PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SEKIES. FRIDAY, JANUARY 22, 1897. VOL. XIV., No. 1364. REaU LATIONS. 1. All announcements for insertion in the Por. ICE GAZETTE, and all communications upon them, should be addressed to THE EDITOR OP THE POLICE GAZETTE, NEW SCOTLAND YAKD, 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 ail 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. • 6. Every announcement, if for the apprehension of a person, must be guaranteed by the. signature of an officer of not cess 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 muit be guaranteed by an officer of not less rank than Inspector, or analogous thereto. 8. A nnouncements of all persons to be apprehended or of stolen property bear a number, and art alphabetically arranged by counties. 9. The force which causes particulars concerning delinquents or sto'en 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 ann mncementfor 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 mag result from such publication. 11. Announcements for the Friday issue should be forwarded so as to be received notlaterthan noon on Wednesday, and for the Tuesday edition not later than Saturday morning. They must be dearly written on erne 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, New Scotland Yard, by cheque, crossed " Drummond dk Co.," Post Office Order payable at Parliament- st., 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 misting can only be accepted as advertisements. H. 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. CI). 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. IDENTIFICATION OF PRISONERS. THE EDITOR requests that Chief Officers of Police, when forwarding for identifica- tion by the Metropolitan Police the Photo- graphs and descriptive forms of Persons in custody, will please see that the specific offence is stated, e. g. :— Stealing £ 1,000 from bank ; stealing pair of boots from shop door; stealing bale of silk, van unattended, & c., & c. This may often prove a ready means of recognition, and Judges have recently complained of the absence of such particulars in dealing with previous convictions. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 1.— L Division.— For obtaining a horse by false pretences— THOMAS FOWLER, age about 45, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair and mous- tache brown ( turning grey); dress, long fawn over- coat, dark trousers, black hard felt hat, or light cloth cap. Warrant issued. 2.— V Division.— For stealing, 1st inst., a tricycle ( recovered) COUCHY, a Frenchman, age 24, ( looks older), height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion, hair ( turn- ing grey), moustache and eyes dark. Cannot speak English; dress, dark overcoat, speckled trousers, light cloth cap or silk hat, button boots. Warrant issued. Information to bo forwarded to tho Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. CITY OF LONDON. 3.— For failing to surrender to his bail, 12th inst., charged with fraud— CHARLES HAMLYN, alias HENRY MILLER, A. H. STONE, etc., late of 14, Holborn, and Matford Hall, Exeter, age about 30, height 5 ft. 7 in., slight build, complexion fair, hair and moustache light, eyes ( rather sunken) hazel, mumbles when speaking; dresses weM. A betting man. Warrant issued. 4 — For attempting to obtain £ 775 on a bill of exchange by false pretences— T. A. HEGEWALD, alias BARKER, late of 19, High Street, Stoke New- ington, age 22, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion, hair and slight moustache dark, of smart appearance; dress, dark overcoat, frock coat, high silk hat. Ab- sconded about 29th ult. May be accompanied by his wife, height about 5 ft. 4 in. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. 5.— Portrait and description of WILLIAM REES, late of 51 and 52, Aldersgate Street, E. C., and 10, , . l ; —|— S 8— I 2 T H E POLICE G A Z E T T E. JANUARY £ 2, 1897. Hyde Park Mansions, W., whose apprehension is sought, for forgery, age 55 to 60, height about 5 ft. 10 in., complexion ruddy, hair, whiskers ( cut to point) and moustache iron grey, well- built; of good address and distinguished appearance; dress, dark chesterfield overcoat, dark suit, high silk hat with mourning band. An artificial flower manufacturer. A Welshman. Is well- known in the North of England. Warrant issued. 6.— For housebreaking and assault— ALBERT EDWARD WRAIGHT, alias BANDY WRAIGHT, age 29, height 5 ft. 10 or 11 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache light brown, eyes brown, swing- ing gait; dress, light fawn jaoket, cardigan jacket, police uniform trousers, black alpine hat. An Army Reservist of the 3rd Grenadier Guards; native of Swanscombe, Kent. May be employed at gasworks. Warrant issued. Information to Supt McWilliam, 26, Old Jewry, E. C. BERKSHIRE. 7.— Maidenhead ( County).— For housebreaking, Nth inst., and stealing 1 pair gold eye- glasses ( old), and about £ 4— TWO MEN. 1st, age 35 to 38, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion ( supposed) dark, wearing dark overcoat, silk hat, small tie. 2nd, age 35 to 38, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., supposed fair com- plexion, wearing brown overcoat, white muffler, silk hat. Information to Supt Dorrell, Maidenhead. 8.— Reading ( County).— For embezzlement, at Mortimer— CHARLES GRAINGER, age 40, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes grey, round- shouldered; dress, brown check suit, black hard hat. A native of Wokingham. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Pocock, Reading. 9.— Reading ( Borough).— For stealing from his lodgings, 4th inst., £ 4— A man, who gave the name of DOBSON, age 40 to 45, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion and hair ( turning grey) dark, moustache brown, eyes dark ; dress, fawn coloured covert coat, dark suit, gutta percha collar, broad tie with dark horseshoe pin with white centre, lace boots. Represented himself to be a canvasser for the Prudential Assurance Co., and endeavoured to obtain employment at the local branch ; stated his intention of going to Oxford. Warrant issued. 10.— Reading ( Borough).— For obtaining money by false pretences— ARTHUR DUDLEY JACKSON, age about 23, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., hair dark brown, slight light moustache, eyes brown, right foot very flat. Has worked at boot repairing shops, and was recently employed as a canvasser by a firm of watchmakers. Is said to be well known at Petersfield, Slough, Portsmouth, Portsea and Guild- ford. Warrant issued. Information to Head Constable Tewsley, Reading. CHESHIRE. 11.— Altrincham ( County).— For deserting his family— THOMAS HENRY BANNER, age 33, height 5 ft. 10 or 11 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache brown, eyes grey, face blotched; dress, black jacket, cord trousers, brown cap. A brick- layer's labourer. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Britton, Altrincham. 12.— Egremont ( County).— For stealing, 30th ult., from an hotel at West Kirby, 1 dull srold brooch, diamond in centre, in an oval- shaped morocco leather case, vacant place for earring at each end; 1 gold brooch, made out of 2 earrings, to match the above, with diamond in centre of each earring; 1 gold chain bracelet; 1 gold bracelet, oval shape, with clasp and chain, in case lined with blue veivet, and stamped " Burns, Bold Street, Liverpool"; 1 lady's gold ring, set 3 diamonds; 1 lady's gold ring, set 1 diamond ( set rather high); 1 lady's gold chain ( thin), had attached a watch key and a small gold locket; 1 gold safety- pin, horse- shoe pattern, set pearls; 1 gold ( large size) breast pin, horse- shoe pattern, set 5 diamonds, and a black and red silk tie, in which the breast- pin was fastened; 1 black onyx brooch, about 1 in. in length, oval shape, with shape of bird, con- sisting of pearls in centre; 1 dark grey overcoat, sacque shape, partly lined with black silk, 2 pockets and ticket- pocket inside, and usual pockets outside, which contained several letters and 3 telegrams, ad- dressed " Mr. Seddon, Marysville, King's Gap, Hoy- lake," and some " Mr. Seddon. New Hydro. Hotel, West Kirby"; 1 soft black felt hat, American shape, high crown; 1 black mask, trimmed with black lace, about 2 in. long; 1 dark brown leather purse, con- taining £ 4 or £ 5 in gold; 1 ordinary fold- over purse, containing 10s. in silver, and several postage stamps. — JOSEPH REYNOLDS ( supposed false), age about 37, height about 5 ft. 8 in., complexion dark, face blotched, long thin features, hair ( thin on top) and long moustache brown, one eye bloodshot, mark over left eye, small scar on nose, of dissipated appear- ance; wearing the stolen overcoat and hat, dark grey trousers, patent composition cutis and collar. Sup- posed a clever hotel thief. Information to Chief Supt. Hindley, Egremont. CUMBERLAND. 13.— Penrith ( County).— For deserting his wife and 3 children, leaving them chargeable to the Alston and Garrigell Union— MARTIN McGREVY, age about 56, height 6 ft. 1 in., slight build, complexion fresh, hair ( thin) and eyes grey, 2 boil marks on neck, 1 on left thigh. Tramps the county, sharpening saws. Frequents common lodging- houses. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Bell, Penrith. DENBIGHSHIRE. 14.— Wrexham ( County).— For stealing a suit of clothes— GEORGE JONES, age 36, height 5 ft. 8A in., complexion sallow, hair and moustache dark brown, has lost two upper front teeth, stoops when walking; dress, dark jacket and vest, postman's trou- sers. An Army Reservist; native of Ruabon. He was sentenced to one month imprisonment at Welshpool, in October last, for stealing tools, in name of WIL- LIAM ANSON. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Jones, Wrexham. DEVONSHIRE. 15.— Exeter ( County).— For stealing ( by trick) 25 fowls— A. J. COOPER, age 36, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., hair, side whiskers and moustache dark, large feet, stoops slightly; dress, dark brown plaid suit ( may be wearing striped trousers), long brown over- coat with plaid lining, black or brown felt hat. He advertises for fowls, and after obtaining possession decamps without paying. Left Newton Abbott, for Paddington, 3rd ult. Had in his possession a big chestnut horse. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable of Devon, Exeter. DUBLIN. 16.— Dublin ( City).— For embezzling, on 21st September last,£ 222, the moneys of H. M. Postmaster- General— JAMES BURSLEM LOVEROCK, age about 40, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., slight build, com- plexion pale, heavy sandy moustache, prominent nose, large eyes; when last seen wore dark overcoat, black hat. An ex- clerk at the General Post Office, Dublin. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Lanktree, Detective Depart- ment, Exchange Court, Dublin. ESSEX. 17.— Epping ( County).— For deserting his wife and four children, leaving them chargeable to the Ongar Union - CHARLES HERBERT MARTIN, age 34, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion ruddy, hair dark, eyes brown. An engine driver. Native of Blackmore. Was last seen at Plaistow. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Womack, Epping. GLAMORGANSHIRE. 18.— Cardiff ( Borough).— For shopbreaking— ERNEST , age 24, height 5 ft. 4 in., liair dark brown, small dark moustache; dress, long dark brown overcoat with velvet collar, dark blue jacket and vest, brown stripe trousers, dark blue peak cap, striped silk neckerchief, wore a gold ring set with stone on little finger. GEORGE or HARRY , age 18, height 5 ft., complexion dark, hair light brown, eyes dark, small nose, one upper front tooth broken, knees appear to be weak; dress, short dark blue overcoat, dark jacket and vest, black and brown plaid trousers, seaman's cap, blue silk neckerchief, wore gold ring with stone on little finger. ( See Case No. 80, 27th November, 1896.) 19.— Cardiff ( Borough).— For stealing, 31st ult., from his lodgings, 1 nearly new dark grey double- breasted Irish frieze overcoat, 4 outside pockets, plaid lining; 1 boy's fawn- coloured overcoat with cape; 1 boy's Oxford print shirt; 1 pair lace boots, size 7, worn ; 2 new white butchers' smocks, large size, supposed marked " Tucker & Co., Ld., Bath"; 1 plain silver cup, 6 or 7 in. high— ARTHUR WOODS, age 35, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., slight build, bow legged; dress, black ( morning coat) worsted suit, red, white and blue muffler, grey or blue serge cap, and the stolen boots. Information to Head Constable McKenzie, Cardiff. HAMPSHIRE. 20.— Bournemouth ( County).— For stealing, 18th inst., 1 gentleman's silver lever watch, minute hand bent, dial cracked, very dirty case; 2 ladies' silver geneva watches, Nos. 57533 and 9304 ; 1 gentleman's silver geneva hunter watch, No. 24512, two initials engraved on ease ; 1 gentleman's silver Waltham lever watch, No. 1788544 ; 1 lady's gold geneva lever watch, visible movements, bow nearly worn through, 423 scratched on bevel; 1 lady's gold watch- case, No. 92380; 1 gentleman's silver English lever, with jeunette glass— A man, age about 25, height about 5 ft. 7 in., slight moustache sandy; dress, light tweed jacket, black hard felt hat, carried a whip. Appearance of a costermonger. 21.— Bournemouth ( County).— For obtaining,. 14th inst., by false pretences, £ 50 gold, and £ 50 in Bank of England £ 5 notes, Nos. 22716, 22717, 22718, 22719, 22865, 25098, 42532, 97845, 99758, and 22864, from the London and Midland Bank— WALTER BOND, late of Alexander Road, Moss Side, Manchester, and late manager of Moss Side Branch of the London and Midland Bank, age about 30, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., long face, thick lips, prominent nose, large ears, clean- shaved. When last seen was wearing long grey overcoat, with velvet collar, and cap. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Foster, Bournemouth. 22.— Winchester ( City) — Woodcut portrait and description of ALFRED OFFER, whose apprehension is sought for embezzlement, age 47, height 5 ft. 5 in., stout build, complexion fresh, hair ( cut short, turning grey), moustache and eyes brown, full face, high forehead, right eyebrow missing, several pock- marks on face, short neck and legs; dress ( when last seen, 7th inst.), dark blue chesterfield overcoat ( black vel- vet collar), dark cloth trousers, dark brown soft felt hat with wide brim. Had with him a new brown leather portmanteau, a small black hand- bag, and 3 paper parcels, containing a new grey worsted cloth suit ( morning coat), a black serge suit, 2 pairs of lace boots, a black mackintosh, walking stick, umbrella and a large pair of field- glasses. A master painter; native of Winchester. A Past Provincial Grand Master of the Manchester Unity of Oddfellows ; late Secretary of the Industry of Hants Lodge, and has in his possession about £ 200 belonging to that Society. Associates with betting men. Is fond of billiards. The photograph was taken about 9 years ago. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Felton, Winchester. 23.— Southampton ( Borough).— Forfailingtosur- render to his bail on 7th inst., charged with stealing lead— WALTER EDMUNDS, age 57, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fair, hair and eyes grey, cut mark left thumb, prominent nose, stoops slightly. Is ad- dicted to drink; may be found in the company of prostitutes. A lodging- house keeper. Supposed to have left Southampton about 26th ult., when he had in his possession about £ 600. Was accompanied by a woman, age 29, height 5 ft. £ in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes hazel. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Southampton. HEREFORDSHIRE. 24.— Leominster ( County).— For stealing ( bailee) 24th ult., a gentleman's safety bicycle, " The Eclipse Machine Co., Oldham," on head and back mud- guard, " Rothwell" on frame in gold letters ( partly erased), pneumatic tyres ( front smooth, back non- slipping, worn), direct spokes, handle- bar, stem and seat- rod newly plated, new copper rivets in front of saddle— JOHN FLACKET, alias II. JONES, age 24 to 28, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion dark, hair black, slight dark moustache, whiskers of about a week's growth ; dress, long double- breasted overcoat, two vests, dark cloth trousers, peak cap ( supposed), militia boots. TUESDAY, JANUARY 12, 1897. T H E POLICE GAZETTE. 3 A corporal of the 4th Battalion North Staffordshire Militia; native of Lichfield, Staffordshire. Warrant issued. 25.— Leominster ( County).— For obtaining £ 18 by means of a trick— A man known as CURLEY, of Leicester, age 25 to 28, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., com- plexion fresh, hair ( curly at back) and slight mous- tache light, rather long features; dress ( when last • seen), light suit, long drab- coloured overcoat, drab- coloured hat. Supposed native of Leicester. JOE BIRD, age 28 to 30, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion, hair and slight moustache dark; dress ( when last seen), dark jacket with skirts, vest and trousers, black hard felt hat. Supposed native of Birmingham. These men are horse- copers, and attend fairs, reposi- tories, etc., and are known at Birmingham, Leicester, Nottingham, and other large towns. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Ovens, Leominster. 26.— Hereford ( City).— For failing to report— • Supervisee WILLIAM HARRIS, Office No. 39788, age 58, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion ruddy, hair brown ( turning grey), eyes < rrey, scar left knee, left shin, and top of head. Sentenced at Hereford, 30th December, 1889, to 6 months hard labour and 7 years police supervision, for larceny. Information to the Chief Constable, Hereford. HERTFORDSHIRE. 27.— Hemel Hempstead ( County).— For neglect- ing to maintain his child— HENRY PARKER, alias SMITH and LOVERIDGE, age about 45, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion very dark, hair, moustache and beard dark, eyes hazel; dress, old dirty clothes, short gaiters, soft felt hat, painted crown. Travels the country, repairing umbrellas. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Frogley, Hemel Hempstead. 28.— Watford ( County).— For larceny ( bailee) — FRANK SMEDLEY, alias FRANCIS GEORGE SEA- GRAVE, age 34, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion fair, hair dark brown, eyes grey, wears folding glasses. Warrant issued. Information to Capt. Wymer, Deputy Chief Con- stable, Watford. ISLE OF ELY. 29.— Wisbech ( County).— For housebreaking, 24th ult., at Leverington— WILLIAM HUTCHIN- SON, alias JOHN McDONALD, JOSEPH HODG- SON, JOSEPH HUTCHINSON, WILLIAM SMITH, etc., age about 70, height 5 ft. 6 in., round face, hair, small side whiskers and eyes grey, tattoo marks on chest and belly, etc.; dress, short dark overcoat, cord vest and trousers ( trousers newly seated), light cloth cap with knob on top, new lace boots. Previously convicted at Swaffham, Northallerton, Hull, Norwich, Ely, and Southampton. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Dockerill, Wisbech. KENT. 30.— Sandgate ( County).— For deserting his wife and children, leaving them chargeable to the Elham Union, 31st October, 1896— JAMES THOMAS CUR- TIS, age 50, height 5 ft. 10 in., slight build, com- plexion fair, ginger moustache, cut scar left wrist; dress, dark cloth jacket, check vest, cord trousers, cloth cap, heavy lace boots. Late of Cheriton. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Waghorn, Sandgate. 31.— Folkestone ( Borough).— For embezzling £ 3 10s. 0d.— THOMAS YOUNG, age 21, height 5 ft. 11 in., rather stout build, complexion fair, hair light, sharp nose; well dressed. Late a pianoforte maker's manager. Is well known as an amateur vocalist in East Kent. May seek employment in theatrical or operatic companies, or at music halls. Absconded 5th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Taylor, Folkestone. 32.— Maidstone ( Borough).— For stealing, on or about 7th inst., 1 spade guinea; 1 silver coin- brooch ; 1 gold scarf- pin, set yellow stone; 1 gold albert chain; 2 gold pencil- cases— WILLIAM DOUBLE, alias TRICKER, age 47, height 5 ft. 6f in., very red full face, hair dark brown, moustache light brown. Is addicted to drink ; dress, dirty grey suit, soft black hat dented at top ( may be wearing a dark overcoat). A pensioner from the 16th Bedfordshire Regiment. Appearance of a seafaring man. Is in the habit of saying, " Poor old Bill! Call me back again." Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Mackintosh, Maid- stone. LANARKSHIRE. 33.— Motherwell ( County).— Portrait and des- cription of JAMES M'GHEE, whose apprehension is sought for culpable homicide, at " VVishaw, 4th inst., age about 30, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., com- plexion fresh, hair and moustache light brown, fresh cut mark on foiehead, walks erect, of smart appearance; dress, black cord coat and vest, dark striped trousers, black hard hat, red tie with black spots, light lace boots. An ironwork's labourer. Native of Balleymena, Ireland. Has in his possession a silver lever watch, No. 90455, and silver chain, of which he may endeavour to dispose. May also have a revolver. Information to Supt. Morrison, Motherwell. LANCASHIRE. 34.— Chorley ( County).— For obtaining, 7th inst., food, lodgings and money by false pretences— A man who gave the name of SAM, age about 40, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion sallow, hair ( bald on top) black, moustache and whiskers about a week's growth, very large nostrils; dress, brown overcoat, blue pilot jacket, brown cloth vest, dark striped cloth trousers, red- and- blue print front, dark scarf, light lace boots, worn at heels, dark cap with dark band round bottom. He took lodgings, stating he was a foreman engaged by the Lancashire and York- shire Railway Company to look after the telephone wires, and left on the pretence of seeing his men. Information to Supt. Norris, Chorley. 35.— Leigh ( County).— For stealing, 18th inst., 1 german silver watch, No. 13 on back of case, white dial, steel hands, " Railway Regulator" on dial; 1 youth's black worsted jacket, body lined black, sleeves lined brown, with black- and- white stripes, nearly new— A YOUTH, age 15, height 5 ft., complexion fair, hair light, eyes blue, blue scar across left eye- brow, cut mark centre of forehead, anchor and stars tattooed on left forearm, ring on left 2nd and 3rd fingers; dress, blue pilot overcoat, black jacket ( both elbows torn) and vest, black- and- blue striped trousers ( patched on seat), black- and- red plaid scarf, black peak cap, strong nailed lace boots. A drawer or hooker- on in coal mines. Information to Supt. Higginbotham, Leigh. 36.— Ormskirk ( County).— For failing to report — Licence Holder JAMES SHERIDAN, Office No. 1970- 96, age 31, height 5 ft. 7J in., complexion fresh, hair sandy, eyes grey, scar centre top of head, right side of head, two right back of head, right side of nose, bridge of nose, on third right finger, and on front of each knee, brown birthmark top of left shoulder- blade, two blue dots back of left lower arm, blue dot back of left wrist, fourth right finger de- formed ( first joint crooked), brown birthmark out- side right thigh, varicose veins both legs. Sentenced at Liverpool County Assizes, 8tli May, 1893, to 4 years penal servitude, for wounding with intent. Licenced 20th June, 1896. T 212. Information to County Police Office, Ormskirk. 37.— Rochdale ( Borough.)— Forstealing, 21st ult., from their lodgings, £ 24 and a quantity of wearing apparel— BENJAMIN BUTTER WORTH, age 40, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., stout build, complexion fair, hair and moustache sandv; dress, rough blue over- coat, black serge suit. Has worked as a weaver of silk cotton, woollen and carpets. Native of Rochdale, JANE BUTTERWORTH, or THOMPSON, age 39 ( looks older), height about 5 ft. 4 in. stout build, com- plexion, hair ( frizzed in front) and eyes dark, high cheek- bones, square shoulders ; dress, dark navy blue rough cloth jacket, light brown dress, black straw sailor hat trimmed with black and scarlet ribbon and scarlet flowers. Supposed native of Crewe. 38.— Rochdale ( Borough).— For larceny from his lodgings— A man known as JOHN, THE WRITER, age about 35, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion sallow, hair dark sandy, moustache red, round- shouldered, one arm is about 3 in. longer than the other; is very asthmatical; dress, double- breasted dark mixture jacket, grey mixture striped trousers. A ticket writer. Information to Chief Constable Buck, Rochdale. 39.— Salford ( Borough).— For stealing a semi- diamond bicycle, black enamelled frame, dotachable pneumatic tyres, direct spokes, one plated down stay missing, rubber pedals, lamp and bell attached, no brake— A man who gave the name of JOHN MOSS, age 30 to 40, height 5 ft. 6 in., rather stout build, complexion fresh, hair and moustache light brown, nearly bald on front of head, over which he spreads remaining hair, woman tattooed on right arm; dress, black serge jacket and vest, dirty striped trousers, grey cloth cap. Stated he wa3 a fitter. He hired the stolen bicycle on 4th inst., and left behind an old cushion tyre, cross frame bicycle, direct spokes, painted brown. Warrant issued. 40.— Salford ( Borough).— For failing to report- Supervisee TIMOTHY DUGGAN, alias PATRICK DUGGAN, Office No. 46026, age 32, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, scar left cheek, bite scar on nose, back of right hand, long scar ( 6 in.) outside left shoulder and upper left arm right leg wasted and shorter than left, T outside risrht forearm, 5 dots on left forearm. A sailor; and a native of Ireland. Sentenced, at Bradford, 16th October, 1891, to 3 years penal servitude and 3 years police supervision, for larceny ( person). Liber- ated 7th March, 1894. R 252. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Salford. LEICESTERSHIRE. 41.— Loughborough ( County).— For failing to appear to his recognizances, 5th inst., charged with fraud— ARTHUR STONE, late of Hay Mills, near Birmingham, age 38, height 5 ft. GA in., complexion fresh, round features, hair dark brown, eyes blue, end of left little finger deficient. A horse- dealer. Native of Thame, Oxfordshire. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Smith, Loughborough. LINCOLNSHIRE. 42.— Horncastle ( County).— For obtaining, 7th ult., food, lodgings and money by false pretences— A man, who gave the name of HAWTON, age 25 to 30, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., hair and moustache dark; dress, black clothes, soft black hat with dent in crown. Associated with racing men. Had in his possession betting tickets with " Walter Simmonds, Claremont Club, Islington," thereon. He was convicted of larceny at Milverton on 13th March, 1878, as JOHN THOMAS HAWTIN ; of robbery with violence at Central Criminal Court, 29th May, 1889, as JOHN MORLEY; of riding without ticket at Clerkenwell, 30th May, 1890, as JOHN DAY; and of larceny at Hans worth, 20th February, 1891 ; Salford Sessions, 11th May, 1893, and at North- ampton, 14th April, 1894, in name of JOHN THOMAS HAWTIN. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Costar, Horncastle. MONTGOMERYSHIRE. 43.— Welshpool ( County).— For stealing ( bailee) 1 small silver geneva watch, No. 991, " Thos. Parry" engraved inside outer case— ROBERT McEVOY, alias JOHN McKAY, age 37, height 5 ft. ( without shoes), rather stout, complexion dark, hair ( partly bald) grey, whiskers and moustache dark, eyes brown; dress, dark clothes, hard hat or hairy cap. Had a black satchel, with a watch- dial fastened on one side, strapped over his shoulder, containing watchmakers' tools. A travelling watchmaker; supposed native of London. Left Montgomery on 3rd July last. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Crowden, Welshpool. NORFOLK. 44.— Downham Market ( County).— Forobtaining books by false pretences, 10th ult.— REGINALD BIRD, alias ALFRED SAUNDERS and PERCY JUMP, age about 50, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., com- plexion fair, hair and moustache grey; dress, dark mixture jacket, dark vest, light cloth trousers, soft grey felt hat, light lace boots. Tramps the country, staying at low lodging- houses and casual wards. He was master at Ely Workhouse about 6 years ago. Frequently calls on masters of workhouses for relief. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Mash, Downham Market. 45.— Pulham Market ( Ctrunty).— For larceny— WILLIAM SMITH, age about 60, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion swarthy, hair dark, eyes grey, stoops; dress, old dark suit, soft felt hat, lace boots. Is accompanied by A WOMAN, age about 50, tall, slight build. May be found at casual wards or com- mon lodging- houses. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Palmer, Pulham Market. 4 T H E POLICE GAZETTE. TUESDAY, JANUARY 19, 1897. 46.— Norwich ( City).— For forgery— ALFRED MILES, age about 33, height about 5 ft. 2 in., com- plexion pale, hair and moustache very light. An advertisement agent and canvasser. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Hitchman, Nor- wich. NORTHUMBERLAND. 47.— Newcastle- on- Tyne ( City).— For failing to report— Licence Holder JAMES SMITH, alias JAMES CAMPBELL and JAMES HEATON, Office No. 2983- 96, age 59, height 5 ft. 6J in., complexion pale, hair grey, eyes blue, scar left side of head, centre of forehead, back of neck, left side of back, upper left arm, front of right ditto, top of 1st right finger, front of right thigh, right hip, back of right thigh, front of left knee, 24 cupping marks left side of chest, brown mark left side of belly, 3 vaccination marks right arm, large brown scar front of left shin, varicose veins both legs, bunion on 2nd joint left big toe. Sentenced at Newcastle City Assizes, 6th July, 1894, to 3 years penal servitude, for larceny ( person). Licenced 2nd October, 1896. E U 1355. Information to the Chief Constable, Newcastle- on- Tyne. PEMBROKESHIRE. 48.— Haverfordwest Castle ( County).— For stealing 1 new Welsh flannel shirt, unhemmed at bottom; 1 pair hand- sewn boots, wide soles, square toes, nailed, left boot cut behind; 1 pair white cotton drawers ; 1 pair brown merino socks ; 1 pair grey Welsh yarn stockings ; 1 pair light- striped trousers; 1 pair dark Scotch tweed trousers— ALFRED JOHN COOPER, alias SLOPER, age 36, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion dark, hair dark brown, moustache light brown, eyes brown, Roman nose, walks with quick short steps, stoops slightly; dress, brown jacket and vest, old dark trou- sers, high collar with turn- down points, white tie with red spots, light cloth cap, and the stolen shirt; may be wearing stolen trousers. Has served 12 years in the Ordnance Survey Department. Na- tive of Henley- on- Thames. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Haverfordwest Castle. RUTLAND. 49.— Oakham ( County).— For false pretences, at Greetham, on 9th ult.— A man who gave the name of SEXTON, and is known by the nickname of LONG PETER or LONG JIM, age about 36, height 6 ft. 1 or 2 in., complexion pale, hair and moustache light sandy, slouching gait; dress, old dark grey dust- coat trimmed astrachan, dirty moleskin vest with white pearl buttons, cord trousers, dark cloth cap, lace boots. Of dirty appearance. A cattle drover. May be found at markets and fairs in Lincoln, Yorkshire, Cheshire and the Northern Counties. Had with him a small black dog, with grey nose, white tip on tail, named Dick. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable of Rutland, Oakham. SHROPSHIRE. 50.— Ludlow ( County).— For failing to appear to summonses charging him with three offences under Section 11, Criminal Law Amendment Act— The REV. GEORGE DONVILLE CHETWYND WHEELER, late vicar of Cleobury Mortimer, age about 30, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fair, hair ( cut short) dark, clean- shaved, long features, speaks very quickly; dress, when last seen, black melton overcoat, black serge suit, white muffler, black hard hat. Native of Barcheston, near Ships- ton- upon- Stour. Left Cleobury Mortimer about a month ago, and booked for London, accompanied by his wife, age about 30, height about 5 ft. 5 in.; dress ( generally), black, but sometimes wears grey cloth dress, grey felt hat. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Supt. Ilayward, Ludlow. SOMERSETSHIRE. 51.— Bath ( City).— For stealing, 23rd ult., a " Yost" typewriter— HAROLD SLADE BURTON, alias WHITE, age about 22, height about 5 ft. in., slight build, complexion, hair and eyes dark, oval face, has lost several upper front teeth, small blue mark side of nose, small cut mark right side of neck, speaks with north country accent; dress, when last seen, dark tweed suit, green necktie, hard felt hat, square- toed boots. A pattern maker. May seek employment at engineering works or iron foundries, or may be found at a Salvation Army Shelter or Labour Home. Warrant issued. Information to Lieut.- Col. Gwyn, Chief Constable, Bath. STAFFORDSHIRE. 52.— Bilston ( County).— For stealing a purse con- taining £ 1 7s. 0d., from a boy— A MAN, age 25 to 30, height 5 ft 6 or 7 in., complexion fresh, hair ( supposed bald on top) and moustache light sandy, mole centre of forehead, walks lame on right leg, speaks with Scotch accent; dress, dark cloth jacket, light striped vest and trousers, white collar, blue spotted tie, brown cloth cap, light lace boots. Information to Supt. Walters, Bilston. 53.— Burton- on- Trent ( County).— For larceny ( trick), on 4th and 6th inst.— A MAN, age 29, height 5 ft. 4£ in., complexion fresh, pro- minent nose, hair, moustache and eyes brown, red birthmark right eyebrow, mole left side back of neck, scar back of left ear, yellow birthmark all over body, and part of right arm; dress, brown overcoat ( with velvet collar), grey trousers, turn- down collar, dark tie, black hard hat. Native of Birmingham. Information to Supt. Hicklin, Burton- on- Trent. 54.— Wolverhampton ( Borough).— For violent assault, on 4th inst.— ALFRED RICHARD DELA- MARK FREEMAN, age 32, looks older, height 5 ft. 8 in., inclined to be stout, complexion fair, hair and slight moustache brown, eyes blue, walks erect with swaggering gait, carries his head slightly on one side, 2 scars back of head, scar right groin, boil scar left cheek; dress, light three- quarter double- breasted overcoat ( large pearl buttons), brown cloth trousers, grey cloth cap, sometimes wears high silk hat. A medical assistant, but for several years been selling cheap jewellery. May endeavour to leave the coun- try. He was convicted of bigamy in November, 1886, and sentenced to 5 years imprisonment, and has been several times convicted of assault. Is ac- companied by a woman, a< re 30 to 35, height about 5 ft., slight build, complexion pale, hair ( supposed) dark. A singer at low music halls. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Burnett, Wolver- hampton. SUFFOLK. 55.— Ipswich ( Borough). — For embezzling £ 10 15s. 10d.— SAMUEL LING, age 36, height 6 ft., complexion fresh, hair and moustache black, eyes dark, stoops slightly, weight about 13 stone; dress, light overcoat, dark suit. A spirit dealer's traveller. Native of Saxmundham. Is well known at Wood- bridge and Clacton- on- Sea. Warrant issued. Information to Lt.- Col. Russell, Chief Constable, Ipswich. 59.— Eastbourne ( Borough).— For larceny, 9th » inst.— A MAN, age about 50, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in.,, complexion fresh, round face, hair brown, slight moustache and beard sandy, side whiskers about a week's growth ; dress, black jacket, dark vest, but- toned up to chin with white collar just visible above,, dark tweed trousers, black hard felt hat, light lace boots. Stated he was a carpenter. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Plumb, East- bourne. 60.— Hastings ( Borough).— For burglar}', obtain- ing money by menaces, and stealing a lady's silver lever watch, white dial, black figures, gold hands, engine- turned cases, maker ( supposed) " Hallett, Hastings," with small silver link pattern chain and silver pencil, set with violet stone, attached, and su. pair of child's patent leather slippers, size 6 ( new) strap across front, buttons at sides, white soles, black heels, lined brown leather, T/ Y 578 in ink or* sole— A MAN, age 30 to 40, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., long dark moustache ( supposed false); wore long dark overcoat, black hard felt hat. 61.— Hastings ( Borough).— For failing to comply with a maintenance order— GEORGE HARDING, age 36, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fair, hair light, small ginger moustache), eyes grey; dress, old double- breasted black jacket, black trousers, old patent leather boots, black hard felt hat. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Baker, Hastings. SUSSEX ( WEST). 62.— Worthing ( County).— For larceny ( bailee) — WILLIAM GOUGH, age 30, height 5 ft., com- plexion fresh, hair, slight beard and moustache dark brown, very large head. Has served in the Army. Obtains a living by playing the banjo in the streets and public- houses. Left Southwater railway sta- tion 10th inst., for London. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Bridger, Worthing. SUSSEX ( EAST). 56.— East Grinstead ( County).— For stealing a metal stop watch, open face, seconds hand, with silver chain, compass and farthing washed in silver attached— A MAN, age about 21, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., slight build, complexion pale, hair ( curled in front) light brown, clean- shaved, splay- footed, carries his head down, woman's head tattooed on left fore- arm ; dress, black jacket, cut square, dark vest, light small plaid trousers, patched on knees, light peak cap. Information to Supt. Relf, East Grinstead. 57.— Uckfield ( County).— For obtaining £ 1 5s by false pretences— ARTHUR POTTER, age 24, height about 5 ft. 3 in., complexion pale, hair light brown, slight moustache and whiskers on chin, eyes grey, three fingers on one hand deficient; dress, dark jacket and vest, cord trousers, black cloth cap. Warrant issued. 58.— Uckfield ( County).— For wilfully neglecting and exposing their child, under the age of 16— THOMAS HEDGES, late of Crowborough, age 29, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion dark, hair dark brown, small moustache brown, whiskers about a fortnight's growth, eyes dark blue, small mole left side of face; dress, long dark blue overcoat with velvet collar, dirty blouse, or old brown cardigan jacket, dirty moleskin trousers, white or brown neckerchief with narrow blue stripes, heavy boots. A tramping labourer. MARTHA HEDGES, wife of above, age about 30, height about 5 ft. 4 in., slight build, com- plexion dark, hair and eyes brown ; dress, long dark green ulster, or longjnantle with fringe round bottom and beads down back, old grey or black skirt, black broad- brim hat, trimmed black ribbon; hawks oranges. They are accompanied by 2 girls and a boy. They sleep in tents or barns on farms where they work. Have with them an old square box, on 3 wheels, painted blue, in which they carry their tenting materials. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Criddle, Uckfield WARWICKSHIRE. 63.— Aston Manor ( County).— For stealing, 31st ult., from his lodgings, 1 silver geneva watch; 1 silver chain; and £ 1 10s. 4d.— SETH STEPHENS, age 34, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion dark, hair dark brown, small dark moustache, eyes hazel; dress, black jacket and vest, corduroy trousers, black hard hat. Has served in the Army, and since his dis- charge has worked as a miner at the Nunnery Col- liery, near Sheffield. Native of Birmingham. Warrant issued. 64.— Aston Manor ( County.)— For larceny, 18th ult.— WILLIAM CLARKE ATKINSON, age 28, height 5 ft. 9 J in., complexion fair, hair brown, eye3 blue, woman's head tattooed on right arm. Native of Burnley. An Army Reservist. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Walker, Aston Manor. 65.— Birmingham ( City).— For being concerned with two men in custody for conspiracy— JAMES HENRY WHITTAKER, alias LEWIS, age 21, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion pale, oval face, hair and eyes brown, slight moustache light brown, dot tattooed on back of left hand. A grocer ; native of Birmingham. Has been convicted of felony at Leeds and Birmingham. CHARLES ROBERTS, alias MANSFIELD, HIATT and HEATH, age 39, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, full face, hair ( wavy) brown ( turning grey), slight moustache sandy, slightly bow- legged, speaks quickly, with Lancashire dialect. A grocer. He was sentenced to 18 months imprisonment at Shrewsbury Assizes in March, 1895, for a similar offence. These men are in the habit of visiting grocers stores, and are well known in the North of England to persons who attend auction sales where provisions are sold, and to those who associate with or buy from long firm swindlers. They may set up again in a small way of business Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Farndale, Bir- mingham. 66.— Coventry ( City).— For obtaining £ 2 12s., on 4th inst., by false pretences— ARTHUR STONE, a horse dealer, of Hay Mills, Birmingham, age 38, height 5 ft. 6J in., complexion fresh, round face, hair dark brown, side whiskers inclined to be sandy, eyes blue, end of left little finger missing; dress ( probably), grey mixture suit, brown leather leggings. Appearance of a farmer. Native of Thame, Oxford- shire. He has been convicted at Cardigan Assizes and at Hereford. Is well known in the Midlands and Wales. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Gray, Coventry. WILTSHIRE. 67.— Chippenham ( County).— For stealing, 16th inst., from his lodgings, at Box, a money- box con- taining 1 sovereign and about five shillings in three TUESDAY, JANUARY 12, 1897. T H E POLICE GAZETTE. 3 penny pieces and bronze ( most of threepenny pfeces have holes in them)— JOHN TAYLOR, or BAILEY, age 30 to 35, height about 5 ft. 7 in., complexion dark, long nose, hair dark brown, moustache brown, eyes hazel, eyebrows almost meet; dress, f- length overcoat, short sleeves, tight- fitting grey jacket, dark waistcoat, brown trousers with small blue stripes, flannel shirt, white turn- down collar, black- and- red plaid muffler, black cloth cap, lace boots. He repre- sented himself to be a land surveyor. Supposed identical with man described in Case No. 60, 15th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Barrett, Chippenham. 68.— Marlborough ( County).— For burglary, 3rd inst., and stealing 1 silver curb pattern chain, with occasional long links; 1 pair of opera glasses in morocco leather; 1 knitted vest; 1 pair knitted drawers ; 1 pair knitted socks ; 1 white handkerchief, supposed black border, all marked " A. Taylor" in ink ; 1 white flannel shirt; 1 pair lady's list slippers ; 1 old chesterfield overcoat— A MAN, age about 30, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue; dress, light brown covert coat, dirty grey suit, white collar, brown tie, grey cap. May now be wear- ing stolen clothes. Supposed a native of Birming- ham. Information to Supt. Field, Marlborough. WORCESTERSHIRE. 69.— Oldbury ( County).— For obtaining food and lodgings by false pretences— WILLIAM WALKER, alias GEORGE HARRIS, age 21, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue ( blind right), red birthmark under left eye ; dress, short black cloth jacket, black vest, striped grey trousers, brown cap, lace boots. A milkman or labourer; native of Cape Hill, Smetliwick, Staffs. Warrant issued. Information to Superintendent Chare, Oldbury. 70.— Worcester ( City).— For stealing, 14th ult., 1 metal watch and small link pattern chain, with 1 large link; 1 blue serge vest; 1 black smooth vicuna serge jacket, fancy worsted buttons, usual pockets, blue- and- brown striped silisia sleeve lining; 1 blue- and- white silk knot necktie, with ring in shape of horse- shoe; 1 linen turn- down collar, size 15— EDWIN WHITE, alias HARRIS, age 26 or 28, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., slight build, complexion dark, hair dark brown, slight moustache dark ; speaks with American accent; is fond of betting; dress, blue- ribbed serge jacket, blue- and- brown striped trousers, dirty white silk neckerchief, black hard felt hat, and may be wearing stolen vest. He took lodgings on 11th ult., stating he was a carpenter and joiner, had obtained work, and that his tools were at the railway station. Information to Chief Constable Byrne, Worcester. YORKSHIRE ( EAST RIDING). 71.— Hull ( Borough). — For failing to report— Supervisee MICHAEL BOTTOMLEY, alias JOHN JOHNSON and RICHARD WILSON, Office No. 46764, age 62, height 5 ft. 6| in., complexion fresh, hair and beard turning grey ( bald), eyes blue, scar left of head, right eyebrow, right temple, and 2 front of neck. Sentenced at Wakefield, 15th Octo- ber, 1888, to 5 years penal servitude and 5 years police supervision, for cattlej- stealing. Liberated 28th July, 1894. Z F O 750. 72.— Hull ( Borough).— For embezzling £ 15 10s.— FREDERICK SIMMONS, age 29, looks older, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion sallow, hair ( cut short) and small moustache light, eyes dark blue, very large mouth, large scar right side back of head, speaks Jwith London accent; dress, dark blue overcoat, velvet collar, black hard felt hat, or yachting cap. A van- man, supposed well known at Selby and Leeds. Warrant issued. 73.— Hull ( Borough).— For neglecting their wives and families— JOHN WRIGHT, alias JOHN FORD, JOHN FEENEY and JOHN WELSH, age 34, height 5 ft. 10 in., slight build, complexion, hair, moustache and eyes dark. A labourer; native of Hull. Is well known at Goole. JOHN CHRISTOPHER GAR- FORTH, age 29, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., slight build, complexion fair, hair light brown ( turning grey), moustache ginger, eyes blue, tattooed dots on fingers, " A" on left forearm. A ship's carpenter; native of Hull. Is known at London shipping offices. WAL- TER BASSETT, alias BARRETT, WEST and HOW- LETT, late of 47, Waterworks Street, Ipswich, age 37, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, moustache ginger, eyes blue, cut mark across right eyebrow, large scar across loins. A sweep or labourer ; native of Goodestone, near Swaffham. Has relatives at Colchester, Norwich, and Middlesbrough. Warrants issued. Information to Capt. Gurney, Chief Constable, Hull. YORKSHIRE ( NORTH RIDING). £ 1 Is. Od. REWARD. 74.— Guisborough ( County).— For deserting his wife and family, leaving them chargeable to the Guis- borough Union— CHARLES BRIGHT, age 39, height 5 ft. 9J in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes brown patch of grey hair on back of head, supposed to have short sandy moustache, blue mark corner of left eye. An ironstone miner or labourer at public works; native of London. He left Barden, West Yorkshire, on 7th ult., where he was known as F. PARKER. Warrant issued. The above reward will be paid by the Guardians of the Guisborough Union for the apprehension of Bright. 75.— Guisborough ( County).— For non- payment of £ 6 8s. 0d., damage and costs, imposed by Magistrate— GEORGE BIRBECK, or BIRK- BECK, age 46 to 48, height 5 ft. 10 in., com plexion fresh, hair and whiskers ginger, eyes grey; dress, grey coat and vest, brown cord trousers, grey cap, strong lace boots. Travels the country with a pack containing drapery, shirts, etc. Is in possession of a pedlar's certificate, granted at Durham, on 30th April, 1896, which place he left on 14th ult. Native of Cockermouth, Cumberland. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Clarkson, Guisborough. £ 2 REWARD. 76.— Heworth ( County). — For deserting his family, leaving them chargeable to the York Union— HOGARTH JOHN LORD, age 40, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., slight build, complexion very sallow, hair and moustache dark, eyes dark or brown, four false teeth in upper jaw; is very talkative; of smart ap pearance; dress, new dark overcoat, dark suit, soft felt hat. Late an attendant at the North Riding Lunatic Asylum, Clifton. Native of Nottingham. The above reward will be paid by the Guardians of the York Union for the apprehension of LORD. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Dove, Heworth. YORKSHIRE ( WEST RIDING). 77.— Doncaster ( County).— For obtaining 2s. 6d. by false pretences, at Bawtry— ALEXANDER A. LESLIE, alias WILLIAM McKENZIE MONTEITH, age about 30, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair light; dress, light overcoat, dark suit, hard felt hat; carries an umbrella. Calls at houses, stating he is collecting subscriptions on behalf of a baker who has failed in business, and has in his possession several books with names of local clergymen therein, showing amounts subscribed by them. Has been previously convicted. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Blake, Doncaster. 73.-— Pontefract ( County).— For stealing 4 blan- kets ( 3 white and 1 blue with dark stripe across); 1 print- patched bed- quilt; 1 red- and- white table- cloth ; 1 black leather purse, containing £ 2— A WOMAN, age about 40, height 5 ft. 1 in., stout build, complexion fresh, hair brown; dress, black dress, brown shawl, sailor hat, low shoes. Is accom- panied by a man, age 50, height 5 ft. 1 or 2 in., complexion fresh. Sells cough mixture. Information to Supt. Whincup, Court House, Pontefract. 79.-— Doncaster ( Borough).— For stealing, 28th ult., 1 pair light tan boots, tops lined with green silk ; 1 pair black- and- tan leather slippers; 1 reddish- brown cloth overcoat, with check lining; 1 dark brown suit, reddish stripe; and 1 black felt hat— A man, who gave the name of HARRY WATSON, age about 24, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., complexion fair, hair ( curly) parted in centre, slight moustache; dress, dark green overcoat, striped trousers, light blue shirt, tan leather leggings buttons down front. Stated he was a booking- clerk at the railway station. Wanted for similar offences at Pontefract, Huddersfield and Bradford. Information to Chief Constable Lister, Doncaster. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. GLAMORGANSHIRE. 80. — Cardiff ( Borough).— Committed for trial, at next Glamorgan Assizes, for receiving stolen property — GIOVANNI BALDI, or JOHN BOLTON, age 48, height 5 ft. 6 in., stout build, complexion ruddy, round face, hair black, moustache and eyes ( small) brown, good teeth, pock- marked, wart on right little finger, left little finger bent double, cut scar outside left thumb. A carpenter and lodging- house keeper ; native of Ravenna, Italy, and was brought up at Genoa. Found in his possession ( supposed stolen)— 1 gentleman's 9- carat gold graduated curb albert, makers' initials " M. ifc M." on bar, spring link de- fective; 1 ladv's silver geneva watch, No. 9/ 114888, shell back, " H. M. G." on outside case, " H. M. George " on dome, round and flat filigree link silver albert and round- flat silver locket, horse- shoe and nail on one side, and " F." on other; 1 lady's silver geneva watch, No. 1/ 16001, makers " John Swain & Co., Bristol & Cardiff," engraved silver dial and back, gold figures and ornamentation round dial, fancy silver chain, with enamelled pieces in centre and tassel at end; 1 gentleman's silver geneva watch, No. 317515, " G. Frolieg" scratched inside case, jewelled in 15 holes, metal dome, white enamelled dial and gilt bezel; 1 gentleman's silver geneva watch, No. 813072, maker " J. W. Benson, Ludgate Hill, Lon- don," engine- turred back and enamelled dial; 1 heavy nickel watch, keyless, paper dial, " N. H. C. Co." thereon; 1 gentleman'a nickel Waterbury watch, ornamental back, short wind, has been stamped " B 4 " inside casa with a rubber stamp. Information to Head Constable McKenzie, Cardiff. HAMPSHIRE. 81.— Bournemouth ( County).— Committed for trial, at ensuing Hants Assizes, for indecent assault — EDWARD COLE, age 33, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes grey, 3 boil marks and small mole back of neck, boil mark right knee, scar inside left arm, slight varicose veins left calf. A waiter; native of Gloucester. 82.— Bournemouth ( County).— Committed for trial, at ensuing Hants Assizes, for breaking and enter- ing a church, and stealing an alms- box containing 6s. 6d.— JAMES TAYLOR, alias BEDWARDS, age 39, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, pock- marked, hair dark brown, eyes brown. A carpenter; native of Bristol. Information to Supt. Foster, Bournemouth. ISLE OF ELY. 83.— Whittlesea ( County).— Committed for trial at nexi Cambridge Assizes, for wilfully setting fire to a straw stack, 6th inst.— GEORGE DAVIS, age 60, height 5 ft. in., complexion sallow, hair brown, eyes hazel, woman and anchor tattooed on right arm, man in fighting attitude, wheel and bracelet left arm, heart and flag right breast, flag left breast, D* on left side; dress, old pilot jacket, two cord waistcoats, blue guernsey, cord trousers, blue cloth cap, old mili- tary boots. Carried a tin box containing needles, pins, paper, etc. Supposed native of Reading. He was convicted of arson at Hertford Assizes, in March, 1889. Information to Inspector Nixon, Whittlesea. PEMBROKESHIRE. 84.— Haverfordwest Castle ( County) — Re- manded for larceny— WILLIAM CUMMINGS, alias WILLIAM THOMAS, age 26, height 4 ft. 11 in., complexion sallow, broad face, large mouth, hair dark brown, eyes ( rather weak) dark blue, scar on right eyebrow, tattooed schooner, barque, man, woman, anchor, heart, flag, cross, " II. M. St. Vincent" on left forearm, ship on back of left hand, cross with " Lily " on cross- beam and " Curtis " on base, flag, anchor, star and smack on right forearm. Is suffering from a scalp- wound, which he says he received on board a schooner called the " Swift"; dress, Navy clothing ; states that he has been invalided from the Navv. A native of Hastings. Supposed previously convicted. Information to the Chief Constable of Pembroke- shire, Haverfordwest Castle. SUSSEX ( EAST) 85.— Hastings ( Borough).— Committed for trial at next Quarter Sessions, for obtaining clothing by false pretences— THOMAS CARR, a tutor, age 28, height 5 ft. 6| in., complexion sallow, hair and mous- tache brown, eyes, blue, boil- marks on shoulders and left side; dress, brown overcoat with cape, white double- breasted vest, black trousers, black hard felt hat. Pawntickets for the following were found in his possession— 1 steel ( pledged 27th March, 1895, at New Cross Road, S. E., in name of John Croft, 5, Cressingham Road); brass ash- tray ( on 23rd April, 1895, in name of James Bassett, 10, Edwinton Road • 4 silver spoons ( 1st June, 1895, at Great Charlotte Street, Blackfriars Road, in name of George Croft, 72, College Street); 1 plated coffee pot ( 26th March! 1896, at Church Street, Camberwell, in name of John Croft, Alexandra Terrace); 1 plated tea- set ( 28th March, 1896, at Victoria Street, S. W., in name of Croft, Alexandra Terrace); and 1 plated cup and tankard ( 28th October, 1S96, in name of Croft, 8. Great College Street). Information to the Chief Constable, Hastings. SUSSEX ( WEST. 86.— Worthing ( County).— Committed for trial at Lewes Assizes, 10th prox., for obtaining a cheque by false pretences, 7th ult.— B. 0. WARD, alias J. R". HOWARD, late of 55, Chesilton Road, Fulhair, S. W., age 26 ( looks older), height 6 ft., stout build, complexion sallow, hair and slight moustache dark brown, eyes grey, mole right cheek near eye, wart 6 T H E POLICE G A Z E T T E. FRIDAY,' JANUARY 22, 1897. Oil left nipple, . round- sliouldered; dress, long dark overcoat, jacket and trousers, black hard felt hat. He advertises in various newspapers, offering to supply Aylesbury ducks, eggs or fowls on stated terms, and asks for cash with order. Photograph may be seen on application. Information to'Supt. Bridger, Worthing. PROPERTY STOLEN. BUCKINGHAMSHIRE. 87.— Slough ( County).— 20th ult.— A small gold open face keyless watch ( a copy of antique watch of Louis XIV.), about the size of two- shilling- piece, and about i in. thick, white dial, black figures, gold hands, thick raised crystal glass, opens back and front at one side upon a double hinge, stem from watch to bow is i in. in length, - 1 B's in monogram on outside, a short " gold and platinum chain with charm ( a small gold teapot) attached. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Sutton, Slough. HAMPSHIRE. 88.— Bournemouth( Co? m< 2/).— Between l'thand 18th inst.— 3 gentlemen's nickel- plated keyless watches, three- quarter plate movement, with " Vic- torine" stamped thereon; 2 gentlemen's black oxi- dised keyless watches, three- quarter plate movement, metal domes, " J. N." scratched on bottom of inside domes; 1 gentleman's nickel keyless watch, hands regulated at back; 2 fancy nickel clocks, ivory dials, with gilt centres, size of the " Bee " clock. Information to Supt. Foster, Bournemouth. LANCASHIRE. 89.— Leigh ( County).— 19th inst— 1 gold wedding ring, much worn ; 1 oval- shaped silver brooch, basket of flowers engraved in centre, gilded. Information to Supt. Eigginbotham, Leigh. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. 90.— Kettering ( County).— 18th inst., by burglary — 1 lady's sealskin bag- muff, lined with brown vel- veteen ; 1 pair lady's kid gloves, fur tops; 1 gentle- man's cream- coloured muffler, large size; I small rush bag; 1 imitation meerschaum pipe ( band loose), in red leather case. Information to Supt. Andrews, Kettering. SHROPSHIRE. 91.— Whitchurch ( County).— 7th inst., by bur- glary, at Woore— 1 pair gold folding eye- glasses, fas- tened in with small screws, end of one broken off; 1 long metal watch- chain, gold colour, glass stones set in each link. Information to Supt. Edge, Whitchurch. SURREY. 92.-— Oxted ( County).— At Fitsey, supposed on 9th December, 1895, two massive silver ice pail?, of the pattern shown in the following sketch :— SUSSEX ( EAST). 93.— Brighton ( Borough).— 15th inst.— 1 lady's silver demi- liunter keyless watch, " G. M. H." en- graved on outer case; 1 ditto, " L. M. H." on outer case, No. 5102 ; 1{ open faoe ditto, " K. H." engraved on case; 1 lady's half- hoop ring, set 2 rubies and a dia- mond ; 1 small gold ring, set turquoise ; 1 plain gold ring, set pearl; 1 pale blue enamelled ring, with diamond in star setting; 1 gold curb pattern brace- let, with padlock attached; 1 gold twisted pattern bracelet, ends in shape of a heart, snap fastening; 1 lady's small silver watch- chain, fancy link pattern. Information to Chief Constable Carter, Brighton. YORKSHIRE ( WEST RIDING). 94.— Sheffield ( City).— 17th inst., by housebreak- ing— 1 lady's silver watch, gold enamelled, fancy dial, No. 406843; 1 lady's small gold chain, with small gold locket attached; 1 pin brooch, with letter " H." in pearls; 1 silver thimble; 1 string of small pearl beads; 1 Indian silver locket; 1 Indian silver bangle; 1 small gold locket'? 3 or 4 pairs of jet, coral, and gold earrings; 1 pair gold and tortoise- shell solitaires, large size; 1 gentleman's gold guard and gold studs ; 1 brooch, made of a shilling ; 1 small silver brooch ; 1 gold plated centenary medal. Information to Chief Constable Jackson, Sheffield. PERSONS OR BODIES FOUND. BERKSHIRE. 95.— Hungerford ( County).— Unconscious in a field at Inkpen, 16th inst. ( since dead)— A MAN, age about 75, length 5 ft. 10 in., stout build, hair, beard and moustache ( about a week's growth) grey; dress, brown dust coat, drab cloth coat, military coat, cord trousers and leggings, red plaid Oxford shirt, leather strap round waist, white felt hat, nailed boots ( all old). Information to Sergeant Holding, Hungerford. APPREHENSIONS. 96.— Breconshire, Ystradgunlais ( County).— JOHN DEWSBURY, Case No. 14, 15th inst. 97.— Hampshire, Portsmouth ( Borough).— Licence Holder JAMES STEEL, Office No. 3890- 96, Case No. 92, 8th inst. 98.— Herefordshire, Bromyard ( County).— JOHN LOCK and ARTHUR LOCK, Case No. 31, 15th inst. 99.— Lancashire, Kirkham ( County). — THOMAS BANISTER, Case No. 44, 15th inst., and sentenced to 14 days imprisonment. 100.— Norfolk, Great Yarmouth ( Borough).— CHARLES LONDON, Case No. 58, 15th inst. 101.— Suffolk, Ipswich ( Borough).— WILLIAM MORTIMER and ELLEN MORTIMER, Case No. 65, 15th inst. 102.— Yorkshire, North Riding, Northallerton ( County).— Supervisee JOSEPH FLETCHER, Office No. 49110. See GAZETTE, 3rd January, 1896, Case No. 11. 103.— Yorkshire, West Riding, Wakefield ( City).— Licence Holder GEORGE McPHERSON, Office No. 3654- 96, Case No. 37, 11th December, I 1896. LATEST INFORMATION. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ™ DEVONSHIRE. 104.— Exeter ( County).— For failing to surrender to his bail, charged with attempted abortion— JOHN HENRY PHILLIPS, late of Stonehouse, Plymouth, age about 45, height 5 ft. 7 in., rather stout build, face blotched, very red nose, hair dark ( turning grey), eyes dark brown, rather large head, appearance of a heavy drinker; dress, dark overcoat and suit, flat- topped felt hat, wears a ring with ( supposed) pale blue stone on 3rd finger left hand. Left Plymouth by night mail train on 17th inst. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable of Devon, Exeter. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. HERTFORDSHIRE. 105.— Watford ( County).— Remanded till 26th inst., for larceny ( hotel)— EDWARD INGRAM, alias EDWARD BLANCHARD, EDWARD BLAND- FOltD, FRANK FERGUSON and EDWARD CON- WAY, of 53, Randall Road, Victoria Docks, age 31, height 5 ft. 8J in., complexion fresh, hair and mous- tache light brown, eyes grey, burn scar right side of neck, three small moles back of neck, scar centre of back of head, abscess scar under right side of jaw, five tattoo spots back of left forearm, small scar left shin. JOHN ROBINSON, alias TATE, age 19, height 5 ft. 3£ in., complexion fresh, hair sandy, clean- shaved, eyes blue, mole left side of face and under right ear, small scar centre of forehead, large scar inside right upper arm, tattoo mark outside right forearm, three tattoo spots right wrist, tattoo mark third finger of right hand, two spots left fore- arm, one on left wrist. ( See Case No. 22, 1st inst.) Photographs may - be seen on application. Information to Captain Wymer, Deputy Chief Constable, Watford. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 106.— X Divisfon.— 20th inst., by housebreaking — 1 gentleman's dark blue melton overcoat, usual pockets, lined green tartan; 4 teaspoons, " A." there- on, French pattern; 1 tumbler, " J. J. V. A." there- on ; 1 sugar sifter ( all silver) ; 11 dessert spoons ( 5 with " A." thereon); 4 table ditto, " A." thereon; 6 large forks ; 6 small ditto, " A." thereon ; 5 dessert knives, ivory handles ; 8 teaspoons, " A." thereon ; 1 butter knife, mother- o'- pearl handle; 2 jam spoons; 1 sauce ladle, " A." thereon; 1 milk jug; 1 sugar basin, fluted pattern ( all plated); 1 zither, " Insbruck " written on a piece of paper inside. Thief may be wearing stolen coat, and have his hand cut. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. Information to Supt. Brice, Oxted. BERKSHIRE. 107.— Reading ( Borough).— 19th inst., from Great Western Railway Refreshment Rooms— 1 9- carat gold curb bracelet, with spade guinea attached; 1 pair of scissors, about 7 or 8 in. long; a number of pocket- handkerchiefs, some marked in corner with letters " L." or " A. L." in white silk, others marked " A. Lowe" in ink; about 30 1- oz. packets of tobacco, viz., Wills' Bird's Eye, Three Castles, and Westward Ho— The thieves are supposed to have cut their hands in breaking a pane of glass to gain admission. Information to Head Constable Tewsley, Reading. RAILWAYS. 108.— North Eastern Railway, York. — 6th inst., from Leeds New Station— A brown leather portmanteau, about 24 in. long, 2 handles on top, locked, addressed " Smith, Passenger, Ripon," and labelled " llipon," also white letters " F. S. R." on end, containing 1 dress suit ( nearly new), probably maker's name " Crowther, Boar Lane, Leeds," on collar; 1 dress shirt, marked " F. S."; 3 flannel shirts ( 1 marked " F. S." and 2 " A. S." or " S."); 1 new as- trachan cover for dress shirt; 1 pair new dress shoes, " Godfrey Hill and Co., London"; 2 handkerchiefs; 1 monk's girdle, consisting of rope, beads and cross; 2 hair- brushes in case; 2 pairs gloves; 1 tie; 2 collars; 1 pair cuffs; gold studs, links, etc.— Sus- picion is attached to A MAN, age about 35, height 5 ft. 4 in., clean- shaved; dress, dark tweed overcoat, dark trousers, black felt hat. Information to Supt. Dobie, Railway, York. TUESDAY, JANUARY 12, 1897. T H E POLICE GAZETTE. 3 REQUIRED, the whereabouts of one BIGNELL ( 13AGNELL?); until recently occupier of 20, Cambridge Road, Hove. Any information leading to the discovery of the above will be handsomely rewarded by Messrs. Cunliffe and Davenport, solicitors, 48, Chancery Lane, London. THE MOST NUTRITIOUS COCOA. E P P S'S GRATEFUL- COMFORTING. COCOA WITH FULL NATURAL FLAVOUR. ( ESTABLISHED 1794.) BEST HOME AND SPORTING NEWS, DR. J. COLLIS BROWNE'S 0NE PENNY DAILY- CHLORODYNE. 27, FLEET STREET, E. C. J^ OST, Sunday night, January 3rd, be- tween Victoria Station and Bayswater ( supposed to have been left in a cab), PEARL NECKLACE with imitation dia- mond clasp. Finder will be handsomely rewarded on bringing same to Willing's Advertising Offices, 125, Strand. 3 CAUTION.— Genuine Chlorodyne. s Every bottle of this well- known « remedy forCoughs, Colds, Asthma, Bronchitis, etc., bears on the Government Stamp the name of the Inventor— DR. J. COLLIS BROWNE. TO TOBACCONISTS ( COMMENCING), £ 20 See Illd. Guide and Catalogue 259 pgs. 3d., " How to open a Cigar Store from £ 20 to £ 2,000." " TOBACCONISTS' OUT- FITTING Co." ( Reg.), 186, Euston Road, London. The largest and original house. A reputation of over 50 years Manager, H. MYERS. HIGH- CLASS TOBACCOS. ALL SMOKERS SHOULD TRY TADDY'S UNRIVALLED MYRTLE GROVE, DELICIOUS COOL SMOKING. NINTH EDITION, Just Ready. 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SPECIAL DEPARTMENT OF GENTLEMEN'S HOSIERY AND OUTFITTING, SHIRTS, 32s., 38s., 44s., 50s., 56s. per Half- dozen. WITH A PREFACE BY Col. Sir E. BRADFORD, K. C. B., COMMISSIONER OF POLICE. A TRIAL ORDER SOLICITED. " The guardian of public order and safety can learn what he ought or ought not to do in every imaginable conjecture."— Daily Telegraph. SWAN & EDGAR, Piccadilly & Regent Street. A PHENOMENAL SUCCESS. FRANCIS EDWARDS, 83, HIGH STREET, MARYLEBONE, LONDON, W. Or of any Bookseller. PRICE 2s. 2d., POST FREE. ETER ROBINSON ( Ltd.), OXFORD- ST. and KEGENT- ST. WILLING & CO., LIMIITED, ENAMEL IRON ADVERTISEMENT TABLETS, NUMBERS, LETTERS, NAMES OF STREETS, IETO-, ETC. Chief Office: 70, St. Martin's Lane, FL0R DE DINDIGUL, A MEDIUM MILD INDIAN CIGAR, Of exquisite Savour and aroma. The late Mr. SALA wrote :—'' Bear favourable comparison with choice Havannas at about one- third their cost." 22s. and 20s. per 100 ( two slzesi, carriage paid. Samples i and 5, is. ( 12 stamps) FLOR DE DINDIGOL CIGARETTES 83. per 100. Samples 12 stamps. BEWLAY, 74 & 49, Strand, & 143, Cheapside Established 1780. 125, STRAND, W. C. ADVERTISEMENTS INSERTED IN ALL LONDON, PROVINCIAL AND FOREIGN NEWSPAPERS EXCEPTIONAL TERMS FOR A SERIES. Sole Contractors for Advertisements in the REFEREE the SPECIAL CORNERS cn Top of Front Page of MCftNXN( » STANDARD, EVENING STANDARD, MORNING ADVERTISER, PEOPLE, and Coiners on Pages 2 3 and 6 of the Globe. Sole Agents for all Advertisements in He OFFICIAL GOVERNMENT " POLICE GAZETTE." WILLINGS, 125, STRAND, W. C. BRANCH OFFICES- 162, PICCADILLY, W. Telegraphic Address—" Willing*, London " Telephone No. 2771. Sole Agent for Advertisements, JAMES WILLING, 125, STRAND, LONDON, W. t __ . To whom all Communications respecting Advertisements must be addressed. 4 T H E POLICE GAZETTE. TUESDAY, JANUARY 19, 1897. Address ( a postcard will do): Dr. TIBBLES' VI- COCOA, Limited, Suffolk House, Cannon Street, Buy your Watches direct from the Manufacturer: H. J. NORRIS, COVENTRY. " The Labour" Watch ( pure English throughout), 50s.; the " Railway and Police" Watch, £ 3 10s.; the Registered " Official Timekeeper " Watch, £ 5 10s. ALL THE ABOVE ARE ENGLISH LEVERS AND WARRANTED FOR FIVE YEARS. V. SPECIAL TERMS FOR POLICE OFFICERS, H. J- Norris will be pleased to supply any member of the force with either Watches, Chains, Jewellery, Electro- Plate, & c., on payment . of 2s. 6d. in the £ down, and the balance by twelve equal monthly payments. Further particulars on application. SPECIAL DEPARTMENT— Watches and Jewellery of every description repaired . and done np as new by most experienced workmen. Detailed Price List of Watches, Chains, < tc., together with Testimonials, as to excellence of workmanship, sent post free, on application to WATCH MANUFACTURER AND JEWELLER, " HERTFORD WORKS 33." COVENTRY- BEADY SHORTLY. BRITISH AND IRISH PRESS GUIDE ( TWENTY- FOURTH YE- A^ Et.) PRICE 1s. POST FREE Is. 4d. A CONCISE AND COMPREHENSIVE INDEX TO THE PRESS OF THE UNITED KINGDOM. Containing all the Daily, Weekly, and other Newspapers, Magazines, Reviews, and Periodicals, Annuals, Guides, Direc- tories, Almanacs, & c., & c., with full particulars of their time and place of publication, price, general and special features, & c. 125, STRAND, W. C., AND 162, PICCADILLY, W. Largest Sale in the World. BORWICK'S BAKING POWDER. The Best that " money can bny. Willing's Selected Theatrical Programme. Drury Lane Theatre— At 7.30, " Aladdin." Covent Garden Theatre- Friday, January 29 th, Fancy Dress Ball. Adelphi Theatre— At 9, " Black Eyed Susan." At 7.45, " All that Glitters is not Gold." Princess's Theatre— , At 8.0, " Two Little Vagabonds." Gaiety Theatre— At 8, " The Circus Girl." Lyric Theatre— v At 8.15, " The Sign of the Cross." Court Theatre— ~ Closed. 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