THE POUC GAZETTE PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 1899. VOL. XVI., No. 1640. 2. REGULATIONS All announcements for insertion in the POLICE GAZETTE, anil all communications relating in them, should he addressed to THE EDITOR OP THE POLICE GAZETTE, NEW SCOTLAND YAKD, LONDON. S. W. Particulars concerning persons whose apprehension is sought trill he inserted in one issue of the POLICE GAZETTE, if they are sufficient to enable action to be talien upon them. by anvthcr force. 3. Particulars as to stolen property Will he Jiheicise inserted, in one issue, if sufficient to enable the article in quextion to he thenby identified. 4. In all eases where a reaper A. is otfered. the name and. addrexs of some person responsible for the payment inns' he given, and the exact conditions must he clearly stated, o. Portraits of persons whose apprehension ix sought for serious offences, and engravings of xtolen property will be inserted\ at a cost of 15s. per portrait, and of Is. 6d. per photo- qraph or sketch of a stolen article. 6. Every announcement, if for the apprehension of a person, m ust be guaranteed, by the signature of an officer of not less rank than Superintendent,; and, if the name of such person is required to he inserted ami no warrant is in force against h im. the requisition must he signed by the chief officer of police, or his immediate deputy, of the county, city, or borough, as the case may be. 7. Announcements co/ werni ng stolen property must be guaranteed by an officer of not less rank than Inspector, or analogous thereto. 8. Announcements of all perxons 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, mud, 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 eases the. officer signing the request for the insertion of any announcement will be wholly responsible for any proceedings which may result from such publication. 11. Annou nccments for the Friday issue should he forwarded so as to be received not later than noon on Wednesday, and for the Tuesday edition not litter 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, cither at the office, JYew Scotland Yard, by Postal Order, or by Post Office Order, payable at Parliament Street, Post Office. 13. Announcenwnts concerning property lost or persons missing can only be accepted on payment, and the charges for the insertion of the same icill be given on application. R. ANDERSON, Editor. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT I.— Criminal Investigation De- partment.— For forging a cheque on the London and County Bank, thereby obtaining £ 860— ANTHONY ADAMS, alias THOMAS PERKIN, age 33, height 5 ft. 11 in., complexion dark, slightly sunburnt, hair ( parted in centre) dark brown, eyes ( full) dark, Gritchen Fur Leben and anchor right forearm, ring on 3rd right finger, T, heart, and line left forearm, all in blue ink, of smart appearance ; dress, blue serge jacket suit, brown or light Alpine hat. A native of London. Has served in the 5th Lancers. Has in his possession a cheque book on the Ludgate Hill Branch of the City and Midland Bank, con- taining 30 cheques, commencing No. C. B. A. 09431 ; the first four numbers have been us| ed; 2 — N Division.— For stealing a bicycle ( recovered) and £ 1 2s.— PETER WHITE, age 14, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown ( turning grey), Scotch accent, slight im- pediment in speech ; dress, blue serge jacket and trousers, old white vest, dark tweed cap, or white Alpine hat. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. r BERKSHIRE. 3.— Reading { Borough). — For fraud— FRANCIS A. GORDON, alias W. COLVILLE BARTON, L. PRICE PRICKTON, H. FRASER, F. HYNDMAN, Major HENDERSON, R. E. STUART, & c., age 32, height 5 ft. 10 in., thick set, complexion pale, full face, hair and moustache dark brown, good teeth ; of smart appearance and good address. Warrant issued. Information to Capt. Henderson, Chief Con- stable, Reading. CARNARVONSHIRE. 4.- Conway { County).— For stealing, 8th inst , an " Ideal " safety bicvcle. No. 30122, 21'. in. frame— MARTIN STEWARD ( supposed false), age about 21, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion pale ( blotched), hair ( short) and eyes ( large) dark, clean shaved, prominent nose, dots tattooed on left wrist; dress, black coat, grey trousers, green cycling shirt, black hard felt hat, new lace boots ; appear- ance of a clerk. Warrant issued. Information to Snpt. Rees, Conway. Jsyiy moustache and eyes dark, thin features ; dress, reefer jacket, dark trousers, dark peak cap. An engine driver. Information to Supt. Oldham, Hazel Grove, near Stockport. t .— Middlewich [ County).— For stealing a lady's gold watch and £ 4 15s. 0d.— GEORGE STOKES, alias GIRDLESTONE, age 2ti, height 5 ft. tU in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, slight moustache brown, eyes grey, cut mark left cheek and left of lower lip, blue mark left fore- arm ; dress, dark check jacket, striped woollen trousers, dark cloth cap, Btrong lace boots. A native of Macclesfield. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Large, Middlewich. CUMBERLAND. 7.- Whitehaven { County).- - For robbery with violence, 2nd inst.— JOHN BELL, age 21, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion rather pale, thin features, hollow cheeks, hair brown, slight mous- tache light; dress, dark suit, black hard hat, brown boots. A mason or bricklayer, native of Coeker- inouth. Sentenced at Carlisle Assizes, 13th February, 1895, to 12 months imprisonment for indecent assault. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Kelly, Whitehaven. FLINTSHIRE. 8.— Mold county. For larcen] bailee JOHN HUGH GRIFFITHS, age 41, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fair, hair light ( turning grey), beard and moustache sandy. May endeavour to obtain employment as farm bailiff. Photograph may be seen on application. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Davies, Mold. GLAMORGANSHIRE. 9.— Cardiff ( Borough . - For stealing £ 43 16s. 4d.— CHARLES WILLIAM MYERS, age 31, height 5 ft. 8 in., rather stout build, com- plexion fresh, oval face, round chin, prominent nose, hair ( short) and small moustache black, eyes ( large) dark ; dress, dark blue serge jacket suit, white tie, black bowler hat. A grocer's manager. Is well known in the West of England. May endeavour to leave the country. Absconded 1st inst. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Head Constable McKenzie, Cardiff. NOTICE. f. The composition of the Friday No. of the " Police Gazette " will be found arranged for easy reference as fol- lows s— ( 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 and Boroughs therein, arranged in alphabetical order. ( d) Property Stolen. ( 1). Metropolitan Police District. ( 2). Counties. ( 3). Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged in alphabetical order. 2.— Any additional copies of the GAZETTE beyond the number at present supplied will be forwarded on application in the form set forth in circular of the 7th of November, 1883. 3.— It is particularly requested that any com- plaints as to the non- delivery or of irregularity in the date of delivery of the POLICE GAZETTE, may be at once notified to the Editor. THE EDITOR would call attention to the ad- vertisement in this issue from the Crown Agents for the Colonies, who are seeking the services of a Police Officer for ihe Government of Trini- dad. CHESHIRE. 5.— Hazel Grove County . — On commit- ment for non- payment of £ 10 10s. fine and costs for selling intoxicating liquor without a licence — WILLIAM PERRY, alias LITTLE TAFF, age 40, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion, hair. HAMPSHIRE. Fareham ult., a silver curb- pattern Albert— A MAN, age about 30, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion sallow, hair ( curly) dark; dress, grey mixture suit, stand- up collar, black bowler hat, brown 4 T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 394, 1899. boots, wore a gold ring, and carried an umbrella with silver knob handle. He engaged a bedroom for a few days, and after being in it for some time, left the house on pretence of bringing his luggage from the railway station. Information to Supt. Hack, Fareham. 11.— Gosport ( County).— Forstealing( bailee) £ 20— ROBERT F. PARKINSON, age 53, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache grey, eyes hazel, right forefinger missing; dress, dark brown check suit, skull cap. A painter, native of Edmonton, Middlesex. Pensioned sergeant from the Royal Artillery. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Silver, Gosport. 12.- Ringwood ( County). For deserting their families, leaving them chargeable to the Christchurch Union— THOMAS SANDS, age 35, height 5 ft. 5J in., complexion freckled, hair light brown. A fisherman, may be employed on pleasure boats.— ROBERT JOHNSON, age 41, height 5 ft. 9J in., hair dark brown. Has been an Army bandsman, may be found playing a clarionet in the streets or public houses.— WILLIAM ALFRED JOY, age 43, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fair, hair light brown, moustache light. A labourer. Warrants issued. Information to Insp. Courtney, Ringwood. Vi.— Southampton ( Borough). — For a violent assault lst inst.— MARTIN BOLAN, alias MICHAEL BRADY, age about 26, height 5ft. 8 in., complexion and hair dark, eyes grey, prominent chin, rather large mouth, supposed to have mark from a recent kick on one cheek ; speaks with Liverpool accent; wearing fireman's clothing. A fireman, native of Liverpool. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, South- ampton. HERTFORDSHIRE. 14." Watford ( County).— For obtaining wearing apparel bv false pretences, 7th inst. RYAN, alias WHITE and WALTER, age about 45, height about 5 ft. 7 in., thin face, hair inclined to ginger, long moustache ginger; dress, black alpaca jacket, dark ( tight- fitting) trousers, brown soft felt hat, wore a heavy imitation gold chain with large seal attached. Was accompanied by A YOUTH, age 16 to 18, short, for whom the goods were obtained. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Wood, Watford, KENT. 15. — Folkestone Borough). — For em- bezzlement— THOMAS WILLIAM HINES, age about 43, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., slight build, com- plexion sallow, hair ( thin on top) and moustache dark, near sighted, wears spectacles or pince- nez; dress, black jacket, grey tweed trousers and cap. A clerk and accountant. Absconded 28th ult. May endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Chief Constable Reeve, Folke- stone. 16.— Maidstone ( Borough).— For failing to report — Licence- holder CHARLES ALLARD, Office No. 3179- 38, age 4: t, height 5 ft. 4 in., com- plexion sallow, hair dark ( turning grey), eyes grey, bald front and top of head, slight impedi- ment in speech, scar left eyebrow, boil scars on back and chest, bullet scar right of neck, blue scar top of head, mole right cheek, several scars nape of neck, scar inside and front of right fore- arm, back right thumb and right first linger, ruptured left side, scar left groin, outside left forearm, outside and front of left wrist, and back second left finger. Sentenced at Maidstone Sessions, 26th October, 1895, to 4 years penal servitude for larceny. Licenced 28th October, 1898. V. 303. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Mackintosh, Maidstone. LANCASHIRE. n.— Chorley ( County).— For larceny ( ser- vant)— A WOMAN, age 19, height 5 ft. 2 or 3- in., complexion fresh, hair light bl own ; dress, black and white striped sateen blouse, blue cloth jacket with large pearl buttons, navy blue skirt, white sailor hat trimmed black ribbon, high button boots. May seek employment at restaurants. Information to Supt. Norris, Chorley. 18.— Leigh ( County).— For assault on police at Tyldesley. 12th inst.— JAMES FOGG, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion sallow, heavy moustache black; dress, brown jacket, black trousers, strong lace boots. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Higginbotham, Leigh. 19 — Rochdale ( Borough).— For larceny ( bailee)— JOHN TIGHE, age about 50, height about 5 ft, 9 in., complexion fresh, hair turning grey, moustache and eyes grey, of dissipated appearance; wearing black coat ( turning green), black hard felt hat. A tramping tailor. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Barry, Roch- dale. MIDLOTHIAN. 20.— Edinburgh ( City).— For fraud by a worthless cheque—. JOHN MOORE, age 34, height 5 ft. 5 in., stout build, full face, hair brown; dress, grey tweed suit, black felt hat— THOMAS MOORE, age about 28, height 5 ft. 7 in., com- plexion fresh, hair and moustache black ; dress, dark brown tweed jacket suit, brown tweed cap. Both are low horse- dealers and may have assumed the name of " Moore." Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Henderson, Edinburgh. NORFOLK. 21.— Norwich ( City).— For stealing ( bailee) 3 bicycles— HENRY NICHOLS, age 20, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion dark, hair brown, eyes blue, large mouth, bad teeth, mole on left cheek, wart left forearm, scar left leg and ankle ; dress, dirty grey check cycling suit, dark blue cap, nickel badge on front, shoes, sometimes wears a pair of engineer's blue trousers. A cycle repairer, native of Norwich. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Winch, Guild- hall, Norwich. NOTTINGHAMSHIRE. 22.— Nottingham ( City).— For failing to report— Licence- holder FRANK ROWLEY, Office No. 46128, age 32, height 5 ft. in., complexion sallow, hair light brown, eyes grey, scars back of neck, right shoulder, and second joint left thumb. Sentenced at Nottingham 4th February, 1886, to 15 years penal servitude for wounding. Licenced 20th March, 1894. M 106. Supervisee HENRY ANDREWS, alias GEORGE, AYRES, and WILLIAMS, Office No. 3534- 97, age 32, height 5 ft, 6J in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, mole left side of forehead, blue dot left forearm, scars first and second left fingers. Sentenced at Nottingham lst March, 1897, to 9 months hard labour and 2 years police supervision for larceny ( person). Supervisee ARTHUR MARSHALL, Office No. 3379- 98, age 51, height 5 ft. 5j in., complexion fresh, hair brown ( turning grey), eyes brown, small scar side left eye. Sentenced at Leicester Sessions 11th February, 1898, to 9 months hard labour and 2 years police supervision for larceny. Information to the Chief Constable, City Police, Nottingham. RADNORSHIRE. 23.— Penybont ( County). — For obtaining money by false pretences— WILLIAM PHILLIPS, age 48, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fresh, hair ( turning grey) dark, short thick moustache sandy, squints, round shouldered, limps, awkward gait ; dress, light jacket, black trousers with white spots, white hard liat, strong lace boots A carpenter ; native of Orleton, Herefordshire. Warrant issued. Information to Capt. Fullarton James, Chief Constable, Penybont. SHROPSHIRE. 24.- Church Stretton ( County).— For stealing, 21 th ult,, at Felhampton, a pair of light lace boots and .£ 1 lis.— CHARLES RISSE, a German, age 32 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion sallow, hair and moustache grey, bald front of head, eyes grey, arms tattooed, right second finger injured, speaks broken English; dress, rough grey suit, grey cap. May be wearing the stolen boots ; carried a grey jacket and cord trousers. Warrant issued. Information to Inspector Barnett, Church Stretton. SOMERSETSHIRE. 25.— llminster ( County).— For obtaining a horse by false pretences RICHARDS, age about 21, height about 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fresh, face blotched; respectably dressed, and wearing brown boots. A native of Southampton. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Jennings, Ilminster. 26. — Bath ' City). — For embezzlement — HENRY PINNIGER, age 18, height about 5 ft. 8 in., complexion sallow, hair brown, of good address. A clerk. Warrant issued. 27.— Bath ( City).— For stealing 2 sacks of corn ( recovered)— FRANK WEBB, age about 20, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., hair dark brown, clean shaved, cast in one eye, round features; dress, blue check shirt, corduroy trousers, cap, heavy lace boots. A bargeman ; may be found working at docks. _., Warrant issued. 28.— Bath ( rity).— For obtaining £ 210 by a forged cheque— BENJAMIN J. MANNING, age about 21, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion sallow, hair ( long and bushy) dark, clean shaved, eyes dark; of theatrical appearance; wearing fawn coloured suit. Warrant issued. / 29.— Bath ( City).— For stealing, 7th inst., a " Humber" roadster bicycle, mudguard on front wheel, handle bar rusty in places, high frame, transfer worn off, Pattison B saddle, ball head clip, Beeston tyres, solid rims, rubber pedals, brake— PERCY VIZARD, age 21 ( looks younger), height 5 ft. 6 in., clean shaved ; dress, dark blue suit, white straw hat, bright tie ; the appearance of a clerk. Stated he was going to Bristol. Warrant issued. 30.- Bath City).— For stealing a quantity of foreign postage stamps by trick— L. PERCIVAL BURNELL, age 28 to 30, height about 5 ft. 6 in., slight build, complexion pale, hair ( slightly bald on top) and moustache brown ; dress, navy blue serge suit or dark green suit, may be wearing a brown mackintosh, white straw hat or brown cap. Stated he was in the employ of the Civil Service, and was home on sick leave. Warrant issued. Information to Lieut.- Col. Gwyn, Chief Con- stable, Bath. STAFFORDSHIRE. 31.- Bilston ( County).— For failing to re- port— Supervisee JOSIAH GEORGE, alias JOHN COX, Office No. 295- 98, age 34, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes blue; bracelet right wrist; star and anchor outside, and rose, Britannia encircled with wreath with 1879 and Staffordshire knot at bottom, and crown and flag at top of wreath inside right forearm ; heart and dagger, rose, star and half moon front of muscle upper right arm ; J C A B outside and bust of female inside left forearm; man's head, heart, spear, and cross with IMS ( on heart) left upper arm. A fitter; native of Willenhall. Sentenced at Wolverhampton, 8th January, 1897, to 12 months hard labour and 2 years police supervision for larceny. Information to Supt, Walters, Bilston. 32.- Wednesbury ( County).— For an in- decent assault on a girl, age 11, on 9th ult,— JOHN O'CONNELL, age 19, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., com- plexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes brown, Staffordshire knot tattooed on right forearm; dress, blue serge jacket and vest, dark corduroy trousers, black cloth cap, blue muffler with white spots, lace boots. A native of Wednesbury. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Salt, Wednesburv. . SUFFOLK. 33.— Ipswich ( Borough).— For stealing a suit of clothes ( recovered) — SAMUEL DAU- BENEY, age 31, height 5 ft, 7} in., weight 10 st. 7 lb., complexion swarthy, hair very dark brown, slight moustache dark, eyes hazel, 2 tattooed on left forearm, of military appearance ; dress, blue serge jacket and vest, dark striped trousers, dark cap. A baker, native of St. Benedict, Lincoln. Is a Reservist of the 18th Hussars. Warrant issued. Information to Lt.- Col. Russell, Chief Constable, Ipswich. SURREY. ' H.— Chertsey ( County).— For housebreak- ing, 6th inst., at Egham, and stealing a lady's open face silver Geneva watch ; 1 lady's silver watch- guard ( has been repaired with round links)— A MAN, age 35 to 40, height. 5 ft. 4 to 6 in., red face, clean shaved, wearing dark clothes; left behind a reddish brown tweed cap. JS^/ > 35.— Chertsey ( County).— For burglary, 5th inst., at Bagshot Park— A MAN, age 18 to 20, height about 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fair, hair light; dress, dark suit and cap, lace boots. Supposed a seaman. TuesDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 1899. THE POLICE GAZETTE. 3 PORTRAIT OF PERSON WANTED. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 30.— Criminal Investigation De- partment. — Portrait and description of FRANCIS ALFRED VOUILLON, a bank cashier, whose apprehension is sought for embezzlement.— age 59, height 5 ft. i in., stout build, hair ( turning grey) dark, lame in one foot, which he drags after him; dress, when last seen, black jacket, black vest with white spots, black trousers with grey stripes, white tie, brown hat and boots. A native of Paris, but knows England and speaks good English. Is believed to be accompanied by a FRENCHWOMAN, age 24, middle height, slight build, complexion pale, hair dark red, eyes ( dis- colouration under one) blue ; wearing when last seen, black tailor- made skirt, black and white blouse. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. , SURREY. 37.— Chertsey ( County) — For uttering a forged undertaking for procuring credit, about 13th Mav, 1898 — FREDERICK WILLIAM KIRKHAM, age 43, height about 5 ft. 7 in., well built, complexion sallow, hair and moustache dark brown ; dress, black frock coat and vest, grey trousers, silk hat. A medical practitioner, late of Chertsey. Is identical with ASTON BLOUNT case, No. 1, 23rd June. See also special notice, 21st July last. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hackman, Chertsey. SUSSEX ( East). 38.— Hailsham ( County).— For stealing, 7th inst, at Polegate, a watch and chain ( re- co- rered)— A MAN, age 28, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion, hair, and eyes dark, clean shaved, heart, clasped hands, left arm, crown and cross right arm, lost 4th toe of one foot; dress, dark jacket, brown plaid trousers and vest, black and white cap. Stated he was a native of Chelmsford. Information to Supt. Elphinstone, Hailsham. 39.— Lewes ( County).— For stealing, between 26th and 29tli ult., a grey cloth overcoat ( recovered), 1 thin dark oloth overcoat ( nearly new), " Poole, London " on or under tab— A MAN, age 26 to 30, height about 5 ft. 9 in., complexion pale, thin face, hair, slight moustache, and eyes dark, of military appearance ; wearing the stolen coat, brown cloth trousers, cloth cap. Information to Supt. Stevens, Lewes, 40.— Uck field ( County).— For the abduction of a girl under the age of 16— ALFRED THOMAS MANNERS, alias INKY, age 23, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion ( sunburnt) and hair dark, slight moustache, eyes blue, rather thick lips, faint scar under one eye, mole on neck, speaks slowly; dress, light mixture jacket and vest, dark cord trousers, patch of cord of a darker shade set in one knee. A brickmaker and labourer ; native of Chelwood Common, Danehill. Description of girl:— ETHEL KATE GOSNEY, alias STACEY, age 14 ( looks older), height about 5 ft., stout build, complexion fair, full face, freckles on nose and over eyes, hair ( brushed back) dark, eyes hazel, turns right foot outward ; dress, navy blue bodice, navy blue or black skirt, black sailor hat trimmed black band, buckle at side. A native of Chelwood Common, Danehill. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Criddle, Uckfield. 41.— Brighton ( Borough).— For stealing a horse, cart, and set of harness ( recovered)— F. BARBER alias COLLINS, age 28, height 5 ft 9 in., complexion fair, hair dark, moustache light, scar on back of head ; dress, black morning coat and vest, mixture tweed trousers ( much worn), black hard felt hat. Has served in the Grenadier Guards. Warrant issued. 42.— Brighton ( Borough).— For stealing £ 2 10s.— H. DUTILLIENT, a foreigner, age 30, height 5 ft. 6 in., very slight build, complexion sallow, thin face, hair dark brown, moustache ( cut short) sandy. Has been employed as hotel " boots." Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Carter, Brighton. 43.— Eastbourne ( Borough).— For larceny ( servant) — GEORGE BECK ( supposed false), a Jew, age 25 to 27, height about 5 ft. 5 iu., com- plexion sallow, rather long nose, hair black, clean shaved, eyes dark, short sighted, sometimes wears pince- nez, long cut under chin ; dress, black suit, grey cap, lace boots. Has been employed as hotel porter. Absconded 2nd inst. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Plumb, East- bourne. 44. Hastings ( Borough). — For stealing, 31st ult., a St. James's" bicycle, B. S. A. fittings, Fleus tyre on hollow jointless rim 011 hind wheel, Scott's tyre on solid rim on front wheel, drop handle bar, rubber brake, gold transfer and figure " 4 " in gold on head, " 4 " stamped on seat- lug— JOSEPH REED ( supposed false), age about 24, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, dimple on chin, clean shaved, eyes ( small and sunken, left supposed bloodshot) dark, scar right side of face and chin ; dress, dark grey tweed cycle jacket, light grey trousers, blue shirt, light brown tweed cap, brown canvas shoes with leather strap across front, wore a silver watch chain outside jacket. He left at his lodgings a safety bicycle, dent in head, 28- in. wheels, hollow jointless rims ( dent in hind rim), straight handle bars, cork grips with white tips, Edie chain, " U. B. H." stamped on handle bar, crank, and chain wheel, new Citadel lamp, Harper saddle, new plated pump. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Baker Hastings. 45.— Hove ( Borough). — For deserting his family— HENRY GEORGE SKINNER, age 35, height 5 ft. 5 in., stout build, slightly bow legged, complexion sallow, hair dark grey, moustache and eyes dark, wearing black and white check jacket and vest, black Oxford hat, lace boots. A stableman ; may be found working at new buildings. Warrant issued. 46. — Hove ( Borough).— For deserting his children— JESSE LAWRENCE, alias SMITH, age 39, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., thick set, complexion pale, hair and large moustache light, eyes blue, large nose. A farm labourer ; native of Churt, Surrey. Warrant issued. Information to Major Teevan, Chief Constable, Hove. SUSSEX ( West). 47.— Steyning ( County).— For stealing £ 70 at Storrington, 31st ult.— WILLIAM GREY, age 53, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., slight build, com- plexion pale, long thin face, prominent nose, hair and moustache dark ( turning grey), eyes ( full) blue; dress, black clerical cut frock coat and vest, dark tweed trousers with small light stripe, white straw hat with black band. A stoker or dock labourer ; supposed a native of East London. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hooker, Steyning. WARWICKSHIRE. iS.- Birmingham( City).— For embezzling £ 61 15s. 6d, 2nd inst.— ARTHUR LEVISON GROWTAGE, age 27 or 28, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion swarthy, hair ( short) brown, eyes dark; dress, black frock coat of fine material, light grey tweed trousers, fancy tie, silk hat, morocco boots. A tailor's manager. Absconded 9th inst. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. 49.— Birmingham ( City).— For embezzling £ 14 — ROBERT A. BRASSINGTON, age 38, height 5 ft. 10 in., hair ( wavy) and moustache black, left side of bottom lip drops slightly ; dress, blue morning suit, black hard felt hat, lace boots; of military appearance. A collector; native of Chorlton, Manchester. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Chief Constable Rafter, Bir- mingham. 50.— Coventry ( City).— For stealing several sums of money belonging to the Amalgamated Society of Stonemasons, of which he was secre- tary— GEORGE FRED PARRY, age 36, height 5 ft. 6 in., stout build, slightly round shouldered, complexion fresh, large mouth, hair and moustache dark brown, wears pince- nez ; wearing when last seen black coat and vest, brown soft felt hat, brown boots. A stonemason, supposed a native of Ross, Herefordshire. He is a socialist and labour democrat, and takes part in meetings. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. 51.— Coventry ( — For stealing 3s front a till— ELIJAH CHAPLIN, age 23, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion sallow, hair and slight mous- tache dark; dress, dark jacket suit, black tie, light cloth cap, heavy lace boots. A machinist. May endeavour to enlist. Information to Chief Constable Charsley, Coventry. WILTSHIRE. 52.— Swindon ( County).— For stealing, 4th inst., a cash box containing a £ 5 note, 2 cheques ( 1 for £ l 15s., 1 for £ 1), several postal orders, a wine licence in the name of " Green, chemist, Wood Street," a bunch of keys, and £ 17— A. FRASER, supposed false, age 35 to 40, height about 5 ft. 6 in., very round- shouldered, com- plexion and hair dark, small features, beard of 3 or 4 days growth, eyes hazel; dress, dark brown suit ( morning coat); of good appearance. He obtained a situation as chemist's assistant on 1st inst., absconded 4th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Robinson, Swindon. WORCESTERSHIRE. 53.— King's Heath ( County).— For em- bezzling £ 8 5s.— FREDERICK ROWBOTHAM, age about 22, height 5 ft. 1 in., complexion sallow, small features, clean shaved, rather bow- legged, dress, light brown tweed suit, and cap or dark suit with high crown billycock hat. A clerk, native of Birmingham. May be found with betting men. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Wasley, King's Heath. YORKSHIRE ( North Riding). £ 1 REWARD. 54.— Heworth ( County).— For disobedience of a maintenance order— JOHN SAMPLE HOL- LIDAY, age 37, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fair, hair ( thin, bald on top) light brown, moustache, eyes blue, round brown mole on right cheek near the eye ; wearing when last seen a grey suit. A stonemason ; native of York. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Dove, Heworth, by whom the above reward will be paid for such informa- tion as will lead to the apprehension of Holliday. 55— Pontefract ( Comity).— For shooting with intent to do bodily harm, 26th ult., at Carlton— SAMUEL COLLINGE, age 54, height 5 ft. 4 in., stout build, complexion and hair dark ; dress, dark jacket and vest, grey trousers, brown cap. Supposed a native of Manchester; may seek employment as foreman on public works. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Whincup, Court House, Pontefract. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 5 6. Sheffield ( City).— For embezzling £ 2 8s. 3d., 1st July last, and other sums— JOHN STALKER BANKS, age 28 to 30, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fresh, hair ( long) light brown, eyes weak, wears gold- rimmed glasses, quiet in speech and manner, of good address. A cycle dealer's manager, native of Marypool, Cumberland. Warrant issued. Information to Commander Scott, Chief Con- stable, Sheffield. 4 T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 396, 1899. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 57.— x Division,— Remanded for fraud by matrimonial advertisements — F. G. HODGES, alias ARTHUR SLAVIN JONES, W. T. STEAD, R. M. MORGAN, HAMMOND, CLAMP, CLAY- TON, and WALTER TOWNSEND, age 37, height 6 ft. 3 in., complexion dark, hair black, eyes brown, of good appearance and address; dress, blue serge jacket and trousers, light vest, blue tie, black hard felt hat, brown boots. Information to be forwarded to the Metropoli- tan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. ESSEX. 58.— Grays [ County).— Committed for trial at Essex Assizes for arson— CHARLES PECK, age 36, height 5 ft. 7£ in., complexion sallow, pock marked, hair dark brown turning grey, eyes brown, burn scar left jaw, scar and several indis- tinct dots left forearm. A native of London. Information to Supt. Jordan, Grays. HEREFORDSHIRE. 59.— Ross ( County).— Committed for trial at Quarter Sessions 16th prox., for stealing a horse ( see Case No. 90)— WILLIAM SMITH ( correct name supposed COLLEY), age 35, height 5 ft. 10J in., complexion sallow, hair dark, beard ( about a month's growth) and moustache dark brown, eyes grey ; dress, dark suit, straw hat. A low horse dealer; supposed a native of Seven- oaks. Is identical with lst man Case No. 87, 19th May last.— WILLIAM ROBERTS, alias BOB, age 59 ( looks younger), height 5 ft. 4 in., com- plexion sallow, hair ( bald at back) grey, clean shaved, eyes bluish grey ; dress, brown suit, black hard hat, A horse dealer; native of London. They have been travelling the country with a horse and gig and waggonette, and are believed to be wanted elsewhere. Information to Supt. Jordan, Ross. ISLE OF ELY. 60.— Wisbech ( County).— Committed for trial at Quarter Sessions at Ely, 18th prox., for housebreaking— JAMES MILLS, age 28, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, oval face, hair brown, eyes grey, scar over left eye, base of left thumb, inside left wrist, back of right hand, wart back of neck, left leg short, caused by diseased hip. A native of Croydon ; has been a sailor. Supposed previously convicted. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Dockerill, Wisbech. ISLE OF WIGHT. 61.— Ryde ( Borough).— Committed for trial at next Quarter Sessions for larceny and obtaining money by false pretences— FOSTER TUPHOLME, age 42, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion sallow, hair dark brown, eyes grey. A canvasser. He takes lodgings, and then represents that he is a printer, and obtains money in advance for cards which he pretends he will print. Supposed previously convicted. Information to Head Constable Hinks, Ryde. and JONES, age 48, height 5 ft. I in , complexion pale, white spots on face, hair ( turning grey) dark brown, eyes grey, blue mark under left eye, Bear on bridge of nose and between eyebrows, burn mark back left ear, cut inside left hand, cut on chin, marks on both elbows. Was employed as a housekeeper ; states she is a native of Llangollen. Supposed wanted elsewhere. Information to Supt. Elcock, Pontesbury^ ^ KENT. 62.— Ashford ( County). — Committed for trial at next East Kent Quarter Sessions for housebreaking — WILLIAM BROWN, age 17, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes grey, sailor's head tattooed inside, heart outside, right forearm, part of bracelet left wrist, " I love N C W C " left forearm, " I love R D " and man in tights calf right leg, tree on calf left leg ; dress, dark brown check jacket, dark trousers, brown skull cap, sand shoes.— SAMUEL DAWSON, age 31, height 5 ft. 4£ in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes grey, bunch of flowers tattooed inside ieft forearm, angel right forearm ; dress, blue serge suit, P. and 0. cap. Information to Supt. Bailey, Ashford. 63.— Tonbridge [ County).— Committed for trial at next Quarter Sessions for housebreaking — JAMES MORLEY, age 27, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair ( turning grey) brown, eyes grey ; dress, light brown jacket and vest, cord trousers, cap, heavy lace boots. Supposed a native of Croydon. Information to Supt. Styles, Tollbridge., STAFFORDSHIRE. 65.— Stoke- on- Trent ( County). — Com- mitted for trial at next Quarter Sessions, 18th prox., for stealing money from an offertory box — FREDERICK FRYER, alias FREDERICK and WILLIAM FRY, THOMAS GREEN, CLARK, and JAMES GRANT, age about 25, height 5 ft. 1 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, slight mous- tache light brown, eyes hazel, cut mark right cheek bone and jaw ; dress, black coat, brown vest, grey trousers with black stripe, tweed cap, lace boots. Has been previously convicted, and is supposed to be wanted elsewhere. Information to Supt. Gilbride, Stoke- on- Trent. SUFFOLK. 66.— Ipswich ( Borough).— Committed for trial at next Quarter Sessions for burglary— ADLBIC CRIAB, alias JOHN WILLIAMS, a negro, age 36, height 5 ft. 4} in., 4 scars above left eyebrow, 1 on right eyebrow, cut scar back of left hand and back of left forefinger, 2 cut scars back of right hand, mole left cheek, crooked spine. Had in his possession a blue full front shirt, and a stand- up collar marked " A. C. Miller ;" also other property, which has been identified as the proceeds of burglary. Information to Lieut.- Col. Russell, Chief Con- stable, Ipswich. SUSSEX ( West). 67.— Steyning ( County).— Sentenced 11th inst. to 1 month imprisonment for larceny ( lodgings)— EDWARD JONES ( supposed false), age 26, height 5 ft. 11 in., well built, complexion fresh, high cheek bones, eyes greyish blue, hair and moustache brown, ears prominent, dot right forearm, 3 dots left wrist, cuts on right side of head, right of forehead and over right eye, scar right forearm ; dress, grey tweed suit, brown soft hat, green tie, lace boots. A clerk; states he belongs to Salisbury. Supposed wanted elsewhere. Information to Supt. Hooker, Steyning. 1 J SHROPSHIRE. 64.— Pontesbury ( County).— Committed for trial at next Quarter Sessions for larceny— SARAH ANN DAVIS, alias BARTON, HUGHES WILTSHIRE. 68.— Trowbridge ( County). — Committed for trial at Quarter Sessions at Marlborough 17th prox. for stealing, 16th ult., 1 18 ct. gold buckle ring, brilliant centre, rose diamonds around buckle, " A. S. R." scratched inside— JANE GUN- NING age 38, height 5 ft., slight build, com- plexion pale, hollow cheeks, hair and eyes dark; dress, black plush cape, black skirt, white blouse, white hat trimmed red roses— JANE GORDON GUNNING ( daughter of above), age 17, height 5 ft., complexion fresh, hair brown, plaited at back; dress, dark blue costume, white collarette, white hat with black feather. Found in their possession, supposed stolen, 1 1W ct. gold ring, beaded curb head, " U. A." scratched inside; 1 22 ct. gold wedding ring, medium weight, maker's initials " W. M." scratched inside, 6 by 6 ; 1 gold marquise hollow ring, stamped 9 ct., emerald paste centre with pearls around; 1 plain gold brooch, bow shape, stamped 15 ct.; 1 gold lozenge shape buckle, 1 in. long, set pearls ; 1 gold horn brooch with platinum top ; 1 gold plated curb bangle, padlock and key attached. They called upon jewellers, and selected some rings, etc., to be forwarded on approval, but after leaving the shops, articles of jewellery were missed. Information to Supt. Tyler, Trowbridge. flower work pattern, mother- o'- pearl handles; 12 silver fruit forks, plain, mother- o'- pearl handles; 1 pair sugar tongs, plain. Information to Inspector Wapling, Romford. GLAMORGANSHIRE. 70.— Cardiff ( Borough).— 4th inst., by hou- e- breaking, a silver card case engraved with violets; 2 18- ct. gold crescent brooches ( I diamond set heart in centre , 1 set with diamonds in silver, Italian manufacture) ; 1 lady's old gold Geneva watch ; 1 old silver watch, " J. J." on inside case; 1 lady's very fine long gold guard, spade guinea as pendant; 1 gold heart- shaped diamond s, it pendant, monogram " L. B. H." on back ; 1 gold scarf pin, large pearl surrounded with diamonds; 4 silver salt cellars, cockle shell shape; a child's silver fork, spoon, and serviette ring ; 1 lady's silver card case engraved " L. B. H."; 2 silver jam servers, fronts engraved, backs stamped " Mappin " ; 1 pair of gold earrings, " Faith, Hope, and Charity" set in turquoise; 4 sovereigns ( 2 Jubilee, 1 William III., 1 George III.); 10 Jubilee shillings and sixpences. Information to Head Constable McKenzie, Cardiff. HAMPSHIRE. 71. Portsmouth ( Borough).— 6th inst., by housebreaking, 1 silver apostle mustard spoon, " H. T." inside bowl ; 1 small plain silver dessert spoon. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Portsmouth. PROPERTY STOLEN. ESSEX. 69.— Romford ( County). — 9th inst., by burglary, at Harold Wood, Hornchurch, 2 Queen Ann pattern silver tea services, consisting of a tea- pot, sugar basin, and cream jug ( 1 large size), " Presented to Mr. and Mrs. W. G. Watson" engraved on each article ( the other small size); 1 old silver cup, handle each side, " W. W." thereon ; 1 new silver cup, " W. J. W." thereon; 2 silver dessert spoons, ornamental, raised grapes and other fruit thereon ; 12 silver fruit knives, KENT. 72. Tonbridge ( County).— 6th inst., by housebreaking, at Shipbourne, an English lever watch, " Samuel Jenner" scratched inside outer case; 1 gold brooch, set imitation diamonds, pearls around, place at back for photograph, glass deficient; 1 pair brown trousers; 1 new nightdress, embroidery round neck and sleeves ; 1 cashmere bodice, beaded trimming round neck and sleeves; 1 pink do., striped cotton. Information to Supt. Styles, Tonbridge 73.— Canterbury ( City).— A gentleman's gold keyless crystal lever watch, open face, " Bennett, Cheapside," engraved on inner case, No. 99078. Information to Chief Constable Farmery, Can- terbury. 5 74.— Gravesend ( Borough).— 25th or 26th ult., by housebreaking, a silver- plated teapot, white bone on lid, chased forget- me- nots on sides, holds to 1J pints ; 1 pair of sugar tongs engraved " T. West" in Old English, and 1 oval- shaped gold brooch, pin bent. 75 — Gravesend ( Borough).— 7th inst., by shopbreaking— Watches: 1 silver gilt keyless, quarter repeater centre, seconds fly back ; 1 gold English lever ; 1 gold filled keyless Labrador ; 2 ladies' gold demi- hunter keyless ; 2 gold plated keyless levers ; 5 ladies' gold keyless Genevas ( 1 gilt dial); 4 silver keyless ; 1 English silver lever; 1 English silver Geneva; 1 silver " Longines" lever ; 1 English lever, " Scott, Gravesend," on movement; 1 silver key wind ; 1 silver keyless Labrador ; 1 lady's silver keyless ; 7 ladies' silver Genevas ; 1 lady's silver demi- hunter with plain case ; 10 ladies' silver ( various); 1 lady's silver lever, open face ; 2 metal keyless ( 1 lady's); 2 American keyless. Rings : 1 18 ct. single stone diamond, double slit setting; 1 fancy claw, set single stone diamond; 1 lady's diamond and ruby; 1 lady's 18 ct . paste sapphire ; 1 lady's diamond half hoop; 1 lady's diamond and opal ( heart shape opals); 1 single stone claw set sapphire ; 2 antique doublette ( 22 ct.) made up of old wedding rings ; a number of 22 ct. gold wedding rings; a number of 9 ct. gold wedding rings; 120 gem rings; 60 gold keepers, 9 and 18 ct. Gold Alberts: 1 graduated curb; 1 straight curb ; 3 fancy patterns; 1 fancy pattern, heavy design ; 9 ladies' Alberts ; 6 ladies' gold necklets. Miscellaneous : 1 diamond pearl pin and stud ; 1 pair diamond earrings star set; 4 gold bangles ( various); 3 gold chain bangles; 1 gold bangle with ruby centre; 3 gold curb bangles with padlocks attached; 1 gold curb bangle with turquoise ; 47 gold brooches ( various); 1 9 ct. link suit ( playing card design); 1 9 ct. link suit ( dumb bell design); and a quantity of general stock. Some of the property have private marks scratched inside ; all watches are marked inside keyhole. Suspicion is attached to THREE MEN, lst, age 35, height about 5 ft. 8 in., dark moustache, dark clothing, skull cap; 2nd, age 35, height about 5 ft. 6 in., slight sandy moustache, dark clothing, skull cap j 3rd, age about 39, complexion [ wm TuesDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 1899. T H E POLICE GAZETTE. dark, thin features, high cheek- bones, dark mous- tache, wearing black tie anil skull cap. Information to Chief Constable Thornton, Gravesend. LANCASHIRE. 16.-- Hurst { County).— 4th inst., by house- breaking at Audenshaw, a silver American Waltham watch, No. 1121539 ; 1 lady's II ct. gold Albert guard, tassel attached ; 1 lady's 9 ct. gold • Geneva watch, No. 130526, maker " Samuels, Manchester"; 1 lady's silver Geneva watch, worn ; 2 ladies' 9 ct. gold rings ( 1 set 4 rubies, • crystal in centre ; 1 set 6 or 7 rubies in cluster, crystal in centre). Information to Supt. Hewitt, Hurst, near Ashton- under- Lyne. 77.- Blackpool ( Borough).— 3rd inst., by shop- breaking, 10 ladies' 18 ct. gold rings, claw setting ( 7 set 5 diamonds, 1 set 3 diamonds and 2 pearls, 1 set 3 diamonds and 2 sapphires, 1 set 3 diamonds and 2 rubies); 1 18 ct. gold ring, set 3 diamonds, gipsy setting; 80 9 ct. gold gem rings, various patterns ; 18 9 ct. gold stiff bangles, various patterns, set rubies and diamonds; 35 9 ct. gold brooches, various pat- terns. Information to Chief Constable Derham, Black- NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. IS.— Northampton ( Borough).— 11th inst., a pneumatic safety bicycle, " The Nene," Cooper's fittings with oval back forks and round stays, ordinary flat handle- bar, fitted with plunge brake, 28 in. wheels with Fleuss tyres with air chambers therein, tangent spokes, rubber pedals, 1 in. pitch chain, transfer on head "' The Nene,' makers, The New Grafton Cycle Company, warranted for 12 months," in gilt letters ; in fair condition.^ 79. — Northampton ( Borough). — 12th inst., a roadster pneumatic safety bicycle, 23 in. frame, 28 in. wheels, 1J detachable Clipper tyres, plated tangent spokes, rubber pedals, inch block chain, flat handle bars, cork handles with white tips, head and back tubes round, double oval tubes from head to bracket, brake and mudguards, No. 10367 on head above forks, and may have number on handle bar ; transfer on head, down tube, and back mudguard, " Warrior in armour with sword and shield," and " Cceur- de- Leon Cycle Company, Coventry" thereon ; Veedor make cyclometer and " Hartford " bell attached. Information to Chief Constable Mardlin, Nor- thampton. SURREY. 80.— Chertsey ( County).— 6th inst., by burglary at Horsell, 1 half- hoop diamond ring; 1 diamond and emerald do.; 1 large diamond solitaire do.; 1 do. gipsy ring; 1 gold ring, set 3 stones; 1 gold chain in 3 pieces; 2 silver brooches, 1 brown crocodile purse, silver mounted ; and several studs. Information to Supt. Hackman, Chertsey. 81 . — Farnham ( County).— 5th inst. by burglary at Camberley, 16 medals ( I Waterloo, " Henry Sidden, 23rd R. W. F." ; 1 Ashantee," Pte. Mclvon, 42nd Highlanders"; 1 Indian, " 1845, ' G. C. Moore, 3rd Bat. R. H. A." ; 1 Egypt, " 1881- 1882, Tel- El- Kebir Bar, Pte. M. Ross"; 1 Nile, " 1884- 1885, Regt. No. 75, Pte. T. Wholly, 2nd Essex" ; 1 Abyssinian, " Regt. No. 3596, J. Lem- mon " ; 1 Peninsular, " Badajos, Ciudad Rodrigo, W. R. Dundas, 2nd Cap. R. A." ; 1 Afghanistan, " 1878- 79- 80, Regt. No. 442, Pte. F. Tidij"; 1 New Zealand, " 1864- 66, Regt. No. 3354, Pte. John McGowan, 68th L. I. " ; 1 Indian," Relief of Luck- now, Murdoch Mackintosh, 93rd Highlanders"; 1 Indian Temperance ; 1 Afghanistan, Candahar, Cabul, and Chansea Bars, Regt. No. 58380; 1 Indian, Lucknow, and Depucia Bars, 3611, " Pte. Robert Nelson"; 1 Crimea, Sebastopool Bar, " Sergt. C. Incpott"; 1 Penak, No. 2031, " Pte. J. Prince, 80th Foot" ; 1 Indian Punjab, date 1849, " Pte. W. Ancrum, 30th Regt."); 3 stars ( 1 Khedive's, 1882, Regt. No. 2657 ; 1 Maharajpoor, 1843, " George E. Moore, 3rd B. R. H. A."; 1 Roberts March, " Pte. J. Barn, No. 58380"); 3 silver snuff boxes, chased; 1 silver vinaigrette, perforated top. Information to Supt. Simmonds, Farnham. SUSSEX ( East). 82.- Hastings ( Borough).— 11th inst., a plain gold double case lever watch, gold hands and figures, white dial, makers Johnson, Tolhurst, and Walker, Aldersgate Street, London, " No. 11673" on works, " Presented to Chief Inspector Huntley, by a few friends in the V Division of the Police," on inside of case; 1 gold open face lever watch, gold hands, black figures, white dial ( slightly cracked), maker " Jones, Robertson Street, Hastings," on inside of case. 83.— Hastings ( Borough).— Between 2nd and 4th inst., 1 18 ct. gold signet ring, engraved " J. A. E." ; 1 signet ring set red stone ; 1 18 ct. gold chain ring ; several 9 ct. gold rings, gold studs and sleeve links ; 2 pins ( 1 horse shoe set with pearls, the other shamrock leaf set 3 small diamonds ; several American gold dollars and other gold and silver coins ; 1 gold spring bracelet with 14 ct. gold watch set therein ; 2 ladies' 18 ct. gold diamond rings, 5 in each ; 1 lady's 18 ct. gold ring set with 3 diamonds and 2 rubies ; 1 lady's gold ring set with 7 emeralds ; 1 18 ct. gold ring set large diamond in centre, 2 small hearts engraved inside ; 1 lady's 18 ct. gold watch; 1 do., " Bennett, London " thereon ; 1 lady's 18 ct. gold watch, 15 ct. chain, " M." engraved thereon, with 3 gold charms ( seal, bottle, and heart attached); 2 gents' gold chains ( 1 15 ct. with seal attached, the other 9 ct. dog link pattern); 1 meerschaum pipe in case ; 1 meerschaum cigar holder in case. Information to the Chief Constable, Hastings. WILTSHIRE. 84.— Trowbridge ( County).— 4th inst., at Melksham, a " Sunbeam " bicycle ( nearly new), transfer on head tube " John Marston, Limited, Wolverhampton," 23 in. frame, 28 in. wheels, Clincher tyres, parallel handles, rubber pedals, Carter's patent gear case with oil bath, brake, mudguard, Brooks's saddle, bell, lamp and tool bag," No. 27601" on frame— Suspicion is attached to A MAN, age about 40, height about 5 ft. 8 in., stout build, complexion dark, moustache ( sup- posed) dark ; dress, black short round jacket, dark trousers, black bowler hat. Appearance of a mechanic. Information to Supt. Tyler, Trowbridge. 85.— Warminster ( County).— 11th inst., at Codford St. Peter, a " Humber " bicycle ( nearly new), Coventry make, enamelled black, flat handle- bars, white handles, black leather gear case, No. on front tube believed 27772, mudguards, plated bell, rubber pedals, Brooks's black leather saddle, geared to 64 ; a grey mackintosh cape, " Collins" on tab, makers " Hill & Co.," Reading, attached. Information to Supt. Lane, Warminster. WORCESTERSHIRE. 86 — King ' s Heath ( County).— 5th inst., by housebreaking— a lady's 18 ct. gold keyless half- hunter watch, No. 11268, white dial, enam- elled time figures on front case, " E " on back case; and a lady's short 15 ct. gold watch guard, twisted pattern, about 6 in. long, small heart- shaped pendant attached. Information to Supt. Wasley, King's Heath. YORKSHIRE ( East Riding). 87.— Hull ( City).— 26th ult., a " Victory" bicycle, 24- in. frame, 28- in. wheels, enamelled black, " Abingdon King Dick" fittings, rat- trap pedals, " Victory" transfer with " A. E. Brown, Witham, Hull," thereon, l|- in. 11011- puncturable tyres ( worn), straight handle bar, dent therein, cork handles, " Lamplough's " saddle, front fork knocked back, brake and mudguards, small baby bell — By a MAN, age 24, height 5 ft. 6 in.; dress, blue serge suit and blue cap with bright peak. 28th ult., a " Thompson Road Racer," enamelled black, jointless rims, " Eadie's" ' 98 fittings, dropped handle bar, cork handles, rat- trap pedals, " Thompson " transfer on head and down tubes, swing back stays, tangent spokes, one missing from hind wheel, gear 77, no brake, mudguard, or lamp, small bell, tool bag and black pump attached, " Palmer " fluted tyres. 29th ult., a " Royal Fleet " bicycle, 28- in. wheels, 24 or 25- in. " Up to Date " frame, enamelled black, straight handle bars, black horn fluted handles, " Royal Fleet" transfer on head, and " F. Blood & Co." on bottom tube, " Clincher" tyre front wheel, " Dunlop " tyre on hind wheel, spoon brake with no rubber therein, minus lamp bracket, lamp tied on with string, no mudguards, gear about 63, electric bell attached— by A MAN, age about 27, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion sallow, hair black ; dress, dark suit, black hard hat. Information to Capt. Gurney, Chief Constable, Hull. YORKSHIRE ( North Riding). 88.— Scarborough ( Borough).— 8th inst., Ladies' gold dress rings, viz. : 1 twisted snake, diamond eyes; 1 horseshoe on top, set several small diamonds; 1 set diamonds, ruby and sapphire, rather large stones ; 1 set several small diamonds; 1 Bet large diamonds; 1 set three diamonds ; 1 set sapphire and 2 diamonds ; 1 set 5 large turquoise stones ; 1 set turquoise and 2 diamonds; 1 set sapphire and diamonds ( setting lengthwise) ; 1 gipsy set diamond and 2 rubies ; 1 gipsy set 3 diamonds; 1 band, " Mizpah," set in diamonds; 1 band, inscription in Arabic thereon ; 1 solid gold, crest engraved thereon ; 1 plain, twisted; 1 set stone, crest engraved thereon ; 1 plain, with revolving crest. Ladies' gold chains: 1 long imitation pearl chain ; 1 short do. ; 1 do. with diamond clasp ; 1 long ornamental, with pearls ; 1 necklet, made out of sheriff's old chain of office, very old fashioned and peculiar pattern ; 1 long, thick, with gold heart appendage ; 1 long, thin, with sp « de guinea attached. Gold brooches: 1 crescent shaped, set large diamonds; 1 lizard shape, studded with small diamonds; 1 horseshoe and crop, plain ; 1 plain, dog's head painted thereon ; 1 two birds made of pearls, fastened together with gold pin ; 1 bee in pearls ; 1 single pearl; 1 two hearts, set. in pearls; 2 gold lockets ( 1 heart set with diamond ; 1 small, plain); a set of five gold safety pins; 1 fox's head. Gold bracelets : 1 thick curb chain, Jubilee 10s. piece attached, a spade guinea, a solid gold lion, gold envelope, gold lantern, gold doll, key, pencil, swallows, post card, and other gold articles ; 1 plain curb ; 1 do., with blue enamel and pearl clasp ; 1 curb, set with diamonds and rubies ; 1 plaited chain, fine, set with single diamond, initials " K. A. M." thereon ; 1 spade guinea. Information to Chief Constable Riches, Scarborough. 33 ANIMALS, & c., STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 89.— S Division.— 10th inst., a dark bay gelding cob, 15 hands, 4 years, ragged mane, short tail, near hind fetlock white, piece of skin off forehead, scar on near shoulder, in good con- dition. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. HEREFORDSHIRE. 90 — Ross { County).— 21st ult., at Upton Bishop — by TWO MEN ( see case No. 59), a black mare, about 15 hands, 6 years, large head, white star on forehead, thick body, short legs, thick mane, half tail, plain looking, lump on off side ribs, caused by wound, in line with the shaft, brushed knees. Information to Supt. Jordan, Grays. APPREHENSIONS. 91. — Berkshire , Wokingham ( County).— JOHN SHACKLER, Office No. 2056- 99, Case No. 1, 8th inst. 92.— Cheshire, Egremont ( County).— GEORGE HARPER, Case No. 8, 4th ult. 337/ 0 93.— Cornwall, Launceston ( County). — GEORGE LEVEY, Case No. 11, 18th ult 91 — Essex, Southend - on - Sea ( County).— FREDERICK JAMES COPE, Case No. 15, 10th February, 1899. 95— Lancashire, Manchester ( City). — THOMAS WOOD, Case No. 32, 8th inst. 4 T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 1899. LATEST INFORMATION. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT DEVONSHIRE. 96.— Exeter { County).— For embezzlement — RICHARD PIKE, age 40 to 45, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fair, hair and moustache light, 2 or 3 upper front teeth missing ; dress, light suit and cap to match. A pensioned sergeant from the Northampton Regiment ; native of Torrington. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable of Devon, Exeter. LEICESTERSHIRE. 97.— Leicester ( Borough).— For embezzle- ment— WALTER ED. WARNER, age 23, height tj ft. in., very slight build, complexion rather pale, hair brown, clean shaved, end of one thumb missing ; dress, blue serge suit, cap, brown boots. A wholesale spirit dealer's clerk and traveller. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Leicester. SUSSEX ( East). 98.— Hastings ( Borough).— For stealing, 11th inst., from apartments, 1 black satin striped skirt, lined black, red frill at bottom ; 1 navy blue silk blouse, with flower, trimmed cream lace, frill over shoulder fastening at side, blue striped lining; 1 child's green reefer coat and frock, smoked pearl buttons on coat, fancy buttons on frock, full silk front trimmed with two rows of cream lace, silk collar ; 1 child's green myrtle velveteen frock, full pink yoke, lined pink sateen ; 1 black plush mantle, fancy yellow lining, fur collar ; 1 new blue diagonal serge suit, blue bone buttons, lined blue, striped sleeve lining, trousers flap fronts— THOMAS JONES ( sup- posed false), age about 28, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion, hair ( inclined to curl), and mous- tache, dark, eyes brown, foreign appearance; dress, dark grey suit, black cap with bright peak, blue and white spotted bow tie.— ALICE JONES ( supposed false), age about 26, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., slight build, complexion and hair dark, eyes blue ; dress, black and white check skirt and coat, shot silk blouse, white sailor hat with red velvet band, or green felt hat trimmed black feathers. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Hastings. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 99.- D Division.— Remanded till 19th inst., charged with the unlawful possession of postal letters containing postal orders, for goods adver- tised in provincial newspapers— JAMES TOWNS- END, age 24, height 5 ft. 7£ in , complexion fresh, hair and eyes brown, 4 indistinct blue marks on left forearm, small scar on right little finger, small mole on front of neck ; dress, black morn- ing coat and vest, grey check trousers, black hard felt hat, lace boots. States he is a draper's traveller. Has advertised sheets, blankets, & c., in the name of Townsend & Sons, 9, Goodge Street, W. Information to be forwarded to the Metro- politan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W SUSSEX ( East). 100.— Hastings ( Borough).— Committed for trial at next Quarter Sessions for stealing plate, & c., from public institutious— JAMES KEMP, age .'!(.>, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fresh, hair browns moustache ginger, eyes grey, 3, 3, and 3 dots/ with ring around front left forearm, pistol back left forearm, bracelet on wrist, anchor back of hand, two figures 3 back right fore- arm ; dress, black jacket, grey mixture vest, blue square pattern trousers, soft felt hat. A native of Torquay, Devon.— JOHN COLLINS, age 31, height .") ft. 2| in., complexion fresh, hair and small moustache black, eyes grey, five vaccination marks left arm, three on right arm, scar left knee, right ear pierced for earring; dress, brown mix- ture jacket, grey trousers, blue cap, lace boots ( all old). A native of Belfast.— JAMES REEVES ( senior), age 50, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair ( turning grey) brown, eyes hazel, 3 vaccination marks right arm, scar front of left forearm, several cut marks on head, one on back of neck, indistinct " J. R." tattooed back left fore- arm; dress, brown mixture jacket, black vest, cord trousers, black hard felt hat. — JAMES REEVES ( junior), age 17, height 5 ft. 7J in., complexion fair, hair light brown, eyes blue; dress, black mixture coat and vest, light brown trousers, blue serge cap. Supposed natives of Brighton or Hastings.— JOHN GRIMSDALE, alias WILLIAM TURNER, age 28, height 5 ft. 3J in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes hazel ( peculiar looking, and has a habit of closing right), 8 vaccination marks left arm, small mole back of neck; dress, black diagonal jacket, blue serge vest, grey trousers, black hard felt hat, patent leather shoes ( all old). Information to the Chief Constable, Hastings. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 101.— J Division.— Since 31st ult., by house- breaking, a pair of gol' 1 chased solitaires, with stud to match ; 1 single stone diamond pin, claw setting; 1 cat's- eye pin ; 1 oval shaped brooch, set white stones, turquoise and pearls, forming a forget- me- not ( all gold) ; 1 necklace ; 2 bracelets : 1 brooch ; 1 Albert, close links, with Lion shilling attached ( all silver); 1 silver top scent bottle ; 1 old- fashioned revolver ; 1 brass carriage clock, in red morocco case. 102.— J Division.— 12th inst, a pneumatic diamond frame safety bicycle, Dunlop tyres, straight handle bars, cord handles, tipped with imitation ivory, rubber pedals with toe clips, frame of saddle has been broken, brake, lamp, bell and pump attached, no foot- rests, front forks or mudguards, makers " Claremont Cycle Manu- facturing Company, Limited, Birmingham" on frame 103.— P Division.— 13th inst., by house- breaking, an old- fashioned gold bracelet, set garnets all round, gilded farthing, set 1 garnet attached ; 1 narrow gold bracelet, set 3 brilliants; 1 lady's old fashioned silver watch, silver dial, gold figures ; 1 gohl brooch, made from an escapement cover of an old verge watch ; 1 silver chatelaine, various appendages ; 1 green Russia leather purse, silver mounts, initials " A. L." on corner of flap ; 1 brown crocodile skin purse, silver mounts ; and a silk bag purse, containing 4 Lion shillings, several four- penny- pieces and several Jubilee silver coins. 104.— S Division.— 12th inst., a gold English lever watch," H. B. 37 " scratched thereon ; a lady's small gold breast watch, gold bow attached, " E. A." in monogram on back; 1 gold chain bracelet, set pearls and turquoise. 105.— IV Division.— 13th inst., by house- breaking, 2 brooches ( 1 solid gold oblong, set 5 pearls : 1 old silver) ; 2 gold rings ( 1 with large diamond, held with six prongs, " M. M. and P." inside ; 1 set with pearls and diamonds); 2 sets of gold studs ( 1 for cuffs, large amethyst in each, held with gold prongs ; 1 plain shirt); 1 pair of cuff links, with onyx stones set in gold ; 1 hair chain, gold clasps; 1 pair gold old- fashioned earrings ; 1 pair silver do. ; 1 old Geneva silver watch : 1 gold plated pencil. 106.— Y Division.— Between 22nd ult. and 12th inst., by housebreaking, a lady's gold Geneva hunter watcli, front case deficient, hour hand broken off at point, white dial; 4 ladies' gold fancy dress rings ( 2 set garnets, 1 set ruby surrounded with brilliants, 1 set white stone surrounded with pearls); 1 pair gold earrings, set 3 small brilliants ; 1 oblong pebble brooch, set in gold ; 1 plain gold solitaire; 8 silver bangles, Indian make. Information to be forwarded to the Metro- politan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. MISSING. 107.— Since 13th July last, from Linlithgow— PATRICK NUGENT, a tailor's apprentice, age 17, height about 5 ft. 6 in., slight build, com- plexion pale, rather long face, hair brown, eyes grey, rather narrow chin, supposed boil scar at back of neck, walks erect, of smart appearance dress, when last seen, brown tweeil suit, lightish peak cap, light lace boots. Inquiries requested at naval and military recruiting offices. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Robin- son, Linlithgow. WANTED. 108.— Superintendent Sergeant Instructor of Police required for service under the Govern- ment of Trinidad. Salary, & c., ,£ 120 per annum, with uniform, lights and quarters ( unfurnished) with other non- commissioned officers of same rank. Tra- velling allowance when absent from town on duty. Salary subject to a deduction of 4 per cent, for Widows and Orphans' Fund and 1}- per cent, towards superannuation. Pension may be granted under Trinidad Ordinances 24 of 1885 and 23 of 1893. Duties :— Control of Detective Department under supervision of a senior non- commissioned officer, and instructing non- commissioned officers and constables in Police Duties, & c. Free 2nd class passage to and from the Colony. Candidates, who must have had previous police experience, must be unmarried and not over 40 years of age, intelligent, of good character, and strictly temperate. Applications by letter ( no special form required) giving full particulars of experience, accompanied by copies of testimonials ( not originals), with name and addresses of references of whom inquiry can be made as to capabilities and character, will- be received by the Crown Agents for the Colonies, Downing Street, London, S. W., up to the 25th September, 1899. The selected candidate will have to pass a strict medical examination as to his fitness for service in the tropics. LONDON: PRINTED FOR HER MAJESTY'S STATIONERY OFFICE EY J. J. KELIHER & Co., 22, CHARING CROSS, S. W.; 33, KING WIILLAM STREET, E. C.; AND MARSHALSEA WoRks, S. H.