S.E. Magoye (Secretary of CNETU) to Champion
- ZA HPRA A922-C-C38
- Unidad documental compuesta
- 19 April 1948
Asks Champion in his capacity as an NRC to reject the proposed Industrial Conciliation (Natives) Bill of 1947.
S.E. Magoye (Secretary of CNETU) to Champion
Asks Champion in his capacity as an NRC to reject the proposed Industrial Conciliation (Natives) Bill of 1947.
Canvasses Champion's support for Stuart's bid for a seat in Parliament as a native representative.
Indicates his clear support for Stuart and states that he has written to Paramount Chief Poto on his behalf.
Registers his disappointment over Charlie's non-payment of a debt despite Champion's manifold favour's, and his non-adoption of 'civilised habits'.
Sets out the position of the peoples living on Ruigtefantein farm near Waschbank, which in terms of some clause in the Public Health Commission in Natal became a Proclaimed area in 1945; the local residents are now obliged to pay levies to the Public Health Commission - on pain of prosecution: -although it is apparent that no facilities or services will be provided far their benefit from this revenue. Mdhluli feels that the community is divided over how best to handle the matter, and therefore appeals to Champion for advice.
Describes his recent visit to Nyasaland; comments on the degree of control and authority exercised by Africans, mentions that how was asked to settle there to he1p load the political struggle; asks to meet with Champion. letter signed.
More extensive letter of condolence.
Congratulates Champion on his success at Lamontville; comments that people are regaining their senses after having chosen, earlier. 'a young, inexperienced propagandist' over Champion.
Champion to the Native Commissioner, Eshowe
Letter elaborating on a telephone call about one T.W.S. Mthembu and his activities; includes noteworthy passing references to the Bantu Authorities Act and Bantu education.
Congratulates Champions on the stand taken by the NRC in the campaign to abolish the Pass Laws; invites him to a conference convened by the National Anti-Pass Council.