THE PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, JULY 16, 1897. VOL. XIV., No. 1414. EEG- U LATIONS. 1. All announcements for insertion in the POLICE GAZETTE, and all communications upon them, should b: atlclressed to THE EDITOR OF THE POLICE GAZETTE, NEW SCOTLAND YAED, T. ON- OON-, S. VV. 2. 1' articnlurs concerning persons whose apprehension is sought will be inserted in one issue of the POLICE GAZKTTE, if they are sufficient to enab e action to be taken upon them by another force. .3 I'arlicn art as to stolen property wi'l be likewise inserted in one issue, if sufficient to enable ' the article in question to be thereby identified. 4. In nJl cx « < where a reward is offered the name and address of some person responsible for the payment must be given, and the exact conditions be clearly stated. 5. Portraits of persons whose apprehension is sought for serious offences, and engravings of stolen property, will be prominently inserted, with detailed particulars, at a cost of 15s. per portrait, and of Is. 6d. per photograph or sketch of a stolen article, including the expense of engraving on. w wd. 6. Every announcement, if for the apprehension of a person, must be guaranteed by the signature of an officer of not iess rankthan 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 chiej officer of police, or his immediate deputy, of the county, city, or borough, as the case may be. J. Annouiccments concerning stolen property mut be guaranteed by an officer of not less rank than Inspector, or analogous thereto. 8. A nnouncements of all persons to be apprehended or of stolen property bear a number, ar. d are alphabetically arranged by counties. i> 9. The force which causes particulars concerning delinquents or stolen prowiy to be inserted in the POLICE GAZETTE, mu> t, on their appreh elusion 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 publicaton. 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 clearly written on one side of the paper only, be in the usual form, and accompanied by a covering letter. 12. All payments must be in advance, either at the office, New Scotland Yard, by cheque, crossed " Drummond cfc Co.," Post Office Order payableat Parliament- st., Postal Order, or in Stamns. 13. Advertisements are accepted for the POLICE GAZETTE through Mr. James Willing, 125, Strand, London, the sole Agent, who will furnish the rales on application. 14. Announcements concerning property lost or persons missing can only be accepted as advertisements. R. ANDERSON, Editor. NOTICE. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. 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 tst 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. ( IV 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 Cliief 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 ti ready means of recognition, and Judges have recently complained of the absence of such particulars in dealing with previous con vie'ions. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 1.— A Division.— For stealing £ 59 14s. Id.— JOHN READINGS, age 40, height 5 ft. 4 in , com- plexion fair, hair light, clean shaved, several small scars on face and bridge of nose ; supposed wearing grey suit. Warrant issued. 2. — E Division.— For obtaining goods and money by false pretences— WILFRED BALL, age 37, height 6 ft., complexion fair, hair and moustache light, eyes hazel, upper lip split, hollow cheeks, long face, prominent teeth ; late of Haverhill, Suffolk. Warrant issued. 3.— E Division.— For stealing a photographic apparatus— REGINALD , age 45 to 50, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fair, hair and slight moustache light, eyes grey, wears pince- nez, lloman nose, en- larged thumbs ; of military appearance; dress, brown tweed suit, coat sleeves hound with braid, hard felt hat.. May be found at seaside resorts obtaining a living by taking photographs, and may be accom- panied by his wife, age 30, fair complexion. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BERKSHIRE. £ 2 2s. REWARD. 4.— 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 vast, 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. 5.— 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 marked ' C." Wears two rings ( la half- hoop, the other with black stone). Stated he was an electrical engineer on the G. W. R. Warrant issued. 6.— Reading ( Borough). — For stealing, 30th ult., a new " Courier" safety bicycle, 1897 pattern, " Scott's" standard tyres, rat- trap pedals, with toe- clips, flat handle- bar, 1 in. diameter, felt handles ( fluted), saddle by " E. Lycett, Birmingham," No. Lll, geared up to 70, " Brampton" J in. block chain, transfer on head " Chilton Brothers, makers," " Read- ing Gun and Cycle Manufacturing Company " on down tube, pump, bag, and small racer lamp attached. A roan, who gave the name of RICHARD H. NOTTLEY, age 21, height about 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fair, hair light brown, slight moustache light; dress, black jacket and vest, light trousers, hard felt hat. Warrant issued. 7.— Reading ( Borough).— For stealing, 12th inst., 2 safety bicycles. 1st, a " Speedwell," 28- in. wheels, tangent spokes, " Scott's Standard " tyres, diamond frame, drop handles, " Brady's " saddle, rubber pedals, " B. S. A." cranKs, No. 900 stamped near seat post nut, transfer on head, " E. Dew and Son, Oxforl Road, Reading," " Speedwell" on down tube, " Demon " lamp. 2nd, an " American Crescent," 28- in. wheels, tangent spokes, wooden rims, " Stand- ard " tyres, front forks half plated, " Garford " saut'le, cork handles, gold plate on head, " The Western Wheel Works, Chicago," thereon, No. 9 stamped near saddle— TWO MEN. 1st, age 25, height 5 ft. 8 in., slight build, complexion very dark, thin face, hair and moustache dark ; dress, brown check jacket, grey check breeches, black- and- red mixture stockings, blue shirt, green tie, brown canvas shoes. 2nd, age 30, height 5 ft. 3 in., stout build, complexion fair, round face, moustache light, hooked nose; dress, small brown check cycling suit, with Norfolk jacket, grey mixture stockings, white straw hat with black band, black boots. Both spoke with a foreign accent. Warrant issued. Information to Captain Henderson, Chief Con- stable, Reading. BRECONSHIRE. 8.— Brecon ( County).— For forging a bill of exchange for £ 170— THOMAS LUTHER JONES, late manager of the National Provincial Bank, Builth, age 52 to 55, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., stout build, complexion sallow, hair ( turning grey) dark brown, clean shared, eyes grey, prominent nose, rather thick lips, short neck, walks erect; dress, grey suit or black coat and vest, and grey trousers, soft hat, lace boots. A native of Bangor, Carnarvonshire. Has resided at Builth for the past 16 years, which placo he left on 21st April last, supposed for London. May endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Sergeant Watkins, Builth, Brecon- shire. BUCKINGHAMSHIRE. 9.— 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, 2 T H E POLICE G A Z E T T E. TUESDAY, JULY 20, 1897. the other ft silver match- box, attached), also wore a gold ring, set dark stone 011 little linger left hand. lie an Engineer on the Great Western Stated ne was uu i^ ng Railway. Information to Supt. Sutton, Slough. CAMBRIDGESHIRE. 10.— Cambridge ( Borough).— For stealing, 28th i: lt., a " Humber" " Model C." lady's bicycle, No. - 1430, " Dunlop- Welch " covers on back wheel, " Bee- stun " 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. 11.— 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 shorl quick steps; dress, fawn or slate coloured suit, soft black hat. Late Lloyd's shipping agent at Bangui', 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. 12.— Middlev/ ich ( 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 jacket, white flannel trousers and straw hat with coloured band. Had a brown leather portmanteau, containing clothing. A native of London. Warrant issued. 14.— Exeter ( County).— For obtaining £ 46 by false pretences— J. PEARSON, age about 30, height 5 ft. 6 in., rather stout build, complexion fresh, round face, eyes brown ; dress, light grey or dark suit, black hard felt hat. M. SINCLAIR, age about 30, height 5 ft, 9 or 10 in., slight build, clean shaved; dress, long black cloth coat, light cloth trousers, large tie with pin, high silk hat. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable of Devon, Exeter. 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, Cambenvell, 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. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 17.— Bristol ( Borough).— For personating an army pensioner, and obtaining £ 3 0s. lid., on 2nd April last— THOMAS ROBERTS, alias EDWARD BRISTO, a navvy, age 40, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., hair and moustache brown, has a wound below left knee, and frequently attends workhouses and hospitals for treatment. Warrant issued. 18.— Bristol ( Borough).— For larceny ( bailee)— WILLIAM GOULDEN, age 25 to 30, height about 5 ft, 4 in., slight build, hair and slight moustache light. A painter. He rents a house and obtains, on the hire system, furniture, of which he disposes. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Bristol. HAMPSHIRE. 19.— Winchester ( City).— For stealing, 29th ult., a bicycle ( 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- blaclc tie, black hard felt hat, low shoes ( much worn at toes). Sup- posed a native of Manchester. Warrant issued. 20.— Winchester ( City).— On Commitment War- rant, having been sentenced to one months imprison- ment, for violent assault on his wife— JAMES CUL- VEItWELL, aga 46, 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. 21. — 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. 22.— Southampton ( Boraugli).— For arson— HENRY TURNER, age about 35, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., slight build, complexion pale, long thin face, hair brown, heavy moustache dark brown; dress, black morning coat and vest, dark brown trousers, skull c. ip, shabby appear- ance. A furniture salesman and clerk. Sup- posed native of Birmingham. May be accompanied by his wife, age 45, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion fair, hair light brown, eyes blue, lame right leg, and a daughter, rge 15. Information to Chief Constable Berry, Southamp- ton. HEREFORDSHIRE. 23.— Ledbury ( County).— For fowl- stealing, 8th inst.— THOMAS HOPE, age 44, height 5 ft. 8 in., slight build, complexion dark, pock- marked, hair dark brown, eyes dark, bridge of 11039 has been in- jured, supposed burn marks on neck and chest, leans forward wihen walking; dress, bluo coat ( turning brown), brown grey striped trousers, grey cap. A brassfounder, but lately a poultryman. Native of Birmingham. Wan- ant issued. 24.— Ledbury ( County).— For fowl stealing, 8th inst.— A MAN, age 36, height 5 ft. 7 in., com- plexion dark ( very sunburnt), hair and moustacha brown, eyes grey, bridge of nose lias been injured ; dress, dark suit, black soft hat, old boots ( fronts cut down). A tramp ; native of Birmingham. 25.— Ledbury ( County).— For larceny, 22nd ult.— LEONARD GOULD, alias DICK SMITH, age 40, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion sallow, hair and moustache light brown, eyes blue; dress, dark jacket,, blue vest, cord or fustian trousers, black cap, with button on top, strong lace boots. A labourer; na- tive of Worcester, lias friends residing at Newport,, Cardiff and Rhayader. May be found in company of poachers, harvesters, or timber fellers. Warrant issued. Information to. Supt. Phillips, Ledbury. KENT. 26.— 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 pait^ 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 be found in a Union Infirmary or Hos- pital. Is believed to be a native of Pembury, Kent. Information to Supt. Bartlett, Tonbridge. 27.— West Mailing ( County).— For stealing beer from a brewery, at Wateringbury— JAMES TETTER- SELL, age about 38, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., com- plexion lair, hair dark brown, eyes ( rather weak) blue; may be wearing glasses; walks badly; dress, old blue serge jacket, cord trousers and vest, P. and O. cap, heavy lace boots; has been in the Army. A native of Brighton. Warrant issued. 28.— 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 wliite kit- bag. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hoare, West Mailing. 29. — Margate ( Borough).— For stealing, 2 clar- ionets ( recovered) and a cornet, makers, " Riverie and Hawks, Leicester Square, London," on bell, cork set in top of valves-, dent in bell tube, at bend, small dent on tuning slide, B flat, and A natural, shanks " Besson's" silver plated mouthpiece, in black wooden case, lined red cloth, 2 loops to hold shanks, leather strap in lid— GEORGE WILLIAM WOOL- FORD, alias WOODFORD, age about 40, height 5 ft. 11 in. or 6 ft., complexion dark, liair and moustache ( waxed at ends) brown, peculiar in- ward twist of right foot, owing to injury to leg; dress, black coat and vest, grey stripe trousers, grey cap, was invalided from the Grenadier Guards. May endeavour to obtain an engagement as a cornet player, or as a carpenter, or Venetian blind maker. Is accompanied by his wife, age 36, height about 5 ft., very fair complexion, and 2 girls, acres 3h years and 6 months respectively. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Farndale, Margate. LANCASHIRE. 30.— Chorley ( County).— For stealing, 7th inst., at Penworthand, 1 lady's gold- plated watch, marked " Prize Medal Exhibition " ; 1 gold watch- chain, dou- ble link pattern, seal in centre, with black- and- brown stone ; 1 very small gold watch- chain ; 1 gold brooch, link pattern ; 1 silver brooch, marked " Jubilee " ; 1 silver brooch, with gold centre; 2 pairs gold links; 1 navy blue silk muffler, with red stripes; 1 pair brown kid gloves— A man, who gave the name of MERCER, rge about 28, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., stout build, hair red, clean shaved, front teeth de- cayed ; dress, black coat and vest, grey striped trou- sers, blue front and cuffs, purple tie, black hard felt hat, sidespring boots. Stated he was a traveller in the cigar trade. Information to Supt. Norris, Chorley. 31.— Church ( County).— For stealing, lltli inst., £ 56 15s.— A MAN, age 20, height 5 ft. G or 7 in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes brown ; dress, black jacket and vest, fustian trousers, grey cap, blue spotted neckerchief. A farm servant; native of Blackburn. M. ny endeavour to go to America. Information to Supt. Campbell, Church. 32.- Rawtenstall ( County).- For obtaining, 25th ult 5s by false pretcnces, at Haslingden— JOHN HARGREAVES, alias JONES and DUXBURY, age FKIDAY, JULY 16, 1897. T H E POLICE GAZETTE. 3 about 30, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, clean shaved; wearing black coat and light trousers. Of good addres3. Native of Newchurch. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Procter, Rawtenstall. 33.— Rochdale ( Borough).— For stealing, lGth 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 38 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. 34.— Rochdale ( Borough). — For larceny— THOMAS RODDY, age 42, height 5 ft. 1\ in., com- plexion fresh, hair, moustache and imperial ( turning grey) brown, eyes grey. Of military appearance. A labourer ; native of Rochdale. 35.— Rochdale ( Borough)— For larceny— 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. 36.— Melton Mowbray ( County)— Forembezzling £ 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 jn Yorkshire. Absconded 23rd ult. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Bott, Melton Mowbray. LINCOLNSHIRE. 37.— Bourne ( County).— For attempting to com- mit an unnatural offence, 29th ult.— MICHAEL COOPER, age 55, height 5 ft. 4J in., complexion fresh, hair grey, eyes blue ( blind right eye); diess, blue serge jacket, cord vest, drabbet trousers, light cap. May be found at a farm or brickyard. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Arnold, Bourne. MIDLOTHIAN. 38.— 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, " 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. 39.— 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, Fifeshire. Wan- ant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. NORFOLK. 40.— 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 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. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. 41.— Wel I ingborough ( County).— For attempted • wife murder— WILLIAM S. WHEELER, late of llushden, 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. SHROPSHIRE. 42.— Shrewsbury ( County).— For stealing, 10th inst., at Wem, 1 silver watch; 1 silver curb pattern chain ; 1 light Scotch tweed vest; 1 black reefer over- coat ; 1 do< r and 1 hawker's licence, in name of Thomas Connell; 3 postal orders, for £ 1 each; and £ 8— A man, known as CHARLEY, age 40 to 45, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., very red face, hair dark brown, shtirt sandy moustache, stoops, tattooed marks over both arms, which include a snake and crucifix on right arm ; sup- posed to be wearing cord trousers, light peak cap, blucher boots, and the stolen coat. Stated he was a native of Manchester; and had been a soldier. Has travelled with a circus and roundabouts. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Edwards, Mount Pleasant, Shrewsbury. STIRLINGSHIRE. 43.— Stirling ( Burgh).— For stealing, 10th inst., from an hotel, 2 small silver pin- boxes, engraving on top, about 3 in., long, and 1 in. broad; 1 small silver heart- shaped jewel box, with " J. R. L." engraved thereon; 1 pair of gold pearl earrings, screw patten*; 1 gold brooch, with 17 diamonds set in gold and silver ; 1 gold brooch, with 3 diamonds, figure of a lion en- graved in centre; 2 gold bracelets, 1 large, 1 small, curb pattern, initials " J. R. L."; 1 lady's gold ring, with 3 diamonds, initials, ' J. L.' and " J. M'C. 14th March, 1894," engraved inside; 1 lady's gold ring, with 5 diamonds ; 1 lady's gold sapphire and diamond ring, blue stone; 2 gold enamelled studs, with 9 pearls in centre of each; 1 lady's gold ring, with large diamond; 1 gold bracelet, with star inlaid with dia- monds in centre; 1 gold bracelet, with 3 pearls; 1 oval silver purse, " Mrs. Lennox, Station Hotel, Stir- ling," engraved thereon; 1 pigskin purse, containing keys and railway tickets; 1 lady's long gold chain, close round links; 1 gold bow brooch ; 1 silver puff- box, " J. R. L." on top; 1 silver fruit knife, " J. R. M'Coll" engraved thereon; 1 purse, containing i gold marriage ring, 1 gold keeper, and 1 gold mourn- ing ring— A man, giving the name of IIENRY CLER- MIN, age 26, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fresh, slight light moustache ; dress, black frock coat and vest, black- and- grev stripe trousers, silk hat, speaks broken English. He was seen immediately after the theft was committed in the company of two men who are believed to be wanted elsewhere for similar offences. 1st, age 21, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion and hair dark, supposed slight dark moustache, wear- ing black frock coat and round felt hat ; 2nd, age 20, height, 5 ft. 5 in., slight built, hair ( inclined to curl) dark ; dress, black jacket and round felt hat. All appear to be foreigners. They wear brass rings set with glass to resemble large diamonds, and represent themselves to be music hall artists or theatrical agents. Information to the Chief Constable, Burgh Police Chambers, Stirling. SURREY. 44.— Guildford ( County).— Forlarceny— J AMES 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. SUSSEX ( EAST). 45.— Hayward's Heath ( County).— Forobtaining 17th ult., £ 10, by forged cheque— GEINI MAllTIN- 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. 46.— Eastbourne ( Borough).— For obtaining, 1st inst,, bv false pretences, about 7 yards of serge— A WOMAN, age 23 or 24, height 5 ft. 1 or 2 in., com- plexion pale, full face, hair brown; dress, black serge double- breasted three- quarter- jacket, black dress, black sailor hat, with black band. Supposed identical with MISS WILSON ( Case No. 62, 26th March last). Information to Chief Constable Plumb, Eastbourne. 47.— 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 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. 48.— 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. Information to Major Teevan, Chief Constable., Hove. WARWICKSHIRE. 49.— Aston Manor ( County).— For embezzlement — FREDERICK RICE, age 19, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion rather pale, hair brown; dress, black rough serge reefer jicket, blue trousers and vest, cap, lace boots. A butcher; native of Burton- on- Trent. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Walker, Aston Manor. WORCESTERSHIRE. 50.— Great Malvern ( County).— For stealing, 8th inst., an overcoat and 1 pair boots ( re- covered) ; and 1 frail basket, with cord attached — A MAN, age about 22, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh, round features, hair light brown, clean shaved, very bow- legged; dress, brown jacket, dark trousers ( torn at seat), dark cap, old boots. Stated he had been employed as groom at Messrs. Sanger's Circus. Supposed a native of Birmingham. Information to Supt. Harrison, Great Malvern. YORKSHIRE ( EAST RIDING). 51.— Hull ( Borough).— On a warrant for obtain- ing £ 8 by worthless cheque— Licence Holder WIL- LIAM DUVAL, alias BELLWOOD, BROWN and BELLVEARE, Office No. 376- 97, age 35, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion pale, hair dark brown, eyes brown, scar base of left thumb, on left eyebrow and bridge of nose; dress, dark cloth jacket and vest, grey striped trousers, blue cap, collar and tie. Known to have been in London from the 7 th to the 23rd ult. Sentenced, at Central Criminal Court, 10th December, 1894, to 3 rears penal servitude, for larceny. Licenced 28th January, 1897. U 289. Information to Captain Gurney, Chief Constable, Hull. YORKSHIRE ( WEST RIDING). 52.— Leeds ( City).— For failing to report— Licence- Holder CHARLES PARKER, Office No. 3826- 96, age 43, height 5 ft. 6| in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes grey, cut scar right of forehead, left of neck, over each eyebrow, back of each thigh, left elbow, back of left forearm, back of left hand, boil scar under left nipple, brown spot top of left chest, brown birthmark below right knee, and on right buttock. Sentenced, at Leeds Assizes, 2nd December, 1893, to 4 years penal servitude for wounding. Licenced 17th December, 1896. T577. Information to Chief Constable Webb, Leeds. 53.— Dewsbury ( Borough).—. For failing to report — Supervisee PATRICK HOPKINS, alias FAR- RELL and WALKER, Office No. 45292, age 57, height 5 ft. 4| in., complexion fresh, hair grey ( bald), eyes £ rrev, cut centre top of forehead, on each eye- brow," left side of nose, part- of anchor outside right forearm, and dot. outside left ditto. Sentenced, at Bradford Sessions, 2nd July, 1888, to 7 rears penal servitude, and 5 rears police supervision for larceny ( person). Licenced 30th September, 1893. A 0 833. Information to the Chief Constable, Borough Police. Dewsbury. 2 T H E POLICE G A Z E T T E. TUESDAY, JULY 20, 1897. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 54.— C Division.— Remanded, charged with ob- taining money by false pretences — LATHAM BIGGAR, age 22 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 6 in., slight build, complexion fresh, thin face, hair light brown, eyes grey, prominent nose, scar between eyes and over right eye, fleshy mole back of neck ; dress, black frock coat and vest, dark grey stripe trousers, silk hat, button boots. Of good address. A traveller. Native of Dublin. He introduces himself to servants of the better class, and under promise of marriage, obtains money from them by various pretences. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. ESSEX. 55.— Brentwood ( County).— Remanded, for steal- ing clothing, etc., from a cricket ground— GEORGE ROBERTS ( supposed false), age 25, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, tattooed woman, " M. A. D. C." and flag right arm, sailor with flags, star, flowers in pot, snake, and dagger left arm, ring left middle finger; dress, black coat and vest, brown cord trousers. JOHN SMITH ( supposed false), age 20, height 5 ft. - 1 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes grey, tattooed harp, woman, flowers, " Ellen," anchor, wreath and " V. E." left forearm; dress, brown tweed coat and vest, dark cord trousers, light cap, with star on top. Labourers. 56.— Brentwood ( County).— Sentenced, to one month imprisonment, for larceny— THOMAS WIG- GINS ( supposed false), age 59, height 5 ft. 6 in., com- plexion fresh, hair light, eyes blue; dress, grey jacket and vest, cord trousers, long dark overcoat, brown cap. HARRY JONES ( supposed false), age 39, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes grey, tattooed 2 dots, " E. T. H." and indistinct marks left forearm; dress, brown overcoat, cord trousers, black soft felt hat. JOHN MILES ( supposed false), age 26, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes brown; dress, brown jacket, cord vest and trou- sers, black soft felt hat. Labourers. Information to Supt. Allen, Brentwood. GLAMORGANSHIRE. 57.— Cardiff ( Borough).— Committed for trial at next Quarter Sessions, for larceny ( lodgings)— ALFRED SARGEANT, a marine fireman, age 32, height 5 ft. 9J in., complexion fresh, hair brown, moustache sandy, eyes brown, scar crown of head, above left temple, back of head, side of left eye, on left eyebrow, inside right knee, 3 scars on forehead, 2 on outside left forearm, blue mark over right eye- brow, pockmark* above right eyelid, wound in left jaw, right jaw has been broken, lobe of left ear de- ficient, point of left index finger deformed, birth- mark left buttock. Native of Shadwell, London. 58.— Cardiff ( Borough).— Remanded till 20th inst., for larceny ( person)— WILLIAM JAMES BISHOP, age 39, height 5 ft. 1| in. ( without bcols), complexion ( freckled) fair, hair ( turning grey) daik b own, bald on top and back of head, clean shaved, eyes blue, cut scar centre back of head, 2 centre of forehead, 1 both eyebrows, 1 left of temple, 1 right of neck under jaw, 1 upper part of nose, 1 left of upper lip, 2 small scars outside leit wrist, scar back left hand, and on third lsft finger, slight varicose veins left calf; very shabbily dressed. States he is a groom. He appears to be well acquainted with prison discipline. Information to Head Constable McKenzie, Cardiff. HAMPSHIRE. 59.— Bournemouth ( County).— Committed for trial, at next Quarter Sessions, for maliciously wound- ing— CARLO ZANNI, an Italian, age 26, height 5 ft. 10£ ir\, complexion dark, hair dark brown, eyes brown, mole left side of back, top of left forefinger deficient. A chef. Supposed previously convicted. CO.— Bournemouth ( County).— Committed for trial, at next Quarter Sessions, for obtaining £ 4 by false pretences— EDITH IRENE SIMMONDS, alias \ V ATKINS, age 30, height 5 ft. 2 in., complexion sallow, hair dark brown, eyes ( weak, cast in right) grev. Supposed previously convicted, and to be wanted elsewhere. ( See Case No. 26, 18th ult.) Information to Supt. Foster, Bournemouth. NORFOLK. 61.— Dov/ nham Market ( County).— Committed for trial at next Quarter Sessions, for obtaining books by false pretences, 10th December, 1896— REGINALD BIRD, alias ALFRED SAUNDERS and PERCY JUMP, age 63, height 5 ft. 4 in., com plexion pale, hair grey, eyes hazel ; dress, black jacket and dark striped trousers, button boots. Supposed previously convicted. Information to Deputy Chief Con3table Mash, Downham Market. SHROPSHIRE. 62.— Wellington ( County). - Remauded till 21st inst., on several charges of burglary— HENRY BAKER, 19, Davis Street, Cardiff, age 27, height 5 ft. in., complexion sallow, hair dark brown, moustache light brown, eyes grey, rather sharp fea- tures ; dress, black stripe jacket, black vest, light plaid trousers, blue peak cap, low shoes. A tailor. WILLIAM CLEMENT PRICE, 86, West Park Street, Salford, age 18 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, rather long features, hair dlark brown, eyes grey; dress, black, rough cloth jacket and vest, brown plaid trousers, blue peak cap, lace boots. A ship's carpenter. Both supposed ex- pert burglars, and to be wanted elsewhere. Photographs may be obtained on application. Information to Chief Supt. Edwards, Wellington. WILTSHIRE. 63.— Warminster ( County).— Committed for trial at next Marlborough Quarter Sessions, 19th October next, for larceny— ALFRED PEARCE, alias BUT- TON, age 24, height 5 ft. 6A in., complexion fresh, blotchy face, hair brown, clean- shaved, eyes hazel; dress, blue serge jacket, grey striped trousersi ( very short), grey peak cap, heavy lace boots. A native of Salisbury. Supposed to have been previously con- victed at Canterbury, and wanted elsewhere for similar offences. Information to Supt. Lane, Warminster. WORCESTERSHIRE. 64.— Worcester ( County).— Committed for trial at next Quarter Sessions for stealing tools from buildings— JOHN F1TZPATRICK, age 36, height 5 ft. 8^ in., rather round shouldered, complexion fresh, thin features, eyes dark grey, scar right cheek pock marked on neck, and right side of face, small brown birthmark back of neck, scar left eyelid which causes the lid to drop, flags tattooed left arm, slight impediment in fpjech; dress, black alpaca jacket, cord trousers, red and blue flannelette shirt, peak cap, canvas boots. States he has been travelling the country for years, hawking cheap jewellery, clothing, etc. A native of Langport, Somerset. Supposed previously convicted. 65.— Worcester ( County).— Remanded till 20th inst., for violently assaulting a woman with whom he has been tramping the country— THOMAS MILEY, age 38, height 5 ft. 5 in., sunburnt, hair brown, eyes blue, cut scar right of nose and over left eyebrow, mole left cheek, enlarged joint 3rd finger right hand ; dress, dark brown jacket, butcher's blue jacket, dirty grey trousers, grey cap. A tramping labourer. Na'ive ( f Liverpool. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Wheeler, Worcester. PROPERTY STOLEN. BERKSHIRE. 66.— Maidenhead ( County).— 10th inst., by burglary, at Hurley— 2 spy- glasses ( 1 ivory, 1 mother- o'- pearl); 1 scent bottle, plain silver top; 1 silver tray; 1 silver spoon, initials " A. G."; 6 plated forks, model of arm holding shield; 2 sauce ladles, initials " E. T. B."; 1 silver butter knife, silver handle; 1 silver gravy spoon, date " 1806, A. G. to E. G." thereon; 1 pair silver sugar tongs, filigree work; 1 silver salt spoon; 4 silver tea- spoons, with ship on bowl ; 2 plated ditto; 5 silver coffee ( Apostle) spoons; 1 silver cigar- case, monogram " E. B."; lsilvercard- ca. se, filigree work; 4 silver ash- tray3 ( 1 a spade; 1 a heart; 1 a diamond ; 1 a club); 1 silver pin- box ; 1 silver tray, square, figures of Punch newspaper thereon. Information to Supt. Dorrell, Maidenhead. CARDIGANSHIRE. £ 5 REWARD. 67. — Llandyssul ( County). — BetweenJune, 1896, and 23rd June, 1897, at Llangrnnog— 1 double- cased gold English lever kevless hunter watch, No. 9833, maker, " J. W. B~ nson, London"; 1 very heavy 15- carat gold curb pattern chain : 1 gold locket, " 10. 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. 68.— 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 opening under head for hair, 1 gilt chatelaine, with a small pair of folding scissors, no bows attached. Information to Chief Constable Eacock, Weymouth, ESSEX. 69.— Brentwood ( County).— Between 27lli ult. and 11th inst., at Romford— A double- barrel central- lire breech- loading gun, air triggers, gold plate let in stock, 12 bore, maker " James Squires, 14, New- castle Street, Whitechapel." Information to Supt. Allen, Brentwood. 70.— Southend- on- Sea ( County).— 12th inst.— A silver " Ludgate lever" watch, No. 94061, maker " Benson." Information to Supt. Simmonds, Southend- on- Sea. GLAMORGANSHIRE. 71.— Cardiff ( Borough).— 8th inst., by shop- breaking— A " Rudge- Whitworth" safety bicycle, special path racer, 1895 pattern, weight 22 § pounds, geared up to 70, black enamelled diamond frame, " Palmer " tyres ( new on hind wheel), slightly dropped handle bars, cork handles, ball bearings throughoutr steel pedals with toe- clips, a new " Brook's" brown leather saddle, with black springs, no brake, mud- guards or foot- rest ; several boxes, each containing 50 cigars of following brands : Richard Wagner, El Arguera and La Galdera ; several packets of tobacco, Taddys Myrtle Grove, Will's Westward Ho, and Lambert and Butler's May Blossom ; packets of cigarettes, Guinea Gold, Duke's Cameo, and Capstan Navy Cut; a quantity of silver- mounted briar- root pipes, large bowls; 1 blank cheque- book on Lloyd's Bank, Limited, Cardiff, Nos. C/ O 7737 to 7820 inclusive. 72.— Cardiff ( Borough).— 5th inst., by house- breaking— 1 old- fashioned rib pattern silver snuff box, 4 in. by in., gilded inside; 1 old gold seal, with J. D, W. thereon; 1 small old- fashioned ring, set pearls; a masonic jewel, and several 1887 Jubilee coins. Information to Head Constable McKenzie, Cardiff. ISLE OF ELY. 73.— Ely ( County). — Since 1st ult., 2 photo- graphic lenses, one wide angle, by Ross, No. 50062, the other, universal symmetrical, by Ross. Information to Supt, Burrows, Ely. KENT. 74.— Dover ( Borough).— 7th inst., by house- breaking— 1 plain gold bracelet, solid and heavy; 1 wide engraved gold bracelet, date inside, " 19 th Au- gust, 1885"; 1 flexible chain bracelet, with, carbuncle pendant, surrounded by small snake, initials and date " E. B. L. F., 1853"; 1 silver braoelet, broad band, engraved; 1 ditto, with raised work ; 1 pair long gold earrings; 1 pair short round ditto, with pearl in centre ; 1 solid gold brooch, with black enamel and pearl centre; 1 large gold locket, with monogram " D. C. L. F." on one side, " 1865 " on the other, miniature and hair ; 1 medium size gold locket, dated " 7th March, 18G7 " 1 small ditto, containing liair ; 1 emerald and diamond ring, in case; 1 gold and black enamel mourning iing; 1 pearl and hair ring; 1 French gold and enamel ring, open work, old ; 1 Madeira gold zodiac ring ; 1 pearl and turquoise ring ; 1 opal ring ; 1 garnet ring ; 1 cameo shell brooch ; 1 Rat hair bracelet, mounted gold heart shape locket and padlock; 1 long gold chain, with small gold nugget attached; 1 sphinx head oxydiseel silver brooch ; 1 pair of earrings to match ; a lady's enamel and gold shirt stucls, connected by enamel chain, white, green and black; 1 1887 Jubilee florin and shilling; various studs, buckles, etc. ; 1 Rio beetle brooch, set in gold ; 1 gold and hair hook for waistband; 1 gold and black enamel mourning brooch, with row of pearls. Information to Chief Constable Sanders, Dover. TUESDAY, JULY 393, 1897. T H E POLICE GAZETTE. 5 75.— Folkestone { Borough).— 6th inst., by house- breaking— 6 plated tablespoons; 6 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. 7G.— Salford { Borough).— 8th inst., by shop breaking— 9 silver curb alberts, new; 1 lady's silver chain, twisted pattern; 1 gentleman's gold curb albert, 9- carat, weighs 1 oz. 2 dwts.; a lady's gold albert, three links twisted, minus swivel, pattern new, about 15 dwts.; 1 lady's silver geneva watch, No. 53,691; 1 gun- metal watch, No. 14,222; 1 gentle- man's 14- carat gold keyless hunting watch, No. 6,081 ; 18 gold wedding rings, 22- carat; 17 gold keeper rings, and 5 9- carat gold rings; 6 ladies' gold dres3 rings, various patterns; 1 silver necklet and locket, gold mounted ; 1 9- carat gold ring, set with 4 garnets, marked " A/-." All articles marked with private mark taken from the word " Constabled." 77.— Salford ( Borough).— 10th inst, by house- breaking— 1 thin 9- carat gold bangle, fastens with horse- shoe, dinge near the middle, mended near the fastening; 1 plain gold bangle, fastens with a knob; 1 gentleman's 9- carat gold signet ring, plain pattern, set with brown sand stone; 1 gold breast- pin, head size of a sixpenny- piece, with 2 cross bars of gold, ruby at each end across the head; oval- shaped breast- pin, purple amethyst set in gold; 3 gold studs, imitation diamonds, claw settings ; and 1 small gold stud, star on head. 11th inst., by burglary— 1 single- breasted brown tweed jacket, with 5 brown bone buttons, 2 pockets at side and ticket pocket, 1 on left breast lined with brown silecia lining, " Bramble, Broad Street, Pendle- ton," on tab, 1 single- breasted vest to match; 1 black ribbed cloth jacket and vest, usual pockets, lined with black alpaca, black bone buttons, " Bramble, Broad Street, Pendleton," on tab, vest lined inside with red- and- white striped material ; 1 pair of lace boots, size 8, toe- capped : 1 pair of lady's high- leg lace boots, worked on toes with silk to resemble toe- caps, size 5 ; 1 black ribbed cloth cap ; 1 white silk tie. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Salford. NORFOLK. 7S.— 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. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. 79. — Northampton ( Borough).— 6th inst.— A pneumatic safety bicycle, " The Crawford ' 96 Ameri- can," improved diamond frame, 28 in. wheels, fitted with " Morgan and Wright," quick- repairing tyres, nickel- plated tangent spokes, oil- retaining barrel hubs, " Plymouth " wood rims, " Plunger" pattern brake, handle rusty, handle- bar turned up, rat- trap pedals, chain adjustment rear, with set screws, 6 J in. round cranks, no mudguards, " Gilliams" saddle— By a youth, who gave the name of WEST, age about 18, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion dark ; wearing blue serge suit, dark cap. Information to Chief Constable Mardlin, North- ampton. NORTHUMBERLAND. 80.— Berwick- on- Tweed ( Borough).— 30th ult., a silver lever watch, No. 3723. Information to Head Constable Garden, Berwick- on- Tweed. SHROPSHIRE. 81.— 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. 82.— 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. SOMERSETSHIRE. 83.— Temple Cloud ( County).— 7th inst., by housebreaking, at Brislington— 1 lady's gold geneva watch, yellow dial, engraved back; 2 ladies' gold chains ( 1 snake pattern, with locket attached, " J. C." and photograph of a boy inside; the other long twisted pattern); 1 gold albert chain, very thick plain links, large seal, with blue- and- green stone at- tached ; 1 lady's gold mourning ring, " In memory of Jane Davis " inside ; 1 gold dress ring, set 3 corals ; 1 plain gold ring, set blue- and- white stones; 1 gold link bracelet, i in. wide, blue stone pendant; 1 brace- let made of coloured stones ( mostly red), linked with gold ; and about £ 18. Information to Supt. Dicks, Temple Cloud. SURREY. 84.— Chertsey ( County).— 10th inst, by house- breaking, at Weybridge— 1 lady's gold watch chain; 1 ditto, muff chain; 1 ditto, cross, with 6 blue stones; 1 gold brooch ; 1 silver ditto ; 1 single stone diamond pin; 1 gold horse shoe- pin, set 5 diamonds; 1 pair gold sleeve links ( snaffle bits); 1 pair ditto, oval; 1 gold stud, set diamond; 3 gold front studs, set dia- mond ; 1 gold oval brooch, monogram " A. A." there- on, piece of chain attached ; 1 plain gold ring ; 1 gold ring, set one stone; 1 masonic jewel, set diamonds and pearls ; 1 Waterbury watch; 1 square gold locket, set stones ; and a small box, containing various stones and studs. Information to Supt. Hackman, Chertsey. 85.— 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 diar mond, ruby and pearl; 1 pair gold sleeve links, " R. 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 half- 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, carved leaves and flowers; 1 coral bead necklace ; 1 pair of opera glasses, telescopic mother- o'- pearl holder ; 1 Maundy silver coin 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. 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. SUSSEX ( EAST). 86.— Brighton ( Borough).— 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- tached ; 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 pit, with oval- shaped head; and a gilt horse- shoe pin. £ 1 REWARD. 87.— Brighton ( Borouc/ h).— 1st inst.— A No. 1 1896 " Swift" safety bicycle, No. 34580, extra high frame, enamelled black, flat handle- bar ( has 5 or 6 dents on left side), felt handles, combination steering lock No. 90, fitted with metal mud- guards and gear- case, rubber pedal « . The above reward will be paid ly Mr. Horfon Ledger, 167, North Street, Brighton, to any person giving such information as will lead to the apprehen- sion and conviction of the thief, and recovery of the bicycle. Information to Chief Constable Carter, Brighton. 88— Eastbourne ( Borouyh).— Ahout 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 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, 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 dialr 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, H in. wide, and about J in. deep; said to be Russian silver; lid fits very close; 1 small silver box, about 1 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 had 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. 89.— Eastbourne( 5oro « ? A).— 9thinst.— A " Road Racer " safety bicycle ( nearly new), transfer on back stay, maker " W. T. Wilson. Colonnade, Eastbourne," " Dunlop" tyres, " B. A." fittings, dent on top bar near head, " Westwood " rims, dropped handle- bars, cork and wood handles, steering lock, " Brooks's B10 saddle, " L." saddle- pin. rat- trap pedals, fancy toe- clips, basr, pump and bell attached. Information to Chief Constable Plumb, Eastbourne. 90.— Hastings ( Borough).— 18th ult.— A lady's small silver watch, single case, engine- turned ( much worn), white dial, black figures; a silver curb pattern locket chain, snap fastening; and a silver pencil- case, gilded at each end. 28th 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. 91.— Hastings ( Borough).— 8th inst.— 1 lady's gold geneva watch, blue enamelled back, chased round edges, gold dial, hands and figures, No. 30655; 1 gold link pattern chain, about 11 in. long, links about I in. long, spade guinea ( supposed George III.) at- tached ; 1 pair of old- fashioned gold earrings, with long pear- shaped drops, set with small blue stones: 1 very fine gold chain bracelet, small plain links; 1 brooch, made from George IV. cro\ vu- pieee; and i George IV. crown- pieces. Information to Chief Constable Baker, Hastings. 92.— Hove ( Toum).— 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 attached, has recently had a new rubber brake fitted. Information to Major Teevan, Chief Constable, Hove. WORCESTERSHIRE. 93.— 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 sprinf, 24th ult.— A " Genuine Rudge" ' 95 pattern safety pneumatic bicycle, low frame, fitted with lj in. " Palmer's" corrugated tyres, 30- in. front wheel " Lucas" valve), 28- in. back, self sealing tuba (" Wood's" valve), tangent wheels, solid rims, 1 in. Hat handle- bar, felt handles, with tips off both ends, 2 T H E POLICE G A Z E T T E. TUESDAY, JULY 20, 1897. 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 ohain, square cranks, strong brown leather saddle, " Humber" pattern bracket, No-. 4527 on handle, 63 gear, enamelled black throughout— By V MAN, age about 25, height about 5 ft. 8 in., com- plexion, liair and slight moustache dark; wearing brown knicker cycling suit, and cap to match. Information to Supt. Cope, Evesham. YORKSHIRE ( EAST RIDING). 91.— 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. 491C433, 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, 9S.— Hull { City).— Between 8th and 9th inst.— 1 pneumatic safety bicycle, No. 2858 on seat post lug, black enamelled, 28- in. wheels, tangent spokes, the " Telegraph" on tube, transfer on head, eagle on wheel, I he " Telegraph,'' made by " Smith Brothers, Hanlev, Staffs," ball bearings, rational handle- bar, composition handles, " Clincher B 1897 " tyres, China " brake, lamp bracket attached, patent rever- sible rat- trap pedals, " Smith's" suspension saddle ( black), " Smith's Patent Compensating Saddle Spring'' stamped thereon, a plated double- alarm bell attached. Between 25th and 28th ult., by housebreaking— 1 lady's gold albert, fancy cable pattern, fringed pen- dant attached; 1 silver necklet, cable pattern, small silver lock attached ; 1 small gold bangle, floral fasten- ings ; 1 silver bracelet, spring fitting, acorn design at ends; 2 brooches ( 1 large gold antique, topaz in centre; 1 enamelled 5s. piece, " St. George and Dragon "); 1 silver gilt amethyst safety- pin ; 1 small silver pin, with topaz; 1 silver fan- shaped brooch, gold run, flying stork and bulrush design ; 4 gold rinses ( 1 set 4 pearls, with a turquoise each side; 1 rose pattern, set 4 turquoise and 5 diamonds; 1 set 4 emeralds and 4 other stones; 1 garnet hoop, set double row of stones): 2 silver thimbles; 2 pairs fancv gilt scissors, stork pattern; 1 small tortoise- shell case, containing mother- n'- pearl silk winders and silver thimble: 3 gold memorial brooches, designed in hair, resembling the " Prince of Wales's" plumes, with small pearls in band. Information to Captain Gurney, Chief Constable, Hull. ANIMALS, & c. t STOLEN. CARDIGANSHIRE. 96.— Llandyssul { County).— Between 11th and 12th inst., at Llwyncadfor Stud Farm, New Castle Emlyn— A black pony, 14 hands, aged, one fore and both hind fetlocks white, tail cut square, • bone spavin on both hind legs. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Williams, Llandyssnl. PROPERTY RECOVERED. KENT. 97.— West Mailing { County).— Bicycle, Case No. 71, 29th January last. YORKSHIRE ( EAST RIDING). 98.— Hull ( City). — Bicycle, Case No. 100, 18th ult., and Watch, No. 20,842, Case No. 74, 9th inst. PERSONS OR BODIES FOUND. KENT. 100.— Dover ( Borougli).— Committed suicide, 7th inst., by cutting his throat on the beach nt Dover— A MAN. age about 60, length 5 ft. 8 in., complexion sallow, hair and moustache grey, eyes hazel; dress, double- breasted blue overcoat, velvet collar, marked " Shyli, Son and Londons, 103, Regent Street, Lon- don," black diagonal double- breasted frock- coat and vest., turn- down collar, black satin tie, black hard felt hat, lace boots, marked inside " Lovell Warren, South- end- on- Sea." Information to Supt. Sanders, Town Hall, Dover. APPREHENSIONS 101.— Metropolitian Police District, N. Divi- sion.— ROBERT PRESANT, Case No. 5, 27th November, 1896. 102.— Berkshire, Newbury ( County).— ROBERT WATTS, Case No. 7, 26th February last. 103.— Mon mouthshire, Abergavenny ( Cou? ity). — FREDERICK HODGKISS, alias HOOPER and ROBERTS, Case No. 22. 5th March last. 104.— Sussex ( East), Eastbourne ( Borough). — JAMES SMITH, Case No. 55, 16tli November, 1894, 105.— Yorkshire, ( West Riding), Leeds ( City).— PATRICK ROSS, alias LOFTHOUSE, Case No. 90, 5th March, and HUGH RICHARD- SON, Case No. 58 and JOHN LAURIE, Case No. 59, 21st May last. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT CAMBRIDGESHIRE. 106.— Cambridge(- SoroMg'/ t) — For embezzlement — JAMES DAYIES, age. 48 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion fre3h, hair and moustache turn- ing grey; dress, black coat and vest, greenish- brown plaid trousers, bow tie, black hard hat. Has been employed as managing clerk to a firm of money- lenders for about 3 months, and when he left, on 6th inst., was in possession of a considerable amount of money belonging to his employer. He was at Bedford from 6th to 8th inst., which place he left stating lie was going to Southport or Stockport, where his friends are residing. Is known at King's Lynn, Bradford, Manchester, Leeds, Blackpool and Southport. May endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. 107.— Cambridge ( Borough)— For larceny, 11th inst.— A man, known by the name of JACK, age about 19, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., hair light brown, slight moustache brown, nose bent to the right; dress, black jacket and trousers, light brown plaid vest, red- and- white cotton shirt, dark cloth cap, lace boots. Supposed a native of Leicester. May be found at common lodging houses. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Holland, Cam- bridge. BERKSHIRE. 99. — Reading ( Borough).— 7th inst., in the river Kennet— The body of A MAN, age 35 or 36, length 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion pale, thin face, hair and moustache black ; dress, black coat ( worn down front), reddish mixture vest, li^ ht brown check trousers, '• Goody, London," on buttons, side- spring1 boots. Found in pockets— 2 small pieces of lead pencil, a set of small studs and Is. 2d. Believed to be a stone mason from King's Cross. A verdict of " Found Drowned " was returned at the inquest. Information to Captain Henderson, Chief Constable, Rendin?. SUSSEX ( EAST). 108.— Hastings ( Borough).— For stealing ( bailee), 6th inst., a light brown leather portmanteau, contain- ing a youth's black coat and vest; 1 pair of light grey cloth trousers; 2 pairs white flannel ditto; 2 new white cotton shirts; 2 blue cotton ditto; 2 pairs white cuffs ; 7 white collars, marked " L. Taylor ''; 7 white handkerchiefs; 3 white cotton vests ; 1 striped flannelette night shirt; 1 new pair of kid lace boots; and a brown " cloth cap— CLAUDE THOMPSON, age about 20, height about 5 ft. 9 in., complexion very dark, hair ( curly) black; dress, black serge jacket, blue cloth vest with white spots, black trousers with narrow white stripes, grey peak cap, white cricketing shoes. A native of Bombay. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Baker, Hastings. YORKSHIRE ( WEST RIDING). 109.— Doncaster ( Borough).— For obtaining money by false pretences, in March last— GEORGE WAIT, age 37, height 6 ft. 1 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache brown, eyes grey, left elbow injured and hand withered, cut mark ( right side) back f head. He calls on publicans, etc., soliciting orders for a licenced victualler's almanac, which he alleges is about to be published. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Lister, Doncast'. r. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. SUSSEX ( EAST). 110.— Eastbourne ( Borough).— Sentenced 12th inst. to 3 months imprisonment for attempted larceny ( person), Supervisee GEORGE LEONARD, Office No. 37- 96. PROPERTY STOLEN. HAMPSHIRE. 111.— Bournemouth ( County).— Between 8th and 12th inst., by housebreaking— A " Rover " light road- ster safety bicycle ( nearly new), No. 161 on bottom iiead lug, " The Rover, Rover Cycle Company, Coven- try," on shield, on head, " Dunlop " pneumatic tyres, " Westwood" rims, " Huniber" pattern frame, " Ra- tional" handle- bar, mudguards, brake, etc.; 1 gold knob off walking stick, with indistinct inscription thereon; 1 gold Aberdeen University medal, size of half- crown, with Latin inscription thereon; 1 silver Indian Mutiny medal, " Dr. William Erric, 1857," or similar inscription thereon; 1 small plated salver, floral centre, " From M. and M., 1887," thereon, sil- ver rims, stands on 3 claw feet; 1 plated butter- knife ; 1 gold brooch, filigree, with raised ball in centre, ' E. G." on back; 1 ditto set Scotch pebbles, " Emily" on back; 1 large old- fashioned Cameo brooch, set in gold; 1 large silver brooch; 1 small ditto; 2 small silver- plated cruets, triangular shape, salt, pepper, mustard, and spoons, complete ; 2 pairs plated sugar- tongs; 1 long silver mustard spoon; 4 silver dessert forks, plain pattern ; 3 silver dessert spoons, plain pattern; 4 small silver dessert forks, " P." thereon; 4 plated table- spoons, plain pattern, " P." on 2 of them; 1 plated gravy spoon, plain pat- tern, " P." thereon; 4 plated table forks, plain pat- tern ; 4 plated tea- spoons ; 6 small plated tea- spoons ; 6 plated egg spoons; 2 plated sauce ladles, plain pattern ; 1 old- fashioned plated toast- rack; 1 plated salt cellar, gilt lining, stands oil 3 feet; 1 silver card case, " Houses of Parliament," thereon; 1 gentle- man's gold mourning ring, set stone; 1 square gilt frame carriage clock, white face; 1 silver knob taken from walking stick; 1 plated teapot, coffee- pot, cream jug, and sugar basin, " M. P., 1887" thereon, fluted pattern, black handles; 1 large silk fire- screen, sub- ject an old Scotch Bard, with harp, lady and child offering grapes, lined with green, silk, crimson fringe, cord and tassel; 1 small Indian tablecloth, worked with gold and silver thread; 1 lady's threequarter- length sealskin jacket, 2 pockets inside; 1 beaver collarette; 1 sealskin muff; 1 shepherd's tartan shawl; 1 new white silk shawl; 1 new black ditto; 8 yards double- width black fancy clotli dress mate- rial ; 1 black Melton cloth coat and vest, side pock- ets ; 3 pairs new trousers; 1 sealskin vest; 1 check vest; 1 set of ivory- handle razors, with days of week thereon, in case— Supposed by portico thieves. Information to Supt. Foster, Bournemouth. WARWICKSHIRE. 112.— Solihull ( County).— 4th inst., by house- breaking, at Dorridge— 2 cash- bags, marked " R. S. A." or " S. Aldridge," containing 38s. 6rl.; 2 money boxes ( 1 labelled " The Church Exte isun Fund," the other " Country Children's Holiday Fand," containing about £ 2); 2 silver salt- cellars ( new), with a pai rot on each of the three legs ; 2 silver salt- spoons ; 1 gold peneil- case, slightly split in centre ; 1 steel chain, with leather loop at one end, and 4 keys ( 2 brass and 2 steel) at the other, attached; 1 metal bicycle watch, " The Yankee." Information to Supt. Carbis, Solihull. MISCELLANEOUS. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 113.— Criminal Investigation Department.— ( Correspondence, No. 121133).— Information is re- quired as to the whereabouts of HENRY SHUTTLF.- WORTLI GANNON, a solicitor, a native of New South Wales, age 40, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion very fair, hair, beard ( cut to point) and moustao le light, eyes brown, has a peculiar twitching of liie face, and blinks when speaking, walks with long strides and leans forward; suffers from scrofula. Is fond of cycling, tennis, and cricket. Absconded from Sydney in March last, and is supposed to be in England, with his wife. Photographs may be seen on application. Information to be forwarded to the Assistant Com- missioner, Criminal Investigation Department, New- Scotland Yard, S. W. 114.— C. O. ( Convict Supervision Office).— Description of Licence Holder THOMAS BROWN, alias WILLIAM BUTTON, Office No. 1419- 97, who has failed to report his arrival in this District, after leaving Basingstoke, 23rd ult., age 26, height 5 ft-. 7i in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes— right grey, left blue, sailor and cross on left, part horse shoe on right forearm. A hawker ; native of Hastings. Sentenoed, at Lewes Assizes, 4tli August, 1893, to 5 years penal servitude, for rape. Licenced 8th May, 1897, and went then to Maidstone. T 391. Descriptive form and photograph at this office. It is requested that this man may be dealt with in the dis- trict where found. TUESDAY, JULY 395, 1897. T H E POLICE GAZETTE. 5 MAN MISSING, • njflSSING from his home since the 14th Jena, ± TJ- 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 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. COCOA- NIB EXTRACT. ( TEA- LIKE.) 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