TUB GAZETTE PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY, NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, MAY 11, 1906. VOL. XXIII., No. 2334. RBO- UI. 1 All communications for insertion in the POLICE GAZETTE, and all communi- cations relating to them, should be addressed to THB EDITOR OF THE POLICE GAZETTE, NEW SCOTLAND YARD, LONDON, S. W. i. Particulars concerning persons whose apprehensiin 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. 1. 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. t. 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 6s. per photograph or sketch of a stolen article, unless the article is large or unusually intricate, when the engraver's charge will range from 6s. to 10 » . A remittance of 5s. should be made in the first instance for cost of engraving sketches. 9. Every announcement, if for the apprehension of a person, must be guaranteed by the signature oflun 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. LT XOZff S. 7. Announcements concerning stolen property must be guaranteed by an officer of not less rank than Inspector, or analogous thereto. 8. Announcements of all persons to be apprehended or of stolen property bear o number, and as far as practicable they are alphabetically arranged by counties. 9. The force which causes particulars concerning delinquents or stolen property to be inserted in the POLICE GAZETTE, must, on their apprehension or recovery, at once transmit to the Editor notice of the fact, referring to tht number of the announcement, for insertion in the next issue. 10. In all cases the officer signing the request for the insertion of any announcr ment 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 thun 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 letttr 12. All payments must be in advance, either at the office, New Scotland Tanl by Postal Order, or by Post Office Order, payable at Parliament Street Putt Office. 13. The Space being limited, announcements concerning " Missing Persons are on.' u accepted on payment, but insertion in the next or any subsequent issue cannot he guaranteed. The charge for such insertions ( if accepted) icitl be given on application THE EDITOE, New Scotland Yard, London, S. W. r • SPECIAL NOTICE. FINGER PRINTS. UNDER the existing arrangements the finger impressions will be taken, and recorded at the Finger Print Department, Convict Supervision Office, New Scotland Yard, of all persons convicted as follows: — ( a) All persons coming within Section 5, 7, or 8 of the Prevention of Crimes Act, 1871. ( b) All persons, at Assizes or Quarter Sessions, sentenced to not less than one month's im- prisonment, without option of a fine, for any of the offences shown below. ( c) All persons, at Petty Sessional, Police, or Stipendiary Magistrate's Court, sentenced to more than one month's imprisonment, with- out option of a fine, for any of the following offences:— Aliens ( Sec. 3 Aliens Act of 1905). Arson. Assaults with intent to rob. Attempted burglary. Attempted larceny. Attempts to break into churches, houses, shops, warehouses, & c. Attempts to obtain goods and money by false pretences. Bankruptcy offences. Being found on enclosed premises. Breaking into churches, houses, shops, warehouses, & c. Burglary. Cattle stealing. Coining. Conspiracies of all descriptions. Embezzlement. Entering with intent to commit a felony. Extortion by threats. Felonious wounding. Forgery. Fraud. Frequenting. Horse stealing. Housebreaking. Importuning male persons to commit un- natural offences ( Vagrancy Act, 1898, Sec. 1, par. b). Indecent assault on female. Larceny. Obtaining goods and money by false pre- tences. Possessing housebreaking tools. Procuration of women and girls. Prostitution, living on proceeds of ( Vagrancy Act, 1898, Sec. 1, par. a). Receiving. Robbery. Sacrilege. Sheep stealing. Shopbreaking. Suspected person. Unlawful possession. Uttering counterfeit coin. Warehousebreaking. But all offenders of the first Division, and such of the second Division as have never been pre- viously convicted, are exempted from this order. In order to avoid the retention of useless records in the Finger Print Department, the Registrar of Habitual Criminals would be glad if the Chief Constables of Counties, Cities, and Boroughs, will, in future, notify the death of any criminal who has been finger- printed. The notification should contain the full name and aliases, particulars of conviction, or con- victions if possible, also the No. published in the list of Habitual Criminals. SPECIAL NOTICE. DOUBTFUL TRADERS. L. CLEMENTS, alias ASTORIA ( POLICE GAZETTE, 5th January, 1906), was sentenced, on 3rd inst., at the Central Criminal Court, to 3 years penal servitude for fraudulent conversion and fraud, viz., obtaining money from persons in the Provinces, under the pretence of supplying them with dogs; also for obtaining dogs, for which he failed to pay. At the time of arrest his address was, No. 2 Macclesfield Street, Shaftesbury Avenue, W. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 1.— Convict Supervision Office.— Expiree FRED SMITH, Office No. 1732- 01, Tab- ular Form 6th October, 1905, not now wanted 2.— K Division.— For obtaining £ 15 by false pretences, between 31st January and 2nd February last— FRANCOMBE GEORGE HUL- BERT, " age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 4| in., com- plexion dark, hair brown, eyes small and piercing, artificial teeth, one wrist disfigured, one side of moustache brown, other grey, deep wrinkles each side of mouth; dress, dark grey overcoat, dark jacket suit, red tie, black hard felt hat. Warrant issued. 3.— T Division.— For embezzling £ 3 15s. 2d.— PERCY WILLIAM TRIGG, age 35, height 5 ft. 8 in., slight build, complexion pale, thin face, oval, hair and slight moustache brown, eyes hazel, scar corner of left eyebrow mole side of right collar bone, shield and wreath front of right forearm, 4 dots and anchor back of left, stoops slightly, squeaky voice, slightly deaf, bad teeth ; dress, navy blue' suit, dark cap, wears a red coral pin. A foreman laundryman • native of Hammersmith. Absconded 7th inst. Is believed to have obtained a situation at a seaside laundry. Warrant issued. 1.— X Division.— For stealing, 30th March last, a narrow gold ring, set red stone, gipsy sett- ing, broken; 1 green leather purse, white knob fastening; £ 2 13s.; and a 20 centime piece — JOHN COLESHILL, age 21, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair light, eyes blue; dress, grey jacket suit, brown cap and boots. A native of Hanwell. Warrant issued. 5.— y Division.— For stealing, 27th ult., £ 71 15s. 3d., and a brown leather hand bag, marked " N. & B., Ltd."— HARRY ESPINER, alias HARRY FOX, age 17 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, clean shaved, eyes grey, stammers; dress, dark check suit and overcoat, large grey check cap. A native of London. Is fond of singing at public entertainments. He was sent to the bank with cheques for wages, & c., and absconded. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BERKSHIRE. 6. — Reading ( Borough). — For stealing, 28th ult., a purse containing 8s.— TWO MEN ( lst, age 23, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion fresh, full face, hair brown, clean shaved; dress, blue serge suit, dark cap and wrapper. 2nd, age 25, height 5 ft. 8 in., rather stout build, hair dark brown, clean shaved; dress, dark serge jacket and vest, brown cord trousers, dark wrapper). 7 .— Reading ( Borough).— For obtaining goods by false pretences— Licence- holder GEORGE ERNEST MORRIS, alias DIXON LAIDMAN, LAIDMENT, and COOK, Office No. 1786- 02, age 35, height 5 ft. 7 in., stout build, square shoulders, complexion sallow, round face, hair brown, eyes ( right weak and inflamed) grey; dress, navy blue jacket and vest, dark trousers with narrow light stripe, brown lace boots, red mixture tie, brown mixture cap, walks erect, appearance of a mechanic, speaks with North Country accent, ad- dicted to drink, is a heavy cigarette smoker, and when at meals uses his knife with his left hand. Arrived here 12th ult., and took lodgings at a small house, represented that he was about to commence business as a scrap iron dealer, and had 2 T H E POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, MAY 11, 1906. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued)— note paper and envelopes printed, " Dixon & Hunt, General Merchants, Agents and Dealers, 3, Brigham Road, Reading." Called at a Supply Typewriting Depot, and engaged a lady typist, and borrowed a second hand machine, also ordered office furniture, which was delivered. In the meantime he sent out type written communica- tions to founders in different parts of the country, asking them to quote for old metal, and succeeded in obtaining a cheque for £ 15, by representing that he had consigned a quantity of metal to them. Sentenced at Newcastle Quarter Sessions, 7th January, 1904, to 3 years penal servitude for con- spiracy to defraud. Licenced 11th ult. d e 477. Warrant issued. Information to Capt. Henderson, Chief Con- stable, Reading. BUCKINGHA MS HI RE. 8.— Chesham ( County).— For embezzling £ 230 15s. 6d.— PERCY VICTOR WILLOWS, age 22, height about 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair ( wavy) and eyes dark brown, nose slightly inclined to left side; dress, dark jacket suit, black hard hat. A timber merchant's clerk; supposed a native of Wisbech, Cambs. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Summers, High Wycombe, or to Inspector Trevener, Chesham 9. — Slough ( County). — For obtaining money by false pretences, lst inst. — LEWIS TABOUR, alias GEORGE CROFT and FRANK LLOYD, age about 35, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion fresh, rather broad features, hair light brown, clean shaved; dress, brown jacket suit, dark slate- colour cap, brown leather leggings with buttons in front. He represented he was manager to a London firm, and engaged on the construction of local sewerage works, gave orders for coal, bricks, & c., called later and obtained money by stating he had met with an accident. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Pearman, Slough. CHESHIRE. 10.— Chester ( City).— For failing to report — Licence- holder JOHN REYNOLDS, alias HILLS, MOSS, HILL, and DAVIS, Office No. 3478- 98, age 46, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair ( bald in front and on top) bro- wn, eyes blue, coal scar back right hand, woman right, man, woman, and table left forearm. A fitter; native of Hyde, Cheshire. Sentenced at Knutsford Sessions, 6th January, 1904, to 3 years penal servi- tude for cycle stealing. Licenced 17th April, 1906. e 12. To be dealt with where found. Information to Chief Constable Laybourne, Chester. DEVONSHIRE. 11.— Exeter ( City).— For stealing £ 31 — GEORGE WALTER FISHER, age about 31 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 6 in., hair dark brown, rather heavy moustache ( twisted at ends) brown, left little finger missing; dress, dark suit or blue serge suilt, brown square check overcoat, black bowler hat or cap. He left for Bristol, 28th ult., had with him a black wooden box and a sack bag, both containing clothing, tools, & c., and supposed labelled " Stone, Bristol." He was employed as a gas stoker, but formerlv as a deck steward on Ocean liners. Will, no doubt, endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, City Police, Exeter. DORSETSHIRE. 12.— Sherborne ( County).— For stealing £ 13, 23rd ult.— WILLIAM BAYNE, a Scotch- man, age 24, height 5 ft. 7 in., rather square build, complexion fresh, full face, freckled, hair dark brown, clean shaved; dress, dark jacket suit, blue or purple tie, light cap, light boots. A footman. May be found in company of racing or betting men. He left for Waterloo, 24th ult. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Carter, Sherborne. DURHAM. 13.— Stockton - on - Tees ( County).—\ For embezzling £ 74 17s. lid., 30th ult.— ANDREW LOWTHER, age 32, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., rather slight build, round shoulders, com- plexion fresh, hair ( going bald in front) light brown, eyes grey, teeth discoloured, 2 front upper teeth very long, an inveterate cigarette smoker; dress, blue serge suit, three- quarter length overcoat with silk facings, green tie, black felt hat, tan colour boots, ring set bloodstone on right little finger. A clerk or ship's steward. Has been employed as a com- mission agent at Covent Garden. Is believed to be well known to Salvation Army and Mission people. He spoke of proceeding to Canada. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hildreth, Stockton. ESSEX. 14— Braintree ( County).— For officebreak- ing, 4th inst., at Halstead— A MAN, age 50 to 55, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., slight build, complexion fresh, hair and moustache ( clipped) light ( turning grey), tattooed one leg; dress, light grey coat, large pockets, dark trousers, red scarf, light peak cap. Stated he was a plumber, and native of Colchester. Information to Supt. Terry, Braintree, or In- spector Claxton, Halstead. 15.— Dunmow ( County).— For stealing, 26th ult., a grey jacket suit; 1 cap; 1 pair white stock- ings; 1 under vest; 1 striped shirt; 1 pair laoe boots, all believed to be marked " Hammersmith " or " Fulham Union, No. 107"; and £ 2 10s.— ALFRED HUGHES, age 47, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion fair, hair light, clean shaved, eyes blue or grey, peculiar gait, leans forward when walking; dressed in the stolen clothing, may now be wearing brown trousers, brown boots, white muffler. A groom; native of Bidford, Warwick, or Cleeve Priors, Worcestershire. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Barnard, Dunmow. GLAMORGANSHIRE. 16.— Neath ( County).— For embezzlement at Pontardawe— FREDERICK GEORGE GORDON, age about 45, height 5 ft. 8i in., complexion fresh, hair ( bald on top) iron grey, moustache turning grey, of military appearance. A commercial traveller, for many years he represented a Liver- pool firm of pianoforte manufacturers. Information to Supt. Menhinick, Neath. 17.— Cardiff ( City).— For stealing £ 107 3s. 10| d.— JOSEPH STEPHEN BROWN, age 49, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fresh, protruding chin, wrinkles on forehead, hair ( turning grey) dark, beard and moustache, eyes brown, cut scar right top of forehead, prominent larynx, small fleshy mole back of neck, several brown moles left shoulder blade, 2 on right, cut scar 3rd right finger, thumb, and 2nd left finger, hands freckled, large scars from piles and fistula, of good address, deep voice; dress, dark brown lounge suit, black hard hat, brown boots. A clerk • native of Leicester. Warrant issued. Information to Head Constable McKenzi?, Cardiff. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. IS — Bristol ( City).— For stealing. 4th ult., a painter's full size blow lamp, nearlv new; 1 do. apron; and 5s.— GODFREY SEMMINGTON, ags about 27, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fair, clean shaved, large full eyes; dress, blue serge suit, dark cap and muffler. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, Bristol. HAMPSHIRE. 19. — Andover ( County— For stealing a gold watch and chain— ALBERT SMALL, alias STEELE, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown. A native of West End, Southampton. He tramps the country and works on farms as a labourer. Is accom- panied by his Wife ( who hawks needles and cotton), and Son, age about 5 years. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Bowles, Andover. 20.— Bournemouth ( County).— For steal- ing from a boarding house, 8th inst., a lady's gold watch and chain, small locket set diamonds, attached to chain; 2 gold chain pattern bracelets; 1 5s. piece, enamelled black and white, made into brooch; 1 Faulkner diamond brooch; 1 lady's gold watch, monogram " M. E. B.," chased back, double gold curb chain with bar at end, attached; 1 antique gold ring with glass, light hair under, with 2 initials surrounded by diamonds, inside; 1 diamond and sapphire gold ring; 1 gold ring set single sapphire; 1 pair coral earrings, surrounded by pearls; 1 long thin gold chain with gold locket containing photograph of gentleman, attached; 1 gold curb bracelet, with heart attached; 1 flat Indian necklace, silver gilt, in shaoe of stars: 1 small gold brooch, glass in centre for hair; 1 blue knitted wool jug purse— A MAN, age 20 to 25, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., com- plexion fair, hair light, of foreign appearance; dress, dark grey tweed suit, lace boots, carried a black stick, silver mounted, crook handle. May be accompanied by A MAN, age about 25, height 5 ft. 6 or 8 in., complexion and moustache dark, of foreign appearance; dress, blue serge suit, dark blue yachting cap. Information to Supt. Hack, Bournemouth. 21.— Winchester ( City).— For stealing a registered packet, containing £ 5— WILLIAM HEAD, alias HICKS, age 32, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, clean shaved, eyes blue, tattooed both arms and legs; dress, black serge jacket, dark trousers with light stripes, dark vest and cap, light lace boots. A native of Win- chester. Has served in the Navy, and was dis- charged about August, 1905. Absconded 3rd inst. Warrant issued. Information to the Head Constable, Winchester. 22.— Portsmouth ( Borough).— For desert- ing his wife and family, 12tli March, 1906— CHARLES GRIFFITHS, age about 36, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., rather stout build, complexion fair, hair light, eyes grey. A tailor's clerk. Warrant issued. For deserting her child, 19th September, 1904 — EVA HILL, age about 35, height 5 ft. 2 in., complexion fair, hair light. Warrant issued. For deserting her child, 27tli December, 1905— ROSE WATTS, age about 29, height 5 ft. 3 in., slight build, complexion fair. Warrant issued. 23.— Portsmouth ( Borough). — For an offence under the Bankruptcy Act— WILLIAM FREEMAN, alias R. KING, age 37, height 6 ft., slight build, complexion fresh, hair dark brown, clean shaved, stoops slightly. A native of Bognor. Absconded 12th ult. May open a grocer's or general shop. For some years he appears to have opened shops, obtained credit to a large amount, disposed of the business, & c., and absconded with the proceeds. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Portsmouth. HEREFORDSHIRE. 24.— Hereford ( County). — For stealing, 26th ult., at Peterchurch, a brown cloth jacket; 1 do. vest; 1 cheap metal keyless watch, brass chain attached; and 6s.— JAMES MORGAN, age 18, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, three upper teeth prominent; wearing the stolen coat and vest, dark trousers and cap, mili- tarv boots. A farm labourer; native of Bromyard. Is a deserter from the Shropshire Light Infantry. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Cope, Hereford. KENT. 2b.— Ash1ord { County).— For stealing, 27th ult., at Lydd, a free wheel bicycle, Dunlop tyres, 2 rim brakes, flat handle bars, split underneath, enamelled black, " Alder Cycle," makers, Phillips Bros., Aldershot; 1 pair of boots, No. 4323; 1 pair of socks; 1 pair of serge trousers; and a pair of putties— EDWARD BRAYAN, age about 23, height 5 ft. 6 in., hair and eyes brown. 2 left toes missing, walks badly; wearing khaki clothing. A private of the 14th Hussars. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Bailey, Ashford. 26. — Chatham ( County). — For deserting their wives and children, leaving them chargeable to the Medway Union— CHARLES STRED- WICK, age 50, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion sallow, hair dark brown, eyes ( cast in one) dark, lame, very talkative. A bricklayer.— CHARLES ELLARD, age 26, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair dark, eyes hazel, dots left forearm: dressed as a labourer. Warrants issued. Information to Supt. Sargent, Chatham. LANCASHIRE. 27. — Liverpool ( City). — For uttering a forged order for goods, with intent to defraud— A MAN, who gave the name of WILLIAM JOHN LAMB, age about 40, height about 5 ft. 7 in., sharp features, moustache ( cropped short) light, prominent teeth ; dress, dark coat, light trousers, hard felt hat. Is believed to have been connected with the paint trade. He obtained note paper with a printed heading of some firm, then wrote a bogus letter to a colour manufacturer, stating that a representative of the firm would call upon him with a request to supply goods, and in due course he called, presented a forged order, and obtained gold leaf and paint brushes. Warrant issued. 28 — Liverpool ( City).— For obtaining, by false pretences, from a left luggage office, 16th March last, a tin trunk, containing clothing, & c.— LUCY MATTHEWS, age about 25, medium build; wearing dark clothing and light straw hat. Warrant issued. Information to the Head Constable, Liverpool. FRIDAY, MARCH 11, 190F>. THE POLICE GAZETTE. 5 PORTRAITS OF PERSONS WANTED. METROPOLITAN POLIGE DISTRICT 29.— J Division.— For gross indecency with male persons— ERNEST J. MEDCALF or MET- CALF, age about 45, height 5 ft. 10 in., com- plexion sallow, hair ( inclined to curly, thin on top) black, eyes shifty, round shoulders, stoops slightly, small abscess or carbuncle back of left ear, carries his head forward, long thin hands, tender feet, large nipples, hairy body and limbs; dress, blue serge jacket and vest, dark trousers, tight fitting, loose dark grey overcoat, blue silk wrapper, dark grey cap, tan boots, blacked over, wears imitation cluster pin, blue stone, surrounded by diamonds, silver square link watch chain. He obtains admission to hospitals and infirmaries, suffering apparently from a weak heart, there makes friends with youths, and after remaining a few days, takes his discharge and arranges to meet them on their discharge, takes them to his lodg- ings, and commits the offence. He also calls upon charitable persons, and states he is a Jesuit or High Churchman, a teacher of languages, that he recently came from Australia, and is stranded, thereby obtains money and lodgings. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. LANCASHIRE. 30.— Liverpool ( City).— For attempting to obtain £ 25 by false pretences— MARGARET HARRISON, alias FRETWELL and HILL- YARD, age about 21, height 5 ft. 1 in., slight build, rather round face, hair and eyes ( piercing) dark, prominent teeth, discoloured; dress, black Eton jacket, black skirt, green blouse, heliotrope straw hat, had with her a red straw hat and dark waterproof. She is accompanied by FRANK MIDDLETON ( see Case No. 40, 4th inst.). They open an account at a bank with a bogus cheque, obtain a cheque book, the following day they pay in another bogus cheque, at the same time try to cash one of the bank's cheques taken from the book; they also open an account at Post Office Savings Banks with a bogus cheque, shortly after- wards call at a sub- Post Office, and withdraw £ 1 on demand. These persons are now travelling the country, and have committed offences at Liskeard, Gateshead, Salford, Liverpool, Rhyl, Hereford, ( fee., and are allso defrauding shopkeepers and others by cashing worthless cheques. Warrant issued. Information to the Head Constable, Liverpool. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued) - 3- 3.— Banbury ( Borough).— ARTHUR W. LUCAS. Case No. 24, 30th March last. Warrant withd awn. S TA FFORDSHIRE. 39 — Longton ( County).— For obtaining food and lodgings by false pretences, between 30th ult. and 5th inst.— JOHN BAILEY, age 50, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion fresh, hair and mous- tache light ( turning grey), cut mark over one eye, coal mark back of hand, tattooing right forearm; dress, dark coat and vest with light stripe, light trousers. A baker; native of Longton. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Oakden, Longton. LANCASHIRE. 31.— Lancaster ( Borough).— For stealing a gold oval brooch, set pearls round edee, diamond in centre; 1 gold curb bracelet, number of coins and trinkets attached; 1 lady's silver Geneva watch — A MAN, age about 35, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., complexion dark, speaks with foreign accent; dress, greenish jacket suit, grey motor cap, brown button boots. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Lancaster. i> 2.— Salford ( B trough).— For failing to report— Licence- holder HARRY BROWN, alias INGHAM, Office No. 886- 02, age 34, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes brown, scar left eyebrow. A labourer; native of Rochdale. Sentenced at Manchester Sessions, 21st July, 1902, to 5 years penal servitude for housebreaking. Licenced 28th ult. Y C 146. Information to the Chief Constable, Salford. NORFOLK. 33.— Wymondham ( County).— For ob- taining 10s. by false pretences, at Hingham, 14th ult.— GEORGE HAGON, age about 24, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, slight moustache dark. An agricultural labourer; native of Southburgh. Has served in the Army. Warrant issued. 34.— Wymondham [ County).— For assault and neglecting to maintain his family— ARTHUR ELVIN, age 37, height 6 ft., complexion fresh, hair light brown, moustache inclined to ginger, eyes blue, " W. E." tattooed on right forearm; dress, grey mixture tweed jacket, vest, and motor cap, light cord trousers, heavy lace boots. Has served in the Royal Horse Artillery. A native of Wymondham. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Dunn, Wymondham. 3\— Norwich ( City).— For embi zzlement— RICHARD ARTHUR JARVIS, age 30, height 5 ft. 6 in., slight build, complexion pale, thin face, hair dark brown, slight moustache dark, teeth rather prominent; dress, black morning coat and vest, light trousers and cap. A fishmonger's assis- tant; native of Norwich. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, Norwich. NORTHUMBERLAND. 36.— Berwick- on- Tweed ( Borough).— For stealing, 17th ult., a lance- sergeant's tunic, K. O. S. Borderers, red cloth, white cotton stripes; 2 South African medals, " Private Gullen ( J)" on edges ( 1 Queens, with 3 clasps, viz., Cape Colony, Orange River Colony, and Johannesburg; other King's, 1901- 1902); 1 silver Geneva watch, winder on top broken; 1 lady's chain with tassel at end — JOHN ROBERT MALONE, alias ROBERT RICHARDSON, age 24, height 5 ft. 4| in., com- plexion fair, hair brown, eyes blue. A native of Jarrow- on- Tyne. Previously convicted of larceny at Jarrow, Cumberland Quarter Sessions, Carlisle do., Knutsford do., Darlington do., Durham do., of false pretences at Northallerton; also at Morpeth, for disgracing H. M. uniform. He belongs to the K. Own Scottish Borderers, is travel- ling the country wearing the stolen tunic and medals, and endeavouring to obtain money from persons who have sons serving in the Army. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Nicholson, Berwick- upon- Tweed. OXFORDSHIRE. 37.— Banbury ( County).— For burglary and office breaking, at Adderbury^ 28th ult.— A MAN, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 5 to 6 in., complexion fair, clean shaved; dress, dark grey jacket, cord or fustian trousers, black cap, strong nailed boots. Appearance of a navvy. Information to Supt. Smith, Banbury. SUFFOLK ( East). 40.— Ipswich ( Borough).— For obtaining 3s. by false pretences— W. INGLIS SIMS, age 35, height 5 ft. 9 in., weight 10 or 11 stones, com- plexion fresh, hair brown rather heavy moustache ( pointed), of good address; dress, light tweed lounge suit, hard felt hat. He represented himself as an agent of a Property Recovery and Accident Assurance Company. Warrant issued. Information to Lieut.- Colonel Russell, Chief Constable, Ipswich. SUSSEX ( East). 41— Brighton ( Borough). — For stealing furniture— Expiree WILLIAM HARRIS, alias WILLIAM JAS. COLES, WILLIAM THOMAS HOLDING, MARSHALL, GOULDIER, and CAMPFIELD, Office No. 1002- 00, Case No. 45, 13th October, 1905, age 34, height 5 ft. 6£ in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes grey, scar right cheek, right eyebrow and bridge of nose. A painter; native of Shirley, Hants. Sentenced at Bournemouth Quarter Sessions, 22nd October, 1901, to 3 years penal servitude for obtaining goods by false pretences. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Gentle, Brighton. 42.— Eastbourne ( Borough.— For steal- ing ( bailee), 28th ult., a " Flying Scotsman" road racer bicycle, free wheel, enamelled black, gold lines, 24 in. frame, usual parts plated, dropped handle bars ( North Road), dent underneath left side near lug, old pattern Dunlop tyres, 28 in. wheels, plated rims, cork grips with white tips, transfer on head, " Flying Scotsman," made by McKenzie, Upper Street, Islington, Bowden back brake, Crabbe thumb front rim brake, rat trap pedals, long old- fashioned saddle, " Miller's Cyclight" lamp, no mudguards DANN, age about 27, height about 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fair, full face, hair light, clean shaved; dress, light grey lounge suit, grey cap. Supposed a painter. Warrant issued. 43.— Eastbourne ( Borough).— For obtain- ing a cheque for the payment of £ 10 by false pretences, 1st inst.— JAMES THOMSON, age about 30, height 5 ft. 9 in., slight build, com- plexion and hair dark, clean shaved, rather small long features; dress, dark suit, black hard felt hat. He represented that he was a clerk at a local bank, and that he wanted the money to pay insurance arrears. Warrant issued. Information to Major Teale, Chief Constable, Eastbourne. 44. — Hastings ( Borough\ — For steal ng from lodgings, between 6th and 27th ult., a grey double- breasted driving overcoat, large pearl buttons, small pocket inside cuffs; 1 dark overcoat; 1 grey coat; 4 white shirts, collars attached; 1 black blouse; 1 violet dress skirt; 1 black alpaca dress; 1 black dress, with raised satin flowers; 2 Holland dresses, rather large; 2 white petticoats, nearly new; 4 yards new black satin; 12 bib aprons, linen, drawn thread; 1 small black silk cape, lace trimming; 2 white knitted under bodices; 2 pink sun bonnets, old- fashioned; 1 red and white striped petticoat, flowers at bottom; 2 new silk handkerchiefs ( 1 white; 1 orange); 1 white scarf, silk fringe; a number of white hand- kerchiefs; a number of cotton gloves; 1 pair new black kid button boots; 1 pair brown strap shoes; several pairs brown and black stockings, nearly new; 1 small cardboard needle box; 1 18 ct. gold keeper ring; 1 gold twisted ring; 2 small gilt safety pin brooches; 1 gold curb pattern chain, pendant set green and red stone; 1 shell purse; 1 gold 7s. piece; 1 Jubilee half- sovereign brooch; 1 gold American dollar, with 2 wires fastened at edge, worn as earring; 1 gold pin, set white stone; 1 gold memorial ring, " C. H. H." inside; 1 old- fashioned cameo bracelet, cameos of different colours set in silver; 1 gold watch key, coral at 4 THE POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, MAT 11, 1906 APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued)— end— ROSE HICKTON, alias HINTON, age 36, height 5 ft. 1J in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes dark brown, impediment in speech, mole over left eye, pock- marked near mole; dress, dark blue skirt, loose jacket, dark round soft felt hat. A native of London. Has been convicted at Bourne- mouth, Dover, Hastings, and Margate. ( See Case No. 22, 13th January, 1905.) Warrant issued. 45. — Hastings ( Borough).— For stealing 30th ult., a brown leather card case; 1 large blue velvet jewel case; 1 gold locket, set pearls and rubies, true lover's knot in gold pendant, fine Indian gold chain attached; 1 large pear shape topaz brooch, gold filigree setting; 1 long gold chain with blue stones; 1 gold chain bracelet, pad- lock attached; 1 long jet chain, 2 seals at end, set in gold; 1 amethyst brooch, leaf shape, opaque; 1 round topaz brooch, set in gold; 1 garnet brooch, set in gold, hair in centre; 1 plain gold bracelet; 1 long filigree gold chain; 1 do. brooch, with gold tassel; 1 large black jet locket, set pearls, gold slide attached, in black velvet; 1 red leather purse, silver mounted; 1 black do.; 1 toilet pin cushion; 1 gold horse shoe pin; 1 do. brooch, in paste; 1 old filigree silver brooch, encircled with pink stones; 1 neck chain, with blue stones; 1 small red box, containing 2 sets silver, Id., 2d., 3d., and 4d. pieces, dated " 1899" and " 1901," in leather cases; 1 small round black enamel and gold pendant, large pearl in centre; 1 plain gold chain; and about £ 8— A MAN, who gave the name of HUNT, age about 22, height about 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fair, hair dark, moustache light, spoke with foreign accent, appearance of a foreigner; wearing light tweed overcoat, black or brown hard felt hat, carried a black ebony stick, silver mounted, and a large new yellow Gladstone bag. He engaged rooms at a boarding house, com- mitted larceny, and absconded by stating that he had received a telegram calling him away. Information to the Chief Constable, Hastings. WARWICKSHIRE. 46. — Coventry ( City). — 1 or forgery — HERBERT TAYLOR, alias ARTHUR GROVES, age 43, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache brown, arms and hands tattooed; dress, dark grey or blue serge suit, black hat. A native of Coventry. Has served in the Army. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, Coventry. WILTSHIRE. 47. — Chippenham ( County). — For ob- taining food, lodgings, and money by false pre- tences; also for larceny— TWO MEN, ( lst, age about 38, height about 5 ft. 8£ in., well built, complexion rather dark, hair ( short) and eyes dark; dress, blue serge or cloth suit, black bowler hat or plaid cap, lace boots. Stated he was a fitter. 2nd, age 36 or 38, height about 5 ft. 9£ in., complexion fair, hair ( curly in front) light brown, small patch of grey hair on top, clean shaved, eyes supposed brown, top of second right finger missing; dress, dark grey f length overcoat, dark vest, grey striped trousers, light blue or white tie, green plaid mixture cap, shoes. Stated he was a painter. Supposed identical with Walter H. Batten, Case No. 95, 27th ult.). They represented that they were employed at a local engineering works. Warrants issued. Information to Supt. Daly, Chippenham. 48 - Marlborough ( County^.— For larceny A MAN, age about 35, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion pale, hair ( turning grey at sides) brown, moustache reddish brown ( turning grey); dress, dark three- quarter length overcoat, dark trousers, bowler hat, carried an umbrella and small black bag. Information to Supt. Stephens, Marlborough. WORCESTERSHIRE. Malvern ( County).— For abandoning a child at a common lodging house, 25th ult.— A MAN, age 25 to 30, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., com- plexion fair, hair light brown; dress, white cotton slop, light tweed trousers, light cap. Appearance of a painter.— A WOMAN, age 25 to 30, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion pale, hair ( wavy at sides) black ; dress, grey jacket with large bone buttons, black skirt, white sailor hat with black band. Warrants issued. Information to Supt. Male, Malvern. 50. — Redditoh ( County). — For stealing ( bailee), 2nd February last, a hand cart ( re- covered)— H. GOODCHILD, age about 45, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion fresh ( rather ruddy), hair light, moustache light sandy, eyes grey, large feet, walks badly; dress, light brown jacket, dark trousers, black hard hat, large boots, uppers cut, wearing the South African War medal ribbon. A rag and bone gatherer. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hayes, Redditch. YORKSHIRE ( East Riding). bi.— Withe- nsea ( County.— For stealing. 28th ult., at Sutton- on- Hill, a silver- plated cornet, " Besson Prototype, 108 Euston Road, London," engraved on bell end; 1 brown leather case, con- taining 2 gem safety razors; 1 brown leather hand bag, 15 in. long; 1 umbrella; 1 set of drawing instruments in rosewood case; 1 pair opera glasses, brown leather, in morocco leather case; and £ 2—- ALFRED BROOKS, age about 27, height about 5 ft. 3 in., complexion, hair, and eyes dark, " A. W." supposed tattooed on one forearm, abscesses on back of neck; dress, grey coat and vest, black trousers with small white stripe, slate colour overcoat, cap, strong lace boots, wide project ing welts. A nurse; supposed a native of Ireland. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. East, Withernsea, Hull. YORKSHIRE ( North Riding). 52.— Cuisborouph ( County)— For non- payment of £ 4 14s. 6d. maintenance arrears and costs— JAMES PARRY, age 26 ( looks older), height about 5 ft. 5 in., complexion florid, hair brown, moustache sandy, eyes ( left brown, right artificial), of good address. A native of Middles- brough. May seek employment as an Insurance Agent. May be found in company of Primitive Methodists. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Rose, Guisborough. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 53. - Wakefield ( C'ty).- Yor « b ai in,' 4s. by false pretences, at Normanton, 31st March, 1906— TWO MEN ( lst, age 23 or 24, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion fair, hair light; dress, brown suit, cap, brown leather leggings. 2nd, age 23 or 24, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., slight build, com- plexion and hair dark; dress, dark suit and cap). They took photographs of houses, obtained orders and money, gave receipts, signed " Leslies, High St., Aston, Birmingham," but failed to forward the articles. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Lawson, Court House, Wakefield. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. BERKSHIRE. 54.— Wokingham ( County).— Comm t ed for trial at next Assizes for sacrilege and larceny ( lodgings)— ALFRED JAMES WALLIS, alias WALLACE and GEORGE WILLIAMS, age 18, height 5 ft. 11£ in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes hazel, anchor on right forearm, scar cn right temple and groin, dagger ( broken) and indistinct marks on left forearm, scar on nose; clress, grey jacket and breeches, red dress vest with brass buttons, brown vest with black stripes, blue putties, broad red tie, lace boots. A native of Deptford. Previously convicted at Ystrad. Green- wich, and Lambeth.— ALFRED MITCHELL, alias HARRY EVANS, age 18, height 5 ft. 0J in., complexion dark, hair dark brown, eyes hazel, blue dot right wrist, scar top of right forefinger and back of elbow, scar left thumb, wrist, head and eyebrow, and back of neck; dress, dark jacket and trousers, red vest, brown boots. States he is a native of Glasbury, Wales. They have been travelling the country representing themselves as American jockeys. Information to Supt. Goddard, Wokingham. CARDIGANSHIRE. 5">.- Aberystwyth ( Coxmty).— Committed for trial, charged with housebreaking— JOSEPH SMITH, alias JAMES THOMPSON and JAMES SMITH, age 26, height 5 ft. 3£ in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey. A native of Man- chester.— HARRY STEDMAN, alias CHARLES SIMPSON, age 24, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes brown. A native of Birming- ham. Both supposed previously convicted and wanted elsewhere. Information to Supt. Jones, Aberystwyth. CUMBERLAND. 5G.— Cockermouth ( County).— Committed for trial at next Assizes at Carlisle, charged with carnally knowing a girl under the age of 16 years — JAMES SLOAN, age 26, height 5 ft. 4| in., complexion fresh, sharp features, hair dark brown, eyes dark grey, 5 upper teeth artificial. A coal miner; states he is a native of South Benwell, Newcastle- on- Tyne. Information to Supt. Graham, Cockermouth. ESSEX. 57. — Chelmsford ( County\ — ALFRED JOHNSON and AMELIA JOHNSON, Case No. 44, 4th inst., who have been committed for trial at the adjourned Sessions, 25th inst., are identical with Alfred Goate, alias Maynard and Jones, Office No. S 21616, several times convicted in London of larceny; and AMELIA HARDING, alias LEWIS, Office No. S 43243, twice convicted in London and once at Chatham of larceny. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Chelmsford. OXFORDSHIRE. 58. — Watting ton ( County). — Sentenced, 7th inst., to two months imprisonment for acting as a pedlar without a certificate, and using abusive language— JAMES CLARKE ( supposed false), age 40, height 5 ft. 3£ in., complexion swarthy, hair and eyes dark, quick and active movements; dress, dark suit. A persistent beggar. Is be- lived to be a native of Nottingham. Has been previously convicted. Supposed wanted else- where. Information to Supt. Hope, Watlington. SHROPSHIRE. 59.— Ludlow ( County).— Sentenced at Lud- low County Petty Sessions, 28th ult., to 3 months imprisonment for larceny ( person) at Ludlow races — LEVY PHILMAN, alias HARRY HALL and LEVY FILLMAN, Office No. 1121- 04 ( ILLUS- TRATED CIRCULAR 73, Figure 17), age 21, height 5 ft. 4| in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey. An engraver; native of London. Found in his possession a 9 ct. gold chain, fettered and ring pattern; a gun metal watch, No. in case " 109714 "; a £ 2 piece, dated " 1887 " ( supposed stolen). Information to Supt. Perry, Ludlow. SUSSEX ( East). GO.— Eastbourne ( Borough).— Committed for trial at ensuing Assizes, for cycle stealing, 21st ult.— ARCHIBALD GURVIN ARMSTRONG, alias ARTHUR COOKSON and J. RICHARDS, Office No. 3253- 01, age 27, height 5 ft. 5£ in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes brown, scar over left eye, " A. G. A." left forearm. An auctioneer; native of Blackpool. Found in his possession a bunch of 18 keys; a book of luggage labels; 4 time tables; a receipted bill, dated " 25th March, 1905," in the name of J. R. Williams, for a bicycle, bought of G. Armstrong, Auctioneer, etc., 9 Holmeside, Sunderland, and an address " Cookson, 76 Brixton Road, Brixton, S. W." Supposed wanted for obtaining goods through The Bazaar and Exchange and Mart. Sentenced at Folkestone Quarter Sessions, 25th June, 1904, to 12 months hard labour for larceny ( bailee). Liberated on remission, 11th May, 1905. 655. Information to Major Teale, Chief Constable, Eastbourne. PROPERTY STOLEN. BEDFORDSHIRE. 61.— Bedford ( Borough).— th ult, an old safety bicycle, black enamelled, tyres nearly new, outer cover about an inch wide on front, V shape handle bars, " McFaden" on transfer on front fork, slightly sloping cross bar, no mudguards, Bowden back brake, lamp and bell attached. Information to the Chief Constable, Bedford. BUCKINGHAMSHIRE. 62.— Slough ( County).— 22nd ult., by bur- glary, a box of 100 cigars, either " Henry Clay " or " Bonaparte" brand, makers " Alvarez & Co."; 1 box of 100 cigarettes. " Wilson's Three Rolls" — Suspicion is attached to TRAMPS. 26th ult., from a show case, 5 sets of artificial teeth ( 2 sets imitation gold setting, others vulcanite)— By A MAN, age about 25, height i ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion, hair, and moustache dark; dress, black or dark navy blue jacket suit, black hard felt hat. Appearance of an Insurance Agent. Had with him a nearly new " Rudge Whitworth" bicycle, plated rims, V shape mud- guards ; and a brown leather hand bag. TUESDAY, APRIL 11, 1906. THE POLICE GAZETTE. 3 PROPERTY STOLEN ( continued)— 26th ult., from a barge at Iver, a dark green mixture coat, velvet collar and cuffs, side pockets with flaps; 1 vest to match; 1 pair grey trousers; 1 pair spring side boots, size 6, all new; 1 blue serge cap; 1 small round American clock. 27th ult., from a brickfield at Iver, a brown overcoat, velvet collar, usual pockets; 1 hammer, cross filed on head; 1 2- foot brass rule; 1 1- in. twist bit; 1 hexagonal wooden cased clock, slopes from front to back, brass loop at top and bottom, about 6 in. in diameter. 62 — Slough ( County).— 6th inst., at Eatchet, a clock, Louis IV. pattern, ebonized wood case, about 10 in. wide, 15 in. high, ornamental face, 2 gilt figures on top ( 1 damaged), dial about 8 in. diameter, Roman figures. Information to Supt. Pearman, Slough. DERBYSHIRE. 61.— Chesterfield ( Borough).— 5th inst., 5 pairs of heavy nailed boots, a number stamped on outside of tops— By A MAN, age about 40, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache light brown, tattoo marks on chest; dress, dark suit and soft felt hat, and a pair of the stolen boots. Stated he was a shoemaker. Stays at common lodging houses. Information to the Chief Constable, Chester- field. ESSEX. 65.— Southend- on- Sea ( County).— 30th ult., by housebreaking, a gold lace brooch, shape of shamrock leaf, set diamonds, red and blue stones; 1 gold brooch, diamond in centre; 1 gold stud, claw setting, diamond in centre; 1 pair opal and gold links; 1 pair gold framed glasses, to fit over ears; 1 pair gold earrings, set turquoise; 1 gold keeper ring, chased; 1 pair gold earrings, thick plain wire; 2 silver serviette rings; 1 Post Office Savings Bank book, issued at Finsbury Square, in name of Emilv Elven. Information to Supt. Pryke, Southend- on- Sea. HAMPSHIRE. 66.— Winchester ( City).— 5< h inst., an 18 ct. gold English lever watch, No. 38853, open face, gold dial, black hands and numerals, 3 and 4 slightly scratched, engine turned case, shield iu centre with strap around, case and ring stamped " 18 ct." Information to the Head Constable, Winchester. HEREFORDSHIRE. 67.— Ross ( County)— 19th ult., at Bridstow, a dark grey Irish frieze overcoat, raised seams, dark buttons; 1 light grey stable jacket; 1 pair light lace boats, size 8— Bv A MAN, age 26, height 6 ft., slightly round shoulders, complexion fresh, hair light brown; supposed wearing old cord trousers, grey cap, and the stolen clothing. Supposed a native of Norton Bromyard, was dis- charged with ignominy from the Royal Artillery. 20th ult., by housebreaking, at Garway, a silver English lever watch, No. 68787; and about 5s. Information to Supt. Marston, Ross. HER TFORDSHIRE. 68.— St. Albans ( County).— 28th ult., from the United Service College, Harpenden, a tur- quoise pendant, heart shape; 1 gold chain, straight links; 1 gold brooch, turquoise in centre; 1 narrow gold bracelet, set turquoise and pearls; 1 gold locket, diamond centre; 1 necklace of large garnets, set gold, large gold connecting links; 1 garnet pendant cross, set gold ; 1 garnet brooch and ear- rings, set pearls; 1 gold brooch, set pearls and turquoise; 1 circular brooch, amethyst centre; 1 pear shape brooch, set gold and jasper; 1 circular silver brooch, yellow centre, small stones, project- ing plate; 1 paste brooch, in carved sandal wood box, 14£ by 7 by 3. Information to Supt. Hassell, St. Albans. KENT. 69.— Cravesrtnd ( Borough).— 27th ult., a bicycle, " ' Chase Popular,' Birmingham," transfer OH front stay, free wheel, 2 brakes ( Clincher front, Bowden back), plated rims, black enamelled frame with gold and light green lines, fitted with British pneumatic tyres, upright handle bars with slight gradient at grips, black and white grips, lamp stay bent slightly, saddle with " National " on back on white metal, bell ou left and motor horn on right side of handle bars, saddle bag fastened with 2 straps, containing solution, piece of inner tube, valve rubber, 2 spanners, and a set of tyre levers, rat trap pedals. 10.— Cravesend [ Borough).— 5th inst., by housebreaking, an Indian bracelet, mounted with silver; 1 cameo bracelet, mounted with gold; 1 brooch, mounted with silver on ivory; 1 Burmese figure, about 3 in. high, on Burmese rupee; 1 old- fashioned nutmeg grater and box, marked " E. P." on lid; 1 Italian filigree casket, studded with various jewels; 1 bon- bon case, mounted in silver; 1 silver flask, crest and initials, " G. T. P." there- on; 1 cigarette case, initials " G. P." thereon; 1 card case, initials " G. P." thereon; 1 ash tray, 3 in. square, with blocked initials, " F. R. P." in centre; 4 6ilver spoons; 1 silver rattle; 1 old- fashioned pencil case, holds folding pencils; 1 Indian ring, with a Two Anna piece mounted on top; 1 match box, heart shape, initials " F. R. P." on lid; 3 Indian silver bracelets; 1 locket and chain with portrait of a lady inside. Information to Chief Constable Thornton, Gravesend. SHROPSHIRE. 71.— Oswestry [ County).— 3rd ult., a bicycle makers " Lloyd Courts k Co." on front, 24 in. frame, plated rims, inverted lever " brakes, flat handle bars, white celluloid grips, black do. edges ( left missing), rivets in front of saddle deficient, supported by a piece of cord, dent in back mud- guard, nickel plated pump with black handle, tool bag, plated lamp, double chimes bell ( revolving) below handle bar. Information to Supt. Lewis, Oswestry. 5 TA FFORDSHIRE. 72.— Longton ( County).— 5th inst., a" Safety" bicycle, 28 in. wheels, ram's- horn handle bars, front rim brake, black celluloid mudguards, leather flap on front mudguard, Dunlop valves on wheels, new tyre back wheel. Information to Supt. Oakden, Longton. SUFFOLK ( East). 73.— Lowestoft ( County).— Between 24th and 27th ult., a silver box, embossed, " 5740 " scratched thereon; 1 do. cigar case, " 4437 " over " 5631 " scratched thereon; 3 do. cigarette cases ( 1 with monogram; 1 with spring opening; 1 with " 5615" scratched thereon, ribbed, and set coloured stone); 1 do. fish slice, Irish hall mark, " 4118" scratched thereon; 1 do. spoon, fork and serviette ring, " 5632 " thereon; 1 silver mounted military despatch case, " 5024 " thereon; 1 leather case, containing a large pair silver buckles, " 5734 " thereon; 1 pair small silver buckles; 6 silver buttons; 1 pair plated salts, with blue lens, " 5307" thereon; 1 silver mustard pot, silver spoon, glass liner, " 5863 " thereon; 3 silver buttons; 6 enamel buttons, set paste ( loose); 1 rococo brooch; 1 Queen's chocolate box, containing Mafeking siege note, " 4121 " thereon ; 2 Boer War medals with clasps; 1 enamel puff box, " 5601 " thereon; a part of an ivory figure; 3 miniatures, painted on ivory, in red leather cases ( 1 with oval metal frame; 1 lady with muff, signed " Adela " in a square black frame; 1 oval, black frame); 1 miniature on ivory, set in ivory circular box; 5 small framed prints, " 5695 " thereon; 1 pair plated snuffers. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Shipp, Lowestoft. SURREY. 74.— Chertsey ( County).— 3rd inst., at Wey- bridge, a free wheel " Rudge Whitworth " bicycle, No. 254700, enamelled black, plated rims, 2 brakes, square handle bars, dark green grips, rubber pedals ( left one out of repair), black lamp, rusty, tool bag, containing a spanner— Suspicion is attached to A MAN, age 42, height 5 ft. 7£ in., complexion fresh, hair ( bald on top) brown ( turn- ing grey), eyes grey. Has been previously con- victed of similar offences. Information to Supt. Hackman, Chertsey. 75. — Farnham ( Coumy).— 5th insf., at Churt, a safety bicycle, painted green with gold lines, plated rim front wheel, back wheel enamelled green with gold lines, dropped handle bars, free wheel, B. S. A. fittings, A1 Clincher tyres, large driving wheel, thin chain, celluloid mudguards, Lycett saddle, rat trap pedals, 2 rim brakes ( one Bowden), dent in frame under saddle, Holophote lamp ( oil). Information to Supt. Simmonds, Farnham. SUSSEX ( East). 76.— 1 ewes ( Coutity).— 16th ult., at Seaford a lady's small gold watch, white dial; 1 long gold chain, Jubilee locket, containing photograph of the King and late Queen, attached. 23rd ult., at Plumpton races, a black pocket book, containing a £ 5 note; 3 cheques ( 1 for £ 17 10B., drawn by Cuddington, Shoreham, pay- able to G. H. Strivens; 1 for £ 7 10s.; and 1 for £ 1 4s. 4d., drawn by Hv. Groves, payable to G. H. Strivens, on Barclay's & Co.' s Bank ( supposed) North Street, Brighton, Branch); 1 old gold Geneva watch, No. 7206, white dial, gold dome, rather thin, gold curb pattern chain, with gold pendant, containing photograph, attached. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Lewes. 77.— Brighton ( Borough).— 11th ult., alady'e old- fashioned diamond cluster ring, set ruby in centre, platinum setting; 1 fine gold wedding ring; 1 crescent brooch, set diamonds, tapering from centre; 1 diamond crescent brooch, large; 2 brace- lets, made of old- fashioned gold rupees. Information to the Chief Constable, Brighton. 78.— Eastbourne ( Borough).- 28th ult., by burglary, a lady's small 18 ct. gold flat watch, nearly new, No. 233, silver dial, supposed gold hands, plain back, with " Coy " engraved in centre; 1 do. round gold locket, set diamond, sapphire, ruby, and emerald, in shape of shamrock, " Mav 8th " engraved on back; 1 red enamel heart shape locket, pearl in centre; 1 miniature oval gold locket, surrounded with pearls, cluster of pearls at top, 2 missing, photograph of a girl inside; 1 gold neck chain, composed of plain gold beads; 1 small gold brooch ( supposed a spider), pearl body, gold legs, supposed sapphire head, pin bent; 1 gold charm, shape of envelope, " From Esme, Xmas " engraved inside; 1 platinum chain with small diamond and emerald pendant, round, gold setting, attached; 1 lady's plain gold ring, small, cluster of diamonds; 1 oxydised silver pendant, turquoise in centre, pearl drop; 1 gold curb chain bracelet, pearls and turquoise set alter- nately; 1 gold curb chain bracelet, with about 5 pearls thereon, and charms ( a gold drum, with mother- o'- pearl sides, and a black horse shoe); 1 gold plaited wire bracelet; 1 plain round gold pendant, with girl's head raised, and diamond in hair; 1 gold neck chain, set turquoise and pearls alternately; 1 small plain gold cross; and about 7s. 6d. Information to Major Teale, Chief Constable, Eastbourne. 79.— Hove ( Borough).— 25th ult., a " Bruns- wick " pneumatic bicycle, 24 or 25 in. frame, raised handle bars, rather narrow, 28 in. wheels, fitted with Scott tyres, 2 rim brakes, back one acting through sloping tubes of frame, black and white handle grips ( left broken), rubber pedals, left bracket cup fixed with a screw, " Hammond, Hove" transfer on tubing— By A MAN, age about 21, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion fair, hair light; dress, brown suit, dark grey overcoat and cap. Information to the Chief Constable, Hove. WILTSHIRE. 80 — Marlborough ( County).— 3rd intt., a lady's gold half- hunter watch, crest, Pro Patria " in scroll under tree, engraved on back, long gold neck chain, small links with medallion attached ; 1 gold locket, set pearls, glass in centre, containing a sprig of white heather, small gold chain attached ; 1 gold curb pattern bracelet; 1 antique flexible gold bracelet; 1 gold half- hoop ring, set 5 dia- monds. Information to Supt. Stevens, Marlborough. WORCES TERSHIRE. Si.— Bromsgrove ( County).— 5th inst., by shopbreaking, 4 pairs women's felt slippers, patent toe caps, " Is. llid." scratched on soles; 2 pairs boots, " 5s. lid." supposed scratched on soles. Information to Supt. Beal, Bromsgrove. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 82 — Doncaster ( County).—?> rcl inst., at Bentley, a free wheel bicycle, 26 in. frame, " Illixium, Gamage, Holborn, London," stamped on front, " Elux " on saddle, turned up handle bars, inverted brakes ( Bowden back), scratches on handles, black and white tips, plated rims, Dunlop tyres, large bell, new plated " King of the Road " lamp, black celluloid pump, " Dunlop " stamped on back, one back spoke broken, front, mudguard missing. Information to Supt. HIckes, Doncaster. 83.— Pontefract ( County).— Between lst and 4th inst., by sacrilege, 2 silver- plated Com- munion plates, 24 in. circumference; 2 do. cups, 7 in. deep, 3i in. diameter; 1 do. stand, 9 in. diameter. Information to Sttpt. Hollis, Pontefract. T H E P O L I C E G A Z E T TE FRIDAY, MAY 11, 1906. PROPERTY RECOVERED. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 84.— p Division.— Motor Car, Case No. 61, 20th ult. ANIMALS, & c., STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DIS TRIG 7 85.— K Division.— 5th inst,, a light bay gelding cob, age 6 years, 13 hands 3 in., black points, good action, slight cut marks inside both knees, in good condition; and a set of brass mounted black leather harness, minus breeching; 2 pairs brown leather reins, stamped " E. A. Hone"; and a light spring cart, painted dark blue, picked out light blue, Warner's wheels, plain caps; 2 saws ( 1 tenon; 1 hand), marked " Staple- ton " on handles. 86.— N Division.— 28th ult., a dun colour Russian gelding, 14 hands, black points, " M " on right side of neck, slight sand cracks, covered with tar, on forefeet, long mane and tail; a leather bridle and breeching, brass mounts, with horse's head thereon; 1 pair reins, plated buckles; and a 4 wheel trolley, painted dark red, body picked out light red, nut cracker springs, " Charles Gold- bourne, 74 Valentine Road, Walthamstow," on tin plate on off side. Information to be forwarded to the Metropoli- tan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. HER TFORDSHIRE. 87.— St. Albans ( County).— 2Hh nit., from Hill Farm, a bay cob horse, about 15 hands, face and off hind fetlock white, short mane and tail, slightly lame off foreleg; a set of old black harness ( too large for the cob) ; and a Battleden car, oak stained, black splash boards, wheels picked out yellow, containing brown cloth cushions, rubber mat, fawn colour horse rug and whip. Information to Supt. Hassell, St. Albans. PERSONS or BODIES FOUND SUSSEX ( West). 88.— Worthing ( County).— 4th inst., at Goring, the body of A MAN ( head and arms miss- ing), length about 5 ft. 4 in.; wearing oil skin coat and trousers, " F. Wiseman " thereon, dark vest, flannelette drawers, flannel undervest, blue and white striped shirt, lace boots. Supposed in the sea several weeks. Information to Supt. Bridger, Worthing. APPREHENSIONS. 89 — Metropolitan Police District, R Division.— ERNEST COLTMAN, Case No. 5, 20th January, 1905. $ 0.— Gloucestershire, Staple Hill ( County).— FLORENCE MARSH, Case No. 20, 17th November, 1905; and Licence- holder ROBERT ALLEN, Office No. 542- 06, Case No. 16, 4th inst. 91— Hampshire, Southampton ( Borough).— WILLIAM BATCHELOR, Case No. 20, 8th September, 1905. 92. — Kent, Canterbury ( County). — WOMAN, Case No. 25, 8th September, 1905. 93. — Staffordshire, Stoke - on - Trent ( County).— HENRY ASTER, Case No. 46, 27th ult. ( identical with Henry Aster, Office No. 94- 04), at Tunstall. 94. — Sussex ( East), Eastbourne ( Borough).— FREDERICK BUTTERFIELD, Case No. 44, 26th January last. 95.— Sussex ( East), Eastbourne ( Borough).— Expiree FRANCIS DAVID DEA- CON, Office No. 1812- 03, Case No. 44, 9th Feb ruary last. LATEST INFORMATION APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 96.— Y Division.— For stealing a quantity of furniture ( recovered)— LOUISA PARKER, age 26, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion dark, hair dark brown, eyes grey; dress, black skirt, fancy blouse, large chiffon hat with strings.— WILLIAM THOMAS, age 21, height 5 ft, 7 in., complexion fair, hair light, clean shaved; dress, grey suit and cap. Natives of London. Warrants issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. KENT. 97.— Maidstone ( Borough).— For obtain- ing ill Is. by false pretences— A. EVANS, age 27 to 30, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., long features, hollow cheeks, hair dark, clean shaved, eyes grey, carries his head forward; wearing dark clothing. Appearance of having been in the theatrical pro- fession. ( See Case No. 1, 2nd February, 1906.) Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Maidstone. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). % 8— Pontefract ( County).— For stealing ( bailee), 7th inst., a bicycle, about 22 in. frame, round back stays, Leicester tyres, wired, 28 in. wheels, block chain, 1 in. pitch, free wheel, nickel plated, 9 teeth, front rim brake with straight lever, rat trap pedals— ALBERT DAWSON, age 30, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes blue; dress, black overcoat and trousers, hard hat, light lace boots. A native of Castleford. W7arrant issued. Information to Supt. Hollis, Pontefract. APPREHENSION. 99.— Yorkshire ( North Riding), Middlesbrough ( Borough). — Licence- holder JOSEPH FOSTER, Office No. 1144- 02, Case No. 37, 4th inst., and sentenced at Castle Eden Police Court, 8th inst., to 3 months imprison- ment, under the Prevention of Crimes' Act. List of Lloenoe Holders, Supervisees, Expirees, who have been re- apprehended, for the week ending May 5th, 1906, with the results, eto. Divisions concerned, Office No. NAME Sentence. 1 Date and Place. Fresh O( fence with which charged. Re- convicted in Name of Name and Division of Officer. P. 2370— 97 BALL, JOHN 12 months h. l. 2nd May, Greenwich P. Ct. Failing to report Same Name P. S. Haigh and P. S. Holford, C. I. D., P. G, H. 865— 031 BASS, WILLIAM 9 months h. l. 5th May, N. L. P. Ct. P. of C. Act WILLIAM GIBSON P. C. Taylor, C. I. D., J ; also P. S. Davis, C. I. D., E. Det.- Constable Beechey, City. G, N. 1822— 00 BLACKWELL, WILLIAM 12 months h. l. 27th Apr., Guildhall P. Ct. P. of C. Act Same Name T, X. 879— 01 BROWN, HENRY 12 months h. l. 20th Apr., Portsmouth Qr. Sess. 4th May, C. C. Ct. Burglary JOHN JONES H, J. 3118— 97 ISAACS, SIMEON 18 months h. l. Carnal knowledge of girl age 14 Same Name P. S. Lee, C. I. D., P ; also P. C. Friend, C. I. D., J. D, G, W. E, lL, P. 2754— 00 2994— 01 JOHNSON, SWIFT LAWRENCE, JOHN Fined 5s. 3 months h. l. 2nd May, Croydon Boro' Bench 30th Apr., Lambeth P. Ct. Drunk, & c. Larceny Same Name JOHN COLLINS P. C. Clajdon, 766W. P. C. Powell. 628W ; also P. C. Gresty, C. I. D., W. P. C. Rich, 236C; also P. C. Sharp, C. I. D., W. ' ; E, G, L. W, X. X. 2991— 01 2901— 02 647— 97 MARKHAM, ARTHUR MORRIS. HENRY PALMER, GEORGE 1. 6 months h. l. 2. £ 10 and costs or 2 months h. l. 12 months h. l. 2 months h. l. 4th May, Liverpool City P. Ct. 3rd May, Marlborough St. P. Ct. 4th May, Pontardawe P. Ct. 1. Obtaining money by false pretences 2. Personating a Police Constable P. of C. Act Suspected person Same Name THOMAS CURTIS JOHN COX A, D, G, X G. W. • 967— 04 908— 0) 2036— 02 SEYMOUR, HENRY SMITH, ERNEST SMITH, GEORGE 12 months h. l. 9 months h. l. 3 months h. l. C. C. Ct. 5th May, N. L. P. Ct. 3rd May, Westminster P. Ct. Breaking and enter- ing a church P. of C. Act Failing to report Same Name GEORGE THOMPSON Same Name P. S. Brooks, C. I. D., C ; also P. S. Watts, C. I. D., A. P. C. Edwards, C. I. D., J ; also P. S. Mc- Kenzic, C. I. D., J. P. S. Bowdcn, C. I. D., W. G. 116— 02 SMOOTHY, JOHN 12 months h. l. 27tL Apr., Guildhall P. Ct. P. of C. Act Same Name Det.- Cocstable Beechey, City. G, H, J. M. 583- 02 492— 00 SYMONS, MARK THOMAS, WILLIAM 9 months h. l. 10s. or 7 days 5th May, N. L. P. Ct. 30th Apr., Tower Bridge P. Ct. 5th May, Marylebone P. Ct. P. of C. Act Drunk, & c. MARK ABRAHAMS Same Name P. S. McKenzie, C. I. D., J; also P. C. Ball, 537 City. P. C. Mitchell, 57M. W. 544— 05 TRAVERS, FRED 3 months h. l. Suspected person Same Name P. C. Slaymaker, 126D ; also P. C. Keys, C. I. D., L. P. C. Skinner, 271H. H. 87— 06 WHEELER, ADA Bound over 3id May, Worship St. P. Ct. Drunk, & c, Same Name X. 863— 05 WOODWARD, ALBERT 1 month h. l. 4th May, Brentford P. Sess. Suspected person Same Name P. C. Hedley and P. S. West, C. I. D., X. LONDON.— PMHTBD FOB His MAJESTY'S STATIOVSBT ORNOI BY 1. i. K SLUMS h Oo„ USUTEO; 32, NEW BRIDGE STREET, B. C.. 33. Kus WILLIAM STRUT, B. C.; AID MABSHALSKA WORKS, S. B. 6H78S