PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, MAY 22, 1908. VOL. XXV., No. 2546. RE GUT- (. All communications for insertion in the POLICE GAZETTE, and all communi- cations relating to them, should he addressed to THE EDITOR OF THE POLICE GAZETTE, NEW SCOTLAND YARD, LONDON, S. W. 2. Particulars concerning persons whose apprehension is sought will be inserted in one issue of the POLICE GAZETTE, if they are sufficient to enable action to be taken upon them by ' Mother force. ' J. 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 the name of such person is required to be inserted and no warrant is in force against him, the requisition must be signed by the chief officer of police, or his immediate deputy, of the county, city, or borough, as the case may be. ATIONS. 7. Announcements concerning stolen property must be guaranteed by an officer of not less rank tliun Inspector or analogous thereto. S. Announcements of all persons to be apprehended or of stolen property bear u number, and as far as practicable they are alphabetically arranged by counties. 9. The force which causes particulars concerning delinquents or stolen property to be inserted in the POLICE GAZETTE, must, on their apprehension or recovery, at once transmit to the Editor notice of the fact, referring to the number of the announcement, for insertion in the next issue. 10. In all cases the officer signing the request for the. insertion of any announce ment will be wholly responsible for any proceedings which may result from such publication. 11 Announcements for the Friday issue should be forwarded so as to be received not later than noon on Wednesday, and for the Tuesday edition not later than Saturday morning. They must be clearly written on one side of the paper only: they must be in the usual form, and accompanied by a covering letter 12. All payments must be in advance, either at the office, ~ Sew Scotland Yard by Postal Order, or by Post Office Order, payable at Parliament Street Post Office. 13 The Space being limited, announcements concerning " ^[ issing Persons " are only accepted on payment, but insertion in the next or any subsequent issue cannot be guaranteed. The charge for such insertion ( if accepted) • will be given on application. THE EDITOR, New Scotland Yard, London, S. W NOTICE. 1.— The composition of the Friday No. of the " Police Gazette " will be found arranged for easy reference as fol- lows # a) Regulations at ion of first page. (* » ) Apprehensions Sought. ( 1). Metropolitan Police District. ( 2). Counties. ( 3). Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged, as far as practicable, in alphabetical order. ( c) Persons in Custody. ( 1). Metropolitan Police District. ( 2). Counties. ( 3). Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged in alphabetical order. ( tO Property Stolen. ( 1). Metropolitan Police District. ( 2). Counties. ( 3). Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged iD 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 circular of the 7th of November, 1883. 3.— 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. LICENCE HOLDERS AND SUPERVISEES. In most cases in which Licence- holders and Supervisees residing in the Provinces fail to report themselves and whose arrest is con- sequently desired, the Editor is requested to insert the particulars in the GAZETTE. Arrests ® n such informations are made subsequently, but the particulars are not always forwarded for the purpose of the original information being can- celled as required by Rule 9 of the Regulations ; the Editor therefore desires to call special atten- tion to this matter with a view to the Rule mentioned being invariably acted upon. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT l — Convict Supervision Office.— For failing to report— Supervisee WILLIAM PERCY BATES, alias JOHN K1DD, KING, SMITH, WHITE, and BARNABY RUDGE, Office No. 904- 06, age 27, height 5 ft. 5 in., com- plexion fresh, hair and eyes brown, several abscess scars right of neck, nose crooked. A native of London. Sentenced at Nottingham City Sessions, 28th June, 1907, to 9 months hard labour and 2 years supervision for larceny. Further sentenced at South- Western Police Court, 27th February last, to 3 months hard labour for stealing cigars, and failed to report on liberation, 12th inst. To be dealt with where found. 2.— A Division•— For stealing a Pekinese dark red spaniel dog, dark face, white ohest and front paws, answers to the name of " Ching "— A MAN, age about 40, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., stout build., of smart appearance; dressi, black manning coat and vest, dark trousers, black hard felt hat., 3. — E Division — Forstealinga piano organ, " No. 2, Rossi and Spinelli, 49 Warner Street, Clerkenwell," on front— BILLY HUGHES, age 23, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion and hair dark, eyes grey, slouching gait; dress, old brown suit and cap. A native of London. Is accompanied by a Man, with one arm only. Warrant issued. 4 — F Division.— For stealing ( servant), 4 gold bracelets ( 1 chain, 3 miniatures of children, surrounded by diamonds, attached; 1 15 ct. flexible, set amethyst; 1 small chain with padlock, key, and safety chain attached; 1 solid plain with curb fastening, and safety chain attached); 10 gold brooches ( 1 large square, set emeralds in centre, surrounded by diamonds; 1 large oblong, set 2 emeralds, surrounded by diamonds, joined by small emeralds and diamonds, with diamonds at sides; 1 diamond and sapphire, curved, stones set alter- nately ; 1 shell shape, set blue stone and bunch of lillies of the valley in diamonds in centre; 1 diamond arrow, 2i ins. long; 1 small, set sapphires and pearls; 1, 2 birds, set pearls; 1 crescent and star, set pearis; 1 large round, cairngorm in centre, with 4 salver thistles as wreath at bottom; 1 small, shape of maple leaf); 4 gold rings ( 1 large antique marquise with miniature; 1 small, set turquoise, surrounded with diamonds; 1 old- fashioned, set carbuncle, which opens, containing hah-; 1 old- fashioned mourning, set diamond, " John Bull and Richard Bull" engraved inside); 3 gold lockets ( 1 small, engraved maple leaves, old- fashioned, photograph of lady and gentleman inside, small gold cable chain attached; 1 small plain glass photograph of a lady and gentleman inside; 1 large round, 3- leaf clover, set emeralds and diamonds, surrounded by small diamonds, " C. S." engraved on back, photograph of lady and gentleman in- side; 1 gold chatelaine, consisting of purse, heart shaped locket, miniature of a girl, shell, Hercules' cap, staff, orange, round mirror, and 4- leaf clover locket, all attached); 1 pair gold links, oval, chased; 3 gold watches ( 1 small, covered with dia- monds, in blue velvet case, " C. S." in gold thereon, " Paris Exhibition, 1900" inside; 1 lady's 18 ct. " J. C. S." thereon; 1 large 18 ct., old- fashioned, engraved, keyless); 2 gold pins, both set emeralds, surrounded with diamtonds; 1 silver brooch, shape of basket, sword stick; 1 silver filigree bead necklet; 1 lady's silver keyless watch, iin brown leather wristlet; 3 Roman pearl necklaces; 1 18 ct. double curb watch chain ; 1 brass framed jewel case, covered with calf skin, lined green watered silk; 1 oval jet locket, photograph of a lady and gentle- main inside; 2 silver Scotch dirk brooches, set. cairngorms— BERTHA NELSON, age 25, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., complexion pale, hair ( looped over forehead) dark, eyes ( large) bluish- grey, speaks German fluently, of smart appearance; clress, dark costume, large black hat and veil. A native of Denmark or Germany. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office. New Scotland Yard, S. W. A YRSHIRE* 5.— Ayr { County).— For stealing 14 I'l Bank of Scotland notes, at Ardrossan, 8th inst.— ROBERT WILSON, age 36, height 5 ft. 8 oi 9 in., complexion fresh, hair and heavy mous- tache black, right knee- joint stiff; dress, blue serge jacket suit, light peak cap, brown and grey muffler, light lace boots. A ship's mate; native of Banff. He has served on several vessels, trad- ing between Ardrossan and the Mediterranean, from March, 1906, to March, 1908. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Ayr. BUCKINCHA MS HIRE. 6.— Slough { County).— For larcenv ( servant) - FREDERICK PINER, age about 20, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., slight build, round shoulders, complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, boil scar back of neck; dress, old grey jacket and vest, brown mixture trousers, dark cap, old lace boots, sailor's flannel shirt, " Piner " thereon. A native of Faimham Royal, Bucks. He was employed by a fishmonger to deliver fish. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Pearman, Slough. 2 APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued)- 7.— Slough ( County).— For embezzling 16s. ll£ d. at Chalfont St. Giles, between 27th March and 13th inst.— JOHN SANDERS, age about 20, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., stiff build, com- plexion fair, hair ( curly on forehead) light brown, clean shaved, front upper teeth discoloured, large blue star tattooed on chest, heart with dagger in centre on right forearm, chain with woman's head in centre left forearm; dress, dark grey mixture jacket and vest, dark striped trousers, blucher boots. Warrant issued. Information to Inspector Bunker, Beaconsfield. CHESHIRE. 8- Macclesfield ( Borough).- WALTER COHEN, alias YOLES and YULES, and HARRY CONNEL, alias HOLCROFT, Case No. 20, 1st inst. Not now wanted. DENBIGHSHIRE. 9— Wrexham ( County).— For stealing, 11th inst., workhouse clothing— THOMAS BROWN, age 63, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fair, hair and moustache ( turning grey) sandy; dress, dark grey jacket and vest, dark brown oord trousers, all stamped " Wrexham Union Workhouse," lace boots, stamped " W. U. W." A labourer; native of Wrexham. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Wrexham. DURHAM. 10.— Gateshead ( Borough).— For stealing, 6th inst., a lady's gold demi- hunter lever watch, chased back, " Lawson, Liverpool" on works ; 1 18 ct. gold curb albert, open links, spade guinea attached ; 1 lady's long gold curb chain, very small links, small heart set brilliants fastened to centre of chain and small swivel at one end, a small gold anchor and a small bog oak pig attached; 1 small gold miniature photograph frame, photograph of a girl on one side, and an elderly gentleman the other; 1 large oval gold cameo brooch, lady's face cut in ivory in the centre and gold acorns and leaves around the edges, old fashioned ; 1 9 ct. gold curb bangle, double links, heavy, fastens with a padlock, nearly new ; 1 gold bangle, plain band, set pearls in the shape of a horseshoe in centre ; 1 gold curb chain bangle, gilded 5s. piece set in centre ; 1 plain gold bangle ; 1 gold curb bangle, large links, fastens with padlock ; 1 lady's 18 ct. gold ring, set 5 diamonds ; 1 do. gold ring, supposed 22 ct., set 2 diamonds and emerald in centre; 1 do. 15 ct. gold ring, set turquoise and pearls ; 1 do. 18 ct. gold ring, set diamond, claw setting ; 1 do. gold ring, set 3 rubies and 2 diamonds; 1 do. gold cameo ring, figure of a lady thereon ; 1 do. gold dagger pin, " C " set pearls on top, small safety catch at bottom, attached with a small chain ; 1 do. gold pendant for neck chain, set pearls and 1 amethyst drop ; and £ 2 Is. 6d. — TWO MEN ( 1st, age 23 or 24, height 5 ft 6 in., complexion fresh, clean shaved, eyes dark ; dress, brown suit, hard black felt hat, tan colour boots, and wore a double curb gold albert. 2nd, age 23 or 24, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion pale ( rather consumptive appearance), clean shaved ; dress, navy blue suit, several brown spots near ticket pocket, bow tie, hard black felt hat, and tan colour boots. Both carried a fawn coloured mackintosh and walking stick. Appearance of theatricals; spoke with Midland accent. They took lodgings at Newcastle, 2nd inst., gave the name of Redfern, and stated that they had come from Sheffield. Information to the Chief Constable, Gateshead. ESSEX. 11.— Brentwood ( County).— For housebreak- ing, 10th inst., and stealing a red glass scent bottle, silver mounted each end ; 1 old gold long neck chain with small links; 1 gold cross, set white stones, tinted ; 1 old gold brooch, initials in centre ; 1 silver bangle ; 1 old- fashioned silver brooch, set white stones; 1 pair Canadian gold spectacles; 1 small gold brooch, set pearls, initials at back; 1 silver locket and chain, con- taining photographs of a lady and gentleman ; 1 round, white metal brooch; 1 gold mourning locket, " In memory of " engraved thereon ; 1 pair gold wire mourning earrings ; 1 lady's small gold albert, 2 tassels at end; a quantity of mock jewellery, bracelets, lockets and hat pins, 3 shape of golf sticks and 3 with silver knobs— TWO MEN ( 1st, age about 35, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., rather stout build, complexion fresh, full red face, hair and moustache light brown ; wearing brown or fawn colour overcoat, black hard felt hat. 2nd, age about 30, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., rather stout build, complexion fresh, hair and heavy moustache light ; wearing dark clothes). Information to Supt. Marden, Brentwood. 12 — Thorpe ( County).— MERC1A SOMER- SET, Case No. 13, 4th October, 1907. Warrant withdrawn. 13.— Witham ( County)— For stealing, 6th inst., at Great Totham, an old " Kudge- Whitworth" bicycle, front brake, black celluloid mudguards, rubber pedals, black enamelled, and £ 8— JAMES DAN1KL HUNT, alias JAMES FARRAND, age 21, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fair, hair light brown, clean shaved, eyes grey, of smart appearance; dress, light grey check jacket, trorsers and cap, white sweater, may be wearing brown boots blacked over. Supposed a native of Adderbury, Banbury. ( Arrested, see Case No. 98.) Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Lennon, Witham. 14.— Colchester ( Borough).— For stealing a quantity of machinery and plant— GEORGE EVER1TT, age 37, height 5 ft. 2 in., complexion fresh, freckled face, hair brown, eyes blue, addicted to drink. A general dealer ; native of Colchester. May be found at low public houses. He disposed of the property to a marine store dealer. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Colchester. GLA MORGA NSHIRE. 15. — Cardiff ( City). — For stealing ( bailee), clothing.— JOHN STEPHEN DAVIES, age 26, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion dark, clean shaved, stutters badly ; dress, dark suit, light cap. A collier. Warrant issued. 16.— Cardiff ( City).— For stealing a bicycle ( recovered)— WILLIAM JOiNES, anas UAR- LAND, age 24, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fresh, clean shaved, stutters ; dress, blue serge suit, muffler, light cap. Stays at common lodging houses. Absconded Gth ult. He endeavoured to enlist at Newport 13th ult., had with him a bicycle ( supposed stolen). Warrant issued. 17.— Cardiff ( City).— For obtaining food by false pretences— — MURRAY.( suppostd Scotch- man), age about 40, height 5 ft. 6 in., stout build, complexion fresh, hair and moustache brown, one upper tooth missing ; dress, brown speckled suit, hard bowler hat. A fitter ; stated he was employed at the electric power station. Warrant issued. 18.— Cardiff ( City).— For fraudulent bank- ruptcy— ARTHUR JOSEPH COOMER, age about 36, height 5 ft. 5 in., stout build, com- plexion fresh, full lace, hair light brown, clean shaved, high forehead, large eyes ; dress grey suit, paak cap. A fruit salesman and commission agent. Warrant issued. 19.— Cardiff ( City).— For housebreaking and stealing, 10th or 11th inst., a phonograph and reoords ( recovered); 1 light green and grey mixture overcoat, cuffs on sleeves, outside pockets; 1 brown mixture jacket, usual pockets, nearly new, both single- breasted— ALFRED TUCKER, age 24, height 5 ft. 6 in., stout build, complexion fresh, long full face, hair light, clean shaved, North Country accent, tattooed both arms ( including bust of Queen Victoria); dress, blue jersey, rough blue serge trousers1, light cap, blucher boots, may be wearing the stolen overcoat and jacket. A seaman or fireman; native of York. Warrant issued. 20.— Cardiff ( City).— For stealing a quantity of tea. and cocoa.— MARGARET BARNES, alias BURNS, age about 45, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., slight build, complexion fair, long face, hair light brown, eyes grey, nose inclined to be red, walks quickly ( very short steps); dress, black skirt and jacket, old black hat, usually carries a square black bag, which contains samples of tea and cocoa. A canvasser. She left here, 11th inst., and on the following day she was at Aberaman, where she is believed to be well known, also well known in the Swansea, Valley. Supposed accompanied by a Man, who is convassing the Aberdare District for orders for photograph enlargements. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Cardiff. GLOUCES TERSHIRE. 21— Cheltenham ( County).— For stealing £ 14, 17th inst.— ELIZA HARRISON, age about 40, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., complexion fair, full face, hair ( wavy) light, eyes blue, addicted to drink; dress, grey coat, black skirt, red under- skirt, black hat with grey trimmings, soft boots with patent leather toe caps. She tramps the country ajid usually stays at casual wards. Called upon a person who was formerly an official at the Union, and when left alone stole the above amount and decamped. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hopkins, Cheltenham. HAMPSHIRE. 22 — Alton ( County).— For stealing £ 1 5s., 8th inst., at Bordon Camp— A YOUTH, age 17, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., complexion pale, hair dark; dress, dark tweed Norfolk jacket, dark tweed cycling knickers, fancy vest, red spots, lined red, dark stockings, red band round tops, blue cap, brown lace shoes. A newsboy ; native of London. In possession of a " New Hudson " bicycle, 24 in. frame, 26 in. wheels, black enamelled, usual parts plated, wide dropped handle bars, 2 inverted lever brakes, celluloid mud guard s ( hole in back about size of an egg), Lucas oil lamp attached. Information to Supt. Reuben, Alton. ii3.— Andover ( Countij).— For obtaining £ 4 by false pretences, 4th inst.— GEORGE COLEMAN, alku MILLER, age 45, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion fresh, full face, hair and moustache dark; dress, blue serge suit, grey cap, brown boots. An associate of horse thieves. He left at Wallop, 4th inst., a dark brown horse, aged, 15 hands 2 ins., star on forehead ; a large high waggonette, recently painted, body black, yellow panels, wheels and shafts picked out black ( originally black and chocolate); and a set of black leather brass- mounted harness. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Bowles, Andover. 24. — Petersfield ( County).— For stealing, between 27th and 30th ult., at Greatham, a watch and chain ( recovered); 1 imitation gold necklace, about 18 in. long; 2 fourpenny pieces ; 1 three- penny do.; I small silver pencil case, and a small silver locket— ALFRED MILES, age 39, height 5 ft. 9J in., complexion fresh, hair ( turn- ing grey) black, eyes brown, woman, man's face, and other tattoo marks right forearm, 2 blue dots right wrist and back of right hand, anchor left forearm, blue dot left wrist, cut mark left eye, varicose veins both legs ; dress, heavy reefer jacket, light colour, white cord trousers, light cap, heavy boots. A tramping labourer ; some- times hawks ferns and watercress. Has been previously convicted of larceny. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Waters, Petersfield. HER TFORDSHIRE. 25.— Hatfield ( County).— For foiging a Mort- gage Deed for £ 3,500, at North Mymms— SIDNEY BROUGHTON POPE, age 36, height 5 ft. 8 in., thick set, complexion! darl? sla'llow, hair black, bald patch top of head, clean shaved, high fore- head, thick lips; dress, dark grey mixture tweed suit, light grey overcoat and cap, brown boots, underclothing marked " S. B. P." Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Reynolds, Hatfield. 26. — Hertford ( County). — For failing to appear to his recognizances at Hertford Quarter Sessions, 6th ult., on a charge of indecent assault — GEORGE DUNCAN SIMPKINS, age 17, height 5 ft. 2k in., complexion fresb, hair brown, eyes blue. Birthmark top of left breast. A native of Hertford. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Foster, Hertford. 27.— Watford ( County).— For embezzlement— JAMES BOND, alias LOGAN and WARD, age 50, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, moustache and whiskers ginger, eyes grey; dress, brown check tweed suit, buttons to pockets, may be wearing black frock coat. ( See Case No. 30, 1st March, 1907.) Warrant issued. Information to Supt. WTood, Watford. KENT. 28— Tunbridge Wells ( Borough).— For stealing, 7th inst., an Indian gold ring, set oval sardonyx; 1 full size Coddington lens microscope, mounted in German silver, worn; 1 " Rudge- Whit- worth" free- wheel bicycle, 26 in. frame, black en- amelled, flat handle bars, plate No. 3874, black vulcanite grips, 28 in. wheels, plated rims and spokes, two inverted lever brakes, oval cotterless cranks, rubber pedals, Rudge- Whitworth tyre front, Dunlop back, 63 gear, mudguards, lamo, vulcanite pump, and tool bag— ALBERT AN- DREWS, Office No. 1677- 07, age 19, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes brown, scar under left eye and palm of right hand, mole right cheek; drees, dark grey lounge suit, Bluoher boots, dark tie. A porter; native of Tun- bridge Wells. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, Tunbridge Wells. TUESDAY, MAY 22, 1908. T H E POLICE GAZETTE. 3 PORTRAITS OF PERSONS WANTED. ^.— Rochdale ( Borough).— For housebreak- ing and violent assault, 29th ult. — ERNEST EDWARD WOODHEAD, alvas ERNEST EDWARDS and HENRY CLYDE, Office No. 307- 01, and ILLUSTRATED CIRCULAR 72, Case 35, age 28, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes light blue, scar right cheek, ship left forearm, " David, Joss, Florrie," anchor left fore- arm, " A. Fulton, Captain Ted, Tom" back, " Love Louisa, 23rd March, A. Lyle " outside right fore- arm ; dress, blue serge suit, soft felt hat. Con- victed at Leeds, 4th July, 1904; Rotherham, 5th January, 1893; Dewsburv, 8th April, 1901; Sheffield, 8th January, 1902; and Doncaster, 11th September, 1903. May be accompanied by a Woman, age 28, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion LANCASHIRE. fresh, hair dark; smartly dressed in brown or green costume, carries handbag containing tools— ALBERT YULES, alias ARTHUR YULES and HARRY COHEN, Office No. 831- 04, age 25, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion sallow, hair dark brown, eyes blue, two flags, shield, bird, " L. M." and " R. Y" right forearm, woman, ship, " W. R." left forearm; dress, brown suit and cap. Native of Leeds. Con- victed at Leeds 7th July, 1903, and Barasley, 9th March, 1905.— WM. FIRTH, Office No. 3461- 02, age 22, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes brown, flag, " A. F.," cross, " In memory of my mother," " Lizzie" right forearm, swan, snake, horse's head, " Ellen," " Harry," and ele- phant's head left forearm; dress, blue serge suit [ and brown felt hat. Native of Leeds. Convicted at Leeds 9th January, 1906— JOHN KELLY, alias JOHN " BRICKY" MORAN, age 54, height 5 ft. 3 in., hair and moustache grey ( bald on top); dress, blue serge suit. Convicted at Leeds and York. A dangerous gang of housebreakers, who make use of a pony and trap for travelling. It is supposed that stolen property is despatched by rail to Manchester. Letters are addressed to them at the G. P. O. in the town from which they operate. Supposed to be operating in the North of England, and may reach Glasgow. Information to the Chief Constable, Borough Police, Rochdale. clothing. A clerk in Holy Orders; native of Sheffield. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Newcastle- on- Tyne. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continwi)- LANCASHIRE. 81.— Liverpool ( City).— For stealing, 21st ult., a horse and waggon ( recovered)— ROBERT INNIFF, age 24, height 5 ft. 6 in., round face, hair dark, clean shaved, eyes weak. A carter. Information to the Head Constable, Liverpool. MONTGOMER YSHIRE. 32.— Newtown ( County).— For stealing ( bailee) a silver watch— WILLIAM MEREDITH, age 35, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair, mous- tache, and eyes dark. A travelling watch maker; native of Llanrhaiadry- Mochnant. Last heard of in the neighbourhood of Llanrwst. Warrant issued. 33.— Newtown ( County). — For fraudulent bankruptcy— EDWARD THOMAS, age 40 to 45, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion sallow, hair and moustache brown, tender flat feet, awkward gait, addicted to drink, well educated, very talkative; well dressed. A gardener and nursery- man. Warrant issued. 34.— Newtown ( County).— Fcr stealing 6s.— ANNIE WILLIAMS, age 24, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., complexion fresh, hair sandy; dress, greyish jacket, black blouse, dark skirt, brown and pink straw hat, light lace boots. A native of Bronrallt, Llanberis, Carnarvonshire. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Newtown. MONMOUTHSHIRE. 35.— Abergavenny ( County).— For stealing ( bailee), 16th inst., a " Centaur" bicycle, 25 or 26 in. frame, gold lined, free - wheel, 2 inverted brakes, roller pattern, flat handle bar, tips missing, nearly new— J. LEWIS THOMAS, age 21, height about 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fresh, hair black ( curly) ; dress, blue suit with stripe, boots ( box cloth tops). An outfitter's assistant; native of Carmarthen. He is an expert bicycle rider, and is said to be well known in Wales. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Supt. Davies, Abergavenny. NORFOLK 36. Holt ( Countxj). — Yor rape — GEORGE COOPER, age 45, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., com- plexion swarthy, large features, hair ( slightly bald back of head) and eyes dark, heavy moustache dark brown, walks badly; wearing dark clothes, hard hat. Supposed a native of Tooting, London. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Flint, Holt. WM. FIRTH. JOHN KELLY. NOR THUMBERLA NO. M.— Newcastle- on- Tyne ( City).— For failing to appear to his bail, charged with sodomy and other acts of gross indecency— WALTER EDWARD LEADBEATER, age 24, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair dark, eyes grey, large scar right side of neck, which causes his mouth to twist slightly to right side, nearsighted, wears pince nez; may be wearing clerical attire or dark ERNEST WOODHEAD. ALBERT YULES. 4 T H E POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, JUNE 19, 11) 98. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT feontinued) - NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. 87.- Northampton { Borough).— For stealing from his lodgings, 13th inst., a lady's old- fashioned watch, gold dial, one hand broken off, thin gold curb chain attached; 1 lady's gold dress ring, set 3 sapphires and 2 pearls; 1 gold signet ring, mono- gram " A. C. W." thereon; 1 gold fronted brooch, set mauve colour stone in ceaitre, surrounded with brilliants ; 1 silver brooch, star shape, set brilliants; 1 umbrella, crutch handle, gold tip; and a purse, containing 8s.— — MILLS, age about 28, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion and hair dark, mous- tache dark brown, foreign accent; dress, bluish- grey jacket suit, heliotrope tie, gold safety pin, hard hat. Stated he had obtained employment as a machinist at a boot factory. Information to the Chief Constable, Northamp- ton. grey) and eyes brown, thin moustache ( waxed at ends); dress, blue suit, much worn, dark mixture cap. An engineer's fitter. Absconded l4th inst. Warrant issued. 45.— Bath { City).— For obtaining food and money by false pretences, 4th inst. — ANNIE LEWIS ( supposed false), age about 28, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion pale, hair black, eyes dark, good teeth; dress, long three- quarter length black jacket, navy blue skirt, white blouse, blue stripe, black hat, black and white tips, brown fur, lace boots. She took lodgings, stating she had just Arrived from Lancashire, and was going into service as a cook at a hotel. May be found in low class districts or in company of prostitutes., Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Bath. OXFORDSHIRE. 38 — Bicester ( County).—¥ or stealing, 6th inst., a bicycle, makers Alldays and Onions, 24 in. frame, black enamelled, Clincher tyres, 28 by li ins., patch on front cover, free wheel, 2 inverted lever brakes, dropped handle bars, both rims rusty, •' No. 94786 " under bottom bracket SMITH, alias JACK THOMAS, age 32, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion sallow, hair dark, moustache brown, eyes hazel, tattooed left arm; dress, blue serge suitf dark cap, black boots ( rubber heel pads). He is known to go suddenly blind for a few days, caused through excessive drinking. Accompanied by his wife, who is an invalid, and is frequently an inmate of workhouse infirmaries. Supposed to be natives of Stepney, London. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Bowen, Bicester. 39.— Thame ( County).— For steiling ( bailee), 10th March last, a coster monger's barrow, body painted drab colour, red wheels, new tyres, strip of iron on one leg, " Deptford " painted on one side— EDMUND PHILLIPS, age about 53, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion ruddy, hair and moustache 6andy; dress, dirty suit and cap. Has served in the Army. A tramping rag and bone gatherer, stays at lodging houses and low public houses. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Oxford, or to Sergt. Upton, Thame. SHROPSHIRE. 40.— Oswestry ( County).— For deserting her son, age 12, leaving him chargeable to the Oswestry Union—- ELIZABETH CARROLL, age about 35, height about 5 ft. 2 in., thick set, complexion fresh, hair ( very thick, cut short, turned back over forehead) black, eyes ( supposed) dark, large front teeth ( decayed), takes short quick steps, scar upper lip under nose and on head, abscess marks on neck, " E. Davies " tattooed back right forearm; dress, dark brown mixture skirt, black blouse, white stripes, dark grey jacket ( loose), black sailor hat, strong lace boots. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hamlet, Oswestry. 41.— Whitchurch ( County).— For stealing ( bailee) a " Kynoch" bicycle, 24 in. frame, enamelled black, Rudge- Whitwoith handle bars, 28 in. wheels, plated rims, Eadie back- pedalling brake, front rim do., rat- trap pedals, mudguard Transfer on head, " G. H. Tupling, Whitchurch." — FRANK LANCEBY, alias HENNESSEY and ERNEST GOLDING, age about 35, height f> ft, 5 in., complexion fresh, hair light browD, clean shaved, eyes supposed grey, rather large head leans forward when walking; dress, dark grey jacket, bine and white fancy vest, dark trousers, light tweed cap, light brown boots, may be carrying a f- leDgth dark grey overcoat. Stated he was a native of London and served in the Royal Army Medical Corps. Has been employed at hotel stables for the last 6 months; may be found in similar employment. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Lucas, Whitchurch. SOMERSETSHIRE. 42.— Wincanton ( County).— For stealing a lady's bicycle ( recovered)— WINNIE EUNICE BULLOCK, age 21 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 6 in., stout build, complexion fresh, hair very dark eyes brown; dress, blue costume, dark hat. native of Parkstone, Dorset. Warrant issued. Infomation to Supt. House, Wincanton. 43. — Bath ( City). — Information respecting ELEANOR and LILY WALLACE, Case No. 34 15th inst. Cancelled. 44.— Bath ( City).— For converting £ 1 10s. to his own use— LEWIS FOGDEN, alia » J. JOHN SON, age 35 to 36, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion pale, thin face, high cheek bones, hair ( slightly lieved to have served in the Army. Has worked at collieries as a shunter and driver of au electric engine. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Drakeley, Longford. S TA FFORDSHIRE. 46 — Burs i em ( County). — BENJAMIN LEWIS, Case No. 36, 15th inst. Warrant withdrawn. 47.— Burslem ( County).— For deserting his wife and 5 children— THOMAS OAKES, age 41, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, scar over left eye and outside right thumb, mole left cheek; dress, black jacket and vest, light cap, black and white check scarf, lace boots ( odd). A native of Wolstanton. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Supt. Hicklim, Burslem. SUSSEX ( East). 48.— Brighton ( Borough).— For stealing .£ 4 4s. 3d., 12th inst.— MABEL EMILY NORMAN, age 24, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., stout build, hair dark brown ( worn over forehead), scar forehead, near eye; dress, blue serge skirt, and short jacket, bur. nt straw colour hat. A native of Colchester. Has been in Salvation Army Homes. Absconded 12th inst. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Brighton. 4Eastbourne ( Borough). — For stealing ( servant), 7th inst., £ 16 Ss. 4d.— WILLIAM CHAKLES SEYFFERT, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion fresh, round face, hair dark, slight moustache dark brown, eyes ( rather full) blue. A fish frier and salesman. Absconded 7th inst. May be accompai^ d by his wife, age about 24, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion pale, hair brown ; and two girls, age 4 and 2 years respectively. Warrant issued. 50.— Eastbourne ( Borough).— For stealing, 12th inst., a " Royal Diamond New Hudson bicycle, " No. 23106" on seat lug, Rudge- Whit- worth handle bars, Hides' free wheel, front rim plated, back do., yellow, front rim brake, " New Hudson " transfer front bar, " Sold by Carter & Co," back bar, leather toe straps; a free wheel safety bicycle, 24 in. frame, flat handle bars, roller lever brakes, slightly dropped top bar, enamelled black, rims plated, black centres, transfer " Tim- berlake" front bar, tortoise shell grips, Miller's plated pump, Cambridge tyres— BERNARD HUGHES, age about 17, height about 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fair, hair light; dress, grey suit and cap, brown boots. Warrant issued. 51 —^ Eastbourne ( Borough).— For stealing, 15th inst., a pair of lady's boots ( recovered)— A WOMAN, age about 35, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., stoutish build, rather full face; dress, black skirt, short black jacket, green blouse, spotted with red roses, brown hat, 2 rosettes, pink in centre, large black knitted shawl, shabby appear- ance, carried a black umbrella, crook handle, She called at the house under the pretence that she was a relative, and had come to tell them that they had been left a legacy. Information to the Chief Constable, Eastbourne. 52.— Hastings ( Borough).— For stealing a blue striped flannelette shirt, from his lodgings— ALBERT LINDRIDGE, alias LANGRIDGE, Office No. 2308- 02 ( ILLUSTRATED CIRCULAR, Series 73, Figure 5), age 62, height 5 ft. 7£ in., com- plexion fresh, hair brown ( turning grey), eyes hazel, 3 moles right of nose; dress, short dark coat, brown trousers, black hard felt hat, carried a stick with crook handle. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Hastings. WORCES TERSHIRE. 54.— Evesham { County).— For stealing, 9th inst., at Norton, near Evesham, a bicycle ( recovered)— WILLIAM ALLEN, alias HALL, age 55, height 5 ft. 10 in., stoops slightly, limps; dress, dark jacket and vest, blue mixture trousers, blue muffler, black hard hat, earned a walking stick, crooked handle, and a frail basket. A farm labourer. Warrant issued. Information to Supt, Cope, Evesham. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 55.— Barnsley ( County).— For stealing from his lodgings at Carlton, Vth inst., a brown sac- back jacket and vest, black buttons ; 1 pair light blue and white striped trousers ; 1 red white and blue cotton muffler ; 1 red and silver striped silk do.; 1 grey and white striped jacket; lbrown Army jersey ; 1 black vest with red and orange spots ; 1 pair light lace boots, size 7; 1 pair brown boots, size both pairs nearly new— EDGAR WILLIAMS, age about 30, height 5 ft, 8 in., hair ( curly in front) light brown, clean shaved, " Phoebe," ivy leaf and heart tattooed right fore- arm ; dress, grey and white jacket, blue jersey, brown trousers, blue plaid neckerchief, probably a pair of the stolen boots. A native of Ponty- pridd. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. McDonald, Barnsley. 56.— Pontefract ( County).— For stealing £ 4 from a lodging- house at Hemsworth, 14th inst.— JAMES HAYTON, age 45, height 5 ft. 9 in., slight build, complexion sallow, hair brown, eyes grey; dress, dark grey mixture suit, light cap, coloured neckerchief, light lace boots. A lodging- house deputy or farm labourer. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hollis, Pontefract. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. NOR THA MPTONSHIRE. 57 — Northampton ( Borough).— Remanded till 25th inst., charged with obtaining money by false pretences— R. HARRIS ( Case No. 29, 15th inst.). Found in his possession a cheque book on Lloyd's Bank, Gooch Street Branch, Birmingham, Nos. 50/ 206971 to 50/ 207000, 19 of these have been used. ( See Case No. 11, 10th ult.; No. 14, 24th ult.; and No. 11, 8th inst.) Supposed wanted elsewhere. Information to the Chief Constable, Northamp- ton. RUTLAND. 58.— Oakham ( County).— Committed for trial at the ensuing Rutland Assizes, 19th prox., charged with housebreaking— WILLIAM JOHNSTONE ( supposed false), age 36, height 5 ft. 3J in., com- plexion fresh, hair and moustache sandy, eyes grey, deaf and dumb, " J. W." tattooed left forearm; dress, dark jacket suit and cap, old lace boots. Indicates he came from New York about 4 months ago. Information to the Chief Constable, Oakham. WARWICKSHIRE. 53. — Longford ( County). — For stealing a " Raleigh " safety bicycle, No. 26870, new, 24 in. frame, 26 in. wheels, rims and usual parts plated, rat trap pedals, Brooks' saddle— JOHN ALLEN, age 23, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion fair, hair light sandy, clean shaved, " Rose " and ( sup- posed) " Mary " tattooed right forearm ; dress, navy blue ribbed suit, small tie and pin, lace boots. Supposed a native of Barnsley or Wigan. Be- 5 OMERSE TS HI RE. 59.— Bridgwater ( Borough). — Committed for trial at the next Quarter Sessions, charged with attempting to commit suicide— FREDERICK JAMES CANN, alms CARE, age 54, height 5 ft. 4 in., slight build, hair ( turning grey) dark brown, moustache brown, scars back of head, 1 right side and 2 left side of throat, cross, " A. H.," pansy, and other indistinct marks left forearm, cross, E.," and 3 dots, " P.," anchor, and 3 dots right forearm, scar right wrist, lump back right hand. An engineer; supposed a native of Douglas, Isle of Man. Information to the Chief Constable, Bridgwater. STAFFORDSHIRE. GO— Longton ( County).— Remanded till 27th inst., charged with loitering with intent to commit a felony, 20th inst.— THOMAS HENRY HUNT, alias HORATIO HUNT, age 40, height 5 ft. 3 in., slight build, complexion fresh, hair ( turning grey) dark brown, moustache dark, eyes hazel, cut mark left eye; dress, black frock coat, black vest ( double- breasted), dark striped tweed trousers, lace boots. States he is a native of London, and for the last 20 years he has travelled the country lecturing on spiritualism. Information to Supt. Oakden, Longton. TUESDAY, JUNE 2 , 1908. T H E POLICE GAZETTE. 197 PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 61.- Criminal Investigation De- partment— 1st inst., a necklace, consisting of 126 pearls, single string, centre pearls about the size of a pea, graduating small to ends, gold square shape snap fastening, about ^ in. long, set 3 dia- monds ; 1 pair gold earrings, Indian make, set irregular shape, large drop pearl, surmounted by small diamonds fixed to setting by a gold band, pierced through pearl; 3 ladies' gold rings ( 1 set large round sapphire, surrounded by 11 or 13 diamonds; 1 set oval turquoise; 1 set sapphire, surrounded by diamonds); 1 lady's demi- hunter keyless watch, engraved cases, shield at back, maker " Elkington " engraved on inner case, photograph of a gentleman pasted therein; 1 gold chain purse, antique, chain about a yard long, bolt " ring on which is a small pencil and key, attached. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BERKSHIRE. 62.— Reading { Borough).— 8id inst., from the Depot Barracks, a silver keyless watch in case, maker, " Dent, Strand, London," monogram " E. S. D." on back; 1 pair of navy blue serge trousers, loops on sides for belt; 1 white cricket shirt; 1 collar box, containing 3 linen collars; 1 box of handkerchiefs; 6 soft collars; 1 pair of elastic side boots, plain fronts, size 9; 2 check caps; 1 red and black striped jersey; 4 pairs of navy blue and fancy socks; 1 dark mixture tweed jacket suit, linings torn off on left side; 1 light vest; 1 dark rainproof overcoat, slit pockets, white paint mark on right corner, repaired with white cotton. The watch has since been found pledged in London— Suspicion is attached to TWO MEN ( 1st, age 21f, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, mole over left eyebrow. A waiter. 2nd, age 22, height 5 ft. 7 in., com- plexion fresh, hair ( slightly bald on crown) light brown, eyes blue, mole right thigh, " 14. K." tattooed left forearm). Information to Capt. Henderson, Chief Con- stable, Reading. HEREFORDSHIRE. 63. — Hereford { County).— 19th inst., at Pontrilas, a free wheel bicycle, 24 in. frame, 28 in. wheels, Dunlop back tyre ( patched several places), back brake with wood blocks instead of rubber, " Albion " saddle and tool bag, much worn. Sup- posed by A TRAMP. Information to Supt. Cope, Hereford. HER TFORDSHIRE. 64.— Hertford { County).— 19th inst., by bur- glary, a set of amethyst and 2 topaz on chain; 1 old paste and pearl necklace; 1 old paste bracelet; 2 pearl brooches; 1 carbuncle, pendant with dia- mond star and gold neck chain; 1 gold locket, with intials " A. E. I." in diamonds, emeralds, and rubies; rings ( 2 diamonds; 1 ruby; 2 pea. rh; 1 emerald; and 1 small sapphire); and other small trinkets; 1 amethyst brooch; 1 gold pendant, with turquoise, set pearl on a gold chain; 1 gold pen- dant and peridot stones; 1 igold pendant), selt turquoise and 2 pearls on gold chain, attached; 1 gold chain, with Pyrenees stones aud charms; 1 gold pendant, set old paste, diamonds, rubies, and amethysts; 1 butterfly brooch, set pearls, rubies, sapphires, a. nd diamonds; 1 rolled gold brooch, set red stones ( 1 missing); 1 beetle brooch, set on llong gold mail; 1 gold brooch,, initials " C. S. A." thereon; £ 6 in a small chain purse; and £ 1 10s. Information to Supt. Foster, Hertford. 65.— Watford { County).— 13th inst., from a railway station, at Rickmansworth, a grey mixture showerproof overcoat, turn up sleeves, usual pockets, lined black satin, " Charles Baker, Shower- proof " inside collar. 66.— Watford { County).— Referring to Case No. 59, 27th March last, also stolen a dark grey Melton overcoat, double- stitched seams, velvet collar, lined black satin; 1 light covert coat, lined light drab silk; 1 dark flannel brownish striped jacket suit; 1 dark Oxford grey morning coat suit; 1 light grey sac coat and vest; 1 pair sand shoesi, cloth tops. Information to Supt. Wood, Watford. KENT. W — Folkestone { Borough).— 18th inst., by burglary, 2 small silver salvers, plain with crest ( hand and broken dagger), 3 small feet; 1 silver salver, embossed, with crest as above, 3 large feet; 1 silver tea pot, engraved, Indian pattern; 1 small silver tea pot, Queen Anne pattern; 4 silver bon- bon dishes; 1 silver sugar basin, engraved, Indian pattern; 1 silver cruet, acorn pattern; 1 silver cruet, John Bull pattern; 10 silver tea spoons; 1 pair sugar tongs and 1 caddy spoon, " Grape pat- tem"; o silver Apostle spoons; 4 small silver spoons ( 2 engraved, 2 Apostle); 2 silver shields, silver band, and stand, taken from a salad bowl; 2 servers, oak handles; 1 silver vase, embossed, with crest ( hand and broken dagger), 6 ins. high; 2 small silver vases, embossed, 3 ins. high; 1 silver vase, plain embossed top, 3 ins. high; 1 silver vase, plain with beaded edge, 3 ins. high; 3 silver snuff boxes ( 1st, square pattern, of Punch, in enamel, slightly cracked; 2nd, oblong, silver gilt, engraved; 3rd, square, embossed); 3 silver stamp boxes ( 1 heart shape; 1 round embossed; 1 round plain); 1 silver heart shape ash tray, plain; 1 do., em- bossed ; 1 silver oblong embossed tray, 8 ins. by 4 ins.; 2 silver Apostle tea spoons; 3 do. fancy spoons, short handles; 4 do. bracelets ( 2 plain; 2 engraved); 1 do. sugar scoop ( broken) ; 1 small do. rose bowl; 1 silver paper knife and book marker combined, heart on top; 4 do. salt cellars, on 3 legs; 1 do. cream jug, Indian pattern; 1 old do. sugar basin, fluted, with handles; 1 silver plate and spoon with initials " H. L. F."— Suspicion is at- tached to A MAN, age 48, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., stoutish build, hair and moustache dark brown ( rather heavy); dress, grey mixture overcoat and cap, black trousers. Appearance of a mechanic. Carried a plumber's brown carpet bag. Information to the Chief Constable, Folkestone. GH.— Tunbridge Wells { Borough). — 9th inst., a " Humber" bicycle, No. 141164, 25 in. frame, black enamelled, plated rims, black spokes, 28 in. wheels, Dunlop tyres, flat handle bars, roller lever brakes, free wheel, back pedalling brake, Brampton chain, black mudguards ( flap attached to frfont), plated lamp ( broken) fixed to lamp bracket by wire, tool bag covered with piece of stocking. Information to the Chief Constable, Tunbridge Wells. LANCASHIRE. £ 3 REWARD. 69.— Liverpool { City).— Istinst., a gold key- less English level- watch, No. 107133, makers, " T. Russell k Sons, Liverpool," plain case, white dial, black hands and seconds hand; 1 gold graduated curb albert, pencil case, plain gold sliding, screw in point, pendant ring at end, 1 George III. half- sovereign, scroll mount, compass round gold mount, face at both sides, nugget of pure gold, pendant ring ( let into point), attached. Information to the Chief Constable, Liverpool, by whom the above reward will be paid for informs tion leading to the arrest of the thief and the recovery of the property, providing such informal tion is received on or before 31st August, 1908. OXFORDSHIRE. 70.— Oxford { City).— Between 28th ult., and 3rd inst., a long dark overcoat, double- breasted, " John Wallis & Co." on tab, " M. R. Kely- Hutchinson " under, grey tartan lining. 6th inst., a parcel containing 3 boys' jerseys, blue and white, dark green, and light green, res- pectively. 7th inst., a black and white tweed overcoat, nearly new, " Tyrell, George Street, Oxford," on tab. 9th inst., a " Meteor Rover" bicycle, " No. 30477 " on frame, crooked handle bars, white metal rims ( rusty), small black iron carrier with straps over hind wheel, Dunlop tyres, Bowden rim back brake, front brake broken, without handle. Between 4th and 12th inst., an " Elswick" bicycle, No. 31395, green enamelled, gear case green enamelled, plated disc in centre, 26 in. frame, raised handle bars, roller brakes, front one slightly out of repair, rubber pedals, Brooks' saddle, 28 in. wheels, plated rims. 10th inst., a gun metal watch, No. 1865418, maker " Lyster, Newcastle" on face; 1 lady's small 15 ct. gold chain, about 9 ins. long; 1 silver match box and sovereign case combined, mono- gram " G. M. H." thereon, containing £ 1 10s. Information to the Chief Constable, Oxford. SOMERSETSHIRE. 71.— Bath { City).— 15th inst., by burglary, a brass carriage clock, about 4| ins. wide, ins. high, glass in front and sides, oval glass on top, showing balance wheel, handle op top, white face, black Roman figures; 1 large reading glass with handle. Information to the Chief Constable, Bath. STAFFORDSHIRE. 72.— Wolverhampton { Borough).— 4th inst., a presentation watch, No. 31933, 18 ct. gold hunter, English make throughout, keyless lever movement, three- quarter plate, centre seconds, " 16 size," in dome case, white enamel sunk centre dial, jewelled in 10 holes ( rubies), escapement on ends, compensation balance, and trequet springs, a Willenhall padlock and key engraved on back, A Remembrance of a Plucky Fight, East Wolver- hampton, January, 1906, Presented to L. S. Amery, Esq., by 4308 readers of the Midland Evening News " engraved on interior case. Information to the Chief Constable, Wolverhamp- ton. SURREY. 73.— Her sham { County).— 15th linst., by bur- glary at Ashley Warren, Waflton- on- Thames, a silver ink stand, 6 by 8 ins., rail with handle and groove for pens; 1 silver ink stand, " A Present from Dr. and Mrs. Pyle" thereon; 2 plain cups, 8 ins. high, supposed Norwegian silver; 1 Maltese silver censer, stands on 3 legs; 1 round Hamburg make cup ( engraved), dented pattern, stands on 3 feet, inside are marks indicating how much any- one would drink, dice at bottom; 1 small brass pig match box; 1 toy tea and coffee service ( silver); 2 Norwegian drinking cups, stand on feet; 1 gold butterfly box; 6 silver spoons; 4 small silver forks, beaded pattern; 6 gilt spoons; 2 silver Apostle tea spoons; 3 large silver table spoons, crest, stag with arrow through chest; 4 silver dessert spoons; 1 silver butter knife, same crest; 1 silver cup, inscription relating to Crabbe; 2 Norwegian spirit lamps, used as cigar lights; 1 miniature photograph of a child in oval brass frame, 3 by 2 ins.; 1 Postal Order for Is., issued December, 1907, filled in to the Surveyor of Taxes. Information to Supt. Coleman, Hersham. WORCES TERSHIRE. 74.— Bromsgrove { County). — 13th inst., by burglary, a silver cigar box, about 8 by 4 ins., " A. E. from C. A. H." thereon; 1 cigarette case, about 6 by 3 ins., " A. E. from C. A. H." thereon; 1 silver- plated inkstand, mounted in glass; 2 American gold 2- dollar pieces; 2 French gold coins; 4 old silver buttons, size of 2s. piece, basket of flowers pattern; 2 briar pipes ( 1 straight, amber mouthpiece; 1 bent stem, black mouthpiece). Information to Supt. Beal, Bromsgrove. 75 .— Worcester { County).— 16th inst., by burglary, at a Post Office at Norton, a cheque for £ 2, No. A 695263, payable to Cox & Co., London; 13s. 2d.; and postage stamps, penny and halfpenny, to the value of £ 13 9s.— Suspicion is attached to A MAN, age 22, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion dark, one wall eye; wearing dark clothes, white canvas shoes, military shirt and socks, dark cap. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Worcester. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 76.— Todmorden { County).— 15th inst., by housebreaking, at Comholme, a silver lever centre seconds watch, " John Clegg, 1890" engraved inside of outer case; 1 lady's silver Geneva watch; 1 gold curb albert, enamelled pendant, " John Clegg, M. U., 1889 and 1890 " thereon, attached; 1 long silver guard, silver compass and small silver coin attached; 1 gold pin, enamelled front; 1 do., twisted rope pattern ; 1 gold plated pin, set brilliant in centre; 1 blue serge vest; a leather sovereign purse; and about 9s. in threepenny pieces; 1 pen knife, metal handle, 2 magnetised blades, black- smith, anvil, and " Pittsburg" engraved one side, mill and smoky city other side; 1 pen knife, nickel- plated handle, containing scissors and button hook with ring at end. Information to Supt. Brown, Todmorden. PROPERTY REC0YERED. ESSEX. 11.— Brentwood { County).— Watch, & c., Case No. 60, 8th inst., and thief arrested. SUSSEX ( East). IS— Hove { Borough).— - Watch, Case No. 63, 8th inst. PERSONS or BODIES FOUND SUSSEX ( East). 79. — Hailsham ( County). — 17th inst., at Westdean, A FEMALE CHILD, age about 2 years; dress, grey frock, red petticoat, white knitted bonnet, black socks and boots. Supposed aban- doned by A MAN, age about 40, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in,, complexion dark; dress, dark jacket, 6 T H E POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, JUNE 5, 1908. PERSONS OP BODIES FOUND ^ ontinued)- cord trousers; and A WOMAN, age about 35, medium height; wearing dark clothing, had with her a baby. 15th inst., on the foreswore at Pevensey Bay, the body of A FEMALE CJH1LD, age about 14 days, supposed in water about 24 hours. A verdict of wilful murder was returned at the inquest, 18th inst. Information to Acting Supt. Paine, Hailsham. APPREHENSIONS, so.— Metropolitan Police District, C Division.— ADA CRONTN, Case No. 4, 24th ult. 81. Metropolitan Police District, K Division « — FRANCESCO BALDERS ARO, alias FRENCHY, Case No. 110, 24th ult. 82. Metropolitan Police District, T Division.— DAVID FLAXMAN, Case No. 5, 7th February, 1908. 83 — City of London. — WILLIAM ALBERT EDWARD EDWARDS, Case No. 7, 1st inst. 84.— Cheshire, Crewe { County).— JOHN ROBT. EDWARD WARREN, Office No. 2858- 99, Case No. 100, 9th August, 1907, and sentenced at Oldham, 18th inst., to 1 month hard labour for larceny, as Edward Warne. 85 — Cheshire, Nantwich { County). — LIONEL RICKERS, Office No. 3326- 02, Case No. 21, 2nd August, 1907, at Preston, for larceny. 86.— Derbyshire, Chesterfield { Borough).— EDWARD SWINDELL, Office No. 995- 03, Case No. 13, 17th ult., and sentenced, 11th inst., to 1 month hard labour. 87.— Derbyshire, Derby { Borough).— AGNES SHERRIFF, Office No. 2867- 01, Case No- 18, 10th ult., and sentenced, at Chesterfield, 30th ult., to 14 days hard labour. 88— Devonshire, Torquay { County).— NORA LUCKHURST, alias KNOX, MARSHALL, RUSSELL, and DOULTON, Case No. 11, 20th December, 1907. 89.— Gloucestershire, Gloucester { County). — LIZZIE THOMPSON, alias MAR- GARET WILSON and JAGKSON, Case No. 26, 1st inst. W-— Hampshire, Aldershot { County). —' LONY McPHEARSON, Case No. 24, 17th May, 1907, and ALFRED BOLTON, Case No. 17, 15th inst. 91.— Lanarkshire, Glasgow { City).— WILLTAM BALLANTYNE MACHALE, Case No 24, 8th inst. 92.— Shropshire, Ludlow { County).— CHARLES PRITCHARD, Case No. 29, 8th inst. 98- Yorkshire ( West Riding), Pontefract { County). — LUTHER WADE, Case No. 51, 21st February last. 94.— Yorkshire ( West Riding), Leeds { City).— JAMES BARROW, Office No. 564- 05, Case No 59, 28th July, 1905, at Leeds, for laroeny. LATEST INFORMATION. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. GL OUCES TERSHIRE. 95.— Dursley { County).— For stealing £ 2 15s and wearing apparel from the ketch " Genevra " at Sharpness Docks— A MAN, age 26 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion pale, bloated ap- pearance, hair light brown, eyes blue. A native of Gloucester. Information to Supt. Perkins. Dursley. LANCASHIRE. 9Q.— Southport { Borough).— Foi failing to report— Licence- holder WILLIAM STEPHENS, alias BURKE and GEORGE EVANS, Offioe No. 1479- 99, age 36, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair dark ( turning grey), eyes blue, " N. N.," pierced heart, and " W " left forearm, star between left thumb and forefinger. A native of Warring ton. Sentenced at Carnarvon Assizes, 5th June, 1905, to 3 years penal servitude for coining. Liberated on 2nd licence, 11th inst., which expires 16th July, 1908. f 199. To be dealt with where found. Information to the Chief Constable, Southport. APPREHENSIONS. 97— Cheshire, Macclesfield { Borough) — ALBERT EDWARDS, Office No. 1602- 06, Case No. 13, 3rd ult., and remamded at Westminster Police Court till 25th inst., for false pretences. 98.— Essex, Witham { County).— JAMES DANIEL HUNT, alias JAMES FARRAND, Case No. 13, current issue, and bicycle recovered. 99 — Gloucestershire, Bristol ( City). — CLAUDE TILEY, Case No. 18, 8th inst. 100 - Yorkshire ( West Riding), Barnsley { Borough). — JOHN WILLIAM WHITELEY, Case NO. 49, 15th inst., and property ( except muffler) recovered. MISSING. 101.— Since 7th inst., from Lowestoft— GEORGE PAGE, age 16, height 5 ft. 4 in., slight build, complexion fair, hair light, eyes blue; dress, navy blue suit and cap, blue overalls. Has been em- ployed by a tinsmith. Had with him a bicycle, aluminium painted gear wheel, handle bars, pedals and forks, other parts black enamelled. It is feared he has met with an accident. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Lowestoft. List of Licence Holders, Supervisees, Expirees, who have been re- apprehended, for the week ending May 16th, 1908, with the result, etc. Divisions concerned. Office No. NAME. Sentence. Date and Place. Fresh Offence with which charged. Re- convicted in Name of Name and Division of Officer. o. 41- 03 BATSON, CHARLES 9 months h. l. 14th May, N. L. Sess. Wounding Same Name E. 2568— 00 CARTER, JOHN 3 years p. a. 12th May, N. L. Sess. Housebreaking DANIEL SULLIVAN E, L, W. D, E. 950— 01 2369— 01 CLARKE, HARRY CROWTHER, ALBERT 12 months k. l. 3 years p. s. 13th May, N. L. Sess. 12th May, N. L. Sess. Attempted house- breaking Larceny ( person) HARRY ROBERTS JOHN EDWARDS H. 585 - 00 GOODSON, JAMES 6 weeks h. l. 6tb May, Mansion House P. Ct. 11th May, BowStrect P. Ct Unlawful possession DANIEL O'BRYAN G, N. 1055- 98 JOHNSON, WILLIAM 6 months h. l. P. of C. Act WILLIAM GRAHAM E, Y. 186- 06 PEGLER, GEORGE 18 months h. l. 13th May, N. L. Sess. Attempted larceny GEORGE TAYLOR L. 1836— 01 STAINTON, RICHARD 3 years p. s. ! 2th May, N. L. Sess. Officebreaking HARRY HAYWOOD Y. 1407— 00 STANLEY, HARRY 4 years p. s. 12th May, N. L. Sess. Shopbreaking Same Name D, L, M. X. 3095— 02 311— 96 STEWART, JOHN WEBB, JOHN 14 days h. l. in default of fine 9 months h. l. 1th May, Tower Bridge P. Ct. 13th May, N. L. Sess. Assault Larceny Same Name Same Name A, L, M, W 1176- 99 WILLIAMS, THOMAS 12 months h. l. 11th May, Westminster P. Ct P. of C. Act Same Name A, K. 1750— 02 YOUNG, THOMAS 5 years p. s. and S years supn. 9th May Middlesex Sess. Larceny HAROLD HARTLEY P. O. Maudlin, 220G ; also P. S. McKenna, C. I. D., J. P C. Nearn, 150F ; also P. O. Corp, 120 E. P. C. Holland, 347F ; also P. S. Baxter, 0.1. D., E. P. C. Connor, 58E ; also P. 8. Tomblin, C. I. D., D. P. S. Stephens, C. I. D., E; also P. S. Dunn, 9X. P. C. Smith, 388E ; also P. C. Stephens, C I D., E. P. C. Smith, HOE ; also P. S. Collins, C. I. D., E. PS. Kendall, C. I. D., Y; also Local Insp. Neil, Y. P. C. White, 175X; also P. C. Hutt, C. I. D., X. P. C. Curtis, 425B ; also P. S. Keid, C. I. D.. B P. C. Willis, 191X; also P. S. Smith, C. I. D., B. LONPON: PBIBTKP JOB HIS MAJMTY'S STATIONERYOF/ I. K » Y J. J. KSUREJI t Co., 3A, NEW BMBGK STREET, E. C. J 33, KIN. WILLIAM STRRET, B. C.; AND MARSHAUXA WORM, 73747