GAZETTE PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 1909. VOL. XXVI., No. 2682. REGUL. 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 SABD, 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. v. per portrait, and engravings of stolen property at a cost of 6s. 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. 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. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 1.— Convict Supervision Office. For failing to report Supervisee FRANK HOWARD, alias GEORGE WILLIAMS, Office No. 1595- 08, age 24, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes hazel, scar under lower lip, dots right forearm. A fireman, native of Bristol. Sentenced at Oxon Quarter Sessions, 5th January, 1909, to 9 months hard labour and 3 years supervision for burglary. Liberated 27th ult., when he reported at Oxford proceeding to London, but has not since reported. 2510. May be dealt with where found. 2.— E Division.— For stealing ( servant) £ 20— RONALD H. MACKINNON, a Scotchman, Office No. S/ 87508, age 22, height 5 ft. 6£ in., stiff build, complexion fresh, hair black ( curly), eyes brown; dress, black coat and vest, striped trousers, black hard felt hat. Has been convicted at Greenock, Margate and London. 3.— G Division.— For stealing ( bailee) £ 40, 19th ult.— CHARLES GRIMM, age 67, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh, hair turning grey, eyes small; dress, dark grey tweed suit, stamped " St. Leonard's, Shoreditch," white neckerchief, lace boots. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BERKSHIRE. 4.— Reading ( Borough).— For failing to report — Licence- holder THOMAS WILLIAMS alias DAVIS, HARRISON, ENDLEMAN, and HARRIS, Office No. 2189- 98, age 45, height 6 ft. 0J in. com- plexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes hazel, dot left forearm. An engraver, native of Birmingham. Sentenced at Berks Assizes, 4th November, 1905, to 3 years penal servitude and remanet of former sentence, for coining. Liberated on licence 8th July last, which expires 29th May, 1910. L. Q. Z. f. 578. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Reading. 5.— Windsor ( Borough).— For obtaining 5s. by false pretences, 3rd inst. WARD, age 25 to 30, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., hair and slight moustache light brown ; dress, dark jacket suit, engineer's blue cap, bright peak, appearance of a seafaring man. He called at several houses, presented a subscription list, and stated he was a signalman in the employ of the Great Western Railway, and was authorised to collect money on behalf of the widow and family of a guard killed on duty at Slough. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Windsor. CA RNA R VONSHIRE. 6.— Bangor ( County).— For obtaining £ 5 by a forged cheque, 23rd ult.— FRANCIS ARTHUR PHILLIPS, alias RALPH KERR, and MANNERS, ( Case No. 8, 3rd inst.), age 24 to 28, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., sturdy build, complexion fresh, hair brown, clean shaved; dress, navy blue suit. An architect, believed a native of Chorley, Lanes. Stated he was a medical student at the Birmingham University. Accompanied by A MAN, age about 20, height 5 ft. 6 in., hair black, clean shaved; dress, navy blue suit. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Guest, Bangor. CHESHIRE. 7.— Liscard ( County).— For stealing £ 55 10s.; a 22- ct. gold wedding ring; 1 diamond ring set 2 sapphires; 1 pearl brooch with three bars— ROBERT HENRY BENSON, alias DR. BENSON, age 45, height 5 ft. 1 or 2 in., stout build, round features, hair ( bald on top) light, clean shaved, eyes blue, German accent; dress, navy blue serge suit, navy blue tie with white stripes, round pin set ruby and pearls ; brownish soft felt hat. Had in his possession a brown leather case containing eyeglasses. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. McHale, Liscard. 8.— Nantwich ( County).— For stealing ( trick) a bicycle ( recovered)— JOSEPH HENRY RISHTON, age 21, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion sallow, hair brown, curl on front, clean shaved, eyes grey, scar right cheek; dress, dark coat, grey vest ( 4 pockets), grey cap, Scotch plaid ( black and white) seamless cycling knickers, cycling stockings with fancy tops, red- knitted muffler. A native of Blackburn. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Farnworth, Nantwich. DERBYSHIRE. 9.— Derby ( County). — WALTER GILLI- BRAND, Office No. 1235- 08, Case No. 13, 19th February, and Tabular Form, 5th March, 1909, not now wanted, he having reported. ESSEX. 10.— Braintree ( County). — For stealing ( bailee) a bicycle, 10th ult. HEAD, alias F. WILLIAMS, age 45, height 5 ft. 7 in., stout build, complexion fresh, hair dark, eyes dark blue, very deaf ; dress, dark suit, cap. A painter. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Terry, Braintree. 11.— Epping ( County).— For stealing ( bailee) at Ongar, 21st ult., a bicycle, transfer on head " J. Surridge, the Mikado Motor Cycle Depot, Ongar, Essex," 25 in. frame, 28 in. wheels, Dunlop tyres, plated rims, Sturmey- Archer 3- speed gear, enamelled black— W. G. DRAKE, age 31, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., spare build, complexion freckled, hair sandy, freckles on arms. A baker, native of Fyfield, Ongar. A pensioner of the Army Service Corps. Served in the South African war. Warrant issued. 12.— Epping ( County).— For failing to report— Licence- holder ARTHUR JONES, alias TUCKER, WARD, TAYLOR and YOUNG, Office No. 2974- 97, age 39, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes grey, flag right, " A " left forearm. A native of Ongar. Sentenced at Chelmsford Sessions, 28th November, 1906, to 3 years penal servitude for larceny. Licensed 29th March, 1909.. c. g. 557. Information to Supt. Laver, Epping. GLAMORGANSHIRE. 13.— Cardiff ( City).— For stealing ( bailee) a quantity of furniture— THOMAS LEE GROVES,. alias LE GROS, age about 48, height 5 ft. 8 in., stout build, complexion and hair dark, short pointed beard, black moustache ; dress, morning suit and bowler hat. A furniture dealer, native of Jersey. He left here 24th July last, and is believed to be in business as a furniture dealer at Cricklewood, London. Warrant issued. 14.-— Cardiff ( City).— For stealing a pair of vases, 1 table cover, & c.— KATE EDWARDS, age 30, height 5 ft. 7 in., slight build, complexion pale, hair dark; dress, grey coat and skirt, white blouse, chiffon scarf. A domestic servant. Convicted at Barmouth of larceny. Last heard of at Salford, 28th ult. Warrant issued. 15.— Cardiff ( City).— For failing to report— Licence- holder THOMAS KING, Office No. 1667- 09, age 23, height 5 ft. 1 in., complexion sallow, hair and eyes brown ( cast right), 5 dots left wrist. A native of London. Sentenced at Wells Quarter Sessions 10th April, 1907, to 3 years penal servitude for burglary. Licensed 25th ult. h. 174. Warrant issued. Information to the Head Constable, Cardiff. 16.— Swansea ( Borough).— For obtaining £ 3 by false pretences, 27th ult.— C. REDMAN, alias WITHY, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 7 in., hair and moustache sandy; dress, blue serge suit, blue tie, brown boots, wearing a gold watch chain. Believed a native of Bristol. He represents himself to be an engineer or steward of a ship in port, calls on trades- men and boarding- house keepers, pays a bill with a worthless advance note, obtains the change and decamps. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Swansea. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 17.— Bristol ( City).— For stealing 28th ult. a bicycle ( recovered)- FREDERICK WRIGHT, age 19, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., stiff build, complexion and hair dark; dress, blue serge coat, blue trousers ( striped), coloured muffler. A gardener. He has been an inmate of Kingswood Reformatory, where he was sent for larceny. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. THE POLICE GAZETTE. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 357, 1909. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued).— 18.— Bristol ( pity).— For stealing, 7th ult., a silver albert, small curb links, pencil case, and silver Jamaica coin, attached; 1 nearly new dark grey lounge suit, blue stripe; 1 white shirt; 1 double collar, laundry mark 183 ; 1 pair black merino socks ; 1 black handle razor, " crown and sword " on blade ; and about 10s.— SIDNEY WITHEY, age about 30, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fair, thin fa^ e, light brown moustache, eyes blue, teeth very much discoloured, heart pierced with arrow tattooed right forearm; dress, dark grey jacket and vest ( trousers lighter material), violet tie, dirty white straw hat, black band, lace boots, wearing a brown leather watch guard, and gold colour snake pattern ring. A native of Bristol. He takes lodgings, and during absence of occupier commits the offence and decamps. He has obtained several sums by seamen's bogus advance notes. In possession of a seaman's discharge book. May be found at lodging or refreshment houses or shipping offices. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. 19.— Bristol ( City).— For failing to report- Licence - holder GEORGE ANDREWS, alias PARKER and BROWNING, Office No. 2590- 02 ( Illustrated Circular 90, figure 19), age 34, height 5 ft. 7- i in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, scar root of nose and on right wrist; dress, 14th ult., brown suit, bowler hat, had a bandage round head as the result of an injury. A native of Bristol. Sen- tenced at Bridgwater Quarter Sessions, 20th October, 1903, to 5 years penal servitude for larceny. Liberated on subsequent sentence, 17th July, 1909. Y. d. 411. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Bristol. Plaxted, Kent. Represents himself as a comedian. Had with him a bicycle. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Ford, West Mailing. HAMPSHIRE. 20. — Winchester ( City). — For bastardy arrears— WILLIAM JAMES MAY, alias GUS. HARDING, age 33, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, cut scar top of head 2 in. long, W. May tattooed inside left forearm, bust of female inside right forearm. A stage carpenter, native of Winchester. May be found with theatrical • companies, taking small parts. Frequents Portsmouth and Scotland. Warrant issued. Information to the Head Constable, Winchester. HEREFORDSHIRE. 21.— Ledbury ( County).— For failing to report — Licence- holder HENRY JAMES ANDERSON, Office No. 914- 09, age 46, height 5 ft. 2 in., com- plexion fresh, hair brown ( turning grey), eyes blue, brown, wreath and flag right, shield and flags left forearm, anchor and " H. L. A." back left hand. A native of Goring, Oxon. Sentenced at Reading Assizes, 30th January, 1907, to 3 years penal servitude for arson ( stack). Licensed 5th May, 1909. h. 54. May be dealt with where found. Information to Supt. Thomas, Ledbury. ISLE OF WIGHT. 22.— Newport ( County).— For obtaining money by fraud, at Sandown, 30th June last— EDITH SARAH JAMES, age about 40, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, wears glasses, addicted to drink; dress, blue coat and skirt, collar and tie. An authoress, native of Manchester. Is well known at Bognor and Winchester. Will probably be accompanied by an invalid woman. Photograph can be seen on application. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy i Chief Constable, Newport, I. of W. KENT. 23.— West Mailing ( County).— For stealing -( trick) postal orders— A MAN, age about 35, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion and slight moustache dark, of good address ; dress, dark blue or black knicker suit, black leggings. Appearance of a clerk. He calls at post offices in villages, purchases a registered envelope, also postal orders, pretends to place the orders in the envelope, tenders a cheque in payment, and on being informed that the cheque cannot be cashed states he will get it changed at a public- house, leaving the registered envelope on the counter, which on being opened contains paper only. The orders are cashed at the next village shortly afterwards. Warrant issued. 24.— West Mailing ( County).— For larceny and false pretences— MOSS JENNER, age about 22, ; height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fair, hair light, a cripple, right hip supposed deformed; dress, dark cycling suit, dark cap, lace boots. A native of LANCASHIRE. 25.— Rawtenstall ( County).— For stealing, 30th ult., from his lodgings a suit of clothes ( recovered)— JOHN WHITTAKER, alias RAMS- BOTTOM, age 24, height 5 ft. 5 in., fresh com- plexion, hair brown, clean shaved, eyes blue, cut mark under chin, 4 artificial front upper teeth; dress, blue serge suit, double- breasted jacket, 2 rows of brass buttons in front, and gold lace on sleeves, cap, gold badge and glazed peak, brown boots; or; blue serge suit, grey cap, brown boots. In possession of a sailor's white kit bag. A ship's steward or baker. He obtains lodgings, stating he is engaged on a ship which is at Liverpool, or Glasgow, or some other port, and that he is taking a short holiday whilst his ship is in port; after staying a few days he decamps. Previously convicted at Bradford, Blackburn and Bury. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. McLean, Rawtenstall, near Manchester. £ 50 Reward. 26.— Liverpool ( City).— For stealing, 25th ult., 10 bales of cotton ( recovered) — WILLIAM MCARTHUR, age about 40, height about 5 ft. 9 in., square shoulders, hair and moustache brown, turning grey, pimples on face, of smart appearance; dress, blue serge suit, narrow fancy tie, bowler hat. A cotton dealer. Is well known to racing men. Warrant issued. The above reward, or such part of it as may seem fitting to the Head Constable, City Police, Liverpool, will be paid by him for information leading to the apprehension of above. The reward will only hold good until 30th November, 1909. Information to the Head Constable, Liverpool. 27 — Salford ( Borough).— JOHN RYAN, Office No. 1494- 09, Case No. 30, 3rd inst., not now wanted. 28.— Warrington ( Borough).— Escaped from custody, 15th ult., while on remand charged with stealing boots, and being on enclosed premises with intent to commit a felony— WILLIAM or ELLIS CALDWELL, age 14, height 4 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey; dress, grey knicker suit, and cap, dark red muffler, black stockings, - lace boots. A native of Horwich, near Bolton. In March last he was committed to the Akbar Nautical School Reformatory, Heswall, and absconded 5th ult. May be found on canal banks or less frequented roads making his way to Yorkshire or other colliery districts. Information to the Chief Constable, Warrington. MONMOUTHSHIRE. 29.— Risca ( County).-— For failing to report— Licence- holder PHILLIP ADAMS, Office No. 3364- 02, age 33, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes hazel, fleshy growth back of neck, I. L. S. A. E. F., dagger, clasped hands, bust of woman, flags, & c., left forearm, I. L. M. A., MABY, flowers, & c., left hand. A native of Romford. Sentenced at West Ham Sessions, 15th December, 1905, to 4 years penal servitude and remanet of former sentence for warehouse- breaking. Liberated on licence, 13th July last, which expires 30th August, 1910. d, f. 243. May be dealt with where found. Information to Supt. Porter, Risca. PEMBROKESHIRE. 30.— Pembroke Dock ( County). — For embezzling £ 4 10s. — WILLIAM BERRY, alias CHAMBERLAIN, age 45, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., hair dark, bald on top, heavy moustache brown, American accent, plausible manner, very sociable disposition; dress, black morning coat, light trousers, straw or bowler hat. A canvasser, lately for hand- painted mirrors. Accompanied by his wife and child. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Thomas, Pembroke Dock. SHROPSHIRE. 31.— Whitchurch ( County).— For obtaining £ 2 by false pretences, 3rd inst.— ERNEST BEN- NETT, age 36, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., hair and heavy moustache light, eyes blue, very thick lips, abscess mark left cheek or jaw; dress, dark suit, black hard hat, lace boots. A dealer, native of Shrewsbury. May be found in company of betting men, or playing billiards in public houses. He calls upon clergymen and states he has come into the district to complete a purchase for his father but has not sufficient money with him. Warrant issued. 32.— Whitchurch ( County). — For stealing ( bailee) 16th ult., a " Wearwell" bicycle, 24 in. frame, black enamelled, two inverted lever brakes, rubber pedals, plated rims, Macintosh tyres, 28 in. by 11 in. steel mud- guards, free wheel, flat handle- bars— PERCY GOODWIN STOCKTON, alias BURROWS and DUCKERS, age 21, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, round features, hair dark, clean shaved ; dress, navy blue suit, grey or green peak cap, brown boots, silver watch chain sometimes worn in coat. May have with him a brown suit and a pair of brown leather leggings. A farm labourer, native of Whit- church. May seek employment with hauliers. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Lucas, Whitchurch. SOMERSETSHIRE. 33.— Glastonbury ( County).— For obtaining a pair of boots by false pretences— JAMES WIL- LIAM COLES, alias YARDHAM, and JAMES GARDENER, age about 32, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache light brown, tattoo marks on both arms ( female, supposed on one); dress, dark suit with small light stripes, dark cap, brown boots, blacked, may be wearing brown jacket and vest, light brown breeches, brown leather leggings, muffler. A farm labourer, supposed a native of Lacock, Wilts. Recently convicted at Calne. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Sparkes, Glastonbury. 5 TA FFORDSHIRE. 34.— Brierley Hill ( County).— For obtaining food by false pretences ( representing he was a con- tractor erecting a building, and in receipt of a large income)— Licence- holder ROBERT SMITHYMAN, alias CHAMBERLAIN and GREEN, Office No. 159- 02, age 70, height 5 ft. 0| in., complexion fresh, hair grey, eyes hazel, scar forehead, front of neck and each forearm, right wrist has been broken, walks quickly; dress, blue serge suit, light brown cap. A native of Warwick. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Johnson, Brierley Hill. 35.— Smethwick ( County).— For stealing a lady's coat, 12th ult.— Licence- holder SAMUEL WHILES, Office No. 1775- 05, age 26, height 5 ft. in., complexion sallow, hair and eyes brown, Staffordshire knot and crossed flags left forearm; dress, dark suit, muffler, and cap. A native of Stockton- on- Tees. Has been convicted at Stafford, Liverpool, and Smethwick. Accompanied by JANE STOKES, age 23, who is wanted on the same charge. Warrants issued. Information to Supt. Goodwin, Smethwick. SUFFOLK ( East). 36.— Ipswich ( Borough).— For obtaining money by a worthless cheque, 21st July last— J. WILSON, age ' about 60, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 ins., complexion fresh, hair and moustache nearly white, carries his head slightly forward, plausible manner, of military appearance; dress, grey suit, and soft felt hat, lavender kid gloves. He presented a cheque for £ 3 14s. 6d. on the London and County Banking Co., Hanover Square Branch, drawn by G. Davidson in favour of J. Wilson, in payment of goods, and obtained £ 1 13s. balance. See cases Nos. 35, 12th, and 16, 26th February last. Warrant issued. 37.— Ipswich ( Borough).— For stealing £ 3 13s from a cash register, 2nd inst.— A MAN, age 26 to 30, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion swarthy, hair dark, clean shaved, rather thick upper lip; dress, dark suit ( greasy), carried a black bag containing oil can and tools. He called at a shop, stated he was employed by the National Cash Register Co., London, and had been sent to oil the machine. Warrant issued. 38.— Ipswich ( Borough).— For leaving his children chargeable to the parish of Ipswich— DAVII) THORRINGTON, age 42, height 5 ft. 2£ in., weight about 8 stone, complexion swarthy, hair and eyes dark; dressed as a seaman. A quay labourer or seaman. Native of Ipswich. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Ipswich. SUSSEX ( West). 3d.-- Midhurst ( County).— For false pretences — THOMAS KNOTT, age about 40, height about 5 ft. 9 in., round shoulders and features, complexion dark, moustache; dress, blue jacket and trousers, fancy vest, black hard felt hat; WILLIAM MEWS, age about 30, height about 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fresh, clean shaved ; dress, grey suit, cap. Hawkers. Had with them a chestnut horse attached to a van, painted green, picked out red and yellow, red wheels, picked out red and white, 21 in circle and Lane with a buckle underneath on middle of van, off side. May be found at Wimbledon, Portsmouth, Brighton, Hove, Burgess Hill or Merton. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Webling, Midhurst. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 1909. THE POLICE GAZETTE. 5 PORTRAITS OF PERSONS WANTED. LANCASHIRE. 40.— Liverpool ( City).— For shopbreaking, | seek employment as a joiner. He was arrested 24th July— JOHN McKENNA, age 33, height 6 ft. in., slight build, complexion fresh, sharp nose, hair very light, clean shaved, eyes grey. May 24th July last and taken to a workhouse to injuries received, and escaped 17th ult. Information to the Head Constable, Liverpool. owing LINCOLNSHIRE. 41 . — Boston ( Borough).— For obtaining money by false pretences 18th ult.— WILLIAM EWART SMALLEY, 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, 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 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 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. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). il.— Todmorden ( County).— For stealing, 2nd inst., from her lodgings at Hebden Bridge, a 9- ct. gold albert, open curb or dog link pattern, gold shield with plain raised shield in centre as pendant attached; 1 lady's silver geneva watch, No. 125858-, flowered 1 pair black stockings; 1 white linen Peter Pan collar; 1 pair button boots, glace kid, high heels, size 6.— MAGGIE LESLIE, age about 29, height about 5 ft. 1 in., complexion pale, hair brown, eyes ( large) grey, artificial teeth ( one broken), of smart appearance and METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 43.— C 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. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 44.— 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), 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, 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. back, gold hands, blue numerals, ornamental dial; 1 lady's black American leather satchel, two clasp fasteners, small purse fitted inside; 1 lady's cream colour flowered silk handkerchief; also for obtaining by false pretences a green cloth underskirt; 1 blue striped delaine blouse, small plaid between stripes; good address : dress, long light jacket, gilt grey skirt, black and white check blouse, black hat with black and white quills, button shoes. May be wearing the clothing obtained by false pretences. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hollis, Todmorden. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued).— WA R WICKS HIRE. 45.— Aston Manor ( County).— For failing to report— Supervisee ALFRED COOPER, alias LUKE HASTY, Office No. 960- 08, age 24, height 5 ft. 7f in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes brown, bracelet and girl left forearm, " J. A." left wrist. A native of Birmingham. Sentenced at Birmingham Sessions, 29th October, 1904, to 9 months hard labour and 2 years supervision for burglary Liberated 13th June, 1908. 3582. Warrant issued. 46.— Aston Manor ( County).— For house- breaking— Supervisee WILLIAM McNICKLE, alias NICHOLLS, Office No. 466- 06, age 26, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes brown, heart, dagger, and " 2288" right, 2 crosses and " 231 " left forearm. A native of Birmingham. Sentenced at Birmingham Sessions, 31st March, 1908, to 15 months hard labour and 2 years super- vision for larceny. Liberated 15th April, 1909. 6486. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Aston Manor. 6 THE POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 1909. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued). 47.— Birmingham ( City).— For warehouse- breaking and stealing metal— Licence- holder HARRY WHEELER, alias HACKETT, Office No. 1280- 05, age 30, height 5 ft. 3| in., complexion dark, hair and eyes brown, scar forehead, under right eye, and back of neck. A native of Birmingham. Sentenced at Birmingham Quarter Sessions, 14th February, 1907, to 3 years penal servitude for warehouse- breaking. Licensed 17th May, 1909. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested beyond the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, Birmingham. WILTSHIRE. 48.— Salisbury ( City).— For stealing from her lodgings between 27 th and 31st ult., a white under- skirt ; £ 7 10s.; 1 fawn colour leather purse, contain- ing 4s.— NELLIE BEVAN, alias RANSOM, BEVIN I and SYLVESTER, Office No. S/ 28075 ( Illustrated Circular 93, Figure 19), Case No. 96, 20th ult., age 27, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion very pale, hair brown, eyes blue, scar right eyebrow; dress, grey skirt, white or blue silk blouse, long bright green cloak, navy blue sailor hat, black veil. Had with her a boy about 5 months old. This woman called at the Girls Friendly Society's branch, 27th ult., inquiring for lodgings, stating that she was an old member of the society ; she was recommended to a small private house, where she took lodgings for a month, offering to pay £ 1 per week, and stated that her husband was a police sergeant at Birchington, Kent, and that she had come for a holiday; appeared to be able to speak French and German, and talked a great deal about history and historical towns, & c. Left 31st ult., after receiving a telegram purporting , to have come from her husband asking her to return at once, but this was subsequently found to have been handed in by her at tho local post office. She usually obtains food and lodgings, also charitable contributions by false pretences, and steals from lodgings as oppor- tunity occurs. Has been convicted at Alford, Ley- bourne, Grimsby, Reading, East Kent, Lewes and Oxford. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Salisbury. YORKSHIRE ( East Riding). 49.— Bridlington ( County).— For stealing lis., 4th inst.,— WILLIAM FRANKLAND, alias JAMES FRANKLIN and SULLIVAN, age 32, height 5 ft. 41 in., complexion dark, hair and moustache dark brown, eyes blue ; dress, old dark blue suit, grey plaid cap, old lace boots. A lodging house deputy, native of Belgrave, Leicester. Stays at common lodging houses. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. East, Bridlington. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 50.— Todmorden ( County).— For obtaining 8s. by false pretences— CHARLES GIBSON, age 39, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair light ( sandy), eyes blue, addicted to drink; dress, blue coat, dark fancy vest, green glass buttons, light cord trousers, black and white plaid scarf, cap. A blacksmith, native of Todmorden. Warrant issued. 51.— Todmorden ( County).— For stealing, 1st inst., an old English lever watch, gold hands, large hand bent; 1 imitation gold guard, secret link pattern; 1 do. curb bracelet, locket attached; 1 copper wire bracelet, knotted pattern, initials B. O. engraved on front; 1 imitation gold chain, heart- shape locket attached; 1 silvered brooch, B set in glass ; 1 shell purse, " Present from Blackpool " on front; 1 green leather purse and 5s.-— A MAN, age 40, height 5 ft. 5£ in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, heavy moustache light, eyes grey, scars right cheek bone, outer corner of right eye, and outside left thigh, 2 scars left foot, 2 moles right breast, moles between and under shoulder blades, M. W. O. T. W. and dot left forearm; dress, dark jacket and vest, light cord trousers, blue scarf, large peak cap, clogs. Supposed a native of Manchester. Previously convicted at places in Lancashire. Information to Supt. Hollis, Todmorden. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. BR EC ONSHIRE. 52.— Crickhowell ( County).— Committed for trial at next Quarter Sessions, charged with house- breaking and larceny— WILLIAM REUBEN HAMP- TON, age 17J ( looks older), height 5 ft. 6£ in., com- plexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes ( defective) grey, wears glasses, boil scar back of neck, hole left jaw, large scar on hip; dress, dark square cut jacket, navy blue vest, double breasted, dark trousers, blue neckerchief with white spots, brown cap, old light boots. Believed a native of Walthamstow. Sentenced , at Essex Assizes, 1st February, 1909, to 3 months imprisonment for stealing a bicycle. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Brynmawr. BUCKINCHA MS HIRE. 53.— Chesham ( County).— Sentenced at Ches- ham Petty Sessions, 1st inst., to 6 months hard labour for cycle stealing — EDWARD CHARLES JUPP, Office No. S/ 89670 ( Case No. 12, 9th July last), age 26, height 5 ft. 5| in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes blue, nose crooked, rose, sham- rock, thistle, scroll " LIZZIE," sword, flag and ship right, clasped hands, " TRUE LOVE," horse's head, shoe, whip, & c., left forearm; dress, grey striped suit, cap. A native of Crayford, Kent. Has been convicted of similar offences at Rye, Hayward's Heath and Bridport, supposed wanted elsewhere. Information to Supt. Trevener, Chesham. DEVONSHIRE. 54.— Exeter ( City).— Remanded, charged with housebreaking— STEPHEN LANGLE Y, age 19 to 20, height 5 ft. 8| in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes hazel, small mole back of left forearm, birth mark and scar front of left ear, very marked twitching of eyes. A pedlar. ERNEST BUTLER, age about 20, height 5 ft. 7| in., complexion fair, hair light brown, burn scar back of right forearm. A pedlar. States he is a native of Nottingham. ALBERT PAUL, age about 18, height 5 ft. 6 in., slight build, complexion pale, hair dark brown, eyes grey. States he is a native of Forest Gate, London. Had in his possession a pedlar's certificate issued at Southend- on- Sea, 12 th September, 1908. They stayed at a common lodging- house, and have been hawking cheap postcards. Found in their possession a Burmese or Indian silver cream jug, snake handle, richly chased; 1 large Indian or Burmese silver chased knob of umbrella or stick; 1 small silver chased box, Indian or Burmese style; 1 open face English silver lever, key winding, engine- turned back; 1 lady's silver watch, open face, key winding, No. 8488, engraved back, rather small; 1 open face keyless watch, nickel- plated, " Williams, Twickenham and St. Margarets," engraved on dial; 1 steel geneva open face keyless watch, No. 2403750, in metal dust- protector case; 1 lady's silver do., No. 50807, engraved back, painted opal dial; 5 silver thimbles, different sizes and patterns; a rosary with mother- of- pearl cross engraved " Jerusalem " ; 3 pairs of scissors, nearly new; 1 9- ct. hollow curb pattern ring; 3 small thick Indian or Chinese silver coins, with chased symbols; 3 Swiss metal or nickel 20 centime pieces, dated 1906; 3 do. 10 centime pieces ; 4 do. 5 centime pieces; 3 golf balls ; 2 mouth organs; 1 razor, " The Oscar," in case; 1 box of O. K. paper fasteners; 1 fishing line and float; 1 reel and line and book of fish hooks; 1 pair green socks, marked " Unex "; 1 patent metal matchbox; 1 new gold and brown colour handkerchief. Information to the Chief Constable, Exeter. ESSEX. 55.— Braintree ( County).— Remanded, charged with stealing a metal watch, 31st ult.— ANNIE TAYLOR, age 40, height 5 ft. 4£ in., complexion pale, hair dark brown, eyes grey, mole on chest; dress, black cashmere blouse, dark grey tailor- made skirt, black braided coat, black hat trimmed chiffon and black plumes. Information to Supt. Terry, Braintree. 56 — Saffron Walden ( County).— Com- mitted for trial at next Essex Assizes, charged with sacrilege— DOUGLAS PHILLIP ROPER NUNN, age 50, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion sallow, hair and moustache dark brown ( turning grey), eyes blue, flat nose ( has been broken); dress, dark brown and grey mixture Norfolk cycling suit, clerical collar and cravat, dark brown cycling stockings, white straw hat with black band, lace boots. A clergyman, of Brent- wood, formerly rector of Hessett, Suffolk. Supposed wanted elsewhere. Photograph can be seen on application. Found in his possession ( supposed stolen) a pair of Sheffield plated telescope candle- sticks, 7 in. high; 1 brass or copper sun- dial, 10 in. across, showing months and dates, London, Liverpool, Mexico, Bengal and other places around edge fitted with still and sub- still; 1 brass round eight- day French or American clock, white face, black figures and hands; 1 hat brush; 1 hair brush; 1 black comb ; 1 lady's silk umbrella ( handle imitation swan's head, glass eyes); 1 metronome, walnut wood case, 9 in. high, stands on 3 brass knobs, brass shield and crown on front. Information to Supt. Hailstone, Saffron Walden. HAMPSHIRE. 57.— Bournemouth ( County).— Committed for trial at Bournemouth Borough Quarter Sessions, charged with housebreaking— JOHN DAVIS, alias WILLIAM TAIT and WILLIAM TATE, age 62, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion'fresh, hair ( thin on top) dark, turning grey, clean shaved, eyes grey; dress, dark tweed suit, dark cap, turn- down rubber collar, dark tie. A native of Hull. Previously con- victed at Lewes Assizes and West Kent Sessions of receiving and housebreaking. 58.— Bournemouth ( County).— Committed for trial at the Bournemouth Borough Quarter Sessions, charged with unlawful wounding— JESSE POURALLI, an Italian, age 24, height 5 ft. 6f in., complexion dark, hair dark brown, moustache dark, eyes brown, Rose, Maud Love, Curtis tattooed back right arm, ring left middle finger, scar right side of mouth ; dress, blue suit, dark cap, muffler. A native of Portsmouth. He travels the country with a street organ, accompanied by a woman. Stays at common lodging- houses. Information to Supt. Hack, Bournemouth. NORFOLK. 59.— Loddon ( County).— Remanded till 15th inst., charged with stealing 10s. — AUGUSTUS MARTIN PARRY, age 40, height 5 ft. 5 ins., com- plexion pale, hair dark brown, eyes blue, artificial teeth. A butler, native of London. States he was employed at Chertsey, Surrey. Supposed previously convicted. Information to Supt. Lord, Loddon. SHROPSHIRE. 60.— Whitchurch ( County).— Committed for trial at Salop Quarter Sessions, 19th prox., charged with larceny from offertory box, 12th ult.— Licence- ! holder DAVID DA VIES, alias DANIEL DA VIES, WILLIAM HALL, and WALTER EVANS, Office No. 1625- 02, Case No. 12, 16th July last, age 67, height 5 ft. 51 in. complexion fresh, hair grey ( partly bald), eyes blue, scar bridge of nose, right ankle has been broken; dress, blue suit, hard hat, brown over- coat, heavy boots. A native, of Llanfyllin, Mont- gomery. Found in his possession a gunmetal keyless watch, with metal chain, coin and key attached; 1 pocket knife; 1 clothes brush, black and white bristles ; 1 steel drill; 1 wood chisel; and £ 1 19s. 6d. Information to Supt. Lucas, Whitchurch. YORKSHIRE ( North Riding). 61.— Mai ton ( County).— Sentenced to 1 month's hard labour, charged with larceny ( dwelling) 5th inst.— CHARLES FREDERICK DONALD, age about 40, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, scdT right leg below knee; dress, dark jacket and vest, brown cord trousers, grey cap, light lace boots. States he is a native of Dewsbury. Information to Supt. Heald, Malton. PROPERTY STOLEN. DERBYSHIRE. 62.— Buxton ( Cmnty).— 3rd inst., by burglary ( hotel), a dark grey overcoat, f length, 2 outside and 1 inside pockets, black lining, single breasted, 4 buttons, slit up centre of back; 1 heavy blue over- coat, velvet collar, black lining, 2 inside and 2 outside pockets, saque back, pointed cuffs on sleeves, black lining, supposed " Smith and Son " on tab at back; 1 blue overcoat, black lining, damagect~ at bottom, 2 side and 2 inside pockets, velvet collar, saque back, black buttons ( top one missing), makers " Holmes and Son, Buxton," supposed on tab; and £ 1. Suspicion is attached to TWO MEN, 1st, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 11 in., hair dark, moustache dark brown, eyes dark, full face; dress, light grey over- coat, light stripe running through, double collar, red tie, striped cap, light boots; 2nd, age 30, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., hair dark brown, moustache light, eyes dark, full face; dress, dark suit, faint stripe, light boots, carried an umbrella. Both are of shabby genteel appearance. An old broken shoemaker's ! knife, " M " cut thereon, was left behind. 5th or 6th inst., from a hotel, a small gold safety pin, small diamond tortoise in centre; 1 do., with Coldstream star set small diamond in centre ; 1 do., pearl at one end, 3 small diamonds at other; 1 small oblong diamond brooch; 1 light plain gold bangle with Brahma key attached; and about £ 7 6s., including a £ 5 note. Information to Supt. James, Buxton. DUMFRIES HIRE. 63.— Dumfries ( County).— 7th inst., by house- breaking at Cummertrees Post Office, a £ 5 Bank of Scotland note; 4 £ 1 bank notes ( 1 supposed British Linen Bank); £ 15 worth of postage stamps to Is.); 5s. worth of stamped post cards; 12 foreign coupons ; 1 brown " registered" - envelope ; and £ 1 2s. lid.— Suspicion is attached to A MAN, age 40 to 50, height about 5 ft. 6 in., wearing a dark coat, narrow tie. Information to the Chief Constable, County Con- stabulary, Dumfries. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 1909. THE POLICE GAZETTE. 5 PROPERTY STOLEN ( continued).— GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 01. Durslcy ( County).— 28th ult, by ware- house- breaking at Charficld. A " Dursley Pedersen bicycle, No. 31270, 25- in. frame, slightly raised handle- bars, roller brake, black steel mud- guards, lined red and chrome enamel; Hub, No. 11748, Dursley Diamond Standard transfer on head tube and back mud- guard, thin green line on frame; a new Pedersen 3- speed hub, No. 13438. Thieves left behind a 2^ in. mortice chisel, " W. Godfrey on boxwood handle, and a strong jemmy covered with rubber tubing. 28th ult, by office- breaking, a dark coat ( light); 1 flannel coat, gas tar on sleeves. Information to Supt. Perkins, Dursley. HAMPSHIRE. 65.— Winchester ( City). — 29th ult. housebreaking, a lady's nickel " Maxim" watch; 1 small oval gold locket, M. M. B. thereon, both attached to a piece of black cord ; 1 dark- red Russian leather purse, rather large, nickel clasp. Information to the Head Constable, Winchester. 1 pair brown marching boots, " Huntley, Aldershot," inside; 1 pair grey flannel trousers, " Teage, 90, Jermyn Street, London," on buttons; 1 dark grey vest, green stripe, " Teage, 18.6.06," written in one pocket. Information to Supt. Marks, Woking. 70.— Reigate ( Borough).— 28th ult.— A Singer bicvcle ( new), enamelled black, upturned handle- bars, 2 brakes, Brooks' saddle, rubber pedals, mud- guards, tool bag, gear case, No. 225710, transfer on back pillar, Surrey County Constabulary. Information to the Head Constable, Reigate. HERTFORDSHIRE. M.— Hemel Hempstead ( County).— 2nd inst, by housebreaking, a gold mourning ring; 1 silver dog collar necklet ; 1 Indian silver snake coil bracelet; 1 pair gold filigree earrings, enamel centres, 1 brilliant ring; 1 silver thimble; 1 gold curb plain bracelet, with padlock; 1 gold bracelet, set pearls and turquoise ; 1 clasp gold chased bangle en- graved " Alice 1901" and " Charlie" inside; 1 gold chain and pendant, heart shape, with pearl centre; 1 gold chain necklet with broken gold knobs; 1 gold wishbone brooch; 1 gold brooch, " Baby" thereon; 1 gold antique amethyst ring, pearl setting; 1 gold filigree brooch; 1 pair Indian earrings with enamel centre; 1 pearl earring; 1 pearl and turquoise ring ; 1 gold true lover's knot brooch with ruby, sapphire, and pearls; 1 gold stud set diamond; 1 necklet, set large pearls, gold clasp; 1 gold mourning ring, pearl centre, " In Memoriam " ; 1 hair ring in gold setting, initials C. T. ; 1 gold dress ring, pearl setting, diamond in centre; 1 gold ring with oval centre and hair; 1 gold locket; 1 do. brooch, chased on edge, with centre knobs; 1 silver brooch; 1 do. albert chain.— Suspicion is attached to FOUR MEN ( one age about 40, height 5 ft. 8 in, stout build, complexion fresh, hair and moustache dark; dress, dark jacket suit, hard hat, carried a stick ; others age 20 to 30, wearing dark clothing.) Information to Supt. Frogley, Hemel Hempstead. OXFORDSHIRE. 67.— Henley ( County).— 8th inst. by burglary, a fawn- coloured coaching overcoat, velvet collar, " Gamage " on tab ; 1 light dust rainproof overcoat; 1 brown Chesterfield do, plaid lining ( much worn); 1 grey mackintosh, 5 ft. long, leather round buttons; 1 blue serge jacket, a number of receipted bills, Hawke Smith and Sons, Henley, and a pocket book with silver earring inside, in pockets; 1 dark grey overcoat, 3s. worth of stamps (£ d. and Id.) in pockets; 2 6- lb glass jars of Poulton's luncheon tongues. Information to Supt. Porter, Henley- on- Thames. SURREY. 68 •— Chertsey ( County).— 6th inst, 2enamelled boxes, green and blue; 4 small silver- plated ships; a bottom of large ship, silver plated; 1 silver vase, with lid; 1 small silver cow; 1 do. table, with lift- up sides; 1 round open vase, with lid; 2 small silver chairs; 1 do. cradle; 2 do. knives and forks; 1 foreign neck collar, studded with jewels; 1 old- fashioned ring, with green stone; 2 silver ash trays ; 1 small silver piano ; 2 plain flat ash trays ; 1 photo- graph frame, Cupid holding photograph; 4 square silver ornaments, with Indian figures ; 12 ornamental silver keys and 12 silver trowels, Sir John Brunner thereon ; 1 square silver box, with open lid ; 2 silver fluted vases, 3 in. long; 1 small oval vase; 1 do. silver box, fluted place for a name ; 1 silver card case, bent; 1 plain silver cigar box; 1 cigarette box; 1 medal, " Mr. Gladstone " thereon ; 2 serviette rings, J. T. B. and J. B. thereon; 2 do, Nos. 1 and 2 ; 8 silver vases, 7 or 8 in. high, 2 plain, others fluted; 1 do. inkstand, 2 bottles; 2 do. candlesticks ; 1 valuable lace counterpane. Information to Supt. Hackman, Chertsey. 69— Woking ( County).— Between 28th ult. and ord inst, at Inkerman Barracks, a pair of " Voight- jander" field glasses ( poise 7), stamped H. M. M. in black; 1 leather flask, silver top and bowl, H. M. M. one side of bowl and crest ( arm holding sword) the other; 1 silver cigarette case, " H. M. Mule, from wadys and Audrey" with date written inside; 1 eoony backed hair brush, " H. M. M." in silver letters on T > 1 black dinner jacket, maker " Teage, 90, " ermyn Street, London "; 1 black bowler hat, " Scott"; brooch, horn and horseshoe pattern, pin broken; 1 do. bracelet, hoop pattern, half engraved, ivy leaves, safety chain and heart pendant attached; 1 lady's 9- ct. gold chain, broad links, 5 ft. long ; 1 do. neck chain, cross pendant attached ; 2 9- ct. gold pins, 1 ball head, other round set diamond in centre ; 2 sets 9- ct. gold studs; 1 9- ct. gold pin ; 1 Kruger half sovereign, mounted with gold wire. Information to Supt. Hill, Oldbury. SUSSEX ( East). 71 — Hay ward's Heath ( County). — Between 31st ult. and 3rd inst, at Long Crendon, Oxon, or in transit from there to Burgess Hill, a gold ring, set diamonds and rubies; 1 do, set 1 large oval opal surrounded by 12 small diamonds ( 1 missing), gold setting, black enamelling, under- half of ring con- siderably worn; 1 gold hoop ring, set moonstone, claw setting; 1 gold curb bracelet, chain and j pendant attached; 1 safety pin brooch, white cross of St. Augustine on black enamelled shield. Information to Supt. Brooman, Hayward's Heath. 72.— Eastbourne ( Borough).— Between 21st and 25th ult, a grey lounge suit, thin dark green stripe 2 in. apart, faint blue stripe running across, " Hudson and Son, outfitters, Eastbourne," on tab, grey lining, 3 bone buttons on front, 2 flap pockets, 3 pockets ( 2 inside breast, 1 inside ticket), slit in | back 11 in, single- breasted vest, 4 pockets, guard hole between second and third button. 3rd or 4th inst, from a hotel, a new fawn rain- proof overcoat, side pockets, greenish lining, chain hanger, bone buttons, supposed tab inside, " Stormac " thereon— supposed by A MAN, age 26 to 30, height 5 ft. 10 in, well built, complexion fresh, hair dark, clean shaved, of smart appearance; dress, blue lounge suit, dark sailor- knot tie, dark grey cap, " Folkestone " inside. 5th inst, from a hotel, a gold keyless hunter stop watch, plain cases, white dial, " Kew Certificate, Class A," printed thereon, black hands and figures, No. 131066; 1 dark green leather jewel case about 5 in. square, opens in centre of lid, containing: A single stone diamond ring; 1 double gold albert, fetter and 3 link, with drop piece, horse- shoe medal, supposed engraved on one side " Won by Champion Viola " and J. W. Proctor " on the other; 1 gold signet ring, gold lifts up showing miniature of a lady; 3 pairs cuff links ( 1st, plain gold oblong; 2nd, gold oblong, raised with monogram " J. W. P."; 3rd, gold oblong flat, bottom part engraved, top part plain, with J. W. P. thereon); 2 gold pins ( bulldog's head), 1 in enamel, glass in front; 1 small gold horse- shoe pin, dog and fox's head; 1 do. knot pin, set pearls; 1 gold seal, triangular, set amber stone; 1 twisted gold ring, set small diamond; 1 pair single stone diamond earrings, hook ( 1 broken); 1 green morocco leather pocket case, " Pinnagan, Deansgate, Man- chester," stamped inside. 6th or 7th inst. by burglary, a plain silver cup, about 4 in. high, engraved " Madeleine Dousseau " ; I pair silver- plated pillar candlesticks, fluted, about II in. high; 1 Sheffield plate sugar basin, old- fashioned; 1 silver butter knife, George III, plain handle ; 1 pebble patch box with silver rim; 2 silver golf spoons, 1 with blue enamelled handle, " Willing- don Golf Club " thereon, and 1 plain Apostle spoon, " Willingdon Golf Club " engraved in bowl; 1 black japanned tin despatch box, size about 14 in. by 10 in. by 8 in.; 1 tin water can, painted white, holds about 1 gallon; 1 silver photograph frame, cabinet size; 2 plain silver- plated sports cups, 5 in. high ( about); 1 pair lace boots, with toecaps, size about 7, " Mumford " inside in ink ; 1 pair wire pliers ; 1 old- fashioned silver lever watch. 6th inst, 1 small gold locket, 1 turquoise in centre ( heart shape); 1 rough gold locket ( heart shape), diamond in centre, containing photograph of a gentleman, thin gold chain attached. Information to the Chief Constable, Eastbourne. WARWICKSHIRE. 73.— Birmingham ( City).— 2nd inst, by ware- house- breaking, 1,447 9- ct. gold photograph pendants and lockets, stamped " 9- ct. back and front " on front of lockets, some chased, some plain, various sizes; 573 9- ct. hall- marked brooches, all stamped " T. H," various patterns ; 3 single stone diamond rings, claw setting, initials " W " and " H," may have Nos. 270/ 20, 256/ 32 or 259/ 17 inside; a large quantity of 9- ct. and 15- ct. gold locket and pendant stampings; all new. Information to the Chief Constable, Birmingham. WORCES TERSHIRE. 74.— Oldbury ( County).— 2nd inst, by house- breaking, a lady's gold watch, figured dial, chased back, small centre shiteld, initials C. A. ; 1 do. No. 150619 ; 1 silver watch, maker Samuels; 1 9- ct. gold YORKSHIRE ( East Riding.) 75.— Hull ( City).— Between 22nd and 28th ult. a silver geneva watch, No. 7525 ; 1 silver patent lever watch, No. 4224, " Hyham Jacobs, Sunderland," on works; 1 silver English lever, No. 8892, Duncan McGregor, maker. Information to the Chief Constable, Hull. YORKSHIRE ( North Riding). 76.— Scarborough ( Borough).— 6th inst, from a hotel, a pair of turquoise and diamond ear- rings, stud pattern; 1 pair emerald and diamond cluster earrings, emerald in centre, surrounded with small diamonds, 3 above; 1 emerald and diamond necklace on a platinum chain; 1 brooch, shape of a fly, set diamonds and rubies; 1 coronet of pearls brooch; 1 diamond heart on a safety pin, small turquoise in centre; 1 emerald and diamond star brooch; 1 large gold curb bracelet, an old- fashioned gold watch key, farthing with pearl in centre, and an old- fashioned pencil case attached ; 1 plain gold thick chain bracelet, round links, with sovereign and small green heart attached.— By A MAN, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in, complexion sallow, hair and eyes brown, slight moustache dark, of smart appear- ance ; dress, brown striped suit, hard felt hat, grey gloves, lace boots, carries a stick. Information to the Chief Constable, Scarborough. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 77.— Doncaster ( County).— 19th ult, at Askern, an Imperial Coventry bicycle, plated rims, green lines, rat- trap pedals, rim brakes, curved handle- bars with green tips, Dunlop back tyre, silver plated pump, three- cornered tool bag, bell and acetylene lamp attached. 24th ult, at Brodsworth, a Raleigh Road Racer bicycle, No. 26853, on back fork under saddle, 26- in. frame, black enamelled, free wheel, drop handie- bars, front rim brake, rat- trap pedals, North Road tyres. 26th ult., at Wheatley, a free wheel bicycle, No. 277, plated shield, transfer on front " W. E. Clarke, Doncaster, No. 1 Derby" thereon, Perry fittings, raised handle- bars, black grips ( left missing), frame black enamelled, plated wheels, black spokes, mud- guards, rim brakes inverted, rubber pedals, black vulcanite pump, oil lamp, bell, tool bag containing oil can and puncture press, and a fawn colour waterproof cycling cape attached. 7th inst, by housebreaking, at Wheatley, a lady's gold watch, flowered dial, chased back, gold numerals and pointers; 1 nickel plated sovereign purse; 1 diamond pin, star pattern; 1 do. square; 1 round pin, set blue stone, shank broken; 1 tortoise- shell pocket knife, 2 blades ( one chipped); 1 gun- metal watch, " Presented by Proprietors of White Label Sauce " on back; 1 silver Geneva watch, cases will not close. Information to Supt. Hickes, Doncaster. 78.— Sheffield ( C'%).— Between 27th ult. and 3rd inst., by housebreaking, 5 solid silver pepperettes; 1 silver mustard pot; 1 electro- plated cake basket; 1 solid silver mug, engraved " Thomas Arnold Brown, May 25th, 1875 "; 1 do, with figures of children chased thereon, and engraved " I. E. B."; 1 lady's gold lever watch, gold dial, numerals and hands, flower chased case ; 1 lady's black platinum Hunter watch, white dial, black numerals, gold hands ; 1 lady's long gold chain, small link pattern, with half dollar piece and round gold locket attached; 1 gold pin, set sapphire in centre surrounded with diamonds; 1 gold pin, set diamond; 1 gold Belgium coin; 20- franc piece, head of King Leopold thereon; 1 gold pin, set five pearls; 1 gold brooch comprised of 2 horse- shoes with platinum whip and spur, set about 20 pearls; 1 gold oval pendant, set cat's eye and pearl in centre ; 2 gold tie- clips, imitation foxes' heads; 6 silver tea spoons, twisted handles and silver gilt bowls; 1 E. P. crumb scoop, ivory handle, fluted end, knob at top of handle, and a second knob, smaller than the first; 1 circular gold sovereign purse; 1 evening neck scarf, black quilted satin outside and white satin inside ; 1 pair of cashmere trousers ; 1 double- breasted cashmere vest; 1 evening dress suit, four buttons on vest, and red silk lining round neck. 4th inst, a standard model Rudge- Whitworth bicycle, No. 385760, rubber pedals, flat handle- bars, nickel- plated, two brakes, single gear, V- shaped mud- guards, back carrier and tool bag attached, in good condition. Information to the Chief Constable, Sheffield. 4; T H E POLICE GAZETrE. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 1909. PROPERTY STOLEN— continued. 79.— Wakefield { City).— 6th inst., an 18- ct. gold watch, minute repeater, No. 41089, double case, fly back; 1 lady's do., chased back, gilt face, key wind, attached a 9- ct. gold guard, fine link pattern, 2 heart- shaped fasteners; and 17s.— by A MAN, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., hair brown, supposed clean shaved, of Jewish appearance ; wearing a dark grey overcoat, hard felt hat. Information to the Chief Constable, Wakefield. PROPERTY FOUND. BERKSHIRE. 80.— Windsor ( Borough).— 4th inst. ( supposed stolen), a brown leather trinket case, 7£ by 4£ by 2£, stitching around ends, fitted with nickel lock ; 1 dress set case, lined dark and light blue, " Mallett, Gold- smith, Bath " in gilt letters thereon; 1 dark green stud case fitted for 3 studs, lined white, " The Dia- mond Merchants Jewellers Co., 138, New Bond Street, London, W.," thereon; 1 dark red sleeve link case, lined cream colour velvet and satin, " Robert Gast, Joaillier, 43, Digue de Mer, Ostend and Monte Carlo," thereon; 1 small dove colour cardboard box, " R. S. Rowell, 115, High Street, Oxford," thereon ; 1 small flowered cardboard box, " Koch, Frankfurt, a/ m Baden Baden," thereon, containing wadding and a small German bronze coin; 1 small red cardboard box, lined white satin. Information to the Chief Constable, Windsor. PROPERTY RECOVERED. DERBYSHIRE. 81.— Renishaw ( County).— Bicycle, Case No. 58, 3rd inst. SUFFOLK ( West). 82.— Clare ( County).— Clock, Case No. 53, 13th ult., and man arrested. SUSSEX ( East). 83.— Eastbourne ( Borough).— Brooch and pendant, Case No. 59, 6th ult. ANIMALS & c., STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT, 84.— M Division.— A light chestnut mare, 4 years, 14 hands, white spot on near side of back, scar inside fetlock, and corn inside off hind leg, large belly, thin legs, long mane and tail, rather fast action; a set of brass mounted harness, brass turrets and hames, saddle covered with brass. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. APPREHENSIONS. 85 — Metropolitan Police District, Convict Supervision Office.— GEORGE GUTTERIDGE, Office No. 260- 06, Tabu- lar Form, 2nd April, 1909. 86 — Metropolitan Police District, Convict Supervision Office.— CHARLES BAKER, Office No. 1971- 02, Tabular Form, 2nd July last, and sentenced at County of London Sessions, 25th ult., to years penal servi- tude and 2 years supervision for fraud. 87 — Metropolitan Police District, V Division.— BENJAMIN FIELD, Case No. 6, 9th July last. 88 — Metropolitan Police District, W Division.— MEN, Case No. 88, 3rd inst., and horses recovered. 89— Carnarvonshire, Carnarvon ( County).— MALL WEN PRICE DAVIES, Case No. 10, 4th December, 1908. 90.- Derbyshire, Matlock Bridge ( County).— WILLIAMS, Case No. 10, 6th ult. 91 — Essex, Colchester ( Borough).— WOMAN, Case No. 15, 3rd inst. 92— Glamorganshire, Cardiff ( City). — ARTHUR C. KILBY, Office No. 1936- 01, Case No. 95, 20th ult., and Tabular Form, 3rd inst., at Hanley, for larceny, as GEO. SILVESTER. 93 — Herefordshire, Ledbury ( County). — JOSEPH WILD, Case No. 19, 27th ult. 94 — Lancashire, Bury ( County).— MAN, Case No. 29, 20th ult. 95.- Lancashire, Skerton ( County).— MAN, Case No. 29, 3rd inst. 96.— Lancashire, Liverpool ( City).— ORFORD PURVIS, Case No. 38, 6th ult. 97.— Lancashire, Barrow - in - Furness ( Borough). — G. TAYLOR, alias ALFRED LAWSON, Case No. 32, 23rd July last. 98.— Oxfordshire, Oxford ( City).— JOHN WILSON, Office No. 841- 07, Case No. 43, 18th June, and Tabular Form, 2nd July, 1909, at Bourne, Lines., for larceny. 99 — Somersetshire, Dunster ( Count).— ARTHUR REED, Case No 38, 20th ult., and sentenced to 3 months imprisonment. 100— Staffordshire, Newcastle - under- Lyme ( Borough).— JAMES HOPWOOD and JOHN NOLAN, Case No. 38, 16 July last. 101— Surrey, Reigate ( Borough).— JOHN WADEY, Case No. 27, 13th ult. 102 — Worcestershire, Sparkhill ( County).— HARRY BURTON, Office No. 1640- 09, Case No. 122, 27th ult., and sentenced at Liverpool, 1st inst., to 3 months hard labour. 103— Yorkshire ( West Riding), Pontefract ( County). — ALFRED DOWSE, Case No. 54, 27th ult. 104.— Yorkshire ( West Ridim Sheffield ( City).— WILLIAM HARRIS! alias FOWLER, Case No. 54, 23rd July last. LITEST INFORMATION. APPREHENSION SOUGHT. attempted to obtain the money as security from an applicant. Warrant issued. Information to the Head Constable, Liverpool. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. ng), ISDN, GL OUCES TERSHIRE. 106.— Stroud ( County).— Sentenced to 14 days imprisonment at Nailsworth Petty Sessions, 9th inst., for sleeping out— GEORGE HARRIS, age 50, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion pale, thin face, hair ( nearly bald on top) dark brown, turning grey, long moustache dark, turning grey, eyes grey, bullet wound right forearm ; dress, dark grey suit, black bowler hat, lace boots. Supposed a native of Bristol. Information to Supt. Biggs, Stroud. PROPERTY STOLEN. LANCASHIRE. £ 10 Reward. 107.— Liverpool( City).— lst inst., by burglary, a gold keyless watch, centre seconds, crystal bezel, maker " John Brown, Sheffield," No. 78569; 1 silver lever watch, machine made, maker " Russell, Church Street," open face, cases well worn; 1 9- ct. gold double curb albert, weight 4 ozs., £ 2 piece attached; 24 electro- plated teaspoons. The above reward, or such part of it as may seem fitting to the Head Constable, City Police, Liverpool, will be paid by him for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the thief or thieves and the recovery of the property; the reward will only hold good until 31st December, 1909. Information to the Head Constable, Liverpool. ANIMALS, & c., STOLEN. CHESHIRE. £ 3 Reward. 108.— Hyde ( Borough).— 31st ult., a wire- haired fox terrier dog, 2 years old, white body, slightly ticked with black, one ear black, other slightly ticked with lemon, patch on same side of face, tail docked, 5 in. long, in show condition. Answers to the name of Jim. Very valuable. The above reward will be paid by Mr. George Frederick Wild, chemist, Clarendon Place, Hyde, to any person giving such information as will lead to the apprehension and conviction of the thief or thieves and the recovery of the dog. Information to the Chief Constable, Hyde. APPREHENSIONS. LANCASHIRE. 105.— Liverpool ( City).— For attempting to i obtain £ 25 by false pretences, 12 ult.,— B. CURSON, 110 — Yorkshire ( West Ridin age 26, height 5 ft. 8 ins., good build, clean shaved. Barnsley ( County).— ERNEST ORMST He advertised for a manageress for a large hotel, and 1 Case No. 42, 18th December. 109 — Lincolnshire, Epworth ( County). RICHARD ARMSTRONG, Case No. 27, 27th &)? ' ON, List of Licence Holders, Supervisees, Expirees, who have been re- apprehended, for the week ending Sept. 4th, 1909, with the result, & c. Division concerned. Office No. NAME. Sentence. Date and Place. Fresh Offence with which charged. Re- convicted in Name of Name and Division of Officer. H, K. 3357— 99 947— 01 ANDERSON, MICHAEL BLAKE, HENRY 3 years p. s. 12 months h. l. 9th Aug., Dublin 31st Aug., Thames P. Ct. Housebreaking P. of C. Act Same Name THOS. FULLMAN P. S. Bradley, C. I. D., K., and P. C. Trill, 71 K. R. P. C. Dennison, 360 Y., and P. C. Lock, J, N. 2438— 01 DAVIES, ELIZABETH 12 months h. l. lst Sept., Highgatc P. Sess. P. of C. Act DAISY ELLIS T. D, K, L. C, D, E, R. a. 260- 06 110— 07 1348— 00 GUTTERIDGE, GEORGE MCDONALD, JAMES MEAGAN, JAMES Licence forfeited 3 months h. l. 14 days h. l. 30th Aug., Barry P. Ct. 31st Aug., York P. Ct. 26th Aug., Marlborough St. P. Ct. lst Sept., Clerkenwell P. Ct. Failing to report Larceny ( person) Assault JAS. McDONALD Same Name C. I. D., Y. P. S. Taylor, C. I. D., T. 372— 02 NYE, HENRY 12 months h. l. P. of C. Act Same Name P. S. Leach, C. I. D., G., atid P. S. Arnum, C. I. D., J. P. C. Nearn, 150 F., and P. C. Hadlow, C. I. D., D. P. S. Jordan, C. I. D., H., and P. S. Hutt, C. O. P. S. Trott, 107 Y., and P. S. Crookshanks, C. I. D., S. A, D, X. H. 2646— 96 1734— 06 SHEPHERD, JOHN TREVILLION, JAMES 4 years p. s., and 3 years supn. 12 months h. l. 30th Aug., London Co. Sess. 31st Aug., Thames P. Ct. Larceny ( person) Failing to report JOHN EDWARDS WALTER CONNELLY D, L. A. 1570— 02 1905— 99 WILSON, ALFRED WILSON, JOHN 3 years p. s., and 2 years supn. 1 day, 5s. and costs, or 1 day and 3 months h. l. 30th Aug., London Co. Sess. 23rd Aug., Liverpool P. Ct. Burglary Drunk, begging, and failing to report Same Name JOHN STEWART LONDON : PRINTED FOB HIS MAJESTY'S ST- ATIONHBY OFFICE BY HARRISOK AND SO* I, ST. MAB TIN'^ LAITE, W, C., PMNTEBS IH ORDINARY TO HIS MAJESTY.