THE POLICE GAZETTE PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, MARCH 2, 1900. VOL. XVII., No. 1688, REGULATIONS. 1 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. " 2. Particulars concerning pm'sons 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 arwtlwr force. . 3. Particulars as to stolen property will be Iikewise inserted in one issue, if sufficient to enatde the article in question to be thereby identified. 4. In all cases where a reward is offered, the name and address of some person responsible for the payment must, be given, and the cruet conditions must be clearly stated. 5. Portraits of persons whose apprehension is sought for serious offences, and engravings of stolen property trill be inserted at a cost of 15s. per portrait, and of Is. Gd. per photo- graph or sketch of a stolen article. - 6. Even/ 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 and no warrant is in force against him, the requisition must be signed by the ch ief officer of police, or his immediate deputy, of the county, city, or borough, as the ease may be. 7. Announcements concerning stolen property must be guaranteed by an officer of not less rank than Inspector, or analogous thereto. 8. Announcements of all persons to be apprehended or of stolen property bear a number, and, as far as practicable, they arc alphabetically arranged by counties. 9. The force which causes particulars concerning delinquents or stolen property to be inserted in the POLICE GAZETTE, must, on their apprehension or recovery, at once transmit to the Editor notice of the. fact, referring to the number of the announcement, for insertion in the next issue. 10. In all cases the officer signing the request for the insertion of any announcement irill bo wholly responsible for any proceedings which may result from such publication. 11 Announcements for the Friday issue should, be forwarded so as to be received not later than noon on Wednesday, and for the Tuesday edition not later than Saturday morning. They must be clearly written on our 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, 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 he 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. 4b) 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. 4d) Property Stolen. ( 1). Metropolitan Police District. ( 2). Counties. ( 3). Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged in alphabetical order. 2.— Any additional copies of the GAZETTE % eyond the number at present supplied will be forwarded on application in the form set forth in • circular of the 7th of November, 1883. 3.— It is particularly requested that any com- plaints as to the non- delivery or of irregularity in the date of delivery of the POLICE GAZETTE, may be at once notified to the Editor. SPECIAL NOTICE. C. I. D., C. O., Correspondence 118457. Fre- quent complaints are received about a Servants' Registry Office carried on at 12 Cholmley Villas, Thames Ditton, Surrey, by one HENRI HENRIKSON, alias HENDERSON, in the name of MISS LEE. The names of some servants are kept on this man's books, and enough business is done to save him from a charge of fraud, but in most cases his sole object is to obtain fees from applicants. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 1.— C Division.— For personation, forgery and fraud— ALBERT LINDR1DGE, Office No. 1463- 9( 1, age 53, height 5 ft. 7£ in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes light hazel, 3 moles on nose, large jagged scar inside left thigh and left groin ; dress, light tweed suit. A native of Rye, Sussex. Warrant issued. 2.— E Division. — For obtaining horse- clipping machines by false pretences — F. W. FENNER, alias WILLIAM FENTON and ATKINS, age 29, height 6 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes blue, crown, dot, stroke, and mole right forearm, 3 scars right fore- finger, several moles on neck, large feet, walks with 2 sticks, wears long brown overcoat. A native of Canning Town. Warrant issued. 3.— E Division.— For stealing 6 letters, one containing a cheque for £ 3 19s.— CHARLES WETHERILL, age 20, height 5 ft. Id in., com- plexion fair, hair brown, eyes blue, pimples on face; wearing brown waterproof coat, red tie, bowler hat, brown boots. Warrant issued. 4.— G Division•— For shopbreaking, 27th January, and stealing a quantity of gold and gold- plated eyeglass and spectacle frames, and about £ 20 — HORACE EDWARD GEORGE, alias JOHN MARSTON BURKETT, and H. GEORGE & CO., age 35 to 40, height 6 ft., stout build, com- plexion fresh, round face, hair dark, clean shaved. Is well educated and of good appearance and address; well dressed, wears a black satin tie with pearl pin. 5.— W Division.— For larceny ( servant)— JOHN STEWART, age 38, height 5 ft. 8| in., complexion and hair dark, eyes blue ; dress, dark jacket suit, may be wearing a dark grey double- breasted Chesterfield overcoat, " M. Wolfe, West- minster Bridge," on tab. May seek employment as a super at provincial theatres and music halls. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BERKSHIRE. 6.— Newbury ( County).— For stealing 6 pairs trousers ( recovered)— HENRY SMITH, age 46, height 5 ft. 6} in., complexion, hair, whiskers, and moustache ( turning grey) dark, scar over right eye; dress, dark jacket, brown striped trousers, brown peak cap, shoes. A native of Newbury ; tramps the country. Has been pre- viously convicted. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Robotham, Newbury. 7.— Reading ( Borough).— For obtaining money by false pretences, 3rd ult.— RICHARD SKINNER, age about 30, height 5 ft. 8 in., com- plexion, hair, and slight moustache dark ( some- times clean shaved). He takes lodgings at a private house and advertises ferrets, & c., for sale at a very low price, and in this way obtains various sums of money and absconds. Is accompanied by his wife, age 26, height 5 ft. .' 1 in., very fair complexion, hair light, of delicate appearance. Warrant issued. Information to Capt. Henderson, Chief Con- stable, Reading. BRECONSHIRE. 8.— Crickhowell ( County). — For dis- obedience of a maintenance order— WILLIAM RUMSEY, age 34, height 5 ft. 2 in., stiff build, complexion fair, hair and moustache light brown, eyes blue, pug nose, short neck, cut scar on chin, left index finger crooked, of intemperate habits. A native of Crickhowell; recently worked as a labourei at foundries, & c. Warrant issued. Information to Snpt. Winterson, Crickhowell. CARMARTHENSHIRE. 9.— Carmarthen { County).— For stealing timber— WILLIAM SAUNDERS, age 26, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair ( inclined to curl) and moustache red, eyes blue, long recent scar back of left hand ; dress, blue serge suit, bowler hat. A sawyer ; native of Beaford, Devon. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Carmarthen. CARNAR VONSHIRE. 10.— Carnarvon ( County).— For perjury— THOMAS M. WILLIAMS, age 28 to 30, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache light, eyes ( small) blue, rather bow- legged.— ROBERT MORRIS WILLIAMS ( brother of above), age 27, height 5 ft. 8£ in., strong build, broad shoulders, complexion fresh, hair light, moustache sandy, eyes blue, heavy eyebrows. A slate quarryman. Both wearing light overcoats and grey soft hats. Natives of Waenfawr. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Rowland, Carnarvon. DENBIGHSHIRE. 11.— Wrexham ( County).— For embezzle- ment— SOLOMON YATES, age 30 to 32, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion, hair and eyes dark, may be wearing a dark moustache, round features, of Jewish descent: wearing blue jacket and vest, overcoat, black felt hat, brown lace boots. A commission agent. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Jones, Wrexham. 4 T H E POLICE GAZETTE. DEVONSHIRE. 1-'.- Devonport ( Borough).— For stealing, 19th nit., a silver open- face watch, No. 12572, " Samuel Edgcumbe" on dial, a silver cable- pattern Albert, with a spiked compass attached ; 1 old silver verge watch, case worn through ; 1 silver Albert, long and short links alternately, 2 pendants ( 1 square- shaped locket and compass combined, photograph of a woman inside, 1 horse- shoe compass) attached; 1 pair of men's lace boots, toe caps— GEORGE PARKER, age 23, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion rather dark, hair dark brown, eyes brown, good set of teeth, true Love tattooed front of left forearm, anchor and heart on outside and anchor on front of right forearm, scar on scalp above left eye ; dress, dark brown mixed jacket suit, blue skull cap, white turn- down collar and front combined, blue tie ( sailor's knot), and the stolen boots. Supposed a native of Birmingham. Has served in the Royal Marine Light Infantry. Information to Chief Constable Matters, Devon- port. ESSEX. 13.— Epping ' County).— On commitment warrant for non- payment of a line for wilful damage—. JOHN BIBBEY, age 19. height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion dark, hair black, eyes dark, high cheek bones. A gipsy ; travels with his father in a yellow van. 1 Information to Supt. Womack, Epping, or Inspector Gibbons, Harlow. 14.— Witham ( Count//).— For assault on police— URIAH GRAY, alias JONAS GRAY, age 30, height 5 ft. 2 in., slight build, complexion, hair, and eyes dark, speaks quickly ; dress, cord vest with sleeves, cord trousers, blue cap. He travels the country with an old bay pony, and a cart with tent poles therein, " Uriah Gray, Great Totham, Essex" thereon; accompanied by a woman, and a girl age 3 years— JOHN WEBB, age 40, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion sallow, hair, side whiskers, and eyes dark: dress, old cord jacket suit, brown cap— VALENTINE WEBB, age 17, height 4 ft. 10 in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes dark ; dress, brown jacket, cord trousers, brown cap. Gipsies. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Harrington, Witham. FLINTSHIRE. 1"). — mold { County). — On commitment warrant for non- pavment of a fine and costs— MATTHEW SPENCER, age about 60, height 5 ft. 10 or 11 in., slight build, complexion fresh, hair grey, clean shaved, walks lame, appearance of a farmer; dress, grey tweed suit, black felt hat, lace boots. Is known at Chester, Manchester, Liverpool, Wrexham, and Crewe. He travels the country with a horse and a spring cart, selling hams and cheese. Accompanied by a woman, age about 55, very stout. Information to Supt. Davies, Mold. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 10.— Cheltenham ( County),— For obtain- ing jewellery by a fictitious cheque ( see Case No. IS, 23rd ult.)— G. BLACKMAN, or BLAKE- MAN, BLACKMORE, or BLAKEMORE, age 40 to 45, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., slight build, hair and beard dark, short and pointed, turning grey, speaks quickly ; dress, dark mixture suit, dark tie, black soft felt hat, blue Inverness overcoat with cape, carried a small brown leather bag. Was accompanied by A WOMAN, age 28 to 30, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion pale, long face, hair dark brown ; dress, black dress, light drab colour short jacket, sailor hat trimmed velvet and jet flowers, carried a small handbag. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hopkins, Cheltenham. HADDINGTONSHIRE. 17.— Haddington ( County).— For embezzle- ment— FREDERICK W. BRYANT, age 42, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., complexion sallow, hair ( turning grey) dark brown, slight moustache, eyes ( cast in left) grey, artificial right leg and foot, stiff at knee, scar above left eye; usually dressed in dark clothes. Talks of having been abroad. Lately employed as a laundry manager. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Mann, Haddington. HAMPSHIRE. 18.— Southampton ( Borough).— For em- bezzlement.— FREDERICK BOYLETT, age 36, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion sallow, hair, moustache, and eyes dark ; dress, dark overcoat, dark mixture coat and vest, black serge trousers and cap, dark brown striped muffler, lace boots. A ship's baker ; native of Pirbright. Has in his possession discharges from the steamships " Paris, " St. Louis," and " St. Paul." Absconded 12th ult. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, South- ampton. HEREFORDSHIRE. 19.— Ledbury ( County).— For leaving his wife and family chargeable to the Ledbury Union, 17th ult. — WILLIAM COOPER, age 25, height 5 ft. 1 in., complexion sallow, hair and moustache black, eyes dark; dress, dark jacket and vest, fustian trousers, black hard hat, strong nail boots. A pedlar ; native of Coventry. Has in his pos- session a pedlar's certificate, granted at Ledbury, 9th November, 1899. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Phillips, Ledbury. HERTFORDSHIRE. 20- St. Albans ( County).— For stealing a nearly new plain leather purse, £ 1, and 2 postage stamps— WILLIAM GREEN, age 37, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion, hair, and moustache ( turning grey) dark, walks erect, of military appearance; dress, light cloth dust overcoat, cord trousers, cloth cap. A farm labourer. Warrant issued. Information to Inspector Hassall, County Police Office, St. Albans. 21.— Watford ( County). — For embezzle- ment— THOMAS COBB, age 29 ( looks younger), height about 5 ft. 8^ in., complexion florid, hair, small moustache light brown; dress, black diagonal coat and vest, coat patched below right pocket, dark trousers, light stripe cap. Warrant issued. Information to Supt, Wood, Watford. ISLE OF WIGHT. 22.— Newport ( County).— For stealing, 6tli ult., a silver watch and chain ( recovered) — A WOMAN, who gave the names of MONTRESS, MORTON and GRAY, age about 55, height about 5 ft., slight build, complexion and hair ( turning grey) dark ; dress, black three- quarter jacket, piece of black fur around neck, old black alpaca dress, small dark bonnet and veil, carried an umbrella. She calls at houses, pro- duces a testimonial purporting to have been given by a manager of a London firm, and states she is in search of a runaway daughter. Supposed known at Bournemouth, London, Liverpool and Portsmouth. Information to Chief Inspector Ayres, Quay Street, Newport, KENT. 23.— Ramsgate ( Borough).— For stealing a pony and cart ( recovered)— WILLIAM EVES, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft, 2 or 3 in., complexion fair, moustache light, humpbacked ; wearing large pattern plaid suit. A hawker. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Jones, Ramsgate. LANCASHIRE. 34.— Prescot ( County).— For housebreaking at Rainhill, 22nd Jan.— Expiree JOHN TONER, alius JOHN FLANIGAN and GEORGE GLOVER, Office No. 42607, age 64, height 5 ft. 2* in., com- plexion sallow, hair and whiskers turning grey, eyes blue, J. M. B. front of left forearm, anchor between left thumb and finger ; may be found working on flats or canal boats. Sentenced at Liverpool Assizes 6th November, 1886, to 7 years' penal servitude for burglary ; liberated 11th April, 1892. C. M. 450. Information to Superintendent Baxendale, Prescot. 25.— Wit/ an ( County). — For stealing, 31st Jan., at Bamfurlong, a Swiss silver lever watch, No. 709078, large figures, 10/ 666/ 9 M scratched inside outer case, and 19s.— DENNIS TOCKER, age 17, height 4 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion fair, hair and eyes brown, large nose ; dress, slate colour coat and cap, dark brown cord trousers, clogs. Previously convicted of larceny, and has been on a reformatory ship. Information to Supt. Brassington, Wigan. 26 — Bootle ( Borough).— For stealing. 21st ult., a lady's gold watch ( recovered), and a 9 ct. gold chain— MARY ESTCOURT, alias BARTON and COURTNEY, age about 2S, height 5 ft. 4 in. complexion fresh, hair ( short) dark brown, eyes brown, thin sharp nose, of theatrical appearance • dress, grey costume, grey vest with blue check! black straw hat trimmed white lace, brown gloves carried a square handbag. She obtains lodgings: on the representation that she is employed in the neighbourhood. Information to the Chief Constable, Bootle. LEICESTERSHIRE. 27.— Leicester ( Borough).— For obtaining, by a worthless cheque on the East Molesey Bank, on 20th ult., 1 18 ct, double close- curb Albert; 1 diamond and pearl brooch, circle pattern ; 3 diamonds in shape of shamrock and a large pearl between ; 1 gun- metal watch, No. 860144, Roman dial; 1 plain 9 ct. gold cigarette case.— A MAN, giving the name of W. V. CLIFFORD, age about 35, height 5 ft. 11 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, small moustache light brown, walks erect; dress, dark blue overcoat, striped or check trousers, turr- down collar, low at neck, black and white stripe tie, brown hard hat, new tan colour gloves : of good appearance and address. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall. Leicester. LINCOLNSHIRE. 28.- Boston ( County).— For the abduction of a girl— WILLIAM WELCH, age 32, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, mous- tache light, eyes blue, bracelet tattooed on both wrists, tortoise, woman, Prince of Wales feathers, boy, and flower pot on arms, walks erect; dress, blue cord jacket and vest, brown cord trousers patched at knees, violet and black neckerchief, old light peak cap, light lace boots, dark blue overcoat; may be found on public works. De- scription of the girl— ROSETTA ELIZABETH CROSS, age 16, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, small scar on fore- head ; dress, brown double- breasted jacket with large buttons, black dress, coloured straw hat with brown velvet band, may be wearing blue cloth costume skirt, trimmed black braid. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Costar, Boston. NORFOLK. 29.— Norwich ( City).— For obtaining money by false pretences— WILLIAM POND, age 27, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, small moustache light, eyes blue : dress, black overcoat, mixture cloth jacket and vest, brown breeches and gaiters, coloured wrapper, cloth cap. A dairyman; native of Norwich. Frequents public- houses in company of farmers and dealers. May endeavour to enlist. Warrant issued. 30.— Norwich ( City).— For fraud and larceny ( bailee)— CHARLES HENRY BURTON, alias JAMES HENDERSON, age about 50, height 5 ft. 10 in., stout build, broad shoulders, complexion fresh, hair and moustache black, eyes ( small) dark, gout in hands and feet; addicted to drink, of good address, turns his feet outwards when walking. Is frequently accompanied by his wife, age 43, and daughter, age 18. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Winch, Nor- wich. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. 31.— Northampton ( County).— For larceny and assault on police— PADDY DRINKWATER. age 25 or 26, height 5 ft., complexion fresh, hair and small moustache light, nose broken ; dress, old dark coat and vest, red and black guernsey, supposed cord trousers. Is fond of boxing ; may- be found at common lodging- houses. Warrant issued. 32.— Northampton ( County).— For obtain- ing 10s. by false pretences— CYRIL R. CUTLER, age 30 to 35, height 5ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh, hair and slight moustache light, small eyes ; dress, brown covert coat, drab knickerbockers, black hard hat, brown leggings, lace boots. Stated he was a hay and cattle dealer. He calls on clergy- men, stating he has come from home on business, that he has left his purse behind, and requires money to pay his fare back. Warrant issued. Information to Supt, Webster, County Police Office, Northampton. STAFFORDSHIRE. 33.— Lichfield ( County).— For stealing, 1st ult., at Chasetown, 1 lady's gold Geneva watch; 2 silver patent English levers ; 1 silver watch ; 1 do., engine turned cases; 6 metal stop watches; 1 pair Bedford cord breeches; and 1 pair leather leggings— SAMUEL SAUL, age 19, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown; dress, light brown coat, corduroy breeches, cap, brown boots and leggings. A native of Brades Village, Oidbury. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Barrett, Lichfield. FRIDAY, MARCH 2, 1900. 3 PORTRAITS OF PERSONS WANTED. PORTRAIT OF A PERSON IN CUSTODY. CITY OF LONDON. 36.— Awaiting sentence at Central Criminal Court, 12th inst.. having been convicted of larceny ( confidence trick)— WILLIAM ANDREWS, age 62, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion sallow, hair, whiskers, and moustache grey ( dyed brown when arrested), eyes brown, 2 moles back of right fore- arm ; dress, brown suit, blue overcoat, bowler hat. A card sharper; attends race meetings. Is believed to have been previously convicted, and to be known as " Worcester Bill." Information to be forwarded to Supt. Mc William, 26, Old Jewry, E. C. and moustache ( turning grey) dark, eyes brown, oval face; wearing dark clothes. A native of Clapham. May be accompanied by a woman and 5 children. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. brown, scar right cheek. A jockey or stableman ; native of Abercarn, Monmouthshire. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Porter, Risca, by whom the above reward will be paid for such informa- tion as will lead to the arrest of Havard. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT MONMOUTHSHIRE. M — E Division. — For falsification of accounts — GEORGE MATHISON DOWNTON, age 41, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion, hair, £ 1 REWARD. 35.— Risca ( Calmly).— For deserting his wife and family, 23rd September last— BENJAMIN HAVARD, age 33, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., com- plexion fresh, hair ( turning grey) and eyes dark STAFFORDSHIRE. 37.— Longton County).— For burglary, 20th Jan., at Fenton, and stealing a pair of men's light lace boots, size 9, toe capped; 1 black silk umbrella, cherrywood stick with silver ferrule— JOHN THOMAS BAINBRIDGE, alias ALBERT WILLIAM WILSON, and HODDSKIN, age 26, height 5 ft. 7 in., rather stout build, complexion, hair, slight moustache, and eyes dark, impediment in speech ; dress, dark cloth suit, light cloth cap, lace boots. A native of Bishop Auckland. Is a member of the Society of Friends, of which he is fond of talking. Warrant issued. 38.- Longton ( County). — For obtaining a Gladstone travelling bag by false pretences— MICHAEL or JOHN KELLY, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 10 in., well built, complexion fresh, full face, hair and side whiskers dark, eyes ( full) grey, of smart appearance ; dress, dark drab coat and vest, light cord breeches and leggings, white tie, black hat, lace boots. A groom and coach- man ; native of Dundrum. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Bakeweli, Longton. 39.— Stoke - on - Trent ( County).— For embezzling £ 19 14s. 7d„ 19th ult.— WILLIAM FRENCH, age 35, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., rather stout build, complexion fresh, flushed face, hair brown, eyes supposed hazel, of good address ; dress, Scotch tweed ( reefer jacket) suit, brown cloth overcoat or drab colour mackintosh, black bowler hat, carried a brown leather hand bag. A native of Blacknowe, Lockerbie, Dumfriesshire. May endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. 40. — Stoke- on- Trent ( County). — For obtaining money by false pretences TAYLOR ( supposed false), age about 40, height about 5 ft. 4 in., complexion sallow, hair dark brown, mous- tache dark, tuft under chin, lame right leg ; dress, dark suit, dark muffler, black hard hit, light lace boots. He represented that he had a bag of tools at the railway station and required the money to pay carriage. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Gilbride, Stoke- on- Trent. SUFFOLK. il.— Ipswich ( Borough).— For absconding with Workhouse clothing— JAMES HART, age 55, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., complexion fair, hair ( turning grey) brown, eyes blue; dress, dark overcoat, dark coat and vest, dark speckled trousers, black soft felt hat. A wheelwright; native of Ipswich. Warrant issued. Information to Lieut.- Colonel Russell, Chief Constable, Ipswich. SUSSEX ( East). 42.- Hailsham ( County). — For stealing, 10th ult., at Hellingley, 20 lbs. of horsehair and 12 rabbit skins— WILLIAM ARNOLD, age 21, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion, hair, and small moustache dark; dress, dark tweed jacket, black cloth trousers, heavy lace boots. A rag and bone gatherer. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Willard, Hailsham. 43.— Eastbourne ( Borough).— For stealing, between 3rd and 5th ult., £ 1 10s., a lady's silver Geneva watch, open face, white dial, black hands and figures, chased back ; fine link- pattern chain, knobs at intervals, with tassel, silver slipper and pencil ( calves foot) attached ; 1 fawn- colour coat and skirt, pearl buttons, coat lined black and gold, may have " Humphrey, Eastbourne," marked inside— MRS. WOOLGAR, age about 24, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., slight build, complexion pale, hair dark; dress, short brown jacket, black dress, black straw hat, turned up at side, trimmed red and blue llowers. May seek employment at laundries. Had with her a child, age about 9 months, wrapped in a large white shawl. Warrant issued. 44.— Eastbourne ( Borough).— For stealing, between the llith and 25th ult., a pair of " Ziess " No. 8 binocular field glasses, in old- fashioned black leather case, with strap ; 8 pairs of thick flannel drawers, supposed marked " C. E. C. " ; 8 flannel under vests, marked " C. E. C." ; 1 plain silver salver, beaded border, " Presented to C. E. Clowes, on his marriage, by his brother officers of the 2nd Battn. 60th Rifles," engraved thereon ; 1 aquascutum dark greenish grey waterproof overcoat, maker's name on tab, " Scantlebury and Cummin, 100, Regent Street," may have name " Major ('. E. Clowes" underneath; 1 blue flannel light stripe jacket suit; 2 greenish Lovat tweed jacket suits, maker's name on tab, " Meyer and Mortimer, 36, Conduit Street, London," and " Major C. E. Clowes" underneath; 1 new frock coat and vest, lined throughout with silk, 4 THE POLICE GAZETTE. TUESDAY, MARCH 6, 1900. maker's name on tab, " Meyer & Mortimer, 36, Con- duit Street, London," " Major C. E. Clowes " under- neath ; 1 new dress suit, with rolled silk collar, maker'sname on tab " Meyer & Mortimer, 36, Conduit Street, London," " Major C. E. Clowes" under- neath ; 2 pairs black leather lace boots, 1 pair may have name " Alan McAfee, Duke Street, Grosvenor Square " inside, the other " Peal & Co., Oxford Street "; 1 pair black leather riding boots, with flesh- colour tops ; 2 pairs brown shooting shoes, with nails ( 1 pair quite new), " Peal & Co., Oxford Street," stamped inside ; 1 " Payne, Galway" waterproof shooting cape and kilt, dark tan material ; 1 pair new grey knickerbocker breeches and waistcoat, " Dage, Conduit Street, London," on buttons; 1 heavy double silver curved cigarette case, monogram " C'. E. C." en- graved thereon ; 1 long drab waterproof cloth Chesterfield cover coat; a " Gibus" collapsible opera hat; 1 pair brown leather Sthowasser puttee gaiters; 1 dark green hand knitted waistcoat, with black and red stripe; 1 Zingari flannel cricket coat, unlined, red, black, and yellow stripes; 1 black steel walking stick air gun ( breechloading); a number of white linen dress shirts, marked " C. E. C." in ink; a number of new " Vyella" cricketing shirts, " New and Lingwood, High Street, Eton," on tab ; a number of Indian silk handkerchiefs— CHARLES WARREN, age about 36, height about 5 ft. 7 in., slight build, com- plexion sallow, pock- marked, hair dark brown and rather curly, clean shaved, eyes dark, bad teeth in front; dress, when last seen, dark over- coat ( with velvet collar, black and white check lining, may have name " Flight, Winchester," on tab), light grey jacket, black cloth trousers, black hard felt hat, black " K" waterproof lace boots. A waiter; is addicted to drink. Has in his possession a bunch of about 2 dozen small keys on a chain ring with steel label, " Chubb, 68, St. James Street, No. 2787 " thereon ; and a number of cards, " Major C. E. Clowes, Arthurs Club" thereon. Absconded 21st ult. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Plumb, East- bourne. WARWICKSHIRE. 45.— Solihull ( County).— For burglary, 11th ult., and stealing the property described in Case No. 76, 23rd ult.— A MAN, giving the name of C. TICK, age about 35, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion fair, hair light brown, moustache light, supposed olose cut beard, speaks with London accent; wearing light jacket, grey cap, long dark overcoat. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Carbis, Solihull. 46.— Stratford - on - Avon ( County).— For stealing ( bailee), 9th ult., a pneumatic safety bicycle, 28 in. wheels, yellow rims, cover on front wheel, back tyre worn, black frame with red lines, handle bar dented on left side, rubber pedals, mudguard to back wheel, no brake— THOMAS SAVAGE, age 26, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., com- plexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes brown, clean shaved ; dress, brown clothes, cloth cap. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Lambourne, Stratford- on- Avon. 47.— Birmingham ( City).— For obtaining various sums of money, between 1st October last and 25th Jan., by false pretences— PHILIP MOR- RIS, age 24, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion florid, hair dark, eyes watery, of military appearance. A bank clerk ; native of Cardiff. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Rafter, Bir- mingham. WORCESTERSHIRE. 48.— Halesowen ( County).— For stealing, 3rd ult., an overcoat ( recovered) — HARRY JONES, alias WILSON, age about 30, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, wears fringe, slight moustache, heart with name in centre surrounded by a wreath tattooed on back of left hand, bust of the Queen back of right hand, " Charles " and a surname on muscle of right arm; dress, dark grey jacket and vest, brown plaid trousers, dark muffler, brown cap, lace boots. A collier ; native of Tipton, Staffs. Warrant issued. Information to Inspector Pitt, Halesowen or Supt. Chare, Oldbury. YORKSHIRE ( East Riding). -— Hull ( City).— For obtaining various sums of money by false pretences— MARY ELLA, alias MADAME ELY, age about 50, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion fresh, full face, hair ( turning grey) light, of masculine appearance and good address, swinging gait, wears glasses, cord or small chain attached; dress, brown costume, small bonnet, black veil. Supposed a native of Dublin. She advertises concerts, and calls at breweries and obtains lists of their managers, to whom she sells tickets, stating the concerts are under the patron- age of their employers. On the dates advertised for the concerts to be held, she inserts an adver- tisement in papers stating they are postponed owing to illness of the artistes. Was sentenced to 3 months imprisonment at Middlesbrough, Novem- ber, 1895, for collecting alms in name of Ellen Carroll, and to 1 month at Carlisle, June, 1897, as a rogue and vagabond in name of Mary Blair. Warrant issued. Information to Captain Gurney, Chief Constable, Hull. YORKSHIRE ( North Riding). 50.— Pickering ( County).— For obtaining 2 tons of hay by false pretences— JOHN WAT- SON, age 53, height 5 ft. 2 in., rather stout build, square shoulders, complexion sallow, hair ( bald on top) dark brown, moustache dark, eyes brown, large ears, of Jewish appearance ; dress, blue cloth overcoat, slate coloured cloth suit, white tie, grey cloth cap, light lace boots. Stated he was a native of Hull. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Stones, Pickering. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 51. — Knareshorough ( County). — For obtaining credit while being an undischarged bankrupt — ROBERT GEORGE STANLEY BANKS, age about 35, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion fresh, full face, hair dark brown, heavy moustache dark, eyes grey; dress, when last seen, black suit, black bowler hat, dark grey overcoat. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Ormsby, Knaresborough. 52.— York ( City). - For obtaining money by false pretences during January — GEORGE CLARKE, age 37, height about 5 ft. 7 in., slight build, complexion pale, hair and short whiskers dark. Stated he was an artist. He inserts adver- tisements in newspapers for a general servant, and one representing that a general servant is required, and receives fees on the pretence of putting the parties in communication. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Farndale, York. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 53. — Cheltenham ( County). — Remanded till 5th inst. for obtaining charitable contribu- tions by fraud— HENRY SCHMIDT, a German schoolmaster, age 58, height 5 ft. 8 in., com- plexion fresh, hair ( turning grey) brown, long grey beard, eyes hazel, blue scar centre of fore- head, 5 small circular scars front of left upper arm, small brown mole outside right upper arm and on left buttock, ruptured right side ; dress, dark overcoat, grey trousers, white muffler, brown bowler hat. Supposed previously convicted and wanted elsewhere. Information to Supt. Hopkins, Cheltenham. HAMPSHIRE. 54. — Southampton ( Borough). — Com- mitted for trial at next Quarter Sessions for steal- ing £ 10— JOSEPH GREEN, alias ISAACS, and GOLDBURGH, age 49, height 5 ft. 4| in., com- plexion and hair dark, eyes hazel, lump on right side of head, cut scar right eyebrow, 3 red moles left breast, " R. W." tattooed right forearm, scar on calf of right leg ; dress, brown cloth overcoat, brown velvet collar, dark blue cloth coat and vest, brown soft felt hat, button boots. A cigar maker; states he is a native of Aldgate, London. Was sentenced to 9 months imprison- ment at Worship Street Police Court, 2( ith October, 1896, and to 3 months at Gravesend, 1st November, 1897, for larceny. Found in his possession ( supposed stolen), an African 1879 medal; 1 good conduct medal, " Private No. 1573 J. Cardwell, 23rd Foot and East Kent" thereon ; 1 old black portmanteau ( containing a plaid blouse, 1 white woollen sweater, 1 pepper and salt colour Norfolk jacket ( nearly new) ; 2 antique metal candlesticks; 1 do. plate, about 10 in. by 8 in., historical impression thereon ; 2 small pictures, " Remains of an Old Manor House, Swansea," inscribed on one. Information to the Chief Constable, Southamp- ton. SUFFOLK ( East). 55— Lowestoft ( County).— Remanded for burglary JUSTIN CHOUVIER, age24, height5ft ' 1 m" complexion fresh, hair ( curly in front) dark brown, eyes blue, scar right forearm, index finger, and little finger right hand, outside left leg, 2 small moles left of neck ; dress, black double- breasted jacket, brown mixture cloth vest and trousers, and a pair of dark striped trousers, black serge cap, old lace boots. A native of Nimes Gard, Marseilles, France. States he has been tramping the country. Photograph can be seen on application. Information to Supt. Shipp, Lowestoft. YORKSHIRE ( North Riding). 56 — Whitby ( County).— Sentenced, 24th ult., to 2 months imprisonment for larceny from lodgings — FLORENCE HALDENBY, alias NELLIE LOVELL, age 18, height 5 ft. 2* in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes brown, of good appearance. She represents that her father was an officer and has been killed in South Africa, and that she is waiting for a remittance from the authorities. Previously convicted of larceny and fraud. Information to Supt. Pinkney, Whitby. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 57.— D Division.— 19th ult., 2 wooden cases ( 1 marked " K B 9313," containing a quantity of coloured ribbons on rolls in card- board boxes, white ribbed patterns, black, blue, and khaki; the other marked " B G 3531," con- taining 48 pieces of striped silk sleeve lining, 33 yards in each piece, various patterns and colours). £ 500 REWARD. 58.- 5 Division.— 24th nit., by ladder larceny, 1 plain pearl necklet, about 60 in number, with clasp set in rose diamonds ; 1 diamond neck- lace, large brilliant diamonds, very fine, 40 in number; 1 diamond bracelet, set 8 large diamonds, surrounded with rose diamonds; 1 lady's ring, set diamond, cut marquise shape; 1 diamond bird brooch, with aigrette and diamond spray ; 1 gold bracelet, with Indian princess in miniature; 1 small chain bracelet, spelling " Bonheur"; 1 tortoiseshell comb, set diamonds; 1 small sapphire pin; 1 small gold brooch, butterfly pattern, set ruby and diamonds; 1 brooch, with an iron cross ( German decoration) and imitation German war medal attached to safety- pin; 1 round diamond brooch, set 32 brilliants and a few rose diamonds, with single stone diamond pendant j 1 large silver brooch, set emeralds; 1 small do. ( broken); 2 pins ( 1 sapphire, 1 diamond); 1 silver buckle, with some trinkets from lady's companion attached ; some paste buttons, blue centres ; 1 £ 5 note; 3 half- sovereigns, supposed in a green leather purse. The above reward will be paid by Michael Abrahams, Sons, & Co., 5, Tokenliouse Yard, London, E. C., for information leading to the apprehension and conviction of the thief or thieves, and recovery of the property, or in pro- portion to the amount recovered. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BUCKINGHAMSHIRE. 59— Aylesbury ( County).— 24th ult., by housebreaking, 1 gold pin, diamond in centre; 1 do., fly pattern, with one pearl on wing ; 1 watch chain, gold and platinum, fetter pattern, with hook ; 1 silver collapsible drinking cup, in leather case ; 1 mustard spoon, silver plated ; 1 lady's silver keyless watch by Dent; 1 lady's silver watch chain, with tassel; 1 lady's turquoise ring, set with several blue round stones ; 1 do., set with several blue stones, oblong shape ; 1 lady's gold ring, small pearls, centre stone missing; 1 do., set with 3 red stones; 1 lady's gold keeper ; 1 gold horseshoe brooch, imitation diamonds ; 1 do., with 5 small stones, earrings to match ; 1 pair of gold earrings, with knobs; 1 necklet, thin gold, with pearls, link and bar pattern, with star- pattern pendant; 1 small gold locket; 1 gold locket to open, china sides, enamelled; 1 mosaic locket oval; 1 lady's green velvet purse, with ball- clip fastening ; 1 lady's black leather purse, with flap to fasten. Information to Supt. Pitson, Aylesbury. CAMBRIDGESHIRE. 60.— Cambridge ( Borough).— 21st ult., a lady's open- face gold Geneva watch, No. 32472, much worn, gold curb Albert, with a small whistle made into a key and a 15 ct. gold locket, attached ; 1 plain bright 15 ct. bangle bracelet, oval clasp ; 1 twisted gold do., horseshoe shape; 1 do., knot shape; 1' moonstone bangle, set in gold wire, 5 stones; 1 lady's old- fashioned gipsy ring, set small FRIDAY, MARCH 2, 1900. T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. 5 diamond in centre and 4 pearls ; 2 ladies' gold rings, grooved rims, set small diamond ; 1 lady's silver demi- hnnter keyless watch, white enamelled ring on outer case, monogram " M. A. G. T." on back; 2 crystal necklets, silver setting, each crystal joined with 3 small silver links, about 12 stones in each ; 1 large oval crystal, silver safety- pin brooch ; 1 old- fashioned white stone oval brooch, set gold filigree work, about If in. long, silver leaves on stone, set rubies; 1 gold chased oval locket, " Annie Postick " on one side, photo- graphs of 2 boys the other ; 2 small round gold link locket chains; 1 gold watch chain, round links, with tassel ; 1 pearl pendant, star shape, set about 40 pearls ; 1 pearl pendant, octagon shape ; 2 gold oval brooches, plain raised centres ; 1 oval stone amethyst, safety- pin brooch, straight chased bar; 1 yellow purse ; 1 bay colour [ lurse ; 1 red purse, containing a postal order for 5s.; 1 green leather purse. Information to Chief Constable Holland, Cam- bridge. DURHAM. 01. — Stockton- on- Tees ( County). — 14th ult., by shopbreaking, silver watches, Nos. 254 ( Geneva), 281, 366 ( lever), 414 ( lever), ( iOO. 667 ( old lever), 1082 ( lady's Geneva), 1763, 2115, 2290, 2427, 2591, 3002, 3216, 3363, 3373, 3770, 3853, 3947, 4099, 4611, 4623, 5319, 5480, 5838, 6208, 6417, 7283 ( flowered back, silver dial), 7949 ( lady's Geneva, 800 silver), 8151, 8606, 8876, 9192, 10152 ( Geneva, capped, new), 10515 ( lever), 10550, 11097, 11404 ( lever), 11578, 11820, 13343, 14943, 15000, 15548, 15695, 16863, 17924 ( Geneva), 20190, 20350, 20805, 22435, 24056, 24478 ( lever, " Reid, Newcastle" on movement), 25037, 25050, 25154, 26156, 27000, 28779, 29042 ( lady's), 30177, 32143 ( lady's lever), 32315 ( lever), 32891, 33513, 34691 ( small gentleman's lever), 36867 ( Geneva), 36942, 40579, 41117 ( express lever, " Greeves, Sheffield" on dial), 41509 ( lady's), 42930, 43764 ( Geneva), 48437, 54942, 56040 ( lever), 56960, 57220, 58010, 59800, 61904, 629U0, 67800, ( lady's Geneva, 800 silver), 72077 ( lady's Geneva), 72092, 76169, 84707,' 86550, 91968, 92992 ( lady's Geneva). 94020, 96547, 101712, 104692, 109895, 112230, 116650 ( lever), 128757 ( Geneva), 132442, 144475, 160785, 180064 227406, 271151, 275438 ( lady's Geneva, 800 silver). 300455 ( lever), 331026, 359096, 364756 ( lady's), 389035 ( lever), 3917) 4 ( lady'sl, 392243, 395043, 399084, 407360, 409441 ( Geneva, new), 425393, 425429, 470020, 480664, 494892 ( lady's Geneva , 541787, 548384 ( Geneva, metal dome, 800 silver), 558490, 567803, 569733 ( lever), 017497, 040547, 1004370, 4731234 ( Waltham lever); 1 American rolled gold hunter. No. 7885695 ; 2 metal watches, Nos. 19989, 38998 ; 1 lady's gold do., No. 18823. 2 pairs of oak salt cellars, shape of a bucket, silver- mounted, with white enamel in- side. 16th ult., rings : 30 gold wedding, various sizes, some 22 ct., 2 18 ct., the greater number 9 ct.; some may have one or more of the following letters thereon : R/- D/- E/- F/- Y/- N/- U/- ; 9 ladies' 9 ct. dress, heart shape, " Mizpah " on each, set with diamond chips; 9 ladies' 9 ct. do., set with 6 pearls and ruby in centre ; 9 ladies' 9 ct. do., various patterns, 1 set with green and red stones; 9 gold signet rings, some set with blood stones and some with milk colour stones ; 18 gentlemen's silver rings, buckle pattern ; 5 metal watches, Nos. 1132, 9352, 28538, 35850, 952406 ; 2 silver Genevas Nos. 9077, 10159 ; 1 lady's silver Geneva No. 55166 ; 1 silver Boston lever No. 300312 ; 1 small 9 ct. scarf pin, horseshoe pattern. Information to Supt. Liddell, Stockton- on- Tees. HERTFORDSHIRE. te.— Hemel Hempstead ( County).— 18th ult., atBoxmoor, 11 lady's gold keyless watch, size of a two shilling piece, pink enamel dial, black figures, gold hands, flat bow, blue enamel and gold brooch, bow shape, attached ; 1 lady's gold marquise ring, opal in centre, surrounded with 22 diamonds, and 1 diamond each side ; 1 silver fiddle brooch, set with 4 red and green pebbles ; 1 circular gold brooch, glass in centre, with pearls inside ; 1 long gold brooch, 4 pearls in centre, glass at back, con- taining hair ( pin missing); 1 small gold brooch, oval shape, plaited hair in centre ; 1 small imitation gold brooch, twisted pattern, with 4 or 5 shells hanging thereon. Information to Supt. Frogley, Hemel Hemp- stead. KENT. 6' i.— Ramsgate ( Borough).— 26tk ult., a " Star " safety bicycle, 24 in. frame, 28 in. wheels, Warwick tyres, square rubber pedals, flat handle bars, black saddle, mudguards and brake, " J. Rogers, Cycle Agent and Repairer," on front bar. " Star Cycle Co." on back mudguard— By A MAN, age about 22, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., slight build complexion, hair, and small moustache dark; dress, black suit, dark cap, patent leather boots. Information to Chief Constable Jones, Rams- gate. LANCASHIRE. 64.— Hurst ( County).— 23rd ult., at Bardsley, 0 copper 8 oz. vases of otto of rose perfume, brand " Seraphimoss," numbered 25, 28, 29, 30, 33, and 39 ; 1 pair French balance scales, 1 lb., 2 lbs., and 4 lbs. brass weights. Information to Supt. Hewitt, Hurst. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. 65— Peterborough ( Liberty of).— 23rd ult., by housebreaking, at Dogsthorpe.— A lady's gold keyless watch, 18 ct., size 6, three- quarter plate, English lever, engraved case, with 4 pairs ruby jewelling, Bregint spring, inscription on dome " Emily Wadlow, September 25th, 1896," maker's name, " Sawyer, 7, Westgate, Peter- borough," No. on plate, 69952; 1 lady's long gold chain, small links ; 1 lady's pearl mourning ring, containing hair in centre, plain gold shank made from pin, 18 ct.: 1 gold brooch, oval shape, diamond in centre; 1 gold scarf pin, set 4 or 5 pearls, diamond in centre; 1 pair gold sleeve links, oval shape, pearl in centre ; 1 plain gold collar stud. Information to Supt. Blackmail, Peterborough. SHROPSHIRE. 60.— Bridgnorth ( County).— 22nd ult., by shopbreaking at Iron Bridge, a pair of ( new) ordinary horse- clipping machines, " 1" stamped on plate, makers, " Hampson & Scott, the London Clipper, The Londinium Clipper and Best War- ranted Steel" stamped on steel parts, black handles; 1 pair ( new) leg clippers, " Leg Clippers " stamped on springs, trade mark " B & S" and makers Burman & Son" stamped on steel parts, red handles. Information to Supt. Walters, Bridgnorth. SUFFOLK ( East). 07Lowestoft ( County). — 27th ult., at Beecles, 1 metal Geneva watch, white dial; 1 white metal watch, f- plate Geneva; 1 do., bold dial; 1 do., Albion lever, bold dial; 1 silver Geneva, A Bassene, f- plate, jewelled in 8 holes ; 1 9 ct. keeper ring, braided ; 10 paste rings, marked " T. H." in leatherette folding case; 2 silver chains; 6 ladies' silver chains; 3 14 ct. gold Alberts; 1 serviette ring, silver- plated ; 1 gold- plated book marker ; 1 9 ct. gold chain ; 1 19 ct. gold seal; 6 9 ct. signet rings; 4 silver- plated vesta boxes ; 1 lady's 15 ct. gold ring, set 3 pearls and 2 sapphires ; 1 IS ct. gold ring, set 5 diamonds ; 1 lady's crystal Bassene, ivory dial, jewelled in 8 holes. Information to Supt. Shipp, Lowestoft. WARWICKSHIRE. 68— Leamington ( Borough).— 20th ult., 1 gold bar brooch, set amethyst; 1 gold brooch made from the back of a watch; 1 coral necklace ; 1 silver belt; 1 silver chatelaine; 1 Chinese silver brooch; 1 star paste brooch; 1 paste slide for belt; 1 blue butterfly; 1 cut silver do.; 1 set of gold Chinese links ; 1 gold watch chain ; 1 paste crescent; 1 Chinese gold bangle— Suspicion is attached to A MAN, of middle age, tall, beard and moustache grey, wearing grey Inverness cape and black hard hat. 20th ult., a lady's 9 ct. gold watch, No. 131454, open face, blue dots on dial, 9 ct. gold Albert, 3 chains combined, with tassel at end and 2 gilt threepenny pieces, attached. Information to Chief Constable Brabner, Leamington. ANIMALS, & c., STOLEN. DERBYSHIRE. 69.— Chapel- en- le- Frith ( County).— Since 29th January, stolen or strayed from a field at Buxton, a dark grey heavy filly, rising 9. years, 15 hands, white star on forehead, black points, tail docked, fore feet shod, unbroken. Information to Supt. Gill, Chapel- en- le- Frith, near Stockport. PERSONS OR BODIES FOUND. CHESHIRE. 10 — Middlewich ( County).— 24th ult., in the North Staffordshire Canal at Wheelock, the body of a fully- developed newly- born female child. A verdict of Wilful Murder was returned at the inquest. Information to Supt. Large, Middlewich. KENT. 71.- Sevenoaks ( County).— Died at Seven- oaks Union Infirmary, 22nd ult., A MAN, age about 40, length 5 ft. 10 in., rather stout build, complexion dark, hair, beard, and moustache black, eyes grey, bracelet and anchor tattooed on both wrists, woman inside right forearm ; dress, black jacket and vest, brown plaid cloth trousers, striped cotton shirt, flannel vest, grey pants, merino socks, blue neckerchief with white spots, and a white silk handkerchief, light lace boots. Photograph can be seen on application. Information to Supt. Taylor, Sevenoaks. MISCELLANEOUS. DURHAM. 72.— Sunderland ( Borough).— The reward offered by the North Eastern Banking Co. for the apprehension of thieves and recovery of money and bank notes, Case No. 78, 19th March, anil Case No. 10, 25th June, 1897, is withdrawn. APPREHENSIONS. 73.— Metropolitan Police District, F Division. — ALGERNON THORNTON, Case No. 2, 16th ult. 74. — Breconshire, Crickhowell ( County).— WILLIAM MORGAN, Case No. 10, 24th February, 1899. 75.— Buckinghamshire, High Wycombe ( County). WOOD, Case No. 9, 5th January last, and committed for trial. 76.— Shropshire, Church Stretton ( County)— DAVID JAMES, Case No. 40, 23rd ult. 77.— Warwickshire, Leamington ( Borough).— WALTER HILL, Case No. 53, 23rd ult., and property recovered. LATEST INFORMATION. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT KENT. 78.— Chatham ( County). — For deserting their wives and families— ALFRED ALLARD, age 27, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., stout build, com- plexion pale, hair and eyes brown, moustache light ginger; dress, jersey jacket, dark trousers, cap, lace boots. A labourer.— JOHN JAMES YOUSE- MAN, age 39, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, moustache brown, eyes grey, scar under chin. A cement labourer. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Lacy, Chatham. WORCES TERSHIRE. 79.— Evesham ( County). — For obtaining various sums of money by false pretences— A MAN, age about 40, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., com- plexion dark, hair and moustache dark brown ; dress, dark tweed overcoat with velvet collar, dark tweed trousers, black bowler hat ( all rather shabby). Was carrying a patent leather handbag. He calls at houses, states he is a superintendent of an insurance company, and, owing to the illneBS of the local collector, he has been sent to collect arrears. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Cope, Evesham. 6 THE POLICE GAZETTE. TuesDAY, MARCH 6, 1900. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 80.— P Division.— 1st inst., a large silver Jubilee medal, " 1887" thereon; 1 silver Indian filigree card case ; 1 oval- shaped silver inkstand, minus glass, " Presented to A. R. Hennell, by Mr. and Mrs. C. J. Whittock Rabbits" engraved thereon ; 1 old silver snuffer tray, filigree rail round top. 81.— Y Division.— 1st inst., by housebreak- ing, 2 clocks ( 1 square shape 8- day, chimes quar- ters, bell on top, black figures, round dial, maker Hopkins ; 1 8- day, about 20 in. high, white dial, " Paris" on top, " Shoolbred" under); 2 silver salt cellars, boat shape; 1 plated fish slice and fork, ivory handle ; 1 silver plated crumb scoop, ivory handle ; 3 silver serviette rings, " S. A. B. K." in monogram on one ; 1 pair lady's lace boots, worn, size 6. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. MISSING. £ 10 REWARD. 82.— Since 4th July, 1899, from North Wingfield — ALBERT BURTON, age 38, height 6 ft. 1 in., weight 15 stones, complexion fresh, hair, beard, and moustache brown, eyes blue, wears spectacles. Formerly a law clerk, but latterly an innkeeper and brewer's traveller. Is fond of horseracing. May be employed as a clerk. The photograph was taken about 6 years ago. The above reward will be paid for information of the whereabouts of above, or if dead, for proof of death. Information to Supt. Faulkner, County Police Office, Chesterfield. i 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 eases 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 Force Desiring Capture. HEIGHT COM. Conviction, Prison Register No. and Date Liberated. LICENCE- HOLDERS. GEORGE BAKER, alias WILLIAM NOR- MAN. 2473- 99. C. O. OK, JAMES BASSETT. alia. JOHN BASSETT. 1758- 99. CO. J WILLIAM BOWLES, alias JAMES SULLIVAN, and JOHN SQUIRES. 3080- 99. C. O. Sentence expired. War- rant issued. PHILIP CATTERMOLE. alias HORATIO, JAMES. HENRY SEWARD. HENRY HARNETT, and HENRY JONES. 1621- 99. C. O. Sentence expired. War- rant issued. WALTER EARLE. 3762- 99. C. O. 4 w WILLIAM ROWE, alius JOHN SMITH, GEORGE THOMAS, WILLIAM COYLE, JOHN WILSON, and DAVID MCDONALD. 278- 1900. C. O. . (/ WILLIAM SPRADBURY, alias WILLIAM SPREDBUKY. JOHN SPRADBURY, and WILLIAM JOHN SPREDBURY. 1171- 99. C. O. Sentence expired. War- rant issued. FREDERICK TAYLOR. 2539- 99. C. O Sentence expired. Warrant issued,. JAMES JONES, alias JAMES TORRENCE and JOHN SMITH. 137- 1900. C. O. j RUDOLPH WELZEK. alias ROBERT WILEZEK. 2987- 99. C. O. JAMES ANDERSON, alias ALFRED WALKER. 376- 99. Liverpool ( City). THOMAS FOX, alias EDWARD STRAIN THOMAS FRANCIS. EDWARD CAMERON, and THOMAS CHAMBER- LAIN. 3637- 99. Leicester ( Borough). Warrant issued. JOHN NICHOLLS. 3519- 99. Leamington ( Borough). JOHN RICHARD WOOTTON. 3193- 99 Slough ( County). SUPERVISEES. ALBERT BLAIR. alias JOHN BONNER 61 and JAMES BARNES. 389- 98. C. O.; Sentence expired. Warrant issued. DAVID O'HAGAN. 3749- 97. Liverpool ( City). 41 JOHN SMITH, alias ROBERT WILSON 26 150- 1900. Lincoln ( City). THOMAS WHITE, alias CHARLES SYL- VESTER. 1939- 99. Evesham ( County) 5 2} 5 5} fresh brn ( turng grey) fresh 5 6} 5 3j pale fresh fresh fresh dk brn ( part bald) dk brn ( bald) grey grey 5 3J fresh It brn hazel ( bald) 5J fresh brn blue ( bald) 5 3i fresh 2J sallow fresh 5 34 5 Isallow grey- hazel dk brn brn brn bin Cross sticks and heart front, 3 dots back rt forearm, flag, cross, 2 dots, WN front, 3 dots back It forearm, heart, dart, and dot back It hand, rings 3rd It finger 2 abscess scs rt and 3 It of neck ; ILO ( indistinct) front, dot, bust of female, AD and ring back rt forearm. I LOVE AD rt upper arm, 4 dots between rt thumb and linger, cross and I LAD I LAD It forearm, cross back It wrist, 6 clots and IL back It hand ; burn It side DL It shoulder, DC RINCBEE TPS and ILARL It fore- arm, AEBS rt shoulder, DORINSBEE, wreath, MY OWN TRUE LOVE, crown, stars, and anchor rt fore- arm Scar It thumb, rt upper arm, back neck, and bridge of nose : mole corner rt eye, below rt nipple, and back of neck Mole rt of forehead, rt cheek, below It ear, 2 on back, 2 on chest, and 2 It elbow : birthmark rt upper arm and It of stomach ; It of chest enlarged : lost all upper teeth ; varicose veins both legs Scar It eyebrow, bridge of nose, It cheek, back neck, 2 on back, 2 on chest, and 2 rt forearm ; burn scar front It thigh ; D It side ; ruptured It side ; varicose veins It calf Scar rt cheek, It upper arm, It thumb, front It knee, and 6 rt thumb ; mole It of chest; It and small of back, and It upper arm Central Criminal Court, 18th November, 189.5, 5 years penal servitude for possessing housebreaking implement! Licenced 17th August. 1899. P V 455. Central Criminal Court, 8th March. 1897. 3 years penal servitude for larceny. Licenced 14th June, 1899. X 115. Central Criminal Court, 29th May, 1893, 5 years penal servitude for coining. Licence ' revoked. Liberated on 2nd licence 17th October. 1899. T 300. Middlesex Sessions, 20th February. 1888, 10 years penal servitude for larceny. Licence revoked. Liberated on 2nd licence 5th June, 1899. D I O 395. Central Criminal Court, 19th October, 1S96, 3 years penal servitude and remanet of former sentence for forgery. Liberated on licence 23rd December, 1899, which expires 28th December. 1900. S W 155. North London Sessions, 6th October, 1890, 7 years penal servitude and remanet of former sentence for warehousebreaking. Licence revoked. Liberated on 2nd licence 31st January, 1900, which expires 7th August, 1900. Z K Q 760. North London Sessions, 19th January. 1897, 3 years penal servitude for larcenv. Licenced 20th April, 1899. X 77. gi'ey hazel Birthmark It knee ; knock- kneed ; scars rt of. forehead. It shoulder, back of neck, It forearm, and rt hand ; dot rt forearm Scar rt cheek and It wrist ; 3 moles on neck : 476, 4 dots and anchor rt and indistinct marks It forearm : corporal punishment marks on back Scar It thumb, above rt wrist, and corner each eyebrow Scar back It thumb, front It shin, 2 top of head, and 3 It forearm ; mole It of back, back of neck, and each side of chest Scar centre and It of forehead, small of back, It thumb and 2 It hip : mole each side of back ; varicose veins each leg 2 scs top and 3 back of head, long scar inside It. hand : mole each side of navel, back of neck, centre back, and It thigh Female front, palm tree and snake, bust of sailor, clasped hands, heart, star, red stiokes. and TRUE LOVE back rt forearm, 4 dots, dagger piercing flesh, 8 dots and ELORRIE on scroll It forearm Scar each side of forehead, It forearm, It wrist, and back of rt thumb George and Dragon on chest: crossed flags, crown, several dots. D, sailor dancing & holding flag rt, anchor. DH, bracelet, flags, and sailor with sword It forearm : heart and star back It hand jar back rt hand ; L rt forearm : large birthmark centre back Scar cenire forehead & 3 It of navel; bracelet each wrist; ring each 2nd finger ; mole It of chest North London Sessions, 19th January, 1897, 3 years penal servitude for larceny. Licenced 24th August, 1899. X 78. South London Sessions, 10th December, 1895. 3 years penal servitude and 2 years police supervision for possessing housebreaking implements. Licence revoked. Liberated on 2nd licence 19th Janu& ry, 1900, which expires 21st March, 1900. V 474 North London Sessions. 6th July, 1897, 3 years penal servitude for fraud. Licenced 7th October, 1899. X 267. Wakefield, 16th October, 1893, 7 years penal servi- tude and remanet of former sentence for house- breaking. Liberated on licence 26th December. 1899, which expires 29th November. 1901. C I P T 163. Middlesex Sessions, 2lst October, 1893, 5 years penal servitude for larceny. Licence revoked. Liberated on 2nd licence 8th December, 1899. which expires 29th March, 1900. L T 276. Marlborough, 20th October, 1896. 3 years penal servitude for larceny. Licence revoked. Liberated on 2nd licence, 16th November, 1899, which expires 27th April, 1900. W 365. Central Criminal Court, 28th June, 1897, 3 years penal servitude for manslaughter. Licenced 31st October, 1899. X 256. Nottingham, 26th April, 1897, 9 months hard labour and 2 years police supervision for shopbreaking. Gloucester, 30th June, 1897, 6 months hard labour and 5 years police supervision for larceny. Spalding, 20th October, 1898, 18 months hard labour and 2 years police supervision for breaking and entering. Liberated ( on remission) 22nd January, 190O. Gloucester, 4th January, 1899, 6 months hard labour and 3 years police supervision for larceny.