THE POLICE GAZETTE. PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, MAY 22, 1885. VOL. II., No. 146. REGULATIONS- 1. All announcements for insertion in the POLICE 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 22 T H E POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, MAY 15, 1885. CHESHIRE. II Birkenhead ( Borough).— For failing to re- port— License Holder ELIZABETH CHARLOTTE DUFF, Office No. 27449, age 17, height 5 ft. 2 in., com- plexion fresh, hair grey, eyes grey, scars on forehead and each arm. Sentenced at Nether Knutsford on the 20th May, 1879, to 7 years' penal servitude for larceny. Licensed 24th May, 1385. Y F 234.— Supervisee HENRY O'NEILL, Office No. 19313, age 39, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion sallow, hair black, eyes grey, short nose, scar on right cheek, rings on 2nd and 3rd left lingers, scars on head. Sentenced at Chester on the 5th August, 1874, to 10 years' penal servitude and 7 years' police supervision, with 20 lashes for robbery. Licensed 8th June, 1882. A 1254. Information to the Chief Constable, Birkenhead. 12.— Stockport ( Borough)— For being concerned with William Hy. Barratt, in custody ( see Case Xo. 63) in stealing, 2nd ult., from a Branch Post Office, £ 50 10s. in Bank of England notes and gold — CHARLES CLARK, alias CORNELIUS SHEEN, CON, and COCKNEY, age about 24, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion pale, hair ( very short) and moustache ( slight) light, slightly pock- pitted, speaks with a London accent; dress, black ribbed worsted coat and vest, dark tweed trousers, " Miller and Co., Liverpool," on buttons, turn down collar, broad tie with horseshoe pin set imitation diamonds, yellow kid gloves, black hard felt hat, of gentlemanly appearance. May be wearing a new silver hunter watch, No. 79722, maker " Lewiss, Liverpool." Stated to have been liberated from Walton Gaol, Liverpool, on 26th or 27th March last, after under- going 1 months' imprisonment for attempted till robbery. Has also been convicted in London, supposed in name of Cornelius Sheen— FREDERICK BRIDGE, age 23, height about 5 ft. 2 in., stout, complexion fresh, hair dark, moustache ( heavy) and eyes brown, full broad features ; dress, black ribbed worsted coat and vest, dark tweed trousers, " Miller and Co., Liverpool," on buttons, black hard felt hat, wears a heavy gold albert guard. A native of Manchester.— ADA , age about 25, short, medium build, hair ( cut short behind) black, eye3 blue, rather deaf; dress, black broche velvet jacket, round hat. Were seen at Clayton- square, Liverpool, about a week since. The men are well known to the Police at Manchester, Liverpool, London, & c., to betting men, flash prosti- tutes, and at betting clubs. 13.— Stockport ( Borough).— stealing 19th inst a quantity of wearing apparel ( recovered).— MARY or SARAH DYER, age 40 to 45, medium height and build, complexion florid, hair ( very short) dark, lost front teeth ; dress, black jacket, maroon coloured frock, red handkerchief round neck, black hat turned up all round, wore a pair of men's side- spring boots. Stated she came from a lodging- house at Manchester, 15th inst, and that she had been an inmate of the Man- chester Infirmary suffering from erysipelas, by which disease she lost her hair. It is requested that inquiry be made at common lodging- houses, < fcc. Information to Lieut.- Col. Staples, Chief Constable, Stockport. DERBYSHIRE. 14.— Derby ( County).— For stealing, 9th inst., at Long Eaton, a pair of striped cotton socks and £ 1 2s 6d. — WILLIAM BARBER, age 17, slight, height 4 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion sallow, hair dark ; dress, dark ribbed cloth jacket and vest, light tweed trousers, low shoes with cloth tops, black hard felt hat. Had with him a new suit of clothes and a pair of boots. A factory hand ; native of Long Eaton, Derbyshire. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Lawson, Derby. DURHAM. 15.— Durham ( County).— For stealing, 24th ult, a silver watch, No. 64926, maker, supposed " Gowland, Sunderland," " W. J. H." engraved on shield at back, and silver albert chain attached— Mrs. MAIN, age 35 to 40, complexion sallow, hair ( brushed back from fore- head) dark brown, eyes hazel, nose slightly turned up, speaks with a South- country accent; dress, double breasted brown ulster, navy blue dress with lace round neck and wrists, round black beaded bonnet. Carried an umbrella and carpet bag. Warrant issued. 16.— Durham ( County).— For bigamy at Coxhoe) 17th November last— JOHN WHITTAKER, age 47^ heights ft. 10 or 11 in., slight, hair ( turning grey), complexion, moustache and eyes dark, slightly knock- kneed ; dress, dark grey tweed jacket, trousers, and vest, light drab quartered cap with peak, or black coat and trousers, turban cap with fur round edge. A shoe- maker ; native of Yorkshire. Has worked at Crook, Chester - le - Street, Houghton- le Spring, and Castle Eden. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Dunn, County Constabulary Office, Durham. ESSEX. 17.— Colchester ( County)— For failing to report - Supervisee ROBERT BURCH SELF, Office No. 14298, age 32, height 5 ft. 3j in., complexion fresh, hair light sandy, eyes dark grey, small scar back of left hand, 2 pockmarks right side of forehead, lost two top front teeth. Sentenced at Chelmsford 5th March, 1874, to 7 years' penal servitude and 7 years' police supervision for burglary. Licensed 12th August, 1879. A 1020. Information to Supt. Daunt, Essex Constabulary) Colchester. 18.— Colchester ( Borough).— For stealing, 17th inst., from the Officers' Quarters at the Camp, a gentle man's gold Geneva watch, open face, black hands, bruise on back of case, glass cracked, maker " Le Compte, Geneva," No. 7076, a gold chain about a foot long, curb pattern, with three watch- keys attached, a pair of gentleman's lace boots, and a red and black striped cotton shirt, maker " Cox," marked in ink.— THOMAS HARRIS, a deserter from the Bedfordshire Regiment, age 26, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion swarthy, hair ( cut short and very thin) brown, eyes ( small) light brown, moles on back of neck, walks as if he had a slight injury to hip; dress, drab brown small check coat suit, the stolen shirt and boots. A bootmaker, native of Rushden, Northamptonshire. Information to Chief Constable Coombs, Colchester. GLAMORGANSHIRE. 19.— Cardiff ( Borough). — For stealing £ 50, 7th inst., - CHARLES PHILLIPS, a clerk, age 22, height 5 ft. 10 in., slight, complexion florid, pimples on face and neck, hair dark brown, moustache and side whiskers ( slight) sandy ; supposed wearing a reddish tweed jacket. May endeavour to go to America. Information to Head Constable Hemingway, Cardiff". 20.— Neath ( Borough). — For fraud, 6th inst. EDWARD LEWIS, alias EDWIN LEWIS, age about 37, height 5 ft. 9 in., hair moustache and imperial dark, lost third and fourth fingers of left hand ; dress, small brown plaid coat and vest, moleskin trousers, soft brown billycock hat, one of his boots cut near toe. A fitter, native of Melingriffith, near Cardiff, holds a certificate as second engineer, and has been employed at tin works. Information to Head Constable Phillips, Neath. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 21 — Fishponds ( County). — For larceny — THOMAS CHAMBERLAIN, a hawker of needles, buttons, & c., age 50, height 5 ft. 7 in., hair and whiskers black ; dress, brown cloth coat ( patched) or blue serge jacket, fustian trousers. Has been in the army. 22.— Fishponds ( County).— For larceny— ED- WARD ORGAN, age 22, height 5 ft. 1 or 2 in., com- plexion pale, hair light; dress, brown mixture suit, blue tie, lace boots, black bowler hat. A native of Bristol. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Matthews, Fishponds. KENT. 23.— Folkestone ( Borough).— For stealing, 2nd March last, a gold albert ( recovered) and a gold chronograph watch, " Improved Chronograph Patent" on open face— EDWARD JAMES YOUNG ( see Case ATo. 78, 8th inst.), age 16, height 5 ft. 2J in., complexion sallow, hair brown, eyes grey, two scars right side of lower jaw, scar from bite left thumb. Was a sailor on board the brigantine " Impetuos of Guernsey." Stated he was a native of Strutton- ground, Westminster.— TOM, alias " COCKNEY TOM," a sailor on board the same vessel, age about 20, height about 5 ft. 6 in., slight, complexion pale, hair light brown ; dress, sup- posed serge jacket, pilot trousers, cheese cutter cup. Supposed native of Camden Town, and to have been employed on the stage. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Taylor, Town Hall, Folkestone. LANARKSHIRE. 24.— Motherwell ( County).— Woodcut portrait and description of JAMES BOYD, whose apprehen- sion is sought for violent assault 6th ult., ago 22, height 6 ft 2 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, mous- tache light, eyes blue, small round face ; dress, black coat and vest, light tweed trousers, black hard felt hat; or dark tweed jacket and vest, light tweed trousers, cap of same material as jacket. Served in the Lanarkshire Constabulary for 18 months previous to 26th March last, and previous to that for about C weeks in the Royal Irish Constabulary. A gamekeeper ; native of Avelbane, Clontribet, Monaghan. Lately resided at Dalziel, Motherwell. Absconded 22nd ult. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Inspector Carmichael, County Constabulary Office, Hamilton. LANCASHIRE. 25,— Bacup ( County).— For larceny ( servant)— ALICE WOOD, alias KERSHAW and JANE WROE, a widow, age about 45, rather tall and slender, com plexion pale, hair dark, low forehead and thin face ; dress, brown- and- grey shawl, dark grey serge dress black bonnet, trimmed orange flower. May seek em- ployment as housekeeper or servant at a public- house. 26.— Blackburn ( County).— For stealing 1 18- carat gold English lever watch, No. 36197, white dial, steel hands ; 1 18- carat gold ditto, No. 313174; 1 silver English lever ditto, No. 11555, cream colour dial, gold hands- JAMES DAVIES, alias DAVIESON, a native of Glasgow, age 32, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in. complexion, hair, and moustache dark, one leg short and crooked, wears very thick sole and heel on boot, walks with a stick ; dress, dark cloth monkey jacket and trousers, hard billycock hat. Information to Supt. Myers, Blackburn. 27.— Bu ry ( County).— For obtaining money by false pretences — JAMES STAFFORD, age 40, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair ( bald on top) light sandy, whiskers and moustache sandy, eyes blue, clean and smart appearance ; dress, dark tweed coat, dark cord trousers and vest, low shoes, black billycock hat. A pensioner, late of 37th Regt.; native of Manchester. Information to Supt. Henderson, Bury. 28.— Old Trafford ( County).— For stealing, 13th inst., a gold lever watch, No. 11835, centre seconds, engine turned cases, white dial— CHARLES BRADY, age about 28, height 5 ft. 8 in., slight, complexion fair, hair light brown, long thin moustache, of smart ap- pearance ; dress, light brown cloth overcoat, dark worsted coat under, dark trousers and vest, hard felt hat. 29.— Old Trafford ( County).— For stealing, 11th inst., 1 new black serge vest, lined black Italian cloth ; 1 striped grey and white woollen shirt ( nearly new),. 1 pair half water- tight boots, with toe caps, have been soled; 1 white flannel shirt, 1 silver albert guard, curb pattern, pendant, with green stone one side and reddish ditto the other, attached ; 1 Canadian gold watch, with key shape of a pistol; 1 grey and black tweed coat, with small orange spots, 2 pockets outside, 1 inside left breast — JAMES BOURKE, alias MICHAEL BOURKE and SPIDER, age 28 to 30, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion freckled, hair and mous- tache very light ( nearly white), rather round shouldered ; dress, black coat ( faded) yellowish brown trousers, patched at knee, old lace boots, and cap. Supposed to have gone to Oldham, where a married sister resides. 30— Old Trafford ( County).— For stealing, 28th ult., at Failsworth, a suit of clothes. ALBERT LEE, age 12, ( small for his age), hair brown, eyes blue; dress light brown jacket, dark tweed trousers and vest, side spring boots, hard felt hat. 31.— Old Trafford ( County). — For being con cerned with William Henry Barrett ( in custody) in stealing on 31st March last a cash- box containing £ 4 from a grocer's shop at Longsight — CHARLES CLARKE, alias " CON," age 23 or 24, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion pale, moustache light, slightly pock- pitted, speaks with a London accent; dress, black worsted cloth coat and vest, dark tweed trousers with white stripe down side, turn- down collar, broad tie with gold horseshoe pin set with several small imita- tion diamonds, yellow kid gloves, black billycock hat,, of respectable appearance. Was liberated from Walton Gaol on 26th or 27th March, after undergoing one month's imprisonment for attempted till robbery in Liverpool. Has also been convicted for similar offences in London. Is accompanied by Fred Bridge, age about 23, height 5 ft. 2 in., stout build, complexion TUESDAY, MAY 22, 1885. T H E POLICE G A Z E T T E . 7 fresli, moustache ( slight) light, broad full face ; dress, new black worsted coat and vest, very heavy gold albert guard with large seal attached. A solicitor's clerk, native of Manchester, and is believed to have resided from January to the end of March in the neigh- bourhood of Soho- street, Liverpool, with a prostitute. Has been* convicted in London. These men now travel from town to town committing till robberies, and attend race meetings for betting purposes. Are now supposed to be in London or Liverpool, where they are well known. Warrant issued. 32.— Old Trafford ( County).— For failing to re- port- Supervisee ANN O'DONNELL, Office No. 21384, age 53, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion dark, hair brown, eyes brown, nose broken, scar on fore- head and upper lip, I. D. A. T. on left arm Sentenced at Manchester 15th June, 1882, to 12 months' im- prisonment and 7 years' police supervision for larceny. < 57475. Information to Supt. Bent, Old Trafford. 33.— Prescot ( County). — For failing to report- Supervisee CLOTILDA HUGHES, alias ELIZA- BETH HUGHES and MULHOLLAND, Office No. 18292, age 33, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion dark, hair dark brown, eyes hazel, scars on face. Sentenced at Ivirkdale 17th April, 1877, to 7 years' penal servi- tude and 7 years' police supervision for larceny Licensed 7th January, 1882. D 76. Information to the Superintendent, Prescot. 31.— Salford ( County).— For stealing £ 4 10s. 6d.— MICHAEL JOHN REID, alias REALEY, age about 40, height 5 ft. 9 in., slight, hair dark brown, moustache sandy, cut mark on nose ; dress, brown tweed jacket, Sight brown tweed trousers, side- spring boots ( old), black hard felt hat. Warrant issued. 35.— Salford ( County). — For stealing £ 3— GEORGE WILLIAM CHADWICK, age 16, very small for his age, complexion fresh, hair light, large scar across forehead, walks with a slovenly gait; dress, brown suit with white spots, hard felt hat. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Salford. 36— Liverpool ( City).— For failing to report- Supervisee THOMAS WEBB, Office No. 22157, age 35, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion dark, hair dark brown eyes grey, pockpitted. Sentenced at Bradford, 26th November, 1877, to 7 years' penal servitude and 5 years' police supervision for larceny. Liberated 25th November, 1884. D 1271. License Holder GEORGE RENTON, Office No. 2783S, age 25, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion sallow, hair dark brown, eyes blue, pockpitted. Sentenced at Liverpool, 15th January, 1881, to 5 years' penal servitude and 7 years' police supervision for house- breaking. Licensed 12th inst. H 59. Information to the Chief Superintendent, Detective Department, Liverpool. 37.— Manchester ( City). — For stealing £ 20 — EDWARD SEXTON, age 17, height 5 ft. 2 in., com- plexion fresh, hair brown ; drsss, light tweed suit, black billycock hat, may be wearing a long light overcoat. A native of Manchester. Not to be appre- hended out of the United Kingdom. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Rawlinson, Manchester. 33.— Blackburn ( Borough).— For stealing, 5tli inst., a mahogany box and scales ( recovered) LAS- CELLES ( supposed false), age about 50, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion sallow, hair and beard on chin grey, red lump about the size of a shilling under left ear, stoops slightly when walking ; dress, grey tweed coat and vest, light grey tweed trousers, collar and tie, black billycock hat. A timekeeper or clerk of works ; supposed native of London. Was at Burnley • 6th inst, and is supposed to have gone in the direction of Yorkshire. Information to Chief Constable Ward, Blackburn. 39— Rochdale ( Borough).— For failing to report- Supervisee JAMES HOPKINS, Office No. 18794, age 31, height 5 ft. 1 in., complexion sallow, hair and • eyes brown, scars on right eyebrow and right of fore- head ( large), blue mark right arm, rings 3rd and 4th left fingers, 2 blue marks left arm. Sentenced at Salford, 21st February, 1876, to 7 years' penal servitude and 7 years' police supervision for receiving. Licensed 31st March, 1882. Information to the Chief Constable, Borough Police, Rochdale. 40.— Warrington ( Borough.) — For embezzling £ 600 on 7th and 24th October last- JOSEPH CRAIK, a cotton spinning mill manager, age 47, height 5 ft. 11 in., complexion florid, hair brown, limps left leg, and walks with a stick, good looking, and of gentle- manly appearance. Absconded 2nd inst. 41— Warrington ( Borough).— For stealing a gold demi- hunter Geneva watch, No. 114702, gold chain with locket and gold pencil case attached— PRIVATE JAMES MILLS, South Lancashire Regt., age 29, height 5 ft. 5J in., complexion fresh, hair and mous- tache sandy, eyes blue ; dress, regimentals. Left by train for Manchester at 7.30 p. m., 1st inst. A collier ; native of Mottram, Cheshire. Is well known at Kelsall- lane, Hooley- hill, near Huse, Lancashire ; also at Newton Heath, Bury, and Ashtoy.- under- Lyne. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Hunt, Warrington. NORFOLK. 42.— Fakenham ( County).— For obtaining goods by false pretences, 16th ult.— ARTHUR BROAD- WATER, age 24, stout, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes brown, full clean face. A milk- man ; native of Whitwell, Norfolk. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Murrell, Walsingham. 4 3.— N o rw i c h ( City)•— For s tealing £ 6— WALTE R CLAPHAM, age 26, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., complexion fresh, hair sandy, eyes blue; dress, snuff coloured tweed suit, brown bowler hat. A clerk, native of Norwich. Information to Chief Constable Hitchman, Norwich ROXBURGSHIRE. 44.— Jedburgh ( County). — For stealing £ 3 at Hawick 12th inst.— ADAM SPROTT, age 14, height about 5 ft., complexion and hair ( cut short) dark ; dress, blue cloth jacket ( torn at elbow), old brown cord trousers, strong lace boots, and Glengarry cap. A native of Roxburgshire. Left by train for Carlisle 12th inst. after purchasing a gun with part of the money. May endeavour to go to sea. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Porter, Jedburgh. hair, whiskers, beard, and moustache ( heavy) dark brown, eyes grey, anchor tattooed back of right hand, star back of left, round shouldered, speaks distinctly; dress, grey mixture tweed coat or short black coat, brown mixture tweed trousers, hard felt hat. Was formerly captain of a steamer on the river Thames, where he is well known ; supposed native of Devon shire. Warrant issued. 49.— Ipswich ( Borough).— J. B. CORMICK, case No. 42, 20th June last, not to be apprehended out of the United Kingdom. Information to Lieut.- Colonel Russell, Chief Con- stable, Ipswich. SHROPSHIRE. 45.— Whitchurch ( County). — For larceny 2nd inst., atWoUerton— WILLIAM HASSALL, age 25to28, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., slight, complexion, hair and side whiskers dark, thin features ; dress, brown jacket, plain tweed under ditto, corduroy trousers, collar and front ( all dirty), Wellington boots, black hard felt hat. A tramping labourer; native of Audlem, Cheshire. Has been previously convicted at Nantwich for lar- ceny, and at Audlem, for being on enclosed premises for an unlawful purpose. Is accompanied by a woman carrying a child about three months old. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Edwards, Whitchurch. SOMERSETSHIRE. 46 — Frome ( County).— For stealing, 6th inst, a small silver Geneva watch, gold numerals, chased back, with jet albert chain attached, 6 small silver spoons ( old), 1 small silver brooch set white stone, 1 small pocket knife, bright metal handle, and £ 2 10s. in silver— A MAN, age 40 to 45, height 5 ft. 4 in., com- plexion, hair, and moustache dark, aquiline nose, hangs his head forward and turns his toes out when walking ; dress, short dark ribbed single breasted cloth coat, dark cloth vest, dark grey trousers and woollen shirt, white cotton stockings, lace boots, high black hat. A travelling clock cleaner ; supposed native of Devon ; has been in the army, and served in India. Carried a brown paper parcel containing tools, frequents low public houses, talks of his Army Service, and spends money freely. Left Frome by train for Paddington at 2.10 p. m., 6th inst. Information to Supt. Durham, Froine. STIRLINGSHIRE. 47.— Stirling ( County).— For falsehood, fraud, and wilful imposition— ROBERT GRAY, alias CRAIG, McCULLOCK, WRIGHT, & c., age 70, height 5 ft. 10 in., slight, hair and whiskers grey, thin white face, of respectable appearance, stoops when walking, fore and little finger right hand deficient, D left side, is in the habit of feigning insanity when in custody ; dress, new steel grey tweed suit, brown coloured plaid with black border, which he wears over his shoulders, lace boots ( heavy), black felt hat ( nearly new), carries a stick. His practice is to call upon farmers, shopkeepers, ifcc., and represent that he is a farmer residing at a distance, and that he is in search of his son who has ran away from home, but being short of money asks for a loan, which he promises to remit on his return home. Was previously convicted at Kilmarnock in March, 1871, and November, 1874, and sentenced to 18 months' imprisonment on each occasion. Supposed wanted for other offences. Stated he was a native of Galloway. It is requested that special inquiry be made for his apprehension. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Campbell, Stirling. SUFFOLK. 48.— Ipswich ( Borough). — For obtaining money by false pretences— HENRY MILES, alias CAPTAIN MILES, age 35, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion sallovri SUSSEX ( EAST). 50.— Hastings ( Borough).— For stealing, 30th ult., at St. Leonard's- on- Sea, a silver lever watch, No. 40273, and £ 8— RICHARD FRENCH, age 15, height 5 ft., complexion fair, hair light brown, eyes blue ; dress, long dark coat, fustian trousera, black cap with peak. A native of Pimlico, London ; lately resided at St. Leonard's. May endeavour to join the army as band boy or bugler. Information to Chief Constable Glanister, Hastings. WARWICKSHIRE. 51.— Birmingham ( Borough).— For embezzlement. — JAMES McGUIRE, age 35, height 5 ft. 6 in., com- plexion and hair ( parted in centre) sandy, moustache heavy, eyes blue ; dress, blue frock coat, small black and white mixture trousers and vest, magenta necktie with light blue pin, hard billycock hat. A clerk ; native of Lambeth, London, where his mother is sup- posed to reside. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Farndale, Birming- ham. WILTSHIRE. 52— Warminster ( County).— For stealing a silver ring and a pair of kid gloves ( recovered)— MARY MARSH, age 24, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion rather fresh, hair brown, rather high cheek bones, straw hat trimmed with black and black feather. A native of Warminster Common. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Perrett, Warminster. WORCESTERSHIRE. 53.— Worcester ( CounLy).— For stealing 11th inst, at Kempsey, 2 heifers ( recovered):— HENRYALLING- TON, age 22, height about 5 ft. 7 in, very slight, complexion and hair dark, turns his toes in when walk- ing, 2 upper front teeth very large and projecting ; dress, dark suit, tight- fitting trousers, low hard felt hat with broad brim. A draper's assistant; native of Kempsey, near Worcester. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable, Checketts, Worcester. 54.— Kidderminster ( Borough)— For obtaining food and lodgings, 17th inst., by false pretences— A MAN, age about 40, height 5 ft. 8 in., Lair, whiskers, and moustache grizzly grey ; dress, black melton coat, side- spring boots, soft felt hat. Left behind a night shirt and singlet marked " W. Hillier," and is supposed to have stolen a small oak painted tin box, " Benevo lent Charity " painted thereon, containing about 10s. Information to the Chief Constable, Borough Police, Kidderminster. YORKSHIRE ( WEST RIDING). £ 100 REWARD. 55.— Dewsbury ( Borough).— Woodcut portrait and description of JOHN PETER BOOTHMAN, a wool merchant, whose apprehension is sought for forgery age about 00, height 6 ft. 7 or 8 in., slight, hair, whiskers, and beard grey, no moustache, peculiar dropping movement of one eyelid, rather small and 4 TT; T> TTT. TOF. GAZETTE. FHIDAY, MAY 22, 1885. narrow face ; dress, dark blue coat with velvet collar, high hat. Is well known by wool dealers at Bradford and in the Craven district. Was in Bradford on 25th ult., and cashed a cheque for .£ 300, receiving .£ 400 in £ b notes of the Halifax Commercial Banking Cora pany, and £ 100 Bank of England note, No. 42592, dated London, 26th April, 1884. The above reward will be paid by Messrs. Chad wick and Sons, solicitors, Dewsbury, for his appre hension. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Arrowsraith, Dews bury. 56.— Leeds ( Borough.)— For obtaining money by false pretences, JOHN BENT ELLIS, alias CARL ELLIS, J. BRANDON, D. ELLISSE, and MON SIEUR J. ALPHONSE, age 28, height 5 ft. 8 in. com plexion dark, hair ( parted in centre) dark brown moustache dyed, eyes brown, cut mark and hole right aide of face, near mouth, long scar right wrist, indis- tinct anchor and star left arm, smart appearance dress respectable. A native of Tipton, Staffordshire Is well known at Birmingham and Manchester. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Nott- Bower, Leeds. 57.— Sheffifild ( Borough).— For embezzlement— FREDERICK LUKE ENDERLEY, age 42, height 5 ft. 8 or FBIDAY, MAY 22, 1885. T I I E POLICE GAZETTE. 5 handles, one with double crest— 3 ears of wheat with crown, Fleur- de- lis, and serpent; one with coat of arms— lion rampant holding sword, body of a horse with human head, bow and arrow, and shield with 2 St. Andrew's crosses ; motto over all— AUT- TAGE, NOT- FACE, VIRTUE- non VERBIS. 1 soup ladle, 12 table spoons, 13 small dessert ditto, 2 sauce ladles, C tea- spoons, fiddle pattern, 3 salt- spoons, 1 mustard pot, 1 cream jug, " From D. M. to H. M. B." engraved on bottom, all with crest— Fleur- de- lis, with serpent; 6 tea- spoons, 26 forks, 1 butter knife, 1 pepper box, 1 gravy spoon, fiddle pattern ; 1 fish slice, very old and bent; 2 sauce ladles, the Sun en- graved on handles ; 2 pair of sugar tongs, one large, one small; 1 tea caddy, oval- shaped, flat at top and bottom, with crest— 3 ears of wheat and crown, chased ; and 1 small casket, filigree work— all silver; 3 plated teaspoons, and 3 egg ditto. Information to Supt. Blake, Clewer. CHESHIRE. 76.— Chester ( City).— 13th inst., a comdealer's handcart, about 3 cwt., painted stone colour, unpainted iron rail sides, wooden bottom, supposed by someone who attended Chester races on that date. 77.— Chester ( City).- nth, 12th, and 13th inst., at Chester races, 1 gold double bottom patent lever watch, No. 10240, maker, " Henry Turner, Salford;" 1 gold hunter do., No 52, maker, " Russell, Liverpool," value £ 42; 1 silver lever, No. 29200, maker, " M. Steinart," Manchester. Information to Chief Constable Fenwick, Chester 78— Stockport ( Borough).— 2nd inst., a gentle- man's English silver lever watch, No. 2669, maker, " T. Bennett, Preston," " H. Holmes " engraved inside case, silver albert chain with two common watchkeys attached. 10th inst., a gentleman's silver English lever watch, No. 13690, screw balance, " A. Carey " on dial, small piece broken off hour hand. Information to Lieut. Col. Staples, Chief Constable, Stockport. DERBYSHIRE. 79.— Derby ( Borough).— 14th inst., about £ 5 in gold and silver, and 214 postal orders, all unstamped :— 17 for Is., Nos. unknown. 7 for Is. 6d., 6 Nos. B- T 83556 to 561. 12 for 2s., Nos. c- 5 499569 to 580. 15 for 2s. 6d., Nos. unknown. 30 for 3s., Nos. E- 2 0644431 to 440, and E- 148741 to 760. 5 for 3s. 6d., N03. unknown. 17 for 4s., 10 Nos. G- 5 110771 to 780. 12 for 4s. 6d., Nos. unknown. 25 for 5s., 20 Nos. i-{ 322901 to 920. 9 for 7s. 6d., Nos. unknown. 16 for 10s., Nos. L- t 263794 to 810. 20 for 10s. 6d., Nos. M 674441 to 460. 10 for 15s., Nos. unknown. 19 for 20s., Nos. o- j 977142 to 160. Supposed by a MAN, age about 23, height about 5 ft. 9 in., slight, complexion dark; dress navy blue coat, black hard felt hat. Information to Lieut.- Colonel Delacombe, Chief Constable, Derby. DEVONSHIRE. 80.— Honiton ( County).— About 3 months since, at Dowland Axmouth, a lady's dark gold ring, recently reset, about J in. wide at bottom, and graduating to J in., set three small diamonds ( centre one largest). It is requested that inquiiy be made at pawnbrokers, jewellers, < fcc. Information to Supt. Schuiid, Honiton. HAMPSHIRE. 81.— Fareham ( County).— 27th ult., at Walling- ton House, Fareham, 1 diamond hoop ring set with five diamonds, 1 thick gold ring, 2 diamond paste do, 1 paste diamond star, and 1 silver bottle top. Information to Supt. Kinshott, Fareham. KENT. £ 2 2s REWARD. 82.— Chatham ( County).— 14th ult., at Shorne, Kent, a light spring pony- cart, painted green, picked out white, " Philip Latter, farmer, Shorne," on off side, off shaft has been broken and spliced by a piece of iron plate being let in, under part of the splash boards have been worn away by the wheels— supposed by two men, lst, HENRY EGGAR, a butcher, age about 23, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., slight, complexion fair, moustache slight; dress, blue cloth jacket, white wrap neckerchief. 2nd, age about 30, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., whiskers and moustache gingery, chin shaved, very tender feet; a butcher. Were seen, 14th ult., with two ponies, one a light bay Russian gelding, about 12 hands, and long tail; the other a dark gelding, about 12 hands, tail cut short, knees broken. Information to Supt. Coppinger, Police Court, Chatham, by whom the above reward will be paid for the apprehension and conviction of the thief or thieves, and recovery of the property. 83.— Tonbridge ( County).— 7th inst., at Eden- bridge Steeplechases, a gold scarf pin, pear sliaped, set brilliants. Information to Supt. Barnes, Tonbridge. 84.— Margate ( Borovgli).— 3rd inst., a pair of black opera glasses, worn bright. 9th inst., a pair of opera glasses, brass frame ( covering lias been taken off), a small speck on large glass. Information to Chief Constable Romanis, Margate^ LANCASHIRE. £ 3 REWARD. 85.— Chorley ( County).— 14th inst., a gold keyless hunting chronograph watch, No. 58746, centre seconds, monogram " S. M." outside front case— supposed by a MAN, age about 30, height 5 ft. 4 in., slight, complexion dark, no whiskers or moustache ; dress, dark clothes, black billycock hat. The above reward will be paid by Mr. James Carr, Chorley, for the apprehension and conviction of the thief and recovery of the property. Information to Supt. Beetham, Chorley. 86.— Old Trafford ( County). — 12th inst., at Pendlebury, a lady's red flannel petticoat, partly worn, white calico band round top, one tuck worked with black woolled needlework round bottom. 13th inst., at Moss Side, a gentleman's long green single- breasted Melton overcoat, cloth covered buttons, black lining, 2 pockets outside, 1 inside and 1 outside right breast, ticket ditto " Hesketh and Son, Stretford- road, Manchester," on tab— supposed by a MAN, age about 29, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion fair, moustache light; dress, blue cloth overcoat, moleskin trousers, hard felt hat, dirty appearance. 87.— Old Trafford ( County).— Between 2nd and ,14th inst., at Eccles, 1 black marble timepiece, about 12 in. long and 18 in. wide, dial about 4j in. diameter, gilt covering round dial; 1 gilt timepiece about 20 in. long, on oval- shaped stand covered with crimson velvet, and glass cover ( cracked]— supposed by a MAN and WOMAN, of whom no description can be given. 88.— Old Trafford ( County).— Between 12th and 13th inst., at Chorlton- cum- Hardy, 3 lady's white calico combinations, two embroidered at bottom, all marked Pettie Crcmpton. Information to Supt. Bent, Old Trafford. £ 100 REWARD. 89.— West Derby ( County). — 17th inst., at Garston, Lancashire, 1 diamond and turquoise pendant, centre turquoise set round with small diamonds, small turquoise pendant hanging from large one ; 1 diamond and turquoise bracelet, formed of 8 or 10 large tur- quoises, and studded with small diamonds ; 1 pair of diamond and turquoise earrings ; 1 pearl necklace and pearl earrings, star of pearls with pearl drop hanging ; 1 pair large single diamond earrings, claw set; 1 pair hanging do., pear- shaped drops ; 1 diamond pendant and earrings, consisting of large diamond in centre, set round with small diamonds in shape of Maltese cross ; 2 diamond and gold bracelets, one is a band of gold with letters " A. E. I." in small diamonds, and the other a band of gold with large diamond stars ; 1 diamond and ruby bracelet, the gold is small ivy leaved pattern, studded with small rubies; 1 turquoise and pearl bracelet formed of gold band, shape of cup in centre formed of pearls, and dotted with small turquoise and pearls at each side ; 1 cameo bracelet, formed of band of gold, with stone cameo set in white and gold enamel; 1 cameo pendant to match bracelet; 2 pairs cameo earrings, one stone cameo, and the other shell; 1 moon stone necklace, graduated stones set in gold ; 1 white coral and diamond round shaped brooch ; 2 coral neck- laces, one a string of coral beads, with round shaped coral pendant, the other a large centre of coral with strings of small coral beads ; 2 pairs of gold and pink coral earrings ; 1 pink coral and gold brooch ; 1 gold necklace ; 1 gold brooch and 1 gold earring ; 1 brooch, consisting of large stone cameo ( lady's head) set in large pearls ; 1 small gold cameo brooch ( lady's head); 1 gold Geneva hunting watch, number and maker's name not known ; 1 lady's gold watch, maker, " Roskell, Liver- pool"; 1 lady's gold watch chain, to which a gold pencil case, a spade- ace guinea, gold locket, and an onyx whistle is attached; 2 opal rings, one of large opal and two diamonds, the other of three opals; 1 ruby ring, large centre ruby surrounded by diamonds; 1 turquoise ring, a round of turquoises set in gold ; 1 single diamond ring, large single diamond, claw set; 1 diamond and ruby ring, supposed two rubies and one diamond ; 1 pearl ring, single pearl set in gold ; 1 pink coral and gold ring ; 1 sapphire and diamond ring, large centre sapphire and two diamonds ; 1 gold wedding ring, far worn; 1 topaz brooch and earrings, each formed of large topaz, set in gold and silver of frosted appearance ; 1 pearl slide, single pearl in oval shaped setting ; 1 pink coral snake pattern brooch, large diamonds in snake's head ; 1 gold dia- mond and emerald locket ; 1 gold and diamond locket, diamond star pattern ; 1 filigree gold necklace ; 2 thin gold necklaces ; 3 gold bracelets, one fili- gree, one band of gold, coiled pattern, and one gold, centre of which opens, and contains photos of a lady and gentleman ; 1 spray pearl brooch ; 1 unset diamond ; 1 amethyst pendant, set in gold ; 2 pairs of long gold earrings; 2 Venetian moEaic broochep, long shape ; 1 lava bracelet, small cherub's head of various colours; 1 set, consisting of silver brooch and earrings, inlaid with black and white enamel; 1 bracelet of moss agate ; 1 gold pencil- case ; 1 lava brooch and earrings, head of " Galileo" in brooch ; 2 pebble brooches, set in gold ; 4 £ 5 Bank of England notes, number of one supposed to be 40154 32R, and about £ 5 in gold and 5s. in silver. The above reward will be paid by Alfred D. Holt, Esq., Sudley- road, Garston, for the apprehension and conviction of the thief or thieves and recovery of the property, or in proportion to the amount recovered. Information to Supt. Boyning, Old Derby. £ 10 REWARD. 90.— Manchester ( City).— 29th ult, a gold chro- nometer watch, No. 2890, makers Arnold and Lewis, Manchester ; gold albert guard, curb pattern, stamped 18- carat on every link, with gold locket appendage book shape, edges slightly bulged, and containing hair, attached. Information to Chief Constable Malcolm- Wood, by whom the above reward will be paid for the appre- hension and conviction of the thief or thieves and recovery of the property. 91.— Salford ( Borough).— 25th ult., a gold lever watch, centre seconds, No. 56991. 92.— Salford ( Borough).— 11th inst., a lady's gold Geneva hunting watch No. 46050, white dial, steel hands, a lady's gold chain small link pattern, and an engraved gold locket shape of a Bible, containing 3 photographs and hair. Information to Supt Donohoe, Salford. LEICESTERSHIRE. 93.— Leicester ( Borough). — 24th ult, a lady's gold Geneva watch, No. 48,502, crystal glass, engraved back, a lady's gold ditto, " E. H. Bott, Granby- street, Leicester," and " Geneva" on dome ; two pairs silver gilt bracelets, one silver locket and chain, one coral and gold necklet, two lady's gold alberts ( one thin curb pattern with slide and tassel at end, one long and short link pattern), a fancy brown Russia leather bag purse, gilt mounting, with square handle which can be closed inside purse. It is requested that inquiry be made at pawn- brokers, jewellers, < fcc. 94.— Leicester ( Borough).— Between 7th and Sth inst., by warehousebreaking, 10 cheques, one for £ 6 18s., drawn by Sharrard and Son, Loughboro'; one for £ 3 Is., drawn by Hardstoft, Nottingham ; one for £ 20 16s., drawn by Fleeman, Nottingham; one for £ 6 18s., drawn by Renshaw, Mansfield; one for £ 3 6s. 9d., drawn by Kent and Canterbury Supply Association, Canterbury ; one for £ 17 14s. 5d., drawn by Towgood and Sons, Sauston, near Cambridge ; one for £ 56 10s. Id., drawn by Hollingworth and Co., Maidstone ; one for £ 6 Os. 8cL, drawn by J. B. Green, Maidstone ; one for £ 52 5s., drawn by Wormleighton and Co., Leicester, on Paget's Bank; and one for £ 19 Is. 3d., drawn by Rev. F. B. Meyer, Leicester, on the Leicestershire Bank— all in favour of William Colton, Leicester; also a cheque book on the National Provincial Bank of England, Leicester Branch, Nos. E. 74193 to 74240. It is requested that inquiry be made at bankers, 4c. Information to Head Constable Duns, Leicester. MONTGOMERYSHIRE. 95.— Newtown ( County).— 24th March last, a sil- ver English lever watch, No. 36953, white dial, black Roman figures, sunk seconds. Information to Chief Constable Danely, Newtown. NORFOLK. 96.— King's Lynn ( Borough).— 9th inst., one 13 in. trowel ( new) handle has been burnt; 1 6 in. ditto; 1 foot spirit level, 1 two- foot rule ( four 6 in. folds); supposed by tramps. Information to Head Constable Ware, King's Lynn. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. 97.— Kettering ( County).— 3rd inst., l. y burglary at Great Oxenden, a pair of labourer's watertight nailed boots ( partly worn), two nails deficient in each toe, cork socks inside ; also a small calico bag ; supposed by a tramp, who may be wearing the stolen boots. Information to Supt. Botterell, Kettering, or to Inspector Wallace, Little Bowden. SHROPSHIRE. 98.— Bridgnorth ( County).— 2Sth ult., at Bridg- north Races, a silver Geneva lever watch, nearly new, No. 70484 or 704S6, maker's name, " Thomas Rolert Walters, 51, City- road, London," engraved on dial, crystal glass. Information to Supt. Galliers, Bridgnorth. ft T H E POLICE GAZETTE. SOMERSETSHIRE. 99— wincanton bounty).— About 25th March at Hotton, a gentleman's gold breast pin, pattern i true lover's knot, and a silver plated cruet stand handle deficient Information to Supt. Williams, Wincanton. STAFFORDSHIRE. 11M>.— Cradley Heath ( County).— Between 3rd and loth inst., at Cradley Heath, an old silver Geneva • w atch, No. 32180, steel hands, seconds ditto, black li^ ures, makers " Greenbury and Richman," silver albert chain, round link pattern, with Napoleon III. franc attached. Information to Inspector Walters, Cradley Heath. SURREY. 101.— Dorking ( County).— llth inst., at Betch- * orth, 1 black diagonal jacket, 1 dark tweed vest with red stripes, 1 pair light tweed trousers, 1 pair grey mixture ditto, 1 grey mixture vest, 1 purple- and- . ^ llow silk wrapper, 1 purple- and- white ditto, and 2 oloured shirts— Supposed by A MAN, age 25 to 30, height 5 ft. 6 in., moustache dark, whiskers and beard about a fortnight's growth; dress, black diagonal • oat, light cloth trousers, black hard felt hard. Ap- pearance of a groom. Information to Supt. Lambert, Dorking.. SUSSEX ( EAST). 102.— Brighton ( Borough).— 19th ult., an old silver pe ndant, about three inches long, composed of bril- . iants, with a dove and an olive branch formed of ; ; rferent coloured stones ( the French Order of St. - Esprit). A lady's turquoise ring, in shape of true lover's knot; 2 ditto dress rings, set with garnets and pearls ( one set lengthways); a lady's gipsy ring, set with three onyx stones, large one in centre and small one each side ; a lady's marquise ring, with blue stone in sentre ; 1 silver bangle ring. 1 gold band bracelet, with raised medallion ; 1 plain gold bracelet, with enamelled medallion, fastens ; nilar to a strap ; 1 brown hair bracelet, with gold medallion and amethyst centre. 1 gold ring, set with a shield composed of pearls, with an emerald in centre ; 1 pair of gold eye- glasses, not made to fix on nose ; 1 large cameo brooch with rigure of a lady ; 1 pair of gold earrings, with small raised studs of gold and a small drop attached ; a set if long silver and brilliant earrings, with broocn match ( two stones missing from brooch). 1 pair of oval cameo ear- rings, set in black, with rim of steel ; 1 gold ring, with forget- me- not formed of turquoise ; 3 ( halves) gold sleeve links. 1 gold brooch, centre turning on a swivel, hair on ( i e side and portrait on the other ; 1 gold seal, initials W. M. engraved thereon ; 1 small gold pencil case j 1 l: reen- and- white glass scent bottle, with silver top ; 1 j mail gold neck- chain; 1 silver- gilt snake- pattern r " ck- chain; a pair of filigree cuff- studs; 1 white porcelain flower brooch, without pin, very old- fashioned ; a garnet oval brooch, and 1 earring to n itch ; 1 gold ring, with single garnet stone ; 1 gold litto, set with small opals and emeralds. Information to Chief Constable Terry, Brighton. 103.— Hove ( Town).— Since 30th ult. a silver scarf- pi", Virgin and Child painted by hand on black ground on a white stone about the size of a sixpence. Information to Major Teevan, Chief Constable, Hove. YORKSHIRE ( WEST RIDING). £ 25 REWARD. 1 > 1.— Sheffield ( Borough).— 7thinst., bywarehouse breaking— 24 dozen common African ivory handles in. long, 24 dozen ditto 3| in. long, 5 or 6 dozen . rver knife and fork handles, 4, 4J, and 4| in. long, and several dozen ivory handles, various sizes. Information to Chief Constable Jackson, by whom the above reward will be paid for the apprehension ami conviction of the thief or thieves, and recovery of the property. ANIMALS, ETC., STOLEN. FRIDAY, MAY 22, 1885. 3rd, a light bay cart mare, 15 hands, 4 years two white heels, blaze down face, large head, sleepy look, long tail, mane falls on both sides— supposed by TWO MEN, 1st, ago 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fair ; dress, dark brown coat, tight- fitting horsey trousers, hard felt hat.— 2nd, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion dark; dress, dark coat, tight- fitting horsey trousers, round hard felt hat. Information to Colonel H. Daniell, Chief Constable, Hatfield, by whom the above reward will be paid for the apprehension and conviction of the thief or thieves, and recovery of the horses. SELKIRKSHIRE. 107.— Selkirk ( County).— Between 14th ult. and 14th inst., from Caddonhead Farm, Stow— 7 black- faced ewes ( all in lamb), keeled on near rib, " C. H.'' burnt in near horn, forked on far ear; one has a sword ksel mark on far side, amd back- half bit on far ear. It is requested that inquiry be made at auction marts, railway stations, graziers, die. Information to Chief Constable Milne, Selkirk. SUFFOLK. 108.— Boxford ( County).— 15th inst. at Polstead— a pony mare, 11$ hands, 2 years old, few white hairs on forehead and on left forefoot against hoof, long mane and tail, small scar on inside of off- hough, very quiet and in good condition; an old set of harness, brass mounts; and a cart painted brown, picked out red, not much worn. " William Smith, Polstead, Suffolk," painted on off shaft. Information to Supt. Chapman, Boxford. YORKSHIRE ( WEST RIDING). 109 — Leed s ( County).— Since 30th ult., from a field at Churwell, a dark brown filly, 3 years old, 15 hands, long tail, unshod, and in good condition. Information to Supt. Stansfield, Leeds. PROPERTY FOUND IN POSSESSION OF PRISONERS. STAFFORDSHIRE. 110.— Tu nstal I ( County).— A pawn- ticket for a gold Geneva watch, No. 87940, pledged at Congleton, 21 » i ult. Information to Supt. Hall, Tunstall. SUFFOLK, 111.— Ipswich ( Borough).— 29th ult., in possession of a tramp, a silver dessert- fork, " F." engraved on back. Information to Lieut.- Colonel Eussell, Chief Con- stable, Ipswich. PERSONS OR BODIES FOUND, KENT. 112.— Chatham ( County).— 4th inst. on the shore at Cliffe, Kent, the body of a man age about 50, length 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fair, hair ( bald on top) brown, moustache short, eyes blue; dress, fine ribbed dark blue cloth suit, old braces, coloured shirt, coloured silk neck- kerchief, blue worsted stockings, side spring boots, sewn across fronts. On the body was found a briar pipe, a self- closing tobacco pouch, a silver tooth pick, and 7s 8Jd. Information to Supt. Coppinger, Chatham. APPREHENSIONS. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 10.5.— N Division.— 17th inst., a thoroughbred • i ; wn mare, 14j hands, G years old, small white patch o; nose, recently blistered, no shoes. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, Great Scotland- yard, London, S. W HERTFORDSHIRE. £ 20 REWARD. l') G.— Hatfield ( County).— 1st inst., from Hatfield, horsea.— lat, a light bay nag horse, 15 hands, 4 years .1, one white heel, black points, sear from cut under one knee. 2nd, a dark iron grey horse, 14 hands, 3 years oid, dark silver grey mane and tail, cut square at dock. 113.— Kent, Margate ( Borough).— MAN, CaseNo. 24, and proporty, with the exception of plaid shawl, recovered. 114.— Lancashire, Bolton ( County). — JOHN COULTHART, case No. 29, 15th inst. 115.— Liverpool ( City) — License Holder FREDK DOBSON, office No. 25359, Gazette 5th December last. Supervisee CHRISTOPHER DONEGAN, office No. 27535, case 35,15th inst. 116.— Staffordshire, Bilston ( County).— License Holder WILLIAM DIX, office No. 23470, case 52, 17th ult. 117.— Wa rwicksh i re, B i r m i ngham ( Borough).— FRANK BEVAN, alias BROWN and BEVERLEY, Case No. 55, 15th inst. 118.— Wiltshire Trowbridge ( County). — Li- cense Holder JOHN WHITE, office No. 20519, case 127, 15th inst. 119.— Yorkshire, Hull ( Borough). — Supervisee GEORGE WILKINSON, office No. 26951, case 62, 15th inst. 120— Yorkshire, W. R., Huddersfield ( County). — JABEZ SCOTT, Case No. 117, 19th December last, LATEST INFORMATION. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 121— E Division.— For not appearing to his bail, 19th inst., for keeping and using a common gaming house - GIOVANNI MICHELINI, 84, Charlotte- street, Fitzroy- square, age 45, height 5 ft. 2 in., com- plexion sallow, hair black, beard, whiskers and mous- tache turning grey ; dress, light grey overcoat, dark tweed under, high black hat. Warrant issued. 122— P Division— For stealing, 19th inst., 8 gold rings, one large diamond surrounded with small ditto, one gent's mourning, one gipsy set with 3 diamonds, one " Mizpah," one lady's mourning ( in " Memory of W. Royles"), one topaz and pearls, one carbuncle, one sapphire and pearls; 1 gold English lever watch ( No. 1538, maker " Barwise, St. Martin's- lane, white face, with name scratched out; 1 gold fetter- link albert, Austrian ducat, George guinea, and gold key attached ; 6 silver bracelets ( one narrow, two broad) with landscape views; 1 buckle ( two broad); 1 lady's gold neckchain, snake pattern ; 3 gold studs, " H. H." engraved thereon; 3 gold lockets ( one small, with gent's and lady's photos inside); 1 ditto small, gent's photo inside, " W. H. R." engraved thereon; 1 ditto large, with hair device inside, " L. E. P." engraved out- side ; 1 silver ditto, engraved outside; 6 brooches ( one small gold amethyst, one ditto old- fashioned topaz, one ditto and eardrops to match, tensilled, fish and fly thereon, one silver ditto, eardrops to match, one silver ditto, Mexican dollar, one silver do., long shape); 2 watches ( one gold English lever hunter, gold dial; one silver American lever, " Examined by Medlock, New- street, Dorset- square," engraved on inside case); 4 necklets ( one silver link pattern, locket attached; one do. flat pattern, with locket attached, engraved outside ; one do. plated, snake pattern, with spring ring attached; one do. plated, old fashioned); 5 rings ( one gold wedding ; one gent's large gold, " Mispah ;" one gent's gold half- hoop, set with 5 diamonds and coronet : 1 gold flat gipsy, set with two rubies and diamonds in centre; 1 do. blue enamel, set with 8 small diamonds, with box and glass at back ; 5 silver teaspoons, " P." engraved thereon; 3 gold scarfpins ( one fox's head, one 15- carat gold pheasant, one 18 - carat flat, single diamond stone); 2 silver chains, with screw pencil attached; do. lady's watch chain, ring pattern, with tassels; 1 pair of black enamel solitaires, set diamond star in centre ; 4 bracelets ( one silver band, engraved, very much scratched near snap; one do. silver bangles ; one do. plated, snake pattern ; one do. gilt filigree)— THREE MEN, 1st, age about . 30, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion sallow, whiskers and moustache ( slight) dark brown, rather long on chin ; dress, dark mixture suit; carried an umbrella. 2nd, age about 26, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion, whiskers, and moustache dark; dress, long black overcoat. 3rd, age about 30, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fair, no whiskers, slight brown moustache ; dress, long brown overcoat. All wore black felt hats. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, Great Scotland Yard, London, S. W. BERKSHIRE. 123.— Reading ( County).— For stealing, 15th inst., 1 old single cased silver verge watch, " S. E. " inside of case, 1 double case ditto, 1 under flannel shirt, 2 pairs worsted stockings, and a plaid vest— A MAN, age 28, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fair, hair, whiskers, and moustache light; dress, blue cloth jacket, with pockets on hips, cord trousers and vest, old lace boots, black hard felt hat. Information to Supt. Pocock, Reading. SUFFOLK. 124.— Ipswich ( Borough).— For obtaining money by false pretences- BERNHARDT LEVYSOHN, a German or Polish Jew, age 55 to 60, height about 5 ft. 7 in., complexion dark, hair ( very bald), whiskers, and moustache iron dark, beard ( cut short) grey, short neck, sight defective, and keeps his eyes nearly closed, wears two pairs of spectacles, walks very erect, and speaks English indifferently ; dress ( supposed), new grey suit. Stated he was a ship chandler and general merchant, and started offices as if for legitimate trading ; has been in treaty to purchase a mill for .£ 4000. Left Bentlej for London by the Great Eastern Railway at 9.37 a. m., 17th iDst. Warrant issued. Information to Lieut.- Colonel Russell, Chief Con- stable, Ipswich. PERSONS IN CUSTODYT DERBYSHIRE. 125.— Chapel- en- le- Frith ( County).— Committed for trial at the next Quarter Sessions for obtaining money by falsely representing himself to be a pub- lisher of select trades list at 16, Lord- street, Liverpool - ROBERT WATKIN WYNNE, age 48, height 5 ft. 6J in., complexion fair, hair ( turning grey) brown, eyes grey ; dress, light tweed suit, side- spring boots, black hard felt hat. A native of Liverpool. Supposed wanted for similar offences. Information to Superintendent Hallam, Chapel- eu- le- Frith. TUESDAY, JOSE 2 , 1885. THE POLICE GAZETTE. 6 aEOKGE ANDERSON DODDS.— Enquiries are being made in the High Courtof Justice, England, Chancery Division, as to- whether the above- named George Anderson Dodds is still living, or when he died, and whether he was ever married and had any children. He was a Solicitor in practice at South Shields, County Durham, England, up to May, 1875, when he was at Scarborough England, but has not been heard of since. If living, he is desired to communicate with the undersigned solicitor, when he will hear of something to his advantage. Anyone who can give any information as to the said G. A. Dodds is also requested to communicate with me without delay. Dated this 8th day of May, 1885. WILLIAM WOOD, Solicitor, Southam, Warwickshire, England. <=£ 10 REWARD JEMIMA JONES ( aged about 20), native of Flint, formerly in service at 20, Grosvenor- road, Birkenhead, was confirmec. at Oswestry Church on March 31 last, and since lost sight of. The above reward will be paid to anyone furnishing her present ADDRESS. Apply to Mr. Duguid, 12, Clifton Gardens, Cliiswick, London S. W. THE POLICE WATCH, AS SUPPLIED TO NEARLY EVERY FORGE IN THE UNITED KINGDOM. ALSO SUITABLE FOR THE ARMY AND RAILWAY SERVICES. o£ 10 REWARD LEFT HOME, on Tuesday, the 17th March last, SAMUEL BURY, of 44, Itailway- road, Darwen, age 37, height abo JT 5 ft. 7 in., proportionately built, fresh complexion, sanuv whiskers ( turning grey under chin) and moustache, dark sandv lair, blue eyes, wear* a belt for rupture; dressed in black billycock hat, dark brown overcoat, black worsted coat and vot dark trousers with narrow blue stripe, lace- up boots, green sati:. tie with red spots, grey- and- black mixed plaid shirt ( nearly new . Was last seen at Blackburn Railway Station about 4 o'clock in the afternoon on the day above named. The above reward will be given to any person who will give such information as will lead to his whereabouts being ascer- tained. Information to be given to Mr. Superintendent Myers, County Constabulary Office, Blackburn, Lancashire. 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B.— It is not generally known that Coventry is the Largest " Watch Manufacturing District in the United Kingdom, supplying the London Trade and Foreign Markets with Thousands of " Watches annually, there " being employed in this Trade upwards of 5,000 persons, enabling Coventry to make " Watches on the most approved, best, and newest principles, at the lowest possible cost. im ISSINGr, since the evening of Thursday, 14th ^ LUCIANO GARIBALDI PAGGI, of gentlemanly appearance, about oft. 6 in. high, age 21, complexion fair, dark brown hair, clean- shaved face, full eyes and dark blue, brown felt hat, wore short dark blue serge coat and vest, dark grev trousers, and shoes. Took nothing with him but a Bi It and lGs. Any information of the above sent to his afflicted fatliei. Signor Paggi, 19, Margaretta- terrace, Oakley- street, Chelae:.. S. W.; or to Willing's Advertising Agency, 125, Strand, will K most gratefully received. TO THE OFFICERS & MEMBERS OF THE POLICE FORCES. GENTLEMEN,— We now Manufacture and supply the following articles to the Police Forces . i th « United Kingdom on a day's notice per Parcels Post:— Catalogue.—" STAXDARD SHIRT." in blue and grey colours, 6s. 6d. each. Extra Large " Standard Shirt," with four rows of Crewe! Silk and Crown and Rose artistically embroidered on breast of each, Vs. The body of this marvel) j shirt will fit men of a gigantic stature, and is 44 inches in length. Fancy Check and Striped Tweed Shirts, 4s. cd., 4s. 9d., 6s., and os. 6d. each. Tit-:, are splendid shirts both in appearance and wear, and extra large in size. " Royal Irish Lambskin Drawers," 4s. per pair. Extra large ditto, and double- se-:.^ 4s. 6d. per pair. Patent Waterproof Cuffs, Is. 6d. per pair. Patent Waterproof Collars, all sizes and shapes, Is. each. These wonderful inventions require no washing whatever, and are very suitable for men gemff ex leave of absence. Large Linen Handkerchiefs, 6d. each. Extra Superfine Linen Handkerchiefs, 8$ d. each. Pure Linen Bath Towels, spongey make, Is. Sd. each. Extra Large Sponge Towels, Turkish make. " 2s. each. All Pure Fiax Extra Long Elastic Braces, Is. 6d. per pair. Bed Worsted Braces. * . ui 40 inches 1 on a new and improved principle, for wear with uniform, 2s. 4d. per pair. Th - e braces are appreciated for strength, comfort, and long wear. - Knit Socks, Is. 3d., Is. 6d., and Is. Sd. per pair. Very durable in wear. I am daily receiving letters from both English, Irish, and Scotch Fore ? acknowledging tla marked superiority of my Manufactures. INSPHCTOS PKABCB writes from Wakefield, under date of 4th ult., saying that he is confident, although stationed in the centre of the greatest woollen manufacturing country : u the world, ne- tit- he nor his friends could obtain such a class of articles as I make and supplv at anything approaching the price. He promises me his orders, and also to do his best in advancing " my interests'm his district East Grinsted, Sussex, 12th March, ' So.— Sir,— I advise all policenun to try the R. I. C." INSTRUCTIONS TO PURCHASERS. When ordering shirts please state width of neck and leugth of arm. also sny whether a wool satin neck- band is preferred. For drawers jriva width of waist and length of lep' onsiue,>. Please make P. O. O. payable to JAVF- S LIICTLIND AXD CO., at General I\ xst uSce, Belfast. Gentlemen,— Finally, I ask but one trial order, and that you will do me the favour of letting \ c u » friends and comrades see my renowned manufactures.— I am, Gentlemen, yours very faithfulfy " ~ JAMES HICKLAND, Royal Irish Constabulary & Police Contractor ard Manufacturer, KENT STREET, ROYAL AVENUE, BELFAST. Sole Agent for Advertisements, JAMES WILLING, 125, STRAND, LONDON To whom, all communications respecting Advertisements must be addressed ft T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. FRIDAY, MAY 2 2 , 1885. SCOTTISH AMICABLE LIFE ASSURANCE SOCIETY. 1. TIIREADNEEDLE STREET, LONDON, E. C. Established A. D. 1826. FINANCIAL SUMS ASSURED ACCUMULATED FUNDS ANNUAL INCOME. POSITION. £ 7,800,000 £ 2,500,000 £ 310,000 The attention of members of the Police Forces is invited to the special advantages offered by this Society to persons desirous of securing a provision for their old age and for their families in the event of premature death. At Age 30, an Endowment Assurance of £ 100, payable after attaining 55, or on previous death, can be secured for an annual premium of £ 3 6s. 8d. Or an Assurance of £ 100, payable at death only, for an annual premium of £ 1 16s. 7d. For full prospectus and information apply to the Secretary. s. AND H. HABBIS'S Ebonite Waterproof " ZZt? Blacking, Military Waterproof Ponch Blacking. WATERPROOF HARNESS COMPOSITION. POLISHING PASTE FOB CLEANING METALS. 57, MANSELL STREET, E. Sold by all Oilmen, Grocers, Saddlers, etc. Crown 8vo, Masonic Cloth, Lettered, 3s. 6d. ( by Eost, 3a. 9d.). er Author or Publisher, or from the Tylers of Lodges. Chips from a Rough Ashlar. A DISCOURSE ON THE RITUAL & CEREMONIAL OF FREEMASONRY. BY BRO. JAMES STEVENS, P. M., P. Z., CLAPHAM, S. W. " Ought to be in the hands of every Mason." " Useful and valuable in the highest degree." BRO. RICHARD TILLING, PUBLISHER, 55, WARNER STREET, GREAT DOVER STREET, S. E. YOUR MONOGRAM in Indiarubber, Is. Your name in full, Is. id. Box, Pad, and r Marking Ink included. Send for catalogue. AGENTS WANTED. H. C. IRETON AND CO., 92, GRACECIIURCH STREET, LONDON. \ r CALEDONIAN HOTEL, ADELPHI TERRACE, STRAND, LONDON, W. G. Proprietor H. ECCLES ( Late Superintendent X Division Metropolitan Police). This old- established Hotel, quietly and very pleasantly situated, is close to Charing Cross and the Royal Courts of Justice. Police Officers and Witnesses coming to London will find a comfortable home on most reasonable terms. THE GREAT REMEDY FOR GOUT AND RHEUMATISM. The excruciating pain is quickly relieved and cured in a few days by this celebrated Medicine. These Fills require no restraint of diet during their use, and are certain to prevent the disease attacking any vital part. Sold by all Chemists at Is. IJd. and 2s. 9d. per box. QUESTIONS. Where art thou ?— Gen. iii. 9. Whence earnest thou, and whither wilt thou go 1— Gen. xvi. 8. Who is on the Lord's side ?— Exo. xxxii. 26. To whom belongest thou 1— 1 Sam. xxx. 13. How long halt ye between two opinions 1— 1 Kings rviii. 21. Is it well with thee ?— 2 Kings iv. 26. Whit have they seen in thine house ?— 2 Kings xx. 15. God is greater than man. Why dost thou strive against Him ?— Job xxxiii. 12. To whom will ye flee for help ?— lsai. x. 3. Believe ye that I am able to do this Matt. ix. 28. What shall a man give in exchange for his soul 1— Matt. xvi. 26. What think ye of Christ 1— Matt. xxii. 42. How is it that ye have no faith ?— Mark iv. 40. Why call ye me ' Lord, Lord,' and do not the things which I say ?— Luke vi. 46. What wilt thou that I shall do unto thee ?— Luke xviii. 41. Why are ve troubled 1 Why do thoughts arise in your heartsf— Luke xxiv. 38. What sayest thou of thyself 1— John i. 22. What sayest thou of Him?— John ix. 17. Wilt thou be made whole 1— John v. 6. Dost thou believe on the Son of God 1— John ix. 35. Have I been so long time with you, and yet hast thou not known Me 1— John xiv. 9. Lovest thou Me?— John xxi. 16. If God be for us, who can be against us ?— Rom. viii. 31. How shall we escape if we neglect so great salva tion?— Hebjjia. ENAMELLED IRON CABMEN'S BADGES CAB NUMBERS, CAB FARE PLATES, & c. NUMBERS FOR DOOR. do. o " POLICE STATION" PLATES. Hackney Carriage Standing Plates. STREET NAME PLATES- IN RICH ENAMEL COLOURS. Absolutely Permanent and Inclestruotible. UNEQUALLED FOR LEGIBILITY & CLEANLINESS. Street Traffic Directions, " KEEP TO THE LEFT/' HYDRANT INDICATORS, BOUNDARY PLATES, Ac. WILLING & Co. 70, Be. Martin's Lane, London, W. O IF YOU WANT A WATCH TO LAST A LIFETIME, BUY AN ENGLISH THREE - QUARTER PLATE LEVER. SPECIALLY BECOMMENDED FOR THE POLICE. T3 E N" S O N'S n NEW PATENT ( No. 4658) LUDGATE" WATCH. SILVER, £ 5.5. GOLD, £ 12.12. IS A " SPECIAL STRENGTH" SILVER ENGLISH LEVER, MY BEST LONDON MAKE, WITH THREE- QUARTER PLATE MOVEMENT. Jewelled throughout. Chronometer Balance, with Damp and Dust- proof Patent Bin? Band, and extended Barrel, in massive Sterling Silver Dome Cases, with CRYSTAL GLASS Front, Winds, sets Hands, and opens at back, Its advantages over the old and faulty Full Plate being enormous, as the " Ludgate" Watch will last One Hun- dred Years. It never breaks, as it cannot be over- wound; and never needs expensive repairs. Is a better Timekeeper, is a better watch, and is better value than any other watch sold for £ 10 in town or country. Will stand rough usage of all kinds, and is therefore the BEST WATCH, and specially suited for CONSTABLES, SERGEANTS, IN8PE0T0R8, SUPERINTENDENTS. Sent Free and Safe at our risk to all parts for £ 5 5s. cash, or P. O. O. ( payable at GPO.). Price in 18- carat Gold Crystal Glass Cases, TWELVE GUINEAS. SPECIALLY NOTE that J. W. Benson is tho only Maker of a Three- Quarter Plate English Watch ( or £ 5 6s., and that our Patent'! Luxate" Vfatch cannot be had through or of any Watchmaker in tho Kingdom. Any Infringement of the Patent Rights will be proceeded against. A Book explaining the adrantages of this Watch over the Full- Plate English Watches sold by all other makers will be sent post- free on application. The SUPERIORITY in VALUE, ACCURACY, and DURABILITY of the " Ludgate" Watch over the Swiss and American Keyless and Non- Keyless Watches, made in IMITATION of and SOLD as English werk, and the ordinary Fall- plat* English Wat « h, is enormous. J. W. BENSON, Watchmaker to the Queen, THE STEAM FACTOBY, 62 and 64, Ludgatehill, E. C., London, CI. UB ASSOCIATIOKS.— Station and Pay Clorks, 8ergennts, and others of the City, Metropolitan, Borongh. or eounty Police, will And their incomes considerably Increased by establinhing Clubs f » r the New Patent " Ludgato" English Wateh, as It is worth from £ 5 to £ 10 more than any watoh sold, anil thcrefoM bound to supersede all others in tho markot. ROYAL AQUARIUM. THIS DAY.— The GREAT SIX DAYS' ROLLER SKATING TOURNAMENT, for £ 200 in Prizes, THIS DAY. Hours of skating from Two to Five p. m., and Seven to Ten. First Time in England. The novelty of the season. Amongst others :— H. relikoff( Russian, 1, C. Wheelwright ( Champion of Birmingham), A. Lokes ( Champion of Nottingham), J. H. Greenwood, R. Swann, J. Eden, and M. IL Taylor are racing. ROYAL AQUARIUM. THE GREAT SIX DAYS' ROLLER SKATING TO URNAMENT. The most elegant exhibition of the Season. THIS DAY, Two to Five and 7 to 10 p. m. ROYAL AQUARIUM. NOTICE.— Special Engagement of the charming Madame PACIiA, the Chansonnette singer, from the Eden Theatre, Paris. Every afternoon and evening. ROYAL AQUARIUM. THIS DAY, Open at 12, close at 11.30. SPECIAL GRAND ENTERTAINMENT on the central stage every evening at eight o'clock and afternoon at three. ROYAL AQUARIUM. THIS DAY, at 5.30 and 9.30, the " Charming Water Lily," Miss AGNES BECKWITH, Professor Beck- with, and Miss Lizzie Beckwith in a new Swimming Entertainment. ROYAL AQUARIUM. WHIT MONDAY and DURING THE HOLIDAYS — The Manager has the pleasure to announce that he has succeeded in bringing together for the amuse- ment of the Public the GREATEST NUMBER OF SHOWS ever appearing in one day in London, con- sisting of every description of no\ elty collected from all parts of the world, and including John and Emma D'Auban and Charles Ross, in their Grotesque Enter- tainment ; the Yaidis Sisters; " Barnum's Flying Woman," theMassini Troupe of Spanish Troubadours ; Lottie Pedley, Drum Soloist; and, by special arrange- ment, Signora Rosa Fiverta, Signor Carlo Mavini, Signor Enrice Lanzoni, and Signor Oliviere ( from the Rtyal Italian Opera), in Character Representations from the famous Opera, LUCREZIA BORGIA, and others; Madame Pacra will sing twice daily; the Frediani Family; Bohee Brothers ; Miss Jessie May- land ( from Drury Lane); Artelle, Lalo, and Lenore, Electric Light Bicyclists; Pierce and Monaghan; Willie, Lillie, and Ida Heath, and many more. The SHOW of the BULL DOG CLUB on May 27, 28, and 29.— Admission Is. ROYAL AQUARIUM. THE SWIMMING TOURNAMENT commences TO- MORROW ( Saturday) May 23. The Prizes amount to £ 200, and will be raced for by J. J. Collier, Willie and Charles Beckwith, A. S Robinson, and others, in heats of one mile.— Admission Is. LOJTDOX : PBIIRRHD FOB UKB XAJIISTY'S 8TATI0NTJEY OFFICE BY JT7DD AND CO., DOOTOBS' COMMONS, B. C.