PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, JULY 2, 1897. VOL. XIV., No. 1410. REGXJ L- A. TX03STS. 1. All announcements for insertion in the POLICE GAZETTE, and all communications upon them, should be addressed to TIIE EDITOR OF THE POLICE GAZETTE, NEW SCOTLAND YARD, 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 enab C action to be taken upon them by another force. 3 Particu'ars as to stolen property wi'. l be likewise inserted inone issue, if sufficient to enable the article in question to be thereby identified. 4. In all cases where a reward is offered the name an I address of some person responsible for the payment must be given, and the exact conditions be clearly stateil. 5. Portraits of persons whose apprehension is sought for serious offences, and engravings of stolen jiroperty, ivill be prominently inserted, with detailed particulars, at a cost of 15s. per portrait, ami of Is. 01. per photograph or sketch of a stolen article, including the expensi ot engraving on wood. 6. Every announcement, if for the apprehension of a pet oon, must be guaranteed by the signature of an officer of not less r auk 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 mu- t be guaranteed by an officer of not lets rank than Inspector, or analogous thereto. 8. A nnouncements of all persons to be apprehended or of stolen property bear a number, ar. i are alphabetically arranged by counties. 9. 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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 POLICB GAZETTE, may be at onoe 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 sec 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., etc. 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.— D Division.— For embezzlement— FRANK WISE, late of GG, Christopher Buildings, Marylebone, age 19, height 5 ft. G or 7 in., complexion fresh, hair and small moustache dark, eyes dark brown; dress, black jacket and vest, light striped trousers, grey tweed cap, lace boots. Absconded 24th ult. Warrant issued. 2.- P Division.— FREDERICK BEALES, Case No. 4, 10th July, 1891, not to be arrested. Warrant withdrawn. 3.— P Division— WILLIAM WATERFIELD MASH, Case No. 10, 26th October, 1S94, not to be ar. ested. Warrant withdrawn. 4.— X Division.— For attempting to carnally know a girl, age 13— WILLIAM ASHBY, alias WIL- LIAM SMITH, age about 20, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion pale, hair light brown, clean- shaved, eyes grey; dress, black jacket and vest, brown tweed trou- sers, grey cloth MI p. A porter; native of London. Warrant issued. 5.— Y Division.— For embezzlement— PERCY VIMPANY, age 18, height 5 ft. 1 or 2 ins., com- plexion fair, hair brown eyes blu°; dress, grey tweed suit and cap, biown shoes. A baker, native of Luton, Bedfordshire. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to tho Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. CITY OF LONDON. G.— For being concerned with three men in cus tody, charged with demanding money, etc., by men- aces— A MAN ( believed to be WILLIAM BETTS or BLACK), age about 32, medium height, com- plexion sallow, hair ( curly) and slight moustache dark; of Jewish appearance. Has represented him- self to be a doctor, and also a solicitor. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. McWilliam, 26, Old Jewry, E. C. 8.— Reading ( Borough).— For stealing 8s., 22nd ult. FITZGERALD, age 33 to 40, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fair, hair and slight mous- tache light, eves blue, rather large head ; dress, blue serge suit, hard felt hat with high crown, brown boots. Had in his possession silk handkerchiefs marked " C. ' Wears two rings ( 1 a half- hoop, the other with black stone). Stated he was an electrical engineer on the G. W. K. Warrant issued. Information to Capt. Henderson, Chief Constable, ! Reading. CARNARVONSHIRE. 9.— Bangor ( County) — Woodcut portrait and description of ROBERT HUGHES, whose apprehen- | sion is sought for forging a cheque for £ 40 ). age 42. height 3 ft. a in., complexion pale, hair ( turning grey) BERKSHIRE. £ 2 2s. REWARD. 7.— Reading ( Borough).— For deserting his wife and children, leaving them chargeable to tho Reading Union— WILLIAM ~ RICHARD GREEN, age 33, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh, hair and mous- tache brown, eyes blue, scar over right eye, under right knee and left leg: dress, dark jacket and vest, grey striped trousers, light check cap, lace boots. A painter. Formerly belonged to the Army Transport Corps, and may endeavour to re- enlist. The above reward will be paid by the Clerk to the Guardians of the Reading Union for such information as will lead to the arrest of Green. Warrant issued. and short stiff moustache dark, walks erect with short quick steps; dress, fawn or slate coloured suit, soft black hat. Late Lloyd's shipping agent at Bangor, of which place he is a native. May endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Inspector Rowland, Bangor. CHESHIRE. 10. — Middlewich ( County).— For stealing ( bailee) a silver English lever watch, No. 46874, maker " George Willis, Northwich," on dial— HARRY ROBINSON ( late of Tiavellers' Rest, Northwich), age 45 to 50, height 5 ft. 7 or S in., complexion sallow, hair ( turning grey), whiskers and moustache dark brown ; dress, long brown overcoat, dark suit, hard felt hat, lace boots. A jobbing watch and clock cleaner; car- ries a black hand- bag. Warrant issued. 4 T H E P O L I C E G A Z E T T E. FRIDAY, JUNE 18, 1 8 9 7. 11.— Middlewich ( County).— For stealing ( bailee) household linen, etc.— JANE ROBINSON, alias GOLDING, age 45 to 50, height 4 ft. 11 in., com- plexion fresh, hair ( turning grey) dark brown, eyes brown, small and rather sharp- pointed nose; dress, brown plaid shawl, print dress, black bonnet, laco boots. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Large, Middlewich. DURHAM. 12.— Sunderland ( Borough).— For burglar}', 1st March last, and stealing £ 3,554 in gold and Bank of England notes ( See Case No. 78, 19th March last)— Expiree WILLIAM HENRY RICHARDSON, alias RICHARDS, Office No. 45711, age 61, height 5 ft. 4 in., very stout, complexion clear and bright, hair ( bald on top) grev, moustache and imperial white, eyes brown. Expiree FREDERICK SMITII, alias WILLIAMS and THOMPSON, Office No. 41886, age 33, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion dark ( sallow), hair dark brown, small moustache black ( which may now be shaved off), beard shaven, eyes brown, cut scar on back of head about inches long, which he tries to hide with his hair. Both dress well. They may endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Huntley, Sunder land. ESSEX. 13.— Chelmsford ( County).— For stealing a lady's gold geneva watch, white dial, " Muriel" thereon; 1 lady's 18- carat gold curb ( hain, a spade guinea dated 1793 attached, and a gold locket ( much worn) containing a gentleman's photograph— TWO MEN. 1st, age about 25, height 5 ft. 5 in., com- plexion fair, hair inclined to sanc'y ; dress, dark check jacket and vesl, brown trousers, light cord cap, brown canvas shoes. 2nd, age about 25, height about 5 ft. 4 in., long face, hair and eyes dark ; dress, brown jacket and vest, mixture trousers, dark cloth cap, lace boots. They carry ji small box with strap attached, and hawk mock jewellery. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable Chelmsford. 14.— Grays ( County).— For stealing, 4th ult., 1 brown leather bag; 1 set of gold studs; 1 pair silver oblong sleevo links; 1 silver albert, snake pattern, with small seal attached; 1 silver- mounted cherry- wood walking stick; 1 silk handkerchief; 1 pair kid gloves; 1 black peak cap ; and £ 3— MARK ERNEST BURROUGHS, late of 3G, Hornby Road, Camberwell, S. E., age about 26, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexity]) pale, broad flat face, rather flat nose, hair and thin moustache black, upper lip parted from a wound, similar to a hare lip; dress ( when last seen), light check jacket suit, white turn- down collar, white siik tie, white straw hat, low shoes. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Jordan, Grays. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 15.— Cheltenham ( County).— For obtaining a " Million" safety bicycle, by false pretences, 18th May, the " Million" transfer registered trade marks affixed to head, No. 1736, pneumatic " Grappler" tyres, " Palmer" pattern tread, size of rubber 28 by li in., tangent wheels, rat- trap pedals, " Brampton" chain, brake, metal mud- guards, usual parts ( except chain wheel) plated, enamelled black, gear 63 in., weight 30 lbs., " No. 1736" is also stamped under- neath bottom bracket, " Toura " lamp, black " Grap- pler " inflator, ' Kendal " brown saddle, black handleswithmottledferrules— SIDNEY BRIDGMAN, age 23 or 24, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., com- plexion fresh, slight moustache rather sandy; dress, light brown cycling suit and cap, brown plaid stockings, cycling shoes. Accompanied by a man, age about 50, height 5 ft. 9 in., hair turn- ing grey, slight moustache and side whiskers; wear- ing a dark grey suit. A woman, age 45 ; dressed in black; and a youth, age about 16; dress, brown cycling suit and cap, plaid stockings. They took an unfurnished house, 12th ult.. obtained a quantity of furniture, etc., and left for Bristol by the 4.15 a. m. train, 7th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. McRae, Cheltenham. HAMPSHIRE. 16.— Winchester ( City).— For stealing, 8th ult. — 7 ladies' gold ring3 ( 1 set double row turquoise ; 1 set single row ditto; 1 supposed set 5 pearls and 4 garnets; 1 set 2 pearls and 1 garnet; 1 antique, hair in centre which turns over; 1 plain centre, " G." en- graved thereon; 1 antique, with hair setting and let- ters round band partly worn off); 4 bracelets ( 1 gold curb chain pattern ; 1 made of caps of verge watches, each circle having a tiger eye stone in centre; 1 silver, composed of coins ( supposed Greek); 1 broad silver ( Indian open pliable work) ; 1 silver Indian bangle ; 1 antique silver cross ( chased), about 3 in. by 2 in.; 1 small gold ditto, about lj in. by 1 in.; 1 small double link gold watch- chain, about 16 in. long, hook one end, swivel the other; several gold lockets, gilt Primrose League badge, etc., on split ring ( 1 locket has a coloured photograph of a gentleman and hair inside) ; 1 gold locket, spray of holly in coral and green enamel; 1 gold Indian filigree diamond shape pendant, drops on three corners, turquoise in each, ring on other, 5 turquoise in centre; 1 gold pin, pearl head; 5 brooches ( 1 silver horseshoe, about 1J in. ; 1 small double coil gold, with green malachite ; 1 small red cornelian, slight gold setting ; 1 small white ditto, gold setting; 1 antique gold, with hair) ; and 4 silver brooches, various shapes— CALLAWAY, alias GEORGE PHILLIPS and C. WOOD, age about 27, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., slight build, complexion sallow, long thin face, hair ( thick) very dark, slight mous- tache and eyes dark, slight impediment in his speech, walks with quick step; dress, blue serge double- breasted jacket suit, vest cut low in front, blue shirt front, dark bow necktie, soft brown hat, low shoes. Supposed a waiter; is believed to be an American. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Felton, Winchester. 17.— Portsmouth ( Borough).— For stealing, 8th ult., a diamond frame pneumatic safety bicycle, " King of Wheels," black enamelled, makers Coventry Wheel Company, straight handle- bar, ends turned for- ward, " Plot's ' patent ventilated rubber handles, " Dunlop" tyres, twin roller chain, £- in. pitch, de- tachable brake, rat- trap pedals, name in gold trans- fers on red ground, " King of Wheels " on down tube, head and mudguard, leather wallet— AUST FRASCI, age about 40, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., thick brown beard, speaks with foreign accent; dress, knicker suit and cap, low shoes, fancy stockings; of good appearance. Supposed identical with MAN, Case No. 41, 11th inst. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Portsmouth. 18. — Southampton ( Borough).— For rape— ALFRED EDMUND LAW, age 34, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion dark, hair dark brown, eyes blue, brown scar on right knee; a painter. Has served in the Royal Engineers, and is now in the Army Reserve. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Southampton. KENT. 19.— Ashford ( County).— For stealing 20 sheep ( re- covered)— SIDNEY LONG, age 25 to 27, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., slight build, complexion fresh, hair slight moustache and eyes dark, knock- kneed, turns his right foot out when walking; dress, light tweed suit, tight- fitting trousers, soft felt hat, brown leather gaiters. A cattle dealer of Hothfield. Is fond of shooting. Frequents fairs and markets. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Bailey, Ashford. 20.— Dartford ( County).— For stealing a mare ( see Case No. 93, 25th ult.)— A MAN, age about 4J> height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fair, hair ( cut close) light, beard, whiskers and moustache sandy ; dress* short dark jacket, cord vest and trousers, neckerchief and cap. Appearance of a labourer. Information to Supt. Sharp, Dartford. 21.— West Mailing ( County).— For stealing, 5th ult., at Wateringbury, 3 waggon sheets ( recovered)— WILLIAM WATTS, age 24, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., slight build, complexion very dark, small moustache dark; dress, dark blue coat and vest, brown cloth trousers, brown boots, black hard felt hat. A sail- maker. Has the appearance of a Jew. Was seen, 26th ult., going in the direction of Tonbridge, carry- ing a white kit- bag. Wan- ant issued. Information to Supt. IToare, West Mailing. LANCASHIRE. 22.— Rochdale ( Borough).— For stealing, 16th ult., 1 fawn- coloured cloth costume, with velvet collar and cuffs; 1 green, red and yellow striped flan- nelette chemise; 1 pair black woollen stockings; 1 grey woollen skirt— MARY ALICE MARSH, age 3S to 40, height about 5 ft. 5 in., sunburnt and freckled, hair brown, eves blue, several false teeth in upper jaw; dress, black dress, black three- quarter vicuna jacket, round black straw hat trimmed narrow white ribbon. Supposed a native of Leeds. 23.— Rochdale ( Borough). — For larceny"—• THOMAS RODDY, ace 42, height 5 ft. 7A in., com- plexion fresh, hair, moustache and imperial ( turning grey) brown, eyes^ rey. Of military appearance. A labourer ; native of Rochdale. 24.— Rochdale ( Borough)— Forlarceny— JAMES DEVANEY, age 53, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes blue, mole left shoulder, anchor tattooed between left thumb and forefinger, scar back of neck. A labourer ; native of Rochdale. Information to Chief Constable Buck, Rochdale. LEICESTERSHIRE. 25.— Melton iVIowbray ( County)— For embezzling £ 4 4s. 8d.— HARRY MANNING, age about 30, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion pale, hair and mous- tache brown, lame; is addicted to drink ; dress, old grey tweed suit, light cloth cap, low shoes. A baker ; supposed native of Grantham. May be found in Yorkshire. Absconded 23rd ult. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Bott, Melton Mowbray. MIDLOTHIAN. 26.— Edinburgh ( County).— For fraudulently ob- taining a pneumatic safety bicycle, diamond frame, makers. Hood and Simpson, Bannyrigg," figure of two men riding cycles, and name of machine, " Rhy- mer," stamped on front of frame, dent on under bar. about 2 in. from pedals, wheels 30 and 28 in. in diameter, wooden rims, painted yellow, tangent spokes, tied with brass wire spokes and frame black enamelled, wheels fitted with " Dunlop " special plain road- racing detachable tyres, " II. B. M." stamped on bub, barrels of wheels, rat- trap pedals, with toeclips, " B. S. A." stamped on pedals. Silver plated bent- handle- bar, cork handles, with white tips, " Brook's " saddle, " B10" stamped thereon, " D" tubing, back fork oval tubing, frame 1895 make, but has been fitted up with 1897 improvements, had no brake, bell or lamp— HERBERT HARRIS, an Englishman, age 20, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion pale, hair light or sandy, prominent nose, which is slightly bent to the left; dress, slate- coloured tweed jacket and vest, blue sergo trousers, black leather shoes, collar and tie. Said he was in the employment of the Patent Quad- rant Cycle Company, Limited, Birmingham, about 2 years ago. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. 27.— Edinburgh ( County).— For rape, Gth ult., GEORGE JACK, a miner, age 26, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., stout build, complexion fresh, long face, hair and slight moustache light, largo nose ; dress, black corded jacket, light tweed trousers, black felt hat. A native of East Lothian. Has friends at Nelson, Lancashire ; Scotswood, near Newcastle ; Ilouse- O- Muir, East Lothian, and Keeley, Fifeshire. Warrant issued. Not to- be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Colonel Borthwick, Chief Constable, County Buildings, Edinburgh. TUESDAY, JUNE 15, 1 8 9 7 . T H E P O L I C E G A Z E T T E. 9 28.— Edinburgh ( City).— For obtaining, 16th ult., £ 25, by fraud—" LIEUTENANT" BELTON, alias BERTRAM, ago 30, height 5 ft. 6 in., slight build, complexion swarthy, thin features, hooked nose, hair and slight moustache dark, large scar right side of neck, slightly bow- legged; wearing naval uniform and yellow boots ; sometimes wears a brown tweed suit. He advertised in local newspapers, offer- ing good situations in South Africa, and repre- senting himself to be a Lieutenant of the Royal Naval Reserve, and had been employed by the Admi ralty to engage a clerk for a Government station, obtaining the £ 25 as security. He was sentenced to G months imprisonment, for theft, at Glasgow, 12th November last, and has been convicted of a similar offence at Stirling. Warrant issued. Information to Cliief Constable Henderson, Edin- burgh. 29.— Edinburgh ( City).— Woodcut portrait and description of GEORGE WHITELAW, a lawyer's clerk, whose apprehension is sought for obtaining £ 150 by a forged cheque, 4th ult.— age 26, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion pale, full face, hair and moustache dark, slouching gait; dress, black jacket and vest, grey trousers, black hard felt hat, brown overcoat. May endeavour to go abroad. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Henderson, Edin- burgh. MONMOUTHSHIRE. 30.— Abergavenny ( County).— For stealing a bicycle ( recovered)— OSWALD RHYS, age 24, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fair, hair ( curly) very light ; wearing blue serge suit and brown boots. A solicitor's clerk. Supposed previously convicted. Has friends at Sennybridge, Brecon. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Supt. Davies, Abergavenny. NORFOLK. 31.— Wals ingham ( County).— For embezzlement — ALBERT WILLIAM MYHILL, late of Fakenham, age 34, height about 5 ft. 5 in., complexion llorid, hair and slight moustache brown, eyes grey, large project- ing upper teeth; dress, black rib f uit, black hard hat with mourning band. A shoemaker ; but has recently been employed as a milkman ; he has also been an in- surance agent. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Harvey, Walsingham. 32.— Norwich ( City).— For stealing, 8th ult., a gentleman's 18- carat gold albert chain, long links, with gold eagle, lion and watch- key attached ; 1 oval gold locket, blue enamel, set pearls, thin gold chain attached; 2 silver teaspoons, engraved " L. G. P." ; 1 silver brooch, 2 in., long, comprised of 4 horses ; 2 small Japanese cash- boxes ( one contained a deposit note for £ 100 on " Gurney's" Bank, an old leather purse, containing 5 or 6 pawntickets, issued by " Levine" or " Gamble," Norwich, and a small money- box— F. C. INGLETT, alias C. INGLISS and ALBERT HARDY, age 25 to 30, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion swarthy, hair ( inclined to curl) very dark, clean- shaved, eyes dark, good teeth ; dress, dark slate- colour suit ( coat- tails rather long), stand- up collar, large dark tie ( light horseshoes thereon), large cuffs, small pearl pin, black hard felt hat, lace boots; usually wears a small silver chain, may be wearing the stolen albert. He lodged at a house for a week, and stated he had » been a clerk at the Stone and Granite Works, near King's Cross, and occasion- ally engaged at music halls ; frequents concert rooms, is an expert at card tricks ; supposed a native of Lon- don. Information to Chief Constable Winch, Norwich. SURREY. 33 — Guildford ( County).— Forlarceuy— JAMES CHARLES MARSHALL, age 20, height 5 ft. 3£ in., complexion fresh, hair auburn, eyes hazel, scar bridge of nose, moles back of left calf, brown mark small of back. A private of the 2nd Royal West Surrey Regi- ment, from which he deserted on 20th ult. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Page, Guild- ford. £ 1 REWARD. 34.— Guildford ( Borough).— For deserting his children, leaving them chargeable to the Guild- ford Union— RICHARD GEORGE PERRY, age 40, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh, hair ( bald) and moustache dark brown, eyes hazel; dress, black coat and vest, grey tweed trousers, lace boots. A tailor. The above reward will be paid by the Clerk to the Guardians for the Borough of Guildford for such information as will lead to the apprehension of Perry. Warrant issued. Information to Held Constable Worlock, Guildford. SUSSEX ( EAST). 35.— Hay ward's Heath ( County).— Forobtaining 17th ult., £ 10, by forged cheque— GEINI MARTIN- UCCI, late of Brighton, age about 22, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion florid, hair and slight moustache light brown, beard about a week's growth, eyes hazel; of good address; dress, dark tweed jacket, light trou- sers and vest, light cloth peak cap, brown leather shoes. A tutor. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Smith, Hayward's Heath. 36.— Lewes ( County).— For embezzlement — ALFRED PRESTON GORDON, age 34, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion dark, hair dark brown, mous- tache ( heavy) and eyes dark; dress, dark suit, soft felt hat, light boots, late agent to the British Supply Corporation, Lewes. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Stevens, Lewes. 37.— Hastings ( Borough).— For stealing, 21st ult., 1 silver neck- chain, curb pattern, fastens with a split ring; 1 silver watch- chain, square pattern, joined with small links, with three charms attached, viz.: 1 small book, made of Torquay marble ; a minia- ture elephant, and a silver German coin ; 1 lady's gold ring, with box for hair; 1 jet and gilt bead necklet; 1 lady's gold watch, open- face, gold dial, black hands and figures, engine- turned cases, round space in centre for initials, fixed in a green wristlet, which fastens with a buckle ; 1 long gold brooch, with flowers thereon, and pearl set in centre, in a maroon- coloured square case, lined red plush; 1 small gold safety- pin brooch, set with pearls ; 1 long chased gold brooch; 1 lady's silver geneva watch, engine- turned cases, with shield in centre, open- face, white dial, black hands and figures, piece of paper with " Taylor, Kingsbridge," thereon, inside case; 1 lady's gold ring, set two diamonds and three sapphires; 1 gipsy ring, buckle pattern, set four turquoise— A MAX, age 27 to 30, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion fair, hair and moustache light; dress, dark brown mixture suit, white straw hat with blue band. Information to the Chief Constable, Hastings. 38.— Hove ( Town).— For larceny, 25th ult.— THOMAS YOUNG, age 19, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., slight build, complexion ruddy, nose flat, hair light, eyes ( small) blue ; dress, black double- breasted jacket, black vest, blue serge trousers, light cloth cap, button boots. A labourer; native of Hove. Warrant issued. 39.— Hove ( Town).— For stealing, 29th May, a re- gistered letter, containing £ 5— DAVID SHOESMITH, age 36, height 5 ft. 4 in., slight build, complexion pale, hair brown, clean shaved, eyes grey, long nose, large dimple centre of chin, stoops slightly; dress, black serge jacket, black vest and trousers, black hard felt hat, Oxford shoes. A waiter. Warrant issued. Information to Major Teevan, Chief Constablei, Hove. SUSSEX ( WEST), 40.— Steyning ( County).— For burglary, 6th ult., at Storrington— A MAN, age about 30, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fair, hair, short stubby mous- tache and beard sandy, eyes blue. Hawks boot- laces, and sometimes works on farms ; dress, old white shirt, dirty cord trousers, no boots or hat. May be found at common lodging- houses. Information to Supt. Hooker, Steyning. WARWICKSHIRE. 41.— Coventry ( City).— For embezzlement— GEORGE BUSBY, age 30, height 5 ft. 6 in., com- plexion fresh, hair brown, moustache light brown ; dress, navy blue serge jacket and vest, light stripe trousers, black billycock hat, turn- down collar; of smart appearance. A native of Coventry. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Gray, Coventry. WIGTOWNSHIRE. 42.— Stranraer ( County).— Woodcut portrait and description of JAMES M'COLM, whose apprehension is sought for stealing cattle ( recovered), age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., slight build, complexion and hair dark, long moustache dark brown, eyes dark, cut scar left hand, on top joints of thumb and fore- finger, leans forward when walking, swinging gait, keeps his legs apart when standing, averu his eyes when speaking; dress, grey check tweed suit and peak cap. Lately resided at Portpatrick, where he had a butcher's business. Has been a ship's carpen- ter, and may seek similar employment. Absconded 4th ult May endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Gordon, Stranraer. WORCESTERSHIRE. 43.— Stourbridge ( County).— 5th ult., a silver geneva watch, No. 41760, dent in case, white dial, black figures, crystal glass, white metal chain with 5- cent. piece and small brass ball and horn attached — TOM , age about 30, height 5 ft. 6 in., slight build, complexion sallow, hair ( curly), mous- tache and small side whiskers dark, hands and wrists tattooed with Union Jack, etc.; walks quickly; talks of horse- racing; dress, dark blue serge jacket and vest, dark plaid trousers, turn- down collar, red plaid tie, blue silk muffler, light cap, brown boots ( have been blacked). Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Push, Stourbridge. 44.— Worcester ( County).— For obtaining food and money by false pretences, and larceny— GEORGE GOOCH, alias GEORGE WILLIAMS, age 40 to 45, height 5ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion fresh, hair( bald on top), light whiskers and moustache sandy, eyes grey. Is believed to be ruptured; dress, short slate- colour check jacket, black vest, dark brown plaid trousers, black peak cap, brown tie, canvas shoes. He repre- sents that he is a traveller in the employ of a largo firm, and will require lodgings for a few days; also that he has a cheque from the firm, but, owing to its being incorrectly dated, he is unable to cash it, and thus obtains money on the pretence of fetching his luggage from the railway station. Stated he was a native of Wymondham, Norfolk, Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Wheeler, Worcester. YORKSHIRE ( NORTH RIDING). 45.— Whitby [ County).— For stealing a watch ( recovered), and £ 2 10s.— A MAN age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion, hair, moustache and eyes dark, anchor tattooed on back of right hand, bracelet and chain right wrist, crossed flags back of left hand; dress, blue serge jacket, suit, black tie, black peak cap; may be wear- ing new shoes. A painter; sometimes goes to sea. Supposed native of Bradford. Information to Supt. Allen, Whitby. YORKSHIRE ( WEST RIDING). 46.— Otley ( County).— For larceny— JOHN WOOD, age about 26, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., com- plexion fresh, hair and slight moustache light; dress, brown cord suit, brown cap, blue neckerchief, strong lace boots. Supposed a native of Earby. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Strain, Otley. 47.— Hull ( Borotigh).— for rape, 3rd ult.— JOHN WILLIAM WEAVER, alias JACK SMITH, age 27, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion, hair and moustache dark, stoops slightly; dress ( when last seen), light T I I E P O L I C E G A Z E T T E. FRIDAY, JULY 2, 1897. brown check cloth coat, blue dungaree jacket, black corduroy vest and trousers, black cap, lace boots. Has been in the Navy. May seek employment at docks. Warrant issued. Information to Captain Gurney, Chief Constable, Hull. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. BERKSHIRE. 48.— Maidenhead ( County).— Remanded till 6th inst., for larceny ( lodgings)— ELIZABETH MARTHA HODGES, age 51, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes grey; dress, black dress, black bonnet trimmed black silk flowers. Native of Yarmouth, Isle of Wight. Supposed wanted elsewhere for simi- lar offences. Information to Supt. Dorrell, Maidenhead. BUCKINGHAMSHIRE. 49.— Aylesbury ( County).— Sentenced, 26th ult., to 6 weeks imprisonment, for having been found secreted in a church, supposed for an unlawful pur- pose— JOHN BURNS ( supposed false), age 42, height 5 ft. 6 in. ( without boots), complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, scar on bridge of nose, right temple, back of head, and 3 on back of neck, woman holding a flag and dancing on globe, mermaid tattooed right arm, Maltese cross, cross swords, tree and anchor on left arm, bracelet both wrists, jockey, coat of arms back left hand, ring on second and third finger; dress, grey cloth jacket ( turning brown), brown mix- ture cloth vest, daric cord trousers, striped flannel- ette shirt, black tie, black hard felt hat, blucher boots. Believed to have been in the Army or Navy. Appears well acquainted with prison discipline." Supposed wanted for stealing money from offertory boxes at various churches. Information to Supt. Pitson, Aylesbury. lady's silver geneva watch, size of a penny, plain case, Roman figures, crystal glass, chain of wooden beads attached ; 1 imitation gold albert, curb pattern, 3 medals ( 1 plain gold, 1 silver, with man on bicycle; 1 bronze, man on bicycle and " Windsor Star Cycling Club " thereon), attached. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Sutton, Sloucrh. SURREY. oO.— Oxted ( County).— Committed for trial, at next Surrey Assizes, for arson— GEORGE ROSE, alias GEORGE LEE, age 49, height 5 ft. 7^ in., slight build, complexion fresh, hair and beard light brown, eyes grey, dancing girl, and female tattooed right forearm, female and lion left forearm. " G. A. 0." br » Bfte « J om iMcfe wmm, anchor back left hand. A tramp. Was charged at Kent Assizes in 1896 ; also at last Kent Assizes, with a similar offence, but was acquitted. Information to Supt. Brice, Oxted. PROPERTY STOLEN". BERKSHIRE. 51.— Wokingham ( County).— 18th ult., at War- grave— A pneumatic safety bicycle, painted black, tangent spokes, new rubber pedals, " Beeston " front tyre, " Maclellan" bnek fryre ( patched), rubber handles ( right one split) roller chain, tool bag on handle- bar. 52,— Wokingham( CoMwty).— 15th ult., at Brack- nell— 2 bicycles. 1st, a new " Beeston Humber," No. 59062, enamelled black all over, tin gear case, " Brooke's" B28 plated saddle, " Dunlop " tyres. 2nd, a new " Premier," No. 118968, wide pedals, steering lock, " Dunlop" tyres; 2 new plated lamps ( 1 " Referee" and 1 " Aevalite"); 1 long brass pump; and long black ditto ( both new). Information to Supt. Molsher, Wokingham. BUCKINGHAMSHIRE. 51.— Slough ( CWity).— 21afc ult., at Langley Marish— 1 pair of old silver sugar tongs; 2 silver serviette rings ; 1 silver butter knife, ivory handle, in brown morocco case, lined dark blue satin. 22nd ult., at Burnham— 1 pair chased gold sleeve links; 1 plain silver cigarette- case; 1 small silver flask; 1 silver key- chain, curb pattern, leather knob at end; 1 silver matchbox- case ( chased); 1 plain silver pocket knife, 2 blades ; 1 silver pencil- case ( fluted); 4 razors in cases ( 2 " Kropp's "), hollow ground; 2 pairs of black socks, with gold stripes. 23rd ult., by housebreaking— 1 small gold wedding ring; 3 gold pins ( I set stones; 1 large knob; 1 " forget- me- nots" in centre); 1 pair gold solitaires; 1 pair silver ditto, embossed with " forget- me- nots " ; 1 silver watch and chain, locket with photographs inside; 4 silver pins ( 1 horse- shoe; 1 small anchor; 1 buckle shape; 1 set green stone); 1 DURHAM. 54— South Shields ( Borough).— 23rd or 24th ult., by shopbreaking— 6 rubber ribbons, for cover ing bicycle tyres, some marked 2G, some 28, and a rough private mark, scratched on inside; 2 28- in. " Dunlop " tyres or slips ; 9 boxes of puncture out- fits ; 3 28- in. and 1- 30- in. inner rubber tubes, with valves; 12 inflator ends, rubber with brass ends; 24 pedal rubbers; 6 yards of |- in. valve rubber; 1 gross brass nipples for tightening spokes ; 2 leather bicycle bags, brass riveted; 1 gross of wheel spokes, butted and electro- plated; 6 bicycle bells, cap pattern; 1 silver- plated inflator; 1 card of trousers clips ; 6 electro plated air valves. Information to Chief Constable Morant, South Shields. HAMPSHIRE. 55.— Bournemouth ( County).— 18tli ult., by burglary— 1 gold clasp bracelet, set 2 diamonds and 1 ruby; 1 gold bracelet, with green enamel ivy leaves, Geneva make; 1 gold chain bracelet, with locket at- tached; 1 lady's gold ring, set 6 diamonds, claw setting ; 1 gold brooch, with carbuncle stone ; 1 gold locket, set pearls; 1 plain gold locket; 1 lady's long gold watch- chain ; 1 gold star, Maltese ( filigree) cross, with small chain attached; 2 gold 5- franc pieces, dated 1859 and 1860; 1 silver filigree necklet; 2 silver bracelets; 1 pair silver earrings, forming Maltese cross; 1 Queen Anne silver teapot and stand, chascd; 1 silver sugar basin, filigree pattern, with imitation grapes thereon; 6 silver dessert- spoons, with monogram " T. II."; G silver teaspoons, with initial " II."; 6 small old silver teaspoons, chased; 6 silver Apostle spoons; 6 dessert knives, pearl handles, crown at end; 6 silver fish knives, ivory handles; 3 ivory handle knives, with stag crest ; G large and G small plain silver forks; 5 large silver forks, with " G." or " E. G." thereon; 4 small silver forks, with " G." or " E. G." thereon; 1 silver gravy spoon, Queen's pattern; 1 silver christening spoon, fork and mug; 6 silver salt cellars, filigree pattern, stands on four legs ; 1 silver salt- spoon, bowl shape of cockle- shell; 1 lady's long sealskin jacket, with 2 pockets; 1 gentleman's double- breasted black cloth overcoat, usual pockets; 1 gold cameo brace- let, with 1 irreen and 2 or 3 white stones— Suspicion is attached to TWO MEN. 1st, age about 36, height about 5 ft, 9 in , hair dark, long moustache black ; wearing dark clothes, hard felt hat. 2nd, age about 36, height 5 ft. 5 or G in., complexion pale, rather long face, hair and moustache ( rather long) light; dress, dark jacket and vest, grey trousers, straw hat. Information to Supt. Foster, Bournemouth. HERTFORDSHIRE. 56.- Ware ( County).— Between 2Sth and 30th ult., by housebreaking, at Hoddesdon— A lady's " Rambler" bicycle ( nearly new), No. 18939, makers " Gormulley and Jeffery, Manufacturing Company, Chicago," wooden rims, pneumatic tyres ( has an ad- ditional cover to hind one). Information to Supt. Wood, Ware. LANCASHIRE. 57.— Salford ( Borough).— 26th or 27th ult, by warehousebreaking— An old 8- day mahogany- cased clock, about 2 ft. long, large round face, white dial, steel hands, bus small glass door at bottom, through which pendulum can be seen, strikes hours, American make; 1 pair brown leather lace boots, size 7, nearly new, " Thierry, maker," inside; 1 pair dark grey tweed trousers; 2 silk, handkerchiefs, cream- coloured ground, . with red flowers thereon. £ 5 REWARD. 58.— Salford ( Borough).— 11th ult.— 1 gentle- man's gold keyless half- hunter watch, opens with spring, maker, " Frodsham, London," has had a name or inscription on top plate, but made indistinct by a number of crosses. The above reward will be paid by Mr. Charles Daly, Wickliffe Villa, Cox Street, Coventry, to any person giving such information as will lead to the appre- hension and conviction of the thief, and recovery of the watch. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Salford. 34172; 1 lady's long gold chain; 1 gold broochr Jubilee sovereign set in gold rim ; 1 ditto, long and narrow ( flowered); 1 ditto, round chain pattern ( dented) ; 2 ladies' gold rings ( 1 buckle; 1 chain pat- tern) ; 1 ditto, small, has been set with 5 red stones ( 4 missing). Information to Inspector Flint, County Police- Office, Norwich. GO.— Great Yarmouth ( Borough.). — 28th u't. — 36 ladies' 18- carat gold keeper rings; 2 ladies' goM geneva watches ; 1 gentleman's gold lever watch ( all new). Each article marked with 2 letters of word, " Chelmsford " scratched inside. Information to Chief Constable Parker, Great Yar- mouth. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. 61.— Kettering ( County).— 2Gth ult.— A pneu- matic bicycle, " Buccleuch" make, straight handle- bars, felt ] edals, cork handles, with black tips, " Dover" detachable gear case, brake rather worn, brown leather bag, air pump and a " Yeder " cyclometer attached— Suspicion is attached to A MAN, age 18 to 20 ; wearing brown clothes and light straw hat. Information to Supt. Andrews, Kettering. 6?. — Oundle ( County).— 23rrl ult., at Kaunds— 3 £ 10 Bank of England notes, nos. K/ 26,44343, 44344, 44345, dated London, 13th July, 1S9G ; 4 £ 5 ditto, Nos. T/ 22,58236 to 58239, dated Hull, 2nd September, 1895. Information to Supt. Phenix, Oundle. NORFOLK. 59.— Norwich ( County). — 19th ult, by house- breaking, at Old Catton— 1 lady's gold watch, No. SUSSEX ( EAST). G3.— Brighton ( Borough).— 24tli ult.— 1 lady's half- hoop gold ring, set with 5 diamonds; 1 lady s engagement ring, set with 3 diamonds. 28th ult.— 1 lady's gold ring, set red stone in claw setting; 1 ditto, set 2 turquoise and 1 diamond; 1 ditto, set 3 turquoise; 1 lady's small link pattern gold necklet, with a pendant, studded with turquoise, at- tached ; 1 silver fruit knife, with niother- o'- pearl handle; and 1 small ruby glass scent bottle, top missing; 1 gentleman's silver watch, No. 17669. 29th ult.— 1 lady's open face silver watch, white dial, out of repair, and stopped at 10 minutes to 5, a silver albert, with tassel, attached; 1 small round gilt clock, on a nickel- plated stand, with two . sea- horses thereon ( numerical figures on clock). 30th ult.— 1 gentleman's double- cased gold keyle> s watch, No. 3012068, spot inside of front case; 1 15- carat gold curb pattern chain ; 1 oxydised gold pit, with oval- shaped head ; and a gilt horse- shoe pin. Information to Chief Constable Carter, Brighton. 64.— Eastbourne ( Borough).— About 24th ult., 1 lady's rather large old gold English lever watch, open face, gold dial, black figures, maker's name on plate, " Anne Pierce ( or Boyde), London," small gold chain, link pattern, with tassel and key at end ; 1 lady's gold English lever watch, open- face, gold dial, steel hands, black figures, back of case heavily chased, inner case very dull, with, a " Crown," and maker's name, " John Bennett, Cheapside," thereon, ith lady's gold Albert " Prince of Wales" pattern attached; 1 lady's silver geneva watch, open- face, white dial, chased back of case, mark on case where it has been prised open ; has a black silk cord guard, with gold oval shaped locket about 1 in. long, gold buckle in centre, and twist of gold either side of buckle, and gold pencil- case about 2 in. long, with red stone at top, attached ; 1 lady's rather large gold English lever watch, No. 10876, open- face, white dial, Iilack figures, chased back, plain centre, with an old- fashioned gold chain, attached; 1 gentleman's old silver English lever watch, No. 172, maker's name " Edward'Bowen, London," white dial, black hands ; 1 hook- and- eye pattern brooch, covered with dia- monds set in gold ; 1 old- fashioned gold bracelet, gold fillets, with small, interlaced chain and padlock, set with carbuncle, attached ; 1 small gold bow brooch, set with pearls; 1 gold keeper ring, chain top ; 1 lady's 18- carat gold dress ring, set 3 rubies and 2- diamonds, or vi. ee versa; 1 plain silver cigarette case, opens with spring, silver gilt inside, slightly- hollowed to fit pocket, with monogram, " C. F. W. engraved on top; 1 small silver snuff- box, highly chased ( one side diamond pattern, the other star pattern), chased around edges, about 2 in. long, in. wide, and about J in. deep ; said to be Russian silver; lid fits very close ; 1 small silver box, about 4 in. long, about- 2 in. wide, and 2 in. deep, rectangu- lar, embossed on top, a man on horse wearing cloak, and broad- brimmed hat, and other figures at sides and erwcls— Suspicion is attached to A MAN who was seen in one of the houses from which part of the property was stolen, and who stated that lie had been sent, to ensnare apartments for " Madam Harris, Bedford Square, age 20 to height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in. r slight build, complexion sallow, rather small features, hair very dark, clean shaved, eyes dark, small mola on one cheek; dress, dark blue serge jacket suit,, white straw lnt, with black band, pale blue shirt; TUESDAY, JUNE 15, 1 8 9 7 . T H E P O L I C E G A Z E T T E. 9 speaks with foreign accent, and has the appearance of a German waiter. Information to Chief Constable Plumb, Eastbourne. 65.— Hove ( Town).— 24th ult.— A " Triumph" • afety bicycle, " W'elch- Dunlop " tyres ( front nearly new), 30- in. front, 28- in. back wheel, tangent spokes, black enamelled frame, straight handle- bar, cork handles, rubber pedals ( much worn), 31 stamped on lamp bracket, " King of the Road" lamp attached, has recently had a new rubber brake fitted. Information to Major Teevan, Chief Constable, Hove. WORCESTERSHIRE. Evesham ( County).— 18th ult., at Rous ljench.-— A pneumatic bicycle, " Dunlop " tyres, dia- mond frame, much scratched, maker's name" Blaham," • on head, frame and " tyres worn, saddle broken at • spring. 24th ult.— A " Genuine Rudge " ' 95 pattern safety { pneumatic bicycle, low frame, fitted with 1} in. " Palmer's" corrugated tyres, 30- in. front wheel " Lucns" rsh's), 28- in. back, self Sealing tube (" Wood's"" Valve), tangent wheels, solid rims, 1- in. flat handle- bar, felt handles, with tips off both ends, ordinary' rubber centre pedals, one - sivie of pedal- plate much bent, no brake or guards, leg on front plate crown brake, plate crown cniavieTlcd black, f- in. block chain, square cranks, Strang brown leather saddle, " Humber" pattern bracket, No. 4527 on hantfle, 63 gear, enamelled black, throughout— By A MA" N, age about 25, height about 5 ft. 8 in., com- plex- inn, hair and slight moustache dark; wearing brown knicker cycling suit, arrd cap to matdh. Information to Snpt. Cope, " Evesham. YORKSHIRE ( EAST RIDING). • 67.— Beverley ( Borough).— 1 gentleman's silver Qever watch, supposed Ne. 4302, " John Robinson" . Tonnd dial, each letter hi place of a nnmeral; 1 gen- tleman's' silver Waltham lever watch, No. 491G433, Avith a rather heavy silver curb • pattern albert • attached; 1 diamond pin, gold head, circular shape, •. about size of a sixpenny piece, with diamond in centre, wrrth the gold si; rrounding it, cut stra- shape. Information to Ileatl ' Constable ' liaight, Guildhall, 3Bsverley. * ANIMALS, <& c., STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT, 68.— H Divisiom.— 19tk ult.— A ushestnut mare,, L' 5 1 lands 3 in., 5 years old, white blaze down face, fired on near hind Aeg, a - set of brass^ nounted van harness, initials " E. D.". om blinkers and saddle ( nearly • sew), yC9.—; M Divisiom.— Between 27tli 28th ult., at Stotter'- s Brickfield, Southbu « .- y Road, Enfield— A bay cob gesiding, about 113 litind.% near for> e and both hin<$ Jetlo ; ka white, sbor. 6 mane and tail, mark on back )( nu;> posed having been sown); a set of brass mounted harness, two sets of jhe- av. y cart harness, C. S. engraved on brass mounts thereon, one bridle and a light spring box « wt, - pirated dark green, p; c'ced - out light green, white metal cap on wheels, " . Scofield, Bush Hill Park, Eafield," thereon. Inforniaiti* xl to be forwarded to the Metropolitan jPolioe Office, New £ c itland Yard, &. W. WORCESTERSHIRE. 70.- Evesham ( County).— 26th ult., at Ecking- fcwn— A lialf- bred bay horse, 7 years, 151 hands, lighter colour under body, black points afl round, small stsur on forehead, little white on one hifiid fet- lock, extending 1 or 2 inches up the leg, or may be on both fetlocks, scar about 3 in. long on back of near thigh, tail cut close but not docked, large feet, strong build. Information to Supt. Cope, Evesham. ANIMALS, & c., RECOVERED. KENT. 71.— Dartford ( Cotm'y).— Marc, Case No. 93, 25 th ult. i PROPERTY FOUND. SUSSEX ( EAST). 72.— Hastings ( Borough).— 24th ult.-- A lady's Safety bicycle, " The Forward," pneumatic tyres, plated handle- bar, bell and brake, other parts black enamel, mud guards to both wheels, rubber handles, brown leather saddle, with " The National Saddle Works, Sydenham Road, Birmingham ; maker, Andrews, M. F. C. Co., Ltd., Birmingham," thereon. Information to Chief Constable Baker, Hastings. plexion fair, hair light, elean- shaved, eyes blue, quiet pleasant manner; wearing brown tweed suit, soft felt hat. Warrant issued. 83.—'< Division.— For stealing, 24th ult., 1 gold fancy link pattern albert; 1 Jubilee shilling brooch; 2 purses: 1st, a gentleman's leather, fastens with button ; 2nd, a lady's blue plush, knob fastening; 1 brown- and- white check Oxford shirt; 1 white wrap; 1 blue serge vest— ALBERT GEORGE F0SSEY, age 21, height 5 ft. 10 in., slight build, complexion fair, slightly sunburnt, low forehead, hfir light, eyes ( sunken) grey, large scar out- ide right little finger - and right side of chest, abscess right groin, large feet, walks with slouching gait; has botn in the Navy; dress, black morning coat, blue serge vest, dark tweed trousers with blue stripes ( patched at bottom), white silk neckerchief, brown check cap. Native of Brad- well. Buckinshamshire. Warrant issued. 81.— K Division.— For o'ltaining goods by false pretences— Expiree EDWARD STEWART," alias DAYID MURRAY, DAYII) ROGERS, and DUNCAN SCOTT, Office No. 46022, age 56, height 5 ft, 5 in., complexion fresh, hair dark ( bald in front) whiskers and moustache brown ( turning grey), eyes grey, " M. A.." anchor, diamond and 4 dots on right, heart and " E. L." on left forearm, star, 8 dots, 2 flags, " V. R" and anchor back of left hand; dress, dark coat and vest, green cord trousers, and black doth peak cap. Appearance of a seafaring man. Ssntenced at Cen- tral Criminal Court, 17th September, 1888, to 5 years penal servitude ; also at N rth London Sessions, 7th October. 1895, to 12 months for fraud, in the name of DUNCAN SCOTT. ZG0 682. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. PROPERTY FOUND IN POSSESSION OF PRISONERS, HEREFORDSHIRE. 73.— Hereford ( County).— In possession of David Powell, remanded till 5th inst.— A dark biy cob mare, 3 years, 14 hands 1 inch, rather thick set, 3 feet, and star on forehead white, short hair on tail; also a brown leather bridle with double buckles and snaffle bit. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Smith, Hereford. PERSONS OR BODIES FOUND, METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 74.— C. O. ( Correspondence No. 233781}.— 4th April last, by the seashore at Bretignolles, and interred at Sables d'Olonne, the body of a MAN, in a decomposed state, appeared to be about 60 years old, length about 5 ft. 10 in., corpulent; dress, under- vest « / » d drawers of very fine white flannel, blue flannel trousers, blue and black silk neckerchief fastened with an English- made gold horseshoe pin with row of small pearls round edge, supposed of British nationality, and to have been in the water 2 or3 months. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, 85.—- Slough ( County).— For stealing, 29th ult., a lady's gold geneva watch. No. 104307, and a lady's 9- carat gold ring, set 4 pearls and 3 corals ( 2 corals deficient)— A MAN, age about 28, height 5 ft. 10 in., slight build, complexion fair, high forehead and cheek bones, hair and moustache light; dress rough blue serge jacket and vest, dark grey trousers, black- and- white check tie, black hard hat, brown lace shoes; was wearing 2 silver chains ( one has a silver star, the other a silver match- box, attached), also wore a gold ring, set dark stone on little firger left hand. Stated lie was an Engineer on the Great Western Railway. Information to Supt. Sutton, S'cugb. DUMFRIESSHIRE. 75.-— Dumfries ( County).— 24thult., on the bank of the River Nitli, near Dumfries— The body of A MAN ( committed suicide by shooting), ag-; 2G to 30, length 5 ft. 7 in., thin face, hair ( inclined to cutfi) black or dark brown, slight moustache dark, eyes dark blue, regular teeth, 3rd and 4th left fingers c'elaient; drese, blue ssrge jacket suit, white com- position front, i t ind- up collar, narrow black satin tie, " R. Jones," shirt maker, Leicester, thereon, Ir > wn, blue, and white striped flannelette shirt, grey merino socks, w& ite straw hat with black band, brown boots,- stamped " Willow Calf," all in good condition; • carnied a cherry- wood crook walking stick. Had in his . possession— a brown leather pig- skin purse, I patent yellow mineralised eorrugated tobacco pouch, 1 wooden pipe, 1 small double- blade poele knife, itortoiseshelS handle, and a new 5- chambered revolver. Information to Chief Constable Gordon, Dumfries. PROPERTY STOLEN. SUSSEX ( EAST). 86.— Hastings ( Borough).— 18th ult.— A lady's small silver watch, sinele case, engine- turned ( much worn), white dial, black figures ; - silver curb pattern locket chain, snap fastening; and silver pencil- case, gilded at each end. 28th ult.— 1 lady's gold half- hcop ring, set 9 dia- monds ; 1 ditto, set 3 rubies and 3 diamonds; 1 plain gold bancle bracelet; 1 plain gold bangle, set large diamond, claw setting. Information to Chief Constable Eakcr, Hastings. APPREHENSIONS. 76.- Metropolitan Police District, Criminal Investigation Department.— HENRY ADAMS, alias J OHN JONES, Case No. 85, 4th ult, 77.— Metropolitan Police District, C Divi- sion.— WALTER EDGAR FOSKETT, Case No. 4, 21sfc May last, and sentenced to 3 months imprisonment. 78 — Metropolitan Police District, F Divi- sion.— ARTHUR CHARD, Case No. 5, 21st May- last,, and remanded till 5th inst. 79.— Carnarvonshire, Carnarvon ( County).— Expiree HENRY WILLIAMS, alias HENRY GREYHOUND, STOKES and JOHN PRICE, Office No. 48574. € 0.— Essex, Chelmsford ( County). — MAN, Case No. 12, 25th uk., and committed for trial at Chelmsford Quarter Sessions. 81.— Yorkshire ( East Riding), Beverley ( Borough).— SAMUEL SUTCLIFFE, Case No. 57, 25th ult. PERSONS OR BODIES FOUND DEVONSHIRE. 87.— Honiton ( County.)— In the sea near Sid mouth— The body of A MAN, much decomposed, age supposed about 26, length 5 ft. 6 or 7 in.; dress, brown jumper, blue cloth trousers ( patched with flannel!, 1 blue and 1 white fismnel shirt, white flannel drawers, knitted jersey, knitted sea stockings, and new pair sea- boots. Found in pockets— 3 keys ( 2 iron. 1 brass); 1 sailor's largo pocket knife: 1 large metal tobacco- box, with anchor, ship and a 5- pointed star scratched on lid, " J.'' scratched on one side, and " Wattez " on the other. Information to Supt. de Sehmid, Honiton. APPREHENSIONS. ' 88.— Hampshire, Southamoton ( Borough).— Expiree HENRY KIDDLE, Office No. 40621, sen- tenced 29th ult. to 6 months hard labour, and Licence Holder HENRY CAMP, alias GEORGE HOLMES, Office No. 1035/ 97, sentenced to 3 years penal servitude ( see GAZETTE, 4th ult., Case 52). 89.— Hampshire, Southampton ( Borough).— RAY', alias WALTER HUTT, Case No. 25, 25th ult. 90.-- Midlothian, E d i n b u rgh ( City).—" LIEU- TENANT " BELTON. alias BERTRAM, Case No. 36, 25th ult. LATEST ^ FORMATIONS, APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 82.— Criminal Investigation Department. — For obtaining money by false prectnces— A MAN, age about 40, height 5 ft. 7 in., square build, com 4 T H E POLICE G A Z E T T E. FRIDAY, JUNE 18, 1897. The apprehension of the undermentioned persons is sought for failing to report under the Provisions of the Prevention of Crimes Act. The Police Force requiring tlie capture is notified under the name of the person, with the exception of the Metropolitan District, which is shown by the letters C 0 ( Con- vict Office). ID all cases where a warrant has been granted, notification will follow name of Force desiring capture. In the event of the capture of persons circulated from C. 0. information is to be forwarded to the Assistant Commissioner, Convict Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. The remainder to the Chief Constable of the Police District named. Name, Metropolitan Police O. iioe, No., AMI AIIE. Force Desiring Capture. HEIGHT. COM. IIAIR. EYES. REMARKS. Conviction, Prison Register No. and Date Liberated. LICENCE HOLDERS. GEORGE HARRIS, 3111- 93. C. O. Sen 24 tence expired. Warrant issued JOHN DONOYOU, 3.' S2- 93. C. O. JAMES WILLIAM ANDREWS, alia- 26 GEORGE ROBERTS, 247- 97. C. O. EDWIN WHEATLEY WATTS, a Hat 47 GEORGE WATTS, EDWIN WATTS, and EDWIN WILSON, 1110 96. C. O. Sentence expired. Warrant issued - GEORGE MEREDITH, alias WILLIAM 29 GEORGE FULLER, WILLIAM GEORGE PURKS, and WILLIAM FULLER, 1597- 97. C. O. WILLIAM JONES, aVas WILLIAM HENRY SMITH, CHARLES BROWN, WILLIAM GREEN and THOMAS JACKSON, 1549- 97. C. O. 66 WILLIAM WEST, alias WILLIAM WEINER, WILLIAM WEIMAR, ami WILLIAM WINER, 46287. C. O. • Sentence expired, Warrant issued JAMES WARD, 532- 07. C. O. 30 31 GEORGE BRITTEN, alms GEORGE BRITTON ani HENRY JONES, 47295., C. O. 01 TO BREND1EV, 1143- 97. C. O. JOSEPH ARTHUR BRADSHAW, alia- JOHN KENYON, JOSEPH MYCOCK, JOHN MYCOCK, and JOSEPH „ WHITE, 163297. Oldham ( Borough) JOHN EDWARD DAVIS, a'ia, EDMUND DAVIS, 1106- 97. Fishponds ( County). Warrant issued JOHN MAY, 3150- 90. Mailing ( County) Warra-. it issue I * 45 30 WILLIAM JAMES MORRIS, alia> 62 JAMES FORMAN, JAMES MORRIS, and WILLIAM MORRIS, 1615- 97. Read- ing ( Birou^ h) WILLIAM JAMIE- ON, 43214. Dundet 36 ( City) SUPERVISEES. 5 3} fresh 23 I 5 9} fresh 5 8. j fresh 5 2$ fresh 5 2 fresh 5 6} fresh 5 5 fresh 5 6 fresh 5 6 fresh 5 41 fresh 5 6J fresh 5 41 tresh brn dk brn brn It brn ( thin) It brn grev ( bald) brn brn hazel grey It liazl brn blue 35 5 fresh dk brii brn grey grey cast & spot in It grey blue Dot on It upper arm, anchor and other marks on It, Central Criminal Court, 29th May, 1893, 4 years several dots on rt forearm, A and two dots back of It hand Mole above It eyebrow and rt cheek, scar rt wrist and 1st rt finger, blue mark It forearm Scar It of upper lip, above rt eyebrow, It forefingers and back of It hand penal servitude for burglary. November, 1890. T 309. Licenced Oth Central Criminal Court, Gtli February, 1893, 5 years penal servitude for robbery with violence. Licenced 26th December, 1896. T 172. Central Criminal Court, 22nd October, 1894, 3 years penal servitude for forgery. Licenced 20th January, 1897. U 517. Scar between eyebrows, rt of bridge of nose, under rt eye, North London Sessions, 7th June, 1892, 5 years and base of It thumb, impediment in speech penal servitude for larceny. Licenced 13th April, 1S96. H L S 484. . Scar It eyebrow, face pockmarked Scar It forearm and each side of neck ( abscess) Uential Criminal Court, 28th May, 1894, 4 years penal servitude for burglarv. Licenced 31st May, 1897. N U 141. Glasgow, 9th May, 1892, 3 years penal servitude and 7 years police supervision and remanent of former sentence for theft. Licenced 19th May, 1897. Licence expires 25th November, 1S98. Scar rt cheek and between eyebrows, W VV, flower- pot Manchester, 12th June, 1890, 5 years penal servi- and wreath on rt forearm tude and 2 years police supervision for larceny. Licenced 30th April, 1894. Q 178. blue Scar It palm, It eyelid, rt forefinger, and rt eyebrow mole near corner of rt eye dk gry ( blind left) hazel dk bm dk gry bru 7i fresh dkbrn ( tning ( grey • 5 4 - fresh THOMAS SMITH, alias PATRICK 26 COLLINS and THOMAS COLLINS. 251493. C. O. GEORGE MACK, a'i'n JAMES GRIFFIN 20 aud JAM ' S FINNEY, 1761- 97. C. O. JAMES COLEMAN, 1353 97. C. O. 21 EDWARD BALDWIN, 3102- 90. C. O. 48 RICHARD CLAYTON, 27- 54- 96. C. O. 23 WILLIAM (.' AND LIS 4, alias JOHN 36 DUCKWORTH. 256- 93. Blackpool ( Borough) HENRY ALBERT ASHWIN. 43297. 33 Liverpool ( City) 5 4 fresh 5 0J pale .3 2 fresh 4 11 pale fresh \\ fresh brn bra brn ( sunk- en) hazel Scar each eyebrow, rt cheek, and back of rt hand Sear rt of forehead, base of It thumb, and on 1st It finger ; 4th rt finger bent inwards Anchor, cannon, cable, boat, bird, and flower on rt sailor, crossed flags, swords, heart, and sailor with cutlass on It forearm, crossed flags back of rt hand Right leg has been fractured and is deformed ( walks lame), scar centre and It of forehead, It temple, It cheek, rt forearm, It thumb, and 2 back of neck ( boil), blue dot It wrist and between It thumb and finger, It thumbnail damaged, ruptured It side Mole It cheek, lightship on rt, shield with two flags and crown and lighthouse on It upper arm, cutter, raft, mermaid, bracelet, woman skipping, anchor crown, three bracelets, woman's head, and two flags on rt, sailor with crossed flags, crown, brace let, globe, laurel, codfish, heart, dagger, W, crossed flags and crown on It forearm, rings on 1st, 2nd, and 3rd fingers each hand Mole It side of face and back of neck, sear rt fore arm brn blue ( bald) Face pockmarked, scar It of forehead, rt cheek, back It hand aud rt kneecap ( abscess), mole on chest grey grey dk brn It liazl brn brn ( weak) dk brn dk gry dk brn 5 5J fresh bin ( bald) blue brn Sear under tip of no3e, flag, anchor, bracelet, and two crtssjs on It, P C, anchor, and other marks on rt forearm, dot back of It wrist and between It thumb and finger, diamond back of It hand, lings on all It fingers « I L, I L R D, I L B G., anchor, and seven dots back of It forearm, I L, I L A D back of It hand, scar 2nd rt finger, three dots on each forearm Three stars, I L E T, cross, two female figures on It, cross, anchor, and a number of dots on rt forearm, two circles ( one of dots) between It thumb and finger, crossed flags, E T, and J C 011 It upper arm Dot on It forearm, sear centre of forehead, lo3t several upper front teeth Scar front of It hand and rt forearm, hairy mole rt of face Injury It eye, scar corner It eye Two oval scars edge of rt shoulder- blade Central Criminal Court, 19th November, 1894, 3 years penal servitude for burglary. Licenced 17th February, 1897. U 576. Surrey Sessions, 3rd January, 188S, 10 years penal servitude and remanent of former sentence for shopbreaking. Licenced 16th November, 1894. Sentence expires 24th June, 1899. I. O. 93. Central Criminal Court, 7th January, 1895. 3 years penal servitude for larceny ( bailee). Licenced 17th April, 1897. V. « 30. Manchester, 20th Februar}-, 1895, 3 years psnal servitude for horse- stealing. Licenced 2nd June, 1897. A H V 10S4. Bristol, 4th August, 1893, 5 years penal servitude for embezzlement. Licenced 11th May, 1897. T 376. Also wanted for horse- stealing. Maidstone, 7th January, 1886, 14 years penal servitude and 5 years police supervision and remanent of former sentence for housebreaking, and demanding money by menaces. Liberated on licence 5th November, 1896, which expires 5th December, 1900. H M 293. Gloucester, 12th February, 1895, 3 years penal servitude for larceny. Licenced 25th May, 1897. V 26. Edinburgh, 17th June, 1892, 5 years penal servi- tude and 5 years police supervision, and re- manent of former sentence, for larceny ( person). Liberated on licence, 15th March, 1897, which expires 17th August, 189S. West Ham Borough Sessions, Oth August, 1895, 12 months hard labour and 12 months super- vision for larceny ( person). North London Sessions, 20th January, 1896, 17 months hard labour and 2 years police super- vision for larceny ( person). North London Sesjions, 4th May, 1896, 12 months hard labour and 2 years police supervision for larceny ( person). Birmingham 9th April, 1896, 6 months hard labour and 1 year pMiee supervision for larceny. North London Sessions, 7th January, 1895, 20 months hard labour and 3 years police super- vision for warehouse- breaking. Preston Sessions, 19th October, 1887, 5 years penal servitude and 7 years police supervision for lar- ceny. Also at the same Sessions, 16th October, 1895, to 3 months hard labour for larceny. Birmingham, 13th April, 1894, 15 months hard labour aud 2 years police supervision for fraud. TUESDAY, JUNE 15, 1 8 9 7 . T H E P O L I C E G A Z E T T E. 9 LANCASHIRE. M ISSING from his home 2Gth May, 1897, at Wlialley, since the WILLIAM MYERS, Aged 36 years, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, brown hair and moustache ( may be growing a beard), hair inclined to curl, cut scar left cheek ( corner of mouth), blue eyes, well built, rather round shoulders, and a slouching gait when walking, generally has his hands in his pockets. Dressed, when last seen, in black jacket and vest, dark grey cap and trousers, black and white silk scarf, and strong lace- up boots. Is of weak intellect. NOTE.— The above described is the same person who was advertised for in GAZETTE dated 13th November, 1896, as being missing from Smallden House, Grindleton. If met with, any expense incurred will be paid by his friends, who will come for him. Information to Supt. Campbell, County Police Office, Church, near Accrington. MAN MISSING. TWriSSING from his home since the 11th June, THOMAS JAMES, Licensed Lay Reader, age 31, height about 5 ft. 6 in., dark complexion, dark hair, no whiskers or moustache, thin features, slight build, ulcer under one fout ; dress, clerical coat and soft black hat, black trousers, striped flannel shirt, supposed merino under- shirt, white merino drawers, drab knitted wool socks and low shoes. A native of Rhymney, Mon. ; was last seen at Polmont, Stirlingshire, on the 18th ult. He is no doubt suffering from mental depression, and it is feared that some ill has befallen him. May be found in a Workhouse or Asylum. Photo can be seen on application. Information to GEO. A. BARNETT, Bridgwater, Somerset, Chief Constable. 29th June, 1897, EPPS S COGOAINE. COCOA- NIB EXTRACT. ( TEA- LIKE.) 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