PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 10, 1902. VOL. XIX., No. 1960 REGUL 1. All announcements for insertion in the POLICE GAZETTE, and all communications relating to them, should be addressed to THE EDITOR OF THE POLICE GAZETTE, NEW SCOTLAND YARD, LONDON, S. W. 2. Particulars concerning persons whose apprehension is sought will be inserted in one issue of the POLICE GAZETTE, if they are sufficient to enable action to be taken upon them by another force. 3. Particulars as to stolen property will be likewise inserted in one issue, if sufficient to enable the article in question to be thereby identified. 4. In all cases where a reward is o ffered, the name and address of some person responsible for the payment must be given, and the exact conditions must be clearly stated. 6. Portraits of persons whose apprehension is sought for serious offences, and engravings of stolen property will be inserted at a cost of 15*. per portrait, and of Is. 68. per photo- graph or sketch of a stolen article. 6. Every announcement, if for the apprehension of a person, must be guaranteed by the signature of an officer of not less rank than Superintendent; and, if the name of such person is required to be inserted and no warrant is in force against him, the requisition must be signed by the ch icf officer of police, or his immediate deputy, of the county, city, or borough, as the case may be. ltions. 7. Announcements concerning stolen property must be guaranteed by an officer of not lest rank than Inspector, or analogous thereto. 8. Announcements of all persons to be apprehended or of stolen property bear a number, and, as far us 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 cases the officer signing the request for the insertion of any announcement will be wholly responsible for any proceedings which may result from such publication. 11. 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, arid 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. Announcements concerning property lost or persons missing can only be accepted on payment, and the charges for the insertion of the same will be given on application. TTIE EDITOR, New Scotland Yard, London, S. W. INDEX TO SPECIAL NOTICES AND CAUTIONS Which have appeared in the POLICE GAZETTE during the past twelve months. ASTORIA, or L. CLEMENT, Dog Dealer, 52 Maida Vale, N. W. ( P. G., No. 1862, November 1st, 1901, and 1952, September 12th, 1902.) DAY, ERNEST, 439 Old Kent Road, S. E. ( P. G., No. 1868, November 22nd, 1901.) EDWARDS, GEORGE, alias AMERICAN FRANK. ( P. G., No. 1676, January 19th, 1900, and 1876, December 20th, 1901.) GOLD BRICK SWINDLE. ( P. G., No. 1898, March 7tli, 1902.) HALL, WILLIAM FLETCHER, diagnostician and public lecturer. ( P. G., No. 1828, July 5th, 1901.) HENRIKSON, HENRI, alias HENDERSON. ( P. G„ No. 1860, October 25th, 1901. HOFRICHTER, OTTO. ( P. G., No. 1882, January 10th, 1902.) HY POLITE CO. ( P. G., No. 1746, September 21st, 1900, and 1876, December 20th, 1901.) NICHOLSON INSTITUTE, Gunnersbury. ( P. G., No. 1686, February 23rd, 1900, and 1864, November 8th, 1901.) THE CIGARETTE, CEMENT, AND MARKING INK FRAUD. ( P. G., No. 1914, May 2nd, 1902.) SPECIAL NOTICE. IDENTIFICATION OF PRISONERS. THE EDITOR requests that Chief Officers of Police, when forwarding for identification by the Metropolitan Police the Photographs and descrip- tive forms of Persons in custody, will please see that the specific offence is stated, e. g. :— Stealing £ 1,000 from bank ; stealing pair of boots from shop door ; stealing bale of silk, van unattended, & c., Ac This may often prove a ready means of recognition, and Judges have recently complained of the absence of sach particulars in dealing with previous convictions. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 1.— Convict Supervision Office. - Licence- holder HENRY PHILLIPS, Office No. 1772- 01, see GAZETTE, 7th February, 1902 ( Tabular Form), not now wanted. 2 — Convict Supervision Office. — Expiree JOHN SULLIVAN, Office No. 1385- 98, see GAZETTE, 3rd March, 1899 ( Tabular Form), not now wanted. 3 — Criminal Investigation De- partment.— For obtaining mules by fraud at Wynberg, South Africa— FRANCIS JOHN BRADLEY, age 34, height 6 ft. 2 in., complexion fair, freckled face, hair light brown, eyes light blue, square chin, high forehead, mole left cheek, well dressed. Late a lieutenant in the Cape Colony Cycle Corps. Supposed a native of Chester. Is said to be well known at Liverpool and Sofithport. Provisional warrant issued. 4.— B Division.— For stealing, 5th inst., a gold chain necklace, 7 pendants attached, set amethyst and 4 pearls on each ; 1 gold locket, containing portrait of a lady; 1 gold snake pattern bracelet; 1 large gold brooch, set amethysts and pearls; 1 half- moon diamond brooch, silver setting; 1 old- fashioned diamond pendant, shape of bird in diamonds on bottom, silver setting; 2 old- fashioned silver watches, Dutch figures on faces; 1 old- fashioned silver dish, figures representing return of spies from Promised Land thereon : 1 silver back hair brush, chased ; 1 large silver powder box, chased ; 5 silver teaspoons, beaded pattern; 6 do., Norwegian pattern, finished handles; 7 do., table; 7 do., dessert, fiddle pattern ; 5 do. coffee, and tongs, chased pattern, some initials " G. E. F.," some " H."; 1 old- fashioned silver cream jug, crest " Wyvern " one side, " H. L." other; 1 old- fashioned silver caddy spoon; 1 silver punch ladle, a half- guinea let in centre ; 7 large silver forks; 7 small do., " H." thereon ; 1 oxidised necklace, old Roman coins attached; 1 plated fretwork glass holder, blue glass therein ; 2 bags ( I dark leather, 1 large yellow cowhide); 1 black overcoat, astrachan collar, lined dark brown fur ; 1 light brown long travelling coat, cape attached ; 1 black jacket; 1 light grey flannel suit; 3 pairs of striped trousers; 6 white silk handkerchiefs; 1 green crocodile skin pocket book, silver mounted, containing memos, and other articles, some of which bear the initials of " F. P." or " F. J. P."— WILLIAM SEAL, late of Ringstead Road, Cat ford, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., com- plexion sallow, long thin face, hair brown ( turn- ing grey), clean shaved, eyes grey, prominent nose, long mouth, good teeth ; dress ( supposed), blue serge suit, black hard felt hat, lace boots. May be wearing some of the stolen clothing. 5.— C Division.— For obtaining a turquoise ring by a worthless cheque, drawn on the London and Countv Bank. Kensington Branch— ALFRED CAMILTON, alias ZUCKER and BARON JULES MEIRS, a Swiss, age 20 to 22, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion sallow, thin face, hair and slight moustache dark; wearing dark overcoat, black hard felt hat. Warrant issued. 6.— D Division.— For unlawful wound- ing, 22nd ult.— ALEXANDER LEPORTE, alias HAMMER ALEX, a German, age 43, height 5 ft. 9 in., stout build, complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, heavy eyelashes and moustache light ( supposed now clean shaved); dress, dark jacket suit, generally wears a grey sweater, black hard felt hat or peak cap. Warrant issued. 7.— J Division.— For obtaining 10s. by false pretences— BERTHA THOMAS, age 46, height 5 ft. 5 in.. complexion dark, hair dark brown, eyes brown, stoops slightly ; dress, navy blue coat and skirt, small black bonnet, grey gloves. She obtained the above amount from a person by repre- senting that she was well known to loser's husband, who was staying at Margate, that she was on way to Portsmouth but had lost her purse. Warrant issued. 8.-— J Division.— For larceny from fur- nished apartments— ANNIE CUTTING, age 18, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion fresh, hair very light, clasped hands, heart and " F. Greeman " in blue ink on left forearm ; dress, white silk blouse, green skirt, black chiffon hat, shoes. A domestic servant; native of London. May be found in the neighbourhood of barracks or in company of soldiers.— ROSE BAILEY, age 25, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion and eyes dark, hair black; dress, blue bodice, brown skirt, white silk tie, blue velvet hat trimmed white silk. 9 — K Division.— For stealing ( bailee), 11th nit., a horse, cart and harness— CHARLES HOLLIDAY, age 21, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fair, hair dark brown, eyes grey; dress, dark jacket suit, blue cap, blue neckerchief. A native of East Ham, Essex. Warrant issued. 10.— M Division.— For stealing £ 200— FRANK ROBINSON, age 25 to 30, height 5 ft. 6 in., slight build, complexion fair, hair light, carries his head forward when walking, nervous manner in speech; dress, black morning coat and vest, dark striped trousers, black hard felt hat. Supposed a native of Farningham, Kent. Warrant issued. 11.— P Division.— For stealing, 27th ult., a registered letter, containing £ 30, monies of H. M. Postmaster General — WILLIAM CHARLES CLARKE, age 42, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fair, hair, beard, and moustache light brown, eyes blue or grey, scars on hnth arms, indistinct tattoo marks oil left arm ; dress, black j tcket and vest, 2 THE POLICE GAZETTE. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1902. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued)— light tweed trousers, pink tie, black hard felt hat, lace boots. An assistant head postman ; native of London. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metro- politan Police Office. New Scotland Yard, S. W. BERKSHIRE. 12.— Windsor ( Borough). — For burglary and stealing £ 11 15s., including a £ 5 note and a Kruger sovereign — LOUIS VUILLAUME, a Frenchman, age 17 to 20, height 5 ft. 1 in., com- plexion pale, full face, hair black, eyes very dark, good teeth, speaks very little English ; dress, black jacket suit, black bow tie, black hard felt hat. Has been employed at a cafe as kitchen and house porter. Information to Chief Constable Nicholls, Wind- sor. OA MBRIDGESHIRE. 13— Cambridge ( Borough).— For larceny — TOM KENDALL, alias PENNINGTON and CHARLES LOWLEY, age 31, height 5 ft. 9* in., complexion dark, oval face, hair dark brown, eyes grey, scars over both eyes, right side of nose, and back of neck, sailor with cutlass and flag, bird on branch, mermaid and woman in bathing costume tattooed on right arm, bust of female with hat, woman, fan, snake, woman and bracelet left arm, of military appearance ; dress, dark jacket and vest, cord trousers, cloth cap. A fisher- man ; native of Plymouth. Has been previously convicted at Hull, Lincoln, and Gainsborough. Information to Chief Constable Holland, Cam- bridge. CHESHIRE, 14.— Nantwich ( County).— For assault, 2nd inst., and stealing £ 10— A MAN, age 51, height 6 ft., slight build, birthmark on one cheek, one of his legs has been twice broken, which causes him to walk slightly lame and turns foot outwards. A native of Colwich, near Stafford. May be accompanied by a woman, age 44, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., stout build, red face, hair light brown. A native of Milford, Staffs. Information to Supt. Meredith, Nantwich. DERBYSHIRE. 15.— Chesterfield ( County).— For steal- ing, 29th ult., at Heath, a lady's silver Geneva watch, No. TJ'V'-^ V, and chain — THOMAS WILLOUGHBY, age about 38, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fair, hair light brown, is fond of speaking Hindostani at public houses ; dress, black and brown mixture suit, light cap, and boots. A farm labourer; nitive of Birmingham. Has served in the Army. Warrant issued. 1S— Chesterfield ( County).— For steal- ing from his lodgings, at Staveley Longates, 1st inst., a Geneva watch, brass case, plain dial, black hands— HARRY STRETTON, aee 18 or 19, height about 5 ft. 5 in., complexion pale, broad face, hair and eyes dark, 1 front tooth missing; dress, old dark suit, worsted muffler, dark cap, strong nailed boots. Supposed a native of Walk- ley, near Sheffield. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Faulkner, County Police Office, Chesterfield. ESSEX. 17.— Chelmsford ( County). — Expiree WALTER EVE, Office No. 202- 99, Case No. 21, 24th February, 1899, not now wanted. 18.— Epping ( County).— For being concerned with two men, in custody, for stealing straw ( recovered), 9th ult., at Harlow— ALEX AND rtl A DAVEY, alias JOHN HALE, age 22, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion fresh, hair ( inclined to curl) light brown, slight moustache light; dress, dark jacket and vest, new dark cord trousers, blue and white neckerchief, dark cap, light lace boots. A hay carter; native of Allen Green, Sawbridgeworth, Herts. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Pryke, Epping ; or to Inspector Gardiner, Harlow. 19.— Romford ( County).— For embezzling £ 1 17s. Id., about 20th ult.— PHILIP READ, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fresh, hair ( inclined to auburn) light brown ( slightly bald on top), heavy moustache and eyes brown, piece of right ear missing, abscess scars back neck, several cut scars on hands ; dress, blue serge suit, black hard felt hat, sometimes wears a cap, usually wears tan leather leggings when at work. A journeyman butcher; native of Weston Zoyland, near Bridge water. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Creasy, Romford. 20.— Thorpe ( County).— For failing to appear to a summons on 29th ult. for cruelty to a horse at Clacton- on- Sea— J. B. LEWIS, age about 50, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., complexion very fresh, face rather bloated, hair turning grey ( sometimes dyed brown), limps ; dress, check suit and cap; when riding wore breeches and jack boots ( laced up the front). An engraver. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Jones, Thorpe, Essex. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 21.— Dursley { County).— For false pretences — JAMES TRIPP, alias WATTS, age 35, height about 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, slight harelip, addicted to drink ; dress, black coat and vest, grey trousers, white straw hat. Has been previously convicted. A native of West Harptree, Somerset. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Perkins, Dursley. 22 — Staple Hill ( County).— For stealing a bale of leather, at Kingswood, 25th ult.— ERNEST WHITE, age 21, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion sallow, hair and moustache dark brown, eyes ( small and partly closed) brown. A boot rivet- ter ; native of Kingswood. Warrant issued. 23.— Staple Hill ( County).— For receiving stolen property— FRANCIS WILLIAM GIBBS, age 35, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes grey. A shoemaker. Warrant issued. 24.— Staple Hill ( County).— For escaping from the Royal Victoria Home for Inebriates, 26th ult,— DENNIS IIAFFAY, age 37, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey; dress, brown coat and vest with sleeves, brown cord trousers, silk neckerchief, cap.— PETER MONAGHAN, age 44, height 5 ft. 1\ in., complexion fresh, hair ( turning grey), rather heavy moustache, and eyes brown ; dress, brown coat and vest with sleeves, brown cord trousers, plaid scarf, brown cap. A native of Nottingham. Warrants issued. Information to Supt. Cooke, Staple Hill. HAMPSHIRE. 25.— Alton ( County).— For stealing a silver watch, gold Albert chain attached ; 1 white metal keyless watch ; 1 pair cord trousers; 1 cardigan jacket; 1 pair heavy boots ( new), size 9— THOMAS MORRIS, an Irishman, age 32, height 5 ft. 8J in., complexion dark, hair and eyes brown. A navvy. May seek employment on public works. Frequents low beer and common lodging houses. Absconded 28th ult. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. James, Alton. HERTFORDSHIRE. 26. — Ware ( County). — For burglary at Rroxbourne Post Office, 19th ult., and stealing £ 7 6s.; 9 small pocket knives; 12 compass pencils, in. long, brass screw at one end— THREE MEN, 1st, age about 20, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., small face, hair dark, large nose; dress, grey coat and vest, dark trousers, black hard felt hat. 2nd, age 23, height about 5 ft. 6 in., broad features, hair black ; dress, old blue jacket, dark trousers, black hard felt hat, A house porter. 3rd, age 18, height about 5 ft. 3 in.; dress, black jacket, dark trousers, cap. A locksmith. Germans. The two latter cannot speak English. Information to Supt. Duke, Ware. KENT. 2i.— Ashford ( County).— For stealing, 27th ult., 4 gold rings ( 118 ct. half- hoop, set 5 diamonds, claw setting; 1 15 ct., set 2 pearls, opal in centre ; 1 18 ct. keeper, " Mizpah " thereon ; 1 15 ct., set 5 garnets, 3 missing) ; 1 9 ct. gold curb chain bracelet, padlock and small chain ( broken) and half- sovereign attached ; 1 pin, set 5 paste stones, red stone in centre— A MAN, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., slight build, blotchy face, hair ( wavy) and long moustache dark, curled at ends ; dress, dark suit, black hard felt hat, brown boots, pepper and salt colour mackintosh, seam on shoulder. He took lodgings, asked to see the bedroom, committed a larceny and decamped. Information to Snpt. Bailey, Ashford. 28. — Chatham ( County). — For deserting their wives and children, leaving them chargeable to the Common Fund of the Med way Union— THOMAS WHILES, age about 50, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes grey, 2 front upper teeth deficient, addicted to drink; dress, dark jacket and vest, dark cord trousers.— WILLIAM G. LAWRENCE, age about 45, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion, hair, beard, and moustache dark, turning grey, eyes brown ; dress, dark tweed suit, hard felt hat. Natives of Gill- ingham. Warrants issued. 29.— Chatham ( County).— For fraudulently converting £ 9 19s. 3d. to his own use, 25th ult.— CHARLES AVERY, age 29, height about 5 ft. 5 in., complexion dark, hair dark brown, eyes grey; dress, light tweed jacket and vest, dark striped trousers, hard felt hat. A native of Gillingham. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Sargent, Chatham. 30 .— Tonbridge ( County).— For deserting his children, leaving them chargeable, & c.— HERBERT COURT, age 26, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes grey; dress, dark coat and vest, dark striped trousers, black hard felt hat, heavy lace boots. Warrant issued. 31.— Tonbridge ( County).— For stealing a silver watch and brooch ( recovered), and a port- manteau— HAROLD VICTOR EBBLEWHITE, age 32, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair light, moustache ginger, eyes grey, dragon tattooed on right forearm, scar right side of chin and on left calf; dress, black frock coat, dark grey striped trousers, black soft felt hat, lace boots. A compositor. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Styles, Tonbridge. 32.— Maidstone ( Borough).— For stealing ( bailee), a bicycle ( recovered)— ALBERT HENRY STRATTON, age about 25, height about 5 ft. 8 in., slight build, complexion dark ; dress, navy blue suit, sometimes wears overalls. Has been em- ployed as an electrical engineer's labourer. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Maidstone. 33.— Margate ( Borough).— For stealing, 28th ult., a " Swift" bicycle, free wheel, about 68 gear, 23 in. frame, rim brakes, in good condition ; 1 gold English lever hunter watch, engine turned case, circular space on front for monogram, maker, sup- posed, Oliphant & Batsford, key winding; 1 fawn colour overcoat; 2 pairs nearly new lace boots; 10s. worth of stamps ; and about £ 6.— F. BUHLENS, a Frenchman, age 25 to 30, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fair, moustache light, eyes ( large and prominent) blue; dress, old blue serge suit, dark cap, and probably a pair of the stolen boots and the coat. Was employed at a college as porter. Information to the Chief Constable, Margate. 34 .— Tunbridge Wells ( Borough).— For stealing from a hotel, 30th ult., a dark brown overcoat, straight cut pockets, lined black silk, cloth buttons, " Olive, Bristol," on tab; 1 box cloth Chesterfield overcoat, straight cut pockets, lined grey check cloth, velvet collar, chain hanger, maker Walker, Moorgate Street, London; 2 boxes of " La Diamantina " cigars, 25 in each, maker Alvarez, Habana; 1 black silk umbrella, handle shape of a dog's head in ivory, face'half white, half black ; and £ 13 5s.— A MAN, who gave the name of CARL KIMM, age about 30, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., thin features, moustache dark, spoke with foreign accent, supposed German; dress, black frock coat, light trousers, silk hat. 35 — Tunbridge Wells ( Borough).— For stealing, 3rd ult., a brown leather sword belt and sword, scabbard and hilt nickel plated. " No. 1 " stamped on or near handle, brown leather sword knot— GEORGE BRIGGS. age about 28, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion and hair dark full face, clean shaved, both hands contracted, turns his toes inwards; wearing khaki uniform of the Australian Contingent, with crests, also ribbons of the South African War medal and Victoria Cross. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Prior, Tunbridge Wells. LANARKSHIRE. 36.— Glasgow ( City).— For obtaining £ 20, by a forged Savings Bank warrant, 2nd inst.— CHARLES BURTON, age 60, height5 fi. 6 or 7 in., complexion fresh, hair grey, nearly white, stiff gait; dress, coarse black jacket anl vest, grey trousers, colonial shirt with turn- down collar, dark blue scarf, dark peak cap, lace boots. A minor. Native of Lancashire. Has been employed in various colliery districts in Scotland. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Glasgow. FKIDAY, OCTOBER 10, 1902. THE POLICE GAZETTE. PORTRAITS OF PERSONS WANTED. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 37 •~ H Division.— Escaped from custody 13th ult., while being conveyed to Leman Street Police Station on a charge of receiving stolen property— Expiree ROBERT LEIGH, Office No. 44675, ago 38, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fair, hair ( bald on top) light brown, may be wearing a wig, eyes blue, long broad nose, scar right side of forehead, mole left side of face, 2 moles front of right arm above elbow; dress, blue serge suit, black hard felt hat, wears a massive gold Albert, with a £ 2 piece attached. A native of London. Late of the Earl Devon P. H., Devons Road, Bromley- by- Bow. May be found at Margate or Dover, or endeavour to leave the country. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard. S. W. FORFARSHIRE. 38.— Dundee ( City).— For fraud— JOHN ROSS, alias DENT and MONKMAN, age 25, height 5 ft. 3£ in., complexion swarthy, hair black, blue dot and scar back of left hand, scar back of right hand; dress, dark jacket suit with narrow white Btripes, hard felt hat, usually wears a diamond ring. A horse dealer or bookmaker ; native of York. Is known to borse dealers in the North of England. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Dewar, Dundee. __ MONMOUTHSHIRE. - 39.— Newport ( Borough).— For embezzling £ 15 and other sums— CHARLES A. PORTER age 18, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion and hail dark, round face ; dress, blue serge jacket, mixture tweed trousers with greenish stripe, hard hat, brown boots, may be stamped " Bright- man " inside, sometimes wears a light tweed cap. A potato merchant's traveller. Had with him a new brown tin box and a small brown canvas portmanteau with brown straps. It is believed that he will endeavour to go to America or South Africa. May frequent brothels. Absconded 2nd inst. Warrant issued. Information to Head Constable Sinclair, New- port. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued)— LANCASHIRE. 40.— Bury [ County).— For fraudulently en- dorsing a banker's cheque for the payment of £ 18— GEORGE WHITTAKER, age 23, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion sallow, hair brown, eyes blue. Is a good athlete ; native of Blackburn. Has been employed as collector for an assurance company. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Supt. Noblett, Bury. LEICESTERSHIRE. 41.— Leicester ( County).— For obtaining £ 90 by false pretences, 13th August last, at Birstall— ARTHUR HAWLEY, alias WILFORD, age about 45, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fresh, hooked nose, hair brown, eyes grey, large scar back 1 hand, 1 3rd finger contracted ; usually wears frock coat, silk hat. He advertised in newspapers for a wife, and thereby got into corres- pondence with a widow, upon whom he called and represented that he was a civil engineer in business at Manchester. After a short acquaint- ance he stated that he had purchased a house for £ 2,000, and to enable him to pay for it had borrowed £ 100 from a friend, to whom he had promised to refund the money the following day, and induced her to let him have £ 90, for which he gave an unstamped acknowledgment. On 14th August last a telegram was received from him from Manchester, and on 16th August a further telegram was received from Calais. Supposed known at Manchester, Hull, Birmingham and Cheltenham. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Ormiston, County Police Office, Leicester. 42.— Loughborough ( County).— For steal- ing, 3rd ult., at Mountsorrel, a camera, about 9 in. square, full plate, 3 double slides, brown linen bellows, brass lens, slides have slate for writing purposes, dark oak tripods, straight legs, medium strength, brass top— WILLIAM GIBSON, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion dark, hair and moustache dark brown, eyes blue, promi- nent nose ; dress, black rough cloth coat and vest, dark tweed trousers, dark cap. A photographer. Is accompanied by his wife, who is pregnant. Warrant issued. 43.— Loughborough ( County).— Forsteal- ing, between 3rd and 4th inst., a lady's silver Geneva watch, silver dial, gold figures; 1 brass stop watch, seconds hand missinp ; 1 white metal chain, florin dated " 1787 " attached ; 1 small round silver brooch, gilt around edge ; a Post Office Savings Bank Book, No. 16,754, in name of George Orme, Loughborough ; and £ 2 5s.— ALBERT^ STORER, alias GREEN, age about 25, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion fair, hair light brown, clean shaved, high cheek bones, one front upper tooth missing, bow- legged; dress, navy blue suit, dark tie, white silk muffler, green and red check cap, brown lace boots blacked over, rubber heels. A labourer ; native of Ashby- de- la- Zouch. He took lodgings stating he was an advance agent for a theatrical company. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Leicester, or to Deputy Chief Constable Smith, Loughborough. LINCOLNSHIRE. 44.— Gainsborough ( County).— For steal- ing, 29th ult.. a watch ( recovered)— ALFRED MOORE, age 25, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., stiff build, complexion swarthy, slightly pock- marked, hair and slight moustache dark, heart and face tattooed right forearm, crown and flowers on muscle of left arm; dress, navy blue jacket and vest ( double- breasted), one brass button on vest, dark striped trousers, blue muffler with white and yellow stripes, check cap. A tenor horn player. Recently discharged from the Yorkshire Regiment as medically unfit. Supposed previously con- victed. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Edgley, Gainsborough NORFOLK. 45. — Norwich ( City). — For embezzling £ 1 2s., between 18th and 22nd August last HERBERT HENRY KING, age 40, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., well built, complexion fresh, hair dark brown, moustache brown ; dress, dark grey morning suit, white straw hat with black band, or black morning coat and vest, dark grey trousers, black hard hat. A native of Norwich. May seek employment as a barman, or an insurance or coal agent. Warrant issued. Not to be arre: ted out of the United Kingdom. Information to Chief Constable Winch, GuiH- hall, Norwich. OXFORDSHIRE. 46.— Henley ( County).— For stealing, 8th ult., at Hailey, Ipsden, a plain gold bangle; 1 long gold watch chain, round links; 1 gold bangle, engraved ivy leaves; 1 white petticoat, laced in frills; 1 pair new black open work stockings ; and £ 7 10s.— MARGARET ELFORD, age 20, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., complexion ( freckled) pale, hair ( frizzy) dark, eyes brown ; dress, black skirt, frill at bottom, white muslin blouse, red and blue flowers thereon, black jacket, open sleeves at cuffs, white straw hat trimmed yellow flowers, large velvet bow in front, lace boots. A native of Little Down, near Andover, Hants. She booked from Goring to Paddington on 8th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Sorrell, Henley. SHROPSHIRE. 47.— Ludlow ( County).— For housebreaking, at Steventon, 28th ult., and stealing a pair of opera glasses ; 1 razor; 1 do. strop; 1 shaving brush ( recovered)— A. MAN, age about 35, height about 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, full face, moustache light brown, supposed slight side whiskers ; dress, brown jacket and vest, cord trousers, brown cap, heavy nailed boots, may now be wearing a light grey mixture plaid jacket and vest ( nearly new). He has committed similar offences in Worcestershire and Herefordshire. Was last seen at Kingsland, Hereford, on i9th ult. Information to Supt. Perry, Ludlow. 48.— Oswestry ( County).— For failing to appear to summonses for committing an unnatural offence, and an indecent assault on a male person — FREDERICK BATHER, age 48, height 5 ft. 11 in., stout build, complexion fresh, hair, mous- tache, and whiskers ( cropped short) brown, eyes blue; dress, light drab suit, brown soft felt hat, carried a grey mackintosh. A miller. Warrant issued.; Information to Supt. Lewes, Oswestry. 49.— Wellington ( County).— For stealing, 18th ult., at Newport, £ 5 7s. 6d., monies of the Hearts of Oak Friendlv Society— JAMES EDWARD THOMPSON, age 40, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, slightly pock- marked, hair brown, moustache light brown, slight side whiskers, eyes grey ; dress, black coat and vest, dark grey tweed trousers, dark tie, black hard 4 THE POLICE GAZETTE FRIDAV, OCTOBER 10, 1902. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued)— felt hat, lace boots. An insurance agent; native of Wilnecote, Warwickshire. May seek employ- ment as a barman or clothier's traveller. Is well known at Coventry, Newcastle, and Hanley. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Supt. Edwards, Welling- ton. hard felt hat, lace boots. A tailor. Has been employed at Cuckfield for about 2 years, previous to which he was employed at Shoreham, Ports- mouth and Cowes, Isle of Wight. Absconde 1 during July last. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Brooman, Hay wards Heath. 62 — Worcester ( County).— For stealing bicycle, described in Case No. 69, 26th ult.— JAMES ANDREW SCHOFIELD, ato GE'lRUE WARNER, age about 20, height 5 ft. 10 or 11 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, left little toe slightly overlaps 3rd toe ; dress, dark coat and vest, dark brown trousers, brown soft felt hat with black band. An engineer ; native of Dewsbury, Yorks. Is fond of the theatrical profession. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Wasley, County Police Office, Worcester. YORKSHIRE ( North Riding). 63.— Scarborough ( Borough).— For steal- ing ( bailee), 28th ult., a " Royal Marriott" bicycle, 24 in. frame, clutch free wheel, Crab brake, plated rims ( rather rusty), flat handle bars, large Calas bell attached, one tooth of front chain wheel broken, £ in. pitch chain, Whipshire tyres, odd rubber pedals— A MAN, age about 20, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fair; dress, black or dark blue jacket suit, black tie, grey cap, lace boots. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Basham, Scar- borough. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. HAMPSHIRE. 64. — Bournemouth ( County). — Sen- tenced, 29th ult., to 1 month imprisonment for larceny— RICHARD ST. JOHN GRANVILLE, age 28, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion dark, hair dark brown, eyes grey ; dress, dark tweed jacket suit, double- breasted vest, white tie with pink stripes, white panama hat with black band, brown lace boots. States he is a native of Stoke New- ington. Information to Supt, Foster, Bournemouth. KENT. 65.— Cranbrook ( County). — Committed for trial at Kent Assizes for unlawful wounding — GEORGE STEVENS, age 62, height 5 ft. 10 in., well built, complexion fresh, hair grey, eyes blue; dress, light tweed jacket and vest, cord trousers, brown skull cap, heavy lace boots. Sup- posed previously convicted. 66.— Cranbrook ( County). — Committed for trial at West Kent Quarter Sessions for malicious damage— ARTHUR DUFTEY, age 40, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair ( turning grey) light brown, eyes grey, heavy eyebrows; dress, grey jacket and vest, cord trousers, white felt hat, lace boots ( all old). A native of Birmingham. Supposed previously convicted. Information to Supt. Fowle, Cranbrook. 67.— Sandwich ( County).— Committed for trial at Quarter Sessions, 17th inst., for larceny ( bailee)— JOHN ARCHIBALD FORBES, age 23, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes dark brown ; dress, blue serge reefer jacket suit, small check vest, dark red tie, check cap, brown lace boots with toecaps. Supposed a native of London. 68.— Sandwich ( County).— Committed for trial at next Kent Assizes for sacrilege— THOMAS SMITH, age 38, height 5 ft. 5£ in., complexion dark, hair dark brown, eyes grey; dress, brown mixture tweed suit, cap ( all old).— EDWARD ARMSTRONG, age 36, height 5 ft. 4£ in., com- plexion dark, hair dark brown, eyes brown, cross, anchor, " E. A." and indistinct flags tattooed on right forearm, cross back left wrist; dress, brown mixture tweed suit, cap ( all old). Information to Supt. Chaney, Sandwich. 69.— Dover ( Borough).— Committed for trial at Kent Assizes, for sacrilege, 29th ult.— JAMES JOHNSON, age 22, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes blue, dot right fore- arm, dot, " J," and " 1" on left forearm ; drees, black jacket, cord trousers. A native of Newcastle- on- Tyne.— ALFRED LEE, age 23, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes brown, heart, arrow, and dot on right forearm, anchor, dagger, and dot left forearm, ring on 3rd left finger ; dress, dark jacket, cord trousers. A native of Croydon. Both labourers. Supposed previously convicted. Information to Chief Constable Knott, Dover. OXFORDSHIRE. 70.— Banbury ( Borough).— Committed for trial at ensuing Assizes for sacrilege— WILLIAM SMITH, age 52, height 5 ft. 8£ in., complexion fresh, hair ( turning grey) dark brown, eyes grey, scar centre of forehead and over left temple, S TA FFORDSHIRE. 50.— Leek ( County).— For failing to report— Supervisee liOMERT THOMAS, Office No. 841- 00, age 35, height 5 ft. 3J in., complexion fresh, hair and ey<- s brown, scar right of forehead," 98," Staffordshire knot, girl underneath left arm, bust of woman left wrist. A collier; native of Hanley. Sentenced at Hanley Sessions, 30th June, 1899, to 10 months hard labour and 5 years supervision for larceny. 1595. Information to Supt. Breton, Leek. 51.— Longton ( County).— For obtaining £ 1 17s. 6d., by fraud, 16th ult.— A MAN, who gave the name of GEORGE HARRIS, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., stout build, complexion fresh, hair and moustache dark brown, of good address. He answered an advertisement in the Feathered World, 12th ult., for a pigeon cote, by a letter with printed headings, " George Harris, Wine and Spirit Merchant, Staplcton Road, Bristol," and offered a pigeon cote for sale for 37s. 6d. A Postal Order for that amount was forwarded to him ; he acknowledged same, and promised to forward the cote on 18th ult., which he failed to do. The address given was where he had arranged to have his letters delivered ; they were called for by a lad, age about 11, wearing dark suit, and usually brown overcoat. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Oakden, Longton. 52.— Tettenhall ( County). — For stealing £ 26 0s. 9d.— FREDERICK V. ROGERS, age 29, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion sallow, hair, moustache ( turned up at ends), and eyes dark, turns his feet outwards ; dress, dark brown jacket and vest ( double- breasted), dark trousers, black hard hat, lace boots. A clerk ; native of Wolverhampton. Is fond of representing him- self as a German. May endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Price, Tettenhall, Wolver- hampton. SURREY. o3.— Chertsey ( County). — For stealing, 16th inst., at Egham, a lady's bicycle, 1902 B. S. A., nearly new, 22 in. frame, flat handle bars, cork grips with black tips, 28 in. wheels, Mineva front tyre, Fleetwood back tyre, Lucas's valves, front plunge brake, American rubber pedals, straight black cord lacing, American cloth gear cover with celluloid front, patched with piece of patent leather, saddle, Webb, McDonald, Ltd., Birmingham, transfer " E. Head, maker and agent, 58 High Street, Egham" — HANNAH NORA GWENDOLINE EVANS, age 18, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., stout build, complexion pale, full face, hair dark brown, eyes blue ; dress, small black and white check pattern skirt, bodice with pale blue silk front, black hat trimmed chiffon and 2 black feathers, lemon colour gloves, shoes. Warrant issued. £ 2 REWARD. 54.— Chertsey ( County).— For leaving his child chargeable to the Common Fund of the Old Windsor Union since 16th ult.— WILLIAM RANDALL, age 38 to 40, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion ruddy, hair and moustache light, eyes blue. An engineer. Warrant issued. The above reward will be paid by the Guardians of the above Union to any person giving such information as will lead to the arrest of Randall. Information to Supt. Hackman, Chertsey. 55 .— Reigate ( Borough).— For deserting his child, leaving her chargeable to the Common Fund of the Reigate Union— THOMAS SISEMAN, age 36, height 5 ft. 6 in., hair, beard and moustache dark brown, weak ankles, walks badly; dress, dark grey suit, dark cap, heavy lace boots. A labourer. Absconded in July last. Warrant issued. Information to Head Constable Metcalfe, Reigate. SUSSEX ( East). • 56.— Haywards Heath ( County).— For leaving his child chargeable to the Cuckfield Union— THOMAS COMPTON, age about 60, height about 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair grey, long beard and moustache ; dress, old black frock coat and vest, dark grey tweed trousers, SUSSEX ( West). 57.— Worthing ( County).— For obtaining money by false pretences— J. SNELLING, age 35, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion and hair ( turning grey) dark, moustache dark brown; dress, dark brown tweed jacket suit, brown soft felt hat, carries a black stick with silver knob. He advertised in newspapers under the name of " J. Snelling, Willey Farm, Whitehill, near Redhill, Surrey," offering to forward poultry to any address, carriage paid on receipt of order and amount as advertised. Letters were received at 107 Brighton Road, Redhill, up to 10th ult. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Bridger, Worthing. WESTMORLAND. 58. — Appleby ( County). — For obtaining money by false pretences, 9th ult. — ISAAC COATES, age about 28, height about 6 ft., slight build, complexion fresh, hair light, clean shaved, eyes blue, addicted to drink, lump on 3rd left finger, has a peculiar habit of showing teeth when speaking ; dress, dark jacket and vest, dark mix- ture check trousers, black hard hat, lace boots. Stated that he has served in the Imperial Yeomanry in South Africa. He stayed at an hotel, 9th ult., and induced the manageress to cash a cheque for £ 5 on the York City and County Bank, Guis- borough Branch, which was afterwards found to be worthless. May seek employment at a farm or endeavour to enlist. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Cheeseman, Appleby. WILTSHIRE. 59.— Chippenham ( County). — For steal- ing ( bailee), 29th ult., £ 1 4s.; and a " Rover " safety bicycle, " Rover" name plate on front, 30 in. front wheel, 28 in. back wheel, Dunlop ' 98 pattern tyre on front wheel, re- rubbered Warwick back tyre ( much worn), enamelled frame and forks, Brooks's B 11 saddle, plated spring, red lines around wheels, 1 round crank, other square, flat handle bar, no brake or mudguards— JAMES SMITH, age 28, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., slight build, complexion, slight moustache, and eyes dark, hair dark brown, lisps, small blotches on; face; dress, dark jacket and vest, brown cord trousers, dark blue muffler, dark engine driver's cap, supposed wealing a blue slop. A traction, engine driver ; native of Ramsbury, Wilts. Re- cently employed with steam roundabouts at Wey- mouth. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Daly, Chippenham. £ 1 REWARD. GO.— Trowbridge ( County).— For desert- ing his children, leaving them chargeable to the Trowbridge and Melksham Union— FREDERICK WEBB, age 50, height, 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache light brown, slight side whiskers, eyes ( supposed) grey; dress, dark coat, cord trousers, dark cap, heavy nailed boots. A labourer; native of Melksham. May be found working on farms or public works. Warrant issued. The above reward will be paid by the Guardians of the Trowbridge and Melksham Union, to any person giving such information as will lead to the arrest of Webb. Information to Supt. Tyler, Trowbridge. WORCES TERSHIRE. 61.— Bromsgrove ( flounty).— For stealing from his lodgings, a silver Swiss lever watch, No. 347819 ; 1 silver curb pattern Albert; and £ 3— ALBERT BROOKS, alias JAMKS WALLIS, WILLIAMS, and THOMPSON, Office No. 1525- 01 ( see Cases 29 and 31, 5th ult.), age 26, height 5 ft. 3| in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes hazel, scar over both eyebrows, right temple, and left thumb, prominent nose, decayed teeth ; dress, dark jacket and vest, dark grey trousers, black and white plaid cap, old brown cycling shoes ; was wearing the ring described in Case No. 43, 19th ult. Stated he was a grocer's assistant in the employ of the Melin Stores, at Worcester, and had been sent here to recruit his health. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Pitt, Bromsgrove. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 1902. THE POLICE GAZETTE. 423 ' V PERSONS IN CUSTODY ( continued)— birthmark back of head, abscess marks left side of neck and jaw, right thumb nail deformed, burn scar left calf; dress, grey jacket and trousers, brown vest, check cap, heavy boots. Has served in the Army. Convicted of house- breaking at Bedford Quarter Sessions, April, 1898. A native of Lambeth. Information to Chief Constable Hatcher, Ban- bury. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 71.— B Division.— Since 2nd August last, a brown enamel brooch, shape of a bunch of flowers, steel points ; 1 gold do., bird holding a bunch of green grapes in mouth ; 1 do., shape of serpent, set turquoise head, ruby eyes; 1 do., gold leaves, and grapes, set amethyst; 1 do., black, white, red and green enamel; square pattern, lapis lazuli in centre, partition for hair at back ; 1 do., blue enamel and gold Mosaic dog; 1 silver do., " Barbara" thereon; 1 do., " A. E. J." engraved thereon ; 1 plain gold do., imitation of knot and tassels ; 1 do., gold and dark blue enamel with small diamond pendant attached, paste diamond in centre; 1 light blue enamel do., imitation twisted ribbon; 1 gold bracelet shape of horn, head filled with various precious stones; 1 do. chain, set large coral in centre, with gold cross thereon ; 1 coral do., square gold clasp ; 1 gold chain do., 2 tassels set turquoise thereon ; 1 gold and enamel do. with views of Switzerland on each link ; 1 gold do., set cairngorm ; 1 gold do., set cameo head ; 1 pair gold earrings, bird holding a bunch of green grapes in mouth; 1 pair do., large hoops, with red, blue and green enamel, paroquet sitting thereon ; 1 pair do., gold leaves and grapes, set amethyst; 1 pair do., set turquoise; 1 pair do., ball pattern ; 1 pair do., set round coral; 1 pair do., long pattern, set 6 pieces of coral ; 1 pair pearl and diamonds and black enamel; 1 gold necklace, 5 small pendants attached, set pearls and diamonds; 1 do., red coral, gold filigree clasp ; 1 single string of coral, gold and coral ornament attached ; 1 silver do., flexible band, with balls hanging therefrom; 1 gent's gold ring, set large sapphire, surrounded by small diamonds ; 1 scarf pin, set pearls ; 1 gold seal, will form scarf ring, set red cornelian ; 1 do., set yellow stone, crest Moor's head ; 1 do., set yellow stone, coat of arms and coronet, " B" thereon ; 1 do., set topaz, with coronet and 3 • crests thereon, 1 a bird, 1 coote; 1 do., set brown stone, pointer dog engraved thereon; 2 square miniatures in red leather cases ( 1 picture of a lady with red dress, 1 picture of a gentleman in a brown suit); 2 oval do., in red leather cases ( 1 lady with brown hair and white dress, 1 an old lady wearing a cap) ; 1 gold and blue enamel snuff box, views of Switzerland thereon; 1 gold scent bottle, set small turquoise and rubies, gold chain attached, 12 inches long and a small chain, 3 in. long; 1 old- fashioned gold watch, set pearls round edges, back and front, Prince of Wales' feathers in diamonds on back, surrounded by blue enamel ( chipped) ; 1 gold needle case, about 3 in. long, fluted pattern ; 12 silver dessert forks ; 29 spoons do. ( 12 dessert, 12 tea, 2 mustard, 3 egg); 1 silver small salt cellars, shell pattern ; 2 cases, each containing a silver knife, fork and spoon ; 1 Sheffield plated sugar bowl; 6 plated dessert forks, " Moor's head " crest thereon ; 1 pair plated grape scissors; 1 do. asparagus tongs ; 1 silver cross, " W. N. U. M. L. S. B." engraved thereon ; 2 brown polished wood jewel boxes, brass mounted, a coronet and " B. M." printed on one. Information to be forwarded to the Metro- politan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. DEVONSHIRE. £ 50 REWARD. 72.— Barnstaple { County).— Between 24th and 25th ult., at Ilfracombe, a three- quarter crescent brooch, set brilliants, about 5 carats ; 1 lyre shape do., about 6 carats; I spray do.; 1 letter " G " do. on gold safety pin, about 1 carat; 1 brooch, single- stone brilliant on knife edge bar, claw setting, about $ carat; 1 bracelet, cluster, .- set brilliants, centre stone slightly yellow, silver setting on a gold band, about 4 carats; 1 do., forming word " GEORGE" in brilliants, sur- rounded with dark blue enamel, stiff plain gold back ; 1 pair earrings, trefoil shape, set 3 brilliants, about 2 carats; 1 pair do., single stone brilliant, claw setting, about 3 carats. The above reward will be paid by Mr. G. G. Astley, 51 Burlington Arcade, Piccadilly, London, W., to any person giving such information as will lead to the apprehension and conviction of the thief or thieves, and the recovery of the property, or in proportion to the amount recovered. Information to Supt. Hobbs, County Police Office, Barnstaple. ESSEX. 73. — Southend- on- Sea [ County). — 24th ult., a gold hunter watch, " G. F. H." and maker " Palmer, London," thereon. Information to Inspector Brown, Southend- on- Sea. HEREFORDSHIRE, li— Hereford [ County). — lst inst., by housebreaking, at Didley, St. Deverux, a lady's silver watch ; silver chain, with anchor pendant on end, attached. Information to Supt. Cope, Hereford. HER TFORDSHIRE. 75.— Watford ( County). — 24th ult., by housebreaking, a silver hunter watch, No. 5017, monogram " F. C. R." on back, case much worn 1 do. lever, Birmingham make ; 1 silver watch, old English verge, double cased, figures 1, 2, 3, & c., on dial; 1 lady's silver watch, white dial with flowers around, black hands and numerals, chased back, short silver chain attached ; 2 silver chains, curb pattern ; 1 gold bracelet, curb pattern, padlock attached; 1 round silver plated cake basket with handle ; and about £ 9— Suspicion is attached to A MAN, age about 30, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in. ; dress, dark jacket suit, brown cap. Information to Supt. Wood, Watford. ISLE OF WIGHT. £ 5 REWARD. 76.— Newport ( County).— Between 10th and 28th ult., at Cowes, a half- hoop 5 stone diamond ring, claw setting, " Mizpah, 23rd December, 1889," engraved on inside. The above reward will be paid by Mr. F. B. Wilkinson, 60 Lillieshall Road, Clapham, London, S. W., to any person giving such information as will lead to the apprehension and conviction of the thief, or thieves, and the recovery of the ring. Information to Supt. Ayres, Quay Street, New- port. KENT. 77.— Chatham ( County). — 4th inst., by housebreaking, at New Brompton, a gold oval brooch, twisted pattern ; 1 pair gold earrings, spray of flowers pattern ; 1 lady's gold watch, open face, flowers engraved on back ; 1 lady's gold chain, small square pattern ; 1 gold tooth- pick, ivory cross attached ; 1 lady's gold ring, set pearls and brown stone ; 1 gold pin, horseshoe pattern ; 1 silver thimble. Information to Supt. Sargent, Chatham. 78.— Sevenoaks ( County).— 8th inst., a lady's silver watch, gold chain, small links, small fancy charm with red and green stones, attached ; 1 gipsy ring, set turquoise and 2 diamonds; 1 lady's dress ring, set 3 diamonds— By A MAN, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., slight build, blotchy face, hair and moustache dark; dress, dust coat, sleeves turned up, brownish trousers, black hard hat, " Paris" stamped inside. He took apartments, 6tating he was a Government surveyor. Information to Supt. Taylor, Sevenoaks. 79 — Maidstone ( Borough).— 6th inst., a " Centaur" roadster bicycle, No. 64,047, plated rims, free wheel, Morrel hub, front rim brake, narrow dropped handle bars, felt grips, bell, pump and tool bag attached ; a safety bicycle, No. 15023, with " CCC" transfer on back tube, plated rims ( front one new), Fleetwood front tyre, Warwick back, mudguard at back, " Allcorn" transfer thereon, 72 in. gear, raised handle bars, cork grips ( rather worn), 6£ in. cranks, B. S. A. fittings, block chain, back pedalling rim brake, 2 clips for carrying rifle. Information to Chief Constable Mackintosh, Maidstone. LANCASHIRE. 80.— Garstang ( County).— Between 26th and 28th ult., a lady's gold dress ring, raised scroll in centre, with 10 small diamonds in 2 rows of 5 parallel with hoop; 1 18 ct. do., set 6 stones, graduated from centre in row parallel with hoop, 1 stone missing ; 1 lady's ring, set diamond and ruby each side; 1 solid gold bracelet, curb pattern, heavy, small safety chain and small padlock attached. Information to Supt Procter, Garstang. NORFOLK. 81 .— East Harling ( County).— 24th ult., at Watton, a light " Roadster" bicycle, black enamelled, usual parts plated, bright rims and spokes, 28 in. wheels, Wapshare tyres, 3 patches about 4 in. long ou back tyre, rubber pedals, rim brake in centre of rod broken, tool bag con- taining spanner, screw driver and oil can, brass pump, lamp and bell attached, " City and Cycle Co., 92 Benacre Street, Birmingham, 1902," on back and front mudguards. Information to Supt. Wright, East Harling. SURREY. 82.— Chertsey ( County).— 22nd ult., by burglary at Chobham, a gold hunter watch, white dial," McCabe, Royal Exchange," thereon ; 1 cash box containing money, including nearly a whole set of 1887 Jubilee coins; £ 1 in threepenny pieces; a Queen Anne 4s. piece ; 1 do. shilling; several lion shillings and sixpenny pieces; a number of silver coins with holes therein ; 1 silver coin size of a threepenny piece, a prayer engraved on back " Stephen Mayer" at bottom; and 2 pocket books. Information to Supt. Hackman, Chertsey. SUSSEX ( East). 83.— Eastbourne ( Borough).— 22nd ult., a gold keeper ring, chased with £ in. squares and supposed forget- me- nots thereon; 1 do. round and chased, nearly new. Information to Major Teale, Chief Constable Eastbourne. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 84.— York ( City).— 27th ult., a safety bicycle, " The Slate" make, Dorain tyres, plated rims, straight handle bars, back mudguard loose and twisted, roller chain, Lycett saddle, 70 gear, bell and Little Dandy lamp ( enamel off side of vessel), attached. Information to Chief Constable Burrow, York. PROPERTY FOUND. BUCKING HA MS HIRE. 85.— Fenny Stratford ( County).— 26th ult. ( supposed stolen), a long grey hare necklet ( new); 2 small do. ( new); 3 bottles Holbrook's Worcester sauce ; and 2 doz. candles. Information to Supt. Lait, Fenny Stratford. NORFOLK. 86.— Thetford ( County).— 22nd ult. ( sup- posed stolen), a pneumatic " Roadster " bicycle, diamond frame, ball head, irubber pedals, flat handle bar, cork handles, bone tips, usual parts plated, Dunlop plain Tandem tyre on back, front tyre appears to have been re- covered, transfer on head indistinct, maker supposed John Barrett, Birmingham, tool bag containing spanner, oil can, and repair outfit. Information to Supt. Wright, East Harling, or to Inspector Simpson, Thetford. PROPERTY RECOVERED. WA R WICKS HI RE. ST.— Stratford- on- Avon ( County).— Bicycle, Case No. 43, 13th ult. ANIMALS, & c., STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 88.— P Division.— 4th inst., a dark bay gelding, 14 hands, aged, star on forehead and one hind foot white, short mane, long tail, very large sheath, no shoes, drags near hind foot. In fair condition. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. ESSEX. 89.— Southend- on- Sea ( County).— 24th ult., at Rawreth, a light chestnut thoroughbred mare, rising 7 years, 15 hands 1 in., 1 hind foot and large blaze down face white, has splints, blistered, lame in front legs, medium mane, short tail ( undocked) ; 2nd, a dark bay mare, aged, 15 hands, white blaze down face, chafed and cracked by girth behind near foreleg, recently had sore withers, bare place, size of half- crown, slightly raised at end of spine, slightly broken in wind, recently had strangles and lanced in throat, medium mane, short tail, docked ; and 2 driving bridles ( 1 brass mounted, 1 silver- plated); 1 driving rein, black leather buckle on both ends; 1 riding rein ; 1 Scotch hlnish black wool knee rug ; 2 horse rollers, white with blue lines. Information to Inspector Brown, Southend- on- Sea. 2 THE POLICE GAZETTE. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1902. PERSONS or BODIES FOUND ESSEX. 90.— Thorpe ( County).— 4th inst, washed ashore, at Little Holland, the body of A MAN, age about 50, length 5 ft. 8J in, hair dark ( turn- ing grey), small tuft of grey hair on chin, other- wise clean shaved ; dress, blue serge morning coat and vest, dark trousers with blue stripes, blue tie with light diagonal stripe, collar size 15|, " Gardner & Co, Scotch House" thereon, white cotton shirt with black stripe, " 2931 L3 " stamped inside collar, grey flannel undershirt, brown cotton pants, brown sock in jacket pocket. Body supposed in water about a week. Information to Supt. Jones, Thorpe, Essex. APPREHENSIONS. 91.— Dumfriesshire, Dumfries ( Burgh).— FREDERICK SALAMOND, Case No. 7, 3rd inst, and bicycle recovered. 92.— Flintshire, Holywell ( County).— GEORGE HARRISON or HARRIS, Case No. 10, 3rd inst. 93.— Gloucestershire, Dursley ( County).— HARRY CLEVERLEY, Case No. 12, 26th ult. 91. — Herefordshire, Leominster ( County).— CHARLES POCKNELL, Case No. 15, 5th ult. 95. — Kent, Dover ( Borough). FULLER, Case No. 26, 20th June last. 96.— Kent, Margate ( Borough).— JOHN LYNCH, Case No. 15, 3rd inst. 97. — Lancashire, Liverpool ( City). — HORACE CLAUDE VICTOR BIELBY, Case | No. 21, 3rd inst., and remanded till 13th inst. VS.— Lancashire, Liverpool ( City).— EDWARD SCO TT, Case No. 20, 3rd inst. 99— Oxfordshire, Oxford ( County).— ALFRED H1GGS, Case No. 26, 26th ult. 100.— Suffolk ( East), Ipswich ( Borough).— HARRY MURPHY, Case No. 42, 12th ult. 101.— Sussex ( East), Lewes ( County). — THOMAS and ANNIE GOSDEN, Case No. 29, 3rd January last. 102.— Sussex ( East), Lewes ( County). — JOE NYE and — NYE, Case No. 47, 25th June last. 103.— Sussex ( East), Hastings ( Borough).— GEORGE MILLS, Case No. 35, 3rd inst. 104. — Yorkshire ( North Riding), Scarborough ( Borough). — WALTER SEDGWICK and ARTHUR HODSON, Case No. 35, 15th August last, and property recovered; and MAY SLATER, Case No. 49, 26th ult. LATEST INFORMATION. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 105.— Convict Supervision Office. — For obtaining goods by trick — Expiree GEORGE ROBINSON, alias PERCY CLINTON, SIDNEY PERCIVAL HARCOURT, PERCY WOOD, ROBERT MALOY and GEORGE THOMPSON, Office No. 2887- 01 ( see also Case No. 5, 26th ult.), age 30, height 5 ft. 8* in, complexion sallow, hair brown, eyes blue, scar back and front of righl^ thigh, 2 scars left cheek, both little fingers deformed, mole right arm, left thigh and right shin.— Expiree PERCY MOORE, alias PERCY JOHN MOORE, FREDERICK HALLETT and ARTHUR FREDERICK LEIGHTON, Office No. 2886- 01, age 29, height 5 ft. 7i in, complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes light hazel, scar right eyebrow and each side of chest, mole left of back, 2nd left toe deformed. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office. New Scotland Yard, S. W. OXFORDSHIRE. 106.— Oxford ( City). — For obtaining by a worthless cheque, 7 diamond rings ( 1 claw set, nearly 5J carats, white with small black speck near centre; 1 large yellow stone, double split setting; 1 do. with larger head to setting; 1 3 stone half- hoop, white stones ; 1 set fine diamond and pearl, transversely, ring twisted at setting; 2 single stone, small white diamonds) ; all second- hand, the 3 last are ladies'; and for obtaining by fraud, a " Maddison " safety bicycle, reversible handle bars, Grappler tyres, Wheeler saddle, no brake— BARON JULES MEREY, alias CAMIL- TON, age 22, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in, complexion dark, hair black, clean shaved, good teeth ; dress, dark suit with white stripes, light cap, brown cycling shoes. Appearance of a waiter. He stayed at a first- class hotel, left . behind a black bowler hat, size 6J, purchased at 118 aud 120 Nevv Oxford Street, W. C, wears a massive gold curb chain with large coin as pendant. He left Oxford, 6th inst.; had with him the above machine, which he will no doubt dispose of. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Cole, Oxford. SUSSEX ( East). 107.— Lewes ( County).— For stealing 11 gold rings — Licence- holder FRANCIS C. JOHN- STONE, alias MILLMAN, BISHOP and WILLIAMS, Office No. 1683- 02 ( see GAZETTE, 15th August last, Case Nos. 86 and 38, 19th ult.), age 26, height 5 ft. 5 in, complexion sallow, hair black, eyes grey, " FRANK," anchor and cross right, clasped hands, woman, heart, wreath, R. D." and " M. W." left forearm ; dress, dark blue jacket and vest, reefer cap with shiny peak. Native of London. He called at a jeweller's, asked to see some rings, and while the jeweller was engaged committed the larceny and decamped. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Stevens, Lewes. PROPERTY STOLEN. HEREFORDSHIRE. 108.— Leominster ( County).— 29th ult, by housebreaking, at Yarpole, a very small verge watch, No. 302, bull's eye glass, and a chain ( sup- posed metal), attached ; 1 verge watch; 1 long metal neckchain ; 1 small silver chain; 1 oval silver brooch ; 1 light grey mixture plaid jacket and vest ( nearly new); 1 bunch of 5 or 6 very small keys ; and Is. 9d.— By A MAN, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in, strong build, complexion fresh, moustache dark ; dress, brown coat, cordu- roy trousers, heavy nailed boots, brown cap. Appearance of a labourer. He left behind a white striped silk muffler, " D" in one corner in red silk ; 1 red, black, and yellow pocket hand- kerchief, Coronation pattern; 1 new plaid flannelette shirt; 1 black handle razor, " Robin- son, Maple & Co." on blade. Information to Supt. Price, Leominster. ANIMALS, & c„ RECOVERED. ESSEX. 109.— Southend - on - Sea ( County).— Horses, Case No. 89. APPREHENSION. no Metropolitan Police District, C Division. JOHNSON, Case No. 1, 26th ult. MISSING. 111.— 24th ult.. from Wateringbury— EDWIN FULLER, age 18, height about 5 ft. 8 in, com- plexion fair, round face, hair dark brown, eyes ( supposed) blue, mole front of left ear, impedi- ment in speech, very thick feet; dress, dark grey sac- pattern overcoat, black coat and vest, grey striped trousers, white shirt marked " E. Fuller," other clothing marked " E. F," brown flannel vest, short sleeves, brown or grey cap, boots nearly new. A draper's assistant. Was last heard of at Watford, Herts, on 25th ult. Information to E. Fuller, Lamberhurst. Kent. PROPERTY MISSING. 112.— Hired, 19th ult, at Garstang, a " Swift" cycle, 30 in. front wheel with ' 98 Dunlop tyre, 28 in. back wheel, Horwich tyre, up- turned handle bars, 1 in. pitch chain, 21 or 22 teeth on gear wheel, transfer nearly obliterated— By A MAN, age about 28, height 5 ft. 7 in, complexion dark ; wearing a biue serge suit. Information to Snpt. Procter, Garstang. List of Licence Holders, Supervisees, Expirees, etc., who have been re- apprehended, for the week ending October 4th, 1902, with the results, etc. Office No. NAME. Fresh Offence with which charged. Re- convicted in Name of Result. Date and Place. Name and Division of Officer. 2262— 02 ANDERSON. PETER 423- 02 DARKER, WALTER G. 3267— 01 BARTON, CHARLES 1712- 00 486— 02 2574— 01 2209 - 02 37967 2952— 01 2910— 96 2966— 01 3172— 97 1772— 01 1451— 98 803- 02 1770— 99 3063— 01 BENSON. GEORGE GORDON, GEORGE JOHNSON. WILLIAM MAHSDEN, ALFRED MILLS, Ql'ILL NIEBLER, CHAS. F. l'EARCE, STEPHEN S. PERRY, GEORGE PHILLIPS. BENJAMIN PHILLIPS, HENRY REEVES, WALTER CHAS. WALSH, MARY A. WILLIAMS, THOMAS WILSON. JOHN Failing Larceny P. of C. Act P. of C. Act Attd. carnal knowledge Larceny ( per.) P. of C. Act Drunk, & c. Assit. on female n living on the proceeds of prostitution BeggiDg P. of C. Act P. of C. Act Cruelty to a horse False pretences Disordei ly con- duct, Acc. Attd. lar. ( per.) Larceny ( per ) Same Name HARRY MAY WM. GEO. ENGLAND JAS. WILLIAMS Same Name HARRY SMITH Same Name Same Name FRANZ NIEBLER Same Name Same Name JOHN DAVIES Same Na- ne HENfcY BARNES MARY A. TAYLOR THOS. SERVICE JOHN JONES 2 months h. l. 21 days h. l. 6 months h. l. 12 months h. l. 12 months h. l. 1 month h. l. 3 months h. l. 14 days h. l. 3 months & 6 months ( con- secutively) Bound over 1 month h. l. 12 months h. l. 3 months h. l. 3 years p. s. I month h. l. 1 month h. l. 5 years p. s. 27th Sept., W. L. P. Ct. 17th Sept., Greenwich P. Ct 30th Sept., Lambeth P. Ct. 29th Sept.. Woolwich P. Ct 12th Sept., C. C. Ct. 24th Sept., Worship St. P. Ct 29th Sept.. Southwark P. Ct lst Oct., Dartford 27th Sept., Marvlebone P. Ct. 3rd Oct., Marlborough St. P. Ct. lst Oct, Marlborough St. 1'. Ct. 30tb Sept., Westminster P. Ct. 27th Sept.. Sevcnoalss P. Ct 13th Sept., C. C. Ct. 26th Sept., S. W. P. Ct. : 29th Sept. W. Ha n P. Ct. 2nd Oct., Croydon <^ r. Sess. Known to P. S. Humphrev, C. I. D., T ; also to P. S. Lambert, C. I. D., T. Known to P. C. Barton, 263P ; also to P. S. Haigh, C. ID, P, Known to P. C. Johnson, 2521'; also to P. S. Pike and P. S. Haigh, C. I. D.. P. Known to P. S. Holford, C. I. D. R ; also on K and H. Known to P. C. Smith, 220D; also to P. S. Tunbridge, C. I. D., D. Known to P. C. Madgett, 230H. Known to P. S l'usey, C. I. D., M. Known to P. C. Norman. 447R. Known to P. C. King, C. I. D.. S : also to P. S. Clarke, C. I. D., C, and P. S. Scholes, C. I. D., D. Known to P. S. Dnggan. C. I. D., C ; also to P. C. Burton, C. I. D., C. Known to P. S. Duggan, C. I. D., C; also to P. S. Watts, C. I. D., A, and P. C. Brewer, 142C. Known to P. S. Tupper, C. I. D., C ; also to P. C. Tanner,- C. I. D., B. Known on P and R. Known to P. S. Kemp, C. I. D.. M ; also on K. Known to P. C. Loveless, 267W ; also to P. C. Batchelder, 240V. Known to P. S. I'rben, C. I. D., G ; also on H and K. Known to P. S. Sanders, C. I. D., W ; also to P. C. 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