POLICE GAZETTE PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, MAY 12, 1899. VOL. XVI., No. 1604. REOULATIOIVS. i. 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. , . , %. Particulars concerning persons whose apprehension is sought will be inserted in one issue of < he POLICE GAZETTE, if they are sufficient to enable action to be taken upon them by another force. . „ . 5 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. 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 7s. 6d. per photo- graph or sketch of a stolen article. fvery announcement, if for the apprehension of a person, must be guaranteed by the signature of an officer of rwt less rank than Superintendent; and, if the name of such person is reouired to be inserted and no warrard is in force against him, the requisition must, be signed by the chief officer of police, or his immediate deputy, of the county, city, or borough, as the case may be. 7. Announcements concerning stolen property must be guaranteed by an officer of not less rank than Inspector, or analogous thereto. 8. Announcements of all persons to be apprehended or of stolen property bear a number, and as far as practicable, they are alphabetically arranged by counties. 9. The force which causes particulars concerning delinquents or stolen property to be inserted in the POLICE GAZETTE, must, on their apprehension or recovery, at once transmit to the Editor notice of the fact, referring to the number of the announcement, for insertion in the next issue. 10. In all cases the officer signing the request for the insertion of any announcement toill be wholly responsible for any proceedings which may result from such publication. 11. Announcements for the Friday issue should be forwarded so as to be received not later than noon on Wednesday, and for the Tuesday edition not later than Saturday morning. They must be clearly written on one side of the paper only ; they must be in the usual form, and accompanied' by a covering letter. 12. All payments must be in advance, either at the office, New Scotland Yard, by Postal Orde- or by Post Office Order payable at Parliament Street Pout 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 ( replication. R. ANDERSON. Editor. SPECIAL NOTICE. IDENTIFICATION OF PRISONERS. THE EDITOR requests that Chief Officers of Police, when forwarding for identification by the Metropolitan Police the Photographs anil descrip- tive forms of Persons in custody, will please see that the specific offence is stated, e. g. :— Stealing £ 1,000 from bank ; stealing pair of boots from shop door ; stealing bale of silk, van unattended, Ac.. & c. This may often prove a ready means of recognition, and Judges have recently complained of the absence of such particulars in dealing with previous convictions. INDEX TO SPECIAL NOTICES AND CAUTIONS Which have appeared in the POLICE GAZETTE during the past twelve months. ARCHER'S TABLET CO., Ill, Great Russell Street, W. C. ( P. G., No. 1480, March 4th, 1898). ASTORIA, —, 52, Maida Vale, London, Dealer in Dogs. ( P. G., No. 1510, June 17th, 1898). BROWN," PROFESSOR," lA, Hackney Road, Lon- don, N. E. ( P. G., No. 1536, September 16th, 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). CROWN PERFUMERY CO., 34, Arlington Street, Clerkenwell. ( P. G., No. 1550, November 4, 1898). DASM AIL, A., Box 171, Langdale House, Waltham- stow. ( P. G., No. 1536, September 16th, 1898). DRAPERY FRAUD. ( P. G., No. 1572, Januarv 20th, 1899). FRAIN," MADAME," 1 A, Hackney Road, London N. E. ( P. G., No. 1536, September 16tli, 1898). HAMBURG LOTTERIES. ( P. G., No. 1556, November 25th, 1898). HEWETT, alias TURNER, WHITEHOUSE, and THOMPSON. ( P. G. No. 1592, March 31st, 1899 . IIY POLITE & CO., Trundley's Road, Deptford. ( P. G. No. 1602, May 5th, 1899). MAY, GARLAND & Co., 18, Carburton Street, London, W. ( P. G., No. 1502, May 20th, 1898). PRESS RUG CO., 58a, Lauriston Road, Hacknev, London. ( P. G., No. 1488, April 1st, 1898). SPANISH SWINDLE. ( P. G., No. 1546, October 21st, 1898). TANQUEREY, A., 9, Rue de St. Petersbourg. Paris, free portrait fraud. ( P. G. No. 1548, October 28, and No. 1554, November 18, 1898). ZUILIA PERFUMERY CO., 13, Roseberv Avenue, E. G. ( P. G., No. 1478, February 25tli 1898). APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 1— Criminal Investigation De- partment• - For obtaining money by worth- less cheques on the London & South Western Bank, Vauxhall Branch— WILLIAM ARTHUR CORNALL, alias A. VIVIAN WOODWARD, age 32, height 5 ft. 10 in., slight build, rather sloping shoulders, complexion fair, hair light brown, lightish moustache ( turned up at ends and waxed) or may now be clean shaved, eyes blue, false teeth in front upper jaw, has a quick way of speaking and a very plausible manner; dress, dark grey frock coat with silk facings, dark tight- fitting trousers, dark silk tie with pearl pin, stand up collar, high silk hat, or check cap, and long light fawn- coloured overcoat, of gentlemanly appear- ance. A native of Bristol. Has several cheques in his possession on the above Bank, Nos. 410126 to 410150. He may represent that he is connected with the secret service or that he is a police officer. May have in his possession a new bicycle made by the New Hudson Cycle Extension Company. Warrant issued. « f s * 2.— B Division. — For stealing a three- quarter length sealskin cape, lined dark blue silk ; 1 imitation sealskin muff, 1 brown leather purse — MAY BAITETAIETS alius MARY and BEATRICE ROBERTS, age 37, height 5 ft. 5£ in., complexion pale, hair dark brown, large scar on chin, abscess scar left side of neck ; dress, dark blue skirt, black hat trimmed white feathers ; may be wearing the stolen cape and muff. A native of Herne Bay. 3>(> s% Warrant issued. 3.— X Division . — For embezzlement— CHARLES EDWARD SNELL, age 45, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion florid, hair brown : dress, brown tweed coat and vest, dark trousers, black hard felt hat, lace boots. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BERKSHIRE. 4.— Reading ( Borough).— For obtaining £ 2 by false pretences- SARAH ANN SMITH, age 45, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion dark ( sunburnt), round face, hair black, eyes dark brown ; dress, black jacket, dress and hat, white apron. A gipsy, travels the country with a donkey and cart. Is accompanied by her two daughters. May be hawking clothes pegs. Warrant issued. Information to Capt. Henderson, Chief Con- stable, Reading. 5.— Windsor { Bun/ ugh).— For stealing, 1st inst., a gold curb pattern double albert, 226 EM / 2 scratched on swivel; a gold fetter and ring ; double sliding ring gold albert 194 RD /- scratched on swivel— THOMAS NEWBOLD PIDDOCK, age 24, height 5 ft. 64 in., complexion fair, hair ( curly) sandy, eyes grey, mole left of neck, indistinct crossed swords, N. P. L. in mono- gram and anchor back left forearm ; dress, dark coat and vest, white straw hat with black band ; a native of Burton- on- Trent. Identical with WILLIAM SERSON, Case No. 23, 7th ult., and CHARLES WILSON alias WILLIAM SERSON, Case No. 51, 28th ult. Information to Chief Constable Carter, Windsor. DENBIGHSHIRE. 6.— Wrexham ( County).— For stealing a postal order for 10/-, and £ 51 — WILLIAM ARTHUR HESKETH, age 15, height about 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fair, hair light; dress, dark mixture tweed suit, dark green cap, may have with him a mackintosh. A native of Rhos Ruabon. Was employed as an errand boy. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Jones, Wrexham. ' DERBYSHIRE. 7— Chesterfield[ County).— For stealing, 14th ult., 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. ^ S~ sr 8.— Chesterfield Borough).— For steal- ing, 29th ult., 3 pipesand a razor ( 1 pipe and razor recovered)— EDWARD PEARCE, age 50, height 5 ft. 4 in., pock marked, hair ( turning grey) dark, moustache brown : dress, long black frock coat, light cloth trousers, black hard hat; a journeyman tailor. He offered the pipes ( 1 a meerschaum with silver ferrules, the other a briar), for sale at tailors' workshops. Warrant issued. 9.— Chesterfield Borough).— For steal- ing, 2nd inst., a gold oval shape brooch, raised centre ; 1 lady's silver geneva watch gold colour dial, and a long gold guard — EDITH WOOD, age 23, height about 5 ft. 2 in., stout build, com- plexion fresh, round features, hair dark brown, eyes blue ; dress, blue cloth dress, light fawn cape, black sailor hat, button shoes. Stated she had worked at a mill at Belper and at Derby, also that she intended to seek a situation as housekeeper. Warrant issued. Information to Head Constable Emery, Chester- field. 2 FRIDAY, JUNE 12, 1899. DEVONSHIRE. 10.— Exeter ( County .— For obtaining, 29th nit., at Yarcombe, by a worthless cheque on the Wilts and Dorset Bank, Exeter, alight bayihorse, 7 years, 15" 2 hands, face and one fore foot white, short tail, in fair condition ; a set of brown leather silver mounted harness, with curb, bit, and chain ; a high dog cart, painted dark blue, lever seat front and back, new lamps, with tin in sockets to keep them firm— G. THOMAS, age about 30, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., slight build, complexion fresh, hair brown, slight moustache ; dress, mixture suit and cap; a low horse dealer. He left Yarcombe with the above horse and cart on 30th ult., accom- panied by a man age about 30, height 5 ft. 7 in., short feet, peculiar walk ; dress, blue serge suit: who was driving a dark pony and trap. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable of Devon, Exeter. DORSETSHIRE. 11— Sturminster Newton County).— For neglecting to maintain his wife and family, whereby they became chargeable to the Stur- minster Union— SAMUEL ROSE, age about 50, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion, hair, whiskers, and moustache ( turning grey), and eyes dark, reserved in manner ; dress, velvet coat, plush vest, cord trousers, cap. An engine driver or carter ; native of Okeford Fitzpaine, Dorset. Warrant issued. Information to Inspector Collins, Sturminster Newton. FLINTSHIRE. 12.— Mold ( County).— For neglecting their children— JOHN WILLIAMS, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion dark, hair and moustache black, delicate appearance ; a hawker. ANN JANE WILLIAMS ( wife of above), age 28 to 30,. height 5 ft. 6 in., very stout build, addicted to drink. They are accompanied by a girl age 10, and three boys, ages ti years, 3 years, and 18 months respectively. Had with them a horse and small cart, may be found camping out. Warrant issued. Information to Supt . Davis, Mold. GLAMORGANSHIRE. 13.— Cardiff ( Borough).— For attempting to obtain £ 2 by false pretences 5th ult.— EDITH HALFORD, age 23, height 5 ft. 5 in., stout build, complexion ruddy, round face, low forehead, short nose, hair and eyes ( cast in one) dark ; dress, black three- quarter length jacket, brown fur trimming, dark blue dress, black and white straw hat. A domestic servant; native of Brecon. Absconded 6th ult. May be found at Salvation Army and other rescue homes, or in company of prostitutes. Warrant issued. li— Cardiff ( Borough).— For stealing £. 50 8th inst.— WILLIAM T. GRANT, age 23, height 5 ft. 7 in., slight build, complexion sallow, rather long face, hair ( short) brown, clean shaved, full eyes, short- sighted, wears concave pebble spectacles, walks quickly, leans his head forward and swings his hands, quiet manner; dress, brown tweed jacket and vest, new grey trousers, black bowler hat, lace boots. A clerk, and an amateur photog- rapher ; may endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Information to Head Constable McKenzie, Cardiff. 15.- Neath ( Borough).— For stealing a chim- ney sweeping machine — EDWARD CLARKE, age 28 to 3( 1, height about 5 ft. 1 in., slight build, complexion fair, thin features, hair and moustache brown, scar right cheek; dress, dark suit as usually worn by sweeps. Absconded 14th ult. Warrant issued. Information to Head Constable Evans, Neath. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. lti.— Northleach ( County).— For obtaining the post of headmaster of Yan worth School and the salary and monies payable as such head- master, between 25th Feb. last and 28th ult., with intent to defraud— GEORGE PASSMORE, alias JOHN VYE PARMINTER, age about 50, height 5 ft. 6 in., slight build, complexion fair, rather small features, hair ( bald on top), whiskers and moustache turning grey, eyes grey, impediment in speech, speaks quickly, closes his eyes when talking, right knee gives way inwards; dress, dark coat and vest, grey tweed trousers, high silk hat, generally carries a black thorn walking stick. May be accompanied by lfis wife, age about 45, and two daughters, ages 2( 1 and 11 respectively. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Supt. Everiss, Northleach HAMPSHIRE. 1".- Portsmouth ( Borough).— For stealing 2 postal orders ( 1 for £ 1 No. 500162 or 163, 1 for 5s. No. 470725 to 727) issued at Broseley, Salop, 14th ult. ; 1 English lever watch, open face, white dial, " F. Lewis" scratched on dome in 2 places, and Nos. 21146 and 38987 ( nearly new); 1 black leather purse, 3 compartments, knob fastening, containing a silver curb chain and 12s.— ERNEST DAY, age 19, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes grey, sear on nose. A groom ; native of Handsworth, Birmingham. Is an absentee from the Shropshire Light Infantry. Warrant issued. 18.- Portsmouth ( Borough).— For stealing an eight- day clock, white dial, English figures, black hands, walnut colour case, with three small wooden ornaments on top, glass door, winds at back : and £ 15 13s.— ELIZABETH CUDMORE, age 46, height 5 ft., complexion pale, hair light brown, 3 false teeth ; may be wearing a blue serge dress. Warrant issued. 19 — Portsmouth ( Borough).— For stealing 2 blue guernseys, 1 blue muffler, 1 blue stripe cotton shirt — JOHN EDWARD HUMBER- STONE, age 20, very short, thin face, complexion and hair dark ; supposed wearing the stolen pro- perty, dark blue trousers and old lace boots. Late a cook on a fishing smack, and may seek similar employment. r ff 20.- Portsmouth ( Borough).— For stealing £ 6, 27th ult.— FRANCIS GEORGE LYNCH, age 27, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion fair, hair light, eyes grey, dagger tattooed left forearm ; dress, dark plaid suit, soft felt hat, had with him a light skull cap ; a musician Is a deserter from the 1st Royal Berkshire Regiment. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Portsmouth. HERTFORDSHIRE. : l\— Hemel Hempstead ( County).— For stealing 24th ult , at Northchurch £ 4 5s. Od.— GEORGE WILLIAMS, age about 45, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fresh, hair ( turning grey) dark, moustache grey, scar left ear ; dress, dark pilot jacket, corduroy vest and trousers, black and white plaid scarf, light peak cap; a navvy. Stated he had been in the Grenadier Guards and police ; may be found at St. John's Wood. Warrant issued. 22.— Hemel Hempstead ( County).— For obtaining £ 500 by false pretences, 2nd February last, at Great Berkhampstead— FRANCIS ELLS- WORTH, an American, age about 40, height 5 ft. 11$ in., very slight build, complexion fair, long face, hair and moustache light brown, bald, eyes grey, speaks with American accent, quiet manner, a teetotaller : dress, dark clothes. A stenographer, Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Frogley, Hemel Hemsptead. KENT. 23.— Chatham ( County). — For deserting their families, CHARLES WINTER, alias C. H. CRAWFORD, age 22, height 5 ft. 5 in., stout build, complexion pale, hair dark brown, clean shaved, eyes blue, birthmark ( similar to cut with 2 or 3 stitches back of neck); wearing black serge jacket and vest, cloth cap, plaid scarf, light lace boots. A shunter; may be found at Hull or Grimbsy Fish Docks. — THOMAS WILLIAM BISHOP, age 31, height 5 ft. 7 in., very stout build, complexion fresh, hair brown ( turning grey) moustache ginger, eyes blue, female tattooed right forearm, scar left eyebrow; dress, blue serge jacket and vest, moleskin trousers, light cord cap, bine striped neckerchief, heavy lace boots. A cement labourer ; has served in the Army. Warrants issued. Information to Supt. Lacy, Chatham. 3 5. 24.— Cranhrook ( County).— For wilful damage and absconding from Cranbrook Work- house— WILLIAM McGORDON, age 43, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion fresh, hair and whiskers ( full) reddish brown ( turning grey), eyes blue, peculiar expression of eyes, repulsive looking ; dress, dark monkey jacket, cord trousers, shiny peak cap. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Fowle, Cranbrook. LANCASHIRE. 25.— Garstang ( County).— For housebreak- ing 6th inst., and stealing a silver Geneva watch, wdiite dial, hour hand missing; 1 silver brooch, about 2 ins. long; 1 brass watch key, " Carr, jeweller, Garstang," thereon, and £ 12 7s. 6d CYRIL R. CROSSLEY, age 15, height 5 ft. 1 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, left eye bruised and black; dress, corduroy suit, blue serge cap, nailed boots, uniform of the North Lancashire Reformatory. A native of Birken- head. Information to Supt. Proctor, Garstang. 26.— Liverpool ( City).— For stealing, 29th nit., a bright bay cob gelding; a Lome gig, builders, Lawton, Liverpool ; and a set of brass mounted harness— CHARLES TUCKER, age 35, height 5 ft. 10 or 11 in., complexion sallow, hair anil moustache dark brown, slight beard, speaks with American accent; dress, dark suit and overcoat, black Alpine hat. Stated he was a mineral water manufacturer, and was about to pur- chase a business. He obtained the above on trial for two days and absconded. Warrant issued. Information to the Head Constable, Detective Department, Liverpool. 27.— Southport ( Borough).— For failing to report — Licence Holder JOSEPH TURNER, Office No. 3191- 98, age 28, height 5 ft. 5$ in., com- plexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, tattooed star centre of chest, flower inside each calf, letters DESJCHADO, star, pierced heart, Polly and cross left forearm, star outer left upper arm and left wrist, mizpah and En avant back of left hand. A barber ; native of Wigan. Sentenced at Liver- pool, 3rd December, 1890 to 10 years penal servi- tude for wounding. Licenced 28th October, 1898, Q. 381. Information to the Chief Constable, Borough Police, Sonthport. MONMOUTHSHIRE. 28.— Tredegar ( County).— For stealing 4 suits of clothing, at Ebbw Yale, 10th ult.— ALEXANDRA MCDONALD, age about 28, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 ins., complexion very dark, hair ( turn- ing grey) and eyes dark, cut scar left side of face; dress, navy blue twill serge suit, black bowler hat, brown lace boots. A travelling draper, native of Lockerbie, Dumfries. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Allen, Tredegar. ^ c r NORFOLK. 2' X— Thetford ( County).— For obtaining by false pretences, 20th ult,, 3 jackets, ( 1 black beaver cloth, plain back, pearl buttons, 1 black cloth, lined striped heliotrope, 1 black box cloth); 1 black fancy chip hat, trimmed pink silk ribbon and spray ; 1 ditto trimmed shot silk, with two fancy pins and sprays attached, in a brown card- board box with red edge— A WOMAN, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion ruddy, hair ( parted in centre) dark, speaks slowly, wearing fawn jacket, black hat, carried a small light brown basket with two handles. She calls upon shop- keepers and obtains wearing apparel on approba- tion for her daughter who is going to service. Gave the name of Mrs. Bloy. Supposed wanted elsewhere. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. W right, East Harling, or to Inspector Simpson, Thetford. NORTHUMBERLAND. 30.— NewcastSe- on- Tyne ( City).— For failing to report, Licence holder GEORGE McGUIRE, alias JOHN McGUIRE and GEORGE SMITH, Office No. 2804- 98, age 66, height 5 ft. 5$ in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes grey: tattooed head and bust, of female and head and bust of male and bird front of left forearm, anchor, flag, swan, and T. H. front of right forearm, scars on head and chest. Sentenced at Durham Quarter Sessions, Hist December, 1894, to 5 years penal servitude for larceny ( person). Licenced 29- 9- 98, A P U 1310. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Superintendent, Detective Department, Newcastle- on- Tyne, OXFORDSHIRE. 31.— Oxford ( City).— For stealing from his lodgings a light plaid cap ; 1 pale blue Oxford shirt with yellow stripes ; 5 pocket handkerchiefs marked " R. L. S." or " M. E. L."; 1 red leather purse containing between 10s. and 14s.— FRED- ERICK JOHNSON, age about 21, height about 5 ft. 9 in., complexion very fair, clean shaved ; may be wearing a light plaid or dark jacket, tweed trousers, and the stolen cap. Has been employed by a baker ; stated he was a native of Tiverton, Devon. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Cole, Oxford SHROPSHIRE. 32.— Church Stretton ( County).— For larceny at Hopton Castle— GEORGE LELLO, age 58, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache light brown, nose deformed; dress, black cardigan jacket, drab cord trousers and vest, red scarf, dark grey flannel shirt, black hard hat. A labourer, native of Knighton, Radnorshire ; has worked as a bricklayer at collieries at Tredegar and Mountain Ash. Stays at common lodging houses. Warrant issued. Information to Inspector Barnett, Church Stretton. TUESDAY, APRIL 12."), 1899. T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. 3 PORTRAITS OF PERSONS WANTED. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 35. Liverpool { City). — Portrait and des- cription of GEORGE HENRY NICHOLLS, whose apprehension is sought for forgery : age 23 ( looks older), height 5 ft. in., complexion sallow, thin face, slightly hollow cheeks, hair brown, clean , close set and peculiar twitching eyes, STAFFORDSHIRE. 37.— Walsall { Borough).— Portrait and des- cription of GEORGE HOPKINS, whose appre- hension is sought for embezzling ,£ 30— Age about 28, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., slight build, complexion Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. 33. — R Division.— Woodcut portrait and description of EDITH BUTLER alias ARM- STRONG, whose apprehension is sought for steal- ing,', 1th ult., 2 watches ( I goltl demi- hunter, No. 1142, 1 silver Geneva keyless); 1 gold brooch, composed of an American 20 dollar piece, and teeth discoloured, wearing when last seen blue suit and billycock hat. Is a good billiard player, fond of yachting and horse- racing. Lately carried on the business of a tobacco broker, and last resided at Hoylake, Cheshire. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Head Constable, Detective Department, Liverpool. pale, large dimple on chin, of delicate and sickly appearance. Is fond of betting ; will probably be found at race meetings in company of bookmakers. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Taylor, Walsall. £ 60.— Age 28, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion dark, hair dark brown, eyes dark, droops her eyelids when speaking; dress, black dress, jacket or cape, black hat trimmed yellow poppies. Sup- posed a native of Leicester. Warrant issued. WARWICKSHIRE. DORSETSHIRE. 31.— Sherborne { County). — Portrait and description of JULIAN GWYTHER, a solicitor, late of Sherborne, whose apprehension is sought for converting trust property to his own use; age 50, height 5 ft. 6 in., rather round shouldered, face LANCASHIRE. 36.— Burnley { Borough).— Portrait and des- cription of ALBERT EDWIN POLLARD, whose apprehension is sought for forgery ; age about 35, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion pale, hair 38.— Solihull ( county).— Woodcut portrait and description of JOHN DANKS, whose appre- hension is sought for a murderous assault on his wife at Sparkhill on 6th inst., age about 39, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 ins., complexion sallow, hair and blotched. Has recently resided at Warwick Road, Earl's Court, S. W. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Simpson, Sherborne. ( thin) and eyes ( rather full) brown, clean shaved, of smart appearance, late a solicitor. It is sup- posed he will endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Burnley. moustache dark brown, 2 warts or moles on left side of throat, abscess scar back of neck, walks with short quick step ; dress, dark fawn dust coat, check trousers, black hard hat, lace boots with square toes, of dirty appearance. A machinist in a cycle factory, formerly employed as a stock and die worker. Native of Birmingham. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Carbis, Solihull. 2 T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. TUESDAY, APRIL 12, 1899. SHROPSHIRE. 39.— Ludlow ( County).— For embezzlement — OSWALD LITTLETON ANTHONY, age 35 to 38, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fair, hair ( curly in front) and slight moustache light, rather large head, hands, and feet, slightly bow- legged, rolling gait; dress, slate- coloured suit, black hard hat. A draper's traveller ; may join the Salvation Army. He left here 29th ult., and stated he was going to America. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Supt. Clialloner, Ludlow 40.— Oswestry ( County). — MARY ANN EDWARDS, Case No. 42, 9th December 1898. Warrant withdrawn. SOMERSETSHIRE. 41.— Bath { City). — For obtaining by false pretences, a bicycle ( recovered)— J. NICKOLSON age about 38, height about 5ft 6- in., rather stout build, complexion dark, full face, hair, moustache, and short whiskers black ; dress, black morning coat and vest, grey trousers, black peak cap, shoes. He represented himself to be a book publisher's agent. Warrant issued. Information to Lieut. Colonel Gwyn, Chief Constable, Bath. SUFFOLK ( East). 42. — Framlingham { County). — For stealing a bicycle ( recovered) — HERBERT ASHTON, age 28 to 30, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion, hair and eyes dark, clean shaved ; dress, navy blue serge suit, cord cap ; a theatrical agent. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Balls, Framlingham. SUFFOLK ( West). 43.— Bury St. Edmunds ( County). — For stealing ( bailee) 6th inst., a safety bicycle, " Ensign Montgomery and Co., Bury St. Edmunds" on front of frame, smooth French " Dunlop " tyres, flat handle bar, cork handles with tortoiseshell tips, rat trap pedals, with detachable rubbers, " Lamp- lough's" saddle, geared to 70— FRED WILSON, age about 26, height 5 ft. 10 in. complexion fresh, hair dark, slight moustache, slight cast in one eye ; dress, black coat and vest, dark grey trousers, small blue cap ( all much worn). Has been em- ployed as a stage carpenter with the Geisha Company for 3 or 4 years. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Clarke, Bury St. Edmunds. SURREY. ii— Chertsey ( County).— For obtaining £ 14 19s. 6d. by false pretences, 23rd March last, at Egham— PERCY JONES, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fair, mole right eyelids Supposed identical with WILLIAM SERSON, Case No. 35, 31st March last, and CHARLES WILSON, Case No. 44,14th ult. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hackman, Chertsey. 45.— Hersham ( County).— For embezzling £ 1 2s. 6d. between January 1st and 23rd Mar., at Walton - 011 - Thames — JAMES WEST, age 35, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fair, full face, broad forehead, hair brown, gunshot marks on arm. A brewer's agent. Absconded about 23rd ult. Warrant issued. Information to Superintendent Boon, Hersham. SUSSEX ( East). 46.- East Grinstead ( County). — For obtaining food by false pretences, 20th and 21st ult. — WILLIAM PAYNE, alias STANFORD and LUCKINGS, age about 70, height 5 ft. 4 to 6 in., complexion fair, hair, long whiskers, and moustache, and eyes grey, cut. mark right side of forehead; dress, dark grey suit, dark blue tie with safety pin, black Alpine hat, lace boots. He obtains lodgings, & c., stating he has just arrived from Australia, where he has property, and that liis luggage will arrive by the next train, and his motor car in a few days. He stays a day or two, and absconds without paying. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Relf, East Grinstead. 47 — Eastbourne ( Borough).— For Stealing 1st inst., a lady's " Raglan " safety bicycle, 22 inch frame, enamelled black, No. 38942 stamped on top of seat tube one side, 115 on other, upturned handle bars, cork handles, " Dunlop" tyres, 28- inch front, 26- inch back wheel, tangent spokes, black leather gear case with celluloid opening showing chain wheel, " Raglan " transfer on head and back mudguard, black cord dress guard, " Lucas" baby bell— A WOMAN, who gave the name of F. JONES, age about 30, height about 5 ft. 6 in., slight build ; dress, dark brown dress, black hat. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Plumb, East- bourne. ft? ? 48.— Hastings ( Borough).— For stealing, 6th inst., a lady's " Wolverhampton Humber " bicycle, " Carter's " gear case, " Brook's B. 40 " saddle, raised handle bars, cork grips, ( rather worn), 22 inch frame, enamelled black, front fork scratched, cranks rusty— MISS SMITH ( supposed false), age about 28, height about 5 ft. 6 in., complexion and hair dark, full face, prominent cheek bones. Warrant issued. ^ 49.- Hastings ( Borough). • For stealing 27th ult., a " Special St. James" bicycle, gold transfer " No. 1" on head, B. S. A. fittings, " Dunlop " tyres, back tyre repaired, " Westwood " rims, drop handle bar, rubber break, dent in head tube— T. PURKISS ( supposed false) age 25 to 30, height about 5 ft. 5 in., complexion and hair dark, clean shaved, eyes ( sunken) dark brown, of Jewish appearance ; dress, blue serge suit, lace boots. $ s Warrant issued. 50.— Hastings ( Borough).— For deserting his wife and children, leaving them chargeable to the Hastings Union— CHARLES JOHN BOUT- WOOD, age about 30, height about 5 ft. 2 in., com- plexion very pale, hair dark brown, moustache light, eyes dark brown, small lump on back of head ; dress, black diagonal coat and vest, grey- plaid trousers, brown cap, lace boots. Of good address. A grocer's assistant. Warrant issued. 51.— Hastings ( Borough).— For stealing a lady's gold albert; 2 small chains with large ball at end ; 1 silver shamrock leaf brooch ; 1 pair round silver earrings, and a large yellow silk handkerchief with black spots and red border— HENRY, alias WILLIAM NELSON, age 38, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion dark, hair and heavy moustache dark brown, eyes hazel; dress, dark pilot jacket and vest, slate colour trousers with small black stripe, blue serge peak cap. A painter, native of London. Carries a black bag containing his tools. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Hastings. SUSSEX ( West). 52— Worthing ( County). — For stealing 24th ult., a lady's silver watch, open face, chased back, No. ( supposed) 3409, plain silver curb chain attached; 1 old silver verge watch.— LIZZIE FINCH, age 21, height 5 ft. 6 ins., slight build, complexion and hair dark, dress, black jacket, blue dress, grey fur, black sailor hat.— MARTHA TUGWELL, age 19, height 5 ft. 1 in., rather stout build, complexion fair, dress, black and grey speckled jacket, red dress, white sailor hat. Both late of Brighton. » Warrant issued. 53.— Worthing ( County). — For stealing 27th ult., a brown leather purse containing £ 9, GEORGE PARKER, age 25 or 26, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 ins., slight build, complexion fair, hair brown, dress dark mixture jacket, light cloth trousers, grey cap, a pedlar, supposed a native of Hastings, carried a carpet bag and a brown oval- shape tin box. He left here 27th ult. accom- panied by his wife age 25, height 5 ft. 7 ins., complexion fresh, hair light brown, dress black skirt, blue bodice, long black jacket, black sailor hat, with black ribbon, red silk neckerchief old boots, wearing large silver earrings. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Bridger, Worthing. WARWICKSHIRE. 54.— Birmingham ( City).— For embezzling £ 4 10s., 15th ult.— CHARLES JONES, alias DAVID BALE, age about 23, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fresh, full red face, hair brown, two front teeth missing, turns his toes inwards ; dress, blue serge suit, red tie. A butcher, native of Wigan. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Birmingham. 55 - Coventry ( City).— For stealing, 1st inst. 40 gold rings, 9 and 18 carat, ( 30 oval shaped keepers, chased, 10 mizpah twisted pattern, rows of knobs between), all bearing one of the follow- ing marks inside " C. N. Bros." 9.375, " C. Bros." E. V." " B. Bros." ( 5 of above have been re- covered). THOMAS SIMPSON, age 30 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair ( bald on top) brown •, slight moustache, scar sup- posed on one cheek, talks through his nose, dress, light brown jacket and vest, brown cord trousers, split across right knee, cloth cap, old boots, ap- pearance of a tramp. He was discharged from the army in 1890. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Gray, Coventry. WESTMORLAND. 56. — Kendal ( Borough). — For obtaining money by false pretences 27th ult.— ALEXANDER GRAY", a canvasser, age about 60, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., stout build, complexion florid, hair and beard turning grey, usually wears eye glasses, walks very erect; dress, long black worsted jacket, braided at edges, dark grey vest and trousers, hard felt hat, shoes, light mackintosh overcoat; of good address. Represents that he is employed as a canvasser for the North Western Trades Directory from which employment he was dismissed in November last. Warrant issued. Information to Acting Chief Constable Winn, Kendal. WILTSHIRE. 57. Swindon ( County). — For obtaining goods by a fict itious cheque— S LAWRENCE, alias F. MIDDLETON, age about 25, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion and moustache dark, hair dark brown ; dress, grey tweed suit, silk hat, sometimes wears alpine hat, dark tie with pearl pin surrounded with brilliants. Had with him a brown leather portmanteau. Supposed identical with man Case No. 16, 21st ult. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Robinson, Swindon. £ 1 REWARD. 58. Warminster ( County). — For ab- sconding from the Wiltshire Reformatory School, 23rd ult.— THOMAS BODMAN, age 16, height about 5 ft. 3 in., well built, complexion fresh, hair light brown ; dress, dark jacket, dark cord trousers, blue check shirt, " 4i" marked on front. A native of Bradford- on- Avon. May endeavour to join the army or navy. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Lane, Warminster, by whom the above reward will be paid to any person giving such information as will lead to the appre- hension of Bodman. WORCESTERSHIRE. 59.— Evesham ( County).— For embezzling £ 2 0s. 9d., 25th ult.— CHARLES BAYLIS, age about 30, height 5 ft. 6 in., full face, hair light brown, very slight moustache, mole corner of one eye, leans forward and walks with slouching gait; drees, dark jacket and vest, dirty cord trousers, grey cap and white muffler, strong lace boots ; was employed delivering coal, and stated he had been employed at similar work near Birmingham. Stays at common lodging houses. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Cope, Evesham. tr- 60.— Worcester ( County).— For embezzling £ 3 18s. l^ d. at Broadheath, 9th inst.— CECIL WRIGHT, age 20 ( looks younger), height about 5 ft., complexion pale, rather sunburnt, thin face, hair brown, eyes grey, abscess ( recently operated upon) under chin; dress, dark mixture cloth jacket and vest, cord trousers, Worcester Union stamp mark thereon, grey cloth cap, nail boots. A farm servant; native of Worcester. Has been employed at Ledbury, Birmingham, and Worcester. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Wheeler, County Police Office, Worcester, YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 61— Sheffield ( City).— For embezzling £ 5, 10th ult., and other sums — ALEXANDER STEWART, age about 26, height 5 ft. 8 in., com plexion, hair, and small moustache dark, broad shoulders, wearing dark coat and vest, felt hat, brown boots, dark overcoat. A spirit traveller ; native of Blaram, near Oban. Absconded 1st inst. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Scott, Sheffield. 62 — York ( City).— For stealing 6th Inst a horse ( recovered) — THOMAS WARDEN, age about 28 ( looks older), height about 6 ft., slight build, complexion fair, hair and moustache light, dress, dark blue overcoat, slack breeches, brown leggings and cap. He hired the horse at a livery stable, stating he was the local agent for the " Union Feeding Company of Liverpool," and that he was going to canvas in the neighbouring villages. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Farndale, York. 63 — Doncaster ( Borough).— For abscond- ing 23rd ult., with workhouse clothing— PETER LOGAN, age 50 ( looks younger, height 5 ft. 6 in., slight build, complexion pale, hair and moustache light sandy, lisps slightly, speaks with strong Irish accent ; dress, mixture tweed suit, faint lines forming inch squares, hard felt hat, lace boots, linings of sleeves, inside back of vest and back of trousers stamped " Doncaster Union." Supposed making his way to Nottingham. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Lister, Doncaster. FRIDAY, MAY 12, 1899. THE POLICE GAZETTE. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT G4.— C Division•— Committed for trial at North London Sessions, 16th inst., for shop- breaking— JAMES CLAREMONT, alias BILL HAWKER, age 52, height 5 ft. 9£ in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache brown ( turning grey), eyes blue, deep abscess scar over left eye, scars right temple, left cheek, left shoulder blade and left breast, brown birthmarks on back, shoulders, and stomach ; dress, black Melton overcoat, grey jacket suit, black- hard felt hat, button boots. Has the appearance of a mechanic. ALFRED BOLT, alias DUKE and LITTLE ALFRED, age 48, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion sallow, hair ( bald on top), whiskers and moustache black ( turning grey), eyes brown, scars left jaw, over left eye, back of neck, and large circular scar inside left knee ; dress, blue Melton overcoat, grey jacket suit, black hard felt hat, lace boots. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office. New Scotland Yard, S. W. MONTGOMERYSHIRE. 65- Welshpool ( County).— Committed for trial at Quarter Sessions for burglary— CHARLES WOODCOCK, age 25, height 5 ft. 5J in., com- plexion fresh, hair and eyes dark brown, leaf and 15 dots tattooed left forearm, woman, monkey, butterfly and C W right forearm. A tramping labourer. Has served in the Montgomeryshire militia. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Crowden, Welshpool. PROPERTY STOLEN. AYRSHiRE. 06.— Irvine ( County). — Between 6th and 20th ult., a lady's diamond ring, set 3 diamonds, the centre diamond much larger than the other 2, small diamond points at the corner of each setting; valuable. Information to the Chief Constable of Ayrshire, Ayr, or to Supt. Smith, Irvine. BERKSHIRE. 67.— Reading ( Borough). — 2nd inst., a " Beeston " roadster safety bicycle. " Beeston " transfer on head, rubber pedals, flat handle bar, " Beeston " tyres, tangent spokes, 28- inch front 26- inch back wheels, brown leather saddle, brake, bell, lamp, and bag— by A MAN, age 23, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., complexion, hair, slight moustache, and eyes dark, full face, of good address ; dress, blue serge suit and cap. iiivi 68.— Reading [ Borough).— 5tli inst., a safety bicycle, 24 in. frame," Ixion " tyres, flat handle bar, cork handles, transfer " Oslade " on frame, no brake or mudguards.— By A MAN, age about 30, height 5 ft. 8 in., hair and moustache dark ; dress, blue serge suit, black soft felt hat. Information to Capt Henderson, Chief Constable, Reading. BUCKINGHAMSHIRE. 69.— Slough { County).— 9th inst., a nearly new safety bicycle, black throughout except handle bars which are " Rudge" pattern and plated, " Bound's" fittings, ordinary bell. " Brook's " saddle, rat- trap pedals, " Dunlop " tyres, transfer on head " James Taylor, 27, Oxford Road, Windsor, cycle agent," no brake, step, lamp or mudguards. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Sutton, Slough. ESSEX. 70.— Southend- on- Sea ( County').— 7th inst.. an English lever watch, No. 39259. Information to Supt. Simmonds, Southend- on- Sea. HERTFORDSHIRE. 71.— Hitchin ( County).— 3rd inst at Kimpton, 1 plain brown leather bag, snap fastening, about 18 in. long ; 1 blue bird's eye jacket; 1 dark blue cap ; 1 pair top boots ; 1 pair breeches ; 1 pair spurs, stamped " Peel " and boot hooks. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Rey- nolds, Hitchin. KENT. 72.— Ashford ( County).— 3rd inst., a pneu- matic safety bicycle, black enamelled, usual parts plated, frame about 31 in., double top bar, nearly all B. S. A. fittings, chain, '' Brampton'' disc adjust- ing hubs, " Brook's" saddle, square lamp bracket, gear case recently removed, part of aluminium pneumatic brake fitted to front fork, rat- trap pedals, handle bar of peculiar curved shape, felt handles, fitted with mudguards, new copper rivet fixing rear guard to back stay on right side, tool bag with celluloid window fitted to bar, makers name " Hayward, Onward Cycle Works, Ashford," on back mudguard and " C. M. Vernon " on plate on front bar. Information to Supt. Bailey, Ashford. 73.— Canterbury ( Comity).— 26th ult.. at Whitstable, a pneumatic safety bicycle, " The Referee," ' 93 make, A. B. tyres, diamond frame, painted black, usual parts plated, cork handles, two nuts of one pedal, one on other, top stay has a distinct upward slant, front fork bent, one saddle stay broken. Information to Supt. Sargent, County Police Office, Canterbury. OXFORDSHIRE. 74.— Oxford ( City).— 8th inst., by burglary — 1 gold medal about in. in diameter, Queen's head on face and probably " Victoria College, Jersey," and 1883 or 4 on back ; 1 small tliin gold medal, shape of triangular shield with " Quenvais or QuennevaisG. C." thereon ; 1 silver card case with picture of Victoria College, Jersey, on one side and crest ( dog) on the other ; 1 round silver box about 3£ ill. in diameter, in. high, removable lid, mainly composed of worked silver and decorated with slip of beaten gold round side and circular patch on lid, African work ; 1 silver midget photograph frame, oblong, decorated with silver wire ; 1 enamel and silver do., round, green enamel edge with silver bands and very thin silver bow on top ; 1 silver box, copy of old English tea caddy with figures chased on sides and top, hinged lid, size about 4 in. by 3 in.: 1 silver box. re- movable lid, figures as on preceding, size about 4 in. by 2 in. ; 1 silver ornament, very old looking, in shape of beer cup, chased, small figure on top ; 1 fancy shaped silver spoon, curled and worked handle, very old looking ; 1 new silver caddy spoon, open work bowl and slightly curved handle ; 1 silver spoon, plain bowl, straight nandle with figure of man in uniform ( old English) at the end ; 1 pair of silver snuffers, figure of man standing on tortoise, originally silver gilt but now- worn off except inside the blades ; 1 silver pen and pencil case ; 1 silver mounted magnifying glass, 6 or 7 in. long the handle decorated and the glass surrounded with silver band : 1 paper knife, ivory blade and silver ( or plated) handle ; four filigree silver coffee cup holders, shape of small egg cups, Chinese work ; 1 silver mug, frosted silver with flowers and butterflies thereon, handle a copy of bent bamboo, about 5 in. high, Chinese work; 1 repeating striking carriage clock, about 5£ in. high, white face, blue figures, " R. & Co." stamped on movement at back.— Suspicion is attached to A MAN, case No. 31. Information to Chief Constable Cole, Oxford. SURREY. 75. — Hersham ( County). — 6th inst.,, by burglary at Esher, 6 table spoons, 11 dessert spoons, 12 tea spoons, 8 large forks, 12 small forks, 1 butter knife ( all plated) ; 1 cup, 1 snuff box, 1 match box, 1 tape measure, 2 spoons, 2 filigree dishes, 1 tea caddy, 1 heart- shaped dish ( all silver) ; 1 silver top glass box, 3 silver top scent bottles, cut glass ( 1 red), 1 green and gold ormolu clock, 1 tortoise shell crook handle umbrella ; supposed by A MAN, age about 35, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., ginger moustache; wearing black coat and black hard felt hat, the appearance of a mechanic. 8th inst, at Downside, Cobham. 1 silver bowl, about 5 inches high, standing on three feet, plain with filigree edge, monogram R. A. P. engraved thereon ; 1 small square silver box, beaten silver, embossed with figures about 5 in. by 3 in.; 1 taper candlestick ( small) plain with beaded edge ; a tortoise shell horse shoe clock, letter weight and clock combined: 1 medium size Queen Anne silver drinking cup, plain, with two handles ; 2 small silver spoons, two inches long, handle the shape of a lobster ; 3 silver handled paper knives, ( 1 tortoise shell blade, 2 ivory ditto); " silver trinkets" viz., filigree jug, cup and saucer, coffee pot and kettle, all made to fasten on watch chain ; small filigree round box, with match holder inside. Information to Supt. Boon, Hersham. 76.- Reigate [. Borough).— Between 20th and 25th ult., a lady's gold Geneva watch, gold face, black hands, chased back; 1 long gold chain, small links, has been broken and tied with white cotton, gold pencil case, cross shape, with silver ends, and a spade guinea, dated 1758, attached. Suspicion is attached to TWO MEN, one age 23. height 5 ft. 5£ in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes hazel. A flower hawker. Information to Head Constable Metcalfe. Redhill. ANIMALS, & c., STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 77.— N Division.— Between 30th ult. and lst inst. at Islington— a black mare, aged, 16 hands, blaze brown face, splints both forelegs, near fetlock white, off heel greasy and swollen, in good condition. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. PERSONS OR BODIES FOUND. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 78.— Selby ( County).— 6th inst., in the river Ouse at Barlow, the body of a MALE CHILD, about 4 or 5 weeks old. decomposed, a narrow strip of coarse harden tied tightly round the neck, appears to have been in the water some time. A verdict of wilful murder was returned at the inquest on 9th inst. Information to Supt. Stott, Selby. APPREHENSIONS. 79.- Herefordshire, Ross ( County).— — WILSON, Case No. 16, 5th inst, 80. — Yorkshire ( West Riding), York City).— PERCY EVANS, alias GEORGE DAVIS, Case No. 49, 5tli inst., at Hull, and part of property recovered. LATEST INFORMATION. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT LANCASHIRE. 81.- Bolton ( County).— For stealing two books at Farnworth, 4th inst.— HERBERT or BERTIE JACKSON, alias ERNEST KENNEDY JACKSON, age about 35, height 5 ft, 8i in., com- plexion pale, large head, round face, hair dark, clean shaved, slight peculiarity of eyes; dress, black suit, coat supposed Chesterfield make, lace boots turned up at toes, carries a walking stick ; a reporter. He attends popular events and obtains money on the pretence that the report will appear in a newspaper. He also represents that he is connected with the London " Daily Standard," and that he has been sent to the cotton district to report matters for insertion in that paper. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Leeming, County Police Office, Bolton. WARWICKSHIRE. 82.- Coventry ( City).— For obtaining, 28th ult., by a worthless cheque on the Midland Counties District Bank, 5 gold watches ( 1 18- ct. lever, crystal bevel, white dial, steel hands, full jewelled, expansion balance, f plate, ordinary sprung hollow fuzee, opens at front, keyholes engraved, No. 277115 on case and painted on dial, maker's mark " C. B." on case; 1 18- ct. fuzee capped lever, jewelled in 6 holes, sprung over, expansion balance, white dial, sunk seconds, steel hands, fully engraved, opens at front, Lunett glass, No. 1388 and maker's mark " W. Y." on case ; 1 ditto, with cream double sunk dial, gold hands, No. 0814 and " W. Y." on case; 1 lady's 14- ct. Swiss crystal Geneva, fancy dial; 1 ditto, 9- ct. Geneva, key winder, gilt dome, fancy dial)— C. H. FORD, alias SIMPSON ( supposed false), age- about 35, height about 5 ft. Ill or 11 in., slight build, complexion fresh, long features, high cheek bones, hair brown ; dress, black overcoat, chain tab ( broken), black jacket and vest, dark check- trousers, light cap intermixed with red. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Gray, Coventry. 6 FRIDAY, May 12, 1899. WORCESTERSHIRE. 83—. King's Heath ( County).— For em- bezzling £ 49—' WALTER HARRISON, age 28, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, long features, hair and moustache brown ; dress ( supposed), brown tweed coat and vest, grey tweed trousers. A grocer's manager; native of Harborne. Bir- mingham. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Wasley, King's Heath. PROPERTY STOLEN. LINCOLNSHIRE. 84— Spalding ( County).— 17th ult., a small black leather case containing 1 gold brooch, set large oblong amethyst surrounded with turquoise and pearls; 1 do., snake pattern, set emeralds, pendant to match ; 1 do., swallow shape, set diamonds ; 1 do, safety, set diamonds ; L do., " E " in pearls ; 1 lady's gold watch, English lever, No. 10365 ; 1 gold chain, cable pattern, with gold 7/ 6 piece and gold green pencil case attached; 1 lady's gold dress ring, cameo figure of woman ; 1 do., buckle, set row turquoise on band and buckle ; 1 do., opal, diamond each side ; 1 do., set 2 diamonds and three emeralds; 1 do., black enamel, set pearl in claw setting ; 1 gold muff chain, set pearls, 1 fancy heart and 1 small gold fish charm attached ; 1 neck chain, rather large gold locket, set pearls and turquoise shape of wlieatsheaf, containing portraits of lady and gentleman, attached; 1 gold necklet, snake pattern, fastens with snake's head snap, set emeralds, small gold heart attached; 1 gold bangle, set diamond and 3 corals alternately ; 1 do., set diamond and turquoise ; 1 do., set pearl and turquoise ; 1 brown mosaic bracelet, flowers painted on medallions connected with small gold chain round edges; 1 scarf pin, set paste and diamond ; 1 gold brooch. Information to Supt. Osborn, Spalding, MISSING. 85. — 5th inst., A LADY, age 40, height 5 ft. 6 in., thin build, hair dark ( turning grey), large hazel eyes; dress, black serge dress, black straw hat trimmed black and white striped ribbon and cream roses, dark grey tweed golf cape, grey spats. Linen marked " F. H." Information to be forwarded to the Supt. Executive Branch, Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. List of Licence Holders, Supervisees, Expirees, etc., who have been re- apprehended, for the month of April, 1899, with the results, etc. ALEXANDER. WILLIAM ALLISON. WILLIAM ANDREWS. ALEXANDER ANDREWS, JOSEPH ANDREWS, WILLIAM BALFOUR, ALFRED H. L. BARRETT. JOHN BARTLEY, WALTER BAXTER. JOHN EDWIN BEAUFORT. JAMES BEAVER. WILLIAM BEDDES. JOHN COLE, WILLIAM COOPER. JOSEPH COURTNEY. JOHN CURLEY, WILLIAM DONOVAN. JOHN DOOLAN. THOMAS ELLIS, MARY EVERETT. JOHN FERGUSON, MARY FREEMAN. ERNEST GIBBON. EDWARD SEPTIMUS GIBBS. HENRY GORMAN. ALFRED GREEN. THOMAS HALL, JOSEPH HALL. WILLIAM HANSON, CHARLES HART, EDWARD HATTON, CHARLES HAYES, THOMAS HOLLAND. JOHN HOPE. SAMUEL HOPWOOD, SARAH JACKSON. JAMES JACKSON, JOHN JOHNSON. DAVID JOHNSON. JAMES JOHNSON. JOHN JOHNSTONE, WILLIAM JONES, EMMA JONES, GEORGE JONES. THOMAS JONES. WILLIAM JUPP, RICHARD KERNAN. FRANCIS KING. GEORGE LESTER, JOSEPH LYNN. JOSEPH MAHONEY. JOHN McEWEN. WILLIAM H. McGLYNN, THOMAS MEREDITH. GEORGE MILLS, JOHN MURRAY. JANE NAGLE. LOUISA NEWMAN, HENRY O'BRIEN, JEREMIAH O'SHAUGNESSY. WILLIAM QUAIL. HENRY RAY, WILLIAM RICKETT, GEORGE RUSSELL. MARGARET SEYMOUR, WILLIAM SMITH, THOMAS STARKEY, WILLIAM SULLIVAN. JOHN SUMMERS, JAMES THEVENON. HENRY UNSWORTH. SARAH ANN WAKELING. WILLIAM WALKER. WILLIAM WEBB. GEORGE WEBBER. HENRY WESTPHAL. ERNEST WHITE, GEORGE WILKINSON, GEORGE WILLIAMS. GEORGE WILLIAMSON, THOMAS WILLOW. GEORGE WILSON. ALFRED WILSON. JOHN WOODHOUSE. JAMES WORMALD. JAMES WRIGHT, ALFRED WRIGHT. WILLIAM Fresh Offence with which charged. Larceny ( person) Larceny ( person) Assault Larceny Assault Date and Place. Robbery with violence Wounding Larceny Burglary Larceny ( Railway Station) Uttering Larceny ( person) Larceny Larceny Larceny Larceny Drunk. & c. Suspected person Larceny Larceny Larceny Wilful damage Larceny Larceny Assault Drunk fcc. Rogue and vagabond Larceny Fraud Drunk & c. Larceny Burglary Failing to report Larceny Larceny Drunk anil assault Assault Larceny ( trick) Resisting police Larceny Housebreaking Larceny Robbery Larceny Suspected person Refractory pauper Housebreaking Larceny ( person) Housebreaking Attempted warehousebreaking and possessing housebreak ing implements Larceny ( person) Larceny Disorderly conduct Burglary Larcenj' ( person) Larceny ( person) Assault Larceny Assault Assault Attempted larceny ( till) Assault Larceny Wilful damage Assault Larceny Larceny ( person) Ih- unk.'& c. Prevention of Crimes Act Larceny Larceny ( person) Suspected person Failing to report Larceny Drunk, & c. Attempted larceny ( person) Burglary Unlawful possession Larceny Suspected person Housebreaking Burglary Larceny ( person) Drunk. & c. Fraud Fraud Prevention of Crimes Act IS months hard labour Bound over 2 months hard labour 14 days hard labour Fined £ 5 or 1 month hard labour 12 months hard labour and 20 lashes 8 months hard labour 12 months hard labour 3 years penal servitude 18 months hard labour 18 months hard labour 12 months hard labour 4 months hard labour 12 months hard labour 10 days hard labour 18 months hard labour Fined 5s., or 5 days 3 months hard labour 3 months hard labour 18 months hard labour 18 months hard labour 9 months hard labour 7 years penal servitude 6 months hard labour 2 months hard labour Fined 10s. or 7 days hard labour 6 weeks hard labour 3 months hard labour 12 months hard labour and 5 years supervision Fined 40s.. or 1 month hard labour 3 months hard labour 18 months hard labour Bound over 3 years penal servitude 8 months hard labour 3 months hard labour Fined 20s., or 14 days hard labour 3 years penal servitude 14 days hard labour 18 months hard labour 6£ years penal servitude 10 days hard labour 12 months hard labour 21 days hard labour 3 months hard labour 21 days hard labour 12 months hard labour 5 years penal servitude 5 years penal servitude 5 years penal servitude 6 months hard labour 6 months hard labour Fined 5s. 18 months hard labour 20 months hard labour 12 months hard labour 1 month hard labour 3 months hard labour 3 months hard labour 21 days hard labour 8 months hard labour 21 days hard labour 15 months hard labour Fined Is. and C3 damages, or 7 days hard labour 1 month hart I labour 5 months hard labour 21 days hard labour 7 days hard labour 12 months hard labour 4 months hard labour 9 months hard labour 3 months hard labour 6 months hard labour 4 months hard labour 5 days hard labour 3 months hard labour 6 months hard labour 2 months hard labour 6 months hard labour 3 months hard labour 5 years penal servitude and 3 years police supervision 6 years penal servitude 3 months hard labour Fined 10s. or 7 days 18 months hard labour 18 months hard labour 12 months hard labour 18th April, North London Sessions 19th April, North London Sessions 1st April, West Ham Petty Sessions I lth April, Stratford Petty Sessions 7th April. 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Thames Police Court 8th April, Middlesex Sessions 6th April, North London Sessions loth April, Clerkenwell Police Court 22nd April, Worship Street Police Court 11th April, Central Criminal Court 4th April, Southwark Police Court 12th April, South London Sessions 8th April, Middlesex Sessions 6th April, North Loudon Police Court 11th April, Central Criminal Court 22nd April, Marlborough Street Police Court 11th April, Lambeth Police Court 12th April, Croydon, Petty Sessions 18th April, North London Sessions 5th April, North London Sessions 8th April, Middlesex Sessions 6th April, North London Sessions 13th April, South London Sessions 12th April, South London Sessions 1st April, Marylebone Police Court 5th April, North London Sessions 5th April, North London Sessions 19th April, North London Sessions 2- lth April, Worship Street Police Court 1st April, Marlborough Street Police Court 21st April, Clerkenwell Police Court ISth April, Southwark Police Court 13th April, West London Police Court 7th April, Southwark Police Court 18th April, North London Sessions 15th April, West London Police Court 24th April, South Western Police Court 13th April, Croydon Quarter Sessions 17tli April, Clerkenwell Police Court 3rd April, Westminster Police Court 24th April, Clerkenwell Police Court 18th April, North London Sessions 19th April, North London Sessions 11th April, Lambeth Police Court 22nd April, Thames Police Court 18th April. 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