PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, APRIL 17, 1903. VOL. XX., No. 2014. REGUL, 1. All communications for insertion in the POLICE GAZETTE, and all communi- cations relating to them, should be addressed to THB EDITOR OF THE POLICB GAZETTE NEW SCOTLAND YAED, LONDON, S. W. 8. Particula s concerning persons whose apprehension is sought will be inserted in one issue of the POLICE GAZETTE, if they are sufficient to enable action to be taken upon them by another force. 8. Particulars as to stolen property will be likewise inserted in one issue, if sufficient to enable the article in question to be thereby identified. 4. In all 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. 6. Portraits of persons whose apprehension is sought for serious offences, and engravings of stolen property, will be inserted at a cost of 7s. per portrait, and of 5s. per photograph or sketch of a stolen article, unless the article is large or unusually intricate, when the engravers' charge will range from 5s. to 10s. A remittance of Gs. should be made in the first instance for cost of engraving sketches. 8. Every announcement, if for the apprehension of a person, must be guaranteed by the signature of an officer of not less rank than Superintendent; and if the name of such person is required to be inserted and no warrant is in force j against him, the requisition must be signed by the chief officer of police, or his immediate dijiury, of the county, city, or borough, as the case may be. &. TIOXS. 7. Announcements concerning stolen property must be guaranteed by an officer of not less rank than Inspector, or analogous thereto. 8. Announcements of all persons to be apprehended or of stolen property bear a number, and as far as practicable they arc alphabetically arranged by counties. 9. The force which causes particulars concerning delinquents or stolen property to be inserted in the POLICE GAZETTE, must, on their apprehension or recovery, at once transmit to the Editor notice of the fact, referring to the number of the announcement, for insertion in the next issue. 10. In all cas the officer signing the request for the insertion ' tf any announcement will be wholly responsible for any proceedings which . nay result from such publication. 11. Announcements for the Friday issue should be forwarded so as to be received not later than noon on Wednesday, and for the Tuesday edition not later than Saturday morning. They must be clearly written on one side of the paper only; they must be in the usual form , and accompanied by a con ring letter. 12. All payments must be in advance, either at the office, New Scotland Yard, by Postal Order, or by Post Office Order, payable at Parliament Street Post Office. 15. Announcements concerning property lost or persons missing can only be accepted on payment; and the charges for the insertion of the same will be given on application. THE EDITOR, New Scotland Yard, London, S. W. 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 Mai. la Vale, N. W. ( P. G., No. 1862, November 1st, 1901, and 1952, September 12th, 1902.) BEVINGTON, ARTHUR CLAUDE, alias HILTON and THORNTON. ( P. G., No. 1998, February 20th, 1903.) DAVIS & CO., 9 Peckham Park Road, and ALc RED & CO., 26 Denmark Hill, S. E. ( P. G., No. 1968, November 7th, 1902.) DAY, ERNEST, 439 Old Kent Road, S. E. ( P. G., No. 1868, November 22nd, 1901.) EDWARDS, GEORGE, alias AMERICAN FRANK. ( P. G., No. 1676, January 19th, 1900, and 1876, December 20th, 1901.) GOLD BRICK SWINDLE. ( P. G., No. 1898, March 7th, 1902.) HENRIKSON, HENRI, alias HENDERSON. ( P. G., No. 1860, October 25th, 1901.) HOFRICHTER, OTTO. ( P. G., No. 1882, January 10th, 1902.) HYPOLITE CO. ( P. G., No. 1746, September 21st, 1900, and 1876, December 20th, 1901.) SPANISH SWINDLE. ( P. G., No. 1994, February 6th, 1903.) THE CIGAR KTTE, CEMENT, AND MARKING INK FRAUD. ( P. G., No. 1914, May 2nd, 1902.) SPECIAL NOTICE. In certain cases questions have arisen as to the payment for photographs applied for by Police Forces under Home Office circular of 15th March, 1897. The Registrar of Habitual Criminals is therefore authorised by the Secretary of State to say that, in any ordinary case, a photograph is not necessary to enable his Department to identify a prisoner, the measurements and finger prints being sufficient for the purpose ; but if a photo- graph is applied for, or if, in any rare case, it should be required to complete the identification, the cost will be charged to the Police Force interested. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 1 — A Division.— For stealing £ 24 3s.— FRED HUDSON, age 45, height 5 ft, 6 in., square shoulders, complexion pale, hair dark brown, eyes blue, scar right cheek, walks lame, of somewhat sinister appearance, hands contracted through rheumatic gout; dress, blue serge jacket suit, long dark overcoat, black bowler hat, side spring boots. A native of Yorkshire; may seek employment as a clerk. Warrant issued. 2.—£ 2 Division.— For stealing ( bailee) £ 15— ALBERT STURNEY, age 24, height 5 ft. 9J in., complexion sallow, hair dark brown, mous- tache inclined to ginger, eyes brown; dress, navy blue jacket and vest, dark grey plaid trousers, red tie, grey cap, " S " in centre of lining. A native of Maxstoke, near Coleshill, Warwickshire. Is a deserter since 27th ult., from the 2nd Battalion Coldstream Guards, Chelsea. 3.— B Division, — For obtaining £ 8 by false pretences— FRED CLIFFORD, age 37, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fair, hair and mous- tache light brown, eyes blue, American accent, ends of 1st and 2nd left fingers missing; dress, blue serge suit, dark tweed overcoat, hard felt hat. He repre- sented himself as an engineer employed by the Westinghouse Co., Colorado. Has stayed at hotels in Bristol, Chester, Liverpool, Leicester, Notting- ham, Worcester, and York. Warrant issued. 4.— C Division » — For stealing a cheque book containing 5 cheques on the London and County Bank ( King Street, Hammersmith Branch), and a small brown leather bag— RALPH ENDERBY, alias CROSBY HALL, age 61, height 5 ft. 6 in., slight build, round shoulders, complexion pale, thin features, hair, moustache, heavy eyebrows, and eyes ( sunken) grey, aquiline nose, several front teeth deficient; dress, frock coat and vest, dark trousers, black vicuna -' overcoat, silk facings, lined black satin, silk hat with mourning band, lace boots. A journalist. Warrant issued. 5.— K Division.— For fraudulentlv mis- applying £ 32, 25th February last— CHARLES SKELTON, age 40 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion sallow, hair and eyes grey, sturdy gait, is fond of posing as a Scotchman. Warrant issued. G.— R Division.— For obtaining money by false pretences ROPER, alias MOHUN, age 56, height 5 ft. 9 in., stout build, complexion fair, hair brown, heavy moustache ginger, turning grey; wearing a brown overcoat, black hard felt hat. He calls on bakers, millers, & c., represents himself to be a canvasser for the Bakers' Times, and obtains money for advertisements, on a promise to supply a copy of the paper for 6 months. Warrant issued. 7.— T Division*— For failing to appear in answer to a Bench Notice ( he having been bound over 24th May last, at Brentford Petty Sessions, on conviction of unlawful possession)— CECIL WILSON, s/ 8021, age 19, height 5 ft. 3 in., com- plexion fresh, hair brown, eyes hazel. Warrant issued. 8.— W Division.— For stealing 7 white ivorv handle razors, in black leather case, and £ 9 Is. 7d.— JAMES PEARL, age 26, height 5 ft. 1 in., complexion sallow, hair black, eyes dark, of Jewish appearance; dress, black morning suit and cap. A hairdresser; native of Kennington, London. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BERKSHIRE. 9.— Maidenhead ( Coiwtyl— For stealing furniture— ARTHUR DAY, age about 55, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion fresh, hair ( bald on top) grey, moustache dark, eyes blue, peculiar chin, with dimple in centre, walks badly; wearing greenish grey dust coat with velvet collar ( much worn), plaid cap. He advertised for a house- keeper, and during her absence sold her furniture. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Dorrell. Maidenhead. BUG KING HA MS HIRE. 10— Buckingham { County).— For obtain- ing by false pretences, 18th ult., an " Ariel" bicycle, black enamelled frame, flat handle- bars with black tips ( 1 missing), odd rat- trap pedals, back mudguard stays broken and bound with copper wire, circular leather splasher on front mudguard, back outside tyre has been repaired, transfer, " Ariel " on front ball head and back mudguard— THOMAS ELLIOTT, age about 28, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion pale, hair and moustache dark, whiskers about a week's growth, may now be clean shaved, speaks with broad Scotch accent; dress, dark grey striped suit anJ cap, blue scarf with red stripes, wearing imitation gold curb watch chain. He obtained the above bicycle by stating that he had been re « ® mmended by a tradesman, whose card he produced. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Clarke, Buckingham. CHESHIRE. 11.— Crewe ( County).— For stealing ( bailee), 21st ult., a pair of large shears— WILLIAM DOWLING, a Scotchman, age about 65, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., complexion pale, hair, whiskers and moustache grey, walks badly; dress, old dark suit. Is accompanied by his wife. He tramps the country with a scissor- grinding machine, calls upon tailors and produces a book containing 4 T H E P O L I C E G A Z E T T E. TUESDAY, APRIL 21, 1903. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued)— testimonials recommending his work. Stays at common lodging houses. Is well known throughout England, Wales, and the South of Scotland. Warrant issued. 12.— Crewe { County).— For stealing from his lodgings, 2nd inst., a silver hunter watch, double case, hinge of front case broken, steel chain and small key attached; and a square basket with handle on top— DAVID TAYLOR ( supposed false), age about ' 20, height 5 ft. 1 in., complexion sallow, hair worn on forehead, dark, front lower teeth irregular; dress, dark rough serge jacket, black vest and trousers, grey muffler with black stripes, plaid cap, light lace boots. Warrant issued. 13 — Crowe ( Counti/).— For Ktealine ( hailep) a bicycle ( recovered)— HARRY BRIGHTMAN, age 24 to 26, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fair, hair brown, moustache light; dress, dark jacket, brown cord or dark trousers, coloured muffler, dark cap, heavy lace boots. Appearance of a labourer. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Pearson, Crewe. DEVONSHIRE. 1- i — Devonport ( Borough).— For stealing £ 10 entrusted to him to change at a bank, 27th ult.— W. DESMOND, age about 25, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., slight build, complexion pale, thin face, sharp nose, hair and small moustache brown, several scars or boil marks each side of neck under jaw, glands swollen; dress, dark coat and vest, blue trousers, red tie, black and white check cap. A native of London. Has been employed as a porter. Stated he was a furrier, and previously worked in London. Warrant issued. Information to Head Constable Matters, Devon- port. ESSEX. 15.— Chelmsford ( Cininty).— For stealing, 9th inst., a No. 4 style gramophone and case; small white tablet on gramophone with " Dace & Son, Music Sellers, 21 High Street, Col- chester, and 5 London Road, Chelmsford," also makers, " Gramophone Company, 31 Maiden Lane, London, in gilt letters thereon, oak stand, turn table lined green baize, black enamelled trumpet, with 2 gold lines around; black patent leather case, fastens with lock and straps; 24 records (" Once we were Sweethearts," " Play that melody again," " Amoureuse Band," " Beautiful Star," " Cornfield melody," " Larboard Watch," • Sleigh Ride," " Little Cotton Dolly," " The Country Girl "); 1 box of needles; a concert sound box— A MAN, who gave the name of CHARLES HARRIS, age 28 to 30, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, clean shaved, of good address; dress, bluish grey suit, blue wrapper, hard felt hat, button boots. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable of Essex, Chelmsford. — Romford ( County). — For larceny < trick)— A MAN, age about 30, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion fresh, large scar across one cheek; wearing a long grey overcoat. He offered for sale a diamond ring in case, with an invitation to have it tested by a local jeweller, entrusted it to an intending purchaser for that purpose, and during discussion as to the price substituted a worthless imitation ring in a similar case. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Creasy, Romford. 17•— Thorpe- le- Soken ( County).— For obtaining food and lodgings by false pretences at Clacton- on- Sea, between 23rd February and 5th ult.— HARRY GRAHAM ( supposed false), age * bout 45, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion fresh, hair dark, beard trimmed, heavy mous- tache, fleshy lump about the size of a walnut near right eye; dress, grey mixture suit, hard felt hat, brown kid gloves, may be wearing a grey overcoat. He represented that he was an agent for the London and Norwich Furnishing Company. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Jones, Thorpe- le- Soken. HAMPSHIRE. 18.— Alton ( County).— For larceny, 1st inst. - JOHN WEST, alitt* SAILOR JACK, age 50, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion sallow, hair ( turning grey) brown, eyes grey, ship tattooed back one hand. May be found at common lodging- houses, or on public works. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. James, Alton. 19.— Portsmouth ( Bormiqh).— For neglect- ing his 3 children— WILLIAM ANTHONY SCOTT, age about 37, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., stout build, complexion and hair ( bald on top) dark, may be growing a moustache; dress, dark suit and cap. An engineer's fitter. Absconded 1st inst. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Portsmouth. 20.— Southampton ( Borough).— For steal- ing ( bailee), 27bh March last, a bicycle ( recovered) — A MAN. name supposed GRANT, age about 25, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fair, hair dark, clean shaved, eyes brown, wearing dark clothes, motor cap, patent boots. Stated he was an insur- ance agent. n.- Southampton ( Borough).— For steal- ing from a boarding house, 8th inst., a lady's gold keyless watch ( No. 487108); 1 double case gold watch, " R. C." on back; 1 fur- lined cloak; 1 pair of new shoes; 1 light overcoat, marked on tab " Cape Town "; 1 light mackintosh, with brown velvet collar; 1 lady's large fur, cut square over shoulders, long in front; 2 umbrellas, 1 gold- mounted, the other silver- mounted; 1 £ 5 note; 1 pocket- book, containing ship's papers; a parrot; and about £ 1— Expiree GEORGE McGREGOR WATTS, alias GEORGE WATSON, WILLIAM ROBERTSON, and GEORGE WATT, Office No. 3153- 02, age 35, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion fresh, pockmarked, hair light brown ( clean shaved), eyes grey ( cast in right); scar bridge of nose, left forefinger and 2 right elbow, dot between left thumb and forefinger; dress, dark suit. Has been convicted at Glasgow, Stockton, Jarrow, Thornaby, Durham, and at many Metropolitan Courts. 22 — Southampton ( Borough).- For fail- ing to appear to a summons for keeping a brothel — WILLIAM STONE, age about 56, height about 6 ft., stoops slightly, complexion fresh, hair dark brown, turning grey, eyes grev, limps; dress, pro- bably, dark suit, long dark overcoat, cap, usually carries a stick. A boarding or lodging- house keeper. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, South- ampton. HERL FORDS HIRE. 23.— Hereford ( County).— For attempted murder at Lugg Bridge, 27th ult.— ERNEST CLEALAND WEBB, age 24, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, clean shaved, eyes ( full) grey, large head, prominent forehead; dress, dark cloth vest, brown grey trousers, patch on right hip, heavy nailed boots with tips. A labourer or gardener; native of Lingen. Suffers from religious mania and may be found at Church Army Homes or Salvation Army Shelters. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Cope, Shire Hall, Here- ford. 24.— Ledbury ( County).— For non- payment of £ 4 14s. maintenance arrears— JOHN WEBB, age 43, height 5 ft. 7 in., stoops slightly, com- plexion fresh, hair ( parted in centre) and mous- tache light, eyes blue; dress, grey suit, black hard hat, brown leggings. A butcher; native of Michaelchurch, near Ross. Warrant issued. Photograph can be seen on application. A reward of £ 1 will be paid by Ellen Webb, Led- bury, to any person giving such information as will lead to the arrest of Webb. Information to Supt. Phillips, Ledbury. £ 2 REWARD. 25.— Ross ( County).— For deserting his wife and 5 children— GEORGE GILBERT, age 34, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion pale, hair dark, eyes grey, lame right leg, suffers with rheumatism; dress, dark suit, light cap, heavy nailed boots. A farm labourer; supposed a native of Bath, Som- ersetshire. Warrant issued. The above reward will be paid by Mr. George Frederick Minett, Clerk to the Board of Guard- ians, Ross, to any person giving such information as will lead to the arrest of above. £ 2 REWARD. 26.— Ross ( County).— For deserting his wife and 2 children— JAMES COTTERELL, age 40, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion pale, thin features, hair dark brown, eyes brown, several cut scars under chin and front of neck; dress, blue pilot jacket, moleskin trousers, black cap, heavy nailed boots. A labourer; native of Aston Ingham. May seek employment on public works. Warrant issued. The above reward will be paid by Mr. George Frederick Minett, Clerk to the Board of Guard- ians, Ross, to any person giving such information as will lead to the arrest of above. 27.— Ross { County).— For obtaining, 22nd December last, by false pretences, a No. 1 " Ariel" spring- frame bicycle, 1902 pattern, 25 in. diamond frame, gold lined, No. 345, 7 in. cranks, rubber pedals, Dunlop tyres, plated rims, Crabbe front thumb- rim brake, raised handle bar with combi- nation grips, plated pump and clips, 2 transfers on frame, 1 on back of mud guard " Ariel," ratchet freewheel, back pedalling brake, \ in. by 3- 16 in. chain, Lycett saddle, bell attached— ERNEST SPENCER, age about 28, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion dark, hair ( parted in centre) dark brown, slight moustache dark, eyes blue, speake with North Country accent; dress, dark reefer jacket and vest, dark trousers, black and white large check tie, black hard hat, rather heavy lace boots, wearing a steel watch chain. Stated he was a pianoforte tuner, and had come from a London firm; also that he was a native of Oldham. ( Se « Case No. 21, 9th January, and No. 20, 27th Febru- ary last). Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Jordan, Ross. ISLE GF WIGHT. 28.— Newport ( County). — For obtaining 10s. by false pretences at Yarmouth, 9th February last— GEORGE KING, age 29, height about 5 ft. 9 in., slight build, complexion fair, hair brown, moustache light; dress, supposed brown suit, may be wearing cord trousers, brown cap. A blacksmith; native of Shanklin. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Ayres, Quay Street, Newport. KENT. 29.— Chatham ( County).— For deserting his wife— HENRY DAY. age 29, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh, hair ( curly in front) dark brown, eyes grey, cut scar bridge of nose and left side of head, bracelet tattooed on one wrist, rings on fingers of one hand, female both forearms. A native of Rochester. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Sargent, Chatham. 30 — Dover ( Borough).— For stealing, 8th inst., a bicycle ( recovered)— GEORGE WHITE, alias WARNER, age about 22, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion fair, moustache light; dress, blue serge suit and cap, red plaid tie. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Knott, Dover. 31 .— Margate ( Borough)— For embezzle- ment— G. RANDOLPH GEMMELL, age about 35, height 5 ft., complexion fresh, sharp features, hair light brown, eyes light, rather large nose, thick at end, a few faint indentation marks on face, speaks in an affected manner, is fond of talking of Canada and the West Indies. An advertisement canvasser. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Ellerington, Margate. 32.— Ramsgate { Borough).— For falsifica- tion of accounts— CECIL DAWES, age about 30, height about 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair and slight moustache dark, stoops slightly; dress, blue serge suit, black tie, black hard felt hat. A butcher's manager. He left for London 7th inst.; will no doubt endeavour to proceed to Canada. Warrant issued. 33 .— Ramsgate ( Borough)— For obtaining £ 10 by false pretences— MARY HARRIS, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., complexion fre9h, full face, hair dark, small eyes; wearing a black fur ^- length jacket, turn down collar, bell sleeves, black sailor hat with black band, black woollen gloves. She represented that a friend of the person upon whom she called had sent her for the above amount for the purpose of paying the duty on a legacy which had been left to her, and that the money would be returned the following day. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Jones, Ramsgate. LANARKSHIRE. 34.— Glasgow ( City).— For stealing £ 683, consisting of 6 £ 100 and 83 £ 1 notes of the National Bank of Scotland— JOSEPH NEIL, age 15, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion pale, large nose, hair light, eyes small; dress, blue serge suit, sup- posed greenish colour overcoat, black scarf with white spots, imitation pearl pin, black felt hat.— DAVID McFARLANE, age 16, looks older, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., slight build, square shoulders; dress, blue serge suit, dark overcoat, round dark felt hat, brown boots. Both natives of Glasgow. They left bv train 4th inst. for the south. May endeavour to proceed to Canada. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Glasgow. TUESDAY, APRIL 28, 1903. T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. 3 PORTRAITS OF PERSONS WANTED. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 35.— Criminal Investigation De- partmentm — For forgery, and obtaining money by a forged document— RHYS GORING THOMAS, age 38, height 5 ft. 8£ in., complexion sallow, hair ( wavy) dark brown, large mouth, thick lips, dilated nostrils, limps slightly on left leg; well dressed. A native of Glamorganshire. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. HER TFORDSHIRE. 36. Hitch in ( County).— For stealing. 2nd December, 1902, a lady's " Excelsior " bicycle, No. 46438, 20 in. frame, old Dunlop tyre on front, new Warwick tyre on back wheel— CHARLES PARSONS, age about 21, height about 5 ft. 4 in. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( cordlnued)— LANCASHIRE. 37.— Kirkham ( Comity).— For housebreak- ing, between 1st and 8th inst., at Thornton— A MAN, age 24, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, slight moustache brown, small nose, rather deaf, good teeth, tattoo mark on inside of left forearm; dress, dark grey jacket, dark trousers and cap, green silk scarf with red spots, shoes. During the summer months he frequents seaside resorts, at other times gathers rags, & c. Absconded 9th inst. Information to Supt. Ormerod, Kirkham. 38 — Manchester ( City).— For failure to report — Supervisee WILLIAM MULLINS, Office No. 2326- 02, age 36, height 5 ft. 0J in., com- plexion fresh, hair grey, eyes blue, partly deaf. Sentenced at Birmingham Sessions, 9th October, 1901, to 12 months hard labour and 2 years super- vision, for larceny. Liberated ( on remission) 25th August last. Has also been convicted at Wake- field, Preston, Leicester, Winchester, and in Lon- don. - Supervisee WILLIAM JONES, alias WILLIAM VAUGHAN, GREEN, and EVANS, Office No. 2927- 01, age 44, height 5 ft. 5 in., com- plexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes grey, scar left cheek, and dot back of right wrist. Sentenced at Birmingham Sessions, 29th April, 1901, to 6 months hard labour and 2 years supervision for larceny. Has also been convicted at Halifax. Information to Chief Constable Peacock, Man- chester. NORFOLK. 39.— Norwich ( County).— For failing to surrender to bail at Norfolk Quarter Ses- sions, for unlawful wounding— MAUD HUFFEY, age 32, height 5 ft. 5 in., stout build, complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, thick lips; wearing black jacket, dark dress, black trimmed hat, heavy lace boots. A native of Bury St. Edmunds. Hawks oranges. May be accompanied by A MAN, age 28, height 5 ft. 2 in., slight build, com- plexion fresh, hair brown, moustache light, eyes blue. A rag and bone gatherer; stays at common lodging houses or low public houses. Warrant issued. Information to Inspector Flint, County Police Office, Norwich. NOR THA MP TONS HIRE. 40. — Northampton ( Borough). — For larceny ( lodgings), 8th inst.— JAMES BLAND, age 18, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, anchor, " Lizzie," and cross tattooed on right forearm, cross, " Tom, Thomp- son, Ben, Alice, and Mary," left forearm; dress, brown mixture short jacket suit, light colour over- coat, grey cap. A bricklayer's labourer; native of Leicester. He belongs to the Leicestershire Militia. Absconded 8th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Mardlin, Northampton. NOTTINGHAMSHIRE. 41.— Newark ( Borough).— For stealing, 31st ult., a silver English lever watch, No. 30138, nearly new, and £ 6 Is. 6d.— JOHN BARBER, age about 25, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh, hair and slight moustache dark brown; dress, black morning coat, light mixture trousers and cap. A watch repairer; native of Stockton- on- Tees. Has been previously convicted. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Challen, Newark. complexion fair, hair brown. Is believed to be employed in the paper trade in the City of London. War ran f » issued Information to the Deputy Chief Constable of Herts, Hitchin- PEMBROKESHIRE. 42.— Haverfordwest Castle ( County). — For stealing a dark red- brown tweed jacket suit, brown lining, dark brown but- tons, 4 pockets outside, " Morrison and Wilkes, Tailors, Conduit Street, London" and " R. E. Middleton" on tab in inside pocket; 1 blue flannel jacket suit with light stripe; 1 dark green knitted silk tie; 2 white shirts, " R. E. Middleton " on front of both; 1 pair brown shoes; 1 black oxidised silver cigarette case, with blue stone in clasp; 1 opal and diamond pin, heart shape; 1 blank cheque, No. 18603, and about £ 7 — JOHN JAMES KELLY, age about 20, height 5 ft. 5i in., complexion fair, hair light, eyes brownish- grey, slight varicose veins left calf; may be wearing the stolen clothing. A gardener; native of Douglas, Isle of Man. Is a desei- ter from the Shropshire Light Infantry. Warrant issued. 13 — Haverfordwest Castle ( County). — For stealing £ 70, between 4th and 6th inst . at. Pembroke Dock— ARTHUR G. MULLIS, age 22|, height 5 ft. 4J in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes brown; dress, dark blue suit, or black jacket and vest, light trousers, light grey cap or black felt hat. A lance- sergeant of the Shropshire Light Infantry. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Haver- fordwest Castle. SHROPSHIRE. 44 — Oswestry ( County).— For stealing a Salvation Army collecting box and contents— GEORGE MEAKIN, age about 42, height 5 ft. 10 or 11 in., complexion fresh, face pockmarked! hair and heavy moustache dark brown! eyes dark, front teeth missing, except one which is rather large, loud rough voice, appearance of a heavy drinker; dress! blue rough serge coat, black vest, grey trousers! long dark brown overcoat, black hard hat, lace boots. He frequently preached at Salvation Army meetings. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Lewis, Oswestry. SOMERSETSHIRE. 45— Frome ( County).— For obtaining food and lodgings by false pretences— HUGH SIG- GLETON, an American or German, age 36, height 5 ft., complexion dark, hair dark brown! eyes ( slight cast in one) grey, large scar below right elbow; dress, blue coat and vest, navy blue trousers, navy blue cap or soft felt hat. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Rawlings, Frome. STAFFORDSHIRE. 46.— Burslem ( County"*.- For desertirg his wife and family, 10th ult.— JOHN WOODALL, alias JOHN BOOTH, age 38, height 5 ft. 2i in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache brown," eyes grey, soldier right, " H" left forearm, : J. Woodall " left shin. A bricklayer's labourer. Native of Burslem. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Supt. Hill, Burslem. 17.— Longton ( County).— For stealing, 23rd ult., a safety bicycle, road racer, dropped handle- bars, 25- in. frame, Clipper tyres, black rims, 2 red lines round back rim, transfer on head, " Richards, Beau Ideal, Wolverhampton"— A MAN, age about 22, height 5 ft. 6 in., rather stout build, complexion rather pale, full round face, hair dark brown, clean shaved; dress, dark blue suit, bowler hat, heavy lace boots. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Oakden, Longton. 48.— Stone ( County).— For stealing ( bailee) a bicycle, 2nd inst.— WILLIAM DRINKWATER, alias DRINKALL, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, thin features, hair and moustache dark brown; dress, black morning coat, grey striped trousers, black tie, and hard felt hat, spring side boots. A tramping tailor; native of London. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Bishop, Stone. SUFFOLK ( East). 49.— Ipswich ( Borough).— For stealing, on or about 25th ult., a gold wedding ring; 1 silver Geneva watch, '' Paris Exhibition" on inside case; 1 silver Albert chain, long links, sixpence attached; and 4s. 6d.— OLIVER JONES, age about 21, height 5 ft. 10 or 11 in., weight 11 stones, com- plexion fair, high cheek bones, hair light brown; dress, dark jacket suit with light stripe, bow tie, mixed cloth motor cap, lace boots. A stone mason; carries his tools in a knapsack. Is a mem- ber of the Operative Masons' Society, Stonecutter Street, London, E. C. Stated he was apprenticed in London. Absconded 27th ult. Warrant issued. Information to Lieut.- Col. Russell, Chief Con- stable, Ipswich. SURREY. oO.— Farnham ( County).— For stealing, 4th inst., at Ash, a black nun's- veiling skirt, trimmed black lace; 1 black silk underskirt; 1 black skirt, trimmed black lace and ribbon; 1 black silk blouse, trimmed lace: 1 heliotrope muslin blouse, trimmed white lace; 1 red flannelette blouse, trimmed white lace; 1 light green do.; 1 white satin hat, trimmed black lace and 2 paste ornaments; 1 dark water- proof; 1 black umbrella, gilt top to handle; 1 brown tin hatbox, " J. E. Hawes " thereon; 1 gold gipsy ring; 1 dress ring, set 3 sapphires and 3 brilliants ( 1 missing); 1 string of pearls; 1 pair brown leather shoes with straps— MINNIE JONES, age 20, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, u) ci> blue; wearing some of the stolen clothing. Supposed a native cf CT near Sheffield. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Simmonds, Farnham. 4 T H E POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, APRIL 17, 1908. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT { continued)— SUSSEX ( East). 51 Brighton ( Borough).— For embezzle- ment, 7th ult.— ALBERT JENNER, age 18, height 5 ft. 7 in., hair light, short sighted, abscess mark right side of jaw ; dress, brown jacket and trousers, fawn colour vest, cap. A journeyman baker; absconded 7th ult. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Gentle, Brighton. 5' 2.— Eastbourne ( Borough).— For stealing .£ 21 by trick, between 23rd and 31st ult. A WOMAN, who gave the name of SMITH, age about 45, height about 5 ft. 5 in., stout build, complexion fair, hair brown, eyes ( small) blue, mole sup- posed right side of chin; dress, black and white large check flannelette bodice, dark skirt, grey mixture shawl with fringe, large black straw hat, rather heavy lace boots, sometimes wears a light blue tie, rings on fingers of both hands. Hawks lace, which she carries in a white wicker basket. Warrant issued. Information to Major Teale, Chief Constable, Eastbourne. WILTSHIRE. .">:>.— Swindon ( County\— For conspiracy to defraud— TOM TAYLOR, alias TOM CURLY, and THOMAS ADAMTHWAITE, age 49, height 5 ft. li in., complexion fresh, moustache ( curled at ends) light brown, eyes grey, right wrist has been broken, mole back of neck; wearing dark grey overcoat, broad seam down back, black and white plaid cap, gold keyless watch, monogram " G. T." on back, and massive gold Albert, with spade guinea, George IV., attached. Sentenced at Central Criminal Court, 10th February, 1899, to 18 months imprisonment for fraud— A MAN, age 35, height 5 ft. 4 in., inclined to be stout, > mall moustache brown, usually wears a brown over- coat. A dragsman, known as BUTTER JACK. WILLIAM THOMPSON ( see Case No- 36, 28th June, 1901, and ILLUSTKATED CIRCULAR, No. 19, photograph No. 11), age 48, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes grey, scar right side of neck, long cut scar left eyebrow. A native of Taunton, Somerset. Sentenced at Not- tingham Quarter Sessions. 4th June, 1895, to 6 months imprisonment for larceny; at Worcester Quarter Sessions, 21st June, 1896, to 9 months for obtaining money by false pretences; at Essi x Quarter Sessions, 12th February, 1902, to 12 months for obtaining money by false pretences ( See Case No. 55, 13th ult. Amended descrip- tion). Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Robinson, Swindon. WO ROES TERSHIRE. 54.— Dudley ( Borough).— For stealing £ 110, 27th ult.— HARRY OSWALD MANTLE, age 17, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., stout build, complexion fresh, hair brown, reserved manner; dress, dark suit, cap and 7- length overcoat. A carpenter; native of Dudley. May endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Supt. Speke, Dudley. YORKSHIRE ( North Riding). 55. — Scarborough ( Borough). — For stealing ( bailee) a bicycle ( recovered)— GERALD ARTHUR VAVASOUR, age 22, height 6 ft., complexion pale, hair brown, slight moustache light, eyes hazel, scar on one knuckle of right hand. A clerk; native of Dublin. Is a deserter from the Royal Garrison Artillery. Absconded 2nd ult. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Basham, Scar- borough. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 50. Wakefield ( County).— For embezzl- ing £ 6 13s. 6d. the monies of the Nostell Branch of the Yorkshire Miners Association— GEORGE KAYE, age about 37, height 5 ft. 7 in., stout build, complexion fresh, full face, freckled, hair and moustache ( inclined to ginger) light brown; dress, dark grey double- breasted jacket suit, drab colour overcoat, cap, lace boots. A native of Barnsley. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Crow, Court House, Wakefield. • r> 7.— York ( City).— Vox stealing £ 2 Jos. from his lodgings, 1st inst.— CHARLES BROOK ( sup- posed false), age about 36, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., hair and moustache black, eyes dark; dress, dark tweed suit, black silk tie with blue stripes, black hard felt hat, lace boots. He took lodgings and stated that he was a boiler inspector. Warrant issued. 58.— York ( City).— For stealing £ 13 8s., 28th ult.— JAMES HUDSON, age 25, height 5 ft. 3| in., complexion pale, hair light brown, clean shaved, eyes blue, clasped hands, heart, shamrock, " Kitty Godfrey," etc., right forearm; dress, new dark suit, brown boots. A shoemaker; native of Bradford. Stays at common lodging- houses. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Burrow, York. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 59.— Criminal Investigation De- partment.— Kemanded till 22nd inst., for perjury— HENRY FENNEMORE GEORGE, age 33, height 5 ft. 10A in., complexion fair, hair and moustache light, eyes blue, scars on left cheek ( near ear), and on right wrist, 3 moles right fore- arm ; dress, grey tweed jacket suit, black hard felt hat. He traded as Henry's Private Detective Agency, Manchester. 60.— N Division•— Remanded till 21st inst.' at Waltham Abbey Petty Sessions, charged with the unlawful possession of a grey gelding pony, 11 hands, lame both hind legs, in poor condition; a set of old brass- mounted harness; and a coster- nionger's cart, old, painted red— THOMAS STREET, age 33, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes brown, scar on forehead; dress, black jacket and vest, velvet collars, cord trousers, blue Melton overcoat, black cap, lace boots. A native of Canning Town. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. DORSETSHIRE. til. — Dorchester ( County).— Heinanded till 20th inst., for larceny— PATRICK McLOGHLIN, alias LEE, an Irishman, age 70, height 6 ft. 2£ in., complexion fresh, hair ( very bald) grey, eyes hazel; dress, blue Norfolk jacket, old blue trousers, dark cap. Information to Supt. Burden, Dorchester. KENT. 62. — Dover ( Borough).— Sentenced, 11th inst., to 6 weeks imprisonment for stealing ( bailee) a bicycle— ARTHUR EDWARD SMITH, age 22, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fair, hair light brown, eyes blue, scar near right ear; dress, dark suit, motor cap, tie with white and green stripes. States he is a native of Hammersmith. Supposed wanted elsewhere. Information to Chief Constable Knott, Dover. WILTSHIRE. 63— Swindon ( County).— JOHN BAKER ( see Case No. 55, 13th ult.), sentenced, 8th inst., at Wilts Quarter Sessions to 12 months imprison- ment, for conspiracy. Information to Supt. Robinson, Swindon. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT til.— C Division.— 6th inst., by shopbreak- ing, a 15 ct. gold chain bangle, pearl and turquoise bow, " 44 P. 7 " scratched on snap, in a brown leather case, lined white satin, " Benton & Co., 172 Regent Street," in gold letters inside; 1 9 ct. gold snaffle bracelet, bolt ring in centre; 1 do. curb bracelet, coin pendant, set sapphire, in red plush case, " Benton & Co., 172 Regent Street," in gilt letters inside; 1 gold heart locket, set pearls, ruby in centre, " 14 P. 60," scratched on back; 1 gold heart pendant, ruby and diamond in centre, " 1 I'. " scratched on back; 11 gold fancy pins ( 1 set turquoise, surrounded by diamonds, screws to form stud, " P" and figures scratched on back, in brown leather case, lined white satin, " Benton & Co., 172 Regent Street," in gilt letters inside; 1 set flower and rose diamonds; 1 enamel acorn, set 2 pearls; 1, 2 turquoise and diamond; 1, 3 diamonds; 1 single stone opal; 1 opal and diamond plum ; 1 opal and diamonds; 1 opal and 3 diamonds Fleur- de- lis; 1 opal, surrounded by 4 diamonds; 1 ruby, surrounded by 4 diamonds ( screws to form stud); 2 plain gold pins, shape of dogs, 1 poodle, 1 setter; 3 9 ct. gold neck chains, small link pattern; I platinum do.; 1 pair round gold sleeve links, blue enamel, diamond in centre, " P" and figures scratched on back, in a brown leather case, lined white satin, " Benton & Co., 172 Regent Street," in gilt letters inside. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Pplicc Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. ESSEX. 65 — Colchester ( County).— 8th inst., from Frating Church, a brass altar cross, about 10 in. high, 6 in. across; 2 flower vases, about 6 in. high, narrow in centre, large at top; 2 plain brass candle- sticks, about 24 in. high; 1 plain candlestick, un- screwed from socket. ' Information to Supt. Ackers, Colchester. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 66.— Gloucester { County).— Between ilth and 13th inst. by officebreaklng, an Edward VI. shilling; 1 Elizabeth do.; 2 do. sixpences, 1561, 1562; 1 do. threepenny piece, 1575; 1 do. penny, 1572; 1 James I. shilling; 1 do. sixpence; 2 Charles I. 2s. 6d. pieces, 2 varieties; 1 do. shilling; 1 do. sixpence, all hammered; 1 halfpenny, " Com- monwealth " thereon; 1 Charles II. 5s. piece, 1680; 1 do. 2s. 6d., 1670; 1 do. shilling-, 1668; 1 do. sixpence, 1674; 1 do. fourpenny piece, 1683; 1 do. threepenny piece, 1684; 1 do., twopenny piece, 1679; 1 do. penny, 1674; 1 James II. shil- ling, 1685; 1 fourpenny piece, 1686; 1 do. three- penny piece, 1687; 1 do. twopenny piece, 1686; 1 William and Mary 2s. 6d. piece, 1689; 1 do. shilling, 1692; 1 do. four- penny piece, 1689; 1 do. twopenny piece, 1689; 1 William III. 5s. piece, 1696; 1 do. 2s. 6d., 1697; 1 do. shilling, 1697; 1 do. sixpence, 1700; 1 do. threepenny piece, 1698; 1 Anne 5s. piece, 1708, E; 2 do. 2s. 6d. pieces, 1703, 1707; 2 do. shillings, 1708, 1711, plumes; 1 do. sixpence, 1711; 1 do. fourpenny piece, 1713; 1 do. threepenny piece, 1709; 1 do. twopenny piece, 1710; 1 do. shilling, 1709; 2 George I. shillings, 1720, 1723, S. S. Co.; 2 do. sixpences, 1720, roses and plumes, 1723, S. S. Co.; 3 George II. 2s. 6d. pieees, 1745; roses, Sima, 1736, roses and plumes; 3 do. shillings, 1735, roses and plumes; 1739, roses; 1758, plain; 2 do. sixpences, 1757, plain; 1746, Sima; 1 do. twopenny piece, 1737 ; 1 do. penny, 1740; 1 George III. 5s. piece, 1820; 2 do. 2s. 6d. pieces, 1817, 1819; 3 do. shillings, 1787, 1820, 1816; 2 do. sixpences, 1787, 1818; 1 do. four- penny piece, 1766; 1 do. threepenny piece, 1762; 1 do. twopenny piece, 1820; 1 do. penny, 1800; 1 George IV. 5s. piece, 1821; 3 do. 2s. 6d. pieces, " 1829, 1820, 1823; 3 do. shillings, 1826, 1824, 1821; 1 do. sixpence, 1826; 1 do. £ 1 piece, 1830; 1 do. two guinea piece; 1 do. 7s. piece; 1 William IV. 2s. 6d. piece, 1836; 1 do. shilling, 1834; 1 do. sixpence, 1837; 1 do. four- penny piece, 1837; 1 do. threepenny piece, 1836; 1 do. twopenny piece, 1834; 1 do. threehalfpenny piece, 1835; 1 do. penny, 1835; 2 Victoria 5s. pieces, 1844, 1887; 1 do. 2s. 6d. piece, 1887; 2 do. 2s. Od. pieces, 1849, 1878; 1 do. shilling, 1887; 1 do. sixpence, 1887; 2 fourpenny pieces, 1879, 1855; 2 do. threepenny pieces, 1874, 1887; 2 do. two penny pieces, 1879, 1838; 2 do. threehalfpenny pieces, 1843, 1862; 1 do. penny, 1879; and 1 do. £ 2 piece, 1887. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Harri- son, Gloucester. KENT. 67.— Ramsgate ( Borough).— Slat ult., a gold pin, heart shape, set ruby surrounded by 4 or 5 diamonds. Information to Chief Constable Jones, Rams- gate. LANCASHIRE. 68.— Bury ( County).— 11th inst., a pneumatic bicycle, black enamelled, Dunlop tyres, curved handle bars, cork grips with white tips, rubber pedals ( left brazed into crank), " Sanspareil" on down bar, free wheel, tangent spokes, Bowden rim brake, mudguard on front wheel; handle bars, gear wheel, and cranks plated. Information to Supt. Noblett, Bury. M.— Wigan ( Borough).— Between 7th and 8th inst., by shopbreaking, 5 silver lever watches ( Nos. 26210, maker Samuels; 19404, maker Kenyon, Hindley; 136643, maker Benson, London; 16493, and 164124); 7 silver Geneva do. ( Nos. 2047, 403972, 49474, 8784, 60853, 36599, and 27892); 3 ladies' do. ( Nos. 57007, 75904, 80923); 1 silver verge No. 2091; 12 metal watches ( Nos. U 89917. 6951, 37. 56, 9411, 9423, 9158, 9246, 9225); 2 Boston metal watches ( Nos. 3007, 3012); 1 gold Albert, fancy pattern; 1 gold dog link chain, very heavy; 1 lady's 9 ct. gold guard, secret link, diamond cut; 1 9 ct. gold Albert; 1 do. guard; 9 gold- plated Alberts; 11 silver Alberts; 1 lady's Albert; 3 curb Alberts; 6 9 ct. gold keeper rings; 30 9 ct. gold wedding do.; 22 22 ct. do.; 1 diamond ruby dress ring; 1 15 ct. gold ruby do.; 30 9 ct. do.; 1 18 ct. gold wedding do.; 7 18 ct. gold dress do.; 10 9 ct. signet do.; 5 ladies' 9 ct. rings; 1 lady's 15 ct. do.; 1 signet ring, set garnet; 1 18 ct. signet ring; 3 gold- plated keepers; 1 do. wedding ring; 2 gold- fronted do.; 4 silver rings; 20 do. brooches; 24 silver medals; 8 do., gold centres; 2 gold pins; 3 silver do.; 4 do., gold fronts; 1 9 ct. gold pin; 1 15 ct. do.; 3 plated do.; 2 gold studs; 3 sets of studs, in case; 1 pair cuff FRIDAY, APRIL 17, 11) 03. THE POLICE GAZETTE. 5 PROPERTY STOLEN ( continued)— links, gold fronts; 4 gold crosses; 1 gold- plated cross; 1 silver cross; 12 gold earrings; 3 pairs gold sleepers; 2 pairs ball earrings; 1 Mexican necklet; 1 silver necklet and cross; 1 George IV. silver pendant; 1 9 ct. gold curb bracelet; 1 gold seal; 2 pairs gold paste earrings; 1 silver seal; 1 gold filled pendant; 1 9 ct. gold paste brooch ; 1 silver brooch ; 1 half- crown Kruger brooch, with frame; 1 Kruger sovereign; 4 do. two- shilling pieces; 1 do. half- crown; 1 pair gold beetle earrings; 1 old blue shirt; a child's cord frock; and £ 3 10s. The watches, rings, and brooches have stock numbers scratched thereon, also two or more of the following letters: " E. H. V. W. M. A. I. D. O. S." The watches are secondhand, but nearly all the other articles of jewellery are new. Information to Chief Constable Hardy, Wigan. PEMBROKESHIRE. 70 — Haverfordwest Castle ( County). — 9th inst., by officebreaking at Narberth Railway Station, a fine black cloth jacket suit, " D. Jones " on tab; 1 slate colour jacket; 1 pair light boots, size 9; 1 Egyptian medal and star, with ribbons, " H. Hughes, R. M. L. I." engraved on medal; 1 hollow ground razor, with white handle; 1 shaving brush ; and 5s. Supposed by tramps. Information to the Chief Constable, Haverford- west Castle. SUSSEX ( East). 71.— Eastbourne ( Borouqh). — Between 29th ult. and 4th inst., a thick plain gold oval ring, » et 3 large paste stones.— Suspicion is attached to A MAN, age about 35, height about 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair and heavy moustache black; dress, black morning coat, dark trousers and vest, black hard felt hat. A hairdresser; native of Germany— And A WOMAN, age about 40, height about 5 ft. 4 in., rather stout build, complexion fresh, hair light brown, pointed nose, spoke with Irish accent; wearing short plain black jacket, rather large dark brown felt hat. 1st inst., a diamond star brooch, set large diamond in centre. Information to Major Teale, Chief Constable, Eastbourne. 72 — Hove ( Borough).— 30th alt., in transit between Hove and East Croydon, a black leather dressing case bag, containing 1 gold ring, set ruby surrounded by 8 diamonds; 3 gold and tur- quoise rings; 1 pair diamond earrings, set in enamel; 1 brooch to match; 1 gold neck chain, turquoise cross attached; 1 gold cross about 4 in. long, composed of ancient Indian coins; 1 mosaic locket dated 1703 and gold buckle dated 1700; 1 pass book on London and County Bank, letters and documents; 1 long cut glass scent bottle, silver mounted; 1 flexible gold curb chain brace- let; 1 netted green silk and steel bead purse, steel ring, containing a gold Spanish doubloon; 1 Queen Anne fourpenny piece; 1 half sovereign dated 1903, and several old silver coins; 1 pink coral cluster brooch mounted on gold; 1 pair pink coral earrings to match ; 1 gold and blue enamel diamond stud to match brooch; 2 silver clasp fruit knives, mother o' pearl handles, " Irene" engraved on one; 1 tortoiseshell dressing comb, in leather case; 1 antique ormolu trinket box, about 3 in. long, with hand painted figure on porcelain lid; 1 dark green leather spirit flask, nickel top and cup; 1 ladies red Russia leather card case; 1 steel clasp knife, with 2 blades, bright blue malachite handle; and a cheque book on the London and County Bank, Brighton ( Western Branch), containing cheques P. 71777 to 71800. Information to Major Teevan, Chief Constable, Hove.- APPREHENSIONS. PR0PERTY_ REC0YERED. WO ROES TERSHIRE. 73.— Worcester ( City).— Tools, Case No. 67,10th inst, and thief arrested, and sentenced to 2 months imprisonment. ANIMALS, & c., STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 71.— K Division.— 3rd inst., a dark bay mare, age 5 years, 15- 2 hands, 2 pins in top teeth, off hind fetlock white, short mane and tail, recently blistered on throat and back. In good condition. 75— N division. — 10th inst., a black horse, 15 or 16 hands, blaze down face, near fore and hind fetlocks white, medium mane and tail; a set of black leather harness, brass mounted, " C. F." on mounts;. a dark green 4- wheel dog- cart, picked out yellow, Venetian design panels, rubber tyres, " Windover, Long Acre," on wheel caps, brass lamps, 3 rugs ( 2 plaid, 1 dark brown). Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. 70.— Metropolitan Police District, Convict Supervision Office. — - Licence- holder ALFRED HOCKLEY, Office No. 2809- 02, Tabular Form, 5th December last, and sentenced ( see list of licence^ holders re- apprehended)— HENRY WILLIAMS, Office No. 2940- 02, Tabular Form, 6th March last, and sen- tenced ( see list of licence- holders re- apprehended). - Licence- holder JOSEPH NELSON, Office No. 570- 00, Tabular Form, 6th February last, and sentenced ( see list of licence- holders re- appre- hended). 77.— Metropolitan Police District, R Division.— HARRY WATERS, Case No. 6, 6th ult. 78— Anglesey, Holyhead ( County).— JOSEPH MORRIS, Case No. 5, 10th inst. 79.— Cambridgeshire, Cambridge ( Borough).— ERNEST SPICER, Office No. 3171- 01, Case No. 12, 4th July last, and sentenced at Norwich, 3rd October last, to 3 years penal servi- tude for larceny. 80— Devonshire, Ply mouth ( Borough) — GEORGE SWEENEY, Office No. 2658- 01, Case No. 35, 27th December, 1901, and sentenced at Sittingbourne, 23rd February last, to 6 months hard labour, as JOHN WELSH, for larceny. 81 — Staffordshire, Burslem ( County).— M \ N, Case No. 37, 3rd inst. 82. — Sussex ( East), Hastings ( Borough).— ERNEST SPICER, Office No. 3171- 01, Case No. 41, 3rd inst. 83. — Worcestershire, Redditch ( County).— FRANK EDKINS, Case No. 56, 13th ult., and sentenced to 1 month imprisonment. 81.— Worcestershire, Worcester ( City).— JOSEPH SMITH, alias JOB DOWLE, Case No. 45, 19th December, 1902, and sentenced to 3 years penal servitude. LATEST INFORMATION. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 85.— Convict Supervision Office. For failure to report— Supervisee EDWARD LAURIE, alias DANIEL SALVADORE, and GEORGE OSBORNE, Office No .3146- 02, age 32, height 5 ft. 3J in., complexion fresh ( freckled), hair dark brown, eyes hazel, " W " on left forearm, mole centre of back. Sentenced, at Central Crimi nal Court, 10th September, 1901, to 18 months hard labour, and 2 years supervision for sacrilege. Released ( on remission) 13th December last. Has also been convicted at Stratford- on- Avon. To be dealt with wherever found. 86— D Division.— For obtaining a set of harness by fraud— GRANT BARTON, alias GRANVILLE BARTON, PERCY GRANVILLE BARTON, WESTON STRATTON, PERCY FENN, E. CLAYTON, J. EVANS, and HENRY THOMPSON, Office No. 3542- 02, age 38, height 5 ft. 4f in., complexion dark, hair and eyes dark brown, scar outer side left thumb, mole front right forearm, 2 on left eyebrow, and 2 right and 1 left of chest. Has been convicted in London ( C. C. Ct.), Brighton, and Hereford. When last seen was wearing dark clothes. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. GLAMORGA NSHIRE. 87. — Swansea ( Borough). — Supervisee GEORGE BR ACHE R, Office No. 430- 01, Case No. 17, 4th April, 1902, arrest no longer sought. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 88.— Startle Hill ( County).— For failure to report— Licence- holder WALTER ROACH, alias WILLIAM THOMPSON, WALTER FREDER ICK ROGERS, JAMES CURRIE, WILLIAM THOMAS JONES, and WILLIAM THOMAS, Office No. 3059- 01, age 44, height 5 ft. 7jj in., complexion sallow, hair dark brown ( thin), eyes grey, scar left eyebrow, back of neck, right thumb, and 1st right and 2nd left fingers, left leg slightly wasted from knee, and scar ( from fracture) left calf. Sentenced at Salop Assizes, 27th November, 1897, to 4 years police supervision for burglary. Released on 2nd licence, which will expire 18th prox., from Maryborough Prison, 20th ult. Has also been convicted at Llanelly, Cardiff, Swansea, Worcester, and Dublin. L. T. X. 294. A notorious burglar. Information to Supt. Cooke, Staple Hill. LANCASHIRE. 89.— Liverpool ( City). — For failure to reportr— Supervisee JOHN RIGGS, alias WTLSON, RYAN, and MARTIN POWELL, Office No. 493- 03, age 28, height 5 ft. 7i in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes brown, " H." HOWETT " left and " H. T." right forearm, cross back left hand, scar left temple and left ear, mole right of neck. Sentenced, at Northampton, 4th July, 1902, to 10 months hard labour and 2 years supervision for larceny ( person). Released ( on remission), 3rd inst. Also convicted at Leeds and Glasgow. Information to Head Constable Dunning, Liverpool. SUFFOLK ( East). £ 2 2s. R WARD. 90.— Ipswich ( Borough). — For deserting his 6 children, leaving them chargeable to the Common Fund of the Ipswich Union, 18th August last— ERNEST EDWARD BAKER, age 32, height 5 ft. 6 in., weight 9 stones, complexion pale, hair dark brown, slight moustache dark;' wearing shabby mourning clothing. A shoe finisher; native of Ipswich. ( See Case No. 43, 29th August last.) Warrant issued. The above reward will be paid by the Ipswich Board of Guardians to any person giving such in- formation as will lead to the arrest of Baker. £ 2 2s. REWARD. 91.— Ipswich ( Boroughi. — For deserting his wife and 4 children, leaving them chargeable to the Common Fund of the Ipswich Union, 26th March last— FREDERICK JAMES HARRISON, age 38, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion fair, hair ( turning grey) dark brown, eyes light blue. A baker and confectioner. Warrant issued. The above reward will be paid by the Ipswich Board of Guardians to any person giving such information as will lead to the arrest of Harrison. Information to Lieut.- Colonel Russell, Chief Constable, Ipswich. MISSING. 92.— From Market Harborough, since 16th February last— WILLIAM FRANCIS WEBB, age 28, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., slight build, com- plexion pale, rather long features, hair, moustache, and eyes dark, in delicate health. Is of a desponding disposition, and it is feared some ill has befallen him. May seek employment as a clerk. The above is from a portrait taken 5 years ago. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Leach, Market Harborough. PROPERTY LOST. MIDLOTHIAN. £ 5 REWARD. 93.— Edinburgh ( County1.— Given on loan in July, 1897, for translation, a foolscap size manu- script of about 100 pages, written in peculiar twisted handwriting of the seventeenth century, on rough hand- made account book paper, without title or title page, bound in plain ordinary brewn leather, glossy with wear, giving an account of the last days and the execution of Mary Queen of Scots. The above reward will be paid by the Rev. J. C. Carrick, Newbattle Manse. Dalkeith, Midlothian, to any person giving such information as will lead to the recovery of the manuscript. Information to Colonel Borthwick, Chief Con- stable, County Buildings, Edinburgh. G THE POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, APRIL 17, 1903 List of Licence Holders, Supervisees, Expirees, etc., who have been re- apprehended, for the week ending April 11th, 1903, with the results, etc. NAME. Fresh Offence with which charged. lie- convicted in Name of ReBult. Date and Place. Name and Division of Officer. ANDREWS, CHARLES AKGENT, EDWARD BEALE DANIEL A. BURKE, GEORGE BURKE, JOHN CAMPBELL, HARRY CARLYLE, ARTHUR CASEY, DENIS 3593— 02 CAWLEY, HENRY 2575— 00 CHAMBERS, ARTHUR 596— 96 CLARKE, HENRY 879— 02 CLATWORTHY, ROSE 3105— 01 CLIFFORD, THOMAS 716— 00 COLLINSON, 3208— 01 3249— 02 29- 10— 02 3121- 02 1463— 9/; ALFRED J. COOK, THOMAS COOPER, JAMES CORBIN, JAMES CROSSWAITE. JOSEPH DAY, FRANK DENENT, HENRY DOLLON, GEORGE DONOVAN, TIMOTHY DURANT, MARGARET EARLE, THOMAS FRIEZE, FREDK. J. HARRIS, JOHN HARWOOD. FRANK HILL, JOHN HOCKLEY. ALFRED HUNT. JAMES JAMES, JOHN JEFFRIES, WILLIAM JOHNSON, ROBERT JONES, SARAH JONES, WILLIAM KING, WALTER LEE, JOHN LONG, JAMES MARSH, JAMES MILLS, JAMES MURPHY, HENRY NELSON, JOSEPH NOAKES, JOHN PINK HAM, HARRY PORTER, WILLIAM READON JOHN REDHURST, JOHN REEVES, SAMUEL REYNOLDS, WILLIAM RILEY, MICHAEL ROBERTS, HERBERT SIMPSON, ALFRED TAYLOR, FREDERICK THWAITES, JOSEPH WHIFFEN, HENRY WILLIAMS, HENRY WILSON, FRANK YORK, JOHN P. of C. Act Larceny ( goods exposed) Stealing bicycle ( from B. H.) Attd. house- breaking Burglary( breakg window) Using threatng & abusive lang Brothel- keeping Attd. fraud ( attg. to obtain money on ficti- tious seaman's! advance notes)! Housebreaking Housebreaking Larceny ( servant) Receiving s. p. Larceny ( per.) Ac assault Fraud ( food, money, & lodg- ings) Larceny Burglary Larceny ( goods exposed) Larceny ( door open) Larceny ( van larcenies) Larceny ( from P. H.) Larceny ( per.) Manslaughter Larceny ( goods exposed) Larceny ( per.) Larceny ( lodg- ings) Attd. larceny from child Larceny ( till) Burglary P. of C. Act Larceny ( till)& assault Attd. burglary ( by key) Burglary Sus. person Receiving s. p. Larceny ( per.) Larceny Unlawful poss. Larceny (^ shop) Assaulting polici Shopbreaking P. of C. Act Horse- tea1 ing Jc larceny Houstbi caking Larceny ( per.) Attd. lar. ( per.) Larceny ( per.) P. of C. Act Larceny ( goods exposed) False attestation ( Armj) Larceny ( per.) Burglaiy ( break ing wii dow) Attd. burglary Receiving ( pro- ceeds of van larcenies) Laiceny ( per.) Larceny ( rail- way siatioi.) Warehouse- breaking Housebreaking Larceny ( looking at apartments)' CHARLES COMPTON EDWARD WOODWARD Same Name Same Name Same Name HERBERT H. CRAIG Same Name DENNIS CASEY HENRY LANE Same Name HENRY PEARCE Same Name HENRY ARNOLD COLIN MACKENZIE GORDON Same Name GEORGE CLEMENTS Same Name Same Name Same Name ARTHUR HENLEY CHARLES HARRIS Same Name MARGARET DRISCOLLl JOHN MILLS FREDK. J. FRY ALFRED SUMMERSET Sa- r e Name GEORGE RICHARDS THOMAS MORRIS Same Name GEORGE SMITH THOMAS HAYSON Same Name Same Name WILLIAM SMITH Same Name Same Name same Name Same Name Same Name JAMES MUIR Same Name JOHN SMITH THOMAS PINKHAM Same Name JOHN WILSON THOMAS KNIGHT WILLIAM TAYLOR Same Name Same Name Same Name Same Name Same Name Same Name HENRY ELLISTON HENRY EDWARDS FRANK WILSON JOHN SCOTT 1 year h. l. 4 months h. l. 3 months h. l. 18 months h. l. 9 months h. l. 20s. or 14 days h. l. 3 months h. l. 3 months h. l. 4 yrs p. s. and 3 yrs snpn. 7 yrs p. s. and 3 yrs supn. 21 months h. l. 4 years p. s. 21 months h. l. 12 months h. l. 3 yrs p. s. and 2 yrs supn. 21 months h. l. 6 months h. l. 18 months h. l. 5 years p. s. 3 yrs p. s. and 2 yra supn. 3 yrs p. s. and 2 yrs supn. 12 years p. s. 3 months h. l. 18 months h. l. 3 months h. l. 3 months h. l. 15 months h. l. 8 months h. l. 12 months h. l. 3 years p. s. 12 months h. l. 15 months h. l. 12 months h. l. 3 years p. s. 18 months h. l. 18 months h. l. 21 days h. l. 12 months h. l. 20s. or 14 days h. l. 9 months h. l. 12 months h. l. 7 years p. s. 2 years h. l. and " l yenr supn. 6 yrs p. s. and 3 yrs supn. 3 months h. l. 3j years p. s. 6 months h. l. 9 months h. l. 7 days h. l. 12 months h. l. 18 months h. l. 12 months h. l. 4 years p. s. 21 months h. i. 18 months b. l. 5 yrs p. s. and 4 yrs supn. 5 years p. s. 3 years p. s. 8th Apr., Mansion House P. Ct. 7th Apr., N. L. Sess. 9th Apr., Thames P. Ct. 7th Apr., N. L. Sess. 7th Apr., N. L. Sess. 9th A or, Woolwich P. ct. • 11th Apr.. Marylebone P. Ct. 7th Apr., Thames P. Ct. Known to P. C. Allen, 81D; also to P. C. Meredith, 39FIt. Known to P. C. Gale, C. I. D., K ; also to P. S. Scrimshaw, C. I. D., K. rot'i Known to P. C. Smith, 311H ; also te P. C. Sime, 388H. Known to P. C. Kosack, 75C ; also to P. C. Barclay, 256L. Known to P. C. Sullivan, 361R. Known to S. D. Insp. Ilryson, F.; also to S. D. Insp. Briggs, G. Known to P. C. Beveridge, 691K ; also to P. C. Gale, C. I. D., K. 7tli Apr., N. L. Sess. 8th Apr.. Middlesex Sess. 9th Apr., N. L. Sess. 9th Apr., N. L. Ses-. 8th Apr., N. L. Sess. 7th Apr., Kingston Qr. Sess. 9th Apr., N. L. Sess. 7th Apr., N. L. Sess. 7th Apr., N. L. Sess. 3rd Apr., West Ham Sess. 4th Apr., C. C. Ct. 9th Apr., N. L. Sess. 8th Apr., N. L. Sess. 31st Mar., C. C. Ct. 8th Apr., S. W. P. Ct. 7th Apr., N. L. Sess. 11th Apr., Marlborough St. P. Ct. 7th Apr., N. L. Sess. 7th Apr., N. L. Sess. 3rd Apr., West Ham Sess. 3rd Apr., Clerkenwell P. Ct.| 7th Apr., N. L. Sese. 8th Apr., N. L. Sess. 7th Apr., N. L. Sess. 9th Apr., Westminster P. Ct. 9th Apr., N. L. Sess. 7th Apr., N. L. Sess. 7th Apr., Salop Q. Sess. 2nd Apr., West Ham P. Ct. 8th Apr., Maidstone Q. Scss. 7th Apr., W. L. P. Ct. 7th Apr., N. L. Sess. 4th Apr., Marlborough St. P. Ct. 8th Apr., Middlesex Sess. 6th Apr., Kingston Qr. Sess. 8th Apr., Middlesex Sess. 8th Apr., Worship St. P. Ct. 7th Apr., N. L. Sess. 9th Apr., W. Ham P. Ct. 8th Apr., Middlesex Sess. 9th Apr., Woolwich P. Ct. 7th Apr., N. L. Sess. 7th Apr., N. L. Sess. 7th Apr., N. L. Sess. 4th Apr., C. C. Ct. 7th Apr., N. L. Sess. 7th Apr., N. L. Seas. 9th Apr., N. L. Sess. 8th Apr., Middlesex Se6S. 7th Apr., Kingston Qr. Scss Known to P. S. Burrell, C. I. D., X; also to P. C. iMcTurk, 31 A, Manchester ( City). Known to P. S. Hall, C. I. D., Y; also to P. C. i- Powell, C. I. D., Y. " Known to P. C. Selby, C. I. D., G ; also to P. C. Frankland, 241G. Known to P. C. Clark, C. I. D.. C. O. : also to P. S. Burch, C. I. D., C. O. Known to , P. C. Offord, 177N ; also to P. C. Powell, C. I. D.. Y. Known to P. C. Purchase, 599V ; also to P. S. Moore, C. l. D, V. Known to P. C. Mitchell, C. I. D., J; also to Insp. Collins, C. I. D., J. Known to P. C. Bunn, C. I. D., S ; also to P. C. Lock, C. I. D.,. Y. Known to P. C. Read, 124B ; also to P. S. Reid, C. I. D., B. Known to P. C. Cronk, 573K ; also to P. S. Sexton, 6KR. Known to P. S. Lee, C. I. D., H; also to Insp. Divall, C. l. D., II. Known to P. C. Clarke, 162G. Known to P. C. Bell, 88G ; also to P. S. Hancock, C. I. D., R. Known to P. C. White, 201H; also to Insp. Divall, C. I. D., H. Known to P. C. Coad, 656V ; also to P. C. Edwards, 36811. Known to T. C. Hayter, 20GR ; also to Insp. Kyd and P. C. Selbv, C. I. D., G. Known to P. S. West, C. I. D., C. Known to P. C. Heam, C. I. D., G ; also to P. C. Blake, 321G. Known to P. C. Salter, 143F ; also to P. S. Shaw, 101W. Known to P. C. Budge, C. I. D.. K ; also to P. S. Henbest. C. I. D.. N. Known to P.. C. Payne, 572Y ; also to P. C. Mansell, 25SR. Known to P. S. Burnham, C. I. D., F; also to P. C. Stone, 547R. Known to P. S. Brun pton, 3C ; also to P. S. West, C. I. D., C. Known to P. C. Dawson, 122N; also to P. S. Tobutt, C. I. D., N. Known to P. C. Parrott, 184 W; also to P. C. Blackwell, 47WR. Known to Chief Insp. Fox, C. I. D., C. O. ; also to P. S. Davies, C. I. D., E. Known to P. C. F. lderficld, 214Y ; also to P. S. Hancock, C. I. D., R. Known to P. C. Daniels, 399K. Known to P. C. Aslett, 383P ; also to P. S. Banting, C. l. D, IV Known to P. C. Hills, 218X ; also to P. S. Chandler, C. I. D.. X. Known to P. C. Faux, C. l. D., J. Known to P. C. Smith, 157C ; also to P. S. Hancock, C. I. D. r R. Known to P. C. Ludkins, 655Y ; also to P. S. Tritton and P. C. Court, C. I. D., Y. Known to P. C. Waterfield, 790V ; also to P. C. Gillan, C. I. D., V. Known to P. C. Smith, 286X ; also to P. S. Stacey, C. l. D., Y. Known to P. C. Taylor, C. I. D., G. Known to P. C. Love, 60C ; also to P. C. Sharp, C. l. D, C. Known to P. C. Pitchley, I99K ; also to P. S. South, 2A. Known to P. C. Tall, 668T ; also to P. C. Saunders, 663V. _ Known to Det.- Sergt. Woodman, W. D. D.; also to P. S, McKenna, C. I. D., R. Known to P. S. Withers, 13E ; also to P. C. Kenward, C. I. D, J. Known to P. C. Lang, 160K ; also to P. C. Carpenter, 686K. Known to P. C. Dennis, 277H ; also to P. S. Roper ( E. Suffolk Constaby.). Known to P. C. Leeson, C. l. D , H ; also to P. S. Lee, C. l. D, H. Known to P. C. Spall, 328D ; also to P. C. Barr, C. l. D, E. Known to P. C. Jones, 117Y ; also to P. C. Newberry, 183F, Known to P. S. Handley, C. l. D, J ; also to Insp. Collins, C. I D, J. Known to P. S. Tritton, C. I. D.. Y ; also to P. S. Wood, C. I D, N, and P. S. Madigan, C. l. D, C. O. Known to P. C. Reynolds, 327V ; also to P. C. Gordon, C. l. D., P. LONDON I PHIHTED » OK HIS MAJXHTT'E STATIONARY Omen nt J. J. KELIHEK 4 Co., LIMITED, 9H, VICTORIA STREET, S. W.;; « , KINO WILLIAM STREET, B. C.; AIND MARSHALSI-. A WORKS, S. B. SU101