THE FOLIC PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY, NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, AUGUST 31, 1900. VOL. XVII., No. 1740. REGULATIONS. I 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 icill be likewise inserted in one issue, if sufficient to enable the article in question to be thereby identified. 4. In all cases where a reward, is offered, the name and. address of some person responsible, for the payment must be given, " ml the exact, conditions must be clearly stated. 5 Portraits of person* whose apprehension is sought for serious offences, and engravings of stolen property will be inserted, at a cost of 15s. per portrait, arul of 7s. 6d. per photo- graph or sketch of a stolen a rticle. 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 itiscrted and no warrant, is in force against him, the requisition must be signed by the chief officer of police, or his immediate deputy, of the county, city, or borough, as the case may be. 7. Annouiwements concerning stolen property must be guaranteed by an officer of not less rank than Inspector, or analogous thereto. 8. Announcements of all persons to be apprehended or of stolen property bear a number, and, as 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 OAZETTE, invit, on their apprehension or recovery, at once transmit to the Editor iwtice of the fact, referring to the number of the announcement, for insertion in the next issue. 10. In. all cases the officer signing the request for the insertion of any annowicement will be wholly responsible for any proceedings which may result from such publication. 11. Announcemerds for the Friday issue should be forwarded so as to be received not later than noon on Wednesday, and for the Tuesday edition iwt 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. Announcement's concerning property lost or persons missing can only be accepted on payment, and the charges for the insertion of the same wiU be given on application. E. ANDERSON, Editor. SPECIAL NOTICE. The following is a copy of the order which governs the circulation, by the Metropolitan Police, of advertisements, or reward bills, for the discovery of property or the detection of crime. The Editor inserts it, in hope of preventing delays which some- times occur in publishing such notices, on account of their not being in accordance with the regula- tions in force in the Metropolis :— 1. Printed hand- bills, or other advertisements, offering a reward for the discovery of property or the detection of crime, whether printed and issued by the Metropolitan Police, or distributed and exhibited, with the sanction of the Commissioners, on the application of private persons, or of the Police of any County or Borough, must be clearly expressed in relation to the following points— ( « ) The amount of the reward. ( b) The conditions on which it is payable. ( c) The name and address of the person by whom it will be paid. ( d) The name and address of the printer must appear thereon. ( 32 and 33 Vic., cap. 24, sec. 2.) 2. No expression must be used in such an advertise- ment, in relation to property stolen, or criminally taken or disposed of, lioldingout any expectation that the reward will be paid on its return without the offender being brought to trial, or without enquiry. Attention is particularly directed to theconditions ( a) to ( d), clause 1, as Police Notices are constantly being received by the Metropolitan Police in which the conditions mentioned have not been complied with, especially those marked ( a) and ( c). Such notices are not distributed. NOTE.— There are 190 Stations of the. Metro- politan Police Force at which Notices can be posted. The following specimens of bills are inserted for guidance :— £ 6 REWARD. LOST. 17th December, 1899, at Victoria Street, Westminster, A GOLD LEVER WATCH, No. 54963, " J. S." in monogram on back. Information to Mr. John Smith, 500, Victoria Street. West- minster, by whom the above reward will be paid for the recovery of the watch. [ Insert name and address of the Printer.] £ 50 REWARD. STOLEN. 17th December, 1899, JEWELLERY as follows: [ Give full and accurate description.] The above reward will be paid by Mr. John Smith, 500. Victoria Street, Westminster, to any person giving such infor- mation as will lead to the apprehension and conviction of the thief and recovery of the property, or in proportion to the amount recovered. Information to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W., or to any Police Static. [ Insert name and address of the Printer.] SPECIAL NOTICE. THE EDITOR has received complaints with respect to the late delivery of the POLICE GAZETTE, and desires, with a view to trace the person responsible, that all such complaints may in future be accompanied by the wrapper in which the Gazette was forwarded. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 1.— c Division.— For stealing ( bailee) pictures to the value of £ 1,000— JOSEPH H. CARTER, age 45 to 50, height 5 ft, 4 or 5 in., complexion sallow, hair ( long) dark ; dress, frock coat and vest, dark trousers, silk hat. A native of London. Warrant issued. 2.— E Division.— For stealing an Imperial Yeomanry cloak H. S. MURRAY, alias JERE- MIAH JAMES MAGUIRE, age 35, height 5 ft, 8 in., complexion fair, hair ( curly) dark brown, eyes dark, gunshot wound in neck, head inclined to one side, lame right leg ; dress, khaki uniform, blue tunic with steel chain shoulder guards, or plain clothes. Warrant issued. 3.— E Division .— For embezzlement— DANIEL HYAMS, age 22, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., slightly bow- legged, complexion and hair dark, thin face, false teeth, of Jewish appearance ; dress, supposed light grey suit. A fruiterer ; native of Aldgate, London. Warrant issued. 4.— Y Division.— For obtaining credit by false pretences — ELLEN BIGNALL, alias TOLLEY, MCKENZIE, and WILSON, age 50, height 5 ft. 2 ill., complexion, and hair ( turning grey) dark, eyes grey, left leg artificial; dress, black figured brocade silk skirt and bodice, grey Inverness cape, black bonnet trimmed black feathers and beads, carries a black walking stick with silver band. Represented that she was a large property owner in London and Scotland, had lately inherited various stocks and shares, and produced' bogus documents. Is believed to have left London 1st inst. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office. New Scotland Yard, S. W. CITY OF LONDON. 5.— For obtaining credit while an undischarged bankrupt— BEVERLEY BIRD, age 60, height 6 ft. 2 in., well built, broad shoulders, hair and heavy moustache grey. A retired Army captain. Warrant issued. 6.— For obtaining credit by false pretences— DR. MAURICE HENDL, age 40, height 5 ft. 9 in., slight bnild, hair and moustache black, eyes sunken, prominent nose ; dress, dark clothes, silk hat, wears glasses. Of Jewish appearance. Warrant issued. 7.— For stealing a cheque for £ 296 7s. 9d.— CHARLES THOMAS DAWSON, age 22 ( looks younger), height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion and slight moustache dark; dress, dark clothes, straw hat. Of J ewish appearance. 8.— For embezzlement— HORATIO SYDNEY DAVIS, age 24, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion fair, thin face, hair light, clean shaved, delicate appearance ; dress, black alpaca jacket and straw hat. Late of Bow, London. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. McWilliam, 26, Old Jewry, E. C. BERKSHIRE. 9— Maidenhead County).— Sot obtain- ing £ 6 by a worthless cheque, 28th ult.— MARY FRASER, alias FOSTER, THORNTON, and KATE JACKSON, age 32, height 5 ft. 3 in., com plexion fair, hair and eyes brown, 3 moles right forearm, 2 left cheek, scar on forehead; dress blue cloth coat and skirt, white muslin blouse Tuscan hat with wide brim, trimmed black feathers and chiffon. ( See Case No. 50, 22nd June last, and No. 74,13th ult.) Warrant issued. 10.- Maidenhead ( County).— For stealing, 27th ult., a Geneva gun- metal keyless watch, No. 3694, bevel glass, white dial, second hand, gilt ornaments round figures— A YOUTH, age 16 or 17, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion fresh, round features, hair brown ; dress, dark grey suit, black hard felt hat. Supposed a native of Hackney. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Dorrell, Maidenhead. BRECONSHIRE. 11.— Crickhowell [ County).— For stealing a brown purse, 1 gold ring, and about £ 8— TWO MEN, 1st, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 8 to 10 in., rather slight build, complexion, hair, and heavy moustache dark ; dress, dark monkey jacket, white cord or moleskin trousers, tied below knees, light plaid cap, white neckerchief. 2nd, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 6 to 8 in., stout build, complexion fresh, hair brown, moustache sandy ; dress, light brown jacket, brown cord trousers, dark cap and neckerchief. Appearance of navvies. They left Pandy for Leominster on 2nd inst. Information to Supt. Winterson, Crickhowell. CARNARVONSHIRE. 12.— Carnarvon ( County).— For stealing a gold bracelet, set diamonds and sapphires alter- nately ; 1 gold brooch ; 1 old revolver ; 1 white silk handkerchief; and a number of schoolmaster's certificates granted to R. C. Roberts— JOHN WENTWORTH ( supposed false), age 25 to 30, 2 T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. TUESDAY, AUGUST 2, 1900. height 5 ft. C or 7 in., complexion, hair, and eyes dark, sharp features, scar on left side of neck ; dress, shabby brown coat, brown check knickers, dark stockings, brown boots, wore a gold signet ring, carried a brown hand bag. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Rowland, Carnarvon. CHESHIRE. 13. — Altrincham { County). — For ware- housebreaking and stealing money— WILLIAM SMITH, age 22, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., rather stout build, complexion fair, face bloated, hair very light brown, slight moustache light, eyes grey; dress, black coat and vest, cord trousers, black hard felt hat. A joiner; native of Altrincham Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Okell, Altrincham. 1 i — Macclesfield { County).— For steal- ing, 6th inst., a mare ( recovered) — ROBERT MARFLEET, age 21, height 5 ft. 6f in., com- plexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes grey, scar back of right forearm, palm left hand, and left 1st finger, mole on both arms ; dress, brown coat and vest, black and white plaid trousers ( tight fitting), cap, square toed boots. A native of Dresden, Staffs. See portrait, Case No. 40, 27th nit. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Downes, Macclesfield. 15.— Chester ( City).— For stealing, 8th inst., a bicycle ( recovered) — JACK WENTWORTH, age 27, height 5 ft. ( i in., complexion dark, sharp features, burn or abscess scar on left side neck; dress, old brown coat, brown check knickers, dark stockings, wore a gold signet ring. He left at an hotel, 8th inst., a safety bicycle, dropped handle bars, cork handles with white tips ( ends missing), B. S. A. fittings, odd tyres ( front Scott's Standard), rat- trap pedals, toe clips, " Gurlime, established 1883 " on front bar. 16 — Chester ( City). — For stealing 30s., 7th inst.— WILLIAM CAMERON REYNOLDS, age 17, height 5 ft. 8 in., slight build, hair light brown ; dress, 2 coats ( 1 brown, 1 blue), dark cord trousers, blue peak cap, heavy lace bootB. A farmer labourer ; native of Swinton. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Chester. CUMBERLAND. 17. — Appleby { County).— For stealing a bicycle ( recovered)— SIDNEY L. COOK, alias MONTROSE and LEWIS, age about 30, height 5 ft. 10 in., slight build, complexion sallow, hair and slight moustache dark, wears spectacles, supposed slight impediment in speech; dress, blue serge suit, grey check cap with bicycle badge, or light straw hat, kid shoes. Identical with MAN, Case No. 11, 10th inst. Warrant issued. 18.— Appleby { County).— For obtaining £ 5 by a worthless cheque— HARRY TOMMS, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 10 or 11 in., complexion swarthy, sunburnt, hair ( turning grey) dark brown, large nose slightly bent and appears to have been broken ; dress, brown tweed Norfolk suit, grey stockings, cycling shoes, straw hat with red, white and bine band. Is believed to have in his possession cheques on the Bank of Liverpool, Nos. 4885 to 90 and 4893- 6. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Smith, Appleby. 19.— Carlisle ( County).— For stealing, 9th inst., a pneumatic safety road racer bicycle, " Excelsior" thereon, black enamelled, 28 in. wheels, flat handle bar, old pattern Dunlop 1J in. tyres, back tyre rubber worn all round on" left side, 25 in. frame, pneumatic brake on back wheel, rat- trap pedals, gear about 65, Lycett saddle, oval springs, Lucas inflator, rubber clips, plated lamp — A MAN, age about 30, height 5 ft. 7 in., slight build, complexion fale, round face, slight mous- tache dark, good teeth, speaks with Cumberland accent; dress, black morning coat, grey trousers, cap. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Graham, Carlisle. DERBYSHIRE. 20.— Alfreton ( County).— For embezzling £ 2 15s. Kid — JOHN PURCELL, age 25, height 5 ft. 5 or 0 in., complexion pale, hair light, eyes blue; dress, navy blue suit ( double- breasted square- cut jacket), light cap, brown boots, appear- ance of a groom. Native of Somercotes, Derby- shire. Has been employed as a bread cart man. May endeavour to enlist. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Eyte, Alfreton. DORSETSHIRE. 21.— Poole ( County).— For falsification of accounts, between 1st and 16th inst., at Parkstone WILLIAM BOSWARTH BARNETT, late sub- postmaster, age li ( looks older), height 5 ft. 1( 1 in., complexion fresh, hair, beard, and whiskers ( cut close) grey, moustache ( turning grey) dark, eyes blue ; dress, dark grey suit, white tie, cloth cap, had with him 2 or 3 hand bags. Supposed a native of Bristol. Absconded 17th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Hains, Poole. DURHAM. 22.— Darlington ( County).— For stealing, 2nd inst., a " Court Royal" safety bicycle, makers Lloyd, Court & Co., 24 in. frame, black enamelled and gold lined, 1898 Dunlop tyres, Westwood rims, drop handle bar, cork handles with black tips, block chain, fitted for mudguards, dent in back stay about 4 in. from bottom bracket— A MAN, giving the names of LEWIS and COOK, age about 30, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion sallow, hair and slight moustache dark, wore spectacles, and appeared to have a slight impediment in his speech ; dress, dark navy blue jacket suit, grey check cap, patent leather shoes, wore a strap on right wrist, carried a small black hand bag, and has with him a new grey tweed cycling suit. Represented that he was a cycle dealer. Is wanted elsewhere for similar offences. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Davison, Darlington. ESSEX. 23.— Grays ( County).-— For embezzlement— HENRY TOTT, age 18, height about 5 ft. 4 in., slight build, complexion fair, hair light, slight moustache; dress, blue serge suit. Has been employed as a furniture salesman. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Jordan, Grays. 24.— Maldon ( County).— For stealing ( bailee) 16th inst., a " New Beeston " bicycle, back tyre Woodstock pattern, front tyre Dunlop ( re- covered with Palmer pattern ribbed tread), front forks much curved, slightly dropped handle bars, no brake or mudguards— A MAN, who gave the name of WARRINGTON, age about 22, height about 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fair, hair dark; dress, dark suit, white straw hat. Warrant issued. Information to Inspector Waterman, Maldon. FLINTSHIRE. 25.— Mold ( County).— For absconding from St. David's Reformatory School — CHARLES QUINN, age IS, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion sallow, face blotched, hair brown, eyes grey, slightly knock- kneed ; dress, blue serge jumper and pants, check shirt, white flannel singlet with blue jean edging round neck, lace boots. Is a good B flat clarionet player.— HUGO ERNEST JONES, age 18, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., stout build, complexion fresh, red cheeks, hair dark brown, eyes blue ; dress, blue serge jumper and pants, check shirt, white flannel singlet, buckled boots. Is a good E flat clarionet player. Both natives of London. Information to Supt. Davies, Mold. GLAMORGANSHIRE. 26.— Cardiff ( Borough). — For stealing a watch ( recovered) — JOHN BROOKS, age 22, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion pale, pimples on face, hair ( frizzed) dark, slight moustache brown, hard lump back of left ear, bandage on right thumb ; dress, blue serge jacket suit, straw hat, patent leather boots. A barber ; native of Birmingham. Absconded 18th inst. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. 27.— Cardiff ( Borough).— For rape— WIL- LIAM COLES, age 37, height 5 ft. 4 in., com- plexion ruddy, thin face, hair and slight moustache brown, large red nose, shambling gait, weak knees, drawling accent; dress, dark grey tweed jacket and vest, old dark trousers, pale blue tie, cap, lace boots. A tramway signaller ; native of Hereford. Absconded 27th inst. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Head Constable McKenzie, Cardiff. HAMPSHIRE. 28.— Alton ( County).— For an offence under Section 4 of the Criminal Law Amendment Act 1885— JAMES HOARE, age 17, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion pale, hair light brown, eyes grey ; dress, dark blue suit, white peak cap, heavy lace boots. A tramping labourer; frequents common lodging- houses; native of Portsmouth. Ab- sconded 2lBt inst. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. James, Alton. £ 2 REWARD. 29.— IWinchester ( City). — For deserting his wife and children, leaving them chargeable to the common fund of the New Winchester Union — GEORGE SIMS, age 30, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion fair, hair and eyes dark brown, mole inside right upper and forearm, strawberry birth- mark inside left forearm; dress, usually grey frock coat, grey vest, black trousers, black hard felt hat. A tailor ; native of Winchester. Warrant issued. The above reward will be paid by Mr. George Read, relieving officer of the New Winchester „ Poor Law Union, for such information as will * lead to the arrest of Sims. Information to Head Constable Felton, Win- chester. 30.— Portsmouth ( Borough). — For steal- ing £ 17— THOMAS SMITH, C. S. O., No. M 11341, age 43, height 5 ft. 7£ in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes brown, 2 scars over left eyebrow, 2 over navel; dress, blue jacket and trousers, white straw hat with black band, brown boots. Known as " Country Tommy," and his photograph appears in Illustrated Circular, No. 51, figure 10. Smith was concerned in above larceny with a man now in custody, age about 25, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion fair, hair light; dress, dark bluish grey suit, white straw hat, black band, side spring boots. Both are race followers. 31 .- Portsmouth ( Borough).— For obtain- ing money by false pretences— F. R. GREEN, age about 33, height 5 ft. li in., slight build, com- plexion fair, hair light tinged with grey, clean shaved, long nose, sharp features, speaks quickly, plausible manner; dress, light tweed suit, straw hat with red and blue band, or plaid cap. He advertises in local papers for managers to licenced premises, obtains a deposit, and decamps. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Portsmouth. HEREFORDSHIRE, 32.— Ledbury ( County).— For stealing, 14th ult., at Colwall, a small metal Geneva watch. No. 12119, steel chain attached— HENRY RUSSELL, age 17, height 5 ft. 2 in., complexion dark, hair black, eyes hazel, cast in right eye; dress, black jacket, grey tweed vest, brown cord trousers, grey cap, strong lace boots. A tramping labourer ; native of Birmingham. Information to Supt. Phillips, Ledbury. 33.— Ross ( County).— For housebreaking, 14th inst., at Llancloudy, and stealing a blue pilot cloth jacket, lined blue plaid ; 1 dark grey vest; 3 cotton shirts ; 3 pairs new grey woollen stock- ings ; 1 pair new boots, nailed; 1 rush basket, grey webbing round handles— A MAN, age about 45, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion sallow, hair ( turning grey) dark, rough beard round chin, moustache dark, sore eyes ; dress, dirty drab slop, cord trousers, grey cap or hat. A tramp. ."> 4.— Ross ( County).— For failing to appear to a summons for assault— ARTHUR BRIGGS, age 50, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair ( turning grey) dark, moustache light, eyes blue ; dress, black morning coat, blue vest, dark trousers, lace boots, black hard felt hat, a tramping tailor— BRIDGET BRIGGS, age 32, height 5 ft. 3 or 1 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes hazel ; dress, brown cape, red blouse, black shirt, black sailor hat. Accompanied by their 2 children ( a girl, age 5, and a boy, age 2|). Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Jordan, Ross. HERTFORDSHIRE. •!").— Hertford ( County). — For obtaining money by false pretences, 23rd April last— F. THOMAS, age about 60, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion fresh, hair ( short) nearly white, of good appearance and address. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Shore, Hertford. 36.— St. Albans ( County).— For failing to surrender to his bail, 25th inst., charged with stealing a pcny, cart and harness — JOHN EDWARDS, age 49, height 5 ft. 7£ in., complexion dark, hair dark grey, stubby beard, eyes grey, nose has been broken and inclines to the right, flags of all nations, female and bracelet tattooed right arm, flower, pot, and bracelet left arm. A labourer. May seek employment with threshing machines or at farms. Warrant issued. Information to Inspector Hassell, County Police Office, St. Albans. 3 PORTRAITS OF PERSONS WANTED. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 37.— P Division. For embezzling, between 13th November, 1899, and 5th January last, £ 2,000, anil forging and uttering a draft for £ 1,200— ROBERT SCOTT YOUNG, age 40, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion, hair and eyes dark, long features, eyes sunken, clean shaved ; dress when last seen, blue serge . jacket suit, white straw hat. A bank manager. Absconded Oth inst. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. CAMBRIDGESHIRE. .' 58.— Cambridge ( Borough).— For stealing £ 170— JAMES E. BERKELEY, age 45, height 5. ft. 6 or 7 ill., slight light moustache ( turning grey), Roman nose, long face, wears false teeth, haB a habit o" dropping one side of_ lower jaw when talking ; dress, dark jacket suit with light stripe, black bowler hat or cap. A tourist agent. Represented himself as a member of the Institute of Civil Engineers. Had in his possession £ 150 in Scotch and Irish notes ( varying in value from £ 1 to £ 10 each). Addicted to drink. Stated he was a native of Glasgow. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Cambridge. STAFFORDSHIRE. VX— Stoke- upon- Trent ( County).— For failing to report— Licence - holder JAMES BRANNAN, alias HAMMERSLEY, MOLLART, MOLLETT, and PERRY, Office No. 1731- 00, age 50, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion ruddy, hair brown ( thin on top, turning grey), eyes blue, scar on both eyebrows and on forehead, scar from gun- shot left side, lost left arm from elbow, 2 scars back right forearm, nose inclined to right; dress, grey coat and vest, brown corduroy trousers, billycock hat. A labourer ; native of Northumber- land. Sentenced at Shrewsbury Assizes 27th November, 181) 5, to ( i years penal servitude for burglary. Licenced 27th June last. B. N. V. 249. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Gilbride, Stoke- upon- Trent. - ISLE OF WIGHT. 40.— Newport ( County). — For stealing at Cowes, 9th inBt., 1 black leather jewel case, about 12 in. by 9 in. by 4 in., brass handle on top, con- taining several black jet articles ; 2 silver cable bracelets; 2 bangles ( 1 chased, and initials " A. J. J." thereon); 3 lady's gold rings ( 1 " Mizpah" thereon ; 1 single diamond ; 1 hoop, ruby in centre); several very old pennies; 1 lady's gold half hunter watch, initials " R. B." on back; 1 large hair brush, Bilver back, initials " Ay. By." thereon ; an old dragon 5s. piece made into brooch ; 2 lion Is. pieces ( 1 made into brooch) ; bunch of silver trinkets on chain— A WOMAN, who gave the name of MISS WARD, age about 30, height about 5 ft., complexion pale, hair reddish brown ; dreBS, white straw hat ( black band), black corded Bilk blouse, black alpaca skirt, mackintosh cape, small muslin tie with lace round, of good address and appearance. Is identical with Mary Fraser, Case No. 7, 10th inst. \ Warrant issued. Information to Supt. AyreB, Quay Street, New- port, I. W. KENT. 41.— Sandwich ( County).— For stealing, between 6th and 8th inst., at Deal, a lady's silver open face watch, No. ( supposed) 11432 ; 1 silver Albert, with tassel and compass attached — JAMES EVANS, age 35 to 38, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh, hair ginger, eyes ( sup- posed) grey, red blotchy face, woman tattooed on one arm. Is a deserter from the 6th Royal Fusiliers. Supposed a native of Camden Town, London. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Chaney, Sandwich. 42.— Dover ( Borough).— For obtaining money by worthless cheques on the Capital and Counties Bank - WILLIAM TRACEY BRINCKWORTH, age about 45, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion fresh, hair and pointed moustache dark, stoops slightly, swaggering gait, wears pince- nez ; dress, blue Berge jacket and trousers, buff colour vest, black hard felt hat. He represents himself as a traveller and land agent, also states that he has been engaged with a band, and has been wounded in South Africa. Warrant issued. Information to Head Constable Sanders, Dover. 43.— Gravesend ( Borough). For stealing £ 156, 11th inst.— THOMAS BAMFORD, age 65, height 5 ft. 9 in., Blight build, complexion ruddy, prominent nose, hair ( bald in front) and thick moustache grey, eyes weak and continually blink- ing, occasionally wears glasses, sullen expression, back of head prominent, broad forehead, pointed chin, large square topped earB, large mouth, irregular teeth, long hands, prominent wrist bones, thumbs and ends of fingers thick, drawling accent; dress, when last seen, black morning coat, grey vest and trousers, wore a masonic pin ; usually carries a black bag. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Thornton, Gravesend. LANCASHIRE. 44.— Chorley ( County).— For stealing 25s., 5th inst.— A MAN, age about 30, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fresh, hair ( cut Bhort), mous- tache, and slight imperial, brown ; dress, brown jacket and vest, light plaid trousers, light cap. Represented that he was employed by the railway company to put new levers in the signal boxes. Information to Acting Supt. Williams, Chorley. 45.— Diversion ' County). For embezzling £ 7 15s. 6d.— JOSEPH CLIFFE STEAD, age about 25, height about 5 ft. 9* in., stout build, complexion fresh, full face, hair light, moustache sandy ; dress, brown tweed jacket and vest, greyish knickers, black stockings and cap. Is fond of betting; attends race meetings. A butcher; native of Heckmondwike, Yorkshire. Absconded 8th inst. warrant issued. Information to Supt. Whiteside, Ulverston. MAYO. 46.— Swinford [ County).— For conspiracy to defraud— JAMES HUGHES ( supposed false), age about 47, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion sun- burnt and freckled, oval face, hair brown, mous- tache light, eyes grey. A labourer or miner. Is believed to be engaged at harvest work in England. Warrant issued. Information to the District Inspector, Royal Irish Constabulary, Swinford. MERIONETHSHIRE. 47.— Barmouth ( County).— For stealing, 23rd inst., a canvas purse and £ 6— A WOMAN, who gave the name of MAY WALKER, age 20 to 22, height about 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fair ; dress, black skirt, white blouse, fawn colour mackintosh, white sailor hat trimmed black ribbon, Manx coat of arms on front, white boots, may be wearing a pair of yellow shoes, pointed toes, had in her possession a white hat trimmed red flowers and white feathers, a square brown card handbox, " Thomas, Llandudno," thereon, and a tin trunk ( corded). Warrant issued. 48 — Barmouth ( County). — For stealing, 22nd inst., 2 bracelets ( 1 15 ct., carved pattern ; other 9 ct., chain pattern, 2 gold dollars attached); 2 brooches ( 1 gold, with small locket attached ; other set yellow stone); 2 ladies' gold rings ( 1 18 ct., set 5 pearls ; other 15 ct., set 5 emeralds); 1 lady's gold chain, small silver cross attached— A WOMAN, who gave the name of SCOTT, age 33, height 5 ft. 2 in., stout build, complexion sallow, full face, hair light brown, eyes hazel, scar on forehead, 2 moles on left cheek ; dress, blue satin blouse, black skirt, fur sable boa, white straw hat trimmed black ribbon, may be wearing a black knitted Tam- o'- Shanter cap, carried a mackintosh cape and brown leather hand bag. She took first- class lodgings for herself and sister, and after spending some time upstairs, left the house on the pretence of going to the station for her luggage. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Jones, Dolgelley. NORFOLK. 49.- Holt ( County).— For stealing a black mare pony, about 6 years, 13 hands, one hind foot white ; a square luggage cart, open rails at sides and back, painted dark green ; and silver mounted harness— BENJAMIN IVISON, age 35, height 5 ft. 9 in , complexion fair, hair light brown, eyes grey, scar on forehead; dress, light suit and mackintosh, grey soft hat with black band or light cap. A native of London. Warrant issued. Information to Inspector Basham, Holt. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. 50— Wellingborough ( County). — For failing to surrender to his bail, 10th inst., charged with stealing money— FRANK SHARP, age 16, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion sallow, hair brown, eyes hazel; dress, dark grey jacket and vest, black band round sleeve of jacket, dark brown trousers, dark cap, old boots. A butcher; native of Kimbolton, Hunts. May endeavour to enlist. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Alexander, Wellingboro'. 390 T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 1900. 51. — Peterborough ( City). — For em- bezzlement and fraud — THOMAS ANDREW CHAMBERS, age 24, height about 5 ft. 6 in., com- plexion fresh, hair light brown, clean shaved, eyes blue cr grey, portion of left first finger deficient; dress, black coat and vest, blue grey trousers, black hard felt hats lace boots, or may be wearing blue serge suit. A stableman ; native of North- amptonshire. May be found at race meetings. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Lawson, Peter- borough. 52 — Northampton ( Borough).— Yot leav- ing his wife and family chargeable to the common fund of the Northampton Union, 28th ult. STEPHEN HENRY GIBSON, age 35, height 5ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes blue ; a shoe rivetter. Native of London. Warrant issued. 53.- Northampton { Borough).— For steal- ing furniture ( recovered). ARTHUR JONES, age about 24, height 5 ft. 11 in., slight build, slight dark moustache ; dress, light tweed jacket suit. A shoe laster ; stated he had been in the ltth Hussars. Absconded 30th June last accom- panied by a woman, age about 20, height 5 ft., slight build, hair and eyes dark, burn mark down left cheek. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Mardlin, North- ampton. OXFORDSHIRE. 54.— Banbury ( Borough).— For deserting his wife and family— GEORGE FRENCH, age 42, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., stout build, complexion sallow, hair, moustache, and whiskers dark, eyes grey, nose has been broken. A bricklayer's labourer ; native of Banbury. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Hatcher, Ban- bury. SHROPSHIRE. 55.— Bridgnorth ( Comity).— For deserting his wife and family, leaving them chargeable to the Bridgnorth Union — WILLIAM ELIAS THOMAS, age 33, height 5 ft. 6J in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache dark, eyes blue ; dress, black morning coat, dark vest, grey trousers, plaid cap. A tailor ; native of Swansea. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Walters, Bridgnorth. 56.— Oswestry ( County).— For an offence under the Criminal Law Amendment Act, 14th ult.— CORNELIUS LEWIS, age 25, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion dark, hair dark brown, moustache ( small) dark; usually wears sleeved vest, cord trousers, grey cap, strong lace boots. A labourer; native of Woolstone, Salop. May endeavour to enlist. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Lewis, Oswestry. SOMERSETSHIRE. 57.— Bath ( City).— For stealing a leather bag ( recovered)— JOSEPH LOCK, age 28, height about 5 ft. 10 in., slight cast in one eye ; dress, dark jacket and vest, cord trousers, light cap. A labourer ; native of Baekwell, near Bristol. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Bath. • STAFFORDSHIRE. 5S.— Wednesbury ( County).— For failing to report— Supervisee JAMES SHEEN, alius ROBERT SMITH, Office No. 353- 00 ( See GAZETTE, 6th April last, Case No. 45), age 24, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes grey, several small scars on face, cut scar left side head, scar centre of eheBt, 2 burn marks left knee, 1 under right knee, lost 1 upper front tooth. Sentenced at Walsall Sessions, 30th May, 1899, to 9 months hard labour and 1 year police supervision for larceny. 1043. Information to Supt. Salt, Wednesbury. 59.— West Bromwich County). — For failing to report— Supervisee JOHN THOMAS ADAMS, Office No. 794- 00, age 27, height 5 ft. 5J in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes brown, scar inner angle right eyebrow, right side of fore- head, left cheek, left shoulder blade, and 2 over navel. A miner, native of West Bromwich; dress, dark cloth jacket and vest, moleskin trousers ( all much worn). Sentenced at West Bromwich Sessions, 13th July, 1899, to 9 months hard labour and 1 year police supervision for larceny. 2901. Information to Chief Superintendent White- hurst, West Bromwich. tio.— Wolverhampton ( Borough).— I or stealing £ 55, 25th ult,— ALFRED BARNES, age about 27, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh, hail- and moustache dark brown, cluster of black- heads back of both ears, sometimes wears glasses ; dress, blue serge suit, lace boots, black hard felt hat, A clerk, fond of talking about cricket and South Africa. May endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Wolver- hampton. SURREY. til. Godalming County).— For stealing a portmanteau and contents ( recovered) SIDNEY BOGLE, age 20, height 5 ft. 7J in., slight build, complexion dark, thin face, small features, hair and eyes brown, scar inside left knee, left calf, and above right buttock, 2 outside left buttock. Native of Bermondsey, Surrey. A private of the 2nd West Surrey Regiment, and was wearing uniform. Absconded 14th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Collis, Godalming. SUSSEX ( East). 62.- Brighton ( Borough). — For stealing three " Yost" type writers ( recovered— C. E. H. COLLICK, age about 35, height about 5 ft, 9 in.' slight build, complexion dark, hair dark brown' right foot crippled, walks with a stick ; an agent and canvasser. May be found with racing men. Warrant issued. 63.— Brighton ( Borough).— For embezzling £ 2 2s.— HENRY JAMES JACOBS, age about 28, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fair, hair light brown, slight light moustache and side whiskers, eyes blue, German accent; is a good linguist, a clerk and traveller. May be accompanied by his wife. Warrant issued. 64.- Brighton ( Borough).— For embezzling £ 3 9s. 9£ d.— FRANK HILL, age about 32, height about 5 ft. 5 in., slight build, complexion sallow, hair and moustache light, walks badly ; dress, grey jacket and vest, blue serge trousers, white straw hat, white tie. A butcher. Warrant issued. 65.— Brighton ( Borough). — For stealing, 23rd inst., a diamond and sapphire bracelet, snap fastening, with safety chain attached ; 1 line gilt chain, seal with " D. M. C. A." and lion holding a battle- axe thereon attached ; 1 gilt ball chain, set pearls, a heart shape pebble, and a gold coral cross attached; 3 silver bangles, 1 of which has a shilling, some sixpenny pieces, some Spanish coins and trinkets attached ; 1 gold brooch, about 14 in. in length, pearl in centre and each end ( centre pearl surrounded with diamonds), also diamonds thereon representing leaves, pin miss- ing ; 1 opal ring, surrounded with small diamonds; 1 lady's gold l ing, large diamond in centre, and 3 small diamonds each side, claw setting ; 1 lady's diamond and ruby ring, ruby in centre, and small ones each side, claw setting ; 1 lady's gold watch, white dial, with gold fiowers thereon,; 1 small gold watch, green enamelled back, gold front, " In memory of E. W. B." or " Barkie, Novr. 1st, 1897," engraved inside of case, a I- strand chain with spade guinea at end attached ; 1 silver brooch with " Doris" thereon ; 1 gold brooch, representing lilies of the valley, set with pearls, 1 leaf broken off ; I gold paste star brooch, silver setting ; 1 gold pen and pencil case ; 1 gold curb pattern muff chain, seal attached, with imitation leaf thereon ; 1 pair of tortoiseshell eyeglasses ; 1 lady's gold watch, No. 32795 CLARKE, alias FREDERICK BRAMHAM, STEVENS, F. T. DODHAM, & c., C. S. O. No. M 8025 ( see portrait and description, 28th July, 1899, Case No. 34). Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Carter, Brighton. 66.— Hastings ( Borough).— For stealing a " Perry" bicycle, free wheel, back pedalling brake on back hub, Warwick" tyres, 28 in. wheels, Jin. pitch roller chain, fiat handle bars, front tyre brake, " Brooks's " B 11 saddle, " Perry " transfer on head— WILLIAM WOODGATE, age about 25, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion sallow, thin face, hair very light, slight light moustache, eyes blue ; dress, blue serge suit, white straw hat with black band. Warrant issued. 67.— Hastings ( Borough).— For assault— AARON CLEVERLEY, age 51, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., hair ( bald on top) and whiskers dark, turn- ing grey, eyes dark ; dress, fawn colour jacket, black vest, dark brown trousers, black cap with bright peak. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Hastings. WARWICKSHIRE. OX— Aston Manor ( County).— For obtain- ing food and lodgings by false pretences — JONES ( supposed false), age 23, height 5 ft, 8 in., complexion, hair and moustache dark, eyes ( large) blue, one upper front tooth deficient, large warts on back of left hand, speaks with Welsh accent; dress, blue grey serge suit, brown soft hat, usually wears large white bow tie with red stripe. States he is employed by wholesale grocers. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Hannah, Aston Manor. 69.- Birmingham [ City).— For failing to surrender to his bail, 28th ult., charged with forgery— GEORGE WILLIAM WEBB, age 32, height 6 ft,, complexion and slight moustache dark ; wearing black coat and silk hat. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Chief Constable Rafter, Birmingham. WILTSHIRE. ' 0.— Chippenham ( County).— For steal- ing a watch and chain ( recovered)— FREDERICK MARKS, age 16, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., rather slight build, complexion dark, hair dark brown, eyes dark ; dress, dark plaid suit, black canvas shoes. A native of Yatton Keynell. May endeavour to enlist or obtain work on a farm. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Daly, Chippenham. 71 - Marlborough ( County).— For steal- ing, 27th ult., at Perham Down, a road racer safety bicycle, Dunlop plain tyres, 30 in. front and 28 in. back wheel, no transfer, frame enamelled black, and rims with gold lines, full dropped forward handle bar with forward lug, twin roller 1 in. pitch chain, gear 84, built with West. wood fittings, rat- trap pedals, Westwood rims, lamp and bell attached— WILLIAM THOMAS, age 19, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, left arm tattooed. A private of the Royal Army Medical Corps, and was wearing uniform. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Field, Marlborough. WORCESTERSHIRE. 72.- Malvern ( County).— For stealing, 17th inst., a gun- metal watch, monogram " L. E. L. S." on case MARY FRASER, alias SCOTT, WEST, FOSTER, THORNTON, THOMPSON, SMITH, . tc., age 32, height 5 ft. 2 in., stout build, com- plexion sallow, oval face, hair brown or auburn, eyes hazel, scar on forehead, 2 moles left cheek near ear, I back of head, 3 right forearm ; dress, black Cardinal divided skirt, black bodice or blouse with tucked front, white sailor hat, black band, black beaded necklace. She takes lodgings at fashionable boarding houses for herself, aunt, and sister, stating they are coming by later train with luggage, and at the first opportunity commits a larceny and decamps. See Case No. 81, 12th January last. Photograph can be seen on application. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Harrison, Malvern. YORKSHIRE ( North Riding). 73.— Scarborough ( Borough).— For lar- ceny, 6th inst.— JOHN THOMPSON, alias WILSON, age 40 to 45, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion, hair ( bald on top) and moustache dark, cast in left eye ; dress, black shooting coat suit, green cloth cap. A joiner. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Riches, Scar- borough. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 74.— Pontefract ( County).— For stealing property described in Case No. 56, 17th inst. ( recovered) — LANCELON SIDNEY COOKE, alias LOUIS LUCAS, age 24, height 5 ft. 9i in., slight build, complexion fresh, long face, hair dark brown, eyes blue, scar on right shin. A compositor ; native of Blandford, Dorset. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Whincup, Pontefract. 75.- Barnsley ( Borough).— For embezzle- ment— C. FIELD, age about 32, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, sup- posed clean shaved, thick lips, rather large mouth, of good address; dress, when last seen, dark suit, black bowler hat. Has been employed as a photo- grapher's canvasser. Stated he came from Wigan. Absconded 12th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Butler, Barnsley. TUESDAY, . SEPTEMBER 18, 1900. T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. 5 PERSONS IN CUSTODY. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 7( 1.- P Division.— Remanded till 4th prox., for begging— THOMAS BOOTH, age 45, height 5 ft. 94 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache ( turning grey) brown, eyes grey, Bear li in. long on right side of head, slight impediment in speech ; dress, black melton hunting coat, fancy white silk striped vest, light cord hunting breeches and leggings, half Wellington boots, grey cap, white shiny peak. A native of Leicestershire. States he has been employed as a horsebreaker. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W, KENT. 77.— Chatham ( County).— Committed for trial at next West Kent Quarter Sessions, 18th prox., for highway robbery— GEORGE PAGE, age 28, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes hazel, 1st finger left hand deficient. A labourer.— WILLIAM SMITH, age 24, height 5 ft. 1 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes grey, ring tattooed on 3 fingers left hand, Bear corner right eye. A labourer. Information to Supt. Sargent, Chatham. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. 78.— Peterborough ( Liberty of).— Com- mitted for trial at next Peterborough Quarter Sessions, 18th prox., for housebreaking— WIL- LIAM SAUNDERS, age 23, height 5 ft. 5jf in., complexion sallow, hair dark brown, eyes hazel, female, cross swords, star, bust of soldier, spray of flowers right forearm, female, cross flags left forearm; dress, dark suit and cap, of dirty appearance. States he is a Canadian. Information to Supt. Blackman, Peterborough. SUSSEX ( East). 79.- Ore ( County).— Remanded till 8th prox., charged with causing grievous bodily harm— PATRICK BARRY, age 51 ( looks younger), height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., complexion fresh, red face, abscess marks on both cheeks, hair ( turning grey) brown, whiskers and moustache ginger, eyes grey, 2 dots right forearm ; dress, dark jacket, brown vest, brown check trousers, light boots. A tramp. Information to Supt. Elphinstone, Ore. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 80.— F Division.— 25th inst., 40 gold rings ( 5 set 1 brilliant, Nos. 11199, 1825, 1901, 19( 12, 1294, scratched inside; 1 set 2 brilliants, No. 2621 scratched inside; 7 set 3 brillants, Nos. 1120, 1655, 2023, 2181, 2260, 2622, 2625, scratched in- side; 21 set 5 brilliants, Nos. 1150, 1581, 1595, 1677, 1701, 1716, 1717, 1892, 2066, 2224, 2244, 2364, 2365, 2368, 2623, 2686, 2689, 2690, 2703, 2797, 2823, scratched inside; 1 set 8 brilliants, No. 2840 scratched inside; 3 set small brilliant cluster, Nos. 2828, 2207, 2324, scratched inside; 1 marquise, No. 2683 scratched inside ; 1 brilliant set boat cluster, No. 2258 scratched inside)— By TWO MEN, 1st, age 35, height 5 ft. 6 in., com- plexion fair, hair light, clean shaved; wearing dark clothes, black hard felt hat. 2nd, age 4( 1, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion, hair, and mous- tache dark ; dress, dark suit, black hard felt hat, carried a small black hand bag. 81 — K Division.— 19th inst., a 9 ct. gold brooch, set paste diamonds ; 15 18 ct. gold keepers ; 25 9 ct. do., chased, buckle pattern ; 30 9 ct. dress rings; 1 18 ct. diamond buckle ring; 5 do. diamond and ruby dress rings; 6 do. single stone diamond rings ; 2 do. dress rings ; 1 18 ct. 5- stone diamond and ruby ring; 1 do. 3- stone diamond ring; 3 18 ct., buckle pattern; 1 18 ct. fancy dress, set 7 diamonds ; 1 do. buckle ring, set 2 diamonds ; .54 do. gem rings; 25 22 ct. wedding rings; 22 18 ct. chased keepers ; 3 do. chain pattern keepers; 4 do. single stone diamond rings ; 2 do. 2- stone fancy buckle rings; 1 do. single stone buckle ring ( all marked with some of the following letters, " H. A. V. E. W. I. S. D. O. M.") ; 1 lady's 18 ct. demi- hunter watch, fancy enamelled dial; 11 do. 9 ct. gold watches, Swiss make; and 19 silver watches ( A/ HW/- stock mark on inside of outer cases); 1 lady's watch, square pattern, green enamelled case. Information to be forwarded to the Metropoli- tan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BERKSHIRE. 82.— Reading ( Borough).— 17th inst., an 18 ct. gold scarf pin, marked " G/-". Information to Captain Henderson, Chief Con- stable, Reading. HAMPSHIRE. 83.— Southampton ( Borough). — During the present month, a lady's gold watch ; 1 gold watch, much worn ; 1 silver hunting watch, back tarnished, maker Pegler, Southampton ; 1 gold band bracelet, in. wide, set imitation stones in shape of cross; 1 turquoise brooch, pendant attached by small gold chain ; 1 pair of earrings to match ; 1 set gold studs, set diamond ; 1 gold crescent shaped comb, 3 teeth bent; 1 gold chased scarf pin, set ruby in centre ; 1 Primrose League badge; 2 enamelled badges (" S. H. B." on one); a quantity of antique jewellery, con- sisting of a gold bracelet, brooches, earrings, & c.; 1 pair pearl eardrops ; 1 bloodstone pendant; 1 gold pencil case ; an imitation gold brooch, photo- graph of a man inside. 84 — Southampton ( Borough).— 21st inst., a Belgian plated 6- chamber revolver and cart- ridges ; 1 revolver and 50 cartridges ; 1 10 dollar gold piece, shape of a brooch ; 2 gold brooches, curb pattern ; 2 gold nugget brooches; 1 gold brooch, swallow shape, set pearls ; 1 do., horseshoe shape ; 2 gold brooches, set pearls ; 1 silver broochi; 1 gold do., with fringe, set rubies and a white stone ; 1 pair earrings, leaf pattern, set pearls ; 1 thin gold ring, " S." in centre ; 1 opal ring, set circular diamonds : 1 pearl pin in red case, maker " Ferrier, Exchange Square, Glasgow"; 6 pearl pins ; 3 turquoise, ditto ; 1 plain gold bracelet; 1 gold chain do., with padlock ; 1 gold bracelet, set 2 large amethysts ; 1 gold curb bracelet, chain attached ; 1 thin gold neck chain, cross attached ; 1 long tine gold eyeglass chain, with gold beads about 4 in. apart; 2 pairs silver scissors ; 3 do. thimbles ; 4 do. bangles, 5 coins attached, marked " From Jack," " From Father," " From Mother," " From M. P." ( German coin), and a farthing silvered over; 2 pairs shooting boots; 1 pair leggings ; 1 pair dress trousers ; 3 tennis shirts; 1 bowler hat; 3 pyjamas ; 3 vests ; 3 pairs pants ; 6 woollen shirts, marked " W. F. Farmer," and a surgical dressing case. Suspicion is attached to TWO MEN— 1st, age 28 to 30, height about 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fresh, hair ( thin on top) light brown, moustache ginger, eyes blue, 4 or 5 recent cuts on back of head, spreads his feet outwards when walking ; wearing long dark overcoat, silk facings, light colour cap, brown boots. A dock labourer. 2nd, age about 22, height 5 ft. 8 in., slight build, complexion pale, hair and slight moustache dark, wearing long dark grey mackin- tosh coat, dark cap. Information to the Chief Constable, South- ampton. HERTFORDSHIRE. 85.— Bishops Stortford ( County). — 15th inst., 1 double case hunting English lever watch, No. 6079, " H. Fehernbach, Bishops Stort- ford," on name plate; 1 gold open face keyless watch, crystal glass, " Sutton " scratched on inside case, gold chain, long link pattern, attached ; 1 open face silver English lever, patent stem winder, " No. 2256 " on movement. Information to Supt. Foster, Bishops Stortford ISLE OF WIGHT. 86.— Newport ( County). -- 21st inst., at Shanklin, a gold keyless English lever watch, centre seconds, monogram " C. A. G." engraved on back, maker Frank Weeks, Newport ; 1 old- fashioned open- face watch, white dial, black figures, very thick gold case, duplex works. Information to Supt. Hale, Newport, I. W. KENT. 87.— Chatham ( County).— 19th inst., a cash box; 1 diamond scarf pin ; 1 gold pin, diamond and a green beetle thereon ; 1 gold repeater watch ( old), Swiss make, crest a dove, with olive branch entwined, on back ; 1 old thin gold chain ; 1 small heart- shape leather case, containing 3 solitaires, blue and gold enamel with diamond; 1 turquoise and pearl scarf pin in case ; 1 moonstone and gold do.; 1 lady's gold ring, set small heart and pearl; 1 small gold stud ; and a cheque for £ 1 16s. 8d., drawn on the London and Provincial Bank, payable to the officer commanding G Com- pany, Rifle Brigade. Information to Supt. Sargent, Chatham. S. S.- Dover Borough).— 15th inst., by house- breaking, 1 plated cruet stand; 3 plated salt cellars ; 2 silver salt spoons ; 1 plated biscuit box; 1 pair plated nut cracks; 1 lady's gold ring, set diamond and 2 rubies; 1 plain buckle ring ; I fancy ring, stone missing ; 1 gold bangle, broken; 1 gold seal ; 1 silver locket, containing photo- graph ; 1 silver bangle ; 1 lady's silver watch, maker, H. Foster, Rye; a plated tea and coffee service, Queen Anne pattern, stamped " J. H. Potter, Sheffield " ; 1 set of carvers, horn handles; 1 blue serge single- breasted coat; a cheque for 2s. 7d., endorsed " Lever Bros., Ltd." ; a card of payment to the Wesleyan Local Preachers' Mutual Aid Association ; a number of postage stamps, from Id. to Is.; 6 Is. penny stamp forms with stamps ; and a book of money order forms, Nos. 1825 to 1900. Information to Supt. Sanders, Dover. w.- Folkestone ( Borough). - 21st inst., a " Beeston Humber" bicycle, No. 67175, Dunlop 1900 tyres, mudguards to both wheels ( both dented on top), 28 in. wheels, 84 gear, Lucas King of the Road lamp, Brooks's saddle, brown tool bag (" W. G. Elliott" thereon), brake on front wheel slightly bent. 90.— Folkestone [ Borough).— 20th inst.— A silver watch, maker James Jay, 566, Essex Road, Islington ; 1 lady's silver watch ; 1 lady's gold Albert, with tassel and gold heart- shaped locket attached; 1 gold keeper ring ( broken) ; 1 15 ct. gold ring, set with 2 rubies and 1 diamond; I plain gold collar stud and 2 plain gold shirt studs; 1 silver Albert curb pattern chain, with silver compass at end; 1 silver Albert, curb pattern, with seal at end ; 1 square oak- frame alarm clock, about 1( 1 inches high, brass handle on top, small piece of brass at each corner of face ; an oak grained tin box, about 2 ft. long, 18 in. wide ; 2 pairs ladies' drawers; 2 white cotton chemises ; 1 sable fur necklet with 6 tails; 1 new blanket, with border about 12 ins. deep ; 1 lady's black jacket, with large buttons, 1 missing; 1 blue and black silk wrap— By A WOMAN, giving the name of ALICE WOOLGAR, age about 27, height about 5 ft. 4 in., complexion and hair dark, bad teeth; dress, black and white blouse, dark blue serge skirt, white sailor hat, had with her a little girl, about 15 months old. Supposed identical with woman described in Case No. 41, 16th February last. Information to Chief Constable Reeve, Folke- stone. LANCASHIRE. 91.— Salford ( Borough). — 27th inst., by housebreaking, 1 lady's gold dress ring, set 6 diamond sparks and 2 amethysts ( 1 missing); 1 do., set double row of pearls; 1 gold dress ring, set pearls and emeralds in cluster ; 1 lady's gold ring, hands clasped in centre; 1 do., set 3 crystals. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Salford. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. 92.— Peterborough ( City).— 15th inst., by housebreaking, a lady's gold watch, 18 K, No. 295 and 31658, thin cases, chased back, gold dial, steel hands ; 1 long gold chain, round links, split ring, swivel, 2 gold keys and seal Cornelian stone attached; 1 long gold chain, with snap fastener, set ruby and turquoise ; 1 old- fashioned gold brooch, 24 in. by 14 in., oval- shape Cornelian stone, with small box in centre for hair, turquoise stones in setting ; 1 gold dress ring, set garnets and pearls ; 1 do., set garnets and emeralds; L gold double horseshoe brooch ; 2 pair gold long drop earrings. Information to Chief Constable Lawson, Peter- borough. SUSSEX ( East). 93.— Brighton ( Borough). — 12th inst., 1 lady's small gold Geneva watch, very old, gold dial, black figures, chased back, maker " Davis, King William Street." 18th inst., 1 gold keyless watch, No. 97242, " E. D. S." in monogram on outer case, Bteel winder ; 1 lady's gold keyless watch, gold dial ; 1 gold Albert, fetter and oval link pattern, Bmall square gold locket, photograph of man and child inside, attached ; 1 gold sovereign purse. 21st inst., 1 gold keyless hunter watch, " M. M." in monogram on front case, do. on inside case, maker Russell; 1 gold Albert, cigar cutter and latch key attached ; 1 plain heavy wedding ring, " G. to M. M." marked inside ; 1 plain gold signet ring, monogram " M. M." Information to the Chief Constable, Brighton. 6 THE POLICE GAZETTE FRIDAY, SepTember 7, 1900. band bracelet, set turquoise and pearls ( some missing); 1 Indian silver necklace, heavy native work thereon ; 1 silver thimble ; I gold locket rose ornament on outside, containing photograph of lady, small gold chain attached ; 1 flat gold locket, 5 roses engraved thereon, containing hair; 3 gold brooches, without pins. SUSSEX ( West). 94.- Chichester { County).— Between 11th and 25th inst., at South Mundham, 1 gold open- face watch, No. 23547, long gold guard attached, in a box with views of Hastings thereon ; 1 lady's gold watch, No. 41437, long gold chain attached, in a brown Morocco leather case— By A MAN, age 34 or 35, height 5 ft. 10 or 11 in., hair brown, moustache light, eyes brown ; dress, brown check tweed suit, cap of same material, with badge, or straw hat, black cycling shoes with band over front, of good appearance ; a good singer. Stated he was a salesman in Covent Garden Market. He left behind a light roadster safety bicycle, 27 in. frame, 3 in. set forward handle bar, cork handles ( plated), Smith's patent head lock, " Eadie Manu- facturing Co.," stamped on head and cranks, rat- trap pedals, racing chain, 20 in. back wheel, 28 in. front wheel, oil retaining hubs both wheels, new Welch patent non- slipping tyres, Nos. 235173 and 321452, much worn, Brook's patent B 11 saddle, a Powell and Harmer Vulture lamp ( nearly new), " A. Willard, East Ascent, St. Leonards- on- Sea," on head. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Ellis, Chichester. 95.— Petworth { County). — Between 25th and 2(! th inst., at Pulborough, a " Swift" pneumatic bicycle, cork handles ( tip of one missing), black enamelled frame, usual parts bright, Dunlop tyres, gear case, tool bag and pump attached. Information to Supt. Read, Petworth. 90.— Worthing { County).— 22nd inst., at Heene, a safety bicycle, 25 in. frame, C C fittings throughout, usual parts plated, black enamelled, 7 in. cranks, rat- trap pedals, Warwick tyres, dropped handle bars, gear 80, J in. pitch roller chain, Westwood rims, " Southern Cross, maker Chilton, Warwick Street, Worthing," on transfer, pouch and contents, C C spanner, and black lamp attached— By A MAN, age 28 to 30, height 5 ft. 10 in., slight build, complexion pale, hair and moustache brown ; dress, blue serge suit, dark cap. Information to Supt. Bridger, Worthing. WORCESTERSHIRE. 97.— Sparkhill ( County).— At Greet, 3 silver watches ( 1 keyless plate lever, foreign make ; 2 ladies', plain faces, chased backs) ; 1 15 ct. gold bracelet, engraved flowers round band ; 1 silver gilt do., broad band, hinge and snap, flowers engraved thereon ; 1 topaz brooch, very large stone, oval shape, heavily mounted in 18 ct. gold ; 1 do., 2 small stones set in 18 ct. gold ; 1 £ 2 Jubilee piece ( 1887), mounted as a brooch; 1 diamond brooch, set in 18 ct. gold, oval shape ( pin missing) ; 1 Is. Jubilee piece brooch, enamelled ; 1 £ 5 ( 1897) Jubilee piece ; 1 ( 1887) Jubilee half sovereign; 15s. piece, George III.; 1 9 ct. gold watch chain, curb pattern, £ 2 Jubilee piece ( 1887), setting on top, attached ; 1 lady's long gold neck chain; 1 lady's gold double chain, joined in places with a large ball of gold ; 1 pair earrings, American gold dollars; 1 pair 18 ct. gold pince- nez ; 1 gold scarf pin, relief of forget- me- nots. Information to Supt. Chare, King's Heath, or Inspector Griffin, Sparkhill. PROPERTY FOUND. KENT. 98.— Ramsgate { Borough). - - Offered for sale ( supposed stolen)— 2 silver serviette rings, raised vases and flowers, " H and M " engraved in Old English thereon. Information to Chief Constable Jones, Ramsgate. ANIMALS, & c., STOLEN. KENT. 99.— Folkestone { Borough).— Since 22nd inst,, a blue roan colt about 6 months old. Information to Chief Constable Reeve, Folke- stone, APPREHENSIONS. TIKI.— Metropolitan Police District, K Division.— RTCHARD OWEN, Case No. 3, 25th May last. 101. Metropolitan Police District, P Division.— ARTHUR WRIGHT, Case No. 4, 13th ult. 102. — Dorsetshire , Dorchester ( County). — FREDERICK COGANS, alias THOMAS, Case No. 39, 12th January last. 103.— Staffordshire, Stoke- on- Trent ( County).— Licence- holder WILLIAM BRINDLEY, Office No. 344- 00, Case No. 40, 13th ult. 104.— Worcestershire, Worcester ( City).— HENRY PAGE, Case No. ( 12, 24th inst. LATEST INFORMATION. APPREHENSION SOUGHT OXFORDSHIRE. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. DEVONSHIRE. 10G.— Exeter ( County).— Committed for trial at the ensuing Devon Assizes, charged with con- spiracy and fraud — MIZZELEY MARSHALL, age about 35, height 5 ft. ( i in., stout build, com- plexion fresh, full face, thick lips, hair brown ; wearing a large black hat trimmed black ribbon and feathers, a very large oval brooch, and massive gold rings— HETTY HAMER, age about 50, height 5 ft. 1 in., stout build, complexion very dark, hair black ; wearing a black sailor hat. They travel the country with their husbands, G vans, and several horses ( 1 a broad thick bright bay mare), they call on shopkeepers, dairies, public houses, & c., stating they have traction engines, roundabouts, & c., give orders for various articles, and induce the shopkeepers to purchase carpets, chairs, mats, & c., which they hawk, charging about six times their value. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable of Devon, Exeter. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 107. K Division.— 26th inst., by house- breaking, 1 pair silver bangles, snake pattern ; 1 silver locket and chain ; 1 pair gold earrings ; 1 gold Albert, large link pattern ; 1 lady's silver Albert, fancy filigree pattern ; G dinner knives, bone handles; 6 dessert do., bone handles; 6 electro- plated forks, " Stutter " thereon ; G dessert forks, " Sunlight" thereon ; 11 silver- plated tea spoons; 1 pair plated salt spoons; 1 plated mustard spoon. 108.— P Division.— 26th inst., 2 watches ( 1 lady's small silver Geneva, glass broken ; 1 gentle- man's white metal do., Swiss make); 1 gold neck chain, close link pattern, locket attached, fasten- ing broken ; 1 gold curb pattern bracelet, chain and padlock attached ; 1 small silver Albert; 1 gold signet ring, set small bloodstone; 1 plain gold keeper, initials inside ; 1 small gold brooch, glass front, hair therein; 1 pair gold earrings, with drops set with small black stones; 1 pair field glasses, imitation crocodile skin cases, silver- plated mounts. 109.— s Division.— 27th inst., 1 silver soup- ladle, shape of escallop shell; 1 small silver cream jug; 1 plain gold bracelet, about} in. wide, small safety chain attached ; 2 long old- fashioned gold earrings, blue and white enamel, set tur- quoise and pearls ( several pearls broken); 1 silver 110.— V Division. 25th inst., by house- breaking, 6 salt cellars ( 4 large, 2 small), fluted pattern ; 6 salt spoons; 2 Queen Ann pepper- boxes ; 1 mustard spoon ; 1 small cream jug ( all silver); 1 mustard- pot; 2 cream jugs ( plated); 1 gold scarf pin, model of a horse thereon ; 7 do., set 1 pearl in each ; 1 opal do., broken in centre; 2 coral studs, 18 ct. gold backs ; 1 plain gold bracelet; 4 gentlemen's Buits ( 1 blue striped cash- mere, 1 vicuna do., 2 brown tweed jacket suits); , 1 fur lined otter skin overcoat, collar and cuffs to"' match ; 1 blue Melton do., new, maker's name, " McBride, Charles Street, Haymarket," sewn on inside arms of each article ; 2 pairs gentlemen's lace boots, nearly new ( 1 brown, 1 black); 1 pair lace cycling shoes, " Cirriax, maker, 13, Great Newport Street, Charing Cross Road," in gold letters inBide each pair ; 1 brown leather dressing case, about 3 ft. by 1 ft., silver fittings, " H. J. L." in red letters painted outside ; 1 cheque book, containing 7 blank cheques, in name of Francis Clark, on London, City A Midland Bank, 237, Tottenham Court Road. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. dark, eyes brown ; dress when last seen, black morning coat, light trousers, brown Homburg hat, shoes. Had with him 2 brown bags, 1 black bag, and 2 square deal hat boxes. A butler. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Portsmouth. 105 — Henley ( County).— CHARLES PRIOR, see portrait and description, Case No. 31, 30th March last. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. ANIMALS, & c., STOLEN. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 111.— Stroud ( County).— 23rd inst., at Stone- house, a light bay horse, 8 years, 14 hands, brushed on both knees, black points, mark near foreleg from bellyband, off hind foot white, tail cut square, in good condition, wearing an army head- stall. Information to Supt. Harrison, Stroud. APPREHENSIONS. 112.- Metropolitan Police District, C Division.— LILY JONES, Case No. 2,10th inst. 113. Metropolitan Police District, W Division.— WILLIAM HENRY SMITH,. Office No. 1640- 99, Case No. 6, 17th inst., and sentenced at Surrey Sessions, 28th inst., to 12 months imprisonment and 2 years police super- vision for larceny. MISSING. 111.— Since 20th ult., from Burnham, Bucks— FRANK CHARLES ENDACOTT, age 48, height 5 ft. 8 in., stout build, complexion fresh, hair