POLICE GAZETTE PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FKIDAY, JULY 30, 1897. VOL. XIV., No. 1418. REGULATIONS. 1. All announcements for insertion in the POLICE GAZETTE, and all communications upon them, should be addressed to THE EDITOR OF THE POLICE GAZETTE, NEW SCOTLAND YARD, LONDON, S. W. 2. Particulars concerning persons whose apprehension is sought will be inserted in one issue of the POLICE GAZETTE, if they are sufficient to enah e 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 case* 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. 5. Portraits of persons whose apprehension is sought for serious offences, and engravings of stolen property, will be prominently inserted, with detailed particulars, at a cost of 15s. per portrait, and of 7s. 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 chiej 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. A nnouncements of all persons to be apprehended or of stolen property bear a number, ar. d art alphabetically arranged by counties. 9. The force which causes particulars concerning delinquents or sto'enprortrty to be inserted in the POLICE GAZETTE, must, on their appreh ension 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 ail cases, the officer signing the request for insertion of any announcement, will be wholly re sponsible for any proceedings which may result from such publicaton. 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, Xew Scotland Yard, by cheque, crossed " Drummond dk Co.," Post Office Order pay able at Parliament si., Postal Order, or in Stamps. 13. Advertisements are accepted for the POLICE GAZETTE through Mr. James Willing, 125, Strand, London, the sole Agent, who wilt furnish the rates on application. 14. Announcements concerning property lost or persons missing can only be accepted at advertisements. R. ANDERSON, 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. ( c) Persons in Custody. ( 1). Metropolitan Police District. ( 2). Counties. ( 3). Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged in strict alphabetical order. ( d) Property Stolen. ( 1). Metropolitan Police District. ( 2). Counties. ( 3). Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged in Btricfc 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. SPECIAL NOTICE. IDENTIFICATION OF PRISONERS. THE EDITOR requests that Chief Officers of Police, when forwarding for identifica- tion by the Metropolitan Police the Photo- graphs and descriptive forms of Persons in custody, will please see that the specific offence is stated, e. g. :— Stealing £ 1,000 from bank ; stealing pair of boots from shop door; stealing bale of silk, van unattended, & c., & c. This may often prove a ready means of recognition, and Judges have recently complained of the absence of such particulars in dealing with previous convictions. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 1.— Criminal Investigation Department.— For obtaining money by falce pretences— WTILLIAM HENRY GREEN, alias WILLIAM WALLACE, RUSSELL, COSTELLO, etc., age 20, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair brown ( worn on fore- head) very slight moustache light, eyes grey, good teeth, 3rd right finger slightly deformed ; dress, dark grey or fawn coloured jacket suit, collar and tie; sometimes wears blue serge suit, and blue cloth cap, with shiny peak. He calls on persons, stating that he is about to join the Royal Marines, and, having had to pay 4s. 7d. for a birth certificate, has no money to return home, and asks for the loan of 5s. He describes him- self as a boat builder's apprentice, and usually gives his address as Ferry House, Ingresta, Chatham, Staines, Windsor, etc. Warrant issued. 2.— C. O.( Convict Supervision Department). — For failing to report, and on a warrant for fraud, at Abergavenny, in 1892— Licence Holder JOHN DAVID ODDY, alias FREDERICK FOAKES, FRE- DERICK HUGHES, FREDERICK FOLKS, GEORGE FREEMAN, and FREDERICK FOULKES, Office No. 1822- 97, age 42, height 6 ft. 2 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes grey, left arm and hand wasted ( almost useless), mole on left side of belly, bust of woman and wreath on right forearm, scar front of palm of right hand. A painter; native of Stourbridge, Worcester. Sen- tenced at Four Courts, Dublin, 12th April, 1893, to 3 years penal servitude, for sheep- stealing. Liberated on 2nd licence, 29th June, 1897. C660. 3.— F Division.— For larceny— ALFRED DAVIS age 24, height 5 ft, 9 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache black, e es hazel; dress, dark grey jacket suit, black hard felt hat. DAVIS, father of above, age 48, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair, beard and moustache brown, eyes grey; dress, dark jacket suit, black hard felt hat. They opened 2 shons, and absconded on 3rd inst., taking with them a couch which had been sold to a customer. Warrant issued. 4.— W Division.— For stealing 1 lady's gold keyless watch. No. 25943; 1 small link gold chain; 2 "< » old rin< rs ( 1 turquoise, 1 set 4 red stones); and £ 8 10s.— ELIZA MINALL, age 28, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion fair, hair brown; dress, light coloured cape, dark blue skirt, white straw hat trimmed flowers. A native of Salisbury. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. CITY OF LONDON. 5.— For embezzlement— GEORGE E. COSSAR, late of 1, Gayhurst Road, Dalston, age about 30, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion very dark, hair and slight moustache blacl ; short- sighted, and wears pince- nez ; dressed usually in a jacket suit and high silk hat. A traveller, absconded 11th inst. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Supt. McWilliam, 26, Old Jewry, E. C. BERKSHIRE. C.— Clewer ( County).— For larceny ( lodger), 16th inst., and stealing 1 pair black- and- white check trou- sers ; 1 pair braces; 1 silver curb pattern watch- chain ; 1 silver buckle ring— JOHN BENTICK, age about 43, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion sallow, hair dark brown, moustache brown, slight side whiskers; dress, dark coat, light trousers, straw hat with black band, sidespring boots. A native of Windsor. Carries a carpet- bag, tied with string. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Read, Clewer. 7.— Reading ( Borough).— For stealing, 30th ult., a new " Courier" safety bicycle, 1897 pattern, " Scott's" standard tyres, rat- trap pedals, with toe- clips, flat handle- bar, 1 in. diameter, felt handles ( fluted), saddle by " E. Lycett, Birmingham," No. LI 1, geared up to 70, " Brampton " \ in. block chain, transfer on head " Chilton Brothers, makers," " Read- ing Gun and Cycle Manufacturing Company " on down tube, pump, bag, and small racer lamp attached. A man, who gave the name of RICHARD H. NOTTLEY, age 21, height about 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fair, hair light brown, slight moustache light; dress, black jacket and vest, light trousers, hard felt hat. Warrant issued. 8.— Reading( Z? orou^ A).— For stealing, 12th inst., 2 safety bicycles. 1st, a " Speedwell," 23- in. wheels, tangent spokes, " Scott's Standard" tyres, diamond frame, drop handles, " Brady's" saddle, rubber pedals, " B. S. A." cranKs, No. 900 stamped near seat post nut, transfer on head, " E Dew and Son, Oxforl Road, Reading," " Speedwell" on down ( ube, " Demon" lamp. 2nd, an " American Crescent," 28- in. wheels, tangent spokes, wooden rims, " Stand- ard " tyres, front forks half plated, " Garford" saiWIe, cork handles, gold plate on head, " The Western Wheel Works, Chicago," thereon. No. 9 stamped near saddle— TWO MEN." 1st, age 25, height 5 ft. 8 in., slight build, complexion very dark, thin face, hair and moustache dark; dress, brown check jacket, grey check breeches, black- and- red mixture stockings, blue shirt, green tie, brown canvas shoes. 2nd, age 30, height 5 ft. 3 in., stout build, complexion fair, round face, moustache light, hooked nose: dress, small brown check cycling suit, with Norfolk jacket, grey mixture stockings, white straw hat with black band, black boots. Both spoke with a foreign accent Warrant issued. Information to Captain Henderson, Chief Con- stable, Reading. BRECONSHIRE. 9.— Brecon ( County).— For forging a bill of exchange for £ 170— THOMAS LUTHER JONES, late manager of the National Provincial Bank, Builth, T I I E POLICE G A Z E T T E. FRIDAY, JULY 30, 1897. age 52 to 55, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., stout build, complexion sallow, hair ( turning grey) dark brown, clean shaved, eyes grey, prominent nose, rather thick lips, short neck, walks erect; drees, grey suit or black coat and vest, and grey trousers, soft list, lace boots. A native of Bangor, Carnarvonshire. Has resided at Builth for the past 16 years, which place he left on 21st April last, supposed for London. May endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Sergeant Watkins, Builth, Brecon- shire. BUCKINGHAMSHIRE. 10.— Slough ( County).— For stealing, 29th ult., a lady's gold geneva watch, No. 104307, and a lady's 9- carat gold ring, set 4 pearls and 3 corals ( 2 corals deficient)— A MAN, age about 28, height 5 ft. 10 in., slight build, complexion fair, high forehead and cheek bones, hair and moustache light; dress rough blue serge jacket and vest, dark grey trousers, black- and- white check tie, black hard hat, brown lace shoes; was wearing 2 silver chains ( one has a silver star, the other a silver match- box, attached), also wore a gold ring, set dark stone on little finger left hand. Stated he was an Engineer on the Great Western Railway. Information to Supt. Sutton, Slough. CAMBRIDGESHIRE. 11.— Cambridge ( Borough).— For stealing, 28th ult., a " Humber" " Model C." lady's bicycle, No. - 1430, " Dunlop- Welch " covers on back wheel, " Bee- slun " cover on front wheel, " Brooks' B85 " saddle— A woman, who gave the name of MISS SMITH, age about 23, height 5 ft. 3 in., slight build, complexion dark, hair brown; dress, black dress, sailor hat, brown shoes. Warrant issued. 12..— Cambridge ( Borough)— For larceny, 11th inst.— A man, known by the name of JACK, age about 19, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., hair light brown, slight moustache brown, nose bent to the right; dress,, black jacket and trousers, light brown plaid vest, red- and- white cotton shirt, dark cloth cap, lace boots. Supposed a native of Leicester. May be found at common lodging houses. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Holland, Cam- bridge. CARDIGANSHIRE. 13.— Aberystwyth. — ( County). — For non- pay- ment of bastardy arrears— JOHN LLOYD, alias WILLIAMS, age 48, height 5. ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes grey; lame left leg. Has been employed as a sinker in several parts of South Wales. A native of Trawsfynydd, Merioneth- shire. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Phillips, Aberystwyth. CARNARVONSHIRE. 14.— Bangor ( County).— Woodcut portrait and description of ROBERT HUGHES, whose apprehen- sion is sought for forging a cheque for £ 400, age 42, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion pale, hair ( turning grey) - no: and short stiff moustache dark, walks erect with short quick steps; dress, fawn or slate coloured suit, soft black hat. Late Lloyd's shipping agent at Bangor, of which place he is a native. May endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Inspector Rowland, Bangor. DERBYSHIRE. 15.— Wirksworth ( County).— For obtaining £ 10 by false pretences, on 3rd inst,-— WALTER JONES ( supposed false), age about 35, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh, hair and. moustache brown, ono middle finger deficient; dress, dark brown tweed suit, black peak cap, lace boots. The money was ob- tained on the pretence of selling a horse. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Ilollingsworth, Wirksworth. DEVONSHIRE. 16.— Exeter ( County).— For obtaining money and food by false pretences— MRS. S. O. STONHAM, alias COLES, STEVENS, ROBINSON, etc., age about 35, height 5 ft. 5 in., . slight build, complexion sallow, hair dark brown, eyes blue; wearing black- and- white sailor hat, trimmed with black tulle, red- and- blue poppies and white osprey, carried a large cream- coloured sunshade. May be found at hotels or lodging houses. Accompanied by a boy, age about 7. Supposed a native of London. Warrant issued. 17.— Exeter ( County).— For obtaining £ 46 by false pretences— J. PEARSON, age about 30, height 5 ft. 6 in., rather stout build, complexion fresh, round face, eyes brown ; dr^ s, light grey or dark suit, black hard felt hat. M. SINCLAIR, age about 30, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., slight build, clean shaved; dress, long black cloth coat, light cloth trousers, large tie with pin, high silk hat. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable of Devon, Exeter. DURHAM. — South Shields ( Borough).— For embezzling £ 1 15s.— JOHN NUTMAN, age about 54, height 5 ft. 8 in., rather stout build, complexion fresh, hair brown, has the appearance of a heavy drinker ; dress, dark suit, black soft hat, of good address. May en- deavour to obtain employment as a canvasser, Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Morant, South Shields. FLINTSHIRE. 19.— Holywell ( County).— Woodcut portrait and description of FRANK WALLACE SPRIGGS, whose apprehension is sought for stealing, with vio- lence, on 13th inst., a gold curb bracelet and a gold ring set five diamonds, and for attempting to ravish, agp. 19 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion pale, hair ( wavy) dark brown, very slight moustache, eyes blue, teeth badly decayed, upper teeth rather prominent; dress, black rough cloth suit, hard felt hat, tan boots with . white buckskin uppers. Supposed a native of Forest Gate, London. Sentenced at Hereford Quarter Sessions in July, 1.896, to 9 months imprisonment for larceny. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Hughes, Holywell. GLAMORGANSHIRE. 20.— Cardiff ( Boro) igA).— For stealing a bicycle ( See Case No. 71, 16th i^ t.)— THOMAS EVANS ( supposed false), age about 24, height 5 ft. 4 in., muscular build, complexion fresh, round face, hair and small moustache reddish- brown, recent cut over right eye, which is discoloured, slightly lame on right leg; dress, dark blue serge suit, trousers repaired above right knee, white shirt, with turn- down collar, pale blue tie, black hard felt hat, lace boots. Wore a silver watch and imitation gold double chain. AVarrant issued. Information to Head Constable McKenzie, Cardiff. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 21. — Fishponds ( County).— For stealing 22 books ( recovered) ; 1 pair opera glasses; and 1 pair boots — FRANCIS LYNCH, age £ 0, height 5 ft. 11 in., complexion fresh, liair brown, eyes grey ; wearing, dark suit and hard felt hat. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Matthews, Fishponds. 22.— Bristol ( Borough).— For personating an army pensioner, and obtaining £ 3 Us. lid., on 2nd April last— THOMAS ROBERTS, alias EDWARD BRISTO, a navvy, age 40, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., hair and moustache brown, has a wound below left knee, and frequently attends workhouses and hospitals for treatment. Warrant issued. 23.— Bristol ( Borough).— For^ larceny ( bailee)— WILLIAM GOULDEN, age 25 to 30, height about 5 ft. 4 in., slight build, hair and slight moustache light. A painter. He rents a house and obtains, on the hire system, furniture, of which he disposes. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Bristol. HAMPSHIRE. 24.— Petersfield ( County).— For stealing, 16th inst., a dark leather purse, brass clasp, containing £ 10; 1 silver match- box, chased, " G. F. C." thereon, ring attached; 1 lady's old silver geneva watch ; 1 round morocco ring- case, " Sly, Salisbury" therein, containing lady's gold ring, set rubies and pearls ; 1 imitation gold brooch, in. long, set purple stones— WILLIAM KEEGAN, alias BARNETT ( supposed false), age about 23, height about 5 ft. 3 in., short legs, long body, rather dark complexion, hair dark brown, both wrists tattooed, slightly bow- legged, but walks erect; dress, grey cycling suit lined grey flan- nel, grey stocking's, brown shoes, grey cap, dark check tie. Stated he was a native of Bristol. After committing the larceny, he hired, but did not return, a safety " Swift Popular " bicycle, makers " Coventry Machinist Co.," tangent wheels, " Dunlop- Welch" pneumatic tyres, back tyre slightly cut, felt handles with tips deficient, 30 in. front, 28 in. back wheel, block chain, rat- trap pedals, " A. Rowsell, cycle agent, Petersfield," on frame, brake and bell. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. King, Petersfield. 25.— Winchester ( City).— On Commitment War. rant, having been sentenced, to one months imprison- ment., for violent assault on his wife— JAMES CUL- VERWELL, age 46, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh ( sunburnt), hair brown, eyes hazel; dress, when last seen, brown jacket suit, blue skull- cap. A pen- sioner from the King's Royal Rifles. Has been em- ployed at Cricket Grounds. A native of Easton, near Winchester. Information to Supt. Felton, Winchester. 26.— Portsmouth ( Borough).— F or stealing, 12 th inst., a brown leather purse, knob fastening, contain- ing £ 4 10s., a large size wedding ring, and a doctor's receipt— FAITH PRESTON ( supposed false), age 22, height 5 ft. 3 in., slight build, red face, pointed nose, speaks with Irish accent ; dress, striped blouse, brown skirt, yachting cap ; carried a small tin box. 27.— Portsmouth ( Borough).— For stealing, 16th inst., an old silver lever watch, single case, " G. W." engraved inside ; 1 lady's gold fancy ring, set 4 pearls- and 2 blue stones ( 1 stone missing) ; 1 paste brooch, star shape ( 8 points) ; 1 silver anchor brooch, flowered pattern— A MAN, age 28 to 30, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in. complexion sallow, round face, hair ( cut short) and slight moustachc brown; dress, blue cloth lounge suit, black alpine hat, side spring boots ; wore a plain gold ring. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Portsmouth. HEREFORDSHIRE. 28.— Ledbury ( County).— For fowl stealing, 8th inst.— THOMAS HOPE, age 44, height 5 ft. 8 in., slight build, complexion dark, pock- marked, hair dark brown, eyes dark, bridge of nose has been in- jured, supposed burn marks on neck and chest, leans forward When walking; dress, blue coat ( turning brown), brown- grey striped trousers, grey cap. A brassfounder, but lately a poultryman. Native of Birmingham. Warrant issued. 29.— Ledbury ( County).— For fowl stealing, 8th inst.— A MAN, age 36, height 5 ft. 7 in., com- plexion dark ( very sunburnt), hair and moustache brown, eyes grey, bridge of nose has been injured ; dress, dark suit, black soft hat, old boots ( fronts cut down). A tramp ; native of Birmingham. 30.— Ledbury ( County).— For larccny, 22nd ult.— LEONARD GOULD, alias DICK SMITH, age 40, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion sallow, hair and moustache light brown, eyes blue; dress, dark jacket, blue vest, cord or fustian trousers, black cap, with button on top, stronsr lace boots. A labourer; na- tive of Worcester. Has friends residing at Newport, TUESDAY, AUGUST 3 0 , 1897. THE POLICE GAZETTE. ft Cardiff and Rhayader. May be found in company of poachers, harvesters, or timber fellers. Warrant issued. Information to. Supt. Phillips, Ledbury. 31.— Ross ( County).— For bigamy— GEORGE ALEXANDER WATKINS C'OLLEY, age 32, height 5 ft. 7i in., complexion fresh, hair, whiskers and mous tache light brown, eyes grey, female and word " Katie " underneath tattooed on left arm, 2 hearts with spear, and sailor on right arm ; wearing blue serge suit and flat top peak cap. Is accompanied by A WOMAN, age Jl, height 5ft. Gin.; wearing dark clothes, who had been employed with Colley as attendant at a Lunatic Asylum. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Cope, Ross. KENT. 32.— Tonbridge ( County).— For breaking out of ' Union Workhouse, at Tonbridge, 28th ult., and steal- ing 1 brown tweed cloth suit; 1 white cord suit; 1 black hard felt hat; 1 pair nailed boots ; 1 pair leather slippers; 1 blue neckerchief, marked " T. U. W." ; 2 clasp knives ; 1 pair plyers ; 1 pail- scissors, used for bird- stuffing; 1 pawnticket, for tools pledged at " Wagner's, Tunbridge Wells," and 18s.— SAMUEL TERRY, age 40, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion sallow, very thin face, hair and moustache ( stubby) dark, suffers much from indigestion, and shows symptoms of same. Supposed wearing some of the stolen cloth- ing. May be found in a Union Infirmary or Hos- pital. Is believed to be a native of Pembury, Kent. 33.— Ton bridge ( County).— For uttering, 8th inst., counterfeit five- shilling- pieces— TWO MEN. 1st, age 28 to 30, height about 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fair, hair light brown, slight moustache light; dress, dark suit, white straw h it with green, yellow- and- white band. 2nd, age 28 to 30, height about 5 ft. 8 in., complexion, hair and slight moustache dark; dress, dark suit, white straw h?. t with band similar to above. Both of good address. Had with them a bay cob, and green painted gig, with shabby hood, and are supposed to be travelling the Provinces, committing similar offences. Information to Supt. Bartlett, Tonbridge. 34.— Margate ( Borough).— For stealing, 2 clar- ionets ( recovered) and a cornet, makers, " Riverie and Hawks, Leicester Square, London," on bell, cork set in top of valves, dent in bell tube, at bend, small dent on tuning slide, B flat, and A natural, shanks " Besson's" silver plated mouthpiece, in black wooden case, lined red cloth, 2 loops to hold shanks, leather strap in lid— GEORGE WILLIAM WOOL- FORD, alias WOODFORD, age about 40, height 5 ft. 11 in. or G ft., complexion dark, hair and moustache ( waxed at ends) brown, peculiar in- ward twist of right foot, owing to injury to leg; dress, black coat and vest, grey stripe trousers, grey cap, was invalided from the Grenadier Guards. May endeavour to obtain an engagement as a cornet player, or as a carpenter, or - Venetian blind maker. Is accompanied by his wife, age 36, height about 5 ft., very fair complexion, and 2 girls, nsres' 3J years and G months respectively. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Farndale, Margate. LANCASHIRE. 35.— Rawtenstall ( County).— For obtaining, 25th ult., 5s. by false pretences, at Haslingden— JOHN HARGREAYES, alias JONES and DUXBURY, age about 30, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, clean shaved; wearing black coat and light trousers. Of good address. Native of Newchurch. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Procter, Rawtenstall. LINCOLNSHIRE. 36.— Brigg ( County).— For embezzling, 12th April last, £ 4 10*.— WALTER JACKSON, age about 30, height 5 ft. 1 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, mous- tache light ; dress, corduroy- sleeved vest and trousers, cap. A chimney sweep ; native of Leeds. He left Bolton, Lancashire, on 17th ult., when he was lame in one leg, and walked with a stick. May be found with the Salvation Army. Warrant issued. Information to Inspector Eggleston, Brigg. 37.— Horncastle ( Counti/).— For obtaining money by false pretences — JOHN WRIGHT, age 48 to 50, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion dark, hair brown, bald on top, moustache light brown, nearly blind in left eye, various marks tattooed on both arms, including rose on right; dress, old light clotli jacket and vest, light cord trousers, blue check shirt, blue silk neckerchief, light cloth cap, old lace boots. A tramping bricklayer. Has served in the Army. Stated he was going to Scarborough. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Costar, Horncastle. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. 38.— Peterborough ( Liberty oj).— For bigamy, 7th October, 1894, at Werrington— AUGUSTUS LEMON, alias JUsiAttY BEAUMONT and CONCER- TINA CHARLIE, age 33, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., slight build, complexion, hair and moustache dark, sharp features, slightly bow- legged; when last seen was wearing dark suit and small cap. He plays a concer- tina at public- houses. May be found at seaside places. Is well known in Norfolk and the Isle of Ely. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Blackman, Peterborough. 39.— Wei I i ngborough ( County).— For attempted wife murder— WILLIAM S. WllEELER, late of Ilushden, age about 40, height 5 ft. G in., complexion sallow, hair light brown, moustache inclined to sandy, eyes hazel, carries his head forward, has tender feet and walks lame; dress, black ribbed coat, dark vest, dark check trousers, white tie with blue stripes, lace boots. A shoe rivetter; native of Northampton. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Alexander, Wellingborough. NORTHUMBERLAND. 40.— Hexham ( County).— For breaking into a church, 17th inst., at St. Oswald's, near Hexham— A MAN, age about 23, height 5 ft. G or 7 in., com plexion fresh ( sunburnt), hair and slight moustache light brown ; dress, dark blue jacket, suit and cap, white tie. Has been travelling with the man de- scribed in Case No. GG. Information to Captain Terry, Chief Constable, Morpeth, or Supt. Robertson, Hexham. NOTTINGHAMSHIRE. 41.— Nottingham [ County).— For obtaining food and lodgings by false pretences— MORGAN HENRY JONES, alias PRICE HENRY RAGLAN, age 24, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion dark, hair ( bald at back) dark brown, slight moustache and eyes dark, 2 soars on forehead, which he covers with his hair; speaks with Welsh accent ; dress, black worsted cloth jacket and vest, jersey, grey striped trousers, black cloth cap, light lace boots; wore a silver ring on cue little finger, and an imitation gold ling on the other. Stated he was employed in the neighbourhood, erect- ing telegraph poles, etc. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Harrop, Nottingham. OXFORDSHIRE. 42.— Henley- on- Thames ( County).— For desert- ing her children, leaving them chargeable to the Henley- on- Thames Union— ELLEN MAY, age about 30, height 5 ft. 2 in., complexion and hair ( cut short) dark. Is accompanied by A MAN, age about 42; very deaf. May be found at common lodging houses. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Jennings, Henley- on- Thames. SHROPSHIRE. 43.— Bridgnorth ( County) — For embezzlement— JOHN TENCH, age 22, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., com- plexion fresh, haii- light brown, very light slight mous- tache, eyes blue, of smart appearance, swings his arms when walking: dress, dark coat, blue vest with red spots and white buttons, brown plaid trousers with black stripes, white tie, brown hard hat, brown boots. A grocer's assistant.; native of Broseley, Salop. Has recently been employed as traveller for a pipe manu- facturer. May be found in the neighbourhood of Birmingham-, where he was seen on 6th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Walters, Bridgnorth. 44.— Shrewsbury ( County).— For stealing, 10th inst., at Wem, 1 silver watch; 1 silver curb pattern chain ; 1 light Scotch tweed vest; 1 black reefer over- coat ; 1 dog and 1 hawker's licence, in name of Thomas Connell; 3 postal orders, for £ 1 each; and £ 8— A man, known as CHARLEY, age 40 to 45, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., very red face, hair dark brown, short sandy moustache, stoops, tattooed marks over both arms, which include a snake and crucifix on right arm ; sup- posed to be wearing cord trousers, light peak cap, blucher boots, and the stolen coat. Stated he was a native of Manchester; and had been a soldier. Has travelled with a circus and roundabouts. Warrant issued. 45.— Shrewsbury( County).— For causing grievous bodilv harm, 13tli inst., at Ruyton Eleven Towns— JOHN SNEAD, alias FLASH, age 27, height. 5 ft, 9 in., square shoulders, complexion fresh, high cheek- bones, full round face, flat nose, hair ( cut short) brown, moustache light brown, fingers of left hand deficient at second joint; dress, dark plaid jacket and vest, dark cord trousers, dark plaid cap, cycling boots, or may be wearing a dark suit. An ironworker ; native of Oakengates, Shropshire. Is also a professional boxer, and travels the country with boxing booths, etc. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Edwards, Shrewsbury. SUFFOLK. £ 1 Is. Od. REWARD. 46.—- Lowestoft ( County). — For deserting his wife and iamily, leaving them chargeable to the Mut- ford and Lothingland Union— GEORGE BEDFORD alias FATTY and FRED SEYMOUR, age 23, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion florid, hair ( turning grey) brown, moustache sandy, eyes grey. A carpenter • native of Oulton. May ' be found at docks, near Liver- pool. Warrant issued. The above reward will be paid by the Guardians of the Mutford and Lothingland Union for such infor- mation as will lead to the arrest of Bedford. Information to Supt. Shipp, Lowestoft. 47.— Ipswich(^ oroi^ A).— For larceny— ALFRED GODDARD, age 27, height 5 ft. 7 in., weight 9 stone, complexion fair, hair light brown, slight light mous- tache and side whiskers, eyes blue, sharp features; dress, black coat and vest, brown plaid trousers, dark cap, sidespring boots. A commercial traveller's por- ter. Was discharged from the Royal Artillery in September last. May be found at low public- houses Warrant issued. Information to Lieut.- Col. Russell, Chief Constable, Ipswich. SUSSEX ( EAST). 48.— Eastbou rne ( Borough).— For obtaining, 1st inst., by false pretences, about 7 yards of serge— A WOMAN, age 23 or 24, height 5 ft. 1 or 2 in., com- plexion pale, full face, hair brown; dress, black serge double- breasted three- quarter- jacket, black dress, black sailor hat, with black band. Supposed identical with MISS WILSON ( Case No. 62, 26th March last;. Information to Chief Constable Plumb, Eastbourne. 49.— Hastings ( Borough).— For stealing ( bailee), 6th inst., a light brown leather portmanteau, contain- ing a youth's black coat and vest; 1 pair of light grey cloth trousers; 2 pairs white flannel ditto ° 2 new white cotton shirts; 2 blue cotton ditto; 2 pairs white cuffs ; 7 white collars, marked " L. Taylor ''; 7 white handkerchiefs; 3 white cotton vests; 1 striped flannelette night shirt; 1 new pair of kid lace boots; and a brown cloth cap— CLAUDE THOMPSON, age about 20, height about 5 ft. 9 in., complexion very dark, hair ( curly) black; dress, black serge jacket, blue cloth vest with white spots, black trousers with narrow white stripes, grey peak cap, white cricketing shoes. A native of Bombay. Warrant issued. 50.— Hastings ( Borough).— For stealing, 13th inst., a gold curb chain brooch, about U in. long, large links, and a gold telescopic bracelet— A MAN,' age 28 to 30, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion and hair dark, moustache dark brown, speaks with foreign accent, and has the appearance of a Frenchman ; dress, light brown check jacket and vest, grey trousers, black hard felt hat, lace boots. 51.— Hastings ( Borough).— For stealing, 10th inst., two bicycles. 1st, A " Smart" safety, '" Smart and Sons, Hastings," on head, and seat tube, " Wood- ley" tyres, diamond pattern, rat- trap pedals, with " H. B. M." thereon, " Brook's" saddle, flat handle- bar, rubber handles, no brake or mudguards; the other a " Phoenix " safety, transfers on head and back mudguard, " Phcenix, by Thomas Turner and Co., Wolverhampton," " Beeston" tyres, " Palmer" pat- tern, rat- trap pedals ( butterfly), flat handle- bar, cork handles, brake and mudguard— TWO MEN. 1st, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., stout build, com- plexion rather fair, long light moustache; spoke with foreign accent; dress, fawn or light brown Norfolk jacket and knickers, brown stockings, white straw hat. 2nd, age 28 to 32, height about 6 ft,, com- plexion dark, hair and moustache black, high cheek- bones ; spoke with foreign accent; dress, black- and- white or light grey check suit, black stockings. Information to Chief Constable Baker, Hastings. SUSSEX ( WEST). 52.— Arundel ( County). — For deserting his children, leaving them chargeable to the East Preston Union— THOMAS BUSHBY, age 55, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., slight build, complexion sallow, hair, moustache ( turning grey) and eyes dark; dress, ( when seen in May last), blue serge jacket, cord trousers and vest, marked " East Preston Union," light peak cap, lace boots, stamped " E P. N." A carpenter. Warrant issued. 53.— Arundel ( County).— For deserting his wife and children, leaving tlieni chargeable to the East Preston Union— JESSE HOWES, age 42, height 6 ft., thin features, hair and thin straggling whiskers and moustache brown; usually wearing long brown shooting coat and vest, cord trousers. A gardener; native of Littlehampton. May be found at seaports, unloading vessels. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Kennett, Arundel. 4 T H E POLICE G A Z E T T E. FRIDAY, JULY 30, 1897. WARWICKSHIRE. 54.— Aston Manor ( County).— For embezzlement — FREDERICK RICE, age 19, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion rather pole, hair brown; dress, black rough serge reefer jacket, blue trousers and vest, cap, lace boots. A butcher; native of Burton- on- Trent. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Walker, Aston Manor. 55.— Coventry ( City).— For illegally pawning— JAMES CARTRIDGE, age about 22, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., slight build, complexion fresh, narrow fea- tures ( freckled), hair dark brown, slight dark mous- tache, speaks slowly; dress, dark morning coat and • est, light trousers, billycock hat. A watch- finisher; native of Coventry. Warrant issued. 56.— Coventry ( City).— For larceny and forgery - ROBERT J. HENRY, age 21, height 5 ft. 6 in., stout build, complexion fresh, hair ( cut close) brown, thick neck, wears eyeglasses, speaks with Irish accent; wearing grey jacket and vest, hard felt hat, high stand- up collar. A native of Dublin. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Gray, Coventry. WIGTOWNSHIRE. 57.— Stranraer ( County).— Woodcut portrait and description of ALEXANDER CARNEGIE GOUDIE, a Distillers' Traveller, whose apprehension is sought for embezzlement between 5th and 12th inst. Age about 29, height 5 feet 11 inches, hair and slight moustache light, round pimply face, walks with long, swinging strides, and carries his head forward. A good musician and fond of billiards. Dress, usually blue serge jacket suit, stand up collar, yellowish dustcoat; may also have a drab waterproof overcoat, with brown velvet collar. Last seen at Dudley, Worcestershire on 8th inst. May endeavour to go abroad, and assume the name of Brown. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Gordon, Stranraer. WORCESTERSHIRE. 58.— Worcester ( City).— Woodcut portrait and description of NATHANIEL OWEN BURGESS, a bank cashier, whose apprehension is sought for em- bezzlement, age 35, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., stout build, complexion fair, full face, hair light brown, when he had in his possession from <£ 150 to £ 200. May endeavour to go to South Africa, where lie has friends. Was at Chester on 20th inst., when he was dressed in a light suit; stays at good hotels, may be found in the company of prostitutes. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Byrne, Worcester. short neck ; dress usually blue serge or light twee 1 jacket suit, stand up collar. Absconded 8th inst. YORKSHIRE ( EAST RIDING). 59.— Hull ( Borough).— On a warrant for obtain- ing £ 8 by worthless cheque— Licence Holder WIL- LIAM DUVAL, alias BELLWOOD, BROWN and BELLVEARE, Office No. 376- 97, age 35, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion pale, hair dark brown, eyes brown, scar base of left thumb, on left eyebrow and bridge of nose; dress, dark cloth jacket and vest, grey striped trousers, blue cap, collar and tie. Known to have been in London from the 7th to the 23rd ult. Sentenced, at Central Criminal Court, 10th December, 1894, to 3 years penal servitude, for larceny. Licenced 28th January, 1897. U 289. Information to Captain Gurney, Chief Constable, Hull. • YORKSHIRE ( WEST RIDING). 60.— Leeds ( City).— For failing to report— Licence- Holder CHARLES PARKER, Office No. 3826- 96, age 43, height 5 ft. 6f in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes grey, cut scar right of forehead, left of neck, over each eyebrow, back of each thigh, left elbow, back of left forearm, back of left hand, boil scar under left nipple, brown spot top of left chest, brown birthmark below right knee, and on right buttock. Sentenced, at Leeds Assizes, 2nd December, 1893, to 4 years penal servitude for wounding. Licenced 17th December, 1896. T577. Information to Chief Constable Webb, Leeds. 61.— Sheffield ( City).— For obtaining cutlery and plated goods by worthless cheques— LEOPOLD JONAS, age 30, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fair, hair and moustache dark brown ; dress, light grey suit. Supposed a German. JOSEPH ABRAHAMS, alias GOLDMAN, age about 50, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion sallow, hair ( turning1 grey) and eyes dark, prominent nose, 3 fingers right hand deficient; dress, dark clothes. A German Jew. Absconded 22nd inst. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Jackson, Sheffield. 62.— Dewsbury ( Borough).— For failing to report — Supervisee PATRICK HOPKINS, alias FAR- RELL and WALKER, Office No. 45292, age 57, height 5 ft. 4J in., complexion fresh, hair grey ( bald), eyes grey, cut centre top of forehead, on each eye- brow, left side of nose, part of anchor outside right forearm, and dot outside left ditto. Sentenced, at Bradford Sessions, 2nd July, 1888, to 7 years penal servitude, and 5 years police supervision for larceny ( person). Licenced 30th September, 1893. A O 833. Information to the Chief Constable, Borough Police, Dewsbury. 63.— Doncaster ( Borough).— For obtaining money by false pretences, in March last— GEORGE WATT, age 37, height 6 ft. 1 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache brown, eyes grey, left elbow injured and hand withered, cut mark ( right side) bank i- f head. He calls on publicans, etc., soliciting orders for a licenced victualler's almanac, which he alleges is about to be published. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Lister, Doncaster. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. ESSEX. 64.— Brentwood ( County).— Remanded, at Rom- ford, till 5th prox., for larceny ( till), on 27th inst.— HARRY KEMP ( supposed false), age 22, height 5 ft 6£ in., slight build, complexion fresh, hair light brown, small moustache light, eyes grey, 2 small scars left cheek; dress, blue serge coat and vest, brown cord trousers, black hard felt hat, light lace boots. States he is a fitter, and native of Birming- ham. Supposed wanted elsewhere for similar offences. Information to Supt. Allen, Brentwood. FLINTSHIRE. 65. — Holywell ( County).— Remanded till Srd prox. for larceny — SAMUEL BIDGOOD, age 26 ( looks older), height 5 ft. in., complexion and hair dark, eyes brown, stammers. A farm labourer, native of Briars Gardens, Aplington, near Exeter. Supposed previously convicted and wanted elsewhere. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Hughes, Holywell. HAMPSHIRE. 66.— Winchester ( City)— Sentenced to 3 n ontha imprisonment for stealing a bicycle — JOHN REY- NOLDS, alias HILL ( oee Case No. 91, 9th inst.), age 39, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fair ( sunburnt), hair ( slightly bald on top) and moustache light brown, eyes dark, sailor and female, with glasses in their hands, one each side of a table tattooed inside right arm, female inside left arm, scars on right shin, and back right hand; dress, black jacket and vest, dirty cord trousers, black hard felt hat. A native of Man- chester. Supposed wanted elsewhere. Information to Supt. Felton, Winchester. 67.— Southampton ( Borough).— Remanded till 5th prox., for larceny— THOMAS POPE ( supposed false), age 61, height 5 ft. 4 J in., complexion fresh, much sunburnt, hair ( bald on top) brown, moustache sandy, eyes blue, 6 white scars right cheek, fleshy wart right jaw, 5 moles centre of bade, " D." tattooed on breast over heart, 2 warts on 1st and 2nd left fingers, neck and forearms much sunburnt; dress, black ribbed jacket, black vest, grey trousers with black stripes, grey cap, lace boots. States he has served 16 or 17 years in the Royal Horse Artillery- A musician ; native of Gosport. Found in his posses- sion— 1 pair silver gilt dessert spoons, with bunch of grapes, pineapple and melon, raised in centre, em- bossed handles, English make ; 6 watches, viz. : 1 gen- tleman's silver geneva, No. 30765 ; 1 ditto, keyless, No. 92442 ; 1 lady's silver geneva. No. 20262 ; 1 ditto, No. 8466 ; 1 ditto, No. 6690 ; 1 ditto, silver dial, No 83382; 4 gentlemen's silver alberts ( 1 curb and 3 fancy pattern); 2 ladies' silver alberts, fancy pat- terns ; 2 metal alberts. Information to the Chief Constable, Southampton. SUSSEX ( EAST). 68.— Ore ( County).— Committed for trial at East Sussex Quarter Sessions, for housebreaking— GEORGE MCCARTHY, alias JAMES MALO. NE, JOHN SHIELDS, JAMES MALONEY and JAMES DOIiAN, an Irishman, age 60, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache and eyes grey, scar back of right shoulder. Information to Supt. Brookham, Ore. 69.— Eastbou rne ( Borough). — Remanded till 27th inst., for obtaining credit by false pretences.— HENRY ROWLAND BERKELEY, age 71, height 5 ft. 3J in., complexion sallow, hair grey, eyes brown. He has written to a number of firms respecting a varnish, paste, enamel, and leather reviver, which he said he had invented, and has received replies from various places. States he has resided at Scarborough for about five rears, and at Cheltenham for about eighteen months, but is very reticent as to his ante- cedents. ( See Case No. 46, 21st May last.) Information to Chief Constable Plumb, East- bourne. 70.— Hastings ( Borough).— Committed for trial, a, t next Quarter Sessions, for burglary— DANIEL. EDWARD FOSTER, age 38, height 5 ft. 1\ in., com- plexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes grey, scar left side of back, 2 scars front left side; dress, brown tweed coat, blue serge vest, cord trousers, red check neckerchief, black hard felt hat, heavy lace boo^ s.. A native of Brighton. Information to Chief Constable Baker, Hastings. SUSSEX ( WEST). 71.— Steyning ( County).— Committed for trial at the next Chichester Quarter Sessions, 21st October next, for obtaining money by false pretences— JAMES BISHOP, alias BIDDLE, age 26, height 6 ft., complexion fresh, hair ( curly) dark brown, eyes brown. An engine- driver; generally works steam ploughs. Native of Forest Green, Surrey. Sup- posed previously convicted and wanted elsewhere. ( See Case No. 47, 29th May, 1896.) Information to Supt. Hooker, Steyning. PROPERTY STOLEK. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 72.— N Division.— Since 10th inst., by house- breaking— 1 gold Walthain lever hunter watch, white dial, steel hands, maker, " Eldridge " ; 1 gold brace- let, heavy cable pattern; 1 gold and silver ditto, plain double loop, connected by lover's knot; 1 silver ditto, with pencil- case attached ; 1 round gold brooch, raised centre, piece broken off; 2 Scotch pebble brooches; 1 lady's gold chain, heavy cable pattern, large plain cross attached ; 1 ditto, tine links, green enamelled shamrock locket, with pearl centre attached; 1 long auburn hair ditto, gold fittings; 1 gold scarf pin, set sapphire, surrounded with small diamonds; 1 pair round gold earrings, chased, pearl centre; 1 pair pearl ditto, large pearl, screw fasten- ing ; 1 gjld ring, set large turquoise, black enamel setting; 1 lady's ditto, set small turquoise; 1 lady's FRIDAY, JULY 30, 1897. T H E POLICE GAZETTE. 5 ditto, set 2 diamonds and 2 emeralds ( one missing) ; 1 mourning ring, black enamel, pearl centre; 1 pair gold solitaires, oblong half circles, raised bar on top, covered with cross bar, flowers chased on surface; 1 pair ditto, figure " 8 " pattern, platinum girdle round centre; 1 silver spirit flask, flat, made to fit side of pocket; set of Brussels lace, fronts and cuffs, heavy rose pattern. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BERKSHIRE. 73.— Maidenhead ( County).— 15th and 16th inst. — A silver American lever watch, " A. W. W." on dial, maker " Waltham, Mass." ; 1 gold hunter ditto, crest inside, " G. W." on the other, with motto " Cura atque industria"; 1 rather small gold lever watch, white dial, gold hands, maker " Kinder, Coventry " ; 1 lady's gold half- hunter, embossed, blue figures, maker " Col- lish, Cheapside"; 1 small silver watch, large black figures, yellow hands, maker, " Ernest Goode, 148, Oxford Street" ; 1 gold watch, 2 dents in case, gold albert, with gold pencil- case, attached. Information to Supt. Dorrell, Maidenhead. 74.— Wokingham ( County).— 26th inst., by house- breaking, at Hurst— 1 nickel silver watch and chain : 1 Crimea medal, " George Bartlett, 56 Foot, Inker- man, Balaclava, and Sebastopol," thereon. Information to Supt. Molsher, Wokingham. BUCKINGHAMSHIRE. 75.— High Wycombe ( County).— 17th inst., by burglary— 1 tea kettle ( chased), " Presented to Lady Catherine Beauclerk by the household servants at Bestwood" engraved thereon ; 1 tea- pot, Queen Anne pattern ; 4 salt cellars, each three legs ; 4 salt spoons; 4 apostle pattern dessert spoons; 1 cofi'ee spoon, twisted handle witli figure at end ; 1 salver, all silver; 1 spirit lamp stand ; 1 cigarette case, red morocco leather. Information to Supt. Manelly, High Wycombe. DERBYSHIRE. 76— Chesterfield ( Borough).— 18th inst., 1 silver lever watch, No. 70993, maker " Benson, Ludgate Hill, London," with silver curb albert attached, and a tin cash- box, 8 in. by 4 in., painted black, contain- ing £ 3. Information to Head Constable Emery, Chester field. DEVONSHIRE. 77. — Exeter ( City).— 7th inst., a " Minerva" bicycle, " Palmer" tyres, tangent spokes, 28- inch wheels, flat handle- bars ( straight), cork handles, rubber pedals, rifle clips fixed to frame, mudguard, back wheel marked " Minerva," " Wonder," lamp, spoon brake, dark brown saddle, " Minerva" on head tube, nickel- plated throughout— by A MAN, age 38 to 40, height 5 ft. 10 or 11 in., well built, com- plexion rather sallow, hair and moustache black ; dress, dark reddish- brown mixture suit, supposed glazed peak cap with band. Had the appearance of a seaman, is believed to be a foreigner. Information to Chief Constable Short, City Police, Exeter. HAMPSHIRE. 78.— Aldershot ( County).— 25tli inst., from a Military Telegraph Office— About £ 20 worth of Army telegraph stamps, two value 2s. 6d. each, the others ranging in value from eightpence to one halfpenny, all marked " Army Telegraph," and can only be used at Military^ Telegraph Offices. Information to Inspector Cottle, Aldershot. 79— Basingstoke ( County).— 21st inst, by house- breaking— A new " Starkey's Psycho " light roadster bicycle, " J. 38," No. 1/ 97, " Dunlop" pneumatic tyres, leather gear- case, " Henson's " patent pneumatic saddle, 22 in. frame, rubber pedals, mud- guard with " Manufacturers, T. M. Kingdom & Co., Basingstoke & Winchester thereon, " The Psycho " stamped on top of diamond frame, and " V." or " IX." scratched on front of plated pillar of handle- bar, pump, bell, lamp and tool- bag, containing several spanners and oil- can, etc., attached. Information to Inspector Hale, Basingstoke. SO.— Bournemouth ( County).— Between 8th and 1 2th inst., by housebreaking— A " Rover " light road- ster safety bicycle ( nearly new), No. 161 on bottom head lug, " The Rover, Rover Cycle Company, Coven try," on shield, on head, " Dunlop " pneumatic tyres, " Westwood" rims, " Humber" pattern frame, " Ra- tional" handle- bar, mudguards, brake, etc.; 1 gold knob off walking stick, with indistinct inscription thereon; 1 gold Aberdeen University medal, size of half- crown, with Latin inscription thereon; 1 silver Indian Mutiny medal, " Dr. William Pirrie, 1857." or similar inscription thereon ; 1 small plated salver, floral centre, " From M. and INI., 1887," thereon, sil- ver rims, stands on 3 claw feet; 1 plated butter- knife ; 1 gold brooch, filigree, with raised ball in centre, " E. G." on back; 1 ditto set Scotch pebbles, " Emily." on back; 1 large old- fashioned cameo brooch, set in gold; 1 large silver brooch; 1 small ditto; 2 small silver- plated cruets, triangular shape, salt, pepper, mustard, and spoons, complete; 2 pairs plated sugar- tongs; 1 long silver mustard spoon; 4 silver dessert forks, plain pattern ; 3 silver dessert spoons, plain pattern ; 4 small silver dessert forks, " P.." thereon ; 4 plated table- spoons, plain pattern, " P." on 2 of them; 1 plated gravy spoon, plain pat- tern, " P." thereon; 4 plated table forks, plain pat- tern ; 4 plated tea- spoons ; 6 small plated tea- spoons ; 6 plated egg spoons; 2 plated sauce ladles, plain pattern ; 1 old- fashioned plated toast- rack; 1 plated salt cellar, gilt lining, stands on 3 feet; 1 silver card case, " Houses of Parliament," thereon; 1 gentle- man's gold mourning ring, set stone; 1 square gilt frame carriage clock, white face; 1 silver knob taken from walking stick ; 1 plated teapot, coffee- pot, cream jug, and sugar basin, " M. P., 1887" thereon, fluted pattern, black handles; 1 large silk fire- screen, sub- ject, An old Scotch Bard, with harp, lady arid child offering grapes, lined with green silk, crimson fringe, cord and tassel; 1 small Indian tablecloth, worked with gold and silver thread; 1 lady's three- quarter- length sealskin jacket, 2 pockets inside; 1 beaver collarette; 1 sealskin muff; 1 shepherd's tartan shawl: 1 new white silk shawl; 1 new black ditto; 8 yards double- width black fancy cloth dress mate- rial ; 1 blaciv Melton cloth coat and vest, side pock- ets ; 3 pairs new trousers; 1 sealskin vest; 1 check vest; 1 set of ivory- handle razors, with days of week thereon, in case— Supposed by portico thieves. Information to Supt. Foster, Bournemouth. 81.— Portsmouth ( Borough).— 21st inst.— 1 gen tleman's gold English lever watch, silver dial, seconds hand, letter " R." stamped on inside of case, swivel nearly worn through, and has been repaired with a steel pin ; 1 gentleman's 18- carat gold curb pattern albert, brass ring instead of swivel, silver sovereign case, with " H. C. St. G. M." on one side, and " February 21st, 1892," on the other, attached; 1 lady's half hoop diamond ring, slightly graduated from the centre, supposed set 5 diamonds, claw setting; 1 lady's single stone diamond ring, 3 bars or fluted; 1 very old- fashioned embossed Italian gold ring, a secret poison chamber in ring, which can be seen from the inside, turned edges. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Portsmouth. KENT. 82.-— Dover ( Borough).— 7th inst., by house- breaking— 1 plain gold bracelet, solid and heavy; 1 wide engraved gold bracelet, date inside, " 19th Au- gust, 1885 " ; 1 flexible chain bracelet, with carbuncle pendant, surrounded by small snake, initials and date " E. B. L. F., 1853"; 1 silver bracelet, broad band, engraved; 1 ditto, with raised work; 1 pair long gold earrings; 1 pair short round ditto, with pearl in centre; 1 solid gold brooch, with black enamel and pearl centre; 1 large gold locket, with monogram " D. C. L. F." on one side, " 1865 " on the other, miniature and hair; 1 medium size gold locket, dated " 7th March, 1867 " 1 small ditto, containing hair; 1 emerald and diamond ring, in case; 1 gold and black enamel mourning ling; 1 pearl and hair ring; 1 French gold and enamel ring, open work, old; 1 Madeira gold zodiac ring; 1 pearl and turquoise ring ; 1 opal ring; 1 garnet ring ; 1 cameo shell brooch ; 1 flat hair bracelet, mounted gold heart shape locket and padlock ; 1 long gold chain, with small gold nugget attached; 1 sphinx head oxydised silver brooch; 1 pair of earrings to match; a lady's enamel and gold shirt studs, connected by enamel chain, white, green and black; 1 1887 Jubilee florin and shilling; various studs, buckles, etc.; 1 Rio beetle brooch, set in gold; 1 gold and hair hook for waistband; 1 gold and black enamel mourning brooch, with row of pearls. Information to Chief Constable Sanders, Dover. 83.— Tunbridge Wells ( Borough).— 5th inst., a lady's small 18 carat gold keyless geneva watch, No. 168406, gold dial, black hands, chased back—- by A MAN, who stated that his master had sent him to engage rooms, age about 25, height 5 ft. 5 in., stout build, complexion, hair and eyes very dark, spoke with foreign accent, and had the appearance of a Spaniard ; dress, blue suit, hard felt hat. Information to Chief Constable Prior, Tunbridge Wells\ LANCASHIRE. 81.— Leigh ( County).— 12th inst.— A silver lever watch, No. 9456, maker " J. F. Matthew, Chester," gold hands, " Joseph Lewis, Hapsford, Cheshire, ' en- graved on inner case, ste; l chain, with 2 brass keys attached. Information to Superintendent Higginbotham, Leigh. S5.— Lancaster ( Borough).— 21st inst.— 1 small- sized gentleman's silver geneva watch, No. 50,806, white dial, seconds hand, glass supposed chipped on edge; 2 ladies' 14- carat gold keyless watches, gold dials, engraved cases ( new), Nos. 420,434 and 117,866 ; 1 large sized silver English lever watch, full plate, No. 22840, fusee chain and barrel, maker's name, " John Wilson, 43, Scotch Street, Carlisle," on dial; 1 silver geneva watch, full size, ^- plate, top 3rd wheel pivot much worn. Information to Chief Constable Ward, Lancaster. 86.— Salford ( Borough).— 8th inst., by shop- breaking— 9 silver curb alberts, new; 1 lady's silver chain, twisted pattern; 1 gentleman's gold curb albert, 9- carat, weighs 1 oz. 2 dwts.; a lady's gold albert, three links twisted, minus swivel, pattern new, about 15 dwts.; 1 lady's silver geneva watch, No. 53,694; 1 gun- metal watch, No. 14,222; 1 gentle- man's 14- carat gold keyless hunting watch, No. 6,081; 18 gold wedding rings, 22- carat; 17 gold keeper rings, and 5 9- carat gold rings; C ladies' gold dress rings, various patterns; 1 silver necklet and locket, gold mounted; 1 9- carat gold ring, set with 4 garnets, marked " A/-." All articles marked with private mark taken from the word " Constabled." 87.— Salford ( Borough).— 10th inst., by house- breaking— 1 thin 9- carat gold bangle, fastens wi^ h horse- shoe, dinge near the middle, mended near ti f fastening; 1 plain gold bangle, fastens with a knob; 1 gentleman's 9- carat gold signet ring, plain pattern, set with brown sand stone; 1 gold breast- pin, head size of a sixpenny- piece, with 2 cross bars of gold, ruby at each end across the head; oval- shaped breast- pin, purple amethyst set in gold; 3 gold studs, imitation diamonds, claw settings; and 1 small gold stud, star on head. 11th inst., by burglary— 1 single- breasted brown tweed jacket, with 5 brown bone buttons, 2 pockets at side and ticket pocket, 1 on left breast lined with brown silecia lining, " Bramble, Broad Street, Pendle- ton," on tab, 1 single- breasted vest to match ; 1 black ribbed cloth jacket and vest, usual pockets, lined with black alpaca, black bone buttons, " Bramble, Broad Street, Pendleton," on tab, vest lined inside with red- and- white striped material; 1 pair of lace boots, size 8, toe- capped; 1 pair of lady's high- leg lace boots, worked on toes with silk to resemble toe- caps, size 5 ; 1 black ribbed cloth cap ; 1 white silk tie. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Salford. LINCOLNSHIRE. 88.— Grantham ( Borough).— 16th inst.— A pneu- matic safety bicycle, " Dunlop " tyres no brake, mud- guards or bag, wooden handles, rubber pedals, ' 97 pattern, " Rab, Rothchild's and Baker, Birmingham.'' on back stay, 28- in. wheels— By A MAN, age 26, height 5 ft. 2 in., complexion pale, hair dark brown, moustache, eyes grey; wearing dark grey mixture suit, dark cap. Usually employed by shooting gallery proprietors. A native of Grantham. Information to Chief Constable Jones, Grantham. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. 89.— Peterborough ( City).— 19th inst., at Cow- gate— A " Rowe " light roadster bicycle, 189G pattern, dropped handle- bar, enamelled chocolate, " Dunlop " tyres, solid rims, 2 dents on top tube, caused by a fall, " Rowe " on head and bottom tube. Information to Chief Constable Lawson, Peter- borough. SURREY. 90.— Chertsey ( County).— 28th inst., by burglafy at Egham— 8 table- spoons; 8 dessert- spoon1;. 8 tea- spoons; 4 egg- spoons; 1 pair sugar- tongs; 4 salt- spoons ; 1 soup- ladle; 1 fish slice; 6 large forks; 8 small ditto ; 2 sauce- ladles; 1 gravy- spoon; 1 butter- knife, all silver, " H. R," on handles— by A . MAN, age 30 to 40, height 5 ft, 7 or 8 in., small light moustache; dress, dark suit, black hard hat. Information to Supt, Hackman, Chertsey. 91.— Reigate ( Borough).— Between 25thand 26th inst.— 1 small bowl, chased, engraved " C. P. F."; 1 oblong tea caddy, chased, 6 to 8 in. long; 2 goblets; 1 sugar- spoon, about 5 in. long; 2 salt- cellar, 2 pepper- pot, and 2 mustard- pot cases ( all net- work pat- tern); 2 butter- dishes, shell shape; 1 pair sugar- tongs, 4 in. long; 1 flower bowl, net- work pattern ; 1 snuff box, 5 in. by 3 in., fluted; 2 Dutch patch boxes, small trunk shape, 1J in. high, with lids; 2 baskets, net- work pattern, handle over top; 3 needlecases ( 1 chased with Chinese figures. 1 fish shaped, 1 plain); 1 very large Dutch made peasant's watch and chain, large " figures; 1 pencil- case, engraved; 2 paper knife- handles, chased; 1 snuff box, 3i in. long by 1 in. high, enamelled gold and blue; I small vinaigrette, mother- o'- pearl and gold setting; 1 box, filigree, size of shilling;; 6 napkin rings ( 1 engraved " C. F."'; 1 " P. F." ; 1 " Y. L."; 1 " E. L." and 2 " 1889 "); 4 dessert- spoons, grape leaf pattern, all antique silver ; 6 T H E POLICE G A Z E T T E. FRIDAY, JULY 30, 1897. 1 gold and silver snuff box, 4 in. l;> n< r by 1 J in. high ; 1 brown leather brief bag, " C. M." in black letters on side; 1 sold Louis XVI. watch, intrusted with bits of coloured gold, " Paris" on fnde; 1 round silver snuff box, 2 in. diameter, gilt inside, with crest; 1 black overcoat, velvet collar, " Dolby " on tab ; 1 light dust- coat, " Mackullar, Parker and Co., Boston, U. S.," on tab, and inside breast pocket; 1 black silk um- brella, iron rod, with yellow wood handle. Information to Head Constable Metcalfe, Redhill. SUSSEX ( EAST). 92.— Hastings ( Borough).— Stli inst.— 1 lady's gold geneva watch, blue enamelled back, chased round edges, gold dial, hands and figures, No. 30653; I F'-.,.! link pattern chain, about 11 in. long, links about s in. long, spade guinea ( supposed George III.) at- tached; 1 pair of old- fashioned gold earrings, with long pear- shaped drops, set with small blue stones; 1 very fine gold chain bracelet, small plain links; 1 brooch, made from George IV. crown- piece; and 4 George IV. crown- pieces. Information to Chief Constable Baker, Hastings. 93.— Hove ( Touin).— 17th iust.— 1 lady's gold bangle bracelet, fastened with a gold pencil, attached by a safety chain, initials B. 0. B." in raised letters ; 1 lady's gold double- band ring, set ruby and 4 dia- monds ; 1 lady's gold ring, set large sapphire and 3 small diamonds each side ; 1 lady's double- heart rincr, " Bridgeman " and date engraved on outside; 1 lady's gold ring, set 2 moonstones, surrounded by diamonds, forming figure 3; 1 lady's gold ring, set small car- buncle ; 1 lady's gun- metal watch, initials " F. M. L." on back of case— Suspicion attached to A MAN, age about 25, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., clean- shaved; spoke with a foreign accent; dress, black- and- white striped suit, white straw hat with black band. 12th inst.— A diamond frame pneumatic safetv bicycle, 1896 pattern, 28 in. wheels, tangent spokes, " John A. Beard, Birmingham," on transfer, " C. G. Goddard, West Brighton," stamped inside cranks, no mud- guard, brake or lamp, handles turn up, with broad cork tips— By a youth, who gave the name of HORNE, age 17 or 13, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., slight build, long neck, complexion pale; wearing dark serge suit, and cap to match. Information to Major Teevan, Chief Constable, Hove. SUSSEX ( WEST). £ 50 REWARD. 94.— Horsham { County).— 21th insr.— 1 half hoop bracelet, set with brilliants; 1 ditto, set with tur- quoise and 8 brilliants; 1 gold bracelet, curb chain pattern, set with single turquoise, surrounded with brilliants; 1 ditto, set with 1 long sapphire, sur- rounded with brilliants; 1 diamond horse- shoe brooch; 1 diamond spray brooch, 3 in. long; 1 gold cable pattern neck- chain, with a pendant, set with brilliants; 1 ;; old horse- shoe pin, set with brilliants; 1 gold bar- brooch, 1 pearl each end, 8 flies in centre, set with opal and brilliants; 1 massive 18- carat gold curl) pattern chain, large swivel at each end, 100- franc Napoleon attached. The above reward will be paid by Mr. C. H. Nichol- son, Grosvenor House, Maidenhead, Berks, to any person giving such information as will lead to the apprehension and conviction of the thief or thieves and recovery of the property. Information to Supt Byrne, Horsham. WORCESTERSHIRE. • 95.— King's Heath ( County).— Between 16th and 21st iust., a fancy French gilt drawing- room timepiece, blue enamel face, urn on top. Information to Supt. Wasley, King's Heath. 255 on bottom head ! ug, " Dunlop- Welch " tyres, 30 and 28 in., '* Carter's" gear- case, with right- hand crank very close to it, felt and ivory handles ( 1 chafed through the felt), locking head, brake, mud- guard, and nickel- plated shield on head, enamel on gear- case scratched. Information to Capt. Gurney, Chief Constable, Hull. YORKSHIRE ( WEST RIDING). 97.— Leeds ( City).— 20th inst.— A gold keyless chronograph watch, No. 57767, gold hands, plain case, monogram " C. B." on outer case, a very massive 15- carat gold curb pattern chain, supposed stamped every link, with a gold pencil case, engraved, initials " C. B." intermixed with engraving, and a gold seal, guinea- piece shown one side, stone set in the other, contains hair, and opens similar to a locket, attached. Information to Chief Constable Webb, Leeds PROPERTY RECOVERED. GLAMORGANSHIRE. 98.— Cardiff ( Borough).— Bicycle and blank cheque book. Case No. 71, 16th inst. SOMERSETSHIRE. 99.— Bath ( City).— Property, Case No. 82, 23rd inst., and woman arrested. PROPERTY FOUND. CHESHIRE. 100.— Runcorn ( County) — Left at a public- house, 13th inst., a 56 in. o'd- fashioned bicycle, all bright, tangent spokes ( 2 broken), wooden handles, solid tyres, and old leather saddle, worn, and cut at side, patch at back, rivetted with copper rivets, ball- bearing pedals, by A MAN, age about 30, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., hair and moustache sandy. Appear- ance of a labourer. Information to Supt. Okell, Runcorn. LINCOLNSHIRE. 101.— Grantham ( Borough,).— A silver- plated dessert spoon and fork, initials " H. F. S' engraved on handles, in a leather case lined with red satin ( sup- posed stolen). Offered in pledge by a man, age 20, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., slight build, complexion swarthy; dress, dark coat and vest, brown cord troupers, and cap. Stated he came from Nottingham on 20th inst., and that he resided at Dry Doddington. Information to Chief Constable Jones, Grantham. ANIMALS, & c., RECOVERED. LATEST IN FORMATION- YORKSHIRE ( EAST RIDING). 96.— Huil ( City).— 17th inst.— A pneumatic safety bicycle, " Iris ' transfer on head, about 3 seasons old, black enamelled and gold strung " Westwood" hollow rims, 28 in. back and 30 in. front wheels, l: Dunlop" 1894 plain tyres, non- slipping on hind wheel, which is in bad condition, direct spokes front, and tangent spokes hind wheel, round cranks, rubber pedals, or- dinary block chain, front fork knocked back, straight handle- bar, cork liandles, minus brake and mud- guard — By A MAN, age about 20, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in.; dress, black suit, light cap. 11th inst.— 1 lady's silver geneva watch, No. 87735, silver dial, gold figures, silver al. bert, with cross, heart, and tassel, attached. 20th inst.— 1 silver English lever watch, No. 1090. 15th inst.— 1 gentleman's gold albert, long link pattern, with small link inside, spade ace guinea at- tached. During the list 3 weeks.— 1 lady's silver geneva watch. No. 68679. 24th inst.— A " Rover" licrht roadster bicycle, No. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT." 102.— H Division.— Mare, Case No. 68, 2nd inst. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. KENT. 111.— Margate ( Borough).— For stealing £ 47—• GEORGE PEBMAN, ajre 35 ( looks 25), height 5 ft. 0 in., slight build, thin face, hair and moustache dark auburn; dress, dark suit, white straw hat, with black and white stripes. • Has been employed as hotel man- ager. May endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Farndale, Margate. PROPERTY STOLEN. KENT. 112. — Margate ( Borough).— 17th inst., a safety bicycle, " Humber Road Bacer," 24 in. frame, Diralop Welsh non- slipping tyres, Edie" braise, rat- trnp pedals, no mud guards, " Humber transfer " on head, enamelled black, usual parts plated, N. 35979 an bottom bracket, " Brook's " saddle, size No. B 10, by A MAN, age about 30, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., rather thick build, hair and moustache dark, wearing shabby dark blue uniform, with red braid. Information to Chief Constable Farndale, Margate. MISCELLANEOUS. APPREHENSIONS. 103.— Metropolitan Police District, N. Divi- sion— WILLIAM COOK, Case No. 2, 18th ult. 104.— Cambridgeshire, Cambridge ( Borough). HENRY HARRISON, alias F. A. DENNISON, and LITTLEDYKE, Case No. 17, 14th May last. 105.— Glamorganshire, Cardiff ( Borough).— THOMAS GENT, Case No. 19, 19th February last. 106.— Hampshire, Winchester ( City).— JOHN HILL, Case No. 91, 9th inst., and GEORGE SAWYER, Case No. 21, 23rd inst., and bicycle recovered. 107.- Kent, Ashford ( County). — SIDNEY LONG, Case 19, 9 th inst. 108.— Lancashire, Chorley ( County).— MAN, Case No. 32, 23rd inst. 109.— Lancashire, Bootle ( Borough). — JOHN alias CRACK McDONALD, Case No. 46, 18th ult. 110.— Yorkshire ( West Riding), Doncaster ( Borough).— JOHN HENRY FOSTER, Case No, 108, 23rd inst. MILITARY. 113.— Deserted from the Wiltshire BegiiiMMit,. Portsmouth, on 30th ult.— PRIVATE CHARLES FLETCHEB, Regimental No. 4697, age 21 J, height 5 ft. 4^ in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes brown. A barman. Enlisted 3rd March, 1897, at Devizes. Born at Melksham, Wiltshire. On 1st inst. — PRI- VATE JAMES HARE, Regimental No. 4531, age 19, heicrht 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes grey, pierced heart tattooed right forearm, line' nd tiger left forearm, scar back of head, on left elbow and buttocks, mofes on back, left buttock, •"•> ik^ right collar- bone, belly and near right sfioulder. A labourer. Enlisted 4th September, 189( 5, at London. Born at Salford, Lancashire. On 5th inst.— PRI- VATE JOHN WILLIAMS, Regimental No. 45 IS1, height 5 ft. 7^ in., complexion sallow, hair light, pyes blue, scar both hands, tattooed inside left leg, on bit- forearm, wrist and head. A packer. Enlisted S7th July, 1896, at Hotartslow. Born at Chatham, Kent. APPREHENSIONS. 114.— Metropolitan Police District, G Divi- sion.— RICHARD PORTER, Case No. 99, 16th April last, and remanded till 4th prox. 115.— Norfolk, Holt ( County).— Licence holder ARMINE ROBERT MOUNTAIN, Office No. 43,919, Case No. 40, 23rd inet. 116.— Shropshire, Wellington ( County).— HENRY BAKER and WILLIAM CLEMENT PRICE, Case No. 62, 16th inst. FRIDAY, JULY 30, 1897. THE POLICE GAZETTE. 7 MISSING. ^ RTHUR PRIESTLAND, of Ramsey, Isle of Man, age 40, height about 5 ft. 10 in., dark sandy hair, beard, whiskers, and moustache, heavy build, slightly lame; dress, bluish- grey summer overcoat, black serge morning coat, fancy vest, with red spots, lined with red flannel, blue cotton shirt, white collar, black silk tie, with horseshoe pin, gold sleeve links, A. P. on each ; wore ring with cat's- eyes and 2 small diamonds; lady's hunter watch; had a small brown bag. Last seen on Friday, June 18th, in London, whence he is supposed to have gone to Dublin, via Holyhead, on that day. 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Willing's Selected Theatrical Programme Drury Lane Theatre — Closed. Covent Garden Theatre- Closed. / Princess's Theatre- Closed. Gaiety Theatre— At 8, " The Circus Girl." Vaudeville Theatre— At 9, " A Night Out." At 8.15, " Round a Tree." Prince of Wales's Theatre— At 8.15, " La Poup^ e." Daly's Theatre— At 8.15, " The Geisha." Savoy Theatre— At 8.20, " The Yeomen of the Guard." Garrick Theatre— At 9, " My Friend, the Prince." At 8.15, " The Lady Lawyer.",; Grand Theatre— At 7.30, " The Derby Winner." Surrey Theatre— At 7.45, " Under Remand." Britannia Theatre— At 7, " Greed of Gold." Borough Theatre and Opera House, Stratford— At 7.30, " A Life of Pleasure." Theatre Metropole— Next week, " Lord Tom Noddy." Lyric Opera House— At 7.30, " The Private Secretary." West London Theatre— At 7.30, " Wep- ton no- Mah." Alhambra Theatre of Varieties— Open 7.30, Grand Ballet and Grand Variety Entertainment. Empire— Every Evening at 7.45, Grand Ballet and Grand Varieties. 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