THE GAZETTE PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, APRIL 29, 1898. REGULATIONS. VOL. XV., No. 1496. 1. All announcements for insertion in the POLICE GAZETTE, and all communications relating to them, should be addressed to THE EDITOR OF THE POLICE GAZETTE, NEW SOOTLAND YARD, LONDON, S. W. 2. Particulars concerning persons whose apprehension is sought will be inserted in one issue of the POLICE GAZETTE, if they are sufficient to enable action to be taken upon them by another force. 3 Particulars as to stolen property will be likewise inserted in one issue, if sufficient to enable the article in question to be thereby identified, i. In all cases where a reward is offered, the name and address of some person responsible for the payment must be given, ami the exact conditions must be clearly stated. 5. Portraits of persons whose apprehension is sought for serious off owes, and engravings of stolen property will be inserted at a'cost of 15s. per portrait, and of 7s. 6d. per photo- graph or sketch of a stolen article. 6. Every announcement, if for the apprehension of a person, must be guaranteed by the signature of an officer of nut less rank than Superintendent; and, if the name of such person is required to be inserted and no warrant, is in force against him, the requisition must be signed by the chief officer of police, or his immediate deputy, of the county, city, or borough, as the case may be. 7. Announcements concerning stolen property must be guaranteed by an officer of not less rank than Inspector, or analogous thereto. 8. Announcements of all persons to be apprehended or of stolen property bear a number, and, as far as practicable, they are alphabetically arranged by counties. 9. The force which causes particulars concerning delinquents or stolen property to be inserted in the POLICE GAZETTE, must, on their apprehension or recovery, at once transmit to the Editor notice of the fact, referring to the number of the announcement,, for insertion in the next issue. 10< t In all cases the officer signing the request for the insertion of any announcement will be wholly responsible for any proceedings which may result from such publication. 11. Announcements for the Friday issue should be forwarded so as to be received not later than , noon on Wednesday, and for the Tuesday edition not later than Saturday morning. They must be clearly written on one side of the paper only ; they must be in the usual form, und accompa nied by a covering letter. 12. All payments must be in advance, either at the office, New Scotland Yard, by Postal Order or by Post Office Order payable at Parliament Street Post Office. 13. Announcements concerning property lost or persons missing can only be accepted on payment, and the charges for the insertion of the same will be given on application. R. ANDERSON, Editor. SPECIAL NOTICE. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. Letters relating to criminal business addressed by other Police Forces to Scotland Yard, are very frequently de- layed, owing to the envelopes containing them being directed incorrectly or inade- quately. In such cases prompt attention cannot be assured unless the letters are addressed " The Assistant Commissioner of Police, Criminal Investigation Department, New Scotland Yard, London, S. W." INDEX TO SPECIAL NOTICES AND CAUTIONS Which have appeared in the POLICE GAZETTE during the past twelve months. ARCHER'S TABLET CO , 111, Great Russell Street, W. C. ( P. G., No. 1480, March 4, 1898). BLANCH & CO., 171, High Street, Putney, and BRODERICK, J., Cleveland Road, Barnes. ( P. G., No. 1896, May 14, 1897.) CIRCULAR ADVERTISING CO. ( P. G., No. 1442, October 22, 1897.) DENNIS & HILL, GUESSING COMPETITION. ( P. G., No. 1456, December 10, 1897.) DOVE & CO., " TALTO PUZZLE." ( P. G., No. 1392, April 80, 1897.) EMIGRANTS' INFORMATION OFFICE, warning by, as to misleading advertisements inserted in Provincial Newspapers. ( P. G. No. 1468, January 21st, 1898). GAME & PUZZLE CO., Crouch Hill, " CAN I DO IT" PUZZLE. ( P. G., No. 1896, May 14, 1897. See also P. G., No. 1470, January 28, 1898). GOODE, ERNEST, 184, Oxford Street. ( P. G., No. 1456, December 10, 1897.) JACKSON, W. R., Gunsmith, 8, Paifk Avenue Road, Tottenham ( P. G., No. 1472, February 4, 1898.) JOHNSON & CO., " HOME EMPLOYMENT." ( P. G., No. 1458, December 17, 1897.) MONOCHROME PORTRAIT CO., Ealing. ( P. G., No. 1444, October 29, 1897.) PRESS RUG CO., 58a, Lauriston Road, Hackney, London. ( P. G., No. 1488. April 1st, 1898). SELMES, ROBERT, Gamekeepel", & c., ( P. G., No. 1474, February 11, 1898). SOUTH KENSINGTON FINE ARTS ASSOCIA- TION. ( P. G., No. 1460, December 24, 1897.) THEOBALD & CO., 19, Farringdon Street. ( P. G., No. 1452, November 26, 1897.) WADE, W. W., 140, King Street, Hammersmith ( P. G., No. 1482, March, 11th. 1898). ZUILIA PERFUMERY CO., 13, Rosebery Avenue, E. C. ( P. G., No. 1478, February 25th, 1898). APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. i— Criminal Investigation Depart- ment.— For larceny at the Cape of Good Hope — RICHARD SHIRLEY COOPER, age about 40, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 ins., slight build, complexion fair, hair iron grey, wears whiskers and slight moustache, has a peculiar staring expression when addressed. Provisional Warrant issued. 2.— C Division — For stealing and receiving four share certificates in a Registered Company and forging and uttering transfer deeds of same— Licence holder BRIAN GRAHAM MACMULLEN, alias JEF- FERY S. WOODS and GUY ROYSTON RICHARD PRESTON, Office No. 278- 98, age 28, height 6 ft., complexion pale, hair dark brown, eyes hazel, scar over right eyebrow, mole right . cheek, 2 front of left forearm, scar and mole under left breast; well dressed. A native of Chelmsford. 3.— N Division.— For stealing, 19th inst., £ 5 5s. 0d.— THOMAS MOORE, an Irishman, age 38, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion ruddy, hair ( par- tially bald on top, side hair drawn over) and moustache brown, appearance of an excessive drinker; dress, dark coat and vest, striped trousers, dark brown felt hat, flat top. A builder's clerk ; absconded 19th inst. Warrant issued. 4.— T Division.— For embezzling £ 93 10s. Od. — ERNEST BASS, age 25, height 5 ft. 6 in., com- plexion and hair dark, eyes brown ; dress, blue serge suit, brown overcoat, black hard felt hat. Supposed a native of Coventry. Warrant issued. 5.— V Division. — For stealing, 25th inst., £ 37 2s. 0d.— SAMUEL G. SOUTHWOOD, age 18 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh, hair light, eyes blue ; dress, black morning coat, fancy double- breasted vest, black and blue striped trousers, silk hat. patent leather boots, wears several rings. Is fond of stage professionals company, and may be found at music halls, & c. Warrant issued. 6. — W Division — For embezzlement — HENRY GODDEN, age 38 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion, hair ( wavy) and eyes dark; dress, dark clothes, high silk hat, patent leather boots. A clerk, native of Swindon. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. CITY OF LONDON. 7.— For embezzlement — LEONARD A. LONG- LEY, age about 28, height 5 ft 9 in., complexion fair, hair and moustache light; dress, blue serge suit, hard felt hat. An accountant. May enlist. Warrant issued. 8.— For stealing £ 106 — FRAND FISK, late of 14, King William Street, E. C., age about 40, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion sallow, thin face, hair, whiskers and moustache black ; dress, black double- breasted pilot jacket suit, black felt hat. A messenger ; absconded 16th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. McWilliam, 26, Old Jewry, E. C. BEDFORDSHIRE. 9.— Bedford { Borough). — For burglary, 6th inst., and stealing 1 pair new lace boots, size 8, " Registered 87,002" on straps, " Knight of the Garter " inside tops, straight cut toe- caps, and other property ( recovered) ( see Case No. 6, 15th inst)— a man, giving the names of BELL and JAMES NEWTON, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., slight build, upright, complexion fresh, rather long features, slight moustache light, left middle finger deficient; dress, greenish plaid coat ( sleeves too short) light trousers, grey mixture cap. Stated he had served in the 3rd Hussars and had been shot through the hand. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Thody, Bedford. BERKSHIRE. 10.— Maidenhead { County). — For stealing, 26th inst., a new black vicuna cloth lounge jacket and a pair of blue and grey striped tweed trousers, " Miles, Brook Street," on buttons— A MAN, age about 45, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh, prominent nose, hair ( turning grey) sandy, moustache grey ; dress, brown suit ( much worn), black hard felt hat. A tramping tailor. Information to Supt. Dorrell, Maidenhead. 11.— Newbury { County).— For attempting to obtain money by a forged letter— JOHN BURK, age about 60, height 5 ft. 10 in., hair and slight whiskers grey, eyes grey or light blue; dress, shabby black overcoat, black or grey trousers, black felt hat, carries a small black bag. He calls on Roman Catholic priests. May be found at common lodging houses. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Robotham, Newbury. 12.— Wokingham I County).— For obtaining 10s. by false pretences MARTIN, age 26 to 28, height about 5 ft. S in., complexion ( supposed) dark, hair and moustache dark; wearing a long dark over- coat. He obtained the above by stating he was collecting money for the widow of a fireman who was injured in January last and had since died. Supposed identical with case No. 39, 8th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Molsher, Wokingham. 13.— Reading { Borough).— For stealing, 31st ult., 1 old- fashioned silver lever watch, 1 silver chain ( recovered) and 2 gold signet rings— PATRICK T H E POLICE GAZETTE. TUESDAY, APRIL 26, 1898. LAWLESS, an Irishman, age 22, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion fair, clean shaved, hair fair, cast in one eye; dress, dark coat and vest, light trousers, black hard felt hat, stand- up collar, blue tie with white spots. Information to Captain Henderson, Chief Con- stable, Reading. BUCKINGHAMSHIRE. 14.— Fenny Stratford { County).— For larceny — HENRY ROADS, age 29, height 5 ft. 4 in., com- plexion fresh, hair and heavy moustache brown, eyes grey; dress, dark jacket, corduroy breeches, brown leather leggings, light cap. A butcher ; native of Winslow. May be employed as a drover. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Lait, Fenny Stratford. 15.— Chepping Wycombe { Borough).— Fox assaulting his wife and child— RALPH LUNNON, age 25, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., slight build, com- plexion pale, hair, slight moustache and eyes dark, upper front teeth deficient, scrofula mark right side ot neck ; dress, black jacket and vest, light tweed trousers, light peak cap, coloured neckerchief, lace boots. A chairmaker. Warrant issued. Information to Head Constable Sparling, High Wycombe. CAMBRIDGESHIRE. 16.— Cambridge { Borouijli).— For obtaining £ 4 12s. 6d. by a worthless cheque on 16th inst.— CHARLES HOLDEN, alia* BARRETT, age 80, height 5 ft. 10 or 11 in., complexion fair, hair ( long and curled in front) light brown, clean shaved, front teeth prominent, of theatrical appearance, plausible manner; may be wearing dark brown speckled jacket suit and velvet cord cap, or light brown suit and Alpine hat, or black frock coat and high silk hat. He takes private lodgings, and remains about a week, when he leaves without paying ; sings and plays the piano at public- houses. Is accompanied by his wife, age about 30, height 5 ft. 2 or 8 in., complexion fair, hair hangs over forehead, of theatrical appear- ance ; two boys, age 8 and 5 respectively ; and a woman, age about 82, whom they represent as their servant. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Holland, Cambridge. CARNARVONSHIRE. 17.— Carnarvon { County). — For obtaining money by false pretences— GEORGE CARVER, alias G. B. LEFTWICH, J. V. WOODS, and J R. S. WRIGHT, age 40, height 5 ft. 5 or G ins., slight build, complexion sallow, hair dark, clean shaved, nose slightly turned up ; dress, usually black clothing. He posts circulars to dressmakers, etc., offering serge at Is. per yard, and on obtaining the money absconds. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Harris, Carnarvon. 18.— Conway { County).— For stealing, 16; h inst., at Llandudno, a " Parr " tyre tricycle, 28 in. front, 80 in. side wheels, recently re- enamelled and plated, Bood brake and roller chain ( old pattern), Brooke's saddle, transfer bears the name of " A. Deacon & Son"— a man who gave the name of WILSON, age 23, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes grey; wearing a light suit and cap. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Rees, Conway. CHESHIRE. — Altrincham { County).— For indecent ex- posure— WILLIAM JOHN FANNELL, age 24, height 5 ft. in., complexion fair, hair light brown, eyes grey; dress, long black ( faded) overcoat, blue serge trousers, brown soft felt hat. A french polisher ; native of Altrincham. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. McDonald, Altrincham. 20.— Oakmere { County). — For stealing, 8th inst., at Frodsham, a " Juno " Roadster bicycle, 1897 pattern, ordinary round handle bars plated, cork handles, Dunlop Welsh tyres, tangent spokes, plated about 2 inches from hub, rubber pedals, cranks sprained, hammer marks on right crank, chain wheel ( 19 teeth) loose, dent in fork over maker's name, enamel partly scratched oft cross bar, " Juno" lamp and old rusty bell attached— A MAN, age 23 or 24, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fresh, hair and slight moustache dark brown ; dress, brown mixture tweed jacket and trousers, low hard felt hat. Information to Supt. Johnson, Oakmere. 21.— Chester { City).— For obtaining, 2nd inst., by false pretences, 2 gold, jewelled curb bracelets ( 1 set diamond, 1 set 3 diamonds)— a man who gave the name of H. JAGGER, age 24 or 25, height about 5 ft. 8 in., well built, complexion fair, large square face, hair light brown, may be wearing a small light moustache ; dress, fancy brown and white check suit ( either knickerbockeror breeches and leggings), and cap. Warrant issued. 22.— Chester { City).— For stealing, 23rd inst., from his lodgings, a dark grey jacket suit; 2 pairs light drab trousers; 1 stone grey plaid jacket suit; 1 blue jacket suit, maker " McLeod, Glasgow ; " 1 square block- tin box, with curved top— a man who gave the name of GEORGE LAMBERT, age 26, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair ( cut close) dark brown, thick dark moustache; dress, dark grey wocllen suit, brown felt hat; wears spats. Stated he came from Windermere, and was a traveller for a Tea Company and for Dr. Barnardo's Homes. He left the same day for Stafford. Left behind a light brown round tin box, with bands of darker colour, labelled " Tebay," containing clothing, including a pair of blue and black striped tweed trousers, buttons " ' Imperial,' Stevenson Brothers, Darlington;" 1 blue- grey cotton shirt, marked " Norton ; " 8 linen fronts, size 15, marked " A. Buckley, Middlesbrough and West Hartlepool; " a book of Ancient and Modern Hymns, " Miss Mace, Hemington, Novr. 16, 1883," inside. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Chester. CUMBERLAND. 23.— Workington { County).— For failing to re- port at Workington— Supervisee HENRY KELNISH, alias McGARRY, Office No. 43182, age 58, height 5 ft. 7J in., complexion fresh, hair sandy ( turning grey), eyes grey, oval face, proportionate build, tattooed tree inside forearm, H. M. and scroll on wrist, scar right eyebrow, nose inclines to left. A labourer; native of Ireland. Sentenced at Lancaster, 2nd July, 1888, to 5 years penal servitude and 7 years police supervision for larceny. Licenced 6th July, 1892. J. O. 706. Left Skerton 6th ult. Information to Supt. Hope, Workington. DENBIGHSHIRE. 24. Wrexham ( Cutmty).— For stealing, between 1 TJth and 23rd ult., a quantity of brass fittings ( recovered)- MEREDITH JONES, age about 40, height 5 ft. 7 in., red blotched face, hair and moustache dark brown; dress, old drab dustcoat, repaired at back, grey tweed trousers, muffler, nq, vy blue broad brimmed cap with peak and brass ornament in front. Has the appearance of a fitter, and carries a bass containing tools. A native of Pentre- Braughton, near Wrexham. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Jones, Wrexham. DERBYSHIRE. 25.— Glossop { Borow/ h).— For embezzlement, 9th inst.— JOHN WILLIAM ROWE, age 18, height 5 fc. 2 or 3 in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes brown, mark near throat, large mouth ; dress, black reefer acket, sleeves too long and turned in, black vest, grey trousers, blue cap, red and blue silk necker- chief, clogs. Recently in the employ of an ice cream vendor. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable IIo3gson, Glossop. DORSETSHIRE. 26.— Shaftesbury { County).— For leaving his wife and family chargeable to the Common Fund of the Shaftesbury Union— CHARLES HARDIMAN, age 82, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fresh, hair and heavy moustache light brown, eyes grey, 2 rings tattooed on left little finger; dress, dark brown tweed coat, grey vest, light plaid trousers, blue striped flannelette shirt, dark brown skull cap. A plasterer; native of Iwerne- Minster, Dorset. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Elford, Shaftesbury. ESSEX. 27. — Latchingdon { County):— For stealing, 25th inst., from a coal ship at Burnham- on- Crouch, a seaman's blue serge suit ( nearly new), peak cap, a pair of lace boots and £ 1 16s.— ERNEST OLSON, an Irishman, age 20, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 ins., com- plexion, hair and eyes dark, scar under both eyes; wearing the stolen clothing. A seaman. He left Southininster for Liverpool Street, G. E. R., 25th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Halsey, Latchingdon. 28.- Saffron Walden { County).— For stealing from his lodgings a silver watch chain with key and seal a rough black jacket, usual pockets, and £ 1 2s. 6d.— FREDERICK SKINGLE, age 26, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., slight build, complexion fresh, hair dark, thin light moustache, wearing dark clothes, blue neckerchief, hard felt hat. Has served in the army. A native of Little Canfield, Essex. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Pryke, Saffron Walden. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 29.— Stroud { County).— For rape— ERNEST FIFIELD, age 19 or 20, height 5 ft. 10 in., com- plexion fresh, clean shaved, hair dark brown, eyes dark, has very long legs, and leans forward when walking; dress, blue serge coat and vest, brown tweed trousers, lace boots, black hard felt hat. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Harrison, Stroud. HAMPSHIRE. 30— Basingstoke ( County). — For embezzle- ment— HENRY COOPER, age about 50, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., hair ( thin on top) dark brown, beard and moustache dark ( turning grey), prominent fore- head, walks with swinging gait; dress, when last seen, dark morning coat and vest, light trousers, black hard felt hat, low shoes. A grocer's clerk. Warrant issued. Information to Inspector Hale, Basingstoke. HERTFORDSHIRE. 81.— St. Albans ( City).— For stealing, 5th inst., a lady's small silver Geneva watch, No. 0935, and silver albert— ROBERT ALLISON or HARRISON, age about 18, height about 5 ft. 6 in., complexion, hair and eyes dark, full face, snub nose, rather thick hps; dress, dark clothes, fur cap. A native of Man- chester. Information to Head Constable Blatch, St. Albans. KENT. 82.— Sandgate { County). — For embezzlement and stealing a bicycle— JOHN WINTERS, age 25, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, clem shaved, eyes grey, dancing girl and woman's head on lorearms; dress, light grey suit, white tie, stand- up collar, brown Alpine hat. A native of Kisleen, Killen, Castlederg, Tyrone. Is believed to be in Scotland canvassing for a photo- grapher. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Waghorn, Sandgate. 33— Sittingbourne { County).— For stealing, 20th inst., a pair of plain gold earrings, 1 new melodeon and 2 new brown mixture suits of clothes— ALFRED , an Italian, age about 22, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., fat face, hair dark, clean shaved; wearing one of the above suits, blue skull cap, Jack boots. Carried a red handkerchief containing the other suit and melodion. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Turner, Sittingbourne. LANCASHIRE. 34.— Chorley { County).— For stealing, 12tliinst., 4 shirts, 1 umbrella, 1 silk square, 1 rug, 1 table cloth, 1 skirt, 4 pairs socks, 2 pairs braces, all new— HARRY RE ID, age 24 or 25, height 5 ft., com* plexion sallow, hair light brown, sore eyes, end o nose red, very small feet; dress, when last seen, grey mixture jacket suit, long drab Newmarket overcoat, black billycock hat. A horse dealer. He takes pri- vate lodgings and hires stables at a public house, and advertises harness, & c., for sale ; he then orders goods to be sent to his lodgings and on receiving same absconds. He frequently produces a post- dated cheque, stating that he has just sold a horse and will pay for the goods the following morning. Is believed to belong to a gang who are engaged in similar prac- tices. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Norris, Chorley. TUESDAY, APRIL 2(>, 1898. THE POLICE GAZETTE. 3 85.— Leigh ( County). — For larceny — MARY ANN STOCKTON, alias MULLEN, age 17, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh, hair ( hanging down and tied with red ribbon) dark brown, eyes brown ; dress, black jacket, short blue skirt, black felt hat trimmed black feathers. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Higginbotham, Leigh. 86.— Blackburn ( Borour/ h).— For failing to report— Licence holder JOSEPH ROBINSON, Office No. 8631- 97,' age 32, height 5 ft. 5 in., com- plexion fresh, hair brown ( thin on top), eyes brown, scar each upper arm, left elbow, front left hand, back left thumb, and 3 on head and right shin ; a collier or labourer, native of Blackburn. Sentenced at Liver- pool Assizes, 9th March, 1894, to 5 years penal ser- vitude for manslaughter. Licensed 15th December, 1897. V. 147. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Lewis, Blackburn. 87.— Blackpool( BorouyA).— For stealing ( bailee), 22nd inst., a " Belsize " safety bicycle, Beeston oat tyres, 30 in. front and 28 in. back wheels, direct spokes, rat trap pedals with toe clips, ram's horn handle bar, Brooke's saddle, forward saddle pin ( black), plating in good condition, newly blacked— a man, who gave the name of A. ROBERTS, age 25 to 30, height about 5 ft. 9 in., dark moustache; dress, black suit, may be wearing a blue cap, or black billycock hat with high crown. Information to Chief Constable Derhain, Black- pool. LEICESTERSHIRE. 88.— South Wigston ( County).— For stealing a horse ( recovered)— WALTER YATES, age 25 to 30, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion fresh, pock marked and freckled face, hair brown ; dress, grey jacket and vest ( too large for him), brown cord trousers, red scarf with white spots, dark cloth cap. A drover ; supposed a native of Birmingham. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Ormiston, South Wigston. MONMOUTHSHIRE. 89.— Newport ( Borough).— For obtaining, 5th inst., by fadse pretences, an 18 carat gold albert chain, open link pattern, and a gold seal pendant, long pattern, with yellow topaz stone— CHARLES GODWIN, age about 25, height 5 ft. 9 in., com- plexion fresh, hair and moustache dark; wearing a long grey overcoat ( tight fitting) with black velvet collar, black hard felt hat. Stated he was a wine merchant's traveller. He called at a jeweller's, selected the chain and seal and gave a worthless cheque for £ 8 18s. 6d. on the Hammersmith Branch of the London and County Bank in payment. May be wanted for similar offences elsewhere. Warrant issued. Information to Head Constable Sinclair, Newport. NORFOLK. 40.— Acle ( County).— For attempting to obtain charitable contributions by fraud GARRA- WAY, age about 85, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache light; dress, long black overcoat, dark trousers, soft felt hat, wearing a signet ring on right hand. Appearance of a Dissenting minister. He calls upon clergymen, & c., and pro- duces a paper, purporting to be a brief, stating he is collecting money for a widow in indigent circum- stances, with a view of starting her in a laundry business. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Lowe, Acle. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. 41.— Northampton ( Borou^).— For obtaining by a worthless cheque, a light brown kit bag, about 20 inches long, 10 inches wide and 9 inches deep, and £ 4 14s. 8d.— D. DONALDSON, age about 27, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., rather slight build, complexion and moustache dark; well dressed, of good appearance and address. Was formerly in the employ of a London firm of stationers, and is now believed to be travelling with stationery. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Mardlin, Northamp- ton. NORTHUMBERLAND. 42.— Blyth ( County).— For failing to notify her change of residence— Licence holder ELIZABETH LONGMIRES, alias LONGSTAFF and JOHNSON, Office No. 500- 97, age 40, height 5 ft., complexion fresh, hair dark brown ( turning grey), eyes grey ( cast in right), scar left eyebrow, inner corner of right and left eyebrow, back of neck, front left wrist, base left thumb, right wrist, and 3rd joint of right middle finger, bridge of nose broken, face pock marked, lost all upper teeth. A native of Blyth. Sentenced at Newcastle Quarter Sessions, 4th January, 1894, to 3 years penal servitude ( and remanet of former sentence) for larceny. Licenced 9th February, 1897, which expires 30th August, 1899. P. U. 40. Warrant issued. Information to Capt. Terry, Chief Constable, Morpeth, or Supt. Jobson, Blyth. 43.— Hexham ( County).— For stealing, 5th ult., a pony ( recovered)— JOSEPH LAWSON, age about 30, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion pale, small features, hair and slight moustache brown, slight cast in eyes; dress, blue jacket and vest, blue and black striped trousers, blue and white spotted necker- chief, light cap. A stableman or helper ; native of Penrith, Carlisle. Warrant issued. Information to Captain Terry, Chief Constable, Morpeth, or Supt. Robertson, Hexham. NOTTINGHAMSHIRE. 44.— Mansfield ( County).— For failing to report — Licence holder HARRY WIDDOWSON, alias CHARLES HENRY PRINCE, WILLIAM JOHN PRINCE and WILLIAM SWIFT, Office No. 768- 98, age 48, height 5 ft. 7| in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, scar centre front of head, each eyebrow, back left middle finger, back right fore and upper arm, right calf, and 2 left arm, mole left of chest, and right of back, lost left thumb, tattooed bird in nest left forearm, cross, 2 birds, dog, MDCCC BMXXAI, lizard and other figures right thigh, snake SEHAB left thigh, MGALE SAURA left shin, vari- cose veins left leg. A collier, native of Gedney Dyke. Sentenced at Nottingham Assizes, 17th March, 1892, to 8 years penal servitude for burglary. Licensed 8th ult. M. S. 149. Warrant issued. Information to Superintendent Hensley, Mans- field. 45.— Newark ( Borough).— For stealing a purse and £ 3 7s. Od.— GEORGE ROUSE, age about 19, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion pale, hair light brown, scar back of neck ; dress, black jacket, cord trousers, speckled cap, was wearing a silver hunter watch No. 26075. A moulder ; native of Grantham. He left here 26th inst., stating he was going to Notting- ham or Lincoln. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Challen, Newark. PEMBROKESHIRE. 46.— Haverfordwest Castle ( County).— For burglary— A MAN, age 30 to 40, height 5 ft. 8 or 4 in., stout build, bald from forehead to top of head ; dress, light shabby dust coat, dark trousers and cap. He obtains a living by singing at public houses. Supposed previously convicted. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Haverford- west Castle. SHROPSHIRE. 47.— Oswestry ( County).— For embezzlement, 7th inst.— JOHN DAVIES,' age 82, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion sallow, hair and moustache dark ; dress, black worsted suit, dark brown overcoat, stand- up collar, white tie, dark grey cap, strong lace boots. A carter. Has been employed at a mineral water factory. Warrant issued. 48.— Oswestry ( County).— For embezzlement, 23rd ult.— THOMAS JONES, age 28 to 30, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache light brown, shuffling gait and turns his toes in- wards; dress, brown tweed suit, blue mackintosh, light brown cap. A gardener, native of Pant, Llanymynech, Shropshire. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Lewis, Oswestry. 49.— Whitchurch ( County).— For aiding and abetting in a case of bigamy— SAMUEL JAMES, age 25 to 30, height 5 ft. 10 or 11 in., thin face, rather rough skin, ( supposed) small light moustache ; dress, dark clothes, raised seams, black neckerchief, black hard felt hat with mourning band. A native of Wrexham or Chester. He travels the country with a van, hawking baskets, & c. Is well known in South Wales, where he may be found. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Edge, Whitchurch. SOMERSETSHIRE. 50.— Wiveliscombe ( County).— For stealing, 4th inst., a cheque book on Messrs. Cox & Co.' s Bank, London, containing cheques Nos. 062935 to 062950 inclusive, also for forging two cheques, one for £ 8, thereby obtaining a silver English lever watch, No. 86245— GEORGE WARD, alias MAR- TIN, age about 24, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fair, hair brown, slight light moustache, eyes ( sup- posed) brown, sty on right eyelid, left foot slightly deformed and turns outwards ; dress, black jacket and vest, cord breeches or trousers, white collar and front, light cap, black leather leggings, heavy lace boots. Was invalided from the Royal Horse Artillery about 2 years ago. Has been employed as a gardener ; native ol Eccles, Kent. May endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Richardson, Wiveliscombe. 51. — Bridgwater ( Borough). — For causing grievous bodily harm, 31st ult.— FREDERICK WILLIAM SHORT, age about 35, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion ( hair and moustache) dark, scar left leg; dress, dark double- breasted coat, dark trousers, black or blue peak cap. Stated he was an army pensioner. Plays a tin whistle in the streets. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Barnett, Bridg- water. STAFFORDSHIRE. 52.— Bilston ( County).— For larceny ( bailee)— JOHN COOPER, age 20, height 5 ft. 4 in., com- plexion fresh, hair light, eyes blue, first finger right hand deficient at first joint; dress, dark cloth jacket and vest, brown cloth trousers, collar and tie, dark cloth cap, lace boots. A native of Bradley, Bilston. Warrant issued. 58.— Bilston ( County).— For failing to appear to 4 summonses for using a barber's shop for the purpose of betting— GEORGE DEWICK, age 21, height 5 ft. 8 or 4 in., complexion fresh, full round face, hair and slight moustache dark brown ; dress, light tweed coat and vest, dark cloth trousers, dark cap. A hairdresser; native of Leicester. May be found in company of bookmakers at race meetings. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Walters, Bilston. 54.— Burslem ( County).— For fraud, on 1st January last— HERBERT STANNARD, age 85, heights ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache brown, eyes grey; dress, dark cloth suit, black hard hat, all much worn. Has been employed as a traveller and commission agent. Native of Leek. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Supt. Hill, Burslem. SUSSEX ( EAST). 55.— Brighton ( Borough).— For embezzlement — ROBERT MILLS GODDEN, age 46, height 6 ft. 1 in., complexion fair, hair dark brown, eyes blue, 2 upper front teeth missing, prominent nose, large ears, carries his head forward ; dress, dark blue suit, black hard felt hat. Had in his possession a brown cap, 1 black overcoat with velvet collar and an 4 THE POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, APRIL 29, 1898. old diagonal ditto. A carrier's manager ; native of Hastings. Absoonded 16th ult. Photograph can be seen on application. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Carter, Brighton. 56. — Eastbourne ( Borough).— For stealing, 5th inst.— a youth's safety bicycle, enamelled dark green, 26 in. wheels, Fleetwood tyre on front, new corrugated cover on back wheel, right hand back chain stay has been cut by crank, slightly raised handle bars, rubber handles, Perry's fittings, rat- trap pedals, tangent spokes, light brown saddle, " New Departure" bell, no brake, mudguard or footrest— a man, giving the name of WILLS, age about 80, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., slight build, complexion fair, full face, hair and rather heavy moustache light brown ; dress, black diagonal morning coat and vest, dark trousers, black hard felt hat, lace boots. Warrant issued. 57.— Eastbourne ( Borough).— For stealing, 14th inst.— a popular " Swift " roadster bicycle, 30 in. front wheel, with Dunlop tyre, new rim, 28 in. back single tube tyre, flat handle bar, cork handles, No. 89113 on head clip cone, no brake or mudguards, Lamplough's saddle, rubber pedals, brass clip on down tube stamped " No. 10." A man, giving the name of GEORGE PALMER, age about 25, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., hair dark brown ( curl on forehead), clean shaved ; dress, blue serge suit and cap, cycling shoes. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Plumb, East- bourne. 58.— Hastings ( Borough).— For being concerned with a man in custody, charged with stealing bicycles— LEWIS WALLACE, age 20 to 23, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fresh, full round face, hair dark brown, clean shaved, very fat hands ; dress, black coat and double- breasted vest, brown tweed breeches, black hard felt hat, brown leather gaiters, lace boots. 59.— Hastings ( Borough).— For deserting his wife and family, leaving them chargeable to the Hastings Union— FREDERICK FEIST, age 35 or 36, height about 5 ft. 9 in., stout build, complexion fresh, full face, hair dark brown, eyes grey. A fly driver; native of Hastings. Wan- ant issued. 60.— Hastings ( Borough). — For embezzling £ 6 6s. 8d.— GEORGE MEDHURST, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion dark, hair, beard, whiskers, and moustache ( rather lighter than beard) brown, eyes blue ; dress, short dark jacket and vest, dark cord trousers, tweed peak cap. A labourer. May be found at markets or fairs. Warrant issued. 61.— Hastings ( Borough).— For stealing, 12th inst., an " Armstrong " bicycle, by Armstrong & Co., Newcastle, 20- in. front wheel, 28- in. back, " Dunlop " tyres, straight handle bars, rubber pedals, enamelled black, cranks and pedals of a different pattern— JOHN HOLMAN ( supposed false), age 19 or 20, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion dark, thin features; dress, short dark jacket, light knickers, dark cloth peak cap. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Hastings. 62.— Hove ( Town). — For larceny — JOHN MARTIN, age 19, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., hair, slight moustache, and eyes dark, thick lips, prominent teeth; dress, brown mixture coat, brownish striped tweed trousers, brown cloth cap, lace boots. A porter, may be employed as a gardener or milkman. Native of Sussex. Warrant issued. Information to Major Teevan, Chief Constable, Hove. WORCESTERSHIRE. 63.— Malvern ( County).— For stealing, 13th ult., from his lodgings, a dark blue serge round jacket ( may have " Col. Heywood" on lining inside pocket), and vest; 1 pair dark brown plaid cloth trousers ; 1 white muffler, with red and black spots ; 1 dark cloth cap; 1 pair heavy nailed boots, tips on heels and toes; a youth's brown cloth overcoat— a man ( supposed FRANCIS DAVIS), a chimney sweep, age about 88, height about 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion dark, may be wearing a short stubby moustache, hair dark brown, eyes brown, rather long nose, burn mark ( supposed) inside right fore- arm, walks erect, is very plausible; dressed in the stolen clothing. Supposed a native of Bristol. May apply at master sweeps for employment. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Harrison, Malvern. YORKSHIRE ( EAST RIDING). 64.— Hull ( City).— For absconding with work- house clothing— JOHN DALBY, age 64, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion sallow, hair and moustache iron grey, stoops when walking; dress, brown jacket, dark grey cloth vest, brown cord trousers, Blucher boots, soft felt hat, all stamped H. W. 059; a black- smith ; native of Wakefield. Warrant issued. Information to Captain Gurney, Chief Constable, Hull. YORKSHIRE ( NORTH RIDING). 65.— Guisborough ( County). — For stealing, 3rd ult., 1 pair lady's brown lace boots, size 4, " M. Black " in ink on lining; 1 pair lady's lace boots, size 4, plum colour lining ; 1 pair boy's lace boots, size 2 ( all newly soled)— A MAN, age about 80, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache dark brown; dress, dark jacket and vest, cord trousers and cap. A WOMAN, age about 25, complexion fresh, thin features, hair dark brown; dress, dark bodice with bright buttons, black skirt, white apron, grey shawl and the stolen brown boots. Information to Supt. Clarkson, Guisborough. 66.— Northallerton ( County).— For obtaining, 21st Feb., 4 new shirts by false pretences— ROBERT LONGWORTH, age about 30, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion fair, full round face, hair light brown, small moustache light, end of one finger missing; dress, grey mixture jacket and vest, dark cloth trousers, blue tie, stand- up collar. A native of Blackburn, Lanes. He called upon a draper and produced a note, purporting to have been written by an hotel keeper, requesting that the shirts be supplied to bearer. Is wanted for a similar offence elsewhere. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Hutchinson, Northallerton. rTC- TTfVT^ T " rrr YORKSHIRE ( WEST RIDING). 67.— Barnslev( COMN<!/).— For assault, with intent to carnally know a girl age 8— JOHN HAWORTH or HOWARTH, alias HALL, age 51, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair ( turning grey, parted in centre) dark, eyes light blue ; dress, dark monkey jacket and vest, moleskin trousers, brown peak cap, white neckerchief, strong watertight boots. A navvy or miner. Native of Tibshelf or Castleton, Derbyshire. May be found on public works. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Kane, Court House, Barnsley. 68.— Pontefract ( County).— For stealing a black cloth coat and vest and a pair of kid gloves— THOMAS BARKER, age 42, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion sallow, hair dark, eyes dark brown. Warrant issued. 69.— Pontefract ( County).— For stealing, 81st ult., at South Kirkby, 1 pair strong nailed boots, size 8, 2 rows of nails round soles and heels; 1 pair light boots, size 9, square toes, wide welts; 1 pair dark grey trousers ( nearly new), cross pockets, band at back— GEORGE MOXON, age about 40, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair black, eyes ( small) dark, left arm deformed. A native of Bads worth. Warrant issued. 70. — Pontefract ( County). — For stealing ( bailee) a " Quadrant " roadster bicycle, straight han- dle bars plated, brake and mudguards, enamel right side of front mudguard scratched off, 80 in. front, 28 in. back wheel, 24 in. frame, black enamelled " Dunlop" tyres, rubber pedals, horn handles, bell, tool bag and ordinary saddle— a man, giving the name of JAMES HALL, age about 80, height 5 ft. 9 in., wearing a brown overcoat. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Whincup, Court House, Pontefract. 71.— Leeds ( City).— For failing to notify change of residence— Supervisee GEORGE PERKINS, alias JOHN HICKERSON and HICKSON, Office No. 45186, age 54, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes light grey, scar front left ear, outside right ankle, above left breast, left calf and below left knee, large scar centre forehead, mole below right breast, right wrist fractured, fleshy lump out- side left thigh. A native of Northampton. Sentenced at Northampton Sessions, 28th June, 1882, to 10 years penal servitude and 7 years police supervision for felony. W. I. 930. 72.— Leeds ( City).— For failing to report on liberation— Licence holder JOHN BROWN, alias JOHN BURKE, JAMES SWEENEY and JOHN WILSON, Office No. 861- 98, age 50, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion dark, hair iron grey, eyes grey, tattooed outside upper left arm, 3 women, cross flags and head front left forearm, elephant, woman, dog, crossed swords, crown and bracelet back left forearm, woman and Maltese cross back left hand, scar outside left forearm, woman on pedestal front right forearm, bust of woman front right forearm, woman, bracelet and snake back right forearm, crossed flags, crown and anchor back right hand, cross, heart, wreath, anchor and eight- pointed star on chest, face and back pock marked. A native of Dublin. Sentenced at Wake- field Sessions, 9th April, 1890, to 7 years penal servitude for larceny, and at Cambridge, 8rd Novem- ber, 1896, to 9 months hard labour and Licence revoked for larceny. Liberated on 2nd Licence, 21st ult., which expires 5th June, 1898. Q. 102. Information to Chief Constable Webb, Leeds. 73.— Sheffield ( City).— For obtaining £ 60 by false pretences— RICHARD THOMAS CpNWAY, an Irishman, age 28, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., com- plexion, hair and moustache dark, front teeth black ; dress, black coat and trousers, brown cord vest with blue spots, black soft felt hat. A clerk or Insurance collector. Absconded 6th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Jackson, Sheffield. 74.— Wakefield ' City).— For obtaining potatoes by false pretences, 29th ult.— a man, giving the name of J. BOWEN, age 55, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion very pale, hair and thin whiskers white, sometimes clean shaved. He answers advertise- ments, representing that he is a dealer in a large way of business, and on obtaining goods disposes of them and decamps. Is accompanied by his wife, age 85 or 36, height 5 ft. 2 in., complexion fresh, round face, hair black; dress, black crepon dress, black cape, sailor hat. Both are addicted to drink. A specimen of handwriting may be seen on applica- tion. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Harris, Wakefield. 75.— Bamsley ( Borough).— For obtaining, 21st inst., an accordion, by false pretences— DAVID HINCHCLIFFE, age 23, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., complexion sallow ( dirty appearance), hair dark brown, slight moustache brown ; dress, dark check jacket and vest, dark cloth trousers, dark blue muffler, stand- up collar and front, bow tie, dark cloth cap with ventilators. Has been employed as a pit labourer. Supposed a native of Sheffield. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Turner, Town Hall, Barnsley. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 76.— p Division. — Remanded at Greenwich Police Court till 2nd prox. for stealing a tray of rings ( recovered) — NICHOLAS DELANEY ( supposed false), age 26, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fair, moustache light, hair and eyes brown, scar from abscess right side of neck; dress, black frieze over- coat, black diagonal cloth jacket and vest, dark cloth trousers and cap. States he is a ship's steward. P Division. — Remanded at Lambeth Police Court till 3rd prox. for obtaining money by false pretences— FREDERICK HENRY CLARK, expiree, office No. 2743- 96, age 53, height 5 ft. 2 in., complexion ruddy, hair and moustache grey, eyes blue, scar left side of neck, pock- pitted, large bunion on big toes; dress, black frock coat ( silk facings), dark tweed trousers, silk hat, patent leather boots. Same as described in Case No. 1, 20th November, 1896; No. 28, 23rd April, 1897; and No. 6, 1st inst. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. FRIDAY, AI- RIL 29, 1898. THE POLICE GAZETTE. 5 BERKSHIRE. 78.— Abingdon ( County).-^ Committed for trial at next Quarter Sessions for housebreaking— JOHN STYLES, age 43, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh, hair ( turning grey) and whiskers dark, eyes hazel; dress, old jacket suit, brown cap, navvy boots. A tramp. Information to Supt. Heath, Abingdon. ESSEX. 79.— Chelmsford ( County)'',^- Committed for trial at Essex Quarter Sessions, 18th prox., for lar- ceny — Expiree JOHN THORIIINGTON, alias WHEELER, JOACHIM, JONES and DU GRAY, Office No. 49087, age 53, height 5 ft. 5| in., com- plexion dark, hair dark brown ( turning grey), eyes orown, crossed flags, cross and indistinct marks on left forearm, ring left middle linger, ruptured and • wears a truss. Sentenced at Essex Quarter Sessions, 21st October, 1891, to 5 years penal servitude for larceny. Licenced 4th November, 1895, but failed to report at Thorpe, Essex. It is believed he has been convicted since his liberation on licence. R. 260. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Somerset, Chelmsford. HAMPSHIRE. 82.— Southampton ( Borough).— Committed for trial at next Hants Assizes for shopbreaking— ALFRED CARTER, alias WARD, age 16, height • 5 ft. 1J in., complexion sallow, hair dark brown, eyes hazel, 2 scars inside left shin, 1 inside left knee, inside right calf, on right knee, thigh, right side of forehead, and between eyebrows, brown mole outside right forearm, 3 warts left side neck, 1 right side, and 1 right armpit; dress, blue dungaree jacket, black vest, blue serge trousers, blue peak cap. A baker or ship's cook. States he is a native of Islington, London. Information to the Chief Constable, Southampton. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 85.— c Division.— Two large crates, " A. B." in black letters thereon, containing 74 lady's fancy silk blouses, colours various, " A. 13." on red tab inside collars. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BERKSHIRE. K6.— New Windsor ( Borough).— 13th inst., by- burglary — 4 small silver Bon- Bon dishes, plain centre, chased round edges ; 1 silver- gilt snuff box, photograph of Sir Walter Raleigh ( smoking) with negro throwing water over him on lid, " Farquarson " on bottom, and crest " Lion holding a dagger" in- side ; a fine gilt lever carriage clock, No. 12009, white dial, Roman figures, strikes hours and half- hours and repeats hours on gong ; 1 dark grey over- coat, usual pockets. Information to Head Constable Armour, New Windsor. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 87.— Cheltenham ( County). — 18th inst.— 1 gold hunter watch, large size, heavy American cases, Swiss movements, strikes hours, half- hours, quarters and minutes, monogram " G. P." on right and " 1896" on left side of case, with gold chain, weight 4 ozs. large and small hall- marked links, African triple- faced crystal pendant, with English coat- of- arms, mounted in heavy gold frame, " G. Phelps, May 4th, 1895," thereon attached; 1 silver double- case watch, No. 18,526, gold hands, " Martin & Basket" engraved on inside case. Information to Supt. Hopkins, Cheltenham. HERTFORDSHIRE. 88.— Hatfield ( County).— 13th inst., by burglary — 1 opal ring ; 1 amethyst ditto ; 1 gold bracelet, set ruby, emerald, sapphire and small diamonds ( very old); 1 gold necklace, small points ; 2 ball and link pattern gold bracelets ; 1 gold locket; 1 gold albert watch chain with pendants ; 1 gold drop earring; 1 paste button brooch; 2 paste pins; 20 £ 5 notes, numbers bettveen 14301 and 14340, dated " Leeds, 11th March, ' 97, Beckett's Bank." Information to Supt. Reynolds, Hatfield. 89.— Watford ( Co ! « (<!/).— 15th inst., atMoorPark Races— 1 gold open- face keyless Geneva lever watch, No. 9321, 18 lines, engine- turned case, makers " Vieyres and Rifringan, 129, Regent Street;" 1 thick curb- pattern gold chain, 3 gold seals attached, 1st, coronet with letter " E " underneath, 2nd, swivel ( coat- of- arms on each side), 3rd, crest ( sheaves of wheat); 1 lady's silver English lever watch, No. 39,328, a gold chain, gold watch- key, ordinary key and small pencil on end, with swivel bloodstone each side set in gold, attached. Information to Supt. Wood, Watford. LANCASHIRE. 90.— Blackpool ( Borough). — 16th inst. — a " Timberlake" path- racer safety bicycle, No. 1347, If Dunlop patli- racing tyres, Westwood rims, B. S. A. fittings ( except gear wheel which is 3- claw inter- changeable), gear 74, 24 teeth on front chain wheel, nine on back, Reynolds' chain which fastens with two bolts, Brooks' B 11 saddle, drop handle bar, forward lug, ram's horn pattern, felt handles unfastened, transfer enamelled over, rat trap pedals, " Demon " lamp and detachable lamp bracket, fastened with wire, attached— by A MAN, age about 28, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion dark, stoops slightly ; dress, light suit and long overcoat. He represented himself as being connected with " Gay Brothers, general engineers, & c., 11, Parade, Dudley," several of whose cards were in his possession. Information to Chief Constable Derham, Black- pool. 91.— Salford ( Borough).— 11th inst., by house- breaking, at Pendleton— 1 old- fashioned plain gold bracelet, chased front, red stone in centre, clasp broken; 1 9- carat gold hollow open curb chain ditto, safety chain attached; 1 lady's gun- metal keyless watch, gold plate in centre of back, supposed No. 516 ; 1 lady's 9- carat gold albert, tassel as pendant; 1 9- carat gold neck chain, with cross attached about 17 inches long, old belcher pattern; 1 9- carat gold neck chain, small square link pattern, with very small gold cross attached ; 1 gold brooch, bar shape, pearl in centre, brilliants at sides; 2 silver thimbles. 92-— Salford ( Borough).— 18th inst., by shop- breaking— 1 lady's gold Geneva watch, No/ 96831, marked sv/-; 1 ditto, No. 260866, marked s s/-; 1 lady's gold keyless ditto, No. 239, marked s/ s v; 1 ditto, N o. 11077, marked s/ s/-; 1 ditto with gold dial, No. 117188, marked SE/-; 1 ditto, No. 66727, marked s/ x/- ; 1 ditto, No. 712, marked SP/-; 2 22- carat gold wedding rings, marked so/- x/-; 1 9- carat wedding ring, marked P/-; 1 18- carat snake ring with diamond eyes, marked S/ H/- ; 1 9- carat dress ring, get 5 rubies, marked p/- ; 1 9- carat ditto, heart shaped, set garnet, marked p/-; 2 9- carat ditto, red and white stones, marked u/ u; 2 9- carat ditto, fancy patterns ; 1 gold signet ring, N/- ; 1 gold toothpick; 1 pair 15- carat gold earrings, set rubies ; 1 gold bangle with 3 gold knobs ; 1 ditto with 2 gold knobs and heart; 1 gold horseshoe brooch ; 1 15- carat gold albert, twisted links; 1 9- carat ditto, long links ; 3 lady's gold alberta, fancy patterns ; 1 gent's 9- carat gold albert, square links— supposed by A MAN, age about 35, height 5 ft. 5 in., thick light brown moustache; wearing a fawn coloured dust coat, stand- up collar turned down at corners, black hard felt hat. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Salford. NORFOLK. £ 25 REWARD. 93.— East Dereham ( County).— During Sep- tember or November, 1897, at Colkirk— 1 diamond spray, divides ; 2 diamond stars, each containing 25 brilliants, and may also be set with 6 rose diamonds, weight of brilliants in the 2 stars about 5 carats ; 1 gold cross, about H in. long inlaid with green and red enamel. The above reward will be paid by Mr. L. De Bunsen, Colkirk House, Fakenham, for such infor- mation as will lead to the apprehension and convic- tion of the thief or thieves and recovery of the property or in proportion to that recovered. Information to Supt. Chambers, East Dereham. SUSSEX ( EAST). 94.— Lewes ( County).— 25th inst., by burglary — 2 razors ( one rough dark handle, the other white handle); also a quantity of tobacco ( in i- oz. packets) and cigars. Supposed by tramps. Information to Supt. Stevens, Lewes. 95.— Eastbourne ( Borough).— 16th inst. — a nearly new " Premier " bicycle " Model S No. 128,869" on frame under bottom bracket," 379 " on top of handle- bar, Dunlop tyres, 26 in. frame, 28 in. wheels, tangent spokes, straight handle- bars, cork handles, usual parts plated, chain on left side, rubber pedals, transfer on head " Premier Model ' S ' " thereon, " Premier" oil top tube, pneumatic saddle, has been torn and roughly stitched, " Silver King " lamp, bell and tool bag attached. 96.— Eastbourne 1Borough).— 18th inst. — a lady's model" H" " Premier' bicvcle, No. 357on top of handle bar, No. 127553 under frame, twisted tubes, up- turned handles, 23 in. curved frame, Dunlop tyres, nearly new, " Brooke's B. 85" saddle, bell, usual accessories and cyclometer attached.— Suspicion is attached to A MAN, age about 25, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., slight build; dress, dark blue jacket, grey trousers, black hard hat or cap. Information to Chief Constable Plumb, Eastbourne. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. 83.— Towcester [ County).— Committed for trial at Quarter Sessions, 30th June next, for house- breaking— JOHN COCHLIN, age 45, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair, whiskers and moustache brown, eyes grey, tattooed anchor, heart, cross and wreath inside right arm, dots back of left hand, scar both groins, cut scar left wrist, point of left thumb deficient, skin off knuckles right hand ; dress, old black coat, dark tweed coat, trousers and vest, old shoes and black soft felt hat. A tramp; states he is a native of New York. Information to Supt. Norman, Towcester. SUSSEX ( WEST). 84.— Worthing ( County).— Committed for trial at next Quarter Sessions for obtaining 10s. by false pretences— GEORGE RUTHEN, alias GEORGE WILSON, age 35, height 5 ft. 4| in. ( without shoes), complexion fair, oval face, hair light brown, eyes blue ; dress, blue jersey, brown trousers, cloth cap ( old). A fisherman; states he is a native of Pake- field, Lowestoft, and has been previously convicted of larceny at Norwich and Winchester in 1885 and 1886; for obtaining money by false pretences at Norwich, 1889; Yarmouth, 1891 and 1896; Scar- borough, 1893, and Lowestoft, 1894 ; and for assault on police at Rochester and London. Information to Supt. Bridger, Worthing. 80.— Latchingdon ( County).— Committed for trial at the Essex adjourned Quarter Sessions, Chelmsford, 18th prox., for housebreaking at Brad- well- on- Sea, 9th inst.— WILLIAM ELLIS, age 35, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes blue, fish tattooed inside left arm, anchor back left hand, ling on .3rd left finger, fox and tree inside right arm, anchor back right Land, dot on 3rd right finger ; dress, blue slop jacket, light moleskin vest and trousers, lace boots. A native of Inworth, Essex. 81.— Latchingdon ( County).— Committed for trial at the Essex adjourned Quarter Sessions, Chelmsford, 18th prox., for obtaining clothing and food by false pretences, at Mundon, during April, 1897— ALFRE D BRITTON, age 35, height 5ft. 9in., complexion fresh, hair ( turning grey) brown, eyes grey, scar on right knee, inside left ankle, and over right eye, small ronnd lump inside right leg. A native of Mundon. States he has served in the 3rd Hussars and 1st Battalion Northumberland Fusiliers, and was discharged in 1888. Supposed wanted elsewhere. Information to Supt. Halsey, Latchingdon. 6 T H E POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, APRIL 29, 1898. 97.— Hastings ( Borough).— 17th inst., from an hotel— a small black leather covered box, about 10 in. by 6 ill., containing a diamond necklace, com- posed of 1 string of diamonds set in silver; 1 gold diamond cluster brooch, set in silver ; 1 lady's small gold watch, white dial, black figures and hands, plain case ; 1 small gold curb pattern chain ; 1 small gold locket, green shamrock on front with diamond in centre; 2 gold studs, set turquoise; 1 plain gold cased wire bracelet, set dark Egyptian stone; 1 piece of coral with gold top, set turquoise; 1 gold safety pin brooch, set ruby surrounded with diamonds; 1 small gold antique fly- brooch, body composed of an opal, set ruby and diamonds ; 1 fancy green Egyptian stone brooch ; 1 silver charm, shape of a pig; 1 gold 5s. German coin ; 4 or 5 small plain silver wire bangles; 1 piece of ivory, shape of a human skull; 1 pair fancy blue links; 2 gold rings ( 1 with heart thereon set small pearls, other set blue stone); 1 gold antique cross, set garnets and pearls alternately on front, chased back; 1 gold half- moon brooch, set paste diamonds; 1 small gold coin " Carlsbad'' thereon ; 1 imitation silver trinket, shape of a cup " Carlsbad " thereon ; 1 fancy muff chain, blue beads' at intervals; 1 gold seal, shape of dog and kennel' set dark stone. Information to the Chief Constable, Hastings. PROPERTY FOUND IN POSSESSION OF PRISONERS. HAMPSHIRE. 98.— Alton ( County).— Umbrella, Case No. 57, 15th inst., identified. STAFFORDSHIRE. 99.— Burslem ( County).— Found in possession of a prisoner and supposed stolen prior to 20th August, 1897, a lady's silver Geneva watch, No. 81379, chased back, rather old make, and a diamond scarf pin, open work, plain centre. Information to Chief Supt. Hill, Burslem. PERSONS or BODIES FOUND. ANIMALS, & c., STOLEN. 104.— Devonshire, Tiverton ( Borough) — WILLIAM BARKER, Case 33, 15th inst., and property recovered. 105. — Haddingtonshire, Haddington ( Conntg).— JOHN McKAY, Case No. 19, 22nd inst. 106.— Lancashire, Leigh ( County).— PAT- RICK COHEN, Case No. 28, 24th September last, and sentenced to 4 months imprisonment. 107.— Lancashire, Blackpool ( Borough).— ELIZABETH CLARKE, Case No. 27, 22nd inst., and property recovered. 108. — Nottinghamshire, Mansfield ( County).— ALEXANDER GRAHAM, alias STE- WART, Case No. 27, 1st inst. 109.- Oxfordshire, Henley ( County).— JAMES TURNER, Case No. 39, 28th August, 1896. 110.— Sussex ( West), Worthing ( County).— THOMAS YOUNG, Case No. 47, 22nd inst., and property recovered. NOTTINGHAMSHIRE. 100.— Newark ( Borough).— 25th inst, in the River Trent, the body of A ' WOMAN, length about 4 ft. 10 in.; dress, three- quarter black jacket trimmed with braid, brown bodice and corsets, striped flannel- ette singlet, red under- vest, dark grey ribbed worsted stockings, button boots. Brooch, set three imitation diamonds. Body much decomposed ; apparently in water about 5 months. Information to the Chief Constable, Newark. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 101.— P Division.— Between 12th and 19th inst., at East Dulwich— a black gelding, 13 hands, long mane and tail, " H" branded under mane, in good condition, recently shod. Value £ 10. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. APPREHENSIONS. LATEST INFORMATION. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 111.— D Division— 28th inst.— a Regent safety bicycle, brazeless joiiits, Palmer tyres, celluloid mud- guards, Lucas lamp, " No. 2310 " stamped on head, maker " Frigwell & Co., Brixton Hill"; also a Beeston Humber safety bicycle, rubber mudguards, minus cap- valve of back wheel, Miller's lamp with key fixing. chased back ; 4th, a lady's Geneva ( engraved back); 1 gent's gold signet ring, pink stone ( broken); 1 brass bar for " Primrose League Election, 1895," thereon ; 1 lady's silver neckchain, curb pattern. 115.— J Division— 26th inst.— 2 bicycles: 1st, a lady's safety, Welch non- slipping tyres, flat handle- bars, cork handles, white celluloid mounts, usual parts plated, painted black enamel, picked out yellow, leather and celluloid gear- case, " Premier Model G " stamped on head and gear- case; 2nd, a lady's safety, Welch non- slipping tyres, flat handle- bar, cork handles, jpink celluloid mounts, usual parts plated, painted black enamel, " Premier Model H " stamped on head. 116.— N Division— 9th inst.— 1 lady's gold Geneva watch, " AMY " scratched inside case ; 1 gold locket, " S. B. M." outside and photograph of a lady inside; 1 silVer ditto, two buckled straps across ; 1 large gold brooch, fluted, set garnets, 2 small chains attached, glass back; 1 small gold ditto, two birds set in pearls; 2 silver ditto ( one gondola the other crescent shape); 1 lady's gold ring, horseshoe pat- tern, set 5 diamonds and 4 rubies ( 2 rubies deficient); 1 ditto, set pearls and diamonds ; 1 gentleman's gold ditto, set heart shaped emerald and 2 diamonds; 2 chased silver bangles, several Egyptian coin9 and Geo. III. sixpence attached ; 1 old- fashioned silver link chain, plain silver cross attached ; 1 silver neck- let, curb pattern ; 1 pair gold solitaires, raised horse- shoe, " F. M. L." thereon ; 1 white linen nightdress case, thistles wrought in mauve silk thereon; 1 pink linen bag, " Lined " wrought in old gold silks there- on ; 1 brown tin box, length 18 in., width and depth 12 ins. 117.— Y Division.— 27th inst., by housebreak- ing— 1 gold horsetehoe brooch ; 1 gent's silver lever watch ; 3 gent's alberts ( 1 gold, drag pattern, com- pass attached; 1 ditto, secret link pattern; 1 silver fetter link, silver pen and pencil- case and cigar- cutter attached); 5 sets of gold studs ( 1 set of garter pattern, 1 ditto plain round pattern, 1 ditto set car- buncle, 1 ditto coral snake thereon, 1 set malachite, silver ivy leaf thereon) ; 1 pair gold sleeve links, plain pattern; 5 scarf pins ( 1 gold horseshoe, set nine garnets ; 1 gold horseshoe ditto ; 1 gold, Roman cameo ( man's head) thereon ; 1 American gold dollar ditto ; 1 gold, set with brown stone ; 1 black leather purse, containing about £ 17 gold and silver. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. 102.— Metropolitan Police District, L Division.— ADA GREEN, Case No. 75, 8th inst. 103.— City of London. — ALEXANDER CAMPBELL, Case No. 3, 8th inst. 112.— G Division.— 26th inst., by warehouse- breaking— 1 silver tea- pot, fluted pattern, black wood handle ; 2 small coffee- pots ( 1 black handle, fluted pattern, with shield on one side ; 1 plain pattern, stock No. 12, both about 7 in. high); 2 silver tea caddies ( 1 round twisted flute pattern, stock No. 2134 ; 1 oval fluted pattern, stock No. 627, two ring handles); 1 sugar basin, fluted pattern; 3 cream jugs ( 1 small fluted pattern, 2 helmet pattern, stock Nos. 5 and 2130i; 1 salt- cellar, boat shape, pierced pattern, blue glass liner and 2 rings at ends, stock No. 522 ; 2 wire pattern toast racks, stock Nos. 7 and 709 ; 1 flower vase about 7 in. high, pierced pattern, white glass liner, stock No. 2 ; 1 small Irish pattern cup, stock No. 3170, weight about 7 ozs. ; 1 wreath pattern candlestick, 4£ in. high, stock No 1 x 30; all above are new solid silver, stamped " C. B." before and " B." in old English after Hall- mark, all stock Nos. scratched underneath ; 30 old English pattern dessertspoons; 12 rat tail pattern tea spoons; 24 ditto fiddle, and 24 ditto beaded pattern; 18 table forks, King's pattern ( all above are unfinished solid silver in rough state, marked " C. B." before and " 15." in old English after hall mark); 2 teapot bodies, Queen Anne pattern, without covers; 4 tea- pot lids; 1 Irish pattern cup, body and handle ; 1 cup, body, foot and cover, fluted pattern ( all above are solid silver, unfinished and unmarked); 2 leather handbags, worn ( 1 brown, 1 black); and 166 ounces of silver cuttings. 113.— J Division.— 24th inst. by shopbreaking — 2 bicycles: 1st, a safety, Seddon double tube pneumatic tyres ( red), flat handle- bar, blue felt handles, tortoiseshell mounts, Brampton chain, usual parts plated, painted black enamel, Monti C'hristo transfer on head ; 2nd, a pneumatic safety, Dunlop tyres, diamond frame, B. S. A. fittings, Presto gear- case, flat handle- bar, felt handles, usual parts plated, painted black enamel, Queen of Diamonds transfer on head. 114.— J Division.— 26th inst. by housebreaking — 4 silver watches ( 1st a gent's English lever, maker " Attwell, Romford," on works; 2nd, a, gent's Geneva, maker " Ellicott " on works and face ; 3rd, a lady's Geneva, maker " G. Sorrell" on works, APPREHENSIONS. 118.— Metropolitan Police District, P Division.— FRANK MATTHEWS, Case No. 33, 22nd inst. LOST. £ 20 REWARD. During March, from Stanley, Bridgnorth, a red Irish terrier dog, cropped ears, answers to the name of " Bob." It is possible that this dog may have been mm obtained possession of for stud purposes or for exportation. The above reward will be paid by Sir Raymond Tyrwhitt Wilson, Stanley, Bridgnorth, for such in- formation as will lead to the recovery of the dog. Information to Supt. Walters, Bridgnorth, Salop. 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