TI£ X: ill PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 11, 1908. VOL. XXV., No. 2604. XC. X! © TJK. 1. Ail communications for insertion in the POI. ICE GAZETTE, and ull communi- cations relating to them, should be. addressed to THE EDITOR OK THE POLICE GAZETTE, NEW SCOTLAND YARD, LONDON, S. W. 2. Particulars concerning persons whose apprehension is sought will be inserted in one issue of the POLICE GAZETTE, if they are sufficient to enable action to be taken upon them by another force. j • 3. Particulars as to stolen property will be likewise inserted in one issue, if sufficient to enable the article in question to be thereby identified. 4. In all cases where a reward is offered, the name and address of some person responsible for the payment must be given, and the exact conditions must be clearly stated. fi. 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The attention of Chief Constables is called to the following, with regard to the re- transmission of copies of the POLICE GAZETTE: — " Postage should be prepaid at the ordinary rate for printed matter on all copies of this GAZETTE sent by post within the United King- dom, except such as are despatched in proper course from a Metropolitan Government Office, or from the Publishing Office of the GAZETTE. Copies sent abroad should be prepaid at the rate of a halfpenny for every two ounces." APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 1— Convict Supervision Office.— FREDERICK WATTS, Office No. 1338- 99, Tabu- lar Form, 4th inst., not now wanted. 2.— Convict Supervision Office.— BENJAMIN HOWE, Office No. 957- 99, Tabular Form, lst November, 1907, not now wanted. 3 — Convict Supervision Office. For failing to report— Licence- holder PETER MCLAUGHLIN, ALIAS PHILIP PRICE AND THOMAS WRIGHT, Office No. 1208- 04, age 50, height 5 ft. 2 in., complexion fresh, hair ( thin, turning grey) dark brown » , eyes hazel, scar each eye- brow. A painter; native of London. Sentenced at North London Sessions, 11th October, 1904, to 4 years penal servitude and remanet of former sentence for housebreaking. Liberated on licence 15th September last, which expires 31st December, 1909. a e 463. May be dealt with where found. 4.— B Division.- For obtaining i.' 220 by false pretences— WILLIAM HENRY JACKSON, age 28, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fair, long face, Roman nose, receding chin, prominent ears, large mouth, hair ( wavy) light, clean shaved, eyes bluish- grey, lisps slightly, slouching gait; dress, blue suit, reddish brown motor coat. A motor engineer; native of Birmingham. He obtained the above amount on the pretence of purchasing a motor business. Warrant issued. 5. — E Division* — Referring to Case No. 4, 17th May, 1907 — CHARLES EDWARD BLOOMER ( wanted for obtaining £ 835 12s. 6d., by forged deeds), amended description, clean shaved, wears heavy dark blue glasses. He resided at Tivetshall, Norfolk, from June, 1906, to September, 1907, in name of A. Newman, afterwards at Hill House Farm, Rattlesden, Suffolk, until 16th ult. Is said to be engaged in poultry farming. Special attention of Provincial Forces is called to this man, who will probably take a small poultry farm, or obtain lodgings at a quiet inn. May be accompanied by his daughter, age 20, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fair, hair light. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. CITY OF LONDON. 6.— For stealing a cheque for £ 12 2s 6d.— JOHN EIDENOW, late of Gore Road, Hackney, age 17, height 5 ft., slight build, complexion and hair dark, prominent nose and chin, Jewish appear- ance. An office boy; native of London. Absconded 15th ult. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Supt. Stark, 26 Old Jewry, E. C. A YRSHIRE. 7.— Ayr ( County).— For fraud, between 25th ult. and 4th inst. ROBERTSON, age 60, height 5 ft. 3 in., very stout, complexion pale, slightly pock- marked, hair ( turning grey) dark; dress, green and dark check Highland cloak, very long, heavy dark jacket, trimmed dark braid, black skirt, brown fur necklet, 2 tails at each end, black sailor hat, trimmed dark blue ribbon and large blue ostrich feather, thick black veil, carried an umbrella and small black leather hand- bag. Represents that she is on a holiday from South Africa, ascertains the names and addresses of persons having relatives there, introduces her- self as being intimately acquainted with the rela- tives, having thus gained confidence, states she is short of cash, and alleges that she wishes to visit her mother at a distant place, and obtains money for the purpose of paying the fare. Sup- posed wanted elsewhere. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable of Avrshire, Ayr. CA MBRIDGESHIRE. 8— Cambridge ( Borough).— TOT stealing, 2nd inst., a bicycle, black enamelled, lined red, 26 in. frame, plated rims, 2 roller brakes, Dunlop tyres. Brooks' saddle, V shape tool bag, " Walter Hewitt, Coventry," on transfer, gear case ( gear lock filed off) lamp and pump attached— ERNEST PERCY BOURNE, age 28, height 5 ft. 8 to 10 in., slight build, complexion fresh, clean shaved, Irish accent, 2 finger nails of one hand coming off; dress, brown light jacket, red fancy vest, 1 light do. underneath, brown breeches, brown leather leggings, black boots, greenish cap. Ap- pearance of a groom. He sold a bicycle here, 2nd inst., stolen at Fenstanton, Hunts. Left 2nd inst., stating he was going to Stanstead, Essex. Information to the Chief Constable, Cambridge. CUMBERLAND. 9.— Cocker mouth ( County).— For desert- ing his wife and family, leaving them chargeable to the Cockermouth Union— JOHN McNA- MARA, age 29, height about 5 ft. 5 in., stout build, broad shoulders, complexion fresh, hair light brown, moustache ginger, scar under chin, rather bow- legged, addicted to drink. A stonemason or waller. May be found on public works. Ab- sconded a month ago. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Illingwort. h, Cockermouth. DERBYSHIRE. £ 50 REWARD 10. — Matlock Bridge ( County). — For stealing, 24th ult., from a hydropathic establish- ment at Matlock, a round garnet brooch; 1 plain gold bar do.; 1 sapphire and diamond bracelet; 1 gold chain do. with Swiss guinea and half sover- eign attached; 1 gold curb do., cable chain pat- tern ( last 3 articles supposed 9 and 15 ct. gold); 1 garnet do., 2 rows ( 2 stones missing); 1 lady's sapphire dress ring; 1 do. cluster ring, set small rubies and diamonds; 1 lady's 5- stone diamond do.; 1 do., single stone; 1 do. signet ring with large square dark stone ( last 5 articles supposed 18 ct. gold); 1 single stone diamond ring: 1 garnet chain lace pin; 1 gold locket, rather thick, engraved rim each side, set pearls round one side, contains miniature of a lady with grey hair painted on ivory, attached to gold chain : 1 imitation pearl string necklace; 1 lacquered box containing old paste buckle, set in gold; 1 hair slide; 1 black suede bag; 1 dark blue leather purse with mono- gram " J. McC."; 1 small dark green leather sover- eign purse; 1 brown leather purse with silver corners; 1 brown crocodile purse; 1 purple hand- bag; 1 pearl pendant, round, raised centre, fine gold knotted chain attached. The purses con- tained about £ 6 10s., a few postage stamps, and 2 return tickets from Manchester Central to St. Anns — JAMES ROBERTSON, alias STE PHENSON, BARTON, RICHARDSON. CARF. BARNES. CARROLL. BROWN, and CARNEY. Office No. 3507- 99, Case No. 35, 9th October, 1908, 6 T H E POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13. 1908. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued)— age 67, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair ( partly bala) and moustache grey, eyes blue, nose crooked, blue spot centre ot lorehead, scar each wrist; dress, brown lounge suit with stripes, brown I boots, wearing an open link gold chain, engraved locket attached, containing photograph of a little girl. A native of Liverpool. A clever Hydro and Hotel thief. Warrant issued. The above reward will be paid by Mr. Henry Challand, Matlock Bank, for the arrest of James Robertson ajid the recovery of the property, or in proporton to the amount of property recovered. Information to Supt. Clarke, Matlock Bridge. 11. — Renishaw ( County). — tor stealing ( bailee), 5 cases of razors ( 3 cases recovered), 1 pigskin flat case containing 2 white bone handle razors, strop, scissors and other toilet articles; 1 sandal wood case, with lock, containing 7 ivory handle razors, gilt days ( 1 razor for each day in week), all marked ' Allen &. Hanbury"; also for obtaining food and lodgings by false pretences at Norton, 23rd ult.— ARTHUR JONES, alms • Dr." MCKENZIE, JAMES BRADSHAW, WILLIAM FISHER, ALBERT WARDER, HENRY BURTON, CLARKE ASHBURTON, HARRY FRANKFORT, and CLAYTON BROWN, Office No. 3222- 01, Case No. 39, 6th ult., age 45, height 5 ft. 9jj in., complexion fresh, hair and slight moustache brown, eyes blue, " E. O. J. A.," cross, heart, " H. F.," ship, and " C. iy left forearm, sailor on barrel, pierced heart, and ship right forearm; dress, brown mix- ture knicker suit, grey threequarter length over- coat, black and white knotted tie, green cloth hat, wearing lady's gold watch and gold colour chain, and cuffs with links, female figure thereon. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Andrew, Renishaw. 12.— Dor by [ Borough).— For failing to report— Licence- holder THOMAS HENRY LAWRENCE, alias LEE, Office No. 2354- 02, age 42, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, scar bridge of nose and over left eye. A native of West Bromwich. Sentenced at Wolver- hampton Sessions, 20th April, 1906, to 3 years penal servitude for housebreaking. Licensed 7th October last. Pug 190." May be dealt with where found. Information to the Chief Constable, Derby. DORSETSHIRE. 13. — Portland { County). — For stealing ( bailee), 7th inst., a nearly new bicycle, cross frame, 25 in., enamelled olive green, gold lined, plated rims, green centres, roller lever brakes, roller chain, flat handle bars, Wasp tyres, rubber pedals, transfer, " Citadel. J. W. Hampton, cycle maker, Portland"— JOHN EDWARD JENN- INGS, age 19, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes blue, mole right side of chest, scar back of neck. A native of Nynehead, Somerset. Is a deserter from the lst Somersetshire Light Infantry. ( See Case No. 40, 24th ult., and may have re- enlisted). Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Saint, Portland. 1Shaftesbury { County).— For failing to appear to a summons for offences under the " Lights on Vehicles and Highways Acts" — GEORGE PERFECT, age 40 to 45, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache sandy. A native of Rainham, Essex. Travels with a green van picked out yellow, " George Perfect, Rainham, Essex," on off side, 2 ponies ( 1 brown, 1 chestnut). Accompanied by his wife and 4 small children.— JESSE LEE, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion sallow, hair, whiskers, and moustache dark. A native of Eastbourne, Sussex. Travels with a black van, semi- circular tilt, " Jesse Lee, Eastbourne, Sussex," thereon, an old brown horse, 15 hands. Accom- panied by his wife and 2 small children. Gipsies. Warrants issued. Information to Supt. Bowles, Shaftesbury. DEVONSHIRE. 15.— Exeter ( County).— For stealing and em- bezzling a cheque for £ 7— FREDERICK GRIG- SON, age 35, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., slight build, hair dark brown, whiskers and moustache brown or ginger, may be clean shaved, one little finger missing, 2nd and 3rd straight, nasal speech, walks erect and quickly. May assume the name of Jones, and seek employment with Insurance Com- panies. Accompanied by his Wife, age about 36, very tall, slight build, complexion sallow, hair and eyes dark, advanced in pregnancy; and Daughter, age about 10, hair ( long) light; usually wears grey clothing. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Roberts, Torquay. ESSEX. 16.— Grays ( County).— For obtaining Xb by false pretences, 8 th inst. — A MAN, age o5 to 60, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion dark, hair grey, lion grey moustache, eyes grey and in- flamed, iront upper teeth missing, Jewisn appear- ance; aress, blue jacket ( supposed double breasted), dark striped trousers, shiny peak cap, lace shoes. He endeavoured to sell some furs, representing them to be very valuable. Failing to obtain a pur- chaser, he borrowed £ 3 on them. Warrant issued. iniormation to Supt. Jordan, Grays. 17.— Thorpe { County).—- toi- toiling to report — Licence- holder JOHN DALEY, Office No. 2193- 00 ( ILLUSTRATED CIRCULAR 90, Figure 15), age 40, height 5 ft. 9£ in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes dark brown, scar right eyebrow and right cheek, woman, cross, anchor, heart, and J. D." centre, bracelet right, shield, woman, cross, wreath, bird, and bracelet left forearm. A baker; native of London. Sentenced at Central Criminal Court, 16th November, 1903, to 5 years penal servitude and remanet of former sentence for housebreaking. liberated on licence, 24th July last, which expires 15th September, 1909. a d 503. May be dealt with where found. Information to Supt. Cowell, Thorpe- le- Soken. GLAMORGANSHIRE. 18. — Merthyr Jydfil ( Borough). — For attempted shopbreaking ( with a man in custody) — HENRY TAYLOR, age 40, full face, hair and heavy moustache ginger; dress, blue ribbed serge coat, blue serge trousers ( patched below right knee), dark grey cap, grey muffler, football boots ( studs removed, laced to near toe caps). A tailor, has worked as a glazier; native of London. 19.— Merthyr Tydfil ( Borough).— For in- decent exposure— FRANK PEART, age 36 to 38, height about 5 ft. 7 in., complexion ruddy, hair ginger, clean shaved, addicted to drink; usually wears dungaree overalls when working. An erector. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Merthyr Tydfil. GL OUCES TERSHIRE. 20.— Bristol ( City).— D. HAGGARD, Case No. 26, 2nd October last. Warrant withdrawn. 21.— Bristol ( City).— For embezzlement— FREDERICK JONES,' age 24, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fair, full round face, hair light, clean shaved; dress, blue serge suit and cap, of smart appearance, fond of boxing and wrestling. A fishmonger's assistant; native of Shepherd's Bush, London. He came to Bristol in June last, and employment was obtained for him by the Charity Organisation Society. Absconded 24th ult. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, Bristol. HAMPSHIRE. 22.— Aldershot ( County).— For stealing dur- ing October last, a bicycle ( recovered)— FREDER- ICK CLARKE, age 20, height 5 ft. 3 in., com- plexion fresh, hair brown, eyes hazel, linear scar below right eye, scar base right thumb and top right second finger, tattooed both forearms; dress, plain clothes. A deserter from 58th Co. Army Service Corps. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hawkins, Aldershot. 23.— Alton ( County).— For obtaining £ 1 8s. by false pretences at Holybourne, 16th October lastr— R. P. GREEN, age about 28, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion sallow, rather full round face, hair dark, Jewish appearance; dress, blue or dark lounge suit, dark tie, black bowler hat, carried a brown leather bag containing patterns of picture frames. Accom- panied by a man, age 30 to 33, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion fair, hair light, Jewish appear- ance; dress, light suit and light 3 length overcoat, Alpine hat. Stated they were travelling for the International Art School, 8, City Garden Row, City Road, London, E. C., and obtained deposits for enlarging and framing photographs. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Reuben, Alton. 24.— Gosport ( County). — HARRY BEST, Case No. 19, 12th June, 1908. Warrant withdrawn. 25 — Gosport ( County). THOMAS HENRY HAILES, alias GEORGE WHITE, Case No. 23, llth August, 1905. Warrant withdrawn. 26. — Portsmouth ( Borough). — For being concerned with William Gordon ( in custody, remanded till 15th inst.), in breaking and stealing £ 15— FREDERICK BASELEY, age 18, height 5 ft. 8£ in., slight build, complexion pale, hair brown, eyes grey, walks erect; dress, blue serge or light tweed suit, white muffler, green cap. Has served in the Navy, and may be found in the company of service men. Information to the Chief Constable, Portsmouth. KENT. 27.— Gravesend ( Borough).— For obtaining, 28th ult., by false pretences, a green painted gig. lined out light green, newly plated lamps, raised back rest with green cloth front and patent leather back, nave of olf side wheel has false iron on back, mail axle, no leather on robins connecting cross spring to hind spring, holes cut in leather of dash board to take whip socket straps, " Gold Bros., Windsor," on wheel caps, new rubber Clincher tyres— ANDREW PARMENTER, age about 45. height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., moustache dark brown, red- dish nose; wealing dark overcoat, bowler hat— A MAN, age about 30, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., mous- tache light, sore on lip; dress, blue suit, bowler hat, light colour overcoat. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Gravesend. 28. — namsgate ( Borough). — EDWARD ERNEST BLIGH, Case No. 36, 6th September, 1907. Warrant withdrawn. 29— Tunbridge Wells ( Borough.).— For stealing a Jubilee £ 2 gold piece, 22nd ult.— J. ALERON, alias ALLEN, age about 40, height 5 ft. 5 in., stout build, complexion fresh, full face, hair brown, clean shaved, eyes blue; dress, brown mixture suit, green fancy vest, brown over- coat, velvet collar, green soft felt or black bowler hat wearing a diamond ring on one little finger, and a small gold curb watch chain. Appearance of a horse dealer or race- course follower. Accom- panied by a woman, age about 36, short, stout build, hair dark brown, mole on cheek; may be wearing a mole skin coat and muff, green or green and blue hat, horseshoe brooch, set diamonds, gold brooch composed of 2 keys, gold curb chain brace- let, padlock attached. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Tunbridge Wells. LANCASHIRE. 80.— Preston ( County).— For stealing £ 9— HAROLD YATES, age 17, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion pale, hair brown, eyes grey, slight im- pediment in speech, stoops slightly; dress, blue suit, dark tie, lace boots. Supposed a native of Leicester. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Preston. 31 .— Liverpool ( City).— For uttering counter- feat 50- lire Banca d'ltalia notes, 28th ult.— A MAN, age 45 to 50, height 5 ft. 9 in., stout build, complexion sallow, full face, moustache ( clipped short) dark grey, can speak English; wear- ing brown overcoat, black bowler hat. An Italian. He called upon several money changers and re- ceived American money in exchange for the counterfeit notes, and is known to have a number of others in his possession. Information to the Head Contable, Liverpool. 32.— Manchester ( City).— For failing to report— Supervisee JOHN KELLY, Office No. 2149- 07, age 41, height 5 ft. 6f in., complexion fresh, hair black, eyes brown, scar bridge of nose. A native of Limerick. Sentenced at Birmingham Sessions, 29th April, 1907, to 9 months hard labour and 2 years supervision for shopbreaking. Liberated from a subsequent term of 12 months hard labour for housebreaking, Hth ult. 1089. May be dealt with where found. Information to the Chief Constable, Manchester. 3a.— St. Helens ( I'orough).— For stealing a pair of boots, and £ 5 2s., from his lodgings, 21st ult.— ERNEST ORMSON, age about 21, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fair, thin face, swarthy skin, clean shaved, eyes blue, abscess mark right side of neck, cross, heart and dagger one wrist, upper teeth missing. A native of Garston or St. Helens. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, St. Helens. LEICES TERSHIRE. 34.— Leicester ( Borough).— For failing to re- port— Licence- holder GEORGE PENTRELL, Office No. 1770- 05, age 54, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion dark, hair dark brown, eyes brown, moustache dark ( may be clean shaved) forehead pockmarked, 2 wounds on hip, walks lame. A native of Coalville. Sentenced at Leicester County Assizes, 13th February, 1906, to 3 years penal servitude for countinghousebreaking. Licensed 16th May, 1908. g 42. Information to the Chief Constable, Leicester. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 485, 1908. T H E POLICE GAZETTE. 5 PORTRAITS OF PERSONS IN CUSTODY. 35.— Liverpool ( City).— Charged with house- breaking— Licence- holder THOMAS JONES, alias THOMAS PERRIN and BROWN, Office No. 1391- 06, age 28, height 5 ft. 7| in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes grey; dress, blue 1A NO A SHIRE. serge jacket, dark trousers with white stripe (" H. T. SAWELL, 127, EAST ROAD" on buttons), light grey peak cap.— CHARLES HARRIS, alias DENNIS SALENGER, age 28, height 5 ft. 1\ in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes hlue- grey; dress, brown suit, green cap ( smeared with blood). They break into houses during temporary absence of the occupiers. Believed wanted elsewhere. Information to the Head Constable, Liverpool. was. a PORTRAITS OF PERSONS WANTED. 36. — Swindon ( County).— For stealing 9 ladies' 18 ct. gold rings ( 1 recovered) ( 1 double half hoop diamond, marked 229 K i/-/- - 1 diamond single half hoop, 225 AB/ G/-; 1 diamond sapphire hoop, 225 P O/ G/-; 1 diamond sapphire 3 stone gipsy, 225 Z; 1 diamond half hoop, 225 A G/-/-; 1 diamond double hoop, 226 C G/-/-; 1 diamond marquise, 225 F G/-/-; 1 single stone diamond, claw setting— WILLIAM ALFRED DOCKSEY, alias GEORGE ARTHUR HARVEY and GEORGE STEADMAN, age about 28, height about 5 ft. 7| in., complexion pale, hair and mous- tache dark brown ; dress, sandy brown suit, trousers turned up at bottom, mauve tie, grey cap, button boots, of good address. A native of Bradford, Yorks. He rang up a jeweller in this town on the telephone, giving the name of a well- known resi- dent, and asked for some gold rings to be sent to his house, in order that he might select one, as he wanted to make a present to a lady. He almost directly cancelled that order, saying " I will send my clerk for them, but please pack them up closely so that he won't know what the parcel contains, as I want it kept very secret." About an hour later the supposed clerk called and was handed the rings. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Swindon. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 38.- Y Division — For bigamy— DAVID JONES, age 48, height 5 ft. 11 in., complexion fresh, hair and heavy moustache dark brown, eyes blue, of smart appearance: dress, dark tweed suit, 37.— Leeds ( City).— On Bench warrant for fail- ing to surrender to take his trial at Leeds Assizes, 6th ult., on a charge of Bigamy— JOHN BINNS, age 43, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes brown, may be clean shaved, or wearing a moustache. A tailor; native of Leeds. Has been employed as a labourer. Information to the Chief Constable, Leeds. CITY OF LONDOV. 39. — For embezzling £ 119 10s. — REGINALD JOHN CURTIS, age 22, height 5 ft. 9 in., good build, complexion pale, hair very dark, slight moustache dark, eyes sunken; dress, dark brown suit, dark overcoat, hard felt hat. A clerk; native of London. ( See Case No. 3, 27th ult.) Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information ! o Supt. Stark, 26 Old Jewry, E. C. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). dark tie, lace boots. Supposed a native of Llidiart- y- lfair, Pontrhydfendigard, near Aberyst- wyth. Formerly served in the Liverpool Polioe. Is fond of the company of Police Officers, and usuallv forces his conversation by relating his Police experiences. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. 4 T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE FRIDAY NOVEMBER 20, 1908. PORTRAITS OF PERSONS WANTED ( contd.)— CITY OF LONDON. 40.— For feloniously altering and uttering a banker's cheque for £ 9 15s. — HORACE CHARLES VINCENT, age about 32, height 5 ft. 7 in., com- plexion fresh, hair ( thick in front) light brown, brushed back off forehead, eyes bluish- grey, large nostrils; dress, blue serge suit, white tie, hard felt hat. A clerk; native of London. Frequents billiard rooms and the company of loose women. Absconded 30th ult. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Stark, 26 Old Jewry, E. C. DEVONSHIRE. 41.— Exeter ( County).— For forging and utter- ing a cheque— THOMAS KENT WALMSLY, age 33, height 5 ft. 1 or 2 in., complexion fair, hair light, drooping moustache, eyes blue, York- shire accent, addicted to drink; dress, black morn- ing coat and vest, grey trousers, grey cap, lace boots, wore a silver watch and chain. Frequents clubs. Late organist at Bovey Tracey Church. May endeavour to obtain a situation as organist or as a musician at a theatre or music hall. Uses F. R. C. O. after his signature. Absconded in Sep- tember last. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Carey, Teignmouth. LANCASHIRE. 42.— Liverpool ( City).— For shopbreaking, be- tween 14th and 16th ultl-^ JOHN THOMPSON, aCTe 34, height 5 ft. 6i in., complexion fresh, hair left thumb, front of right wrist, and left breast, scars and burns on both hips, brown mole right side back of neck. Information to the Head Constable, Criminal Investigation Department, Liverpool. LANCA SHIRE. 43.— Liverpool ( City).— For embezzlement— WILLIAM WYNNE, age 34, height 5 ft. 11 in., and eyes brown, slight moustache light, cheeks sunken, carries his head slightly forward, scars on good build, complexion sallow, aquiline nose, hair dark, clean shaved, teeth decayed, sore ears. Warrant issued. Information to the Head Constable, Liverpool. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continuei)- OXFORDSHIRE. 44.— Burfortl ( County).— For obtaining £ 9 19s. 6d., by a worthless cheque— JOHN MILNE, age 30 to 35, height about 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fair, hair light brown, clean shaved, eyes grey, large front upper teeth, well educated; dress, brown woollen suit, dark vest, heliotrope tie, light green cap, light Burburough mackintosh, brown boots. He stayed at a hotel until 21st ult., ob- tained a cheque at Lloyd's Bank, Burford Branch, which he altered to " Bank of Scotland, Montrose, pay self or bearer £ 10, John Milne." The cheque was returned, signature not known. Warrant issued. Information to Inspector Allmond, Burford. SOMERSETSHIRE. ± 5— Bath ( City)— For embezzlement— ROBERT VICTOR CARR, age 18, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion sallow, rather long face, hair ( inclined to curly) dark brown; dress, blue serge jacket and vesit, dark grey striped trousers, blue muffler, mili- tary boots. A native of London. Has been em- ployed as a grocer's roundsman for about 6 weeks. In payment of a bill he received a £ 5 note, No. A over 49— 35247, and absconded. Spoke of going to Wales to work in the coal mines. May be found at a Labour Home or a Salvation Army Shelter. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Bath. STAFFORDSHIRE. 46.— Wednesbury ( County). — For abduc- tion, 5th inst., at Darlaston— ALFRED HALPS, alias SMOSH, age 33, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes ( cataract left) blue, defective sight, fleshy lump about the size of a walnut over right eye, blue mark left eyebrow, " A. II." tattooed right forearm; dress, blue pilot jacket, square cut, brown vest and trousers, brown cap, black and white cotton muffler, brown canvas slippers. He took lodgings, 10th August last, stated he came from Normanton, near Barnsley, and was wanted for assaulting Police, and that he was a native of Nottingham. Warrant issued. Description of girl:— BERTHA FOSTER, age 16, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes brown, cut mark left cheek; dress, grey three- quarter length jacket, white muslin blouse, black skirt, grey motor cap, button boots, patent toe caps. Information to Supt. Salt, Wednesbury. 47.— Wolverhampton ( Borough).— For failing to report— CHARLES SMITH, Office No. 333- 08, age 36, height 5 ft. If in., complexion dark, hair brown, eyes hazel, mole right of mouth, " C. H." and 2 dots left forearm. A sailor; native of Robertsbridge. Sentenced at Maidstone As- sizes, 27th November, 1905, to 3 years penal ser- vitude for wounding. Licensed 26th February, 1908. F 501. Warrant issued. For failing to report— ALFRED FLETCHER, Office No. 1237- 02, age 58, height 5 ft. 3£ in., com- plexion fresh, hair ( partly bald) and eyes brown, scar forehead and several back of neck, 4th left finger deformed. An engraver; native of Lapwell, Worcester. Sentenced at Stafford Assizes, 3rd December, 1903, to 5 years penal servitude for arson ( stack). Licensed 4th September, 1908. d 579. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Wolver- hampton. SURREY. 48.— Chertsey ( County).— For failing to ap- pear to a summons for assault at Chobham, 27th ult.— JOHN LEE, a gipsy, age 32, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion pale, hair, beard, and moustache dark. Travels the country with a brown pony and green cart. Accompanied by a woman and 4 child- ren. Well known in Sussex, Kent, and Hamp- shire.' Absconded 28th February last. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hackman, Chertsey. SUSSEX ( East). 49. — Uckfield ( County).— For stealing 4 cheques on Barclay & Co., Lombard Street, Bank ( 1 for £ 4 8s. 4d.; 1 for £ 3 15s. 7d.; 1 for £ 3 5s. 4d.), drawn by E. Howard, and made payable to W. Staplehurst; 1 for £ 3 lis. 4d., drawn by E. Howard & Co., and made payable to W. Staple- hurst); 3 or 4 postal orders to the value of 17s. 6d.; and £ 15— J. THOMSON ( correct name JOHN ERNEST WALKER), age 34, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion sallow, hair light brown, clean shaved, eyes pale grey, abscess scars both sides of neck and under nose, broad forehead; dress, brown greenish check suit, dark grey over- coat, round tweed hat. A draper and outfitter's assistant; supposed a native of York. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Criddle, Uckfield. WESTMORLAND. 50.— Appleby ( County).- For obtaining by false pretences, 26th ult., a bicycle, black en- amelled, supposed 26 in. frame, drop handle bars, maker, " Braithwaite, Kendal," on down tubs under saddle, large " K" front tube, black celluloid mudguards ( 1 wire missing from front), dark green grips, Dunlop tyres, 2 rim brakes ( front broken) — JAMES ULLOCK, age 18, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., slight build, complexion fresh, hair light, eyes grey; dress, light grey tweed jacket and vest, new brown cord trousers, rather short, <. ap, new lace boots. A farm servant; native of Lindal- in- Furness, Lancashire. May endeavour to enlist. Last heard of riding the machine between Kendal and Lancaster, going south. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Dickinson, Appleby. WORCES TERSHIRE. 51 — King's Heath ( County).— For obtain- ing £ 4 19s. by false pretences ( marking ink fraud), 15th October last— HENRY GUTHRIE, alias JAMES HENRY GUTHRIE, Office No. 1417- 06. Case No. 37, 2nd August, 1907 ( ILLUSTRATED CIRCULAR, 73, Figure 10), age 56, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion sallow, hair black, eyes dark. A commercial traveller. Warrant issued. • Information to Supt. Chare, King's Heath. 52 — Worcester ( City).— For stealing ( by trick) 2 £ 1 postal orders, 7th inst.— ARTHUR BROWNLOW ( supposed false), age about 30, height about 5 ft. 9 in., complexion sallow; wear- ing dark three- quarter length overcoat, green cap or black bowler hat. He called at a Sub- Post Office and asked for the orders, which were placed on the counter, then asked for another two of less value, and while the attendant was getting them he absconded with the two £ 1 orders, which he cashed soon afterwards at the General Post Office. Information to the Chief Constable, Worcester. YORKSHIRE ( North Riding). 53. — Middlesbrough ( Borough). — For misappropriating £ 24 15s. 3d., monies of the United Kingdom Society of Amalgamated Smiths and Strikers, while acting as Branch Secretary— FRANCIS or FRANK LOVE, age 31, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion fresh, round features, hair dark brown, clean shaved, eyes blue; dress, black jacket TUESDAY, N O V E M B E R 10, 1908 T H E POLICE GAZETTE. 3 APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued) suit, black tie and cap. A blacksmith's striker, usually employed at shipyards; native of Middles- brough. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Middles brough. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 54. Keighley ( County).— For obtaining 15s by false pretences, at Bingley— — SMITH, age 24, height 5 ft.. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair light, very plausible, Yorkshire acceiu ; dress, dark brown overcoat, black stripe, dark suit and cap. He collects advertisements for the Parish Church Magazine. Identical with man, Case No. 46, 27th ult. Warrant issued. Information to SujDt. Tebbutt, Keighley. 55.— Pontefract ( County).— For stealing, 2nd inst., at Carleton, a lady's " Sunbeam" bicycle, 25 in. frame, 2- speed gear, Dunlop tyres, Bowden brakes, Sunbeam carrier, and acetylene lamp at- tached, No. 68473, back mudguard bent — A YOUTH, age about 18, height 5 ft. 5 in., com- plexion fair, hair light brown, wore glasses, Lon- don accent; wearing a light overcoat and cap. He offered for sale picture post cards. 56. - Pontefract ( County).— For neglecting to maintain his wife and family — GEORGE JONES, age 48, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion fresh, hair ( bald on top) dark ( turning grey), eyes brown, large scar left cheek. A miner; native of Wrexham. Warrant issued. 57.— Pontefract ( County).— For obtaining, by- false pretences, on or about 29th July, 1908, a banker's) cheque for £ 43 10s., some person or persons styling themselves KNIGHT & Co., 3, Featherstone Buildings, Holborn, London, and acting as brokers and commission agents, by falsely representing that he or they had for disposal 30 £ 1 shares in Weldon's Ltd. Enquiry shows that the man has left the address given, cashed the cheque and absconded. Also wanted for a similar offence at Liverpool. Warrant issued for W. K. Knight. Information to Supt. Hollis, Pontefract. 58.— Bradford ( City).— For embezzlement— JAMES VARLEY, age 29, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, broad features, hair dark brown, inclined to squint; dress, blue jacket and vest, dark striped trousers, brown overcoat, black bowler or soft brown hat. A printer's traveller. He may call upon his former employer's customers and collect outstanding accounts. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Bradford. 59.— Sheffield City).— For failing to report — Supervisee ALFRED ' COOPER, Office No. 465- 08, age 33, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, scar upper lip and under left eye. A finisher; native of Stafford. Sentenced at Northampton Borough Quarter Sessions, 18th October, 1907, to 6 months hard labour and 2 years supervision for larceny. Liberated 19th March, 1908. 6659. May be dealt with where found. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Sheffield. 60.— Barnsley ( Borough). — Vox stealing from his lodgings, 2nd inst., a black vicuna morning coat and vest JACK, age about 26, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, clean shaved; dress, black or very dark suit, fancy tie, black bowler hat, black gaiters or putties, lace boots. Stated he came from Manchester, and obtained a siutation as drayman on the Great Central Railway. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Barnsley. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. ANGLESEY. 61.— Holyhead ( County).-^- Committed for trial at Quarter Sessions, 6th prox., charged with burglary— THOMAS DIXON ( supposed false), age 43, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, moustache light, eyes grey, " India " and large snake left forearm, lizard, man's head, and mud liook right forearm; dress, grey over- coat, black jacket, blue vest ( faded), brown cord trousers, black scarf, check cap, lace boots. A native of Newport, Mon. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Anglesey. HAMPSHIRE. 62.— Alverstoke ( County).— Committed for trial at Hants Quarter Session^, 5th prox., for stealing a pair of silver sugar tongs from lodgings, and obtaining food, & c., by false pretences, at Brockhurst, 11th ult.— JOSEPH HAUFMANN, ahas ALEXANDER FERGUSSON, GEORGE BROOKMAN, JAMES OSBORNE, MORTI- MER FORBES, and WILLIAM GROSSE, Office No. 1968- 98 ( Case No. 41, lst May last, and 24, 20th ult.), age 47, height 5 ft. 3| in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes hazel, scar bridge of nose, birthmark right wrist; dress, dark tweed suit, dark three- quarter length overcoat, dark tie, hard felt hat. A native of Dulwich. He engaged apart- ments at good- class houses for himself and son, whom he represents is at a local school, also states he is a doctor of chemistry, and just arrived from Plymouth, stays a few days, and absconds without paying. Information to Supt. Cottle, Alverstoke. MONMOUTHSHIRE. 63.— Newport ( Borough).— Remanded till 14th inst., charged with obtaining £ 2 14s., by false pre- tences— JOHN ALFRED POPE, age 34, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fresh, round features, hair brown, clean shaved, eyes blue; dress, dark suit, overcoat and bowler hat. States he is a traveller for a dealer in herbal cigarettes, and signed re- ceipt " J. Hambleton." Supposed wanted elsewhere. Information to the Head Constable, Newport, Mon. S TA FFOROSHIRE. 64.— Smethwick ( County).— Remanded till 14th inst., charged with obtaining £ 1 8s., by false pretences, between 9th and 13th August, 1908— GEORGE HOLMES, alms GEORGE ALLEN, age 28, height 5 ft. 5£ in., slight build, complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue; dress, black jacket, grey vest and trousers, brownish cap, lace boots. A native of Small Heath, Birmingham. He called on clergymen and obtained money, stating he wished to get his tools from an adjoining town. Sentenced to 6 weeks imprisonment at Wandsworth, 19th Oc- tober last. Information to Supt. Goodwin, Smethwick. SUSSEX ( East). 65. — Hailsham ( County). — Remanded till 16th inst., charged with stealing a valuable mosaic work in case ( recovered at Dorchester)— WIL- FRED WAIN SCOTT, age 28, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, clean shaved, eyes brown; dress, brown jacket suit, grey check vest, brown cap, low brown shoes. A clerk, has also worked on the Boston steam trawlers. States he was convicted at Bournemouth of stealing a watch in 1902 or 1903. He called on the Archdeacon at Pevensey, 5th inst., stated he was a solicitor from Portsmouth, and asked for a loan of 10s., and stole the mosaic. ( Identical with Man, Case No. 25, 27th ult.) States he left the bicycle at Gordon Hotel, Hastings. Supposed wanted elsewhere. Information to Supt. Willard, Hailsham. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 66.— s Division. — 26th ult., by housebreak- ing, 6 ladies' 18 ct. gold dress rings ( 1 set 2 tur- quoise, cross setting, surrounded by diamonds; 1 set 3 turquoise, diamonds in centre; 1 ruby and diamond marquise, set diamond and sapphire, cross setting; 1 half hoop, set 2 sapphires and dia- monds; 1 set 3 opals and 2 diamonds); 8 18 ct. gold brooches ( 1 diamond shape, set diamonds and sapphires, about in. long; 1 large dragon fly, set diamonds and sapphires, about 3 in. long and wide, safety chain attached; 1 horseshoe, " Good Luck" in centre, set pearls; 1 moonstone sur- rounded with sapphires; 1 crescent, set small dia- monds) ; 4 18 ct. g< j> ld bracelets ( 1 set large dia- mond, smaller diamonds around; 1 curb pattern, about 1 in. wide, with lady's keyless watch, white dial; 1 diamond surrounded with opals; 1 chased, narrow band, set diamond); 2 gold bangles, knob attached; 1 lady's gold key- winding watch, gold dial and hands; 1 pair large single- stone diamond earrings; 1 odd diamond and sapphire earring; 1 thick gold curb chain; 1 very old- fashioned paste necklet, set in blue enamel and silver; 1 large fancy pendant, set diamond and pearls; 1 heart shape locket, set about 7 pearls; 1 small curb neqk chain; 1 blue and gold enamelled mirror; 1 gilt pig; 1 old Italian green, blue and gold colour cut glass scent bottle. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. CAMBRIDGESHIRE. (| 7.— Cambridge ( Borough).— 5th inst., a very heavy gold half hunter keyless watch, mono- gram " S. B. R." engraved on back, " J. Prior, Hast- ings," on works, a very heavy 18 ct. gold cable pat- tern double chain, clear stone seal pendant, set in gold in centre, attached; 1 silver sovereign purse, monogram " S. B. R." thereon, containing £ 1; 1 silver match box, chased, Indian work; 1 silver cigarette ca& e, amber cigarette holder inside. Between 29th ult. and 2nd inst., a greenish tweed overcoat, black lining, small red and blue stripes in sleevs, 2 ordinary pockets outside, breast pocket and cash pocket inside. 2nd inst., a fawn coloured " Harris " tweed over- coat, single breasted, fawn colour lining, 2 vertical outside pockets, ticket pocket inside, lining tern right armpit, fawn colour bone buttons, whole back, a pair black kid gloves in pocket. Information to the Chief Constable, Cambridge. CHESHIRE. 68.- Birkenhead ( County).— 29th ult., by burglary at Higher Bebington, a silver Geneva watch, No. 149631, " Thos. Russell & Son, Liver- pool " on works; 1 9 ct. heavy double curb albert guard, plain gold locket, containing sprig of white heather, and a silver sovereign purse, oval, at- tached— By A MAN, age about 50, height 5 ft. 5 in., stout build, complexion, hair ( turning grey) and slight moustache dark; dress, dark suit, black hard felt hat. Information to Supt. Sutherland, County Hall, Birkenhead. HAMPSHIRE. 69. — Aldershot ( County). — Between 4th and 7th inst., 2 cheques ( 1 . No. dated - lth November, liiOtf, for £ 3; i No. dated 17th October, 1908, for £ 5), signed " Captain Shotte Douglas, R. E., on Messrs. Cox & Co.' 6 Bank, pay- able to the Officer Commanding lst Cable Tele- graph Co., Royal Engineers; and £ 30. Information to Supt. Hawkins, Aldershot. KENT. 70.— Sandwich ( County).- 29th ult., by housebreaking, at Ash, a gold curb bracelet, 1887 Jubilee sovereign and small gold padlock attached; 1 small gold brooch, set small diamond; 1 do., set 9 small pearls, ivy leaf at each end; 1 lady's long gold watch chain, closely woven; 2 George IV. os. pieces; and £ 4 12s. Information to Supt. Stone, Sandwich. 1Y— Gravesend ( Borough).— 2nd inst., a gold brooch, set turquoise and pearls; 1 gold curb brooch; 1 gold plain cross. 7th inst., a lady's silver watch, Swiss make, Geneva, " Jay, Maker," on inside case, glass cracked, small piece missing. Information to the Chief Constable, Gravesend. OXFORDSHIRE. 72.— Oxford ( City).— lst or 2nd inst., from a cricket pavilion, a nearly new " Swan" fountain pen; 1 bank book on Barclay's Bank, in name of J. King, junr.; and a quantity of tobacco, cigars, and cigarettes, crown stamped in gold and " Special" underneath on latter— Suspicion is attached to A MAN, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 6 to 8 in., dark stubby beard; wearing dark clothes and cap, car- ried a cloth bundle fastened with a strap. Information to the Chief Constable, Oxford. 5 TAFFORDSHIRE. 73.— Leek ( County).— Between 15th and 26th October last, between Llantwit Major, near Cardiff, and Cheddleton, Staffs, a lady's gold watch, " A. M. D." inside case; 1 long gold neck chain, small gold seal attached; 1 lady's gold ring, small gold dollar attached; 1 do. dress ring, blue stone with pearl setting; 1 gold locket, heart shape, containing grey hair; 1 gold brooch, raised centre; 1 do. rose, thistle, and shamrock; 1 do., blue stone with pearl setting, horse shoe and whip at- tached; 1 brooch, enamelled blue and red; 1 pencil case, chased silver; 1 gold pin, small gold dollar attached. 26th October last, between Leek and Hamstall Redware, a George III. spade ace guinea; 2 small gold rings ( 1 small and plain; 1 larger and chased). 27th or 28th ult., between Ipstones and Stafford, a lady's plain gold ring, set pearl between 2 diamonds. Information to Supt. Gilbride, Leek. SUSSEX ( East). 74. — Hailsham ( County). — 26th ult., by officebreaking, 20 half- penny postage stamps, per- forated " tE: •" Information to Supt. Willard, Hailsham. 75.— Eastbourne ( Borough) — 8rd inst., a long gold neck chain, small link pattern, star shape pendant attached, set turquoise and pearls alter- nately; 1 18 ct. gold dress ring, diamond cluster \ 6 THE POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 11, 9( K YORKSHIRE ( North Riding). iS.- Thornaby- on- Tees { County).- 7th inst., at Yarm, a safety " Singer" bicycle, No. 215757, 26 in. black enamelled frame, 28 in. wheels, plated rims, straight handle bars, rubber pedals, 2 lever rim brakes, free wheel, 2^ speed gear, " Singer" transfer on head and back mud- guard, acetylene plated lamp and long plated pump attached, tool bag fastened to seat, 1907 machine, in good condition. Information to Supt. Cook, Thornaby- on- Tees. 77. — Middlesbrough ( Borough). — 5th inst., by housebreaking, a 15 ct. gold curb bangle, fine pattern, set 3 opals and 2 diamonds alter- nately, small safety chain attached, push in fastener; 1 9 ct. gold safety pin, set oval opal; 1 do., set small round opal; 1 lady's 15 or 22 ct. gold dress ring, set diamond, slightly engraved on each side of stone, " To C. from G." inscribed inside; 1 9 ct. gold brooch, oval, small round balls around outer edge, ivy leaves engraved in centre; 1 pair 15 ct. torpedo shape cuff links, plain; 1 lady's silver Geneva watch, kevwind, fancy white dial, No. 16156; 1 9 ct. gold oval locket, " C. H. W." in monogram thereon; 1 old gold neck chain, quaint design. Information to the Chief Constable, Middles brough. PROPERTY FOUND. OXFORDSHIRE. 78.— Banbury ( Borough).— Supposed stolen, a bicycle, enamelled black, 2 speed gear, 26 in. frame, 28 in. wheels, plated rims, black oentres, lined red, Dunlop tyres, front rim brake, Bowden back brake, divided rubber pedals, flat handle bars, cork grips, black tips, " Lea & Francis, Coventry," transfer on head, Brooks' B90 saddle, size 2, Lucas plated lamp, bell and tool bag attached. Left be- hind by Arthur Fisher. ( Case No. 29, 27th ult.) Information to the Chief Constable, Banbury. PROPERTY STOLEN continued. - set turquoise in centre; 1 do., set 2 diamonds and 3 rubies ( 2 missing); 1 gold curb bracelet, set pearls and turquoise alternately; 1 small gold safety pin, set opal; 1 gold bar brooch, set small diamond and 2 pearls— Suspicion is attached to A MAN, age about 30, height about 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fresh, may have slight moustache, large eyes; wearing light brown overcoat, white wrapper, brown cap. 7th or 8th inst., by burglary, 6 salver tea spoons, rat tail pattern, crest Lion rampant; 1 pair silver sugar tongs, crest as above; 1 silver scissors case, about 6 ins. long, containing 3 pairs scissors; 1 silver chair, about 1 in. square; 1 do. match box case; 1 rubber tobacco pouch; 1 gun metal watch, in dark screen leather case, plain silver front, small gold paper label at back, " Rix, Jeweller, East- bourne" thereon; and a quantity of biscuits, cakes, and sweets. Information to the Chief Constable, Eastbourne. PROPERTY RECOVERED. ESSEX. 79.— Southend ( County).— Bicycle, Case No. 67, 23rd October last, and thief arrested. 5 TA FFORDSHIRE. 80.— Burslem ( County).— Jewellery, Case No. 48, 4th inst., and thief arrested. ANIMALS, j& c., STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 81.— FJ Division„— 80th ult., a bay mare, age 12 years, 16 hands, short black mane and tail, high action, blind near side, white snot on withers, hair on off side much darker, can be seen when ruffled, lame when trotting, recently fired and blistered fore legs, in good condition. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. APPREHENSIONS. 82.— Anglesey, Holyhead ( County).— HUGH HUGHES, Case No. 4, 13th ult. 83.— Cheshire, Dukinfield ( County).- GEORGE EDWARD NICHOLSON, Case No. 10, 27th ult., at Manchester. 84. — Denbighshire, Wrexham ( County).— JAMES ALLEN, Case No 12, 24th Jan- uary, 1908 85— Essex, Southend ( County).— ART- HUR BROOKER, Case No. 14, 6th ult.— JAMES SCULTHORPE and S. E. PRATT, Case No. 106, 27th ult. 86.— Glamorganshire, Swansea ( Borough).— JOHN HENRY CARD, Case No. 35, 7th August, 1908. ST.— Monmouthshire, A bertiHery ( County).— WILLIAM JONES, alias LESLIE, PAUL JONES, and WILL MACHEN, Case No. 39, 25th September last, and sentenced to 6 months imprisonment. 88.— Oxfordshire, Banbury ( County). — CHARLES ERASER, Case No. 32, 9th October last, and committed for trial, 6th prox. 89. — Staffordshire, Stoke- on- Trent ( County).— ALBERT LOWE. Case No. 31, 13th November, 190S and committed for trial for sheepstealing and counting- housebreaking. 90. — Worcestershire, Stan r- bridge ( County).— RICHARD HOOPER. Office No. 1906- 04, and WILLIAM HARDY, Office No. 1907- 04, Case No. 38, 27th ult., at Basingstoke, and committed for trial at Hants Quarter Sessions, 5th prox. 91. Yorkshire ( East hiding), Pooklinqton ( County).— THOMAS COGGAN. alias GIBSON, Case No. 61, 21st August last, at Stanground, Peterborough. 92 - Yorkshire ( North Riding), Scarborough ( Borough).— SIDNEY CUM- BERBATCII, Office No. 1715- 05, Case No. 42, 5th June, and Tabular Form, 3rd July, 1908, and committed for trial at North London Sessions for shopbreaking, as George Davis. LATEST INFORMATION. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. GLA MORGA NSHIRE. 93. Cardiff ( City).- Eor obtaining £ 2' 5s. by false pretences— STANLEY H. FOX, age 24, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion sallow, round face, Roman nose, hair brown; dress, blue serge suit, grey overcoat, bowler hat. A pianoforte tuner. Is also wanted at Brixton. ( See Case No. 7, 15th September, 1905.) Photograph can be seen on application. Warrant issued. 94.— Cardiff ( City).— For stealing from his lodgings, a silver watch; 1 suit; 1 pair of boots; and a razor— GEORGE BARKER, age 25 to 30, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., slight build, complexion fresh, hair and thin moustache dark, eyes blue, quiet manner and speech; dress, dark jacket and vest with darker stripes, dark trousers and tweed cap, had with him a painter's apron. Stated he was a painter; and native of Bristol. Is believed to have served in the Army. Absconded 5th ult. W7arrant issued. 95.— Cardiff ( City).— For stealing a bedstead and overlay— FRED PRICE, alias GEORGE LEE, age 32, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fair, long thin face, hair red brown, supposed slight moustache, eyes hazel. Will seek employment as a labourer. Warrant issued. Information to the Head Constable, Cardiff. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 96.— Leeds ( City).— For failing to report— Licence- holder FREDERICK CHARLES GREEN, alias HUTCHINGS, Office No. 1145- 02, age 40, height 5 ft. 4| in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown ( turning grey), eyes hazel, scar right wrist and left forearm, both little fingers contracted. A native of Gloucester. Sentenced at Cardiff Assizes, 17th March, 1906, to 3 years penal servitude for larceny. Licensed 17th June, 1908. a g 12. May be dealt with where found. Information to the Chief Constable, Leeds. PROPERTY STOLEN. SUSSEX ( East). 97 — Lewes ( County).— 8th inst., at Plumpton Races, a black purse containing £ 1; a first class season ticket between London and Bromley, avail- able to lst February, 1909; a number of visiting cards; 1 Kruger sixpence; 2 cheques, Nos. B over C 014267- 8, on the London Joint Stock Bank, 43 and 44 Fenchurch Street; and a watch key. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Lewes. List of Licence Holders, Supervisees, Expirees, who have been re- apprehended, for the week ending December 5th, 1908, with the result, etc. Division concerned Office No. NAME. Sentence Date and Place. Fresh Offence with which charged. Re- convicted in Name of Name and Division of Officer. 1516— 05 BROWN, ARTHUR JOHN 812— 99CAROLAN, ALBERT J. 3435— 98 ELLIS, GEORGE 1613— 02 EVANS, JOHN 2103- 02! HATTON, JOHN 682— 08 JONES, CHARLES 1835- 99 KELLY, DANIEL 1139— 05 1214— 01 1217— 01 154— 03 3146— 02 1826— 38 MANSFIELD, WILLIAM MARNEY, JIM MOORLAND, FRANK PAGE, CHARLES SIMPSON, ARTHUR SMITH, WILLIAM 2 month h. l. 3 months h. l. 3 years p. s. 12 months h. l. 6 months b. l 17 days h. l. 11 months h. l. 6 months h. l. 6 months h. l. 5 years p. s. 1 month h. l. 3 months h. l. 6 months h. l. lst Dec., Marlborough St.. P. Ct. 26th Nov., Saxmundham P. Sess. 21st Nov., Manchester lst Dec., Clerkenwell P. Ct. 4th Dec., Lambeth P. Ct. 24th Nov., Market Har- borough 3bth Nov., N. L. P. Ct. 10th Sept., C. C. Ct. lst Dec., Lambeth P. Ct. lst Dec., Birmingham City Assizes 26th Nov., Arundel P. Ct. 28th Nov., Bow St. P. Ct. 21st Oct., Stafford Sess. 1 \ ? Unlawful possession Larceny ( lodgings) Larceny P. of C. Act P. of C. Act Failing to report P. of C. Act Assault on Police Larceny Forging & uttering order for goods Failing to report Begging < fe assault on Police Larceny JOHN WATKINS Same Name GEORGE BELL Same Name JOHN DICKSON Same Name DANIEL CARTER Same Name THOMAS MASON Same Name Same Name Same Name HERBERT JONES rosmw P. S. Granville, 27 D ; also P. C. Miller- wood, 47DR. P. C. Driver, 159E ; also P. S. Gittins, O. I. D., A. P. C. Munday, 876W ; also P. S. Sud- bury, C. I. D., F. Local Insp. Neil, Y ; also P. S. Newell, City. P. S. Caselton, C. I. D., N; also P. C. Maikell, C. I. D., N. P. C. Bristow, 660W ; also P. S. Haw- kins, C. I. D., W. P. C. Rusbv, 272E ; also Stn. P. S. Bush, 8E. LONDON: PRINTED » OB HIS M- UKSTY' 8 STATIONEBI Orrios BT J. J. 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