PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 1909. VOL. XXVI., No. 2680. 1. All 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 YABD, 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. 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 will be inserted at a cost of 8.?. per portrait, and engravings of stolen property at a cost of 6.?. per photograph or sketch, unless the article is large or unusually intricate, when the charge will be higher. A remittance of 6s. should be made in the first instance for cost of engraving sketches. 6. Every announcement, if for the apprehension of a person, must be guaranteed by the signature of an officer of not less rank than Superintendent; and if the name of such person is required to be inserted and no warrant is in force against him, the requisition must be signed by the chief officer of police, or his immediate deputy, of the county, city, or borough, as the case may be. 7. Announcements concerning stolen property must be guaranteed by an officer of not less rank than Inspector, or analogous thereto. • TIOHTS, 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 wholly responsible for any proceedings which may result from such publication. 11. Announcements for the Friday issue should be forwarded so as to be received not later than noon on Wednesday, and for the Tuesday edition not later than Saturday morning. They must be clearly written on one side of the paper only ; they must be in the usual form , and accompanied by a covering letter. 12. All payments must be in advance, either at the office, 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 EDITOB, New Scotland Yard, London, S. W. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. ME TR O POL ITA N POLICE DIS TRIG T l-— Convict Supervision Office.— ALEXANDER SUMMERFIELD, Office No. 1439- 06, Case No. 1, 8th May, and Tabular Form, 4th June, 1908, not now wanted. 2.— C Division.— For stealing clothing and obtaining food, lodgings, & c., by fraud— BERNHARD HOWARD ( supposed an American), age 25, height .5 ft. 6 in., complexion and hair dark, eyes hazel, wears pince nez, one upper tooth gold ; dress, dark blue serge jacket suit, white vest, panama hat, brown boots. Warrant issued. 3.— F Division.— For obtaining money by false pretences— G. R. SESHADRI, alias R. A. BANAJEA, M. A., C. MITTER, B. A., and CHANDRA VAISA, B. A., age 25 to 30, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 ins., complexion dark, slightly pock- marked, hair black, slight moustache, eyes dark, scar bridge of nose ; wearing shabby frock coat, silk hat, or shabby lounge suit. A native of India. He calls upon Anglo Indians and represents himself as a descendant of an Indian judge, and obtains money. Warrant issued. 4.— K Division.—- For obtaining £ 6 by a seaman's bogus advance note — WILLIAM McDAVID, a man of colour, age 30, height 5 ft. 5 in., hair black; dress, dark jacket suit, brown soft felt hat. A ship's cook. May endeavour to obtain a ship at a provincial port. Warrant issued. 5 — M Division. - For stealing ( by trick), a rifle ( recovered)— HARRY WILKINS, age 33, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache light, eyes grey, of military appearance; dress, light plaid gamekeeper's jacket and vest, brown leather collar, brown cord breeches, wide rib, light drab gaiters, dark golf cap band around edge, lace boots. A native of Rotherhithe. Frequents places where pigeon shooting is held. Is a good shot. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. A YRSHIRE. S— Stevenston ( County). — For obtaining about £ 40 by fraud between 27th May last and 27th ult.— ANDREW JAMES WALLACE, alias J. B. HOWELL, age 21, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., com- plexion sunburnt, hair light, clean shaved, slightly bow- legged, small anchor tattooed web of thumb, one hand ; dress, dark brown tweed jacket suit ( green stripe), dark cap, heliotrope tie, black lace shoes. In possession of a brown tin box 2 ft. 6 in. by 1 ft. 6 in. by 1 ft. 6 in. He left here by G. and S. W. and Midland Railway excursion train, due at London ( St. Pancras) about 6.30 p. m., 27th ult. Wallace came from Australia, having left Sydney 16th March, 1908. Accompanied by A WOMAN, age 22, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., slight build, complexion fresh, hair dark brown ; dress, dark tweed costume ( black stripe), white straw hat, trimmed white silk ribbon, yellow flower in front, lace shoes. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Ayrshire Constabulary, Ayr. CA RDIGA NSHIRE. 7.— Llandyssul ( County).—- For housebreak- ing and stealing a pair of boots, 26th ult.— ERNEST GRAFTON, age 16, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion dark, prominent features, hair dark brown, top of head covered with scab; dress, light dove- colour suit, jacket and vest slightly darker. An Industrial School lad. He booked from here to Swindon, and re- bookecl from there to London on above date. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Llandyssul. CA RNA R VONSHIRE. 8.— Bangor ( County).— For obtaining £ 5 by a worthless cheque 23rd ult.— RALPH KERR ( supposed false), age 24 to 28, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., rather sturdy build, complexion fresh, hair brown, clean shaved; dress, navy blue suit. Appearance of a clerk. Accompanied by A MAN, age about 20, height 5 ft. 6 in., hair black, clean shaved; dress, navy blue suit. Stated they were medical students at the Birmingham University. May be found at I seaside places. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Guest, Bangor. DERBYSHIRE. 9.— Chesterfield '( Borough).— For obtaining board and lodgings by false pretences between 5th and 10th April, 1909— JOSEPH CASWELL, alias SAMUEL PRITCHARD, age 44, height 6 ft. 1 in., very stout build, weight about 18 stone, complexion fresh, hair ( turning grey) brown, eyes ( right defective) light blue. A pit sinker, native of Ilkeston. Has been convicted of similar offences at Longton and ; Stockport. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Chesterfield. DURHAM. \ G- Stockton- on- Tees ( County). — For stealing, 18th ult., a gold buckle ring, embossed, buckle has been repaired, and £ 5 5s. from the s. s. Cairntorr, lying in the Tees at Port Clarence— GEORGE VAN BREEN, alias VAN BRIAN and VAN BRIEN, Office No. 2784- 01, age 34, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fair, hair light brown, eyes blue, right forefinger has been crushed ; dress, blue suit, white flannel collar. A ship's cook, native of Antwerp. A notorious ship's thief. Has been con- victed at Bristol, Cardiff, Penarth, Barry Dock, and Newport, and has been twice deported to Ostend under the Aliens Act. Information to Supt. Hildreth, Stockton- on- Tees. ESSEX. 11.— Chelmsford ( County). — For stealing between 27th and 30th ult., 2 bags of woollen rags ( recovered)— HENRY GIBSON, age 30, height 5 ft. 10J; in., complexion fresh, square face, hair brown, eyes blue; dress, dark jacket, vest, trousers ( bell bottoms) and cap. A labourer, native of Chelmsford. Accompanied by A WOMAN, age 31, height 5 ft. 2 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, a pedlar. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Chelmsford. 12.— Grays ( County).— For stealing a light blue serge suit; 1 pair button boots, " Walk Over" stamped inside; and 4s., at Wennington, 24th ult.— — NELSON, age 27 to 30, height 5 ft. 3 in., com- plexion fair, thin face, left eye missing, slight moustache ; wearing the stolen suit. Frequents common lodging houses. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Jordan, Grays. 13.— Romford ( County).— For stealing, 28th July, a cap ( recovered), also for leaving his wife and children chargeable to the Romford Union,— GEORGE WILCOX, age 36, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache light, eyes blue, cut scar near left eye, of smart appearance; dress, blue serge jacket and trousers, dark plaid vest, blue peak cap, brown lace boots. A farm labourer, native of Romford. Absconded 19th ult., accompanied by a woman. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Jones, Romford. 14.— Colchester ( County).— Vor stealing a bicycle at Harwich 14th ult. ( recovered)— GEORGE WILLIAM FISHER, alias COOPER, Office No. 2011- 02, Case No. 10, 27th ult., age 27, height 5 ft. 5f in., complexion sallow, hair dark, eyes dark brown, scar centre forehead, dot left wrist; dress, dark diagonal blue suit, dark cap. A blacksmith, native of Suffolk. Has been convicted at Winchester. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Akers, Colchester. 15.— Colchester ( Borough).— For obtaining 3 pairs lady's lace boots by false pretences 26th ult. — A WOMAN, age 30 to 35, height about 5 ft., com- plexion dark, swarthy, hair believed dark brown, peculiar mouth, bad teeth, may be wearing glasses; dress, dark dress, black bodice ( buttons down front), white or black sailor hat ( trimmed band), white collar and cuffs. She called at a shop, produced a letter purporting to be from a nurse or sister at the hospital, requesting goods be sent by bearer on approval. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Colchester. GLA MORGA NSHIRE. 16.— Bridgend ( County). — For obtaining £ 1 7s. by false pretences at Cwmavon 27th January last— J. BUTT, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 10 in., 6 T H E POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 1909. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued).— complexion fresh, large nose, hair light, slight mous- tache ( cut close, turning grey), speaks quickly; dress, dark suit, frock coat, silk hat. He described himself as a herbal cigarette maker, Worcester, and obtained the above amount for a quantity of herbal cigarettes, gave a receipt on a billhead " J. Butt, herbal cigarette maker, Worcester," thereon, stated that he would appoint the person defrauded sole agent for Cwmavon on 13th ult., he called on another person, obtained £ 2 5s. for cigarettes, and gave a receipt " Bull and Co, 7, Cabul Road, Battersea, London," thereon ; he was then wearing a light suit and straw hat. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Menhinick, Bridgend. n — Cardiff ( City).— For stealing watches— ARTHUR J. KNIGHT, age 32, height 5 ft. 10£ in, complexion fair, long face, hair light brown, clean shaved, eyes blue, 2 small warts left side of nose, roman nose; dress, dark brown suit, straw hat with brown band, lace boots, carried a light cane with 1 crooked handle. A painter, native of London. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Cardiff. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 18.— Gloucester ( County).— For obtaining £ 1 and 3 gross of picture postcards by false pretences— W. LUCAS, age 34, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in, slight build, complexion fresh, thin features, hair and moustache dark, waxed at ends, prominent nose; dress, navy blue suit, black bowler hat, brown boots with brown cloth tops, may be wearing new boots. He represents himself as the nephew of the head of a London firm, obtains orders for postcards and receives payment for same, in some instances obtains post- cards from shopkeepers on the pretence of having them exchanged. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Gloucester. HAMPSHIRE. 19.— Aldershot ( County)— For obtaining, by false pretences, at Odiham, 15th July last, a colt ( recovered)— F. A. AYLING, age about 30, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in, complexion and hair dark, clean shaved; dress, dark jacket and trousers, fancy red vest, bowler or slouch hat. A horse dealer, believed a native of Grayshott, Hants. Was accompanied by his wife and child. Warrant issued. I Information to Supt. Hawkins, Aldershot. 20 — Gosport ( County).— JOHN R THOMAS, Office No. 352- 01, Case No. 17, 6th ult, not now wanted. HEREFORDSHIRE. 21.—, Hereford ( City).— For stealing £ 3 10s.; a postal order for 4s. ; 1 grey lambswool undervest; 1 blue striped cotton shirt, from his lodgings, 24th ult.— ARTHUR WARNER, age 27, height about 5 ft. 6 in, complexion fresh, clean shaved ; dress, light brown suit, grey cap, brown boots. He took lodgings, stating he was a clerk on the G. W. Railway, and had. been transferred from Wrexham to Hereford. See Case No. 78, 14th May, Case No. 31, 4th June, and Case No. 40, 23rd July, 1909. Information to the Chief Constable, Hereford. HER TFORDSHIRE. 22.— Hertford ( County).— For obtaining Is. 6d. by false pretences, 28th ult.— A MAN, age 25, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in. good build, complexion fair, full face, hair and moustache light brown; dress, dark jacket suit, dark cap with bright peak. He called at houses and represented he was authorised to collect money on behalf of the widow and children of a guard who had been killed on the railway. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Foster, Hertford. 23.— Watford ( County).— For obtaining food and lodgings by false pretences at Rickmansworth— TWO MEN, 1st age about 19, very tall, complexion dark, clean shaved ; dress, blue serge suit, white fancy vest, straw hat ( pale green band), white boots ; 2nd, age 26 to 30, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in, complexion fresh, clean shaved, bad front teeth ; dress, tweed suit with green stripes, straw hat with grey band, white boots. They represented themselves as travellers for a firm of cutlers, and both gave the name of Jackson, Left behind a black bag containing empty cardboard boxes. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Wood, Watford. KENT. 24.— Sevenoaks ( County).— For burglary at Kemsing, 27th ult, and stealing 2 silver sweet dishes; 2 do. serviette rings (" Emily" on one); 1 do. flask, bayonet joint top cap below, " J. M. T." on flask; 1 crocodile cigar case, " J. N. Tullock" printed inside, four corners sheathed in gold ; 1 gilt carriage clock, gilt face; 1 do, white face, blue numerals; 1 carriage watch, in long green case, maker Yicary; 1 gold watch, independent seconds; maker George Douglas, Dumbarton; 1 gold pencil case, slides in a sheath; 1 cut crystal smelling bottle, gold top, with a bishop's mitre as crest; 1 turquoise and pearl locket, small diamond chips therein; 1 hair comb, coral and gold top; 1 gold flat fancy neck chain, old- fashioned; 1 10- franc gold piece; 15 to 20 francs; 1 gold point Waterman's Ideal fountain pen; 1 large magnifying glass, mounted in silver, with silver handle, 4 or 5 in. diameter; 4 silver sweet dishes, perforated; 12 2£ d. postage stamps; about 10s. worth of Id. and | d. do.; about 600 cigars, mostly C. E. Becky, band with two horses with cigar between, No. 25, others 129 Castaneda Habana; 6 pairs silk and woollen pants and under- vests, nearly all new, tab sewn on same " Edward Jackson, 100, Buchanan Street, Glasgow," also " J. N. Tullock"; 18 pairs new socks, blue, blue striped, white and yellow.— TWO MEN, first, age 30 to 34, height 5 ft. 6 to 8 in, slight build, moustache brown; dress, grey suit, green cap, carried a black bag : second, age 26, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in, very slight moustache; dress, light suit, green cap, carried a brown bag. Information to Supt. Taylor, Sevenoaks. 25 - West Mailing ( County).— For house- breaking at Ightham, between 20th and 23rd ult, and stealing a dull gold curb brooch ; 1 cameo brooch, mounted on a safety pin; 1 gold brooch " 1897 " thereon ; 1 lady's silver watch, silver chain ( 4 strands), and 1887 jubilee 3d. piece attached; 1 blue serge suit; 1 striped vest; 2 pairs pants ; i under- vest ; 3 pairs socks, hand knitted; 1 pair boots, Derby pattern, size 7; 1 old grey cap— A MAN, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in, hair dark, beard about a week's growth; supposed wearing the stolen suit, light green motor cap, light wrapper. Pawn tickets relating to a gold ring pledged at Farnham in name of Fred Bradley, and a ring pledged at Guild- ford in name of George Fleming were found in pockets of old clothing left behind by him. Information to Supt. Ford, West Mailing. 26.— Ramsgate ( Borough).— For embezzling £ 6 17s. 2d. 19th July— THOMAS HENRY CROLE, age 36, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in, complexion, hair and moustache dark, thin face, springy gait; dress, 1 dark brown suit, vest double- breasted, dark tie, grey cap, lace boots. A good draught player and amateur boxer. Was employed as foreman at a mineral water factory. Warrant issued. 27.— Ramsgate ( Borough).— For obtaining 7s. by false pretences, 25th ult.— CHARLES SMITH, age 35 to 40, height about 5 ft. 5 in, stout build, complexion sallow, round face, square jaws, short stubby hair, clean shaved, tattoo marks back of one hand, fingers of both hands contracted ; dress, greyish suit, long drab mackintosh coat, straw hat. He calls upon tradesmen, represents that he is a storekeeper or caterer in the Navy attached to a flotilla of submarines supposed coming to the district, orders goods, afterwards calls again and states the boats are delayed, that he is short of money, and obtains an advance from the tradesmen, also obtained food at the Sailor's Rest, and beds for the men who would be granted leave. Warrant issued. 28.— Ramsgate ( Borough).— For stealing a silver watch, open face, rather thin, and a white metal chain, 31st ult.— A MAN, age 30 to 35, height about 5 ft. 6 in, hair and moustache brown, red face; dress, long fawn- coloured overcoat, white cord trousers, black cap, white canvas shoes. A gipsy, travels the country, accompanied by his wife and one or two children, in a cart, " Henry Cannon, Plum- stead, Kent," thereon, or a van with " George Catt, Eastbourne," thereon. They sleep in a tent covered with old carpets. Information to the Chief Constable, Ramsgate. LANCASHIRE. 29.— Skerton ( County).— For stealing, at More- cambe, a horse ( recovered)— A MAN, age about 20, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in, complexion fresh, hair brown, clean shaved, eyes blue; dress, brown coat, navy blue , vest, flaps over pockets, drab colour breeches, brown ' lace leggings, lace boots, spotted muffler, greenish cap. A native of Shipley, Yorks. Information to Supt. Barnett, Skerton, Lancaster. , 30 — Salford ( Borough).— For failing to report - Licence- holder JOHN RYAN, Office No. 1494- 09, age 38, height 5 ft. in, complexion fresh, hair brown ( bald in front), eyes grey, scar forehead, large lump right of neck, sailor and flag right, female and gate left forearm. A native of Thurles, Tipperary. Sentenced at Munster Assizes, 11th December, 1905, to 5 years penal servitude for assault and robbery Licensed 9th ult. D. 621. Information to the Chief Constable, Salford. 31— Warrington ( Borough).— For stealing ( by trick), 18th ult, a pair of patent leather boots, size 7, plain fronts, glace kid legs, " R. Roberts and Son, 19, Bridge Street," stamped inside; 21st inst. a pair of lace boots, box calf, welted, size 8, toecaps, block toes, leather lined, " Waited " inside— A MAN, age about 35, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in, rather large eye brows, clean shaved, prominent eyes; dress, grey suit, red tie, hard felt hat, supposed the 1st described pair of boots. Appearance of a medical man. He called at a shop, selected the boots, then stated he had not sufficient money, gave an address in the neighbourhood and stated he would call shortly and pay for them. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Warrington. LINCOLNSHIRE. 32.— Lincoln ( City).— For housebreaking and stealing a gold brooch, heart shape, enamelled light green; gold diamond daisy pendant, about in. diameter, large diamond in centre, diamonds on 6 blades, remainder plain; 1 gold diamond swallow brooch, ruby eyes, in. long; 1 gold Lincoln Imp brooch; 1 pearl necklet, 6 or 7 rows, graduated, but rather small, fastened with old paste amethyst clasp, pearls not a good colour; 1 gold bracelet, broad plain gold band, sapphire and 2 diamonds set flat in front; several gold and silver brooches—- HARRIS EDWARD TOLLERTON, age 21, height 5 ft. 8 in, complexion fresh, hair and eyes brown; dress, brown suit with blue stripes, rubber collar, violet tie, gold brooch pin, dark brown cap, brown boots blacked. A groom. HENRY WINTER, age 22, height 5 ft. 5| in, complexion fresh, hair and eyes brown, mole right cheek, ring and dots left forearm; dress, light brown suit with grey stripes, grey rubber collar, green tie, lace boots, wearing the stolen Imp brooch in tie, and a gold ring set diamonds. A labourer. Had in his possession a revolver and cartridges. Both booked from Bedford to St. Pancras 27th ult. Information to the Chief Constable, Lincoln. NORFOLK. 33.— Norwich ( City).— For stealing ( till) 9s. 6d, 23rd ult.— TWO MEN: 1st, age about 20, height 5 ft. 3 in, good build, full round face, clean shaved, of Jewish appearance; dress, navy blue jacket suit, straw hat. 2nd, age about 23, height 5 ft. 8 in, full face ( very red), clean shaved; dress, navy blue jacket and trousers, green tie, straw hat. The latter induced a shopkeeper to leave his shop to point out an article which was in the window or showcase outside, while the former entered the shop and abstracted the cash from the till, the first- mentioned then excused himself by stating he would call again shortly and complete the purchase. Information to the Chief Constable, Norwich. PEMBROKESHIRE. 34- Haverfordwest Castle ( County). — For stealing at Milford Haven, 4th ult, a B. S. A. bicycle, No. 35227, 25- in. frame, green enamelled, gold lines, 28- in. wheels, plated upturned handle- bars, green celluloid grips, 2 brakes, B. S. A. roller, 3- speed hub, regulator right side, metal gear case with open centre, saddle B 302, Dunlop special tyres, rubber pedals, mud- guards— PHILIP DAVIES, age about 27, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in, rather stout build, complexion fresh, hair and eyes brown, clean shaved; dress, brown jacket and trousers, white fancy vest with dark stripes, brown cap. A native of Landore or Swansea. He was employed as a cycle fitter. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Haverfordwest Castle. SHROPSHIRE. 35.— Ludlow ( County).— For obtaining food and lodgings, by false pretences, 30th ult.— WILSON, age 26 to 28, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in, slight build, complexion pale, hair dark brown, clean shaved, shows teeth; dress, blue serge suit, brown tie, light cap, box calf boots, of smart appearance. In possession of an old bicycle. He took lodgings, 28th ult, for himself and 2 other men, stating they were out taking notes, & c. Absconded 30th ult. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Perry, Ludlow. SOMERSETSHIRE. 36.— Glastonbury ( County).— For stealing ( Bailee) £ 3 16s, 27th ult.— GEORGE BARRETT, age about 28, height about 5 ft. 1 in, complexion fresh, hair brown, clean shaved; dress, old brown suit, trousers patched at seat, light check cap and muffler. Supposed a native of Manchester. For several months he has been employed by a showman, and will probably seek employment with roundabouts and steam circus, or at side shows or stalls at fairs, fetes, & c, or may be found at common lodging houses, or low beer houses. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Sparkes, Glastonbury. STAFFORDSHIRE. 37 — Wednesbury ( County).— For stealing ( bailee) 10s.— JAMES " SHEEN, age 31, height 5 ft. 5| in, complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes THE POLICE GAZETTE. 5 PORTRAITS OF PERSONS WANTED. 38,— Cheltenham ( County).—' For house- breaking and stealing a lady's silver geneva watch, flowers engraved on back ; 1 do. short silver chain, very small links, silver imitation key, with amber GLOUCESTERSHIRE. complexion fair, hair light brown, eyes grey, woman's head, clasped hands right forearm, tombstone, tree, true love, ship, flags, crown, star, anchor, bird and letter, Fanny left forearm, 6 stars web of left hand• stone on top, attached; 6 lady's new white handker- chiefs marked " A. B." in black ink— Supervisee JOSEPH SAMUEL BROOKS, alias GEORGE HUNT, Office No. 379- 02, age 30, height 5 ft. l| in., 39. — Boston ( Borough).— For obtaining money by false pretences 18th ult.— WILLIAM EWART SM ALLEY, alias SEMPRESS, age 26, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., hair and moustache ( waxed at ends) light brown, may now be clean shaved, eyes brown, LINCOLNSHIRE. wears gold- rimmed glasses; dress, light suit and cap. A directory canvasser, formerly employed as hotel boots. A native of West Keal, Lines. Represents that he is employed by the proprietors of Collingwood's International Mercantile Directory, and has in his METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 40.— G Division.— For stealing ( servant) £ 61 — GEORGE BRAXTON, age 30, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion sallow, hair dark brown, eyes ( protrude slightly) brown, rather low speech ; dress, dark brown jacket suit, light grey cap, lace boots. A native of London, was employed as carman to a laundry com- pany. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. GL OUCES TERSHIRE. 41. Bristol ( City).— For obtaining £ 1 10s. by false pretences— FRED WALTERS, alias FRANCIS WILLIAM BRICKNELL, HENRY SMITH, JOHN LUCAS, and " BIRMINGHAM FRANK," Office No. 523- 02 ( Illustrated Circular, 55, Figure 14), stating he'has been sent for change by a neighbouring tradesman, and obtains various amounts. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, Bristol. dress, blue suit, dark soft felt hat. Has been convicted at Leamington, Birmingham, Gloucester, Cardiff and Sheffield. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hopkins, Cheltenham. possession a book containing receipts and counter- foils, will probably attempt to collect money in other towns. Previously convicted at Liverpool, Spalding, and Hull, and was recently discharged from Hull Prison. Is strongly suspected of breaking and entering an office 19th ult., and stealing £ 23 in silver, with which he may open a banking account. Had with him a bicycle, books strapped on back carrier. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Boston. Case 36, 10th April, 1908, age 42, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, clean shaved ( for portrait with beard, see Case No. 36, 25th April, 1902), eyes blue, scar left thumb, of smart appear- ance and good address. He calls upon shopkeepers, APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued). hazel, several small scars on face, cut scar left side of head, scar centre of chest, mole left breast, 2 burn marks left knee, one under right knee and top of left foot; dress, dark jacket and vest, light trousers, green cap, blue muffler with white spots, lace boots. A native of Liverpool. He was entrusted with the above amount to redeem a pledge. Previously con- victed of larceny at Bilston, Wednesbury, Stafford, West Bromwich and Walsall Sessions, and of loitering at Birmingham. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Salt, Wednesbury. SURREY. 42.— Reiuate ( Borough).— For failing to report — Supervisee JANE KELLY alias STEEL, KITCHING, and SANSOM, Office No. 350- 02, age 51, height 4 ft. 9- J, in., complexion dark, hair black, eyes grey, mole over right eyebrow, bridge of nose, and 4 left cheek. A hawker, native of Ireland. Sentenced at North London Sessions 12th August, 1902, to 5 years penal servitude and 3 years super- vision, and remanet of former sentence for child- stealing. Liberated on second licence 2nd July, 1908. S. Z. C. 19. May be dealt with where found. Information to the Head Constable, Reigate. - Chippenham ( County).— For obtaining and lodgings by false pretences 27th and WILTSHIRE. I 43.- food 28th ult., an( T stealing a lady's small gold keyless watch, chased back, white dial, small silver chain, oval links, small silver maltese cross and gold pendant with photographs of a boy and girl attached— ARTHUR FREEMAN, age about 25, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, clean shaved, eyes brown ; dress, grey suit with dark green stripes, grey tweed cap, lace boots. Stated he was a railway booking clerk, and had been transferred from Bradford- on- Avon. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Moore, Chippenham. 44.— Trowhritlge ( County).— For stealing £ 20 from his lodgings, at Melksham, about 27th ult. — GEORGE PRESTON, age about 40, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, tattooed both arms, chest, and back ( supposed a milkmaid on one arm); dress, dark tweed suit, trousers repaired on knee, black patch on seat, blue cap, light lace boots. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Moloney, Trowbridge. 45.— Salisbury { City).— For obtaining £ 11 5s. by a worthless cheque— HERBERT SCOTT, alia* REYNOLDS, RAYMOND, and MURIEL, age about 26, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., stiff build, very erect, complexion fresh, round face, hair auburn, clean shaved, thick eyebrows, high forehead, thick lips, eyes grey; dress, brown knicker suit, cap, or brown lounge suit, carried a motor mackintosh. Supposed chauffeur or Marine Engineer. Accom- panied by A WOMAN, age about 20, height about 5 ft. 6 in., hair light, pregnant; dress, navy blue Norfolk costume, lace boots. He is believed to be in possession of a cheque book on the London and County Bank, Battle branch, from which he made out 2 cheques payable to " H. Scott," signed " Stobart W. Hill, Captain 4th Dragoon Guards." One he cashed at a hotel, the other at a commission agents. Also believed to be in possession of a foreign motor- driver's licence, photograph attached. Stated he was chauffeur to an Army officer. Takes lodgings at middle class ' houses. Associates with betting men, and usually opens an account with a commission agent. Has letters, telegrams, & c., addressed to tobacconists and newsagent's shops, & c., to be called for. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Salisbury. WORCES TERSHiRE* 16.— Worcester ( City)--— For obtaining lis. 6d. by false pretences— H. JACKSON ( supposed false), age about 34, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., com- plexion sallow, thin face, prominent nose, hair and moustache ( waxed at ends) dark; dress, navy blue suit, black bowler hat, brown boots ( broken across fronts) brown cloth tops, or new boots. He called on a stationer and represented that he was a traveller in the employ of a publisher at Dundee. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Worcester. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 47.— York ( City).— For failing to report— Licence- holder, GEORGE BLAKE, alias ANDREWS, PORTER and JAMES, Office No. 1949- 04, age 32, height 5 ft. 7f in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes blue, scar right cheek, bracelet and 2 dots left wrist, anchor left forearm. A fitter, native of Woolwich. Sentenced at Lincoln City Sessions, 21st February, 1905, to 4 years penal servitude for housebreaking. Liberated on 2nd licence 25th ult., which expires 11th November, 1909. f. 42. May be dealt with where found. Information to the Chief Constable, York. 6 T H E POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 1909. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 48.— v Division.— Committed for trial at Surrey Quarter Sessions 19th prox., charged with obtaining goods by false pretences— HARRY PRYCE BROWNE, age 24, height 5 ft. 3£ in., complexion pale, hair brown, eyes grey, mole front of neck, front upper teeth decayed; dress, brown jacket suit, green tie, gold safety pin, white straw hat, black band, brown lace boots. A native of London. Found in his possession a new brown leather kit bag, lined brown water silk, 15 in. long 8 in. wide, solid brass fittings. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BERKSHIRE. 49.- Faringdon ( County).— Remanded till 7th inst., charged with false pretences— RALPH GORDON LEWIS, age 22, height 5 ft. 5f in., com- 1 plexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes blue, dot tattooed right wrist; dress, light mixture jacket and vest, brown mixture cycling knickers and stockings, brown • cap, black canvas shoes. A travelling photographer, a native of Hammersmith, London. Information to Supt. Gibbs, Faringdon. ESSEX. 50.— Brentwood ( County).— Committed for trial at Essex Quarter Sessions, 20th prox., on two charges of obtaining goods by false pretences— BEATRICE ALLISON MAJOR, alias ALLISON, ALLISTOR, and PRENTICE, Office No. 354- 01 ( Illustrated Circular 93, figure 16), 93, 30th July, and 97, 20th August, 1909, age 35, height 4 ft. 9 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes brown and blue ( odd), scars on nose; dress, white blouse, black skirt, white sailor hat, black band, wears pince nez. A milliner, native of Suffolk. Last address, 55, Colebrooke Road, Islington, London. Supposed wanted elsewhere, for obtaining goods in the manner described in Illustrated Circular. Information to Supt. Marden, Brentwood. SHROPSHIRE. 51.— Ponteshury ( County).— Committed for trial at next Quarter Sessions, charged with house- breaking— JAMES MORAN, age 47, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh, hair grey, eyes hazel. A bricklayer, native of Manchester, where he has been convicted of larceny, shopbreaking, assault and drunkenness, at Glasgow of robbery and assault, and at Scarborough of larceny, in names of CAIN, COLLINS, WILLIAMS, WILSON, DEMPSEY, THOMAS and FITZPATRICK. RICHARD BEASLEY, age 25, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion sallow, hair black, clean shaved, eyes brown. A labourer, native of Stamford, Lines. Supposed wanted elsewhere. Information to Supt. Elcock, Pontesbury. 52.— Whitchurch ( County).— Sentenced at Market Drayton, 21st ult., for failing to report— Licence Holder JOHN GREY, alias GREEN, Office No. 275- 02, Case No. 112, 27th ult., age 30, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair black, eyes blue, scar right of nose, under left jaw, and left cheek, a native of Shrewsbury. Found in his possession a pawnticket, No. 3530, for an accordion, pledged at Newcastle, Staffs, 22n< l March, 1909, in name of John Roylance, Lower Street. Information to Supt. Lucas, Whitchurch. 5 TA FFORDSHIRE. 53.— Lichfield ( County). - Remanded till 6th inst., charged with obtaining £ 3 by fraud - JOHN HENRY JACKSON, age 43, height 5 ft. 7 in., com- plexion fresh, hair ( bald on top), moustache and eyes brown. An accountant, native of Winnipeg, Canada. He advertised in a local paper for a debt collector, salary £ 1 5s. per week and commission, afterwards called on applicant and represented he was a mem ber of the British Mercantile Association, Lombard Street, London, and received £ 3 as security. Had in his possession several letters relating to outstand- ing debts, also a quantity of writing paper headed " British Loan and Finance Co., Lombard Street, London." States he came to England 10 years ago, and has since travelled the country. Supposed wanted elsewhere. Information to Supt. Oakden, Lichfield. 54. Smethwick ( County).— Committed for trial at next Stafford Assizes, charged with attempted carnal knowledge of a girl under 13 years— THOMAS FLEMING, alias McFARLINE, age 34, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, W. B. and cauliflower right forearm, flags of all nations, and indistinct anchor left forearm, nail of right big toe missing. A native of Smethwick. Has been tramping the country. Supposed previously j convicted and wanted elsewhere. Information to Supt. Goodwin, Smethwick. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 55.— D Division.— 21st ult., by shopbreaking, 25 new cameras : 1 |- plate Min Palmos set, No. 7709 ; 1 3 in. by 4 in. Goerz Anchutz set lens, Nos. 230471- ( A) 9337; 1 ^- plate N. and G. H. S., fitted with Planar lens, No. 1147; 1 in. by 2| in. film rack adapter Second- hand cameras: 1 |- plate Special B. Deacon ( B) 230472 ; 1 j- plate De Luxe, open back, No. 1973 ( see block A); 3 5 in. by 4 in. Twin, Nos. 766, 836 and 837 ( block B); 1 |- plate Nydia, No. 1120 over 1440 ( C) No. 223 ( block G); 1 do. Nydia, No. 862, in box No. 1269 ; 1 do. Min Palmos set; 1 do. Nydia; 1 Al Vista, No. 22; 1 Kine Taker and spool box; 6 D. D Open. Closed. ( block C); 6 Sybil 3| in. by 2£ in., Nos. 401, 402, 403, 404, 406 and 409 ( blocks D); 1 Al Vista; 1 5 in. by 4 in. Goerz Anchutz; 2 5 in. by 4 in. S. R. R., ( E) ( F) slides, Videx Film Pack adapter, roll holder in two leather cases; 1 J- plate Goerz Anchutz Celor lens, 4 D. D. slides, film rack adapter set, in leather case, ( G) Nos. 2062 and 2088 ( block E); 5 T. T. and H. Reflex, Nos. 57, 58, 60, 62 and 63 ( block F); 1 '- plate Min Palmos set fitted with Tessar lens, F 45, 150 M/ M, with 3 D. D. slides and light fitter in leather case, No. No. G3. 1 silk umbrella, crook handle, square silver end. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. A BERDEENSHIRE. £ 25 Reward. 56.- Aberdeen ( City).— 23rd ult., by shop- breaking, 1 18- ct. gold three- cluster diamond ring, con- taining about 30 stones; 3 do. half- hoop diamond rings, 5 stones, in claw setting; 1 do., five stones, set in silver, with carved top; 1 do. marquise diamond ring, about 15 stones, silver setting ; 1 do. single- stone diamond ring; 1 do. half- hoop dia- mond ring, 5 stones in claw setting; 1 do. ring, double row of diamonds, 5 diamonds in each row; 2 do. half- hoop diamond rings, set 5 stones; I do. ring, set 5 diamonds, boat shape; 1 do. 3- stone diamond ring, gipsy setting; 1 do., flat or table setting; 1 do. single- stone diamond ring, gipsy setting, stamped inside 18- ct. A. B.; 1 do., gipsy setting; 2 do. wire rings, 3 diamonds set in gold heart; 1 do. half- hoop diamond ring, 5 stones in claw setting; 1 do., 5 small diamonds, claw setting; 1 do. 3- stone diamond ring, gipsy setting; 1 do. ring, set 3 opals and 2 diamonds; 1 do. half- hoop ring, set 3 diamonds and 2 sapphires; 1 do. single- stone diamond ring; 1 do., set diamonds and sapphires— 5 stones; 1 do. diamond and sapphire ring ; 1 do. ruby and diamond ring; 1 do. half- hoop diamond ring, 5 stones, set in a row; 1 do. twin- sapphire and diamond ring; 1 do. ring, set 3 emeralds and 2 diamonds, claw setting, carved top; 1 do., 5 diamonds in spray design; 1 do., set sapphires and diamonds, plain gipsy setting ; 1 do., set diamonds in scroll; 1 do. half- hoop ring, set 2 sapphires and 3 diamonds; 3 do., set 3 rubies and 2 diamonds; 4 do. half- hoop diamond rings, 5 stones, in claw setting; 1 do. pearl and turquoise ring; 1 do. diamond buckle ring; 1 do. emerald and diamond snake ring; 1 do. cluster pearl ring, sapphire in centre; 1 do. ruby and diamond ring; 2 do. pearl rings, 5 pearls in each; 1 do. heart ring, set ruby, sapphire, and diamond; 1 do. set sapphire and diamond; 1 do. cluster ring, set rubies in centre and rose diamonds; 1 do. gipsy ring, set emerald and rose diamonds; 1 do. set sapphire and rose diamonds ; 1 do. ring, set rose diamonds and sapphire; I do. cluster ring, set sapphire in centre and rose diamonds round; 1 do. emerald and rose diamond ring, gipsy setting; 1 do. half- hoop ring, set rose diamonds ; 1 do. pearl and sapphire ring; 2 do. rings, set sapphires or rubies and rose diamonds; 2 do. half round keeper rings; 1 15- ct. gold ring, set 5 rubies; 1 do. set 5 sapphires; 1 do. sapphire and ruby, 5 stones ; 1 9- ct. gold cluster ring, set ruby and 10 pearls round; 1 do. set garnet and 10 pearls round; 1 do. set large pearl and 10 smaller pearls round; 1 do. horse- shoe Mizpah ring, set small coloured stones; 2 do. opal rings, 3 opals, claw setting; 1 do. half- hoop opal ring, 5 stones, claw setting; 3 do. pearl and ruby rings; 3 do. rings; single garnet in claw setting; about 20 other rings of 18- ct., 15- ct. and 9- ct. gold, set various stones and in different designs; 1 15- ct. gold brooch, spray design, set pearls; 1 do. scroll design, set pearls ; 2 do. boat shape; 1 do. set amethyst and pearl; 8 9- ct. gold brooches, various designs; 1 15- ct. gold pin, horse- shoe pattern, set pearl on top ; 1 do. Prince of ales feathers, set emerald and pearl; 2 do. round orna- mented with buttercups, small diamond in centre; 3 do. heart shape, pearl in centre; 1 do. set long opal; 1 do. round, with border, diamond in centre; 3 do. twist- wire pins, with whole pearls fixed on small pins, various designs; 3 do. pins, oval, pearls in centre ; 2 do. set rubies ; about 20 pins, 15- ct. gold, set various stones. The above reward will be paid by Mr. Alexander G. Duncan, jeweller, 55, Upperkirkgate, Aberdeen, to any person giving such information as will lead to the apprehension and conviction of the thief or thieves and the recovery of the property, or in proportion to the amount of such property recovered. Information to the Chief Constable, City Police, Aberdeen. BEDFORDSHIRE. 57.— Biggleswade ( County).— 26th ult., at Sandy, a gold repeater watch, chimes J hours, key- less, double case, No. 120761. Information to Supt. Tatman, Biggleswade. 5 PROPERTY STOLEN ( continued).— DERBYSHIRE. 58 .— Renishaw { County).— 27th ult., by shop- breaking at Clown, 1 pair brown boots, square toes, size 8; 1 pair boots, size 8 ; 1 pair glaced kid boots, size 6 ; 1 pair lady's lace boots, size 6, new; 2 pairs boy's lace boots, size 1, recently soled and heeled; 12 pairs of Higson's Champion revolving rubber heel pads. 24th ult., at Cresswell Colliery, a Royal Ajax road racer bicycle, 22 in. frame, black enamelled, gold lined, dropped handle- bars, black grips, rat- trap pedals, Clincher tyres, inverted lever brakes. P Information to Supt. Andrew, Renishaw, near Chesterfield. 59 - Chesterfield ( Borough).— Between 5th and 8th inst., a lady's long gold guard, old fashioned; 1 gold locket, Italian child painted on one side; 1 gold and enamelled pencil case ; 1 small gold neck chain, locket with spray of flowers engraved thereon, attached; 1 gold ring, set rubies and emeralds; 1 small pewter teapot, cream jug and sugar basin to match. 29th July last, on Midland Railway, between Pwllheli and Chesterfield, via Dore, and Manchester, a lady's 18- ct. gold dress ring, set 7 large pearls; 1 do., set 1 large diamond; 1 do. 18- ct. gold ring, set 1 large topaz; 1 do., set with shield; 1 gold locket, containing lady's photograph, crest bird's wing ; 1 gold bracelet, worked in filigree on top; 1 do., set pearls, horse shoe shape; 1 gold curb bracelet, 1 dia- mond in centre; 1 black onyx brooch, star of pearls set in gold, containing a gentleman's photograph ; 1 gold crescent brooch, set brilliants; several small gold brooches, studs, & c. 31st ult., a Crescent bicycle, 24- in frame, 28- in. wheels, black enamelled, usual parts plated, plating much worn, free wheel, " Crescent " transfer on head, Bowden back brake, front rim brake, inverted levers, rubber pedals, supposed Brooks' saddle ( one spring broken), black pump rather too large for frame, Rudge- Whitworth pattern handle- bars, green celluloid grips, triangular tool bag in frame, hermatic tyres nearly new, mud- guards, carrier on back, black mackintosh cape thereon. Information to the Chief Constable, Chesterfield. KENT. 60.— Chatham ( County).— Between 24th and 25th ult., at Old Brompton, 7 small solid silver tankards with handles, gilt lined, 3 in. deep, in. across, 1 marked M. E. M., 1 M. A. M., 1 K. B. M., 1 M. K. M., 1 G. S. M., 1 H. J. M., 1 G. B. M.; 2 antique silver salt cellars; 1 pair grey tennis trousers. Information to Supt. Rhodes, Chatham. 61.— Ramsgate ( Borough).— 20th or 21st ult., 2 nearly new blue serge reefer jackets, " Dunbar, Tailor, Ramsgate," on tabs. 5th ult., a gold ring, set 3 turquoise, believed to be cracked; 1 lady's do., set 4 diamonds, blue stone in centre. » — • -- • • Information to the Chief Constable, Ramsgate. SUFFOLK ( East). 62.— Lowestoft ( County).— 24th or 25th ult., by shopbreaking, a silver English keyless watch, engine turned, " F. Money, Lowestoft," on dial, No. 57549; 1 do., f- plate plain, No. 50915 ; 1 do. Wal- tham do., engine turned, No. 6836743; 1 do., key wind, engine turned, No. 3487261 ; 1 do., No. 10246683 or 9377229 ; 1 gun metal watch, Ingersoll, Trenton, jointed back and dome, 22*; 1 silver engine- turned watch, Ingersoll, Trenton, 30*; 1 gold filled ( 10- year case) watch, engine turned, screw bezel and back, No. on warranty in back of case, 40* [* Nos. are maker's repeat numbers]; 1 lady's 18- ct. gold geneva watch, engine turned, second hand, gold dial; gem rings, 18- ct. ( 1 each diamond, ruby and sapphire HH ; 3 pearls 2 rubies + HTL, NO. 24 ; 3 sapphires, 2 sparks + t - r Z, No. 29; 1 diamond and 2 sapphires + y -=-, No. 30 ; 3 pearls and 2 rubies + O - r Z, No. 32 ; 1 S. S. rose diamond gipsy + O h- Z, No. 53 ; 1 do. H. e. - b, No. 63; 1 do. + 1 H- L, No. 61 ; 1 do. 117577 No. 69; 1 diamond 2 rubies O H No. 74.) One of the rings was pledged here by— A MAN, age about 21, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., very thin face, clean shaved; dress, brown suit, large dark grey cap. All rings may have some of the following letters scratched inside: E. L. Y. e. Z. t V O. H. +. See Case No. 80, 27th ult. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Lowes- toft. SURREY. 63.— Woking ( County).— 26th ult. at Ockham, 2 silver cups, gold lined, egg- cup shape, about 9 in. high, holding a pint each, plain. Information to Supt. Marks, Woking. SUSSEX ( East). i 64 Uckfield ( County).— Between 28th July and 22nd ult., at Fletching, a 22- ct. gold curb watch chain, medium open links, spring hook worn very thin, jubilee sovereign, and a silver match box, " W. J. S. - from the Miss Mansells, Sparrows Hern Hall," thereon, attached. Information to Supt. Criddle, Uckfield. 65 - Eastbourne ( Borough).— Between 21st and 25th ult., from a hotel bedroom, a 9- ct. gold curb bracelet, rather close pattern, padlook, safety chain, and 2 gilded coins attached, 1 magyar scratched; 1 4d. piece fastened with rings; 1 9- ct. gold round bracelet, clasp fastening with heart, set pearls ( 4 missing); 1 do. curb bracelet, set moonstones at intervals, clasp fastening with safety chain ; 1 lady's 18- ct. gold ring, set diamond with 2 sapphires each side, grooved each side of stones; 1 18- ct. round pendant, about the size of a florin, chased, containing photographs of a man and boy, fine gold chain, broken and tied with black cotton.' Suspicion is attached to A MAN, age about 25, height about 5 ft. 7 in., slight build, rather thin face, hair and eyes dark, of foreign appearance, wearing dark suit. Information to the Chief Constable, Eastbourne. PROPERTY RECOVERED. No. BEDFORDSHIRE. 36.-— Biggleswade ( County).— Bicycle, Case . 53, 9 th July last. KENT. 67 — Ashford ( County).— Watch, Case No. 52, 6th ult., and thieves arrested. ANIMALS & c., STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 68 — L Division.— 25th ult., a black Welsh gelding pony, white star on forehead, " E " branded on off side of throat; a set of black leather harness, brass mounts, " made by Garnet" stamped on blinkers. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. ANIMALS, & c., RECOVERED. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 69 — Y Division.— Gob, Case No. 90, 27th ult. 7th May last, at Tetbury, for housebreaking as HENRY WHEELER. 74 — Derbyshire, Chesterfield ( Borough).— SELINA THORLEY, Case No. 9, lst January last, and sentenced to 1 month's imprison- ment. 75. Essex, Saffron Walden ( County)- — MAN, Case No. 12, 27th ult. U— Hampshire, Southampton ( Borough).— CHARLES EAGLETON, Officf No. 1631- 03, Case No. 95, 14th May last, and committed for trial at County of London Sessions, 7th inst., for larceny. 77. — Kent. Ramsgate ( Borough).— THOMAS BEADLE, Case No. 35, 23rd April last. 78 — Lancashire, Manchester ( City). — JAMES HILL, Office No. 1509- 01, Case No. 23, 26th March, and Tabular Form, 2nd April, 1909, at Old Trafford. 79-— Lincolnshire, Boston ( Borough).— JESSIE FLORENCE CREWE, Office No. 1907- 09, Case No. 25, 6th ult. 80.— Nor folk , Norwich ( City).— HERBERT HOWARD, Case No. 29, 27th ult. 81— Pembrokeshire, Haverford- west Castle ( County). — FREDERICK WILLIAM GARNER, Case No. 39, 23rd July last. 82.— Staffordshire , Tettenhall ( County).— WILLIAM THOMPSON, alias HENRY LEWIS, Case No. 28, 2nd July last, and committed for trial at Stafford Quarter Sessions. 83 — Surrey, Oxted ( County).— WILLIAM RICHARD WRENCH, Case No. 50, 23rd October, 1908. 84.— Yorkshire ( North Riding), Middlesbrough ( Bo>- ough).— HENRY HOL- MAN MITCHAM, Case No. 29, 30th April, last. Riding), CLARA PAR- HAMPSHIRE. 70.— Petersfield ( County).— Pony, Case No. 79, 20th ult. 85.— Yorkshire ( North Scarborough ( Borough).— CLARA P— NABY, Office No. 2928- 02, Case No. 51, 27th ult., and remanded till 3rd inst. 86.— Yorkshire ( West Riding), Halifax ( County).— ERNEST FIRTH, Case No. 99, 20th ult., and property recovered. 7 Yorkshire ( West Riding), Sheffield ( City).— ALBERT RYHEN, Case No. 42, 27th ult., and JOHN FRASER, Case No. 58, 12th February, 1909. LATEST INFORMATION. PERSONS or BODIES FOUND. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. LANCASHIRE. Murder. 71.— Liverpool ( City)-— Identification sought of a man who was murdered on night of 26th ult., age about 40, length about 6 ft. 1 in., stout build, com- plexion fair, hair ( bald in front) light, moustache ginger, two warts right temple, one on right cheek, METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 88.— W Division.— For stealing, 30th ult., a light grey gelding pony, 14 hands, white half moon mark on chest, new shoes; a chestnut gelding pony, 14 hands, hog mane, new hind shoes, crib biter, both in good condition; 2 sets black leather brass mounted harness ( 1 setN. G. M. on bridle and breeching)— TWO MEN, lst, age 40 to 45, height 5 ft. 5 in., stout build, complexion fresh, supposed clean shaved ; wearing dark overcoat and cap, brown boots. 2nd, age 25, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion sallow; wearing light overcoat and cap. May be found hawking linoleum in the country. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Palice Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. anchor, rope, bust of sailor, heart, anchor, bust of woman, girl dancing and American eagle right fore- arm, American flag with spread eagle, clasped hands over heart left forearm, cross flags ( Union Jack and Stars and Stripes) and woman's face back of left hand. Information to the Head Constable, Liverpool. APPREHENSIONS. 72.— Metropolitan Police District, Convict Supervision Office. — HERBERT BLISS, Office No. 3378- 99, labular Form 2nd July last, at King's Heath, for burglary. 73.— Metropolitan Police District, Convict Supervision Office.— IIENIiY CLARKE Office No. 86- 02, Tabular Form HEREFORDSHIRE. 89— Hereford ( City)-— For failing to report — Licence- holder GEORGE TIMOTHY THOMP- SON, Office No. 1709- 03, age 34, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes grey, woman dressed as a soldier left forearm, star and 2 dots back right, pierced heart and sword back left hand; dress, black jacket and vest, white cord trousers, grey cap. A native of Swindon. Sen- tenced at Maidstone Assizes, 26th November, 1904, ; to 5 years penal servitude for arson ( stack). Licensed 20th ult. A. e. 64. Information to the Chief Constable, Hereford. OXFORDSHIRE. 90.— Oxford ( City).— For failing to report, Supervisee ALBERT SMYTHE, alias FREDERICK KING, Office No. 1578- 09, age 21, height 5 ft. 3£ in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes brown, mole right cheek, clasped hands and heart, " true love" right, clasped hands and " friendship " left forearm. A fireman, native of Lowestoft. 2509. Supervisee WILLIAM CLARKE, alias JOHN SMITH, Office No. 1576- 09, age 41, height 5 ft., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes grey, butter- fly, " W," and anchor right, woman, " A," and flag left forearm. Native of Bradford. 2511. Both sentenced at Oxon Quarter Sessions 5th January, 1909, to 9 months hard labour and 3 years super- vision for burglary. Liberated 21st ult. May be dealt with where found. Information to the Chief Constable, Oxford. 6 THE POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 1909. The apprehension of the undermentioned persons is sought for failing to report under the Provisions of the Prevention of Crimes Act. The Police Force requiring the capture is notified under the name of the person, with the exception of the Metropolitan District, which is shown by the letters C. O. ( Convict Office). In all cases where a warrant has been granted, notification will follow name of Force desiring capture. In the event of the capture of persons circulated from C. O. information is to be forwarded to the Assistant Commissioner, Convict Supervision Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. The remainder to the Chief Constable of the Police District named. Division in which known. Name, Metropolitan Police Office No., and Force Desiring Capture. B. E. A, D, W. G, W. L. H. R. ' G. J, N. G, H. K. LICENCE- HOLDERS. BROWN, ROBERT, alias ROBERT BENJAMIN BROWN, 119- 02. C. O. Warrant issued. BRUCE, WM. HENRY, 1325- 09. C. O. JONES, JOHN, alias JOHN HUDDY JOHN SMITH, GEORGE HARRIS, and JOHN CLIVE. 3701- 96. C. O. MACK, DOMINICK, alias WILLIAM SMITH, DOMINICK McEVOY, GEO. BARRETT, GEO. SUMMERS, THOS O'CONNOR, HENRY FRITH, THOS. DUNN, and THOMAS HFNRY. 2815- 01. C. O. MANN, THOMAS, alias OCTAVIUS CLEMENTS, JOHN BARRETT, GEO SMITH, JOHN JENNINGS, ROBERT CLEMENTS, JOHN SULLIVAN, JOHN SMITH, JOHN WHEELER, HENRY THOMAS, and GEORGE WHITE. 1577- 02. C. O. ROSENTHAL, HYMEN. 1293- 09. C. O. STANLEY, GEORGE, alias STANLEY- GEORGE HATCH. 3578- 02. C. O. JENNINGS, JOSEPH, alias GEORGE JENNINGS. 1394- 01. Southampton ( Borough). To be dealt with where found. KILBY, ARTHUR CHARLES, alias ARTHUR HORTON and JOHN WIL- LI AM CHADWICK. 1936- 01. Cardiff ( City). Warrant issued. MELLOR, FRED. alias HARRY WALTERS, HA RRY DAVIES, GEORGE THOMAS SCHULZE, HENRY MARTIN DAVIES, CHAS. MILLER, GEO THEODORE SCHULTZ, and ARTHUR WILSON. 332- 08. Leeds City. To be dealt with where found. MURPHY, DANIEL, alias CHAS. PRICE DANIEL DANDRIDGE, JOHN DANIEL DANDRIDGE, GEO. HENRY DYSON, GEO. HENRY ALIEN, HENRY ELLIS, and DANIEL DEVINE. 1042- 99. Plymouth ( Borough). NELSON, DAVID. 680- 09. Frome ( County). Warrant issued. OSBORNE, DANIEL. 1162- 02. Norwich ( City). Warrant issued. TATTERS ALL, ADAM, alias JOHN SMITH, ALFRED MARTIN, and JOHN HENRY O'NEIL. 1910- 99. Warwick ( County). To be dealt with where found. SUPERVISEES. EDWARDS, HENRY, alias HENRY WM. SELBY, HENRY WILLIAMS, and HENRY SALTER. 2940- 02. C. O. MANSFIELD, WILLIAM, alias GEORGE GODFREY. 1139- 05. C. O. Warrant issued. GANMORE, CHARLES, alias CHARLES MORGAN, CHAS. WILLIAMS, GEO. BAKER, JAMES COOPER, JOHN MORRIS, JOHN WARD, ALBERT EDWARDS, and THOMAS WARD. 3738- 98. C. O. 53 29 42 43 62 HEIGHT. COM. 5 7 32 37 35 28 33 5 1 5 6 5 4 5 4 5 3 5 7 5 9 fresh sallow fresh fresh fresh dark fresh fresh sallow fresh EYES. REMARKS. grey blue ( prtly bald) brn hazel blue dk brn ( prtly bald) dk brn bm ( prtlv bald) blue grey black dk brn 43 48 26 43 69 25 51 5 7 5 5 5 8 5 6 5 10 5 4 pale fresh fresh fair fresh fresh fresh brn ( thin top) dk brn It brn 1st It finger nail deformed Syphilis marks on face Nose broken and scar on bridge dk brn Rt leg short It brn ( thin on top) brn ( trng grey) It brn grey ( prtly bald) grey ( thin) brn dk brn ( bald top) grey brn hazel grey blue blue gv It blue grey blue blue grey " W. C." rt " E. W." It forearm Scar on nose and each cheek Mole It cheek Mole each cheek Nose fractured and flattened Ring 2nd It finger Conviction, Prison Register No. and Date Liberated. Central Criminal Court, 27th April, 1903, 5 years penal servitude for receiving. Liberated on 2nd licence, 1st May, 1909, which expired 22nd August 1909. L U d 155. Brighton Sessions, 10th April, 1907, 3 years penal ser- vitude for larceny. Licensed 10th - July, 1909. h. 200. Central Criminal Court, 21st March, 1904, 5 years penal servitude and remanet of former sentence for uttering base coin. Licensed 22nd April, 1909 which expires 23rd December, 1910. L T Y e 273'. North London Sessions, 26th March, 1907, 3 years penal servitude for larceny person. Licensed 25th June 1909. R X h 242. Central Criminal Court, 18th March, 1907, 3 years penal servitude for larceny. Licensed 17th June 1909. C M h 1124. Monmouth Assizes, 19th February, 1904, 7 years penal servitude for carnal knowledge. Licensed 6th July, 1909. e 62. Central Criminal Court, 23rd July, 1906, 4 years penal servitude for forgery. Licensed 23rd July, 1909. g. 405. Liverpool Assizes, 26th November, 1903, 5 years penal servitude for wounding. Liberated on 2nd licence, 16th June, 1909, which expires 5th October, 1909. d. 603. Warwick County Sessions, 4th April, 1905, 3 years penal servitude for horse stealing. Liberated on 2nd licence, 6th August, 1909, which expires 10th October, 1909. a. f. 179. Wenlock Quarter Sessions, 13th October, 1905, 3 years penal servitude for cycle stealing. Liberated on 2nd licence, 28th July, 1909, which expires 22nd September, 1909. f. 368. Chelmsford Quarter Sessions, 18th May, 1904, 5 years penal servitude for larceny. Liberated on 2nd licence, 18th June, 1909, which expires 16tli September, 1909. V e 391. Bristol Assizes, 28th November, 1906, 3 years penal servitude for wounding with intent. Licensed 5th April, 1909. g 608. Norwich County Sessions, 10th April, 1907, 3 years penal servitude for housebreaking. Licensed " 20th July, 1909. h 140. Aylesbury Assizes, 12th January, 1880, penal servi- tude for life for wounding with intent to murder. Licensed 18th August, 1909. G 74. North London Sessions, 7th April, 1903, 5 years penal servitude and 4 years supervision and remanet for larceny. Licence expired 21 st September, 1908. Liberated from a sentence of 12 months ( subse- quently received) 21st August, 1909. I O U d 382. Central Criminal Court, 22nd October, 1906,12 months hard labour and 2 years supervision for larceny. Liberated 2nd September, 1907. 3257. North London Sessions, 24th April, 1907, 3 years penal servitude from 9th April, 1907, for burglary. Licensed 19th July, 1909. O V Z h 38. List of Licence Holders, Supervisees, Expirees, who have been re- apprehended, for the week ending Aug. 28th, 1909, with the result, & c. Division concerned. Office No. X. 1971— 02 S, Y. 3562— 02 K. 1314— 09 E. 275— 02 G. 518— 01 Bi G, S, X, Y- G. B, V. T, Y. V, W. F, X. L, M, R. E, L. E, G, S, Y. NAME. BAKER, CHARLES EMBLETON, RICHARD FULLER, ALBERT GREY, JOHN HUGHES, JOHN 2027— 00 JOHNSON, HENRY 3695— 99 KEMP, GEORGE Sentence. Date and Place. Fresh Offence with which charged. Re- convicted in Name of Name and Division of Officer. 1961— 96 LYNES, THOMAS 745— 05 382— 03 695— 01 2321— 01 1562- 03 763— 03 1249- 02 MALONEY, THOMAS MARSHALL, JAMES PAGE, FREDERICK SPICER, CHARLES WEBB, EDWARD WILLIAMS, FRANK WILLIAMS, JOHN 3^ years p. s., and 2 years supn. 12 months h. l., and licence revoked 16s. 6d., or 14 days 2 months h. l. 6 weeks h. l. 3 months h. l. 5 years p. s. 3 months h. l. 2 months h. l. 40s. or 1 month ^ years p. s., and 2 years- supn. 18 months h. l. 27s. 6d., or 14 days h. l 5 years p. s., and 3 years supn. 6 months h. l. 25tli Aug., London Co. Sess. Fraud 25tlx Aug., London Co. Sess. Larceny 23rd Aug., East Ham P. Ct. Assault 21st Aug., Market Drayton Failing to report ( Salop) 24th Aug., Hull P. Ct. Assault 23rd Aug., Mansion House Rogue in street P. Ct. 25th Aug., London Co. Sess.! 23rd Aug., Mansion House P. Ct. 25th Aug., Wrexham B. P. Ct. 16th Aug., Clerkenwell P. Ct. 25th Aug., London Co. Sess. 24th Aug., London Co. Sess. 28th Aug., Lambeth P. Ct 26th Aug., London Co. Sess. 24th Aug., London Co. SesB. Receiving Rogue in street Failing to report Trespassing Possessing house- breaking imple- ments by night Housebreaking Assault Burglary Larceny JOHN ALDRIDGE ! Same Name Same Name Same Name Same Name CHARLES HAYDAY Same Name jTHOMAS HARRISON Same Name Same Name Same Name P. S. Lee, C. I. D., K., and P. S. Sudbury, C. I. D., F. P. S. Tomblin, C. I. D., D., and P. S. Taylor, C. I. D., T. P. C. Brace, 391 K. Same Name Same IName ARTHUR GREGORY JOHN DORKINGS Det. Martin, C. P. D. D. Inspr. Neil, Y., and P. S. Goodcliild, C. I. D., Y. Det. Martin, C. P. P. C. Tuck, 383 Y„ and P. C. Butters, C. I. D., Y. P. S. Newland and P. S. Phelps, C. I. D., B. P. S. Senior, 14 X. P. C. Amos, 298 M. P. S. Pepler, 38 W., and P. S. Haywood, 111 K P. C. Thomson, 399 C., and P. S. Hill, C. I. D., C. LONDON : PRINTED FOR HIS MAJESTY'S STATIONARY OFFICE BY HARRISON AND SONS, ST. MARTIN'S LANE, W. C., PRINTERS IN ORDINARY TO HIS MAJESTY.