N K W SERIES. FRIDAY, AUGUST 16, 1901. VOL. X V I I I . , No. 1840. PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. POLICE R E O U L A T I O N S . 1. All announcements for insertion in the POLICE GAZETTE, and all communication relating to them, should be addressed to THE EDITOR o r THE POLICE GAZETTE, NEW SCOTLAND YARD, LONDON, S. W. 2. Particulars concerning persons whose apprehension it sought will he inserted in one issue of the POLICE GAZETTE, if they are sufficient to entile action to he taken won them by anotlter force. 3. Particulars at 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 cases where a reward is offered, the name and address of some person responsible for the payment must be given, and the exact conditions must be clearly stated. 5. 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 photograph or sketch of a stolen article. 6. Every announcement, if for the apprehension of a person, mutt be guaranteed by the signature of an officer of not lett rank than Superintendent; and, if the name of such person is required to he inserted and no warrant is in force against him, the requisition must be signed hy the chief officer of police, or his immediate deputy, of the county, city, or borough, at 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 far as practicable, they- are alphabetically arranged by counties. 9. The force which causes particulars concerning delinquents or stolen property to be inserted in the POLICE GAZETTE, must, on their apprehension or recovery, at once transmit to the Editor notice of the foot, referring to the number of the announcement, for insertion in tkc next issue. 10. In all cases the officer signing the request for the insertion of any announcement will he wholly responsible for any proceedings which may result from such publication. 11. Announcements for the Friday issue should be forwarded so as to he received not later than noon 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 advance, eit, her 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 he accepted rn payment, and the charges for the insertion of the same will be given on application. E. R. HENRY, Editor. INDEX TO SPECIAL NOTICES AND CAUTIONS Which have appeared in the POLICE GAZETTE during the past twelve months. ASTORIA, or L. CLEMENT, Dog Dealer, 52 Maida Vale, N. W. ( P. G., No. 1748, September 28th, 1900.) BENNETT BROS., late MAY, GARLAND & CO. ( P. G., No. 1756, October 26th, 1900.) BUTLER, DENIS, " Rosel," Parson's Mead, Croydon, dealer in cutlery. ( P. G., No. 1686, February 23rd, 1900.) DIXON, ARTHUR, alias OAKENFULL. ( P. G., No. 1676, January 19th, 1900.) EDWARDS, GEORGE, alias AMERICAN FRANK. ( P. G., No. 1676, January 19th, 1900.) HALL, WILLIAM FLETCHER, diagnostician and public lecturer. ( P. O., No. 1828, July 5th, 1901.) HAMILTON, JOSEPH, alias LITTLE JOE. ( P. G., No. 1676,- January 19th, 1900.) HENRIKSON, HENRI, alias HENDERSON, servants' registry office. ( P. G., No. 1688, March 2nd, 1900.) HYPOLITE CO. ( P. G., No. 1746, September 21st, 1900.) NICHOLSON INSTITUTE, Gunnersbury. ( P. G-, No. 1686, February 23rd, 1900.) SEYMOUR, DR. HAMILTON. ( P. G., No. 1774, December 28th, 1900.) SNELL, ROBERTS, DUNLOP, BUTT, & c., " marking ink fraud." ( P. G., No. 1782, January 25th, 1901). SYMONDS' TEA COMPANY AND LONDON STORES, Savoy House, Strand, and New North Street, London, W. C. ( P. G., No. 1720, June 22nd, 1900.) TANQUEREY'S FREE PORTRAIT FRAUD. ( P. G., No. 1746, September 21st, 1900.) SPECIAL NOTICE. Letters relating to criminal business addressed by other Police Forces to Scotland Yard, are very frequently delayed, owing to the envelopes containing them being directed incorrectly or inadequately. In such cases prompt attention cannot be assured unless the letters are addressed " The Assistant Commissioner of Police, Criminal Investigation Department, New Scotland Yard, London, S. W." APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 1.— B Division.— For stealing £ 1 19s. 7d. — ARTHUR ROBERT GEORGE, alias HENRY FORBES GEORGE, age 23, height 5 ft. 6£ in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, crooked nose, speaks quickly; dress, blue serge suit, blue tie with white spots, white straw hat. A native of London. Warrant issued. 2.— K Division,—" POT embezzling £ 9, 7th inst.— JAMES FISHER, age 20, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion fair, hair light, eyes blue, two flags, true love, and J. F. right forearm, sailing ship encircled in chain, and J. F. left arm ( in red and blue ink), short turned up nose, north country accent; dress, navy blue suit, black tie, black cloth cap. A native of Bill Quay- on- Tyne. Warrant issued. 3.— N Division.— For using threats— Licence- holder, WILFRED MEREDITH CAULFIELD, alias EDMOND ROCHE, Office No. 12- 01, age 49, height 5 ft. 91 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes blue, scar on forehead, over right eyebrow, under right eye, left eyebrow, and on bridge of nose, mole left temple, left cheek, on front and back of left forearm. A native of Rathdrum, Wicklow. D 140. Warrant issued. 4.— P Division. — For embezzlement— REGINALD ARTHUR HAYLER, age 26, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fair, hair light; dress, black morning coat and vest, blue and black mixture trousers, white straw hat, lace shoes. A clerk, supposed a native of Walsingham, Norfolk. Warrant issued. 5.— P Division.— For embezzlement and forgery— HORACE HARRISON HOPKINS, age 36, height 6 ft., complexion fair, hair and heavy moustache light, walks badly, stoops. A mineral water traveller. Warrant issued. 6.— T Division.— For stealing, 19th ult., a bicycle, 1898, B. S. A. fittings, Brooks's B. 28 saddle, smooth cover on back tyre, non- slipping on front, " Chandos" on transfer — HARRY TURNHAM, age 25, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair ( curly) light; dress, black lounge jacket, light trousers and cap, brown boots. A native of Aylesbury, Bucks. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. CITY OF LONDON. 7.— For stealing £ 15— HERBERT WHITWORTH, age 35, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., slight build, complexion pale, thin ' features, hair ( bald on top) and slight moustache light; dress, dark serge jacket apd vest, dark trousers with bluish grey stripe, black hard felt hat. A clerk, late of Lindore Road, Battersea Rise. Absconded 28th June last. Warrant issued. 8.— For obtaining 12 Turkish towels by false pretences— JAMES O'CONNOLLY, age 20, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fair, hair light, clean shaved; dress, dark blue serge suit, tight fitting trousers, black hard felt hat, brown button boots, sometimes wears a blue cloth cap, a yellow metal ring set blue stone on one little finger. A drapers' assistant. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. McWilliam, 26, Old Jewry, E. C. BUCKINGHAMSHIRE. 9 — Fenny Stratford ( County).— For embezzling £ 1— ALFRED MATTHEWS, age 45, hcJ ' ht 5 ft. 7J in., thick set, complexion, hair and he^ vy moustache dark; dress, light coat, dark cloth trousers, hard folt hat. A picture seller, late of Gloucester. Is accompanied by his wife and family. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Lait, Fenny Stratford. CUMBERLAND. 10.— Whitehaven ( County).—¥ or carnal knowledge of a girl under 13, at Cleator Moor, 24th June last— NICHOLAS SARA, alias KENT, age 62, height 5 ft. 5 in., slight build, complexion sallow, hair ( bald on top), beard and moustache dark, eyes blue, blue mark on noso ; dress, dark tweed jacket suit, black hard hat, old lace boots. A watch repairer; native of Cornwall. Is an army pensioner. Absconded 5th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Kelly, Whitehaven. DORSETSHIRE. 11.— Blandford ( County).— For obtaining £ 3 by a worthless cheque, and stealing, 8th inst., a pneumatic safety bicycle, black enamelled, flat handle bars, cork handles, white celluloid tips, free wheel, Bowden brake, small black racing saddle, small plated lamp, makers Lucas & Son, pump with " Warwick tyres" stamped thereon, patent toe- clips, bell, patch in back tyre about 6 in. long, no mudguards— HERBERT BERKELEY. alias YANE and HORACE LORREQUHER, age 28 to 30, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., well built, complexion fresh, hair ( short) and heavy moustache ( inclined to sandy) brown, pointed at ends, eyes blue, mole on right cheek, sometimes speaks with American accent; dress, brown and grey mixture suit, grey and black plaid tie, fastened to front with a gold wire brooch with name Violetta, white straw hat with pale blue and black band, lace box- calf boots, wearing a gold ring set white stone on right little finger. Has served in the 10th Hussars. Absconded 8th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Elford, Blandford. 2 T H E POLICE GAZETTE. TUESDAY, AUGUST 20, 1901. 12.— Dorchester ( County). — For embezzling £ 33, at Portland — CHARLES SANDERS, age 36, height about 5 ft. 7 in., complexion and hair dark, eyes ( blind in one) grey, wears glasses; dress, blue serge coat and vest, blue . striped trousers, black bowler hat. Had with him a square brown leather bag. A canteen manager ; native of London Warrant issued. 13.— Dorchester ( County).— For neglecting to maintain his wife and children— RICHARD BENJAMIN CRITCHELL, age 30, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion, hair and eyes dark ; dress, dark jacket and vest, brown trousers, dark cap. A native of Dorchester. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Burden, Dorchester. ESSEX. 14.— Romford ( County).— For being concerned with others in custody charged with stealing a horse, cart and harness ( recovered), see Case No. 67— CHARLES WHITE, age 34, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., rather slight build, complexion sallow, sharp features, hair and moustache dark brown ; dress, dark jacket suit, white straw hat with black band, sometimes wears a cap or bowler hat. A low horse dealer; native of Portsmouth. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Creasy, Romford. 15.— Saffron Walden ( County). — For larceny ( lodgings) between ;- i0th June and 6th inst.— F. or E. SAGE, alias SMITH, age 50 to 60, height about 5 ft. 4£ in., stout build, complexion ruddy, hair light ; dress, browntbodice, black skirt, dark bonnet trimmed with '- flowers — LIZZIE SAGE, alias SMITH, age about 30, height about 5 ft. 1\ in., rather stout build, complexion very pale, hair dark, good teeth; dress, pink bodice, fawn skirt, white waist band, white sailor hat. They take lodgings, state they are nurses or dressmakers, commit a larceny, and decamp. May be found at casual wards. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Prvke, Saffron Walden. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 16.— Chipping Campden ( County).— For obtaining food by false pretences— WILLIAM BARTLETT, age 38, height 5 ft. 8 in., rather slight build, complexion pale, hair and moustache dark brown, eyes hazel, slight impediment in speech; dress, blue serge jacket suit, blue tie, brown cap, light boots with square toes. A carpenter ; native of Bloxham, Oxfordshire, Previously convicted at Oxford and Banbury in October and December, 1900, respectively. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Jones, Chipping Campden. HAMPSHIRE. 17.— Aldershot ( County). — For stealing £ 2 18s., 5th inst,— JAMES DIXON, age 24, height 5 ft. 11 in., slight build, complexion fresh, hair dark brown, slight moustache dark, eyes hazel, scar on forehead and left forefinger ; dress, supposed dark blue suit and cap. A painter; native ot' Tory, Aberdeen. Is a deserter from the 2nd Battalion South Wales Borderers. Information to Supt. Hawkins, Aldershot. 18.— Gosport ( County).— For deserting his wife and family— JOHN RILEY, age 38 to 40, height 5 ft. 6£ in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes grey, large cut mark on one forefinger and hand, marks on left breast. A labourer; native of Dromore, Tyrone. May seek employment at coal mines. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Silver, Gosport. 19.— 1Winchester ( City).— For stealing, 31st ult., 2 pictures ( recovered) — F. K. J. CASTLEDON ( supposed false), age about 30, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion dark, full face, hair dark brown, slight moustache and eyes dark ; dress, black morning coat and vest, light check cloth trousers, light plaid tie ( mixed colours), white straw hat with black band, lace boots. Warrant issued. Information to Head Constable Felton, Winchester. 20.— Portsmouth ( Borough).— For obtaining money by a worthless cheque, drawn on the Hong- Kong and Shanghai Bank, Lombard Street, E. C.— F. J. ARMINE, age 20J, height 5 ft., 10| in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes grey ; wearing uniform of the Royal Marine Artillery, from which he is a deserter. A clerk ; native of St. George's, Westminster. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Portsmouth. HERTFORDSHIRE. 21.— Hatfield ( County).— For deserting his wife and children— STEPHEN RACHER, age 32, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., slight build, complexion and hair dark, eyes dark brown, high cheek bones. A groom ; native of Bassingbourn, Cambs. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Reynolds, Hatfield. 22.— Hertford ( County).— For embezzling £ 5 9s.,. 31st ult.— HENRY LEE, age about 28, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fresh, hair dark, eyes blue. A brewer's drayman; native of Baldock. Warrant issued. 23.— Hertford ( County). — For obtaining food and lodgings by false pretences— HARRY WILSON ( supposed false), age 55 to 60, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion, hair ( turning grey), moustache and sid- i whi^ k^ rs dark; dress, old brown overcoat, dark grey trousers, sometimes wears box- cloth gaiters, heavy lace boots, had with him a leather hat box and a portmanteau, " F. W." on brass plate. He represented that he was employed by an American firm to purchase cattle. Warrant issued. Information to Supt, Shore, Hertford. 24.— JHitchin ( County).— Forstealing, 9th ult., a pony ( recovered) — WILLIAM DIMMOCK, age about 26, height 5 ft, 4 or 5 in., slight build, complexion sallow, hair and slight moustache dark, eyes brown ; dress, grey jacket and vest, dark trousers, black and white shepherd's plaid cap, lace boots. A native of Hitchin. May be found in company of low horse dealers. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Reynolds, Hitchin. 25.— Watford ( County).— For stealing, 10th inst., £ 1 4s. 6d.; 1 lion shilling; 2 plain gold wecUling rings ; 1 gold keeper do., 3 stripes and alternate spaces plain WILSON, age about 30, he'ght about 5 ft. 4 in., inclined to be stout, complexion pale, rather full face, hair ( curly in front, thin on top) light brown, clean shaved ; dress, green mixture loose fitting jacket, black or dark blue vest, grey mixture trousers, white crickettiug shirt, linen marked " S. W.," white straw hat with narrow black band, box- calf boots. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Wood, Watford. KENT. 26.— Chatham ( County). — For larceny — THOMAS ALLEN, age 20±', height 5 ft. 4 in., hair dark brown, tattooed shield and outline of flag on chest, bunch of grapes and 2 flags, flowers and cutters right arm, horseshoe, whip, and cross flags left forearm ; dress, black coat, dark striped trousers, grey skull cap, cycling shoes. A seaman. Is a deserter from the 1st Battn. Connaught Rangers. Information to Supt. Sargent, Chatham. 27.— Tonbridge ( County).— For embezzlement— JOHN GEORGE MARTIN, age about 15, height about 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, rather long red nose ; dress, dust coat, light vest, light grey trousers, hard felt hat. lace boots. A native of Southborough,' Kent. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Styles, Tonbridge. 28 — Canterbury ( City).— For stealing, 30th ult., 1 pair of brown leather boots, " 8, C adapted " marked on straps— A MAN, who gave the name of CLAPPERTON, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache light; dress, light grey suit, white straw Alpine hat, wearing 2 gold rings, 1 curb, other set dark stone, on 3rd left finger. He takes apartments, calls on tradesmen, selects articles and asks that th « y may be sent to his lodgings, on receipt of which he decamps. Information to Chief Constable Farmery, Canterbury. LANCASHIRE. 29 — Chorley ( County).— For stealing, 28th ult., at Much Hoole. a bicycle, the " Alert," black enamelled frame, 88 gear, plain gear wheel " 56 " marked on inside, Westwood rims, Woodley. tyres, B. S. A. hubs, bone handle bars, forward higs, rat trap pedals. King of the road lamp attached, no brake or mudguards— CHARLES BOYLE, age about 19, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., slight build, complexion stllow, hair brown, slight moustache light, woman's head tattooed on left arm, 1st and 2nd fingers of right hand deficient ; dress, grey suit, brown peak cap, lace boots. Was employed as an ostler; supposed a native of Preston. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Norris, Chorley. 30.— Kirkham ( County).— For obtaining food and lodgings by false pretences, 20th ult, at Fleetwood— A MAN, name supposed CHARLES SIMPSON, age about 40, height 5 ft. 7 in., stout build, complexion fresh, long features, hair dark brown, heavy moustache dark, of smart appearance; dress, Ldue serge jacket suit, brown iweed cap, brown lace boots, may be wearing a blue dungaree suit. A plumber or fitter. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Omerod, Kirkham. 31.— Widnes ( County).— For obtaining food and lodgings by talse pretences— GERTIE GREY, age about- 23, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes blue: dress, blue costume, 3 white buttons on one breast, 2 on other, black straw hat trimmed black feathers. Warrant issued. Information to Supt, Keighley, Widnes. MIDLOTHIAN. 32.— Edinburgh ( County).— For embezzlement— WILLIAM FYFE, age 45 to 50, height about 6 ft., stout build, complexion, hair, heavy moustache and side whiskers dark, may now be wearing a beard, full face ; dress, old blue serge jacket suit, blue tie, flat crowned hard felt half which he usually wears on the back of his head. A brewer's traveller and collector; native of Midlothian. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Colonel Borthwick, Chief Constable, County Buildings, Edinburgh. MONMOUTHSHIRE. 33. — Newport ( Borough).— For stealing £ 1 14s. 6d , 6tn inst,— ARTHUR TOMBS, alias LONDON, age 31, height 5 ft. 8 in., slight build, complexion sallow, thin features, hair dark brown, eyes ( right nearly closed) blue ; d r e B S , blue serge jacket and vest, light striped trousers, light cloth cap, light lace boots. A native of Great Malvern. May seek employment as an outside porter at shops and hotels. Has been previously convicted at Malvern, Ledbury, and Newport, May be found at common lodging houses. Had in his possession a small American hand organ. Absconded 6th inst. Warrant issued. 34.— Newport ( Borough)— On commitment warrant, having been sentenced to 3 months imprisonment for gaming— JOHN MANNING, age 39, height 5 ft. 6 in., stout build, complexion fresh, hair brown, heavy moustache light brown, small burn mark left breast and left knee, boil mark left hip, pock mark on left shoulder and eyebrow, scar on bridge of nose, stoops slightJy. * A native of Bristol. Frequents race courses. Is fond of the company of low betting men and card sharpers. Information to Head Constable Sinclair, Newport. NORFOLK. 35.— Norwich ( City).— for forging a telegram. thereby obtaining £ l0, 1st inst.— A MAN, age about 35, height 5 ft. 9 in., inclined to be stout, complexion fresh, hair and moustache dark, side whiskers; dress, dark suit, straw or black hard hat. Appearance of a commercial traveller. Information to the Chief Constable, Guildhall, Norwich. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. 36.—. Northampton ( County).— For horsestealing, WILLIAM HITCHENS, alias BUTCHER, age about 50, height about 5 ft. 1.0 in.,, complexion fresh hair ( turning grey), stubby moustache, and eyes dark; dress, grey suit, large pockets, black hard hat, sometimes wears a long, light colour dust coat, brown leather leggings. Appearance of a horse dealer. Is well known to dragsmen, visits horse fairs. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Webster, County Police Office, Northampton. 37.— Northampton ( Borough).— For stealing, 3rd inst., a lady's old gold ring, set 7 turquoise ; I lady's gold keeper, chased, thin and broken ; 1 long gold necklet, small round link pattern, tied in two knots ; 1 long gold neckchain, thin wire link pattern, amethyst heart, and " Baden- Powell^ photograph, pendants ; 1 silver pencil case, a silver cornet, 1 inch long; 2 Jubilee shillings and 1 lion shilling, mounted with small rings— A MAN, age about 35, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion fair, moustache-' light ; dress, light colour jacket and trousers, light cap. He took lodgings, committed a larceny, and decamped. He leit behind 2 large brown leather portmantears ( one of which has been' identified as stolen from the L. & N. W. Railway Station, Northampton), other with initials " W. H. Y." in large black letters thereon, containing paper bag samples, pieces of carpet, and green cloth, 1 small green blind and roller, 1 old brown coat; 1 Oxford shirt, " The Don " inside collar; 1 pair of merino pants, 1 undershirt. Information to the Chief Constable, Northampton. FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 1901. T H E POLICE GAZETTE. 161 PORTRAITS OF PERSONS WANTED. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 40.— D Division .- For converting to his own use a valuable bracelet entrusted to him to dispose of— K. HYMAN, alias HARRY KING, a CITY OF LONDON. 38.— For stealing £ 37 15s. 6id.— SIDNEY S. DAVIS, age about 26, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., hair and moustache black, speaks quickly, of Jewish appearance ; dress, light grey morning coat suit, black bowler hat. A clerk. Absconded 7th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. McWilliam, 26, Old Jewry, E. C. Russian, age 35, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., complexion fair, hair light; dress, black frock coat and vest, silk hat with wide brim ( see Case No. 2, 2nd inst.). Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. RADNORSHIRE. il.— Penybont ( County).— For housebreaking and stealing a gold watch; 1 pair binocular glasses, covered with brown crocodile leather ; and a cheque book, partly used— ARTHUR JAMES EMBREY, age 23, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion fair, hair and slight moustache light, eyes grey ; dress, lavender colour cloth coat and vest, light cap, lace boots, or a dark check suit. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable of Radnorshire, Penybont. STAFFORDSHIRE. 44.— Longton ( County).— For absconding from Werrington Industrial School, 2nd inst. — HENRY JAMES, age 13, complexion fresh, small features, hair light brown, eyes grey, spot between eyes ; dress, black coat and vest, cord trousers, red and black check scarf, black stockings, lace boots. A native of Walsall.— For absconding from Werrington Industrial School, 12th inst. — GEORGE LAMBERT, age 14, complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes blue ; dress, brown cloth jacket and vest, new cord trousers, red and black scarf, dark cap. A native of Haughton Conquet, Beds.— JAMES RENSHAW, age 16, complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, boil scar under left eye; dress, reddish brown cloth jacket, sailor SHROPSHIRE. 42.— Bridgnorth ( County).— For obtaining, by false pretences, at Much Wenlock, 3rd inst., a heather coloured tweed suit; 1 blue grey cloth suit; 1 pair of breeches ; 1 do. leggings ; 2 striped cotton shirts ; 1 blue knot tie ; 1 white straw hat with black band — JOHN GARBETT, age 23, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion sallow, hair ( inclined to sandy) light brown, moustache sandy, eyes grey; dress, grey plaid cloth coat, grey double- breasted vest, light grey trousers, fawn colour soft felt hat, old lace boots. A labourer ; native of Cleobury. Has served in the Army. Has been previously convicted of larceny at Wellington, Wolverhampton, and Shrewsbury. Maybe found working at farmhouses. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Walters, Bridgnorth. 43.— Oswestry ( County).— For embezzlement— GEORGE HENRY DUTTON, age 24, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, slight moustache dark ; dress, black cloth coat and vest, dark mixture trousers, white straw hat with black and red striped band, shoes ; had with him a dark brown dust coat. Was employed as a carter at an ajrated water manufactory. Absconded 8th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Lewis, Owestry. may be wearing a moustache, walks erect, of good clerk to the Urban Council. Supposed a native address. The portrait was taken about 2 years of London. ago, he is now much stouter. May endeavour to Warrant issued. leave the country. Was employed as assistant Information to Supt. Spendlove, Brierley Hill. STAFFORDSHIRE. 39.— Brierley Hill ( County).— For forging and uttering cheques, and stealing money to the amount of £ 900 during the nast 12 months— WILFRED GRIFFIN BUDD, age 26 to 30, height about 5 ft. 8 in., complexion dark sallow, hair dark ( slightly tinged with grey, thin on top), 4 T H E POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, AUGUST 16, 1901. shape, round patch on back, vest to match, cord trousers, red and black scarf, dark blue cap. A native of Oakover, near Ashbourne. A reward of 10s. will be paid by Mr. B. Horth, Superintendent of the Werrington Industrial School for such information as will lead to the arrest of either of the above. Information to Supt. Oakden, Longton. SUFFOLK ( East). 15 .— Halesworth ( County).— For stealing a Waltham silver lever watch and £ 20— THOMAS HARRIES, age about 35, height 5 ft. 9 in., stout build, complexion fair, hair brown, heavy moustache sandy, eyes grey ; dress, blue flannel jacket and vest with white stripes, light tweed trousers, white straw hat with black band. A journeyman painter ; supposed a native of Neath, near Bristol. Accompanied by his wife, and child age 12 months. Warrant issued. Information to Sapt. Andrews, Halesworth. SURREY. 46.— Reigate ( Borough).— For stealing, 6th inst., a silver Geneva watch, open face, " A. and G. Taylor," on dial, bottom No. 22091, brass curb pattern chain attached— WILLIAM SIMMONS, age 19, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion dark, hair and eyes ( slight cast in left) black; dress, dark jacket, grey trousers, dark cap. May be found sleeping out. Information to Head Constable Metcalfe, Redhill. SUSSEX ( East). il.— Hailsham ( County). — For stealing ( bailee), 23rd ult., at Chiddingly, a bicycle ( recovered)— BERTRAM SEABROOK, age 20 ( looks younger), height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion, hair and eyes dark, has a peculiar twitching of eyes; dress, black jacket, dark blue doublebreasted vest, dark striped trousers, white straw hat with black band, lace boots. A native of Stoke Newington. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Willard, Hailsham. 48.— Hastings ( Borough).— For stealing, lst inst,, a roadster safety bicycle, No. " 41639 " on head, makers' Townend Brothers, Coventry, 24 in. frame, 28 in. wheels, Dunlop tyres, flat handle bar, plunging brake front wheel, rat- trap pedals, block chain, no mudguards, black en amelled, usual parts plated, bell and lamp attached — HENRY SMITH, age 19 to 20, height 5 ft. 7 in., slight build, complexion and hair dark, clean shaved; dress, blue serge suit, dark tie, blue skull cap. Appearance of an indoor servant. ( Is identical with man, Case No. 122, 26th ult.) Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Hastings. SUSSEX ( West). 49.— Petworth ( County).— For housebreaking and stealing 1 silver chain with tassel at end, 3 threepenny - pieces attached ; 1 small silver brooch, shape of bow and arrow ; 1 silver brooch, St. Alban's Abbey engraved thereon ; 1 single silver ear- ring, engraved do.; 1 gold toy pistol charm and 1 George III. half- guinea— A MAN, aged 22, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., stout build, complexion fresh, slight moustache dark ; dress, grey pepper and salt suit, light cloth cap, wearing black leggings, carried a walking- stick. ( Is identical with A. Turner, Case No. 12, 5th ult.) Information to Supt. Read, Petworth. 52.— Swindon ( County).— For stealing, 8th inst., a new " Hudson " bicycle, No. 36158, black enamelled, usual parts plated, 26 in. frame, 28 in. wheels, rubber pedals, front plunger brake, back mudguard slightly bent, cyclometer, small Lucas bell, bag containing oil can and repairing outfit attached— A MAN, age 23 to 25, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion and hair dark; dress, dark jacket and vest, blue serge trousers, dark cap, red socks, lace boots. Warrant issued. 53.— Swindon ( County). — For larceny — A MAN, age about 40, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., rather stout build, complexion and hair dark; dress, brown tight- fitting cord trousers and vest, brown cap, heavy boots. Carried a slop ; appearance of a navvy. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Robinson, Swindon. WO ROES TERSHIRE. 51.— Malvern ( Comity).— For stealing, 23rd ult., a silver watch and chain ( recovered)— FRED BIRD, age about 20, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion fresh ( freckled), hair light brown or sandy, clean shaved, top of right forefinger missing, of smart appearance; dress, dark jacket, brown vest, grey trousers, plaid tie, grey cap, brown boots. States he is a native of Oxford. May endeavour to obtain employment at printers or as a potman at hotels. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Harrison, Malvern. 55.— Worcester ( County).— For stealing a pony— Expiree GEORGE DAY, alias ARTHUR THOMPSON, Office No. 3742- 97, age 48, height 5 ft. 6 in., ' complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes grey ; cut scar left side top of head, left cheek, right side neck, outside right hand, front right shin, both big ioe nails deformed, brown mole outside right forearm. A shoemaker ; native of Feckenham. Sentenced at Worcester County Sessions, 2nd April, 1894, to 5 years penal servitude for larceny. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Wasley, Worcester. WARWICKSHIRE. 50. — Aston Manor ( County). — For obtaining 10s. by a worthless cheque, drawn on Messrs. Edward Yates & Co., Bankers, 45, Castle Street, Liverpool — JOSEPH SAMUEL STADDON, age 54, height 5 ft., complexion, hair ( turning grey), and eyes ( slight cast in right) dark, bushy eyebrows, prominent nose stoops slightly when walking, abscess scars on back; dress, round dark jacket suit, usually carries an umbrella. Stated he was an American. He takes apartments, stays a few weeks, then decamps without paying for same. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Hannah, Aston Manor. YORKSHIRE ( East Riding). 56— Bridlington ( County).— For housebreaking, between 19th and 23rd ult.— HENRY ROWLEY, alias DENHAM and BAKER, age about 35, height about 5 ft. 6 in., stiff build, complexion fresli, hair ( frizzy both sides) and moustache brown, swinging gait-; dress, brownish colour suit and cap, brown boots or shoes. A street and sand artist. Has served in the Army, Stays at common lodging houses. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Cooper, Bridlington. YORKSHIRE ( North Riding). 57.— Leyburn ( County).— For obtaining £ 3 by false pretences, at Masham, 20th ult.— JOHN ROACH, an Irishman, age 26, height 5 ft. 7 or in., complexion fresh, hair brown, moustache light brown ; dress, dark jacket, double- breasted cord vest, moleskin trousers, brown cap, strong lace boots. May be found working on farms, ironworks, or as a bricklayer's labourer. Sleeps in outbuildings. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Archer, Leyburn. 62.— Bradford ( City).— For gross indecency - ARNOLD WHITTAKER, age 25, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, full face, hair and moustache brown, eyes blue; well dressed. A litho artist; native of Bradford. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. 63.— Bradford ( City).— For stealing from his lodgings, a lady's silver watch ; 1 gold Albert; gold medal ; 1 9 ct. knot ring ; 1 brooch— A MAN, who gave the name of HARRY SMITH, age 22 or 23, height 5 ft. 3| in., hair and eyes brown, very large nose; dress, brown coat and vest, green mixture trousers, check cap, lace boots. He stated that he was in the employ of the Midland Railway Company. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to theChief Constable, Town Hall, Bradford. 64.— Leeds ( City).— For obtaining a cheque for £ 10 by false pretences— ROBERT BERTRAM, alias PARKINSON, age 35 to 38, height 5 ft. 7 in., rather round shouldered, complexion fair, hair and moustache light, scar across bridge of nose, supposed consumptive. — EYELYN M. PARKINSON, alias COCKY, age about 24, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion sallow, hair dark ; dress, Scotch plaid dress trimmed light blue velvet, white straw hat trimmed black ribbon and red roses. Is believed to have been an asylum attendant. Begging letter imposters. Warrant issued. Information to Major Tarry, Chief Constable, City Police, Leeds. 65.— York [ City).— For obtaining goods by false pretences ( recovered)— F. L. BEDSMORE, age about 30, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion swarthy, hair ( curly and cut short) black, slight moustache dark, of good address blue ribbed morning coat suit. Absconded 24th ult. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, York. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. dress, dark A canvasser. DORSETSHIRE. 66.— Weymouth ( Borough). — Remanded till 19th inst., for picking pockets— CHARLES MAY, alias JOHN. JONES, age 64, height 5 ft., thick set, complexion fresh, hair ( bald on top), beard, whiskers and moustache grey, eyes blue, small wart top of head, right side, small boil mark left side of right nipple, centre of right leg and below left knee ; dress, brown mixture suit, black bowler hat, lace boots. He travels the country selling recipes for rheumatism, & c. States he has been previously convicted. Photograph can be seen on application. Information to Chief Constable Eacock, Weymouth . WILTSHIRE. 51.— Swindon ( County).— For obtaining money by fraud— ADA COOPER ( supposed false), age about 35, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., thick set, complexion fresh, full face, hair dark; dress, brown skirt, dark brown blouse, flower pattern, white sailor hat with black band, sometimes wears a greenish cloak. Warrant issued. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 58.— Bradford ( City).- Yor embezzlement — NELSON LITTLE, age 45, height about 5 ft. 6 in., stiff build, full face, moustache ginger; dress, blue serge suit, hard felt hat, lace boots. A gardener. - , Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. 5 9 . — B r a d f o r d ( City).— For unlawful wounding— TOM BREARTON, age 45, height 5 ft. 7 in., stout build, complexion dark, hair ( slightly bald) and eyes brown ; dress, black shooting coat and trousers, old boots. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. 60 — Bradford ( City).— For illegally pawning a violin— WALTER LAWTON, age 28, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., hair and moustache dark, L tattooed on left wrist, 2 left toes deficient; dress, black suit, billycock hat, lace boots. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. 61 .— Bradford ( City).— For embezzlement — EDWARD NICHOLLS, age 24 or 25, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion and hair dark, slight moustache black, eyes brown, good teeth, speaks loudly ; dress, navy blue suit, dark tie, black hard felt hat, lace boots, usually wears a cap. A plumber Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. ESSEX. 67.— R o m fo r d ( County). — Remanded, charged with stealing, 9th inst., a horse, cart, and harness ( recovered}— WILLIAM FENNER, alias LONG BILL, age 30'\ looks older), height 6 ft:, complexion pale, sharp features, hair brown, eyes blue, mole left cheek, 4 dots tattooed right forearm, feet defoimed, walks with a stick, leans to left side dress, brown mixture tweed suit, grey cap with 4 eyelet holes, large boots. A low horsedealer ; native of London.— JAMES MEZEN, age 24, height 5 ft. 5 | in , complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes hazel, small scars on right cheek and centre of forehead, nose bent; dress, stable suit and cap. A groom. Both supposed wanted elsewhere. Information to Supt. Creasy, Rqpiford. . — * * GLOUGES TERSHIRE. 68 — Staple Hill ( County):— Sentenced 9th inst., to 3 months imprisonment for larceny — ARTHUR WATSON, alias BRUMMY, age about 30, height 5 ft. 9| in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, scar right forearm; dress, blue serge suit, plaid cap, button boots. States he is a native of Perry Bar, near Birmingham. Supposed previously convicted and wanted elsewhere. Information to Supt. Cooke, Staple Hill. HAMPSHIRE. 69. — Bournemouth ( County). — Remanded, charged with larceny ( person)— GEORGE HOPKINS, age 22, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes blue, 3 scars and 3 blue dots right forearm, 2 scars on lst and 2nd right fingers, ring left forearm,- half ring on 2nd left finger, 2 scars and blue mark left shoulder FRIDAY, AUGUST 16, 1901. T H E POLICE GAZETTE. 5 blade, 3 scars left kne 2 on right knee, 1 on left shin ; dress, dark brown Check suit, black and white tie, grey check cap, brown buuoa boots. A costermonger.— JOHN SMITH, age 23, height 5 ft. 2 j in., complexion fresh, hair ( curly) brown, eyes hazel, indistinct J. T., anchor, M. H., and 7 dots left forearm, 2 scars right forearm, 1 on right shin, mole left shoulder blade ; dress, grey suit, black and white bow tie, black hard felt hat, button boots. A bookbinder. Appearance of race course followers. State they have recently visited Birmingham, Torquay, and Teignmouth. Information to Supt. Foster, Bournemouth. 70.— F a r e h a m ( County).— Committed for trial at next Hants Quarter Sessions, charged with shopbreaking and larceny— JAMES GRKGORY, age 64, height 5 ft. 4£ in., complexion sallow, hair ( turning grey) black, eyes blue, mole right cheek, left instep has been fractured ; dress, dark coat and vest, light tweed trousers, hard felt hat, lace boots. A native of Winchester.— , Expiree GEORGE GRAY, alias GEORGE SIMS, TOM WILSON, FREDK. JOYCE, and HY. BROCKER, Office No. 3247- 96, age 61, height 5 ft. 7 | in., complexion fresh, hair grey, eyes hazel, 2 moles right side neck, scar right buttock, varicose veins left leg; dress, blue trousers, white shirt, red silk neckerchief, brown soft hat, lace boots ( all old). Sentenced at Berks Sessions, Reading, 13th October, 1890, to 5 years penal servitude for larceny, in the name of FREDERICK JOYCE, has since been convicted at Richmond and Banbury. Information to Supt. Hack, Fareham. SUSSEX ( East). 71.— Lewes ( County).— Committed for trial at next Quarter Sessions for burglary— WILLIAM WARNER, age 41, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion and hair dark, blind left eye, fiat nose ; dress, old dark jacket and vest, brown cord trousers, old lace boots. A quarry labourer. Information to Supt. Stevens, Lewes. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 72.— F Division.— 8th inst., a wicker plate basket containing 24 larg* silver forks; 12 do. table. spoons; 18 do. dessert spoons; 12 do. forks ; 2 do. gravy ladles ; 2 do. gravy spoons ; l'do. soup ladle ; 1 do. salad spoon and fork; 2 do. pickle forks ; 2 do. horse radish forks ; 1 do. bread fork ( 1 prong broken), all have " N. R. J." in monogram on handles ; 6 plated dessert forks ; 1 do. marrow spoon ; 2 pairs do. knife rests ( all Queen's pattern). 10th inst., 12 gold rings ( 2 large, set diamond ; 1 half- hoop, set diamond and sapphire ; 2 half- hoop, set 5 diamonds; 1 set diamond and emeralds, " Fefi 1898," engraved inside; 1 set 3 large rubies, gipsy setting; 1 set 3 large diamonds, gipsy setting; 1 gold buckle, opens, " Sweetheart " engraved therein ; 2 set turquoise ; 1 plain); 6 gold pins ( 1 shape of puss- in- boots, set diamonds, ruby eyes; 1 do. pearl, 1 do. plain knob ; 1 plain, stone deficient; 1 set diamond and rubies; 1 plain); 2 gold watches ( 1 lady's English half- hunter keyless lever, " The Abbey, Leek, Staffordshire," engraved inside ;. 1 small, French make, set pearls around dial and back, blue enamel in centre of back); 3 ( gold bracelets ( 2 plain, with clasp fastenings; 1 curb); 1 pair diamond earrings, set single stone ; 1 gold chain, 2 gold seals attached, Lion rampant on one, " T. F." on other; 1 gold necklet, set pearls; 1 gold heart, set carbuncle, surrounded with small diamonds; 2 long gold studs, engraved, set oval carbuncle; 1 diamond pendant, small gold loop, can be used as a brooch, set in silver, 38 or 39 diamonds, large one, in centre, small gold chain safety pin attached ; 1 brooch shape of a tortoise, set emeralds and . diamonds; 1 silver tea spoon, " G. S." engraved thereon ; 8 George IV. 5s. pieces; a Jubilee 5s piece ; 1 do. 4s. piece; and 1 do. 2s. 73.— N Division.— 2nd inst., by house- ' breaking, a gold aigrette, set brilliants; 1 gold brooch, shape of a bunch of mistletoe, 5 leaves, set 5 pearls as berries ; 1 do , shape of a fish hook, in. long; 1 do. bracelet, chased, J in. wide, clasp fastening ; 1 do. neck chain, gold heart, set red stone in centre, attached; 1 lady's do. pin, about the size of a pea, set ruby, surrounded with pearls; 1 gold ring, sot emerald in claw setting ; 1 do, buckle ring, bent and cracked ; 1 do. scarf ring, oblong shape, square white enamelled dice in centre, " G " over, a square and compass pendant attached; 1 do. heart shaped brooch, red harp in centre, set paste diamonds ; 1 silver English lever watch, no hands, engine turned case, maker supposed John Pitt; 2 hair brushes, ebony backs, one without handle, monogram " A. T. W." in silver on back of one, " C. H. D." on back of other. 74.— N Division.— 5th inst., by housebreaking, a gold brooch, heart shape, crescent in centre, set pearls; 4 ladies' gold rings ( 1 half hoop, set 3 rubies and 2 diamonds ; 1 heart shape, set diamond in centre ; 1 small dress, set rubies and pearls; 1 twisted pattern); 1 lady's gold double case hunter, " Forget- me- not" engraved on outer case. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. DERBYSHIRE. £ 100 REWARD. 75.— Chapel- en- le- Frith ( County).— 30th ult., from an hotel at Buxton, a gold bracelet, opal and diamond hoop band, alternate stone, large opals, small diamonds; 1 do. thick band, large rose diamond in centre, pearls each side, a number of small pearls double, blue enamel surrounding pearls; 2 flexible do., fancy chain, inch deep, fastened with clasp, both safety chains broken; 1 large gold diamond and sapphire dagger, about 7 in. long, hair ornament, chain full length of dagger; 1 large gold diamond ring, 3 large stones, half hoop, claw setting ; 1 gold do., 3 stones, half hoop, claw setting; 1 do., large single diamond, ribbed hoop ; 1 gold sapphire and diamond ring, cluster of 3 sapphires surrounded by small diamonds; 1 large gold opal pendant, can be worn as brooch, detachable pin, large opal, diamonds set trefoil all round; 1 long gold brooch, set diamonds, rubies, and sapphires, pin loose, much worn ; 1 gold bar brooch, clover leaf in diamonds, 3 stones; 1 do., single diamond; 1 long gold do., set 5 large diamonds, claw setting, knife edge design; 1 thick gold necklet, about | in. deep, lengthening piece attached by an ordinary clasp ; 1 large gold diamond crescent brooch; 1 gold opal fly brooch, pearl wings; 1 gold scroll brooch, round opal in centre, diamond each side, about If in. long ; 2 gold diamond studs ; 2 gold pearl studs ; 1 gold collar stud ; 1 gold fob chain, with large gold seal and 3 stones ; 1 silver card case, containing cards " Mr. and Mrs. John Slater, The Serpentine, Blundellsands"; an ordinary canvas bank bag and a wash leather bag containing about £ 8. The above reward will be paid by Mr. John Slater, The Serpentine, Blundellsands, Liverpool, to any person giving such information as will lead to the apprehension and conviction of the thief or thieves, and the recovery of the property, or in proportion to the amount recovered. Information to Supt. Gill, Chapel- en- le- Frith, via Stockport. ESSEX. 76.— Saffron Walden ( County). — l l th inst., by shopbreaking at Newport, 2 pneumatic cycle tyres, newly covered with rubber, lined with white canvas ; 4 inner tubes ; 1 bag of old india- rubber. Information to Supt. Pryke, Saffron Walden. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. £ 5 REWARD. 77— Cheltenham ( County).— 5th inst., a bicycle, nearly new, the " Million," by Stretton's, Ltd.. Cheltenham, No. 2152, Clincher tyres, free wheel, 1 hub brake, 1 lim do., nickel- plated wheels, green lined, rat- trap pedals, gear case, no mudguards, straight handle bars, rubber grips, Christie's saddle, and acetylene lamp The Cetolite." Information to Supt. Hopkins, Cheltenham, by whom the above reward will be paid to any person giving such information as will lead to the apprehension and conviction of the thief or thieves, and the recovery of the bicycle. HAMPSHIRE. IS.— Bournemouth ( County).— 10th inst., a cash box, black with gold lines, containing a bank book, No. 155, on the Wilts & Dorset Bank ; 1 cheque, No. A 14224, for £ 2 12s. 6d., on the Wilts & Dorset Bank, signed John Clark Webber, payable to S. Maeer; 1 cheque book on the Wilts & Dorset Bank, Nos. 14071 to 14100, inclusive, issued at the Lansdowne, Bournemouth Branch— By TWO MEN, 1st, age 20 to 30, height about 5 ft, 2 in., complexion dark ; dress, black or blue serge suit; 2nd, age 20 to 30, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion pale ; dress, dark suit, white straw hat. Information to Supt. Foster, Bournemouth. 79— Portsmouth ( Borough).— 27th ult., a dark grey rain Talma coat, yoked back and front, " Callecott, Birmingham" on tab, black lining ; 1 black alpaca umbrella, American make, iron stick, black crook handle, 2 small holes in cover. 2nd inst,, 2 tennis rackets, " Slocums, Junior" thereon ; 1 new cricket bat, m iker " Vaughun," fewdentsnear splice, rubber handle, Hargreaves" on bat; 1 nearly new do., light colour, rubber handle, bound at bottom; 1 new do., stamped " Hargreaves"; 1 pair buckskin boots with hob nails ; I canvas shirt; 1 blue and white sash. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Portsmouth. 80 — Southampton ( Borough).— 12th inst., a " Beeston " humber safety bicycle, 27- in. frame, black enamelled with red stripe, brazeless joints. Duplex front forks, upturned handle bars, free wheel, rim brake front, band brake hind wheel, transfer on head and mudguards, No. 74973 on head, Brooks's B 90 saddle. Information to the Chief Constable, Southampton. LANCASHIRE. 81.— Blackpool ( Borough).— 5th inst,, a " James" bicycle, flat forward lug handle bar, small bell attached, 24- in. frame, back down stays slightly indented, rat- trap pedals, tangent front wheel, solid rim, fitted with basket pattern Dunlop tyre, semi- tangent back wheel with jointless hollow rim, disc adjoining hub, smooth Dunloptyre — By A MAN, age about 34, height about 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fair, hair and moustache light sandy; dress, f awn colour suit.— A " Bradbury " bicycle, 80f gear, 24- in. frame, forward lug well dropped handle bar ( recently plated), wooden handles with red ends, clock- work bell, tangent front wheel, solid rim, smooth Dunlop tyre, tangent back wheel, jointless hollow rim, Dunlop tyre, rat- Jrap pedals with toe clips, saddle pillar reversed and lengthened— By A MAN, age about 34, height about 5 ft. 5 in., stiff build, complexion dark, moustache black ; dress, blue serge suit. 82.— Blackpool ( Borough).— 3rd inst., a gold half- hunter watch, " A. C. P." on outside case, " 1890 " on inner case ; gold double Albert, thick bar pattern, with gold locket, shield shape, " R. to A." and " 1900 " engraved thereon, attached. Information to Chief Constable Derham, Blackpool. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. 83.— Peterborough ( City).— Between 4th and 7th inst., 1 gold brooch, horseshoe and whip pattern, set diamonds and sapphires ( 2 missing at top); 1 gold pin, bar pattern, set blue stones ( 1 missing); 1 do., sailor knot pattern; 2 silver dessert spoons, monogram '' W. R." ; 1 long silver brooch ; 2 gold front studs, chased ; 1 pair bog oak bracelets, shamrock pattern ; 1 gold dress ring, set 3 pearls ( 1 missing) ; 1 gold keeper ( broken); and £ 1 12s. 10d., including a jubilee shilling, 2 sixpences, 2 fourpenny pieces, and an old twopenny copper coin. Information to Chief Constable Lawson, Peterborough. SHROPSHIRE. 84.— Whitchurch ( County).— 10th inst., a collecting box for Dr. Banardo's Homes— By A YOUTH, age about 18, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., thin features, hair dark brown ; dress, dark coat and vest, grey cloth trousers, peak cap, green with blue stripe, brown boots blacked over. Information to Supt. Edge, Whitchurch. STAFFORDSHIRE. 85.— Lichfield ( County).— 7th inst., at Shenstone, a " Raleigh Gazelle" safety bicycle, No. 73241 stamped on lug near seat pillar, 26- in. frame, free wheel, Bowden brake, half- in. pitch chain wheels, 80 gear, Clipper Reflex tyres, plated and green rims, flat handle bars, rat- trap pedals. Information to Supt. Barrett, Lichfield. SUSSEX ( East). 86.— Eastbourne ( Borough).— 2nd inst., a yellow metal demi- hunterjwatch ; 1 white- metal open face stop watch, Swiss make ; 1 double 18 ct. twisted fetter fancy chain, with drop piece, 1 9 ct. gold charm attached. Between 10th and 12th inst., a plasterer's laying trowel, 2 cut marks in handle ; 1 wooden hawk, about 18 in. square ; 2 pairs scissors ( 1 12 in., 1 7 in.) ; 1 brass edge rule. Information to Aiajor Teale, Chief Constable, Eastbourne. 87.— Hove( Borough).— 10th inst., by burglary, a small carriage clock, set with mother- o'- pearl, gold mounts, maker " Le Roy, Bond Street, London"; 1 silver sugar basin, claw and ball feet, King George pattern : 1 silver hammered sugar basin, 2 plain bands; 2 small silver cruets; 1 silver sugar sifter; 1 silver cigar box, cedar wood lining; 1 silver cigarette case, with initials " T. H. I." ; 2 plain silver pepper boxes ; 1 Kruger sixpence ; 1 shagreen match box with silver top ; 1 shagreen compass box with silver top ; 1 small plated salver, with initials " G. C." ; 1 small silver 4 THE POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, AUGUST 16, 1901. stamp box, crystal glass at top, set in silver ; 4 small silver salt cellars, stands on small balls; 4 silver salt spoons; 2 small spoons ; 1 " Queen of Holland " gold medal; 1', brown leather handbag, " T. H. Ionides, 8, Holland Villas Road, Kensington, London," on a small plate ; 1 Russian silver chain, with knife, round cameo brooch, minature in green enamel set in gold, attached. Information to Major Toevan, Chief Constable, Hove. YORKSHIRE ( East Riding). 88.-— Hull ( City).— Between 20th and 22nd ult., by shopbreaking, 1 18 ct. gold horseshoe pin, with platinum bit across ; 1 gold opal pin, can be used as a stud ; 1 gold claw pin, set carbuncles ; 1 silver pin, set diamonds, shape of a duck ; 1 gold lever watch, T. C. on back; 1 silver Geneva watch. 22nd inst., 12 dessert knives and forks, ivory handles, in walnut case; 12 do., plain ivory handles, in walnut case ; 1 pair fish carvers, ivory handles, trowel pattern, in walnut case ; 1 do., small plain ivory handles; 6 plated spoons and tongs, in leather case; 6 dessert knives and forks, ivory handles, engraved blades; 4 plated salts and spoons, in leather case ; 12 plated knives and forks, pearl handles, in walnut case ; 12 pairs fish knives, carved ivory handles, engraved blades, in case; 6 pairs dessert knives, plain handles, engraved blades, in case ; 1 pair of nut crackers and corkscrew, in morocco case ; 1 pair fish carvers, stag handles, in case; 1 do., plain ivory handles, in case ; 1 plated spoon and fork, in morocco case ; 23 large plated forks; 1 knife, spoon, and fork ( knife handle ivory, spoon and fork plated) ; 12 plated spoons and tongs, plain ; 12 pairs fish eaters, ivory handles, in oak case ; 1 pair do., pearl handles, in leather case ; 1 pair dessert knives, ivory handles, in case; 1 pair do., pearl handles ; 1 marble clock, black and yellow plinths, all marked " J. D. S.," some " Dixon " and a bugle. Between 4th and 5th inst., by shopbreaking, a 9 ct. gold keyless Geneva watch, 0/-/- inside of outer case ; 1 silver lever watch, 0/-/- on inside of outer case ; 1 silver keyless Geneva, 7/-/- on inside of outer case ; 1 9 ct. gold guard, belcher pattern ; 1 do., Albert; 1 do.. West End pattern, with seal mounted with a lion shilling and topaz ; 1 do.; 16 9 ct. gold seals and medals with double sides, raised centres; 8 T. & H. gold cased Alberts, curb and fancy patterns; 2 lady's 9 ct. gold tassel Alberts ( 1 with 3 strands and 6 balls, other has a slide in centre); 39 lsdies' 9 ct. gold dress rings, set common stones; 5 do., 18 ct. dress rings ( 1 set 5 diamonds, claw setting, marked C/-/-; 1 set 3 sapphires and 4 d amonds, marked C/-/-; 1 set diamonds and opals, claw setting ; 1 set 5 diamonds, gipsy setting, marked d/-/-; 1 set diamond and ruby, gipsy setting, marked oh/ h) ; 33 22 ct. gold wedding rings ; 24 9 ct. do.; 18 9 ct. gold keeper rings, Hat, oval, chased, & c.; 17 9 ct. gold signet rings, some set ruby doublets, hollow; 1 small 15 ct. do., set red and brown stone; 1 9 ct. gold curb bracelet, with lock attached ; 20 new silver medals, gold centres; 8 silver seals, red and green stones; 25 silver Alberts, curb and fancy patterns. All new and marked with one or more of the following: — o d g c 4 h s. 89.— Hull ( City).— Between 9th March last and 5th inst., an 18 ct. gold fly back keyless, hunting stop, repeater, and calendar watch, No. 430043 ; 1 lady's silver Geneva watch, No. 1546 and 172; 1 silver English lever, No. 21650 ; 1 silver lever, No. 281; 1 18 ct. gold hunting lever, No. 45591; 1 lady's silver Geneva. No. 1103354 or 10999; 1 ditto, No. 6174; 1 ditto oxydised keyless, No. 114226; 1 silver lever, No. 490064 ; 1 lady's silver Geneva, No. 11179; 1 silver lever, No.' 439175; 1 lady's silver Geneva, No. 52012 ; 1 silver Waltham lever, No. 10480 w; 1 18 ct. gold Geneva, No. 4735; 1 lady's silver keyless, No. 80702 ; 1 silver Geneva hunter, No. 271816; 1 silver lever, No. 47155; 1 lady's silver Swiss Geneva, No. 631532 ; 1 silver English lever, No. I I O J O I ; 1 gold keyless, No. 68777. Information to Captain Gurney, Chief Constable, Hull. PROPERTY FOUND. PROPERTY RECOVERED. 91— Dover 82,26th ult. KENT. ( Borough).— Bicycle, Case No. ANIMALS, & c., STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 92.— p Division.— 11th inst., at Catford, a chestnut horse pony, age 8 to 10 years, 12 hands 1 in., saddle marked, thick set, slightly lame on near fore leg, stump of tail slightly raw, long mane and tail. In good condition. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard. S. W. CITY OF LONDON. 93.— 2nd inst., a bright bay mare, 5 years, 15 hands, face and hind fetlocks white, off hind fetlock swollen, blistered inside both knees; a set of silver- plated harness, " C. P.," thereon; and a Stratford cart, painted dark green. Information to Supt. McWilliam, 26 Old Jewry, E. C. APPREHENSIONS. 91.— Metropolitan Police District, N Division.— GEORGE EDWARDS, Case No. 6, 26th ult. M.- Aryshire, Ayr ( County).— THOMAS E. SPICK, alias CLAY, & c., Case No. 28, 29th March last. 96. — Gloucestershire, Bristol ( City).— WILLIAM KING, Case No. 22,12th ult. 97. — Hampshire, Southampton ( Borough).— HENRY SCOREY, Case No. 14, 9th inst. 9 8 . — H a m p s h i r e , Southampton ( Borough).— HENRY ASHDOWN, Case No. 28, 18th January last, 99.— Kent, Canterbury ( City).— JAMES EDWARD PICKERING, Case No. 23, 9th inst. 1 0 0 . — L a n c a s h i r e , Manchester ( City).— Expiree JOHN ANDERSON, Office No. 1387- 98, Case No. 42, 20th January, 1899. 101. — Shropshire, Bridgnorth ( County).— THOMAS BROMLEY, Case No. 31, 24th May last. 102.— Shropshire, Oswestry ( County) - JAMES LEAKE, No. 31, 9th inst. 1 0 3 . — S u s s e x ( East), Lewes ( County). — GLADYS ROBERTS, Case No. 34, 9th inst., and property recovered. 101.- Suss ex ( East), Uckfleld ( County). — FREDERICK BANNISTER, Case No. 47, 24th May last. 105.— Wiltshire, Salisbury ( County), ROBERT DAVIS, Case No. 41,12th ult. LANARKSHIRE. 107.— Glasgow ( City).— For failing to report, Licence Holder LORETO PALOMBO, age 36, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion dark, hair black, eyes brown. A native of Caserta, Italy. Has been employed as an artist's model. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Glasgow. WILTSHIRE. 90.— Swindon ( County).— 7th inst. ( supposed stolen), a " Premier" H bicycle, green enamelled, much worn, straight handle bars, cork ends, saddle, rat- trap pedals, no brake or mudguards, bag, containing usual outfit, attached. Information to Supt. Robinson, Swindon. LATEST INFORMATION. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 106.— c Division.— For obtaining goods and money by worthless cheques, LIVINGSTONE W, N. THOMPSON, age about 25, height 5 ft. 10 in, complexion fair, hair brown ; dress, dark grey tweed morning coat suit, silk hat. A native of Kindlestone, Delgany, Wicklow. Is a Lieutenant of the Royal Field Artillery, Topsham Barracks. Exeter. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. LANCASHIRE. 108.— Skerton ( County) — For obtaining £ 2 4s. by false pretences, 8th inst., at Morecambe — PETER TERRONI, alias WILSON, an Italian, age about 25, slight build, complexion sallow, heavy moustache dark ; dress, light grey knicker suit, light soft felt hat, brown stockings and boots, carried a black mackintosh and hand bag with " Oban " thereon. Stays at first- class hotels. He calls on ice cream vendors, obtains orders and money for same in advance, gives a receipt and absconds. May have in his possession catalogues, papers and bills with " Luigi Terroni, wine and provision importer, & c., Summer Street, Hatton Garden, London, E. C." thereon. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Barnett, Skerton, near Lancashire. PERSON IN CUSTODY. BERKSHIRE. 109.— Hunger ford ( County).— Committed for trial at next assizes for sacrilege— ALBERT EDWARD PULLEN, age 21, height 5 ft. 2\ in., complexion dark, hair and moustache dark brown, eyes grey, cut mark right temple ; dress, old blue serge jacket and vest, grey vest, grey cloth trousers with small stripes, brown cap, old lace boots. A painter, supposed a native of Bristol. Information to the Chief Constable of Berkshire, or to Supt. Legg, Hungerford. PROPERTY STOLEN. HAMPSHIRE. HQ-— Portsmouth ( Borough).— 8th inst., a first grade 1901 " Raleigh " bicycle, No. 5 pattern, No. 75,898 on seat lug, Dunlop tyres, free wheel, 70 gear, 26 in. frame, enamelled gear case " Raleigh" transfer thereon, enamelled black, Raleigh- Bowden brakes with reversible levers on handle bar, rubber pedals, Brooks's B 24 saddle with plated springs, brown tool bag " E. L. Hardcastle " thereon, bell, pump, and cyclometer attached. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Portsmouth. ANIMALS, & c., STOLEN. KENT. I l l— Sevenoaks ( County).— 14th inst., at Riverhead, a dark bay carriage gelding, about 16£ hands, age 7 years, blind right eye, hair recently rubbed off hocks and forehead. Two men with a cart, grey cob and the stolen horse were seen driving in the direction of London. Information to Supt. Taylor, Sevenoaks. APPREHENSIONS. 112.— Metropolitan Police District, Criminal Investigation Department.— FRANZ VON BERGER, alias BORGES, & c., Case No. 1,17th May last. 113.— City of London.— CARL PETER" SEN SEKJER, Case No. 5, 14th June last. 111.— Devonshire, Exeter ( County).— ALBERT ALFRED TURNER, Case No. 14, 28th June last. LO » DON : PBIHTISD i o » His Mi/ MT*" s 8 * 4 T | o r a r O m m r r J. / . KHWKHB * Qo„ LTD., M, VJOTOM* STJURRT, S. W. s 83, Knr « WIILIIH STBMT, B. C.; i « n> H i u u u u Wowra, 8.1. SOUS