GAZETTE PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, MAY 15, 1891. VOL. VIII., No. 770. HEGKCrL- A- TIOlSrS- 1. All announcements for insertion in the POLICI OiiJTTl, and all communication! upon them should be addressed to TH « EDITOB or Tsw POLICI GAIETTI, NEW SOOTLJLKD YIU, LOITDOK, 8. W. t. Particulars concerning persons whose apprehension u sought will le inserted in one issue of the POLIOS GAZBTTK, if they are sufficient to enable action to be taken upon them bp another force. I. 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 dearly stated. 5. Portraits of persons whose apprehension is sought for serious offences, and engravings of stolen property, will be prominently inserted, with detailed particulars, at a cost of \ bs. 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 >•</ the chief officer of police, or his immediate deputy, of the county, city, or borough, as the case may be. 7. Announcements concerning stoUn property must be guaranteed bu an officer of not less rank than Inspector, or analogous thereto. 8. Announcements of all persons to bs apprehended or of stolen property bear a number, amd art alphabetically arranged by counties. 9. The force which causesparticulare concerning delinquents or stolen property to be inserted Us the POLICB 0A2BITB, 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 responHble for any proceedings whicA mai/ result from such publication. 11. Announcements for the Friday issue should be forwarded so as to be received not later thorn 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 • covering letter. 12. All payments must be in advance, either at the office. New Scotland Yard, by cheque, crossed " Drummond <$• Co.," Post Office Order payable at Charing Cross, Postal Order, or t » Stamps. 13. Advertisements are accepted for the POLIOB QAZBTTB through Mr. James Willing, 12&, Strand, London, the sole Agent, who will furnish the rates on application. 14. Announcements concerning vruperty lost or persons misnng can only be accepted a* advertisements. R. ANDEBSOJT, 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. ( b) 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. 2.— 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. ( C) ( d) NOTICE. " 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 Department, whose offices are now at New Scotland Yard, London, S. W., instead of 21, Whitehall Place. The following is a copy of the order which governs the circulation, by the Metropolitan Police, of advertisements, or reward bills, for the discovery of property or the detec- tion of crime. The Editor inserts it, in hope of preventing delays which sometimes occur in publishing such notices, on account of their not being in accordance with the regu- lations in force in the Metropolis :— 1. Printed hand- bills, or other advertisements, offering a reward for the discovery of property or the detection of crime, whether printed and issued by the Metropolitan Police, or distributed and exhibited, with the sanction of the Commissioners, on the application of private persons, or of the Police of any County or Borough, must be clearly expressed in relation to the following points— ( a) The amount of the reward. ( b) The conditions on which it is payable. ( c) The person by whom it will be paid. ( d) That the name and address of the printer appear thereon. 2. No expression must be used in such an advertise- ment, in relation to property stolen, or criminally taken or disposed of, holding out any expectation that the reward will be paid on its return without the offender bsing brought to trial, or without enquiry. NOTE.— There are 177 Stations of the Metropolitan Folice Force at which Notices can be posted. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 1. — E Division. — For fraud — WILLIE J. T1TENS, alias FIDELE and JANANSCHEEK, License Holder, Office No. 40991, Reg. No. L 462, age 53, height 5 ft. 6 in., rather stout build, complexion sallow, hair ( bald from front and rather long behind) grey, eyes grey, wound scar on right leg, shot wound left leg, mole left buttock; shabby- genteel appear- ance. Was sentenced to 6 months imprisonment at Maidstone, 17th December, 1877, for attempted fraud; at Central Criminal Court, 15th October, 1883, to 18 months imprisonment for forgery; and at Middlesex Sessions, 21st September, 1885, to 6 years penal servitude for fraud. He styles himself as director or manager of a company, advertises for employes and obtains money from them as security. A Frenchman. Warrant issued. 2.— E Division.— Woodcut portrait and de- scription of CHARLES WOODLEY, whose appre- hension is sought for embezzlement and forgery, age 40, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fresh, hair, side whiskers and [ moustache ( slight) light brown, eyes grey, stout build, smart and gentlemanly appearance. Warrant issued. 3.— E Division. — For fraudulent bankruptcy — H. B. WAREING, a retired solicitor, age 57, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fair, hair, whiskers, and moustache^ white; dresses well, gentlemanly appearance. Supposed native of Lancashire. Warrant issued. 4.— E Division. — For embezzlement and forgery— CHARLES WOODLET, age 40, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fresh, hair, side whiskers and moustache ( slight) light brown, eyes grey, build, smart and gentlemanly appearance. Warrant issued. stout 5.— G Division. — On a warrant for stealing, 11th inst., 6 18- carat gold watches ; 2 English levers, Nos. 07186, 1152, " Harris & Son, London and Man- chester " on works; 4 lady's Genevas ( 1 demi- hunter), Nos. 31099, 07139, 129891, 13445, " Staufer & Fils " on dial of 2 latter; 10 silver— 6 levers ( 1 hunter), Nos. 154097, 157186, 154635, 28786, 150779, 159761, " J. Harris & Son, London and Manchester" on works; 4 lady's genevas, Nos. 137827, 110928, 137896, 143029; 9 gold alberts— 4 with " B. S." on bars, 1 belcher pattern, 1 dog link, 1 curb, 2 lady's ( 1st, 2 rows, fancy centre, tassel, and spring rings, 2nd, 3 rows); 1 lady's gold guard, belcher pattern ; 6 silver alberts —( 5 gentleman's, 3 curb, 1 dog link, " Harris & Son " on bars) ; 2 lady's fancy ditto; 9 gold rings ( 4 22- carat wedding, " S. H." stamped inside ; 4 15- carat dress, Hall- marked) ; 5 16- carat keepers, " E. V." on inside; 2 gipsy, 19- carat ( 1 set 3 dia- monds, 1 diamond and sapphire, " L7 " stamped on one, " B" on other); 14 gentlemen's ( 3 15- carat signet, Hall - marked, " E. B." scratched inside; 1 diamond claw, Hall- marked) ; 3 16- carat gold brooches, with earrings to match, gold pendants; 6 seals : 3 9- carat gold ( 1 compass pattern, 2 stone, Hall- marked), 3 silver, stamped " B. B."— LAZAR BASCH, alias LAZARUS BASCH, a native of Hungary, age about 25, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown inclined to ginger, nose broad at point, full thick neck, holds his head down when walking, speaks English fairly well, may be dressed in blue jacket suit. Has with him a large box, two carpet bags, and a large parcel. A jeweller's traveller. Since 27th ult. he has passed through Bath, Bristol, Clevedon, Weston- super- Mare, Wells, Shipton Mallet, Yeovil, and at Southampton, at which places he has probably pawned some of the articles. Warrant issued. 6.— N Division.— For indecent assault on male persons, acts of gross indecency with boys; also absconding from his bail— FREDERICK MAUDE, surgeon, age 30, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion sallow, hair, moustache, and slight side whiskers brown, slightly bald on top of head, pockpitted, prominent forehead ; dress, brown plaid suit, side- spring boots, hard felt hat; of gentlemanly appearance. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. CITY OF LONDON. 7.— For forgery — JACOB FRANZ, a German, late of 38, Charles- street, Hatton Garden, age 26, s THE POLICE GAZETTE. TUESDAY, JUNE 2, 1891. height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion dark, hair and small moustache black, very thin, speaks very little English ; dress, cutaway coat and vest, dark trousers, high hat. Had with him a tin trunk and a black portmanteau ; also had in his possession three £ 5 Bank of England notes, No. 76851- 2- 3, dated 11th December, 1890. Abconded 27th ult. Warrant issued. 8.— For embezzlement— GOLDIE VAUX BEN- SON, age 33, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache light brown, well built, good looking; dress, black overcoat, black serge jacket and vest, dark striped trousers, felt hat. A clerk. Is well known at Brighton. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. McWilliam, 26, Old Jewry, E. C. height abont 5 ft. 3 in., clean shaved, hair nearly grey, eyes weak and watery, sickly- looking, stoops slightly, slavers when talking, of dirty appearance ; dress, old dark coat, black greasy vest, cord trousers, with marks of leggings at bottom, blucher boots, black hard felt hat. He calls upon clergymen and others fop. work in gardens. Has been traced into Lincolnshire. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Burrows, March. ANGLESEY. 9.— Holyhead ( County).— For causing grievous bodily harm— HENRY WILLIAMS, alias HARRY BARDSLY, a sailor, age about 24, height 5 ft. 10 or 11 in., complexion dark, hair ( inclined to curl) black, small dark moustache, eyes supposed brown. The appearance of a pugilist. Native of Holyhead. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Davies, Holyhead. BEDFORDSHIRE. 10. — Leighton Buzzard ( County). — For larceny, at Leighton, on 13th ult.— JOHN COURSE, age 28 to 30, height about 5 ft. 8 in., complexion pale, hair brown; dress, dark jacket, light trousers and hard felt hat. May be found in the neighbour- hood of Knightsbridge. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Shepherd, Loighton Buzzard. BERKSHIRE. 11.— Reading ( County).— For assaulting police, 18th ult.— GEORGE MEADE, age30, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes hazel — JOHN MEADE, age 26, height 5 ft. 7 in., com- plexion sallow, hair brown, eyes dark.— CHARLES MEADE, age 20, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion pale, hair light brown, eyes grey; all are dressed in navvies' clothes. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Pocock, Reading. 12.— Wokingham ( County). and description of WILLIAM — Woodcut portrait CUTLER, a corn and coal merchant's traveller, whose apprehension is sought for embezzling £ 11 14s. 6d., on 2nd ult., age [ about 37, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion fresh, hair ( slightly bald on top), moustache, and beard sandy, eyes light blue, slight scar on bridge of no'se'very offensive breath ; dress, light large- pattern check suit, drab mackintosh ( sleeves have been lengthened ," and joined above wrist), lace boots, brown bowler hat. Absconded 2nd ult., and may endeavour to leave the country, for Canada or the United States. A native of Binfield, Berks. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Atkin, Wokingham. CAMBRIDGESHIRE. 13.— Isle of Ely ( County).— For stealing money at March, on 29th ult.—" JIMMY," age 50 to. 53j CHESHIRE. 14.— Birkenhead ( County).— For committing an offence under the Criminal Law Amendment Act, at Ellesmere Port, on 29th March and 4th April.— CHARLES BLAKE, known as " NOBBY," age 18, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion, hair ( wavy) and eyes dark, very round- shouldered; dress, grey plaid jacket, white cord trousers, double- breasted cord vest with pearl buttons, side- spring boots, black hard felt hat. A labourer, supposed native of Bristol Was employ e I as " Wheeler " on one of the steam navvies on the eastern section of the Ship Canal Works, and left there on 8th ult. Will probably be found on one of the other sections of the works. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Supt. Hindley, County Hall, Birkenhead. CORK ( NORTH). 15— Cork ( City). — For stealing £ 27, and a cheque on Bank of Ireland for £ 7, on 21st ult.— FRANK TAYLOR, age 23, height about 5 ft. 4 in., complexiou fresh, hair light brown, eyes hazel; dress, grey tweed suit. Is a private soldier and officer's servant, and is a deserter from Shropshire Regiment. A native of Salop, and has friends residing at Shortheath, near Wolverhampton. ( Apprehended— see " Latest Information.") Information to District Inspector Bourchier, Cork City. CUMBERLAND. 16. — Carlisle ( County). — For disobeying an order in bastardy— JOSEPH METCALF, age about 26 or 28, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion fair, hair and moustache light brown, full features. A stonemason. Native of Carlisle. Is believed to be married and hi.- i wife residing in Edinburgh. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Graham, Carlisle. DEVONSHIRE. 17.— Barnstaple ( County).— For stealing, 15th ult., at Ilfrarombe, 2 leather purses, containing £ 11 in gold- ANNIE MURPHY, age 25, short complexion fair, hair very dark ( has been cut short, and now growing), eyes ( weak) dark; dress, black - and - white stripe bodice, black skirt, plain black stockingette jacket, bound with black braid, black bone buttons half way down in front, small black sailor hat, trimmed with black ribbon, thick lace boots; wears small pearl brooch. Native of Liverpool. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hobbs, Barnstaple. 18.— Exeter ( City).— For larceny ( lodgings)— LUCY GILL, alias ANGEL, age 20 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 5 in., slight build, complexion fresh, hair ( cut short and parted at side) dark brown, eyes hazel, heavy dark eyebrows, teeth much decayed, cut mark left forefinger; dress, plain black dress, black double- breasted jacket, small black sailor hat, black gloves, boots worn at heels, small black brooch, respectable appearance. Her modus operandi is to obtain private lodgings, by representing that she is the daughter of a well known tradesman of an adjoining town, and has either lost her purse or missed the train. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Court House, Exeter. 19.— Devon port ( Borough).— For deserting his wife and family, leaving them chargeable to the parish of Stbke Damerel— WILLIAM HENRY MOORE, age 33, height about 5 ft. 6 in., slight build, hair, moustache, and side whiskers dark, thin face, very red and blotchy, has peculiar eyes, one being black, the other grey, large scar behind right ear, husky voice ; dress, dark blue short overcoat, hard felt hat; carried a black mackintosh. Had with him a large yellow tin trunk, a new leather portmanteau, a sugar box, with " Tate's Cube Sugar'', thereon, and a basket containing a light brown suit, a suit of 2nd Devon Volunteer uniform, and two clarionets. Has served in the 11th Devon Regiment, and was lately employed as toll collector in the Devonport Market. Absconded 24th March. Warrant issued. Information to Head Constable Evans, Devonport. ESSEX. 20.— Brentwood ( County).— For stealing, 7th inst., at Romford— 1 meerschaum and amber cigar- holder, egg and claw pattern ; 1 amber cigar- holder and 1 amber cigarette holder, small piece brokenjjff end, square pattern, both in one case; 1 imitation gold albert, small pattern, with key and seal attached; and £ 15 gold and silver.— A MAN, age about 20, height 5 ft. 6 in., slender build, complexion fresh, smart appearance ; dressed as a midshipman, but supposed to be a London thief. He engaged lodgings in the house for 3 weeks, but stayed only one night, leaving by train for London the following morning. Information to Supt. Dobson, Brentwood. 21. — Saffron Walden ( County). — For embezzlement — HENRY COTTELL, age 46, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair, whiskers and moustache light brown, chin shaved, eyes grey, thin face, thick lips, fingers ( supposed left hand) contracted; dress, dark clothes and hard felt hat. A coach builder. Native of Saffron Walden. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Simmonds, Saffron Walden. GLAMORGANSHIRE. 22.— Cardiff ( Borough).— For stealing a pony ( recovered) on 19th ult.— HARRY STAMP, alias " JONICHER," a horse- coper, age about 60, height 5 ft. 1 in., slight build, whiskers and moustache grey ( may have shaved), thin face and lips, nose much marked by smallpox, walks lame, the effects of a broken leg. May be found at low public- houses, and in company of low horse- dealers at fairs. Warrant issued. Information to Head Constable McKenzie, Cardiff HEREFORDSHIRE. 23.— RoSS ( County).— For failing to report- Supervisee GEORGE WILLIAMS, Office No. 38731, age 53, height 5 ft., complexion dark, hair dark brown, bald, eyes hazel, mole left cheek, bridge of nose, right eyebrow, and chin, scar back of neck and right thumb and forefinger, and 1st, 2nd, and 3rd left fingers, end of 3rd left finger injured, tumour innerside It forearm, round shouldered. Sentenced at, Derby, 17th October, 1882, to 7 years penal servitude and 7 years police supervision for larceny. B. I. 769. Information to Supt. Cope, Ross. 24.— Hereford ( City).— For stealing a canvas bag containing £ 57 10s. gold and 30f. silver— HANNAH REARDON, age 34, height 5 ft. 6£ in., complexion dark, hair very dark brown, large dark eyes, has lost the greater part of front teeth in upper jaw ; dress, black dolman mantle, brown staff dress ( too short for her), strong boots, bonnet and fall. A native of Abersychan, near Pontypool. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Richardson, Here- ford. HERTFORDSHIRE. 25.— Hertford ( County).— For housebreaking, at Newgate- street, 12th ult., and stealing a sovereign and jubilee half- crown— WILLIAM HART, nick name " TOPPER," age 37, height 5 ft. 7 in., com- plexion, hair, whiskers ( rather bushy) and mou- stache dark, supposed scar under one ear, apparently from burn ; dress, long dark overcoat, cord tfdjjsgrs ( fastened below knee with string or straps), light neckerchief tied in sailor's knot, heavy lace boots, dark cap with peak and small tassel each side. A native of Goose Green, Hoddesdon, Herts. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Parish, Hertford. KENT. 26.— Ashford ( County).— For setting fire, t) black diagonal coat and vest, striped . trousers, black | printing offices at Ashford, on night of 12th ult — TUESDAY, MAY 26, 1891. THE POLICE GAZETTE. 5 FREDERICK DAT, age 23, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, stout build, thick- set, slightly bandy- legged, blind one eye ( supposed right) ; dress, black diagonal suit, black hard felt hat. A compositor; native of Maid- stone. Is very fond of football and cricket. Plays the clarionet, and has been in Volunteer band. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Wenbam, Ashford. 27.— Folkestone { Borough).— For deserting his wife and child— MAURICE WOODS, age 25, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., hair light, slight moustache, eyes blue, thick lips, high forehead, peculiarly- shaped head. Has been employed at the Albert Docks, and lodged at Lady Ashburton's Sailor's Home, Canning Town. Is now supposed to be employed on a tram- car at East Greenwich, and said to be known at Thames- street, North Woolwich. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Taylor, Town Hall, Folke- stone. 28,— Tunbridge Wells { Borough,).— For em- bezzlement — HENRY KEMP, alias JUMBO, a baker, age 23, height 5 ft., hair and moustache light, thin face, has a peculiar walk. Was employed here by a firm of mineral water manufacturers as carman. Is known at Eastbourne, and supposed to be in some town in Kent or Sussex. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Embery, Tun- bridge Wells. KERRY. 29.— Killarney { County).— For committing wil- ful and corrupt perjury at Magonihy, Killarney, on 10th February last— JAMES MANNING, age about 50, height 5 ft. 10 or 11 in., complexion fresh, round face, hair ( turning grey) sandy, short side whiskers, no moustache, eyes grey, stooped shoulders, lost three front teeth; dress, grey sack coat, grey trousers and vest, black hard felt hat. Looks like a well- to- do farmer. A native of Meath. Formerly worked at Liverpool and Manchester, and may have gone there again to look for employment. Warrant issued. Information to District Inspector Hill, Killarney. LANCASHIRE. 30.— Leigh { County).— Fur stealing, 26th ult., a gentleman's silver chronograph watch, centre seconds, white dial, steel hands; a man's brown, blue, and grey mixture tweed jacket, brown buttons, blue striped cotton lining in sleeves, body lining dark brown; a dark brown plaid tweed vest, brown buttons, black- and- white cotton lining; a black hard felt hat marked " M. T." iu ink on leather lining; a pair of men's side- spring boots, broad toes, size 8, newly soled and heeled; a white cotton muffler; and two white pocket handkerchiefs— A man, who lodged in the house and gave the name of RICHARD HODGSON, age about 22, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., complexion dark, hair dark brown, moustache ( slight) dark, lost little finger of one hand; dress, mixture tweed coat ( skirts rather long), black and brown tweed trousers and vest, lace boots ( worn low at toes), either the stolen hat or light plaid cap with peak. Was employed with Sedwick's circus as lamp- man. Stated his father keeps a chip potato, tripe, and oyster shop in or near Bradford. Information to Supt. Higginbotham, Leigh. 31.— Accrington { Borough).— For failing to report — Supervisee ANN PILKINGTON, alias SARAH PILKINGTON, McKAY, FARRELL, and RILEY, Office No. 37776, age 61, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion sallow, hair brown, eyes grey, scar on left eyebrow, left breast, and right shin, two moles on face, blue mark on left wrist, lost several teeth, ears pierced. Sentenced at Manchester, 16th Oct., 1882, to 7 years penal servitude and 7 years police supervision, for larceny. Liberated 19th June, 1889. A I 229. 32. — Accrington { Borough). — For stealing 16s. 7d. on 9th inst.— A MAN, who gave the name of John Watson, a painter, age 35 to 40, height about 5 ft. 7 in., hair and moustache dark brown, rather prominent eyes, face bloated, double- chinned; dress, dark clothes, new shoes or boots, billycock hat. He goes about the country, generally staying at common lodging houses, and has been frequently employed by contracting painters at railway stations. Warrant issued. 33.— Accrington { Borough). — For stealing shoemaker's tools, viz.:— 9 double irons, 1 waist iron, and 1 seat wheel, on 29th ult.— JAMES KNOWLES, age about 40 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache grey, red bloated nose; dress, dark blue serge jacket, dark trousers, brown billycock hat, may be wearing a white apron. He is a shoemaker, and a member of the Shoemaker's Club. May be accom- panied by a woman, and found at common lodging- houses. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Beattie, Accring- ton. LEICESTERSHIRE. 34.— Belgrave { County).— For obtaining money by means of forged cheques, at Aylestone Park— HUGH TUDOR JONES, age 40, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, round face ; dress, brown overcoat, dark mixture coat and trousers, black hard felt hat, usually wears leggings. A car- penter or builder; native of Penrhyn, Wales. Has been a sub- contractor on sewage works at Aylestone Park. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Ormiston, Belgrave. 35.— Leicester { Borough).— For stealing boots. — ARTHUR SIMPSON, shoefinisher, age 29, height 4 ft. 11 in., complexion pale, hair brown, heavy dark moustache, eyes grey, four moles left side of face, stab- mark left groin; dress, brown jacket ( small plaid pattern), dark cloth trousers, plaid cap. Is in the habit of frequenting low beer- houses, singing songs. Warrant issued. 36.— Leicester ( BOT- OM^).— For stealing, 24th or 25th ult., a man's blue mixture shirt with white stripes, a holland apron and a pair of navy- blue socks. Supervisee ALFRED JENNINGS, Office No. 39993, aged 28, height 5 ft. 4 § ins., complexion dark, hair dark brown, eyes brown, mole right side of body, birthmark left buttock; dressed in dark clothes, and may be wearing a white slop under- neath coat. A painter; native of Crewe. Appre- hension also sought for failing to notify change of residence, Information to Chief Constable Duns, Leicester. LINCOLNSHIRE. 37.— Epworth { County).— For stealing, 18th ult., a black cloth jacket and vest, and a pair of light tweed trousers— JAMES WRAY, a tramping flax- dresser, age 50 to 60, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes blue. Has worked at Selby, Leeds, and Hull; is also known at Barnard Castle, Durham. May obtain work among ropers as a heckler. His wife resides at Normanton. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Costar, Epworth. 38.— Lincoln { City). — For stealing £ 65— FREDERICK GODFREY, late a colour- sergeant in the Lincoln Regiment, age 29, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes grey, scar on upper lip, ship tattooed on breast, " F. D. G." on one wrist, woman on forearm, peacock on leg ; dress, light suit, and brown hat, wears a heavy plain gold ling, and as a disguise may wear spectacles. Is fond of attending race- meetings. A groom; native of St. Pancras, London. Absconded 29th ult. Information to Chief Constable Mausell, Lincoln. MONTGOMERYSHIRE. £ 1 REWARD. 39.— Llanidloes { County).— For deserting his wife and family— RICHARD EVANS, a farm labourer, age 50 to 55, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., com- plexion pale, hair and side whiskers brown. A native of Llandinam, Montgomery. Was last heard of in February last, at Llwynogrant Farm, near Cardiff, in which neighbourhood he is supposed to be working. The above reward will be paid by the Guardians of Newton and Llanidloes Union for the arrest of Evans. Warrant issued. Information to Sergeant Humphreys, Llanidloes. flower on dial; a pair of light trousers ( new) ; a brown muffler; a sailor's white bag; and 5s JOHN GREENHAM, age 17, height 4 ft. 10 in., complexion fair, hair ( long) dark brown, small eyes, large head and nose, one arm has been broken ; has been a short time at sea; dress, black greasy over- coat, dirty grey trousers, naval cap, with drooping peak. Native of Cambridge. Late of Finchley, London. Information to Chief Constable Ware, King's Lynn. NORFOLK. 40— King's Lynn { Borough).— For stealing a lady's small silver geneva watch, No. 22416, blue NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. 41.— Northampton { Borough).— For stealing 16th ult., £ 34— CHARLES PARR, a cashier, age 25, height 5 ft. 10 in., rather stout, slight light moustache, eyes light blue, respectable appearance, wears patent leather boots. A good football player. Left Northampton on the morning of the 17th inst., booking for Dover, but no doubt changed his route for either London or Liverpool. May endeavour to leave the country or to enlist. Enquiries are requested at shipping offices and recruiting depots. Warrant issued. 42— Northampto n { Borough).— For attempt- ing to obtain property by means of a fictitious cheque— A man who gave the name of PERCIVAL GRANT, age 25 to 30, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., com- plexion and hair dark, small dark moustache of about a fortnight's growth, otherwise clean shaved, left eye bloodshot; dress, dark clothes, black billy- cock hat, sometimes wears a brown covert coat, and two ( supposed imitation) diamond rings; respectable appearance. This man calls upon refreshment and lodging- house keepers, furniture dealers, and jewel- lers, representing to those who let apartments that he is an agent and manager of the London and Provincial Apartments Agency and Guide, 4A, Fleet- street, London, and produces printed cards to this effect. Upon visiting jewellers and furniture dealers, he makes purchases, and presents a check in pay- ment, and also requests that the change ( if any) may be handed to him. On 21st ult. he presented a cheque for £ 19 upon the bank of G. Barker & Co., Mark- lane, London, which has been returned " no account." Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Mardlin, North- ampton. NOTTINGHAMSHIRE. 43.— Nottingham { Borough).— For failing to report — Supervisee WILLIAM PARKES, Office No. 39147, age 29, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes brown, scar rt eyebrow, varicose veins left leg. Sentenced at Nottingham, 23rd February, 1889, to 12 months hard labour and 3 years police supervision for attempted fowl- stealing.— Supervisee GEORGE BAGNALL, Office No. 40581, age 29, height 5 ft. 1 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes blue, scar left eyebrow, several scars near left breast. Sentenced at Nottingham, 2nd April, 1890, to 8 months hard labour and 1 year police supervision, for larceny. 44.— Nottingham { Borough).— For failing to report — Supervisee WILLIAM UNDERWOOD, Office No. 40734, age 19, height 5 ft. 4 in., com- plexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes brown, W and five blue dots back of right forearm, ring and blue dot left forearm, rings second and third right fingers, scar right calf. Sentenced at Nottingham, 4th July, 1890, to 6 months hard labour and 1 year police supervision for warebousebreaking. — Supervisee WM. REVILL, Office No. 40732, age 21, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes brown, blue dot front of right forearm, two dots right wrist, five dots left forearm, two blue lines back of left wrist, anchor and three blue dots back of left hand. Sentenced at Nottingham, 4th July, 1890, to 6 months hard labour and 1 year police supervision for warehousebreaking. 45.— Nottingham { Borough).— For failing to report — License Holder JAMES. TEMPORAL, alias TEMPRILL, Office No. 39S71, age 60, height 5 ft. 2 in., complexion sallow, hair ( thin) grey, eyes hazel, three scars top of forehead, one over left eye-" brow, bridge of nose, and right elbow, left knee been fractured, walks lame. Sentenced at Nottingham, 2nd November, 1882, to 10 years penal servitude for manslaughter. Liberated 5th July, 1S90. I 960. Information to the Chief Constable, Nottingham. THE POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, MAY 29, 1891. SHROPSHIRE. 46.— Shrewsbury ( County). — For obtaining money by false pretences- SAMUEL WESTON, age 70 ( looks younger), height 5 ft. 3 in., com- plexion fresh, hair ( turning grey) brown, eyes blue, prominent nose, scars both eyebrows, right cheek- bone, and left elbow, both big toes deformed ; dress, drab slop, grey cloth trousers, patched at knees, black or brown hard felt hat, strong lace boots, may be wearing a brown overcoat. A tramping labourer; native of Stanton- upon- Hine Heath, Salop. Has been convicted at Stafford, Fenton, Hanley, and Shrewsbury. May be found working at farm- houses or at auctions a3 a drover. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Edwards, Shrewsbury. SOMERSETSHIRE. 47.— Frome ( County).— For stealing ( by trick- false cheque), 10 sheep at Midsomer Norton Fair, on 27th ult.— ARTHUR HICKS, alias ARTFUL," a small farmer and cattle dealer of Brent Knoll, near Highbridge, age 30 or 32, height 5 ft. 6 in., slight build, complexion fair, hair brown, very slight light moustache, mole with a few long hairs on it on one cheek, upper teeth project a little, squeaky - voice, has a habit of frequently spitting when con- versing ; dress, light tweed suit ( trousers fitting tight to legs), black bowler hat, carries a long brown overcoat, has the appearance of a jockey. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Williams, Frome. 48.— Wiveliscombe ( County).— For obtaining £ 4 by false pretences— FRED FERRIS, age 27, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fair, hair light, eyes blue: d ress, brown suit, lace boots, and hard felt hat. A native of Clay hanger. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Ross, Wiveliscombe. STAFFORDSHIRE. 49.— Burslem ( County). — For burglary, 1st inst., and stealing 1 new black worsted cord jacket; 1 snuff- coloured vest; 1 pair brown and white stripe trousers; and a pair light lace boots— HOLLAND AINSWORTH, age 19, height 5 ft, complexion fair, hair light sandy, eyes brown, round- shouldered ; dressed in the stolen clothes. Native of Leek. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Supt. Hill, Bnrslem. 50.— Burt0n- 0n- Trent ( County).— For utter- ing a forged cheque on 20th ult.— A man, who gave the name of G. PIERCE, age about 60, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion fair, hair ( slightly turn- ing grey) brown, rather long and inclined to curl, stoops a little, very prominent nose, of good appear- ance and address ; dress, dark cloth jacket and vest, . grey cloth trousers, red tie, black hard felt hat; wore eyeglasses with gold frames ; carried a travel- ' ling bag containing a grey tweed suit, which he wears on Sundays. A commercial traveller; sup- posed native of London. He stated he was employed by Messrs. R. Evans 6 Co., wholesale drapers, 24 to 26, Wntling- street, London, which is false. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Gilbride, Burton- on- Trent. SUSSEX ( EAST). 51.— East Grinstead ( County).— For stealing, 13th ult., yards of fancy West of England striped trousers cloth, and 5 valuable china figures about 6 in. high, one holding a dagger, and one with arm missing— A MAN, age about 30, height 6 ft., com- plexion fair, hair carroty, wearing blue overcoat with velvet collar, and brown felt hat. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Berry, East Grinstead. 52.— Uckfield ( County).— For stealing a half- sovereign at Fletching— J. BUTLER, alias WATTS, age about 36, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., stout bnild, complexion, hair and few side whiskers dark, full face ; dress, long dark overcoat, dark cloth trousers, and high silk hat. Same as described in Case No. 20, 21st November, 1890. This man calls on people and produces a printed bill " J. Butler, 82, 83, and 84, King's- road, Redhill, Butler Dandelion Pills, & c." Was seen at Chichester on 6th inst. Information to Supt. Diplock, Uckfield. 53.— Hastings ( Borough).— For stealing a goat ( recovered), 22nd ult.— JOHN ROBUSS, alias " SHADOW HARRY," age 38 to 40, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion hair and small side- whiskers dark; dressed as a stableman, in light tweed suit and black hard felt hat. A stableman, native of Folkestone, Kent. May apply for employment as a strapper at livery stables. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Glenister, Hast- ings. WARWICKSHIRE. 54.— Leamington ( Borough). — For obtaining money by false pretences— PERCIVAL GRANT, alias EDWARD MORVILLE, age 25, height 5 ft. 3 in., thick set, complexion pale, hair light brown, moustache slight, high cheekbones, wide mouth, left eye bloodshot; dress, grey dust overcoat, brown plaid jacket and vest, blue trousers, shabby thick lace boots, brown hard felt hat, and brown kid gloves; wore a steel watch- chain and two large imitation diamond rings; carried an ebony stick with silver- plated knob. This man called at a number of places where apartments were to let, took the same for three months, stating they were for his wife and com- panion, who would follow in a few days. He then produced a cheque- book, saying he would pay in advance, and wrote a cheque for a larger amount than was required, and drew the balance. The three cheques uttered are upon the same bank, viz., L. Barker & Co., Mark- lane, London. Stated he was a private enquiry a^ ent for the Birmingham and Scotland Yard authorities, and Slaters'. May present a card on which is the follow- ing :— Head Office, 4A, Fleet- street, London, E. C. Established 25 years. Mr. Percival Grant, London and Provincial Apartments Agency and Guide. Agents in every town and seaport. Southern agent, Mr. Percival Grant, jun. He is also wanted at Northampton. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Brabner, Leam- ington. WESTMORELAND. 55. — Kendal ( County). — For stealing, at Middleton, 22nd ult.— A small linen bag, containing £ 18 in gold— JAMES BOGAN, a pedlar, age 34, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion sallow, hair ( turning grey) brown, moustache and side whiskers slight, eyes grey; dress, dark reefer jacket, brown cord trousers, lace boots, brown hard felt hat. A native of Middlesbro'. Had in his possession a pedlar.' s cer- tificate, granted at Barrow- in- Furness, dated 29th August, 1891.— A WOMAN, age 25 to 30, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion fresh, hair ginger; dress, reddish or brown skirt, red- and black plaid shawl, black hat with white feather or ribbon. They travel the country together, carrying a hawker's square basket, selling spectacles, handkerchiefs, & c. Were traced to Leeds on 23rd ult, and were seen in Keighley, on 24th . Bogan then stated he was going to join his regiment of militia on 4th inst. at Leeds. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Shields, Kendal. YORKSHIRE ( WEST RIDING). 56.— Sheffield ( Borough).— For stealing £ 25 and a number of cheques and drafts for money, on 18th ult. — HARRY JEPSON, age 21, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, moustache ( slight) light, large eyes, two upper front teeth rather prominent, large forehead, smart appearance; dress, serge jacket and vest, light striped trousers, lace boots, hard felt hat. A clerk; native of Sheffield. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Jackson, Sheffield. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. BUCKINGHAMSHIRE. 57.— Fenny Stratford ( County).— Committed for trial at next assizes for larceny— CHARLES DAVIS ( supposed false), age 30, height 5 ft. 4£ in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes hazel, scars left cheek and right of neck; dress, dark cloth jacket and vest, dirty cord trousers, single peak cloth cap, old lace boots.— THOMAS THOMPSON, age 40, height 5ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, mole left cheek; dress, light check jacket, dark cloth vest, dirty cord trousers, black hard felt hat, heavy lace boots. A shoemaker. Native of Rushden, Northamptonshire. Both sup- posed wanted elsewhere, and to have been previously convicted. Information to Supt. Maneely, Fenny Stratford, or to Inspector Moore, Newport Pagnell. ESSEX. 58.— Chelmsford ( County).— Committed for trial, 20th inst.— JOHN ANDREWS ( Case No. 40, 1st inst.). Sentenced at Middlesex Sessions, 20th October, 1862, to 2 years imprisonment for attempted housebreaking, in name of William Jones; and at Taunton Quarter Sessions, 29th June, 1875, to 7 years, in name of Henry Williams; at the Central Criminal Court, 17th March, 1884, to 4 months, in name of Charles Saunders; at Bradford, 28th October, 1886, to 1 month, in name of Henry Jones; at Birmingham, 7th October, 1888, to 1 month, in name of Thomas Johnson; at Southampton, 25th July, 1889, to 4 months, in name of Charles Saunders; and at Leicester, 14th May, 1890, to 6 months, in name of Frederick Morse, for larceny. Photograph may be had on application. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Somerset, Chelmsford. HEREFORDSHIRE. 59.— Ledbury ( County).— Committed for trial at next Quarter Sessions, 29th prox., for house- breaking— HARRY MORRIS, alias JAMES FAR- LEY ( supposed false), age 20, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion sallow, hair light brown, eyes hazel, P. M. C., Nellie and flower tattooed right arm, stupid appearance ; dress, brown jacket, dark trousers and vest, plaid woollen cap, old light boots, all much worn.— JOHN JONES, alias JAMES JACKSON, a hawker, of 6, Warneford- terrace, Leamington, age 23, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion sallow, hair light brown, eyes ( weak) hazel, three dots left wrist; dress, dark tweed jacket and vest, grey tweed trousers, black bowler hat, blue stripe muffler, old thin boots, all much worn. Both supposed pre- viously convicted. Information to Supt. Phillips, Ledbury. SHROPSHIRE. 60.— Whitchurch ( County).— Sentenced to 2 months imprisonment, for indecently exposing his person— WILLIAM PARTRIDGE, alias WILLIAM JOHNSON, age 35, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion sallow, hair and moustache dark brown, eyes grey, lost left leg below knee, and has a wooden one, star tattooed back left hand, ring left 3rd and 4th fingers; dress, black cloth jacket, small plaid tweed vest, light grey cloth trousers, black hard felt hat, red stripe tie, lace boots. A tailor. Native of Bedford. Has been working at Market Dray ton about 3 weeks. Supposed wanted for other offences. 61.— Whitchurch ( County). — Seutenced to 21 days imprisonment for begging — MICHAEL HENRY ( supposed false), age 37, height 5 ft. 4£ in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache sandy, eyes blue, cut mark right of head; dress, pepper and salt colour cloth jacket, black cloth vest and trousers, black hard hat, black tie, lace boots, all much worn. States he is a labourer and a native of Mayo, but has been tramping the country for some time. Supposed wanted for other offences. Information to Supt. Edwards, Whitchurch. SOMERSETSHIRE. 62.— Bath ( City).— Committed for trial at the next Quarter Sessions for obtaining money and jewellery by false pretences— A man giving the name of BENJAMIN LUCAS, alias WILLIAM WHITE, AMES, and WILLSON, age 33, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion pale, hair, whiskers, beard, and mous- tache dark brown, eyes brown, thumbs apparently out of joint, scar on forehead, 3 moles back of neck, and 5 on belly ; lately been employed at Bourne- mouth, Hants, as a newspaper vendor; dress, dark suit, dark brown overcoat, black hard bowler hat. Was sentenced, 7th April, 1885, at Hants Quarter Sessions, to 6 months imprisonment for obtaining money by false pretences ; on the 12th November, 1886, at Hants Assizes, to 12 months for fraud; and was convicted, in 1888, 3 times at Bournemouth and Wimbourne under the Vagrancy - Act. His wife and family reside at 261, Holdenhunt- road, FBIDAY, MAY 15, 1891. THE POLICE GAZETTE. 5 Bournemouth. Is wanted at Torquay for obtaining money by false pretences. Information to Lieut.- Col. Gwyn, Chief Constable, Bath. SUSSEX ( EAST). 63.— Battle ( County). — Committed for trial at Lewes Quarter Sessions for housebreaking— HENRY PARKER ( supposed false), age 20, height 5 ft. 5£ in., complexion fair, hair light brown, slight light moustache, eyes grey, short thin nose, red eyelids, thin lips, long neck, high cheek bones, rather long muscular limbs; dress, dark diagonal jacket and vest, dark tweed trousers with light stripes, blue striped shirt, low shoes, brown and red mixture cap. A native of London. Information to Supt. Smith, Battle. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 64.— K D iVISIOn.— 6th inst., by housebreaking, a lady's gold geneva watch, No. 33900, monogram " M. D. " on back ; 1 fine pattern long gold neck- chain, double to form an albert; a gentleman's gold albert with gold bar, seal one end and key the other; a lady's small gold chaiD, small round link pattern with ball attached; 1 pair of mosaic earrings set in gold, crest— a bird; a piece of gold shape of a leaf ; 1 oval gold locket, blue enamel one side, chased the other; a gentleman's silver ring, made from 3 other rings, and fastened with a shield, engraved " J. D."; and a gentleman's gold ring ( broken) set ruby. 65.— N Division— 24th ult. — 2 gentlemen's gold watches ( one keyless half- hunter geneva, No. 36744, one crystal keyless geneva, No. 17212) ; 15 ladies' gold watches ( three 18- carat English levers, Nos. 1223, 1224, others unknown): 12 genevas, Nos. 70677, 64984, 29783, 12936, 10026, 115757, 64988, 5340, 69301, 19114, 19116, other unknown; 117 gold rings ( twenty- two dress, fifty- five weddiDg, twenty- four keepers, eight signet, nine 15 and 18 carat, eight gentleman's gold rings, one 18- carat, set single stone, double split shank, two 18- carat gipsy, set 2 diamonds and 1 ruby, fine single stone, star set gipsy) ; 16 gold alberts ( nine gentlemen's, seven ladies' gold guard chains, all 9- carat) ; an 18- carat gold bracelet, inlaid blue enamel, set ear of corn and leaf in pearls and diamonds; 1 gold brooch and ear- rings, set single stone diamonds in star; 1 gold oval locket, set cross of pearls in centre; 5 gold scarf pins ( one diamond cluster, 9 stones, one oval, set single stone head, minus corners, and one small ditto). Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BERKSHIRE. 66.— Reading ( County).— 9th inst., at Swallow- field, supposed by gipsies— 1 double reined hunting bridle, with 2 bits; 3 horse- clipping machines ( supposed Clark's Patent or " The Castle.") Information to Supt. Pocock, Reading. CHESHIRE. 67.— Oakmere { County).— 15th ult, at Tar- porley racecourse— a gentleman's silver lever watch, No. 3488, gold hands and hinges, steel seconds hand, cream colour dial, had attached a massive gold guard with gold seal, impression of which is a man's left side of face, head and neck, a gilded lion shilling, and a red coral stone, shape of heart; an old gold duplex double case watch, No. 473, white dial, gold hands, had attached gold albert guard with seal set yellow stone, and key with purple and yellow stone. Information to Supt. Walker, Oakmere, near North wich. ESSEX. 68. — Brentwood ( County). — 25th ult., by housebreaking, 1 silver geneva watch, with steel chain, and locket and seal attached, seal engraved " Truth fears nothing " ; 3 silver brooches, 2 round, the other oblong with small knobs round edge; 1 pair silver earrings; 1 gentleman's gold ring set pink stone; 1 silver chain and locket containing photo of a young lady. Supposed by SAMUEL SHIPPEY, a bricklayer, ago 25, height 5 ft. 10 or 11 in., hair, whiskers and moustache dark; dress, dark coat and light trousers, black felt hat. Information to Supt. Dobson, Brentwood. 69.— Chelmsford ( County).— 8thinst., from an hotel, 1 gold chain- bracelet, with a heart pendant carbuncle one side, and hair the other; 1 cameo brooch, woman's face and bust, head wreathed with vine leaves and grapes ; 1 large gold filigree brooch, with violet amethyst in centre; 1 diamond ring, set in a cluster of stones, dark blue enamel with gold back ; 1 plain gold ring marked " F. C. R." ; 1 lady's long gold chain ; 1 chatelaine with trinkets, viz.— cross, seal, set green stone, marked " F. R.," and 2 small lockets; 1 pair of gold eardrops, diamond shaped, set with garnets and surrounded by spears ; 1 pair of gold eardrops, chased, pear shaped ; and a gentleman's scarf pin, cameo, broken column, mourning. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Somerset, Chelmsford. 70. — Colchester ( County). — 11th ult., at Parkeston— An open- face silver watch, plain case, No. 30969, maker " Yabsley, London." Information to Supt. Ackers, Colchester. GLAMORGANSHIRE. 71.— Swansea ( Borough).— 23rd ult., a large- size gold watch, No. 105388. 25th ult., a silver open- face lever watch, dark face with yellow figures, No. 3412, with metal albert attached. Information to Capt. Colquhoun, Chief Constable, Swansea. HAMPSHIRE. 72.— Portsmouth ( Borough). — 17th ult.— 1 open- face silver watch, maker, " Bennett, Corn- hill," crest on back: a vine- tree with shield hang- ing from it, a silver cable- pattern albert with patent nickel all- winding watch- key and gold seal, repre- senting a bear with a staff, set white cornelian, with the same crest as on watch, attached; 2 morocco- leather pin- cases, " Phillips, Bond- street," on inside, one containing a single- pearl scarf- pin, and the other a cat's- eye scarf- pin, set in gold; 1 horse's hoof scarf- pin with silver shoe ; 2 gold buttons with a regimental crest in silver thereon; 1 George III. crown- piece, marked on reverse side " A. C." with St. George's cross between; 1 Spanish half- dollar, Charles VII. reign, dated 1777; 1 graceless florin, worn smooth, except that the rose in centre is distinguishable. Information to Chief Constable Cosser, Town Hall, Portsmouth. HEREFORDSHIRE. 73.— RoSS ( County).— 6th inst. by housebreak- ing at Much Dewchurch— a lady's silver geneva watch, yellow spots inside case, with steel wire chain attached— supposed by TWO MEN, 1st age about 40, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fair, side whiskers and moustache ( heavy) sandy ; dress, dark coat, light cloth trousers, hard felt hat, carried a dark overcoat on his arm ; 2nd, age about 30, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in , complexion fair; dress, dark coat, very light cloth trousers, hard felt hat, carried a brown overcoat. Information to Supt. Cope, Ross. KENT. 74. — Cranbrook ( County). — 17th ult., at Hawkhurst— a silver geneva watch, No. 127666, silver dial, ornamented with gold, silver albert with tassel attached; a jubilee half- crown brooch, pin broken off; a silver brooch with " Nellie " in centre; a silver ring; a pair cf lady's silver cuff studs; 6 plated tea spoons; £ 2 10s. gold, and 5s. silver and bronze. Information to Supt. Bartlett, Cranbrook. 75.— Sandgate ( County).— 2nd iust., at Shorn- cliffe, a silver English lever watch, No. 3059, maker, " H. Samuel, 97, Market- street, Manchester," on dial; silver albert, curb pattern, attached. Information to Supt. Maxted, Sandgate. 76.— Dover ( Borough).— 3rd inst., from the band room of the Highland Light Infantry Regiment— An officer's round silver brooch, 4 inches in diameter, with the arms of the regiment engraved in centre, and the honours round the outer edge, enclosed in a square morocco case. Information to Supt. Sanders, Dover. LANCASHIRE. 77.— Leigh ( County).— Between 23rd and 24th ult., at Tyldesley — 1 large silver verge watch, maker, Broad, Liverpool; 1 lady's 18- carat gold dress ring, set 2 diamonds, rnby in centre ; 1 gentle- man's massive 18- carat gold signet ring with red stone; 1 silver butter knife; 1 meerschaum pipe; 3 postal orders ( 1 issued at Buxton) ; £ 3 in gold and silver, and a number of farthings ; 2 pairs lace boots, broad soles, toecaps, 1 pair has been soled, the other nearly new; 2 old lace boots were left behind, one with broad, the other narrow toes. Information to Supt. Higginbotham, Leigh. 78.— Salford ( Borough). — 18th nit., by house- breaking— A gentleman's silver English lever watch, No. 3544, maker " John Johnson, 11, Orchard- street, Preston " ou dial, had attached & long silver chain, broken in one place ; and 3s. in silver. 79.— Salford ( Borough).— 12th inst., a black gladstone bag, marked " R. A. Armitage" on side, medium size, about 27 in. long, containing 3 pairs of shoes ; 6 white shirts; 6 pairs grey merino socks ; a quantity of collars and shirt fronts, all marked in ink, " R. A. Armitage " ; 6 ties and scarves, various colors; a net for parcels; 2 pairs razors, and shaving tackle; and £ 1,200 in scrip on the East London Railway, in names of Mrs. Hayes and R. A. Armitage. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Salford. SOMERSETSHRE. 80.— Bath ( City). — 20th ult., a lady's gold keyless watch, No. 75,205, rather large size, enamel face, Roman figures, fine gold chain attached. Information to Lieut.- Col. Gwyn, Chief Constable, Bath. SUSSEX ( EAST). 81.— East Grinstead ( County).— 24th ult., a carriage rug ( nearly new), dark green cloth, plaid lining, yellow stripes, silver- plated strap ring, and 10 goslings, 3 weeks old. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Berry, East Grinstead. 82.— Hailsham ( County).— 15th nit., by house- breaking at Warbleton— A large old- fashioned silver verge watch, open- face, pair case, flat pendant, " J." scratched on rim inside case, maker " Henry Grant, Warbleton," on works, a steel albert chain attached; a gold keeper ring, small 9 scratched inside. Sup- posed by a YOUTH, age 17 or 18, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., slight build, complexion fair, hair dark brown; dress, dark cloth coat and vest, blue serge trousers, black hard felt hat, high- low shoes, much worn. Information to Supt. Renville, Hailsham. 83.— Ore ( County).— 16th ult., by housebreaking, a lady's small gold geneva watch, No. 18850, " Calderwood " engraved on back of inside case ; 1 pair imitation gold earrings, old- fashioned; 1 gold albert chain, short links ; 1 gold keeper ring, much worn ; 1 gold dress ring, very thin ; 1 silver brooch ( chased) ; 1 pair silver earrings to match; 1 ivory brooch, stag in centre. Information to Supt. Brookham, Ore. WARWICKSHIRE. 84.— St ratf O rd- On- Avon( County) .— 7 th inst. — A gold scarf pin, set with 8 diamonds, sapphire in centre, made with screw to answer the purpose of dress stud. Information to Supt. Simmons, Stratford- on- Avon. YORKSHIRE ( EAST RIDING). 85.— Hull ( Borough).— 28th ult., a lady's silver Waltham lever watch, No. 2816076, S. B., N. 06, scratched on back of case 30th nit., a silver lever hunting watch, No. 62130, maker— Sketchley, Bloomsbury- square, London. 2nd inst., 1 bright leather Gladstone bag, about 2 feet long ; 1 pair new plaid trousers, brown with red dots; 3 large imitation gold rings, set with imitation diamonds; 2 new Oxford shirts, lined back and front; 1 sack black coat and vest, bound with braid, covered buttons; 1 5 - chambered revolver, fore- sight broken off; and about 40 second- hand silk handkerchiefs, of various colours. A THE POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, MAY 15, 1891, 86— Hull ( Borough).— 20th ult., a gold keyless ] ever watch, No. 86241, with gold albert guard, close link pattern attached. Information to Capt. Gurney, Chief Constable, Hull. YORKSHIRE ( WEST RIDING). 87.— Sheffield ( Borough).— Between 2nd and 4th inst., by warehousebreaking— 2 doz. two- bladed pocket knives, coloured buffalo- horn handles, marked " Humphrey & Co., Sheffield"; 2 doz. two- bladed pocket knives, rosewood handles ; 5 doz. two- bladed, cocoa handles, balloon pattern ; 2 doz. two- bladed pen- knives, ivory handles ; 2 doz. two- bladed penknives, buffalo handles; 5 doz. lady's penknives, pearl handles ; 2 doz. two- bladed penknives, bone handles ; 2 doz. two- bladed penknives, tortoiseshell handles; 2 doz. ladies' pearl- banded penknives; 3 doz. pocket- knives, German silver bolsters, either bone or stag handles; 3 doz. pocket- knives, tortoiseshell handles, long German silver bolsters ; 3 doz. ladies'penknives, tortoiseshell handles, German silver bolsters— all marked " Shore & Co. "; 1 doz. 4£- in. and 6^- in. scissors, japanned bows, marked " Cast Steel " ; 1 doz. 4|- in. and 5- in. scissoi- s, marked " Humphrey & Co. "; 2 doz. folding nail scissors; 6 doz. dessert knives, bone handles, marked " Humphrey & Co." Information to Chief Constable Jackson, Sheffield. PERSONS OR BODIES FOUND. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 88.— Fishponds ( County). — 9th inst., in a doorway at Eastville, St. George's, the body of a male child, about 24 hours old, wrapped in a piece of calico and brown paper and tied up with string. An inquest was held on the body 11th inst., and a verdict of wilful murder returned against some person or persons unknown. Information to Supt. Matthews, Fishponds. 89.— Gloucester ( County).— 10th inst., in the canal at Quedgeley, the body of a man, age about 55, length 5 ft. 8 in., stout build, hair ( bald on front) grey, moustache ( turning grey) dark brown ; dress, brown striped jacket and trousers, broad brown cord vest, white shirt, blue and white necktie, light lace boots. Supposed to be in the water about 3 weeks. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Chipp, Gloucester. LINCOLNSHIRE. 90. — Kesteven ( County). — 25th ult., in a plantation at Swinderby, with a bullet wound in the head, the body of a man, age 65 to 70, length 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., stout build, hair, whiskers and moustache dark grey, chin shaved, bald top of head, lost all front teeth except two at top ; dress, long black overcoat, grey suit with narrow stripes, grey striped woollen shirt with collar stud and three white pearl buttons down front, cotton undervest and drawers, white linen collar, black tie with black headed pin, grey woollen socks, side- spring boots, black silk cord, with eyeglass attached round neck. A six- chambered revolver loaded in four chambers was found near the body. In pockets were found 6d. cash, a, wooden pipe with bright ferrule, some tobacco wrapped in the Echo of 17th April, 3 ball cartridges, and a cream- colour silk handkerchief. Information to Supt. Cabourn, Kesteven. PROPERTY FOUND IN POSSESSION OF PRISONERS. YORKSHIRE ( WEST RIDING). 91. — Leeds ( Borough). — In possession of HAROLD WORTLEY STUART, alias HENRY LESLIE CURTIS, sentenced to 12 months im- prisonment, 13th ult., for stealing jewellery from his lodgings:— 4 watch seals ( one with old English " D " engraved thereon) ; 1 pearl cuff- stud with letter " T " thereon; 1 scarf ring with lady's head thereon ; 5 pairs of cuff- links ( two gilt, one silver, one bone, and one black pearl) ; the works of a lever watch, No. 1972, and plate of another watch, No. 12342, with " S. Zolki, Sheffield," thereon; 1 metal box; 1 pair silver chain bracelets; 1 Turkish opium pipe ; 4 ordinary wood pipes ; 5 pocket pouches ; 1 cigar case; 1 brown cloth cap; 2 striped print night- shirts ; 1 woollen under vest, with " H. W. Stuart," on front and " H " inside neckjl 9 white linen collars ( six marked " H. W. Stuart," five " R. Cook," one " A. C. Madder," and one " H. Cal- vert ") ; 6 pocket handkerchiefs ( one marked " ZIX," one " J. E. Otter," and two " H. W. Stuart ") ; 7 silk ties ; 1 silk handkerchief ; 2 pairs of brown tan gloves ; 7 pairs of socks; 1 comb; 2 hair brushes, with monogram " L. S. G. " on back ; 1 mackintosh shaving bag ; 1 razor strop ; 1 camel hair lather brush ; 3 razors ( two with white handles and one black handle); 1 book, entitled " Fern Leaves," with " Mrs. E. Lord " written inside; a pawnticket, No. 452, dated 23rd February, 1891, John Lawrenson, 34, Moor- lane, Preston, " for a suit, 10$. 2d., in name of John Fish, 160, Lloyd- street, Manchester " ; a pawnticket, No. 2550, 23rd February, 1891, Richard Marsden, 115, Church- street, Preston, for jacket, vest and trousers, in name of John Fish, 160, Lloyd- street, Manchester; a pawnticket, No. 892, 27th October, 1890, Paul Roberts & Son, 9, John Bright- street, Birmingham, for trousers, vest, & c., 6s. 6d. in name of " W. C. Wilkinson, Monmouth- road, Birmingham"; No. 2303, 24th March, 1891, Hugh Shaw, 51, Broadgate, Lincoln, scarf pin for 3s. 6tZ , in name of Tom Scott, Boultham Avenue; No. 693, 20th March, 1891, same shop, a blue overcoat for 10s. 6i. in same name. Information to Chief Constable Webb, Leeds. MISCELLANEOUS. LANCASHIRE. 92.— Liverpool ( City).— Information wanted as to the whereabouts of License Holder THOMAS MURPHY, Office No. 41158, age 30, height 5 ft' 6 in., complexion fair, hair light brown, eyes light hazel, vaccination marks left arm. Was sentenced at Liverpool, 26th April, 1883, to 10 years penal servitude for rapo. Liberated 28th March, 1891. J 409. Information to Chief Superintendent, Detective Department, Liverpool. APPREHENSIONS. 93. — Metropolitan Police District, K Division— HENRY GLASEN, alias CLAUSEN, Case No. 4, 1st inst. 94.— Buckinghamshire, Slough ( County). — MAN, Case No. 13, 8th inst. 95. — Lancashire, Ashton- under- Lyne ( Borough).— MICHAEL DWYER, Case No. 16, 3rd ult. 96. — Northamptonshire, Daventry ( County).— FRANCIS POLLARD, Case No. 29, 10th ult. 97. — Nottinghamshire, Nottingham ( Borough).— Supervisee JOHN BOSLEY, Office No. 39148 ( see Case No. 90, 21st November last). LATEST INFORMATION. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. BEDFORDSHIRE. 98.— Biggleswade ( County).— For assaulting police— JAMES NORTHFIELD, age 22, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., rather stout build, complexion dark, hair brown, peculiar cast in eyes, long nose, sharp features ; dresses sometimes in a dirty slop, and at other times in pilot jacket. A native of Patton, Bedfordshire. Left the neighbourhood of Hertford a few days since. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Smith, Biggleswade. BERKSHIRE. 99.— Maidenhead ( County).— For indecently assaulting a girl, age 6— WILLIAM GARDENER alias " SOLDIER," an army reserve man, age 32 to 35, height 5 ft. 11 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache light brown, eyes blue, bald on top of head, wound on one leg ( supposed right); dress, dark jacket, light moleskin trousers and ve3t, lace boots, black hard felt hat; frequents common lodging- houses. Is known at Wokingham and Marlow. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Taylor, Maidenhead. MONMOUTHSHIRE. 100. — Tredegar ( County). —- For failing to roporfc— License Holder THOMAS NICHOLS, Office No. 40386, age 25, height 5 ft. 4 in., com- plexion fresh, hair black, eyes hazel, sear right of neck, mole right upper arm, blue dot left wrist, ring 4th left finger. Sentenced at Hereford, 29th October, 1886, to 5 years penal servitude and 4 years police supervision for larceny. Liberated 22nd October, 1890. M 512. Infoimation to Superintendent Parker, Tredegar. STAFFORDSHIRE. 101— Stafford ( County).— For stealing a blank cheque, in connection with a serious charge of forgery, while in Stafford Prison — CHARLES EDWIN WARTON DODD, age 21, height 5 ft. 7j in., complexion pale, hair light, eyes light hazel, boil mark on left wrist, " C. E. DODD " tattooed back of left forearm, blue spot back of left wrist, anchor between left thumb and forefinger, cut mark inside second finger ; dress, probably, light coloured. A clerk or electrical engineer. Native of West Bromwich. He was discharged from Stafford Prison, on 27th ult., after having undergone 9 months imprisonment for forgery. Was in London recently, and may be found on or near one of the Great Western lines. His father is an agent of the Great Western Railway Company, in Ireland. Warrant issued. Information to Captain Anson, Chief Constable, Stafford. WORCESTERSHIRE. 102.— Old bu ry ( County).— For failing to report- Supervisee GEORGE OLIVER, Office No. 41298, age 57, height 5 ft. 1 in., complexion fresh, hair brown ( turning grey), eyes grey, bridge of nose flattened, burn mark on right shoulder, bracelet right wrist, very deaf. Sentenced at Worcester 5th April, 1880, to 10 years penal servitude, and 7 years police super- vision for housebreaking. Information to Supt. Speke, Oldbury. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. ESSEX. 103.— Brentwood ( County).— Committed for trial at next Assizes, for larceny — WALTER PETCH, age 17, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion pale, hair and eyes dark, bald spot right of head near crown. A printer. Native of Bethrial Green. Sup- posed previously convicted.— HERBERT PULLEN, age 17, height 4 ft. 11 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes hazel, scald scar left ear. Sentenced at Worship- street Police Court, 17th July, 1890, to 6 months imprisonment for stealing £ 150. A fish hawker. Native of Bethnal Green. Photographs may be seen on application. Information to Supt. Dobson, Brentwood. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 104.— N Division.— Between 11th and 13th, 1 pair of diamond earrings, shape of star at top, pear- shape diamond pendants ; 2 lady's rings ( 1 gold, set 3 emeralds and 3 diamonds alternately; 1 gold, set 3 rubies and 4 diamonds alternately, claw set- ting) ; 1 gold bar brooch, 4 diamonds, claw setting. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BERKSHIRE. 105— Maidenhead ( County). — 4th inst., at Winfield — A silver f - plate crystal watch, No. 2714042, " Waltham Mass." on movements, " Bedford" on insido case, silver chain, long and short link pattern, with short silver pencil- case attached; a silver Dent's keyless, open face, lever watch, No. 29493. Information to Supt. Taylor, Maidenhead. APPREHENSIONS. 106. — Metropolitan Police District, N Division, — HARRY LEAHMAN, Case No. 3, 20th September, 1889. 107.— Cork, Cork ( City).— FRANK TAYLOR, Case No. 10,8th inst., by Staffordshire Constabulary. FRIDAY, M A Y 15, 1 8 9 1. T H E P O L I C E G A Z E T T E. HOMING PIGEONS' PROTECTION SOCIETY. £ 1 reward. jyOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the above reward will be paid to any person giving such information as shall lead to the conviction of any person who has feloniously shot, injured, or stolen any homing pigeons, the property of members of this Society. Application to be made to the Hon. Sec., Mr. WILLIAM TAYLOR, Phoenix Street Mill, Oldham. ADVERTISEMENTS INSERTED IN ALL BOROUGH OF TUNBRIDGE WELLS. CHI EF CONSTABLE. rfPHE WATCH COMMITTEE are prepared J to receive applications for the appoint- ment of Chief Constable of the Borough. The person appointed will be required to devote his whole time to the duties of the office. 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