POLICE GAZETTE PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, APRIL 1, 1910. VOL. XXVII., No. 2740. 1. All communications for insertion in the POLICE GAZETTE, and all communications relating to them, should be addressed to THH EDITOE OP THE POLICB GAZETTE, NEW SCOTLAND FAED, LONDON, S. W. 1. Particulars concerning persons whose apprehension is sought will be inserted in one issue of the POLICE GAZBTTE, if they are sufficient to enable action to be taken upon them by another force. 8. 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. 6 Portraits of persons whose apprehension is sought for serious offences will be inserted at a cost of 8j. per portrait, and engravings of stolen property at a cost of 65. 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. A nnouncements 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 POLICB 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. NOTICE. 1.— Tho composition of the Friday No. of the " Police Gazette" will be found arranged for easy reference as fol- lows :— ( a) Regulations at top of first page. ( b) Apprehensions Sought. ( 1.) Metropolitan Police District. ( 2.) Counties. ( 3.) Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged as far as practicable, in alphabetical order. ( c) Persons in Custody. ( 1.) Metropolitan Police District. ( 2.) Counties. ( 3.) Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged in alphabetical order. ( d) Property Stolen. ( 1.) Metropolitan Police District. ( 2.) Counties. ( 3.) Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged in alphabetical order. 2.— Any additional copies of the GAZETTE beyond the number at present supplied will be forwarded on application in the form set forth in circular of the 7th of November, 1883. 3.— It is particularly requested that any complaints as to the non- delivery or of irregularity in the date of delivery of the POLICE GAZETTE, may be at once notified to the Editor. SPECIAL NOTICE. IN certain cases questions have arisen as to the payment for photographs applied for by Police Forces under Home Office circular of 15th March, 1897. The Registrar of Habitual Criminals is therefore authorised by the Secretary of State to say that, in any ordinary case, a photograph is not necessary to enable his Department to identify a prisoner, the finger prints alone being sufficient for the purpose; but if a photograph is applied for, or if, in any rare case, it should be required to complete the identification, the cost will be charged to the Police Force interested. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 1— Convict Supervision Office.— WILLIAM KING, Office No. 1359- 01, Tabular Form, 11th ult. Not now wanted. 2. Convict Supervision Office.— JOHN GIBBS, Office No. 1204- 01, Tabular Form, 4th ult. Not now wanted. .1- Convict Supervision Office.— GEORGE WALDEN, Office No. 2370- 09, Tabular Form, 25th ult. Not now wanted. 4.— c Division.— For obtaining £ 4 2s. 6d. by a worthless cheque on Barclay and Co., Ltd., Bank, Church Road, Hove,— EDWARD SUDLOW, alias GROSVENOR, age 45 to 50, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache brown, eyes grey; dress, green mixture Lovat tweed suit, black bowler hat, of smart appearance. Warrant issued. 5.— D Division.— For attempting to obtain goods by a forged money order— A. C. HEPBURN, age 45 to 50, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion ruddy, hair light, whiskers ( trimmed to a point) sandy, eyes grey, of good address, stoops slightly ; wearing dark grey overcoat, black bowler hat, lace boots, brown spats. He calls upon jewellers, selects articles, asked that they may be put aside and he will send a messenger with the money, the following day a letter together with a forged money order is received for the article, the orders at present used bear a forged stamp of the Richmond Post Office. 6.— F Division.— For obtaining £ 50 by false pretences, 14th February— HENRY W. LAWLOR, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh, hair dark, moustache waxed, wears pince- nez, one leg shorter than other ; dress, light mackintosh, dark suit, hard felt hat. A public house broker. He repre- sented that he was negotiating for the tenancy of a public house which had already been disposed of. Warrant issued. 7.— F Division.— For obtaining 2 costumes by a worthless cheque on Parrs Bank, Charing Cross Branch— ALFRED DE LIESSE, age about 40, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion dark, hair black, eyes piercing, 2 gold teeth, American accent; dress, blue serge suit, black hard felt hat. Believed a native of America. Is accompanied by A WOMAN, age 26, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair light; dress, biscuit colour costume with black satin collar and cuffs, black and gold jet trimming, or blue and black striped faced cloth costume, cross- over skirt, brown squirrel toque or black beaver hat trimmed purple satin. A native of Manchester. Warrant issued. 8.— X Division .— For malicious wounding— ALFRED THEOBALD, alias WARD, age 42, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache light brown, eyes hazel, " E. Ward" tattooed left arm; dress, blue double- breasted jacket, white cord vest and trousers, black and white neckerchief, light cap, lace boots. A labourer. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. A YRSHIRE. 9.— Troon ( County).— For fraud 24th ult.— — JONES, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 6 in., stout build, complexion dark, hair black, eyes jet black; dress, three- quarter length cape, black skirt, black crape hat, very broad gold wedding ring, large drop earrings. — MINCH, age about 50, height about 5 ft. 1 in., stout build, complexion and eyes dark, hair ( worn in 2 plaits at back) black, blue scar right side of face, legs somewhat deformed, walks badly; dress, dark tight fitting jacket, dark skirt and motor cap. They travel the country with 3 caravans, 2 R. Green, Lower Kidlington Road, Licensed Hawker, on caravans, hawk upon shopkeepers, spring carts, and 8 horses, " Leamington," " Frank Lovell, Oxford," and " Render Green, Lower Leamington, Gloucester" skins, rugs, & c. They call represent that they are staying in the district for some weeks, give bogus orders for goods to be supplied, thereby induce the tradesmen to purchase a rug at a price greatly in excess of its value. See Case No. 18, 31st December, 1909. The above left the remainder of their party at Kilmarnock, 25th ult., and may endeavour to rejoin them elsewhere. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable of Ayrshire, Ayr. BERKSHIRE. 10. — Abingdon ( County).— For obtaining jewellery, value £ 15 2s., by false pretences— LOUIS HENLEY PRYER, age 45 to 50, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion sallow, hair dark, carries right fore- finger straight when walking; dress, light jacket and vest, dark trousers, cap, had with him an overcoat. Formerly a stud groom, has held the licence of a public house at Lewes. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Foster, Abingdon. 11.— Reading ( Borough).— For stealing, 10th ult., a Opiate Georz- Anschutz camera, focal plane, Dagor lens, extension back, six double dark slides, film pack adapter, Houghton's film envelope adapter, tele- photo lens, in good condition — WALTER F. READ, age 60 to 70, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., com- plexion sallow, hair ( cut very close) and moustache grey, thin long face, nose very sharp and prominent, of military appearance ; dress, black overcoat, morn- ing coat and vest, dark trousers with darker stripes, black hard felt hat, carried a black hand- bag. Stated he was a war correspondent. Was in Hastings on the 12th ult., and London 17th ult. He takes a furnished house, and obtains goods from tho local tradesmen, also answers advertisements of cameras for sale in the Amateur Photographer, asking that same be sent to him, and if suitable, a cheque would be forwarded, then absconds, leaving the tradesmen's bills unpaid, and disposes of the cameras. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Reading. BRECONSHIRE. 12.— Talgarth ( County).— For obtaining £ 50 by false pretences— DAVID LEWIS, alias W. WILSON, age about 30, height 5 ft. 9 in., long prominent nose, thin chin, clean shaved, stoops slightly; dress, grey Norfolk suit with green stripes, soft grey hat. He took lodgings at a farm, and obtained the money from a firm in Leeds by repre- senting he was the owner of the farm. Left behind a Coventry Challenge Roadster bicycle, No. 181661, 26- in. frame, inverted lever brakes, free wheel, roller chain, Imperial saddle. Letters were received from him, posted at Bristol, 7th and 17th ult., asking that 2 THE POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, MARCH 25, 1910. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued). the bicycle be sent to Newport, to be called for, and that a reply be forwarded to Gloucester Post Office as to date sent. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Flye, Brecon. BUCKINGHA MS HIRE. 13.— Chesham ( County).— For embezzling £ 3 3s., 14th ult.— MAURICE LACEY, age 32, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., inclined to stout build, complexion fresh, hair and moustache dark brown, eyes hazel, slightly bow legged, woman and flowers left arm; dress, blue serge jacket suit, dark cap, light lace boots, A brewer's drayman, native of Downley, High Wycombe. Has served in the Berkshire Regiment. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Trevener, Chesham. 14.— Great Marlow ( County).— For stealing, 12th January, 1910, 500 faggots— WILLIAM ASPIN, age about 35, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., com- plexion fresh, hair dark brown, moustache inclined to ginger ; dress, old clothes, breeches and gaiters. Had an old London milk van, W. Askin, High Wycombe, on off side, and grey pony with him. A wood dealer. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Supt. Summers, High Wycombe. CHESHIRE. 15 — Crewe ( County).— JAMES MILES, Office No. 3034- 02, Case No. 8, 25th ult. Not now wanted. devomshTre. 16.— Exeter ( City).— For obtaining £ 30 by false pretences— H. STUART ELLISON, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., round shoulders, rather slight build, complexion dark sallow, rather thin features, prominent nose, hair dark, clean shaved, eyes ( piercing) dark, stoops slightly, of delicate and Jewish appearance; dress, dark grey suit, bowler hat, carried a brown leather handbag. About 3 weeks ago he took lodgings, and had inserted in a local paper " Smart young gentleman required for position of trust, must deposit £ 30 cash security, apply by letter stating age and full particulars." He represented to the applicant that he was a money lender, and his duties would be to interview persons applying for loans. A few days later, the person defrauded was given the name and address of a person in Bournemouth who required the loan of £ 200, but on arrival there no such person could be found. Absconded 24th ult., and may be found committing similar frauds in other towns. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Exeter. DORSETSHIRE7~ 17.— Bland for d ( County).— On commitment warrant for assaulting a gamekeeper, and trespass— FREDERICK MOORE, alias ARTHUR KERBY, age 39, height 5 ft. 5£ in., complexion fresh, full round face, hair brown, eyes blue, mole right shoulder, erect bearing; dress, blue coat and vest, khaki breeches and putties, muffler, cap. A notorious poacher, native of Blandford. Has been convicted at Salisbury, Wimborne, Dorchester, Poole, and Wokingham. Information to Supt. Sims, Blandford. ESSEX. 18.— Brentwood ( County).— For obtaining 7s. by false pretences, 19th ult.— W. PATTISON, age 28, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, full round face, hair and eyes dark brown; dress, grey tweed suit, green stripes, green tie, black bowler hat, shoes with plain fronts. Stated he was a draper at Romford, solicited orders, obtained deposits, and promised to forward the goods. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Marden, Brentwood. 19.— Southend ( County).— For stealing from their lodgings, 21st ult., a brown jacket suit, dark stripes; 1 blue skirt, black web band, unlined; 1 youth's dark grey jacket; 1 pair lace boots, size 8, with toe- caps; 1 silver watch, key- winding, open face; 1 white counterpane, figured; 1 white fine calico chemise, and £ 2 3s. 6d.— ETHEL WARD, age 36, medium height, complexion fresh, hair dark; dress, dark dress, black astrachan coat and toque— WARD, age about 45, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion dark, thin face, hair and moustache ( turning grey) dark ; dress, black suit and overcoat, bowler hat, lace boots, nearly new. Supposed natives of London. Accompanied by three children, viz., a girl age 8, a boy age 6, very dark, and a girl age 2, very fair, wearing cream colour coat, cape and bonnet. Repre- sented himself as an agent for the Wesleyan General Assurance Company. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Pryke, Southend- on- Sea. GLA MORGA MS HIRE. 20.— Cardiff ( City).— For obtaining money by false pretences— A MAN, age 33 to 35, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., one shoulder droops slightly, hair turning grey, clean shaved; dress, fawn colour shower- proof overcoat, dark trousers, black hard hat. He ascer- tains the owners or agents of certain houses, also the day and time the rents are usually collected, then calls upon the tenants slightly earlier than the authorised collector, whom he states has been taken ill, obtains the amounts and initials the rent books. Warrant issued. Information to the Head Constable, Cardiff. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 21.— Gloucester ( County).— For unlawful wounding, also for stealing 2 heifers ( recovered)— LEONARD CHARLES GODDARD, age 24, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair very dark, slight moustache, and eyes dark, chest and left instep have been injured, slightly lame; dress, dark square cut jacket with light stripes, dark striped trousers, green cap, military boots. Appearance of a groom or farm labourer. Native of Gloucester, had served in the army. Absconded 26th ult., had in his possession £ 20. May endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Gloucester. HAMPSHIRE. 22 — Romsey ( County). — For stealing at Broueihton, 10th ult., a bicycle ( recovered)— — HARRISON, age 27 to 30, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., slight build, hair and slight moustache light, rather short sighted; dress, blue three- quarter length over- coat, velvet collar, black trousers, light cap ( too large for him), light lace boots, linen collar, " Potters, The Broadway, Southsea " thereon, blue and green tie, carried a small bag containing tools. Appear- ance of a mechanic. He took lodgings, stated he was employed in the neighbourhood, sometimes states he is employed by the National Telephone Company. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Littiewood, Romsey. KENT. 23.— Dart ford ( County).— For embezzling 10s. — GEORGE HUNT, age 38, height about 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, full red face, hair dark brown, mous- tache light. May seek employment at coal wharves. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Poole, Dartford. LANCASHIRE. 24.— Rochdale ( County).— For stealinga watch from his lodgings— A MAN, age 36, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion fresh, long face, hair brown; dress, dark suit with raised stripes, blue muffler, dark or green cap. A native of Dronfield, Derbyshire. Information to Supt. Jump, County Police Office, Rochdale. 25 — Manchester ( City).— For failing to report— Licence- holder CHARLES BEATTIE, alias MORTIMER, WILKINSON, THOMPSON, WIL- LIAMS, WILSON and JOHNSON, Office No. 2268- 02, age 70, height 5 ft. 8f in., complexion fresh, hair ( bald on top) and eyes grey, scar right eyebrow, bridge of nose and back of neck. A native of Liver- pool. Sentenced at Salford Borough Sessions, 24th October, 1907, to 3 years penal servitude for larceny. Licensed 27th January, 1910. Z. J. S. y. e. h. 1261. Information to the Chief Constable, Manchester. SHROPSHIRE. 28. — Church Stretton ( County). — For obtaining lis. by false pretences at Clun, 16th November, 1909— J. THOMPSON, alias LUMSDEN, JACKSON, and T. HENDERSON, age 25, height 5 ft. 6 in., slight build, long thin features, hair dark, clean shaved; dress, navy blue overcoat, astrachan collar and cuffs, brown suit, green cap, lace boots. A native of Huddersfield. MAUD THOMPSON, alias DORA THOMPSON ( supposed wife of above), age about 22, height about 5 ft. 2 in., complexion fresh, hair ( partly false) auburn, walks erect; dress, long tight- fitting blue coat, red costume, brown straw hat, motor veil, lace boots. Stated she was a native of Leeds. Represented they were soliciting orders for a photographer at Knighton. See Case No. 44, 24th December, 1909. Warrant issued. Information to Inspector Francis, Church Stretton. SUFFOLK ( East). 29 — Framlingham ( County).— For stealing at Weybread, 24th ult., 8 hens ( recovered).— ROBERT CHARLES SEAMAN, age' 28, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion, fresh, hair brown, eyes light brown; dress, dark brown suit, tight fitting, may be wearing a soft slouch hat or cap. A dealer, native of Need- ham, Norfolk. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Mann, Framlingham. SURREY. 30.— Dorking ( County).— For obtaining by a worthless cheque on Smiths Union Bank, Oxford, 22nd ult., a grey mare, aged, 15- 2£ hands, long swish tail, fired on both front legs, lump right side of neck, high withers, bare at top, a set of black harness, brass mounts, and a four- wheeled dogcart, by " Windover," light colour, iron plate on floor partly under front seat, basket strapped between front and back seats, pole and bar tied to trap, a brown horse rug with red braid.— J. ROBERTS, age about 50, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 ins., complexion fresh, hair ( turning grey) and moustache dark brown, eyes grey; dress, dark suit, blue melton overcoat ( velvet collar), violet or mauve tie, hard felt hat. May be found at horse sales or repositories. Supposed identical with man Case No. 4, 25th ult. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Boon, Dorking. 31.— Oxted ( County).— For failing to appear at Reigate County Petty Sessions, 12th ult., to a sum- mons for obtaining a banker's cheque and order for the payment of £ 2 10s. by false pretences— WILLIAM ANDREWS, alias HARRY STEVENS, Office No. 947- 02 ( Illustrated Circular 65, Figure 28), age 37, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes hazel, scar centre of forehead, bridge of nose, and palm of right hand. Previously convicted at Lewes, Reading and Croydon. Bench warrant issued. Information to Supt. West, Oxted. SUSSEX ( East). 32.— Brighton ( Borough).— For carnally know- ing a girl under 16 years of age— ARTHUR FINNIS, age 38 to 40, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., stout build, full red face, moustache ginger, carries his head forward. Stated he was a French polisher, but has been employed in a fried fish shop, also hawked post cards, combs, etc. A native of Brighton. Is accompanied by his wife, age 50, short, slight build, hair grey, boy age 7 years, and girl 4 years. Warrant issued. 33.— Brighton ( Borough). — For stealing furniture— ifARRY BLAKE, age about 36, height 5 ft. 8 in., hair dark, clean shaved, eyes blue, haggard appearance, no front feeth. A furniture doaler or sale porter. Absconded in February last. Frequents sale rooms. Warrant issued. 34.— Brighton ( Borough).— For obtaining a dressing case and 3 studs, by a worthless cheque on the London and County Bank, 74, Westbourne Grove, London, W., 5th ult.— P. J. DAVIES, age about 35, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fair, hair brown, clean shaved, eyes blue, wears a monocle; dress, green mixture overcoat, light jacket suit, black bowler or green Alpine hat, patent leather boots. Warrant issued. 35 — Brighton ( Borough).— For embezzling £ 9 13s. 2d., 4th May, 1909— JOHN COWELL, age about 45, height 5 ft. 9 in., hair brown, prominent red nose. A native of Brighton, was in business as a house agent. Late secretary of the Brighton and Sussex Equitable Permanent Benefit Building Society. Absconded in October, 1909. Warrant issued. 36.— Brighton ( Borough).— For obtaining £ 16 by false pretences— RUDOLPH BERMAN, a German, age 35, height 5 ft. 11 in., erect bearing, slight build, thin face, hair dark, bald on forehead, speaks good English; dress, blue serge suit, white cravat inside vest, black hard felt hat, lace boots. Stated he was 26.— St. Helens ( Borough).— For obtaining food and lodgings by false pretences, between 4th and 12th February.— ARTHUR SMITH, alias CHARLES WILLIAMS, age 50 to 60, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 ins., hair very grey, clean shaved, teeth ( except one on left side) missing, woman left forearm; dress, black coat and vest, grey breeches, light brown leggings with straps, green cap, black tie, lace boots, wore an oxidized metal watch and curb chain. He took lodgings, stated he was a cooper at a local brewery. He received a letter on 8th ult., addressed Quarter- Master Sergeant Arthur Smith. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, St. Helens. NORFOLK. 21.— East Harling ( County).— For neglecting his illegitimate child, thereby causing it unnecessary suffering, at Attleborough — JAMES HENRY SCHEAFFER, alias SCHAFFER, age 24, height 5 ft. 6 in., slight build, complexion fair, hair light brown, eyes grey, tattooed both arms and back of one hand. A labourer, native of London. Has been a ship's cook. Absconded 7th ult., had with him a bicycle, 24- in. frame, 28- in. wheels, l|- in. rims, black, Dunlop back tyre, Coventry front tyre, upturned handle bars, rather rusty, 1- in. pitch chain, old pattern bracket, collar pin broken in driving wheel, rubber pedals, front rim brake, mudguards, oil lamp, black enamelled pump, which he hired and has now probably sold. Is believed to be making his way to Newport, Mon. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Powell, East Harling. TUESDAY, JAnUARY 113, 1910. THE POLICE GAZETTE. 3 PORTRAITS OF PERSONS WANTED. 37.— Edinburgh ( City).— For conspiracy to defraud creditors on a bankruptcy estate— MANUEL PINKER, a Russian, age 50, height 5 ft. in., rather stout build, complexion fresh, hair and eyes MIDLOTHIAN. plexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes brown. Both born in Poland. May lie found trading under assumed names as general drapers, jewellers, Ikc. Absconded about 14th ult. grey. ISAAC SAMUEL PINKER, age 30, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion pale, hair black, eyes grey. PHILIP PINKER, age 21, height 5 ft. 2 in., corn- Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, Edinburgh. 38.— Gateshead ( Borough).— For the wilful murder of Thomas William Henderson. 2Gth ult., by shooting him with a revolver — Licence- holder THOMAS CRAIG or CRAKE, Office No. 624- 10, age DURHAM. Murder. dark blue or dark check suit, turn down collar, broad breast tie, heavy lace boots. A miner, native of Spennymoor. Sentenced at Durham Assizes, 22nd November, 1904, to 7 years penal servitude for rape. 24, height 5 ft. 5A ins., complexion very fresh, hair brown ( frizzy at front), clean shaved, eyes blue, stout build, broad shoulders, erect bearing, scar each side and 2 front of forehead, right and left of neck and 2 back of left hand, burn scar left thumb ; dress, rough Liberated 24th ult., and arrived in Darlington from London early 25th ult., stayed there until the follow- ing morning when he left, stated his intention of proceeding to Newcastle to seek work. The above clothes are similar to those supplied to convicts when liberated. He has been several times convicted at Bishop Auckland of theft and pitch and toss. Craig at one time worked in the pits at Spenny- moor, and was also a member of the 3rd Durham Militia prior to 1904, and underwent training at Barnard Castle. He escaped with the revolver in his possession and left his cap behind. Information to the Chief Constable, Gateshead. LANCASHIRE. 39.- St. Helens ( Borough).— For embezzle- ment— WILLIAM JOHN CHAMBERS, age about 13, 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 ult. Information to the Chief Constable, St. Helens. - APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT—( contuiutd). an Insurance Agent. Had with him a brown leather hand bag. Absconded lst ult. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Brighton. 40.— Hove ( Borough).— For obtaining credit to the amount of £ 87 while an undischarged bankrupt— DANIEL BOYD, alias DANIEL MORISON BOYD, a Scotsman, age 60, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., stout build, complexion fresh, hair dark brown ( turning grey), moustache dark ( turning grey), short beard, wears glasses. Is accompanied by his wife, age 40 to 45, height 5 ft. 4 in., very stout, supposed an American. Is known in Manchester. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Hove. WORCESTERSHIRE. 4\ .— Oldbury ( County).— For stealing £ 2 13s. 6d. from his lodgings— ALEC WILKINSON, age 28, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion sallow, hair black, eyes brown, stoops slightly ; dress, green coat and trousers, blue serge vest, brown cap. A litho artist, native of Edinburgh. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hill, Oldbury. YORKSHIRE ( North Riding). 42.— Middlesbrough ( Borough) — For fail- ing to report— Licence- holder JOSEPH WFLDON, alias JOHN WHITTAKER, Office No. 425- 04, age 29, height 5 ft. Of in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes blue, scar back of neck, palm of right hand, base of right thumb, and 2 right wrist. A groom, native of Sheffield. Sentenced at Northamp- ton Borough Quarter Sessions, 20th October, 1905, to 5 years penal servitude and 3 years supervision for shopbreaking. Licensed 3rd December, 1909. f. 392. Information to the Chief Constable, Middlesbrough. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 43.— Bradford ( City).— For embezzlement— ARTHUR M. BETTS, age 22, height 5 ft. 5 to 7 in., complexion sallow, high cheek bones, prominent nose, large mouth, hair ( long) dark, clean shaved, of theatrical appearance; dress, light mixture lounge suit, black hard felt hat. An auctioneer's clerk. May be found at skating rinks, music halls, \ c. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, Bradford. 44.— Leeds ( City).— For obtaining money by false pretences ( by posing as a prison official, and stated she had lost her purse) — Licence- holder MARGARET WORSLEY, Office No. 2531- 01, Case THE POLICE GAZETTE. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued). No. 18, 25th ult., age 69, height 5 ft. 1 in., com- plexion fresh, hair grey, eyes blue, scar right of fore- head and over right eye; dress, long black cloak, email black bonnet, black lace cloth- topped boots. A native of Glasgow. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Leeds. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. BUCKINGHA MS HIRE. 45.— Great Marlow { County).— Committed for trial at ensuing Quarter Sessions, charged with conspiracy to defraud— MADGE GRYLLS, alias PRICE and ELLIOTT, age 27, height 5 ft. 8£ in., slight build, complexion fresh, long face, hair dark brown, eyes brown, accompanied by her mother and a child, age 4 ; GERTRUDE PUGH PRICE, alias GERTRUDE PRICE, age 31, height 5 ft. 3 in., slight build, complexion pale, hair and eyes brown; both well dressed. They obtain furnished apartments by false references ( usually signed " M. Elliott"), and credit from tradesmen. Information toiSupt. Summers, High Wycombe. HEREFORDSHIRE. 46.— ROSS ( County).— Sentenced to 14 days imprisonment for assault — JAMES MORRIS BROWN, age 23, height 5 ft. 3£ in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, scar over right eye and back of head, blue dot right forearm, EB, ILLS, & c., right wrist, SMH over BATE left arm, large birth- mark inside left ankle; dress, black jacket, blue double- breasted vest, 2 pairs trousers ( 1 black, 1 grey), black and white plaid muffler, strong lace boots. States he is a shoemaker. Believed wanted elsewhere. Information to Supt. Marston, Ross. HER TFORDSHIRE7 47.— Watford ( County).— Committed for trial at Quarter Sessions at St. Albans, 5th inst., for larceny ( lodgings), 2 cases.— FRANK WILLIAMS alias WATSON, FRANCIS, and HARVEY, age 20, height 5 ft. 7 ins., complexion fresh ( blotchy), hair dark brown, eyes brown; dress, blue serge suit, grey cap, brown boots with cloth tops. Previously convicted at Feltham, Canterbury and Bexhill, supposed wanted elsewhere. Information to Supt. Wood, Watford. S TA FFORDSHIRE. 48. — Long ion ( County). — Remanded at Burslem till 5th inst., charged with loitering with intent to commit a felony— PETER ROBERTS, alias JACK HARRISON, Office No. 66/ 04, age 56, height 5 ft. in., complexion pale, hair dark ( turning grey), eyes dark brown, wart left eye, bone enlargement 4th right finger; dressed in female attire, mingled brown and grey shawl, blue skirt, brown wig. A native of Neston, Birkenhead. Has been convicted at Liverpool, Oldham, Bury, Durham, Preston and Wolverhampton. Information to Supt. Grove, Longton. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 49.— C Division.— 11th ult., a thick black melton overcoat, lined dark minx, dark sea otter collar, " Revillon, New York," on tab; 2 silver cigarette cases ( 1 square, 1 lady's oval), crest, lion holding dagger over helmet, 2 stars, crescent, lion underneath with motto " Valor Virtus Fides " thereon. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BEDFORDSHIRE. 50.— Luton ( County).— 24th ult., at Dunstable, a Rudge- Whitworth bicycle, transfer on head, No. 537742 on seat pillar, enamelled black, flat handle- bars, black celluloid grips, rubber pedals, Rudge- Whitworth saddle and tyres, in good condition— By A MAN, age 25 to 30, height 5 ft. 8 in.; dress, dark jacket suit, cap and muffler. Information to Supt. Panter, Luton. 51.— Bedford ( Borough).— 25th ult., a sapphire and diamond ring ( big sapphire and 4 medium size diamonds); 1 sapphire and diamond crescent brooch ; 1 lady's blue enamel watch, back set diamonds, pearls round face; 1 half- hoop ring of diamonds; 1 do., set 5 different stones, diamonds, opals, rubies and indicolite sapphire; 1 gold bracelet, set pearls and sapphires; 1 do. set turquoise; 1 plain do.; 1 gold brooch, set moonstone and diamonds, in the form of two hearts tied with lovers' knot; 1 pale blue pendant, set pearls, gold chain attached; 1 fly brooch, set rubies and pearls; 1 gold ball pin, set turquoise and pearls; 1 blue enamel pendant and chain; 1 small pearl ring; 1 gold ring, set pearls and amethyst; 1 long gold chain, set large turquoise; 1 morocco case. Information to the Chief Constable, Bedford. BERKSHIRE. 52.— Abingdon ( County).— 25th ult., at Radley Railway Station, a pair of pince- nez, steel rims; 1 pair do., gold rims in case, marked " Witham, jeweller, Stert Street, Abingdon ; 1 pair of very dark brown tweed trousers and vest; 1 do. jacket and vest, marked " Tom Brown, 1 and 2, High Street, Eaton and Conduit Street, W.": 1 flannel shirt; 1 collar; 1 pair of socks; 1 cap; 1 pair of boots, most of the clothing marked in ink " G. S. K. Butterworth," and would fit a well- built man of 5 ft. 8 or 9 in.; and £ 1 lis. 9| d. The following articles were left behind :— An old blue serge suit, " W. R. Buddington, Sheffield," on buttons ; 1 dark tweed vest, black hard felt hat, Oxford shirt, pair of worsted socks; 1 turn- down collar, with front attached, all very old; 2 towels, " Great Central Railway, Sheffield, Victoria Station," thereon. The clothes would fit a man 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., very slim. Information to Supt. Foster, Abingdon. 53.— Windsor ( Borough).— Between 19th Feb- ruary and 25th ult., an Express English silver lever watch, No. 645960, maker " J. G. Graves, Sheffield," metal graduated curb chain attached. 26th ult., a pair of military blue serge trousers. 28th ult., by housebreaking, a gold brooch, long, embossed with roses, 1 plain silver oblong buckle for a lady's waist band, and about £ 2. Information to the Chief Constable, Windsor. CHESHIRE. 54.— Stockport ( Borough).— 10th ult., a cycle, made by Allen Brothers, Stockport, B. S. A. fittings, Sturmey- Archer 3- speed gear, raised handle- bars, Dunlop tyres, metal gear case, speed lever on top bar of frame, roller brakes. Information to the Chief Constable, Stockport. DERBYSHIRE. oo.— RenishaW ( County).— Between 26th and 28th ult., by housebreaking, at Dore, a pink and white striped woollen night shirt; 1 blue and white striped Union shirt; 1 black handle razor in green case ; 1 green and yellow striped tie; 1 pair of pink ( camp) blankets; 1 razor strop, canvas one side and leather the other, " Crapper Wicker" stamped thereon. Information to Supt. Andrew, Renishaw. 56.— Woodville ( County). — 23rd ult., by burglary, 1 long needle case in blue goldstone, gold mount ruby centre; 1 onyx and gold box; 1 oval gold snuff box, enamel plaque set in diamonds; 1 round gold and enamel box china plaque; 1 large gold and enamel seal, raised white and green flowers; 1 gold and enamel flower chatelaine hook and 3 chains, 2 hanging, etui and acorn; 1 long china scent bottle, raised figures ; 1 round glass and gilt mount scent bottle; 1 large antique watch in case, on chatelaine in gold, and four pendants; 1 large old watch case in blue enamel and pearls; 1 large old watch in gold, blue enamel lady on top, with chatelaine of gold and blue enamel, set pearls, eight pendants; 1 oval miniature case, set rubies; 1 gold engraved vinaigrette box; 1 gold snuff box, dog in mosaic on lid; 1 miniature of lady, in Wateau costume; 1 oval miniature case with hair; 1 gold modal, Charles I; 1 gold and silver card case; 1 small gold vinaigrette; 1 large old ring " M " on same; 1 yellow burnt crystal box, gold rim; 1 old watch; 1 oval gold engraved box, shape of a large locket; 1 small embossed gold and silver basket; 1 gold snuff box, two portraits on top, engraved; 1 black and gold snuff box, birds on top inlaid mother of pearl; 1 long gold vinaigrette box; 1 old paste pendant, photograph of dog; 1 medallion, Battersea enamel; 1 gold pocket book and pencil; 1 enamel scent bottle ; 1 round silver medal, 1689, Britannia ; 1 gilt box, heart shape, with paste round; 1 octagonal box in gold and yellowish stone; 1 modern miniature ( of F. W. Milligan); 1 white enamel box, silver rim; 1 oblong box, black and silver, Russian; £ 10 or £ 12, and about 5s. worth of penny stamps. Information to Supt. Badger, Woodville. ELGINSHIRE. 57.— Elgin ( County).— Between 11th and 16th August, 1909, a gold ring, believed set 5 rubies, con- sisting of a thick circle of gold, same thickness all round, and crosswise set in gold 5 or 7 rubies size from to £- in. in diameter each, of brilliant red, when worn the rubies lie lengthwise back of finger. Between 22nd and 25th September, 1909, a square set diamond ring, old- fashionea, consisting of a circle of gold, two rows of medium size square diamonds, five dimonds in each row, silver sotting, diamonds flush at sides, but slightly raised in centre. Information to the Chief Constable, Elgin. ESSEX. 58.— Brentwood ( County).— 27th ult., by housebreaking at Billericay, a lady's gold watch, open faco, gold dial, long gold neck chain, small round i links attached; 1 lady's gold ring, set two diamonds and two rubies; 1 do., set two pearls and two green stones; 1 do. memorial ring, " 6 April, 1896" inscribed inside; 1 gold curb bracelet; 1 do. fancy band, set one diamond and two rubies; 1 silver fanoy bracelet; 1 do. plain do. ; 1 gold locket, pearl in centre, fancy edge, containing the photograph of a gentleman ; 1 gold brooch, fancy edge; 2 do. plain; 1 do. bar, pearl in centre; 1 sea shell brooch, leaf shape, one large shell in centre, small shells arouind; all believed to be 18- ct., old and much worn; 1 cash box containing about £ 3. Information to Supt. Marden, Brentwood. GL AM ORG A NSHIRE. 59— Cardiff ( City).— 21st ult., by office- breaking, a large oval gold locket, plain back, filigree front, set a number of small stones, either diamonds or rubies, which form 3 small crescents; 1 gold locket, size of a halfpenny, gold roses engraved on front, plain back, coloured miniature of lady inside; 1 18- ct. gold diamond ring, very massive, diamond carats, set in flush; 1 gold single albert, dog link pattern, gold match box attached, initials " J. R. P. from O. B." engraved thereon. Information to the Head Constable, Cardiff. HAMPSHIRE. W.— Fareham ( County). — 28th ult., at Drayton, 6 plated tea knives, chased handles, " E. P. N. S. " ( supposed) on blade of each knife, in a black leather case, lined with blue satin, " G. Whitfield, Goldsmith, Palmerston Road, and King's Road, Portsmouth," inside case; a dark grey over- coat, pockets bound with braid, " Guy, Outfitter, Fratton Road," on tab. Information to Supt. Carman, Farehani. 61 .— Bournemouth ( Borough).— 26th ult., a half hoop diamond ring; 1 half hoop turquoise do.; 1 gold do., set several small diamonds; 1 do., set 2 large diamonds and 1 large pearl; 1 marquise do., set several small diamonds; 1 small gold do., set 1 pearl and 4 brilliants; 1 antique do., set garnets and pearls ( 1 stone missing); 1 gold spray, set turquoise and pearls; 1 " S " shaped brooch, set turquoise, with Brazilian diamond each end; 1 gold pear shaped do., composed of turquoise, garnet centre surrounded small pearls; 1 modern gold do., with uncut turquoise, known as Matrix ; 1 round do., set turquoise and pearls; 1 gold heart shaped turquoise pendant, outline pearls, gold chain attached: 1 long gold turquoise and pearl pendant do.; 1 pair turquoise earrings, set 3 diamonds in each; 1 gold band bracelet, set double row of turquoise; 1 small flat gold safety pin brooch ; 1 long gold neck chain, long and short links alternately; 3 pairs of eyeglasses, without rims; 2 silver cigarette cases ( 1 with " G. H. P." thereon); 1 diamond pin, shape of figure 8, set diamonds ; 1 pair gold cuff links, torpedo shape; 2 or 3 plain gold studs; 1 gold ring, set 2 diamonds and 1 ruby; 1 gold necklace, with about 20 hanging drops attached, set turquoise and pearls. Between 24th and 26th ult., 1 £ 2 Jubilee piece; 1 do. 5s. do.; 1 spade guinea; 1 quarter spade guinea; and 1 one- third of a spade guinea. Information to Supt. Hack, Bournemouth. HERTFORDSHIRE. 62 - St. Albans ( County).— 27th ult., by housebreaking, at Harpenden, a diamond and pearl pin with base to form stand; 1 large pearl set 4 diamonds ( 1 missing), in dark Morocco case, blue plush lining; 1 gold brooch, crescent shape, red enamel, set 8 diamonds, and surmounted with crown of diamonds and pearls; 1 do. ring ( antique) set large ruby; 1 lady's half hoop ring set diamonds and rubies; 1 do. gold keeper ring; 1 pair gold sleeve links, blue enamel, band pattern; 2 gold studs ( plain); 1 do. bracelet, 1 side rope pattern, other plain ; 1 do., twisted pattern ; 1 antique brace- let, platinum, inlaid gold; 1 pair gold rimmed spectacles, 1 side piece missing; 1 Queen Victoria sixpenny piece, with hole in; 1 lady's small silver watch, chased back, coloured flowers round dial, gold hands, key wind; 1 do. silver chain, twisted pattern, locket attached. Information to Supt. Reed, St. Albans. KENT. 63 — Dartford ( County).— 27th ult., at Stone, a bicycle, painted black with red stripes, gear 84, No. 6792, front mud- guard slightly damaged, power- ful gas lamp, glass cracked and the front bent, brake back wheel fastened on handle- bars, 2 bags contain- ing ( 1 steel spanner, 1 nickel plated spanner and and several others). Information to Supt. Poole, Dartford. 64 Sittinghourne ( County).— 28th ult., at Borden, a free wheel bicycle, " The Beagle, Kenyon and Trot, Ipswich," on transfer, painted dull green, old pattern saddle, 1 spring broken, Bowden brake both wheels, rat trap pedals, mudguards back and front, straight handle- bars, tool bag attached. Information to Supt. Crowhurst, Sittingbourne. 65•— Tonbridge ( County). — 22nd ult., at Chiddingstone, a crocodile purse containing £ 3 us., and a black leather purse ( envelope pattern) contain- ing about 6s. 6d.— Suspicion is attached to A MAN, age 20 to 30, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion fair, alight moustache dark, hair ( supposed) dark brown; wearing long light green- overcoat, band- lit back with 2 buttons, large light cap." . Information to Supt. Styles, Tollbridge. FRIDAY, APRIL 1, 1910. THE POLICE GAZETTE. 5 PROPERTY STOLEN— continued. 66 — Tunbridge \ Veils ( Borough).— 23rd ult., a lady's Hobart Champion bicycle, number 38374, black enamelled, red lines, plated badge on head, Tripper tyres, upturned handle- bars, black gear case with celluloid panels, 2 inverted lever brakes, rubber pedals, brown saddle, oil lamp, partly plated and partly black enamelled, black celluloid pump, tool bag, containing a card with " Dora Harmer" thereon. Information to the Chief Constable, Tunbridge Wells. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. 67. — Northampton ( County). — Supposed during the last week in February, at Milton, a 9- in. octagonal metal sun dial ( believed bronze), " Eheu fugaces la buntur horae " in half circle on top, and 1716 at bottom of dial. „, Information to Supt. Butlin, Northampton. 27th ult., a small ivory stag brooch, one gold and one black ring round, gold chain, small link pattern attached; 1 silver oval brooch, horse shoes in centre; 1 lady's large silver Geneva watch, white dial, black numerals, steel pointers, back case engraved. 28th ult., 1 lady's gold watch, engraved case, gold dial, key wind, old and far worn ; 1 gold oblong brooch, about in. long, small balls round edge, glass in back; 1 18- ct. gold gipsy ring, set 3 dia- monds in claw setting; 1 18- ct. gold hunter watch, No. 17166, plain case, keyless, " J. West, Holbeach " on dial, inscribed inside, " Presented to T. Osborne, by the Heeley Cricket Club for his services as Secretary, 1909"; 1 lady's silver Geneva watch, engraved case, white dial, slightly cracked, black pointers and numerals, key wind; 1 lady's long silver chain, small square links; 1 lady's gold curb dress ring, two bands at back; 1 jubilee half- crown and 2 lion shillings. Information to the Chief Constable, Sheffield. 92.— Warwickshire, Longford ( County).— FRANCIS H. NEWMAN, Case No. 52, 11th February, 1910. 93.— Warwickshire, Warwick ( County).— JANE ELIZABETH SMITH, Case No. 43, 18th ult. 94.— Yorkshire ( West Riding). York ( City).— ARTHUR BIDGOOD, Office No 1371- 08, Case No. 55, 18th ult., and remanded at Bradford till 5th inst., for burglary. 95.— Yorkshire ( West Riding). Rotherham ( Borough).— THOMAS LARKIN, Office No. 72- 02, Case No. 49, 10th December, 1909, and Tabular Form, 7 th January, 1910, and sentenced at Chesterfield, 24th ult., to 6 months hard labour for failing to report. LATEST INFORMATION. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 96.— If Division.— For stealing ( servant) £ 1 10s., 22nd February last— JOHN HAYWARD alias FREDERICK WILLIAM ACARNLEY, age 22 height 5 ft. 7 in., slight build, round shoulders, com- plexion fair, long thin face, hair brown, eyes grey, small nose, burn scars on forehead, slouching gait, stoops; dress, dark tweed jacket and vest, blue serge trousers, dark cap, black muffler, button boots. A native of Manchester. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. LANCASHIRE. 97. — Bootle ( Borough).— For stealing ( by trick), 24th ult., 2 gold watches ( 1 lady's 14- ct., No. 1017146, key winder, engraved cases, plain dial, glass chipped, black numerals, gold hands, other recovered in pledge) WEEKLEY, alias BAKER, BARKER, GRAY, TOM MILLER, and JOHN SEYMOUR, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., slight build, complexion fresh, high cheek bones, hair dark, clean shaved, one toe deformed, limps slightly; dress, brownish overcoat, brown suit, black bowler hat, wore a leather bit and stirrup watch guard, gold snake ring set ruby and diamond, usually carries a stick. Stated he was a boot and shoe dealer from Northampton, also that he came from Nottingham. Is believed to attend race meetings. He called at a pawnshop, asked to be shown a lady's gold watch, was not satisfied with those produced, the manager then telephoned to a branch shop for two watches to be sent by messenger, Weekley met the lad, obtained the watches from him on the pretence of showing them to his wife, and decamped. Information to the Chief Constable, Bootle. PERSON IN CUSTODY. 5 TA FFORDSHIRE. 98.— Longton ( County).— Remanded till 6th inst., charged with loitering with intent to commit a felony, 29th ult.— MARK NEILEN, alias JAMES NEILEN, age 26, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache black, eyes brown, cut mark bridge of nose; dress, grey jacket, black vest, 2 pairs of trousers ( 1 cord, 1 dark grey). A labourer. States he came from Roscommon about 2 years ago. Information to Supt. Grove, Longton. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTIRCT 99.— F Division.— Between 11th and 29th ult., a green crocodile leather jewel bag, lined green velvet, " G. G." in gold letters; 1 diamond tiara ; 1 do. comb, convertible to brooch; 4 strings of pearls; 1 3- row seed pearls; 1 gold nugget chain, large nugget at bottom set precious stones; 1 diamond and sapphire ring ; 1 do., set 3 diamonds and 2 sapphires; 1 5- stone diamond ring, claw setting; 1 antique do., set 2 garnets, pearl in centre; 1 do. gold, blue enamel; 1 small single stone diamond ring; 1 antique marquise, set rose diamonds, hair in centre; 1 do., set pearls all iround, " From Addy toGertrudei" engraved inside; 1 crystallised nugget, 1J in.; 2 garnet crosses ( 1 antique, Florentine pattern, set gold and paste, 1 set gold and silver back); several strings of coral; 1 gold flexible bracelet; 1 gold curb do., set garnet on lock; 1 lady's old- fashioned Geneva watch, Forget- me- nots engraved on back ; 1 bee brooch, yellow body, ruby and diamond eyes; 1 antique circular brooch, miniature on mother o'pearl; 1 round gold locket, painting of a dog inside ; 1 small pearl cross, blue enamel; 1 plain gold bracelet, snap fastening with small safety chain; 1 square locket, dark blue enamel, set paste in silver. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan olice Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. SURREY. 68.— Reigate ( Borough).— 20th ult., by house- breaking, a lady' s 18- ct. gold dress ring, set opal and 2 diamonds ( opal missing); 1 Florentine mosaic brooch, antique, " St. Peter's at Rome" engraved thereon ; 1 black enamel locket, floral design, antique ; 1 pair gold sleeve studs, pearl set in centre; 1 pair gold and black onyx mourning studs. Information to the Head Constable, Reigate. SUSSEX ( East). 69.— Brighton ( Borough).— 6th ult., a Dia- mond bicycle, black enamelled, lined red, Dunlop tyres, rubber pedals, North Road drop handle- bars, bound with £- in. black tape, brake handle also bound with tape, black tips, Brampton chain, three spring saddle, front rim brake, Bowden back brake, both painted black, mahogany brake blocks, 28- in. wheels, ordinary tin mud- guards, revolving Liberty bell, 2 lamp brackets ( one on head one on fork), plated pump attached, gears, wheels, cranks and hubs plated. In good condition. Information to the Chief Constable, Brighton. WORCES TERSHIRE. 70.— Worcester ( City).— 24th ult., a Premier bicycle, No. 238849, 28- in. frame, Sturmey- Archer 3- speed gear, bottom gear out of repair, slightly raised handle- bars, green grips, ordinary rim brakes, ends of black composition, rims nickelled but rusty, Dunlop tyres rather worn, rubber pedals, mud- guards, Brooks' saddle and tool bag, bell, rusty nickel lamp attached, also carrier on back, in fair condition. 28th ult., a James' bicycle, recently done up, no transfer, black enamelled rims black with a broad red line each side of rim, Eadie coaster hub, mud- guards, Dunlop tyres, raised handle- bars, black grips, old bell brass colour, and old black lamp. Information to Supt. Byrne, Worcester. YORKSHIRE ( North Riding). 71— Middlesbrough ( Borough).— 23rd ult., a Premier bicycle, No. 278280, 24- in. black enamelled frame, lined red, upturned handle- bars ( right side bent), rubber pedals, roller lever brakes, Cambridge tyres, Armstrong 3- speed gear, Perry's chain, 2 mud- guards, Veeder cyclometer on front wheel which registered 2,512 miles, oil lamp, bell, pump and tool bag attached. Has been in use about 15 months. Information to the Chief Constable, Middlesbrough. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 72.— Bradford ( City).— Between 26th and 58th ult., by shopbreaking, a boy's blue serge suit, . size 4 or 5, marked " R/ C " on knickers in ink ; 2 red wool neck shawls, new; 1 large black wool shawl, second- hand; 1 pair trousers, black, with stripes, white cotton lining, black lining on bottom of trousers, new; 1 white cotton table- cloth, marked " I/ C" in blue chalk, second- hand ; 1 Lachenal con- certina with 2 rows of white keys, in box; 1 pair of lady's boots, " R/- " scratched on sole ; 1 flannelette petticoat, marked " I/ C " in blue chalk ; 1 small neck shawl; 4 large wool shawls, second- hand; 1 new counterpane, gold on white ground, fringed, " F/-" on tab ; 1 pair boots, " R/- " scratched on soles, second- hand ; 1 pair black or blue trousers, " F/ C " marked in lining; 1 black and white checked silk handker- chief; 1 silk handkerchief; 1 pair of lady's shoes, " L/- " on sole, good condition ; 1 dark coloured skirt, " I/ b" on tab; 1 red and white counterpane, fringed, new, " L/ C " on tab ; 1 counterpane, second- hand ; 1 blanket, second- hand, " L/ C " on tab; about 24 pairs of boots and shoes, various shapes and sizes; a quantity of jackets, vests and trousers, second- hand; and a number of suits, second- hand. Information to the Chief Constable, Bradford. 73 — Sheffield ( C%).— 20th ult., by house- breaking, a lady's silver Geneva watch, No. 31087, chased case, white dial, pink line round; 1 lady's long rolled gold chain, small plain links, a chased gold locket with plain square for monogram attached ; 1 lady's 15- ct. plain gold dress ring, set 5 rubies; 1 plain gold bangle, imitation ivy leaf in centre. 21st ult., a silver lever watch, No. 805026, white - dial, black numerals, gold pointers, " H. Samuels, Manchester," maker. PROPERTY RECOVERED. GL OUCES TERSHIRE. 74.— Cheltenham ( County).— Bicycle, Case No. 39, 25th ult. ANIMALS, & c., STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 75.— N Division,— 26th ult., a bay cob, age 5 years, 15 hands, long mane and tail, recently shod behind with side clips, sand cracked hind feet, in good condition ; a set of black harness, brass mounts, minus bridle. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. APPREHENSIONS. 76 — Metropolitan Police District, Conivct Supervision Office,— HARRY ABRAHAMS, Office No. 1987- 08, Tabular Form, 5th February, 1909, and remanded at Old Street Police Court till 5th inst., for larceny. 77.— Metropolitan Police District, Convict Supervision Office.— MARK DORRINGTON, Office No. 1034- 04, Tabular Form, 25th ult., at Brentwood, for larceny IS — Metropolitan Police District, Convict Supervision Office,— JOHN CLARKE, Office No. 1107- 00, Tabular Form, 4th ult., at Market Rasen, Lines. 79.— Metropolitan Police District, Convict Supervision Office.— EDWARD FAY, Office No. 3570- 02, Tabular Form, 6th March, 1908, at Cardiff, for burglary, as JOHN WRIGHT. 80.— Metropolitan Police District, Convict Supervision Office.— WILLIAM RANDALL, Office No. 1216- 09, Tabular Form, 7th January, 1910, and committed for trial at County of London Sessions, 6th inst., for burglary. 81 — Metropolitan Police District, D Division.— JOHN PRATLEY, Office No S/ 59798, Case No. 107, 17th July, 1908, and sentenced at Marylebone Police Court, 23rd ult., to 4 months hard labour for larceny. 82 — Metropolitan Police District. T Division.— FRANCIS BUTLER PARR, Case No. 4, 21st January last. 83.— Metropolitan Police District, W Division. — GEORGE WILLIAM WEEDON, Case No. 2, 18th February, 1910. 84 — Cheshire, Macclesfield ( County). — JAMES DENTON, Case No. 17, 15th October, 1909. 85 — Cheshire, Stalybridge ( Borough). — TOM PRATT, Case No. 34, 4th February, 1910, in London. 86 — H a mps hire, Alton ( County).— ALBERT NORTH and HARRY CROSBY, Case No. 14, 25th ult., and property recovered, also JOHN COLEMAN, Case No. 15, 25th ult., in London. 87 — Lincolnshire, Boston ( Borough).— JAMES PADLEY, Office No. 1533- 07, Case No. 27, 25th February, 1910. 88— Lincolnshire, Grimsby ( Borough),— BENJAMIN LARK, Cases Nos. 33 and 65, 25th ult., identical with GEORGE GARNER, Office No. 2879- 97. The property mentioned has been identified as having been stolen at Hamilton, N. B., and prisoner has been handed over to that force. 89.— Lincolnshire, Grimsby ( Borough). — ARTHUR WATKIN, Case No. 33, 11th ult. 90 .— Northamptonshire Tow- Cester ( County).— FRANK WRIGHT, Case No. 31, 4th ult., at Aylesbury, and committed for trial at next Bucks Assizes, on a charge of arson. 91.— Surrey, Reigate ( Borough).— JAMES COOK, Case No 28, 25th ult., and property re- covered. 4 T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. FRIDAY, MARCH 5, 1910. The apprehension of the undermentioned persons is sought for failing to report under the Provisions of the Prevention of Crimes Act. The Police Force requiring the capture is notified under the name of the person, with the exception of the Metropolitan District, which is shown by the letters C. 0. ( Convict Office), in all cases where a warrant has been granted, notification will follow name of Force desiring capture. In the event of the capture of persons circulated from C. O. information is to be forwarded to the Assistant Commissioner, Convict Supervision Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. The remainder to the Chief Constable of the Police District named. Division in which known. Name, Metropolitan Police Office No., and Force Desiring Capture. AGE. HEIGHT. COM. HAIB. EYES. REMARKS. Conviotion, Prison Register No. and Date Liberated. H, T. D, G, L, W. W, X. I, a. D. T. 8, Y. L. H, W. A, D, E, F, G, X N. I E, G, W. M, Y. LICENCEES. CAMPBELL, JOHN CHARLES, alias JOHN RYAN, GEORGE DAVIS, WM. DAYIES, and JOHN GEORGE. 149- 02. CO. CLARK, WILLIAM, alias WILLIAM CLEAVE, WILLIAM CLEARE, WILLIAM JONES, JOHN CLARK, WALTER CLARKE, and EDWARD HANAFORD. 1385- 00. C. O. CURTIS. THOMAS, alias HARRY MORRIS and HENRY MORRIS. 2901- 02. C. O. DAVIS, JOHN, alias JOHN THOMAS MORRIS and CHARLES JOLES, 3023- 02. C. O. Warrant issued. DRING, JAMES, alias JAMES BEGLEY, JAMES ROBEY and JAMES BAGLEY. 1820- 00. C. O. DURANT, LUK E LOCKE, alias LUK E REO JAMES DURANT, JOHN LOCKE, and EDWARD GRAY. C. O. Warrant issued. HALES, WILLIAM, alias WILLIAM HENRY HALES and WILLIAM HAILES. 1134- 02. C. O. MANN, THOMAS, alias OCTAVIUS CLEMENTS, JOHN BARRETT, GEO. SMITH, JOHN JENNINGS, ROBT. CLEMENTS, JNO. SULLTVAN, JNO. SMITH, JNO. WHEELER, HENRY THOMAS, and GEORGE WHITE. 1577- 02. C. O. Warrant issued. McBRIDE, JAMES PATRICK, alias ALBERT FLOYD, JAMES HARCOURT, and JOHN CRAIG. 1837- 06. C. O. SEYMOUR, HENRY, alias GEORGE THOMPSON and GEORGE WEST. 967- 04. C. O. SMITH, JAMES, alias GEORGE EDWARD GORDON, GEORGE BUTLER. JAMES MONTAGUE, and JAMES TURNER. 1510- 03. C. O. WALLACE, GEORGE, alias GEORGE WILLIAMS, 2371- 09. C. O. WARNER, ROSE, ai'< 7sKATF. ALDRIDGE, FLORENCE FRIEND, EMMA YOUNG, MARY ALDRIDGE, KATE YOUNG, KATE FOWLE, KATE FOWLER. KATE FARR, ROSE HORNER, and EMILY YOUNG. 2799- 01. C. O. 33 36 31 28 48 87 36 63 39 39 80 40 58 6 2 5 4 5 5 5 3 5 7 5 9 5 6 5 6 5 9 6 0 5 6 5 4 5 3 fair fresh fresh fresh dark fresh fresh fresh sallow fresh fresh fresh pale brn brn black dk brn brn ( trng g^ y) brn ( tn gre. v thin) dk brn brn ( partly bald) bru It brn brn ( partly bald) brn ( trng grey) brn blue grey brn ( cast It) hzl gry hazel grey hazel grey grey blue grey hazel blue ( lost left) " AW" It frm half ring 2nd It finger lost rt arm sc under rt jaw 2 moles It cheek Central Criminal Court, 29th May, 1905, 3 years for robbery with violence. Liberated on 2nd licence. 9th February, 1910, which expires 15th April 1910 Y f. 69. North London Sessions, 8th October, 1907, 3 years penal servitude for possessing housebreaking implements by night. Licensed 7th January, 1910 a. h. 505. Central Criminal Court, 21st October, 1907, 3 years penal servitude for larceny. Licensed 22nd January, 1910. h. 599. North London Sessions, 6th September, 1904, 3J years penal servitude, and 2 years supervision," for larceny ( person). Licensed 31st May 1907 e 419. North London Sessions, 22nd October, 1907, 3 years penal servitude for larceny. Licensed 25th January, 1910. Y h. 179. Central Criminal Court, 2nd April, 1906,4 years penal servitude for false pretences. Licensed 22nd April, 1903. g 198. North London Sessions, 3rd April, 1906, 4 years penal servitude and 1 year's supervision, and remanet ( which expires 6th March, 1911), for larceny. Licensed 26tli January, 1910. Z e. g. 311. Central Criminal Court, 18th March, 1907, 3 years penal servitude for larceny. Licensed 17tli June, 1909. C M h. 1124. Liverpool Assizes, 12th November, 1907, 3 yeai- B penal servitude for forgery. Licensed 11th February, 1910. d. h. 702. North London Sessions, 22nd October, 1907, 3 years penal servitude for larceny. Licensed 25th J. icuary, 1910. Z h. 522 West Ham Sessions, 11th December, 1903, 5 years penal servitude and remanet ( which expires'llth March, 1912) for burglary. Licensed 19th Febru- ary, 1910. A K U d. 1214. Central Criminal Court, 10th September, 1907, 3 years penal servitude for uttering forged order. Licensed 10th December, 1909. h. 486. North London Sessions, 3rd December, 1907, 3 years penul servitude for larceny. Licensed 3rd December, 1909. h. 27. 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. EYES. REMARKS. Conviction, Prison Register Number and Date Liberated. LICENCE HOLDERS. KING, THOMAS. Office No. 760- 02 SULLIVAN, WILLIAM, alias GEORGE TURNER. Office No. 3348- 02. TURNER, ALBERT ALFRED. Office No 1612- 96. WOODRUFFE, SAMUEL, alias WOOD- RUFF. Office No. 591- 07. 55 38 25 28 5 5 5 4i 5 4i 5 21 i K Ml fresh fresh dark dark dk brn ( ptiy bald) It brn black dk brn blue grey brn grey Scar each eyebrow, rt arm been broken. A native of Suffolk. Left Lincoln 18th ult, stated his intention of proceeding to Grantham, but has not reported there. " CHARLOTTE" and flower It forearm, star, heart and cross back rt hand. A native of London Coal mark over It eyebrow, mole rt of neck, " AT" It forearm. A native of Chertsey, Surrey. Left Woking 27th February last, but did not report. " F. C.," heart, arrow and stroke It, crossed swords rt forearm. A native of Nottingham. Reported at Portsmouth on arrival from Southampton, 21st February last, when he was cautioned ior leaving Southampton without reporting, and has not been seen since. Norwich County Assizes, 3rd November, 1905, 3 years penal servitude for ohurchbreaking. Liberated on 2nd licence, 5th ult, which expires 5th prox. Z. f. 406. Nottingham Assizes, 9th November, 1907, 3 years penal servitude for larceny. Licensed 8th February, 1910. S. Z. h. 510. Devon Assizes, Exeter, 15th November, 1901, 10 years penal servitude for rape. Licensed 8th May, 1909. b. 538. Nottingham Assizes, 9th November, 1907, 3 years penal servitude for warehouse- breaking. Licensed 14th February, 1910. h. 492. List of Licence Holders, Supervisees, Expirees, who have been re- apprehended, for the week ending March 26th, 1910, 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. D, E, J, W, Y. A, G. H, J, R. G. G. L. E, L. Y. K. Y. G, J. N, Y. 686— 99 1107— 00 831— 07 3477- 97 1039— 09 1322— 09 269— 02 1854— 98 2017— 02 2841— 02 1303— 01 1002 — 91 ADAMS, JOHN CLARKE, JOHN CROSSFIELD, HENRY ALFRED HIGGINS, MARGARET JONES, FREDERICK LEWIS, FREDERICK REID, BENJAMIN RIDGWAY, THOMAS RODRIGEUX, JOSEPH SMITH, FREDERICK SPENCER, CHARLES ( TAYLOR, GEORGE 3 years p. s. and 5 years detention I day and 7 months h. l. 3 months h. l. 12 months h. l. 3 months h. l. 12 months h. l. 3 months h. l. 3 months h. l. 12 months h. l. II months h. l. 6 months h. l. 10 months h. l. 12th Mar, Cardiff Assz. 26tli Mar, Market Rasen 19th Mar, North London P. Ct. 18th Mar, West Ham Boro' Sess. 15th Mar, Rugby Pet. Sess. 16th Mar, C. C. Ct. 23rd Mar , Hastings P. Ct. 19th Mar, Marlboro' Street P. Ct. 7th Mar, Glamorgan Assz. 23rd Mar, Clerkenwell P. Ct 19th Mar, Marlboro* Street P. Ct. 23rd Mar, Clerkenwell P. Ct Highway robbery Begging and failing to report Larceny Larceny Loitering, etc. Larceny Larceny Larceny Wounding with in- tent P. of C. Act P. of C. Act P. of 0. Act JOHN JAS. PERRY Same Name Same Name MARY ANN THWAIl'ES THOS. HEALEY Same Name GEO. SMITH Same Name ANTONIO GONZALES Same Name JAS. ODELL JOHN JAS. ABBOTT P. C. Manning, 9 NR, and P. C. Adamstone, C. I. D, N. P. S. Mould, C. I. D, G, and P. S. Pride, C. I. D, N. Det.- lnsp. Hine, C. P. P. C. Wishart, 261 C, and P. S. Prothero, C. I. D, C. P. C. Edwards, and P. S. Powell, C. I. D, Y. P. C. Miles, 79 C, and P. C. Walker, 35 ER. P. C. Truman, 153 Y, and P. C. Gekerran, 307 M. LOUDON : PUIRNROLROB HN MAJESTY'S STATIOHKBY 0 » nc « BY HABRIBOI ABD SOB-, 8T, MAITI^ S LAFE, W. O., PBJMTKBH II OBSWABY TO HIB MAJKSTT