POLICE PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 1900. VOL. XVII., No. 1764. NOTICE. 1.— The composition of the Friday No. of the " Police Gazette " will be found arranged for easy reference as fol- lows r— fa) Regulations at top of first page. ( b) Apprehensions Sought. ( 1). Metropolitan Police District. ( 2). Counties. ( 3). Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged, as far as practicable, in alphabetical order. ( c) Persons in Custody. ( 1). Metropolitan Police District. ( 2). Counties. ( 3). Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged in alphabetical order. ( d) Property Stolen. ( 1). Metropolitan Police District. ( 2). Counties. ( 3). Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged in alphabetical order. 2.— Any additional copies of the GAZETTE beyond the number at present supplied will be forwarded on application in the form set forth in circular of the 7th of November, 1883. 3.— It is particularly requested that any com- plaints as to the non- delivery or of irregularity in the date of delivery of the POLICE GAZETTE, may be at once notified to the Editor. SPECIAL NOTICE. IDENTIFICATION OF PRISONERS. THE EDITOR requests that Chief Officers of Police, when forwarding for identification by the Metropolitan Police the Photographs and descrip- tive forms of Persons in custody, will please see that the specific offence is stated, e. g. :— Stealing £ 1,000 from bank ; stealing pair of boots from shop door ; stealing bale of silk, van unattended, & c., & c. This may often prove a ready means of recognition, and Judges have recently complained of the absence of such particulars in dealing with previous convictions. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 1 Criminal Investigation De- partmentm — For obtaining money by false pretences— MAX ALBERT DES ARCIS, alias D'ARCY, AUGUSTUS VICTOR DELMAS, VILLIERS, DE VASCONCELLOS, & c., supposed a French Canadian, age 50, height 5 ft. 10 in., stout build, complexion fresh, oval face, thin pointed chin, hair ( thin on top) turning grey, eyes steel blue, stoops slightly, walks slowly, rather flat- footed, can speak French, German, and English fluently, carries an umbrella and firearms. He represents himself to be a civil engineer and a B. A. He makes the acquaintance of females by advertisement, & c., and after ascertaining that they have means, proposes marriage, and thea obtains sums of money from them under the pretence that he will invest it to their interest. See Case No. 3, 21st May, 1897. Warrant issued. 2.— Y Division.— For stealing, 15th inst., a bay mare, 11 hands, rough coat, white scar inside off hind leg, short tail, forelock cut off ; a set of brass mounted hainess ; a light trap, rubber tyres, body painted black, wheels and shafts picked out black and yellow, iron foot rest, indiarubber mat, brown cushion, and whip— TWO MEN, 1st, age about 20, height 5 ft. 0 in.; wearing a light suit and cap. 2nd, age about 2C, height 5 ft. 0 in.; dress, light suit, brown overcoat. Information to be forwarded to the Metropoli- tan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. CITY OF LONDON. 3.— For stealing a cheque for £ 1871 7s. Id.— ANSELMO DA COSTA RICCI, late of Leam- ington Road Villas, West'iourne Park, age 59 ( looks younger), height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., stout build, complexion sallow, hair and small moustache black, large eyes, wears glasses, nervous manner when speaking. A clerk. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. McWilliam, 20 Old Jewry, E. C. BEDFORDSHIRE. i.— Sharnbrook ( County).— For stealing, 17th inst., a mare ( recovered)— HENRY SLATER, alias SUMMERLIN, age 20, height 5 ft. 5 in., slight build, complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, bust of female, heart, arrow, and LOVE front of right forearm, LOVE front of left wrist; dress, dark serge suit, dark soft felt hat with narrow brim, clogs; may be wearing a dark cap. A native of Felmersham. He was discharged from Nor- thampton Prison, 17th inst., after serving 4 months imprisonment for fraudulent enlistment. Warrant issued. Information to Inspector Nottingham, Sharn- brook. 5 — Bedford ( Borough).— For stealing, 23rd ult., a horse and cart, and a quantity of drapery ( recovered)— ARTHUR ALLEN, alias FOSTER, age 25 to 30, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., square build, complexion fair, long face, pointed chin, square wide forehead, slight moustache light, 2 scars top of head ; dress, navy blue jacket, dark trousers, fancy vest, check cap, lace boots. Has served in the Army. Stays at common lodging- houses. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Thody, Bedford. BERKSHIRE. I).— Maidenhead ( County).— For stealing, 29th ult., a " Wizard" bicycle, 20 in. frame, Clincher tyres, mudguards, slightly raised handle bars," Wizard " on front down tube, Smith & Co., King Street, Maidenhead," on back down tube, " Alldays" stamped on brake shoe— HERBERT GILL, age about 26, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., com- plexion fresh, rather long moustache light, wearing a tweed suit. A native of Springates, near Brad ford, Yorks. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Dorrell, Maidenhead. 7.- Walling ford ( County).— For stealing 2 heifers at Didcot, 22nd ult., and a cow at Abing- don, 5th inst. ( recovered)— FRANK LYFORD, age 23, height abont 5 ft. 5 in., complexion pale, hair brown, clean shaved, eyes grey ; dress, dark blue serge jacket, dark trousers, dark cap, brown boots blacked over. Has served in the Navy.— JOSEPH LYFORD, age 10, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., hair brown ; dress, dark clothes and cap, lace boots. Natives of Didcot. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hearness, Wallingford, or to Supt. Holding, Abingdon. 8.— Wokingham ( County).— For leaving their wives and families chargeable to the Wok- ingham Union— ALBERT BARNS, age 30, height 5 ft. 2 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown ( clean shaved), eyes blue ( lost sight of right), right second finger injured ; dress, dark pilot jacket, moleskin vest and trousers, dark peak cap, heavy boots. A navvy ; native of Easthampstead ; may be found on public works.— HENRY GILES, age about 40, height 5 ft. 1 or 5 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes blue, may be wear- ing whiskers and moustache; dress, usually pilot coat, cord trousers and vest, soft billycock hat. A native of Hurst; mav be found at public works or on a farm. — WILLIAM CHARLES LEWINGDON, age 34, height 5 ft. 0J in., com- plexion fresh, hair brown, eyes light grey, right arm tattooed. Late of Shinficld; is a reservist of the Royal Scots Fusiliers. Warrants issued. A reward of £ 1 will be paid by the Guardians of the Wokingham Union for such information as will lead to the arrest, and alBo £ 1 for the arrest, in each case. Information to Supt. Molsher, Wokingham. O T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 1900. 9.— Reading ( Borough).— For failing to surrender to his bail at Berks Assizes. Oth inst., on a charge of forgery— JAMES MATHER, age 20. height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion pale, thin oval face, hair brown, eyes blue, mole on muscle of left arm. Is a good musician, and pianoforte tuner ; may seek employment at music halls or theatres. Warrant issued. Information to Capt. Henderson, Chief Con- stable, Reading. BUCKiNGHAMSHIRE. 1( 1.— Slough ( County). — For leaving his wife and children chargeable to the Eton Union - HARRY WILLIAM COX, age about 40, height about ti ft., slight build, complexion pale, small features, hair, whiskers and moustache light brown, wears glasses, walks erect; sometimes wears a dark cycling suit. An accountant. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Sutton, Slough. 11 — High Wycombe ( Borough). — For larceny from the dressing room of a football club, on 17th inst.- A MAN, age 20 to 22, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., rather slight build, complexion fresh, hair dark, clean shaved, eyes hazel ; dress, blue serge suit, dark cap and muffler, lace boots with broad toes. He gave the names of BARNES and WHITE, and stated he was a professional football player, also that he had recently been discharged from the Berkshire Militia. Warrant issued. Information to Head Constable Sparling, High Wycombe. CAMBRIDGESHIRE. 12.- Cambridge ( Borough).— For failing to report— Licence- holder JOSEPH MOLE, Office No. 1775- 99, age 50, height 5 ft. 7J in., complexion sallow, hair grey, eyes blue ( blind right), scar right eyebrow and centre of forehead, moles between shoulder blades. Sentenced at Chesterton Assizes, 13th January, 1894, to 7 years penal servitude for arson. Licenced 13th June, 1899. IT. 13. 13.— Cambridge ( Borough).— For obtain- ing money by worthless cheques 3 charges)— P. WYATT, age 50 to 55, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., very corpulent, weighs 16 or 17 stones, hair grey, cast in right eye ; dress, dark jacket suit and overcoat, brown boots, black fiat top felt hat or black and white check cap— 0. WYATT, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., slight build, com- plexion dark, hair and moustache dark brown, undershot jaw, teeth very prominent. Roman nose; dress, dark suit, brown overcoat with velvet collar, black felt hat or brown and white plaid cap, both wear a massive gold watch chain and gold watch. They represented themselves as dealers in antique furniture, and visited public houses where they obtain the confidence of the landlords, and on the 10th secured cash to the amount of £ 16 15s. and left, shewing, as their excuse for leaving, a telegram requesting them to return to London at once to attend a large auction sale of antiquities. Two of the cheques are on the London and County Bank ( Newington Branch), signed " J. H. Hatton," payable to " P. Wyatt, Esquire," and the other on the Bank of New South Wales ( Charters Towers, London Agents). Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Holland, Cam- bridge. CHESHIRE. 11.— Liscard( County).— For stealing ( bailee) a piano ( recovered)— MRS. MAUNDERS, age about 40, height about 5 ft. 7 in., complexion sallow, hair ( turning grey) light brown ; dress, black three- quarter close- fitting jacket, black dress and sailor hat. Warrant issued. 15.— Liscard ( County). - - For larcenv — RICHARD WILLIAM LEWIS, age 24 or' 25, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fresh, hair and slight moustache light brown, eyes grey, two fingers of one hand missing at 2nd joint; dress, black overcoat, jacket, and double- breasted vest, dark grey trousers, blue and white striped front, black and white scarf. A native of Manchester. Warrant issued. Information to Supl. McDonald, Liscard. 16.— Middlewich (. County).— For larceny — JOSEPH MOORE, age 24, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes brown, cut mark left wrist; dress, dark jackct and vest, brown cord trousers, peak cap. A native of North- wich. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Large, Middlewich. DENBIGHSHIRE. 17.— Denbigh ( County). — For cruelty to children at Ruthin— JOHN JONES, alias RUTH, age about 47, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., slight build, hair and moustache ( turning grey) brown : dress, grey coat and vest, moleskin trousers, white slop. A plasterer. " Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Jones, Denbigh. 18.— Wrexham ( County).— For larceny ( bailee) — JOHN KENNEALLY, age about 36, height 5 ft. 5 in., slight build, complexion dark, hair light brown, eyes brown. A draper's traveller; native of Cork. Has served in the Royal Welsh Fusiliers, and is iu possession of an India medal with Burmab clasp, 1885- 7. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Jones, Wrexham. DEVONSHIRE. V).— Exeter ( County). — For larceny and failing to report— Licence- holder HENRY LEE, alias THOMAS LEWIS, and GEORGE PEARCE, Office No. 2588- 00, age 67, height 5 ft. 1 in., com- plexion sallow, hair grey ( bald , eyes grey, ruptured right side, scars right side neck, left thumb, and right forefinger. A watchmaker; native of Shepton Mallett. Sentenced at Gloucester Assizes, 12th February, 1895, to 5 years penal servitude for larceny. Liberated 26th September last, on 2nd licence, which expires 17th January next. V. 27. Information to the Chief Constable, County Police, Exeter. 20.— Devonport ( Borough).— For leaving his wife and children chargeable to the Devon- port Union— SAMUEL LOVIS WILLIAMS, age 44, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., stout build, complexion fair, hair turning grey) dark brown, side whiskers. A labourer ; native of Newton Abbott. Absconded in August, 1899. Photograph may be seen on application. Warrant issued. Information to Head Constable Matters, Devon- port. DURHAM. 21.— Durham ( City).— For embezzling £ 6, 6th ult.— EDGAR VICTOR BLONDEAU, age about 28, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion fresh, hair ( inclined to curl black, clean shaved or slight dark moustache, eyes grey ; dress, black jacket and vest, dark trousers, polo collar, narrow black tie, black felt hat. A native of Paris; speaks good English and Italian. A sewing- machine salesman. Absconded 6th ult. Had with him a black retriever dog. Stated he was going to London. Warrant iBSued. Information to Chief Constable Smith, City Police, Durham. ESSEX. 22.— Colchester ( County).— For obtaining £ 5 13s. 54d. and a quantity of meat by a worth- less cheque, at Clacton- on- Sea— J. WYATT, age about 55, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache dark, turning grey, wears glasses when reading; dress, grey and black mixture suit, black overcoat, brown boots, hard felt hat, sometimes wears a check cap, carried a brown leather portmanteau.— PERCY age 36, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., slight build, com- plexion sallow, hair and moustache dark, receding chin ; dress, black diagonal suit, black felt hat, Hope, London," inside, brown boots, sometimes wears a brown overcoat with grey plaid lining, carried a brown portmanteau. Is well known at race meetings. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Ackers, Colchester, or to Inspector Lennon, Clacton- on- Sea. 23.— Grays ( County).— For embezzling £ 3 13s. 4d.— EDWARD FLEMING HILLS, late an assistant overseer, age about 23, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion ruddy, hair ( curly on forehead) and slight moustache dark ; dress, usually black or blue serge suit, black felt hat with broad brim, long rough overcoat. A painter ; native of Little Thurrock. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Jordan, Grays. GLAMORGANSHIRE. 24.- Pontypridd ( County).— For larceny- Supervisee JOSEPH SAMUEL BROOKS, alias GEORGE HUNT, Office No. 2923- 99, age 21, height 5 ft. 2 in., complexion fair, hair brown, eyes hazel, hairy mole right cheek, mole right side and back of neck, boil scars on back of neck and shoulders. Sentenced at Gloucester Quarter Sessions, 28th June, 1899, to 3 months imprison- | ment and 2 years Police supervision for larceny. Other convictions for shopbreaking, sacrilege, and burglary. Information to the Superintendent, County Police, Pontypridd. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. i'l— Bristol ( City).— For stealing £ 500— ROBERT FIELD, age 40 to 45 ( looks older), height about 5 ft. 7 in., inclined to stoop, com- plexion sallow, thin face, rather prominent jaws, hair ( turning grey) black, thin on temples, clean shaved, may be growing a beard and moustache, slouching gait, usually dressed in dark clothes. Of horsey appearance. A bank manager. Warrant issued. 26. Bristol( City)— For stealing £ 19 17s. 5d. — ERNEST CHARLES MOHUN, age 39, height^, 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion sallow, hair, moustach , and pointed beard dark ; dress, blue serge lounge suit, dark grey three- quarter overcoat, silk facings, black bowler hat. A commission agent; native of Ipswich. Is well known at Southampton, Cardiff, Bath, and London. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Bristol. HAMPSHIRE. 27 Bournemouth ( County).— For ob- taining several dresses and other articles by false pretences, 4th ult.— MRS. J. BLOTT, age 32 to 35, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh, hair dark, with fringe, eyes supposed grey, well educated. She left here about the end of October, accompanied by A MAN, age about 35, height about 5 ft. 9 in., slight build, complexion fresh, hair light, thick bushy moustache ; dress, blue serge suit, black bowler hat. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Foster, Bournemouth. 28.— Fareham ( County).— For housebreak- ing, 21st ult., at Bedhampton— A MAN, age about 21, height about 5 ft. 9 in., complexion sallow, hair and slight side whiskers black, deep cut scar on one thumb; dress, old black jacket, light trousers, light skull cap, lace boots. A tramp. Concerned with GEORGE WALKER, see Case No. 51, 9th inst. Information to Supt. Hack, Fareham. 29.— Gosport ( County).— For stealing, be- tween 19th and 31st ult., at the Rifle Barracks, 1 silver pap boat; 1 naval medal; 1 grand cross of Charles III. of Spain ( recovered)— GEORGE TIVNER ( supposed false), age about 30, height about 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fair, hair and mous- tache brown : dress, light brown suit and cap. Information to Supt. Silver, Gosport. 30— Portsmouth ( Borough). For steal- ing, 9th inst., £ 85, including 13 Bank of England notes, Portsmouth branch, Nos. 34581 to 34593, dated 21st October. 1899— FREDERICK AUGUS- TUS, alias CLAUDE HAMILTON, age 35, height 5 ft. 4^ in., complexion fresh, hair ( bald on top) and eyes brown, rose tattooed on right fore- arm ; dress, light dust coat, dark trousers, black and white check cap. A colour- sergeant of the 2nd Battalion Royal Southern Reserve Regiment, from which he is now a deserter. Absconded 9th inst. with his son, age 8 or 9. May endeavour to leave the country. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Portsmouth. HERTFORDSHIRE. 31.— Ware ( County). — For obtaining monev by false pretences — JAMES MORRIS, alias JAMES THOMPSON, age 48, height 5 ft. 3J in., complexion fresh, hair ( bald on top), moustache and side whiskers sandy, eyes blue, scar back of left hand and centre of forehead, birthmark back of neck, mole on chest, hairy mole on breast; dress, dark clotheB, hard felt hat. He collects alms by means of a book, which purports to bear the names of the principal residents of the neighbourhood. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Duke, Ware. KENT. 32.— Sandgate ( County).— For forging and uttering a cheque for £ 12 10s. 0d.— GEORGE SYLVESTER, age 35, height 5 ft. 8J in., com- plexion dark, hair dark brown, eyes ( sunken) hazel, small scar left cheek, hook nose, forehead and chin prominent, slightly bow- legged, walks badly ; dress, dark square- cut suit, brown New- market coat, sk nil cap. A native of Gainsborough, Lincoln. Is a deserter from the 7th Dragoon Guards. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hollands, Sandgate. TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 1900. T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. 3 PORTRAITS OF PERSONS WANTED. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 33.— V Division.— For forging and utter- ing a Post Office withdrawal notice for £ 30, and stealing £ 50 — HARRY WILLIAMS, alias PERCY STEPHENS, age 19, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion and hair dark, eyes hazel, low fore- head, Hat nose, large mouth ( mole at right corner), thick upper lip, lisps, flat- footed, turns his feet outwards, swinging gait ; dress, black jacket and vest, mixture trousers, black hard felt hat, carried a brown leather bag. A bootmaker's apprentice ; native of Anerley. May endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. DENBIGHSHIRE. 34.— Denbigh { County).— For obtaining goods by false pretences at Colwyn Bay— THOMAS MOLESWORTH HARPER, age about 65, height about ."> ft. 11 in., complexion sallow, hair and full pointed beard grey, stoops, turns his feet out- wards ; dress, dark suit and overcoat, black hard felt hat with high crown. May endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Supt. Jones, Denbigh. LANCASHIRE. 35.— Liverpool { City).— For forgery, 28th September last— WILMOT GOSLING, age 35, height 5 ft. G or 7 in., stiff build, complexion fair, hair brown, moustache light ; dress when last seen, dark morning coat and vest, light trousers. A canvasser and railway clerk. Absconded 27th ult. Information to the Head Constable, Detective Department, Liverpool. KENT. 36.- Maidstone ' Borough). For stealing a coat ( recovered)— SAMUEL CORMACK, age 32, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair light, eyes grey, cut scar centre of chest. A bricklayer ; native of Belfast. Has been previously convicted of larceny at Rochester. 37.— Maidstone ( Borough).— For failing to report— Licence- holder ROBERT BEARD, alias SNOOKS, ROBERTS, COX, and LEE, Office No. 2817- 00, age 67, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair brown ( turning grey), eyes hazel, " R. M." right forearm, left wrist deformed, 13 abscess scars left forearm, deaf. A ship's steward ; native of America. Sentenced at Maid- stone Sessions, 1th January, 1894, to 7 years penal servitude for larceny. Licenced 13th ult. C. L. U. 632. Information to Chief Constable Mackintosh, Maidstone. LANARKSHIRE. 38.— Glasgow ( City).— For embezzling £ 72 10s.— ALEXANDER ORR, age 30, height 5 ft. II in., complexion florid, red nose, hair dark brown, heavy moustache light brown ; dress, blue serge jacket suit, dark serge overcoat, black felt hat, carried a light brown hand bag. A bank teller; native of Glasgow. Absconded 31st ult. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Glasgow. LANCASHIRE. 39.— Chorley [ County). For stealing, 16th inst., a set of silver - mounted harness, except bridli— AARON GRESTY, age about 35, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, may be carrying one arm in a sling. A rag gatherer ; native of St. Helens. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Norris, Chorley. LINCOLNSHIRE. W. Lincoln ( City).— For obtaining £ 3 10s. 3d. by a worthless cheque on Barclay & Co., Man- ningtree, on 10th inst.— A MAN, giving the name of C. FENTON, of Colchester and Manningtree, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., broad set, com- plexion dark ; dress, dark overcoat and trousers, greyish tweed cap, carried a small black hand bag. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Mansell, Lin- coln. MONTGOMERYSHIRE. 41.— Llanidloes ( County).— For obtaining food, lodging, and money by false pretences, between 31st ult. and 6th inst. - W. M. JONES, age 32, height 5 ft. 8 in., slight build, complexion, hair, and moustache, dark ; eyes dark brown ; dress, black coat and vest, dark trousers with light stripes, soft felt hat; carried a brown leather hand- bag and a silver- mounted cherry- wood walking - stick. Supposed native of Dinas, Mawddwy, Merionethshire. He represented him- self as an agent for the New Zealand Emigration Company. Gives lectures on New Zealand, stat- ing he is a member of the New Zealand No. 1 Contingent at the seat of war. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Wil- liams, Welshpool, or to Sergt. Hughes, Llanidloes. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. 42. — Wellingborough ( County). — For stealing a bicycle ( recovered), FRANK BAMFORD, age 22, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion sallow, thin features, hair dark, slight moustache brown ; dress, brown suit, check cap, army boots ; a shoe- rivetter. Native of Wellingborough. Is accompanied by a WOMAN, age about 25, height about 5 ft., hair sandy; dress, black skirt, light brown jacket, white sailor hat, brown fur, white shoes. Warrant issued. 43.— Wellingborough ( County).— For stealing a smoothing plane 8 to 9 in. long, " R. Chapman " stamped in two places thereon— E. WILLIAMS, age about 35, height 5 ft. 3 in., com- plexion fresh, hair and moustache light brown, bow- legged, ulcer on one shin; dress, black jacket and vest, light trousers, brown billy- cock hat, lace boots ; a wheelwright. Native of Rom- ford ; tramps the country. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Alexander, Welling- borough. NOTTINGHAMSHIRE. 44.— Retford ( County).— For stealing 66 rabbits and 12 partridges on 30th ult.— Expiree HERBERT GAMBLES, Office No. 556- 98, age 32, height 5 ft. 9j in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, long forehead, bow- legged, round shouldered, scar front of left middle finger ; dress, soldier's old overcoat, black hard hat. A butcher; native of Sturton- by- Stowe, Lincolnshire. Sen- tenced at Lincoln County Assizes, 22nd November, 1895, to 3 years penal servitude for perjury. Warrant issued. 45.— Retford ( County).— For failing to re- port— Licence- holder WILLIAM BISBY, alias GEO. FROST, JOHN SUTTON, and GEORGE ROBINSON, Office No. 2756- 00, age 70, height 5 ft. 7£ in , complexion fresh, hair brown ( turn- ing grey), eyes brown, tumour scarB left back head, white birthmark left side chest, 2 back neck, and numerous small left side of back, left little finger contracted, right ankle deformed and leg 1 in. shorter than other ; dress, grey suit and black hard hat. A cabinet maker; native of Bradford. Sentenced at Stafford Quarter Ses- sions, 28th June, 1898 ( sentence to commence 5th July, 1898), to 3 years penal servitude for house- breaking. Licenced 5th ult. K. T. Y. 429. Information to Supt. Thomas, Retford. OXFORDSHIRE. 16.— Banbury ( Borough).— On commitment warrant for non- payment of bastardy arrears— HARRY PROFITT, age 20, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes brown, suffers with rheumatism. A farm labourer. Information to Chief Constable Hatcher, Ban- bury. ROXBURGHSHIRE. 17. Hawick ( Burgh).— For embezzling £ 38 18s. OJd. JAMES REID, an accountant or law clerk, age 25, height 5 ft. 7J in., well built, square shoulders, hair ( worn long, and inclined to curl) dark, clean shaved, eyes grey, usually dressed in dark or grey clothes. A native of Hawick. Is a violin player, and may seek employment at a music hall. Absconded about the middle of September last. Warrant issued. Not to he arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Chief Constable Macdonald, Town Hall, Hawick. SHROPSHIRE. • IS.- Wellington ' County).— For stealing ( bailee) a silver Walt ham lever watch, plain dial, large hand broken, mark scratched on inner case — THOMAS TABBINOR, alias TABNER and WILLIAMS, age 35 or 36, height 5 ft. 6 in., com- plexion fresh, hair, whiskers and moustache ( cropped short) brown, eyes grey, long features, crooked nose, cut mark near left thumb, slovenly gait; dress, dark jacket and vest, cord trousers tied below knees, soft drab coloured hat, strong lace hoots. A farm labourer ; native of Shifnal. Photograph may be seen on application. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Supt. Edwards, Wellington. 49.— Whitchurch ( County).— For deserting his family — WILLIAM alias SAMUEL JAR- MAN, age 55, height 5 ft. 2 in., complexion fresh, full face, hair, moustache, and full beard grey, 4 T H E POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 1900. eyes blue ; dress, blue serge jacket and vest, grey trousers, blue peak cap. A cabinet maker and French polisher. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Edge, Whitchurch. SOMERSETSHIRE. M.— Bath ( City).— For failing to report— Licence - holder ELIZABETH SMITH, alias CLODE and WHITEHEAD, Office No. 970- 00, age 57, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion sallow, hair and eyes grey, lost left breast, fleshy mole inner angle right eye, very deaf. Sentenced at Exeter, 10th November, 1894, to 7 years penal servitude for burglary. Licenced 7tli April last. K. S. U. 51. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, City Police, Bath. STAFFORDSHIRE. 10s. REWARD. 51.— Burslem ( County) — For non- payment of bastardy arrears— ROBERT HEATH, age 52, height about 5 ft. 8 in., stout build, complexion pale, hair and whiskers sandy, eyes blue. A farmer ; native of Ladderidge, near Leek. May be found working on a coal pit bank. Warrant issued. The above reward will be paid by Messrs. Sword Sons, solicitors, Hanley, to any person giving such information as will lead to the arrest of Heath. 52.— Burslem { County).— For absconding from Werrington Industrial School, 7th inst.— ALBERT SHAVE, age 14, height 4 ft. 2£ in., complexion pale, hair light brown, eyes brown, peculiar scar over right eye ; dress, brown sailor jacket, short corduroy trousers, check scarf, black stockings and cap, lace boots. A native of London. — WILLIAM HENRY HIGGINS, age 14J, height 4 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes dark blue ; dress, brown sailor jacket, check trousers, blue socks, lace boots. A native of Congleton, Cheshire. May be found on canal boats. A reward of 10s. will be paid by the Master of the above school for such information as will lead to the arrest of either of the above. 53.— Burslem { County). — For obtaining 3s. by false pretences— GEORGE MASON, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft.. 5 or 6 in., complexion dark sallow, thin face, hair dark, eyes sunken, high cheek bones; dress, long fawn coloured overcoat, dark suit. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Supt. Hill, Burslem. 51.- Burton- an- Trent { County).— For stealing, 27th ult., a silver lever watch, No. 451308, maker J. G. Greaves, Sheffield — THOMAS SAVAGE, age 30, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., com- plexion fresh, hair and moustache dark brown, eyes brown, large Roman nose. Is fond of singing in public houses, two of the songs being " Tom Bowling" and " The Little Nipper"; dress, dark blue suit, dark grey cap, blue muffler with white spots, old lace boots. Warrant issued. 55.— Burton- on- Trent County). — For stealing, lst inst., 1 silver watch, Swiss make ; 1 silver Albert, with 2 silver medals ( 1 with anchor in centre and " B. B." at sides; the other, gold centre, " Won by W. Smith " on back), attached ; 1 gold heart shape scarf pin ; 1 curb pattern brass Albert, imitation spade ace guinea and 2 foreign coins attached ; 1 silver mounted amber cigarette holder— ALFRED JACKSON, age about 22, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fair, hair light, eyes grey, long features, burn marks on chin, looks downwards when speaking; dress, dark suit, large silk neckerchief, light lace boots; wore, on right little finger, a ring set with a blue stone. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hicklin, Burton- on- Trent. 56.— Longton { County).— For housebreaking — JOHN THOMAS WESTON, age 24, height 5 ft., complexion swarthy, hair and eyes brown, slight moustache dark, left hand deformed; dress, dark jacket and vest, trousers of lighter material, plaid scarf, black hat, lace boots. Tramps the country gathering rags and bones or working at farm houses. A native of Longton. 57.— Longton ( County). For stealing a gold keyless Geneva watch, No. ( supposed) 3151, chased back, white dial, steel lingers and seconds finger, nearly new; a long black beaded chain— THOMAS HASKELL, age 50, height 5 ft. 10 in., slight build, complexion sallow, long thin face, hair brown, moustache and pointed beard turn- ing grey, eyes grey, red nose, end of right thumb and end of right little finger deficient; dress, grey round jacket and trousers with narrow red stripes forming a plaid about 2 in. square, brown cardigan jacket, black tie, light lace boots. Photograph can be seen on application. Information to Supt. Bakewell, Longton. 58 — Stoke - on - Trent { County).— Tor stealing, 22nd ult., two bricklayers' trowels, full size, " X" on handle of one, and other tools ( recovered) — THOMAS TURNER ( supposed false), age about 36, height 5 ft. 5 in., stout build, complexion fresh, hair dark brown, moustache sandy, round red face ; dress, dark jacket and vest, white moleskin trousers, lace boots. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Gilbride, Stoke- on- Trent. SUFFOLK ( East). 59.— Ipswich { Borough). — For stealing ( bailee) 20th ult., a small bay pony, hog mane, tail cut short, about 8 years, slightly broken- winded ; a low cart, painted brown, back board screwed up; a set of black leather, silver- plated harness; and a box and 2 hampers— ALBERT CARRINGTON, age 38, height 5 ft. 11 in., com- plexion fresh, hair ( inclined to curl) dark brown. Of military appearance ; shabbily dressed ; native of Mistley. Warrant issued. Information to Lieut.- Colonel Russell, Chief Constable, Ipswich. SURREY. 60.— Guildford { County). — For deserting his wife and children— WILLIAM EDWARD WHITTLE, age 42, height 5 ft. 6 in., hair dark brown, moustache ( turning grey) brown, eyes hazel, " W. E. W." and anchor tattooed on. one fore- arm ; carries his head slightly forward ; wearing dark serge coat and vest, lace boots. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Page, Guildford. 61— Hersham { County). — For non- pay- ment of maintenance arrears— JAMES BOND, age 36, height 5 ft. 3J in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes brown, scars left side of face. A labourer ; native of Hersham ; may seek employ- ment on public works. — WALTER JOHN MANNING, age 46, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fair, hair and heavy moustache dark brown, eyes blue, several teeth deficient in lower jaw, scar on right forearm. A labourer; may seek employ- ment at gardens or public works. Warrants issued. 62.— Hersham ( County).— For leaving his wife and children chargeable to the Chertsey Union— HARRY NIXON, age 30, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes brown ; dress, light coat, moleskin trousers. A labourer ; native of Hersham ; may seek employ- ment on public works. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Boon, Hersham. SUSSEX ( East). ffi.— Haywards Heath { County).— For stealing, 20th ult., at Cuckfield, a pneumatic safety bicycle, 1898 cover, " Dunlop" on front wheel, " 1899" on back wheel, dents in top and bottom tubes, one fork slightly bent, B. S. A. chain wheel and crank, rat- trap pedals, fiat handle bars, 71 gear, Hunt's saddle, small bell— EMERY BREADING, age 27, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., com- plexion fair, hair and moustache dark brown, " II. B." right forearm, " Lewry " back left wrist; dress, dark jacket, cord trousers, light cap, lace boots. A labourer ; native of Cuckfield. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Smith, Haywards Heath. 64.- Hastings ( Borough).— For stealing a quantity of plants and vegetables— JOHN DAVIS, alias HILTON and BROWN, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., broad shoulders, complexion pale, hair dark brown, moustache light, eyes light blue, 2 or 3 moles right side of face, stoops slightly; dress, grey mixture suit, grey cap, black bow tie, lace boots. Supposed a native of Horsham. May be found working at nurseries. Some- times preaches at Primitive Methodist chapels. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Hastings. WARWICKSHIRE. 65.- Aston Manor [ County). For larceny — Expiree WILLIAM HARRIS, alias JOHN BROWN, Office No. 2577- 97, age 29, height 5 ft. 5J in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes grey, large scar right forearm, wart and mole left side of neck, brown hairy mole left corner of mouth. A baker; native of Holloway, London. Sentenced at North London Sessions, 20th May, 1895, to 3 years penal servitude and 2 years Police supervision for housebreaking. V. 188. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Aston Manor. 66.— Birmingham { City).— For embezzle- ment— FRANK CLAYTON, age 12 ( looks older), height. 5 ft. 11 in., full face, hair and moustache turning grey, shuttling gait, turns his feet out- wards ; dress, dark suit, hard billycock hat. A butcher ; native of Dawley, Shropshire. Absconded 7th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Rafter, Birming- ham. YORKSHIRE ( North Riding). £ 1 REWARD. 67.— Heworth { County).— For deserting his wife and family - RICHARD HARE, alias BRIGGS, age 30, height about 6 ft., complexion dark, hair and eyes dark brown, ears project, scar side of head, crooked fingers ; dress, when last seen, 14th July last, old serge jacket, sleeved vest, dark cord trousers, grey cap, strong lace boots; had with him a blue serge suit. A native of Murton. Warrant issued. The above reward will be paid by the Guardians of the Flaxton Union to any person giving such information as will lead to the arrest of Hare. Information to Supt. Dove, Heworth. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 68.- Bradford ( City).— For obtaining goods by false pretences— Expiree JAMES WILLIAM JOWETT, Office No. 1991- 00, age 29, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes grey, scar outer angle of right eye, front of throat, and on first and third right fingers. Sentenced at Leeds Assizes, 3rd December, 1896, to 3 years penal servitude for forgery. Liberated on 2nd licence 21st July last. W. 460. See Case No. 22, 3rd August last. Warrant issued. 69.— Bradford ( City)— For being fraudulent bailee of two watches ( recovered)— BENJAMIN WRIGHT, age 35, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair dark, clean shaved, short- sighted and wears spectacles, small turned- up nose, speaks loudly ; dress, dark slack back jacket suit. A native of Wilsden, Bradford. Has been a curate at Lightcliffe, Clacton, and Carisbrooke, Isle of Wight. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, City Police, Bradford. 70.— Leeds ( City).— For stealing £ 14 9s. 9d. — ALBERT LEWIS, age 35, height about 5 ft. 4 in., moustache curled upwards, eyes ( supposed) blue, prominent nose, rather Jewish appearance. Has been an official of the Leeds and District Cyclists' Association, aud is well known amongst cyclists. May endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Information to Major Tarry, Chief Constable, Leeds. 71.— Wakefield { City). — For obtaining money, food, Are., by false pretences, 17th inst.— A MAN, giving the name of ERVIN RITTER VON POLLOCK, age about 27, height. 5 ft. 10^ in., complexion fair, hair, beard and moustache light, eyes blue ; wearing long light overcoat, and soft hat to match, dark trousers. Speaks broken English, and is believed to be a German. He engages rooms at an hotel for his father, mother, and a valet, orders luncheon, wines, & c., and after borrowing money from the proprietors or waiters, absconds. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Chief Constable Harris, Wake- field. 72.— Dewsbury { Borough).— For obtaining money by false pretences— CHARLES EDWARD WINWARD, alias J. E. HODGSON, age about 40, height 5 l't. 7 in., complexion, hair and mous- tache ( turning grey) dark, eyes ( cast in left) grey. He represents himself as an agent for a boc'" titled " The Business Register," takes orders, and obtains money, promising to send the books on in a few days, giving receipts signed " J. E. Hodgson, 114 Chorley Old Road, Bolton." Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Shore, Dewsbury. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 73— N Division. Remanded till 27tli inst., for bigamy and larceny— FREDERICK HALL, age 30, height 5 ft. 5J in., complexion dark, hair dark brown, eyes blue, large scar between nose FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 2 3 , 1 9 0 0. THE POLICE GAZETTE. 6 and left eye), Scar under right eye, right side of neck, left knee and right forefinger, mole right side of nose, under left armpit and on stomach, blue dot left forearm and back of left hand, flat feet; dress, brown jacket suit, black hard- felt'hat, lace boots. Supposed a native of Leeds. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, London, S. W. DORSETSHIRE. 74.— Dorchester ( County).— Committed for trial at next Assizes, for inflicting grievous bodily harm on the high seas. 7th inst. — EURIQUE PIMA, age 28, height. 5 ft. 6* in., complexion dark sallow, hair dark, eyes brown, nose bent, star tattooed left forearm, heart and sword right forearm. A seaman ; native of Brazil. supposed previously convicted. Information to Supt. Burden, Dorchester. SHROPSHIRE. 75.— Wellington ( County). — Committed for trial at Shropshire Assizes, 29tli inst., for shooting with intent to do grievous bodily harm — WILLIAM HILL, age 28, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, moustache sandy, eyes grey, 2 cuts over right eye, cut on left wrist; dress, black ribbed jacket and vest, blue cloth trousers, dark serge cap, old shoes. A collier; native of Newtown, Mon. Supposed wanted elsewhere. Information to Chief Supt. Edwards Wellington. SURREY. 76.— Chertsey ( County).— Committed for trial at ( luildford Assizes, 7th prox., for burglary— GEORGE MILLER ( supposed false), age 05, height 5 ft. 3 in., slight build, complexion sallow, hair, moustache, and eyes grey, beard about a week's growth, cheeks sunken, nose slightly crooked, scar on bridge, scar inside left knee; dress, black diagonal jacket, brown vest with slight red stripes, grey tweed trousers, white shirt, " Great Britain " in red letters and " K 1809 " in ink thereon, red and black striped bow tie, " Fred Payne, Broadway, Hammersmith, and Great Port- land Square," thereon, light lace boots. An engine fitter.- JOHN HILTON ( supposed false), age 23, height 5 ft. 5 in., slight build, complexion fresh, blotched face, hair brown, clean shaved, eyes grey, mole back of right shoulder ; dress, black jacket, dark trousers with faint red stripes forming squares, grey military shirt, " 8 R. F. 98" thereon, red tie, light lace boots. A plumber. Information to Supt. Hackman, Chertsey. WILTSHIRE. 77.- Swindon ( County). — Committed for trial at next Quarter Sessions, Ist January, 19111, for obtaining clothing by false pretences — Expiree MARY JANE OLAND, Office No. 3735- tH\ age 30, height 5 ft, complexion lair, broad face, hair light brown, eyes blue, oblong scar above right wrist, mole back neck and left cheek. Native of Kempsford, Glos. Sentenced at Salis- bury, 3rd July, 1889, to 5 years penal servitude for burglary ; has also been convicted at Don- caster, Warminster, and Winchester. Information to Snpt. Robinson, Swindon. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 78.— c Division.— 20th inst., 12 plain gold match boxes ( 4 size 1A by J in., 0 1J by If in., 2 1| by 1 in.), hall marked, " W. H. N." or " W. H. N., Ltd.," stamped on rims; 57 silver cigar or cigarette cases, some plain, some hand engraved, gilt inside, elastic in one or both sides, sizes various; cigarette cases from 3i in. by in.; cigar cases, 5 in. by 4 in., hall marked n each side stampers, initials " S. M. L." and • W. H. N., Ltd.," stamped on inside; 22 silver match boxes, plain and engraved, sizes H by li in., 15 by f in., hall marked, " W. H. N." or " W. H. N., Ltd.," stamped on rims ; 18 silver tube cases, from 2 to 4 in. long, plain and hand en- graved, to hold cigars or cigarettes, containing amber tubes, with or without gold mounts, hall marked. " W. H. N." or " W. H. N., Ltd.," stamped on rims ; 2 gun- metal cigar cases, about 5 by 3i in., red elastic band inside, nickel- mounted rims, ribbed design ; 1 gun- metal cigarette case, 3} by 2| in., opens by pressing turquoise knob, dragon fly with turquoise body and ruby eyes, on outside left hand corner. i9.— D Division.— Since 13th September uneven, small collar of rose diamonds at end of last, a diamond and pearl brooch, set 21 brilliants, j each, all detachable. weight 9} carats, mounted in silver, gold back. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolis n new moon shape, 5 large drop pearls, pear shape. Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BEDFORDSHIRE. 80.- Bedford ( County) — 11th inst., by bur glary at Kempston Grange, a round silver ink- stand tray, " Presented to James Howard" and other words engraved thereon ; 2 Indian silver bowls, gilt inside, scalloped, about 8 by 6 in.; 1 silver card case ; 1 silver pin cushion, with lift- up top, shell pattern, " M. H.. Heaton Hall" engraved thereon; 2 brass candlesticks, reddish brown stone uprights ; 1 small plated flower vase ; 1 red gold wire Indian table cloth ( Ahmedabad work , about 2 ft. square. Information to Snpt. Quenby, County Police Office, Bedford. CHESHIRE. 81.— Liscard ( County).— 15th inst., 1 lady's gold Geneva watch, gold face, steel hands, chased back, inner case engraved, very old ; I do. double gold Albert, double links, 2 tassels at end ; 1 do. gold curb bracelet, padlock attached; 1 do. gold bangle, set row of pearls ; 1 gold crescent- shape brooch, set amethysts ; I topaz and pearl brooch ; 1 gold oval brooch, set pearls, hair in centre, name engraved on back : 1 small do., plain, hair in centre ; 1 gold bar brooch, set crystals, about 2 in. long; 1 do., set 3 moonstones in centre, 1 crystal each end ; 1 gold oval brooch, raised in centre, hair inside at back ; 2 pairs gold earrings, star fastenings; 1 red coral brooch, about ."> in. long, in shape of a spray : I coral necklace ( 3 strings), with gold clasp, " Eliza Kellet " engraved thereon ; 1 lady's gold ring, gipsy setting, 3 sipphires and 2 diamonds ; 1 do. snake ring, set 3 diamonds in head, " Cressage sold" written inside; I lady's single- stone diamond ring ; 1 lady's gold ring, set pearls, small diamond in centre; 1 lady's old- fashioned gold ring, set pearls ; 1 lady's gold ring, set oval moonstone : i oval gold brooch, set diamond in centre ; 1 gold bar brooch, twisted in centre ; 1 gold oval locket, blue enamel cross in centre, small diamonds set in enamel, gold chain attached ; 1 gold oval locket, ruby and pearl cross ; 1 plain do., photograph of man inside ; 1 pink coral spray brooch; 1 lady's gold ring, gipsy setting, pearl in centre, diamond each side ; 1 do. garnet ring ; 1 lady's gold ring, set pink coral; 1 do. amethyst ring; 1 round tortoiseshell brooch, inlaid gold and silver ; 1 large round silver filigree Dutch brooch; 1 delicate silver filigree brooch, rose shape; 1 lady's gold double Albert, gold seal pencil attached ; 1 Maltese cross brooch, garnet setting ; 1 gold scarf pin, figure of bear on top ; 1 metal scarf pin, set amethyst; I lady's gold ring, set carbuncle. " In memory of Willie " engraved inside ; 1 lady's open- face silver Geneva watch, steel hands, maker " Byrne, Bold Street, Liver- pool " ; 1 lady's silver Albert, tassels and charms attached; 2 silver brooches, horseshoe pattern, thistle in centre ; 1 silver bangle, coins attached ; 1 brass telescope, 4 slides, bound with black leather. Information to Supt. McDonald, Liscard. DERBYSHIRE. SI — Chesterfield ( Borough).— 15th inst., a gold ring. E. C." engraved on heart shape shield ; 1 pair light Scotch tweed trousers, brown and grey mixture; 1 new dark silk tie; 1 pair new braces; 1 pair white woollen pants; and a purse marked " E. G\," containing £ 2 2s.— By A MAN, who gave the name of ALFRED JACK- SON, age 23, Leight 5 ft. 0 or 7 in., complexion fair, hair ( short) light, clean shaved, front upper teeth uneven; dress, dark jacket, brown vest, trousers and cap, dark tie. Stated he was a porter on the Midland Railway. Information to th'e Acting Chief Constable, Chesterfield. ESSEX. 83.— Grays ( County).— 14th inst., 2 tool bags 1 with pockets inside ; 1 with brass eyelets ; It brick trowels ( 1 with 3 or 4 holes punched in ferrule ; 1 with small hole in handle): 8 pointing trowels ( 1 made from a brick trowel ; '. plastering do.; 4 club hammers ( I with hole punched in handle); 4 scaffolding do.; 1 lath do.; I slate do.; 2 jointers ; 1 stock ; 2 bolsters ; 2 four- fold rules; 16 chisels; 3 spirit levels ( 1 with small level for measuring upright work); 1 pair compasses ; 1 padlock and key ; 1 black overcoat, usual pockets; 1 blue dungaree jacket; 1 blue serge do.- By THREE MEN, 1st, age about 20, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in.; wearing dark jacket and cap. 2nd, age about 21, height 5 ft. 3 or 1 in., rather stout build; wearing dark jacket and cap. 3rd, age about 19, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., slight build, complexion fair; wearing long black overcoat and cap. Information to Supt. Jordan, Grays. HAMPSHIRE. Si.— Aldershot County). — 19th inst., a gold half- hunter watch, No. 42230, maker Dent, 61 Strand, London, " Leon S. Denny," engraved inside case, leather strap attached ; 1 small silver Geneva open face watch, " Leon Serena Denny from his father, Dumbarton, N. B., January, 1884" engraved inside case ; 1 pig skin stud box ( con- taining 3 pearl studs; 1 pair gold sleeve links, Chinese letters thereon); 1 plain silver oval cigarette case; 1 gold mounted meerschaum cigarette holder, quill mouthpiece, in dark brown case ; 1 gold scarf pin, red stone in centre sur- rounded with white stones; I silver mounted briar pipe, in dark leather case: 1 flat dark leather purse ; 1 silver cigarette box, lined with wood, about 8 in. long, 1 in. wide, and I in. high, " F. Iv." on top ; 1 small round alarm clock, in brass case ; 4 pairs brown leather gloves ; 1 silver match box, " L. S. Denny, shooting prize, Clifton College," engraved thereon ; 1 plain dark match box; 1 white metal do., with coloured flowers painted thereon : 1 small brass toy trumpet, about 10 in. long ; a pneumatic safety bicycle, No. 2054, " Royal Arms" make, enamelled olive green, tin gear case, dropped top bar, Palmer tyres, flat handle bars— Suspicion is attached to A MAN, i age 20 to 25, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., slight build, clean shaved ; dress, light grey tweed stable suit ( tight fitting trousers), brown cap, light dust coat. Appearance of a groom. Information to Supt. Hawkins, Aldershot. So.— Southampton ( Borough).— Sib inst., by housebreaking, a silver watch, " Bambs and Genve " on face ; 1 silver Geneva ; 1 gold locket, chased both sides, fine chain attached; 1 gold bracelet, plain one side, chased the other, fastens with a chain ; 1 silver brooch, owl in centre. 10th inst., by housebreaking, two ladies' gold Geneva watches ( I white dial, 1 gold dial, chased backs, 1 made by Hansford, Poole) ; 1 silver pencil case, " Mappin & Webb," " L. S.," and " 1894" thereon ; 2 pairs gold sleeve links, 1 stamped with Norwegian lion ; 1 gold ring, set 1 diamond in centre and 2 on each Bide ; 1 15 ct. gold buckle ' ring ; 1 lady's long heavy gold chain, double links; 1 long gold chain, small links, much worn, tied in 1 place with cotton ; 1 gold bracelet, expanding or spring pattern ; 2 round gold brooches, 1 set diamond ; 2 gold studs ; 6 imitation pearl studs— 6 T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 1900. Suspicion is attached to A MAN, age about 35, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache light, carried a black hand- bag. 11th inst., by housebreaking, a heavy gold Albert, spade guinea attached; 1 gold chain, tassel attached ; 1 fine small gold eyeglass chain ; 1 lady's gold chain ; 1 gold watch chain, twisted cable pattern, and bosses; 1 gold brooch; 1 plain gold round brooch ; 1 amethyst brooch, with gold vine leaf setting; 1 pebble brooch in gold setting; 1 key brooch, set with crystals ; 1 silver Maltese butterfly brooch ; 1 silver brooch, shape of cross ; 4 gold earrings ( diamond set in 2); 1 gold ring, set diamond and ruby ; I mourning do., diamond in centre and hair at back ; 1 gold ring, set 2 stones ( black and white); 1 do., set purple stone; 1 gold chased ring; 2 gold wedding rings ; 1 gold ring, set ruby and pearl; 1 do., set turquoise and pearl ; 1 lady's gold ring, set with 4 emeralds and pearls ( 2 pearls missing); 1 lady's marquise ring, set emeralds and pearls ; 1 lady's gold ring, set 2 diamonds and 1 ruby ; 1 lidy's mourning ring; 1 gentleman's gold ring, set blood stone, and engraved with lion crest; 1 antique gem ring, set with cornelian on swivel; 1 ancient silver ring, set with cornelian ; 1 lady's small chased gold ring ; 1 gold buckle, set with 2 turquoise ; 1 lady's gold curb bracelet; 1 silver bracelet, engraved ; 1 gold locket, " A." in coral; 1 gold locket, " R. E. C." ; 1 paste pin, set 5 stones as a rose in silver setting; 1 lady's gold watch, engraved " A. W. Soper " inside; 1 plain 18 ct. stud ; 1 blue cut glass smelling bottle, silver- gilt, ends ; 1 gold pin, with monogram " C. F. C." ; 1 gold pin, shape of parrot, set 2 turquoise and pearls, chain and small pin attached; 1 silver cross, chased ; 1 unset amethyst. Information to the Chief Constable, Southamp- ton. LANCASHIRE. 80.— Hurst ( County). — Between 13th and 14th inst,, at Hartshead, a small keyless Geneva watch, No. 50316, black oxydised cases, " G. S. S." scratched on back; 1 light brown imitation crocodile skin cigar case; 1 cigar case, silver mounts at ends, " C. G." engraved thereon; 1 cigarette case, crocodile skin. Information to Supt. Hewitt, Hurst, near Ashton- under- Lyne. SUFFOLK. 87.- Ipswich ( Borough). — 17th inst., a pneumatic " Globe" bicycle, painted green, dropped handle bars, cork handles, xylonite tips, 30 in. front wheel, 28 in. back wheel, Dunlop back tyre, rat- trap pedals, leather mudguards, slight indentation in rim of back wheel, no brake. Information to Lieut.- Colonel Russell, Chief Constable, Ipswich. SUSSEX ( East). 88.— Eastbourne ( Borough).— 11th inst., from an hotel, a fawn- colour single- breasted covert coat, usual pockets, bone buttons, light brown lining— Supposed by A MAN, age about 22, height 5 ft. 11 in., hair brown, clean shaved ; dress, Norfolk suit, brown gaiters. Information to Major Teale, Chief Constable, Eastbourne. 89.— Has tings ( Borough).— 18th inst., 30 ladies' gold keeper rings, principally 18 ct. ; 25 do., 18 ct.; 19 gold wire knot rings, principally 18 ct.; 24 cheap gold dress rings ; 30 gold dress rings, principally 18 ct., set diamonds, pearls and rubies; 20 ladies' gold keeper rings, 9, 15 and 18 ct.; 20 gold twisted wire knot rings, set diamonds, sapphires and rubies ; 24 gold wedding rings, 9, 18, and 22 ct.; 12 cheap gold signet rings ; 20 gold wedding rings, 22 ct.; 12 gold gem rings, principally 18 ct. ; 30 gold signet rings, 18 ct.; 10 ladies' cheap dress rings ; 1 18 ct. gold keyless demi- hunter lever watch, No. 38561, plain polished cases, 21 F/ IO/-; 118 ct. gold ( 18 line) lever watch, No. 60375, 51 G/ B/-; 1 18 ct. gold lever watch, No. 67127, plain polished cases, 33 D/ JF/-; 1 lady's gold keyless half- hunter watch, No. 177676, plain polished case, Arabic figures, 67 H/ G/-; 2 ladies' horizontal silver keyless watches, Nos. 16176 and 21339, 7 JF/ D and 10 JG/-; 2 horizontal silver watches, Nos. 101586 and 101587, 39 .1H/- and 40 JH/-; 1 demi- hunter silver keyless lever watch. No. 642 tl, 47 H/ J/-; 1 oxydized watch, keyless, No. 155336, 49/ B-; 1 do., No. 164544, 51 B/-; 1 nickel keyless Calendar, No. 981581, with months, days and moon thereon, 77 JH -; 1 oxy- dized horizontal watch, No. 114108, black dial, 94 JA/-; 1 horizontal silver watch, No. 481941, key winding, 109 B/-; 1 horizontal silver keyless watch, No. 8466, 139 J H/-; 1 silver lever watch, No. 33473, key winding, 140 JC -; 1 silver Waltham lever watch, No. 67949715, 144 J/-/-; 1 oxydized keyless lever watch, No. 39856, 149 JH/-: 1 aluminium crystal, large size, horizontal, 133 D/ D; 1 lady's keyless oxydized horizontal watch, No. 102454, 169 JG/ a; I silver horizontal watch, No. 486015, 183 C/ D; 1 silver seconds chronograph. No. 176223, 201 H H - ; 1 silver English lever watch, No. 86033/ 837, crystal, 14 size, " Lewis Abbott, St. Leonards," 213 H C -; 1 bronze open face Montre Rosa keyless lever, 233 JF/ D; 1 crystal " Maxim" silver keyless lever watch, No. 10087, 232 JB/ D; 1 lady's silver keyless watch, No. 43926, horizontal, engraved, 240 JF/ D; 2 ladies' silver watches, Nos 31923 and 31926, key winding, horizontal, engraved fancy dial, 243 Er/ G and 244 Er/ G; 1 silver keyless lever watch, No. 9975, crystal, 253 J ' G/ D ; 1 " Peerless " keyless silver watch, No. 174008, lever, 255 J/ HT/ n ; 1 lady's horizontal silver watch, No. 18005, key winding, fancy dial, 257 F)/-; 1 lady's oxydized keyless horizontal watch, No. 823345, 262 FT/ D ; 1 silver watch, No. 152799, key winding, horizontal, 269 DT// D ; 1 silver American Waltham lever watch, No. 5520748, 276 ET/-; 1 silver crystal lever, No. 284127, E. T., 14 size Brequet spring, " Lewis Abbott, St. Leonards," 279 H/ JG/-; 1 lady's oxydized steel watch, No. '. 12258, horizontal, 283 HT/-; 1 nickel Maxim " watch, small size. 284 B/ D ; 1 ladv's oxydized kevless watch, No. 3129, 291 B,-; 1 ditto, No. 31294, 292 B/-; 1 silver lever watch, No. 43417, E. T„ crystal, keyless, 296 J/ E/ D; 1 ditto. No. 328214, plain polished, Kew certificate, 297 G/ IT/-; 1 aluminium crystal. No. 861267, fits into fastening for bicycle. 305 T/ D; 1 lady's silver horizontal watch, No. 34872, engraved, kev winding, 308 HT/- ; 1 ditto, No. 186829, 310 FT/ G ; 1 ditto, No. 184766, key- less, plain dial, 312 ET/ D ; 1 keyless lever watch, No. 10160, engine turned, 299 G/ E/- ; 1 lady's 9 ct. gold Albert, " Prince of Wales," and facetted 3 and 2 strand, 28 J/-/ ; 1 lady's 15 ct, " Queen's " curb and ball, 39 J/ D/ D ; 3 9 ct. gold Alberts ( 1 fetter and 1 oval, 2nd fetter and 3 oval, 3rd graduated curb, 51 J/ JC/-, 53 G/ JN/- and 54 H/ JN/-); 1 lady's 9 ct. gold Albert " Prince of Wales," " Queen" oval pendant, 82 B/ D ; 1 9 ct. double Albert, open curb, 98 H/ JH/-; 1 lady's 9 ct. gold Albert, 2 strand, " Prince of Wales" centre, facetted link and gold seal, 108 J/ G/-; 1 do. double link, trace facetted ball tassel, 109 JC/-; 1 9 ct. gold Albert, close fetter and double knot, 115 H/ G ; 1 9 ct. double Albert, titter and tie, 116 H/ H G ; 1 lady's 9 ct. gold Albert, 2 strand, " Prince of Wales" lozenge seal, 123 JF/ D ; 1 9 ct. gold Albert, fetter and knot, double, 129 G HT H ; 1 do. square trace, 132/ iT/ a ; 1 do. Alma fetter and ball, with seal, 136 AT/-; 1 do. " Prince of Wales," diamond and pillar centre, 138 BT/- ; 1 do. facetted trace, knotted curter and tassel, 139 BT/ D ; 1 do. double centre curb, 140 J/ G/ a ; 1 do. pillar centre, facetted links, heart pendant, 149 GT/-; 1 do. 2 strand, curb, ball centre, 150 J/ H/ G; all the pendants have brass tabs with the number and price thereon— Sus- picion is attached to A MAN, age 40 to 45, height about t! ft., complexion fresh, full face, high cheek bones, heavy light moustache, smart appearance; dress, long fawn- coloured mackintosh coat, dark trousers, dark mixture skull cap. Information to the Chief Constable, Hastings. ANIMALS, & e., STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 90.— J Division.— 26th nit., a black cart horse, 16A hands, white star on forehead and back. Information to be forwarded to the Metro- politan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. YORKSHIRE ( North Riding). £ 10 REWARD 91.— Heworth ( County).— 6th or 7th ult, at Osbaldwick, 6 prize turkeys ( 5 hens, 1 cockerel), the hen birds have been torn under the wings ; 3 prize Indian game hens and a cockerel. The above reward will be paid by Mr. T. Stagg, Osbaldwick Hall, near York, to any person giving such information as will lead to the apprehension and conviction of the thief or thieves, and the recovery of the birds. Information to Supt. Dove, Heworth, near York. APPREHENSIONS. 92.- Metropolitan Police District, Criminal Investigation Depart- ment.— ERNEST EDWARD BARNES, Case No. 2, 20th July last. 93.— Hampshire , Bournemouth ( County).— EDWARD CHARLES SHAW, Case No. 21, 16th inst. Si-— Lancashire, Liverpool ( City).— Licence- holder WILLIAM WILKINSON, Ollice No. 3747- 97, Case No. 29, 17th August last. 95.— Staffordshire, B u r s I e m ( County1.— JOHN WILLIAM COOPER, Case No. 47, 5th January last. LATEST INFORMATION. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 96.— V Division. - For deserting his family WILLIAM ELLIOTT, age 29. height ~> fi. 10 in!, complexion pale, hair dark ; dress, old dark clothes. A native of Cobham, Surrey. Warrant issued. 97.— v Division.— For desjrting his family — JOHN OTTAWAY, age 45, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion dark, hair very dark ; dress, old dark clothes. A native of Kingston. Warrant issin- d. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 98.— A Division.— 8th inst., a diamond pendant, can be used as a brooch, set 24 pure white stones, those set at the 4 points raised above the remainder, centre stone weighs 1} J- cts. ; 1 diamond collett necklet, silver cut down setting, has been lengthened by 3 stones at each end, now consists of 59 stones, 3 centre stones weigh together 5J | T\ ct8.; 1 new moon brooch, set 19 brilliants; a diamond half hoop bracelet, set about 10 large stones ( 2 rather yellow), safety chain attached ; 1 pearl and sapphire bracelet, composed of 3 gold bands, thickly studded with small pearls and 3 clusters ( a sapphire surrounded by small brilliants); and 1 silver chain bag, con- taining a silver chain purse. Information to be forwarded to the Metropoli- tan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BERKSHIRE. 99 — Reading ( Borough).— list inst., a lady's gold Waltham lever hunter watch, No. 2147644, engine- turned cases; 2 ladies' open face silver Genevas ; 1 plain gold bracelet; 1 gold bracelet, horseshoe with blue stones in centre attached by a small gold chain ; 1 silver chatelaine, 5 chains attached ; 1 drab colour covert coat, velvet collar ; 1 brown jacket. Information to Capt. Henderson, Chief Con- stable, Reading. ANIMALS, & c., RECOVERED METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 100.- K Division.— Brown mare, Case No. 101, 16th inst. APPREHENSION. 101.— Herefordshire, Ross ( County). — Licence- holder FRANK ROWLEY, Office No. 46128, Case No. 27, 19th January last. ( J7891