000027019

02.01.1936

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

08527

MAHMUD, Syed (Dr.)

1

He is yet weak. Thanks for your invitation but we will be leaving for Ahmedabad.

000027849

08.01.1936

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

02389

PATTANI, Prabhashankar (Sir)

1

His health is failing but he refuses to take medicines. The doctor can therefore prescribe only rest.

000028274

15.01.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08647

SHUMMY

2

Sorry I kept her so long. Hope she reached safely.

000031103

15.01.1936

02738

KANTI

10545

RUKHSHMINIBEN

1

Informs inprovement is G's health. Expresses pain of Radha's news (?) Gives other news.

000028273

18.01.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

1

I remember you

000027850

18.01.1936

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

01349

PATTANI, RAMABEN

1

Doctors have examined him. We will shortly go to Ahmedabad. Do both of you come there:

000031062

25.01.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10541

BAJAJ, Radhakrishna & ANSUYABEN

3

Regrets his (G's) unability to attend her wedding. advises to be an ideal wife & remain an ideal worker (Anasya Jaju) Regrets his (G's) unability to attend his wedding. Expresses great expectations from him & his wife ( Anasuya) Encloses wedding MANGAL garland for both made from yarn spun by him (G) (Radha krishna Bajaj)

000028272

26.01.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

1

When tyrants flouriish rebels become slaves.

000021942

26.01.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

1

Inquires about her health and activities.

000027851

02.02.1936

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

02389

PATTANI, Prabhashankar (Sir)

1

Gandhiji is improving. We are awaiting your arrival.

000031901

05.02.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09003

DESAI, Jivanji D.

2

Gandhiji in his letter of condolence to JIvanji on the occassion of his brother's death says that as printer of Anasaktiyoga, Jivanji very well knows that his brother never died or cannot die. (On the same Post card, Sardar Patel and Mahadev Desai have added some lines (1) Sardar says who can give greater consolation than Gandhiji ? (2) Mahadev asks JIvanji to console his sister in law.)

000031733

08.02.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

1

Gandhiji's advises not to think of the past mistake but to take decision according to one's conscience.

000031734

09.02.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

1

to work with humility without thinking of future: REference to jamnlal Bajaj and Prabha.

000031735

12.02.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

Gandhiji's advice to mira to take full advantage of her visit to him at Ahmedabad. Mira's cottage on the hill a mile away from seagon Reference to prabhavati.

000028275

13.02.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

3

News about Prabhavati etc. Gives her programme reaching Delhi on or about 8th March.

000031736

13.02.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

Mira's dilemma for going to seagon. To resist and compet oneself beyond a point is an untruth.

000021943

13.02.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

1

Asks her to take Rs. 300/- from Bapu and pay up Lala Danichand. Desires her to consult Dr. Ansari about going to Dacca.

000025215

13.02.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

1

Maintain your health. Do not worry about me etc.

000031737

14.02.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

4

Gandhiji's decision to live in Segaon alnoe in case Mira desides not to live in Segaon but to settle in the neighbouring village. But she should act according to her inner voice.

000026613

16.02.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10439

GANDHI, Manilal & Sushila

1

I am better and am allowed to write a few letters.

000031900

16.02.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

"BLANK"

2

Gandhiji in writing a praface ti the book written in Gujarati (Written by Mahadev Desai) Be Khndai Khidmatgar says that the Khan brothers are truly servants of God. Gandhiji has greater apperciation for younger brother Abdul Gaffar Khan (who wrote Letters to Gandhiji form prison) who is almost a fakir Every Gujarati house should possess a copy the book. The book is not merely a Gujarati translation of the English book. Two servants of God. Mahadev has succeeded in his attempt to make it an independent work.

000031315

16.02.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08091

LILAVATI

2

(1) Compares Reed pen with steel Nig regarding their cheapness, beautiful writting, suitability for writting Indian or western scripts etc. (2) Suggests some hill stations for her brothers health.

000028276

17.02.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

2

Come to Savli if you can. I am well looked after.

000033592

18.02.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

1

Bhanushankar is said to have deposited Rs. 10,000/-, bit by bit, at the Ashram, during Chhaganlal's time. Please check up and send a detailed report at Wardha address. Waited for Kusum, but she did not turn up.

000029443

20.02.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08494

TARA

1

continue treatment with faith.

000031063

20.02.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10542

BAJAJ, Radhakrishna

2

Wishes mutual satisfaction established between him & his wife remain for ever. advises to improve health & learn art of nursing othres.

000031141

20.02.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

05269

SHAH, Fulchand

2

Asks to recover quickly & inform what disease he is suffering from.

000032837

21.02.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01686

ANASUYABEN

2

I brought with me all the articles presented to me by you. But I found after coming here that some of the articles are made in foreign countries. You know that I insist on using articles made in our own country, particularly in rural area. Even for a shave, I use an ordinary razor. At least in future, you should bear in mind in buying things for my use or even for "Majoor Mahajan" that you should buy things made in India. In Bardoli, for me, al small and simple hut bas been made. All things that go to make it would be used again when it is dismantled after I leave this place.

000025216

21.02.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

1

Why no letter ? Things left by you here remained me of you.

000028277

24.02.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

2

I shall opine after your parcel arrives. Do not try to interfere with nature etc.

000025217

24.02.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

2

Your duty is to see that JaiPrakash regains his health. If you are relieved from there you can go to other relatives. Do not worry about me.

000027529

27.02.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08565

LAXMINARAYANJI

5

I am happy you conduct research in water cures. I do take baths of different types but not all. I shall now restart mud cure: Your donation is received.

000028278

28.02.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

2

It is good but the ends are unsuitable for wearing. I shall use it for covering the body Sorry you cannot come to Savli.

000031738

28.02.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

Abverse effect of garlic on Gandhiji's blood pressure Reference to Jamnalal Bajaj- set back to kamala Nehru's health.

000021944

28.02.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

1

Hopes to see her well when he comes there:

000031142

28.02.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

05269

SHAH, Fulchand

2

Suggests to take Talvalkar's treatment at Ahmedabad.

000028279

02.03.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

2

We are well. The upper is miscalled a shawl Date of reaching Delhi not certain

000025218

03.03.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

4

Your going has relieved me but your stay was never the cause of the rise in B. P. Do your duty whereever you are take proper food and exercise etc.

000024409

05.03.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08340

KRISHNACHANDRA

2

advising and guiding about diets, insists upon continuing neem leaves and garlic.

000026050

05.03.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08471

AGRAVAL, K. C.

2

Duplicate of 24409

000032331

05.03.1936

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

09249

KASHIBEN

1

Gandhiji had written to his uncle at Rajkot about Krishna's marriage. Herewith enclosed is his reply. Krishna and Manojna must have come back. Our coming there is being delayed. Maybe, we come to Saurashtra by 6,7 April.

000032542

05.03.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01685

ANASUYABEN

2

Ref. to utensils made of German silver. If German silver utensils are not available, we can as well use brass vessels. We should think of the common man, i.e. whether he can afford such polished material as German silver utensils. - Gandhiji to leave for Savli on 6-3-1936 and expects to reach Delhi on 8th inst.

000025073

05.03.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

2

Consider happiness and misery as equal. Do not worry. Go and nurse Jai Prakash.

000033594

06.03.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

1

Read out the enclosed letter to your father. At the time of Purushottam's marriage, all possible care would be taken. But even then, just as we create situations, situations also exercise control over us. Duality of fate and human efforts is always there: I have asked for dates from Bhanushankar. Perhaps the amount may have been deposited in Goseva Sangh Accounts. I am here till 23rd inst.

000027690

09.03.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08595

PARIKH, Vanmala N.

1

Anandi must have told you only I could not inquire from you about Sumitra.

000023798

09.03.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08256

ISMAIL, Mirza Muhammad (Sir)

1

Thanks for the invitation but cannot decide at present.

000027691

09.03.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08596

SUMITRA

1

Do play and study.

000033593

09.03.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

1

Can you else not cleck up the accounts at the Ashram for Bhanushankar's deposit ? We reached Delhi Yesterday. Kanti, Navin and Kanu are with me. We will be here for a fortnight. I am better. Krishna's marriage celebrated with simplicity.

000009092

09.03.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01779

PARIKH, Narahari D.

1

Teach Sumitra to write in ink. Hope Ramji is not creating difficulties. Wish to pass a fortnight in Delhi.

00024915A

09.03.1936

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

1

An address on an envelope.

000024914

09.03.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00000

"BLANK"

2

You are being tested. But do not worry. All Misery is not real misery etc.

000025219

11.03.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

2

I am reading JaiPrakash's book shall express opinion when I finish other news.

000025853

12.03.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08451

SHANKARBHAI

2

My blessings. Hope both of you will lead a life of restraint and service.

000025220

12.03.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

1

Study it and my remarks on it. If what I say is true. Some of his opinions are wrong.

000026051

14.03.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08471

AGRAVAL, K. C.

2

Diplicate of 24410

000024410

14.03.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08340

KRISHNACHANDRA

2

Inculcating importance of diary writing and prayers. Assures that neither garlic nor milk should prove harmful to a Celibacy seeker. Of course my views about milk expressed in my health guide are now some what modified.

000031739

14.03.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

Intimate contact with the villages gives us new insight. Reference to Jawaharlal Nehru, Dr. Ansari and Rajkumari Amrit Kaur- Gandhiji's health is satifactory.

000023248

14.03.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09707

DASGUPTA, Satish

2

Inquires about health and activities and advises to take care of health.

000026614

14.03.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00660

GANDHI, Manilal

1

Prescription of diet in diabetes.

000031740

16.03.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

Mira is hawing a horse.- Gandhiji's advice not to work during hot hours.

000033912

16.03.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09818

GANDHI, Khushalchand

2

I had decided to write to you about Krishnadas' marriage. Held in the presence of his mentor, Vinoba. Marriage ceremony extremelly simple : bride wearing a Khadi sari; garland of yarn and so on. Other expenses only Rs. 2/-. Marriage soleminized by Ravishankar Maharaj. Only blessed parents and the blessed newlyweds are party to such a ceremony.

000031296

16.03.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08091

LILAVATI

1

Asks to search English Hindi & Hindi English dictionaries & give it to Miraben.

000025228

18.03.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

1

Why no letter ? I shall have to go Lucknow.

000024734

19.03.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00713

BAJAJ, Jamnalal

4

An outline of his future residence and also those of others keeping the village in the centre of his activities.

000028217

20.03.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08646

VARTEJI ABBAS

1

My blessings an your marriage. Give me details about the girl.

000031742

20.03.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

1

Gandhiji's advice to Mira to live in Maganwadi because of ferquent attacks of fever. Jamnalal's expection that Mira should directly write to him about the use of well on account of the problem of untouchability. Gandhiji does not agree to this.

000031741

20.03.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

4

Gandhiji's advises to face with clam the difficulties which one way encounter, whether social or political Dr. Ansari advises to exert more and test Gandhiji's blood pressure which is 154/92.

000033595

20.03.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

I am glad you have taken up the work of health and village industries. It is part of self-rule. Bhanushankar does not remember the dates.

000025221

20.03.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

2

Do read JaiPrakash's book My going to Wardha is uncertain.

000029444

21.03.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08494

TARA

2

That you neglect your ill health is a mistake. When you were with me, you had no trouble. Try garlic twice with food. It helps effectively to remove poisons.

000031744

23.03.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

6

Gandhiji's anxiety about Mira's health at Seagon. Her separationn from him should not cause illness. He does not need her personal service. She should continue her work with joy. Gandhiji mentions about his long stay in Delhi. He assures Mira about his gradual health improvement under Dr. Ansari.

000031743

23.03.1936

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

08750

MIRA

2

Gandhiji's health is quite alright. But his B.P. is high (156/102) because of strain. Discussion with Jawaharlal Letter writing, other writings etc. Mira's mental crisis- Lot of discussion about Seagon.

000031745

25.03.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

Inevitable for Gandhiji to stay away from Wardha till 15th April. Slight B.P. but no cause for worry- He is advised to take garlic.

000025225

25.03.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

1

I shall be in Lucknow and Allahabad. Hope to meet you at one of the places.

000023503

25.03.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08233

BALVANTSINH

2

Advises to go where he can get peace Kishorilal will write to you.

000026411

27.03.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01401

TAGORE, Rabindranath

2

Duplicate of 23907.

000023907

27.03.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01401

TAGORE, Rabindranath

2

Encloses a draft for Rs. 60000/- and an annonymous letter by the doners who feel ashamed that a poet like Tagore has to worry about funds.

000031746

29.03.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

Gandhiji withstands strain of speaking at the Exhibition. Leaving for Lucknow & Allahabad on 3rd April and is expected to leave for Wardha on 12th or 13th.

000031297

29.03.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08091

LILAVATI

2

Feeling happy at her letters revealing different states of her mind says he (G) will be able to guide her to long she reveals her whole mind to G. Hopes some day she will attain steadiness of mind.

000025595

30.03.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08417

PHADKE V. L.

1

Read my article about model temple.

000031747

30.03.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

1

Gandhiji is expected to reach Wardha after meeting Jawarharlal.Reference to Amtussalaam asalam and Brijikshan. Advice to Mira to put on more weight by taking substantial food.

000026615

30.03.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10439

GANDHI, Manilal & Sushila

2

News of various persons.

000028280

03.04.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

4

Rains distrubed us here also. I resided in spite of Mahadev, the templation to by a mat for you. etc.

000022601

03.04.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00394

ANDREWS, C. F.

2

Informs that the necessary funds for Santiniketan could be collected. Hopes this will free him from his anxiety about gurudeo.

000023109

03.04.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07638

HARRISON, Agatha (Miss)

2

Denounces the news report that G. and the new Viceroy are to meet.

000028281

05.04.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

2

Value of women's work lie in making things attractive but cheap like the spoon from a useless piece of bamboo.

000031748

05.04.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

Gandhiji feels a void without Motilal and Kamala Nehru at Anand Bhavan Reference to Swaruprani who is broken in health but faces life bravely. Advice to Mira about her health. All the time he thinks about the villages.

000028282

08.04.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

4

Your silk underwear and frequent washing of face and body and that too with soap have made the body too delicate to resist cold. See if you can change.

000031298

10.04.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08091

LILAVATI

1

General Inquiry.

000031749

13.04.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

Gandhiji thinks of seagon Mira's horse Sejila her faithful companion- Gandhiji's worry about her moving on sejila in the dark over the large countryroads Reference to Bharatan Kumarappa.

000028781

13.04.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

4

Your Rs. 100/- will go it Collect other donations if you can feel you must. Even at Seagon I shall be available to all.

000033596

13.04.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

I have to go to Nandidurg along with Sardar. If Kusum can be sent and if she is willing to come, then I shall take her with me. We will leave here on 8th May.

000026616

13.04.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10439

GANDHI, Manilal & Sushila

4

Your criticism is levelled though the language is not good but that is permissible. News about others.

000031751

15.04.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

1

000028283

18.04.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

2

Come here yesterday Am here till middle of May. Do get rid of your cold.

000025596

20.04.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08417

PHADKE V. L.

1

Erect a cheap cottage.

000028284

20.04.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

4

Why should the slightest change in weather upset your health Try nature cure only if you have faith in it.

000024223

20.04.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08317

BHUJANGILAL

1

Advises to obtain father's permission to live with Gandhiji.

000030886

20.04.1936

08884

ZUTSI, J. K.

08883

JAIN, Mathuradas

1

Informs Sjt Maturadas that pdt Nehru will be in Allahabad from 5th to 13th may 1936.

000028003

21.04.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08614

TYAGI

2

Death is predestined when birth takes place. One need not therefore lament the dead. Rajkishori can come if she wants to.

000028782

21.04.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

2

Remember your letters are welcome. So do write unless prevented by illhealth. Do not fall ill again.

000031752

21.04.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

1

Gandhiji's hut at Seagon to be built soon. Gandhiji leaves for Nagpur on 23rd for 3 days.

000028783

22.04.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

7

Nothing can be had without trouble and so we should not think of the trouble when something has to be done. Then follow instructions regarding obtaining honey and his programme.

000009725

22.04.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01811

RAMIBEN

2

Keep Manu there if you want to. I go to Mysore side on 10th May and stay there for about a month.

000021945

22.04.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

1

Advises to do as much work as possible, to keep her head cool, and not to expect much from Tyagi.

000023001

23.04.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08207

GURJALE, G. V.

1

Hopes that the suspected family will come out scatheless.

000022535

27.04.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08148

MALKANI, N. R. (Prof.)

2

Sympathies with his worries and encourages his go to on with his works suggests leaving Rukamini.

000028784

27.04.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

2

Your cheque will be used as you desire: Hope you will now be cured of your cold.

000031753

27.04.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

1

Kasturba not well- Inquiry about goats in seagon.

000031754

28.04.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

Mention of Congress working committee at Wardha Gandhiji's programme till 5th May at Seagon.

000031755

29.04.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

1

Gandhiji is coming to seagon on 30th April.

000025800

30.04.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08443

MAJMUDAR PARIXITLAL L.

1

Miscellaneous matters,

000033597

30.04.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

1

Sardar will be going by different route. Send Kusum here before 8th May. Let her bring warm clothing. No unnecessary luggage be there: Today, I am in Segaon. I would like to settle down here diving the last days.

000022773

30.04.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09571

THAKKAR, Amritlal V.

6

Conveys personal news and makes certain suggestions about various persons and financial arrangements.

000025222

30.04.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

4

Do not worry on account of differences if any. You go in for training in Mintessorie methods.

000021946

30.04.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

2

Suggests that as her services are not required there, she can come to Gandhiji. Her purity is known to many. Why should she worry as long as Gandhiji does not doubt her ?

000028785

01.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

2

Came here yesterday. If khes has come there and not your Sari it is a mistake etc.

000022770

02.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09571

THAKKAR, Amritlal V.

2

We cannot imitate the method (viz distributing money) to effect conversion as is done by others. Our duty is to serve the Harijans. Hariji may be relieved only if you can.

000022714

02.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07335

VIYOGI HARI

2

Inquires if he can mind the work of propagation of Hindi over and above his present work. In the alternative asks to suggest somebody else's name for the work.

000024735

03.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00713

BAJAJ, Jamnalal

1

I favour Shri Mannarayan. Some instructions regarding Wardha property.

000028786

04.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

2

Post comes here late at night. So there is no delay in replying. I am well looked after.

000027852

04.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02389

PATTANI, Prabhashankar (Sir)

2

Inquires if accomdation can be provided for Balkoba at Gopanth or some were else.

000028787

05.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

4

I can easily walk the distance from Wardha to Seagon. Here the life is quite natural as we depend upon local produce only. Sorry your Lucknow parcle has been mis directed do accept nomination to the jullunder municipality.

000024736

05.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00713

BAJAJ, Jamnalal

1

We need not go in for it unless we know the party throughly.

000027853

05.05.1936

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

02389

PATTANI, Prabhashankar (Sir)

3

Would you help the Hindi Prachar in the South by buying some copies of the book and danating for distribution in the South ? What do you think about socialists ? Gandhiji is now trying the experiment of living in a village !

000021947

06.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

1

Desires her to act as Dr. Ansari advises the first thing is to get well.

000025213

06.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

2

Do not stand on ceremony. I am alright you do improve your health.

000031756

07.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

REference to Amtuk Salam and Dr. Ansari. Leelavati and BalwantSingh may join Mira at Seagon to help her as the Latter was to take unnalal shah also for help.

000022534

07.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08148

MALKANI, N. R. (Prof.)

2

Gandhiji agrees that appeasing Rukmani would mean that Umtul Aslam and many others persons should be banished from the colony. That cannot be However if Umtul Aslam has to leave on account of health it is a different matter.

000022533

07.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08150

MALKANI RUKMANI

1

Advises to help her husband in his work and not to trouble Umtul Aslam.

000031757

08.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

1

Reference to Jamnlal Bajaj in connection with the road through the village.- Advice to Mira not to worry and not to overwork herself so far as the construction of Gandhiji's cottages at Seagon was concerned.

000022408

08.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07626

RAJBHOJ, P. N.

1

Advises to be expert in chappal making.

000028788

09.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

6

We had enough sleeping accomodation. Except for heat the journey was enjoyable.I collected for Harijan cause. Did you get your parcels ? I hope you could refute arguments of preachers of artificaial birth control.

000031144

09.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08932

FULCHAND BHAI

2

(1) Feels native states (DESHI RAJYA) should develop their own strength to fight away any oppression ZULAM violently or non- violent . But feels Bri. interference better than becoming helpless & Losing humanhood. (2) Gives his view re: functioning of Kathiawar Political Conference.

000029905

09.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08792

NEHRU, Rameshwari

2

Gives news & invites to talk at Nandi Durg.

000009755

10.05.1936

01340

GANDHI, Kasturba (Mrs.)

01811

RAMIBEN

1

Manu has come up as expected. Any news about Harilal ? Hope Kunverji would attempt to secure the same. cannot understand his conversion to Islam. Last time he met, he was in a hopeless condition. He asked for money and we refused to give as it was sure to go to drinks.

000025230

10.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

3

I have never failed to reply your letter. I do not know why my letters do not reach you. There is nothing wrong in learning montessoorie methods especially as JaiPrakash wishes. Then news of health and others.

000028285

11.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

4

We village workers must not hanker after telegrams and daily letters. Sorry Dr. Ansari is no more: I could climb hill without fatigue. The place is very beautiful and quiet.Do look after simala sanitation but not move the Municipality Also?

000024436

11.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08340

KRISHNACHANDRA

2

Better if you can get rid of your fad for books. If any religious book is required you can obtain from me. Which book can surpass Ramayana, Gita and Ishopnishad ? Balkrishna's fever is rather worrying. Mahadev will accompany me.

000025223

13.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

2

Go to Shrinagar and improve your halth. We are a lot here and will stay for about a month.

000031758

14.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

Gandhiji's impersonal love demands that Mira should not be with but continue her work where she is. -Reference to Kumarappa and Shanta Sardar Patel's health is improving. Gandhiji is deeply pained due to Dr. Ansari's death Reference to Gandhiji's hut which is under construction Also reference to BalwantSingh and Munnalal.

000024411

14.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08340

KRISHNACHANDRA

2

Gandhiji's views about Quinine, neem leaves, milk diet, morning brakfast, Naturopaty-remedies and weekly fasts.

000028286

14.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

2

Smila is dusty.Here there is no dust. Take care of your health.

000022737

14.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09571

THAKKAR, Amritlal V.

4

Informs that Gandhiji had received assurance that work will not suffer in Madras for want of finances. Suggests some arrangements about staff. Advises to give work to Umtul Aslam for that will make her happy.

000033599

14.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

1

Sending good wishes for the bride and the bridegroom. Other papers are also there: Kanu doing well.- doing good work : I see a bright future for him. Kusum is also well. We will be here in Msyore till 15th. so, Kusum will not be able to return there before 20th or 22nd.

000031299

14.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08091

LILAVATI

2

Calling her rash & impatient disapproves her adventure which hurt her leg. Reassures that he (G) will take her to Segaon.

000023504

14.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08233

BALVANTSINH

2

Approves of his going to Sevagram. Advises to serve Miraben.

000027965

15.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08608

BARR, F. Mary (Miss)

6

Tara died at Rashikesh. She was a noble soul Tell Miss Maddaen not to be very quick in changing her mode of life. Then follow description of Nandi Hill and Gandhiji's entourage.

000023249

15.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09707

DASGUPTA, Satish

4

Advises to have an organised treatment for cholera cases. Desires to suggest ways and means of making the khadi exhibition less expensive; Advises to move to different places if that enables him to maintain his health.

000009093

15.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01779

PARIKH, Narahari D.

2

Lakhatar is not the proper place for Sumitra. The Credit note of Rs.13583-4-0 is meant for your file. The climate here is good and the place unique.

000021948

17.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

1

Regrets Dr. Ansari's death and says it is God's will. So let us not worry. Why should a believer in God be afraid of death ? Advises her to go where she likes. Hope she is taking medicine prescribed by the doctor.

000028287

18.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

5

We lament but should know that only the body has perished and not the soul. Mira is busy and happy looking after erection of my hut in Segaon Do tell me frankly what Kallenback told you about me.

000031759

18.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

4

Dr. Ansari's death a shock to Gandhiji. Mysteries of Life and death. To overcome the grief of death one has to be indifferent towards one's own self through selfless service. Prayer and right living are keys to know God's will. REference to the progress of hut construction and land purchase near Seagon for Mira's hut. With the help of BalwantSingh and Munnalal her hut can come up at the lowest cost. Sardar Patel's health is better. REference to Shanta and Kumarppa.

000024066

18.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08305

CHANDIWALA, Brijkrishna

4

Gandhiji worried about his (the correspondent's) health. Advises him to give up all work and mind only his health. Asks him to inform Nair that Gandhiji has enough work for him.

000025229

18.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

1

Inquires about her health and movements.

000023015

18.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

05360

GURJALE, G. V.

1

Advises to live like a villager and engage labour only if it is productive.

000021949

18.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

1

Why Bapu wrote was for your good. So why quarrel with him ?

000028288

19.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

2

As all the fuses are burnt up we are in barkness Only a wick light for me etc.

000022772

19.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09571

THAKKAR, Amritlal V.

3

OPines that the Christian propaganda should be exposed and that we overselves should do as much service of the Harijans as possible. Informs that he has retained a certain donation at his own disposal. Doest not favour allowing the women's servants of India to use the building vacated by Suraj Behn.

000009726

19.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01811

RAMIBEN

1

Yours received. Shall call Manu after I reach Wardha. She can go there even now as Nimu is there:

000024065

20.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08305

CHANDIWALA, Brijkrishna

1

Advises him to keep aloof from labour problem as it is beyond his ability.

000028289

20.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

4

You alone can decide how best to utilize your time. Purity in dealings is the soul of public life.

000031760

21.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

Mira laid down with high malarial fever. Gandhiji advises her to take rest and not to worry about the construction of his as well as her hut. Gandhiji disturbed by Tara's death. He pays tributes to her. - Reference to BalwantSingh Munnalal and Mahadevi.

000030528

21.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08812

SHAH, Munnalal

1

You got appropriate work as when you arrived Miraben was really hard pressed.

000026617

21.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10439

GANDHI, Manilal & Sushila

4

Come if you can afford and arrange for work there: "Indian Opinion" may be discontinued if people do not want it. Sushila should reduce her fat. News about Nandi Durg Party.

000024737

21.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00713

BAJAJ, Jamnalal

2

Inquires about his health and diet, exercise etc.

000031300

21.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08091

LILAVATI

2

advises to keep patient in all circumstances. advises to use hand made papers & other country made things. Makes inquiries & gives his news.

000031761

22.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

Mira laid down with malaria. Gandhiji expects her quick recovery. She should not worry about the construction of huts.

000027966

24.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08608

BARR, F. Mary (Miss)

2

She made a will in my favour. Do you know her relatives are ? I have heard from Miss Madden desiring to take up village work.

000033600

24.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

1

This was Prema's first letter after recovering from illness. Marriage ceremony must have passed off without any difficulties. Did Balakrishna go to Chorwad ? Kusum is doing well. goes for walk with me. We will leave here on 31st May. We will go to Bangalore and stay there for 14 days.

000031762

24.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

Gandhiji hopes for Mira's speedy recovery. He advises her to take rest preferably at sea side in Saurashtra.

000031763

24.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

Mira now free from fever. Gandhiji asks her to take plenty of oranges and take rest at a sea side place. Gandhiji advises to keep the cost of hut construction at the lowest with the minimum requirement.

000030527

24.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08812

SHAH, Munnalal

2

advises (1) to enrich himself in company of Miraben, serve & act according to her wish. (2) to learn entire procesSingh of cotton from Balvant Singh.

000025226

24.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

2

I cannot understand why my letters did not reach you. There should be no shyness in consulting your father about various matters.

000024222

25.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08317

BHUJANGILAL

2

Advises (1) not to write with pencil and (2) to be patient and pure which alone will enable him to win over his father.

000024738

25.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00713

BAJAJ, Jamnalal

2

News and inquires about Various persons.

000031764

26.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

Gandhiji agrees that if Mira feels happy at Seagon she should take rest over there: He also approves of two plans of his hut drawn by her.

000022686

26.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07335

VIYOGI HARI

2

Sends blessings to the couple. Advises that it should be made clear in the press that the Harijan Sevak Sangh has nothing to do with this marriage.

000031765

27.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

4

Reference to two plans for the fenced yard. Gandhiji advises not to plan for Mahadev's hut because of the expenses. Reference to Jamnalal Bajaj. To take precaution for the rainy season before having final building plans. Mention about Gandhiji's stay in Banglore:

000028542

28.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08666

RAJKISHORI

1

Do not go back to the Mahila Ashram if you do not wish to be.

000028789

28.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

9

Do not overfeed famished brother. Kallenback is not reported correctly about what I might have said. Take care of your health. I did not know your note regarding Lucknow exhibition was not to be published.

000022208

28.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

5

Feels afraid to write to her as she looks at everything Gandhiji writes, with suspicions says Thakkar Bapa is a loving creature: Advises not to be upset if others misunderstand her.

000031766

29.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

Mira at Seagon. Gandhiji hopes to get walls and roof of the hut constructed before the rains. But no strain should be taken for that.

000030526

29.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08812

SHAH, Munnalal

1

advises to learn to live in village despite its heavy rain & wind. Says City dwellers too have invonveniencies. Presently we neither belong to city nor village, hang inbetween.

00031774a

30.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

3

Instruction pertaining to the details of the hut. Nira not to go to the sea side. Gandhiji hopes to reach Warsha by 15th june. REference to Harilal's conversion to Islam.

000025231

30.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

3

Do respect JaiPrakash's wish about your learning the Montessoorie methods. Inquiries about others and gives news of the inmates.

000024378

30.05.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08239

CHIMANLAL

4

Wondering at the stubbornness of his illness. Advises to await result of the syoum expects her to make her body sound referring to his split with Narandas advises to forget his fault and forgaine and remain tranquilled.

000031768

01.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

Gandhiji happy about Mira's health. Sardar patel with a bad cold. Reference to Harilal's conversion. Mira's hut at Varoda a local Simla.

000028790

01.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

4

Here it is warm compared to Nandi but otherwise it is O. K. Your enveloope is good but do not waste time over it.Harilal has taken to Islam a result of greed for sensation and money.

000023250

01.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09707

DASGUPTA, Satish

2

Disapproves of neglect of the body regarding the suggestion to have soemthing permanent after each exhibition. Gandhiji feels there are many difficulties e. g. site, finance etc.

000009094

01.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01779

PARIKH, Narahari D.

1

Hope you all are well.

000025804

02.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08443

MAJMUDAR PARIXITLAL L.

1

You and Bapu alone can decide.

000030525

02.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08812

SHAH, Munnalal

1

Understood about the revolt. Just observe where nothing can be done. News about Kanchan, Hiramani etc.

000024739

02.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00713

BAJAJ, Jamnalal

1

Inquires about his health others news.

000028290

04.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

3

I have chosen ivory things as per your advice. If they are not suitable you are to be blamed for asking me to choose.

000031769

04.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

Gandhiji's instructions about the essential things and simple furniture with which the hut is to be equipped. Reference to Lilavati.

000031301

04.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08091

LILAVATI

1

advises to serve Miraben, talk less & busy herself in work.

000028291

05.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

3

Bring the empty bottles etc when you come to Wardha and also the khes. Sorry the Lucknow parcel has been misdirected.

000033601

05.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

6

Kusum wants to learn music under the guidance of Panditji. About the girl's school, we want that it should be self-reliant. If not so, then, it is not a happy sign. Reference to Harilal. Gandhiji satisfied with spinning activity at Rajkot.

000022230

05.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

2

Inquires about her health and diet.

000031770

06.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

1

Gandhiji's instructions to have a provision for a commode for the sake of visitors.

000025232

06.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

3

Maintain health, serve family members etc. etc.

000028292

07.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

2

The business price is low but the selling price should be market price Do follow this principle.

000027967

07.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08608

BARR, F. Mary (Miss)

2

We must wait till we hear from her relatives.

000022229

07.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

2

Conveys news and inquiry about Rukmani's behaviour etc.

000023016

07.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

05360

GURJALE, G. V.

1

Approves of his activities and advises to be economical.

000027968

08.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08608

BARR, F. Mary (Miss)

1

Finish other work before tacking her box.

000026618

08.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10439

GANDHI, Manilal & Sushila

4

We are all bearing well Harilal's taking to Mohmedanism. Do not neglect children etc. etc.

000028791

09.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

3

Vidhya is seva is good but Seva is Vidhya is better VIDYA SEVAYAI is perhaps the best.

000031771

09.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

3

50 carts working at a time must be a record for Segaon. Munnalal and BalwantSingh's presence during Miraben's illness made Gandhiji comfortable.

000032069

09.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

05987

KUMARAPPA

1

Postal envelope bearing Shri Kumarappa's name and his address at Kodaikanal (in Gandhiji's own hand).

000031772

14.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

My mind is there but my body should be here for Harijan's sake. Gandhiji to reach Wardha on Tuesday morning.

000033598

14.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

Kusum must have reached there by now. I don't remember whether I wrote to You that she intends to stay in Sabarmati, to learn music under Panditji, also to seek some job to earn some money. Talk to her in the matter and write to me. Please guide her. She is as delicate as a flower, befitting her name.

000028792

15.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

4

We came here yesterday. I hope to go to Seagon to -morroow. Rameshwari Nehru had a successful tour in Travancore: A box presented to Ba is being sent to you as she has no use for it.

000028293

15.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

2

So now you are in arrears. But do not strain to clear the post. Could you not see that I wanted you to replace a pin of solid gold ? I saw only the carving.

000031773

15.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

1

Gandhiji would bring the "bhaji" with him. But he could without if for some time.

000033603

15.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

3

Schools should be started from the point of the children of the commoners, not with the children of the rich in view. The teacher should give all his time for the school. School can be started even with one teacher and one student. Parents who are financially well- off should pay full fees. Others have liked these ideas. Kanu at Maganwadi. If Kanti goes away, then Kanu may be placed under Mahadev.

000025235

15.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

2

Inquire about life here when you decide to come. Do take proper diet and improve your health.

000025234

15.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

2

If JaiPrakash also agrees with Harenbabu, Kashi may be dropped.

000033604

16.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

4

Purushottam's letter enclosed. Reference to Kusum. Kanu, busy with his work. Starting schools for the children of Harijans or other lower castes.

000028966

17.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08700

PATEL, Vijayaben Narainbhai

1

No room and all discomfort here: You can stay in Wardha.

000028296

17.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

4

Do nor try to clear the post at the cost of your health. My cottage is beautifylly situated and very quite. Bring your mosquitonet when you come.

000022774

17.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09571

THAKKAR, Amritlal V.

2

Instructs to send money to Valujkar Informs that Karsandas expects that the matters regarding building in Vile Parle should be decided by trustees. You may call their meeting.

000021698

17.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08041

SHARMA (Mr.)

3

Khadi is to replace mill cloth. So both should not be exhibited side by side. Khadi has its own theory of economics for India. Do not be hasty in criticizing the workers.

000025568

18.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

05925

LESTER, Muriel ?

5

The Youngman described to me his meeting you. You are ever in my mind but pressure of work here leaves no time to write. You should not fall ill. Do not over work etc. etc.

000023111

18.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07638

HARRISON, Agatha (Miss)

2

Discribes the 'compats' at shegaon where G. now stays Informs that Jawaharlal is tackling the problem of supplying news there:

000028793

19.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

5

True they need improvement but if I give up their use no improvement will be possible. the brooch may be returned when you come I can put up a separate hut if you need it.

000033605

19.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

1

About school, you can take your decision. There is no hurry. I have no doubt about what our duty is. But more often, there are so many obstacles in he way of performing one's duty. Kanu is well.

000022700

19.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08171

MANGAL PRASAD & OTHERS

1

Gives advice to boys.

000021951

19.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

3

Gandhiji accepts all the blame for sending Sharma whom at one time she liked but now dislikes. Kanti was allowed to go to kakasaheb because the letter wanted his services for doing which he was ready. Gandhiji disapproves of what the wrote to her brothers and their wives.

000031535

19.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08091

LILAVATI

2

(1) Asks not to hurry re: coming to Seagon due to lack of proper living arrangements. (2) re: eating spicy & oily food, asks not to go by what Ba does.

000022698

20.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10367

AVTARSINH & 2 OTHERS

2

Silence enables us to keep calm, to save energy and to find time for prayer.

000031536

20.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08091

LILAVATI

2

(1) Suggests to accept Sense which listener derives from our words to help speak thoughtful. (2) re: her staying with G at seagon.

000022531

20.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08148

MALKANI, N. R. (Prof.)

2

Asks for news and desires to know if Thadanis. Theory re vedas is accepted.

000021950

20.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

2

Advises her not to Coin meanings out of what Gandhiji writes.

000028794

22.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

2

Personal matters regarding the brooch ivory box presented to Ba. etc.

000026052

22.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08470

AGRAVAL, KRISHNACHANDRA

2

All naturopaths accept that naturopathy cannot cure all diseases. Take garlic, LUSAN hip bath neem leaves exercise etc.

000029906

22.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08792

NEHRU, Rameshwari

2

Gives Ghanshyamdas News & blessings.

000025233

23.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

2

I cannot bear your being ill. Do take proper diet, exercise etc.

000025803

24.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08443

MAJMUDAR PARIXITLAL L.

1

I have only said that it is still in existence etc.

000024379

24.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08239

CHIMANLAL

2

Body ought to recover. Strict observance of YAM- NIYAM must not tend to illness but faults in their observances may. Tranguility of mind ought not be so difficult for a man constantly thinking if non violence.

000028294

26.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

2

If it rains heavily you may walk part of your way etc.

000027969

26.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08608

BARR, F. Mary (Miss)

3

REad the cheque and the credit note. Do everything to maintain your health.

000029889

26.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08790

KETKAR, G. V.

2

re: difference of opinion on the subject says your discovery should be preferred to my (G's) remarks.

000033606

26.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

1

The enclosed letter is in torn condition. If is from Prema. I have kept the pieces together.

000022699

26.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08170

DEVNANDAN & OTHERS

2

Advises to write very neat handwriting and similarly to have a neat (Clean) mind.

000021823

26.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08077

RAMESHWARDAS

2

Desires Parnekar to go to Delhi and Pileni for Goshala work.

000021991

26.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

4

He who worships God cannot but worship his creations. Rebukes her for her self-conceit and opines that until she reduce herself to nothing. She will not improve.

000032067

28.06.1936

09020

NALIN

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

3

Nalin a student of Gram Sevak Vidhayalaya Maganwali, Wardha sends a complint to Gandhiji tjhat one Shri Pelhawan of Goushala Wardha was practising untonchability. He gave several instances of untonchability is being perpentated by Shri penhalwan.

000031774

29.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08699

MIRABEHN

1

Gandhiji advises Mira to take a lesson from the new experience not to make any experiments.

000031767

29.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

3

Instructions pertaining to the details of the hut. Mira not to go to the sea side - Gnadhiji hopes to reach Wardha by 15th June. reference to Harilal's conversion to Islam.

000023505

29.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08233

BALVANTSINH

2

Sends a bottle of milk with promise to send another next day.

000021737

29.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08061

PURUSHOTTAM BAVISHI

1

No capital will be forthcoming unless success is proved by experiments.

000031775

30.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

1

Suggestion alfornative treatment.

000027854

30.06.1936

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

02389

PATTANI, Prabhashankar (Sir)

1

Ganshiji thinks whatever he said does not deserve to be taken notice of. Do you still want Ganshiji's rection ?

000025237

30.06.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

2

Your daily routine indicates that you have no time for rest by day. And yet you do not get sleep by day. Why ? I am well looked after here:

000031776

01.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

1

Gandhiji would try to reach on 5th is the real date.

000031777

02.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

Mira asked not to come till she is all well. Gandhiji making arrangements to send Bhaje to Mira.

000026619

02.07.1936

00000

"BLANK"

00000

"BLANK"

2

In his Diwali message to "Indian Opinion" Gandhiji desires the people there to remember the starving millions in India.

000021746

02.07.1936

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

08063

BARETO (Dr.)

1

Sends a patient; says that Gandhiji's denture is good though not quite comfortable. Inquires as to when he can have his teeth back which the Doctor deprived him off.

000031778

03.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

1

Gandhiji trying to reach Seagon on Sunday Reference to Mrs. Sanger's speech.

000030523

03.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08812

SHAH, Munnalal

2

Informs of sending sulphur. Hit etc. & asks to spray twice thrice a day on roof etc. gives Lillavati's news.

000025356

04.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08396

BHARATAN

2

I know the persons do not know much of English. You faid me who is suitable.

000031779

04.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

1

Gandhiji hopes to reach on Sunday writing in the midst of a meeting.

000030522

04.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08812

SHAH, Munnalal

1

Informed that he Shall go into Mahar Problem when he comes there:

000024809

06.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08363

BAJAJ, Kamalnayan

2

Giving letter of instructions gives Various of advice to be observed while in England.

000028295

06.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

4

Do look after Malaviyaji but do not overwork your self as he has done. Do keep mum to give rest to your throat.

000027970

06.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08608

BARR, F. Mary (Miss)

1

Nothing wrong in your becoming a voter.

000022778

06.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09571

THAKKAR, Amritlal V.

4

Surprised at Smallness of donation in Bombay. disapproves taking of conditional grant from Government for kodambakam institutions.

000009095

06.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01779

PARIKH, Narahari D.

2

Nimu wants to join Vidyapith for learning English etc. If you can admit her without difficulty, I may send her.

000024810

06.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00390

POLAK, H. S. L.

2

A letter of introduction in favour Kamal Nayan Bajaj.

000023041

06.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07568

ALEXANDER, Horace G.

2

A letter of introduction in favour of Kamala Nayan Bajaj.

000028097

08.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08627

GLADYS

2

Good you are coming. When you are in India do meet Abbas tyabji's family especially his daughter Raihana.

000031902

08.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09003

DESAI, Jivanji D.

1

Gandhiji has gone through the glossary. He takes it for granted that the meanings given in this are as per those given in the Anasaktiyoga.It appeared to him to be good.

000025238

08.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

2

I am worried at your illbess. Now that JaiPrakash has taken a house in Patna go there and improve your health.

000033607

10.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

3

Your letter. I shall make use of your data. Good that you are wedded to Khadi. Khadi is the nucleus of national (basic) education. not everybody understands the real meaning. Kanu's clothes - He is too busy. Kanti and Navin are not there: So Mahadev has to take work from Kanu alone. Manju is progressing well. How is Kusum ? - did she get anything from the travelling ?

000028965

11.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08700

PATEL, Vijayaben Narainbhai

2

Song to please senses can be communicated but that for soul has only to be experienced.

000023782

11.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10397

SAHEBJI MAHARAJ

2

Inquires if he can depute a competent teacher for Wardha tannery where Harijan boys can learn the art of tanning and shoe making. If yes, the terms.

000029623

11.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04285

KALELKAR, Kaka

2

(1) advises Parnerkar's continuing Dhulia Goshala responsiblity. (2) Calls Rameshwardas & Gangaben (his wife) mad- like always quarreling yet con't live apart.

000021953

15.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

4

Operation can be arranged for in Delhi. Am surprised that you listen to all the gossip about my being sorry about you. You can certainly ask for finances from me.

000028297

16.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08609

KAUR, Amrit

2

Come at night if it does not rain otherwise next morning.

000033931

16.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

How is it that you have grown so weak as though you have grown too old ? Take either raw milk, any flour and almonds, cocoanut, gram and lemon. Take any of these things as medicine, not for taste. You should at any cost get over your weakness.

000009096

16.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01779

PARIKH, Narahari D.

1

Nimu went to Bombay.Ramdas wanted her to live with him.

000025227

16.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

2

Keep up your health by proper diet ",Prayer, meditation etc,

000023040

16.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

07568

ALEXANDER, Horace G.

2

Aproves of Agatha's visit to India provided journey expenses to and from India are found there says that expenses in India will be found fron here:

000033608

17.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09804

GANDHI, Narandas

2

I am returning herewith your statement after correction. At present, I shall not be able to go there: Request Sardar (Patel). to come. Necessary announcement may be made after fixing up the name.

000031780

19.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

Mira told not to be in a hurry to come for Gandhiji's statement. - Gandhiji is hard pressed for time.

000031781

20.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

Reference to Mira's oral message through a messeger which no body follows. Mira advised to write instead of sending oral message. REference to the confunsion that prevailed in the Ashram.

000026620

20.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10439

GANDHI, Manilal & Sushila

4

Do not think I wish you to return here: I only said come if you cannot stay there honourably. We are crowded here:

000028543

21.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08666

RAJKISHORI

1

Stay where you like.

000028002

21.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08614

TYAGI

1

Inquires about Balvir's health.

000031784

21.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08750

MIRA

2

Gandhiji was prepared for the news that Mira had not come. Gandhiji's advice for Mira's treatment.

000021954

21.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

2

Makes inquires about Ram Maher.

000028795

22.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08381

KAUR, AMRIT

1

Come to-morrow morning after visiting Mira.

000023783

22.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

10397

SAHEBJI MAHARAJ

4

Requests him to send the mistry at the terms suggested by him. Explains position regarding tools and accomodation for the mistry. Appriciates his invitation to visit Dayalbag, but regrets he cannot do it in near future:

000009097

22.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

01779

PARIKH, Narahari D.

2

I do not worry about the increase of a member. Bhaskar Rao is Vinoba's man. Vinoba is duly informed.

000027855

23.07.1936

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

02389

PATTANI, Prabhashankar (Sir)

1

Gandhiji is in correspondence with the parties. Yes it is true people are apt to cloud the heart in of words.

000025239

25.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

2

Do not fall ill again. When are you going to Patna ?

000029445

26.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08494

TARA

2

Try to stay in the Mahilashram. You can improve your Emglish there: I want you to develop your mind and heart as much as possible.

000027444

26.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

02721

JOSHI, Chhaganlal Nathubhai

2

Look in to the accompanying letter from Harijans of Bhavnagar. today we are in a storm. Let us stick to morality.

000027530

28.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08565

LAXMINARAYANJI

1

I shall see if sitz bath suits me.

000021747

28.07.1936

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

08063

BARETO (Dr.)

2

Gives condolence on the death of Doctor's dog, and sends Miss Mary Barr for teeth treatment. Hopes she will be treated free of charge.

000023247

29.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

09707

DASGUPTA, Satish

2

Inquires about Harijan work and personal news.

000011485

29.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

00546

DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai

1

Herewith a cheque of Rs.200/- to be credited Segaon's account.

000025224

30.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

04979

PRABHAVATI

4

Now that you are in Patna see that both you and JaiPrakash improve you health.

000021955

30.07.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08090

AMTUSSALAAM

2

Let the operation be done there: Take whatever help you need from Devdas whom you considers to be your brother.

000026053

01.08.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08471

AGRAVAL, K. C.

1

Duplicate of 24412

000024412

01.08.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.

08340

KRISHNACHANDRA

1

Do not get discouraged. Success is sure to crown you after many ups and downs Do write to me.

000026621

02.08.1936

00001

GANDHI, M. K.