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Correspondence : 1911 |
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Date |
From no. |
From Person |
To no. |
To Person |
Pages |
Summary |
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000005205 |
01.01.1911 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
3 |
Two specimen copies of Gandhi's Bill of Charges to Messrs East India Trading Company, and Dada Osman. |
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000005206 |
01.01.1911 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1 |
Balance sheet of 1910 showing a loss of Pound 223 and odd. |
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00005241B |
01.01.1911 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
3 |
Text of the Act of 1906 of the Cape. |
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000005210 |
01.01.1911 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
4 |
(1)Education Test makes passing impossible (2)Wives and Children of domiciled Asiatics become "Prohibited" etc. [Harsher than the Natal and Cape Laws : Handwriting seems to be that of Mr. Ritch] |
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00005241C |
01.01.1911 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
11 |
Act of 1903 also Amended Act of 1906. Act. |
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00005241A |
01.01.1911 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
3 |
Text of your Act of 1906. Any person who can satisfy Immigration officer by writing and signing an application in English can enter. |
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000005203 |
05.01.1911 |
06718 |
ANANDLAL |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2 |
My father will not permit so I have decided to go to South Africa without his permission. I try to keep up Phoenix ideals here: |
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000009528 |
08.01.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
01806 |
GANDHI, Chanchalben |
6 |
I and Ba are glad to receive your long and interesting letter. Havilal will be released tomorrow. He will also be yoceased. I wish that you should not put on ornament ever to pamloev public opinion. Real ornaments are character and chastity both of which you do possess. |
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000005204 |
19.01.1911 |
14386 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
4 |
Will you continue passive resistance for that case only - if all other points are gained ? |
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00005206A |
23.01.1911 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
4 |
What are the chances of an appeal in Hoosaing's case ? When out of 6 members 4 were persent and I voted in his favour ? Opinion : Though no reasonable certainty of success worth wile to take the risk. |
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000005211 |
01.02.1911 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
3 |
Three specimens of Bills of the International Printing Press [Gandhi's Press] which publishes "Indian Opinion" |
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000005207 |
11.02.1911 |
12957 |
POLAK, Maud (Miss) |
00416 |
GANDHI, Chhaganlal K. |
1 |
We shall get Pound 65/- the expected subscription for the fund. Ritch is leaving England for South Africa. Glad you going to India. |
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000005208 |
20.02.1911 |
06718 |
ANANDLAL |
00899 |
GANDHI, Maganlal K. |
6 |
He says that Indians are happier in jail than outside. Phoenix seems to have forgotten me. Gandhi's ideal is thus not realised. |
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00005213B |
20.02.1911 |
06718 |
ANANDLAL |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
It is not certain when I shall come there: |
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00005213A |
20.02.1911 |
06718 |
ANANDLAL |
03512 |
PURUSHOTTAMALAL |
1 |
Conveys personal news. |
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000005213 |
20.02.1911 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1 |
Of International Printing Press - Loss Pound 223-18-6. They have to be made with in one year of the enforcement of Act 36 of 1908 i.e. before 21st September 1909. |
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000005209 |
25.02.1911 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
6 |
"To amend and all the various provincial laws, to provide for an Immigration Department and Regulate Immigration into the Union. |
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000005212 |
28.02.1911 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1 |
Lepin and Lepin's Bill for legal work. Reference to British Indian Association vs. Smuts J. C. and to appeal of Mahomad Chhotabhai. |
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000005395 |
01.03.1911 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1 |
Trial Balance for March 1911. Loss pound 223-18-6. |
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000005214 |
01.03.1911 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1 |
(1)Racial bar by refusing residential right to educated Indians in Free State. (2)Rights of domicile not fully recognised etc. |
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000005322 |
01.03.1911 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1 |
Names of 10 Chinese Satyagrahis - evidently a very incomplete list with a remark by Gandhi as to their prisons. |
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000005396 |
01.03.1911 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1 |
Total collection 3 pound21-7-10. Balance pound 68-14-10 and Polak's collection at the Cape pound 28-17-2. |
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000005219 |
02.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
3 |
With amendments guaranteeing existing rights of India in Natal and Cape, the Immigration will be admirable. |
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000005220 |
02.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14584 |
GOOL, Adam |
1 |
Receive Ritch with due honour. Bill bad for Cape Natal Strenuous opposition necessary. Await letter. |
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000005223 |
02.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
13471 |
GREGOROWSKI, R. |
2 |
The Bill baffles me. I am suspicious of Smuts' intentions. I want your interpretation on the following points. Some of 9 points given. |
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000005221 |
02.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
13838 |
GOOL, Abdul Hamid (Dr.) |
1 |
It is likely to satisfy satyagrahis of Transvaal, but it deprives the Cape and Natal of good many rights. Status quo should be maintained. |
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000005215 |
02.03.1911 |
12683 |
REGISTRAR OF ASIATICS |
13836 |
BURNE & BURNE (Messrs) |
1 |
They have to be made within one year of the enforcement of the Act 36 of 1908 i.e. before 21st September 1909. |
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000005222 |
02.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
13812 |
UNDER SECRETARY FOR COLONIES |
2 |
If those who pass the education test can remain, the Transvaal Struggle can end. But clarity on the point is essential. What about wives of Registered Asiatics ? |
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000005218 |
02.03.1911 |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
01588 |
POLAK, H.S.L. |
1 |
I feel that the Transvaal Struggle will end, but what a terrible thing for Cape and Natal. Herewith draft of wire for Natal to inquire rights of Natal domiciles and their minors etc. |
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000005217 |
02.03.1911 |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
00730 |
RUSTOMJEE, Parsee |
1 |
Polak left for Durban Inform him my long letter regarding Bill will reach Saturday etc. |
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000005216 |
02.03.1911 |
08619 |
GOKHALE |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN ASSOCIATION |
1 |
Wire views new proposals arranging here frustrate Natal move Private Gokhale. |
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000029662 |
03.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08759 |
DOKE, Olive C. (Miss) |
1 |
Inquiries re: her father's (Rev. Doke's)illness |
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000029659 |
03.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08759 |
DOKE, Olive C. (Miss) |
1 |
re: sending Ramdas & Devdas to learn music from her. |
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000005225 |
03.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
13191 |
WEST |
1 |
Everything depends upon its progress. If the Bill is altered for the worse we shall need press-notices on it, so keep them. |
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000005224 |
03.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00130 |
COLONIAL SECRETARY |
1 |
Does the Section 1 contemplate entry of educated Asiatics passing the Educational test enter Transvaal without registration under 36 of 1908 ? |
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000005231 |
04.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
2 |
It shows that your work and Polak's have told. Schreiner's Opinion should be taken if the cape Indians pay for it. Passive Resistance Fund cannot be used for it. |
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000005228 |
04.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14386 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
1 |
Gragorowski R.'s view is dead against the Bill. So no ambiguity should be allowed to remain. Passive Resistance Fund cannot be used for this work. |
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000005233 |
04.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1 |
Inform all extremely satisfactory wire from Smuts coming evening two Sorabjees. |
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000005234 |
04.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00130 |
COLONIAL SECRETARY |
2 |
Thanks for Smuts' assurance, but special mention should be made to exempt Educated Asiatics who pass the test from Transvaal and Free State Laws, also for minors outside Transvaal and wives of residents, passive resistance will stop then. [Date fixed with reference to "Indian Opinion" 18-3-1911. P. 101] |
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000005227 |
04.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00130 |
COLONIAL SECRETARY |
2 |
Thanks for it to Smuts. But Section 7 militates against that interpretation and wives and minors have no protection of common Law. When these 2 points are made clear passive resistance will stop. Please no victimisation. |
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000005232 |
04.03.1911 |
01342 |
NATESAN |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN ASSOCIATION |
1 |
Cable immediately views New Act. Also advise nature future agitation here: |
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000005230 |
04.03.1911 |
14386 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
Strongly urge wire Ritch take Schreiner's Opinion same points. Gregorowski shall be here Monday Tuesday. |
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000005226 |
04.03.1911 |
00130 |
COLONIAL SECRETARY |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
3 |
Asia admitted under educational test will not fall under Registration Law or be restricted to provincial limits. Please end passive resistance and its sufferings which have equally distressed Smuts. |
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000005229 |
04.03.1911 |
12972 |
GREGOROWSKI, R. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
The Draft Act does not aid the Asiatic. He cease to be a prohibited immigrant but in the end he is not better off. |
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000005239 |
06.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1 |
If Smuts does not yield as to the clarification of the points do you think my presence necessary there ? |
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000005236 |
06.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
12957 |
POLAK, Maud (Miss) |
2 |
Passive Resistance will cease if our two points [Act 1907 and free legal entry of educated Indians] are gained even if the Bill be bad in other respects. Ritch and Polak doing splendid work. The Bill very bad for cape and Natal. |
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000005235 |
06.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14386 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
2 |
Registered Transvaal Indians anxious to retain their Natal or Cape domicile should be in Natal or Cape at the time of the enforcement of the Act. |
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000005238 |
06.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14589 |
INDIAN OPINION |
1 |
Translate Bill there, no time. |
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000005237 |
06.03.1911 |
13840 |
SULEIMAN HAJEE |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
Government tries to usurp [also Municipalities] right of ignorant poor Indians to take away their licences. No god leader here: |
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000005248 |
07.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
2 |
Though Smuts is at present reasonable and asserts that the Bill does not affect Natal & Cape Indians rights you should see friends. |
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000005244 |
07.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
13843 |
DOKE, Joseph J. (Rev. Dr.) |
2 |
Our first demand (1907 Act) is granted but the Bill should be amended to allow free legal entry of educated Indians. |
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000005246 |
07.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14386 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
1 |
The Petition herewith. After being duly signed it should be sent to Ritch for presentation if he thinks it necessary. |
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000005242 |
07.03.1911 |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN ASSOCIATION |
14592 |
RITCH, L. W. C/O. GOOL A. |
1 |
Association requests authorises you act regarding the Bill as representing Transvaal. This wire your authority to do so. |
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000005241 |
07.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
13842 |
CAADIR, ABDUL |
1 |
Have already advised Natal and Cape offer stubborn opposition. Transvaal passive resistance may cease and bill turned-to your good advantage if you do your duty. |
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000005240 |
07.03.1911 |
14590 |
CAADIR, (Abdul) |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1 |
Surprise you accept to-day's "Mercury". You ruin Cape Natal be warned in time don't blunder again. |
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000005243 |
07.03.1911 |
13077 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1 |
Community meets discuss Bill agree remain here pending Bill if funds found locally Harold self well Love. |
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000005245 |
07.03.1911 |
02945 |
MINISTER OF INTERIOR |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1 |
The legal questions raised by your counsel are being gone into by Minister with legal advisers. |
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000005247 |
07.03.1911 |
14386 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
Does section 7 take right (of) Natal born Indians going to Cape ? |
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000005254 |
08.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1 |
They will be found from the funds here but Cape and Natal should provide for legal opinion expenses etc. Personal expenses we will bear. |
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000005249 |
08.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
2 |
See Schreiner if Cape Indians pay for Legal Advice. Seek interview, Smuts regarding Transvaal and Natal. |
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000005255 |
08.03.1911 |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
13844 |
DOKE, Joseph J. (Rev. Dr.) |
1 |
The following telegram reflects it - "The Legal Questions raised by your counsel are being gone into by legal advisers" |
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000005257 |
08.03.1911 |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN ASSOCIATION |
14524 |
COLONIAL SECRETARY, P.S. to |
1 |
[Transvaal British Indian] - Association has appointed Mr. Ritch to represent Transvaal Indians regarding Immigration Bill. |
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000005256 |
08.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
01588 |
POLAK, H.S.L. |
1 |
I do not think that they are protected under section 7. Colonial - born Indian will find it entry into Cape debarred except under Educational Test. |
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000005252 |
08.03.1911 |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
01588 |
POLAK, H.S.L. |
1 |
Do not publish correspondence with Smuts. |
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000005253 |
08.03.1911 |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
01588 |
POLAK, H.S.L. |
1 |
Think rights not cancelled, but such persons entering Cape by sea subject to educational Test. Ask Ritch to ascertain from Smuts their legal position. |
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000005251 |
08.03.1911 |
01588 |
POLAK, H.S.L. |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1 |
May we publish Transvaal Correspondence with Smuts. |
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000005250 |
08.03.1911 |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
Meeting to decide attitude. I have informed Natal Cape that I will not move unless fund first placed my hands. |
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000005264 |
09.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14386 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
1 |
It is a pleasant surprise. Those who till now were using butter will now be using harder substances. I am not all enamoured of the idea of Indian emigration to Argentine. |
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000005263 |
09.03.1911 |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
13077 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1 |
Your wire fills me with hope. Herewith copies of wire just despatched. Evidently Oom Jami fears Bogeyman Ritch. |
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000005260 |
09.03.1911 |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
13077 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1 |
General Smuts telegraphs declining recognise you saying he has always freely received Indian. Sending you copy wire to Smuts. |
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000005261 |
09.03.1911 |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN ASSOCIATION |
13043 |
MINISTER OF INTERIOR DEPT. |
3 |
He is at Cape Town, Indian Transvaal Leaders for away. He is S. A. domicile and old representative. Appointed to help progress of the Bill. |
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000005262 |
09.03.1911 |
13077 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1 |
Cape Community United at last. |
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000005259 |
09.03.1911 |
02945 |
MINISTER OF INTERIOR |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN ASSOCIATION |
1 |
As Smuts always freely received Indian Leaders and their views he declines to recognise Ritch as representative of S. A.Indians. |
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000005258 |
09.03.1911 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1 |
I consider it a distinct effort to approach a solution. A Solution of the problem in a fair spirit. Needs some clarification. [M.P.="Morning Post"] |
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000005272 |
10.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
5 |
Enclosed the Petition which you may present through Transvaal members if you think proper. I do think proper. Do attend second reading. |
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000005274 |
10.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1 |
You entire stranger, Indian Representation carefully considered. Smuts adds that no use anybody coming, so I don't come. |
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000005267 |
10.03.1911 |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN ASSOCIATION |
12867 |
SMUTS, J. C. |
2 |
My Association is grateful (to you) for your assurances. Mr. Ritch was deputed for helping you. The Association trusts minors will be protected and Educated Asiatics granted free legal entry by amendments. |
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000005271 |
10.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14386 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
1 |
Your letter "magnificent". I agree with you that the Transvaal right cannot be taken away but Natal right of domicile is annulled. |
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000005266 |
10.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14224 |
BUDREE |
1 |
You will get all information from Polak. For the present you aught not to think of coming here: The struggle is not over yet. |
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000005273 |
10.03.1911 |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN ASSOCIATION |
00261 |
LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY |
4 |
(1)Right of Educated Asiatics to reside be clearly recognised. (2)Protection of wives and Minors hitherto enjoyed should be provided now use also etc. |
|
000005268 |
10.03.1911 |
13077 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1 |
Impression prevails here Transvaal Indians satisfied. Wire statement your view. |
|
000005270 |
10.03.1911 |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1 |
If Minister persists perhaps advisable you come. No danger measure passing present form. Pushing ahead. |
|
000005265 |
10.03.1911 |
09531 |
SECRETARY FOR INTERIOR |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN ASSOCIATION |
2 |
Ritch is an entire stranger, and there is no need to bring him in. Indians may rely that their views will be fully considered. |
|
000005269 |
10.03.1911 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
5 |
Deductions :- (1) Educated Asiatics passing the test need not register under 36 of 1908. (2) No appeal against Government Officers' Decision etc. Laughton's Opinion. (1)Yes, regarding future immigrants. (2)Appeal does lie etc. |
|
000005278 |
11.03.1911 |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN ASSOCIATION |
08710 |
NAIDOO |
1 |
Protest regarding severity educational test. Uncertainty rights of domicile and of wives and minors, as discretion is given to issue certificates. |
|
000005280 |
11.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1 |
Smuts has placed on the Table the correspondence. Get a copy and send it. As per your wire, I have wired to several Members of Legislative Assembly. |
|
000005275 |
11.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1 |
Have sent wires following Quinn, Windham, T.Schreiner, Jagger, W.Shreiner, Chaplin, Duncan, Fitzpatric Farror etc. |
|
000005279 |
11.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14598 |
NATESAN, GOKHALE, DEPUTATION |
1 |
Principle satisfactory but should be amended to exempt educated Asiatics from Registration and to protect wives and minors. Adversely affects cape Natal rights. Deprives them right calling wives clerks etc. |
|
000005276 |
11.03.1911 |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN ASSOCIATION |
13849 |
QUINN, WYNDHAM, SHREINER ETC |
2 |
Does not exempt educated Asiatics who pass test from Registration Act and does not protect wives and minors registered Asiatics. Please amend to end struggle involving 3000 imprison and ruin Asiatics' Homes etc. |
|
000005277 |
11.03.1911 |
08710 |
NAIDOO |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN ASSOCIATION |
1 |
Ritch informs mass meeting. Will be glad of your views on the subject. |
|
000005282 |
13.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1 |
I expect much from the Cape Press. From "Cape Argus's" Leader, I feel that the Bill will be modified to curtail Government's discretion. |
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000005283 |
13.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14386 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
1 |
It is due to their indifference and laziness. They have not studied the Law. After the Bill we will have to present our Bill of Rights throughout the Union and work away for it, leaving me out of account. |
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000005281 |
13.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
12957 |
POLAK, Maud (Miss) |
3 |
If the Bill is properly amended to secure legal equality for educated Indians and protection of wives of registered Asiatics [Not a new point but in defence of existing right]. Satyagraha will stop even if Natal Cape rights remain affected. |
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000005284 |
13.03.1911 |
13121 |
AMPTHILL (Lord) & IMMORTAL (Bombay) |
12957 |
POLAK, Maud (Miss) |
1 |
"Daily Chronicle" leader shows that we were rightly cautious. The suggestion that the Bill is intended to serve the purposes of Imperial Conference alarms me. Please send me news. |
|
000005287 |
13.03.1911 |
14600 |
INTERIOR DEPARTMENT, P. S. to |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN ASSOCIATION |
1 |
I have the honour to inform you that the subject mentioned in your letter is receiving consideration. |
|
000005285 |
14.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1 |
Let us hope for the best. I propose to publish the correspondence regarding yourself and a leader. If you object wire direct to Phoenix. |
|
000005286 |
14.03.1911 |
13121 |
AMPTHILL (Lord) & IMMORTAL (Bombay) |
13834 |
POLAK, Maud (Miss) |
1 |
Thanks for copy of the Cable. I shall ask Government for information immediately. We must first know if Indian leaders are consulted. |
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000005288 |
14.03.1911 |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2 |
Though I do all I can, I am almost indifferent if they "a crowd of naughty squabbling children" suffer for their sins. |
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000005289 |
14.03.1911 |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2 |
They all go to-morrow. I have carefully seen it the demands do not conflict. Alexander deserves thanks for his speech. |
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000005290 |
15.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1 |
We cannot tolerate any uncertainty regarding the wives and minor children. Send me correspondence between Home Government and Indian Government. |
|
000005292 |
15.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1 |
Wire your impression Debate when committee stage. |
|
000005293 |
15.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14386 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
1 |
It is the first thing necessary. I hope you have collected a large amount. I have sent the "Rand Daily Mail" article to West. |
|
000005291 |
15.03.1911 |
13834 |
POLAK, Maud (Miss) |
13121 |
AMPTHILL (Lord) & IMMORTAL (Bombay) |
1 |
I note your intention to know if Indians' objections were considered. I shall do nothing more till I hear from you. |
|
000005303 |
15.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14602 |
RAND DAILY MAIL |
2 |
There is no question of quietly accepting the existing position of British Indians in South Africa We will continue to aGitate till we succeed. |
|
000005299 |
16.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
2 |
Educated Indians should not be subject to the Registration Law of any Province, not of Transvaal alone. Minors within or without the Union have also to be protected. Please sean all amendments because Smuts may act surreptitiously. |
|
00005300A |
16.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1 |
Smuts says :- [SN 5300] suggest your informing [our] supporters complete exemption from all Registration Laws Union necessary to stop resistance Regarding wives also letter evasive. |
|
000005297 |
16.03.1911 |
05603 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja (Miss) AND KALLENBACH |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1 |
Amendment should be that Educated not subject registration laws any province, otherwise Orangia barred and equality violated. Smuts amendment suits a Transvaal Law but not a Union Law. |
|
000005301 |
16.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14601 |
PRETORIA NEWS |
1 |
The Bill meets Transvaal Satyagraha view point and so it will cease if minors fully protected and educated Asiatics allowed free legal entry throughout South Africa. But that does not mean that it is satisfactory from all points of view. |
|
000005296 |
16.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
01588 |
POLAK, H.S.L. |
1 |
Ritch wires Duncan Hunter Jagger ...present petitions. All consider prayer just Outlook most encouraging Not known when reaching committee. |
|
000005302 |
16.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00390 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
2 |
Naidoo sends me for correction the petition drafted by him or Aiyaer. But Aiyer, I distrust very much. He is unscrupulous. |
|
000005298 |
16.03.1911 |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
Smuts moving amendment Registration 1908 Law shall not apply immigrants Transvaal. |
|
000005294 |
16.03.1911 |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
5 |
I think it right to have the exemptions specifically set out in the Bill. I think we shall get what we want. But we most carefully mind the Regulation which I suspect. Ritch agrees with Laughton. |
|
000005295 |
16.03.1911 |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
Duncan presents Transvaal Hunter Natal Jagger Cape Petition all agree prayer. Outlook most encouraging Reuter has cabled. |
|
000005300 |
16.03.1911 |
12867 |
SMUTS, J. C. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
Orangia's Immigration Law is not to be repealed Educated Indians will not be able to reside in Orange without complying with the local Law. |
|
000005312 |
17.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
13077 |
RITCH, L. W. |
2 |
I am much shaken by your news. Cartwright said "That is Smuts. He will placate one White man at the cost of an Empire: " Morley and Crewe's "creditable" despatches show the good work of South Africa British Indian Committee. |
|
000005308 |
17.03.1911 |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
13077 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1 |
Just seen Cart wright clearly approves. There can be no question hair splitting where principle at stake clearly. |
|
000005306 |
17.03.1911 |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
13077 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1 |
Constitution Act chapter 33. |
|
000005311 |
17.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
13077 |
RITCH, L. W. |
2 |
If Educated Asiatic not exempted Free-State also, colour bar in this most insulting (stage) shape will widen area-passive resistance. |
|
000005316 |
17.03.1911 |
13834 |
POLAK, Maud (Miss) |
14471 |
SOUTH AFRICA BRITISH IND.COMMITTEE |
1 |
I enclose for confidential information copy of cable from Gandhi who points out that leaders were not consulted. We should make conciliatory [inquiries] inquires. |
|
000005315 |
17.03.1911 |
13121 |
AMPTHILL (Lord) & IMMORTAL (Bombay) |
13834 |
POLAK, Maud (Miss) |
2 |
In fact it merely asked us to wait and see We shall be able to criticise the correspondence in the Light of Gandhi's cablegram. Enclosed draft. |
|
000005304 |
17.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14603 |
DOKE, Joseph J. (Rev. Dr.) |
1 |
I fear passive resistance shall have to continue. If it is wrong to accept colour Bar in Transvaal Immigration Law, it is wrong to do so in Union Immigration Law. |
|
000005313 |
17.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14386 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
1 |
I hope you have succeeded in rousing our friends there: We are making every preparation. Cartwright disgusted with Smuts. |
|
000005309 |
17.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00532 |
SMUTS |
3 |
It will create colour bar Union Immigration Law. Hope Smuts will implement intention wired to me and exempt from all Registration Laws. Much better drop the Bill and amend only Transvaal Legislation. |
|
000005305 |
17.03.1911 |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
You mean educated immigrants not to be barred Free State despite unrepealed exclusion Law wire reference Law. in question. |
|
000005310 |
17.03.1911 |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1 |
Committee stage remote. Budget first. Advise me Smuts reply your wire I anticipate trouble all around. |
|
000005307 |
17.03.1911 |
13077 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1 |
Supporters deprecate what be regarded hair. Splitting evidence unwillingness settle Think in advisable press point. |
|
000005314 |
17.03.1911 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1 |
In reply to Ampthill's question if Indian leaders were consulted and satisfied regarding the Bill, Government promised to lay the correspondence on the table. |
|
000005317 |
18.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
2 |
He betrays one of these qualities in refusing to see you. Ours is the cleanest fight and one interview would settle everything. |
|
000005319 |
18.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
13858 |
GOOL, Abdul Hamid (Dr.) |
2 |
Ritch writes most despending. Do bestir yourself. Smuts introduces colour bar by not repealing Orangia Law. Remember your apathy prolongs the sufferings of Transvaal passive resisters. |
|
000005320 |
18.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
01588 |
POLAK, H.S.L. |
1 |
I am sending you Natesan's letters to you and me. Ritch's solution should be reproduced in "Indian Opinion". |
|
000005321 |
18.03.1911 |
14605 |
CHINESE ASSOCIATION, Acting Secretary |
02945 |
MINISTER OF INTERIOR |
2 |
Chinese Committee joins British Indian Association in the prayer regarding amendments in the Bill to remove colour and racial bar, to protect minors and wives of Chinese Residents to provide for educated Chinese entry in the Cape even. |
|
000005318 |
18.03.1911 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
4 |
Important correspondence in which Lord Crewe very ably sets forth the Indian Case and Morley J. objects to restriction of Indian rights hither to enjoyed in Cape and Natal "Follow Australia" |
|
000005323 |
18.03.1911 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1 |
Received of Silberbauer Pound 2-15-11 balance regarding Cape Appeal [Chhotabhai Case ?] |
|
000005329 |
20.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1 |
Herewith Smuts letter [SN5300] He wants to conceal his meaning which is to put in our way all sorts of difficulties. It is Smuts. |
|
000005328 |
20.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14386 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
1 |
Even this Bill, it seems, will not settle things Imperial Government will now clearly see what Smuts is and can be. He backs out of a promise. |
|
000005327 |
20.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14606 |
SMUTS, J. C., P.S. to |
2 |
"Asiatic immigration under the New Law will not be restricted to provincial limits" said Smuts and also Lord Crewe. Amplification of the above telegram with an earnest appeal. |
|
000005326 |
20.03.1911 |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
14606 |
SMUTS, J. C., P.S. to |
3 |
If smuts will concede nothing more, passive resistance will continue. No exception taken to educated Asiatics being liable to other disabilities of Asiatics in Orangia. Wives, minors should be specifically protected. |
|
000005325 |
20.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14386 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
1 |
I hope Lord Ampthill's speech at the Ritch reception will be published in "Indian Opinion". Cohan's death is equally a matter of congratulation as it frees him from a living death. |
|
000005324 |
20.03.1911 |
13077 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1 |
Suggest wiring Smuts again request see me. Bill delayed at least to-day to-morrow. |
|
000005335 |
21.03.1911 |
14609 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja (Miss) |
13857 |
GANDHI C/O KALLENBACH |
1 |
He feels very strongly. He considers Gandhi's attitude a distinct breach of promise in view of his dispatch to Crewe regarding Educated Asiatics. He thinks a meeting of Europeans should be called to protest. |
|
000005334 |
21.03.1911 |
02942 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja (Miss) |
14608 |
RITCH, L. W. & POLAK |
1 |
Smuts Wires [SN5331]. |
|
000005330 |
21.03.1911 |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
14607 |
GANDHI (SCHLESIN) |
1 |
Missed train [for Johannesburg ?]. Attending Sorabjee. Much better Send copy Chapter 33 Orangia Polak West Wire news. |
|
000005337 |
21.03.1911 |
02942 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja (Miss) |
01588 |
POLAK, H.S.L. |
1 |
As I telegraphed, Mr. Gandhi missed his train. I have wired you the text of Miss Schlesin's wire and send you copy herewith of chapter 33. |
|
000005336 |
21.03.1911 |
02942 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja (Miss) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
3 |
A typical lovely letter of Miss Schlesin. You want Indians to write in their languages, so I should in mine. Why then don't you rate me for my Gujarati ? |
|
000005333 |
21.03.1911 |
02942 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja (Miss) |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1 |
Ritch yesterday telegraphed [SN5324] following. |
|
000005332 |
21.03.1911 |
02942 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja (Miss) |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
2 |
Smuts wires [SN5331] Wiring Polak Ritch. |
|
000005331 |
21.03.1911 |
14606 |
SMUTS, J. C., P.S. to |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1 |
Favourably considering questions. Women children residents but your attitude Free State quite unfair. Indians never claimed entry there: This new claim alone blocks settlement. |
|
000005341 |
22.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1 |
Think inconsistent... Responsibility for the insult is his but if you still think wire should be sent it will be. |
|
000005339 |
22.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
2 |
Smuts wires [SN5331] Am repeating my reply (5340). Your Criticism good for cautions people. Your duty to warn. Unacceptable to passive resistors. suggest your advising cape Indians to take up Free State matter. |
|
000005340 |
22.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14606 |
SMUTS, J. C., P.S. to |
5 |
Thanks relief minors. Botha's dispatch 20th December assures Crewe free legal entry, through out and residence. Again whole fight for principle against colour bar. The Bill will ratify it in Orangia. |
|
000005342 |
22.03.1911 |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN ASSOCIATION |
12905 |
EUROPEAN COMMITTEE OF SYMPATHISERS |
1 |
A meeting will be held on... Your presence requested. Business : Immigration Bill correspondence between Gandhi and Smuts. |
|
000005344 |
22.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14386 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
1 |
He is calling a European Meeting at Hosken's house, he thinks Orangia disability constitutes a racial bar and amounts to "the banning of a nation" Ritch thinks we are raising a new issue. |
|
000005343 |
22.03.1911 |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
01403 |
KALLENBACH, Hermann |
1 |
Notices issued. Your name for meeting. European Community regarding smuts' wire: Better if you can attend. |
|
000005338 |
22.03.1911 |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
All round opposition. Bill long off. your presence here might influence funds and stiffen local community. |
|
00005396C |
23.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1 |
Hosken, Cartwright (etc) present. European Com. entirely approved our contention regarding Free State and urging acceptance my Solution. |
|
000005346 |
23.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1 |
Smuts is raising a new point-not-we as he is committed to the principle of no legal racial bar. All Europeans, Doke and even Crewe see the point. Crewe's anxiety brought out Botha's Despatch. |
|
000005348 |
23.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
13863 |
POLAK, H.S.L. C/O RUSTOMJEE |
1 |
Ritch telegraphs [as SN 5347]. |
|
000005347 |
23.03.1911 |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2 |
Smuts moving amendment exempting Union-born, domiciled, persons' wives children from section 7. Governor General will have power prescribe nature proof officer may demand. Please advise Natal. |
|
000005345 |
23.03.1911 |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
Great Jewish Opposition Bill. Government supporters opposing it. Minister introducing further amendments. |
|
000005352 |
23.03.1911 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1 |
|
|
00005396B |
23.03.1911 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
4 |
A comprehensive resolution fully supporting Gandhi's stand and urges Government to accept Gandhi's solution. Free State point a new one. [Date fixed with reference to 5342 and 5353 and '"Indian Opinion"' of 8-4-1911, E. 145.] |
|
000005354 |
24.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1 |
It is temporising and threatening. Sent you copy my reply [5351] Am leaving Diamond Express to-morrow. |
|
000005353 |
24.03.1911 |
14606 |
SMUTS, J. C., P.S. to |
12901 |
HOSKEN, William |
4 |
A golden chance of final settlement is to be thrown away by the absolutely new contention that Educated Indians should be admitted in s. Orangia. |
|
000005351 |
24.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14606 |
SMUTS, J. C., P.S. to |
7 |
Any Union Law to replace Transvaal, Laws must be devoid of racial bar so Orangia Immigration Law should be repealed partly. |
|
00005396A |
24.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14617 |
GOKHALE & OTHERS |
1 |
Principel new Bill satisfactory. It may end passive resistance if suitably amended regarding Registration of Minors etc. Its effect on Natal Cape adverse etc. |
|
000005375 |
24.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
01342 |
NATESAN |
3 |
Despite Botha's dispatch and Smuts promises racial bar to remain in Free State. We fighting national honour and British Constitution. European Community entirely with us. Trust Indian Government take timely action. [Draft in Gandhi's hand] |
|
000005357 |
24.03.1911 |
12901 |
HOSKEN, William |
00532 |
SMUTS |
1 |
See Gandhi's letter in Lord Crewe's dispatch [5318] Indians have asked not so much for permanent residential rights Educated Asiatic as for removed colour. Regarding Orangia we ask fulfilment positive commitment by Premier dispatch 28th December and your promise at second reading. |
|
000005355 |
24.03.1911 |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
01588 |
POLAK, H.S.L. |
1 |
I shall therefore need at Cape Town all Blue Books regarding question. Please forward them Cape Town. Smuts' wire "dangerous." |
|
000005356 |
24.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
01588 |
POLAK, H.S.L. |
2 |
But to send him to a lazaretto is to ask him to commit suicide. He may be sent to Phoenix if Phoenixmites agree. |
|
000005350 |
24.03.1911 |
02945 |
MINISTER OF INTERIOR |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
5 |
Smuts goes even beyond your demands. Your contention regarding Orangia absolutely new. It will exasperate Europeans and complicate things. |
|
000005349 |
24.03.1911 |
13858 |
GOOL, Abdul Hamid (Dr.) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
7 |
They are fed up with paying without seeing any tangible result. Ritch's work is splendid - a giant's work. |
|
000005358 |
25.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08453 |
DOKE |
1 |
Smuts wire to me and Hosken portend evil. His threat about exasperating European reminds me of Durban Demonstration of 1896-97. |
|
000005359 |
25.03.1911 |
04108 |
SCHALEK, Alice (Miss) |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1 |
Gandhi left. Private Secretary wires will do best arrange interview Gandhi and Smuts Leader here wired encouragement Cape Leaders. |
|
000005361 |
25.03.1911 |
02942 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja (Miss) |
13863 |
POLAK, H.S.L. C/O RUSTOMJEE |
1 |
Herewith copies [of 5360 and 5362]. I trust you will have posted the Blue Book, Mr. Gandhi wants. |
|
000005363 |
25.03.1911 |
02942 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja (Miss) |
13077 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1 |
I trust you will have received my wire [5359] and seen another [5360]. Gandhi will be with you on Monday and give all the news. |
|
000005365 |
25.03.1911 |
02942 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja (Miss) |
13860 |
DOKE, Joseph J. (Rev. Dr.) |
1 |
I enclose herewith [5358], though I under - stand you were at the station to see him off. I send you copy of 5362. |
|
000005364 |
25.03.1911 |
02942 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja (Miss) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
It arrived just at 11-45 A.M. It sounds - does not it a trifle encouraging ? Now be good and send a letter daily. |
|
000005362 |
25.03.1911 |
13043 |
MINISTER OF INTERIOR DEPT. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
If you come to our office will do my best to arrange interview Monday. |
|
000005366 |
25.03.1911 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
3 |
No Law leases after 1-1-1909 can be taken out. Existing leases are safe till the leaser has to convert his property into a free hold or till the lease expires. The Indians cannot get a fresh lease. |
|
000005360 |
25.03.1911 |
06989 |
INDIAN LEADERS |
06989 |
INDIAN LEADERS |
1 |
Transvaal Indians will never accept colour-bar Union Bill. Our fight was for principle and will continue. Urge cape Leader strongly oppose racial insult join hands Transvaal Satyagrahis. |
|
000005376 |
27.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
12950 |
KALLENBACH, Hermann |
11 |
The combined effect of the new Law and the Free State Law will be to shut out the Nizam and we will resist that. If you cannot persuade Free States, drop the Bill and pass only Transvaal Law, etc. |
|
000005370 |
27.03.1911 |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
14615 |
GANDHI (MISS SCHLESIN) |
1 |
Send Polak Alexanders' Minister's Amendments, Am moving regarding Minister's Amendment which are not satisfactory. |
|
000005367 |
27.03.1911 |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
14615 |
GANDHI (MISS SCHLESIN) |
1 |
"Saw Minister short while. Interview 4 O'clock" |
|
000005371 |
27.03.1911 |
02942 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja (Miss) |
13834 |
POLAK, Maud (Miss) |
1 |
Mr. Gandhi ran away to Cape Town. Herewith copies of telegrams exchanged between Gandhi and Ritch, Gandhi and General Smuts, and Hosken and Smuts etc. |
|
000005369 |
27.03.1911 |
02942 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja (Miss) |
01588 |
POLAK, H.S.L. |
1 |
Two wires were sent from Lawley [Tolstoy Farm] in Support. I enclose copy of amendments sent by Ritch. |
|
000005368 |
27.03.1911 |
02942 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja (Miss) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2 |
Immediately on release he was rearrested. Visram Muljis pay his bail Pound 50/- cachalia desires that nothing should be left to "understanding" now. Everything in writing. |
|
000005373 |
27.03.1911 |
00275 |
NATAL INDIAN CONGRESS |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1 |
As no time you authorised behalf Natal represent on lines resolutions telegraphed you Minister separately. |
|
000005374 |
27.03.1911 |
00275 |
NATAL INDIAN CONGRESS |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
3 |
(1)Protest against Immigration Law depriving residents present right to get assistance from India (2)No appeal to Union Courts against officer prohibiting entry. (3)Wives etc. Unprotected etc. |
|
000005372 |
27.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
Faire interview. Hopeful. Further interview probable. |
|
000005377 |
28.03.1911 |
02942 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja (Miss) |
01588 |
POLAK, H.S.L. |
1 |
I do not recollect having told Mr. Knox anything regarding the objection. However I shall be very careful in future: |
|
000005378 |
28.03.1911 |
02942 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja (Miss) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
Doke and Kallenbach think that a short reply by Kachalia [Cachalia] will not be amiss. So they will draft one. |
|
000005382 |
29.03.1911 |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
14615 |
GANDHI (MISS SCHLESIN) |
1 |
Wire Polak publish Correspondence Hosken's permission : No news to-day. |
|
000005381 |
29.03.1911 |
02942 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja (Miss) |
01588 |
POLAK, H.S.L. |
1 |
Gandhi wires : Wire Polak Hosken's permission publish correspondence. Kallenbach spoke to Hosken who will reply to-morrow. |
|
000005385 |
29.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00532 |
SMUTS |
1 |
(1) Martial and parental relationship could only be decided by court of law, not Administrative Office (2) 'Domicile should be defined with illustration as in Natal Law (3) Permanent rights to 'residents' |
|
000005386 |
29.03.1911 |
02942 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja (Miss) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
Your description are graphic. Please do not fall back into your old slipshod habits. What arrangement should be made for Ritch ? |
|
000005380 |
29.03.1911 |
02942 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja (Miss) |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1 |
Kallenbach has spoken to Hosken, and Hosken will give his decision regarding publication to-morrow. Reply to 'Mail' not sent after all. |
|
000005383 |
29.03.1911 |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00237 |
CAPE TIMES |
1 |
I challenge him to prove that "the wily Asiatic is streaming in by the back-door-as sailors" Statistics show a decline. |
|
000005384 |
29.03.1911 |
12882 |
ALLY, Haji Ojer |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
3 |
(1)Educated Asiatics cannot take out trading licences (2)My wife - a Cape Malayan can go to Cape Town but not I or sons. [Marked "Strictly Private"] |
|
000005379 |
29.03.1911 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1 |
Indians object to it in the Bill but that is a corollary of Indian Governments' stoppage of indenture system. But resident Indians' rights will be protected. |
|
000005390 |
30.03.1911 |
01403 |
KALLENBACH, Hermann |
10323 |
INDIAN OPINION |
1 |
Do not publish correspondence between Hosken and Smuts. |
|
000005391 |
30.03.1911 |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
14607 |
GANDHI (SCHLESIN) |
1 |
Ask Kallenbach if Ritch may live 'Mountain View' Bill will be through end April. Seeing Minister to-morrow. |
|
000005387 |
30.03.1911 |
01588 |
POLAK, H.S.L. |
14615 |
GANDHI (MISS SCHLESIN) |
1 |
Wire if Hosken no objection publication correspondence Smuts. |
|
000005388 |
30.03.1911 |
14607 |
GANDHI (SCHLESIN) |
01588 |
POLAK, H.S.L. |
1 |
Hosken does not wish Correspondence Smuts published. |
|
000005392 |
30.03.1911 |
14644 |
GANDHI (KALLENBACH) |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1 |
Ritch may live "Mountain View" while unsold. |
|
000005389 |
30.03.1911 |
14607 |
GANDHI (SCHLESIN) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
Hosken considers publication impossible without Smuts Consent. Have wired Phoenix no to Publish. |
|
000005393 |
31.03.1911 |
02942 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja (Miss) |
13860 |
DOKE, Joseph J. (Rev. Dr.) |
1 |
"Gandhi wired Yesterday" Bill not on for some days. Seeing Minister to-morrow [Bill] will be through before end April and to-day. 'Good Indian Meetings Mass Meeting Sunday' |
|
000005394 |
31.03.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14607 |
GANDHI (SCHLESIN) |
1 |
Rambhabai Application leave appeal granted hearing 24th Bloemfontein. Good Indian Meetings yesterday. Mass Meeting Sunday. |
|
000005397 |
01.04.1911 |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
14607 |
GANDHI (SCHLESIN) |
1 |
Free Staters now considering [the Bill and amendments] final decision probably Tuesday. |
|
000005415 |
01.04.1911 |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN ASSOCIATION |
13868 |
OLIVER M. P. |
1 |
Enclosed copy of resolutions passed at a meeting of Kimberley Indians, who include 200 voters. We trust you will voice our strong feeling regarding the Bill. |
|
000005401 |
01.04.1911 |
01403 |
KALLENBACH, Hermann |
13867 |
GOOL, Adam |
1 |
May you follow Transvaal Indians and fight for human rights until you win the day. |
|
000005416 |
01.04.1911 |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN ASSOCIATION |
13043 |
MINISTER OF INTERIOR DEPT. |
1 |
I am directed by my Committee to forward copy of certain resolutions passed at a meeting held on...... Please amend Bill. |
|
000005400 |
01.04.1911 |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN ASSOCIATION |
13867 |
GOOL, Adam |
1 |
Trust you will stand firmly preservation existing rights and join us in opposing colour bar. |
|
000005398 |
01.04.1911 |
13866 |
TOLSTOY FARM |
13867 |
GOOL, Adam |
1 |
We rejoice with you in your activity. Wish Meeting [On Sunday] all success. |
|
000005399 |
01.04.1911 |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN ASSOCIATION |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
Strongly advise you remain in Cape Town until matter settled. |
|
000005406 |
03.04.1911 |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
14615 |
GANDHI (MISS SCHLESIN) |
1 |
Good Meeting. 7 resolutions passed foreshadowing passive resistance failure removal racial bar. Supporting Transvaal honouring Ritch. |
|
000005402 |
03.04.1911 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1 |
(1)'Domicile' be defined (2)Law-Court to decide Validity permit and Wives, minors. (3)In educational test existing Cape rights to be maintained. etc. failing these, drop the Bill. Support to Transvaal Indians' brave Stand. |
|
000005403 |
03.04.1911 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1 |
A large meeting at Pmburg backed their Colonial born Durban Indian brethren regarding protest and attempt to better their status. |
|
000005405 |
03.04.1911 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1 |
Gives Dr. Gool's very eloguent Speech. "We shall be 'Patriots' if legal equality not given". |
|
000005404 |
03.04.1911 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1 |
|
|
000005408 |
04.04.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1 |
Saw Lane. He thinks it will be well but the Bill may not come 2 weeks. Seeing all possible Members of Legislative Assembly. Waiting instructions. |
|
000005410 |
04.04.1911 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
14602 |
RAND DAILY MAIL |
4 |
It is not we who spring up fresh demands but it is Smuts who goes back upon his word and takes by the left hand what he gives by the right. |
|
000005407 |
04.04.1911 |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
14615 |
GANDHI (MISS SCHLESIN) |
1 |
Minister thinks it will be well but suggest my stay unnecessary. I think I should leave. Bill far off. |
|
000005409 |
04.04.1911 |
12882 |
ALLY, Haji Ojer |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
I differ from you regarding Minors and rights of educated admitted Indians. Be firm and try to get the utmost. Whole S. A. Muslims with you. |
|
000005417 |
05.04.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
2 |
Saw Lane who asked me to reduce to writing my two proposals and added that Smuts did not want me to go away empty handed. |
|
000005419 |
05.04.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
2 |
Saw.... Who promised support. Smuts seems to have dropped the charge of "raising a new issue" Probably he will yield. If we win I may go to England for Gold Law which is a Damnable business. |
|
000005411 |
05.04.1911 |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
14620 |
GANDHI [SCHLESIN (RITCH)] |
1 |
Secretary [Smuts] asked for alternative proposals writing submitting same. Alternative is amendment Transvaal Law. |
|
000005412 |
05.04.1911 |
13077 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1 |
Strong feeling here that you should remain unless no likelihood Bill this session. |
|
000005413 |
05.04.1911 |
13077 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
2 |
The Konknis, the majority, hold aloof. Please see nooroodin to bring them up to the scratch. Have suggested a meeting as in Cape-Town. |
|
000005414 |
05.04.1911 |
13077 |
RITCH, L. W. |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN ASSOCIATION |
1 |
Enclosed two drafts. Have informed Gandhi of your suggested meeting. Let the strong yield to the weak to untie and no lure of Office. |
|
000005418 |
05.04.1911 |
13043 |
MINISTER OF INTERIOR DEPT. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
Your note. If you can conveniently call on me as soon as you get this note, I shall feel very much obliged. |
|
000005420 |
05.04.1911 |
14609 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja (Miss) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
Dr. Mehta Pranjivan sent another 3 pound6/- Herewith copy of my letter to Polak which gives all news. Everything arranged for Ritch at Mehta's view. |
|
000005423 |
06.04.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1 |
Had half an hour with Lane. He looked at my draft and suggested some alterations. I hope to type it to-night. |
|
000005424 |
06.04.1911 |
13077 |
RITCH, L. W. |
14572 |
TRANSVAAL LEADER |
2 |
Transvaal Indians have always fought racial bar which the virtual re-enactment of the Free State Law in the Bill still retains. Natal and Cape are fighting because their existing substantial are very curtailed. |
|
000005421 |
06.04.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
14622 |
GANDHI (RITCH) |
1 |
Settled Draft Proposal nothing need be taken as certain. |
|
000005425 |
06.04.1911 |
02942 |
SCHLESIN, Sonja (Miss) |
13860 |
DOKE, Joseph J. (Rev. Dr.) |
1 |
The following wire [5411] was received last night, and this telegram [5421] just now. |
|
000005422 |
06.04.1911 |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2 |
We think Smuts has agreed to repeal the Transvaal Laws and drop the Bill. Settlement or no Settlement you should go to England. |
|
000005428 |
07.04.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
5 |
I submitted them to Lane. But I plainly told him that I would advise Satyagraha [Passive Resistance] if Gold Law prosecution continued. |
|
000005434 |
07.04.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
13043 |
MINISTER OF INTERIOR DEPT. |
2 |
(1)Exempt Educated Indians from Clauses. 1 to 6 of Chapter 33, Orangia Constitution and protect minors unequivocally (2)Drop present Bill and amend Transvaal Act 15 of 1907 to repeal Act 2 of 1907, and exempt educated Asiatics from 36 of 1908. |
|
000005431 |
07.04.1911 |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
14622 |
GANDHI (RITCH) |
1 |
I accept amendment Transvaal Law repealing Asiatic Act, 1907, protecting minors, exempting educated Indians Act 36 of 1908. see Cachalia etc. Wire Approval, staying next week at least. |
|
000005435 |
07.04.1911 |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
14622 |
GANDHI (RITCH) |
1 |
Botha tabled amendment saying nothing in Bill shall repeal any section Chapter 33 Orangia. This signifies 2nd proposal to be accepted. |
|
000005430 |
07.04.1911 |
14622 |
GANDHI (RITCH) |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1 |
Ampthill Committee's good work regarding Bill. Question put Lords. Letters following. Wire when returning. |
|
000005433 |
07.04.1911 |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
Doke and I infer from 5431 that Smuts concedes all your points and amends Transvaal Law and drops the Bill. Do not leave our "brave General" unattended. |
|
000005432 |
07.04.1911 |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN ASSOCIATION |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1 |
If provision made also for right educated Asiatics enter, fully acquiesce in settlement. Stay till all settled. |
|
000005436 |
07.04.1911 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1 |
Imperial Government accepted the Bill subject to suggested amendments. Union Governments new additions secure rights of domiciled Indians. |
|
000005429 |
07.04.1911 |
14622 |
GANDHI (RITCH) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
3 |
If you feel uncomfortable regarding the outcome of the whole affair, stay there till Bill finished. Thanks for inquiry. Pleasant journey. |
|
000005437 |
08.04.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
4 |
Please consider all these difficulties [enumerated] Fancy Botha tabling such an amendment after all his assurances ! But it is good, bincls Smuts to my 2nd proposal if he is sincere: |
|
000005439 |
08.04.1911 |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
13077 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1 |
Only slight prospect matter coming next week. |
|
000005438 |
08.04.1911 |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2 |
I hope the General does not put a mock concession into your hands. Colonial and Indian Offices are not likely to be happier for this new worry. |
|
000005440 |
08.04.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
02945 |
MINISTER OF INTERIOR |
1 |
Durban Wire :- Thanks if Bill withdrawn and Transvaal Law altered. Natal Indians satisfied. Johannesburg Wire : [5432] I have naturally assumed that the least 6 educated Indians will be admitted Transvaal. |
|
000005441 |
09.04.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
3 |
After this talk [narrated here] I feel pretty certain that the Bill is doomed and much more hopeful that my 2nd proposal will be accepted. |
|
000005524 |
09.04.1911 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
2 |
We believe in the assurance of Indians, that they accept the policy of prohibition of Asiatic Immigration; and so recommend that six highly educated Indians should be permitted to settle as free men and deputation to Smuts. |
|
000005442 |
10.04.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
2 |
Of course smuts will give a mock concession. It will be for us to turn it in to reality. Call Klerksdorp friends [regarding Gold Law] if they do not come. |
|
000005444 |
10.04.1911 |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN ASSOCIATION |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1 |
Resolutions suggested by you were passed and copies of forwarded to Smuts, Harris and Oliver. We view with dismay the news that the Imperial Government had accepted the Immigration Bill. |
|
000005443 |
10.04.1911 |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
14622 |
GANDHI (RITCH) |
1 |
Take present Bill as dead. Uncertain when Transvaal Bill Coming. |
|
000005447 |
10.04.1911 |
02945 |
MINISTER OF INTERIOR |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
Thanks for giving me the information sent you from Durban, and Johannesburg regarding the Immigration Law. |
|
000005446 |
10.04.1911 |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2 |
I am very glad you plainly stated that the settlement even was not to be the end of all things. Do not be too intimate with Lane. I do not trust warm friendships in such quarters. |
|
000005445 |
10.04.1911 |
01342 |
NATESAN |
02946 |
BRITISH INDIAN ASSOCIATION |
1 |
Cable your views regarding amended Bill. |
|
000005450 |
11.04.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1 |
"Nothing to be known before next week" is Smuts' answer to my inquiry regarding Cable from Madras. |
|
000005448 |
11.04.1911 |
14386 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1 |
Gandhi's interview with Smuts [5376] was screaming by funny Gandhi has developed a sense of humour. It seems the session will soon close which means another year of satyagraha. |
|
000005453 |
11.04.1911 |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
14622 |
GANDHI (RITCH) |
1 |
Secretary [Lane] writes "Nothing...." Cable Madras "Matter occupying Government cabling further later. Staying on till end. |
|
000005452 |
11.04.1911 |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
14572 |
TRANSVAAL LEADER |
1 |
I am quite sure, it was inadvertently left out, and it is not your desire to debar us from explaining ourselves as till now. |
|
000005454 |
11.04.1911 |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2 |
I am not surprised at Botha's defection. Kimberley people are vary anxious to see you. I have got some legal business. Note by Miss Schlesin "Don't mind Sorabjee and don't go to London." |
|
000005449 |
11.04.1911 |
14622 |
GANDHI (RITCH) |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1 |
Madras Cables asking you cable your views regarding amended Bill [5445]. |
|
000005451 |
11.04.1911 |
13043 |
MINISTER OF INTERIOR DEPT. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
I can only suggest your cabling India that you are in touch with the Department, and that you will cable again on getting definite news from us. |
|
000005455 |
12.04.1911 |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
08710 |
NAIDOO |
1 |
This Bill will certainly (almost) be dropped. Transvaal Law Amendment and existing Cape Natal Laws will stand. Glad success meeting. |
|
000005458 |
12.04.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
4 |
Smuts would certainly prolong the agony if he could. I am anxious to know if you have got some legal work. Send Dr. Mehta's manuscript. |
|
000005459 |
12.04.1911 |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
14622 |
GANDHI (RITCH) |
1 |
Will not wire till Tuesday [18th ?] unless required when Phillips leaving ? |
|
000005457 |
12.04.1911 |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
The more I hear of it, the more I realise the inspiration that prompted your going. I could not possibly have done so much. |
|
000005456 |
12.04.1911 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1 |
Resolutions similar to the Cape Town Meeting were passed. |
|
000005461 |
13.04.1911 |
14386 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1 |
Notify Chamney that if Ah Koon's was registered voluntarily it was validated by Act 1908, and so he cannot be deported. |
|
000005426 |
13.04.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1 |
A public meeting should not be convened except to pass definite resolutions electing a delegation. [The date should be 13th... see 5446] |
|
000005427 |
13.04.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
5 |
Questions of Deputation should not be publicly discussed. A Muslim Merchant must be included. No 'weak' man but Cachalia should be that one Muslim Merchant. Money should be found first. |
|
000005460 |
13.04.1911 |
13077 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
1 |
Cable sent Madras P. C. sailed from Delgoa yesterday "Carisbrook". |
|
000005464 |
15.04.1911 |
14386 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
1 |
Gandhi wires :- "General Bill may pass" It completely discounts all previous reports. It is annoying to have to worry about it. |
|
000005466 |
15.04.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
3 |
My latest bulletin : Close race between my 2 proposals. My instinct decides against any such Deputation. |
|
000005462 |
15.04.1911 |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
14386 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
2 |
If so, I am sorry for you, I wish you could to go England. I can see that Natal situation is ugly as personal ambitious bulk large. |
|
000005465 |
15.04.1911 |
00157 |
GANDHI, M.K. |
14622 |
GANDHI (RITCH) |
1 |
Talk passing General Bill revived. Free Stanters may consent. Nothing known before Wednesday. |
|
000005463 |
15.04.1911 |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
I do not like this delay. Smuts may go back. Your use of the type writer shows that you disregard your own injunction in Hind Swaraj. |
|
000005467 |
16.04.1911 |
14623 |
ANANDLAL AMRITLAL (GANDHI) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
3 |
You blame me for being over hasty. But "The Gujarati" publish such a report. Please send me Rs. 300/- to enable me to go to South Africa. |
|
000005468 |
17.04.1911 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
2 |
I have written a Gujarati lideratte in "Indian Opinion", showing how the people can appreciate your work. We shall know finally regarding the Bill shortly. |
|
000005470 |
17.04.1911 |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
14386 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
1 |
I suspect we have not seen the last of Smuts' devilry. Miss Schlesin will type out section cited by Gregorowski [regarding Gold Law ?] |
|
000005469 |
17.04.1911 |
08295 |
RITCH, L. W. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
It indicates likely disappointment. Yes, the community should choose better leaders. It suffers for its weakness. |
|
000005472 |
18.04.1911 |
14386 |
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