THE! POLICE GAZETTE PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, APRIL 22, 1898. REGULATIONS VOL. XV., No. 1494 1. All aniunmoements for insertion in the POLICE GAZETTE, and all communications relating to 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 enable action to be taken upon them by another force. 3 Particulars as to stolen property will be likewise inserted in one issue, if sufficient to enable the article in question to be thereby identified, i. 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 must be clearly stated. 6. Portraits of persons whose apprehension is sought for serious offences, and engravings of stolen property will he inserted at a cost of 15s. per portrait, and of Is. 6d. per photo- qraph or sketch of a stolen article. 6. Every announcement, if for the apprehension of a person, must he guaranteed by the signature of an officer of not less rank than Superintendent; and, if the name of such person is required to be inserted and no warrant is in force against h im, the requisition must be signed by the chief officer of police, or his immediate deputy, of the county, city, or borough, as the case may be. 9. 10. 7. Announcements concerning stolen property must be guaranteed by an officer of not less rank than Inspector, or a/ uilogous thereto. 8. AiuuiuiicemeiUs of all persons to be apprehended or of stolen property bear a number, and, as fur as practicable, they are alphabetically arranged by counties. The force which causes particulars concerning delinquentsor stolenproperty to be inserted in the POLICE GAZETTE, must, on their apprehension or recovery, at once transmit to the Editor notice of the fact, referring to the number of the announcement, for insertion in the next issue. In all cases the officer signing the request for the insertion of any amumncement will be wholly responsible for any proceedings which may result from such publication. 11. Announcements for the Friday issue should be forwarded so us to be received not later than iwon on Wednesday, and for the Tuesday edition not later than Saturday morning. The;/ must be clearly written on one side of the paper only ; they must 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 Postal Order or In/ Post Office Order payable at Parliament Street Post Office. 13. Announcements concerning property lost or persons missing can only be accepted on payment, and the charges for the insertion of the same will be given on application. 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 first page. ( b) Apprehensions Sought. ( 1). Metropolitan Police District. ( 2). Counties. ( 3). Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged, as far as practicable, in alphabetical order. ( c) Persons in Custody. ( 1). Metropolitan Police District. ( 2). Counties. ( 3). Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged in alphabetical order. ( d) Property Stolen. ( 1). Metropolitan Police District. ( 2). Counties. ( 3). Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged in 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. The following is a copy of the order which governs the circulation, by the Metropolitan Police, of adver- tisements, or reward bills, for the discovery of property or the detection 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 regulations 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 name and address of the person by whom it will be paid. ( d) That the name and address of the printer appear thereon. ( 32 and 33 Vic., cap. 24, sec. 2.) 2. No expression must be used in such an adver- tisement, 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 being brought to trial, or without enquiry. Attention is specially directed to clause ( d), par. 1, as Police Notices are constantly being received by the Metropolitan Police without the printer's name and address, and they are consequently not distributed. NOTE.— There are. 181 Stations of the Metropolitan Police Force at which Notices can be posted. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 1.— G Division.— For stealing, 17th inst., a strawberry roan rough- coated Welsh horse pony, 6 years, 14 hands, scar between shoulders, small white patch on forehead, near hind hoof and fetlock white, ragged mane, in good condition— A MAN, age 20, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., complexion fair ; wearing dark vest, brown trousers, black hard hat. 2.— W Division. — For embezzlement, 31st January last— FRANK CHANDLER, age 32, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fair, hair and slight moustache light, lame in one leg caused by a diseased hip; supposed wearing dark clothing and soft cap. A milk carrier ; native of Farnham, Hants. Warrant issued. 3.— W Division.— For stealing, 4th inst, £ 27 and a cheque for 12s.— JOHN J AC FABRI, an Austrian, age 20, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fair, hair ( curly) auburn, clean shaved ; dress, blue serge jacket and vest, dark grey striped trousers, blue serge cap. A hair- dresser's assistant. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. CITY OF LONDON. 4.— For stealing £ 103 2s. — FREDERICK A. STONIER, age 40, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., com- plexion dark, high cheek bones, hair, moustache and beard dark brown, eyes sunken, walks erect; dress, dark brown overcoat, velvet collar, rough black jacket, dark trousers, black felt hat. A solicitor's clerk. Native of Birmingham. Had in his posses- sion when absconded, 2nd inst., 18 £ 5 Bank of England notes, Nos. 18409 to 26. Warrant issued. 5.— For obtaining money by false pretences — HAROLD PATRICK TRUEFIT, age 30 ( looks younger), height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., slight build, com- plexion pale, long thin face, hair brown, clean shaved, wearing dark blue sackback overcoat, hard felt hat, of horsey appearance. Has used the name of Bond. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. McWilliam, 26, Old Jewry, E. C. BEDFORDSHIRE. 6.— Bedford ( Borough). — For burglary, 6th inst., and stealing 1 pair new lace boots, size 8, " Registered 87,002" on straps, " Knight of the Garter " inside tops, straight cut toe- caps, and other property ( recovered) ( see Case No. 6, 15th inst)— a man, giving the names of BELL and JAMES NEWTON, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., slight build, upright, complexion fresh, rather long features, slight moustache light, left middle finger deficient; dress, greenish plaid coat ( sleeves too short) light trousers, grey mixture cap. Stated he had serv ed in the 3rd Hussars and had been shot through the hand. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Thody, Bedford. BERKSHIRE. 7.— Newbury ( County). — For attempting to obtain money by a forged letter— JOHN BURK, age about 60, height 5 ft. 10 in., hair and slight whiskers grey, eyes grey or light blue ; dress, shabby black overcoat, black or grey trousers, black felt hat, carries a small black bag. He calls on Roman Catholic priests. May be found at common lodging houses. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Robotham, Newbury. 8.— Wokingham ( County).— For obtaining 10s. by false pretences MARTIN, age 26 to 28, height about 5 ft. 8 in., complexion ( supposed) dark, hair and moustache dark ; wearing a long dark over- coat. He obtained the above by stating he was collecting money for the widow of a fireman who was injured in January last and had since died. Supposed identical with case No. 39, 8th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Molsher, Wokingham. 9.— Reading ( Borough). — For stealing, 31st ult., 1 old- fashioned silver lever watch, 1 silver chain ( recovered) and 2 gold signet rings— PATRICK LAWLESS, an Irishman, age 22, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion fair, clean shaved, hair fair, cast in one eye; dress, dark coat and vest, light trousers, black hard felt hat, stand- up collar, blue tie with white spots. Information to Captain Henderson, Chief Con- stable, Reading. BUCKINGHAMSHIRE. 10.— Fenny Stratford ( County).— For larceny — HENRY ROADS, age 29, height 5 ft. 4 in., com- plexion fresh, hair and heavy moustache brown, eyes grey; dress, dark jacket, corduroy breeches, brown leather leggings, light cap. A butcher ; native of Winslow. May bo employed as a drover. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Lait, Fenny Stratford. 11— Chepping Wycombe ( Borough).— For assaulting his wife and child— RALPH LUNNON, age 25, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., slight build, com- plexion pale, hair, slight moustache and eyes dark, upper front teeth deficient, scrofula mark right side of neck ; dress, black jacket and vest, light tweed trousers, light peak cap, coloured neckerchief, lace boots. A chairmaker. Warrant issued. Information to Head Constable Sparling, High Wycombe. 2 THE POLICE GAZETTE. TUESDAY, APIRL 12, 1898. CAMBRIDGESHIRE. 12.— Cambridge ( Borough).— For stealing, 2nd ult., a costermonger's barrow ( recovered)— W. SIMP- SON, age 28 to 80, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion and hair dark, clean shaved, very high forehead ; dress, black coat and vest, dark trousers, dark grey cap, wears a painter's apron and states he is a painter and glazier. May be found at markets selling car- digan jackets, sham jewellery, & c., but usually tramps from town to town glazing and cleaning windows; carries a glass frame. Has in his possession a rubber stamp with " XV. Simpson, Contractor, Painter and Glazier, Lowestoft," thereon. Warrant issued. 18.— Cambridge ( Boroiujli).— For wilful and corrupt perjury, 17th January last— DENIS LEARY, alias RENNARD, age 28 to 80, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion fair, slight moustache light; dress, shabby grey suit and cap. A hawker of plants, & c.; native of Notting Hill, London. Frequents common lodging houses. Is accompanied by a woman whom he represents as his wife, age 28 or 30, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., complexion dark, hair black; dress, black dress and black hat trimmed with large black feather, white apron and grey shawl; 2 girls ages 12 and 6, and a boy age about 17 months. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Holland, Cam- bridge. CHESHIRE. 14.— Oakmere ( County). — For stealing, 8th inst., at Frodsham, a " Juno " Roadster bicycle, 1897 pattern, ordinary round handle bars plated, cork handles, Dunlop Welsh tyres, tangent spokes, plated about 2 inches from hub, rubber pedals, cranks sprained, hammer marks on right crank, chain wheel ( 19 teeth) loose, dent in fork over maker's name, enamel partly scratched oft cross bar, " Juno " lamp and old rusty bell attached— A MAN, age 23 or 24, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fresh, hair and slight moustache dark brown ; dress, brown mixture tweed jacket and trousers, low hard felt hat. Information to Supt. Johnson, Oakmere. dark, has very long legs, and leans forward when walking; dress, blue serge coat and vest, brown tweed trousers, lace boots, black hard felt hat. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Harrison, Stroud. HADDINGTONSHIRE. £ 1 REWARD. 19.— Haddington ( L'otinty).— For deserting his children— JOHN McKAY, age about 40, height 5 ft. 8 in., hair light brown, moustache light, eyes grey, long face; dress, blue pilot jacket, brown moleskin trousers, brown cap, red and white stripe shirt, heavy lace boots. A labourer or foreman navvy. The above reward will be paid by Mr. Robert Masterton, Inspector of Poor, Dunbar, for such in- formation as will lead to the arrest of McKay. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Mann, Haddington. HAMPSHIRE. 20.— Basingstoke ( County). — For embezzle- ment— HENRY COOPER, age about 50, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., hair ( thin on top) dark brown, beard and moustache dark ( turning grey), prominent fore- head, walks with swinging gait; dress, when last seen, dark morning coat and vest, light trousers, black hard felt hat, low shoes. A grocer's clerk. Warrant issued. Information to Inspector Hale, Basingstoke. HERTFORDSHIRE. 21.— St. Albans ( City).— For stealing, 5th inst., a lady's small silver Geneva watch, No. 0985, and silver albert— ROBERT ALLISON or HARRISON, age about 18, height about 5 ft. 6 in., complexion, hair and eyes dark, full face, snub nose, rather thick lips; dress, dark clothes, fur cap. A native of Man- chester. Information to Head Constable Blatch, St. Albans. DENBIGHSHIRE. 15.— Wrexham ( Coun ty).— For stealing, between 15th and 23rd ult., a quantity of brass fittings ( recovered)— MEREDITH JONES, age about 40, height 5 ft. 7 in., red blotched face, hair and moustache dark brown; dress, old drab dustcoat, repaired at back, grey tweed trousers, muffler, navy blue broad brimmed cap with peak and brass ornament in front. Has the appearance of a fitter, and carries a bass containing tools. A native of Pentre- Braughton, near Wrexham. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Jones, Wrexham. DERBYSHIRE. 16.— Glossop ( Borough).— For embezzlement, 9th inst.— JOHN WILLIAM ROWE, age 18, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes brown, mark near throat, large mouth ; dress, black reefer acket, sleeves too long and turned in, black vest, grey trousers, blue cap, red and blue silk necker- chief, clogs. Recently in the employ of an ice cream vendor. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Hodgson, Glossop. ISLE OF WIGHT. 22.— Newport ( County).— For an indecent as- sault, 28rd ult., at New Church— FREDERICK CHAMBERS, age 24, height 5 ft. 2 in., stout build, complexion fair, hair light brown, eyes light blue; dress, blue serge jacket and vest, light trousers, skull cap. A labourer ; native of Shanklin. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hale, Newport. KENT. 23.— Sandgate ( County). — For embezzlement and stealing a bicycle— JOHN WINTERS, age 25, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, clein shaved, eyes grey, dancing girl and woman's head on lorearms; dress, light grey suit, white tie, stand- up collar, brown Alpine hat. A native of Kisleen, Killen, Castlederg, Tyrone. Is believed to be in Scotland canvassing for a photo- grapher. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Waghorn, Sandgate. 24.— Folkestone ( Borough).— For embezzling £ 8 13s. Od.— WILLIAM DENNY, age about 30, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion pale, hair and mous- tache black, heavy eyebrows. A meat purveyor's manager. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Taylor, Folkestone. 26.— Leigh ( County). — For larceny — MARY ANN STOCKTON, alias MULLEN, age 17, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh, hair ( hanging down and tied with red ribbon) dark brown, eyes brown ; dress, black jacket, short blue skirt', black felt hat trimmed black feathers. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Higginbotham, Leigh. 27.— Blackpool ( Borough).— For stealing, be- tween 3rd and 16th inst., a gold bangle, link pattern, with small plain padlock attached— ELIZABETH CLARKE, age about 25, height about 5 ft. 7 in., complexion sallow, full face, prominent lips, hair dark, eyes brown; dress, black dress, brown cape, black hat trimmed violets and green tulle. A do- mestic servant. Information to Chief Constable Derham, Black- pool. LEICESTERSHIRE. 28.— South Wigston ( County).— For stealing a horse ( recovered)— WALTER YATES, age 25 to 30, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion fresh, pock marked and freckled face, hair brown ; dress, grey jacket and vest ( too large for him), brown cord trousers, red scarf with white spots, dark cloth cap. A drover ; supposed a native of Birmingham. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Ormiston, South Wigston. MONMOUTHSHIRE. 29.— Newport ( Borough).— For obtaining, 5th inst., by false pretences, an 18 carat gold albert chain, open link pattern, and a gold seal pendant, long pattern, with yellow topaz stone— CHARLES GODWIN, age about 25, height 5 ft. 9 in., com- plexion fresh, hair and moustache dark; wearing a long grey overcoat ( tight fitting) with black velvet collar, black hard felt hat. Stated he was a wine merchant's traveller. He called at a jeweller's, selected the chain and seal and gave a worthless cheque for £ 8 18s. 6d. on the Hammersmith Branch of the London and County Bank in payment. May be wanted for similar offences elsewhere. Warrant issued. Information to Head Constable Sinclair, Newport. NORFOLK. 30.— Acle ( County).— For attempting to obtain charitable contributions by fraud— GARRA- WAY, age about 85, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache light; dress, long black overcoat, dark trousers, soft felt hat, wearing a signet ring on right hand. Appearance of a Dissenting minister. He calls upon clergymen, & c., and pro- duces a paper, purporting to be a brief, stating he is collecting money for a widow in indigent circum- stances, with a view of starting her in a laundry business. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Lowe, Acle. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. 31.— Northampton ( Borough).— For obtaining by a worthless cheque, a light brown kit bag, about 20 inches long, 10 inches wide and 9 inches deep, and £ 4 14s. 8d.— D. DONALDSON, age about 27, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., rather slight build, complexion and moustache dark; well dressed, of good appearance and address. Was formerly in the employ of a London firm of stationers, and is now believed to be travelling with stationery. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Mardlin, Northamp- ton. NORTHUMBERLAND. 32.— Hexham ( County).— For stealing, 5th ult., a pony ( recovered)— JOSEPH LAWSON, age about 30, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion pale, small features, hair and slight moustache brown, slight cast in eyes; dress, blue jacket and vest, blue and black striped trousers, blue and white spotted necker- chief, light cap. A stableman or helper; native of Penrith, Carlisle. Warrant issued. Information to Captain Terry, Chief Constable, Morpeth, or Supt. Robertson, Hexham. ESSEX. 17. — Saffron Walden ( County).— For stealing from his lodgings a silver watch chain with key and seal, a rough black jacket, usual pockets, and £ 1 2s. 6d.— FREDERICK SKINGLE, age 26, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., slight build, complexion fresh, hair dark, thin light moustache, wearing dark clothes, blue neckerchief, hard felt hat. Has served in the army. A native of Little Canfield, Essex. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Pryke, Saffron Walden. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 18— Stroud ( County).— For rape— ERNEST FIFIELD, age 19 or 20, height 5 ft. 10 in., com- plexion fresh, clean shaved, hair dark brown, eyes LANCASHIRE. 25.— Chorley ( County).— For stealing, 12thinst., 4 shirts, 1 umbrella, 1 silk square, 1 rug, 1 table cloth, 1 skirt, 4 pairs socks, 2 pairs braces, all new— HARRY REID, age 24 or 25, height 5 ft., com- plexion sallow, hair light brown, sore eyes, end o nose red, very small feet; dress, when last seen, grey mixture jacket suit, long drab Newmarket overcoat, black billycock hat. A horse dealer. He takes pri- vate lodgings and hires stables at a public house, and advertises harness, & c., for sale ; he then orders goods to be sent to his lodgings and on receiving same absconds. He frequently produces a post- dated cheque, stating that he has just sold a horse and will pay for the goods the following morning. Is believed to belong to a gang who are engaged in similar prac- tices. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Norris, Chorley. FRIDAY, APRIL < S, 1898. THE POLICE GAZETTE. . I PORTRAITS OF PERSONS WANTED. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 83.— P Division.— Woodcut portrait and de- scription of FRANK MATTHEWS, a bank clerk, whose apprehension is sought for embezzling £ 191 10s. on the 14th inst. ; age 36, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fresh, hair ( inclined to curl) brown, heavy moustache light, eyes blue, rather pug nose; dress, when last seen, dark mackintosh coat with cape, black morning coat and vest, dark trousers, black hard felt hat, usually wears stand- up collar and bow tie. Has served in the 6th Dragoons ; a native of Salisbury, Wilts. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. DEVONSHIRE. 34.— Tiverton ( Borough).— Portrait and descrip- tion of WILLIAM BARKER, whose apprehension is sought for obtaining, 4th inst., coins ( list below) to the value of £ 106 9s., by means of a worthless cheque, No. 97510, on the National Provincial Bank of England, Redland Branch, Bristol; age 36, height 5 ft. in., complexion pale, hair dark brown, eyes brown; scar base of left thumb, left eyebrow and nose; dress, when last seen, light dust coat, dark suit, black bowler hat; carried a brown brief bag, monogram thereon in " black AW/ PE. Supposed wanted at York ( see Case 35, 4th ult.), has been con- victed in the following aliases WILLIAM BEVOIR, BIRK, DUVAL, BELLWOOD, BROWN and BELVEAR. Description of property: about 350 James I. and Charles I. shillings; 71 Elizabeth shillings, 50 ditto and James I. sixpences ; 1 Charles II. crown ; 2 George III. and IV. crowns ; 1 George III. three- shilling piece, 1 ditto crown; 1 Common- wealth crown, has been gilded; 1 James I. half sove- reign ; one Elizabeth half sovereign ; 1 Queen Anne shilling ; 2 Henry VI, shillings, two ditto sixpences ; 1 spade guinea; 1 Jubilee half sovereign ; 1 copper twopenny piece 1797; 1 Queen Anne farthing; 1 William and Mary farthing ; 91 Charles I. sixpences; 24 Charles I. halfcrowns; 3 George II. crowns, first roses at back, second roses and plume of feathers at back, third Lama under head; 1 George I. crown ; 2Charles I. half sovereigns ( small head and large head) ; 1 Edward IV. noble, Bristol mint; 4 or 5 Henry VII. angels, first and second coinage ; several silver pennies of Stephen, Edward I., II and III., Henry I. and II., 3 David of Scotland ditto; 1 Henry VI. of France groat; 1 old French half ditto; several George I., II. and III. shillings and sixpences; 3 graceless florins ( two- shilling piece); 1 Jubilee shilling, 1 ditto sixpence, mounted ; 1 Charles I. new ark shilling, diamond shape on the reverse side, engraved in upper angle HR, in lower angle CC; another same shape Pontefract; Gothic crown, this has a bruise on front side; 1 gold coin American half eagle; 1 gold dollar; 1 George III. seven- shilling piece with figure of Mercury in centre of head. Warrant issued. Information to Head Constable Crabb, Tiverton. NOTTINGHAMSHIRE. 35.— Newark ( Borough).— For embezzlement— ARTHUR WOOD, age 36, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., stout build, complexion fresh, hair and moustache dark brown ; dress, light mixture suit, fawn colour dust coat, bowler hat, stand- up collar, supposed brown boots ; was wearing a new silver lever watch, No. 229796. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Challen, Newark, SHROPSHIRE. 36.— Oswestry '( County).— For embezzlement, 7th inst.— JOHN DA VIES, age 32, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion sallow, hair and moustache dark ; dress, black worsted suit, dark brown overcoat, stand- up collar, white tie, dark grey cap, strong lace boots. A carter. Has been employed at a mineral water factory. Warrant issued. 37.— Oswestry ( County).— For embezzlement, 23rd ult.— THOMAS JONES, age 28 to 30, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache light brown, shuffling gait and turns his toes in- wards ; dress, brown tweed suit, blue mackintosh, light brown cap. A gardener, native of Pant, Llanyinynech, Shropshire. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Lewis, Oswestry. SOMERSETSHIRE. 38.— Wiveliscombe ( County).— For stealing, 4th inst., a cheque book on Messrs. Cox & Co.' s Bank, London, containing cheques Nos. 062935 to 062950 inclusive, also for forging two cheques, one for £ 8, thereby obtaining a silver English lever watch, No. 86245— GEORGE WARD, alias MAR- TIN, age about 24, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fair, hair brown, slight light moustache, eyes ( sup- posed) brown, sty on right eyelid, left foot slightly deformed and turns outwards ; dress, black jacket and vest, cord breeches or trousers, white collar and front, light cap, black leather leggings, heavy lace boots. Was invalided from the Royal Horse Artillery about 2 years ago. Has been employed as a gardener; native of Eccles, Kent. May endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Richardson, Wiveliscombe. 39. — Bridgwater ( Borough). — For causing grievous bodily harm, 31st ult.— FREDERICK WILLIAM SHORT, age about 35, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion ( hair and moustache) dark, scar left leg; dress, dark double- breasted coat, dark trousers, black or blue peak cap. Stated he was an army pensioner. Plays a tin whistle in the streets. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Barnett, Bridg- water. STAFFORDSHIRE. 40.— Burslem ( Comity).— For fraud, on 1st January last— HERBERT STANNARD, age 35, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache brown, eyes grey; dress, dark cloth suit, black hard hat, all much worn. Has been employed as a traveller and commission agent. Native of Leek. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Supt. Hill, Burslem. SUSSEX ( EAST). 41.— Brighton ( Borough).— For embezzlement — BOBERT MILLS GODDEN, age 46, height 6 ft. 1 in., complexion fair, hair dark brown, eyes blue, 2 upper front teeth missing, prominent nose, large ears, carries his head forward ; dress, dark blue suit, black hard felt hat. Had in his possession a brown cap, 1 black overcoat with velvet collar and an old diagonal ditto. A carrier's manager; native of Hastings. Absconded 15th ult. Photograph can be seen on application. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Carter, Brighton. 42.- Eastbourne ( Borough). — For stealing, 5th inst. — a youth's safety bicycle, enamelled dark green, 26 in. wheels, Fleetwood tyre on front, new corrugated cover on back wheel, right hand back chain stay has been cut by crank, slightly raised handle bars, rubber handles, Perry's fittings, rat- trap pedals, tangent spokes, light brown saddle, " New Departure" bell, no brake, mudguard or footrest— a man, giving the name of WILLS, age about 30, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., slight build, complexion fair, full face, hair and rather heavy moustache light brown ; dress, black diagonal morning coat and vest, dark trousers, black hard felt hat, lace boots. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Plumb, Eastbourne. 13-— Hastings ( Borough).— For deserting his wife and family, leaving them chargeable to the Hastings Union— FREDERICK FEIST, age 35 or 36, height about 5 ft. 9 in., stout build, complexion fresh, full face, hair dark brown, eyes grey. A fly driver ; native of Hastings. Warrant issued. 44.— Hastings ( Borough). — For embezzling £ 6 6s. 8d.— GEORGE MEDHURST, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion dark, hair, beard, whiskers, and moustache ( rather lighter than beard) brown, eyes blue ; dress, short dark jacket and vest, dark cord trousers, tweed peak cap. A labourer. May be found at markets or fairs. Warrant issued. 45.— Hastings ( Borough).— For stealing, 12th inst., an " Armstrong " bicycle, by Armstrong & Co., Newcastle, 20- in. front wheel, 28- in. back, " Dunlop " tyres, straight handle bars, rubber pedals, enamelled black, cranks and pedals of a different pattern— JOHN HOLM AN ( supposed false), age 19 or 20, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion dark, thin features; dress, short dark jacket, light knickers, dark cloth peak cap. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Hastings. 46.— Hove ( Toun). — For larceny — JOHN MARTIN, age 19, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., hair, slight moustache, and eyes dark, thick lips, prominent teeth; dress, brown mixture coat, brownish striped tweed trousers, brown cloth cap, lace boots. A porter, may be employed as a gardener or milkman. Native of Sussex. Warrant issued. Information to Major Teevan, Chief Constable, Hove. SUSSEX ( WEST). 47.— Worthing (( County).— For stealing, 6th ult., from his lodgings, a nickel plated watch cbain; a small toy pistol and 3 threepenny pieces, with holes therein attached— THOMAS YOUNG, age about 18, height about 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fair, hair brown, eyes ( turn inwards) dark, occasionally wears spectacles; dress, grey suit, dark neckerchief with grey stripes, light boots, wearing the stolen chain. Stated he was a tailor and a native of Hove, also that he had ob- tained employment in the town. Has been pre- viously convicted, Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Bridger, Worthing. WORCESTERSHIRE. 48.— Malvern ( County).— For stealing, 13th ult., from his lodgings, a dark blue serge round jacket ( may have " Col. Heywood " on lining inside pocket), and vest; 1 pair dark brown plaid cloth trousers ; 1 white muffler, with red and black spots ; 1 dark cloth cap; 1 pair heavy nailed boots, tips on heels and toes; a youth's brown cloth overcoat— a man ( supposed FRANCIS DAVIS), a chimney sweep, age about 38, height about 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion dark, may be wearing a short stubby moustache, hair dark brown, eyes brown, rather long nose, burn mark ( supposed) inside right fore- arm, walks erect, is very plausible ; dressed in the stolen clothing. Supposed a native of Bristol. May apply at master sweeps for employment. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Harrison, Malvern. 4 THE POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, MARCH 4, 1898. YORKSHIRE ( EAST RIDING). 49.— Hull ( City).— For absconding with work- house clothing— JOHN DALBY, age 64, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion sallow, hair and moustache iron grey, stoops when walking; dress, brown jacket, dark grey cloth vest, brown cord trousers, Blucher boots, soft felt hat, all stamped H. W. 059 ; a black- smith ; native of Wakefield. Warrant issued. Information to Captain Gurney, Chief Constable, Hull. YORKSHIRE ( NORTH RIDING). 50.— Guisborough ( County). — For stealing, 8rd ult., 1 pair lady's brown lace boots, size 4, " M. Black " in ink on lining; 1 pair lady's lace boots, size 4, plum colour lining ; 1 pair boy's lace boots, size 2 ( all newly soled)— A MAN, age about 30, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache dark brown; dress, dark jacket and vest, cord trousers and cap. A WOMAN, age about 25, complexion fresh, thin features, hair dark brown; dress, dark bodice with bright buttons, black skirt, white apron, grey shawl and the stolen brown boots. Information to Supt. Clarkson, Guisborough. 51-— Northallerton ( County).— For obtaining, 21st Feb., 4 new shirts by false pretences— ROBERT LONGWORTH, age about 80, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion fair, full round face, hair light brown, small moustache light, end of one finger missing; dress, grey mixture jacket and vest, dark cloth trousers, blue tie, stand- up collar. A native of Blackburn, Lanes. He called upon a draper and produced a note, purporting to have been written by an hotel keeper, requesting that the shirts be supplied to bearer. Is wanted for a similar offence elsewhere. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Hutchinson, Northallerton. YORKSHIRE ( WEST RIDING). 52.— Barnsley( fouwti/).— Forassault, with intent to carnally know a girl age 8— JOHN HAWORTH or HOWARTH, alias HALL, age 51, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair ( turning grey, parted in centre) dark, eyes light blue ; dress, dark monkey jacket and vest, moleskin trousers, brown peak cap, white neckerchief, strong watertight boots. A navvy or miner. Native of Tibshelf or Castleton, Derbyshire. May be found on public works. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Kane, Court House, Barnsley. 53.— Pontefract ( County).— For stealing a black cloth coat and vest and a pair of kid gloves— THOMAS BARKER, age 42, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion sallow, hair dark, eyes dark brown. Warrant issued. 54.— Pontefract ( County).— For stealing, 81st ult., at South Kirkby, 1 pair strong nailed boots, size 8, 2 rows of nails round soles and heels; 1 pair light boots, size 9, square toes, wide welts; 1 pair dark grey trousers ( nearly new), cross pockets, band at back— GEORGE MOXON, age about 40, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair black, eyes ( small) dark, left arm deformed. A native of Badsworth. Warrant issued. 55. — Pontefract ( County). — For stealing ( bailee) a " Quadrant" roadster bicycle, straight han- dle bars plated, brake and mudguards, enamel right side of front mudguard scratched off, 80 in. front, 28 in. back wheel, 24 in. frame, black enamelled " Dunlop" tyres, rubber pedals, horn handles, bell, tool bag and ordinary saddle— a man, giving the name of JAMES HALL, age about 80, height 5 ft. 9 in., wearing a brown overcoat. Warrant Issued. Information to Supt. Whincup, Court House, Pontefract. 56.— Leeds ( City). — For failing to notify change of residence— Supervisee GEORGE PERKINS, alias JOHN HICKERSON and HICKSON, Office No. 15186, age 54, height 5 ft. f>\ in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes light grey, sear front left ear, outside right ankle, above left breast, left calf and below left knee, large scar centre forehead, mole below right breast, right wrist fractured, fleshy lump out- side left thigh. A native of Northampton. Sentenced at Northampton Sessions, 28th June, 1882, to 10 years penal servitude and 7 years police supervision for felony. W. I. 930. 57.— Leeds ( City).— For failing to report on liberation— Licence holder JOHN BROWN, alias JOHN BURKE, JAMES SWEENEY and JOHN WILSON, Office No. 861 98, age 50, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion dark, hair iron grey, eyes grey, tattooed outside upper left arm, 3 women, cross flags and head front left forearm, elephant, woman, dog, crossed swords, crown and bracelet back left forearm, woman and Maltese cross back left hand, scar outside left forearm, woman on pedestal front right forearm, bust of woman front right forearm, woman, bracelet and snake back right forearm, crossed flags, crown and anchor back right hand, cross, heart, wreath, anchor and eight- pointed star on chest, face and back pock marked. A native of Dublin. Sentenced at Wake- field Sessions, 9th April, 1890, to 7 years penal servitude for larceny, and at Cambridge, 3rd Novem- ber, 1896, to 9 months hard labour and Licence revoked for larceny. Liberated on 2nd Licence, 21st ult., which expires 5th June, 1898. Q. 102. Information to Chief Constable Webb, Leeds. 58.— Sheffield ( City).— For obtaining £ 60 by false pretences— RICHARD THOMAS CONWAY, an Irishman, age 28, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., com- plexion, hair and moustache dark, front teeth black ; dress, black coat and trousers, brown cord vest with blue spots, black soft felt hat. A clerk or Insurance collector. Absconded 6th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Jackson, Sheffield. 59.— Wakefield [ City).— For obtaining potatoes by false pretences, 29th ult.— a man, giving the name of J. BOWEN, age 55, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion very pale, hair and thin whiskers white, sometimes clean shaved. He answers advertise- ments, representing that he is a dealer in a large way of business, and on obtaining goods disposes of them and decamps. Is accompanied by his wife, age 85 or 36, height 5 ft. 2 in., complexion fresh, round face, hair black; dress, black crepon dress, black cape, sailor hat. Both are addicted to drink. A specimen of handwriting may be seen on applica- tion. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Harris, Wakefield. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. HAMPSHIRE. 60.— Southampton ( Borough). — Sentenced, 18th inst., to 1 month imprisonment for larceny ( lodgings)— CHARLES EDWARD WILD, age 22, height 5 ft. 8f in., complexion fresh, hair ( curly) dark brown, eyes blue; dress, black suit, corduroy cap. States he is a shop assistant and is a Swiss ; also that he has been in London about 3 months and previously in America. Found in his possession a masonic apron, collar and jewel; a calculating machine, and pawntickets for the following, which prisoner states is stolen property: bicycle, gold watch No. 4001, gold brooch, gold links and studs, opera glasses, gold solitaires, 2 bags, ring, pen with gold nib, silver watch, dressing bag and articles of clothing, pledged in London and Southampton be- tween 9th February last and 13th inst., in names of Franks, Bayner, Vincent, Jackson, Baker and Grut- wood. Information to the Chief Constable, Southampton. HERTFORDSHIRE. 61.— Watford ( County).— Sentenced 12th inst. to three months imprisonment for being on enclosed premises foran unlawful purpose— JOHN MORRISS, alias WILLIAM HENDERSON, HENRY STAN- HOPE, WALTER REYNOLDS, WALTER GAN- LEY and A. W. CONYERS, age 59, height 5 ft. 4^ in., complexion pale, hair ( bald on top) grey ( occasionally dyed brown), eyes brown, cut scar on throat about 5 in. long, scar on top of head and over right eyebrow, mole oblong shape on centre of neck under chin, rose and shield surmounted with flags on front of left forearm, bracelet left wrist, bracelet with cross in centre on back of right wrist, sailor holding sword in right hand on front of right fore- arm. Photograph can bo seen on application. Information to Superintendent Wood, Watford. PEMBROKESHIRE. 62.— Haverfordwest Castle ( County). — Committed for trial at next Assizes for an offence under the Criminal Law Amendment Act, 1885— DANIEL JOHN DREW CODNER, age 46, height 6 ft. 1 in., complexion fair, hair dark brown, eyes hazel. A musician. Information to the Chief Constable, Haverford- west Castle. SUSSEX ( EAST). 63.— Hastings ( Borough).— Remanded till 25th inst. for larceny ( hotel) — WILLIAM GEORGE NORTON, a Russian, age 34, height 5 ft. 6$ in., slight build, complexion pale, thin face, receding forehead, hair ( bald on top) light brown, moustache brown, eyes dark grey, scroll tattooed on left upper arm ; dress, slate colour jacket suit, light dust coat, black tie, black hard felt hat, brown button boots. A journalist. 64.— Hastings ( Borough).— Remanded till 23rd inst. for loitering with intent to commit a felony— HARRY BENNETT, age 16, height 5 ft. 5f in., com- plexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes hazel, scar on upper part of left breast and back of right hip, pigeon breasted, flat- footed; dress, 1 light grey cycling jacket, 1 grey jacket, dark vest, dark brown cord trousers, white shirt, blue neckerchief with white spots, light brown cloth peak cap, old lace boots. A frame filer; native of London. Information to the Chief Constable, Hastings. YORKSHIRE ( NORTH RIDING). 65.— Northallerton ( County).— Committed for trial at next Leeds Assizes for picking pockets— A man giving the name of JAMES O'CONNOR, age 54 ( looks younger), height 5 ft. 4f in., complexion fresh, full face ( blotched), hair brown, heavy mous- tache ( turning grey) ginger, eyes grey ; dress, brown cloth overcoat, dark tweed suit, dark tie, hard felt hat. States he is a general dealer, and a native of London. Supposed previously convicted. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Hutchinson, Northallerton. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 66.— c Division.— 7th inst.— 2 jewel cases ( 1 black japanned, lined red velvet; 1 green heart shape, with pin cushion on top, containing 1 three- stone diamond ring, plain gold band setting, " July 2nd, 1892," engraved inside; 1 lady's large single stone diamond ring ; 1 old- fashioned half- hoop pearl ring, 5 pearls ; 1 lady's bloodstone seal ring, revolv- ing seal " M. B." on one side, crest ( stump of oak tree with one shoot on top) Latin on the other side; 1 gold bangle ring ; 4 lady's old- fashioned gem rings ; 1 lady's small silver half hunter watch, blue numerals " M. B. M." on back; 1 gold- twisted rope bangle, with tiger's claw pendant attached by small gold chain; 1 plain gold bangle, with Chubb's key and 3d. piece attached ; 1 small gold heart- shape locket, set 3 turquoise; 1 five- petal flower brooch, set garnets ; 1 silver buckle ; 1 large gold brooch, set 4 emeralds, with large topaz in centre; 1 gold star brooch, set topaz, emeralds and pearls; 1 gold heart- hape locket, with fine gold chain attached ; 1 gold bar brooch, lapis lazuli at ends, with pearl horseshoe in centre; 1 square gold brooch, raised flowers on front, opens at back, with date engraved thereon ; 1 small square brooch, set garnets; 1 gold knob pin ; 1 lapis lazuli ditto; 1 topaz ditto ; 1 string of pearl beads, with gold snap). 67.— D Division.— 11th inst.— 100 gold lockets, various patterns ( several heart shaped); a quantity of safety pins, marked anchor and " H. M." ; a quan- tity of gold belcher rings ; 60 sets of gold studs ; 12 lady's gold watches, engraved back case " The Alexander Clark Manufacturing Co." ; a quantity of gold brooches, set diamonds, pearls, rubies, and various stones ; 30 gold scarf pins, set various stones; 180 lady's gold dress rings, set rubies, diamonds, sapphires, & c.; 130 gold bracelets ( chain and fancy); 50 pairs gold links ; a quantity of silver charms ; a quantity of silver lockets ; a quantity of pencil cases, all various patterns ; 1 plain silver shaving brush ; 1 silver triple sovereign purse; 18 gold pencil cases; several gold sovereign purses; some gun metal and gilt watch guards, all various patterns ; several gun metal and gilt chatelaine chains for pendants and muffs ; each article is marked with one of the follow- ing letters : M E T H 0 D I C A L, and hiero- glyphic ; 2 or 8 dozen brooch and stud cases, lined blue velvet and white satin, " Alexander Clark & Co." in gold letters thereon, and covered with brown leather ; 1 black leather brief bag, about 16 in. long, lined twill, brass lock and handle plates, " Alexander Clark, 138, Fenchurch Street, London, E. C.," on inside rim. 68.— N Division— 9th inst., by housebreaking — a solid silver tea and coffee service, nearly plain pattern ; 2 broad silver bracelets, chased; 1 small oval gold locket, diamond cross in centre; 1 lady's FRIDAY, APRIL < S, 1898. THE POLICE GAZETTE. . I gold gipsy ring, set 8 stones ; 1 platina ring, imita- tion chain pattern ; 1 old- fashioned gold bracelet, green stone in centre surrounded with pearls ; 1 18- carat gold curb pattern double chain, with spade half- guinea attached; 1 small plated 6- chamber revolver, ivory stock. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BEDFORDSHIRE. £ 10 REWARD. 69.— Ampthill ( County).— 4th inst., at Maulden, by burglary— 4 small tea spoons, 2 table spoons, 4 large forks, 4 dessert spoons, 4 small forks, 1 mustard pot, 1 pepper box, 1 fish knife, 1 cream jug, all silver and stamped with crest, with a griffin in centre; about £ 5, chiefly in bronze. Supposed by tramps. The above reward will be paid by Miss Eliza Moore, of The Cottage, Maulden, to any person giving such information as will lead to the appre- hension of the thief or thieves and the recovery of the property. Information to Deputy Chief Constable James, Ampthill. BERKSHIRE. 70.— New Windsor ( Ilorouyh).— 18th inst., by burglary — 4 small silver Bon- Bon dishes, plain centre, chased round edges ; 1 silver- gilt snufl' box, photograph of Sir Walter Raleigh ( smoking) with negro throwing water over him on lid, " Farquarson " on bottom, and crest " Lion holding a dagger" in- side ; 1 gilt travelling clock, white dial, Roman figures ; 1 dark grey overcoat, usual pockets. Information to Head Constable Armour, New Windsor. DUMFRIESSHIRE. 71.— Dumfries ( County).— Between 22nd June, 1897, and 23rd ult., at Foxwood, Kirkmichael, a double field glass, covered with black leather, fully six inches long when at full length; can be made treble to suit the sight for " Field," " Marine " and 11 Theatre," and has these words on glass in gilt letters. Information to Chief Constable Gordon, Dumfries. FLINTSHIRE. 72.— Overton ( County).— 15th inst., at Bangor — 1 brown worsted suit ( hand made), single- breasted reefer jacket, single- breasted waistcoat ( no collar), both usual pockets, trousers fly- front, side pockets, lined to 4 in. below knee, nearly new. Information to Inspector Pearson, Overton. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 73.— Cheltenham ( County). — 13th inst.— 1 gold hunter watch, large size, heavy American cases, Swiss movements, strikes hours, half- hours, quarters and minutes, monogram " G. P." on right and " 1896" on left side of case, with gold chain, weight 4 ozs. large and small hall- marked links, African triple- faced crystal pendant, with English coat- of- arms, mounted in heavy gold frame, " G. Phelps, May 4th, 1895," thereon attached; 1 silver double- case watch, No. 18,526, gold hands, " Martin & Basket" engraved on inside case. Information to Supt. Hopkins, Cheltenham. HERTFORDSHIRE. 74.— Hatfield ( County).— 18th inst., by burglary — 1 opal ring ; 1 amethyst ditto ; 1 gold bracelet, set ruby, emerald, sapphire and small diamonds ( very old); 1 gold necklace, small points ; 2 ball and link pattern gold bracelets ; 1 gold locket; 1 gold albert watch chain with pendants ; 1 gold drop earring ; 1 paste button brooch; 2 paste pins; 20 £ 5 notes, numbers between 14301 and 14340, dated " Leeds, lltli March, ' 97, Beckett's Bank." Information to Supt. Reynolds, Hatfield. fc 75.— Watford( CoMw/ i/).— 15thinst., atMoorPark Races— 1 gold open- face keyless Geneva lever watch, No. 9321, 18 lines, engine- turned case, makers " Vieyres and Rifringan, 129, Regent Street;'' 1 thick curb- pattern gold chain, 3 gold seals attached, 1st, coronet with letter " E " underneath, 2nd, swivel ( coat- of- arms on each side), 3rd, crest ( sheaves of wheat); 1 lady's silver English lever watch, No. 39,328, a gold chain, gold watch- key, ordinary key and small pencil on end, with swivel bloodstone each side set in gold, attached. Information to Supt. Wood, Watford. KENT. 76.— Sandgate ( County).— 30th ult., on the Racecourse at Stanford— 1 gold English lever watch, " Thompson " inside case, large gold chain attached; 1 silver Geneva watch, No. 11042; 1 silver watch; 1 15- carat gold watch, No. 4549, M. W. on back, an 18- carat gold twisted albert and silver match box ( M. W. on back) attached ; 1 imitation gold watch; 1 gold Swiss duplex watch, No. 1740, with second- hand ; 1 silver keyless hunter watch, chased, blue enamel, small dent in back, double silver ring on handle ; 1 silver keyless Swiss lever watch, No. 87917. 30th ult., by housebreaking, at Stanford— 1 oval miniature timepiece in red leather case ; 1 oval silver locket, chased flowers one side, plain the other, con- tains photograph of gentleman. Information to Supt. Waghorn, Sandgate. 77.— West Mailing ( County).— 11th inst., by housebreaking at Snodland— 1 silver keyless watch, " John Follett, from Colonel Roberts," engraved inner case, " J. F." outside case; 1 silver English lever watch, makers Reed & Son, Newcastle- cn- Tyne; 1 small gold albert, small links with wire in centre ; 1 gold mounted locket, made of Russian coin, spread eagle one side, name of coin the other, in glass case; 1 silver albert, curb pattern, steel clasp fastened with wire ; a brown leather purse— by A MAN, age about 80, medium height, light moustache, wearing twill slop and light cap. Information to Supt. Hoare, West Mailing. LANCASHIRE. 78.— Wigan ( County).— Between 10th and 11th inst., by burglary at Lower lnce— 5 watches : 1 silver English lever, maker " Alker," Chorley, No. inside inner case 1010, No. inside outer case sup- posed 17806, white dial and gold hands; 1 railway company's brass, No. 6 on outer case, and L. & N. W. R. on dial; 1 silver Boston lever, gold hands, white dial which is slightly cracked; 1 lady's silver Geneva, white dial and flowered cases; 1 silver Boston lever, No. 303097, gold hands and white dial. 5 watch- guards ; 1 long silver, washed over with gold; 1 Abyssinian gold albert, long and short links alternately, with pendant ( church with steeple on one side and a flower on the other) attached; 1 lady's Canadian gold albert, small links with tassel attached; 1 white metal curb albert, with small silver lock and key as pendant, the lock is made out of 2 3d. pieces ; 1 white metal albert, 1 long link and 3 small links pattern. 2 pocket knives: 1 6 blades, about 4 in. long, 2 in. of pearl on handle and German silver tips ; 1 common 3 blade knife, with glass- cutter and button- hook, broken at end. 1 pair of spectacles in wood case. Suspicion is attached to A MAN, age about 40, height 5 ft. 8 or 4 in.; dressed in dark clothes, light blue cap and boots. Information to Supt. Brassington, County Police Office, Wigan. 79.— Salford ( Borough).— 11th inst., by house- breaking, at Pendleton— 1 old- fashioned plain gold bracelet, chased front, red stone in centre, clasp broken ; 1 9- carat gold hollow open curb chain ditto, safety chain attached; 1 lady's gun- metal keyless watch, gold plate in centre of back, supposed No. 516 ; 1 lady's 9- carat gold albert, tassel as pendant; 1 9- carat gold neck chain, with cross attached about 17 inches long, old belcher pattern; 1 9- carat gold neck chain, small square link pattern, with very small gold cross attached ; 1 gold brooch, bar shape, pearl in centre, brilliants at sides; 2 silver thimbles. 80.— Salford ( Borough).— 18th inst., by shop- breaking— 1 lady's gold Geneva watch, No. 96831, marked sv/-; 1 ditto, No. 260866, marked s/ s/-; 1 lady's gold keyless ditto, No. 239, marked s/ s/ v; 1 ditto, No. 11077, marked s/ s/- ; 1 ditto with gold dial, No. 117188, marked SE/- ; 1 ditto, No. 66727, marked S/ T/- ; 1 ditto, No. 712, marked SP/- ; 2 22- carat gold wedding rings, marked su/- x/- ; 1 9- carat wedding ring, marked P/-; 1 18- carat snake ring with diamond eyes, marked S/ H/- ; 1 9- carat dress ring, set 5 rubies, marked P/- ; 1 9- carat ditto, heart shaped, set garnet, marked P/- ; 2 9- carat ditto, red and white stones, marked u/ u ; 2 9- carat ditto, fancy patterns ; 1 gold signet ring, N/- ; 1 gold toothpick; 1 pair 15- carat gold earrings, set rubies ; 1 gold bangle with 8 gold knobs; 1 ditto with 2 gold knobs and heart; 1 gold horseshoe brooch ; 1 15- carat gold albert, twisted links; 1 9- carat ditto, long links ; 3 lady's gold alberts, fancy patterns ; 1 gent's 9- carat gold albert, square links— supposed by A MAN, age about 85, height 5 ft. 5 in., thick light brown moustache; wearing a fawn coloured dust coat, stand- up collar turned down at corners, black hard felt hat. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Salford. LEICESTERSHIRE. 8]. — Leicester ( Borough).— 1st. inst., a safety bicycle, maker Highcross, Coventry, Dunlop's extra large road racing tyres ( back badly punctured and loose), rubber pedals, tangent spokes, black enam- elled, black handles, high build, saddle nearly new, lamp and bell attached. 2nd inst., a pneumatic safety bicycle, diamond frame, painted black, usual parts plated, " Woodly " tyres, 28 in. wheels, forks slightly bent, ram's horn handles ( left missing), rat- trap pedals, chain wheel and crank rather rusty, two lamp brackets ( one de- tachable), " Brampton " saddle. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Leicester. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. 82.— Northampton ( Borough). — 30th ult., from an hotel — 1 lady's silver Geneva watch, fancy back, No. 44274; 1 lady's gold demi- hunter watch, No. 50602, rather large size, plain back, a lady's gold albert, small double link curb, made from an old- fashioned neck chain, attached ; 1 lady's 9- carat gold dress ring, set 5 brilliants; 1 lady's small silver Geneva watch, a gent's 9- carat gold curb albert and 15- carat seal with blood and white coloured stones attached. Information to Chief Constable Mardlin, North- ampton. SURREY. 83.— Godalming ( County).— 80th ult.— 1 lady's gold keyless watch and chain, gold pencil, seal and watch key attached; 1 18- carat gold albert, spade half guinea and seal attached ; 1 lady's gold ring, set 3 sapphires and 2 diamonds ; 1 ditto, set 5 corals ; 1 ditto, keeper, 18- carat, chased ivy leaves; 1 ditto, with Mizpah and ivy leaves ; 1 18- carat gold spray brooch, spray of lilies of the valley in pearls ( in Benson's case); 1 pair 18- carat gold cuff links, initials C. D. B. Information to Supt. Collis, Godalming. SUSSEX ( EAST). 84.— Eastbourne ( Borough).— 16th inst. — a nearly new " Premier " bicycle " Model S No. 128,869" on frame under bottom bracket," 379" on top of handle- bar, Dunlop tyres, 26 in. frame, 28 in. wheels, tangent spokes, straight handle- bars, cork handles, usual parts plated, chain on left side, rubber pedals, transfer on head " Premier Model ' S'" thereon, " Premier" on top tube, pneumatic saddle, has been torn and roughly stitched, " Silver King " lamp, bell and tool bag attached. 85.— Eastbourne 1 Borough).— 18th inst. — a lady's model " H" " Premier' bicycle, No. 357 on top of handle bar, No. 127558 under frame, twisted tubes, up- turned handles, 23 in. curved frame, Dunlop tyres, nearly new, " Brooke's B. 85" saddle, bell, usual accessories and cyclometer attached.— Suspicion is attached to A MAN, age about 25, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., slight build ; dress, dark blue jacket, grey trousers, black hard hat or cap. Information to Chief Constable Plumb, Eastbourne. 86.— Hastings ( Borough).— 17th inst., from an hotel— a small black leather covered box, about 10 in. by 6 in., containing a diamond necklace, com- posed of 1 string of diamonds set in silver; 1 gold diamond cluster brooch, set in silver ; 1 lady's small gold watch, white dial, black figures and hands, plain case ; 1 small gold curb pattern chain ; 1 small gold locket, green shamrock on front with diamond in centre; 2 gold studs, set turquoise; 1 plain gold cased wire bracelet, set dark Egyptian stone; 1 piece of coral with gold top, set turquoise; 1 gold safety pin brooch, set ruby surrounded with diamonds; 1 small gold antique fly- brooch, body composed of an opal, set ruby and diamonds ; 1 fancy green Egyptian stone brooch ; 1 silver charm, shape of a pig; 1 gold 5s. German coin ; 4 or 5 small plain silver wire bangles; 1 piece of ivory, shape of a human skull; 1 pair fancy blue links; 2 gold rings ( 1 with heart thereon set small pearls, other set blue stone); 1 gold antique cross, set garnets and pearls alternately on front, chased back; 1 gold half- moon brooch, set paste diamonds; 1 small gold coin " Carlsbad" thereon; 1 imitation silver trinket, shape of a cup, " Carlsbad " thereon ; 1 fancy muff chain, blue beads at intervals; 1 gold seal, shape of dog and kennel, set dark stone. Information to the Chief Constable, Hastings. WARWICKSHIRE. 87.— Solihull ( County).— Between loth and 16th inst., by burglary at Marston Green— 2 pairs lady's fine black stockings ( one embroidered with pink silk, the other yellow silk); 1 long white silk tie, hemmed at ends, and several half worn silk ties ; 1 pearl handled penknife; 1 small penknife ; 1 long piece of pink silk ; 1 long heliotrope silk sash ; 1 shot silk pink scarf; 1 red and yellow plaid scarf 1 gilt brooch, purple stone in centre. Between 17th THE POLICE GAZETTE. FIUDAY, APRIL 22, 1898. and 18th itist., by sacrilege at Little Packington — 1 white linen altar cloth, 2 yards by 1, I. H. S. in centre, cross at each corner, border and fringe at both ends ; 1 Jubilee shilling brooch ; 4 old penny pieces, dated 1705 or 1709. Information to Supt. Carbis, Solihull. WILTSHIRE. 88.— Chippenham ( County).— lGtli inst., at Alderton Steeplechases— 1 silver watch, No. 91681 ; gold albert, with pencil case attached. Information to Supt. Barrett, Chipper m. YORKSHIRE ( EAST RIDING). 89.— Bridlington ( County).— 6th inst., by shop- breaking— Gold watches: 8 lady's gold Geneva, 7 Nos. 121177,82455,118007, 22296, 69669, 64385,69660 ; 1 lady's gold Geneva, diamond- backed, shape of bird, enamelled blue, No. 112365; 1 lady's gold Geneva, pearl backed, No. 121178; 1 lady'sgold Geneva, plain back. en- amelleddial, No. 113673; 1 lady's gold Geneva, pearled back flowers, No. 121175; 1 lady'sgold Geneva, crescent backed, with pearls, No. 121174 ; silver watches : 56 English and Waltham lever ( Nos. of Walthams include 5192853, 41666, 1106081, 5529376, 3529378; 2 fly- backed, centre seconds, large size, Nos. 3161422, 8162700; 1 calendar watch, marked inside at top, C. D. and \ V., W. 0., W." ; silver lever and Wal- thams, " H. Walkington, Bridlington Quay," on dial, and inside of case on some, and some with " H. Walkington, Quay," inside case only) ; alberts: 1 double gold dog- linked, 9- carat; 2 single dog- linked 9- carat gold alberts ; 1 curb, 9- carat; 24 lady's gold alberts ; 1 very heavy 4 rowed, with two fancy centre bars ; 24 silver alberts ; pins : 1 15- carat gold diamond pin, can be used as pin or dress stud, scratch mark on back, " O/ A"; 1 15- carat gold diamond pin, can be used as pin or dress stud, marked " A. W. A." ; brooches: 11 gold brooches, various shapes ; rings : 36 9- carat gold rings, with red and white paste stones, marked inside " L. N." ; bangles : 24 gold bangles, various patterns, 1 with small gold padlock in the centre ; 2 twisted ; 3 horse- shoe shape ; 2 with crystals. Information to Supt. Harvey, Bridlington, 90.— Hull ( City).— 5th i>. s> t.— a pneumatic safety bicycle, the Kemp" road racer, diamond frame, best weldless steel tubes from 1 in. to in. diameter, oval compression stays, back and front forks, handle- bar ram's horn pattern, cork handles, wheels 28 in., bearing all dust- proof, Scottish tyres, 68£ in. gear, width of tread in., weight 28 lbs., Westwood fittings finest black enamelled, bright parts heavily nickel plated. Information to Captain Gumey, Chief Constable, Hull. YORKSHIRE ( WEST RIDING). 91.— Barnsley ( County).— 18th inst.— at Roy- ston, a silver English lever watch, No. 5155, white dial, black figures, brass hands, makers " Mayers, Manchester," on works.— Suspicion is attached to A MAN, age about 20, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown; dress, dark brown jacket and vest, black trousers, blue cap, dark tie, lace boots. Stated he was a clerk. Information to Supt. Kane, Court House, Barnsley. PROPERTY RECOVERED. HAMPSHIRE. 92.— Southampton ( Borough).— Clothing, Case No. 76, 15th inst., and thief arrested. plexion sallow, hair and side whiskers ( turning grey) dark brown, eyes blue, two upper front teeth missing, smMl coal mark below left elbow and back of left baud, badly ruptured; dress, blue pilot coat and vest, brown plaid trousers, patched in front with L own corduroy, blue and white striped leather co'lar, dark union grey shirt, brown cloth cap, clogs with tips ( much worn). Photograph can be seen on application. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Jones, Wrexham. KENT. 98.— Sittingbourne ( County). — Bicycle, Case No. 78, 15th inst. OXFORDSHIRE. 95.-- Banbury ( County).— 12th inst., ill the canal at Bodicote— the body of a newly born MALE CHILD, wrapped in blown paper, tied with string, in water only a few days. A verdict of neglect at birth and exposure was returned. Information to Supt. Sutton, Banbury. ANIMALS, & c., RECOVERED. PERSONS or BODIES FOUND. ESSEX. 96.— Chelmsford ( County)— Mare, cart and harness, Case No. 92, 15th inst. APPREHENSIONS. LATEST INFORMATION. SUSSEX ( EAST). 108.— Eastbourne ( Borough).— For stealing, 14 th inst.— a popular " Swift " roadster bicycle, 30 in. front wheel, with Dunlop tyre, new rim, 28 in. back single tube tyre, flat handle bar, cork handles, No. 8!> 113 on head clip cone, no brake or mudguards, Lamplough's saddle, rubber pedals, brass clip on down tube stamped " No. 10." A mau, giving the name of GEORGE PALMER, age about 25, height 5 ft. 6 ol' 7 in., hair dark brown ( curl on forehead), clean shaved ; dress, blue serge suit and cap, cycling shoes. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Plumb, East- bourne. 97.— Metropolitan Police District, N Division.— JOHN C. HOWARD, alias CORNER, Case No. 4, 11th June, 1897. 98.— Metropolitan Police District, V Division— ALBERT BROOKER, Case No. 98, 25th ult. 99.— Essex, Chelmsford ( County).— Expiree JOHN THORRINGT0N, Office No. 49087, Case 16, 15th inst. 100.— Hampshire Bournemouth ( County). — DORA SOANE, Case No. 19, 15th inst., and committed for trial. 101.— Lancashire, Bolton ( County).— Super- visor EZRA THOMAS. Office No. 2582— 96 ( Case 20, 11th February last), and committed for trial at Blackburn for burglary. 102.— Shropshire, Oswestry ( County).— WILLIAM HAYLEY, Case No. 35, 15th inst. 103. — Worcestershire, Stourbridge ( County)— WALTER FLETCHER, Case No. 46, 15th inst., and boots recovered. 104.— Yorkshire ( West Riding), Doncas- ter ( County).— Licence holder ARTHUR SIM- MONITE, Office No. 3786- 97, Case 50, 15th inst., and Licence forfeited. 105.— Yorkshire West Riding), Bradford ( City). — Licence Holder WILLIAM HENRY SALTONSTALL, Office No. 1350— 97 ( Case 64, 31st December, 1897). APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. LINCOLNSHIRE. 109.— Grantham ( County).— Sentenced, 21st inst., to 14 days imprisonment for vagrancy— FRED MATTERS, age about 20, height 5' ft. 8 in., slight build, complexion fresh, hair light brown, slight dark moustache, eyes grey, anchor tattooed on right fore- arm ; dress, blue serge jacket and trousers, white muffler, sailor's peak cap, Blucher boots. A sailor, native of London. ERNEST BEHARRELL, age about 20, height 5 ft. 71 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, scar right side of jaw and left wrist; dress, old dark jacket and vest, brown cord trousers, brown check cap with 3 brass studs in front, low shoes. A labourer, native of Newport, Middles- bro'. States they left Middlesbro' 15th inst. and tramped to Northallerton, Selby, Doncaster, Retford and Newark. Found in their possession ( supposed stolen) a pair of field glasses, 6 in. long, " Jockey Club, London " stamped on ends. Information to Supt. Cabourn. County Police Office, Grantham. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 110.— L Division.— 19th inst., by shopbreak- ing— 8 watches : ( 1 lady's silver verge ; 1 gilt demi- hunter; 1 metal verge, thick ; 1 large metal Geneva, silver back ; 1 silver Geneva ; 1 lady's small black enamel, no outside case; 1 lady's silver Geneva, cracked case, in celluloid case ; 1 metal keyless, broken balance); 1 small silver bracelet, chased, French make, safety chain attached ; 1 silver Jubilee brooch, crossed flags and " Jubilee " thereon ; 1 gold earring, size of a shilling; 1 silver pencil- case, " M. & Co." thereon ; 1 silver locket; 2 odd gold bottoms of earrings ; 1 pair silver earrings ; 1 old paste silver brooch, leaf broken ; 1 Portuguese penny, about 100 years old. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan. Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. CARNARVONSHIRE. 106.— Conway ( County).— For stealing, 16th iust., at Llandudno, a " Parr " tyre tricycle, 28 in. front, 30 in. side wheels, recently re- enamelled and plated, Bood brake and roller chain ( old pattern), Brooke's saddle, transfer bears the name of " A. Deacon & Son''— a man who gave the name of WILSON, age 23, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes grey; wearing a light suit and cap. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Rees, Conway. WORCESTERSHIRE. Ill — Malvern ( County).— 19th inst.— a lady's gold English lever watch, white dial, black hands and figures, initials " M. M. B." engraved on outside case, maker, " Enock, High Street, Warwick " on works. Information to Supt. Harrison, Malvern. LOST. £ 20 REWARD. During March, from Stanley, Bridgnorth, a red Irish terrier dog, cropped ears, answers to the name of " Bob." It is possible that this dog may have been DENBIGHSHIRE. 94.— Wrexham ( County).— 10th inst.— on the G. W. Railway, near Rhosymedre, the body of A MAN, age about 55, length 5 ft. 6£ in., com- DURHAM. 107.— Durham ( County).— For failing to report — Licence holder JAMES HOUSTON, alias PETER MURPHY and TAMES McDONALD, age 46, height 5 ft. 3^ in., complexion pale, hair grey, eyes dark blue, letter H tattooed on outer left forearm, dots left thumb and forefinger, nose curves to left, legs and forearms abnormally hairy. A slater; native of Edinburgh. Left Edinburgh 11th inst. and said he was going to Jarrow. Information to the Chief Constable, County Con- stabulary, Durham. obtained possession of for stud purposes or for exportation. The above reward will be paid by Sir Raymond Tyrwhitt Wilson, Stanley, ISridgnorth, for such in- formation as will lead to the recovery of the dog. Information to Supt. Walters, Bridgnorth, Salop. LONDON : PRINTED FOB HEB MAJESTY'S STATIONERY OFFICE, BY HAIIMEK AND HARLEY, LTD., 3i) TO 4 4 , COWPElt STREET FINSBURY, E. C.