POLICE GAZETTE PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, MARCH 18, 1910. VOL. XXVII., No. 2736. 1. All communication* for insertion in the POLICE GAZETTE, and all communications relating to them, should be addressed to THE EDITOB OP THE POLICE GAZETTE, NEW SCOTLAND YABD, LONDON, S. W. 1. 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. t. 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 8s. 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. 9. Announcements of all persons to be apprehended or of stolen property bear a number, and as far as practicable they are alphabetically arranged by counties. The force which causes particulars concerning delinquents or stolen property to be inserted in the POLIOB 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. THB EDITOR, New Scotland Yard, London, S. W. CORNWALL. 1.— Bodmin ( County).— For forgery, and uttering* 2 forged promissory notes, each for .£ 400- OLIVE ALICE SIMCOE WILLYAMS, alias OLIVE ALICE SIMCOE MARKS ( wife of Captain Hugh Willyams, late of Tregorland Street, Just- in- Roseland, Truro), age 33, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 ins., medium build, complexion fresh, plump round cheeks, full chin, large prominent upper lip, bold forehead, blue eyes, ordinary nose, brown eyebrows, brown hair ( which may be a wig); well dressed and of ladylike manners. Is said to be of independent means. May be accompanied by her husband and a little girl, age 10. May endeavour to leave the country, or be found at fashionable seaside resorts staying at good class hotels or boarding houses. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to Major H. B. Protheroe Smith, Chief Constable of Cornwall, Bodmin. T H E POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, MARCH 18, 1910. SPECIAL NOTICE. PREVENTION OF CRIMES ACT, 1871. A case has recently arisen where a Man, who had been circulated in the " Police Gazette" to be dealt with where found, was charged in a certain Police District under the Prevention of Crimes' Act with failure to report in another Police District, and the Learned Magistrate discharged the man. In future, in order to avoid similar mistakes, such peculations in the " Police Gazette" from Provincial Forces, will appear weekly under one heading in Tabular Form. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 2.— Convict Supervision Office.— DOMINIC MACK, Office No. 2815- 01, Case No. 1, and Tabular Form, 3rd December, 1909. Not now wanted. 3.— D Division•— For forging and uttering a cheque for £ 336 ( on cheque form No. G. 241062 on Glasgow Branch of Union Bank of Scotland) sent to intended victim by a District Messenger— A MAN, of middle age, rather short, complexion fresh, wearing grey overcoat, light grey soft felt hat. 4.— K Division,— For obtaining £ 2 15s. by false pretences— PHILIP EPPLER, a German, age about 48, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fresh, square forehead, hair ( slightly turning grey) dark brown, moustache clipped at ends, eyes grey, rather thick nose; dress, dark grey suit, grey overcoat, P. & 0. cap. Warrant issued. 5.— N Division,— For stealing a bicycle— F. G. CHITTY, alias KIRBY, age 21, height 5 ft. 11 in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes dark; dress, dark jacket suit and cap. A native of Tottenham. Warrant issued. 6.— P Division,— For obtaining 3 overcoats and a suit, by a worthless cheque on Farrow's Bank, Peckham— GEORGE WHITE, alias CLARK, age 30, height 5 ft. 10 § in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes hazel, large mouth ; dress, dark grey check over- coat, blue serge jacket suit, black hard felt hat. A native of Leicester. Has recently been trading as G. Clark, Potatoe Merchant, 209, Commercial Road, Peckham, S. E. £ Warrant issued. 1.— S Division,— JOHN REDMOND, Case No. 2, 25th ult. Not now wanted. Warrant with- drawn. 8.— x Division,— For embezzling £ 3 4s., 7th inst.— WILLIAM SMITH, age 40, height 6 ft., complexion fair, hair and eyes grey; dress, black overcoat, blue serge suit, bowler hat, cycling shoes ( size 11). A native of Hammersmith, London. Is fond of sketching. He sent a letter, 13th inst, bear- ing the Sheffield post mark. Warrant issued. 9.— x Division,— For obtaining by worth- less cheques on Farrow's Bank, 50 High Street, Peckham, 3rd inst., a dark brown cob, 14£ hands, very prominent teeth, 2 white spots between knees and fetlocks, short tail, scars left side of neck near collar mark; a ralli car, dark green picked out black, concave panels, initials " F. R. " thereon, rubber tyres, " Durstan, maker, Marylebone Road " on brass wheel caps, brass lamps and mounts, 2 rubber mats, 2 waterproof knee apons, initials " F. D. B. " on one, a set of brass mounted harness " F. D. B. " thereon, light holly stick whip, blue horse rug, yellow edge with hood to match ; a bay mare in foal, 6 years, 14£ hands, white spot on forehead, hind fetlocks white, near eye slightly cut— G. CLARK, age 34, height 5 ft. 9£ in., complexion pale, hair dark brown, heavy drooping moustache dark sandy, eyes dark, large mouth, North Country accent; dress, dark grey morning suit with dark stripes, black hard felt hat. A horse dealer and potatoe merchant. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. A BERDEENS HIRE, 10.— Aberdeen ( County).— For obtaining a cow by fraud at Laverockcraig, Old Deer, 22nd ult. — FREDERICK DYSON CLUBB, age 37, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion ruddy, full round face, hair ( turning grey) dark, moustache brown, eyes grey, plausible and courteous manner; dress, new dark tweed suit and overcoat. A butcher, native of Peterhead. Absconded 26th ult. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, County Police Office, Aberdeen. BEDFORDSHIRE, 11— Bedford ( Borough).— For obtaining 10s. by false pretences CAYE, age 28 to 30, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., slight build, hair brown, rather heavy moustache ginger, twisted ends, holds his head downwards v/ hen walking, very plausible manner. He called at a public house, represented that he was a traveller for a firm of boot manufacturers, Rushden, asked if a wire could be directed to him at the public house from his firm, consent to this was given, he then left, stated he would return shortly ; in the meantime a telegram was delivered ; on his return he opened the wire, then stated his firm wanted him to go on to Norwich, and asked for the loan of 10s. Warrant issued. 12 — Bedford ( Borough).— For forging and uttering a bill, thereby obtaining on 26th ult., 5 £ 50 Bank of England notes, Nos. N over 5 47981- 38562, dated 17.9.08; N over 4, 47558, 77545 and 77546, dated 17.8.08; 3 £ 10 do., Nos. K over 20- 93433, dated 14.7.08; K over 23- 19727, dated 15.8.08; K over 13- 89455, dated 15.2.08, and £ 13— A MAN, age about 35, height about 5 ft 7 in., slight build, complexion pale, thin face, hair and moustache dark, wearing dark overcoat, hard bowler hat. On 26 ult., the manager of a Bank here received a letter together with a cheque for £ 236 on the London and South Western Bank, New Cross Branch, purporting to come from a customer ask- ing that the cheque be placed to his credit, also giving notice that an accepted bill for £ 293 became due for ' presentation that day, and requested the manager to pay same and debit his account. Information to the Chief Constable, Bedford, BRECONSHIRE, U — Brecon ( County).— For larceny, LEWIS LEWIS, alias CRINK, age 43, height 5 ft. 7 in., slight build, complexion dark, oval face, hair dark brown, eyes brown, lost right thumb, scald scar both shoulders, cut scar right knee, dot between left thumb and forefinger. A tinker. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Flye, Brecon. CHESHIRE, 14. — Stockport ( Bmough). — For stealing £ 13 10s. from a sub post office, 26 ult.— THREE MEN, 1st, age 40 to 50, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., stout build; dress, light suit; 2nd, age 30 to 40, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., wearing a dark overcoat; 3rd, age 30 to 40, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., thin features. One of the above described asked the postmaster if he could give him half a sovereign for silver, which was done ; shortly after a second man called and said that some boys had covered the window with mud. The postmaster went outside, and on turning to go back to the shop, he met another man coming out who stated he required a stamp. The postmaster then followed the boys a short distance, and on returning to the office found that the above amount had been taken from the drawer. Information to the Chief Constable, Stockport. DORSETSHIRE. 15 .— Beaminster ( County).— For stealing from his lodgings, 7th ult., a light mackintosh with green velvet collar and £ 17, including 3 £ 5 notes— FRED JOHNSON, age about 32, height 5 ft. 11 in., complexion fair, hair light brown, eyes brown; wear- ing grey coat, dark vest ( double breasted), grey vest, red plaid scarf, dark cap, brown leggings, probably the stolen mackintosh. A North countryman. Has served in the army. Attends fairs, and has worked for a horse dealer. ( See Case No. 14, 11th ult.) Warrant issued. Information to Supt. King, Beaminster. ESSEX. 16.— Grays ( County).— For stealing a watch and chain ( recovered)— ELLEN SUTTON, alias MUR- RAY, age about 21, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fair, hair very light, tattooed back of one hand; wearing brown velvet coat, brown fur, and large black hat. Frequents common lodging houses. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Jordan, Grays. 17 — Saffron Walden ( County). — For obtaining a pair of box calf Derby boots, size 7, and £ 1, by a worthless cheque, No. L. 8/ D- 85130, dated 14th February, 1910, for £ 1 18s. 6d., by J. Millington, on the London City and Midland Bank, 20, Eastcheap, E. C., endorsed J. Birch— J. BIRCH, age 36, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion dark, hair dark brown, moustache ( waxed at ends) dark, eyes grey, turns his right foot inwards; dress, light green mackintosh overcoat, navy blue trousers, green tweed hat. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hailstone, Saffron Walden. 18 — Colchester ( Borough).— For obtaining £ 2 by false pretences— SAMUEL ECCLESTON, age about 50, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., stout build, complexion fresh, hair and thick moustache light brown, eyes grey, mole on neck. A clerk, native of North Wales. Has served in the Army, he was convicted of felony at Birmingham in 1908, when his pension was fortfeited. He visits garrison towns ostensibly to call upon old military friends, becomes acquainted with local tradesmen, from whom he obtains money by worthless cheques, and decamps. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Colchester. FORFARSHIRE. 19. — Dundee ( City). — For stealing blankets and obtaining £ 58 13s. lOd. by fraud, between 15th August, 1909, and 10th ult.— ROSE JAMESON alias PURVIS, age about 56, short, stout build, hair and face white, of good address and very plausible; dress, navy blue or green dress with coat to match, black hat with large black feather, yellow gloves, black muff. Stated she was a native of Brighton, that she was a dressmaker, obtained goods and money on the pretence that she had valuable jewels deposited in the bank, and that she was going to Edinburgh to sell them. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Dundee. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 20.— Bristol ( City)-— For converting to his own use £ 10 entrusted to him— CHARLES EDWARD SMITH, age 60 ( looks much younger), height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion dark, hair and moustache dark brown ( turning grey), of smart appearance; usually wears a three- quarter length drab colour covert coat, black bowler hat, may be wearing a blue melton over- coat. A betting man, well known to bookmakers, attends race meetings. Is believed to have served in the Metropolitan Police, also in the army. Absconded about 3 weeks ago. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, Bristol. HAMPSHIRE. 21.— Alton ( County).— For stealing, on 12th or 13th inst., from Bordon Camp, a single case silver watch dent in one side glass missing; 1 silver albert chain ( washed in gold), one long and two short links alternately; 1 green tweed suit with dark green stripes ( nearly new), three outside pockets, wide collar, black bone buttons, tight fitting trousers; 1 dark green tweed suit with stripes, similiar make, except trousers which have bell bottoms ; 1 light brown cap ; 1 light grey cap with large peak— ALBERT NORTH, age 20, height 5 ft. 4£ in., complexion sallow, hair dark brown, eyes brown, wreath, clasped hands, true love, heart and Dolly right, ship, anchor, flag, lighthouse, and ship left forearm. HARRY CROSBY, age 20, height 5 ft 6 in., complexion fresh, hair red, eyes blue, indistinct tattoo marks right forearm, scar right wrist. Deserters from 1st Battalion East Yorkshire Regiment. 22. — Alton ( County). — For embezzling £ 1 12s. lid., 11th inst.— JOHN COLEMAN, age about 22, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in,, complexion fresh, hair and slight moustache dark, walks rather wide; dress, grey suit and cap, dark overcoat. Has been employed delivering milk. May endeavour to enlist. Absconded 12th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Reuben, Alton. 23. — Portsmouth ( Borough). — For gross indecency with a male person, 26th ult.— WILLIAM DRAPER, alias WELLESLEY DRAPER, age 40, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion inclined to sallow, hair dark brown, eyes grey. An actor. Has resided at Kings Langley, Herts. May seek employment with a theatrical company. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Portsmouth. HERTFORDSHIRE. 24.— Watford ( County).— For obtaining 4s. by false pretences, 8th inst.— TWO MEN, 1st, age 45 to 50, height 5 ft 6 or 7 in., stout build, complexion, hair and moustache dark, turning grey, wearing brown Inverness, waterproof cape, black bowler hat; 2nd, age 25 to 27, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh, hair ( curly) dark, clean shaVed, left upper teeth bad ; dress, heavy dark grey overcoat, dark trousers, green tie, green or grey cap. They called upon persons who had apartments to let, stated that THE POLICE GAZETTE. PORTRAIT OF PERSON WANTED. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 25. Leeds ( City).— On Bench warrant for J forearm; dress, grey overcoat with stripes, br fading to appear for trial at Leeds Assizes, on a | jacket and vest, bine trousers, large grey cap. charge of stealing 1 postal packets, the property of the Postmaster General— JOSEPH SMILES, age 27, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes ( weak) brown, mole right side of neck, 4 dots left APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued). gentlemen required rooms and that 2s. was required as recommendation fee, in order that their names be entered on the books, the 2 nd described signed a receipt " A Wilson, Electrician, 14 Cambridge Terrace, Edgware Road." Warrants issued. Information to Supt. Wood, Watford. HUNTINGDONSHIRE. 26.— Huntingdon ( County).— For an indecent assault, 24th ult.— JACK MAHONEY, ago 22, 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion very sallow, slight moustache dark, eyes deep set, Irish accent; dress, dark suit, black overcoat, light cap. A coach body builder. Prior to coming to Huntingdon he resided at Peck- ham, London. Warrant issued. 27. — Huntingdon ( County). — For stealing £ 1 12s. 6d., 26th ult.— JOHN TAYLOR STEVENS, age 41, height 5 ft. 5 in., slight build, complexion, hair and moustache dark; dress, dark suit, blue melton overcoat with velvet collar, grey cap, new lace boots. During the past 6 weeks he has been | soliciting orders for a clothier. Had in his possesion a pedlar's certificate dated 4th February, 1910, granted at Huntingdon. He spoke of having lived at Uxbridge, and in Yorkshire. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Huntingdon. LANARKSHIRE. 28.— Glasgow ( City).— For uttering forged cheques to the value of £ 100 and stealing £ 10 on 11th and 26th ult.— DONALD McLEAN MAIN, age 25 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 10 in., stout build, complexion sallow, hair light, clean shaved, prominent nose, slight cast in left eye, very large hands, well educated and of good address; dress, dark tweed jacket suit, heavy dark overcoat, with strap at back, bowler hat. He was employed as secretary and cashier to a Motor Garage and Repairing Company. Spoke of going to Australia. Is believed to be accompanied by A MAN, age 30, height 5 ft. 8 in., hair and slight moustache dark; dress, light tweed suit, bowler hat. Both addicted to drink, and may be found in company of loose women. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Glasgow. LANCASHIRE. 29.— Bury ( County).— Tor obtaining £ 11 10s. by false pretences at Heywood 25th January last.— ARTHUR MESSENGER, age 42, height 5 ft. 10 or 11 in., complexion sallow, hair and moustache dark brown, eyes dark, nervous twitching of face, drawling speech. A blacksmiths' striker, native of Halifax. I He obtained the above amount from a female on the , promise of marriage. Warrant issued 30. — Bury ( County).— For stealing from her lodgings 3rd inst., a pair of boots ( recovered); 1 long green coat, with velvet collar; 1 pink blouse ; 1 pair corsets, and a grey under skirt— A WOMAN, ago 25, height 5 ft. 3 or | 4 in., complexion very ruddy, hair ( curly over ears) dark; dress, light grey shawl, green native of Newcastle- ou- Tyne. He is also wanted on a warrant for forgery. Information to the Chief Constable. Leeds. hat, black skirt. Has been a domestic servant, native of Oldham. Frequents common lodging houses. Information to Supt. Noblett, Bury. 31 — Manchester ( City).— For obtaining £ 3 by false pretences 5th inst.— JACQUES HOLLANS, age about 50, height 5" ft. 8 or 9 in., very broad build, full face, hair ( turning grey, long, bushy at back) and moustache dark, short nose inclined to turn upwards, walks erect, of foreign appearance; dress, dark mixture overcoat, dark coat and trousers, light vest, white tie, large black soft felt hat. He advertised in a local paper that he was authorised to engage waiters, cooks, etc., for the International Exhibition at Brussels, obtained the above sum from an applicant and absconded. Had in his possession a duplicate agreement drawn up in French to which he obtains the signature ami seal of a NotaryPublic and a Foreign Consul, and a quantity of printed matter; also exhibits matter relating to special railway and boat rates between the North of England and Brussels. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Manchester. 32.— St. Helens ( Borough).— For obtaining £ 1 by false pretences, 22nd' ult.— JAMES B. BENTLEY, age about 35, height 5 ft. 6 in., com- plexion pale, moustache light brown, usually wears dark clothes and black hard felt hat. He answers advertisements in the Exchange and Mart, gives an address at Clapham, London ( a newsagent's), and obtains money on the pretence that ho has the article required. Warrant issued. 33.— St. Helens ( Borough).— For embezzle- ment— WILLIAM JOHN CHAMBERS, age about 43, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, moustache ginger; dress, grey suit, dark overcoat, grey cap. He was employed as coal salesman for a coal and iron company. Absconded 3rd inst. Information to the Chief Constable, St. Helens. LINCOLNSHIRE. 34.— Lincoln ( City).— For stealing, 26th ult., a horse and trap ( recovered)— Licence- holder HENRY NEVILLE, alias H. C. HARRISON, HORACE NALL, HARRY NALL, and JOHN NEWTON, Office No. 1915— 04, Case Nos. 90, 3rd December, 1909, and 11 and 12, 21st January, 1910, age 31, height 5 ft. 8f in., complexion fresh, long thin face, hair dark brown, clean shaved, eyes grey, 2 scars left eyebrow and left cheek, dagger left forearm; wearing dark brown frieze overcoat with belt at back, grey cap turned up at back. A schoolmaster, native of Altrincham. He came to this city, 28th ult., stayed at a first- class hotel, and made the acquaintance of a veterinary surgeon, informing him that he was a member of that profession, and obtained one of his cards. After obtaining sums of money from other people in the city, he obtained the horse and cart referred to, which was subsequently recovered at Newark. He left Newark, lst inst., for Retford, where he stayed at a public- house one night, representing himself to be Mr. E. Porter Smith, M. R. C. V. S., Lincoln, and had in his possession several of Mr. Smith's professional cards. On the 2nd inst. he booked from Retford to Sheffield. This man will doubtless visit first- class hotels, and pass himself off as a veterinary surgeon, and will produce Mr. Smith's card in attempting to defraud people. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Lincoln. 35 — Grimsby ( Borough).— For carnal know- ledge— ARTHUR WATKIN, age 40, height 5 ft, 9£ in., slight build,- complexion sallow ( much pock- marked), hair ( turning grey at sides) dark brown, rather large moustache inclined to sandy, several cut scars on head, large scar on one hip; dress, dark blue coat and trousers, dark cap, violet colour muffler black flowers thereon, 2 patches in seat of trousers, may be wearing a blue guernsey. A wire worker, makes puzzles, flower stands, & c., which he sells in public houses. Has in his possession a pedlar's certificate, No. 101, issued at Grimsby, 13 th September, 1909. Stays at common lodging houses. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Grimsby. MONMOUTHSHIRE. 36— Newport ( Borough).— For obtaining £ 5 by a worthless cheque, 2nd inst.— REGINALD MAURICE MORTIMER, alias MAURICE SIN- CLAIR, age 32 to 34, height about 5 ft. 5 in., slight build, thin features, hair light brown; dress, grey- brown tweed suit and cap, green tie, white scarf. Stated he was a com- mercial traveller. Sentenced at Berkshire Countv Sessions, 19th October, 1908, to 3 months imprison- ment for larceny. Is accompanied by a woman, age 25 to 30, height 5 ft. 2 in., rather stout build; dress, white knitted bodice, light green or blue skirt, green glazed belt, large beehive shape hat, with white trimmings. Warrant issued. Information to the Head Constable, Newport. NORFOLK. 37.— Swaffham ( County).— For escaping from custody, charged with larceny— JOHN REID, age 25, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion swarthy, hair brown, eyes grey; dress, brown jacket, dark trousers, cap and tie, brown leather leggings, light lace boots. A fish hawker, native of Kings Lynn. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Flint, Swaffham. NOR THA MPTONSHIRE. 38.— Oundle ( County).— For stealing, at Beue- field, 6th ult., 6 store beast ( recovered)— TWO MEN, lst, age about 27, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion and hair dark ; dress, dark coat and cap, light mole- skin trousers, light boots ; 2nd, age about 30, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., slight build, complexion and hair dark, very active ; wearing dark clothes and cap, light boots. They disposed of the animals, in the owner's name, at Wellingborough Cattle Market, 16th ult., and obtained a crossed cheque for £ 24 10s., made out to Mr. Dawson and signed " Charles Wright." Information to Supt. Macleod, Oundle. 39 — Peterborough ( City).— For obtaining 9 tons of potatoes by false pretences 20th November, 1909, GEORGE W. LEGGOTT, age about 33, height 5 ft. 7£ in., slight build, stoops, complexion sallow, thin haggard face, hair and moustache brown, limps, both shins badly discoloured and occasionally have sores thereon, usually wears black morning coat and white bowler hat. A potatoe dealer. Is said to be an undischarged bankrupt and prior to 1909 to have been employed as Canvasser for the United Farmers Insurance Company." Has recently obtained large quantities of fruit and potatoes by representing that he had a large business at Northampton. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Peterborough. RADNORSHIRE. iO.— Llandrindod Wells ( County).— For stealing ( bailee) 12th inst., a bicycle No. 89624, " Western" stamped on transfer and back mud- guard, 26- in. frame, flat handle bars, rubber pedals, clincher or silver town tyres, roller brakes, " F " stamped on bottom tube, Brooks' saddle — JACK MITCHELL ( supposed false), age about 27, height 6 ft. 4 in., complexion dark, hair brown, slight moustache dark brown, eyes grey, front teeth decayed, North Country accent; dress, short fawn colour coat, green cord vest and trousers, grey cap, strong lace boots, nearly new. Stated he was a fitter, and that his father was a farmer in Devonshire. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Jones, Llaudrindod Wells. STAFFORDSHIRE. 41.— Burslem ( County).— For deserting his wife and family— JAMES WINKLE, age 50, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., stout build, complexion fresh, hair brown, moustache light sandy, eyes brown. A brick- setter, native of Burslem. Was heard of in Manchester 17 weeks ago. Warrant issued. T H E POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, MARCH 18, 1910. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT—( continued). 42.— Burs/ em ( County).— For deserting his wife and family — THOMAS PYE, age 30, height 5 ft. 5A in., complexion fresh, hair brown, moustache dark brown, eyes blue; dress, dark jacket and vest, cord trousers, cap, muffler, and clogs. A boatbuilder, native of Burslem. May seek employment at boatbuilders' yards. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Supt. Hicklin, Burslem. WA R WICKSHIRE. 43.— Warwick ( County).— For absconding from Warwickshire Girls' Reformatory, Kenilworth, 8th inst.— JANE ELIZABETH SMITH, alias HASTINGS, age 18, height 5 ft. 6 in., slight build, complexion fair, hair brown, eyes grey; dress, green costume ( three- quarter length jacket, short skirt), black hat. A native of London. Convicted at Edgware Petty Sessions, 15th March, 1908. Was arrested at Willesden Green, London, on 17th ult., for absconding. A reward of 10s. will be paid by the Secretary Warwickshire Reformatory for Girls, Kenilworth, for the arrest of Smith. Information to Supt. Ravenhall, Warwick. YORKSHIRE ( East Riding). 44.— Hull ( City).— For obtaining £ 1 16s. by false pretences— J. POINTER, alias BERTRAM, age about 30, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., complexion fresh, moustache ginger; dress, blue serge suit, light fawn colour mackintosh, hard hat, brown boots with straps. He calls upon stationers, states he represents a firm of ink and pen manufacturers, produces a fountain pen and a quantity of pens, for which he charges an exorbitant price, induces the shopkeepers to part with money for show cases, & c., stating he will make them sole agents for the district. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. 45.— Hull ( City).— For obtaining food and lodgings by false pretences— ALEC WINTER, alias COLTER, age about 33, height about 5 ft. 4 in., slight build, complexion rather dark, hair dark brown, heavy moustache brown, of Scotch descent, C. A. C. believed on right forearm, twitches his forehead when talking ; dress, dark blue worsted jacket ( square cut), and vest, facing of different material, dark blue trousers, red tie, dark cap, dark mackintosh ( shabby), old boots, white handkerchief with " J. Corney " in corner. Believed a native of Canada. Stated he had been a sergeant in the Salvation Army. May seek employment as a seaman, labourer or milkman. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, Hull. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 46.— Doncaster ( County). — For failing to appear | to a summons for witholding £ 22 7s. 3d. under the Trades Union Acts 1871 and 1876, at Conisbro, 18th December, 1909 — THOMAS EDWARD DUFFIELD, alias DUFFY, JOHN SMITH, and THOMAS MACKINTYRE, age 35, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion pale, hair dark brown, eyes dark, bad front teeth, walks erect; dress, grey suit, brown overcoat, felt hat. A miner, supposed a native of Staffordshire. Has served in the Army. Is fond of relating his experiences in China and Africa, and of photography. An associate of Miners' Union officials. Warrant issued. 47.— Doncaster ( Countij).— For obtaining food and lodgings by false pretences at Conisbro— HARRY HALL, alias SIDNEY DIXON PICKER- ING KIRKLAND, and SIDNEY DIXON, age 39, height 5 ft. 9^ in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache dark brown, eyes blue, two small scars under right eye, bad front teeth, large Roman nose; dress, dark suit with faint stripes, red and green tie, large green cap, old lace boots. A blacksmith, native of Heanor, Derby. Warrant issued. 48.— Doncaster ( County).— For stealing at Cadeby Colliery 5th inst., a free wheel bicycle No. 126022, " Francis and Day " on transfer, 26 in. frame, plated handle bars, rims plated, red lines, rat- trap pedals, front rim brake, back pedalling brake, new departure on hub, scratch left fork, supposed Brooks' saddle— EDWIN SMITH, alias EDWIN BRAINE, and BRYAN, age 26 to 28, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair and slight moustache brown, bad front teeth, one 2nd toe missing; dress, dark suit, blue tie, composition collar, brown cap, heavy nailed boots. A miner, native of Spennymoor, Durham. Is believed to have served in the Army. May endeavour to join a band. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hickes, County Police. Doncaster. 49.— Goole ( County).— For obtaining food and lodgings by false pretences, 4th to 11th inst.— GEORGE TURNER ( correct name supposed David Monk), age 40 to 45, height 5 ft. 11 in. or 6 ft., stout build, weight about 18 stone, complexion sallow, hair dark, left eye ( watery) supposed blind, Southern accent; dress, pepper and salt colour suit, coat and vest lined blue cloth, black muffler, black hard felt hat, light lace boots. A native of Leicester. Appearance of a ganger on public works. Warrant issued. 50.— Goole ( County).— For stealing, between 5th and 9th ult., a silver caddy spoon, antique; 1 silver Iutre cream jug, do.; 1 china plate, do.; 1 set of rolled gold cuff- links and studs in case; 1 Bible— WILLIAM E. CHADWICK, age 26 to 28, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache light; dress, short fawn colour mackintosh jacket ( greasy and much worn), dark trousers with grey stripes, hard felt hat, lace boots. He calls upon antique dealers and offers small antique articles for sale. Is identical with man, Case No. 23, 18th ult. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Minty, Goole. 51 .— Otley ( County).— For embezzling £ 2 2s. — REUBEN J. DUCKETT, age 27 or 28, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh ( ruddy), round face, hair light; dressed as a groom. A native of Keighley. May be found at stud stables or travelling with an entire. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Strain, Otley. 52.-— Sheffield ( City).— JACK MAKIN, alias BROWN, Case No. 46, 18th ult. Warrant with- drawn. 53. — Sheffield ( City). — For embezzling £ 53 17s. lOd. during January and February— JONATHAN SHERRIFF, age 50, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh or ruddy, hair ( turning grey) dark brown, very slight moustache, pimples on face, slightly bow legged, turns his toes inwards; dress, blue serge suit, gold nugget pin, gold ring on right little finger, double gold albert. A clerk and secretary. Is a pensioner of the East Yorkshire Regiment. May endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. 54.— Sheffield ( City).— For embezzling 7s., 26th ult.— EDWARD THOMPSON, age 28, height 5 ft. 9 in., stout build, very round shoulders, com- plexion and hair ( bald on top) dark, clean shaved, round features, inclined Roman nose, piercing eyes, rather large projecting ears ; wearing dark green overcoat, bowler hat. An agent or canvasser. Has been employed by a manufacturer of . artificial teeth. Warrant isued. Information to the Chief Constable, Sheffield. 55.— York ( City).— For failing to report, also on suspicion of having committed burglary— Supervisee ARTHUR BIDGOOD, Office No. 1371- 08, age 30, height 5 ft. 5^ in., complexion pale ( consumptive looking), hair brown, eyes blue, scar right of chin, " L. T. C. M. C. " left forearm, " A. B." back left hand, stoops ; dress, dark suit, collar, tie and muffler ( worn outside coat collar). A native of Shelton. Sentenced at Grimsby Quarter Sessions, 5th January, 1909, to 12 months hard labour and 2 years supervision for burglary. Liberated 6th November, 1909. 9207. May have in his possession several Chubb lock keys, etc., which, if found, will be of material evidence. Information to the Chief Constable, York. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. CA MBRIDGESHIRE. 58 — Cambridge ( Borough).— Remanded till 21st inst., charged with stealing bicycles— JOHN WILLIAMS, age 19, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, thick lips, hair dark brown, eyes grey, scar bridge of nose, small scar over right eye; dress, brown suit and cap. A native of Portsmouth. EDWARD CROOKS, age 16|, height 5 ft. 3£ in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes brown, scar centre of forehead; dress dark striped suit, dark cap. A native of London. Photographs can be seen on application. Information to to the Chief Constable, Cambridge. HERTFORDSHIRE. 59 — Hemel Hempstead ( County).— Com- mitted for trial at St. Alban's Quarter Sessions, 5th prox., charged with wounding and causing bodily harm, at Wigginton, 28th ult.— WILLIAM GODDARD, alias JONES and BILLHOOK, age 43, height 5 ft. 4£ in., complexion fresh, hair ( turning grey) dark brown, eyes hazel, scar bottom of back, back of left hand and thumb. A boatman, native of Droitwich. Information to Supt. Frogley, Hemel Hempstead. NORTH A MPTONSHIRE. 60.— Wellingborough ( County). — Com- mitted for trial at Quarter Sessions 7th prox., charged with obtaining credit to the amount of £ 20 3s. 1 Id. by fraud— HENRY COLBECK MICHELL ( late of 109, Victoria Street, London), age about 50, height 6 ft. 1 in. complexion sallow, hair ( turning grey) light brown, heavy moustache dark brown, eyes grey, well educated. He visited small towns and villages, represented that he was purchasing property, opening works, forming companies, & c., stayed at hotels, and gave worthless cheques on London Banks. Usually travelled in a large motor car. Information to Supt. Onan, Wellingborough. BERKSHIRE. 56.— Wantage ( County).— Committed for trial at next Quarter Sessions, charged with house- breaking— JAMES MOORE, ago 24, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion dark, hair black, eyes hazel, scar on right cheek, lady and butterfly on right forearm, wearing dark clothes, blue overalls. An Engine driver for travelling showmen, native of Smethwick, Birming- ham. Information to Supt. Gibbs, Wantage. BRECONSHIRE. 57 — Ystradgynlais ( County).— Committed for trial at Brecon Quarter Sessions, 5th prox., charged with breaking and entering a colliery office and stealing £ 22— JOHN PURCELL, age 33," height 5 ft. 8f in., complexion fair, hair dark brown, clean- shaved, eyes blue, top of left forefinger crooked, addicted to drink, of Irish descent. A labourer, supposed a native of Shropshire. Stated he served 2 years in the Shropshire Light Infantry. Information to Supt. Flye, Brecon. OXFORDSHIRE. 61.— Deddington ( County).— Sentenced 11th inst. to two months imprisonment for assault— WILLIAM ADKINSON, alias BAKER and HENRY YOUNG, age 28, height 5 ft. in., complexion sallow, hair dark brown, eyes hazel, scar bridge of nose and over right eyebrow, ring third left finger, 2 dots back of left hand, W left forearm; dress, old dark overcoat, dark jacket and trousers, shabby appearance. States he has been convicted of stealing milk cans at Greenwich, of housebreaking at Maid- stone, of begging at Warwick and Canterbury; also that he had been sentenced to two years imprison- ment for throwing pepper in a person's face and stealing £ 5 10s. in London. Supposed wanted elsewhere. Information to Inspector Gooding, Deddington. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 62.— F Division.— 5th inst., 1 lady's gold hunter watch, " F. M. J." in monogram ; 1 long gold chain, 3 small 1 long curb link alternately; 1 gold brooch set amethyst; 1 do. in shape of 3 Howers, pearls in centre ; 1 do. horn ; 1 do. circle set pearls; 1 dark blue enamel pendant set diamonds and 1 pearl in centre; 1 turquoise pendant set in gold, place at back for photograph; 1 malachite square pendant set in gold, opens showing ivory tablets inside; 1 pendant set green agate in silver; 1 pale green jade do., shape and size of thrush's egg; 1 gold strap bracelet with dark blue enamel buckle set diamonds, engraved inside " M. S. James from N. James"; 1 do., bamboo shape; 1 gold do. set pearls ( broken in half); 1 gold wire ring set 1 ruby; 1 small gold ring set rubies and diamonds; 1 gold gipsy do. set pearls ( 2 missing); 1 silver do. set green agate stone; 1 gold half- hoop 5 stone diamond do., old fashioned setting; 1 eluster do. set sapphire in centre surrounded diamonds ( 1 missing); 1 gold gipsy ring, diamond centre, emeralds each side; 1 platinum neck chain; 1 long fine gold chain; 1 gold safety pin brooch with merry thoughts in pearls; 1 red coral short necklet; 1 silver Maltese cross and chain ; 1 gold pin set opal; 1 pair sleeve links, 4d. pieces; 1 gold pencil case engraved; 1 do. locket with pale blue enamel star, opal centre, " E. K. P." engraved at back; 1 black enamel locket with 2 photographs inside, lily of the valley in pearls outside; 1 old- fashioned gold brooch, pearl centre; 1 gold cross; 1 pearl necklet with 3 silver oyster shells set diamond and pearls; 1 gold pin, imitation fox with ruby eyes; 1 gold signet ring, " N. A. B." in monogram; 1 wedding ring, " E. B. T., died October, 1874," engraved inside; 1 black enamel signet ring, " In Memoriam "; 1 large turquoise locket; 1 do. brooch and earrings to match; 1 dress ring set 1 opal surrounded with diamonds; 1 gold pendant bow, 2 gold drops attached; 2 gold bracelets ( 1 plain curb, 1 set turquoise and pearls). TUESDAY, JAnUARY 18, 1910. THE POLICE GAZETTE. 3 PROPERTY STOLEN— continued. 63.— X Division. — 6th inst., a brooch, crescent shape, set diamonds and sapphires • 1 brooch, " A. M. E." in pearl spray • 3 lady's gold' rings ( 1 diamond marquise, 1 single stone diamond, 1 set large diamond); 3 lady's do. ( 1 set 2 large and one small diamonds, 1 heart shape, etc., diamonds and sapphires, 1 set turquoise); 2 gold watches, 1 lady's demi- hunter " E. S." in monogram at back; 1 demi- hunter do., attached to brooch, antique design, set turquoise ; 1 lady's gold chain bag, 18- ct. guard chain attached, " Phil to Elsie, 1904," engraved thereon; 1 gold expanding bracelet, set pearls, gold charms and Hebrew letters Nazel set in pearls thereon; 1 gold slave bangle, pencil attached , 1 gold curb do., Indian coin attached size of £ 2 piece; 1 single pearl necklet, brilliant snap fastening; 1 gold heart shape locket, I' E. A." thereon ; 1 pair silver Grecian candlesticks, 12 inches high; 12 gold tea spoons, handles shape of goat's hoof; 2 pairs silver fish carvers; 1 silver mug, " A present to Alfred from his Grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Alexander, January 23rd 1902," engraved thereon ; 3 silver serviette rings, " P. A." thereon ; 1 do. childs, " Alfred " thereon ; 6 do. tea spoons ; 1 do. egg stand; 1 do. sweet dish, basket shape; 12 do. dessert knives and forks, " E. P. S." on handles ; 1 do. knife and fork ( child's), Indian pattern; 1 do. buckle, do.; 1 do. cigarette case; 1 do. fob chain; 1 do. pencil case, shape of stag's head with gold horns attached; 2 do. silver ladle spoons, oak handles; 1 brief bag, " P. A." thereon. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. ESSEX. 64.— Colchester ( Borough).— 13th inst., by housebreaking, 2 lady's gold watches, one No. 53307, neck chains attached; 1 silver watch, open face, No. 83374; 1 lady's do. small, chased; 1 do. gunmental do.; 1 do. silver do.; 1 gold neck chain, heart pendant attached, with initials " M. J.," containing photographs of lady and gentleman ; 1 lady's gold ring set rubies and 2 diamonds ; 1 do. heart design ; 1 do. set pearls; 1 do. set diamonds; 1 do. chased; 1 do. buckle design ; 1 do. heart design set diamonds; 1 do. set sapphires and pearls; 1 do., heart design, pearls in centre ; 1 brooch, blue and green enamel; 1 do. gold plated, design 2 hearts; 1 do. set turquoise; 1 do. set pearls; 1 do. gold safety pin, crescent shaped, set pearls ; 1 do. fox in centre ; 1 do. set pearls; 1 do. set sapphires and 3 diamonds in centre; 1 do. crossed whips and bugle; 1 do. plain ; 1 do. horseshoe set pearls; 1 do. set pearls; 1 pair of gold- rimmed eyeglasses. Information to the Chief Constable, Colchester. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 65.— Cheltenham ( County).— 14th inst., a lady's bicycle, 25 in. frame, black enamelled, West- wood plated rims, yellow celluloid gear case, Crabbe roller lever brakes, raised handle- bars, black celluloid grips, Dunlop tyres, three- coil plated spring saddle, King Fisher lamp— by A MAN, age about 20, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion pale, hair and very slight moustache dark ; dress, black overcoat, white silk muffler, dark trousers with trouser clips, black bowler hat. Information to Supt. Hopkins, Cheltenham. 66 — Staple Hill ( County).— 12th inst., at Hen- field, a lady's silver watch, chased back, 9- ct gold albert with tassel attached; 1 pair of gold earrings ; 1 gold brooch, oval, set imitation diamonds and ruby, and 6s. 6d. Information to Supt. Cooke, Staple Hill. HERTFORDSHIRE. 67.— Hemel Hempstead ( County). — Between 12th and 14th inst., at Boxmoor, 1 stippler brush, 8 in. square, been used for pink paint; 1 distemper do., used with green paint, marked " Lee " in 2 places ; 1 new paint do., 5 oz., " Lee and Eagle " brand ; 1 enamel paint do., marked " Crocadro "; 2 small paint brushes, marked " Lee " in 2 places; 1 paint knife; 1 stopping do.; 1 hacking do.; 1 glazing do.; 2 bradawls; 2 screwdrivers ; 1 small pair of steelyards to weigh up to 25 lbs. Information to Supt. Frogley, Hemel Hempstead. 68 — Watford ( County).— 11th inst., by shop- breaking at Rickmansworth, 3 razors, stamped " E. R. M. S." on blade, " Ator " on handle ; 1 safety do. and 7 blades, in small wooden box; 12 pocket knives, 1 or 2 blades in each, assorted handles, " Ellen & Co., Sylvester Works, Sheffield," on blades ; 1 glazier's diamond ( old). Between 12th and 14th inst., 1 pair paperhanger's scissors ( hooked), about 11 in. long ; 2 white paper- hanger's aprons, letter " H " in red patch on 1; 1 paperhanger's roller; 1 do. brush; 1 stock white- wash brush. 13th or 14th inst., 4 lady's costumes ( 1 pale green serge, 1 do. cloth, 1 moss green serge; 1 crushed strawberry do.). Information to Supt. Wood, Watford. KENT. 69.— Gravesend ( Borough).— 12th inst., by housebreaking, 1 lady's gold lever watch, gold face, chased back; 1 silver lever do., floral chased; 1 lady's gold chain, trinkets attached; 1 do. made of 3 small chains with movable links, small locket attached; 1 gold neck do. pendant attached, con- taining 2 photographs; 1 long old fashioned silver do.; 1 gold bracelet, padlock attached; 1 do. | in. wide, basket pattern; 1 do. cycle chain pattern; 1 gold brooch set green stone, old fashioned; 1 do. made from a seal; 1 oblong do. twisted bar pattern ; 1 lady's gold ring set pearls and dark stone ; 1 do. set ruby in centre, 2 places filled with gold; 1 ring composed of hair and gold ; 1 gold do. made from a keeper, with initials " S. J. H."; 1 half- hoop do. set amethyst and pearls; 1 plain do.; 1 gold signet do.; 1 gold do. set 1 diamond and 2 rubies; 1 gold pin, horse- shoe pattern; 1 18- ct. gold, ruby and diamond pin; 1 pair of gold earrings, plain dot pattern; 1 gold cross ; 1 do. solitaire ; 1 set of artificial teeth, and gold platinum; 1 leather cigar case; 1 do. pocket book, silver mount inside, engraved " from Cissie, Reggie, and Mrs. Ralph " ; 1 lady's plain gold ring set diamond in centre; 1 do. fancy gold dress do. set 8 or 9 diamonds; 1 do. buckle do.; 1 do. chased keeper do.; 1 curb chain gold bracelet, padlock attached; 1 round plain gold brooch; 1 oval do. Information to the Chief Constable, Gravesend. OXFORDSHIRE. 70.— Watlington ( County).— 11th inst., at Postcombe, 1 pair of old light cord trousers, size 4, recently washed, pockets repaired with different material, watch pocket. Supposed by a tramp, age 24 or 25, short, light hair,; wearing blue jacket and jersey, rather long white muffler, old shoes; stated he was a native of Deddington, and had served in the Navy. Information to Supt. Hope, Watlington. SURREY. 71.— Farnham ( County).— 10th inst., by burglary, 1 silver inkpot, 10 in. by 8 in., inscribed " Presented to Archbishop Chenevix Trench, 1858 "; 2 do. candlesticks, square tops, round base, 8 in. high ; 2 plated do., fluted top and base square, 5 in. high; 2 brass do., sphinx pattern ; 1 christening cup, embossed flowers and initials E. R." thereon; 2 plated Indian ornaments, figures of gods and cupids, 9 in. high; 1 lady's Indian silver waist belt, 24 in. long, 1 in. wide, 4 strands of silver beads thereon; 1 Indian silver cord waist belt, hook fastening; 1 silver nectorque; 1 lady's Indian Oriental head dress, with earrings 6 in. long; 5 silver dessert dishes ( 2 heart shape, 2 round, and 1 oblong), floral design on each; 1 fancy dish, gold and green enamel centre, silver rim, 5 in. by 3 in.; 1 silver trinket box, 2£ in. high, embossed figures of men leading cows, and dancers; 1 do. lined blue satin ; 2 small silver sweet dishes, 3 in. across; 1 Turkish silver dagger, 12 in. long, embossed handle and blade; 2 small do. ( 1 blue enamel handle, and 1 with brown transparent do.); 1 small silver tea caddy, 5 in. high ; 1 large oxydised silver inkpot on tray, embossed; 1 gilt carriage clock, 6 in. by 4 in., makers name and " Paris" on face; 1 Primrose League badge initialed " P. L." ; 2 Oriental silk shawls ( 1 pale blue and 1 purple, embroidered with flowers, variegated fringes) ; 1 ivory work case, oval top, containing 1 pair of scissors, gold handles, 1 gold thimble, and other articles, 4 in. by 2£ in.; 1 small chased silver cigarette case; 1 silver trefoil with cherub's head thereon; 1 black Stylo pen, gold nib; 1 nut shape silver box, silver chain attached ; 1 silver card case, embossed ; 1 small do. tea strainer; 1 do. coffee sugar spoon, embossed, fluted edge, head of animal for handle; 1 do. harp ornament, 3 in. high; 1 do. water pot, 3 in. high; 1 do. cock, 3 in. high; 1 fancy straw hand bag, 10 in. by 10 in., lined with red twill. Information to Supt. Simmonds, Farnham. SUSSEX ( East). 72.— Battle ( County).— Since 1st April, 1909, at Robertsbridge, 10 hand woven linen sheets, some marked " H. C. M. P. 1850" in red silk, and some ' marked " H. C. M. P. 1858 A. Percy," or " E. J. Percy," in ink; 2 silver forks; 6 large George III do. teaspoons; 1 very heavy do. soup ladle; several cards of silver plated buttons, all engraved " Lion Rampant" ; 1 small gold brooch, plaited hair, black edging, centre surrounded with pearls. Information to Supt. Plumb, Battle. 73.— Eastbourne ( Borough).— 14th or 15th inst., from a boarding house, a gold curb bracelet, safety chain and padlock attached; 1 gold dress ring, set 3 opals and 6 small diamonds; 1 gold ring, set 3 sapphires and 2 diamonds; 1 gipsy ring, set 3 diamonds; 1 do., set 3 turquoise; 1 gold ring, set 1 opal; 1 do. ( small), set 6 small rubies; 1 memorial ring " Regard" ( hair between each letter), small heart, " L. H." thereon, attached; 1 gold chain bracelet, small link pattern ; 1 gold pendant, set pearls, green stone in centre, and do. hanging from pendant, fine gold neckchain attached— by A MAN, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion pale, thin face, hair dark ; clean shaved ; dress, dark grey suit, dark overcoat, black hard hat. He engaged a room for a week or ten days, on the 14th inst., and was last seen 15th inst. The following articles were left behind : a brown suit case, 22 in. by 14 in. by 7 in., 2 brass locks, 9 brass studs, white with violet striped lining ( common) ; 1 pair dark striped grey trousers; 1 fancy waistcoat, green and white spots, red lining; 1 heliotrope colour shirt, laundry mark T 904 in ink, maker's '• Fredk. Payne, Ltd., London"; 1 light green shirt, " Fredk. Payne, Ltd., London," makers; 1 flannelette night- shirt; 6 double linen collars, 2£ in. wide, size 14J, laundry mark 904 in ink; 2 white silk handkerchiefs, large " P." in fancy silk thereon. Information to the Chief Constable, Eastbourne. YORKSHIRE ( East Riding). 74. — Beverley ( Borough). — 8th inst., an English lever watch No. 14083, silver dial, seconds hand missing, cases worn ; 1 silver verge watch, No. 1502, out of repair. Information to the Head Constable, Guildhall, Beverley. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 75.— Doncaster ( County). — 7th inst., a Chase bicycle, 26 in. frame, black enamelled, raised handle bars, plated, two roller brakes, mud- guards, rubber pedals, Brooks' saddle, celluloid pump, oil lamp and bell, Mac's rubber studded back tyre, plating and enamelling far worn. Information to Supt. Hickes, County Police, Doncaster. 76.— Todmorden ( County).— 11th inst. by office breaking at Walsden, a round walnut alarum clock, white dial, brass centre and brass border round edge, black numerals and hands, brass bell and handle on top. Information to Supt. Hollis, Todmorden. PROPERTY RECOVERED. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 77.— F Division.— Motor car, case No. 2, 11th inst. 78.— J Division>— Stratford cart, Case No. 101, 11th ult. ANIMALS, & c., STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 79.— y Division.— 7th inst., a mare pony, 12£ hands, white star on forehead and on back, long mane, short thick tail, clipped trace high, rubber pads on fore feet. In good condition. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. MISCELLANEOUS. KENT. 80.— Ramsgate ( Borough).— Left at a cycle dealer's about 3 weeks ago, a free wheel bicycle, very rusty, enamelled black, new departure hub, 28- in. wheels, i- in. roller chain, rat- trap pedals, ram's horn shaped handle- bars, felt grips, beaded tyres, splash guards attached to mud- guards, cheap gas lamp, old bell and carrier attached, tyres punctured— By A MAN, age about 25, height about 5 ft. 8 in., complexion and moustache dark ; dress, green suit, bowler hat. Information to the Chief Constable, Ramsgate. a 6 T H E POLICE GAZETTE FRIDAY, MARCH 18 1910. APPREHENSIONS. 81— Berkshire. Windsor ( Borough).— JOHN JAMES MAY, Office No. 2561- 01, Cases Nos. 13 and 75, 11th inst., at Windsor. 82.— Buckinghamshire, Chesham ( County).— ALFRED PUSEY, Case No. 10, 3rd April, 1908. 83.— Cumberland, Penrith ( County).— H. GEORGE, Case No. 5, 17th December, 1909. 84.— Derbyshire, Matlock ( County).— THOMAS HOLMES, Case No. 14, 28th January, 1910, and sentenced to 1 month hard labour. 85 — Derbyshire. Chesterfield ( Borough).— — CREIGHTON, Case No. 16, 11th inst., identical with Alexander Crichton, Office No. 1433- 08, and awaiting trial at next Quarter Sessions, charged with larceny. 86.— Durham, Sunderland ( Borough).— WILLIAM HUSTON, Case No. 6, 4th inst. 87.— Kent, Dover ( Borough). — CHRIS- TOPHER C. CHAPMAN, Case No. 76, 11th inst., in London, and bicycle recovered. 88.— Lancashire, Manchester ( City). — AARON GOLD, alias GOLDSTONE, Case No. 27, 4th inst. 89 — Worcestershire, Redditch ( County).— H. WISE, Case No. 42, 18th ult., at Salisbury, and committed for trial at Salisbury City Sessions, and property recovered. ALBERT BEASLEY, alias JACK EVANS, Case No. 28, 30th July, 1909, and committed for trial. 90. — Yorkshire ( West Ridim Bradford ( County). — JOHN THOMAS BURROW, Case No. 38, 11th inst. 91— Yorkshire ( West Riding), Sheffield ( City).— GEORGE BROMLEY, Case No. 46, 18th ult. LATEST INFORMATION. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. ELIZABETH ROBINSON, alias WINIFRED ST. CLAIRE, and McALLISTER, Office No. S/ 98402, age 22, height 5 ft. 4 in., hair dark brown, full rosy face, eyes blue, stiff build, birthmark on neck; dress, black skirt, black sailor hat, trimmed black velvet. May be accompanied by a young woman; dress, long green jacket, dark brown hat, light trimming, fawn skirt. They had no money, and may be found soliciting prostitution, obtaining food and lodgings by false pretences, or committing larceny from lodgings. Robinson has been convicted at South Shields and Sunderland of false pretences and larceny. The Prison Commissioners request that should Robinson be found she is to be arrested and a communication sent to them, when an officer will be sent for her. KENT. 92.— Ramsgate ( Borough).— For absconding from Braeside Home, Margate Road, 14th inst., whilst an inmate on a Borstal licence— ELLEN PROPERTY STOLEN. MONMOUTHSHIRE. 93.— Newport ( Borough).— For stealing from their lodgings, 8th inst., a dark overcoat, and £ 10 13s. 9d;— EDWARD EYES, Office No. S. 40448, age 55, height 5 ft. 6£ in., stout build, complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes blue; dress, dark suit, cap. A native of Cheshire. Previously convicted at Barnstaple and Bristol. WILLIAM , age about 34, height 5 ft. 9 in., slight build, complexion fair, moustache light; dress, dark suit and cap, scarf. Stated they were going to work at some engineering works, stayed two days, committed the larceny, and absconded. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Newport. SUSSEX ( East). 94.— Lewes ( County).— For stealing a Coventry Challenge bicycle, No. 3 model, low racing type, 26^- in. frame, 75 gear, free wheel, North Road handle- bars, carrier on back with 2 straps, horn fixed on cross bar, 2 brakes, Dunlop tyres ( 2 patches on front), plated rims, frame black enamelled WILMER, age about 30, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., rather stout build, complexion fair, hair dark, moustache light brown, blotches on face; dress, blue suit and cap, rubber collar. He took lodgings, and stated he was a postman transferred from Eastbourne to Lewes. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Vine, Lewes. " Presented by Duke of Teck to Mr. Fuller l pair gold framed eye glasses, handle attached; 1 medal, gold and enamel, Russian; 1 lady's gold watch, half hunter, " L. A. B. " on back; 1 gold curb brooch, set opal; 1 gold bar brooch, stud each end; 1 do. pin representing a ship's mast; 1 do. chain, small link pattern, 2 balls attached; 2 gold frames, miniatures of ladies painted on ivory; 1 brooch, set 2 alligator's tusks; 1 silver model Russian coachman, 2 in. high; 1 silver mug, chased " N. A. P." thereon; 1 do. wine funnel, old fashioned; 1 do. tobacco box, embossed lid; 1 snuff box, oxydised silver; 1 pair silver scissors, antique; 1 silver casket, antique filigree work; 2 silver mugs, " To Frank Edward Plincke from his Godfather " and " To John Frederick Plincke from his Godfather " thereon; 6 silver coffee spoons, oxidised silver and gilt; 2 presentation spoons, rat- tail handles, " Inns of Court O. T. C. coat of arms" thereon; 10 silver tea spoons, twisted handle pattern; 12 tea spoons, Daisy handle pattern. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. HAMPSHIRE. 96— Aldershot ( County).— nth inst., at Yately, a double case English lever watch, No. 4375 on works, white dial, black numerals, gold hands, seconds hand missing, out of repair; 1 missionary box containing a few coppers; a shillingsworth of penny and halfpenny stamps; and a number of old silver and bronze coins. 13th inst., at Yateley Green, a cheque for £ 3 drawn on Child's Bank, London, by S. Kilbracken in favour of Fanny Evans; 1 cheque for £ 1, drawn on Messrs. Simmonds and Simmonds Bank, Welling- ton College Branch, by Charles Edward Wheeler, made payable to self; 1 postal order for £ 1; a 6- chambered revolver, silver plated ; and £ 8. Information to Supt. Hawkins, Aldershot. APPREHENSIONS. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 95— T Division.— 6th inst., a gold vinai- grette, chased, set bloodstone; 1 gold medal, 97 — Lancashire. Manchester ( City). — GEORGE THOMPSON, Office No. 3007- 02, Case No. 38, 21st January, and Tabular Form, 4th February, 1910, at Leeds for housebreaking, as John Taylor. 98.— Yorkshire ( North Riding), Middlesbrough ( Borough).- JOHN JONES, Office No. 1636- 04, Case No. 30, 2nd July, and Tabular Form, 6th August, 1909, and sentenced at High Court, Edinburgh, 11th ult., to 4 years penal servitude for housebreaking as John McFadyen. The undermentioned persons have failed to report under the Prevention of Crimes Act. The Registrar of Habitual Criminals requests that wherever they may be found they may be dealt with provided there is sufficient evidence to substantiate a charge of failure to report in that district. Should there not be sufficient evidence to cnarge they should be strictly cautioned and directed to report forthwith. Name and Metropolitan Office Number. AGE. HEIGHT. COMP. HAIB. ETE8. REMARKS. » Conviction, Prison Register Number and Date Liberated. LICENCE HOLDERS. BROCKLE8BY, WILLIAM, alias BRICK- LEY, BROCK and SMITH. Offioe No. 1669- 00. FREEMAN, JOHN, alias JOHN GILBERT DAVIS, Office No. 165- 10. 64 48 5 04 6 9J fresh pale brn ( bald) dk brn ( trng grey) grey grey Scar bridge of nose, above It eyebrow and 2 back of Wells Assizes, 3rd June, 1907, 8 years penal servitude neck, shamrock back It hand, anchor It wrist. A for larceny. Licensed 6th November, 1909. h. 216. fisherman, native of Horncastle. Scar rt cheek back of neck and It wrist 3 hairy moles Central Criminal Court, 5th March, 1906, to 5 years rt cheek. A gardener, native of Maidstone penal servitude for bigamy. Licensed lst February, 1910. g. 85. List of Licence Holders, Supervisees, Expirees, who have been re- apprehended, for the week ending March 12th, 1910, with the result, Ac. Division concerned. Office No. NAME. Sentence. Date and Place. Fresh Offence „ . . , . ... , • , Re- convicted in with which w . , , Name of charged. Name and Division of Officer. H, K. D, M. D, W. W. G, T, X, Y. G, H, K, M, N, P. H, K. E, G. H, M. 6, N, Y. H. W. W. 735— 08 1726— 97 1873— 01 3204- 98 907— 04 183— 06 2643- 98 3346— 02 : 1350- 00 ' 2688— 96 3276— 01 1539— OS | 795— 06 BRUSSELL, ROBT. CARR, SAMUEL CHARLES, ALBERT COUSINS, JOHN DAVIS, ALBERT HOUGHTON, GEORGE KING, JOHN MASON, ERNEST A. MCCARTHY, THOMAS MECOY, CHARLES O'BRIEN, DAVID WATTS, EDWIN WILLIAMS, JOSEPH 9 months h. l. 3 years p. s. 12 months h. l. 3 years p. s. and 5 years detention 18 months h. l. 9 months h. l. 6 years p. s. 4 years p. s. 3 years p. s. and 5 years detention 3 months h. l. 9 months h. l. 2 months h. l. 6 months h. l. 7th March, Thames P. Ct. 9th Maroh, C. C. Ct. 2nd March, Surrey Assz. 7th March, Warwick Assz. 9th March, C. C. Ct. 9th March, C. C. Ct. 8th March, C. C. Ct. 7th March, Warwick Assz. 10th March, C. C. Ct. 9th March, Clerkenwell P. Ct. 8th Maroh, C. C. Ct. 28th Feb., Lambeth P. Ct. ! 5th March, Bow Street P. Ct. P. of C. Act Larceny Burglary Officebreaking Forgery and fraud Uttering and possess- ing base coin Possessing coining implements Toolstealing Shopbreaking Larceny Larceny Assault Officebreaking ROBT. BRASSELL GEORGE GOODWAY HENRY DUFFIELD GEORGE PURCHASE JOHN BROWN WM. GEO. HOUGHTON Same Name Same Name Same Name Same Name Same Name EDWARD WATTS Same Name P. C. Nash, 227 H, and P. S. Boreham, C. I. D., 11. P. C. Meadows, 493 G, and Det. Thorp, C. P. P. S. Storey and P. S. Sharp, C. I. D., W. Det. Inspr. Burnham, G, and P. S. Beard, C. I. D., L. P. C. Clements, 203 M, and P. S. Pride, C. I. D., N. J) P. S. Goodwill ie and P. C. Nicholls, C. I. D., C. O. P. C. Crook, 206 C, C. P. P. C. Abram, 109 G, and P. S. Garrard, C. I. D., G. P. C. Movler, 163 C. C. P. P. C. Feakes, 236 W, and P. C. Boyd, 366 C. P. S. Green, 28 C, and P. S. Hunt, C. I. D., C. * LOHDON : PBI « TBO" I » OB BM MAJKBTY'S BTATIOKKBV 0 » ric » BY HABBISOM AITD BOMS. ST. M- IBTIRE LAWX, W. O., PBDCTKBS II OBDIUAIY TO HIS MAJISTY.