GAZETTE PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY; NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 1901. VOL. XVIII., No. 1866. 1. All announcement! for insertion in the POLICE GAZUTTB, and all communicationrelating to them, should be addressed to THE EDITOR OP THE POLICE GAZETTE. NEW SCOTLAND YARD, LONDON, S/ VV. 2. Particulars concerning persons u- hose apprehension is sought trill he inserted in one issue of the POLICE GAZETTE, if they are su fficient to enable action to be taken upon them, by another force. 3. Particulars as to stolen property will be likewise inserted in one issue, if sufficient to enable the article, in question to he 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. 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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 Letters relating to criminal business addressed by other Police Forces to Scotland Yard, are very frequently delayed, owing to the envelopes con- taining them being directed incorrectly or inade- quately. 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.— Convict Supervision Office.— For failing to report,— Licence- holder CHARLES WALKER, alias PETER JOHN, and JAMES BIRMINGHAM, Office No. 2659- 01, age 56, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh, hair grey, eyes blue, scar both eyebrows, bridge of nose, inside left knee, and outside left calf, numerous small scars top of right shoulder, brown birthmark right buttock. A tailor ; native of Wolverhampton. Sentenced at Manchester City Sessions, 7th Dec- ember, 1898, to 3 years penal servitude and rem- anet of a former sentence for warehousebreaking. Liberated on licence, 27th September last, which expires 2nd September, 1902. x F M Y 721. Reported on leaving London, 21st ult., his inten- tion of proceeding to 13, Hall Street, Pendleton, Manchester. Can be dealt with in any Police District in which he may be fonnd. 2.— C Division.— For stealing, 4th inst., from a jeweller's shop, a flush set gold gipsy ring, set sapphire and 2 brilliants, 4811. E/./• scratched thereon ; 1 do., set ruby and 2 brilliants, star set, 4830, n/ i; 1 do., set catseye, 5312, i/ n/-; 1 do., set ruby and 2 brilliants, 5407, E/ R/.; 1 do., set sapphire opalescent, 5575, S/ E/.; 1 do., set sap- phire intaglio, 6012. S/- Y/.; 1 do., set ruby and 2 brilliants, 6016, S/ Rl/.; 1 do., 6208, S/ n/.; 1 do., set emeralds and 2 brilliants, 6036, S RE/.; 1 do., chrysoprase intaglio, 6094, O/ Ra/.; 1 do., set ruby and 2 brilliants, 6231, Sx/-/- ; 1 do., set 3 brilliants ( hammered), 6292, 1/ s/.; 1 do., set ruby and 2 brilliants, 6388, E/-/-; 1 do., 6390, E/- E/-; 1 do., set white sapphire, 6396, R/ d/-; 1 do., set turquoise in red gold, 6541, S/-/- ; 1 do., set brilliant, 6544, N/ Ra/-; 1 do., set jargoon. 6583/ 0/-/-; 1 do., set catseye, 6933, E/-/ A MAN, age about 35, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion pale, cheeks sunken, round face, high forehead, large head, hair dark ; wear- ing long dark overcoat, light tie with imitation emerald and diamond marquise pin, black hard felt hat. Supposed a native of Germany. 3 — K Division.— For stealing a quantity of bread, 31st ult.— JAMES THREADWELL, age 25, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion ruddy, long thin face, hair dark brown, moustache light, eyes blue, twitches both eyes, wears glasses when reading ; dress, dark tweed jacket and vest, light trousers, black tie, black hard felt hat ( which he usually wears at back of head). A baker's carman ; native of Stratford. Absconded 31st ult. Warrant issued. 4,— K Division.— For stealing ( bailee), lst inst., a pneumatic bicycle " The Veldt," " J. R. Burnell, Maker, Randalls' Market, Poplar," in gilt letters on transfer on front of head, 26 in. diamond frame, parallel top bars, Chater- Lea fittings, " B. S. A." on hubs, dropped handle bars, no mudguards or brake, rat- trap pedals, 28| in. front, 28 in. back wheel, Palmer tyres, Brooks's B10 saddle, 88 in. gear, fixed wheel, enamelled in 2 shades of green, no gear case, i in. block chain, 1 in. pitch, black Citadel lamp — SAMUEL CHAMBERS, alias PATRICK MCCARTHY, age 20, height 5 ft. 5 in., stiff build, complexion fresh, large head, hair dark brown, eyes dark, lisps, nervous manner when spoken to; dress, black jacket and vest, dark striped trousers, light tie, dark cap, lace shoes. A painter ; native of Homerton, London. Warrant issued. 5.— K Division » — For embezzliDg 5s. 10d„ 2nd inst,— ARTHUR ROBERTS, age 28 to 30, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion fresh, round face, hair and thin moustache brown, eyes blue, scar over one eye, slight impediment in speech; dress, brown tweed jacket suit, black hard felt hat, lace boots, sometimes wears brown leather leggings. A milk carrier. Absconded 2nd inst. Warrant issued. 6.— R Division.— For attempting to obtain money by fraud— WILLIAM MITCHELL, age 45 to 50, height 5 ft. 7 in., stout build, complexion fair, hair light, turning grey, eyes blue ; wearing dark clothes, high silk bat. Warrant issued. 7.— S Division.— For obtaining £ 10 by false pretences— JOHN WALKER, age 30, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion dark, hair dark brown, eyes dark grey, has a habit of swinging right arm ; wearing brown Raglan overcoat, boots with pointed toes. He obtained the above sum by sending a telegram in the name of another person. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. CITY OF LONDON. 8.— For larceny — THOMAS WILLIAM HALE, age 35, height 5ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache light brown ; wearing dark- clothes, Alpine hat. A clerk. Absconded 3rd ult. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. McWilliam, 26, Old Jewry, E. C. BRECONSHIRE. 9.— Brecon { County).— For deserting his wife, leaving her chargeable to the Guardians of the Builth Union- FREDERICK STICKLER, age 55, height 5 ft, 5 or 6 in., complexion fresh, hair ( bald on top), side whiskers and moustache dark grey, eyes blue, rather large Roman nose, top of 1 middle finger deficient, stoops slightly ; dress, dark suit, dark cap with 2 peaks, strong nailed boots. A groom and gardener; native ot Castle Combe, Wilts. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Joseph, Brecon. 4 THE POLICE GAZETTE. TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 1901. BUCKINGHA MS HI RE. 10.— High Wycombe { Borough).— F or stealing a bicycle ( recovered)— NORMAN WEBB, age 21, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., slight build, com- plexion fresh, hair dark brown, slight moustache, eyes brown, forearms very short, cannot raise hands above head, may have abscess scars on sides, walks quickly, well educated; dress ( sup- posed), blue serge suit, black tie, grey cap. A clerk. Was a Lieutenant of the Church Lads Brigade. Absconded 28th ult. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Head Constable Sparling, High Wycombe. CA MBRIDGESHIRE. 11— Cambridge ( Borough). — For em- bezzlement, between 20th May and 31st August last— SAMUEL STANTON, age about 60, height 5 ft. 10 in., stout build, complexion fresh, hair brown, full beard and moustache ( turning grey), short thick neck; dress, grey jacket suit, light grey overcoat, black square felt or silk hat. A bank clerk. May endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. 12.— Cambridge ( Borough).— For stealing, 29th August last, a " Popular Riley," Brooks's saddle, front brake, no mudguards— CHARLES PEARSON, alias BURROWS, age 23, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion and hair dark, eyes brown, pimples on face, speaks with Yorkshire accent; dress, grey jacket suit, black soft felt hat, lace boots. He represents that he is the son of the Clerk of the Peace of Cambridge. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Holland, Cam- bridge. CARNARVONSHIRE. 13.— Conway ( County).— For obtaining £ 7 10s. by a forged cheque— MORRIS CORNELIUS PAUL, alias JOHN FORD, a German, age 27, height 5 ft. 3 in., hair black, clean shaved, eyes dark, speaks good English; dress, blue serge suit. Has been employed at Manchester as a German correspondent. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Rees, Conway. CHESHIRE. 1 - l.— Nantwich ( County).— For being con- cerned with ARTHUR LAMBERT, in custody, charged with stealing £ 9 Is. 4d., 21th ult., from a Post Office at Crewe ( see Case No. 58, 1st inst.)— TWO MEN, 1st, age about 19, height 5 ft, 4 or 5 in., complexion and hair dark, of smart appearance ; dress, dark grey suit, red tie, dark cap, tan colour boots. 2nd, age 24 or 25, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fair, thin features, rather broad fore- head, clean shaved, of smart appearance ; dress, dark blue or black suit, dark tie, black hard felt hat, lace boots. Information to Supt. Meredith, Nantwich. CUMBERLAND. 15. Cocker mouth ( County).— For desert- ing his family, leaving them chargeable to the Common Fund of the Cockermouth Union— JOSEPH CAIN, age 35, height about 5 ft. 5 in., complexion dark, hair and moustache dark brown, sharp features. A mason; native of Cockermouth. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Graham, Cockermouth. DENBIGHSHIRE. 16— D enbigh ( County). — For stealing ( bailee) a watch ( recovered)— JAMES COOPER, age 30 to 32, height about 5 ft. 8 in., muscular build, complexion fresh, hair and heavy mous- tache light, scar across abdomen ; dress, light jacket and cap, light cord trousers, strong lace boots, may be wearing a cord vest. A tramping farm labourer. Supposed a native of Cockermouth. Has served in the Army. Absconded 3rd ult. Warrant issued. 17.— Denbigh ( County).— On suspicion of stealing, 1st inst., at Colwyn Bay, a pair of boots ( recovered) and a black cloth overcoat, side pockets, ticket pocket with flap, " Hope Brothers, Ludgate Hill," on tab— JOHN STRICKLAND, age 22, height about 5 ft. 8 in., slight build, thin face, hair brown, may be wearing a slight light brown moustache, addicted to drink ; dress, dark cloth coat and vest, grey trousers and cap. A native of Liverpool. Has l> een employed as a railway and hotel porter. Warrant issued. 18. — Denbigh ( County).— For obtaining food, lodgings, and 3s. 7£ d. by false pretences, 2nd and 4th inst., at Ruthin STEVENSON, age about 24, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh, hair dark, clean shaved, eyes brown, scar right jaw, hole left do., right hand bandaged ; wearing khaki uniform and helmet (" N. S. W. L." in blue pencil thereon), top boots. A native of Liver- pool ; was convicted in the name of William Frank, at Carnarvon Assizes, 10th January, 1898, of a similar offence. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Jones, Denbigh. 19.— Wrexham ( County). — For stealing, 24th ult., a silver English lever watch, No. 31972, " W 28 " scratched inside case, and £ 8 10s.— A MAN, who gave the name of ARTHUR WILSON, age 2l or 22, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., complexion pale, long features, cheeks sunken, hair and slight moustache light, eyes grey or blue, 1 tooth deficient in upper jaw, bust of man back right forearm, marks back left forearm ; is fond of horseracing ; dress, old dark coat and vest, cord trousers, dark blue muffler with white stripes, dark peak cap, strong lace boots. Appearance of a labourer. Supposed a native of Birmingham. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Jones, Wrexham. DERBYSHIRE. 20.— Chesterfield ( County).— For obtain- ing money by false pretences, at Grassmoor, 22nd June last— GEORGE WAIT, age 42, height 6 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes grey, left elbow deformed. A traveller ; native of London. He calls upon publicans and trades- men, and states that he will advertise their names, & c., in an almanack. Previously convicted at Boston, Doncaster, and Eckington. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Faulkner, County Police Office, Chesterfield. DEVONSHIRE. 21.— Exeter ( County).— For arson, at Chaw- leigh, 14th ult.— ROBERT LUCAS, age 40, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion dark, hair dark brown, eyes brown, wart over right eye and on right thumb, 2 scars back of left leg, has varicocele; dress, light coat and cap, cord trousers. A tramping labourer ; native of Bagber, Dorset. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable of Devon, Exeter. ESSEX. 22.— Romford ( County).— For deserting his wife and family, leaving them chargeable to the Guardians of Romford Union, 2nd ult.— HENRY SHARPE, age 45, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey; dress, dark jacket, grey vest and trousers, black bowler hat. A journalist. Warrant issued. 23.— Romford ( County).— For stealing from his lodgings at Hornchurch, 6th inst., a lady's 18 ct. gold double bottom English lever watch, No. 6176, open face, gold dial chased with roses and tulips, steel hands, maker " Archibald Haswell, Elizabeth Street, Eaton Square," a lady's long gold chain with very small links, attached— A MAN, who gave the name of STACEY, age about 50, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair, whiskers and moustache ( cut short) turning grey, eyes blue grey, of good address; dress, black jacket, dark grey vest and trousers, black tie with coloured stripes, black silk wrapper, dark cap. He represented himself as a naval pensioner, and stated he had been employed as a steward on the P. & O. boats. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Creasy, Romford. 24.— Colchester ( Borough).— For obtain- ing food and lodgings by false pretences— HORACE BEER, alias WILLIAM SMITH, age about 30, height 6 ft., stout build, complexion pale, hair ( bald on top) light brown ; dress, blue serge jacket and vest, light check trousers, brown overcoat with black band on left arm. A brick- layer's labourer ; native of Clacton- on- Sea. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Coombs, Col- chester. FORFARSHIRE. 25.— Dundee ( City).— For obtaining board, lodgings, and 10s., by false pretences, and uttering a forged cheque, thereby obtaining £ 7 18s. 9d.— WILLIAM A. TRYTHALL, age about 30, height 5 ft. 9 in., slight build, complexion sallow, hair and slight moustache light, large nose, usually wears glasses ; dress, yellowish tweed suit, black bowler hat, carried a small brown leather hand- bag. A commercial traveller, lately employed by a cycle company at Wolverhampton, Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Dundee. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 26.— staple Hill ( County).— For stealing ( bailee), £ 1 6s. and 2 pawntickets, 2nd inst., at Kingswood— ALFRED or ALBERT DRAPER, age 30, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, moustache brown, burn scar left side of face; dress, black coat, light trousers, black hard felt hat. A shoemaker; native of Cirencester. Had in his possession a light coat and vest. Warrant issued. Information to Supt, Cooke, Staple Hill. HAMPSHIRE. 27.— Gosport ( County).— For stealing, 4th inst., 2 suits of clothes ( 1 a dark grey, nearly new; 1 a grey cloth, green shade with small brown stripe forming squares) ; 1 light striped cap; 1 black do.; 1 blue muffler with yellow stripes ; 1 pair pants, yellow and red stripes ; 1 pair of giey stockings— J. HARRIS, age 23, height 5 ft. in., complexion dark, hair brown, eyes hazel, scar left instep and back of scalp, lion, flag and anchor tattooed on chest. A ship's fireman.— D. MAHER, age 19j, height 5 ft. 6^- in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes brown. A fitter. Supposed wearing the stolen clothes, military shirts and boots. Both are deserters from the Rifle Brigade. 28. — Gosport ( County). — For stealing ( bailee) a bicycle ( recovered)— WILLIAM, alias WALTER HUNTLEY, age about 30, height about 5 ft. 4 in.; dress, dark jacket, green cord trousers. A general labourer. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Silver, Gosport. 2— Southampton ( Borough).— For steal- ing from bis lodgings, 22nd ult., a gold signet ring, set white stone ; 1 lady's gold ring ( cracked), set black diamond, oval shape ; 1 wedding ring, set garnet, cracked and repaired— EDWARD STEWART, alias ALFRED SCOTr, MOORE, and E. SWIFT, age 26 to 28, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., slight build, complexion pale, hair brown, short moustache light, long thin face, sunken cheeks ; dress, grey morning coat and trousers, chocolate colour fancy vest with red spots, black bow tie with white spots, black hard felt hat. A street musician. Warrant issued. 30— Southampton ( Borough).— For leav- ing his wife and family chargeable to the Common Fund of the Southampton Incorporation, 14th September last— TELFORD CHARLES FIELD, age 36, height about 6 ft., complexion fair, small sharp features, hair ( thick and wavy) dark brown, eyes brown. A yacht builder ; native of Hamp- shire. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Southamp- ton. HEREFORDSHIRE. 31.— Ledbury ( County).— For stealing £ 62, 15th ult.— FREDERICK NUNN, age 55, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., stout build, complexion fresh, round face, hair ( short) and eyes grey, clean shaved, of military appearance; dress, grey suit, brown overcoat, black hat, sometimes wears knickers and yellow stockings. A farm bailiff; native of Cambridge. May endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Phillips, Ledbury. HER TFORDSHIRE. 32.— Bishop's Stortford ( County).— For absconding with workhouse clothing, 12th inst., and for wilful damage— ALBERT WOOD, age 28, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion fresh, hair and short moustache dark ; dress, light cord suit, black soft felt hat. A native of Newmarket. Warrant issued. Information to Supt, Foster, Bishop's Stortford. KENT. £ 1 REWARD. W.— Ashford ( County).— For neglecting to maintain his 2 children, leaving them chargeable to the Common Fund of the West Ashford Union — ARTHUR WEBB, age 47, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh, hair ( bald on top) brown, turn- ing grey, eyes hazel ; dress, light brown jacket, cheek trousers, blue cloth cap. A travelling tailor ; native of Tunbridge Wells. Warrant issued. The above reward will be paid by the Guardians of the above Union to any person giving such information as will lead to the arrest of Webb. Information to Supt. Bailey, Ashford. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 1901. T H E POLICE GAZETTE. 3 PORTRAITS OF PERSONS WANTED. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 34.— B Divisionm— For embezzlement — REGINALD WESTLEY HAYDEN, age 26, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion and hair dark, clean Bhaved; dress, brown Raglan over- coat, dark grey morning coat and vest, dark trousers. A rate collector. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metro- politan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. ESSEX. ib.— Saffron Walden { County). — For deserting his wife and children, leaving jjthem chargeable to the common fund of the Saffron Walden Poor Law Union— WILLIAM THOMAS CROUCH, age about 35, height about 5 ft. 8 in., complexion ruddy, thin features, hair brown, clean shaved, walks erect; dress, supposed new green and grey mixture check tweed suit ( jacket double breasted and square cut), nearly new blue beaver overcoat with velvet collar, black hard felt hat. A coachman. May be accompanied by a woman, age 26, short, complexion pale, thin features, walks rather lame ; dress, black skirt, black three- quarter jacket, black sailor hat, trimmed with crape. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Supt. Pryke, Saffron Walden. LANCASHIRE. 36.— Wigan { County).— For stealing Postal Orders, value £ 6 6s., at Hindley, 28th September last, and for obtaining credit by false pretences, lst ult.— DOCTOR JAMES JOSEPH DEIGH- TON, PATRICK DEIGHTON O'DONNELL or BARROW, age 35, height about 5 ft. 10 in., complexion sallow, hair black, both arms tattooed, including skull and cross- bones on one, also tattooed on back and chest; usually wears black frock coat, silk hat. Is fond of fishing. Has been a ship's surgeon. Frequents theatres. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Cocker, County Police Office, Wigan. KENT. 37.— Chatham { County). — For deserting his wife— JOHN JEFFRIES, age 61, h « ight 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh, hair light, beard grey, eyes hazel, scar over left eye; dress, long coat, dark trousers, vest and cap. A bootmaker. Warrant issued. 38.— Chatham { County).— For deserting his wife and children— TOM DAYIES, age 45, height 5 ft. 6 in., stout build, complexion fresh, hair and moustache brown, eyes hazel; dress, black jacket, white moleskin vest and trousers. A labourer. Warrant issued. 39.— Chatham { County).— For embezzling 10s., 18th ult.— DANIEL CUTHBERT, age 25, height 5 ft. 7 in., slight build, hair light brown, beard and moustache light, scar over both eyes ; dress, Norfolk coat, blue striped trousers, tweed cap, button boots. A photographer. Warrant issued. 40. — Chatham { County). — For desertiDg his 3 children, leaving them chargeable to the Common Fund of the Medway Union— WIL- LIAM TREMBLE, age 35, height 5 ft. 7 in., red nose, hair ( curly) and moustache dark; dress, grey suit, brown boots. A butcher. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Sargent, Chatham. 41.— West Mailing { County).-— For desert- ing her two children at Snodland— CAROLINE DRUBE, age 30, height 4 ft. 10 in., complexion dark, hair black, artificial teeth ; dress, black jacket and skirt, coloured blouse, white sailor hat. Was last heard of at Brighton. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hoare, West Mailing. 42.— Canterbury { City). — For stealing, between 11th and 12th inst., a cash box containing 2 £ 5 Canterbury Bank notes, Nos. 7399 ( since cashed) and 7406; a cheque, No. 268462, on Messrs. Hammond's Bank, Canterbury branch, for £ 1 4s. 6d., made payable to " Self " and drawn on Lieut. McTagart's account; and about £ 2— EDWIN SULLIVAN, age 20, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion pale, hair light brown, eyes blue, 2 flags, sailor and tombstone left forearm, 2 scars on head; dress, dark suit and cap, black bow tie. A native of Beverley, Yorks. Is a private, of the 19th Hussars; was employed as waiter in the officers' mess. May be accompanied by a woman, age about 25, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion dark, hair ( curly) dark, worn over ears; dress, light three- quarter jacket, black skirt, black sailor hat. Information to Chief Constable Farmery, Canterbury. 43.— Dover { Borough).— For stealing a black gelding cob, 14 hands, age 10 years, long coat, white legs, long mane, short tail; a set of black leather harness, white metal plates with heart crest; and a costermonger's cart, long body, small stout wheels, may have " Swaffer, Folkestone," thereon— A MAN, age about 35, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh, hair and small moustache light; wearing dark grey overcoat and cap, old boots. Warrant issued. Information to Head Constable Knott, Dover. • 14.— Maidstone { Borough). — For neg- lecting to maintain her children — MARION FULLER, age about 35, height 5 ft., complexion fresh, hair dark brown; dress, dark jacket and dress, black felt hat trimmed black ribbon. Warrant issued. 45.— Maidstone { Borough). — For neg- lecting to maintain his children— WILLIAM STEVENS, age 51. height 5 ft. 6£ in., complexion fresh, hair, moustache and imperial dark brown ; dressed as a labourer. Is an Army pensioner. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Maidstone. LANARKSHIRE. 46.— Glasgow { City). — For embezzling £ 690 10s. between lst June last and 10th ult.— HENRY FORTUNE, age 29, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion dark, hair black, moustache dark brown, eyes grey; dress, dark tweed jacket suit, black felt hat. A native of Glasgow ; was em- ployed as a traveller and collector. Absconded 12th ult. May endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Glasgow. LANCASHIRE. tf.— Skerton { County). — For forgery, at Morecambe— WILLIAM HALL, age about 35, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., slight build, rather large nose, cheeks sunken, slight moustache light, usually wears glasses with gold rims ; sometimes wears a kuicker suit. He obtained goods, and in payment of same, gave a cheque which was returned from the Bank marked " No account." Supposed wanted elsewhere. Was accompanied by his wife and 3 children. Warrant issued. i8.— Skerton { County).— For obtaining 100 geese by false pretences, at Morecambe— A MAN who gave the name of J. T. INGHAM, age about 52, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion fresh, hair grey, clean shaved, one forefinger stiff, speaks with Lancashire dialect; dress, grey jacket, dark trousers, silk neckerchief, light cap. A hawkei, may be found at Public Markets. He represented himself as a poultry dealer. Had in his possession bill headings with " J. T. Ingham, Fish, Game and Poultry Dealer, & c., Middlesborough " thereon, supposed a long firm swindler. Is accompanied by his wife, age about 50, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., complexion fresh, hair grey, several old scars on face; wearing double breasted J heliotrope colour jacket, with large buttons, black sailor hat. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Barnett, Skerton, near Lancaster. 49.— Widnes { County).— For stealing, 30th ult., a tin box, containing 2 blue black serge jacket suits, black bone buttons, red striped lining, collar on 1 vest; 2 silk handkerchiefs, with green and red stripes— A MAN, age about 28, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion fresh, hair brown ; dress, navy blue jacket and vest, moleskin trousers, dark cap, heavy lace boots. Information to Supt. Keighley, Widnes. 50.— Blackpool { Borough).— For the ab- duction of a girl under the age of 16— WILLIAM CURRIE, alias CORRI, WILL and BOB CURTIS ( supposed an American), age 28 to 30, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., full face, hair dark, clean shaved, speaks with American accent; wearing black frock coat, silk hat, brown boots, diamond ring, sometimes wears a light mackintosh. It is supposed that he arrived in London from America 2 or 3 years ago accompanied by several coloured children. Is well known to acrobats, & c. May be found frequenting theatres or music halls with a view of obtaining assistance to enable him to return to America. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Derhani, Black- pool. LINCOLNSHIRE. 51.— Lincoln { City). — For stealing, 24th August last, a pocket case, containing a cheque for £ 1 18s. 6d. on the London and County Banking Company, which he afterwards forged and uttered at Peterborough— A MAN, age about 47, height about 5 ft. 5 in., rather stout build, com- plexion fresh, full face, heavy moustache brown; dress, blue serge jacket, brown and red fancy worsted vest, grey striped trousers, white soft felt hat. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, Lincoln. 4 THE POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 1901. MONTGOMER YSHIRE. 52.— Welshpool { County).— For stealing a lady's brown umbrella; 1 light green mackintosh, velvet collar, lined light plaid ; 1 pair of button boots, " The Kambler " stamped on lining ; and for obtaining food and lodgings by false pre- tences— A MAN, who gave the name of JONES, age about 30, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fair, hair and moustache light brown ; dress, dark blue morning coat suit, black hat, and the stolen boots, wearing a snake pattern watch chain. He repre- sented that he was a canvasser for a Directory. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Williams, Welshpool. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. 53.— Peterborough ( City).— For larceny — WILLIAM EDWARD WILKINSON, age 38, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, sharp nose, of theatrical appearance, hair dark, clean shaved, eyes blue. A clerk. He attends markets with cheap jewellery. May be accompanied by his wife, age 30, height 5 ft. 5 in., stout build, com- plexion pale, hair dark brown ; wears pince- nez. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Lawson, City Police, Peterborough. NORTHUMBERLAND. 54.— Berwick- on- Tweed ( Borough).— For obtaining money, food, and lodgings by false pretences— JOHN WILSON ( supposed false), age 34 or 35, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, slight side whiskers, eyes hazel, rather large head and mouth, scar between one thumb and forefinger ; dress, black coat and vest, light striped trousers, large check peak cap. Appearance of a groom. Warrant issued. Information to the Head Constable, Berwick- on- Tweed. RADNORSHIRE. 55.— Penybont { County).— For stealing a pair of new white cord trousers ; 1 new Cardigan jacket with velvet collar ; 1 brown cord vest with sleeves ; 1 brown cloth cap ; 1 pair heavy nailed boots ( nearly new)— THOMAS WILLIAMS, age 26 , height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes grey, blue scar on bridge of nose, slight impediment in speech; dress, old dark coat, brown cord trousers, the stolen boots and oap; probably wearing the other stolen articles. A native of Flintshire. Information to Major Walsh, Chief Constable, Penybont. SHROPSHIRE. 5t'>.— Shrewsbury ( County). — For de- serting his 2 children— GEORGE GROVES, alias BYWATER, age 36, height 5 ft. 7 in., stout build, hair and moustache dark, cut mark under left eye ; dress, cord vest with sleeves, cord trousers, billycock hat. A farm labourer. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Griffiths, Mount Pleasant, Shrewsbury. SOMERSETSHIRE. 57.— Bath ( City).— For stealing a watch and chain ( recovered)— FRANK HUDLESTONE, age 22, height 5 ft., stout build, complexion fresh, full face, hair and small moustache dark, slight impediment in speech ; dress, blue serge suit, and cap. Has been employed as a kitchen porter. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Bath. s TA FFORDSHIRE. M.— BHsion ( County).— For stealing £ 90 and a brown leather bracelet purse with buckle fastening, 28th ult., at Willenhall— JOSHUA KING, age about 25, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., com- plexion pale, hair dark brown, clean shaved, thin face, long thin Roman nose; dress, dark plaid jacket and trousers, light brown double- breasted vest with light blue spots, flaps to pockets, light check cap, lace boots. Is a good pianist. Has served in the Army Service Corps, and arrived from South Africa on 21st ult. Will probably frequent race meetings. Warrant issued. Information to Supl. Walters, Bilston. M— Burslem ( County).— For stealing 3s. <> d., from his lodgings, 6th inst.— HERBERT EMMITT, age about 20, height 5 ft., complexion pale, hair dark, moustache slight, eyes ( full) dark, small hands ; dress, brown mixture cloth suit, striped tie, blue cloth cap. A painter. Is a euphonium player, frequents band rooms. Information to Chief Supt. Hill, Burslem. 60— Lichfield ( County). — For stealing, 27th ult., at Cannock, a black figured alpaca dress, trimmed black velvet, steel buckles, flounced skirt, bodice to match, trimmed pale blue, white lace on yoke and cuffs ; 1 black straw hat, lace crown, black feathers, white osprey feathers and violets in front with gilt buckle ; 1 pair of French kid lace boots, toe capped, size 6; 1 pair light tan gloves, pink silk lining; 1 white victorine fur; 1 lady's gold ring, set 6 pearls and 2 rubies; 1 black silk and steel watch- guard, a silver pencil case, cross, and threepenny- piece, " Mother " engraved thereon, attached ; 1 silver brooch, mounted with gold in centre and ends— ETHEL MAUD VICKERS, age 19, height 5 ft. 4£ in , complexion fresh, hair dark brown, wears a long fringe, cut scar between one thumb and forefinger ; supposed wearing the stolen cloth- ing, underclothing stamped " Cannock Union." A native of Wednesfield, Wolverhampton. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Barrett, Lichfield. 61— Longton ( County).— For non- payment of maintenance arrears— JOSEPH BURTON, age 36, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion, hair, moustache, and eyes dark, low forehead, cut mark near right eye. A saggar maker; native of Stoke- on- Trent. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Oakden, Longton. 62.— Stone ( County).— For defilement of girls between 13 and 16 years of age— WILLIAM HENRY ANDERSON, age 35, height 5 ft. 11 in., stout build, complexion sallow, hair light brown, eyes grey, swaggering gait, of good appearance. A native of St. Bees, Cumberland. May be found in company of betting men. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Bishop, Stone. 63.— 1tVednesbury ( County).— For larceny — HARRY NORMAN, alias WALTER SYDNEY and WALTER CYRIL, age about 20, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, full face, prominent nose, hair sandy, clean shaved, eyes blue, speaks with north country accent; dress, grey plaid sacque jacket, black and white plaid vest, brown cloth trousers, black and white plaid tie, dark grey soft felt hat, lace boots. He took lodgings, stating that he was an actor at the local theatre. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Salt, Wednesbury. SUFFOLK ( East). 64.— Ipswich ( Borough).— For stealing from his lodgings 2 silver watches ( 1 old- fashioned, 1 lady's Geneva, " Myers, London," on inside case, glass cracked); 1 metal watch chain; 1 gold keeper ring, flowered — CHARLES BRAISE- BURY, age 50 to 55, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., hair ( bald on top) and whiskers dark, turning grey, rather long nose, good teeth; dress, brown over- coat, double breasted, black morning coat and vest, grey trousers with small black stripes, grey wrapper and cap, grey striped tie, lace boots. A ship's steward ; stated he was a native of Liverpool. Warrant issued. 65.— Ipswich ( Borough).— For embezzling £ 21— ALFRED DALBY, age 40, height 6 ft. 2 in., weight 14 stones, complexion fresh, hair black, eyes dark, slouching gait, addicted to drink ; dress, long fustian coat, mixture jacket, cord vest and trousers, black cap. A carman; native of Ipswich. Warrant issued. Information to Lieut.- Col. Russell, Chief Con- stable, Ipswich. SURREY. 66.— Oxted ( County). — For burglary at Godstone, 2nd inst., and stealing a double- barrelled hammerless gun, No. 302, in brown leather case, maker Jeffery, Queen Victoria Street, E. C., initials " R. A. J." on case; 1 16- bore hammerless gun, maker Joseph Lang, 10 Pall Mall, London; 1 thick black overcoat, lined satiH, cuffs on sleeves; 1 light overcoat; 1 do., lined silk; 1 blue covert coat; 1 black do.; 1 thick rough black overcoat with cuffs ; 1 green cloth do., black and white check lining; 1 long grey do., thin grey flannel lining; 1 long drab colour do.; 1 short do. covert coat; 2 small chased silver spoons, perforated handles; 1 small orna- ment shape of a guitar, small watch enclosed ; 1 gilt cigarette case, ornaments on outside— A MAN, age 32, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion pale, hair light brown, moustache and slight side whiskers light, eyes ( large) blue ; dress, blue serge suit, black hard felt hat, brown lace boots. A gardener; native of Godstone. Information to Supt. Brice, Oxted. SUSSEX ( East). 67.— Brighton ( Borough).— For failing to surrender to his bail at Quarter Sessions, on 21st ult., charged with larceny— FREDERICK WILLIAM DIEDERICK, age 18, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fair, hair light, eyes hazel, flat nose, several moles on face, 1 near left elbow, scar palm of right hand, 2nd finger, and 2 on back. A lodging house porter; native of Betmold, Germany. May be found at German clubs. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Brighton. 68.— Eastbourne ( Borough).— For obtain- ing £ 2 2s. by false pretences, 21st ult., and steal- ing ( bailee) 2 ladies' jackets ( 1st, a new dark grey ^- length sac back, single breasted, fly front, black velvet collar, smoke pearl buttons, black Italian cloth lining, dark stripe satin sleeve lining, side pockets ; 2nd, a short black thick smooth cloth jacket, double breasted, 3 or 4 rows of stitching round collar, dark smoke pearl buttons, black satin lining with white stripe, hip pockets, 1 slightly torn at corner)— THOMAS WOOD, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion rather pale, thin face, hair and slight moustache light; dress, brown check morning coat and vest, black striped trousers, long light brown mixture mackintosh, faded one side, brown velvet collar. A tramping tailor. Warrant issued. Information to Major Teale, Chief Constable, Eastbourne. 69.— Hove { Borough).— For non- payment of maintenance arrears— ALFRED GLANVILLE GREYSMITH, age 54, height 5 ft. 8 in., stout build, complexion ruddy, hair light brown, mous- tache sandy, eyes light blue, long pointed nose. An art decorator. Warrant issued. Information to Major Teevan, Chief Constable, Hove. SUSSEX ( West). 70.— Horsham ( County). — For deserting his wife and children, leaving them chargeable to the Common Fund of the Horsham Union— ELLIS HOLLAND, age 39, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., slight build, complexion pale, hair dark brown, moustache light brown, may now be wearing a beard, eyes grey, rather round shoulders, large feet, nose has been broken. May seek employ- ment on farms. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Byrne, Horsham. 71.— Steyning ( County). — For failing to appear to a summons, 28th ult., for trespassing at Thakeham, 8th ult. — CHARLES LIGHT, age about 45, height 5 ft. 4 in., stout build, com- plexion fair, hair light brown, short whiskers and moustache ginger, eyes blue ; dress, light jacket and vest, dark cord trousers, light cap.— JAMES ROSE, age 40, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion, hair, and whiskers dark, eyes brown ; dress, blue serge jacket and vest, brown cord trousers, blue cloth cap. Gipsies; they travel the country, Light with a small open van, " Charles Light, Hampshire," thereon, drawn by an old black pony ; Rose with a cart, " Edward Charman, West Chiltington, Sussex," thereon, drawn by a brown pony. Accompanied by their wives and children. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hooker, Steyning. WILTSHIRE. 72.— Trowbridge { County).— For stealing, 4th inst., at Bradford- on- Avon, a silver keyless Waltham lever watch, minute hand missing; 1 silver Albert, with a locket, crucifix thereon, and several silver coins attached ; 1 wooden pipe, bulldog shape— COLIN SHAW, age about 23, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair ( curly) light brown, worn on forehead, moustache light, eyes blue; wearing light cloth jacket and vest, white muffler with blue spots, brown cloth cap. Supposed a native of Reading, Berks. May seek employment with travelling switchbacks. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Tyler, Trowbridge. WORCESTERSHIRE. 73.— Dudley ( County).— For stealing, 16th ult., a pony ( recovered)— SAMUEL ROBERTS, age about 45, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion dark, hair ( turning grey) black, moustache dark ; dress, light plaid jacket, cord vest, moleskin trousers, dark cap, heavy nailed boots. Supposed a labourer ; native of Dudley. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Supt. Speke, Dudley. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 1901. T H E POLICE GAZETTE. 3 74.— S tour port { County).— For failing to report — Supervisee HENRY CORBETT, Office No. 1368- 01, age 59, height 5 ft. 7J in., com- plexion fresh, hair white, eyes grey, cross back left hand, 2 dots back left wrist, crown and H C outside right forearm, right thumb contracted. A labourer ; native of Madeley, Salop. Sentenced at Wenlock Sessions, 30th March, 1900, to 5 months hard labour and 2 years police supervision for larceny. Information to Supt. Long, Stourport. YORKSHIRE ( North Riding). Ib.— Thornaby- on- Tees { County). — For stealing, 23rd ult., a black leather purse, con- taining £ 2 ; 1 silver watch, No. 182122, white dial, " Bloom" engraved thereon, " William Leighton" engraved on inner case; 1 silver graduated curb Albert with appendages " The Queen," " Lord Roberts," and " General Buller" attached— GEORGE HENRY GARNER, alias STEPHENSON and CURRIE, age 29, height 5 ft. 4 in., slightly bow- legged, complexion sallow, hair and moustache light brown, eyes hazel, lisps, small mole on lip and throat, front upper teeth deficient, soldier tattooed on left fore- arm, 2 scars on back ; dress, brown tweed suit, black tie, black hard felt hat, boots. A collier or miner; native of Spennymoor, Durham. He took lodgings, stating that he had obtained em- ployment as an engineer. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Cook, Thornaby- on- Tees. 76.— S car borough { Borough). — For deserting their wives and families, leaving them chargeable to the Scarborough Poor Law Union— FRED REYNOLDS, age 26, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fair, hair light brown, eyes blue ; of smart appearance. A groom ; native of Scar- borough.— WILLIAM SOWRAY, age 33, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes grey. A plasterer; native of Scarborough. Warrants issued. Information to Chief Constable Riches, Scar- borough. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 77.— JV Division.— Remanded till 21st inst., charged with wounding — FREDERICK DEACON, alias JENNINGS, age 24, height 5 ft. 10 in., sloping shoulders, complexion dark, hair black, eyes hazel, 2 bald patches back of head, scar right thumb ; dress, brown covert coat, blue guernsey, brown cord trousers, birdseye necker- chief, brown cap. A native of Thames Ditton, Surrey. 78.— ft Division*— Remanded till 19th inst. charged with embezzlement— ROBERT DEAN, age 28, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion and hair dark, eyes brown, wears glasses ; dress, dark grey jacket and vest, light tweed trousers, plaid cap, lace boots. A native of Yarmouth. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. HAMPSHIRE. 79.— Southampton{ Borough).— Sentenced 11th inst., to 2 months imprisonment for breaking a plate- glass window— JAMES SADDLER, age 43, height 5 ft. 9- J- in., complexion sallow, hair dark brown, moustache and beard ( cut short) brown ( turning grey), eyes blue, scar on left elbow and wrist ; dress, dark grey suit, brown plaid muffler, black hard felt hat. A painter; native of Birmingham. 80.— South ampton{ Borough).— Sentenced 11th inst., to 1 month imprisonment for stealing a horse and cart— THOMAS WILLIAMS ( sup- posed false), age 34, height 5 ft. 7J in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes hazel, cannon and palm tree tattooed outside of right forearm, 3 scars on inside of left knee ; dress, old brown mixture coat, serge vest, old dark trousers, dark muffler, cap. A labourer. Information to the Chief Constable, South- ampton. SUSSEX ( East). 81.— Lewes { County).— Committed for trial at next Assizes, for obtaining money by false pre- tences— PERCY JOSEPHUS STEPHENS, alias P. RICHARDS, RICHARDSON, and ROBERTS, age 24, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion, hair, slight moustache and eyes dark, moles right side of mouth ; dress, dark suit, grey mackintosh, hard felt hat ( See Case No. 47, 1st inst.). Information to Supt. Stevens, Lewes. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 82.— c Division.— 2nd inst., a lady's small gold demi- hunter, blue enamel, white dial; 1 do. gold hunter, filigree work back of outer case; 1 mas- sive gold ring, single stone diamond, claw setting ; 2 ladies' gold half- hoop rings, set diamonds ; 1 do. dress ring, set pink pearl surrounded with diamonds; 1 do., set square diamond ; 1 do., set turquoise, shape of shamrock, diamond in centre ; 1 do., true lover's knot, ruby in centre ; 1 do., gold half- hoop, set turquoise ; 1 do. dress, set 3 rubies and 6 pearls ; 1 do., set 3 large sap- phires ; 1 do., set sapphire, pearl each side ; 1 gipsy, set 5 large turquoise ; 1 square cameo, girl dancing, claw setting; 1 pink oval cameo, Venus with doves, pearls all round; 1 thick gold snake, 7 coils, head composed of 11 diamonds, ruby eyes ; 1 gold maltese cross brooch, set paste diamonds; 1 pair finely cut steel earrings, representing daises; 1 gold bracelet, flexible band ; 1 do., thick plain band ; 1 do., thick band, signs of Zodiac thereon ; 1 half- hoop do., set paste diamonds ; 1 gold band do., flexible fastening by small sliding pin ; 1 gold oval locket, set opals, shape of cross, place for photograph inside, 1 glass broken ; 1 lady's gold Albert, composed of 3 small chains, with 12 coral beads at intervals, crook shape coral at end; 1 thick gold neck chain ; 1 long gold dress chain ; 1 do., composed of 56 gold berry shaped beads, gilt purse attached ; 1 small gold link chain, pear coral one end, turquoise at other; 1 blue and black enamel cross; 1 gold do., set diamonds, embossed at back, blue enamel beading round edges ; 1 steel hair ornament, shape of butterfly ; 1 pearl and finely cut shell cross ; 1 small tortoise- shell casket ; 1 Russian leather ring do., tortoise- shell top, white cameo ship thereon, gilt legs and balls; 1 gold brooch, shape of true lover's knot, set torquoise, glass at back for photograph ; 1 do., shape of cross, set diamonds; 1 do., set 2 pair shape carbuncles, diamond star in centre of each; 1 gold oblong brooch, cupids fishing in blue enamel thereon, surrounded with pearls ; 1 pearl do., shape of 2 snakes entwined, ruby eyes, 1 head holding small pearl in mouth ; 1 gold do., shape of whip ; 1 do., set large cairngorm stone ; 1 long do., set black enamel; 1 silver do., com- posed of 3 daggers ; 1 large cameo do., female's head thereon ; 1 small enamelled do., Louis XV., lady in Gainsborough hat thereon ; 1 long do., cupids fishing thereon ; 1 Roman gold and enamel do., shape of a large drasy ; 1 pair gold solitaire earrings, set rubies; 1 do., diamond pendants attached; 1 do., cameo, set pearls; 1 do., blue enamel; 1 do., shepherd and shepherdess, with true lover's knot; 1 brooch, alligator's tooth, set gold ; 1 small Scotch dagger; 1 antique silver chain purse, smaller one inside. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. CITY OF LONDON. 83.— 4th inst., 4 medals ( 1 gold, weighing 3i ozs.; 1 silver ; and 2 bronze), 1 sid. e of each engraved as shewn in sketch, other side of each is a wreath and " Presented to G. H. Parker" on gold one, " Presented to ('. Chalk " on silver one, " Presented to J. Morris" on one bronze, " Pre- sented to J. Moritz " on other. Information to Supt. McWilliam, 26 Old Jewry, E. C. A BEROEENSHIRE. 84.— Aberdeen { County).— Between 2nd and 4tli inst., in transit between Coventry and Lumsden, a gold keyless English lever watch, new, No. 78964, white dial, gold hands, centre seconds, jewelled in 10 holes, expansion balance, size 20. Information to the Chief Constable, County Police Officfc, Aberdeen. BERKSHIRE. 85.-— Reading { Borough).— 28th ult., a plain black mackintosh coat; 1 black rug with brown and red stripes. 29th ult., a gold Albert, gold medal attached ; 1 lady's silver watch; 1 do. gold ring, set 3 diamonds; 1 do., set 4 turquoise, star shape. By housebreaking, a black ^- length overcoat, nearly new, Raglan pockets, chain tab, maker " Winter " thereon, black and white check lining; 1 grey frieze £- length overcoat, old velvet collar; 1 old gold keeper, set pink stone. Information to Capt. Henderson, Chief Con- stable, Reading. 86.— Windsor { Borough).— 8th inet., a green plush oblong box, view of Peterborough Cathedral under glass on lid, containing a 9 ct. gold curb bracelet with padlock, small gold heart and safety chain attached ; 1 gold curb do., with padlock and about an inch of safety chain attached; 1 lady's 18 ct. gold ring, set 5 stones, diamond and ruby alternately ( centre stone missing) ; 1 lady's old- fashioned gold ring, set garnet and 2 pearls ; 1 long neckchain, made of beads of various colours; 2 glass buttons set in steel. Information to Head Constable Nicholls, Windsor. ESSEX. 87.— Brentwood { County).— 3rd inst., by burglary, at South Weald, a set of electro- plated fish knives and forks; 1 do. table knives and forks; 1 do. egg and tea spoons, maker's initials " W. H. & S." stamped thereon, old English pattern ; 1 electro- plated jam basket; 1 do. toast rack; 1 solid silver dessert spoon, " J. W. & S." stamped thereon; 1 silver bracelet; 8 do. bangles; 2 dark grey tweed overcoats ( 1 nearly new, " T. Mills & Co." on tab); 2 bowler hats; 1 yachting cap; 1 pair lace boots ; 1 clothes brush. Information to Supt. Allen, Brentwood. HAMPSHIRE. 88.— Portsmouth { Borough).— lst inst., a lady's large 18 ct. gold watch, skeleton Geneva lever, metal dome, gilt dial, steel hands, open face, compensation balance, chased back, old- fashioned; 1 gold fancy brooch, gold bird and nest with pearl eggs, forget- me- nots on front, photograph of a gentleman on back, 1 pair of earrings to match; 1 gold chased cross, about 1J in. long, rounded edges; 1 horseshoe pin, set pearls ; 1 gold telescope pencil case, with 2 black enamel bands; 1 lady's gold dress ring, set 4 or 5 rubies; 1 gold rosary ring, black enamel cross thereon ; 1 lady's 18 ct. gold Albert, small bevelled link pattern; 1 do. curb chain bracelet, padlock and safety chain ( broken) attached; 1 9 ct. rolled gold chain bracelet; 1 lady's old- fashioned gold Geneva watch, gold dial; 1 lady's 18 ct. gold mourning ring, " F" worked on heart in gold, space for hair at back; 1 gold mourning ring, black enamel; 1 gold signet ring, plain heart; 1 lady's gold ring, set 2 paste stones ( 1 missing). Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Portsmouth. HER TFORDSHIRE. 89.— Watford { County). — 10th inst., by housebreaking, a small silver Geneva watch, case worn, maker Ketterer, St. Albans, glass broken, a small silver whistle and Maltese cross attached; 1 lady's gun- metal watch ; 1 gold buckle keeper ring ; 1 oval gold brooch, chased ; 1 lady's gold dress ring, 2 rows of pearls ( about 6 in each row), ruby in centre; 1 silver band bracelet, orna- mented with gold ears of corn ; 1 pair silver ear- drops to match ; 1 pair of gold dollar earrings ; 1 pair of gold wire do.; 1 pair of gold ear- drops, round ; 1 do., silver, hexagonal. Information to Supt. Wood, Watford. KENT. 90.— Gravesend { Borough).— Between 9th and 10th inst., by housebreaking, a gold locket, photogiaph of a gentleman inside; 1 gold American dollar ; 1 old gold keeper ring, 18 ct.; 1 fourpenny piece, rather defaced; 1 piece of gold chain ; several gold studs. 91 — Gravesend { Borough).— 9th inst., by housebreaking, a gold brooch, 2 small hearts at- tached, set with sapphires, and 46 small pearls around edge ( 1 pearl missing); 2 silver bracelets, cut pattern ; 1 pair of gold earrings, set pearls; 1 pair do., butterfly pattern ; 1 gold bracelet with padlock attached. Information to the Chief Constable, Gravesend. LANCASHIRE. 92.— Lancaster { Borough).— ith inst., by shopbreaking, 11 gold watches ( 1 lady's 14 ct. demi- hunter, keyless, No. 97964 ; 1 14 ct. Swiss lever, white dial, No. 55096; 1 18 ct. do., metal dome, No. 53273 ; 1 14 ct, ditto, No. 40237 ; 1 14 ct. small keyless, No. 29546; 1 lady's 14 ct. octagon shape, white dial, No. 1033 ; 1 do. 18 ct. English lever, gold dial, No. 5044; 1 do., white dial, No. 50637 ; 3 gold filled Walthams, " War- ranted 25 years " marked inside domes); 32 silver watches ( 2 English levers, Prescott make, Nos. 4 THE POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 1901. 79450, 176956; 1 eight- day, - 935, half the dial and balance showing; 1 English lever, " F. H. Hewertson, Lancaster," on barrel bar, bold dial, No. 61922 ; 1 do., extra heavy cases, thick dial, No. 6449; 1 do., light cases, No. 63878; 1 lever, compensation balance, 2 pair extras, No. 65001; 1 do., bold dial, No. 44950 ; 1 do., fusee make, plain balance, 1 pair extra jewels. No. 25200; 1 Swiss keyless, white dial, No. 12308; 3 do., key winders, Nos. 187151,187153, and 187156 ; 1 lady's silver Waltham lever, keyless, white dial, No. 8141756 ; 1 silver keyless Waltham, No. 8448812 ; 9 ladies' watches, ' 800 silver cases, metal domes ; 8 do., - 935 silver cases); gold rings ( 40 22 ct. wedding, " S. H. " stamped inside ; 22 lady's 9 ct. keepers, some marked " W. J. H." inside, some " K. B. S. P.," some " C. & B.' s," some " S. A C."; 72 do. 18 ct. dress, set diamonds, sapphires, rubies and pearls, some marked " T. & S.," some " L. B. S.," some « H. & S.," some have "- 422" deeply stamped inside; 36 18 ct. dress do., marked " H. & S." ; 1 18 ct. single stone diamond, claw setting ; 1 lady's, cluster diamond, 3 olivettes set in centre ; 2 do., half- hoop diamond, 5 stones; 6 do. mourning, set pearls, marked " W. S." insiile; some of the above may be marked " A. W. C. & Co." or " E. J. M." ; 18 18 ct. solid signets, some with Freemason's cross thereon, others plain, all marked " J. H." inside ; 22 9 ct. do., some set bloodstones, some sardonyx, others plain); 18 gold Alberts ( 1 9 ct. solid double, curb pattern ; 1 do., single, curb pattern, weight nearly 2 ozs.; 2 9 ct., dog link pattern ( all marked on bar and swivel " E. W. & S."); 3 9 ct., fancy patterns; 5 lady's long guards, stamped " 9 ct." on swivels (. 1 beicner pattern, 1 Prince of Wales do., 1 Prince of Wales and bar do.) ; 6 9 ct. gold tassel, various patterns) ; 2 9 ct. gold eyeglass chains, fine pattern ; 4 do. gold necklets ( 1 heart pendant, 1 pearl in centre) ; 8 15 ct. gold brooches, various settings of rubies, pearls and diamonds, some marked " A. W. C. & Co."; 8 9 ct. gold brooches, similar settings as above; 36 9 ct. gold pendants, con- sisting of compasses, lockets, gold keys, seals, mirrors, & c., some marked " J. G. S." ; 6 gold bracelets ( 1 15 ct., set 3 diamonds and 2 rubies, very broad ; 1 set double heart, diamond and ruby in centre of each ; others set pearls) ; 8 15 ct. gold pins, horseshoe pattern, some set pearls, 1 bat and ball, 1 combination diamond pin and stud; 12 lady's silver tassel Alberts, various patterns; 6 hall marked silver curb Alberts ( 1 4 ozs., others from 2 to 3 ozs.) ; 4 silver fancy pattern Alberts; 36 hall marked silver medals; 46 silver pendants, consisting of Jubilee sixpences,, shillings, threepenny and fourpenny pieces, all enamelled, shotted borders— Suspicion is attached to A MAX, age about 24, height about 5 ft. 4 in., slight build, complexion fair, thin face, clean shaved ; wearing dark overcoat with velvet collar, hard hat. Information to the Chief Constable, Lancaster. M— Salford [ Borough).— Between 2nd and 3rd inst., by shopbreaking, 2 pairs of Derby lace boots, plain vamps, brown soles and heels, black shank, machine stitched, sizes 6 and 8, " No. 70 " and " 7/ 6" scratched on sole of right boot; 2 pairs of lace boots, split goloshed, glove hide leg, toe caps, machine stitched, sizes 8 and 9, white soles, black heels, " 52" and " 5/ 11" on sole ; 1 pair of do., kid leg, calf goloshed, machine stitched, toe caps, square toes, size 7, " 80" and " 8/ 6 " stamped on sole ; 3 pairs of do., kid legs, calf goloshed, machine stitched, square toes. " Made for easy wear" stamped on sole, " 104" and " 10/ 6 " marked in ink on sole, white soles, black heels, sizes 7 and 8 ; 2 pairs of do., round toes ; 1 pair of do., split goloshed, glove hide leg, rivetted, brown sole, black shank and heel, size 9 " 42 " and " 4/ 11" marked on sole ( all new). Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall Salford. SUSSEX ( East). ^ Eastbourne ( Borough).— ith inst., a shovel, left corner worn ; 1 bricklayer's hod, ash stafE fitted into iron socket, painted brown; 1 do., oak stafE; 1 short handle pick; 1 black diagonal overcoat; 1 pepper and salt colour jacket, square cut; 1 nearly new shovel, " W. D." marked with tacks on front, 4 tacks on back of handle about 1 in. apart, forming a square; 1 German spirit level, mahogony case, about 2\ ft. by 4 in., makers name and " Hamburg " thereon. Information to Major Teale, Chief Constable, Eastbourne. PROPERTY FOUND. HAMPSHIRE. 97.— Aider shot [ County).— 25th ult. ( sup- posed stolen), a pneumatic safety bicycle, " The Singer Modele- de- Luxe," No. 139934, black enamelled, gold lined, usual parts plated, Dunlop- Welch back tyre, front tyre stamped " The Dunlop Tyre Co., Ltd., Toronto, Canada," Dunlop- Welch rims, 28 x If, turned- up handle bars, cork grips with black tips, rubber pedals, leather gear case with hern front, Brooks's saddle, brake, bell, mudguards and tool bag attached, transfer on head and back mudguard, Laureate lamp, patented by Messrs. Freeman, Thomas, & Co., Birmingham. Information to Supt. Hawkins, Aldershot. KENT. 98.— Gravesend ( Borough). — 2nd inst. ( supposed stolen), a pneumatic safety " Roadster" bicycle, transfer on head " Manufactured by the Stoneclink Cycle and Belting Co., Ltd., Birming- ham," Stoneclink through centre of transfer, " Stoneclink " on bottom tube, 24 in. frame, in. chain line, 28 in. wheels, Dunlop front tyre, Amalgamated Beeston back tyre, solid rims, B. S. A. pattern hubs, Middlemore and Lamplough saddle, steel mud- guards, flat handle bars, front tyre brake, Sterling bell, cork handle grips, Brampton B. chain, 63 in. cranks, 65 gear, usual parts plated, frame enamelled black. Information to Chief Constable Thornton, Gravesend. PROPERTY RECOVERED. HAMPSHIRE. 99. — Portsmouth ( Borough). — Tennis rackets, & c., Case No. 79, 16th August last. LANCASHIRE. 100. — 1Wig an ( County). — Microscope, Case No. 70, 8th inst. SUSSEX Z( East). 101.— Eastbourne ( Borough).— Ring, Case No. 101,25th ult. ANIMALS, & c., STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 102.— J Division.— 8th inst., a light bay mare, 15 hands, black points, clipped trace high ; and 4 sets of brass mounted harness ( 2 single, 2 double). Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. LEICES TERSHIRE. W— Leicester ( Borough). — 8th inst., a safety bicycle, " Royal Enfield" make, black enamelled, usual parts plated, Brooks's saddle, rat- trap pedals, free wheel, no gear case, bent handle bar, 30 in. front, 28 in. back wheel, new tyre front wheel, plate scratched left side of handle bar, Eadie's fittings, brass plate on front, " Royal Enfield" thereon, marked " Royal En- field " in several places, brown rims, gold lined. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Leicester. OXFORDSHIRE. 95.— Banbury ( County). — 7th inst., at Bourton, a brown Chesterfield overcoat, velvet collar, bone buttons. 11th inst., by burglary, a silver plated teapot; 1 coffee do.; 1 silver pint cup, " G. W." engraved on front; 1 pair lady's opera glasses, studded with imitation pearls, set on gold basis; 1 pair new watertight nailed boots, with toecaps. Information to Supt. Sutton, Banbury. DERBYSHIRE. 103.— Ashbourne ( County).— 28th ult., a dark brown cart filly, about 15 hands, rising 3 years, both hind feet white, small white mark on face, no hind shoes. Information to Supt. Burford, Ashbourne. PERSONS or BODIES FOUND. NOTTINGHAMSHIRE. 104. — Nottingham ( County). — 6th inst,, drowned in the River Soar at Sutton Bonnington, the body of A WOMAN, age about 40, length 5 ft., stout build, complexion fresh, hair black; dress, black skirt, pink and black blouse, pink print apron, black stockings, brown shoes, plain brass ring on 3rd left finger. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Harrop, Nottingham. APPREHENSIONS. 105 — Bedfordshire, Bedford ( Borough).— HARRY NALL, Case No. 8, 8th inst. 106. — Devonshire, Exeter ( City). — JOHN HENRY DALE, Case No. 13, 25th ult, 107. — Kent, Dover ( Borough). — J.- ED- WARDS, Case No. 27, 8th inst. 108. — Leicestershire, Leicester ( Borough).— GEORGE E. NUNDY", Case No. 32, 11th ult. 10'.).— Sussex ( East), Hove ( Borough). — CHARLES CAVA YE, Case No. 50, 8th inst. LATEST INFORMATION. APPREHENSION SOUGHT. YORKSHIRE ( North Riding). 110.— s car borough ( Borough). — For housebreaking and stealing bedding— HENRY THOMPSON, alias WINSTON, age 31, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, slightly pockmarked, hair brown, eyes grey, abscess scar below right ear, deep scar under chin ; wearing old clothing and cap. A rag gatherer ; native of Bradford. Stays at common lodging houses. Information to Chief Constable Riches, Scar- borough. PERSON IN CUSTODY. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. Ill— staple Hill ( County). — Committed for trial at Assizes, 19th inst., for sacrilege— THOMAS WILLIAM RITSON, alias WIL- LIAMS, age 47, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fair, hair, moustache, and side whiskers light brown, eyes grey, bird holding a letter in beak tattooed on right forearm, R inside left forearm; dress, plaid coat, vest and cap, moleskin trousers, nailed boots. A11 iron moulder; states he is a native of South Shields. Has been tramping the country. Supposed wanted elsewhere. Information to Supt, Cooke, Staple Hill. PROPERTY STOLEN. WORGES TERSHIRE. 112.— Worcester ( County).— 24th ult., at Churchill, 2 breech- loading guns ( 1st a double 12 gauge cross bolted action, No. 5139; 2nd a double 12 gauge, under leveraction, No. 2929); I powder flask and shot pouch. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Wasley, County Police Office, Worcester. YORKSHIRE ( East Riding). 113.— Welton ( County).— 4th inst., from a mail cart at Brough, a registered letter containing bank notes ( 3 £ 20 Bank of England, Nos. " 29036, London, dated 5th Feb., 1900, 23560, London, dated 5th April, 1900, J} 23561, London, dated 5th April, 1900; 1 £ 10 Bank of England, No. £ 48207, Leeds, dated 6th June, 1898; 6 £ 5 Bank of England, Nos. £ 85026, Leeds, dated 23rd June, 1899, • 88778, Leeds, dated 11th July, 1900, £ 43913, Hull, dated 11th Oct., 1900, 24919 and 26764, dated lltli Oct., 1900, £ 14624, London, dated 24th Dec., 1900; 1 £ 5 ' Yorkshire Bank, Selby, No. 301094; 5 £ 5 York City and County, Hull, No. 7367; Howden 1300, Howden 1542, Selby 6062, Selby 6574). Information to Supt. Walker, Welton, Brough. APPREHENSION. Metropolitan Police District, N Division.— GEORGE LOE, Case No. 5, 11th ult. LONDON.— PRINTED FOB HIS MAJESTY'S STATIONERY OFFIOE BY J. J. KKLIHER 4 Co., LTD., 99, VICTORIA STRBET S. W.; 3', » TFIN » WILLIAM STREET, B. C.; AND MARSHALSEA WORKS, S. E. 51125