GAZETTE PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY NEW SERIES. FRIDAY MARCH, I> 9, 1907 VOL. XXIV., No. 24- 16. l. 2. 3. All communications for insertion in the POLICE GAZETTE, and all communi- I cations relating to them, should be addressed to THE EDITOR OF THE POLICE GAZBTTE, NEW SCOTLAND YARD, LONDON, S. W. Particulars concerning persons whose apprehension is sought will be inserted m one issue of the POLICE GAZETTE, if they are sufficient to enable action to br taken upon them by another force. 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. 15. 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 53. to 10s. A remittance of 5s. should be made in the first instance for cost of engraving sketches. 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 sig. ned by the chief officer of police, or his immediate deputy, of the county, city, or borough, as the case may be. 6. 7. Announcements concerning stolen property must be guaranteed by an officer of not less rank than Inspector, or analogous thereto. H. 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 deliquents or stolen property tf. be inserted in the POLICE GAZF. TTE, 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 unnouie- 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 luter than Saturday morning. They mvst be clearly written on one side of the paper oi ly; they must be in the usual form, and accompanied by a covering letter. 12. All payments must be in advance, either at the office, New Scotland Yard, bi) Postal Order, or by Post Office Order, payable at Parliament Street Post Office. 13. ' The Space being limited, announcements concerning " Missing Persons" arc only accepted on payment, but insertion in the next or any subsequent issue cannot be guaranteed. The charge for such insertions ( if accepted) will be given on application. THE EDITOR, New Scotland Yard, London, S. W. NOTICE. t.— The composition of tho Friday Ho. af iftst " Police Gazette" Mfill be found arranged for eaay roforonoo am fol- row* e— ; at} Regulation* at top of firat page. ( it} Approheaalona Sought. ( 1). Metropolitan Police District. ( 2). Counties. ( 3). Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged, as far as practicable, in alphabetical order. oi Parsons in Ouatody. ( 1). Metropolitan Police District.. ( 2). Counties. ( 3). Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged in alphabetical order. \ d) Property Stolen. ( 1). Metropolitan Police District. ( 2.) Counties. ( 3.) Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged in alphabetical order. 2,— Any additional copies of the GAZETTE beyond the number at present supplied will be forwarded on application in the form set forth in eircular of the 7th of November, 1883. 8.— It is particularly requested that any com- plaints as to the non- delivery or of irregularity in the date of delivery of the POLICE GAZETTE, may be at once notified to the Editor. SPECIAL NOTICE. Letters relating to criminal business addressed by other Police Forces to Scotland Yard, are very frequently delayed, owing to the envelopes con- taining them being directed incorrectly or inade- quately. In such cases prompt attention cannot be assured unless the letters are addressed " The Assistant Commissioner of Police, Criminal Investigation Department, New Scotland Yard, London, S. W." SPECIAL NOTICE. ISSUE OF CROWN OFFICE SUBP( ENAS. THE aid of the Metropolitan Police is fre- quently sought by other Police Forces to apply oil 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 IUOW 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 RoyaJ " Courts of Justice, together with Praecip, for " which a fee of 5s. is charged." APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT \.— T Division— For stealing £ 7 16s. 10d.— GEORGE CRUICKSnANK, age 24, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair light; dress, dark grey jacket suit, dark tweed cap. He was em- ployed as a coffee bar assistant. May be found in company of soldiers or sailors. Absconded 18th inst. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. CITY OF LONDON. 2.— For stealing H cwt. of linotype metal ( re- covered) - CHARLES STELLER, a German, age 55 to 60, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh, round face, hair ( bald oil top), moustache, and eyes grey, walks quickly, very active; dress, dark grey suit, soft felt hat. A printer's machine hand. Warrant issued. Not to arrested out of the United Kingdom. 3.— For misappropriation of trust funds— WILLIAM GEORGE RICHARDSON, age about 45, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion fresh, full face, hair and moustache dark. A solicitor; late of 4 St. Mary Axe, E. C. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Supt. Stork, 26 Old Jewry, E. C. A YRSHIRE. 4 — 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 IV. issue, and 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 foreign • 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. CHESHIRE. 5.— Birkenhead ( County).— For stealing, 21st inst., at Heswall- cum- Oldfield, a painter's white cotton coat; 1 do. pair of overalls, " The Magnet" in red inside of waist; 2 do. aprons; 1 pair paperlianger's scissors, 10 in. long; 1 putty knife — JOSEPH FLETCHER, age 29, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion pale, hair sandy, eyes blue ( squints); dress, brown coat and vest, dark trousers, blue cap, black and white neckerchief, Blucher boots. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Sutherland, Birkenhead. 6. — Crewe 1 County). — For stealing, be- tween 16th and 17th inst., at Shavington- cum- Gresty, 10 fowls- MICHAEL NOLAN, age 28, height 5 ft. 6 in., rather stiff build, complexion fresh, high cheek bones, hair brown, clean shaved, eyes grey, cut mark on chin, speaks with strong Irish accent; dress, grey jacket and vest, dark trousers, cap, brown boots with narrow toes. A groom; native of Kilgranty, Bagnellstown, Carlow. Attends horse sales. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Pearson, Crewe. DERBYSHIRE. 7.— Chesterfield ( County).— For failing to report — Supervisee ISAAC GROVES, Office No. 166- 07, age 40, height 5 ft. 3} in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes blue, 2 scars on right < 2 T H E POLICE GAZETTE. TUESDAY, MARCH 29, 1907. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued )— cheek and 1 top of forehead. A collier; native of West Bromwich. Sentenced at West Bromwich Sessions, 24th October, 1906, to 3 months hard labour and 1 year supervision for larceny. 9393. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Faulkner, Chesterfield. DUMFRIESSHIRE. S.— Dumfries aunty — 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. DURHAM. 9— Stockton - on - fees ( 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. 10 — 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 right forearm; dress, blue jacket suit, 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 Amsterdam 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 aa 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. 11— Saffron Walden ( County). — For stealing £ 9 4s., 13th inst.— SIM CLAYDON, age 34, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fair, hair and moustache light, eyes blue, scar left eye; dress, dark striped jacket suit, dark overcoat, dark blue cap, may be wearing hard felt hat. A native of Clavering, Essex. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hailstone, Saffron Walden. FLINTSHIRE. 12.— Mold ( County).— Far 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. GLA MORGA NSHIRE. 13.— Cardiff ( City}.— For wounding— ANASTACHE CHOMATIONAS, age 25, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., slight build, hair light, 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. Etlielwind at Hull on 12th inst. Warrant issued. Information to the Head Constable, Cardiff. GLOUCES TERSHIRE . 14.— Bristol ( City).— For obtaining money by false pretences — GEORGE THOMAS TILTON, 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 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. 15. — Bournemouth ( County).— For neglecting to maintain his wife and family— SAMUEL MARTIN, alias FREDERICK WIL- LIAMS, age 40, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion dark, hair dark brown, eyes hazel. A labourer; native of Yeovil. Warrant issued. 16.— Bournemouth ( County).— For ob- taining a banker's order for ill 10s., by false pre- tences, 21st ult.— FREDERICK HOARE, age 22, height 5 ft. 7| in., complexion and small moustache dark, hair dark brown, eyes hazel, scar inside left forearm, heart and clasped hands back of right wrist, horse shoe with horse's head in centre, back of right forearm, " F. H." and dot back of left hand, several indistinct marks back of left hand; dress, dark jacket suit and cap, sup- posed white muffler. A baker; native of Bourne- mouth. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hack, Bournemouth. 17.— Gosport ( County).— For stealing, 21st inst., from his lodgings, a watch ( recovered) and a gold colour chain with locket, containing photo- graphs of 2 ladies, attached— A MAN, age about 22, height about 5 ft. 7f in., complexion dark, hair brown, eyes hazel, several front unner teeth missing, scar left forearm, heart and clasped hands tattooed back right wrist, horseshoe and horse's head in centre light forearm, " F. H." and dot back left wrist, indistinct marks back left hand ; dress, dark jacket suit and cap. supposed white muffler. Information to Supt. Cottle, Gosport. 18.— Southampton { Borough).— 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 Hockey Club, Mav. 1903, 1 April, 1903 "; 1 gold albert, curb pattern, with appendages, viz., 2 coins ( 1 gilded threepenny piece; 1 Guernsey Is. 8d. double, filded1); 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 bags ( 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. HERE FORDSHIRE. 19- — 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. HUN TING HO NSHIRE. 20.— Huntingdon it'oix't.' .— Hor stealing, 24th inst., a cheque book ( Barclay & Co.), con- taining 18 cheques, u„° U982. t >.. O. i « 40 A MAN, who gave the name of HENRY J. NEVILLE, age about 30, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion dark, thin face, hair brown, clean shaved, of good address; dress, dark jacket and breeches, buck- skin inside both knees, brown leggings, and cap. He hired a trap and drove to Cambridge, and in payment gave the driver one of the above cheques for £ 1. Is believed to have left Cambridge for London on 25th inst. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Huntingdon. ISLE OF ELY. 21.— March ( County).— For stealing, 18th inst., a racing bicycle, transfer " Royal Asena," maker " Dyson, Bradford," enamelled black, 24 in. frame, 28 in. wheels, Palmer tyres, jointless lims, fixed wheel, rat trap pedals, Eadie fittings throughout, lamp and bell-— A MAN, age about 19, height 5 ft. 7 or 8~ in., complexion fresh, spotted face, hair brown, broad Yorkshire dialect; dress, dark suit and cap, red tie, white silk necker- chief. Information to Supt. Nixon, March. KENT. 22.— 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 ooat, 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 6tli 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. LANARKSHIRE. 23.— 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., completion sallow, hair ( thin on top) brown, clean shaved, eyes dark blue, speaks with slight Irish accent, and appeai- s to have a slight impediment in speech; dress, blue serge suit, old dark overcoat, brown 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. 24.— 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. FRIDAY. MARCH 20, 1907 1 H E POLICE GAZETTE. 3 PORTRAITS OF PERSONS WANTED. CITY OF LONDON. 25.— 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. LANG A SHIRE. 26. - Sal fort* ( 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. Information to the Chief Constable, Salford. BERKSHIRE. 27.— Wokingham ( County).— For obtain- ing money by false pretences— WILLIAM 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 potatuos, eggs, apples, rabbits, & c. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Goddard, Wokingham. DERBYSHIRE. 28. — 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- 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. PORTRAIT OF A PERSON IN CUSTODY. YORKSHIRE ( West Kit! ing). 29. — Pontefract ( County). — Committed for trial, charged with larceny— THOMAS WHITE, alius RAYBOULD, age 41, height 5 ft. 3£ in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes hazel, anchor right forearm. A racing tout and groom; native of Birmingham. Is well acquainted with prison discipline, and states he has often been imprisoned. Information to Supt. Hollis, Pontefract. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( oontinuet)- LANOASHIRE. 30.— Liverpool ( City).— For neglecting to notify his change of residence — Licence- holder THOMAS ROBERTS, alias DAYIES, Office No. 2900- 98, age 62, height 5 ft. 3f in., complexion pale, hair ( thin on top) grey, eyes blue, scar centre front and back of head, flesh luni" under left eye, " Curlsv Cov Love, 1870," several flowers in red and blue IUA, cross flags and other tattoo marks on right forearm, ship on right upier arm, star back of right hand, " T. I." and mass of other tattoo marks on left forearm, three blue dots and bracelet on left wrist, " T. R." base of left thumb, seven blue dots between left thumb and forefinger, anchor and red and blue star back of left hand, also " Mary Welsh," flower, and four men's heads tattooed in red and blue back of left hand. Sen- tenced at Liverpool Assizes, 27th April, 1899, to 7 years penal servitude, and remanet of former sentence, for burglary. Liberated on license, 19th November, 1906, which expires 21st March, 1 XHPZ 514. To be dealt with where found. Information to the Head Constable, Liverpool. 31 .— Salford ( Bor i- gh)—\ or I tnbezzling £ 32 8s. 6d., monies of the Overseers of the Poor— THOMAS HENRY DAWES, age 42 or 43, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion ancl hair ( slightly bald) dark, clean shaved, prominent nose; dress, blue serge . suit, short jacket, fawn colour overcoat, bowler hat. Is said to be fond of billiards. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdrm. Information to the Chief Constable, Salford. NOR THA MP TONS HIRE. 32.— Daventry ( County). — For obtaining food and lodgings, by false pretences, at Long Buck- by, between 16th and 18th inst.— FREDERICK JENNINGS, age about 30, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, moustache light sandy, rather large Roman nose; dress, black jacket ( with velvet collar) and vest, white cord trousers, brown cord cap, blue striped muffler, heavy lace boots. Had in his possession a mouth organ, which he may be found nlaying at public houses. Stated he was employed by the General Post Office; laying telephone from Long Buckby to Northampton. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Brown, Daventry. NOR Th UMBi. RLAND. 33.- A I n W t C k { County).— For oUdiun g £ 20 by false pretences, on 8th and 23rd ult.— H. HOLLY ( supposed iaise), age 30 to 40, complexion inclined to be pale, round fat face, hair dark, clean shaved, stout build, square shoulders, dark shitty e} es; dress, long grey or fawn coloured over- coat, light trousers, hard felt hat. He called at a laundry and represented that he was a collector for Bolton'^ Trade Directory, High Street Sheffield; Universal Trade Directory, Leadenhall Street, Loudon, and other Directory Companies, which do not exist. May be found committing directoiy frauds. Warrant issued. 34.— Alnwick ^ Cuunly).- J or obtaining £ 9 10s. by false pretences, 20th ult.— ISABELLA ALLSOP, alias J. WILSON, age 30 to 40, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., slight build, complexion fair, small coarse face, hair light auburn, of smart appearance, turned up nose, small eyes, upper teeth decayed, talks politely, addicted to drink; dress, short black jacket, blue skirt, long grey fur, grey motor cap, and veil, also black veil, wore 2 rings ( 1 plain and tarnished). She called at a laundry and re- presented that she was a canvasser for Thompson's Directory, Cobden Chambers, Corporation Street, Birmingham; Clement Robertson and Coy., Mer- cantile Directory of Great Britain, 8 Park Lane, Leeds, and other Directory Companies, which do not exist. May be found committing directory frauds. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Morpeth, or Supt Bolton, Alnwick. NO TTINGHA MS HIRE. 3') - Nottingham ( City).— For failing to report — Supervisee WILLIAM PURDY, alius FREDERICK BARNES, Office No. 1139- 98, age 28, height 5 ft. 5j complexion pale, hair dark brown, eyes brown, scar ton of head, " E. B. J. B. P. R. Lucy Love Me," and cross flags left forearm. A street musician ; native of Nottingham. Sen- tenced at Northampton Countv Sessions, 5th April, 1906, to 9 months hard labour and 3 years supervision for larceny. Liberated on remission, 13th December, 1906.' 4654. To be dealt with where found. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Clav, Notting- J > O ham. REEVES, alias WILLIAMS and KING, age about 46, height 5 ft. 9£ in., complexion fresh, wmtm 4 T H E POLICE GAZETTE. « FRIDAY, MARCH 15, 1907. APPREHENSION SOUGHT ( continued)- RUTLANDSHIRE. M.- Oakham ( County). — For falsifying accounts with intent to defraud the Postmaster- General, 21st January, 1907— ALFRED SEPTI- MUS WRIGHT, age 31 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 11 in., stout build, complexion florid, hair and moustache ( clipped short) light brown, eyes brown; dress, light check suit, dark blue overcoat, light cap, lace boots. Ts a reservist of the Grena- dier Guards. ( See Case No. 32, 8th February last.) Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Oakham. SHROPSHIRE. 37.— Whitchurch (^ OU/ UY/;.— For steal- ing, 19th inst., a clock ( recovered)— JOHN \ V RIGHT, age 38, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion sallow, hair dark brown, moustache light brown, slight cast in one eye; dress, short blue jacket, dark vest, dark or green cord railway trousers, grey peak cap, muffler, old Militia boots, of military appearance. A native of Newport, Salop. Be- lieved to have been convicted of larceny in Staffordshire ( Pottery District). Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Lucas, Whitchurch. SUSSEX ( East.) dS.— Bexhill { Uouniy).— For stealing lioni a hotel, 14th mat., a lady's long gold chain, rope pattern, spade guinea and metal pendant, 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. H."; 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 expanaing 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 ooins ( 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 of bromide of soda. Information to Supt. Elphinstone, Bexhill. 39.— Brighton ( Borough).— For obtaining £ 20, 31st August, and £ 20 on lst September, 1906 by false pretences— EDWARD WALTER ROBERT FITZGERALD, age 20 to 25, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., slight build, complexion fair, hair light. Frequents race meetings. Warrant issued. WES TMOREL A NO. 12.— Kendal ( County).— For deserting his wife and child, leaving them chargeable to the Kendal Union— ROBERT HARRISON, age about 24, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion ruddy, hair dark brown, clean shaved, scar over left eye. A labourer; native of Kendal. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Notman, Kendal. WILTSHIRE. 43.— 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. •\\.— Tishury ( County^.— For stealing £* 3 10s., at Zeals— HERBERT CLOTHIER, age 19, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes blue; dress, dark suit with light stripes, dark cap, brown lace boots. A native of Zeals. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Moloney, Tisbury. WORCES TERSHIRE. Evesham ( County).— For stealing, 18th inst., a quantity of sewing machine accessories — FRANCIS HENRY SIMMONDS, age 18, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, clean shaved, eyes blue, wearing gold rimmed spectacles, of smart appearance; dress, navy blue suit, light cap, light lace boots. A native of Birmingham. An expert dancer, visits public houses for the purpose of singing and danc- ing. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Cope, Evesham. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 46.— Keighley ( County).— For deserting his children— HENRY BINNS, age 39, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion sallow, hair black, eyes brown; dress, blue coat and vest, fustian trousers, cap. A native of Keighley. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Tebbutt, Keighley. 17.— Barnsiey ( Borough).— For obtaining money by false pretences— HERBERT HUGHES, alias ALBERT HUGHES HALL, 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 wearing a long brown overcoat, check pattern, brown cloth leggings, and carried a small brown hand bag. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Barnsiey. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. 40.— Brighton ( Borough). — For stealing ( bailee), 24th ult., a diamond ring— C. FORBES, age 40 to 45, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., slight build, moustache and pointed beard inclined to sandy. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Brighton. 11.— Hove ( Borough) — For wilfully neglect- ing and abandoning his four children— THOMAS YEATES, age 46 or 47, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., rather stout build, complexion dark, hair ( bald on top) dark, turning grey, eyes brown, mous- tache dark, turning grey, has lost nearly the whole nf his teeth, figure of a woman tattooed on left arm, other tattoo marks on chest and right arm, scar on chin, and cuts on fingers. A labourer ( woodcutter). Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Hove. CUMBERLAND. 48 — Cockermouth t. County\ — Com- mitted for trial at the ensuing Sessions, charged with shopbreaking— JOSEPH SOUTHALL, alias JOSEPH WILLIAM SOUTHALL, ENOCH LOWE, JAMES WILSON, and WILLIAM RILEY, age 29, height 5 ft. 4. J in., slight build, complexion fresh, rather long face, hail' dark brown, slight moustache brown, eyes brown, cross, clasped hands, " In memory of my mother" tat- tooed right forearm, cut scar left side of mouth; dress, brown jacket, blue serge vest, dark grey trousers, grey tweed cap, lace boots. A labourer; native of Coseley, near Bilston, Staffs. Has been convicted at Bilston, Wolverhampton, Manchester, Stafford, Bristol, Abergavenny, Caerlon. Photograph can be seen on application. Information to Supt. Graham, Cockermouth. HAMPSHIRE. 49. — Petersfield ( County). — Committed for trial at Hants Quarter Sessions, 9th prox., changed with wilful \ arid malicijous djamage to property— GEORGE BRIMSON ( supposed false), age 64, height 5 ft. in. without shoes, com- plexion fresh, hair and eyes grey, bridge of nose broken, elephant and palm tree tattooed inside right forearm, cut mark right forearm, anchor and indistinct marks left forearm, cut mark inside top 2nd, 3rd, and 4th right fingers; wearing dark clothes, dark grey cap. A sign writer; native of Tiverton. Information to Supt. King, Petersfield. SHROPSHIRE. V) — Whitchurch ( County).— Committed for trial at Assizes at Peplow, 8th inst., charged with arson- ROBERT TAYLOR, age 40, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion sallow, hair dark, eyes brown, " R. T." tattooed back of left wrist, cut mark back left hand, small coal mark left elbow, brown birth mark left side of ribs, cut mark right side of head, burn mark right side of neck. A farm labourer or collier; native of Manchester. States he served in the lst Battn. Welsh Regiment from 1883 to 1890. Has worked at farm houses and collieries at Bursham and Ruabon. Information to Supt. Lucas, Whitchurch. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 51 .— M Division.— 16th iust., 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. BERKSHIRE. 52.— Reading ( Borough).— Between 27th ult. and 6th inst., an " Enfield Minerva" motor cycle, 2| 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 rather 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 M BRIDGES HIRE. 53.— Cambridge ( Borough).— 21ot inst., a lady's gold Geneva watch ( recovered), 1 lady's gold albert, small links, with 2 tassels and a watch key at end; a South African War medal, two bars, " No. 1333, Private T. Knowles, Suffolk Regi ment," on edge— By A MAN, who gave the name of \\ 1LSON, age about 20, height about 5 ft. 7 in., complexion dark, clean shaved; dress, dark grey cycling suit. Information to the Chief Constable, Cambridge. CHESHIRE. £ 10 REWARD. 54.— Liscard vCounty j.— 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 ot., with 6 gold charms on each, consisting of swan, bicycle, lamp, acorn, bell, dog, horse 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 ^> air 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. TUESDAY, MARCH 19, 1907. T H E POLICE GAZETTE. 3 PROPERTY STOLEN ( continued)— DORSETSHIRE. 55.— Poole ( County).— 19th inst., at Brank some, a free wheel bicycle, blue transfer on head and rear mud- guards, " The Petros Motor and Cycle Co., Birmingham," black enamelled, green and gold lines, 25 in. frame, usual parts plated, Rudge- Whitworth handle bars, inverted lever rim brakes ( left lever missing), Eadie- Fagan two- speed gear, " 28203 " on hub, A1 Clincher tyres, rat- trap pedals, Brooks' BIO saddle, Brampton & in. pitch roller chain, tool bag, plated pump and oil lamp. Information to Supt. Brown, Poole. FLINTSHIRE. 56. — Moltl ( County). — During the last ' A months at Padeswood, 28 pairs pedestal brass steps ( 1 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 pump, from a portable engine ( massive); 1 in. blow off cock, from a portable engine; 1 pump, from a Robey engine; 3 lubricators; 3 § in. pet taps; 2 water gauge cocks. All pure brass. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Flintshire. HAMPSHIRE. .— Aidershot ( County).— 25th inst., an 18 ct. gold half- hunter keyless watch, initials " G. R. L." on back, No. 9170, maker " Emanuel, London," on face and works; 1 silver Waltham half- hunter watch, initials " J. F. L." on back; 1 gold chain, long and twisted links alternately, Silver match box attached; 1 gold and platinum chain, fancy links. Information to Supt. Hawkins, Aidershot. 58.— Gosport ( County).— 22nd inst., a plush case, containing 100 wedding rings ( 22 ct.), trade mark " J. M.," varying in prices from 8s. to 50s. — Suspicion is attached to THREE MEN ( lst, age 30 to 38, height 5 ft. 6 to 8 in., complexion dark; wearing black overcoat, black bowler hat. carrying a brown leather bag. 2nd, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in.; wearing brown overcoat and black bowler hat. 3rd, age 35 to 38, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., complexion pale, rather thick moustache ( cut short), of Jewish appearance; wear- ing a long fawn colour overcoat, light cap, wears glasses. Information to Supt. Cottle, Gosport. 59.— 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. 60 — Chatham ( County). — 21st inst.. at Gillingham, a masonic centenary jewel, " Hedley William Templeman Oaks" engraved on back; 1 gold albert, 1 large and 2 small links, with a " P. Z." masonic jewel attached; 1 lady's Water- bury keyless watch; 1 old silver Geneva watch, " H. O." engraved on back; 1 gold brooch, diamond in centre; 1 do. keeper rinp- chased ; 6 solid silver tea spoons; 1 pair silver sugar tongs; 2 purses ( 1 black morocco, containing £ Z 14s. and a key; 1 brown do., containing a half- sovereign and some silver); 1 small brown hand bag; 1 masonic jewel square and compass, link broken; 1 silver shield pin ; 1 do. book mark, end engraved; 2 bottles of scent ( 1 essence of Bynet; 1 opoponea). Information to Supt. Rhodes, Chatham. 61. - Tunh idffe Wells ( Korm< gh) 25th inst., a blue velvet jewel case, 4 by 2 by 2 in.; 1 lady's 18 ct. gold ring, set sapphire surrounded with diamonds; 1 lady's 18 ct. gold ring, set 5 stones, sapphire and diamond alternately; 1 lady's 18 ct. gold ring, set 3 rubies and 2 diamonds; 1 gold double neck chain, set large amethysts about 2 in. apart; 1 lady's 18 ct. gold gipsy ring, set 5 diamonds; 1 lady's gold old- fashioned ring, set diamonds, emeralds, rubies, and opals ( 1 stone missing); 1 lady's 18 ct. gold ring, set ruby and 4 pearls; 1 green enamel brooch, cluster of dia^ monds in centre, and pearls round the edge; 1 gold pendant, set turquoise, had a pearl drop; 1 gold cross, 2£ by H in., gold neck chain attached; 1 gold tie pin, set turquoise, gold chain, setjjearl, attached; 1 metal fancy pendant, set imitation ruby and surrounded with brilliants, metal neck- chain attached; 1 gold locket with a blue enamel imitation dog collar thereon ; 1 gold bangle, may have " Jarratt " or " Boyes " engraved thereon; 1 miniature water colour painting of a boy 6 months old, gold rim studded with pearls; 1 long gold nock chain— By A MAN, age 30 to 32, height 5 ft. 6 in., stout build, complexion ruddy, mous- tache supposed brown, slouching gait; dress, dark jacket and cap, white cord trousers, heavy boots. Information to the Chief Constable, Tunbridge Wells. SOMERSETSHIRE . ^ 2— Bath ( City).— Between 1+ ih 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, " C^ cle Depot, Henrietta Park, Bath," stamped with purple ink on one of the inner tubes, Sterling bell. Information to the Chief Constable, Bath. SURREY. O'V— Guildford ( C un UK— By burglary at Old Woking, a lady's gold keyless watch, gilt dial, chased back, ring at top rather loose; and £ 2 2s. 3d.; 1 green purse, " From Tilla to Annie" written in ink inside; 6s. 6d.; a few half- nenny stamps; 4 small photographs; and a bill for £ 1, paid to Minty, Goldsmith Road, Woking. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Guildford. 64.— Hersham ( County). — 20th inst., by burglary, a Buhl clock, very old, brass face, figures much worn, concave glass, stands on 4 claws, ormolu figure in sitting position on top, 12 in. high ; 1 old Georgian silver snuff box, " J. B." on lid; 1 silver vinaigrette, 1 in. square; 1 do. bird; 1 Ceylon do. box; 1 silver gravy spoon; 8 do. table; 9 do. dessert; 5 do. tea; 15 silver forks ( some of these articles have crest, dragon's head); 9 do. tea spoons, fancy pattern; 2 do. butter knives; 1 do. bread fork; 4 do. sauce ladles ( 3 antique, ivory handles; 1 modern, pearl handle); 4 do. desseit knives and forks; 1 child's silver knife, fork, and spoon, monogram " H. W. B." on handles; 1 plated pickle fork, small; 1 do., long; 1 plated meat skewer; 1 green brass figure of fawn dancing; 2 black do. ( 1 Venus with gold bracelet; 1 a boy running, 5 in. high); 1 small brass shaping Buddha; 1 small brass pig match box; 2 copper ash trays, stamped " Foudroyant "; 1 round stamp box, Benares work; 1 bone snuff box, " Richard Firby, 1788," on lid; 1 painted papier mache do,; 2 umbrellas ( 1 lady's, straight, gilt handle; 1 crooked, gilt handle); 1 ebony walking stick, gilt mounted, embossed; 1 large linen couch coverlet, light green with white figured edge, about 10 ft. square; 1 white linen apron, marked " Jones"; 1 white cotton skirt; 4 pantry cloths, marked " Bleackley." Information to Supt. Marks, Hersham. SUSSEX ( East). 65.— Hastings ( Borough).— Since 27th ult., a pair of calico sheets, hem stitched; 1 pair linen pillow cases; 2 toilet towels; 6 white linen handkerchiefs, each article marked " S. Wil- loughby" in black ink; 1 set of new blue and white toilet covers, soiled. Information to the Chief Constable, Hastings. IYORCES TERSHIRE. 66.— 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/- U/ H/ V/- M/- D/-" scratched inside the rings. Information to Chief Supt. Speke, Dudley. YORKSHIRE ( North Riding). 67.— Middlesbrough ( Borough). — 19th inst., by shopbreaking, a lady's silver Geneva watch, engraved cases, white dial, No. 49246, stock No. 9L, also " 1137B " scratched on case, "~ Mat- hey," maker, on movement; 1 do., silver dial, No. 17651 ; 1 do., no hands or glass, fancy engraved cases, fancy dial, very small numerals, out of re- pair; 1 silver lever watch, no hands or glass, white dial ( cracked), black numerals, out of repair, well worn. 23rd inst., by housebreaking, a lady's small gold watch, maker Poole, Middlesbrough, No. 51615, figures instead of numerals, fancy engraved back, was affixed in a tan leather wrist strap; 1 do. long gold guard, diamond cut links, a gold boat, round gold medal with inscription on back, " Presented to J. Hariand by Dr. Carl." foreign gold coin, gold watch key, horse shoe pattern, and other trinkets on a gold split ring, attached; 1 do., small rope pattern, oval sliding ball affixed thereon, which liad stones set therein, but are now missing, small gold heart shape locket, engraved, opens, minus glass, attached; 1 gold necklet, fine diamond cut links, fastens with a gold split rim*; 1 gilt appen- dage, containing photograph of a gentleman and bov; 1 rolled gold locket, about the size of a shill- ing, engraved, photograph of a lady and gentleman inside; 1 do., rope pattern, catch broken; 1 bril- liant brooch, shape of a cockle shell; 1 do., design true lover's knot; 1 brooch made from a gold medal, raised centre, shield shape, minus pin, " C. F. A." in monogram thereon, " Won by J. Rudd, 1890- 1, Cleveland Amateur Cup," thereon; 1 lady's gold ring, plain band, set diamond sparks and blue stones; 1 do. thin, broken at side, set pearls and rubies, well worn; 1 do., set pearls and rubies, thin, well worn; 1 do. rolled gold ring, set 1 white stone, claw setting; 1 do gold ring, plain band, set 5 diamond sparks ( outer one missing); 1 white metal watch, plain face, silver albert, long links, each link stamped, with silver medal and silver seal, attached. Information to the Chief Constable, Middles- brough. PROPERTY FOUND. HERTFORDSHIRE. 68. — Hemel Hempstead ( County).— 24th, in the Grand Junction Canal at Tring ( sup- posed stolen), a " Centaur" bicycle, enamelled black, usual parts plated, Bowden brakes, back one broken, upturned handle bars, Centaur tyre on back wheel, " The Wasp" on front wheel, bell, leather tool bag, containing two pieces of rubber tubing and sand paper. In fair condition. Information to Supt. Foster, Hemel Hemostead. PROPERTY RECOVERED. HAMPSHIRE. 69.— Aidershot ( County).— The " Victor" bicycle. Case No. 62, 22nd inst., and thief arrested. ANIMALS, & c., STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 70.— N Division.— 2iBt inst., a red roan Welsh horse pony, 11 hands, aged, short mane and tail, clipped except legs, in good condition, scat- right nostril and centre of forehead 1 in. long; 2 sets of harness ( 1 brown leather, pony, brass mounts, plain; 1 black leather, heavy horse, brass mounts, long hames); a light spring village trap, varnished light oak, rubber tyres, brass wheel caps, " Garner, maker, Watton," thereon, piece of new board in bottom, 3 new iron straps underneath right spring not painted, usual brass fittinjs, fixed seat, rubber mats. 71.— Y Division.— Between Uth and 18th inst., 2 horses ( lst, black mare, 15 hands, short mane and tail, in foal. 2nd, very dark dun mare, 15 hands 2 in., wall eyed, blaze down face, near fore, and hind fetlocks white, off hind feitlock partly white, short mane and tail). Both in good condition. Information to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. SUFFOLK ( East). £ 5 REWARD. 72.— Ipswich ( County).— lltli inst , at Gos- beck, a chestnut horse pony, age about 12 years, 12 hands, white star on forehead, near hind fet- lock white, mane clipped; a low gig, painted black, yellow wheels and shafts, picked out black, off side step broken at level of shaft, piece of wing one side broken, brass lamp, horse shoe pattern, green lined cushions; a set of black harness, white metal mounts, steel bit; 2 black leather collars, pony size ( 1 with white metal hames); 1 Bridle with white metal buckles, with split driving bit ( 1 ring broken). The above reward will be paid by Mr. Southgate, Gosbeck, for such information as will lead to the apprehension and conviction of the thief and the recovery of the property. Information to Supt. Taylor, County Folice, Ipswich. 2 T H E POLICE GAZETTE. TUESDAY, MARCH 12, 1907. APPREHENSIONS. 7 3.— Metropolitan Police District, G Division . — FREDERICK ERNKST WARD, Office No. S 27175, Case No. 2, 24th November, 1905, and sentenced at the Birming- ham City Assizes, 14th inst., to 4 years penal servitude" for forgery. 74.— Metropolitan Police District, K Division.— THO as WILLIAM DAW- SON, Case No. 4, 22nd inst. 75— Metropolitan Police District, N Division. — THOMAS GENTLE, alias ARCHER ZEPII GENTLE, Case No. 6 15th inst. 76. — Breconshire, Brynmawr ( County).— JAMES FURLOW, Case No. 6, 28th September, 1906. 77— Cheshire, Birkenhead( County) — FRED RYAN, Case No. 8, 22nd February, 1907. 78— Dorsetshire, Poole ( County).— MAN, Case No. 11,22nd inst., and boots recovered. 79.— Hampshire, Bournemouth ( County).— GFORGE PARSONS and ALICE FITT, Case No. 21, 22nd inst. SO. — Sussex ( East), Brighton ( Borough).— JOHN W. ROGERS, Case No. 27, 13th April, 1906. 81.— Yorkshire ( East Riding), Hull ( City).— FREDERICK T. MOSS, Case No. 48, 15th ult. LATE8TJF0RMATI0N. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 82.— F Division.— For obtaining, 23rd ult., , £ 3, by a worthless cheque on London and West- minster Bank— ARTHUR BRYDGES- TODD, age 36, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion, hair, and mous- tache dark; dress, dark jacket suit, dark tie, hard felt hat, lace boots. Native of London. Warrant issued. 83.— V Division.— For obtaining £ 1 15s. by an altered pawn ticket, 26th November, 1906 — JOHN STROLLER, alias STROTHER, WAT- SON, COWD11AY, and Captain HENRY MEL- ! VILLE, Office No. 2743- 99, age 35, height 5 ft. 9i in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, scar inside left wrist and left thumb, blue mark back of left forearm and hand; dress, usually blue serge suit, red or green tie. A clerk; native of London. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. CITY OF LONDON. 84.— For embezzlement and forgerv — WIL- LIAM WAYGOOD, age 35, height 5 ' ft, 9 in., complexion freckled, hair red, side whiskers and small moustache ( waxed at ends); dress, grey tweed overcoat with velvet collar, dark I morning coat and vest, striped trousers. A cashier and collector. Accompanied by his Wife, age about 35, short, very stout, and 5 children ( 4 girls and 1 boy), ages from 12 months to 14 years. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Stark, 26 Old Jewry, E. C. CAM » RIDGES HIRE. S5.— Cambridge ( Rorough').— For stealing, 12th inst.- KATE IIARRIS, age 21, height ahout 5 ft., good build.— ALICE PAYNE, age 18', height 5 ft. 4 in. One supposed wearing bla- ck skirt, long black jacket, black sailor hat; other, grey tweed jacket with red spots, blue striped skirt, white sailor hat. They escaped from the Refuge Home, 12th inst., taking the above clothing with them. MISSING. 91.— Since I5th ult., from Woolwich — WIL Their underclothing is marked » The Refuge, Cam- ! LIAM. SMART, age 43 height 5 ft. 5 in com- bridge " plexion fresh, oval tace, hair ( bald on top) dark Information to Chief Constable, Cambridge. brown' beard> whiskeis' and moustache browu' SURREY. 86.— Chertsey ( County).— For embezzling 20s.— ARTHUR PATTEN, age 38, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, slight dark moustache. Engine driver; native of Suffolk. May be found " driving engine with threshing machine. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hackman, Chertsey. PERSON IN CUSTODY. METROPOLITA N POLICE DIS TRIG 1 87.— J Oivision.— Remanded at Strattord Petty Sessions till 10 a. m., 30th inst., for unlaw- ful . possession of a chestnut horse pony, hog mane, short tail, in good condition; set of plated har- ness, " W. B." in monogram thereon; and a dealer's light spring cart, black, picked out green, yellow wheels ( lined black), brass rails and nave stocks, rubber tyres, cart was formerly painted chocolate, lined red— ARTHUR MALYON, age 26, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes blue; dress, dark jacket suit, fawn colour dust coat, tweed cap, brown lace boots. A dealer; ' native of West Ham. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. PROPERTY FOUND IN POSSESSION OF A PRISONER. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 88.— J Division.— A dark bay mare cob, 14i hands, short mane and tail, clipped trace high except legs, white hairs on forehead and back, in good condition; set of brass mounted harness, a braes rose on breeching and blinkers, brass hames; and a country dealer's cart, painted dark green, picked out light green, yellow lines, " F. P." in monogram on both sides and back panels, brass hand rail front and back, two steps each side, " Frank Price " or " Page, dealer, Marlow, Bucks," ( partially obliterated) on off- side, supposed stolen. In possession of Somerset Nicholson, in custody for shopbreaking. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. 1 eyes ( blind left) grey, straight nose, carries his left hand up at side; dress, blue suit, hard felt hat with flat top, lace boots, wearing a gold masonic ring, green stone, and a silver watch and chain. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. 92.— Since 3rd October. 1906. from Cadeby, Yorkshire— SARAH LOUISA BRAITHWAITE, age 28, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion light, hair ANIMALS, & c., STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 89.— J Division.— 14th inst.. H dapple prey horse cob, about 14 hands, thick set, long tail ( hair rough at root); and a small uncovered van, painted dark green, lined black, picked out light green, square Asbestos lamp, glass broken; set of brass- mounted harness, tan reins, " T. Marshall, builder, Cambridge Road, E.," on off panel and " Hyman Kepper, 243 Cambridge Road, E.," on brass plate off- side. ' JO.— S Division.— 21st inst.. a light bay English pony, age 8 years, 13 hands, long mane and tail, in fair condition; 1 set of black harness, brass mounts, " H. G." on blinkers and saddle; and a costermonger's large barrow, painted green, picked out red, red wheels, " H. G., 13," cut on side and tail board, " H. Green, Arlington Road, Camden Town," on top of rail. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. auburn, eyes blue, of weak intellect at times ; dress, brown costume, black hat, lace boots. A native of Cadeby, near Doncaster. Has been an inmate of a private lunatic asylum. May be found in a workhouse infirmary, asylum, or endeavour to ob- tain a situation as a domestic servant. Last heard of at Denby Dale, near Huddersfield. Information to Supt. Hickes, Doncaster. List of Lloemoe Holders, Supervisees, Expirees, who have been re- apprehended, tor the week emdlng March 23rd, W07, with the results, etc. Divisions concerned. Office No. NAME. Sentence. K. 1271— 00 HAKT, JOHN P. 17— 05,. JACKSON, WILLIAM G, H. j: « 79— 99 MACK, JAMES E, G. 341?: i WALSH, MAURICE E, K. S. i 48354 WHITKFOORD, CALEB CHARLES 2 years imprisonment and lined 26 Ciancs 1 year impiisonment and fined 26 trancs 15 days imprisonment anil fired 26 francs 20 months h. l. 3 years p. s. 3 months h. l. 10 years p. s. Date and Place. 9th Ang., I'JOti, Brussels Fresh Offence with which charged. Stealing bank notes and attempting tc steal bank notes ISth Mar;, C. C. Ct. 1' Jth Mar., C. C. Ct. : S0th Mar., Bow Street P. Ct. 19th Mar.. C. C. Ct. Larceny ( trick) j Larceny ( person) Larceny ( goods ex posed) Using an instrument to procure abor- tion. Re- convicted in Name of ALFRED Dl'PKE/. JOHN H A1IG KISON Same Name GEOliQE DA V IS Same Name Name and Division of Officer. P. C. Walton, 74: 5 City : also Det. Gr .' enough, City. P. C. Phillips, 185 City. | P. O. Worth, 445B ; also P. C. Phillips, 268Y. ] Insp. Simmons and P. S. Draper. C. I. D., D. LOUDON: PBINTED JOB HIS MIJUTI'I STATIOSE BT OFFICE BY J. J. KBLIHER & Co., LTD., 32, NEW BRIL'OE STREET, B. C.; 33, KINQ WILLI . AM STREET JJ. O • AND MARSHALSKA WORKS S B