PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, JANUARY 6, 1905. VOL. XXII., No. 2194. H. UG- TO'^ 1. All communications for insertion in the POLICE GAZETTE, and all communi- cations relating to them, should be addressed to THE EDITOR OF THE POLICE GAZETTE, NEW SCOTLAND YARD, LONDON, S. W. 2. Particulars concerning persons whose apprehension is sought will be inserted in one issue of the POLICE GAZETTE, if they are sufficient to enable action to be taken upon them by another force. _ ... 3. Particulars as to stolen property will be likewise inserted in one issue, if sufficient to enable the article in question to be thereby identified. 4. In all cases where a reward is offered, the name and address of some 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 0/ 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 engraver's 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. 3! O XST , 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 announce- ment u ill 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 / orm, 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. DOUBTFUL TRADERS. THE FOLLOWING List of Doubtful Traders is inserted for the information of Police. Com- plaints are frequently received, but no action can be taken against the offenders unless process is first obtained by persons defrauded: — BUTLER, DENIS, " Rosel," Parson's Mead, Croydon.— Deals in cutlery, plate, etc.; adver- tises same, and obtains high prices for goods of inferior quality.— POLICE GAZETTE, 23rd Feb- ruary, 1900. ( No. 69080.) CLEMENTS, L., alias ASTORIA.— A dealer in dogs. Now residing at 73 Hamlet Gaxdens Mansions, Ravenscourt Park, W.; obtains dogs from the Provinces by writing from that address. — POLICE GAZETTE, 12th September, 1902. ( No. 113155.) COOPER, W., 753 Old Kent Road— A dealer in bicycles. He seems to do a genuine business; but his methods are unsatisfactory. — POLICE GAZETTE, 8th December, 1899. ( No. 111967.) DAVIS & CO., alias ALLEN & Co., 9 Peck- ham Park Road, and ALFRED & CO., 26 Denmark Hill, S. E., pawnbrokers and jewel- lers. — They advertise unredeemed pledges at very low prices; but the articles usually turn out to be of inferior quality.— POLICE GAZETTE, 7th November, 1902. ( No. 156466.) DAY, ERNEST, 439 Old Kent Road.— Deals in waste paper, etc. Writes well- to- do people, stating that he has a very old but well- preserved print of one of their ancestors or near family connections, which he offers usually for about £ 2. Generally adds that the print has been in his family for some time, and that he would not part with it except that adverse circum- stances compel him. — POLICE GAZETTE, 22nd November, 1901. ( No. 56664.) DOREY, LESTER, & CO., Kilburn.— This firm distributes circulars describing jewellery, etc., for sale at exceptionally low prices, enclose a coupon to be returned with purchase' money; the articles supplied are found to be of little or no valu^ In some instances the property is never received— POLICE GAZETTE, 8th July, 1892. ( No. 62292.) EDOUARD M. CIL, CHEVILOTTE, E. CH. HENRI CHARTON, etc.— Writes from France to hotel- keepers that he has deposited a sum of money at a London bank to cover cost of board, etc.; a letter usually follows from a supposed carrying agent, asking the hotel proprietor to remit money to cover cost of conveying luggage. — POLICE GAZETTE, 15th May, 1903. " ( No. 167306.) GOLD BRICK SWINDLE.— Swindlers write from America to relations of lately deceased persons, stating that the deceased had assisted writer to start in business ( generally gold pros- pecting) that the business has prospered, and he is desirous of handing a share of the profits to his benefactor or family. Correspondence ensues, and finally an advance of money is re- quested upon the security of a bar of gold. The " bar of gold " is really brass.— POLICE GAZETTE, 7th March, 1902. ( No. 133001.) GOODE, ERNEST, 184 Oxford Street, London. Dishonest advertising. People are duped into believing that they are receiving as gifts the articles he sells at a good profit.— POLICE GAZETTE, 10th December, 1897. ( No. 105105.) HAMBURG LOTTERIES. — These and other foreign lotteries are illegal, and the Police will give no assistance or advice to persons who meddle with them. — POLICE GAZETTE, 25th November, 1898. ( No. 59446.) JOHN HAMMOND & CO., 94 St. Mary's Road, Leyton.— Advertise as live stock and poultry breeders. Many complaints received owing to neglect to execute orders. They advertise canaries and other song birds at a very cheap rate. ( No. 170101.) J. A. HARDY & CO., Chancery Lane, E. C.— A bogus debt collecting agency. The proprietor very seldom attends the office; clients entrust- ing debts for collection are told, when they press for settlement, that the amounts collected have been more than used in the cost of collection. ( No. 182638.) HENRICKSEN, HENRI, alias HENDERSON. — Bogus servants' agency. Obtains, fees from employers, but fails to supply the servants in many cases.— POLICE GAZETTE, 25th October, 1901. ( No. 118457.) HIPPOLYTE, alias LE BLUFF.— POLICE GAZETTE, 20th December, 1901. — Now uses name of MORDAUNT, and advertises from 25a Trafalgar Road, East Greenwich. ( No. 105029.) IMPERIAL SUPPLY STORES, 24 Crampton Street, Walworth. — Many complaints are le- ceived, but the firm generally discharges its obli- gations. It appears to be unbusiness- like and dilatory in its methods. ( No. 168831.) KEW TRADING ASSOCIATION, 16 Victoria Parade, Kew.— Many complaints reach Police because of the misleading nature of its advertise- ments. Nothing has been ascertained to justify Police action. ( No. 171830.) OLD AGE PENSIONS, 16 Great James Street, Bloomsbury, W. C.— Carried on by S. S. Sec- combe and H. B. Wingfield. The scheme is not worthy of confidence; but as certain persons receive relief regularly, the proceedings afford no ground for Police action.— POLICE GAZETTE, 5th January, 1900. ( No. 128730.) F. S. SCOTT & CO., 101 Great Dover Street, S. E. Firm consists of father and two sons. They are of no standing, and obtain goods but neglect to pay for them, the County Court. Frequently summoned in ( No. 150842.) SEYMOUR, Dr. HAMILTON, Anerley Road, S. E.— Issues a paper called " The Age " at in- definite intervals, and advertisers suspect fraud, where months elapse before the paper appears. -— POLICE GAZETTE, 28th December, 1900. ( No. 105697.) SMITH & CO., alias NORTH & CO., and THOMAS SMITH PA YNTER.— Advertises home employment. The nature of the work is to retail for 2s. a nickel pen and pencil case, which is supplied at Is. Id. The article is practically useless. — POLICE GAZETTE, 24th February, 1893. ( No. 77433.) SPANISH SWINDLE.— This fraud has many phases, the most common being a sum of money either buried in the ground or impounded somewhere on account of debt, which, on being released, is to be divided between the swindler or his " orphan daughter" and the dupe. — POLICE GAZETTE, 21st October, 1898. ( No. 12657.) D. STEVENS or DA VIES, The Laurels, West Drayton, Middlesex.— Dealer in birds, which he advertises for sale, but fails to supply for some time. Usually makes excuse that orders arrive faster than he can satisfy them. ( No. 170194.) STRAMONIUM CIGARETTES ; CEMENT AND MARKING INK FRAUD.— The swindlers call upon shopkeepers and induce ther- to become agents for the sale of Stramonium, Bronchial and other cigarettes, marking inks and cement. — POLICE GAZETTE, 2nd May, 1902. ( No. 85057.) SYMONDS TEA CO., Savoy House, Strand, and SYMONDS' LONDON STORES, 124- 128 City Road.— Insert cleverly worded advertisements to mislead readers; also advertise bicycles, re- presenting that large numbers are obtained from America, which enables them to be disposed of at a cheap rate.— POLICE GAZETTE, 22nd June, 1900. ( No. 147333.) TANQUEREY, A., Paris.— Free portrait swindle, Writes prominent persons— and others— asking them to send their photograph, and promising to make an enlargement free. Before sending the picture he demands a sum of either ( a) cost of a suitable frame, or ( 6) cost of packing case and for transit. In either case the sum asked is exorbitant, and more than covers the whole cost of production. Unless the money is sent, photograph is neither re- turned nor promise fulfilled. — POLICE GAZETTE, 21st September, 1900. ( No. 74139.) WATERFIELD, CLIFFORD, & CO., or THE NEW CENTURY PHONOGRAPH CO., 40 Hatton Garden, E. C.— Business is carried 011 at this address. The firm is somewhat dilatory in executing orders received. ( No. 156336.) 2 T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. TUESDAY, JANUARY LU, 1905. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRIC1 ].— C Division*— For obtaining, 23rd ult, £ 2 by a worthless cheque on London and West- minster Bank, Marylebone Branch— J. W. ROSS BATHE, alias CAPTAIN J. W. ROSS BATHE, age 35, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion pale, hair brown, drooping moustache light brown, of smart appearance, intemperate; wearing dark mixture overcoat, tight fitting waist, usually frock coat under, high silk or hard felt hat. Warrant issued. 2.— D Divisions— Hot fraudulently con- verting £ 10 to his own use— JAMES GALLA- GHER, age 25, height 6 ft., complexion fresh, hair ( short) light brown, eyes grey, scar right side of head, 3 brown spots left arm; dress, brown check knicker suit and cap. A native of Knocka- cullen, Mullagarve, Leitrim. Is a deserter from the Irish Guards. May be found at Edinburgh. Warrant issued. 3.— E Division.— For illegal pawning— JOSEPH McCREA POLLOCK, age 35, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion sallow, hair light, clean shaved, eyes blue; dress, navy blue suit, black hand felt hat. Warrant issued. 4.— E Division.— For malicious wound- ing, 27th ult.— SALVATORE VICTORE, alias VITTIA, age 18|, height about 5 ft. 2 in., com- plexion fresh, hair black; dress, black jacket suit and cap, white and green muffler, lace boots. A native of Naples. Warrant issued. 5.— L Division. — For obtaining £ 3 6s. by a worthless cheque on London and County Bank, Hammersmith Branch, 16th ult.— JAMES REED, age 56, height 5 ft. 9 in., stout build, complexion pale, hair, beard, moustache and eyes ( small) grey; dress, dark tweed jacket suit and overcoat, black hard felt hat. A public house manager; native of Yorkshire. Warrant issued. 6.— L Division.— For fraudulently con- verting £ 95 12s. 7d. to his own use, 24th ult.— GEORGE RODEN, age 38, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion sallow, hair and moustache light, eyes grey; dress, blue serge jacket suit, dark blue melton overcoat, black hard felt hat. A clerk. Warrant issued. 7.— T Divisiono— For cutting and wound- ing, 14th ult.— TED NEILSON, " alias E. H. BRIGHT, age 30, height 5 ft. 9£ in., complexion fresh, long thin face and nose, hair light, eyes ( peculiar) blue; wearing dark overcoat, brown Alpine hat, brown button boots. A native of Sweden. Warrant issued. 8.— Y Division.— For stealing, 27th ult , 2 £ 10 Bank of England notes; 1 £ 200 do., which has been exchanged for 20 £ 5 notes, dated 9th July, 1904, Nos. 95829 to 95848; and 10 £ 10 notes, dated 17th September, 1903, Nos. 77384 to 77393 — THOMAS ALEXANDER MAC- DONALD, alias MELVILLE, age 44, height 5 ft. 8J in., stout build, complexion dark, hair and eyes ( protruding and weak) brown, white spot left cheek; dress, dark grey striped suit, long grey overcoat, grey cap. Supposed a native of Glas- gow. He is a conjuror, also advertised himself as Dr. Macdonald, Anti- Microbe Ring Co., 95 Burn- side Street, Glasgow. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. CITY OF LONDON. 9.— For stealing about £ 1000 dnrine the past 6 months— ERNEST HAINS CRESWELL, age 45, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, full round face, hair brown, moustache light; dress, dark clothes, silk hat. A bank clerk, late of Gleneldon Road, Streatham, formerly resided at Ponders End. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Stark, 26 Old Jewry, E. C. BERKSHIRE. 10.— Newbury { County).— For obtaining 4 blouses by fraud— A WOMAN, who gave the name of D. JOHNSTONE, age about 60, short, hair bright brown ( may be dyed); wearing dark clothes, fur cloak. Had in her possession a basket portmanteau. She took lodgings at Hungerford, wrote to tradespeople at Newbury, ordered goods to be sent to an address at Hungerford, and on receipt of the articles absconded. Supposed to have committed similar offences elsewhere. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Robotham, Newbury. CHESHIRE. 11.— Crewe { County).— For obtaining £ 10 by confidence trick, 28th ult.— TWO MEN ( 1st, age about 33, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion dark, hair dark brown, thick moustache ( curled at ends) dark; dress, grey overcoat, dark suit, dark grey neckerchief, hard felt hat, lace boots. 2nd, age about 30, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion fresh, Roman nose, hair and moustache ( rather short) dark; dress, brown short overcoat, dark suit, grey cap, brown boots with square toes, and leggings.) Both spoke with Lancashire accent They booked to Preston, 28th ult. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Pearson, Crewe. IZ.— Masiiwsch ( County).— For obtaining £ 1 by false pretences, at Hankelow, 24th ult.— CHARLES RICHARDSON, age about 40, height about 5 ft. 7 in., hair dark brown, clean shaved, eyes ( supposed) brown, nose has been broken, abscess mark under left ear; dress, grey suit, ( vest double- breasted), dark muffler with red stripes, grey peak cap, light lace boots. He called on a blacksmith, to whom he gave a note purporting to have been sent by the coachman where he was em- ployed, asking for the loan of £ 1. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Sherwin, Nantwich. GLA MORGA NSHiRE. 13.— Cardiff ( Borough).— For failing to re- port— Licence- holder LOVEY LEE, alias ELLEN CHAMPION, ELLEN HANCOCK, ELLEN DUNN, MARGARET MALONE, ELLEN HARRINGTON, and ELLEN PENFOLD, Office No. 337- 01, age 45, height 5 ft. 2i in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes blue, scar corner of right and top of left eyebrow, mole on upper and right side lower lip. A hawker; native of Exeter. Sentenced at Exeter Assizes, 19th June, 1902, to 3 years penal servitude for larceny. Licenced 25th June, 1904. W C 7. Information to Head Constable McKenzie, Cardiff. GLOUCES TERSHIRE. 14.— Gloucester ( County).— For failing to report— Supervisee WILLIAM BARTLETT, Office No. 1010- 03, age 40, height 5 ft. 6£ in., com- plexion dark, hair dark brown, eyes brown, scar upper lip, small lump palm right hand, 3rd left finger has been broken; dress, dark grey suit and cap, dark tie. A carpenter; native of Deddington, Oxon. Sentenced at Gloucester County Quarter Sessions, 6th April, 1904, to 9 months hard labour and 3 years supervision for obtaining money and lodgings by false pretences. Liberated on remission, 24th ult. 1479. To be dealt with where found. 15,— Gloucester ( County).— For failing to report— Supervisee ALBERT SCOTT, alias SID- NEY ALBERT SCOTT, LEWIS SCOTT, and WILLIAMS, Office No. 2004- 04, age 34, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion sallow, hair brown, eyes grey, scar under chin. A labourer; native of Bath. Sentenced at Gloucester County Quarter Sessions, 22nd June, 1904, to 6 months hard labour and 2 years supervision for housebreaking. To be dealt with where found. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Harri- son, Gloucester. HAMPSHIRE. 16.— AMershot ( County). — For stealing, 2nd inst., a silver English lever open face watch, No. 533389, with a silver knotted Albert, silver locket and tassel, attached; 1 do. Geneva, No. 55521, " W. C." scratched with pin inside outer case, small piece of glass chipped out, a silver Albert, long links, silver compass, and old sixpence attached— A MAN, age about 38, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion fair, hair light, moustache sandy, eyes ( rather sunken) blue, freckles on forehead; dress, dark jacket and vest, grey striped tweed trousers, green mixture tie, grey cap, lace boots. He took lodgings, 31st ult., ana stated that he had obtained employment as a carpenter at the Cavalry Barracks, and that his tools were coming from Newbury. Had with him a bicycle. He appears identical with GEORGE MATTHEWS, Case No. 30, 30th ult, Information to Supt. Hawkins, Aldershot. 17.— Alton ( County).— For deserting their children, leaving them chargeable to the Common Fund of the Alton Poor Law Guardians— ALBERT JOHN GARDINER, age 35, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fair, hair and whiskers brown, eyes grey, slightly deaf; dress, black jacket and trousers, plaid vest, light tweed cap. A labourer; native of Portsmouth.— LTJCY GARDINER, age 33, height 5 ft. 6 in., com- plexion fair, thin features, hair and eyes brown, front upper teeth missing; dress, black jacket, violet skirt, sailor hat trimmed black silk, large buckle in front. A native of Headley, Hants. Supposed to be tramping the country. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. James, Alton. LANCASHIRE. 18.— LesSjh ( County).— For failing to report — Supervisee ROBERT THOMAS, Office No. 841- 00, age 37, height 5 ft. 3| in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes brown, scar across right side forehead, " 98," Staffordshire knot, girl under- neath left arm, bust of woman left wrist. A collier; native of Mowcop, Staffs. Sentenced at Hanley Sessions, 30th June, 1899, to 10 months hard labour and 5 years supervision for pigeon stealing. 1595. Information to Supt. Cocker, Leigh. 19 — Liverpool ( City).— For failing to re- port — Licence- holder JOHN THOMAS SMITH, alias JOHN WILLIAM ADAMSON, and THOMAS SMITH, Office No. 1893- 04, age 30, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes blue, scar right eyebrow, left jaw, and back of neck, mole left side neck, cross flags left forearm, left thumb nail disfigured. A groom; native of Ramsbottom. Sentenced at Preston County Sessions, 13th February, 1901, to 5 years penal servitude for burglary and housebreaking. Licenced 25th November, 1904. b 26. To be dealt with where found. 20. — Liverpool ( City). — For obtaining money by false pretences— ALBERT ROW- LANDS, alias BERTIE EVANS, age 35, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion sallow, hair dark, clean shaved, eyes brown, blue scar on upper lip, bust of female wearing hat right forearm, front teeth decayed; dress, blue serge suit, check cap. A groom or stoker; native of Shrewsbury. He called at the address of a barman during the latter's absence, represented he was the barman's em ployer, and that he had just met with an accident while driving, thereby obtained £ 4, ostensibly for the repair of the trap. Convicted at Birken- head, 1st January, 1890, and at Knutsford, 2nd July, 1890, of larceny; at Salop Assizes, 3rd March, 1891, of false pretences; at Shrewsbury, 15th December, 1891, of making a false answer on attestation on enlistment. Absconded 3rd December, 1904. Warrant issued. 21. — Liverpool ( City). — For ' obtaining money by false pretences— A. BULLY or T. H. SMITH, age 47, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., good build, full red face, hair and moustache ( turning grey) black, stout; wearing dark clothes and soft felt hat. He replied to an advertisement in the Gardener's Chronicle for bedding geraniums, falsely represented that he was a contractor for the Liverpool parks and gardens, and could supply the cuttings. Advertiser forwarded £ 1 5s., but have not received the plants. Warrant issued. Information to the Head Constable, Detective Department, Liverpool. LINCOLNSHIRE. ? 2.— Lincoln ( City).— For obtaining food, money and wearing apparel by false pretences, 29th ult. — HARRY WILSON, alias MAJOR DURRANT, GRAHAM, BARTLETT, & c., age 60, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion pale, hair grey, eyes brown, blue mark back of left hand, scar root of nose. He takes lodgings, states he is a retired Major from the 9th Lancers, is in receipt of a pen- sion, also that he has a large sum of money in a bank at Annan, N. B. Calls on dealers and obtains wearing apparel on approval. Has been convicted at Leeds, Leicester, Chester, Northamp- ton, Newcastle, Worcester, and Leamington. Absconded, 29th ult. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Coleman, Lin- coln. MONMOUTHSHIRE. 23.— Abergavenny ( County).— For per- jury— FRANK KEY, age 27, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion pale, hair brown, moustache light, A native of Birmingham. Formerly carried on business at Cardiff as a medical specialist. Will probably open a similar business in an as- sumed name. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Davies, Abergavenny. FRIDAY, JANUARY 6, 1905. T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. 3 PORTRAITS OF PERSONS WANTED. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 24.— K Division.— Special attention is called to Expiree THOMAS LEIGH, alias THOMAS BIRD, THOMAS JAMES, ALFRED JAMES, and LEE, Office No 2067- 97, Case No. 102, 16th ult., whose arrest is sought on a warrant for horse stealing ( property recovered), age 26, height 5 ft. 9| in., strongly built, slightly round shoulders, complexion fresh, hair ( turning grey) brown, moustache light brown, eyes grey, scar each side forehead and back of head, thick lips, smart, horsey appearance. When last seen was wearing a brown jacket suit, tight fitting trousers, cloth cap, stand up collar, bow tie. A dealer; native of London. Sentenced at Ipswich Sessions, 28th July, 1900, to 3 years penal servitude for stealing travellers' samples; has also been convicted in London, at Chelmsford, and Brighton. May be found at cattle markets, fairs, etc., in company of horse thieves, and it is believed will violently resist arrest, possibly resorting to the use of fire- arms. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. 26. — Rochdale ( Borough) — For larceny ( lodgings)— Licence holder HARRY OSBORNE, alias SAMUEL WILLIAMS, JOHN W. ROGERS, HENRY LITTLETON, RICHARD HALLIWALL,. RICHARD C. STEVENS, HENRY RICHARDS, and HENRY STEVENS, Office No. 71- 02, Tabular Form, 7th October last, age 38, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, moustache brown, eyes hazel, scar right wrist, large scar back left hand, which is CORNWALL. ' 15. — Truro ( r" uuty). — For forgery— GEORGE RIDER COLE, Sub- Postmaster cf St. Mawes, age 33, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., square build, complexion fair, round face, somewhat bloated, hair dark brown, slight moustache sandy, eyes blue; dress, dark green tweed suit, short coat, vest ( cut low) double breasted, navy blue over- coat, shoes. Was last seen at St. Mawes on 9th ult. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Bassett, Truro. maimed ( fingers contracted), twitches right eye when speaking. Has been convicted of similar offences in various parts of England, Scotland, and Wales, and is believed to be now wanted in various towns in Lancashire and Yorkshire. Sentenced at Bedford Borough Sessions, 8th April, 1902, to 3 years penal servitude for larceny. Licenced 16th July last. C 128. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Barry, Rochdale. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued)— SHROPSHIRE. 27.— Oswestry ( County).— For stealing an overcoat ( recovered)— WILLIAM TERRY ( sup- posed false), age 38 to 40, height 5 ft. 8 in., round features, hair and moustache ( curled at ends) dark, London accent, of smart appearance; dress, dark jacket and vest ( low cut), dark muffler and motor cap. Stated he was employed on the pipe track at Oswestry. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Lewis, Oswestry. 2Whitchurch ( Uvuntt/).— For stejling from his lodgings, 2nd inst., a dark Melton over- coat, nearly new, " F. Patterson, tailor, Longton," on tab; 1 pair brown boots, nearly new; 1 pair new brown leather driving gloves; 1 Malacca cane hunting crop, buck horn handle, silver mounted : and about £ 2 5s. A MAN, age about 25, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion pale, full round face, clean shaved, front teeth decayed, left fingers have been crushed; dress, plaid pattern double breasted jacket suit with faint yellow and green stripes, red tie black hard felt hat, probably wearing the stolen overcoat and boots. Stated he was a butcher. Information to Supt. Edge, Whitchurch. SOMERSETSHIRE. 29. — Bath ( City).— For obtaining money by a worthless cheque— WILLIAM DAVIS, age about 36, height 5 ft. 5 in., stout build, complexion fair, full face, hair brown, slight moustache light brown, eyes hazel; dress, dark overcoat, blue serge suit, black bowler hat, lace boots. Was em- ployed as a night porter at a hotel. Has been a merchant seaman. Absconded 25th ult. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Bath. SUFFOLK ( East). 30. — Lowestoft ( Count}/). — THOMAS ALLCOCK, Case No. 44, 13th May, 1904, not now wanted. Warrant withdrawn. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 31.— A Division. — Remanded, charged with misappropriation of £ 631 5s. 9d., while trading as Frank Maxwell & Co., stock and share dealers, Victoria Street, S. W.— JAMES KIRBY, age 49, height 5 ft. 9| in., complexion fresh, round features, short thick neck, hair ( bald on top, turning grey) and moustache ( cut short) brown, eyes grey; dress, black overcoat, grey jacket suit, red tie, black hard felt hat, brown lace boots. A native of London.— FRANK SHACKLE, age 40 ( looks younger), height 6 ft. 5J in., com- plexion fresh, hair ( slightly bald) and moustache light brown, eyes brown; dress, black overcoat with light stripes, brown check tweed jacket suit, purple tie, black hard felt hat, brown lace boots. A native of Surrey. 32. — A Division. — Remanded, charged with misappropriation of £ 50— WILHELM DUNZ, a German, age 34, height 5 ft. 3J in., square features, complexion pale, hair ( long) light brown, clean shaved, eyes grey; dress, dark over- coat, dark grey jacket suit, grey hard felt hat, lace boots. He obtained the above amount on the understanding that he was promoting a new com- pany. Information to be forwarded to the Metropoli- tan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. DEVONSHIRE. 33.— Exeter ( City). — Remanded till 10th inst., charged with warehousebreaking— WIL- LIAM HILL, age 26, height 5 ft. 5i in., com- plexion fresh, hair dark, eyes grey, full rigged ship, tombstone with cross and flowers inside right arm, flower and star back right hand, female ( indistinct) inside right arm, female in tights with star under, back left arm, cross flags inside left forearm, bracelet left wrist, star back left hand, birds and flowers between left thumb and forefinger, right knee has been injured, wears leather knee cap; dress, old grey coat, black vest, cord trousers, check cap. lace boots. States he is a native of Bristol.— FREDERICK WILLS, age about 30, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion rather pale, hair and moustache dark brown, eyes grey, female in tights outside left forearm, half bracelet and star left wrist, head of female and half moon inside left forearm, laurel and butterfly outside left forearm, slight cut left cheek, slight scar left forefinger. A native of Wood Green, London. Labourers. Supposed pre- viously convicted. LANCASHIRE. 2 T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. TUESDAY, JANUARY LU, 1905. PERSONS IN CUSTODY ( continued)— •} 4 .— Exeter { Ci y). — Remanded till 10th inst., charged with larceny — CHARLES GUNNER ( supposed false), age 31, height 5 ft. G in ., complexion sallow, hair dark brown, eyes hazel, nose has been broken, woman's head and bust with wreath and " H. McLean" under, in- side left forearm, pierced heart and arrow outside left wrist, 8 dots left forearm, burn mark inside right arm; dress, old dark coat and cord vest, moleskin trousers, black cap, lace boots. States he is a native of Bristol.— HENRY LOVETT ( supposed false), age about 28, height. 5 ft. 1 in., complexion fresh, hair and slight moustache light brown; dress, old ciark coat and vest, cord trousers, dark cap, lace boots. States he is a native of Sheffield. Labourers. Both supposed previously convicted. Information to the Chief Constable, City Police, Exeter. HUN TINGDONSHIRE. 35. — Huntingdon { County). — Remanded till 12th inst., charged with obtaining £ 5 by false pretences at St. Ives— JOHN PREEDY, age 27, height 5 ft. 4 in., rather stout build, complexion fresh, hair dark brown, moustache light brown, eyes hazel, left ankle fractured, slightly lame.— LEAH PREEDY ( wife of above), age 19. They recently resided at Pitsea, Essex, and advertised bungalows, dog kennels, glass, etc., in the Exchange and Hart in names of Foster and Keys, thereby obtained the above amount. Previously resided at Finsbury Park, and advertised in the names of Leah Cobham and John Preedy. Sup- posed wanted elsewhere. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Copping, Huntingdon, or to Inspector Storey, St. Ives. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRIC1 36.— P Divisionm— 3 L- st alt., by housebreak- ing, 12 gold rings ( 1 lady's, set 5 large diamonds; 1 do., set 5 small diamonds; 1 do., set 3 opals and G diamonds; 1 do., set sapphires and pearls; 1 do., set 5 rubies; 1 do., set 3 small diamonds); 4 signet do. ( 1 set diamond, gipsy setting; 2 green stone; 1 opal, set blood stone); 1 lady's small gold Swiss keyless watch, nlain white face, long gold fine link chain attached; 1 small gold neckchain, acorn of pearls and diamonds attached; 1 gold crescent brooch, set rubies, gold bar with fringe across; 1 curb pattern do. pad- lock, topaz charm and Scotch pebble attached; 2 strings of pearls; 3 pairs gold plated solitaires; 2 silver serviette rings; 3 gold plated bar brooches, set white stones; 1 15 ct. gold Albert, shield and locket attached; 1 pair 15 ct. sleeve links; 1 set of gold studs, small diamond set in centre of each; 1 gold plated horseshoe brooch, imitation dia- monds for nails; 1 silver crescent do., set moon- stone; 1 black mourning do.; 1 rolled gold expand- ing bracelet; 1 9 ct. gold do., set amethyst; 1 small gold pin, pearl in centre surrounded with imitation diamonds; 1 pair silver plated hair brushes; 1 plated and tortoiseshell comb. 37.— x Division « — 20th ult., by house- breaking, a gold necklace with 6 pendants, set turquoise; 1 do., crescent shape; 1 do., old- fashioned filigree, set carbuncle; 1 lady's gold ring, set s'ngle diamond; 1 do., set 2 sapphires and rubies; 1 do., set emeralds and diamonds; 1 thick gold chain, £ in. wide, with locket attached, " E. J. F." thereon; 1 small gold chain, garnet cross attached; 1 small fine gold do., small gold heart, pearl in centre, attached; 1 gold brooch, set Jersey stone, shape of lantern; 1 do., set 2 amethysts; 1 do., set 2 gold dollars; 1 do., ivy leaf, set rubies; 1 do., set 2 black beetles; 1 do., safety pin shield, set pearls; 1 plain gold do., wish- bone pattern; 1 gold do., carbuncle a. nd filigree; 1 plain gold bar do., with knot attached; 1 gold filigree do., set 3 emeralds ( 1 deficient); 1 do., bird pattern, do.; 1 gold emerald brooch; 4 do. brooches, various; 1 gold pin, gold dollar sur- rounded filigree; 1 do., bird raised holding three sprays of flowers, each set 2 emeralds and 1 dia- mond; 1 gold curb brooch, with horseshoe in pearls and turquoise ( 5 pearls and 4 turquoise); 1 gold medallion, photograph of an old gentleman inside; 1 blue enamelled brooch, arms of Trinidad; 1 gold true lovers' knot brooch; 1 gold brooch, horseshoe and whip pattern; 1 do. filigree do., with pendant; 1 mosaic brooch, large black; 1 mosaic, small white crescent; 1 gold Geneva watch, plain cases; 1 gold book- shaped locket, " K. F." in hair inside; 1 small gold neckchain with tassels attached; 1 pair gold sleeve links; 1 silver chain; 1 silver card case, filigree work; 1 silver buckle, made of 2 " K pieces; 5 silver apostle tea spoons; 1 string of garnets; 1 string of corals ( all jewellery Indian make); 1 £ 5 Bank of England note, and £ 10 3s. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. HAMPSHIRE. 38 — Southampton { Borough).— 9ih nit., a " Rudge Whitworth " bicycle, raised handle bars, back rim brake missing, rim rusty, rat trap pedals, lamp bracket on head broken off, two pieces projecting, new lamp bracket on front fork. A safety bicycle, Crabbe front brake, Bowden back brake, straight handle bars, cork grips with white edging, King of the Road lamp, triangular tool bag containing spanner and screwdriver. 29th ult., by burglary, 2 crown Derby vases, handle each side; 1 small China box, writing thereon; 1 shell figure of a hen and chicken; 1 do. of a cat; a number of medallions relating to the great Exhibition, 1850, with Prince Consort, the Queen and five children thereon; a number of coins, including a George III. shilling, 1 four- penny piece, 1 or 2 sixpenny pieces, 1 Jersey penny, 2 American half dimes, 8 German coins, also Jamaica, Italian and Dutch coins. 39.— Southampton ' Borough).— 2nd inst., a gold English lever watch, open face, makers Russell and Sons, " T. P." engraved on back; 1 gold Albert with tiger claw pendant mounted in gold; 1 small gold hunter watch, white dial, black hands; 1 silver hunter watch; 1 old fashioned English lever watch, no glass; 3 sets of gold studs; 1 silver match box, " A. B." engraved thereon; 1 do. cigarette case, engraved " A. B."; and £ 100. During the past fortnight a main sail; 1 stay do.; 1 gib, running gear and blocks, may have " T anthorn and Rapsey, makers, Gosport," thereon. Information to the Chief Constable, Southamp- ton. KENT. ± 0.— Folkestone { Borough).— 26th ult., a free wheel bicycle, enamelled black, usual parts plated, 28 in. frame, flat handle bars, Cooper's fluted felt grips, Dunlop tyres and tubes, Roman rims, Chater Lea front rim brake, back pedalling brake, i in. roller chain, " Ideal" mudguards, rubber pedals, Brooks's B. 10 saddle, triangular tool bag, King of the Roaid lamp, plated bell, " H. Slade, Thanet Gardens, Folkestone," on transfer on down front tube. Informatoin to the Chief Constable, Folkestone. S TA FFORDSHIRE. 41.— Smethwick { County).— Mt- t ult., by shopbreaking, 2 silver serviette rings, " A" on one, " A. Y." on other; 1 gold mounted coral brooch, oblong coral in centre, small corals round; 1 carved ivory brooch, figures of women and chil- dren carved thereon; 1 lady's silver English lever watch, flowered dial, engraved back, steel hands; 1 gold pin, set amethyst; 1 do., set turquoise; 1 do. made from Freemason's badge; 1 gold ring, split, heart set on top; 1 lion sixpence, small ring attached; 1 lounge jacket suit, grey, with slight blue stripe running through, tape loop, bone buttons, " Young, Halsowen," thereon, vest, lancer pattern, double breasted; 2 pairs light grey trousers with slight red stripe, " Young, Hal- sowen," on buttons; 1 double- breasted vest to match, bone buttons, nearly new; 1 pair light lavender colour trousers, nearly new; a quantity of white silk handkerchiefs, figured, marked " P/ x," " L," or " P. B."; a quantity of black and white check mufflers, marked " P. B. " or " P. A"; a quantity of dark mixed fancy mufflers, marked " P/ x" or " B—"; a quantity of red silk hem- stitched handkerchiefs, marked " P/ z„" " L.," " R. O.," or " P/ x"; white silk handkerchiefs, " Merry Christmas" marked in fancy silk letters; a quantity of fancy braces, white lad and cord ends; kid gloves, marked " R/ x" on tabs; fancy print shirts, striped, marked " R/ o"; 2 black worsted Cardigan jackets, marked " F/ x"; a quantity of Astrachan gloves, brown, lined yellow, marked " L." Information to Inspector Moss, Smethwick, or Supt. Pilliner, Handsworth. SURREY. 42.— Hersham { County). — Between 20th and 24th ult., at Walton- on- Thames, a lady's silver Geneva watch, No. 191007; 1 do. watch chain, tassels at end, about 6 in. long; 1 lady's 22 ct. gold dress ring, chased; 1 do., set 2 red stones and 3 pearls; 1 silver Albert, curb pattern, silver locket dented both sides, attached— Sus- picion is attached to TWO MEN ( 1st, age about 23, height 5 ft. 9 in., slight build, complexion dark, clean shaved, of Jewish appearance; dress, dark three quarter length overcoat, jacket and trousers, red and dark figured fancy vest, light tweed cap, lace boots. 2nd, age about 20, height 5 ft. 6 in., slight build, complexion fresh, hair dark brown, clean shaved, nose and eyes promi- nent; dress, light tweed suit with dark stripes, black hard felt hat.) Stated they were canvassors for an Art Photographic Company, London. Information to Supt. Marks, Hersham. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 43.— UruUfoid ( tty) — IKuteu u aud 30th ult., by shopbreaking, 1 18 ct. gold diamond and ruby ring, set star shape; 2 9 ct. do. single stone garnet rings, gipsy setting, makers initials T. S.; 1 do. single stone ruby ring, claw setting; 1 do. sapphire, claw setting, initials T. S.; 1 9 ct. hollow curb ring; 1 do. snake ring, 3 coils, initials T. S.; 1 15 ct. coral ring, gipsy setting, 3 stones; 1 18 ct. opal ring, 5 stones, rose diamond points; 1 9 ct. do., 5 stone pearl ring, gipsy setting; 2 do. single paste diamond rings, gipsy setting; 1 do. 5 stone turquoise ring, gipsy setting; 1 do. single stone do.; 1 do. 5 stone pearl and sapphire ring; 1 do. Mizpah ring, set pearl; 1 do., 3 stone, paste ring; 1 do. pendant, set opals and pearls, heart shape; 2 22 ct. wedding rings; 2 9 ct. do.; 4 do. keepers; 1 do. topaz seal, dog link mount; 1 do. engraved locket, large; 3 do. oval bloodstone seals; 3 long marmot fur necklets, shaped collars, 10 tails on each fur; 1 do., better quality; 1 sable muff, new flat shape; 3 black curly Astrachan muffs, 2 balls each end; 1 black thick silk blouse, full cape, edged with lace; 1 pale blue do.; 1 cream Jap silk blouse, lace insertions, frill round shoulders; a number of flowered delaine and flanelette blouses, fancy designs; also plain black blouses, plain shirt pattern; 6 pairs woven stockinette divided skirts, grey and pink; a few pairs woollen corded divided skirts, ill royal and navy blue; 1 black mercerised sateen skirt, deep gathered flounce; a number of woven under- bodices, long sleeves, pink and natural colours; 2 pairs tan colour broad ribbed hose; 6 pairs children's black ribbed stockings; a number of wool " Fascinator" wraps, fancy designs in blue, white, and pink; 1 plain bleached cotton chemise, narrow edging; a box containing 12 white silk elbow mits, long, open network; a number of c mbinations, grey and pink; a number of white cotton combinations, trimmed lace; a number of plain and fancy handkerchiefs; several leather belts, emerald colour, fastens with steel buckle at front; black silk belts, wider at back than front, 3 jet ornaments at back; a number of pairs of fabric gloves, in grey, black and brown, lined plaid silk; a number of boys' woollen mix- ture gloves; a number of white and cream colour aprons, with bibs, lace on shoulders; 3 hand made puritan collars; 1 curtain band worked in olive green silk; 1 fawn colour canvas mat, 12 in. square, hand worked in gold and green, silk at corners; 30 scent satchets, O'Kell's Mona Bou- quet; 12 packets La Parisienne fringe nets; and a number of side and dressing combs. Information to the Chief Constable, Bradford. ANIMALS, Jtc., STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRIC1 44.— E Division.— A black gelding, about 16 hands, white star on forehead, short thick neck, short legs, long dock, short tail, very powerful, in good condition, cannot be shod behind in the ordinary way. 45.— N Division.— A grey Welsh gelding, 8 years, 14 hands, thick set, recent cut over both eyes, long mane and tail, near fore knee joint enlarged; and a light governess. cart, body stained walnut colour, oak Warner wheels, patent pin cap axles, iron caps with brass facings, " Goff" stamped thereon, steel tyres with round edges. 46.— Y Division.— A black mare, 15 hands, white star on forehead, turns off fore foot slightly inwards, open wound on hip bone, short mane and tail, no shoes, in good condition; a dark grey gelding, 14 hands, chipped knees, hair rubbed off both hip bones, long foretop, clipped trace high, short mane and tail; and a set of black leather harness, silver plated mounts. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. CITY OF LONDON. 47.— 24th ult., a blue roan horse, Roman nose, age 5 years, 16 hands 2 in., extra long dock, side bone each foreleg above coronet. Information to Supt. Stark, 26 Old Jewry, E. C. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 18.— Staple Hill { County).— lst inst, from a field at Hanham, a dark chestnut mare, aged, about 15 hands 2 in., small head, hind fetlocks white, inclined to be greasy, short black mane, long tail, shoes worn smooth. Information to Supt. Cooke, Staple Hill. FRIDAY, JANUARY 6, 1905. T H E P O L I C E G A Z E T T E. yl t h . ' v v ' i T * ' ' .'. 1' ' 5 PERSONS or BODIES FOUND WARWICKSHIRE. 49.— Aston Manor { County).— 24th ult., the body of a newly born MALE CHILD, piece of linen tied around neck and mouth, wrapped in three pieces of brown paper tied with string. A verdict of wilful murder was returned at the inquest. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Hannah, Aston Manor. MISCELLANEOUS. 50 — York ( City).— HENRY HEWITT re- ferred to in bills circulated throughout England Scotland and Wales, 31st December, 1904, has been arrested, and bills may be withdrawn. APPREHENSIONS. 51 .— Metropolitan Police District, Gonviot Supervision Office* — Expiree CHARLES PEARCE, Office No. 853- 00, Tabular Form, 4th September, 1903, and sentenced at Paris, 26th October last, to 6 months imprison- ment for larceny ( person). 52— Metropolitan Police District, K Division,— JOHN DRAKE. Case No. 2, 2nd August last. 53.— Metropolitan Police District, T Division.— ROBERT E. SAHL, Case No. 8, 23rd ult. » 4 — City of London. — ERNEST LAUNDY, Case No. 88, 23rd September, 1904. 55.— Berkshire, Windsor ( Borough). — CHARLES ALLEN, Case No. 9, 22nd April, 1904. 56.— Gloucestershire, Bristol ( City) — JOHN FREDERICK MURLEY, Case No. 19, 13th November, 1903, and committed for trial. 57.— Lancashire, Liverpool ( City).— GEORGE EVANS, Case No. 18, 25th November, 1904. 58.— Northamptonshire, Peter- borough ( City).— WILLIAM C. DANIELS, Case No. 92, 30th ult., and property recovered. 59.— Staffordshire, Longton( County) — FRANK WRIGHT, Case No. 32, 2nd Septem- ber, 1904. 60.— Yorkshire ( West Riding), Bradford ( City). — GEuRGE HENRY NUNN, Case No. 53, 18th November, 1904. LATEST INFORMATION APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT SOMERSETSHIRE. 64. — Bath ( City).- Yor obtaining £ 2 by false pretences, 21st ult.— W. MASON ( supposed false), age 25 to 30, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., com- plexion sallow, hair and moustache dark, turns his feet slightly inwards; dress, blue or black suit, dark overcoat, black bowler hat. Supposed a native of London. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Bath. & 1.— H Division .— For embezzling 72 roubles and £ 1 15s., 29th ult.— WOOLF J. GLASS, age 35, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion and hair ( turning grey) dark, eyes grey, gruff voice; dress, black overcoat, dark tweed vest and trousers, black hard felt hat. A native of Poland. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropoli- tan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. GL DUCES TERSHIRE. 62.— Bristol ( City).— For forging and utter- ing a banker's cheque for the payment of £ 12 10s. on the National Bank of Scotland, 6th ult.— A MAN, age 25 to 30, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., com- plexion and hair dark, supposed clean shaved, nose slightly crooked; wearing dark grey overcoat, red tie, bowler hat with wide brim. He calls upon the customer of a butcher and asks for the account book by stating that there is some error in the entries, on obtaining the book he promises to return it the next day, later on the book is pre- sented to the butcher by a Boy, age 14 to 16; wearing dark clothes and cap, together with a cheque for a larger amount than is owing, and a note suggesting that the difference between the account and the cheque be given to the bearer. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Bristol. NO TTINGHA MS HIRE. 63.— Mansfield ( County).— For obtaining £ 10 by false pretences— EDWIN BOOTHBY, age about 36, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache brown, stoops when walking, slight rash on face and neck; dress, black coat and vest, blue mixture trousers, light colour cap, sometimes wears a light fawn colour overcoat. Was accom- panied by a Woman, age 30, height 5 ft. 7 in.; and a Girl and a Boy, ages 11 and 5 years. He , falsely states that he represents " The British Homes Society," or " The Provident Association of London, Ltd.," negotiates loans and draws advance interest. Supposed well- known at Stockport, Man- chester, St. Annes, and in the Isle of Man. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hensley, Mansfield. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRIG1 65.— V Division.— 30th ult., a small LouiB water gilt table top, painted miniature on ivory; 2 water gilt frames with miniatures, lady on ivory; 2 water gilt caskets, tops fitted miniature on ivory; 3 flint glass caskets, mounted in ormolu frames; 1 oblong casket, top painted, lady playing piano, on ivory; 4 finely painted miniatures of ladies, some marked " Duval"; 1 Limoges enamel, 4 x 3J, blacksmith's forge scene on black ground; 1 oblong Sheffield plated tea caddy, hinge broken; 1 oval do., lion head mounts; 1 Sheffield plated inkstand, chased, silver edge; 2 bronze nude figures ( man holding cymbals, man with beard and horns); 1 bronze column clock, face set paste ormolu, mounted; 1 gilt box, miniature on ivory; 1 small enamel box, inscribed " A present from Chepstow"; 1 miniature on ivory, Queen Elizabeth, chased ormolu frame; 2 miniatures on ivory, ladies, small black margin. Information to be forwarded to the Metropoli- tan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. SPECIAL NOTICE. 66.— JAMES GATTON, C. S. O., No. 684- 98, POLICE GAZETTE, 3rd June, 1904, died at Brighton, 21st ult. MISSING. 67.— Since 21st, uU,, from 55 Guildford Street, Southwark— JOSEPH EDWIN EVANS, age 3, complexion fair, hair light, eyes brown, long burn scar on right arm, in plump condition; dress, green tunic, navy blue trousers, straw hat, black socks, lace boots. Information to be forwarded to the Metropoli- tan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. List of Lioonoa H( sidsrs> Sijparvi& e& s, Sx& ira& s, ato., who have teen re- apprehended, for the woek fsaefin ® December 31st, f3G4, with the results. etc. Reference to i H. C. Register. | NAME. Fresh Offence with which charged. Page 192- 04 Page 215- 04 Page 52- 03 Page 87- 04 Page 256- 04 Page 145- 03 Page 303- 04 Page 193- 03 Page 308- 03 Page 283- 04 Page 65- 04 ANSTISS, GEORGE BENSON, MICHAEL DEVINE, JOHN FLYNN, HENRY JACKSON, JOHN JOHNSON, JAMES JONES. JOHN LYON, FREDERICK MCCARTHY, JEREMIAH MORRIS, FREDERICK MUSGRAVE, RICHARD PRIl'CHARD, CHARLES SHEEHAN, EDWARD SMITH, GEORGE SULLIVAN, CORNELIUS SULLIVAN, DANIEL WATSON, JOHN JAMES WELCH, THOMAS WILKINSON, WILLIAM P. of C. Act Drunk, & c. P. of C. Act Stealing rug, & c., from cab on rank P. of C. Act Exposing and offering for sale an indeceut print P. of C. Act Larceny ( goods exposed for sale) P. of C. Act. P. of C. Act Larccny P. of C. Act Drunk, & c. 1'. of C. Act Assault Drunk, & c. Stealing a dead fowl Cycie stealing P. of C. Act. Re- convicted in Name of Result. Date and Place. Name and Division of Officer. Same Name Same Name Same Name Same Name HENRY JACKSON JEREMIAH BROWN Same Name GEORGE CLARK Same Name FRANK WALLAS Same Name GEORGE NICHOLLS Same Name GEORGE SIMPSON Same Name Same Name ALPINE HUTTS THOMAS WALSH Same Name 12 months h. l. 20s. or 14 days h. l. 12 months h. l. 3 months h. l. 6 months h. l. 1 month h. l. 3 months h. l. 14 days h. l 12 months h. l. 12 months h. l. 4 months h. l. 12 months h. l. 5s. or 5 days h. l. 12 months h. l. 1 month h. l. 14 days h. l. 1 day 6 months h. l. 6 months h. l. 27th Dec., S. W. P. Ct. 27th Dec., Westminster P. Ct. 30th Dec., Worship Street P. Ct. 8th Oct., Clerkenwell P. Ct. 26th Dec., Clerkenwell P. Ct. 30th Dec., Marlborough St. P. Ct. 26th Dec., Clerkenwell P. Ct. 29th Dec., Southwark P. Ct. 24th Dec., Thames P. Ct. 23rd Nov., Worship Street P. Ct. 21st Dec., N. L. Sess. 27th Dec., S. W. P. Ct, 26th Dec., Greenwich P. Ct. 28th Dec., Hampstead P. Sess. I 26th Dec., Westminster P. Ct. ' 26th Dec., Greenwich P. Ct. 26th Dec., Marylebone P. Ct. 21st Dec., N. L. Sess. 29th Dec., Tottenham P. Sess. P. C. Pepper, 169V ; also P. C. Newton, 297T. P. C. Pye, C. I. D., H ; also Insp. Eyres. N. P. C. Frossel. 443Y: also P. S. Gale, C. I. D., Y. P. S. Peddar, C. I. D., E ; also P. S. Jones C. I. D., B. P. S. West, C. I. D., C ; also P. C. Burneld, 146C. P. C. Johnson, 186E ; also P. S. Bissell. C. I. D., E. P. S. Piper, 11L; also P. S. Pedder. C. I. D., E. P. C. Chapman, 265H : also P. C. Tyson. C. I. D., H. P. C. Graver and P. S. Hook, C. I. D., J. P. C. Sutherland, 244T, and P. C. Marsh. 219T. P. C. Pepper. 169V; also Insp. Finne- more, X. P. C. Parker, 194R : also P. S. Sergeant. C. I. D., R. P. C. Butcher, 704S : also P. S. Huggins. 4FR. P. S. Henley, 20L ; also P. S. Lcng. C. I. D., L. P. C. Moore, 67611 : also l'. S. Sergeant. C. I. D., R. P. C. Stacey. 383F : also P. C. Fanlkener. 123D. P. C. Foster, 352G : also P. S. Hodson, C. I. D., G. P. C. Balls. 566Y : also Actg. P. S. Head, 275Y. 6 THE POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, JANUARY 6, 1905. " T The apprehension of the undermentioned persons is sought for failing to report under the Provisions of the Prevention of Crimes Act. The Police Force requiring the capture is notified under the name of the person, with the exception of the Metropolitan District, which is shown by the letters C. 0. ( Convict Office). In all cases where a warrant has been granted, notification will follow name of Force desiring capture. In the event • of the capture of persons circulated from C. 0. information is to be forwarded to the Assistant Commissioner, Convict Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. The remainder to the Chief Constable of the Police District named. Name, Metropolitan Police Office No. and Force Desiring Capture. LICENCE HOLDERS. BEARD, WILLIAM. 2363- 99. C. O. 25 DRISCOLL, THOMAS, alias GEORGE 40 ENGLISH and JOHN PRICE. 1323- 02. C. O. GREATOREX, DANIEL, alias DANIEL 47 KELLY, JOHN MOORE. EDWARD GREEN, DANIEL RAYNOR, and HENRY BAKER. 853- 03. C. O. Warrant issued. HARGREAVES. PERCY WASHINGTON, 29 alias PEKCY WASHINGTON HAR- G RAVES. 1024- 02. C. O. HAUFMAN, JOSEPH, alias GEORGE 44 BROOKMAN, JAMES OSBORNE, and WILLIAM GROSSE. 1968- 98. C. O. To be dealt with where found. HENRI, WILLIAM, alias GEORGE 39 MORRIS, VICTOR CHARLES MORRIS, GEORGE ELDRIDGE, and GEORGE ELLIS. 1599- 01. C. O. JOHNSON, HARRY, alias GEORGE 24 ADAMS, FREDERICK EVANS, JAMES EVANS, and GEORGE WESTON. 1889- 04. C. O. JONES EDWARD, alias EDWARD 35 MCCARTHY, EDWARD SHANNON, and HENRY MCCARTHY. 3401- 99. C. O. To be dealt with where found. PARKER, WILLIAM, alias RICHARD 55 FRANCIS, FRANCIS RICHARDS, and GEORGE SMITH. 2188- 00. C. O. REED, JOSEPH, alias JOSEPH READ. 30 1883- 99. C. O. Warrant issued. SNOW, JOHN alias HENRY NEWTON 54 and EDWARD LEWIS. 2176- 98. C. O. To be dealt with where found. THOMPSON, GEORGE, alias ALFRED 45 PAGE. 1330- 02. C. O. Warrant issued. HEIGHT THOMPSON, GEORGE, alias HENRY HARVEY. 207- 99. C. O. WILLIAMS, JOHN, alias JOHN CLARK, JOHN BROWN, JOHN JONES, JOHN SMITH, and JOHN JAMES. 2208- 01. C. O. BAKER, WILLIAM, alias GEORGE WILLIAMS, THOMAS FRENCH. WILLIAM SMITH, WILLIAM LEE WILLIAM JONES, WILLIAM NEL- SON, JAMES TAYLOR, JOHN JAMES, WILLIAM WATTS, WILLIAM WOOD, and WILLIAM MAY. 3410- 00. Glas- gow. To be dealt with where found. BRENNAN, THOMAS, alias JOHN BURNS, ARTHUR DOYLE, THOMAS ANTHONY, ANTHONY FERGUSON, and THOMAS JAMES. 677- 00. Leeds ( City). Warrant issued. EDWARDS, HARRY, alias HARRY PAXTON. 2637- 01. Chatham ( County) LEWIS, JOSEPH, alias JOHN MURPHY 690- 00. Liverpool ( City). To be dealt with where found. SUPERVISEES. MORE, THOMAS, alias JOHN MOORE. 1193- 03. C. O. SMITH, JOHN, alias JOHN NOAICES JOHN SIMMONS, JOHN CURTIS, and JOHN WILSON. 3313- 02. C. O. AMES. WILLIAM, alias WILLIAM WHITE AMES, and BENJAMIN LUCAS. 1965- 04. Gloucester ( County) To be dealt with where found. BRADBURY, THOMAS. 1695- 01. Crewe ( County.) TILLEY, THOMAS, alias ROBERT SMITH ROBERT STACEY, and FRANK DAY 2473- 02. Exeter ( City). To be dealt with where found. 31 81 62 25 31 27 39 47 24 38 5 4 5 4} 5 5} 5 3 5 4 5 4 5 2J 5 4 5 3| 5 6 5 5 fresh dark fresh fresh fresh fresh fresh fresh sallow fresh fresh brn dk brn brn brn dk brn It brn ( nrly bald) dk brn 5 0J sallow 5 6:; 5 3 5 3J sallow fresh fresh 5 3} 5 9 5 4J sallow sallow brn REMARKS. bl grey brn dk brn blue hazel blue grey blue Scar It forehead ; nose bent to rt Face pockmarked ; mole It cheek : ring 2nd It finger Scar centre of forehead, on upper lip, and back of head " H V E M" It forearm, half bracelet It wrist, dot web It thumb " J R " rt forearm Birthmark rt wrist ; sear bridge n « se dk brn blue dk brn brn ( trng grey) It brn ( thin top) brn grey ( thin top) brn ( nrly bald) brn black dk brn dk gry bl gry brn hazel \ i. Red birthmark back neek and head Scar corner It eye Scar centre forehead, each eyebrow, nose, and rt cheek Scar It forehead ; 2 flags and dot It forearm Dot It wrist; mole rt of face Scar It forehead ; mole corner rt eyebrow Sear It eyebrow : feet deformed and toes drawn up Dot each forearm, " J C " back rt hand Conviction, Prison Register No. and Date Liberated. Central Criminal Court, 13th May, 1901, 4 years penal servitude for housebreaking. Licenced 1st October, 1904. b 311. Central Criminal Court, 25th July, 1898. 5 years penal servitude for wounding. Liberated on 2nd licence, 17th November, 1904, which expires 5th March, 1905. K Y 51. Central Criminal Court, 12th December, 1898, 6 years penal servitude for possessing counterfeit coin. Licenced 6th June, 1903. H N Y 108, grey Mole It temple grey 70 5 4 5 4 5 34 5 6| 5 8 sallow fair fair fresh pale brn blue grey hazel blue Hull Quarter Sessions, 9th July, 1902, 3 year penal servitude for larceny. Licenced 16th November. 1904. c 315. Middlesex Sessions, 25th February, 1899, 7 years penal servitude, and 3 years supervision, and remanet of former sentence for larceny. Licenced 14th December, 1904, which expires 24th November, 1906. W Z 191. Central Criminal Court, 21st October, 1901, 4 years penal servitude for shopbreaking. Licenced 5th November, 1904. b 632. Middlesex Sessions, 1st August, 1902, 3 yearB penal servitude and il years supervision for larceny ( person). Licenced 25th November, 1904. c 487. Central Criminal Court, 10th December, 1900, 3 years penal servitude, remanet of former sentence, and 15 lashes. Licenced revoked. Liberated on 2nd licence, 26th November, 1904, which expires 30th January, 1905. X a 308. Ipswich Assizes, 21st January, 1901, 5 years penal servitude for sacrilege. Licenoed 2ud November, 1904. S b 509. Southampton County Quarter Sessions, 31st December 1901, 3 years penal servitude for larceny ( bailee). Licenced 4th April, 1904. b 448. Central Criminal Court. 2nd June, 1902, 3 years penal servitude for false pretences. Licenced 1st September, 1904. W c 106. South London Sessions, 11th January, 1899, 3 years penal servitude for. housebreaking. Licenced re- voked. Liberated on 2nd licence, loth August, 1904, which expired 22ud Novemher, 11) 01. H P U Z 968. Surrey Sessions, 28th August, 1900, 5 years penal servitude " for housebreaking. Liceiicei 28th May 1904. W a 410. Middlesex Sessions, 8th April, 1893, 7 years penal servitude and remanet of former tentence for horse- stealing. Licence revoked. Liberated on 2nd licence, 26th October, 1904, which expires 12th June, 1905 X I T 851. South London Sessions, 12th February, 1902, 3 years penal servitude for larceny. Licenced 21st May 1904. A I S c 187. Abscess scar back It ear ; mole rt nose and rt cheek ; dot web rt thumb Abscess scar rt jaw, scars front chin Horseshoe and flower rt forearm ; abscess scar rt cheek Mole rt face brn brn ( trng grey bald on tp) brn brn hazel It brn grey blue Scar rt of forehead Scar centre forehead Jockey It, woman rt forearm Leeds Assizes, 8th March, 1902, 3 years penal servitude for larceny. Licenced, 23rd June, 1901. c 116. Salop Assizes, 25th February, 1902, 3 years poual servitude for larceny. Licenced 6th June, 1904. c 61. Also wanted at Chatham for larceny. Liverpool Assizes, 27th November, 1900, 5 years penal servitude for robbery with violence. Licenced 15th September, 1904. a 442. Ludlow Pettty Sessions, 7th January, 1904, 9 months and 3 years police supervision lor larceny. Liber- ated 14th September, 1904. 1361. Surrey Quarter Sessions, 7th April, 1903, 2 years hard labour and 12 months supervision for housebreak- ing. Liberated 21st November, 1901. 15227. Gloucester County Quarter Sessions, 22nd June, 1901, 6 months hard labour and 2 years supervision for false pretences. Liberated 9th December, 1904. 64. Salop County Sessions, 6th January, 1903, 9 months hard labour and 2 years supervision for false pre- tences. Liberated 29th September, 1903. 1037. < j Devon Sessions, 7th April, 1903. 2 years hard labour and 5 years supervision for burglary. Liberated 21st November, 1904. 609. LONDON. PHINTBD FOB IIIS MAJESTY'S STATIONEBV OFFICE BY J. J. KFXIHKB & Co., LIMITI D 9 » , VICTORIA STBEBT, S. W.; 3: 1, KINO WILLIAM STREET, E. C.; AND MARSHALSKA WORKS, S. E. 62 « O