TS3B PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, MARCH 23, 1900. VOL. XVII., No. 1694 GAZETTE R E Gr IT ] L T I O M" S - 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 j/ erson responsible for the payment must be given, and the exact conditions must, be clearly stated. 5. Portraits of persons whose apprehension is sought for serious offences, and engravings of stolen jtroperty will be inserted at a cost of 15s. per portrait, and of Is. 6d. per photo- graph or sketch of a stolen article. 6. Every announcement, if for the apprehension of a person, must be guaranteed by the signature of an officer of not less rank, than Superintendent: and, if the name of such person 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. Announcements concerning stolen property must be guaranteed by an officer of iwt less rank than Inspector, or analogous thereto. 8. Announcements of all persons to be apprehended or of stolen property bear a number, and, as fa r as practicable, they are alphabetically arranged by counties. 9. The force which causes particulars concerning delinquents or stolen property 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. 10. In all eases the officer signing the request for the insertion of any an. iwwncement will be wholly responsible for any proceedings which may result from such publication. 11 Announcements for the Friday issue should he forwarded so as to be received not later than noon on Wednesday, and for the Tuesday edition not later than Saturday morning. They must be clea rly 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, New Scotland Yard, by Postal Order, or by Post Office Order, payable at Parliament Street. Post Office. 13. Amwnncements 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. E. ANDERSON, EdiUr. SPECIAL NOTICE. Letters relating to criminal business addressed by other Police Forces to Scotland Yard, are very frequently delayed, owing to the envelopes con- taining 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 Investigition 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. BARKER, WILLIAM, alias WILLIAM CHANCE, GEORGE HORLAND, ERNEST NEWTON, & c. ( P. G., No. 1676, Januarv 19th, 1900.) BUTLER, DENIS, " Rosel," Parson's Mead, Croydon, dealer in cutlery. ( P. G., No. 16S6, February 23rd, 1900.) COOPER, W., 753, Old Kent Road, dealer in bicycles ( P. G., No. 1664, December 8th, 1899). DIXON, ARTHUR, alias OAKENFULL. ( P. G., No. 1676, January 19th, 1900.) DRAPERY FRAUD. ( P. G., No. 1572, January 20th, 1899). EDWARDS, GEORGE, alias AMERICAN FRANK. ( P. G., No. 1676, January 19th, 1900.) HAMILTON, JOSEPH, alias LITTLE JOE. ( P. G., No. 1676, January 19th, 1900.) HENRIKSON, HENRI, alias HENDERSON, servants' registry office. ( P. G., No. 1688, March 2nd, 1900.) HEWETT, alias TURNER, WHITEHOUSE, and THOMPSON. ( P. G. No. 1592, March 31st, 1899, and No. 1652, October 27tli, 1899.) HYPOLITE & CO.. Trundley's Road, Deptford. ( P. G. No. 1602, May 5th, 1899.) JAMES, WILLIAM THOMAS, alias TOMMY COX. ( P. G., No. 1676, January 19th, 1900.) NICHOLSON INSTITUTE, Gunnersbury. ( P. G., No. 1686, February 23rd, 1900.) OLD AGE PENSION AND RELIEF SOCIETY. ( P. G., No. 1672, January 5th, 1900.) SPANISH SWINDLE. ( P. G., No. 1546, October 21st, 1898, and No. 1620, July 7th, 1899.) TANQUEREY, A., 9, Rue de St. Petersbourg, Paris, free portrait fraud. ( P. G. No. 1548, October 28, No. 1554, November 18, 1898, and No. 1610, June 2nd, 1899.) APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 1.— F Division.— For obtaining money by false pretences— HENRY WARNER ( supposed false), age about 25, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fair, hair light, very small eyes ; wearing, when last seen, dark grey overcoat with velvet collar, black hard felt hat, black woollen gloves, lace boots. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. AYRSHIRE. 2.— Ayr ( County).— For stealing, 27th ult., a gold lever watch, No. 24085, floral design chased on cases, white dial, gold hands— RICHARD GALLOWAY, age 25, height 5 ft, 7 in., complexion fresh ( freckled), hair and moustache dark, Scotch accent: dress, black coat and vest, blue trousers, dark overcoat with velvet collar, black soft hat, spring side boots. A watchmaker; native of Mauchline. Has resided at Swindon, Wilts. ( See Case No. 55, 16th inst.) Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable of Ayrshire, Ayr. BRECONSHIRE. 3.— Brecon County).— For deserting his wife and children, leaving them chargeable to the Brecon Union— RICHARD WOOD, alias DICK THE DRAINER, age 43 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 6£ in., complexion dark sallow, hair and moustache ( turning grey) dark, eyes dark brown, slouching gait; dress, old monkey jacket, slop, cord or mole skin trousers, grey cloth cap, nailed boots. May be found on drainage or public works. Warrant issued. 4.— Brecon [ County).— For deserting his wife, leaving her chargeable to the Brecon Union — WILLIAM WILLIAMS, age 42, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, moustache sandy, eyes hazel; dress, dark monkey jacket and vest, cord trousers, hard felt hat, lace boots. A mason ; native of Brecon. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Joseph, Brecon. 5.— Crickhowell ( County).— For obtain- ing £ 5 15s. by false pretences— W. E. PALMER, age about 24, height about 5 ft., complexion pale, hair light brown, moustache light, eyes blue, small mole one side of face. Recently employed as an agent for the Singer Sewing Machine Company ; native of Kidderminster Had with him 2 tin boxes. Absconded 2nd inst. May endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Winterson, Crickhowell ; or Sergt. Evans, Hay. CAMBRIDGESHIRE. 6 — Cambridge ( Borough).— For obtain- ing credit by fraud, between 23rd ult. and 3rd inst.— HAROLD M. BERKLEY ST. RUTH, age 40 to 45, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., stout build, com- plexion dark, full face, hair ( curly) black, clean shaved; dress, blue serge jacket and trousers, brown vest, dark striped overcoat with velvet collar, dark brown Alpine hat, brown boots. He left at an hotel, 3rd inst., a black hand- bag, 1 brown Gladstone bag, " R. L. A., 1st 7 R. F." painted on outside, containing an opera cloak; 1 grey silk petticoat ; 1 pair lady's evening shoes ; 1 woollen shawl ; 1 night dress, marked " E. H. Marcus"; 1 white handkerchief, marked " M. L. Garman"; 1 pair boots; hair brushes, marked " L"; 1 white- handled razor; 1 patent strap ; and white woollen pyjamas. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Holland, Cam- bridge. CARDIGANSHIRE„ 7.— Aberystwyth ( County), - For leaving his wife and child chargeable to the Common Fund of the Aberystwyth Union — GEORGE EDWARDS, alias BANBURY and BLACK GEORGE, age about 34. height about 5 ft, 4 in., complexion, hair, whiskers ( bushy), moustache, and eyes ( rather small) dark ; dress, brown cloth coat and vest, cord trousers, strong lace boots. A labourer ; may be found on public works. Warrant issued. Information to Supt, Phillips, Aberystwyth. CHESHIRE. £ 2 REWARD. 8 - Middlewich ( County).— For deserting his family— CHARLES DAVIES, age 44, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion sallow, hair black, stoops slightly, carries his head on one side. A native of Northwich. Wari'ant issued. The above reward will be paid by the Guardians of the Northwich Union to any person giving such information as will lead to the arrest of Davies. Information to Supt. Large, Middlewich. 9.— Chester ( City).— For obtaining 2 skirts by false pretences— MRS. CLEVELAND, age about 25, height 5 ft, 4 in., slight build, com- plexion pale, thin features, hair dark brown; dress, black slack jacket, black skirt with several rows of black ribbon around bottom, grey felt hat, 2 white feathers at side. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Laybourne, Town Hall, Chester. DENBIGHSHIRE. 10.— Denbigh ( County).— For perjury — JOHN EDWARD JONES, age 30, height 5 ft. 4A in., oval face, hair and moustache brown, eyes ( small) blue, sharp pointed Roman nose, 4 THE POLICE GAZETTE. FKIDAY, FEHUUAKY 1( 134, 1900. slightly bow- legged, addicted to drink ; dress, usually black jacket, vest, and cap, greyish brown tweed trousers. A grocer's assistant. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Jones, Denbigh. 11.— Wrexham ( County). — For stealing furniture to the value of £ 25- PATRICK DARBY, age 19 ( looks younger), height about 5 ft 6 in. slight build, complexion sallow, hair light, eyes blue, large mouth, bad teeth, high cheek bones; dress ( supposed), grey coat and vest, dark trousers, dark cap, clogs or lace boots ( all much worn). May endeavour to enlist. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Jones, Wrexham. DERBYSHIRE. 12.- Chesterfield Borough).— For steal- ing, 13th inst., a bicycle ( recovered)— HARRY GRAHAM, age 25 to 30, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion, hair, and moustache dark, left fore- finger missing, walks erect ; dress, black jacket and vest, black trousers with fine white stripes, white tie with blue flowers, black and white check cap. A tramping tailor ; stated he came from London. Is believed to be a member of the Tailors' Union. Warrant issued. Information to Head Constable Emery, Chester- field. GLOUCES TERSHIRE. 13— Gloucester [ County).— For failing to report — Supervisee WILLIAM JONES, alias CHARLES MATTHEW HOPKINS, Office No. 526- 00, age 73, height 5 ft. lj ins., complexion fresh, hair white, eyes blue, cut scar right of fore- head, root of nose, right thumb, blue scar outer corner left eyebrow, round shouldered. A shoe- maker, native of Wells. Sentenced at Gloucester Quarter Sessions 18th October, 1899, to 4 months' imprisonment and 5 years' police supervision for larceny. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Gloucester. 11.— staple Hill [ County).— For obtaining food and lodgings by false pretences— HENRY WALKER, alias YORKEY, age 15 to 50, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion and hair ( turning grey) dark, 2 lower front teeth missing, bow- legged, Yorkshire accent; dress, brown coat, vest, and breeches, fawn coloured gaiters, black hat, brown worsted gloves, heavy lace boots, sometimes wears a long dark coat. He calls on farmers and states he is engaged by a firm to purchase horses for them. Is identical with man described in Case No. 45,16th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Cooke, Staple Hill. 15 - Bristol ( City).— For failing to surrender to his bail at Bristol Assizes, 20th ult., charged with obtaining £ 300 by false pretences, and perjury — JAMES READ ROE, age 39, height 5 ft, 4 § in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache ( turning grey) brown, eyes grey, wears pince- nez, dot back right forearm, eruption on back and chest. A journalist; native of Salisbury. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Bristol. 18.— Petersfield County).- For obtaining £ 2 17s. by false pretences, 1st inst.— G. SHAME ( supposed false), age CO to 70, height 5 ft, 6 or 7 in , complexion fair, hair ( turning grey) sandy, beard on chin, and moustache, left eye defective, stooping gait ; wearing dark brown coat, brown spats, canvas shoes, brown soft felt hat, carried a rough brown overcoat and a black American bag. Stated he was in the employ of a firm of engineers at Deptford. Is identical with GEORGE PIERCE, Case No. 22, 9th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. King, Petersfield. 19 - Portsmouth ( Borough) — For leaving his children chargeable to the Common Fund of the Portsea Island Union— FRANCIS FAITHFULL, age 28, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fair, face and neck freckled, hair red, supposed clean shaved, eyes hazel, rather large head, scar left elbow; dress, check tweed jacket and vest, light cord trousers, black hard felt hat, lace boots. Is a good flute and piccolo player, may seek employment with bands. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Portsmouth. HEREFORDSHIRE. 20.— Ross ( Count//).— For an indecent assault — FREDERICK VAUGHAN, age 19, height 5 ft, 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, slight moustache dark ; dress, old brown coat, dark blue jacket, 2 vests ( 1 dark cord, 1 black), dark cord trousers, brown cloth cap, heavy nail boots. A native of Little Dewchurch. Herefordshire. May seek employment as a farm labourer. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Jordan, Ross; or Sergt. Lloyd, Harwood End. HUNTINGDONSHIRE. 21 — St. Neots ( County).— For obtaining food, lodgings, and money by false pretences— GEORGE PIERCE, age about 60, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., slight build, round shoulders, hair, beard, and moustache grey, dyed brown, left eye defec- tive : dress, black coat and trousers, brown soft felt hat, brown canvas shoes. He presented a worthless cheque for more than the amount of his bill, and received the balance. Represented that, he was in the employ of a firm of brewers at Stratford- on- Avon. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Freestone, St. Neots. ISLE OF WIGHT. 22.— Newport ( County).— For leaving his wife and family chargeable to the common fund of the Isle of Wight Union. 20th October, 1899— CHARLES MABEY, age 35, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache light brown, eyes blue, 3 strokes tattooed back right wrist; dress, when last seen, grey or black jacket and vest, moleskin trousers, white silk muffler, skull cap, wore a black leather belt with snake buckle and brass ornaments. A labourer. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hale, Newport, LANCASHIRE. 26. Kirkham ( County).— For stealing £ 4, at St. Anne's, between 22nd and 26th ult.— J. C. ADAMS, alias JOHN LANE, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion, hair ( bald on top, turning grey) and heavy moustache dark, round face, appears to twist his left side when walking : dress, black tweed or navy blue jacket and vest, blue trousers, black felt hat, may be wearing brown lace boots. Had with him two small handbags ; left behind a small tin box and a traveller's order book for 1892. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Ormerod, Kirkham. 27. — Liverpool ( City). — For failing to report— Licence- holder WILLIAM CUNNING- HAM, alias COLLINS and ANDERSON, age 34, height 5 ft. 5j- in., complexion swarthy, hair black, f? eyes blue grey, cut scar right temple and front of..: right thigh, oval birthmark on chest, W. C. front and P. faint back of left, forearm, two dots tattooed on web between thumb and linger left hand, cut soar back of head. Sentenced at Glasgow High Court, 28th June, IS95, to three years' penal servitude for housebreaking, and at Glasgow High Court 17th January, 1898, to 18 months' imprison- ment and licence revoked for housebreaking. Liberated from H. M. Prison, Peterhead, 26th January last on a second licence, which will expire 31st inst. Information to the Head Constable, Detective Department, Liverpool. 28 — Manchester ( City).— For failing to report — Supervisee JANE ALLEN, alias FRANCES FOBIN, and FRANCES FIELDING, Office No. 47787. age 64, height 5 ft. 1 in., com- plexion dark, hair grey, eyes brown, scar left wrist, lost several front teeth. Sentenced at Manchester, 6th December 1889, to 7 years penal servitude, and 7 years police supervision for larceny. Liberated 28tli February, 1894. C. M. P. 200. Licence- holder FREDERICK FISCHER MEYER, alias EMILE PIPER and CHARLES FISCHER, Office No. 216- 00, age 26, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fair, hair light brown ( curly) eyes blue ( defective), blue dot between left thumb and linger, heart, cross, and anchor front left fore- arm. A German waiter. Sentenced at Folke- stone, 11th October 1897, to 3 years penal servitude for larceny. Licensed 25th January last. X. 287. Supervisee JOHN McGINN, alias GEORGE MORAN, MORRISON, THOMAS JOHNSON, and JOHN RICHARDSON, Office No. 518- 00, age 38, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes blue," S. G." and 2 dots and scars left forearm, " J. Mc " right forearm. Sentenced at Manchester, 9th July, 1894, to 5 years penal servitude and 3 years police supervision for receiving. Liberated 22nd ult., after previous revocation of licence. I. U. 608. Licence - holder JOHN BARKER, alias GEORGE BARKER, WILLIAM BONFIELD, and FIELD, Office No. 225- 00, age 64, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, 2 scars left thumb, left palm, left forearm, right forefinger amputated. Native of Norwich. Sen- tenced at Knutsford Quarter Sessions, 1st July, 1896, to 3 years penal servitude and remanet of former sentence for shopbreaking. Licensed 25th January last, which expires 3rd April, 1901. P. W. 501. Licence - holder EDWARD TAYLOR, alias JOHN LAMB, RICHARD ARMSTRONG, GEORGE BULL, EDWARD WRIGHT, and GEORGE NOY COPE, Office No. 286- 00, age 70, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes grey, brown mole right cheek, scars both forearms, left wrist, and left hand. Sentenced at Oldham, 5th November. 1897, to 3 years penal servitude for counting- house breaking. Licensed 5th ult. V. I. Q. X. 570. Information to the Chief Constable, Detective Department, City Police, Manchester. 29.- Clitheroe ( Borough). — THOMAS HARRIS, Case No. a4, 24th June, 1898, not now' wanted. 30.— Oldham [ Borough).— For stealing, 9th inst., a lady's gold keyless Geneva watch, No. 153531; a brown plaid jacket; 1 rough blue serge vest; and a light blue necktie — JACK REYNOLDS, alias BELL, HILL, MOSS, & c„ age 38, height 5 ft, 5 in., complexion fresh, hair ( bald in front) brown, moustache sandy, eyes blue, sailor and woman with glass in hand, table and bottle on left arm, female on right; wearing the stolen jacket, vest, and tie, brown cap, white cord trousers, and lady's lace boots. Previously con- victed. A native of Manchester. See Case No. 36, 9th April, 1897. HAMPSHIRE. 16.— Aldershot ( County).— For stealing £ 42 15s. 2Jd.— HENRY BLACK, age 39, height 5 ft. 5| in., slight build, complexion fresh, thin features, hair brown, heavy moustache light brown, scar on abdomen, addicted to drink ; dress, blue diagonal serge jacket and vest, dark striped trousers, blue cloth cap. A clerk; native of Liverpool. Is a pay- sergeant of the Militia Medical Staff Corps ; formerly served in the Northamp- tonshire Regiment. Slay endeavour to leave the country. Information to Supt, Hawkins, Aldershot. 17.— Fareham ( County).— For obtaining, by false pretences, a mare, cart, and harness ( re- covered)— JOHN BAKER ( supposed false), age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion fair, rather full tare, d, » il>. r « ., i , uair brown, small moustache light, nose appears to have been broken, very soft voice; dress, light dust coat, dark trousers, black hard felt hat, lace boots, brown gaiters, carried an umbrella ; the appearance of a horse dealer.— And A MAN, age about 45, height about 5 ft. 9 in., stout build, complexion ruddy, hair, whiskers ( rather thin on chin), and mous- tache dark brown ; dress, dark overcoat, sealskin vest, dark trousers, black hard felt hat. They attend markets. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hack, Fareham. KENT. 23.— Chatham ( County).— For deserting his wife at Strood— WILLIE HAIGH, age 30, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fair, hair dark brown, moustache light, may be clean shaved, eyes blue, " Haigh " and a man tattooed on one arm, cut scar right eye ; dress, dark blue stable suit, long over- coat, blue serge cap. A stableman or cab driver. Warrant issued. 24.— Chatham ( County).— For stealing a gold locket ; 1 brass case watch ; and a purse con- taining 10s.— JOHN SIMPSON, age 21, height 5 ft, 9 in., slight build, hair ( frizzy in front) dark, clean shaved, eyes brown, cross, " In memory of my dear mother" tattooed on front of one leg, lump on one foot; dress, dark clothes and cap. A bUliard marker. Warrant issued. 25.— Chatham ( County). — For deserting their wives and families— ALFRED ALLARD, age 27, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., stout build, com plexion pale, hair and eyes brown, moustache ginger; dress, jersey jacket, dark trousers, cap, light lace boots. A labourer— JOHN JAMES YOUSE- MAN, age 39, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, moustache brown, eyes grey, scar under chin. A cement labourer. Warrants issued. Information to Supt. Lacy, Chatham. FRIDAY, MARCH 23, 1900. THE POT. ICE GAZETTE. PORTRAITS OF PERSONS WANTED. DENBIGHSHIRE. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT .' 11.— C Division.— For personation, forgery and fraud— ALBERT LINDR1DGE, Office No. 1463- 96, age 53, height 5 ft. 7£ in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes light hazel, 3 moles on nose, large jagged scar inside left thigh and left groin ; dress, light tweed suit. A native of Rye, Sussex. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. 33.- Wrexham ( County).— For forgery— WILLIAM GRONNOW PRICE, age 21, height about 5 ft. 3 in., sharp features, hair ( bushy in front) dark brown, eyes ( supposed) blue, rather prominent nose; dress, navy blue suit, brown leather leggings, lace boots, may have with him a dust coat; of theatrical appearance. A solicitor's clerk; native of Rhosrobin, near Wrexham. May endeavour to leave the country or enlist. Ab- sconded 7th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Jones, Wrexham. LANCASHIRE. 34.— Oldham [ Borough).— For stealing, 8th inst., a lady's light fawn slack back jacket, double breasted, pearl buttons: 1 black corded poplin dress skirt, trimmed heliotrope, corded silk ribbon and chiffon in front: 1 black lustre skirt — ALICE LOUISA HAMILTON, age about 24, height about 5 ft. 2 in., complexion fair, hair light brown, eyes blue, 2 upper front teeth irregular; wearing the stolen jacket, black straw sailor hat, black tie with white ruffles. 35.— Oldham ( Borough).— For non- payment of maintenance arrears— MICHAEL JOSEPH FEGAN, age 36, height 5 ft. ( J in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, moustache sandy, eyes blue, prominent nose. A native of Newry. He travels the country selling books entitled " The Golden Book of Life." Is accompanied by his four brothers. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Turner, Oldham. MONMOU THSHIRE. ' M- Monmouth ( County).— For fowl steal- ing, 2nd inst.— GEORGE LOCKWOOD, age 41, height 5 ft, 6 in., slightly round shoulders, com- plexion fair, hair and slight moustache light brown, eyes blue ; dress, old brown jacket, cord trousers, hard bowler hat, heavy nailed boots. A native of Monmouth.— THOMAS LOCKWOOD, age 29, height 5 ft. 6J or 7 in., complexion fresh, hair and slight moustache dark brown, slightly bow- legged, turns his toes inwards when walking; dress, light coat and vest, cord trousers, brown cap, heavy nailed boots. The above are brothers, and notorious poachers, and have been previously convicted. Warrant issued. ' AT.— Monmouth ( County).— For stealing ( bailee), 3( lth December, 1899, a silver lever watch — HENRY MARTIN, age 31) to 35, height 5 ft. It) or 11 in., slightly round shoulders, complexion sallovv, hair and moustache dark; wearing dark grey clothes ( greasy), and dark cap. A watch and clock cleaner. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Parker, Monmouth. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT i tweed jacket suit, black hard felt hat. A native j of London. 32. C Division. — For embezzlement— Warrant issued. VICTOR TONNEAU, age 32, height 6 ft,, com- Information to be forwarded to the Metropoli- plexion fair, hair brown, eyes blue ; dress, dark tan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. 4 TTIE POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, MARCH 23, 1900. M.- Pontypool ( County). — Vot stealing, 17th ult., a silver English level- watch, " Wheeler and Gee" on dial: 1 silver lever watch, " Allmark, Pontypool" on dial; 1 10 ct. gold Albert, with cross pendant; 1 silver curb pattern Albert; and £ 1 19s. 6d.— WILLIAM THOMAS, age about ISO, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion fair, hair light brown, small moustache light, eyes blue ; dress, dark suit, brown leather leggings, bowler hat, or cap. A billiard marker, boots, or ostler. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. James, Pontypool. MONTGOMERYSHIRE. 3'. .- Welshpool ( County). — For leaving his wife and family chargeable to the Llanfyllin Union, 8th ult.— WILLIAM HUGHES, age 48, height about 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair ( bald on top) and moustache dark brown, usually wears whiskers on chin, eyes light brown, Roman nose rather red, W. H. on back left hand, dot between right thumb and forefinger. A labourer; may be found at farmhouses or on public works. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Williams, Welshpool; or Sergeant Meredith, Llanfyllin. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. 40. - Daventry ( County). — Supervisee FREDERICK ROBINSON, Office No. 885- 99, Case No. 38, 16th inst., not now wanted. Warrant withdrawn. 41.- Northampton ( Borough).— For fail- ing to report— Licence holder JOHN BOSWELL, alias JOHN NICHOLSON. THOMPSON, ENNIS, BROWN and WILLIAMS, Office No. 211- 00, age GO, height 5 ft. 2 in., complexion sallow, hair brown, eyes hazel, tattoo, female front left forearm, sailor front right forearm, blue mark bridge of nose, mole right side of face, ship on chest: a labourer, native of Hull. Sentenced at Durham Quarter Sessions 3rd April, 1893, to 7 years penal servitude and remanet of former sentence for housebreaking; sentence expires 19th February, 1902. Licenced 27th January last. Previously convicted at York, Leeds, Shef- field, Liverpool, Northallerton, and Cardiff. Information to the Chief Constable, Borough Police, Northampton. NOTTINGHAMSHIRE. 42.— Nottingham ( County).— For burglary, 4th inst.— HERMAN WEPPER, age about 40, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion fresh, hair, beard ( parted on chin), and moustache brown, eyes grey ; wearing dark grey overcoat, brown jacket, light fawn colour cap, patent leather boots. A German ; speaks broken English. The follow- ing articles are still unrecovered : a bronze cande- labra, about 24 in. high, stands on 3 feet formed by lions in sitting position, 3 arms, holds 4 candles ; 1 square antique brass clock, black figures, chased front and side, 1 weight about 20 lbs., 4 lound brass feet, 4 knobs on top, about 18 in. high and 12 in. wide, handle at top; 1 small silver teapot ( plated), knob on lid, chased round top and bottom, 2 small silver- plated cruets ; 1 pair silver candlesticks, oval, fluted, stamped " M. S." Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Harrop, County Police Office, Nottingham. OXFORDSHIRE. 43.- Henley ( County).— For embezzling £ 221 Lis. !)< 1., between 19th May and 18th July 1899— CHARLES PRIOR, age 31, height about 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fair, hair and moustache brown, eyes grey or blue ; dress, grey suit and cap, light brown dust coat, wore a silver watch and chain. A brewer's clerk ; native of Henley- on- Thames. Absconded lllth inst. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Jennings, Henley. PERTHSHIRE. H — Perth ( County). — For fraud to the amount of £ 228 5s. ( id., 2l) th ult.— JAMES SMALL, age 27 or 28, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., com- plexion fresh, full round face, hair light, mous- tache ( rather thin and short) reddish, eyes ( small) grey, of smart appearance ; dress, grey tweed jacket suit, peak cap, sometimes wears a light dust coat or a light grey waterproof. A baker ; native of Dundee ; has been in business as a butcher, cattle dealer, and cycle agent. May endeavour to go abroad. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, County Police, Perth, N. B. SHROPSHIRE. 45.— Whitchurch( County)— For obtaining a pair of boots by false pretences, 27th January— JOHN DONALDSON, age about 30, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., rather stout build, complexion dark, clean shaved, of smart appearance; dress, blue serge suit, slate colour hard hat. A groom ; may be found at hunting, racing, or livery stables. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Edge, Whitchurch. SOMERSETSHIRE. 46.— Frome ( County).— For obtaining 3s. by false pretences, 8th inst.- SKIPWORTH, age 45 to 50, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion dark, hair brown ; wearing dark clothes, fawn colour cloth gaiters, black felt hat. He represented that he was engaged by an American firm to purchase horses, and was allowed to take Is. on each horse he purchased, and stated that the firm would remit the amount and arrange where the horses were to be sent. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Rawlings, Frome. STAFFORDSHIRE. 47.— Burslem ( County).— For stealing, 20th ult., a suit of clothes ( recovered)— CHARLES DEAN, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., slight build, complexion fresh, cheekssunken, hair brown, rose and. thistle tattooed outside both forearms, turns his feet outwards and walks slowly, addicted to drink ; dress, blue cloth coat and vest, three- quarter slate- colour overcoat, dark brown cord trousers, blue slop, black hard hat, strong lace boots. A weighing machine fitter. Supposed a native of Edinburgh. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Supt. Hill, Burslem. 48.— Stoke- on- Trent ( County). — For obtaining food and lodgings by false pretences, 4th inst., and stealing a silver brooch made from a 5s. piece, fitted in a silver case— HERBERT AUSTIN, alias ALBERT WILSON, HARRY ALLEN, ADAMS, & c., age 30, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion fresh, hair ( short) light sandy, clean shaved, eyes blue, 2nd left finger nail split; dress, dark jacket and vest, black bone buttons, dark grey trousers, black peak cap, lace boots, wearing a watch and chain with 2 football shields and a locket attached. A native of Hanley, Staffs. Represented that he was employed on the L. & N. Western Railway. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Gilbride, Stoke- on- Trent. SUFFOLK ( East). 49.— Lowestoft ( Count!/).— For deserting his wife and family— ALFRED WILLIAM LEE- SON, age 30, height about 5 ft. 1 in., complexion ruddy, hair ( long) and moustache dark; dress, dark jacket and trousers, peak cap. A labourer. Warrant issued. The Guardians of the Mutford and Lothingland Union will pay £ 1 reward for such information as will lead to the arrest of Leeson, and £ 1 for the arrest. Information to Supt. Shipp, Lowestoft. SUSSEX ( East). 50.-- Eastbourne ( Borough). — For steal- ing, 10th inst., a light brown Chesterfield over- coat, brown velvet collar, bone buttons, chain tab, brown lining, usual pockets— FRANZ KAHLE, a Bavarian, age about 26, height 5 ft. 3 in., com- plexion fair, hair brown, moustache ( curled at ends) light; dress, dark brown check jacket and vest, black trousers, black soft felt hat, supposed wearing the stolen coat. Was employed as an hotel kitchen porter ; absconded 10th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Plumb, East- bourne. SUSSEX ( West). • A.— Worthing ( County).— For stealing £ 5 by a trick, 13th inst.— EDWARD D. COMPTON, alias BERRINGER, age 45 to 50, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh, full round face, hair ( bald on top) light brown, long light moustache; dress, black frock coat and vest, grey tweed trousers, light check cap, of good appearance and address. Identical with MAN, Case No. 14,12th January last. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Bridger, Worthing. WARWICKSHIRE. 52.— Birmingham ( City). — For forging and uttering a bill of exchange for £ 59 10s.— WILLIS SIMPSON, age 33, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion ruddy, round face, hair ( thin on top) dark, moustache and eyes brown, prominent cheek bones ; wearing a dark overcoat and a tweed cap. A mantle manufacturer : native of Church Fenton, Yorks. Absconded 26th ult. Warrant issued. ! Information to Chief Constable Rafter, Bir- mingham. 53.— Coventry ( City). - For stealing a postal order for 20s. — WILLIAM, alias ARTHUR JEFFS, age 22, height 5 ft. 4£ in., complexion sallow, hair dark brown, eyes grey, scar on right thigh. A private of the Royal Warwickshire Regiment, wearing regimental clothing. Native of Coventry. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Charsley, Coventry. 54.— Leamington ( Borough).— For stealing, 23rd ult., a Singer's " Modele de Luxe " bicycle, 1897 pattern, No. 101903 on seat lug, 234 ' n. frame, enamelled chocolate colour, usual parts plated, Brooks's saddle, brake, mudguards, and bell attached, rubber pedals, " Singer " transfer on head, " Sleaths, Ltd.," on down tube— W. BEN- NETT ( supposed false), age 24 to 26, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., hair and slight moustache light brown, of good address; dress, navy blue serge suit, brown boots. Stated he was a medical student. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Brabner, Leam- ington. WILTSHIRE. 55.— Chippenham ( County).— For house- breaking at Kington Langley, and sacrilege at Langley Burrell, and stealing the contents of an alms box, 14th inst.— TWO MEN, 1st, age about 30, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., hair, moustache, and whiskers dark brown ; wearing dark grey coat and cloth cap.— 2nd, age about 20, height 5 ft. to 5 ft. 3 in., dark brown hair ; wearing a rather long dark coat and cloth cap. Information to Supt. Daly, Chippenham. 56. — Swindon ( County). — For larceny ( bailee)— GEORGE GALLOWAY, age about 25, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion, hair, and moustache dark, thin features, Scotch accent; dress, black coat and vest, dark overcoat with velvet collar, brown leggings, black tie, and soft felt hat. A watchmaker. Warrant issued. 57. — Swindon ( County). — For obtaining food and lodgings by false pretences— GEORGE BADHAM ( supposed false), age about 65, height about 5 ft. 8 in., complexion and hair dark, moustache and beard ( turning grey) dyed, wears glasses, walks badly, supposed suffering from gout; dress, long dark overcoat, dark suit, brown soft felt hat, brown canvas shoes and spats. Represented himself as a solicitor employed by a firm of brewers to buy sites for new hotels. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Robinson, Swindon. WORCESTERSHIRE. 58.— Evesham ( County). — For obtaining various sums of money by false pretences— A MAN, age about 40, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., com- plexion dark, hair and moustache dark brown; dress, dark tweed overcoat with velvet collar, dark tweed trousers, black bowler hat ( all rather shabby). Was carrying a patent leather handbag. He calls at houses, states he is a superintendent of an insurance company, and, owing to the illness of the local collector, he has been sent to collect arrears. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Cope, Evesham. 59. — Dudley ( Borough). — For larceny ( lodgings), 10th inst. MAYFIELD, age about 35, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair ( bald on top) dark brown, moustache brown ; dress, dark overcoat, velvet collar, dark suit, carries a brown leather bag about 8 in. long. A pianoforte tuner and repairer. He traded at Nottingham in the name of J. H. KING. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Supt. Speke, Dudley. YORKSHIRE ( East Riding). 60.— Hull ( City).— For absconding with work- house clothing— WILLIAM McDONALD, age 64, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion fresh, hair and heavy beard grey, peculiar eyes ; dress, blue FRIDAY, MARCH 23, 1900. T H E POLICE GAZETTE. 5 or slate colour jacket suit, stamped " H. W.," cap to match, white cotton shirt, drab colour under- clothing, marked " H. H. H.," Blucher boots. A ship's stoker. Warrant issued. 61 — Hull ( City).— For stealing £ 233 4s. 4d.— ALEXANDER ROBERTSON DICK, age 54 to 58, height 5 ft. 6 in., Btout build, complexion florid, hair ( short), beard, moustache, and eyes grey, deep forehead, speaks quickly, eczema on left hand, sometimes wears a glove with lingers cut off, of smart appearance ; dress, dark grey jacket suit, blue black rough cloth overcoat, black hat or cap, wore a leather watchguard. A cashier or bookkeeper; native of Dundee. Is well known to fruit merchants with whom he may seek employment. Is accompanied by his wife, age about 40, height 5 ft. 1 6r 2 in., - ipmplexion and eyes dark, hair black ; supposed wearing grey fawn coloured cape, black hat trimmed orange ribbon. Warrant issued. Information to Captain Gurney, Chief Constable, Hull. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. BEDFORDSHIRE. 62.— Bedford ( Borough).— Committed for trial, at Bedford Quarter Sessions, for larceny, GEORGE KENT, age 36, height 5 ft. 8 in., com- plexion fresh, oval face, hair dark brown, eyes brown, scar right side of forehead, lobe of right ear, right forearm and wrist, left knee. A chimney sweep ; native of Stoc port. Information to Chief Constable Thody, Bed- ford. CARDIGANSHIRE. 63.— Aberystwyth ( County).— Committed for trial at next Quarter Sessions for housebreaking at Rhydhir Bow Street— JOHN ALLEN, age about 31, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, cut scar on back right hand. A native of Cork. Information to Supt. Phillips, Aberystwyth. SHROPSHIRE. Gi.— Wellington ( County). — Sentenced, 12th inst., to 2 months imprisonment for larceny — CHARLES ALBERT LEES, alias FRED LEES, age 35, height 5 ft. 6± in., slight build, complexion sallow, hair and heavy moustache dark brown, eyes grey, large crooked nose ( has been broken) : dress, brown tweed overcoat, black cloth jacket and vest, brown striped trousers, red woollen muffler, brown cord cap, lace boots. A billiard marker ; native of Coventry. Occasionally employed at mineral water works. Supposed wanted elsewhere. Information to Chief Supt. Edwards, Wellington. SUSSEX ( East). 65.— Uckfield ( County).— Sentenced, 10th inst., to 2 months imprisonment for larceny— CHARLES PASSIE, age 30, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion pale, hair dark, eyes blue; dress, black overcoat and jacket, dark trousers, black hard felt hat. A waiter or attendant. Information to Supt. Criddle, Uckfield. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 66.— D Division.— 14th inst., 4 silver bowls ( lst, Queen Anne pattern, about 12 in. across, chased, with plain rim ; 2nd, about 9 in. across, chased, with various autographs, round rim; 5rd, about 8 in. across, scalloped rim; 4th, same size, chased, last 2 might have " N. H. W." engraved thereon); 1 silver mug, chased rim, beaded handle, other part plain, " T. H. W." thereon; 2 silver tea caddies, 4 in. high, chased. 1 made with lid to take oft', the other on hinge; 1 pair silver flower holders, chased, about 4 in. high, weighted with lead at the bottom ; 1 cut glass claret jug, plain silver mounts; a plain round silver biscuit box lid; a silver handle of a paper knife; 2 silver serviette rings, 1 smaller than the other, both chased; 1 pair of silver candlesticks, fluted pattern ; 1 pair plated do., about 10 in. high. 67.— R Division.— 10th inst., by burglary, 1 gold keyless chronograph watch, No. 9970, " Clarke, Royal Exchange, London," on face, " Bertram de Quincy Quincy, from his father," engraved inside, a gold graduating link chain attached ; 1 gold signet ring, crest, dragon and shield, " Erminus" thereon ; 1 ditto, with oblong space containing hair, " M " thereon ; 1 red cornelian gold brooch, Sanscrit thereon ; 1 cor- nelian brooch, carved to represent Head of Bacchus; 1 silver vinaigrette, St. Paul's Cathedral on lid ; 2 do. buttons, rose engraved thereon ; 1 do. tray and snuffers ; 1 do. cigarette box, crest dragon and shield ; 1 do. mug, with gold coins inserted in silver; 1 do. travelling clock, " M. D. Q." and " Mappin & Webb " thereon ; 1 do. inkstand, " R. de Q. Q." thereon : 2 do. pen trays, 1 embossed, the other " E. T. Q. Q." thereon ; 2 do. trays, heart shape ; 1 do. bowl, with handles; 1 do. Dutch box, S in. by 4 in. : 2 do. round boxes ; 1 do. smelling bottle case ; 1 do. top of scent bottle, " E. T. de Q." thereon ; 5 do. spoons ( 1 with bowl made of a Papal State coin; 1 perforated bowl; 1 with St. Andrew's Cross on handle ; 2 marked " B"); 1 do. Dutch tea caddy ; 1 do. magnifying glass, " M. D. Q. Q." thereon; 4 do. napkin rings, engraved " R. de Q. Q., E. de Q. Q., Marian, Bea- trice"; 1 do. sugar dredger; 4 do. sweet dishes, 2 embossed, 2 perforated ; 0 do. salt cellars and 1 salt spoon, crest, bird and star, thereon ; 4 do. salt spoons, apostle pattern ; 1 do. mustard pot; 2 do. pepper boxes ; 3 do. plates, taken from challenge cup, names of winners engraved thereon ; 1 nickel silver watch, maker Drew & Sons ; and 1 blue Melton overcoat, usual pockets, velvet collar. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. DERBYSHIRE. 68.- Chesterfield ( Borough).— 13th inst,, a pneumatic safety bicycle, " Imperial Riley," 1898 pattern, Dunlop tyres, 30 in. front, 28 in. back wheels, parallel handle bars, No. 16 on seat pillar lug, Lucas baby bell, no brake or mudguards — By A MAN, age about 25, height 5 ft. 5 in., eyes brown ; dress, black coat and vest, dark trousers with fine white stripes, blue spotted tie, check cap. Information to Head Constable Emery, Chester- field. ESSEX. 69.— Brentwood ( County).— 8th inst,, at Warley Barracks, a gold curb pattern Albert chain, gold seal set green stone with crest, twisted pattern, and 2 gold pencils attached. Information to Supt. Allen, Brentwood. HAMPSHIRE. 70.— Bournemouth ( County).— 7th inst., a silver telescopic pencil case in cardboard box, " Samuel, Manchester," on lid ; 1 ring made of a penny, shield thereon, " 1890 " inside; 1 small Penzance stone brooch ; 1 small cardboard box containing some unpolished garnets ; 1 small box of imitation pearl, " Miller, jeweller, Regent Street, London," on box ; 1 bar brooch, 3 coloured enamelled eggs attached; a receipt for £ 100, signed " Robert Peden," dated August 1897, and a chamois leather purse, snap fastening. Information to Supt. Foster, Bournemouth. 71.— Fareham ( County). — Since 20th January, a gold seal, set red stone, lion rampant and 4 birds engraved thereon : 1 do. lion rampant engraved thereon ; 1 do. " A. L." engraved thereon; 1 do. set blue stone, a horse galloping engraved thereon. Information to Supt. Hack, Fareham. 72. Portsmouth ( Borough).— 15th inst., a lady's new " Mohawk " Popular bicycle, 24 in. frame, enamelled black, " Mohawk " transfer on steering head and curved tube, No. 5273, flat handle bar, cork handles with black tips, black leather gear case, plunger brake, rubber pedals, Warwick New Coventry tyres, brown Mohawk saddle, nickel pump. 17th inst., by burglary, a lady's 18 ct. gold Geneva watch, open face, chased back, No. 23064 ; 1 lady's open face gold Geneva, No. 2997 ; 1 open face English lever, crystal glass," Sandown Manu- facturing Co." on dial ; 1 lady's 15 ct. gold Albert, curb pattern, about 2 ft long, small links, 1 broken and tied with cotton; 1 gold bracelet, plain, clasp fastening, Indian make, weight about 3 ozs.; 1 set of gold links and studs, engraved imitation oak leaves ; 1 regulation Navy mackintosh, " Thornton, King's Road," on tab. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Portsmouth. HER TFORDSHIRE. 73.— Watford ( County).— 27th ult., from an Inebriates' Home at Rickmansworth, a cash- box containing 6 Postal Orders ( 3 for 20s., 1 for 10s., 1 for 4s., and 1 for 3s. 6d.), bearing post office stamp " Pontasdive" ; 7 £ 5 Bank of England notes, 5 numbered 99153 to 99158; 1 cheque, No. 64499, for £ 20, on Smith, Payne, and Smiths Bank, Lombard Street, payable to F. S. D. Hogg, and drawn by G. B. Harland; 1 do., No. J/ 2/ 65817, for £ 15, on the Union Bank, Man- chester, payable to F. S. D. Hogg, drawn by F. Green ; 1 do., for £ 4, on Barclay A- Co.' s Bank, payable to self or order, signed by F. S. D. Hogg ; 1 do. for 12s. 9d., on Smith. Payne, and Smiths Bank, payable to F. S. D. Hogg, drawn by M. Phelp ; and £ 39 10s. Information to Supt. Wood, Watford. ISLE OF WIGHT. 74. — Newport ( County). — Since 28th December last, at Sandown, a lady's gold semi- hunting keyless Geneva watch, No. 34663. Information to Supt, Hale. Newport, LANCASHIRE. 75.— Church ( County).— Between 14th and 15th inst., watches ( 17 silver English levers, second- hand; 10 ladies' silver Genevas ; 2 Genevas ; 6 silver Waltham levers; 2 metal chronographs, new; 3 silver do., second- hand ; 1 lady's 18 ct. Geneva, gold dial; 2 ladies' oxydised, new; 1 English lever, second- hand, maker " Goldstone, Manchester"); 0 new silver Alberts, from 1 to 4 ozs. ; 0 ladies' do. ; 3 do. T. H. Alberts ; 2 T. H. curb Alberts ; 1 diamond and sapphire dress ring ; 1 lady's dresB ring; 1 do. set 5 opals ; 1 massive signet ring ; 1 bloodstone do.; 1 lady's brilliant ring ; 1 do. dress ring ; 3 gold signet rings, set bloodstone ; 1 9 ct. gold bracelet; 1 lady's fine brilliant ring ; 1 do. dress ring, set 5 opals ; 2 dress rings ; 1 heavy gold garnet ring; 1 gold signet ring; 1 9 ct, gold curb ring ; 5 9 ct. dress rings ; 1 lady's half hoop ring, set fine brilliants -. 118 ct. gold opal ring ; 1 9 ct. link Albert; 2 do. close curb Alberts, H ozs.; 3 lady's 9 ct. gold short Alberts ; 1 pair opera glasses; 1 6- chambered revolver ; 3 gold pins ; 8 brooches ( 3 9 ct. gold, 2 diamond centre, 1 pearl centre, 1 pearl and ruby centre, 1 diamond and ruby centre) ; 1 9 ct. gold seal ; 0 silver medals ( 1 hall marked) ; 1 9ct. gold medal. R/-, S/ u, t/-, I/ u, n/' u, d/ u, at/- scratched on inside of rings and watches. Information to Supt. Whittaker, Church. 76.— Ormskirk ( County).— 12th inst., at Aughton, an old Sheffield plate teapot, engraved scrawl pattern ; 1 Queen Ann small teapot, ebony handle; 1 large hot- water jug, embossed with engraved tablet in centre " C. B. C." ; 2 toast- racks ( 1 plain, other raised edge) ; 1 entree dish, beaded edge ; 1 plated candlestick, beaded edge ; 1 case of 4 salt cellars and spoons ; 1 mustard pot; 1 small hot- water jug ; 1 embossed cake basket ; 2 sauce boats, " S " engraved on side ; 1 perforated butter- dish and stand, oval shape; 1 large table- cloth, geometrical pattern; 1 ditto, old- fashioned design, pheasant design for border; 1 table cloth with yellow silk worked thereon, lace around edge ; 2 tray cloths ( 1 with open worked edge, other ordinary damask); 2 sideboard cloths, open worked edges, marked " Mrs. R. Seddon" ; 1 pair brown boots, broad welts, size 7 ; 1 bicycle lamp. Information to Supt. Jervis, Ormskirk. 77.— Oldham ( Borough). — 23rd ult., by burglary, 7 22 ct. wedding rings and 20 9 ct. do., a letter from " I " to " P " near hall mark ; 12 ladies' 9 ct. long gold guards ; 12 do. Albert guards, 2, 3, or 4 chain pattern, fancy slides, tassels, . and pendants; 18 9 and 15 ct. scarf pins, some plain, some set diamond in centre ; 20 9 ct. loose curb- chain bracelets, 2 set with stones, 2 with engraved hearts ; 30 9 and 15 ct. bangles and bracelets, some set with diamonds, some diamonds and rubies, others plain, some fasten with padlock ; 20 9 and 18 ct. keeper rings ; 2 ladies' 18 ct. dress rings, set diamonds and opals, small setting ; 2 or 3 ladies' 9 ct. gold fancy rings, heart- shaped centres, set with small pearl in centre ; 0 ladies' fine 9 ct. chain necklets, open curb pattern, snap fastenings ; 4 9 and 15 ct. gold scarf slides, engraved fronts. Information to Chief Constable Turner, Oldham. 78.- Salford ( Borough). — 9th inst., by burglary, a very line dark grey single- breasted overcoat, pockets let in side seams, slack back, bone buttons, black Italian lining, nearly new ; a youth's dark grey serge single- breasted overcoat, bone buttons, black lining; 1 silver- mounted cherrywood walking stick; 1 lady's black melton cloth cape, narrow satin ribbon round edges; 1 lady's black crepon cape, lined with black silk, no trimmings; 2 girls' blue serge reefer jackets, pearl buttons, striped lining ; 1 pair lady's button boots, size 3, newly soled and heeled; 1 silver thimble; 1 lady's black silk umbrella, white handle, silver mounted; 1 do., green handle, silver capped; 1 do., straight brown handle, silver top ; 1 red flannel caBe containing 1 dozen small dessert knives ( Rogers make), new carving knife and fork; 1 do. containing 6 silver tea- spoons ( hall marked); 1 pair silver sugar tongs, private mark " E " ; 1 pair nickel silver do., with twist therein ; 1 jam spoon, with pearl handle ; 1 butter knife, with wooden handle ; 2 large silver teaspoons, monogram ( including " A. H."); 2 4 THE POLICE GAZETTE. FkIDAY, FehuuAKY 1( 23, 1900. silver egg spoons ; 7 nickel silver salt spoons ; 2 coloured cotton table cloths; I brown square wicker basket, 18 in. by 12 in. by 12 in.; 2 clothes brushes, dark brown backs, black bristles ; 2 small ornaments, representing a man and woman ; 1 lady's white silk figured square. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Salford. NORFOLK. 79.— Pulham Market ( County).— 12th inst., at Harleston, a first grade aluminium Hum- ber bicycle, light racer, No. 48070 B, 26 in. frame, Dunlop tyres, rat trap pedals, straight handle bar, tool bag and bell attached— Supposed by A MAN, age about 30, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., dark mous- tache ; dress, black suit, and hai d hat. Information to Supt. Palmer, Pulham Market, NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. 80- Peterborough ( City).— 2Ht inst., a silver Geneva watch, 1 white shirt, 4 ties ( 1 dark, 1 light check, 1 white silk, 1 ditto bow shape), 2 black- handled razors ( 1 in case), " X " on blade of other; a Post Office Savings Bank book, No. 16733.— By A MAN, who gave the name of " W. E. DEVENAL," age 25, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fair ; hair, whiskers, and moustache inclined to red; dress, rough brown Norfolk jacket, black trousers, black and white check tie, black hard hat, patent leather boots ; wore a large . link watch chain ; carried an umbrella with cherrywood handle. Information to Chief Constable Lawson, Peter- borough. 81.— Northampton ( Borough).— 10th inst., a pneumatic safety bicycle, diamond frame, 28- in. wheels, Dunlop tyre front, New Palmer pattern back wheel, tangent spokes, rat- trap pedals, dropped handle bar, cork handles, plated chain, recently enamelled black, Brooks's B 28 saddle ; and a " Progress " safety bicycle, Warwick tyres, full dropped handle bar, black and white Bluemels grips, black enamelled, gold lined, plated front fork ends, box crown, Dunlop tube in back tyre, " The Progress" on plate at head, Cantilever pattern chain wheel, rat- trap pedals, Brampton's chain, Middlemore saddle, Majestic lamp— By A MAN, age about 24, height 5 ft. 8 in., com- plexion fresh, rather thin features, slight light moustache, eyes blue; dress, black coat and vest, dark grey trousers, striped tie. Information to Chief Constable Mardlin, North- ampton. SUFFOLK. 82.— Ipswich ( Borough).— 13th inst., a traveller's tin sample case, 2 ft. by 18 in., 18 in. deep, " B" in centre of ring on lid, " No. 1" painted on front, containing carvers, table knives, and spoons. " George Butler & Co., Limited, Trinity Works, Sheffield," thereon. Information to Lieut.- Col. Russell, Chief Constable, Ipswich. YORKSHIRE ( East Riding). 83.— Hull ( City).— 5th inst., an " Eagle " safety bicycle, enamelled black, usual plated parts, 26- iii. wheels, tangent spokes ( 1 broken in front wheel), straight handle bar, rat- trap pedals, Clincher B tyres, gear about 80, " Eagle" transfer on front, Lycett saddle, bell attached. 7th inst., a " Wanderer " safety bicycle, enamelled black, usual plated parts, 30- in. front wheel, 28- in. back wheel, plain Dunlop tyre front, Warwick tyre back wheel, leather gear case with celluloid front, straight handle bar, cork handles, one with celluloid tip, rat- trap pedals, mudguards both wheels, transfer on front, " Wanderer Safety; Maker, F. J. Ashby, Hull," thereon, " Wanderer " in gilt letters on cross stay ; and a light roadster " Roulette" safety bicycle, No. 12064 ( 1898 machine) enamelled black, gold lined, usual plated parts, upturned handle bar, steering lock, 28- in. wheels, Westwood rims, A. B. non- punctur- able tyres, rubber pedals, wire woven saddle, brown leather covering, shield on front with " Roulette Machine Co., Coventry, Makers" thereon, in white metal, " Roulette " in gold letters on top frame bar, metal mudguards, rubber spoon brake, bell, lamp, and pump attached. Information to Capt. Gurney, Chief Constable Hull. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). Si— Sheffield ( County). — 27th ult., at Birley Carr, 1 tea urn, about 18 in. high ; 1 hot- water jug ; 2 entree dishes, with reversible'covers ; 1 egg stand for 0 eggs; 4 small salt cellars, 2 cockle- shell pattern, 2 gilt inside; 3 serviette rings, " H. W., Jr." and " F W." thereon ; 1 toast rack ; 3 sugar basins; 2 sugar sifters ; 1 cream jug ; 4 pepper boxes, 1 shape of Cleopatra's needle ; 2 salad servers, with glass handles ; 1 breakfast cruet, camel pattern ; 1 old drinking cup, plating worn off; 1 small tankard, marked " F." or " Frank Woodruff" ; 1 fluted teapot, plating worn off ; all electro plated; 1 gill tankard ; 1 cream jug, with " E. W." or" E. A. W." thereon ; 1 serviette ring; and 2 pairs of sugar tongs; all silver; 1 thick grey cloth overcoat, large plain collar, lined with blue plaid ; 2 grey cloth Chesterfield over- coats, slate coloured lining, makers, " Ormerod and Faulkner" ; 1 fawn coloured mackintosh, with cape ; 1 plaid cap, brown and white check ; 1 pair of ladies' dark blue gaiters ; 1 pair of ladies' blue and red felt slippers ; 3 pairs lace boots, size 7 and 8 ; 1 pair ladies' do., size 5 ; 2 brass sauce- pans ; 1 brass clock, shape of a house ; 1 Britannia metal coffee pot; 1 do. small tea pot; 1 meat saw, 1 meat chopper ; 1 pair of horse clippers. 7th inst., at Wisewood Loxley, 36 pairs men's, women's, and children's lace boots, viz.; 1 pair kid tops, with toe caps, size 6 ; 2 pairs narrow toed, size 7 ; 1 pair do., size 6 ( all stamped inside of leg, " Horse Skin," in gilt letters); 1 pair broad toes, size 8, 1 pair brown leather, narrow toes, size 7 ; 1 pair brown calf, square toes, size 6 ; 1 pair wide soles, size 7 ; 1 pair kid tops, size 8 ; 1 pair kid tops, size 5 ; 1 pair calf low shoes, size 8 ; 1 pair do., size 7 ; 5 pairs of strong boots, sizes 7 to 9, sprigged soles; 2 pairs strong nailed boots, size 8 ; 1 pair black leather slippers, size 7 ; 1 pair boy's kid top boots, size 13 ; 1 pair do., size 4, square toes, " I. B." stamped on soles ; 1 pair do., size 4, sprigged ; 1 pair lady's shoes, size 5, supposed plain fronts ; 1 pair do., size 4 ; 3 pairs do., size 3 ; 3 pairs of brown leather do., size 3 and 4 ; 1 pair girl's kid boots, size 8 ; 1 pair do., size 9 ; 3 pairs do., size 10, 11, and 12 respectively ( all new). Information to Supt, Bielby, County Police Office, Sheffield. PROPERTY FOUND. DURHAM. 85. - Sunderland ( Borough). — Found buried, 25th ult., supposed stolen. 1 silver neck- lace, rather broad links, with large silver locket attached, old- fashioned raised emblem on front, viz., man dressed similar to a clown, with snakes round neck, large water fowl at the bottom, photo of boy and girl inside, apparently taken some years ago ; part of a silver necklace, very broad oval links, small chain, with silver twisted wire running through, attached ; 20 silver twisted wire bangles ; 1 oval silver locket, oval on top and under side, birds and boughs engraved thereon ; 1 do. flat both sides, bird on bough engraved thereon ; 1 do. small size ; 2 Maltese cross medals, " L. Clark, Aysgarth, 1895," on both; 2 large silver ear- drops ; 1 silver brooch, ring shape, 4 squares and several small knobs round it. Information to Chief Constable Carter, Sunder- land. APPREHENSIONS. 86.— Denbighshire, Wrexham ( County).— SOLOMON YATES, Case No. 10, 9th inst. m — Lancashire, Wigan ( County).— DENNIS TOCKER, Case No. 23, 16th inst. 88. — Leicestershire, Leicester ( Borough).— W. V. CLIFFORD, Case No. 29, 16th inst. 89- Staffordshire, Bakewell ( County).— SAMUEL JOHN HOWARD, Case No. 9, 26th January, 1900. 90— Sussex ( East), Eastbourne ( Borough).— CHARLES WARREN, Case No. 44, 2nd inst. Sussex ( East), Hove ( Borough).— HENRY GEORGE SKINNER, Case No. 45, 15th September, 1899. LATEST INFORMATION. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT HAMPSHIRE. 92.— Winchester ( City). — R. TAYLOR, Case No. 20, 19th January last, not now wanted. Warrant withdrawn. LANCASHIRE. 93.— Clitheroe ( Borough)— LUKE BURKE Office No. 44248. See Case No. 24, 9th Marofr, 1894. Not now wanted. WA R WICKSHIRE. 94. Birmingham ( City). — For stealing £ 35 9s., and several watches— THOMAS MOORE, age 32, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache dark ; dress, black coat and vest, dark mixture trousers, black tie with white spots, black hard felt hat. A shoemaker ; native of Weymouth. Recently employed as a caretaker. Has served in the Royal Warwickshire Regiment. Warrant issued. 95 — Birmingham ( City).— For stealing £ 70— JOHN CONNOR, age 28, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion, hair ( curly), and slight moustache dark, 1 upper front tooth missing, scar over left eye ; dress, dark tweed suit, black hard felt hat. A tailor's cutter, or auctioneer's assistant; native of Southport. Was accompanied by his wife, age about 24, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., stout build ; wear- ing dark clothes, black velvet hat trimmed feathers. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Rafter, Birming- ham. PROPERTY STOLEN. LANCASHIRE. W— Kirkham ( County).— 21st inst., from a steam trawler at Fleetwood, a silver English lever watch, No. 257y, maker " Munt" ; 1 very heavy gold curb Albert chain, gold locket and swivel seal as appendages ; 1 black and gold enamel tin cash box, about 8 in. long, 4 in. wide, containing £ 8; 1 gold English lever keyless watch, J plate, white dial, gold hands, minute hand broken; 1 heavy gold Albert chain, cable link pattern, Jubilee half sovereign as pendant; 1 gold ring, curb pattern; 1 silver Geneva watch; silver Albert chain, long link pattern, a half- crown piece ( which has been used as a brooch), white metal compass, press key, anchor, and cross attached— By A MAN, age about 39 ( looks younger), height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion sallow, hair and moustache dark, crucifixion tattooed on one arm, woman with a fan standing on a globe on other; dress, Dungaree suit, blue serge cap. leather slippers. Has been employed as a ship's cook. 97.— Kirkham ( County). — Between 15th and 19th inst., at Wesliam, a lady's royal blue heavy cloth - J jacket, double breasted, large puff sleeves, black piping on inside seams, 3 large pearl buttons on left side; 1 do. fawn jacket, fly front, fastens with 4 cloth buttons, pearl button at top and bottom, shoulder of mutton sleeves, broad turned- down collar— By A MAN, age 19, height 5 ft. 6 in., slight build, complexion fresh, hair dark sandy, upper front teeth prominent ( 1 missing) ; dress, dark tweed suit, red and khaki coloured tie, lace boots. Information to Supt. Ormerod, Kirkham. APPREHENSION. 98 .— Worcestershire, Evesham ( County).— Supervisee WILLIAM RRADLEY, Office No. 1317/ 98, Case No. 95, 16th inst., at Shrewsburv.