PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, MAY 29, 1896. VOL. XIII., No. 1296 REGULATIONS. 1. All announcements for insertion in the POT. ICE GAZETTE, and all communications upon them should be addressed to THE EDITOB' OP THE POLICE GAZETTE, NEW SCOTLAND 1' ABD, 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. 6. 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 15s. per portrait, and of 7s. 6d. per photograph or sketch of a stolen article, including the expense of engraving on wood. fi. 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 be required to be inserted, and no warrant is in force against him, the requisition must be signed by the chief officer of police, or his immediate deputy, of the county, city, or borough, as the case may be. 7. Announcements concerning stolen property must be guaranteed by an officer of not less rank than Inspector, or analogous thereto. 8. Announcements of all persons to be apprehended or of stolen property bear a number, and at i alphabetically arranged by counties. 9. The force which causes particulars concerning delinquents or stolen property to be inserted I » 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 all cases, the officer signing the request for insertion of any announcement, will be wholly responsible for any proceedings which may result from such publication. 11. Announcements for the Friday issue should be forwarded so as to be received not Inter 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 covering letter. 12. All payments must be in advance, either at the office, JYew Scotland Yard, by chrque, crossed " Drummond S( Co.," Post Office Order payable at Parliament Street, Postal Order, or in Stamps. 13. Advertisements are accepted for the POLICE GAZETTE through Mr. James Willing, 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 at advertisements. E. AyDEESON, 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. ( L). Metropolitan Police Distriot. ( 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. SPECIAL NOTICE. An inventor lias patented a composition for taking casts of footprints in any soft ground, and Government has acquired the right to use this invention in any part of the United Kingdom. It is anticipated that it will prove of value occasionally in criminal cases, especially in rural districts, and any Police Force that wishes to have particulars of it, is invited to apply to the Home Office confidentially for that purpose. ( This intimation" is given by desire of the Secretary of State.— ED.) APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. l— C. I. Department.— For forging and uttering a cheque for £ 55 on the London and County Banking Co, Oxford- street Bianch, 14th inst., in name of Oscar Levy— STANLEY GREEN, age 19, height 5 ft. 10 in., slight build, complexion dark ( sallow), hair dark brown, slight dark moustache, eyes ( deep set) dark; dress, dark blue morning suit, high silk or black bowler bat, patent leather boots, tan colour gloves. Has with him a brown leather Gladstone bag. " Hope Brcs., Ludgate Hill, No. 560," on shirts. Supposed a native of London, Absconded 14th inst. 2.— A Division. — For stealing an omnibus conductor's bell ticket putch and a tin box con- taining a quantify of tickets of the London Road Car Company— ALEXANDER SCOTT, age 40, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fair, hair grey, eyes blue; dress, blue serge jacket suit, black hard felt hat, lace boots. Native of Glasgow. An omnibus conductor, and has in his possession a Metropolitan Stage Carriage conductor's badge, No. 4070. Warrant issued. Not to bo arrested out of the United Kingdom. 3.— E Division. — For stealing 1 gentleman's silver geneva watch, " William Holman " engraved on inside case; 2 ladies' skirts, 1 blue serge, the other black silk with pink flowers; 1 pair lady's shoes; and £ 3 7s.— BERTHA SPEEDY, alias EDITH and BEATRICE WOODWARD, age 19, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion, hair ( with fringe) and eyes dark, small thin nose ( turned up), small mole on left side of neck; dress, light pink cotton print dress, black serge cape with black beaded trimming, white straw hat, with black velvet band, button shoes with 2 straps across. Supposed to have left Euston for Preston, on 18th inst. Has friends at Liverpool, where she may visit. Native of Manchester. 4.— E Division. — For obtaining money by fraud— HENRY UNGLESS, age 58, height 5 ft. 8 in., corpulent, complexion florid, hair, mous- tache, side- whiskers ( turning grey), and eyes dark, thick neck, slightly Jewish appearance; dresses well, and usually wears high silk hat. A bogus stock and share broker, and notorious swindler. In 1893 he was connected with Burler & Co., and Allen & Bowes, Stock and Share Brokers, Mansion House Chambers, E. C. j in 1894 he was " Henry J. Hervey 6 Co., Stock and Share Brokers, Broad- street House, E. C."; in 1895 " Hamilton & Co., Stock and Share Brokers, 18, Featherstone- buildings "; and in 1895- 96 " Cameron, Muir & Co., Stock and Share Brokers, 4, Featherstone- buildings, High Hol- borr, London." Supposed a native of Mildenhall, Suffolk, where he is known as a plumber anl builder. Warrant issued. 5.— V Division.— For embezzling £ 100— SIDNEY WENHAM, age 27, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fair, hair auburn, heavy light moustache, heavy eyebrows, eyes greyish blue, slight cast and contraction of left eye, long thin visage; dress, dark suit. A public- house manager. May endeavour to leave the country. Absconded 19th inst. Warrant issued. 6. — V Division — For bigamy — ARTHUR RICHARD HENRY FENN, age 31, height 5 ft. 8£ in., complexion, hair and moustache dark, eyes dark brown; dress, when last seen, b'ajk over- coat, black coat and vest, light tweed trousers, black hard felt hat. Native of London. Supposed em- ployed on a cattle- boat ranning from Deptford to America. Absconded 18th inst. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. CITY OF LONDON. 7.— For libel — JOHN IRVING, late of 13, Rostrevor Mansions, Rostrevor- road, Fulham, age 55, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in , hair and moustache grey; dress, dark clothes, high silk hat. Absconded 22nd inst. Warrant issued. 8. — For stealing £ 142, 30th nit. — JOHN W. BRYANT, late of 75, Gaisford- street, Camden- road, N., age 27, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion pale, hair, moustache ( rather heavy), and eyes black, lips slightly parted, stoops, walks with a springing gait; is a good orator and of good address; dress, b'ack frcck coat and vest, dark trousers, black alpine hat. May be found at religious meetings. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. McWilliam, 26, Old Jewry, E. C. BERKSHIRE. 9.— Reading ( Borough).— For obtaining money by false pretences— FREDERICK COPPIN, ago about 30, height* 5 ft. 10 or 11 in., slight build, complexion fair, thin face, hollow chesks, high cheekbones, hair ( inclined to eandy) light brown, has very large white teeth, of which he is fond of boasting; dress, snuff- coloured check suit, and brown peak cap, may be wearing whipcord breeches, and brown Melton cloth gaiters. A horse- breaker; native of Ipswich. Will no doubt seek employment at livery stables, dealers, horse - breeders, & c. Stated he was going to Aldershot, and thence to Edinburgh. Information to Head Constable Tcwsley, Reading. 4 T H E POLICE GAZETTE. TUESDAY, MAY 288, 1896. CHESHIRE. 10.— Birkenhead ( County). — For highway robbery— WILLIAM FELT', age 26, height 5 ft. 10 in , slight build, complexion pale, hair brown, may have slight sandy moustache, rather long nose and features, stoop3 slightly, and is rather knock- kneed, lost tip of light index finger, is addicted to drink ; dress, dark jacket, rough bluo trouser', hard ftlt hat. Is a tiombone player; a native of Bacup. Warrant issued. Information to Sapt. McDonald, County Ha'l, Birkenhead. 11.— Macclesfield ( County).— For stealing £ 5 from a till — THOMAS DAY GALE, alias ANDREW, height 5 ft. 4 in., oomplexioa sallow, hair light brown, upper front teeth irregular ; dres3, blue Eerge jacket and trousers ( sail jr pattern), blue jersey, rough brown tweed cap, low shoes. Was committed to the training ship " Clio," from Man- chester, 29th January, 1891, and discharged 15th March, 1895. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Downce, Macclesfield. 12.— Middlewich ( County). — For embe7zle- ment— GEORGE HEAPS, age 43, height 5 f'. 6 or 7 in , slight build, complexion sallow, hair brown, moustache and side whiskers light brown; dress, black coat a*: d vest, light striped trousers, blue peak cap, light lace boots. A native of Sindbach. May seek employment at a ccal wharf' Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Large, Middlewich. DENBIGHSHIRE. 13.— Wrexham ( County).— For larceny ( bailee) — ELIZABETH EDWARDS, age 24, height alnnt 5 If. 4 in., hair ( cat short on forehead) dark, has lost upp9r front teeth ; dre3S, white blouse, black skirt, black silk stockings with flower work, black sailor hat, black veil with white spois, low tan sho's. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Jones, Wrexbam. whiskers ( pointed) light brown. Is a professor of music; drefs, usually, grey suit, black bowler bat. May be found among betting men. Warrant issued. Information to C. pt. Colquhoun, Chief Constable, Swansea. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 18.— Fishponds ( County) — For stealing a purse and £ 6 10s., at Ho. field, Bristol— ALBERT EDWARD BRAIN, age 22, height 5 ft. 8 in., slight bu Id, complexion fair, hair and heavy moustache light brown, eye3 blue; dres', dark coat and vest, navy- blue trousers, black hard felt hat, Oxford shoes. Warrant issued. 19.— Fishponds ( County).— Portrait and de- scription of JOHN STONE, whose apprehension is 24 — Southampton ( Borough).— For embezzle- ment— W. J. COX, age 35 to 40, height 6 ft. 1 or 2 in., very slight build, complexion pale, hair and moustache dark brown; respectably dressed. A brewer's traveller. Warront issued. Information to Chief Constable Berry, Southamp- ton. HERTFORDSHIRE. 25.— Hertford ( County).— For de erting his wife and family— JOSEPH SAVILLE, ago 29, height 5 ft. 5£ in , complexion dark, bair and eyes dark brown. A tai'or; native of Stepney, London. Warrant issued. Information to Sapt. Parish, Hertford. ISLE OF WIGHT. 26.— Ryde ( Borough).— For obtaining money by false pretences, 8th inst. — MARY SMITH ( supposed false), age about 26, height 5 ft. 1 or 2 in., stout build, complexion sallow, fall face; dress, black dre3S ( fancy material), black double- breasted jacket, brown hat. Sbe iepresented that a sum of money had been left her, and that she required her railway fare to Cornwall, to which county she belonged. Warrant issued. Information to Head Constable Hinks, Ryde. DERBYSHIRE. 14— Ashbourne ( County).— For housobreakii g, 19th injt., at Hulland Ward, and stealing 1 silver wa'cb, gold albert, ard gold locket ( recovered) ; and 1 pair men's grey stockings— JOHN STAFFORD, alias CHARLES JOHNSON, JOHN JOHNSON, and JOHN ASTLE, aga 60, height 5 ft. 3^ in., complexion fresh, hair ( turning grey) dark brown, eyes grey, 2 mo'es left side of neck, 1 on top of right shoulder, 1 on right sido of back, 2 scars back of neck; walks lame, and turns his feet out; dre33, drab slop, black cloth vest, light corduroy trousers, bine check shirt, red scarf, black soft hat, heavy lace boot3. Has been employed as farm labourer. Native tf Boylesion, Derbyshire. Information to Supt. Wheeldon, Ashbourne. sought for stealing £ 178—- Age 24, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion da k, hair and moustache dark brown, eyes bi- own ; dress, dark suit, black haid felt hat, light lace bocis. A Lative of Kingswood, near Bristol. Warrant issned. Information to Supt. Matthews, Fishponds. DORSETSHIRE. 15.— Poole ( County).— For deserting his wire and family, 15th inst., leaving them chargeable to the Pcolo Union— JOHN READ, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fresb, hair, whiskers and moustache brown. A baker; native of Poole. Wari a- it issued. 16.— Poole ( County).— For obtaining £ 5 by false preterces, 1st inst.— JOHN HENRY BELDON, age 35, height 5 ft;. 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh, hair, beard and moustache dark brown, sight of light eye defective, wears peculiar glasses which throw a dark shade down Lis face, leans forward when walking, feigns reMgion ; dress, usually, black morning coat and vest, grey striped cashmere trousers, light tie, black bowler hat, dark brown lace boots or black shoes, carries a dark overcoat with black velvet collar. A tailor. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Hains, Poole. GLAMORGANSHIRE. 17.— Swansea ( Borough).— For embezzlement — WILLIAM LESSER, a brewer's traveller, age 36 to 38, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., stout build, com- plex: on freab, h^ ir dark brown, moustache and HAMPSHIRE. 20.— RomSey ( County).— For obtaining food and lodgings by false pretences— GEORGE HICKS ( supposed false), age abcut 30, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., rather stout build, complexion dark, hair dark brown, heavy dark moustache, large grey eyes, 2 upper teeth dtficient, s ightly bow- legged, scars hack cf left hand which cause the fingers to be cramped ; dress, dark jacket and vest, light trousers, cloth cap, blown leather boots. He represented himself as an insurance agent for horses ( see Case No. 71, 8th inst.). Warn nt issued. Information to Supt. Cooper, Romsey. 21.— Portsmouth ( Borough)— For embezzling £ 4 5s. 0d., 1st inst — HENRY MERCER, age about 34, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache light brown; dress, grey check suit, or may be wearing black double- breasted melton jacket with silk facings, and hard felt hat; of smart appearance. A traveller. Absconded 4th inst. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Portsmouth. 22.— Southampton ( Borough).— For forging a telegram— JAMES WILLIAMS, alias SPENDER, age 35 to 40, height about 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fair, small moustache, very conspicuous scar beneath eye aud down side of nose, horsey appearance. A butcher. May open a fish shop, or sell linoleum by auction. Warrant is; u9d. 23.— Southampton ( Borough).— For stealing a silver English lever watch, No. 130915 | 182, makers—" Stanhope & Co., Southampton," " Charles House" engraved inside case— WILLIAM FAGAN, alias FAY, age 20, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fair, hair light, eyes grey, large abscess scar left side of neck. A marine fireman. Supposed native of Great Homer- 3treet, Liverpool. KENT. 27.— Chatham ( County) — For embezzlement— GEORGE PASoBY, late relieving officer of the Medway Union, age 36, height 5 ft. 10 in., slight build, comjlexion dark, sharp feature?, hv'r and long moustache dark ; dress, navy blue serge suit, black 1 ar J felt hat, black tie; of gentlemanly appearance. Warrant issued. 28. — Chatham ( County).— For stealing a leather case containing 3 clarionets, A, B, and C, marked A, No. 6997, R. M. Band, maker Boosey; B matked R. M. Band, maker, Chappell; C marked No. 24768, R. M. Band, maker Boosey— JOSEPH THEODORE O'BRIEN, a musician, age 30, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh, hair dark browa, eye3 blue ; a deserter, Regimental No. 8201. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Lacy, Chatham. 29.— Dartford ( County).-— On a warrant for failing to report — License Holder EDWARD HOAR, Office No. 46360, age 67, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion sallow, hair dark, eyes brown, oval face, proportionate build, 2 warts above eyebrows, scar each side neck, on left groin, and top of 4th right finger, 3rd right finger deformed, D. D. on left rib.°, 2 vaccination marks on left arm, mole left wrist. Sentenced at Maidstone Quarter Sessions, 22nd October, 1885, to 10 years penal servitude for receiving. Licensed 9th May, 1894. Remanet of former sentence expires 22nd February, 1899. Z L 1330. Information to Supt. Webster, Dartford. LANARKSHIRE. 30.— Glasgow ( City).— For embezzling sums of money amounting to £ 12,845 18a., between 28th October and 14th November last — ROBERT GRAHAM ABERCROMBIE, late of 41, St. Vincent - place, and Ducacre, Glasgow, age 38, height 5 ft. 7 in., slight build, sharp feature?, hair ( thin in front) and moustache light brown ; dress, bluish- grey tweed suit, hard felt hat, tan shoes. A chartered accountant. May have gone abroad. Absconded 14th inst. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Glasgow. LANCASHIRE. 31.— Barrow- in- Furness ( Borough). — For failing to report — License Holder THOMAS BANISTER, alias THOMAS BANNISTER, Office No. 715- 6, age 58, height 5 ft. 5 in , complexion fresh, hair grey, eyes blue, scar on right cheek, front of right forearm, left side of back, and blue ditto on each knee, mole front of neck, on right thigh, and back of left upper arm, proportionate build, broad face; by trade a ship's carpenter. Sentenced at Reading Sessions, 16th October, 1893, to 3 years penal servitude, and 3 years police super FJUDAY, MAY 29 18F 6. TFTE POLICE GAZETTE. 3 vision, for stealing 2 ccats. Licensed 29th February 1896. J. T. 338. Information to the Chief Constable, Bairow- in Furcess. 32.— Blackburn ( Borough).— Portrait and de- fcription of JAMES HENRY WALSH, whose ' if ' ifiEbjk> •- ij^. IIS? apprehension is sought for obtaining £ 500 by false pretences— Age about 34, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in, complexion sallow, hair brown, moustache and slight side whiskers sandy, stoops slightly and turns his feet cut; dress, when last Eeen, black frock coat, black vest, blue stripe trousers, silk hat. A solicitor; native of Blackburn. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Lev? is, B'ackburn. 33.— Rochdale ( Borough).— For embezzlement — FREDERICK KENDALL, late of Lorne- street, Patiicrolt, age 25 to 27, height 5 ft. 8 in., com- . plexion, hair, moustache, slight side whiskers, and eyes dark; dressed in navy- blue serge suit, brown soft felt hat; frequents bowling- greens and race- courses. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Buck, Rochdale, LEICESTERSHIRE. 34— Leicester ( Borough).— For stealing, 14th > nst., a brown gelding cob, flesh mark right side, about 14 hands high; a butcher's cart, painted blue, " H. and E. S. Allen, Oxford - street, Butchers," painted on panel; end a sat of black harness, brass- mounted— A MAN, age 40 to 45, height 5 ft. 5 in., stout build, side whiskers and moustache black ( turning grey) ; drees, black coat and vest, striped trousers, billycock hat. Information to Chief Constable Lumley, Lei- caster. LINCOLNSHIRE. 35.— Lincoln ( City).— For obtaining a horse by means of a worthless cheque, 22nd ult.— A man giving name of WILLIAM SMITH, of Leeds, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., hair brown, • clean shaved, prominent nose ; dress, brown overt coat, dark suit, lace boots, right one cut up front. Supposed native of London. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Mansell, Lincoln. MONMOUTHSHIRE. 36— Newport ( Borough) — For misapplying £ 39 lis. 8d. ( under the Bankruptcy Act)— DANIEL PHILLIPS, age 40 to 45, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion, hair, whiskers and moustache :( turniog grey) very dark, slightly round- shouldered; dress, usually, dark grey suit. Is believed to be travelling the country as an agent in the oil trade. Well known in Glamorganshire and Monmouthshire. Warrant issued. Information to Head Constable Sinclair, New- port. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. 37.— Wellingborough ( County).— For steal- ing, 3rd inst., at Earls Barton, 1 black oloth coat ( worn), smooth buttons; 1 vest ( same material), single breasted, turn- down collar; 1 long black overcoat ( much worn), pockets torn out, scorch patch size of five shilling piece in back, ye'low- and- black striped plaid lining; 1 pair boots ( worn), size 7; 1 large silver medal, of the Order of the Buffaloes, Dickens' Lodge, No. 857, " Anderson, York" thereon — GEORGE CHAMBERS ( sup- posed false), ago 30 to 35, height 5 ft 8 or 9 in., complexion fair, hair ( very thin on top) light brown, moustache brown ; wearing stolen clothes, old dark grey trousers, light coloured cap, red - and - white neckerchief. A blacksmith. Warrant if sued. Information to Supt. Alexander, Wellingborough. OXFORDSHIRE. 88.— Oxford ( City).— For non- appearance to his bail, charged with larceoy, 9th inst.— JOHN WARD, age 63, height 5 ft 3j in., complexion fresh, hair, beard, moustache, and eye3 grey, frontal bone of head has been remove!, suffers from a3thma; dress, black coat and vest, dark tweed trousers, light tweed cap, militia boots. A travelling draper; cariied a parcel containing cloth, Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Heal, Oxford. SHROPSHIRE. 39 — Wellington ( County).— For stealing, 12th inst., 1 cloth coat; 1 keeper ring ( recovered), and a lady's stuff petticoat with yel! ow stripes; 1 white skirt with needlework round bottom; 1 lady's dark tan- colour cloth jacket with black fur on collar ; 1 white- and- drab check blouse; 1 black- and- white spotted veil; 1 gentleman's gold signet ring ( stone missing) ; and 1 pair of earrings made from 2 three- penny pieres— KATE FARRELL, age 23, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., stout build, complexion pale, hair ( curled in front) anl eyebrows dark, lost several upper front teeth ; dress, tan colour double- breasted jaciket, black skirt, black straw hat, trimmed pink roses and black and pink ribbon, red cloth shoes. Waswea-. ing the stolen signet ring, white skirt, petticoat and veil. Supposed native of Dublin, where, she stated she had two si; teis in an orphanage. Warrant issue 1. Information to Chief Constable Edwards, Well- ngton. SUFFOLK. 40.— Ipswich ( County).— For obtaining, by false pretences, 27th January last, a lady's 18- ct. gold geneva watch, No. 84582— M. COLE, alias A. WILLIAMSON, and FRANK WILLIAMSON, late of 24, Dean- street, Newcastle- on- Tyne, and 4, Pier- terrace, South Shields, age about 30, height ft. 9 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, side whiskers and moustache dark, long thin fase; usually wears long overcoat and hard felt hat, carries a brown leather bag. Sometimes travels as canvasser and agent, and receives, by post, numerous packages, apparently containing chemical food for cattle. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Fisher, County Police Office, Ipswich. SUSSEX ( EAST). 43.— Brighton ( Borough).— For stealing, 21st inst, a bicycle ( recovered) — A man who gave the name of MAJOR CLARK and COMMANDER RICE, age about 33, height 6 ft., slight build, com- plexion florid, hair light, moustache sandy; dress, grey suit, stiaw hat; of gentlemanly appearance. Hal in his possession a nearly new black leather portmanteau. Warrant issued. 44— Brighton ( Borough).— For stealing, 19th irst., an overcoat ( recovered)— A MAN, age 18 to 20, height 5 ft. 7 in., slight build, complexion sallow, hair dark, speaks with French accent; dress, light grey suit, straw hat or tweed cap, brown boots. Appearance of a foreign waiter. Information to Chief Constable Carter, Brighton. 45.— Eastbourne ( Borough). — For obtaiLing money by false pretences, 16th iost.— J. WATSON ( supposed false), age 23 to 26, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., slight bnild, thin face, high cheekbones, hair brown ; dress, shabby dark mixture suit, black- and- red plaid scarf, dark skull cap. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Plumb, East- bourne. 46 — Hove ( Town).— For embezzlement, 6thicst. — WILLIAM HEWITT, late of 6, Spring- gardens, Brighton, age 24 or 25, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., slight build, complexion dark ( sunburnt), hair light brown, slight moustache light, eyes hazel, lancer tattooed on one arm, danciDg girl on the other; military appearance, walks very quickly; dress, & hort grey mixture coat and vest, striped grey trousers, dark blue cap, military lace boots. A porter, supposed to be well- known at Croydon. Warrant issued. Information to Major Teevar, Chief Constable, Hove. SUSSEX ( WEST). 47.— Steyning ( County).— For obtaining money by false pretences, on 16th inst.— JAMES BISHOP ( supposed false), age 25 to 30, height 5 ft. 10 in., hair and eyes dark, slight light moustache; dress, engine driver's blue jacket, dark trousers, cloth cap, with patent leather peak, and supposed nearly new boots, cnt in front. Supposed native of Charlwood, Surrey. Identical with man desiribed in Case No. 12, 18ih October, 1895. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Badger, Steyning. SURREY. 41.— Chertsey ( County).— For stealing 1 pair daik grey trou-: ers; 1 blue necktie ( snake down front); and 25s. silver STEVENS, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion, hair, and eyes dark, clean shaved; dress, dark t weel j icket, dark vest, light trousers with black stripo, light brown cap, brown leather boots; of gentlemanly appearance and good address. He obtained lodgings by stating that he came from Portsmouth, and was connected with the R> yal Society for the PreveLtioa of Cruelty to Animals, and insured cattle. See Case No. 17, 15th inst. Warrant issued. 42.— Chertsey ( County). — For deserting his wife and family, at Walton, on 6th inst.— ARTHUR PEARSON, age 26, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fair, scar on bridge of nose; addicted to drink; dress, black pilot jacket, white cord double- breasted vest, with pearl buttons, white moleskin trousers, purple scarf, brown cloth cap. May be working at waterworks. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hackman, Chertsey. WARWICKSHIRE. 48. — Stratford- on- Avon ( County). — For stealing a lady's silver lever watch, No. 87128, and silver albert chain— TWO MEN : lst, age about 22, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes dark; dress, dark suit, cloth cap, " Norwich " inside; 2nd, age about 20, height 5 ft. 3 in., com- plexion fair, hair dark brown, eyes dark, several front top teeth deficient; dress, dark blue serge suit, cloth cap, " Norwich " inside. 49. — Stratford- on- Avon.—( County).— For embezzling various sums of money, while Secretary to a Sick and Dividend Society at Beaudesert, 11th inst.— ARTHUR REUBEN NIBLETT, age32, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., complexion fresh, hair ( curly) light auburn, slight side whiskers and moustache, eyes blue; dress, dark blue cloth suit, hard felt hat, strong lace boots. A fitter, has been employed at the Henley- in- Arder Waterworks. Native of Chel- tenham, Gloucester. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Lambourne, Stratford- on- Avon. 50.— Birmingham ( City).— For stealing and forging a banker's cheque for £ 20, by which he obtained a pneumatic Arab safety bicycle ( new), No. 4112, fitted with Dunlop, 1896, plain tyres, ram's- horn shape handle bar, coralire handles with black tips ( left broken off), rat- trap pedals fitted with tce- clips, frame enamelled black, usual parts plated, " Tom- tit" lamp attached— JAMES RUSSEL, or CLEWLEY RUSSELL, a clerk or warehouseman, age 19, height 5 ft. 1 or 2 in , complexion fair, round face, hair brown, eyes grey, 2 scars on right and 2 on centre of forehead, 4 scars back of left forearm; dress, blue serge suit, patent leather shoes. Had with him a long black Newmarket overcoat. Last seen at Shrewsbury, 29th ult., when he stated he was going to Wrexham and Southport. His in his possession 3 other cheques, Nos. 4 THE POLICE GAZETTE. ' IIESDAY, MAY 19, 1896. 16 D, Q C032, 600- 1, and 6005, cn Lloyd's Bank, Birmingham. Warrant issued. 51 — Birmingham ( City). — For embezzling various- ums, amounting to £ 6— JOSEPH DUTTON, age about 4.0, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion pa^, oval face, hair, whibkers ( straggling) and moustache brown, < yes grey, abscess mark under both ears; dress, long double- breasted overcoat, dark coat and vest, black hard felt hat, turn- down collar, white t'. e. A grocer or canvasser; native of Stratford- cn- Avon. Warrant issued. 52.— Birmingham { City).— For forging and utteiirg a cheque for £ 75— JAMES DAWSON, age about 38, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion sallow, full round face, hair, moustache and eyes dark, usually waxes ends of his moustache ; dresses well, wears a silk hat. Has served in the Army. If in a military towr, will probably visit the sergeants' mess. An insurance company's clerk; Eupposed native of London. Warrant issued. Not to be apprehended beyond the United King- dom. Information to Chief Constab'e Farndale, Bir- mingham. 53.— Leamington ( Borough).— For stealing, 22iid irst, an old- fashioned knitted purse, ttsel and blue bjads, with rings, containing old coins, and 17s. 61— TWO MEN: 1st, age about 23, medium height, stout build, flit fece, hair rather curly, slight moustache; wearing dark cloth: s and cap; 2nd, age about 20, slight build, complexion fair, blight impediment ia speech; wealing dark clothes and C3p. They took lodgings representing that they were employed at a chemist's shop recently opened, and, after committing the larceny, left on the pretence of fetching their laggsgo. Both are want d fi r similar offences at Stratford- on- Avon an i Warwick on the same date. £ 2 REWARD. 54— Leamington ( Borough).— For deserting t! eir wives and families, leaving them chargeable to the Union— HENRY HOBDAY, age 39, height 5 ft. 6 in., slight build, complexion sallow, hair and moustache daik, eyes blue; dress, when lut seen, black coat and vest, brown plaid trousers, hard felt hat. A French- polisher. Absconded 29th November last.— JOHN CHARLES HODGK1NS, age 36, height 5 ft. 10 in., slight bu'ld, complexion and luir daik; dress, when last seen, black sjrge morniDg coat an! ve3t, light trousers, hard fait hah A gen- tleman'd servant. The above reward will ba paid by the Guardians cf the Warwick Union for the epprehensijn of ii ter. Warrants is3ued. Information to Chief Constable Brabner, Learn- ing'on. known as DUDLEY TOM, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion freih ( sunburnt) hair and rather heavy moustache brown; dress, old dark jacket and vest, brown cord trowsers, hard billycock hat, and clogs. An iron- worker; supposed native of Dudley. Works as a farm labourer during summer months, and is known in neighbourhood of Tenbury, Bromyaid, and Kidderminster. Warrant issued. Information to Depu'y Chief Con= table Wheeler, Worcester. YORKSHIRE ( WEST RIDING). 58.- Ingleton ( County).— For ottaining £ 5 10s. by false pietencer, at Bentham, on 13th inst.— A man who gave the name of H. GREY, (- upposed false), age about 4G, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion dark, hair dark brown ( turning grry), moustache and eyes grey; dress, dark bine coat and vest, dark striped trousers, grey cloth cap. la accompanied by a woman, age about 46. Had with them a leather portmanteau and a wooden box. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Gann, Ingleton. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 59 — Criminal Investigaton Department — Remanded at Bow- fctreet Police Court for the un- lawful possession of 1 gold bracelet, set 5 diamonds; 1 diamond crescent biooch, sit 13 diamonds, 95514 on setting; 1 gentleman's 18- carat gold half- hoop ring, set 5 diamonds ; 1 do. 18- cfc. gold English lever watch, No. 26709, " W. Meredith, Merthjr," cn work?, gold face, black figures and hands, minute hand missing; and 1 anchor silver brooch— EMILE HERVIEUX, age 19, height 5 ft. 7 iD., complexion sillow, hair and eyes daik brown, scar on right cheekbone, burn scar back of right hand, 2 scars right shin, 1 on top of heal; dress, light grey jacket suit, black tie, grey soft felt hat, patent leather lace boots. A native of Luxembourg. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. coat, moleskin trousers, bowler hat. Supposed pre- viously convicted. Had in his possession ( supposed stolen) : 1 rabbit trap, 1 pair black leather leggings, 2 pairs scissors, 1 spring balance, maker— Hughes. Information to Supt. Brooks, Beaminster. GLAMORGANSHIRE. 63.— Cardiff ( Borough).— Remanded till 1st prox., charged with unlawful possession of a brown leather sample bag, containing 3 new silver- plated forks; 1 new tack hammer; 1 grey flannel shawl with border of black stripes and fringe; 1 red, black, blue- and- white wcollen muffler- THOMAS ROSE, a marine fireman, age 39, height 5 ft. 4f in., complexion fair, hair brown, moustache reddish brown, eyes dark grey, nose broken and twisted to left, scar back of head, above left eyebrow, bridge of nose, inner side right wrist. Is at present partially crippled, owing to an injury to right ankle. States be was recently discharged from Greenwich Hospital. € 4. — Cardiff ( Borough). — Remanded, till 2nd pros., for larceny ( person) — THERESA RETEKIN, or ATKINSON, age 27, height 5 ft. 2 in., complexion sallow, oval face, hair brown, eyes grey, very small pupils, S3ar 1st joint right thumb, and 1st joint of index finger, ball of left thumb, left knee, and two on right shin, small mole over collarbone. States she is a native of Dundalk. Information to Head Constable McKouz'e, Cardiff. WORCESTERSHIRE. 55.— Upton- on- severn ( County).— For steal- ing, 11th inst., at Malvern Link, a Safety bicycle, diamond frame, black enameled, " Humber" pattern, 30- inch front wheel, 2^- inch back wheel, cushion tjres much worn, long link chain, direct Epakes, u; ual p- rts plated, spring saddle, it el mud- guar< s, rubber pedals and handles, makers — " Callcott Bros., X. L. Cycle Co., Coventry," on transfer— ARTHUR TOMBS, alias ' LONDON," age about 25, height about 5 ft. 7 in., slight build, complexion dark or sallow, hair dark, clean shaved, lost one eye, peculiar appearance, stammers, is an awkward walker; drass, when last seen, dark coat and vest, light trousers, white mufflor, black hard hat. A porter; hss been employed at Cardiff, Abergavenny, and Newport, Mon. Wari ant issued. _ Ii f rmation to Supt. Harrison, Upton- on- Severn £ 6.— Worcester ( County).— For housebieik- icg at Suckley, 21sfc inst., and stealing 1 lady's silver geneva watch, No. 34721, glass cracked; 1 gentleman's metal case verge watch, No. 3131 makers, " Debois and Wheeler, London"; 1 piir strong lace boots, s'ze 8, tip3 on heels, sprigs in front Boles, nearly new— A MAN, ago about 40, height 5 fr. 4 in., slight build, complexion rather dark, s ight moustache dark ; dress, eld dark rough cloth suit, dirty white turn- down collar, black hard felt hit, and the stolen boots. A tramp. 57.— Worcester ( County).— For stealing 10s. . and a halter, at Fernhill Heath, 26th ult.— A man BRECONSHIRE. 60.— Brecon ( County).— Committed for trial at Brecon Assizes, 10th prox., for larceny ( person)— THOMAS JONES, alias CURLY, and THOMAS LEWIS, age 23, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair ( cuilj) dark brown, eyes hazsl, soar over both eyes, cut maiks on right middle finger, blown specks on chest, scar on belly, 2 scars right shoulderblade; I centre of back and several on arms; dress, dark clcth jacket, dark brown cord waistcoat and trousers, hard felt hat. A labourer; supposed native of Abercarn or Shirenewton, Monmouth- shire. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Joseph Brecon. CHESHIRE. 61.— Egremont ( County).— Remanded till 1st prox. for attempted larceny ( person)— WILLIAM DAY, alias WILLIAM WOODHOUSE, age 63 height 5 ft. 5^ in , complexion fresh, hair, whiskers and moustache turning grey, eyes grey, cut- mark on forehead, scar bridge of nose, wart 3rd and 4th fingers left hand, all upper front teeth deficient dress, brown tweed suit, long greyish overcoat, brown cord cloth cap ; carried a mackintosh. Found ia his possession ( supposed stolen) : lady's long brown leather purse, brass knob fasten ing, containing 18s. l| d., a battered coin ressmbling a sixpence, an American half- dime dated 1854, and a return half railway ticket from Liverpool ( Central) to Rotherham via Marple and Hope, issued 23rd May, 1896, and a lady's brown morocco leather purse with five compartments, and one with flap, nickle- plated side clasp fastening. Is suspected of being a License Holder or Supervisee, and to be wanted elsewhere. Information to Chief Supt. H ndley, Egremont. HAMPSHIRE. 65.— Alton ( County).— Remanded till 2nd prox., for stealing a camera, & c. ( recovered)— CHARLES THOMAS VIPOND ( supposed false), age 35, height 5 ft. 7 ia., complexion fresh, hair auburn, moustache sandy, eyes grey, scar right cheek, temple, and groin, is addicted to drink; dress, blue serge suit, black hard felt hat, lace boots. A travelling photographer ; native of Burnley. Sup- posed previously convicted. Information to Supt. Hawkins, Alton. MONMOUTHSHIRE. 66.— Newport ( Borough). — Sentenced to 1 month's imprisonment, for stealing a dre3s picce— EMILY READER, age 51, height 5 ft. 5 in., com- plexion daik, hair black, eyes brown; dress, long black jacket, dark velvet dress, black bonnet with veil. A dressmaker; supposed nativo of Chester. Supposed previously convicted, and to be wanted for similar offerees elsewhere. Photograph can be seen on application. Information to Head Constable Sinclair, Newport. SHROPSHIRE. j 67. — Wellington ( County). — Expiree THOMAS TATTERSALL, Office No. 919- 6 ( Case 58, 3rd April, 1896, Cases 23, 39 and 40, 15th inst., and Case 29, 22nd inst.), committed for trial at the next Salop Quarter Sessions, 30th prox., for obtaining food, money and lodgings by false pretences. DORSETSHIRE. 62.— Beaminster ( County). — Remanded till lst prox.— JOSEPH NICHOLLS ( supposed false), a tramp, age 55, height 5 ft 3^ in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes grey, scar under left eye and cn right forearm, 2 scars back of left hand ; dress, long dark SUSSEX ( EAST). 63.— Eastbourne ( Borough).— Sentenced, 26th inst., to one month's imprisonment, for larceny ( person)— MINNIE WELBY, age 24, height 4 ft. 11 in., complexion sallow, hair and eyes brown; a native of London— EMMA DEAN, age 68, height 5 ft. 1 in., complexion sallow, hair and eyes grey; a native of Cambridge. Both supposed wanted elsewhere. Information to Chief Constable Plumb, East- bourne. SUSSEX ( WEST). 69.— Arundel ( County).— Committed for trial at next Quarter Sessions, 25th prox., for larceny and obtaining food and money by false pretences— A man giving the name of LIEUTENANT WEST, alias DOUGLAS, DE YERE, and HENRY FITZ- CLARENCE, ago 50 ( looks younger), height 5 ft. 6j in., complexion fresh, hair ( cut short) light brown ( turning grey), moustache light, eyes haze), FRIDAY, MAY .15, 1896., T H E POLICE G A Z E T T E. 29 red drawn scar on left cheek, front teeth missing, slight varicose veins left leg ; suffers from stricture ; dress, black diagonal suit, white straw hat with red band. States lie is an Irishman, and lived at 23, Church- street, Dublin, and that he has friends at the United Service Club, Dublin. He visits hotels, & o., and 6tates that he is a staff lieutenant of H. M. Navy on 6 months sick leave, that he has a large sum of money to draw, and pro- duces a letter, written on Army and Navy paper, authorising some well- known government officii' to pay an amount mentioned therein. He then states that } e has cheques, but is short of cash, obtains money to fetch his luggage, steals any article of jewellery he can, and dc camps. Supposed pre- viously convicted, and to be wanted elsewhere. Information to Supt. Kennett, Arundel. 70.— Steyning ( County).— Committed for trial, at next West Sussex Quarter Sessions, 25th prox., for larceny— JAMBS O'CONNOR, alias OSWALD CLEARY, MAJOR CL1RK, COMMANDER RICE, MAJOR CLANCE, and COL. CLEARY, age 38, height 5 ft. in,, complexion freckled, hair brown, moustache light, eyes light blue, scar right temple, o? gentlemanly appearance; dre3S, grey mixed tweed suit ( morning coat), white tie, white straw hat, black band, brown leather lace boots. An Army Reservist, late a serjeant of the 1st Battalion Connaught Rangers, which he left in May, 1894. Had in his possession a cheque- book on the London and County Banking Co., Ltd., Winchester Branch. Information to Supt. Bridger, Steyuing. PROPERTY STOLEN. CHESHIRE. 71.— Altrincham ( County).— 24th inst.— A Rudge- Whitworth safety bicycle, No. 5545, road racer handle- bar, non- slipping Dunlop tyres, tangent spokes, rat trap pedals, lamp, and bell. Information to Supt. Britton, Altrinchara. DURHAM. 72.— South Shields ( Borough). — Between 21st and 22nd inst., by shopbreaking — 1 lady's gold bangle, about £- in. thick, heart in centre, raised ivy leaf each side; 1 silver bangle, about | in. broad, clasp fastening, chased ivy leaves on top; 1 soft brown leather purse, gilt clasp fasten- ing, with letters " A. E. D." in right top corner; and £ 5 9s.— Suspicion is attached to a YOUTH, age 17 or 18, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., complexion fresb, hair light, eyes dark, cut scar left jaw ; dress, dark jacket and vest, cord trousers, dirty cloth peak cgp, lace boots. Information to Chief Constable Morant, South Shields. ESSEX. 73.— Southend- on- Sea ( County).— 26th inst. — 1 gold watch, " Presented to Mr. T. S. Knights" engraved inside case; 1 gold geneva watch, No. 3519, open face, thick glass, engine- turned case, white dial, with very small cracks therein, 2 holes in inner case with fast" and " slow " engraved under; 1 lady's small silver watch, " W. Leo" scratched inside case. Information to Supt. Simmonds, Southend- on- Sea. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 74— Fishponds ( County). — 19th inst, by " shopbreaking, at Saint George— 1 lady's silver geneva watch, No. 14508, marked " E/- "; 1 silver lever, No. 19231, marked " F/- 1 do., No. 42093; 1 do., No. 32442; 1 silver stop- watch, No. 23245; 1 silver geneva stop- watch, No. 365; 1 do., No. 67935 ; I do., No. 16908; 1 lady's silver watch, No. 43458; 1 diver watch, No. 22055; 1 do., No. 4686; 1 silver verge watch, maker, " Rose, . London"; 1 silver hunting watch, No. 3734; 1 silver lever, No. 124228; 1 silver verge, maker, " Parkinson, London"; 1 silver English lever; 1 American silver lever, No. 4241736; 1 lady's silver watch, No. 8623 ; 1 silver watch, No. 22731 ; .1 do , No. 14302; I silver English lever, No. 7317, maker " Burdess" ; 1 lady's silver watch, No. 22405; 1 si'ver English lever, No. 13204; 1 silver lever, No. 25437; 1 silver English lever, No. 7781 ; 1 do., No. 71421; 1 do. No. 14334; 1 silver watch, No. 31940; 1 me'al keyless watch; 1 silver lever, No. 4319920; about 20 22- ct. wedding rings; several silver alberts ; 1 gold albert; 1 gold guard ; 20 dress rings; and other articles. Information to Supt. Matthews, Fishponds. HAMPSHIRE. 75.— Winchester ( City).— 14th inst., by house- breaking— 1 silver fruit knife, fork aud spoon, round chased handles, " E. A. G." engraved thereon; I lady's long cable- pattern gold chain, swivel at end ; 1 silver necklet, small twisted pattern ; 1 Lrge silver locket, oval shape, hair inside, " E. D. H." supposed to be engraved thereon; 1 gold filigree Maltese cross, size about ins.; 1 pair gold filigree ear- rings ; 1 silver band bracelet, in. wide, snap fastening; 1 do., 1 in. wide, srap fastening; 1 small gold neck- chain; 1 plain gold seal with initials thereon, and other trinkets, on a ring; 1 small gold neck- chain, twisted pattern ; 1 very wide gold buckle keeper ring, chased, ( worn inside) ; 1 lady's gold mourning ring, hair round band, set very dark blue forget- me- not and 2 pearls; 1 lady's white metal albert chain, curb pattern, bar at end, a small piece cf chain with a gilded threepenny- piece attached; 1 large round green cut- glass scent bottle, silver top, embossed; 1 small scent bottle, silver top, embossed; 1 silver- bar brocch, " Emmie" thereon; 1 oval- shape cor- nelian brooch, set in gold.— Supposed by TWO MEN: 1st, age 40 to 45, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion dark, hair and small side whiskers dark brown; dress, black frock coat, dark trousers, blaok hard felt hat. 2nd, age about 45, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., stout build, complexion, hair and moustache dark; dressed in black sait ( coat much faded), black hard felt hat. Both of shabby appearance. Information to Supt. Felton, Winchester. 76.— Portsmouth ( Borough).— 25th inst, by housebreaking— 1 silver tea- pot, very massive, floral design with shields embossed all round, gold lined, stands on 4 legs, ' Victorian" maker's stamp, •< E. B." and " L B.", pattern No. 554, year, letter y, lion, leopard's head, and U stamped on bottom, may also have 425- 8- 2 GA. scratched across bottom, bears the following inscription on one side : " Pre- sented to William Hall by the Parishioners of Chelsea, London, on his retiring from business, November 6tb, 1865"; 1 sugar- basin to match, with monogram " W. H." on one shield ; 12 silver tea- spoons; 1 pair sugar- tongs, large size, very heavy, King's pattein, monogram " W. H." on each. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Portsmouth. ISLE OF WIGHT. 77.— Ryde ( Borough). — Between 23ih and 30th ult.— 1 lady's gold watch; 1 gold chain; 2 sets of appendages ; 5 gold brooches ; 1 gold- rim double eye- glass and chain; 1 plain filagree gold brooch diamond in centre; 2 gold brooches, rubies in centre; 1 gold brooch, set onyx; 2 silver chains; 2 silver lockets; 2 plain gold rings; 1 gold ring, set black stone; 1 gold name brooch; 1 long fine gold chain; 1 carved brooch, set 2 diamonds; 1 gold necklet and wristlet. Information to Head Constable Hinks, Ryde. KENT. 78.— Sandgate ( County).— 21st inst., by bur- glary— 1 ivory miniature of a girl, with gold rim, curl of brown hair in back, and " E. D. S." in mono- gram thereon; 1 small toy oval hand- glass, silver back; 1 embossed silver sugar- bowl, gilded inside, about 3 in. high by 4 in. diameter; 1 silver sandwich- box, in. high; 1 long gold chain; some coral links; 1 small gold brooch, flower thereon ; 1 small cup, with handle each side; I silver mustard- pot, with blue glass lining, and spoon; 1 silver sugar- castor ; 1 silver cruet, 4 glasses, crest— oak tree with serpent twisted round trunk on top of mustard and pepper boxes; 1 very small silver kettle; 1 Indian silver thimble; I coronet; 1 oak photo case, oval shape, monogram " E. G. S. R.", in black and gold, engraved thereon; 1 onyx head scarf- pin; 1 pair silver links; 2 jubilee sovereigns, and 1 half ditto. Information to Supt. Waghorn, Sandgate. LANCASHIRE. £ 2 REWARD. 79.— Leigh ( County).— 21 st inst., at Earlestown — 1 gent'eman's silver lever hunting watch, No. 28070, white eraaielled dial ( sunk), plain casep, shield and garter on back; 1 gold albert, long link curb pattern, with spade ace guinea as pendant; 1 gentleman's gold signet ring, set carbuncle; 1 brown tweed jacket and vest, usual pockets, brown bone buttons, b'ack lining; 1 linen handker- chief, wi'h views of Blackpool printed thereon. The above reward will be paid by Mr. Edward Roberts, 4, King- street, Earlestown, for such infor- mation as will lead to the apprehension and con- viction of the thief or thieves, and recovery of the property, or in propoition to the amount recovered. Information to Supt. Higginbotham, Leigh. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. 80.— Kettering ( County).— 15th inst., from a Temperance Hotel— 1 lady's gold English lever watcb, No. 2372 ; 1 lady's gold guard, cuib pattern ; 1 pair gold eye- glasses, sma'l chain attached; I large oval diamond and sapphire brocch, 3 pendants attached ; 1 gold dress- ring, set blue stone; 1 ditto, set 5 d amonds; 2 ditto, e3ch set with large diamond ; 8 £ 5 Bank of England note3, and £ 8 10s. gold— Suspicion is attached to A MAN, who slept at the hotel on the night of 14th, aud left on 15th. and under whose bed a cash- box, which contained the above, was found concealed: age about 30, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 iu., complexion sallow, long features, hair ( wavy in front) and moustache black, spoke with London accent; dress, black coat and vest, very light serge trousers, black hard felt hat. Information to Supt. Andrews, Kettering. SOMERSETSHIRE. 81.— Bath ( City).— During the past week — 1 gold bracelet, with hair plait; 1 chased silver bracelet; 2 ditto, chased and ornamented; 1 gold pin, with twisted knob; 1 ditto, set red stone; 1 old- fashioned silvfr watch; 1 lady's gold watch, gold dial, with gun- metal brocch attached; 1 gentle- man's heavy open- face gold watch, wheel winders, " Made at the Triing'e, Clifton, Bristol"; 1 gold bracelet, chased, with chain attached; 1 gold brooch, set pearls, oblong shape; 1 lady's gold dress- ring, set red stone; 1 lady's gold dress- ring, set with tuiquoise ; 1 gilt safety- pin brooch. Information to Lt.- Col. Gwyn, Chief Constable, Bath. SUSSEX ( EAST). 82.— East b OII rn e( Bi- rough).— 19th inst.— ldemi- hunttr gold keyless watch, No. 401S4 ; 1 gold chain, long link pattern, silver match- box attached; 1 old gold watch, maker, " Hurst, Leeds"; 1 lady's old fashioned gold watch, gold dial, chased edge, shield on back; 1 cable pattern plated albert; 1 gold hunter, No. 14407, maker, " Web iter, Corahill"; 1 s Iver demi- hunter watch, maker, " Dent "; 1 silver geneva watch, " Bennett's Observatory, Cheapside," engraved on works. 21st inst. — An old pnematic safety bicycle, makers—" Smith & Soos, Saltly," b\ iok rubber handles, right split, double gong bell, rubber pedals, stay of back mud- guard bent. Information to Chief Constable Plumb, East- bourne. WILTSHIRE. 83.— Salisbury ( City).— 21st inst., by house- breaking — 1 lady's plain gold band ring, with diamond in centre ; 1 do., set pearls with diamond in centre ; 1 do., set 6 pearls, with garnet in centre; 1 old- fashioned gold ring, set with red and green stone; 1 open- face silver watch, maker, " Sewell, London," on works; 4 silver- gilt bangles; I pair of silver apron pins; 1 silver gilt brooch; 1 gold scarf ring, with 3 boles, initials " J. R." on front; 1 gentleman's gold double albert chain, an oval gold locket and Maltese cross, with initials " F. W. B." on one side, attached ; 1 very old gold ring, with blood- stone; 1 twisted gold wire over hair ring, with initials " J. M. W." ; 1 very old silver watch, maker, " Whitehurst, Derby," ; 1 large cameo brooch, subject " The Holy Family "— Supposed by THREE MEN — 1st, age about 30, height 5 f\ 6} in., complexion fair, hair light brown, moustache light; dress, dark navy - blue jacket, vest and trousers of a lighter shade, black bowler hat; of gentlemanly appearance. 2nd, age about 25, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., complexion fresb, hair dark brown, clean shaved; dress, grey jacket suit, black bowler bat. 3rd, age 25, height 5 ft. 6 T H E POLICE GAZETTE. TUESDAY, JUNE 2 , 1896. .2 in.; dress, dark brown jacket suit, black bowler hat. Tfco last two men had the appearance of jockeys. Information to Head Constable Matthews, Salisbury. WORCESTERSHIRE. 84.— Bromsgrove ( County). — 1st inst., at Rsdditch— 1 lady's gold geneva watcb, No. 28122, silver- gilt dial, cracked glass ; 1 lady's gold geneva demi- hunter, blue enamelled on back and face; 1 lady's gold geneva, dial discoloured ; 1 lady's ditto, gilt dome, No. 109116; 1 lady's gold geneva lever, No. 17319, gold dial, chased back, glass cracked. Information to Supt. Jeffrey, Bromsgrove. 85.— King's Heath ( County).— 25th inst, by housebreaking— 1 6- chamber revolver ( loaded), nickel- plated barrel, ivory handle, pin- fire ; I Belgian meerschaum pipe, straight stem, coloured amber mouthpiece, nearly new, in red morocco c ise; 1 bull- dog meerchautn pipe, bowl slightly cracked, in black morocco case; Ismail straight stem meer- schaum pipe in black case; 2 gold studs ; 1 gold scarfpin, buckle pattern; 1 gold scarfpin, red coral and small diamond in centre ; 1 gold " lover's knot" scarfpin ; 1 small moonstone stud, set silver gilt; 1 twisted gold brooch, 18- ct., very old; 1 silver butterfly brooch, jewel 6ye ; 1 silver brooch, marked ' Clare " ; 1 plain silver brooch, about 2 inches long, very narrow; 1 solid silver necklet, filigree work; 1 silver bracelet; 3 silver bangles, with several coins, some Chinese, I sixpenny piece with initials " W. S." and several threepenny pieces; 1 set gold- plated sleeve links, chased ; 1 large silver pocket fruit knife, pearl handle, silver plate thereon ; 1 silver bracelet, link pattorn, set greea stones, " lover's knot" on back; 1 gold pendant key, set 2 blood- stones, shuts with spring ia gold band, tngraved; 1 silver- gilt scarfpin, set moonstone; 1 jubilee six- pence ; 1 three- halfpenny piece ; and seveial foreign coins. Information to Snpt. Wasley, King's Heath. YORKSHIRE ( EAST RIDING). 86.— Hull ( Borough).— 19th irst.— 1 lady's gold keyless hunting watch, No. 10807, small gold chain and teapot pendant attached. 27th ult.— 1 gentleman's silver geneva watch, No. 197097 A. B. 16th inst.— 1 silver lever watch, No. 53963; 1 silver case watch, No. 1829 S. A.; 1 nickel cylinder watch, No. 32606. 24th inst.— 1 silver medal, " N. U. F. O. G." and " Presented to Bro. A. Ferguson, by Officers and Members of the ' Forget- me- not' Lodge, 1392 H. D., for services rendered, January 24th, 1895," and " A. F." in monogram on opposite side. Information to Capt. Gurxey, Chief Constable, Hull. YORKSHIRE ( NORTH RIDING). 87.— Leyburn ( County).— Between 10th and 12th inst., from Wen3ley Church — The brass top of an altar bookstand with shank, size about 1 foot wide by I ft. 3 in. long, divided into 4 squares, per- forated scroll work, " In memory of Ethel Jean Cathcart " engraved thereon. Supposed by tramps. Information to Supt. Archer, Leyburn. 88— Northallerton ( County).— 14th inst., at Thirek races— A silver lever watch, chronometer balance, maker " Cattaneo, Stockton- on- Tees," No. 2809, " Wm. Eden" on inside case, gold curb pattern albert, with a 25- pessta gold coin attached. Information to Deputy Chitf Constable Hutchinscn, Northallerton. APPREHENSIONS. 92.— Metropolitan Police District, B Division.— ALFRED JUDD, alias PAUL SUE, Case No. 2, 17th ult. 93 — City of London — ARTHUR H. PR ITT, Case No. 7, 3rd May, 1895. 9i. — Berkshire, Reading ( Borough).— ROBERT HENRY WEBB, Case No. 4, 22nd inst. 95.— Hampshire, Southampton ( Borough). — MAX FISCHER, Case No. 14,10th January last, at Hull. 96.— Herefordshire, Ledbury ( County).— Expiree THOMAS TATTERS ALL, Offijo No. 919- 6, Case No. 29, 22nd inst., and committed for trial at Ludlow, Salop. 97.— Staffordshire, Burslem ( County).— JOHN HALL, Case No. 44, and ALBERT PARR, Case No 45, 22nd inst. 98— Sussex ( West), Arundel ( County).— MAN, Case No. 55, 22nd inst., and property recovered. LATEST WFOSMATION. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 99.— D Division.— For stealing, 27th inst., 1 gold bracelet, stt diamonds and 6 round pearls ; 1 pair gold earrings, set diamonds ; 1 diamond crescent brooch, set two rows of diamonds, safety chain attached; 1 lady's gold diamond ring, ruby in centra; 1 diamond gold ring, set 3 diamonds ( 2 of the diamonds with flaws) ; 1 ditto, set 2 small diamonds and 2 rubies; 1 ditto, set 1 sapphire; 1 ditto, set 3 emeralds; 1 ditto, set 2 pearls and 2 turquoise; 1 gold tiger claw bracelet, Indian mako; 1 old- fashioned brooch, photo of a lady painted on front; 1 gold carved Japanese bracelet; 1 gold enamelled beetle pin; 1 hair ornament with crystal; 1 cluster turquoise hair- pin ; 1 gold hair- pin, set 3 brilliants; 1 silver vinaigrette, gilt inside ; a yellow metal pin, with an Indian coin, size of sixpence, 4 time3 as thick, hangs in cratch ; gentleman's old- fashioned plain gold vergo watcb, gold dial; 1 dark and- light knotted malacca cane, crook handle, silver mounted top; and £ 35 gold— A MAN, age about 24, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion swarthy, hair and eyes very dark, clean shaved, hair stands up, red mark en left side of face; dress, black morning coat and vest, dark striped trousers, black hard felt hat, brown boots. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. ANIMALS, & c., STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 89.— J Division.— 23rd inst.— A chestnut mare, 13£ hands, shaggy coat, long mane and tail, shod all round, in good condition, heavy with foal. 90.— Y Division.— 21st inst.— A chestnut mare, 15 hands, short mane and tail, few white spots under saddle; 2 sets brass- mounted harness; and a butcher's cart, painted chocolate colour, " Cheatle, Butchers 173, Caledonian- road," in gold letters on sides * Job Scudder & Son, Butchers, Deptford," on near side panel. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. PROPERTY RECOVERED. DENBIGHSHIRE. 91.— Wrexham ( County).— Bicycle, Case No G7, 15th inst., arid- thief apprehended. PERTHSHIRE. 100.— Perth ( County).— For criminally assault- ing a woman, at Almondoank, 24th inst.— ARCHI- BALD ANDERSON, age 24, height 5 ft. 8 iu., stout build, complexion sunburnt, hair brown, moustache and side whiskers light, slouching gait, " Prince of Wales" feathers on left forearm ; dre? s, light cr grey tweed knickjrbooker suit, heather mixture stockings, grey peak cap, strong lace boots. A deserter from the Gordon Highlanders at Aber- deen. May endeavour to re- enlist under an assumed name, or may bo found associating with poachers. Is a cyclist, and may obtain a bicycle on loan or hire. Was convicted of assault with intent to ravish, at Perth, on 12ih July, 1890, at which time he was employed as a farm servant, but subse- quently worked as a coal miner. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable of Perthshire, Perth. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. SUSSEX ( EAST). 101. — Battle ( County).— Remanded till 2nd prox., for sheep stealing— WILLIAM BALCOMBE, age 33, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fair, sunburnt, hair light ( inclined to ginger), slight whiskers and moustache, eyes grey; dress, old light grey suit, and plaid cap. Native of Ticehurst, Sussex. For the past 4 years La* attended race meetings, fairs, markets, & c. Supposed wanted elsewhere. Information to Supt. Plumb, Battle. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 102.— P Di visiorv**- 26th inbt., by housebreaking — 2 gold watches ( 1st, a gentleman's keyless levt r half- hunter, white dial, steel hands, " Newcastle- on- Tyne " on works; 2od, a lady's lever, white dial, engraved back) ; 2 gold alberts ( Ist, a gentleman's 22- ct. gold fetter link pattern, squara pendant; 2nd, a lady's fancy pattern, shell pendant attached) ; a set of gentleman's gold studs, chased ; 2 lady's gold riogs ( 1st, half hoop, set 5 diamonds; 2nd, an old do., square setting, 4 diamonds, pearl in centre); 1 silver match box, engraved " C. S. C."; 1 old silver snuff box, lid inlaid, peb'olo and 7 balls coronet; 1 small mahogany jewellery box; 1 gold brooch, raised centre, size of half- crown; 1 fancy figured candle shade; 1 large diamond pin, claw setting; 1 silver- mounted meerschaum pipe; 1 amber cigar holder; 1 lizard s'iin cigar case, lined light Russia leather; 1 cigarette do.; 1 dark leather pocket- book, gold hinges and corners; 1 gold pin, diamond set in centre; 5 silver- plated table forks; 3 silver tea- spoons, " C. A. F." engraved thereon; 1 black morning coat and vest; 1 blue serge jacket and ve& t. 103.— W Division.— 27th inst., by honsebreak- iog— A lady's small gold geneva watch, and a small gold curb pattern chatn ; a gentleman's double- case silver Waltham lever watch, " Waltham Lever " on works, " William John Burstow, Horsham, Sussex," scratched on inside of outer case, " W. B." on back of case; a double- case old- fashioned lever watch, enamelled dial, cracked, " John Burstow " scratched on outside of ca- e ; a gold bracelet, buckle pattern, chased, buckle broken; a gold square bangle, set 6 paste diamonds; a leopard's claw brooch, set ia gold ; a gold mourning ring, buckle pattern, contain- ing hair; a lady's gold ring, set 2 sapphires and a diamond; a small oblong brooch, set pearls round edge and Eeed pearls in centre, shape of a bnnch of roses. 104.— w Division.— 27th in3t., by housebreak- ing— 1 gold brooch, set turquoise in centre, fringo round edge; 1 silver pendant brooch, necklet, and 2 bracelets to match; 1 large gold oval brooch, photo of a gentleman in naval uniform in centre; 1 silver keyless watch, maker, Clarke, Brixton- road; 2 gold bracelets ( 1 light blue, 1 dark blue enamelled); 2 pairs of opera glasses ( 1 mother- o'- pearl, 1 black); 1 new black silk skirt; 1 gold necklet, flit links, chased ; 1 Maltese cross, paste diamonds, set in gold, gold necklet to match ; 1 gold curb bracelet; 1 dark blue enamelled bracelet; 1 small gold locket, set £ turquoise, hair at back ; 1 gold neck chain with onyx, heart shape, white hair at back; 1 small gold pencil- case; 1 silver do.; 1 silver nccklet; 2 bracelets ( 1 wide band, 1 narrow) ; 1 pair gold ear- rings, 3 drops; 1 gold bar brooch, pearls each end; 1 gold ring, set garnets; 1 gold signet ring, set turquoise; 1 gold do., set bloodstone; 2 plain gold pins ; 1 do., set onyx ; 1 small turquoise ring, with small diamonds ; I gold locket with hair; 1 do., with lady's photo; 1 vermilion sigoet ring; 1 tortoiseellieU brooch ; 1 silver filigree brooch; 1 small gold whip brooch ; 1 pair spectacles. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. ESSEX. 105.— Chelmsford ( ao « « < t/).- 26th lust.— A gentleman's silver geneva watch, No. 4019' 6, maker " Henry E. Peck," silver curb- pattern albert with red bloodstone, bicycle engraved thereon, attached. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Somerset, Chelmsford. YORKSHIRE ( NORTH RIDING). 106.— Guisborough ( County).— 25th inst., at Redcar— A lady's gold lever- watch, No. 39913, " E. Clay, 1882," scratched on back of inner case, white dial, steel hands, engravod on back, piece of gold chain about 4 inches long with small gold locket and gold folding button- hook attached. Information to Snpt. ClarksoD, Guisborougt. APPREHENSIONS. 107— Metropolitan Police District, G Division— ALFRED MERRIMAN, Case No. 5, 21st February last. 108.— Dorsetshire, Poole ( County).- WIL- LIAM GEORGE BARTLETT, Case No. 9, 8th inst. 109.— Lancashire, Liverpool ( City).— Supervisee JOHN ROONEY, Office No. 47537, Case No. 8, 13th December, 1835. 110.— Sussex ( East), Battle ( County).-. WILLIAM BALCQMBE, Case No. 53, .22nd inst. FRIDAY, MAY 29, 1896. T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. 7 £ 5 REWARD. J^ OST, in the neighbourhood of the Strand or Savoy Street, a single stone DIAMOND RING. The above reward will be paid to finder by Mr. GROSE, Willings', 125, Strand, W. C. T OST, on 20th April, at Stone, a white BULL TERRIER BITCH, 24 lbs. weight, five years old; answers to name " Daisy." Supposed to have followed some person belonging to Miss Alexandra's circus which visited Stone that day. Information to the Superintendent of Police, Stone. Hackney Furnishing Company's NEW HIRE SYSTEM. Cheapest, Best, and Most Economical. 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