GAZETTE PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, APRIL 21, 1905. VOL. XXII., No. 2224. RSOUL 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. 6. 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 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. A. TIOHTS. 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 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. Sew Scotland Yard, by Postal Order, or by Post Office Order, payable at Parliament Street Post Office. 13. Announcements concerning persons missing can only be accepted on pay- ment; 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 property stolen, or criminally taken or disposed of, holdine 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 191 Stations of the Metro- politan Police Force at which Notices can be 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.— C Division*— For embezzling £ i4 8s. — HARRY HEREFORD LAYEY, age 21 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 9 in., slight build, complexion, hair ( curly) and eyes ( weak) dark, clean shaved, teeth discoloured, carries head forward, of Jewish appearance; oret< s, blue s- rge sun, gr- y oven oat, velvet collar, black hard felt bat, sometimes wears frock coat, silk hat, pince- nez. A draper; native of London. Warrant issued. 2.— E Division.— For conspiracy and ob- taining goods by fraud— LEON BAMBERGER, a Jew, age 50, height 5 ft., sturdy build, com- plexion, hair, moustache ( turning grey), and eyes dark, large nose, takes short quick steps, plausible manner; wearing dark overcoat, silk hat. A com- mercial traveller. Warrant issued. 3.— V Division.— For Stealing ( servant) 1st inst., 10 gold rings ( 1 set 3 diamonds, " For ever the same," engraved inside; 9 set diamonds, rubies, turquoise, and pearls); 10 gold brooches ( 1 note of interrogation shape; 9 set diamonds, sapphires, rubies, and pearls); 3 gold earrings ( 1 single diamond; 2 set turquoise); 4 neckchains ( 3 gold); 1 long octagon muff; 1 short neck; 1 short link; 1 long pale pink coral; 1 lady's demi- hunter watch; 6 gold pendants ( 1 onyx, cameo, claw set- ting; 1 miniature, set paste; 4 set pearls, tur- quoise and sapphires); 8 gold bracelets ( 1 opal, glass pendant leaf inside; 1 fancy chain, set tur- quoise and pearls; 1 plain, with heart and tur- quoise snap; 1 small plain; 1 cameo and pearl heart pendant; 1 turquoise, diamond, and pendant attached; 1 clasp, lace collar, set turquoise; 1 gold); 1 silver vinaigrette, monogram, " S. S."; several charms — VICTOR DUMBERGER, age 21, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion and eyes dark, hair and slight moustache black; dress, dark grey jacket, dark vest and trousers, black tie, black beaver cloth motor cap with sliiny peak, lace boots. A native of Austria. Information to be forwarded to the Metropoli- tan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BERKSHIRE. 4.— Newbury ( County). — For obtaining £ 46 by a forged cheque which he exchanged for 4 £ 5 Bank of England notes, dated 3- 10- 04, Nos 36744 to 7, and £ 26— ALLAN ALSTON, age 27, height 5 ft. 8 in., stoops slightly, rather bow legged, hair ( thick) dark, slight moustache light, eyes grey, thin face, large ears, long nose, small dimple left cheek ; dress, light suit, dark overcoat, black bowler hat, wearing wide gold ring, with " A " outside, " KIT" inside, on one left finger, may be wearing a large diamond ring on one right finger. A butcher. Had with him 2 leather portmanteaus; 1 flat box; and a white cardboard hat box. Absconded 13th inst. May endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Robotham, Newbury. 5.— Reading ( Borouffh). — For deserting his child, leaving it chargeable to the Common Fund of the Reading Union— JAMES GOLD- ING, age 65, height 5 ft. 8 in., hair ( bald on top) sandy ( turning grey), wearing side whiskers and moustache, addicted to drink. A gardener. Ab- sconded in June, 1903. Warrant issued. Information to Capt. Henderson, Chief Con- stable, Reading. CA M BRIDGES HI RE. 6 — Cambridge ( Borough).— For obtain- ing £ 15 10s. by false pretences, 1st inst.— J. H. PARROTT, age 20 to 26, height about 5 ft. 9 in., rather stout build, complexion fresh, full face, hair dark, clean shaved; dress, grey cycling suit and cap, brown boots. Has been employed as a cycle fitter and motor car driver. Had in his possession a " New Centaur " bicycle, 2 rim brakes, solid plated rims, " Atlas " beaded tyres, steel mud guards, Horoscope plated lamp, carrier on back. Absconded 9th inst. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Cambridge. CA RNA R VONSHIRE. 7.— Conway ( County).— For leaving his wife and family chargeable to the Conway Union EL1AS WILLIAMS, alias ELIAS FAWR, age 49, height 5 ft. 10 in., strong build, com- plexion swarthy, hair black, eyes dark, scar out- side lel't wrist. A labourer; native of Glan- conwav, Denbighshire. May seek employment. on public works or at farms. Is well known in Denbighshire and Carnarvonshire. Previously convicted of poaching, assaults, drunkenness, vag- rancy, jtc. May be accompanied by his daughter, age about 14. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Rees, Conway. CHESHIRE. 8.— Crewe ( County1.— For stealing a ca « h box containing £ 12 13s.;' 1 lady's gold watch and gold Albert chain, 3 lengths, square pattern, with tassel at end : 4 gold rings; 1 marriage certificate, Fisher Getliffe Godwin and Sarah Elizabeth Mor- ling : and 2 Post Office Savings Bank books, issued at Berkhampstead and Crewe— EDITH MARY BENNETT, age 15, height 4 ft. 9 in., complexion fair, plump face, hair light, one front tooth slightly decayed,; dress, strawberry colour blouse and short skirt, trimmed black velvet, navy blue three- quarter length jacket with turn down collar, cuffs turned up, pearl buttons, white straw hat, trimmed 2 T H E P O L I C E G A Z E T T E. FRIDAY, MARCH 10, 1905. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued: red roses and greenish or blue material, button boots. A domestic servant; native of Crewe. Will probably seek employment through Registry Offices. Warrant issued. Crewe ( County). — For stealing from his lodgings, a dark grey striped jacket; 1 light dust coat; and 2s. 6d.— HARRY SCOTT, age 26 to 30, height 5 ft. 6£ in., complexion fair, full flat face, nose dented at bridge, hair ( close cut) li^ ht brown, inclined to sandy, clean shaved, eyes blue, small hole in throat near larynx, swaggering <; ait, 2 bod scars back of neck; dress, brown jacket, blue trousers with patch of white paint thereon, white muffler, light motor cap with dark stripe, light boots, wearing the stolen dust coat. Appearance of a groom, was employed at a circus. Supposed native of London, and to have served in the Field Artillery. Absconded 10th inst. Warrant issued. 10.— Crewe ( County\— For non- appearai ce to a summons for cruelty to animals— HENRY WOOD, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., rather stout build, complexion fair, hair light brown, clean shaved, slightly bow legged. He was recently hawking fish at Oswestry and Welsh- pool. Warrant issued. 11.— Crewe ( County).— For stealing ( bailee) a bicycle on or about 18th January last — GEORGE EDWIN WOOD, age 24 ( looks " Iden. height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., stiff build, complexion fair, rather round face, hair brown, clean shaven, rather heavy lower jaw ; dress, dark grey coat and vest, grey striped trousers, light grey overcoat, black hard felt bat. A native of Burton- on- Trent. Has been employed as a traveller ; also as an assistant in drapery establishments. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Pearson, Crewe. CORNWALL. 12.— Penzance ( Borough).— For failing to report — Supervisee REGINALD WILLIAM NEVILLE, Office No. 1982- 02, age 52, height 5 ft. 4| in., complexion dark, hair brown, eyes grey, scar outside right and above inner angle left eye- brow. A native of Aberdeen. Sentenced at Exeter Quarter Sessions, 19th October, 1898, to 5 years penal servitude and 5 years supervision for obtaining food and money by false pretences. Licenced 19th July, 1902. T. Y 366. Warrant issued. Information to Head Constable Nicholas, Pen- zance. DERBYSHIRE. 13.— Derby ( Borough).— For failing to re- port — Licence- holder ERNEST SPICER, Office No. 3171- 01, age 28, height 5 ft. 3^ in., com- plexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes blue grey, mole crown of head, scar right eyebrow. A plum- ber and decorator; native of Peterborough. Sen- tenced at Norwich City Quarter Sessions, 3rd October, 1902, to 3 years penal servitude for cycle stealing and false pretences. Licenced 3rd January last. C 455. To be dealt with where found. Information to Captain Haywood, Chief Con- stable, Derby. DORSETSHIRE. 14.— Beaminster ( County).— For obtain- ing a suit of clothes; 1 pair boots; 2 shirts; and food and lodgings by false pretences, at Catherston — ALBERT NOWELL ( supposed false), age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, clean shaved, cut mark about 2 in. long on one cheek; probably wearing navy blue serge suit and cap. Stated he was a native of Exeter, and that he had been invalided from the Navy. Recently employed as a mason's labourer at Charmouth. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Brooks, Beaminster. ESSEX. 15 — Epping ( County). — For stealing a wooden bowl containing 10s.— SIDNEY NEGUS, age about 30, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., hair light, clean shaved, full face, probably has a scar on temple; dress, brown overcoat, large pockets, " Cohen, City Tailors, Hoxton," on tab, bluish trousers, neckerchief, plaid cap. A labourer; native of Walthamstow. Had in his possession a^ ticket, No. 530, issued by the Walthamstow Urban District Council, signed by Foreman Jones. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Laver, Epping. 16.— Romford ( County}.— For failing to re- ports Licence- holder JOHN BAXTER, alias JAMES LEE, JAS. STAFFORD, MATTHEW BAXTER, JOHN JACKSON, and JAMES SMITH, Office No. 1753- 02, age 63, height 5 ft. 4J in., complexion fresh, hair ( bald on top) grey, eyes blue, " J. STAFFORD " front left wrist. A labourer; native of Crewe. Sentenced at Clielm- i'ord Quarter Sessions, 7th January, 1903, to 3 years penal servitude for obtaining food and money by false pretences. Licenced 8th inst. P Z d. 477. Information to Supt. Creasy, Romford. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. .17.— Bristol ( CitvV— For failing to report — Licence- holder HENRY THORNTON, alias HENRY FUSSELL, WALTER GRAHAM, HENRY MORLEY, ALFRED HARRINGTON, HENRY DRAYTON, and HENRY STRATTON, Office No. 2741- 02, age 58, height 5 ft. 7£ in., complexion fresh, hair ( turning grey) light brown, eyes blue, scar left side forehead and on right cheek, left foot amputated. A press maker; native of Stourbridge. Sentenced at Bristol Assizes, 27th November, 1902, to 3 years penal servitude for warehousebreaking. Licenced 10th March, 1905. J P V c 811. Information to Chief Constable Allbutt, Bristol. HAMPSHIRE. 18.— Bournemouth ( County).— For steal- ing £ 1, 16th inst.— WILLIAM ALFRED COOK, age 32, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes hazel, tattooed both arms and on chest; dress, pepper and salt colour jacket and vest, blue serge trousers, supposed red tie, light cap. A native of Yeovil. He served in the Dor- setshire Regiment, has since been employed as a navvy. Warrant issued. 19.— Bournemouth ( County).— For steal- ing ( bailee) 4 £ 5 notes, 14th inst.— SILAS MARSH, age 66, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., hair ( bald on top) turning grey, is subject to fits; dress, black suit, dark overcoat, light print tie, soft felt hat, heavy lace boots. Has been employed as an office caretaker. Was seen at Salisbury, 15th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hack, Bournemouth. 5: 0.— f areham ( County).— For leaving his wife and family chargeable to the Common Fund of the Fareham Union, 14th ult. — WALTER BRADLEY, age 42, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion pale, hair ( bald on top) dark, moustache light brown, eyes hazel, anchor on both forearms, penny tattooed back of one hand; dress, blue guernsey, " Evona " in green letters thereon, blue trousers, yachting cap with shiny peak, brown shoes. A native of Fareham; belongs to the Naval Reserve. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Carman, Fareham. 21.— Portsmouth ( Borough).— For larceny — DAVID STEINMAN, age 13, height 4 ft. 10 in., complexion pale, hair ( rather long) dark brown, eyes brown, well educated; dress, dark tweed knicker suit, dark overcoat of similar material, button boots. Warrant issued. 22.— Portsmouth ( Borough). — For non- maintenance of his wife and family— ERNEST CHARLES AIRS, age 29, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., slight build, hair dark, moustache auburn, cast in one eye, 3 toes missing from lst joint. May be found employed as an engine driver on new works. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Portsmouth. KENT. 23.— Dartford ( County).— For leaving his wife chargeable to the Dartford Poor Law Union — WILLIAM HENR^ Y SMITH, age 38, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion pale, hair light; dress, light overcoat, check jacket and vest, drab colour trousers, hard felt hat. A tailor. Warrant issued. For non- payment of £ 20 13s. 6d., maintenance arrears— JOHN IVES, age 65, height 5 ft. 2 in., complexion ruddy, hair ( turning grey, bald on top) light brown, eyes grey, tip of right thumb and left fore finger missing. A navvy; native of Dart ford. Warrant issued. For leaving his wife and children chargeable to the Dartford Poor Law Union— JAMES GRAY, age 47, height 5 ft. 2i in., complexion fair, hair light brown, eyes blue. A labourer. Warrant issued. For stealing ( bailee) 2 pairs of trousers and a bag — GEORGE BUCKLAND, age 30, height 6 ft. 2 in., complexion and hair dark, front teeth project; dress, dark tweed double breasted jacket, blue serge trousers, hard felt hat, brown boots. A tailor. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Kemp, Dartford. LANCASHIRE. 24.— Ormskirk ( County). — For stealing from a Hydro at Birkdale, 5th inst., where he stayed 8 days, 1 gold crescent brooch, set 9 or 10 diamonds, large one in centre; 1 do. turquoise brooch, large double true lovers' knot; 1 do. Indian thick snake bracelet, chased, knot at end, set 4 turquoise; 1 heavy 9 ct. curb; 1 gold thin curb, with rough fresh water pearl hanging; 1 gold dull bracelet, snake link pattern, fastens with snap and safety chain; 1 lady's gold turquoise ring, set small diamonds all round; 1 do. antique I'ing, clasped hands and heart ( heart in turquoise); 1 do. antique marquise ring, set turquoise ( cracked) and 4 diamonds; 1 do. dress ring, set 2 opals, 4 diamonds, and 1 pearl; 1 do., set 5 whole pearls; 1 do., small, set with small carbuncle; 1 antique split ring, chased; 2 old fashioned seals; 1 cross; 1 gold plated brooch, link pattern, with small knobs; 2 pearl ear drops, set 2 small diamonds, cannot be fastened to ears, small rings attached; 1 pair of imitation pearl ear drops; 1 pair large coral do.; 1 light grey check jacket and vest, single breasted; 3 £ 5 notes, stamped " Smedley" s Hydropathic Establishment, Matlock— Licence- holder JAMES ROBERTSON, alias ANDREW STEPHENSON, JAMES BAR- TON, JAMES ALEXANDER BERTIE, JAS. RICHARDSON, JAMES CARR, ROBERT JAMES BARNES, and ROBERT CARROLL, Office No. 3507- 99 ( Case No. 41, 10th February last), age 64, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair ( bald on top) grey ( dyed sandy brown), eyes blue, 2 scars outside left wrist, 1 back of neck. A book binder; native of Liverpool. Sen- tenced at Chester County Quarter Sessions, 10th April, 1901, to 5 years penal servitude for larceny ( bailee). Licenced 9th January, 1905. O R X b 25. Information to Supt. Jervis, Ormskirk. 25.— Liverpool ( City).— For uttering forged foreign bank notes ( 4 100- Lira Bank of Italy, Nos. 0398- 1987- 7195- 7513, and 2 50- Lira Bank of Naples, Nos. 09118 and 09178), all dated 1896— A MAN, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 7 in., com- plexion sallow, full face, high forehead, hair brown, moustache ( waxed at ends) light, speaks broken English; wearing light colour overcoat, hard felt hat. Supposed a Frenchman. He called at a money changer's, and cashed the above notes, also cashed similar sets of notes at four other money changers'. Warrant issued. Information to the Head Constable, Detective Department, Liverpool. 26.— Lancaster ( Borough).— For rape, < Sth inst.— JOHN FOX, age 25, height 5 ft. 9 in., com- plexion fresh, long face, hair light brown, eyes grey; dress, grey jacket suit, long brown over- coat, grey cap, light lace boots. A farm labourer. May endeavour to enlist. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Harriss, Lan- caster. MONMOUTHSHIRE. 27.— Monmouth ( County). — For leaving his wife and family chargeable to the Monmouth Union— SILVESTER JAMES, age 40, height 5 ft. 7i in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache brown, eyes ( wild expression) blue, bald patch size of a 2s. piece on back of head, addicted to drink, of smart appearance. He served 18 years in the Royal Engineers. A shoemaker; native of Monmouth. Warrant issued. Information to Capt. Parker, Supt. of Police, Monmouth. NORFOLK. 28.— Yarmouth ( Borough).— For stealing a bicycle ( recovered)— GLADYS LAUDER, alias ROSS and PHILLIPS, age 24 or 25, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., stout build, paints face, hair dark, wears a fringe; dress, grey jacket, dark skirt, blue silk blouse, crimson hat with large strings attached. Stated she was an actress, recently returned from New York. ( See Cases Nos. 9, 13, and 29, 31st ult.) Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Parker, Yar- mouth. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. 29.— Northampton ( Borough).—¥ OT forg- ing and uttering a receipt for the payment of £ 1, 6th ult.— WILLIAM SHARMAN, age 30, height about 5 ft. 6 in., complexion pale, hair, moustache, and eyes dark; dress, blue striped jacket suit, light dust coat, dark cap, blue and white knitted tie. Lately employed as manager to a Tea Company. May seek employment as a canvasser. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Northamp- ton. FRIDAY, MARCH 21, 1905. T H E P O L I C E G A Z E T T E . 5 PORTRAITS OF PERSONS WANTED. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 30.— T Division.— For sodomy— Expiree THOMAS LENTON, Office No. 1- 01 ( Cases 8, 24th, and 3, 31st ults.), age 38, height 5 ft. 9£ in., complexion fresh, hair ( thin on top, turning grey) brown, moustache ( cut short, turning grey) dark now supposed growing a beard; dress, brown jacket, black trousers, bluish cotton shirt, dirty detachable shirt front, no collar or tie, dark grey stitched soft felt hat, shabby appearance. He chooses a Suburban District, accosts boys, ages 10 to 13 years, induces one to accompany him, ostensibly to collect golf balls or to carry a parcel, gives the lad money to purchase sweets, directs him to walk in front until an unfrequented spot on waste ground or common land is reached, and then frightens the lad into submission by placing a white- handled knife upon his hat, threatening to cut the boy's throat if he attempts the least noise. Sentenced at Northampton County Quarter Ses- sions, 8th April, 1897, to 5 years penal servitude and 2 years supervision for attempted bestiality. Licence twice revoked. Liberated, on expiration of sentence, 30th September, 1904. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. GLA MORGA NSHIRE. 31.— Cardiff { Borough).— For embezzlement — JAMES KEEPENCE, age 40 to 43, height 5 ft. 11 in., slight build, complexion sallow, long face, small bead, large nose, pointed chin, Lair and moustache dark. A carter. Absconded 3rd January last. Has been employed at Pimlico and Fulhain, London. Warrant issued. Information to the Head Constable, Cardiff. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued)— NOR THUMBERLAND. NO TTINGHA MS HIRE. 36.— Nottingham ( City).— For steaMng a bicycle ( recovered)— GLADYS LAI DER, alias ROSS and PHIi LIPS, age 23 or 24, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., complexion fresh, oval face, hair ( worn low on forehead) dark, teeth somewhat decayed ; dress, pink cashmere blouse, blue skirt, grey three- quarter length jacket with small cape, large bright red straw hat trimmed red poppies. She took lodgings, stated she was employed by a music hall artist. Supposed to be identical with Woman described in Case No. 31, 14th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Clay, Notting- ham. 35.— Morpeth ( County)— For embezzling £ 15 16s. 7d., monies of the Font Water Works Sick Fund— ROBERT PEEL LAVERICK, age 50, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair ( turning grey), moustache, and slight side whiskers brown, twitches one eye; dress, grey tweed suit, hard felt hat, lace boots. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable of Northum- berland, or to Supt. Weddell, Morpeth. SHROPSHIRE. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 33.— W Division.— For stealing a cheque for £ 235 — ERNEST TOYER, age 34, height 5 ft. 7i to 8 in., complexion inclined to sallow, hair light brown, eyes ( rather prominent) hazel, large prominent fixed jaw, has a habit of screwing his eyes when in conversation; dress, blue serge jacket suit, dark grey Chesterfield overcoat, Raglan pockets. A native of Luton. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. 38. — Oswestry ( County). — For stealing ( bailee), 3rd inst., a " New Merlin." bicycle, No. 2688, free wheel, upturned handle bars, plated rims and spokes, Dunlop ( new pattern) tyres, 24 in. frame, black enamelled, gold lines, rat trap pedals, " The Merlin Cycle Coy., Coventry," trans- fer on head and frame under saddle, 2 inverted Lever Bowden brakes, Brooks's saddle—- — CRAW- FORD ( supposed false), age about 26, height about 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair and slight moustache light sandy, round features, of smart appearance; dress, navy blue suit, dark cap, lace boots. Was accompanied by a Boy, age about 13, hair dark; dress, light grey jacket, Eton collar, grey knickers, dark cap, lace boots. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Lewis, Oswestry. METROPOLITAN 31 ,— B Division.— For stealing ( servant) £ 92 8s. 7d.— FREDERICK A. HALL, age 32, height 6 ft., complexion dark, hair very dark, eyes * OLICE DISTRICT 32.— B Division.— For stealing ( servant) £ 14, 9th inst.— BENN ODDY HOLGATE, age 28, height 5 ft. 9| in., complexion dark, hair ( going bald on top) brown, eyes grey; dress, blue serge coat, blue jacket, dark tie, grey striped trousers, grey, of military appearance; dress, grey striped trousers, blue serge jacket, black vest, blue spots, lined red flannel, black striped trousers, black hard felt hat, wearing horseshoe pin, set pearl. A native of Trowbridge, Wilts. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. blue Melton overcoat, mixture cap, military shirt, calico pants, stamped " 9021." A native of Brad- ford. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. 37.— Oswestry ( County). — For stealing, 13th inst., a horse ( recovered) — ARTHUR SPIERS, age about 22, height 5 ft. 5 in., com- plexion fair, hair light brown, clean shaved, eyes blue or grey, peculiar mouth, long thin features, large irregular teeth, heavy eyelashes; dress, dark square cut jacket suit, dark neckerchief with narrow white stripe, grey plaid cap, large peak, light lace boots, may be wearing a ring on right little finger. A groom; native of Landforda, near Oswestry. Warrant issued. 158 T H E P O L I C E G A Z E T TE FRIDAY, MARCH 31, 1905. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued)— S TAFFORDS HIRE. 39.— B lis ton ( County).— For housebreaking and stealing jewellery— JOHN HYDE, age 24, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion pale, hair and slight moustache light, eyes blue; dress, dark jacket and vest, cord trousers, cap, scarf, lace boots. A native of Gornal Wood, Sedgley. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Spendlove, Bilston. HO— Burslem ( County) — For stealing a pair of boots— THOMAS BICKERTON, alias BRUSH, age 45, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fresh, hair ( turning grev) and moustache brown, eyes grey; dress, dark suit, black hard hat. A fish hawker or greengrocer; native of Burslem. He took lodgings, 15th inst., committed larceny, and decamped 18th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Hill, Burslem. SUSSEX ( East). 41.— Hastings ( Borough). — For stealing, 6th inst., a lady's " New Rapid " bicycle, enamelled black, two Bowden brakes, plated rims, Palmer tyres, panel gear case, Lamplough saddle — GLADYS LAUDER, alios ROSS and PHILLIPS, age about 23, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., rather stout build, complexion fresh, hair ( fringe on forehead) dark, eyes brown, slight American accent; dress, long grey tweed coat, sac back, pink blouse with pleated front, red hat trimmed red tulle, black veil, single strand pearl necklace. ( See Cases Nos. 9, 13, and 29, 31st ult.) Warrant issued. 42. — Hastings ( Boroug1-).— For stealing 12th inst., a bicycle, black enamelled, usual parts plated, Chater- Lea fittings, B. S. A. hubs, in. extension tube to bottom bracket, in. top stay, " Micro" free wheel clutch, " Appleby" chain, \ in. pitch, odd cranks, leather toe clips, transfer on head and back mudguard, " The Tower Cycle," flat handle bar, " Crabbe" back brake, " Accurate " front rim brake, odd tyres, Brooks's saddle, " B. 302," stamped thereon, jointless hollow rims, plated, " Lucas, King of the Road " lamp, " New Departure" bell, tool bag with spanner and oil can, parcel carrier at back— HERMAN MINDI or MINDE, a German, age about 19, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion pale, hair dark brown, clean shaved; dress, dark grey jacket and vest, striped trousers, grey cap, patent leather house shoes. Appearance of a waiter. May be found at Italian or German lodg-, ing houses. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Hastings. WA R WICKS HIRE. 43.— Birmingham ( City).— For embezzl- i ins; £ 10 7s. lOd. and £ 1 10s. lid.— PHILLIP' MORRISEY, age about 30, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in.; complexion sallow, hair ( curly at sides) and mousi tache ( curled at ends) dark, swaggering gait; dress, light grey mixture suit, light grey overcoat, black felt hat with flat brim. A merchant's cashier j native of London. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, Birmingr ham. on knuckles of lst and 2nd right fingers; dress, black jacket and vest, light trousers, blue, yellow, < vnd red striped muffler, black cap, shoes. A native of Royton, Lanes. ! Warrant issued. Information to Supt. McDonald, Court House, Rot her ham. YORKSHIRE ( North Riding). 46.— Guisborough ( County).— For steal- ing £ 21— JOHN FRANCIS METCALFE, age 16, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., complexion dark, hair ( tinted with ginger) brown; dress, new dark suit, ; light button boots. A native of Guisborough; has served part of his time as a machinist. May seek employment at bicycle, motor car, or similar works. May have with him a new " Raglan " bicycle, rat trap pedals with leather toe clips, and a road map. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Rose, Guisborough. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 47.— Hiiddersfield ( Borough,).— For ob- taining £ 4 by false pretences, llth inst.— A WOMAN, age 30 to 35, medium height, slight build, complexion pale, wears glasses, appearance of a nursery governess or schoolmistress. She cal's upon tradespeop'e, produces two old water colour pictun s which sho represents are by the late David Cox, wafer colour artist; that she is living with h » r aunt, who is ill and in need of ass stance, ol tains money on the pictures and prumises to call again. It is afterwards ascer- tained that the pictures are only worth a few shillings. Is probably practising this fraud else- where. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Morton, Hud- dersfield. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. ANGLESEY. 48 — Holyhead ( County).— Committed for trial at Anglesey Assizes, on or about 6th June next, for sacrilege — JOHN WILLIAMS ( sup- posed false), age 25 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 3| in., complexion dark, hair dark brown, eyes grey, " A. K." and dots in blue ink back of left forearm; dress, navy blue jacket, fawn colour check vest, black trousers, blue and red striped scarf, grey cap, lace boots. A native of Dublin.— THOMAS JONES ( supposed false), age 29, height 5 ft. 11 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, slight moustache light, eyes grey, dragon, basket of flowers, eagle, star and American Hags, bust of female, shamrock leaf, clasped hands, and heart right forearm, ring on right little finger, mer- maid, clasped hands, anchor and roses, man's leg encircled by snake, pierced heart, cross on pedestal left forearm, rings on left middle and little fingers in red and blue ink; dress, black alpaca jacket, black vest, navy blue trousers, fancy silk scarf, black cap, lace boots. A native of Cardiff. Information to Supt. Prothero, Holyhead. YORKSHIRE ( East Riding). 41. — Pooklington ( County).— For obtain!- ing, 28th ult., by false pretences, 1 dark gre£ showerproof overcoat, vertical side pockets; and 1 pair Dent's brown kid gloves— Expiree EDWARD SWIRES, alias FREDERICK GREEN, WIL- LIAM GARNETT, WILLIAM GORDON PEAR- SON, WILLIAM LANCASTER, VERITY. HARTLEY, GREY, BEAUMONT, DUN- COMBE, BOLSHAW, LEETIIAM, and " Sit WILLIAM COOK," Office No. 1544- 99, age 66, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair, whisker^, beard ( pointed) and moustache very grey, long face, rather large nose, walks badly, splay feefj, mole corner left eye, nail 2nd left finger deformed!; dress, stolen overcoat, black morning coat anjl vest, dark grey striped trousers, black hat. Ah engineer; native of Market Rasen, Lines. Statea he belonged to a firm of agricultural implement makers, Wakefield, that he had taken Waplingtop Hall, and that the servants would require new uniform. Sentenced at Leeds City Sessions, 9th October, 1900, to 3 years penal servitude for obtaining money by false pretences. Licence revoked, liberated on 2nd licence, 29th January, 1905, which expired lst inst. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Stephenson, Pocklingtom 45 - Rnthcrham ( Cmtnty).— For stealing lst inst., from Aldwarke Main Colliery, Parkgate, £ 7 16s. 9d., he being a beneficial owner of the same— WILLIAM MEREDITH, age 46, height 5 ft. 10 in., stoops slightly, complexion fresh, hair ( turning grey) black, eyes dark b » own, cut scdjr CUMBERLAND. 49.— Workington ( County).— Committed for trial at next Quarter Sessions for lamb stealing — JOHN SPENCER, alias THOMAS McLOUGHLIN, age 31, height 5 ft. 5f in., com- plexion fresh, hair light brown, slight moustache light, eyes blue, crucifix, heart, woman on globe, clasped hands, rose and woman's hand tattooed on right forearm, rock of ages, girl with anchor and girl on eagle left forearm. A coalminer; native of Bacup, Lancashire. Travelled the country with roundabouts, attended fairs, & c. Supposed pre viously convicted and wanted elsewhere. Information to Supt. Cheesman, Workington. NORFOLK. 50.— Down ham Market ( County).— Re manded to Petty Sessions, lst prox., charged with larceny, 13th inst.— ALFRED JACKSON, age 30, height 5 ft. 6J in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes brown; dress, old green jacket, blue vest and trousers, black tie, brown boots. A native of Leytonstone, Essex. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Mash, Downham Market. SHROPSHIRE. 51.— Oswestry ( County).— Sentenced, 13th inst., to 1 month imprisonment for larceny — THOMAS WILLIAMS, age 32, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion sallow, hair dark brown, slight mous- tache light, eyes hazel, large nose, two upper teeth missing, varicose veins right leg; dress, old dark grey jacket and vest, brown cord trousers, blue muffler with red stripe, brown cap, old lace boots. States he is a native of Leeds, that he was employed for 4 years on the L. & N. W. Railway at Manchester, and left in 1903, also that he was invalided from the Durham Light Infantry in 1897.— DAVID JOHNSON, age 34, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, moustache light, eyes hazel, nose inclines to right side, four front upper teeth missing, burn mark right knee; dress, old light grey jacket and vest, cord trousers, black and white plaid muffler, light cap, lace boots. States he is a native of Bradford. — GEORGE SMITH, age 28, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, slight moustache light, eyes grey; dress, blue serge vest, trousers, and cap, light striped jacket, blue muffler, light lace boots. States he is a ship's fireman; native of Canada. They are supposed wanted elsewhere. Information to Supt. Lewis, Oswestry. 52.— Whitchurch ( County). — Committed for trial at Salop Quarter Sessions for larceny ( person) at Woore races— ROBERT SEYMOUR, alias GEORGE THOMAS FRENCH, THOMAS SIMMONDS, THOMAS NEVILLE, ARTHUR ROBERTSON, ROBERT SINCLAIR, and ROBERT BROOKES, Office No. 3064- 02, age 27, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes blue, " A" above left, " S" above right wrist; well dressed. A race follower; native of London. Has been previously convicted at London, Preston, Altrincham, Manchester, and Doncaster. Information to Supt. Edge, Whitchurch. PROPERTY^ STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 53.— C Division.— 3 silver trays ( 1 £ 3 in. plain oval wiih shaped gadroon border, " I2P7 5336," and " 65090 " scratched on back ; 1 22 in. plain oval with gadroon and shell border, 94- 45, 5< 39 R," and " 50090," scratched on back; 1 22 in. oval, lines engraved, Hated border, " 102' 25, 533S R," and" 51030," scratched on back; " Gold- smith's and Silversmiths' Co. Ltd., 112 Regent Street, London," staTped on back of each.) Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BERKSHIRE. 54.— Wokingham ( County).— 5th inst., at Maiden Erleigh Steeplechases, a gold hunter watch, engraved back, " Julius Kurz " inside; 1 silver English lever, open face, chased back, Roman figures, second hand, maker " Borelli " inside; 1 pair long field glasses, black, with sliding shades at end, wheel to regulate sight in centra, and a small wheel. Information to Supt. Goddard, Wokingham. 55.— Reading ( B'tro - gh). — 13th inst., a lady's 18 ct. gold ring, set 3 diamonds and 2 sap- phires, centre diamond large— By A MAN, age about 36, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fair, clean shaved, white hands; wearing dark blue overcoat, velvet collar, light brown cap, wore a ring on one left finger. He called at a house and stated that he wished to inspect the gas stove and fittings. Information to Capt. Henderson, Chief Con- stable, Reading. BUCKINGHAMSHIRE. 56.— Slough ( County).— 2nd inst., at Horton, a " Tupper's Reliance" road racer bicycle, No. 2193, 21 in. drop frame, 26 in. wheels, black rims, Palmer tyres, enamelled black, wide plated handle bar clipped to top of front forks and cannot be raised, felt grip on one handle, other missing, Bowden back brake, racing saddle, no mud guards, Lucas lamp, repaired at top with hair pin, small leather wallet containing oiler, spanner, and re- pair outfit attached, Chater Lea fittings — Sus- picion is attached to A MAN, age about 25, height about 6 ft. 2 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, moustache slight, walks erect; dress, brown jacket suit and cap, white neckerchief, wore a silver watch chain with silver medal in centre. Ap- peared well acquainted with the neighbourhood of Shoreditch. Information to Supt. Pearman, Slough. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 57. — Cheltenham ( County). — Between 25th and 27th ult., a black suit, braid on edges of coat; 1 woollen undervest and pair of pants; 1 dark cap; about 12 coloured pocket handkerchiefs; 1 pair light lace boots, size 7 or 8. The thief left behind an old suit. 5th inst., a lady's silver Geneva watch, " S. Jarvis" scratched inside; 1 small gun metal watch; 1 gold chain, 2 pendants ( 1 with pearl in oeiitre) attached; 1 yellow chain, photograph of a lady as pendant attached; 6 silver brooches ( 1 Mizpah with two hearts, 1 paste, 1 bird, 1 " Sarah," 1 shamrock, 1 lizard); 1 pearl necklet; and a photograph of a lady. 7th inst., by burglary, a silver plated oval tear pot, chased, hold about a pint; 1 dark grey over FRIDAY, MARCH 21, 1905. T H E P O L I C E G A Z E T T E. 5 PROPERTY STOLEN ( continued)— coat, velvet collar, vertical pockets, nearly new; 1 pair grey cycling stockings; 1 silver mounted briar pipe; 1 chamois leather pouch, with shield thereon. 8th inst., by housebreaking, a lady's gold watch, No. 38226, black beaded chain attached; 1 gold ring, with heart thereon, engraved " E. H."; 1 brooch made of a Jubilee shilling; 1 common pearl necklet; and a brilliant star. Information to Supt. Hopkins, Cheltenham. HAMPSHIRE. 58.— Aldershot ( County).— 9th inst., 4 bars Boehm shaving soap; 1 box Celestia soap; 21 tab lets scented soap; 1 shaving stick; 5 bottles hair dressing, " Tom Fort, Aldershot, thereon; 5 " Syn- tax" shaving sticks; 1 " Colgate" shaving stick; 1 do. shaving tablet; 5 black handle razors, in red cases, " Tom Fort, Aldershot," thereon; and 1 in black case, with same name thereon; 1 bottle of bay rum; 4 tubes of pomade, with " Hussar " thereon; 2 tablets of Clematis soap; 2 combs ( 1 clipper and 1 cropper); 2 shaving brushes, with metal handles; 2 bottles violet Brilliantine; 1 " Williams " shaving stick; 4 tooth brushes, white bone handles; 1 pack of cards; 7 " R. TI. S." foun- tain pens; 1 packet cream colour square envelopes; 4 boxes of fancy stationery; 3 nail brushes; 1 shaving brush, yellow hair, wooden handle; 2 black covered pocket books; 1 black leather covered pocket book; 2 square brown leather purses, with flap and metal fastening; 1 horse shoe shape purse, with flap fastening; 2 briar pipes, silver mounted, 1 black and 1 yellow mouth- piece; and 1 large bath towel. Information to Supt. Hawkins, Aldershot. 59 - Portsmouth ( Borough).—, 21st ult., a gold watch, open face, No. 93246, small gold link chain and sovereign and half sovereign case attached. Information to the Chief Constable, Portsmouth. HER TFOROSHIRE. GO.— Hltchin ( County).— 9th inst , by bur- glary, at Perton, a pigskin purse, " G. Males" marked inside, containing £ 5 lis.; 1 old fawn colour covert coat, 4 pockets outside with flaps, bone buttons, a 2 ft. folding rule, with notches on first brass joint, showing various angles, and several letters in one pocket. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Rey- nolds, Hitchin. NOR THA MPTONSHIRE. bl— Northampton ( Borough).— t) ih. inst., a gold half hunter keyless watch, No. 1724, mono- gram " E. A. B. A." on back, glass broken; 1 18 ct. gold curb Albert with silver case on end, 2 com- partments, 1 side forming sovereign case, other match box, attached; 1 plain gold signet ring, crest thereon, half hoop, star in centre. Information to the Chief Constable, Northamp- ton. SHROPSHIRE. 62.— Oswestry ( County). — Between 13th and 15th inst., at Ellesmere, a lady's gold ring, set turquoise; 2 cloister gold rings; 3 paste gold rings; 2 gold chain rings; 4 paste gold rings ( 1 with 2 hearts, pearls, and turquoise); 4 gold chain heart rings; 1 plain gold paste ring; 1 wedding ring; 1 brooch ( bird set in silver set- tings) ; 2 gold brooches; 1 black gun metal watch, " Laredis " on face. Information to Supt. Lewis, Oswestry. STAFFORDSHIRE. M — Burslem ( County). — 28th ult, by housebreaking ( see Case No. 44, 7th inst.), a lady's gold watch, embossed case, plain dial, No. 1898471 ; lady's long gold guard, secret link pattern, at- tached ; 1 silver Waltham lever, " Pat Pinnion" on dial, No. 189605; 1 silver patent lever, " Ken- dal and Dent " inside case, jewelled in 15 holes, specially examined, No. 131416, gold Albert, long and short links alternately, with seal, attached. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Hill, Burslem. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 64.— York ( City).— 17th inst., two bicycles ( lst, No. 29436, maker A. James, 26 in. frame, free wheel, two hand brakes, plated rims, black enamel frame, rat trap pedals, Warwick tyres, pump and tool bag attached. 2nd, maker A. Stamford, 24 in. frame, black enamelled, back pedalling brake, Victor saddle, new clipper tyres, rubber pedals, high handle bars, plating much worn, celluloid mudguards, leather tool bag, bell and black pump attached). Information to Chief Constable Burrow, York. ANIMALS, & c., STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 65,— N Division.— 7th inst., a bay mare, age 7 years, 15 hands 2 in., white star on forehead, knees slightly chipped, hair rubbed off off hock, medium mane and tail, good action and condition. 66.— w Division.— A strawberry roan Russian pony, 13 hands, white star on face, shaggy mane, short tail, flat feet, shod with leather in front. In good condition. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. PERSONS or BODIES FOUND KENT. 67.— Chatham ( Cmnty).— In Higham Rail- way Tunnel, near Rochester, the body of a fully developed FEMALE CHILD, wrapped in brown paper tied with string. A verdict of wilful murder was returned at the inquest 13th inst. Information to Supt. Sargent, Chatham. APPREHENSIONS. 68.— Metropolitan Police District, N Division.— ARTHUR RUSKIN, Case No. 4, 20th January last. 69. — Buckinghamshire, Slough ( County). — SYBIL McCALL, alias MILLIE ROBERTS, OSBORNE, and CLINTON, Case No. 10, 14th inst. 70.— Cheshire, Broxton ( County).— HARRY MCKENZIE, Office No. 347- 03, Case No. 13, 28th October, 1904. 71 — Cheshire, Crewe ( County).— HAKRY WARDLE, Case No. 11, 14th October 1904. 72.— Derbyshire, Derby ( County.—) FREDERICK WEBSTER, Case No. 8,3rd Febru- ary, 1905, and sentenced, 14th inst., to 2 months imprisonment. 73 — Lancashire, Liverpool ( City).— A. BULLY, alias T. H. SMITH, Case No. 21, 6th Januaiy last. 74.— Lancashire, Rochdale ( Borough) — JAMES HENRY GUTHRIE, C. S. O., No. M 11809, Case No. 37, 4th March, 1904. 75. — Lincolnshire, Scunthorpe ( County).— JOHN FOGARTY, alias CONYARD, Case No. 24, 20th January last, and now under- going 12 months imprisonment for fraud. 76.- Suffolk ( West), Bury Si. Edmunds ( County).— SIDNEY H. BECK- LEY, Case No. 36, 13th January, 1905, and remanded. LATEST INFORMATION. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 77.— N Division.— Pot obtaining £ 3 10s. by false pretences, 13th February last— OSCAR KIRKBY, age 38, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion and hair dark, eyes dark brown, walks erect; dress, blue serge jacket suit, black hard felt hat, lace boots. A native of Leyton. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 78.— Stroud ! County).— For stealing £ 9, — HENRY WILLIAMS, age 16, height 5 ft., complexion pale, hair light, eyes blue; dress, dark suit, light check cap, heavy nailed boots. A native of Eastington, Gloucestershire. He was employed at a hair- dresser's. May seek similar employment. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Biggs, Stroud. KENT. Ti.— Ramsgate ( Borough). — For obtain- ing by false pretences, 28th February last, a pair Bedford cord breeches; 1 light drab overcoat, with black velvet collar, vertical pockets, label '' Staines, Tailors, Maidstone," supposed inside— H. WIL- SON, alias GROVE, age about 40, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., stout build, complexion fair, moustache light, walks badly; usually wears blue jacket and trousers, red vest, a brown check suit, or brown leggings, cap, or hard felt hat, and the stolen coat and breeches. A restaurant and public house manager. He came from Torquay about 8 months ago, where he stated he was manager of a res- taurant for several years, formerly managed a public house at Cardiff, has resided at Plymouth, speaks of Bath. Is an associate of theatrical managers, horse dealers, and dog fanciers. Ab- sconded about llth ult. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Jones, Rams- gate. NO TTINGHA MS HIRE. Nottingham ( City).— For failing to report— Supervisee CHARLES ELLESWORTH, alias WILLIAM CLAYTON, JOHN NORTON, and CHARLES JOHNSON, Office No. 2362- 02, age 31, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, scar across nose. An engineer; native of London. Sentenced at Nottingham City Sessions, 21st January, 1904, to 7 months hard labour and 2 years supervision for larceny. 2353. Warrant issued, but if arrested before the ex- piration of his sentence it is requested that he be dealt with where found. Information to Chief Constable Clay, Notting- ham. SUFFOLK ( East). 81.— Stowmarket ( County).— For obtain- ing meal and corn by false pretences at Bacton, 20th February last— THOMAS FORD, age about 30, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache light brown, large eyes; dress, light frock coat and trousers, black hard felt hat. A native of Debenham; appearance of a low horse dealer. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Supt. Page, Stowmarket. SUSSEX ( East). 82.— Eastbourne ( Borough).— For steal- ing, llth inst., a new brown tin box, about 2A ft. long, ft. wide, containing a round brown felt hat with black and white pom pom; 1 grey skirt; 1 blue blouse; 1 black bolero jacket; 1 fawn colour skirt and bodice; 1 blue print dress; 1 violet do.; 16 aprons; 1 new flannel petticoat; 2 new flannelette do.; 9 pocket handkerchiefs: 1 new wicker work box, about 10 by 6 in., lined blue silk; 1 bible; 1 common prayer book; 1 brush; 1 comb— DAISY MILTON, age 22, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair light, eyes hazel, lisps. A domestic servant. Absconded llth inst. Information to Major Teale, Chief Constable, Eastbourne. WA R WICKS HIRE. 83.— Birmingham ( City).— For failing to report — Licence- holder WILLIAM COLEMAN, alias PETER JONES, and THOMAS JONES, Office No. 3067- 00, age 55, height 5 ft. 5i in., complexion sallow, hair dark brown, eyes brown, scar palm of left hand. A labourer; native of Northampton. Sentenced at Salford Hundred Sessions, 7th January, 1901, to 5 years penal servitude for shopbreaking. Licenced 21st December, 1904. A J O T b 213.— Supervisee ALFRED ATTWOOD, alias THOMAS SMITH, CHARLES THOMPSON, and THOMAS SHAW, Office No. 279- 01, age 39, height 5 ft. 6f in., com- plexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes blue, scar between eyebrows, anohor front of left forearm. A painter; native of Birmingham. Sentenced at Birmingham Sessions, 27th April, 1903, to 4 months hard labour and 3 years supervision for possessing housebreakinkg implements by night. V 1227.— JAMES SMALLEY, Office No." 765- 04, age 37, height 5 ft. Si in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes hazel, mole right side of neck, dot back of right forearm. A fitter; native of Cheltenham. Sentenced at Birmingham City Sessions, lst July, 1903, to 12 mouths hard labour and 2 years supervision for larceny ( person). Liberated on remission 17th May, 1904. 1876. Warrants issued, but if arrested before the ex APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued)— piration of their sentences, it is requested that they be dealt with where found. Information to Chief Constable Rafter, Birming- ham. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. METROPOLITA N POLICE OIS TRIO T 84— Criminal Investigation De- partment.— Remanded till 26th inst., for forging and uttering acceptances to bills of exchange — HENRY OLIVER, alias J. H. SARGENT and HERRING, age 40, height 5 ft. 8 in., stout build, complexion very dark, full face, hair and heavy moustache black, ey% s liazel, scar centre of forehead, right side of neck, and left forefinger, right little finger scarred and con- tracted ; dress, dark tweed jacket suit, black felt hat or tweed cap. A native of Doddington, Cambs. Information to be forwarded to the Metropoli- tan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. HAMPSHIRE. 85.— Aldershot { County').— Remanded till 25th inst., charged with stealing a bicycle ( re- covered)— GLADYS STEWART, alias CARRE, LAUDER, ROSS, and PHILLIPS, age 22, height 5 ft. 2 in., rather stout build, complexion fresh, hair ( fringe on forehead) dark brown, eyes brown, front teeth decayed; dress, black skirt, light green silk blouse, trimmed white lace and frilled, long grey jacket, shoes, large brown picture hat, trimmed brown chiffon and cowslips, with large strings attached, wearing single strand imitation pearl necklace. States she is a native of Inver- ness, and that she has been an actress. ( See Cases Nos. 9, 13, and 29, 31st ult., and 31 and 39, 14th inst.) Supposed previously convicted. Information to Supt. Hawkins, Aldershot. T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. SHROPSHIRE. 86. — Whitchurch ( County).— Sentenced 18th inst., to 7 days hard labour as a refractory pauper— Licence- holder GEORGE BRADBURY, alias HENRY WATSON and HENRY BRAD- BURY, Office No. 1657- 03, age 52, height 5 ft. 4f in., complexion sallow, hair ( bald on top) dark brown ( turning grey), eves blue, scar on both eye- brows and bridge of nose. A labourer; native of Manchester. Has been tramping the country; supposed wanted elsewhere. Sentenced at Man Chester Assizes, 9th July, 1898, to 7 years penal servitude for housebreaking. Licenced, 20th November, 1903. D. Y. 1366. Information to Supt. Edge, Whitchurch. PROPERTY STOLEN. SHROPSHIRE. St.— Wellington ( County).— 14th inst., a " Royal Enfield " roadster bicycle, free wheel, Dunlop tyres, Westwood plated rims, Eadie coaster hub in back wheel, inverted front rim brake, flat handle bars, black and white celluloid handles, Brooks's saddle, rubber pedals, carrier on back, and head lock damaged, enamelled black, red and white lining. Information to Chief Supt. Edwards, Welling- ton. SUSSEX ( East). 88.— Eastbourne ( Borough).— 12th inst., a " Raleigh Roadster " free wheel safety bicycle, enamelled black, gold lines, No. 106704, straight handle bar, light grey celluloid grips with black tips, usual parts plated, Dunlop tyres, Veeder trip cyclometer on front wheel, rubber pedals with nickel toe clips, gear about 72, carrier above back mudguard, Brooks's saddle, card with " I. S. Boothroyd, M. D., 135 Breakspears Road, Brock- ley, S. E.," thereon. Information to Major Teale, Chief Constable, Eastbourne. FRIDAY, APRIL 21, 1905. ANIMALS, & c., STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 89.— AT Division.— 14th inst., a chestnut gelding, 16 hands, slightly lame near fore leg, wears india rubber pad, half shod in front, " I" branded on off side of back; and a set of silver plated harness, patent leather collar. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. APPREHENSIONS. 90.— Metropolitan Police District, K Division. — RICHARD JENKINS0N, Case No. 3, 27th May, 1898, and discharged. 91— Herefordshire, Hereford ( City) — GEORGE DAY, alias HARRY CARTER, Case No. 22, 14th inst., and committed for trial at next City Quarter Sessions. 92. — Lancashire, Bury ( County).— JOHN PASQUALL, Case No. 32, 16th December, 1904. 93. — Northamptonshire, North- ampton ( Borough).— GEORGE MATTHEWS, Case No. 30, 30th December, 1904, and sentenced at Cambridge Quarter Sessions, 10th inst., to 18 months imprisonment. 94 — Shropshire, Ludlow ( County).— EDWIN LYDIATE, Case No. 30, 8tli April, 1904. 95.— Wiltshire, Swindon ( County).— LESLIE STEWART, Case No. 53, 20th May,. 1904. List of Lloenoo Holders, Supervisees, Expirees, eto., who have been re- apprehended, tor the week ending April 15th, 1905, with the results, etc. Office No. Reference to H. C. Register. NAME. Fresh Offence with which charged. Re- convicted in Name of Result. Date and Place. Name and Division of Officer. .499— 03 547— 01 2827— 02 414— 05 3007— 00 3075— 00 1506— 02 2992— 98 60— 03 1612— 04 993— 02 3214- 01 1971— 04 560— 01 1527— 03 2013— 04 274— 04 1961— 96 382— 03 2021— 04 1352— 04 153— 05 322— 05 224- 96 31937 258- 00 1901- 04 185- 05 2153— 02 Page 323- 04 AMBROSE, GEORGE Page 89- 04 ASHFORD, WALTER — BARRY, MICHAEL Page 68- 05 BROAD, EDWARD Page 27- 05 BROWN, ROBERT Page 90- 03 COPPING, MARY ANN — ; DALY, ERNEST Page 272- 03 DONALDSON. ALEXANDER Page 192- 04 EMMS, EDWARDS Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page 267- 04 GARNER, HENRY WILLIAM — GOODRIDGE. WILLIAM 304- 04 GURNEY, VICTOR 325- 04 HALEY, SUSAN _ HATTON, GEORGE 255- 03 HOVISH. ABRAHAM 331- 04 | JEFFS, HENRY 44- 01 j KEMP, GEORGE — LYNES, THOMAS 61- 03 MARSHALL. JAMES 331- 04 MARTIN, ANNIE 223- 04 ' McALPINE, HENRY 31- 05 55- 05 192- 04 PERRY, WALLACE SAUNDERS, BERT SHEPHERD, CHAS. WOODHOUSE SHRIMPTON, WILLIAM Page _ SMITH, JOHN 313- 04 SMITH, LIONEL 35- 05 THOMPSON, WILLIAM _ i WILLIAMS, JOHN Burglary Stealing fixtures Stealing jewellery Housebreaking Highway robbery Larceny ( person) Warehousbreak in g Stealing pair of boots P. of C. Act Stealing a horse and cart Assault Larceny Larceny ( per.) Larceny ( van) P. of C. Act Housebreaking Absconding with workhouse clothing Attempted larceny ( person) Drunk, 4ic. Larceny ( goods exposed for sale) Larceny ( servant) House and shop- breaking Shopbreaking Forging and utter- ing a money order Larceny ( person) Larccny ( bailee) Suspected person Stealing pony. cart. & c., from a stable P. of O. Act GEORGE WEBB Same Name Same Name EDWARD GEORGE BROAD ROBERT BROWN MARY ANN SPENCER EDWARD DALEY Same Name Same Name Same Name Same Name ARTHUR CLARK ANNIE HOPKINS GEORGE DAY ABRAHAM OYITCH THOMAS ANDREWS GEORGE KINGSTON THOMAS LYONS Same Name ANNIE CLARK . THOMAS BARRETT Same Name Sime Name Same Name WILLIAM SMITH Same Name Same Name WILLIAM TOMLINS JOHN MCPHERSON 3 years p. s. 12 months h. l. 21 days h. l. Bound over 5 yrs. p. s. and 18 lashes 21 days h. l. 23 months h. l. 6 months h. l. 12 months h. l. 21 months h. l. 2 montbs h. l. 6 months h. l. 3 months b. l. 3 months h. l. 2 month h. l. 9 months h. l. 21 days h. l. 13 months h. l. 1 month h. l. 8 months h. l. 18 months h. l. 15 months h. l. 12 months h. l. 15 months h. l. 3 months h. l. 3 months h. l. 12 weeks h. l. 20 months h. l. 12 months h. l. 10th Apr., Leicester Boio' Sess. 8th Apr., Middlesex Sess. lst Apr., Maldon P. Sess. 13th Apr., S. L. Sess. 5th Apr., C. C. Ct. 10th Apr., Tower Bridge P. 1 Ct. 12th Apr., S. L. Sess. 12th Apr., S. L. Sess. 12tb Apr., Clerkenwell P. Ct. 8th Apr., Middlesex Sess. 7th Apr., West Ham P. Ct. P. S. Roche and P. C. Dixon, C. I. D., N. 1 4th Apr., Warwick Qr. Sess. 23rd Jan., Thames P. Ct. 13th Apr., Tewkesbury 11th Apr., Cardiff Qr. Sess. ' 12th Apr., S. L. Sess. 6th Apr., Lambeth P. Ct. 11th Apr., Marlborough St. P Ct 11th Apr.. Clerkenwell P. Ct. 12th Apr., S. L. Sess. 12th Apr,, S. L. Sess. 12th Apr., S. L. Sess. 12th Apr., S. L. Sess. | 3rd Apr., C. C. Ct. 10th Apr., Marylebone P. Ct. 20th Jan., Marlborough St. P. Ct. 8th Apr., Thames P. Ct. 12th Apr., S. L. Sess. 11th Apr., Marlborough St. P. Ct. P. C. Rowbottom and P. S. Holford, C. I. D., P. Inspr. Bower and P. S. Moore, C. I. D., S. P. C. Cooledge, 388M ; also P. S. Willis, C. I. D., M. P. S. Ebbage and P. S. Hawkins, C. I. D., I W. P. C. Smith, 304W; also P. S. Moore, C. I. I)., T. P. C. Trott, 121G; also P. C. Tyson, C. I. D, H. P. C. Steggals and P. S. Spencer, C. I. D.,. X. P. C. Purbrick, 677K ; also P. S. Scrim- shaw, C. I. D., K, P. C. Taylor, 59KR. P. C. Ward 799W; also P. C. Reeve,. 417A. P. S. Haigh and P. S. Bunting, C. I. D., P. P. C. Carmody, 158C ; also P. S. Vanner,. C. I. D., C. P. S. Richards and P. C. Godley, C. I. D.,. G. P. C. 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