THE PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, APRIL 21, 1899. VOL. XVI., No. 1598. REGULATIONS. tr'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. 5, 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. S 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 lbs. per portrait, and of 7s. & d. per photo- graph or sketch of a stolen article. f. Every aniwvncement, 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 personiw 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 ran> than Inspector, or analogous thereto. 8. Announcements of all persons to be apprehended or of stolen property bear a number, ami, 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 th* Editor lwtice of the fact, referring to the number of the announcement, for insertion in iht next issue. 10. In all cases the officer signing the request for the insertion of any announcement will bo 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. The;, must be clearly written on one side of the paper only ; they must be in the usual form, ami accompanied by a covering letter. 12. All payments must be in advance, either at the office, 1Veto 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 a reputed . » n payment, and the charges for the insertion of the same will be given on application. R. ANDERSON. Editor. NOTICE. I.— The composition of the Friday No. of the " Police Gazette " will he found arranged for easy reference as fol- lows : - ( a) Regulations at top of first page. ( h) Apprehensions Sought. ( 1). Metropolitan Police District. ( 2). Counties. ( 3). Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged, as far as practicable, in alphabetical order. ( c) Persons in Custody. ( 1). Metropolitan Police District. ( 2). Counties. ( 3). Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged in alphabetical order. ( d) Property Stolen. ( 1). Metropolitan Police District. ( 2). Counties. ( 3). Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged in alphabetical order. 2.— Any additional copies of the GAZETTE beyond the number at present supplied will be forwarded on application in the form set forth in circular of the 7th of November. 1883. 3.— It is particularly requested that any com- plaints as to the non- delivery or of irregularity in the date of delivery of the POLICE GAZETTE, may be at once notified to the Editor. SPECIAL NOTICE. Letters relating to criminal business addressed by other Police Forces to Scotland Yard, are very frequently delayed, owing to the envelopes con- taining 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 Investigition Department. New Scotland Yard, London, S. W." APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 1. V Division, — For stealing £ 3 10s.— HENRY RUSSELL, alias BUCK RUSSELL, age 50, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., slight build, com- plexion, hair and moustache, and eyes dark, slouching gait; dress, dark fustian jacket, speckled trousers, heavy lace boots. A cattle drover or carman ; may be found in Hertford- shire, Bedfordshire, or Kent. Warrant issued. 2. — V Division. - For obtaining £ 2 15s. Slid, by false pretences— R. GRENFELL, age about 30, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion sallow, hair dark brown, eyes dark ; dress, dark grey mixture suit, dark overcoat, black hard felt hat. Warrant issued. 3.— X Division.— For stealing ( bailee a dark pony, set of brass- mounted harness H M thereon, a trolly with piano organ, maker Rossi and Spinnelli, No. 5 on front of trolly. No. 33.'! stamped inside organ— SAMUEL WILLIAMS, age 26, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion dailc, hair ( fringe on forehead) dark brown, eyes brown; wears blue knickers, black stockings, velvet vest, white shirt, clotli cap. A native of Wandsworth. Is accompanied by other youths and a girl who dance to the organ. Warrant issued. 1 — Y Division « — For stealing £ 96 16s. Od. — WILLIAM IMPEY, age 38, height 5 ft. 6. J in., complexion, hair and eyes ( small) dark ; dress, black serge suit, black overcoat with velvet collar. A shoemaker ; native of Holloway. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BERKSHIRE. ~>.— Hungerford County).— For forging and uttering an order for 5s., 17th ult.— — SAULTON ( supposed false), age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 6 in., stout build, complexion fair, hair light brown, slight sandy beard ; dress, grey tweed suit, ( trouseiy much worn at bottoms), grey cap, thin boots. Had the appearance of a groom. Stated he had served in the Hampshire Regiment. Sup- posed known at Devizes, and wanted elsewhere. Warrant issued. Information to Inspector Legg, Hungerford. ? (•.— Maidenhead County).— For leaving their families chargeable to the Maidenhead Union — JOHN HODGES, age 42, height 5 ft. 1 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache light, high cheek bones, eyes sunken. A labourer ; native of Maidenhead. May be found on public works. THOMAS PAUFFLEY, age 42, height 5 ft. 1 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey ; dress, grey tweed jacket and vest, trousers of similar material, black hard felt hat. A labourer; native of Maidenhead. Warrants issued. A REWARD of £ 2 will be paid in each case by W. Weed, Esq., Clerk to the Guardians of the Maidenhead Union, for such information as will lead to the arrest of the above. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Dorrell, Maidenhead. 7.- Newbury ( County). - - For obtaining money by false pretences— KATE MORTIMER, age 26, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion dark ; dress, black alpaca dress, fawn coloured cape, white felt hat, trimmed black. A dressmaker, recently employed at Marlborough. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Robotham, Newbury. 8.— Reading ( Borough).— For larceny ( bailee)— ARTHUR WARWICK, age 33 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 8J in., hair ( bushy) black, whiskers and moustache dark, eyes brown, wears spectacles, peculiar drawl in speech ; dress, dark shabby clothes, soft hat. A professor of music. may be found at common lodging houses. 9— Reading ( Borough).— For stealing, 25t1i ult., a long black rough cloth overcoat, velvet collar, chain tab ( broken), and a round alarum clock ( alarum broken)— A MAN giving the name of EDWARDS, age 55 to GO, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., complexion dark, hair, whiskers and moustache grey, bald on top of head, right hand withered; dress, dirty blue jacket, old trousers and cap. Information to Capt. Henderson, Chief Con- stable, Reading. BRECONSHIRE. in.- Crickhowell ( County). For larceny ( bailee)— JOHN FLYNN, alias JOHNSON and GINGER, age about 40, height 5 ft, 5 in., slight build, complexion fresh, hair and moustache brown, lame on one leg ; dress, old dark grey coat and vest, cord trousers, dark cap, one boot slit down front. A drover or hawker ; supposed a native of Dowlais, Glam. Occasionally tramps into Yorkshire ; may be accompanied by his son, age about 15. Warrant issued. 11.— Crickhowell County For ing his child— GEORGE PARTON, age about 30, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion fair, hair light brown, turns his feet outwards when walking. A mason. Lately resided at Clyro, Radnorshire. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Winterson, Crickhowell. BUCKINGHA MS HIRE. 12. Fenny Stratford ( County). For stealing a chimney sweeping machine, consisting of 13 rods, patent head, with two rows of bass ; 1 hand brush; 1 sheet— HARRY BALES, age about 30, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion dark, 2 T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. FRIDAY, APRIL 21, 1899. hair dark brown ; dress, sleeve waistcoat, fustian trousers, dark cap, brown canvas boots. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Lait, Fenny Stratford. CAMBRIDGESHIRE. 13 - Cambridge { Borough).— For stealing, 8th inst., a " Crescent" bicycle, 24- in. frame, wood rims, Warwick tyres. No. under crank 393683, mudguards enamelled black, lined faint green ; and a " Dayton " bicycle, No. 10298 stamped on seat lug, adjustable handle bars, enamelled black, red, wood rims, usual parts plated, Morgan and Wright's oak pattern tyres, 64 gear, American rat- trap" pedals, tool bag stamped " Dayton," no brake, mudguards, or gear case— GERALD DEALTRY, age about 27, height about 5 ft. 5 in., complexion and hair ( inclined to curl and rather long) dark, clean shaved ; dress, check morning coat, dark blue trousers, stand- up collar, brown tie, black bowler hat, wears gold rim spectacles, a coral horseshoe pin, and 2 rings on left hand. — CLARKE, age 30, height about 6 ft., thin build, stoops, complexion sallow, hair ( long) dark, clean shaved ; dress, dark morning suit, brown cap, wearing gold Albert with three gold medals or tokens attached. Stated they were in the piano trade. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Holland, Cambridge. REWARD. 14.- Cambridge ( Borough).— For forgery and embezzlement— OSWALD GEORGE SMITH, age 38, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair, whiskers, and moustache very dark, but believed to be now clean shaved or wearing an Imperial, very near sighted and unable to see without strong glasses ; dress, when he left on 24th January last, brown jacket suit, black serge Chesterfield over- coat with velvet collar, black and white tie, brown cloth peak cap, red, white and black silk muffler, lace boots, was wearing a silver watch and gold curb albert. A shoemaker ; native of Cambridge. Lately employed as secretary to a Building Society ; an inveterate smoker ; may be found in the company of betting men. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Chief Constable Holland, Cam- bridge, by whom the above Reward will be paid to any person ( Police included) giving such infor- mation as will lead to the arrest of SMITH. CHESHIRE. 15. middlewich ( County).— For stealing a black cloth jacket anil vest, short blue pilot overcoat, and 30s.— JAMES ALLISON, age 25, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fair, hair and slight moustache light; wearing black coat and vest, short blue pilot overcoat, black cloth cap. Has been recently employed on railway extension works. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Large, Middlewich. DENBIGHSHIRE. 16.- Denbigh ( County). — For obtaining goods at Colwyn Bay by a fictitious cheque— S. LAWRENCE, alias FELTON, and FRANK MIDDLETON, age 2S to 30, height about 5 ft. 10 in., slight build, complexion dark, hair and moustache dark brown : dress, dark grey check suit, brown cape mackintosh, cap, soft felt or high silk hat, dark tie and pin with pearl surrounded by brilliants. Had in his possession a brown leather portmanteau. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Jones, Denbigh. ^ DERBYSHIRE. — Chesterfield ( County).— For stealing, 14th inst., at Staveley, a tie and 16s.— JACK SMITH, age 25, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion dark, hair very dark, eyes dark brown, slight rash on face near cheek bones, wears a lot of hair in front outside of cap ; dress, black dress coat, blue cloth double breasted vest, open front, pearl buttons, black trousers, dark green tie, grey cap, American boots, pointed toes. A hairdresser; native of Belvedere, Kent. Has been employed at Black- pool, Liverpool, Manchester, Buxton and Chester- field. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Faulkner, Chesterfield. DEVONSHIRE. 18.— Cullompton ( County).— For failing to appear at the Petty Sessions, 5th inst, charged with larceny— THOMAS MARKS, age 42, height 5 ft. | 4J in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, scars on head over both eyes and on bridge of nose; dress, dark monkey jacket, moleskin vest and trousers, peak cap, small dark necker- chief. A mason's labourer or navvy. Native of Wellington, Somerset. May be found at new buildings or public works. Warrant issued. Information to Supt.. Collins, Cullompton. DORSETSHIRE. 19 - Dorchester ( County). — For non- appearance to a summons, charged with cruelty to his children by neglect— JOHN GODDARD, age 48, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, moustache light brown, eyes hazel, bird and " J. G. " tattooed left arm ; wearing dark suit. A labourer ; native of Wokingham, Berks. Has been in the Army. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Burden, Dorchester. DURHAM. 20.- Stockton- on- Tees ( County).— For stealing ( bailee), 17th ult., 6 electro- plated forks marked W. P. and numbered 187 ; No. 182, 18- ct. open curb albert ; 142, 9- ct. wedding ring ; 170, 6 table knives, xylonite ; 171, do. ; 154,6 dinner forks, nickel; 388, 6 teaspoons marked J. D. & S.; 389, do. ; 119,12 dessert spoons marked J. D. & S.; 262, 6 teaspoons, fiddle pattern ; 289, do.; 290 do.; 130, do., national ; 195, ditto, nickel ; 196, do. ; 263, 6 teaspoons; 264, do.; 184, 6 dessert spoons ; 387, 8 tablespoons ; 143, 6 do., nickel ; 441, gold locket and heart ring ; 176, S. S. gold ring, single diamond, star setting; 339 dress ring, paste boat set; 327, do., topaz and 12 pearls, antique ; 321, ruby and 2 roses ; 319, do., 6 roses, ruby star centre ; 130, wedding ring ; 132, do., 9- ct.; 134, do.; 192, do, 22- ct.; 479, 480, and 481, 9- ct, keeper rings, engraved; 115, silver watch, 247/ 817014 ; 156, metal centre seconds stop- watch ; 217, silver curb albert ; 316, silver medal; 157, 6 forks, nickel : 158, 6 tlo. ; 471, 9- ct. keeper ring, engraved : 112, 236, and 244, ladies' fancy silver albei- ts; 165 and 169, ladies fancy gold do.; 272, 6 silver- mounted knives; 278, 6 table knives, square xylonite ; 279, do. : 287, 6 forks, fiddle pattern, E. P. N. S.; 288, do.: 181, 6 forks ; 232, do., fiddle pattern, E. P. ; 366, 3 dessert spoons ; 379, cruet; 154, lady's 9- ct. gold watch, No. 172716; 284, silver curb albert ; 263, S. S. dress ring, 15- ct. 1 diamond and 2 rubies; 117. dress ring, scroll, 1 diamond, 2 rubies; 372, 5- stone dress ring brilliants, half hoop, 18- ct.: 159, dress ring, 4 diamonds 2 rubies, 18- ct, ; 259, 2 brilliant buckle ring; 162, 5- diamond dress ring, 18- ct., lozenge set ; 266, gold seal ; 186, G. F. albert; 188, metal watch, Carresbrook, 295835 ; 517 and 520, 9- ct. plain buckle keepers; 488, 9- ct. keeper flat and engraved; 174, wood clock ; 189, metal watch, Carresbrook, 295836 ; 314, 3 silver charms ( faith hope and charity); 200, 6 dessert knives, Scotia ; 204 and 188, 6 do ; 161, do., silver mounted ; 162, do.: 267, 6 tea spoons; 190 and 113, 6 dessert forks ; 183 and 222, 6 knives ; 153 and 121, 22- ct. wedding rings; 391, 392, and 396, silver lever watches, Carresbrook, 261458, 261459, 261224 • 269, lady's horizontal watch, 113545 ; 164, 9- ct. gold brooch, round plain centre ; 217, do., faceted centre; 286, do., bryhold faceted; 163, do., cupid's arrow with pearl rose centre ; 118, do., cut: 171. do., 5 pearl centre trefoil: 151, 9- ct., brooch: 169 and 177 gold brooches; 113,109,112, 115, 178, 117, 138, 122, 129. II12, gold fronted brooches: 145, silver keyless watch, 144099; 3 fancy mosaic brooches ; 129, 161,169, 97, 141, 239, silver brooches ; 178, and 338, silver lever watches, 308958, and 314706; 129, 363, 385, 174, and 179, dress rings : 271, gold signet ring, shield shape ; knot wire ring ; dress ring, curb do ; gold cut do ; 9- ct. keeper ; 107 and 108, E. 1'. sugar sifters ; 26( 1, 12 table knives, bone handles; 261, 12 tea knives, ivory handles, in oak case; 117, bread fork ; 150, silver pencil case, patent ; 120 lady's gilt muff chain ; 111, T. H. albert + strand ; li4, do., French miniature drop piece ; 703, dress ring ; 150 and 151, carvers, xylonite, Richardson's ; 205, 2 table spoons, fiddle, Dixons Al ; 153 9- ct. keeper half round and engraved; 130, silver seal, blood and flat top; 202, 6 nickel forks, W. P. 18( 1, 6 dessert spoons, W. P.; 142, lady's oxydised watch, Swiss keyless, 2440 ; 113, leather albert; 203, 15- ct, gold brooch, plain centre ; 166, brill do.; 198, 6 tea spoons, W. P.; 3 clock keys; 125, pin and stud; 161, silver English lever, fuzee, 90875 ; 191, signet ring, set bloodstone ; 106, case of 9- ct. spoons: 124 and 121, links and studs ; 380, 9- ct. dress ring, 2 rubies, 3 pearls ; 153, 9- ct. gold watch, 172722 ; 122, lady's 18- ct. gold watch, 90821, demi- hunter, fancy dial; 142, 6 table spoons, nickel, W. P.; 110, 6 dessert knives, xylonite ; 110, gold albert ; 131, flexible gold bracelet in case ; 219, curb keeper ring ; 426, 428, and 493, flat do.; 527, buckle do.; 288, half- round do. ; 175, 177 and 141, 9- ct, wedding lings ; 159, 22- ct. do.; 308,5 stone diamond ring ; 284, case of ivory carvers ; 208, 4 table spoons ; 209, 6 dessert spoons; 251, 6 ivory knives; 248, lady's silver albert; 112, lady's gold keyless watch, engraved, No. 104655; lady's gold lever watch, 94309, open face, gold dial ; silver lever watch, 2163, open face, case newlv repaired— FREDERICK BANNISTER, alias WEST, age about 29, heighi about 5 ft, 8 in., complexion pale, long thin face, hair and slight moustache light brown, of delicate but rather shrewd appearance ; dress, black jacket and vest, light grey striped trousers, stand- up collar, hard felt hat, light lace boots, black Chester- field overcoat. Had with him a brown leather portmanteau containing a black coat and vest and dark trousers. A jeweller's traveller and clerk ; native of Manchester, lately resided at Middles- brough. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Liddell, Stockton- on- Tees. ESSEX. 21. Brentwood ( County)— For stealing. 11th inst., at Great Warley, a silver watch No. 96722, open face, white dial, black hands, " H. R. B." engraved on back of case, small silver chain with bronze Maltese cross and plain silver match box attached : 1 small brown leather Glad- stone bag " H. R. B." in black letters on outside ; 1 dark brown cloth jacket, usual pockets ; 1 dark grey jacket, usual pockets, " Hookham, Oxford," on tabs ; 1 light brown covert coat, " Army and Navy Stores" on tab; 1 black mackintosh, " Bowen 300" on inside near collar; 1 black japanned tin cash box containing £ 6 ; 1 stylo- graphic pen and case, cover has been broken ; 1 gold safety pin, gold nugget attached; 1 gold horseshoe pin with 2 blue stones and pearls , 1 gold pin with knob ; 2 or 3 white linen shirts; 2 or 3 stand up collars, all marked " H. R. B.; " 3 plain silver front studs; 1 dark blue tie with white spots; 2 razors ( 1 ordinary, 1 safety); 1 cardboard box containing soap ; Ismail bottle of Chilli paste; 1 hunting calendar; I packet of medicated paper: and some visiting cards, " H. Bowen " thereon— ROWLAND JOHN ROBERT LYONS, age 22 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 9]- in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes brown, Prince of Wales's feathers tattooed on right forearm, brown discolouration outside left knee; wearing the stolen clothing and blue cloth cap. Is a deserter from the Essex Regiment, Information to Supt. Allen, Brentwood. f f- J GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 22.- Cheltenham ( County).— For stealing ( bailee) 12 sheep — WILLIAM ARTHUR SPENCER, age 43, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., com- plexion fresh, hair brown, whiskers and mous- tache rather short, eyes blue, recent scar on nose, slouching gait, is an inveterate smoker; dress, grey coat, roan calf- skin vest with flaps over pockets, dark cloth breeches, brown leather gaiters, blue tie with red stripes, blue cap, which he wears over his eyes. A farmer; native of Woodmancote, near Cheltenham. Has with him a new black leather trunk with brown leather straps. Absconded 14th inst.; may be accom- panied by a woman, age 30, short and stout. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hopkins, Cheltenham. HAMPSHIRE. 23.— Basingstoke \ County).— On commit- ment warrant, having been sentenced to 6 weeks imprisonment for neglecting to maintain his family — FREDERICK SUMPSTER, age 39, height 5 ft, 4 in., complexion fresh, hair dark- brown, eyes hazel, skin discoloured on forehead and under left eye ; dress, brown jacket and cap, moleskin trousers. A native of Tadley, Hants. May be found on public works. Information to Inspector Hale, Basingstoke. 24.— Gosport ( County). — For stealing ( bailee) £ 10 Is. 3d.— ROBERT JOHNSON, age i84, height 5 ft. 7- J- in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes brown, small scar left cheek, walks slovenly ; dress, blue serge suit, 2 shirts ( 1 military, 1 white), black tie, blue skull cap, military socks and boots, or shoes. Supposed a native of Black- burn. Is a deserter from the Royal Artillery. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Silver, Gosport, 25. Portsmouth ( Borough).- For failing to answer to his recognisances at the Quarter Sessions, 7th inst.- HENRY THOMAS SHEMI- NENT, alias EVANS and OWENS, age 22, height 5 ft. 7£ in., complexion fair, hair light brown, eyes grey. An ostler ; native of Chatham. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable, Town Hall, Portsmouth. 3 PORTRAITS OF PERSONS WANTED. LANCASHIRE. 20 — Barrow- in- Furness ( Borough).— Portrait and description of JAMES ADAM JOHNSTON, whose apprehension is sought for deserting his wife ; age 43, height 5 ft. 8 in., stout build, complexion rather pale, hair ( thick) and eyes brown, firm walk, bouncing manner, well dressed. A theatrical manager. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Foll, Barrow- in- Furness. NOTTINGHAMSHIRE. 27.— Retford ( County).— Portrait and de- scription of CHARLES' SWEENEY, alias BANKS, escaped from the police cells, 3rd inst,, while on remand for larceny, age 26, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion rather sallow, round face, hair ( short) brown, beard about a week's growth, eyes grey, heavy jaws, rather thick lips, cut scar under right jaw, which can only be seen on close examination ; dress, brownish check jacket suit, greyish brown cap, chocolate- coloured neckerchief with white spots, light lace boots with pointed toes. A gipsy horsedealer ; travels the country in a van, with a cocoanut sheet. Is a clever and dangerous thief. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Thomas, Retford. HAMPSHIRE. 28. Portsmouth { Borough). For forgery, 21st ult,— THOMAS MARSH, age 21, height 5 ft. 41 in. complexion fresh, hair light brown, clean shaved, slightly knockkneed, mole front of neck and back of left arm, scar left shin ; supposed wearing blue jacket suit and hard felt bat. Of smart appearance. A sawyer; native of Kirk- dale, Lanes. Is a deserter from the 1st East Lanes. Regiment. A member of the Order of Buffaloes. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Portsmouth. HUNTINGDONSHIRE. £ 5 REWARD. 29. St. Neots County).— For deserting her two children. 20th June, 1897— MARY MARKHAM, age 26, height 5 ft. 3 in., com- plexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes dark. May be found with a travelling painter. Warrant issued. The above reward will be paid by J. A. Ennals, Esq., Clerk to the Guardians, St. Neots, for such information as will lead to the arrest of the above. £ 5 REWARD. 30.— St. Neots ( County). — For deserting his wife and family 16th May, 1898— ARTHUR JAMES WALES, age 40, height 5 ft. 71 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes grey, small scar right side of spine. A bricklayer. Has been in the Army. Warrant issued. The above reward will be paid by J. A. Ennals, Esq., Clerk to the Guardians, St. Neots, for such information as will lead to the arrest of Wales. Information to Supt. Freestone, St. Neots. - __ KENT. 31.- Maidstone Borough).— For stealing £ 17 Is. 2d.— GEORGE WILLIAM WATSON, late secretary to a lodge of Oddfellows, age about 40, height about 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache brown, turns his feet out, speaks as if suffering from a cold. A basket maker. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Mackintosh, Maidstone. 3 < LANCASHIRE. 32. - Leigh ( County). — For larceny — HANNAH SEDDON, age 24, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes dark ; dress, black crepon or blue silk dress, black fine cloth jacket, black velvet hat with black feather and steel buckle. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Higginbotham, Leigh. 33 - Blackpool ( Borough).— For stealing ( bailee) a marble clock, 3 sheets, 3 blankets, 2 counterpanes, and a vase — JAMES HAR- GREAVES, age about 55, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., hail' and moustache dark ( turning grey), rather high cheek bones, wears glasses; dress, dark cloth suit and cap. A wood turner, may seek employ- ment at sawmills. Was accompanied by his wife, age about 47, complexion and hair dark, and daughter, age about 14. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Derham, Black- pool. 34.— Bootle ( Borough).— For stealing, 15th inst., 2 £ 1 postal orders, Nos. 0/ 26 273605- 6— A MAN, age about 26, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., slight build, hair and slight moustache dark, small eyes; dress, dark tweed jacket suit, hard felt hat ; speaks with London accent. Information to the Chief Constable, Bootle. LEICESTERSHIRE. 35.- Leicester ( Borough).— For withhold- ing £ 30 2s. 2d., the monies of a registered club— WILLIAM SAUNDERS, age 28, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., slight build, complexion ruddy, hair light ginger, eyes ( full) blue ; dress, brown jacket suit, hard felt hat; an electro- plater. Will probably be found at race meetings. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Leicester. LINCOLNSHIRE. 36. Grimsby ( County).- For stealing a watch and chain ( recovered)— JOSEPH STYLES, age 21, height 5 ft. 9 in., rather thin build, sloping shoulders, spotted face, hair brown, clean shaved, eyes blue ; dress, navy blue serge suit, and cap, which he wears at the back of his head, blue muffler with white spots, pink and white striped shirt, light lace boots, wearing a knitted belt with pockets both sides. A ship's steward; native of Shepherd's Bush. Is a good vocalist; frequents public houses and concert rooms; may seek employment as a pianist. He was discharged from the Royal Marines about 18 months ago. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Stennett, County Police Office, Grimsby. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. 37. — Kettering ( County).— For obtaining three pairs of boots by false pretences, 24th ult.— LOUIS CASSON, age 32, height 5 ft. 5 in., com- plexion anil hair ( curly and rather long) dark, moustache black, eyes blue, talks quickly ; dress, black morning coat and vest, brown check trousers, black hard felt hat. A stage carpenter ; supposed a native of Cornwall. May be found with small theatrical companies. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Andrews, Kettering. 38.— Peterborough ( City).— For obtaining £ 50 by false pretences, 21st ult.— GEORGE SHELLEY ( supposed false), age about 35, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, moustache light brown, eyes dark ; dress, long black cloth overcoat, blue serge suit, black hard felt hat. Stated he was a native of Teddington, and that he was employed by Government. He purchased hay and straw to the amount of .£ 700, and tendered a worthless cheque on the London and Provincial Bank, Teddington, in payment, and obtained a cheque for £ 50 as commission. ( See Cases Nos. 6 and 29, 24th ult.) Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Lawson, Peter- borough. OXFORDSHIRE. 39.— Oxford ( County).— WILLIAM JOHN PERRY, Case No. 43, 17th ult., not to be arrested. Warrant withdrawn. 40 — Oxford ( City).— For obtaining money by fraud - S. G. WOODS, age about 30, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in , complexion dark, hair and mous- tache black : dress, grey tweed suit, black hard hat, light covert coat. He took lodgings from 10th to 24th ult., and advertised poultry, i- c., for sale, and obtained considerable sums of money from various parts of the country. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Cole, Oxford. SHROPSHIRE. 41.— Ludlow ( County).— For stealing, from his lodgings, at Clee Hill, 19th ult., 1 d; yk plaid suit; 1 drab slop ; 1 white silk neckerchief ; 1 pruning knife; 1 razor; and 7s.—- A MAN, who gave the name of WILLIAM TUCKER, age 30 to 40, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., rather stout build, com- plexion fresh, hair light brown, heavy moustache light, left eye slightly deformed, headstone and engraving tattooed on right forearm ; 2 men with hands clasped, left forearm; rings on fingers; crucifix on chest; dress, dark cloth jacket, broad cord trousers, seat patched with small cord, peak cap, old lace boots. Stated he had been a soldier and a sailor. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Challoner, Ludlow. SOMERSETSHIRE. 42.— Frome ( County).— For obtaining money and goods by false pretences 8th ult.— ALBERT LILEY ( supposed false), age 30 to 40, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes dark ; dress, dark brown suit, yellow tie with red stripes, black bowler hat, lace boots, wore two buckle rings on right hand. Stated he was em- ployed by the Government in erecting telegraph wires at Tinisbury, and that his boxes were at the station. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Rawlings, Frome 43.- Weston- super- Mare ( County). - For embezzlement— EDWARD BROOKS, late secretary to a lodge of Oddfellows at Highbridge, age 57, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion, hair, bushy whiskers and moustache dark, turning grey, may now be clean- shaved, round- shouldered; dress, dark tweed suit, bowler hat. Has been a storekeeper at locomotive works, and may Beek similar employment. Absconded in December last. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Balkwill, Weston- super- Mare. 44. - Bath ( City). For embezzling £ 60 15s. 4d„ 30th ult. — ARTHUR JOSEPH MASLEN CLEMENTS, age 31, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., stout build, hair and moustache light brown, springy walk, addicted to drink : wearing grey trousers and vest with black stripes, black bowler hat. A solicitor's cashier. Absconded 31st ult. Warrant issued. Information to Lieut.- Col. Gwyn, Chief Con- stable, Bath. S TAFFORDSHIRE. 45.— Bilston ' For stealing a silver watch - FREDERICK TRAVERS, alias ST EP- NEY and JONES, age about 41, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache grey, eyes blue ; dress blue melton overcoat, velvet collar, brown coat, black vest, light cloth trousers, lace boots. A pianist; will probably be found at music halls or theatres. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Walters, Bilston 46. Burslem ( County). - For stealing £ 21 worth of penny and halfpenny postage stamps from a sub post office 23rd ult.— TWO MEN, first age about 22, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair and slight moustache dark, eyes grey, fore- arms tattooed; dress, blue suit, seafaring cap 2 T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. TUESDAY, APRIL 21, 1899. with bright peak, silk neckerchief. 2nd, age about 24, height 5 ft. 1 or 2 in., rather stout build, complexion, hair and slight moustache dark, rather long thin nose ; dress, dark jacket, plaid trousers, brown cap. The appearance of a working man. Information to Chief Supt, Hill, Burslem. 47.— Leek ( County).— For embezzlement— PERCY BORTHWICK WHITELEY, late a coal merchant's agent, age 21, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey. A gymnast and of good physique ; dress, navy blue suit, fawn- coloured cap, brown shoes. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Breton, Leek. 48.— Lichfield { County). — For highway robbery, loth ult., at Burntwood— TWO MEN, 1st, age about 40, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., stout build, complexion and hair dark; dress, dark short jacket, large vest with 2 rows of pearl buttons, brown corduroy trousers, black and white stripe leather collar, dark cap with flaps, heavy lace boots ; 2nd, age about 28, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., slight build, complexion fair, hair and slight moustache light; dress, dark jacket and vest, brown corduroy trousers, black and white stripe leather collar, dark blue cap, heavy lace boots. The appearance of labourers. Information to Supt. Barrett, Liclifield_ 49. — Stoke- on- Trent ( County). — For stealing £ 4 10s.— WILLIAM MOORE, age about 25, height about 5 ft. 7 in., complexion, hair, and eyes dark, two upper teeth recently broken; dress, dark coat and vest, dark trousers with grey stripe, brown tweed cloth overcoat, bone buttons, turned- down collar, red and white tie, black peak cap. A native of Stoke- on- Trent. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Gilbride, Stoke- on- Trent. 50.— Wolverhampton ( Borough). — For stealing 10th ult., a revolver and a wooden pipe — FRED FRIECHETTE ( supposed false), age 35 to 40, height about 5 ft. 5 in., stout build, com- plexion fresh, hair ( bald on top) light brown, heavy moustache inclined to sandy, palms of both hands have been burned, speaks with German accent; dress, black reefer coat with silk facings, black rough cloth ( double- breasted) vest, blue cloth trousers, green tie, brown peak cap. A machinist. Warrant issued. 51.— Wolverhampton ( Borough).— For embezzling £ 9 7s. 9d. on 6th ult.— E. J. HANDS, age 40 to 45, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion rather pale, hair brown ( turning grey), heavy moustache brown; dressed generally in grey jacket and vest, blue and black mixture trousers, light dusk- coat, black cloth cap, brown canvas shoes. Native of Ilchester, Somerset. He is fond of drink, and has latterly been in rather a despond- ing mood. Has recently managed a sixpenny bazaar. Warrant issued. 52.— Wolverhampton ( Borough).— For uttering a forged request for the payment of £ 1 2s. Od. on 8th ult,— FREDERICK HODG- KISS, alias FRED and G. POWELL, age 40, height 5 ft. 6 in., slight build, complexion fresh, hair ( bald in front) brown, moustache light brown or sandy, dent centre of forehead at top, crown and crossed flags tattooed on right forearm, crucifix on left arm, walks erect; has served in the 36th Regiment ; dress, dark blue or black jacket, brown small plaid vest and trousers, brown two- peak cap with ear flaps, black and white scarf. Has worked as a farm labourer ; a native of Tenbury, Wor- cestershire. Warrant issued. Information to Captain Burnett, Chief Con- stable, Wolverhampton. SUFFOLK. 53.— Ipswich ( Borough).— For stealing 2 gold rings and a silver watch ( recovered), and a gold locket and chain— W. ROBERTS, age 33, height 5 ft, 6 in., weight about 10 stones, complexion ruddy, hair, side whiskers and moustache very dark, eyes dark, rather large nose ; dress, brown check suit, light covert coat, red tie, new brown soft felt hat, lace boots, carried a green walking stick with crook handle. Warrant issued. 54.— Ipswich ( Borough).— For obtaining food and lodgings by false pretences— WILLIAM ARTHUR EDWARDS, alias RHUBARB, age 29, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., weight about 10 stones, complexion fresh, hair ( bald on top) light, mous- tache ginger, may be growing a beard, woman tattooed on left arm, scar on left shin ; dress, black coat and vest, dark striped trousers smeared with paint, brown cap. A native of Yarmouth ; well known to Fair people. Is an Army Reser- vist of the Norfolk Regiment. Warrant issued. Information to Lieut.- Col. Russell, Chief Constable, Ipswich. SUFFOLK ( East). 55.— Eye ( County).— For stealing £ 25, 16th October, 1898, at Bacton, the monies of a Friendly Society — CHARLES WALTER HEARN, age about .50, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., stout build, com- plexion fresh, hair, whiskers and heavy moustache and eyes dark ( may now be wearing moustache only), walks with short quick step ; dress, usually in dark clothes, well educated and of good appearance. Is fond of company and horseracing. A native of Bacton. Absconded 10th January last. May be found in London. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Page, Eye. SURREY. 56.— Chertsey ( County).— For collecting alms under false pretences, 2nd ult. COLES, age 25 to 28, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion pale, hair and small moustache dark, eyes brown ; dress, dark slate- colour overcoat with velvet collar, dark trousers, dark tie, black hard felt hat, thick boots ( patch on outside right). He represented that an employee of the Gas Company had met with an accident and was about to be sold up. Warrant issued. 57 - Chertsey ( County).— For stealing a bicycle, 27th ult.— A MAN, age 30, height 5 ft. 9 in., hair and moustache dark ; dress, dark coat and trousers, velvet vest, black hard felt hat. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hackman, Chertsey. 58.— Codalming ( County). - For obtaining £ 20 by a worthless cheque on the Middlesex Banking Company. 1st inst. at Haslemere — CHARLES WILSON, alias WILLIAM SERSON, age 39, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fair, hair partly bald on top, clean shaved, mole right eye- lid ; dress, black suit, long light overcoat, black hard felt hat. He represented himself as an inebriate attendant in charge of a patient who gave the name of PERCIVAL PILSON JONES, age 25, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fair, hair sandy ; dress, dark suit, dark brown overcoat, black hard felt hat. Both fond of playing billiards. Ab- sconded 1st inst. Identical with man, Case No. 35, 31st ult. Warrant issued. Information to Supt, Collis, Godalming„ 59.— Reigate^ Borough).— For embezzlement , 1st inst.— CHARLES SAUNDERS, age about 35, height 5 ft. 6A in., slight build, complexion fair, hair and moustache light, wears spectacles, stoops slightly ; dress, navy blue jacket and vest, check trousers, dark grey overcoat ( tail burnt). Late a canvasser for the Singer Manufacturing Co.: native of Tonbridge. May apply at Druids' lodges for relief. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Metcalfe, Redhill. SUSSEX ( East). 00.— Uckfield ( County). — For embezzling lis. l£ d. on 6th and 8t. h ult, at Buxted— JAMES FOSTER, age 23, height 5 ft. 0 or 7 in., com- plexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes grey ; dress, black suit, fawn coloured overcoat, light cloth cap. A journeyman baker. Warrant issued. Information to Supt, Criddle, Uckfield. 01. Brighton ( Borough).— For stealing, 7th inst, ( bailee), a pony and cart ( recovered)— PAUL CONRICH, age about 50, height about 5ft. Gin., hair ( wavy) dark, slight light moustache. Has been a clown and a publican. Is now travelling the country selling patent furniture polish. May call at livery stables and endeavour to hire a pony and trap. Warrant issued. 02.— Brighton ( Borough).— For failing to appear at the Quarter Sessions 10th inst., charged with stealing a bicycle— HENRY SAMUEL GREGORY, age 25, height 5 ft, 8 in., complexion fair, hair brown, clean shaved, eyes blue, woman, anchor, heart and cross tattooed left forearm, bracelet left wrist, woman, tombstone and brace- let right forearm and wrist, scar over right eye. A decorator ; native of Southampton. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Carter, Brighton. 63.— Eastbourne ( Borough.).— For stealing, 15th inst,, £ 4 10s.— THOMAS HAMMOND, age 38, height 5 ft. 11 in., complexion fresh, hair ( bald on top) brown, moustache ginger, eyes blue ; dress, brown tweed jacket, light grey vest, new white cord trousers, check tweed cap, drab colour neckerchief with white spots, heavy lace boots. A labourer: native of York. Belongs to the Sussex Artillery, and acted as officer's servant; absconded 15th inst. Is also suspected of stealing lambswool under- vests, pants, and handkerchief marked " J. A. Ballard," 3 pairs socks, and a silver- plated scent bottle. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Plumb, East- bourne. 64,— Hastings ( Borough).— For larceny, JAMES MACNEALE, age 25 to 27, height about 5 ft. 8 in., complexion, hair and moustache dark ; dress, black frock coat, check trousers, light soft felt hat, may be wearing a Norfolk cycling suit. Supposed a native of Buckie, N. B. Warrant issued. 05.— Hastings ( Borough).— For stealing, 18th inst., a road- racer bicycle, 24- in. frame, " Harper's " fittings, clincher tyres, forward lug, dropped handle bar, pink celluloid handles, brown leather ( spring) saddle, marked " Harper's Cycle Fitting Co., Price Street, Birmingham" on flap, frame and wheels enamelled black, usual parts plated, rat- trap pedals, toe clips, " Cliallis" alarm bell, no brake or mudguards— JOHN FRANCIS, age 23, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., slight build, com- plexion, hair, and slight moustache dark ; dress, brown tweed jacket suit, black hard felt hat, lace boots. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Hastings. SUSSEX ( West). 60.— Chichester ( County).- - For stealing £ 0 10s. from his lodgings— J. OSBORNE, alias ROBERTS, age about 30, height 5 ft. 7 in., com- plexion sunburnt, hair and moustache dark, short side whiskers; dress, grey mixture tweed coat and trousers, black fancy vest with yellow stripes, maroon knot tie, white soft felt hat with black band, new brown shoes, had with him a short light coloured dust coat, black lounge coat and vest, and a pair of boots ; carried a silver- mounted walking- stick with crook handle. He takes lodgings stating that his brother, who is a captain, will arrive the following day, he then commits a larceny and decamps. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Ellis, Chichester. WARWICKSHIRE. 07.— Aston Manor ( County).— For car- nally knowing a girl under the age of 10, 1st ult. — HARRY LAWLESS, age about 26, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., rather round shouldered, com- plexion fair, high forehead, hair light brown, slight light moustache, eyes ( rather weak) grey, end of one forefinger deficient, left handed; dress, blue serge suit, black hard felt hat, brown muffler. A stamper; native of Gloucester. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Walker, Aston Manor. 68.— Leamington ( Borough).— For stealing ( bailee) 3rd inst., a safety bicycle, transfer on head, " The Royal Stanton by Drakeford, Randle and Cooke, of Coventry," enamelled black, drop handle- bar, cork tips, rat- trap pedals, tangent spokes, ' 98 " Dunlop " tyres, " The Leader" on hub, 30 in. front wheel, 28 in. back, No. 594 on handle- bar and pencilled under saddle— — JONES ( supposed false), age about 17, height about 5 ft. 7 in., complexion sallow ; dress, grey check suit ( worn), dark cap. Supposed identical with youth Case No. 9, 7th inst. < Warrant issued. 69.— Leamington ( Borough).— For stealing, 25th ult,, a bicycle ( recovered) — HARRY PAXTON, age 27, height 5ft. 10 in., complexion sallow ( freckled), hair dark, eyes hazel. A native of Leamington. Previously convicted of a similar offence. Photograph can be seen on application. Information to Chief Constable Brabner, Leamington. WORCESTERSHIRE. 70.— Malvern ( County).— For stealing £ 60, 1st ult— GEORGE VOYCE, age 20, height 5ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, slight cast in eyes ; dress, blue serge jacket, brown cord trousers, black cap. Native of Hanley Castle, Worcestershire. Has been employed as an engine cleaner on the Midland Railway, and may seek similar employment. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Harrison, Malvern. 71.— Stourbridge ( County).— For obtain- ing by false pretences, 29th ult,, 2 white double damask table cloths ( 1 leaf, the other supposed flower pattern) — BESSIE ARCHER ( supposed FRIDAY, APRIL 21, 1899. T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. 5 false), age about. 25, height about 5 ft. 2 in., complexion pale, hair light, speaks in a low tone ; dress, dark dress, fawn colour jacket, white straw hat with black band. She calls upon shopkeepers representing that she has been sent by a local doctor's wife for articles on approval. Supposed wanted for similar offences elsewhere. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Pugh, Stourbridge. YORKSHIRE ( East Riding). 72.- Hull (. City).— Expiree THOMAS MAR- TIN, Office No. 2004- 96, Case No. 60, 23rd December. 1898, not now wanted. 73.- Hull ( Citv).— For attempted till robbery, lst. inst.— ALEXANDER WILSON, age 16 to 18, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., complexion dark, hair dark brown or black ; dress, blue serge jacket, brown cord trousers, blue muffler with white spots, cloth cap. Now supposed with his parents, who hawk tinware, etc., with a rail cart, hoop cover, yellow wheels, and a black horse. Warrant issued. 74.- Hull ( City).— Far larceny ( bailee) JOHN TAYLOR, age 42, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fair, red nose, broad forehead, hair ( bald on top) light, clean shaved, eyes blue, lame right leg; dress, brown jacket and vest, dark striped trousers, black hard felt hat. A watch and clock maker ; native of Leeds. ^ u Warrant issued. 75.— Hull ( City).— For neglecting to maintain his family— MILES HAMMOND, age 38, height 5 ft. 7 in., rather stout build, complexion fresh, hair brown, moustache light brown. A hawker. Warrant issued. 76.- Hull { City).— For neglecting to maintain his wife and family— JOHN WRIGHT, alias FEENEY, FORD, and WELSH, age 36, height !> ft. 10 in , slight build, complexion, hair, mous- tache, and eyes dark. A labourer ; native of Hull. Warrant issued. v 77.— Hull ( City).— For absconding with work- house clothing— JOHN WHITE, alias PATRICK SULLIVAN, age 52, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., com- plexion fair, supposed slightly pock- marked, hair { turning grey) dark brown, slight moustache, walks erect. A labourer ; native of Sheffield. EDWARD ROGERS, age 30, height .5 ft. 7 or 8in., complexion fair, hair reddish, slight mous- tache ; dress, dark brown mixture cloth suit stamped " H. W.," cap, white cotton shirt, grey woollen vest, drawers, and stockings, all stamped " H. H. H.," Blucher boots stamped " H." A labourer ; native of Canada. THOMAS MALO- NEY, age 64, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., hair and beard ( turning grey) dark ; dress, dark mixture tweed cloth suit marked " H. W. 0/ 61," Blucher boots. A labourer ; native of Hull. Warrants issued. Information to Captain Gurney, Chief Constable, Hull. 7 S. Beverley ( Borough).— For stealing, 4th nit., a gold signet ring, initials " T. J. D." on shield, and a purse containing £ 1 3s.— A MAN, age about 40, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion rather pale, clean- shaved ; dress, old light dust coat, dark grey trousers, light cloth cap. Hawks boot laces. 79.- Beverley ( Borough). — For stealing, ." Srd ult., a silver lever watch No. 87576, " Wil- liam Shearer, Leeds, Yorkshire," scratched inside outer case, and a 9- ct. gold albert, oval- shaped links, J C on a small plate near swivel— A man who gave the name of JACKSON ( correct name supposed Smith), age about 30, height 5 ft. 4 or .5 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache sandy, right thumb has been crushed and flattened, cut on nose ; wearing dark clothing, blue cotton jacket, cloth cap with bright leather peak. A titter, sometimes employed as a ship's fireman. Warrant issued. Information to Head Constable Knight, Guild- hall, Beverley. YORKSHIRE ( North Riding). 80.— Middlesbrough ( Borough). — For embezzlement— FREDERICK BANNISTER or WEST, age 29, height about 5 ft. 8 in., com- plexion pale, long thin face, delicate appearance, hair dark brown, slight moustache ginger ; dress, when last seen ( 18th inst.), black jacket and vest, light grey striped trousers, light or black tie, black hard felt hat, light lace boots. A native of Manchester ; lately employed as a jeweller's clerk and traveller. Had in his possession a brown leather portmanteau containing clothing and pro- bably some jewellery. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Ashe, Middles- brough. £ 1 REWARD. 81.— Scarborough ( Borough).— For leav- ing his wife chargeable to the Scarborough Union — GEORGE STEPHENSON alias SMITH, age 52, height about 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fair, hair ( turning grey) light, eyes blue; dress, fawn coloured cloth morning coat suit, soft felt hat, sometimes wears a sealskin cap. A labourer; native of Scarborough. Warrant issued. The above reward will be paid by W. O. Woodall, Esq., Clerk to the Guardians of the Scarborough Union, for such information as will lead to the arrest, of STEPHENSON. Information to Chief Constable Riches, Scar- borough. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 82.— Leeds ( County.)— For embezzlement— JOHN BIRD, age 28, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fresh, hair light, slight moustache ginger, eyes blue, tattooed on both arms, ship on chest; dress, fawn coloured dust coat, light or brown cheek suit, blue cap, lace boots. A vanman ; native of lvirk- stall. A reservist of the Royal Horse Artillery. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Tebbutt, County Buildings, Park Street, Leeds. 83.— Pontefract ( County).— For stealing, 25th ult., a safety bicycle No. 4706, Beeston pneumatic tyres, cork handles, curved upwards, rubber pedals, enamelled black, nearly new— A MAN, age about 35, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fair, hair light brown ; dress, dark mixture coat, grey trousers, black hard felt hat, wearing a gold watch and chain. Information to Supt. Whincup, Court House, Pontefract. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 84.- G Division. — Remanded for obtain- ing £ 10 by a worthless cheque on the National Provincial Bank of England— JOHN SKILBECK WOOD, age 51, height 5 ft. 10 in., very corpulent, complexion fresh, hair, whiskers and moustache ( turning grey) sandy, eyes blue; dress, black overcoat with silk facings, black morning coat and vest, grey stripe trousers, silk hat. A barrister. 85.— P Division.— Remanded till 22nd inst. for fraud— WILLIAM WELLINGTON, alias DR. and YEO WELLINGTON, age 37, height 5 ft. 7| in., complexion fair, hair light brown, moustache light ginger, eyes blue, scar over left eye, mole right cheek, centre of back, and on back and frqnt of neck. He represented himself as a doctor and principal of the Royal Victorian College, 53, Victoria Street, and branches at Peckham, Margate, Brighton, Bexhill, & c., and obtained large sums of money from persons, under the pretence that he would appoint, them as clerks, managers, lady superintendents, & c. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. RADNORSHIRE. 86.— Penyhont { County). — In custody charged with larceny— EBENEZER STEPHEN- SON, age 39, height 5 ft. 5 in., slight build, com- plexion fair, hair ( bald on top) brown, moustache light, eyes blue, wears spectacles, slightly bow legged and turns his toes inward, stammers slightly ; dress, old black suit, black hard hat, old lace boots. A clerk; native of Rawtenstall. MARGARET MARPOLE STEPHENSON, age 34, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes dark, teeth irregular and slightly project; dress, blue grey cloth dress, trimmed with black braid, light grey woollen shawl, drab mackintosh with cape, black straw hat with wide black band, side- spring boots. A native of Llanidloes, Montgomery. Both supposed wanted elsewhere in Wales, and in Lancashire. Information to the Chief Constable, Penybont. WORCESTERSHIRE 87.— Worcester ( County). — Committed for trial at next Worcester County Sessions for an attempted unnatural offence— JOHN BROWN, age 23, height 5 ft. 2J in., sturdy build, complexion fresh ( ruddy), hair sandy, eyes grey, cut sear left temple ; dress, old black cloth jacket, blue holland jacket, cloth vest, cord trousers, black cloth cap. An agricultural engine fitter ; states he is a native of Cardiff. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Wheeler, Worcester. , PROPERTY STOLEN. HAMPSHIRE. 88.- Aldershot ( County).— Between 15th and 16th inst., from the officers' quarters at Albu- hera Barracks, a greyish green knicker suit, coat and vest lined with greyish material, brown bone buttons, usual pockets, fit a man height about 6 ft. 2 in.; 1 pair buff colour box cloth gaiters ; 1 pair light lace boots, plain fronts, size 10 : 1 old soft brown leather Gladstone bag, about 2 ft. long, with 2 straps, fastens with lock in centre, supposed to have initials on one side. Between 10th and 11th inst., from the Army Signalling School, 1 telescope about 14 in. long ( when closed), 4 gun metal tubes bronze colour, rather worn, in a brown leather case with shoulder straps ; 1 ditto about 12 in. long ( when closed), 3 gun metal tubes, " Major E. Rhodes, Army & Navy Club " stamped on small end of tube ( new), in two black leather caps, with shoulder straps ; 1 ditto about 10 in. long ( when closed), 3 gun metal tubes, in two black leather caps, with shoulder straps ; 1 pair binocular glasses marked " C de P" in brown leather case with shoulder straps ; 1 light brown check Inverness coat, cape attached, tartan lining. Information to Supt. Hawkins, Aldershot. KENT. SD. West Malling ( County)— 18th inst. at Birling, a lady's gold keyless watch, No. 55922, initials F. S. on back of outer case, 9- ct. gold Albert chain with a half- crown attached. Sus- picion is attached to TWO MEN, 1st, age 26 or 27, height about 5 ft. 7 in., wearing black coat and vest, black hard felt hat, carried a small brown canvas bag, represented himself to be an agent for Murdock & Co., musical instrument manufacturers, & c. 2nd, age about 26, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., small light moustache ; dress, black jacket and vest, light trousers, black hard felt hat. Information to Supt.. Hoare, West Malling. 90.— Ramsgate ( Borough).— Since 6th inst., a small link gold chain, about 1} yards long, set 12 pearls about 4 in. apart, 1896 sovereign and small gold medal with " Weigall and Burns " on front, and 4 lions on back, attached. Information to Chief Constable Jones, Ramsgate, LANCASHIRE. 91.— Leigh ( County).— 14th inst., at Tyl- desley, a silver lever watch No. 4779, gold hands, silver curb chain attached ; 1 lady's silver Geneva watch, steel hands— By A MAN, age about 33, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., complexion sallow, broad forehead, hair ( bald in front) dark; dress, black jacket and vest, cord trousers, hard felt hat, light and dark blue muffler, lace boots. Information to Supt. Higginbotham, Leigh. LEICESTERSHIRE. 92.— Leicester ( Borough).— Between 6th and 7th inst.., by shopbreaking, 3 silver brooches, marked " P. " ; 6 gold combination pins ( 3 paste, 1 imitation pearl and paste, 1 ruby and paste, 1 rather large ruby and paste): 1 brooch and ear- rings, 9- ct., round shape, private mark thereon ; 1 ditto oblong marked r/-; 7 or 8 22- ct. wedding rings; 8 or 9 9- ct. ditto ; 8 or 9 9- ct. keeper rings, various patterns ; 12 lady's fancy rings, paste ; 2 ditto better quality ; 1 large coin brooch with smaller coin both sides, all have private marks thereon. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Leicester. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. 93.- Northampton ( Borough).— 3rd inst., by housebreaking, 1 gold curb albert ( rather old); 1 gold seal, coat of arms, arrow going over a battlement and " Virtute non Astutia " thereon ; 1 large gold brooch, nearly square, set edgeways, mauve coloured stone in centre, encircled with turquoise and other stones, Italian make ; 1 pair of gold ear- rings, round, raised centre, set one diamond in centre, encircled with pearls ; 1 pair do., round, Malachite stone in centre, lock fastening at back ; 1 pair do., consisting of a number of rings encircled in each other, antique ; 1 pair do. gold and red coral, flowerpot shape ; 1 lady's long gold neck chain, very fine, used for eye- glasses, with gold- plated rustic cross attached ; 1 silver penny- piece ; 1 penny- piece with silver centre ; 1 halfpenny- piece with silver centre ; 1 half- farthing, 50 years old : 1 set of Russian silver coins; also a number of French, German, and Belgian coins, all silver ; 1 Coronation medal, 1838; 1 Jubilee medal, 1887 ; 1 Jubilee medal, 1897, all supposed white metal; 1 lady's massive gold neck chain, round link pattern, with clasp fastening, set with 4 or 5 mauve coloured stones. Information to Chief Constable Mardlin, North- ampton. THE POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, APRIL 21, 1899. III! ! HI STAFFORDSHIRE. 94.— Burslem { County).— 9th inst., at Buck- nall, a roadster safety bicycle, 26- in. diamond frame, B. S. A. fittings, plated parts, 28- in. wheels, large " Fleuss" tyres, steel mudguards, rational handle bar, plunger brake, 4- in. rubber pedals, Brookes No. 2 B 10 saddle, 05 gear, all new ( except saddle). Information to Chief Supt. Hill, Burslem. SUSSEX ( East). 95.— Brighton borough).— 30th ult., from an hotel— 1 horseshoe gold pin set with rubies and diamonds alternately ( safety catch attached) ; 1 plain gold pen and pencil case, gold nib, maker Mordan ; 1 gold pencil case ; 1 heart shape gold brooch " 96" set in pearls ; 1 curb pattern gold bar brooch, about 2 in. long; 1 gold bar brooch, emerald eye and pearl body ; 1 pair gold links, pearl set in one side, other plain ; 1 leaf pattern gold brooch," 1895 " thereon : 1 curb pattern do. set 2 sapphires and 1 diamond ; 1 gold safety pin, do., set sapphire and diamond : 1 gold horseshoe do. ; 1 gold safety pin do., 2 ivy leaves thereon ; 1 gold brooch, " Age" thereon ; 1 curb pattern gold chain bracelet ( safety chain) ; 1 gold narrow band bracelet, set ruby, surrounded with pearls ; 1 plain gold bangle ; 1 plain gold bracelet; I thin narrow gold ring, set with large turquoise ; 1 gold ring set small diamond in oval setting; 1 gold Mizpah ring ; 1 lucky bean set with pearl; 1 silver pencil case ( black, blue and red pencil); 1 lady's old silver watch, set with. an old coin in back ; 1 gold brooch ( true lovers knot) ; 1 do. made of 2 long earrings ; 1 rope pattern flexible silver- gilt bracelet. 3rd inst., by housebreaking, 1 gold horseshoe pin, set 9 small diamonds ; 1 gold sovereign purse, " T. G. C." thereon ; 1 silver . English lever watch, " Myres. and Son, Newing- ton Causeway," inside case ; 1 lady's silver watch, white dial; 1 lady's gold curb pattern albert, about 6 in. long, attached to a gold curb bar . brooch ; 1 small plated " Moldicott" sewing machine ; 1 cheque drawn on the Midland Bank, North Street, Brighton, for £ 7 10s., by T. G. Cartmell, in favour of Mr. Titcombe. 3rd inst., from a boarding- house, 1 pebble brooch, large topaz in centre ; 1 silver crescent and star- shaped brooch ; 1 tortoiseshell bracelet, mounted with gold and silver ; 1 gilt chatelaine with shell, fan and locket attached ; 1 carved ivory Virgin Mary in case ; 1 Queen Elizabeth shilling ; 1 square gold brooch, " Richard Erlam" on back : 1 lady's gold ring set with 2 rows pearls and turquoise ; 2 charms ( gold trowel ivory handle, silver- chased dagger); 1 lady's gold ring set 3 garnets; 1 Garibaldi copper medal ; 1 George III. penny in velvet case ; 1 gold watch key ( broken), set wfth a ruby ; 1 long earring made of hair and rings of gold. Supposed by A WOMAN, age about 35, very stout; dress, darkblue costume, brown velvet toque hat and brown cape, who went to the house and took apartments. Information to Chief Constable Carter, Brighton. .- Hastings Borough).— 22nd ult., 1 new black silk mantle trimmed with lace and passe- menterie ; 1 blue and white silk blouse ; 1 black Spanish scarf, 3 yards long and 2 feet wide ; 1 Russian net, white cotton material; 1 wide bead cape with lace ; 1 band with buckle, and lace to match cape ; 5 lady's waistcoats, viz. : 1 yellow silk with slate coloured lining; 1 black satin covered in lace and jet; 3 dark cotton material with Indian pattern, red, green and yellow. Information to the Chief Constable, Hastings. SUSSEX ( West). 97- Petworth ( County).— 15th inst., by housebreaking, a lady's gold watch, gold face, short gold chain with small round gold locket containing hair attached ; 1 lady's old- fashioned long gold chain, small straight links ; 1 gold ovaL locket, set three blue stones and gold flowers oir front ; 1 gold brooch ; 1 gold pin set 2 blue stones, and £ 25 lis., including a £ 5 note. Suspicion is attached to A MAN, age 19, height 5 ft. 6| in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey ; dress, dark grey tweed suit, grey peak cap, military boots. Information to Supt. Read, Petworth. YORKSHIRE ( East Riding). 93.- Hull { City).— 17th February, a silver lever watch, No. 418940 ; 21st February, 1 silver' English lever watch. No. .93715 ; 25th February, 1 lady's 14- ct. gold keyless hunting watch. No. 513227 ; 2nd ult., 1 gold keyless cylinder Swiss watch, No. 141359, marked K 14 inside outer case ; 17th ult., lady's silver keyless Geneva watch, No. supposed 39303 ; 30th ult.. 1 Boston lever watch No. 139432. 9!).— Hull ( City).— 8th inst., a " Norton Road Racer" pneumatic safety bicycle, 1A in. smooth " Dunlop " tyres, geared at 76, " Eadie's" fittings, " Norton's" transfer on pillar tube partly worn off, pedal spindle brazed to crank, rat- trap pedals, piece broken out of top lug near lamp bracket, forward curved handle bar, felt handles, black celluloid pump, silver queen lamp, tied on with string, cap to air valve of hind wheel missing. Information to Capt. Gurney, Chief Constable, Hull. ' YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 100 — Otley ( County).— Between 15th and 16th inst.. at Ilkley, 2 macintosh overcoats ( 1 drab and 1 snuff colour); 3 pairs trousers ( 1 blue anil white striped, 1 light brown check, 1 black vicuna); 2 pairs lace boots ( 1 size 10,10/ 6 stamped on sole, 1 size 9, ivy leaf stamped on sole). Information to Supt. Strain, Otley. 101.— York ( City). — 10t. li inst., by house- breaking, a lady's old silver watch, engraved back ; small silver guard, curb thread pattern, and silver tassel attached; i silver American lever watch, No. 53295 ; gold albert, square thin gold links ( figured), joined with small brass links, gold locket attached; 1 English lever watch, No. 49731, white. face, large black numerals, swivel broken and fastened with pin, thick silver curb pattern chain attached ; 1 improved patent English lever. No. 257631, black hands and numerals. By A MAN, age about 30, height about 5 ft. 8 in., rather stout build, dark brown moustache ; dress, blue serge jacket, dark trousers and cap, blue neckerchief. Information to Chief Constable Farndale. York. PROPERTY FOUND IN POSSESSION OF A PRISONER. KENT. 102.— Gravesend ( Borough). — Found in possession of WILLIAM HENRY J. BROWN, who is committed for trial at next Quarter Sessions, charged with stealing same, also with having house- breaking implements in his posses- sion— 5 silver teaspoons, King George III. pattern, etching engraved on handles; 1 silver caddy spoon, ditto ; 1 silver dessert spoon, plain ; 1 pair silver sugar tongs, plain ; 3 silver- plated dessert forks ; 2 silver- plated teaspoons ; 2 pairs silver- plated nut crackers. Information to Chief Constable Thornton, Gravesend. PERSONS OR BODIES FOUND. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 103. Cheltenham County).— Body of A MAN, Case No. 81, 14th inst., identified. HAMPSHIRE. 104. Kingsclere ( County).— 12th inst., at Whitway, the body of A MALE CHILD, supposed dead about 2 months and to have had a separate existence. A verdict of wilful murder was returned at the inquest. Information to Supt. Daniels, Kingsclere. APPREHENSIONS, 105.— Metropolitan Police District, F Division. - THOMAS LACEY, Case No. 2, 1st July, 1898. 106. - Cheshire, Hazel Grove County). JOSEPH POOLE, Case No. 6, 24th December, 1H97, and JAMES NADIN, Case No. 17, 16th December, 1898. 107. Essex, Epping ( County).— JAMES SUCKLING, Case No. 17, 3rd ult. 108.— Hampshire, Alton ( County).— JAMES CHURCH, Case No. 24, 21st October, 1898. J 109.— Lancashire, Rochdale ( Borough). — KELLY, Case No. 29, 3rd ult., and recovered. 110.— Worcestershire, Worcester ( County). — FREDERICK HEWLETT, alias WILLIAM DOORHAM, ARTHUR TULIP, & c., Case No. 44, 30th December, 1898, and committed for trial at next Quarter Sessions. HI— Yorkshire ( East Riding), Hull ( City .— GEORGE COULTAS, Case No. 57, 14th inst. property LATEST INFORMATION. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT STAFFORDSHIRE. 112.- Stoke- on- Trent { County). — For stealing a horse ( recovered), 12th inst.— A MAN, age - 11 ( looks younger), height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., complexion fair, hair dark brown, moustache light, eyes blue, third . right finger missing ; dress, dark grey jacket, cord trousers, grey tweed cap, lace boots, all much worn. Supposed a native of Newcastle- under- Lyme. 113.- Stoke- on- Trent { Comity). — For stealing a silver Geneva watch, No. 116983, steel hands, black figures, small piece chipped off bottom of dial, " William Bradley " engraved on outside of inner case— A MAN, age about 32, height 5 ft. 8 in., very slight build, long neck, wearing a brown tweed cap and coat. Information to Supt. Gilbride, Stoke- on- Trent. SUSSEX ( EAST). 114. - Patcham { County).— For stealing, 1st inst., at Portslade, a pair of light plaid trousers ( nearly new); 1 black cloth jacket, cut under right arm ; 1 black vest ; 2 pairs socks ; 1 blue and white flannelette shirt; 1 pair thin lace boots; 1 light plaid cap ; 1 white linen Polo collar, size 16— JAMES HURLEY, age 18i, height 5 ft. 5J in., slight build, complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes hazel. Supposed wearing the stolen clothing. A groom ; native of St. Mary's, Wexford. Is a deserter from the Royal Sussex Regiment. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Brooman, Patcham, near Brighton. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 115.- Staple Hill { County).— Committed for trial at next Quarter Sessions, for indecently assaulting a little girl— JOHN HUTCHINSON, age 42, height 5 ft. 4J in.,' complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, nose broken, scar and blue mark centre of forehead, scar left cheek, upper lip and outside right forearm; dressed as a navvy. Native of Halifax, Yorkshire. Information to Supt. Matthews, Staple Hill. 3 PROPERTY STOLEN. KENT. 116.— Canterbury County).— Between 1st ult. and 20th inst., at Heme Bay, a silver cup, 6 or 64 in. high, diameter of bowl about •)!> in., " Queen's College Athletic Sports, 1867," " Throw- ing the hammer, 78 ft. 6 in. " ; " First, hurdle race, 120 yds. " ; " First, high jump, 4 ft. 11 in.; " " Second, long jump, 16 ft. 7 in." The arms of Queen's College, Oxford ; 3 spread eagles, and " W. A. Burgess " inscribed thereon. Information to Supt. Sargent, Canterbury. 3 APPREHENSIONS. 117.— Lancashire, Liverpool (. City).— WILLIAM GASKELL, Office No. 1( 593- 98, Case No. 27, 4th Nov. last. MISSING. 118.— Since 31st ult., DAVID COATES, age 19r height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., stout build, complexion fresh, hair dark brown, slightly pockmarked, first finger of right hand stiff, large cut scars right elbow ; dress, black cord jacket, brown vest and trousers, drab corduroy cap, red and black check scarf, grey shirt, blue stockings, light lace boots. A galvanizer. information to Chief Constable Ashe, Middles-- brough. 119.— Since 31st ult., from Wellington— ELIZA- BETH GRIFFITHS, age 14, height 5 ft., com- plexion fresh, hair brown, eyes light brown ; dress, dark brown dress, bodice trimmed with dark blue and red satin, red cape three- quarter length trimmed black fur round neck, white pearl buttons, plaid lining about 1 in. square, black and white sailor hat, kid shoes with strap and black satin bow. Information to Chief Supt. Edwards, Welling- ton, Salop. LONDON PRINTED FOB HER MAJESTY'S STATIONERY OFFICE BY J. J. KELIHER & Co., 22, ChARiNG CROSS, S. W. ; 33, KING WILLIAM STREET, E. C.; AND MARSHALSEA WORKS, BORO', S. E.