T H E PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, MAY 27, 1898. REGULATIONS. VOL. XV., No. 1504. 1. All announcements 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. 4. In all cases where a reward is offered, the name and address of some person responsible for the payment must be given, and the exact condit ions must be clearly stated. R. Portraits of persons whose apprehension is sought for serious offences, and engravings of stolen property will be inserted at a cost of 15. V. per portrait, and of Is. 6d. per photo- graph or sketch of a stolen article. 6. Every annmincement, 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 is required to be inserted and no warrant is in force against him, the requisition must be signed by the chief officer of police, or his immediate deputy, of the county, city, or borough, as the case may be. 7. Annouiwements concerning stolen property must be guaranteed by an officer of not less rank than Inspector, or analogous thereto. 8. Announcements of all persons to be apprehended or of stolen property bear a number, and, as far as practicable, they are alphabetically arranged by counties. 9. The force which causes particulars concerning delinquents or stolenproperty tobe 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. 10. In all cases the officer signing the request for the insertion of any announcement will be wholly responsible for any proceedings which may result from such publication. 11. Amumncements for the Friday issue should be foi- warded so as to be received iwt 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 }> aper 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, ]\' ew Scotland Yard, by Postal Order or bi/ Post Office Order payable at Parliament Street Post Office. 13. Announcements concerning property loxt 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. SPECIAL NOTICE. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. Letters relating to criminal business addressed vby other Police Forces to Scotland Yard, are very frequently de- layed, owing to the envelopes containing them being directed incorrectly or inade- quately. In such cases prompt attention cannot be assured unless the letters are addressed " The Assistant Commissioner of Police, Criminal Investigation Department, New Scotland Yard, London, S. W." INDEX TO SPECIAL NOTICES AND CAUTIONS Which have appeared in the POLICE GAZETTE during the past twelve months. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. ARCHER'S TABLET CO , 111, Great Russell Street, W. C. ( P. G., No. 1480, March 4, 1898). BLANCH & CO., 171, High Street, Putney, and BRODERICK, J., Cleveland Road, Barnes. ( P. G., No. 139G, May 14, 1897.) CIRCULAR ADVERTISING CO. ( P. G., No. 1442, October 22, 1897.) DENNIS & HILL, GUESSING COMPETITION. ( P. G., No. 1456, December 10, 1897.) EMIGRANTS' INFORMATION OFFICE, warning by, as to misleading advertisements inserted in Provincial Newspapers. ( P. G. No. 1468, January 21st, 1898). GAME & PUZZLE CO., Crouch Hill, " CAN I DO IT " PUZZLE. ( P. G., No. 1396, May 14, 1897. See also P. G., No. 1470, January 28, 1898). GOODE, ERNEST, 184, Oxford Street. ( P. G., No. 1456, December 10, 1897.) JACKSON, W. R., Gunsmith, 8, Park Avenue Road, Tottenham ( P. G., No. 1472, February 4, 1898.) JOHNSON & CO., " HOME EMPLOYMENT." ( P. G., No. 1458, December 17, 1897.) MAY, GARLAND & Co., 18, Carburton Street, London, W. ( P. G., No. 1502, May 20th, 1898.) MONOCHROME PORTRAIT CO., Ealing. ( P. G., No. 1444, October 29, 1897.) PRESS RUG CO., 58a, Lauriston Road, Hackney, London. ( P. G., No. 1488, April 1st, 1898). SELMES, ROBERT, Gamekeeper, & c., ( P. G., No. 1474, February 11, 1898). SOUTH. KENSINGTON FINE ARTS ASSOCIA- TION. ( P. G., No. 1460, December 24, 1897.) THEOBALD & CO., 19, Farringdon Street. ( P. G., No. 1452, November 26, 1897.) WADE, W. W., 140, King Street, Hammersmith ( P. G., No. 1482, March, 11th, 1898). ZUILIA PERFUMERY CO., 13, Rosebery Avenue, E. C. ( P. G., No. 1478, February 25th, 1898). METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 1.— E Division.— For threatening to murder— ALEXANDER EDWIN SHARPE, age 36, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion sallow, hair ( bald on top) dark, eyes hazel, thin pointed features, aquiline nose, club foot, and wears a thick boot. Warrant issued. 2.— F Division.— For obtaining goods through the " Exchange and Mart "— HENRY H. CHARL- TON, alias J. A. BARRETT and CHARLES DUN- LOP, age 25 to 30, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion sallow, thin face, hair and eyes dark, long thin nose turned up, has the appearance of a foreigner ; dress, long Newmarket overcoat, white tie, black hard felt hat. Warrant issued. 3-— K Division.— For stealing paving stones ( recovered) — RICHARD TENKINSON, age 34, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fresh, hair and mou- stache brown; dress, light grey jacket, striped trousers, black hard felt hat or grey cap. A mason. Warrant issued. 4. — T Division. — For embezzlement — PHILLIP BLAND, age 18, height 5 ft. 7 in., com- plexion, hair, slight moustache and eyes dark ; dress, dark blue serge suit, black hard felt hat, patent leather shoes. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. CITY OF LONDON. 5. — For embezzling and stealing a cheque for £ 182 10s.— FREDERICK ARTHUR WARBUR- TON, late 57, Wiesbaden Road, Stoke Newington, age 28, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., slight build, hollow back, slightly bow legged, complexion pale, large Roman nose, near sighted, wears spectacles with straight bar across nose; dress, black frock coat, high silk hat, sometimes wears a jacket suit and high collar; carried a new brown portmanteau. Left London, 80th ult., accompanied by a woman, age about 27. Warrant issued. 6.— For stealing 4 £ 10 Bank of England notes— E. F. MEIER, a Swiss, late of 10, Wembery Road, Highgate, age 28, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion florid, hair and moustache reddish brown, teeth much discoloured, speaks with a foreign accent; dress, brown or slate colour jacket suit. Is accom- panied by his wife, who cannot speak English, and two children, one only a few months old. Had with them two large wooden boxes. Left Euston 12th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. McWilliam, 26, Old Jewry, E. C. BERKSHIRE. 7.— Abingdon ( County).— For house breaking, 18th inst and stealing 5s.— A MAN, age about 48, height, 5 ft. 10 or 11 in., complexion fresh, full face ; dress, dark three- quarter overcoat, dark trousers, hard felt hat, was wearing a heavy yellow watch chain. Information to Supt. Heath, AbingdoD. 8.— Windsor ( County).— For larceny, 14th inst. — VALENTINE ROTH, alias JOHNSON, age 21, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion pale, thin face, hair brown, clean shaved, prominent nose, of smart appearance ; may be wearing light brown or new dark suit and dark cap. A native of Chelsea. Warrant issued. Information to Supt, Borlase, County Police Station, Windsor. CHESHIRE. 9. — Nantwich ( County). — For obtaining £ 7 10s. by false pretences, 6th ult., at Crewe— W. H. STANLEY ( supposed false), age about 23, height 5 ft. 7 in., slight build, complexion fair, hair light, of good address ; dress, black frock coat with silk facings, black vest and trousers, white bow tie, silk hat. He represents himself as belonging to Dr. Barnardo's Home and to the Society for Prevention o; Cruelty to Children, and gets up Concerts in aid thereof. He also takes rooms under the name of " Eno, the Medical Marvel." Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Meredith, Nantwich. 10.— Runcorn ( County).— For stealing, 9th inst., a silver English lever watch, No. 387, maker " Dickenson, Fleetwood," on dial — WILLIAM WHITEHEAD, age 17, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., com- plexion pale, hair brown ; dress, black suit, dark cap. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Okell, Runcorn. DERBYSHIRE, 11.— Derby ( County).— For stealing a quantity of timber ( recovered)— ARTHUR PORTER, age 28, height 5 ft. G or 7 in., complexion pale, hair dark brown, eyes blue; dress, dark cloth jacket and vest, grey cloth trousers, black hard felt hat. A native of Braintree, Essex. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Airey, County Police Office, Derby. DEVONSHIRE. 12.— Crediton ( County).— For stealing a saddle and bridle ( recovered)— ALBERT J. LAMBERT, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, whiskers and moustache ( mous- tache darker), eyes dark; dress, dark coat and vest, grey trousers, brown bowler hat. A dealer. May be found with wire workers, travelling auctioneers or bookmakers. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Ellicott, Crediton. 2 THE POLICE GAZETTE. TUESDAY, APRIL 2 6 , 1898. 18.— Exeter ( County).— On commitment war- rant, having been sentenced to 2 months imprison- ment for assault— WILLIAM BE ATT IE, age 38, height 6 ft., complexion fresh, hair ( turning grey) dark, moustache sandy, eyes blue, W B tattooed on one arm; dress, blue serge coat and vest, corduroy trousers, dark mixture cap, nailed boots. A labourer or brewery man, native of Perth. Photograph may be seen on application. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable of Devon, Exeter. 14.— Stonehouse ( County).— For stealing, 18th inst., a bicycle ( recovered)— A MAN, age 20 to 25, height about 5 ft. 11 in., complexion pale, thin face, hair dark, wears glasses, stoops slightly when walk- ing ; dress, blue serge suit, high collar, hard felt hat. Information to Supt. Lane, Stonehouse. a ventriloquist, & c.; left here on 6th inst. Supposed identical with man, Case No. 51, 20th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Harrison, Stroud. HAMPSHIRE. 20.— Southampton ( Borough).— For larceny ( tenant) — LEONARD ROWE, age 21, height 5 ft. 10 or 11 in., complexion pale, hair and slight moustache light, speaks with London accent; dress, blue serge coat, black vest, dark blue trousers with black stripes, cap, turndown collar, black and white stripe tie. A porter; has served in the army. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Southampton. DURHAM. 15.— Darlington ( County).— For stealing, 9th inst., two pneumatic safety bicycles, 1st, brass plate on head " Sherbone" thereon, front wheel Warwick tyre, back Scott's standard, drop handle bar, rat- trap pedals, black enamelled frame, usual parts nickel- plated, bell and inflator, no mudguards ; the other, 30 in. front wheel, Scott's standard tyre, 28 in back with Dunlop Welsh tyre, flat handle bar with bone handles, rubber pedals, no transfer, number under saddle, no mudguards— A MAN, age about 25, height 5 ft. 10 or 11 in., slight build, hair and slight mou- stache light; dress, Norfolk jacket, dark trousers with blue stripe, light cap, white tie, lace boots, of good address, stays at first- class hotels. Stated he belonged to Bolton and was travelling for a firm of sponge cloth merchants. Information to Supt. Davison, Darlington. ESSEX. 16.— Southend- on- Sea (' > mnty).— For stealing chairs ( recovered)— JAMES or CHARLIE BURTON, age about 30, height about 5 ft. 2 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache dark, eyes brown, cut mark on top of head, in centre; dress, black jacket and vest, with satin stripe, moleskin trousers, blue striped flannelette shirt, lace boots ; may be wearing a cardigan jacket— THOMAS SMITH, alias TOM BURTON, age about 21, height about 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fresh, hair ( curl on forehead) brown, eyes grey, tattooed on one forearm ; dress, black jacket and vest, dark cord trousers, mixture silk neckerchief, dark grey cap with black stripe, light lace boots. Supposed natives of Barking, Essex. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Simmonds, Southend- on- Sea. FLINTSHIRE. 17.— Holywell ( County).— For child stealing at Rhyl, 12th inst.— ANN MURPHY, age about 24, height 5 ft, 1 or 2 in., complexion pale, hair ( fringe on forehead) dark, eyes ( supposed) brown ; dress, dark plaid shawl, dark serge dress, dark straw hat with feather, strong lace boots. A native of Flint. Sings in the streets. Description of child— Elizabeth Ann Evans, age 8, complexion fresh, dark wavy hair ; dress, dark cloth jacket with cape, dark winzey dress, dark brown tam o' shanter cap, black stockings, button boots. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Hughes, Holywell. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 18.- Staplehill < • ounty).— For larceny— JAMES BAKER, age 38 to 40, height about 5 ft. 7 in., com plexion fresh, hair light brown, long sandy mous- tache, eyes blue; dress, black morning coat and vest, light cloth trousers. A native of Hackney, London. He was employed by the Kingswood Urban District Council in laying Patent Victoria Paving, disposed of a quantity of same and appro- priated the proceeds to his own use. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Matthews, Staplehill. 19-— Stroud ( County).— For obtaining money by a worthless cheque on the London and County Bank- ing Company, Croydon branch— CHARLES C'UTH- BERT, alias FRANK ASHMAN and ARTHUR LLOYD, age about 35, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., hair ( turning grey) dark, cut short, moustache light, pro- minent nose and cheek bones, speaks with north country accent; dress, morning coat and vest, side pockets with flaps, striped trousers, black hard felt hat, lace boots. Stated he was an advance agent for HERTFORDSHIRE. 21.— Hatfield ( Cotmti/).— For stealing. 23rd inst., at St. Michael's, a bridle ( recovered)— FREDERICK CLARK, age about 32, height 5 ft. 8i or 9 in., com- plexion fresh, hair light brown, moustache light, slouching gait; dress, light check jacket, cord trousers, brown cap. A native of North Bucks. He left St. Albans 28rd inst, stating he was going to Epsom. Supposed previously convicted of burglary. Was accompanied by a man, age about 70, whiskers and moustache ( yellowish) white, stoops. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Reynolds, Hatfield. 22.— St. Albans ( City).— For obtaining food and money by false pretences, 13th inst.— ALBERT WILSON, age 27 to 30, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., com- plexion fair, hair sandy, slight moustache light, upper front teeth discoloured ; dress, dark coat and vest, light brown check trousers, black hard hat. brown boots, blue check front and collar, wore a metal chain with 2 silver medals attached, carried a brown wicker basket. Stated he was a checker at L. it N. W. Railway Station. Warrant issued. Information to Head Constable Blatch, St. Albans. KENT. 23.— Sittingbourne ( County).— For 11011- pay- ment of bastardy arrears— ALFRED EDWARD BENNETT, age about 30, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fair, hair light brown, eyes grey, rather long nose ; dress, when last seen, cord jacket and trousers, cap. May be working as a carter. Warrant issued. 24.— Sittingbourne ( County).— For failing to appear to a summons, charged with neglecting his child— ERNEST BRETT, alias JURY, age about 50, height about 5 ft. 6 in., complexion swarthy, hair dark brown, eyes grey; dress, when last seen, black jacket, cord trousers patched at knees, P. and 0. cap, heavy lace boots, all old. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Turner, Sittingbourne. 25.— Canterbury ( City).— For stealing, 13th inst.— a jacket, suit, small black and grey check pattern, and a white and blue silk handkerchief— ROBERT LOVETT, age 18, height 5 ft. 2 in., com- plexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes blue, tattooed on right wrist; dress, dark grey suit, black reefer coat, dark cap, lace boots. Has recently been discharged from the Reformatory ship Cornwall. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Farmery, Can- terbury. 26.— Dover ( Borough).— For stealing a coat and pair of trousers— ROBERT LOVETT, age 18, height 5 ft. 2 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes blue, tattoo marks on right arm; dress, dark grey suit, black reefer jacket. Recently discharged from the Reformatory ship (' ornwall. Information to Supt. Sanders, Dover. • LANCASHIRE. 27.— Bootle ( Borough).— For stealing, 9th inst, — a pneumatic safety bicycle, No. 2 Milton, diamond frame, " Westwood " rims, " Dunlop " tyres, dropped handle bar, 28- inch wheels, B. S. A. fittings, transfer on head and bottom tube; " The Milton, Milton Cycle Works, W. Burningham White, Ltd., Liver- pool," no brake or mudguards. A man who gave the name of R. W. JOHNSTON, age about 25, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion sallow, thin face, hair brown, clean shaved, eyes dark ; dress, dark grey ( coat) suit, blue and white check shirt, hard felt hat, wearing a ( supposed) gold watch and curb albert, and a gold breast pin set diamond or brilliant. Stated he was a music hall artifit. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Bootle. LINCOLNSHIRE. 28.— Stamford ( County). — For embezzling lis. 9d.— FRANK COY, age 19, height about 5 ft., slight build, complexion pale, hair black ; dress, dark overcoat with cape, black jacket, brown mixture cloth vest, light cloth trousers, white rubber collar, red tie, brown mixture cloth cap, heavy lace boots ( nearly new). A baker's apprentice. Stated he was going to seek employment at stables at Newmarket. Ab- sconded 2nd inst. Warrant issued. Information to Inspector Swaby, Stamford. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. 29.— Wellingborough (< ' ounty).— For larceny — ALBERT EDWARD WILSON ( supposed false), age 25 to 30, height about 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fair, hair ( inclined to ginger) and slight moustache light, upper front, teeth black, end of 2nd left finger injured; dress, black jacket and vest, light cloth trousers, dark tie, black hard felt hat " Dixon, London," inside, was wearing a metal watch in horn case, steel or metal chain, two silver medals attached with gold centre. Carried a brown wicker basket, oval top, containing a silver match box, mouth organ and towel. Stated he was a native of Preston, Lan- cashire, and that he was a goods checker on the Mid- land Railway. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Alexander, Wellingborough. OXFORDSHIRE. 30.— Caversham ( County).— For embezzlement — FREDERICK GASH, age 16, short and stout, complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes dark, right thumb deficient; dress, blue jacket and vest, grey trousers and cap, white shirt, blue stockings, strong nailed boots. A butcher's boy. May seek employ- ment at training stables. Native of Caversham. Warrant issued. Information to Inspector Hope, Caversham. 31.— Oxford ( County).— For larceny— THOMAS PULLEN, age 20, height 5 ft. 6^ in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes grey, large blister on one knee; dress, dark serge jacket and vest, light cloth trousers, grey cap or white straw hat, wearing military shirt, braces and boots, " No. 5593." A groom; native of Wokingham, Berks. Is an absentee from the Oxfordshire Light Infantry. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Oxford. 32.— Witney ( Counly).— For stealing, 14th inst. — a pneumatic safety bicycle. No. " P. 5203," sup- posed, on top of handle bars, diamond frame, tangent spokes, 28 in. wheels, " Wroodley" tyres, rat- trap pedals, brake and mudguards, cork handles, ivory ferrules ( one missing) — FIENNES BARRETT LENNARD, age about 19, height 5 ft. 9 in., well built, complexion and eyes dark, hair dark brown, carries his head forward ; sometimes ap- pears to be slightly lame; dress, fawn tweed cycling suit ( Norfolk jacket), plaid stockings, cap, low shoes. Has a relative residing in the Isle of Man, where he may visit. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Cooke, Witney. ROXBURGHSHIRE. 33.— Jedburgh ( County).— For stealing 1 single case silver English lever watch, yellow hands, sunk seconds, figured back, small dent thereon ; 1 ditto, steel hands, sunk seconds, back worn smooth; 1 double case silver verge, maker " Fell, Hexham," yellow hands, capped movement, glass deficient; 1 large size silver Geneva, yellow hands, sunk seconds, figured back, glass deficient; 1 lady's silver Geneva, small size, white dial, steel hands, glass deficient; 1 lady's very small keyless watch, black oxydised cases, white dial, yellow hands; 1 lady's silver Geneva, white dial, steel hands, " L. B." in monogram on back; all entrusted to repair— DAVID JOHNSTONE GLEND1NNING, age 26, height 5 ft. 6i in., very slight build, complexion fresh, hair light or flaxen, slight moustache ( light), eyes grey, left little finger deformed at second joint, right little finger crooked, scar above bridge of nose, circular scar back of left elbow, small scars on both hands, hair on right of chest; dress, when he absconded, 9th ult., black rib morning coat, dark narrow stripe trousers, black felt hat, thin lace boots, sometimes wears brown felt hat and brown gaiters ; of smart appearance. A watchmaker. Native of Dumfries. Has been previously convicted at Wigtown and Ayr. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, Roxburghshire Constabulary, Jedburgh. TUESDAY, APRIL 2(>, 1898. THE POLICE GAZETTE. 3 PORTRAITS OF PERSONS WANTED. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 34.— P Division.— Woodcut portrait and des- cription of Expiree JOSEPH THOMBLIN, alias BENJAMIN OTWAY, FRANCIS, VINCENT, TOMPKINS, and " UNCLE BEN," Office No. 88838, whose arrest is sought for murder at Peckham on 19th August, 1897, age 48 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 6 in., without shoes, complexion florid, hair light sandy ( very bald), eyes grey and sunken. May now be clean shaven, but usually grows a close- clipped ginger moustache, bristly eyebrows, top lip short and thick, large nose with enlarged bridge, carries head forward and stoops slightly, scars bridge of nose, both eyebrows, back of head, right knee, side of left knee, and bottom of first left finger ( cut); two moles left of neck, mcle right upper arm, left shoulder blade, and outerside left buttock. Sentenced at Chester Assizes, 21st April, 1882, to 10 years penal servitude for burglary at a pawnbrokers, and shooting at police at Macclesfield. Released on licence 26th December, 1889. On 6th February, 1890, he shipped as A. B. at Birkenhead on ss. Oratava to Valparaiso, South America, and back, and on the same vessel at Tilbury Docks, 6th June, 1890, he shipped as a coal trimmer, deserted at Williamstown, Australia, 17th July, 1890, and went to Creswick, Victoria, where he remained until April, 1896, when he returned to his relatives at Forest Gate, London, and from April, 1897, until the date of the murder he lived at Peckham on the prostitution of the murdered woman. Two days after the murder he is said to have been in Great Grimsby; on 30th Sep- tember last at Aldgate, City of London, and on 9th October last, and 9th inst., at Leytonstone, London. Prior to last conviction he was connected with the " Gipsy Coopers," and visited Kingston, Surrey, Liverpool and Birmingham. Is a native of Shore- ditch. When he absconded he left behind house- breaking implements, including wood wedges. He is known as an expert and dangerous shooting burglar. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. CAMBRIDGESHIRE. 35.— Cambridge ( Borough).— Woodcut portrait and description of WILLIAM PEED, a solicitor, whose apprehension is sought for forging 2 transfers of stock of the value of £ 1,250, embezzling £ 5,000, and stealing £ 111 10s. 6d. Age about 62, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion rather florid, hair, whiskers and moustache ( cut close) lightish brown ( turning grey), round shouldered, looks downward when walk- ing. He is believed to have had in his possession a quantity of old coins, including Spanish and American and gold coins of the reigns of James I., Charles I., Anne, Geo. II., III. and IV., and Louis XVII. He left Cambridge on 27th September last. May endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Holland, Cam- bridge. CUMBERLAND. 36. — Workington ( County). — Portrait and description of JOSEPH REAY, whose apprehension is sought for embezzling £ 15 12s. 7d., age 38, height about 5 ft. 7 in., slight build, complexion pale, hair and moustache brown, short sighted and wears round glasses; dress, dark blue serge suit, black overcoat with dark velvet collar, black hard felt liat, carried a brown Gladstone bag, rug, mackintosh and umbrella. Late secretary to a coal company. Native of Cocker- mouth. Stated at Preston, on 16th ult., that he was going to London. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hope, Workington. DEVONSHIRE. £ 50 REWARD. 37.— Barnstaple ( Borough).— Woodcut portrait and description of WILLIAM LOCK, late rate collector, whose apprehension is sought for em- bezzling £ 1,107, age 58, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fresh, hair ( bald on top) turning grey, slight grey moustache, prominent nose, slightly deaf, stoops when walking; an inveterate snuff taker ; usually dressed in dark clothes and black bowler hat. Had with him a brown leather hand bag. A bootmaker; native of Barnstaple. Absconded 25th ult. The above reward will be paid by the Town Council of Barnstaple to any person giving such information as will lead to the apprehension of Lock. Warrant issued. Information to the Head Constable, Barnstaple. STAFFORDSHIRE. 38.— Wolverhampton ( Borough). — Portrait and description of ALFRED WOOD, whose appre- hension iB sought for abandoning his child, 30th ult.— age about 32, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., rather slight build, complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes ( supposed) blue, round shouldered, and stoops. Is believed to be a groom. A native of Caskhill, Worcestershire. Has recently returned from America. Warrant issued. Information to Capt. Burnett, Chief Constable, Wolverhampton. SOMERSETSHIRE. 39.— Bath ( City).— For obtaining food and lodgings by false pretences, between 17th and 21st inst.— WILLIAM PEARCE, age about 40, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion ruddy, long face, hair ( turning grey) dark sandy, moustache sandy, impedi- ment in speech, and very deaf ; dress, black water- proof coat, plaid lining, brown sleeve vest, dark cord trousers, black hard felt hat, heavy nailed boots. Stated he was a wheelwright, and a native of Mangotsfield. Warrant issued. 40.— Bath ( City).— For stealing from his lodgings 1 open face silver English lever watch, plain glass ( cracked); 1 gold albert chain, large square hollow links, chased gold seal, dark stone one side, light stone on the other ; 1 silver Geneva watch, No. 7435, ornamental face; 1 gold albert, round link chain with American gold dollar attached— a man giving the name of " MOORE," age about 40, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion sallow, full face, moustache ( turning grey) and eyes ( full) dark ; dress, dark coat and vest, dark mixture tweed trousers, turn- down collar, light brown cap. Stated he was a canvasser for the Liver- pool Legal Friendly Society. 41.— Bath ( City).— For obtaining money by worthless cheques on the London and Provincial Bank, Limited, Sutton, Surrey, Branch; and the London and County Banking Company, Croydon Branch— CHARLES CUTHBERT, age about 35, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., hair ( short) turning grey, light moustache, cut close, prominent nose and cheek bones, speaks with north country accent; dress, black morning coat, side pockets with flaps, 2 vests ( 1 black, 1 striped, with white buttons), turn down collar, black tie, imitation diamond pin, black hard felt hat, lace boots, rather wide, wears a gold chain across vest. He represented to be an advance agent for a ventriloquist, engaged rooms, & c., for an entertain- ment ; he then produced a cheque for more than the amount agreed upon, received the balance, and decamped. Warrant issued. 42— Bath ' City).— For obtaining a new black mackintosh, with velvet collar, check lining, chain loop, length 52 inches, and £ 5, by a worthless cheque — F. DAVIDSON, alias D. DONALDSON, age about 27, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., rather slight build, complexion and moustache dark, well dressed. He represented himself to be a traveller to a London firm of stationers. Is wanted for similar offences elsewhere. See Case No. 89, 6th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Lieut. Col. Gwyn, Chief Constable, Bath. STAFFORDSHIRE. 48.— Wolverhampton( BoroH</ AV— Forstealing from a post office, a postal order, 11th inst.— A MAN, age about 40, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., stout build, 4 T H E POLICE GAZETTE. TUESDAY, APRIL 26, 1 8 9 8 . short sandy beard ; dress, dark suit, light overcoat, brown felt hat. The order was found cashed by the man who signed his name as " Albert White." Supposed wanted elsewhere for similar offences. Information to Capt. Burnett, Chief Constable, Wolverhampton. SUSSEX ( EAST). 44.— Hastings ( Borough).— For stealing, 11th inst., 1 black silk umbrella; 1 black satin skirt, with flounce; 1 white skirt, trimmed lace; 1 chemise, 1 pair drawers, 1 flannel petticoat and 1 nightdress, all trimmed embroidery; 1 vest, new, and marked " Galer" in black ink ; 1 Russian leather purse and £ 11— AGNES WINIFRED HAYES, a domestic servant, age 27, height 6 ft. 7 in., complexion and hair dark, eyes grey ; dress, black serge skirt, black silk blouse, black jacket with large pearl buttons, black straw hat trimmed heliotrope. Warrant issued. 45.— Hastings ( Borough).— For stealing, 9th inst., a bicycle, B. S. A. 1896 fittings, drop handle bar, slightly damaged, wood grips, 28- in. wheels, semi- tangent spokes, Scott's standard tyres, rat- trap pedals ( left B. S. A.), hubs painted white, recently black enamelled ROBERTS ( supposed false), age about 27, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion, hair and slight moustache dark, finger nails broken ; dress, black coat and vest, light trousers, black hard felt hat, button boots with patent fronts. Information to the Chief Constable, Hastings. SUSSEX ( WEST). 46.— Worthing ( County).— For burglary and stealing, 22nd inst., a Waterbury watch ; 1 18- carat gold ring, set 3 diamonds ; 1 12- carat ditto, set dia- mond, " 18. C " scratched thereon ; 1 18- carat ditto, set red coral; and 1 briar- wood pipe, with silver band round mouthpiece— CHARLES SMITH, age 38, height 5 ft. 5 in., slight build, complexion ( dark) sallow, left thumb slightly deformed, scar back of one hand ; dress, blue jersey, old dark plaid trousers, black felt hat, may be wearing an old brown over- coat. Was discharged from the Royal Sussex Regiment in 1892. May be found near Barracks, & c. Warrant issued: Information to Supt. Bridger, Worthing. WARWICKSHIRE. 47.— Leamington ( Borough). — For stealing, 18th inst., 2 bicycles ( recovered) EDWARDS ( supposed false), age about 20, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., wearing dark clothing and cap HARBON ( supposed false), age 18 to 20, height about 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair inclined to sandy ; wearing dark clothes and cap. Supposed wanted elsewhere for similar offences. Information to Chief Constable Brabner, Leaming- ton. WILTSHIRE. 18.— Trowbridge ( County). — For obtaining a bicycle ( recovered) by false pretences, 7th inst.— GEORGE FELTON ( supposed false), age about 25, height about 5 ft. 11 in., complexion sallow, hair dark, supposed slight dark moustache; dress, black jacket and vest, grey mixture trousers, lace boots, black hard felt hat; was wearing eyeglasses ; carried a check coloured mackintosh. Of gentlemanly ap- pearance and good address. Stated he was a medical assistant and a native of Chiswick, London. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Tyler, Trowbridge. 49.— Warminster ( County). — For obtaining £ 3 10s. by a worthless cheque— H. B. WATSON ( supposed false), age about 28, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion and hair dark; dress, light brown mixture cycling suit, dark blue fancy vest, brown stockings, light brown boots, brown cap; wore a leather watch guard. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Lane, Warminster. WORCESTERSHIRE. 50.— Stourbridge ( County).— For obtaining, 11th inst., 21s. by a worthless cheque— FRANK ASHMAN, alias CHARLES CUTHBERT, age about 35, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., slight build, hair ( cut short) and slight moustache turning grey, of smart appearance; dress, black cloth morning coat and vest, brown and grey mixture cloth trousers, white turn- down collar, dark tie, black hard felt hat, light lace boots, was wearing a gold ring. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Pugh, Stourbridge. —. YORKSHIRE ( NORTH RIDING). 51.— Northallerton1; ( County).— For stealing, 14th inst., a metal purse,' watch shape, a fourpenny piece, dated 1824, and £ 5 7s.— a man, who gave the name of ROBERT THOMPSON, age about 30, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, moustache sandy ; dress, dark navy blue suit, trousers much worn at bottoms, hard felt hat. He took lodgings, stating he had obtained work at a linoleum factory ; also stated he was a native of Glasgow. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Hutchinson, Northallerton. YORKSHIRE ( WEST RIDING). 52.— Bamsley ( County).— For stealing, 24th ult., at Old Mill, Monk Bretton, 1 round silver brooch, 3 legs in gold in centre ; 1 pair brown calico drawers ; 1 red flannel petticoat, 2 rows black feather stitching round bottom; 1 under skirt, yellow flowered ; 1 black flowered skirt; 1 brown three- quarter cape with brown velvet collar; 1 white pocket handkerchief— A WOMAN, age about 18, height 5 ft., complexion sallow, hair dark brown, eyes blue, scar left wrist. Supposed wearing stolen clothing, brown velvet hat, trimmed coloured velvet ribbon and yellow roses, old cloth side spring boots. Information to Supt. Kane, Court House, Barns- ley. 53.— Otley ( County).— For stealing a horse ( re- covered)— ROBERT GILBERTSON, age 47, height 5 ft. 11 in., complexion dark, hair dark brown, end of nose thick and slightly turned up; dress, black jacket and vest, dark cord trousers, dark cap, blue neckerchief. A native of Boroughbridge. May be found with low horse dealers. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Strain, Otley. 54.— Wakefield ( City).— For failing to report his change of residence — Supervisee THOMAS KING, alias ALBERT PEARSON, OfficeNo. 46501, age 44, height 5 ft. lOf in., hair ( turning grey) dark, eyes grey, slender build, long face, scars left of head, right breast, each shoulder blade, inside left forearm, back of 1st finger and right knee. A collier, native of Sheffield. Sentenced at Oldham, 26th October, 1888, to 5 years penal servitude and 7 years police super- vision for larceny. Was also sentenced at Rother- ham Borough, 21st March last, to 12 months imprisonment for failing to report, and specially liberated 17th inst. Information to Chief Constable Harris, Wakefield. 55.— Barnsley ( Borough).— For obtaining money by false pretences, 9th inst.— JOHN ROBERTS ( supposed false), age about 30, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., stiff build, complexion fair, moustache sandy; dress, black jacket suit, cream colour tie, soft black hat. He represented that he was a compositor at a local newspaper office. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Butler, Barnsley. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. HEREFORDSHIRE. 56.— Weobly ( County).— Committed for trial at next Assizes for arson— JAMES SULLIVAN, alias SUMMERS, age 32, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion dark, hair and whiskers dark brown, moustache light brown, eyes brown, slight cut scar right wrist and inside left knee; dress, long black coat, grey vest and trousers, grey scarf, black hard hat, all old, the appearance of a tramp. Supposed a native of White- haven. Has been previously convicted at Shipston- on- Stour, Upton- on- Severn, Droitwich, Manchester and Oldham. Information to Supt. Strangward, Weobly. SHROPSHIRE. 57.— Wellington ( County).— Sentenced, 14th inst., to one month imprisonment for larceny— WILLIAM JUDSON, alias KIPPER, age 19, height 5 ft. in., complexion dark, round face, hair ( bald in places) black, eyes blue ; nail of 1st right finger has been crushed ; dress, black jacketand vest ( bound with black braid), blue cord trousers, blue and white neckerchief, peak cap, slippers with rubber soles. A basket maker. HENRY WILLIAMS, alias NEEDLES, age 17, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion fair ; rather long face and nose, hair ( long in front) light brown, eyes grey ; dress, brown cloth jacket, dark blue tweed vest, dark blue striped trousers, blue and white check shirt, blue neckerchief with red and white flowers, side spring boots. A bicycle rim maker. Both natives of Birmingham. Supposed previously convicted and wanted elsewhere. | Information to Chief Supt. Edwards, Wellington. SOMERSETSHIRE. 58— Temple Cloud ( County).— Remanded till 31st inst., for housebreaking and stealing a silver watch- case— EDWARD DAVIS ( supposed false), age 40 to 45, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair ( bald on top) brown, eyes blue, left forefinger deformed ; dress, black jacket and vest, dark striped cloth trousers, brown cloth cap, light lace boots. Found in his possession, supposed proceeds of a larceny: 1 cut lava brooch, set in gold; 1 silver brooch, made of a badge of the 84th Regiment, in a yellow plush case; 2 silver brooches, a piece of light hair in one, pin of other missing; 1 gold scarf- pin, with pearl in centre ; 1 silver scarf- pin ; 1 lady's gilt watch chain; 1 gilt albert; 2 army razors; 1 morocco leather purse ; 1 clothes brush ; 1 bicycle oil- can and pump- tube; and 3 pawntickets ( 1 for a silver lever, No. 8156, pledged 21st ult. with Coleman Follick, Cardiff; 1 for a silver albert and brooch, pledged 21st ult. with Barnett Jacobs, Cardiff; 1 for a silver verge watch, No. 1052, and silver albert, pledged 18th inst. with F. W. & C. A. Adams, New Swindon). Information to Supt. Brown, Temple Cloud. YORKSHIRE ( NORTH RIDING). 59.— Whitby ( County).— Remanded till 28th inst., charged with committing an aggravated assault — WILLIAM HORSLEY, age 38, height 5 ft. 9£ in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, clean shaved, eyes blue ; dress, brown coat, black vest, cord trousers, light cap, strong lace boots, blue muffler. A tramp- ing labourer; native of Shanington, Oxford. JOHN SMITH, age 40, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion dark, hair black, moustache dark brown, eyes brown, right forefinger deficient; dress, blue morning coat, mole- skin vest, cord trousers, blue muffler, brown cap. A native of Keighley, Yorks. Information to Supt. Allen, Whitby. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 60.— W. Division.— 21st inst., by housebreak- ing— 3 gold bangles ( 1 small, daisy in centre, stock mark, N/ E; 1 9- carat row of pearls, N/ L/ D; 1 9- carat anchor and rope pattern, set pearls, N/ L/-); 4 gold curb bracelets, with padlocks ( 1 marked N/ ND/ F, 1 N/ NE/ F, 2 NS/- on padlocks. Brooches: 1 15- carat, set diamonds, N/ ND/ D; 1 ditto, set pearls, N/ U/ D; 1 ditto, set pearls and turquoise, L/-/-; 1 ditto, set diamonds, N/ X/-; 1 ditto, N/ U/-; 12 marked N/ ND/ F, N/ NE/ F or NS/-; brooches and earrings marked N/ ND/ F, N/ NE/ F or N S. Chains : 1 gold albert, 18- carat, weight 2 oz. 10 dwts.; 30 ditto, and 20 lady's ditto, 9- carat small brass tabs, marked N, ND, F or NE ; several sets of earrings, 1 pair single stone diamond, set in silver, screw fastenings, odd gold nuts. Rings: 1 gent's diamond and sapphire clus- ter, F/ NL/ D; 1 ditto snake, 18- carat, 5 or 6 diamonds in head, F/ NG/ A ; 1 lady's single stone diamond, N/ U-; 1 ditto, 18- carat, E/-/-; 1 ditto, diamond and ruby, L/-/-; 1 ditto, diamond and sapphire, N/ NG/-; 1 ditto, pearl and diamond, L/-/-; 1 ditto, diamond and sapphire, F/ X/-; 1 gent's single stone diamond snake, L/-/-; 1 gent's snake, set 2 diamonds, L/ NU/ D; 1 ditto, diamond and pearl, L/ E/-; 1 ditto, single stone diamond, L/-/-; 1 ditto, snake, set diamond and sapphires, L/-/-; 1 lady's half hoop, set 5 diamonds, L/ NE/-; 45 lady's fancy dress, 15 and 18- carat, set small diamonds, pearls, sapphires, rubies, and various coloured stones; 80 22- carat wedding, 48 18- carat keepers, all marked with one or more of the following : N/-, L, F, R, E, D, ; U, S, X ; 1 heavy twisted gold chain, 9- carat, NF/ A/-; 1 ditto, NL/ A/-; 10 ditto, NL/, U/-, N/ A, S/-, X/-; 2 18- carat curb twisted, N/-/-. N/ L/ A. Watches : 1 gent's gold English lever, 18- carat cases, cream dial, cases worn, D/ E/-; 1 ditto, Swiss lever keyless, R/ X/-; 1 do., keyless, 14- carat cases, F/ X/-; 1 do., demi- hunter, R/-/-; 1 ditto keyless, 15- carat cases, L/ X/-, engine- turned cases; 1 ditto, plain cases; 1 ditto keyless demi- hunter, makers " Kendall & Dent, L/ X/-; 3 ladies' gold demi- hunters, keyless, F/ E/-; 1 ditto, 18- carat, L/ X/-; 1 ditto, 14 carat, N/ E/-; 1 lady's keyless, 14- carat, N/ U/-; 2 ditto, 18- carat, N/ NL/-, L/ X/-; 1 gent's silver English lever " Gallop " on dial, L/ E/-. Geneva watches marked on inner case near hinge ; English levers on inside outer case. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. CARDIGANSHIRE. 61.— Aberystwyth ( County). — 20th ult.— a lady's sealskin coat, three quarter length, lined quilted brown satin, collar and piece down front brown racoon, " Swan & Edgar, Waterloo House, London," on collar. Information to Supt. Phillips, Aberystwyth. TUESDAY, APRIL 2(>, 1 8 9 8. THE POLICE GAZETTE. 3 CARMARTHENSHIRE. 62.— Carmarthen ( County).— lgthinst.— a road racer safety bicycle, nearly new, " The Arrow," on frame, black enamelled, Dunlop tyres, wheels 28 in., Westwood rims and fittings, gear wheel iirst grade interchangeable, geared over 70, bull dog rat- trap winged pedals, tread in., llat handle bar. No. on centre, felt handles, no brake or mudguards, back stays and fork oval shape, Brooks' saddle, B. 10; facsimile of the " Psycho" bicycle ( except that it bears the name of " Herbert Jones & Co., 49, King Street, Carmarthen," with the Arrow in centre on transverse head). Information to Deputy Chief Constable Harris, Carmarthen. CHESHIRE. 63.— Chester ( Count!/),— 21st inst., at Cheadle — a safety bicycle, 21 in. frame, 28 in. wheels, joint- less hollow rims, plain Dunlop tyres, about 4 in. of new rubber let in back tyre, Brampton block chain, tangent spokes, B. S. A. fittings, rat- trap pedals, Brook's B. 10 saddle, drop handle bars, plating worn, " Garrison Cycle Co., Broadfield," painted on front. Information to Supt. Oldham, Chester. (')!.— Egremoilt County).— 23rd inst.— 1 lady's small gold watch, with gold dial; 1 gold lever hunter watch, No. 25891, monogram C. . J. L. on back; 1 small gold chain with small links; 1 18- carat double albert, links and bar stamped ; 1 lady's diamond dress ring, set with 5 diamonds,, large one in centre and graduated smaller; 1 18- carat gold oblong locket, about in. long « , nd 1 in. wide, raised monogram C. J. L. on one side, spaces for photographs ; 1 gold horse- shoe scarf pin, set with pearls. Information to Chief Supt. Hindley, Egreinont 65.— Chester ( City) — 3rd, 4th and 5th inst., at Chester races— 1 gold watch, No. 623710, French make ; 1 gold centre seconds watch, No. 6670, maker " Beardsworth " ; 1 silver lever, No. 137112 ; 1 ditto, No. 30233, maker " Samuels, Manchester"; 1 ditto, No. 3808, maker " Welsh"; 1 silver Waltham, No. 1873860, and 1 silver Swiss watch, No. 320501/ 71240. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Chester. DERBYSHIRE. 66.— Bakewell ( Count;/).— 18th inst.— 2 safety bicycles, 1st, " Royal Enfield Path Racer," No. 11975, " Royal Enfield " on head, Dunlop path racing tyres with Smith's bands, 24 in. frame, dropped handle bar, corrugated felt handles, Eadie block chain, 28 in. wheels, geared to 72J, pedals and fittings marked " Eadie"; the other same make, No. 14497, path- racing Dunlop tyres, forward lug on handle bar, cork handles, geared to about 80, pedals and fittings marked " Eadie." Information to Supt. Lytle, Bakewell. ESSEX. 67.— Brentwood ( County).— 6th inst., by shop- breaking— 2 bicyles: 1st, a diamond frame pneu- matic safety, drooping handles, cork ends, Beeston tyres, enamelled black ( nearly new); 2nd, a " Rudge Whitworth," Dunlop tyres, straight spokes and handles, roller chain— Supposed by TWO MEN, 1st, age 30 to 40, wearing a dirty light brown suit; 2nd, age about 20, hair curled over forehead, wearing a light grey suit and cap. Information to Supt. Allen, Brentwood. KENT. 70.— Folkestone ( Borough).— 18th inst.— 2 18- carat gold bracelets, ring and lozenge shape alter- nately; 1 gold ring, set 2 diamonds and 3 rubies; 1 gold signet ring ( crest, a lion); 1 mosaic ring, mounted with roses ; 1 ditto cross, with lamb in centre ; 1 silver gilt muff chain. Information to Supt. Taylor, Town Hall, Folke- stone. 71.— Gravesend ( Borough).— 16th inst., by housebreaking— 1 lady's gold Geneva watch ; 1 long gold neck chain, small square links attached ; 1 gent's old silver lever watch ; 1 pair of long drop gold ear- rings ; 1 silver bracelet, studded with roses; 1 silver bracelet, chased ; 1 lady's gold ring, set with hair; 1 lady's gold ring, set with pearls ; 1 old fashioned gold brooch ; 1 silver brooch, horse shoe and whip across ; 1 necklace, set with imitation pearls ; 1 gold bangle, " M" in pearls on same; 1 chased silver bangle ; 1 red leather purse, with brass fastening, containing £ 7 4s. 6d. Suspicion is attached to TWO MEN— 1st, age 30 to 40, height 5 ft. 9 in., com- plexion pale, round face, black drooping moustache; 2nd, age 20 to 30, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fair, light side whiskers. Both dressed in light clothes and hard felt hats. Information to Chief Constable Thornton, Graves- end. HAMPSHIRE. 68.— Bournemouth ( County).— Between 2nd and 3rd inst., by housebreaking— 1 lady's gold Eng- lish lever watch, gold dial, chased rim, plain centre, black hands, makers " Finer & Newland, London," a lady's long gold neckchain attached. Information to Supt. Foster, Bournemouth. 69.— Portsmouth ( Borough).— 23rd inst.— 1 gold bracelet watch, very small, red face, large • diamond in centre of face, other diamonds on bracelet and watch, clasp fastening, small gold safety chain attached ; 1 very small red enamel watch, in shape of a ball set with diamonds ; 1 gold swallow brooch, set with diamonds; 1 small blue enamel brooch, shape of a ribbon and buckle, set with pearls; 1 round gold brooch, set with large diamond in centre, surrounded with smaller ones ; 1 lady's gold dress ring, set with tln'ee very large diamonds, smaller diamonds in between ; 2 small gold flies, bodies set with small diamonds, rubies for eyes; 1 gold Jubilee brooch, set with diamonds, with rose, shamrock, thistle, and date 1897 in enamel; 2 diamond swallow safety pin brooches. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Portsmouth. LANCASHIRE. 72.— Salford ( Borough).— 12th inst., by house- breaking— 4 lady's gold rings ( 1 set with 4 emeralds, 2 set red stones); 1 gold keeper ring; 1 spade ace guinea, in good condition, 3 links of a 15- carat gold albert attached ; 1 lady's silver Geneva watch and a pair of silver sleeve links. 73.— Salford ( Borough).— 6th inst., by shop- breaking— a silver hunter Waltham lever watch, No. 1962687, hall marked cases; 1 silver Geneva chronograph watch, No. 13433 ; 1 set of gold- fronted studs and links, plain ; 1 set ditto, engraved; 1 9- carat gold necklet, 3 links of coral beads, 1 link large round graduated beads; 1 15- carat gold single stone garnet ring ; 1 15- carat gold buckle ring, set turquoise ; 1 lady's 9- carat gold dress ring; 1 9- carat single stone garnet ring ; 1 ditto hollow ; 1 9- carat gold wire setting garnet ring ; 1 9- carat gold seal and watch key combined ; 1 9- carat plain hollow signet ring ; 1 lady's 15 carat ruby and pearl ring ; 1 ditto 9- carat garnet ring, 5 stones, old style diamond setting ; 1 ditto 15- carat sapphire and pearl cluster dress ring ; 1 ditto 9- carat single stone paste ring ; 1 9- carat gold wire twisted ring ; 2 9- carat signet rings, set bloodstones ; 1 lady's 9- carat gold dress ring; 2 black silks ; 1 blue spot silk ; 2 broken check silks and 7 shepherd's plaids. All the jewellery has one of the following pawnbrokers marks scratched thereon :— Y LL/ V, L/-, T/-, E/ V, E/ O, T/ T, U/-, P/-, R/ V, YY/-. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Salford. NORTHUMBERLAND. 74.— Berwick- OU- Tweed ( Borough). — 14th inst., a large silver English lever watch, No. 23,206, black chapters, in good condition. Information to Supt. Garden, Berwick- on- Tweed. OXFORDSHIRE. 75.— Caversham ( County). — 20th inst. — a lady's 18- carat gold ring, 3 small diamonds ( largest in centre) set in an oval shaped twist of gold above and under which are small knobs of gold, one broken off; 1 silver oval shaped brooch, rough edge," Annie " in centre. Information to Inspector Hope, Caversham. SUSSEX ( EAST). 76.— Brighton ( Borough).— 10th inst.— a safety " Crichton" bicycle, makers " Robinson Cycle Company, Clapham Junction," on transfer on head tube, yellow wooden rims, black enamel frame, " G. & J." racing tyres, one new and one old pedal, toe clips, drop handle bars, tangent spokes, 28- inch wheels. Information to Chief Constable Carter, Brighton. 77.— Eastbourne ( Borough).— Between 18th and 25th ult.— a " Royal Psycho Roadster " bicycle, 21 in. frame, transfer on head and back mudguard " Cavendish Cycle Co., Eastbourne," and a blue gear wheel on gold ground, plated spokes, Dunlop tyres, American rat- trap pedals, leather handle grips, brake minus a spring, no gear case or bracket cotter on the chain side, top tube is rather kinked towards the head. 16th inst.— a silver Geneva hunter watch, maker " Benson, Ludgate Hill," No. 75707, engine turned cases, white dial, black hands and figures ; a silver albert, long links joined together with round links composed of rings, supposed metal bar. 78.— Eastbourne ( Borough).— 16th inst.— a silver Geneva hunter watch, No. 75707, engine turned cases, shield with garter, white dial, black hands and figures, maker " Benson, Ludgate Kill" ; a silver albert, long links joined together with round links composed of rings, supposed metal bar. Information to Chief Constable Plumb, East- bourne. 79.— Hastings ( Borough).— Between 9th and 19th inst.— 1 gold brooch, li in. long, 6 diamonds in centre; 1 porcelain brooch, set in gold with Italian view in centre; 1 gold brooch with hair; 1 lady's gold single stone diamond ring ; 1 lady's gold ring, set with coral; 1 lady's gold locket, 5 red stones in centre ; 1 gold neckchain, about 2 ft. long, small link pattern. Information to Chief Constable Baker, Hastings. SUSSEX ( WEST). 80.— Worthing '( County).— 16th linst., 2 ladies' gold watches ( 1 English lever, " M. G." on back of case, other a small Geneva, No. 9025); 1 small fancy gold chain, with bronze medal crucifix one side, cup with ball therein the other ; and a motlier- o'- pearl cross attached ; 1 brown purse with a sliding compartment at side, " Gold " thereon, " M. Green- wood, Whinfield, Ossett," on flap, containing £ 4 5s. and a small bicycle lock key— by A MAN, age about 30, height 4 ft. 5 or 6 in., hair and moustache ( heavy) dark ; dress, dark cloth suit, brown cloth cap, brown kid gloves, carried an umbrella. May visit seaside towns on the south coast. Information to Supt. Bridger, Worthing. WARWICKSHIRE. 81.— Leamington ( Borough).— 19th inst.— a diamond brooch, crescent shape, set mostly small stones, inner part filled in with diamond scroll work. Suspicion is attached to TWO MEN who called at the shop on the pretence of making a purchase, both age 23 to 25, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in. ; dress, dark morning coat suits, hard felt hats, gloves, one clean shaved, full face, and wore a blue tie with imitation diamond pin. Information to Chief Constable Brabner, Leam- ington. YORKSHIRE ( WEST RIDING). 82.— Doncaster ( Borough).— 19th inst.— a lady's silver watch, No. 2310, long gold chain with small links attached; 1 gent's silver lever keyless watch, No. 456267, H. V. W. on back, makers A. W. Woodmansey & Son, Doncaster; a brown check Inverness mackintosh coat, large check lining; about 18 silk mufflers of different patterns. 20th inst.— a dark blue melton overcoat, double- breasted, velvet collar and grey lining. Information to Chief Constable Lister, Doncaster. PROPERTY FOUND. YORKSHIRE ( WEST RIDING). 83.— Otley ( County).— 21st inst., left, at an hotel ( supposed stolen)— a Coventry Cross Special Safety bicycle, No. 56056, black enamelled frame and mud- guard, plated handle bar, brake and bell, Albion saddle, " King of the Road" lamp, brown leather tool bag and inflator, Dunlop Welsh pneumatic tyres and cork handles ( nearly new)— by A MAN, age about 30, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion pale, hair brown, clean shaved ; dress, black coat and vest, grey mixture trousers, brown cap, lace boots. Information to Supt. Strain, Otley. PROPERTY FOUND IN POSSESSION OF PRISONERS. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 84. — Criminal Investigation Depart; ment.— Found in possession of JAMES BULLOCK ^ Expiree No. 38087), charged with receiving— 7 gold watches, viz. ( 1 gent's English lever, No. 6250, maker " Wm. Arnold, Liverpool "; 1 gent's 6 THE POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, MAY 27, 1898. patent lever, No. 40288, " Ulysse Tissot, Locle," on inside case ; 5 ladies' Genevas, Nos. 149668, 80285, 149504, 149592, and 140642, Swiss make ; 2 with flowered dials); 15 gents' silver lever watches ( Nos. 41727, 26901 on works, and 264998 on outer case, maker " A. Hollyhead, 81, Wicker, Sheffield"; 14649, " Allison & Co., Glasgow"; 85696, double case; 12608, " Reid & Sons, Newcastle on- Tyne " ; 1304, " Dumint & Son, Clieapsido *'; 148010,'" Geo. Edwards & Sons, 92, Buchanan Street, Glasgow " ; 2087. " Hurst, Leeds"; 388524, " Lancashire Watch Co." on dial; 24801, " Lister & Son, New- castle- on- Tvne" ; 342914; 42904, " Michael Beal, 72. Far Gate, Sheffield" ; 94646 on works, 94649on case, " Lister & Son, Mosley Street, Newcastle- on- Tyne "; 84504, " Durrant & Son, 40, Clieapside " ; 1816129, " Waltham Lever, Mass"); 21 gents' silver Geneva watches ( Nos. 1269854 ; 17438 ; 2745, " Examined by R. Rubens, 68, Bold Street, Liver- pool," on case; No. 187628 on outer case, 629 on inner case; No. 40921 on works, 848 on case; 649981 on inner case, 646961 on outer case; 42189 ; 80961, J- hunter; 11247, altered to 12447; 36864, " 300 S/ O " scratched on inner case ; 2914; 65277651 on works, 464 on case; " American Watch Co., Waltham, Mass.," 4289, fancy dial; 3733, " J. Gindrat A Cie, The New Date Time Keeper" on dial, and 58732 on outer case; 64408, appears to have been altered from 61108; 60008; 176804, Swiss make; 12606, J- hunter; and 2 keyless, "" Water- proof" on dial, no numbers ; 60855, cylinder escape- ment, 4 holes jewelled, " Bautte, Geneve " on inside ca. se); 6 ladies' Geneva silver watches ( Nos. 166094, f- hunter; 66281, fancy dial; 144463; 18048, f- hunter; 88061, chased back, fancy dial; 25089, " Examined by R. Rubens, 68, Bold Street, Liverpool," on inner case. 15 metal watches ( Nos. 35345; 95617, " Providence Watch Co." chased case ; 46317; 14580, double case ; 25679, " 69, 49098 " scratched 1 aside; 3336; 85115; 2164; 10694, " Graham, London" ; 7616, duplex; 30556, lady's ; 23898, " Tobias, signe Devite, 15 rubis" on inner case; 2 Waterbury; 1 yellow metal horseshoe clock and barometer combined,. 19 stamped thereon ; 1 brooch, Jubilee pattern ( V. R. and crown); 1 ditto, blue stone, crown on top ; 1 silver ditto, acorn ; 1 ditto, frog, green stones, diamond eyes; 1 ditto, horseshoe, ivy- leaves and hearts entwined; 1 silver gilt ditto, star; 1 wire ditto, " Ivittie " ; 1 silver ditto, 3 hearts, set rose diamonds ; 1 gold ditto, cameo— lady's head ; 6 pairs white sapphire earrings in cases ; 9 silver cigar- cutters, various shapes and patterns ; 6 pairs coral earrings ; 1 amber necklace; 1 mother- o'- pearl ditto, set on silver chain; 1 pair silver solitaires; 1 set coral studs in case ; 4 gold horseshoe pins ; 2 ditto cameo pins ; 3 ditto pearl pins ; 1 ditto beetle pin ; 1 gold pin, serpent pattern ; 2 ditto, set blue stones, centre stones missing; 2 dttto, set red, blue and white stones ; 1 gold claw pin. holding ball; 55 rings, various patterns and settings ; 1 pair earrings, blue enamel, lion on crown in centre, set in silver; 1 silver pendant, padlock pattern ; 1 pocket- case of surgical instruments, " N. Anderson " stamped thereon, maker's name " W. B. Hilliard & Son, Glasgow " ; 1 crocodile leather case, about 9 in. by 2 jn., " W7m. McLaren" engraved thereon; 1 large magnifying glass, ebony case ; 1 pair field- glasses, in case, maker's name " Steward, Opticans, Strand ; 1 pair opera- glasses, " N. White- house, 2, Cranbourne- street, Leicester- square " there- on ; 1 large silver soup ladle ; 1 cream colour skin card- case, " G. G." with coronet in centre ( silver monogram), set pearls, rubies and diamonds; a quantity of loose stones, in two packets ; 5 Jubilee 3d.- pieces, gilded, 1887; 1 brown leather kit bag, " F. C." on side, blue cross at ends ; brown leather collar box, " G. B." thereon ; 1 large antique gold watch key, imitation locket in centre, set large square red and white stones; 1 small purple colour seal, " Elizabeth " thereon ; 1 ditto, " prepay your letters " thereon ; 1 bronze seal, figures of man and boy, red stone ; 1 seal, " G. C." thereon ; 1 ditto, " J. A." in old English, and a dog on mound ; 1 small gold and silver pencil, owl shape, ruby eyes ; 1 small gold pencil, set turquoise; 1 small silver pencil, set blue stones ; 4 silver charms ( kettle, teapot, wild boar, bell) ; 1 set silver charms ( heart, cross and anchor, Marie and Jesus on heart); 1 small charm ( well and bucket); 1 small silver kettle charm, set 3 blue stones ; 1 gold charm, lion ; 1 set charms ( spade, mattock and watering pot) ; 1 gold Maltese cross, en- graved ; 1 small plain gold pencil; 2 large paste brooches ( 1 crescent, 1 cluster). Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. PERSONS or BODIES FOUND. BRECONSHIRE. & 5.— Crickhowell ( County).— 18th; inst., at Llangorse, the body of A MAN, age about* 60, length 5 ft. 7 in., hair, whiskers and moustache dark brown ( turning grey) ; dress, brown cord suit, brown stockings, grey Welsh flannel shirt, braces, supposed marked " Merthyr Union," strong nailed boots. Supposed dead about three weeks. Information to Supt. Winterson, Crickhowell. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 86.— Stroud ( County).— Found in a dying state, 19th inst., at Stonehouse ( since dead), a woman, who gave the name of BRIDGET BUTLER, age 68, length 5 ft. 5 in., slight build, complexion sallow, small features, hair and eyes grey ; dress, black short jacket, black skirt, 5 petticoats ( 2 red flannelette, 1 striped, 1 black, 1 white); blue and white spotted apron, a pair of men's cycling stockings, old crape bonnet, old lace boots, carried an old black jacket and a small canvas bag. Supposed an Irishwoman. Information to Supt. Harrison, Stroud. MISCELLANEOUS. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 87.— Criminal Investigation Depart- ment.— Wanted at Belgium for unnatural offences, JULES GHESQUIERE, age 44, height 6 ft., com- plexion fresh freckled, hair ( bald), and moustache reddish, eyes grey, end of right middle finger deficient, walks quickly. A native of Courtrai. It is requested that any information as to his whereabouts may be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W7. APPREHENSIONS. 88.— Metropolitan Police District, W Division.— C'ISSIE and NELLIE CARTER, alios DE LISLE, Case No. 1, 15th ult.. and remanded. 89.— Metropolitan Police District, X Division.— TWO MEN, Case No. 8, 13th inst., and bicycles recovered. 90.— Berkshire, Reading ( County). — HARRY CROOK, Case No. 7, 20tli inst. 91. — Cambridgeshire. Cambridge ( Borough).— WILLIAM SIMPSON, Case No. 5, 8th ult. 92.— Hampshire, Portsmouth ( Borough). — WALTER BARGENT, Case No. 19, and AL- BERT WILLIAMS, Case No. 20, 20th inst. 93.— Hampshire, Southampton ( Borough). — ANDREW MUIR, Case No. 25, 20th inst. 94.— Lancashire, Leigh (( ouuty).— MAR- TIN RANAGAN, or RALIGEN, Case No. 33, 19th November, 1897, and sentenced, 23rd inst., to 1 month imprisonment. 95.— Lancashire, Blackburn ( Borough).— Expiree WILLIAM JACKSON, Office No. 3200- 97, Case 38, 21st January, 1898, and sentenced at Lan- caster, 4th ult., to 12 months hard labour for larceny. 96.— Yorkshire ( West Riding), Barnsley ( County).— WALTER WAINWRIGHT, Case No. 67, 14th January last. 97.— Yorkshire ( West Riding), Wake- field ( City).— J. BOWEN, Case No. 51, 8th ult., and committed for trial at Boston. Lincolnshire. LATEST INFORMATION, PERSONS IN CUSTODY. BERKSHIRE. 98.— Wokingham [ County).— Remanded till 31st inst., for larceny— WILLIAM GOSLING, age 36, height 5 ft. 5£ in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, scar on chin and right of head ; dress, brown jacket, grey and black stripe trousers, grey cap, all old. A tramp, plays a tin whistle in the streets and public- houses. States he lias been in custody elsewhere. Information to Supt. Molsher, Wokingham. ESSEX. 99.— Saffron Walden ( County).— Committed for trial at next Assizes at Chelmsford, on three charges of burglary— Expiree JAMES DAVIS, alias HARVEY, LEIGH and JACKSON, Office No. 3523- 97, age 74, height 5 ft. in., complexion fair, hair and whiskers grey, eyes grey, scar left top of head, right knee, shin, and front left upper arm, bleeding marks bend of right arm. A native of Man- chester ; dress, black hard felt hat, long black mackintosh, long brown overcoat. Sentenced at Surrey Sessions, 26th January, 1881, to 14 years penal servitude for larceny; also at Chelmsford Assizes, 30th November, 1891, to 8 months hard labour for burglary, and at Cambridge, 25th October, 1895, to 18 months hard labour and licence revoked for receiving. Liberated on 3rd licence 6th Decem- ber, 1897. Z H 30. Information to Supt. Pryke, Saffron Walden. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 100.— N Division.— 17th inst.— 1 lady's gold half- hoop ring, set 5 diamonds ; 1 ditto, set 2 sapphires and 8 diamonds ; 1 lady's fancy dress ditto, set 5 pink corals ; 1 ditto, set emeralds and 2 rubies ; 2 gold bracelets ( one set cut lava stones, safety chain, re- paired in two places, attached ; the other with pad- lock attached, " M. E. J., April 20, 1897," thereon); 1 small gold brooch, glass back, containing brown hair ; 1 gold ditto, 2 bars entwined by twisted cable, set 2 rubies; 1 lady's gold albert, spade guinea and pencil attached; 1 pearl necklet, heart pendant, dia- mond in centre; 15 silver bangles, 1 surrounded by various coins. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office. New Scotland Yard, S. W. KENT. 101.— Folkestone ( Borough).— 23rd inst., from a railway parcel van, a small box containing 8 silver cases, each containing gold- mounted cigarette tubes ; 4 pairs silver sugar tongs; 4 silver sugar sifters; 1 salts bottle, plain silver mount. Information to Supt. Taylor, Folkestone. SURREY. 102.— Chertsey ( County).— 23rd inst., by bur- glary at Egham— 2 crescent pearl brooches; 1 large old- fashioned gold watch ; 1 gold hunter; 1 lady's gold watch; 1 large gold brooch, set yellow topaz; 1 lady's ring, set 5 diamonds; 1 brass aneroid; 6 old- fashioned silver fruit knives, pearl handles; 1 miniature of a gentleman, set pearls ; and a cheque book on Ashley's Bank in name of S. G. Wild. Information to Supt. Hackman, Chertsey. APPREHENSIONS. 103.— Metropolitan Police District. A Division— ALFRED DAVIS, Case No. 1, 20th inst. LOST. Since 6th inst., two daisy- shape diamond brooches, 10 leaves, both set with about 31 stones, large one ISp in centre, can also be used as hairpins or pendants. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. LONDON: PRIWTKO FOB HER MA. JKSTY'S STATIONERY OFFICE BY HARMER AND HARLEY, LTD., 39 TO 44, COWPER STREET FINSBDRY, B. C.