PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, JULY 26, 1912. VOL. XXIX., No. 2982. 1. AU communications for insertion in the POLICE GAZETTE, and all communica- tions relating to them, should be addressed to TUB EDITOR or THI POLICI GAZETTE, NEW SCOTLAND YARD, LONDON, S. W. 8. Particulars concerning persons whose apprehension is sought will be inserted m one issue of the POLICE GAZETTE, 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 ons issue, if sufficient to enable the article in question to be therein identified. 4. In all oases where a reward is offered, the name and address of some person responsible for the payment must bt given, and the exact conditions mult be clearly stated. 5. Portraits of Persons whose apprehension it sought for serious offences will bt inserted at a cost of is. per portrait, and engravings of stolen property at a oost of 6J. per photograph or sketch, unless the article is large or wnusuatty intricate, when the charge will be higher. A remittance of ( to. should be made m the first instance for cost of engraving sketches. 8. Every announcement, if for the apprehension of a person, must be guaranteed bp the signature of < w » officer of not less rank than Superintendent; and if die 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 ease may be. 7. Announcements concerning stolen property must be guaranteed bp an officer of not less rank than Inspector, or analogous thereto. 8. Announcements of all persons to bt apprehended or td stolen property hear m number, and as far as practicable they art alphabetically arranged bp counties. 9. The fore* which causes particulars concerning delinquents or stolen property to be inserted in the POLICE GAZETTE, must, on their apprehension or recovery, at once transmit to the Editor notice of the fact, referring to the number of the announcement for insertion in tke next issue. M. In oil cases the officer signing tht request for tke insertion of any announce- ment will be wholly responsible for any proceedings which may result from inch publication. 11. Announcements for tht Friday issue should bt forwarded so me 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 i* the usual form, and accompanied by a covering letter. IS. All payments must be in advance, either at the office, New Scotland Tard, by Postal Order, or by Pott Office Order, payable at Parliament Street Post Office. 18. The Spate being limited, announcements concerning " Missing Persons " are only accepted on payment, but insertion in tht next or any subsequent issue cannot be guaranteed. The charge for » ueh insertion ( if accepted) will be given on application. 14. AM copies of the POLICE GAZETTE re- transmitted by Police Forces should bo prepaid at the ordinary rate for printed matter sent bp post within the United Kingdom. THE EDITOR, New Scotland Yard, London, S. W. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 1.— C Division— For stealing, 24th ult., 20 dozen seal dyed rabbit skins; 35 dyed black pony skins, all marked R. & Co., perforated Chapals Dye & B., stamped Apret A. Pedoilles & Cie., Marque A. P. C., Paris and Lustre, Montecuil Chapal in circles in red ink.— A. GILBERT, a Jew, age 38, height 5 ft. 8 ins., complexion fresh, hair and moustache dark; dress, brown tweed suit, panama or grey soft hat. Appearance of a French- man. A native of Roumania. Warrant issued. 2.— S Division.— For stealing postal letters from a pillar letter box.— ARTHUR FREDE- RICK DOEL, age 15|, height 5 ft. 3 ins., com- plexion fresh, long features, surly expression, hair brown, eyes dark blue, carries his head well for- ward; dress, grey pepper- and- salt jacket and trou- sers, fawn- colour mackintosh, cap, blucher boots. A native of Walworth. He absconded while on remand at Harrow Road Remand Home. See Case No. 4, 19th April last. Warrant issued. 3.— S Division.— For obtaining 7s. 8d. by false pretences, 25th ult.— ETHEL WILLIAMS ( supposed false), age 27 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 8 or 9 ins., complexion and hair dark, eyes blue; dress, long dark coat, dark skirt, white blouse with pale- blue bow, black straw hat. A domestic ser- vant; supposed a native of Frittenden, Kent. Warrant issued. 4.— X Division.— For obtaining £ 8 2s. 7d. by false pretences.— F. S. WHEELER, alias BROOKS, Office No. 2603- 01 ( for photograph and description see Case 38, 5th inst.), prominent tooth left upper jaw; dress, grey striped lounge suit, black hard felt hat, patent leather shoes. Calls at high- class schools for boys or girls and ar- ranges to place his 6on or daughter there; tenders cheque, on the London & Provincial Bank, Rich- mond branch ( obtained from a stolen book in his possession) for a sum in excess of the amount of school fees and obtains the balance together with a receipt on an official school form. He then calls upon local tradesmen and orders goods to be sent to the school, presenting cheque in payment, and obtaining cash balance, suspicion being averted by producing the school receipt. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropoli- tan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BUCKINGHAMSHIRE. o.— High Wycombe ( Borough).— For em- bezzlement.— FRED PRICE, age 19 or 20, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 ins., stout build, complexion fresh, full face, hair ( rather long and straight) dark, abscess on left jaw; dress, greenish mixture suit, nearly new, green felt hat, knitted tie, boots with patent leather toe- caps. A butcher's assistant. Absconded 17th inst. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, High Wy- combe. CORNWALL. 6.— Truro ( County).— For leaving his wife and five children chargeable to the Truro Union. — JOHN MAY HARRIS, age 38, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 ins., stout build, complexion fresh, hair light brown, turning grey, eyes grey, moustache ( long and heavy) light brown; dress, grey tweed suit and cap, lace- up boots, one patched on side. A farm labourer. Absconded 23rd May last. Ac- companied by a woman ( not wanted), age 29, height 5 ft. 4 ins., complexion sallow, high cheek bones, sharp nose, hair dark brown, eyes brown, walks very erect; wearing black dress, green hat. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Sparks, Truro. CUMBERLAND. 1.— Penrith ( County).— For stealing ( bailee), 23rd inst., a Premier bicycle, nearly new, 24- in. frame, rim brakes, Michelin front tyre, Edinburgh back tyre, black enamelled, Premier transfers, raised handle bars, rubber pedals, a parcel of cloth- ing and a hack- saw on carrier.— HENRY PRIM- ROSE, age about 24, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 ins., complexion dark, clean shaven; dress, dark jacket suit, grey cap, shoes; may be wearing a light grey striped vest. Stated he was an electrical engineer from Barrow. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Barron, Penrith. DEVONSHIRE. 8.— Barnstaple ( Borough).— For stealing, 25th ult., a horse, trap and harness ( recovered). — ARTHUR KEBLY, age about 35, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 ins., complexion fresh, slight moustache; dress, blue serge jacket and vest, plaid breeches, old brown leggings, grey cap, lace boots. A groom; has served in the 7th Dragoon Guards. Will prob- ably be found with travelling shows. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Barnstaple. ESSEX. 9 — Brentwood ( County).— For stealing ( bailee), a Rudge- Whitworth pattern bicycle, No. 642620, agents transfer, " A. W. Reddington," on seat tube, 25- in. frame, black enamelled, lined red and green, flat handle bars, plated rims, 2 rim brakes, rubber pedals, Universal transfer on head, nearly new.— E. W. DRAKE, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 9 ins., slight build, complexion ruddy, hair light brown, moustache ginger; dress, brownish- grey striped suit, jacket of lighter material, brown cap, brown boots. An electrician. See Case No. 17, 19th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Cowell, Brentwood. 10.— Southend- on- Sea ( County).— For stealing, 21st inst., from her lodgings, a brown crocodile leather puree, knob fastening, inside clasp broken, and £ 4.— ALICE THOMAS, age 24, height about 5 ft. 4 ins., hair light, eyes blue ( large), heavy eyelids, slight scar from abscess under left eye; dress, grey- brownish tweed costume, white silk blouse, large straw hat, putty colour, trimmed with lace and dark red rosee, brown shoes. Stated she had been employed at the Hotel Cecil as kit- chen- maid. Absconded 21st inst; wearing a 9- ct. gold ring, set diamonds and sapphires, one sap- phire missing ( stolen). Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Marden, Southend- on- Sea. GLAM ORG A NSHIRE. 11.— Neath ( County).— For stealing a gold keyless watch, open face, " Gantz, Swansea" on dial, " D. Grier Edwards" in inner case; 1 double open curb- pattern albert, part of a masonic jewel as pendant; 1 lady's dressing trunk, and a leather portmanteau.— SIDNEY CECIL BEAUCAMP, age 31, height about 5 ft. 6 ins., thin features, hair light brown, clean shaven, front upper teeth missing, slight impediment in speech, slightly deaf. A carpenter, stated he was a native of Shepherd's Bush. Absconded 13th inst. Supposed previously convicted and wanted elsewhere. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Evans, County Police, Neath. 12 — Cardiff ( City).— For stealing jewellery.— ROLAND SCHUBOTHAM, age 30, height 5 ft. 5 ins., complexion pale, hair and moustache brown; dress, grey coat and trousers, white vest, bowler hat, shoes. A painter; native of Stafford. Be- lieved to have been convicted of larceny ( gas meter) at Stafford, about 2 years ago. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Cardiff. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 18 — Bristol ( City).— For obtaining £ 20 by false pretences, 26th ult.— FRED WEBB, alia* 2 T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. o APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued)— HARRY VERNON, age about 50, height 5 ft. 9 ins., complexion sallow, hair and moustache ( waxed at ends) dark, turning grey, prominent teeth, loud voice, walks stiffly, addicted to drink; dress, black morning coat and vest, dark striped trousers, white straw hat. He advertised for a partner who would deposit £ 20, took premises over- looking the Royal route, and erected seats for letting to view the procession, obtained the above amount, giving as security 3 £ 10 Mozambique Rubber Estate Shares, which were afterwards found to be worthless. At one time he was em- ployed as a salesman, al6o as a variety agent, and is believed well known at music- halls and theatres. Visits race meetings and supposed to have been previously convicted and identical with HARRY VERNON, Case No. 20, 10th February, 1911. Was accompanied by a man ( not wanted), age about 40, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 ins., stout build, complexion fresh, hair and moustache light. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. 14.— Bristol ( City):— For obtaining 2s. 6d. by false pretences, 17th inst,— ERNEST NATHAN STRINGER, age 28, height 5 ft. 9J ins., com- plexion fresh, hair ( rather long) dark brown, clean shaven, eyes brown, recent scar back of head, of good address; dress, blue serge coat and vest, brown tweed trousers, white straw hat. An agent or traveller; native of Bristol. He styles himself the Commercial Union Trading Stamp Co., travels the country selling trading stamps, also represents that he is a railway booking- clerk, and an agent for soap firms. He hires motor cars and states he is an inspector under the Insurance Act, and obtains money from drivers by selling them trading stamps, which he states are Insurance stamps to affix to their Insurance cards. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. 15.— Bristol ( City).— For stealing, 10th inst., a waterproof overcoat, maker " Anderson " on tab, 1 remnant of blue striped suiting; 1 do. grey suiting; 1 do. green ; 1 ladys' 18- ct. gold watch, metal dome, key winding ; 1 do. long gold guard ; 24 fountain pen clips, 12 pairs fancy socks, various colours. BRYER, an Austrian, age about 40, height 5 ft. 5 ins., complexion sallow, hair ( bald on top) and moustache ( waxed at ends) brown, turning grey; dress black morning coat and vest, dark striped trousers, black bowler hat or grey cap. Stated he came from Hungary about 2 months ago. Had in his possession a Hungarian pass with his photograph attached. While here he called upon Jewish Guardians and other persons for assistance stating he suffered from rheumatism and required money to enable him to gain admission to the Bath Hospital. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, Bristol. HEREFORDSHIRE. 20.— Hereford ( County).— For being con- cerned with WILLIAM ASHLEY ( in custody), charged with causing the death of Charles East- wood.— — GRIFFITHS, age about 45, height 5 ft. 6 to 8 in6., complexion fresh, hair and heavy mous- tache brown, full face, erect bearing; dress, dark jacket and vest, cord trousers, knees patched, had with him an overcoat and a pair of cloth trousers. Supposed a native of Yorkshire. Works on farms. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Thomas, County Police, Hereford. HAMPSHIRE. Vo.— Aldershot ( County).— Escaped from custody at Waterloo railway station, 6th inst. charged with larceny, 4th inst.— CHARLES DAVEY, age 22, height 5 ft. ins., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes dark hazel, white scar pentre of spine and right shoulder blade, scar above navel; dress, greenish tweed suit, green cap, muf- fler, boots with plain fronts. A native of Shore- ditch, London. Is a private of the l6t North Lancashire Regiment. Information te> Supt. Davis, Aldershot. 17. — KingSOiere ( County).— For embezzling 16s. at Laverstoke, 3rd inst.— FRANK WHEA TON, age about 45, height 5 ft. 8 ins., complexion fresh, hair and moustache dark brown, left eye weak, addicted to drink; dress, blue serge suit butcher's frock coat, black soft felt hat, brown boots; may be wearing grey check suit and grey soft felt hat. A butcher. Absconded 6th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hall, Kingsclere. 18.— Portsmouth ( Borough).— For embezzle- ment.— WALTER WILLIAM WYMARK, age about 22, height 5 ft. 11 ins., broad build, com- plexion sunburnt, round face, clean shaven, old eczema scars on cheek, slovenly gait; dress, green- ish brown suit, thin yellow and red stripe, white soft collar, blue and green knitted tie, straw hat. Has been employed as carman to a railway carriers' company. Absconded 18th inst. Warrant issued. 19.— Portsmouth \( Borough).— For stealing, 29th ult., a silver watch; 1 white- metal chain and a gold seal.— FREDERICK BALLAM, age about 23, height about 5 ft. 4 ins., complexion fresh, slight moustache dark, large mouth, one finger missing, London accent; dress, greenish grey suit, white straw hat, lace boots. He visits Salvation Army homes. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Portsmouth. KENT. 21.— Cranhrook ( County).— For stealing, 22nd or 23rd inst., at Tenterden, a gold hunter repeater watch; 9- ct. silver curb chain with gun- metal sovereign case, bar in centre, and a medal with R. C. C. thereon, attached- and £ 3 10s.— ARTHUR KENDRICK, age 38, height 5 ft. 5 ins., good build, clean shaven, hair thin on top, 3 right fingers missing, pimple over right eye; dress, dark clothes, black wrapper, cap, new lace boots; right hand wrapped in handkerchief, which he uses for begging purposes; sings in the streets. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Fowle, Cranbrook. 22.— Tollbridge ( County).— For uttering a forged order ( originally issued for Is. 3d., and altered to £ 4 Is. 3d).— FREDERICK ALBERT DENNISON, alias WILLIAMS, SMITH, THORPE, etc., age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 11 ins., complexion fresh, hair and moustache ( waxed at ends) dark brown, eyes brown; dress, light grey suit, straw hat, lace boots. Had with him a black bag and a silver- mounted umbrella. Represented himself as a commercial traveller. Native of Stamford. See Case No. 22, 23rd December, 1911. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Neaves, Tonbridge. 23.— Ramsgate ( Borough).— For obtaining a situation by a false character, 4th inst.— FREDE- RICK MARVIN, age 25, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 ins., complexion and hair dark, stubby moustache black, prominent nose, of Jewish appearance; dress, dark tweed suit, black hard felt hat. A barman. Ab- sconded 22nd inst.; had with him a dark brown portmanteau. Warrant issued. 21.— Ramsgate ( Borough).— For stealing, 15th inst., 3 unbreakable cigarette tubes; 6 Orio briar pipes, silver mounted, in red cases ; 1 do. smokers companion ; 15 leather tobacco pouches ; 18 red and black rubber do.; 36 hat guards ; 24 briar pipes, black mouthpieces; 40 fancy gilt necklets, 22 Brazilian horn cigarette holders; 43 leather purses, flap and clasp ; 4 alberts, 7 penknives, red and green rings on end ; 144 pairs of small fancy earrings, 30 small gold stone charms, assorted ; 24 nail brushes, bone handles; 3 blue case ink pen and pencil com pauions ; C smokers companions for watch chain ; gun metal watches, keyless, " Best Lever " on dials; 5 lady's gun metal watches; 2 Clito necklets ; 22 leather cigarette cases, assorted. 72 pairs cuff links, pearl and gilt assorted ; 1 gilt chain bracelet; 22 pocket combs in black cases; 1 pen- paper- knife and pencil, shape of airship; 12 trump card markers; 36 fancy brooches; 6 silver- mounted crook- handle sticks ; 1 long brass telescope, brown leather bound, one lens slightly spotted and about £ 1.— SYDNEY DARE, age 19, height 5 ft 8 ins., slight build, complexion sallow, round face, hair ( rather long) brown ; dress dark tweed suit, bowler hat.— ARTHUR FRANK SHORT, age 18 to 20, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 ins., slight build, complexion dark, thin nose, clean shaven ; dress dark tweed suit, hard hat. Kitchen porters. Information to the Chief Constable, Ramsgate. 2o.— Tunbridge Wells ( Borough).— For stealing, 18th inst., an overcoat, dark green stripe, double breasted, belt at back, strap each cuff, two flap pockets outside, two breast pockets inside, bone buttons, and 10s.— JOHN OSBORNE SHAN- LEY ( correct name believed SPARKS), age 25, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 ins., good build, hair ginger, Ion, clean shaven, pimples on face; dress, dark grey coat and vest, light grey trousers ( very tight), brown boots, light cap ( large). Has been em- ployed as plateman at a hotel. May be found singing in streets or at public- houses. Warrant issued. 26 .— Tunbridge Wells ( Borough).— For obtaining by false pretences, 14th in6t., two bi cycles ( 1 24- in. frame, black enamelled, roller lever brakes, upturned handle bars, rubber pedals; 1 do., black enamelled, 2 red lines, drop top tube, " Crescent" transfer, Dunlop front tyre, Flinto- Proof back cover, 26 by If wheels, upturned North Road handle bar, inverted lever brakes, rat trap pedals, Brooks B. 18 saddle. CLAYSON, age 16 to 18, slight build, complexion, hair and eyes dark; wearing dark clothes and cap, appearance of a foreigner. Probably a waiter. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constate, Tunbridge Wells. LANCASHIRE. 27.— St. Helens ( Borough).— For stealing 14s., 13th inst.— ERNEST RUDD, age about 24, height 5 ft. 2 ins., hair and eyes brown, clean shaven, abscess mark one side of face or neck; dress, green tweed suit, silk neckerchief with red squares, green cap, nailed boots. May seek employment as a collier or barman. Warrant issued. 28.— St. Helens ( Borough).— For stealing, Nth in6t., a grey flannel shirt; 1 blue do.; 2 pairs steel- rimmed spectacles; 1 pair socks; 1 pair green- ish tweed trousers; 1 pair tanned boots, Derby pattern, size 9.— LAURENCE O'TOOLE, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 9 ins., complexion fair, hair light, clean shaven; dress, old jacket, trousers and cap. A labourer; native of Dublin. Is said to have served in the Irish Guards. May seek em- ployment on public works. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, St. Helens. 29.— Warrington ( Borough).— For larceny. PETERS, age 48 to 50, height about 5 ft. 5 ins., complexion very dark, hair and heavy mous- tache dark, slightly tinged with grey, addicted to drink; dress, thin dark grey overcoat, dark trousers, bowler liat, rubber collar, black tie. A tramping tailor; believed a native of Ayrshire. Stays at common lodging houses. Information to the Chief Constable, Warrington. NOR THUMBERLA ND. 30.— Berwick- on- Tweed ( Borough).— For larceny.— JAMES ARMADALE, age 32, height 5 ft. 9 ins., rather broad build, complexion fresh, round face, hair brown, eyes grey. A labourer; native of Heaton, Yorks. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Berwick- upon- Tweed. RENFREWSHIRE. bl.— Paisley ( County).— For stealing £ 8 0s. 10d., 13th inst.— FRANK LANIGAN, age 25, height 5 ft. 7 ins., complexion fresh, hair light brown, clean shaven, large blue eyes, carries his head slightly to left side, downcast appearance, teeth much tobacco- stained, addicted to drink; dress, brown striped jacket and Vest, blue serge trousers, grey check tweed cap, bluish muffler, light lace boots. May seek employment as tram- car conductor or driver, or where tramways are being constructed. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, County Police, Paisley. SHROPSHIRE. 32 — Whitchurch ( County).— For obtaining 4s. 6d. by false pretences, 16th inst.— ERNEST THOMAS, age about 35, height about 6 ft., com- plexion fresh, slight moustache brown; dress, green jacket, rather long and faded, cord breeches, light box- cloth leggings, strong boots, hard hat. A farm labourer; native of Hencote. He obtained above amount and other sums in name of ALBERT THOMAS, was traced to Shrewsbury 17th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Lucas, Whitchurch. STAFFORDSHIRE. 33.— West Bromwich ( County).— For stealing from his lodgings, 15th inst., 2 South Afri- can War medals ( 1 Queen's medal with 3 bars, and 1 King's medal with 2 bars). " Private Albert Marshall, No. 3066, South Wales Borderers," in- scribed thereon.— ARTHUR TAYLOR, alias GEORGE TAYLOR and BOWLAR, Office No. 434- 01, age 33, height 5 ft. 5 ins., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes hazel, bow legged, mole right cheek and right side of neck, tattooed cross flags, bust of female in frame, " Good Luck, Eliza," clasped hands and heart back of right forearm, spray of flowers back of right wrist, female in tights standing on heart and " Eliza " front right forearm, etc. Is a supervisee and has been con- victed at Skipton, Preston, Leeds, Devon county, Exeter ( city), Bridgwater, and West Bromwicb- Warrant issued. Information to Chief Supt. Whitehurst, West Bromwich. SURREY. 34.— Chertsey ( County).— For stealing £ 1 6s. 4d., monies of H. M. Po& tmaster- General.— FRANK ARTHUR COTTAGE, age 24, height 5 ft. 6 ins., slight build, thin face, hair dark brown, clean shaven, eyes brown, swaggering gait, slightly round FRIDAY, JULY 26, 1912. T H E POLICE GAZETTE. 297 dark cap. A native of Bristol. Had with him a bicycle. Absconded 22nd inst. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, Bristol. SUSSEX ( West). 89.— Arundel { County).— For stealing a gold watch chain, plain links, Hearts of Oak gold medal attached, and a metal- case watch, open face.— JOHN McKERNS, alias EWING, Office No. 1062- 09, age 24, height 5 ft. 6f ins., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, very slight moustache light, eyes grey, scar left wrist; dress, dark grey tweed suit and cap, shoes. Had with him a " Singer" bi- cycle, nearly new, 3- speed gear, which he borrowed and may have disposed of. He obtains names and addresses of persons who have friends in Canada, states he has messages from them, and offers to convey messages on returning; gains admission to houses, afterwards commits larceny, or obtains money by representing he has lost his purse. Warrant issued Information to Supt. Wakeford, Arundel. 40.— Worthing ( County).— For failing to sur- render to her bail, 17th inst., charged with larceny ( trick).— LUCI LOUISE LEMERLLE, a French- woman, age 25, height 4 It. 10 ins., complexion fresh, hair dark, eyes brown, of smart appearance; dress, blue costume, trimmed blue braid, black hat. She calls at shops, makes a small purchase, LANCASHIRE. ST.— Liverpool ( City).— For stealing £ 243, — WILLIAM HENRY LINDON, age 26, height 5 ft. 9 ins., slight build, complexion fresh, teeth discoloured, hair fair, wavy, eyes brown, nose sharp, COPY OF SIGNATURE. 49, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 ins., stout build, very broad shoulders, weight about 16 stone, round face, hair light brown, moustache ( cut short) ginger, eyes blue; a confirmed snuff- taker, suffers slightly from rheumatism, shrugs his left shoulder, springy gait; usually well dressed and groomed. Information to the Chief Constable, Halifax. PORTRAITS OF PERSONS WANTED. cars large and prominent, talks quickly with a very slight stammer, has slight limp at present; dies6, dark grey suit, straw hat, patent leather boots. May be found at race meetings, or iu com- pany of men in the meat trade. May endeavour to leave the country. Absconded 30th ult. Warrant issued. Information to the Head Constable, Liverpool. 38.— Manchester ( City). — For stealing ( servant) calico, etc.— ALFRED MEREDITH, age 40 to 45, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 ins., complexion pale, YORKSHIRE 85.— Halifax ( Borough).— For " within four months next, before the presentation of a petition in bankruptcy, to wit, on 6th February last, he unlawfully did quit England and take with him certain property which ought to be divided amongst his creditors, to wit, £ 3,000."— ARTHUR ROB- INSON, age 39, height 6 ft. 2 ins., slight build, complexion sallow, moustache and short beard West Riding). brown, long thin face, head droops slightly forward, eyes ( deep- set) blue, large hands and feet, long legs and arms. Has carried on business as a worsted spinner. Native of Halifax. Is of stud- ious and temperate habits and of religious inclina- tions. Warrant issued. SPECIMEN OF SIGNATURES. Is believed to have left England with ALFRED MUNDAY, until recently a stock and share broker in Bradford, who is wanted on a warrant of the Registrar of the Bradford County Court, for fail- ing to appear for his public examination, age about GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 86.— Bristol ( City).- For stealing ( servant) £ o 8s., 22nd inst.— ALBERT BABBAGE, age 16, height about 5 ft., slight build, hair dark brown; dress, brown coat and vest, dark striped trousers, flabby face, hair ( receding from forehead) and moustache dark; dress, plaid check tweed suit or light brown tweed Norfolk suit. Is believed to have gone to Canada. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Manchester. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued).— shoulders; dress, brown jacket suit, straw hat. An assistant manager, G. P. O. telephones. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Mears, Chertsey. 2 T H E POLICE GAZETTE. TUESDAY, JULY GO, 1912. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued)— tenders a sovereign in payment, when receiving the change asks for another article, also picks up the sovereign and then pays for goods out of the change. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Bridger, Worthing. WORCESTERSHIRE. 41— Evesham ( County).— ROSE TAYLOR, alias TILLER, Case No. 65, 12th inst. Not now wanted. Warrant withdrawn. YORKSHIRE ( East Riding). • 42.— H U I I ( City).— For stealing 19s. 7d.— WILLIAM ALWIN BRIGHTWELL, alias PETER BRIGHTWELL, age 31, height 5 ft. 8 ins., good build, weight about 12£ stone, com- plexion, hair ( inclined to curly), moustache and eyes dark; dress, light grey suit, hard felt hat, brown boots, carries a stick. A time- keeper or clerk; native of Urmeny. May be accompanied by a woman ( not wanted), age 33, height 5 ft. 6 ins., good build, complexion and hair dark; wearing dark three- quarter- length coat, tight fitting, large black hat. Spoke of going to Copenhagen. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. 43.— Hull ( City).— For fraudulently converting £ 3 lis. 6d. to his own use.— WILLIAM TAGG HUBY, age 30, height 5 ft. 2 ins., complexion ruddy, hair dark, clean 6haven, thick lips; dress, blue jacket and vest, brown cord trousers, black cap and muffler, heavy lace boots. A keelman. Warrant issued. Not to oe arrested out of the United Kingdom. 44.— Hull ( City).— For embezzling Is., lst inst. — ARTHUR HALL, age 45 to 50, height 5 ft. or 6 ins., complexion pale, thin face, hair turn- ing grey, heavy moustache and eyes grey, may now be clean shaven; dress, dark grey mixture suit, celluloid collar, cap, lace boots. An engine driver; native of Hull. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chiet Constable, Hull. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 45.— 5 Divisionm— Remanded at Edgware Petty Sessions, charged with obtaining £ 1 Is. by fraud.— JAMES EDWARD WHITE, Office No. S. 113869, age 31, height 5 ft. 11 ins., complexion pale, hair and moustache ( waxed) light brown, eyes grey, athletic build, indistinct tattoo mark right forearm; dress, blue serge jacket suit, black hard felt hat, black and grey tie, lace boots. He calls upon doctors, dentist* and others, contracts to give massage, chiropody and manicure treatment ( usually for 12 months) for 1 guinea, but after • obtaining the money he does not return. Is also suspected of obtaining instruments, etc., by fraud from tradesmen, etc., and through tho Exchange and Mart. Supposed wanted at Liverpool, Stock- port, and other Provincial towns. Information to be forwarded to the Metropoli- tan Police Office, New Scotland Yard. S. W. DEVONSHIRE. 46.— EXOtei* ( City).- Remanded on bail, charged on suspicion of stealing a £ 5 Bank of England note, No. E/ 96. 28008, issued 23rd June, 1911.— ALFRED VINCENT DAVIS, age 47, height 5 ft. 4| ins., complexion sunburnt, hair ( thin on top) dark brown, slight moustache light, prominent nose, eyes hazel, abscess scar hack of neck, scar left of abdomen, numerous brown marks under right arm, faint tattoo mark back left wrist; drees, old~ blue serge suit, muffler, white shoes. A porter; native of London. Has been tramping the coun- try. States he found the note in the street. Information to the Chief Constable, City Police, Exeter. HAMPSHIRE. 47.— Southampton ( Borough).— Remanded till 30th inst., charged with the unlawful possession of a 15- ct. gold locket, with band and buckle on one side; 1 mother- o'- pearl pendant, set in silver gilt; 1 gold- plated brooch ( mount); 2 do. lockets, shape of book, to hold photographs; 1 gold seal frame; 1 gold- plated brooch, landscape thereon; i do., cathedral thereon; 1 shell brooch; 1 metal mourning brooch, flowers thereon; 1 silver horse- shoe pendant, horse's head each side; 1 gold- plated snap, with mother- o'- pearl centre; 1 metal. Duke of York medallion; 1 silver fruit knife, ivory handle, with shield thereon and W. N. on blade; 1 coral cross; 1 gun- metal watch, " the Beaver lever " on face, with strap, albert attached; 1 pair qf jet cuff- links.— CHARLES HENRY WALL, age 25, height 5 ft. 7 ins., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes grey, ship, flag and anchor left fore- arm, sailor's head, woman's head, clasped hands and sword right forearm, star back right hand; dress, blue serge suit, long blue tie, grey cap, lace boots. A seaman; native of Liverpool. Information to the Chief Constable, South- ampton. 5 TA FFORDSHIRE. 48.— Lichfield ( County).— Remanded till lst prox., charged with obtaining food and lodgings by fraud, 20th inst.— ETHEL LEDLEY, alias CHADWICK and SISTER ETHEL, age 42, height 5 ft. 1 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes hazel, no teeth; dressed as a nurse, with fur cape. States she is a native of Gates- head. Travels from town to town and represents that she is attached to the Race- Course Mission, Ludgate Hill, London, and that her luggage will arrive in a day or two. Supposed wanted else- where. Information to Supt. Oakden, Lichfield. SURREY. 49.— Woking ( County).— Committed for trial at Surrey Sessions, 13th prox., for horse stealing. — FREDERICK WILLIAMS, alias BIRD, etc., Office No. 1998- 02, age 33, height 5 ft. 4 ins., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes grey, various tattoo marks, but attempt has beenvmade to obliterate them, leaving scars; appearance of a stab'eman. Previously convicted at Swansea, Bris- tol, Reading, and London. Information to Supt. Marks, Woking. WILTSHIRE. 50— Marlborough ( County).— Remanded, charged with larceny ( lodgings).— PHILIP HEN- LEY RAYMOND, alias HENRY ARTHUR WHISTON, age 34, height 5 ft. ins., hair, moustache ( cut short) and eyes brown; dress, brown mixture suit. A motor driver; native of U. S. A. Had in his possession ( supposed stolen) a racer bicycle, Sun fittings, No. 448, " Kenrick" wood rims, rat trap pedals, new. Previously convicted at Birkenhead, Liverpool, Bristol, Bodmin, Knuts- ford, and Manchester. Information to Supt. Mackie, Marlborough. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 51.— Barnsiey ( Boi- ough).- Remanded, charged with larceny.— WILLIAM DALTON, age 46, height 5 ft. 6 ins., stout build, complexion florid, hair and moustache dark brown, eyes hazel. A carriage washer; native of Sittingbourne, Kent. Photograph can be seen on application. 52.— Bamsley ( Borough).— Sentenced to 3 months imprisonment, 18th inst., for stealing 76 lbs. of zinc from a paper- mill.— MICHAEL McKEON, alias THOMAS DEMPSEY and PAT RICK BURKE, H. C. R. No. S. 126772, age 40, height 5 ft. 3J ins., complexion sallow, hair dark brown, eyes brown, scar right eyebrow, cross left forearm. A tramping rag gatherer; native of Sunderland. Previously convicted at Selby and Sheffield of larceny, drunkenness, and other minor offences, since 1907.— GEORGE REED, H. C. R. No. S. 101312, age 34, height 5 ft. 2 ins., stiff build, complexion sallow, hair light brown, eyes blue, anchor, flag, and dots left forearm. A tramping rag gatherer: native of Rotherham. Previously convicted at Rotherham of larceny and minor offences. Information to the Chief Constable, Barnsiey. PROPERTY^ STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 58.— Criminal Investigation De- partment.— 7th inst., at Berlin, a ( Stradivarius violin, and other articles, including 1900 marks in bank notes. 54.— C Division » — 9th inst., a black silk watch fob, plain gold bar, gold medallion, U. S. A. Coat of Arms in red, white, and blue enaniel at- tached; 3 plain gold studs; 1 pair cuff buttons, gold, white enamel centres; 1 plain silver cigarette case; 1 silver travelling clock, chased, minus glass; 2 do. King George Coronation medals ( 1 large, 1 miniature); 1 do. King Edward do., miniature; 1 do. South African medal, miniature, 5 bars; 1 do. U. S. A. Order of Loyal Legion, miniature; 1 Brazilian decoration, bronze cross; 1 brown leather dressing- case, silver top fittings; 1 brown cane, gold band, V thereon; 1 pair dress shoes, size 7; 1 Colt automatic revolver, No. 38; 1 silver locket containing photograph of a boy and girl, F. C. V. thereon; 1 gold- mounted stylo pen, black. 55.— S Division11th inst., a lady's small brown crocodile leather dressing- bag, C. C. B or C. B. thereon; 1 do. diamond half- hoop ring; 1 do. do., set 5 emeralds; 1 do. diamond ring; 1 do. diamond, emerald and gipsy; 1 do., diamond and crescent; 1 do. double ring brooch, Goldsmiths' & Silver- smiths' Company. Ltd., London, thereon; 1 bee brooch, pearl body, sapphire head, diamond wings; 1 lady's very fine gold chain, turquoise at intervals; 1 do., thin links; 1 cameo stone brooch, shape of chariot; 2 garnet brooches; 2 lady's silver- back clothes brushes, C. C. B., or C. B. thereon; 1 do. silver- back hair brush, C. C. B.; 1 silver card case, fluted diagonally; 1 lady's gun- metal watch, Shan- non on dial, coral chain; 1 long glass hair- pin box, silver lid, C. C. B.; number of ladies' handker- chiefs, C. C. B.; 2 pairs spectacles, gold rims in case; 1 plain silver flask, round bottom, J. B. B.; 2 cheque- books, containing 50 cheques, first on the Manchester & Liverpool Banking Co., Lancaster branch; 2nd on the Provincial Bank of Ireland, Limerick. Information to be forwarded to the Metropoli- tan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. ESSEX. 56.— Romford ( County).— 20th inst., by housebreaking, a meerschaum pipe, about 6 ins. long, bent stem, amber mouthpiece, silver- mounted; 1 new briar pipe, straight stem, amber mouth- piece; 17 silver gilt football medals, " South Essex League and West Ham Charity Cup." Information to Supt. Jones, Romford. KENT. 57.— Ramsgate ( Borough).— 22nd inst., a two- wheel barrow, painted dark red, flat> boarded head, about 9 ins. high, very heavy wheels. Information to the Chief Constable, Ramsgate. LANCASHIRE. 58.— Warrington ( BoroughI.— 19th inst., an Elswick bicycle, 24- in. frame, green enamelled, raised handle bars, rat trap pedals, free wheel, new Cambridge tyre on back wheel, two inverted lever brakes, two mudguards, black enamelled, luggage carrier with cape attached, No. 38179; a Raleigh bicycle, black enamelled, gold lined, up- turned handle bars, 24- in. frame, Dunlop tyres, rubber pedals, two inverted lever brakes, bag fas- tened with wire, name tab attached, flaw in front cover which causes a blister thereon, two mud- guards, flaw at bottom of front one, painted with black varnish. 15th inst., a Centaur bicycle, 28- in. wheels, 26- in. frame, black enamelled, rat trap pedals with leather toe- clips, left one has a yellow buckle, two bell6, two rim brakes, turned- up handle bars, new rim on front wheel, new bag containing spanner and repair outfit, Dunlop tyre on back wheel; a Rover bicycle, black enamelled with red lines, No. 81799, 26- in. frame, 28- in. wheels, Moseley tyre back wheel, slightly upturned handle bars, lever brakes, rubber pedals, ordinary mudguards, splash flap on front one, tool bag containing three span- ners, etc., Rover trade- mark on head, bell and black pump attached. 17th inst., a Coventry Eagle cycle, black enamel- led, yellow lines, 24- in. frame, 28- in. wheels, Cam- bridge tyre on back wheel, plated rims, straight handle bars, black mudguards, yellow lined, Coven- try Eagle transfer on head and mudguards, also on tool bag, bell attached to cross bar, rat trap pedals, No. 1243. Information to the Chief Constable, Warrington. SUFFOLK ( West). 59.— Newmarket ( County).— 17th inst, a travelling clock, silver gilt face, W thereon, in green morocco case; 1 silver cigar box, about 9 ins. long by 4 ins. wide, 2£ ins. deep, studded on lid with a £ 5 jubilee coin; 1 Chilian gold coin; 1 Peruvian do.; 1 American do.; 1 Monte Carlo do.; 1 Sardinian do.; 1 Japanese do.; all about the size of a £ 5 piece, and a Norwegian coin, £ 1. Information to Supt. Heigham, Mildenhall, or to Inspector Emsden, Newmarket. SUSSEX ( East). £ 25 REWARD. 60.— Eastbourne ( Borough).— 22nd inst., a gold necklet, set 9 moonstones, graduated ( one very large); 1 do. basket- pattern neclttet, about i- inch wide ; 1 do. locket with chain, monogram " E. M. O." over " N. I. R. A., 1883"; 1 amethyst, set in pearls, on a fine chain; 1 lady's gold half- hunter watch, No. 110- 1 ( maker, S. Smith 4 Son, 9, Strand, London), on a curb brooch pin; 1 curb- pattern bracelet ; 1 long gold and turquoise muff chain, with pencil; 1 diamond arrow brooch; 3 small gold brooches, 1 long, 1 with fancy knobs; 1 gold- band bracelet, 6et sapphire and diamonds, as button and button hole; 1 pearl half- hoop bracelet ( gradu- ated pearls); 1 Indian gold bangle; 1 do., set tur FRIDAY, JULY 26, 1912. PROPERTY STOLEN— continued. quoise; 1 gold bangle, moonstone set white sap- phires on a thin wire; 1 gold flexible bracelet, with horseshoe, set 5 diamonds; 1 paste comb ( high), 2 paste side combs; 1 paste hair ornament with osprey; 1 diamond spray brooch, about 2 ins. long; 1 round gold brooch, set ruby surrounded by pearls; 1 red Russian leather jewel case, about 1 ft. long, lined blue, containing 1 cameo brooch, heads of King William IV. and Queen Adelaide, with gold crown on top, and fancy gold edge; 1 long Indian gold chain, fancy pattern; 1 gold pencil case; 1 lady' 6 gold ring, set 5 emeralds in old- fashioned setting; 1 do. double pearl ring; 1 do. gold ring, set row of small pearls; 1 do., set row of pearls and row of corals; 1 do. mourning ring with hair, set pearls, inscription " Robert William Ottley, died 27th August, 1809, at Havanna"; 1 oval gold locket, row of rubies and diamonds ( al- ternately); 1 gold bird, ruby eyes, heart, padlock and key from beak ; 1 set of 9 or 11 unset moon- stones; 1 gold locket with frosted gold laurel wreath; 1 short gold chain; 1 oval mourning brooch with hair, set pearls, inscription " Robert William Ottley, died 27th August, 1809, Hav- anna" ; 1 brooch, two tiger's claws set in silver; 1 cat's- eye ring; about 100 silver beads, about size of large pea; 1 old- fashioned white enamel box, about 6 ins. by 4 ins., with heavy steel orna- ments and mountings; a few small old- fashioned pieces of jewellery; 1 grey suede leather purse containing £ 4 12s. 2jd. The above reward will be paid by Messrs. Harnett & Shirer, solicitors, 2 Camomile Street, London, E. C.. to any person giving . sucir irt? ormation as will lead to the apprehension and conviction of the thief and recovery of the property, or in propor- tion to the amount recovered. Information to the Chief Constable, Eastbourne. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). £ 100 REWARD. 61.— HudderSfield ( Borough).— 11th inst., by housebreaking, a thin gold neckchain, pendant set in centre with diamond about the size of a threepenny- piece, surrounded by small diamonds, attached; 1 crescent brooch, set diamonds in double row; 1 gold bar- pattern coral and diamond brooch, 3 pieces of coral with diamonds between; 1 dia- mond and pearl brooch, bar pattern, 3 large pearls with diamonds between; 1 lady's half- hoop ring, 3 large diamonds in centre, surrounded by small diamonds; 1 lady's ring, set large coral in centre, 3 diamonds each side; 1 do., set large ruby, sur- rounded with diamonds; 1 gold bracelet, with row of diamonds across top; 1 do., set dia- monds and sapphires alternately; 1 gold neckchain, curb pattern, oval locket with spray of diamonds in centre, monogram H. A. C. engraved on back, attached; 1 lady's gold hunter watch, monogram H. A. C. on back; 1 gold bracelet, large pear- shape pearl in centre, surrounded with diamonds; 1 heavy plain gold ring; 2 gold anti- rheumatic rings; and a lion's claw mounted in gold.— Suspicion is at- tached to A MAN. age about 30, complexion pale, hair ( rather long) dark, clean shaven; dress, rather rough blue serge suit, white straw hat. Is believed an associate of WILLIAM HARRIS, alias GEO. WILSON, H. C. R. 2179- 07 ( in custody for house- breaking at Dewsbury). The above reward will be paid by Mrs. Joseph Crowther, " Woodley," Greenhead Road, Hudders- field, for information leading to the apprehension and conviction of the thief or thieves and the re- covery of the property, or in proportion to the amount recovered. Information to the Chief Constable, Hudders- field. PROPERTY RECOVERED. YORKSHIRE ( East Riding). 62.— Hull ( City).— Rudge Whitworth bicycle, No. 616688, Case No. 55, 14th ult., and Victory bicycle, Case No. 58, 19th inst. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 63.— Rot her ham ( Borough).— Watch, Case No. 81, 19th inst.,_ at Sheffield. PROPERTY FOUND. STAFFORDSHIRE. .64.— Burton- On- Trent ( County).— Left at a public- house, 2nd inst. ( believed to have been stolen), a Raleigh bicycle, No. 261623, black enamelled, gold lined, 26- in. frame, 26- in. wheels, rubber pedals ( one rubber missing from each pedal), front lever brake, back brake out of order, De Luxe saddle, Warwick Fine- Grade tyres, upturned handle bars, large bell, Holford pump, tool bag ai) d white rubber mackintosh attached; also pledged here on 26th June, 1912, by a man who gave the name of JAMES EWERS, a 9- ct. gold double albert, curb pattern ( believed to have been stolen). Information to Supt. Moss, Burton- on- Trent. T H E POLICE GAZETTE. MISCELLANEOUS. S US SEX ~( Wes t.) 65.— Worthing ( County).— Offered in pledge, 22nd inst. ( supposed stolen), 5 silver shell- pattern George 3rd dessert knives, hall- marked, crest " Crescent" with " Virtite Cresto" over, in good condition. Information to Supt. Bridger, Worthing. APPREHENSIONS. Metropolitan Police District, 66.— Convict Supervision Office.— HENRY BELSHERE, Office No. S. 127079, Case 1, 19th inst. 67— Convict Supervision Office.— ARCHIBALD G. FIELDER, Office No. 907- 09, Tabular Form, 5th inst. 68.— B Division.— ALBERT IIORLOCK, alias CRESSWELL, Office No. S. 114,118, Case 1, 12 th inst. 69.- c Division— w. LINDSEY KITE, alias ARTHUR BETHELL, C^ se No. 3, 19th inst. 70.- G Division.— ARTHUR PALMER, Office No. 2736- 02, Tabular Form, 7th ult., and current list of re- convictions. 71.- K Division.— CHARLES BROWN, Office No. 3149- 02, 2nd June, 1911. 72 — s Division.— ERNEST HAILES, Case No. 8, 12th inst. 78.— V Division.— HAROLD WILLIAM ALLEN, Case No. 9, 12th inst. 71— Aberdeenshire, Aberdeen ( City).— JAMES INNES, Office No. 3539- 02, Case 9, 19th inst. Ib.— Cheshiro, Aitrincham ( County). — ALBERT DODD, Case No. 11, 19th inst. 76.— Cheshire, Stockport ( Borough). — ALBERT ERNEST VINCE, Case No. 20, 12th inst. 77.— Durham, Durham ( County).— JOHN DOUGLAS, Case No. 39, 28th ult., at Wakefield. 78.— E S sex, Southend ( County).— HUBERT PHILIP WHITING. Case No. 19, 19th inst. IS— Glamorganshire, Cardiff ( City).— GEORGE BEECHAM, Office No. 944- 09, Case 16, 5th inst. 80. Glamorganshire, Cardiff ( City).— CHARLES WILKINS, Office No. 1652- 02, Case 73, 19th April, 1912. 81— Hertfordshire, St, Albans ( City).— WILLIAM FIELD, alias DAY, Office No. 219- 00, Case 20, 22nd March, 1912. 82.— Lincolnshire, Scunthorpe ( County).— MAN ( ARTHUR GRESTY), Case No. 31, 19th inst., and bicycle recovered. 83 — Surrey, Woking ( County).— ALBERT FOSKITT, Case No. 33, 7th ult., at Hendon. 84 .— Sussex ( East), Brighton ( Borough).— ALBERT SIMMONS, Office No. 969- 10, Tabular Form, 31st May, 1912. LATEST INFORMATION. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 85.— Convict Supervision Office.— Escaped from Napsbury Lunatic Asylum, 20th inst.— LOUIS ANTHONY, Office No. S. 99172, age 31, height 5 ft. 4£ ins., complexion fresh, hair and moustache dark brown, eyes blue; dress, dark grey jacket, dark trousers ( patched at seat), all old; has the appearance of an Italian. Con- victed at the Central Criminal Court, 20th Octo- ber, 1908, of child murder, and sent to Napsbury Asylum as insane. Information to be forwarded to the Metropoli- tan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W., or to the Medical Supt., Napsbury Asylum. ESSEX. 86.— Romford ( County).— For obtaining by false pretences, 20th inst., 20s., and a Raleigh bicycle, free wheel, 28- in. wheels, Dunlop Roadster tyres, flat handle bars, cork grip6, back- pedal rim brake, operated by left crank, front rim brake, lever en- amelled black, gilt lined, gear case clip only on chain stay, Marco rat trap pedals, spring coil saddle, mudguards both wheels, patent locking clips, tool bag, metal pump, and Lucas oil lamp attached.— A MAN, age about 24, height 5 ft. 6 5 or 7 ins., complexion fresh, clean shaven, hair dark brown, eyes grey; dres6, brown grey tweed suit, cap. Represented hifhself as the son of a local trades- man. Supposed identical with JOHN McKERNS, alias EWTNG, Case 79, 19th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Jones, Romford. GLA MORGANSHIRE. 87.— Cardiff ( City).— For failing to report — GEORGE PALMER, alias HOBBS, Office No. 1708- 01, age 33, height 5 ft. If ins., complexion fresh, hair and eye6 brown, clasped hands and " A. Newland " tattooed left forearm, 3 dots left thumb, etc. Sentenced Somerset Assizes, Taunton, 30th October, 1908, to 5 years' penal servitude for bur- glary. Licensed 31st May, 1912. c. f. i. 9. Warrant issued. 88.— Cardiff ( City).— For larceny ( servant).— BEATRICE JONES, Office No. S. 89129, age 22, height 5 ft. 2 ins., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes blue; dres6, green skirt, long grey coat, large black* hat ( 2 feathers). Well known to the Bristol Police. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Cardiff. LANCASHIRE. 89— Clitheroe ( Borough).— For embezzling £ 3 4s., on or about 20th inst.— WILLIAM CECIL COCKSHUTT, age 27. height about 5 ft. 7 ins., slight build, complexion pale, hair dark, clean shaven, eyes brown, right leg shorter than left, left thumb deformed; dress, dark jacket suit, hard felt hat, lace boots. A tobacconist's assistant. Absconded 21st inst. May endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, Clitheroe. 5 TAFFORDSHIRE. 90.— Newcastle ( County).— For stealing a bicycle, No. 40,903 ( Sparkbrook National Safety, black enamelled, 24- in. frame, 2S- in. wheels, con- vex tyres, free wheel, front rim and back band brakes, straight handle bars, rubber pedals, pump and tool bag attached).— FRANK GILBERT, alias ROBINSON, Office No. 1585- 05, age 33, height 5 ft. 6f ins., complexion dark, hair dark brown, eyes blue, 2 moles right cheek, bust of woman, heart and arrow right forearm, scar left thumb; dress, light grey suit and cap, odd lace boots. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Biddulph, Newcastle, Staffs. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. GL OUCES TERSHIRE. 91.— Cheltenham ( County).— Committed to the ensuing Quarter Sessions, for obtaining money by false pretences ( directory frauds).— GEORGE WILLIAM LANDER, H. C. R. No. S. 1521, age 37, height 5 ft. 6 ins., complexion pale, hair and mous- tache brown, eyes blue, G on left wrist. A clerk; native of Worcester.— HERBERT WILLIAM HEATH, age 33, height 5 ft. 7 ins., complexion fresh, hair and moustache brown, eyes blue, dot on each left finger. A commercial traveller; native of Nottingham. These men have been travelling the country for several months, representing them- selves as collectors for " The Midland Counties Hotel Guide and Directory, The Nottingham and Counties' Publishing Company, The United Counties' Mercantile Trades Directory and Hotel Guide, and the Provincial Trades Directory and Guide." These firms are non- existent, and the above men may be wanted elsewhere for similar frauds. Photographs can be seen on application. Information to Supt. Hopkins, Cheltenham. PROPERTY STOLEN. SUSSEX ( East). 92— Eastbourne ( Borough).— Referring to Case No. 90, current issue, the following has also been stolen: a set of 3 twisted frosted gold studs, diamond in centre of each; 1 Indian silver clasp, waist buckle with Indian gods raised thereon, size of buckle about 2£ ins. square. Information to the Chief Constable, Eastbourne. APPREHENSIONS. Metropolitan Police District, 93.— Convict Supervision Office,— HARRY GEARY, Office No. 1284- 07, Tabular Form, 5th inst., and THOMAS NOLAN, Office No. 827- 05, Tabular Form, 5th inst., and current list of re- convictions. 6 THE POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, JULY 26, 1912. 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 charge they should be strictly cautioned and directed to report forthwith. Name and Metropolitan Office No. AGE. HEIGHT. COMP. HAIR. | EYES. REMARKS. Conviction, Prison Register Number and Date Liberated. LICENCE- HOLDERS. ANDERSON WILLIAM, alias FITZ- GERALD. Office No. 680- 03. 30 5 9J sallow brn grey Scar right side of neck, left cheek. A carman ; native of Lambeth. Sentenced County of London Sessions, 30th November, 1909, to 3 years penal servitude for ' possessing house- breaking implements by night. Licensed 31st January, 1912. g j 272. BANCROFT, JAMES alias TURNER and WILSON. Office No. 1136- 08. 29 5 6J fresh dk brn brn Mole right of neck, front of neck, under chin, horse- shoe, " Good Luck," bust of female, clasped hands in heart, " True Love," heart, bracelet, pierced heart, back right forearm, horseshoe, " Good Luck," pierced heart and figure of a woman in tights back left frm Sentenced Central Criminal Court 8th September, 1908, to 8 years penal servitude for robbery with violence. Licensed 15th May, 1912. i. 494. BEDDOW, THOMAS, alias Edwards. Office No. 1796- 99. 31 5 4 fresh brn brn Mole rt eyebrow, fleshy mole back of neck, scar front right wrist, base of left thumb. A baker ; a native of Shropshire. Sentenced Derby Assizes, lst December, 1906, to 5 years penal servitude for stackfiring. Remanet expires 29th October, 1912. g. 572. BROOKES, GEORGE, alias TEDARB. Office No. 206- 08. 44 5 5 J fresh dk brn grey Scar right eyebrow, ear and bridge of nose, tattooed snake, lizard, butterfly, outside right forearm, ship, bunch of flowers and butterfly inside right forearm, dagger, heart, bust of man and bunch of flowers outside left forearm. Sentenced Chelmsford Quarter Sessions 7th April, 1910, to 3 years penal servitude for burglary. Licensed 14th ult. K. 182. PELL, ALICE, alias JONES. Office No. 1956— 08. 28 4 Hi fresh brn dark grey Abscess scar right side of neck, slight sear on chin. A servant; native of Grimcole. Sentenced Warwick County Quarter Sessions, 5th April, 1910, to 3 vears penal servitude for larceny. Sentence expires 17th April, 1913. k 8. SUPERVISEE. WALSH, CHARLES GEORGE, alias WELSH, ASHLEY. Office Ns. 2845- 01. 38 5 2 fresh dk brn grey Scar on nose, lef^ eyebrow, forehead, blue mark on forehead, scar back right thumb, back right hand, ring and little fingers right hand have been broken. Native of Liverpool. Sentenced Liverpool City Sessions lst July, 1908, to 3 years penal servitude and 5 years police supervision for burglary. Supervision expires 30th June, 1916. c. i. 406. List of Lloenoe- Holders, Supervisees, Expirees, who have been re- apprehended, for the week ended 20th July, 1912, with the result, & o. Division Office concerned. No. NAME. Sentence Date and Place. Fresh Offence with which charged. Re- convicted in Name of Nam* and Division of Officer. E. M. N. T. Y 205— 02 A. D. S. W. X 3002— 02 J. K. N. 3394— 00 E. G. N. 1948— 01 G. 2591— 00 E. G. 3661— 99 S. Y. 3562— 02 E. 1022— 06 L. Y. 1998— 04 E. H. W.; 2996- 01 A. L. M. 2587— 12 G. H. J. 1040— 07 G. J. 69— 12 a. 2736— 02 G.; 1419- 07 H. 1769— 99 H. J. K. 48666 L. 969— 10 T. 1637— 03 G. N. Y. 1413— 02 BAILEY, GEORGE BENTLEY, HOWARD CARTER, JOHN CAUSTON, ARTHUR JAS. CLARK, JOHN DALEY, JAMES EMBLETON, RICHARD FILDES, SAMUEL GIBBONS, ADELAIDE INGOLDSBY, WILLIAM LLOYD, EDWARD MEASURES, GEORGE NASH, HARRY PALMER, ARTHUR PARSONS, THOMAS PERRY, JOHN SHAW, JOHN SIMMONS, ALBERT SMITH, WILLIAM SWEENEY, ALFRED 3 years p. s. 12 months h. l. 15 months h. l. 1 month h. l. 18 months imprison- ment ; 1 month h. l. 3 years p. s. 5 years p. s. B. O. £ 5 for 12 months 3 years p. s. and 5 years detention 6 months h. l. 12 months h. l. 12 months h. l. 12 months h. l. 2 months h. l. 3 months h. l. 1 month h. l. B. O. for 2 years 3 years p. s. and 5 years detention 12 months h. l. 13th July, Lewes Assizes lst July, Manchester Assizes 16th July, London Co. Sess. 20th July, North London P. Ct. 3rd July, Hudson Co. ( N. J.) Qr. Sess. 16th July, Cleikenwell P. Ct 13th July, Lewes Assizes 5th July, Chester Assizes 17th July, Tower Bridge P. Ct. 1th July, C. C. Ct. 20th July, Kingston Petty Sess. 18th July, Marylebone P. Ct. 16th July, London Co. Sess. 17th July, Bow St. P. Ct. 20th July, Old St. P. Ct. i 20th July, Old St. P. Ct. 13th July, West Ham P. Ct. 18th July, Portsmouth Boro Sess. 9th July, C. C. Ct. 18th July, Marylebone P. Ct. Shopbreaking Unlawful conversion of money Attempted burglary, etc. Larceny Larceny Drunk & disorderly Shopbreaking Attempted arson Assault Larceny and habitual criminal P. of C. Act. P. of C. Act Attempted burglary, etc. P. of C. Act. Assault ( Police) Keeping a gaming house Assault Larceny Forgery and habitual criminal P. of C. Act. Same Name JOHN STANFIELD BENTLEY JAMES SCOTT Same Name JOHN CONLEY Same Name Same Name Same Name Same Name EDWARD MARSHALL JOHN MORGAN Same Name Same Name JAMES BROOKS Same Name JOHN ANDERSON JOHN BRIDGES Same Name JOHN McKENZIE Same Name P. S. Laing, C. I. D., G. P. C. Hebbes, 457G. P. S. Haines, C. I. D., N. P. C. Talbot, 533G. P. C. Dooley, 136L. Det. P. S. Smith, City. P. C. Lane, 211V, and P. C. Beresford, C. I. D., D. P. C. Mallett, C. I. D., D, and P. C. Charles, 288P. P. S. 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