- 3 7 E E X 3 POLICE GAZETT PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 26, 1890. VOL. VII., No. 730. 3riEC3- TTIj- A_ TIOISrS. L All announcements for insertion in the POLICB GAZETTB, and all communications upon them should be addressed to THB EDITOB OP THB POIICH GAZETTE, NEW SCOTLAND YABD, LONDON, S. W. 2. Particulars concerning persons whose apprehension is sought icill le inserted » ' » one issue of 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, and the exact conditions be clearly stated. 6. 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 borough, as the case may be. 7. Announcements concerning stolen property must be guaranteed by an officer of not less rank than Inspector, or analogous thereto. 8. Announcements of all persons to le apprehended or of stolen property bear a number, and are alphabetically arranged by counties. 9. The force which causes particulars concerning delinquents or stolen property to le inserted in the POLICB GAZBTTB, 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 whicn mai/ 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, New Scotland Yard, by cheque, crossed " Drummond 8f 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. 11. Announcements concerning property lost or persons missing can only be accepted as advertisements. R. ANDBBaoN, Editor. NOTICE, 1.— The composition of the Friday No. of the " Police Gazette" will be found arranged for easy reference as follows :— ( a) Regulations at top of 1st page. Apprehensions Sought. ( 1). Metropolitan Police District. ( 2). Counties. ( 3). Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged in strict alphabetical order. Persons in custody. ( 1). Metropolitan Police District. ( 2). Counties. ( 3). Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged in strict alphabetical order. Property Stolen. ( 1). Metropolitan Police District. ( 2). Counties. ( 3). Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged in strict alphabetical order. - Any additional copies of the GAZETTE beyond the number at present supplied will be forwarded on application in the form set forth in circular of the 7th of November, 1883. 3.— It is particularly requested that any com- plaints as to the non- delivery or of irregularity in the date of delivery of the POLICE GAZETTE, may be at once notified to the Editor. ( b) ( c) ( d) 2.- NOT1CE. " Scotland Yard, London," has been regis- tered at the General Post Office as the abbreviated address for telegrams for the Assistant Commissioner of Metropolitan Police, Criminal Investigation, whose offices are now at New Scotland Yard, London, S. W., instead of 21, Whitehall Place. NOTICE. EXTRADITION. A Declaration was signed in London on the 21st of April, 1887, between the British and Belgian • Governments, for amending Article I. of the Extra- dition Treaty of 20th May, 1876. The amended Article will henceforth read as follows:— " It is agreed that Her Britannic Majesty and his Majesty the King of the Belgians shall, on requisi tion made in their name by their respective Diplo- matic Agents, deliver up to each other, reciprocally, any persons who, being accused or convicted as principals or accessories of the crimes hereinafter specified, committed within the territories of the requiring party, shall be found within the territories • of the other party." " In no ease, nor under any consideration whatever, shall the High Contracting Parties be bound to surrender their • own subjects whether by birth or naturalisation." The result of the modification in the Treaty is that either Government may deliver up its own subjects to the other Government, but cannot be considered bound to do BO. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 1. — ( Convict Supervision Depart - ment). — Wcodcat portrait and description of Supervisee HENRY FOSTER, alias CHARLES 4. — D Division.— Woodcut portrait and des- cription of HENRY CROSSLEY, whose apprehen- READ, Office No. 26510, whose apprehension is sought for larceny ( furnished apartments), age 35, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion dark, hair dark brown, eyes hazel, scars on right cheek, upper lip, back of right hand ( indent) and on left thumb, slightly pockmarked. Sentenced at Middlesex Sessions, 19th May, 1879, to 7 years penal servitude and 5 years police supervision for larceny. Licensed 9th December, 1884. Information to the Assistant Commissioner, Con- vict Supervision Department, New Scotland Yard, S. W. 2— N Division. — For stealing, by trick, through the Exchange and Mart, a lady's gold open- face geneva repeater watch ( repeats hours and quarters), No. 10492/ 7882— ARTHUR CECIL FENTON, age 40, height 5 ft. 7 in., slight build, complexion pale, hair dark brown, whiskers and moustache ginger, speaks with a quick Irish accent; dress, dark clothes, high hat, wears spats. An accountant; native of Belfast. Warrant issued. 3. — S Division.— For] stealing] £ 6 10s. — CHARLES E. COLLIER, a barman, age 19, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fair, hair light, eyes blue, thin face, sharp features, large prominent nose; dress, black coat and vest, dark tweed trousers, and grey tweed cricketing cap, which he will probably change. May endeavour to obtain] appointment on board ship as assistant purser. sion is sought for bigamy and fraud, age 49, height 6 ft., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes ( full and large) blue, very red face and nose, lost top of little finger of one hand ; generally dresses in dark clothes and high silk hat, gentlemanly appearance and address. A native of Yorkshire. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. CITY OF LONDON. 5.— For larceny and embezzling large sums of money— GEORGE THORPE, late of Shepperton House, Lee- road, Lee, Kent, age 52, ( looks younger), height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., hair dark and smooth, parted in centre, slight straggling whiskers, full face, walks lame and stoops, slouching gait, stout build ; dress, dark beaver overcoat with velvet collar, dark suit, and high hat, smart appearance. A cashier. Absconded 12th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. McWilliam, 26, Old Jewry, E. G. BEDFORDSHIRE. 6.— Leighton Buzzard ( County).— Woodcut portrait and description of RUPERT FINN, whose apprehension is sought for embezzling £ 54— Age 22, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, no whiskers or moustache, but may wear false whiskers and moustache, well built, carries his head forward ; dress, dark rough pilot overcoat, with velvet collar, dark grey coat and vest, grey check trousers, and black hard felt hat. A native of Canterbury. Has 4 T H E POLICE GAZETTE. TUESDAY, DECEMBER 26, 1890. friends at Gravesen 1. Was employed as manager of a shoe sliop. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Shepherd, Leigliton Buzzard. BRECONSHIRE. 7.— Brynmawr ( County). — For embezzling £ 2 7s.— JOHN E. CHAPMAN", a grocers assistant, age 25, height 5 ft. 1 or 2 in., complexion fresh, hair light, moustache light sandy, turn- up nose ; dress, green overcoat, with velvet collar, black stripe suit, black bowler hat. Native of Shrewsbury. Absconded 13th ult. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Winterson, Crickhowell, or to Sergt. Williams, Brynmawr. 8.— Crickhowell ( County). — For deserting his wife and family— WILLIAM GARDNER, late of Cwmdn, Ciickhowell, age about 48, height 5 ft. 10 or 11 in., hair and whiskers dark, partly bald from erysipelas, eyes grey, rather high forehead, very noisy when in drink. Supposed working at some colliery in Rhondda Valley, Glamorganshire. Last heard of working at the Maritime Colliery, Pontypridd. Supposed under a false name. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Winterson, Crickhowell. CHESHIRE. 9.— Birkenhead ( County). — For obtaining money by false j retences— RICHARD BUTTERS, age 36, height 5 t't. 8 or 9 in., complexion sallow, hair black, full beard sandy, turns his knees out when walkii'g; dress, light drab overcoat, and probably a long dark ulster. Respectable appearance and good address. A teetotaller and non- smoker. A com- mercial traveller ( confectionery), late of Liverpool. May endeavour to emigrate, as he has in his posses- sion a large sum of money. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Supt. Hindley, County Hall, Birkenhead. 10.— Middlewich ( County).— For robbery and assault cm police— AARON DICKINSON, age 41, height 6 it. llin., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, pockmarked ; dress, dark mixture suit ( short round jacket). Native of Over. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. John Plant, Middlewich. DURHAM. 11.— West Hartlepool ( County).— For obtain- ing money by false pretences— WILLIAM BELL- WOOD, age 28, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion pale, hair ( cut short) dark, moustache brown, rather large nose ; dress, black melton coat and vest, black worsted trousers, new brown top coat, hard black felt hat. He lepresents to tradesmen, & c., that he has land and building sites for sale, and by the production of forged deeds and agreements obtains a deposit from intending purchasers. Was sentenced about 6 years ago, at Hull, to 6 months imprison- ment. Was convicted about 3 years ago, at Leeds; also at Grimsby for fraud. A native of Hull. Warrant issued. ' Information to Supt. Parkinson, West Hartlepool. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 12.— Fishponds ( County) — For stealing money — SAMUEL BRITTON, a shoemaker, age 18, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fair, hair and moustache light, eyes hazel, mole right arm ; dress, black diagonal coat and vest, black cord trousers, black bowler hat, supposed spring- side boots. Native of Hanliam, near Bristol. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Matthews, Fishponds. HAMPSHIRE. 13. — Romsey ( County). — For embezzling £ 16 ' 3s. 10( 1— JOHN CURTIS, age about 30, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion, hair, whiskers, and moustache dark ( probably since shaved), downcast look, and puts his right hand to his chin frequently when talking, walks with short quick step ; dress, dark tweed jacket and trousers, black hard felt hat. May seek employment of dairymen, farmers, dealers, & c. Warrant issued. Information to Inspector Russell, Romsey. HEREFORDSHIRE. 14.— Leominster ( County). — For stealing £ 3 3s. — MARY JAMES, alias GRIFFIN, age about 40, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown; dress, black jacket, trimmed with black fur, black skirt, trimmed with velvet, aud black crape bonnet. For aiding and abetting Mary James— WM. GRIFFIN, a clock cleaner, age 35, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion dark, hair dark brown ; dress, black coat with pockets behind, black vest, military trousers with stripe taken out, strong boots, and black hard felt hat. Usually carries a frail with a cord through. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Strangward, Leominster. HERTFORDSHIRE. 15— Hemel Hempsted ( County). — For carnally knowing a girl under the age of 13— JOSIAH WELCH, age 40 to 45, height 5 ft. 8| or 9 in., stout build, complexion ruddy, hair and side whiskers brown, eyes grey, very talkative and fond of tap- room company ; dress, mixture suit. A game- keeper, but was formerly a constable in the Bucking- hamshire Constabulary. Has a presentatioa watch he is very fond of shewing. Native of Bucks. Warrant issued. 16.— Hemel Hempstead ( County).— For de- serting and leaving his five children chargeable to the Hemel Hempstead Union— ALFRED CUTLER, age 38, height about 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, weak eyes, pockmarked, of drunken and dissipated habits; dress, light coat, cord trousers, and hard felt hat. A bricklayer; native of Hemel Hempstead. Is supposed to be in the neighbourhood of Kilburn, Middlesex. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Pearson, Hemel Hempstead. KENT. 17. — Dover ( Boroxigh). — For rape, JOHN EARL MATTISON, age 30, height G ft., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes hazel, well built and of military appearance ; dress ( supposed) dark mixture suit and hard felt hat. Belongs to the Army Reserve. May endeavour to go to Canada. Warrant issued. Information to Snpt. Sanders, Dover. 18.— Folkestone ( Borough,).— For stealing, 5th inst., watches entrusted to him to be repaired— MACARRIE, a tramping watchmaker, age 50, height about 5 ft. 2 in., complexion dark, hair and moustache black, pale full eyes, bald spot on top of head ; dress, long black overcoat and_ black hard felt hat. Carries his tools in a black leather bag strapped across his shoulders, and generally works at low public- houses and lodging houses. Is said to be well known at Dover, Deal, and Canter- bury. Description of watches stolen :— A silver geneva watch, " J. M." engraved on back of outer case, and bird engraved inside of outer case ; a silver open- face geneva watch, " Aldons, Liverpool St., City, No. 63286," on face/' 6041" in private figures and small letter " R " inside case ; a double- case silver geneva watch, outer case worn smooth; a small silver double- case watch, French make; a silver double- case English lever watch; a large old- fashioned silver verge watch, piece of dial broken off near figure 6 ; a silver geneva watch, No. 2309 • and a round brass clock, lever balance, about 42 inches in diameter, ring top and bottom. Information to Supt. Taylor, Town Hall, Folke- stone. 19.— Margate ( Borough).— For stealing yards blue serge ; a long blue Whitney overcoat, dark twill lining, velvet collar, bone buttons, breast, ticket and two hip pockets with flaps; a double- breasted blue Vicuna cloth reefer jacket ( new), silk facings, blue cloth- covered buttons, inside and outside breast pocket, ticket and two hip pockets ALFRED SMITH, a tailor, age 36, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., slight build, complexion fair, hair brown, moustache light, small side whiskers; dress, brown tweed jacket, striped trousers, lace boots, brown hard felt hat; may be wearing the stolen overcoat; carried an umbrella. Supposed native of Notting- ham, but has worked in Oxford Street, London, for several years. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Buck, Margate, LANARKSHIRE. 20. — Glasgow ( City). — For embezzling £ 44 18s. 5d.— JOHN BROWN, age 20, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion pale, hair and slight moustache dark ; dress when last seen, dark tweed double- breasted jacket, light check trousers, light felt hat. Takes an active interest in football, and was a playing member of the Clyde Junior Eleven Foot- ball Club. A clerk. Absconded on or about 12th inst. Warrant issued. 21. — Glasgow ( City). — For embezzling £ 55 3s. 0d.— FRANCIS HENRY McGOWAN, age 30, height about 5 ft. 7 in., hair dark, heavy moustache brown, slight side whiskers, speaks with slight Irish accent; dress, darkish tweed suit, blue cloth overcoat, hard brown felt hat. A warehouse- man. Native of Sligo, absconded 16th inst. Warrant issued. 22.— Glasgow ( City).— For forging, between 9th September and 9th December, the name of an umbrella manufacturer, to three bills of exchange, amounting to £ 215 16s. 3d., which ho discounted in a bank in this city, JOHN W. PATERSON, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion pale, hair, whiskers, and moustache dark brown, sunken peculiar eyes, speaks with a Scotch accent; dress, when last seen, dark clothes and black felt hat. Is married and resided at Muirhead, Chryston, Lanark- shire. Absconded 15th inst., and may endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Infoimation to Chief Constable Boyd, Glasgow. 23.— Airdrie ( Burgh).— For stealing, at Chapel- hall, 10th ult., a two- wheeled dog- cart, dark brown painted body, the lower panel divided into three parts, and the upper one sparred, wheels and shafts lined with rod, ( laik blue cushions, both seats shift with a spring from the front, and the foot- board behind is worked by a spring in the centre of it, half- moon shaped silverised handle on each side in front- JOSEPH SMITH, age about 45, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., slight build, complexion fair, hair, whiskers and moustache light, beard cut to a point on jcliin, thin features, very small eyes, rather large nose, spoke with an English accent; tdress, navy blue serge jacket suit, dark blue waterproof coal, and felt hat. Also his son, age 20 or 21, height about 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., hair light, clcan shaved ; dress, brown jacket suit, dark bine waterproof coat, and black felt hat. These men were canvassing for a firm of photo- graphers in Glasgow, and hired the dog- cart by the week. The pony was their own. Information to Supt. Hynd, Airdrie. LANCASHIRE. 24.— Widnes ( County).— For stealing a gold albert ( recovered), and £ 90— THOMAS STEVENS, ago 33, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion pale, hair and whiskers black, eyes dark, lost left foot up to heel, and toes and part of right foot, from frost bite, springs from his heels when walking; dress, blue pilot overcoat, light brown check tweed trousers, and vest, dark plaid cap with peak, and lace boots. A joiner, but may be found with betting men, or FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12, 1890. T H E POLICE GAZETTE. 3 may endeavour to leave the country as he has pre- viously been to America. Information to Supt. Noble tt, " Widnes. £ 10 REWARD. 25.— Manchester ( City).— For stealing, 19th Sept. last, from a girl age 7, in Stretford- road, Hulme, a female child, age 5 weeks, very small for age, dark hair; dressed in long white clothing, white shawl, skin discoloured over nose and left eye, malformation of left ear— A WOMAN", middle age, wearing spectacles ; dressed in dark plaid shawl, maroon dress, beaded slippers, who said she would hold the baby whilst the girl went on a message for her. The above reward will be paid by Mr. Wm. Norris, Platford Hotel, Stretford- road, Manchester, giving such information as shall lead to the recovery of the child and conviction of the thief. It is requested that enquiry be made at lodging- houses and tramp wards, and any information obtained communicated to Chief Constable Wood, Town Hall, Manchester. 26.— Manchester ( City).— Woodcut portrait and description of BENJN. THOMAS CUN- CLIFFE, whose apprehension is sought for larceny pated appearance; dress, black worsted coat and vest, dark trousers with brown and light stripe, white linen collar, dirty green and blue tie, strong shooting boots ( worn down at heels) with square toes, black hard felt hat with rather wide brim. May be found at low beer- houses, and amongst prostitutes, or seek employment at hotels as ostler, & c. Information to Supt. Brown, Bourne. 30.— Spalding ( County). — For fraud at Spalding on 18th October last— a woman, who gave the name of BROWNING, age about 40, very short, hair light brown, pale face, shoulder and back deformed; dress, long tight dust cloak, light print dress, old button- boots, and black hat with b'rd on top. Accompanied by a man, age about 5* 7, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fair, hair, whiskers aud moustache turning grey; dress, light s; rey suit, dust overooat, old lace boots and round folt hat. They took lodgings at Bourne on 15th October, and left on 20th, ordering goods from tradesmen on approbation, and giving the name of a good home. On receiving the goods, they immediately absconded. Warrant issued against the woman. Information to Supt. Jarvis, Spalding. NORFOLK. 31.— Swaffham ( County).— For deserting his family, leaving them chargeable to tho South Greenhoe Union- ROBERT DIXON YOUNG, late innkeeper, age about 58, height 5 ft. 9 in., stout build, hair inclined to be grey, light side- whiskers and moustache, chin shaved, warts as large as small peas on different parts of face; usually dressed in light clothes. Has been in Africa, and is now sup- posed to be in London. Is fond of betting. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Mumford, Swaffham. and embezzlement, age 25, height 5 ft. 11 in., com- plexion fair, hair black ; dress, blue pilot overcoat, black velvet collar, black Inverness mackintosh. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Smith, Manchester. LEICESTERSHIRE. 27.— Leicester ( Borough). — For uttering a forged bill of exchange for £ 73 — JAMES TAYLOR, oil refiner, late of Siddais Road Mills and Little Eaton, Derby, age 38, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., stout build, fresh complexion, round full face, lair brown, slight side whiskers, heavy moustache ; dresses well, of gentlemanly appearance. He left Derby 12th inst., taking his luggage; he had in his possession several hundred pounds in gold. Stays at first class hotels, and is well known amongst curriers and leather merchants, as he did a large trade with them, travelling the districts himself. May endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. 28.— Leicester ( Borough). — For stealing, between 13th and 16th ult., a gold locket ( recover- ed at Derby); 1 gold necklet, plain links ; 4 silver table spoons, S. E. N, supposed engraved thereon; 1 silver George and Dragon crown piece ( supposed George III reign) ; A MAN, age about 22, height about 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., slender build, complexion dark, talks quickly; dress, black clothes, black felt hat, good appearance. He took lodgings at the house on the 13th inst., stating that he represented Messrs. Hodgson & Stead, weighing machine manufacturers, Egerton Works and Hope Foundry Windsor- street, Salford, and left suddenly about noon, 16th inst. Information to Chief Constable Duns, Leicester. LINCOLNSHIRE. 29. — Bourne ( County). — For embezzling £ 1L 12s. 6d. on 9th inst., while acting as County Court bailiff— FRANK HYDE, alias TANNER, ago 27, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, clean shaved, pimply face, thick lips, dissi- NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. £ 5 REWARD. 32.— Peterborough ( City).— For stealing, 2nd October last, from a livery- stable keeper— A dark brown mare pony, aged, about 14 hands, recently clipped, black points; a set of black harness, brass- mounted ; a light square varnished cart, maker's name " Stangei, Spalding," on cap of wheels off side, shaft has been cracked and repaired with iron plate ; a knee rug, one side black, red and blue stripe on the other; a cane whip, red and black — A YOUTH, age about 18, height 5 ft. 4 in., com- plexion and hair light; dress, light suit, black hard felt hat. He stated he was going to Helpston, and would return about 2 p. m., and that there was two going and four coming back. Information to Head Constable Lawson, Peter- borough, by whom the above reward will be paid for the apprehension and conviction of the thief and recovery of the property. 33.— Northampton ( Borough).— For stealing, 19th inst., a dark mixturo cloth Inverness overcoat, with cape, black and red check lining, bone buttons, 2 pockets on hips, ticket and breast pocket; 2 pairs grey Shetland lamb's wool pants ; 2 woollen shirts, 1 grey ground with black stripe ( check), the other a blue ground with black stripe ; and 1 pair of red and black woollon gloves— A man who gave the name of TAPPER, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion pale, moustache and eyebrows dark, sharp nose, Jewish appearance ; dress, dark overcoat, dark trousers, black hard hat, may be wearing the stolen overcoat. He went to a large shop and selected the above articles, directing that they should be sent to an address in a better class locality, and that he would pay on delivery. The goods were sent, and after keeping the man, who delivered them, waiting for a considerable time, Tapper came to the door and said that some of the things did not match, and would see the man again in a minute. He theu went into the house, turning out the gas, and was not seen again. His footprints were traced in the garden, having got over the wall into an adjoining street. The house proved to be an empty one, he having obtained the key from a house agent, to whom he stated he was unmanned and lived with his sister. Also gave the name of LAWSON. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Mardlin, North- ampton. ROXBURGHSHIRE. 34.— Hawick ( Burgh).— For obtaining, between 4th and 7th inst., food and lodging, and attempting to obtain money by falsa pretences— WILLIAM K1DD, a tramping gardener or sawmiller, age 38, height 5 ft. 7 in., stout build, hair light, moustache sandy, very red cheeks, part of left thumb and right third finger missing; dress, dark tweed check suit, black hard felt liat, strong watertight lace boots, carried a walking- stick; smart appearance, and good address. This man tramps tho country, calls on gardeners, and asks for work, if successful, he works for a few days and then leaves, without paying his lodgings. Previously convicted of fraud in tho county of Forfar, ar. d the burgh of Kirkcaldy. Native of Kirkden, Forfar. Warrant issued. 35.— Hawick ( Borough).— JOHN McCALLUM, Case No. 80, 28th ult., not yet apprehended. Information to Supt. Macdonald, Hawick. STAFFORDSHIRE. 36.— Bursiem ( County).— For stealing a geneva watch, No. 6091C, " Kendal & Dent," makers— RALPH COOPER, age 26, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, no whiskers, large nose, military appearance; dress, dark i ouad coat and vest, dirty moleskin trousers, dark peak cap, lace boots. A labourer ; native of Barslem. Warrant issued. 37.— Bursiem ( County).— For stealing a blue cloth overcoat, and a black worsted cord jacket ( nearly new), usual pockets— THOMAS JONES, age about 20, height 5 ffc. 4^ in., slender build, com- plexion fresh, hair light, sharp features, cut right wrist; dress, brown plaid jacket, railway porter's vest, corduroy trousers, two- peak cap, lace boots. Has been employed by a coal dealer in Salford. Native of Manchester. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hill, Barslem. 38.— Han ley ( Borough). — For obtaining food and lodgings by false pretences, from 8tli to 15th in6t., and stealing on 15th inst., a dark green melton evercoat, usual pockets, black bone buttons, light coloured lining, to fit a man 5 ft. 6 in. high ; a pair of men's side- spring boots, size G ; a pair of men's lace boots, size 7 ( both pairs nearly new) ; a gentle- man's umbrella, buckhorn handle, engraved silver mount with space for name, Fox's patent frame ( nearly new) ; 3 stand- up collars, with corners turned down, size 15 ; and 2 odd linen cuffs, size 9s ( one stamped " J. Jousey, Redcar "— STANLEY BENT, or EVERETT, age about 35, height 5 ft. 6i in., hair ( bald on top) dark, moustache very dark, eyes dark, speaks very politely ; dress, black worsted morning coat, light plaid vest, brown and grev striped trousers ( very much worn and frayed round bottoms), lace boots ( one burst at side of toe), black hard hat; as an overcoat he wore a double- breasted black worsted frock coat, with patch of drab paint on right shoulder. Native of Warrington. He has been employed as agent in advance by several theatrical companies, and committed the abovo offences while pretending to be agent in advance for Grace Hawthorne's Theodora Company. He is well known to most managers of travelling companies. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Windle, Ilanley. SUFFOLK. 39.— Ipswich ( Borough).— For larceny ( servant) — JOHN ORRIS, age 34, height 5 ft. * 4 or 5 in., weight about 11 stone, complexion pale, hair and moustache light brown, marked peculiarity in his speech, catches his breath and then stops for a second or two, an inveterate snuff- taker; dress, dark suit, overcoat, hard black hat. Has worked at Harleston, Suffolk. May be accompanied by a fresh- looking youth, age about 21. Left Ipswich 11th inst. Native of Shelland, Suffolk, where his parents reside. Wa- rant issued. 40.— Ipswich ( Bwough).— For larceny ( trick)— WM. ABLETT, age 34, height o ft. 6 in., weight about 10 stone, complexion fresh, hair ( inclined to curl) sandy, eyes hazel, high cheek bones; dress, when last seen in a grey suit and brown hard hat. Wears a heavy gold fetter- and- link chain with locket attached, and instead of a watch 3 large silver lockets. Holds a pedlar's certificate, issued 4 T E E POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 2G, 1890. by the Staffordshire Constabulary, February, 1890 and hawks furniture about the streets. Will prob- ably lodge at some respectable publie- house. Left Ipswich by the 2.3 p. m. train 10th inst., and went in the direction of Norwich. Warrant issued. Information to Lt - Col. Russell, Chief Constable, Ipswich. SURREY. 41. — Chertsey ( County). — For obtaining a parcel containing 12 new head collars from the London and South Western Railway Company at Egham, oil 22nd ult., with intent to cheat and defraud — GEORGE JONES, alias TURNER, OSBORNE, WHITE, and JOHNSON, ago 42, height 5 ft. G or 7 in., thin face, brown moustache, bow- legged. A harness maker. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Bryant, Chertsey. 42.— Godstone ( County). — For embezzling, 2nd inst,, at Howe, £ 18— ARTHUR TENFOLD, alias ARTHUR BRIGHT, a groccr's van- man, age 28 or 30, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion very dark, hair, heavy beard, black, eyes ( quick and shift- ing) hazel, military walk ; dress, black and white mixture coat and vest ( not matching), brown corduroy trousers, dark overcoat, black hard felt hat, blucher boots. Has served in the Militia as Arthur Bright; the last term being thic year, at Eastbourne. Native of Harifield, Sussex. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Red ford, Godstone. SUSSEX ( EAST). 43.— Uckfield ( County).— For burglary, 2nd inst,, A MAN, age 27 to 30, height 5 ft, 8 or 9 in., slender build, complexion dark, hair ( curly), whiskers and moustache and eyes dark ; dress, long dark overcoat, round black hard felt hat, boots without nails. A tramp. Information to Supt. Diplock, Uckfield. WILTSHIRE. 41.— Trowbridge ( County).— For non- payment of a fine and costs— GILROY" SMITH ( a gipsy), age 60, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion dark, hair grey, no whiskers, nose knocked on one side; dress, probably old light clothes, and soft billycock hat. Travels with his wife and several sons with a pony and old spring trap ; camps by roadsides, making and hawking elothes- p^ gs. Wan ant issued. Information to Supt. White, Trowbridge. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. BERKSHIRE. 45.— Wokingham ( County). — Sentenced to 3 months imprisonment, 13th inst., for having in his possession housebreaking implements by night, with intent to break into Twyford Railway Station, 6th inst.— WILLIAM SARGENT, alias THOMAS GREGSON, and JOHN FE ATH ERSTONHAUGH, age 35, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion sallow, hair, moustache and beard dark brown, eyes grey, small mole right side of neck, scar left shoulder and back of neck, mole left arm, small round scar right elbow, half gold plate with false teeth in upper jaw; dress, light mixture tweed inverness coat, black cloth cut- away coat and vest, black and lavender striped trousers, black silk necktie, lace boots with toecaps, and black hard felt hat. Native of Torquay; is known at Kingsbridge. Had in his possession a large key, supposed to belong to a church or chapel door. Was sentenced at Exeter Sessions, 31st December, 1888, to 12 months imprisonment for larceny, and at Reading, 12th April, 1890, to 3 months imprison- ment for attempting to steal from a contribution box at Great Western Railway Station, Reading. Sup- posed wanted elsewhere. Information to Supt. Atkin, Wokingham. BRECONSHIRE. 4G.— Crickhowell ( County).— Committed for trial at next Quarter Sessions, 6th prox., for obtain- ing a horse by false pretences— ALFRED BRAIN, age 23, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, protuberance between nostrils, small scar bridge of nose, mole left of nose. Native of Cinderford, but has not resided there for many years, and has recently been staying at or near Wednesbury. Supposed wanted for similar offences. Information to Supt. Winterson, Crickhowell. ESSEX. 47.— Ongar ( County).— Committed for trial at Chelmsford Quarter Sessions, for stealing a hatchet at Ongar Railway Station, 11th inst. — DAN CALLENAN, alias DANIEL O'CONNELL, age 27, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion dark, hair black, eyes grey, very hairy body and legs; dress light tweed jacket, drab trousers and vest, lace boots, and double - peak plaid cap. A native of Blarney, Ireland. Was convicted 14th July, 1890, atMistley Petty Sessions for stealing a coat, and sentenced to 1 month's imprisonment; at. Ipswich County Sessions, 17th October, 1890, for stealing a spade, and sentt ~ c t' weeks imprisonment. Was also convicted for vagrancy and unlawful possession at Dorking, Kingston, and Reigate, from 1888 to 1890 Supposed wanted for other offences. Information to Inspector Robinson, Ongar. HUNTINGDONSHIRE. 43.— Ramsey (( entity).— Committed for trial at next Quarter Sessions, 6th prox. for larceny ( iill)— ROBERT NASH ( supposed false), age 60, heglit 5 ft. 4^ in., slight build, complexion sallow, full whiskers and moustache very grey, bald. A tailor. States he belongs to Strutton Ground, Westminster, but the last 8 years has been tramp- ing the country working at his trade. Supposed previously convicted. Information to Inspector Rayner, Ramsey. KENT. 49.— Tun bridge Wells ( Borough).— Sentenced to 6 weeks imprisonment for larceny on 19th inst.— JOHN WILLIAMS, alias MARTIN and " PUNCH," age 26, height 5 ft. 2- J- in., complexion fair, hair light, eyes grey, birthmark left side of neck. A native of Gravesend. States he lived at 35, Annie Street, Greenhithe, near Dartford; also that he served in the 3rd Buffs ( East Kent) Regiment. Information to Head Constable Embery, Tun- bridge Well. NORFOLK. 50.— East Dereham ( County).— Committed for trial at next Assizes at Norwich, for arson— THOMAS BAKER, alias THOMAS BROWN, age 66, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair grey, eyes grey, crown and anchor, star, mermaid, heart with dagger through it left arm, lost large toe left foot; dress, drab jacket, dark vest, cord trousers, lace boots, and brown hard felt hat. States he has been in Royal Navy and merchant service, but tramping the country for the last 9 years. Sup- posed native of Lowestoft. Has been convicted at Aylsliam, Norfolk. Information to Supt. Symonds, East Dereham. SURREY. 51.— Guildford ( Borough). — Sentenced to 3 months imprisonment at H. M. Prison, Holloway, for obtaining goods from various tradesmen on approval and absconding with same— LUCY MAY LEECH, alias SNELLING and McKENZIE, age 21, height 5 ft. 2i in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes brown ; dress, black cloth jacket, with blnck fur lining, black velveteen dress, and black felt hat with red wings ; stated she had been employed at 60, Regency- square, Brighton, as house- maid. Sentenced to 3 months imprisonment at H. M. Prison, Wandsworth, on a similar charge— CHARLES JOHN LEECH, age 26, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair ( inclined to curl) light brown, slight moustache, eyes hazel, little finger left hand bent from fracture; dress, long dark overcoat, striped trousers, black hard felt hat. Had in his possession a pawn ticket giving the address, 17, Wells- road, Sydenham. Information to Chief Constable Berry, Guildford. WARWICKSHIRE. 52. — S h i pst O n - O n - St O U r ( Conraty). — Com- mitted for trial at next Quarter Sessions for horse- stealing— HENRY RICHARD FRYER ( supposed fictitious), age 39, height 6 ft. 1 in., complexion sallow, hair brown, eyes grey, lost front tooth left side upper jaw, mole left cheek, 3 moles and wart back of neck ; dresses as an agricultural labourer generally with a macintosh and leather leggings. Informat ion to Supt. Hinde, SLipstoii- on- Stour. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 53.— s Division.— 19th inst., a masive silver tea- tray, about 30 inches long, richly chased— crest of 1st Life Guards— Presented to the Officers' Mess by Sir Watkin Wynn; a silver tea- tray abont 22 inches long— crest of 1st Life Guards— Presented to the Officers' Mess by Captain Heneage; a large silver candelabra— crest of 1st Life Guards— Pre- sented to the Officers' Mess by the Earl of Clonmel; a small silver candelabra— crest of 1st Life Guards — Presented to the Officers' Mess by Mr. Tomblia ; and a large silver candlestick— crest of 1st Life Guards. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BERKSHIRE. 54.— Maidenhead ( County). — 12th inst,, afc Cannon Hill, Bray— 1 gold English lever watch open face, maker William Clifton ; 1 gold chain ; 1 pair small gold bracelets ; 1 small gold bracelet ( embossed) ; 1 pearl and gold bracelet; 1 Indian gold bracelet; 1 gold signet ring, crest griffin's head; 1 gold chatelaine, with a gold and yellow- stone seal attached, crest griffin's head, " En dieu est mon experance" engraved thereon ; 1 Indian ornament; 1 set gold Indian amethyst, set in early English setting; 1 mosaic bracelet, " Romo" in gilt letters thereon; 1 old- fashioned brooch and' ear- rings ; 1 red Indian stone arrow set in gold. Information to the Chief Constable of Berkshire, Reading, or to Supt. Iremonger, Maidenhead. BUCKINGHAMSHIRE. 55.— SlOUgh ( County).— 12st inst., by house- breaking, at Taplow— 1 gold geneva watch; 1 gentle- man's open face silver geneva watch ; I gold chain, snake pattern, with 3 chased balls, about 1 inch apart, attached; 1 large cameo brooch, set in gold; 1 gold flower brooch, and earrings to match ; 1 pair small earrings, pearls in centre ; 1 gold neck chain, small pattern; 1 silver locket and chain ; 1 pain silver studs; 1 silver brooch, pattern lilies and leaves; 1 round silver brooch; 1 coral necklace;. I coral brooch, with roses and leaves ; 1 coral brooch, having a kar with gold bands ; 1 silver bracelet, with gold flowers round it; 1 set of pearl beads; and £ 3 gold. Supposed by a MAN, age 20, height abont 5 ft. 7 in. ; dress, dark coat ( worn), dark trousers, pink shirt without collar, wore a piece of dark scarf round neck, black cap with peak ; appear- ance of a stableman. Information to Supt. Sutton, Slough. ESSEX. 56.— Colchester ( Borough). — 17th inst., at Colchester Barracks— 1 gentleman's gold lever hunting- watch, engine- turned case ( much worn), no glass, crest, an arm holding a branch of oak, on case, maker " H. P. Webb, Manchester " ; 1 German, or metal automatic watch, showing figures of hours, minutes, and seconds on separate dials, glass broken,, shield on back ; 1 gold signet ring, crest, a lion ; 1 watch chain, fine gold and platinum; 1 gold knife,. 1 in. long ( cigar cutter) ; 2 gold pencil cases, about 2 in. long; 1 gold scarf pin, representing a. stage coach,, diamond lamps and windows ; 1 gold masonic jewel, in form of carpenter's square, about 8-.',- in. long, and A in. wide, chased, pin and ribbon attached. Information to Chief Constable Coombs, Col- chester. LANCASHIRE. 57.— Leigh ( County).— Between 20th and 21st inst.— 1 black worsted jacket, pocket each hip, 1 out- side left breast, and 1 inside right, Philips, Tyldes- ley, on tab ; vest to match ( nearly new) ; 1 pair drab cord trousers ( nearly new) ; 1 pair men's lace boots,- worn, soled, and has a patch on inner side left boot, and about £ 5 2s„ consisting of 4 sovereigns, 1 half- sovereign, and 12;?. in silver and copper. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12, 1890. THE POLICE GAZETTE. 5 22nd inst., a brown worsted overcoat, brown lining, 4 pockets ontside, brown cloth or covered buttons ( nearly new). 58.— Leigh ( County).— 20th inst., at Westleigli, a rongh blue cloth overcoat, silk velvet collar, red and black plaid lining, double- breasted, 4 buttons on left side, 1 on light, in good condition. Information to Supt. Higginbottom, Leigh. 59.— Old Trafford ( County).— 19th inst. at Moss Side— 6 boxes cigars ( 1 Eldistino brand, 1 Premier, 1 Victoria, 1 Sally, 1 Swan, 1 Carrissima), 50 in each box ; 4 one oz. packets mixture tobacco ; 2 sixpenny packets cigarettes. Information to Supt. Bent, Old Trafford. 60.— Rawtenstall ( County).— 3rd inst., from a beer- house— The sum of £ 161, consisting of £ 140 gold and £ 21 silver, which included 4 or 5 old crown pieces ; 1 gentleman's old silver lever watch, No. 5032, maker " W. Robinson, Liverpool " ; 1 lady's gold ring, set with 5 pale corals and 8 small diamonds ; 1 gold brooch, made from a foreign coin ( supposed Spanish) value £ 2; 1 pair of lady's gold cuff studs, with monogram " M. H."; and 1 silver thimble, with a small hole in it. Information to Supt. Procter, Rawtenstall. 61.— Salford ( Borough). — Between 19th and 20th— a set of silver- mounted trap harness, breast- plate instead of collar, loose turrets to saddle and plate, with initials " J. C." thereon, square patent leather blinkers to bridle, plate on each with initials J. C. thereon, 4- ring snaffle bit, brown leather driving reins, double stitched, with ivory stoppers. 62.— Salford ( Borough).— 13th inst., by house- breaking— a lady's silver necklet, plain ball links on hinges, and a number of small balls attached all round; a lady's gold oval- shaped locket " In memory of" on front, partly effaced. 14th inst., by shopbreaking— 10 boxes of cigars Eldestine Brand; 6 boxes of cigars Eldestine Special Brand; 7 boxes of cigars C. C. Brand ( 50 in each box ; 4 boxen of Three Castles Cigarettes; 4 boxes of Heartsease Cigarettes; 4 boxes of Wild Woodbine Cigarettes; and 7 boxes of Turkish Cigarettes. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Salford. STAFFORDSHIRE. £ 10 REWARD. 63.— Burton- on- Trent ( County).— 11th inst., from the Officers' Quarters, Whittington Barracks— a gentleman's gold f- plate keyless English lever watch, Mo. 5493, maker's name " George Just," with monogram O. B. H. on back, and a gold 18- carat albert chain, small link pattern, had attached a small plain match box. The above reward will be paid by Lieutenant Barker, Whittington Barracks, Lichfield, for the apprehension and conviction of the thief or thieves, and recovery of the property. 64.— Burton- on- Trent ( County).— Between 11th and 12th inst., at Whittington Barracks, near Lichfield— A gold ^- plate English lever keyless watch, No. 5493, monogram on back " O. B. H." maker's name " George Just." Information to Supt. Gilbride, Burton- on- Trent. SUFFOLK. 65.— Hadleigh ( County).— 6th inst., by shop breaking, 5 pairs men's levant top lace boots, piece goloshed, straight caps, black eyelets, 3 hooks each side, russett inside facings, iron heels, brass rivetted, nailed with steel clips, 8/ 3 marked on each left sole at toe, private mark at waist E/ HH ; 2 pairs men's boots, split Derby, straight caps, iron heels, one row of ridge hobs round outside of sole, 5 rows No. 2 Victoria hobs filled up with Vic. hobs, 1 row of brass and 1 iron rivets in waist, no hooks, 6/ 9 marked on toe of left boot; 1 left boot Derby rip, iron heel, filled up with leather, one outside row of ridge hobs, 5 rows of square hobs, 2 rows of brass rivets in waist, 8/ 11 marked in ink at toe; 1 odd child's boot, russett leather, white eyelets, size 4; 1 child's odd boot, levant, lace patent flowered vamps, russett inside facings, black eyelets, brass rivets, black heel top piece, size 5, H/ I 2/ 9 marked in pencil. t Information to Inspector Emmerson, Hadleigh. SURREY. 66.— Chertsey ( County).— 5th inst., at Egham — 1 diamond necklace, star and pendant; 1 diamond and ruby ring; 1 Chinese bracelet; carved ring inlaid with gold; 1 lady's gold watch, monogram C. A. J.; 1 trophy cross and earrings; 1 small coral brooch ; 2 gold pins ( 1 with pearls, 1 with emeralds with chaiu attached); 1 large gold locket with monogram C. A. J.; 1 emerald bangle; I Indian gold necklace, set carbuncles and turquoise and car- buncle earrings; 1 silver gilt Indian necklace and bracelet; 1 Chinese necklacc with carved pearls set in filigree; 1 gold serpent ring; 1 set of studs. Information to Supt. Bryant, Chertsey. SUSSEX ( EAST) — Uckfield ( County).— 14th inst., by house- breaking, at Wadhurst— 1 silver watch, with gold maltese cross and pencil- case attached; 1 plush jewel- box, containing 2 gold rings, viz.: 1 turquoise with forget- me- not in gold letters, and 1 set pearls with ruby in centre ; 1 gold mizpah ring ; 1 silver ditto ; 1 silver chased ling ; 1 silver buckle ; 1 coral brooch ; 1 chased silver thimble; 2 gold clasps enamelled blue, plaited hair in centre; 1 old- fashioned bracelet, buckle with moonstone round, and pale green stone in centre ; 1 gold ring with 5 turquoise ( has been enlarged); 1 imitation gold watch- cap off an old silver verge watch ; 1 silver scarf- ring, with horse- shoe and whip in front ; 1 hair bracelet with gold clasp; 1 small gold bracelet, with letter " F " in pearls ; 1 silver dessert spoon and fork; 1 silver tea spoon with the name " Pa me " engraved thereon. Information to Supt. Diplock, Uckfield. 68.— Brighton ( Borough).— 11th inst., from an hotel— 3 bees, mounted in gold, of deer's teeth, one engraved " A. H." behind ; 1 enamelled small oval brooch; 1 gold brooch, composed of 4 landscape enamel views, the whole joined together by St. Andrew's Cross in blue enamel, back of brooch gold; 2 small enamel ear- rings ( 1 blue, having a motto in French ( very old), the other red, with portraits of ladies); 1 gold flexible bracelet, acorn pendant; 1 flexible gold band bracelet, " A. B." marked inside ; 1 gold flexible bracelet, with dark blue enamel, set with 5 diamonds ; 1 gold bangle bracelet, set with star stones ( supposed 7 blue and red) ; 1 necklace of Ceylon stones, set in old French gold, all different colours, amethyst, garnet, aga, marine,' and various coloured topaz; 1 pair paste ear- rings, set in gold, with yellow and red topaz ; 1 perforated brass gilt chatelaine, with locket of pearl and sapphire, con- taining hair and date 1865; a small enamelled bottle, gold seal, and other articles ; Indian necklace, 5 rows of seed pearls and seed turquoise with amethyst drops, and in centre of each row a piece of enamel and pearl drop; 1 old garnet brooch, in shape of a heart, with crown at top ; 1 pair red and white enamelled ear- rings, diamond in centre of each in shape of a Lancaster rose ; 1 pair solitaire paste ear- rings ; 3 moonstone brooches, set in gold, 1 larger than the others, 1 chipped; 1 opal ring, clear, set 1 diamond on each side ; 1 old gold oblong brooch, set pearls, with miniature of a child in landscape, mother- of- pearl back; 1 large old- fashioned gold comb, about 2| in. deep, in filigree work, and yellow topaz, set as a brooch; 2 pairs plain gold filigree ear- rings, 1 pair Greek make, the other Indian, bell shape ; 1 small diamond scarf pin ( jockey and horse) ; 1 small crystal brooch, engraved bee, natural colours, gold setting ; 1 pair pearl ear- rings, set in French gold, rows of pearls ; 1 crystal brooch, set with antique gold setting, rubies, diamonds, and emeralds, clear set; 1 large turquoise and pearl horse- shoe pin. Information to Chief Constable Terry, Brighton. WILTSHIRE. £ 10 REWARD. 69.— Devizes ( County).— Between 11 p. m. 4th and 11 a. m. 5th inst., from the officers' quarters at H. M. Barracks, Devizes— a gold ring set with brilliants, one large in centre, 4 rather smaller, and a number of smaller round them; 1 gold albert chain with small round gold locket " Clery" engraved thereon; 5 gold breast pins ( 1 set with large pearl, 1 set with 3 pearls like a shamrock, 1 set with brilliants imitation of game- cock's head, 1 enamelled white horse, and 1 set with a red stone and a row of pearls), £ 3 10s. Od. in gold and some small silver. The above reward will be paid by Captain Hill, of the Wiltshire Regiment, for the apprehension and conviction of the thief or thieves and the re- covery of the property. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Baldwin, Devizes. WORCESTERSHIRE. 70.— Upton- on- Severn ( County).— 11thinst., at Leigh Sinton, by housebreaking— 1 dark tweed waistcoat, black bone buttons ; 1 pair men's white knitted stockings ; 1 japanned tea caddy— supposed by TWO MEN, who were begging near the house — 1st, about 25, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., slender build, complexion pale, no whiskers or moustache, rather round- shouldered; dress, shabby black coat, mole- skin trousers, black cloth cap— 2nd, age about 30, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fresh, heavy dark moustache; dress, long brown overcoat, black soft billycock hat; rather respectable appearance. Information to Supt. Drury, Upton- on- Severn, or to Inspector Oliver, Great Malvern. 71.— Worcester ( County). — About 1st inst., from the officers' quarters, Norton Barracks— A new brass B flat cornet, " B flat" marked on one mouth- piece, and " a natural " on the other, silver- tipped, S. Arthur Chappell, maker, 52, New Bond- street, London, sole agent for Antoine Courtois' bras; in- struments and Eugene Albert's clarionets, No. 4187; a cornet box, black, with brass fittings, and lined with blue padding; and music rest, complete— all quite new. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Tyler, Worcester. YORKSHIRE ( EAST RIDING). 72.— Hull ( Borough).— 8th inst., a lady's keyless crystal geneva watch, No. 18089, engraved case, gold chain with oval- shaped locket attached; a gentleman's silver geneva watch, No. 13945, jewelled in one hole, a silver curb chain and silver jubilee locket, V. R. in gold letters and crown thereon attached. 9th inst., a gentleman's silver lever watch, No. 11721, " Williams, Southampton," on works; a lady's silver albert, fancy pattern, small links, attached. Information to Capt. Gurney, Chief Constable, Hull. YORKSHIRE ( WEST RIDING). 73.— Sheffield ( Borough).— 1st inst.— A gentle- man's heavy gold hunting watch, steel hands, white dial, plain case with crest, a griffin rampant and motto, " Deu Juvante," on outer case, mussel edge to case, maker, " Gabriel, London," No. yVoV The cases weigh nearly 4 ozs. Had attached a heavy gold guard, twisted pattern with compass which works on swivel appendage. Information to Chief Constable Jackson, Sheffield MISCELLANEOUS, LANCASHIRE. 74.— Leigh ( County).— MARY LYONS, Caso No. 81, 31st October last, has been found. ANIMALS, ETC., STOLEN. OXFORDSHIRE. 75.— Woodstock ( County). — 27th nit., at Kidlington, 6 young turkeys, black, chiefly male birds. Information to Inspector Oakley, Woodstock. RADNORSHIRE. £ 3 REWARD. 76.— Penybont ( County).— 11th Oct., at Evan- coyd, near New Radnor— A black mare pony, aged, 14 hands, short tail, lump about the size of an egg 6 on left jaw, in good condition, which was sold at Talgarth Fair, Breconshire, on 13th ult., supposed by man described in Case No. 19, 10th October. The above reward will be paid by Mr. William Evans, Evanjob, for the apprehension and conviction of the thief, and recovery of the animal. Information to Sergt. Price, New Radnor. LATEST INFORMATION. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 77.— V Division.— For fraud under Bankruptcy Act— ALICE ALDERSON, age 23, medium height, complexion, hair and eyes dark; dress, when last seen, brown ulster, red skirt, and brown felt hat. A native of Northallerton, Yorkshire. Her father resides at 2, Bell View- lawn, Cheltenham, and she has friends at Albert- road, Kirby, Sheffield. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. CHESHIRE. 78.— Hazelgrove, near Stockport ( County). — For failing to report— License Holder JOSEPH TAYLOR, alias ABS3LOM PLACE, Office No. 40467, age 56, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown ( turniug grey), eyes hazel, Bears on neck, outside right elbow, on right little finger and each shin, right little finger crooked, lame from rheu- matism. Senteuced at Warwick, 12tli February, 1883, to 10 years penal servitude for burglary. Licensed 1st November last. J 178. Information to Supt. Ilollingworth, Hazelgrove. KENT. £ 100 REWARD. 79.— Mailing ( County). — The above reward offered by Colonel Holland, of Ivymeath, Snodland, Kent, for the apprehension and conviction of ALEXANDER EDWARD ROLLASON, Case No. 22, 20tli January, 1888, is now withdrawn. MONTGOMERYSHIRE. 80.— Newtown ( County).— For attempted rape and inflicting grevious bodily harm— A man, sup- posed named WILLIAM HAMILTON, age25 to 30, height about 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fair, hair dark brown, eyes hazel, mole back of right side of neck, boil marks right knee and leg, blood stains on clothes and wrist bands ; dress, brown jacket, light trousers ( supposed cord), dark cap with peak, wore a strap round waist. It is supposed that he has cut marks on hands, and that he may call on chemists • or union doctors to have them dressed. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Crowden, Newtown. NORTHUMBERLAND. 81— Newcastle- on- Tyne( Ot^).— For failing 1o report— License Holder HENRY WILLIAM- SON, alias THOMAS WATSON, Office No. 40220, age 64, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion sallow, hair dark brown ( thin on top), eyes brown, scars on fore- head, bridge of nose, and right cheek, right little finger injured, varicose veins in left thigh and calf. Sentenced at Alnwick Quarter Sessions, 20th Octo- ber, 1886, to 5 years penal servitude for larceny. Licensed 3rd October last. Information to the Chief Constable, Newcastle- on- Tyne. OXFORDSHIRE. 82.— Henley- on- Thames ( County). — For converting to his own use, money which he received for the sale of harness THOMAS WHITE, age about 38, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion sallow, bow- legged ; dress, dark clothes, wears an apron round, his waist. A native of Reading. He travels the, country repairing harness, and carries a canvas bag with his tools. Stays at common lodging- houses and beer- houses. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Kcal, Henley- on- Thames. SHROPSHIRE. 83.— Whitchurch ( County).— For larceny, at Market Drayton, 12th inst.— JOHN FLYNN, alias BUCK, age 28, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache light brown, blind right eye; dress, blue cloth jacket, light plaid trousers, lace boots, and grey cloth cap; may be wearing a plaid suit. A rag collector and labourer; native of Newcastle- under- Lyme.— JOHN THORNLEY, age about 30, height 5 ft. 7 in., hair and moustache dark brown ; dress, brown cloth jacket, dark cord trousers and vest, strong lace boots, and brown cloth cap. A rag collector and labourer; native of Market Drayton. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Edwards, Whitchurch. SOMERSETSHIRE. 84— Frome ( County).— For stealing, 17tli inst.— A lady's silver geneva half- hunter keyless watch, No. 68687, and a gentleman's silver geneva horizontal open- face watch, No. 38742, with silver chain attached ( found pawned in Frome in name of William Jones, New North- road, Hoxton) — A man, who lodged at the house one night and gave his name as ALFRED MOORE, age about 23, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., rather si ght build, com- plexion fair, intelligent features; dress, dark fawn or dust coat, turn- down collar, with long pointed ends, cloth cap with peak in front, may be wearing a pair of men's merino drawers with bottoms of legs cut off as knickers, which ho is aLo suspected of stealing. Stated he had been employed at some ironworks, also that ^ he had been educated and emigrated to America at the expense of some society in London when a boy, that he was born at Frome, but left with his parents when a child. Information to Supt. Williams, Frome. 85.— Taunton ( County). — For stealing, 20th inst., from the Military Barracks, Taunton— a silver lever watch ( found pawned in Exeter, 22nd inst.) ; and an old gold hunter watch, No. 2235, maker " Hunot," steel hands, coat- of- arms on front, and the initials R. N. G. on back, with gold chain, having oval links about a quarter inch long— A man who gave the name of MARTIN BROTHROE, age about 30, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion fair, hair, mous- tache, and whiskers ( mutton chop) light brown, square build, gruff voice, of military appearance; dress, blue overcoat, with supposed velvet collar, red, yellow, and black striped silk muffler, and hard felt hat. States he was employed by a dealer at Clapham Junction. Information to Supt. Durham, Taunton. STAFFORDSHIRE. 86.— Brierley Hill ( County).— For obtainining £ 31 13s. 9d. by falsely stating she was a lady with an income of £ 3 10s. per week and £ 6,000, and that her solicitor, Mr. Price, of Walsall, had charge of it— EMILY ASTON, age about 50, height 5 ft. 1 or 2 in., complexion rather dark, hair ( turning grey), and eyes dark, walks erect and with quick step; dress, short black jacket, black stuff dress, side- spring boots and black bonnet trimmed with crape. A native of Wolverhampton. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Woollaston, Brierley Hill. 87.— Burslem ( County). — For stealing a woman's short brown cloth jacket, trimmed with astrachan, and a pair of woman's plain leather button boots, size 5 ( nearly new)— LIZZIE GOODY ( supposed false), age 24, height 5 ft. 4 in., com- plexion fresh, hair ( cut short) and eyes dark, stout build, full face; dress, black stockinette jacket, fawn- colour skirt, brown f- jlfc hat, trimmed with red feathers. Supposed native of Stafford. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Supt. Hill, Burslem. YORKSHIRE ( EAST RIDING). 88.— Hull ( Borough). — For felony — JOSEPH GREEN, alias JOEY, age about 50, heigh 5 ft. 8 in., complexion dark, hair and side whiskers dark brown, crooked nose, slovenly appearance; dress, brown cloth beaver overcoat, pepper and salt mixture trousers, plaid vest and tie, black hard felt hat, all much worn. A night- soil collector. Native of Nor- folk. He sells night- soil to farmers and sometimes does a little cattle- dealing, buying and Belling on commission. He is short of money, and may be working as a labourer. He is well known in Lin- colnshire and Norfolk. Warrant issued. Information to Captain Gurney, Chief Constable, Hull. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. SURREY. 89.— Farnham ( County).— Committed for trial at Surrey Sessions, 6th prox., for shopbreaking, at Farnham, on morning of 1st inst. — GEORGE HARRIS, age 40, height 5 ft. in., complexion fair, hair dark brown, eyes grey ; dress, dark clothes. Has been travelling the country as a " Cheap Jack," and sometimes hawks pills, & c. Supposed native of Whitchurch, Hants. Information to Supt. Pike, Farnham. PROPERTY STOLEN. KENT. 90.— Tu n b r i d ge We 11S ( Borough) .— By house- breaking— A gold swivel brooch, with three different kinds of hair one side ; a gold cameo brooch, with " forget- me- nots" thereon; a small gold brooch, with " St. Andrew's Cross, Thomas Boot, died April " on back ; and a long silver albert chain, with 2 small links. Information to Head Constable Embery, Tun- bridge Wells. LANCASHIRE. 91.— Chorley ( County).— 24th inst., at Iloghton — a gold albert guard, curb pattern, gold pendant, with green stone one side and red the other, attached; 2 crown- pieces; and some silver and bronze— Sup- posed by TWO MEN, who were seen going in the direction of Blackburn : 1st, age about 25, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh, no whiskers or moustache; dress, black coat, dirty moleskin trousers. 2nd, age about 26, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in.; dress, long blue overcoat, dark trousers, and black billycock hat. Information to Supt. Norris, Chorley. YORKSHIRE ( EAST RIDING). 92.— Hull ( Borough).— On or about 31st October last, 65 dozen pocket knives, iron hafts, japanned black, each knife has 2 blades with " George Wos- tenholm, Sheffield," on each blade, and I. X. L. on each haft and blade. Between 1st and 18th inst. :— A gentleman's 15- carat gold albert guard, graduated curb pattern with a triangular- shaped gold lion seal, each side set with a different coloured stone ; a lady's dress ring, set with red stone, and a gentleman's gold signet ring, set with an oval shaped red stone. 21st inst:— A white metal watch No. 7817, centre seconds, with white metal albert and key attached. Information to Captain Gurney, Chief Constable, Hull. ANIMALS, ETC., FOUND. ESSEX. 93.— Braintree ( County).— Now at Braintree, alleged to be the property of DANIEL DIAPER, alias DRAPER, SMILY, BLOOMFIELD, DANIELS, DAVIS, & c., nickname " SNUBBY,' who is now in London upon a charge of stealing a horse and van ( recovered) ; a very dark brown ( nearly black) mare, aged, about 15 hands 2 in., white star on forehead, 2 small white spots neir side of back, near withers, tail cut short, thick- set, lame behind, in poor condition; an ordinary gipsy's caravan, round topped, body fresh painted stone- colour, windows oak- grained, window shutters painted green, door oak- grained, 2 white handles ( one on each side), wheels, shafts, steps, and rack behind painted red, " Alexander Walker, McGregor, Broom, W.," painted on a tin on off- side shaft. Information to Supt. Elsey, Braintree. APPREHENSION. 94. — Lanarkshire, Glasgow ( City).— FRANCIS H. McGOWAN, Case No. 21, in Liver- pool. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 26, 1890. T H E POLICE GAZETTE. BOROUGH OF EASTBOURNE. rr » HE WATCH COMMITTEE require Sergeants and Constables for the new Borough Police Force. Applications ( on Forms to be obtained from me on receipt of a Stamped directed Envelope), to be endorsed " Police Force," and sent to me on or before the 21st January next. Personal canvasisng prohibited. Limit of Age, 30. Standard Height, 5ft. 9| in. The Scale of Pay appears on the Applica- tion Form. H. W. FOVARGUE, Town Clerk. 23rd December, 18S0. BOROUGH OF EASTBOURNE. mHE Watch Committee invite Tenders for the supply of Uniform and Appointments for the new Borough Police Force ( 37 persons) to be addressed to the Chairman of the Watch Committee, en- dorsed " Police Clothing," and delivered not later than 8th January next. Forms of Tender can be obtained by written application, addressed to me. The lowest or any Tender will not necessarily be accepted. H. W. FOYARGUE, Town Clerk. Eastbourne, 23rd December, 1890. 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