TH] ES POLICE GAZETTE PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, MARCH 27, 1903. VOL. XX., No. 2008. EGUL 1. All communications for insertion in the POLICE GAZETTE, and all communi- cations relating to them, should be addressed to THB EDITOR OF THE POLICE GAZETTE NEW SCOTLAND YABD, LONDON, S. W. 2. Particula r 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 off eredy the name CLTid address of some person responsible for the payment must be given, and the exact conditions must be clearly stated. 5. Portraits of persons whose apprehension is sought for serious offences, and engravings of stolen property, will be inserted at a cost of 7s. per portrait, and of 5s. per photograph or sketch of a stolen article, unless the article is large or unusually intricate, when the engravers' charge will range from 5s. to 10s. A remittance of 5s. should be made in the first instance for cost of engraving sketches. 6. Every announcement, if for the apprehension of a person, must be guaranteed by the signature of an officer of not less rank than Superintendent; and if the name of such person is required to be inserted and no warrant is in force against him, the requisition must be signed by the chief officer of police, or his immediate deputy, of the county, city, or borough, as the case may be. SLTIONS. 7. Announcements concerning stolen property must be guaranteed by an officer of not less rank than Inspector, or analogous thereto. 8. Announcements of all persons to be apprehended or of stolen property bear a number, and as far as practicable they are alphabetically arranged by counties. 9. The force which causes particulars concerning delinquents or 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, 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. 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. THE EDITOR, New Scotland Yard, London, S. W. 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 ol property or the detection of crime, whether printed and issued by the Metropolitan Police, or distributed and exhibited, with the sanction of the Commis- sioners, 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 :— ( a) The amount of the reward. ( J) 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. 2.— No expression must be used in such an advertisement in relation to { roperty stolen, or criminally taken or disposed of, holding out any expectation that the reward will be paid on its return without the offender being brought to trial, or without enquiry. Attention is particularlydirected to the conditions ( 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 ivhich Notices can he posted. The following specimens of bills are inserted for guidance :— £ 5 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 Station. [ Insert name and address of the Printer.] It is to be specially noted that all printed Bills or Circulars forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office for posting or dis- tribution, whether offering rewards or otherwise, should have the Printer's name and address thereon, as required by the Act 32 and 33 Vic., cap. 21 ( see second Schedule re- enacting sec. 2 of 2 and 3 Vic., cap. 12). APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 1— Criminal Investigation De- partment-— For pretending to be a solicitor — A. P. BOND, alias FREDERICK BROWN, CHARLES BOWEN, POPE, ELLIOTT, WEST- WOOD, CONNEMARA, etc., age about 35, height 6 ft., round shoulders, complexion dark sallow, hair black, eyes dark, delicate appearance; a Hindoo or half- caste. Warrant issued. 2.— A Division. — For stealing £ 50 — EDWIN PERRY, age 40, height 5 ft. 5 in., slight build, complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes grey, sleepy appearance, stoops slightly, eczema marks on elbows and knees, mole centre of back; dress, grey mixture jacket, blue serge trousers, 2 vests ( 1 grey, 1 blue), blue and white spotted tie, check cap. A native of Birmingham. 3.— C Division.— For obtaining jewellery to the value of £ 150, by fraud— D. FACHIRI, a Greek, age about 45, height about 5 ft. 5 in., com- plexion sallow, hair ( thin on top) dark ( turning grey), long moustache ( brushed up at ends) brown, eyes ( large) dark, speaks English well, of smart appearance; dress, probably grey jacket suit, black hard felt hat. A produce merchant, of 9 Mincing Lane, E. C. Warrant issued. 4.— D Division.— For obtaining money by false pretences, and fraudulently incurring debts — STUART G. HALLIDAY, age 32, height 5 ft. 10 in., slight build, hair and moustache brown, thin face; dress, brown jacket suit, grey overcoat, black hard felt hat. Until recently he was a captain in the Hyderabad contingent of the In- dian Army. Warrant issued. 5.— F Division. — For stealing £ 46 — CHARLES MARKS, age 37, height 5 ft. 6| in., complexion fresh, hair ginger, eyes blue, bracelet in blue ink on both wrists, left little toe recently broken; dress, pepper- and- salt colour suit, check cap. Supposed a native of London. May en- deavour to obtain employment in the provinces as a cab or omnibus driver. Warrant issued. 6.— p Division.— For Stealing £ 17— ALICE GILBERT, age 15 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion dark, hair ( thick) dark, eyes grey; dress, dark serge dress, black straw sailor hat. A domestic servant; native of Hoxton. Warrant issued. 7.— p Division.— For stealing, 3rd inst., a lady's gold Geneva watch, No. 17068, gold dial, crystal glass, chased back, " John Walker, Regent Street," on works; 1 do. Albert, long link and cable pattern alternately; 1 gold fluted cross, about 1J in. long; 1 small gold oval locket, blue enamel buckle thereon; 1 Queen Anne gilt shilling; 1 gold curb bracelet, padlock attached; 1 do. set 3 turquoise and 4 pearls alternately; 1 lady's dress ring, set emerald in centre, surrounded with small pearls and rubies ( 1 pearl missing); 1 do., set 2 pearls and ruby garnet in centre; 1 do., set pink corals and pearls alternately; 1 lady's half- hoop ring, set 5 turquoise and several diamonds; 1 gold brooch, mosaic setting, with small filigree baud— EMILY COLLINS, alias BESSIE KYNCH, MOLLOY, and ELIZABETH NEWMAN, age 24, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fair, full face, hair dark brown, eyes grey; dress, black skirt, grey bodice, black three- quarter length jacket, black hat, trimmed green velvet bow and large buckle, brown fur boa. A domestic servant; native of London. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BEDFORDSHIRE. 8.— Luton( Borough).— Forattempted murder on the Midland Railway between London and Luton, 4th inst.— A MAN, age about 35, height 5 ft, 8 or 9 in., stout build, complexion sallow, full face, hair black, moustache brown, eyes sunken; dress, black jacket suit, blue and white spotted scarf, billycock hat. Information to the Chief Constable, Luton. BERKSHIRE. 9.— Windsor ( Borough).— For forgery and fraud to a large amount— FREDERICK ERNEST LAYTON, age 37, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fair, hair and heavy moustache ( cut rather short) brown, eyes full, supposed brown, slovenly gait, a heavy smoker, usually weai- 3 dark clothes and hard felt hat. A solicitor; native of Windsor. Absconded 10th ult,, and was seen at Eastbourne a few days later. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Nicholls, Borough Police, Windsor. BUCKINGHA MS HI RE. 10— Great Mar low ( County).— For steal- ing bicycle fittings ( recovered)— A MAN, age 30 to 40, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., rather stout build, complexion pale, hair ( wavy) dark brown, slight moustache " brown, carries his head forward, thick voice, very talkative, addicted to drink; dress, black morning coat, dark vest and trousers, black Sard hat, lace boots. ^ A. cycle engineer; stays at common lodging houses. Stated he had served in the Royal Engineers, and that he had been em- ployed at Newbury, Reading, and Wolverhampton. Known by the name of " Bert." Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Summers, High Wycombe. 4 T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. FRIDAY, MARCH 18, 1908. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued)— CHESHIRE. 11.— Crowe ( County).— On commitment warrant for non- payment of 17s. fine and costs imposed, for being in possession of, and offering for sale, 40 copies of pirated music— THOMAS MULLIN, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, clean shaved, eyes grey; dress, black coat, grey tweed trousers, scarf, black hard felt hat ( all much worn). Stays at common lodging houses. Has in his possession a pedlar's certificate issued at Leek, Staffs, in December, 1902, in name of " John Mullin, John- son's Lodging House, Leek." 12. — Crewe ( County). — On commitment warrant, for non- payment of 17s., fine and costs imposed for being in possession of, and offering for sale, 48 copies of pirated music— JOHN HENRY CAMPBELL, age 45, height 5 ft. in., com- plexion fresh, hair ( turning grey) brown, mous- tache sandy, eyes grey; a native of London. Stays at common lodging houses. Has in his possession a pedlar's certificate No. 2161, issued at Brighton. Information to Supt. Pearson, Crewe. DERBYSHIRE. 13.— Chesterfield ( County).— For failing to report— Supervisee JOHN BARNES, alias G. ROBINSON, ARTHUR KELLY, and J. HARRIS, Office No. 2390- 02, age 30, height 5 ft. 7J in., complexion sallow, hair brown, eyes grey, scar right side of forehead, each eye- brow, left cheek, and outer corner right eye, ring 3rd right finger. Sentenced at Derby Sessions, 2nd July, 1902, to 2 months hard labour and 2 years supervision for larceny. 276. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Faulkner, County Police Office, Chesterfield. U.— Eckington ( County).— For stealing, between 21st and 23rd inst., at Dore, 2 double- faced hammers, weight about 5 lbs., " W. H." stamped on one, " A " on other, 2 rubber rings on shaft of one; 3 trowels, size 12 in., 10i in., and 10 in., " W. H. S." stamped on 2, " J. T. S." on latter; 1 new 8 in. spirit level; 1 new light brick hammer; 1 pair compasses; 1 plumb rule, 4 ft. 6 in. by 4, line and pair of pins — F. HARROW, alias FRY, age 22, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 j in., complexion, hair, moustache ( slight), and eyes dark; dress, dark single- breasted, square cut j jacket, fancy spotted vest, round buttohs, cord . trousers, black cap, lace boots. A bricklayer or labourer. Warrant issued. 15.— Ecklngton ( County).— For larceny at Dronfield, 23rd inst.— PATRICK ENRIGHT, age about 35, height about 6 ft., complexion swarthy, hair and moustache black, ship tattooed back of left hand, of seafaring appearance; dress, blue serge suit, dark cap, red scarf, light lace boots ( cut across fronts). A dock labourer; native of Hull. Has served in the Army. Previously con- victed at Hull and Chesterfield. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Andrews, Eckington, near Sheffield. DEVONSHIRE. 16.— Crediton ( County).— For stealing 4 hampers of apples at Ponghill, 25th December, 1902— CHARLES HEARLES, alias AYRES, age 27 ( looks younger), height about 5 ft. 7 in., com- plexion fair, hair ( worn on forehead) light; dress, old dark coat and vest, cord trousers, cap. A gipsy; supposed a native of Farnham, Surrey. Is believed to be accompanied by his wife, child ( about a month old), his parents, and a man, age 30, and to have with them a van painted light yel- low, " Charles Hearles, Berkshire," thereon. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Egan, Crediton. ESSEX. 17.— Chelmsford ( County).— For stealing, 15th inst., a metal watch, metal chain fixed by a piece of hairpin, and key attached; 1 blue serge vest, size 4 ; and a South African War medal with 3 bars, " Private John Haynes, Essex Regiment" stamped thereon— A MAN, age about 40, height 5 ft. 10 or 11 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, whiskers about 2 in. long, eyes blue; dress, dark jacket, wide light cord vest, dark brown cord trousers, red necker- chief, light cap, heavy lace boots. Had in his posses- sion a discharge from the 1st Essex Regiment. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable of Essex, Chelmsford. 18.— Grays ( County).— For embezzlement— WILLIAM STEEL, age 30, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache light brown, eyes grey, wears glasses, large nose and ears, both arms tattooed; dress, grey clothes and cap. A grocer's carman; native of Wimbledon. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Jordan, Grays. 19.— Southminster ( County).— For non- payment of £ 2 4s., fine and costs imposed for trespassing in search of game—- JAMES BUTCHER, alias ELIJAH JAMES OUTTEN, age 40, height 5 ft. 10£ in., rather stout build, complexion fresh, hair light brown, moustache and eyes brown; wearing fawn colour coat, drab vest, brown cap, lace boots. Supposed a native of Mitcham, Surrey. Has served in the Army. May have with him a small brown dog. Ab- sconded 7th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Gibbons, Southminster. FLINTSHIRE. 20.— Mold ( County).— For stealing from their lodgings, 13th inst., a lady's silver watch, plain dial, chased at back; 1 do. silver Albert chain; 1 18 ct. gold keeper ring, Maltese cross thereon; 1 gold dress ring, set pearl and 2 rubies ( 1 miss- ing); 1 black cloth vest; 1 green underskirt, with flounce; and £ 1 10s.— STEPHEN HOLROYD, age 22, height about 5 ft. 2 in., stout build, hair brown, clean shaved, eyes ( large) brown, good teeth, bad feet; usually wears a fawn colour overcoat, black hard felt or fawn colour hat. A steel malter; native of Sheffield. — SARAH HOLROYD, age 21, height about 5 ft. 5 in., slight build, long features, hair ( frizzed on forehead) black, eyes ( large) dark brown, 1 front upper tooth missing, stammers; dress, black skirt, short black jacket, tight fitting, black sailor hat, shoes with patent leather toes. Warrants issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Davies, Mold. HAMPSHIRE. 21.— Gosport ( County).— For stealing, 5th inst., a silver watch, J- plate, " Henry Murray" scratched on plate and case; a South African War medal, " Henry Murray, No. 5220 I Com- pany, Rifle Brigade," on rim ; 1 brown coat and vest ; 1 polo collar; 1 black and white tie— THOMAS ORTON, age 22, height 5 ft. 4J in., slightly round shoulders, complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes grey, scar on chest and right arm, carries his head forward ; dress ( supposed), brown coat, vest, and cap, regimental trousers, shirt, socks and boots. A deserter from the Rifle Brigade. Information to Supt. Silver, Gosport. ISLE OF WIGHT. 22.— Newport ( County).— For housebreak- ing, 23rd inst., at Yaverland, and stealing a coat and vest; 1 pair greenish colour trousers with blue stripes; 1 brown check cap; 1 light colour tie with black spot in centre; 1 shirt front turned down at corners; 1 pair new shooting boots, size 10— GEORGE JAMES BLOW, age 19, height about 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, prominent nose, walks erect, addicted to drink; wearing the stolen clothing. A labourer; native of Brading, I. W. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hale, County Police Office, Newport. KENT. 23.— Tonbridge ( County).— For cruelty to his children, and deserting same— JAMES JENNER, age 35 or 36, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., com- plexion ruddy, hair brown, moustache ginger, ad- dicted to drink; dress, grey plaid jacket and vest, cord trousers, brown soft felt hat, heavy lace boots. A labourer; supposed a native of Copthorne, Sussex. Warrants issued. Information to Supt. Styles, Tonbridge. LANCASHIRE. 24 — Leigh ( County).— For stealing £ 34, at Tyldesley— THOMAS DOBINSON, age 54, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes brown; dress, old black suit, dark plaid cap, blue and white scarf, strong lace boots. A colliery labourer. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Cocker, Leigh, 25.— Liverpool ( City).— For obtaining rail- way tickets and hotel coupons, by a worthless cheque— G. ROBINSON, supposed false, age 25 to 30, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion, hair, and slight moustache dark, thin face, large nose, French accent, appearance of a French Jew; wear- ing dark overcoat and black hard hat. Had in his possession a cheque book containing 25 cheques, Nos. D. 24801 to 24825, on the Ulster Banking Company, Limited, Belfast. He induces tradesmen to accept the cheques in payment for goods supplied. Warrant issued. Information to the Head Constable, Detective Department, Liverpool. 26.— Blackpool ( Borough).— For stealing a 9 ct. gold ring ( recovered); 1 pair lace boots, size 7, toe caps; 1 silver Afghan war medal, can be worn as a brooch, " John Ingham" engraved on edge— GEORGE EDWARDS, age 24, height 5 ft. 5£ in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes brown, butterfly right forearm, ballet girl and thistle left forearm. A native of Brechin, Forfar. Is a private of the Royal Welsh Fusiliers, wearing uniform. Information to the Chief Constable, Blackpool. 27. — Bolton ( Borough). — For stealing a quantity of flooring boards on or about 9th January last— GEORGE BENNETT, alias HENRY MORTIMOR and HARRY HOSLEY, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache dark brown, glides one eye, quick swaggering gait, speaks with York- shire accent; dress, black square cut jacket suit, or dark grey suit, black billycock hat, lace boots. Stated he was a builders' merchant. He opened an office, advertised for a clerk, and represented that he dealt in bricks, cement, sanitary pipes, etc. Was in custody in Edinburgh in September, 1901, for fraud as " Henry Mortimor." Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Bolton. 28.— Bootle ( Borough).— For forging and uttering a cheque for £ 70 7s. 8d., 20th inst.— WALTER MATTHEW COOPER, age 39, height about 5 ft. 5 in., stout build, short neck, double chin, complexion florid, hair ( cut short) and mous- tache light, is subject to fits of coughing; dress, black coat and vest, grey striped trousers, rough grey overcoat, f- length, black tie, hard felt hat, lace boots. A salesman; native of Birming- ham ; was secretary to a cold storage and ice com- pany. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, Bootle. LEICES TERSHIRE. £ 5 REWARD. \ 29.— Market Harborough ( County).- For forgery and embezzlement- CYRIL CRAVEN, alias GEORGE DENVER, age 33, height 5 ft. 7 in., slight build, complexion pale, hair brown, clean shaved, eyes hazel, well educated, walks erect and quickly, can speak several languages; well dressed, frequently wears frock coat and silk hat. May seek employment with 2nd or 3rd class theatrical companies, or as an insurance agent. May be accompanied by his wife. Warrant issued. The above reward will be paid by J. Tickle, Esq., Solicitor, 63 Cheapside, London, E. C., to any per- son giving such information as will lead to the arrest of Craven. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Leach, Market Harborough. NORFOLK. 30. — East Dereham ( County). — For obtaining 10s. by false pretences, 21st ult.— F. B. MONTGOMERY, alias CALVER and F. B. CHAMBERS, age about 35, height about 5 ft. 9 in., stout build, complexion sallow, prominent features, double chin, hair ( thick) black, clean shaved, eyes hazel, good teeth, slight American accent; dress, grey jacket suit and cap, carried a cane or umbrella. He stated that he represented a firm of provision merchants, Charterhouse Street, London, also the proprietor of " Quaker Oats," Eastcheap, London, and negotiated with grocers for the hire of windows for exhibiting the latter firm's goods. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Chambers, East Dereham. OXFORDSHIRE. 31.— Banbury ( County).— For stealing a mowing machine— AMOS BARBEN, age 26 or 27, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, stammers slightly, walks rather lame; dress, black and white coat and vest, brown cord breeches, brown leggings, cap with flat top. He travels the country with a horse and cart, " H. Smith, Licenced Hawker," thereon, and hawkes fishing nets. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Jennings, Banbury. FRIDAY, M A H O H 13, 1903. T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. 3 PORTRAITS OF PERSONS WANTED. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 32.— B Division. — For stealing £ 375— WILLY STEINECKE, age 28, height 6 ft., com- plexion fair, hair, beard ( short and pointed), and moustache ( turned up at ends) light, eyes blue; dress, black frock coat and vest, dark tweed trousers, silk hat. A native of Cassel, Germany. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. MIDLOTHIAN. 33.— Edinburgh { City).— For failure to report — Licence- holder JAMES MUIRIIEAD, alias PETER SMITH, GEORGE ROBERTS, and " SCOTCH JIMMY," Office No. 48736, age 50, height 5 ft. 4£ in., complexion fresh ( pock pitted), hair ( curly) light brown ( going bald), eyes hazel, 2 hairy moles below right eye, dot between right thumb and forefinger. Sentenced at the Glasgow High Court, 9th May, 1896, to 7 years penal servitude for theft. Licenced 17th September, 1901. Has also been convicted at Belfast, Lon- don, and Edinburgh A very dangerous man, who, when formerly arrested, carried a loaded revolver. Information to Chief Constable Ross, Edin- burgh. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 31.— Dews bar y ( Borough).— For an offence under the Bankruptcy Act— WILLIAM COUL- SON, age 10 to 45, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., com- plfxi< n swarlby, hair and moustache brown ( turning grey), rather large nose, front teeth prominent and discoloured, stoops slightly, turns his toes outwards. A native of Lincolnshire. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Cons'able Shore, Dews- bury. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued)— SOMERSETSHIRE. 35— Bath { City). — WILLIAM HENRY RICHARDSON, Case No. 24, 4th April, 1902, and ALFRED MILLER, Case No. 30, 19th De- cember, 1902. Information cancelled. S TAFFORDSHIRE. 36. — Longton ( County).— For stealing 7s. from a boy in the street, 27th ult.— WALTER STEADMAN, alias GEORGE STEADMAN, REID, ROPER, & c., age 39, height 5 ft. in., complexion dark, hair and eyes brown, dot back right thumb, mole left side of neck. A calico printer; native of Liverpool. Is well known at West Bromwicli, Birmingham, Handsworth, Shef- field, Nottingham, and Hertford, where he has been convicted of similar offences. Warrant issued. Photograph can be seen on application. Information to Supt. Oakden, Longton. 37.— Hanley ( Borough).— For stealing 15s. by trick, from children, 28th ult.— GEORGE STEADMAN, alias WALTER STEADMAN, REID, ROPER, & c., age 39 to 40, height 5 ft. 4V in., complexion dark, hair and eyes brown, dot back right thumb, mole left side of neck, wearing dark clothing. A calico printer; supposed a native of Liverpool. Is well known at St. Alban's, West Bromwich, Handsworth, Birmingham, Sheffield, and Nottingham, where he has been convicted of similar offences. Information to the Chief Constable, Hanle)'. 38.— Wolverhampton ( Borough). — For failure to report— Licence- holder GEORGE STONE, Office No. 2885- 02, age 35, height 5 ft. 2i in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, 2 scars above right eyebrow, 1 on bridge of nose, and left thumb, ring left middle finger, several dots on left, and anchor on right forearm. Sentenced at Stafford Assizes, 20th July, 1900, to 3 years penal servitude for receiving. Licenced 20th October last. P. a. 191. Warrant issued. Information to Captain Burnett, Chief Con- stable, Wolverhampton. SUFFOLK ( East). 39— Lowestoit ( County).— For leaving his wife and family chargeable to the Mutford and Lothingland Union - JOHN WILLIAM TUCK, age 24, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion pale, hair brown, clean shaved, may now be wearing a beard, eyebrows meet, eyes ( right blue, left brown and blue). A boot repairer; native of Ipswich. May seek employment at Norwich, Ipswich, Leicester, or Hull. Absconded 20th July, 1902. Warrant issued. A reward of £ 1 will be paid by the Guardians of the above Union to any person giving such in- formation as will lead to the arrest of Tuck, and £ 1 for the arrest. Information to Supt. Shipp, Lowestoft. SUSSEX ( East). 40— Hastings ( Borough). — For stealing, 20th inst., a new " Star " bicycle, No. 75008, 24 in. frame, back pedalling band brake, Warwick tyres, Meteor Rover saddle, " No. 31615 " in ink on leather— A MAN, who gave the name of PEDRO DOMING CJEZ, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fresh, hair, whiskers, moustache ( cut close), and eyes dark, appeared to be slightly deaf; dress, navy blue suit, dark cap with white stripes, or black hard felt hat with red lining, brown leather boots, carried a thin cane with white metal top. He hired the machine for a fortnight, agreeing to pay a deposit of £ 1 5s. on delivery at the address he gave, but on receipt of the machine he made an excuse for deferring payment, and absconded. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Hastings. WARWICKSHIRE. 41.— Birmingham { City). — For stealing £ 100— HENRY SYMONDS, age 38, height 5 ft. 9 in., hair light sandy, rather broad face, promi- nent nose, watery eyes, wears gold glasses, front upper teeth artificial, addicted to drink; dress, light brown overcoat, black frock coat, red fancy vest, black trousers, black hard felt hat, brown boots. A manager and agent; native of Boston, U. S. A. Is identical with the man who traded as Symonds' Tea Company, Savoy House, Strand; and Symonds' London Stores, New North Street, London, W. C. ( see Special Notice which appeared in POLICE GAZETTE of 22nd June, 1900.) Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Chief Constable Rafter, Bir- mingham. WILTSHIRE„ 42.— Swindon ( C'mnt. y).— For obtaining money by false pretences - W. BROWN, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 10 or 11 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes ( rather small) hazel: dress, brown large- ribbed cord suit, supposed sleeves to vest, wears straps below knees, coloured silk muffler, grey cap, heavy lace boots; appearance of a labourer or horse- keeper. He represented that he was employed by a London firm of contractors, and agreed with a publican to stable 12 horses at £ 5 per week, for which he gave a stamped agree- ment in name of W. Brown. He also visited corn merchants, where he gave orders for large quanti- ties of provender, thereby obtaining money. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Robinson, Swindon. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). i'i.— DoboroSS ( County).— For stealing, 12th inst., at Scouthead, a light grey costume, trimmed pale yellow silk lace; 1 sable fur necklet; 1 black moreen underskirt; 1 black felt hat, trimmed black silk and velvet; 1 black rainproof cloak; 1 brown cloth cape; 1 pair button boots, patent leather toes, glace kid uppers, and 1 pair button shoes, size 4, trade mark " Mansfield, Man- chester "; 3 aprons ( 1 morning); 1 black skirt; 1 pair black kid gloves; 1 pink flannelette night dress; 1 green costumc; 1 cream- colour dress, trimmed lace; 1 comb; 1 money box containing about 10s.; 1 lady's silver Geneva watch, flowered case and half circle on dial; 2 five- shilling pieces, and 3 shillings, George III., 1812; 2 five- shilling picces; 2 half- crowns; 2 florins; 2 shillings; and 2 sixpences ( 1887 Jubilee coins) — LIZZIE DERRICK, age about 18, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., complexion fresh, hair dark, supposed wearing some of the stolen clothing. A domestic servant; stated she came from London. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Prosser, Dobcross, Saddle- worth. 6 T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. FRIDAY, MARCH 13, 1903. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( ooittinuei)— 44.— Barnsley { Borough). — For stealing furniture to the value of £ 43 — EDWARD DOWNING, age about 38, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, heavy moustache light, Roman nose, wears glasses, addicted to drink; dress, black jacket suit, cap with glaze peak. A musical conductor and pianoforte tuner, lately employed at the Theatre Royal; supposed a native of King's Lynn. He obtained the furniture on the hire system, and afterwards disposed of same at an auction mart. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Barnsley. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. DORSETSHIRE. 45.— Wareham ( County).— Committed for trial at Quarter Sessions, 8th prox., charged with neglecting their 3 children— JOHN FREDERICK REISER, age 44, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fair, hair light brown, eyes blue, scar left temple; a coachman.— ANNIE MARIA KEISER, wife of above, age 44, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion sal- low, hair dark brown, eyes brown, cut scar side right eye, scar left forearm. Supposed previously convicted. Both natives of Ireland. State they came to England about 3 years ago, and have re- sided at Benfleet ( Essex), Titchfield, Havant, Hay- ling Island, Cosham ( Hants), aud in London. Information to Supt. Carter, Wareham. ESSEX. 46. — Southminster ( County). — Com- mitted for trial, 8th prox., for obtaining by false pretences, a pony, cart, harness, etc. ( recovered)— WILLIAM LUDGATE, age 37, height 5 ft. 3J, in., complexion fresh, hair ( inclined to curl) dark brown, clean shaved, eyes hazel, wart under right eye, small mole front of neck, scar left kneecap; wearing dark clothes. Supposed previously con- victed. Information to Supt. Gibbons, Southminster. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 47.— C Division.— An emerald and diamond pendant, set large square cabochon emerald, oval top, weight about 14 cts., and a large drop- shape diamond, weight about 16 cts., attached to emerald by a small gold link, set diamonds ill gold claw setting. 48.— Y Division. — 22nd inst., by house- breaking, a lady's gold watch, gold face, chased back; 1 do. small gold Albert, ball at end; 1 silver teapot; 1 do. cream jug; 1 do. sugar basin, " J. C." in monogram on each, engraved ivy leaves; 1 plated teapot; 6 table knives; 6 do. forks; 6 small knives; 6 do. forks, all stamped " Mappin & Webb," knives stamped " Trustworthy "; 2 very small pepper- boxes, dredger pattern; a number of plated knives, forks, and spoons, " E. A. C." thereon. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. DERBYSHIRE. W— Eckington ( County).— 23rd inst., at Beighton, a rip saw; 1 hand do.; 1 tenon do.; 4 wood chisels, various sizes; 1 gouge; 1 smoothing plane; 1 jack do., boxwood handle; 1 screw- driver, 15 in. long, " C. Crookes" stamped on handle; 3 American brace bits, £ in. to § in.; 1 bevel; 1 pair pincers; 1 hammer; 3 gimlets; 2 prickers; 1 saw set, and an old bass. Information to Supt. Andrews, Eckington, near Sheffield. HAMPSHIRE. 50.— Southampton ( Borough).—, 21st inst., by burglary, 3 9 ct. gold Alberts; 1 lady's 18 ct. gold watch; 6 silver Alberts; 6 silver Geneva watches; 1 silver keyless watch; 1 lady's do.; 40 lady's gem rings ( 9 ct. and 15 ct.); 40 silver rings; 10 18 ct. gold keeper rings ( all marked with one of the following letters, " WORKMANSHIP "). Information to the Chief Constable, South- ampton. HER TFORDSHIRE. 51— Hertford ( C'/ unty). — 23rd infrt., by housebreaking, a silver watch, chased back; 1 thin gold band bracelet, small heart and gold locket at- tached; 1 gold ring, set ruby and 2 diamonds; 1 do., set turquoise and pearls, shape of Maltese cross; 1 do., set 3 turquoise; 1 gold brooch, rather large; and about £ 2 4s.— Suspicion is attached to A MAN, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., stout build; dress, drab colour jacket, light trousers, coloured necker- chief, cap. Appearance of a labourer. Information to Supt. Foster, Hertford. KENT. 52.— Rochester ( City). — 16th inst., by housebreaking, a gold hunter watch, No. 59086, maker " Robert Roskell, Liverpool"; 1 lady's gold Geneva watch, maker " Law Bros., Clapham," No. supposed 12466; 1 silver watch, No. 6565, maker " Jones, Strand "; 1 gold semi- curb Albert, 3 scroll links in centre; 1 lady's long gold chain, foreign make; 30 old silver coins; 1 set gold studs and links, chased ivy leaves; 1 American dollar brooch ; 1 pair gold earrings, pointed, drop pattern, twisted wire; 1 pair gold earrings with diamond in centre; 1 gold locket, chased, monogram " FCT" and " M. S. S." Information to Chief Constable Arnold, Guild- hall, Rochester. rings, No. 27 set with 3 pearls and 3 pink corals, No. 286 set with 1 diamond; 7 15 ct. gold rings, set diamonds, rubies, & c., Nos. 15, 17, 28, 146, 282, 290, 461; 1 14 ct. gold ring, set 10 pearls and 2 opals, No. 309; 55 9 ct. gold rings, set with various stones, Nos. 98, 100, 101, 103, 107, 108, 113, 116, 124, 134, 136, 138, 144, 156, 167, 171, 173, 176, 178, 180, 181, 184, 185, 192, 195, 196, 232, 235, 241, 261, 278, 282, 299, 308, 344, 354, 368, 369, 375, 388, 389, 405, 417, 419, 420, 421, 426, 428, 429, 430, 433, 434, 447, 449, 459; 18 9 ct. gold shield and heart rings; 1 pin, enamelled George III. sixpence; 1 do., imitation pearl with gold stem; 36 silver Alberts; 3 ladies' do.; 2 silver knife and button hook combinations; 10 silver gilt paste brooches; 7 rolled gold bracelets; 2 blue enamelled glove button hooks; several gold fronted studs and links; all the above are marked ( in addi- tion to the stock numbers) with one or more of the following letters: " h, n, a, i, r, e, C, m, 1, b."— Sus- picion is attached to TWO MEN, 1st, age 50 to 60, height about 5 ft. 6 in., stout build, complexion fresh, full round face, hair ( thin on top) and mous- tache ( clipped short, turning grey) dark; dress, dark overcoat and trousers, brown plaid jacket, red tie, black hard hat, lace boots, carried an um- brella with bent wood handle. 2nd, age 30 to 35, height about 5 ft. 4 in., complexion pale, hair dark, clean shaved, small eyes ( deep set) dark; dress, dark overcoat, black coat and vest, dark striped trousers, black hard hat, blue tie, lace boots; ap- pearance of a groom. Information to Chief Constable Winch, Guild- hall, Norwich. LANCASHIRE. 53— Salford ( Borough).— Between 9th and 15th inst., 2 18 ct. gold safety pin brooches, set large pearl in centre, diamonds all round; 1 do., small gold antique, bust of man in centre, set diamonds all round; 1 pair small gold earrings, small diamond set in each; 1 gold ring, set ruby in centre, double query pattern, with diamonds set in each query. Information to Chief Constable Hallam, Town Hall, Salford. NORFOLK. 54.— Norwich ( City). — Between 14th and 15th inst., by shopbreaking, 5 silver Geneva watches, Nos. 68421 ( 51), 24632 ( 76), 1961916 ( 703), 1961917 ( 704), 10037 ( 859); 3 do. keyless Genevas do., Nos. 810132 ( 82), 8068 ( 101), ( 949229 ( 1007) Arabic figures); 4 do. Genevas, 2001008 ( 806), 103928 ( 830), " Read, Norwich," on dome, 2243672 ( 1026), 2243670 ( 1027), " Read, Norwich," on dial; 1 do. lever, 17671 ( 239); 1 do. Swiss lever, 97356 ( 564); 1 do. Geneva lever, 1584260 ( 920); 5 do. Waltham levers, 8762439 ( 967), 9363161 ( 1052), 10246681 ( 1180), ( 8929222 ( 1096) keyless), 8088665 ( 1150); 1 do. English lever, capped 520092 ( 1181); 1 do. English keyless full plate, single bottom, " Read, Norwich," on movement, 71169 ( 818); 1 do. English lever, " Read, Nor- wich," on movement, 31821 ( 1099); 1 do., " Read, Norwich," on dial, 120353 ( 1105); 2 silver keyless | English levers, " Read, Norwich," on dial and plate, 516485 ( 1108), 516483 ( 1109); 5 ladies' sil- ver Genevas, 37193 ( 240), 61431065 ( 614), 41765 ( 721), 584405 ( 828), ( 17295 ( 62) keyless); 2 do. Geneva Bissine watches, 60828 ( 1074), 60133 ( 1075); 1 do. black keyless Geneva ( 1112); 1 do. silver Geneva, " Read, Norwich," on dial, 66404 ( 59); 1 do., " Read, Norwich," on dial and dome, 157953 ( 344); 1 do., silver dial, " Read, Nor- wich," on dome, 219307 ( 862); 2 gold expanding bracelet watches, 17592 ( 1162), 17592 ( 1163); 1 gilt do. ( 1073); the numbers in brackets are stock numbers scratched inside cases; 16 9 ct. gold Al- berts ( various patterns); 10 ladies' do. ( various patterns); 11 do. 9 ct. gold long guards ( various patterns); 8 do. 9 ct. gold necklets ( various pat- terns) ; 18 9 ct. gold bracelets ( various patterns), with one of the following Nos. scratched inside: " 2, 3, 4, 7, 14, 20, 32, 38, 42, 43, 45, 49, 51, 54, 57, 59, 61, 65 "; 2 9 ct. gold bangles, Nos. 17, 18; 45 15 ct. gold pins ( various patterns), Nos. 7, 8, 10, 17, 18, 19, 22, 26, 28, 34, 39, 40, 46, 59, 63, 67, 93, 94, 95, 96, 100, 117, 118, 120, 126, 127, 128, 133, 137, 138, 139, 140, 142, 143, 144, 145, 146, 147, 148, 153, 154, 155, 159, 160, 166; 34 9 ct. do. ( various patterns), Nos. 1, 2, 3, 21, 29, 45, 50, 61, 66, 73, 82, 83, 84, 91, 103, 107, 108, 109, 125, 130, 134, 136, 149, 150, 151, 156, 157, lo8, 162, 164, 165; 17 15 ct. gold brooches ( various pat- terns), Nos. 5, 7, 18, 45, 47, 55, 70, 90, 247, 292, 305, 317, 334, 364, 365, 403, 409- 107 9 ct. gold fancy brooches ( various patterns), Nos. 14, 16, 25, 27, 29, 31, 33, 35, 37, 39, 41, 53, 54, 59, 63, 81, 85, 86, 88, 97, 98, 104, 112, 115, 116, 120, 121, 124, 126, 130, 131, 133, 135, 138, 143, 147, 149, 150, 156, 158, 167, 168, 169, 172, 173, 174, 175, 177, 179, 181, 182, 184, 190, 192, 195, 198, 199, 200, 201, 202, 207, 208, 211, 220, 224, 227, 230, 232, 234, 241, 249, 254, 255, 257, 260, 271, 272, 275, 281, 283, 284, 294, 296, 298, 301, 305, 308, 309, 327, 330, 331, 338, 340, 342, 344, 346, 348, 358, 360, 368, 370, 392, 397, 400, 401, 408, 412; 3 15 ct. gold charms ( 1 bean, 1 heart, 1 whistle), Nos. 40, 67, 75; 30 9 ct. gold seals, charms, and lockets, Nos. 4, 18, 19, 21, 22, 23, 25, 26, 29, 30, 31, 43, 44, 47, 48, 49, 54, 55, 63, 64, 71, 76, 77, 83, 85, 86, 91, 92, 100, 101; 2 sets 15 ct. gold studs, Nos. 12, 45; 19 9 ct. gold studs and links, Nos. 14, 22, 31, 36, 38, 40, 43, 49, 50, 59, 63, 64, 65, 67, 68, 71, 76, 78, 81; 2 18 ct. gold STAFFORDSHIRE. £ 5 REWARD. 55.— West Bromwich ( County).— 15th inst., by housebreaking, a green Russia leather purse, large, containing 50s.; 1 crocodile purse, gilt fittings, containing 15s.; 1 diamond bracelet, plain gold band imitation buckle, nearly new; 1 lady's silver watch, back of outer case broken, monogram " M. B." thereon; 1 black watch, with months, days of week and dates indicated on dial; a child's black watch; 1 gold curb chain bangle; 1 gold Albert chain, curb pattern, solid silver match- box at- tached ; 1 gold seal, top part broken off, green stone; 1 gold brooch, brilliants set in silver, 1 stone and pin missing; 1 gold brooch without pin; 1 pair gold links; 1 gold pen and pencil, stone set in top. The above reward will be paid by Mrs. Minnie Martha Barber, Beeches Road, West Bromwich, 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. Information to Chief Supt. Whitehurst, West Bromwich. SUFFOLK ( East). 56.— Lowestoft ( County). — 21st inst., a bicycle, nearly new, 24 in. frame, black enamelled, bright rims, front rim brake, rat- trap pedals, dropped handle bars, Velox tyres, two bells, usual parts plated, transfer on head " Lion Cycle Co." Information to Supt. Shipp, Lowestoft. SUSSEX ( East). 57.— Brighton ( Borough).— 18th inst., by housebreaking, a lady's gold half hunter watch, white dial, picked out blue and gold; 1 9 ct. gold fine curb pattern watch guard; 1 gold curb pat- tern bracelet, padlock fastening, and safety chain attached; 1 gold safety pin brooch, shape of a primrose; 1 gold and blue enamel locket, hinge broken; 1 gold fine pattern curb bracelet, padlock fastening, supposed 9 ct.; 1 gold bangle, horse shoe in front, set turquoise; 1 do. brooch, shape of hunting crop, set turquoise; 1 fine gold neck chain, heart shape locket attached, set 3 or 4 pearls; 1 oxidised waist belt, made of coins, female heads thereon; 1 Abyssinian gold expanding bracelet; 1 lady's large silver watch; 1 lady's silver watch, supposed No. 12377, keyless, in brown leather wristlet. 21st inst., by shopbreaking, 3 pairs curled arms, gold spectacle frames; 2 pairs do., with glasses; 1 pair of straight frames; 2 do., folder ( 1 9 ct., other 14 ct.); 4 pairs 9 ct. gold clip frames ( all new); 4 pairs rolled gold curled arms, spectacle frames; 5 pairs straight do.; 2 pairs clip do.; 1 pair folder do.; 4 pairs new opera glasses ( 1 with aluminium mounts, black leather cover; 1 nickel, dent in eye- piece ; 2 black); a " Wander " bicycle, diamond frame, 28 in. wheels, plated spokes and rims, Crab brake front, Bowden brake back wheel, no mudguards, rat- trap pedals, with toe clips, handle bar slightly bent, No. 10- 97, transfer, " The Wander, Edwin Pelling, Regent Street." Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Brighton. FRIDAY, M A H O H 13, 1903. T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. 3 PROPERTY STOLEN ( continued)— YORKSHIRE ( East Riding). 58.— Hull ( City).— Between 19th and 20th inst., 9 gold English lever watches, Nos. 476031, 52543, 32726, 494755, 504943, 52909, 119715, 143596, gold filled No. 142959; 2 ladies' do., Nos. 297104, 38400; 16 gold Swiss watches, Nos. 33034, 219862, 71272, 67159, 51486, 222606, 128992, 72047, 63206, 722122, 68724, 5028, 7692, 55132, 338, 311; 23 ladies' do., Nos., 159550, 30842, 139672, 102874, 5768, 18807, 139671, 129909, 139674, 222317, 35730, 125337, 201186, 26994, 100955, 170099, 110008, 16742, 32858, 158917, 132157, 128631, 104833; 30 gold Alberts, various patterns; 12 or 14 long gold guards, various patterns; 128 rings, various patterns; 130 keeper do., various patterns. All have private marks thereon. Information to Capt. Gurney, Chief Constable, Hull. PROPERTY FOUND IN POSSESSION OF PRISONERS. between nostrils, white, saddle marked, dark rings hind quarters, sickle shape hind lege, long shaggy coat, hog mane, short tail, recently shod all round ( concave shoes behind).— By A MAN, age 20, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fair, clean shaved; dress, light grey overcoat, dark trousers, grey tweed cap, brown boots. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. 73— Warwickshire, Birmingham ( City).— MAUD MARLOW, Case No. 13, 20th ult., at Aston. 74— Warwickshire, Birmingham ( City).— Supervisee ALFRED ATTWOOD, Office No. 279- 01, Case No. 63, 18th July last, at Man- chester, and sentenced, 24th December last, to 3 months hard labour for frequenting, as THOMAS SHAW. PERSONS or BODIES FOUND. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 59.— Criminal Investigation De- partmentm— Found in possession of JAMES BULLOCK, Office No. 798- 02, ( supposed stolen), a blue overcoat, lined common fur, sable collar and cuffs; 1 marmot fur cape, lined brown satin, 2 pockets inside, valuable; 5 watches ( 3 silver: 1 demi- hunter, " 269575 " on works, " Cylindae " on inner case; 1 hunter, " 57910 " on works; 1 " D. W. R." engraved on outer case, No. 32543; 1 rolled gold keyless hunter, No. 5/ 3958, " Niagara " on dial and works; 1 gold filled, No. 2212, gold dial); 1 new leather flask, nickel mounts; 6 new plated fish knives, ivory handles; 6 do. forks; 8 Nevada silver dinner forks; 8 new white metal thimbles; 1 pair old silver earrings, drop pattern, set opals and old paste diamonds, in black leather case; 1 lady's gold lace satchel, worked steel trim- mings; 2 silver- plated dessert knives, " Wilcox silver- plated, 12" thereon; 24 new plated tea- spoons; 1 gold pin, set ruby surrounded by 9 pearls; 1 gold- plated chain purse, 2 charms attached; 1 yellow metal locket, set heart- shape stone, surmounted by a lion; 1 do. seal, set amber stone; 1 gold and silver brooch, " M. A. E. A." thereon; 1 gold opera glass charm; 1 metal brooch, set cluster of turquoise; 1 meerschaum pipe, amber and silver mounts; 1 ruby glass scent bottle, silver mounts; 1 glass powder- box, silver mounted; 1 silver figure of a man blowing a horn, 4 in. high; 1 metal cream ewer, shape of a fish; 4 flannel shirts, new, various colours; 1 white shirt, " Jarvis " thereon; 1 grey knicker suit, " Army and Navy C. L. S." on buttons; 1 pair new black corsets, " W. R." and " 30" thereon; 3 new sponge bags; 1 skin wallet; 3 new silk pyjama suits ( 1 pink, 2 blue, fancy pattern, trimmed white cord) ; S pairs ladies' kid gloves, new ( 3 black, 3 amber, 2 white); 2 new silk dressing gowns; 1 brown leather bridle; 1 new electro- plated teapot, chased and fluted; 3 silk umbrellas ( 1 with horn handle, silver mounted, 2 ladies', 1 silver- mounted, 1 gold do.); 1 black leather trunk; 1 new brass meat jack, " The Cottage lack " thereon; 1 lady's silk dressing jacket; a quantity of broken gold and silver jewellery and plate, including a silver claw, " N " thereon; a spoon or fork handle, crest a " boy in Scotch costume" thereon; and a butter- knife handle, " A. T." or " A. J." thereon. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 62.— A Division.— 10th inst., in Old Pye Street, Westminster— THOMAS PENNY, age 7 years, complexion fair, hair brown, eyes blue, scar right side of neck; dress, blue reefer coat with brass buttons, black jacket, grey knickers, coloured scarf, blue stockings, buckle shoes, check peak cap. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. CA MBR1DCESHIRE. 63.— Cambridge ( Borough).— Abandoned, 21st inst., at Cambridge Railway Station, A MALE CHILD, age 18 months to 2 years, well de- veloped, hair light, eyes dark blue; dress, white oatmeal- cloth overall, black frock, white flannel petticoat and shirt, white stays, white silk tie, blue stockingette cap, black socks, brown shoes— By A WOMAN, of middle age, height 5 ft. 6 in., wearing a white sailor hat, carried a white shawl. Had with her another child slightly older than the one abandoned. Is believed to have arrived at Cam bridge by train, and left in a similar manner. Information to Chief Constable Holland, Cambridge. APPREHENSIONS. DERBYSHIRE. 60. Chesterfield ( Borough).— Found in possession of A MAN, in custody, charged with having housebreaking implements in his possession by night— a silver English lever watch, " The Ex- press English Lever Watch. J. G. Graves, Sheffield," on dial, No. 397563, in an old brass watch case, " 2 " stamped on outside, old brass chain, seal, with stone, white one side, black other, attached. Information to Chief Constable Kilpatrick, Chesterfield. ANIMALS, & c., STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 61 — P Division.— 19th inst., a dark brown Welsh gelding cob, aged, 14 hands 3 in., thick set, large square head, star on forehead and fleshy spot 64. — City of London. — WHITAKER WRIGHT, Case No. 82, 13th inst, 65. — Essex, Wit ham ( County).— WILLIAM HENRY BALM, Case No. 19, 13th ult. 66.— Gloucestershire, Staple Hill ( County). — SAMUEL MASSEY and JAMES DOYAL, Case No. 16, 20th inst, 67.— Lancashire, Rochdale ( Borough) — BAMFORD STOTT, Case No. 30, 13th inst. 68. — Leicestershire, Leicester ( Borough).— PERCY CARLTON, Case No. 27, 20th inst, 69.— Lincolnshire, Louth ( Borough).— J. G. SAUNDERS, alias C. STEWARD, Case No. 29, 20th inst. 70 .— Staffordshire , B u rslem ( County).— OSCAR LOVAT, alios PLANT, Case No. 38, 20th inst., and committed for trial at next Stafford Quarter Sessions. 71.— Suffolk ( East), Lowestoft ( County).— FREDERICK WILLIAM HEATH, Case No. 43, 11th April, 1902. 72.— Warwickshire, Birmingham ( City).— GEORGE WATSON, Case No. 46, 20th inst., at Manchester. LATEST INFORMATION. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 75. — R Division. — For murder, and attempted murder, 21st inst., at Charlton — A MAN, age 27, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fair, hair ( cut short, worn on forehead) and slight moustache light, eyes supposed brown, round face, jovial manner, walks erect, supposed to have served in the Army or Volunteers, of whom he is fond of speaking; dress, dark jacket suit, collar and tie, black hard felt hat. From his conversation he appears to have a grievance against the Police. Appearance of an engineer's labourer. CITY OF LONDON. 76.— For stealing, 24th inst., £ 15 16s. 3d., and a cash box containing £ 13— R. GRIFFITHS, alias FRANK SYMONDS, age 20, height 5 ft. 1\ in., complexion pale, hair and eyes dark, abscess mark supposed on right lower jaw; dress, dark grey striped jacket suit, hard felt hat, lace boots with rubber heels. Supposed wanted elsewhere. May be found in company of betting men. Information to Supt. McWilliam, 26 Old Jewry, E. C. LANCASHIRE. 77. — Liverpool ( City). — For failure to report— Supervisee RICHARD NICHOLSON, alias RICHARD HOLMES, HARRY SMITH, and JOHN COURTNEY, Office No. 1046- 00, age 55, height 5 ft. 5| in., complexion fresh, hair dark ( turning grey), eyes grey, scar back left thumb, 4th right finger bent and tip missing, flowers left and anchor right forearm; walks lame. Sentenced at West Riding Sessions, Bradford, 29th June, 1896, to 5 years penal servitude and 5 years super- vision. B. J. P. W. 421. Has also been convicted at Knaresboro', Wakefield, Leeds, Nottingham, Preston, Beverley, and Carnarvon. — Licence- holder ROBERT MONK, alias WILLIAM MONK, Office No. 1614- 96, age 29, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes light hazel, scar each eyebrow, base left forefinger, and end of right thumb; nose pock- pitted; dimpled chin. Sentenced at Liverpool Assizes, 29th November, 1900, to 3 years penal servitude for assault with intent to rob. Licenced 27th ult. A 440. Has also been convicted at Bootle.— Licence- holder JOHN MEREDITH, alias JOHN GRAY, Office No. 359- 03, age 25, height 5 ft. 7| in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes blue, 2 scars front left thumb, 1 back 2nd left finger, 1 back right wrist, and 3 back 1st right finger, dot between right thumb and finger. Sen- tenced at Liverpool Assizes, 27th November, 1900, to 3 years penal servitude for forgery and fraud. Licenced 10th inst. A 438. Has also been con- victed at Glasgow and Edinburgh. Information to the Head Constable, Detective Department, Liverpool. PERSON IN CUSTODY. ESSEX. 7S.— Saffron Walden ( County).— lle- manded, charged with forging and uttering a cheque for £ 28 15s.— SAMUEL HERBERT DOUGAL, age 55, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fresh, hair, whiskers and moustache ( turning grey) dark brown, eyes grey, mole over nose, scar over left eyebrow, fleshy moles between shoulder 9. T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. TUESDAY, MARCH 134, 1903. PERSONS IN CUSTODY ( continued)— blades. He served 21 years in the Royal Engineers, mostly in Ireland. Well known at Cudham, Kent, Hassocks, Sussex, Ware, Herts, and in Dublin. Sentenced at Central Criminal Court in January, 1896, to 12 months imprisonment for forgery. Found in his possession an 18 ct. massive double open curb Albert with 15 ct. gold Freemason's charm attached; 1 18 ct. gold English lever key less watch, centre seconds, No. 40096; 1 silver English lever watch, No. 12484, makers Kendal and Dent, " A. J. W." in monogram on back; lj silver keyless Waltham watch. No. 1479052, " S. H. D." in monogram on back; 1 lady's 9 ct. gold guard; 1 lady's 18 ct. gold English lever, watch, No. 65587, maker R. Roskell, Liverpool; 1 lady's 10 ct. gold Waltham keyless demi- hunter watch, No. 4122208; 6 unset stones, viz., 5 moon- stones and 1 amethyst; 1 18 ct. horseshoe pin, set 8 diamonds and 9 pearls; 1 do. double- headed suake ring; 1 lady's gold ring, set pearl; 1 do. set in coronet fashion with 9 small and 1 large pearl; 1 lady's gold charm ring, clasped hands; 1 lady's gold ring, set large amethyst, claw setting; 1 lady's gold brooch, set 20 pearls, photograph in centre, hair in box at back, gold safety chain attached : 1 gold brooch, originally set 8 amethysts around edge, 1 large amethyst in centre, 1 small stone missing; 1 gold oval portrait brooch; 1 lady's 18 ct. gold keeper ring; 1 15 ct. do., " ASTORE " thereon; 1 22 ct. gold ring, set diamond, claw setting; 1 plain gold oval locket; 1 lady's 18 ct. gold Geneva wa^ ch, No. 81768; 1 bird's claw, mounted as brooch, in silver, set amethyst; 1 round gold brooch with carbuncle in centre, small pearl set therein; 1 small oblong silver vinaigrette; 1 oval granite do., mounted in silver; 2 foreign beetles, mounted in silver as earrings; 1 silver Oriental earring; 1 gold earring, turquoise in centre; 1 pair amethysts, mounted in silver as ear- rings ; 5 silver bangles; 1 wedding ring, thin; 1 silver bookmark, shape of trowel, with onyx handle; 1 lady's silver Albert, Prince of Wales pattern, made with 3 balls therein; 1 silver gilt strap bracelet, with oblong bloodstone set near buckle. Information to Supt. Daniels, Saffron Walden. ANIMALS, & c., STOLEN. WARWICKSHIRE. 79.— Aston Manor ( County).— 6th inst., at Bromford, a dark brown cart horse, aged, 16 hands, face and hind fetlocks white, body clipped, in fair condition. 19th inst., at Witton, a chestnut horse, aged, 15 hands 2 in., rough mane, rat tail, no shoes on hind feet. In good condition. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Hannah, Aston Manor. PERSONS or BODIES FOUND WARWICKSHIRE. 80.— Aston Manor ( County).— 24th inst., in the Canal at Witton, the body of A MAN, age about 48, length about 6 ft., hair dark brown, moustache sandy; dress, black suit, black over- coat, blue and white stripe shirt, blue check bow tie, grey socks, lace boots. Found in pockets a silver watch, No. 5799, and metal chain. Body in water 10 to 14 days. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Hannah, Aston Manor. APPREHENSIONS. 81.— Metropolitan Police District, Cr* Division. —& T. FREEMANTLE and WOMAN, Case No. 85, 20th inst. 82.— Metropolitan Police District, T Division » — GEORGE HENRY WILSON, Office No. 1488- 99, Case No. 7, 6th inst., at Lynd- hurst, Hants, and sentenced, 24th inst., to 2 months hard labour for defrauding a railway company. List of Licence Holders, Supervisees, Expirees, etc., who have been re- apprehended, for the week ending March 21st, 1903, with the results, etc. Office No. NAME. Fresh Oflence with which charged. Re- convicted in Name of Result. Date and Place. Name and Division of Officer. 437— 02 3574— 02 1582— 01 3252— 02 38311 3468— 98 2369— 01 563— 99 121— 03 178— 03 1304— 01 3214— 01 3501— 02 3578— 02 3147— 98 332— 98 781— 02 3695— 99 2012- 02 2155— 01 1907— 02 1889— 02 3358— 02 2389— 01 1763— 02 1964— 98 1564— 02 BATES, ANNIE BELL, FRANK BROWN, GEORGE CAMPBELL, GEORGE CHUTER, EDWARD CLARK, JOHN CROWTHER, ALBERT DAY, SAMUEL FERGUSON, GEORGE GLANF1ELD, GEORGE GOODE, FRANK GURNEY. VICTOR HARRISON, JAMES HATCH. STANLEY GEORGE HEAD, JAMES HEAD, RICHARD JURY, WILLIAM HENRY KEMP, GEORGE KENNETH, JOHN MARSDEN, THOMAS McAMAA, JESSIE NEEDHAM. FREDK. OSBORNE, JOSEPH PERRY, FREDERICK PIPER, GEORGE SCALES, JACK SMITH, ALFRED ( HARLES 2141— 02 SMITH, C HARLES 1160- 02 SMITH, JOHN 1108— 01 SPEIGHT, THOMAS WILLIAM 2278— 02 3361— 02 SWIFT, MARTIN WALSH. THOMAS 3583— 02 WESTFIELD, ERNEST 1928— 98 WILLIAMS, ALEX- ANDER WILLIAMS, GEORGE 49054 3389— 98 YOUNG, THOMAS Drunkenness Burglary Burglary Shopbreaking Forging and uttrng Postal Orders Shopbreaking and receiving Larceny ( per.) Failure to report Attd. burglary Larceny P. of C. Act Refrctry conduct ( Workhouse) Larceny ( per.) Larceny ( lodg- ings) 3 charges Drunk, & c. Drunk, & c. Larceny ( per.) Shopbreaking and receiving P. of C. Act Larceny Larceny Larceny ( van) P. of C. Act Larceny ( per.) Larceny ( van) Larceny ( per.) Incitement to steal & receiv- ing s. p. Larceny ( out- side shop) Unlawful poss. Drunk dis. & using obscene language Laiceny ( lodg- ings) Larceny & re- ceiving ( two cases) P. of C. Act Shopbreaking Sc receiving Receiving 9. p. Larceny ( van) Same Name FRANK WILLIAMS GEORGE HORNBY Same Name Same Name Same Name Same Name Same Name GEORGE MCDONALD Same Name Same Name VICTOR JOHN GURNEY Same Name Same Name Same Name Same Name Same Name Same Name JOHN HORAM THOMAS LEE JESSIE ELLIOTTSON FREDERICK BURNS Same Name Same Name Same Name JOHN SCALES Same Name BERT DUNFORDl] Sarte Name THOMAS SPEIGHT EDWIN SIDNEY HOISSON Same Name EDWARD WESTFIELD Same Name EDWARD ROSS HENRY JONES Detention in home for 3 years 12 months h. l. 21 months h. l. 3 years p. s. 4 years p. s. 21 months h. l. 5 years p. s. 6 months h. l. 3 months h. l. 3 yrs p. s. and 2 yrs supn. 3 months h. l. 14 days h. l. 18 months h. l. 13 months h. l. 15s. A: 2s. 6d. costs or 14 days h. l. 30s.& 2s. 6d. costs or 21 days h. l. 21 months h. l. 7 years p. s. 12 months h. l. 21 days h. l. 1 month h. l. 15 months h. l. 6 months h. l. 17 months h. l. 21 months h. l. 18 months h. l. 4 yrs p. s. and 3 yrs supn. 1 month h. l. 21 days h. l. Fined 5s. k Is. costs 3 years p. s. 3J yrs p. s. and 2 yrs supn. 12 months h. l. 15 months h. l. 3 yrs p. s. and 2 yrs supn. 12 months h. l. 16th Mar., Bow St. P. Ct. 17th Mar., N. L. Sess. 17th Mar., N. L. Sess. 19th Mar., N. L. Sess. 10th Mar., C. C. Ct. 19th Mar., N. L. Sess. 18th Mar., N. L. Sess. 16th Mar., W. L. P. Ct. 17th Mar., W. L. P. Ct. 18th Mar., N. L. Sess. 17th Mar., W. L. P. Ct. 13th Mar., Barnet Occa- sional Ct. 17th Mar., N. L. Sess. 21st Mar., Marylebonc P. Ct. 16th Mar., Bromley P. Sess. 16th Mar., Bromley P. Sess. 17th Mar., N. L. Sess. 19th Mar., N. L. Sess. 21st Mar., Marlborough St. P. Ct. 16th Mar., Lambeth P. Ct. 18th Mar., Thames P. Ct. 12th Mar., S. L. Sess. 20th Mar., W. Ham P. Ct. 19th Mar., N. L. Sess. 21st Oct.. 1902, N. L. Sess. 19th Mar., N. L. Sess. 18th Mar., N. L. Sess. 18th Mar., Lambeth P. Ct. 19th Feb., W. L. P. Ct. 19th Mar., Tottenham P. Sess. 17th Mar., N. L. Sess. 18th Mar., N. L. Sess. 21ft Mar.. Marlborough St. P. Ct. 19th Mar., N. L. Sess. 18th Mar., N. L. Sess. 17th Mar., N. L. Sess. Known to P. C. Stovell. 5FR ; also to P. C. Cresswell, C. I. D., F. Known to P. C. Hillman, 53KR; also to P. S. Gittens, C. I. D., A. Known to P. C. Bowden, C. I. D., C ; also to P. S. Tomblin, C. I. D., C. Known to P. C. Mullins, C. I. D., T; also to P. C. Ford, 409X. Known to P. S. Clarke, C. I. D., C ; also to Local Insp, Drew, C. Known to P. C. Maidment, 152C ; also to P. S. Tomblin, C. I. D., C. Known to Insp, Knell, C. I. D., L ; also to P. S. Palfrey, C. I. D., C. O. Known to P. C. Cole, 346F ; alsa to Insp. Knell, C. I. D., L. Known to P. C. Vauner, C. I. D., B ; also to P. S. Morgan, C. I. D., B. Known to P. C. Fox, 519X; also to P. S. Nursey, C. I. D., T. Known to P. C. Marshall, C. I. D.. K ; also to P. S. Burdon, C. I. D., K. Known te P. C. Talbot, 147Y ; also to P. S. Ballard, C. I. D., S. Known to P. C. Aslett, 383P ; also to P. S. Bunting, C. I. D., P. Known to P. S. Norman, 68P ; also to P. S. Bunting, C. I. D., P. Known to P. C. Gale. C. I. D., K ; also to P. S. Walters, C. I. D., K. Known to P. C. Sharp. C. I. D., C ; also to Local Insp. Drew, C. Know n to P. C. Carmody, 1 "> 8C ; also to P. C. Bowden, C. I. D., C. Known to P. C. Millington, 293L. Known to P. S. Brown. C. I. D., K ; also to Insp. Aylctt, C. I. D., K. Known to P. C. Keys, C. I. D., L ; also to Insp. McCarthy C. I. D., F. Known to P. C. Mitchell, 342K ; also to P. C. Marshall, C. I. D., K. Known to P. C. Kenward, C. I. D., G ; also to P. S. Hodson, C. I. D., G. Known to P. C'. Minns, 129E. Known to P. C. Kenward, C. I. D., G ; also to P. S. Pride, C. I. D., G. Known to P. S. Gregorv, C. I. D., S ; also to P. C. Goodclnld, C. I. D., F. Known to P. C. Whitmore, 120L; also to P. S. Beard, C. I. D., L. Known to P. C. Nickels, 479X; also to P. C. Pittaway, C. I. D.. X. Known to P. C. Bray brooks. 260N ; also to Chief Insp. Hare, C. I. D., C. O. Kncwn to P. C. Butters, C. I. D., Y ; also to P. S. Jennings, C'. I. D., Y. Known to P. S. Pride, C. I. D., G ; also to Local Insp. kyd, C. I. D., G. Known to P. C. Smith, 157C ; also to P. C. Bowden, C. I. D., C. Known to I'. C. Burton, C. I. D., C ; also to Local Insp, Drew, C. I. D., C. Known to P. S. Seymour, C. I. D., S; also to P. S. Gregory, C. I. D., S. Known to P. C. Lane, 72 F ; also to P. C. Ward, 256F. LONDON : FRISTED TOR His MAJESTY'S STATIOSKRT OFFICE BT J. 1. KELIHER 4 Co., LIMITED, 99, VICTORIA STREET, S. W. j 33, KING WILLIAM STREET, B. C.; AND MARSHALSEA WORM, S. E. 55937