PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. \ KW SERIES. FRIDAY MARCH, 22, 1907. VOL. XXIV., No. 24& L 1. ALL communications for insertion in the POLICE GAZETTE, and all communi- cations relating to tlieni, should be addressed to THE EDITOR OF THE POLICE GAZETTE, NEW SCOTLAND YARD, LONDON, S. W. 2. 1' articulars concerning persons whose apprehension is sought will be inserted in one issue of the POLICE GAZETTE, if they are sufficient to enable action to b<; 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. f;. 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 tue name of such person is required to be inserted and no warrant is in force against him, the requisition must be sig. ned by the chief officer of police, or his immediate deputy, of the county, city, or borough as the case may be. SiTIONS. 7. Announcements concerning stolen property must be guaranteed by an officer uf not less rank than Inspector, or analogous thereto. 3. Announcements of all persons to be apprehended or of stolen property bear a number, and aS'far as practicable they they are alphabetically arranged by counties. 9. The force which causes particulars concerning deliqucnts or stolen property t(. be inserted in tTie POLICE GAZETTE, must, on their apprehension or recovery, at oncc 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 annou. ee- 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 ovly; 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. The Space being limited, announcements concerning " Missing Persons" are only accepted on payment, hut insertion in the next or any subsequent issue cannot be guaranteed. The charge for such insertions ( if acceptcd) 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 propertv 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 < JI property or the detection of crime, whether printed and issued by the . netropolitan Police, or distributed and exhibited, with tne sanction of the Commis- sioners, on the application of private nersons, or of the Police of any County or Borough, must be clearly expressed in relation to the following points :— The amount of the reward. (£) The conditions on which it is payable. ( c) The name and address of the person by whom it will be paid. (< f) 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 he posted. The following specimens of bills are inserted for guidance :— £ 5 REWARD. LOST. 17th December, 1899, at Victoria Street, Westminster, A GOLD LEVER WATCH, No. 54963, " J. S." in monogram on back. Information to Mr. John Smith, 600, 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, JE WELLER Y 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. 24 ( see second Schedule re- enacting see. 2 of 2 and 3 Vic., cap. 12). SPECIAL NOTICE. ISSUE OF CROWN OFFICE SUBPFFINAS. THE aid of the Metropolitan Police is fre- quently sought by other Police Forces to apply on their behalf to the Crown Office to issue sub- poenas for service upon persons whom they require as witnesses in criminal cases. The Regulations of the Crown Office do not permit of this being done, and the Editor now desires to quote, for the information of the Pro- vincial Police Forces, the CROWN OFFICE RULE upon the subject, which is as follows: — The party requiring a Crown Office Sub- " poena must attend either in person at the " Crown Office or by Solicitor. " He must procure the proper form of Sub- " poena, which can be obtained at the Royal " Courts of Justice, together with Praecip, for '• which a fee of 5s. is charged." APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 1.— D Division.— For stealing, 14th inet., from a post office counter, 857 Postal Orders: — 7 for 6d, Nos. J 659401 to 659410; 34 Is, £ 340617 to 340620, also * 581536 to 581565 ; 22 Is 6d. ' I 386919 to 3* bry40; 24 2s & 39582* to 395845 ; 32 2s. 6d. £ 911354 to 911385; 17 3s. » 575499 to 575515 • 313s. 6d., £ 405790 to 405820; 26 4s., f4 474240 to 474265; 22 4s. 6d., £ 937649 to 937 670; 4 5s., » 636067 to 636070; 11 5s. 6d., P 305746 to 305755, also £ 145145 ; 23 6s., ® 492333 to 492335, also ® 772441 to 772460; 16 6s. 6d, 5 161905 to 161920; 39 7s., ? 086216 to 086215. also H 908167 to 908175 ; 36 7s. 6d„ £ 998305 10 99? » 340 ; 30 8s., ? 434686 to 434695, also ? 8099 4- i to 809965; 17 8s. 6d„ » 813059 to 813075; 289s.? 86506S to 865095 ; 7 9s. 6d.,£ 334894 to 3 U900; 33 10s.. & 218318 to 218350; 19 10s. 6d.,£ 039547 to 039565 ; 8 lis., ™ 390138 to 390145; 30 lis. 6d.,& 616836 to 616865; 20 12s.,? 183426 to 1,- 3445 ; zl 12s. 6d., » 683459 to 613485 ; 8 13s., 072548 to 072555; 33 13s. 6d., $ 3O3013 to 363015. also 4244il to 42.440; 22 1 Is 220124 to 220145; 23 14s. 6d„ £ 029018 to > 290^ 0. also £ 042111 ro 042130; 11 i5s., £ 392005, also * 62- 0.6 to 628065 ; 3 15s. 6L, i 987383 to 987385; 14 16s. f 03702/ to 037040; 14 16s. 6d., i 911597 to 911610; 22 17s., 1 206034 to 206055 ; 4 17s. 6d , | 174662 to 174665 ; 16 18s., 493735 to 493750 ; 8 18s. 6d., JM)/ 448 to M) 7455 ; 6 19s., av 250540 to 250545 ; 8 19s. 6d. I 329623 to 329630 ; 52 at 20s.. w 891449 to 891500 : 20 21s., * 621681 to 621700.— A MAN, age about 40, height 5ft. 6in., complexion pale, round face; dress, dark overcoat, black hard felt hat. 2.— E Division.— For cutting and wound- ing with intent, & c.— VINCENZO DE ROSA, age 28, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion and hair dark, eyes brown, scar right side lower jaw, speaks broken English; dress, dark suit, light dust over- coat, brown soft felt hat. A baker; native of Nanles, Italy. Warrant issued. 3 — E Division .— JOHN JOHNSON, Office No. S 25139. Case No 84, 21st December, 1906. Committed fcuicide at the Bridewell, Liverpool, 15th inst. 4.— K Division.— For attempted carnal knowledge of a girl under 13 years of age, 16th inst.— THOMAS WILLIAM DAWSON, age 54, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., complexion fresh, round face, hair, side whiskers, and moustache sandy, eyes grey; dress, blue serge jacket and vest, blue trousers with light stripes, black and white necker- chief, dark cap, blue overcoat, lace boots. A care- taker; native of Millwall. Absconded 16th inst. Warrant issued. 5.— T Division.— For stealing, 7th in& t., a gold ring, 18 ct., set garnet, claw setting— FREDERICK DENNY FITCH, age 27, height 6 ft., narrow shoulders, complexion pale, hair and moustache light, eyes blue, scar side of right eye, prominent nose, front teeth discoloured, stoops slightly, of consumptive appearance; dress, light grey mixture striped Chesterfield overcoat, dark striped trousers, heliotrope tie, black bowler hat, with narrow rim, brown boots, blacked over. A bootmaker; native of Northampton. May be found singing at public houses at Southport, Liver- pool, or Northampton. Warrant issued. 6.— V Division.— For embezzling £ 10— HORACE JAMES STICKLEY, age 32, height 5 ft. 5 in., stout build, complexion fresh, liair and eyes dark; dress, grey suit and cap, blue overcoat, lace boots. A milk carrier; native of Surbiton. Warrant issued. 7.— X Division.— For stealing- ( bailee) a set of harness and buggy ( recovered) — JOHN SADD, age 43, height 5 ft. 7A in., stout build, complexion fresh, hair dark brown, mousta- che light, eyes blue, bow legged; dress, dark tweed suit, black overcoat, brown felt hat, brown leggings. A native of Norfolk. May be found in comnany of horse dealers or at fairs. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. AYRSHIRE. 8— Ayr ( County). — For being concerned with William Currie ( No. 564- 04, Scottish Prison Register) ( in custody), in stealing, 16th inst., from a farm house at Riccarton, about 100 5s. pieces, a considerable number of which are George 2 T H E POLICE GAZETTE. TUESDAY, MARCH 110, 1907. APPREHENSION SOUGHT ( continued)— IV. issue, aud a number are of 1887 and 1897 issue; about 50 Victorian 4s. pieces; about 150 half- crowns, a large number of which are George III. and George IV. issue; the remainder in 2s., Is., 6d., and 3d. pieces, a considerable number of which are Queen Victoria Jubilee coins, and old coins dating back to 1813; and a number of f oreign silver coins, some of which are American; about 2s. bronze — ALEXANDER M'FARLANE, age 26, height 5 ft. 9 in., stout build, com- plexion fresh, round face, hair brown, small mous tache light; dress, dark jacket and vest of rough hairy material, light trousers with patch on right knee and darned on left knee, red and white striped cotton shirt, leather belt, light grey peak cap, Militia boots ( well worn). ( Supposed to be identi- cal with Alexander M'Fall or M'Farlane, No. 93- 93 Scottish Prison Register.) Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable of Ayrshire, Ayr. CORNWALL. 10.— Falmouth ( County).— For obtaining, £ 11 14s., by false pretences ( fictitious cheque), 4th inst.— ERNEST S. ALLIN, age 24, height 5 ft. 8 in. complexion sallow, hair dark brown, clean shaved, eyes brown, rather high narrow forehead; dress, overcoat, green shade, brown check suit, white woollen scarf, black hard felt hat. Is said to be a dealer in dental instruments and other requisites, and employed by a firm at Bristol. He visits towns where his father ( who was a Minister, now deceased) was formerly stationed, gains the confidence of people, and induces them to advance cash or cheques purporting to be drawn in his favour, but which are fictitious. Photograph can be seen on application. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Endean, Falmouth. DORSETSHIRE. 11.— Poole { County).— For burglary at Long- fleet, 17th inst., and stealing a pair of light lace boots, glace kid, size 9, plain fronts, hand welted, " Perfecta" on tabs, white lining, " No. 7734 " thereon— A MAN, age 25 to 30, height about 5 ft. 6 in., slight build, complexion fair, rather small face, hair brown, moustache light brown; wearing khaki uniform of the 1st Duke of Corn- wall's Light Infantry, dark grey military overcoat, supposed wearing the stolen boots. Wan- ant issued. Information to Supt. Brown, Poole. DURHAM. 12.— Stockton - on - Tees ( County).— For obtaining food and lodgings by false pretences, between 7th and 16th inst., also for stealing a purse; 1 small looking glass; 1 red handkerchi;-- and 12s. 6d.— CHARLES HODGSON, age 29, height about 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fair, hair ( bald) dark brown; dress, navy " blue suit, light cap, lace boots. Stated he was a joiner; native of Shields, and < that he obtained employment in the neighbourhood. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hildreth, Stockton- on- Tees. 13.— Sunderland ( Borough).— For obtain- ing money by false pretences— ABRAHAM CALLANDER, age 46, height 5 ft, 6 in., com- plexion ruddy, oval face, hair ( slightly bald) and moustache dark ( turning grey), rather prominent nose, " A. C." and anchor tattooed on right fore- arm, cross outside left forearm, scar on outside risht forearm; dress, blue jacket suit, " I- PV coat, blue cap scarlet tie, wore a ring set with brown stone, engraved with Freemason's mark, Free- mason's pendant attached to watch chain. A Dutch Jew, speaks with slight foreign accent, some- times represents himself to be a Scotchman. Ap- pears to have been a Dutch pilot; and native of Amsterrhm or Rotterdam. Speaks several lan- guages fluently. Describes himself as a shipping tourist agent, or estate owner in South America. He advertises for a manager for his fruit growing estate in South America, and on obtaining money as security from applicants absconds. Convicted at West Hartlepool on 30th June, 1905, and at Chelmsford Assizes, on 11th November, 1905, of fraud and forgery, respectively. Is well known at most sea, ports in this country and on the Con- tinent, where he is believed to conduct similar frauds, and to bring intended victims to this country on the pretence of making them partners in some business of which he represents himself the owner. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Sunderland. ESSEX. 14 — Grays ( County).— For soliciting and enticing a maidservant to steal jewellery— HARRY OSBORN, age 27, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., rather slight build, hair light brown, moustache light, e, yes blue, fir tree tattooed right forearm; dress, light brown jacket, brown striped tweed trousers, dark cap, white neckerchief, heavy lace boots. Is a Reservist of the 2nd Royal Irish Fusiliers. Car- ried a waterproof parcel, and had a revolver in his possession. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Jordan, Grays. FLINTSHIRE. 15.— Mold ( County).— For stealing a clario- net and case ( black leather with " Band, 2nd V/ B R. W. Fus." in white paint thereon)— GEORGE CHARLES HALL, age 27, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fair, appears flat- footed, slight mous- tache; dress, dark coat and trousers, tweed cap. A good musician; served 12 years in the 11th Hussars, in possession of King and Queen's South African War medals. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Mold. GLAMORGANSHIRE. lfi.— Neath ( Vounty).— For failing to report - Licence- holder FRANK BERTRAM MOGG, alias WHEATON and JONES, Office No. 636- 02, age 30, height 5 ft. 4i in., complexion sallow, hair dark brown, eyes blue, several small scars on face, bust of female, eagle, and flasr right, 3 hearts, dart, " LOVE," and laurel left forearm. A ship's cook; native of Cardiff. Sentenced at Swansea Assizes, 21st November, 1904, to 3 years penal servitude for counting- house breaking. Licensed 23rd February, 1907. Z e 365. Information to Supt. Menhinick, Neath. 17.— Swansea ( Borough).— For failing to surrender to his bail, charged with embezzling £ 1 4s. 4d.— ALFRED CHARLES RICHARDS, age 33, height 6 ft., complexion, hair, and mous- tache dark, eyes grey. A native of Swansea. Well educated and of good appearance. May seek em- ployment in solicitor's office. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Swansea. GL OUCES TERSHIRE . D-— Chipping Sod bury ( County).— For st: aling 10 sacks of oats— JOHN JUDGE, age about 30, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes dark, clean shaved, crucifix tattooed on chest; wearing brown tweed riding suit. A coachman; has served in Royal Field Artillery. Believed native of Glasgow or Edinburgh. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Phelps, Chipping Sodbury. 19.— Stroud (. Oounty).— For obtaining food and lodgings by false pretences— WALTER CRADDOCK, age about 30, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., hair and slight moustache dark; dress, striped flannel suit, cap, brown boots. — WAL- LACE WEST, age about 28, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., hair brown, large head; dress, dark jacket and vest, check trousers, patohes on boots. They answer advertisements in theatrical newspapers, offering articles advertised for, obtain payment for same, but fail to supply the goods. Had with them two bicycles ( 1st, " The King " transfer on head, Rudge- Whitworth handle bars, New Depar- ture back pedalling brake, plated rims, British tyres ( front one cut), flaw in gear wheel, Brooks' saddle. 2nd, raised handle bars, no tips, New Departure back pedalling brake, Clincher tyres, jointless front rim, Clincher back rim, Lycett saddle, rat- trap pedals), which they hired and may have now disposed of. Supposed wanted elsewhere. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Biggs, Stroud. 20.— Bristol ( City).— For obtaining money by false pretences — GEORGE THOMAS T1LTON, alias THOMAS WILSON, DERRENT, and CLUTTERBUCK, Office No. 3513- 99, age about 50, height 5 ft. 10 in., slight build, hair brown, eyes hazel, haggard appearance, scar on bridge of nose and fleshy mole on back of neck, right leg 4A in. shorter than left, and when he absconded, on the 13th inst., was wearing a brown coat, dark trousers, and bowler hat. Was accom- panied by his Wife, age about 34, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in.; wearing a light jacket and black sailor hat; a Girl, age about 4 years; and a Baby, age 6 months. He was discharged from Bristol Prison, 11th January last, after serving 6 months for false pretences, secured employment as a canvasser for a firm of publishers in London, and obtained the money from their agent here by means of bogus orders He has a quantity of the firm's stationery in his possession, and will probably fraudulently mis- use it; usually calls upon tradesmen and repre- sents that he is employed as a gardener, coachman, & c., for someone living in the suburbs, who has sent him with an order for goods. After making arrangements for the goods to be delivered, he leaves the shop, but returns directly afterwards and borrows money under the pretence that he has not brought enough with him to make a purchase at another shop. He has been convicted at Gloucester, Usk, Bath, New- port, Mon., Hereford, Portsmouth, Cambridge, Clerkenwell, and St. Albans. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, Bristol. HAMPSHIRE. 21.— Bournemouth ( County).— For steal- ing £ 10 — GEORGE PARSONS, age about 30, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion sallow, hair ( curly) very dark, eyes grey; dress, pepper and salt colour suit, light cao, white tie, button boots, sometimes wears light grey overcoat. A hairdresser.— ALICE FITT, age 32, height about 5 ft., complexion fair, hair dark brown, eyes blue; dress, dark brown tweed tight fitting jacket and skirt, light brown straw hat, trimmed dark ribbon, lace shoes. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hack, Bournemouth. 22.— Faroham ( County).— For obtaining, by false pretences, 8th inst., a horse; landau; wagonette; and 2 sets of harness— W. GAS- COIGNE, age about 30, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache light brown; dress, blue serge suit, blue overcoat, black hard felt hat, sometimes wears a cap. A horse coper; supposed a native of London. He rents stabling and attends markets, sales, purchases horses, & c., in payment of which he tenders cheques drawn on a local bank, where he has opened a small account, the cheques are invariably returned marked insufficient. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Carman, Fareham. 23.— Lyndhurst ( County).— For stealing, 21st February last, at Milton, a bicycle ( re- covered); 1 pair brown boots, size 8; and £ 10— FRED LTJPTON, age about 30, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., hair very light, complexion pale, thin face, clean shaved; dress, overcoat, dark suit of clothes, black bowler hat, button or the stolen boots. Has- been employed at hotels and may seek similar employment. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Wakeford, Lyndhurst. 24.— Ringwood ( County).— For burglary. 23rd ult., and stealing propertv described in Case No. 58, 8th inst. JAMES, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion sallow, hair light brown, moustache ginger; wearing dark overcoat and tweed cap. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Mayes, Ringwood. 25. — Portsmouth ( Borougn).— For em- bezzlement— WILLIAM P. VINN, age 23 ( looks- older), height 5 ft. 11 in., complexion florid, hair light brown, slight moustache brown, eyes hazel ; believed wearing a light grey tweed overcoat with squares, cap. A photographer's canvasser. Ab- sconded 22nd January last. May be accompanied b-- his wife, short, wears gold framed glasses. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Portsmouth. 26.— Southampton ( Borougn).— For steal- ing, 13th inst., a gold Peerless lever watch, No. 278354, monogram on back, " F. H. G." inscription engraved inside, " Presented to F. Harold Gay- lard, bv the members of the Brockley Hockev Club, Mav, 1903, ? April, 1903" ; 1 gold albert, curb pattern, with appendages, viz., 2 coins ( 1 gilded threepenny piece; 1 Guernsey Is. 8d. double, o- ilded) ; 1 tiny case, containing a pair of spectacles; 1 filled gold sovereign purse; 1 silver stop watch, maker, " Samuel "; 1 9 ct. gold chain, with Kruger sovereign attached; 2 brown leather kit bacrs ( 1 marked " E. J., passenger to St. Malo"; 1 Lyons, St. Malo")— TWO MEN ( 1st, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion and hair dark, moustache stubby; dress, dark blue suit and cap, well spoken. 2nd, tall; wearing long grey overcoat, light trilby hat). ( See Case No. 63, 15th inst.) Information to the Chief Constable, Southamp- ton. HEREFORDSHIRE. 27.— Ross ( County).— For stealing a quantity of bolts, plates, and screws, from the Great Western Railway — CHARLES WILLIAMS, alias BLADDER, age 27, height 5 ft. 10J in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache light brown, eyes grey, bust of Lord Roberts on chest, female, star, ballet girl, eyes, crossed flags, heart, scroll, and " Edith" right arm, soldier, flowers, heart, scroll, lily, ballet girl, horse's head and bridle left arm; dress, dark brown or grey jacket, dark cord trousers, old grey cap, strong boots. A labourer or drover; native of Ross. Has served in the Army. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Marston, Ross. FRIDAY, MARCH 15, 1907. T H E POLICE GAZETTE. 22 PORTRAITS OF PERSONS WANTED. BERKSHIRE. 28.— Wokingham ( County).— For obtain- ing money by false pretences— WILLIAM REEVES, alias WILLIAMS and KING, age about 46, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair and slight moustache dark brown, eyes blue or grey, scar back of right hand, mole on right cheek near chin, second left toe has been fractured; dress, usually jacket suit and leggings when cycling, sometimes wears overcoat and hard hat. He de frauds small shopkeepers by obtaining payment in advance for potatoes, eggs, apples, rabbits, & c. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Goddard, Wokingham. DERBYSHIRE. 29. — Derby ( County). — For larceny and fraud— JOHN FRANCIS BAMFORTH, age 50, height 5 ft. 11 in., hair ( thick) dark, beard ( cut short) and moustache sandy, eyes blue, aquiline nose, teeth discoloured, walks slowly, thick voice and runs his words together; usuallv wears loosely cut clothes and fancy vest. A native of Wath- on- K - If - K :- . " r. vm -- / • - _ t , - 1 i I - • - . % r tf $ mmitf " fmMk & Dearne, Yorkshire. Until recently he was em- ployed as District Surveyor of Highways. Ab- sconded about 2 months ago. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, County Police Office, Derby. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued,)- KENT. 30.— Sitting bourne ( County).— Licence- holder JAMES REAKDuN, Office No. 1348- 98, Case No. 16, 19th October, 1906, not now wanted. 31.— Maidstone ( Borough).— For stealing, 13th inst., clothing, & c. ( mostly recovered)— ALBERT ORME, alias MILES and PATTEN- DEN, age 28, height about 5 ft. 10 in., complexion sallow, hair dark brown, upper teeth artificial, of smart appearance; dress, fawn colour square cut coat, grey trousers, greenish mixture cap. Has been employed as a valet. Stated he was an agent for the Singer Sewing Machine Co., also that he was about to open a boot business. Convicted of larceny on 6th January, 1906.— MAUD STAN- LEY, alias MILES, age about 22, height 5 7 or 8 in., slight build, complexion fresh, hair light brown, scar on one side of face, pregnant; dress, long grey jacket, black fur necklet, brown or black skirt, brown felt hat, brown boots. Sen- tenced at Sevenoaks, 3rd November, 1905, to 6 months imprisonment for obtaining money by false pretences. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Maidstone. 32.— Ramsgate ( Borough).— For stealing a bicycle ( recovered)— WILLIAM SMITH, age about 50, height about 5 ft. 9 in., moustache and side whiskers ginger, wears glasses; dress, long black overcoat, light jacket, dark trousers, P. & O cap with shiny peak. He came from Deal on 3rd inst., and has been collecting rags and bones. Ab sconded 11th inst. Accompanied by a Woman, age about 40, height about 5 ft. 2 in., stout build, complexion dark; dress, grey sacque back coat, black skirt, white silk blouse, black sailor hat and black fur necklet. Had in her possession 2 light jackets with ivory buttons. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Ramsgate LANARKSHIR£. 33.— Glasgow ( City).— For obtaining dia- monds and opals to the value of £ 219, by fraud— G. BURCOTT, a Jew, age 35, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion sallow, hair and moustache black, speaks English well; dress, light tweed suit, dark tie with small pearl pin, black bowler hat. He took lodgings, represented that he was a travelling jeweller, and on various dates, between 26th J anuary and 9th ult., obtained the jewellery, part of which he paid for by a worthless cheque. Warrant issued. •> 4.— Glasgow ( City).— For embezzling £ 4a lis. 8d., between 10th December, 1906, and 18th ult.— WILLIAM MENZIES, age 45, height 5 ft 10 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache reddish, eyes dark brown; dress, dark tweed jacket suit, dark overcoat, lace boots. A grocer; native of Stanley, Perthshire. He was employed as a traveller and collector. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. 35.— Glasgow ( City).— For stealing over coats, gloves and umbrellas ( 8 charges), from the University, between 2nd ult. and 7th inst.- ISAAC TWINN, alias QUINN, Office No. S 56385, age 28, height 5 ft. 6 in., compleixion sallow, hair ( thin on top) brown, clean shaved, eyes dark blue, speaks with slight Irish accent, and appears to have a slight impediment in speech; dress, blue serge suit, old dark overcoat, browL or grey soft felt hat, or grey cap. Sentenced at Chelmsford Petty Sessions, 8th September, 1905, to 1 month hard labour for cycle stealing; and on 5th November, 1906, was sentenced at Edinburgh Police Court to 10 days imprisonment for larceny. May be found at motor garages, hiring establish- ments, lodging houses, & c. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Chief Constable Stevenson, Glasgow. LANCASHIRE. 36.— Blackpool ( Borough).— For obtaining food and lodgings by false pretences, 9th inst.— GEORGE FLETCHER, age about 25, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., slight build, complexion fresh, small features, hair ( inclined to curly) and mous tache light, wears gold rimmed glasses, well edu- cated; dress, brown jacket suit, grey cap, rubber collar, heliotrope and white tie, brown kid gloves. Stated he had served on H. M. S. " Terrible" and in South Africa. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Blackpool. 37.— Salford ( Borough).— For stealing £ 34 — WILL SPEARMAN, age 35, height 5 ft. 10 in., slight build, stoops, complexion fresh, hair and moustache brown, hesitancy in speech; dress, dark tweed suit, grey overcoat, black hard felt hat. He was employed as manager for the Bio- Tableaux Co. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. 38.— Salford ( Borough).— For embezzling £ 32 8s. 6d., monies of the Overseers of the Poor— THOMAS HENRY DAWES, age 42 or 43, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion and hair ( slightly bald) dark, clean shaved, prominent nose; dress, blue serge suit, short jacket, fawn colour overcoat, bowler ha/ t. Is said to be fond of billiards. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, Salford. NORFOLK. 39.— Norwich ( City).— For obtaining food and lodgings by false pretences— BERT KAY, age 20, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., rather thick set, com- plexion fresh, hair ( rather long) light, clean shaved, large eyes and mouth, slightly lame; dress, dark grey suit with white stripes, heavy dark overcoat, soft blue collar, dark green tie, dark cap with shiny peak. He has been travailing for a Photographic Company. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Norwich. SOMERSETSHIRE. 40.— Bath ( City) — For obtaining money by worthless cheques— HENRY JAMES WILLETT, alias BREAN, BRICE, and WILMOT, age about 35, height about 5 ft. 10 in., stout build, com- plexion tresh, hair ( curly in front) and moustache brown, prominent eyes; dress, light brown over- coat, green vest with 2 rows of brass buttons, dark trousers, red tie, black bowler hat, lace boots. He represents himself to be a cattle dealer, and may visit fairs and markets. Has been a farm bailiff. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Bath. SUSSEX ( East.) 41.— BeXhill { uuuiUy j.— For stealing from a hotel, 14th inst., a lady's long gold chain, rope pattern, spade guinea and metal nenaant, contain- ing photographs of a boy and girl, attached; 1 gold brooch, diamond in centre, photograph of a child at back; 1 gold diamond ring, claw setting; 1 lady's gold ring, claw setting; 1 do., set 3 small garnets and 2 diamonds; 1 do. half- hoop ring, set diamonds; 1 do. massive gold ring, set 3 sapphires and 2 diamonds; 1 pair diamond earrings; 1 lady's massive gold ring, initials " A. M."; 1 lady's gold signet ring, initials " A. H."; 1 gold bangle, 4 rows gold beads, and Turkish coin, about size of half- sovereign, attached; 1 do., small Belgian coin attached; 2 gold bracelets ( 1 set pearls; 1 set dia- monds); 1 gold bangle with Indian beads in gold setting; 1 lady's small gold neck chain, gold ball forming a locket, containing photographs of 2 gentlemen ( one in military uniform), 2 ladies' and a child; 1 gold safety brooch, cockerel in cluster diamonds; 1 child's coral necklace; 1 small gold ring, set 2 diamonds and 1 sapphire; 1 gold crescent brooch, set brilliants; 1 gold expanding bracelet; 1 pearl crescent; 1 snake brooch, In brilliants, gold setting; 1 gold mourning ring, " In memoriam"; 1 gold beetle brooch, brilliants in gold setting; 1 necklace, brilliants, gold setting; 1 gold horse pin; 1 silver chain bangle, 2 coins at- tached; 1 George III. lion shilling; 2 silver coins ( 1 Kruger; 1 Edward VII.); 1 old silver bracelet, scroll of roses; 1 steel cut brooch— A MAN, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion ruddy, high cheek bones, hair dark, clean shaved, eyes bright, speaks with slight American accent, 5 or 6 cut scars left forearm, very talkative; dress, dark suit, blue bow tie, grey cap, light lace boots. Stated he was a traveller for a firm of wholesale chemists, London. He left behind a jemmy; 1 rolled gold bangle; 1 imitation pearl pin; 1 brown leather hand bag; 1 brown canvas Gladstone bag, containing 2 overcoats, and other clothing; 1 collar, size 15, marked " W. 636, B. Lewis, 17 Warwick Street, and 52 Wilton Road, near Victoria Station"; 1 red striped cotton shirt, marked " W. 636"; 1 hypodermic syringe; 2 small bottles of chloroform; 1 packet « f bromide of soda. Information to Supt. Elphinstone, Bexhill. i2.— Hailsham ( County .— For stealing 76 brass sockets and screws from drain rods, at Hail- sham Union, about 18th ult.— JAMES BEENEY, age about 45, height about 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fair, full face, hair turning grey; dress, black jacket with velvet collar, light brown cord trousers and vest. A navvy; native of Hollington. May be found at Casual Wards or common lodging houses. The articles were offered for sale at Hastings, 23rd ult. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Willard, Hailsham. 43.— Hastings ( Borough).— On commitment warrant, for non- payment of £ 1 Os. 6d., fine and costs imposed for being drunk while in charge of a horse— EDWARD STEVENS, age 48,' height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh, hair ( bald on top) light brown ( turning grey), eyes blue. A hackney carriage driver. May seek employment at livery stables. Information to the Chief Constable, Hastings, 44.— Hove ( Borough). — For embezzlement, — FREDERICK E. DUNSFORD, age about 55, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion ruddy, hair ( very bald) and moustache ( large and clipped at ends) white, eyes grey; dress, greyish suit, pepper and salt coloured mixture overcoat, cloth cap. He collects contributions for various charities by inserting advertisements in London daily papers. 2 T H E POLICE GAZETTE. TUESDAY, MARCH 12, 1907. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. HAMPSHIRE. 51 .— Alton ( County).— Committed for trial at Quarter Sessions, for obtaining £ 15 by fraud— HARRY CATON, alias HENRY CATON, age 26, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, scar on upper lip, coat of arms tattooed on chest, roso and wreath each shoulder, " H. C." and wreath right muscle, " B. L." and wreath left muscle, Union Jack and cross right forearm. A native of Bradford. Information to Supt. James, Alton. SHROPSHIRE. 52. — Wellington ( Conn ty). — Committed for trial at next Salop Quarter Sessions, charged with larceny and false pretences, on 11th ult.— THOMAS JAMES MOORE, alias THOMAS GIBSON and TALBOT, JOHN MEDLEY, age 34, height 5 ft. 11J in., complexion sallow, hair and moustache ( pointed at ends) dark, erect bear- ing, well educated; dress, dark grey mixture coat, navv blue vest and trousers, brown leggings. A native of London. He represented himself to be a wine and spirit merchant's traveller. Previously convicted at Central Criminal Court, London, on 17th October, 1904, of larceny ( servant), and sen- tenced to 9 months hard labour. Supposed wanted elsewhere. Information to Supt. Fulcher, Wellington. SUSSEX ( East). 53.— Hastings ( Borough).— Remanded till 25th inst., charged with stealing clothing exposed for sale ( recovered)— ALFRED BURGESS, age 26, height 5 ft. 5i in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes blue, scar on right knee; dress, grey check jacket, dark tweed vest, grev striped trousers, brown overcoat with dark tweed check lining, blue cap with shiny peak, shoes. A sea- man ; native of New York. Information to the Chief Constable, Hastings. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 54.— M Division.— 16th inst., 130 dozen black glaced skins in parcels of 2 dozen each, in green paper, with trade mark printed thereon, shield " F. B. & C., Kid, New York," on face, mailed visor above and trade mark, registered, " United States Patent Office" below, stencilled in white on back of each skin. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BEDFORDSHIRE. charms on cach, consisting of swan, bicycle, lamp, acorn, bell, dog, liorso shoe, casket with small chain attached; 2 enamelled coins ( 1 dark and 1 pale blue), with a small pearl set in each; 1 15 ct. flexible gold bracelet, fastens with buckle; 1 pearl pendant with amethyst set in centre, and a dark stone underneath, drop pearl, with gold chain, attached; 1 pearl crescent and crown brooch, set pearls; 1 emerald and brilliant lizard brooch; 1 uair of turquoise earrings; 2 pairs of pearl do., each in gold setting; 1 diamond stud, to unscrew and fix in a breastnin; 1 pair 18 ct. gold sleeve links, oval, monogram " W. E." on each. The above reward will be paid by Mr. William Henry Edwards, 25 Hawarden Avenue, Liscard, for such information as will lead to the appre- hension and conviction of the thief or thieves, and the recovery of the property, or in proportion to the amount recovered. Information to Supt. McDonald, Liscard. ESSEX. 59.— Romford [ County). — 8th inst., by housebreaking, a pair dark grey trousers, dark blue stripes; 1 grey flannel suit, double- breasted vest; 1 white shirt, " Austin, Withers & Co., 22 Wal- brook, E. C., opposite Cannon Street Station," in red on back of neck, " J. W. S. 3 " in ink on tab, " 406" on collar; 2 or 3 plain white silk handker- chiefs; 6 white linen do., " J. W. S." and a number in corner of each—- Suspicion is attached to THREE MEN, who were hawking flowers and roots ( lst, height about 6 ft., moustache ginger. 2nd, a little shorter. 3rd, much shorter). One carried a basket; other two hand boxes. 6th inst., by housebreaking, a lady's gold watch, gold dial and hands, open face, part of back chased, initials " W. C. to E. C." on back; 1 gold bracelet, set 3 diamonds and 2 rubies, small gold pendant attached, wishbone shape, turquoise in centre; 1 gold brooch, knot shape, 4 rubies in centre; 1 small gold oblong brooch; 1 silver bracelet with foreign coins ( principally Chinese) attached ; 1 do., English coins attached; 1 gold locket, plain cross on front; 1 short gold neck chain, very fine links; 1 brown crocodile leather purse, " E. Cook, Delf House, Whittlesea," in ink inside; several receipts; and 5s. Information to Supt. Jones, Romford. FLINTSHIRE. 60.— Mold ( County). — During the last 3 months at Padeswood, 28 pairs uedestal brass steps ( 1 7 i in.; 2 5 in.; 2 4 in.; 13 3 in.; 7 2\ " in.; 2 If in.; 1 4 in. by 7 in.); 1 guide and valve ( off a Hopkinson valve); 2 valves, from 7 in. stop valves; 1 large pumo, from a portable engine ( massive); 1 in. blow off cock, from a portable engine; 1 pump, from a Robey engine; 3 lubricators; 3 g in. pet taps; 2 water gauge cocks. All pure brass. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Flintshire. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( oontinued)- Said to be a retired captain of the 24th Regiment. Accompanied by his Wife, age 40, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion fair, hair auburn, eyes hazel, of smart anoearance. Believed to have been in business at Brixton, Southend, and Prittlewell, and to be well known at Addiscombe, Croydon. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable, Hove. WILTSHIRE. VS.— Chippenham ( County).— For desert- ing his wife and family, leaving them chargeable to the Chippenham Union— GEORGE HER- BERT WILLIAM BEAMES, age 29, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fair, hair light brown, eyes blue, left thumb deficient. Has served in the Imperial Yeomanry in South Africa. A native of Box, Wilts. At one time he was employed as a labourer at Twickenham by the London Tramways Company. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Daly, Chippenham. YORKSHIRE ( North Riding). 46.— Middlesbrough ( Borough). — For stealing, 9th inst., an " Elswick" bicycle ( new), No. 34295, 24 in. frame, painted pale green, 2 inverted brakes, straight handle bars, free wheel, " Wm. Evison, Marton Rd., Middlesbrough," on top bar, gear about 85, rat trap pedals, mudguards, saddle, tool bag, lamp with round top, black celluloid pump; and embezzling £ 2 10s. — CARL MEYERS, alias ERNEST NELSON, a German, age about 30, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion sallow, hair and moustache dark; dress, dark grey, Norfolk jacket, blue serge trousers, fawn and gold colour jersey or light flannel shirt, sailor cap with bright peak, dark grey overcoat. Speaks English imperfectly. Goes to sea as cook, fireman, or A. B. Has a ship's dis- charge in his possession. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, Middles- brough. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 47 — Pontefract ( County).— For stealing, 6th inst., at Featherstone, a watch ( recovered)— GEORGE WILLIAM LORD, age 30, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fair, hair light brown, moustache ( cut short) sandy, eyes grey; dress, slate colour suit, dark cap, red and black neckerchief, light lace boots. A labourer. Had in his possession a mandoline, which he may be found playing at public houses. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hollis, Pontefract. 4\— Leeds ( City)— For failing to report— Licence- holder JOHN GIBSON, alias BROUGH- TON, DIXON, READ, and KERSHAW, Office No. 2940- 01, age 43, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair ( thin on top) dark brown, eyes grey, 3 scars right of forehead and 1 above right wrist. A labourer; native of Leeds. Sentenced at York City Quarter Sessions, 5th October, 1904, to 3 years penal servitude for burglary. Liberated on licence, 22nd January, 1907, when he was classified as weak minded, e 460. To be dealt with where found. Information to the Chief Constable, Leeds. 49.— Barnsley ( Borough).— For obtaining monev by false pretences — ALFRED BALL, alias BALLfE, age 37, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., com- plexion fresh, hair and moustache brown, several large scars under chin; wearing old dark suit. Is an associate of racing men. Warrant issued. 50.— Ba^ nsley ( Borough).— For obtaining money by false pretences— HERBERT HUGHES, alias ALBERT HUGHES IIALL, age about 25, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., slight build, complexion fair, thin features, hair light brown, slight mous- tache brown, eyes prominent, small nose, believed artificial teeth. He called upon an architect and represented that he at one time attended the same church, that he had served with the Royal En- gineers in Burmah, was entitled to deferred pay, and that a situation had been secured for him at Portsmouth Dockyard, but could not proceed there on account of being without means, obtained £ 2, and promised to remit same on arrival at Portsmouth. He also called upon schoolmasters and well- to- do residents, and made similar state- ments. Is believed to be wanted elsewhere. He was traced to Sheffield, 14th inst., he was then wearms? a long brown overcoat, check pattern, brown cloth leggings, and carried a small brown hand bag. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Barnsley. 55.— Bedford ( Borough). — 17th inst., a lady's bicycle, black enamelled, usual parts plated, free wheel, rubber pedals, new red and black cord dress guard, believed to have " The Hummer" transfer on head. Information to the Chief Constable, Bedford. BERKSHIRE. 56.— Reading ( Borough). — Between 27th ult. and 6th inst., an " Enfield Minerva" motor cycle, 21 H. P., mechanical valves, " E. J. C." accumulator, Dunlop tyres, 28 by 2, Crabbe front brake, Eadie back pedalling Coaster hub, leather belt, rim of which is x- ather bruised, straight handle bars, plated rims, mudguards to both wheels, machine enamelled black, lined white and red, Registration No. " F. C. 157 " on identifica- tion plates, No. 1263- 1905. Information to Capt. Henderson, Chief Con- stable, Reading. CA MB RIDGES HIRE . 57.— Cambridge ( Borough).— 8th inst., a silver keyless watch, open face, maker " Hamilton, Calcutta " on dial. 12th inst., a nearly new dark grey overcoat, check or plaid lining, vertical pockets, sac back. Information to the Chief Constable, Cambridge. CHESHIRE. £ 10 REWARD. 58.— Liscard ( County). — 18th inst., by housebreaking, 5 ladies' 18 ct. gold rings ( 1 set 3 diamonds in claw setting; 1 set 5 diamonds in claw setting; 1 set emerald and two diamonds in claw setting; 1 set 3 diamonds and 2 sapphires in claw setting; 1 set 5 turquoises in claw setting); 2 gold curb bracelets, supposed 9 ct., with 6 gold HAMPSHIRE. 61— Aldershot ( County). — 16th inst., a carpenter's basket, containing 2 screw drivers, oval box wood handles; 1 keyhole saw; 1 plain hammer; 1 mitre template; 2 or 3 bradawls; 1 scribing gOjge; 1 T ® 6- in. twist bit; 1 9 in. Stanley square; and several chisels, most stamped " E. G. R." or " W. R." There were other tools stolein, which were found pledged bv A MAN, who gave the name of FREDERICK CAPEWELL, age about 30, height about 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion, hair, moustache, and 4 or 5 days' growth of beard, dark; wearing dai'k overcoat and skull cap. Had in his possession some Army discharge papers, with name " Capewell, Royal Engineers" thereon, which he produced when he pledged the tools. 62. — Aldershot ( County).— 16th inst., a nearly new " Premier" bicycle, No. 227290, black enamelled, green lined, 26 in. frame, 84 gear, raised handle bars, 2 inverted lever brakes, rubber pedals, plated rims, with black centres, transfer on head and back mudguard, 2 bells ( 1 large, 1 small), " Chieftain" lamp attached— Suspicion is attached to A MAN, age 23, height 5 ft. 6| in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes hazel, bugle, " Ruth " on scroll, tattooed left fore- arm, bird on tree right forearm. 16th inst., a " Victor " bicycle, free wheel, " No. 4090" on crown of left fork, 2 brakes, Crabbe front, Bowden back, Watson's saddle, plated rims ( rusty), new front tyre, old Clincher back tyre, rat trap pedals— Suspicion is attached to A MAN, age 19, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, b* ir light brown, eyes grey. 63.— Aldorshot ( County).— 14th inst., by burglary, a pepper and salt colour tweed overcoat, double- breasted, ordinary side pockets with flaps, and one outside breast pocket, black bone buttons; 1 silk square muffler, amber and dark blue colour; and 5s. Information to Supt. Hawkins, Aldershot. TUESDAY, MARCH 19, 1907. T H E POLICE GAZETTE. 3 PROPERTY STOLEN ( continued)— 64.— Portsmouth ( Borough).— 8th inst., a gold keyless English lever watch, plain face, mono- gram, " W. B." on back; 1 9 ct. gold curb chain, £ 2 Jubilee piece attached; 2 gold curb chain brace- lets, 9 ct., very heavy. Information to the Chief Constable, Portsmouth. KENT- 65.— Folkestone { Borough). — 14ih inst., by burglary, a large plain silver cigarette box, gold lined, with crest, shield, 2 griffins with crown above, and crowned griffin enscrolled underneath, " Jour de Ma Vie"; 1 old silver snuff box, " West " engraved on top; 1 silver vinaigrette box; 1 do. boat, about 5 in. long, with a man therein; 1 do. coach and 2 horses, with man drivine . o ( about 3 in. long); 1 do. vase, about 5 in. high ; 1 glass scent bottle, with silver top ; a few silver charms; 1 silver salver, 12 in. diameter, crest " Stag under tree " in centre, beaded edge, stanas on 3 feet; 1 old do. sugar sifter ( Dutch); 1 silver sandwich box, gold lined, about 6 by 4 in.; 1 do. wine strainer, horn handle; 4 antique do. salt spoons, beaded handles, crest as above; 1 silver mustard pot and spoon, Indian make; 4 small do. ^ pepper pots; 1 Indian do. bangle with raised figures in panels, about 2^ in. deep ; 1 plain silver bon- bon dish about 6 in. long; 1 pair gold rimmed spectacles, in mother- o'- pcarl case, edged with gold; 1 oval ivory brooch, with carved Chinese figures, about 2 in. by 14; 1 silver medal ( naval), Ashantee, 1873, ' Lieut. A. H. Bradshaw," on edge, Queen's head one side, Ashantees fighting the other; 1 do., " For boat service" on edge, Queen's head one side, " F. Newell " the other, date 1847; 2 antique silver thimbles ( one a child's); 1 silver heart shape case ( embossed) metal watch, gilt back, inside; 1 do. oval box, about 2 in. by 14 in.; 1 plain do. vase, about 6 in. high; 1 large do., medal 24 across, " Tottenham Archers, 1821," one side, archers shooting with bows the other; 1 old silver bangle, about 38 charms at- tached ( German); 5 tea spoons ( 1 gold, " Lucerne" on handle; 1 silver filigree) ; 1 silver Chinese junk, 4 by 34 in., with sails set, loose rudder ropes ( silver cord); 1 small silver pagoda, about 24 in. high; 1 silver Sedan chain, 4 by 2 in.; 1 small Chinese silver coffee pot; 1 do. tea pot; 1 small locket, set with pink stones ( French) ; 1 gold oval locket, bird with plumage of real feathers one side ( unique); 2 small silver candlesticks, about 2 in. high ; 3 gold seals, on old chased gold ring ( 1 seal bust of Edmund Burke; 1 set 2 rubies; 1 with crest, stag under tree); 1 silver match box; 1 do. perforated basket, with grapes and leaves in relief over, twisted handle, date about " 1790," 6 in. long; 2 do. Jubilee sweetmeat dishes, 4 by 3; 1 gold Royal Arch, masonic decoration; 1 silver nutmeg grater, eeg shane; 1 silver chate- laine, very old, with 4 silver chains, scissors in embossed sheath, pincushion do., thimble case, and needle case, attached; 1 do. patch box in ebony box, 3 in. long, 1 in. wide; 1 do. Chinese sanpan ; 1 do. shoe; 1 do. high shoe; 1 do. rick- shaw; 1 gold oval vinaigrette, about 14 in. lonsr. initials on the top : 1 oxvdised silver pendant ( centre Chinese painting, and pink stones); 1 silver gilt paper cutter, 4 in. long, winged lion on end; 2 silver vinaigrettes, about 1 in. long; 1 chased gold brooch, painting of Geneva on China, set in chased gold, 34 in. bv 3 ( Swiss); 1 ivory elephant charm ; 2 antique Shagreen watch cases, Fold rimmed ; 1 pair spectacles, silver rims ; 1 silver case, containing scent bottle; 1 do. menu holder, fan shape; 1 do. bonboniere, 3 in. long; 1 pair silver scissors; 12 silver Jubilee coins, 1887 ( in- cluding 3 florins). Information to the Chief Constable, Folkestone. 66.— Gravosentl ( Borough).— 8th inst., a small silver <^ ard case, " A. H. G." on face; 1 silver sovereign case; 1 silver cigarette case, " A. H. E. G. from S. E., Christmas, 1905," thereon; 1 long gold curb watch chain, ft. long, leather strap at- tached, gold whistle on end, with " F. A. C." on front; 1 green lounge suit, new, cut long in front; 1 ruby and diamond pin; 1 pearl and diamond do.; 1 plain gold do.; 1 single diamond do.; 1 plain gold cigarette case, lid opens in 2 parts, initials " S. E. H." thereon; 1 gold chain, with gold knife, pencil, cigar cutter, and tube, gold match box, with S. E. H." thereon, attached ; 1 thin gold chain, a halfpenny on each end; 1 pair gold links; 1 case containing tie clips, and gold safety pins; 1 green tweed cap, maker " Ross, Exeter," inside: 2 small gold studs. Information to the Chief Constable, Gravesend. 67 — TunhridcfG Wells ( Borough).— Vdth inst., a youth's dark grey overcoat, single- breasted, side pockets, five rows stitching on each cuff, sleeves lined with black and white " Glasade," remainder of coat with Italian cloth, containing a pair of brown kid gloves; a bicycle, " Edlin St. Clair " model, 24 in. frame, enamelled black, with red and gold lines, 28 in. wheels, with rustless spokes, and litted with " Edlin St. Clair" tyres, upturned handle bars, with black grips, free wheel, 2 " Phillips' " brakes, rubber pedals, mudguards front and back, brown leather saddle, oil lamp, black celluloid pump, " Stirling" bell, bag con- taining tools, the front forks were slightly bent, oxydised parcel carrier at rear; a lady's " Rover" bicycle, metal heart shape, transfer stamped " Rover " on head, frame black enamelled, wheels, front 30 in., back 28 in., both enamelled black and fitted with Dunlop tyres, upturned handle bars, grips with green tips, black celluloid mud- guards and gearcase, " Morrow" back pedalling hub, fitted to back wheel, powerful rim brake front wheel, " Christie" saddle, partly metal and partly leather, leather tool bag, " E. Elleray" written inside- By TWO MEN ( lst, age about 40, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., medium build, ginger moustache; dress, dark overcoat ( supposed the one stolen), black bowler hat. 2nd, age 27, height medium, small dark moustache; dress, light grey overcoat, black bowler hat). They left Tunbridge Wells by the 3- 12 p. m. train, S. E. & C. R., on 19th inst., with the bicycle labelled " Charing Cross." Information to Chief Constable, Tunbridge Wells. LANCASHIRE. £ 10 REWARD. 6r>. — Liverpool ( City). — Since 29th December, 1906, a real sable fur stole collarette, length, not including tails, 53 to 54 in.; 1 do. fur tie length, not including tails, 70 to 72 in-. Information to the Head Constable, City Police, Liverpool, by whom the above reward will be paid for such information as will lead to the apprehen- sion and conviction of the thief and the recovery of the property. The offer of the reward will hold good until 30th June, 1907. 69. — Sal ford ( Borough). — 15th inst., by housebreaking, a lady's blue enamelled wafceh, about the size of a shilling, set pearls at back, gold rim, white dial, gold hands and numerals, silk guard attached; 1 lady's 18 ct. " old half- he diamond ring, set 5 diamonds ( 1 stone missing); 1 do. gold ring, set 3 opals and 4 diamonds, claw setting: 1 do., set sapphires and 4 diamonds; 1 do., set 5 diamonds and 5 sapphires, forming 2 rows; 1 9 ct. gold ring, set large ruby, claw setting; 1 lady's 9 ct. gold neck chain, Belcher pattern, bril- liant medallion attached: 1 do., Belcher nattern, 9 ct. gold heart- shaped locket, chased, photograph of a gentleman inside, attached; 1 gold bar brooch, 14 in. long, 2 lovers' knots in centre, set pearls; 1 9 ct. gold curb bangle, safety chain and a bril- liant button attached; 1 9 ct. gold bangle, chased on top, plain underneath, fastens with a snap; 1 do. brooch, oblong, chased in front: 1 silver brooch, very large, star shape, set brilliants; 4 brilliant medallions, various patterns; 1 18 ct. gold pin, fox head design, set 2 diamonds for eyes; 1 set of 9 ct. gold studs, chased on ton; and a link of pearl beads, fastens with a snap. Information to the ChLf Constable, Salford. SOMERSETSHIRE. 70.— Bath ( City).— Cth inst., by burglary, a plated table spoon; 1 do. butter knife; 2 large do. salad spoons, long handles, polished wood ends; 6 plated fish knives, ivory handle feather and flowers engraved on blades; 6 do. .. orks, to match; 6 do. dessert spoons; 6 do. tea spoons; 15 do. table forks; 1 Charles II. 5s. piece; 80 Avoca mixture cigarettes; 150 cigars, " Esmonda Flor Fina " on bands. Information to the Chief Constable, Bath. SURREY. 71.— Farnham ( County). — 14th inst., a " Elmsdale" bicycle, No. 11199, enamelled black, plated rims, green handles and grips, " E. J. Lawrence " written in ink under saddle. Information to Supt. Simmonds, Farnham. W URGES TERSHIRE. 72.— Bromsgrove ( County).— 10th inst. by housebreaking, a lady's gold English lever vratch. " M. E. P., 1875," engraved on dome, gold chain with small links, attached; 1 gold bangle, narrow band; 1 do. bracelet, curb pattern; 1 do. locket, plain one side, Maltese cross impression on other, containing a photograoh of a gentleman; 1 small oval do., containing lock of hair; 1 gold crescent brooch, size of a 5s. piece, set 5 pink corals and 1 pearl star; 1 lady's gold ring, set 3 garnets and 2 pearls in a line; 1 do., ribbed, set 3 small diamonds and 2 amethysts. Information to Supt. Beal, Bromsgrove. "( 3.— Dudley ( Borough).— Between 15th and 16th inst., by burglary, a gold massive curb bracelet and padlock; 1 gold curb bracelet, new; 1 do., very small links; 1 diamond snake ring, 18 ct.; 1 diamond ring, 3 rows ( lst, 2 diamonds and 1 sapphire; 2nd, 3 diamonds; 3rd, 2 diamonds and 1 ruby); 1 5 stone turquoise ring, 18 ct.; 32 ladies' gold dress rings, various stones; 37 gold keepers, various patterns, 9 ct.; 32 ladies' gold dress rings, 9, 15, and 18 ct.; 4 do. gold necklets; 2 do. and lockets, enamel one side; 1 do., short, double, gold albert and seal; 1 do. gold albert and trinket; 1 do. and heart; 1 do. and ball; 1 do. and tassel; 1 do. gold Albert; 1 do. chain; " L/- K/ S/ 7/- O/- XJI H/ V/- M/- D/-" scratched inside the rings. Information to Chief Supt. Speke, Dudley. PROPERTY RECOVERED. HEREFORDSHIRE. 71— ROSS ( County).— Bangle, Case No. 64, 15th inst. SUSSEX ( East). 75. — Haiisham ( County). — Bicycle, Case No. 37, 4th January last. ANIMALS, & c., STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 76.— G Division.— lZ> th inst., a bay pony age 7 years, 13 hands, long mane and tail, clipped, in fair condition; a set of silver- plated harness, " N. G." on bridle— By A MAN, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 3 to 5 in., complexion fresh, round face, clean shaved; wearing brown box cloth over- coat, brown cap with long peak. 16th inst., a light brown mare, 7 years, 15 hands, 1 hind fetlock white, hog mane, long tail, " No. 20 " branded on near hind quarter, chipped knees, in good condition. 77.— N Division.— 20th inst., a very dark brown Russian horse pony, 13 hands, age 10, black points, very fat, thick mane, long tail, long streak of grey top of neck under mane, small splint off fore leg, long coat; a set of old black leather harness, brass mounts, double stitched reins, rings on hames have been repaired with brass S hooks, snaffle bit; and a long bodied rustic cart, rails and bars round top, ash wood shafts, through trap, small piece cut out of one at back, low dash board, 2 pieces of iron bolted thereon, Collin's axle, in. tyres, seat board with black American cloth flap, painted dark green, picked out red", " J. F. Eaton, Waltham Cross, Herts," painted on off side. 78.— Y Division.— A bay mare, 14 hands, front teeth much worn through curb biting, short mane and tail; and a roan mare, 16 hands, white star on forehead, high withers, white ring near fore fetlock joint, suffering from set fast on. off side of back, short mane and tail. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. PERSONS or BODIES FOUND SUSSEX ( East). 79.— Battle ( County).— 12th inst., at Sale- hurst, the body of a newly- born FEMALE CHILD, fully developed, wrapped in two sheets of brown paper, tied with string. Information to Supt. Plumb, Battle. SUSSEX ( West). 80.— Worthing ( County).— llth inst., at Goring, the body of A MAN, age about 35, length about 5 ft. 7 in.; dress, navy blue cloth jumper and trousers, " W. Turner" in white paint thereon, navy blue guernsey, white flannel undershirt with white binding around neck, white merino pants, navy blue socks with white toes, lace boots, maker " Barton, Landport," thereon. Found in pockets a leather purse, home made, con- taining 19s. 24d. Apparently a seaman. Body had been in the water a considerable time. Information to Supt. Bridger, Worthing. T H E POLICE G A Z E T TE FRIDAY, MARCH * 22, li* 07. MISCELLANEOUS. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 81 — Barnsley ( Borough).— On 16th inst., a man entered a jewellers and fancy goods shop, asked the assistant for change of a shilling ( pre- sumably to ascertain the situation of the till), and on being informed that she was unable to comply, he left the shop. About an hour afterwards another man, age about 35, medium height and build, wearing a brown overcoat and black bowler hait, entered and stated he wished to purchase an album, which was in the window, and induced the assistant to go outside for the purpose of pointing out the article, and while so doing he hesitated and ap- peared undecided which to select. She invited him to return to the shop and examine some albums, and on entering she found a third man with a case containing 42 diamond and other gem rings, which he had taken from the window while she was en- gaged with the supposed album purchaser; she succeeded in recovering £ Ke case and rings, where- upon the man dealt her a violent blow and de- camped, with the other man. ( Supposed identical with the three men wanted at Nottingham. See Case No. 40, 15th inst.) Information to the Chief Constable, Barnsley. APPREHENSIONS. 89. — Essex, Southend - on - Saa ( County).— EDVVIN HARRISON, CASE No. 15, lst iijst. 90 .- Gloucestershire, Bristol ( City) — JAMKS MITCHELL, Case No. 16, 8th inst. 91- Hertfordshire, Watford ( County).— HARRY STEWAR i and GliOllGE WEBBER, Case No. 23, 7th October, 1894. 92. — Kirkcudbrightshire, Kirk - c id bright ( County).— JOH ^ D n VINE, Case No. 25, 16 h January last. 93.— Lancashire, Liverpool ( City).— Licence- holder EDWARD BOWEN, Office No. 1392- 06, Case No. 26, 21st September, 1906, at Kettering, on a charge of failing to report. 94.— Lincolnshire, Boston ( Borough). ROBERTS. Case No. 26, 8th inst. 95.— Yorkshire ( North Riding), Guisborough ( County}.— ALBERT BAR- RETT, Case No. 46, 15th inst., ? nd sentenced to 14 days imprisonment. 96. — Yorkshire ( West Riding), Goole ( County). — Supervisee OLIVE GxR- NETT, Office No. 1578- 03, Case No. 46, 25th January, 1907, and sentenced at Louth, 14th inst., to 1 month hard labour, as Margaret Johnson. 97- Yorkshire ( West Riding), Barnsley ( Borough). - THOMAS JOHN ON Case No. 56, 23rd ult., and sentenced to one month imprisonment. LATEST INFORMATION. 85.— Metropolitan Police District, Y Division. — JOSEPH FONGE, Case No. 9, 16th November, 1906, and mare, harness, and van recovered. $ 6— City of London.- ROBERT DUN- DERDALE COCKSEDGE, Case No. 107, 26th May, 1905. 87.— Buckinghamshire, High Wy- combe ( Borough). — WILLIAM WARNER, Case No. 11, 4th May, 1906. 88.— CumberlandPenrith ( County). — MAN, Case ND. 13, 15th inst., and property re- covered. DUMFRIESSHIRE. 99.— Dumfries ( County).— For larceny and for contravention of the Post Office Act— WIL- LIAM THOMAS GRAHAM, age 39, height about 5 ft. 6 in., stout build, complexion fresh, full red face, hair ( tinged with grey) dark, clean shaved, eyes blue, may be slightly lame; dress, dark tweed suit, dark rainproof overcoat, dark grey cap, light lace boots. A native of Biggar, Lanarkshire. He served 12 years in the K. O. Scottish Borderers. Absconded 9th inst. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, County Police Office, Dumfries. GLA MORGA N SHIRE. 100.— C a r diff ( C'ty)— For wounding— ANASTACHE CHOMATIONAS, age 25, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., slight build, hair lio- ht, slight moustache, inclined to curl, boil scar on side of neck; dress, dark coat and trousers, grey vest and cap. Of Greek nationality. This man was paid off the s. s. Ethel- wind at Hull on 12th inst. Warrant issued. Information to the Head Constable, Cardiff. PERSON IN CUSTODY. 82 — Metropolitan Police District, Convict Supervision Office.— Expiree PAUL COLLARD, Office No. 2992- 00, Tabular Form, lst inst., and current List of Re- convictions. 83 — Metropolitan Police District. J Division.— LEWIS YORLEY, Case No. 3, 20th July, 1906. 84- Metropolitan Police District, APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. T Division.— EDWARD J. J. BARNETT, Case No. 8,15th inst. HAMPSHIRE. 101. — Southampton ( Borough). — Com- mitted for trial at Quarter Sessions, 11th prox., charged with burglary, 23rd April, 1906, and as- sault on Police— WALTER HENRY BATTEN, alias CHASE and WATERFORD JEFFREYS, age 37, height 5 ft. 9i in., complexion ruddy, hair ( inclined to curly) light, eyes blue, lost top of second right finger, plausible manner. A baker; native of Southampton. Has been convicted at Hull and Reading. Supposed wanted elsewhere. Information to the Chief Constable, Southamp- ton. PROPERTY STOLEN. CITY OF LONDON. 98.— For falsification of accounts — JOHN BRADLEY WILLIAMSON, age 30, height about 5 ft. 9 in., slight build, hair and moustache brown, long face, long tapering fingers; dress, dark green- ish grey jacket suit, grey overcoat, bowler hat. Has worked at Burnley ( Bank Top Railway Station bookstall) and at Southport. Native of Rochdale, Lancashire Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Supt. Stark, 26 Old Jewry, E. C. SOMERSETSHIRE. 102.— Bath ( City\— Between llih and 15th inst., a youth's free- wheel bicycle, enamelled black, rubber pedals, flat handle bars, cork grips with black tips, two rim brakes, the pin which fastens one of the levers to the handle bar missing, Brooks' saddle, B. S. A. fittings, believed Dunlop tyres, back one much worn, Sterling bell; a girl's free- wheel " Meteor Rover" bicycle, enamelled black, plated rims, two hand rim brakes, 20 in. frame, No. 8561, " The Meteor Rover, No. 2," on plate fixed to front tube, upturned handle bars with green grips, rubber pedals, Dunlop tyres, " Cycle Depot, Henrietta Park, Bath," stamped with purple ink on one of the inner tubes, Sterling bell. Information to the Chief Constable, Bath. List of Llooaoo Holders, Supervisees, Expirees, who have boon re- apprehendedy tor tho week oadlng March 16th, I9D7, with tho results, etc. Divisions Office concerned. No. NAME. Sentence. Date and Place. Fresh Offence with which charged. He- convicted in Name of F. 1971- - 02 BAMBRIDGE, ALFRED 5 years p. s. M. 440- - 06 BATES, WILLIAM JAMES It days h. l. E. G. 2531- - 98 BENSON, JOHN i months h. l. G. J. 375- - 00 BERROW, THOMAS 12 months h. l. G. 2992- - 00 COLLARD, PAUL 8 months h. l. G, K, M. 3621- - 99 GAHAN, JOHN 10s. or 7 days h. l L. 2885- - 0) GREY, WILLIAM 12 months h. l. B, L, V. 3444- - 99 HYDE, ALFRED 18 months h. l. H. 885- - 03 MCCARTHY, JEREMIAH 1 month h. l. T. 2038- - 01 REINHARDT, THOMAS 3 months h. l. A. 1083 - 04 SMITH, JOHN 3 months h. l. M. 492- - 00 THOMAS, WILLIAM 3 months h. l. L, T. 2255- - 01 TILL, FREDERICK 3 months h. l. V. 220 - 00 WESTON, HENRY 4 months h. l. D, G, M, N, Y. 1792- - 97 WILSON, FREDERICK 18 months h. l. ! 3th Mar., S. L. Sess. 9th Mar., Glamorgan Assizes 12th Mar., Guildhall P. Ct. 15th Mar., N. L. P. Ct. 18th Mar., Cleikenwell P. Ct. 7th Mar., Old Street P. Ct. 13th Mar., Bow Street P. Ct. 13th Mar., S. L. Sess. 13th Mar., Gravesend P. Sees. 11th Mar., Mansion House P. Cl. 13th Mar., Westminster P. Ct. 13th Mar., Greenwich P. Ct. 6th Mar., Rawtenstall P. Ct 13th Mar., S. L. Sess. 13th Mar., S. L. Sess. Falsely representing himself to be a Police Officer Assault with intent to rob Rogue & Vagabond P. of C. Act. Failing to report Disorderly conduct P. of C. Act Stealing horse, van and harness Assault Rogue & Vagabond Insulting behaviour At wilful damage Assisting to conduct a prize fight and assault on police Suspected person Stealing horse hair Burglary Name and Division of Officer. CHARLES BAKER WILLIAM BATES WILLIAM BURNS Same Name Same Name Same Name Same Name Same Name JEREMIAH MCCARTY GEORGE BENNETT Same Name Same Name Same Name P. C. Hider, 358L ; also P. C. Sudbury, O. I. D., L. Det. Constable Dyer, City. P. C. Dew, 331J ; also Insp. Gunn, J. I'. C. Trott, C. I. D., G ; also P. S. Fair, C. I. D., C. O. I'. C. Shipman, 42SG. P. S. Milton. C. I. D., Y; also P. S. McEvoy, C. I. D., E. I'. S. Pike and P. S. Woollard, C. I. D., L. P. S. Schoones, I8L, and P. C. White, 24 5 L. P. S. Caselton, C. I. D., M; also Sub.- Divl. Insp. Hopkins. M. P. S. Purkiss and P. S. Gillan, C. I. D., V. HERBERT ALFRED WHISTON Same Name P. O. Hart, 032 P ; also Inep. Neil, C. I. D., Y. 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