PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, JULY 22, 1898. VOL. XV., No. 1520 REQULATIONS. 1. All announcements for insertion in the POLICE GAZETTE, and all communications relating to them, should be addressed to THE EDITOU 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. 4. In all cases where a reward is offered, the name and address of some person responsible for the payment must be given, and the exact conditions must be clearly stated. 6. Portraits of persons whose apprehension is sought for serious offences, and engravings of stolen property will be inserted at a cost of 15s. per portrait, and of Is. 6d. per photo- graph or sketch of a stolen article. 5. Every announcement, if for the apprehension of a person, must be guaranteed by the signature of an officer of not less rank than Superintendent; and, if the name of such person is y 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 lest 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. In all cases the officer signing the request for the insertion of any announcement will be wholly responsible for any proceedirujs 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, and accompanied 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. 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 Gotland 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). ASTORIA, —, 52, Maida Vale, London, Dealer in Dogs. ( P. G., No. 1510, June 17th, 1898). CARVER, alias R. B. HAYDON, J. V. WOODS, G. S. VANNER. G. WINGFIELD, & c., frauds on dressmakers. ( P. G., No. 1518, July 15th, 1898). CIRCULAR ADVERTISING CO. ( P. G., No. 1442, October 22, 1897.) DENNIS & HILL, GUESSING COMPETITION. ( P. G., No. 1456, December 10, 1897.) EMIGRANTS' INFORMATION OFFICE, warning by, as to misleading advertisements inserted in Provincial Newspapers. ( P. G. No. 1468, January 21st, 1898). GOODE, ERNEST, 184, Oxford Street. ( P. G., No. 1456, December 10, 1897.) JACKSON, W. R., Gunsmith, 8, Park Avenue Road, Tottenham ( P. G., No. 1472, February 4, 1898.) JOHNSON & CO., " HOME EMPLOYMENT." ( P. G., No. 1458, December 17, 1897.) MAY, GARLAND & Co., 18, Carburton Street, London, W. ( P. G., No. 1502, May 20th, 1898.) 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). S2LMES, ROBERT, Gamekeeper, & 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., 18, Rosebery Avenue, E. C. ( P. G., No. 1478, February 25th, 1898). APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 1.— G Division.— For embezzling £ 3 15s., 14th April last— FREDERICK GREEN, age 22 to 26, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fair, hair light brown, peculiar expression in eyes. A butcher's salesman; native of London. May seek employment as a journeyman butcher. Warrant issued. 2.— K Division. — For obtaining £ 5 by a worthless cheque on the London & County Bank, Westminster Bridge Road Branch, 14th ult.— CHARLES BAYER, age 40, height 5 ft. 6 in., com- plexion fair, hair brown, eyes blue ; dress, black diagonal morning suit, black hard felt hat. A jam manufacturer. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BERKSHIRE. 3.— Windsor ( Borough). — For stealing, 14th inst., a gold cable necklet, brilliant heart- shaped pendant attached; 1 very old moonstone brooch, shape of true lover's knot, set in filigree gold ( pin missing); 1 single row of small pearls, a few pearls larger than the others; 1 horseshoe pin, set brilliants; 1 imitation gold bar brooch with opal heart in centre, studded round with tur- quoise— TWO MEN, 1st, age about 27, height 5 ft. 7 in., slight build, complexion sallow, hair and moustache dark ; dress, black jacket suit, black hard felt hat. 2nd, age about 27, height 5 ft. 7 in., slight build, hair and moustache dark ; dress, dark brown suit, black Alpine hat. Information to Head Constable Armour, Windsor. CARNARVONSHIRE. 4.— Conway ( County).— For obtaining money by false pretences— ARTHUR EVANS, age about 40, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion florid, hair light brown, heavy moustache light, grey patch of hair on left temple, of good address ; dress, brown jacket suit, white straw hat with red band, carried a cherry wood stick, crook handle, silver mounted, silver band with inscription " Presented by the Staff, June, 1897, to Arthur Goodliffe" thereon. He called at a Ladies' College and wanted to make arrangements for the education of two girls of whom he was the guardian ; obtained from the Principal a blank cheque on the National Provincial Bank of England, stating he had an account at Bath, filled it in for the amount of £ 5 which he cashed at an hotel the next day. Stated that he was a civil engineer and gave an address at Montague Place, Russell Square, London. Supposed identical with man, Case No. 57, 15th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Rees, Conway. CHESHIRE. 5.— Macclesfield ( County).— For sheep steal- ing, 4th inst., at Rainow ( recovered)— WILLIAM, alias HAROLD HILL and WILLIAM GARDENER, age 22, height 5 ft. 10 or 11 in., complexion fresh, round features, hair and eyes dark, left thumb and tip of left first finger deficient I leans forward when walking; dress, black cloth jacket and vest, grey trousers, bow tie, black hard felt hat, lace boots. Carries a tortoiseshell carved walking stick. A native of Rainow, near Macclesfield. May seek employment as a tram conductor, or may endeavour to go to Australia. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Downes, County Police Office, Macclesfield. CUMBERLAND. 6.— Workington ( County). — For abandoning a male child, age about 7 months, complexion fair, hair light brown, eyes dark blue; wearing 2 white flannel rollers ( one nearly new), flannelette chemise, flannel barra- coat, blue flannelette gown and red woollen cap— A WOMAN, age about 30, medium height, complexion fresh, high cheek bones, hair dark ; dress, close fitting dark jacket, black dress, blue and white striped underskirt, black round hat with broad brim, trimmed red feathers, brown or black veil, low shoes. Information to Supt. Hope, Workington. DEVONSHIRE. 7.— Totnes ( County). — For inflicting bodily harm— WILLIAM FARWELL INDO, alias TOR- QUAY BILLY, age 45, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., hair ( bald on top) dark brown, beard and moustache light brown, turning grey; dress, long dark coat and vest, cord trousers, bowler hat, lace boots; a tramping umbrella mender ; native of Torquay. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Ryall, Totnes. DORSETSHIRE. 8. — Shaftesbury ( County). — For deserting their wives and families, leaving them chargeable to the Shaftesbury Union — WILLIAM KIMBER, age 35, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, long moustache brown, eyes grey; dancing Scotch woman, flags and bracelet tattooed on arms, rings on fingers; a labourer or painter; native of Shaftesbury. Has served in the South Wales Borderers.— CHARLES HARDIMAN, age 32, height 5 ft. 101 n., complexion fresh, hair and heavy moustache brown, eyes grey, 2 rings tattooed left little finger; a plasterer; native of Iwerne Minster. Warrants issued. Information to Supt. Elford, Shaftesbury. 2 THE POLICE GAZETTE. TUESDAY, JULY 19, 1898. DURHAM. 9. — Houghton- le- Spring ( County). — For perjury, 80th ult.— WILLIAM HALL, age 28, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion sallow, hair ( parted in centre) light brown, slight moustache, eyes brown, slightly bow- legged, depression on one shin caused by a broken bone; dress, light tweed or dark jacket suit. JOSEPH BUCKLEY, age 48, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., slight build, complexion and hair dark, long drooping moustache, cast in one eye, gruff voice, walks slightly lame ; dress, black jacket and vest, light trousers patched at knees, black cap. Miners ; absconded 2nd inst. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Wilkinson, Houghton- le- Spring. ESSEX. 10.— Brentwood ( County).— For embezzling £ 2 4s. lid., 7th ult., at Havering— HENRY BELL, age 40, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fresh, hair and small moustache dark brown, eyes blue, left thumb deformed; dress, dark coat, dark speckled trousers, lace boots nearly new. A milkman ; was formerly in the employ of a dairyman at Harringay, London. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Allen, Brentwood. GLAMORGANSHIRE. 11.— Bridgend yCounty).— For stealing £ 50— WILLIAM HUGH CLATWORTHY, late Sub- Post- master, Porthcawl, age about 27 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, whiskers cut short to a point, eyes full and bloodshot, shows signs of heavy drinking, nervous manner and twirls his moustache when spoken to, slovenly gait; dress, when last seen, dark brown jacket and vest, light trousers, lace boots. Absconded 5th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Inspector Thomas, Bridgend. 12.— Cardiff ( Borough).— For stealing a watch ( recovered)— HENRY WEEKS, alias WILLIAM FRANCIS, age 85, height 5 ft. 9 in., slight build, complexion dark, oval face, hair and eyebrows dark, moustache brown, eyes dark, red nose ; dress, when last seen, dark blue suit ( much worn), white straw hat. A clockmaker; native of Ryde, Isle of Wight. May have in his possession a double case patent duplex chronometer balance watch, No. 03433, " maker, James McCabe, London," on dial, and " G. W. R. Davies, 1883," on inside case, which was handed to him to repair. Warrant issued. 13.— Cardiff ( Borough).— For stealing a donkey and cart ( recovered)— WILLIAM MANFIELD, alias ' GINGER BILL," age about 88, height 5 ft. 7 in., stout build, complexion ruddy, bloated face, hair ( cut short) reddish, usually clean shaved, broad forehead, large mouth; dress, usually double- breasted pea jacket, old moleskin trousers, black soft felt hat, muffler. A rag gatherer ; stays at common lodging houses. Warrant issued. Information to Head Constable McKenzie, Cardiff. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 14.— Cheltenham ( County).— For embezzle- ment— HARRY HALE, age 32, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, moustache sandy, eyes grey; dress, usually, blue serge suit, bowler hat; a carpenter and joiner; belongs to the Army Reserve. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hopkins, Cheltenham. HAMPSHIRE. 15.— Aldershot ( County).— For stealing ( bailee), 7th inst., £ 28— TIMOTHY QUINN, age 24, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair brown, clean shaved, eyes blue, scar left eyebrow, mole left side. A groom or coachman ; native of Clonmel, Tipperary. Had in his possession two or three suits of clothes and a brown leather Gladstone hand bag. May seek employment at hotels and livery stables. Left here 7th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hawkins, Aldershot. 16.— Alton ( County).-— For stealing 11 £ 5 Bank of England notes, Nos. C 76/ 09982 to 09940, and C 79/ 87748 and 4 ; and £ 45— ARCHIBALD FORD, age about 85, height 5 ft. 10 in., broad shoulders, weight about 14 stones, complexion fresh, hair ( frizzed) dark brown, eyes blue ; dress, grey tweed suit, white collar, red tie, black hard felt hat. Had in his possession 2 leather hand bags. A solicitor's clerk; formerly of Bury. Lancashire. Absconded 7th inst. May endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. James, Alton. 17.— Portsmouth ( Borough). — For stealing £ 15 Os. 9| d.— HENRY FRANCIS VICTOR BER- NARD, age 23, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion ruddy, hair dark brown, clean shaved, eyes grey, dots back of both hands, anchor and H B left arm ; dress, rough blue coat and vest, light trousers, white straw hat with black band, carried a portmanteau. Late an able seaman of H. M. S. Vernon. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Portsmouth. 18.— Southampton ( Borough).— For stealing a watch ( recovered)— A MAN, age about 22, height 5 ft. 1H in., square build, complexion fresh, hair ( tuft in front) dark brown; dress, dark mixture jacket, broad check plaid vest and trousers, black soft felt hat, brown boots, earries a crook handle walking stick. He engages apartments, stating he is a booking clerk, commits a larceny and absconds the following morning. 19.— Southampton ( Borough).— For stealing 1 ingot of tin and 2 mats ( recovered)— WALTER JAMES PAINTER, age 28 to 30, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fair, hair and small moustache light; dress ( when last seen), black suit, black hard felt hat, carried a coat on his arm. A foreman plumber; has been in the employ of the Union Steamship Company for a number of years. Had in his possession a very old black portmanteau. Absconded 7th inst. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Southampton. KIRKCUDBRIGHTSHIRE. 20.— Kirkcudbright ( County). — For fraud, 29th ult., at Dalbeattie— A MAN, age 35 to 40, height about 5 ft. 9 in., complexion reddish, hair and moustache light, English accent; dress, brownish tweed knicker suit and cap. He obtained £ 7 10s. 6d. by a worthless cheque on the Bank of Scotland at Annan, payable to Edwin Arunold Jenkins, drawn by E. 0, Critchley. Is believed identical with a man who presented a similar cheque on the 2nd inst. at Lame. Warrant issued. Information the Chief Constable of Kirkcudbright- shire, Kirkcudbright. LANCASHIRE. 21.— Chorley ( County).— For embezzling £ 73— RICHARD RIGBY, age 29, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, moustache dark sandy; dress, black jacket and vest ( nearly new), dark striped cloth trousers, light cap. A cotton packer. Is fond of betting. He left here 11th inst. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Supt. Norris, Chorley. 22.— Kirkham ( County).— For stealing £ 2, 6th inst.— FRANK BAXTER, age about 25, height 5 ft. 10 or 11 in., slight build, complexion fair, hair brown, slight light brown moustache, turned- up nose, consumptive appearance; dress, black jacket and trousers, grey cap, lace boots. A stableman. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Ormerod, Kirkham. 23.— Manchester ( City).— For embezzlement — JAMES TAYLOR, age 41, height 5 ft. 7 in., hair ( bald on top) curly, turning grey, walks with a swinging gait; dress, dark clothing, wears a gold curb chain, large links, and a gold ring set red stone. Warrant issued. Not to be apprehended out of the United Kingdom. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Smith, Manchester. 24.— Blackpool ( Borough).— For stealing tools ( recovered) — JOHN KENNEDY, age about 45, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache dark brown ( turning grey); wearing black coat and vest, white muffler, black felt hat, all much worn. Has the appearance of a tramp or station loafer. 25.— Blackpool ( Borough). — For embezzle- ment— DAVID EVANS, age about 30, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache light brown, turned up nose; dress, grey mixture jacket and vest, blue trousers and cap. A barman or waiter, native of Manchester. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Derham, Black- pool. 26,— Bootle ( Borough)— For stealing, 15th inst., a pneumatic safety bicycle, enamelled black, 28- in. frame, level handle- bar, cork handles, Warwick tyre on front wheel, corrugated tyre on back wheel, 28- in. wheels, tangent spokes, rubber pedals, block chain, no brake or mudguards— JAMES SMITH ( supposed false), age 28 to 30, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair and slight moustache brown, speaks with Irish accent; dress, dark clothes, black hard felt hat. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Bootle. LEICESTERSHIRE. 27.— South Wigston ( County).— For obtaining food and lodgings by false pretences— HENRY BLAKE JENNINGS ( supposed false), age 29, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion sallow, hair dark brown, eyes grey, large scar over right eyebrow, large varicose veins from corner of left eye upwards ; dress, rough black coat, jacket and vest, black trousers, dark grey cap, old side spring boots, black tie with white spots. Is usually smoking cigarettes. FLORENCE JEN- NINGS ( supposed false), age 27, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion pale, hair black, eyes brown ; dress, black and white stripe blouse, dark grey mixture jacket and skirt, white straw hat with black band, low shoes, wears silver bangle and a plaited hair bracelet with gold clasp. They take lodgings representing that they have come for the benefit of the woman's health, and that she has recently been confined, and obtain wearing apparel, bicycles, & c., from the neighbouring tradesmen. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Ormiston, South Wigston. LINCOLNSHIRE. 28.— Boston ( Borow/ h).— For obtaining £ 9 10s. by a worthless cheque— TOM HARRY WARE, age 20, height 5 ft. 6 in., slight build, complexion sallow, hair light brown, eyes grey, thick upper lip. A native of Horncastle. May be found at race meetings or employed as pianist at a public house. Warrant issued. Information to Head Constable Wyse, Boston. 29.— Grantham ( Borough).— For stealing, 11th inst., a " New Rock" safety bicycle, 26 in. frame, 28 in. wheels, clipper tyres, rat- trap pedals, cork handles, " Albion" saddle, mudguards and brake, usual parts plated-- EDWARD ERNEST LONG, age about 25, height 5 ft. 10 in.; dress, grey suit, black felt hat, wearing glasses. He obtained the machine stating he was employed at the Post Office and desired to show it to the Postmaster before making the purchase. He subsequently offered it in pledge, producing a fictitious receipt. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Jones, Grantham. MONTGOMERYSHIRE. £ 1 REWARD. 30.— Newtown ( County).— For deserting his wife and family— THOMAS REES, aee 40, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair, whiskers and eyes brown, scar over right eye, walks erect. A carpenter and joiner. Native of Cardigan- shire. Usually wears a white apron. Has been in the army. The above reward will be paid by the Guardians of the Newtown and Llanidloes Union for such informa- tion as wdl lead to the arrest of Rees. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Hughes, Newtown. 31.— Risca ( County).— For embezzling about £ 150— CHARLES NICHOLAS, age 25, height 5 ft. 7 in., slight build, complexion sallow, hair black, clean shaved, large mouth, false front teeth. Of good appearance ; late assistant secretary to the Abercarn Public Hall Company, Limited. Is fond of card playing. Was seen at Paddington railway station on 28th ult. May be found at small hotels or boarding houses. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Parry, Risca. NORFOLK. 32.— Norwich ( City).— For embezzling £ D 15s., between 25th March and 31st December, 1897— CHARLES NATHANIEL SALES, age 42 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 7 in., slight build, complexion sallow, hair, beard and moustache ( turning grey) dark, wears an eyeglass when reading; dress, dark suit, black or grey soft felt hat or cloth cap, usually wears a gold curb chain with Maltese cross about an inch square attached. May seek employment as an engine driver ; native of Norwich. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Winch, Norwich. TUESDAY, JULY 19, 1898. THE POLICE GAZETTE. 3 PORTRAITS OF PERSONS WANTED. i METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 33.— T Division.— Woodcut portrait and de- scription of Expiree ROBERT HOLROYD GOAT, alias FRANK BARTON, Office No. 43280, age 29, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, clean shaved, hair brown, eyes blue, proportionate build, oval face, scar left temple, front left leg and 3 right knee; dress, when last seen, brovn tweed jacket suit, brown boots and brown Trilby hat, whose apprehension is sought for stealing, 29th ult., - lady's gold English lever watch, gold face, black figures, engraved back, long gold curb pattern chain attached; one gent's gold ring, initials " W. H. N." thereon ( has been repaired); one lady's ditto, buckle pattern; one black enamelled mourning ditto, oval shape, with glass back, hair inside ; one wedding ditto, piece of black enamel set small cross of pearls thereon ( one deficient) ; one ditto, set rubies and pearls, large pearl in centre, one silver bangle, gold washed, one silver bracelet, large links, curb pattern, gold washed. This man is a notorious boarding house thief, who engages apart- ments, asks to go upstairs to wash his hands and during the absence of occupiers steals whatever he can lay his hands upon. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. SUSSEX ( EAST). 34.— Hastings ( Borough).— Woodcut portrait and description of ARTHUR J. LEWES, alias ARTHUR EVANS and H. B. SOMERVILLE, whose apprehension is sought for obtaining money by false pretences and stealing a silver- mounted cherry wood walking stick, crook handle, " John Goodliff: presented by the employes of the George Yard, Huntingdon," thereon, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion florid, hair light brown, heavy ( drooping) moustache light, small grey patch of hair on left temple; of good address; dress, brown jacket suit with blue line in a material, white straw hat with red band, carried dark brown crook stick, silver cap on end of crook, chased. He calls on the Principals of Private Schools, to make arrange- ments for 2 girls— of whom he represents he is the guardian— to be received in the school. Having come to terms, he offers to pay the first half- year's expenses, produces a worthless cheque for more than the amount, receives the balance, and decamps. Is identical with Henry P. Sherrington, alias T. Bowen, Jones, Hugh Somerville, and H. B. Bowen, sentenced at Cheltenham, 4th November, 1897, to 3 months imprisonment for frequenting, after previous convictions for fraud at Dublin, Lampeter, Welshpool, Exeter and Reading. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Hastings. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. 35.— Oundle ( County).— For stealing £ 10 at Thrapston, 4th inst. — WALTER BIRCH or BURCH, age 28, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fair, hair and moustache light brown; dress, blue cloth jacket, blue knitted guernsey, dark eloth trousers, black scarf with gold pin, blue • oft cap, lace boots. May be wearing a gold ring with top for initials. A native of Sunderland. Hawks skins, carriage rugs, furs, cloth, & c. Has in his possession a pedlar's certificate in the above name; supposed issued at Cardiff. Warrant issued. 36.— Oundle ( County).— For pigeon stealing, 11th ult., at Raunds ( recovered) — BENJAMIN EGAN, age 28, height 5 ft. 6f in., complexion fresh, hair brown, thick sandy moustache, eyes grey, round mark on left arm; dress, dark brown cloth j^ ket and vest, trousers rather lighter, brown cloth cap, of smart appearance. A native of Northampton. Is a notorious poacher. Has been in the army. Photograph may be seen on application. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Phenix, Oundle, or Inspector Onan, Thrapston. 37.— Northampton ( Borough).— For failing to report— Supervisee JOHN GLOVER, alias GEORGE ANESS, JOHN ALBERT GLOVER and JOHN GROVES, Office No. 1994- 98, age 32, height 5 ft. 54 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes hazel, scar left forefinger, 3rd and 4th left fingers, right thumb, 2nd right finger, top right eyebrow, bridge of nose and two left thumb, 8 abscess scars on sides of neck and throat. A carpenter ; native of Birming- ham. Sentenced at Northampton Borough Quarter Sessions, 9th April, 1897, to 15 months hard labour and 2 years police supervision for larceny, and several previous convictions of larceny. Liberated 8th inst., left same day for Birmingham and has since left that city without reporting. 2624. Information to Chief Constable Mardlin, Northamp- ton. OXFORDSHIRE. 38.— Caversham ( County).— For stealing, 9th inst., from his lodgings at Maple Durham, a new black worsted fine ribbed jacket and vest, bound with narrow black braid ; 1 pair light boots, size 7, soles bradded, heels tipped, and toe caps— WALTER NORTHWAY, age 20, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., com- plexion freckled, hair brown, eyes blue, irregular front teeth; dress, new ( costermongers) suit, velvet collar, red braid round top of trousers, silk necker- chief, cloth cap. A native of Hampstead Norris, Berks. May have in his possession a small Water- bury watch, stolen the previous day. Warrant issued. Information to Inspector Hope, Caversham. PEMBROKESHIRE. 39.— Haverfordwest Castle ( County).— For failing to appear at Haverfordwest Assizes, 12th inst., for committing acts of gross indecency ( See Case No. 62, 22nd April last)— DANIEL JOHN DREW CODNER, age 46, height 6 ft. 1 in., complexion fair, hair dark brown, eyes hazel, stoops slightly. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Haverford- west Castle. SHROPSHIRE. 40.— Bridgnorth ( County). — For unlawfully wounding a police constable at Coalport, near Iron Bridge, 8th inst. — WILLIAM OWEN, alias BUNKERS, age about 48, height about 5 ft. 8 in., square build, complexion swarthy, broad features, rather high cheek bones, hair ( turning grey) dark brown, moustache brown ; dress, grey plaid jacket, brown cord trousers, black hard hat, strong lace boots. WILLIAM YORKE, age about 44, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, small side whiskers; dress, brown cloth jacket ( rather long), supposed brown cord trousers, black hard hat, strong lace boots. Both are notorious poachers and natives of Iron Bridge. May be found at low public houses. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Walters, Bridgnorth. 41.— Church Stretton ( County).— For fowl stealing, 25th ult., at the Mynde, Bucknell, ( recovered) — A MAN, age about 30, height 5 ft. 8 in., com- plexion fresh, hair light sandy, short side whiskers, I slouching gait, hangs his head down when walking; dress, brown drab slop, blue striped cloth trousers, dark round hat, strong lace boots. A labourer. Information to Supt. Elcock, Church Stretton. 42.— Wellington ( County).— For stealing, 28th ult., at Newport, 8 sheep ( recovered)— a MAN, age about 30, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., com- plexion dark or sallow, hair dark brown, mou- stache dark ; dress, dark skirted coat, dark trousers, white collar and tie, lace boots with wide soles. Hat the appearance of a dealer. Information to Chief Supt. Edwards, Wellington. SUSSEX ( EAST). 13.— Hastings ( Borough.).— For stealing, 29th ult., a bicycle, 27 in., B. S. A. frame, extra stay near bottom bracket, large G and J tyre on back wheel, jointless rim, 1J in. Scots standard tyre with large patch on front wheel, solid rim, flat handle bar and brake, rubber pedals— ROBERT H. GOLD ( supposed false), age about 21, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fair, sharp features, clean shaved; dress, fawn coloured jacket suit, white straw hat ( with black and red band), high collar. Of good appearance and address. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Hastings. SUSSEX ( WEST). 44.— Horsham ( County).— For obtaining £ 5 by a fictitious cheque on the London and County Bank, Kensington Branch— J. H. EVANS ( supposed false), age about 86, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion fair, hair light brown, moustache light, of good address; dress, grey mixture coat and vest, dark trousers, white straw hat. Is addicted to drink. Stated he was a solicitor. Has in his possession a cheque book containing about 15 unused cheques. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Byrne, Horsham. WARWICKSHIRE. 45.— Birmingham ( City).— For embezzling, on 15th April last, £ 16 16s. — ARTHUR UNDER- WOOD, age 42, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion sallow, hair brown, moustache light brown, eyes brown ; may be dressed in black frock coat, silk hat, or a brown reefer jacket and vest, light trousers, brown gaiters, straw hat. A cashier. Has been a furniture dealer at Hereford, Nottingham and Gloucester. Last heard of at Nottingham on 9th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Farndale, Bir- mingham. WORCESTERSHIRE. 46.— Worcester ( County).— For poaching and assault, 27th ult.— THOMAS CROSSBY, age about 40, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fresh, long features, hair dark sandy, moustache dark brown, scar left of face near eye ; dress, dark green plaid jacket and vest with dark barrel buttons, dark trousers, brown soft hat. Hawks skins, rugs, oil- cloth, & c., with two large vans ( one, nearly new, " Martha Smith, Leeds," thereon, the other dark green, " Peterborough " on name board), a dog cart with monogram " J B" on sides and back, and a coster's barrow. Has with him several horses and four dogs. May be found in the Midland Counties. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Wheeler, Worcester. YORKSHIRE ( EAST RIDING). 47.— Hull ( City).— For obtaining £ 1 by a worth- less cheque, No. T 36686, on the London and County Banking Company, Limited, Paddington Branch, 1, Connaught Street, Edgware Road, London— NIGEL VICTOR, or WOOLLONS, age 26 to 30, height 5 ft. 10 in., slight build, complexion dark, hair black, clean shaved, straight nose ; dress, long black frock coat, light cloth trousers, high silk hat. Represents himself as a comedian. May be found at theatres or music halls. Warrant issued. Information to Capt. Gurney, Chief Constable, Hull. 48.— Beverley ( Borough.)— For obtaining, 29th ult., various sums of money by false pretences— a woman, who gave the names of HENDERSON, BOURNE, WILSON and WOODALL, age about 42, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., rather stout build, com- plexion fresh, hair light brown, teeth apart in front, blue scar over right eyebrow ; dress, black dress front trimmed with frilled silk, sailor hat narrow band, blue canvas shoes. She took a large house, obtained small loans from the landlord and neigh- bouring tradesmen, afterwards absconding. Warrant issued. Information to Head Constable Knight, Guildhall, Beverley. 298 THE POLICE GAZETTE. TUESDAY, JULY 19, 1898. YORKSHIRE ( NORTH RIDING.) 49.— Guisborough ( County).— For stealing, 2n< l inst., a dark leather purse pocket- book and £ 4 lis.— CHARLES YEKSTIE, alias CHARLES CANIDA and SMITH, a Russian Pole, age about 26, height 5 ft. 10 in. to 6 ft., rather stout build, com- plexion fresh, hair light brown, slight light moustache, slightly round shouldered, small scar on left eye; dress, blue serge jacket and vest, light Dlue or lavender coloured plaid trousers, light fawn colour cap, lace boots. A metal carrier at iron works. Warrant issued. Information to Inspector Heald, Loftus, or Supt. Clarkson, Guisborough. YORKSHIRE ( WEST RIDING). 50.— Leeds ( City).— For obtaining food and lodgings by false pretences — GEORGE ARM- STRONG, alias H. G. HARVEY, CAPTAIN WAL- KER, DAWSON, WILSON, & c., age 55, height 5 ft. 9^ in., complexion fresh, hair ( bald on top) dark brown, eyes brown, small blue anchor back of left hand, scar right side of nose, D on left ribs, supposed flesh colour mole between eyes; dress, light check suit, also has a brown suit and fawn colour overcoat. Sentenced 14th June, 1897, at Worcester City Sessions to 12 months imprisonment for larceny ( lodger) as George Armstrong. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Webb, Leeds. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 51.— P Division.— Committed for trial at Maid- stone Quarter Sessions, 20th October, for fraud— ETHEL GORDON, alias MARY CAMERON, ETHEL WATSON, EDITH HARPER, MARIA WALLACE, ETHEL BELL, & c., a Scotchwoman, age 80 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 6 in., stout build, complexion fresh, hair ( turning grey) light brown, eyes hazel, scar inside left thumb, large feet with bunions, all upper and 5 lower teeth deficient, some- times wears false ones ; dress, black serge skirt and bodice, black lace bonnet and veil, side spring boots. She represents herself as an applicant for a situation as cook, nurse, parlourmaid or laundrymaid, and obtains money for train and cab fares. Supposed previously convicted. Photograph may be seen on application. 52. — P Division.— Committed for trial at Maid- stone Quarter Sessions, 20th October— FREDERICK EDGAR, alias ASHLEY, age 44, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache brown, eyes grey, 2 blue dots left forearm, several leech sears on chest; dress, light grey dust overcoat, brown tweed vest, light stripe trousers, stand- up collar, white straw hat. He represents himself as an agent for a local photographer or draper, and obtains orders from servant girls, with a deposit, for which he gives bogus printed receipts. Supposed previously convicted, and wanted elsewhere. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BEDFORDSHIRE. 53.— Luton ( County).— Committed for trial, at next Bedfordshire Quarter Sessions, for indecent assault on a young woman, at Stopsley, 7th inst.— WILLIAM HOLT, aliax SMITH, KAY, DESMOND, HATFIELD, TAYLOR and WALKER, age 29, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fresh, hair and mou- stache dark brown, eyes grey, W tattooed left fore- arm, scar below left elbow from stab. States that he is a native of Preston, and that he has been con- victed at Manchester Assizes, of shopbreaking; Preston Sessions, of housebreaking; Darwen, of larceny; Liverpool, of larceny; North London Sessions, of assault and damage in the name of Des- mond ; also that he is known at Preston Gaol as Holt, Smith, Mitchel and Ward; at Canterbury, Maidstone, St. Alban's and Lewes, as Smith; at Taunton, as Walter Kay; at Winchester, as William Taylor ; at Reading, as John Miles Walker ; at Pen- tonville, as Arthur Desmond ; and at Wandsworth as James Thomas Hatfield. He also states that he, with two others, committed a robbery at or near the Victoria Docks, over 12 months ago, that a policeman ( supposed a sergeant) stopped them, that they knocked him down and assaulted him and then threw him into the water. Information to Supt. Tydeman, Luton. ESSEX 54.— Brentwood ( County). — Committed for trial at next Essex Assizes for highway robbery with violence— JAMES MA1IONEY ( supposed false), age 29, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, small moustache light, eyes grey, scar across bridge of nose ; dress, dark cloth jacket and vest, dark cord trousers, dark cloth cap, old lace boots. JOHN BAKER ( supposed false), age 28, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, moustache light, eyes blue, L. S., bracelet and anchor right forearm, dots and marks lt forearm, scar right side of chin ; dress, speckled tweed coat, black vest, grey trousers, brown cap, old lace boots. MICHAEL HANLON ( supposed false), age 25, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, clean shaved, scar left side of forehead and face, 3 scars on head, blue dot right forearm, J. G. L. P. A. B., 2 marks and dots left forearm ; dress, black coat and vest, brown cord trousers, brown cap, old lace boots. Supposed natives of London, and to have been pre- viously convicted. 55.— Brentwood ( County). — Committed for trial at Essex Quarter Sessions, for larceny— JOHN SMITH ( supposed false), age 22, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion dark, hair dark brown, eyes grey, woman on right forearm, 8 dots left forearm, burn scar left wrist, scars left shin, varicose veins right leg; dress, old dark coat, grey vest, light trousers, white muffler, black hard hat, lace boots. A travelling tinker. States he belongs to Norwich. Supposed previously convicted at Woolwich, Rochester, and at the Central Criminal Court, in name of John Smith, alias Cornelius Jackson. Information to Supt. Allen, Brentwood. 56.— Southend- on- Sea ( County).— Committed for trial, at Quarter Sessions, for larceny— THOMAS WRIGHT, age 21, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair brown, slight moustache light, eyes blue, woman in red and black, crossed hands and heart, star and wreath on right forearm, wrist and hand ; heart, cross and anchor, cross " In memory of my mother" thereon, and rose left forearm, ring 3rd finger left hand ; dress, blue serge jacket suit, brown tweed cap, military shirt, socks and boots. A ship's coal trimmer. Information to Supt. Simmonds, Southend- on- Sea. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 57.— Gloucester ( County).— Remanded till 25th inst., for obtaining, 15th April last, by false pretences, a " Triumph " road racer safety bicycle, black enamel, dropped handle bars, rat- trap pedals, Dunlop tyres, back tyre rather worn and fits close in frame, silver plate on down tube, " H. J. Smith, Agent, Glou- cester," thereon, Brook's B 10 saddle, no brake, mudguards or lamp bracket ( not recovered)— LOUIS LUCAS or OSMOND ( supposed false), age 21 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 10 in. ( without boots), rather slight build, complexion sallow, hair ( thick) dark, eyes blue, wears glasses, leans slightly forward when walking, of smart appearance ; dress, dark mixture cloth suit, black hard felt hat wide brim, and shoes. States he is a publisher. Had in his possession a bicycle identical with one fraudulently obtained at Oxford on 13th inst. Supposed wanted elsewhere. 58.— Gloucester( Coimfy)— In custody for horse- stealing— FRANK TAYLOR, alias WILSON, age 53, height 6 ft., complexion fresh, hair ( turning grey) brown, eyes blue, scar on top and back of head, eye- brows and near left eye, two moles right cheek, mole right temple, below right ear, left thigh, back of neck, two on throat, one back of both forearms, scar first left finger, third left finger out of joint, scar right shin ; dress, grey cloth suit, blue muffler, black hard felt hat, heavy nailed boots. Has been travelling the country with a horse and cart attending horse fairs, accompanied by his son. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Philpott, Gloucester. HAMPSHIRE. 59.— Bournemouth ( County).— Remanded till 26th inst. for stealing £ 21 10s.— ALFRED MAYOR, age 27, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes blue, anchor tattooed back of left wrist. A barman. Native of Manchester. Supposed pre- viously convicted. Information to Supt. Foster, Bournemouth. WORCESTERSHIRE 60.— Malvern ( County).— Remanded till 25th inst., for stealing a suit of clothes — HENRY BROWN ( supposed false), Case No. 67, 15th inst., age 36, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh or sun- burnt, hair dark brown, clean shaved eyes grey, scar bridge of nose, small scar on both temples, wearing ( supposed stolen) a black diagonal jacket and vest, " A. G. S. Heycock " in ink on lining. States he is a native of Yorkley, near Lidney, Gloucestershire, and that he has been previously convicted of begging at Market Rasen, Grantham, Chepstow, Hereford and Pershore. Information to Supt. Harrison, Malvern. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 61.— v Division.— 14th inst.— 1 gent's gold ring, broken, set brown stone, flower thereon; 2 small gold lockets ( 1 plain, 1 blue enamelled, old fashioned); 1 gold brooch, hair therein ; 1 set sleeve links and studs, with brooch to match, set rough turquoise; 1 silver teapot, old fashioned, black handle, crest, " A Coronet" on side ; 4 silver salt cellars, shell pattern; 2 silver salt cellars, 2 silver pepper boxes and 1 silver mustard pot and spoon all to match ; 2 pairs silver nutcrackers ; 2 hair brushes, silver backs; 2 dozen knives ( 12 large, 12 small, ivory handles) ; 2 dozen forks ( 12 large, 12 small, ivory handles) ; dozen spoons ( 6 table, 12 dessert, 12 tea, ivory handles) ; 1 bread knife, ivory handle ; 4 knife rests; 2 sets carvers and forks, ivory handles; 2 sets poultry knives and forks, ivory handles; and 5 ladles ( 1 soup, 4 sauce), all with " B " thereon ; 1 dozen fruit knives and forks, pearl handles; 1 dozen fish knives and forks, ivory handles; 1 revolv- ing dish; 1 silver spoon and fork, in case, old fashioned ; 1 pair silver grape scissors ; 1 silver butter dish, shell pattern; 1 silver knife ; 1 plated sugar basin, sifter to match, beaded edge; 1 china sugar basin on silver stand, with sifter; 1 pair silver sugar tongs ; 1 fish slice and carver ; 6 silver spoons, with sugar tongs in case, Apostle pattern ; 2 silver serviette rings; 1 large fawn- coloured pig- skin Gladstone bag, " F. B." in black letters thereon. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BERKSHIRE. 62.— Clewer ( County).— 15th inst., by burglary — a gold lever watch bracelet, blue enamel face, sur- rounded with diamonds ; 1 chain bracelet, set with pearls, rubies, diamonds and emeralds; 1 turquoise bracelet, set 9 large turquoise, diamonds between ; 1 gold bangle, with gold and crystal locket containing photograph of a soldier in uniform ; 1 gold chain bracelet, with crystal pendant, surrounded with dia- monds containing a lucky spider; 1 pearl brooch, large pearl surrounded with diamonds ; 1 pearl and diamond brooch, 3 pearls and 2 diamonds on a bar ; 1 diamond brooch, double heart on safety pin ; 1 ring, large turquoise surrounded with diamonds; 1 ditto, large pearl surrounded with diamonds ; 1 single stone diamond ring; 1 brooch, miniature enamel surrounded with double row of turquoise, gold and turquoise chain and gold pencil with turquoise band attached; 1 pair diamond earrings with pear shaped pearl drops; 1 pair turquoise earrings surrounded with diamonds ; 1 gold hunter watch, silver face ; 1 small round dark blue enamel locket; 1 gold snake bracelet; 1 gold safety pin ; 1 gold thimble ; 1 tur- quoise fly; necklace of clear stone, cut topaz, & c.; 1 pair of lace pins ( turquoise and pearl butterflies)— by TWO MEN, one age about 30, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fair, thin face, hair and thick mous- tache dark ; dress, dark clothes, black soft hat. Information to the Chief Constable of Berkshire, Reading, or Supt. Borlase, Clewer, Windsor. CHESHIRE. £ 20 REWARD. 63.— Hazel Grove ( County). — 4th inst., at Poplar Grove, Bramhall — 1 lady's gold lever watch, maker's name James Jay, Essex Road, Islington, gold dial, chased back and bow; 1 gold muff chain, long link pattern, small rings be- tween, topaz set in rim of gold, and locket attached; 1 gold curb heavy bracelet, safety chain attached; 1 pearl and diamond ring, 3 large pearls crossed; 1 gold diamond ring, large stone and 3 rubies; 1 diamond ring, 3 large diamonds; 1 sapphire and diamond, Continental design, waved pattern; 1 emerald and diamond, Continental design, stones and bar, small stones round the edge. The above reward will be paid by Mr. Thomas Joseph Williams, Poplar Grove, Bramhall, to any person giving such information as will lead to the apprehension of the thief or thieves and recovery of the property, or in proportion to the amount recovered. Information to Supt. Oldham, Hazel Grove, Stockport. DEVONSHIRE. 64.— Barnstaple ( Borough). — 2nd inst. — 1 lady's silver consular Geneva watch, No. 69773 ; 1 gold brooch, round shape, rubies in centre and gold leaves outside; 1 gold brooch, part gone, scroll or ribbon pattern ; 1 gold mourning brooch ( oval), hair in centre under glass, back plain gold; 1 silver brooch, large size, blue enamelled ; 1 red stone brooch, set in gold ; 1 gold brooch, small, round, A. E. J. TUESDAY, JULY 19, 1898. THE POLICE GAZETTE. 5 engraved on front; 1 silver brooch, horseshoe pattern; 1 gold mourning scarf pin ; 2 gold shirt studs, blue stone settings ; 1 lady's gold hair ring, heart in centre; 1 ditto, hair missing; 1 lady's mourning ring, dia- mond in centre and pearls around; 1 gold wedding ring, keeper united ; 1 gold locket, oval shape ; 1 gold ring, set turquoise, one or two missing; 1 gold watch key; 1 silver brooch, horseshoe and ivy leaves; 1 ditto, bar shape with horseshoe. Information to Head Constable Eddy, Barnstaple. DORSETSHIRE. 65.— Weymouth ( Borough). — Between 12th and 14th inst.— 1 18- carat gold bangle, set diamonds in two bands, large diamond in centre, twisted ends ; 1 gold curb chain bangle, turquoise studs thereon, small bell or ball attached; 1 plain gold bangle, chain connection; 1 gold chain bracelet; 1 lady's 18- carat gold watch; 1 ditto chain ; 1 gold curb chain bracelet with two turquoise knobs ; 1 lady's gold emerald and diamond ring ( one emerald missing) ; 1 lady's gold ring, set turquoise, diamond in centre; 1 ditto, set pearl and garnet; 1 ditto single stone ruby ring ; 1 gold heart- shaped locket ( containing hair) set black and white stones, an 18- carat gold chain attached ; 1 18- carat gold brooch, set pearls, initials " E. H." on bar ; 1 18- carat gold stud, pearl in centre, star setting; 1 gold convertible pin, set crystals ; several white bone studs ; 1 green crocodile leather oblong purse ; 1 grey ditto square purse, con- taining a cheque on the London and Westminster Bank, Strand Branch, for £ 1 10s., payable to Miss Violet Bayly; 1 lady's gold keyless half- hunter watch, monogram " C. L. F." in red, white and blue enamel on back, maker, " Benson, London," set in plain gold bangle— Suspicion is attached to A MAN, age 45 to 50, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache ( cut close) dark ; dress, dark frock coat, and trousers. Carried a bundle in a red handkerchief and a Malacca cane with a silver band. Stated he came from Tipton, Staffordshire. Information to Chief Constable Eacock, Weymouth. DURHAM. 66.— Sunderland ( Borough).— Between 2nd and 8th inst.— 2 silver candlesticks, about 18 in. high, oval, tapered and small at base, slightly fluted; 1 silver- plated egg stand for 3 eggs ; 1 silver goblet, " Dum Vivimus vivanus" thereon; 1 silver fish knife and fork; 1 pair silver sugar tongs; 1 silver teapot, Queen Anne pattern, embossed shoulder; very old round sugar basin, and cream jug to match, fluted fancy work on each ; 6 small silver teaspoons ; 1 small silver fork, embossed letters " F. 0. H." thereon, in dark leather case. Information to Chief Constable Carter, Sunderland ESSEX. 67.— Brentwood ( County). — 18th inst., by housebreaking at Havering— 1 American stop watch, plain face; 1 imitation silver watch, " made in Sweden " on inside case ; 1 lady's gold buckle ring; 1 gold round brooch, " Mizpah " thereon ; 1 Jubilee shilling, hole therein; 1 dark green leather purse con- taining a Postal Order for 5s. and £ 10 5s. Information to Supt. Allen, Brentwood. GLAMORGANSHIRE. 68.— Neath ( County).— 9th inst., by burglary at Lower Sketty— 4 checked plated mugs; 1 silver heart; 1 silver Chinese puzzle, hall marked; 6 electro- plated table spoons, 6 ditto dessert, 2 ditto sauce ladles, 1 ditto gravy spoon, 4 ditto salt spoons, < 5 ditto large forks, 6 ditto small forks, 3 ditto tea spoons, 2 ditto egg spoons, 1 ditto mustard pot, all with crest, a dragon's head ; 6 electro- plated dessert knives ; 6 ditto forks ; 1 ditto butter knife ; 3 silver pepper casters ( 1 marked E. F. H., 1 with crest, a dragon's head) ; 1 silver salad spoon and fork with china handles ( broken). Information to Deputy Chief Constable Thomas, Neath. HAMPSHIRE. 69.— Aldershot ( County).— 6th and 7th inst., hy house breaking— 2 wedding rings ( much worn); 1 thin gold signet ring, set carbuncle; 1 serpent twisted gold brooch, set turquoise; 1 cornelian brooch, set in gold ; 1 Scotch silver ditto ; 1 small silver bracelet ; 1 Knight's and 1 Warden's badges, Primrose League, imitation gold; 1 pair gold earrings ( very old), blue enamel one side, plain gold the other, pearl in centre ; 1 small bangle, small gold chain and clasp attached ; 1 gold locket, owl shape, chased ivy leaves and ferns, small link gold chain about 18 in. long attached ; 1 gold wedding and 1 gold keeper ring, much worn. Information to Supt. Hawkins, Aldershot. KENT. 70.— Sittingbourne ( County).— 11th inst., by housebreaking at Hartlip— 1 lady's silver watch, flowers on outer case; 1 short double silver chain, acorn shape locket attached ; 1 gold long linked neck chain ; 3 silver brooches and earrings ( 1st, fern leaf pattern; 2nd, set small white stones; 3rd, in shape of heart); 1 brooch made of a Crimea war medal; 1 gold ditto, small knobs round edge; 1 ditto, lover's knot; 1 gold locket and chain; 1 gold " Mizpah" ring, has been repaired ; 1 gold keeper, flowered; 1 gold buckle ring, set 3 red stones j 1 gold dress ditto, stone missing; 1 ditto, set 4 pearls, small red stone in centre; 1 gold gipsy ring, set 3 or 4 green stones; 1 gent's old gold ring, hair worked in with wire, forming initials covered with glass ; 1 lady's gold and black enamel ring, " In remembrance of" thereon ; 1 hair ring, initials " F. M." in gold thereon ; 1 George III. 5s. piece, used as a brooch; 1 foreign coin brooch, knot shape; 1 small gold brooch, set green stones with white stone in centre ; 1 silver English lever watch, maker, " G. Gurr, Sussex," glass missing ; and a quantity of Jubilee coins— Supposed by TWO MEN, 1st, age about 28, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, moustache brown; dress, black morning coat, dark trousers, black soft hat, white tie. 2nd, age about 28, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., com- plexion pale, thin face, slight moustache; dress, black morning coat, dark trousers, stand- up collar, white tie, black hard hat. Information to Supt. Turner, Sittingbourne. 71. — Folkestone ( Borough).— Between Feb. last and the 16th ult.— a lady's gold " Dagmar " watch chain, pierced with stars ; 1 gold ring, em- bossed with Assyrian figures ; 1 pair of old- fashioned gold earrings, with detachable pendants ; 1 pair gold wheel- shaped earrings, bar tops; 1 gold mohur, ring attached ; 2 gold Indian " Star Pagoda " coins ; 1 gold Turkish coin ; 1 small gold twist necklet; 1 gold small- link albert chain; 1 small gold pencil case, by Mordan ; 1 antique gold open work seal holder ( stone deficient); 1 old- fashioned gold twist ring ( blemished); 1 gold ring, star setting ( pearl missing); about 36 old English silver coins. 2nd inst.— a silver keyless chronometer watch, " Dudly Ward" engraved on back, gold chain twisted pattern, small links set pearls, 1 George the II. 5- guinea piece, Jubilee threepenny piece, and pig trinket attached. Information to Supt. Taylor, Folkestone. SURREY. 72.— Oxted ( County).— 5th inst., by burglary, at Godstone— 1 diamond spray ( 1 stone missing) ; 1 diamond ring; 1 diamond and ruby ring; 1 pearl and diamond ring ; 1 gold snake ring, 1 diamond ; 2 gold brooches, small bird design ; 1 small blue and gold ditto ; 1 small gold [ pearl and arrow ditto ; 1 gold pencil case ; 1 gold Maltese cross ; 1 plain gold bracelet; 1 gold locket, initials " T. A."; 1 imi- tation pearl necklace; 1 imitation diamond brace- let ; 1 imitation diamond brooch, horseshoe shape ; 1 gold old fashioned watch, gold face ; 1 gold onyx pin; 1 gold foxhead pin ; 2 gold tie pins. Information to Supt. Brice, Oxted. SUSSEX ( EAST). 73. — Eastbourne ( Borough).— Between 13th and 14th inst.— a lady's silver Waltham half hunter watch, chased back, blue figures, a gold twisted chain with Jubilee sixpence, polished one side, initials " D. E. C." thereon, gold pencil case, gold whistle, silver compass, small charm key and a farthing with a hole through attached; a small wooden jewel box, containing a long gold chain, a gold locket, " forget- me- not " engraved thereon ; a brooch made of a rupee and an old- fashioned silver bracelet. 74.— Eastbourne ( Borough). — 30th ult.— a gold f - plate English lever watch, maker " Frodsham," No. 84888, open face, enamel dial with seconds, compensation balance, dome case, 10 or 12 size, private marks scratched slightly under the joint. 481S and 791S or 381S and 691S, with a gold albert ( fetter pattern) attached; 1 lady's old gold Geneva watch, gold dial, chased back ; 1 oval gold locket, chased, with scroll for initials, photo- graph of a lady and hair inside; 1 oval gold locket, dark blue enamel on one side, chased the other, gold neck chain, small link pattern, attached ; 1 small thick gold wedding ring; 1 lady's 18- carat gold buckle ring; 1 lady's 18- carat gold buckle ring, chased and place for hair; 1 lady's gold dress ring, chased, set 5 large opals, 3 small emeralds and 4 small amethysts in cluster; 1 lady's plain thin gold ring, set 1 coral; 1 gold arrow brooch, 15- carat, with horseshoe of pearls ; 1 lady's gold brooch, " Agnes " worked in wire ; 1 small gold pencil case, chased, ring at end ; 1 pair of 18- carat gold sleeve links, lozenge shape ; 1 5s. piece, supposed Charles II. ; 1 silver twopenny piece ; 3 fourpenny pieces and an old six- pence, with holes in them ; 1 Jubilee half- crown and 1 ditto four- shilling piece; 2 mites and a number of German, Spanish, Italian and American coins ; 1 old penny with " Robinson " stamped thereon— supposed by a MAN, age about 30, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., moustache brown ; dress, black jacket, grey trousers, grey cap. 75— Eastbourne ( Borough).— 13th inst.— 1 black leather jewel- case, about 8 in. long, 5 in. wide and in. deep, with tray, red velvet lining, con- taining 1 Jubilee sixpence and 6 pence in bronze, with a hole in each ; 1 pair gold pince- nez; 1 gold signet ring, set dark stone; 1 gold bangle, horseshoe in centre; 1 jet locket, has a hole through, bust of female thereon; 1 piece of steel watch guard, beaded pattern; 1 pair gold earrings; 1 dark green leather cigar case, " Major- General E. M. Gilbert Cooper, Percival House, Eastbourne, United Service Club,' on card inside; 1 silver fluted cigarette case; 1 meerschaum cigar holder, amber mouthpiece, in dark leather case. Information to Chief Constable Plumb, East- bourne. 76.— Hove ( Town).— 17th inst.— 1 very old silver watch, open face, chased back, supposed No. 70948 ; 1 long gold neck chain, very fine links, round chased gold locket attached; 1 silver watch chain, open curb pattern, with a Jubilee shilling, sixpence, fourpenny piece and silver tassel, and small silver bell attached; 1 silver necklace, filigree cross at- tached ; 1 long gold chain, very fine links, a gold locket, with bunch of roses engraved in centre, attached ; 1 gold chain necklace, small links, small gold cross attached ; 1 pearl necklace, single row; 1 large square white stone, set in a broad silver band, crest a bunch of thistles; 1 silver fruit knife, mother- o'- pearl handle, initials " M. A. G." thereon ; 1 silver fruit knife, mother- o'- pearl handle, initials " M. S." thereon, and a small penknife, 1 in. long; 1 very old gold buckle, 2 in. long; 1 black and gold cross; 1 plain silver pencil case; 1 gold locket, containing photographs; 1 gold locket, blue en- amelled striped band on one side, the other side chased; 1 silver flower holder, snake pattern; 1 gold open chain bracelet; 1 gold bracelet, bamboo pattern, with clasp; 1 narrow plain gold bracelet; 1 silver bracelet, with charms, small silver bell, shilling, sixpence and French coin; 2 Indian silver bangles; 1 gold bangle, ivy leaves engraved half way round; 1 bracelet consisting of 5 strings of pearls; 3 silver bangles, and 1 silver bracelet; 1 gold safety pin brooch, set six pearls ; 1 silver brooch, engraved; 1 sdver brooch, anchor shape; 1 long black enamel brooch, cluster of pearls in centre; 1 gold bar brooch, shape of a spray of ivy; 1 round black mosaic brooch, shape of a small temple; 1 mosaic flower brooch ; 1 small silver brooch, bird at each end ; 1 silver horseshoe brooch, set with pebbles ; 1 round silver brooch, size of a florin; 1 gold safety pin, 2 in. long; 1 gold ring, set one ruby and one pearl; 1 gold twisted chain ring; 1 old gold ring, set amythest and diamonds, two diamonds missing; 1 gold ring, heart in centre, initials " M. S." ; 1 gold twisted ring, loose plait pattern. Information to Major Teevan, Chief Constable, Hove. YORKSHIRE ( EAST RIDING). £ 2 REWARD. 77.— Hull ( Citg).— 14th inst.— a pneumatic safety bicycle, " Thompson's Road Racer," Dunlop Welch tyres, Westwood rims, Miller's fittings throughout, dropped handle bars, rat- trap pedals with toe clips, Thompson's transfer on head and down tube, 28- in. wheels, fitted with 3 dust caps ( various patterns), fancy chain wheel, tangent spokes, black enamelled, which is much scratched. Information to Capt. Gurney, Chief Constable, Hull, by whom the above reward will be paid to any person giving such information as will lead to the apprehension of the thief or thieves and the recovery of the bicycle. 78.— Hull ( City).— 14th inst.— a Crescent No. 11 pneumatic safety bicycle, " Road Racer, No. 397296 " on crown and bottom bracket, frame black enamelled, lined green, 28 in. wheels, Warwick tyres on West- wood rims, 6i in. cranks, 24 in. frame, geared at 70, upturned handle bars, cork handles with plated tips " ' Crescent' and a half moon " on both ends, rubber pedals, No. 120 S. S. saddle, padded top with coil spring, 3 or 4 ins. of enamel off back stay, weight 24 J lbs., chain wheels and flanges of hubs pierced with small hole, cyclometer on front wheel, bell, no mudguards or brake. Information to Captain Gurney, Chief Constable, Hull. RAILWAYS. £ 20 REWARD. 79.— Lancashire and Yorkshire Railway — 25th ult. from Blackburn railway station— a brown crocodile leather dressing case, nearly new, engraved silver fittings, ebony brushes, G. H. stamped on outside, containing: 1 large diamond star brooch 6 T H E POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, JULY 22, 1898. with spikes, No. 4800 scratched on back ; 1 diamond and turquoise fleur- de- lis brooch, No. 8121 scratched on back of mount; 1 turquoise and diamond bracelet, large turquoise in centre surrounded by diamonds, dia- monds on sides, No. 6675 scratched on or near snap ; 1 diamond and sapphire horseshoe bracelet, diamond and sapphire alternately in shoe, 8 large diamonds on each side; 1 large plain gold heart- shaped locket, having four places for miniature photographs, one contains a gentleman's and one two children's, printed on ivory, long gold chain and gold safety pin attached; 1 five stone diamond half- hoop ring ; 1 diamond and pearl ring, diamond in centre and pearl on each side ; 1 diamond and pearl heart- shaped ring, pearl in centre surrounded by diamonds; 1 silver spirit flask; 1 pink silk and muslin embroidered bodice and sash; 1 green and black chiffon evening bodice, green stripes, bead trimming, edged with green ribbon ; 1 black net toque hat with silver ornaments, lilac flowers, ribbon trimming, " Perrier Palm, Avenue l'Opera, Paris," stamped inside; 1 grey soft felt bat, makers, Porter or Proctor & Co., Strand, London ; 1 grey vest- coat, lined with red flannel, maker, Skipworth, Victoria Street, London ; 1 silk vest; 1 white satin case, gold and pink flowered work thereon, containing 2 dozen white linen handkerchiefs marked " Blanche" or initial " H," lady's toilet requisites. Information to Supt. Sharp, Victoria Station, Manchester, by whom the above reward will be paid to any person giving such information as will lead to the apprehension and conviction of the thief or thieves and recovery of the property, or in proportion to the amount recovered. PROPERTY RECOVERED. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 80. — Criminal Investigation Depart- ment-— Picture, Case No. 57, 8th inst. WILTSHIRE. 81.— Swindon ( County)— Bicycle, Case No. 65, 15th inst. RAILWAYS. 82.— Midland Railway.— Trunk, Case No. 99, 15th inst. PERSONS or BODIES FOUND. ESSEX. STIRLINGSHIRE. 86.— Stirling ( Burgh).— nth inst., the body of a newly- born MALE CHILD, wrapped in a copy of " Scotsman," dated 18th June, 1898, and brown paper, with a label addressed " Messrs. Walker & Co., drapers, Grangemouth, from Hunter, Barr & Co., Ltd., Glasgow, dated 6th May, 1898, per pass, train." Information to Chief Constable Ferguson, Stirling. ANIMALS, & c., STOLEN. LATEST INFORMATION. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 87.— K Division.— Since 6th inst. — a black Russian gelding pony, aged, 18 hands, very fat, white spot behind left ear, short tail, scar on top of ribs; a light close panel spring cart, painted green, 3 new felloes in near wheel unpainted, " John Diebel, 40, Ranle'gh Road, East Ham " on off side. 88.— N Division.— 17 inst.— a dark bay cob, about 14 hands, white heels, long mane, short tail, is exceptionally sensitive to any touch of his head, in good condition. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BEDFORDSHIRE. 89.— Biggleswade ( County).— 16th inst., at Sandy— a light bay mare, about ten years, 15 hands 2 in., dark mane and tail, black legs, one light hind foot, very fat; supposed by two men, first age about 28, height 5 feet 7 in., complexion dark, moustache black; dress, black jacket and vest, dark trousers, black felt hat, dark tie ; second, age about 22, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fair, clean shaved; dress, dark mixture jacket and vest, light trousers, spotted neckerchief, black hard felt hat. Accom- panied by 2 women, ages about 25, looked like sisters. Had in their possession an ordinary hawker's cart, low side- board, seat across, drawn by a horse too high for the cart, and a large lurcher dog. Information to Supt. Cain, Biggleswade. ANIMALS, & c., RECOVERED. 83.— S0Uthend- 0n- Sea ( County).— 16th inst., drowned, the body of a MAN, age about 45, length 5 ft. 9 in., stout build, complexion fresh, hair ( turning grey) dark brown, moustache and imperial light brown, eyes blue; dress, blue- grey morning suit, makers, " Greenaway & Sons, Forest Gate " on tab, white shirt, fastens behind, " D. Mushall" in ink on front, flannel undershirt, cotton pants, grey stockings, turn down collar, " Page " thereon ; blue bow tie, tan shoes. Found in pockets, a silver double case watch, gold long link chain, George IV. gold coin attached; a gold ring and half return ticket " Southend to Stepney," dated 16th July. Inquest adjourned till 25th inst. 84.— Southend- on- Sea ( Cowiiy).— Abandoned, a female child, age about 6 months, weighing about 5 lbs., hair brown, eyes dark brown, pale, dark red birthmark under first toe of left foot, appears very delicate ; dress, cream coca pelisse, with square silk collar, white cotton frock and petticoat, one twill and one pink and blue flannelette roller, white cotton shirt, white pinafore, bib, white cotton bonnet and net fall, white cotton socko, marked in red ink " No. 12 and 10," blue and v.' hitt, woollen shoes— by A WOMAN, age about 80, medium height, com- plexion pale, hair brown ; dress, blue skirt, red plaid blouse, speckled sailor hat. Was accompanied by a girl, age about 14, wearing green dress and woollen hat. Information to Supt. Simmonds, Southend- on- Sea. NOTTINGHAMSHIRE. 85.— Newark ( Borough).— 14th inst., in a ditch on London Road — the body of a fully- developed newly born MALE CHILD, supposed dead 2 or 3 days, wrapped in brown paper, a brown paper bag and a piece of the " Umpire" weekly newspaper. A verdict of " found dead" was returned at the inquest. Information to Chief Constable Challen, Newark. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 90.— E Division.— Mare, Harness and Trap, Case No. 100, 17th ult., and thieves arrested. MISCELLANEOUS. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 91,— Criminal Investigation Depart- ment.— Information is desired as to whether any- thing is known of a man, whose name is believed to be FOSTER, wanted for a violent assault on a game- keeper ( supposed in the provinces), about 10 years ago. It is stated that the man was detained for poaching by the gamekeeper, to whom he offered a bribe for his release, and, on its being refused, the gamekeeper was clubbed by Foster and left for dead. Foster was apparently followed by a detective, who is described as a " big " man, and had a peculiar twist of one foot when walking. If " Foster " is now wanted information can probably be given that will lead to his apprehension. Information to be forwarded to the Assistant Com- missioner, Criminal Investigation Department, New Scotland Yard, S. W. APPREHENSIONS. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. SUSSEX ( EAST.) 98.— East Grinstead ( County).— For felonious assault, 18th inst.— GEORGE HOLMWOOD, age 18, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., complexion sunburnt, hair brown, eyes grey, turns his toes in ; dress, grey mix- ture tweed suit, cloth cap, lace boots. A labourer, native of Forest Row. Warrant issued. 99.— EastGrinstead( C'oim « i/).— For assaulting his wife and ill- treating his child, 9th ult.— JOHN WILLIS, age 30, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., com- plexion fresh, hair dark brown, slight dark mous- tache, eyes grey, cut scar over right eye; dress, grey jacket and vest, brown cord trousers, blue neckerchief with white spots, cloth cap, heavy boots. A low horse dealer, native of St. John's, Sussex. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Relf, East Grinstead. WARWICKSHIRE. 100.— Birmingham ( City).— For embezzlement — ARTHUR W. PUGH, age 24, height 5 ft. 5 in., slight build, complexion sallow, hair dark brown, slight moustache, eyes ( sunken) dark, long face, looks ill; dress, blue serge suit, turndown collar, bow tie, black hard hat, patent leather boots. A solicitor's clerk ; native of Fenton, Staffordshire. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Chief Constable Farndale, Bir- mingham. PROPERTY STOLEN. SUSSEX ( EAST). 101.— Lewes ( County).— 18th inst. — a lady's plain 18- carat gold watch, plain dial, black hands and figures, ring worn, glass loose, " L. Martin" scratched outside, " Frank Willard " inside. Information to Supt. Stevens, Lewes. PERSONS or BODIES FOUND. 92.— Metropolitan Police District, P Division— JOSEPH SAVILLE, Case No. 5, 25th February last. 93.— Dorsetshire, Dorchester ( County).— WILLIAM SANDERS, Case No. 15, 21st January last. 94.— Hampshire, Winchester ( City).— WILLIAM FENNER, Case No. 25, 6th May last. 95.— Pembrokeshire, Haverfordwest Castle ( County). — BENJAMIN GRIFFITHS, Case No. 34, 24th September, 1897. 96.—" Wiltshire, Swindon ( County).— JOHN TINTON, Case No. 64, 15th inst., and committed for trial. 97.-- Yorkshire ( East Riding), Hull ( City) — FREDERICK WHITE, Case No. 70, 15th inst. SUSSEX ( EAST). 102. — Lewes ( County). — 16th inst., in the River Ouse, the body of a newly- born FEMALE CHILD, sewn up in an old flannel petticoat and an old coarse apron, apparently in the water about 3 weeks. Suspicion is attached to A WOMAN, who left the neighbourhood about 9 days since, age about 30, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion and hair dark; dress, short jacket and dress, sailor hat, heavy boots, works on farms. Was accompanied by A MAN, age about 30, height 5 ft. 9 in., slight build, sunburnt, hair dark; dress, light jacket, cord trousers, heavy boots. Information to Supt. Stevens, Lewes. APPREHENSIONS. 103.— Metropolitan Police District, X Division,— WILFRED WATERMAN, alias W. WALTERS, SIDNEY and RANGER, Case No. 7, 15th inst. 104.— Dorsetshire, > Poole ( Count!/).— Super- visee HENRY HOLMES. Office No. 1646- 98, Case No. 9, 17th ult. 105.— Lancashire, Bury ( County).— Super- visee GEORGE HANNON, Office No. 42527, Case No. 25, May 25th, 1894, and sentenced, 18th inst., to 1 month hard labour for failing to notify change of residence. LONDON : PRINTED FOR HER MAJESTY'S STATIONERY OFFICE BY HARMER AND HABLEY, LTD., 39 TO 44, COWPF. R STREET FINSBDEY, E. C.