may be deputed to counter-act Mayo's effects.

000013049

21.01.1928

07773

SRI PRAKASHA

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

Police made searches in one rooms of Gandhi Ashram and several other houses. An old letter from Mr. Kripalani was taken away.

000013048

21.01.1928

07773

SRI PRAKASHA

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

6

Further details about how he managed to see Anil in jail & secure some facilities for him and having decided to defend got a Vakalatnama signed in favour of some local pleader.

000014739

22.01.1928

04468

DHARMSI BHANJI KHOJA

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Talking of Violence-non-violence, Truth-Untruth suggests substitution of the term. "Asatya Nigraha" for---" Satyagraha" and referring to Gandhiji's views about Varnashrama dharma points out that merits and temperaments of the soul must be the basis of Varnashrama and not the avocations.

000014233

23.01.1928

04069

ELLIST FRANK (Mrs.)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

advising despatch of a book called "The Service of Motherhood" in the hope that the same may be found useful by any of Gandhiji's Welfare Centres in India.

000013052

23.01.1928

03394

BANERJEE, D. N.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Himself being an out right non-cooperator and an only witness to the shooting affair, seeks Gandhiji's advice as to how he should act when summoned before the court.

00013040A

23.01.1928

00619

NEHRU, Jawaharlal (Pandit)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

There was no question of ansurling of banner or ware fase. On the contrasy I am looking for an opportunity to discuss personally and get convinced.

000013051

23.01.1928

03393

STEINTHAL, F. W. (Rev.)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

An old missionary couple leaving India after 30 Years' work in Bengal, ask for an appointment.

000013050

23.01.1928

00402

RAJAGOPALACHARI, C.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Your changes in food are totally inadequate as substitutes for bread & milk which agreed so well uptil now. Stale almond, paste or coconut juice may be positively harmful. Rest & not more silence is necessary.

000013054

24.01.1928

03387

KANIKA, Raja of

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

Negotiations are going on for an amicable settlement of all differences. Shall let you know very soon when something definite is settled.

000014234

24.01.1928

04070

WEST, Ada (Devi) (Miss)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Refreshing South African sweet memories supplies news and makes inquiries about health and work of Indian friends, over Keshu's winning first prize in Spinning etc.

000016011

24.01.1928

06156

TRIBHUVANDAS A.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Requesting to go through the enclosed copy of "Jain" and to charge his views about animal killing.

000026957

25.01.1928

08520

KUVALAYANAND (Swami)

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

Glad Gandhiji's health is improving. He himself decided about his diet. It is not necessary to interfere:

000013053

25.01.1928

03395

FERTING, Ruth

00004

ECONOMIST

1

Two American students desiring to visit and stay at Ashram for two days, seek permission and reply.

000029948

26.01.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08798

PRASAD, Rajendra

1

Advicing not to oppose his (addressee's) daughter in law giving up Purdah says. Purdah is neither necessary nor practicable today & this evil didn't exit in past.

000023200

27.01.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09707

DASGUPTA, Satish

2

We cannot avoid but think Government actions. The cutting fun the 'forward is powerful reading etc.

00012394A

27.01.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04049

MOONJE, B.S. (Dr.)

2

000013055

27.01.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03231

SATISH BABU

1

Copy of 23200

000014940

27.01.1928

04604

BING, Harold F.

03197

YOUNG INDIA, Editor

1

organising Secretary of the World Youth Peace Congress requests to be supplied with the address of the servants of India Society.

00013051A

27.01.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03393

STEINTHAL, F. W. (Rev.)

1

Tuesday between 3 to 5 p.m. will be suitable.

00013050A

28.01.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09172

RAJAGOPALACHARI, C.

2

Nothing shall be done that will be likely to impair health.

000011962

28.01.1928

02779

SRINIVASAN V.S.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Supplying information regarding liquor bill; Parliamentary move on the South African problem and injustice and harshness in respect of licenses.

000011964

28.01.1928

08295

RITCH, L. W.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

14

Recent developments are going against Indian and impel the seeking of your co-operation. Mr. Sastri though admirable seems influenced by fair promises and expressions of good will from ministers etc. On the other hand, The South British India Association have abused the trust put in it and these are many cases of fraudulent immigrations. Government, there fore, has become stricter and devises ways to expel them.

000013056

28.01.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03397

GREGG, Richard B. ("Govind")

1

Hope your recovery will be rapid. Do not think of doctor's bill. We are on this earth to serve one another without expectation of reward.

000025101

28.01.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

1

Personal matters. Hope father is better. I am helpless about you Ramdas and Nirmala married on Vasant Panchami.

000023274

28.01.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04900

HEMAPRABHA DEVI

1

Prayer means we leave everything even our sorrows to God.

000012684

29.01.1928

03193

SINHA, PROSIDH NARAYAN

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

I am perplexed by your continued opposition to the proposal of boycotting British goods. Have you any Lingering love for Britain or is there any higher aim ?

000013057

29.01.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03398

BHASKARAN

1

You have been hasty in resigning. If there is injustice done, you should discuss it with C.R. and not run to the Ashram.

000023202

30.01.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09707

DASGUPTA, Satish

1

Inquires about an article written by him.

000014578

30.01.1928

02213

RAMNIKLAL

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Can you find time to go though the Ashram rules so that they can be finalised before Kaka Saheb and Mahadevbhai go ?

00014578A

30.01.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02734

MODI, Ramniklal M.

1

We shall meet tomorrow. I hope to go through them early morning tomorrow.

000013058

31.01.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03399

BANERJI, D.N.

1

It you are absolutely clear about nonvilence, it is your duty to make that statement before the judge and decline to give evidence and cheerfully suffer the consequence.

000013059

31.01.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03400

KNUDSEN, Elizabeth

1

I do not conduct any hydropathic establishment but do give kushu's baths to some people in Ashram. It come to the Ashram, you are welcome.

000014228

01.02.1928

04065

PENNINGTON, J. S.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

After reading Gndhiji's criticism of "Mother India" pronounces his opinion, "It was just what you had been saying in less lucid language for many years. I did not know Miss Mayo was an "avowed Indophohe".

000014235

02.02.1928

04071

MAUDE, Aylmer

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Sending a copy of a circular aiming to have a wide sale of the Tolstoy Centenary Edition requests Gandhiji to recommond the same to the Indian Librarians or members of the Committees, the sales-proceeds being meant to under-assistance to the distressed members of the Tolstoy Fimily.

000013848

02.02.1928

03790

GOSHI MATHURADAS

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

If there anything wrong in using in manufacture of soap, animal fat which is a by-product of animal killing for meat-eaters?

000013060

04.02.1928

07773

SRI PRAKASHA

13311

KRIPALANI, J. B.

2

Intimates that Manindranath is sentenced to 10 Years' rigorous imprisonment with three month's solitary confinement. Rumours of further arrests are in the air.

000014907

04.02.1928

04592

ZAKIR HUSAIN

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

We are awaiting the bank papers sent to you. The appeal for Ajmalkhan Fund has received very poor response.

000015094

04.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04685

HABIBULLAH, Mohamed (Sir) ?

1

You will note that I have kept mum and shall do so as long as I can.

000021805

04.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08077

RAMESHWARDAS

2

Take pity on the relation and try to free him from bad habits Gord, you donated to the Hakimji memorial fund.

000022883

06.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10380

REVASHANKAR JAGJIVAN JHAVERI

2

Thakore Saheb of Morvi has agreed to help Khaddar, and had asked for a worker for the cow protection work. If your health permits you do spend some time there:

000026499

06.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10439

GANDHI, Manilal & Sushila

2

Harilal and Devdas came to attend Ramdas' marriage. They are still here:

000013092

06.02.1928

09564

KORTELING, Ralph G.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

For classification I want to know if Gandhiji objects for teaching pure Christianity, voluntary acceptance of it etc. etc.

000014941

06.02.1928

04600

BROCKWAY, A. Fenner

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

Supplying news of his health expresses distress at the viloence during the 'Hartal'(strike) in Madras, forwards International War Resisters' Secretary's invitation to attend their conference in Austria.

000014740

06.02.1928

04469

DEWEN H.E.

04470

"KAKAJI"

1

A missionary who stayed at the Ashram appreciate the spirit of devotion to the great cause of aspires to fall in their line one day. Encloses a phamphlet telling of the missionary work in a village and a school.

000014425

06.02.1928

04190

PATEL, Vallabhbhai (Sardar)

04191

WILSON, Leslie (Sir)

5

Submitting with all humility to what extent the Bardoli peasentry are affected and aggrieved by the Revised Settlement appeals to suspend the operations of Revenue Collections according to the revised settlement.

000013061

07.02.1928

03526

GREGG, Richard B. ("Govind")

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

Encloses an interesting quotation about spinning as it existed in the very earliest civilisation yet discovered in India, as revealed in the recent excavation in Sind.

000014732

07.02.1928

04462

SANKARA MENON, V.K.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Thanking for the interest evinced by Gandhiji in the cause of the colony returns Kelappan's report on the colony with his humble remarks.

000013065

08.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00394

ANDREWS, C. F.

1

Do not worry about my health. Remind you to finish the shraddhanand series. Here is Kanikaraja's letter go to Orissa with Chhaganlal to ascertain what is wanted of him.

000013064

08.02.1928

03401

LAKHDHARJI

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Please, send the cattle expert for a week. Then, if some one is required permanent, one will be called for, There is my standing invitation to grace Morvi whenever convenient.

000015182

08.02.1928

01303

HOLMES, John Haynes (Rev.)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Further contribution of $ 10/- for flood-relief. News paper dispatches seem to indicate a momentous revival of the nationalistic movement. Awaits with fererish interest move direct reports.

000015033

08.02.1928

04652

SVENSKA KYRKANS etc.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Seeing that the English edition is out. We beg to grant us formal permission for the Swedish edition.

000013062

08.02.1928

00790

RAJAGOPALACHARI, C.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Laxmi is better. Now will not give up all work for a month at least and sleep as much as you possibly can and avoid all hard thinking ? Not-diet should be given up and milk resumed.

000014236

08.02.1928

04072

WELLOCK, Wilfred ?

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Reqesting to have a copy of "Autobiograph" in its natural home-spun building, if possible autographed, on condition to accept payment by way of snall gift.

000014426

08.02.1928

09640

KER, J. GOVERNMENT HOUSE

04190

PATEL, Vallabhbhai (Sardar)

1

"You letter has been submitted to his Excellency and has been transfered to the Revenue Dept., for official consideration and disposal.

000013067

08.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03491

MALKANI (Prof.)

1

If you are ready for untouchability work, I am equally ready to take up you. Don't get alarmed about the over reports of my health.

000013066

08.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03402

UNNI, L. C. (Mrs.)

2

expressing delight at her regular spinning, advises to learn up testing the strength and fineness of yarn from the back number of Young India. Advises also to keep (silent ?) early hours of morning and put herself in tune with the infinite for sake of achieving peace and joy.

000014733

08.02.1928

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

6

Remarks by the manager of the colony in which he concurs with Mr. Kelappan's views and tries to account for the draw-backs.

000022495

08.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

05982

MALKANI

1

Original of 13067

000022884

09.02.1928

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

10380

REVASHANKAR JAGJIVAN JHAVERI

2

Gandhiji desires that you should not go to Morbi till you are well. Gandhiji is taking complete rest as advised by doctors.

000009561

10.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09443

TYABJI, Abbas S.

1

Yes, Hakim Sahels death is a serious national loss, Let us hope the nation will turn it to good account. Wednesday or Thursday between 3 to 5 pm. will suit me.

000025531

11.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08411

BING, Harold F.

2

Thanks but I do not think I shall be able to come.

000026958

11.02.1928

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

08520

KUVALAYANAND (Swami)

2

We are alarmed but it is of no avail because he does not listen to abybody. Here is his diet. Have you anyhting to suggest ?

000013069

11.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01397

ANSARI, M. A. (DR.)

2

Don't worry about my health. I want you to buttonhole people and get them subscribe to the Ajmal Jamia fund. Unless you take up boycott of foreign cloth the energy created by boycott of Statutory commission will be frittered away.

000013068

11.02.1928

00402

RAJAGOPALACHARI, C.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

Worrying over Bapu's health, desires to have news in details by wire besides letters.

000013070

11.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00612

NEHRU, Motilal (Pandit)

1

Again on my back. Sorry we could not meet before you put yourself in harness again. Hope you are thoroughly restored.

000014237

11.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04446

BROCKWAY, Lilla (Mrs.)

1

I should have cursed myself if I had notgone to see your husband, who had a miraculous escape. You mut try to come to India one of these days.

000014943

11.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04600

BROCKWAY, A. Fenner

2

Feel more than pleased to hear from you directly about the progress in your health. The Violence during the Madras Strike was most unfortunate. I feel that my work outside is also better done from the Indian platform. Am however keeping both the invitations for reconsideration.

000014938

11.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04602

BING, Harold F.

1

There are fundamental difficulties in accepting your invitation forthwith Shall write to you further in the matter.

000012685

11.02.1928

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

2

Articles on "A Franciscan Hermitage" and "Good advice to M.P.S.

000022628

11.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08160

BING, Harold F.

1

Original of 14938

000013073

12.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03404

GIRDHARILAL, Lala

1

There need be no anxiety, so long as god wants some work through this body, it will stand all trials and tests.

000013071

12.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03526

GREGG, Richard B. ("Govind")

1

Personally I feel I have not lost any ground. I could not conduct the experiment of fruits and nuts without having to lose weight. But I am now conducting it under doctors watch.

000013072

12.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

"BLANK"

1

Expenses at the Ashram need not be more than Rs.20 to 30 p.m. but what is more necessary is to know whether you can stand the rigors of Ashram life.

000011966

13.02.1928

02781

HOWARD, Jane (Mrs.)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

6

A lover of 'Young India' giving reference of recent instalment of Autobiography in 'Young India' writes, "Wonder that Mrs. Gandhi did not smack you in the face when you talked about. 'Your house'. "Then gives an idea of her own temperament and activities of her brothers.

000014238

13.02.1928

04074

SHARMAN, R. R.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Encloses a sum of Rs.70/- collected by a little 'Reading Club' in Detroit to be given as remuneration to but not accepted by Mr. Sharman who was invited to lecture and suggest material for study to counter act the effects of "Mother India".

000014942

14.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01424

ROLLAND, Romain

3

Gandhiji referring to his conversation with two devoted peasents did not contain any repugnance towards war: and then explaining the question of his participation in the last war requests to read the last chapter of the autobiography and to express his opinion on the same at leisure: Expresses eagerness to meet him.

000014239

14.02.1928

04075

BEKING, M

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

The two enclosed for 5000/- each, I hope are in payment of a debit I owe.

000015169

15.02.1928

04724

ATKINSON, Henry A. (Dr.)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Extending formal invitation to be present at the preliminary meeting of the Universal Religious Peace Conference in Geneva encloses announcement of instructions as to Hostel accomnodation etc.

000013074

16.02.1928

02928

DEWICK E.C.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Asking for permission to reprint Gandhiji's article "Why I am a Hindu" in the "Indian number" of the "Student World" magazine published from Geneva.

000014427

16.02.1928

09642

SMITH, J. W., SEC., OF GOVT. OF BOMBAY.

04190

PATEL, Vallabhbhai (Sardar)

6

The Secretory justifies the Revenue Settlement and shows unpreparedness either to suspend or to reconsider the settlement. He warns that Government will not hesitate in applying the appropriate provisons of the hand Revenue Code and says that no reponsibility will lie with government for the inevitable loss that must befall the defaulters.

000028438

17.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08648

MEHER TULSI

2

Do not worry about the illness. Take proper nourishment,

000022885

18.02.1928

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

10382

MANIBHAI REVASHANKAR

2

How is Dhirubhai ? If you approve Gandhiji can write to Dr. Mathur, Is my vol 1 of Review of Reviews there ?

000013063

18.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00402

RAJAGOPALACHARI, C.

2

Do not worry my health. Do not insist on milk but try to find out a suitable vegetable substitute for it. What do you think about invitations from Singapore, Burma and Europe ?

000014242

18.02.1928

04077

LUCIANO MAGRINI

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

I send my book 'India'. Please offer your criticism. Foreign machine made good effect. Indian adversary but why should India have her own Indstry ? Do you think it will affect India spiritually ?

000014241

18.02.1928

04076

PERCIRA H.M.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

You must have heard about the relapse in my health. Am now under strict orders not to do any serious work inviolving mental or and physical strain.

000014240

18.02.1928

04076

PERCIRA H.M.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Your works and various other works pertaining to the welfare of India are broadcast every week over the Radio and millions of people listen.

000013075

18.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03405

VIOLET

2

Unlike the commission, the wedding is a private affair and will not affect the well being of millions of people. Go they are not equally important. I shall surely revisit Ceylon if I get donations and not merely price of khadi sold there:

000034020

19.02.1928

03284

GANDHI, Ramdas

06060

TYABJI, Abbas S.

2

I had written to you earlier also. I am writing this at your Bardoli address. I wonder if you can spare about 20 days for Kathiawar when we have to do a number of places. Bapu's health improving, even though he is still weak. Loss in weight.

000014243

20.02.1928

04078

CAPTAIN MARCELLE

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Please send as particulars about you to be included in the 'Honours List' for REVIEW UNIVERSAL INTERRACIAL to be issued by me. It will Contain features of particular cultures, the needs, the aspirations and the grievences which the various races suffer at present.

000022886

20.02.1928

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

08188

MANILAL REVASHANKAR

2

Gandhiji himself writes to Dr. Muthu and will get the reply.

000022895

20.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08190

DHIRUBHAI

2

Advises to be patient as per his name, hopes he will be cured and advises to learn to bear misery as well as happiness.

000025774

21.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08444

SHAH, Punjabhai Hirachand

1

Do come on Saturday evening.

000014428

21.02.1928

04190

PATEL, Vallabhbhai (Sardar)

09642

SMITH, J. W., SEC., OF GOVT. OF BOMBAY.

8

Showing how grossly his attitude is misrepresented by the government in matter of Bardoli Revenue Settlement suggests appointment of an impartial tribunal.

000013078

21.02.1928

00612

NEHRU, Motilal (Pandit)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

Intimates that a soothing effect was produced by Gandhiji's letter send before the conference and that it led to decisions on some important points . Intimates about his coming to Ahmedabad and putting up at Seth Ambalal.

000014245

21.02.1928

09623

DASGUPTA, SURENDRA NATH

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

6

A Bengalee expert in Agriclture and Horticulture after describing the miserable condition of Agriculture in India and prospects of its improvement begs of Mahatmaji to arrange for his return to the motherland and to serve her by his knowledge and experience.

000014244

21.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04079

KELLY, Alice McKay (Mrs.)

1

The poisonous influence of "Mother India" distresses me, but untruth is always overcome by truth and that that book is full of untruth Dhan Gopal Mukerji is doing work.

000013077

21.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03407

POOVIAH, Rohini (Smt)

1

Yours was unexpected pleasure: I am under orders not to work. Keep me informed of your movements crimes. Sita has promised to look in now and then.

000009706

21.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01812

PAREKH, Kunverji Khetshi

1

Rami and others will start for you on Thursday morning in company of Ramdas. Will reach you within two or three days.

000022887

21.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03659

MUTHU, C. (Dr.)

1

Duplicate of 13076

000013076

21.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03659

MUTHU, C. (Dr.)

1

Seeking advice for the son of Jhaveri Revashanker suffering from a tubercular bone.

000013849

21.02.1928

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

2

Reprint of an article from 'Contemporary Review' for December 1927. Containing rewarks of Honorary Lynn.G.Frazier in the senate of the "disarmament by Example".

000021806

21.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08077

RAMESHWARDAS

1

Good you sent the boys to Wardha. Feel happy by prayer.

000014741

22.02.1928

04471

ZAVEN KRUSHNALAL M

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

I agree that a word should be amplified as far as possible but mere translation of a foreign word without looking to the meaning creates a wrong impression.

00013046A

22.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04783

GHOSE, PRAFULLA CHANDRA

1

What you say about Congress is largely true. I do no make of the congress a fetish. But we have to be non-violent even towards erring co-workers erring Congressmen.

000014246

22.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01832

WEST, Ada (Devi) (Miss)

1

Supplies news of Ramdas. Devdas Chhaganlal and his own.

000014248

22.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04061

NEIL, Henry (Judge)

2

Under British rule millions of children are starving for want of nourishment and shivering for want of sufficient clothing. With regards Jesus, which Jesus have you in mind ? If the mystical Jesus of sermon on the mount is meant. He is still to be found.

000013079

23.02.1928

00619

NEHRU, Jawaharlal (Pandit)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

I could not come as I was called to Delhi to assist in constitution drafting on behalf of All Parties' Conference. But I had enough of it and am disgusted.

000014742

23.02.1928

04472

JWALAPRASAD

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Profited by reading of Gandhiji's two books' "AROGHYA DARSAN " AND " NITIDHARAM " requests to send all his works by V.P.P. and desires to have advice as to the alteration in his diet.

000013080

23.02.1928

03408

DUNICHAND, Lala

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Introducing L.Suraj Bhan of Ambala desirous of spending some time in Sabarmati Ashram to prepare himself as a worker and if informing of his son's marriage encloses cheque if Rs.5000/-

000013082

23.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03409

GAURISHANKAR (Pandit)

1

Though impossible to attend the wedding, am glad about it. My blessing to the couple.

000013081

23.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

05278

URMILA DEVI

2

News papers wholly exaggerate. Nothing wrong with me. A little bit weak because of non-milk fruitarian diet under strict medical observation. Sorry for your eyes. You must not work them beyond their capacity.

000032907

24.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00416

GANDHI, Chhaganlal K.

2

It was good that you inspected the institutions in a short time. Keep on writing to me. I like your letters. Take care of your health. Make use of mosquito curtains. I am keeping good health. My diet consists of wheat, olive oil, almonds and oranges. I hope to regain partially or fully the lost weight. Ch. Ramdas and Nimu have gone to Rajkot. From there they will go to Amreli. Ramdas may settle in Amreli, he is in good spirits. Brian Gabriel is here, and will be here for 2 days more: Gandhiji to come here for 10 days. Not to worry about my health.

000013083

24.02.1928

00612

NEHRU, Motilal (Pandit)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Jinnah says he has no authority from the league to accept the recommendations All labour seem to have been wasted.

000013084

24.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03231

SATISH BABU

2

"Resist not evil" means resist not evil with evil and therefore necessarily means "Resist evil with good". Am anxious for you to understand me and my movement through and through.

000014249

24.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04082

LE MOUR L

3

Thanks for the donation and promised future support.

000022888

25.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10380

REVASHANKAR JAGJIVAN JHAVERI

1

Apprises that Dr. Muthu's suggestion to examine Dirubhai should be accepted irrespective of cost. Informs that Gandhiji has sent Parnekar to Morvi.

000013086

25.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01361

PAUL, A. A.

1

Here is a letters, Please deal with it directly.

000013085

25.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00004

ECONOMIST

2

Have yours. It would be a great thing if you can put life into the Congress committee without giving rise to any suspicion about your notice. What is this British Goods boycott Demonstration ?

000013589

25.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03638

RAMACHANDRAN

2

Have opened your telegram to Mahadev who is at present in Bardoli. More after he returns.

000013087

25.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03411

BHASKARE, Y. (Miss)

1

Being under strict medical orders to work the least. I am sorry I cannot comply with your request.

000026500

26.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10439

GANDHI, Manilal & Sushila

2

I am better but even if I am seriously ill you should not leave your work and come here:

00013079A

26.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00619

NEHRU, Jawaharlal (Pandit)

2

What a miserable show we are putting up against the insolence of Lord Birkenhead and the crookedness of the commissioners? Do come as early as possible Bangalore may very will suit Kamala.

000014250

26.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01703

WELLOCK, Wilfred

1

It is forwarded. "All copies are bound in Khaddar so that out of every one rupee twelve annas at least go into pockets of poorest people."

000013850

26.02.1928

03791

CHIRANJIVALAL

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

Disapproving of Gandhiji's strong and seathing Criticism of British Rule asks. Is it any use dilating day and night upon the evils of British system of rule in India and aspecially when you yourself have taken to seclusion so far as the political arena is concerned ?

000030737

26.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02793

SASTRI, V. S. Srinivasa

2

Exhorts Mr. Shastri to stay in south Africa even after expiry of his term as he become indespensible & finds no one capable of successfully replace him provided his health permits. Request for a return of assurance letter to that effect.

000011963

26.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02779

SRINIVASAN V.S.

2

I have received your letters. All wish you to continue and. Expect for grave reasons of health your leaving will be a tragedy.

000029067

27.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08703

RATILAL MOTICHAND (Sheth)

2

Let Surajbehn have truly religious literature etc.

000011965

27.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08295

RITCH, L. W.

4

Was disturbed to know about your Losing one leg. Myself dictating from a sick bed. If Sastri is permitted to continue, am inclined to think that his righteous diplomacy will triumph over the crooked diplomacy of South Africa But Indians also must be honest and truthful.

000022889

27.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10380

REVASHANKAR JAGJIVAN JHAVERI

2

Advises to get himself also examined by Dr. Muthu when he comes to examine Dhirubhai. Asks for his opinion on Manilal's suggestion that jackie and children should join him in Aden.

000026797

27.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10274

DESAI, Pragji Khandubhai

2

If Indians stop smuggling of other Indians I do not think any difficulties will arise. What about your case ?

000014247

27.02.1928

04081

RUMPHORD CLARA BUTT

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Recollecting sweet memories of her visit at the Ashram and kindness shown by Mrs. Gandhi aspires to be thought of in prayers and thus helpher to greater understanding.

000014251

27.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04083

IYENGAR, K Narasimha

1

"An Indian journal outside should not pander to the evil tastes of the people, should stand out boldly for social and moral reforms, show the emigrants that their duty is to represent the best of Indian Culture and to keep the bond between themselves and the motherland by adopting Khaddar at least.

000013088

27.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03412

BALASUBRAMANIAM, K.

1

boycott of British goods is a useless cry. I have not contemplated boycott of Indian mills.

000011390

27.02.1928

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

6

Copy of an article (written in 1923) A critical study of the Theory of Accessory Food Factors by a German expert sent by Mr. G.L.Batra.

000011389

27.02.1928

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

6

Copy of a booklet 'Food values' written in 1920 forwarded (to M.K. Gandhi) by the author himself.

000009562

29.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09443

TYABJI, Abbas S.

1

You are a good young man of to cuty five to brave the government and the heat of Bardoli, No defeat if you please.

000027600

29.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10470

PAREKH, Devchand U.

2

Is it true if oil is frozen there remains only fat and no acid ? Good if Revashankerbhai agrees to preside etc.

000022890

29.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10380

REVASHANKAR JAGJIVAN JHAVERI

2

Inquires about Dr. Muthu's report. Asks opinion about Jackie going to Aden. Opines that if he had the power he would free every woman from motherhood enforced by sexual husbands.

000013091

29.02.1928

01849

SUBEDAR MANU

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

3

Pointing out how India lost her currency and Ratio game because of disorganised opinion of Indian economists says. "Politician should take instructions from economists and not instruct them". You can contrast this result of the Currency Commission with the result of the Babington - Smith Committee in which the minority report of Sir Dadiba Dalal stands out stands out as a monument.

00013080A

29.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03408

DUNICHAND, Lala

2

You are a pucca Bania. But I am a more pucca Bania. You cannot utilize a "debt" which you owed by your promise.

000013090

29.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03414

PANDIA, B. Rajaram

1

advising a wavering gather to show courage to declare boycott of Government School and court dignified dismissal of his sons.

000013089

29.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03413

JAIN, Padam Raj

1

I do not know and hence suggest your seeking advice from Pandit Malaviyaji who knows more of the inwardness of the present movement. Myself am satisfied with an expression of my general news on Swadeshi, boycott and the like.

00013083A

29.02.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02675

NEHRU, Motilal (Pandit)

1

Jawahar had prepared me for the news Sorry that our meeting is delayed.

000033216

01.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

1

I felt greatly relieved on receiving your letter. It was a good thing that you postponed your going. I shall not insist upon anything. You may all decide even before I come there: It was good that Purushottam went to Morbi, where there are competent Vaidyas. Ask him to write to me.

000014252

01.03.1928

03076

MUKERJI, Dhan Gopal

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

Publication of your interview with Miss Mayo was very truely she is an unscrupulous journalist. Intended to paint you a liar but her popularity is venished. Please maintain your health. You are of the people.

000013093

01.03.1928

09582

SCUDDER, Ida S.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

enclosing a photo of the Hospital building where Gandhiji spoke, expresses a wish to have an endowed beal. The permanent endowment being Rs.3000/-

000011968

02.03.1928

02782

DOKE, Olive C. (Miss)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

4

Personal and love letter providing news of her activities and other friends. Inquires whether the book. "Christ of the Indian ??" is read by Gandhiji.

000013095

03.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00612

NEHRU, Motilal (Pandit)

4

We cannot agree to communal electorate, We must not go in for a detailed constitution but should devise only a working understanding, and we should go for boycott of foreign cloth. That above will make us stroy.

000022891

03.03.1928

03659

MUTHU, C. (Dr.)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Dhiru's lungs are affected. I suggested he removed to Madras and placed under my care: Your diet is not a fat binding diet. Your life is a national as set and the khadi is a wounderful means to prosperity.

000013094

03.03.1928

03408

DUNICHAND, Lala

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

If you are unable to accept the donation as proposed by me previously, you may kindly accept the whole amount for the Ashram and I shall separately redeem my promise with Dr. Kothari We want more masters Banias like you.

000014908

03.03.1928

04593

AJMAL JAMIA FUND, Treasurer

03197

YOUNG INDIA, Editor

1

Suppliying lists of donors.

000022892

04.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10380

REVASHANKAR JAGJIVAN JHAVERI

2

Keep me informed about what you do, re: his treatment.

000014253

05.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04084

HAYES, Roland

1

Leaving from Mr. Chattopadhyaya about his probable visit to India offErs cordial inVitation to Ashram.

000013099

05.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03420

BROCKWAY, R. Nora (Miss)

1

expressing delight at the news of Mr. Brockway's recovery wishes him rapid progress.

000013096

05.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03417

SAUNDERS, A. J.

1

Thanks for the donation. Hope this is merely the first instalment and that the donors (students) wear Khadi.

000014254

05.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04063

STARR, W. B.

3

Thanks for donation. The smallet donation in monetary value is a big thing when it comes froma big heart service of Lawyers and doctors should be provided by the the state. To it is prohibitive for the poor.

000013098

05.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03419

BHASKARAN, V. S.

1

I forgive you. But Fasting is not correct you should submit to C.R. etc. decide about you.

000013097

05.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03418

PREM MAHA VIDYALAYA, President

1

Delighted with news of Adhyapak Jugul kishore's appointment as principal of Prem maha Vidyalaya in place of Acharya Gidwani.

000023203

06.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09707

DASGUPTA, Satish

1

Approves of the constitution except that membership should not be open to those who do not wear khaddar.

000014946

07.03.1928

01424

ROLLAND, Romain

09616

MIRABEN (Miss SLADE)

3

Glad to know that Bapu may be coming to Europe. Keep us informed in time and let him conserve his energy.

000014256

07.03.1928

04086

DUBOIS, FRANCOIS

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

I am impressed by your views and life and disgusted with violent warfare: I lead a hard life devoid of all luxury. I feel attracted to you.

000014255

07.03.1928

04085

JOHNSON, May

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Regretting Slackness in forwarding balance of the contribution made by the Unity readers in the interest of Indian Flood Stricken remites 9.00 dollars.

000014944

07.03.1928

04605

ISBRUCKER, Julia

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Invitation from the conference to be held in Hague sent at the instance of r. Rolland. Reply:- If the contemplated European tour realizes and the time is available would gladly attend the Conference.

000012689

07.03.1928

09541

RANGASAI, B.

00004

ECONOMIST

4

Sending news of a fire in labour quarters narrates story of a Panchama's serviceable on the occasion and the spiteful aversion of the orthodox.

000014945

07.03.1928

01424

ROLLAND, Romain

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

8

Your reasoning does not appeal to me. A man of your standing participating in a war without being constrained is in my view unpardonable. Rejoice to dream that Europe and any eyes may be able to see you this year.

000028471

08.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08651

LESTER, Muriel (Miss)

1

Introducing Rajendra Babu.

000032431

08.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09734

GANDHI, Prabhudas

1

Reference to Prabhudas' letter of 29-2-1928. - Spinning of Khaddar wool. - Reference to Ch. Krishna and Kasturba.

000022893

08.03.1928

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

10380

REVASHANKAR JAGJIVAN JHAVERI

2

Advises to remove Dhiru to Madras and put him under Dr. Muthu's care:

000012686

08.03.1928

03194

KUMUR NARAYANAN

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

An appreciator of Gandhiji's non-violence interpretation wants to know whether Gandhiji would to support congress if it advocated armed resistance for achieving the goal of independence. Reminds Gandhiji that he helped the British Government during the war.

000022894

09.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10380

REVASHANKAR JAGJIVAN JHAVERI

2

Dr. Ansari depends upon a swiss Doctor who prescribes a serum prepared from the bodies of horses. But I do not advise you to go in for it.

00012907A

09.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03507

HAMILTON, Daniel M. (Sir)

1

A common friends says, I have not acknoledged receipt of a hand woven scart and your papers sent by you. I remember I did acknowledge them. Probably it is miscurried. I again acknoledge with thanks.

000027811

09.03.1928

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

02389

PATTANI, Prabhashankar (Sir)

3

Gandhiji requests that you could not come on account of Batukbhai's illness. Ahmedabad public life is a great loses on account of Ramanbhai's death.

000015181

10.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01303

HOLMES, John Haynes (Rev.)

1

Acknowleding with thanks a further contribution of $ 101- for the relief Fund warns him against going by the newspaper reports about the general situation in India.

000013851

10.03.1928

03792

SINHA, PRATAP

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Desiress to know the origin, growth and development of the custom of forces labour and literature dealing with the subject.

00014908A

10.03.1928

04593

AJMAL JAMIA FUND, Treasurer

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Details regarding donations.

000013101

10.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03421

NAYAR, A. S. Mannadi

1

I cannot utilise public money for my personal use. I am referring the matter to Dr. Roy. Mahatmas are the most slippery customers trading on this overburdened earth.

00013093A

10.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03416

SCUDDER, Ida S.

1

There is no hospital and no instition where there is a ward endowed in our name. I am too poor to pay for it and charity of funds is utilized towards khaddar cow protection etc.

00013094A

10.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03408

DUNICHAND, Lala

1

You better pay up in time. Otherwise Kothari will ask for compound interest.

000013103

10.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03231

SATISH BABU

2

Your two letter only confirm my fears about boycott and feel sorry that Dr. Roy signed the manifesto which he know was perfectly useless. No mixing up with the use of Foreign yarn under any circumstances.

000023204

10.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03231

SATISH BABU

2

Original of 13103

000013102

10.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03425

ROY, Bidhan Chandra (Dr.)

1

What is this ? and where should I pay it from ? Myself living on public charity. If, therefore, this bill has got to be paid, the payment has to come out of your generous pocket.

000009708

10.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01811

RAMIBEN

1

News of kumi, Tulsidas and Devdas. Give up beating and teasing children. Through play a lot of work can be exacted from them.

000013100

10.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02563

SEN, Bhupendra Narayan

1

The best course is to refund the loan and then apply for a grant and let the grant be considered on its merits.

000014257

11.03.1928

04087

MATOFF, Pete

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

A young man from the group of persecuted Doubliobors residing in Canada after giving idea of their present lot describes how much he is shocked by reading Mayo's filthy book on India and how he is thrown into dilemma whether the book was written by some enlightened personality or by some barbarious savage.

000011967

12.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09525

HOWARD, Jane (Mrs.)

2

Endorse every word of what you say about Mrs. Gandhi and the wretched incident. People should know that at one time I was a positive beast. Wish I had come in closer contact with your brother.

000014258

12.03.1928

04088

SWALSY D.E.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Swing permission to translate "NITI NASHNA MARGA means "Towards destruction of morality" into German.

000013105

12.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03424

MY DEAR PROFESSOR

2

in spite of all the difficulties in our way. We must aim at getting a complete list of the spinners. Direct contact with them is but necessary if they are to be really served.

000023275

12.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04900

HEMAPRABHA DEVI

2

God's will is done. Our hope is to obtain solace from prayer.

000013104

12.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03423

TUCKER, Boyd W. (Rev.)

2

I cooperate when the ultimate aim is good and non co operate when it is evil. Hence I am a man of compromise. Do come here for a few days if you can.

000012687

12.03.1928

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

4

Cuttings from "Swarajya" and "Hindu" of 123-28 publishing report of Triplicane Beech meeting where two ministers who resigned against Simon commission were congratulated and Dr. Subaroyan's conduct was criticised.

000014910

12.03.1928

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

1

Forwarding a list of donors for publication in Young India.

000014911

13.03.1928

03197

YOUNG INDIA, Editor

04593

AJMAL JAMIA FUND, Treasurer

2

Intimating and inquiring about Ajmal Jamia fund collections and adjustments of their accounts.

000015036

14.03.1928

04122

CURTIS BROWN LIMITED

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

We seek authorisation to publish English and German editions if the reghts are still free.

000012688

14.03.1928

03195

PARTHASARTHI, R.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Can burning of effigies in the presence of Gandhiji photo be justified from Ahimsa point of view ?

00023204A

14.03.1928

10138

RAJAGOPALACHARI, C.

03983

DASGUPTA, SATISCHANDRA

1

Herewith your ltter misdirected here:

000014259

15.03.1928

03898

HOLMES, John Haynes (Rev.) ?

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

expressing intention to bring a special number of his paper 'Unity' in celebration of the 100th Birthday of Leo Tolstoy. Request to favour with tribute however brief it might be.

000014260

15.03.1928

04089

WEST AFRICAN STUDENT…, Secretary

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Giveas an idea of the intentions and aims to develop theirnative land in co-operation with other races of the world forwards the copy of their journal 'West African Students' Union' - an African word meaning 'Exponent of the African mind'.

000013106

15.03.1928

03425

ROY, Bidhan Chandra (Dr.)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

There is a standing rule of Government that public servants on duty should get free services and who else than yourself can be called a public servant in India. However I have remitted the amount.

000014261

15.03.1928

04090

CHERRINGTON, Ben M.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

2

Giving idea of the 'Foundation'. Endowed to the university of Denver for the the advancement of the social Sciences requests for Gandhiji's opinion as to how such a Foundation can be of the greatest use to the world and what sort of undertakings at Denver would give him the greatest satisfaction..

000014912

16.03.1928

03566

IRWIN (Lord)

01397

ANSARI, M. A. (DR.)

2

I will be a willing subscriber to the late Hakim ajmal Khan Memorial Fund on the general grounds that he devoted his life to the relief of the sick.

000011395

16.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02648

DAS, MADUSUDAN

2

My idea is to make the Ashram tannery a model for villages. Will you please help me with a list of literature on the subject or necessary hints based on your experience.

000013109

16.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03428

SHANKAR

1

Your are never out of my mind. I myself take an active part in the kitchen by devoting an hour in shredding vegetables.

000013108

16.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03427

BHASKARAN, V. S.

1

Am glad the matter is now settled and that you are not to suffer any appreciable pecuniary loss.

000011394

16.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02647

SIRCAR NILARATAN

1

Requesting to help with literature on tanning likely to be helpful for the little enterprise of the Satyagrahashram Request also to share the letter with Mr. Das of Research Tannery for similar assistance.

000013107

16.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03426

GIDWANI A.J.

1

I see you are already in harness, Krishna has promise to send you name & address of a good man after he reached Delhi you must get Gangaben to write to me.

000014916

17.03.1928

04597

PANPULIA MOTILAL

09849

SUBBAIAH, A.

1

Lists from Delhi have been received but not the amount. Please ask Jamnalal Bajaj what is to be done to avoid further delay and duplication.

000014913

17.03.1928

04592

ZAKIR HUSAIN

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Enclose no.14912.

000014914

17.03.1928

04593

AJMAL JAMIA FUND, Treasurer

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Lists of further donations.

000013110

17.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00004

ECONOMIST

1

I honour your opinion but can't agree with you, How can people gag individual conduct in the manner you suggest ? That is a matter of social reform.

000014915

17.03.1928

04595

PADNEKER, B.N.

03197

YOUNG INDIA, Editor

1

We should have bank-slips for the amounts directly credited in Bank. otherwise mistakes are bound to occur.

000011393

18.03.1928

00449

00449

1

000011391

18.03.1928

02646

RAMAMURTI C.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

18

Answers at length questions about values of fish, gout milk, fruits, must etc and causes of nervous stimulation, saying that points raised are difficult to answer with precision.

000011392

18.03.1928

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

44

Typewritten copy of translator's preface to 'Ragner Berg's book on Dietetics and Nutrition.

000029455

19.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08733

JAL

1

Sorry to know you are not well. Have full faith in God and be patient.

000029454

19.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08660

KHAMBHATA, Bahramji Naoroji

2

If no doctor is able operate upon Jal and if you are not at peace do go to Europe. Do whatever you like with patience.

000013112

19.03.1928

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

09934

ROY, Dilip Kumar

5

Here is an extract from Miss Madeleine Rolland's letter desiring Gandhiji that neither she nor her brothers said to me that Indian leaders are unmindful of their work as is represented by a report of the interview - in "Prabuddha Bharat" Will you correct ?

000009607

19.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01274

TYABJI, Raihana (Miss)

1

Of course. You come whenever you can and stay as long as you will.

000013590

19.03.1928

03680

POLAK, H. S. L.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

8

Returning proofs of Gandhiji's Autobiography, suggests certain connections and narrates some episodes.

000013111

19.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00402

RAJAGOPALACHARI, C.

1

My experiment is only suspended. I lived on raw ground-nuts for all last six years without coming to any grief. I am anxious to meet Rolland, the wisest man of Europe. Many are grieved that I did not die on the 17th.

000014263

19.03.1928

04091

CLARK, BYRON N.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Giving an idea of his collection of autograph letters, pictures etc. Of important personalities of the world, aimed ultimately to be the property of the university of Vermont requests Gandhiji to furnish an autographed together with a photograph. Message supplied, God is Truth. The way to reach Truth is through the loving service of all that lives.

000014579

19.03.1928

04291

VASAVADA P.R.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

enclosing copies of Gandhi Seva Rules and form of admission to the training class.

000013114

19.03.1928

07921

BJERRUM

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

8

A Danish lady visitor after expressing her thanks gives views and impressions about the Ashram life, prayer meetings and conventionalism and communion with the Infinite, offers cordial invitation to Mahatmaji to grace Denmark with his visit.

000022496

19.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

05982

MALKANI

1

Advises to resign.

000013116

20.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00619

NEHRU, Jawaharlal (Pandit)

1

This I write only to fulfil the promise to send you a message for the friend you mentioned. Hope you read my articles on boycott and mills.

000012690

20.03.1928

03198

ALVI HATIM A

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

I think Ramdas being an Ashramite, cannot marry and I disapprove of Imam Saheb as vice-president of the Ashram as he is greedy.

000013852

20.03.1928

03793

AAY A.C.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

2

Refering to Gandhiji's creeds of 'non-violence and no-war and his defence of Shri krishna's exhortation to arjun to fight, submits his puzzel "How can war be regarded as the 'Swadharma' or duty of any class of men ?"

000013113

20.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02574

SURESH BABU

2

Urging to realize the importance of the suggestion of Mr. Banker to effect direct contact with individual spinner. In absence of such an arrangement the organisation will one day collapse like a house of cards.

000013121

20.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03231

SATISH BABU

1

This boycott movement is a sad thing. If you detect any flaw in my article on mills and boycott do not hesitate to draw my attention. The press telegram about my health was wholly misleading.

000013118

20.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03432

MALKANI, N. R. (Prof.)

2

I cannot approve of your renouncing in the college merely for the sake of your maintenance. These is no harm in demanding it from the Flood Relief Fund.

000014264

20.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04092

CAPY, Marcelle

1

Message has already been sent through Jawaharlal our common friend.

000013119

20.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03433

ZAKIR

1

Lord Irvin's letter to doubtly useful. Please send me a copy of the letter that Dr. Ansari may finally write.

000013115

20.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03431

MADHAVAN, M. R.

1

Difficult to guide you from here: But Suggest your going as slow as possible but steadily an ambitious scheme prove embarrassing in the long run.

000013120

20.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03425

ROY, Bidhan Chandra (Dr.)

1

Dr. Ansari's visit had nothing to do with my health. Ansari, he and others came purely in connection with the National Muslim University.

000013117

20.03.1928

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

1

"There can be no living harmony between races and nations unless the main cause is removed, namely exploitation of the weak by the strong. We must revise the interpretation of the so-called doctrine of the "Survival of the fittest".

000022497

20.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

05982

MALKANI

2

Original of 13118

000014267

21.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09625

DE MANZIARLY, T. (Madame)

1

Herewith the two books regarding Simplicity. I am a passionate devotee of Simplicity in life, but unless the eago of Simplicity comes from within. If leads to self deception and hypocracy.

000014265

21.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09624

FRAUS RONO,

1

The young should turn their tremendous energy of youth through spending it insacred service and not dissipate it through speeches and writings and the like which are becoming so much the fashion now a days.

000013853

21.03.1928

03794

LANDER JOHU

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

2

Inquiring about an English Book on jesuit Education by Sahwickrath explains differences between Greek and latin liturgy, obedience to Pope and vow of Celibacy for priests. etc.

000014266

21.03.1928

04093

TAGLANG, H.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

In view of the expected European tour sulptor of Vienna aspiring to prepare a portrait Medallion of Gandhiji like that of Rabindra-Nath Tagore, free of Charge, wishes of know where be would give sittings.

000014269

21.03.1928

02445

MENON, Esther (Mrs.) (nee Faering)

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

7

Sorry to hear about your relapse. No wonder since you are overworking yourself. My husband is trying to take L.M.P. and L.M.P. in two years. I am set three programmes on radio about and your work.

000013122

21.03.1928

03434

BHIKKHU, Otamma

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

Ref. Intended visit of Gandhiji to Burma writes "I welcome your visit with joy with a view that it will help the people to realize awkward situation our rules have placed us in. You know my views on the subject of reparation of Burma from India and hope you will not commit yourself to that but intended persons (including Government) Will exploit your visit.

000014268

21.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04095

BROWN, JOSEPH A. (Mrs.)

1

I value the gift sent through Mrs. Sharman for the heart that prompted it. Am utilising the devoted himself to propagate the message of Spinning wheel.

000013123

21.03.1928

00402

RAJAGOPALACHARI, C.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Yours of the 10th, having been put in wrong cover reached me after making grand continental tour. Sign of healthy blood pressure as that you show it not get upset over this. Regarding food experiment I am glad that it has been suspended.

000014947

22.03.1928

09715

MEMBERS FROM DIFFERENT COUN.

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

1

Glad to learn from paper that you are definitely visting Europe, We offer invitation to address the Congress on 19th August.

000013124

22.03.1928

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

03435

MATHEW P.K.

1

Spinning wheels and not Jaklis should be introduced in schools. They do not require a special building or large expenditure:

000014270

23.03.1928