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Correspondence : 1903 |
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Serial no. |
Date |
From no. |
From Person |
To no. |
To Person |
Pages |
Summary |
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000004023 |
02.01.1903 |
12719 |
TAYOB H. KHAN MAHOMAD |
00130 |
COLONIAL SECRETARY |
1 |
From 1894 to middle of 1901, we have been guided by him, and he has prepared most of our memorials and has been specially called from Bombay. please let us include him. |
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000004031 |
03.01.1903 |
12721 |
BRITISH INDIANS OF NATAL |
00396 |
VICEROY OF INDIA |
4 |
We trust you will not countenance the Commission. Natal has already more than a lion's share in this partnership. If Natal cannot grant Indentured Indians'-right to settle, please advise it to stop immigration. |
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000004030 |
03.01.1903 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1 |
Natal Indians offer hearty congratulations to H.M. the king and expression of deep loyalty on occasion of coronation, Durbar, Delhi. |
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000004024 |
03.01.1903 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1 |
In reply to a deputation of Chamber of Commerce, the Residential Magistrate has stated that coolie licences will not be renewed for next year. |
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000004025 |
06.01.1903 |
00130 |
COLONIAL SECRETARY |
12719 |
TAYOB H. KHAN MAHOMAD |
1 |
He will receive a deputation which should consist of not more than 15 people. Gandhiji who is not a resident of Transvaal cannot accompany supervisor of Asiatics will be present to assist and interpret. |
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000004027 |
07.01.1903 |
12720 |
LT. GOVERNOR TRANSVAAL, P. S. to |
12719 |
TAYOB H. KHAN MAHOMAD |
1 |
After consultation with Mr. Chamberlain, H.E. desires that there should be no change in the arrangements made regarding Gandhiji's presence or Superintendent's absence. |
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000004028 |
07.01.1903 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00130 |
COLONIAL SECRETARY |
2 |
We are too few here to be a danger ! please remove prohibition to owning property. please take us in to Confidence before Legislating. |
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000004026 |
07.01.1903 |
12719 |
TAYOB H. KHAN MAHOMAD |
00130 |
COLONIAL SECRETARY |
1 |
The late South Africa Republic was hostile and still he was allowed to represent us. We protest against official restraint due to the super's imposition. |
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000004029 |
12.01.1903 |
00193 |
BIRD, C. [Principal Under-Secretary] |
13477 |
NAZAR, M. H. |
1 |
As requested a cable was despatched to secretary of state for India. I enclose a copy of the cable and an account of its transmission. |
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000004033 |
23.01.1903 |
12723 |
PRAGJI ODHAVJI |
12722 |
VYAS, GAURIBHAI P. |
2 |
The enclosing cutting from 'Natal Witness' will show that a bill has been rushed through Natal Legislation which prohibits owing etc. of property. please ask Gandhiji to draft an appeal to the Governor. |
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000004034 |
23.01.1903 |
12506 |
BHAYAT, Amod |
00275 |
NATAL INDIAN CONGRESS |
1 |
Please send us a draft of petition to the Governor regarding the decision against Asiatics. please send it soon. |
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000004032 |
25.01.1903 |
12722 |
VYAS, GAURIBHAI P. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
3 |
I send you herewith (1) a letter of P.O. munim of Bhayat sheth of Pmburg (2) Natal Witness's extract of 20th. (3) a letter to Natal Indian Congress Secretary. |
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000004035 |
30.01.1903 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
12724 |
PRO. INDIANS IN LONDON |
2 |
He shares the fear of the Colonists here, that unless indentured Indians are returned South Africa will be swamped by Indians. Indenture would be unadulterated slavery. The solution is prohibition of emigration to Natal. |
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000004036 |
30.01.1903 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
11 |
Some Lawyer's opinion, more as a politician than as a lawyer, on the laws regarding Indians A brief for the Indian Case through out. |
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000004037 |
02.02.1903 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1 |
Received pound 46-6-9 in payment of your Bill due to-day (Received by Africa Bank Corporation, Johannesburg). Purchase of lots by the two. |
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000023792 |
06.02.1903 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
10399 |
CALDER |
1 |
Informs that the enclosures with his letter were not reveived. |
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000004038 |
09.02.1903 |
00193 |
BIRD, C. [Principal Under-Secretary] |
13477 |
NAZAR, M. H. |
1 |
His Majesty (the King) is pleased to command that his thanks and appreciation of Loyalty be conveyed to you. |
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000004039 |
18.02.1903 |
13477 |
NAZAR, M. H. |
00349 |
TOWN CLERK |
1 |
My services are at the disposal of the Town Lands Committee. I thank the Town Council, for dealing with the matter so promptly. |
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000025865 |
23.02.1903 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08404 |
GOKHALE, Gopal Krishna |
1 |
The trouble here is serious and I am likely to be detained. We have interviewed chamberlain. Please do there all that you can. |
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000025866 |
23.02.1903 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
4 |
In the statement Gandhiji gives an idea of the repercussions of Chamberlain's visit. It speaks both ways. We hope the British Government will look at the things impartially. There is no danger if Indians Swamping these colonies and so there is not case for creating locations for them. |
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000004040 |
25.02.1903 |
12725 |
DURBAN TRAMWAYS, Manager |
13477 |
NAZAR, M. H. |
1 |
I do not countenance any such action as the one complained of , and I have given instructions to check the same. |
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000004042 |
19.03.1903 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1 |
The evidence clearly proved that the Defendant woman was brought here as an Indentured Indian, and so she should pay the Licence of 3 pound. |
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000004043 |
20.03.1903 |
12726 |
NUNDY, E[ADVOCATE] VERULAM |
13477 |
NAZAR, M. H. |
1 |
His 'Judgement' was practically what he wrote as reasons for it. He thought it best to shirk giving opinion, on points of law or questions of fact. |
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000004041 |
20.03.1903 |
12726 |
NUNDY, E[ADVOCATE] VERULAM |
00275 |
NATAL INDIAN CONGRESS |
1 |
I Send you herewith a copy of the reasons given by the Acting Magistrate for conviction. The Case should be taken on appeal. Natal Indian Congress Paying for it. |
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000023901 |
22.03.1903 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08273 |
WEDDERBURN, William (Sir) |
1 |
Informs where Suleman Ismail's store which was closed forcibly was situated and that the protest to the Lt. Governot has not yet been replied to. |
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000023933 |
24.03.1903 |
08271 |
NAOROJI, Dadabhai |
08289 |
HAMILTON, George (Lord) |
1 |
A plea to do justice to the Indians while the areas are still crown colonies so that the onus of creating hardships when they become self governing colonies later on. will be on them. |
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000023875 |
30.03.1903 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08271 |
NAOROJI, Dadabhai |
1 |
Enclose a statement of political position. Informs that of £ 20 were sent to East London. |
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000023876 |
30.03.1903 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08271 |
NAOROJI, Dadabhai |
1 |
Sends the periodical statement. Requests not to take any action on the enclosed note as it is a result of exasperated feelings and as it is not issued by him. |
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000004044 |
17.04.1903 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1 |
I think the definition of " Indentured Indians" given in Section 18 of Law 25, 1891, does cover a woman. The definition is not nullified by a later amendment regarding wages. |
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000004045 |
20.04.1903 |
12727 |
COHEN, N.M.& LEVY, N. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
The Solicitors of the sellers are now ready to give transfer to Budree Jeram Singh etc. |
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000004046 |
22.04.1903 |
12728 |
DOUGLAS W. |
13477 |
NAZAR, M. H. |
1 |
Mrs. caine and her family desire me to express their thanks for your sympathetic telegram on the Death of Mr. Caine. |
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000004047 |
22.04.1903 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1 |
He publicly married a Dutch woman who was converted to Islam Now he is to be charged, go he guilty ? Can he now get the marriage registered ?etc. |
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000004048 |
24.04.1903 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
6 |
There is no provision for it here; and the marriage is Likely to be declared in valid. Moosa and his wife have not committed a crime having acted bonafide, but if they continue to Live together it may have serious effect. |
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000004049 |
28.04.1903 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
2 |
Declaration of Purchaser Ramdayal (an Indian) of stand no. 307 (lot 3) now known as Edendale estate from H.H. for pound 26. |
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000004054 |
30.04.1903 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
12732 |
DUMAT, F.C. |
1 |
My clients tell me that you are preparing transfers in the matter. when will they be handed to them? They are anxious to get them soonest. |
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000004052 |
30.04.1903 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
12730 |
ACUTT'S ARCADE, Manager |
1 |
I enclose Herewith a cheque for pound 103-0-9 in payment of p/ns due to Budree, Jeram Singh and Dobree. Kindly return p/ns duly discharged. |
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000004050 |
30.04.1903 |
00275 |
NATAL INDIAN CONGRESS |
12729 |
WHITE LEAGUE |
1 |
You promised to intervene if the old laws were enforced against Indians who are British Subjects, and added that you dimmed these at the Chinese only. |
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000004051 |
30.04.1903 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
2 |
Legal declaration informing that stand no 69 is jointly owned by Budree and 10 others, but that Budree is the manager and attorney of the whole. |
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000004053 |
30.04.1903 |
12731 |
ACCOUNTANTS DURBAN VENTURE SYN |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
I duly received your cheque for which I enclose p/ns discharged. |
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000004055 |
01.05.1903 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
5 |
3 pps. of D.Tailor Promising to r. Curie pound 43-15-0 each. One bill full charge pound 18-1-6. One statement showing amounts due to Indians (Budree and D.Taylor) by G.C. Jameson. |
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000004056 |
03.05.1903 |
12733 |
DUMAT & DAVIS |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
We cannot give transfer to your clients, until the diagrams of the sub-division of lots in Atholl are confirmed by the surveyor. |
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000025867 |
10.05.1903 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08404 |
GOKHALE, Gopal Krishna |
2 |
The situation is worsening. The real fight should be against legislation based on colour both regarding immigration and also holding property. Please do what you can. |
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00023918A |
11.05.1903 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1 |
Report of public meeting protesting against anti-Indian legislation. |
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000004064 |
19.05.1903 |
12737 |
HIRACHAND PRAGJI |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
3 |
I have appointed Dungarsey Morarji as administrator. He must consult you. Please do the needful. Has some of his property been looted in the war? |
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000004057 |
01.06.1903 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
12734 |
BARMAN & G., Messrs |
2 |
My clients did not know that the law was in force than. My clients propose that the lots be resold. Any excess accruing to my clients. If no excess your clients should return the amount with 8% interest. |
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000004059 |
01.06.1903 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
12732 |
DUMAT, F.C. |
1 |
In spite of my reminder I am still without a reply to my letter of the 11th, Legal proceedings will be taken if transfer is delayed. |
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000004058 |
01.06.1903 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
12732 |
DUMAT, F.C. |
1 |
I regret you have not replied to my letter of the 11th. My client is suffering loss as he is being kept out of his title. |
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00004055A |
02.06.1903 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
12734 |
BARMAN & G., Messrs |
1 |
Iam still without any reply to my letter regarding transfers. Pleae let me know your clients intention. |
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000004060 |
23.06.1903 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
4 |
Any lease that requires registration against title deeds is fixed property and so cannot be given to Indians who can have lease of less than 10 years because it is not required to be registered. |
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000004061 |
29.06.1903 |
12735 |
CHIEF SECRETARY FOR PERMITS |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
As requested I forward herewith the necessary permit to khedoo and Budree to return to this colony after visiting natal. |
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000024361 |
30.06.1903 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08338 |
HARIDASBHAI |
6 |
I am glad that Harilal is now out of danger. He may be sent Herewith Chhaganlal. Due to pressure of public work it will not be possible to return by the end of the year as per my promise to Mrs. Gandhi. I should therefore be either allowed to recede from the promise or she should come here: |
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000004062 |
30.06.1903 |
12717 |
MAYOR OF DURBAN |
12736 |
CADIR, Abdool |
1 |
I beg to acknowledge the receipt of your letter of the 26th instant forwarding your resolution of 23rd idem. |
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000028107 |
03.07.1903 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08628 |
KHANDERIA, MOHANLAL M. |
2 |
My advice is not to go in for business It would domoralize you Better invest in fixed property. |
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000025868 |
04.07.1903 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08404 |
GOKHALE, Gopal Krishna |
2 |
Things are getting worse. The Europeans in general are not very keen but there are some who in the name of public send on anti Indian petition and the Government takes them seriously. Please aGitate there: |
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000004063 |
06.07.1903 |
12136 |
DUNGARSHI MORARJI |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
His houses are extant but some proper arrangements must made for collection of rent and other dues. I will pay charges for claims made good. |
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000028108 |
07.07.1903 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08628 |
KHANDERIA, MOHANLAL M. |
2 |
If you keen you may go in for business but you will have to obtain license from Government. I cannot use my influence if it means going against law. |
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000004067 |
21.07.1903 |
12136 |
DUNGARSHI MORARJI |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
The enclosed shows a detailed statement of Dharamsey Prgjee's effects. Indians of Barberton who remained there misappropriated the property and informed the authorities that Dharamsey pragjee left nothing behind. |
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000004068 |
21.07.1903 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1 |
None knew then that Indians could not own property expect in Locations. Questions for the counsel (1) Can the enhancement in price go to Indians (2) Can they get damages for breach of transfer etc. |
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000004069 |
24.07.1903 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
2 |
The Sale is void. Buyers can only demand amount actually paid and interest from the date of demand and nothing more: |
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000004070 |
30.07.1903 |
12733 |
DUMAT & DAVIS |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
We shall communicate with our clients regarding this matter and advise you what they will be prepared to do. |
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000004071 |
06.08.1903 |
12739 |
SUPREME COURT |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
Your letter has been referred to the Residential Magis trate of Barberton who will directly communicate with you. |
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000004072 |
07.08.1903 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
12136 |
DUNGARSHI MORARJI |
1 |
Probably I have not replied. I was hopping to get an official reply which has now been received. His case has been sent to Barberton. |
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000004066 |
09.08.1903 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
11 |
The first document conferring powers of attorney to Hirachand Pragji, and who in the 2nd confers same to Dungarshi Morarji, also, a list of Pragjee's claim including rent p/ns and a deed of sale to him etc. |
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000004073 |
10.08.1903 |
12740 |
DELY & DEKOCK ESTATE VALUATORS |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
Your letter will be placed for consideration before the Doornkraal Syndicate which will be held on the 14th. |
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000004075 |
11.08.1903 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1 |
Stands 13 and 14 with small iron buildings. stands reverted back to Government as taxes were not paid. No trace of buildings. No other property. |
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000004074 |
11.08.1903 |
12741 |
ACTING RESIDENTIAL MAGISTRATE |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
Please send me Death Notice and Inventory completed, which I will transmit to the Supreme court to expedite settlement. see Encl. |
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000004092 |
13.08.1903 |
12742 |
SUPERINTENDENT OF ASIATICS |
12743 |
AKOOJEE |
1 |
He will be given a permit to proceed to Pretoria when the turn of his application for disposal comes. |
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000004077 |
19.08.1903 |
12741 |
ACTING RESIDENTIAL MAGISTRATE |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2 |
Although the proclamation does not cover such a case, you should send in a declaration detailing the circumstances of his death to expedite settlement |
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000004065 |
21.08.1903 |
12738 |
MEDICAL SUPERINTENDENT |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
Please find enclosed a copy of the death certificate as requested in your letter of 21-8-1902. |
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000004096 |
22.08.1903 |
12737 |
HIRACHAND PRAGJI |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
5 |
Haridas writes to me that he sent the P/ns and documents regarding dues to Dharamsey Pragji and Dharamsey Pragjiee's house purchase deed to Dungarshi. please do the needful. |
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000004076 |
25.08.1903 |
12136 |
DUNGARSHI MORARJI |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2 |
If the buildings are let, money due by him can gradually be repaid and his heirs may also profit. If they are sold by Government the amount would be too small. |
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000004078 |
27.08.1903 |
12733 |
DUMAT & DAVIS |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
Now that my clients know that your client is a British Indian, they cannot transfer the estate. They will refund the price without interest. |
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000004079 |
02.09.1903 |
12733 |
DUMAT & DAVIS |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
Your of 29th August. My client was not aware that your client was a British Indian till you brought the fact to our notice. |
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000004081 |
03.09.1903 |
12733 |
DUMAT & DAVIS |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
Our client refuses to entertain any claim for interest on moneys deposited as purchase price. We are prepared to accept summons. |
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000004080 |
03.09.1903 |
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