POLICE PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SEKIES. FRIDAY, APRIL 22, 1904. VOL. XXI., No. 2120. BGUL 1. All communications for insertion in the POLIOB GAZETTE, and all communi- cations relating to them, should be addressed to THE EDITOR OF THE POLICE GAZETTE, NEW SCOTLAND YARD, LONDON, S. W. 2. Particulars concerning persons whose apprhension 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. 3. Particulars as to stolen property will be likewise inserted in one issue, if sufficient to enable the article in question to be thereby identified. 4. In all 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 engraver's charge will range from 5s. to 10s. A remittance of 5s. should be made in the first instance for cost of engraving sketches. 6. Every announcement, if for the apprehension of a person, must be guaranteed by the signature of an officer of not less rank than Superintendent; and if the name of such person is required to be inserted and no warrant is in force against him, the requisition must be signed by the chief officer of police, or his immediate deputy, of the county, city, or borough, as the case may be. tons to be apprehended or of stolen property bear a practicable they are alphabetically arranged by ^. TIONS, 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 number, and as far as 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 cases th e officer signing the request for the insertion of any announcement will be wholly responsible for any proceedings which may result from such publication. 11. Announcements for the Friday issue should be forwarded so as to be received not later than noon on Wednesday, and for the Tuesday edition not later than Saturday morning. They must be clearly written on one side of the paper only ; they must be in the usual form, and accompanied by a covering letter. 12. All payments must be in advance, either at the office, New Scotland Yard, by Postal Order, or by Post Office Order, payable at Parliament Street Post Office. 13. Announcements concerning property lost or persons missing can only be accepted on payment; and the charges for the insertion of the same will be given on application. THE EDITOR, New Scotland Yard, London, S. W. NOTICE. I.— The composition of the Friday Mo. of tho " Police Gazette " will be found arranged for easy reference as fol- lows s— ( a) Regulations at top of first page. fit J Apprehensions Sought. ( 1). Metropolitan Police District. ( 2). Counties. ( 3). Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged, as far as practicable, in alphabetical order. ( o) Persons In Custody. ( 1). Metropolitan Police District. ( 2). Counties. ( 3). Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged in alphabetical order. ( d) Property Stolen. ( 1). Metropolitan Police District. ( 2.) Counties. ( 3.) Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged in alphabetical order. 2. Any additional copies of the GAZETTE beyond the number at present supplied will be forwarded on application in the form set forth in circular of the 7th of November, 1883. 3.— It is particularly requested that any com- plaints as to the non- delivery or of irregularity in the date of delivery of the POLICE GAZETTE, may be at once notified to the Editor. SPECIAL NOTICE. 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 gay 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— Criminal Investigation De- partment.— For obtaining ] 0s. by false pre- tences, 14th November, 1903— THOMAS CLARK- SON, alias EVEREST, age about 60, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., slight build, complexion fair, thin face, hair, whiskers, and moustache light brown ( turn- ing grey), chin supposed shaved, eyes blue or grey, of good address, long thin white hands ; wearing dark clothes and black hard felt hat. He called upon civil engineers in London and the Provinces and obtained money by handing in a begging letter, stating he was a member of the Institute of Civil Engineers in London, and formerly connected with a Royal Naval Dockyard, but through loss of employment was in reduced circumstances. Convicted of a similar offence at Cheltenham, 15th June, 1903. Is now believed committing similar frauds at towns on the South Coast. Supposed a native of London. ( See Case No. 1, 11th December, 1903.) Warrant issued. 2.— C Division.— For stealing £ 46 13s. 2d., 16th inst.— FREDERICK DA VIES, age 27, height 5 ft. 4$ in., slight build, complexion sallow, hair and slight moustache dark, eyes grey, long nose, thin face, of Jewish appearance ; dress, dark morning coat suit, silk hat. A clerk ; native of London. Warrant issued. 3.— C Division•— For conspiring with others ( in custody) to obtain money by worth- less cheques on Lloyd's Bank, Coventry— FREDERICK ARNOLD, age 42, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., rather round shoulders, stoops slightly when walking, complexion fresh, hair and mous- tache dark, eyes ( small) grey ; wearing dark grey tweed overcoat, black hard felt hat, lace boots. Supposed a native of Winchester. Warrant issued. 4.— C Division — For stealing, 30th ult., a brown mare, 7 years, 15 hands 1 in., a few grey hairs on forehead ; a set of black harness, brass mounted, initial " M" in brass on all parts, also " M. & W. Milton " branded on inner sides, the bit is ramped and stamped as above ; and a Ralli cart, painted green, makers " Rock, Hawkins & Thorpe " on wheel caps, tyres worn thin, fitted with two dark green cushions, a blue box- cloth apron, red check lining, " M. & W. Milton " in ink on lining MERLEN, age 27, height 5 ft. 8 in., square build, complexion ruddy, hair brown, eyes ( large) grey, large coarse hands, speaks with North Country dialect; wearing dark grey tweed overcoat, brown boots, plain fronts, pig skin leggingd. Supposed a native of Leeds. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office; New Scotland Yard, S. W. CITY OF LONDON. 5.— For embezzlement— FRANK C. POPE, age 28, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion dark, hair dark brown, clean shaved, artificial teeth, stoops, slightly lame ; dress, dark tweed overcoat, fancy vest, bound black braid, dark tie, black hard felt hat. Late of The Nook, Spinney Hill, Addlestone, Surrey. A native of Aberdeen. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Stark, 26 Old Jewry, E. C. BEDFORDSHIRE. Ampthill ( County).— For leaving his child chargeable to the Common Fund of the Ampthill Union, 6th March, 1902 — JOHN CHAPMAN, age about 27, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., hair supposed dark brown. Travels the country with a horse and van, hawks mats, clothes lines, & c. Supposed well- known at Luton. St. Albans and Hertford. Warrant issued. A reward of £ 1 will be paid by the Guardians of the Ampthill Union for the apprehension of above. 7.— Ampthill { County).— For leaving his wife and family chargeable to the Common Fund of the Ampthill Union, 18th May, 1903- JAMES FAIREY, age 47, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes brown, round shoulders, carries head forward. A farm labourer; native of Eversholt, Beds. Warrant issued. A reward of £ 1 will be paid by the Guardians of the Ampthill Union for the apprehension of above. Information to Supt. Woods, Ampthill. BERKSHIRE. 8. — Abingdon { County). — For non- payment of maintenance arrears — WILLIAM NICHOLLS, alias CLAYTON, age 30, height 5 ft. 6£ in., complexion and hair dark, eyes grey, high forehead. A native of Oxford. He travels the country repairing umbrellas, china, etc. Accompanied by a Woman. Stays at common lodging- houses. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Foster, Abingdon. 9. — Windsor { Borough). — For deserting his wife and 4 children— CHARLES ALLEN, age about 40, height 5 ft. 8£ in., complexion fresh, hair brown ( turning grey), eyes grey, cross guns tattooed on one arm, bird on tree on other. A labourer, may be found on public or gas works. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Nicholls, Wind- sor. CHESHIRE. 10.— Crewe { County).— For stealing from his lodgings, 23rd ult., a silver English lever stop watch, " Morrison, Manchester" on dial, No. 6 . T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. FRIDAY, APRIL 158, 1904. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued)— 14422; 1 silver English lever, makers Powell & Bates- CHARLES WATSON, alias ARTHUR CHAS. KNOWLES, ARTHUR MAURICE, CHARLES DARCEY, and THOS. RIGBY, Office No. 50- 01 ( see Case 6, 1st inst.), age 2l, height 5 ft. 4$ in., complexion pale, hair brown, eyes blue," R. DAVEY, LUCK, T. TAYLOR, and LOVE" right forearm, bracelet each wrist; dress, black jacket and vest, dark blue mixture trousers, grey cap, light blucher boots with pointed toes. A groom; native of Hastings. Sentenced at Liverpool County Quarter Sessions, 28th October, 1902. to 12 months hard labour for stealing watches, & c. Has also been convicted at London, Hastings, Folkestone, Portsmouth, and Aldershot. Liberated on remission, 11th September last. 7623. 11. — Crowe { County).— For assault, 11th ult.— JAMES SPANN, age 26, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes grey, teeth ( rather irregular) prominent, carries his head slightly forward, splay feet; dress, greyish coat suit, tight fitting trousers, motor cap, of horsey appearance. A native of Crewe. Is fond of the company of boxing men and hobby horse proprietors. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Pearson, Crewe. CUMBERLAND. 12.— Workington ( County).— For desert- ing their wives and families, leaving them chargeable to the Common Fund of the Cocker- mouth Union— ALLINSON GREENER, age 31, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion swarthy, hair whiskers, and moustache dark, eyes blue. A blacksmith, usually employed as a labourer. Absconded 5 years ago.— JAMES LANGFORD, age 35, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., complexion fresh, hair dark, supposed clean shaved, eyes dark, slightly lame right leg. A labourer. Absconded 4 years ago. Warrants issued. Information to Supt. Cheesman, Workington. DERBYSHIRE. U.— Eckington ( County).— For stealing, 17th inst., at Dronfield, a silver Waltham lever watch, No. 692 inside of outer case, black figures, steel hands; and a silver- mounted meerschaum pipe, amber mouthpiece— DAVID CASSIDY, age 26, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., stiff build, complexion fresh, hair ginger, left middle finger short; dress, black jacket and vest, light trousers, red and white neckerchief, brown soft felt hat. A plasterer. Warrant issued. Information to Snpt. Andrew, Eckington, near Sheffield. DEVONSHIRE. 14.— Torquay ( County).— For stealing £ 5, 6th ult.— HELENA CLIFT, age 27, height about 5 ft. 4 in., slight build, complexion fair, hair light brown, eyes blue, small red birthmark right side of neck; dress, black skirt, black velvet bodice, dark grey jacket, black sailor hat, lace shoes. For stealing dress material— ROBERT SMITH, age 24, height 5 ft. 7 in., slight build, complexion fresh, thin features, hair light brown, eyes blue, prominent nose. A native of Dorset. Is likely to be found driving a steam roller or traction engine. May be living with the above described woman. Warrants issued. Information to Supt. Roberts, Torquay. DORSETSHIRE. 15.— Poolo ( County).— For stealing ( bailee), 7th inst., a bicycle ( recovered) REED, age about 26, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., prominent mouth, teeth protrude; dress, supposed dark grey suit, lorg dark overcoat, rather flat bowler hat or cap. May have in his possession a " Unity" bicycle, Dunlop tyres, plated rims with red edges. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Brown, Poole. DURHAM. \(.— Tynemouth ( Borough).— For obtain- ing £ 2 by false pretences, 28th \ jlt.— A MAN, who gave the name of JAMES PATTERSON, age about 35, thin features, hook nose, hair and moustache dark, stoops slightly, speaks with Highland accent; dress, black coat and cap, brown check trousers. He called on a minister and represented that he was a sergeant of the Cameron Highlanders, stationed at Inverness, and stated that he was absent from his regiment with- out leave and that if he did not return by a cer- tain time he would be Court Martialled, and obtained the above amount to redeem his uniform and pay his fare to Inverness. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Huist, North Shields. GLA MORGA NSHIRE. 17.— Bridgend ( County).— For obtaining 7 cwt. of block tin by false pretences, 24th ult.— ARTHUR W. THOMAS ( supposed false), age 25 to 28, height 5 ft. 4 to 6 in., complexion dark, hair dark or black, clean shaved ; well dressed, sometimes wears a light striped overcoat, bowler hat. Since 20th February last he had letters addressed to a coffee tavern. The letters sent to firms he defrauded were type written, and had the following printed heading " Arthur W. Thomas, Iron, Steel and General Merchant, 18 Caroline Street, Bridgend." Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Davis, Bridgend. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 18.— Staple Hill ( County).— Escaped, 7th inst., from the Royal Victoria Homes at Brentry— HENRY MCDONALD, age 40, height 5 ft. 7J in., complexion fair, hair sandy, eyes grey ; dress, vest with sleeves, " Royal Victoria Homes, Brentry " on buttons, cord trousers, light cap. A native of Hanley, Staffs. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Cooke, Staple Hill. HAMPSHIRE. 19.— Winchester ( City).— For embezzling 6s. 5d., and deserting his wife and children— JAMES MOULD, age 31, height 5 ft. in., com- plexion dark, hair dark brown, eyes hazel, small birthmark inside left upper arm ; dress, brown tweed jacket, brown vest ( double breasted), dark brown trousers, brown tweed cap, old light lace boots. A native of Winchester. Was employed as a vanman and furniture porter. Has served in the 18th Hussars and was discharged in September, 19ol. Warrant issued. Information to Head Constable Felton, Win- chester. 20.— Portsmouth ( Borough).— For steal- ing from his lodgings, 15th inst., a lady's gold dress ring, set 8 whole white pearls, claw setting ; 1 do. diamond ring, claw setting ( diamond miss- ing) ; 1 18 ct. gold signet ring, monogram " COS"; 1 lady's gold open face watch," COS" engraved on outside case ; a Royal Humane Society medal " F. Simpson, for saving life" thereon ; and about £ 4— A MAN, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion dark, moustache brown ; dress, dark grey suit and overcoat, black bowler hat, black tie. He took lodgings, 13th inst., stating he was a commercial traveller. Information to the Chief Constable, Portsmouth. 21.— Southampton ( Borough).— For steal- ing a blanket; 1 sheet; and a towel REY- NOLDS, age 36 or 37, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion fair, hair and long moustache light. A seaman. Warrant issued. 22.— Southampton ( Borough).— For steal- ing a tin cash box, 8 in. by 6 in., containing be- tween £ 5 and £ 6 ; 1 Chinese yen, mounted as a brooch ; 4 four- penny pieces ; 1 lion shilling ; 3s. worth of farthings ; 1 silver anchor ; 1 9 ct. gold wedding ring— EDWARD HART, age 20, height 5 ft. 9 in., slight build, complexion sallow, thick lips, pointed nose, clean shaved, several artificial teeth in upper jaw ( right side), 1 front tooth stopped with gold; dress, dark tweed suit, 2 double- breasted vests, brown boots, bowler hat, dark scarf with pearl pin therein. A valet ; native of America. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Southamp- ton. 2i.— Hitchin ( County).— For stealing, 5th inst., at Walsworth, 2 pairs sheets ; 1 pair black trousers; and 12s.— ALFRED BROWN, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, moustache dark; wearing mack- intosh, motor cap, brown shoes. An engine driver; native of Dunton, Beds.— MARTHA SUTTON, age about 40, height 4 ft. 10 in. or 5 ft., complexion fair, hair dark brown ; dress, black jacket, skirt, and hat. Had with her a female child, age 18 months, hair long and curly. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable of Herts, Hitchin. ISLE OF WIGHT. 25.— Ryde ( Borough).— For obtaining money by worthless cheques, 12th inst.— J. BUCHANAN, age about 24, height about 5 ft. 11 in., complexion fresh, hair inclined to ginger, clean shaved, of military appearance; dress, light jacket and trousers, fancy vest of lighter colour, heliotrope silk shirt, cap.— J. W. PEARSON, age about 27, height about 5 ft. 7 in., complexion dark, clean shaved ; dress, dark overcoat, suit and cap. They engaged rooms for 2 months, called upon shop- keepers, made purchases to the value of £ 2 or £ 3, and in payment tendered worthless cheques on the London and South Western Bank, Fenchurch Street, Nos. A 646269 and A 646274, for £ 5 and £ 6 respectively, obtained the balance and ab- sconded. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Ryde. KENT. 26— Sevenoaks ( County).— For obtain- ing money by false pretences at Otford, between 17th and 28th ult.— JAMES BRYAN, age 45 to 50, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion dark, hair ( turning grey) black, moustache ( turning grey) and eyes dark, right leg shorter than left, peculiar voice; dress, blue jacket, vest and cap, cord trousers, lace boots. A labourer. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Taylor, Sevenoaks. HERTFORDSHIRE. 23.— Hitchin ( County).— For leaving his two children chargeable to the Common Fund of the Hitchin Union since 9th January last— GEORGE PENNINGTON, age about 50, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair black ( turning grey), eyes blue, slightly round shoulders, walks with one shoulder higher than the other, scars both legs; usually wears old dark clothes, and old straw bat or cap. A carpenter. Warrant issued. LANARKSHIRE. 27.— Glasgow ( City).— For stealing £ 32 on 16th or 17th inst.— JAMES O'CONNELL, age 30 to 32, height about 5 ft. 7 in., complexion sallow, hair and moustache ( pointed at ends) black, small eyes, cut mark on one cheek, partly closes eyes and looks sideways when in con- versation, speaks with Irish accent; dress, black morning coat, dark tweed trousers, and vest with yellow and white stripes, dark tie, black felt hat, lace boots ( much worn). A barman. Has been employed as a car conductor or driver at Glasgow and Greenock. May endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Detective Department, Glasgow. LANCASHIRE. 2&.— Kirkham ( County).— For larceny— A MAN, age 42, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion fresh, full round face, red nose, hair light brown, moustache ( turning grey) sandy, may have slight beard, horse's head tattooed inside right forearm ; dress, dark jacket and vest, fustian trousers, scarf, old cap, shoes. Frequents model lodging houses, and low beer houses. Information to Supt. Ormerod, Kirkham. 29. — Skerton ( County). — For obtaining £ 7 by a worthless cheque— ARTHUR WALKER, age 25, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, clean shaved, hair brown, 2 fingers missing; drees, dark jacket suit. Had in his possession an Army Life certificate. Stated he had served in South Africa.— GEORGE RUSSELL, age 26, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair ( curl on fore- head) brown, of smart appearance; dress, dark jacket and trousers, red vest with white spots. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Barnett, Skerton. 30.— Liverpool ( City). — For failing to report— Licence- holder, THOMAS McGRATH, Office No. 3904- 99, age 38, height 5 ft. in., com- plexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, scars over each eyebrow, one corner of left eye, on left cheek, and upper lip, horseshoe, whip and huntman's head right forearm. A labourer; native of Liverpool. Sentenced at Liverpool Assizes, 12th February, 1902, to 3 years penal servitude for shopbreaking. Licenced 17th March last. C 94. To be dealt with where found. 31.— Liverpool ( City).— Expii ee WILLI AM SUNDERLAND, Office No. 762- 02, Case No. 20, 4th nit., not now wanted. Information to the Head Constable, Detective Department, Liverpool., FRIDAY, APRIL 15, 1904. T H E POLICE GAZETTE. 5 PORTRAITS OF PERSONS WANTED. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 32.— T Division*— Escaped from custody whilst being conveyed from Staines Petty Sessions to H. M. Prison, Brixton, under remand, on a charge of fraud ( purse trick) at Kempton Park Races, 4th inst. — GEORGE GILBERT, alias JOSEPH BIGGS, Office No. 2714- 97, age 4 » , height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion pale, hair and moustache ( turning grey) very light, eyes ( large and sunken) blue, scar on right eyebrow and left side of forehead, mole between] left thumb and finger; dress, dark tweed jacketj suit, black hard felt hat, lace boots. A dealer in mock jewellery ; native of London. Frequents race meetings and market places, where he commits frauds by the purse trick. Sentenced at South London Sess- ions, 10th March, 1897, to <• months hard labour for larceny ( person). Has also been convicted at Doncaster and Durham. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 33. — N Division. — For stealing £ 34 — WILLIAM GEORGE EXTON ANDREWS, age 19, height 5^ ft. 7 in.,? complexion da k, hair dark brown, eyes blue grey ; dress, dark jacket suit, black overcoat, black hard felt hat. A native of Clapton. He served 3 ysars in H. M. S. Vivid. May be found at Plymouth or seaport towns. Absconded 5th inst. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, N « w Scotland Yard, S. W. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued)— LANCASHIRE. 34.— Manchester ( City).— For failing to report— Licence- holder WILLIAM HARTLEY, alias WILLIAM STOKES, WILLIAM BER NARD LINGARD, and WILLIAM ARTHUR STANSFIELD, Office No. 280- 99, age 41, height 5 ft. 9J in., Qpmplexion sallow, hair dark brown, eyes hazel, scar left jaw, gravestone, globe, and flag, IN MEMORY OF MY MOTHER, ORA PRO NOBIS, right forearm. A hawker; native of Manchester. Sentenced at Preston Sessions, 18th May 1900, to 5 years penal servitude for larceny. Licenced 25th February last. M R a 390. 3.5.— Manchester ( City).— For failing to report — Licence- holder GEORGE HENRY KELLY, alias JAMES KELLY, GEORGE HARRISON, JOHN O'NEILL, and THOMAS McKENNY, Office No. 353- 02, age 24, height 5 ft. 4^ in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes brown, " GHKJHK" and mole left fore- arm, mblfe right side neck, scar front right wrist, each eyebrow and 1 ( large) back left hand. A shoemaker; native of Bolton. Sentenced at Chester Assizes, 1st November, 1899, to 3 years penal servitude for sacrilege. Liberated on 2nd licence, 5th March, 190k Z 366. Information to the Chief Constable, Manchester. 36.— Rochdale { Borough).— For embezzle- ment— WALTER HENRY MEADOWS, age 35, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., stout build, complexion, hair ( turning grey), heavy moustache, and eyes dark; wearing dark grey overcoat, vertical pockets, black hard felt hard, dark tie, lace boots. A printer's traveller; native of Raynes Park, Surrey. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Barry, Rochdale. LEICESTERSHIRE. 37.— Leicester ( Borough).— For shopbreak- ing, 16th inst., and stealing 12 18 ct. gold rings, bangle ; 6 15 ct. gold bangles, engraved; 9 9 ct. do.; 60 22 ct. gold wedding rings; 60 9 and 18 ct. gold keepers ; 12 9 ct. gold Alberts, curb and other patterns ; 15 do. Alberts, lady's ; 12 9, 15 and 18 ct. gold long guards ; 40 do. signet rings; 100 ladies' dress do. ; 6 do. curb bracelets ; 6 9 and 18 ct. gold watches, Genevas, key- wind, all with various marks thereon; 1 revolver; 1 white silk handkerchief, 12 in. square, lilac striped border one inch deep— A MAN, age about 30, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion rather pale, scowling ap- pearance, hair dark, short moustache dark brown ; dress blue serge suit, light overcoat, jockey pat- tern cap and the stolen handkerchief. Had in his possession 2 revolvers. May be found in the company of low prostitutes. He stated that he had served 12 months imprisonment for shop- breaking. Information to Head Constable Lumley, Leicester. NORFOLK. 38.— Norwioh ( City).— For stealing two £ 5 Bank of England Notes( one recovered)— ALFRED WILLIAM KINGHAM, age 20, height 5 ft. 6* in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes blue, high cheek bones, thistle tattooed on right forearm, tattoo marks on back of hands and wrists ; dress, dark mixture jacket suit ( vest double breasted), light cap, khaki colour shirt marked " J. A. Fin- lay," light green tie, Army boots, pointed toes, high heels. A native of Camberwell, Surrey. Is a deserter from the 2nd Dragoon Guards at Nor- wich. Information to the Chief Constable, Guildhall, Nofwich. SHROPSHIRE. 39.— Churoh Stretton ( County).— For aiding and abetting in a case of rape, near Bishop's Castle, 8th inst.— ALFRED JONES, age 23, height 5 ft. 2 in., complexion sallow, round features, hair dark brown, slight moustache, eyes ( small and sunken) grey ; dress, grey plaid jacket and vest, white cord trousers, red neckerchief, light cloth cap, lace boots ( all much worn). A hawker; native of Pontesbury Hill. May be accompanied by his two brothers, who travel the country with a pony and cart hawking salt, or with hawkers or gipsies. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Perry, Ludlow, or to Sergt. Morris, Bishop's Castle. 40.— Wellington ( County).— For obtaining, by false pretences, 16th ult., a quantity of cart aaddlery ( part recovered)— DAVID WILLIAMS, ige 20, height about 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, round face, hair and slight moustache dark, large front teeth, birthmark left thigh ; dress, dark jacket and vest, light or grey trousers, black tie with white spots, motor cap, light lace boots. A farm waggoner. He deserted from the 2nd Shropshire L. I. at Clough, Down, on 6th July, 1902. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Supt. Edwards, Welling- ton. STAFFORDSHIRE. il.— Longton { County).— For absconding from his situation while on licence from Wer- rington Industrial School, 11th inst.— WILLIAM THOMAS BADDALEY, age 16, height about 5 ft. 2 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, scar left knee. In February last he was licenced to a bootmaker at Henllan, Llandyssul. A reward of 10s. will be paid by Mr. B. Horth, Superintendent of Werrington Industrial School, for the arrest of Baddaley. Information to Supt. Oakden, Longton. SURREY. 42.— Ohertsey ( County). — For obtaining £ 5 6s. 6d. by a worthless cheque, drawn on the Wells and Dorset Banking Co., Ltd., Southsea Branch ( Elm Grove), at Weybridge, 19th inst.— A MAN, who gave the name of E. BUCHANAN, age about 25, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion fair, thin features, clean shaved ; dress, blue serge coat and trousers, fancy vest, plaid tie, bowler hat. He took lodgings stating he should require them for the summer months, called on a trades- man, ordered goods and in payment tendered the above cheque, obtained the balance and decamped. Was accompanied by another man. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hackman, Chertsey. SUSSEX ( East). 43.— Patcham { County).— For larceny be- tween 2nd and 6th inst. — GEORGE LED- WARDS, age 50 to 60, height about 5 ft. 9 in., complexion pale, thin face, hair and moustache grey ; dress, dark pilot jacket, white slop, cord vest, white cord trousers, heavy boots. A labourer ; native of Uckfield. Has served in the Army. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Dalmon, Patcham. 44.— Eastbourne ( Borough).— For steal- ing, 5th inst., a " Raleigh " safety bicycle, black enamelled ( chipped), No. 64- 132, transfer on head and back mudguard " Raleigh Cycle Co., Notting- ham," ^ 6 or 27 in. frame, 28 in. wheels, Palmer tyres, front tyre re- rubbered and patch thereon, flat handle bars, Plunger brake, J in. pitch chain, brown Lycett saddle, " Raleigh " thereon, adjust- ing bolt missing— A MAN, who gave the name of SMITH, age about 25, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., well built, complexion slightly tanned, hair and slight moustache ( clipped) brown, eyes light blue ; dress, brown rough jacket and vest, grey striped trousers, blue cap, old button boots. Appearance of having served in the Army. Warrant issued. ± o. — Eastbourne { Buruugh). — For obtaining £ 1 by false pretences— A MAN, who gave the name of C. HURST, age 35 to 40, height about 5 ft. 9 in., well built, complexion fresh, moustache brown, of smart appearance; wearing black frock coat with silk facings, silk hat, supposed grey striped trousers. He called on a tradesman and represented that he was obtaining advertisements for insertion in a book of views of Eastbourne, and gave the name of a printer, whom he stated would print them. May call on publishers of Church Parish Magazines, and offer to canvas for advertisements. Is accompanied by 4 T H E POLICE GAZETTE. TUESDAY, APRIL 2( J, 1904. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued)— his wife, age 35 to 40, fair, tall, stout build. Have with them a box and a portmanteau. May be found in a quiet neighbourhood. Absconded 11th inst. Warrant lsiued. Information to Major Teale, Chief Constable, Eastbourne. WILTSHIRE. 46.— Chippenham ( County).— For stealing ( bailee), 18th ult., a bicycle ( recovered at Bath)— J. R. READ, age 23 to 25, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion fair, hair ( curl in front) brown, slight moustache sandy, eyes blue or grey, speaks with London accent; dress, brown suit, silk muffler, cap, wore a large silver watch- chain, two silver medals attached. ( Supposed identical with Man described in Case No. 11,15th inst.) Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Daly, Chippenham. WORCESTERSHIRE. 47.— Stourbridge ( County).— For larceny ( lodgings) and obtaining food and lodgings by false pretences, at Lye, 22nd ult. — ARCHIE PARSONS, alias SINCLAIR, age about 25, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, clean shaved, eyes blue ; dress, dark navy blue suit, black and white overcoat, large pearl buttons, hard hat. — GILBERT PARSONS, alias SIN- CLAIR, age about 26, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, clean shaved, eyes brown; dress, dark suit, black overcoat, light grey cap. Brothers, supposed natives of Upton- on- Severn. Both belong to the Worcester- shire Yeomanry. Musicians, they play and dance at public houses, & c., and have been touring the country obtaining food and lodging by false pretences and committing larcenies from lodgings. Gilbert Parsons is also wanted at Bristol for larceny. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hinde, Stourbridge. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 48.— Sheffield ( County). — For obtaining 10s. by false pretences, 29th ult., at Handsworth— GEORGE FERN, age 17, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion light, hair light brown, eyes brown, slightly knock- kneed ; dress, black jacket, navy blue vest, light grey trousers, grey muffler, dark cap, lace boots. A native of Handsworth, near Sheffield. Warrant issued. 49.— Sheffield ( County). — For stealing 2 9 ct. gold dress rings ( 1 set 8 pearls; other paste diamond in centre, ruby each side) ; 1 imitation gold brooch, set small paste diamonds, shape of lizard ; 1 gold eye- glass chain, fine links, about 15 in. long; 1 set of 6 gold- plated studs ; 1 9 ct. gold bracelet, curb pattern, fastens with small padlock, small gold cross, anchor and heart as pendants; 1 Abyssinian gold cased bracelet, about 1 in. wide; and between £ 6 and £ 7— FRANCIS BURTON, age about 37, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., slight build, complexion fresh, sharp features, hair black ( turning grey), speaks with South Country accent; dress, navy blue lounge suit, dark tweed overcoat, dark tie, grey peak cap, light lace boots, wearing gold signet ring, supposed on right little finger, carried an ash stick with silver band. Supposed native of Boston, Lines. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Bielby, Sheffield. 50. — Bradford ( City). — For obtaining securities by false pretences— LOUIS ROSSBACH, age or 34, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., slight build, complexion fair, thin features, hair light, Blight moustache sandy. A waiter ; native of Germany. Speaks German and French. Some few years ago he conducted a gambling saloon in, or near Piccadilly, London. Is well- known to race fol- lowers. Absconded 26th ult. Warrant issued. Not to be apprehended out of the United King- dom. Information to Chief Constable Farndale, Bradford. K - Dewsbury ( Borough).— For stealing a lady's long gold guard, tied in places with thread; 1 lady's silver Geneva watch, out of repair; 1 pair gold links; 1 grey overcoat, " Watesman, Town Street, Batley Carr," on tab; 2 silk handkerchiefs ( 1 white, other blue and gold); dark green check jacket and vest; rough black serge trousers; grey motor cap; brown boots— HERBERT POWELL, age 26, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fair, hair light brown, eyes blue, mole left cheek and left side chin, walks badly; wearing the stolen clothing. A native of Cleckheaton. He takes lodgings and states that he is a railway booking clerk. 52. — Dewsbury ( Borough). — For mis- appropriating £ 50 13s.— RICHARD ROBINSON, age about 48, height 5 ft. 9 in., stout build, com- plexion fair, hair ( bald on top) turning grey, stoops slightly ; dress, dark blue serge suit, dark tweed overcoat, soft felt hat. A native of Lancashire. Is well known in most of the Lancashire towns, and has been in business as a grocer at Rochdale. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Shore, Dews- bury. PERSONS JN_ CUSTODY. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 53.— B Division.— Remanded till 26th inst.< for obtaining money by fraud through the Railway Supplies Journal — EDWIN PYOTT PHILLIPS, age 50, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair, moustache and side whiskers grey, eyes blue ; dress, grey overcoat, frock coat, brown trousers, soft felt hat. A native of Derby. He obtained money from firms in the provinces on the pretence of inserting articles, & c. 54.— X Division•— Committed for trial at Central Criminal Court, 16th prox., for fraud ( advertising businesses for sale) — GEORGE JONES, alias GEORGE JAMES TREHERNE, a Welshman, age 46 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion sallow, hair ( turning grey) dark brown, thick pointel beard, eyes hazel, two front teeth missing, thin lips, plausible manner ; dress, dark overcoat, black morning coat and vest, dark striped trousers. He also advertised for business managers and obtained deposits. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BEDFORDSHIRE. 55.— Luton ( County).— Committed for trial for arson— SAMUEL CHAPMAN, age 26, height 5 ft. 3i in., complexion dark, oval face, hair dark brown, eyes brown. A baker ; native of Mans- field. Has lately been tramping the country Supposed wanted elsewhere. Information to Supt. Tydeman, County Police Office, Luton. ESSEX. 56.— Chelmsford ( County).— In custody, charged with larceny ( person) at the Races, 13th inst., and violently assaulting a Police Constable — GEORGE RAWSON, age 37, height 5 ft. 9 in., stout build, complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes hazel. A native of Knightsbridge. Photograph can be seen on application. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable of Essex, Chelmsford. GL OUCES TERSHIRE. 57.— Stroud ( County).— Remanded, charged with obtaining charitable contributions by false pretences— WILLIAM AMES, age 47, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion pale, high forehead, hair ( bald on top) dark ( turning grey), eyes ( small, rather sunken) brown, cut scar right side forehead; dress, fawn colour coat, double- breasted vest, dark check trousers, old lace boots, light check cap, black overcoat with velvet collar. Information to Supt. Biggs, Stroud. 25, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes ( cast in left) dark grey, wheel, bracelet, badge, crown, cross anchors, " True love," heart and " Morgan Walters," left forearm, boat, " E. W ' and ' W W., E. D.," Victoria cross and " V. C." right fore- arm, sailor left shin, brigantine right shin; wear- ing old dark clothes and cap, red and black stripe muffler, old boots. A native of Merthyr Tydfil, Glam. States he was convicted of housebreaking at Worcester, and several other places of other offences.— WILLIAM PRING, age 36 ( looks younger), height 5 ft. 1\ in., complexion fresh, hair, moustache and beard ( about 2 weeks' growth) brown, eyes blue, scar under each eye; dress, old dark jacket and vest, old dark corid trousers, blue and white muffler, old boots. States he is a native of Cardiff. They have been tramping the country together, and is believed to be wanted elsewhere. Information to Supt. Marston, Ross. HAMPSHIRE- 58.— Alton ( County).— Committed for trial at Quarter Sessions, 28th June next, for house- breaking — THOMAS WHITE, alias JOHN WEST, age 36, height 5 ft. 5£ in., complexion fresh, hair ( turning grey) dark brown, eyes brown, mole above right eyebrow, several sears top and back of head, boil mark and fleshy pro tuberance back of neck, 3 indistinct tattoo marks left forearm. A labourer; native of Westmins- ter.— JOHN RILEY, alias JOHN CONNELL, age 45, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes grey, impediment in speech, nose fractured, several scars back of head, 2 boil marks right shoulder blade. A labourer ; native of Cardiff.— JAMES SULLIVAN, age 39, height 5 ft. 84 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, pockmarked on head, face, left thigh, knees, back and buttocks. A labourer ; native of Cork. — JOHN CURTIN, age 37, height 5 ft. 6} in., complexion dark, hair brown, eyes grey, scar under right eye and on chin, anchor tattooed on left forearm, female on right forearm. A tailor ; native of Malta. Information to Supt. James, Alton. HEREFORDSHIRE. 59.— ROSS ( County).— Sentenced to 14 and 10 days imprisonment, respectively, for begging - JOHN WILLIAMS, alias FRED PETERS, age KENT. 60.— Maidstone ( County).— Remanded till 25th inst., for stealing a pearl and diamond scarf pin— JOHN MAY ( supposed false), age about 65, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair ( bald on top), beard ( pointed, cut close) and moustache grey, eyes dark brown ; dress, dark jacket and vest, grey trousers, black hard felt hat. Sup- posed an expert racecourse thief. Photograph can be seen on application. Information to Supt. Ford, County Police Office, Maidstone. 61 .— Tonbridge ( County).— Committed for trial at next West Kent Sessions for horse stealing — JOHN SMITH, age 40, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, beard and moustache light brown, eyes grey ; dress, black jacket, dark grey vest and trousers, blue wrapper with white spots, blaok soft felt hat, heavy lace boots-( all old). A gipsy; travels the country with a house van and an old black pony. Supposed known in Surrey and Sussex.— JAMES SKEET, age 16, height 5 ft., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes hazel, burn scar on chest ; dress, black coat and vest, striped trousers, lace boots ( all old). A native of South Croydon. Information to Supt. Styles, Tonbridge. SUFFOLK ( East). 62.— Woodbridge ( County).— Remanded, charged with stealing £ 1 ( welshing) at Nacton Racecourse, 15th inst.— GEORGE BRADFORD, alias PERKINS and ANDERSON, age 43, height 5 ft. 84 in., complexion pale, hair dark brown, eyes brown, scar and blue mark left eyebrow, scar right thumb ( nail raised in centre); dress, dark overcoat and trousers, light jacket and vest, dark tie with dog's head pin, black soft felt hat. States he is a native of Walworth, London. Photograph can be seen on application. Information to Supt. Lingley, Woodbridge. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 63.— B Division » — 11th inst., between Holland and South Kensington, London, a lady's large diamond ring, consisting of two hoops, joined ?. t back with gold, emerald in centre, large diamond each side in transverse line, diamond shamrock filigree work each side of emerald. 64.— v Division•— Between 3rd and 10th inst., a motor bicycle, h. p., No. " A F 73" on back plate, " Holbrow, maker, Earlsfield" by transfer on head and each side tank, diamond frame, double top tubes, Bown's motor bearings with round shanks, New Departure back hub, straight handle bars, no mudguard to front wheel, rubber pedals, 26 in. wheels, Clincher tyres, horse- hair pad saddle, 56 in. gear, 1 in. block chain, aluminum enamelled tank, front door of accumulator case missing, No. 6 accumula- tor ( 6 in. by 6 in.), Bowden exhaust lift, 3 charge metal lubricator, Longuemare Carburettor, plug switch under tank, Beeston engine, gills at head of engine broken oft' at back and filed smooth, engine coupled to frame by wrought iron cradle clips ( li by i* in- iron), round back stays top and bottom, Chater Lea lugs to frame. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. FRIDAY, APRIL 15, 1904. T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. 5 PROPERTY STOLEN (' continued.)— BERKSHIRE. • 65.— Windsor ( Borough').— Between 12th and 13th inst., a lady's dressing bag, yellow pig- skin, silver mounted, monogram " F M " in silver on side, containing a large single pearl pin, 2 small green stones at top ; 1 diamond brooch, shape Bimilar to heart with pearl drop; 1 silver mounted tortoiseehell box " Dot" in silver on top ; 5 cut glass bottles with silver tops; 1 ivory ^ hoe horn ; 1 do. glove stretcher ; 1 paper knife ; 1 comb, all with monogram " F M " ; 1 leather case containing letters ; 1 small mirror in pig- skin case ; 1 pigskin card case ; several toilet requisites, and a large key. Information to Chief Constable Nicholls, Windsor. BUCKINGHAMSHIRE. 66. — Aylesbury ( County).— 7th inst., a double- case gold watch, No. 6946, " A. Mon Fils, Antoine Philippi, 2i) th April, 1894," inscribed on inside case, maker, George Cliffe Lowe, Manchester ; 1 silver watch, No. 98422 ; 1 heavy gold curb chain, with several keys and a gold pass of the Gt. E. Railway, No. 132, " Darcy M. Dawes" in blue enamelled letters thereon ; 1 large pearl pin, pear shape. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Fitson, Aylesbury. HER TFORDSHIRE. 67. — Hitchin ( County). — 11th inst., at Royston, a new bicycle, 24 in. frame, upturned handle bars, fitted with New Departure coaster hub and front rim brake, thumb lever, Reflex clipper tyres, nickel- plated rims, rubber pedals, transfer on head and back mudguard, " S. Pepper & Sons, Royston, Herts," " 128& 2 " in gold figures stamped on bottom bracket— By A MAN, who gave the name of ABBOTT, age 20 to 25, height 5 ft. 7 in., rather thin face ; wearing a blue coat and cap. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Reynolds, Hitchin. HER TFORDSHIRE. 68.— Watford ( County).— 11th inst., at the Races at Moor Park, Rickmansworth, a gold lever watch, " Presented to Thomas Dallow Cartwright by his affectionate brother and sister T. W. and H. Cartwright, January 29tb, 1357" inscribed in- side case ; 1 gold watch by Brockelbank & Atkins, Cornhill, No. 10578, monogram " W " on back ; 1 silver watch by Parkinson & Boot, Gracechurch Street, monogram " RBDA" on back ; 1 silver " Express " lever watch by Graves, Sheffield, dent in back of case, near stem ; 1 silver chain purse containing £ 1; and an old leather purse, strap broken off, containing about £ 3 and a few cards. Information to Supt. Wood, Watford. KENT. 69.— Sandwich ( County).— Between 24th and 27th ult., at Goodnestone Park near Dover, a free- wheel bicycle, 32 in. frame, 28 in. wheels, plated rims, makers Singer & Co., " Grand- Mode- de- Lux," No. 645 D 154011, transparent gear case, pump screws in handle- bar. " Iviug of the Road " lamp attached. Information to Supt. Chanev, Sandwich. 70.— Sevenoaks ( County).— 13th inst., at the Races, a gold demi- hunter lever watch, " Bunhill Row, London " on plate. Information to Supt. Taylor, Sevenoaks. LANCASHIRE. 7\ .— Salford ( Borough).— Between 12th and 13th inst., by housebreaking, a 9 ct. gold double curb Albert, spade ace guinea, dated 1798, attached ; 1 lady's 9 ct. gold neckchain, small link pattern, fastens with small padlock at back, tied with white thread, 9 ct. gold heart shape locket attached ; 1 9 ct. plain gold oblong brooch, slightly raised in centre, pin missing ; 1 round silver brooch, chased round edge and in centre ; 12 nickel plated teaspoons, in old black cardboard box ; 4 Nevada silver tablespoons, " D & A " on handles ; 1 string of coral beads ; 1 pair of plain links ; 1 pair lace boots, size 9, nearly new, may have " Bostock" on tab; 1 ^- length single breasted grey overcoat, black velvet collar, black bone buttons, black Italian lining, chain hanger, tab to button over throat; 1 do., usual pockets, black bone buttons, black Italian lining, black velvet collar; 1 grey plaid double breasted vest, bone buttons to match ; 1 morocco leather cigar case ; 1 briar pipe with amber mouthpiece, in case ; 1 linen collar and front, blue stripes, size 13£ or 14 ; 1 felt hat, makers Hope Bros., stone colour lining, crack on brim about 3 in. long covered with felt patch ; 1 green leather cigar case; 1 grey woven woollen singlet; 1 pair brown kid gloves, white fur round, lined; 1 pair dark mixture stockings; 1 lady's silver double Albert, fine chain pattern, three- penny piece, dated 1887, silver tassel, and white heart shape stone, attached. Information to the Chief Constable, Salford. SHROPSHIRE. 72.— Oswestry ( County). — Between 8th and 10th inst., at Gloppa, a dark plaid suit, round coat, " Blain, Wrexham " on tab ; 1 black serge morning coat and vest, pockets behind ; 1 pair grey cloth trousers ; 1 black cloth do., pockets at sides ; 1 pair grey cloth trousers; 1 navy blue serge coat ( round) and vest; 1 pair grey trousers ; 1 blue mixture coat and vest ( much worn) patched on bottom of coat sleeves and vest pockets ; 1 pair rough black trousers; 1 grey overcoat with velvet collar; 2 pairs lace boots ( 1 strong, 1 light) ; 5 pairs silver earrings ( various patterns) ; 1 Jubilee shilling brooch, catch broken.— By TWO MEN ( lst, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache brown, supposed to have served in the Army.— 2nd, age 25 to 30, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., slight build, complexion sallow, hair and moustache dark, head inclined to one side, awkward gait; each wearing one of the stolen suits, as they left their old clothing in a field, 9th inst. Rag and bone gatherers. Stays at common lodging houses. Information to Supt. Lewis, Oswestry. SURREY. 73.— Reigate ( Borough).— 16th inst., a pair of lace boots, size 8 or 9, plain fronts, nailed— Suspicion is attached to A MAN, age about 40, height about 5 ft. 10 in,, complexion dark ; dress, black coat and vest, cord trousers, straps at knees, white wrapper. 16th inst., from a Printing Works, a German silver composing stick, 6 in. long, patent lock. 19th inst., 4 iron do., 2 6 in., 1 9 in., and 1 12 in. long— Suspicion is attached to a tramping COM- POSITOR, age about 35, height about 5 ft. 10 in., scars on face, cut scar on nose, full red face. Appearance of a heavy drinker ; wearing dark clothes and cap, blue wrapper. Information to Head Constable Metcalfe, Rei- gate. SUSSEX ( East). 74.— Eastbourne ^ Borough).— 19tli inst., by housebreaking, a lady's gold keyless half- hunter watch, supposed blue figures, back case finely chased; 1 do., very small gold keyless watch, white dial, black figures, back case plain, small dent on edge; 1 do., fine gold chain, about yards long, repaired one place with black cotton; 1 do., gold half- hoop ring, set 2 diamonds and 3 sapphires; 1 small round gold open- work pendant, peari in centre, 3 or 4 sapphires around; 1 gold oval locket, horse shoe one side, chased the other; 1 large silver gilt oblong locket, raised centre ( chased), plain back; 1 gold curb bracelet, made from a graduated Albert, with padlock, a few small links hanging with a red, white and blue shoe, and a small shield ( Norwegian coat- of- arms) in red enamel, attached; 1 gold spring bracelet, double link pattern, set turquoise and pearls alternately on front, plain gold knobs on back ( 1 missing); 1 pair of silver jam spoons, knobs around handles; a child's silver christening set— spoon, fork, and serviette ring, monogram " H. R. H." thereon; 1 cycling badge ( a flying hammer); 1 plain silver top of a mustard pot; 1 small silver watch, white dial, black figures, spring of inner case weak, attached to a white lanyard; 1 silver coronation medal, about the size of a 2s. piece; 1 Albert, imitation oxidized, and gold links with drop piece, silver Maltese cross, initials, " L. H." in centre, chased around, attached; 1 silver gilt necklace, Norwegian make, with white enamel spots to repre- sent pearls around front, and pear shape, red, white and blue enamel drops; 1 pair of lace boots, w'" toe caps, size 8, thick plain rubber heels.— Sus- picion is attached to A MAN, who was selling primroses in the tieighbourhood, age 36, height about 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh, hair dark ( turning grey), eyes blue, " S." or " T." tattooed left forearm ; dress, old grey 6uit and cap, supposed wearing the stolen boots, carried a brown wicker basket. A native of Portsmouth. A pair of old brown laoe boots, with toecaps, was left behind. Information to Major Teale, Chief Constable, Eastbourne. PERSONS or BODIES FOUND ESSEX. 76.— Grays ( County).— 18th inst., on the foreshore of the Thames at Purfleet, the body of a FEMALE CHILD, about 3 months old, much decomposed, white linen handkerchief with a number of ink stains thereon tied tightly round neck. Body in water about two months. Information to Supt. Jordan, Grays. HEREFORDSHIRE. 77.— Hereford ( City).— Abandoned, 5th inst., a MALE CHILD, age about 3 months, wrapped in a light grey striped woollen shawl, nearly new, white gown, 1 flannelette with white band, 2 unbleached calico binders, 1 shirt, 1 calico square, sleeves, & c., hand sewn, remainder machine sewn — By A WOMAN, age about 25, medium height, complexion fair' hair worn in fringe over forehead; dress greyish jacket, black dress, 3 frills round bottom, shoes with rubber heels, white straw sailor hat; she left the infant in the custody of a child and stated that she intended to do some shopping and absconded ; she also left with the child a boat- shape feeding bottle and a brown paper parcel containing 2 yards new flannelette, 1 small dark plaid wrapper, 1 red handkerchief " Adolphus J. Jones " worked in one corner. Information to the Chief Constable, Hereford. 78 — Hertford ( County).— 16th inst., in the river Lee at Ware Park Mill, the body of a FEMALE CHILD, age 6 to 9 months, length 2 ft. 2 in., weight 14 lbs., full face, hair brown, eyes hazel, wearing brown socks, a piece of copper wire was tied tightly round waist, had a 7 lb. and a 4 lb. weight attached, the 7 lb. weight bears the London County Council stamp, viz., a crown over V. R. 30, the 4 lb. weight bears the Essex County stamp, viz., 2 cutlasses on shield. Body supposed thrown into the river during night of 12th inst. or 13th inst. A portmanteau, 19^ l° ngi 9j in. deep, 8 in. wide, covered with black American cloth, bound at edges with brown leather, brown leather handles, of cheap manufacture, was found by the river side. Photograph of child can be seen on application. Information to Supt. Foster, Hertford. STAFFORDSHIRE. 72,— Longton ( County).— 11th inst., in the Great Fenton Colliery Pools, the body of a fully- developed FEMALE CHILD, wrapped in a glass cloth with white squares and blue lines, in brown paper tied with two mohair laces. Supposed in water several days. Information to Supt. Oakden, Longton. APPREHENSIONS. PROPERTY RECOVERED. NO TTINGHA MS HIRE. 75.— Nottingham ( City).— Property, Case No. 71, 25th ult., and thieves arrested. 80.— Metropolitan Police District, G Division.— GEORGE THOMAS WILSON, alias HARRY WILSON, Case No. 74, 26th December, 1902. 81.— Metropolitan Police District, E Division.— JAMES YOUNGE, Case No. 70, 5th June, 1903. 82.— Metropolitan Police District, R Division.— SARAH GILL, alias VER- NEY, etc., Office No. S 3833, Case No. 33, 25th ult. 81— Metropolitan Police District, X Division.— MAN, Case No. 4, 15th inst., horse, Ac., recovered. 84. — Buckinghamshire, High Wycombe ( County).— JAMES CRESWELL, Case No. 9, 22nd August, 1902. 85.— Cumberland, Workington { County).— MAN, Case No. 8,15th inst. 86.— Lancashire, Bury ( County).— JAMES HAMPSON, Case No. 20,15th inst., and committed for trial at Manchester Assizes, 87.— Staffordshire, Burslem ( County).— WILLIAM RAGG, Case No. 36,15th inst., and sentenced to 2 months imprisonment. 88- Suffolk ( East), Ipswich ( Borough).— CHARLES GEORGE MATON, Case No. 42,15th inst. 22 T H E POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, APRIL 29, 1904. LATEST INFORMATION. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 89,— C Division.— For obtaining £ 5 by a worthless cheque on the London and County Bank, Lambeth Branch— FRANK G. PIER- POINT, age 39, height 6 ft., well built, com- plexion fresh, hair and moustache dark brown, eyes blue, wears gold rimmed glasses; dress, dark clothes, black hard felt hat, patent leather boots. Supposed a native of London. Warrant issued. 90.— E Division.— For being concerned with Edward Smith ( in custody) in stealing a horse and hackney carriage— JAMES CHARLES ONSLOW, age 21, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion ' fair, hair light, clean shaved, eyes blue, addicted to drink; dress, dark brown jacket, dark tweed vest, blue serge trousers, dark muffler, white front, carries a knotted cane. A native of Somers Town. Stated he was going to Watford. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Olfice, New Scotland Yard, S. W. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRIO T 91.— C Division.— 17th inst., 14 gold pins ( 1 Douglas, light blue enamel with diamond flames at top; 1 diamond fish with small piece of red on tail; 1 set turquoise and diamond; 1 onyx head; 1 heart shape turquoise, claw setting; 1 round stud, set pearl snrrounded by diamonds ; 1 horseshoe pattern, set rubies and diamonds; 1 heart shape, small, light blue enamel; 1 green enamel, 3 leaf shamrock with small diamond in centre; 1 round emerald, surrounded by small diamonds; 1 Florentine turquoise, shape of Fleur- de- lis ; 1 set 2 turquoise and diamond ; 1 single stone amethyst; 1 Rifle Brigade badge, similar to a Maltese cross) ; 1 antique cigarette box, flowers on lid and sides, partly erased through wear. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan. Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. APPREHENSION. 92.— Lancashire, Manchester ( City) - Licence- holder CHARLES SMITH, Office No, 1707- 96, Case No. 23, 15th inst., and discharged with a caution, 20th, for failing to report. List ot Lloenoe Holders, Supervisees, Expirees, etc., who have been re- apprehended, for the week ending April 16th, 1904, with the results, etc. Office No. Reference to H. C. Register. NAME. Fresh Offence with which charged. Re- convicted in Name of Reault. Date and Place. Name and Division of Officer. 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FREDERICK JONES, JOHN KEEFE, THOMAS KEW, HENRY WILLIAM MCDONALD, MARY MEREDITH, SEPTOK MOORE, CHARLES O'BRIEN, PATRICK O'M ALLEY, KATHLEEN TERRY, WILLIAM RICHARDSON, FREDERICK SOUL LEY, CHARLES SHAW, WILLIAM SPEAIGHT, GEORGE STUMP, WILLIAM STUMP, WILLIAM SWAILES, HERBERT CHRISTOPHER SYMES, WILLIAM TERREY, ROSE THORN, EDWARD TURNER, FREDERICK WADHAM, WILLIAM WALLACE. ELIZABETH WALSH, MARY ANN WEST, JAMES WILKINS, GEORGE WILLIAMS, JOHN WILLIAMSON, GEORGE WILSON, THOMAS WOOD, HARRY YOUNG, CHARLOTTE Larceny ( per.) Shopbreaking ( stealing jewellery) Obstruction ( coster's barrow) Burglary Larceny ( per.) P. of C. Act Burglary ( stealing plate) Larceny ( goods exposed ) Larceny ( outhouse) Receiving Attempted ware- housebreaking Burglary P. of C. Act Housebreaking ( false key) Refractory pauper and assault Drunk & disorder- ly & assault on police Larceny ( lodger) P. of C. Act Larceny ( till) Burglary Larceny ( 3 charges) Warehousebreakng Larceny ( shop) Larceny ( per.) Housebreaking ( lifting front win- dow) P. of C. Act Stealing horse, cart Jt harness Horse stealing Burglary Larceny ( door open) Larceny ( visitor) Larceny ( per.) Housebreaking P. of C. Act Larceny ( shop) Indecency in a public place Larceny ( per.) Housebreaking Stealing door mats P. of C. Act Larceny ( shop) Cycle stealing Larceny ( shop) Same Name Same Name Same Name GEORGE WILLIAM HUGHES JOHN SMITH Same Name Same Name FREDERICK McCOY EDWIN ELD BENJAMIN EVANS EDWARD TEAPE Same Name WALTER COLLINS WILLIAM GRANT Same Name Same Name MINNIE FRASER JOHN WHARTON Same Name Same Name TERESA SARSFIELD Same Name ARTHUR WEST Same Name WILLIAM LINTON GEORGE STANLEY Same Name Same Name HERBERT PAYNE WILLIAM AMES ROSE TERRY EDWARD THORNE Same Name GEORGE DEWING ELIZABETH McMANN MARY ANN TAYLOR WILLIAM ARTHUR JONES THOMAS ATKINS Same Name JOHN CHURCHILL GEORGE BIIOWN WILLIAM WHITE Same Name 3 months h. l. 3$ yrs. p. s. and 2 yrs. supn. Fined 5s. 5 years p. s. 4 yrs. p. s. and 3 yrs. supn. 2 months h. l. 3 years p. s. 3 yrs p. s. and 12 months supn. 3 months h. l. 7 yrs p. s. 22 months h. l. 3 yrs p. s. and 3 yrs supn. 12 months h. l. 8 months h. l. 7 days Fined 40s. or 1 month h. l. 18 months h. l. 12 months h. l. 12 months h. l. 12 months h. l. 2 months h. l. 9 months h. l. 5 yrs. p. s. 3 years p. s. 18 months h. l. 12 months h. l. 6 months h. l. 3 yrs. p. s. 21 months h. l. 9 months h. l. 2 months h. l. 12 months h. l. 3 years p. s. 12 months h. l. 6 months h. l. O 1 month h. l. 4 yrs p. s. and 3 yrs supri. 20" months h. l. 12 months h. l. 3 months h. l. 5 months h. l. 6 months h. l. 6 months h. l. 12th Apr., Worship St. P. Ot. 12th Apr., N. L. Sess. 8th Apr., Marlborough St. P. Ct. 9th Apr., Middlesex Sess. 14th Apr., N. L. Sess. 13th Apr., Westminster P. Ct. 12th Apr., N. L. Sess. 9th Apr., Middlesex Sess. 11th Apr., Epsom P. Sess. 8th Apr., W. Kent Q. Sess. 13th Apr., N. L. Sess. 8th Apr., Northampton Q. Sess. 9th Apr., Clerkenwell P. Ct. 12th Apr., N. L. Sess. 8th Apr., Marylebone P. Ct. 14th Apr., W. L. P. Ct. 13th Apr., N. L. Sess. 9th Apr., Westminster P. Ct. 14th Apr.. Croydon Q. Sess. 12th Apr., N. L. Scss. 8th Apr., Portsmouth Boro' Q. Sess. 12th Apr., N. L. Sess. 9th Apr., Middlesex Sess. 12th Apr., N. L. Sess. 6th Apr.. Essex Q. Sess. 12tb Apr.. W. L. P. Ct. 22nd Mar., N. L. Sess. 15th Apr., West Ham Boro* Sess. 13th Apr., N. L. Sess. 12th Apr., N. L. Sess. 6th Apr., Greenwich P. Ct. 12th Apr., N. L. Sess. 7th Apr., W. Kent Q. Sess. 14th Apr., Worship St. P. Ct. 13th Apr., N. L. Sess. 11th Apr., Lambeth P. ft. 13th Apr., N. L. Sess. 12th Apr., N. L. Scss. 12th Apr., N. L. Sess. 14th Apr., Clerkenwell P. Ct 13th Apr., N. L. Sess. 12th Apr., Bow St. 1>. Ct. 13th Apr., N. L. Sess. P. C. Whetstone, 288G ; also P. S. Hod- son, C. I. D., G. P. S. Wright and P. S. Laing. C. I. D., G. P. C. Bain, 269 D. P. C. Newton. 49XR : also P. S. Spencer, C. I. D.. X. P. C. Eames, 46H and P. C. Penny, 366H. P. S. Berrett and P. S. Watts. C. I. D., A. P. S. Keys, C. I. D., T; also P. C. Step- ney, 667 K. P. C. Yorke, 16XR ; also P. C. Keys, O. I. D., L. P. C. Cooper, C. I. D., W ; also P. C. Mackenzie, 764W. P. O. Clay, 30PR : also P. C. Dodd, 39 IP. P. C. Benham, 439E ; also P. S. Beard, C. I. D., L. P. C. Blackwell, 47WR ; also P. S. Andrews, C. I. D.. W. P. C. Leach and P. C. Hall, O. I. D., G. P. C. Lee, 833K ; also P. C. Tibbenham, 4UX. P. C. Bowess, 119D : also P. C. Han- cock, HOD. P. C. Saint, 461X : also P. C. Pittaway, C. I. D., X. P. C. Lock, C. I. D., Y ; also P. S. Smith, C. I. D., B. P. S. Watts, C. I. D., A ; also P. S. Baxter, C. I. D., E. Acting P. S. Read, 106W ; also P. C. Knott, C. I. D., M. P. C. Chapman, 129F. ; also P. S. ( allaghan, C. I. D., E. P. C. Colling, C. I. D., V : also P. C. Ford, Portsmouth Boro' Police. P. S. Rosentreter and P. C!. Graver, C. I. D., J. P. C. Holmes, 17IX ; also P. S. West, C. I. D., X. P. S. Callaghan and P. S. Bissell, C. I. D , E. P. C. Gibson, 830K : also P. C. Powell, 534J. P. C. Dewdney. 6! » 1T : also P. C. Wil- kinson, C. I. D., Y. P. C. Rolfe, 369 R. Insp. Nicholls, C. I. D., K: also P. S. Roche, C. I. D., N. P. C. Goude, 342G ; also P. S. Pride, C. I. D., G. P. C. Budd. 435G ; also P. S. Brogden, C. I. D.. H. P. C. Ebsary, C. I. D., P ; also P. C. Holden, 150R. P. C. Little, 436H ; also P. S. Wensley, C. I. D., H. Insp. Badcock and P. S. Willis, C. I. D., P. P. S. Handley and P. C. Gooding, C. I. D., H. P. C. Reeve. 261F, and P. C. Nelmes, 243 F. P. C. Payne, 4681> : also P. S. Holford, C. I. D., P. P. C. Cook, 294C : also P. S. Brooks C. I. D., C. P. C. Ware, 228S ; also P. S. Osbornf C. I. D, Y. P. C. Redgers. 567X ; also P. C. Pewsey. 254T. P. S. Allison, 29Y ; also Insp. Mar low, G. P. C. Sexton, 110F; also P. S. Barrett, C. I. D, F P. O. Monk. 163K, and P. C. Napthine, 364 F. P. C. Rogers, 487J : also P. C. Swallow, 310G. I LONDON I PRIKTID FOB HIS MAJHTT'S STATIOKEBT OMOI BY J. J. 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