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Correspondence : 1917 |
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Serial no. |
Date |
From no. |
From Person |
To no. |
To Person |
Pages |
Summary |
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000034079 |
05.01.1917 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
4 |
Sale deed dated 05/05/1917 bearning the No. 34079 pertains to the purchase of land- Survey No. 525 by Motilal Dalsukhram Shah from Jatuji Baji Thakarda. |
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000028011 |
06.01.1917 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1 |
Have patience and tolerance consistent with morality. |
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000006333 |
07.01.1917 |
09571 |
THAKKAR, Amritlal V. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
I have never built erections of raw bricks or only mud The former are more durable and less troublesome |
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000029520 |
10.01.1917 |
08740 |
WEST, Albert Henry |
10502 |
INDIAN LABOURERS |
2 |
Explaining re-indenture Laws for Indians in S. Africa G. advises them not to re indenture but accept less & preserve independence. But also declares No one will be punished in India by G if he accpet reindenture: |
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000024282 |
16.01.1917 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08323 |
MEHTA, Kunverji Vitthalbhai |
2 |
Inquires if he has knowingly ommited reference to the question of viramgam Order. Expresses inability to come. |
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000030876 |
16.01.1917 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08881 |
HIGGINBOTTOM, Sam |
1 |
Expresses usefulness of the book and asks for more advice on educational matters. |
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000024287 |
18.01.1917 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
10415 |
MEHTA, Kalyanji Vithalbhai |
2 |
Leaves it to him to decide if to be able to attend the conference G. should break up the discussion. He is having connection with a scheme for education. |
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000006335 |
20.01.1917 |
14170 |
REGISTRAR OF CO.OP.SOCIETIES |
13274 |
WEACING EXPERT ASSTT. |
1 |
Please recommend a suitable waver to Mr. Gandhi and sell him the two shuttle loom Kaira Mission has such a man |
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000006336 |
22.01.1917 |
14172 |
COLLECTOR & DEPUTY COLLECTOR, Kaira |
13276 |
MAMALATDARS |
8 |
Government's proposals regarding allotment of land for free grazing and disposal of grass on Government Waste lands |
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000009831 |
22.01.1917 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00546 |
DESAI, Mahadev Haribhai |
2 |
Some day you will be fit enough to do greater service. We should try our best for self-restraint. God will pardon our disabilities. If we do not expect any reward. To Mahadev it is unjust to keep books when you give every-thing belonging to you (Durga) also. |
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000009832 |
22.01.1917 |
01802 |
DESAI, Durga |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
5 |
Utterly unable to endure separation. Let me live with and serve Mahadev and thereby serve you. |
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000009830 |
22.01.1917 |
01823 |
AJIT PRASAD |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
Like the other this letter shethi reaches you please do what you can. |
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000006338 |
23.01.1917 |
00504 |
HIGGINBOTTOM, Sam |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
I shall stay for a day at the Ashram The Agriculture Gazette of Canada should be read by you to show agriculture can be improved in India. |
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000006337 |
23.01.1917 |
00414 |
PETIT, J. B. (Jehangir Bomanji) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
3 |
I have already called an urgent meeting of the Imperial Indian Citizenship Asso. to protest Bombay Presidency Asso. will join and public meeting be held |
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000006339 |
29.01.1917 |
05947 |
JEVONS, Herbert Stanley (Prof.) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
4 |
Regard my home as your second home. I think true happiness is impossible without service of humanity by truth and love etc. |
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000006340 |
31.01.1917 |
13279 |
SHUKLA, M. A. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
3 |
I can pass the education test as I have University Certificate But I am not allowed to enter South Africa Please do something |
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000006341 |
01.02.1917 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
2 |
Neglect of our languages is akin to National Suicide. The Jews have made Yiddish and the Boers 'Taal' respectable languages |
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000006342 |
02.02.1917 |
13280 |
MUNSHI G. M. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
3 |
Much obliged for your regard for me. I do not know of any educated Muslim boy here: There are some 4 or 5 collegians from Gujarat. |
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000006343 |
04.02.1917 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
4 |
A burning speech by C.F. Andrews protesting against the enormities of the system which forces women to sell their chastity |
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000006344 |
09.02.1917 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
2 |
Gandhiji's very strong speech. We are entitled for the sake of our mother hood our own honour to the unconditional abolition of this slavery |
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000006345 |
12.02.1917 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
2 |
It resolved to urge Government to stop Indian Labour before 31st May. Gandhiji said that all were bound to think of it awake or asleep The honour of India at stake Murder rates 80 times that in India(B.C. = Bombay Chronicle) |
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000024933 |
17.02.1917 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00502 |
SUNDARAM |
1 |
May your wishes be fulfilled. |
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000006346 |
17.02.1917 |
00414 |
PETIT, J. B. (Jehangir Bomanji) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
3 |
A meeting will be held. Will Mrs. Gandhi (Kasturba) speak on the 3rd resolution? The meeting will resolve on a deputation of Mrs. Naidu Shardaben and myself etc. |
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000006348 |
26.02.1917 |
00394 |
ANDREWS, C. F. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2 |
He holds it on 8th ... invites you Gandhiji's reply; Proceeding Karachi Keep Appointment Friday Fix Conference date (to) suit me. |
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000006347 |
26.02.1917 |
13282 |
KASSIM BAZAR, Maharaja of |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
2 |
Public meeting 6th March Kindly stay in Calcutta as my guest Gandhiji's reply- 6th impossible Is 7th convenient? (Gandhiji's reply on the back in his hand ) |
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000006349 |
10.04.1917 |
14173 |
RAILWAY TRAFFIC MANAGER |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
1 |
Your letter has been forwarded to Dist. Traffic Supdt. Lahore for disposal Gandhiji's remark; Wrote to Dist. Traffic Supdt. requesting reply. |
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000026381 |
12.04.1917 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08486 |
COMMISSIONER OF TIRHUT |
3 |
I have come to learn on spot; I hope Government will co operate. Can I see you ? |
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000026382 |
13.04.1917 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08486 |
COMMISSIONER OF TIRHUT |
2 |
Herewith copies of letters addressed to me. My mission is to try to find out the truth about allegations of ill treatments. |
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000009816 |
15.04.1917 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00899 |
GANDHI, Maganlal K. |
1 |
You may ask me and I shall reply till I am free. I shall have to stay more: Ask Narahari to translate Gokhale's speeches. |
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000009815 |
15.04.1917 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00899 |
GANDHI, Maganlal K. |
2 |
Situation is more serious than in Fiji, and Natal. I may be arrested but at present nobody should think of going to jail. Prof shah should carry on the contemplated experiment of national school. We are to draw Rs.3000/- per year from Mr. Petit. |
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000029857 |
16.04.1917 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
09031 |
GANDHI, Maganlal K. |
2 |
Asks to return his (G's) Gold Medal to Viceroy as he (G) has denied govt order to leave the district. |
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000032402 |
16.04.1917 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
09031 |
GANDHI, Maganlal K. |
3 |
Reference to Gandhiji"s own previous letters to Maganlal. Gandhiji"s refusal to leave the region, which was a crime for which punishment was six months' imprisonment and a fine of Rs. 1000/- |
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000009817 |
16.04.1917 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00899 |
GANDHI, Maganlal K. |
2 |
I was served with an order when I was going to a village for investigation. The penalty for its breach is sentence for 6 months and fine Rs.1000/-. Herewith bill for my up-to-date expense. The country side here very beautiful but people are miserable. Wish your work double speed. Buy the land if you all think it proper. |
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000026379 |
16.04.1917 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08163 |
DISTRICT MAGISTRATE |
1 |
I am sorry I cannot obey the notice and am prepared for the consequences. I have come to learn and not to aGitate as alleged in the notice. |
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000026357 |
17.04.1917 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08482 |
DISTRICT MAGISTRATE |
1 |
I shall present myself as desired by you. |
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000024578 |
17.04.1917 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00390 |
POLAK, H. S. L. |
2 |
I am awainting summons for disobeying the order. Let nobody hurry here till I am arrested. I have left instructions for work in future: |
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000009818 |
17.04.1917 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00899 |
GANDHI, Maganlal K. |
1 |
I was served with an order when I was going to a village for investigation. Instructs to send his golden medal to Viceroy's personal secretary. I have defied the order to leave the province and expect arrest. None of us expected my arrest in the district where Rama, Sita etc. toured. |
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000024579 |
17.04.1917 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
2 |
You nay go to Ahmedabad or work here: I have already drafted instructions for future work. |
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000026378 |
17.04.1917 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08163 |
DISTRICT MAGISTRATE |
2 |
I have not as yet got any summons to appear before you. I therefore intimate that tomorrow I am goint to the villages, |
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000026358 |
17.04.1917 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08163 |
DISTRICT MAGISTRATE |
1 |
Acknowledgement of receipt of the letters. |
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000009819 |
18.04.1917 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00899 |
GANDHI, Maganlal K. |
1 |
"Magistrate postponed judgement despite plea guilty. Have agreed not to go villages till Saturday pending instructions Government regarding missions. No public agitation should be started just yet." |
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000009821 |
18.04.1917 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1 |
I came here in response to the invitation from the Raiyats ill-treated by Indigo planters. My sense of duty inspires me to stick here: I defy the order not for want of respect forlorn but in obedience to the voice of the conscience. |
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000032325 |
19.04.1917 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00416 |
GANDHI, Chhaganlal K. |
1 |
Strange are the ways of God ! Those who want to go cannot go, and those who want to remain away from things get involved in them. The work that I am facing here is quite difficult. I have started taking cooked food as fruits are costly. It may take six months for me to go back from here: Not necessary for anybody else to come here: I get the necessary help and assistance here: Ashram activities should go on as usual. Ref. to Mr. Pollock, Nazrul Haq and Mr. Andrews. |
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000026359 |
20.04.1917 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08483 |
HEYCOCK, W. B. |
1 |
Where have I to meet you ? |
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000006351 |
20.04.1917 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1 |
The order on Gandhiji is a gross abuse of section 144, which gives vast powers to Magistrates Government exposes itself to suspicion and reproach Gandhiji is admired throughout the country He cannot intend mischief (M = The Message) |
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000009820 |
21.04.1917 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00899 |
GANDHI, Maganlal K. |
1 |
Proceedings withdrawn. Local pleaders and others help splendidly. Have seen hundreds of raiyats. The issues involved are very great. |
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000026360 |
22.04.1917 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08483 |
HEYCOCK, W. B. |
1 |
I shall write- Am leaving for Betiah this evening. |
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000032326 |
22.04.1917 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00416 |
GANDHI, Chhaganlal K. |
2 |
You want me to come, but I have no time to do so. If you receive any letter from Jamnadas, it may be sent to me. Bleeding through nose because of heat can be controlled by cold water and applying oil on the scalp, preferably clean shaven. Ref. to Dr. Mehta's article on language. To get 2000 copies printed. Proof to be sent to Dr. Mehta. If Prabhudas wants to come let him. |
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000006350 |
24.04.1917 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1 |
On the Ground that Gandhiji's object 'Was likely to be agitation' Gandhiji was served with the order to leave Champaran. He refused and was tried He pleaded guilty but the judgement was postponed. |
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000032327 |
26.04.1917 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00416 |
GANDHI, Chhaganlal K. |
1 |
Uncle's letter enclosed herewith. Needful be done. Do not be scared because of my absence. How about Hindi teachers ? |
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000023828 |
26.04.1917 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00412 |
SHRADDHANAND (Swami) |
2 |
Am glad you have assumed the newname. It is the most fitting name. here is strenuous and will require long time. |
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000032401 |
01.05.1917 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
09030 |
GANDHI, Chhaganlal K. |
2 |
Refernce to opening of Bank Account for the "Rashtriya Shala" - The addressee is to maintain the accounts. - Refernce to Prof. Kripalani. - referred to as a man of high character, well-versed in History and Geography. - Reference to teacher to Sanskrit. - Reference to Anandshankarbhai. - He is to be kept informed of the activities of the school. Advice should be sought from hin also. My advice should bot be taken as the last word. - Maganlal expected to send a report of the daily activites. |
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000026361 |
02.05.1917 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08483 |
HEYCOCK, W. B. |
1 |
I am meeting the planters today. |
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000032403 |
02.05.1917 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
09030 |
GANDHI, Chhaganlal K. |
1 |
Gandhiji asks Chhaganlal to write at Motodari or Bettiah addresss. - How about Hindi teaching ? - How many students ? Reference to enclosed letter from Kaka (kalelkar). - Not to worry during Gandhiji's absence |
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000006353 |
04.05.1917 |
13284 |
NAGARKATTI, D. W. |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
7 |
A long letter detailing the ingredients Water, on the whole is good for drinking and agriculture Soil good for fruit culture etc. |
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000023487 |
13.05.1917 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
10391 |
DESAI, HARILAL M. |
2 |
Informs that he can come to stay in the Ashram. |
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000006352 |
13.05.1917 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
69 |
(1) Government Gazette publishing resolution to appoint a committee of inquiry (2) Full report of Committee (3) Vital statistics; (4) Letters by Gandhiji and Government's replies, (Both private) (5) Other letters and statements by Gandhiji and Rajendra Prasad; (6) Notes by Gandhiji (Some missing) etc. |
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000026377 |
14.05.1917 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08483 |
HEYCOCK, W. B. |
1 |
Herewith a copy of my representation to government. |
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000026383 |
14.05.1917 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
10438 |
MOORHEAD |
1 |
Herewith a copy of my representation to government. |
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000006354 |
14.05.1917 |
13285 |
BESANT, Annie (Mrs.) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
3 |
A proposed University A very interesting letter shows Mrs. Besant's views on National Education She believes in modern science and industry and invites Gandhiji to join an influential Board to guide (work) the scheme. |
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000030925 |
15.05.1917 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
00461 |
SASTRI, V. S. Srinivasa |
2 |
Requests to spare a member of society (Servants of India ?) to offer satyagraha at (champaran ?) However advises to decline if his conscience says 'no'. |
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000009822 |
17.05.1917 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
01779 |
PARIKH, Narahari D. |
2 |
To be an effective teacher constant meditation is necessary. Teachers should meet and discuss their experiences. Students' health should be properly looked after. All should know their subjects especially Hindi standard of Gujarati should be raised by studying old books and receiving assistance of scholars of the subject. |
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000006355 |
17.05.1917 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
01779 |
PARIKH, Narahari D. |
2 |
He must always try to pour his soul into the hearts of students We must revolutionise education Invite the leading lights of Gujarati to deliver lectures Fix rules of Gujarati spelling etc. |
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000006356 |
17.05.1917 |
13287 |
BHAGABHAI MANCHA |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
3 |
An account of a Wanton unprovoked push of an Indian from a running tram-car resulting in death. Government did nothing. We must offer Satyagraha. I am anxious to join if started and give up my all |
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000009823 |
17.05.1917 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
1 |
Questions by Gandhiji regarding spinning. Weaving sales etc. in different centres and their answers. |
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000006330 |
18.05.1917 |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
00000 |
"BLANK" |
3 |
English cannot be so. Hindi is understood by 22 crores. Hindi Pracharaks should be sent to Madras Urdu is only a different script. |
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000026380 |
20.05.1917 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
08483 |
HEYCOCK, W. B. |
4 |
I find rayats are prevented from coming to us to depose, that false allegations are levelled by the planters, against the rayats as well as the workers, and that alarms are raised by the planters about their safety. All this is unfounded. Can Government not step in ? |
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000006358 |
20.05.1917 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
01305 |
GANDHI, Chhaganlal K. |
2 |
The situation here may take a serious turn any moment Dr. HariPrasad etc. should learn up Hindi before coming here |
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000006357 |
20.05.1917 |
13422 |
FAERING, Esther (Miss) |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
5 |
I was very much moved to hear and on reading the terrowing account of their woes. I am willing to come to the Ashram and live there: |
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000028095 |
22.05.1917 |
00001 |
GANDHI, M. K. |
09694 |
REVASHANKAR |
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