PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, JULY 9, 1897. VOL. XIV., No. 1412. REQU Xj^ TXOKTS. 1. All announcements for insertion in the POLICE GAZETTE, and all communications upon them, should be wldressed to THE EDITOR OF THE POLICE GAZETTE, NEW SCOTLAND YABD, LONDON, S. W. 2. Particulars concerning persons vihose apprehension is sought will be inserted in one issue of the POLICE GAZETTE, if they are sufficient to enab e action to be taken upon them by another force. 3. Particu'ars 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 nil cases where a reward is offered the name and address of some person responsible for the payment must be given, and the exact conditions be clearly stated. 5. Portra its 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 Is. 6d. per photograph or sketch of a stolen article, including the expense of engraving on wood. ' 6. Every announcement, if for the apprehension of a per ton, must be guaranteed by the signature of an officer of not less rank than Superintendent; and, if the name of such person be required < to be inserted, and no warrant is in force against him, the requisition must be signed by the chief officer of police, or his immediate deputy, of the county, city, or borough, as the case may be. 7. Announcements concerning stolen property mu> t be guaranteed by an officer of not less rank than Inspector, or analogous thereto. 8. A nnouncemtnls of all persons to be apprehended or of stolen property bear a number, ar. d are alphabetically arranged by counties. v 9. The force which causes particulars concerning ddinqnents or sto'en property to be inserted in the POLICE GAZETTE, must, on their appreh ension or recovery, at once transmit to the Editor notice of the fact, referring to the number of the announcement for insertion in the next issue. 10. In all cases, the officer signing the request for insertion of any announcement, will be wholly re sponsible for any proceedings which may result from such jmblicaton. 11. Announcements for the Friday issue should be forwarded so as to be received notlalerthan noon on Wednesday, and for the Tuesday edition not later than Saturday morning. They must be dearly written on one side of the paper only, be in the usual form, and accompanied by a covering letter. 12. All payments must be in advance, either at the office, New Scotland Yard, by cheque, crossed " Drummond < t- 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 mis^ uij can only be acctpted as advertisements. R. ANDERSON, Editor. NOTICE. 1.— The composition of the Friday No. of the " Police Gazette" will be found arranged for easy reference as follows :— ( a) Regulations at top of 1st page. ( b) Apprehensions Sought. ( 1). Metropolitan Police District. ( 2). Counties. ( 3). Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged in strict alphabetical order. ( c) Persons in Custody. ! 1). Metropolitan Police District. 2). Counties. ( 3). Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged in strict alphabetical order. ( d) Property Stolen. ( 1). Metropolitan Police District. ( 2). Counties. ( 3). Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged in strict alphabetical order. 2.— Any additional copies of the GAZETTE beyond the number at present supplied will be forwarded on • application in the form set forth in circular of the 7th of November, 1883. 3.— It is particularly requested that any com- plaints as to the non- delivery or of irregularity in the date of delivery of the POLICE GAZETTE, may be at once notified to the Editor. 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 liave recently comjjlained of the absence of such particulars in dealing with previous convictions. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 1.— E Division.— For appropriating, in Feb- ruary last, £ 2,000 entrusted to him for investment — JAMES HENRY IRVINE CRUIKSHANK, age about 40, height 5 ft. GJ or 7 in., complexion sallow, hair ( rather bald on top) and eyes dark, very sharp and decisive in manner and speech, keeps his head down when walking ; well- dressed. Frequents first- class hotels, and cultivates the acquaintance of ladies who are known to be wealthy. Warrant issued. 2. — F Division.— For obtaining, by fraud, 4 rose diamond buttons ( 2 with ruby borders, 2 with sapphire borders), about size of a threepenny piece; 1 carved turquoise and diamond cluster pin, turquoise in centre; 1 gold curb' pattern albert chain; 1 gold fluted pencil- case, for 3 pencils— COUNT ALEX SANTZEFF, alias COMTE DE BONNERVAL, PRINCE DE BEAUMONT, BARON JEDIHART, COMTE HENRY DE LANCY, and HENRY SMIDT, age about 35, height about 5 ft. 10 in., complexion sallow, hair, moustache and eyes dark; speaks with foreign accent; dress, black morning coat and vest, light grey trousers, high silk hat, of smart appear- ance. He orders jewellery to be sent to an hotel, where he is staying, and gives worthless coupons in payment. Warrant issued. 3.— J Division.— For stealing £ 60— FREDE- RICK OLIVER, age 19, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion and hair dark, eyes dark brown; dress, dark blue serge jacket suit, black soft felt hat, brown boots. Native of Loughton, Essex. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. 4.— J Division.— For bigamv— JESSE RAIN, alias FRED WEBSTER, age 36, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh ( very red face), hair ( curly) and eyes dark ; dress, navy- blue suit. A theatrical agent ; may be found at seaside resorts. A native of Preston, Lancashire. 5.— K Division.— For stealing, 20th April last, a diamond frame pneumatic bicycle, " Dunlop " tyres, maker, " Smith and Son, Saltley, Birmingham," on head— OSWALD RHYS, age 23, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fair, hair light, eyes blue ; dress, black cut- away coat and vest, dark grey trousers, black hard felt hat. A newspaper reporter; supposed a native of Breconshire. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BERKSHIRE. £ 2 2s. REWARD. 6.— Reading ( Borough).— For deserting his wife and children, leaving them chargeable to the 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. 7.— Reading ( Borough).— For stealing 8s., 22nd ult. FITZGERALD, age 38 to .40, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fair, hair and slight mous- tache light, eyes blue, rather large head; dress, blue serge suit, hard felt hat with high crown, brown boots. Had in his possession silk handkerchiefs mirked" C." Wears two rings ( 1 a half- hoop, the other with black stone). Stated he was an electrical engineer on the G. W. R. Warrant issued. Information to Capt. Henderson, Chief Constable, Reading. BUCKINGHAMSHIRE. 8.— 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 finger left hand. Stated he was an Engineer on the Great Western Railway. Information to Supt. Sutton, Slough. CAMBRIDGESHIRE. 9.— Cambridge ( Borough).— For stealing, 28th ult, a " Humber" " Model C." lady's bicycle, No. 21430, " Dunlop- Welch " covers on back wheel, " Bee- ston " cover on front wheel, " Brooks' B85 " saddle— A woman, who gave the name of MISS SMITH, age about 23, height 5 ft. 3 in., slight build, complexion dark, hair brown; dress, black dress, sailor hat, brown shoes. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Holland, Cam- bridge. CARNARVONSHIRE. 10.— Bangor ( County).— Woodcut portrait and description of ROBERT HUGHES, whose apprehen- sion is sought for forging a cheque for £ 400, age 42, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion pale, hair ( turning grey) 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, 2 of which place ho is a native leave the country. May endeavour to 4 in., very stout, complexion clear and bright, hair ( bald on top) grev, moustache and imperial white, eyes brown. Expiree FREDERICK SMITH, alias WILLIAMS and THOMPSON, Office No. 418S6, age 33, height 5 ft, G in., complexion dark Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Inspector Rowland, Bangor. CHESHIRE. 11.— Middlewich ( County).— For stealing ( bailee) a silver English lever watch, No. 46874, maker " George Willis, Northwich," on dial— HARRY ROBINSON ( late of Travellers' 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. 12.— 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, lace boots. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Large, Middlewich. DEVONSHIRE. 13.— Exeter ( County).— For obtaining £ 135 by a forged cheque— E. W. MARTINUCCI, alias NYE, age about 23, height about 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, clean- shaved, eyes hazel, rather round- shouldered and stoops, 3 teeth only in upper jaw, sharp prominent nose, which he is in the habit of pinching when speaking, thin lips ( upper rather prominent); may be wearing light Norfolk jackct, white flannel trousers nnd straw hat with coloured band. Had a brown leather portmanteau, containing clothing. A native of London. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable of Devon, Exeter. DURHAM. 14.— Sunderland ( Borough).— For burglary, 1st March last, and stealing £ 3,554 in gold and Bank of England notes ( See Case No. 78, 19th March last)— ( 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. 15.— Chelmsford ( County).— For stealing a lady's gold geneva watch, white dial, " Muriel" thereon; 1 lady's 18- carat gold curb chain, 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 sandy ; dress, dark check jacket and vest, 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 a small box with strap attached, and hawk mock jewellery. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable Chelmsford. 16.— Grays ( County).— For stealing, 4th ult., 1 brown leather bag; 1 set of gold studs; 1 pair silver oblong sleeve 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 36, Hornby Road, Camberwell, S. E., age about 26, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion 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 silk tie, white straw hat, low shoes. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Jordan, Grays. HAMPSHIRE. 17. — 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. Expiree WILLIAM HENRY RICHARDSON, alias RICHARDS, Office No. 45711, age 61, height 5 ft. HEREFORDSHIRE. 18.— Ross ( County).— For stealing, 10th ult., at Gar way, a lady's 18- carat gold watch COOKE. age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 1 in., complexion fair, hair ( turning grey) light brown; dress, black coat and vest, light trousers, cloth cap. A tramping watch and clock cleaner; wearsi an apron, and carries a small black bag, containing tools. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Cope, Ross. suit, tight- fitting trousers, soft felt hat, brown leather gttiters. A cattle dealer of llothfield. Is fond of shooting. Frequents fairs and markets. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Bailey, Asliford. 20.— Tonbridge [( County).— For breaking out of Union Workhouse, at Tonbridge, 28th ult., and steal- ing 1 brown tweed cloth suit; 1 white cord suit; 1 black hard felt hat; 1 pair1 nailed boots ; 1 pair leather slippers ; 1 blue neckerchief, marked " T. U. W." ; 2 clasp knives ; 1 pair plyers; 1 pair scissors, used for bird- stuffing; 1 pawnticket, for tools pledged at " Wagner's, Tunbridge Wells," and 18s.— SAMUEL TERRY, age 40, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion sallow, very thin face, hair and moustache ( stubby) dark, suffers much from indigestion, and shows symptoms of same. Supposed wearing some of the stolen cloth- ing. May bg found in a Union Infirmary or Hos- pital. Is believed to be a native of Pembury, Kent. Information to Supt. Bartlett, Tonbridge. 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. r 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. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Iloare, West Mailing. 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 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, eyes 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, age 42, height 5 ft. in., com- plexion fresh, hair, moustache and imperial ( turning grey) brown, eyes grey. Of military appearance. A labourer ; native of Rochdale. 24.— Rochda! e( Borough)— For larceny— J AM ES 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 Mowbray ( 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, " H. B. M." stamped on hub, barrels of wheels, rat- trap pedals, with toeclips, " B. S. A." stamped on pedals. Silver plated bent- handlebar, cork handles, with white tips, " Brook's " saddle, " BIO" 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 serge 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, 6th 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, large nose; dress, black corded jacket, light tweed trousers, black felt hat. A native of East Lothian. Has friends at Nelson, Lancashire; Scotswood, near Newcastle; House- O- Muir, East Lothian, and Keeley, Fifesliire. Warrant issued. Not te be arrested out of the United Kingdom. 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).— Woodcut portrait and description of GEORGE WHITELAW, a lawyer's clerk, whose apprehension, is sought for obtaining . J£ 150 by a forged chequc, 4tli ult.— age 2G, height - 5 ft. 10 in., complexion pale, full face, hair and anoustaclie 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. 29.— 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. 30.— Walsingham ( County).—- For embezzlement — ALBERT WILLIAM MYHILL, late of Fakenham, age 34, height about 5 ft. 5 in., complexion florid, hair and slight moustache brown, eyes grey, large project- ing upper teeth ; dress, black rib ; 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. SURREY. 31.— Guildford ( County).— Forlarceny— JAMES CHARLES MARSHALL, age 20, height 5 ft. 3A 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. SUSSEX ( EAST). 32.— 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 Ilcath. 33.— 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. 34.— 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; I jet and gilt bead necklet; 1 lady's gold watch, open- face, gold dial, black hands and figures, engine- turned cases, round epace in ccntrc 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 MAN, 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. 35.— Hove ( Town".— For larceny, 25th ult.— THOMAS YOUNG, age 19, height 5 ft. G 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. 3G.— 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, stoop3 slightly; dress, black serge jacket, black vest and trousers, black hard felt hat, Oxford shoes. A waiter. Warrant issued. Information to Major Tee van, Chief Constable, Hove. SUSSEX ( WEST). 37.— 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. 38.— 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. 39.— St ran rae r ( 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, averts 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- 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. 41.— Worcester ( County).— Tot obtaining food and money by false pretences, and larceny— GEORGE GOOCH, alias GEORGE WILLIAMS, age 40 to 45, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion fresh, hair( bald on top), light whiskers and moustache Bandy, 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 ( WEST RIDING). 42.— 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. 43.— Hull ( Borouqh).— For rape, 3rdult.— 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), ligh*- brown check cloth coat, blue dungaree jacket, black corduroy vest and trousers, black cap, lace boote. Has been in the Navy. May seek employment at docks. Warrant issued. Information to Captain Gurney, Chief Constable, Hull. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. ter, and may seek similar employment. Absconded 4th ult May endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Gordon, Stranraer. WORCESTERSHIRE. 40.— 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 r- TOM age about 30, height 5 ft 6 in., BERKSHIRE. 44.— Reading( Cou7!< 7/).— Remanded tilllOthinst, for arson— GEORGE BARBER, age 47, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fresh, hair ( very short and turning grey) dark brown, clean shaved, eyes grey, nose ap- pears to have been broken, large scar on right side, cross flags on right forearm; dress, white fustian suit, soft felt hat, lace boots; has the appearance of a navvy; native of Bristol. Information to the Chief Constable of Berkshire, County Police Office, Reading. BUCKINGHAMSHIRE. 45.— Fenny Stratford ( County).— Sentenced, 30th ult., to 2 months imprisonment, for stealing a bicycle— FRANK DAVIS, age 35, height 5 ft. 8i in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, moustache brown, deep dimple in chin, scars right forearm and hand, one upper tooth projects; dress, brown tweed coat, blue rib vest, light brown striped trousers, brown cap, lace boots, with india- rubber thereon. States he is a native of Bristol; and has served in the Royal Artil- lery. Supposed wanted elsewhere for similar offences, information to Supt Lait, Fenny Stratford. HEREFORDSHIRE. 46.— Ross ( County).— Sentenced, 5th inst., at Haruwood End Petty Sessions, to three months im- prisonment for larcenv, from lodgings— MARIA BEA- VAN, alias OWEN, age 48, height 4 ft. lli in., com- plexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes grey, cut under left eye ; dress^ brown jacket, black dress, black hat. Has been previously convicted at Ludlow, Worcester, Birmingham, etc. Supposed wanted elsewhere. A native of Ross. Information to Supt, Cole, Ross. SUSSEX ( EAST). 47.— Hastings ( Borough).— Committed for trial, nt next Quarter Sessions, for stealing a boat ( re- covered— GEORGE WILSON, age 19, height 5 ft. 4J in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes brown, small mole left arm ; dress, black melton over- coat, brown jacket and vest, cord trousers, dark tweed cap, boots cut in front ( all old). A native of Lower Sydenham. Information to Chief Constable Baker, Hastings. 4 T H E P O L I C E • G A Z E T T E . FRIDAY, JULY 9, 1897. WORCESTERSHIRE. 48.— Evesham ( County).— Committed for trial, at next Quarter Sessions, for housebreaking— GEORGE GILBERT, age 32, height 5 ft. 7 in., com- plexion dark, hair and eyes dark brown. A seaman ; native of London— FREDERICK WILLIAMS, age 23, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion sallow, hair dark brown, eyes hazel. A labourer; native of Glasgow. Both supposed previously convicted. Information to Supt. Cope, Evesham. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN FOLICE DISTRICT. 49.— A Division.— Between 15th and 18th ult. at Ascot Races— 1 pearl pin, surrounded by 8 dia- monds; 1 pair of lady's black mother- o'- pearl opera glasses, silver mounts, '" Nancy Browning, 31, Hans Road, S. W.," on barrel; 1 pair of aluminium glasses " Carpenter and Westley, 24, Regent Street," ( makers) and " Annie Metzendork, Fairmile Court, Cobham, Surrey," thereon; 1 pearl pin, pear shape, exception- ally thick at top, short and narrow at bottom, very white, good colour, screwed to pin with gold plate; 1 pearl pin, can be used as a stud, surrounded by 6 or 7 small diamonds; 1 pair of black frame field- glasses, loose at bottom, with large spiral tube, " Wood Bros., Lord St., Liverpool," thereon; 1 pair of aluminium and Russian leather frame field- glasses, 24 lines and 2 lifts; 1 black leather pocket- case, " G. L." in gold letters on cover; 1 silver American lever watch, No. 847748, silver curb pattern chain and matah- box attached; 1 diamond star, 8 points ( very valuable); 1 pearl pin, set diamonds, light grey flaw towards top, weight 22A grains; 1 gold plated hunter lever watch, maker " Rhode" on dial; 1 round pearl pin, weight about. 30 grains; 1 pair of aluminium and black leather frame field- glasses, " T. B. B. to C. B. T„ May 12, 1897," engraved on tubes, " Voightlander Drow- schweig, Germany, makers," on band ; 1 18- caratgo! d band rin?, diamond about 7 grains in claw setting, heavy shank; 1 gentleman's silver geneva watch, " Camerer, Kuss & Co., 56, New Oxford Street," en- graved inside outer case ; 1 egg- shaped fine drop pearl pin, weight 24 grains, flaw on right side; 1 pair of medium size black morocco field- glasses, " E. L. G." in silver thereon. 50.— C Division.— Since 13th May last— A diamond crescent brooch, formed of a single row of fair sized brilliants, about 2 in. from point to point, and £ ; n. at widest part. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BUCKINGHAMSHIRE. 51.— Slough ( County).— 21st 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 ( 1 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 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, Slouch. CARDIGANSHIRE. £ 5 REWARD. 52.— Llandyssul ( County).— Between June, 1896, and 23rd June, 1897, at Llangranog— 1 double- cased gold English lever kevless hunter watch, No. 9833, maker, " J. W. Benson, London"; 1 very heavy 15- carat gold curb pattern chain : 1 gold locket, " E. J." engraved thereon; 1 lady's gold watch, ornamental dial, maker, " Sir John Bennett," " M. Jones" en- graved thereon; 1 lady's gold chain ; 1 gold locket, " M. J." engraved thereon ; 1 gold brooch; 1 pair gold earrings, and a set of gold studs. The above reward will be paid to any person giving such information as will lead to the apprehension and conviction of the thief, and recovery of the property. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Williams, Llandyssul. DORSETSHIRE. 53.— Weymouth ( Borough).— 25th ult., by bur- glary— 1 lady's gold marquise ring, set with Brazilian diamonds in silver; 1 silver filigree basket or bon- bon dish; 1 plated cigar spirit- lighter; 1 silver necklet, gold plated, flexible ; 1 silver bracelet, gold plated ; 1 large gilt locket, monogram " A. E. I." thereon ; 1 gold mohur Persian coin, about the size of a 2s. piece ; several small and thin Indian silver twisted wire bangles ; 1 silver bangle, with a number of sixpenny- pieces attached, 1 side of coins defaced and mono- grams cut thereon, and 1 with " Boy" thereon ; 1 old gold snake pattern brooch, hollow, and much, worn, set with turquoise ( believed 5), small ruby eyes, with small openincr under head for hair, 1 gilt chatelaine, with a small pair of folding scissors, no bows attached. Information to Chief Constable Eacock, Weymouth. DURHAM. 54.— South Shields ( Borough).— 23rd or 24th ult., by shopbreaking— 6 rubber ribbons, for cover- ing bicycle tyres, some marked 26, 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 J- 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. ESSEX. 55.— Saffron Walden ( County).— 26th ult, at Audlev End— A " Rudge- Whitworth " pneumatic safety bicycle, 1897 road- racer, rat- trap pedals, toe- clips, tangent spokes, some loose in front wheels, cut about 18 in. long in back tyre, lamp bracket loose, cork handles, ends broken off. Information to Supt. Pryke, Saffron Walden. 56.— Southend- on- Sea ( County).— 29tli ult.— A silver geneva watch, No. 54811, open face, " Lafidele " on dial, 2 small holes in glass, silver curb pattern albert, with 2 medals ( I Maltese cross, " 1894 " en- graved on front, " Won by W. Heaseman, for swim- ming," on back; the other " H. H." engraved on front, " B. C. S! C., 1896," on back), attached; 1 small gold scarf- pin, shamrock leaf. Information to Supt. Simmonds, Southend- on- Sea. HAMPSHIRE. 57.— Bournemouth ( County).— 18th 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. H."; 6 silver teaspoons, with initial " H." ; 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 ; 6 large and 6 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 green and 2 or 3 white stones— Suspicion is attached to TWO MEN. 1st, age about.%, 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 6 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. 58.- Ware ( County).— Between 2Sth and 30th ult., by housebreaking, at Iloddesdon— 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. KENT. 59.— Sandgate ( County).— 1st inst., at Hythe— An 1894 " Rudge" pneumatic bicycle, No. 3, two- inch " Clincher " tyres, handle- bars and usual parts, plated, brake, single bell and lamp attached, " Dunlop" pump, new pouch, containing a spanner. Between 5th and 6th. iiist— A " Roadster " safety bicycle, " X. L." transfer on head, makers, " Callcott Brothers," " Dunlop" tyres, 28 and 30- in., wheels,, back stay broken ( chain side), flat handle- bars. Information to Supt. Waghorn, Sandgate. 60. — Folkestone ( Borough).— 6th inst., by house- breaking— 6 plated tablespoons; G dessert ditto; 6- tea ditto; 6 large plated; 6 small ditto; 3 gold rings ( 1 15- carat topaz, 1 18- carat, and 1 9- carat, set blood- stone); 11 silver watches ( 1 marked " Ken- dal and Dent," 1 marked " Bowman," 1 gold- plated keyless watch, cap cases filigree, initials, " N. W. Y.," or " W. N. Y.") ; 1 metal watch, white dial, shewing moon, date of month and dav of the week. Information to Supt. Taylor, Folkestone. LANCASHIRE. 61.— 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, has 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. 62.— 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. NORFOLK. 63.— Norwich ( County).— 19th ult., by house- breaking, at Old Catton— 1 lady's gold watch, No. 34172; 1 lady's long gold chain; 1 gold brooch, 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. 64.— Great Yarmouth ( Borough).— 28th ult.— 36 ladies' 18- carat gold keeper rings; 2 ladies' gold 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. SHROPSHIRE. 65.— Shrewsbury ( County).— 2nd inst., at the West Midland Agricultural Show Ground, Gravel Hill— A leather pigskin purse, with three compart- ments, fastens with band, containing 2 <£ 5 Bank of England notes, Nos. 87655 and 87658. Information to Supt. Edwards, Shrewsbury. SURREY. 66.— Guildford ( County).— 1st inst., by house- breaking— 1 double- cased silver English lever watch,. No. 10014, ring missing, maker, " J. G. Reedhams; 3 silver chains ( 1 lengthened) ; 1 lady's silver geneva watch; 1 scarf- pin, with jockey cap, mounted with gold; 1 gold- mounted pin, with black- and- white stone; 1 small gold brooch; 1 gold pin, set with dia^ mond, ruby and pearl; 1 pair gold sleeve links, " li. C. H." engraved thereon ; 1 gold- plated locket ( back missing) ; 1 pair gold earrings ; 1 pair earrings, made with Jubilee threepenny pieces. Between 29th ult., and 2nd inst., by housebreaking — 1 gold bracelet, ^- inch wide; 1 lady's gold watch, about the size of a penny; 1 lady's gold watch, very old ; 1 lady's lialf- hoop ring, set coral and pearls ; 1 ditto, set ruby and two pearls ; 1 ditto, plain band, with shield in centre, " T. W. A." engraved thereon ; 1 ditto, old- fashioned cluster ring; 1 set of plain gold studs, marked 18- carat; 1 diamond and coral stud; 1 lady's old- fashioned gold chain ( extra long); 1 lady's gold necklet; 1 butterfly- shaped gold brooch, photo of an old gentleman at back ; 1 arrow- shaped brooch, coral fly in centre; 1 pair plain gold ear- rings ; 1 pair earrings, set turquoise; 2 filigree neck- lets, Indian silver, with 6 drops, each drop head of sphynx; 2 filigree band bracelets; 7 or 8 silver ban- gles ; 2 silver brooches; 1 pair coral earrings; 1 coral brooch, enrved leaves and flowers ; 1 coral bead necklace ; 1 pair of opera glasses, telescopic Motlier- o'- Pearl holder ; 1 Maundy silver coini necklet, col- oured gold, with 5- franc piece in centre; 1 silver match- box, square shape, " T. W. T." on the shield, and on the top the inscription " Presented to Mr. J. TUESDAY, JUNE 22, 1 8 9 7 . T H E T O L I C E G A Z E T T E. 5 T.. Holmes, April 25th, 1885."; 1 gold pen and pencil case, green stone ; has been repaired with gold band ; a quantity of 1887 Jubilee coins; a large silver locket and chain, locket has initials, " L. E. A." ; a few green Brazilian beetles, some set in gold earrings. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Page, Guildford. 67.— Reigate ( Borough).— Between 29th and 30th ult., by burglary— 1 navy- blue jacket ( nearly new); 1 light dust overcoat, makers, " Ebenezer Maxiems, Fenchurch Street, London" on tabs; 1 large briar pipe, with long amber mouthpiece; 2 lady's silver watches ( one old, the other chased back, white dial, blue flowers), small silver chain attached; 1 silver statuette watch stand, and a pair of silver sugar- tongs. Information to Head Constable Metcalfe, Reigate. SUSSEX ( EAST). 68.— Brighton ( Borougli).— 24th 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- tiched ; 1 silver fruit knife, with mother- 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 keyless watch, No. 3012068, spot inside of front case; 1 15- carat gold curb pattern chain ; 1 oxydised gold pir., with oval- shaped head; and a gilt horse- shoe pin. Information to Chief Constable Carter, Brighton. 69.— 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, with 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 iocket 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, black 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 vice 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, 1J 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 ends— 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 he hnd been sent to engage apartments for " Madam Harris," Bedford Square, age 20 to 25, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., slight build, complexion sallow, rather small features, hair very dark, clean shaved, eyes dark, small mole on one cheek; dress, dark blue serge jacket suit, white straw hat, with black band, pale blue shirt; speaks with foreign accent, and has the appearance of a German waiter. Information to Chief Constable Plumb, Eastbourne. 70. — Hastings ( Borough).— 18th ult.— A lady's small silver watch, sinsrle case, engine- turned ( much worn), white dial, black figures ; a silver curb p> attern locket chain, snap fastening; and a silver pencil- case, gilded at each end. 28tli ult.— 1 lady's gold half- hoop ring, set 9 dia- monds ; 1 ditto, set 3 rubies and 3 diamonds; 1 plain gold bangle bracelet; 1 plain gold bangle, set large diamond, claw setting. Information to Chief Constable Baker, Hastings. 71.— Hove ( Town). — 24th ult.— A " Triumph" safety bicycle, " Welch- 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 attache-.!, has recently had a new rubber brake fitted. Information to Major Teevan, Chief Constable, Hove. WORCESTERSHIRE. 72.— Evesham ( County).— 18th ult., at Rous Lench.— 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 j1 in. " Palmer's" corrugated tyres, 30- in. front wheel " Lucas" valve), 28- in. back, self sealing tube (" Wood's" valve), tangent wheels, solid rims, 1- in. flat handle- bar, felt handles, with tips off both cuds, ordinary rubber centre pedals, one side of pedal- plate much bent, no brake or guards, lug on front plate crown for brake, plate crown enamelled black, g- in. block chain, square cranks, strong brown leather saddle, " Humber" pattern bracket, No. 4527 on handle, 63 gear, enamelled black throughout— By A MAN, age about 25, height about 5 ft. 8 in., com- plexion, hair and slight moustache dark; wearing brown knicker cycling suit, and cap to match. Information to Supt. Cope, Evesham. YORKSHIRE ( EAST RIDING). 73. — Beverley ( Borough).— 1 gentleman's silver lever watch, supposed No. 4302, " John Robinson" round dial, each letter in place of a numeral; 1 gen- tleman's silver Waltham lever watch, No. 4916433, with 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, with the gold surrounding it, cut star shape. Information to Head Constable Knight, Guildhall, Beverley. 74.— Hull ( Borough).— 18th ult.— A " Premier Full Roadster " bicycle, black enamelled, " Dunlop " 1894 pneumatic tyres, elliptical tubes, straight handle bars. During past Three Months.— 1 gentleman's 18- carat gold independent centre second stop watch, No. 20842, " T. Reynoldson" maker. Since 25th ult.— 1 lady's 18- carat gold dress ring, diamond in centre, surrounded with 5 or 6 turquoise and 12 pearls; 1 lady's 18- carat single stone diamond ring, gipsy setting. Since 30th ult.— 1 lady's silver watch, No. 2794, a fancy gold chain, with heart and ball, attached. Since 3rd inst.— 2 9- carat gold rings, both set 1 red and 2 white stones; 1 gentleman's gold lever watch, No. 3433, key winder, initials " R. H." in shield on back. Information to Captain Gurnev, Chief Constable, Hull. ANIMALS, & c., STOLEN. WORCESTERSHIRE. 75.— Evesham ( County).— 26th ult., at Ecking- ton— A half- bred bay horse, 7 years, 15i hands, lighter colour under body, black points all round, small star on forehead, little white on one hind 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. PROPERTY RECOVERED. KENT. 76.— Sandwich ( County).— Despatch box, etc., Case No 71, 25th ult. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. 77.— Peterborough ( City).— Watch, Case No 79, 25th ult. PERSONS OR BODIES FOUND. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 79.— 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. 10in., corpulent; dress, under- vest and 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 or 3 months. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. DEVONSHIRE. 80.— 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 flannel 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 large 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 Schmid, Honiton. DUMFRIESSHIRE. 81.— Dumfries ( County).— 24th ult., on the bank of the River Nith, near Dumfries— The body of A MAN ( committed suicide by i h noting), age 26 to 30, length 5 ft. 7 in., thin face, hair ( inclined to curl) black or dark brown, slight moustache dark, eyes dark blue, regular teeth, 3rd and 4th left fingers c'elcient; dress, blue serge jacket suit, white com- position front, s t ind- up collar, narrow black satin tie, " R. Jones," shirt maker, Leicester, thereon, 1 r jwn, blue, and white striped flannelette shirt, grey merino socks, white straw hat with black band, brown boots, stamped " Willow Calf," all in good condition; can ied a cherry- wood crook walking- stick. Had in his possession— a brown leather pig- skin purse, 1 patent yellow mineralised corrugated tobacco pouch, 1 wooden pipe, 1 small double- blade poc] et knife, tortoiseshell handle, and a new 5- chambered revolver. Information to Chief Constable Gordon, Dumfries. HERTFORDSHIRE. 82.— Hertford ( County).— Drowned, 5th inst., in the river Lea, the body of A MAN, age 45 to 50, length 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion florid, very high forehead, hair ( slightly grey) black, beard ( turning grey) dark, only one tooth in upper jaw, several teeth missing from lower jaw; dress, light plaid oloth coat and trousers, moleskin vest, 7 small white pearl but- tons thereon, black- and- white plaid scarf, merino pants, white cotton shirt, stockings and braces, light lace boots. Found in pockets— 1 white apron; 1 white pockethandkerchief; open- lladed knife with brown handle; 1 comb ; a piece of pcncil, and a por- tion of Lloyd's IVuJcly Xeuspapcr, dated 27th June, 1897. Information to Inspector Boutell, Hertford. SURREY. 83.— Chertsey ( County).— Drowned in the river Thames, at Eghani, the body of A MAN, age ( sup- posed) 30 to 35, length 5 ft. 9i in., old scar right side of forehead; dress, dark blue serge jacket and vest, cord trousers, check shirt. Found in pockets— a cheap Jubilee brooch, and 2 tin tcbacco boxes. Information to Supt. Hackman, Chertsey. APPREHENSIONS. ANIMALS RECOVERED. 78.— Metropolitan Police District, N Divi- sion.— Cob, Case No. 69, 2nd inst. 84.— Metropolitan Police District, D Divi- sion.— FRANK WISE, Case No. 1, 2nd inst. 85.— Metropolitan Police District, V Divi- sion. — ALBERT YILLIERS, alias JAMES TERRY, Case No. 5, 19th February last. 86.— City of London.— CHARLES HAMLYN alias HENRY MILLER, A. H. STONE, etc., Case No. 5, 29th January last. 87.— Kent, Tunbridge Wells ( Borough).— HARRY YEATES, Case No. 19, 12th February last. 88.— Lancashire, Blackpool( Boioutjh).— Super- visee WILLIAM CANDLISH, Office No. 256- 96 ( see GAZETTE, 18th ult., Case 41). 89.— Lancashire, Bootle ( Borough).— THOMAS, alias GAM, PARRY, Case No. 46, 18th ult. 90.— Yorkshire ( North Riding), Pickering ( County).— MAN, Case No. 46, 4th ult. 4 T H E P O L I C E G A Z E T T E. FRIDAY, JUNE 18, 1 8 9 7. LATEST INFORMATION. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. HAMPSHIRE. 91.- Winchester ( City).— For stealing, 29th ult., a bieyclc ( recovered)— JOHN HILL ( supposed false), age about 32, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion sun- burnt, hair ( bald in front) light brown, eyes very dark, short thick feet, arms tattooed, female and crown on one, scar back of head; dress, black jacket and vest, dirty cord trousers, red- and- black tie, black hard felt hat, low shoes ( much worn at toes). Sup- posed a native of Manchester. Warrant issued. 92.— Winchester ( City).— On Commitment War- rant, having been sentenced to one months imprison- ment. for violent assault on his wife— JAMES CUL- VERWELL, ags 40, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh ( sunburnt), hair brown, eyes hazel; dress, when last seen, brown jacket suit, blue skull- cap. A pen- sioner from the King's Royal Rifles. Has been em- ployed at Cricket Grounds. A native of Easton, near Winchester. Information to Supt. Felton, Winchester. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. 93.— Wellingborough ( County).— For attempted wife murder— WILLIAM S. WHEELER, late of j Rushden, age about 40, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion sallow, hair light brown, moustache inclined to sandy, eyes hazel, carries his head forward, has tender feet and walks lame ; dress, black ribbed coat, dark vest, dark check trousers, white tie with blue stripes, lace boots. A shoe rivetter ; native of Northampton. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Alexander, Wellingborough. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 94. — C Division.— 5th inst.— 1 gold bracelet, plain band, § in. wide, " Jeanne" engraved on out- side; 1 plain gold wire bangle, knob each end, a George II. guinea, date 1794, attached; 3 gold rings ( 1 marquise, sapphire in centre, pearl each side; 1 ditto, pearl in centre, surrounded with diamonds; 1 plain band, set 3 sapphires, 2 diamonds each side of centre stone); 1 gold safety- pin brooch, shape of a cross, set 3 diamonds, centre 1 surrounded with rose diamonds. 95.— E Division.— Gth inst., 1 lady's gold keyless watch, chased back, No. 2374G, and " Florence Holder, Bromyard," scratched inside case ; 1 small link pat- tern chain, tassel at end ( 1 drop missing from tassel). 96.— N Division.— 7th inst., by housebreaking— 1 lady's gold watch, gold dial, chased flowers at back ; 1 tine long gold neck- chain ; 1 gentleman's silver lever watch, a silver locket attached; 2 silver bracelets ( 1 chased; 1 filigree round edges), both in. wide; 1 lady's silver locket and chain; 1 pair fine gold ear- rings, set pearls, and brooch to match, photo of gen- tleman at back; 2 ladies' dress rings ( 1 set pearls and 3 blue stones ; 1 set rubies and pearls) ; 1 set of small gold studs and links to match; 1 gentleman's gold rin^ ; 1 pair light plaid trousers, " Poole & Son, 119, Hoe Street," on buttons; 1 silver thimble; 1 lady's silver albert, tassel attached. 97.— S Division.— 7th inst.— 1 plain silver coffee pot, jug and basin, each standing on three feet; 1 pair of sugar tongs and 2 spoons; 1 embossed silver cream jug, gilt lined; 6 plain oval serviette rings, shield theron ; 4 silver apostle teaspoons, gilt bowls ; 1 Queen Anne pattern mustard pot and spoon, minuo glass ; 2 plain silver sauce ladles, " F. J. L." cypher thereon; 3 large silver vegetable servers, foreign make, engraved handles. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. List of Licence Holders, Supervisees, Expirees, etc., who have been re- apprehended, for the month of June, 1897, with the results, Ac. Office No. NAME. Fresh Offence with which charged. Result. Date and Place. 1332— 96 WILLI AM REYNOLDS 36147 ARTHUR RACKHAM 861- 97 JAMES CAR RICK 44487 WILLIAM JOHNSTONE 43772 ALFRED GEORGE EDWARDS 2329- 95 HENRY GRAY 2688— 96 PERCY THEO 36146 JAMES WIT TIC K3 1304- 97 GEORGE SMITH 1389- 97 WILLIAM DAVIS 2012- 90 ROBERT DAVIS 48147 ALFRED HUDSON 45858 WILLIAM HENRY FENELEY 3206- 93 THOMAS PEARCE 3303- 96 JOHN ALEXANDER 1734- 96 ANNIE EXELL 1421— 90 HEJJRY WELSH 948- 97 JOHN WILSON 1140- 97 JOHX R BLACKWELL 3290- 96 JOHN LEVY 48583 THOMAS FAITHFUL 590- 97 GEORGE KNUTT 1583- 97 JOHN' DIDDEN 1527- 97 . JAMES BOWERS 2981— 96 WILLIAM BARRY 716- 96 GEORGE LEWIS 45214 ! ROBERT TULLETT 1046- 97 JOHN" RYE 34979 JANE SAUNDERS SMITH 49024 CHARLES SAXTON 154- 97 GEORGE WILSON 1250- 97 GEORGE SEYMOUR 40002 JAMES . JEFFER1ES 27370 CHARLES DALTON 2768— 96 JOHN LAMBERT 1694— 96 MARY ANN MORAN 3497— 96 WILLLAM DWYER 2867— 96 JAMES O'BRIEN 366- 97 ERNEST GRIFFITHS 11- 97 HUBERT MORRIS 212— 97 JAMES MOLLOY 1026- 96 CHARLES REYNOLDS 1956- 96 . JEREMIAH SULLIVAN 776 - 97 GEORGE EDWARDS 1607- 97 LOUISA DICKINSON 25748 MARY ANN STOTT 2597— 96 WILLIAM LEAGAS 47498 WILLLAM PATRICK 2453- 93 THOMAS JONES 47805 MARY ANN ELTON 1121— 97 GEORGE SMITH 778— 97 JAMES KENDRICK 3331- 96 WILLIAM DUNBAR 1645- 97 JOHN" STEADMAN 87- 97 EDWARD MILLARD 44205 JAMES COOK 3619- 96 GEORGE ANDERSON 46140 GEORGE NAY 1049- 97 BENJAMIN BAKER 1448- 97 HARRY HAPTED 1483- 97 • JOHN' LACEY 3353- 95 FREDERICK HARCOURT 586- 97 JOSEPH DINE 586 - 97 JOSEPH DINE 3506- 96 AT/ BERT SMITH 535- 97 JOHN BURNS 48261 | JOSEPH CARMODY 48025 • GEORGE BURROWS 1343- 97 JAMES JONES 3220- 96 ' MAURICE ASHDOWN 350 - 97 | OWEN HENRY BLISS 355— 96 ' VICTOR DEBNAM 3275- 93 : JOHN HARRIS 48567 I GEORGE WELLS 47805 1 WILLIAM SMITH 1544- 97 ; CHARLES ELTON Larceny ( till) Larceny ( goods exposed) Assault Suspected person disorderly conduct Larceny ( person) Stealing a bicycle ; Larceny ( trap) Burglary Shopbreaking Larceny ( trap) Larceny Larceny ( dwelling) Larceny ( person) Larceny ( dwelling) Larceny ( lodger) Larceny ( person) Suspected person Larceny ( person) Attemptad larceny ( parson) Drunk, Larceny Prevention of Crimes Aot Prevention of Crimes Act Larceny ( bicycle) 1 Larceuy ( door open) Drunk, & c. Assault 1 Larceny Assault on police Drunk, & c. Larceny ( person) . Larceny and assault Receiving Unlawful possession Larceny ( person) ; Gambling Assault Housebreaking Housebreaking Welshing Prevention of Crimes Act : Failing to report Attempted larceny ( person) Larceny ( goods exposed) Frequenting Attempted larceny ( parson) Larceny ( shop) Larceny ( bicycle) Drunk and disorderly Housebreaking Wilful damage Larceny ( area) Gambling Larceny ( 3hop) Attempted larceny ( parson) Horsestealing Wounding Suspected person Suspected parson Assault on police Prevention of Crirne3 Act Larceny Larceny Prevention of Crimes Act Suspected person Drunk, etc. Rogue and vagabond Assault Attempted larceny ( person) Assault on police Church- bre iking Lirceny ( person) Larceny Attempted larceny ( pqrson) Larceny ( person) 3 months hard labour 21 days hard labour 2 months hard labour 3 months hard labour Fined 22s. fid. or 14 days hard labour 3 years penal servitude 15 months hard labour 3 months hard labour 3 years penal servitude 3 years penal servitude and 2 years police supervision 3 months hard labour 21 days hard labour 5 years penal servitude 9 months hard labour 7 years ponal servitude 3 months hard labour 3 months hard labour 2 months hard labour 3 months hard labour 1 month hard labour Fined 5s. or 5 days 12 months hard labour 12 months hard labour 12 months hard labour 3 months hard labour 6 months hard labour Fined 5s. or 5 days 1 month hard labour Bound over 6 weeks hard labour 5 days hard labour 12 months hard labour 6 months hard labour 18 months hard labour 7 days hard labour 12 months hard labour 1 month hard labour 6 months hard labour 18 months harl labour 15 months hard labour 2 months hard labour 6 months hard labour 12 months hard labour 3 months hard labour 14 days hard labour 3 months hard labour 6 months hard labour 4 months hard labour 5 yearg penal servitude Fined 10s. or 7 days 7 years penal servitude ' 2 months hard labour 12 months hard labour 5 days hard labour 3 months hard labour 3 months hard labour 8 months hard labour 8 months hard labour Bound over 21 days hard labour Fined 20s. or 1- 1 days 2 months hard labour 1 day imprisonment Bound over 12 months hxr. l labour 3 months hard labour 7 days hard labour 3 months hard labour 3 months har l labour 6 wesks hard lab > ur 0 months hard labour 6 months hard 1 ibour 12 months hard labour 0 weeks hard labour 3 months hard labour 7 years penal servitude 31 May, 1897, Greenwich Police Court 31 May, 1897, Clerkenwell Police Court • 29 May, 1897, Westminster Police Court4 31 May, 1S97, Thames Police Court 28 May, 1897, Stratford Petty Sessions 1 June, 1897, North London Sessions 1 June, 1897, North London Sessions 23 May, 1897, Clerkenwell Police Court 2 June, 1897, North Loudon Sessions 21 May, 1897, North London Sessions 28 May, 1897, Clerkenwell Police Court 2( 5 May, 1897, Marylebone Police Court 1 June, 1897, North London Sesious 1 June, 1897, North London Sesioin 1 June, 1897, North London Sesions 1st June, 1897, West London Police Court 1st June, 1897, North London Sessions 6th June, 1897, Eosom Petty Sessions 21st May, 1897, Westminster Police Court 29th May, 1897, Worship- st. Policc Court 5th June, 1897, Marylebone Policc Court 2nd Juue, 1897, North London Sessions 7th June, 1897, Marlborough- st. Policc Ct. 7tli June, 1S97, Marlborough- st. Police Gt. 7th June, 1S97, Worship- st. Police Court 8th June, 1897, Marylebone Police Court 9th Juue, 1897, Greenwich Police Court 8th June, 1897, Lambeth Police Court 9th June, 1897, South London Sessions 9th June, 1S97, Worship- st. Police Court 9th June, 1897, Southwark Police Court' 9th June, 1S97, South London Sessions 9th June, 1897, South London Sessions 9th June, 1897, South London Sessions 4th June, 1897, Epsom 10th June, 1897, South London Sessions 8th Juue, 1897, Hampstead Petty Sessions 11th June, 1897, Clerkenwell Police Court 9th June, 1897, South London Sessions 9th June, 1897, South London Sessions 5th June, 1897, Epsotn 12th June, 1897, Southwark Police Court 11th June, 1S97, Thames Police Court 4th June, 1S97, Epsom 9th June, 1897, Southwark Police Court 14th June, 1897, Lancaster 15th June, 1897, Worship- st. Police Court 15th June, 1897, North London Sessions 15th June, 1897, North London Sessions 15th June, 1897, Marylebone Police Court 15th June, 1897, North London Sessions 8th June, 1897, Westminster Polica Court 15th June, 1897, North London Sessions 14th June, 1897, Clerkenwell Police Court 16th June, 1897, Marylebone Police Court 17 th June, 1897. Ascot 17th June, 1897, Chelmsford 18tli June, 1897, North London Sessions 17th . Tune, 1897, Thames Police Court 19th June, 1897, South- Western Police Ct. 17th June, 1897, Worship- st. Police Court 19th June, 1897, Woolwich 12th May, 1S97, Worship- st. Police Court 18th June, 1897, Bow- st. Police Court 10th June, 1897, Marlborough- st. Police Ct. 18th June, 1897, Westminster Police Court 21st June, 1897, Marylobone Police Court 24th June, 1897, Thames Police Court 2lst June, 1897, Marylebone Police Court 24th June, 1897, Southwark Police Court 26th June, 1S97, Marylebone Police Court 28th June, 1897, Csntral Criminal Court 28th June, 1897, Central Criminal Court 28th June, 1897, Cierkenwell Police Court 21st June, 1897, Highgate Police Court 29th June, 1897, Central Criminal Court REMARKS. Section 7. Expiree. Supervisee. Expiree. Expiree. Section 7. Section 7. Expiree. Section 7. Section 7. Expiree. Expiree. Expiree. Licence Holder. Licence Holder. Section 7. Section 7. Expiree. Licence Holder. Section 7. Expiree. Saction 7. Section 7. Section 7. Licence Holder. Expiree. Expiree. Supervisee. Expiree. Expiree. Licence Holder. Licence Holder. Expiree. Expiree. Section 7. Supervisee. Licence Holder. Expiree. Licence Holder. Licenae Holder. Section 7. Supervisee. Licence Holder. Licence Holder. Licence Holder. Expiree. Expiree. Expiree. Licence Holder. Expiree. Section 7. Expiree. Licence Holder. Licence Holder. Section 7. Expiree. Section 7. Expiree. Expiree. Section 7- Supervisee. Section 7. Section 7. Soction 7. Supervisee. Section 7. Expiree. Expiree. Licence Holder. Supervisee. Section 7. Expiree. S action 7. Expiree. Expiree. Licence Holder TUESDAY, JUNE 15, 1 8 9 7 . T H E P O L I C E G A Z E T T E. 9 MAN MISSING. lyriSSING from his home since the 14th June, THOMAS JAMES, Licensed Lay Reader, age 31, height about 5 ft. G in., dark complexion, dark hair, no whiskers or moustache, thin features, slight build, ulcer under one foot; 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 COCOAINE. Irish Distressed Ladies' Furl COCOA- NIB EXTRACT. ( TEA- LIKE.) The choicest roasted nibs ( broken- up beans) of the natural Cocoa on being subjected to powerful hydraulic pressure, give forth their excessof oil, leaving for UBe a finely - flavoured powder—" Cocoaine,' a product which, when prepared with boiling water, has the con- sistence of tea, of which it is now. with many, beneficially taking the place. Its active principle being a gentle nerve stimulant, supplies the needed eneigy without unduly exciting the system. Sold ODly in labelled tins. NINTH EDITION, Just Ready. Patron- HER MAJESTY THE QUEEN. EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE. President— H. R. H. the Princess LOUISE, Marchioness of LOKNE. Yica- President— Her Grace the Dowager Duchess of MARLBOROUGH. THE • A- JSTID TheMarchioness of Waterford. The Lady Mary Howard. The Countess Waldegrave. The Countess of Beetive. The Lady Emma Talbot. The Lady Agnes Daniell. The Lady Arthur Hill. The Dowager Lady Westbury. The Hon. Mrs. Swinton. Lady M'Clintock. Lady Pontifex. Mrs. Goschen. MrB. 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