• THE PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY, hi1' NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, AUGUST 3, 1900 VOL. XVII., No. 1732. K JEI Gr XT iC. A. T I O 3V S - 1. AU 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 concern! ng persons whose apprehension is sought will he inserted, iv one issue of the POLICE GAZETTE, if they are sufficient to enable action to be taken upon them by another force. 3. Particulars as to stolen property will be likewise inserted in one issue, if sufficient to enable the article in question to be thereby identified. 4. In all eases where a reward is offered, the name and address of some person responsible for the payment must be given, and the exact conditions must be clearly stated. 6. Portraits of persons whose apprehension is sought for serious offences, and engravings of stolen property will be inserted, at a cost of 15.$. per portrait, and of Is. 6d. per photo- graph or sketch of a stolen a rticle. < 6. Every announcement, if . for the apprehension of a person, must be guaranteed, by the signature of an officer of not less rank than Superintendent ; and, if the name of such person is required to be inserted and no warrant is in force against him, the requisition must be signed by the chief officer of police, or his immediate deputy, of the county, city, or borough, as the case may be. 7. Announcements concerning stolen property must be guaranteed by an officer of not less rank than Inspector, or analogous thereto. " 8. Announcements of all persons to be apprehended or of stolen property bear a number, and, as fa r 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 CIAZETTE, must, on their apprehension or recovery, at owe transmit to the Editor notice of the fact, referring to the number of the a nnou/ ncement, for insertion in the next issue. 10. In all cases the officer signing the request for the insertion of any annmuncemeni will be wholly responsible for any proceedings which may result from such publication. 11 Announcements for the Friday issue should be forwarded so as to be received not later than mot/ on Wednesday, and for the Tuesday edition not later than Saturday morning. They, must be clearly written on one side of the paper only ; they must be in the usual form, and accompanied by a covering letter. 12. All payments must be in adva7ice, either at the office, New Scotland Yard, by Postal Order, or by Post Office Order, payable at Parliament Street Post Office. 13. Announcements concerning property lost or persons missing can only be accepted o% payment, and the charges for the inseHion of the same icill be given on application. R. ANDERSON, EdiUr. SPECIAL NOTICE. The following is a copy of the order which governs the circulation, by the Metropolitan Police, of advertisements, or reward bills, for the discovery of property or the detection of crime. The Editor inserts it, in hope of preventing delays which some- times occur in publishing such notices, on account of their not being in accordance with the regula- tions in force in the Metropolis :— 1. Printed hand- bills, or other advertisements, offering a reward for the discovery of property or the detection of crime, whether printed and issued by the Metropolitan Police, or distributed and exhibited, with the sanction of the Commissioners, on the application of private persons, or of the Police of any County or Borough, must be clearly expressed in relation to the following points— ( a) The amount of the reward. ( i) The conditions on which it is payable. ( c) The name and address of the person by wliom it will be paid. ( d) The name and address of the printer must appear thereon. ( 32 and 33 Vic., cap. 24, sec. 2.) 2. No expression must be used in such an advertise- ment, in relation to property stolen, or criminally taken or disposed of, holdingout any expectation that the reward will be paid on its return without the offender being brought to trial, or without enquiry. Attention is particularly directed to theconditions ( a) to ( d), clause 1, as Police Notices are constantly being received by the Metropolitan Police in which the conditions mentioned have not been complied with, especially those marked ( a) and ( c). Such notices are not distributed. NOTE.— Tliere are 190 Stations of the Metro- politan Police Force at which Notices can be posted. Thfe following specimens of bills are inserted for guidance :— £ 5 REWARD. LOST. 17th December, 1899, at Victoria Street, Westminster, A GOLD LEVER WATCH, No. 54963, " J. S." in monogram on back. , Information to Mr. John Smith, 500, Victoria Street. West- minster, by whom the above reward will be paid for the recovery of the watch. [ Insert name and address of the Printer.] £ 50 REWARD. STOLEN. 17th December, 1899, JEWELLERY as follows: [ Give full and accurate description.] The above reward will be paid by Mr, John Smith, 500, Victoria Street, Westminster, to an}' person giving such infor- mation as will lead to the apprehension and conviction of the thief and recovery of the property, or in proportion to the amount recovered. Information to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W.. or to any Police Station. [ Insert name and address of the Printer.] APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 1 — A Division .— For embezzling £ 200— GEORGE JAMES PETERS, age about 30, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., hair brown, usually clean shaved, ruptured, and walks badly, wears spectacles ; dress, dark clothes, black hard felt hat. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. CITY OF LONDON. 2.— For obtaining goods by false pretences— ABRAM W. LITTERY, an American, age 32 to 35, height about 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fair, hair and eyes light; dress, grey morning ( coat) suit, hard felt hat, or black morning coat and vest with braided edges, light trousers, boots or shoes with square toes. Warrant issued. 3.— For obtaining money by false pretences — CHARLES JOSEPH MELVILLE, age 23, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion and hair ( long) dark, clean shaved, eyelids slightly inflamed ; dress, dark clothes, white collar, black bow tie, black hard felt hat, which appears too large for him. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. McWilliam, 26 Old Jewry, E. C. ANGLESEY. 4.— Holyhead ( County).— For the wilful neglect of a girl, age 11— JAMES HEALEY, age 32, height 5 ft., complexion pale, hair dark brown, eyes grey, scar behind left ear.— ELIZABETH HEALEY, age 30, height 5 ft., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey. They sell watercress, ferns, and flowers. Both addicted to drink. May have the girl with them. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Jones, Holyhead. BERKSHIRE. 5.- Maidenhead County).— For obtain- ing £ 6 by a worthless cheque, 28th ult.— MARY FRASER, alias FOSTER, THORNTON, and KATE JACKSON, age 32, height 5 ft. 3 in., com- plexion fair, hair and eyes brown, 3 moles right forearm, 2 left cheek, scar on forehead; dress, blue cloth coat and skirt, white muslin blouse, Tuscan hat with wide brim, trimmed black feathers and chiffon. ( See Case No. 50, 22nd June last, and No. 74, 13th ult.) Warrant issued. 6.- Maidenhead { County).— For stealing, 27th ult., a Geneva gun- metal keyless watch, No. 3694, bevel glass, white dial, second hand, gilt ornaments round figures— A YOUTH, age 16 or 17, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion fresh, round features, hair brown ; dress, dark grey suit, black hard felt hat. Supposed a native of Hackney. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Dorrell, Maidenhead. CHESHIRE. 7.— Liscard { County).— For stealing, 11th ult., at New Brighton, a gold keyless lever watch; 1 silver lever hunting do. ; 1 lady's enamel hunt- ing watch, figured on back ; 1 lady's long gold guard, tassel and heart shape locket ( set diamond and 2 sapphires) attached; 1 gold bracelet, set 3 diamonds and 2 blue stones; 1 single stone diamond ring; 1 gold double Albert, locket attached; 1 lady's gold half- hoop ring, set •> diamonds ; 2 silver tablespoons ; and £ 3 7s. 6d.— MARTHA SCHROEDER, age about 19, height 5 ft. 1 or 2 in., complexion pale, hair black, wears a fringe, eyes ( sore) supposed hazel, consumptive appearance ; dress, white muslin bodice, black skirt, black cape, and sailor hat. — MARY O'BRIEN, age about 20. height about 5 ft., rather stout, complexion fresh, hair ( frizzed in front) black, hair on upper lip; dress, light blouse, black skirt ( suppose crepon) black sailor hat. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. McDonald, Liscard. 8.— Middlewich { County).— For burglary — JOSEPH DAY STEELE, alias JOSEPH DAY and JOSEPH DAY COOK, age 30, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fresh, hair, moustache, and eyes brown, cut mark over left eye, small mole right side of neck ; dress, grey jacket, cord trousers, cap, lace boots. A farm labourer; native of Wincle,. Cheshire. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Large, Middlewich. DORSETSHIRE. 9.— Dorchester { County).— For stealing, 3rd ult., a shirt ; 1 pair black socks ; 1 stylo- graphic pen ; 1 penknife ; and a purse, containing a Kruger sixpence and a fourpenny piece dated 1840— GEORGE WILLIAM HOOPER, age 19, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion pale, hair brown, eyes grey ; dress, dark jacket and trousers, blue vest, blue serge cap, military boots. A brass finisher ; native of Walton, Ipswich. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Burden, Dorchester. DURHAM. 10.— Durham { City).— For embezzling £ 153 17s. 6d„ 28th ult.— JAMES WATERS, age 52, height about 5 ft. 64 in., complexion dark, hair, slight side whiskers and rather heavy moustache grey, slightly lame; dress, slate coloured jacket suit, cap to match, turn down collar, dark tie. A check weighman. Absconded 28th ult. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Smith, Durham. h i I'll 4 T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE FRIDAY, AUGUST 3, 1900 ESSEX. 11. — Grays ( County). — For assault — THOMAS LOGAN, a Scotchman, age 27, height 5 ft. 6i in., complexion sallow, hair and moustache brown, peculiar expression of mouth. A fitter; has been employed at Chatham Dockyard. Warrant issued. 12.— Grays ( County).— For stealing ( by trick) ith ult., 2 blue serge suits : 2 shirts ; and 2 pairs of focks— ALFRED WILLIAM BULL, age 38, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes brown, mole right breast, abscess scars under jaw, fleshy mole on back, left thumb and fingers missing. An insurance agent; native of Bishops Stortford. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Jordan, Grays. 13 — Romford [ County).— For leaving his wife and children chargeable to the common fund of the Romford Union, 30th April last— HARRY MANN, age 32, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair ( inclined to curl), moustache, and eyes brown, cut scar on one wrist, scar about in. long on right cheek ; dress, when last seen, dark tweed jacket and vest, cord trousers, black hard felt hat. A bricklayer; native of Nayland, Suffolk. Sometimes works as a sweep, also as a rag and bone gatherer. Frequents the company of low horse dealers and gipsies. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Creasy, Romford. GLAMORGANSHIRE. £ 1 REWARD. 14. — Neath ( Borough). — For deserting his wife and family— GEORGE DEAKIN, age 37 to 40, height about 5 ft. 7 in., round shoulders, complexion sallow, long face, hair and moustache dark brown, eyes ( full, cast in one) hazel, stoops and carries his head forward. A herbalist; native of Neath ; may be found at markets selling herbs, sweets, & c. Warrant issued. The above reward will be paid by the Guardians of the Neath Union to any person giving such information as will lead to the arrest of Deakin. Information to Chief Constable Kilpatrick, Neath. 15.- Swansea ( Borough).— For obtaining money by false pretences— A MAN, who gave the names of DAVID JONES and DAVID ROTH, age about 25, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion fresh, hair and slight moustache light; dress, dark jacket and vest, brown cord trousers ( all old), bowler hat. He called on the wife of a coal merchant, stated that he had sold a portion of a set of harness to her husband, and produced a note purporting to have been written by the latter, instructing her to pay the bearer. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Colquhoun, Swansea. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 16.- Bristol ( City).— For failing to appear to his bail at Bristol Assizes, 5th ult., charged with buggery— JABEZ SKINGLE, age 53, height 5 ft. 3J in., stout build, complexion fresh, hair { turning grey) brown, ' A brown moles on left forearm, 1 on left upper arm, 2 boil marks between shoulders, 1 on back of neck. A photographer. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Bristol. HAMPSHIRE. 17.— Aldershot ( County).— For stealing £ 20, 17th ult. — CHARLES FRED HUDSON, age 26|, height 5 ft. 5J in., complexion fair, hair brown, eyes blue, bad teeth ; dress, blue serge suit, grey cap. Is a private of the 7th King's Royal Rifle Corps. 18.— Aldershot ( County). — For stealing, 23rd ult,, a vest and a silver chain ( recovered)— A MAN, age about 27, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., hair light brown, clean shaved, slight cut mark on upper lip, heart and arrow tattooed back of left wrist; dress, dark navy blue jacket and trousers, blue guernsey, flag and anchor badges thereon, blue and white cheese cutter cap. Appearance of a sailor. He takes lodgings, commits a larceny, and decamps. Information to Supt. Hawkins, Aldershot. 19.— Lyndhurst ( County).— For deserting his wife and family, whereby they became charge- able to the common fund of the Lymington Uniun — DAVID JOHN TOTTERDELL, age 44, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache dark brown ( turning grey), eyes blue, cut mark under lower lip, is addicted to drink. A clerk ; native of Lymington, Hants. Warrant issued. Information to Supt, Courtney, Lyndhurst. 20.— Winchester ( City). — For stealing ( bailee) a bicycle ( recovered)— JOHN WILLIAM FORSTER, age about 40, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., stout build, complexion fresh, full face, hair, moustache, and eyes dark, right foot slightly deformed, heel of boot thicker than left, of good address, quiet and reserved in manner; dress, dark grey jacket suit, black and white check straw hat, dark tie, lace boots, wearing adouble gold Albert. A brewer's traveller. Previously served in the King's Royal Rifles. May be accompanied by his wife, and a boy age about 3. Warrant issued. Information to Head Constable Felton, Win- chester. 21 .— Southampton ( Borough).— For em- bezzlement — WILLIAM WHITFORD, age 17, height 5 ft. 2 in., complexion sunburnt, sunken cheeks, hair and eyes brown ; dress, dark grey cloth suit, cloth cap. An errand boy ; native of Southampton. May endeavour to join the Navy. Warrant issued. 22.- Southampton ( Borough).— For fail- ing to report— Licence holder JAMES WILLIAM JOWETT, Office No. 1994- 00, age 30, height 5 ft, 6 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, scar outer angle of right eye and front of throat, scar back of left forefinger, scar back of fore and ring fingers right hand. A journalist; native of Bradford. Sentenced at Leeds Assizes, 3rd December, 1896, to 3 years penal servitude for forgery. Liberated on second licence 21st July, 1900, which expires 27th September next. W. 460. 23.— Southampton ( Borough).— For steal- ing a horse— WILLIAM HATCH, age 25 to 30, height 5 ft. 11 in., slight build, complexion and hair dark, slight moustache dark brown ; dress, grey or brown coat, cord trousers ( tight fitting). A native of Nomansland, Hants ; will probably be found in the company of low horse dealers. Warrant issued. 24.— Southampton ( Borough).—. For ob- taining £ 5 by false pretences— M. E. JACQUES, age about 50, height about 5 ft. 5 in., complexion, hair, heavy moustache, and eyes ( prominent) dark, guttural accent, of Jewish appearance; dress, black morning coat, light blue fancy vest, dark trousers, white straw Alpine hat with black band. May be found at small temperance hotels. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, South- ampton. HEREFORDSHIRE. 25.— Ledbury ( County).— For stealing, 14th ult., abrown market basket, about 20in. long, 15in. wide ; 3 table knives, white handles, " Abraham Brookbank, Malinder Works, Sheffield," thereon ; 3 silver- plated forks, stamped " B crown, X crown, and D. C. A." ; 3 do. spoons, stamped " W. F. B." and cross keys— By A MAN, age 31, height 5 ft, 7 in., complexion sallow, thin face, hair brown, moustache red, eyes blue, cut mark back of head ; dress, brown jacket and vest, grey trousers, black hard hat or wide brimmed hat with dent in top ( no band), old boots. Hawks ferns, watercress, & c.; supposed a native of London. Information to Supt. Phillips, Ledbury. HERTFORDSHIRE. 26. — Bishops Stortford ( County).— For stealing, 20th ult., a lady's silver Geneva watch, and for obtaining money by false pretences ROBERT JOSEPH RICH, age about 28, height about 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, slight moustache brown ; dress, dark coat, light striped trousers, plaid cap. A labourer; native of Chelmsford, Essex. Warrant issued. Information to Supt, Foster, Bishops Stortford. 27.— Ware ( County).— For stealing, 24th ult., a road racer bicycle, " Richards Beau Ideal," 26 in. frame, dropped handle bar, Dunlop tyres, pedal plates bent— A MAN, age 23 or 24, height about 5 ft. 8 in., rather dark complexion ; dress, dark tweed suit, hard felt hat. Information to Supt. Duke, Ware. KENT. 28— Sandwich ( County).— For unlawful wounding with intent to do grievous bodily harm — MARY ANN SADLER, age about 30, rather tall, complexion and hair dark, thin face ( pock- marked) ; dress, check skirt, coloured blouse, fawn coloured jacket, grey felt hat or white straw hat with blue band. Supposed accompanied by a man, age 31, height 5 ft. in. complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey. Warrant issued. Information to Supt, Chaney, Sandwich. LANCASHIRE. 29.— Prescot ( County).— For stealing at Woolton, 19th ult., a horse ( recovered)— A MAX, age 22, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., slight build, com- plexion fair, hair dark brown, slight moustache light; dress, brown suit, cap, spring side boots-, travels with a street piano. Is accompanied by his wife, age 22, height 5 ft, 2 in., slight build, complexion very dark, hair black : wearing dark grey striped shawl, black apron, white sailor hat with black band. Information to Supt. Baxendale, 1' rescot. ' AO.— Rochdale ( County).— For failing to surrender to his bail at Manchester, 9th ult., charged with attempted rape— MICHAEL HAN- SON, alias JOHN CARNEY and MICHAEL CLOONEY CARNEY, age 25, height 5 ft. 4j in., woll built, complexion fresh, round face, sho" t neck, hair dark brown, slight moustache, and ey(\ brown, palm tree with snake entwined left upper arm, clasped hands and star left forearm, bracelet and star right wrist ; dress, navy blue cloth jacket, black vest, dark trousers, dark tweed cap, red and blue silk neckerchief. A native of Castlerea, Roscommon. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. McQueen, County Police Office, Rochdale. 31.— Rochdale ( Borough).— For burglary, 20th ult., and stealing a black and brown plaid double breasted overcoat, worn ; and £ 3 18s.— THOMAS LYONS, age about 40, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fresh, pock marked, wrinkled, hair light, slight moustache sandy, small sunken eyes ; wearing dirty white cord trousers, blucher boots. A tramping labourer. Information to Chief Constable Barry, Roch- dale. LEICES TERSHIRE. 32.— Lutterworth ( County).— For obtain- ing a silver English lever watch by a worthless cheque on the City of Birmingham Bank, Limited, 4th inst.— ARTHUR STONE, age about 48, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., rather stout build, com- plexion fresh, full round face, hair brown, whiskers inclined to sandy, end of left little finger missing ; dress, brown tweed suit. A cattle dealer. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Holmes, Leicester ; or Supt. Agar, Lutterworth. 33.— Leicester { Borough).— For shopbreak- ing, 22nd ult., and stealing a gold English lever watch, No. 98903, " Gray, 549 " and private marks thereon ; and a 9 ct. gold Albert— A MAN, age 35 to 38, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., slight build, thin face, ginger moustache ; wearing a pair of light coloured trousers ( coat, vest and boots were left behind). Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Leicester. LINCOLNSHIRE. 34.— Boston ( County).— For failing to report — Licence - holder JAMES EDWARDS, alias GEORGE GILLARD, Office No. 1972- 00, age 46, height 5 ft. 10i in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes grey, scar on forehead, back left fore- arm, front of left upper arm, 3rd left finger, 4th right finger, back of right hand and base of right thumb. A shoemaker ; native of Taunton. Sen- tenced at Boston Sessions, 19th October, 1896, to 5 years penal servitude for receiving. Licenced 20th ult. C. H. O. W. 475. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Costar, Boston. NORFOLK. 35.— Norwich ( City).— For stealing, 25th June, abicycle( recovered)— CHARLES EDWARD HOWARD, age 22, height 5 ft. 2 in., slight build, complexion fresh, hair sandy, clean shaved, eyes blue, anchor, cross, shamrock, and indistinct mark tattooed on left arm, pierced heart and indistinct mark right arm ; dress blue serge jacket, mixture trousers, cap, white canvas shoes. A shoe finisher; native of Norwich. Has served in the Navy. Information to Chief Constable Winch, Norwich. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. 36.— Kettering ( County).— For obtaining a pony, trap and harness by a worthless cheque, 10th ult.— ARTHUR STONE, age 42, height 5 ft. 5£ in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes dark grey, scar on forehead, root of nose, and right nostril, lost 1st joint left little finger; dress, brown tweed suit ( nearly new). A horse and cattle dealer, usually stays at public houses. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Andrews, Kettering. FRIDAY, AUGUST 3, 1900 T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. 1 PORTRAIT OF A PERSON WANTED CORNWALL. £ 10 REWARD 37. Liskeard; County). For stealing, 12th ult., at Callington, a lady's golil lever half- hunter watch, No. 51180;' 1 old gold watch, white face ; 1 pair single- stone diamond earrings ; 1 pearl and gold necklace ; 2 do. bracelets ; 1 gold brooch, set rubies and pearls ; 1 do:, set lapis- lazuli and pearls; 1 amethyst, brooch, surrounded with pearls ; I double heart brooch, sot pearls ; 1 gold brooch, set amethyst and moonstones; ! broad gold necklace ; 1 sapphire ( brown) ring; ! amethyst, ring; 1 gold locket; 1 cameo brooch ( head of Medusa with snakes in hair, white on a brown ground, set in gold with filigree pattern) JOHN THOMAS HOLROYD, age 30, height 5 it. 1 ill., complexion fresh, hair brown, mous- tache light, eyes blue, two upper front teeth missing, " Edith" tattooed on left wrist; dress, dark mixture cloth coat, brown cord vest, light cloth trousers, dark green cap mixed with red, brown canvas shoes, wore a gold ring, set diamond, on left little finger, had in his possession a, lady's gold watch, " J. T. Holroyd and " From Jack to Dolly" engraved on inner case, " 1886 " on outer case. A house painter ; stated he was a native of Huddierstield, and that he returned from America in March last. Warrant issued. The above reward will be paid by Mr. Digby Collins, Newton Ferres House, Callington, for such information as will lead to the apprehension and conviction of Holroyd. Information to Supt. Matthews, Liskeard. OXFORDSHIRE. 38.— Banbury ( BoiougM — For leaving his wife and famih chargeable to the common fund of the Banbury Union— WILLIAM GOLBY, alias COOKIE GOLBY, age 43, height 5 ft. 21 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, nail of right forefinger deformed, scar on left wrist and centre of forehead. A labourer ; native of Bau- hury. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Hatcher, Ban- ' bury. PEMBROKESHIRE. 3J.— Haverfordwest Castle ( County). — On commitment warrant for assault on police THOMAS LEWIS, age 2ti ( looks ounger), height 5 ft. ' J in., complexion fair, hair lighl brown, slight- moustache brown, eyes blue, of smart appearance. A native of Glanteifon, St. Dogmaels. Is a naval reserve man. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Haverford- west Castle. SHROPSHIRE. 10. Bridgnorth ( Comity).- For deserting his wife and family, leaving them chargeable to lb,- Bridgnorth Union - WILLIAM ELIAS THOMAS, age 33, height- j) ft, in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache dark, eyes blue ; dress, black morning coat, dark vest, grey trousers, plaid cap. \ tailor ; native of Swansea. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Walters, Bridgnorth. SOMERSETSHIRE. II Yeovil ( County). For obtaining food and money by false pretences- WILLIAM DAVIS, age 45, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion, and hair ( bald on top) dark, moustache lighter than hair, blue mark on right cheek and right side of fore- head, long sear on right middle linger; dress, black coat and vest, braid around cuffs of coat, black serge trousers, black lie, black soft felt hat with mourning band, kid boots. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Self, Yeovil. SUFFOLK. 42.— Ipswich ( Borough). - For embezzling 9s. — ERNEST EDWARD AGER, age 35, height. 5 ft, 5 in., weight 12 stones, complex ion fresh, broad face, rather long nose, hair ( turning grey) brown, eyes grey ; dress, dark ( Derby coat) suit. A canvasser and collector. Is well known in the Eastern Counties. Warrant issued. Information to Lieut,- Col. Russell, Chief Constable, Ipswich. SURREY. 43 Chertsey ( County). — For neglecting their children— CHARLES CHAPMAN, age 45, height 5 ft. 3 in., stout build, complexion ruddy, full face, hair turning grey, clean shaved. A labourer, may seek employment on public works — LOUISA CHAPMAN, age 40, height 5 ft., stout build, complexion, hair and eyes very dark, blotchy face, appearance of a gipsy. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hackman, Chertse. v. 44. Guildford ( County). For assault on Police, 7th ult., at Ripley — JOHN BRITTEN, alias WINMAN, LOVE, and SMITH, a gipsy, age 32, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fair, hair light- brown, side whiskers light, eyes hazel; dress, light tweed ( double- breasted) vest with holland sleeves, light cord trousers, light tweed cap, water- tight boots. A horse coper ; native of Headley, Hants. Is well known in Berks, Hants, and Sussex. May be found at fairs, races, & e. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Page, Guildford. 45.— Reigate ( Borough).— For leaving his wife chargeable to the Common Fund of the Reigat" Union WILLIAM THOMAS STRUD- WICK, age about 27, height 5 ft. 6 in., com- plexion fresh, hair black, moustache dark brown, brown mole on right cheek bone, spot on left cheek. A bricklayer's labourer Warrant issued. Information to Head Constable Metcalfe, Redhill. SUSSEX ( East). 16.— Eastbourne ( Borough).— For steal- ing ( bailee), 23rd June, a bicycle ( recovered)— A MAN who gave the name of H. SMITH, age about 30, height about 5 ft. 7 in., complexion pale, hair dark brown, short moustache dark, eyes blue; dress, bluish grey tweed jacket- suit, grey cap, may be wearing a white sweater. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Eastbourne. 47.— Hastings [. Borough). — For stealing, 28th June, a bicycle, double truss frame, Midland or Edliu tyres, brake on front wheel, large fancy chain wheel, llat handle bar, Coventry chain, painted black, usual plated parts — ALBERT SLEGG, age 17 or 18, height 5 ft. 6 in., com- plexion fair, hair light brown ; dress, grey jacket and vest, dark grey stripe trousers, grey cap, old boots, cut across toes. Is believed to have recently resided in. the Isle of Wight, Warrant issued. 48. Hastings ( Borough).— For embezzle- ment. CHARLES LEWIS, age about 16, height 5 ft. 2 ur 3 in., round shoulders, complexion fair, hair dark brown, prominent teeth, stoops, black cut scar under right eye, London accent ; dress, dark brown mixture jacket, grey vest, dark striped trousers, blue tie with white spots, dark check cap, shoes with rubber soles. Stated lie came from Poplar. Warrant issued. 49. Hastings ( Borough).— For stealing, 4th ult., a lady's open face gold Geneva watch, gold dial, chased back ; 1 gold Albert, fancy link pat- tern, broken in 2 places and tied with thread, small gold locket containing hair attached; 2 ladies' gold rings ( 1 plain, set 5 or 7 pearls, the other set rubies and pearls) ; 1 gold Albert, long links, plain silver match box attached ; 1 lady's small gold key winding watch, open face, gold dial, blue enamelled back, small gold long link pattern chain with knot attached; 1 gold close link chain brooch ; 1 gold chain bracelet, fastens with small safety chain ; 1 gold Albert, short and long links alternately ; 1 brown leather purse, gun metal corners, set opals, " Elizabeth Hunter " inside; 1 lady's gold neck chain, 11 yards long, charms attached - A MAN, age about 30, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion, hair ( cut close), short thick moustache, and eyes dark, foreign accent; dress, light check grey suit, grey soft- hat or grey cap. Supposed an expert thief. Information to the Chief Constable, Hastings. SUSSEX ( West). 50. Arundel I County). For stealing £ 16 anh 4 Napoleons— JOSEF DAFFELER, a Hun- garian, age about 28, height about 5 ft, 6 in., stout build, complexion dark, hair and moustache ( curly) black, stoops and carries his right shoulder higher than other, cannot speak English, an American Indian and initials tattooed on arms ; dress, old black suit, soft felt- hat-, " Lausanne" inside. A bootmaker ; has been employed at a hotel as pantryman. May endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. 51.— Arundel ( County). For stealing from furnished apartments, 1 gold English lever watch, No. 20021, ". I. T." engraved on back; 1 gold cable pattern Albert, large ring at end, old ; I gold pin, size of a sixpence, diamond in centre, blue dots round edge; and £ 60 A WOMAN, age about 36, height 5 ft. " t to 5 in., slight- build, complexion sallow, hair and eyes dark; dress, black jacket trimmed silk braid, black dress with large pocket in front, of left hip, black sailor hat, and veil. She gave the name of DORA or DOREY, and represented that she was an Army nurse at Netley, and required apartments for two wounded men. Is identical with ANNIE HOLLAND, Office No. 1234 - 96, Case No. 36, 16th February last. Warrant issued. 52.— Arundel ( County). — For stealing a black suit and overcoat; 1 pair gloves ; 1 red and white wrapper ; a piece of white silk ; a piece of gold military lace ; 1 brown canvas portmanteau ; 1 japanned tin box ; 3 books ( English, French, and German grammars); 1 pocket book containing Roumanian passport and stamp, a quantity of sweets and chocolate, and £ 1— CIAL BERN- STEIN, a Polish Jew, age 26, height 5 ft, 4 in., complexion sunburnt, hair and moustache dark ; dress, dark coat, light trousers, blue cap. — MORITZE, a Russian Jew, age 19, height 5 ft., complexion sunburnt, hair brown, slight mous- tache dark. May be found selling sweets at sea- side places. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Kennett, Arundel. WARWICKSHIRE. 53.— Aston Manor ( County).— For obtain- ing food and lodgings by false pretences — JONES ( supposed false), age 23, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion, hair and moustache dark, eyes ( large) blue, one upper front tooth deficient, large warts on back of left hand, speaks with Welsh accent; dress, blue grey serge suit-, brown soft hat, usually wears large white bow tie with red stripe. States he is employed by wholesale grocers. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Hannah, Aston Manor. M.— Stratford- on- Avon ( dounly). — For stealing ( bailee), 23rd June, a " Leamington" Cycle roadster bicycle, " The Leamington" on transfer, Hat handle bar, brake, and mudguards, enamelled black with broad red line on rim, Duulop tyres, tangent spokes— A MAN, giving the name of WILLIAMS, age about 40, height 5 l't. 4 or 5 in.; dress, dark suit and cap. Very talkative. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Lauibourne, Stratford- on- Avon. 55.— Warwick ( County). — Fur bigamy— GEORGE BLACKFORD HEWITT, alias GEORGE NICHOLLS, age 37, height 5 ft. 8 in., oomplexiou fresh, hair brown, moustache light 1 If1 J | J ill 11 J J 6 T H E P O L I C E G A Z E T TE FRIDAY, AUGUST 3, 1900. brown, eyes blue, rose on both forearms. A labourer, has served in the Marines; a native of sherbourne, near Warwick. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Havenhall, Warwick. 56. Birmingham [ City).— For obtaining £ 2240 by a forged cheque— CHARLES or JOHN LANGTON, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., well built, complexion sallow, blotched and freckled, hair ( slightly bald) and moustache light, eyes light blue, prominent eyebrows, left eyelid slightly dropped, nose rather broad at bottom, stoops slightly, fussy manner, well dressed, wore a gold scarf pin shape of a woman's hand, holding a pearl in palm. A solicitor's cashier. Warrant issued. 57.- Birmingham { City).— For forgery, 23th June— EDWARD STOKES, age Hi, height 5 ft, 5 in., complexion pale, hair brown, large ears, long neck, has a habit of raising his eyebrows when in conversation ; dress, bluish grey suit, black hard felt hat. A solicitor's clerk ; native of Shustoke. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Rafter, bir- mingham. WILTSHIRE. 58.- Chippenham ( County).— For ^ steal- inga watch and chain ( recovered) FREDERICK MARKS, age 16, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., rather slight build, complexion dark, hair dark brown, eyes dark ; dress, dark plaid suit, black canvas shoes. A native of Yatton Keynell. May endeavour to enlist or obtain work on a farm. Warrant issued. Information lo Supt, Daly, Chippenham. 511.- Fisherton County).- For stealing from the officers' quarters at Bulford Camp THOMAS COATES, age 19, height 5 ft, I in., complexion dark, hair black, eyes hazel, " T. <'. F. C." tattooed on left arm and wrist. Supposed a native uf Birmingham. Is a private of the Royal Welsh Fusiliers. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Longstone, Fisherton, Salisbury. WORCESTERSHIRE. 60. Stourport ( County). For stealing, 3rd June, 1 silver watch, cross scratched on centre of back, 2 chips out of rim of front case, old and worn, small electro- plated chain attached SAMUEL SMITH, ago about 30, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fair, hair light, rather heavy mous- tache ; dress, dark jacket and vest, grey trousers, brown cap. Represents himself as a watch and clock cleaner; obtains articles to clean and absconds. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Long, Stourport. 61. Worcester ( County). For house- breaking at Claines, 30th ult, FELIX BATE- MAN, age 18, height 5 ft. 5 in., slight build, com- plexion fresh, hair brown, slight moustache light, eyes blue, small fleshy lump over right eye; dress, black or dark blue rough serge jacket and vest, light blue or slate colour serge trousers, brown cloth cap, old brown boots blacked over. A porter ; native of Barbourne. May endeavour to leave the country or enlist. Warrant issued. Information to Inspector Hayes, County Police Office, Worcester. YORKSHIRE ( East Riding). 62.— Oriffield ( County).— For stealing, 8th ult., a bicycle ( recovered)— GEORGE DAVISON, age about 30, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., slight build, complexion fresh, hair light brown, clean shaved ; eyes brown, dress, black cloth coat and vest, light cloth trousers, black hard hat, wore a red striped belt with stirrup- shaped buckle. Appear- ance of a groom. Supposed native of London. Warrant issued. Information to Supt, Clarkson, Driffield. YORKSHIRE ( North Riding). 63.— Guisborough ( County). - For desert- ing his children— GEORGE WALLER, age 38 to 40, height about 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, heavy long moustache light, eyes blue ; dress, black jacket suit, black felt hat. An iron- stone miner, or labourer on public works ; native of Hitchin, Herts. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Clarkson, Guisborough. £ 1 REWARD. m.— Heworth ( County).— For leaving his wife and children chargeable to the Flaxton Union— RICHARD HARE, alios BRIGGS, age 30, height 5 ft. 11 in., complexion, hair, slight moustache, and eyes dark, large projecting ears, scar on side of face, crooked lingers, turns his toes out ; dress, old serge jacket, sleeve vest, ami dark cord trousers, or new blue serge suit, grey cap, lace boots. A farm labourer. Native of Murton, near York. Warrant issued. The above reward will be paid by the Guardians of Flaxton Union for such information as will lead to the arrest of Hare. Information to Supt. Dove, Heworth. 65. Scarborough ( Borough). - For deserting his wife and family— EDWARD LEE, age 45, height 5 ft, 6 in., complexion pale, hair ( turning grey) dark brown, eyes blue. A tailor: native of Edinburgh. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Riches, Scar- borough. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 66. Leeds ( County).— For stealing a gun ( recovered) I'HARLES JAMES HARDWICK, age 32, height 5 ft. 10 or 11 in., slight build, com- plexion freckled, hair brown, clean shaved, im- pediment in speech ; dress, dark coat anil vest, light trousers, cap, tan boots. A labourer • native of Roth well. Warrant issued. 67. Leeds ( County).-~¥ m stealing ( bailee) 30s. at Gildersome, 10th ult.— WILL HERBERT, age about 35, height 5 ft, 6 or 7 in., complexion fresh, hair dark, clean shaved; dress, dark blue suit with blue overalls. A bicycle tyre repairer; native of Hampstead Heath. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Tebbutt, County Buildings, Park Street, Leeds. 68. Wakefield ( C'ty. For failing to report.- Supervisee GEORGE ATTWOOD, M. T. W. 153, alias JOHN CHEEVERS, JOHN ADAMS, and JAMES ANDERSON, Office No. 2546- 99, age - 40, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown ( turning grey), eyes brown, scar centre of chin, back of neck, over right temple, on l ight eyebrow, back of left elbow and forearm, both sides and centre of chest, right groin, 2 right side of back, 3 right side small back, 1 back right forearm, outside right forefinger, front right wrist, outside right hip, 1 front, 2 outside, and 1 inside right knee, I front left knee, 1 inside right foot and front instep, birthmark left, groin, tattoo marks obliterated back left forearm. A labourer ; native of Cork. I) ischarged from Wakefield I'rison on the 26th'June, 1900, took train to Leeds and not reported arrival. If met with to be dealt with under the Penal Servitude Act, Papers at this office. Information to the Chief Constable, City Police, Wakefield. 69.— York ( City). For larceny, 2ud ult, FREDERICK BOYLE, age about 34, height 5 ft, 9 or 10 in., complexion fresh, hair black, clean shaved, near sighted, blind left eye, wears spec- tacles, shuffling gait ; dress, black jacket suit, black felt hat. A native of Bromley, Kent. Repre- sented that he was canvassing for a directory. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Farndale, York. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 70.— A Division. Remanded till 4th inst., charged with contracting bigamous marriages— ELIZABETH BIGNELL, alias KENT, SPRANGE, WOOD, and MONAGETTI, age 35, height 5 ft. 2 in., complexion l'resh, hair dark, eyes grey; dress, dark grey dress, black silk- blouse, black straw hat, trimmed black ribbon, lace shoes. An adventuress; supposed a native of Worthing. Is suspected of blackmailing and fraud. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. ESSEX. 71— Saffron Walden ( County).— Sen- tenced 31st ult., to ti months imprisonment for stealing harness— THOMAS JACOBS, age 21, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion pale, hair dark brown, eyes brown. A native of West Wickham, Cambs. — CHARLES J. SAVILL, age 25, height 5 ft, 7 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes large, front teeth defective, indistinct tattoo mark inside right forearm, rather prominent nose. A native of Clavering, Essex. Information to Supt. Pryke, Saffron Walden. SUSSEX ( East). 72. Hailsham ( County). - Committed for trial at next Fast Sussex Quarter Sessions for bur- glary— ROBERT COOK, age 36, height 5 ft. 7f in., complexion ruddy, hair dark brown, eyes hazel, scar left middle finger and right forearm, mole right arm and forehead, scar near left ankle; dressed as a tramping labourer. Native of Chat- ham. Previously convicted of burglary at Wilt- shire Quarter Sessions in name of ROBERT WILKINSON, and of larceny at Salisbury in name of ROBERT JONES. Supposed wanted elsewhere. Information to Supt. Willard, Hailsham. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT £ 100 REWARD. 73.— D Division.— 13th ult., a black leather jewel case, containing 3 gold bracelets ( 1 curb, with gold keyless watch, set diamond and tur- quoise, " Gold & Silversmiths Co., 112 Regent Street," thereon ; 1 set 3 turquoise ; 1 plain); 3 brooches ( 1 diamond crescent, set 3 rows of diamonds ; 1 diamond new moon, pin bent; 1 large diamond star, 7 or 9 points, 1 point slightly bent) ; 1 diamond dagger, open at end, with small safety chain ( broken); 1 pair mother- o'- pearl sleeve links, set diamond ; 2 diamond necklaces ( 1 clusters and true lover's knots ; the other dog's collar, set !> rows of pearls, about 3 in. wide) ; 1 pearl do., can be used as a tiara ; 3 gold scarf pins 11 snaffle and hunting crop ; 1 coach horn ; 1 tortoise); 10 ladies' gold rings ( 3 half hoop, set 5 diamonds, 1 small diamond deficient in one ; I set 3 turquoise and - 1 diamonds ; 1 set small brilliants ; 1 heart shape, set diamonds; 1 set 5 opals; 1 cluster, set 2 rubies and diamonds ; 1 set 1 tur- quoise ; 1 marquise, set 1 sapphire and diamonds). The above reward will be paid by Miss Dorothy Seymour, 42, Berners Street, London, W., to any person giving such information as will lead to the apprehension and conviction of the thief or thieves and recovery of the property, or in proportion to the amount recovered. 74,- N Division. - 25th ult.. 3 bicycles ( 1st, 1899 " Rudge- Whitworth," Palmer tyres, 27 in. frame, deep dent in handle bar, No. 90412 ; 2nd, 1900 do., Clipper Reflex tyres, V- shape mudguard, No. 104350 ; 3rd, a lady's " Godiva," Palmer tyres, " W. H. Marston, Coventry," on frame). Information to be forwarded to the Metropoli- tan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. DERBYSHIRE. ~< t>— Chesterfield ( Borough).— 21st ult., a safety bicycle, black enamelled, transfer on head " Gazelle Raleigh Cycle Co.," 24 in frame, Clipper Reflix tyres, large cut in back tyre, rat- trap pedals, brake and bell attached— By A MAN, age about. 27, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fair, slight mous- tache light, wore a blue ship. 76.— Chesterfield ( Borough),— 27th ult., a silver ( leneva watch, " H. Samuel, Acme, made in Huron," on dial, " Metcalf " scratched inside case, silver curb pattern Albert, heart shaped pendant ( engraved on one side) attached. Information to Head Constable Emery, ( Chester- field. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 77. Gloucester ( County).— 13th ult., by housebreaking, a lady's dress ring, opal setting, 2 rows on top ; 1 lady's gold single diamond ring ; 1 do., set 5 large pearls ; 1 do., mourning ring ; 1 small gold neck chain, small heart attached; 1 gold oval brooch, pendant and fringe, pearl in centre, earrings to match; 1 set small gold studs, round knobs on fronts ; 1 pair of spectacles, gold rims ; 1 pair of gold eyeglasses ; li silver tea spoons, marked " P." : i old- fashioned small tea spoons ; 2 very Bmall silver salt spoons, knobs on handles; 1 small mustard spoon; 1 embossed silver butter knife, handle projecting above blade; 1 blade of silver butter knife; 1 silver card case, initials" A. D. H., 1871," thereon ; 1 silver bracelet ( 1 in. wide), flowers engraved thereon ; 3 charms ( key, cannon, and seal, " A. H." on seali ; £ 2 lis. lid. ( including 2 Jubilee sixpences); about 20 old silver and copper coins, some of which are Chinese— Suspicion is attached to TWO MEN, 1st, age about 35, height 5 ft. « or in., hair frizzy, moustache dark; dress, dark clothes and soft felt hat; 2nd, age about 25, height 5 ft. :< or ( i in. ; dress, dark clothes and bowler hat. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Phil- pott, Gloucester. TUESDAY, AUGUST 3, 1900. T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. 3 HAMPSHIRE. IS. Southampton ( Borough).— 25th ult., a " Star " safety bicycle, enamelled black, lined with gold, plated rims, free wheel, rim brake, up- turned handle bars, roller chain, 8 in. cranks, Lamplough saddle, bell attached. Information to the Chief Constable, South- ampton. HEREFORDSHIRE. £ 5 REWARD. 79.— Ledbury { County).— 15th ult., ; v gold Geneva watch, No. 41888, gold dome, gold chain attached; 1 gold- plated long brooch, 3 violet colour stones in pendant; 1 do. dress' ring, set 3 small violet colour stones in centre ; 3 silver _ pencil cases ; ti table knives and forks, white handles; and £ 6 10s. — Suspicion is attached to TWO MEN, 1st, age 40 to 45, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., slight build, face sunburnt, nose has been broken, hair and moustache dark ; dress, old dark clothes, black cap, strong boots. 2nd, age 20, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh, hair and slight moustache brown ; dress, brown jacket and vest, fustian trousers, brown cap or black hard hat. Tramping labourers. The above reward will be paid by Ann Jenkins, Ledbury, to any person giving such information as will lead to the apprehension and conviction of the thieves and the recovery of the property. Information to Supt. Phillips, Ledbury. KENT. SO.— Chatham [ County).— 21st ult., by housebreaking at New Brompton, 4 gold brooches ; l bar twisted pattern, about 1J in. long ; 1 do. with 2 horse shoes in centre ; 1 do. with ivy leaves in centre ; 1 do. plain, with heart in centre); 1 lady's gold chain in 2or 3 strands, small round link pattern ; 2 pairs gold earrings ( 1 pair plain, with small diamond in centre diamond missing from one) 1 leaf pattern); 2 silver brooches ( 1 safety pin brooch, green stone in centre, letter A." cut thereon ; 1 do., shamrock in centre); 2 silver good conduct medals (" M. Keeling" on one, " R. Keeling" on other); a black morocco purse, containing a wedding ring. Information to Supt . Sargent, Chatham. 81.— Folkestone ( Borough).— 23rd ult., in transit between Folkestone and Sydenham, a gun- metal Geneva watch, white dial ; 1 gold oval locket containing hair ; 1 gold seal with griffin's head ; 1 pearl half- hoop ring; 1 turquoise ring, plain ; 1 short gun- metal chain, twisted pattern, gold watch key attached; I plain gold ring, " B. G." engraved thereon. Information to Chief Constable Reeve, Folke- stone. 82.— Cravesend . Borough).— 26th ult., by housebreaking, a lady's gold watch, old and out of order; 1 lady's gold chain, long link pattern ; 2 diamond studs; 2 emerald studs; 1 pair of silver links, oblong shape ; 6 shell- shaped spoons; 1 gold ring, set with red stone ; 1 cameo pin ; 1 diamond gipsy ring ; 1 Indian gold necklace ; 1 square gold brooch ; I old silver pencil case, tarnished ; and some Jubilee coins. Information to Chief Constable Thornton, Gravesend. 83Ramsgate ( Borough).— 30th ult., by burglary, a pair of electro- plated fish carvers; 3 do. fish knives and forks, floral design engraved on blades; 1 centre- seconds silver watch, case much worn and battered ; 1 small nickel " Bee " clock, alarm attached, makers the Waterbury Watch Co.— By A MAN, age 30 to 40. height about 5 ft. 10 in., moustache dark ; dress, dark tweed coat, light soft felt hat with black band. Information to Chief Constable Jones, Rams- gate. LANCASHIRE. 84 — Rochdale ( Borough). — 21st ult., 7 trowels ( 1 full size, 12 in.; 1 10 in. blade, " T." cut on handles; 1 full size, side of blade turned up ; 1 7J or 8 in., small dark handle ; 1 bull- nose, dark handle; 1 narrow, 10£ in., rather thin handle ; 1 straight, 10J in., thick rough handle); > 4 bricklayer's hammers ( 1 full size, short pike handle slightly split; 1 with handle 8 in. long, burnt near head ; 1 full size, new ; 1 ordinary, handle worn). Information to Chief Constable Harry, Roch- dale. SUFFOLK ( East). 85.— Lowestoft ( County).— Between 25th and 29th ult., 1 gold keyless watch, monogram " R. W. P." on back, inscription inside, " Presented to R. W. Perrin," etc., gold close cable pattern chain attached; 1 lady's gold watch, No. 37669, gold face, Roman figures, chased back, main spring broken, maker, Harris Dereham, fancy long gold chain with pendant half guinea dated 1797, and a seven- shilling gold piece, attached ; 1 lady's gold watch, demi hunter, embossed on back and front, blue and white enamelled face, long small link neck chain ( repaired in several places) attached ; 1 gold curb bracelet with padlock and safety chain attached. Information to Supt. Shipp, Lowestoft. SUSSEX ( East). 86.— Hastings ( Borough).— Between July, 1898, and September. 1899, a lady's dress ring, set large sapphire between 2 diamonds ; 1 diamond bow with pendant attached, consisting of a crystal surrounded by a cluster of diamonds various sizes ( larger stones at the bottom), 3 or 4 diamonds set in centre of crystal. Information to the Chief Constable, Hastings. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). ST.— Sheffield ( County). — 24th ult., by burglary at Wadsley Bridge, 2 silver flower vases, chased pattern ; 2 silver trays, perforated pattern ; 1 small silver square clock, in velvet plush case, " West Dublin" on dome; 1 silver card case, " From Wynard to Hobbie, 1899," engraved thereon ; 1 cut glass scent bottle, chased silver top ; 1 silver playing card case ; 2 very small silver pepper castors; 1 silver mustard pot, " B. I. to W. D., September," engraved on front; 1 silver sugar bowl, boat shape, with 2 handles, crest ( a cat sitting down), and" I. M. B." engraved underneath ; 4 silver cups, 2 large, 2 small, " Wynard Dixon, Rugby," engraved thereon ; 2 silver serviette rings, flower of shamrock engraved thereon ; 6 silver fruit knives and forks, pearl handles, flowers engraved on blades ; 1 old- fashioned electro- plated cream jug, fluted edge, part worn ; 1 gold- plated carriage clock, in red morocco case," West Dublin" on dome ; 1 wooden cigar and cigarette cabinet; 1 small round bronze match box ; 1 dark grey cloth jacket, American shoulders and sleeves ; 1 brown tweed overcoat, belt attached ; 1 lady'B black serge cape, with velvet collar. Information to Supt, Bielby, County Police Office, Sheffield. 8S.— York ( City).— 28th ult,, a lady's gold half- hoop diamond ring, set 12 diamonds in double row— Suspicion is attached to A MAN, age about 26, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., club foot; wearing brown jacket and cap. Information to Chief Constable Farndale, York. PROPERTY RECOVERED BERKSHIRE. 89.— Clewer ( County).— Jewellery, Case No. 73, 27th ult. APPREHENSIONS. ^ i— Metropolitan Police District, B Division. — THOMAS RIDER GLAN- VILLE, W. H. HAMILTON, Office No. 15110-'. 8, Case No. 1, 15th June last. 92. Wiltshire, Swindon ( County).— WILLIAM PELLY, Case No. 57, 6th ult., and property recovered. LATEST INFORMATION. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT SUSSEX ( East). 93.— Hastings ( Borough).— For neglecting to maintain their wives and children— WILLIAM CLAYSON, age 28, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., com- plexion fresh, hair black, may be wearing slight dark moustache, eyes light brown ; dress, short dark jacket, moleskin vest and trousers, spotted neckerchief, dark cap. A navvy; native of Canterbury.— STEPHEN HENRY BAILEY, age 32, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, slight moustache light brown, eyes blue, abscess scar on right cheek, first joint of one second finger missing ; dress, black jacket, brown cord vest, white cord trousers, blue neckerchief, dark blue cap. A native of Wittersham, Kent. Warrants issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Hastings. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. PEMBROKESHIRE. Si.— Haverfordwest Castle ( County). — Committed for trial for burglary— PATRICK O'BRIEN, age 23, height 5 ft. 9£ in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes grey. A native of Dublin. Is a gunner of the Royal Garrison Artillery ; enlisted at Sunderland 24th April last. Information to the Chief Constable, Haverford- west Castle. ANIMALS & c., FOUND. ESSEX. 90.- Saffron Walden ( County).— 20th ult,, at Newport ( supposed stolen . 2 colts, 1st a bay gelding about 2 years old, about 14| hands, both hind fetlocks white, long mane and tail ; 2nd a dark chestnut gelding about 2 years old, about 14+ hands, star on forehead and streak down face white, cut scar on near hind leg between fetlock and hock, long mane and tail, no shoes. Information to Supt. Pryke, Saffron Walden. APPREHENSIONS. 95.— Essex, Maldon ( County)-- Expiree GEORGE WILSON, Office No. 1449- 00, Case No. 14, 6th ult., and sentenced at North London Sessions, 17th ult., to 18 months hard labour for fraud. 96.— Lancashire, Liverpool ( City).— Licence- holder HENRY WILLIAMS, Office No. 3192- 99, Case No. 43, 29th June last. LOST. 97.— 31st nit., between Maidenhead and Birm- ingham, a large pure white bulldog, weight over 80 lbs., about 7 years old, valuable, wearing a broad leather collar. Information to the Chief Constable, City Police, Birmingham. MISSING. 98.— Since 27th ult.— ADA DOLLMAN, age 35, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fair, eyes ( large) dark brown, hair ( thick) dark brown, several false teeth in upper jaw: dress, dark blue blouse, old brown serge skirt ( buttoned at back, front and side breadths may at bottom have embroidered trimming torn off), tan shoes of canvas and leather ( nearly new), may be wearing stays of network material, black and white straw sailor hat, and short brown cape. She left a letter behind stating her intention of committing suicide. Information to Mr. H. P. Dollman, 8 Newton Grove, Bedford Park, W. 6 T H E P O L I C E G A Z E T TE FRIDAY, AUGUST 3, 1900 The apprehension of the undermentioned persons is sought for failing to report under the Provisions of the Prevention of Crimes Act. The Police Force requiring the capture is notified under the name of the person, with the exception of the Metropolitan District, which is shown by the letters C. 0. ( Convict Office). In all cases where a warrant has been granted, notification will follow name of Force desiring capture. In the event of the capture of persons circulated from C. 0. information is to be forwarded to the Assistant Commissioner, Convict Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. The remainder to the Chief Constable of the Police District named. Name. Metropolitan Police Office No., and Force Desiring Capture. AGE. HEIGHT. COM. HAIR. EYES. LICENCE HOLDERS. JOSEPH EDWARD BURKE. alias GEORGE TEESDALE. RICHARD COLLINS. JOSEPH CONNOLLY, and JOSEPH FREDERICK BURKE 1563- . 1 PATRICK FINN, alia* JOHN SMITH. GEORGE WILLIAMS, and JOHN JONES. 1826- 00. C. O. y HENRY INGHAM, alias HARRY INGHAM. 1909- 00. C. O. FRANK JAMES, alias FREDERICK SMITH. FRANK SMITH. FRANCIS SMITH. and CHARLES BAKER. 2905- 99. C. O. Sentence expired. War- rant issued. WILLIAM HENRY POINTING. 3409- 99.,, C. O. ,/ FRANCIS RYAN. 1178- 00. C. O. . JOHN RYAN, alias WILLIAM DAVIES 1479- 00. C. O. RUDOLPH WELZEK, alias ROBERT WILEZEK. 2987- 99. C. O. Sentence expired. Warrant issued. WILLIAM WHEATLEY, alias SAMUEL HUTT. 2690- 99. C. O. Jr MARTHA WILLIAMS, alias MARY JACKSON, MARY JANE HANLEY. JANE JONES. SARAH WILLIAMS, and; JANE THOMPSON. 551- 98. C. O. Sentence expired. Warrant issued ARTHUR WINGHAM. alias WALTER HENRY WYNNE. 1424- 00. C. O. y WILLIAM WAKEFIELD. 148- 00. Stoke1 27 ( County"). Warrant issued. WILLIAM BRINDLEY. 344- 00. Stole- 24 on- Trent. Warrant issued. ABRAHAM DAWSON, alias ABRAHAM KELLETT. 723- 00. Salford ( Borough). r> 9 fresh 5 5J fresh 5 4 fresh 5 5J fresh 5 5J fresh 5 4 fresh 5 2 fresh 5 61 fresh 5 7 dark brn [ blue ( bald) I brn ; ( thin) Scar It of forehead. It forearm, rt thigh, and several each knee: rt big toe nail deformed : birthmark centre of back Scar centre It eyebrow, 3 It forearm, and 3 back head rt big toe nail deformed : mole over rt nipple lit brn | lt brn Scar It eyebrow, back neck, It of chest, and several on | lingers die brnjhazel Scar It cheek, It of neck, and each thumb : mole It of neck : dot It forearm dk brn'hazel I brn grey j ( bald) Scar each thumb : mole below rt nipple and back neck : weak minded Scar rt ear, each forearm, and 8 back neck : 1st rt linger nail and It big toe deformed brn blue 3 scars It shin and back neck ; A VV It frm ; burn sc It hand | grey grey . Scar It thumb, above rt wrist., and corner of each eye- j brow dk brn hazel jScar back head, bridge of nose, and each buttock : rt ( bald) i arm deformed and crooked at elbow : lost rt thumb Mole below It ear and front of neck : faintly pock marked : fatty tumour on chest : scar each thumb and rt wrist: varicose veins both legs 5 4i 5 5j 5 5} fresh ! fresh fresh fresh lit brn hazel Scar and faint tattoo mark It forearm ; tumour It hand : 2 scars It jaw GEORGE DAVIS. Stortford ( County). 1473- 00. Bishops. 64 5 10 fresh WILLIAM TUNNEY. fract ( County). ibrn hazel Sear on back, rt shin, and 1st It. finger: mole on ( catrctj stomach, rt cheek, and It upper arm : dot rt forearm : rt) and ring 2nd rt finger It brn grey jSear back It hand, rt forearm, rt of forehead, centre and rt of back : mole back of neck ibrn Igrey Bridge of nose been broken : scar It of forehead, It ( turng eyebrow, It of neck, 2 back It hand, and several scars grey) ' on each shin dk bin bazel Scar centre back. It cheek : crossed flags with heart in ( bald), centre flag and D on chest: man, wreath, and cross It, female and anchor rt forearm : part bracelet 11 wrist : birthmark It thigh, rt shin, and 3 It ankle Scar back head, under It breast, It of back. It. arm, rt thigh, rt knee and ankle Pre. v ( right dfctve) HENRY WILSON, alias CHARLES WIL- LIAMS, ARTHUR NEWMAN. HENRY WILLIAMS. HENRY LLOYD. HARRY BAKER, and AMBROSE. 1746- 00. Southampton ( Borough). EDWARD JORDAN. D 55. Birkenhead ( Borough). ANNIE WILLIAMS, alios ANN DAVIS. ANN MATHIE. MARY MATILDA FRY. 981- 99. York ( City). CHARLES LLOYD. 1835- 00. Bristol ( City). THOMAS WALTON, alias EDWARD PAGE, EDWARD JOY. T. PARSONS. E. GILROY. and H. GORMACK. 2777- 99. Southend ( County). SUPERVISEES. HENRY ALBERT EVANS, alias HENRY WRIGHT. ALFRED CUMMINGS. and ALBERT DRISCOLL. 2040- 99. C. O. ^ GEORGE HARRIS, alias JOHN GOLD- ING. JAMES HENERY. alias JAMES COUSIN. JAMES COSSINS. JAS. WILLIAMS. and JAMES HENDRY. 1471- 00. C. O. y WILLIAM KITE. 1981- 98. C. O. Sen- tence expired. Warrant issued. 5 8 \ sallow ' brn I brn Scar It shin, back and top of head, burn scar It wrist, and several ( boil) on chest and belly: mole It cheek and between shoulders 5 7 ', fresh , lt brn igrev ' Scar rt cheek, It wrist and thumb, and 2 small scars It f * shin 5 1 sallow jdk bin; brn jScar It temple, It wrist ami palm of hand, rt elbow : i( blind mole ( red) It cheek, It of neck, back It elbow, and It I right) upper arm ; varicose veins both legs [ fresh jit brn ' gre. v ; Nose inclined to It : 2 stars, flower and cross It fore- sight arm : It foot slightly deformed : bracelet It wrist I crssd) jsallow brn ( blue Scar It thumb : mole below It ear, back of neck, and 2 ( turng I ! on chest ! grey) f Conviction, Prison Register No. and Date Liberated. Liverpool, 13th MarcH, 1893, 7 years penal servitude for robbery with violence. Licence revoked. Liberated on 2nd licence 9th June, 1900. which expires 13th October. 1900. M T 327. North London Sessions. 4th February, 1895, 5 years penal servitude and 3 years police supervision for warehousebreaking. Licence revoked. Liberated on 2nd licence 5th July. 1900. which expires 25th August, 1900. O V 196. Salford. Uth April, 1898. 3 years penal servitude for housebreaking. Licenced 12th July, 1900. Y 146. Central Criminal Court, 28th June. 1897. 3 years penal servitude for larceny ( person). Licenced 28th September, 1899. X 2* 49. Taunton, 20th January. 1896, o years penal servitude for wounding. Licenced 15th November. 1899. W 3. Manchester, 21st February. 1894. 4 years penal servi- tude and remanet of former sentence for possessing coining implements. Licence revoked. Liberated on 2nd licence 5th June, 1900. which expires 25th September, 1900. K P U 339. Liverpool. 14th February, 1898. 3 years penal servi- tude for burglary. Licenced 30th May, 1900. Y 69. North London Sessions, 6th July. 1897, 3 years penal servitude for fraud. Licenced 7th October, 1899. X 267. Central Criminal Court, 15th September, 1884, 20 years penal servitude and remanet of former sentence for wounding. Liberated on licence 7th September, 1899, which expires 3rd August, 1905. C K 308. Chelmsford, 28th June. 1893. 7 years penal servitude for larceny. Licenced 17th February. 1898. ( iLT 39. Middlesex Sessions. 26th February. 1898, 3 years penal servitude for larceny. Licenced 29th May. 1900. Y 112. Stafford. 22nd July, 1895, 6 years penal servitude for aiding and abetting rape. Licenced 19th January. 1900. V 223. Stafford, 22nd July, 1895, 6 years penal servitude for rape. Licenced 5th February, 1900. V 222. York. 27th November, 1897, 3 years penal servitude for horsestealing. Licenced 20th March. 1900. X 391. Cambridge. 29th May, 1897, 4 years penal servitude for arson. Licenced 30th Ma v. 1900. X 136. Stafford, 13th December, 1892, 7 years penal servi- tude for wounding. Licence revoked. Liberated on 2nd licence 11th November. 1899, which expires 9th April. 1901. S 525. Cardiff. 14th October, 1896. 3 years penal servitude for larceny. Licence revoked. Liberated on 2nd licence 25th June. 1900, which expires 29th August, 1900. W 350. Liberated on licence from Mountjoy Prison. Ireland. 14th April. 1900. D 55. York. 28th November. 1895. 5 vears penal servitude for fraud. Lieenced 6th April, 1899. XPV 46. Bristol, 19th November, 1896, 3 years penal servitude for larceny. Licence revoked. Liberated on 2nd licence 7th July. 1900, which expires 22nd August, 1900. T W 270. Guildford. 9th June, 1894, 5 years penal servitude and remanet of former sentence for uttering counterfeit coin. Licenced 14th September, 1899. which expires 16th June, 1901. B I N U 1228. 5 jdark Ibm brn | E F E cross and dot It. dot rt frm 5 5 fresh idk bra; brn I Back pock- marked : anchor and heart above It, cross i and dot above rt wrist : mole rt of mouth 5 5 ifresh jdk brn grey | H It, bust of female and J. ROWLEY" rt forearm WILLIAM MURPHY. 372- 99. C. O. WILLIAM RAY, alias JAMES CUM- MINGS. THOMAS COOK. HENRY JOHNSON, GEO. WALL, JOHN BROWN, WILLM. WRIGHT, and THOS. KNIGHT. 2342- 97. C. O. WILLIAM SMITH, alias HENRY SMITH. 36 581- 99. Wolverhampton ( Borough). GEORGE ATTWOOD. alias JOHN CHEEVERS. JAMES ANDERSON, and JOHN ADAMS. 2546- 99. Wakefield ( City). 5 0;| ifresh brn 5 4$ . fresh brn grey 4J fresh 5 6 5 6 fresh fresh dk brn ( turng grey) 1 Scar each forearm and under chin : dot rt forearn mole rt ribs and It of stomach. iSailor's head and pierced heart rt. H H, crossed flags, and sailor It forearm ; lost 1st joint of 2nd It. finger It thumb and 4th finger deformed ; It ear slit corporal punishment, marks on shoulders [ Stroke rt forearm : scar It eyebrow and It corner of mouth North London Sessions, 20th May. 1895.- 1 years penal servitude and 3 years police supervision for larceny ( person). Licence revoked. Liberated on 2nd licence 6th Jul}*. 1899, which expired 30th Septem- ber. 1899. V 185. South London Sessions, 13th May, 1896,3 years penal servitude and 3 years police supervision for larceny ( person). Licence revoked. Liberated on 2nd licence 22ud December, 1899. which expired 26th February. 1900. W 188. North London Sessions. 7th October. 1895, 3 years penal servitude and 2 years police supervision for larceny ( person). Licence revoked. Liberated on 2nd licence 30th May. 1900, which expired 29th July. 1900. V 372. Surrey Sessions. Kingston. 5th April. 1898, 3 months hard labour and 2 years police supervision for larceny. North London Sessions. 19th November. 1894. 3 years penal servitude aBd 3 yeais police supervision for larceny ( person). Licence revoked. Liberated 011 expiration of 3rd licence 3rd February. 1899. W E U 128. South London Sessions, 10th June. 1896, 14 months hard labour and 3 years police supervision for larceny ( cash box). Boil scar rt buttock ; fleshy lump inside vt forearm and rt of neck ; girl It forearm Obliterated tattoo marks It forearm ; brown birthmark | It loin ; scar chin, rt temple, rt eyebrow, and rt I wrist Birmingham. 25th October, 1898. 4 months hard labour and 2 years police supervision for larceny. North London Sessions, 7th April, 1896, 3 years penal servitude and 2 years police supervision for larceny ( person). Licence revoked. Liberated on 2nd licence 25th August, 1899. which expired 1st November, 1899. M T W 153.