THE GAZETTE PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 1913. VOL. XXX., No. 3042. I. All communications for insertion in the POLICE GAZETTE, and all communica- tions relating to them, should be addressed to THE EDITOR OF THE POLICE 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. I. 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. Portraits of Persons whose apprehension is sought for serious offences will be inserted at a cost of 8s. per portrait, and engravings of stolen property at a cost of 6s. per photograph or sketch, unless the article is large or unusually intricate, when the charge will be higher. A remittance of 6s. should be made in the first instance for cost of engraving sketches. 6. Kvery 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. 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SPECIAL NOTICE. 1— It is requested that all Police Forces in the United Kingdom, be good enough to search their records to trace convictions since 1900, either under The Motor Car Acts, or for drunkenness, against JOHN DAWSON, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 8 ins., complexion lair ( in- clined to be pale), hair dark brown, moustache brown, broad features, medium ( but good) build ; and JOHN THOR- BURN LORD, otherwise OSWALD EDWARD LORD, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 11 in. to 6 ft., complexion pale, hair dark brown, clean shaven, thin face, high cheek bones, medium build ; and to for- ward full particulars, as early as possible, of any conviction traced, to the Assistant Commissioner, C. I. Dept., New Scotland Yard, S. W. It is believed that these men, when stopped by police for offences under The Motor Car Acts, have produced licences belonging to other persons and given the names appearing thereon. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 2.— Convict Supervision Office — HARRY SMITH, Office No. 601- 12, Tabular Form, 5th July, 1912, not now wanted; sentence expired. 3.— B Division.— For stealing by trick, 28th December, 1912, 5 lady's diamond and sap- phire dress rings.— PRICHARD, alias ORAM and WATSON, Office No. 1823- 08, age 44, height 5 ft. 6 ins., complexion dark, hair black, eyes brown ( very piercing) ; dress, dark jacket suit, dark grey overcoat, soft felt hat. Native of Barnet. 4.— D Division.— For stealing, 2nd ult., 10 gold brooches ( 1 plain Indian gold, Indian god in centre; 1 round, E. M. O. thereon; 1 oval, dia- mond in centre, S. A. S. inside; 1 do., beaded edge, grey hairs at back; 1 safety- pin, swallow thereon ; 1 reef knot; 1 half crescent, graduated pearls; 1 oval, pearls and coral; 1 stick, swallow in centre, pearl at end; 1 safety- pin, 2 beetles, opal bodies, wings, small diamonds); 3 oval lockets ( lst, pearl and corals; 2nd, 2 rows of small diamonds and pearls, coral leaf shape; 3rd, cross one side, space for monogram the other); 2 gold neckchains ( lst, lady's long gold, set gold rupee; 2nd, square link muff); 6 lady's rings ( 1 diamond, diamond- shape setting; 1 do., 3 diamonds and 2 rubies; 1 dress, set pearls shape of heart; 1 set large pearl in claw; 1 marquise, set turquoise; 1 set pearls on blue enamel); 2 lady's watches ( lst, old gold, E. M. G. on back; 1 gunmetal, Army & Navy Stores on face); 1 string of pearls, yards long; 1 row of Roman pearls.— BUSH ELL, alias REVITTI— known as CISSIE— age 32 ( looks younger), height 4 ft. 11 ins., complexion fair, hair golden auburn ( very frizzy), eyes grey, long nose, bridge flattened ; dress, long grey cloak, black skirt, blue hat ( trimmed blue cord). A native of Essex. 5 — F Division. — For stealing ( servant). 13th inst., 8 lady's gold rings ( 2 emerald and diamond; 1 ruby and diamond; 1 turquoise; 1 plain gold, D. H. and Daly scratched thereon; 1 signet; 1 set topaz; 1 set garnet) ; 2 plain gold bracelets; 1 gold pendant, set rubies; 1 long gold chain, charm attached; 1 gold albert, locket at- tached ; 1 long silver chain; 1 silver purse and card case, " D" thereon, chain attached; 1 an- tique silver watch; 1 silver gilt watch, " Stock- dale" inside; 1 large gold brooch, set cameo; 1 pair gold- rimmed eyeglasses; 3 pairs gold earrings ( 1 cameo, 1 long, 1 gipsy); 2 imitation pearl neck- laces; 1 gold brooch, set amethyst; 1 do., true f^ IWPT • •' i lovers' knot in pearls; 1 George III. guinea; 1 gold pin, set turquoise ( broken); 1 do., set ame- thyst; 1 gold brooch, set pearls, hair inside, " J. and M. Patrick to E. G. Patrick" thereon; 1 small do., set pearls and amethyst; 1 gold brooch, diamond crescen, t, thin gold chain attached; 1 garnet neckchain, garnet cross attached; 1 gold neckchain, gold heart attached; 1 gold bar brooch; 2 gold watches ( 1 plain back, white dial, 1 lady's keyless, small face, white dial open back, L. R. thereon, both French make); 1 oxidised watch, silver dial, day and seconds hands; 1 gold locket, lined blue silk, turquoise in centre, photograph of an elderly lady inside; 2 gold rings ( 1 set large pearls, 1 signet, minus stone); 1 gold pin, set cat's- eye; 1 long gold neckchain; 1 blue enamel cross; 1 Arabian silver safety- pin, shield shape; 1 gold locket, photograph of a child therein; 1 amber necklace, composed of about 50 beads; 1 garnet ornament, set in gold, 12 or 15 stones; 1 gold watch key; 1 seal witji bloodstone.— ALBERT BERTIN, a Frenchman, age 23 or 24, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 ins., complexion very sallow, hair black, eyes light blue, speaks English fluently; dress, long black overcoat, grey trousers, hard felt hat, lace boots. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Q. — R Division.— For burglary.— HARRY LEONARD, alias WHITEMAN, READ and MORGAN, Office No. 245- 11, ase 25, height 5 ft. 1\ ins., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey; coal scar base of right thumb; wearing dark over- coat, cap and muffler. A collier or coal trimmer; native of London. Previously convicted at En- field, Tredegar, Cardiff and Chertsey. 7.— 5 Division.— For obtaining goods by false pretences.— F. P. HYDE, age 45 to 50, height 6 ft., complexion sallow, rather long thin face, hair iron grey, clean shaven; North Country ac- cent ; of smart appearance; wearing long light grey overcoat, silk hat. Supposed a native of Birmingham. Warrant issued. 8.— W Division.— For stealing fservant), 21st ult., a plain silver cigarette box, lined cedar wood; 2 glass bottles, silver stoppers; 1 plated oval tea- pot and cream jug, chased, crest " hand holding dagger" and " J. M. L." thereon; 2 plated claret jugs ( 1 chased, 1 plain), black handles; 2 do. salad servers, cut- glass handles; 5 do. fish knives and forks, white handles; 12 small coffee spoons; 12 forks; 12 dessert do. ( all plated King's pattern); 12 table knives, white handles, silver bands; 6 dessert knives and forks, pearl handles; 6 do. knives, ivory handles; carving knife and fork, white handles; 15 ivory billiard balls; 1 dark brown polished clock, 12 ins. by 14 ins., white metal dial; 2 blue vases ( Doulton); 2 old china do., 2 T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 1913. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued ).- gilt figures thereon; 1 long dark grey overcoat; 1 lady's grey Norfolk jacket; 1 set of artificial teeth ( lower); 1 cream satin cushion, roses there- on.— HENRICK HOVENBITZEN, a German, age 19, height 5 ft. 4 ins., complexion sallow, very blotchy face, hair and eyes dark brown; dress, brown jacket suit, light mackintosh, grey woollen socks, bowler hat, lace boots. Information to be forwarded to the Metropoli- tan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. CITY OF LONDON. 9.— For embezzling £ 3 9s. Id— LEONARD GEORGE FRENCH, age 29 ( looks younger), height 5 ft. 6 ins., slight build, complexion fresh, high forehead, hair dark brown, eyes blue, ring tattooed left little finger;, fish on left arm; dress, dark green jacket suit with yellow stripes, dark overcoat, bowler hat. A clerk; native of Wilt- shire. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. 10.— For stealing ( servant) £ llo 14s. 4d.— VERNON GILES, age 21, height 5 ft. 11 ins., slight build, complexion pale, hair and eyes ( slight- ly sunken) dark brown; dress, dark jacket suit, black tie. A clerk; late of Lordship Lane, Lon- don, N. Absconded 6th inst. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Supt. Ottaway, 26, Old Jewry, E. C. BERKSHIRE. 11.— Reading { Borough).— For failing to notify change of residence, licence holder JOHN JAMES BRINSLEY, alias JAMES, NUTT and BART- LETT, Office No. 1309- 06, age 51, height 5 ft. 6J ins., complexion fresh, hair brown ( turning grey), nose has been broken; " Forget Me Not," 14 dots, Crucifix, " J. M. J." tattooed back left forearm, etc. A bricklayer; native of Weymouth. Sentenced at Dorchester Assizes, 15th January, 1910, to 4 years' penal servitude for burglary and arson. Licence expires 8th February, 1914 ( 25 days as an appellant). Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Reading. CA MBRIDGESHIRE. 12.— Cambridge ( County).— For obtaining money by false pretences.— W. WARD ( supposed false), age 30, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 ins., complexion fresh, hair and moustache dark; 1st joint right thumb missing, scar over right eyebrow, slightly deaf; dress, long dark overcoat, band at back, black bowler hat, black leggings. He visits vil- lages, takes photographs of private houses and schools for picture post- cards, obtains money in advance, gives receipts, but fails to execute orders. May be identical with WILLIAM WARD, alias WILSON, who was convicted at St. Ives, 31st January, 1911, and sentenced to 3 months' im- prisonment for similar frauds. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, County Police, Cambridge. CHESHIRE. 13.— Crewe { County).— For stealing a dark grey overcoat, double breasted, belt at back, strap on cuffs; 1 pair reindeer gloves, size ; 1 pair light box calf boots, size 7, Derby fronts.— A MAN, age 35, height 5 ft. 6 ins., slight build, complexion sallow, hair and moustache black, eyes very dark; wearing a fawn- colour mackintosh, black woollen jacket, hard felt hat and probably the stolen articles. He took lodgings, stating he was an Excise officer. See Case No. 36, 14th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Pearson, Crewe. 14.— Macclesfield { County).— For stealing at Butley, 29th ult., a dark blue jacket, black lining, white sleeve lining, black bone buttons; 2 National Insurance cards, " Edward Murfin, Mill Hill Farm, Poynton," thereon; and 12 stamps in one pocket, " Weston, maker, Stockport," on tab; 1 pair dark blue trousers, lined three- quarter length, white, bottoms lined black, " Bulldog" on two buttons on front; 1 pair brown boots, size 8, " South African Field Boot" stamped inside.— JOSEPH WRIGHT, age about 22, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 ins., clean shaven, stammers, one right finger deformed, anchor left forearm, dots right fore- arm, military gait; dress, cord vest and trousers, green muffler with red stripes, light cap, may be wearing the stolen jacket. Has been employed on a farm. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Ennion, County Police, Macclesfield. 16.— Northwich ( County) — For stealing, 3rd inst., a haircutting machine ( recovered), and 1 razor ( Rogers).— JOHN BROOKS, age 34, height height 5 ft. 7 ins., stiff build, complexion fresh, hair and moustache dark; dress, dark grey jacket and vest, dark trousers, dark tweed cap; wore a muffler. A native of Winsford, Cheshire. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Thompson, Northwich. CUMBERLAND. 16.— Penrith { County).— For stealing from dwelling house, 27th ult., a gold brooch ( hair in centre) ; gold brooch, " In Memory of my Hus- band " on front; pair of gold earrings, star in centre; dark- coloured shawl ( Paisley ends) ; several aprons; and 14s. 3d. ( from gas meter).— ELIZA- BETH SCOTT, alias INGLIS, Office No. 623- 09 ( for photograph and description see Case 42, Nth May, 1912). Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Barron, Penrith. DENBIGHSHIRE. 17.— Wrexham { County).— For burglary and stealing, 21st ult., a lady's gold watch and 12s. 6d. cash. — WILLIAM WEATHERILL, alias WEATHERALL, Office No. S. 158362 ( see Case 35, 14th inst.), age 22, height 5 ft. 1\ ins., com- plexion fresh, hair and eyes brown, mole right cheek, hairy mole right arm. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Wrexham. DERBYSHIRE. 18.— Alfreton { County).— For obtaining food and money by false pretences.— HARRY FORD, alias SERVANT, LEE, WOOD, BELL, and WIL- SON, age 51, height 5 ft. 8 ins., very stout build, fat face, hair ( bald on top) grey, clean shaven, lump on one wrist; dress, dark jacket and vest, molesbin trousers, grey cap, muffler, Army boots. He takes lodgings, states he has obtained work at local works, induces one of the household to write to his sister asking that J£ 5 of the £ 11, left with her, be sent him, then borrows money and ab- sconds. Letters returned " Not known." See Case No. 37, POLICE GAZETTE, 31st Jan., 1913. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Fennell, Alfreton. DEVONSHIRE. 19.— Exeter ( County).— For obtaining credit by fraud.— G. JAMIESON, alias CHARLES PEARSON, GRIST, BANKS, FELLOWES and COATS, Office No. 1569- 01 ( see Illustrated Circu lar No. 96, Fig. 11), age 45, height 5 ft. 4£ ins., complexion fresh, hair brown ( bald on top), heavy long light moustache, eyes blue; small scar right side of nose, left thumb deformed; dress, brown mixture tweed suit and cap, green soft hat, drab overcoat; also had a new navy blue suit, " J. G. Matthews, Exmouth," on tab, sewn on the inside pocket of coat, similar name on trousers' buttons. Stops at good- class private lodging houses. He booked by rail from Seaton Junction to Yeovil Junction, 26th ult. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Exeter. ESSEX. 20.— Southend ( County).— Tor obtaining £ 1 8s. 6d., by false pretences, between 24th ult., and 7th inst.— HERBERT NELSON, age 33 to 35, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 ins., stout build, complexiou fresh, broad face, hair black, eyes dark, one leg withered and shorter than other, wound on each wrist; wearing dark overcoat, black bowler hat, button boots. A native of London. He posed as a detective officer and stated he had been on special work at Chatham. Warrant issued. 21.— Southend [ County).— For stealing a feather bed, etc.— JOHN WILLIAM THOMP- SON, alias BROWN, Office No. 104- 13, age 32, height 5 ft. 4 ins., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes grey; scar back of neck, over left eye- brow, top of right forefinger has been cut off; dress, grey suit and cap, wears a neckerchief. Had a pedlar's certificate in his possession and may be found selling cheap music. At one time had a music stool in the New Cut, Lambeth, and was known as Brownie. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Jones, Southend. 22.— Colchester ( Borough).— For stealing, 15th inst., a dark brown suit, soft green hat, 1 striped shirt, 1 grey cap, 1 razor.— JOHN LONG, age 19, height 5 ft. 5 ins., complexion sallow, hair and eyes brown, clean shaven, 3 scars back of head, slight impediment in speech. Supposed a native of Newcastle- on- Tyne.— ROBERT CHARLTON, age 22, height 5 ft. 9 ins., com- plexion fair, clean shaven, eyes blue, slightly bow- legged. Supposed a native of West Charton, North Shields. Absentees from the 2nd Durham Light Infantry. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Colchester. GLAMORGANSHIRE. 23.— Neath ( County).— For stealing a grey overcoat with green stripes, velvet collar, light striped lining, double breasted.— WILLIAM JONES, age about 30, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 ins., good build, hair dark brown, clean shaven, of rather smart appearance; dress, grey coat and vest, dark trousers, grey cap, new lace boots, leather chain with gilt mounts, carried a rough ash stick. A native of Carmarthenshire. Stated he was an electrician at a colliery. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Evans, County Police, Neath. 24.— Cardiff ( City).— For larceny.— AGNES CHAPMAN, age 15, height 5 ft., complexion fresh, hair auburn, very large eyes; dress, navy blue jacket and skirt, black hat, lace boots. A native of Cardiff. May be found in company of prostitutes or employed in seamen's boarding houses. Warrant issued. 25.— Cardiff ( City).— For obtaining food by false pretences.— FRED JONES, alias FRED CHARLES BROOKS ( correct name), age 22, height 5 ft. 6 ins., strong build, complexion fresh, hair brown, clean shaven, eyes blue; dress, dark suit, bowler hat, dark tie, heavy nailed boots. A labourer. He obtains food and lodging^ by false- ly representing himself as a grocer's assistant. Warrant issued. Information to the Head Constable, Cardiff. HAMPSHIRE. 26.— Woolston ( County).— For stealing, 15th inst., a dark blue suit; 1 dark heavy motor coat, deep collar, strap at back; 1 white linen shirt; 1 pair gold- cased cuff links; 1 white silk handker- chief, initials O. C. in corner; 1 purse containing £ 2 10s. and a watch key.— A MAN, age 17, height 5 ft. 6 ins. , complexion fresh, hair ( bald patch right side of head) light, eyes grey; dress, Army suit and boots, cap, and the stolen overcoat. He was recently discharged from the Royal Field Ar- tillery. Information to Supt. Littlewood, Woolston. KENT. 27.— Maidstone ( Borough). — Absconded from his bail 13th inst., whilst on remand on a charge of larceny.— JOHN EDWARD YOUNG, alias HALLIDAY, etc., Office No. 1212- 00, age 32, height 5 ft. 9 ins., complexion swarthy, hair dark brown, eyes blue; blue scar right eyebrow, tomb- stone. " Eliza Wilson," crossed flags, etc., right forearm, clasped hands back right wrist; dragon, bust of woman, " Polly Young," " Mary Ann Sheen," etc., left forearm; dress, old dark jacket and trousers, wrap, dark skull cap. Native of Detroit, U. S. A. He is accompanied by a woman ( not wanted), age 35 to 40 ( stout build), height 5 ft. 3 or 4 ins., rather deaf; wearing dark jacket and man's cap. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Maidstone. LANCASHIRE. 28.— Old Trafford ( County).— For stealing from a dwelling house, 9th inst., a lady's silver ' chain satchel, very fine pattern, about 7 ins. wide, 6 ins. deep, fastens with a clasp.— A MAN, age about 33, height 5 ft. 5 ins., complexion fresh, clean shaven; dress, light tweed suit, light cap, brown boots. Information to Supt. Crossley, County Police, Old Trafford. 29.— Liverpool ( City).— For stealing a gold locket and chain from his lodgings, 7th inst.— HARRY HOWARD, age about 34, height about 5 ft. 4 ins., broad shoulders, erect bearing, com- plexion dark, long face, pointed chin, large nose, hollow cheeks, high forehead, hair auburn, droop- ing moustache sandy, eyes grey, scratches on right cheek, scar corner of left eyebrow; dress, a railway- man's blue pilot square- cut coat, double breasted, black bone buttons, dark brown jacket and vest, dark trousers, grey tweed cap. Stated he was a telegraphic linesman on the London and North Western Railway. Information to the Head Constable, Liverpool. 3 PORTRAITS OF^ PERSONS WANTED. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 30. — c Divisionm— For conspiracy to defraud smart appearance. May assume the name of and obtaining poultry by false pretences.— HARRY GORDON, and be found at race meet- HARRY ROSS, alias GROVE, Office No. 2065- 07, ings in the North of England, age 40, height 5 ft. ins., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes blue; generally dresses in a dark tweed or blue serge suit, dark overcoat, grey soft or black bowler hat. Active, plausible and of 81.— Eastbourne ( Borough).— For stealing ( servant) £ 40, 16th inst.— JOHN JAMES DWYER, alias HENRY JAMES COOPER, ago 52 ( looks younger), height 5 ft. 8 or 9 ins., com- plexion pale, hair black, clean shaven, slightly lame; dress, supposed blue Melton overcoat, double breasted, brown lounge suit with blue stripes, dark green soft hat; wearing gold snake- pattern ring, set 2 diamonds and a gold signet ring, set deep red stone. A fishmonger's manager. Is said to be a pensioner from the Royal Marine Light In- fantry. Wears five war medals and the Egyptian star. Absconded 16th ult. May endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Eastbourne. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropoli- tan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. a firm at Worcester, obtained an order for goods and gave a receipt with name of the firm printed thereon. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Moss, Burton- on- Trent. SURREY. 39.— Dorking ( County).— For stealing ( bailee) a bicycle.— JAMES COLLINS, age 23, height 5 ft. 6 ins., complexion fresh, hair light, eyes be- lieved grey. A draper's assistant. May be found at Hampton Wick, Kingston- on- Thames or Wim- bledon. Absconded 20th ult. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Coleman, Dorking. 40.— Woking ( County).— For housebreaking, 8th inst., and stealing a lady's gold ring, set with 3 diamonds and 3 sapphires; 1 9- ct. bracelet, thick curb, padlock fastening with safety chain ; 1 gold 10- franc piece, date supposed 1863, mounted for a pendant; 1 silver brooch, true lovers' knot, small piece of blue enamel in centre; 1 small silver whistle; 1 pair silver sleeve- links, faced with blue enamel; 1 pair of silver shoes .( ornaments), fast- ened together with a ring; 1 lady's open face key- less silver watch, glass missing, floral design on face, " S " over each hour; and a pair of blue serge trousers.— A MAN, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 7 ins., complexion fresh, hair and moustache dark; wearing green mixture overcoat, soft green hat. Information to Supt. Marks, Woking. SUSSEX ( West.) 41.— Worthing ( County).— For obtaining, 6tli inst., by worthless cheque, No. D. 86671, dated 4th February, 1913, on the National Provincial Bank of England, Savoy Court, London, W. C., £ 3 19s. 2d., and grocery and a ham, value £ 1 0s. lOd.— A. CHAPMAN, age 40 to 45, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 ins., complexion sallow, hair black, moustache dark, round plump face; dress, dark overcoat, soft felt hat. Had in his possession an old brown Gladstone bag. Is identical with MAN, Cases Nos. 9, 20th December, 1912, and 23, 3rd, and 31, 17th ults. He calls upon tradesmen and states he is residing at an address in the district, orders goods, and tenders in payment a cheque for more than the amount of purchase and receives the balance; he also tendered a cheque, No. A. 372249, on the London & South Western Bank, Ltd., Cricklewood Branch, dated February 4th, 1913. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Bridger, Worthing. WA R WICKSHIRE. 42.— Warwick ( County).— For burglary, 5th inst., and stealing a gold half- hunter watch, crest outside, bull's head and a pair of arms, believed to have inscription, H. W. W. M., from J. W. M.; 1 silver half- hunter watch, monogram on back, H. W. M.; 1 gold curb watch chain, was in blue leather case with watch; 1 silver chain, had attached a silver whistle, a silver match- box, 2 or 3 keys, and a silver sovereign purse containing £ 4; 1 diamond and ruby pin; 1 pearl and turquoise pin; 1 ame- thyst pin; 1 pearl pin; 1 pair of lozenge- shaped sleeve links, with crest, bull's head and a pair of arms and monogram H. W. W. M.; 1 pair of gold hunting horn sleeve links; 1 pair of sleeve links, set moonstones; 3 pearl screw studs, and several odd pearl studs; 1 set of steel and cats' eyes studs ; 1 set of plain gold studs; 1 pair of tie clips, pearl and gold; 1 red leather purse, silver mounted, with initials in silver, G. S. A. W. M.; 1 nickel- plated revolver, 6 chambers, about 7 ins. long, and about 20 cartridges.— WILLIAM WEATHERALL, Office No. S. 158362 ( for description, etc., see Cases 6 and 80, 7th inst.). Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Ravenhall, Warwick. WORCES TERSHIRE. 43.— Stourbridge ( County).— For stealing 8th inst., a silver cigarette- case, plain, Trust- worthy, Welsh Girl, First Prize, Open Bath and Special Llangollen, Second Prize," inscribed there- on.— A MAN, age about 40, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 ins., hair and moustache dark; dress, long black morning coat, bound with braid, black trousers, fawn- colour overcoat, straps on sleeves, black hat, patent leather shoes; carried a black ebony stick, crooked handle, gold band. He took lodgings, gave the name of Leonard and stated he was an Inland Revenue officer. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hinde, Stourbridge. YORKSHIRE ( North Riding). 44— Richmond ( County).— For stealing ( bailee) between 3rd and 4th November, 1912, 3 heifers ( recovered) ; also 13s.— ALBERT BROWN alias GRETTON, age 45, height 5 ft. 4 ins., com plexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue ; 3 boil marks APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued)— LEICES TERSHIRE. 32.— Leicester ( Borough).— For uttering a forged cheque.— A MAN, age 26 to 28, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 ins., complexion sallow, hair light, clean shaven; wearing a bowler hat and black tie. He uttered a cheque which had been altered from £ 7 2s. 6d. to £ 70 2s. 6d. 33.— Leicester ( Borough).— For embezzle- ment.— ALFRED JAMES, age 27 to 28, height 5 ft. 10 ins., stout build, complexion sallow, hair light, slight moustache light ( may now be clean shaven); may be wearing heavy dark rough over- coat, a navy blue or light tweed suit. He was a wholesale butcher's manager and embezzled several large sums of money. Warrant issued. Information to the Head Constable, Borough Police, Leicester. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. Si— Peterborough ( City).— For stealing ( from his lodgings) a ring ( recovered).— THOMAS FINCH, age 23, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 ins., slight build; of smart appearance, dark shifty eyes, very large long nose, dark moustache; dress, black suit and overcoat, bowler hat with mourning band, black tie, large white silk muffler, lace boots. Stated he was a foreman for a Scottish firm of patent bread and biscuit makers, also for a jam firm, in London. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Peter- borough. OXFORDSHIRE. 35.— Watlington ( County).— For an offence under the Incest Act, at Chinnor.— WILLIAM BARNES, age 42, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 ins., com- plexion fresh, hair light brown, heavy rfioustache; dress, dark grey jacket, brown cord vest and trou- sers, dark blue muffler, black cap, heavy nailed boots.— VERNON BARNES, age 25, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 ins., complexion, hair and eyes dark, carries his head forward when walking; dress, dark navy blue serge suit, black tie, bowler hat. General labourers; natives of Chinnor. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hope, Watlington. SHROPSHIRE. 36.— Oswestry ( County).— For stealing two chimney brushes; 12 cane rods; 1 sweeping cloth. — ABRAHAM HILL, age 40 to 45, height about 5 ft., complexion sallow, hair and ragged mous- tache dark brown; dress, old suit, muffler, cap and heavy boots. A chimney sweep; native of Oswestry. Absconded 19th December, 1912. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hamlet, Oswestry. STAFFORDSHIRE. yi— Burton- on. Trent ( County).— For stealing from his lodgings, 6th inst., a 9- ct. gold ring, chain pattern; 1 do. curb bracelet, gold locket, S. S. and In Memory of Dear Jim engraved thereon, attached; 1 gold half- hoop ring, set 5 amethysts; 1 15- ct. gold ring, snake pattern, set diamond and 2 garnets; 1 do., set ruby and dia- monds; 1 rolled- gold pendant; 1 gold- mounted fob chain, locket attached; 1 pair gold earrings, set diamonds; 1 oval gold brooch, set 3 diamonds in trefoil.— A. STUART MARSHALL, age about 35, height about 5 ft. 6 ins., complexion ruddy, hair and eyes dark; dress, brown mixture jacket and vest, dark blue tight^ fitting trousers, tweed over- coat, black hard hat, " J. H. H." inside. Stated he was a traveller. Warrant issued. 38 .- Burton- on- Trent ( County).— For obtaining money by false pretences.— ARTHUR KEAST, age 23, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 ins., slight build, complexion fair, hair light, eyes believed blue; dress, brown striped suit. Supposed a native of Hereford. He represented himself as agent for SUSSEX ( East). 6 T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued)— left side of neck; dress, pepper- and- salt coloured check tweed suit, dark cap, heliotrope tie, lace boots. May be found working at public works or amongst farmers. Native of Mickley, near Ripon. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Haw, Richmond, Yorks. 45.— Thornaby- on- Tees ( County).— For stealing a pair light lace boots, size 7, broad toes, with toe- caps, at Yarm, 13th inst.— ALFRED JOHNSON, age 21 ( looks younger), height 5 ft. 6 or 7 ins., complexion fresh, hair light brown, clean shaven, eyes grey; abscess scar below right ear; dress, dark jacket and vest, cord breeches, blue putties, dark cap, and the stolen boots. A labourer; supposed a native of Darlington. May be found travelling on the railway without pay- ing his fare. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Cook, Thornaby- on- Tees. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 46.— Barnsley ( Borough).— For stealing a pair of boots and £ 1 17s. from a farm, 20th ult. — FRED PARKER, age about 55, height 5 ft. 5 ins., good build, complexion fresh, hair ( turning grey) brown, moustache grey; dress, dark grey jacket and vest, breeches and leggings, red tie, heavy nailed boots. A farm labourer. Warrant issued. 47.— B a r n S I e y ( Borough).— For larceny ( lodgings), 3rd inst.— WILLIAM HENRY CLARKE, alias BARLOW, Office No. S. 114293, age 21, height 5 ft. 4 ins., complexion fresh, hair dark brown ( curly), clean shaven; tattooed both arms; dress, grey jacket and vest, black trousers, cap. Previously convicted at Portmadoc and St. Asaph Petty Sessions, also at Wakefield Quarter Sessions. May seek employment at collieries. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Barnsley. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. DEVONSHIRE. 48.— Torquay ( County).— Committed for trial at Quarter Sessions, charged with larceny ( lodg- ings) and false pretences.— ARTHUR NICHO- LAS, alias NICHOLS, age 20, height 5 ft. 5| ins., good build, complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue; dress, dark striped suit, black tie, hard felt hat. A native of Bristol. He takes lodgings and states he has been transferred from another town to take up a situation as pastry- cook; also that he is a buyer of antiques. Has committed offences at Bath, Bristol and Swindon and believed else- where. Was sentenced to 14 days' imprisonment at Leicester, 23rd December, 1912. Photograph can be seen on application. Information to Supt. Roberts, Torquay. DORSETSHIRE. 49.— Bland ford ( County).— Committed for trial at the Dorset Quarter Sessions, 9th April next for larceny ( 4 charges).— WILLIAM PEARSON, Office No. 606- 04 ( see Illustrated Circular 77, Fig. 28), age 38, height 5 ft. ins., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes grey; scar top of head, left elbow, back of neck, right elbow, back of left wrist; dress, very old dark clothing and cap. Native of Holborn, London. Believed wanted elsewhere. Information to Supt. Sims, Blandford. PROPERTY^ STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 50.— B Division.— 23rd ult., a diamond pendant, consisting of a diamond in centre, weight cts., with an inner circle of 18 small diamonds, graduated, small pearls between; 1 Indian, set small coloured stones at intervals) ; 2 gold brooches ( 1 large Florentine, set pearls and garnets, shape of ribbon bow; 1 shape of car. set 3 diamonds); gold chain bracelet, set topaz in clasp; 1 St. Esprit crystal pendant, shape of bird, piece of tail missing; 1 pair screw earrings, fan shape, set tur- quoise and pearls. 52.— D Division.— 12th inst., a 3- skin natural Canadian sable tie, 1 head, 3 tails, 6 paws; 3- skin natural Canadian sable muff, 3 heads, 3 tails, 6 paws, hanging shape; 14 baum marten skins, topped Russian colour, some with tails; 1 straight fitch scarf, 2 skins wide, lined silk, trim- med tails; 1 shaped fitch stole, 2 skins wide, double fur, trimmed tails; 2 fitch stoles, shaped; 1 straight fitch tie, 4 heads and 4 tails. £ 50 REWARD. 53.— D Division.— Referring to property stolen, Case No. 48, 7th inst. The above reward will be paid by Messrs. Toplis & Harding, 66, Cannon Street, E. C., to any person giving such information as will lead to the apprehension and conviction of the thief or thieves and the recovery of the property, or in proportion to the amount of such property recovered. 51.— 5 Division.— 16th inst., a purple leather dressing case, purple canvas dressing, bag cover, ' Asprey & Co., Bond Street," " F. B. H." in gold letters thereon, containing silver hair brushes and mirror " F. B. H." thereon ; scent bottles, etc., sil- ver gilt tops, " F. B. H." in monogram thereon; 1 miniature of lady reading book, in green leather case; 1 pink enamel clock with diamond hands, ' Carter and My House " thereon, in pink leather case; 1 flat radium travelling clock, " Asprey, Bond Street," in mauve or purple case; 1 black moire silk card case; 1 bottle of medicine, Hooper, Strewe & Co.; 1 dictionary and calendar in white vellum, " F. B. H." in £ old thereon; 1 cheque- book on William Deacon's Bank, Cockspur St. Branch, Nos. A. 923910, etc.; 1 pink satin dressing gown; 3 lady's gold rings ( 1 18- ct., set diamond, 1 do., set 3 diamonds, 1 do., set 2 pearls, snake head shape); 2 gold bracelets ( 1 link chain with pearl in each link, 1 flexible plain, closely set, gold rings attached). Information to be fm warded to the Metropol' tan Police Office, New ' Votland Yard, S. W. and an outer circle of 15 larger diamonds, 30 small diamonds between. 51.— B Division.— 2nd inst., a pearl necklace 5 rows, daisy clasp ( about 1 in. in diameter), largi pearl surrounded by diamonds; 1 Indian do., set yellow topaz, pendants from 2 rows of pearls Indian cord and tassel tie instead of clasp; 2 gold muff chains ( 1 set fine pink topax, open setting BERKSHIRE. 55.— Maidenhead ( County).— loth inst., by housebreaking, 3 bracelets ( lst, plain gold, set with 13 pearls; 2nd, do., ribbed; 3rd, pebbles and silver links) ; 3 gold rings ( lst, set with tur- quoise ; 2nd and 3rd, plain, supposed 22- ct.); 4 brooches ( 1 gold, set with pearls and turquoise in the shape of a lily of the valley; 1 small Mala- chite heart and locket and trinkets on chain, 1 gold bar with swallow in pearls; 1 gold, shape of an arrow, with heart and crown set with pearls); 1 gold locket, shape of heart, 1 pearl in centre, very fine chain attached; 1 lady's umbrella, straight handle, silver knob chased. Information to Supt. Davis, Maidenhead. 56.— Reading ( Borough).— 14th inst., by housebreaking, a rolled gold bracelet; 1 gold curb albert, gold key at end; 1 old silver watch; 1 thin gold wire brooch, " L " thereon; 1 old silver salt- cellar and spoon ( shovel shape), on 3 legs, plain; 2 old silver cigar ash trays, inclined ob- long, 2 ins. long, 1 in. deep; 1 old silver table spoon, chased handle, engraved initials " P. G."; 1 very old silver cream jug, chased, about 3 ins. high; 4 very old silver tea spoons, plain; 1 do. pickle fork, apostle figure on handle; 1 silver watch, " Hinds, London," on face, small hand missing; 6 electro- plated forks. Information to the Chief Constable, Reading. 57.— Windsor ( Borough).- 16th inst., by house- breaking, a lady's gold half- hunter watch, " Agnes" engraved inside outer case; 1 silver wrist watch, out of order, in grey leather wrist band; 1 gold ring with claw setting for 5 pearls, 1 pearl missing; 1 old- fashioned pear- shape carbuncle, set in gold with gold fringe at bottom, suspended from a fine gold neckchain; 1 graduated pearl necklace, no clasp; 1 chip emerald chain; 1 Fleur- de- lis pin, mended at back, set with small half pearls, 1 missing; 1 thin gold neckchain, Italian, set with turquoise; 1 gold lace pin, about li ins. long, set 1 amethyst in centre; several lace pins, set emeralds or pearls; 1 silver pendant with swinging piece inside a loop ; 1 silver earring in form of two bows suspended from each other, set small diamonds, pear- shaped pearl at bottom; 1 brown leather sovereign- purse containing 1 sovereign and 2 half- sovereigns; 3 small keys attached to a ring ; 1 heart- shaped silver key ring with 4 small keys attached; 1 silver- mounted briar pipe with new amber push mouth piece, straight stem, F. & T. stamped on bowl; 1 pair of opera glasses, covered green leather, small silver handle, American make; and a num ber of cigars and cigarettes. Information to the Chief Constable, Borough Police, Windsor. CAMBRIDGESHIRE. 58.— Cambridge ( Borough).— 17th inst., a plain gold watch, very thin case, makers, Patek. Phillips, Geneve, No. 135752, open face; 1 pair of gold links; 1 gold match- box; 1 amber cigar- ette holder; 1 pair of leather heavy shooting boots, large nails, makers, Mansford; 5 new grey neckties. Information to the Chief Constable, Borough Police, Cambridge. ESSEX. 59.— E p JS i n g ( County).— 13th inst., by sacrilege at Harlow, 2 silver- plated chalices ( 1 8 ins. high, 4 ins. across; 1 7 ins. high, 4 ins. across), shield on side of each with initials there- on ; 1 round silver- plated communion plate, 6| ins. diameter, chased border; 2 small silver cruet stop- pers. Information to Supt. Terry, Epping. 60.— Southend ( County).— 14th inst., a rain- proof overcoat, green and grey, single breasted, lined plaid, tab missing from bottom, plain brown sleeve lining, storm tabs on sleeves. 14th inst., from a hotel, a gold locket, round, plain, monogram A. H. thereon; 1 do., oval, chased, gold chain attached; 1 9- ct. bracelet with clasp, II. II. thereon; 1 round gold pin, set opal; 1 small gold knob pin; 1 gold brooch, pearl in centre. Information to Supt. Jones, Southend. HAMPSHIRE. 61.— Aldershot ( County).— 17th inst., a pair of round gold sleeve links, set diamonds; 1 gold pin, shape of nut crackers, set pearls; 1 Wedge- wood pin, set diamond; 1 silver cigarette case, 4 plain corners; 2 plain gold safety- pins; 1 gold pin, horn shape; 1 pair gold sleeve links, mono- gram F. G. W. thereon; 1 pair plain do.; 2 pearl dress studs, gold backs; 1 silver cigarette case, crest, lion rampant, thereon; 1 silver flask, 5th Dragoons regimental crest one side, initials F. G. W. on other, screw top, cup at bottom; 1 silver match- box and 1 Gillette safety razor. Information to Supt. Davis, Aldershot. 62.— Alton ( County). 14th inst., at Bordon, a Hazlewood Coventry bicycle, 24- in. dropped frame, black enamelled, plated rims, black centres, North Road dropped handle bars, black grips, 2 roller lever brakes, rat- trap pedals, front mudguard bent, nearly new Silver King oil lamp.— Suspicion is attached to A MAN, age 19, height 5 ft. 5 ins., complexion dark, hair brown, eyes grey, tattoo marks right forearm, I. L. L. H. and dot left fore- arm. Information to Supt. Reuben, Alton. G3.— Bournemouth ( County).— loth inst., at Boscombe, a lady's brown suede handbag, snap fastening, leather handle, containing green purse, 10s. 6d. silver, 2 threepenny- pieces ( 1 with hole), postage stamps, 1 small round mirror, 1 registered envelope addressed to Miss Hinton, 17, Rue de Edinbourg, Brusells, and 1 £ 5 Bank of England note, number either 58H56862, 58H56873, London, 29th November, 1911, or 97E 97002, London, 24th June, 1911, and stamped Hibernian Bank, Ltd., Dublin.— By A MAN, age 30 to 40, height about 6 ft., slight build, moustache dark; dress, light jacket and cord trousers, light cap. Appearance of a navvy. 64.— Bournemouth ( County).- 17th inst., by housebreaking at Springbourne, a pearl neck lace of 4 rows, set diamonds; 1 thin gold neck- chain, pendant attached, set amethyst and choice pearls; 1 thin gold neckchain, gold rim pendant attached, with photograph of lady painted on ivory; 1 very valuable gold and platinum wrist watch; 1 very small plain gold wrist watch, be- lieved " Bishop, Jeweller, Bournemouth," stamped inside, wristlet square linked; 1 plain gold curb bracelet, boot charm attached; 1 lady's gold ring, set blue stones and two diamonds; 2 lady's small plain gold rings; 3 gold brooches ( 1 set blue stones and 2 diamonds, 1 chased, 1 set 6 pearls around flowers); 2 hair ornaments, set brilliants; and 2 Morocco leather purses. Information to Supt. Hack, Bournemouth. HERTFORDSHIRE, ' oh.— Hemel Hempstead ( Ctunty).— 13th inst., a bicycle, No. 90835, Road Racer, black en- amelled, 23- in. frame, 26- in. wheels, Palmer tyres, rat- trap pedals, upturned North Road handle bars, left grip loose, Eadie coaster hub, back- pedalling brake, transfer " Albatross" on both mudguards, lamp, tool- bag, wire carrier at back. Information to Supt. Hassell, Hemel Hempstead. 66.— St. Albans ( County).— 8th inst., at Hatfield, a crossed cheque for 17s. Id., No. 234773, drawn on Robart, Lubbock & Co., Bank, by E. Verity, in favour of E. Hulks. Information to be forwarded to the Superin- tendent, County Police, St. Albans. FRIDAY, FEBRUARY ' 28, 1913. T H E POLICE GAZETTE. 21 PROPERTY STOLEN— continued. LANCASHIRE. 67.— Liverpool ( City).— Between 1st Septem- ber and 24th December, 1912, a very old dull yel- low gold pendant, round, about the size of a florin, centre set chipped emerald, 4 pearls around, circle of rubies around pearls, circle of emeralds around rubies, and an outer circle of rubies, number of small gold knobs round edge, stones graduated, small single pearl hanging from pendant; 1 long narrow oval diamond pendant, mounted in silver, sapphire in centre, four leaves of diamonds hold- ing same, outer ring of small diamonds. Information to the Head Constable, Liverpool. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. 68.— Peterborough ( City).— Between 15th and 17th inst., from a lock- up shop, a dark grey overcoat, almost black, with faint white stripes, black velvet collar, 2 flap pockets outside, breast and ticket pocket inside, size 36, " Herberts" on collar tab ; I Coventry Imperial bicycle, 24 or 26- in. frame, transfer on head, black enamelled, gold lined, 28 by l|- in. wheels, black spokes, with o new bright spokes in front wheel, rims rusty, black enamelled mudguards, rat- trap pedals, 2 lever brakes, Palmer back tyre, Dunlop front, raised handle bars with black tips, De Luxe saddle, 2 of the back springs broken, left crank bent, black oil lamp with small piece of cardboard on left side in place of glass.— Supposed by a tramp. Information to the Chief Constable, City Police, Peterborough. OXFORDSHIRE. 69.— Oxford ( City).— 12th or 13th inst., from an unoccupied house, a lady's three- quarter length sealskin jacket; 2 flannel nightdresses, " O. S." in red letters on neck, frill round neck, sleeves with silk border; 1 small Indian table cover, black cloth centre, gold and coloured border; 1 do., blue satin centre, gold and coloured border; 1 black lace shawl, about 2 yards square; 1 do. scarf, about 3 yards long, 18 ins. wide; 1 pair of lady's button boots, size 6, maker " Yap," London; 1 lady's Jaegar " Ewe" brand woollen undervest; 2 pairs of lady's evening shoes, size 6; 1 black lace bodice; 1 pink nightdress, trimmed lace ; 1 grey underskirt; a number of foreign coins, chiefly French, German, and Bavarian. Information to the Chief Constable, Oxford. SHROPSHIRE. 70.— Whitchurch ( County).— nth inst., by office breaking, a number of picture post- cards of Great Western Railway routes; 1 pair of strong blucher boots, size 9, recently heeled.— Supposed by TWO MEN, both age about" 25, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 ins.; wearing brown three- quarter length overcoats ( 1 corduroy trousers and cap, the other light moleskin trousers and bowler hat). Appear- ance of bricklayers' labourers. Information to Supt. Lucas, Whitchurch, Shrop- shire. SURREY. 71.— Fern ham ( County).— lith inst., a Golden Sunbeam bicycle, No. 91500, black enamel- led, gold lined, plated rims, 24- in. frame, 3- speed gear, flat handle bars, black grips ( ends screw off to insert outfit), front rim and back- pedalling brakee, rubber pedals ( much worn), new Palmer tyres ( 1913 Zig Zag pattern); may have an old Lucas plated oil lamp attached. Information to Supt. Simmonds, Farnham. YORKSHIRE ( North Riding). 72.— Middlesbrough ( Borough).— 17th or 18th inst., by burglary, a silver English lever watch, white dial, black chapters, private mark 2092 and " No. 6177, Jas. W. Armes" inside outer case; 1 metal watch, Swiss make, No. 356, William Tell on dial; 1 gold brooch, oblong, set with pearls, 1 ruby in centre, new pin; 1 silver brooch, round, thistle in centre, new pin; 1 small purse hand- bag, red leather; 1 green leather purse, 3 compart- ments, fastens with clasp; and £ 1 15s. lid. Information to the Chief Constable, Borough Police, Middlesbrough. PERSONS OR BODIES FOUND. DENBIGHSHIRE. 73.— Wrexham ( County).— 12th inst., in a mill pond, near Rhostystllen, the body of a newly- born fully- developed FEMALE CHILD, believed in water about 9 days. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Wrexham. SUFFOLK ( West). 74 — Bury St. Edmunds ( Comity).— 14th inst at Fornham St. Martin, the body of a FEMALE CHILD, decomposed, age 6 to 9 months, well developed, 2 upper and two lower teeth; wearing night- dress, diaper and one sock; in water about 6 weeks. Information to Supt. Brunning, Bury St. Ed- munds. ANIMALS, & c., STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 75.— K Division.— 15th inst., a bay heavy cart gelding, 9 years, 16 hands, thin mane, off hind leg and hoof white, white star on forehead, small scar on near side near flank, small lump under belly near side, 2 small knots on inside off hind leg below hock, small sore off fore coronet, 6 square holes in each shoe for frost nails; and a black leather headstall. 76.— X Division.— 15th inst., a dark brown gelding, 6 years, 15 hands 1 in., several white saddle marks, very dark thin legs, long mane hangs both sides, very long tail, slightly bent fore- legs, rests on near hind, holds head downwards, scar off shoulder, in fair condition; an old box cart, painted blue, picked out green, plain rough tailboard composed of two pieces of wood, one with hole therein, off splash board broken; 2 sets of black leather harness, white metal mounts. 77.— Y Division.— 5th inst., two horses, ( 1 a dark bay gelding, 15 hands, long mane, short tail, unshod, white blaze on forehead, hind fetlocks white; 1 a bay filly, 15 hands, long mane and tail, unshod, white star on forehead, hind fetlocks white, unbroken); both in good condition. Information to be forwarded to the Metropoli- tan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. APPREHENSIONS. Metropolitan Police District, 78.— Convict Supervision Office.— EDWARD KING, Offic ® No. 2122- 06, Tabular Form, 4th October, 1912. W — Convict Supervision Office.— JOHN WILLIAMS, Office No. 367- 01, Tabular Form, 23rd August, 1912. 80.— 5 Division.— LEONARD PEMBER- TON, Casa No. 7, 13th December, 1912. 81.— Glamorganshire, Neath ( County) — ALBERT STRONG and WILLIAM JOHN ISAAC, Case No. 17, 14th inst. 82.— Hampshire, Portsmouth ( Borough).— THOMAS R. YORK, Case No. 26, 28th July, 1911. » 3.— Hampshire, Portsmouth ( Borough).— LESLIE BERESFORD, Office No. 1959- 05, Case 25, 24th ult. 84.— Lancashire, Barrow- in- Fur - ness ( Borough).— JAMES HARTSHORN, Case No. 32, 12th June, 1908, and sentenced to 6 weeks' imprisonment. 85.— Lancashire, Rochdale ( Borough).— DAVID THOMPSON, Case No. 41, 2nd August, 1912, in London. LATEST INFORMATION. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 86.— Convict Supervision Office.— For failing to comply with the conditions of his licence, which has been revoked.— WILLIAM PALMER, Office No. S. 134782, age 20, height 5 ft. 1J ins., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes hazel, scar centre of forehead and right side of top lip. Sentenced Bristol Assizes, lst July, 1911, to 18 months' detention in a Borstal Institution, for fraud, etc. Released on licence 3rd inst., to the care of the Borstal Association and was pro- vided with board and lodgings in London from which he has disappeared, having borrowed money from his fellow lodgers, etc. If arrested a tele- gram or telephonic communication should be sent to the Governor, Pentonville Prison, who will send an escort for him. Not to be arrested after 30th June, 1913, on which date his licence expires. 87.— H Division.— For causing grievous bodily harm by stabbing, 10th inst.— HENRY WOOD, alios FRANK LESTER, Office No. S. 72405, age 26, height 5 ft. 8 ins., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey; scars left side of jaw, left foot shorter than right, back slightly deformed, stoops slightly, drags left foot; dress, grey suit, dark blue overcoat, belt at back, hard felt hat. A racing tout; native of Birmingham. Information to be forwarded to the Metropoli- tan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. ESSEX. 88.— Chelmsford ( County).— For stealing a bicycle, 24- in. frame, black enamelled, lined red, transfer on head Newcombe & Co., Chelmsford, Times transfer on back mudguard, plated rims, Dunlop tyres, rat- trap pedals, black lamp, tool bag, and plated pump attached; 1 black- handled hollow- ground razor ( Sheffield make); 1 silver watch and chain ( long hand missing); 1 silver ambulance medallion, Ernest J. Healey engraved thereon.— ERNEST WILLIAM LODGE, Office No. 237- 11, age 24, height 5 ft. 5J ins., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey; tattooed both arms, upper lip projects slightly; dress, dark overcoat, jacket and vest, blue serge trousers, white necker- chief, coloured stripes, blucher boots; wears leather belt with name of Palmer, Essex Regiment, there- on. Native of Cambridge. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Chelmsford. PROPERTY STOLEN. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 89.— Gloucester ( County).— 19th inst., by housebreaking, a lady's gold half- hunter keyless 6 T H E POLICE GAZETTE. LATEST INFORMATION ( continued).— watch, Geneva lever, No. 89063; 1 do. long gold chain, spade guinea attached; 1 gold safety- pin brooch, coral in centre, surrounded with brilliants; 1 fancy gold brooch, coral in centre ; 1 pearl brooch, imitation of a lily of the valley, in blue velvet case; 1 large cameo brooch, square, set in gold, representing chariot and horses; 1 small do., sus- pended from a small gold chain; 1 round gold brooch, diamond in centre; 1 small flower brooch, carved ivory, ruby in centre; 1 small filigree brooch; 1 small jet black brooch with shamrock in pearls; 2 old- fashioned rings ( 1 set 5 pearls, 1 set large pearl) ; 1 blue enamel ring; 1 gold ring, half- hoop, set 4 diamonds and 3 rubies alternately; 1 half- hoop diamond ring; 1 small cluster diamond ring; 1 half- hoop ring, set 5 pearls; 1 small do., set ruby; 1 plain gold bracelet, initials " I. D. A." entwined on padlock, " March 16th, 1907," en- graved around edge of same; 1 plain gold brace- let, set turquoise in knot;. l gold chain bracelet, several charms, dog, 2 pigs, bell, slippers, etc., attached; 1 plain gold knot bracelet; 1 thin gold stiff do. ( one part chased, other plain); 1 gold curb do.; 1 gold bracelet, small links, locket and spade guinea attached ; 1 do., set pearls in flowers ; 1 thick gold do., stiff ( one part chased, other plain) ; 1 silver hand- made necklace, consisting of 7 dif- ferent pieces joined together with small silver chains, each section contains moonstones and lapis ; 1 gold locket and chain, locket set diamonds and rubies; 1 gold locket, heart shape, attached to chain, set 3 pearls; 1 gold albert, large links, spade guinea attached; 1 gold watch bow; 1 pair gold- rimmed pince- nez, small gold chain attached. Information to th ® Deputy Chief Constable, Gloucester. APPREHENSIONS. 90.— Denbighshire, Wrexham ( County).— WILLIAM NORRIS, Case No. 9, 31st ult., at St. Helens. The girl has returned home. 91.— Glamorganshire, Bridgend ( County).— JOSEPH STILTON, alias STAUN- TON, Case No. 20, 22nd November, 1912, and sentenced to 1 month imprisonment. 92.— Lancashire, Manchester ( City). — JAMES MCALLISTER, Office No. 1794- 11, Case No. 83, 31st ult. 93.— Lancashire, St. Helens ( Borough) — EDWARD TIMNEY, alias JONES, Case No. 28, 5th July, 1912. MISSING. 94.— Since 29th January, from Walton.— GEORGE SWIFT, age 38, height 5 ft. 10 ins., hair, heavy moustache and eyes dark brown, partially blind left eye; drees, light fawn- colour overcoat, black serge jacket suit, " Cinderella Co- op Tailoring" on tab of jacket, dark cap, white silk muffler, wool- len mixture shirt, " Robinhood " stamped on neck- band of undershirt, brown socks, lace boots; wear- ing an Ingersoll watch and leather guard. Had with him a leather purse and a few shillings. An iron moulder. Stated he was going to Peter- borough to consult a doctor or chemist as he be- lieved he was suffering from a slight attack of pleurisy. It is feared some ill may have befallen him. The engraving is from a photograph taken about 7 years ago. Information to Mr. R. Swift, 32, Nuthall Road, Bobbies Hill, Nottingham, or to Supt. Slaughter, County Police, Thorpe Road, Peterborough. 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 report forthwith. be strictly cautioned and directed to Name and Metropolitan Office No. AOK. HEIQHT. COMP. HAIR. BYKS. REMARKS. j Conviction, Prison Register Number and Date Liberated. LICENCE- HOLDERS. HENNESSEY, GEORGE alias PERRY. SMITH, MURRAY and MARTIN. Office No. 188— 02. 39 5 6J fresh brn ( thin on top) blue Scar right cheek, centre of forehead, over left eye, palm of right hand, anchor and love left wrist. Sentenced Liverpool City Sessions, 6th January, 1909, to 4 years penal servitude for breaking and entering a shop. Liberated on Licence 2' 2nd November, 1912. Remanet expires 12th April, 1914. S Y e j 547. NOLAN, JOHN, alias BARTLEY, and DO LAN. Office No. 927— 12. 29 5 3i fresh dk l » rn blue Scar right side of forehead, back of neck, left of throat, left side of forehead, small growth front of left ear, small lump front of throat, womans head tattooed right forearm. Native of Lancaster. Sentenced Liverpool Assizes, 25th April, 1910, to 3 years penal servitude for larceny. Licensed 28th June, 1912. k 214. WALKER, JAMES, alias DREWS and SMITH. Office No. 818— 02 McAN- 31 5 5J fresh It brn blu gy 27 dots back right wrist, female back right forearm. True Love Homeward Bound upper right arm, 33 dots back left wrist, half bracelet, serpent, hand holding spray of flowers front left forearm. Sentenced Central Criminal Court, 19th November, 1906, to 5 years penal servitude for possessing housebreaking implements by night. Released on second licence 28th January, 1913, which expires 17th May, 1913 c g 692. List of Liconoo- Holdors, Supervisees, Expirees, who have been re- apprehended, for the week ended 15th February, 1913, with the result, & o. Dlviflion ooncsrned. Office No. NAME. Sentence Date and Place. Fresh Offence with which charged. Re- convicted in Name of Name and Division of Officer. W. 2584- - 02 BROOKS, GEORGE S months h. l. J. 206- - 08 BROOKS, GEORGE 1 month h. l. N. 1826— 09 BURTON, WILLIAM 9 months h. l. E. G. Y. 2598- - 01 HICKSON, HENRY 5 years p. s. and 5 vears detention L. M. 1749- - 06 JONES, ERNEST 14 days h. l. G. 834 - 00 JONES, TIIOMAS 1 year h. l. L. 752- - 99 PHILLIPS, BENJAMIN 2 months imprison- ment D. G. M. Y. 816- - 06 SIMPSON, HENRY 5 years p. s. N. 2925 - 02 STEWARD, ALFRED 2 months imprison- ment E. M. 527 - 01 SULLIVAN. JAMES 15 months h. l. II. J. K. 1735 1 — OC ( TURNER, HENRY 3 months h. l. p. ct. 14th February, Thames P. Ct. 12th February, Herts. Assizes 14th February, C. C. Ot. P. of 0. Act. Failing to report Larceny Robbery and habitual criminal 7th February, Mansion HouselWilful damage P. Ct. 7th February, Marlboro' St. P. of C. Act. P. Ct. 12th February. Tower BridgeWilful damage P. Ct. 8th February, Edinburgh Theft High Court. 12th February, Linton Petty Larceny Sess. 23rd April, 1912, London Co ' Incorrigible rogue Sess. 14th February, Bradford City Loitering Petty Sess. Same Name Same Name Same Name Same Name THOMAS SMITH Same Name Same Name Same Name Same Name Same Name HENRY WELLS P. C. Slipper, 403W, and P. S. Goggin, C. I. D., W. P. S. Travers, C. I. D., K. D. Inspr. Scholes, Y. D. D. Inspr. Carlin, M. P. C. Clarke, C. I. D., C, and P. S. Stevens, C. I. D.. W. P. 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