T H E ZETTE PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, MAY 28, 1909. VOL. XXVI., No. 2652. 8. RS GU 1. All communications for insertion in the POLICE GAZETTE, and all communi- cations relating to them, should be addressed to THE EDITOR or THE POLICB 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. I. Particulars as to stolen property will be likewise inserted in one issue, if ivfficient 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 cleurly stated. 6. Portraits of persons whose apprehension is sought for serious offences, and engravings of stolen property, will be inserted at a cost of 7s. per portrait, and of 5s. per photoprayh 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. 8. Every announcement, if for th » 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 fc. rce 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. 7. Announcements concerning stolen property must be guaranteed by an officer of not less rank than Inspector, or analogous thereto. 10. 11 13. 13 14. 9TS. Announcements of all persons to be apprehended or of stolen property bear a number, and as far as practicable they are alphabetically arranged by counties. The force which causes particulars concerning delinquents er 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. 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. 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. All payments must be in advance, either at the office, New Scotland Yard, by Postal Order, or by Post Office Order, payable at Parliament Street Post Office. The Space being limited, announcements concerning " Missing 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. All copies of the POLICE GAZETTE re- transmitted by Police Forces should be prepaid at the ordinary rate for printed matter sent by post within the United Kingdom. THE EDITOR, New Scotland Yard, London, S. W. NOTICE. 1.- The composition of the Friday No. of the " Police Gazette " will be tound arranged for easy reference as fol- lows:— ( a) Regulations at top of tirst page. ( b) 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. ( rf) Property Stolen. ( 1). Metropolitan Police District. ( 2). Counties. Cities and Boroughs therein, arianged in alphabetical order. 2.— Any additional copies of the GAZETTE beyond the number at present supplied will be forwarded on application in the form set forth in circular of the 7th of November, 1883. 3.— It is particularly requested that any complaints as to non- delivery or of irregularity in the date of de- livery 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 consequently desired, the Editor is requested to insert the particulars in the GAZETTE. Arrests on such informations are made sub- sequently, but the particulars are not always for- warded " for the purpose of the original information being cancelled as required by Rule 9 of the Regula- tions; the Editor therefore desires to call special atten- tion to this matter with a view to the Rule men- tioned being invariably acted upon. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT l — Convict Supervision Office. — For failing to report— Supervisee WILLIAM HENRY AUGUSTUS, alias ROGERS, MAY, and WHITE, a Mulatto, Office No. 1268- 07, age 25, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion dark, hair black,, eyes brown, sailor and crossed flags right, flower not, horseshoe, crossed flags and " Faith, Hope, and Charity " left forearm. A native of Derby. Sen- tenced at Northampton Borough Quarter Sessions, 22nd October, 1906, to 10 months hard labour and 2 years supervision for burglary. Supervision ex- pires 25th July, 1909. 2073. Stated at Preston, 29th ult., his intention of proceeding to Liverpool, but did not report there. May be dealt with where found. 2.— D Division.— For stealing, 7th inst., 3 half hoop 5- stone diamond rings; 1 do. 3- stones. all marked " H. J. C. & Co., Ltd."— Licence- holder WILLIAM EDWARD ASHTON, alias JAMES B. HUTTON and REV. CHARLES HOWARD, Office No. 226- 09, age 31, height 5 ft. U in., complexion dark, hair black ( curly), clean shaved, eyes hazel, scar over left eyebrow; dress, dark clothes, soft felt hat ( supposed clerical). 3. — F Division. — For conspiracy, forging and uttering a postal order— FRANK ARCHI- BALD WTLFORD, alias JACK THURSTON, age 29, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in.„ complexion fair, hair ( inclined to wavy) light,, eyes grey, high cheek bones, 1 upper tooth missing; dress, grey overcoat, green jacket and vest, grey trousers and cap. A native of Leicester. Warrant issued. i.— S DivisionFor obtaining 3s. by false pretences— A MAN, age 70 to 75, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., stoops, hair grey, clean shaved ; dress, brown jacket, knickers and gaiters, black hard felt hat. Supposed a native of Waldron, East Sussex. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BEDFORDSHIRE. 5. — Bedford ( County). — For stealing a bicycle, free wheel, 28 in. wheels, black enamelled, usual parts plated, Moseley Hardwick front tyre, Reflex clipper back tyre, New Departure hub brake, dropped handle bars, rat- trap pedals, one toe clip broken off, Brooks' saddle, frame cracked near chain wheel, hole in bracket of chain > vheel spindle— FRANK GILBERT, age 28, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion dark, hair dark brown, small moustache dark, eyes blue, bust of woman, heart and dagger right forearm; dress, tweed suit, straw Alpine hat, blue tie, supposed brown boots. A native of Wootton, Beds. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Bedford. CHESHIRE. 6. — Birkenhead ( County). — For stealing, at Bromborough, 14th inst,, a gold hunter watch, key wind, small dent on case, near ring, No. 72506, by Long- worth; 1 lady's long rolled gold open curb pattern chain; 1 9 ct. ring;, curbed on top; 1 gold bracelet, made with 2 bands joined at top, * et diamonds and 2 rubies, safety chain attached; ' gold compass, steering wheel pattern, about the size of a half- crown; 1 gold oblong brooch, chased, set rubies and diamonds in centre, place at back for photograph; 1 9 ct. gold locket, heart shape, chased both sides, small thin 9 ct. rolled gold twisted pattern chain attached; 1 gold cross,, plain one side, chased the other, 9 ct. rolled; gold chain, small link pattern, attached; 1 malacca cane, silver mounted, ivory handle, " Presented to T. G. Bird by Mrs. Haslehurst, Eastham " engraved on band ; 1 9 ct. rolled gold plain bracelet, set imitation rubies and diamonds, safety chain attached; 1 lady's 9 ct. small rolled gold ring ( bent), set imita- tion rubies— A MAN, age 45 to 50, height 5 ft. 10 or 11 in., complexion sunburnt, hair ( small bald patch on top) dark brown, clean shaved,, eyes blue, slight cut mark about 2 ins. long down right cheek ; dress, dark green striped suit, green cap, light fawn colour mackintosh, brown kid gloves, cw dark grey suit, dark overcoat, three- quarter length, black hard felt hat. Stated he was a captain of the Navy and was writing a book of his experiences. Information to Supt. Sutherland, Birkenhead. 7— Liscard { County). For stealing from his lodgings, a silver hunter watch, double case, " W. O." on back;, silver cigarette case, " J. E." on back, 3 legs on front; 1 plain silver match box; and £ 8— T. ARNOLD, alias WILLIAM MOT- TRAM and SIGNOR MOTTRAMO, age about 34, height 5 ft. 7 in,., complexion fresh, hair ( very long and thin) light brown, eyes grey, red nose, large teeth, turns his feet outwards; dress, grey Norfolk suit, draught board pattern cap, old green stockings, long boots with narrow toes, chocolate colour gloves. A good piano player and singer. Has been engaged with Pierrot troupes1 and may be found at seaside resorts. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. McHale, Liscard, 2 APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( ronthiued)- DERBYSHIRE. 8. — Ashbourne { County). — For failing to report— Licence- holder WILLIAM SMITH, alias GEORGE and HENRY WHITE, Office No. 2037- 04, age 38, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown,, eyes brown, end of 2nd right finger crushed. A native of Derby. Sen- tenced at Leicester County Assizes, 23rd June, 1906, to 3 years penal servitude for shopbreaking. Licensed 15th October, 1908. g 270. May be dealt with where found. Information to Supt. Burford, Ashbourne. 9.— Chesterfield { County).— For stealing £ 8 10s. 5d., at Bolsover, 29th ult.— WILLIAM HERBERT TURK, age 15, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion sallow, hair light brown, eyes blue, very short neck ; dress, brown suit with blue stripes, green tie and cap, light lace boots. A railway clerk; native of Chippenham. May seek employment on board ship. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable) County Police Office, Chesterfield. r 10. — Renishaw { County). — For stealing a silver Geneva watch, white dial, black numerals, gold hands, silver albert, curb pattern, silver medal, " S. Salt, Chesterfield," engraved thereon, and seal attached, 19th inst., at Creswell — ARTHUR WILLIAM STRUTT, age 17, height about 5 ft., complexion fresh, hair light ( frizzy in front), eyes blue; dressy navy blue jacket and vest, dark trousers, grey cap, large peak, white muffler,, lace boots. A pit pony driver; supposed a native of Barnsley. May seek work in a colliery. Ab- sconded 19th inst. Warrant issued. 11. — Renishaw { County). — For causing grievous bodily harm, at Whitwell, 11th ult.— THOMAS GRIMBLEY, age 46, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fresh, thin face, hair and short mous- tache brown ( turning grey), eyes grey, long neck; drees, black jacket suit, black cap. A collier; native of Thornton, Leicestershire. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Andrew, Renishaw, near Chesterfield. DEVONSHIRE. 12. — Torquay { County). — For stealing 2 cycles ( recovered)— KENNETH TATEM, age 22, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., slight build, complexion fair, hair light brown,, eyes blue, very thin legs; dress, blue serge suit, brown boots. A native of Appledore, Devon. He was employed driving a steam motor ' bus from Paignton to Torquay. May be found spending money freely. Is fond of motor- ing. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Supt. Roberts,, Torquay. DUMFRIESSHIRE. 18.— Dumfries { County).— For contravention of the Old Age Pension Actj, 1908— EMMA WARMSLEY, alias SILKER, age about 60, height about 5 ft., complexion swarthy, hair ( turn- ing grey) dark; dress, black jacket, dark skirt, clogs, usually wears a shawl. A pedlar or hawker; native of Warrington. Is accompanied by her Husband, age about 70, height about 5 ft. 2 in., complexion swarthy, hair and whiskers dark ( turn- ing grey); wearing dark overcoat, soft felt hat, clogs. They travel the country with a donkey and cart, " G. Silker, Dealer, Lochmaben" painted on off side, sell paper flags and gather bottles. May have disposed of the donkey and cart. • Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, County Police Office, Dumfries. DURHAM. 14.— South Shields { Borough).— For forging seamen's advance notes— RICHARD SMITH, age 52, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache brown ( turning grey), eyes blue,, several scars on forehead, 4 cut scars front of throat, anchor front right forearm, blue dot front left do., ends of 1st, 2nd and 3rd left fingers de- formed, walks badly. Is well known at shipping ports on the Bristol Channel, and will be found about docks, shipping offices and seamen's out- fitters; associates with seamen and prostitutes. Has been convicted at Cardiff and North and South Shields. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, South Shields. ESSEX. 15.— Chelmsford { County).— For stealing ( person), 14th inst., a black leather purse; 1 silver Volunteer medal, dated 1872, " Welcome to Ghent" inscribed thereon; 1 silver Conservative challenge medal, " C. E. Rippon, C. C. C.," thereon; several silver coins; 1 gold horseshoe pin ( broken); 2 pairs gold earrings, representing small stars; 2 plain gold studs; 1 small diamond— A MAN, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., stout build, com- plexion fresh, round face, hair light, believed light moustache; wearing light brown coat, light hat. He arrived from London by 12 noon train, 14 th inst., and returned by the 1.38 p. m. train same date. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Chelmsford. HAMPSHIRE. 16.— Portsmouth { Borough).— For being concerned with George Edward Marston ( in cus- tody) charged with conspiracy— HYMAN HENRY POLINSKly, alias POLLAND, age 19 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion sallow, hair black, slight moustache, curled at ends, eyes brown. A jeweller; native of London. May be found hawking cheap jewellery. Warrant issued. 17.— Portsmouth { Borough).— For failing to report— Licence- holder HARRY S. BARNETT, alias CLEGG and SMITH, Office No. 2772- 02, age 29, height 5 ft. 3 in,, complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes grey, birthmark back of neck, " H. B. ' left, 2 dots right forearm. A native of Windhill, York. Sentenced at Winchester Assizee, 20th November, 1906, to 3 years penal servitude for larceny. Licensed 2nd ult. g 570. May be dealt where found. Information to the Chief Constable, Portsmouth. HEREFORDSHIRE. 18.— Hereford { City).— For stealing a bicycle ( recovered); 1 9 ct. gold signet ring, set square red stone; 1 double silver albert chain, with pendant attached; 1 " King of the Road " transfer bicycle, 24 in. frame, rat trap pedals, Sackville front tyre, lever brake both wheels, steel mudguards, raised handle bars, black tips— GEORGE HOWARD, age 29 to 31, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, freckled face, hair dark ( turning grey), small dark brown moustache, eyes blue, peculiar mouth,, upper lip projects, bad teeth, cut scar top of head, swinging gait, appearance of an athlete; dress, new suit, dark grey straw hat, narrow green band, lace boots, rubber heels, wearing a bugle shape pin and an imitation gold watch chain. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, City Police, Hereford. KENT. 19. — Tonbridge { County). — For stealing ( bailee), 27th ult., a " Humber" bicycle, supposed 26 in. frame, Dunlop tyres, flat handle bars, small bell attached, parcel carrier on back, tool bag containing a spanner and screwdriver ( combined'), brakes back and front, Bowden lock on head, small dent in back wheel near valve— HARRY SMITH, ( supposed), age about 33, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., silight build, complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes blue, bad teeth, North Country accent; dress, blue jacket, double- breasted vest, dark trousers, light cap, old lace boots. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Styles, Tonbridge. 20.— Dover { Borough).— For stealing ( bailee), 18th inst., a " Premier" bicycle, 3 speed gear, chain regulating speed gear broken, black enamelled, lined red— ALBERT WIL- KINS, age 20, height 5 ft. 3 in., com- plexion fresh, hair light brown, eyles blue, mole left shoulder; wearing khaki uniform. A farm labourer; native of Cobley Hill, Worcestershire. A deserter from the 3rd Worcester Regiment. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Dover. LANARKSHIRE. 21.— Glasgow { City).— For embezzling £ 98 14s. 6d., between 31st January and 10th ult.— JAMES GALLACHER YOUNG, alias STEEL, age 40 to 45, height 5 ft. 7 in., hair and moustache brown; dress, dark or grey suit, bowler hat. A house factor. Absconded 9th ult., spoke of going to America. Accompanied by his Wife and 4 children. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, City Police, Glasgow. LANCASHIRE. 22. — Rawtenstall [ County). — THOMAS WILKINSON, Office No. 1668- 01, Case No. 19, 19th February, and Tabular Form, 5th March, 1909, not now wanted. 23.— Skerton { County).— For obtaining food and lodgings by false pretences, between 11th and 14th insD.— GEORGE LOWE, age about 26, height 5 tt. 4 in., complexion sallow, hair dark brown, eyes brown, bow legged; dress, light grey jacket suit, raised seams, cap, lace boots. Warrant issued. For larceny— WILLIAM J. CORBISHLEY, altos LESLIE NEWTON, age about 28, height o ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, clean shaved, eyes blue, dimple in chin; dress, dark grey tweed jacket suit, round soft grey hat, old lace boots, carried a light fawn coloured mackin- tosh. Supposed a native of Clapham, London. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Barnett, Skerton. 24.— Wigan { County).— For stealing £ 4 15s.— CHARLES FREEMAN, age about 37, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fresth, hair brown ( turn- ing grey), clean shaved, eyes grey, impediment in speech, of smart appearance; dress,, grey jacket and vest, black and white plaid trousers, white rubber collar, green cap, brown boots. Supposed a native of Yorkshire. Travels the country with roundabouts and other shows. Warrant issued. * Information to Supt. Kelly, County Police, Wigan. 25.— Liverpool { City).— For embezzling about £ 90— JOHN BOWKER SEEDELL, age 43, height 5 ft. 11 in,, slight build,, thin blotchy face, red blotchy nose. A railway parcel's office clerk. Warrant issued. 26.— Liverpool { City).— For stealing a ring and a brooch from a dwelling house, 7th inet.— MAGGIE ROBERTS ( supposed false), age 35, height 5 ft. 6 in., slight build, thin face, hair and eyes brown. She called at a house to enquire about lodgings and stated she was to undergo an opera- tion,. • » Information to the Head Constable, Liverpool. 27.— Bolton { Borough).— For conspiring to obtain goods by false pretences— GEORGE WIL- SON ( supposed false), age about 45, height 5 ft. . 5 or 6 in., stout build, complexion fresh, full face, hair dark, very slight moustache, walks erect; dress, dark jacket suit, cap— BOG JOHNSON ( supposed false), age about 30, height about 5 ft. 10 in., clean shaved, walks erect; dress, dark grey jacket 6uit, hard felt hatt, brown boots. They rented a warehouse on 29th March last also a shop in the same neighbourhood ( which they used as a letter call office), had alterations made, ordered printed order forms, postcards, envelopes, labels, & c., " George Wilson & Co., merchants and manufac- turers and general house furnishers, Church Wharf, Bolton ( warehouse and works, Dorset Street)," thereon. Sent orders on forms to firms in London, Birmingham, Leeds, Leicester, and other large towns, and suceeded in obtaining bedsteads, dyna- mos, heating apparatus, bicycles, gas fittings, etc. Absconded 30th ult. A large quantity of goods were transferred from Bolton to J. T. Midgley, Salford Goods Station, on 29th April. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constablq, Bolton. 28.— Warrington { Borough).— For stealing a watch ( recovered)— JOHN GREGG, alias WILLIAM CRAGG, age about 45, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., good build, complexion fresh, hair red or auburn ( turning grey), moustache sandy, addicted to drink; dress, black jacket and vest, brown plaid trousers, cap. A jobbing watchmaker; native of Stone- haven or Coatbridge, N. B. Seeks employment at watch repairing shops, and stays at coffee taverns Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Warring- ton. MONMOUTHSHIRE. 29.— Newport { Borough).— For stealing £ 6 from his lodgings, 12th inst.— SIDNEY WITHEY, alias BAILEY, and PRATT, Office No. 2111- 99, age 30, height 5 ft. 6£ in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache brown ( may be clean shaved), eyes grey, pierced heart right forearm, teeth decayed,, black in front; dress, dark suit and green cap, spoke with Bristol accent. Stated he wasi a ship's steward. Has been convicted at Bath, Bristol, and Cardiff. Warrant issued. Information to the Head Constable, Newport. NOR THA MPTONSHIRE. 30.— Peterborough { City).— For stealing 2 new blue saddle girths; 1 watering bridle; 1 snaffle bit; 3 silver- plated curb chains— W. MASSING- HAM, age 22, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, clean shaved; drees, breeches siuit, stable clothes, green cap, brown leggingB, soft collar, tie fastened with whip and dog's head shape safety pin. A groom; stated he was a native of Chichester. Information to the Chief Constable, Peter- borough. FRIDAY, MAY 28, 1909 T H E P O L I C E G A Z E T T E .. 3 PORTRAITS OF PERSONS WANTED. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 31. — X Division.— Escaped from custody, charged with larceny ( breaking into cricket pavilions)— ALFRED GEORGE, alias FORTES- CUE, Office No. S/ 64775 ( Case No. 4, 21st inst.), age 21, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, long features, hair dark brown, clean shaved, eyes blue, scar left of forehead, ring 4th right finger, sullen expression, stoops slightly; dress, blue serge trousers, vest and cap, light and dark blue broad stripe silk tie), blucher lace boots. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. 33. — Newcastle - under - Lyme ( Borough). — For stealing a pony, Lit March last — JOHN HENRY SMITH, alias BIRD and BLACKIE, age 45, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes brown, 2 cut scars right leg, varicose veins left leg. A native of Bir- 34. — Sheffield ( City).— For stealing a quantity of groceries, value £ 10 — LEONARD PARK, Office No. S- 32677, age 23, height 5 ft. 5 in., com- plexion sallow, hair brown, eyes grey, scar left eye- brow and right of mouth; dressed respectably, and usually wears a fancy vest. A native of Sheffield. A YRSHIRE. 32. — Ayr ( County). — For embezzlement — JAMES GIBSON, age 34, height 5 ft. 6| in., complexion pale, hair ( thin on top) dark brown, moustache ( curled at ends) brown; dress, light grey jacket suit, light grey overcoat, black felt hat. A bank cashier; native of Hamilton, Lanarkshire. May endeavourer to leave the country. Absconded 20th inst. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable of Ayrshire, Ayr. mingham. Attends horse sales. Previously con- victed at Derby, London, and elsewhere. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Newcastle- under- Lyme. Frequents race meetings.— TOM ELLISON, age 25, height 5 ft. 3 in., slight build, complexion fresh, hair light brownv, eyes ( prominent) grey; dress, light suit ( shabby). Warrants issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Sheffield. DENBIGHSHIRE. 85.— Wrexham ( County).— For offieebreaking and stealing from the Great Western Railway Station at Brymbo, 15th inst., a parcel containing a navy blue serge suit ( lounge coat, 1 slit at back, single- breasted waistcoat, side pockets in trousers, and lined three- quarter length); 1 parcel contain- ing a brown lounge suit ( trousers have cross pockets and 1 hip pocket, otherwise similar make to No. 1); 1 parcel, addressed from Mumby, Newark, to Jones, Beehivq, Brymbo, containing a suit to fit a youth of 18 or 19, 5 ft. 11 in., very slight build, supposed dark brown material— JOHN EDWARD HUGHES, Office No. 1333- 08, age 23, height 5 ft. 7J in., complexion pale, hair black, eyes hazel, scar right of face, on nose, and left eyebrow,, right wrist injured; dress, blue trousers and waistcoat ( part of suit No. 1), brown jacket and waistcoat ( part of suit No. 2), the brown waistcoat being worn over the blue one, was wearing a pair of clogs. A collier; native of Brymbo. Previously convicted of breaking and entering the same office about 7 years ago. Frequents Salvation and Church Army shelter homes. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Jones, Wrexham. DORSETSHIRE. 36.— Sherborne { County).— For embezzle- ment— CECIL RICHARDS, age 25 to 30, height 5 ft. 10 or 11 in., round shoulders, complexion fresh, full round face, thick lips, hair and mous- tache ( curled at ends) dark brown, eyes brown), jerky gait; dress, long brown or grey mixture coat, brown or grey breeches, brown leggings and boots, soft hat, may be wearing a bowler or straw hat. A clerk. May endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Supt. Carter, Sherborne. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 37.— Bristol ( City). — For falsifying a Bank ledger— HENRY BROOKS, age 45, height about 5 ft. 5 in., broad build, complexion pale, hair S TA FFORDSHIRE. 4 T H E P O L I C E G A Z E T T E. FRIDAY* MAT 21, 1909 18.— Banbury { Borough).— For obtaining, by false pretences, 28fch July, 1907, 6 drees rings ( re- covered)— CLARA GENTLE, age 40, height 5 ft. 7| in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, scar right eyebrow. A nurse; native of Ludlow. She was arrested in Junei, 1908, and committed for trial, the Grand Jury returned a " No Bill," addi- tional evidence has now been obtained, and a fresh warrant issued for the arrest of Gentle. May be found employed at an asylum or a Nursing Institu- tion. ( See Case No. 51, 16th August, 1907.) Information to the Head Constable, Banbury. 5 TA FF ORDSHIRE. 44. — Burslem { County). — For deserting his wife and children,, 12th inst.— PETER WHITE, age 28, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes brown, blue scar on nose, cross and anchor left forearm, ring 3rd left finger; usually wears a blue pilot suit, cap, and muffler. A native of Burslem. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Supt. Hicklin, Burslem. 45. — Stafford { County). — For failing to report— Licence- holder GEORGE BATES, Office No. 2299- 01, age 42, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair light brown ( thin), eyes blue, crossed guns right, crossed flags left forearm, ring 3rd right finger. A native of Naseby. Sentenced at Essex Quarter Sessions, Chelmsford, 17th October, 1906, to 3 years penal servitude for larceny. Licensed 17th ult. g 445. Stated, 8th inst., his intention of proceeding to Stone and Stoke- on- Trent, but failed to report. May be dealt with where found. ( Apprehended, See Case No. 100.) Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Stafford. SUFFOLK ( East). 46.— Ipswich { Borough).— For wilfully neglect- ing her 4 children— SUSANNAH SPORLE, age 35, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fair, hair light brown; wearing light grey coat, lavender coloured velvet collar, light felt hat, green wings. A tailoress and mantle maker; native of Ipswich. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Ipswich. SURREY. 17. — Chertsey { County). — For stealing at Weybridge, 3rd inst., a " B. S. A." bicycle, " Lever- more ' Second to None,' Weybridge" transfer on head— ALEXANDER PENNIE, age 22, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, clean shaved, right eye artificial, woman and serpent left forearm; dress, brown tweed coat and vest, grey trousers, green cap. A cycle maker's assistant; native of Chertsey. Absconded 3rd inst. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hackman, Chertsey. 48. — Woking { County). — For embezzlement— — JOHN PHILIP FRANCIS, age 24, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., rather 6tout buildb complexion fresh, full round face, hair brown, slight moustache; dress, grey jacket,,, vest and breeches, straw hat, brown leggings and boots. A miller. May be found at fairs or on race courses. Absconded about 15 th ult. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Marks, Woking. SUSSEX ( East). 49. — HaCaEngs { Borough). — For office and shopbreaking, 20th inst., and stealing an Oxford shirt; 1 red striped flannel shirt; 1 white tennis shirt; 1 plain blue sierge suit, size 4 or 5; 1 pair light grey mixture trousers; 1 pair dark grey trousers; 3 green ties; several Polo collars; 1 black fountain pen; 1 book of Pitman's shorthand, No. 26, Volume 29; 4s. 9d. worth of penny and half- penny postage stamps; and £ 2— A MAN, age about 26, height about 5 ft. 8 in., slight build, oomplexion pale; dress, 1 brown jacket, 1 black do. with white stripesi. dark trousers, dark cap. Information to the Chief Constable, Hastings. PORTRAITS OF PERSONS WANTED ( contd.)— ( patch of grey in front and inclined to wavy) and slight moustache dark, slightly bow- legged; usually and whiskers ( trimmed) brown, eyes blue groy, abscess marks left side of neck; dress, pepper- and- salt colour jacket and vest, drab colour breeches and leggings, yellow 6triped cap, brown boots ( blacked). A tramping groom. Has been employed by job masters and horse dealers in London and the provinces. Attends fairs and race meetings. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Phillips, Ledbury. MONMOUTHSHIRE. 40.— Tredegar { County).— For stealing a brown hand- bag and £ 180, at Ebbw Yale, 8th inst. — THOMAS ARTHUR REED, alias THOMAS WHITEMAN, age 19 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, rather prominent upper teeth; dress, brown striped suit, grey plaid cap or round soft cloth hat, light nailed boots, will no doubt be wearing all new clothing. May endeavour to leave the country. A native of Wood Green, London. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Saunders, Tredegar. wears dark clothes and bowler hat, laundry mark " A171." The photograph was taken about 15 years but is still a fair likeness. Absconded 5th inst. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Bristol. GLOUCES TERSHIRE. 38.— Bristol { City).— For burglary and assault — CHARLES NICHOLLS, Office No. 3285- 00, age 39, height 5 ft. 2A in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes blue, 2 large scars right of neck, star APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued).— NORTHUMBERLAND. 41.— Newcastle- upon- Tyne { City).— For failing to report— Licence- holder ALBERT BERT CURRIEi, alias SPEARS, HENDERSON, HAMILTON, PATTERSON, CHARLTON, MUNRO, and LAMBE, Office No. 2037- 99, age 45, height 5 ft. 5 ill., complexion fresh, hair ( bald) brown, eyes grey, bird right forearm, right elbow and left wrist have been broken. A native of New- castle- upon- Tyne. Sentenced at Newcastle Quarter Sessions^ 1st July, 1904, to 3 years penal servitude for shopbreaking. Liberated on 2nd licence 8th inst., which expires 1st August, 1909. X e 102. May be dealt with where found. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Supt. Wilson, Newcastle- upon- Tyne. back left hand, right little finger deformed; dress, small black and blue plaid coat, dark grey trousers and vest. Has been convicted at Bristol and Cardiff. Frequents common lodging houses. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Bristol. HEREFORDSHIRE. 89.— Ledbury < County).— For stealing, 14th ult., at Woolhope, a light bay mare, aged, about 15 hands, rather heavy, knees chipped, mane and tail trimmed; and a saddle and bridle ( nearly new) — HARRY PEPLOW, age 40, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in,, complexion sallow, hair ( bald on top) short, OXFORDSHIRE. 42.— Banbury { County).— For leaving his wife and 3 children chargeable to Banbury Union— THOMAS HENRY WISE LAMBLEY, age 27, height 5 ft. 7 in., slight build, oomplexion fair, hair and eyes dark brown, slight moustache light ; dress, dark mixture jacket suit, black tie, dark motor cap, lace boots. A gardener; native of Swalcliffe, Oxfordshire. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Smith, Banbury. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 50 — Leeds ( City) — For failing to report— Licence- holder ALBERT WHITEHEAD, Office No. 2648- 99, age 32, height 5 ft. 3£ in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, 2 moles back of neck. A sign writer; native of Leeds. Sentenced at Leeds Sessions, 9th January, 1906, to 3 years penal servi- tude for false pretences. Liberated on 2nd licence 17th ult., which expiree 17th prox. b g 200. May be dealt with where found. Information to the Chief Constable, Leed*. Fr i d a y , MAY 28, 1909. T H E P O L I C E G A Z E T T E. OI APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ^ tinur- d)- 51— Sheffield { City). — For embezzling £ 5 3s'.' 5p., 8th inst.— WALTER APPLEFORD, age 32, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion freshv hair brown, small moustache. A vanman, was employed by a baker Warrant issued. 52 — Sheffield { City). — For embezzlement— THOMAS LEE, age 56, height 5 ft. 8 in., com- plexion fresh, hair and moustache dark brown, turning grey; dress, brown jacket suit. A traveller. Warrant issued. 58.-— Sheffield { City).— For stealing a pair of boots, 4th inst.— JOSEPH GRAY, age 36, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown; dress, dark coat, check vest, light cord trousers, dark check cap. A native of Ramsay St. Mary, Huntingdonshire. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Sheffield. BERKSHIRE. 58— Windsor { County).— 22nd inst., an 18 ct. gold half hunter repeater watch, calendar showing days, months and quarters of moon, and minute hand on face, " E. T." engraved on outside case, 5 enamel portraits inside case, man with long beard, a woman, girl, and 2 boys, maker, Aude- mars Frerea, Geneva;, a gold and platinum chain, gold cigar cutter, set with ruby, attached; 1 gold ring, set with diamond and ruby. Information to Supt. Holding, Windsor. — Reading { Borouyh,)*-- 18 th inst,, . by housebreaking, a gold wedding ring; 1 white metal watch chain, round and square links; 1 silver watch, " Cook & Calvary, Calcutta " on, dial ( No. 136,430); 1 silver watch, " W. Smith " engraved inside; 1 silver medal, heart shape, " Runners up Western League, 97- 98" thereon; 1 gold plated medal,, " J. vV. Withers" thereon; 1 fine gold chain; 1 lady's gold ring, set red stone; 1 gold keeper ring; 6 dessert spoons; 6 forks ( plated), fiddle pattern; 6 tea spoons; 3 table spoons ( plated), fiddle pattern; 1 butter knife; 6 table knives., white handles—. By A MAN, age 26 to 30, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., stout build, round face, hair inclined to ginger, very slight moustache; dress, navy blue suit, carried a small brown bag with white fittings. Information to the Chief Constable, Reading. CHESHIRE. NOR THA MPTONSHSRE. 65.- Peterborough { City).— 22nd inst., a " Rudge- Whitworth " bicycle, 26 in. wheels, 2 speed gear, rat trap pedals, cramped handle bar^, black grips, brake front wheel, patch on back tyre, maker's name on head, black enamelled with usual parts plated, nearly new, plated acetylene lamp, tool bag containing oil can and spanner. Information to the Chief Constable^ Peter- borough. SOMERSETSHIRE. 66.— Weston { County).— 18tli inst., at Lans- down Race Course, a gold watch, open face, white dial, ' A. G. Pain" engraved inside of case, gold curb pattern albert attached; 1 gold Waltham lever watch, open face, No. 19075, monogram " M. G. D." on back, inscription inside case, gold albert attached. 19th inst., a gold lever watch, double case, very heavy gold curb pattern albert with heavy spade guinea in centre, and silver match box, attached; i purse, containing £ 9 10s.; and black morocco leather pursci, containing about £ 8. Information to Supt. Jennings, Weston, Bath. 67. Bath { City).— 20th inst., a large amethyst drop necklet, with brooch attached; 1 lady's gold filled Waltham lever watch, " A/ E" scratched thereon; 1 lady's silver enamel watch, open face^ white dial, blue enamel, " J- R/-" scratched there- on; 1 lady's oxidised watch, " J/ V" scratched thereon; 2 do., " J/-"; 1 Swiss silver lever watch, " J/ E"; 1 Waltham do., " C/-/-"; 1 oxidised Swiss do., " C/ R"; 1 silver mother- o'- pearl watch, " J- V/ E"; 17 pins ( 1 shape of devil's head, " K/ JS/-" scratched thereon; 1 ruby, " A/-/-"; 1 carol, " JA/-"; 1 shape of dog, " JG/-"; 1 ruby, " JE/-"; 1 shape of leaf, " C/ C"; 1 shaoe of ball, "-/ R"; 1 with 3 coralsj, " JV/-"; 1 with 2 pearls, " E/-"; 1 diamond and pearl, " J/ AR"; 2 with pearl, 1 marked " C/ R," the other " JS/ R"; 1 single stone diamond, marked " C/ JG/-"; 3 pearl pins in case, marked " G/ JG/-"); 12 gold bracelets ( 1 gold and platinum, " A/-/-" scratched thereon; 1 diamond and sarrohira, " G/-"; 1 amethyst and pearl, " A/ A/-"; 1 opal and dia- mond, " K/ JG/-"; 1 turquoise and pearl, " A/ A/-"; 1 do., " J/ J/ R"; 3 curb bracelets, " E/ E, JO/-, J/ K/ R"; 2 snake pattern, " C/ G and A/ JA/-"); 50 gold charms), different patterns, including animals, crosses, seals, coins, & c. 18th inst., an 18 ct. hunter keyless watch, No. 47739, centre seconds, flat crystal glass; 1 gold curb chain, with siler sovereign case attached. Information to the Chief Constable, Bath. 5 TA FFORDSHIRE. 68.— Lichfield [ County).— 15th inst.,. a safety bicycle, " Osborne" make, 28 in. wheels, black enamelled gold lines, usual parts plated, Osborne tyres, rat trap pedals, Bowden brakes, black iron mudguards, lined gold, " J. Henkin, Cycle Maker, Shenstone " on front fork and front slanting bar, nickel plated pump, black enamelled oil lamp ( minus back reflector) attached. Information to Supt. Oakden, Lichfield. 69 — Longton ( County).— 10th or 11th inst. a lady's 18 ct. gold double chain, 10 in. long, » fancy bar, tassel at end, long links connected Dy 2 small round links; 1 pearl necklace, composed of 6 rows of pearls, gold plate at front, set brilliants, gold bars each side of neck, set about 6 brilliants each, fastens with slide. Information to Supt. Grove, Longton, SURREY. 70.— Godalming { County).— 21st inst., by burglary, a gold Talbot medal, inscription " Macte Nova Virtue Puer, A. H. Tod "; 1 gold Association Cup medal, 1880- 1881; 1 silver Charterhouse medal; 1 Jubilee sixpence; 1 gold pin; 1 old- fashioned gold hunter watch, maker Gammel, 2 pairs gold rimmed spectacles, " T. H. Doublet, Opticians, Moorgate Street, London," stamped in- side cases; 2 gold seals, coat of arms thereon; 1 Volunteer decoration, green ribbon; 1 miniature do.; 1 silver cross, inscription " A. H. Tod" and Oxford and Cambridge Arms in centre; 1 silver watch chain; 2 silver pencil cases; a quantity of trinkets. Information to Supt. Jennings, Godalming. 71. — Woking { County). — 23rd inst., a •" Popular Alder" bicycle), No. 11110, " Phillips Bros., The Alder, Aldershot" on transfer, dropped ^ handle bars, black grips, rim brakes, metal mud- guards ( front new), rubber pedals, plated rims, back wheel slightly buckled, bell ( rusty) fixed on top bar, cheap saddle. 23rd inst., at Pirbright, a new " Hudson" bicycle, No. 17392, double bail, black enamelled frame, cowhorn handle bars, rubber pedals, Bow- den brakes ( cable of back disconnected), Palmer tyres, black pump, stamped " Wallis & Co., Woking," tool bag, Brooks' saddle ( very large), acetylene gas lamp, recentlv re- enamelled and plated. Information to Supt. Marks, Woking. SUSSEX ( East). 72.— Eastbourne { Borough).— 23rd inst., a lady's gold marquise ring, nearly new, set 21 or 22 diamonds; 1 do., 14 line, 18 ct. gold keyless hunter watch, plain cases, white dial, black figures, PERSONS IN CUSTODY. . CAMBRIDGESHIRE. 54.— Cambridge { Borough).— Committed for trial at ensuing Cambridge Borough Quarter SessidMs for stealing, in January last, a " Blick " typewriter, model No. 7— WILLIAM THOMAS • DlJNROSE SUTTON, alias CHARLES BENT- LEY JOCELYN and BETHUNE, Office No. 1139- 03, age 36, height 5 ft. 9J in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, mole left cheek and right of neck. A Bankruptcy Order was made against him at Nottingham last vear, where he had carried on for some time an auctioneer's business. Latterly he has attended several markets in the Midland counties selling bulbs, roots, & c. Is believed to be wanted elsewhere. Information to the Chief Constable, Cambridge. DORSETSHIRE. 55.— Weymouth ( Borough). Committed for trial at Dorset Assizes, 11th prox., charged with stealing a diamond star brooch ( recovered)— Super- visee ELLEN WILSON, alias MARGARET SMITH, ADA MARY TERRY, LILY BLACK- BURN, MARY HALL, ELLEN WILLIAMS, MARY CLARK, and ADA MARY STERRY, Office No. 3210- 02, age 28 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes blue. Found in her possession pawntickets relating to the following property ( believed stolen), pledged between 23rd ult. and 8th insfc. at Plymouth, Devonport and Bristol: — A lady's 9 ct. gold Geneva watch, chased,, No. 39487, white fancy dial, black hands; 1 lady's 18 ct. 5- stone diamond half- hoop ring, claw setting; 1 lady's 18 ct. plain dress ring, 3 diamonds and 2 sapphires, star setting; 1 lady's contrast diamond half- hoop ring, 5 stones ( 3 white and. 2 yellow), coronet setting; 1 lady's new 18 ct. gold half- hoop ring, 5 small diamonds; 1 full set heart shape diamond pendant ( 39 diamonds set in silver or platinum), stock No,. 315, price marked " 07/-/-"; and a round diamond and turquoise brooch, about the size of a shilling, 18 diamonds set in threes, with a turquoise between each 3 diamonds. Information to the Chief Consitable, Weymouth. KENT. 56. — Canterbury { City).— Sentenced, 20th inst., to 1 month imprisonment for larceny ( apart- ments)— ALBERT JOHN CAROLAN, alias VICHON, age 47, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fresh, hair ( thin on top) dark brown, eyes hazel. A journalist; native of Marseilles. Supposed pre- viously convicted and wanted elsewhere. Information to the Chief Constable, Canterbury. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 57.— S Division. — 21st inst., a gold watch brooch, shape of Egyptian Royal crownb set in dia- monds, hook on back for watch, silver setting, size about' 1J ins. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. 60 — Broxton { County).— 15thor 16th inst., by housebreaking, at Rowton, near Chester, a small old gold watch, No. 76501, plain dial; 1 gold chain, locket attached, fastens with loop instead of bar, block and link pattern; 1 gold signet ring, set dark stone; 1 lady's gold buckle ring; 1 King George 5s. piece, far worn; 1 washleather bag containing about £ 1 10s.; 1 pair box calf boots, size 8; and £ 1— Supposed by TRAMPS. Information to Supt. Hicks, Broxton. 61 — Macclesfield { Borough,).— 14th or 15th inst., by shopbreaking, 16 rings ( 1 lady's 9 ct. blue and white stones; 1 do. 18 ct. 5- « tone diamond; 1 do., 1 diamond and 2 rubies; 1 do., 3 diamonds; 1 do., 5 diamonds, claw setting; 1 do., diamond and ruby settings; 1 lady's 15 ct., pearls and rubies; 1 22 ct. wedding, mounted with rubies and pearls; 1 18 ct. single stone, very heavy; 1 18 ct. plain gold, wedding ring style; 1 18 ct. single stone, smoke colour; 1 15 ct., set amethyst; 1 lady's 9 ct., paste setting; 1 do., 15 ct. marquise, ruby and pearls; 1 do. 9 cfc.(, diamond and 2 rubies.'; 1 do. 15 ct., pearl setting); 2 9 ct. brooches ( 1 large, 1 diamond and 2 rubies; 1 horseshoe pattern, whip across); 1 14 ct. gold filled American Waltham lever watch, " U. S. A." on front, keyless; 1 rolled gold hunter, keyless, engine turned cases; 1 9 ct., fetter link pat- tern alberft, long square and short links alter- nately; 23 wedding rings ( 20 22 ct.; 2 9 cfc.; 1 18 ct.); 7 keepers ( 2 18 ct.; 1 15 ct.; 4 9 ct.); 2 18 ct. signet rings; 1 15 ct. marquise ring; 1 lady' 6 9 ot. dress ring; 1 gold pin; 1 9 ct. gold curb albert; 1 silver albert. Information to the Chief Constable, Macclesfield, HAMPSHIRE. 62.— Alton { County).— 20th or 21st inst., a " Popular Alder " bicycle, No. 11592, 3 speed gear, 25 in. frame, enamelled black, lined green, plated rimsi, black centres, upturned handle bars, 2 roller lever brakes, rat trap pedals, Gough saddle, trans- fer " Phillip Bros., Aldershot" on head and back mudguard, Challis bell and plated carrier attached. Information to Supt. Reubeni, Alton. 63.— Petersfield { County).— Between 25th ult. and 17th inst., an old gold half hunter watch, monogram " D. C." on back, maker " D. Keys, Craven Street, London" engraved on works, 3 hands ( 2 black, 1 gold), gold hand shows Irish time, white dial, black Roman numerals. Information to Supt. WaterS|, Petersfield. KENT. Qi.— Sittingbourne { County).— 18th inst., at Rainham, a safety bicycle, " Humber" make, " Humber " transfer partly rubbed off, 2 patches on front tyre, front mudguard spliced, back mud- guard broken and tied with piece of leather lace, 2 brakes ( back one out of repair), left pedal rubber nearly worn through, small bell, spring broken, tool bag with 2 spanners and a grey cape strapped behind saddle— By A MAN, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., stout builo, complexion dark, clean shaved, peculiar face; wearing dark trousers and cap, old lace shoes. Information to Supt. Crowhurst, Sittingbourne. 2 T H E P O L I C E G A Z E T T E. TUESDAY, JUNE 2 2 , 1909. PROPERTY STOLEN ( continued) - No. 61779 or 61780, jewelled, 8 holes, nearly new; 1 plain gold safety pin brooch; and a fine gold safety chain with safety pin attached. Information to the Chief Constable, Eastbourne. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 78.— Todmorden ( County).— 22nd inst., by shopbreaking, 3 silver English lever watches, Nos. 19497, 514615, 514498; 1 do., stamped " Coventry Co- op. Manufacturing Society, No. 4915 "; 5 ladies' Silver Geneva watches, Nos. 105983, 8718, 199490, 501375, and 42177; 1 silver Waltham, No. 13543724; 1 lady's gold Geneva, No. 313882; 2 Swiss levers, Nos. 118508 and 5630291; 10 ladies' long gold guards, secret link or diamond bit pat- tern ; and about ill. Information to Supt. IIollisi Todmorden. 71.— Sheffield ( City).— Between 21st and 22nd inst., by burglary, an English lever watch, white dial, black numerals, gold pointers, " Ken- nard Riley, Darnall" inside outer case; 1 hunts- man's watch chain, comprised of horse hoof, shoes and pieces of stag horn combined with few small silver links; 1 pair of glace kid lace boots, size 7, narrow toes, patent leather toe- caps; 1 pair of girl's brown lace boots, size 10, newly soled and heeled; 2 small pocket knives, 2 blades, pearl hafts; 2 do., bone hafts; 1 razor, black bone scales, " R. Webster" on blade; 1 grey chocked vest, 4 flap pockets', far worn. 22nd inst., a " Challenge" roadster bicycle, black enamelled, green and gold lined, 25 in. drop frame, 28 in. wheel% " Ne Plus Ultra" tyres, 28 in. by li, rat trap pedals, toe- clips, 2 roller brakes, Sturmey- Archer 3- speed gear, upturned handle bars, " black celluloid grip ® , roller chain, Spark Brook saddle, transfer back mudguard and on head, diamond shaped tool bag, containing repairing outfit and 2 spanners, double chime bell. 23rd inst., by housebreaking, 11 fish knives and forks, bone handiest, engraved on blade, " E. P. S. L."; 10 dessert knives and 8 forks, pearl handles', marked " D. S." on blades and " R. D. 143384 " on ferrule at end of handles. Information to the Chief Constable, Sheffield. PROPERTY FOUND IN POSSESSION OF PRISONERS. OXFORDSHIRE. 75.— Oxford ( County).— Found in possession of SPURGEON THRUSH, who was bound over at Oxford City, 18th inst., to come up for judg- ment when called upon, who attempted to dis- pose of same:-— A bicycle, " No. 8200" on frame under seat, 24 in. frame, black enamelled, 28 in. wheels, plated rims, raised handle bars, roller lever brakes, black handle grips, right grip chipped at end, Brooks' B. ll saddle, new " Demon" lamp, 2 mud, guards, black celluloid pump, bell, " Wasp " tyres, and step on right side, cheap make, practically new. Found in possession of GEORGE DAY ( in custody), charged with false pretences at Bedford, a bicycle, black enamelled, plated rims, rat trap pedals, Bowden back brak^ rim front do., Clincher tyres ( front re- paired), front mudguard repaired, Bluemel's over " B," feathers running through, and " Peerless" on back mudguard ( see Cases No. 87, 8th January, No. 19, 5th February, 1909, and 11, 9th ult.), sup- posed stolen. Information to the Chief Constable, City Police,, Oxford. PR0PERTYJREC0YERED. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 76.— C Division. — Necklace, Case No. 61, 21st inst. ESSEX. 77— Brentwood ( County).— 2 lings, set 5 diamonds; 1 do., set 12 diamonds: 1 brilliant, which had been removed from one of the earrings ( Case No. 54, 8th January last, and thief arrested). WILTSHIRE. 78.— Swindon ( County— Bicycle, Case No. 60, 30th ult., and thief arrested. ANIMALS, _& c., STOLEN. CHESHIRE. 79.— Macclesfield ( County).— 23rd inst., at North Rode, a bay mare, half legged, 16 hands, 8 years, black mane and tail ( docked), off hind leg fired at hock for spavin, near hind fetlock white, shod with flat shoes. In good condition. Information to Supt. Downes, Macclesfield. APPREHENSIONS. 80.— Metropolitan Police District, Convict Supervision Office.— JOHN TURNER, Office No. 142- 03, Tabular Form, 7th inst., and remanded at Enfield Petty Sessions till 1st prox. for coining. 81- Metropolitan Police District, Convict Supervision Office.— GEORGE THOMPSON, Office No. 1892- 99, Tabular Form, 5th February last. 82 Metropolitan Police District, E Division.— JAMES F. LAWLER, Case No 4,12th March last. 88 — Bedfordshire, Bed ford ( Borough) — MAN, Case No. 6, 23rd ult. Si.— Cheshire, Dukinfield ( County).— HARRY PARKER, alias JAMES PILLING, Case No. 6, 21st inst., and property recovered. 85. — Cheshire, Macclesfield ( Borough).— THOMAS WELCH, Case No. 11, 27th March, llJ0S. 86.— Derbyshire, Chesterfield ( Borough).- PAYNE, Case No 10, 21st inst., at Totton, Hants, and bicycle recovered. 87. — Dorsetshire, Dorchester ( County).— ALBERT J. CAROLAN, Office No. 812- 99, Case No. 12, 23rd ult., and sentenced at Canter- bury, 20th inst, to 1 month hard labour for larceny, 88.— Essex, Brentwood ( County).— ERNEST BRUCE, Case No. 16, 18th December, 1908. so.— Gloucestershire, Bristol ( City) — ALBERT GOURD, Case No. 9, 7th inst.— JOHN NOTLEY, Office No. 1270- 06, Case No. 31, 21st inst.— JAMES RICHARDS, Case No. 15, 23rd ult. 90.— Lancashire, Liverpool ( City),— W. T. McCURDf, Case No. 25, 14th inst., at Birkenhead. 91.— Lancashire, Manchester ( City) — JOHN SMITH, Office No. 1958- 00, Case No. 26, 6th November, and Tabular Form, 4th Decem- ber, 1908, and remanded at West London Police Court, charged with being a suspected person. 92.— Lancashire, Burnley ( Borough).— WILFRED STELL, Office No. 824- 08, Case No. 28, 14tli inst 93.— Lincolnshire, Grimsby ( County) ^ NELLIE BAYIN, alias BEYAN and SYLVES- TER, Case No. 21st inst. 91. — Sussex ( East), Hastings ( Borough).— MAN, Case No. 46, 21st inst., and boots recovered. 05 — Sussex ( West), Arundel ( County).- JAMES F. LAWLER, Case No. 29,2nd ult., and remanded at Bow Street Police Court. 96 — Wiltshire, Warminster ( County) — SIDNEY PAYNE, Case No. 38, 1st January last, and committed for trial at next assizes. 97.— Wiltshire, Swindon ( County).— JOHN MURPHY, Office No. 289- 05, Case No. 50, 21st inst., and remanded for fraud. LATEST INFORMATION. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 98.— E Division. — For fraudulent conver- sion of a postal order, value 10a 6d.— GEORGE S. GOLDSMITH, alias CHARLES HENRY MARQUANDSi a Frenchman, age 40 to 45, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion sallow, hair, mous- tache, beard ( cut square), and eyes dark; wearing dark clothes, hard felt hat. A financial agent. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W, LINCOLNSHIRE. 99.— Lincoln ( City).— MICHAEL ANDER- SON, Office No. 3357- 99, Case No. 15, 7th inst. Not now wanted. 5 TA FFORDSHIRE. 100.— Sta ffo r d ( County). — GEORGE BATES, Office No. 2299- 01, Case No. 45, current issue. Not now wanted. APPREHENSIONS. 101— Metropolitan Police District, W Division. — EDWIN HENRY CRIPPS, Case No. 3, 21st inst. 102. — Dorsetshire, Sturminster Newton ( County). DAY, Case No. 11, 9th ult., at Bedford. 10S — Gloucestershire, Bristol ( City). — WILLIAM HENRY ILES DAVIES, Case No. 40, 21st August-, 1908. 104.— Lancashire, Manchester ( City) — JOSEPH BIRTLES, Office No. 2401- 99; Case No. 36, 30th ult., and sentenced, 18th inst., to 3 months hard labour. 105 - Lancashire, Blackburn ( Borough) — PATRICK WALSH, Case No. 34, 21st inst., and sentenced, 25tli inst., to 3 months imprison- ment. List of Licence Holders, Supervisees, Expirees, who have been re- apprehended, for the week ending May 22nd, 1909, with the result, etc. Division cencerned Office No. NAME. Sentence Date an I Place. Kr « sh O fence with whion charged. D. N, Y. A E. 1115- 02 K. 1271- 01 L, W, Y. 1486— 05 I), G, S. ; 1960— 99 • 2368- 01 371— 01 E G. T. Y, W. T. IF. K. X. A, L, M, W 125— 01 , » 92- 01 .522- 01 1028— 03 ( 375— 02 L1C9— 08 1891— 02 1176— 9.- CFTLNLAN, THOMAS GRANT, HENRY GREEN, FREDERICK CHARLES HART, JOHN HAYVVARD, ALBERT HORRIGAN, FRANCIS MCCARTHY, MICHAEL MCGLLLICUDDY, JOHN VIOSLEY, GRORDE THOMSON, THOMAS TIDY, THOMAS TODD, HENRY WARD, JOSEPH WILLIAMS, THOMAS 3 years p s. 12 months h. l. 6 months h. l. 5 years p. s. 12 months h. l. 3 months h. l. 3 months h. l. 3 months h. l. 5 years p. s. 9 months h. l. 18 months h. l. 20 months h. l. 18 years imprisonment 12 months h. l. 21st May, C. C. Ct. 18th May, Marlborough St. P. Ct. 30th Jan., Havant P. Sess. 20th May, C. C. Ct. 18th May, Surrey Qr. Sess. 13th May, Marlborough St. P. Ct. 20th May, Torquay P. Ct. 20th May, Sutton P. Sess. I8th May, Surrey Qr. Sess. 18th May, Kingston SLS?. • 20th May, C. C. Ct. 21st May, C. C. Ct. 10th May, Washington, USA. 10th May, Guildhall P. Ct. liu- convicted in N. m e an'l Illusion Name of of Officer. Larceny P. of C. Act THOMAS JOHNSON Same Name Failing to report Same Name Larceny ALFRED BAKER Burglary Same Name Fraud Same Name] Rogue & vagabond Drunk & c Larceny Same Name Sane Name GEORGE BROWN Larceny Laiceny Same Name Same Name Wounding Same Name Burglary P. of C. Act JOHN DAVIS TED MCCARTHY P. S. Allen and P. S. Buxton, C. I. D., F. P. C. Seymour and P. C. Dyer, C. I. D., D. P. C. Dawson, 178E ; also P. S. Budge, C I D E P. d Rose, O. I. D., V ; also P. S. West, C. I. D., C. P. S. Heniy and P. S. Grey, C. I. D., C. P. C. Greenaway, 84WR. P. C. Pewsey, 254T; also P. S. Long, C. I. D., V. P. S. Read, C. I. D., K ; also P. C. Seal, 133K, P. C. Stone, 492X ; a'so P. C. Graham, 48XR. Det. Pryer, City. : t,< » NJ02P PBWTED FOR Hts MAJESir's 3RANOXEHY QFFIQB BY J. J, KEUHEB 4 . tir » ., CfH\ rS>, HOUSE, KIHQSWMV, W. O.; 33, WILLIAM STREET, E C.; AND MARSHAISEA WORKS, S, E. 7S91?