THE POLICE GAZETTE PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, MARCH 30, 1900. VOL. XVII., No. 1696. REGrXJLATIOlVS. 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 mil be inserted in one issue of the POLICE GAZETTE, if they are sufficient to enable action to be taken upon them by another force. .. ..... .7 3. Particulars as to stolen property will he likewise inserted in one isme, ij sufficient to enable the article in question to he thereby identified. 4. In all cases where a reward is offered, the name and address of some person responsible for the payment must be given, and the exact conditions must be clearly stated. 5. Portraits of persons whose apprehension is sought for serious offences, and engravings of stolen property will be inserted at a cost of l hs. 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 he guaranteed by the signature of an officer of not less rank than Superintendent; and, if the n/ ime of such person is required to he 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 not less rank than Inspector, or analogous thereto. w 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 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 crises the officer signing the request for the insertion of my announcement will be wholly responsible for any proceedings which may result from such publication. 11 Announcements for the Friday issue should be forwarded so as to be received not later than noon on Wednesday, and for the Tuesday edition not later than Saturday morning. They must be clearly written on one side of the paper only ; 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. Anjwunccments concerning property lost or persons missing can only be accepted on payment, and the charges for the insertion of the same will be given on application. R. ANDERSON, Editor. NOTICE. 1.— The composition of the Friday No. of the " Police Gazette " will be found arranged for easy reference as fol- lows :— ( a) Regulations at top of first page. ( b) Apprehensions Sought. ( 1). Metropolitan Police District. ( 2). Counties. ( 3). Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged, as far as practicable, in alphabetical order. ( c) Persons in Custody. ( 1). Metropolitan Police District. ( 2). Counties. ( 3). Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged in alphabetical order. ( d) Property Stolen. ( 1). Metropolitan Police District. ( 2). Counties. ( 3). Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged in alphabetical order. 2.— Any additional copies of the GAZETTE beyond the number at present supplied will be forwarded on application in the form set forth in circular of the 7th of November, 1883. 3.— It i6 particularly requested that any com- plaints as to the non- delivery or of irregularity in the date of delivery of the POLICE GAZETTE, may be at once notified to the Editor. SPECIAL NOTICE. PRISONERS UNDER REMAND. . - Tile aid of the Metropolitan Police is frequently ^ sought by other Police Forces to make inquiries respecting the antecedents of prisoners under re- mand, and such inquiries often result in identi- fying accused persons as being old offenders. But, in many cases, the time allowed for such inquiries is so brief that effect cannot be given to the request for information or that it can be com- plied with only in a perfunctory manner, and at great inconvenience. The Editor would therefore suggest, in the interest of the Provincial Police Forces, that fotir clear days, at least, should be allowed in eases of the kind, to complete the inquiries asked for. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT I.— Criminal Investigation De- partment.— For failing to answer an indict- ment, 12th inst., for publishing obscene books— HARRY SIDNEY NICHOLS, age 45, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fair, round features, hair light, clean shaved, eyes blue. A publisher. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. AYRSHIRE. 2.— Ayr ( County).— For stealing, 27th ult. 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 Maucliline. 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 chaigeable to the Brecon Union— RICHARD WOOD, alias DICK THE DRAINER, age 43 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 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 ij5 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. ( I — 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 ' J 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 Srfpt. Phillips, Aberystwyth. CHESHIRE. £ 2 REWARD. 8.— Middlewich ( County).— For deserting his family— CHARLES DAVIES, age 44, height 5 ft. t! in., complexion sallow, hair black, stoops slightly, carries his head on one side. A native of Northwich. Warrant issued. The above reward will be paid by the Guardians of the Northwich Union to any person giving 6uch 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. 4J in., oval face, hair and moustache brown, eyes ( small) blue, sharp pointed Roman nose, FRIDAY, MARCH 30, 1900. 18.— 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 face, double chin, hair 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. it 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. 19.— Petersfield { County).— WOT obtaining £ 2 17s. bv false pretences, 1st inst.— G. SHANE ( supposed' false), age 60 to 70, height 5 ft. ti 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. 20 — 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. 21.— Ross ( Count//).— For an indecent assault — FREDERICK VAUGHAN, age l'. l, 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. HERTFORDSHIRE. 22.— Watford ( County).— For conspiracy and fraud.- REUBEN SUTTON HAMBLEY, age 20, height 5 ft. 6^ in , complexion, hair, and slight moustache dark ; dress, blue reefer suit, greenish colour overcoat with sack back, blac.. satin tie, black hard felt hat with wide brim, brown boots. A native of Hungerford, Berks. Warrant issued. Information to Superintendent Wood, Watford. KENT. 2").— 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. Information to Supt. Lacy, Chatham. LANARKSHIRE. 26.— Motherwell ( County).— For stealing, 10th ult., a silver watch ( recovered); 1 blue rough tweed overcoat, velvet collar, black lining, black and white sleeve lining HENRY RICHARDS, alias STEPHENSON, STEVENS, ROGERS, and LITTLE ION, age 33, height 5 ft. in., stout build, complexion fresh, hair dark brown, mous- tache dark, eyes hazel, short- sighted and wears glasses when reading, back of left hand and lst, 2nd, and 3rd fingers contracted, dot back of left forearm, upper front teeth missing. Previously convicted at Hull, York, Leeds, Morpeth, Durham, Cardiff, Tain, Glasgow, and Greenock. See portrait case No. 39, 19th August, 1898. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Moir, Motherwell, N. B. LANCASHIRE. 27— Chorley ( County).— For stealing, be- tween 25th and 26th inst., a dark grey cloth single- breasted J overcoat, black bone buttons, velvet collar, short division in centre of back, green letter case in one pocket; 1 pair brown kid gloves; 1 silver verge watch, double case, " W. Gillett" on outside of outer case— A MAN, age about 26, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion dark, hair dark brown, clean shaved ; dress, blue serge jacket suit, light tie and cap. Stated he was a horse dealer, and native of Devonshire. Information to Supt. Norris, Chorley. 2$.— 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. 29.— Manchester ( City).— For failing to report— Supervisee JANE ALLEN, alios 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 28th February, 1894. C. M P 200. 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. DERBYSHIRE. 11- 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 tiowers, 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. DEVONSHIRE. 12.— Plymouth ( Borough).— For failing to report — Licence - holder WILLIAM LITTLE, Office No. 347- 00, age 53, height 5 ft. 6 in., com- plexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes grey, right middle finger amputated, scar left side forehead, between left middle finger and ring finger. A stone dresser; native of Aberdare. Sentenced at New Sarum Assizes, 30th May, 1894, to 3 years penal servitude for larceny. Hemanet of former sentence expires 11th June, 1900. Pre- viously convicted at Gloucester, Swansea, and Cardiff. C. K. U. 752. Information to the Chief Constable, Borough Police, Plymouth. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 13 — Gloucester ( County).— For failing to report — Supervisee WILLIAM JONES, alias CHARLES MATTHEW HOPKINS, Office No. 526- 00, age 73, height 5 ft. I5 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. 14.— staple Hill ( County).— For obtaining food and lodgings by false pretences— HENRY WALKER, alias YORKEY, age 45 to 50, height 5 ft. ti 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. 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. HAMPSHIRE. 16 — Aldershot ( County). — For stealing £ 15, 24th inst. — WILLIAM WHITE, age 19, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes brown : dress, brown tweed jacket with green Btripes, black trousers and vest, black cap. An officer's servant of the 2nd Hampshire Regiment, from which he is a deserter. Probably accompanied by A MAN, age 19, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, scar top of both middle fingers. A deserter from the above Regi- ment. Supposed wearing plain clothes. 17•— Aldershot ( County).— For stealing £ 42 15s. 2} d.— HENRY BLACK, age 39, height 5 ft. 5J 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. May endeavour to leave the country. Information to Supt. Hawkins, Aldershot. HUNTINGDONSHIRE. 23.— 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 Stratf ord- on- A von. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Freestone, St. Neots. ISLE OF WIGHT. 24. 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. Licence- holder FREDERICK FISCHER MEYER, alias EMILE PIPER and CHARLES FISCHER, Office No. 216- 00, age 26, height 5 ft. 1 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 pen" l 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. FRIDAY, MARCH 30, 1000. T H E POLICE GAZETTE. 3 PORTRAITS OF PERSONS WANTED METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 30.— E Division. - For stealing pearls to the value of £ 5,000 ( recovered)— CHRISTOPHER BALIAN, age 32 ( o 35, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., broad shoulders, complexion sallow, hair black, left eye deficient, eyelid closed, right dark brown ; usually wears grey overcoat and black felt hat. A native of Smyrna. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. OXFORDSHIRE. £ 10 REWARD. 31. — Henley { County). — For embezzling £ 221 13s. ltd., 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 wateh and chain. A brewer's clerk ; native of Henley- on- Thames. Absconded ltith inst. Warrant issued. The above reward will be paid by Messrs. W. H. Brakspeare & Co., Brewers, Henley- on- Thames, for such information as will lead to the arrest of Prior. Information to Supt. Jennings, Henley- on- Thames. LANCASHIRE. Licence- holder EDWARD TAYLOR, alias JOHN LAMB, RICHARD ARMSTRONG, GEORGE BULL, EDWARD WRIGHT, and GEORGE NOY COPE, Office No. 286- 01:, age 70, height 5 fl. 4 J 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. '• St.— 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. 33.— 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. 34.— Oldham ( Borough).— For non- payment of maintenance arrears— MICHAEL JOSEPH FEGAN, age 36, height 5 ft. 9 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. MONMOUTHSHIRE. 35.— 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 nalive 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. 36.— Monmouth ( County).— For stealing ( bailee), 30th December, 1899, a silver lever watch — HENRY MARTIN, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. Ill or 11 in., slightly round shoulders, complexion sallow, hair and moustache dark ; wearing dark grey clothes ( greasy), and dark cap. A watch and clock cleaner. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Parker, Monmouth. 37.- Pontypool ( County). — For stealing, 17th ult., a silver English lever wateh, " Wheelei and Gee" on dial; 1 silver lever watch, " AUmark, Pontypool" on dial; 1 10 ct. gold Albert, with cross pendant; 1 silver curb pattern Albert; and £ 119s. 6d.— WILLIAM THOMAS, age about 30, 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. 38.- Welshpool ( County). — For leaving his wife and family chargeable to ilie 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. NORFOLK. 39.— Kings Lynn ( Borough).— For desert- ing their wives and' families— JOHN THOMAS PINNER, age 32, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes blue, scar left shin, " T. P." tattooed on left arm, birthmark on chest. A native of Kings Lynn. Has worked as a labourer for the National Telephone Co.— JOHN WARD, age 39, height 5 ft. 7 in., slight build, complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes blue. A carpenter; native of Tilney St. Laurence.— HENRY WALKER DOCKING, age 31, height 5 ft. in., complexion sallow, hair ( curly) black, si ight side whiskers and moustache, eyes brown, very broad forehead. A painter; native of Kings Lynn. For deserting his family — EBENEZER O. FORDHAM, age 35, height 5 ft, 8 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, whiskers and moustache, eyes blue, of military appearance. A carpenter; native of Kings Lynn. Warrants issued. A reward of £ 1 will be paid in each case by Mr. R. Coulton, Clerk to the Kings Lynn Guardians, for such information as will lead to the arrest of above. Information to Chief Constable Payne, Kings Lynn. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. 40.— Northampton { County).— For steal- ing ( bailee) £ 26 15s. while secretary of the Amalgamated Society of Railway Servants— ARTHUR EDWARD BAINES, age 32, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion fresh, hair, side whiskers, and moustache light brown, lst joint of left little finger missing. Was employed as a foreman shunter on the L. & N. Western Railway. A native of Seaton, Rutland. Absconded in January last, Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Webster, County Police Office, Northampton. 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 60, 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. • 12.— Peterborough ( Liberty » /').— For stealing eggs at Peterborough Common, 25th January last— THOMAS LEATHERLAND, age about 40, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh, hair, whiskers, and moustache brown, lost left arm ; dressed as a farm labourer. Warrant issued. Information to Supt, Blackmail, Peterborough. NOTTINGHAMSHIRE. is.— 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; I 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. PERTHSHIRE. 44.— Perth ( County). — For fraud to the amount of £ 228 5s. 6d., 26th 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 ( smallj 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, P « rth, N. B. T I I E POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, MARCH 30, 1900. SHROPSHIRE. 45.- Church Stretton ( County).— For stealing 2 bags of oats, 12tli inst,— JOHN TUDOR, age 35, height 5 ft. - 1 in., rather stout build, com- plexion fresh, hair dark brown, clean shaved, stammers ; dress, black cloth jacket and vest, dark cloth trousers and peak cap, strong lace boots. A native of Bridgnorth. May be found at farm- houses working as a labourer or horse- breaking. Warrant issued. Information to Supt, Barnett, Church Stretton. 46.— 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. 47.— Frome ( County).— For obtaining 3s. by false pretences, 8th inst.- SKIPWORTH, age 45 to 50, height 5 ft. 0 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. 48.— 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, cheeks sunken, 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. 49.— 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, alius 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). 50.— Lowestoft ( County).— 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). 51.— Eastbourne { Borough).— For stealing, between 10th and 21st inst., 2 sheets and a table cover ( recovered), and a pair of blankets— MRS. BERESFORD, alias ANN MORTON, age 35 to 40, height about 5 ft., slight build, complexion and hair dark ; dress, light grey three- quarter jacket, black or blue dress, toque hat trimmed blue bows. Supposed identical with MAUD BERESFORD, Case No. 95, 24th November, 1899. Was accompanied by her two daughters, age 12 and 13 respectively, one wore a long navy blue jacket, the other a long fawn colour jacket, and white sailor hats with black bands. Absconded 21st inst. Warrant issued. 52 — 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). 53.— 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. 54.— 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. 55.— 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. 56.— 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. 57 — Coventry ( City). - For stealing a postal order for 20s. — WILLIAM, alias ARTHUR JEFFS, age 22, height 5 ft. 4J 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. 58.— Leamington ( Borough).— For stealing, 23rd ult., a Singer's " Modele de Luxe " bicycle, 1897 pattern, No. 101903 on seat lug, 23* in. 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. WESTMORLAND. 59.— Kendal ( Borough).— For obtaining by a forged letter, 24th inst., a silver English lever watch ( new), No. 24900, cream dial, crystal glass, " Rhodes, Kendal," on dial and works, plain silver case with shield and garter on back— A MAN, who gave the name of WILLIAM WILSON, age 40 to 45, height 5 ft, 5 or 6 in., complexion sallow, hair ( turning grey) brown, side whiskers dark : wearing a long grey over- coat, and grey tweed cap. Appearance of a farm labourer. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Burrow, Kendal. WILTSHIRE. 60.— 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. 61. — 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. 62. — 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 froC 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. 63. 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. 64 — Dudley ( Borough).— For larceny ( lodg- ings), 10th inst.— J. MAYFIELD, alias VERNON, HY. WILLMER, GEORGE HY. WILLIAMS, LORD, and J. KING, age 39, height 5 ft. 5A in., complexion fresh, hair ( bald on top), moustache, and eyes brown, cut mark base right thumb; dress, dark overcoat, velvet col lar, dark suit, black hard hat. A pianoforte tuner. Previously con- victed of embezzlement, & c., at Bath, Rhyl Runcorn, Mold, Newport, Manchester, and Preston! Warrant issued. Information to Chief Supt. Speke, Dudley. YORKSHIRE ( East Riding). 65.— Hull ( City).— For absconding with work- house clothing— WILLIAM McDONALD, age 61, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion fresh, hair and heavy beard grey, peculiar eyes; dress, blue 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. 66.— Hull ( City).— For stealing £ 233 4s. 4d.— ALEXANDER ROBERTSON DICK, age 54 to 58, height 5 ft. 6 in., stout build, complexion florid, hair ( short), beard, moustache, and eyes grey, deep forehead, speaks quickly, eczema on left hand, sometimes wears a glove with fingers cut off, of smart appearance ; dress, dark grey jacket suit, blue black rough cloth overcoat, black liat 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 or 2 in., complexion 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, GLOUCESTERSHIRE. Ii7.~ Dursley ( County). — Committed for trial at Gloucester Quarter Sessions, 4th April, for obtaining goods by false pretences.— Expiree JOHN THOMAS ARMITAGE, Office No. 314/ 99, age 42, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair sandy, eyes blue, nail of right ring finger de- formed, scar over eyebrows, bridge of nose broken and inclines to right. Sentenced at Huntingdon Quarter Sessions 20th October, 1896, to 3 years penal servitude for attempted fraud. Previously convicted at Dewsbury, Glasgow, Wakefield, Sheffield, and Leeds. T. W. 459. Information to Superintendent Biggs, Dursley. FRIDAY, MARCH 30, 1900. T H E POLICE GAZETTE. 5 HERTFORDSHIRE. 68.- St. Albans ( City).— Remanded for obtaining money by false pretences — FRANK BARKER, alias MILLS, age 33, height 5 ft. 8i in., complexion fresh, hair ( turning grey) brown, eyes grey ; dress, blue serge suit, long fawn coloured overcoat, black bowler hat, brown shoes, some- times wears a plaid cap. Information to Head Constable Blatch, St. Albans. NORFOLK. 69.— Norwich ( City).— Committed for trial at Quarter Sessions, 11th prox., for obtaining goods by false pretences— CHARLES HENRY BURTON, alias JAMES HENDERSON, J. J. WATSON, and JOHN VAUGHAN HORTON, gge 50, height 5 ft. 6 in., stout build, complexion sh, hair ( bald in front) dark ( turning grey), eyes brown, slightly round shoulders, short neck, long nose, gout in hands and feet, ends of fingers and toes deformed, of Jewish appearance, walks with a stick ; dress, dark Scotch tweed overcoat, dark tweed coat and vest, grey striped trousers, black and white tie, gold anchor pin set turquoise, black hard hat. States he is a native of London. Information to Chief Constable Winch, Nor- wich. YORKSHIRE ( East Riding). 70.— Bridlington ( County). — Remanded till 31st inst. for larceny— RICHARD BAKER, age 25, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion sallow, hair light brown, eyes blue, Warspite, WADLC, 1.1, Love, Hags, and RO on left forearm ; dress, blue serge suit, grey overcoat and cap, lace boots. Supposed native of Maryhill, Glasgow. 71.— Bridlington ( County).— Sentenced, 24th inst., to 2 months' imprisonment for larceny — FRANK FERRY, age 35, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown ( bald on top), eyes blue, rose, wheel, bracelet and star left fore- arm, dot back of right hand ; dress, blue pilot coat, light plaid jacket, black vest, brown cord trousers, lace boots. A native of Sheffield. Information to Supt. Cooper, Bridlington. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 72.— D Division. — 9th inst., 2 gold brooches ( 1 diamond paste star, set in silver, 4 fastenings ; 1 gold bar, set 3 diamonds, surrounded by small pearls and sparks); 3 bracelets ( 1 solid virgin gold, twisted, with nugget at each end ; 1 small gold band, pearl star in centre ; 1 silver gilt, curb chain pattern); 2 gold rings ( 1 signet, crest, a stork, thereon ; 1 lady's, set 3 South African rubies); 6 old gold waistcoat buttons, size of threepenny pieces, with shanks ; 1 thin gold neck chain, 14 in. long, Prince of Wales pattern ; 1 gold compass, ring attached ; 1 old silver snuff box, " L. A. M." engraved on lid : 1 old silver vinaigrette ; 1 silver match box, dented. 7.'!.— D Division. — 9th inst., three gold bracelets ( 1 cable pattern, set 1 diamond and 1 turquoise alternately ; 1 Hat band pattern, fasten- ing worked to represent a button- hole with pearl for button; and 1 band pattern with square mount, set large diamond in centre, surrounded by small pearls) ; 2 gold brooches ( 1 bee- shape, body composed of large sapphire, diamond wings, ruby eyes ; 1 horse- shoe pattern, set 1 row of sap- phires, 1 row of diamonds, graduating at ends) ; 2 pairs gold earrings ( 1 solitaire pattern, set large diamond ; 1 cluster, claw setting, large diamond in centre): 4 half- hoop gold rings ( 3 set 5 diamonds, graduating; 1 oval shape, set turquoise, 3 diamonds each side); 1 plain gold bangle, pad- lock attached ; 1 small gold whistle, half chased, half plain; 1 gold chain purse; 1 round gold miniature frame ; 1 long gold neck chain, with locket, in shape of a padlock, " E. to G., 1881," engraved thereon ; 2 silver serviette rings (" G. E. 1I." on one, and " Kit " on the other) ; 32 spoons ( 12 silver tea, apostle pattern ; 12 plated dessert ; 8 table ditto, plain pattern; 1 salad Uife and fork, walnut handles, silver bands; 1 plated fish carver and fork ; 1 pickle fork, red coral handle ; 12 plated dessert knives, and 12 do. forks, fluted handles; 1 pair of grape scissors, and 2 pairs nutcrackers, chased flowers, fruit, and a small fan thereon. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. CHESHIRE. 74. - Middlewich ( County).— 23rd iust., at Northwich, an aluminium bicycle, free wheel, transfer " The Singer Grand Model," 28 in. wheels, Welch- Dunlop tyres, Hat handle bar with receptacle for inflator, rubber pedals, mudguards, silver- plated lamp and bell attached. Information to Supt. Large, Middlewich. DERBYSHIRE. 75.— 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 babybell. 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. 76.— 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. 77.- 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. 78. — 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. 79.- Portsmouth ( Borough).— 22nd inst., a " Cruiser " roadster bicycle, 27 in. frame, black enamelled, gold stripes, 28 in. wheels, Woodlev rims, A. B. ordinary tyres, rather large ornamental driving wheel, A in. pitch, Appleby's chain, head lug and top of back stays plated, flat handle bars, cork handles, black tips, K. F. Hall's brake, Brook's B 28 saddle. Cooper fittings," Cruiser " in gold letters on down tube, transfer with " Royal Naval Cycle Works, 143 Arundel Street, Land- port," battleship under steam and maker " C. J. Jones" on head.— Suspicion is attached to A MAN, age about 22, height 5 ft. 9 in., slight build, complexion pale, hair black, clean shaved, eyes brown, straight nose ; dress, dark check lounge coat and vest, black trousers, black neckerchief with yellow stripes, black hard felt hat, button boots. 80.- 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 stnds, engraved imitation oak leaves ; 1 regulation Navy mackintosh, " Thornton, King's Road," on tab. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Portsmouth. 81.— Southampton ( Borough).— Between 23rd and 24th inst., 6 silver apostle spoons, gold plated ; 11 silver tea spoons, initials " D. K. P." engraved thereon ; 1 pair silver sugar tongs, gold plated ; 1 pair small do., silver- plated ; 1 brooch made of a grouse claw, silver mounted ; 1 long gold brooch, inlaid in centre with coloured stones forming a bird ; 1 thick plain silver ring ; 1 silver thimble ; 1 silver- plated butter stand ; 1 butter knife, ivory handle, plated blade ; 1 silver locket, wide chain attached. Information to the Chief Constable, South- ampton. HERTFORDSHIRE. 82.— Watford ( County).— 27tli 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 " I'ontasdive" ; 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 & 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 Sapt. Wood, Watford. ISLE OF WIGHT. 83. — 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. 84.— 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"); .6 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 dress 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 ; 1 18 ct. gold opal ring ; I 9 ct. link Albert; 2 do. close curb Alberts, U 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; 6 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. 85.— Kirkham ( Ctounty).— 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. 86.— Kirkham ( County). — Between 15th and 19th inst., at Wesham, a lady's royal blue heavy cloth £ 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 budd, 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. S7.— Ormskirk ( County).— 12th inst., at Aughton, an old Sheffield plate teapot, engraved scrawl pattern ; 1 Queen Anne 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 ; I 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. 4 T H E P O L I C E G A Z E T T E. 88.— 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 ; IS 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 fit. 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 ; li ladies' tine 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. 89. — Salford ( Borough). — 9th inst., by burglary, a very fine 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, biack 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; I do., green handle, silver capped; 1 do., straight brown handle, silver top ; 1 red flannel case 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 silver egg spoons ; 7 nickel silver salt spoons ; 2 coloured cotton table cloths; 1 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. 90.— Pulham Market ( County).— 12th inst,, at Harleston, a first grade aluminium Hum- ber bicycle, light racer, No. 48070 R, 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. 91— Peterborough ( City).— 21st 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 Hank 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. 92.— 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 0 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. SURREY. V. y— Chertsey ( County).— 21st inst,, by burglary, at Hyfleet, a fawn colour covert coat, dark brown lining with light stripes ; 1 silver pencil case, sword pattern ; 1 pair eyeglasses, steel rims; 6 plated fish knives and forks, ivory handles; and about 12 foreign bronze coins. Information to Supt. Hackman, Chertsey. YORKSHIRE ( East Riding). 91.— Hull ( City).— 14th inst,, a safety bicycle, enamelled green, usual plated parts, 30 in. front wheel, 28 in. back wheel, tangent spokes, Palmer tyres with new outer covers, flat handle bar, cork handles with bone tips, rubber pedals ( much worn), roller chain, gear about 66J, brass collar on driving wheel, mudguard with loose leather flap on front wheel only, spring saddle which has been repaired, bell attached. 15th inst., a " Victory" bicycle, enamelled black with usual plated parts, 24 in. frame, 28 in. wheels, tangent spokes, Westwood rims, A. B. non- puncturable tyres, Harper's fittings, flat handle bar, cork handles with bright tips, rat- trap pedals with toe clips, Hadley's roller chain, fancy chain wheel, B. K. rim brake on front wheel, Blumel's celluloid mudguards with flap on front one, Brooks's B 28 saddle. Eadie's lamp bracket, transfer " Ship, Victory," and maker's name, " A. E. Brown, Witham, Hull," on head and down tube; also " Victory" on tube running from head to bracket, free wheel gear 65;!, fixed gear 74. bag with cog inside attached. Information to Capt. Gurney, Chief Constable, Hull. LATEST INFORMATION. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 95.— 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 6 eggs ; 4 small salt cellars, 2 cockle- shell pattern, 2 gilt inside ; 3 serviette rings, " H. W., Jr." and " FT." 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 Huted teapot, plating worn off ; all electro plated ; 1 gill tankard ; 1 cream j ug, 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. APPREHENSIONS. 96 — Metropolitan Police District, P Division. — Licence - Holder HENRY SCOTT, Case No. 3, 9th inst. 97.— Berkshire, Reading ( Borough). — RICHARD SKINNER, Case No. t), 23rd ult., at Bristol. 98— Denbighshire, Wrexham ( County).— PATRICK DARBY, Case No. 11, and WILLIAM GRONNOW PRICE, Case No. 33, 23rd inst. 99.— Kent, Chatham ( County).— JOHN SIMPSON, Case No. 24, and JOHN JAMES YOUSEMAN, Case No. 25, 23rd inst. 100.— Lancashire, Liverpool ( City).— Licence- holder WILLIAM CUNNINGHAM, see Case No. 27, 9th inst. 101.— Sussex ( East), Eastbourne ( Borough).— JAMES FRANCIS SLATER, Case No. 43, 25th September, 1896. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 102.— C Division.— 28th in3t., 3 watches ( 1 18 ct. gold Geneva lever, engine- turned cases ( worn), white dial, new ring ; 1 lady's keyless IS ct. gold Geneva, about size of a shilling; 1 rolled gold stop watch, large size, chased edges); 1 small 18 ct. gold fetter link double Albert, half a spade guinea set in a gold and glass frame, date 1787, and a flat gold cigar cutter ( new) attached ; 1 gold bangle, plain band, set moonstone in centre surrounded with pearls, safety chain attached ; 1 thin gold rope pattern neck chain, Bnap fastening/* 1 star pendant, set pearls graduating from centre,*: size of a shilling ; 1 gold bar brooch, with 3 stones ( red, white, and blue) carved in the shape of ship lanterns ; a child's gold ring, set 2 blue stones ; 5 scarf pins ( 1 gold horseshoe, set pearls ; 1 small do., set diamonds in silver; 1 plain oval single pearl ; 1 small heart, set diamond in centre ; 1 single string of imitation pearls. 28th inst,, 1 lady's silver English lever watch, white dial ( cracked), twisted pattern gold Albert ( double in centre), with heart ( chased flowers) be- tween the strands, 2 gold charms ( 1 heart, 1 round shape) attached : 3 gold bracelets ( 1 curb chain, padlock and gilded 3d. piece attached ; 1 plain band, lover's knot and heart ( chased) thereon, has been repaired ; 1 twisted pattern, with gold beads in centre); 4 gold rings ( 1 keeper, chased; 1 dress, set pearls and corals ( 1 coral deficient); 1 gipsy, set 5 brilliants); 1 plain wire, heart thereon; 2 gold brooches ( 1 wire, " Maude" thereon ; 1 set brilliants and small heart); 1 silver thimble ; a very small pattern yellow metal muff chain. 103— K Division.— 29th inst., by house- breaking, 1 gold hunter watch, striking hours, halfs and quarters, with bells, Swiss make, plain cases ; 1 lady's 18 ct. gold do., with pin bar and chain, " L. M." in diamonds and pearls thereon ; 2 diamond rings ( 1 single stone ; 1 lady's half hoop, set 5 stones); 2 gold bangles ( 1 set 3 car- buncles ; 1 snake pattern, set turquoise and pearls); 1 gold pin, set 1 large pearl, surrounded by 5 small ones; 2 pairs gold earrings ( 1 single stone diamond ; 1 set 8 or 9 small diamonds); 2 gold brooches ( 1 made of 5 nuggets; 1 leaf spray, set about 30 small diamonds); 1 gold brooch and earrings to match, engraved with flowers ; 1 red leather purse. 104.— T Division.— 24th inst,, 2 gold watches ( 1 lady's keyless, plain case, " A. C." in monogram on back, " In memory of kindly help in time of trouble" inscribed inside ; 1 gentleman's, very thin, old fashioned, white face); 1 gold neck chain, ball pattern, set alternately with uncut opals, sapphire one side, ruby the other; 2 ladies' gold rings ( 1 very large half hoop, set 5 large diamonds; 1 do., marquise, sapphire in centre surrounded with diamonds; 1 massive gold pendant, set garnets, 3 uncut opals ( 1 large, 2 small); 1 grey crocodile skin purse, silver mounts ; 1 very old- fashioned round silver filigree brooch ; 2 very old coins, 1 foreign, other 5s. piece. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. MISCELLANEOUS. staFFORDSHIRE. 105.— Stafford ( County).— Information re- quired as to the whereabouts of Licence- holder ROBERT COX. alias' HENRY BAKER, and GEORGE PEGLER, Office No. 667- 00, age 43, height ."> ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes grey ( blind left), 6 blue dots back left forearm, and 5 dots between left thumb and forefinger. A gardener ; native of Stroud. Sentenced at Devizes Assizes on 26th October, 1893, to 6 years penal servitude for burglary; liberated on > \ inst. on a second licence, which expires on 17M July next, Previously convicted at Wells, Here- ford, Taunton, Gloucester and Usk. J. T. 563. Information to the Chief Constable, County Police, Stafford. APPREHENSION. 106.— Sussex ( East), Battle ( County). - WILLIAM ARTHUR LAW, Case No. 49,19th January, 1900. LONDON, PRINTED FOR HER MAJESTY'S STATIONERY OFFICE BY J. J. KElIHER * Co., 99, VICTORIA STREET, S. W. ; 33, KING WILLIAM STREET, E. C. ; AND MARSH. ALSEA WORKS, S. E.