Auction Date:2010 Jan 13 @ 10:00 (UTC-05:00 : EST/CDT)
Location:5 Rt 101A Suite 5, Amherst, New Hampshire, 03031, United States
LS in Gujurati, signed “Bapu’s blessings to you both,” one page both sides, 4.25 x 6.5, June 28, 1932. Gandhi writes from Yeravada Prison to his friend, Dr. Behram Navroji Khmbatta in Gujurati. In part: “I have been told that the bottle of medicine has reached, but Major Bhandani hesitates to let me use it. He says it is ‘Canphor Linement’ by British Pharmacopia, and smells rather strong, therefore it could harm my skin. If there are any ill effects, it would be his responsibility. If he knows the composition of the medication, and if he feels the proportions are right, he may allow its use. In which case, if you are preparing it yourself, send the details, also your experience in using it, then perhaps he may let me use it. I requested him, but couldn’t press the matter as it would be his responsibility. There is no increase in the pain in my hand, I am getting relief.” Uniform light overall toning, a couple of small edge tears, stamp marks, staple holes, and pencil notation to top left corner, otherwise fine condition.
Gandhi had been imprisoned six months earlier for staging peaceful protests following his return from England and unproductive meetings on British-Indian relations. As his incarceration occurred without a trial, it strengthened the opinion that authorities were engaging in ruthless repression, which in turn led to renewed civil disobedience. A few months later, while still in prison, he began a multi-day protest against a planned separate electorate for “lower class” Indians, a move he said was designed to divide the Hindu community. Major Bhandari, who is referenced here, was the prison superintendent. A unique item from Gandhi as he was about to embark on a new mission of quietly defending his countrymen.
Auction Location:
5 Rt 101A Suite 5, Amherst, New Hampshire, 03031, United States
Buyer's Premiums:
| From (Incl.) | To (Excl.) | Premium |
| 0.00 |
Infinite |
20% |
Additional Fees:
Shipping Details:
No Info Available
Payment Details:
Paypal address: mandy@rrauction.com
Accepted Payment Methods:
- VISA
- Master Card
- Discover
- Money Order/Bank Draft
- Check/Cheque
- PayPal
Buyer's Premium
A 20% buyer's premium will be added to each winning bid, with a 2% discount for those paying by check, cash, or money order.
Your bid is a contract
Placing a bid online means you agree to abide by the terms and conditions listed by RRAuction.
Payment methods accepted
Money Order, Cashier's Check, Personal Check, or Wire Transfer.
Payment for items won in auction 353 is due by Monday, January 25, unless prior arrangements have been made. Late payment may result in suspension of your bidding privileges.
Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, or Discover are only accepted up to $5,000 without prior arrangement: please contact Mandy Eaton-Casey.
Further descriptions
You can call us or email us if you'd like us to answer questions about these items.