INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
The bidding process for the postcard by Mahatma Gandhi to Annie Besant concluded on June 13.Washington: A rare
postcard bearing the signature of Mahatma Gandhi, the leader of Indian independence, was sold for $20,233, roughly Rs 13 lakh, at an auction
in the United States. The postal card, addressed to Irish-origin, Annie Besant, had writings on both sides, bearing the signature, "M
Gandhi," dated November 30, 1924
The postcard to Annie Besant, a political reformer and voice of women's rights during the Indian freedom movement, detailed travel plans of
Mr Gandhi's son Devdas Gandhi. The bidding process for the postcard concluded on June 13. "I thank you for your letter
My son Devdas leaves tonight
Pray do not worry about his expenses
He will deem it an honour to be your guest
Jamnadas gave me the Khadar towel sent by you
I shall treasure the gift: spinning is exceedingly good," Mr Gandhi wrote in the postcard."I have already discussed with the secretary the
arrangements abt your board + lodging in Belgium
The secretary's name is Gangadharrao Deshpande Belgaum so please let me know your special requirements
I know that Mr Gangadharrao Deshpande is most anxious to make you comfortable
The account of spinning + weaving organised by Mme de Mangiardi is most interesting," the note on the postcard to Annie Besant added.(With
