GAZETTE PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY NEW SERIES FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12, 1906. VOL. XXIII., No. 23/ 8. rbqui <.' communications for insertion in the POLICE GAZETTE, and all communi- ' uiioni relating to them, should be addressed to THE EDITOR OF THE POLICE CIKTTE, NEW SCOTLAND YARD, LONDON, S. W. ' irticulars concerning persons whose apprehension is sought will be inserted » » one issue of the POLICE GAZETTE, ij they are sufficient to enable action to f< « taken upon them by another force. Particulars as to stolen property will be likewise inserted in one issue, if i-*# ii ient to enable the article in question to be thereby identified. Ir. nil cases u- here a reward is offered, the name and address of some person • rtponsible for the payment must be given, and the exact conditions must •: < clearly stated. f'ortraits of persons whose apprehension is sought for serious offences, and • r. yravings of stolen property, will be inserted at a cost of 7s. per portrait * nd of 5s. per photograph or sketch of a stolen article, unless the article is iurtfr or unusually intricate, when the engraver's charge will range from it to IOJ. .4 remittance of 5s. should be made in the first instance for cost « / engraving sketches. M% try announcement, if for the apprehension of a person, must be guaranteed the signature of an officer of not less rank than Superintendent; and if Iht name of such person is required to be inserted and no warrant is in fr. rce avainst him, the requisition must be signed by the chief officer of pi- lice, or his immediate deputy, of the county, city, or borough, as the ' tit* may be. LT X O Xff m . 7. Announcements concerning stolen property must be guaranteed by an officet of not less rank than Inspector, or analogous thereto. 8. Announcements of all persons to be apprehended or of stolen property bear u number, and as far us practicable they are alphabetically arranged bt counties. 9. The force which causes purticulars 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 announce- 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 than Saturday morning. They must be clearly written on one side of the papei only; they must be in the usual form, and accompanied by a covering letter 12. All payments must be in advance, either at the office. XEIR Scotland Yard by Postal Order, or by Post Office Order, payable at Parliament Street Pos' Office. 13. The Space being limited, announcements concerning " Musing Person. g" are on f accepted on payment, but insertion in the next or any subsequent issue cannot be guaranteed. The charge for such insertions fif accepted) will be qinen on application THE EDITOR, New Scotland Yard, London, S. W NOTICE. I.— The oompoBltlon of the Friday Mo. of the Police Gazette" will be found arranged for eaay referenoe am fol- lows i— ( a) llegul 10. ( b) Apprehensions Sought. ( 1). Metropolitan Police District. ( 2). Counties. ( 3). Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged, as far as practicable, in alphabetical order. fo) Persona In Custody. ( 1). Metropolitan Police District. ( 2). Counties. ( 3). Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged in alphabetical order. id) Property Stolen. ( 1). Metropolitan Police District. ( 2.) Counties. ( 3.) Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged in alphabetical order. 2.— Any additional copies of the GAZETTE beyond the number at present supplied will be forwarded on application in the form set forth in circular of the 7th of November, 1883. 3.— It is particularly requested that any com- plaints as to the non- delivery or of irregularity in the date of delivery of the POLICE GAZETTE, may be at once notified to the Editor. SPECIAL NOTICE. LICENCE HOLDERS AND SUPERVISEES. In most cases in which Licence- holders and Supervisees residing in the Provinces fail to report themselves aud whose arrest is con- sequently desired, the Editor is requested to insert the particulars in the GAZETTE. Arrests on such informations are made subsequently, but the particulars are not always forwarded for the purpose of the original information being can- celled as required by Rule 9 of the Regulations; the Editor therefore desires to call special atten- tion to this matter with a view to the Rule mentioned beiDg invariably acted upon. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT l — Convict Supervision Office.— Supervisee STANLEY FARRELL, Office No. 1781- 01, Tabular Form, 5th inst., not now wanted. 2.— A Division.— For stealing ( servant) £ 12 16s. 2id., 4th mst.— REGINALD JOYNES, age 20, height 5 ft. 11 in. or 6 ft., complexion pale, hair dark, snub nose, high cheek bones, long thin face, 3 scars on abdomen ; dress, dark jacket suit, grey overcoat, hard felt hat, lace boots. A native of Hornsey. Warrant issued. 3.— A DivisionFor obtaining £ 5, 25th August last, by a worthless cheque— Licence- holder TOM CRAWSHAW, Office No. 253- 01, age 34, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes hazel, scar right side back of head, over left eyebrow, and 3 right forehead, protruding ears; dress, blue serge lounge suit, bowler hat. An engineer; supposed a native of Leeds. Warrant issued. 1— D Division.— For embezzling £ 8 4s. 10Ad.— JOSEPH EDWARDS, Office No. S 49181, age 23, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fair, hair and slight moustache light, stammers: wearing check jacket and cap, red material wrist band. Warrant issued. 5.— E Division. — For stealing a piano organ, ' Pesareai & Son, Warner Street, E. C." on front, barrow painted red, picked out white, " G. Alberici, No. 30' on box — MATTHEW JEN NINGS, Office No. M 16892, age 24, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh, hair light, eyes brown, " ANNIE JONES, E. G. G. W. P. L.," and star back left hand; dress, light grey suit and cap, white sweater. He is now performing with a troupe of street acrobats. Warrant issued. 6 — K Division.— For obtaining £ 30 by false pretences- ERNEST KNIGHT, age 45, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair ( turning grey) dark, eyes blue ; dress, dark brown iweed jacket suit, black hard felt hat, bright colour tie, usually carries small handbag. Suppcsed a native cf Loud > n. He represents himself as the pro- prietor of dining rooms in London and the pro- vinces, answers advertisements of persons re- quiring situations as managers, obtains £ 30 as security and places them into bogus businesses. Warrant issued. 7. R Division.— For stealing a bicycle— CHARLES NETLEY, age 21, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes brown, scar over nose, flower, " Louie " in scroll back of right wrist, star back of right hand, " J. L. J." back of right forearm , dress, blue serge suit, grey cap, bhicher boots. A native of Greenwich. Traced to his possession 4 bicycles ( 1st, double bar frame, centre bar slanting, drop handle bars, cork and black celluloid grips, pull- up front rim brake, 28 in. wheels, Westwood plated rims, 1 in. by i in. pitch chain, " Anchor, Oldham," thereon, William's chain wheel, rat trap pedals, left pedal brazed, plated pump and bell, Kingfisher lamp, enamelled black: 2nd, " No. 3296" on back pillar. North Road drop handle bars, Dunlop tyres, West- wood rims, new Departure back pedalling hub, i in. pitch chain, odd rat trap pedals, enamelled black: 3rd, 26 in. frame, straight handle bars, black and white celluloid grips, Dunlop rims and back tyre, back pedalling brake, Morrow Coaster hub, Brooks's saddle, free wheel, rat trap pedals, enamelled black: 4th, " No. 234 " on bottom bracket, parallel cross bars, flat handle bars, cork and black celluloid grips, Lycett saddle, Bowden back brake, A in. Brampton chain, rat trap pedals, toe clips enamelled black). Warrant issued. 8— s Division — JOHN B * TH. Case No. C, 3lst May, 1901. not now wanted. Warrant withdrawn. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. CITY OF LONDON. 9.— For obtaining money by false pretences ( Advertising Bogus Home Employment) — M. GRANYILLE, late of Tudor Street, E. C., age 30, height 6 ft., slight build, complexion sallow, hair ( inclined to curl) dark, moustache brown: wearing black long cut morning coat, straw hat, patent leather boots with pointed toes. Supposed an Italian, known in neighbourhood of Soho in name of Nardelli. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Supt. Stark, 26 Old Jewry, E. C. BERKSHIRE. If- — Wokingham ( County).— I or stealing £ 8— HELEN or ELLEN HACHE, age about 30, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., complexion pale, thin face, hair and eyes brown, pregnant: dress, dark jacket, light dress, dark hat, may be wearing a green motor cap. Supposed a native of Battersea. May be found in a home for women or an infirmary. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Goddard. Wokingham. CHESHIRE. U — Aitrincham iCounty).— For stealing, 6th inst., a lady's IS ct. gold keyless hunter watch, No. 52867, W. Batty A- Sons, Manchester " in- side case, monogram, " M. E. S." front case; 1 do. 18 ct. gold chain, locket with diamond in centre and seal attached: 1 do. gold chain sovereign I T H E P O L I C E G A Z E T T E FRIDAY OCTOBER 12, 1906 APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued)— purse; I alarm watch, gun metal case— JOHN WILSON, ( thus ARTHUR WILSON and WIL- LIAM SHARP, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 11 in., slight build, complexion sallow, hollow cheeks, hair ( rather long) dark, scraggy moustache dark brown, eyes sunken, large birth mark centre of forehead; dress, dark suit, bluish tie, dark peak cap, lace boots. He was employed as wireman by an Electric Supply Company, and during the tem- porary absence of a servant at a house where he had been sent, committed the larceny. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Okell, Altrincliam. 12.— Ct'GWe ( County).— For stealing from lodgings, at Haslington, 9tli inst., 2 suits ( re- covered) ; 2 flannelette chemises ( 1 repaired under arms)-- MARY BATES, alias HEYWOOD, age 48 to 50, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown ( turning grey), ayes pale blue, wears glasses, 3rd and 4th left fingers deformed, usually covers hand with handkerchief; dress, long black jacket, trimmed on shoulders with silk braid, black hat, trimmed osprey, black skirt, blue or pink bodice with white spots, new shoes, flat and wide pattern, large brown fur, fastens with cords, long gold neck chain, fastened with gold brooch, containing photograph of a man, age about 20. ( Is identical with Woman, Case No. 5, 25th May last.) Is also wanted at Liscard, Southport, Altrincham, and Liverpool. She pledged at Crewe a white flannel petticoat, embroidered with feather stitches; 1 grey tweed unlined skirt; 1 calico chemise, no doubt stolen property. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Pearson, Crewe. DENBIGHSHIRE. 13. — Llanrwst ( County). — For obtaining £ 13 by false pretences, 8th and 12th ult.— HERBERT PAYNE DRINKWATER, age 26, height 6 ft, 1 in., muscular build, inclined to be corpulent, complexion fresh, round face, hair light, eyes blue, clean shaved, walks quickly, small lump on left lower eyelid, sometimes wears gold pince- nez; dress, grey jacket suit, black hard felt hat. A mining engineer. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Supt. Woollam, Llanrwst. DERBYSHIRE. 14. — Chesterfield ( Borough). — For ob- taining food and lodgings by false pretences, be- tween 25th and 29th ult., aiid for stealing, 28th ult,, a silver Boston lever waU'h, No. 53363, white dial, black fingers, dent in case near ring, long silver guard, small link pattern, attached— ERNEST RODGERS, age 27 to 30, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., slight build, complexion and hair dark, thin face, several front, teeth missing, tattoo marks right forearm ; dress, dark check jacket and vest, dark trousers, red. white and black check tie, cap, turned up at sides and back, old brown boots. Stated he was a boiler rivetter, and had obtained work at a local foundry. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Chester- field. DEVONSHIRE. 15. — Exeter ( City). — For deseriing his children, leaving them chargeable to the Exeter Union— EDWARD JOHN CRIDLAND, alias CLARKE, COLLINS, kc., age about 44, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion fresh, hair and mous- tache brown, rather weak eyes. A plasterer; native of Exeter. Is a member of the Plasterer's Society. Since 1901 he has been employed in London. Warrant issued. A reward of £ 1 will be paad by the Poor Law Authorities, Exeter, for the arrest of Cridland. Information to the Chief Constable, Exeter. DUMFRIESSHIRE. 16 — Dumfries ( Burgh).— For assault and larceny, 2nd inst.— JOHN FERGUSON, alias EDWARD McCALLUM, JOHN McCALLUM, JOHN STEWART ( Scottish Register and Photo- graph No. 772- 02), age 25, complexion fresh, hair light brown, clean shaved, eyes blue, bust of female outside left forearm, figure of fema'le right forearm, heart, anchor, and cross outside fore- ahn, scar point of chin, oblong scar front right leg, below knee; dress, blue jacket and trousers, reddish colour vest with brass buttons, wearing goloshes. A tramp tailor; native of Kilmarnock. May be found in company of showmen. Sentenced at Glasgow, 6th January, 1897, to 4 yearsTt. S.; 7- th April, 1902, to 6 months; 4th February, 1904, at Haddington, to 9 months, for larceny; and 8th December, 1902, to 9 months for attempted larceny. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Dumfries. ESSEX. H — Epfiing ( County)— For stealing ( bailee), ult., a pony chaise ^ recovered) — GEORGE HARRIS, age about 45, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., complexion fresh, hair dark ( turning grey), usually wears tuft of hair on chin ; wore fawn colour soft felt hat. A tramping artist; native of Blackniore. Stated his intention of proceed- ing to London. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Laver, Epping. 18. — Saffron Wallien ( County).— For obtaining, by false pretences, 3rd inst,, 3 suits ( 1 navy worsted serge; 1 grey worsted; 1 dark grey check cashmere, all size 4)— A WOMAN, age 20 to 22, height about 5 ft. 3 in., complexion very pale; dress, three- quarter length grey jacket, pink blouse with floral design, black skirt, black sailor hat. ( Supposed identical with Woman, Case No. 11, 3rd August last.) Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hailstone, Saffron Walden. GLAMORGA NSHIRE . 19.— Cardilf ( City).— For embezzlement— GEORGE MATTHEWS, age 48, height 5 ft. 8 in., slight build, complexion sallow, small straight nose, hair ( turning grey, bald on top) brown, slight moustache dark, eyes hazel, slightly knock- kneed, turns feet outwards, speaks with slight foreign accent, is said to be able to speak French and Roumanian, talkative and boastful; dress, dark flannel jacket suit with white pin stripes, small bow tie, gold pin set carbuncle, black hard felt hat, gold colour double watch chain, fetter and short link pattern, tan colour boots. Stated he was a native of Jersey. He was Secretary to a Friendly Society, and is believed to have in his possession a number of valuable securities, which he may dispose of. Absconded 25th ult. May endeavour to go abroad. Warrant issued. Information to Head Constable McKenzie, Cardiff. GLOUCESTERSHIRE . i' 0.— Gloucester ( County).— For failing to report— Supervisee THOMAS BENNETT, alias CORNWALL, Office No. 2157- 98, age 63, height 5 ft. 8J in., complexion fresh, hair ( turning grey) brown, whiskers light brown, eyes grey, scar on nose and 2 on left thumb; dress, brown coat, vest ( much worn) and cap, old lace boots ( broken at toes), carrying a canvas bag. A sailmaker; native of Bristol. Sentenced at Gloucester County Quarter Sessions, 4th April, 1906, to 6 months hard labour and 2 years supervision for larceny. 1222. To be dealt with where found. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Harri- son, Gloucester. HAMPSHIRE. 21.— Aldershot ( County\ — For stealing £ 7 14s. 7d., 8th inst.— ARTHUR HENRY APPLETON, age 21, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion sallow, hair dark brown, eyes grey, burn marks left forearm and wrist, 2 small scars top of left shoulder blade, and over left buttock; dress, dark tweed suit, light striped tweed overcoat, large light plaid motor cap, red tie, lace boots. Is a deserter from the lst North Staffordshire Regiment. Had with him a " Revolution " bicycle. Information to Supt. Hawkins, Aldershot. 22.— Bournemouth — For steal- ing £ 12, 12th July last— LEONARD WIL- LIAMS, age 24, height 5 ft. 10 or 11 in., slight build, complexion sallow, hair, moustache, thick eyebrows, and eyes ( sunken) dark, thick lips, of consumptive appearance, abscess marks right side of neck. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hack, Bournemouth. 23 — Gosport ( County\— For obtaining money, food, and lodgings by false pretences, be- tween 13th and 20th ult.— EDWARD GRIF- FITHS, age 40, height about 5 ft. 6 in., com- ilexion fresh, hair, moustache, and full beard verv dark, plausible manner, of smart appearance; dress, frock coat, double- breasted fancy vest, grey trousers with dark stripes, small light striped tie, silk hat. A native of Tunbridge Wells. May assume the name of Graham. Stated he was an auctioneer, and Estate Agent, stayed at a good class inn, in payment of account, gave a cheque for more than the amount, and obtained the balance, on the cheque being tendered at the bank, it was found he had 110 account. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Cottle, Gosport. 21.— Southampton ( Borouoh).— Licence- holder RENE VICTOR TROUVK, Oilice No. 1603- 06, Case No. 25, 5th inst., not now wanted. 25.— Southampton ( Borough).— For steal- in <* an overcoat; and 13s.— WILLIAM PEARCE, age 45, height 6 ft., short build, complexion fresli, hair brown, lame; dress, blue jacket with light strides, brown cord trousers, dark cap. A lodg- ing house deputy; native of Aldershot. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Southamp- ton. HEREFORDSHIRE. 26. — Bromyard ( County). — For house- breaking, 25th ult., and stealing a suit, since found pledged at Worcester, 26th ult.; 1 pair boots— A MAN, age about 45, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., com- plexion fresh, beard and moustache brown; wear- ing black coat, black hard hat. May have pawn- ticket for above suit in his possession. Information to Supt. Lewis, Bromyard. KENT. 27.— Folkestone ( Borough).— For desert- ing his wife and 2 children, leaving them charge- able to the Common Fund of the Elham Union— CHARLES HENRY ERREY, age 36, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion fresh, hair and mous- tache brown, eyes ( rather weak) blue. A plumber or Insurance Agent. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Folkestone. 28 — 7unbridge Wells ( Borough).— For stealing, 24th ult., a lady's gold watch, gold face, chased back; 1 silver English lever watch, black numerals, gold hands; 1 18 ct. gold band ring; 1 9 ct. gold ring, " F. B." engraved thereon; 1 silver curb chain with silver medal, engraved " F. B.," and silver match box, chased, engraved " F. B.," attached; 1 American gold curb chain with silver sovereign case, chased and engraved " F. B." attached; 1 fancy vest, light blue with white flower— CARL BECKER, age 22, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion, hair, and slight moustache light: dress, blue rough serge suit, dark tie, light cap, button boots. A German waiter. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Tunbridge Wells. LANCASHIRE. 29 — Hurst ( County— For embezzling monies of the Oldham Equitable Co- Operative Society, Limited— JOHN SLATER, age 27 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown ( turning grey), eyes grey, flat feet, turns feet outwards, of lively disposition; dress, dark tweed or similar clothing, round felt hat. A grocer's assistant. May seek employment at Co- Operative or other large grocery establishments. Warrant issued. Information to Supt, Hewitt, Hurst, near Ash- ton- under- Lyne. r, 0. - Liverpool ( City).— For neglecting to notify his change of residence Licence- holder WILLIAM HENRY BURNETT, alias HENRY ROSS, Office No. 1481- 06, age 49, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh, hair ( bald on top) brown, eyes hazel, mole right and left side of neck, wart back of neck. A jeweller; native of Coventry. Sentenced at Liverpool Assizes, 27th November, 1902, to 5 years penal servitude for housebreaking ( 4 indictments). Licenced 7th September, 1906. c 649. To be dealt with where found. Information to the Head Constable, Criminal Investigation Department, Liverpool. 31 . — Lancaster ( Borough). — For house* breaking, 23rd ult., and stealing a lady's small keyless gold watch, gold face, engraved back, blue and gold enamel fastener in form of the British Columbia coat of arms, attached; and £ 18— FRANCIS CUNNINGHAM, alias COULSdN, DITCHBURN, and GILGAR, age 36, height 5 ft, 3 in., stout build, complexion fresh, hair, mous- tache, and eyes brown, several tattoo marks left forearm; dress, light grey jacket and vest, blue serge trousers, bowler hat, patent leather boots, block fronts, elastic sides, " Walk Over Boot Co., Manchester," stamped inside. Had with him a pair of gold- rimmed spectacles. Previously con- victed at" South Shields, Durham, Jedbergh, North Shields, Blyth, Newcastle, Marvoort, and Bury. Information to the Chief Constable, Lancaster. TUESDAY, OCTOBER 389, 1906. T H E P O L I C E G A Z E T T E. 3 PORTRAITS OF PERSONS WANTED. LANCASHIRE. 32 — Liverpool ( City).— For obtaining .£ 10 bv a worthless cheque, 2nd August last— JACK G. SCOTT, alias ISAAC RAINES, age 30, height 5 ft. 8 in., stout build, complexion dark, hair black, eyes brown, clean shaved, prominent nose, American accent, wears a large diamond ring. Sometimes represents himself as being connected with the Associated Press in America, or the American Press in London. ( See Case No. 28, 31st August, 1906.) Warrant issued. Information to the Head Constable, Liverpool. NORFOLK. 36.- Norwich ( City)— For failing to re| w. rt Licence- holder ALFRED LOFTING, al,„* RALPH DIX, Office No. 1653- 06, age 47, height 5 ft. 7 in., round shoulders, complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes blue, scar back of neck. A waiter; supposed a native of I » ndon. Sentenced at Maidstone Quarter Sessions, 30th June, 1904, to 3 years penal servitude for obtaining money by false pretences. Licenced 4th inst. e 283. To be dealt with where found. Information to the Chief Constable, Norwich. NOR THA MPTONSHIRE. native of Bexley Heath. He took possession of a furnished house by false references, obtained gooc's from local tradesmen to a large amount, which he disposed of. Is accompanied by A WOMAN, age about 35, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion fair, slight build; A BOY, age 6 to 7 years; A GIRL, age 3 to 4 years; and A GIRL, age 12 months. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Brooman, Hayward's Heath. and pawns same, if questioned by the pawn broker lie produces a stamped receipt for the article. In two cases the receipts purported to have been given by a person named Harris, ol Leeds. He pledged here a camera, 5 in. by 4 in., cycle poco No. 3, made by the Rochester Camera Supply Co., unicum shutter, bush for tripod, '.'< slides in brown leather case. Infotmation to the Head Constable, Liverpool. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued)- LINCOLNSHIRE. X'.— Sleafortl ( County' 1.— For failing to appear to summons for game trespass- BEN- JAM1N TAPSELL, age about 22, height about 5 ft. 11 in., complexion fresh, hair and slight moustache dark; wearing grey coat and vest, button boots with patent toes. Had in his posses- sion a hawker's licence, No. 370, issued at Merthyr, 5th April last.— HOLBY WEST, age about 29, height about 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache brown; dress, brown suit and cap, light lace boots, llad in his possession a hawker's 1 licence, No. 99, issued at Hull, 10th April last. Hawkers. They travel the country with 4 vans, 2 drays, and a cart, laden with carpets, rugs, etc., some of the vehicles have " B. Tapsell, 1 Mile End Road, Whitechapel, London," others have " II. West " thereon. Warrants issued. Information to Supt. Edgley, Sleafoid. 40. — Leek ( Count/,).— lor s ealiup, 25th ul'. a pneumatic bicycle, " Centaur " transfer on head and bottom tube, plated rims, black centres, Morrow Coaster hub, felt pedals, Hat handle liars, inverted lever to front brake, Dunlop tyres, made in 1902, No. 66671 — A MAN, age about 20, height 5 ft. 4 to 6 in., complexion pale, rather round face, hair brown, nose slightly turned up dress, blue coat and vest, pepper aud salt colour knickers, grey stockings, blue and white check tie, light plaid cap with green and blue strioes, leather band inside, brown shoes. Warrant, issued. InformiUion to Supt. Gilbride, Leek. 11- Newcastle- under- Lyme ^ Boruuyfi).— For obtaining money by false pre- tences, 20th ult.— THREE WOMEN ( 1st, age about 22; wearing yellow plush bodice with black stripes, black hat trimmed black feathers, beads, sunoosed to be pregnant. 2nd, age about 40; wearing earrings, carried a baby. 3rd, age about 35 ; wearing print bodice, sailor hat. Gipsies. Until 20th ult., they were travelling the country in company of 3 men, who had with them 2 living vans and 3 spring carts, " Sidney Smith, Northants"; " Clara Oadlev, Belgrave Road, Leicester"; Florence Smith, Nottingham Road. Derby ( No. 164), and Clara Fletcher, Licenced Hawker, No. 319, Leicester," on the various vehicles. Absconded 23rd ult. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Newcastle. 37. — Daventry ( County). — For obtaining food and lodgings by false pretences, 28th ult.— WILLIAM RILEY, age 24 to 26, height about 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fair, hair ( bushy at back) light brown, slight moustache light; dress, light mixture square cut jacket, dark trousers and vest with light stripes, dark tie, dark grey cap, weai ill" an Albert with leather and steel links. Had with him a brown bag aud a bicycle, free wheel, Palmer's rims, plunger front brake, 1 in. piU- b block chain, old rat trap nedals, front tyre new. electro- plated lamp. He stated he was employed as goods clerk at the railway station. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Brown, Daventry. 38.- Peterborough ( City).— For obtain- ing £ 11 10s. by a worthless cheque— THOMAS MADDOCK, age about 35, height 5 ft. 9 in., rather stout build, complexion florid, hair, mous- tache and eyes brown. He opened a deposit ac- count with £ 50, stated he was going to reside in the City, 3 davs afterwards he withdrew the amount, stating he could not find a suitable resi- dence, a week after this he called at the bank and changed a cheque for the above amount on a bank in another town, the cheque was returned marked " No account." Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, City Police, Peterborough. SHROPSHIRE. 39. — Oswestry ( County). — For obtaining food and lodgings by false preteuces IIARRY WOOD, age 18 to 20, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., slight build, complexion ruddy, long features, hair ( bushy in front) dark brown, eyes supposed grey, large front teeth decayed, of good address: dress, black jacket and vest, light grey trousers with narrow dark stripes, dark tie with red and blue spots, red and brown plaid cap, brown kid gloves, light lace boots, gold colour pin, lari; e silver double chain, silver watch, minute hand broken, gob) ring. Stated he was a musician; and a native of Leicester. He takes lodgings, leaves the next morning on the pretence of playing the orgau at the Parish Church, opens offertory boxes, and steals the contents. Supposed wanted elsewhere. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Lewis, Oswestry. 5 TA FFORDSHIRE. SUSSEX ( East). 33 — Haywards Heath ( County).— For stealing a gold watch and 2 gold chains, 18t! i August last, and for obtaining credit by fraud, 11th August last— WILLIAM SMITH, Office No. 2056- 05 ( ILLUSTRATED CIKCUI. AU NO. 81, Figure 33), age 37, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion fresh, hair, full whiskers, and moustache dark brown ( may now have bcaid shaved off), eyes blue; dress, dark jacket and trousers, white check vest, light lace boots, top hat. An agent; LANCASHIRE. 34. — Liverpool ( City). — For stealing a bicycle ( recovered) — HAROLD THORNTON alias BERT BRIE RLE Y, age about 25, heigh' about 5 ft. 5 in., hair light brown, clean shaved prominent nose, thick protuding lips, shews teeth, square chin, round face, London accent; dress, blue serge suit, black soft felt hat, patent leather shoes, wears an American fob. May seek employment as a waiter. He steals a bicycle or other property 4 T H E P O L I C E G A Z E T T E. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12, 1906. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued)- SUFFOLK ( East). 4-.— Lowestoft ( County'*.— For stealing from lodgings, 6th inst., 2 ladies' gold rings ( 1 plain gold, heart on top, " H. N." thereon, other gold dress, rather thin in front, stones missing); 1 cream colour silk blouse, 3 pieces of white in- sertion down front, silk frill across yoke; 1 under slip; 1 white night dress; 1 hand comb; 2 side combs— BEATRICE HILDA HIPPERSON, alias SADLER, age 17, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., stout build, complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes blue; dress, blue blouse with white spots, dirty grey dress, biscuit colour straw hat, trimmed blue and white ribbon. A native of Norwich. Ab- sconded 7th inst. She takes lodgings and commits larceny. Warrant issued. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Shipp, Lowestoft. SURREY. 43 — Chortsey ( County).— For obtaining goods by false pretences, at Weybridge, 5th ult.— ETHEL THOMAS, maiden name WOOD, age 23, height about 5 ft. 5 in., complexion pale, hair ( wavy) light; dress, white silk blouse, black bolero, black skirt, black canvas shoes. A dress maker; native of Newport, Mon. Was accompanied by A MAN, age about 25, has served in the Army. They take apartments in a small villa and the woman obtains goods by using the name of a person in the district. Absconded 5th ult. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hackman, Chertsey. SUSSEX ( East). H.— Uckfield ( County).— For at - aling, 27th ult., at Crowborough, a watch ( recovered); and Is. 3d.— WILLIAM HENLEY, age 22, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes dark, clean shaved, arms tattooed; dress, dark plaid suit. Has served in the Army. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Criddle, Uckfield. 45.— Hastings ( Borough\— For deserting his wife and family— EMIL ZWERCHSKI, age 31, height 5 ft. 7 in., slight build, complexion pale, hair light brown, moustache reddish ; dress, dark suit, black hard felt hat. A cook and con- fectioner; native of Germany. Warrant issued. 4';. — Hastings ( Borough). — For stealing, 10th inst., a double cased metal keyless watch, No. Ill, photograph of a mau with sunshade over head, inside back case; 1 lady's silver watch, key winding, white dial, gilt figures, gilt ring round dial, outside figures; 1 silver drinking cup, in case, about size of a watch; 1 silver curb pattern watch chain, 2 silver medals attached ( 1 with gold centre, other has " W. G. H. C." and " Captain Hows, s. s. Melbourne, for saving a child's life at Cape Town" inscribed thereon)— JOHN DAY, age about 17, height about 4 ft. 9 in., full face, hair light brown, eyes dark ; dress, dark mixture suit, dark cap, light tie, grey socks. Had with him a- bicycle. HE took lodgings, 8th inst., and stated that he had obtained employment at a gasworks. Information to the Chief Constable, Hastings. SUSSEX ( West). - i — Steyning ( County). — For stealing ( bailee), lst ult., a bicycle ( recovered)- CHARLES GEAL, age 24, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., round shoulders, complexion fresh, hair aud eyes ( sunken) brown, clean shaved; dress, blue serge suit, cap, heavy lace boots. A labourer; native of Wisborough Green. Absconded 10th ult. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hooker, Steyning. WORCES TERSHIRE. ± 8.- Bromsgrove ( County . — For steal ing, 2nd inst., a woman's cloth cape A WOMAN, age about 30, medium height, complexion florid, hair dark, appearance of a heavy drinker; wearing blue blouse ami white apron. Warrant issued. Information to Isupt. Beal, Bromsgrove. 50.— Doncaster ( County).— For obtaining food and lodgings by false pretences, at Hatfield, 26th ult.— A MAN, height about 5 ft. 8 in., hair and heavy moustache dark, eyes ( small) blue, large nose; dress, black coat and vest, drab colour trousers, black soft felt hat. He represented that he was employed at a neighbouring farm hay cutting. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hickes, Doncaster. 51.- Poniefract ( County).— For stealing, 28th ult., a bicycle ( recovered)— A MAN, age about 20, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., slight moustache, bad impediment in speech; dress, dark suit, cap. Warrant issued. 52— Pontefract ( County^.— For stealing 4th inst., at Knottingley, a lady's small gun metal watch, knob broken off top; 1 lady's black straw hat, trimmed mauve ribbon; 1 pair do. lace boots; 1 red woollen shawl, with white border; 2 cotton sheets, unbleached— TOM WINTERBOTTOM, age about 38, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion sallow, hair light brown, eyes blue, tattoo marks right forearm. A boat labourer.— MARY ROW- BOTTOM, age about 36, height 4 ft. 10 or 11 in., complexion fair, hair ginger, eyes grey, front teeth missing. Warrants issued. 53 - Pontefract { County}.— For stealing. 1th inst., a small gold wedding ring; 1 gold ear- ring drop; 1 black leather purse; 1 dark grey shawl, slightly torn ; 6s. 7d.; and 3 pawntickets, relating to a silver lever watch, pledged at Don- caster in name of William Butler; a silver Albert and medal, in same name; and a pair of lace boots, at Pontefract, in name of Sar£ h Wilkinson— SARAH WILKINSON, age 27, height 5 ft. 7 in., rather stout, complexion fresh, round face, hair ( frizzy at sides) light brown, eyes blue; dress, black skirt, cream colour blouse, dark grey shawl ( stolen), new lace boots. Warrant issued. 54.— Pontefract ( County).— For robbery, 6th inst., and stealing a white metal watch, No. 94, two lines engraved on inner case; and 2s. 6( 1. A MAN, age about 30, rather tall; dress, dark suit and cap. After committing the offence he rode away on a bicycle, leaving behind a broken bicycle pump. information to Supt. Hollis, Pontefract. 55.— Bradford ( City..— For failing to re- port — Licence- holder PHILIP FORDHAM WARD, alius WILLIAM F. WARD, Office No. 1905- 02, age 34, height 5 ft. 2^ in., complexion fresli, hair and eyes brown, scar right temple, on nose, and forehead, 3 dots web of left thumb. A native of Norfolk. Has been working in Bradford as a mill hand, and left about first week in August last. Sentenced at Leeds Assizes, 25th July, 1902, to 5 years penal servitude and remanet of a former sentence, for burglary. Licenced 23rd June, 19J6. U Y C 347. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Constable Farndale, Brad- ford. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 19. — Doncaster ( County). — For indecent assault HARRY PALMER, age 42, height 5 ft. 10 or 11 in., hair and moustache brown, peculiar nose. A navvy; native of Driffield. May be found on public works. Absconded 3rd inst. Warrant issued. eyes blue. States he is a native of Walsall, Staffs. Tramping labourers. Photographs call be seen on application. Information to Supt. Lewis, Bromyard. SUFFOLK ( East). 58— Lowestoft ( County). Remanded till 15th inst., charged with larceny from a fishing smack, 5th inst.— NICHOLAS. ABRAHAM SMITH, age 33, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion pale, hair light brown, eyes light blue, long cut scar palm left thumb; dress, blue serge jacket, blue trousers, blue cap with peak, heavy lace boots. A ship's cook; native of Dublin. States he has resided in London during the past 12 months, previously in Canada. Photograph can be seen on application. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Shipp, Lowestoft. PROPERTY STOLEN. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. HAMPSHIRE. 56. — Bournemouth ( Count— Com- mitted for trial at Quarter Sessions, 23rd inst., charged with stealing clothing- ALICE DOLLY DAGMAR LLOYD, age 36, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes grey, scar on forehead, cut mark back of left hand and left forefinger. A native of Tunbridge Wells. States she is a nurse. She obtained a situation by a false character. Committed for trial at next Hants Assizes, charged with forging and uttering 2 bankers' cheques for £ 3 and £ 15 respectively, 3rd inst. EMMA HEAP, age 45, height 5 ft. 3£ in., com- plexion fair, hair brown, eyes grey, small wart back of neck, ears pierced, 2 small moles right side of forehead, one on right side of chin, cut mark left thumb. A native of Kendal. Information to Supt. Hack, Bournemouth. HEREFORDSHIRE. 57.— Bromyard ( County).— Committed for trial at Quarter Sessions, loth inst., charged with housebreaking THOMAS JONES, age 24, height 5 ft. 3 in., hair black, wears fringe, eyes brown, thick lips. States he is a native of Tiverton, Devon.— JOHN WILSON, age 38, height 5 ft! 6 in., complexion fair, hair and moustache light, CHESHIRE. 59. — Ci ewe C'Uiny .— 28th ult., b} house breaking, a solid gold curb bracelet, set diamond, emerald, amethyst, ruby, emerald, sapphire, and topaz, on alternate links, known as the " Deaiest " bracelet, the first letter of each stone forming this word, moonstone seal attached, with monogram, " E. W." and " Invicta Vertus" thereon; 1 gold curb bracelet, chased, set 5 opals ( 1 missing); 1 gold snake bracelet, ruby eyes; 1 gold bangle, chased ivy leaves; 1 lady's long gold guard, short and long links, alternately; 1 fine gold neck chain with pearl crescent and pendant; 1 lady's gold dress ring, set 5 diamonds, large stone in centre, others graduated, claw setting; 1 do., set 4 opals, 3 diamonds, claw setting, " E. W." and '' August 9th, 1900, or 1901," and " Dum, Spiro, Spero" engraved thereon; 1 do., set pearls ( 2 missing); 1 do. gold wire ring, knot pattern; 1 lady's green enamel watch; 1 gold tie ring; 1 dragon brooch, ruby eyes, diamond wings, emerald tail; 1 child's money box, small oak teapot. ( Sec Case No. 65, 5th inst.) Information to Supt. Pearson, Crewe. ESSEX. til— Chelmsford <<< unty).— 3rd inst, a " New Hudson Standard " bicycle, " 1905 " in gold oil front, No. 366420, black enamelled frame, lined red, Palmer tyres, plated rims with black centres, lino. l red, " Eadie'' Coaster hub, free wheel, rubber pedals, inverted lever front brake, 72 gear, upturned handle bars, celluloid grips, mudguards, Lucas round lamp, tool bag repaired with copper wire. 4th inst., a ' Club Swift" bicycle, No. 213673, 27 in. frame, black enamelled, lined dark green, enamel chipped off top bars near saddle, straight handle bars, celluloid grips, rubber pedals, free wheel, rim brakes, Dunlop tyres, spring and saddle broken, transfer on head and mudguards. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Chelmsford. GLOUCES TERSHIRE. V - Chipping Soil bury ( County).— Between 26th and 30th ult., at Thornbury, a small silver breakfast cruet; 2 small silver salt cellars and spoons'; 1 plated fish slice and fork, ivory handles; 1 do., bone handles; 1 pair plated nut crackers; 1 pair common do. Information to Supt. Phelps, Chipping Soclbury. 62.— Stroud ( County).— On or before 2Hih August last, at Rodborough Manor, a set of 5 diamond stars ( 1 large, 2 medium, and 2 small) with cluster centres and single diamonds project- ing therefrom on knife edge wires, may be at- tached to one another with'a fine gold chain; 1 antique diamond star with leaf shape points, set in FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12, 1906. T H E P O L I C E G A Z E T T E. 5 PROPERTY STOLEN ( continued)— silver: 1 diamond necklet ( also forming tiara), comprising a single row of small oblong diamonds with about 11 straight drops, formed of knife edge wire with 5 diamonds, set separately in square colletts; 1 diamond tiara, formed of 3 separate sprays, each spray forming rose and leaves, set in silver antique design; 5 rings ( 1 marquise, set large emerald and small diamonds; ] half hoop, set 5 large turquoise; 1 do., set 5 rubies; 2 gipsy, set 3 stone diamond sapphire); 6 bracelets ( 1 plain gold, with large links; 1 gold band with diamonds, set in blue enamel; 1 gold filigree; 1 gold chain, with jewelled butterfly; 1 gold, expanding; 1 coral); 2 silver belts ( 1 heavy antique with 5 broad clasps; 1 book clasp shape with chatelaine); 2 small velvet bags, silver- mounted, monogram " L F E" on both; 1 silver antique chatelaine purse. Information to Supt. Biggs, Stroud. HEREFORDSHIRE. 63.— Ledbury ( County). — 6th inst., a Premier '' bicycle, 27 in. frame, Clipper tyres, Christy saddle, metal gear case, No. 213797, extra strut in centre of frame, one side handle bar ( flat) slightly bent, rubber pedals, 2 inverted lever brakes, Sturmey Archer 3 speed gear, plated rims with enamelled centres. A reward of £ 2 will be paid by Mr. J. G. O'Brian, Ledbury, to any person giving such in- formation as will lead to the apprehension and conviction of the thief and the recovery of the bicycle. 6th inst., a grey woollen shirt; 1 green do.; 1 iamb's wool undershirt; all marked " J. Picket" on linen band. Information to Supt. Phillips, Ledbury. 6t.— Ross ( County).— 21th ult, a lady's free wheel bicycle, about 24 in. frame, raised handle bar, inverted lever brakes, celluloid chain cover, rubber pedals, 28 in. by 1 \ in. wheels, enamelled black, red lines, plated rims, black centres, Brooks's .- addle, tool bag, bell broken. Information to Supt. Marston, Ross. 65.— Weobloy <' ' uu y). — 2nd inst. •, t Sarnesfield, a silver lever watch, No. 92904, G. P.' engraved in a ring on back of outside case, Thomas Hall Coleman " printed on dial. 66 — Wpobley "••"••' . — 7 h in « . h dark blue slop jacket, dark woollen lining with red stripes— Suspicion is attached to A MAN, age about 40, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion and hair dark dress, dark pilot jacket, moleskin vest and trousers ( t ed at knees), heavy nailed boots, sup- posed dark cap. Information to Supt. Williams, Weoblcy. KENT. 67.— Folkestone ( Borougli).— 8th inst.. a green leather jewel case, 8 by 6 by 4 in., lined green satin and velvet, with tray, containing a fine gold chain with beryl stone pendant, heart shape, and chop, in brown leather case; 1 pearl crescent gold brooch, in black leather case: 1 gold bar brooch, heart in centre, set pearls; 1 small square old- fashioned gold brooch, set rubies and turquoise, and blue and red stones; 1 gold brooch, made of 3 gold studs, each stud set 5 turquoise; 1 gold bracelet ( small flat links), set with 6 rough pearls; 1 miniature of a boy, framed in pearls, blue enamel behind pearls, in. in diameter, • space at back for another miniature; 1 bunch of small gold charms, consisting of a gold toboggan, pair of spectacles, gold car, bell, flat charm, penc'l case, ( fee.; 1 lady's gold dress ring, set 3 opals and 2 diamonds: 1 lady's gold ring, set 5 Cape rubies; 1 gold memorial ring, heart shape, heart opens with hinge, and shows hair, engraved round in- side of ring, " Katherine Georgina White Robson, 28th February, 1900, and 28th May, 1900 "; 1 gold wedding ring, with " S. O." on outside; 1 gold fancy bead bracelet, square piece of gold in centre, set diamond; 1 gold double horse shoe brooch, with hunting crop; 1 plain gold bar brooch; 1 oval old- fashioned silver brooch, set various colour stones; 1 gold lotus flower pin, set small rose diamonds; 1 small silver brooch, 4 bells on bar, and various pins; 1 gold curb bracelet, fastens with clasp; 1 do., gold knobs on edges; 1 lady s old- fashioned gold Geneva watch, gold dial, black figures, engraved back; 1 short gold double link neck chain, tassel on end; 1 round gold link chain with gold cross ( mosaic work) attached; 1 flat gold band bracelet, has an inscription inside, believed " Good luck"— Suspicion is attached to A WOMAN ( described in Case No. 40, 28th ult.); dress, red gold knitted jacket, blue serge skirt, blue Napoleon hat, turned up in front, blue rosette each side, carrying a fawn colour mackin- tosh. Information to the Chief Constable, Folkestone. 68 — Tunbrid& e Wells ( Borough).— 5th inst., a Royal Enfield" bicycle, enamelled black with red lines, free wheel, plated rims, front and rear, Bowden brakes, Dunlop tyres, flat forward curve handle bars, Brooks's saddle, rubber pedals, bell, pump, 3- cornered tool bag under cross bar, a brown paper parcel, containing a flannel shirt, was tied on handle bars. Information to the Chief Constable, Tunbridge Wells. LEICESTERSHIRE. ti . — Leicester ( Borough)— 3rd inst., by housebreaking, a lady's 9 ct. gold dress ring, set pearls and blue stones; 2 plain gold thin wedding rings; 1 fine gold neck chain, pearl and turquoise pendant attached; 1 brilliant brooch, bird shape; 1 lady's silver watch, engraved back, white dial, black hands, a silk cord attached, lion shilling thereon; 4 German coins; 1 pair of gold earrings, long drop in centre; 1 gold pendant, set red stone; 1 silver Waltham lever, No. 8320323, gold hands, plain dial, engine turned case; 1 metal chain, German coin, nickel- plated, with " 10" thereon, attached; 1 oval gold brooch, small knobs round edge, and space for photograph at back— By TWO MEN ( lst, age 23, height 5 ft. 6 in., moustache dark; dress, brown jacket suit, black hard hat. 2nd, age 23, height 5 ft. 4 in.; dress, dark suit, black hard hat). Information to Head Constable Lumlev, Leicester. NOR THA MP TONS HIRE. 70.— Kettering ( County).— lst inst.. by housebreaking, a set of Jubilee coins ( except £ 2 piece); 3 spade guineas; 5 or 6 George 5s. pieces, 2 or 3 dated ' 1820 "; 12 or 14 old fourpennv pieces; 1 gilded Jubilee sixpence; 1 gold lever watch, very old, white dial, No. 1872; 1 pearl necklace; 1 brooch, with 33 small jewels ( 1 miss- ing), 12 large jewels set in silver; 1 gold lizard brooch, emeralds in centre; 1 22 ct. gold dress ring, twisted, with turquoise in centre, " Asthor'' engraved thereon; 1 gold dress ring, set 4 pearls and 1 ruby; 1 gold amethyst neck chain; 1 lady's long gold watch chain; 1 do. small neck chain; 1 gold biaeelet, knob fastening— By A MAN, age 28 to 30, height 5 ft, 7 or 8 in., stiff build, com- plexion and hair dark, clean shaved, of smart appearance; dress, dark jacket and vest, light trousers, dark bowler hat. He carried some papers and appeared to take notes in front of large houses, left a brown bag and roll of papers at the railway cloak room. Information to Supt. Hooper, Kettering. OXFORDSHIRE. 71- Oxford ( City).— 6th inst., a " Poyal Enfield " bicycle, No. 72555, black enamelled with red and white lines, raised handle bars, white grips with black ends, large frame, Dunlop tyres, rubber pedals, inverted lever brake right side of handle bar, transfer on frame, " Armstead, Oxford,'' " Eadie" Coaster hub, Lucas' " Keros '' lamp, black pump, and a " Veeder" cyclometer, registering about 2,160 miles, attached; and an " Excelsior ' bicycle, No. 6803 and P. 6995, black enamelled, gold lines, straight handle bars, 2 speed gear, Clincher tyres, plated rims, 2 inverted lever brakes, rubber pedals, makers, " Baylis and Thomas, Coventry," wide black mudguard in front, fastened on head stock with 2 straps, " King of the Road " lamp ( plated), and a black pump, at- tached. Information to the Chief Constable, Oxford. PERTHSHIRE. 72.— Perth ( County\— Since lst July last, the badge of a Baronet of Nova Scotia, consisting of a goJd smeld, in. by 2 in., enamelled white, St. Andrew s Cross thereon, in centre is a smaller shield with Scottish lion, enamelled red, above is a Royal crown, enamelled, the whole surrounded bv blue enamelled border, bearing motto in gold letters, Fax Mentis Honeste: Gloria," ring for suspension by ribbon, both sides are alike. Information to the Chief Constable of Perth- shire, Perth. SHROPSHIRE. 73 — Pontcsbury ( County).— 2ud inst., 5 shirts ( 4cotton, with pink, white and blue stripes, 1 flannelette, " Maddox, Shrewsbury " stamped in- side collar). Information to Supt. Elcock, Pont « 6bury. SUSSEX ( East). 7 i— Havward Heath ( County).— it h or 7th inst., by housebreaking, at Ardingly, a sheath knife, blade curved, about 7 in. long, maker, " Joseph Rogers, Sheffield," thereon, reddish oak handle, black leather sheath; £ lb. round tin of tobacco, trade mark, a black cat, on tin; 1 flat tin, containing 25 cigarettes, Neb- Ka brand. 3rd or 4th inst., by burglary, at Hurstpier- point, a gold half- hunter watch, old- fashioned, plain c aser white dial, maker supposed Dent; 1 gold curb pattern Albert, ring one end, griffon's head other; 1 wash leather purse; 1 purple croco- dile skin purse, clasp fastening; 1 bottle brandy, label, Old Pale Cognac, 1860" marked with red ink; 1 half bottle brandy, basket work half way up bottle: 60 penny stamps; and £ 16. information to Supt. Brooman, Hayward's Heath. 7''.— Hastings ( Borough).— 6th inst., a " Liberty " bicycle, free wheel. No. 8) 089, No 2 speed gear, gear case with plated disc thereon, 24 in. frame, 26 in. wheels, lever brakes, plated rims, enamelled centres, plain handle, black grips, " King of All" bell, and limp attached; grey plaid cloth case containing a hammerless gun made by the Solito Works Company, Birming- ham, attached. Information to the Chief Constable, Hastings. 76.— Hove ( Borough).— 6th in6t., 2 dark grey rainproof cloth overcoats, dark lining, striped lin- ing in sleeves, vertical pockets, " Prollis i Porous, Rainproof,' 1 on label attached to inside, may have •• F. W. Yeoman " on tab— Bv A MAN, who gave the name of R. BISTER, age 55 to 60, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion pale, hair and mous- tache erey; dress, grey suit, fawn colour covert coat and cap. He took lodgiugs, after which he proceeded to a clothier's shop and requested that the above described coats should be sent to his address at one o'clock, when he would fit them on and pay for the one selected. The shop assistant took the coats at the appointed time, where he met the thief who pretended that he could not trv on the coats just then, but asked the assistant to leave the coats and call again at 4 o'clock. This the assistant did, but on calling at the house at the time arranged was informed that the thief had left and taken the pared containing the 2 coats with him. An attempt was also made by the above man to obtain boots in the same manner. Information to the Chief Constable, Hove. WORCES TERSHIRE. £ 2 REWARD 77.— Bromsgrove ( County).— 23rd ult., at Shepley, a silver Geneva watch, maker Samuels, Manchester, gold hands, white dial, engraved back; 1 9 ct. gold chain, round links; 1 antique brass match box, shape of elephant's head, show- ing 2 tusks; 1 metal cigar cutter, tortoise shell handle, fork ( combined) to hold cigar; 1 paper knife, white ivory handle, steel blade, about 2i in. long" By TWO MEN ( one had the appearance of a. navvy). The above reward will be paid by Mr. George Bridges, 230 Camden Street, Birmingham, for such information as will lead to the apprehension and conviction of the thieves and the recovery of the property. Information to Supt. Beal, Bromsgrove. PROPERTY RECOVERED. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 78.— York ( City).— Bicycle, Case No. 77, 5th inst., and thief arrested. 6 T H E P O L I C E G A Z E T TE FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12, 1906. PROPERTY FOUND, KENT. Vi — Tunbridgs Wells ( Borough).— 5th inst., a bicycle, 24 in. frame, 28 in. wheels, 1 in. pitch roller chain, enamelled black, rat trap pedals, black celluloid mudguards ( front one strapped oil and repaired with wire), Bowden brake on back wheel, Crabbe brake on front, dropped handle bars, plating very much worn, fixed wheel, Sheldon saddle, bell, '" No. 7317" on handle bars, old. Supposed stolen. Information to the Chief Constable, Tunbridge Wells. APPREHENSIONS. PERSONS or BODIES FOUND OXFORDSHIRE. bo.— Oxford ( City).— 17th ulr., in the River Cherwell, near the University Parks, the body of A MALE CHILD, age about 3 weeks; wearing a white cotton day- grown with large V shape piece of cream embroidery on chest, narrow white lace around neck and end of sleeves, 1 piece of lace across the front, tyiug- striugs attached at right of neck, where gown fastens, is a piece of linen, about 1 in. square, with the trade mark worked in with fine red cotton, viz., " Trade mark " above a small girl standing on a section of the Globe, across which is the word " Supreme," 1 small white linen shirt with lace around the neck and arms, 1 swathing band, length about 3 ft. 6 in., with 6 red stripes through one end, and 3 red stripes through the other, about 16 in. from the latter end are 3 other red stripes, and at each end is a J in. fringe, 1 white flannel baud with blue stripe each end, 1 back flannel ( white), about 2i ft. by 2 ft., with blue border running length- wise, 2 white Turkish flannel napkins, each 3 ft. by 16 in., all new. A verdict of wilful murder was returned at the inquest. Information to the Chief Constable. Oxford. 87.— Her tfords hi re, St. Albans ( City).— W. H. OX LEY, Case No. 22, 6th October, 1905. 8<.— Isle of Ely, March ( G'< nwy\- ALFRED GREEN. Cases Nos. 29 and 34, 2nd March last, and FREDERICK THOMP. ON, Case No. 24, 9th September, 1901. 89.— Kent, Sittinyboume ( County) - MAY POOLE, Case No. 28th, Sth inst. W.— Kent, Folkestone ( Borough).— ARTHUR P. TOWN, Case No. 24, 28th ult. 91.— Lanarkshire, Glasgow ( City).— JOHN GRAY, Office No. 359- 03, Case No. l'\ 3rd March, 1905. 92. — Northamptonshire, North- ampton ( Borough).— LEWIS VORLEY, Case No. 25, 2nd December, 1901. 93. — Sussex ( East), Eastbourne ( Borough).— A PHILLIPS, Case No. 51, 5th inst. LATEST JNFflOMAfiON. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT PROPERTY^ STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POUGE DISTRICT 9J.— Criminal Investigation De- partment.— About 0 h Ju'y, 1 06 ( in South Africa), Orange Iliver Colony Revenue stamps to the total face value of £ 2,236 10s., consisting of 6d., 2s. 6d., 6s., and £ 2 stamps, King Edward VII. issue, all new and unsoiled. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitau Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. HAMPSHIRE. 97.— Aldermhot [ County). — D. h insr.. at Crondall, an old B. S. A." bicycle, enamelled black, free wheel, 24 in. frame, 28 in. wheels, flat handle bars, small dent in upright tube, Bowden brake back wheel, British tyre on back. Advance tyre front wheel, celluloid front mudguard, steel back mudguard, rubber pedals, 3 false spoke holes in back rim, " New Hudson " tool bag, contain ing accessories, a postman's cape, 1904 issue, was : fastened to machine— Suspicion is attached to A MAN, age 18 to 20, height about 5 ft. 4 in.; dress, dark tweed suit and cap. Information to Supt. Hawkins, Aldershot, 81.— Metropolitan Police District, E Division.— MATTHEW JENNINGS, Office No. M 16892, Case No. 95, 5th ult. 82— Gloucestershire, Staple Hill ( County).— RICHAKD RICHARDS, Case No. 2:'., 31st March, 1905. 83.— Hampshire, Aldershot ( County). — MAN, Case No. 16, 28th ult., and sentenced 4th inst , to 6 months imprisonment; the trousers of dark tweed suit has been recovered. 81.— Hampshire, Ringwood ( County). — WILLIAM SYMES, Case No. 35, 17th August last, and sentenced to 6 months imprisonment ; bicycle recovered. 85. — Hampshire, Southampton ( Borough,.— AU TIN Y. TURNER, Case No. 32, 7th ult. 86 — Hertfordshire Hitchin County). — PRISC1LLA ALLEN, Case No. 29, 29th June last. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 94.— Criminal Investigation De- partment. — For embezzlement — JOSEPH WHALEN, age 47, height 5 ft. 5 in., stout build, complexion ruddy, full face, hair, whiskers, and moustache dark, eyes blue, nail of right forefinger crushed, wound on left shin, despondent; dress, blue serge jacket suit, " Wood row " on tab of jacket, grey bowler hat, maker " Townsend " in- side, wearing a signet ring, " J. W." thereon, a lady's gold watch, initials thereon, gold Albert with cigar cutter and match box attached. A club steward. Absconded 5tli inst. A letter bear- ing postmark, Newhaven, Sussex, dated 6th inst., was received by his late employer, in which he stated his intention of committing suicide. © Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BUCKING HA MS HIRE. 95 — High Wycombe ( B01 ough).— Yor stealing, 4th inst., a silver watch and chain ( re- covered)— EMILY RUSSELL, age about 20, height 4 ft. 11 in. or 5 ft., slight build, com- plexion pale, hair light brown, blinks when speak- ing ; dress, black jacket with white pearl buttons, black skirt, pink blouse, black sailor hat with black band, lace boots. She arrived from London, 27tli ult., and took lodgings, which she clandestinely left on 4th inst.; left behind a small red purse, containing a pawnticket, No. 3155, 18th Septem- ber, 1906, relating to handkerchiefs, pledged with P. and F. Crick, Kentish Town Road, and High Street, Watford, in name of Jane Russell, 194 Arlington Road. Warrant issued. Information to Head Constable Sparling, High Wycombe. MISSING. 98.— Since 9, h August last— ETHEL KATE TURNER, age 20, height 5 ft. 1 or 2 in., ratoher stout build, complexion pale, hair dark brown, eyes dark, birthmark left side of forehead ; dress, black serge dress, 2 frills around bottom, black sateen blouse, long black jacket , cream colour straw hat. She left her situation at Coleford, Gloucester- shire, 9th August last. Is in an advanced state of pregnancy; may be found at a lodging house or workhouse. A native of Eaton Bishop, near Hereford. Information to the Chief Constable, Shire Hall, Hereford. List of Lloenoe Holders, Supervisees, Exalrees, who have been re- apprehondad, lor the week ending October 6th, I906, with the results, eto. Divisions Office • oncerned. No. NAME. Sentence. Date and Place. Fresh Offence with which charged. Re- convictcd in Name of L. M. G. N. G. C', D, T. E, II. S. T. H, J. E. H. N, R. Y. E, J, M. G. J, K. C. 3013— 98 659— 05 3091— 01 2203— 01 141— 99 2915— 00 3157— 02 3231— 01 1615— 01 1193— 00 2168— 9t 831- 00 197— 02 1287— 03 8AX TEH, JOHN CHEESE, JAMES FIELDER, WILLIAM. CEORGE, THOMAS GRF. EN, GEORtiK GRIFFITHS, JOHN HAMILTON, GEORGE I EWELL, ALltEK T LEWIS, JAMES > days h. l. in def mlt 10?. or 1 month 7 yeirs p. s. 12 months h. l. months h. l. 2 months h. l. months h. l. > months h. l. 1 month h. l. 2nd Oct., Laubeth P. Ct. DrUDk and Sime Name disorderly 18th Sept., W. L. P. Ct. lading ( 3 rarcl " JAMES EDWARDS trick) 1st Oct., Middlesex Ses*. Lirceny Same Name ( unoccupied houst) 2Sth Sept., Guildhall I'. Ct. , P. of C. Act MAPI'S, GEORGE J VMES 110 years p. s. READ, SAMUEL J. SNOW, GEORGE SWEENEY, GEORGE WINDWARD, CHARLES Fine ! 50s. and 10s costs 3 months h. l. 3 mouths h. l. 6 months h. l. 6th Oct., Cleikenwell 1'. Ct. Frequenting rail- way sta1 ions 1th Sept., Wolverhampton Suspected person P. Ct. 2nd Oct, Sheriffs' Ciurt. Frequenting Aberdeen 28th S pt., Mansion House P. of C. Act P. Ct. 20th Sapt., Tower Bridge P. Stealiog i air of Ct. boot> 29th Sept., Middlesex Sess. Horsestealing Sth Oct., Bow Street P. Ct. Assault lst Oct., Marlborough St. P Suspccted persxi Ct. 9th July, Gravesend P. Ct. Frequenting 4th Sept., Toronto, Canada Pick n^ pockets Name an 1 Division of Officer. GEORGE SMITH GEORGE GARNESS FRANCIS WEST GEORGE STEPHENS Same Name < ame Name WILLIAM JOSES SAMUEL READ JAMES HARRIS HARRY SMITH JOHN BIER MAN P. C. Burden, 110L ; also P. S. Jeffery, C. I. D., L. P. C. Hall, 42IX : also P. C. Gibson, C. I. D.. X. P. C. Taylo1, 260N ; also P. C. Chandler, C. I. D., G. Drt. Constables Smith and Betterid^ e City. P. C. Alden, 735 Y ; also P. S. Watts, C. I. D., A. Insp. Gough, C. I. D.. C. O. Det. Constab'e Wagstatf, City. P. C. Rosser, 401Y ; also P. C. Goode, C. I. D.. Y. P. C. Knights, 16Ell. P. C. Smith. 157C : also P. C. L » ad; r, C. I. D., C. 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