GAZETTE PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, JULY 9, 1909. VOL. XXVI., No. 2664. 2. 1. Alt communications for insertion in the POLICE GAZETTE, and all communications relating to them, should be addressed to THE EDITOR OF THE POLICE GAZETTE, NEW SCOTLAND YARD, LONDON, S. W. 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. 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. 5. Portraits of persons whose apprehension is sought for serious offences, and engravings of stolen property, will be inserted at a cost of 7s. per portrait, and of 5s. per photograph or sketch of a stolen article, unless the article is large or unusually intricate, when the engraver's charge will range from 5s. to 10s. A remittance of 5s. should be made in the first instance for cost of engraving sketches. Every announcement, if for the apprehension of a person, must be guaranteed by the signature of an officer of not less rank than Superintendent; and if the name of such person is required to be inserted and no warrant, is in force against him, the requisition must be signed by the chief officer of police, or his immediate deputy, of the county, citu, or borough, a s the case may be. Announcements concerning stolen property must be guaranteed by an officer of not less rank than Inspector, or analogous thereto. 6. 7. 8. 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. 9. The force which causes particulars concerning delinquents or stolen property to be inserted in the POLICE GAZETTE, must, on their apprehension or recovery, at once transmit to the Editor notice of the fact, referring to the number of the announcement, for insertion in the next issue. 10. In all cases the officer signing the request for the insertion of any announcement will be ivholly responsible for any proceedings which may result from such publication. 11. Announcements for the Friday issue should be forwarded so as to be received not later than noon on Wednesday, and for the Tuesday edition not later than Saturday morning. They must be clearly written on one side of the paper only ; they must be in the usual form , and accompanied by a covering letter. 12. All payments must be in advance, either at the office, New Scotland Yard, by Postal Order, or by Post Office Order, payable at Parliament Street Post Office. 13. The Space being limited, announcements concerning " Missing Persons" are only accepted on payment, but insertion in the next or any subsequent issue cannot be guaranteed. The charge for such insertion { if accepted) will be given on application. 14. 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. Thti composition of the Friday No. of the " Police Gazette" will he found arranged for easy reference as fol- lows s— ( a) Regulations at top of first page. ( h) 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. ( d) Property Stolen. ( 1.) Metropolitan Police District. ( 2.) Counties. ( 3.) Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged in alphabetical order. 2.— Any additional copies of the GAZETTE beyond the number at present supplied will be forwarded on application in the form set forth in circular of the 7th of November, 1883. 3.— It is particularly requested that any complaints as to the non- delivery or of irregularity in the date of delivery of the POLICE GAZETTE, may be at once notified to the Editor. SPECIAL NOTICE. IDENTIFICATION OF PRISONERS. THE EDITOR requests that Chief Officers of Police, when forwarding for identification by the Metro- politan Police the Photographs and descriptive forms of Persons in custody, will please see that the specific offence is stated, e. g. :— Stealing £ 1,000 from bank; stealing pair of boots from shop door; stealing bale of silk, van unattended, & c., & c. This may often prove a ready means of recognition, and Judges have recently complained of the absence of such particulars in dealing with previous convictions. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 1 Convict Supervision Office.— RICHARD DARRELL, Office No. 1817- 02, Case j No. 1, 4th ult., not now wanted. 2.- Convict Supervision Office.— For failing to report— Licence holder THOMAS STRATTON, Office No. 304- 05, age 42, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown ( thin), eyes blue, woman and flags right, bust of woman, tree and rose left forearm. A plumber, native of New Southgate. Sentenced at Middlesex Sessions, 13th April, 1907, to 3 years penal servitude and 3 years supervision for larceny. Licensed 25th May, 1909. h 231. 3 — A Division.— HARRY COURTNEY, alias JORDAN, Case No. 2, 27th March, 1908. Not now wanted. Warrant withdrawn. 4.— C Division.— For stealing 8 drilled pearls, weighing 99f grs., 8 do., 83f grs., 9 do., 81 \ grs., in one bunch, greenish colour, slightly tinted, pretty clean; 1 round drilled pearl, 33] grs., 1 do., 21$ grs.; 1 big button do., 57$ grs., perfect shape, tinted but not dark, clean; 9 big drilled do., 112] grs., brownish rose tint, clean; 1,694 pearls made up as dog collar, with barettes in paper to separate the pearls, 1,212 grs., fine white goods and round; 1 drilled pearl, 22$ grs., 7 do., 108 grs., 9 do., 95$ grs., big, good colour, cheaper grade goods, in bunch ; 8 drilled pearls, 126j grs., average 15* 81 ; 9 do., 99| grs., average 11- 02, big pearls of good colour, in bunch; 1 drilled pearl, 16$ grs., 5 do., 65^ grs., average 13- 05, 6 do., 60$ grs., average 10- 02, in bunch, good colour; 3 drilled pearls, 75$ grs., average 25- 29, on silk string; 1 undrilled pearl, 27$ grs., good colour, very slight tint; 8 drilled pearls, 59f grs. ; 9 do., 54£ grs.; 9 do., 42$ grs.; 21 do., 76£ grs.; 12 do., 30f grs., in 1 j bunch, good colour ; 1 drilled pearl, 15 grs.; 71 drilled pearls, 246$ grs., strung as necklace, blue pearls, good white colour, clean, round, good graduation; 69 drilled pearls, weighing 255£ grs., strung as neck- lace, good colour and good graduation; 1 drilled pearl, 20 grs.; 1 drilled pearl, 46 grs., blue, some ; reddish- looking parts in this pearl as happens with blue pearls; 1 drilled pearl, 19| grs., fine and round ; 1 drilled pearl, 19f grs., very fine skin and round ; 1 drilled pearl, 17J grs., very fine skin and round; 1 drilled pearl, 16 grs., fine skin and round; 2 fine matched button pearls, fine Oriental colour, 54| grs., mounted as earrings in gold; 1 extra button pearl, 22] grs., fine skin; 1 extra button pearl, 24$ grs.; 51 drilled pearls, 383J grs,; 81 do., 537$ grs.; 28 do., 162| grs., these were put up as bunch, and are of fine white colour, very lustrous, and fine round shapes; 97 pearls in a very little graduated necklace, white colour, weighing together 194] grs.; 75 pearls, same quality, 209f grs.; 76 pearls, 226£ grs., about same quality; 4 pearls on little string, 36g grs., slightly tinted; 2 pearls on little string, 32] grs., brightly tinted ; 1 drilled white pearl on string, 19fgrs; 1 absolutely white drilled pearl, 23 grs.; 1 do., 25 grs.; 1 white, pinkish speck, button pearl, 29 § grs.; 1 big cat's- eye, about 25 to 27 cts., in diamond mounting; 1 pink pearl, oval shape, drilled on bottom, 27$ grs. ; 1 fine black button pearl, 36f grs. ; 1 Navette brilliant, brown colour, 14i| cts.; 1 pearl pin, white drop shape, 8-]- grs. 1 drop pearl pin, slightly tinted, 12 grs.; 1 black pearl, button shape, 6] grs.; 1 drilled pearl, greenish, flat on one side, 5f grs.-; 1 pear shape pearl pin, rose colour, 14 grs.; 1 drilled pearl, round and white, 11$ grs. ; 1 round rose pearl, 11 grs.; 1 round undrilled pearl, flat on one side, 19 grs.; 1 ring, com- posed of pink diamond, slightly spotted, and 2 white rose diamonds ; 21 fine sapphire cabochons, 73£ cts.; 6 button pearls, rose tinted, 36 grs.; 6 do., 31$ grs.; 10 do., 41$ grs.; 73 pearls on string, forming a neck- lace, rose white, 283| grs. ; 7 star rubies, 17] $ cts.; 2 button pearls, mounted gold as studs ( 1 white, 1 black), each 19 grs., in dark pinkish case; 2 Austra- lian pearl drops, very fine and well matched, 33 § grs.; 1 fine button pearl, drilled on flat side, 34 grs.; 1 fine round Oriental pearl; 7 cat's- eyes, 18 ct.; 2 white American pearls, mounted in gold as a pair of flat earrings, weighing together 105 grs.; 1 American egg- shaped pearl, rose white, perfectly clean; 8 cat's- eyes, good colour, 18$ cts.; 1 cut sapphire, 5$ cts.; 1 pair shaped yellow tinted pearl; 1 Australian button pearl, skin broken on one side; 1 rose white drilled pearl, 26f grs., ordinary quality; 1 rose drilled pearl, much cracked, 25 J grs. ; 1 drilled pearl, slightly tinted, 17f grs. ; 1 drilled tinted pearl, 17 grs.; 5 pearls, mounted in gold as studs; 3 pearl studs ( lst about 10 grs., 2nd and 3rd about 16 grs.); 3 drilled pearls on string, 43f grs. ; 2 drilled tinted pearls, 24$ grs.; 4 yellow tinted drilled pearls on string, 48 grs. ; 1 rose tinted drilled pearl, 13 grs.; 1 per- fectly round very white specimen drilled pearl, 19] grs.; 5 strings drilled pearls ( 1 containing 17 pearls, 139$ grs.; 1 18 pearls, 126] grs.; 1 19 pearls, 120$ grs.; 1 20 pearls, 108$ grs.; 1 22 pearls, 9- 1] gr.) all round, very white, and of good quality ; 5 strings of drilled pearls ( 1 containing 17 pearls, 162^ grs.; 1 18 pearls, 132$ grs.; 1 19 pearls 125$ grs.; 1 19 pearls, 110 grs. ; 1 21 pearls, 105 grs.), all very white, round, and of good quality; 4 strings round dark tinted pearls ( 1 single pearl, 30 £ grs.; 1 5 pearls, 112f grs.; 1 7 pearls, 130$ grs.; 1 6 pearls, 89 grs.); 2 pear shaped, well matched, drilled on one side, one very white and very clean, the other very fine and white but slightly marked by a circle on the top; 1 parcel containing 5 packets very white button- shaped Australian pearls ( 1 packet contained 3 pearls, 42f grs.; 1 7 pearls, 69f grs.; 1 9 pearls, 65$ grs.; 1 34 pearls, 149] grs.; 1 92 pearls, 195 § grs.); 4 pearl necklaces, minus snap ( 1 81 pearls, 218$ grs.; 1 83 pearls, 232$ grs. ; 1 79 pearls, 227f grs.; 1 89 pearls, 175f grs.), all very rose white, with large graduation; 2 French notes for 1,000 francs each; and 5 £ 10 Bank of England notes, Nos. K over 15 50137, 50139- 42, dated 14th April, 1908— TWO MEN: lst, age about 30, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion and moustache dark; dress, blue serge suit, black hard felt hat. 2nd, age about 40, height 5 ft. 10 or 11 in., broad shoulders, complexion fair, full face, cloan shaved, flat crooked nose, appearance of an American; dress, light grey suit, round soft grey felt hat. • 265 T H E P O L I C E G A Z E T T E. FRIDAY, JUNE 18, 1909. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued).— 5.—- T Division.— For embezzling 18s. 9d.—• ALFRED COLLYER, age about 26 ( looks younger), height about 5 ft. 6 in., slight build, complexion fair, thin features, hair light brown, quick and alert actions ; dress, dark suit, and cap. A cycle maker, native of Maidenhead. Warrant issued. • 6.— v Division.— For obtaining a horse by worthless cheque— BENJAMIN FIELD, aged 35, height 5 ft. 11 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes hazel; dress, dark tweed jacket suit, hard hat. A native of Thame, Oxford. Warrant issued. 7.— W Division.— For stealing 8s. 10£ d., 12th ult.— ALBERT EDWARD MASTERS, age 48, height 4 ft. 10 in., complexion sallow, hair dark ( turning grey), eyes brown ; dress, dark tweed suit, dark peak cap, lace boots. A servant; native of London. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BEDFORDSHIRE. ti.— Bedford ( Borough).— For stealing from his lodgings, 5th inst., a silver albert, heavy curb pattern, silver medal oval in centre attached; 1 lady's 9 ct. gold dress ring ( repaired), set about 12 small diamonds; 1 do. keeper, set moonstones, Indian pat- tern ; 1 pair 18 ct. gold earrings, old fashioned; 9 ct gold signet ring, set square light blue stone, gold broken away from edge of stone on both sides— — JOHNS ( supposed false), age about 27, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion swarthy, high receding forehead, hair dark, clean shaved, eyes blue- grey ; of good address; dress, brown suit, cap and boots, brown tie with small green flower, wearing a double gold- colour chain. States he had been employed at Euston and Birmingham. Information to the Chief Constable, Bedford. BERKSHIRE. 9.— Ciewer\( Connty).— For failing to surrender to their bail, charged with larceny— EDGAR WADE, age 49, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fresh, hair dark, eyes brown, cut left thumb, very bow- legged ; dress black serge mourning suit. A native of Yorkshire. ANNIE PHILLIPINE WADE, age 50, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fair, hair brown, eyes grey, walks badly, appears to be flat- footed; wearing black clothing. A native of Clewer. Supposed to be at a seaside resort. Warrants issued. Information to Supt. Holding, Clewer. 10 - Maidenhead ( County).— For obtaining 48 lbs. of strawberries by false pretences, 4th inst.— Licence- holder ARTHUR BELCHER, alias ARTHUR ERNEST BECKETT and ARTHUR WHITMAN, Office No. 1002- 05, age 29, height 5 ft. 7 in., com- plexion fresh, hair black, eyes grey, scar corner right eye, back of neck, and two back of head, has a habit of biting his finger nails; dress, blue serge suit and cap. A native of Newbury. He hires a horse and cart, obtains a quantity of fruit by false pre- tences, which he sells cheap, and then decamps. Will also probably dispose of the horse and cart and commence similar operations in another district. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Davies, Maidenhead 11.— Reading ( Borough).— For stealing from their lodgings a piccolo ( recovered) and a walking stick— NORMAN HALL, age 20, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion ruddy, clean shaved, eyes blue, prominent nose; dress shabby dark mixture suit, green cap, supposed brown boots; GEORGE BROWN, age 28 to 30, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., stout build, complexion fresh, moustache light, large teeth, lump on left side of neck ; dress shabby dark suit, hard felt hat, button boots. They took lodgings 19th ult., stated they were travelling with samples for the Globe Metal Polish Co., and were waiting for their manager. Absconded 21st ult. Information to the Chief Constable, Reading. BUCKINGHA MS HI RE. 12.— Ghesham ( County).— For stealing 10th ult., a bicycle ( recovered)— EDWARD CHARLES JUPP, age 25 to 30, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., com- plexion ruddy, hair dark brown, tattooed botli arms; drees blue coat, light trousers and cap. A painter, native of Crayford, Kent. Has served in the 7th Dragoon Guards, and was discharged from the Army Reserve on conviction of similar offences at Rye and Ilaywards Heath, Sussex. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Trevener, Chesham. CHESHIRE. 13.— Birkenhead ( County). — For house- breaking at Heswall, 21st ult., and stealing a watch and chain ( recovered)— LORNE NORRALL, alias DENNIS MORRALL, age 40 to 50, height about ft. 11 in., slight build, complexion sallow, long face, Roman nose, hair dark, moustache ( curled at ends) brown, cut mark left breast, rash on body; dress, dark vicuna coat and vest, dark rough serge trousers, dark grey cap, new shoes, black tie, of military appearance. A painter. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Sutherland, Birkenhead. 14.— Broxton ( County).— For obtaining 16s. by false pretences— J. H. JOYCE ( correct name believed W. KING), age about 45, height 6 ft., hair and slight moustache dark; dress, brown jacket suit, red tie, brown bowler hat, of smart appearance. Represented that he was agent for a tea and coffee merchant, London. Obtained an order and received the above amount as deposit. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hicks, Broxton. 15.— Macclesfield ( County).— For house- breaking, and stealing £ 12 5s— HARRY BAXTER, alias BINDER, age 40 to 45, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 ins., complexion fair, hair light brown, eyes blue, addicted to drink; dress, dark suit, thin muffler, dark cap, light boots. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Downes, Macclesfield. CUMBERLAND. IQ.— Cockermouth ( County).— For failing to report— Licence- holder LAVONA NERO, alias DONALD DUEVEANA, JOHN LEMIN, and WILLIAM TAYLOR, Office No. 1025- 06, age 38, height 5 ft. 2f in., complexion fresh, hair black ( thin), eyes blue, left ear deformed, bust of man right, " DYU," bird, flowers, horseshoe, dagger and dots left forearm. A pavement artist, native of Leicestershire. Sentenced at Lincoln Assizes, 22nd November, 1894, to 15 years penal servitude for rape. Liberated on 2nd licence, 30th March, 1909. U 500. May be dealt with where found. Information to Supt. Illingworth, Cockermouth. ESSEX. 17.— Braintree ( County).— For stealing from his lodgings, 20th ult., a lady's silver watch, keyless, gold knob for winding, chased back, plain ring in centre, L. E. scratched in ring on back, gold hands; 1 lady's silver chain, plain long links; 1 black silk watch chain, silver snap; 1 gold brooch, shape of a butterfly; 1 gold curb bracelet, padlock attached, with chain ; and 10s. Id.— A MAN, age 24 to 26, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., slight build, complexion fresh, hair inclined to auburn, believed clean shaved, wrinkles on forehead; dress, brown suit and boots, dark grey cap. Information to Supt. Terry, Braintree. 18.— Chelmsford ( Comity).— For embezzling £ 4 17s. 7d. between 15th and 22nd ult., at Ingate- stone— WILLIAM HORSNELL, age 30, height 5 ft. 8^ in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, moustache light brown, eyes grey, flat feet, walks badly, some toes missing from one foot; dress, dark suit, long dark overcoat, black bowler hat, lace boots. Fond of company aud music, plays the violin. A journeyman butcher, native of Hatfield Feverel. Is believed to have been previously convicted at Walthamstow. Absconded 22nd ult. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Chelmsford. 19.— Grays ( County).— For housebreaking at Stifford, 16th ult., and stealing a dark overcoat, much worn, black bone buttons, 1 jacket and vest with green stripes, about ^ in. apart, makers " C. West wood aud Sons, High Street, Grays," on tab of jacket. 2 caps( 1 green, 1 light)- ALFRED WILLIAM ELLIS, age 32, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes grey ; woman, shamrock, thistle and rose right forearm, small mole right cheek, bullet wound right buttock and back of left knee, sunflower and pot left forearm, left instep has been broken. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Jordan, Grays. 20.— Saffron Walden ( County).— For obtaining by false pretences, 29th ult., 2 boy's suits; 2 boy's green jerseys, 1 do. cap, 2 pairs do. boots, sizes 3 and 4; 2 pairs men's light lace boots, sizes 6 and 7 ; 2 pairs of children's boots, size 8( 1 pair brown, 1 black)— CLAYDEN, alias RUSE, and SALMON, age about 40, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 ins., complexion pale, hair dark brown, supposed a long red scar on neck; dress, navy blue tailor- made costume, Norfolk jacket, large round black hat, trimmed with bunches of cherries. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hailstone, Saffron Walden. 21.— Southend" on- Sea ( County). — For stealing from his lodgings, between 30th ult. and 2nd inst., a pair of braces, £ 16, and 2 Jubilee shillings— A MAN, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 1 in., slight build, complexion fresh, hair and eyes dark, broad forehead, thick lower lip, protudes, lame right leg; dress, dark reefer suit, black neckerchief with red stripes, dark cap, lace boots, carried a cherry wood stick. Stated he was a barman. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Pryke, Southend- on- Sea. GL OUCES TERSHIRE. 22.— Cheltenham ( County).— For Stealing 8th ult., a table- cloth ( recovered) — JOHN BEACCHAMP, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 7± iu. stout build, hair ( cut close) light, clean shaved of good address, very talkative, slightly bow- legged- dress dark grey jacket and vest, dark brown trousers' with squares, cap or bowler hat, patent leather shoes' A dock labourer, but was employed here, as canvasser for a laundry. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hopkins, Cheltenham. 23 .— Staple Hill ( County).— For escaping from Brentry Inebriate Reformatory, 27th ult — MICHAEL MURPHY, age 42, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion pale, hair dark brown, eyes blue, scar left knee; dress, light coat and cap, cord trousers heavy nailed boots. A native of Coventry. Sentenced to 3 years at the Reformatory at Coventry on 24th May, 1909. ' Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Cooke, Staple Hill. 24 — Bristol ( City).— For stealing, 29th ult., a blue suit with narrow white stripes, fall front trousers lined, " Bush and Mansfield, Bath," on tab of coat • 1 large silk muffler, green ground with yellow flowers • 1 white silk handkerchief marked " R. B." in ink; and 9s. 6d. JOHNSON, age about 40, height 5 ft. 7 in., rather slight build, long face, freckled, hair and moustache grey, small hole left side of jaw, with small fleshy lump protruding, Midland accent; dress, brown coat, darns at back, dark brown cord trousers, green cap, black and white check handkerchief, brown boots, blacked. He represented that his brother was a foreman in the employ of the National Telephone Company, obtained the clothes and money on the pretence that his brother could find him employment. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, Bristol. HAMPSHIRE. 25.— Fareham ( County).— For leaving his wife and children chargeable to the Fareham Union— JOHN WALTER BREWER, age 38, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion dark, hair dark brown, turning grey, eyes blue, eagle tattooed on chest, Japan woman on each shoulder, dragon left leg, bunch of flowers right leg; dress, blue serge jacket, black vest and trousers, green baize belt with army buckle, blue cap, blue, yellow and white muffler, heavy nailed boots. A native of Titchfield. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Carman, Fareham. 26.— Portsmouth ( Borough).— For stealing, 1st inst., a lady's marquise ring, set sapphire sur- rounded with diamonds; 1 do. gold dress ring, set 3 large opals and diamonds; 1 do. gold ring, bamboo pattern, set 3 diamonds; 1 gold cluster ring, set pearl in centre surrounded with diamonds ( 1 diamond missing) and about £ 9 16s.— KATE TAYLOR, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 1 in., complexion sallow, long face, hair and eyes dark, prominent teeth ( one missing), plausible manner, of Maltese appearance; dress, black coat and skirt or black serge dress, black toque hat. A domestic servant. May be found at a Salvation Army Home. Information to the Chief Constable, Portsmouth. HER TFORDSHIRE. 27.— Hertford ( County).— For attempted high- way robbery, 2nd inst., at Bramfield— ARTHUR REED, age 27, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes blue; dress, light suit, green and white muffler, black cap, light lace boots. A labourer, native of Bramfield. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Foster, Hertford. 28.— St. Albans ( County).— For leaving his wife and children chargeable to the St. Albans Union — GAVIN BROWNING PATON, age 33 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 10 or 11 in., complexion fresh, hair ( thick and curly) black, eyes ( full) dark blue, nods his head when walking, addicted to drink, an inveterate cigarette smoker. A school teacher. Warrant issued. Information to Reed, County Police Office, St. Albans. KENT. 29.— Folkestone ( Borough).— For embezzle- ment.— GEORGE COLLINS, age 36, height 5 ft. 8 in., thin face, hair ( turning grey) and moustache brown, eyes blue, red scar bridge of nose; dress, brown coat and vest, lighter colour trousers, dark cap. Absconded 22nd ult. May endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Folkestone. 30.— Rochester ( City).— For stealing £ 3 10s. from their lodgings 3rd inst.— A MAN, age about 40, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., stout build, clean shaved; dress, blue serge suit, white straw hat, carried a cherry- wood stick. A WOMAN ( supposed wife of above), age about 50, tall, stout build, thick lips, hair dark, large crooked nose ; dress, blue blouse with dark blue FRIDAY, JUNE 18, 1909. THE POLICE GAZETTE. 266 PORTRAITS OF PERSONS WANTED. SURREY. 3 i— Chertsey ( County).— For failing to surrender to his bail at Surrey Assizes, 24th ult., charged with attempted carnal knowledge of two girls under the age of 13 years— JAMES THOMAS WHITE, age 45, height 5 ft. in., complexion fair, METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 31- A Division.— For embezzling £ 100, 16th March last— WILLIAM ALBERT SMITH, age 50, height 5 ft. 8 in., stout build, complexion fresh, hair ( bald on top) brown, turning grey, eyes grey, addicted to drink; dress, grey tweed' jacket suit, black hard felt hat. A cashier, native of Dulwich. Other defalcations have been discovered, and a number of stolen banknotes have been changed in Bristol, Reading, and other towns by a woman, supposed in company of Smith. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. LANCASHIRE. 33.— Manchester ( City).— For knowingly circulating and publishing a false prospectus of a public company, trading as Wilier and Riley, Ltd., butter factors— JULIUS WILLER, age 50 to 52, height about 5 ft. 8 in., broad shoulders, complexion fairly clear, hair ( thin on top) and moustache clipped, dark, turning grey, short side whiskers, may now be clean shaved, dark eyes, twitches muscles of cheeks, slight foreign accent; dress, navy blue lounge suit, hard black hat, wears glasses. A native of Austria, but has resided in England about _ 30 years. He was managing director of the above firm. Has a knowledge of several languages, may seek refuge on the continent, and employment in connec- tion with the importation of dairy produce. Absconded in December last, and has visited London and Brighton. Warrant issued. If found out of the United Kingdom, extradition process Vill be applied for. Information to the Chief Constable, Manchester. SHROPSHIRE. 3Q.— Pontesbury ( County).— WILLIAM L. GRIFFITHS, Office No. 1015- 05, Case No. 64, 2nd inst., not now wanted for robbery. STAFFORDSHIRE. 37.— Burslem ( County).— For stealing at Bucknall, 1st inst., a horse, trap and harness ( recovered)— GEORGE LOVATT, age 19 or 20, height 5 ft. 6 in., slight build, complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes blue, diseased hip, walks lame ; dross, blue check jacket and vest, flaps to jacket pockets, horse shoe shape buttons on each flap, tight fitting trousers, large peak cap, heavy lace boots. A native of Bucknall. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Supt. Hicklin, Burslem. SUFFOLK ( West). 38.— Boxford ( County).— For embezzling £ 2 19s. 4£ d.— ALFRED PARTRIDGE, age 45, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion swarthy, hair and moustache dark, turning grey. Late assistant overseer for Hitcham. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Supt. Peake, Boxford, or to Inspector Watling, Hadleigh. SUSSEX ( East). 39.— Hastings ( Borough).— For stealing from ! boarding houses, 30th ult. and 1st inst., a ladys open face gold watch, glass cracked ( makers, Savory and Sons, London); 1 do.; 1 white metal Waterbury watch, white face ; 1 fine gold neckchain, link pattern ; 1 pair do. eye- glasses, old fashioned; 1 gold brooch, 1 round, garnet in centre; 1 do., in. long, plain; 32.— Bristol { City).— For forging and uttering a banker's cheque, 21st May last— FREDERICK LUDLOW, age 46, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes grey, scar second joint left little finger. An author and journalist, native of Birmingham. He obtains money for copies of his book, " Tales and Sketches of Old and New Bristol," and for advertisements to appear therein. Previously convicted at Bristol and Abingdon of obtaining money by false pretences and fraudulently collecting alms. Absconded 7th ult. Warrant issued. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued).— stripes, dark skirt, large white hat, white feather boa and gloves. They left behind a white handkerchief, " C. Dudley " in ink thereon. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Rochester. GL OUCES TERSHIRE. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, Bristol. full face, hair light brown, eyes blue. A labourer. Has served in the Rifle Brigade and Royal Reserve. Is known at Guildford, Wensley, Derbyshire, and Bradford- on- Avon. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hackman, Chertsey. LEICES TERSHIRE. 35.— Market Harborough ( County).— For obtaining food and lodging by fraud, and stealing jewellery ( recovered), supposed— BERT WALDRON, age 30 to 35, height about 5 ft. 7 in., complexion pale, hair ( very long and bushy) and moustache dark; dress, black frock coat and trousers, silk hat, black tie, patent leather shoes. He passes in different names as an American doctor, lectures in halls, and occasionally takes parts on the stage. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Market Harborough. 2 T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. TUESDAY, JUNE 22, 1909. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued) — 1 do., shape of hunting crop, set 3 diamonds; 1 do., plain, oblong, 2 in. long; 1 do., oval, chased round edge; 1 paste do., arrow shape; 1 imitation gold necklace, set blue stones; 1 lady's do. albert, links ( some damaged) joined together with gold wire; 1 lady's gold ring, 2 hearts joined together on top, set rubies and pearls; 1 black leather purse, and £ 3 lis. 6d.— A MAN, age 20 to 24, height 5 ft. 2 in. to 4 in., hair and slight moustache dark; dress, dark lounge suit ( no vest), black or blue long tie, white straw hat or grey cap. Appearance of a foreign waiter. Carried a small cane. Information to the Chief Constable, Hastings. WILTSHIRE. 40.— Swindon ( County).— For stealing about £ 1 10s. from his lodgings, 26th ult.,— A MAN, age about 32, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fair, hair and moustache dark brown ; dress, grey jacket, sup- posed blue fancy vest, grey breeches, brown gaiters and boots. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Swindon. WO ROES TERSHIRE. 41.— Evesham ( County).— For fraudulently converting £ 58 4s. 9d. to his own use.— ARTHUR WILLIAM EATON, age 33, height 5 ft. 6| in., com- plexion fresh, hair and moustache light brown, eyes blue, aquiline nose ; dress, brown suit and boots, black hard hat. He was formerly employed as a wine and spirit merchant's traveller at Gloucester. Ab- sconded 29th ult., at which time he was licensee of a public- house at Elmley Castle. Warrant issued. 42.— Evesham ( County).— For indecent assault. — JOHN MORRIS, age 70, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., hair ( bald on top) and side whiskers grey, stoops slightly; dress, black jacket and vest, brown trousers with white stripes, grey and green mixture cap, black tie with red spots, strong lace boots. A market gardener. Absconded 8th ult. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Cope, Evesham. 43.— Sparkhill ( County).— For warehouse- breaking and receiving, and failing to appear to his recognizances at Quarter Sessions, 28th ult.— GEORGE WILLIAM CLARK, age 37, height 6 ft., complexion pale, hair brown, eyes blue. A metal dealer and caster. Native of Glasgow. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Supt. Sherriff, Sparkhill. YORKSHIRE ( East Riding). 44.— Hull ( City).-— For larceny ( lodgings)— GEORGE ECOTT,' age about 47, height about 5 ft. 7 in., hair and moustache turning grey, large nose; dress, dark grey jacket and vest, blue trousers, green tie, brown cap. A labourer, supposed a native of Bath or Salisbury. Is believed to have been employed with a travelling circus, and may seek employment at railway stations or commercial hotels as a relief porter. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, Hull. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 45. — Pontefract ( County). — JOSEPH FIELDING, Case No. 58, 5th October, 1906. Warrant withdrawn. Property recovered. 46.— Dewsbury ( Bcrrmgh). — For failing to report — Licence- holder GILBERT BLAYMIRE, alias JOHN BURTON, HALL and WILSON, Office No. 1013- 98, age 40, height 5 ft. 6£ in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, scar bridge of nose. A plasterer, native of Dewsbury. Sentenced at Lincoln Quarter Sessions, 21st October, 1904, to 5 years penal servitude for housebreaking. Licensed 7 th Sep- tember, 1908, e 436. May be dealt with where found. - • Information to the Chief Constable, Dewsbury. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. blade, scar left forefinger, palm of left hand, scar base of right thumb and on lst and 2nd right fingers; dress, grey suit, black bowler hat. A native of Cardiff. JOHN HOWARD, alias GEORGE GOOD- SON, KENNEDY, STEPHENS, and HARRIS, age 44, height 5 ft. 2| in., complexion fresh, hair auburn, eyes brown, scar back of little and right ring fingers, back of head and neck, mole back of head and over right nipple, H and 3 dots left arm, half ring back of lst and 3rd left fingers, brown mark left side ; dress, black suit. A native of Kingsland. GEORGE HARRIS, alias LOUIS GOLDSTEIN, age 36, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair black, eyes brown, scar right side of forehead, wears glasses, dot back of right forearm; dress, grey suit and cap. A native of London. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Glou- cester. HEREFORDSHIRE. ± 8.— Hereford ( City)-— Remanded till 12th inst., charged with obtaining food and lodgings by false pretences and found in a room with intent to commit a felony— FREDERICK SWIFT, age 23, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes brown, scar under left cheek bone, over left eyebrow, right wrist and front of left shin, one front upper tooth missing; S. H. indistinct inside right forearm; dress, dark mixture suit, brown cap, cyclist's touring badge, heart shape, " Stafford, C. E. W. and C. C." thereon in front, white flannel collar with green stripes, chocolate colour tie with green stripes, light lace boots. States he is a native of Evesham, Worcester. Information to the Chief Constable, Hereford. SURREY. 49 - Woking ( County).— Remanded till 12th inst., charged with fraud— GERTRUDE STREET, alias ADA COCKS, ROWAN, HOWARD, WILLIS, STREETER, and TUCKER, age 28, height, 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, square face, high cheek bones, flat nose, hair dark brown, eyes bluish grey, mole right cheek, pock marks over left eye; dress, brown costume, white blouse with lace front, black straw hat trimmed chiffon, button boots, pen- dant containing photograph of a girl on brass chain around neck. She obtains from registry offices the names of persons requiring servants, then calls upon the persons and obtains money for the purpose of pay- ing her railway fare, and subsequently writes declining the situations. A domestic servant, native of Frimley. Information to Supt. Marks, Woking. SUSSEX ( East). 50.— Hailsham ( County).— Sentenced lst inst. to 1 months imprisonment for stealing a bicycle— THOMAS JOHN EVANS, alias HENRY JONES, age 21, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair, moustache, and slight whiskers ginger,- eyes hazel, scar right eyebrow, clasped hands and T. E. right fore- arm, anchor, T. E. and 4 dots left forearm; dress, brown mixture jacket and vest, grey- striped trousers, cap, lace boots. Sentenced at Essex Assizes, 17th June, 1905, to 6 months imprisonment for house- breaking and larceny. Information to Supt. Willard, Hailsham. PROPERTY STOLEN. GL OUCES TERSHIRE. 47.— Gloucester ( County).— Committed for trial at Quarter Sessions 16th inst., charged with picking pockets — JOSEPH DAYIS, alias GEORGE JAMESON, LEVI, TOBIAS, MURPHY, DOUGLAS, and DOLAN, age 41, height 4 ft. llf in., complexion fair, hair brown, eyes grey, mole and scars back of neck, blue spot right shoulder METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 51.— V Division.— 2 silver snuff boxes, antique; 3 do. pepper boxes ; 1 silver scent bottle ; 1 glass scent bottle, silver top; 1 silver punch bowl; 4 salt cellars and spoons; 1 set meat carvers, heavily chased ends and collars; 1~ set poultry carvers, heavily chased ends and collars ; 1 set of fish carvers ; 2 silver coasters, " S " in centre of each ; 1 silver cup, 12 in. high, grape pattern ; 2 silver tea caddies, ship on one; 1 silver candlestick, dragoon edges; 1 glass cloth, Lille Parker in red cotton; 1 small silver clock, set tortoise shell: 4 silver dishes, 1 with handle ; 1 grape dish with scissors; 1 punch glass, silver top ; 1 silver inkstand, boat shape ; 7 dessert knives and forks, mother o' pearl handles; 1 silver lid of butter dish, cow lying down thereon; 1 silver match box, filigree pattern; 1 silver mustard pot, Georgian pattern; 3 silver serviette sings, engraved " Lillian," " Joan," L. S. in monogram; 1 silver crumb scoop; 1 pair silver sugar tongs, M. T. engraved thereon ; 1 lady's silver half hunter watch, No. 35078, M. M. A. K. on back, In Memoriam, November 12th, 1904, and November 23rd, 1904 ; 1 marrow spoon, stag's head. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. 10 in. long, 6i in. wide, 4 in. deep: 1 lady's smal keyless gunmetal watch, " E. M. L." or " E. L." on back, gold safety pin brooch attached, in a blue case with divided panel, " Bull & Co." on case; 2 lady's gold neck chains, 1 plain link pattern, 1 rope pattern a rolled gold Teddy Bear attached to one, and a miniature portrait pendant attached to the other • 1 safety pin brooch with amethyst stone; 1 safety pin brooch without stone ; 1 garnet brooch resembling shamrock design ( small); 1 long silver link pattern neckchain ; 1 small silver neckchain, plain silver cross attached ; 1 gold keeper ring, filigree work on same; 1 gold curb bracelet, padlock fastening, in a scarlet leather case, " Bull & Co." on case ; 1 Indian bracelet composed of bars of silver with cross bars, fastened with a screw; 1 silver curb bracelet, padlock fas- tening ; 1 silver gilt thimble, set turquoise, Swiss make; 1 gilt neckchain, with pink beads; 1 lady's fine gold ring, set 1 crystal; 1 gold safety pin brooch, 3et 1 turquoise, flower design ; 1 silver scroll bracelet, daisies one side ; 1 silver cow bell charm, lion thereon; 2 rows of pink coral beads; 1 silver poodle brooch; 1 lady's silver pencil case, with sliding pencil, ring at end ; 1 gold shamrock brooch in brown case, " Bull & Co." on case; 1 - gold safety pin brooch, " E" in pearls ( block pattern); 1 coral necklace, with old- fashioned gold snap; 1 small gold pendant, set pearls and pink stones. Information to the Chief Constable, Bedford. 53.— Biggleswade ( County).— 3rd inst., a " Raleigh" road racer bicycle, No. 218,232, black enamelled, usual parts plated, 24 in. frame, wood rims ( yellow), dropped handle- bars, " Warwick Speed" tyres, rat- trap pedals, chain stamped " R" on each link, free wheel, " Coaster" hub, 2 lamp brackets, 1 on head, 1 on front fork ( oil lamp attached), strap under saddle ( Sid Pates, 3, St. John's Street, Biggleswade), thereon. In good condition. Information to Supt. Tatman, Biggleswade. BUG KING HA MS HIRE. 54.— High Wycombe ( County). — Between 22nd and 27 th ult., at Loud water, a gold curb brace- let, lock attached; 1 gold brooch, pearl in centre, shamrock pattern; 1 Indian gold neck chain, snake pattern, pendant attached, cross with heart on top, set blue enamel and pearls. Information to Supt. Summers, High Wycombe. DEVONSHIRE. 55.— Exeter ( City).— 29th ult., a spade guinea, slightly bent, scroll mount; 1 Jubilee sovereign, scroll mount; 1 gold 20 franc piece, beaded scroll mount. Information to the Chief Constable, City Police, Exeter. GL OUCES TERSHIRE. 56.— Gloucester ( County).— 23rd ult., by house- breaking, a pair of gold earrings; 1 pair paste ear- rings with pearl drops; 1 9- ct. gold curb bracelet, green bean and photograph pendant attached; 1 lady's 9- ct. gold plain bangle, " Hilda " engraved thereon ; 1 do. dress ring set opals and diamonds ( 1 opal missing); 1 18- ct. gold buckle ring; 1 gold ring, set opal; 1 18- ct. gold ring, set turquoise and pearls; 1 do. set turquoise; 1 gold pendant with photographs each side ; 1 paste pendant with small gold chain attached; 1 pair gold links, monogram H. T. S. engraved there- on ; 1 paste crescent brooch; 1 pearl star brooch; 1 silver chain, silver enamelled pendant attached. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Gloucester. HAMPSHIRE. hi — Alton ( County).— 27th or 28th ult., a gold Waltham lever watch, double case, initials " L. P." on one side, coat of arms on the other, " Presented to Right Hon. Lyon Playfair by T. Russell" engraved on inside of one case, hinge of front case broken ; small gold curb chain attached. Information to Supt. Reuben, Alton. 58.— Fareham ( County).— 5th inst., at Titch- field, a silver Waltham lever watch, open face, gilt hands, silver chain, long links, 4d. piece attached; 1 lady's old silver Geneva watch, chased back, white dial with flowered centre, may have " Lovejoy " on dial, inside of case badly scratched. Information to Supt. Carman, Fareham. BEDFORDSHIRE. 52.— Bedford ( Borough).— 2nd inst., a crimson leather jewel case with centre tray, plated fittings, HER TFORDSHIRE. 59.— Hitchin ( County).— 29th ult., at Weston, a silver milk jug, about 6 or 7 in. high, narrow at neck, round ribbed body, half round handle, engraved flowers, crest " Lion " on one side; 2 silver cream jugs ( 1 plain, to hold about a quarter of a pint; 1 to hold about a half pint, fluted from bottom upwards, about 1 in. groove running round near top, dent on groove and bottom rim), both have flat- topped handles. . Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Hitchin. FRIDAY, JUNE 18, 1909. THE POLICE GAZETTE. 9 PROPERTY STOLEN ( continued).— KENT. 60 — Sittinghourne ( County).— 24th ult., a gold watch, long rolled gold chain,' several charms, including an amethyst with hole in centre, small elephant tusk with gold band around centre attached; 1 turquoise brooch, set in gold, with steel pin; 1 turquoise ring, 7 stones, with small diamond in centre ; 1 old fashioned gold ring, set pearls and 3 red stones.— By a Man, age about 24, rather short, com- plexion fair, hair light brown, olean shaved, pimples on face, bad teeth; dress, brown jacket suit, brown tie with red spots, dark grey cap, brown boots. Identical with man Cases No. 78, 14th May, No. 10, 4th, and No. 5, 18th ult. Information to Supt. Crowhurst, Sittingbourne. 61 — Margate ( Borough).— 3rd inst., a long gold neck chain, ordinary pattern links; 1 lady's gold keyless watch, white dial, plain back; 1 gold brooch, set 3 rubies ; 1 long gold neck chain, cable pattern, attached a round gold locket, chased back, containing photograph of a lady; 4 gold seals : 1, re- volving with yellow seal; 2, revolving with violet seal; 3, a red seal, stamps a ship; 4, leaf shape with terra- cotta seal; 1 lady's dress ring, set 2 rubies and 2 pearls, cross of small diamonds in centre; 1 lady's half- hoop ring, set brilliants ; 1 lady's gold dress ring, set pearl in centre surrounded with small tur- quoise ; 1 gold brooch made from an old fashioned drop earring.— Suspicion is attached to A MAN, age about 22, height about 5 ft., slight build, complexion fair, clean shaved; dress, dark brown suit, hard felt hat, black tie. 3rd inst., a lady's 18- ct. gold dress ring, set 5 diamonds and 5 sapphires; 1 do., set 3 diamonds; 1 do., small, set 1 diamond; 1 do., set 3 turquoise; 2 gold curb chain bracelets, 9- ct., 1 large, 1 small links ; 1 lady's gold watch, gold face, long gold chain with 5 seals attached ( 1 inscribed " Elizabeth," " Louis," 1 a dog with " Bella " thereon, 1 a dog with " Cara " thereon, 1 shape of a bird, 1 shape of a fly)— suspicion is attached to A MAN, age 30 to 40, height 5 ft. 10 in., clean shaven; dress, dark jacket, white trousers. Information to the Chief Constable, Margate. 62.— Ramsgate ( Borough).— 29th ult., a silver demi- hunter watch, No. C 935, supposed a Dover maker's name inside, 1 white metal chain attached; 2 bagatelle balls ( 1 nearly white, 1 chipped). 2nd inst., a lady's gold watch, open face, gold dial and hands, chased back, maker believed, " Iioskill, Liverpool." Information to the Chief Constable, Ramsgate. 63.— Canterbury ( City).— 3rd or 4th inst., a lady's English silver watch, makers " Barrow & Lund, Cornhill, London," on face, white enamel dial, and black hands; 1 lady's gold albert, long and short link alternately, attached a ring containing gold pencil case, crystal heart surrounded with rubies, and a silver compass; 1 plain round gold bangle, " Ida Style" engraved on inside; 2 small round gold bracelets, safety chains attached; 1 gold bangle, fastenings composed of rams' heads; 1 small flat pattern gold bracelet, safety chain attached; 1 pair gold rimmed pince- nez, long gold chain and safety pin attached ; 1 gold signet ring, set dark stone, engraved boar's head and spear; 1 lady's f gold chain; 1 gold Roman mosaic cross; 1 moonstone star pattern brooch, gold setting; 1 long gold watch or muff chain; 1 plain oval gold locket, " C. S." engraved thereon; 1 beetle brooch, body composed of 1 large moonstone. Information to the Chief Constable, Canterbury. LANCASHIRE. 64.— Bury ( County).— 30th ult. or lst inst., a silver sugar spoon, small holes therein, Louis XIV pattern ; 2 small silver puff boxes ( 1 oval, 1 round); 2 small silver Dutch shoes, about 2$ or 3 in. long; 1 small mustard spoon; 1 small leaf shape spoon, bone handle ; 1 silver tea ladle; 1 gold pendant, size of half- crown, photograph of a lady therein ; 1 silver spirit case, oval, about 5 in. long and 4 in. wide; 1 silver half- hunter watch, maker Roskill, Liverpool; 2 silver flower vases, from 7 to 9 in. high, cone shape, 4 slits at top; several small Swedish, French, German and Dutch coins ; 1 silver match box, " R. G." thereon ; 1 silver cigarette case, R. G. thereon ; 1 long gold guard, small link pattern ; 1 gold albert, square- link pattern, hook instead of bar ; 1 pot money box, containing £ 3 to £ 4 ; 18 table spoons, electro- plated, " L. B. & Co." or " A " and small hand lamp as trade, mark thereon; 1 gravy spoon do. ; 18 dessert spoons do.; 6 salt spoons do.; 6 soup spoons do.; 12 egg spoons do.; 12 tea spoons do.; 4 sauce ladles do.; 1 soup ladle do.; 4 nut crackers do.; 7 pickle forks do.; 15 table forks do.; 1 small match box, very thin, engraved " Belgium Silver"; 1 electro plated top of a biscuit barrel— suspicion is attached to 3 Men, lst, age 30 to 32, height 5 ft. 8 in., hair and moustache black, Jewish appearance ; dress, navy blue suit, black bowler hat. 2nd, age 27, height 5 ft. 9 in., hair light, clean shaved; dress, brown mixture suit, tweed cap. 3rd, age 27, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in, hair light, clean shaved; supposed wearing a straw hat. lhey left Bury for Manchester, 30th ult, 1 carried a large kit bag. 30th ult, a lady's silver patent lever watch, " Full Jewelled, examined" stamped on works, maker Samuel, Manchester. Information to Supt. Noblett, Bury. NORFOLK. 65.— Norwich ( City).— 30th ult, by house- breaking, a lady's gold watch, M ^ on outer case, No. 103788; 1 gold lever watch, No. 77761 ; 1 gold Albert, large curb pattern, seal attached ( red stone one side, green the other); 1 lady's long gold chain, small oval pattern links, screw swivel; 1 do. gold dress ring, set green and red stones around pearl centre ( old fashioned); 1 do. gold dress ring, set tur- quoise ; 1 gold signet ring, set garnet ( chipped); 1 gold ring, set red stone; 1 gold ring, set pink stone ( pale hue); 1 florin, very old; 1 gold scarf slide, plain, fastens with a spring; 1 gold mourning ring, " In Memory of " around centre ; and about £ 10. Information to the Chief Constable, City Police, Norwich. OXFORDSHIRE. 66 — Oxford ( City).— 2nd inst, a brown leather kit bag ( new), 2 leather handles, 2 brass swing clips at ends, " C. W. N." in old English on lock side, size 20 in. by 10 in. : 1 diamond pin, pearl surrounded with 12 diamonds, can be converted into a stud; 1 pair razors, ivory handles, " Keener than your sword " on blade, " Wade, Robotham and Wingfield, Sheffield," thereon, in an oak case lined red satin; 1 dark green suit, rather heavy, " Levy, Guildford and Eastbourne," on collar, 3 buttons, waisted ( taken in at waist) and slit up behind, rather low- cut vest, cord stripe down seam of trousers, practically new; 1 striped red shirt, soft front, cashmere; 1 green shirt, soft front, cashmere; 1 pair chamois leather golf gloves, worn.— Suspicion is attached to A MAN, age 23 to 25, height 5 ft. 6 to 8 in, complexion fresh, hair dark, clean shaved, thin face, blotchy mark near right side of chin; dress, blue serge suit, low- cut collar, slit up back, bowler hat, brown brogue shoes. He took lodgings 2nd inst, stating he was a relief engineer at the local G. P. O, and left same date, saying he was going to the railway station for his tools, and was seen carrying the stolen bag which he | said his fellow- lodger had lent him. He obtained the address for lodgings at the local Y. M. C. A. Information to the Chief Constable, Oxford, SHROPSHIRE. 67.— Oswestry ( County).— 5th inst, by shop- breaking at Morda, 2 pairs nailed boots, military pattern, size about 10, both part worn, 1 old rough dark grey overcoat, bone buttons, lined brown alpaca, sleeves lined calico, " Messenger Oswestry Incor- poration " stamped on one sleeve, velvet collar. Supposed by tramps. Information to Supt. Hamlet, Oswestry. STAFFORDSHIRE. 68.— Burslem ( County).-— 21st ult, by house- breaking at Wolstanton, 4 silver serviette rings ( 1 plain, 2 engraved, 1 filigree); 2 coronation gold spoons engraved ; 1 grey leather purse, knob fastening; 1 grey leather card case, book shape, containing memoranda; 1 plain gold brooch frame ; 1 fine plain gold ring, old; 2 silver pencil cases ( 1 engraved other key shape); 1 small Parian figure, one wing broken; 1 do. vase; 1 small green glass scent bottle, set small blue stones. Information to Chief Supt. Hicklin, Burslem. 69.— Stoke~- on~ Trent ( County).— 28th ult, by housebreaking, 1 diamond and pearl tie ring, the centre unscrews and forms a stud; 1 diamond and pearl bracelet; 1 gold bracelet with pearl crescent; 1 plain gold bracelet; 3 gold brooches and locket; 12 dessert knives and forks, plated pearl handles, may have ( Z. Barraclough, Leeds) thereon; 12 fish knives and forks electro- plated, ivory handles, " E" in old English character ( Walker & Hall, Sheffield) thereon; 1 silver vinaigrette, chased all over, about 4] in. long, i in. diameter, monogram one end, " E. W. R." other end, " Xmas 1890 or 1891"; 1 flat silver do. of pierced work, eye for attaching to chain; 4 silver serviette rings, 1 with initial, 1 of hammered silver; 1 pair of silver sugar tongs; 1 small cream jug; 1 small scent bottle, silver top ; 2 silver card cases ; 1 set of salts, peppers and mustard; 4 salts, 2 peppers and 1 mustard ; 1 knife rest, " E. P." thereon ; 1 pair of ladies' brown lace boots, nearly new, high leg ; 1 pair lace boots, levant golosh, size 8. Information to Supt. Aldridge, Stoke- on- Trent. 2 pair nut crackers, 2 pickers, and a pair of grape scissors, all plated ; 1 box of 50 cigars, 2 do. of 25 do, " Freeman's Darvel Bay " and black horse with wings on red band. 3rd inst, a " Rudge- Whitworth" bicycle, No. 466,522, 28 in. wheels, 28 in. frame, black enamelled, plated rims, " Palmer" tyres, new, straight handle- bars, handles of brakes fastened with wire, rubber pedals ( one much worn), tool bag, and " Rudge- Whitworth " oil lamp. Information to Supt. Simmonds, Farnham. SUSSEX ( East). 71.— Eastbourne ( Borough).— 5th inst, a lady's ring, set 3 graduated sapphires and 2 small diamonds each side of centre stone, " Cumberland " supposed marked inside B/ C. U./-. Suspicion is attached to A| WOMAN age about 45, height 5 ft. 6 in, stout build, complexion rather sallow, full face, hair dark; dress, black and white check dress, trimmed black. Accompanied by a girl, age about 10, hair fair ( tied with blue ribbon); dress, black and white check dress, white straw hat trimmed blue ribbon. Information to the Chief Constable, Eastbourne. WA R WICKS HIRE. 72.— Leamington ( Borough).— 17th ult, a " Hobart" bicycle, 22- in. frame, enamelled black, usual parts plated, 2 brakes, mud- guards, bell, black grips on handle- bar. lst inst, a " New Hudson" bicycle, No. 74938, 22- in. frame, black enamelled, with red and green lines, rather worn off except on front forks, curved handle- bar, thumb brake left side, " Dunlop " 28 in. by 1$ in. tyres, large mud splasher on front guard, small black parcel carrier on back, with a light- coloured mackintosh fixed with single strap, toe clip on one pedal only, plating rather worn off cranks, pedals, and wheel rims; " Lycett" saddle, with 3 spiral springs. 3rd inst, a " B. S. A." bicycle, No. 57392 on lug, upturned handle- bar, 27- in. frame, " Hackleton, Warwick," transfer on front, 28- in. wheels, " Dunlop " tyres, divided rubber pedals, half- plated wheels, " Eadie " back- pedal hub, the frame black enamelled and red lined, bag, lamp, and bell; in good condition. Information to the Chief Constable, Leamington. WILTSHIRE. 73.— Swintlon ( County).— 2nd inst, by house- breaking, 1 old silver Swiss watch, Kendal and Dent on face, No. 4572 on inside case, name and a date also scratched inside case, and £ 3. Suspicion is attached to two men : lst, age 25 to 30, height about 5 ft 7 in, slight build, complexion fresh, believed clean shaved; dress, brown suit, black bowler hat; with narrow brim. 2nd, age 25 to 30, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in, complexion and slight moustache dark; dress, dark suit, black bowler hat. Supposed accompanied by a third man. Appearance of race course followers. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Swindon. SURREY. 70 — Farnham ( County).— 5th inst, at Frimley, black leather case about 12 in. by 5 in, containing I YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 74.— Otley ( County).-— Between 19th and 24th ult, at Yeadon, an old bicycle, dirty rusty condition, 23 in. frame, New Departure hub, straight handle- bars, rat- trap pedals, B. S. A. fittings, 26 in. wheels, plated rims ( rusty), B. S. A. front brake, cellu- loid mud guards, " Dunlop" tyres, " E. Thornton, cycle builder, Yeadon," on front pillar under handle- bars, leather tool bag, celluloid pump, and old oil can. Information to Supt. Strain, Otley. To— Sheffield ( City).— 29th ult, a black enamelled bicycle, chipped, 28 in. wheels, 24 to 26 in. frame, upturned plated handle- bars, celluloid grips, Sturmey Archer 3- speed gear, Halford tyres, new, two roller lever brakes, " Philips Patent" thereon; odd rat- trap pedals, one square, other round; toe clips," bell ( blacked over) attached to frame, 1 in. pitch chain, chain wheel blacked over, carrier on back. 10th ult, by housebreaking, 4 ivory- handled fish knives and forks marked B. P. and R. R. and S. R, forks marked E. P. and R. R. S. ; 4 ivory- handled pickle forks, fluted, silver plated, " C " thereon. lst inst, a pair of marine glasses, 20 miles range, black leather binding; sunshades, far worn, " Le Maire, Paris," thereon. 30th ult, a " Solar " bicycle, transfers on head and back mudguard, " The Solar," The Sun Cycle and Fittings Co, Birmingham, on tube from head to crank, and somewhat indistinct, " J. E. Nixon " and a view of Beauchief Abbey, Sheffield, on tube from the saddle to the crink " The Solar," black enamelled frame with red lines, 28- inch wheels, Eadie 2- speed o- ear, plated rims, black centres, flat handle- bars, black celluloid grips, tip of left one missing, Dunlop back tyre, Clincher front, both nearly new, Empire saddle with plated springs, roller lever brakes, rat- trap pedals, Liberty bell double gong, knob broken off the change gear lever. Information to the Chief Constable, Sheffield. PROPERTY RECOVERED. 269 T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. APPREHENSIONS. TUESDAY, JULY 13, 1909. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. 76 — Hazel No. 38, 2nd inst. CHESHIRE. Grove ( County.)— Skirt, Case YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 77 — Sheffield ( City).— Gold lever watch, Case No. 68, 25th ult. ANIMALS & c., STOLEN. METROPOLITAN ROUGE GIST RIOT 78.— P Division.— 25th ult., a white gelding, 9 years, 15 hands, scar on near knee, short mane and tail,; and a heavy bay gelding, 8 years, 15 hands, chipped knees, medium mane and tail— both in good condition ; a milk van painted light, " Harding's Dairy, Hoxton," on both sides, " E. Walton, New Cross," on tin plate on off shaft; 2 sets of brass- mounted har- ness, " W" on blinkers of one, and on breechings of both sets; 6 horse collars ( 5 black leather, 1 rush), old. 79.— R Division.— 2nd inst., a chestnut mare, age 7 years, 14 hands, medium mane and tail, white star on forehead, shot over off fore fetlock, causing slight lameness, no hind shoes. In good condition. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. KENT. 80.— Dartford ( County).-— 5th or 6th inst., at Swanscombe, a bay Russian pony, 7 or 8 years, about 14 hands, long tail cut straight, medium mane, white mark on nose, fore fetlocks chipped inside, front shoes filed at corners; and a tradesman's cart, picked out red, high wheels. Information to Supt. Poole, Dart ford. 82.— Metropolitan Police District, G Division.— WILLIAM DIXON, Case No. 3, 8th January last. 83 — Metropolitan Police District, N Division.— WILLIAM BURNETT, Case No. 6, 25th ult. 84.— Metropolitan Police District, P Division.— CHARLES HARTLEY and EDITH GEORGINA HARTLEY, alias PAUL, Case No. 8, 11th ult. 85.— Cheshire, Hazel Grove ( County). — MAN, Case No. 11, 27th November and 4th December, 1908, and the 2 pairs of boots, recovered. 85.— Gloucesters hire, Stroud ( County). — EDWARD PRIDAY, Case No. 15, 18th ult., at Staple Hill. 87. Hampshire, Fareham ( County).— MAN, Case No. 24, 15th January last, at Liverpool, in name of H. A. ADAMSON 88 — H ampshire , Portsmouth ( Borough).— HARRY S. BARNETT, Office No. 2772— 02, Case No. 22, 21st May, and Tabular Form, 4th June, 1909, at Bury, for false pretences, as HARRY BENNETT. 89.— Hertfordshire, Ware ( County).— SIDNEY CANNON, Case No. 21, 18th ult. 90.— Kent, West Mailing ( County).— GEORGE HARDING, Case No. 25, 21st May last. 91.- Lancashire, Prescot ( County).— ARTHUR JONES, Office No. 3222— 01, Case No. 37, 23rd April last, at Liverpool, for larceny, as HARRY FRANKFORT. 92.— Monmouthshire, Monmouth ( County).— JOHN EDWARDS, alios MICHAEL SULLIVAN, Office No. 620- 05, Case No. 20, 16th October, and Tabular Form, 6th November, 1908; and sentenced at Bath Quarter Sessions, 2nd inst., to 6 months hard labour for attempting to wound, as Michael Sullivan. 93.- Yorkshire ( North Riding), Richmond ( County).— LEONARD YEALE, alias GEORGE ROBINSON and WALKER, Case No. 28, 23rd April last, and committed for trial at York Assizes. PERSONS or BODIES FOUND, HER TFORDSHIRE. 81— Ware ( County).— Body of MAN, Case No. 55, 2nd inst., identified. LATEST INFORMATION. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 95.— s Division.— Remanded till Uth inst., charged with obtaining £ 14 10s. by false pre- tences— ALFRED YEO, age 40, height 5 ft. 6'- in., stout build, complexion florid, hair ( turning grey) dark brown, eyes hazel, slight American accent, walks quickly; dress, blue serge jacket suit, soft felt hat, brown boots. An entertainment agent. ( See Case No. 5, 2nd inst.) Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. SOMERSETSHIRE. 96.— Weston ( County).— Committed for trial at ensuing assizes charged with larceny ( lodgings).— Licence holder MARY ANN EDWARDS, alias MATTHEWS, LUCAS and CURTIS, Office No. 825- 99, age 44, height 5 ft., complexion sallow, hair light brown, eyes blue, scar over left ear, right little finger bent; dress, black skirt, white blouse, grey- short jacket, biscuit colour straw hat trimmed black ribbon, shoes. A native of Crudwell. Information to Supt. Jennings, Weston. . PROPERTY STOLEN. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. Chipping Sodhury ( County).- - 29tb Bank of England note, No. B. 20- 44511; 97.- ult., a £ 5 a cheque for £ 1, No. C. 1- 781315, drawn upon the Capital and Counties Bank in name of Samuel Mullett Wilmot and payable to Sister Smith, and about £ 14. Information to Supt. Phelps, Chipping Sodbury. APPREHENSIONS. LINCOLNSHIRE. 94.— Boston ( Borough).— For failing to report — Supervisee HENRY HALES, alias HALLS and GIBSON, Office No. 797- 03, age 40, height 5 ft. 9f in., complexion fair, hair light brown, eyes blue. A native of Kettering. Sentenced at Ely Quarter Sessions, 16th October, 1907, to 18 months hard labour and 1 year supervision for larceny. Liberated 15th January, 1909, 590. Reported at King's Lynn, 30th ult., his intention of going to Boston. May be dealt with where found. Information to the Chief Constable, Boston. 98.-— Durham, Stockton- on- Tees ( County).— JAMES HOGG, alias YOUNG, Case No. 16, 6th December, 1907, and sentenced to 3 months' hard labour. 99— Lancashire, Liverpool ( City).— MARGARET GARDINER, Office No. 910- 09, Case No. 31, 25th ult. 100— Lancashire, Sal ford ( Borough).— JOHN WILSON, Office No. 203- 01, Case No. 22, 13th November, and tabular form, 4th December, 1908, and committed for trial at Leeds Sessions for larceny. 101.— Yorkshire ( East Riding), Beverley ( Borough).— ROSE, alias JAMES ISM AY, Case No. 52, 12th February last, at Kingston- on- Thames, and sentenced to 3 months hard labour, brought up at Beverley under order of the Home Secretary, and committed for trial at East Riding Sessions. List of Licence Holders, Supervisees, Expirees, who have been re- apprehended, for the week ending July 3rd, 1909, with the result, & c. Division | Office concerned.! No. NAME. Sentence. Date and Place. T. 1317- - 05 H. 742 - 01 G. 562- - 01 F. A. M. 2661- 2873- - 00 - 00 H. 2672- - 01 GODDARD, LAWRENCE HENRY HILDITCH, WILLIAM JONES, THOMAS 6 weeks h. l. 18 months h. l. 12 months h. l. MATTHEWS, WALTER 3 months h. l. SALES, WALTER SMITH, SAMUEL 3 months h. l. 6 months 119th June, Bow Street P. Ct. 28th June, W. Riding Qr. Sess. 30th June, Westminster P. Ct, 3rd July, Middlesex Sess. 21st June, Manchester P. Ct 1st July, Northallerton Sess. Eresh Offence with which charged. Re- convicted in Name of False attestation LAWRENCE GODDARD Shopbreaking andWM. TAYLOR larceny P. of C. Act THOMAS HARRIS Malicious wounding Same Name Loitering and failing FRANCIS HANNIGAN to report Shopbreaking FREDK. JOHNSON Name and Division of Officer. P. C. McCovey, C. I. D., B., and P. S. Beid, C. I. D., B. P. S. Burrell, C. I. D., X. LONDON : PRINTED FOR HIS MAJESTT'S STATIONERY OFFICE BY HARRISON AND SONS, ST. MARTIN'S LANE, W. C., PRINTERS IN ORDINARY TO HIS MAJESTY.