T S I E J POUCE GAZETTE. PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, APRIL 18, 1884. VOL. I., No. - 32. EBGXJLATIONS- 1. All announcements for insertion in the POLIOS GAZETTE, and all communications upon them should be addressed to THE EDITOR OP THE POLICE GAZETTE, GREAT SCOTLAND YARD, LONDON, S. W. _ _ . 2. Particulars concerning persons whose apprehension is sought will be inserted in one issue oj the POLICE GAZETTE, if they are sufficient to enable action to be taken upon them by another force. 3. Particulars as to stolen property will be likewise inserted in one issue, if sufficient to enable the article in question to be thereby identified. 4. In all cases where a reward is offered the name and address of some person responsible for the payment must be given, ani the exact conditions be clearly stated. 5. Portraits of persons whose apprehension is sought for serious offences, and engravings of stolen property, will be prominently inserted, with detailed particulars, at a cost of 15s. per . portrait, and of Is. 6d. per photograph or sketch of a stolen article, including the expense of engraving on wood. 6. Every announcement, if for the apprehension of a person, must be guaranteed by the signature of an officer of not less rank than Superintendent; and, if the name of such person be required to be inserted, and no warrant is in force against him, the requisition must be signed by the chief officer of police, or his immediate deputy, of the county, city, or boi'ough, as the case may be. 7. Announcements concerning stolen property must be guaranteed by an r ~' T of not less rank than Inspector, or analagous thereto. 8. Announcements of all persons to be apprehended or of stolen property bear a number, and art alphabetically arranged by counties. 9. The force which causes particulars concerning delinquents, or stolen property to be inserted in the POLICE GAZETTE, must, on their apprehension or recovery, at once transmit to the Editor notice of the fact, referring to the number of the announcement for insertion in the next issue. 10. In all cases, the officer signing the request for insertion of any announcement, will be wholly responsible for any proceedings which may result from such publication. 11. Announcements for the Friday issue should be forwarded so as to be received not later than noon on Wednesday, and for the Tuesday edition not later than Saturday morning. They must be clearly written on one side of the paper only, be in the usual form, and accompanied by a covering letter. 12. All payments must be in advance, either at the office, Great Scotland Yard, by cheque, crossed " Drummond § Co.," Post Office Order payable at Charing Cross, Postal Order, or in Stamps. 13. Advertisements are accepted for the POLICE GAZETTE through Mr. James Willing, 125, Strand, London, the sole Agent, who will furnish the rates on application. 14. Announcements concerning property lost or pwsons missing can only be accepted as advertisements. C. E. HOWARD VINCENT. COUNTY OF SOMERSET. APPOINTMENT OF CHIEF CONSTABLE. 62.— Candidates for the office of Chief Constable, which will become vacant on the 1st of July next, are requested to address their applications in writing ( marked " Chief Constable"), stating age, See., to the Clerk of the Peace, Wells, not later than the 7th May next. Copies only of testimonials should accompany ap- plications, but the originals should be forthcoming in the event of an applicant being required to attend before the Police Committee. The pay of the Chief Constable will ( subject to the approval of the Court of Quarter Sessions) be £ 500 per annum, with an allowance of a house ( as herein- after mentioned) and £ 100 per annum to cover all expenses and allowances whatever, except printing, advertising, telegrams, postage, and stationery. lie will be required to reside in the house occupied by the present Chief Constable at Glastonbury; he will occupy the house rent free, but he will have to pay the usual tenant's rates and taxes, and for gas and tenant's repairs. The salary above mentioned will include remunera- tion for all duties performed, whether as Chief Constable under the Contagious Diseases ( Animals) Act or otherwise. The appointment will be during the pleasure of the Justices in General Quarter Sessions assembled, and subject to such regulations as they may from time to time make. The following regulations, made by the Secretary of State, apply to the office:— His age, unless he is promoted or transferred from another office in the police, or under other special circumstances to be approved of by the Secretary of State, must not exceed 45 years. He must be certified by a Medical Practitioner to be in good health and of sound constitution, and fitted to perform the duties of the office. He must be recommended to the Secretary of State by the Magistrates, in whom the appointment is vested, as a person of good character and qualifications. Canvassing of the Justices by candidates or their friends, whether personally or by letter ( except by printed circular enclosing testimonials, if any), is viewed with disfavour by the court. " WILLIAM DUNN, Clerk of the Peace. Clerk of the Peace's Office, Wells, ' 8th April, 1884. IDENTIFICATION OF PRISONERS. The Editor desires to call attention to flic fact that all photographs of prisoners in custody, transmitted to the Director of Criminal Investigations, for purposes of identi- fication are seen by 1he police or waiders who visit all prisoners under remand, in the Metropolitan Police District three times a week. This system, established in 1879, has been the means of ascertaining the previous convictions of 7000 prisoners, and affords great facilities to Chief Officers of Police, and the Governors of Her Majesty's Prisons. _ Such photographs arc also compared with the albums in the Convict Office containing the portraits of all Convicts liberated in the Kingdom, which are further open to the personal examination of any police officer or warder. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. £ 10 0 REWARD. Whereas at 1.15 p. m., on Sunday, the 9tli March, 1884, ANNIE YATES was found dead at No. 12, Burton Crescent, St. Pancras, supposed haying been suffocated by a man unknown ; and whereas a verdict of Wilful Murder against some person or persons unknown has been returned by a Coroner's Jury :— A Reward of £ 100 will be paid by Her Majesty's Government to any person ( other than a person belonging to a Police Force in the United Kingdom), who shall give such information and evidence as shall lead to the discovery and conviction of the murderer or murderers; and the Secretary of State for the Home Department will advise the grant of Her Majesty's gracious to any accomplice not being the person who actually committed the murder, who shall give such evidence as shall lead to a like result. Information to be given to the Director of Criminal Investigations, Great Scotland Yard, S. W., or at any Police Station. < t I •' J ' V ' Ji ' • \ ' ' I "" BHfTfT^ HrajT ' MjaarMnWrlKCTrl 174 T H E P O L I C E G A Z E T T E. FRIDAY, APRIL 11, 1884. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT, 2.— WHEREAS about 1 a. m on the morning of 26th February, 1884, an EXPLOSION with felonious intent was caused in the Oloak Room of the London, Brighton and South Coast Railway, Victoria Station ; and WHEREAS about 5.30 p. m. the preceding day, 25th February, 1884, a brown leather portmanteau, 18 inches long, 11 inches wide, and 8 inches deep, containing dynamite and clockwork arrangements for exploding the same, was deposited in the Cloak Room of the Great Western Railway, Paddington Station; and WHEREAS between 6 and 8 p. m. on the same day, a black American cloth portmanteau [ much worn] 22 inches long, 11 inches wide, and inches deep, also containing dynamite, and similar arrangements to explode contents, was deposited in the Cloak Room of the South Eastern Railway Company, Charing Cross Station; and WHEREAS between 7 and 8 p. m. on the same day, a black leather bag, about 18 inches long, by 9 inches deep, with nickel fastenings, also containing dynamite, and similar arrangements to explode the contents, was deposited in the Cloak Room of the London, Chatham and Dover Railway, Ludgate Hill Station. All with felonious intent. Of the above reward, £ 1,000 will be paid by the Secretary of State for the Home Department to any person ( not being a member of a Police Force in the United Kingdom), who shall give such information and evidence as shall lead to the discovery and conviction of the person or persons by whom these crimes were caused or attempted, and the Directors of the London, Brighton and South Coast, Great Western, South Eastern, and London, Chatham and Dover Railway Companies, will pay on the part of each of those Companies a reward of £ 2S0, in addition to that offered by Her Majesty's Government, for the same information, and the Secretary of State for the Home Department will advise the grant of Her Majesty's most Gracious to any accomplice, not being the person who actually committed the crime, who shall give such evidence as shall lead to a like result. The following are the descriptions of Five Men supposed to have been concerned in these outrages:— 1st.— Age 40; medium height; hair light brown; moustache fair, rather long; dress, black ribbed cutaway coat, dark trousers, round black felt hat, black ribbed overcoat. An American. 2nd.— Age 28; height 5 ft. 4 to 6 in., . thin face ; complexion, hair, eyes, and moustache dark; dress, dark clothes, rough dark overcoat, round hard felt hat. An American. 3rd.— Age 29 ; height 5 ft. 10 or 11 in. ; large round red face ; light brown hair, slight moustache ; square built, turns his toes out when walking, soldierly appearance; dress, light tweed tourist suit, lace boots, soft felt hat. 4th.— Age 30; height 5 ft. 5 in.; brown hair, full beard ; small features, short thick neck, stiff built; dress, light brown mixture suit, black fur cap, white muffler, lace boots. 5th.— Age 25 ; height oft. 10in. ; fair complexion, dark beard and whiskers; dress, black overcoat, broad brimmed black soft felt hat. Information [ PRIVATE OR OTHERWISE] to be given to Chief Superintendent Williamson, Great Scotland Yard, S. W., or at any Police Station. TUESDAY, APRIL 15, 1 8 8 4 . T H E P O L I C E G A Z E T T E. O CITY OF LONDON. 3. £ 200 REWARD WHEREAS on the afternoon of Saturday, the 29th of March, 1884, EDWIN JAMES PERKINS was found murdered in the cellar of No. 8, Arthur Street, West, in the above city. A Reward of <£ 100 will be paid by the Commissioner of Police of the City of London to any person ( other than a person belonging to a Police Force in the United Kingdom) who shall give such information as shall lead to the discovery and conviction of the murderer or murderers, to which amount, with the same object, a further sum of <£ 100 will be added by Her Majesty's Government, and the Secretary of State will advise the grant of Her Majesty's gracious to any accomplice, not being the person who actually committed the murder, who shall give such evidence as shall lead to a like result. information to be given to the Inspector of the Detective Department, 86, Old Jewry, London, or at any Police Station. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT, 4.— Central Office ( C. I. D.)— For obtaining money by false pretences and unlawfully practising as a solicitor, WILLIAM COX, age 45, height 5 ft. 7 in., proportionate build, complexion florid, blotchcs on face, hair ( bald top of head), beard, and whiskers ( turning grey), fair, stoops slightly, and looks on the ground when walking ; dress shabby, dark clothes. May be found practising as a solicitor in a provincial town. Warrant issued. 5.— D Division.— For obtaining money by false pretences, ROSEL, age 30, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion pale, hair black ; dress, light grey tweed suit and black hard felt hat. A German. Warrant issued. 6.— G Division.— For stealing, 30 gold rings, 1 18c. 3 coil snake coloured, set 2 rose diamonds for eyes, 1 do. bright gilt, set 2 rose diamonds for eyes, l'do. coloured, 1 do. platina, 1 do. double snake, set 2 roses and 2 rubies, 1 do. sard, 1 do. blood stone Roman set bright gold, 1 do, blood stone dead set, 1 do. blood stone dead set, shield carved shoulder, 1 do. single stone coral, 1 do. thick, set bright ruby in centre, brilliant on each side, 1 do. dead set, and several set blood stones— VAUGHAN, age 27, height 5 ft. 5. in., stout, complexion pale, hair very fair, eyes hazel, peculiar twitching of the mouth when talking; dress, black frock coat, light tweed trousers, black felt hat, broad brim. Warrant issued. 7.— M Division.— Woodcut portrait and descrip tion of JOHN OWEN, who absconded, 3rd ult., stealing £ 213, the moneys of his employer, age 22, height 5 ft. 9 in., slight, thin face. complexion sallow, hair and . eyes dark ; dress, dark Newmarket overcoat, dark suit under, hard felt hat, which he usually wears on one side. Native of Southwark, Surrey. Information to the Director of Criminal Investiga- tions, Great Scotland Yard, London, SAY. CITY OF LONDON. 8— For fraudulent bankruptcy, JAMES CHAP- MAN, age 38 to 40, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fair, hair, whiskers, and moustache, light brown ; dress respectable. A solicitor, has resided at The Homestead, Shrewsbury Lane, Shooters Hill, and Clacton- on- Sca. Warrant issued. Information to Inspector McWilliam, Detective Department, Old Jewry, London. BERKSHIRE. 0.— Reading { Borough).— For stealing 15th inst, a silver Geneva watch, J plate, silver chain curl) pattern, S. 15. on swivel, silver compass attached, a black diagonal frock coat, a pair of small ribbed light tweed trousers, and a pair of men's white cotton drawers, A MAN age about 35, height medium, complexion fair, low forehead; dress, light tweed suit. Left behind a parcel containing two children's dresses supposed stolen. Information to Chief Supt. Purchase, Heading. CAMBRIDGESHIRE. 10.— Cam b riclge ( Borough :.— For . stealing a quan- tity of lead, timber, slate and drain pipes, JOSEPH LOWINGS, age about 32, height about 5 ft. G in., slight complexion, hair and eyes dark, moustache beard and whiskers ( slight ) dark, round shoulders, and carries his head forward when walking; dress, dark brown check suit, black hard felt hat. A bricklayer, has been in business as a builder. Warrant issued. Information to Head Constable, Turrall, Cambridge. CARNARVONSHIRE. 11.— C arnarvon ( County),— For stealing, in September, 1882, at Llandudno, a tricycle, No. 9509, jnakers, Hillman, Herbert & Cooper, Coventry, HALL, age about 21, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes brown, very large feet; dress, brown suit. Had in his possession a medal marked Hall and Brown, Ludgatc- iiill and Dublin. Warrant issued. 12.— Carnarvon { County).— For obtaining money by false pretences, HUGH WILLIAMS, alias CALEB GLEEIIII. L, age about 50. height about 5 ft. 10 in., stout, complexion fiesh. hair daik brown, whiskers ( turning grey) dark ; dress, dark overcoat, vest, and trou- ers, and high black hat. Information to Chief Constable Clayton, Carnarvon. 176 T H E P O L I C E G A Z E T T E. FRIDAY, MARCH 28, 1884. CHESHIRE. 13.— Altrincham { County).— For failing to notify change of address and obtaining money by false pre- tences.— License holder THOMAS JAMES, Office No. 23789, age 38, height 5 ft. 1 in., complexion dark, hair and eyes brown, lost 3 top teeth, scars on head, under throat, in right palm, on 2nd right and 1st left lingers, hairy mole on chin. Sentenced at Gloucester the 9th April, 1878, to 7 years penal servitude for larceny. Licensed 8th December, 1883, lleg. No. 461. Warrant issued. Photograph can be obtained on application. Information to Supt. Leigliton, Altrincham. 14.— Runcorn { County).— For failing to report.— License holder WILLIAM POWER. Office No. 19856, age 37. height 5 ft., complexion sallow, hair dark brown, eyes hazel, 3 moles on right arm, long thin nose, ruptured side. Sentenced at Chester 17 th December, 1874, to 10 years penal servitude for beastiality. Licensed 22nd August, 1882, Reg. No. 732A'. Information to Supt. Williamson, Runcorn. 11.— Stockport, { Borough).— For stealing, 27th \ ilt.. a silver Geneva stop watch, centre seconds, No. 78194, and 29th ult, a lady's small gold Geneva watch, gold dial. No. 105062, long fine silver neckchain, sma! l watch key attached. A blue black cloth jacket, trimmed black fur. A plain white flannel petticoat, calico binding— MARY LEONARD, age about 35, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion pale, hair ( wavy in front) dark, high cheek bones, masculine appearance, good teeth, one upper front tooth deficient, large scar on chin and temple : dress, brown trimmed black, old black shawl and bonnet, trimmed red, sidespring boots. A tailoress. Stated she had been employed by Messrs. Coop, Wigan, and has often spoken about Brighton and London. Information to Chief Constable Staples. Stockport. DERBYSHIRE. 16.— Derby { Borough)— For stealing, 21st ult., a gold watch, chain, key and locket ( recovered) and a large oval gold brooch, yellow stone in centre, a pair of embossed oval shape gold ear- drops, A MAN, age 30 to 35, height, 5 ft. - 1 or 5 in., slight, complexion sallow, moustache dark brown; dress, brown over- coat, black felt hat, carried an umbrella; and a WOMaN, age about 30, tall and slight, complexion fair, hair light, small eyes and high cheekbones ; dress, claret colour, Newmarket ulster, dark hat and short black veil, wore a gold chain outside ulster, and carried a small bag and umbrella. They spoke with a foreign accent, and are believed to- be Germans, Information to Chief Constable, Delacombe, Derby. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 17.— Cheltenham { County).— Vor stealing £ 10, EDGAR PAGE, age about 32, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in , complexion pale, hair, moustache, and beard ( straight) dark, eyes large, thick lips, stoops slightly and walks quickly; dress, dark overcoat, ditto under, and high black hat; carries an umbrella. Native of Chelten- ham. May endeavour to emigrate. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. McRae, Cheltenham. HEREFORDSHIRE. 18.— Hereford { City).— For stealing 1 brown speckled ulster, with breast pocket, 2 black ribbed cloth jackets ( one with buttons down back, the other double- breasted) ; 3 dresses ( two blue and white check, one grey alpaca trimmed black) ; 2 pairs boots ( one lace, one sidespring) ; 1 brown skirt trimmed black velvet; 1 grey linsey striped petticoat; and a brown black alpaca umbrella, 1 black chip hat, trimmed velvet and blpck feather:— HARRIET LLEWELLYN, age 20, short, complexion and hair fair, eyes very light blue ; native of Shirley, near Birmingham ; and MARY POWYS, age 16, medium height, complexion and hair dark, lisps slightly ; native of Downton, near Ludlow. Both supposed dressed in stolen property. Information to Chief Constable Richardson, Here- ford. KENT. 19— Borstal Prison).— 29th ult., escaped at 8.30 a. m., HENRY BIGNALL, a convict, age 24, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, liair brown, eyes blue ; dress, prison clothing, drab jacket vest, and breeches, marked with broad arrow, blue stockings with red stripes. Information to the Governor, 11, M. Convict Prison, Borstal, near Rochester. LANCASHIRE. 20.— Little Bolton { County).— For stealing, 24th ult., at Blackrod, two watches ( one silver lever, stop, maker. Thomas Milner, Wigan, on dial. No. 1745, long silver chain attached, one silver, plated or gold hands maker, ( supposed) Richard II. Entwistle, No. 2921), and some silver and copper coins, A MAN, qge about 30, height, 5 ft. 1 in., hair and moustache dark brown, round1 shoulders, birthmark right of forehead; dress, dark mixture coat and vest, black cloth trousers, sidespring boots, black hard felt hat. Supposed native of Wigan.. Information to Supt. Holland, Little Bolton. £ 1 Reward. 21.— Old Trafford { County).— For stealing, 19th ult., at Eccles, a small square brass travelling clock, glass sides, about 8 in. high and 4 in. wide; a lady's small dark brown sealskin bag, containing a Nor- wegian knife, maker, " Wliksted," on blade, a MAN, age about 26, height 5 ft. 6 in., slight, stoops slightly, hair and moustache dark ; dress, black felt hat and low shoes. The above inward will be paid by Major Chadwick, 3 Belgravc- crescent, Eccles, for the apprehension and conviction of the thief or thieves and recovery of the property. £ 1 Reward. 22.— OI dT rafford( County).— For stealing between 27th and 28th ult.. at Didsbury, a silver inkstand, about 11 in. long, 7 in, wide, and 6 in. high ; two cut glass bottles ( silver tops), taper stand in centre, hollow at bottom for pens. Presented to Richard Allen, Esq., in affectionate remembrance of his late patient and friend, Alice Simpson, engraved thereon — a MAN, age about 26, height 5 ft, 7 or 8 in., slight, com- plexion fair, hair dark, dress dark coat and trousers and black soft felt hat. The above reward w'll be paid by 11. Allen, Esq. Grange Lane, Didsbury, for the apprehension of the thief or thieves and recovery of the property. 23.— Old Trafford { County). — For stealing, 31st ult., at Crumpsall, 5 brooches ( 1 gold, nearly square, C. W. or C. W. W. thereon set grey- hair, 1 pearl, oval shape, twisted gold rim, 1 small square gold, hair in centre, 1 jet twisted pattern. 1 silver twisted pattern, pin deficient). 1 lady's gold pencil case, pistol shape, set 4 or 5 blue stones, one deficient; 3 rings ( 1 gold wedding, 1 gold double hoop with hair between, 1 pearl half hoop); 1 silver fruit knife, pearl handle; 1 silver- plated locket with photo of lady and gentleman ; 2 enamelled gold shirt studs; 1 smelling bottle with 2 silver tops.— Two MEN and a WOMAN, 1st, age 44. height 6ft. complexion fair, hair and whiskers ( slight) sandy; dress, dark clothes, soft felt hat, and side spring boots ( old). 2nd, age about 30, height 5ft. lin., complexion hair and whiskers dark, dress dark brown coat and trousers, and soft felt hat. 3rd, age about 38, height 5ft. com- plexion dark, hair dark brown, dress, shawl, and bon- net black. Information to Supt. Bent, Old Trafford. 24.— Liverpool, { City). — For embezzling, on the 12th ult., £ 33 14s. 2d., HENRY WOOLLEY, age about 20, height 5 ft. 8 in., slight hair red, moustache sandy. A clerk. Native of Sandbach, Cheshire. Warrant issued. £ 5 Reward. 25.-— Liverpool { City).— For stealing, 27tli ult., £ 240, ALEXANDER FORSYTH ANDERSON, may assume the name of ALEXANDER SMITH, age about 40, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., square shoulders, complexion ruddy, haggard appearance, hair ( bald top of head), whiskers, and moustache dark sandy or brown, slight cast in both eyes, usually dressed in dark overcoat, brown suit, and felt hat, wears a large link pattern gold guard; late Master of the Brownlow Hill Workhouse ; supposed to have about £ 300 in his possession, and may endeavour to leave the country. It is requested that enquiries may be made at shipping offices and seaports. Native of Aberdeen. Warrant issued. The above reward will be paid by II. J. Ilagger, Esq., Clerk to the Select Vestry, Liverpool, for his apprehension. 26.— Liverpool { City).— For failing to report.— l icense holders MARY BRENT alias ROACH, Office No. 22506, age 61, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion pale, hair sandy, eyes hazel, scars on forehead ( large), face, and left arm, lost top teeth. Sentenced at Liverpool the 13th August, 1873, to 15 years penal servitude for uttering. Licensed 27th August, 1883. Reg. No. Z 140. — JAMES BUTLER, Office No. 24260, age 40, height, 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, lloil mark right of neck, mole on right shoulder. Sentenced at Liverpool, 21st March, 1880 to five years penal ser- vitude for larceny ( person). Licensed 15tli March 1884. Reg. No. G 311.— WILLIAM NUSTON, Office No. 24311, age 39, height 5 ft. 8 in,, complexion dark, lost left arm, mole small of back. Sentenced at Liverpool the 9tli July, 1879, to 5 years penal servi- tude for larceny ( person). Licensed 13th March, 1884. Reg. No. F 600.— GEORGE WILSON, alias ATKINSON, Office No. 24044, age 32, height, 5 ft. 3 in., complexion dark, hair dark blown, eyes brown. Scars in right groin and end of left thumb. Sentenced at Liverpool the 24th April, 1878, to 7 years penal servitude for Housebreaking. Licensed 18tli January, 1884. Reg. No. E 474. 27.— Supervisees.— WILLIAM BURNS, Office No. 19794, age 31, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, rings on 3rd and 4th left fingers, long scar on left elbow. Sentenced at Liverpool the 26th August, 1875, to 7 years penal servitude, and 7 years police supervision lor larceny ( person). Liber- ated 18th August, 1882. Reg. No. V. B. 1002.— DAVID GLENN alias GLYNNE, Office No. 23888, age 23, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey. Male and female's head on right arm, man's head on left, moles on face and neck. Sentenced at Liverpool the 17th May, 1 883, months imprisonment and 5 years police supervision for shop lifting. Liberated 16th January. 1884. Re< r No. 1735.— ANTHONY EVANS « /. Vw JOHN DAVIS, Office No. 24026, age 35, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresli, hair brown, eyes grey. Scars on right W ( burn), and right of belly. Sentenced at Cardiff the 19th February, 1874, to 10 years penal servitude, and 5 years police supervision for larceny. Liberated 18th February, 18^ 4. Reg. No. A 885. — CHRIS- TOPHER GARRITY, Office No. 18572, age 21, height, 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fair, hair brown, eyes blue. Blue spot left of forehead, burn mark on right side. Sentenced at Liverpool the 8th June, 1881 to 8 months imprisonment, and 5 years police supervision. Liberated 29th March, 18* 4. Reg No. 1544.— THOMAS SPELMAN. Office No. 24585, age 44, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion, fresh, hair and eyes grev. Scars on bridge of nose and right cheek. Sentenced at Liverpool the 27th July, 1883, to 8 months imprisonment and 3 years police supervision for larceny. Liberated 26tli March 1884. Reg. No. 2046.— WILLIAM CONIIOY alias HENRY WATSON and GEORGE GIBSON, age 21, height, 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fair, hair black, eyes brown. Sentenced at Belfast the 13th February, 1883, to 12 months imprisonment and 3 years police supervision for larceny. Liberated 12th February, 1884.— J A M E S HI L L alias T I ]> GREGORY, age 39, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fair, hair dark brown, eyes grey. Scars on forehead and penis ( large), lost 4 top teeth. Sentenced at Birmingham the 23rd June, 1875, to 7 years penal servitude and 3 years police supervision for larceny. Liberated 24th December, 1883. Reg. No. B 749. £ 10 Reward. 28.— Liverpool ( City).— Woodcut portrait and description of WILLIAM JAMES SEFTON, wanted for embezzling £ 49 5s. 3d., on 13th ult., age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., slight, complexion sallow, hair, moustache ( slight} and side whiskers fair, dress- respectable and wears spectacles. I/ ate a collector in the employ of the Cheshire Lines Committee. Warrant issued. The above reward will be paid by David Meldrum, Esq., Manager of the Cheshire Lines Committee, for his apprehension. Information to Chief Supt. Williams, Liverpool. 29.— Manchester { City).— For obtaining £ 12 by fraud, DOUGLAS P. STANLEY, age 33, height, 5 ft. 7 in., complexion light, moustache heavy; dress, long check overcoat, and black felt hat. Supposed wanted at Hull, Grimsby, and other places for similar offences. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Wood, Manchester- 30.— Accrington Buroui/ h).— For embezzling on the 22nd ult., £ o, WILLIAM BAMFORD, age about 36, height 5 ft. 7.1 in., complexion fresh, hair, whiskers ( long and bushy), and moustache dark brown, eyes grey or blue, walks quickly and erect; dress, long overcoat, black frock under'ditto, black soft felt hat, low shoes. A hawker of coals, has been in the army and lias a brother, a blacksmith, residing at Rochdale- Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Beattie, Accring- ton. NORFOLK. 31.— Norwich Citif.— For obtaining goods bv fraud, Captain WALTER T. COUltTENEY. age about 35, height 5 ft. 0 or 7 in., hair ( turning grey) dark, eyes grey; dress, black diagonal suit, maker James Marrow, Chichester- street, Belfast, on collar, and high black hat, or brown mixture suit, or sea captain's uniform, with two medals on breast. This man was in Belfast 6 weeks since representing himself as Capt. Alfred Paget, and obtained a suit of clothes. s Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Ilitcliman, Norwich. FRIDAY, MARCH 28, 1884. T H E P O L I C E G A Z E T T E. 177 NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. 32.— Wellingborough ( County).— For failing to report.— License holder ABSALOM DRAGE, Office No. 22477, age 27, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, scars on right cheekbone, head, inside left arm ( burn). Sentenced at North- ampton the 29th December, 1877, to 7 years penal servitude for burglary. Licensed 24th August, 1883. Keg. No. E 22. Information to Supt. Bailie, Wellingborough. OXFORDSHIRE. 33.— Oxford ( County).— For stealing 9th inst. < it Culham a pair of men's lace boots, kid tops, calf goloshes, three or four hooks on each side near top, very narrow toes, STEPHEN FRITTER alias GEORGE GODDARD, age 21, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion light, sharp features, hair light brown; dress, cord suit ( dirty), white buttons on vest, trousers very ragged at bottoms. Convicted for drunkenness at Abingdon. Berks, on 2nd inst. Information to Dep.- Ch. Constable Fernsby, or to Inspector Sutton, Oxford. STAFFORDSHIRE. 34.— Burslem ( County).— For stealing, 23rd ult., at Sneyd Green, a pair of lace boots, some cheese, and bacon,' WILLIAM HENSIIAW, alias THOMPSON and ROWSON, age 38, height 5 ft. 7| in., complexion fresh, hair, whiskers, beard, and moustache dark, eyes hazel, G. U. N. E. B., C. R., cross, and wreath right arm, anchor and unicorn left arm, bracelet back of each wrist, stand and cross pipes back of right hand, gunner and spots back of left hand, blue ring back of each third finger, D. D. D. left side, scar from wound left shin; dress, dark tweed jacket and vest, cord trousers, brown felt hat, and clogs. A tramp. Native of Ravnor, Cheshire. Has been convicted at Knuts- ford. Chester, Doncaster, Stafford, and Glossop. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Superintendent Hill, Burslem. SUSSEX ( EAST). 35.— Horsham ( County).— For cutting, 1st inst., hair from seven horses' tails,— A MAN, age 43, height 5ft. 7in., stout, dress black cloth coat, blue cloth patches on shoulders, cord trousers, black hard felt hat. A tramp. Committed a similar offence, 27th ult., at Patcham, East Sussex. Information to . Deputy Chief Constable Henderson, Horsham. 36.— Hastings ( Borough).— For stealing, 9tli inst., £ 4, gold and silver, A WOMAN, age about 24 or 25, height medium, complexion and eyes dark, hair ( worn over forehead) very dark; dress, long broche velvet jacket, trimmed dark fur, small black hat. This woman enters drapers' and other shops during the busiest part of the day and commits larcenies from ladies' hand- bags while the attention of the customers is taken by the shopmen who are serving them. She is supposed to have committed similar offences at Brighton and Eastbourne. £ 1 Reward. 37.— Hastings ( Borough).— Woodcut portait and description of CLEMENTINA MATTHEWS, wanted for deserting her male child, 27th December last, age about 26 or 27, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion fair, hair dyed golden colour, eyebrows darker, of ladylike appearance, well educated and dresses well; may assume the name of Bradshaw, and is supposed to be cohabiting with a man of that name. Has a 38.— Hastings ( Borotigh).— For stealing, 3rd inst., three horse- clipping machines and a pair of scissors, at St. Leonards, FRANK CARVER, age 30 to 35. height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fair, hair and sma'. l moustache light, eyes grey ; dress, black coat ( old), pockets on hips and vest, light trousers, and black hard felt hat. A tramping stableman. Has been in the army. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Glenister, Hastings. SUSSEX ( WEST). 39.— Worthing ( County).— For stealing a brooch made from a five shilling piece, a riding whip, cane handle, silver knob, which forms a fox's head, hammer, and spur:— COCKNEY CHARLEY, age 21, height 5 ft., complexion, hair, slight moustache, and eyes dark, scar left heel; dress, dark fustian jacket, raised seams, pockets on hips, plaid vest, cord tiouser. s, bell bottoms, red and white neckerchief ( dirty), black hard felt hat, side spring boots, elastic deficient in left. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Silvester, Worthing. WARWICKSHIRE. 40.— Leamington ( Borough).— For stealing, 4th inst., a 48- in. bicycle, Coventry make, painted dark, picked out yellow, lock nutted spokes, one deficient in front wheel',— J. JACKSON, 19, Queen Street, Leam ington ( false), age 25 to 30, height 5 ft. 8 in., thin features, hair and moustache light brown; dress, long snuff- coloured overcoat, and black felt hat. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Brabner, Leamington. WORCESTERSHIRE. 41.— Worcester ( County).— For failing to report. — License holder WILLIAM DAVIS, Office No. 23590, age 27, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes blue, scars on head, back, and chest ( secondary), left of throat, in right groin, and on right kneecap, varicose veins left leg. Sentenced at Worcester, the 5th January, 1880, to 5 years penal servitude and 7 years police supervision for larceny. Licensed 22nd December, 1883. Reg. No. G 85. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Wor- cester. YORKSHIRE ( NORTH RIDING). 42.— South Stockton ( County).— For stealing sheep ( recovered), WILLIAM DRESSER, age 40, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, round face, hair brown, whiskers ( shaved on chin) sandy ; dress, dark cloth coat and dark cord trousers, or brown suit, and black felt or dark cloth hat. Recently a small farmer, and formerlv an ironstone miner ; native of Skelton, near Guisb'orough. May endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Information to Superintendent Hutchinson, South Stockton. YORKSHIRE ( WEST RIDING). 43— Goole ( County).— For failing to report.— License holder THOMAS BURKE, Office No 18479. age 39, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair brown ( bald on top), eyes grey, birthmark on left ribs, scars on forehead and back of neck ( boil), lost several teeth. Sentenced at Sheffield the 18th May, 1874, to 10 years penal servitude and 7 years police supervision for larceny ( person). Licensed 2nd February, 1882. Reg. No. S A 1060. Information to Supt. Dixon, Goole. [. See Latest Information."! PERSONS IN CUSTODY. DURHAM. 44.— Durham ( City).— Committed for trial at Durham Assizes, on the 28th inst., for picking pockets, JOHN WILSON ( supposed false), age 48, height 5 ft. 5] in., slight, oval face, complexion fresh, hair ( turning grey) and eyes brown, one tooth right side of upper jaw deficient; dress, broad ribbed diagonal overcoat, narrow ribbed diagonal vest, cloth trousers, two striped shirts, mauve necktie, lace boots, and black hard felt hat. Carried a dark grey cloth overcoat. States he is a native of Liverpool. Pre- viously convicted. Information to Chief Constable Smith, Durham. KENT. 45.— Ashford ( County).— Remanded till 22nd inst. for stealing a watch ( recovered), MARY GILLIGIN, age 24. height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion dark, hair dark brown, eyes grey ; dress, marone, three flounces, black diagonal jacket, white felt hat trimmed with red velvet and white feather. Supposed a native of Deptford. Information to Supt. Noakes, Aehford. YORKSHIRE ( NORTH RIDING). 46.— Middlesborough ( Borough). — Committed to Northallerton Gaol, for three months hard labour for larceny, ALEXANDER GREEN, age 19, height 5 ft. 7.2- in.', complexion sallow, hair light brown, eyes hazel, sailor, gun, flag and large scar left forearm, II. right forearm, dots both hands and wrists. A seaman ; native of Portsmouth , states he has resided at Bermondsey. Supposed previously convicted and wanted for similar offences elsewhere. 47.— Middlesborough ( Borough).— Remanded till 18ch inst., for larceny, ROBERT RAMSEY, age 41, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion ruddy, hair and moustache ( heavy) dark brown, scar on nose and left cheek, anchor and H. R. right forearm ; dress, blue serge coat, brown tweed vest, grey cloth trousers, white muffler, and dark cloth cap ; a seaman ; native of Liverpool. Has been sailing in American vessels to and from various ports in England. Supposed previously convicted and wanted for similar offences. Information to Chief Constable Saggerson, Middles- borough. [ See Latest Information.] PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 48.— A Division.— Between the 17th and 23rd December last, from Osborne House, Isle of Wight, a gold pin, medallion of the late Mr. John Brown, J. B., 1883, in front, Y. I. R. in monogram at back. 49.— N Division.— 7th inst., 12 silver teaspoons, King's pattern ; a small chased silver mug, gilt inside, Gift from godparent. Mary Morris, to their godson," tlicreon ; a dark brown silk umbrella, light handle, silver band : 2 pair kid gloves ( one dark green, one yellow); 1 white handkerchief, marked S. or M. S. in cotton, and 200 cigars. 50.— N Division.— 7th inst., 1 pair sugar tongs, 1 tea spoon (•• J. A. S."), 2 sugar sifters ( one large, one small), 1 large brooch, two birds thereon; 1 pair earrings, acorn pattern ( all silver); a black diagonal overcoat ( new). 51.— V Division.— Woodcut engraving and descrip- tion of plate stolen :— ; No. 1. A silver muffiniere ( foreign make), weight, ' 3ozs. 12 dwts. sister named Hill, residing at 21, Blomfield- road, Shepherd's- Bush, whom she frequently visits, and calls for letters at Kelly's, Vigo- street, Regent- street. The above reward will be paid by A. Inskipp, Esq., Clerk to the Guardians, Hastings, for her appre- hension. 18 T H E P O L I C E G A Z E T T E. FRIDAY, MARCH 28, 1884. No. 2. Two silver salt spoons, showing crest. Nos. 3, 4 and 5. Four large silver dessert spoons, showing bowl and handle, back and front. Information to the Director of Criminal Investiga- tions, Great Scotland Yard, London, S. W. BEDFORDSHIRE. . 52.— Biggleswade { County).— 10th inst., from the booking office, Shefford Railway Station, 2 silver Geneva watches :— 1st, No. 34847. maker J. J. Dent, Long- lane, City; 2nd, maker, W. Yandell, London. Information to Supt. Bedlow, Biggleswade. ence Bonds, Coupons 10s. each, Nos. 087448, 087449, 087450, 101844, 102578, 102579, 102580, 102581, 102582, 102583, 102584, 102585, 102586,102587 and 102588 ; 2 Hungarian 4 per cent, bonds, coupons £ 2 each, Nos. 234833 and 234834; 1 Brazilian bond, coupon £ 2 10s., diplomas in name of Doctor W. Donaldson. The above reward will be paid by Dr. William Donaldson, Llanidloes, Montgomeryshire, for the apprehension and conviction of the thief or thieves and recovery of the property. Information to Chief Constable Danily, Newtown. HAMPSHIRE. 53.— Southampton { County).— 30tli ult., from Thornhill House, Bitterne, a small brass travelling clock, 3 inches high, maker, Blaquet, or Bolque, thereon. . 15 old fashioned gold seals ( 1 square, stone deficient, 1 oval blood- stone, motto, " Ya on je voudrais etre," 1 shape of a bear, engraved " Louie," 1 a round amethyst, engraved D." 1 oblong white stone, lion rampant, 1 large crystal, 1 white stone, Willam arms, lion rampart on shield, 1 red stone, key and letter, yellow or green stone, stag behind paling, m° tto, " Spes mea in futuro est," 1 red stone, initials " J. W., 1 small white stone, engraved " R.," 1 shape of thumb ring, large red stone, a boar under and chained to a tree, motto " Lock Sicker," and under a coat of arms, heart crowned, 1 large red oval, Douglas crest, Loch Sicker, 1 reversible watch key, " F. W." one side, lion rampant the other, 1 supposed white stone, engraved " Louisa "). Two silver inkstands, each fitted with 3 bottles. 1 silver telescopic pen and pencil case. 1 silver- plated monastery bell, 0 inches high and 5 inches in diameter, the names of the four evan gelists with their symbols, lion, man's face, bull, and eagle thereon. 1 small magnifying glass, ivory handle. 1 dark Irish freeze ulster, 55 inches long. Information to Supt. Mintram, Bitterne, Southamp- ton. 54.— Winchester { City).— 17th ult., from No. 7, City- road :— A gold albert, small link pattern. 5 shirt studs ( 3 plain gold star shape, 2 round pearl). 2 oval shape, double, gold sleeve links, raised star in centre. A brown tweed jacket. 26th ult., from Winchester Barracks, an E flat flute ( nearly new), No. 1281, maker, S. A. Chapell New Bond- street, London, in a dark wooden case about 15 inches long, and 4 inches wide. Information to Head Constable Morton, Win- chester. £ 5 Reward. 55— Winchester { City).— Since 20th ult., a lady' open face gold English lever watch, white enamelled dial, engine- turned case, No. 2615. The above reward will be paid by Mr. A. E. Brown 66, High- street, Winchester, for the apprehension of the thief or thieves, and recovery of the property. Information to Head Constable Morton, Winchester LANCASHIRE. £ 5 Reward. 56.— Old Trafford ( County\ — 4th inst., at Higher Openshaw :— 4 watches ( one gent's gold lever, white dial, " Pre sented to Thomas Parkin by John and Elizabeth Dodd. for his services as executor of the late James Swift " engraved thereon : one gent's gold lever, lar^ size, gold dial; one gent's silver geneva, " William Walker, marksmith," engraved on works ; one lady's gold, white dial, " Jane Parkin, 1880 " engraved " on inner case); 1 dull gold albert, set pink stone ; 1 gold scarf pin, shape of a knot; 1 African gold ring ; 1 oval shape silver brooch, gold flowers. The above reward will be paid by Mr. Thomas Parkin, Higher Openshaw, for the apprehension of the thief or thieves and recovery of the property. Information to Supt. Bent, Old Trafford. £ 5 Reward. 57.— Manchester { City).— 13th ult.:— A lady's gold_ Geneva watch, No. 11119, maker Nicholas Tragheim. A long gold chain, Prince of Wales pattern. A gold necklet, ribbed pattern, gold locket with red stone and centre attached. Five silver drinking cups \ A silver sugar box I T Twelve silver tea spoons , ~ No' 84 thereon. Six silver mustard spoons ) A silver biscuit box, No. 12 thereon. A pair of silver bracelets, 2 inches wide, flowers and a bird engraved on each. Information to Chief Constable Wood, Manchester The above reward will be paid by Mr. Jacob Fein berg, 46, York- street, Cheetham, Manchester, for the apprehension of the thief or thieves and recovery of the property, or in proportion to the amount recovered MONTGOMERYSHIRE, £ 50 Reward. 58.— Montgomery ( County).— Between 14th Feb and 15th ult., at Llanidloes :— 15 Egyptian Prefer YORKSHIRE ( WEST RIDING.) 59.— Dewsbury { County).— 11th inst., at Ossett: 11 pairs of rag clipping shears, marked " shearer" on blade; a cigar box containing 14s. in shillings and sixpences; a collecting box, 9 inches long, 6 inches wide and 4 inches deep, " District Hospital" thereon, containing 10s. ( boxes found, minus contents) ; a small rosewood American clock, 10 inches high and 6 inches wide, flowered glass door. Information to Supt. Airton, Dewsbury. \_ See Latest Information.] ANIMALS, & c., STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 60.— N Division,— 11th inst.. at Chigwell, Essex, a light grey cart mare ( thickset), 15 hands, slightly mottled on head, off fore foot small, walks wide behind, long mane and tail. 57.— X Division.— 3rd inst., at Notting Dale, a dark bay gelding, 15 hands, white star on forehead, lame near hind leg, tail cut square. Information to the Director of Criminal Investiga tion, Great Scotland Yard, London, S. W. CHESHIRE. 61.— Broxton { County).— Between 9tli and 10th inst., at Burwardsley, a' brown gelding ass, aged, spavin on right hock, long ears. Information to Supt. Plant, Broxton. LATEST INFORMATION. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. CHESHIRE. 67.— Stockport { Borouyh).— For stealing, 10th inst., a gold wedding ring, 22 carat, large size, worn- double- breasted brown cloth vest, bone buttons to match, and a quantity of wearing apparelRUT H BRIERLY, alias REYNOLDS and HARTLEY, age about 47, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., complexion fresh, hah light brown, tipper front teeth deficient, small hole in right cheek, dress brown, flounce at bottom, dark shawl which she wears over her head, black jacket and side- spring boots ( old) ; addicted to drink. She is accom- panied by her daughter, SARAH HANNAH, age about 8, complexion and hair dark ; dress, old black silk jacket, black frock, blue flounces at bottom, small apron, fastens with elastic, and lace boots ( old). May be found at common lodging- houses in neighbouring towns, and has acted as deputy at most of the houses she has stayed at. £ 2 Reward. 68.— Stockport { Borouyh).— Amended informa" tion of J OHM DIVISION ( see POLICE GAZETTE. Case No. 12, 11th inst) :— SHELIA ZIMMERMAN. alias JOHN DIVISION ( supposed false), age 46, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion sallow, hair light brown eyes grey, scar three inches long under left jaw, large scar back of neck, bullet wound near left ankle. Convicted at King's Lynn in June, 1882, for a similar offence. Information to Chief Constable Staples, Stockport, by whom the above reward will be paid for the appre- hension of Zimmerman and recovery of the property. PERSONS or BODIES FOUND CITY OF LONDON. 62.— Run over in Mansion- house- street, City, on 9th inst., and died in Guy's Hospital the following day— A MAN, age about 60, length 5 ft. 8 in, short moustache, hair grey; dress, dark coat and vest, dark tweed trousers, blucher boots, white shirt and socks, high hat, mourning band. Carried a black stick. On person, 2s. 8d. silver and bronze. Photograph may be seen on application. Information to Supt. Foster, Old Jewry, London. [ See Latest Information.! MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION. 8PEGIAL MEMORANDUM. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 63.— Description of three known thieves who have recently left New York, and are supposed to have come to this country :— lst— WILLIAM PORTER, alias PATTERSON and CLARK, age 38 to 40, height 5 ft. 8 in., medium build, complexion dark sallow, hair ( inclined to curl) dark brown, moustache ( medium) brown, eyes ( small, bright) dark, straight nose, scar from ulcer near end. This man is an expert " safe burglar, and usually operates by gaining access to adjoining premises and cutting through the walls. 2nd.— MICHAEL KURTZ, alias WERTSBERGER, GOODMAN, FOX, and SHEENEY MIKE, age. 35, height 5 ft. 3fin„ stout build, complexion, dark, hair and eyes black, straight nose, high cheekbones, ink dot on back, and mark on third finger, left hand. An American Jew, and probably speaks German, and is an expert burglar. 3rd— JAMES BURNS, alias BOYLE, age 41, height 5 ft. 10 in., stout build, full round face, regular features, complexion ( slightly ruddy) dark, hair black, may be wearing a slight dark beard, eyes blue, straight dignified appearance. A noted bank pick- pocket. These men are associates and will probably join expert thieves in this country with a view to committing larcenies in banks. Photographs may be seen on application to the Director of Criminal Investigations, Great Scotland Yard, London, S. W. PROPERTY RECOVERED. OXFORDSHIRE. 64.— Chipping Norton { County).— Tools ( see POLICE GAZETTE 11th inst. Case No. 68). APPREHENSIONS. 65— Oxfordshire, Banbury { Borouyh).— MAN, Case No. 87, 11th inst., property recovered. 66.— Lancashire, Liverpool { Ciiy).~ License holder PATRICK FOY, office No. 23797. See POLICE GAZETTE 29th July last. PERSONS IN CUSTODY, METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 69.— K Division.— Remanded at Worship- street Police Court till 11 a. m. 21st inst. for larceny ( person), — FRANK OLDFIELD, 14, George- yard. White- cliapel ( fake), age 28, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion, hair, eyes, and slight moustache, dark, scar over right eye ; dress, black ribbed cutaway coat and vest, brown tweed trousers, sidespring boots, hard felt hat. 69.— L Division.— Remanded at Southwark Police Court till 11.30 a. m. 21st inst., for felony, JESSIE HARlFORD, no fixed home, prostitute, age 23, height 5 ft. 2 in., complexion and hair dark, eyes hazel, scar from ab3cess right side of neck; dress, print, brown ulster, black hat, trimmed blue, black feather, sidespring boots; shabby appearance. Information to the Director of Criminal Investigations, Great Scotland- yard, London, S. W. MONTGOMERYSHIRE. 70.— Welshpool { County).— JESSE GOSTICIv ( see POLICE GAZETTE 11th int. Case No. 51), further remanded till 23rd inst. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Ellis, Welshpool. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 71.— C Division.— 15th inst., 1 gold necklet, rope pattern, joined in front for locket; 4 silver- plated teaspoons, 2 silver- gift tankards, 1 bunch of coral beads, 13 yards navy blue serge, 12£ yards new calico, 6 yards do., 1 black cashmere polonaise, 2 dark green tweed skirts ( one cream and red stripes, one grenadine with red satin bows), 1 blue and brown check gingham ( trimmed with lace), 2 kitchen dresses ( stripes), 1 dozen handkerchiefs ( fancy border), 3 chemises ( plain)— supposed by A MAN, age 18, height 5 ft. 6 in., dark; dress, black morning coat, black and grey trousers, low black hat. 72.— G Division.— 14th inst., 1 imitation black marble timepiece, 1 pair of light tweed trousers and vest ( stain on back of left leg in green paint), 1 silver brooch ( shield pattern), 1 silver locket ( oval shape), 1 silver bracelet ( snake pattern), 2 silk handkerchiefs ( one black and gold, one orange colour), and one 14- round ladder. 73.— N Division.— 14th inst., 4 watches ( 1 silver lever, and 3 lady's gold Geneva, dials of 2 deficient), 1 gold neckehain, square link pattern, 1 plain oval silver locket, with round link chain, 1 pair gold wire earrings, 1 common gold signet ring, green stone. 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