THE POLICE GAZETTE PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, AUGUST 4, 1899. VOL. XVI., No. 1628. REOUL 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 SCOTLAND YARD, LONDON, S. W. 1. 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. B Particulars as to stolen property will be, likewise inserted in one issue, if sufficient te enable the article in question to be thereby identified. t, Xn 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 ef stolen property will be inserted at a cost of 15*. per portrait, and of Is. 6d. per photo- graph or sketch of a stolen article. f. Every announcement, if for the apprehension of a person, must be guaranteed by the signature of an officer of not less rank than Superintendent; and, if the name of such person is required to be inserted a nd no warrant is in force against, him, the requisition must be signed by the chief officer of police, or his immediate deputy, of the Gounty, city, or borough, as the case may be. ATIONS. 7. Announcements concerning stolen property must be guaranteed by an. officer of not lest rank than Inspector, or analogous thereto. 8. Announcements of all persons to be apprehended or of stolen property bear a number, and, as far as practicable, they are alphabet ically arranged by counties. 9. The force which causes particulars concerning delinquents or stolen property to be inserted ifn 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 tk* next issue. * 10. In all cases the officer signing the request for the insertion of any annowncement will be wholly responsible for any proceedings which may result from such publication. 11. Announcements for the Friday issue should be forwarded so as to be received not later tha- n noon on Wednesday, and for the Tuesday edition rwt later than Saturday morning. They • must be olearly written on one side of the paper only ; they must, be in the usual form, and accompanied, by a coveri- ng letter. 12. All payments must be in advance, either at the office, New Scotland Yard, by Postal Order or by Post Office Order payable at Parliament Street Post Office. 13. Announcements concerning property lost or persons missing can only be accepted on payment, and the charges for the insertion of the same will be given on application. R. ANDERSON, Editor. NOTICE. 1.— The composition of the Friday No. of the " Police Gazette " will be found arranged for easy reference as fol- lows : ( a) Regulations at top of first page. ( b) 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 anil 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. The following is a copy of the order which governs the circulation, by the Metropolitan Police, of advertisements, or reward bills, for the discovery of property or tiie detection of crime. The Editor inserts it, ill hope of preventing delays which some- times occur in publishing such notices, on account of their not being in accordance with the regula- tions in force in the Metropolis :— 1. Printed hand- bills, or other advertisements, offering a reward for the discovery of property or the detection of crime, whether printed and issued by the Metropolitan Police, or distributed and exhibited, with the sanction of the Commissioners, on the application of private persons, or of the Police of any County or Borough, must be clearly expressed in relation to the following points— ( a) The amount of the reward. ( I/) The conditions on which it is payable. ( r) The name and address of the person by whom it will be paid. ( rf) That the name and address of the printer appear thereon. ( 32 and 33 Vic., cap. 24, sec. 2.) 2. No expression must be used in such an advertise- ment, in relation to property stolen, or criminally taken or disposed of, holdingoutany expectation that tile reward will be paid on its return without the offender being brought to trial, or without enquiry. Attention is particularly directed to theconditions ( fl) to ((•/), clause 1, as Police Notices are constantly being received by the Metropolitan Police in which the conditions mentioned have not been complied with, especially those marked (//) and (<')• Such notices are not distributed. NOTE.— There are 190 Station* of the Metro- politan Put ice Force ( it which Notices can be pouted. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 1. — D Division * — For embezzling £ 2 3s. 2d.— ADA ARGENT, age about 32, height 4 ft. 10 in., slight build, complexion sallow, very thin face, hair ( brushed back) dark brown ; dress, blue skirt and coat, white blouse, small black straw bonnet or white straw hat, button boots. A native of London. Warrant issued. 2.— J Division.— For attempting to obtain money by false pretences— JAMES PAGE, alias J. HUMPHREYS, age 25 to 30, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., slight build, complexion sunburnt, hair dark brown, teeth discoloured ; dress, brown speckled suit, black hard felt hat. He represented himself as a traveller for Messrs. Cassell & Co., publishers, Ludgate Hill, E. C. Warrant issued. 3.— L Division.— For obtaining money by fictitious cheques on the London and South Western Bank, Kennington Branch— R. S. W. COLLINS, age 35, height 5 ft. 8 in., stiff build, complexion sallow, hair ( curly) dark brown, eyes brows, military appearance ; dress, brown jacket suit, white Alpine hat. A native of London. Warrant issued. 4.— V Division.— For stealing £ 100 on 27th ult. — WILLIAM DAY, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion sallow, hair light brown, eyes light; dress, blue serge suit, black felt hat or brown cap ; late in the employ of a firm of solicitors. Warrant issued. 5.— X Division•— For stealing 1 gold and 2 silver watches entrusted to him to repair— FRANK MEAD, age 25, height 4 ft. 3 in., com- plexion pale, hair, beard ind moustache brown, eyes grey, large nose, arms and legs deformed ; wearing dark clothes, hard felt hat. A jobbing watchmaker; may endeavour to obtain employ- ment in the provinces. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metro- politan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W, BEDFORDSHIRE. G.— Biggleswade ( County) — For assault on police at Blunham, 30th nit.— FREDERICK COTTON, age about 25, height 5 ft. 8 or II in., complexion fair, hair and small moustache light. A native of Kempston, Beds. Attends fairs, & c., with a set of nine- pins. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Baldwin, Biggleswade. CAMBRIDGESHIRE. 7.— Cambridge { Borough}.— For stealing bailee), 13th ult., a bicycle ( recovered) — A MAN, who gave the name of — BENNETT, age about 30, height about 5 ft. 10 in., complexion dark, moustache; dress, light suit, white- straw hat with black band, brown shoes. Supposed a follower of race meetings. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Holland, Cambridge. CHESHIRE. 8.— Egremont { CountIJ).— For stealing, 19th ult., at New Brighton, a road racer bicycle, 24 in. frame, 28 in. wheels, Palmer 1898 tyres, double butted spokes, plated, B. S. A. 1898 fittings, 189if chain wheel, rat trap pedals, part of left toe- clip broken off, ramshorn handle bar, felt grips, black saddle— GEORGE HARPER, age about 20, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion dark, hair dark brown, appears stiff in legs ; dressed as an able seaman of H. M. S. Wildfire, with white crown cap, " H. M. S. Wildfire, " in front, rifle and cannon on arm, lace boots cut at sides. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. McDonald, Egremont. CORNWALL. 9.— Launceston { County).— For obtaining money by false pretences, tith ult. — GEORGE LEVEY ( supposed false), age about 40, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion dark, face slightly bloated, hair ( cut short and inclined to curl in front) dark brown, supposed small dark moustache, twitches his face and draws his mouth to one side when speaking, front teeth decayed and several missing, a fluent speaker; dress, black jacket and vest, grey tight- fitting trousers Alpine hat, Jubilee tie, turn- down collar, tan shoes, wears two silver or white metal lings 011 right hand. He calls on farmers, forage dealers, etc., and states that he represents a circus for which he requires a field ; he orders large quantities of fodder at high prices, and after signing an agreement, draws a commission on the orders and decamps. Is believed to be carrying on similar practices in the West of England. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Nicholls, Launceston, or Inspector Hamley, Stratton. DERBYSHIRE. 10.— Derby ( County).— For rape at ABton- on- Trent, 1st ult. — EDWARD WILKES, age about 35, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion fresh, hair brown; dress, blue serge coat and vest, grey striped trousers. A painter. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Airey, Derby. 11.- Langley Mill County).-- for stealing £ 72 at Ilkeston, 16th ult.— WILLIAM HENRY YOUNG, age 52, height 5 ft. 8. in., complexion fair, prominent forehead, hair ( nearly bald), and moustache grey, eyes grey or blue, slightly bow- legged, rather corpulent, is well educated and very talkative ; dress, black coat and vest, brown trousers, hard felt hat, lace boots. Native of Kent; 4 THE POLICE GAZETTE. TuesDAY, SepTember 4, 1899. late a signalman on the G. N. Railway. Has served in the army. May endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Daybell, Langley Mill, near Nottingham. DURHAM. 12.— Durham { City).— For failing- to notify change of address— Licence holder ANNIE WATSON, alias ALEXANDER, HENDERSON, and HARRISON, Ollice No. 21- 99, age 34, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, scar left temple and right upper lip, mole above wrist and front of right forearm, varicose veins both legs. A charwoman, native of Dipton. Sentenced at Durham Quarter Sessions, 4th January, 1897, to IS years penal servitude for larceny. License' 5th January last. X 1. For failing to report— Licence holder GEORGE NELSON, alias FREDERICK JACKSON, WILLIAM HOLMES, and FREDERICK JOHN- SON, Ollice No. 3051- 99. age 39, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, Harriot front left forearm, woman's face and Maltese cross left forearm, bracelet and ship back left hand, sword back of right hand, lost top of 1st left finger. A sailor, native of Hull. Sentenced at Durham Quarter Sessions 30th December, 1895, to 3 years penal servitude for larceny. Licenced 7th ult. Y 441. Information to the Chief Constable, City Police, Durham. ESSEX. 13. — Colchester ( County).— For stealing ( bailee) a bicycle ( recovered)— JOSEPH REED, age 21, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion rather dark, fat red face, hair brown, clean shaved, eyes ( sunken), blue ; dress, black morning coat and vest, dark grey striped trousers, blue shirt with black spots, brown cap, brown lace boots, wearing a gold chain with locket attached. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Ackers, Colchester. 14.— Maldon { County).— For stealing( bailee) 21st ult. a ' 99 Roadster Standard Coventry Humber bicycle, No. 63258, flat bar, Pattison divided saddle, A. B. tyre on front, A. B. non- puncturable tyre on back wheel ( rubber cracked) — A MAN, age about 30, height about 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fair, hair dark brown, good teeth, of good address ; dress, dark grey suit, straw hat. Warrant issued. Information to Inspector Waterman, Maldon. - Southend- on- Sea ( County{— T? o4 stealing ( bailee) at Rayleigh on 30th May last, a pneumatic bicycle, diamond frame, enamelled black, usual parts bright, drop handle bars, cork handles, maker " Smith, Saltley,'' 28- in. wheels, laced spokes, rat trap pedals, Beeston tyres, If in., black saddle, Hertford bell, no mud guards— WILLIAM BROWN, a mulatto, age about 25, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., hair ( curly) black, eyes brown ; dress, brown suit, dark cloth cap. Has been employed with a steam circus. Warrant, issued. It' - Southend- on- Sea { County).— For stealing, 12 ult., at Rawreth, a pony ^ recovered) — JOHN RICHES, alias LEE, age 24, height 5 ft. 5 in., stout build, complexion ( slightly freckled) fair, hair ( short) light, eyes blue, very deaf ; dress, black jacket and trousers, old light vest, white sweater, old black cardigan, coloured silk necker- chief, cloth cap, heavy lace boots. May be found at Tottenham, Walthamstow, or Canning Town. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Simmonds, Southend- on- Sea. HAMPSHIRE. n.— Aldershot ( County).— For stealing £ 5, 4th ult,, from the officers' quarters, Roval Fusiliers, Farnborough— SELICK BALLINGER, age 21, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes brown, scar over right hip ; dress, dark pepper and salt coloured suit. An officer's ser- vant of the Royal Fusiliers. Information to Supt. Hawkins, Alderghot, 1 S.— Andover { County) — For embezzle- ment— GEORGE ROBEY, age about 26, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion dark, small round features, hair black, eyes brown ; dress, Slack serge suit, double breasted coat, black hard felt hat. A shop porter ; native of Andover. Warrant issued. Information to Inspector Bowles, Andpver. 19 ~ Kingsclere { County).— For larceny — HENRY HILLIER ( supposed false) age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., stout, build, com- plexion ruddy, hair and moustache light, eyes ( sore) blue, no eyelashes, of military appearance ; dress, dark grey suit, mouse colour cap, worn over eyes. He takes private lodgings representing him- . JJStsi self as an engineer in the employ of a firm in the neighbourhood, remains about a week and de- camps without paying his bill. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Daniels, Kingsclere. 20 — Lvndhurst { County).— For embezzle- ment— JAMES GODWIN, age 20, height 6 ft., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes blue ; dress, dark coat and vest, bluish grey trousers, brown cap and boots. Supposed a native of Bridgwater. Warrant issued. Information to Supt, Payne, Lyndliurst," 21.— Portsmouth { Borough).— For desert- ing his wife and family 2nd ult.— ANSTIE THOMAS STRANGE, age 34, height about 5 ft. 6 in., slight build, hair, moustache, and side whiskers light, eyes blue ; dress, brown lounge coat, cord trousers, blue or black cap, heavy lace boots. A bricklayer. iii^ o Warrant issued. 22.— Portsmouth { Borough).— For desert- ing his children 29th May last— EDWARD GLANVILLE, age about 40, height 5 ft. 1 or 2 in., hair and moustache light, eyes blue, rather large head. A bruslnnaker. , Warrant issued. 23.— Portsmouth ( Borough).— For stealing, 29th ult., a blue serge lounge coat and vest ( a rent book, inventory of furniture, stamped agreement, 2 solicitors'letters, and a rubber stamp, " H. W. Brien" thereon, in coat pocket); 1 pair dark trousers with blue stripes; 1 pair elastic side boots, size 7 or 8 ; 1 reddish sailor knot tie, horse- shoes thereon ; 1 blue serge skull cap ; 1 white metal stop- watch, black hands, white dial, " Swiss Chronograph" thereon; a silver curb pattern chain— JOSEPH HILL, age 23, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, scars on chest, bend of right arm and left forearm. A moulder, native of Harpurhey, Manchester, probably wearing the stolen clothing. Is a deserter from the Royal Marine Artillery. 24.— Portsmouth'Borough).— For stealing, 11th ult., a large open face silver Geneva lever watch, black numerals, No. 37123, silver curb pattern Albert with 3 coins ( one a Portuguese shilling) attached— JOSEPH VICAINA, an Italian, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., slight build, complexion brown, slight moustache dark, warts on face, speaks very little English ; dress, dark coat and vest, cord trousers, coloured neckerchief, brown Alpine hat, Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Portsmouth. HERTFORDSHIRE. 25.— Watford ( County).— For obtaining £ 1 by false pretences, 12tli ult,— W. CLARKE ( supposed false), age about 35, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion and hair dark, one upper tooth defi- cient ; dress dirty check suit, hard felt hat. He represents himself as a farmer's son and obtains orders for eggs, fruit, etc., upon which he obtains a deposit. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Wood, Watford. HUNTINGDONSHIRE. 2l>— Huntingdon ( County).— For em- bezzling £ 45, CHARLES THEW, age about 55 ( looks younger), height about 5 ft. 6 in., slight build, complexion, hair and moustache dark, short quick step. A Baptist minister and rate collector. He left St. Gidding, Hunts, for London on 21st ult. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Copping, Huntingdon. KENT. £ 1 REWARD. 27 — Ashford County).— For deserting her child— KATE STANDEN, age about 30, height 5 ft. ( i or 7 in., complexion fair, light speck in one eye, fashionably dressed ; a native of Ashford. Warrant issued. The above reward will be paid by the Guardians of the East Ashford Union for such information as will lead to the arrest of the above. Information to Supt. Bailey, Ashford. LANCASHIRE. 28. — Liverpool ( City). — For stealing £ 19 18s., 17th ult. — JAMES WALTER COOK, age 41, height 5 ft. 1 or 2 in., hair and slight moustache ( turning grey) dark, very prominent nose; dress, black suit, hard hat. A butcher's clerk, has also been a ship's steward, and may seek similar employment, Absconded 19th ult. Information to the Head Constable, Detective Department, Liverpool. 29.— Bootle ( Borough.).— For stealing 20s., 29th ult.— JOHN LAMBERT, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion sallow, hair ( turning grey) black, moustache sandy, long scar across throat, has a habit of putting his hand to his mouth when speaking, slightly knock- kneed and leans forward when walking ; dress, brown shooting coat and vest, striped cloth trousers, plaid scarf, hard felt hat, lace boots. A milkman ; supposed a native of Wensley Dale, Yorkshire. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Bootle. NORFOLK. W.— Downham Market ( County).— For failing to appear to a summons 24th ult., charged with carnally knowing a girl under the age of It! — ALBERT BOWCOCK, a butcher, late of Down- ham Market, age 40, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., com- plexion fresh, hair ( thin on top and turning grey) brown, eyes blue, turns his feet out and is a bad walker. May endeavour to obtain employment on board ship. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Mash, Downham Market. NORTHUMBERLAND. 31.- Newcastle- on- Tyne ( City).— For failing to report— Licence holder GEORGE PATTERSON, alias CHARLTON, SPEERS, CURRIE and LOCKHART, Office No. 2047- 99, age 34, height 5 ft. 5f in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes hazel, right elbow and left wrist dislocated, small mole back of neck and on chest, bird right forearm, blue dot back left forearm. A grocer; native of Kingston, Surrey. Sentenced at Newcastle Sessions, 9th April, 1897, to four terms of 3 years penal servitude ( concurrent) for housebreaking, burglar}-, etc. Licenced 10th ult., X 102. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Supt. Wilson, Newcastle- on- Tyne. NOTTINGHAMSHIRE. 32.— Retford ( doiinty).— For stealing £ 20 — CHARLES WILLIAM PEACH, age 23, height 5 ft., complexion pale, hair, small moustache, and eyes black ; dress, dark grey suit, black hard hat. A native of Derby. May endeavour to leave the country Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Supt. Thomas, Retford 33. — Newark ( Borough).— For stealing ( bailee) a bicycle ( recovered)— GEORGE CASH, age about 23, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion fair, hair light brown ; dress, dark jacket and vest, dark check trousers, brown cap, button boots; a native of Market Rasen. Has been previously convicted. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Challen, Newark. OXFORDSHIRE. 34.— Henley- on - Thames ( County For stealing 11/- at Southstoke, GEORGE ALDRIDGE, age about 35, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache light brown, heavy eyebrows ; dress, brown jacket, brown cord trousers, cloth cap, military boots ; a labourer, native of Woodeote. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Jennings, Henley- on- Thames. PEMBROKESHIRE. 35. Haverfordwest Castle ( County)— On commitment warrant for non- payment of £ 20 12s. being fine and costs imposed for illicit sale of beer— JAMES FRANCIS, age about 55, height about 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair sandy, eyes brown ; supposed a native of Liverpool. Information to the Chief Constable, Haverford- west Castle. SHROPSHIRE. 36.— Oswestry ( County).— For leaving his wife and children chargeable to the Oswestry Union— HENRY SIMMONS, age 41, height 5 ft, 6 in., complexion fresh, hair dark, of dissipated habits. May be found working at a farm or on public works. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Lewis, Oswestry. T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 1S99. PORTRAITS OF PERSONS WANTED. CITY OF LONDON. 37.— Portrait and description of HENRY JONES, late of Crawley Road, Leyton, whose apprehension is sought for embezzlement, age 35, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fair, hair and moustache dark brown, teeth prominent and rather wide apart, bunions on both feet; wears black frock coat and silk hat; a traveller in the te^ and flour trade. Had in his possession a cheque book on the London and South Western Bank, Clapton Branch, but his account there is closed. He left London on 6th ult,, and was accompanied by a woman age 21, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fair, hair light, and had with them a large light colour box containing books, etc. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. McWilliain, 26 Old Jewry, E. C. fy >? 7 KENT. 38.— Margate ( Borough).— Portrait and de- scription of HENRY MANBY FLOWER, whose apprehension is sought for stealing, 6th ult., a gold demi- hunter keyless stop watch, No. 115773, blue enamel figures on outer case, double gold chain, long link pattern, drop piece in centre broken off, plated sovereign purse at end attached, age 16, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, scar under right eyebrow, walks erect ; dress, blue serge suit, new dark overcoat, white straw hat or cap, carried a walking stick. A page boy. Information to Chief Constable Clegg, Margate. SUFFOLK ( East). £ 5 REWARD. 3H.— Halesworth ( County).— Portrait and description of SAMUEL JONES, late of Bungay, whose apprehension is sought for embezzlement. — Age 20, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion pale, full face, hair and moustache very light, eyes blue, swelling on right arm, walks with short, quick step ; wearing dark tweed coat and vest, b rown leather leggings, black Alpine hat; a solicitor's clerk ; native of Rusholme, Manchester. ( See Case No. 58, 20th January, 189!)). The above reward will be paid by H. Hartcup, Esq., Solicitor, Bungay, to any person giving such information as will lead to the apprehension of JONES. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Andrews, Halesworth. STAFFORDSHIRE. 40.— Leek ( County').— For burglary and steal- ing a 22- ct. gold curb bangle, Maltese cross attached ; 1 gold wire bangle, 5 hearts attached; 1 old verge watch, glass and part of small hand deficient; 2 pairs of boots, broad toes, size 7 ( 1 pair recovered), and £ 9— GEORGE WILSON, age about 25, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion pale, hair and slight moustache dark; dress, dark blue coat and vest, light trousers, black and white plaid cap ; a native of Croydon— JOHN SMITH, age about 20, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in. ; complexion sallow, hair brown ; dress, light dust coat, tweed vest and trousers, black cap ; stated he was a native of Croydon. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Breton, Leek. ^ > f 41.— Longton ( County).— For obtaining £ 9 by fraud, 15th ult,— ALBERT EDWARD PEN- NANT, age about 35, height about 5 ft, 10 in., complexion fair, broad features, hair brown, clean shaved, walks erect, of smart appearance ; dress, light grey cloth suit, black hard felt hat. May seek employment as a public house manager. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Bakewell, Longton^ SUFFOLK ( West). \ Z.— Bury St. Edmunds ( County)— For stealing ( bailee), 15th ult., a bicycle ( recovered) HILL, alias ARTHUR GUILBY, age about 26, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion pale, hair and moustache dark brown, of good address ; dress, light suit, straw hat with black band. Uses first- class hotels and boasts of having been wealthy. He hires a bicycle and disposes of it to a pawn- broker producing a fictitious receipt describing the machine. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Clarke, Bury St Edmunds. SURREY. 43.— Chertsey ( County).— For deserting his wife and children, leaving them chargeable to the Common Fund of the Chertsey Union— GEORGE ROSE, alias DICKER, age 34, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, scar over right eye ; dress, light suit and cap. A painter ; has served in the 19th Hussars and the Norfolk Militia* Warrant issued. 44.— Chertsey ( County).— For deserting his children, leaving them chargeable to the Common Fund of the Windsor Union — ARTHUR BLUNKETT, age about 38, height 5 ft. 8| in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, heavy mous- tache dark ; dress ( supposed), rough black jacket, blue cloth trousers, brown cap. Warrant issued. 45.— Chertsey ( County).— For leaving his wife and children chargeable to the Chertsey Union, 28th June.— ROBERT MONTAGUE BAY- LIS, age 28, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes brown, dent in centre of forehead. Has worked in stables and also as a bricklayer's labourer. Warrant issued. Information to Supt, Hackman, Chertsey. 7- p f 16.— Farnhasn ( County).— For stealing two lambs— ALFRED DARCH, age 30, height 5 ft, 9| in., complexion fresh, thin face, hair light brown, clean shaved, eyes brown; dress, black coat, light tweed trousers and vest, black tie, black hard felt hat. A farm bailiff ; native of Skilgate, Somerset. Absconded 13th ult. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Simmonds, Farnham 47. — Reigate ( Borough). — For embezzle- ment, WALTER GATES, age about 21, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh, hair ( large tuft in front), light brown, swaggering gait. Was employed as driver of a milk round, has also been employed as a waiter. Warrant issued. Informationto Head Constable Metcalfe, Redhill. SUSSEX ( East). M.— Haywards Heath ( County). — For stealing ( bailee) at Cuckfield, 4th ult., a watch ( recovered).— DAVID TYLER, alias JOHNSON, age 47, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fair, hair ( bald on top) and moustache brown, lost left eye ; dress, old black jacket, cord trousers, brown cap, Blucher boots. A watchsmith ; native of Cuck- field. Has been previously convicted. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Smith, Hay wards Heath. 49.— Hove ( Borough).— For embezzlement— CHARLES MUGGERIDGE, age 26, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion florid, hair and slight mous- tache light, prominent nose, walks quickly ; dress, blue- black suit, straw hat, brown boots. A grocer's assistant. Warrant issued. Information to Major Teevan, Chief Constable, Hove. SUSSEX ( West). 50. — Arundel ( County). — For assault on police and escaping from custody at Felpham, — WILLIAM PORTLOCK, age 21, height 5 ft, 4 in., complexion ( sunburnt), hair ( curly), and slight moustache dark, slight straggling hair on face ; dress, brown tweed jacket and vest, brown cord trousers, red neckerchief, black cloth peak cap, heavy lace boots. A brickmaker ; may endeavour to enlist. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Kennett, Arundel. WARWICKSHIRE. 51.— Aston Manor ( County).— For obtain- ing 3 pairs of boots by false pretences— JOHN LLOYD, age 27, height 5 ft. 3j in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, J. H. tattooed on right forearm, abscess scar left jaw ; dress, dark clothes, black hard hat, lace boots. A native of Bir- mingham. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Walker, Aston Manor. WILTSHIRE. £ 2 REWARD. 52.- Chippenham ( county).— For stealing, 19tli ult., at Chilvester Hill, a Beeston Humber pneumatic bicycle, Dunlop tyres, flat handle bar, cork handles with white tips, rubber pedals, cyclometer, mudguards, bell and brake nickel silver, name plate, Patterson saddle, No. 65081 01- 653.36— A MAN, age about 30, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., com plexion dark, sunburnt, hair brown, moustache light; dress, blue serge jacket, light mixture trousers, soft dark hat, old light boots, cut on uppers. Had the appearance of a fitter or engineer; stated he came from Bristol. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Daly, Chippenham, by whom the above reward will be paid for such information as will lead to the apprehension of the thief and recovery of the bicycle. 4 T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 1899. YORKSHIRE ( East Riding). 53.— Hull city).— For uttering a forged cheque for £ 10 oil 26th June last— ROBERT MORRELL, age 33, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., slight build, complexion pale, hair brown, small mous- tache light, eyes grey ; dress, blue serge jacket and vest, blue striped cloth trousers, dark tie with stripes, black hard felt hat, spring side boots. A seaman, native of Hull. Is fond of singing at public houses. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Capt. Gurney, Chief Constable, Hull. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 54.— X Division.— Remanded for stealing bicycles entrusted to him to repair— ARCHIBALD THOMAS BARTON, age 26, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion dark, hair dark brown, eyes brown ; dress, blue serge suit, straw hat, lace boots. Sup- posed previously convicted. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. DORSETSHIRE. 55.- Dorchester ( County).— Remanded till 5th inst. for stealing a bicycle— WILLIAM HAMILTON, alias GREY, age 26, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair dark, eyes blue, man and woman tattooed right forearm, W left fore- arm, cross flags and bust of woman on chest ; dress, blue serge suit, black peak cap. A seaman ; native of Belvedere, Kent. Information to Sunt. Burden, Dorchester. ESSEX. 56.— Grays County).— Committed for trial at next Quarter Sessions for horse stealing— ABRAHAM MOAKES, age 35, hei'ght 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes grey, scars on bridge of nose, left of forehead, right elbow, back of left hand, burn scar muscle of right arm, R A tattooed right forearm, E Tyson outside left forearm; dress, box cloth overcoat, cord trousers, tweed cap. A native of London ; travels the country mending chairs, etc. Information to Supt. Jordan, Grays. KENT. 57.— Canterbury { City).— Remanded till 7th inst. for stealing 2 bicycles — EDWARD BAKER, alias COLONEL WHITE, age 34, height 6 ft., slight build, complexion fresh, freckled face, hair brown, slight moustache ginger, eyes blue, tooth projecting in upper jaw ; dress, light tweed jacket and trousers, white and black P. and 0. cap, brown boots. States he is a traveller, native of Edinburgh. Supposed previously con- victed and wanted elsewhere. Information to Chief Constable Farmery, Canterbury. 58.- Folkestone ( Borough).— Remanded till 8th inst., charged with stealing, 27th ult., 2 pairs tweed trousers ( 1 light grey, 1 dark) ; 3 single- breasted vests, black, striped tweed ( 1 with white spots); 1 silver brooch, shape and size of pheasant's foot; 1 gold safety pin brooch, set moonstone or opal; 1 gold spray brooch, set paste, ( discoloured); 1 silver ring, set 8 or 10 turquoise ; 1 pair single pearl earrings, gold wires ; 1 plain silv( r match box ; 1 long silver- plated chain ; also a pair of trousers, and 1 vest ( recovered)— THOMAS CLARKE, alias JONES, age 63, height 5 ft. 6i in., complexion fair, hair and moustache light ( turning grey) eyes blue ; ballet girl holding wreath over head tattooed right forearm, indistinct J and anchor left forearm ; a tramping bricklayer. Supposed previously convicted. Information to Chief Constable Reeve, Folke- stone. MONMOUTHSHIRE. W— Tredegar ( County).— Sentenced, 1st inst., to 1 month imprisonment for larceny— GEORGE PRYCE ( supposed false), age 30, height 5 ft. 61 in., complexion sallow, hair ( turning grey) dark, eyes hazel, burn scar below It nipple, indistinct letters left arm ; dress, dark jacket, light vest and trousers, light plaid cycling cap, blue stripe tie. Information to Supt. Allen, Tredegar. SUSSEX ( West). 60.— Worthing ( County).— Committed for trial at next Quarter Sessions at Chichester in October next, for obtaining a bicycle by fraud— ARTHUR GREAVES,. alias A. H. GOWERS. age 35, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion sallow, hair dark brown, eyes brown. A photographer. Was sentenced at Salford Hundred Sessions on 2nd July, 1803, to 5 months imprisonment for fraud. Information to Supt. Bridger, Worthing. PROPERTY STOLEN. CHESHIRE. Cil.— Egremont ( County).— 27th ult., 17 tea spoons, ordinary size ; 3 do. small size ; 2 sugar bowls and tongs ; 1 sugar sifter ; 1 mustard box ; 1 pepper box; 4 table spoons, 6 table forks, 12 dessert spoons and 12 forks, all marked " S. N. R.' 1 ; 5 serviette rings ; 6 salt cellars and spoons ; 6 fish knives and forks with ivory handles— all silver ; 1 lady's gold watch ; 2 gold brooches ( 1 " Jubilee," 1897); 1 lady's gold ring, heart attached ; 1 gold locket, heart- shaped, set with 1 pearl ; 1 gold bangle, plain ; 3 gold studs. 7 Information to Supt. McDonald, Egremont. ' DEVONSHIRE. 62.— Devonport ( Borough).— 31st ult., a lady's silver open face Geneva watch, " E. Giddy " engraved on dome, and about £ 80— Suspicion is attached to TWO MEN : 1st, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh, hair, whiskers ( short at sides), and moustache brown, dress, brown jacket suit, brown soft felt hat with black band; 2nd, age 40 to 50, short stout build, hair, whiskers and moustache ( turning grey) dark, dress, blue serge suit, dark peak yachting cap with white cover, carried a black mackintosh and walking stick. Supposed expert thieves 63.— Devonport ( Borough).— 19th ufi4 a " Beaumont" roadster bicycle, Clincher tyres, tangent spokes, 25- in. frame, 28- in. wheels, half drop handle bar, cork handles, brake, bell, nearly new black citadel lamp— by PATRICK O'DONO- VAN, age 20, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion sallow, hair dark brown, eyes brown, heart and dots left forearm, dot left hand, scars right hand, both eye- brows, left cheek, back of neck, and on back. Is a deserter from the Worcestershire Regiment. Absconded 20th ult. Information to Head Constable Matters, Devon- port. DORSETSHIRE. 64.— Weymouth ( Borough).— 29th ult., a silver Waltham lever wTatch, single case, " Solomon Smith" engraved inside ; 1 three- quarter plate silver Geneva watch, No. 52907, seconds hand, chased back, with round space for monogram. Information to Chief Constable Eacock, Wey- mouth. HAMPSHIRE. ( ti.— Aldershot ( County).— 19th ult., from the officers' quarters, North Camp, Farnborongh, a lady's half- hoop diamond ring, set 5 stones; 1 do., set 5 small stones; 1 lady's half- hoop diamond and pearl ring, set 2 diamonds and 3 pearls; 1 marquise diamond ring, " Herbert, 1896," engraved inside, set 3 large diamonds sur- rounded by smaller ones ; 1 cat's eye and diamond cluster ring; 1 sapphire and diamond double- heart ring; 1 half- moon diamond and pearl brooch; 1 diamond fly brooch; 1 sapphire and diamond cluster bangle ; 1 pearl and coral bangle ; 1 gold bangle, set " Annie" with diamonds ; 2 gold chains ( 1 pearl and diamond, double- heart pendant, 1 row of imitation pearls with paste fastening). Part of the above was in a small black leather jewel case lined with velvet. 1 large diamond hoop ring, 1 pearl hoop ring, 1 diamond cluster ring, each set 5 stones ; 1 diamond marquise ring ; 1 opal and diamond cluster ring; 1 diamond and pearl double- heart ring ; 1 pair of gold oval- shaped sleeve links ; 1 pair of brown web and elastic braces ; 1 " Fijaro " razor, black handle, and case, makers " Wilkinson." 66.- Aldershot ( County).— 17th ult., ' from the medical officers' quarters at Farnborough, a silver Albert chain, long links, with smaller links alternately ; 1 plain solid silver match box, oblong pattern, fancy design engraved on sides, ring in centre of one side for initials. ^ 67.— Aldershot ( County).— 21st ult., from officers' quarters at Talavera Barracks, a gold lever open face watch. No. 48072, three- quarter plate, monogram " C. R." on outer case; 1 plain gold horseshoe pin; 1 pair aluminium field glasses, black leather drawers in brown leather case, " C. R." stamped on case ; 1 new brown leather cricket bag; 1 brown Newmarket over- coat, brown buttons, brown velvet collar, usual pockets ; 1 brown morning suit, maker " Hawkes, London ; 1 reddish brown Norfolk jacket : 1 black fluffy suit ( double breasted jacket) ; 1 black evening jacket with silk fronts. Information to Supt. Hawkins, Aldershot 68.— Fareham ( County).— 24th nit., from the Royal Artillery Barracks, Hilsea, 1 silver Geneva lever keyless watch, small piece of enamel chipped off dial; 1 pair lace boots, size 8, pointed toes, nearly new ; 1 light grey cap : 1 pair field glasses in light brown leather case, sling attached, " J. Thorne, Riding Master, R. A." on bottom of case. Information to Supt. Hack, Fareham. 69.- Petersfield ( County).— 30th ult., by burglary at Sheet, 1 silver sovereign purse, crest, lion and a Wyvern's head engraved thereon ; 1 small gold locket, enamelled forget- me- nots; 1 ditto, oval shape, containing a photograph ; 1 old Roman silver coin, about the size of a sixpence. Supposed by a tramp. Information to Supt. King, Petersfield. 70.— Southampton ( Borough).— 24th ult., by housebreaking— 6 dessert spoons; 2 large silver gravy spoons ; 1 plated salt spoon, crest a bird ; 1 gold double horseshoe brooch set 3 large red stones; 1 gold brooch, snake pattern, ruby eyes ; 1 lover's knot brooch, set pale blue turquoise stones ; 1 gold cameo do., witli 2 faces ; 1 Jubilee shilling do., gilded, set in glass; 1 gold locket with photograph of Sir Joshua Reynolds inside ; 2 plain gold lockets ( 1 heart shape containing hair, small chain attached) ; 1 set of gold and tur- quoise studs ; 1 gold twisted knot pin ; 1 small gold casket; 1 silver English lever watch, No. 13456, " J. Blount Thomas, Southampton," on inside of case; 1 old silver watch, No. 2251 " Benson, 16 and 63, Cornhill, London," inside of case; 1 gilt opera glass ( single); 3 old silver watches, out of repair— Suspicion is attached to TWO MEN, both age 27 to 30, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., wearing dark clothing and black bowler hats. Information to the Chief Constable, South- ampton. HERTFORDSHIRE. 71.— St. Albans ( City).— 25th ult., 1 lady's gold lever watch, maker " Gowler, London"; 1 gent's silver lever watch, open face, misty glass, No. 1636, maker " Loftus," inside case ; 1 lady's silver lever watch, gold hands, No. 63588, small silver drop pattern chain attached ; 1 lady's silver Geneva watch, small silver drop chain attached ; 1 gold Albert, long linked pattern ; 1 lady's gold guard chain, fine pattern ; 1 silver curb Albert, 1887 Jubilee shilling attached ; 1 gold brooch, oval, old- fashioned raised centre, with hook for chain ; 1 small gold brooch, drop pattern, and ear- drops to match ; 1 silver brooch, rose, shamrock and thistle in gold on front, " Foster Mother" engraved on back ; 1 coral brooch, hollowed in front, silver mounted ; 1 gold coral ring, some missing; 1 gold cameo pin; 1 gold horse- shoe and stirrup pin ; 1 silver spade pin ; and several plain silver spoons, forks, and pair of sugar tongs — by A MAN, age 38 to 40, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., thick- set, full flat red face, broad or flat nose, dark hair, clean shaved ; dress, dark blue serge suit, black bowler hat. Information to Head Constable, City Police, St. Albans. LANCASHIRE. 72.— Warrington ( Borough).— 20th ult., a silver lever hunter watch, No. 7195 on dial and cases, monogram " T. H." on inner case, glass slightly cracked ; 1 gentleman's gold neck chain, link missing about 12 in. from swivel and substi- tuted by copper wire; 1 silver lever watch No. 180937, much worn, dent in case ; a " Royal Pro- gress" safety bicycle, 1897 pattern, Dunlop tyres, rubber pedals, upturned handle bar, composition handles, fitted with brake, mudguards, silver- plated lamp and bell, gear case, black pump, and tool bag containing wrench. 24th ult., 3 new bicycles— 1st, " Coventry Cross" road racer, 1899 pattern, 25 in. frame, Dunlop tyres, Westwood rims, rat trap pedals, Brooks B10 saddle, slight drop handle bars, weight about 26 lbs., lock head, cork handles, gear 72, black enamelled, No. 58688, no brake or bell; 2nd, a " Triumph " No. 5, full roadster, 1899 pattern, 25 in. frame, 28 in. wheels, fitted with Carter's metal gear case, up- turned handle bar, cork handles, " Triumph rubber pedals, Dunlop 1889 tyres, Westwood rims, " Middlemore " saddle, double rubber spoon detachable brake, metal mudguards, patent pump and clips, tan colour saddle and bag, gear 62, black enamelled ; 3rd, a " Mersey " light roadster, B. C. F. fittings, 23* in. frame, 1898 plain Dunlop in. tyres, 28 in. wheels, rat trap 3j in. pedals, flat handle bars, cork handles, tan coloured saddle, 1 in. block chain, transfer mark " Mersey Cycles, Warrington," black enamelled. Information to Chief Constable Talbot, Warrington. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 1899. T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. 3 LINCOLNSHIRE. 73 — Lincoln ( City)— 26th alt. Gentlemen's new and second hand silver lever watches Nos. 51883, 4603, 6509.19908.14420, 44225, 5258, 687478, 1296. 5318, 22370, 85806, 127524!), 62099, 5348, 840329, 4043, 65459, 5094, 1504, 8385, 2243, 9132, 4204, 3543120, 6795,6207,5835,150696, 39633,93638, 122, 2101; ladies' and gentlemen's new and second hand silver Geneva watches Nos. 31668, 9955. 9745, 13780, 3747, 2277, 3190, 43618, 16602, 35776, 7287. 45096, 64664, 39622, 4167. 8037,13730, 14158, 1185, 80690, 71599, 1775, 62650, 31233, 545975, 150055, 96733, 388650 : 1 centre seconds lever No. 35362 ; 1 Swiss lever No. 264227 : 2 silver Waltham levers Nos. 5453639 and 2944178 ; 1 silver Boston lever No. 6231 ; several metal watches, all with private marks scratched inside outer cases; 1 3- stone diamond ring ; 1 new gold medal, shield pattern ; 1 silver match box, engraved, initials outside; about 40 ladies' and gentlemen's gold fancy rings ; gold and silver brooches and a number of old coins. J3i> 3i> 74 — Lincoln { City)— 27th nit., a full roadster bicycle, 24 in. frame, transfer—" W. I. Binks & Co., Lincoln,"" E. X. L. "( or" E. X. R.") andNo. stamped on top head lug, frame lugs fish- mouth shape, flat handle bars, brake and mudguards, rubber pedals and toe clips, Brooks B28 saddle, lamp and bell; by A MAN, age 28, height 5 ft. 10 in., slight buijd, sharp features, hair brown, clean shaved ; dre ss, brown jacket, breeches, leather leggings, brown cap ; the appearance of a horsedealer. Information to Chief Constable Mansell, Lincoln. NORFOLK. 75.— Acle ( County).— 25th ult., 1 large gold locket, Prince of Wales's feathers on top, knight's head in gold with a dark ring in sapphire round head and City of London coat- of- arms with a spray of flowers on each side, " W. H." or " H. W. H." on back, 2 painted portraits of an elderly gentle- man, and a small piece of hair inside ; 1 small gold locket, photograph of same gentleman inside; 1 plain gold ring set sapphire, oval shape, and raised. Information to Supt. Lowe, Acle. SOMERSETSHIRE. Id.— Bath ( City).— 27th ult,, a light roadster bicycle, transfer " Buffalo" ( in bad condition), makers, G. Bullock & Co., 28 in. wheels, lj in. Beeston tyres, dropped handle bars, no bell, pump or mudguards— by A MAN, age about 40, height 5 ft. Bin., slight build, complexion fair, rather sunburnt, long sandy moustache, scar back of right ear ; dress, light brown suit, dark ( mid- shipman's) cap, brown lace boots. Information to Lieut.- Col. Gwyn, Chief Con- stable, Bath. SUSSEX ( East). 77 - Uckfield ( County).— Between 18th and 24 ult,, a lady's gold half hoop ring, set 3 pearls ( 1 missing), and 4 coral stones ; 1 plain gold ring, set brilliants; 1 lady's small half hunter gold watch, blue enamelled dial, gold figures, ring broken off; 1 small gold Albert chain, link pattern, key attached ; 1 imitation gold bracelet in 5 or 6 pieces, chased and fastened with elastic ; 1 small silver fruit knife, pearl handle; and £ 7 10s., including a £ 5 Bank of England note. Information to Acting Supt. Anscombe, Uck- field. 78.— Brighton ( Borough). — 19th ult., 1 diamond stud, claw setting; 1 gold Albert, oval links, swivel at end ; 2 gold watch keys, blood- stone end of one, white stone other ; 4 silver salt cellars and spoons, monogram " H. F. J. E.," in case ; 1 gold scarf pin, open centre, surrounded with pearls and corals ; 2 silver scarf pins, horse shoe pattern, 1 do. monogram " H. E." ; 1 silver double Albert, long link pattern : 1 set of plain gold studs ; 1 gold horse shoe brooch, set pearls : 1 Indian gold chain bracelet, chased, long and small link pattern, very thick and heavy ; 1 gold small link neck chain, dolphin shape pendant set turquoise attached ; 1 silver chain with oblong locket, straight piece down centre and 3 gold leaves on each side attached ; 1 lady's gold Geneva watch, No 107502, chased back and space for monogram ; 3 old silver teaspoons, chased handles; 1 plain) silver teaspoon, " B " engraved thereon ; 1 dessert spoon, initials " A. C. B." ; 1 small salt spoon. Information to Chief Constable Carter, Brighton. V).— Eastbourne ( Borough).— 29th ult.. a lady's large old gold watch. No. 2748, maker, " Deacon, Barton," gold dial, raised figures, black hands, plain back; 1 gold split ring with 8 trinkets ( 1 gold watch key " Primavesa, Bourne- mouth," thereon ; 1 silver whistle : 1 small crystal heart ( opens); 1 blue enamel heart; 2 seals, 1 with " Agnes'" thereon, 1 with lion crest; 1 locket containing hair: 1 small gold cross) attached : 1 small olive wood box with glass lid containing a lady's gold keyless watch. No. 93613, white face, black hands and figures, plain back, a French gold chain very small links, with bar at end, attached. Information to Chief Constable Plumb, East- bourne. • SUSSEX ( West). 80- Midhurst ( County). — 22nd ult., by shopbreaking at Lodsworth, a gig umbrella ; 1 double barrel gun, maker, " Ward," 12 bore, top lever, bar locks, 3 pheasants on each lock. Information to Supt. Ford, Midhurst. J333 L YORKSHIRE ( North Riding). 81.— Scarborough ( Borough).— 11th ult., a brooch made of an oblong pale green peridot stone, rather thick in colour, about 1 in. long and } in. wide, set in gold frame, Grecian scroll at bottom. Information to Chief Constable Riches, Scar- borough. PROPERTY FOUND. SOMERSETSHIRE. 82.— Yeovil ( County).— A lady's old fashioned single stone diamond ring, fancy claw setting, thin shank, supposed stolen, secreted 22nd ult. by A MAN, age about 50, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., hair turning grey, moustache and slight whiskers ; dress, black coat, rough grey trousers, straw hat. He calls on jewellers requesting that he may set up a battery for gilding, also sells a patent brass article to attach to driving reins. Information to Supt. Self, Yeovil. ANIMALS, & c., STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 83.— If Division.— Between 30th and 31st ult., a light bay horse, 16 hands, thick set, in good condition ; a new set of silver- plated harness ; a Clarence cart painted dark, picked out yellow, silver- plated caps, " Victoria Carriage Works, 25, Long Acre, London" thereon, 2 mats ( 1 india- rubber, 1 green baize), 1 carriage whip, 2 silver ferrules, ivory handle, horse's head engraved thereon. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. CARDIGANSHIRE. 84.— Aberystwyth ( County).— About 28th June last, at Caenewydd, Caron Lower— 16 moun- tain sheep and 8 lambs, split in left ears, slanting cut under right ears, iron mark burnt about H in. above nostrils of sheep. Information to Supt, Phillips, Aberystwyth. APPREHENSIONS. 85.- Metropolitan Police District, Criminal Investigation Depart- ment. Expiree HARRY GOODING, alias FRANK HALL, COURTNEY, & c., Office No. 186- 99, Case No. 33, 26th ult. 86. Metropolitan Police District, D Division. TOGNI LUIGI, Case No. 3, 26th May last. 87.— Metropolitan Police District, J Division.— SAMUEL CHAPMAN, Case No. 3, 28th ult. 88 - Metropolitan Police District, N Division.— MRS. SNOW, Case No. 4, 2Stfi ult. 89.— Cheshire, Altrincham ( Count//). F. W. RODGERS. alias, DENFIELD, Case No. 7,16th June last, 90.— Hampshire, Basingstoke ( County).— GEORGE EDWARD MESSENGER, Case No. 13, 9th June, 1899. 91.— Suffolk ( East), Lowestoft ( County). — JOHN BRADY, and STEPHEN CASTON, Case No. 48, 28th ult. 92.— Sussex East, East Crinstead ( County).— ARTHUR HIGGETT, Case No. 56, 19th November, 1897. LATEST INFORMATION. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 93.— R Division•— For stealing, 31st ult., a dark chestnut gelding, 13 hands, long mane and tail, near hind fetlocks white, scar from wart over right eye, in good condition— A YOUTH, age 16, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion fair, hair dark brown ; dress, light tweed suit and cap. Of low appearance. Information to be forwarded to the Metro- politan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. 1 1 - n • LANCASHIRE. 94.— Wigan ( County).— For unlawfully wounding, 21st ult., at Gol'borne— ABEL PIMB- LETT, age 25, height 5 ft. 9J in., stout build, red face, hair and moustache ( curled) light, eyes blue ; dress, dark suit, dark brown cap. 95.— Wigan County).— For failing to report — Licence holder JAMES SPENCER, Office No. 3089- 98, age 30, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes blue, several small scars on scalp, small scar inside left wrist, scar bridge of nose, front left middle finger, base of right thumb, top of forehead, chest, and back of neck. A boatman. Sentenced at Stafford Assizes 22nd July, 1893, to 7 years penal servitude for rape. Licenced 17th October, 1898. T 352. , Information to Supt. Brassington, Wigan. ' 96.— Warrington ( Borough).— For stealing, 27th ult., a silver watch and chain ( recovered)— JAMES HASLAM, age about 20, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., slight build, complexion pale, hair nearly black; dress, black jacket suit, trousers very greasy, dark neckerchief, grey cap, clogs. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Talbot, Warrington. PROPERTY STOLEN. KENT. 97.— Ramsgate ( Borough).— 1st inst,, 1 small diamond ring set 5 stones ( 1 crystal); 1 half hoop ring, set 5 pearls ; 1 half hoop turquoise ring, diamond horseshoe attached ; 1 small gold gipsy ring, set 2 small pearls and small ruby ; 1 gold chain bracelet; 1 gold expanding bracelet, gold knobs at ends ; 1 gold brooch, set small cameo in centre, green stones at sides ( in case) ; 1 pearl brooch, topaz in centre, string of imitation pearls attached. Suspicion is attached to A MAN, ag « about 25, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., slight build, complexion and moustache dark; dress, brown mixture suit, carried a brown leather handbag, had the appearance of a convasBer. Information to Chief Constable Jones, Rams- gate LANCASHIRE. 98.— Warrington ( Borough).— 21st ult., a white metal watch, cut mark on outer case; 1 silver Albert, curb pattern, with blood stone as pendant; 1 six- chamber revolver, nickel plated, folding trigger, dark wood stock, maker, " Franks," Birmingham. Information to Chief Constable Talbot, War- ington. APPREHENSIONS. 99.— Metropolitan Police District, E Division. — HENRY GEORGE HAM- SHARE, Case No. 3, 30th June last, 100. — Yorkshire ( North Riding), Scarborough— Licence holder JOHN GAR- WOOD, Office No. 724- 99. Case 59, 28th ult., and committed for trial at the next Scarborough Borough Sessions. LOST. 101.— 21st ult., at Victoria Street, Westminster, a black French poodle dog, clipped, scar on left side, full length tail ; answers to the name of " Tenney" ; wearing black leather collar with brass plate, " Mordey, 4, Princes Mansions, Victoria Street," thereon. Information to Mr. Mordey, 4, Princes Mansions, Victoria Street, Westminster, S. W. £ 2 REWARD. 102.— 20th ult., at Llandrindod Wells, a short gold chain, with charms and amethyst seal, monogram " B. T." thereon, attached. Information to Mrs. B. Thomas, Copper Hall, Leominster, Herefordshire, by whom the above reward will be paid on restoration of the property. 4 T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 336, 1899. The apprehension of the undermentioned persons is sought for failing to report under the Provisions of the Prevention of Crimes Act. The Police Force requiring the capture is notified under the name of the person, with the exception of the Metropolitan District, which is shown by the letters C. 0. ( Convict Office). In all cases where a warrant has been granted, notification will follow name of Force desiring capture. In the event of the capture of persons circulated from C. 0. information is to be forwarded to the Assistant Commissioner, Convict Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. The remainder to the Chief Constable of the Police District named. Name, Metropolitan Police Office No., and ' AGE. Force Desiring Capture. Conviction, Prison Register No. and Date Liberated. LICENCE HOLDERS. GEORGE ANDERSON, alias JOHN SHARP. 362- 99. C. O. MARK COLLIER, alias MARK COLL- YER and ALEXANDER JACKSON. 2114- 97. C. O. Sentence expired. War- rant issued. WILLIAM FOX. 2041- 99. C. O. HENRY FROST, alias HARRY HALL and HENRY FOSTER. 222- 99. C. O. WILLIAM GEORGE HENLEY, alias WILLIAM HENLEY and ARCHIBALD JENKINS. 1871- 99. C. O. JOHN HOUSTON, alias JOHN WIL- LIAMS, JAMES O'SHAUGHNESSY. P. PLIMASSO and CHARLES NEVILLE. 1761- 99. C. O. JOSEPH HUGHES, alias JOSEPH CLEMENT HUGHES. 1699- 99. C. O. WILLIAM LOWE. 847- 98. C. O. tence expired. Warrant, issued. Sen- WALTER CHARLES REEVES, alias WALTER REEVES. 1454- 98. C. O. Sentence expired. Warrant issued. JOHN SHEPHERD, alias CHARLES WOOD. 1342- 99. C. O. THOMAS TUBB. 1529- 99. C. O. MORRIS WILLIAMS, alias HENRY GARDINER. HENRY GARDNER, MORRIS DONOVAN, GEO. HOME- WOOD, and MAURICE WILSON 1927- 99 C. O. MARTIN CAVENEY, alias MARTIN CAVANAGH. 1165— 99. Rochdale ( Borough). Warrant issued. WILLIAM KEOGH, alias GARRETT BYRNE, WILLIAM DOYLE, GEORGE KENNEDY, and THOMAS SMITH 1516— 99. Southampton ( Borough). THOMAS WILLIAMS, alias JOHN BURNS, JOHN MASSAM. JOHN WILLIAMS, and THOMAS HUGHES. 1933— 99. West Bromwich ( County). WALLER HARRISON, alias FREDERICK ARMSTRONG. 1180— 99. Hull ( City). JAMES HUTCHINSON, alias JOHN WILSON, EDWARD BELL. EDWARD PLACE, and JOHN CAMERON. 1052- 99. Carlisle ( City). JOHN HANLON. 3363- 98. Old Trafford ( County). SUPERVISEES. ALBERT BLAIR, alias JOHN BONNER. and JAMES BARNES. 389- 98. C. O. JOHN CUNNINGHAM, alias JAMES FULLER, and JAMES SMITH. 2986- 98. C. O. SEPTOR MEREDITH, alias JOHN KING. 1479- 97. C. O. HARRY MITCHELL. 2807- 9K. C. O. HERBERT MOORES, alias CHARLES HERBERT. 2914- 98. C. O. HARRY STANLEY, alias HENRY BET- JEMANN. HARRY BENTLEY. HARRY BETJEM, and HARRIS STANLEY 3620- 97. C. O. MARY ANN WILLIAMS, alias MAR- GARET WALSH. MARGARET KIT- SON, and AGNES FERGUSON. 2573- 98. C. O. WILLIAM TAIT. alias JOHN ROBERT- SON and FRANCIS HIGGINS. New- castle- on- Tyne. Warrant issued. THOMAS WHITE, alias CHARLES SYL- VESTER. 1939- 99. Cheltenham ( County) JAMES SAMUEL GREGORY, alias JAMES GREGORY. 3317- 98. Old Trafford ( County). 5 4J 5 3.1 5 4J 5 6* 5 4| 6 OJ 5 31 fresh fair fresh fresh fresh grey hazel blue grey bra brn It bra bra Ik bra ( thin) ( tra- rey) brn ( bald) dk brn grey fresh 5 31 fresh sallow fresh dk bra irn gy fresh fresh bra dk brn grey grey bra ( bald) fresh fresh fresh pale sallow fair Scar over rt, eyebrow, rt cheek, It thumb, 1st, 2nd, and 3rrl It fingers, back It hand, It forearm, rt elbow, and several back of neck ; 3 mol « a rt of chest and 2 rt shoulder. Scar It. forearm, 4th It finger, and above It eyebrow : blue scar between eyebrows ; tattoo mark each forearm Scar It wrist and back of It hand : abscess under It of chin ; It wrist dislocated ; ROSE, part of wreath and flower pot front rt forearm ; lost all upper teeth Scar each eyebrow, It. thumb, rt elbow, 1st rt finger, and rt of mouth ; mole It armpit, It of neck, It upper arm. and rt of stomach; indistinct tattoo It forearm: bracelet each wrist ; flag and tattoo rt forearm Scar rt of chest, back of neck, outside It upper arm, front rt thumb, front rt shin, and 2 outside rt thi<* h ; lfe knee pock- marked ; mole rt cheek and It collar bone Scar bridge of nose, under lower lip, rt groin, rt buttock, each forearm, and 2 front each shin ; mole rt of chest and back of neck Scar corner It eye, front of forehead, back of head, and 2 above rt eyebrow ; mole middle of stomach and in- side It thigh. Scar It elbow, rt thumb, bridge of nose, and rt of back female It, forearm ; dot back of It hand ; mole rt buttock. Scar It forearm, rt of chest., 1st, 3rd, and 4th It, and 1st and 2nd rt fingers and inside It, knee ; mole rt cheek and It of forehead. Scar back of head, bridge of nose, It elbow, It forearm, rt knee, and It shin ; mole back of neck and It instep ; dot front It forearm. Scar bridge of nose, back of neck, rt elbow, front, rt forearm, rt thigh, front and inside It shin ( large), It calf, bend of ; leg, and inside It thigh ; mole rt cheek, It ribs, It of belly, and rt of back ; raricose vein* It leg and It ankle. GARDNER rt frm ; HERNY, 3 crosses, cross swords, arrow, scissors, and indistinct mark It forearm ; bracelet each wrist, dot 2nd and 4th It finger, back of It hand, and five rt breast; It jaw has broken. Scar top and 2 back of head, 1 each eyebrow, 2 It fore- arm, and 1 on nose ; nose inclined to rt; B C rt of chest; dot and H M It forearm, anchor rt upper and M M C rt forearm Scar rt eyebrow, rt elbow, and It knee ; scrofulous scars each side of neck ; corporal punishment marks on shoulders; B C rt side, G B and dot It forearm ; rt big toe deformed Scar It of forehead, rt eyebrow, rt and back of head, outer angle It eye, 2 back It hand, and 1 1st and 2nd rt fingers ; cross eyed North London Sessions, 4th May, 189G, 31 years penal servitude and 2 years police supervision for larceny ( person). Licenced 2nd February, 1899. W 245. South London Sessions, 15th January, 1896, 18 months hard labour and 2 years police supervision for larceny. Maidstone, 8th July, 1893, 5 years penal servitude for burglary. Licence revoked. Liberated on 2nd licence 30th June, 1899, which expires 30th September, 1900. E R T 612. Essex Quarter Sessions, Chelmsford, 21st. October, 1896, 3 years penal servitude for larceny. Licenced 20th January, 1899. W 354. North London Sessions, 21st March, 1892, 6 years penal servitude and reinanet of former sentence for larceny. Licence revoked. Liberated on 2nd licence 24th June, 1899, which expires 18th November, 1899. X D N S 867. North London Sessions, 2nd February, 1897, 3 years penal servitude and 2 years police supervision for larceny. Licenced 15th June, 1899. X 80. Middlesex Sessions, 19th October, 1895, 5 years penal servitude and 2 years police supervision for lar » ceny. Licenced 10th June, 1899. V 345. Chelmsford Quarter Sessions, 1st July, 1891, 5 years penal servitude and 3 years police supervision for receiving. Licence revoked. Liberated on 2nd licence, 24th March, 1898. R 151. North London Sessions. 22nd October, 1894, 4 years penal servitude and remanet of former sentence for larceny. Licenced 11th May, 1898. I. S. U. 257. Central Criminal Court, 17th June, 1895,5 years penal servitude for demanding money by menaces. Licenced 6th May, 1899. V 243. Reading, 30th January, 1895, 5 years penal servitude for rape. Licenced 16th May, 1899. V 15. North London Sessions, 5th November, 1894, 31 years penal servitude and 2 years police supervision for larceny. Licence revoked. Liberated on 2nd licence 1st July, 1899, which expires 24th September. 1899. I O U 1051. Salford, 8th July, 1895, 5 years penal servitude for larceny. Licenced 20th April, 1899. J V 912. hazel grey Scar back of neck and palm of It hand : W. TATHAM and man's face back It forearm, cross on pedestal back It hand, W H and stroke rt forearm Scar back of head, bridge of nose, It of neck, and 4 on back ; 1st rt finger deform « d ; doubly ruptured varicose veins It leg ; red mole rt, and brown mole It of chest Scar outer angle It eyebrow, 1st It and 2nd rt finger,, back of neck, centre of back, and 2 It of chest; red mole rt of back ; mole rt elbow, and back rt forearm North London Sessions, 6th May, 1895, 5 years penal servitude for possessing housebreaking implements by night. Licence revoked. Liberated on 2ml licence, 20th May, 1899, which expires 21st Julyr 1900. E K V 731. Liverpool, 11 March, 1895, 3 years penal servitude and remanet of former sentence for robbery with violence. Licence revoked. Liberated on 2nd licence 28th June, 1899, which expires 17th September, 1899. S V 346. Hanley, 8th January. 1897, 3 years penal servitude for shopbreaking. Licenced 22nd April, 1899. North Riding Sessions, 17th October, 1895, 3 years penal servitude, and 3 years police supervision, and remanet of former sentence for larceny. Licence revoked. Liberated on 2nd licence 14th April, I899r which expires 5th September, 1899. L S V 58. Central Criminal Court, 20th October, 1884. 15 years- nenal servitude for rape. Licenced 17th November,. 1898. K 881. Scar each side of forehead, It. forearm, It wrist and back of rt thumb Scar 1st It finger and back rt wrist, face slightly pock- marked : red mole each side of chest and It of belly, crossed flags, flower and anchor on It. 2 ships on rt forearm. 3rd It finger doformod ( crooked). D It side, J inside It forearm ; tear rt eyebrow, front of head and between 1st and 2nd It fingers; red mole If of head ; varicose veins rt calf Two scars on forehead, hump on back from spina] injury : American flag, bust of female with hand* clasped above head on It, ami ballet girl rt forearm. H It wrist, female sitting on gun rt upper arm, star back It hand Scar over It eyebrow and It of forehead, dimple in chin Scar front and crown of head, back, and It of neck, tip of rt forefinger, It forearm, and It forefinger. brn [ hazel ( trng | grey) ; black dkblue Birthmark rt temple ; scar It eyebrow, below It. eye, rt | lower lip, It elbow. 2 It thumb , and 3 rt frm ; mole rt I wrist ( fleshy), and 3 on back ; ulcer scar rt knee. Indistinct tattoo marks It hand : B and 3 dots root. It thumb : ring 2nd It finger: indistinct marks It fore- arm ; pigeon chested : prominent nose and mouth, brn brn Scar centre of forehead, and 3 It of navel: bracelet each wrist : ring each 2nd finger ; mole It of chest grey hazel Scar It thumb, rt shin, and 2 It, of chest V shaped brown mole back of neck, rt of back, It of belly, and; each upper arm ; red mole rt of belly : small tumour) back It elbow Nottingham, 26th April, 1897, 9 months hard labour and 2 years police supervision for shopbreaking. South London Sessions, 14th July, 1896, 3 years- penal servitude and 2 years police supervision for larceny. Licenced 13th October, 1898. A H VV 477. Middlesex Sessions, 18th March, 1889, 8 years penal servitude anil 5 years police supervision for larceny ( confidence trick). Licence revoked. Liberated on second licence, which expired 9th November, 1897. X P 215. Northampton, 2nd July, 1897, 15 months hard labour' and 2 years police supervision for fraud. Birmingham, 6th January, 1898, 9 months hard hard labour and 1 year police supervision for embezzlement. North London Sessions, 16th September, 1895, 3 years penal servitude and 2 years police supervision for larceny. Licenced 15th December, 1897. P V 118. North London Sessions, 3rd September, 1894, 3 years- penal servitude and 2 years police supervision for larceny ( person). Licence revoked. Liberated on* 2nd licence 5th September, 1898, which expired 5th January, 1899. E U 73. Glasgow, 18th May, 1896, 21 months hard labour and remanet of former sentence and 5 years police super vision for robbery. Licenced 20th September, 1898. Gloucester, 4th January, 1891). 6 months hard labour and 3 years police supervision for larceny. Salford, * 21st February, 1887, 10 years penal servitude and 7 years police supervision for housebreaking, and larceny. Licence revoked. Liberated on 2nd licence 10th November, 1898, which expired 22nd- June, 1899. N 119. LONDON: PRINTED FOR HER MAJESTY'S STATIONERY OFFICE BY J. J. KELIHER A Co., 22, CHARING CROSS, S. W.; 33, KING WILLIAM STREET, E. G.; AND MARSHALSEA WORKS, S. E.