T H B NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 1891. published BV AUTHORITY. 1. All announcements for insertion in the POLICE GAZETTE, and all communications upon them should le addressed to THE KDIIOU OF THE POLICE GAZETTE, NEW SCOTLAND YAED LONDON, S. W. 2. Particulars concerning persons whose apprehension is sought will be inserted in one issue of the POLICE GAZETTE, if they are sufficient to enable action to be taken upon them by another force. 3. 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 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 lbs. per portrait, and of Is. 6d. per photograph or sketch of a stolen article, including the expense of engraving on wood. 6. Every announcement, if for the apprehension of a person, must be guaranteed by the signature of an officer of not less rank than Superintendent; and, if the name of such person he 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. t Announcements concerning stolen property must be guaranteed by an officer of not less rank than Inspector, or analogous thereto. ft- TIOKTS. 8. Announcements of all persons to be apprehended or of stolen property bear a number, and art alphabetically arranged by counties. f). Tie force which causes particulars concerning delinquents or stolen property to be inserted in the POLICE GAZETTE, must, on their apprehension or recovery, at once transmit to the Editor notice of the fact, referring to the number of the announcement for insertion in the next issue. 10. In ail cases, the officer signing the request for insertion of any announcement, will be wholly responsible for any proceedings whicA may result from such publication. 11. Announcements for the Friday issue should be forwarded so as to be received not later than noon on Wednesday, and for the Tuesday edition not later than Saturday morning. They must be clearly written on one side of the paper only, be in the usual form, and accompanied by a cove. ing letter. 12. All payments must be in advance, either at the office, New Scotland Yard, by cheque, crossed " Drummond S( Co.," Post Office Order payable at Charing Cross, Postal Order, or in Stamps. 13. Advertisements are accepted for the POLICE GAZETTE through Mr. James Willing, 125, Strand, London, the sole Agent, who will furnish the rates on application. 14. Announcements concerning property lost or persons missing can only be accepted at advertisements. It. ANDERSON, 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 application in the form set forth in circular of the 7th of November, 1883. 3.— It is particularly requested that any com- plaints as to the non- delivery or of irregularity in the date of delivery of the POLICE GAZETTE, may be at once notified to the Editor. NOTICE. " Scotland Yard, London," has been regis- tered at the General Post Office as the abbreviated address for telegrams for the Assistant Commissioner of Metropolitan Police, Criminal Investigation Department, whose offices are now at New Scotland Yard, London, S. W., instead of 21, Whitehall Place. The following is a copy of the order which governs the circulation, by the Metropolitan Police, of advertisements, or reward bills, for the discovery of property or the detec- tion of crime. The Editor inserts it, in hope of preventing delays which sometimes occur in publishing such notices, on account of their not being in accordance with the regu- lations in force in the Metropolis :— 1. Printed hand- bills, or other advertisements, offering a reward for the discovery of property or the detection of crime, whether printed and issued by the Metropolitan Police, or distributed and exhibited, with the sanction of the Commissioners, on the application of private persona, or of the Police of any County or Borough, must be clearly expressed in relation to the following points— ( a) The amount of the reward. ( b) The conditions on which it is payable. ( c) The person by whom it will be paid. ( d) That the name and address of the printer appear thereon. 2. No expression must be used in such an advertise- ment, in relation to property stolen, or criminally taken or disposed of, holding out any expectation that the reward will be paid on its return without the offender being brought to trial, or without enquiry. " NOTE.— There are 177 Stations of the Metropolitan Folic « Force at which Notice » can be posted. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 1.— C. I. Department-— Woodcut portrait and description of CHARLES GRAND Y, alias MAURICE, and CHARLES GRANT, LE GRANDE, & c., " The French Colonel," whose apprehension is sought for demanding, with menaces, the sum of £ 500, 17th July last— Age 40 to 50, height 0 feet, complexion sallow, hair ( thin on top) light brown, moustache and beard ( cut to point) light, ( at present only a moustache), eyes hazel, receding forehead, haggard appearance, speaks with slight foreign accent; dress, dark melton overcoat, with velvet collar, dark morning coat and vest, light trousers, and black French silk hat ( narrow at top) with mourning band, or grey suit, and narrow brim low black felt hat, generally carries an umbrella; respectable appearance. Describes himself as a private enquiry agent. Was sentenced at the Central Criminal Court, in June, 1889, with a woman named Demav, to 2 years imprisonment for a similar offence. A native of Denmark. Warrant issued. 2. — D Division. — For stealing £ 430 — JERROLD SMITH, a clerk, age 30, height 5 ft. 6 in., rather stout build, complexion pale, hair and eyes brown, round face, prominent eyes, slightly round- shouldered ; dress, black diagonal coat and vest, dark tweed trousers, turn- down collar, broad black tie, black hard felt hat. Absconded 11th inst. 3.— K Division.— For embezzlement — CHAS. WILLIAM REDWOOD, a musical instrument salesman, age 30, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fair, hair, moustache, and side whiskers light, eyes blue; dress, black diagonal reefer jacket and vest, light tweed trousers, black hard felt bat. 8th ult. Native of London. Warrant issued. Absconded 4. — P Division. — For larceny ( servatit) — GEORGE WARNER, age 30, height 5 ft. 1 or 2 in., complexion fair, hair light brown, eyes blue, rather deaf ; dress, light check suit, or may be wearing a dark diagonal suit. Native of Peckhim. Warrant issued. 5.— v Division.— For stealing, 11th inst., a black gelding pony, 11 hands, over on fore legs, small white mark on back, short tail, no foretop, in good condition — WILLIAM COOPER, age 16, height 5 ft., complexion and hair dark ; dress, brown check suit, cloth cap. Native of Kingston- on- Thames. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. CITY OF LONDON. 6.— For embezzlement— CHARLES CAMPBELL ATTFIELD, late of Belgrave House, Beauchamp- road, Clapham Junction, age about 33, height about 5 ft. 9 in., hair ( straight), small side whiskers, moustache, and eyes ( restless) black, Jewish appear- ance; dress, dark jacket suit, hard felt hat. A clerk. Absconded 2nd inst. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. McWilliam, 26, Old Jewry, E. C. CAMBRIDGESHIRE. 7.— Cambridge ( Borough). — For stealing, 10th ult., 3 hand saws— A MAN, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion sallow, whiskers and mous- tache light brown, walks lame from crippled leg or injury to foot; dress, long black coat, dark vest and trousers, old boots, shabby appearance. Stated he was a spokeshave maker, from Sheffield, and was collecting saws to be sent there for repairs. Stays at common lodging- houses. Supposed to be dis- posing of saws in villages. Information to Chief Constable Innes, Cambridge. CARNARVONSHIRE. 8. — Conway ( County). — For stealing £ 100 ( gold), at Llandudno, ~ 14th ult. — THOMAS HETHER1NGTON, alias " CURLY TOM," age about 23, height 5 ft. 3 in., hair ( cnrly) dark, with brownish tinge when quite dry, clean shaved, oval face, impediment in speech ; dress, when last seen, fine black diagonal cloth coat, grey tweed trousers, brewn hat, and shoes. Is a circus man, and well known among circus and theatrical persons by the name of " Curly Tom." Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Williams, Conway. 18 T H E POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 1891. CHESHIRE. 9-— Runcorn ( County). — For stealing a quan- tity of joiner's tools ( recovered)— CHARLES CAMPBELL, age about 34, height 6 ft., complexion sallow, hair and moustache dark, - walks erect; dress, round cloth jacket, moleskin trousers, patched at knees, red scarf, button boots. Has been a soldier; native of Warrington. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Large, Runcorn. DERBYSHIRE. 10. — Chapel - en - le - Frith ( County). — For forging a cheque for £ 20, 26th ult.— MARGARET WILSON, a domestic servant, age 23, height about 5 ft., complexion sallow, hair dark brown, scar near right ear, teeth much decayed; dress, light brown dress, brown plush jacket, black hat trimmed with black lace and velvet, black Inverness mackintosh. A Scotch woman. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hallam, Chapel- en- le- Frith. DEVONSHIRE. 11.— Exeter ( City).— For fraud— CHARLES HAMLYN, alias HOWARD, HARRINGTON, CHARLES, and COOK, a clerk, age about 26, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion rather pale, long features, prominent nose, hair brown, moustache light, [ weak voice, has a peculiar walk, slight scar right brow, four small scars lower end of spine; dress, brown suit and bowler hat. Is supposed to be travelling as an insurance agent. Was last seen at Barnstaple on 9th inst., when he booked for Tor- rington. Had with him two black bags. Has been a soldier. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Le Mesurier, Exeter. DORSETSHIRE. 12.— Wimborne ( County).— For deserting his family— HARRY DAUNCEY GOULD, age 33, height 5 ft. 5 in., stout build, complexion pale, hair and heavy moustache very dark, eyes dark brown, full face; dress, black frock coat, blue and white vest, light trousers, stand- up collar, silk hat, wears a gold albert ; has also with him a serge suit, with anchor buttons, and a light suit. A draper ; native of South Barrow, Somerset. Was last seen at Waterloo Station, 20th ult. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Marsh, Wimborne. DURHAM. 13.— South Shields ( Borough).— For failing to report— Supervisee GEORGE STEELE, Office 40570, age 37, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion dark, hair dark brown, eyoe brown, 2 men holding a flag on breast, woman on each forearm, I. I. on right arm. Sentenced at Middlesex Sessions, 10th August, 1885, to 5 years penal servitude and ' 2 years police supervision for larceny ( person). L 424. Information to the Chief Constable, South Shields. ESSEX. 14. — Brentwood ( County). — For carnally knowing a girl, age 14— SAMUEL JATER, age 46, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fair, hair dark IwDwn, moustache ( clipped at edges) light, eyes grey, downcast look, turns his feet out, bow- legged, wears pilot jacket and cap. A brewer's labourer. Native of Grays, Essex. Warrant issued. 15.— Brentwood ( County). — For assaulting police, 12th inst., at Grays, A MAN, age about 40, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, moustache light, pock- marked, will have a truncheon mark on one side of head, wears long brown coat. Warrant issued. Information to Sapt. Dobson, Brentwood. 16.— Southend ( County).— For stealing, 8th inst., a No. 3 Star safety bicycle, makers, Sharrat Lisle, Uxndle bar bent.— A man who gave the name of WILLIAM WEBB, of 26, Lambeth- road ( false), age about 19, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., com- plexion fair, moustache ( slight) light, wearing very light trousers and bicycle cap. He hired the machine for 3 hours and has not returned. Information to Supt. Hawtree, Southend. FLINTSHIRE. 17.— Mold ( County).— For obtaining food and lodgings by false pretences — C. PENNISTON BROOKE, or " LIEUTENANT " BROOKE, age about 36, height 5 ft. 7 to 9 in., slender build, com- plexion sallow or pale, thin features, and broad across forehead, hair dark brown, rather thin long face, eyes ( rather largo) supposed dark, an upper front tooth missing, supposed to have shot marks in both ears, limps left leg, very talkative; fond of drink and smoking, can speak or write several languages; dress, brown small plaid tweed suit ( jacket round, and seemed very short), blue serge cap, strong lace boots. Stated ho had travelled in Norway, France, Italy, and America. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Bolton, Mold; or to Inspector Minshull, Connahs Quay. GLAMORGANSHIRE. 18.— Cardiff ( Borough).— For failing to report — License Holder THOMAS DAVIDSON alias DAY, Office No. 41297, age 43, height 5 ft. 3^ in., complexion dark, hair dark brown, eyes hazel, slight cast in left eye, sear on bridge of nose, round- shouldered, crucifixion front of left and a naked female front of right forearm. Sentenced at New- castle, 6th July, 1883, to 10 year's penal servitude for larceny. Licensed 27th April, 1891. B J 1080. Information to the Head Constable of Cardiff. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 19.— Co I ef O r d ( County) .— For burglary 26th ult., and stealing a watch ( recovered)— A MAN, age 27 to 30, height 5 ft. 9 in. slight build, complexion fresh, hair and moustache dark, long face and nose; dress, dark tweed suit and cap, white collar; carried an umbrella; respectable appearance. Stated he was a commercial traveller. The watch was found to have been pledged at Pontypool, 28th ult. Information to Supt. Ford, Coleford. 20.— Fishponds ( County).— For stealing, 28th ult., at Eastville, a grey pony, 13 hands, aged, H branded on shoulder ( supposed near) ; a gig, bine picked out with broad white stripe, wood splashboard, iron spars back of seat; a set of silver mounted harness; 1 pair brass harness ; 1 rush collar— A MAN, who hired the same and has not returned, age about 27, height about 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, slight light moustache, speaks with north country accent; dress, dark suit, black bowler hat, blue tie. Information to Supt. Matthews, Fishponds. HERTFORDSHIRE. 24.— Hemel Hempstead ( County). — For stealing a horse, cart, and harness ( recovered), at Great Berkhampstead, 14th ult. — JOHN KER- SHAW, age 45 to 50, height 5 ft. 101 ini) slight build, complexion fresh, hair ( inclined to curl) dark, eyes ( sunken) brown, moustache dark, bald top of head, several teeth deficient lower jaw, walks erect; dress, dark coat and vest, dark tweed trousers, brown hard felt hat:— MARTHA KERSHAW, age about 40, height 5 ft. 2 in., complexion fresh, hair dark; dress, dark cashmere ulster, far lined, dark cashmere dress, bonnet trimmed with black velvet. They are supposed to have resided in the North of England, the man being employed by a tram car company. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Pearson, Hemel Hempstead. 25.— Hitch in ( County).— For assault, 4th ult., at Lilly— THOMAS RALLEY, a brass finisher, age about 35, height about 5 ft. 9 in., stout build, heavy shoulders, complexion sallow, round face, hair very dark, black moustache, eyes hazel, dressed as a foundry man, is known as a boxer. Native of Northampton. Late of Luton. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Reynolds, Hitchin. 26.— St. Albans ( City).— For obtaining, 4th inst., by false pretences, a rustic cart, cob size, stained body, black wheels, picked out red, garter on tail- board with initials " J. M." in centre, and " St. Albans " ou garter— A man who gave the name of " STEVENS," age about 45, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion, hair ( curly), whiskers, moustache, and eyes dark, lump ( size of an egg) on back of neck; dress, black coat, dark trousers, black felt hat. Supposed belongs to Clerkenwell, London. Warrant issued. Information to Head Constable Wood, St. Albans. HAMPSHIRE. 21.— Fareham ( County).— For stealing, 7th inst., a watch and guard ( recovered) — ALBERT EDWARD BATES, age 19, height 5 ft. 6 in., com- plexion fair, hair light brown, eyes grey; dress, light brown tweed suit, and high crown felt hat. A baker ; native of Portsmouth. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Stephenson, Fareham. HEREFORDSHIRE. 22.— Bromyard ( County).— For stealing, 6th inst., at Thornbury, a brown tweed jacket, small light stripe, four pockets outside— A MAN, age 4- 5, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh, hair dark, small side whiskers, eyes blue, walks very erect; dress, light cord vest with drab back and sleeves, dark cloth tiousers, dark cap with two peaks, strong lace boots. A tramping labourer. Information to Supt. Ovens, Bromyard. 23.— Hereford ( City).— For stealing a parcel of grocery, with 2 other men in custody— JASON SKARRATT, alias JAKE SKARRATT, age 24, height 5 ft. in., blotched face, hair light brown, body supposed blotched; dress, dark blue plaid coat and vest, light woollen plaid trousers, cap, white silk neckerchief, side- spring boots, may be wearing a black- and- red stripe jersey. Native of Bicester, Oxfordshire. Information to Head Constable Richardson, Hereford. LANCASHIRE. 2 7.— Old TrafFord ( County).— For an indecent assault, 3rd inst.— A MAN, age about 35, height about 5 ft. 7 in., hair and moustache dark, beard of 2 or 3 days growth, one side of face swollen ; dress, dark overcoat, cord trousers, light colour peak cap, heavy boots, has the appearance of a horse dealer or wakesman. Is in company of a man with 3 horses, and supposed to have gone to Turton fair. Information to Supt. Bent, Old Trafford. 28.— Blackburn ( Borough). — For failing to report— Supervisee AGNES ANN BURNS, alias CROSS, Office No. 41385, age 29, height 4 ft. 1H in., complexion fair, hair brown, eyes brown, scar between eyebrows and back of right thumb, 3 moles on left cheek, small one on both sides neck, and a Jarge brown mole under right thigh. Sentenced at Preston, 26th November, 1890, to 6 months hard labour and 3 years police supervision. Information to the chief Constable of Blackburu. 29.— Bootle ( Borough). — For stealing, 10th inst., a mare ( recovered)— J. WILLIAMS ( sup- pose fictitious), age 28 to 30, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, slightly| pock- marked, recent cut mark back of head ; dress, dark clothes and hard billycock hat. Has been living for some time in Liverpool. 30.— Bootle ( Borough). — For maliciously wounding, 29th ult.— CHRISTOPHER GEARITY, age about 50, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair turning grey and slightly bald, whiskers ( turning grey) brown, top and under lip shaved, slightly pockmarked, long nose, broad shoulders, stoops ; dress, blue pilot jacket and trousers, black cloth vest, stripe cotton shirt, black and white muffler, hard felt hat, water- tight boots. A dock labourer. Native of Ball. ymahon, near Moate, or Athlone. Is a member of the Dock Labourers' Union. Absconded 30th ult. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Borough Police, Bootle. 31.— Rochdale ( Borough).— For embezzlement — RICHARD BOND COCKS, age about 36, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion ruddy, hair and mous- tache brown. A carter, but has lately been em- ployed as a brewer's storeman. Native of Hyde. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Wilkinson, Roch- dale. * FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 1891. T H E POLICE GAZETTE. 3 LINCOLNSHIRE. 32.— Bourn ( County).— For stealing, 26th ult., at Little Bytham, £ 8 lis. ( including a jubilee shil- ling) JONES, age about 19, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., slender build, complexion fair, hair light; dress, brown speckled cloth jacket, blue guernsey under, blue cloth navy trousers, black cheesecutter cap, patent- leather band across front, with brass buttons at sides, old lace boots. He left Bytham Railway Station the same day, taking a ticket for Leicester. He stated he belonged to the West Surrey Militia, and had been up for training. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Brown, Bourn. NORFOLK. 33.— Pulham Market ( County).— For stealing a lady's silver geneva watch, with flowers round hands, enamel face ( damaged), small gold chain attached— GEORGE GRAHAM, age 20, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion dark, hair light brown, scar left cheek; dress, light coat and vest, dirty light brown check trousers ( small hole in left knee), old light peak cap, shoes, brown socks, blue tie. Information to Supt. Short, Pulham Market. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. 34.— Peterborough ( Liberty of).— For steal ing, 7th ult., 1 pair of calico sheets, 2 towels, 4 glass tumblers, and 2 brown earthenware teapots— THOMAS DIVERS, a scissors grinder, age about 26, height about 5 ft. 1 or 2 in,, slight build, com- plexion and hair dark ; dress, dark clothes, black hard felt hat. Has with him a scissors grinding machine, " Thomas Divers " painted thereon : MARY ANN TEBBITT, age about 24, height about 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., complexion fresh, hair light or sandy ; dress, light print dress, black jacket, white straw bonnet trimmed with light ribbon. Warrant issued. Information to Inspector Blackman, Peterborough. SHROPSHIRE. 35— Shrewsbury ( County). — For burglary, 31st ult. and 1st inst., at Bromfield, Onibury, and Stapleton, and stealing a tobacco pouch, horse- shoe shape, with clasp; a dark melton overcoat; a pair of men's lace boots, hooks on tops, and nailed with bunches of three nails— A MAN, age about 30, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., slender build, complexion pale, hair and moustache dark brown, smart appear- ance ; dress, dark suit, long dark mackintosh, white stand- up collar, white tie ( supposed blue stripes), dark brown peak cap, and the stolen boots. Carried an umbrella with knob handle, imitation of man's head. He represented himself as a railway official. Supposed to be the same man described in Case No. 14. Information to Supt. Edwards, Whitchurch. WARWICKSHIRE. ' 36.— Birmingham ( City).— For embezzlement — WILLIAM PIN FIELD, age 36 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion sallow, hair and mous- tache ( turning grey) dark, thin face, wears several silver rings, and usually has a flower in his coat; dress, pepper and salt mixture coat, bound with broad black braid, stripe trousers, hard black hat, stand up collar, respectable appearance. An axle forger, but has lately been employed as a photo- grapher's canvasser and collector. Native of Broms- grove, Worcester. Warrant issued. 37.— Birmingham ( City).— For embezzlement — ROBERT NEWTON NEEDLE, a merchant's clerk, age 24 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 8 in., com- plexion ruddy, hair and moustache black, eyes dark ; dressed, when last seen, in black suit, usually wears silk hat, carries an umbrella with twisted pattern silver crutch shape handle. Has been in the Volun- teer Artillery; good appearance. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Farndale, Birming- ham. WORCESTERSHIRE. m 38.— Stourbridge ( County). — For stealing, 27th ult., 1 black worsted coat and vest ( new) ; 1 pair of light cloth trousers ( nearly new) ; 1 gentle- man's umbrella; and a print shirt— A man known as " MANCHESTER," a tramping tailor, age about 24, height 5 ft. 4 in., stout build, complexion and hair dark, weak eyes, full face, deeply pockmarked. Supposed dressed in the stolen clothing. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Wheeler, Stourbridge. YORKSHIRE ( EAST RIDING). 39.— Pocklington ( County).— For stealing, 2nd mst., from an inn, 1 silver candle- holder or travelling candlestick, 6 or 7 in. long, with extinguisher and chain fastened thereto ; 6 dessert knives ; 1 carving knife and fork ( all white handle) ; 10 square 2- oz. packets, and 8 round 2- oz. packets of tobacco marked " Lambert & Butler, London, Honey Dew "— A MAN, who slept at the Inn, and left without paying his bill, age 25 to 30, height 5 ft. 9 in., slender build, light moustache; dress, black and white check suit, black hat, low shoes cracked at sides ; had in his possession a black bag and dark mackintosh, travels on a tricycle. Information to Supt. Farrah, Pocklington. 40. — Beverley ( Borough). — For stealing, 3rd inst., from a hotel, 2 pairs striped cloth trousers; 1 pair light check ditto; 1 pair black cloth ditto; all of superior quality, and only slightly worn; Holmes & Son, Beverley, on buttons— A MAN, who stayed at the hotel and left without paying his bill, age 25 to 30, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., rather slender build, complexion fresh, moustache ( slight) and side whiskers brown ; dress, light check suit, black hard felt hat, carries a black bag. This man is going about the country on a tricycle which he leaves at some inn, and takes lodgings at another. Warrant issued. Information to Head Constable Knight, Guildhall, Beverley. scent bottle, in leather case ( new) ; 1 pair of shoes, recently half- soled and heeled and toe- capped; 1 new flannel boating shirt; 1 pair of worsted pants; 4 pairs new socks ; 1 pair gentleman's kid gloves ; 1 pair fancy worked slippers; 1 locket containing hair; 1 plated paper knife and pencil combined; 3 pawn tickets ( 1 for a geneva watch, No. 105111, pledged 6th July last with W. G. Newbury, Reading, 1 for a hunter watch pledged with Stanley Sutton, Battersea Park Road, and 1 for a boating jacket pledged 11th June with J. Goodacre, St. Mary's Butts, Reading) ; 1 Jubilee shilling with hole in it; 5s. piece 1889; 7 old coins; 1 lady's gold mourning ring set 11 pearls ( 1 missing), black stone in centre; 1 pair scissors, one point broken off; ( see POLICE GAZETTE, Case No. 40, 31st July last. Information to Supt. Smith, Biggleswade. YORKSHIRE ( WEST RIDING). 41.— Wakefield ( City).— For uttering a forged cheque, 20tli ult., a mau, who gave the name of THOMAS SMITH, but whose real name is supposed to be THOMAS SAUNDERS, age about 40, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion and hair dark, short side whiskers, small face and mouth ; dress, dark coat, mixture trousers and vest, black billycock hat, smart appearance. The cheque was cashed by a hotel keeper, being drawn on the Manchester and Liverpool District Banking Company, Stoke- upon- Trent, by Jolin Edey. Enquiries have shown that the cheque was one of a book of 30, obtained 10th October last from the above Bank by a man giving the name of Camp bell Thomas, 141, Norwood Road, Herne Hill. Said to be a native of Wales, and was working with Albert Edey ( in custody, committed for trial for forgery). Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Harris, Wake- field. j 42.— Doncaster ( Borough). — For stealing, 24th ult., from the railway station, a black Gladstone bag, containing a cheque book, white night shirt, & c.— ROBERT HIGGINGBOTTOM, alias JAMES STEWART and PR1TCHARD, a waiter, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, small moustache dark; dress, serge jacket and vest, blue and black stripe trousers, black hard billycock hat. Respectable appearance. The cheque book contained 7 blank cheques, all No. 21790, on the York, City, and County Bank; two have since been filled up and cashed by the above, who will probably endeavour to pass the remainder. He may seek a situation as waiter at some hotel. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Lister, Doncaster. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. BEDFORDSHIRE. 43.— Biggleswade ( County).— Committed for trial at next Bedford Quarter Sessions, 21st prox., for larceny— LEWIS RICHARDS, age 20, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion dark, hair and eyes brown, slight moustache, very sharp thin features. Native of Ipswich. The following property was found in his possession— A portmanteau, containing 1 pair blue check trousers ; 1 black rib jacket and vest; 1 book, entitled Historical and Literary Essays; 1 blue plush pincushion marked " Chas. Baker & Co., London " ; 4 leather purses; 1 leather cigar case and holder; 1 gentleman's jet albert, double links; 1 white metal guard; 1 ditto albert; 1 silver albert; 1 wire hair brush and comb; 1 razor, marked G. P.; 1 lady's DEVONSHIRE. 44.— Exeter ( County).— Committed for trial at Devon Sessions, 20th prox., for larceny— HENRY AMPHION, alias HENRY HADLEY, BIRD, and THOMPSON, age 30, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion rather fair, hair brown, moustache light brown, eyes grey, scar under chin and on right wrist, 2 boil marks and dot right arm, 2 dots and cross left arm; dress, dark grey tweed overcoat, blue diagonal reefer coat, black diagonal vest, dark cloth trousers, with small grey stripe, black hard hat; carried a black square patent- leather hand- bag. A bookmaker. Supposed native of Cardiff. Believed to have been convicted for larceny ( person) at Bath races, in April last.— JAMES ANTHONY, alias THOMAS BUCHANAN, and JAMES CLYNE, age 23, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion dark, sharp features, hair ( short) black, eyes brown, heavy dark eyebrows, clean shaven, slight long scar corners of left eye and under chin; well dressed, and of respectable appearance. A betting clerk of Birmingham. Is known at Liverpool. He was in custody at Bristol, 13th April last, for stealing a purse and money, but was discharged. Was sentenced, 18th'' April last, at Weston, near Bath, to 3 months imprisonment for stealing money from a till, in name of James Clyne. Information to the Chief Constable, Devon, Exeter DORSETSHIRE. 45.— Sturminster Newton ( County).— Com- mitted for trial at next Dorset Quarter Sessions, for laj- ceny— DANIEL BAKER, a vagrant, age 69, height 5 ft. 9 in., stont build, complexion sallow, hair, full beard and whiskers grey, eyes hazel, repulsive look, joint of left thumb injured ; dressed as an ordinary tramp. Was discharged from Shepton Mallett Prison, on 1st September, 1890; has previously served various terms of imprisonment and penal servitude in Somerset, Dorset, and Wilts. Native of Lydlinch, Dorset. Information to Supt. Devenish, Sturminster Newton. HAMPSHIRE. 46.— Winchester ( City).— Committed for trial at next Winchester Quarter Sessions for obtaining money by false pretences— DUNCAN DARROCK, alias McLAREN ( supposed false), age 25, height 5 ft. 5| in., complexion fair, hair ( thin on top) light brown, moustache ( cut short) sandy, eyes blue, mole right cheek and back of neck, long cut mark inside right second finger, speaks with Scotch accent; dress, black cheviot tweed jacket and vest, grey- stripe flannel tennis trousers, blue tie with white flower, brown leather shoes, small black hard felt hat. He represented himself to a military tailor as an officer of the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders, also of the 20th Hussars. States he was born in Ayrshire. Information to Head Constable Morton, Win- chester. 47.— Portsmouth ( Borough).— Remanded till 19th inst., for stealing a tricycle— A MAN, age about 35, height 5 ft. 10 in., rather slight build, complexion sallow, hair and moustache light brown, eyes grey, delicate appearance, female's head and shoulders, sailor, union jack, rose, shamrock, and thistle, female's head, F. H, T. C., and female figure tattooed right arm, English, French, and Burmese coats- of- arms on breast, two female figures, wreath, union jack, stars and stripes, and coat- of- arms left, arm, peacock and wreath left wrist, 2 anchors back of left hand, and ring on left middle finger. Information to Chief Constable Cosser, Ports- mouth. THE POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 1891. LINCOLNSHIRE. 48.— Lincoln ( County).— Committed for trial at next Quarter Sessions for obtaining money by filse pretences— A man who gives the name of WILLIAM ANDREWS, a tramping painter, age about 31, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion sallow, thin face, rather large nose, hair, side whiskers, and moustache ( rather heavy) dark brown, scar, about an inch long, on right wrist; dress, old blue serge jacket and vest, cardigan jacket, dark mixture cloth trousers, hard felt hat, old boots, cut in front States he is a native of Peckham, also that he has resided in Leeds for tlio last six months. Ten pawn tickets for property pledged in Leeds were found in his possession. Information to Supt. Cabourn, Kesteven, Lincoln. SHROPSHIRE. 49.— Shrewsbury ( County).— Sentenced, 10th inst., to 1 month's imprisonment, for begging— ALFRED DRAPER, age 30, height 5 ft. 8 in. complexion fresh, hair, whiskers, and moustache brown, eyes grey; dress, black cloth frock coat black cord trousers, black hard hat, strong lace boots. States he was born at Nantwich, Cheshire, and is a shoemaker, also that lie has been convicted at Stafford and Leicester for begging and sleeping in outbuildings. Tramps the country begging, and sleeps in outbuildings and woods. Supposed wanted for other offences. Information to Supt. Edwards, Shrewsbury. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 50.— B Division — 10th inst.—( 1) Gold enamel bracelet, 5 diamonds in star setting. ( 2) Diamond crescent brooch ( 3 rows), screw at back for pin. ( 3) Diamond horseshoa brooch, stone set as in a ring. ( 5) Plain attached. gold bracelet, latch kev and chain BERKSHIRE. 51.— Reading ( Borough).— 26th ult., a Marlboro' Clnb Cripper tricycle, ball bearings throughout, patent spring forks to front wheel, frame pointed, handle bar, axle, and usual bright parts plated. It was hired by A MAN, age about 21, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fair, hair dark brown; dressed in dark coat and vest, striped flannel trousers, brown boots, straw hat. Information to Head Constable Tevvsley, Reading. ( 6 and 7 Solitnir nn^ e an gold coins. r HJ 7 e> d ( 8) Double circle gold bangle, telescope pencil attached. ( 9) Diamond brooch, shape of a pheasant, pin screws in back. ( 10) Indian gold bangle. Indian coins attached. ( 11) Diamond bonnet- pin. ( 12) Double half- hoop ring, set small diamonds ( 13) Pearl half- hoop ring. ( 14) Gold wire ring, set 1 amethyst and diamonds; M. L. in diamonds thereon. ( 15) Gold ring, turquoise in centre, dia- mond on each side. ( 16) Gold ring, set large diamond, surrounded with small ones, black ( name' letters round date inside. ( 17) Thick gold ring, sc as No. 16. Information to be forwarded to the Melroj olilai Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W CHESHIRE. 52.— Altrincham ( County).— llth inst., at Sale — 2 silver prize cups : 1 holds about a pint, 2 handles, with the inscription " Hollingworth Regatta, Frederick Herbert Sidney and Frank Ford Smith, R. Dean, cox." ; the other, smaller, 1 handle, similar inscription, with the exception of Littleborongh Regatta instead of Hollingworth. 46.— Altrincham ( County).— 3rd inst., 1 lady's gold geneva watch, gold dial, steel hands, crystal glass ( loose), " Miss Lloyd, 1879," scratched inside case, bought from " Fisher, Dudley"; 1 lady's 15- carat gold chain, fine " Alma " pattern. Information to Snpt. Walker, Altrincliam. ESSEX. 53.— Brentwood ( County).— 8th inst., at Grays Railway Station— A brown leather bag, initials " F. S. A." on both sides, containing a suit of clothes, large blue check pattern; a pair of brown leather boots ; a pair of gaiters; 4 cheques ( 1 for £ 115 lis., signed " H. Hopper," 1 for ±' 10 and £ 6, account Lewes Old Bank, and 1 for £ 9 14s., on London and County Bank); and a first class season ticket, London and Brighton Railway. Information to Supt. Dobson, Brentwood. HEREFORDSHIRE. 54.— Hereford ( City).- 12th ult.— a long drab waterproof tweed covert overcoat, nearly^ new, seams doubly sewn outside, deep yoke at shoulders of treble thickness, extending half way to elbows, and coming down the back to a point; a gentleman's lark green silk umbrella, silver band on stick. Information to Head Constable Richardson, Here- ford. v • --••••- • ( 4) G) I bracelet, with watch ( opal euamel face). w0m Itfll | B| mtEZ> m FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 1891. T H E POLICE GAZETTE. 5 KENT. 55— Folkestone ( Borough). — 14th inst.— a broad gold keeper ring, with raised letters " Regard" thereon, supposed marked 18- carat; a lady's gold geneva watch, gold dial, " Castle " scratched inside case. Information to Supt. Taylor, Folkestone. LANCASHIRE. £ 20 REWARD. 56— Old Swan ( County).— 29th ult. at Fair- field— 1 gold- bar brooch, set with 1 large diamond in centre; 1 lady's gold marquise ring, set with 5 yellow diamonds across and surrounded by about 12 small white diamonds; 1 lady's gold marquise ring, with 1 sapphire surrounded by small diamonds ; 1 lady's gold hoop- ring, set with 3 large diamonds pointed with small diamonds; 1 lady's gold hoop- ring, set with 5 medium- sized diamonds; 1 lady's gold ring, set with 5 opals. The above reward will be paid by Mr. Geo. E. Harvey, 12, Holly- road, Fairfield, to any person giving such information as will lead to the appre- hension and conviction of the thief or thieves and recovery of the property, or in proportion to the amount recovered. Information to Supt. Bryni:.?, Old Swan. 57.— Old Trafford ( County).— Between 2Gth ult. and 4th inst., from a lodging house at Patricroft, a bundle containing 1 pair dark tweed trousers; 1 pair black worsted ditto ; 1 black worsted jacket, 3 pockets outside, buttons covered with same material; 1 black worsted vest; 1 cotton cheek shirt; 1 pair light lace boots with toe caps ; 1 pair moleskin trousers; 1 pair cord trousers; 1 black worsted coat. Supposed by ANDREW KENNEDY, the deputy of the lodging house, who was discharged 31st ult, height about 5 ft. 6 in., hair, whiskers, and moustache sandy, wearing pepper and salt colour jacket and trousers. Information to Supt. Bent, Old Trafford. r—~ T LEICESTERSHIRE. 58.— Leicester ( Borough); — 12th inst., by housebreaking— 3 silver bangles; 1 gold brooch, oval shape pearl in centre, place for hair at back ; 1 lady's silver geneva watch, spring of case broken; 1 old verge watch, white dial, hands broken off, " W. J. B." on back ; 1 gold necklet with locket, glass out one side; 1 silver necklet, flat link pattern ; 1 silver locket, photo of lady inside, joint broken ; 1 lady's silver albert with tassel; 1 silver brooch, oval shape, gold and silver on front; 1 pair bracelets, oval shape; 1 gold earring, ball pattern; 1 silver ditto, star pattern ; 1 pair jet bracelets; 1 silver chain, small link pattern, silver cross appended; 1 gold keeper and 1 wedding ring, both cut through, and 1 gold dress ring, set blue and white stones ( one missing). 13th inst.— by housebreaking— 2 small silver salt- spoons, and a silver mustard- spoon, all marked " C"; 2 silver bracelets, one 1 in. wide, the other j in. wide, both chased with storks and rushes; 2 plain silver bangles, and one with crest of the Isle of Man as fasteners ; 2 small gold studs ; 1 pair of gold sleeve links, chased star pattern; 1 gold plated locket, oval shape, set pearls and blue si ones, had attached a gold plated chain, snake pattern ; 1 gold plated pair of earrings and brooch, round, chased bird in rushes ; 1 pair yellow gold earrings, chased leaf pattern; 1 mourning brooch, camel head, and 1 pair earrings [ to match ; 1 brooch, bogwood, gold figured ; 1 short silver albert with tassel. 59.— Leicester ( Borough).— 13th ult.— a safety bicycle, No. 1 Excelsior, makers " Bayliss, Thomas and Co., Coventry," in gilt letters on front fork and mud- guard, the latter has been broken and rivetted under seat, diamond frame, painted black, no lines, lubricator deficient in front wheel, Brooks' patent saddle, ball bearings, indiarubber pedals, large stain on brake handle, black leather toolbag, and black mackintosh cycling cape under saddle, bell rock lamp, side lights, left hand glass cracked. Information to Chief Constable Duns, Leicester. OXFORDSHIRE. CO.— Bicester ( County).— 10th inst.— A plain- cased silver verge watch and silver curb chain, open links, by THREE MEN, having the appearance of tram j s, one age about 33, height 5 ft. 8 in., hair, whiskers, and moustache sandy, without shoes or stockings. Information to Supt. Bowen, Bicester. SURREY- 61.— Godstone'( CWty).— 8th inst., by house- breaking, at Nutfield, 1 open face silver watch, No. 44863, silver chain attached, 2 old verge watches, supposed by TWO MEN, the first age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., hair and slight whiskers light, dress light tweed suit, black hard felt hat; the other age about 40, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., whiskers and moustache sandy, wearing dark coat and vest, and black hard fet hat. Information to Supt. Redford, Godstone. SUSSEX ( EAST). 62.— Eastbourne ( Borough).— 12th inst., from the Railway Station— A Gladstone bag, smoky grey colour, about 2 ft. long, " R. H. D." in gilt letters on side, 2 straps round, containing 1 tweed suit, brown check; a lady's gem ring, 5 diamonds set in gold claw, with initials " B. & F." or " S. B. & S." inside, 18- carat, in pocket of vest; 6 white linen shirts; 1 blue shirt; 1 flannel tennis do.; 1 pair sleeve links, made of 3d. pieces; 1 pair flannel trousers, grey and blue stripe ; 1 pair wool- worked slippers, light blue and gold shaded, wave pattern; 1 Russia leather^ case, containing 2 black horn handled razors, scissors, and nail file, maker, supposed, " Heifor " or " Taylor," eye witness; 1 shaving brush, badger hair; 1 nail brush, bristles back and front; 1 tooth brush; several pairs light- colour woollen socks; some white ties ( 1 with blue rings) ; 1 razor strop; 1 dark purple check vest; 1 small leather case, containing a Crown Life Assurance ticket, and a tourist return ticket, " Deal to Birmingham, dated 25 Aug., 91"; 1 small round blue and white wedgwood china pot, containing tooth- powder; 1 pair natural wool pants and vest to match ( thin texture) ; 7 or 8 linen collars ; 8 or 10 white linen handkerchiefs, marked " R. H. D." ; 1 pair calf gloves, tan colour; 1 pair yellow chevrette do.; 1 suit, stripe flannel pyjamas. 63.-- Eastbourne( Rorougr7i)." 30th July last, from the Railway platform— A large black basket trunk, covered with black leather ; a black leather writing desk ( old fashioned) ; a £- 5 Bank of England note, No. 5066526 or 4686380; a Russian leather jewel case; 1 gold brooch, spray of rose leavts with rose set with mby in centre; 1 do. small tulip, s-' t 1 carbuncle; 1 old- fashioned garnet brooch, circular shape ; 1 pair Indian gold filigree screw ear studs ; 1 pair small gold ear- rings, diamond in centre ; 1 silver- gilt necklet, ring and link pattern ; 1 gold pendant, raised gold work and fringe; 1 spade guinea, with loop for attaching to alb? rt; 1 lady's gold albert, 3 balls attached; 1 gentleman's gold watch key, seal ( old- fashioned, cornelian set in gold), 1 wide plaited gold bracelet, in case, " Goldsmith's Alliance " stamped inside; 1 gold plated bracelet, in case, rather large size, ball edges ; 1 small gold ring, set 1 emerald; 1 do., set pearl and ruby; 1 mourning riDg, black enamel set pearls. 8th inst.— A gentleman's gold English lever watch, open- face, white dia', " J. K." on outer case, " Rev. J. Kitchenman, Presented by a few friends at Dartmouth " on the inside case. 64.— Eastbourne ( Borough). — 2nd inst., a " Spartan" safety bicycle, wheels supposed 26 in., nearly new tyres, black ebonized wood handles, plated cranks, indiarubber pedalr and foot rests, ball bearings, " Ballantyne " indistinctly painted in red on centre bar, mud guards to both wheels, double alarm bell and bag containing oil can. Information to Chief Constable Fraser, East- bourne. WESTMORELAND. 65.— Kendal ( County).— 24th ult., at Bowness, Windermere— A lady's gold lever watch, No. 28162, engraved case, " Scales, Brothers, Kendal" on works, long gold guard, very fine links, with 2 gold keys, 1 having 6 small blue stones forming a heart, the other set with 2 coloured stones, attached. Information to Supt. Shields, Kendal. YORKSHIRE ( EAST RIDING). 66.— Hull ( Borough).— 31st July last— A small gold English lever watch, No. 37885, with long gold guard attached. 5th inst.— A silver geneva watch, No. 12476. 13th inst.— A silver geneva watch, No. 13390. Information to Capt. Gumey, Chief Constable, Hull. YORKSHIRE ( NORTH RIDING). 67.— Whitby ( County).— 25th ult.-- a lady's small gold geneva watch, flowered back, gilt dial, black chapters, small jet albert attached. Information to Supt. Allen, Whitby. ANIMALS, ETC., STOLEN. KENT. 68.— Cranbrook ( County).— 3rd inst , at Hors- mondon, a dark brown rig cob, about 13 hands, lop ears, long black mane, short tail, white spot on fore- head, close to which is a wound from kick, several white spots on back, mark on near hip shape of horse shoe. Supposed by SAMUEL WILLOWBY, alias PIKEY, age about 22, height about 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, stubby red beard and whiskers, cross- eyed; dress, pepper- and- salt colour jacket, supposed cord trousers, black bard felt hat. Was sentenced at Lewes, about 2 years since, to 6 months imprisonment for horse- stealing. Native of Forest Row, East Sussex. Information to Supt. Bartlett, Cranbrook. SUSSEX ( WEST). 69.— Chichester ( City).— 22nd ult., a bay mare cob, 8 years, 14 hands 2 or 3 in., white face, tail docked, small scar on point of near shoulder, good condition. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Clarke, Chichester. PERSONS OR BODIES FOUND. DERBYSHIRE. 70. — Chesterfield ( Borough). — 4th inst., drowned in the River Rother, the body of a woman, age about 35, length 5 ft. 1 in., stout build, full round face, flat nose, upper front teeth missing, hair dark brown ; dress, brown dress with flounce, black skirt with flounce, shoVt broivn astrachan jacket, black felt hat turned up behind, broad in front, trimmed with black rlbiion, combinat'on drawers* grey stockings, button boots; appears to have baen iu tlie water 4 or 5 weeks. Information to Head Constable Emerv, Chester- field. HAMPSHIRE. 71.— Kingsclere ( County).— Committed suicide 12th ult.— A man who gave the name of WILLIAM WILLIAMS ( supposed false), age 24 to 26, length 5 ft. 10 in., complexion sallow, hair dark brown, eyes brown, E B F left arm, small white mark in left ear; dress, black coat and vest, dark plaid trousers, blue cloth overcoat, all nauc'a worn, black bowltr hat ( nearly new), the appearance of ; i waiter or gentleman's servant. Stated he had for the past 2 years lived in St. Luke's, London. He was doubtless insane. Information to Supt. Waters, Kingsclere. LANCASHIRE. 72 — Chorley ( County).— 11th inst., drowned in the canal at Withnell, the body of A MAN, age about 40, length 5 ft. 6 in., hair dark brown, slight moustache, all teeth missing except one in upper jaw ; dress, red and blue stripe cotton shirt, and cordnroy trousers ; the appearance of a labourer. The body appears to have been in the water several days. Information to Supt. Norris, Choi- ley. SUSSEX ( EAST). 73.— Patcham ( County).— 23rd ult., under the cliff, at Rottindean, the bjdy of a man, age about 35, length 5 ft. 7 in., stout build, complexion, hair and mou- tache and eyes dark, tattooed on one wrist; dress, blue serge jacket, brown p'aid vest, black serge tiousers, fireman's blue shirt, blue woollen socks, black cloth peak cap, " S. & W. Stone, Newhaven," marked inside, old military 2 T H E POLICE GAZETTE. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 1891. boots. Found in pockets, a white- handle knife and 2s. 11 J. At the inquest a verdict of death by acci- dcntly falling over the cliff was returned. Information to Supt. Tucker, Patcham. 74— Eastbourne ( Borough).— 10th inst.— A WOMAN", apparently of unsound mind and unable to. give any account of herself, age 22, height 5 ft. 2 in., complexion swarthy, hair ( long) dark brown, long eyelashes and brows, eyes hazel, small teeth ( spaces between), good- looking, is said to speak several languages; dress, grey melton cloth dress, green underskirt, short brown cloth jacket, bone buttons, white straw hat, trimmed dark brown velvet, " Eastbourne " on lining, white calico com- binations, marked " B" in Old English, blue cotton hose marked " D. B.," black kid lace shoes, brown silk ncckerchief, brown cotton gloves, white linen hand- kerchief, marked " D. B." Carried a black silk umbrella, crook handle, and a small new wicker basket containing shells, A- c. Had in her possession : t lady's silver geneva watch, silver dial, gold figures No. 8210, and silver twisted albert with tassel, and a brown leather purse con! aining Supposed her name is " Boris." Now in Eastbourne Workhouse Infirmary. Information to Chief Constable Fraser, East- bourne. LATEST INFORMATION. PROPERTY FOUND IN POSSESSION OF PRISONERS. BERKSHIRE. 75.— Windsor ( Borough).— A lady's gold geneva watch, No. 1709, " L. Liomin inside case— Found in possession of JOHN MOSS, residing at Sunning- dale, who offered the watch in pledge. When taken into custody he stated he had picked it up on the ice at Virginia Water about six months ago. Information to Head Constable Armour, Windsor. MISCELLANEOUS. CITY OF LONDON. POLICE NOTICE. 7G.— An attempt is being made to place in circu lation forged £ 5 Bank of England notes. Thoso hitherto uttered are all numbered P/ 35 93358, and dated Plymouth, 15th November, 1889. They may be detected by the inferior quality of the paper and by the entire absence of watermark, which can always be easily distinguished in a genuine note. The utterances have hitherto been effected at race courses and public houses. Information to the Detective Superintendent, City of London Police, 26, Old Jewry, E. C. APPREHENSIONS. 77.— Buckinghamshire, Chesham ( County). — JOHN ELLIOTT, alias INGSTON, Case No. 11, 4th inst., at Brighton. 78.— Cheshire, Chester ( City).— Man (" SIR WILLIAM SCOTT "). Case No. 10, 11th inst. 79. — Essex, Brentwood ( County). — STEPHEN LADD, Case No. 46, 3rd April last, and property recovered. 80. — Essex, Southend ( County). — KEN- NEDY, Case No. 13, 11th inst. 81. — Lancashi re, Salford ( Borough.). — Supervisee MARGARET YOUNG, Office No. 39835, Case 69, 10th July last. 82.— Shropshire, Whitchurch ( County).— EDITH STEVENSON alias GREEN, Case No. 23, 4th in- t. £ 3.— Yorkshire, Huddersfield ( County).— JAMF. S STOCK WELL, Case No. 1, 4th inst. 81.— Yorkshire ( East Riding) Sproatley ( County).— JOHN KEY SCOTT, Case No. 52, 28th ult. POLICE NOTICE. 85.— In April last a number of forged coupons of i20 florins each, relating to the 4 per cent. 40^ years bonds on the Austro- Hungarian Bank, were uttered to various Vienna banking houses and money- changers, and it is expected that attempts will be made to utter more of these forged coupons, prob- ably in England. The forgeries are on vellum paper, and lithographed on the German and also the Hungarian side, with the exception of tho black number of the bond, surrounded by blue, which is printed in typographic characters. By looking at the forged coupons in front of a light, fine pin- holes are visible in some of the figures, and on other parts of the coupon, and the ornamental figures in the various parts of the brown ground are irregular as compared with the genuine coupons, especially in the square part of the star ornament. All writings and ornaments appear raised, and this is caused by their being printel on an engraved plate. It is requested that all bankers and money- changers may be warned by the various Police Forces, and asked that should any of the forged coupons be presented, to detain the person presenting them, and com- municate with the police of their district. bald place at back of head, splay footed; dres8, black jacket, pocket behind, sleeved vest, cord trousers, round peak engineer's cap, red silk hand- kerchief, heavy nailed boots. Has been engaged on a threshing engine. Frequents common lodging houses. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Kemp, Pershore. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 86.— K Division.— For stealing, 15th inst., a bay horse pony, 12^ hands, short mine and tail, nearly blind right eye, 2 marks on near side rump ( hair grown over), in fair con- dition ; brass- mounted harness; and light spring cart, painted brown, wheels green, " William Gay, Barking, Essex," on side — WILLIAM GOODRICH, a costermonger, ag9 26, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion and hair dirk, pjek- pitted ; dress, dark brown cord trousers, hard felt hat, lace boots. 87.— p Division.— For stealing £ 4— THOMAS GOG GIN, age 25, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion, hair, and moustache, and eyes dark, very large ears ; dress, short dark jacket and vest, light tweed trousers, black hard felt hat. May be found in Maidstone or district, hop- picking, absconded 11th inst. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BUCKINGHAMSHIRE. 88.— Aylesbury ( County).— For fowl stealing— THOMAS ENGLAND, age 39, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes hazel, anchor and star tattoo3d ba? k of left hand; dress, long grey coat, imitation sealskin vest. Supposed to be working as a gas stoker in Old Kent- road. Native of Aylesbury. Warrant issued. 89. — Aylesbury ( County). — For larceny— EMMA KIMBER, age 40, height 5 ft. 5 in., stont build, complexion fresh, full face, hair brown, large mouth. Is a married woman, and is supposed to be residing with her husband, John Kimber, a gas stoker, employed in the Old Kent- road. Native of Aylesbury. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Webb, Aylesbury. LANCASHIRE. 90.— Rochdale ( Borough). — For failing tc report— Supervisee JOHN TURNER, alias LEVI BARLOW, Office No. 41830, age 25, height 5 ft., complexion pale, hair light brown, eyes grey, boil scars centre of back, small scar left eyebrow, 3 moles left of neck. A cotton weaver. Sentenced at Salford, 18th February, 1891, to 6 months hard labour, and 3 years police supervision, for larceny. Information to the Chief Constable of Rochdale. WORCESTERSHIRE. 91. — Pershore ( County). — For an unnatural offence, 8th inst., at Beedon— THOMAS COLLINS, age 19, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion fresh, hair ( cut short) light brown, eyes blue ( one glass), round METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 92.— T Division.— Remanded, at West London, till 11.30 a. m., 22nd, for fraud— JAMES NOTLEY HARDING, late of 26, St. Wooles- road, Newport, Monmouth, and 3, Moon- street, Chepstow, Mon., a financial agent, age 41, height 5 ft. 9 in., com- plexion ruddy, hair light browa, moustache and side- whiskers sancy; dress, light brown mixture tweed suit, brown boots, hard felt hat. His modus operandi is tc answer advertisements for loans, and charge a sum of money for viewing the property, which he states he is willing to make the advance on. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotlanl Yarl, S. W. WARWICKSHIRE. 93.— Acocks Green ( County). — Committed for trial at next Assizes for arson — GEORGE PARKER, a tramping labourer, a^ e 30, height 5 ft. 5^ in., complexion fresh, hair sandy, eyes blue, scar on breast. States he has worked in ironwork shops in Birmingham and other towns. Information to Supt. Yardley, Acocks Green, Birmingham. ANIMALS, & c., STOLEN. HAMPSHIRE. 94.— Fareham ( County).— 9th inst., from a field at Bedhampton, a dark bay cart mare, 3 years, about 16 hands, long tail, white star on forehead. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Stephen- son, Fareham. PERSONS OR BODIES FOUND. WARWICKSHIRE. 95.— Acocks Green ( County). — 14th inst., found drowned in the Warwick Canal, at Yardley— the body of a MAN, age about 60, length 5 ft. 5 in., hair and beard grey ; dress, blue cloth coat and vest, 2 pairs trousers ( 1 pair dark stripe, the other black and white tweed), white turn- down collar, red and black tie with pin having bird engraved thereon, blue and white stripe shirt, serge undervest, white socks, light lace boots. The appearance of a mechanic. Information to Supt. Yardley, Acocks Green, Birmingham. PROPERTY FOUND IN POSSESSION OF PRISONERS. LANCASHIRE. 96.— Old Trafford ( County).— 1 white counter- pane with 2 red stripes at each end; 1 white knitted woollen shawl; 2 white woollen napkins or covers, worked with silk, a flower worked in corner of one; 1 baby's white flannel frock; 2 lady's white merino singlets; 1 peg bag ; and 1 bass " Jeffs & Co., Col- wyn Bay" thereon; in possession of WILLIAM DAVIS JONES, 15th inst., at Eccles, in custody on suspicion of stealing the same, age 63, height 5 ft. 1 in., complexion fresh, hair ( thin and long), and eyes ( weak) grey, stoops. A shoemaker; states he was born in Bala, Merionethshire, and worked 10 years for Mr. Gibbons, shoemaker, at Old Bury- on- Severn, Gloucestershire, which place he left 18 years ago, and has since been tramping the country. Information to Supt. Bent, Old Trafford. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 1891. T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. MISSING. WO POUNDS REWARD will be paid to any person giving - reliable information as to the - whereabouts of WILLIAM LYE, of Commercial Street, Shoreditch, E., and Chingford, Essex, who was last seen on 28th July last. Description— age 53, about 5 feet 4 inches in height, dark complexion, black eyes, clean shaven, black hair, inclined to curl, slightly turning grey, rather stout, full faced, scar on left forefinger. Dressed in dark fancy trousers, brown stripe, black cardigan jacket, old brown thin overcoat, black deerstalker hat, elastic side boots, b'ack satin tie, coloured cotton shirt, white woollen vest, grey woollen draweis, white cotton stockings. Information to be given to W. WALKER, Solicitor, 34, Coleman Street, London, E. C. ON AND OFF DUTY! AN IMPORTANT REQUIREMENT, The necessity of which has oftrn bfiii felt bv the constable, is the possession of a thoroughly BELIABJJ2 AND EXACT timekeeper, that at all time9 and in all seasons may be absolutely depended up n. To procure such a watch at a moderate price has been an utter im- £ 3 REWARD. INSPECTORS OF WEIGHTS AND MEASURES. j^ OST, in London, GENTLEMAN'S X) OLICE Officers who are required to GOLD RING, diamond centre, with perform the duties of Weights and emeralds. Measures Inspectors rapidly coached for Board of Trade examination by Certificated If restored to Mr. PORT, Prospect House, Inspector and Adjuster. Milverton, Leamington, the above- named For particulars address— reward will be given. INSPECTOR OF WEIGHTS AND MEASURES, Oakham, Rutland. THE LOST, ON August 24th, an OBLONG, ^^ , o* v , SOLID GOLD BROOCH, of Indian PUmBttJJ AtlbflllSC Workmanship. Wreath of flowers worked round edge, and in the centre a row of six stones, ruby emerald, garnet, amethyst, possibility until JI. Samuel took the field and commen'-<-. l t- ntrpetic operations, single handed, againstthe pernicious BIG PROFIT SYSTEM The GRAND RESULT of II. Samuel s determination and pers- v- raner is the Abolition of Intermediate Profits! The purchaser of a SINGLE WATCH is * ble to purchase direct from H. i- amuel, the manufacturer, AT COST PRICE, what wouli otherwise be charged three or four times II. Samuel's price if purchasedelsewhc- re. H. Samuel's watches, moreover, are the VERY BEST that ran be made. No matter what price is charged elsewhere for similar watches, they are IN NO WAY SUPERIOR if th* » y are even equal to the bph naid'pro- ductions which H. Samuel supplies to the whol; world. INCREDIBLE ADVANTAGES SECURED by purchasing direct from II. Samuel. I. Every Watch warranted for Five Years! during which time any correction or cleaning the watch may require, will be done free of charge. 2. A Week's Free Trial Allowed !! With each watch, thus affording the wearer an ample opportunity to thoroughly test the watch, and exchange it if necessary. Dissatisfaction under such conditions is a total impossibility. It cannot exist. 3. A .£ 100 Free Railway Accident Insurance III Policy for Twelve months. 4. The very Best value in the World!!!! TIIREE out of the hundreds of H. SAMUEL'S WONDERFUL SPECIALITIES. H. Samuel's specially made " Constabulary" English"*] lever in hunting case, " highly finished lever movement, I — jewelled and fitted with dust and damp- tight cap. Solid > / silver Hall- marked case. Compact and accurate. Worth £ 6 6s.; H. Samuel's price J H. Samuel's Celebrated English lever watch, carefully finished, jewelled and fitted with damp and dust- tight cap. Solid silver Hall- marked cases. Thoroughly sound and well- made. Worth £ 5 5s. ; H. Samuel's pride H. Samuel's marvellous silver " Acme" watches for Ladies and Gentlemen. Three- quarter plate movements, extra jewelled, and most accurately timed. Solid V. O ^ sterling silver cases. Lady's small size, with dial f Zi sJ beautifully tinted in co'ours or plain as preferred. I Worth £ 3' 3s.; II. Samuel's price J SEND TO- DAY for H. Samuel's descriptive Catalogue, containing over a thousand illustrations and hundreds of astounding testimonials from wearers everywhere. Sent to any address gratis, on application, and post free together with full particulars of H. Samuel's Special Free Prize, presented during this month to all readers of this Paper who become purchasers of H. Samuel's Famous Watches. Write for it at once. Ail P. O. Orders to be made pajable to H. Samuel, at General Post Office, Manchester. 52/ 6^ 2T soun< ( ESTABLISHED 1794). ruby, diamond, spelling the word Regard."— Any person finding same and taking it to Messrs. GRINDLAY & Co., 55, Parliament Street, will be rewarded. I £ 10 REWARD. T* OST, at Walmer, or between Walmer ^ and Victoria, on Tuesday, September 8th, a GOLD BRACELET and a SMALL BEST HOME AND SPORTING NEWS. ONE PENNY DAILY. 127, Fleet Street, E. C. PETER ROBINSON'S MOURNING WAREHOUSE, REGENT STREET. IMC OUKNING-. CASE containing FOUR SMALL1 Upon receipt of letter or telegram Peter Robinson's BROOCHES, two diamond and two! experienced Assistants and Dressfitters are ready io travel to any part of England free of expense to Cameo. purchasers. They take with them a supply of all Whoever will take the same to 31,, necessary articles of the best and most suitable des- . criptic. n for families and their servants, at the same Russell Square, London, W. C.: shall receive reasonable prices as cliarged m the wareLouse iu above reward. ReSent Street- £ 1 10s. REWARD. ROYAL HOTEL, HENLEY- ON- THAMES. OST, 11th September, supposed in This mag- nificent Hotel contains well arranged private, Hansom cab, between Savoy Theatre dinin*' bed- sitting rooms. Long uninterrupted view of river and hills on Berkshire side. Cuisine under the and Half Moon Street, a round DIAMOND direction of a notable chef from the principal hotels of BROOCH ( eight diamonds set in circle of . V & Paris and Mentone. Wines of the highest character, best gold). service. Lawn tennis and golf. Steam and electric Whoever brings same to 32, Half Moon launches, and all kinds of boats at the hotel. Good stab- Street, Piccadillv, will receive the above'ling. Fifty yards from station.— Apply for terms to— reward. • ! FREDERICK TROTMAN, Proprietor. H. SAMUEL, Lever Watch Manufacturer, 97,99, aid 101, Market Street, Manchester. RUPTUR ( HERMA.) AH sufferers from this dangerous complaint should know that they need no longer torture tnemselvesbv wearing useless trusses. Air. 4 . tS. IS AKM.^' NEW APPLIANCES are made to suit every form of Rupture, and axe positively guaranteed to GIVE IMMEDIATE RELIEF. An experienced and skilful SiKgeon attends daily, and examines paxients, free of charge, at the ELECTROPATHIC AND ZANDER INSTITUTE, of the MEDICAL BATIEKY Co.. Ltd.. 52, OXFORD ST, LeHD3N, W. ( Corner 0/ Rathbone Place,) HUDSON'S HOUSEHOLD REMOVALS TO AND FROM ALL PARTS. ESTIMATES FREE. FIREPROOF DEPOSITORIES. Victoria Station, S. W., Brighton, and Paris— 30, Boulevard des Italians. TADDY S HIGH- CLASS TOBACCOS- ALL SMOKERS SHOULD TRY TEDDY'S UNRIVALLED MYRTLE GROVE. DELICIOUS COOL SMOKING. OF ALL LEADING TOBACCONISTS IN 2cz. & 4oz. PACKETS. London: Established 130 Years. Sole Agent for Advertisements, JAMES WILLING, 125, STRAND, LONDON. \ To whom all- Communications respecting Advertisements must be addressed. 8 THE POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 1891. The Watch, as in engraving, is a bona fide Silver English Lever Watch, made expressly for hard wear and correct time- keeping. It has an Enamel Dial, Seconds Hand, Five Jewels, Chronometer Balance, Superior Finish, Crystal Glass, Engine- turned and Hall- marked Cases. WARRANTED FOR 5 YEARS. PRICE £ 3 10s. " The Registered Official Time- Keeper" Watch at £ 5 10s. Is the finest Full Plate Silver English Lever Watch ever manufactured, made expressly for Railway and Police Services, and constructed for rough usage and sudden changes of the weather. Being " Registered," cannot be made •> by any other manufacturer. All goods sent free and safe, without any risk to the Purchaser. SPECIAL DEPARTMENT.— Watches and Jewellery cf every description repaired and done up as new by most experienced workmen. Thousands of Norris's Watches are now being worn by Police and Railway Officials, and references may be made to most of the Chief Officers of the United Kingdom. N. B.— It is not generally known that Coventry is the • lilwSliBR Largest Watch Manufacturing District in the United * Kingdom, supplying the London Trade and Foreign 1 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 ap- Jfi; proved, best, and newest principles, at the lowest pos- sible cost. Detailed Price Lists of Watches, Chains. & c., together with Testimonials as to excellence ol workmanship, sent Post Free, on application to H. J. 3ST O R 3E& X S, ( SON OF THE HEAD CONSTABLE) WATCH MANUFACTURER & JEWELLER, " HERTFORD WORKS," 33, COVENTRY. THE SUNDAY TIMES, ESTABLISHED 1822. THE BEST SUNDAY NEWSPAPER. CONTAINS LATEST TELEGRAMS. CONTAINS LATEST RACING REPORTS. FULL ACCOUNT OF SATURDAY'S ATHLETIC MEETINGS. FULL ACCOUNT OF SATURDAY'S FOOTBALL, & c., & C., & c. THE LARGEST HIGH - CLASS CIRCULATION OF ANY SUNDAY NEWSPAPER. Undoubtedly the Best Medium for Advertisements of all kinds. The Perfect Food for Children and Invalids. All the Genuine Packets and Canisters are enclosed in White Wrappers, and the words DR. RIDGE'S PATENT COOKED FOOD ARE PRINTED BOLDLY THEREON, SO THAT NONE NEED BE DECEIVED OR MISTAKEN. PIInT A LIST OF COLOURS IN STOCK. Any Shade, Tint, or Colour made to Pattern, and a number of New Art Gobelins, Terra- Cottas, Moss Greens, 4c., 4c. Vermilion Flamingo Bed Dark Bed Eoyal Mail Bed Sealing Wax Bed Black Cmperial Bed Sage Green Japanese Green Pea Green Peacook Green Blue Terra- Cotta Canary Maroon Stone Drab Frenoh Grey Olive Coral ( Pink) Hedge Sparrows' Egg Tint Heliotrope Smoke Straw Orange Ijilao Myrtle Green Indian Yellow Light Oak Dark Oak Quaker Blue Starlight Blue White Ivory Green Turquoise Peacook Blue Electric Green Chocolate Bronze Pawn Primrose Arabian Brown Old Gold, & c., & o., & o. Sold Everywhere. Or in tins, post free, Is. 6d, and 3s. BATH ENAMEL, price 25B. per gallon; can be had in Tins, post free, 3s. 6d. and Is. 9d. ASPINALL'S ENAMEL WORKS, i or renovating Old Furniture of eittjitsffif • JJTMIS. MILXIIIA STOOLS, HOI- WATEHCUB BUUT fflWcuts, BEDSTEADS; in fact any old tyuonuuhi < W* MI even by a child in a verv stwtlSMuda i& SPINALL'S ENAMEL. DIRECTIONS FOR USE. wore mag; u the ENAMEL gets thieKilWijfflefo" n « w be allowed to Eland ooen, hiit « ELKIM jJAMELhu bten tak. n out. i( not it wiH SKIHUKI hmunw it b urgently requested that the BABE UKJO Enamelled, as tho heat forms a speeiti ol on ™ « ,? 1' D e° nsaquence ; all old aitidn itonU jw m before being Enamelled. HO ® 8-- LECKHAM, LONDON. 8. B. IbT . A. Is/ L IE3 Hi. OPINIONS OF THE PRESS. " Invaluable for renovating."— Queen. " A perfect godsend."— Lady's Pictorial. Aspinall's Enamel is simply perfect."— Lady. Use Aspinall's Black Enamel."— Lady's World. Furniture like new."— Bat. Aspinall's wonderful Enamel."— Globe. Better than any stains for floors."— Truth. Use Aspinall's Flamingo Enamel."— Housewife. Unequalled for beauty."— Art Designer. Wonderful gloss and finish."— Cheltenham Examiner. Aspinall's charming invention."— La Follet. " Use Aspinall's Enamel for Baths."— Pictorial World. " The best paint for Baths is Aspinall's snow- white Bath blnamel."— Bazaar. " I lately saw a very shabby set of blistered painted wood bedroom furniture turned into a handsome suite of pale blue with Aspinall's Enamel."— Globe. ASPINALL'S ENAMEL WORKS, LONDON : PB1NTED FOB HEB MAJESTY 8 STATIONERY OFUCE BY H ABBISON AND SONS, 45, 46, & 47, ST. MABTIN'S LAM.