POUCE GAZETTE PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, MARCH 27, 1885. VOL. H., NO. 130. REGULATIONS- 1. All announcements for insertion in the POLICE GAZETTB, and all couimunicati ms upon them should be addressed to THE EDITOR OP THE POLICE GAZETTE, GKBAT SCOTLAND YARD, LONDON, S. W. 2. iParticulars eoneerning persons whose apprehension is sought will be inserted in one issue of the POLICE GA/. ETTB, if they are sufficient to enable action to be taken upon them by another ) » rce. 3. Particulars as to stolen property will be likewise inserted in one its fie, if sufficient to enable the article in question to be thereby identified. 4. In all eases where a reward is offered the name and address of some person responsible for the payment must be given, ani the exact conditions be clearly stated. 5. Portraits of persons whose apprehension is sought for serious offences, and engravings of stolen property, will be prominently inserted, with detailed particulars, at a cost of 15 » . per portrait, and of Is. 6d. per photograph or sketch of a stolen article, including the expense of engraving on wood. Every announcement, if for the apprehension of a person, mutt be guaranteed by the signature of an officer of not less rank than Superintendent; and, if the name of such person be required to be inserted, and no warrant is in force against him, the requisition must be signed by the thief officer of police, or his immediate deputy, of the county, city, or borough, as the case may I:. 1. Announcements concerning stolen property must be guaranteed by an offieer of not less rank than Inspector, or analogous thereto. 6 8. Announcements of all persons to be apprehended or of stolen property bear a number, and trt alphabetically arranged by counties. 9. - The. force which causes particulars concerning delinquents, or stolen property to be inserted fat fhe POLICE GAZETTE, must, on their apprehension or recovery, at once transmit to Hit EdiUr notice of the fact, referring to the number of the announcement fjr insertion in the next issme. 10. In all cases, the officer signing the request for insertion of any announcement, tcM be wholly responsible for any proceedings which may result from such publication. 11. Announcements for the Friday issue should be forwarded so as to be received not Mn thin noon on Wednesday, and for the Tuesday edition not later than Saturday morning. They auat be clearly - written on one side of the paper only, be in the usual farm, and accompanied by a covering letter. 12. All payments must be in advance, either at the office, Great Scotland Yard, by c& tfm, crossed " Drummond ^ Co.," Post Office Order payable at Charing Cross, Postal Order, or in Stamps. 13. Advertisements are accepted for the POLICE GAZETTE through Mr. James JFUlixj, 12A, Strand, London, the sole Agent, who will furnish the rates on application. 14. Announcements concerning property lost or persons missing can only be accepted as adrertinrmatts. J. Momo, Editor. NOTICE. 1.— The composition of the Friday No. of the " Police Gazette " will be found arranged for easy reference as follows :— ( a). Regulations at top of 1st page. ( b). Apprehensions sought. ( 1). Metropolitan Police District. ( 2). Counties. ( 3). Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged in strict alphabetical order. ( c). Persons in Custody. ( 1). Metropolitan Police District. ( 2). Counties. ( 3). Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged in strict alphabetical order. ( d). Property Stolen. ( 1). Metropolitan Police District. ( 2). Counties. ( 3). Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged in strict alphabetical order. 2.— Any additional copies of the GAZETTE beyond the number at present supplied will be forwarded on appli- cation in the form set forth in my circular of the 7tn of November last. as 3.— It is particularly requested that any complaints i to the non- delivery or of irregularity in the date of delivery of the POLICE GAZETTE, may be at once noti- fied to the Editor. SPECIAL NOTICE. SPECIAL NOTICE. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. EXPLOSION w ESSEX. The Fund established for the benefit of the widow and children of the late Inspector Simmons, of the Essex Constabulary, who was shot by a burglar on the 20th January last, has reached about £ 780, and it is desired it should be increased up to at least £ 1,000. Major Poyntz, Chief Constable's Office, Chelmsford, will be glad to receive towards the Fund any contri- butions which sympathisers with this sad case may he pleased to remit. IDENTIFICATION OF UNCLAIMED BODIES. The attention of the Editor has been directed to the want of any system existing for the publication of descriptions of dead bodies coming into the hands of Police, and which are buried without having been iden- tified. It having been suggested that the particulars should be inserted in the POLICE GAZETTE, the Editor will be glad to print any information which it may be considered desirable to publish. OODCUT PORTRAIT and description of JAMES GILBERT CUNNINGHAM, alias D ALTON, alias GILBERT, remanded at Bow- street Police- court till Friday, 27th inst., charged with " being concerned, with others, in maliciously causing an explosion at the Tower of London on the 24th Jan, last. Age 22, height 5 ft. 5 in., com- plexion swarthy, broadfeatures, thick upper lip, hair dark brown, worn smoothed, and not disarranged as in woodcut, eyes ( sunken) dark, no hair on face, scar top of third finger right hand, one ditto right forearm; dress, dark brown overcoat, black walking coat and vest, black- and- blue strij mixture trousers, turn- down col light silk scarf, black round felt hat, maker " Spellman, New York;" an Irishman, of Gartnamona, county Cork, Has spent some years in Ame- rica, arrived not long ago from Ame- rica, and may have spent some weeks lately in large towns where Irish congregate. HARRY BURTON, aged 30, height 5 ft. 9 in., slight, com- plexion fair, hair brown, long sandy moustache, eyes grey, high cheek bones, very hollow cheeks, consump- tive appearance, round shouldered, turns his feet out when walking, speaks with an American accent; dress, black diagonal overcoat, black woollen under do- and vest, " London and Liverpool Clothing Co., New York," on tab, brown trousers with small blue stripe, white stand- up collar, blue tie with brown spots, lace ; boots, black hard felt hat. A cabinet- maker. Born in Liverpool, supposed of Irish parentage. States he went to America when a boy. It is specially requested that any in- formation which may be of service in tracing the associates or antecedents of these men be forwarded by telegram to Chief Superintendent Williamson, Great Scotland Yard, London, S. W. THE. POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, MARCH 27, 1885. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. X DIVISION,— For the unlawful possession of dynamite— J, G. MARSHALL, a book- dealer, age 35, height 5 ft. 6 in,, slight, complexion, hair, whiskers, moustache ( slight) and eyes dark, thin nose and lips, rather long face, low wrinkled forehead, of quiet demeanour, and carries his hands in his pockets, is believed to be an abstainer and non- smoker; dress, black diagonal coat and trousers, low black hat.— B. M AR- SHALL, a picture dealer, age 32, height 5 ft. 7 in., proportionate build, complexion fresh, hair and moustache ( slight) brown, eyes grey, large mouth, full round chin, of dissipated appearance and very talkative ; dress, dark clothes, low felt hat. The above brothers took a shop at 69, Harrow- road, on 25th September last, stocked it with second- hand books and pictures, and left on 18th December. It is possible that some information may be obtained respecting them at second- hand book dealers or auction rooms in the provinces- Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, Great Scotland Yard, London. S. W. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 1— C Division— For embezzling £ 46 13s., 13th ult— JAMES BARTLETT, age 40, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion rather pale, hair, side whiskers, and moustache dark brown, eyes brown, slightly pock- pitted ; dress, dark suit, low black felt hat. A native of Ascot, Berkshire. Warrant issued. 2.— G Division — For stealing £ 25, 8th inst.— EDWARD MASON, age 37, height 5 ft. 5 in., com- plexion fresh, hair, tuft on chin, and moustache, dark brown, lame left leg ; dress, black diagonal coat, black guernsey under, dark tweed trousers, black cloth cap with peak. A potman ; native of London. 3.— G Division.— For stealing £ 46 in gold— HENRY ROBERTS, age 42, height 5 ft. 7 in., com- plexion fresh, hair dark, peculiar twitching of the eyes, turns his feet out when walking, belongs to the Royal Fusiliers Militia ; dress, regimentals, formerly played a tin whistle outside public- houses. A native of Clapham, Surrey. 4.— G Division.— For fraud— SAMUEL BLOOM- FIELD, age 35, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion florid, hair brown, moustache light, thin features ; dress, short black overcoat, brown kid gloves, high hat, wears a masonic pin with 5- pointed pearl in centre. A solicitor; native of London. Warrant issued. 5.— R Division.— For embezzlement— JAMES BERESFORD HOPE, a traveller, age 50, height 5 ft. 10 in., stout, complexion fresh, hair, whiskers and moustache ( turning grey) brown, chin shaved, of gentlemanly manner and appearance; dress, dark suit, high black hat. Warrant issued. 6.— W Division.— For embozzling £ 15 19s. 6d.— SAMUEL SMITH, age 52, height 5 ft. 8 in., very stout, complexion pale, hair, whiskers and moustache grey, eyes hazel; dress, dark grey dust coat, black under ditto, double- breasted vest, grey mixture trousers, soft felt hat. A rate collector ; lately resided at 61, Wandle- road, Croydon. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, Great Scotland Yard, London, S. W. CITY OF LONDON. 7.— For obtaining goods by means of worthless cheques— MOSES MARTIN, age 40 to 45, height 5 ft. 11 in., very stout, complexion florid, hair, beard, whiskers, and moustache ( tinged with red) dark, appearance of a butcher; dress, dark clothes, hard round felt hat. Is well known at Etchingham and Frant, Sussex; also at Ware, Herts. Lately resided at Park- lane, Tottenham, and Angel- lane, Edmonton. - PRICE MORGAN, alias DICK MORGAN, GEORGE SHORN, and GEORGE SAUNDERS, age 35, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., hair brown, moustache dark, full face, talks husky ; dress, Newmarket overcoat, white handkerchief round neck, black hard felt hat. Supposed native of South Wales. Friends reside at 104, Tony Pandy, near Pontypridd, South Wales. Warrant issued. Information to Inspector McWilliam, Detective Department, Old Jewry, E. C. BEDFORDSHIRE. 8.— Biggleswade ( County).— For embezzlement at Henlow— GEORGE HENRY GRANT, a brewer's agent, age about 30, height 5 ft. 5 in., stout, complexion fresh, no whiskers, bow- legged, broad features, very talkative, fond of racing, and has the appearance of person addicted to drink. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Bedlow, Biggleswade. 9.— Luton ( Borough).— For stealing, 19th inst., a silver Geneva watch ( recovered), a gold- plated chain with compass attached, and 7s. 6d. — EDWARD GEORGE, alias HEDGES, age 25, height 5 ft. 2 in., complexion fair, moustache light ; dress, dark cutaway coat ( very greasy), dark trousers and vest, lace boots, hard felt hat. A painter ; native of Aylesbury. Has worked in many places in the Midland Counties. Supposed known at Southampton. Was sentenced at Bedfordshire Quarter Sessions in January, 1883, to 12 months' imprisonment for housebreaking. Information to Head Constable Jaquest, Luton. BERKSHIRE. 10.— Maidenhead ( Borough). — For embezzling, 23rd inst., the money of the Maidenhead Rowing Club — JAMES WILLIAM GODSELL, age 30, height 5 ft. 8J in., complexion fresh, hair ( cut short) dark brown, moustache and side whiskers ( slight) light, eyes blue, good looking, is fond of rowing and card- playing ; dress, brown coat, buttoned up to chin, drab trousers, turn down collar with tie, hard felt hat. A lawyer's clerk, and is a good shorthand writer; native of Gloucester. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Taylor, Maidenhead. CARNARVONSHIRE. 11.— Pwllheli ( County).— For obtaining £ 14 5s. by false pretences 16th inst.— A MAN, age about 40, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion pale, whiskers ( slight) and beard ( turning grey) light, thin features; dress, brown plaid cloth jacket, light grey trousers, turn down collar, grey tie, dark howler hat. A Welshman; frequents fairs. Information to Supt. Hughes, Pwllheli. CHESHIRE. 12.— Altrincham ( County).— For stealing a silver watch entrusted to him for repairs— T. A. ASHBEY, age about 38, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, moustache and tuft on chin sandy, im- pediment in speech. A jobbing watchmaker ; lately resided at Altrincham. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Leighton, Altrincham. 13.— Wirksworth ( County). — For embezzling £ 33 3s .- BENJAMIN PEARSON, age 27 or 28, height 5 ft. 9 in. complexion fair, hair and moustache light. Father resides at 44, Thompson- street, Shipley, Yorks. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Borrett, Wirksworth. 14.— Stockport ( Borough).— For stealing, 6th inst., a shepherd plaid shawl ( dirty), small piece of fringe torn off; 1 peach, red- and- white neckerchief ( nearly new); 1 plain calico chemise; 1 roller towel, pink edges ; a man's cotton shirt, and 2 paits of spectacles— ANTHONY HENAGHAN, alias BILL LONGSON, age about 45, height 5 ft. 9 in., stout, hair ( turning grey) dark, round shouldered, deeply pockpitted, woman holding flag, and some letters tattooed left forearm, upper front teeth deficient; dress, black worsted coat, corduroy vest, moleskin trousers ( old and dirty) lace clogs ( heavy), skull cap. Supposed accompanied by a woman and 2 children. A labourer or stoker. Supposed previously convicted. May be found at common lodging houses. 15.— Stockport ( Borough). — For stealing, 12th inst., a plain calico chemise, stain mark on breast— SARAH ANN age about 20, medium height, hair dark, fringe on forehead, combed back, abscess marks left side of face and neck ; dress, black skirt and shawl, clasp clogs with brass nails round toes. Stated she was a cardroom hand, and belonged to Pendlebury. 16.— Stockport ( Borough). — For stealing a blanket, 10th inst— ANN COOKNEY, alias JONES, age about 50, stout and short, hair grey ; dress, light skirt, paisley shawl, green centre, button boots, bonnet trimmed imitation wheat. Stated she came from Macclesfield. May be found at common lodging houses. Information to Lieut.- Col. Staples, Stockport. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 17.— Gloucester ( County). — For larceny — DANIEL FRANKLIN, age 45 to 50, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion sallow, hair and moustache grey, whiskers slight, eyes dark brown, long features, high cheekbones, careworn appearance, hangs his head for- ward when walking ; dress, black Witney overcoat, dark suit ( may be wearing grey trousers), black bowler hat. A solicitor; native of Gloucester. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Chipp, Gloucester. HAMPSHIRE. 18.— Aldershot ( County).— For deserting wife and family- CHARLES CHANDLER, a gardener, age 40, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion sallow, hair dark brown, turns his feet out when walking. Warrant issued. 19.— Aldershot ( County).— For deserting family— FREDERICK MILLS, a labourer, age 36 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion and hair dark, clean shaved, turns his feet out when walking. Warrant issued. 20.— Aldershot ( County).— For deserting wife and family— JOHN WOOD, age 40, height 5 ft. 6 in., com- plexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes hazel. A tailor, speaks with German accent; has been in the 52nd Regiment. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Stephenson, Aldershot. 21.— Bournemouth ( County).— For obtaining a quantity of electro- plated spoons, knives, forks, & c., by false pretences— GEORGE HAMILTON ROE, age 40 to 45, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., hair ( bald at back) dark brown, whiskers and moustache ginger, eyes dark, stoops slightly, walks quickly, and flourishes his walking stick about; dress, black diagonal suit, felt hat, wore a horseshoe pin with diamond, and a large diamond ring. Had in his possession a gold pencil- case with crest— a squirrel. Stated he came from FRIDAY, MARCH 27, 1885. THE POLICE GAZETTE. Melbourne. Was accompanied by his wife, age about 27, rather short and stout, and a child about 12 months old. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Alexander, Bournemouth. HERTFORDSHIRE. 22.— Bishop's Stortford ( County).— For stealing two £ 5 Bank of England notes, one dated 18th August, 1884, No. 71865, and £ 5 gold— ELIZABETH TALLIS, alias SAUNDERS, age 39, height 5 ft. 1 or 2 in., com- plexion fresh, hair dark auburn, eyes dark, abscess scars left side of neck, shows two prominent teeth when laughing; dress, dogskin jacket, dark dress, plum colour bonnet; a native of Manchester. 23.— Ware ( County).— For deserting wife and child — CHARLES BURROWS, age 26, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion dark, hair dark brown, eyes hazel, promi- nent nose, thick bottom lip. A native of Welwyn ; is known at Whittlesea. Warrant issued. -.. Information to Supt. Arrowsmith, Ware. KENT. 24.— Faversham ( County).— For stealing a watch ( recovered)— JOHN WILLIAMS, age 25, height 5 ft. 6' or 7 in., complexion, hair and whiskers ( slight) dark, no moustache, face full and blotched, very delicate hands ; dress, dark coat and trousers, light necktie, black hard felt hat. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Mayne, Sittingbourne. 25.— Sandwich ^ County).— Woodcut portrait and description of AMOS SHARMAN, whose apprehen- sion is sought for embezzling £ 16 17s 6d, 8th inst., age about 40, height 5 ft. 2 in., complexion and eyes dark, hair ( slightly grey) black, tender feet, stoops when walking; dress, long black Witney overcoat, light trousers. A carpenter, but has been employed as clerk for several years at Broadstairs. Supposed native of Northampton. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Kewell, Sandwich. 26.— Tonbridge ( County).— For deserting wife at Speldhurst— WILLIAM WATSON ( supposed false), age 36, height 5 ft. 10 or 11 in., complexion, hair ( parted in- centre), whiskers ( cut close), moustache, and eyes dark, several scars right leg, testicles swollen, and wears an instrument; dress, brown cloth jacket and trousers, black hard felt hat, carried with him a bundle containing a black coat and vest, and a pair Scotch tweed trousers. A wheelwright and coach- builder ; supposed native of Yorkshire. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Barnes, Tollbridge. ' 27.— Gravesend ( Borough). — For stealing, 18th inst., from Milton Barracks, 6 Egyptian medals, en graved Coglan 29 Cy., Lovelock 33 Cy., Gardener 25 Cy., Sexton 33 Cy., Royal Marines- RIVERS, age about 30, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion dark, hair and moustache ( slight) brown ; dress, black diagonal coat,' check trousers, blue shirt, Wellington boots, with spur- holes, brown felt hat. Has served in the Royal Marines. Information to Chief Constable Berry, Gravesend. turned case, white dial, one hand supposed steel one gold, seconds ditto, maker " Grundy," nickel silver guard, common pattern, with 2 watch keys and a small foreign coin attached— A MAN, age about 40, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., moustache ( heavy) black, hair ( parted in centre and cut short in front) dark, round features ; dress, black pilot overcoat, white moleskin trousers, side- spring boots, black hard felt hat. Information to Supt. Holland, Bolton. 30.— Old Trafford ( County).— For failing to re- port— License Holder WILLIAM BENTLEY, Office No. 24000, age 54, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair grey ( bald), eyes light blue, scars right side of head and between eyebrows, mole left cheek and 3 on right, mole on side ( large), cupping marks on back. Sentenced at Glasgow the 4th September, 1879, to 7 years' penal servitude for burglary. Licensed 14th February, 1884. E 1292. — Supervisee ELLEN BRETHERTON, Office No. 19059, age 34, height 5 ft. 2 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, scar left side of forehead, noso crooked- Sentenced at Liverpool the 2nd November, 1880, to 18 months' hajd labour and 3 years' police supervision for larceny ( person). 2479. Information to the Supt. County Police Office, Old Trafford. 31.— Liverpool ( City).— For forging and uttering a cheque for £ 235, purporting to be drawn in favour of S. Saunders, signed S. R. Piatt, and obtaining two £ 100 Bank of England notes, dated Liverpool, 2nd March, 1883, Nos. 82- m 91281 and 91282; one £ 20 Bank of England note, dated Liverpool, 6th March, 1883, No. 80- m 68701, and £ 15 in gold— A MAN, who gave the name of S. SAUNDERS, age about 28, com- plexion fresh, hair light, clean shaved, may have slight moustache ; dress, respectable. Is supposed to have in his possession a blank cheque, No. 32/ 425449: with which he may endeavour to obtain money. Information to Chief Supt. Williams, Detective De partment, Liverpool. 32.— Oldham ( Borough).— For failing to report- Supervisee JOHN CALLIGHAN, alias SWAN and MATTHEWS, Office No. 22943, age 72, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes grey, scar left side chin. Sentenced at Salford the 8th January, 1883, to 9 calendar months' imprisonment with hard labour, and 4 years' police supervision for felony. 9151. Information to Chief Constable Hodgkinson, Oldham. - i 33.— Salford ( Borough). — For attempted murder— PATRICK or PARKEY GRANT, age about 20, height ft. 1 in., complexion fresh, hair light, moustache slight; dress, black ribbed_ clot) i coat and vest, black cord trousers, white muffler, billycock hat.— WILLIAM MURPHY, age 20, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion dark, tender eyes, squints, full reund face, turned up nose ; dress, dark cutaway coat and vest, light cord trousers, hard billycok or slogger cap. 34.— Salford ( Borough).— For stealing a watch ( recovered)— ROBERT ATHERTON, age about 28, height 5 ft. 8i in , complexion fresh, hair black, mous- tache dark; dress, pepper- and- salt coloured cloth suit, white collar, black tie, lace boots, high hat. 35.— Salford ( Borough).— For indecent assault— HERBERT MASON, age 18, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., slight, complexion sallow, hair dark brown; dress, black cloth coat, dark tweed trousers and vest, clogs, high hat. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Borough Police, Salford. shirt, black- and- white scarf, low shoes, black hard felt hat. A well- known thief. Was committed for trial at Louth, 27th ult., for stealing a ham. Frequents low beerhouses and lodging- houses; makes wire puzzles, and sells them at markets. May attempt to go abroad in a steamship as stoker or coal trimmer. Has been in the Lincoln Militia. Information to Head Constable Lloyd, Louth. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. 37.— Peterborough ( Liberty of).— For stealing, 10th inst., £ Z 10s. gold, £ 4 10s. silver, and a pair of black tweed trousers, lined white calico, fly fronts worn) — ALFRED FISHER, alias JERRY" and POTTER, age 20 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in.,. complexion fresh, hair ( inclined to curl on top) dark brown, moustache ( slight) dark, proportionate build, long visage, two front teeth in upper jaw broken and decayed ; dress, brown mixture overcoat, dark brown worsted jacket, pockets at sides ; blue serge trousers and vest, lace boots ( one with hole at back), black hard felt hat, with large brim. A costermonger ; native of Cambridge, lately resided at Carton End, Peterborough. Attends markets, selling earthenware, oranges, & c. Warrant issued. Information to Inspector Blackman, Liberty Police Station, Peterborough. LINCOLNSHIRE. 36.— Louth ( County).— Woodcut portrait and de- scription of THOMAS WILLIAM ANDREWS, who es- LAN ARKSHI RE. 28.— Hamilton ( County).— For violent assault at Townhill Farm, near Hamilton, 23rd inst.— WILLIAM HUTTON, alias BILL KNOTTER, age about 40, height about 5 ft. 5 in., stout, complexion, hair, mous- tache ( slight), and imperial dark, speaks with English accent; dress, dark tweed vest, cheesecutter cap. • It is requested that special inquiry be made for his apprehension. Information to Chief Constable, McHardy, R. N., Hamilton. LANCASHIRE. 29.— Bolton ( County).— For stealing, 13th inst., at Farnworth, a small silver Geneva watch, engine- NORTHUMBERLAND, 38.— Morpeth ( County).— For assault and robbery, 10th ult.— ROBERT FERGUSON, alias BUBBLY BOB, age about 30, height 5 ft 8} in., hair dark brown, moustache and eyes ( sunken) dark, thick broad nose, large mouth, thick lips, coarse features, " M. Peel— R. Ferguson, 1873," tattooed on arm, large scar on throat and forehead, several ditto on head, left leg, and right thumb, is much addicted to drink. A pitman ; is well known in Northumberland and Durham. Mother resides at Southwick, near Sunderland. May seek employment at collieries. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Young, Morpeth. RADNORSHIRE. 39.— Penybont ( County).—¥ or obtaining money by false pretences at Llantephan, 3rd inst.— TWO MEN, 1st, age 50 to 60, height 5 ft. 9 in., hair grey ; dress, black or blue coat, cord trousers, peak cap ( all old); 2nd, age 30 to 40, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., hair light, moustache sandy; dress, brown mixture coat round black felt hat. State they are father and son, and expose wounds on arms and legs, caused from injuries received in a colliery explosion in South Wales. Are accompanied by a short woman. All addicted to drink. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Wheeldon, Penybont. SOMERSETSHIRE. 40.— Glastonbury ( County).— For fraudulently converting to his own use, 12th inst., a double- cased silver lever watch, No. 5656— A travelling clock and watch cleaner, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., com- plexion very dark, hair, side whiskers, and moustache ( rather heavy) dark; dress, dark cloth coat and vest, dark tight- fitting trousers, black hard felt hat, all old. Carries a small old black bag under his arm ; generally stops at common lodging- houses or low beer- houses. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Bisgood, Glastonbury. 41.— Williton ( County).— For larceny, 13th ult.— FRANK PROLE, a cordwainer's apprentice, age 18, height about 5 ft., complexion very fresh, hair light brown, eyes ( supposed) light brown; dress, grey mixture cloth jacket, right pocket torn, brown cord trousers, lace boots, hard bowler hat. Has two brothers residing in Wales. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Self, Williton. caped from custody 27th ult., at Lincoln, age about 28, height 5 ft. 6^ in., complexion swarthy, hair, moustache, and eyes brown, dimple in chin, tattooed second finger left hand, several small scars on chin; dress, short brown or grey coat, grey mixture plaid vest, bound brown braid, old grey tweed trousers, white calico STAFFORDSHIRE. 42.— Longton ( County).— For shopbreaking, 18th ult.— WILLIAM BROWN, age about 40, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fair, hair light, clean shaved; dress, blue pilot jacket, dark worsted cord trousers and vest, blucher boots, cloth cap — HERBERT MYATT, age about 40, height 5 ft. 10 or 11 in., complexion fresh, hair, whiskers, and moustache dark, full face, Roman nose, first finger right hand deficient; dress, dark cloth coat, light cloth trousers and vest, clogs. Supposed native of Hanley.— JOHN ROBERTS, ali* s FINN, CARROLL, and SMITH, age about 35, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., complexion pale, hail- and moustache dark, eyes grey, turns his feet out when walking, has an ulcerated leg, very small foot; dress, blue pilot jacket, brown ribbed cloth trousers and vest, woman's lace boots. A notorious thief and returned convict; sup- posed native of Hanley. Warrant issued. 43.— Longton { County).— For stealing, 26th ult., 1 £ 7 17s. 6d. in gold and silver, 7 holland aprons, 2 I 4 T H E POLICE GAZETTE. FKIDAY, MABCH 27, 1885. eheinises, 3 small towels, and several pocket- handker- ehiefe- SARAH ANN SMITH, age 21, height 5 ft. 1 or 2 in., complexion fresh, hair, with fringe on fore- head, brown, long sharp nose, good looking; dress, supposed striped print bodice and skirt, brown ulster with tassel at back, black hat trimmed with beads and pink rose at side ; a native of Hanley. Warrant issued. Information to Supt Evans, Longton. SUFFOLK. 44.— Sudbury ( County\ — For embezzlement, 34th iilt.— RICHARD WILLIAM GREENACRE, age about 42, height ubout 5 ft. 6 in., complexion swarthy, hair and beard dark brown, eyes grey. Was seen 6th inst., accompanied by his wife, short and florid, at Great Eastern Railway Station, Liverpool- street, London. Not to be apprehended out of the United Kingdom. Warrant issued. Information to Head Constable Sach, Sudbury. SUSSEX ( EAST). 45.— East Grinstead ( County). — For stealing rugs and electric bells from railway carriages, 8th inst — WILLIAM TASKER, age 22, height 5 ft. 5 in complexion and eyes dark, hair ( cut short) very dark, moustache slight; dress, black suit, blue cap with peak, light boots. A native of Crawleydown, Worth Sussex. Belongs to the 2nd Sussex Volunteers ( East Grinstead Company). May enlist in the Army Militia. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Berry, East Grinstead. 46.— Brighton ( Borough).— For forging a cheque for £ 2 10s.— ERNEST CROWHURST, age 22, height 5 ft 10J in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes brown. Has in his possession several blank cheques on the Capital and Counties Bank, Brighton Branch, with which he may endeavour to obtain money. A native of Brighton ; has enlisted in several regiments. Warrant issued. 47.— Brighton ( Borough).— For embezzlement— WALTER PELHAM HAYWARD, age 30, height 5 ft. 5j in., complexion fair, hair dark brown, moustache ( slight) dark, eyes hazel, bracelet and spray tattooed right wrist, cross on left, scar over right eye. A native of Whitechapel, London. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Terry, Brighton. scar from burn left side of neck ; dress, navy blue jacket, brown trousers and vest with red spots, hard bowler hat, maker " White, Milksham." Supposed tramping towards London. Information to Supt. White, Trowbridge. YORKSHIRE ( NORTH RIDING). 53.— Guisboro' ( County).— For embezzling £ 30 Is. 8d., the moneys of the Northumberland and Durham Miners' Permanent Relief Fund Friendly Society — GEORGE WILLIAMS, alias SIMON PHENOX, age about 50, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., stout, complexion florid, hair reddish brown, and whiskers ( turning grey) bushy, eyes blue ; dress, blue pilot cloth overcoat, grey tweed suit, large mauve muffler, lace boots, black soft felt hat. A native of Hackford, Wymondham, Norfolk. May endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Clarkson, Guisboro'. SUSSEX ( WEST). 48.— Horsham ( County).— For stealing, 9th inst. at Ifield, by breaking a jeweller's window, a red morocco case, lined white velvet, containing about 20 gold wedding and keeper rings, wedding rings marked 24 carat, keepers from 9 to 18 carat— A MAN, age about 30, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion, hair, and whiskers dark, may have his hands cut; dress, long dark coat, black felt hat. Information to Deputy Chief Constable, Henderson, Horsham. WARWICKSHIRE. 49.— Birmingham ( Borough).— For embezzlement — JOSEPH CHRISTOPHER BAYLEY, age 24 or 25 ( looks younger), height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., slight, com- plexion fresh, hair brown, eyes ( full) grey, square shoulders, oval face, sharp chin; dress, brown New- market overcoat, bowler hat, racy appearance. A native of Cardiff; may seek employment as baker. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Farndale, Birming- ham. 50.— Leamington ( Borough).— For stealing, 25th nit, £ 45, and a cheque for £ 1, signed " P. Watson "— JAMES CULVERHOUSE, alias FULLER, and WEST, age 28, slight, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fair, hair ( cut short and thin on top) sandy, mous- tache slight, squints slightly with both eyes, walks somewhat lame ; dress, black cloth jacket with velvet collar, cardigan jacket under, grey trousers, boots cut up in front, black billycock hat. A fishmonger's assistant, but also calls upon drapers and outfitters. Has been previously convicted at Oxford. Is well known at Watford, Herts, Blackpool, and Billingsgate. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Brabner, Leaming- ton. WILTSHIRE. 51.— Malmesbury ( County). — For obtaining £ i 10B.— WILLIAM AMOR, age 36, height 6 ft., com- plexion pale, hair, whiskers, and moustache ( slight) dark ; dress, dark coat and vest, dark striped trousers, dark bowler hat. A cabinet maker ; native of Hull, Yorkshire, where his father resides. Warrant issued. Information to Sapt. Lutfman, Malmesbury. 52.— Trowbridge ( County).— For stealing, 15th inst, at Milksham, a silver Geneva watch and £ 2 10s. gold and silver- A YOUTH, age about 17, height 5 ft 6 in., slight, complexion pale, hair light brown, ( YORKSHIRE ( WEST RIDING). 54.— Pontefract ( County).— For misappropriating £ 25 9s. Id., the moneys of the Income Tax Commis- sioners— GEORGE KING, age about 35, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion dark, hair dark brown, eyes grey, speaks with a peculiar accent; dross, light over coat, dark mixture suit, soft felt hat. A schoolmaster and Income Tax collector ; native of Norfolk. Information to Supt. Whincup, Pontefract. 55.— Sheffield ( Borough).— For obtaining, 7th inst., by false pretences, a bay horse, 8 or 9 years, about 15 hands, off hind foot white, a little white on fore foot, narrow white stripe down face, in good con- dition ; a set of black leather harness, silver- plated mountings ; a Whitechapel dogcart, to carry 4 persons, rather high, door lets down behind, body painted black and lined red stripes, wheels and shafts painted red and lined black, blue cloth cushions ; 2 rugs, one black one side and flowered the other, one brown with red and yellow stripes; and a new whip, red cane handle, brass ferrules— A man, who gave the name of MOORE, age about 18, height 5 ft- 4 or 5 in., com- plexion fair, hair light; dress, brown suit, round hard felt hat. Was accompanied by a woman, age 22 to 24, short, complexion and hair ( frizzled in front) dark ; dress, long black ribbed jacket, brown silk dress, black straw hat with lace veil, carried a fur cape and a small red satchel. Warrant issued. 56.— S h effi e I d ( Borough).— For stealing a quantity of pressed horn handles — GEORGE WILLIAM SCHOFIELD, age 26, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion fair, hair dark brown, moustache sandy ; dress, short light- coloured coat, dark mixture trousers, hard felt hat. A cutler ; native of Sheffield. Is an experienced poultry dresser, and may seek employment at poultry dealers. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Jackson, Sheffield. 57.— Wakefield ( Borough). — For stealing, 4th inst., a grey shooting coat, half worn, bone buttons trousers and vest to match ; 1 pair men's strong lace boots ( nearly new) ; 2 silk handkerchiefs, black- and- white check; 1 black woven Cardigan jacket, one button deficient, buttons on sleeves ; 1 dark brown plaid cap, fastened with string at top ; and 1 striped scarlet muffler— ROBERT GIBSON, age 35, height 5 ft. 7 J in., complexion and hair dark, moustache black, eyes hazel, scar left forearm and little finger ; dress, stolen suit and boots. A groom ; native of Wardley, near Newcastle- upon- Tyne. May be found working in a pit- Was discharged from 2nd Battalion Scots Regiment 11th ult. Information to Chief Constable Clarkson, Wakefield. See Latest Information. centre) light brown, moustache slight, eyes hazel, one front tooth in upper jaw deficient, middle finger right hand stiff, left ankle has been fractured ; dress, Irish frieze coat, 5 pockets outside, 1 inside ( much worn), fustian rest, tweed trousers, cotton neckerchief with figures of horses, clogs. A native of Sheffield ; states he resided at 6, Water- lane, 14 years ago. Information to Major Clayton, Carnarvon, or to Supt. Williams, Conway. SURREY. 60.— Chertsey ( County).— Committed for trial to the next Quarter Sessions at Newington, 8th prox., for housebreaking— JAMES DYER, age 30, height 5 ft. 5J in., complexion sallow, hair and moustache light brown, eyes grey, hip bone deformed, lame right leg, tattooed left arm ; dress, dark coat and vest, light tweed trousers, lace . boots ( high heel to right), hard felt hat. Had in his possession 3 pawntickets— one for an electrifying machine, with J. Towlis, 201a, Cowley- road, Oxford, dated 10th Sept., 1884 ; one for a pair of trousers, with William Pagis, 100, Terminus- road, Eastbourne, dated 9th October, 1884. A native of Canterbury. Information to Supt. Bungard, Chertsey. 61.— Godalming ( Borough).— Remanded till 1st prox. for larceny ( shoplifting)— ALFRED LLOYD, alias WILLIAM STOKES, age 27. height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion pale, hair ( thin), whiskers ( slight) and moustache light. A tramping tailor ; native of Cardiff, Wales. Had in his possession, supposed stolen, 1 i yds. brown tweed, and a pair of military blucher boots ( nearly new). Supposed wanted for other offences. Information to Head Constable Turner, Godalming. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. BRECONSHIRE. 58.— Crickhowell ( County). — Committed for trial to the next Quarter Sessions for obtaining money by false pretences — THOMAS THOMAS, alias THOMAS PHILLIPS and JOHN GRIFFITHS, age 29, height 5 ft. 7 in., slight, complexion fair, hair light brown, eyes light blue, beard about three weeks' growth, aquiline nose, scar on left temple, dot tattooed right hand between thumb and index finger ; dress, coarse brown double- breasted pilot jacket ( faded), blue cloth patch under left arm, moleskin trousers, patched with white calico, double- breasted fancy cloth vest, three buttons each side, blue cloth cap with peak, figured silk band. A native of Dinorwig, Car- narvonshire. Supposed wanted in Glamorganshire and Monmouthshire for similar offences. Information to Supt. Joseph, Crickhowell. WORCESTERSHIRE. 62.— Kidderminster ( Borough).— Committed for trial to the Worcester Quarter Sessions for larceny ( person)— CHARLES SMITH ( supposed false), age 31, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion sallow, hair brown, eyes blue. A native of London.— EDWIN BULL, age 23, height 5 ft. 1 in., complexion pale, hair light brown, eyes blue. A native of Leamington. Information to Chief Constable Ebury, Town Hall, Kidderminster. YORKSHIRE ( NORTH RIDING). 63.— Guisboro' ( County).— Committed for trial to the ensuing Leeds Assizes for burglary— MICHAEL RODDEN, age 28, height 5 ft. 5 in., proportionate build, complexion fair, hair light brown, eyes blue, sharp oval features, high cheek bones, large scar above left elbow, figure of a Chinaman, star, 72, and other indistinct marks tattooed left arm, cross flags, crown and drum right arm, cross flags right wrist; dress, light grey cloth coat and trousers, blue cloth vest, side- spring boots, black hard felt hat ( all old and dirty;. A tramping labourer ; native of Glasgow. Information to Supt. Clarkson, Guisboro'. YORKSHIRE ( WEST RIDING). 64,— Pontefract ( County). — Remanded till 25th inst. for stealing fowls ( recovered) — THOMAS MOORE, age 62, height 5 ft. 7\ in., complexion fresh, hair grey, eyes brown, very sharp features, front teeth deficient, nose and chin almost meet; dress, old velvet coat, soft felt hat. A native of Wakefield. Information to Supt. Whincup, Pontefract. PROPERTY STOLEN. CARNARVONSHIRE. 59.— Conway ( County).— Remanded till 30th inst. for larceny ( person)- WILLIAM KILNER, age 31, height 5 ft. 7i in., complexion fair, hdir ( parted in METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 65.— Central.— 24th ult., in France — 20 Bonds, Town of Lyons, Nos. 569077, 569078, 430105, 066904, 066885, 066886, 066887, 066888, 066889, 066890, 080444, 080445, 080446, 080447 011240, 007192, 007193, 007194, 007195, 007196. It is requested that special steps be taken to warn bankers, money changers, and dealers, against nego- tiating any of these bonds. 66.— K Division.— 22nd inst., by housebreaking, 2 rings— 1 keeper, 18- carat, buckle pattern, 1 dress, blue enamelled ; 1 long chain, secret link pattern, smaH plain oval locket attached ( all gold); 2 brooches— 1 oval cameo, gold mounted, figure of a girl and tree thereon, 1 small silver oval shape, floral design ; 2 small silver crosses ; several small silver French medals of saints, inscriptions in French thereon ; a portion of a silver buckle ; a small leather case, containing a set of plain gold studs and solitaires ; 1 coral stud, gold mounted, slightly bent; 1 silver dessert clasp knife, pearl handle, blade scratched. 67.— P Division.— 22nd inst., by housebreaking— 8 gold rings, 2 hoop ( one 5 diamonds, one 5 garnets), 3 cluster ( one rubies and pearls, intermixed, 2 emerald), 2 keepers, 1 wedding ( worn), 8 brooches, 3 gold ( one large oval, photo of a female one side, hair the other, one small oval, white cornelian stone, sprig, and forget- me- not in turquoise stones, one amethyst, old- faehioned), 5 silver ( one small horseshoe, butterfly ia FRIDAY, MARCH 27, 1885. T H E POLI'JK GAZETTE. centre, one star, one round, crystal stones, two gold, washed); 5 pairs earrings, 3 gold ( one large link pattern, one round, crystal stones, one French pattern), 1 imitation gold ( coral centre, circled with pearls), 1 silver ( round pattern) ; 1 knife, 1 spoon, 1 fork, chased handles ; 1 fruit knife, pearl handle, shut up, all silver ; 3 necklets, 1 gold, round links, three rows of chain, black enamelled locket," In Memory of," photo of female and hair therein attached, bracelet to match, 2 silver, one three rows of chain ( Japanese locket, silver coloured flowers, attached), one link pattern ; I locket, blue enamel, male photo thereon ; 3 bracelets, two imitation gold, on curb pattern ( band engraved flowers) ; 1 silver band, ivy leaves engraved thereon ; 1 pair silver solitaires ; 1 gold English lever watch, " Watson, King- street, Cheapside," on works, long gold curb pattern guard attached ; a bunch of gold seals, one key ( white one side), one red amber, one small amber ; 1 small pencil case, turquoise ends; 1 small locket, grey hair therein. 68.— R Division.— » 22nd inst., by housebreaking, 2 watches, 1 large, I small, both silver; a gold albert, curb pattern, seal with red stone attached ; 1 silver ditto, locket, with birds one side, diamonds and square the other, attached ; 1 gold ditto, a key and pencil attached ; 1 small silver chain, coins and small silver drum attached ; 1 pair silver filigree earrings, brooch to match ; 1 pair round ditto, knob in centre ; a small gold ditto, knob in centre; a plum colour French merino dress, and £ 2 10s gold. 69.— V Division.— 15th inst., by housebreaking, a past master's gold jewel, " Brownrigg Lodge " on top bar, " 1638" on bottom bar, " Presented to H. W. Linton by he members of the Brownrigg Lodge, 1638, in appreciation of the efficient manner in which he performed the duties of W. M. during the year of 1870 " engraved thereon ; a mason's gold mark jewel, glass front and back, " Brother H W. Linton, served as steward to R. M. Institute, girl's school, 1880," en graved on edge ; a founder's gold jewel on Sir Charles Wright's Lodge ; a pursuvient gold jewel for province of Surrey ; a mark mason's gold jewel ; a steward's jewel bearing Earl of Zetland's arms ; 3 long silver neckchains, small link pattern ; 2 silver brooches ( one oval, one square) ; 2 silver lockets, chased; 1 silver brooch, earrings to match, two white stones in centre ; £ 49 gold and silver. 70.— Y Division.— 22nd inst., by housebreaking, a silver lever watch, inscription " Presented to Jane Eld, by Mr. and Mrs. Edwards, as a mark of esteem for her constant kindness to their children, 1849," " J. E." on back ; a lady's gold guard, link pattern, plain gold locket attached ; 1 silver bracelet, buckle pattern ; 2 silver tea- spoons ; 1 silver thimble ; 3 plated dessert- spoons, marked " A. F." ; 8 plated forks ( four large, four small), marked " A. F." ; 1 brass Indian ornament; 1 tortoiseshell card case, " M. E. F." there- on ; 1 gent's light brown overcoat, check lining ; 2 black serge walking coats, " J. W. Gaze, Fleet street," on tabs ; a pocket- book, containing members' tickets ( Highgate Institute, ditto the London Central Club), also a first- class season ticket ( Midland Railway, from Holloway to Farringdon- street) in name of Arthur Faulkner. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, Great Scotland Yard, London, S. W. CHESHIRE. 71.— Birkenhead ( County).— 22nd inst., by house- breaking, at Bebington— I old double- cased silver Geneva watch, glass deficient, seconds hand missing, marked " Fine silver," inside case ; 1 pair lambswool stockings, marked " M. H." ; 1 fine brown cloth single- breasted overcoat, brown velvet collar, fly front, pocket on hips, ticket ditto, one inside left breast, cloth covered buttons ; 1 light coloured leather strap, 1 fine black cloth double- breasted jacket, black velvet collar, very broad in front, cloth covered buttons ; 1 pair blue flannel drawers, home made ; a man's pink coloured shirt, wrist bands much worn. Supposed by a tramp, as a pair of old green cord trousers, patched with brown cord were left behind. Information to Chief Supt. Egerton, Birkenhead. 72. — Middlewich ( County). — 24th inst. by burglary at Croxton— 1 black cloth pilot overcoat, black bone buttons, sleeves lengthened ; 1 pair men's lace boots, brass eyelet holes and hooks, heel plate of one deficient; 1 pair children's button boots, 3 men's shirts, one black and white, one scotch plaid, one red, brown, and white ; a woman's black cloth Jersey jacket, pockets with flaps on hips, black buttons ; a man's pepper and salt mixture jacket and vest ( partly worn), speckled buttons ; 2 pairs twill cotton sheets, one repaired at end ; 3 pairs knitted cotton window blinds ( long) ; 1 calico sheet, darned in centre; 3 linen fronts, stand up pattern ; 1 white flannel petti- coat, 1 linsey ditto, 1 pair of children's drawers, tape work at bottom ; 3 white diaper towels, 1 pair of spectacles, and I tin tobacco box. Information to Supt. Hindey, Middlewich. CUMBERLAND. 73— Penrith ( Coxmty).— 14th ult., at Kirkoswald, a silver lever watch, No. 9178, plain back, white dial, " J. H. Mercer," thereon, flat crystal glass, gold or composition hands, short steel albert chain curb pattern attached ; a plain brown leather purse, con- taining a half- sovereign and 2 half- crowns ; 2 pocket- knives, one with two blades ( little blade broken), black wood handle, brass at both ends ; the other, one blade, brown buck- horn handle. 74.— Penrith ( County).— 16th or 17th inst., by shopbreaking, a hind- quarter of pork, weight about 49 lbs.; 2 sheep- plucks, and a bullock's heart. Information to Supt. Fowler, Penrith. 75.— Whitehaven { County). — 16th inst., at Waberthwaite, near Bootle, two £ 100 Bank of England notes, Nos. 52 m 62157, and ^- M 91233 ; one £ 20 note on a Birmingham Bank, No. 92879 or 92850, dated 20th May, 1882. It is requested that inquiry be made at banks, hotels, & c. Information to Supt. Thornburrow, Whitehaven. dress, long overcoat with fur collar, cap with flap tied over crown, spoke with an English accent; 2nd, shorter than 1st. Both drove off towards Glasgow with a pony 13 hands and low dog- cart. Five brace or drill- bits made of strong cast- steel ( 4 appear to be home- made), a lj- inch chisel, " Thos. Ibbetson and Co., cast- steel," marked on blade, and a small cotton bag were left behind. Information to Chief Inspector Carmichael, Chief Constable's Office, Hamilton. DERBYSHIRE. 76.— Woodville ( County).— 20th inst., by burglary at Could well— a ladys'gold Geneva watch chased, lump on back of case near or over keyhole, number unknown ; 3 gold rings— one thick wedding, one chased keeper, one a lady's set 5 red stones; 1 silver ring ( broken1, set 5 or 6 blue coloured stones ( one deficient) ; 1 large gold- plated oval brooch, set with large red coloured polished pebble; 1 pair gold- plated ear- drops ; 1 small silver sliding pencil- case, chased, about 12 in. long ; 1 lion shilling ; 1 new florin, date 1878 or 1879 ; about a dozen old copper coins ; 1 bronze medal with fleet of ships one side, on the other thr3e warriors, viz., Vernon, Wentworth, and another; 1 pepper- and- salt mixture single- breasted, cloth coat ( faded), pockets on hips, two inside ditto, one inside left breast, two buttons behind partly worn; 1 pair brown leather driving gloves, lined lambswool; 1 pair spectacles in polished oak case ; 1 grey cloth cap with peak, small rent near crown ; 1 clothes- brush, rosewood back, black bristles ; 1 bottle port wine ; 1 white coarse apron, strings broken; and a Gloucester Standard newspaper. Information to Supt. Sims, Woodville, Burton- on- Trent. 77.— Derby ( Borough).— 2nd inst., a lady's silver Geneva watch, silver dial, black hands, No. 53298 ; a silver Geneva ditto, white dial, cracked, glass broken, hands and seconds ditto deficient, " Armand, Geneve," on dial, No. 58827. Information to Lieut.- Col. Delacombe, Chief Con- stable, Derby. DEVONSHIRE. £ 2 REWARD. 78.— Chudleigh ( County).— 17th ult., at Teign- mouth, a gold English lever watch, No. 9727, gold dial, long steel chain, with florin, sixpence, gold locket ( shape of a book), small gold pencil case, and small gold seal, set green stone attached. The above reward will be paid by Mr. W. R. King, Teignmouth, for the apprehension and conviction of the thief or thieves and recovery of the property. Information to Supt. Moore, Chudleigh. DORSETSHIRE. 79.— Dorchester ( County).— 9th inst., at Maide newton Fair, a canvas bag containing a £ 5 Bank of England note, No. unknown, a cheque for £ 5 on Messrs. Eliot and Pearce's Bank, Dorchester, drawn by Norman and endorsed T. Fox, and about £ 7 in gold— Sup- posed by FOUR MEN, who took train for Bristol same day ; 1st, age 50 to 60, height 5 ft. 8 in., very stout, hair and whiskers ( supposed false) dark, appearance of a dealer ; dress, yellowish brown coat ( piece let in at back). Is well known in the West of England as Old Joe ; 2nd, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 6 in., stout, red face ; dress, dark suit, boots with cloth uppers, wears a large ring on little finger left hand; 3rd, age 30 to 40; dress, dark coat; 4 th, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion dark ; dress, dark suit, round felt hat. Information to Supt. Gate, Dorchester. HERTFORDSHIRE. 80.— Hertford ( Borough).— 23rd inst., a diamond cluster ring, composed of 16 stones ( one much dis- coloured), set in shape of a diamond. Information to Head Constable Jarrett, Hertford. LANARKSHIRE. 81.— H amilton ( County).— Between 16th and 17th inst., by removing and breaking open a safe by drill- ing 5 holes through the lock, at the Caledonian Rail- way station, Uddingston, £ 24 lis. 7jd., consisting of one £ 5 and three £ 1 Bank of Scotland notes, numbers unknown ; two sovereigns and two half- sovereigns in gold, and £ 13 lis. 7Jd. ia silver and bronze ; 2 small umbrellas, one with bamboo handle, one dark plain handle, well worn ; 4 door keys, large ; a gent's brown grey waterproof, small tear in one of the pockets, three buttons off' breast, pockets on hips and breast— Supposed by TWO MEN, 1st, answered to the name of " JIM," age about 27 height 5 ft. 11 in., moustache dark ; LANCASHIRE. 82.— Bolton ( County). — Between 15th and 21st inst., at Westhoughton— a lady's gold Geneva watch, No. 195029, gild dial, case engraved with circle and wreath of blue enamel, with long gold guard, round link pattern attached, and£ 2 13s 6d., consisting of 5 new half crowns, 1 new shilling, 1 sovereign and 2 half sovereigns. Information to Supt. Holland, Bolton. £ 10 REWARD. 83.— Prescot ( County).— 20th inst., at Wavertree, a lady's double- cased gold watch, frosted pattern, blue enamelled garter one side, elaborated face, No. 10625 with gold cable- pattern chain, hook at one end, seaj shape of a lion, bloodstone one side, blue pink onyx the other, attached ; 1 gold bracelet, flexible pattern ; 1 gold ohain, basket pattern, half- an- inch wide, with large gold locket, blue and pink enamel, initials H. I. attached ; 1 gold enamelled brooch, shape of a fly ; 1 small gold brooch, Indian painting on ivory, set in gold, bead mount; 1 black onyx brooch, key pattern, set in gold, black enamelled; a gent's gold sleeve link, crest, figure of a man one side, W. I. the other. Information to Supt. Barker, Prescot, by whom the above reward will be paid for the apprehension and conviction of the thief or thieves and recovery of the property. 84.— Prescot ( County)— 20th inst., at Wavertree, 2 pinafores, 2 small calico chemises, 1 pair man's calico drawers, 1 flannel petticoat, a man's calico shirt, 1 white flannel singlet, 1 blue and white print skirt, and 1 wincey frock. 85.— Prescot ( County).— 20th inst., at Wavertree, £ 1 10s. in gold, 1 black silk skirt with 3 flounces, a woman's tight fitting black- flowered velvet jacket, black bone buttons down front, trimmed black lace, 6 common knives and forks, white bone handles, and 1 common painted chair. 86.— Prescot ( County).— 21st inst., at Wavertree, 5 tins of lunch tongues, 3 ditto roast beef, 2 ditto Colman's mustard, and 6 small pots of black currant preserves. Information to Supt. Barker, Prescot. LINCOLNSHIRE. £ 2 REWARD. 87.— Sleaford ( County).— Since 20th October last at Fulbeck Hall, 1 dozen silver tablespoons, plain pattern, crest— a bull's head set on a crown; one of the spoons has been dented and filled in near end of bowl. It is requested that inquiry be made at pawnbrokers, jewellers, & c. Information to Supt. Richdale, Sleaford, by whom the above reward will be paid for the apprehension and conviction of the thief or thieves and recovery of the property. 88.— Boston ( Borough).— Between 1st and 7th inst., from the Red Lion Hotel, Boston, a pair of single dark brown driving reins, half worn, covered buckles, and brass tongues, one end has 8 or 9 buckle holes. 89 Boston ( Borough).— 16th inst., a grey horse- rug, half worn, 3 or 4 red stripes about 2 in. wide round border. Information to Head Constable Bellamy, Boston. SHROPSHIRE. 90.— Ludlow ( Borough).— Bet ween 6th and 7th inst., a cash- box, containing about £ 100 in gold and Bank of England notes, one supposed No. 8S- s 82875, 21st February, 1885 ; e7- s 64345, 28th February, 1885 ; or "- s 64346, 28th Febmary, 1885 ; and about £ 160 in promissory notes. It is requested that inquiry be made at banks, & c. Information to Supt. Brooks, Ludlow. STAFFORDSHIRE, 91.— Brierley Hill ( County). — 9th inst., by burglary at Black Heath, a lady's gold lever watch, cracked dial, steel hands, maker " Morris, Birming- ham "; 1 long gold chain, plain links, with gold ring and spring key attached; 1 small leather casei lined blue silk velvet; 1 gold brooch, 18 carat, set rubies; 1 pair gold earrings to match; 1 diamond signet ring ; 1 gold ring, set pearls and rubies ; 1 ditto, set pearls and emeralds; 1 18- carat gold ditto, set seven small diamonds ; 2 gold bracelets, snake patterns; about £ 29 gold and 23s. silver— Supposed by TWO MEN, 1st, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fair, moustache ( slight) light; dress, loose light clotk jacket, trousers and vest, dark round felt hat; 2nd, age about 3i, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., com 8 T H E POLICE GAZETTE. FJJ IDAY, MARCH 27, 1885. plexion and moustache ( heavy) dark ; dress, long dark overcoat, buttoned up to throat, soft felt hat, slouched over his eyes. Information to Supt. Woollaston, Brierley Hill. STIRLINGSHIRE. 92.— Stirling ( Burgh),— 16th or 17th inst., by housebreaking, 6 lady's black leather handbags, square, white metal mountings, n& me plate on side ; and a box of white cotton lace trimmings. Information to Supt. Ferguson, Stirling. SUSSEX ( EAST). 93.— Lewes ( County).— 29th inst., by burglary, a | plate gold lever watch, No. 1881, maker, " Franchani Gracechurch- street, London," steel chain, with locket and a tortoiseshell cigar cutter attached ; 2 pairs gold spectacles, one in tortoiseshell case, one in leather ease ; and a small magnifying glass. Information to Supt. Osbon, Lewes. £ 5 REWARD. 94.— Brighton ( Borough).— 18th inst., 1 coloured gold brooch, oblong shape, raised knob in centre, box with plait of hair at back ; 1 pair large coloured gold earrings with movable oval drop surrounded by frame ; 1 coloured gold albert chain, open curb pat tern, with chased gold cross, set pinx corals, " Birch's American coloured' gold key to fit any watch, and small gold locket, with portrait of a gentleman, and en graved " A. Furse," attached ; 1 9- carat small Belcher pattern long gold chain, with bright gold American key ( Birch's) ancl bright gold locket, with portrait of a lady, engraved " A. Furse," blue enamel one side ; large bright gold locket set pearls, portrait of a young gentleman and device of hair inside ; 1 stout gold twisted brooch, flat front, slightly engraved ; 1 9- carat gold bracelet, engraved half way round, plain the other half; 1 silver gilt snake bracelet, head set with few red stones ( very yellow) ; 1 gilt buckle bracelet ( plain) about 1 in. wide ; 1 silver Maltese grey Scotch pebble brooch ; 1 15- carat lady's fancy ring, set 3 garnets and 2 aqua marines; 1 15- carat cluster ring set emeralds and other stones ; 1 15- carat round coloured gold mourning brooch, striped onyx centre, black enamel wreath near edge, box at back with device hair work ; I pair silver gilt coin earrings ( William, King of Hol- land) ; 1 pair crescent jet earrings, with gold tops ; 1 silver- plated lozenge- box, " A. F." engraved on lid ; Morocco watch- case, lined with velvet ; 1 pair gold links, set with Mosaic, in case ; 1 enamelled ( colours various) 2s piece brooch ; 1 small gold 9- carat en- graved twist brooch. Information to Chief Constable Terry, Brighton, by whom the above reward will be paid for the apprehen- sion and conviction of the thief or thieves, and recovery of the property, or in proportion to the amount re- covered. Worcester, or to Supt. Stanton, Great Witley, near Stourport. 97.— Kidderminster ( Borough).— 14th inst., large open - face gold keyless watch, white dial centre seconds, ornamental rim, plain smooth case monogram, " W. H. S." on back; 1 silver English lever, No. 51498, maker, Kendal and Dent, London 1 do. do., cases worn, " \ v. A. K.- TffBff" on back, NcNees, Edinburgh, on plate inside. Information to Chief Constable Ebury, Town Hali, Kidderminster. WARWICKSHIRE. £ 15 15s REWARD. 95.— Acocks Green ( County'. — 15th inst., by burglary at Maxstoke, a brown leather purse, contain- ing £ 6 gold ; 4 silver tea- spoons ; 3 small silver dessert knives with ivory handles ; 2 silver plate holders; 6 large plated dinner forks ; 6 small plated forks— all marked A in old English— a small wicker plate basket, and 7 keys. The above reward will be paid, £ 10 10s by the Society for the Conviction of Offenders, and £ 5 5s by Mr. John Arnold, for the apprehension and conviction of the thief or thieves, and recovery of the property, or in proportion to the amount recovered. Information to Supt. Yardley, Acocks Green. WORCESTERSHIRE. 90.—' Worcester ( County).— 8th inst., by burglary, at Waresley House, near Kidderminster, £ 82, chiefly in £ 5 Bank of England notes, some stamped " Stour- port " in violet ink, supposed to have a number written in one corner, 2 crown pieces, and about 20 threepenny- pieces ; a gent's open- face gold lever stop- watch, engine- turned cases, maker " Roskell, Liverpool," crest— a demi- lion holding a shell inpawengraved on back, value £ 50; an old- fashioned double- cased lever ditto; a bloodstone box, 3 inches by 2j, ormolu settings; 2 silver tea- spoons, cross and crown engraved on handles; an old fashioned silver pencil- case, with cedar pencil; a six- chambered revolver, a gold ring with two old- fashioned seals ( one broken) and a bottle of sherry. Supposed by THREE MEN; 1st, age about 40, height 5 ft. 8 in., medium build, rough voice j dress, light grey or brown overcoat; 2nd, age about 24, height 5 ft. 0 or 7 in., slight, complexion fresh, hair and moustache light brown ; dress, dust colour overcoat; 3rd, age about 30, height 5 ft. 6 in., com- plexion, beard, and moustache dark, thin face ; dress, long dark overcoat, soft, light- coloured felt hat. A small dark lantern and a well- finished instrument for opening windows were left behind. One ' of the burglars received a blow on side of head and face from a stick. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Checketts, YORKSHIRE ( NORTH RIDING). 98.— Middlesbrough ( County).— 18th inst., by shopbreaking, 1 new single- breasted tweed morning coat, size 5, small dark olive, brown, and black check, pockets behind, brown Italian cloth lining, with vest to match, lined light- coloured striped selecia ; 1 black worsted cord jacket ( new), size 5, rather coarse make, bound braid, Italian cloth lining, 3 pockets and ticket ditto outside, with vest to match, lined light coloured striped selecia. Information to Chief Constable Ashe, Middles- brough. See Latest Information. ANIMALS, ETC., STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 99.— N Division.— 16th inst, a bay gelding, 14J hands, rising 6 years, black points, long mane and tail, spavin on near hind leg, no shoes on hind feet, rough coat. 100,— P Division— 11th inst., a bay horse pony, 4 years old, 13 hands, rough coat, black points, tail has been docked but slightly switched, no shoes, in good condition. 101.— W Division — 3rd inst., a bay mare, 15 hands, 5 years old, bang tail, oft' fore foot larger than near foot, off hind leg white, blaze on forehead. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, Great Scotland Yard, London, S. W. LATEST INFORMATION. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 110— H Division— For obtaining, 20th inst., by means of a false cheque, City Bank, for £ 43 8s. 4d., 6 chests of tea, each 100 lbs. ( one marked " 85 9640 Orwell 30," one " 84 10275 445 J. C. T. L. S. Assam 107 and cross," one " 84 7909 B. D. C. C. 498 3 24," one " 84 10275 442 J. C. T. L. S. Assam 1010." one " 104 Geetizy 84 S. ( in diamond) Doyeeling 10092 166," one " 84 9908 B. and Co. ( in diamond) Singla 534 1010); and a box of tea, 20 lbs., marked " Packling M ( in diamond; 3 Wing Sing 1884," value £ 43— TWO MEN, 1st, age 23, height 5 ft. in., fair, no whiskers ; dress, light brown short overcoat ( raised seams), blue trousers, side- spring boots, smart appearance ; 2nd, age 27, height 5 ft. 9 in., dark, small dark moustache ; dress, dark blue overcoat, round black felt hat, appearance of a carman. Had with them a small dark brown pony and four- wheeled spring van. May endeavour to dispose of the tea at small shops. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, Great Scotland Yard, London, S. W. LANCASHIRE. 111.— Salford ( Borough).— For shopbreaking — CHRISTOPHER THOMAS, alias JONES, age about 19, height 5 ft. 3} in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, long chin, scar left elbow ; dress, dark tweed jacket and vest, dark corduroy trousers, white mufHer, lace clogs with pointed toes, soft hat. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Salford. CUMBERLAND. 102.— Penrith ( County).— Between 20th and 21st inst., at Bridge End, near Wreay— 1 buff Cochin cockerell and 1 buff Cochin hen, 2 years old. Sup pc « ed taken for breeding purposes. 103.— Penrith ( Comity).— Between 10th or 11th inst., 5 hens, two brown Leghofns ( prize breed), two black half- bred Plymouth Rock ( one single comb, one double), one speckled half- bred between Plymouth Rock and white Leghorn. Information to Supt. Fowler, Penrith. HEREFORDSHIRE, 104,— Ross ( County).— 15th inst., at Goodrich, a dark brown mare pony, 3 years old, 13 hands, long tail, star on forehead, hair rubbed offsides. Information to Supt. Smith, Ross. MISCELLANEOUS. CAUTIONS. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 105.— The attention of Police is directed to an inde- cent exhibition, which was recently closed in London on the proprietor being warned by Police that pro- ceedings would be taken against him. It consists in the exhibition of JOSEPH CAREY MERRICK, age 25, the subject of great deformities ancl known as the " Man Elephant." It is believed the proprietor intends to open this ex- hibition in the neighbourhood of Manchester, and it is specially requested that if seen in the provinces every endeavour may be used to put the law in force against him. APPREHENSIONS. 106,— Cornwall, Helston ( County).— ROWLAND BRANDON, Case No. 9, 20th inst., at Plymouth. 107.— Lancashire, Accrington ( Bor< yugh).-&\ i- pervisee THOMAS SCULLEY, Office No. 21775, see Gazette, the 2nd January last. 108.— Lancashire, Salford ( Borough). — WIL- LIAM MURPHY and PATRICK GRANT, Case No. 21, 20th inst. 109 — W i 11 s h i r e, Chippenham [ County).— CHARLES PROVIS, Case No. 50, 13th March. SUSSEX ( WEST). 112.— Worthing ( County). — For stealing, 26th inst., a japanned cash box, gold stripes, containing £ 23 gold, a long silk purse with £ 2 silver ( half crowns one end, florins the other), and a George III. half- penny— A MAN, age about 35, complexion fair, hair, moustache and side whiskers light brown; dress, black overcoat and trousers, black hard felt hat. Information to Supt. Silvester, Worthing. . t. ~ . — < * « ~ — » . + • m — PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 113.— C Division.— 20th inst., a silver casket se- cured to a marble slab, height 1 H in., length 201 in. width 14 in., lid in form of a gold lion lying on frosted silver rocks with gold tracing underneath ; front Representing a famine camp, the back a Hindoo and a Mahommedan school; at each end are two goddesses standing on cobras with 5 heads, forming a canopy above the heads of the figures ; Car- michael coatof- arms at one end, with motto " Toujours Prest" at the other end, in a similar position; initials " S. M. C." fixed into slab; and surrounding the casket are gold railings; gold elephants at bottom ; the sides of - slab are palm trees with procession of elephants marching to a mosque ; in front of the slab is the following inscription—" Mrs. D. F. Carmichael, from her native lady friends, a mark of their high appreciation of the active interest taken by her in the education and social advancement of - tfomen in Southern India." The designs are silver repoussS ; at each corner of slab is a gold lizard, and 4 gold bulls form the feet; Indian workmanship. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, Great Scotland Yard, London, S. W. SHROPSHIRE. 114.— Church Stretton ( County).— 15th inst., at Gravell Hill, Ludlow, a silver Geneva watch, plain white dial, dirty inside cases, with common cotton guard, and key attached— Supposed by a MAN, age 21 or 22, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., clean shaved, long features, Roman nose ; dress, long brown overcoat, brownish- grey coat and vest, brown hard felt hat. A hairdresser ; booked 16th inst., from Ludlow to New- street Station, Birmingham ; parents keep a second- hand clothes shop at Benacre- street, Gooch- street Birmingham. Information to Supt. Caswell, Church Stretton. FRIDAY, MARCH 2 7 , 1885. T H E P O L I ' J K G A Z E T T E. To Make a Rich Plum Cake : Take i lb. of butter and £ lb. of white sifted augar, beat these with the hand well together to a cream, add four eggs, one at a timet and well beat each one with the butter and sugar, lightly mix in 1 lb. of flour previously mixed with one teaspoonful of Borwick's Gold Medal Baking Powder, then lightly mix with the whole £ lb. of sultanas, bake at once, thoroughly. TADDY'S HIGH- CLASS TOBACCOS. ALL SMOKERS SHOULD TRY TADDY'S UNRIVALLED MYRTLE GROYE. DELICIOUS, COOL SMOKING. Of all leading Tobacconists, in 2- ounce and 4- ounce Packets. LONDON: ESTABLISHED 130 YEARS. IN the High Court of Justice, Chancery Division.— Re Thatcher ; Walker v. Hamlin, 1881. T. No. 376.— MARY THATCHER, deceased, daughter of John Thatcher and Anne Ford, or Foord, for- merly of Wrington, in the county of Somerset. The children ( if any) of the above- named Mary Thatcher, are requested to apply to the undersigned. The said Mary Thatcher left her home, at Wrington aforesaid, in or about the year 1815, and has not been heard of for upwards of 50 years. Her children, living on the 7th of June, 1879, would ( if any) be entitled to share in a large sum of money belonging to the estate of William Thatcher, de- ceased, formerly of Scar Farm, Redbill, Wrington, in the county of Somerset. Apply to W. E. Perham, Solicitor, 5, Exchange, Bristol. M ISSING from Home, JOHN ROBIN- SON, 14 years of age, fresh com- plexion, blue eyes, light brown hair; dressed in dark mixture trousers, black worsted jacket, vest, and overcoat, round cap, and elastic- sided boots. Information to be given to CHARLES POLE, Chief Constable, Halifax. TO HAWKERS. in WITNEY, Hawker, travelling with * van, with his wife and son, selling carpets, & c., is asked to communicate with « G. V.," 17, Westgate, Shipley. Anyone sending their present address will receive <£ 5 REWARD. THE POLICE WATC: AS SUPPLIED TO NEARLY iTVERY FORCE IN THE UNITED >, KINGDOM. ALSO SUITABLE FOB THE ARMY AND RAILWAY SERVICES. The above Watch is an excellent Timekeeper, made expressly for the Bervice, with horizontal escapement, enamel dial, extra jewelled, highly finished strong works, thick crystal glass, massive silver cases, & c., at £ 2 15s. Detailed Price Lists of Watches, Chains, & c., together with Testimonials as to oaoellence of Workmanship, sent post free on application to H. J. N ORRIS ( Son of the Head Constable), Watch Manufacturer and Jeweller, 33, HERTFORD STREET, COVENTRY. Av. goods sent Free and Safe by Registered Post without risk to the Purchaser. WATCHES, JEWELLERY, & c., OF EVERY DESCRIPTION, REPAIRED AS NEW. H. J. NORTHS'S Official Timekeeper at £ 5 10s. is a High- class Silver Watch made expressly for the Army, Police, and Railway Services; it is of unusual strength, constructed for rough usage and sudden changes of the weather. N. B.— It is not generally known that Coventry is the Largest Watch Manufacturing District in the United Kingdom, supplying the London Trade and Foreign Markets with Thousands of Watches annually, there being employed in this Trade upwards of 6,000 persons, enabling Coventry to make Watches on the most approved, best, and newest principles, at the lowest possible cost. TO THE OFFICERS & MEMBERS OF THE POLICE FORCES. GENTLKJIEN,— We now Manufacture and supply the following articles to the Police Forces of the United Kingdom on a day's notice per Parcels Po6t:— Catalogue.—" STANDARD SHIRT," in blue and grey colours, 6s. 6d. each. Extra Large " Standard Shirt," withfour rows of Crewel Silk and Crown and Rose artistically embroidered on breast of each, 7s. The body of this marvellous shirt will fit men of a gigantic stature, and is 44 inches in length. Fancy Check and Striped Tweed Shirts, 4s. 6d., 4s. 9d., 5s., and 6s. 6d. each. These are splendid shirts both in appearance and wear, and extra large in size. " Royal Irish. Lambskin Drawers," 4s. per pair. Extra large ditto, and double- seated 4s. 6d. per pair. Patent Waterproof Cuffs, Is. 6d. per pair. Patent Waterproof Collars, all sizes and shapes, Is. each. These wonderful inventions require no washing whatever, and are very suitable for men going on leave of absence. Large Linen Handkerchiefs, 6d. each. Extra Superfine Linen Handkerchiefs, 8} d. each. Pure Linen Bath Towels, spongey make, Is. 8d. each. Extra Large Sponge Towels, Turkish make, 2s. each. All Pure Flax. Extra Long Elastic Braces, Is. 6d. per pair. Red Worsted Braces, 38 aud 40 inches lon#, on a new and improved principle, for wear with uniform, 26. 4d. per pair. These braces are much appreciated for strength, comfort, and long wear. Knit Socks, Is. 3d., Is. 6d., and Is. Sd. per pair. Very durable in wear. I am daily receiving letters from both English, Irish, and Scotch Forces acknowledging the marked superiority of my Manufactures. INSPECTOR PEABCE writes from Wakefield, under date of 4th ult., saying that he is confident, although stationed in the centre of the greatest woollen manufacturing country in the world, neither he nor his friends could (~ the price. He promises " East Grinsted, " Standard Shirts." Quality and fit speak for themselves. I shall exhibit them to my comrades, and feel sure you will get orders from this part of the globe. Make use of my opinion if you think fit. " To Mr. J. Hickland, 6 and 7, Kent- street, Belfast." GEO. BEBEY, Supt. and D. C. C. INSTRUCTIONS TO PURCHASERS. When ordering shirts please state width of neck and length of arm, also say whether a wool or satin neck- band is preferred. For drawers give width of waist and length of leg ( inside). Please make P. O. O. payable to JAMES HICXLAJTD AJTD CO., at General Post Office, Belfast. Gentlemen,— Finally, I ask but one trial order, and that you will dome the favour of letting your friends and comrades see my renowned manufactures.— I am, Gentlemen, yours very faithfully, JAMES HICKLAND, Royal Irish Constabulary & Police Contractor and Manufacturer, KENT STREET, ROYAL AVENUE, BELFAST. ADVERTISEMENTS INSERTED IN ALL LONDON, PROVINCIAL & FOREIGN NEWSPAPERS, RAILWAY TIME- TABLES, THEATRE PROGRAMMES, MAGAZINES, PERIODICALS, & c., & c., & c. Exceptional Terms for a Series. CONTRACTORS FOR THE SPECIAL CORNER POSITIONS ON PAGES 2, 3 & 6, of " THE GLOBE.'' ALSO THE SPECIAL CORNERS OF THE " EVENING STANDARD." W ILLING' 8, 125, STRAND, LONDON, W. C. Sole Agent for Advertisements, JAMES WILLING, 125, STKAND, LONDON. To whom all communications respectittg Advertisements must be addressed 156 T H E POLICE GAZETTE. FJJ IDAY, MARCH 27, 1885. SPIERS & POND'S CRITERION REGENT CIRCUS, PICCADILLY, LONDON. Sold Everywhere. M" UinTM Y MOLDSSJ THE ONLY CERTAIN CURE FOR " GOUT." BEWARE OF IMITATIONS. OF ALL CHEMISTS. TUB FAMILY DOCTOR And People's Medical Adviser. Weekly Id., by post l » d., Monthly Parts 6d., by post 7d. This Journal will be devoted to the care of all diseases, the preservation of health, bodily development, the laws of life, & e. The First Number will be published on SATUBDAY, MARCH 7TH, and will contain— Eminent Medical Men. No. 1 ( with Portrait) Dictionary of Diseases Anatomy of the Human Frame Why the Shoe Finchea ( witk diagrams of the foot) Extraordinary Births ( the double- headed child). Illustrated. Horsing the Sick Chat about Doctors and Physic Medical Notes and Queries Mospital Practice Gleanings- British and Foreign Receipts for the Toilet \ The Hair, Skin, and Teeth Tales Worth Telling, from the Note- book of a Surgeon. ( Illustrated'. What to Eat, Drink and Avoid Golden Bules for the Preservation of Health How to Bear a Family, Stc., & c. London: G. PURKESS. Office— 286, STRAND. Crown 8vo, Masonic Cloth, Lettered, 3s. 6d. ( by post, 3s. 9d.). May be had from either Author or Publisher, or from the Tylers of Lodges. ips from a Rough Ashlar. DISCOURSE ON THE RITUAL & CEREMONIAL OF FREEMASONRY. BY ... BRO. JAMES STEVENS, P. M., P. Z., CLAPHAM, S. W. " Ought to be in the hands of every Mason." " Useful and valuable in the highest degree." BRO. RICHARD TILLING, PUBLISHER, 55, WARNER STREET, GREAT DOVER STREET, S. E. CALEDONIAN HOTEL, ADELPHI TERRACE, STRAND, LONDON, W. C. Proprietor H. ECCLES ( Late Superintendent X Division Metropolitan Police). This old- established Hotel, quietly and very pleasantly situated, is close to Charing Cross and the Royal Courts of Justice. Police Officers and Witnesses coming to London will find a comfortable home on most reasonable terms. YOUR MONOGRAM in Indiarubber, Is. Your name in full, Is. 4d. Box, Pad, and Marking Ink included. Send for catalogue. - AGENTS WANTED. H. C. IRETON AND CO., 92, GBACECHURCH STREET. LONDON BLAIR'S GOUT PILLS. THE GBEAT REMEDY FOB GOUT AND RHEUMATISM. Tho excruciating pain is quiokly relieved and cured in a few days by this celebrated Medicine. These Pills require no restraint of diet during their use, and are certain to prevent the disease attacking any vital part. Sold by all Chemists at Is. ljd. and 2s. 9d. per box. GOD'S RULES FOR CHRISTIAN LIVING. " Let all things be done with charity."— 1 Cor. xvi. 13. " Above all things have fervent charity."— 1 Pet. iv. 8. " Let all things be done unto edifying."— 1 Cor. xiv. 26. " Let all things be done decently and in order."— 1 Cor. xiv. 40. " All things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them."— Matt. vii. 12. " Do all things without murmurings and disputings." — Phil. ii. 14. " Giving thanks always for all things unto God."— Eph. v. 20. " In all things showing thyself a pattern of good works."— Tit. ii. 7. " Adorn the doctrine of God our Saviour in all things."— Tit. ii. 10. " Be obedient in all things."— 2 Cor. ii. 9. " Endure all things."— 2 Tim. ii. 10. " Temperate in all things."— 1 Cor. ix. 25. " Faithful in all things. - 1 Tim. iii. 11. " Watch thou in all things."— 2 Tim. iv. 5. The Christian's confidence—" I can do all things through Christ, which strengthened me."— Phil iv. 13. The Christian's reward— He that overcometh shall inherit all things."— Rev. xxi. 7. ENAMELLED IRON CABMEN'S BADGES, CAB NUMBERS, CAB FARE PLATES, & c NUMBERS FOR DOOR, do. " POLICE STATION" PLATES. Hackney Carriage Standing Plates. o STREET NAME PLATES. IN RICH ENAMEL COLOURS. Absolutely Permanent and Indestruclibl. UNEQUALLED FOR LEGIBILITY & CLEANLINESS. O Street Traffic Directions, " KEEP TO THE LEFT'' HYDRANT INDICATORS, BOUNDARY PLATES, See. WILLING & Co. 70, St. Martin's Lane, London, W. C. IF YOU WANT A WATCH TO LAST A LIFETIME, BUY AN ENGLISH THREE- QUARTER PLATE LEVER. SPECIALLY RECOMMENDED FOR THE POLICE. J3 EPSON'S NEW PATENT ( No. 4658) ii LUDGATE" WATCH. SILVER, £ 5. 5 GOLD, £ 12 .12. IS A " SPECIAL STRENGTH" SILVER ENGLISH LEVER, MY BEST LONDON MAKE, WITH THREE- QUARTER PLATE MOVEMENT. Jewelled throughout. Chronometer Balance, with Damp and Dust- proof Patent King Band, and extended Barrel, in massive Sterling Silver Dome Cases, with CRYSTAL GLASS Front, Winds, sets Hands, and opens at baok, its advantages over the old and faulty Full Plate being enormous, as the " Ludgate " Watch will last One Hun- dred Years. It never breaks, as it cannot be over- wound ; and never needs expensive repairs. Is a better Timekeeper, is a better watch, and is better value than any other watch sold for £ 10 in town or country. Will stand rough usage of all kinds, and is therefore the BEST WATCH, and specially suited for CONSTABLES, SERGEANTS, INSPECTORS', SUPERINTENDENTS. Sent Free and Safe at our risk to all parts for £ 5 5s. cash, or P. O. O. ( payable at G. P O ). Price in 18- carat Gold Crystal Glass Cases, TWELVE GUINEAS. SPECIALLY NOTE that J. W. Benson is the only Maker of a Three- Quarter Plate English Watch for £ 5 5s., and that our Patent " Ludgate" Watch cannot be had through or of any Watchmaker in the Kingdom. Any infringement of the Patent Rights will be proceeded against. A Book explaining the advantages of this Watch over the Full- Plate English Watches sold by all other makers will be sent post- free on application. The SUPERIORITY in VALUE, ACCURACY, and DURABILITY of the " Ludgate" Watch over the Swiss and American Keyless and Non- Keyless Watches, made in IMITATION of and SOLD as EngliBh work, and the ordinary Full- plate English Watch, is enormous. J. W. BENSON, Watchmaker to the Queen, TIIE STEAM FACTOBY, 62 and 64, Ludgate- hill, E. C., London, CLCB ASSOCIATIONS.— Station and Pay Clerks, Sergeants, and others of the City, Metropolitan, Borough, or County Police, will find their incomes considerably increased by establishing Clubs forthe New Patent Ludgate English Watch, as It is worth from £ 5 to £ 10 more than any watch sold, and therefore bound to supersede all others in the market. ROYAL AQUARIUM. The best and most varied entertainment in London. Selected to suit all tastes. Doors open at 12.0 ; Organ Recitals at 1.0 and 6.0; The Beckwiths' Swimming Entertainment, at 5.30 and 9.30; The Performing Seals, at 5.30 and 9.30 ; Professor Stokes on " Memory," at 6.30. Grand Billiard Matches at 3.0 and 8.0. At 3.0 and 8.0 Grand Variety Combination Per formance. Free list entirely suspended.— Admission Is. ROYAL AQUARIUM. In the Annexe, the BECKWITHS' SWIMMING ENTERTAINMENT, Miss Agnes, Willie, and Charles Beckwith DAILY, at 5.30 and 8.30 in the Annexe. — Admission Is. ROYAL AQUARIUM. The PERFORMING SEALS at 5.30 and 9.30. ROYAL AQUARIUM SPECIAL NOTICE. — Re- Engagement * of the HANLON- VOLTAS. ( in their world- famed aerial act)- Twice daily at 4.0 and 11.10. ROYAL AQUARIUM. Sec the BLONDIN GOAT ( from Spain), on the high rope. The ortly performing animal on a real ope in the world. IFCONDOK : PRINTED FOB HEB MAJESTY'S STATIONERY OFFICE BY TODD AND 00., DOOTOB8' COMMONS, E. 0.