POLICE GAZETTE PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, AUGUST 18, 1905. VOL. XXII., No. 2258. 1. All communications for insertion in the POLICE GAZETTE, and all communi- cations relating to them, should be addressed to THE EDITOR or THE POLICE GAZETTE, NEW SCOTLAND YARD, LONDON, S. W. 2. Particulars 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. I. 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. 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 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. A. TIONS. 7. Announcements concerning stolen property must be guaranteed by an officer of not less rank than Inspector, or analogous thereto. 8. 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APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 1— Criminal Investigation De- partment•— For forging and uttering cheques — KATHERINE PARKES ( See Case No. 3, 9th June last).— She may be accompanied by the Man described, or by A MAN, age 42, height 5 ft. 11 in., complexion fresh, hair ( bald over fore- head) and eyes brown, 3rd right finger injured and contracted, mole rioht side upper lip, now supposed to be staying at first- class hotels in the provinces, awaiting an opportunity to utter forged cheques for large amounts. Should a case occur, immediate notice is requested. 2 — A Division.— For stealing a quantity of Sheffield plate, between 4th and 14th inst.— ARTHUR CHARLES BRAGGE, age 28, " height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion sallow, hair, and eyes ( large) brown, nose has been broken, prominent teeth; dress, blue serge jacket and trousers, fancy linen vest, mauve tie, black felt hat. A fine art dealer; native of London.— BERTIE CECIL DICKS, age 22, height 6 ft., slight build, stoops slightly, com- plexion pale, hair brown, eyes hazel, pimples on face; dress, light brown tweed coat and vest, dark trousers, straw hat. A native of London. Warrant issued. 3.— C Division.— For stealing, 14th inst., a gold and platinum horse shoe brooch, set 31 sapphires in row, and about 25 diamonds graduat- ing from centre, in row above; 1 15 ct. gold small chain bracelet, set 7 turquoise; 1 18 ct. gold mar- quise ring, set about 25 diamonds; 2 ladies' 18 ct. do., half hoop, set 5 large diamonds in each; 1 lady's 18 ct. gold ring, set 1 large oval sapphire, 3 large and 5 small diamonds at each end— KARL MIELING, age 23, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., com- plexion fair, hair light brown, slight moustache light, eyes pale blue, good teeth, scar left side of forehead, large cut across one hand; dress, light grev green check jacket suit, brown hard felt hat, brown boots. A native of Germany. Warrant issued. 4.— C Division.— For stealing ( servant), 8th inst., an 18 ct. Geneva hunter lever watch, centre seconds, No. 20022; 1 square gold locket, diamond in centre; 1 gold ring, set single stone diamond; 1 gold cluster pin, large diamond in centre; 7 yards black silk lining; 12 merino under vests; 12 do. pants; 18 white handkerchiefs— ESTHER MINNIE MAUD BAILEY, age 23, height 5 ft. 6 in., well built, erect bearing, com- plexion dark, thin features, round chin, hair dark auburn, eyes dark grew thick lower lip, good teeth, front upner teeth protrude; dress, black Alpaca skirt, white blouse, black three- quarter jacket, white sailor hat, button boots. Supposed a native of Gravesend or Chatham. Warrant issued. 5. — D Division. — For embezzling £ 39 lis. 9d.— CHARLES HERBERT PETTITT, age 19, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fair, hair light, eyes grey, red birthmark left cheek, nearly blind left eye; dress, dark suit, hard felt hat. A native of Portsmouth. Warrant issued. 6.— G Division.— For stealing, 5th May last, a quatity of marmot skins and satin, and 4 muff blocks— REUBEN COHEN, a Russian Jew, age 45, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair ( bushy) black; usually wears dark clothing, hard or soft felt hat. Warrant issued. 7 — J Division.— For stealing, 8th inst., a blue roan mare; a set of harness; and a four- wheel phaeton ( recovered)— A MAN, age 45, height 5 ft. 3 in., stout build, complexion and hair dark, slight moustache turning grey; dress, brown jacket suit, dark cap, old brown lace boots. 8.— N Division. — For larceny ( bailee)— ALFRED BROMAGE WILLIAMS, age 54. height 5 ft. 5| in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache dark brown ( turning grey), eyes grey; dress, dark grey tweed morning coat suit, grey cap, lace boots. Warrant issued. 9.— N Division.— For stealing ( servant^, 10th ult., a pair silver candlesticks, about 8 in. high, ebony handles, surmounted by unicorn; 1 pair do. cut flower stands, fluted tops; 1 pair do dishes, perforated bottoms, shape of shamrock; 1 pair white linen sheets— LIZZIE HIGGS, age 26, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., complexion sallow, hair dark brown, eyes brown, nose turns slightly up- wards ; dress, dark grey tweed jacket, black skirt and bodice, dark grey motor hat with peak front and back. Supposed a native of Gloucester. Warrant issued. 10. — W Division. — For embezzlement — JOHN TOWNSEND, alias HENRY MASON, HANSON, and JOHN BUTCHER, Office No. 376- 01, age 34, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes blue, top of right middle finger partly deficient, scar base of left thumb, right shoulder lower than left, head in- clined to right : dress, dark suit, panama hat. A butcher; native of Herefordshire. Sentenced at Warwick County Sessions, 20th October, 1903, to 8 months hard labour for obtaining money by false pretences. Liberated 5th June, 1904. Has also been convicted at South London Sessions, West- minster Police Court, and Hyde Petty Sessions. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard. S. W. OA MBRIDGESHIRE. 11.— Cambridge ( County).— For highway robbery, at Fen Ditton, 9th inst.— WILLIAM FIELD, age 40 to 45, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., hair ( bald on top), moustache and eyes dark, ring tattooed 2nd finger, and dots 2 THE POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 1905. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT Ccontinued)— 3rd finger of one hand ; dress, drab Derby jacket suit with raised seams, black and yellow tie, black soft felt hat, carried a 6 in. rule in outside breast pocket of jacket, may have bloodstaines on cloth- ing. A painter. Is supposed to have served in the Army. Information to Supt. Webb, Castle Hill, Cam- bridge. OA RDIGA NSHtRE. 12. — Aberystwyth ( CountyV — For non- appearance to a summons for cruelty to a horse — NOAH FLORENCE, age about 50, height about 5 ft. 10 in., complexion and hair dark, eyes grey, lost half one ear; wearing old dark brown clothes. A hawker. Was accompanied by his Wife and 2 Sons.— NOAH FLORENCE, age about 15, complexion dark, hair dark brown, eyes grey. They usually travel Mid- Wales, Salop, and Herefordshire. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Jones, Aberystwyth. CARNARVONSHIRE. 13.— Pwelheli ( County1 — For stealing a mackintosh ( recovered)— EPHRAIM GRIFFITH, age 28 to 30, height about 5 ft. 10 in., rather slight build, moustache dark; dress, dark coat and vest, grey trousers, light plaid cap. A native of Trawsfynydd, Merionethshire. He represents himself as a horse and cattle dealer. May be found with cabmen or car pronrietors. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Jones, Pwelheli. DERBYSHIRE. 14.— Buxton County}.— For stealing. 7th inst., a bicycle, Rothwell maker, " No. 13035 " on frame, free wheel, 24 in. frame, front tyre re- rubbered, back Dunlop tyre, rather old, front brake out of repair, Vox- Popli back brake, wide handle bars, rubber pedals, Brooks's saddle— ALFRED FORD, age 18, height 5 ft. 1 or 2 in., complexion and hair light; dress, grey tweed suit and cap, lace boots. A native of Manchester. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. James, Buxton. 15 — Derby ( County).— For stealing a brown leather bag; 1 collector's book; samples of cloth and drapery; season ticket Ilkeston to Notting- ham, Midland Railway; and 6s. 6d., 27th ult., at Long Eaton — ALFRED PHILLIPS, age about 30, height 5 ft. 9 in., slight build, com- plexion sallow, thin face, hair black, moustache dark, eyes ( large) grey; dress, dark blue serge jacket suit, grey cap. A collector and canvasser; native of Gravesend. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, County Police Office, Derby. DEVONSHIRE. 16 — Exeter ( City).— For stealing, 22nd ult., 1 old- fashioned 18 ct. gold hunter watch, white dial, gold hands, plain case; 1 do. 22 ct. gold verge watch, pear case, white dial, gold hands; 11 gold seals, very old design, various colour stones, all have crests engraved thereon, one has " M. C."— Licence- holder HARRY THOMPSON, alias HERBERT RANKIN, Office No. 2614- 02, age 23, height 5 ft. 9^ in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes grey, scar right eyebrow and end of nose, hairy mole right cheek; dress, dark grey coat and trousers, fancy vest, bowler hat. A tailor; native of Edinburgh. Sentenced at Liverpool Assizes, 14th February, 1903, to 3 years penal servitude for housebreaking and larceny. Licenced 10th June, 1905. d 76. Has also been convicted at Leeds, Harrogate, Liscard, Bath, and Bristol. ( See Case No. 6, 11th inst.) Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, City Police, Exeter. ESSEX. 17 — Chelmsford ( county).— For embezzl- ing £ 15 lis— ROBERT KING, age 22, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., slight build, complexion sallow, of delicate appearance, hair light brown, clean shaved; dress, long dark fawn colour coat, dark grey jacket, dark striped trousers, mauve tie, check cap. A clerk. Absconded from Great Braddon, 3rd inst., left Chelmsford same day by train for London. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Chelmsford. 18. — Thorpe - le- Soken ( County).— For stealing ( bailee), a bicycle at Clacton- on- Sea, 6th inst.— JOHN GRAY, a^ e 19, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion pale, hair brown, eyes hazel; dress, dark suit and cap. Is a deserter from the 1st Scottish Borderers. A native of St. Virgins, Arbroath. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Jones, Thorpe- le- Soken. GLAMORGANSHIRE. 19-— Bridgend ( County). — For deserting their wives and families, leaving them chargeable to the Common Fund of the Bridgend and Cow- bridge Union— EDWARD SHEARON, age about 44, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., complexion fair, hair and slight moustache light, deep scar across head, addicted to drink. A labourer or haulier; tramps the country.— WILLIAM HENRY REES, age 35, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion, hair, mous- tache and eyes dark, nose appears to have been broken, peculiar voice; dress, dark pilot cloth suit, square cut, black and white silk neckerchief, black hard felt hat. A collier. Warrants issued. Information to Supt. Davis, Bridgend. 20.— Cardiff ( Borough).— For failing to re- port — Licence- holder FRANCIS HENRY PERRY, alias HENRY CARLBERG, FRANCIS FOWLER, and SINCLAIR, Office No. 1474- 02, age 40, height 5 ft. 9£ in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, anchor, heart, and cross right forearm, rose and leaves back left forearm. An asylum attendant; native of Ayr. Sentenced at Usk Quarter Sessions, 2nd July, 1902, to 3 years penal servitude for obtaining goods by false pre- tences. Liberated on 2nd licence, 26th June, 1905, which expires 26th August, 1905. c 273. Warrant issued. 21 .— Cardiff ( Bnrouoh).— For failing to re- port— Licence- holder JOHN JONES, alias JOHN FITZGERALD, Office No. 2686- 02, age 43, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion pale, hair dark brown, eyes hazel, tattooed cross flags front left forearm. A labourer; native of Devonport. Sentenced at Usk Quarter Sessions, 7th January, 1903, to 3 years penal servitude for housebreaking. Licenced 8th Apirl, 1905. W d 52. Warrant issued. 22.— Cardiff ( Borough).— For failing to re- report— Licence- holder JAMES WHEELAN, alias DAVID DEAN, Office No. 3142- 00, age 25, height 5 ft. 2i in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes brown, circles 1st, 2nd, and 3rd left fingers, woman, " I LOVE S R " right forearm, clasped hands back right hand. A painter; native of Liverpool. Sentenced at Sheffield City Quarter Sessions, 7th January, 1903, to 3 years penal servi- tude for shopbreaking. Licenced 3rd May, 1905. d 24. Warrant issued. 23.— Cardiff ( Borouoh\— For failing to report— Licence- holder JAMES EDWARD HAR- GREAVES, Office No. 971- 04, age 47, height 5 ft. 5J in., complexion fresh, hair brown ( turning grey), eyes blue, 3 dots back left hand, burn scar, dagger, and coat- of- arms left forearm, scar outside left eyebrow, several abscess scars back of neck. A seaman; native of New York. Sen- tenced at Gloucester County Assizes, 18th February, 1893, to 20 vears penal servitude for carnal knowledge of a " irl under the age of 13 years. Licenced 22nd June, 1904. T 36. To be dealt with where found. Information to Chief Constable McKenzie, Cardiff. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 24.— Bristol ( City). — Vor failing to report— Licence- holder JOSEPH SMITH, alias JOHN DOWLE, Office No. 918- 02, age 61, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fresh, hair brown ( turning grey), eyes grey, long cut scar between right thumb and forefinger, scar front of left forearm, mole right side of nose and back of neck. A groom ; native of Frome. Sentenced at Worcester City Sessions, 9th April, 1903, to 3 years penal servitude for obtaining food by fraud. Licenced 10th July, 1905. P d 539. May be found in company of low class horse dealers. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Bristol. HAMPSHIRE. 25.— Aldershot ( County). — For stealing ( bailee), during April last, a lady's silver watch, open face, gold numerals, black hands, flowers on dial— E. LEWIS JONES, age 55, height 5 ft. 1 or 2 in., stoops slightly, complexion fresh, hair ( bald on top) and moustache light brown, rather deaf; dress, dark suit, grey overcoat, dark motor cap with light stripes, brown boots, usually carries a cane, small black hand bag containing tools. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hawkins, Aldershot. 26. — Gosport ( County\ — For stealing ( bailee) a bicycle ( recovered)— JACK EDWARD SIMMONDS, age 22, height 5 ft. 7b in., com- plexion swarthy, hair dark brown, eyes grey. A native of Rangoon, Burmah. A sick berth atten- dant. Is an absentee from H. M. S. Victory, Portsmouth. May now be wearing plain clothes. Information to Supt. Cottle, Gosport. 27 — Portsmouth ( Borough,}.— For failing to surrender to his recognizances at Quarter Ses- sions, 1st ult., for larceny, 24th April last — GEORGE SPICER, age 28, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes brown; dress, black double- breasted coat and vest, grey striped trousers, light cap. A native of Portsmouth. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Portsmouth. HER TFORDSHIRE. 2S.— Hitohin ( County).— For stealing, be- tween 1st and 4th inst., at Walsworth, a lady's gold wire ring; 1 meerschaum cigarette holder in case, " A present from Skegness " thereon— WIL- LIAM FIELD, age 40 to 45, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., well built, erect bearing, hair ( bald on top), moustache, and eyes dark; dre6s, fawn or drab colour suit, black soft felt hat, black and yellow tie. A painter, represents himself as a sign- writer. He took train to King's Cross, London, on 10th inst. Warrant issued. 29.— Hitchin ( County).— For obtaining 3s. by false pretences, 26th ult.— — ALLEN, age about 40, height 5 ft. 10 in., well built, erect bearing, complexion fair, sunburnt, moustache light; dress, brown striped jacket and vest, grey trousers, white straw hat with black band. He represented that he had a motor cycle being re- paired in the town, stated he had run short of money, and obtained the above amount for the purpose of sending a telegram. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Hitchin. HUNTINGDONSHIRE. 30.— Huntingdon ( County).— For stealing, 15th June last, a B flat clarionette in case, 13 keys, including C sharp, fitted with lyre, " Beeson & Co., 198 Euston Road, London," stamped on joints— A MAN, age about 28, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh, high cheek bones, hair light brown, moustache light, eyes grey, large nose; dress, black jacket and vest, dark trousers and cap. Stated he was a painter and a native of White- chapel. A good clarionet player; is probably tramping the country. Believed to be a deserter from the City of London Militia. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Copp- ing, Huntingdon. KENT. 31. — Rochester ( City). — For failing to notify change of residence — Licence- holder ARTHUR POTTER, alias CHARLES CLARK, Office No. 199- 02, age 37, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes blue grey, 2nd and 3rd right fingers marked through poison- ing, lost 2nd, 3rd, and 4th left fingers. A cooper; native of Brighton. Sentenced at Chelmsford County Quarter Sessions, 16th October, 1902, to 3 years penal servitude and remanet of former sen- tence, for larceny. Licenced 8th inst, which expires 14th July, 1906. Z c 337. Has also been convicted at Mark Cross, Lewes, Maidstone, and Highgate Petty Sessions. To be dealt with where found. Information to Chief Constable Arnold, Rochester. 32 — Dover ( Borough) — For stealing. 1st inst., a " Sunbeam" bicycle, transfer on ba « k mud- guard, " Jos. Austin, maker, Dover, ' flat handle bars, front and back rim brake, B. S. A. fittings, stay of back mud- guard broken, old Dun- lop cover back wheel, lamp attached— WASH COONUS, a Russian, age about 30, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion sallow, long pointed nose, hair light; dress, dark grey reefer suit, straw hat with black band. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Dover. LANCASHIRE. 33— Bury ( County).— For stealing ( bailee), 4th inst., an English centre second watch, large open face, key wind, No. 6528; 1 old English lever, open face, out of repair— A MAN, who gave the name of JOHN HARRISON, alias MICKLEWRIGHT, age about 31, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., slight build, complexion sallow, hair light brown, moustache brownish; dress, brown tweed suit, straw hat with narrow brim, coloured band. A watch maker and repairer. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Noblett, Bury. FRIDAY, AUGUST 18, 1906. THE POLICE GAZETTE. 3 PORTRAIT OF A PERSON IN CUSTODY. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT oi.— B Division.— Information is required respecting the antecedents of JOHN JONES, age 25, height 5 ft. 2 in., complexion fair, hair brown, eyes grey, line and dots in blue ink on each fore- arm; dress, dark grey jacket, blue serge trousers, grey vest and cap, lace boots. A kitchen porter. This man is awaiting trial at North London Ses- sions, 22nd inst., for burglary. The offence was effected by crossing waste ground at rear of premises, climbing wall to roof of flats, entering window ( partly opened but secured by patent fasteners, which could be reached and undone by inserting aim), stealing quantity of clothing, and leaving by way of pantry window. He refuses to give any account of himself, but it is thought there may be previous convictions, or that he may be wanted for similar offences elsewhere. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. LANCASHIRE. 37.— Liverpool { City).—¥ or stealing £ 30— RICHARD JONES, age 33, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fresh, hair ( slightly bald) dark, whiskers and moustache brown, speake slowly and quietly; drees, dark suit, grey cap. Pretends to be religious. A re- toucher; native of Birming- ham. May seek employment with photographers. Is believed to have served 3 months imprisonment in Stafford Gaol about the beginning of 1904. Ab- sconded 31st ult. Information to the Head Constable, Detective Department, Liverpool. NOR THA MPTONSHIRE. 11— Northampton ( Borough).— For ob- taining a blue serge suit and white straw hat, blue band with blue and red stripes, by false pretences, 5th inst.— II. P. BARBER, age about 22, height 5 ft. 2 ill., stout build, complexion sallow, hair dark, clean shaved; wearing the stolen clothing, lie took lodgings, 4th inst., and stated that he was a signalman on the London and North Western Railway, and had been transferred from Willesdcn. Had in his possession a road racer PERSONS WANTED. CITY OF LONDON. 3a— For falsification of accounts— WILLIAM HENRY PENNEY, age 33, height 5 ft. in., complexion ruddy, hair red, moustache light, eyes blue, large scar on throat ( extending from left to right ear), speech somewhat impeded, large scar left wrist ( causing partial disablement of arm); dress, dark morning coat and vest, tweed trousers, hard felt hat, wears liifdi collar to hide scar on throat. Absconded 3rd inst. May endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Stark, 26 Old Jewry, E. C. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continuei)- LANOA SHIRE. 38. — Bolton ( County). — For stealing, 4th inst., at Farn worth, a lady's 9 ct. gold gipsy ring, single stone diamond in centre — A MAN, age about 35, height 5 ft. 9 in., hair and moustache light brown, snake tattooed right arm, lighthouse and flowers left forearm, speaks with London accent, lisps; dress, dark brown check suit, grey cap, wearing gold or imitation gold snake ring right little finger. He has served in the Navy. Had with him a bicycle, black enamelled, Westwood rims, free wheel, mud- guards, plated handle bars, white grips, small piece chipped off end left grip. Stated he came from Liverpool, and was going to Notting- ham and Oxford. Information to Supt. Leeming, Bolton. 3y. — Liverpool ( City\ — For failing fo report — Licence- holder THOMAS RICHARD RIMMER, alias THOMAS CLARK and JACK JOHNSON, Office No. 3472- 99, age 29, height 5 ft. 2| in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, blue mark lobe of each ear, scar left back of neck and back of right ring finger. A painter; native of Liverpool. Sentenced at Lancaster As- sizes, 26th January, 1903, to 3 years penal ser- vitude for larceny. Licenced 18th May last, d 29. To be dealt with where found. Information to the Head Constable, Detective Department, Liverpool. KENT. 36. Tonbridge [ County). — Special County Sessions, 9th April, 1901, to 12 months attention is called to ALFRED ARTHUR hard labour for obtaining money by false pre- JARVIS alias WILLIAM PERRY, RAVEN, tences; has also been convicted at Bedford, North- BEVAN,' BENNETT, and WALSH, & c., Office ampton, Cambridge, Warwick, Bristol, Stafford, No. 530- 02 ( wanted for obtaining money by false Salford, Leeds, and Northallerton. He is com- pretences), age 46, height 5 ft. 5J in., complexion mitting similar offences in the North and Mid- fresh, hair black ( turning grey), eyes blue, blue lands, and was heard of at Hull 27th ult., at scar under and outer corner right eye, mole Norwich 31st ult., also at Louth. ( See Case No. on right cheek; dress, dark coat and vest, dark 34, 24th March last.) grey trousers, rubber cuffs, square hard felt hat. Warrant issued. A native of Newcastle. Sentenced at Cumberland Information to Supt. Styles, Tonbridge. LEICES TERSHIRE. 40.— Leicester ( Borough).— For obtaining books by false pretences — Licence- holder HENRY HAMILTON, alias THOMAS F. H. WILKINSON, HOWARD W. FORTESCUE, II. F. G. NAPIER, and Dr. or Capt. GORDON, Office No. 3685- 97, Case No. 39, 7th ult., age 63, height 5 ft. 9J in., complexion fresh, hair and pointed beard ( turning grey) dark, eyes grey, scar on bottom lip, speaks with strong Scotch accent, gentlemanly appearance; may be wearing a grey or blue jacket suit. He calls on booksellers and first- class tradesmen, represents that he is a doctor just retired from practioe in another town, and intends to reside in the district, that he is in temporary lodgings while his house ( which he states is in the best residential neighbourhood) is being finished. He then orders valuable books, guns, suits of clothes, boots, etc., to be delivered at his lodgings, promising payment on the completion of the transfer of his banking account. Warrant issued. Information to Head Constable Lumley, Leices- ter. PORTRAITS OF ; 4 THE POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, AUGUST 18, 1905. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued) bicycle. He left behind a dark grey mixture suit with stripes running through, blue cap, and a cycle lamp. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Northampton. PEMBROKESHIRE. 42.— Haverfordwest Castle ( County). -— For stealing a blue serge jacket suit— JOHN EVANS, alias MURPHY, an Irishman, age 37, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair ( turn- ing grey) light, eyes blue, scars over both eyes, 2 women and coat of arms tattooed right forearm, 2 women and braoelet left forearm, lancer on horse on chest; supposed wearing the stolen suit, brown jersey, strong nailed boots. A labourer. Is a good cricketer. Has served in the Army. Warrant issued. VS.— Haverfordwest Castle ( County) — For stealing a black suit with small blue stripes, about J in. apart, vest double- breasted; 1 grey cap; 1 white cord vest, breeches and leggings; 1 pair light boots, size 7; 1 collar with front at- tached ; 1 white tie with brown spots; 1 steel Albert, compass attached— PATRICK GUIN- NESS, age 16 or 17, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., com- plexion dark, hair dark brown, eyes grey, one front upper tooth filled with gold; dress, dark brown jacket and vest with brown stripes, dark grey trousers, light boots, or the stolen clothing. A farm labourer; native of County Cork. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Haverford- west- Castle. SOMERSETSHIRE. 44. — Dunster ( County). — For obtaining £ 500 by fraud at Minehead, 27th ult.— THOMAS BARSBY, age about 48, height about 5 ft. 10 in., broad shoulders, stoops slightly, complexion, and hair ( turning grey) light, clean shaved, a heavy smoker; usually wears lounge coat, light brown cap, vest, breeches, and brown leather leggings, A groom; native of Loughborough, Leicester. May be found in billiard rooms, or at race meetings. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Perry, Dunster. 45.— Weston ( County).— For obtaining 16s. 2d. by false pretences at Bathampton, 24th March last— RALPH LEWIS, age 18, height 5 ft. in., complexion sallow, hair light brown, clean shaved, eyes blue, blue dot right forearm; dress, pepper and salt colour jacket and vest, black trousers and tie, dark cap, lace boots. A native of Bath. May be found canvassing for a photographer. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Sparkes, Weston. 46.— Bridgwater ( Borough).— For failing to appear to a summons, charged with - wilfully neglecting their children — JAMES WOOD- RIDGE, age about 40, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., complexion, hair and eyes dark; supposed wearing dark jacket and trousers, cap. A labourer; may be found in a brickyard or cement works.— JANE WOODRIDGE, age 40, height 5 ft. 3 in., com- plexion dark, hair black, eyes hazel, mole over both eyes, scars left cheek and thumb. They had with them 5 children, viz., 2 girls, ages 14 and 6 years, and 3 boys, ages 10, 8, and 7 years res- pectively. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Bridgwater. STAFFORDSHIRE. 47. — Burslem ( County). — For obtaining money by false pretences— J. WILSON, age about 30, height $ ft. 8 or 9 in., good build, complexion fresh, hair and moustache dark brown; dress, grey suit ( much worn), black hat, lace boots. He re- presented that he was an agent for the Empire Key Registry, London, obtained Is. 6d. premium due, and gave a false receipt. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Hill, Burslem. 48 .— Longton ( Co unty).-— For failing to appear to a summons, charged with indecent exposure on 6th and 7th ult.— RICHARD TUNNICLIFFE, age 26, height 5 ft. 7 in., rather slight build, complexion, hair and moustache dark, heavily tattooed on both arms, usually wears wrist strap; dress, blue jacket and vest, brown cord trousers, cap. A native of Longton. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Oakden, Longton. 49.— Tettenhall ( County).— For non- pay- ment of £ 14 14s. 6d., maintenance arrears— FREDERICK CROWSON, age 38, height about 6 ft., complexion fair, hair sandy, of smart appear- ance, plausible manner. A native of Peter- borough. He served 11 years in the West Riding Constabulary, will probably be found in the North- Eastern counties acting as a canvasser in insur- ance or other business. Is a good pianist and violinist. Warrant issued. l> 0.— Tettenhall ( County). — For larceny ( lodgings) at Saredon, 28th ult.— STEPHEN CLARKE, age 30, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., com- plexion, hair and moustache dark, full eyes, prominent teeth, cut mark upper lip; dress, dark suit with light stripe, grey cap, brown button boots, or a blue serge suit. A native of Great Bridge. May seek employment as a barman.— ELIZABETH CLARKE, wife of above, age about 27, height about 5 ft. 2 in., slight build, com- plexion sallow, hair dark, abscess mark left side of neck; dress, three- quarter grey jacket, light colour blouse, dark skirt, fawn colour straw hat, canvas shoes with patent leather toes. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Price, Tettenhall. SUFFOLK ( East). 51.— Ipswich ( Borough).— For leaving his wife and 4 children chargeable to the Ipswich Union— EDWARD ELLISTON, age 33, height 5 ft. 2 in., weight 10 stones, complexion swarthy, hair dark, clean shaved, eyes brown, of naval appearance; wearing old dark clothes and cap. A native of Ipswich. Warrant issued. A reward of £ 1 Is. will be paid by the Ipswich Board of Guardians for the apprehension of above. Information to Lieut.- Col. Russell, Chief Con- stable, Ipswich. SURREY. 52. — Chertsey ( County). — For stealing, 2nd inst., at Lyne, a set of harness, and a light cart ( recovered); and a dark brown mare, 12 years, 15 hands 1 in., enlargement on off shoulder, in fair condition— A MAN, who gave the name of — ROBERTS, age 25, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fresh, hair and slight moustache dark, large red lump under left ear; dress, old black morning coat, trousers and cap. May be found hop pick- ing in Kent. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hackman, Chertsey. 53.— Dorking ( County\ — For obtaining 15s. by false pretences— THOMAS LOMAS, alias GEORGE RODWAY, age about 55, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fair, thin face, hair turning grey, clean shaved, speaks with North Country accent, slight limp in left leg; dress, dark clothes and cap. A labourer. He writes to clergymen, purporting that the letter is written by another clergyman, usually in the North, requesting that should the above call upon them, they be good enough to advance the amount of his railway fare, stating that the money will be refunded. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Boon, Dorking. SUSSEX ( East). 54. — Hailsham ( County). — For obtaining £ 8 10s., by a worthless cheque, No. ^ 251853, on the London & Provincial Bank, Bristol Branch, 3rd inst.— GEORGE HARVEY ( sup- posed false), age about 40, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion dark sallow, hair and slight moustache dark, eyes large and staring; dress, grey pepper and salt colour suit, black hard felt hat, carried a brown leather Gladstone bag, about 18 in. long. He represented that he was travelling for the Commercial Motor Car Co., Bristol. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Willard, Hailsham. WARWICKSHIRE. 55.— Coventry ( City).— For failing to re- report— Licence- holder THOMAS RICHARDSON, alias GLOSSOP, Office No. 1865- 01, age 39, height 5 ft. 6£ in., complexion swarthy, hair dark brown, eyes blue, tattooed cross and star front, bracelet, broad arrow, 2 flags back left forearm, " THOMAS' front left wrist, small scar left middle finger; dress, dark grey suit. A hawker; native of Sheffield. Sentenced, 29th November, 1901, to 4 and 4 years penal servitude ( concurrent) and remanet of former sentence for burglary. Licenced 17th July, 1905, which expires 28th August, 1906. P Z b 409. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Charsley, Coventry. WORCES TERSHIRE. 56.— Redditch ( County). — For obtaining 5s. by false pretences— EDWARD ANDERTON, alias TURNER, age 43, height 5 ft. 10 in., com- plexion fresh, hair light brown, moustache sandy, eyes grey; dress, dark jacket and vest, cord or fustian trousers. A labourer or navvy; native of Portway, Besley. Has served in the Life Guards. Previously convicted at King's Heath, Evesham, and Solihull. Warrant issued. bl— Redditch ( County).— For obtaining, by false pretences, 9th inst., a safety bicycle, diamond frame, black enamelled, gold lined, free wheel, ^ in. pitch, 24 in. frame, ordinary \ handle bars with 2 inverted lever brakes, fluted handle grips, aluminium painted rims with black spokes, Dunlop tyres with beaded edge, Brooks's saddle, B18, rat trap pedals, recently tinned, Demon lamp, ordinary small bell, transfer on head of frame, " Minstrel Cycle Co., Birmingham," on back down tube, " Guaranteed Eadie fittings throughout "— WILLIAM WASHINGTON, age about 25, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., slight build, complexion fresh, clean shaved, hair dark brown, eyes grey; dress, dark grey jacket suit and cap. A farm labourer; native of Buglawton, near Congleton. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hayes, Redditch. 58 — Stourbridge ( County).— Tot steal- ing, 1st inst., a lady's silver watch; 1 lady's umbrella; and £ 4 17s.— STEPHEN CLARKE, age 30, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion and hair dark, full eyes, prominent teeth; dress, dark grey suit and cap, brown button boots. A barman; native of Great Bridge, Staffs. — ELIZABETH CLARKE, wife of above, age 27, height 5 ft. 2 in., oomplexion sallow, hair dark, cut mark upper lip, abscess mark left side neck; dress, three- quarter length grey jacket, dark skirt, fawn colour straw hat, canvas shoes with patent leather toes. A barmaid; native fo Droitwich. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hinde, Stourbridge. YORKSHIRE ( North Riding). bd.— Guisborough ( County).— For desert- ing his 2 children, leaving them chargeable to the Common Fund of the Guisborough Union — JAMES PATTISON, age 45 to 50, height 5 ft. 11 in., complexion fresh, prominent nose, hair light brown, slight side whiskers, and moustache brown; dress, brown coat, vest, cord trousers, dark cap, lace boots. A miner; native of Guisborough. Absconded 17th ult. Had with him a black and brindle dog, age about 8 months. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Rose, Guisborough. to. — Middlesbrough ( Borough). — For embezzling £ 5— GEORGE DOTCHON HALL, age 23, height about 5 ft. 8 in., complexion dark, red face, rather broad, hair dark, clean shaved, of smart appearance, an inveterate smoker of cigarettes; dre6s, grey check morning coat, extra long laps, striped trousers, dark tie, black hard felt hat, American lace boots with pointed toes, usually carries a pair of kid gloves. A native of Middlesbrough. May seek employment as an insurance agent, & c. Absconded 3rd inst. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Middles- brough. 61. — Scarborough ( Borough). — For stealing 29 patterns of Brussels and Axminster carpets by trick, 7th ult. — Licence- holder FOSTER MARTIN, alias MARTIN HART and DEAN, Office No. 731- 05, age 39, height 5 ft. 11£ in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, heavy moustache brown ( turning grey), eyes grey, mole left side of neck, scar front 3rd right finger; dress, blue serge morning suit, hard felt hat, lace boots. A commission agent; native of Bristol. Sentenced at Worcester Assizes, 6th February, 1903, to 3 years penal servitude for obtaining carpets by fraud. Licenced 9th May last, d 39. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Basham, Scar- borough. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). < o2.— Barnsley ( County).— For stealing £ 37 at Wombwell, 6th inst.— JAMES HERBERT NUTTALL, age 22, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion pale, hair light brown, slight moustache, eyes dark, 2 red spots near left eye, anchor and broken ring tattooed left forearm; dress, grey tweed suit, vest double breasted, blue and white striped tie, peak cap, tan boots blacked over. May be found in company of betting men, or endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Quest, Barnsley. 63 — Halifax ( County).— For embezzlement — ASPINALL ARMITAGE, age 27, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion dark, long thin face, hair ( cut short) dark brown, eyes hazel, deep dimple in chin; usually wears dark clothing. An auc- tioneer's clerk; native of Brighouse, Yorkshire. May endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Photograph can be seen on application. Information to Supt. Weightman, Halifax. FRIDAY, AUGUST 18, lt) 05 THE POLICE GAZETTE. D APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued)— 64,— Keighley ( County).— For stealing a a lady's 9 ct. gold ring, and 8s.— CISSIE GOUGH, age 17, height 5 ft. 1 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes dark; dress, black skirt and blouse, loose jacket, cream colour straw hat, trimmed blue velvet, steel buckle in front, lace boots. She occasionally stays at Salvation Army Homes. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Tebbutt, Court House, Keighley. 65.— Barnsley ( Btrnugh).— For stealing X5, monies of the Scottish Legal Life Assurance Society, 21st ult.— EDWARD T. MAY, age about 48, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., stoops when walking, complexion sallow, hair and slight moustache brown, short sighted; dress, old dark suit. An insurance agent. May be found in public libraries. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Barnsley. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. DORSETSHIRE. 66.— Poole ( Countv).— Remanded till 21st inst., charged with stealing a bicycle ( recovered) — WILLIAM JOHNSON, alios THOMPSON and ROBINSON, age 27, height 5 ft. 2£ in., complexion fresh, small round features, hair and moustache brown, eyes hazel, scar bridge of nose, cut scar back left hand, scald scar right shin; dress, brown mixture coat, old pin striped vest, double- breasted, low cut, light cord trousers, cap, lace shoes. A native of Islington, London. States that he has been several times convicted. Information to Supt. Brown, Poole. GLAMORGANSHIRE. 67.— Bridgend ( County).— Remanded till 19th inst., charged with an offence under the Malicious Damage Act, 1861— JOHN MAR- SHALL, alias BURTON, age 57, height 5 ft. 1\ in., complexion sallow, hair dark ( turning grey), eyes grey. A plasterer; native of Glasgow. Has been employed at Liverpool, Birkenhead, Widnes, Holywell, St. Helens, Bournemouth, Dar lington, Middlesbrough. Spenny Moor, Bishop Auckland, and Durham. States he was sentenced at Bishop Auckland about 4 years ago, to 7 days imprisonment for drunkenness. Information to Supt. Davis, Bridgend. HEREFORDSHIRE. • 68.— Ledbury ( County). — Committed for trial at Hereford Quarter Sessions, commencing 16th October next, for housebreaking at Ledbury, 8th inst.— ROBERT McKENZIE, alias ROBERT RILEY, H C R No. 7074 S, age 24, height 5 ft. 1 in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes brown, ship back right hand, bracelet and ship right wrist, bust of woman, star, 2 hearts, " LOVE" right forearm, heart, sword, shield, crossed swords, gun, bunch of grapes, woman in tights, and flower on muscle of left arm, also numerous other tattoo marks. A travelling thief. May be wanted for similar offences elsewhere; native of London. Sentenced at Worship Street Police Court, 16th December, 1903, to 3 months hard labour, as a suspected person found on enclosed premises; has also been convicted at Lambeth Police Court; and at Bristol. Information to Supt. Phillips, Ledbury. HER TFORDSHIRE. 69. — Hitchin ( County). — Committed for trial at next Herts Assizes, charged with arson at Stevenage, 30th ult.— HENRY THOMPSON, age 30, height 5 ft. 1 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, slight whiskers and moustache dark brown, • eyes blue; dress, dark coat and vest, cord trousers, old blue cap. States he is a native of Southamp- ton. Supposed previouslv convicted. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Hitchin. SHROPSHIRE. 70.— Ludlow ( County).— Re Handed till 21st inst., charged with housebreaking at Culmington, 12th inst.— JOHN COSTELLO, age 33, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair ( bald on top) and moustache dark brown ( turning grey), eyes grey; dress, dark jacket, moleskin vest, light cord trousers, dark grey cap with peak. States he is a native of Mullingar, co. Meath, and that he served in South Africa with the 1st Connaught Rangers, which Regiment he left 2 years ago, since then he has tramped the country. Supposed pre- viously convicted and wanted elsewhere. Information to Supt. Perry, Ludlow. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 71.— E Division.— 13th inst., by shopbreak- ing, 2 motor cycles ( 1st, 2\ horse power, accumu- lators and coils, " Motor Cycle No. 119690" on stearing head, " 7158 " on engine, enamelled black, 20 in. frame, 24 in. wheels, 2 in. tyres, back pedalling and band brakes, oil can each side of machine; 2nd, 3 horse nower, magneto ignition, " No. 119408" on steering head, " 5705 " on en- gine, enamelled black, 20 in. frame, 24 in. wheels, 2£ in. tyres, back pedalling and band brakes), " N. S. U." and " Bowden" marked on levers of both machines. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BUCKINGHAMSHIRE. 12.— High Wycombe ( Borough).— 29th ult., from a small brown handbag, in transit between High Wycombe and Shoreditch, a lady's gold keyless Geneva lever half- hunting watch, " E. M. M." on back, No. 4865, and gold chain and appendages, all contained in a brown leather watch case, marked " Dent." Information to Head Constable Sparling, High Wycombe. CA MBRIDGESHIRE. 73.— Cambridge ( Borough).— 5th inst., an old- fashioned 18 ct. gold watch, gold dial, chased, steel hands, open in front, dated " 1836"; 1 silver graduated curb pattern Albert, silver match box, silver gilt watch key, and 2 small keys at- tached; 1 long brown leather purse with elastic band, containing a plain gold stud ( new), ball pattern, " No. 115s/-" scratched on back, also a Cambridge pocket diary and some receipts; 1 long briar pipe, marked " B. B. B." and " Colin Lunn"; 1 Great Eastern Railway cloak room ticket, dated, " Cambridge, 4th August, 1905," for 3 parcels; and 17s. Id. Information to the Chief Constable, Cambridge. HEREFORDSHIRE. 74.— Ledbury ( County)— 7th inst., by house- breaking, a Post Office Savings Bank Book, for about £ 60, in name of Mary Moreton, Wolver- hampton, 1880; 1 do., for about XI, Alice More- ton, Ledbury, 1903; 1 do., Louisa Moreton, XI 10s., Ledbury, 1903; 5 Prudential Insurance Policies for X21, in name of Ellen Moreton, W. H. Moreton, Louisa Moreton, Edith, Mary, and Louisa Moreton, Nos. 39237153e, 39224404, 51288099, 39221442, and 57288089; 1 brown work box, 8 in. long, 5 in. wide; 1 small silver Geneva watch; 1 gold brooch, stone in centre; 1 gold chain; 1 small round gold locket; 2 old gold rings; and several studs. Information to Supt. Phillips, Ledbury. ISLE OF WIGHT. I7*).— Newport ( Town).— 5th inst.. a pair of gold oval sleeve links ( diamond and ruby set in one, and a diamond and sapphire in other), blue enamel line round each; 1 pair of oblong sleeve links, 6 squares, with diamond and ruby set in enamel in alternate squares; 1 diamond pin; 1 platinum do.; 1 small gold oval locket with mono- gram, " N. C. N." engraved outside, a small lock of hair inside; and several odd gold and silver studs — Suspicion is attached to A MAN, age about 21, red fax; e, clean shaved; dress, brown suit, black bowler hat. Information to Supt. Ayres, Quay Street, New- port. LANCASHIRE. 76 — Salford ( Borough). — 7th inst., by housebreaking, a pair of silver candlesticks, 12 in. high, inscription on bottom, " Presented to our dear parents on the occasion of their silver wed- ding, by their dear children Jacob and Eva"; a silver wine cup, about 9 in. high, shape of egg cup, engraved, inscription thereon, " Presented to Mr. and Mrs. Ashor on the occasion of their silver wedding, by J. Rosenburg"; 1 oblong silver snuff box, engraved, 2 in. by H in., " Presented to our dear friends on the occasion of their silver wed- ding, from Mr. and Mrs. Shneek," inscribed thereon; 1 silver plated pencil case; 1 do. pen holder, with stone at end ; 3 silver watches, white dials, engine turned cases, " David Wise, Man- chester," inside 2 of the watches; a postal order for XI; and X2 10s. Information to the Chief Constable, Salford. LINCOLNSHIRE. 77.— Lincoln ( City).— 3rd inst., by shop- breaking, a silver watch, No. 303922; 1 do. lever, No. 29630, and silver Albert; 1 do., No. 290996, dial cracked, pin missing; 1 do., No. 30063, and gold Albert; 1 do. Geneva, No. 29630, and silver Albert; 1 do., No. 18177, and silver Albert; 1 do., No. 52764, and silver Albert and medal; 1 do., 115988, and silver Albert; 1 do., No. 523227, and silver Albert and medal; 1 silver war medal, " Pte. Wass " engraved round; 1 gold keyless watch, " Hedley Hart Ward" engraved on dome. Information to the Chief Constable, Lincoln. STAFFORDSHIRE. 1%.— Handsworth ( County).— 11th inst., by housebreaking, a silver gilt enamelled brooch, about size of florin, clover leaf pattern, green enamel; 1 black enamelled brooch, scroll pattern; 1 lady's 18 ct. half- hoop diamond ring, 5 stones; 1 do. gold ring, set 3 diamonds, 2 rubies; 1 do. mourning ring, black enamel, 1 diamond; 1 18 ct. gold ring, set 3 opals; 1 lady's 15 ct. gold English lever watch, large, gold open face, steel hands, engraved back; 1 15 ct. gold bracelet, hand make, wrought fibre leaf work, set 3 turquoise; 1 15 ct. gold bangle; 1 do. brooch, scroll work in wire, set diamond; 1 9 ct. do. curb chain bracelet with padlock; 1 15 ct. necklet, fine pattern, 15 ct. locket, heart shape, rather small, attached; 1 do. locket, large, enamelled flowers one side, engraved other; 1 lady's heavy silver card case, about 5 in. long, 3I in. wide, photograph of Mendelssohn, painted and enamelled ( brown) on one side, 4 bars of music, with " Rondo Capriccioso " above, on other; 1 wooden case, lined pink silk, contain- ing 6 silver afternoon teaspoons, flowers in relief on handle, makers, " Reed and Barton " on each spoon. Information to Supt. Pilliner, Handsworth. 79.— Longton ( County \— 25th June last, by burglary, an 18 ct. gold English lever watch, No. 52508, cream colour dial, gold balance, engine turned cases, Coventry make, with imitation rolled gold guard attached; about 6 electro plated dessert spoons; do. electro plated small prongs; do. table knives, with bone handles, makers " Wheatley, Sheffield," thereon; 1 pocket pruning knife; 1 corkscrew; 2 black and white spotted silk hand- kerchiefs; 1 red and blue striped Oxford shirt. Information to Supt. Oakden, Longton. SUFFOLK ( West). 80.— Bury St. Edmunds ( County).— 2nd inst., 2 X5 Bank of England notes, Nos. 16020- 1, issued 4- 11- 04. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Bury St. Edmunds. SUSSEX ( East). 81 .- Lewes ( County).— 3rd inst., at Seaford, 2 small memoranda books; several bills;- and 2 blank cheques on the London & Westminster Bank, Tottenham Court Road, Hampstead Road Branch, London, S. W., Nos. U43. JIU, am! 11; and X5 10s.— Suspicion is attached to A MAN, age 18, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fair, hair very light; dress, dark jacket, light trousers, silk mulfler, light cap. Stays at Church Army Homes. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Stevens, Lewes. 82.— Eastbourne ( Borough).— 3rd inst., a Premier" safety bicycle, 26 in. frame, helical tube, black enamelled with green lines, Clipper wire tyres, free wheel, 2 hand brakes, inverted levers, V shaped handle bar, rusty in centre, " No. 1077 " on handle bar, " No. 177290" on seat lug— Bv A MAN, age about 30, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion fresh, thick moustache ( clipped) sandyj dress, dark tweed suit, red tie. Between 10th and 12th inst., a lady's gold keyless Geneva watch, No. 24475, open face, gold dial, chased back; 1 thin brown skirt and Eton bodice, white satin frilling around bodice; 1 old blue serge skirt— Suspicion is attached to A WOMAN, age about 17, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., complexion fresh, round face, hair light; dress, bluish colour blouse, black jacket and skirt. Between 12th and 13th inst., a " Royal Sunbeam " roadster bicycle, enamelled black, with red and green lines, 2 speed gear, free wheel, back pedalling rim brake, straight handle bar, slightly bent left side, " No. 113S" thereon, 27 in. frame, machine No. 63155, cork grips with white celluloid ends, Dunlon tyres, no mudguards, large Lucas bell, gear case, tool bag. no lamp, transfer on head, " John Marston, Maker, Wolverhampton," and on down tube, " Royal Sunbeam" patent word lock— Suspicion is attached to A MAN, age about 30, height about 5 ft. 6 in., moustache light; dress, khaki suit ' Mack buttons), puttees, eyeliner shoes, khaki cap. Supposed a rifleman. Information to the Chief Constable, Eastbourne. T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. FRIDAY, AUGUST 4, 190F>. PROPERTY STOLEN ( continued)— 83 — Hastings ( Borough).— 10th inst., a 14 ct. gold demi- hunter, " No. 9537017 " on move- ments, keyless Elgin lever, £ plate, engine- turned cases, " Guaranteed 25 years case," and The Elgin Watch Company's trade mark inside of case; 1 lady's silver watch, open face, white dial, black hands and figures; 1 small gold close link chain and seal; 1 short silver chain. Information to the Chief Constable, Hastings. ANIMALS, j& c^ STOLEN. SUFFOLK ( West). 84.— Bury St. Edmunds ( County).— 20th ult., a chestnut cob, 14- 2 nands, hind fet- locks and spot on withers white; a set of brass mounted harness, bearing rein guard missing; and a square brick cart, yellow lined, lattice work around top— By A MAN, age 40, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., stout build, red face, moustache in- clined to be ginger; dress, blue coat and vest, white cord trousers, blue cap. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Bury St. Edmunds. PERSONS or BODIES FOUND KENT. 85 — West Mailing ( County). — In the Medway at Teston, the body of A MAN, age 38 to 40, length 5 ft. 8 in., complexion, hair and eyes dark, wart 2nd left knuckle; dress, black morning suit, merino pants, old grey worsted socks, old light lace boots, both cut near toes, ( old brown cap, white linen shirt. Found in pockets, a tin box, 2 tie clips, 1 penknife, 1 brass stud, 1 latch key with ring attached. Photograph can be seen on application. Information to Supt. Hoare, West Mailing. APPREHENSIONS. 86 — Metropolitan Police District, Convict Supervision Office.— Licence- holder PATRICK McCARTHY, Office No. 2806- 01, Tabular Form, 4th inst., and sen- tenced at Bristol Petty Sessions, 4th inst., to 6 weeks hard labour for loitering. 87.— Metropolitan Police District, C Division.— HAROLD WORTLEY, Case No. 3, 21st ult. 88.— Metropolitan Police District, T Division.— FR vNK CHARLES PELL- ING, Office No. 3127- 96, Case No. 4, 3rd March last. 89 — Metropolitan Police District, W Division. — Expiree JOSEPH REED, Office No. 1883- 99, Tabular Form lst July, 1904, Case No. 6, 29th July, 1904, and Current List of Apprehensions. 90 — Metropolitan Police District, X Division.— THOMAS WICKENDEN, Case No. 2, 28th ult. 91— Cumberland, Workington ( County). — ALL1NSON GREENER, Case No. 12, 22nd April, 1904. 92.— Devonshire, Exeter ( City).— HENRY THORNE, Case No. 9, 28th ult., and sentenced to 3 months imprisonment. 93— Essex, Romford ( County).— KATE CLARK, Case No. 17, 26th May, 1905. 91— Gloucestershire, Bristol ( County).— WILLTAM MASON, Case No. 23, 24th March last, and property recovered. 95.— Hampshire, Gosport ( County).— FRANK RAYNER CHAMBERS, Case No. 23, 11th inst. 96. — Kent, Dover ( Borough). — MAY STORR, Case No. 30, 11th inst. 97. — Lanarkshire, Glasgow ( County).— GEORGINA DICKSON, Case No. 35, 11th inst. 98.— Lancashire, Manchester ( City).— Supervisee ERNEST SPENCER, Office No. 976- 04. Tabular Form 4th November, 1904. Case No. 39, 28th October, 190i, and Case No. 62, 23rd June last. 99.— Lancashire, Bolton ( Borough).— GEORGE BENNETT, alias MORT1MOR, Case No. 27, 27th March, 1903. 100.— Shropshire, Oswestry ( County). — EDWARD GRIFFITHS, Case No. 42, 28th ult. 101- Yorkshire ( North Riding), Middlesbrough ( Borough).— — HAROLD, Case No. 52, 12th May, 1905, and property recovered. 102.— Yorkshire ( West Riding), Barnsley ( County).— Licence- holder ADAM TATTERSALL, Office No. 1910- 99. Case No. 21, 7th April last and sentenced at Barnsley to 2 months hard labour. LATEST INFORMATION APPREHENSION SOUGHT. GLAMORGANSHIRE. 103. — Cardiff ( Borough). — Escaped from custody, 14th inst., having been charged with stealing lead— HARRY HEATHFIELD, Office No. 2102- 98, age 24, height 5 ft. 8 in., slight wiry build, complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes light blue, long scar under right eyebrow, abscess scar under right jaw, small boil scar back of neck, supposed cut marks on hands; dress, old brown jacket, grey trousers. A rivet warmer; native of Cardiff. Sentenced at Swansea County Quarter Sessions, 7th April, 1903, to 3 months hard labour for stealing a watch. Warrant issued. Information to Head Constable McKenzie, Cardiff. MISSING. £ 2 REWARD. 104.— Since 22nd April last— LEONARD RAT- CLIFFE, age 48, height 6 ft. 1 in., complexion sallow, long thin face, hair and moustache dark ( turning grey), eyes ( deep set) grey, large feet, awkward gait; dress, black serge suit, and cap with peak, black tie, lace boots. A native of Liver- pool. For the past 5 years he was a Church Army Captain at Sheffield. He has been peculiar in his manner of late, and it is feared some ill has be- fallen him. The above reward will be paid by Mrs. Ratcliffe, 21 Mayfield Road, Handsworth, for such informa- tion leading to the recovery of above. Information to Supt. Pilliner, Staffs Con- stabulary, Handsworth. List of Lloenoe Holders, Supervisees, Expirees, who have been re- apprehended, for the week ending August 12th, 1005, with the results, eto. Divisions concerned. Office No. Ref. to ' age and Year of 3.0. Res. NAME. Sentence. I Date and Place. Fresh Offence with which charged. Re- convicted in Name of Name and Division of Officer. G. 1953— 98 — BAILEY, ROBERT 12 months h. l. lst Aug., N. L. Sess. Larceny ( person) Same Name P. S. Cox and P. S Laing, C. I. D., O. A, D. J350— 01 BOLEYN, WILLIAM 40s. or 1 month 7th Aug., Marlborough St. P. Ct. Assault on police WILLIAM STEPHENS P. C. Betteridge, 199 D; also P. S. Scholes, C. I. D., D. P, Y. 2771— 99 — BORROWS, WILLIAM 3 years p. s. 10th Aug., Essex Qr. Sess. Fraud ( 2 cases) WILLIAM STONE P. C. Friend and P. C. Hyde, C. I. D., J.. N, Y. 47215 — FENTON, ARTHUR CECIL 7 years p. s. 5th Aug., Middlesex Sess. Obtaining goods by false pretences Same Name P. S. Moore and P. S. Ballard, C. I. D., S. H, G, J. 3342— 97 310— 04 GIBSON, THOMAS 18 months h. l. 2nd Aug., N. L. Sess. Possessing house- breaking imple- JOHN PERCIVAL P. C. Jordan and P. S. Handley, C. I D.,. J. B. J. G. 2— 02 1961- 96 267— 04 HORN, FREDERICK LYNES, THOMAS 5 years p. s. and 3 years supn. 3 months h. l. 3rd Aug., N. L. Sess. 3rd Aug., Chatham P. Ct. ments Housebreaking Frequenting Same Name THOMAS LYONS P. S. Oxley, C. I. D., J ; also P. S. Bur- ton, C. I. D., K. V. 2806- 01 160- 05 MCCARTHY, PATRICK 6 weeks h. l. 4th Aug., Bristol P. Sess. Loitering JAMES HANDS D. 2616— 99 253— 03 RAY, GEORGE 1 month h. l. 7th Aug., Marylebone P. Ct. Shoplifting CHAKLES GRAY P. C. Parker, 350D, and P. C. Summers,. 47 D. W. 1883— 99 81— 04 REED, JOSEPH 12 months h. l. 27th June, Dublin Stealing a bicycle Same Name D. L, M. 3427— 01 1999- 04 181- 05 328- 04 ROBINSON, GEORGE SELBY, ELIJAH 1 month h. l. 2 months b. l. 9th Aug., Marylebone P. Ct. 8th Aug., Tower Bridge P. Ct. Failing to produce licence Assault Same Name Same Name P. C. Pullen and P. C. Farrant, C. I. D. h D. P. C. Ward and P. S. WolHrd, C. I. D.„ L H. 3051— 9£ 101— 04 SHANNON, GEORGE 12 months h. l. 24th July, Marlborough St P. Ct. P. of C. Act GEORGE EVANS P. C. Howes, 44 DR ; also P. S. Scholes„ C. I. D., D. G, V. 432f — 3MITII, JOHN 2 months h. l. 12th Aug., Clerkenwell P. Ct Assault DANIEL KALEHER P. C. Trott and P. S. Cunningham* C. I. D., G. L 961— 9' 154— 0; WILSON, FRANK 7 years p. s. 9th Aug., Edinburgh Higb Ct. Stealing a bicycle FRANCIS WILSON LONDON.- PRINTED FOB HIS MAJESTY'S STATIONERY OFFICE BY J. J. KKLIHBR & Co., LIMITED, 99, VICTOBIA STBEET, 8. W.; 33, KINO WILLIAM STREET, B. C.; AND MARSHALSEA WORKS, S. 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