GAZETTE PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, MAY 31, 1907. VOL. XXIV., No. 2444 l. All communications for insertion in the POLICE GAZETTE, and all communi- cations relating to them, should be addressed to THE EDITOR OF THE POLICE GAZETTE, NEW SCOTLAND YARD, LONDON, S. W. Particulars concerning persons whose apprehension is sought will be inserted in one issue of the POLICE GAZETTE, if they are sufficient to enable action to be taken upon them by another force. Particulars as to itolen property will be likewise inserted in one issue, if tufficient to enable the article in question to be thereby identified. 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. Portraits of persons whose apprehension is sought for serious offences, and engravings of stolen property, will be inserted at a cost of 7t. per portrait, and of 5s,. per photograph or sketch of a stolen article, unless the article is large or unusually intricate, when the engraver's charge will range from 6s. to 10s. A remittance of 5s. should be made in the first instance lor cost of engraving sketches. Every announcement, if for the apprehension of • person, must be guaranteed by the signature of an officer of not less rank than Superintendent; and if the name of such person is required to be inserted and no warrant is in force against him, the requisition must be signed by the chief officer of police, or his immediate deputy, of the county, city, or borough, as the case may be. LTIOBTS. 7. Announcements concerning stolen property must be guaranteed by an officer of not less rank than Inspector, or analogous thereto. 8. Announcements of all persons to be apprehended or of stolen property bear a number, and as far as practicable they they are alphabetically arranged bv counties. 0. The force which causes particulars concerning delinquents or itolen 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 thi number of the announcement, for insertion in the next issue. 10. In all cases the officer signing the request for the insertion of any annauce- ment will be wholly responsible for any proceedings which may result from such publication. 11. Announcements for the Friday issue should be forwarded so at to be received not later than noon on Wednesday, and for the Tuesday edition not later than Saturday morning. They must be clearly written on one side of the paper only; they must be in the usual form, and accompanied by a covering letter. 11. 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( 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 oircular of the 7th of November, 1883. 8.— 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 b J at once notified to the Editor. SPECIAL NOTICE. IDENTIFICATION OF PRISONERS. THE EDITOR requests that Chief Officers of Police, when forwarding for identification by the Metropolitan Police the Photographs and descrip- tive forms of Persons in custody, will please see that the specific offence is stated, e. g. :— Stealing £ 1,000 from bank ; stealing pair of boots from shop door ; stealing bale of silk, van unattended, & c., & c. This may often prove a ready means of recognition, and Judges have recently complained of the absence of such particulars in dealing with previous convictions. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 1.— C Division.— For stealing, 27th inst., £ 6 4s.— LIONEL GEORGE PALMER, age 25, height 5 ft. 4^ in., complexion and hair dark, clean shaved, eyes brown, of military bearing; dress, dark grey jacket suit, hard felt hat, lace boots. A corporal of the R. A. M. C.; native of Hethersett, Norwich. Warrant issued. 2.— E Division.— For embezzling £ 74 — 27th nit.— ALFRED EWER, age 40, height 5 ft. 5 in., stout build, complexion ruddy, hair and eyes brown, mole left cheek, prominent nose; dress, blue serge jacket suit, dark tweed overcoat, dark tie, black soft felt hat, lace boots. Warrant issued. 3. — L Division — For stealing, 1st inst., a lady's 18 ct. gold half- hoop diamond ring, set 5 stones— EMILY CLARKSON, alias MORRIS, age 27, height 5 ft., complexion fresh, hair light, eyes blue, walk serect; dress, blue and green cycl- ing costume, tam- o'- shanter to match, trimmed feathers, strap shoes. Supposed a native of Bed ford. Warrant issued. 4.— N Division.— !? or stealing ( servant), 2nd ult., £ 16 10s.— HENRY BAINES, age 28 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 8J in., stoops slightly, complexion and hair ( bald on top) dark, eyes brown, slightly deaf, quiet demeanour; dress, dark mixture jacket and vest, dark striped trousers, light motor cap, lace boots. A barman; native of Bethnal Green. 5.— S Division.— For being concerned with a man in custody for housebreaking— WIL- LIAM HEARN, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft., thick set, complexion pale, hair and slight moustache dark, eyes ( sunken) dark; dress, dark grey over- coat, jacket suit and cap.— ARTHUR HEARN, age 25, height 5 ft. 1 in., slight build, complexion fresh, hair dark; dress, black jacket, grey trousers and cap. Natives of Kentish Town. Warrants issued. ( J.— M Division.— por embezzline Ills. Id., 29th ult.— JOHN JOYCE, age 25, height 6 It. 4J in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, small boyish face, suffers with a bad leg, from which varicose veins have been extracted, large feet, woman, ship, and other tattoo marks on both fore- arms and chest; dress, blue serge jacket suit, peak cap. A native of Australia. Warrant issued. 7.— Y Division.— For stealing £ 93 8s. 2d„ 18th inst. — HERBERT SOUTAR, age 26, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fair, hair light, moustache ginger, eyes supposed blue; dress, dark blue tweed jacket suit and cap, green tie, lace boots. A clerk : uative of London. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. CA MB RIDGES HIRE. 8.— Cambridge { Borough).— For obtain- ing £ 8 15s. by fraud ( cheating at cards)— VER- NON CECIL ELLINGHAM MUSGRAVE, alias GEORGE GORDON and GEORGE GLEICER, Office No. 1724- 03 ( ILLUSTRATED CIRCULAR 72, Figure 15), age 28, height 5 ft. 4J in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes hazel, nose inclined to right, occasionally wears glasses. An artist; native of Liverpool. Associates with swindlers and card sharpers. Has been convicted at East- bourne, Brighton, and Lewes. Absconded from bail 17th inst. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Cambridge. CHESHIRE. 9.— Runcorn { County).— For non- payment of £ 10 5s. 6d., bastardy arrears and costs— FRED- ERICK SANT, age about 24, height ( without shoes) 5 ft. 9£ in., complexion fresh, thin features, hair dark brown, eyes brown, slightly bow- legged. A gardener; native of Newton- by- Chester. He served about 3i years in the local Police Force, from which he resigned 7 or 8 months ago, prior to which he worked in various parts of the country. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Ennion, Runcorn. 10. — Chester { City}. — For neglecting to notify change of residence — Licence- holder EDWARD GRIFFITHS, alias STRANGE and CLINTON, Office No. 2364- 02, age 43, height 5 ft. 1 in., complexion dark, hair and eyes dark brown. A fitter; native of Chester. Sentenced to 5 years' penal servitude at the Knutsford Sessions, 7th January, 1903, for counting- house breaking and larceny. Liberated on license 17th May, 1907. P T d 458. To be dealt with where found. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Chester. DERBYSHIRE. 11.— Derby [ Borough).— For failing to re- ports- Supervisee THOMAS GASKILL, alias JOHNSON, Office No. 3517- 02, age 63, height 5 ft. 9i in., complexion sallow, hair and eyes grey, long thin nose, slightly inclined to left, scar web right thumb, blue dot back right hand, right thumb and 4th right finger injured. A painter; native of Manchester. Sentenced at Derby County Quarter Sessions, 5th April, 1905, to 6 months hard labour and 2 years supervision for larceny. To be dealt with where found. Information to Captain Haywood, Derby. < 5 THE POLICE G A Z E T T E. FRIDAY, MAY 17, 1907. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continuei)- DURHAM. 12— Castle Eden [ County).— For fraudu- lently converting to his own use, £ 50 18s. 6d., monies of the Durham Miners' Association, be- tween 5th February and 5th April last— JOSEPH MEEKINS, age 37 or 38, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion fresh, hair ( turning grey) dark, mous- tache sandy; dress, dark jacket suit and cap. A miner; native of Wingate. Absconded 30th ult. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Heslop, Castle Eden. ESSEX. 13.— Romford ( County). — For stealing, 18th inst., at Hornchurch, a free- wheel bicycle, enamelled black frame, drop handle bars, 28 in. wheels, plated rims, Bowden brake back wheel, Short brake front wheel, very rusty, back wheel wobbles slightly, small piece out of outer cover, nut missing from right pedal, mud guard on back wheel broken and repaired with 6tring, Empire saddle, Lucas lamp, the front of which has been recently soldered, tool bag and pump attached— A MAN, age 23 or 24, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., rather stout build, complexion fresh, hair sandy, clean shaved; dress, navy blue suit, light check cap, celluloid collar, red tie, lace boots. He ob- tained lodgings, and stated he was employed laying down electric light plant at a local nursery garden, and that the owner of the bicycle ( a fellow lodger) had lent it to him to ride to work. 14. — Romford ( County). — For stealing, 24th inst., 5 sheets; 1 blanket; 1 night dress; 1 gold curb chain bracelet, padlock and safety chain attached; and obtaining by false pretences, 23rd inst., a black vicuna suit, 38 in. breast, size 5; and 2 boys' jacket, vest and knicker suits, black— BLANCHE MARY BRYSON, alias MARY FRASER, age about 42, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes brown, addicted to drink; dress, rough blue cloth dress, and black hat turned up at side. A native of Glasgow. She obtained lodgings at Romford, 18th inst., stating her husband was bandmaster on a yacht, and would join her at the end of the week. Identical with Mary Fraser, Case No. 13, 24th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Jones, Romford. 15.— Southend- on- Sea ( County).— For stealing jewellery and wearing apparel ( recovered) — MARY FRASER, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, addicted to drink; dress, blue rough cloth costume, black straw hat. A native of Glasgow. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Pryke, Southend. 16.— Thorpe ( County).— For deserting his wife and 3 children, leaving them chargeable to the Tendring Union— ALBERT GEORGE GOS LING, age 34, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eves grey, 2 anchors left forearm. A labourer; native of Saint Osyth, Essex. Usually employed on public works. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Cowell, Thorpe- le- Soken. GLA MORGANSHIRE . 17. — Cardiff ( City). — For stealing, 25th March last, a bicycle ( recovered)— GORDON LENNOX or LENNON ( supposed false), age 34 to 36, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., stiff build, com plexion fresh, hair ( going bald in front) red, long moustache light, speaks quickly, of smart ap pearance; dress, speckled suit ( cycling knickers), light cap, sometimes wears dark suit and light overcoat. Stated he was a house agent. He steals bicycles that are left unattended, changes the wheels and other fittings, then advertises the machines in newspapers, gives the number of a letter box at a newspaper office for letters to be sent, and disposes of the bicycles at a very low price. Warrant issued. . Information to the Head Constable, Cardiff. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 18. — Dursley ( County). — For stealing ( bailee) £ 1— JOHN WOOD, age 30, height 5 ft 3 in., complexion pale, eyes dark, nose inclined to left, clasped hands and heart ( pink centre) with man and woman tattoed left forearm, left arm has beefn broken and badly set, and very small from elbow to wrist, largo lump back left hand; dress, light brown lounge jacket, vest, and cap, light grey striped trousers, pink and white tie, lace boots. Supposed a native of Birmingham. Fond of sing- ing in public houses. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Perkins,.. Dursley. HAMPSHIRE. Id— Aldershot ( County).— For stealing, 16th inst., a dark tweed suit, " Rimell Allsop " on buttons; 1 ooat and vest; 1 pair dark blue trousers; blue and red tie; 1 grey cap; and £ 1— HER- BERT HORTON, age 19, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., omplexion fresh, hair brown, eyes hazel, snake ight forearm.— GEORGE GARLAND, age 19, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, scar left side of upper lip. Both are deserters from the Royal Welsh Fusiliers, and wearing the stolen clothing. Absconded 16th inst. Information to Supt. Hawkins, Aldershot. 20.— Petersfield ( Conntv).— For assault- ing a female, 23rd inst., with intent to* rob— A MAN, age about 45, height about 6 ft., slight build, complexion dark, hair light brown, beard light; dress, old black jacket, grey trousers, black bowler hat, carried a walking stick. Appearance of a tramp. Information to Supt. Waters, Petersfield. 21. - Southampton ( Borough). — FRED- EKICK LLEWELLYN, Case No. 26th nit., information cancelled. 22.— Southampton ( Borough).— For steal- ing £ 12— ANNIE SMITH, age 22, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion fair, Welsh accent; dress, brown skirt, hat and boots. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Southamp- ton. HEREFORDSHIRE. 23.— Ledbury ( County).— For leaving his wife and children chargeable to Ledbury Union, 8th inst.— GEORGE BREWER, age about 26, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion sallow, hair light brown, moustache light, eyes ( cast in one) grey, ruptured left side, scars on one leg, very excitable. A collier; native of Bosbury, Herefordshire. ITe left Cwmcarn, Monmouthshire, 14th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Phillips, Ledbury. 24. — Ross ( County) — For stealing, 20th inst., £ 3 10s., an English lever watch, open face, silver curb chain and seal attached, maker Vickers & Vickers, Shrewsbury; 1 jacket and vest ( light grey with green and yellow stripes); 1 nair black serge trousers; 1 do., white linen cuffs, with silver links— WILLIAM DAWSON McINTYRE, alias WILLIAM DAWSON, age 25 to 28, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion fair ( sunburnt), hair and moustache light, bad teeth. A farm labourer; believed a native of Greenock. Has been employed on farms in different parts of the country. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Supt. Marston, Ross. 2*.— Tunbridf/ 0 Walls ( Borough).— For obtaining £ 5 by a worthless cheque on the London and South Western Bank, 17th inst.— JAMES TOWLE, age 45, height 5 ft. 7 in., slight built . complexion sallow, hair ( thin on top) dark ( turn- ing grey), slight moustache dark, eyes grey, thin face, well educated and very plausible; dress, dark grey frock coat, white vest with black buttons, grey check trousers, white tie with pink design, silk hat, brown boots, dark brown gloves, gold watch and chain, carried an umbrella. He called at a boarding school, stated he had come from Fiji, that he was staying at a hotel in London, and' was anxious to place his daughter in a school, induced the proprietress to give him a letter of introduction to a tradesman, from whom he ob- tained the money. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Tunbridge Wells. LANARKSHIRE. 29.— Glasgow ( City).— For stealing £ 60, 11th inst.— WILLIAM C. MILNE, age 35, height 5 ft. 7^ in., complexion fair, hair dark red, mous- tache light, may be wearing glasses, upper teeth missing, wound back of right hand, of smart ap- pearance; dress, dark grey tweed suit, cap, brown leggings. A clerk. He was sent to a bank to cash a cheque for £ 60, received £ 35 in single notes, £ 15 gold, and £ 10 silver ajid bronze. May en- deavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Glasgow. HER TFORDSHIRE. 25.— Ware ( County).— For obtaining 5s. by false pretences— — KING, age 45 to 50, height about 5 ft. 10 in., slight build, complexion fresh, moustache light; dress, black cutaway ooat, pepper and salt colour trousers and vest, light tweed cap, black and white striped tie. Riding a nearly new bicycle. Supposed identical with man, Case No. 28, 22nd March last. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Duke, Ware. KENT. 2G.— West Mailing ( County).— For being concerned with 3 others ( 2 in custody) in stealing a quantity of brass fittings from fixed boilers at Aylesford, between 4th and 11th ult.— THOMAS CASTLE, age 37, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache dark brown, eyes hazel, addicted to drink. A labourer; native of New- hythe, Kent. May seek employment on public works, wharves, docks, & c.— ROBERT FOWLER, age about 32, height about 5 ft. 7 in., hair dark brown, moustache ginger, eyes blue, rather high cheek bones; dress, dark jacket and vest, moleskin trousers, P. & O. cap, heavy lace boots. A native of Ditton, Kent. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Ford, West Mailing. 27 — Dover ( Borough).— For stealing ( bailee) a bicycle, flat handle bars, enamelled black, right crank has been brazed, rather large front cog, Coventry Forse Brand back tyre, Goodwear front tyre— HARRY DALE, age 21, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion fresh, hair ( curly) black, slight moustache, piercing eyes, sharp nose, woman wear- ing hat tattooed left forearm, North Country ac- cent; dress, dark grey suit, square pattern, velvet collar, light cap, lace boots. Has served in the Army. Supposed a native of Leicester. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Dover. LANCASHIRE. 30 — Bootlo ( Borough).— For obtaining £ 10 by a worthless cheque— GEORGE E. SPAULD- ING ( supposed an American), age about 40, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion sallow, thin features, sharp nose, hair light, clean shaved, eyes blue; dress, dark grey tweed suit, grey overcoat, herring- bone pattern, light tie, black hard felt hat. Until recently he represented the Hurley Machine Com- pany, Paris and Chicago. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Bootle. 31.— Southport ( Borough).— For stealing, 23rd ult. a boy's suit ( recovered)— SUSANNAH DALE, age 57, height 4 ft. 9| in., stout build, complexion fresh, hair dark, eyes ( one disfigured) grey; dress, black three- quarter length jacket, dark skirt, black hat, brown button boots. Had in her possession a pedlar's certificate, No. 985, issued at Southport, 22nd February, 1907. Information to the Chief Constable, Southport. MONTGOMER Y SHIRE. 32.— Newtown ( County).— For stealing ( bailee) a " Raleigh Gazelle" bicycle, " No. 156432 " near seat, 24 in. frame, black enamelled, nickel plated rims, rim brakes, rat- trap pedals, flat handle bars, steel detachable mud guards, Atlas tyres, free wheel— R. SHELDON, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., slight build, complexion fair, hair and moustache light brown, eyes crossed, front teeth decayed; dress, spotted grey Norfolk cycling suit, plaid cap, old boots. A photographer's canvasser. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Newtown. OXFORDSHIRE. 33. — BicnMtor ( Canity). — For carnally knowing a girl under 16, 4th ult.— JAMES SPOONER, age about 29, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., stout build, complexion fresh, hair dark brown, long on top, supposed scar on left muscle. Generally employed in racing stables. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Bowen, Bicester. PEMBROKESHIRE. 3*:— Pembroke Dock ( County).— For obtaining £ 6 10s. by worthless cheque, lst inst.— FRANKLYN C. MEAGER, age 25, height 6 ft. 1 in., complexion fresh, hair ( inclined to curly in front) light brown, eyes grey, irregular teeth, slightly prominent, stoops, well educated; dress, dark grey jacket and trousers, dark red fancy ribbed vest, pockets bound with dark material, black bowler hat, flat brim, red bow tie, light lace boots. A native of Swansea. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Evans, Pembroke Dock. TUESDAY, MAY 14, 1907. T H E POLICE GAZETTE. 211 PORTRAITS OF PERSONS WANTED. CHESHIRE. 35. — Slock/ sort ( Borough). — For shop- breaking, 3rd inst.— JOHN JONES, alias MAR- TIN FARRELL, Office No. 858- 06, age 22, height 5 ft. 2 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, anchor, heart and club right, " J. F. J. E. S. M. Farrel" left forearm, " E. F. C." back left hand. An organ grinder; native of Manchester, where he has several times been convicted of larceny, house- breaking, and burglary. Information to Chief Constable Brindley, Stock- port. OXFORDSHIRE. 40.— Oxford { City).— For office breaking, between 9th and 10th inst., and stealing a brown tweed mixture jacket; 1 light dust coat; 1 bowler hat, " R. C." in pencil inside; and about £ 6 — MATTHEW BROWN, a Scotchman, age 40 to APPREHENSIONS SOUQILT ( continued) - SHROPSHIRE. 41— Chut oh Siretion ( County).— For stealing 10s., 16th inst.— THOMAS MORRIS, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fresh, hair and slight moustache light, small gun- shot wound top of forehead; dress, dark coat and vest, old dark cord trousers, dark cap, strong nailed boots, plain toes. Stated he was a native of Stone, Staffordshire. May be found at farmhouses or working as a timber feller or sawyer. Believed to have served in the Army or Militia. Warrant issued. Information to Inspector Francis, Church Stret- ton. wart top of left eyelash; dress, dark blue jacket and vest, striped trousers, black hard felt hat. A native of Hammersmith, London. Absconded from bail 28th inst. Warrant issued. Information to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. NORFOLK. Groat Yarmouth ( Borough).— For obtaining £ 20 by false pretences— HENRY EDWARD YOUNGMAN, age 34 or 35, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion fresh, rather ruddy, hair light brown, turns his toes inwards; dress, blue suit, hard felt hat. Frequents good class hotels, and associates with betting men. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Great Yar- mouth. £ TA FFORDSHIKE. 42. — Longton ( County). — For receiving liquid1 gold, value £ 11 14s. 6d., well knowing the same to have been stolen— WILLIAM HARRI- SON, age 26, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in. complexion fresh, hair and eyes brown, clean shaved, of smart appearance; wearing breeches and leggings, peak cap. A crockery ware dealer; native of Long- ton. Usually has a stall at market halls, & c. Is well known at Coventry, Birmingham, Leek, Stafford, and Uttoxeter. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Oakden, Longton. AZ.— Smeihwick ( County).— Vor embezzl- ing, £ 15 13s., on 4th and 6th ult.— ERNEST COOPER, age 27, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fresh, high cheek bones, hair light brown, mous- tache sandy, eyes hazel, right fore finger deformed; dress, dark mixture suit, blue mixture tie, dark cap, light lace boots. A haulier or boatman; native of Smethwick. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Goodwill, Smethwick. 44. — Mewcsasile- a nder - Lyme ( Borough).— For obtaining food and lodgings by false pretences— HARRY FORD, age about 10, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., stout build, complexion fresh, hair ( bald on top) and moustache light brown, eyes blue; dress, grey coat, black vest, moleskin trousers, red muffler, lace boots. A blacksmith, has recently worked for an Axle & Tree Company, Leeds, and a waggon works at Horbury Junction, near Wakefield. Warrant issued. 45. — fife wcastle ~ under' Lyme ( Borough).— For deserting his wife and 6 children, 2nd1 March last— JAMES HOBAN, age 34, height 5 ft., medium build, hair and moustache sandy, squints right eye, deep scar across bridge of nose; wearing old dark clothes and clogs. A labourer; native of County Mayo. About 4 months ago he was employed near Warrington. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Newcastle- under- Lyme. the British Westinghouse Electrical Company, but recently as a draughtsman with the Clyde Valley Company. Absconded 3rd inst. Information to the Chief Constable, Hamilton. LANCASHIRE. 37.— Liver/ fool ( City).— For stealing £ 23, 6th inst.— HERBERT FREDERICK BOARD- LEY, age 21, height 5 ft. 8 in., hair light, clean shaved. A clerk. Was accompanied by a Woman, age 21, height 5 ft. 6 in., well built, hair brown. Information to the Head Constable, Liverpool. METR@ P& L8r& N FGLIGS DISTRIC1 38.— T Division.— For stealing £ 350, monies of the Amalgamated Union of Bakers and Confectioners— GEORGE HENRY LEE, alias COATE, age 50, height 5 ft. 6£ in., stout build, complexion pale, round face, hair, beard, and moustache dark, eyes hazel, nose has been broken, 45, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., stiff build, complexion fresh, high forehead, hair ( turning grey) dark, stubby moustache, eyes very dark; wearing the stolen clothing. Sings at public houses. He was employed at Banbury as a gardener's labourer from 2- 1 tli April to 6th inst. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Oxford. LANARKSHIRE- 36.— Hamilton ( County*).— For stealing £ lo 6s.— ERNEST WESTON, age about 30, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion ruddy, hair brown, moustache light reddish, eyes ( large) blue; dress, brown suit ( faded), lace boots. A native of London. For some years he was employed with 4 THE POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, MAY'HI, 1907. APPREHENSION SOUGHT ( continued)- SUFFOLK ( West). 46— Bury St. Edmunds ( County^.— For stealing, 23rd ult., 2 gold albert chains — ALFRED OLIVER LYNN, alias HARRY DEAN, age 28, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion fair, oval face, hair light brown, clean shaved, eyes blue, of smart appearance; dress, brown serge suit ( striped), mauve tie, bowler hat, patent leather lace boots. A barber; native of Brixton, London. May be found in good class shops or in company of racing men. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Bury St. Edmunds. SUSSEX ( East). 47. — Lewes ( County).— For obtaining 2s 8| d. by false pretences, 17th inst.— W. KERR, age 30, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fresh, full face, hair ligiitj moustache curled at ends; wearing dark grey tliree- quarter length overcoat, black bowler hat. He represented himself to be an agent for the Ceylon and China Tea Syndicate, who had opened a branch at Brighton for the purpose of supplying small quantities of tea to holders of small grocers' shops, obtained an order for 3 lbs. at 10| d. per pound, delivered a parcel purporting to be the tea, which on being opened contained stones and sawdust, with a small portion of tea on top. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Lewes. 48 - Hastings [ Borough).— For wilful and corrupt perjury— HENRY GEORGE SUTTON, age about 45, height about 6 ft., slight build, square shoulders, complexion sallow, hair and mous- tache iron grey, of smart appearance; dress, grey mixture suit, grey tweed cap, brown boots and gaiters, sometimes wears Norfolk jacket and knickers. May be accompanied by his wife; usually wears grey costume, grey motor cap and veil, of theatrical appearance; and 4 boys, ages 13, 11, 6, and years. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Hastings. SUSSEX ( West). 49.— Horsham { County).— For failing to surrender to his bail for stealing ( bailee) a pony, harness, and van— FREDERICK MILLS, age 55, height 5 ft. 7 in., hair grey, moustache sandy ( turning grey), eyes blue, long eyebrows; dress, black frock coat, trousers, and cap. May be found in the neighbourhod of Epsom or Sutton, hawking vegetables or fruit. Supposed accompanied by his daughter, age about 30. Warrant issued. 50.— Horsham ( County\— For levins his wife and family chargeable to the Horsham Union — PERCY JOHN THUNDER, age 38, height 5 ft. 9 in., slight build, thin face, long moustache light; usually wears a cycling suit. May seek em- ployment as organist or pianist, or found at music halls or concerts. He was accompanied by a Woman, age 23, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, full round face, hair dark. Both may assume the name of Long. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Goldring, Horsham. WO ROES TERSHIRE. 51.— Bromsgrove { County). — For at- tempted carnal knowledge of a girl, age 7 years, 4th ult.— HARRY WANT, alias BROWN, age 2. height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion sallow, hair dark, eyes grey, walks erect; dress, black morning coat ( faded), large inside pockets, brown lining, blue trousers, light cap, may be wearing a light grey suit. A labourer; native of Elmbridge, near Droit- wich. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Beal, Bromsgrove. 52.— Malvern {( Jountv).— For obtaining money by false pretences— A. BOLLARD LEWIS, age 35 to 40, height about 5 ft. 7 in., stout build, complexion rather pale, hair and moustache ( pointed) dark, small red scar on bridge of nose, several scars on forehead ; dress, blue serge or brown suit, black overcoat, lined spotted fur, yachting cap with shiny peak. He advertised poultry, & c., in the " Exchange and Mart," & c., obtained money with order for same, which he failed to supply. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Supt. Male, Malvern. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding), bo.— York { City). — For forging a- d uttering 6 money orders for £ 40 each— ARTHUR WIL- LIAM COLLINGHAM OWEN, age 31, height 5 ft. 5 in., slight build, complexion pale, hair very dark, eyes ( deep set) dark, clean shaved, very large ears, prominent chin and cheek bones, subject to fits; dress, black suit, dark grey over- coat, tweed cap. Supposed to have in his posses- sion 20 postal orders for £ 1 each, Nos. W- 45. 302501 to 302520, inclusive. He was sub post- master at Bishopthorpe Road Post Office, for some time he was music master under the Leeds Educa- tion Authority, but left owing to ill health; he has latterly been engaged as a conductor of music hall orchestras. May endeavour to leave the country. Warrants issued. 54 — York { City)— For failing to report— Licence- holder ABRAHAM DAWSON, alias KELLETT, Office No. 723- 00, age 60, height 5 ft. 5J in., complexion fresh, hair grey, eyes blue, nose has been broken, cut scar left side forehead. A butcher; native of Wigan. Sentenced at Stafford Sessions, 30th June, 1903, to 5 years penal servi- tude for obtaining goods by false pretences. Licensed 5th April last. X d 391. Has been pre- viously convicted at Leeds, Exeter, Wakefield, Newcastle, Huntingdon, Pontefract, Liverpool, and York. To be dealt with where found. Information to the Chief Constable, York. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. itiETR. jPOLn& H POLICE DISTRICT 55.— X Division .— Remanded at West London Police Court till 5th prox., for obtaining food and lodgings by false pretences— GERTRUDE CROFT, age 20, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue; dress, Scotch plaid skirt, white silk blouse, cream alpaca coat, white hat trimmed pink flowers. Native of Martindales, Lincolnshire. 56.— X Division. — remanded at Willesden Petty Sessions, 6th prox., for obtaining a bankers cheque for £ 3 10s. by false pretences — DOREY LESTER, age 56, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion sallow, hair and moustache dark ( turn- ing grey), eyes grey; dress, blue serge jacket and vest, dark trousers, dark grey overcoat, bowler hat. Supposed a native of London. ( See Notice under Doubtful Traders, 4th January, 1907.) Information to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. CUMBERLAND. 57 — Cooker mouth { County).— In cus tody, charged with stealing joiner's tools ( re covered) — ARTHUR SILVESTER, age 26, height 5 ft. 8 in., stout build, complexion dark, hair dark brown, eyes hazel, long face, eagle, woman, American flag tattooed on chest, skull and cross bones, beetle, heart and arrow, parrot, coiled snake, flowers, and woman's head right arm, snake right leg, sword, snake, and butterfly left leg; dress, dark and grey striped jacket suit, dark grey cap, mauve coloured muffler, lace boots. States he is a ship's carpenter, and native of Ports- mouth ; also that he has visited London, Port- mouth, Barrow, and principal ports. Information to Supt. Illingworth, Cockermouth. DORSETSHIRE. 58. — Portland ( County).— Remanded, charged with obtaining money by false pretences— FREDERICK C. THOMPSON, alias CUNNING- HAM GRAHAM, & c., age 22, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fair, hair ( inclined to sandy) light, clean shaved, eyes light grey, rather thick lips, speaks slowly with North Country accent, teeth decayed and discoloured. States he belongs to Manchester. He called upon clergymen, stated he was in search of a lost relative, and obtained money for the purpose of returning to ivianchester. Information to Supt. Saint, Portland. SHROPSHIRE- 59.— Pcn'. esbury [ County). — Committed for trial at next Quarter Sessions, for larceny— WILLIAM CHARLES TEMPLE, age 36, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eves grey, rose, thistle, shamrock, and female skipping on a ball left arm, " A B O C R " and " T. S. 1. 4." right arm. Previously convicted of larceny at West Mailing and Towcester. A native of Liverpool. 60.— Powtesbury { County). — t immiitfd for tria^ l at next Assizes for arson!— ROBERT WILLIAMS, alias WALKER, age 26, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes brown, scar right eye, burn scars on one cheek. A labourer; native of Manchester. Convicted of larceny and frequenting at Manchester, and of frequenting at Knutsford. Information to Supt. Elcock, Pontesbury. 61.— Wellington ( County).— Committed for trial at Salop Quarter Sessions for burglary — MAURICE WHITE, age 28, height 5 ft. 4£ in., stout build, complexion fresh, hair black, clean shaved, eyes grey, cut scar right side of face, right eyebrow, and right of nose, nose has been broken, scar left side of forehead, top left forefinger, and inside left thumb; dress, black plaid jacket, navy blue double- breasted vest, dark grey striped trousers, red neckerchief, dark grey cap, old lace boots. States he has been tramping the country and employed on public works. A bricklayer. Supposed previously convicted and wanted else- where. 62. — Wellington { County). — Committed for trial at Salop Quarter Sessions for obtaining money by false pretences— JOSEPH BASSETT, alias JOSEPH W7EBSTER, FURNESS, and JOSEPH TURNER, age 52, height 5 ft. 1 in., complexion fresh, hair ( bald on top), moustache, and full beard brown, eyes grey, small mole on each cheek; dress, throe- quarter length drab over- coat, dark brown jacket and vest, grey striped trousers, light check cap, strong lace boots. A con- fectioner; native of Chesterfield. Has been con- victed at Carmarthen, Scunthorpe, Mansfield, Barnsley ( W. R.), and Bishop Auckland, of similar offences. Supposed wanted elsewhere. Information to Supt. Fulcher, Wellington. S TA FFQRDSHIRE. G3.— Long& Git ( County).— Remanded till 4th prox., charged with stealing 2 pairs boots ( re- covered)— ANNIE HARRISON, alias TROUN- SELL and BRIDGETT McCANN, age 30, height 5 ft., complexion fresh, broad features, flat nose, slightly turned up, hair dark, eyes blue, abscess scar right side of neck. A native of Aberystwyth. Has been many times convicted at Liverpool and Bootle.— ANNIE LONGMORE or BUNN, ago 36, height 5 ft., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes ( inclined to be sore) blue. A native of West Hartlepool. Previously convicted at Rotherham. Has been tramping the country, and stayed at common lodging houses. Information to Supt. Oakden, Longton. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRIC 7 64.— C Division.— 27th i^ at., water- colour ' paintings, subjects as follows:— The White Cliffs of Albion, On Top of the Tide, West- ward Ho ! St. Paul's— Evening, Incoming Tide— Cornwall, Cader ldris, Off for the Night's Fishing, Storm Clouds, The Cornish Shore, Christchurch Staircase— Oxford, Evening— Carbis Bay, A Dead Calm, Sunset at Sea, Moorland Dawn, Going with the Tide, A Limpid Morning, Christchurch Meadows— Oxford, Cloud Shadows, Calm, Mid- day Brightness, A Rippley Morning, The Depart- ing Day, In Shelter of the Goodwins, Passing Greenwich, Breezy Weather, A Peaceful Evening1, Outward Bound, After the Storm, Reflections, Saunton Sands, Storm Lifting, Christchurch Cathedral— Oxford, Folkestone Harbour, Old Wap- ping Pier, The Canal— Lincoln, A Wind Swept Sky, A Misty Morning, Drifting with the Tide, Sketch of St. Paul's, Off Cornwall, Sketch of Staithes, Interior Church of Knights Templars, Clodgy Rocks, Steps at Wells Cathedral, St. Paul's from Ludgate Hill, Carbis Bay, Homeward, Har- lech Sands, Afterglow, Christchurch Gateway -— Canterbury, Norman Doorway— the Knights Tem- plars' Church, Storm Clouds, Outward Bound. All signed '' Herbert J. Finn." 65.— c Division.— 21ih ins .. an 18 ct, flat evening dress watch, " Cartier, London and Paris," on silver dial, very thin; 1 gold match box, raised ribs, sapphire button to open, end of box opens to strike matches on; 1 gold key chain, padlock at- tached, " H. de S. from M. H." thereon; 1 gold pocket knife, very flat; 1 gold telescopic pencil case, set diamonds and rubies; 1 silver gilt pass for the Empire Theatre, " Jef Colin" on one side, " Em- pire" in blue enamel on other; 1 four leaf sham- rock charm in gilt circle, sapphire set in each leaf; 2 small gold keys. 66.— T Division.— Between 17th and 21st inst., a lady's gold watch, very thick case; 1 do., chased back; 1 gold key shaped brooch; 1 do., heart shaped locket ( glass back, set 2 rubies, 1 emerald); 1 gold daisy brooch, set pearls and turquoise; 1 gold twisted brooch, set about 7 pearls; 1 lady's thin gold ring, surrounded with pearls; 1 plain gold ring, set 2 garnets; 1 gold buckle ring; 1 plain gold bangle, broken in centre, with safety chain; 3 gold studs; 1 pearl necklet, composed of 95 pearls gradu- ating, pearl clasp fastening; 2 oblong and 2 round silver chased rims of bottles, " F. L. B." thereon; 6 do. plain, " N. S. H. B." thereon; 1 clothes brush, silver back, " Sybil " thereon; 1 silver square snuff- box, raised flowers at each corner, opens in 2 places, gilt inside, containing miniature of lady in evening TUESDAY, MAY 14, 1907. T H E POLICE GAZETTE. 31 PROPERTY STOLEN ( continued)— dress, dark hair; 1 oblong snuff- box, coloured pictures on lid, Italian writing inside; 2 silver candlesticks, about 18 in. high, crest— stag and FLINTSHIRE. 70.— Holy well ( County).— 2.5th inst.. from hotels At Rhyl, a lady's gold half- hunter watch, monogram, " J. C. S." on back; 1 do. keyless watch; 1 long gold chain; 1 short gold chain, pendant ( plaited hair in centre) and Kruger sovereign at- tached; 1 lady's long gold chain, gold rimmed eye glasses attached; 1 chain with green stones, SURREY. 75. — Farnham ( County).— 23rd inst., a brown leather portmanteau, 2 ft. long, strap at each end, one or two portions of labels, " Man- chester " thereon, containing 2 shirts ( 1 coloured; 1 white); 2 pairs hand knitted socks j 1 razor; 1 lather brush; 4 references, in name of " Henry Easton"; 1 dark grey waterproof coat, side pockets, chain tab; 1 pair new lace boots, size 8, thick soles; 1 blue overall suit; 1 pair lambs wool pants; 1 do. shirt— Suspicion is attached to A MAN, age 28, height 5 ft. 24 in., complexion pale, hair and small moustache black, eyes brown, scar 3rd right finger; dress, striped check suit, rubber collar, green tie, imitation gold pin, white and black check cap. A hair dresser; supposed a native of Manchester. Information to Supt. Simmonds, Farnham. wearing a medal with 6 bars. Had with him a blue Bedlington terrier. Was accompanied by his Wife, very stout; and'a child, 10 months old. Information to the Chief Constable, York. PERSONS or BODIES FOUND METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 83.— K Division.- 19th inst.. A YOUTH age 18, height 5 ft. 4f in., complexion fresh, haiif light, eyes blue; dress, grey cycling suit, print shirt, flannelette collar, red and white stripes, white tie with blue stripes, brown cycling stockings, grey cap, lace boots. Suffering from loss of memory. Now in Romford Workhouse. Information to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. ooat- of- arms, " The Gift of Mrs. Harrison, Clapham Common, 1863," on base; 2 silver fluted rose bowls, gilt inside; 1 silver and boxwood decanter stand, " B " on medallion, with grape and vine leaves in centre; 1 silver cigarette case, chased, monogram " L. H. B."; 1 silver salver, crest— falcon and coat- of- arms composed of chevrons and 3 falcons in centre, " Presented to Charles Tayloe Philips, By the Misses Crawley- Boevey, in recognition of professional attendance on their father," on back, fluted handles, ribbed edges, weight 74 ozs. 5 dwts.; 1 copper medal, Eton College arms one side, 2 crossed oars, " Rev. H. Damans, 1899," the otheir; 1 small Iron safe, painted dark green, 12 in. by 6 in., containing cheque book on London and Westminster Bank, St. James's Square Branch, with 48 blank cheques, Nos W ^ 225353 to 225400, share certificates for St. Paul's Brewery Co. and Eastern Telegraph Co., with initials " M. S.," " H. B.," and " L. H. B."; 3 silver serviette rings ( 1 octangular shape, " I. H. B." thereon; 1 round, " O. P. B." and stag thereon; 1 chaged pattern, with stag thereon): 1 green canvas bag with outside pocket, fastens with strap. 67. — X Oiviftinn- — I7tb inst., a motor bicvcle, 3- H. P., " Triumph, H 2274 " on duplex, " No. 83724 " on front, " Triumph " by transfer on head, tank and engine, sprav carburetter, coil accumulators, and ignition coil under tank, painted aluminium colour, green lines, Clincher A1 tvres, Smith's band on back, olated pedals, new bell, 1905 pattern, acetvlene lamp. Information to be forwarded tn the Metropolitan Police Office. New Scotland Yard. S. W. DERBYSHIRE. 68.— R** nishs » w ( nountys.— 10th inst., by housebreaking at Beighton, a silver English lever watch, No. 73069, white dial, black numerals, outer case much worn, glass scratched, very old and out of repair; 1 oxidised watch, keyless, No. 51495- 19, " H. L. Brown, Sheffield," on dial; 1 gold safety pin brooch, horseshoe in centre, set 6 or 7 brilliants.— Suspicion is attached to A MAN, age about 40, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., moustache dark brown; wearing brown coat, black cap, sup- posed brown leggings. A tramp. Information to Supt. Andrew, Renishaw, near Chesterfield. ESSEX. 69.— Grays ' County)— h inst.. at West Thurrock, a bicycle, enamelled black, frame, and wheels, ' British Pneumatic Coy.' s" tyre front - wheel, " Warwick" tyre back wheel, slightly dropped handle bars, fixed wheel, rat trap pedals, much worn, " Wall Famous Works, Rainham," on head, Challis bell, Brooks' saddle, name plate worn off, a wooden tool box, painted black, fixed under saddle, also a brown mackintosh. Information to Supt. Jordan, Grays. bracelet and brooch to match; 1 pearl brooch, Turkish, half- moon shape; 2 silver brooches, set brilliants; 1 gold curb bracelet; 1 do. bangle, set pearls and turquoise; 1 lady's gold ring, set large green stone, white figure in centre of stone; 1 lady's gold ring, set pearls, square designs; 3 or 4 gold' rings. Information to Supt. Jones, Holywell. HAMPSHIRE. 71.— Faroham ( CountyY— 20th inst., at Lee- on- the- Solent, a black enamelled safety bicycle, free wheel, 2- speed Eadie coaster hub, 24 in. frame, front rim brake, inverted lever, flat curved handle bars, rubber pedals, Dunlop tyres, black rims and spokes, mud guards, Eadie transfer on head, " The Eadie Manufacturing Company, Redditch, Eng- land." Information to Supt. Carman, Fareham. HERTFORDSHIRE. T2.- St. Albans ( City).- 20th inst., L gold ring, set 4 small diamonds and 3 pearls, 2 dia- monds and 1 pearl alternately; 1 old gold ring, with heart supported by 2 hands, set with hair and row of small pearls; 1 gold bangle, plain pat tern; 1 gold bracelet, graduated curb pattern, clasp and chain fastening; 1 gold brooch, oval, set ruby and 3 pearls; 1 do. bar brooch, set ruby and 3 pearls; 1 small do., chased; 1 New Zealand green stone charm, silver mount; 1 silver English lever watch, " James H. Campbell, Matlock, 1863," on cap; 1 lady's do. lever watch, old, large, silver dial, chased back; 1 gold crescent brooch; 1 pair gold frame pince- nez; 1 gold pin, star shape head, ruby in centre; 1 gold puzzle ring; and £ 3.— Sus- picion is attached to A MAN and WOMAN ( lst, age 19 or 20, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in, clean shaved; dress, khaki jacket, putties, and can, blue or black short overcoat, stated he had been in the Army. 2nd, age 18 or 19, short, complexion dark, thick set; wearing dark clothes, black straw hat). Both stay at common lodging houses, and hawk scissors, combs, & c. Information to the Head Constable, St. Albans. KENT. 73.— Dover ( Borough).— 24th. inst., a round gilt jewel case, glass lid; 1 gold wedding ring, made into a buckle ring; 1 do. dress do., worn rather thin, set circle of turquoise; 1 do. locket, photograph of 2 ladies inside; 1 rolled gold neck chain, pendant attached, containing a photograph of a baby; 1 small silver keyless watch, silver chain and pencil case attached; 1 long bar paste brooch, stone in centre; 1 paste brooch, amethyst in centre, surrounded with pearls— Supposed by A WOMAN, age about 45, complexion florid, hair iron grey, high cheek bones; dress, black jacket and dress, black sailor hat. She called at a con- fectioner's shop, asked to be allowed to use the lavatory. Information to the Chief Constable, Dover. LANCASHIRE. 74.— Salford ( Boroign).— 21th inst., by housebreaking, a £ 2 Jubilee coin; 1 15 ct. gold curb double albert, a 15 ct. gold locket, engraved, initials " P. D." in centre, attached; 1 18 ct. gold single albert, open curb pattern; 1 9 ct. gold spray brooch; 1 9 ct. gold bracelet, snake pattern; 1 18 ct. gold new art ring, very heavy, lady's head engraved in bold relief; 1 9 ct. gold match box, engraved ; 1 silver cigarette case, engraved, initials " P. D." thereon; 1 round ivory box, with minia ture painted thereon ; 1 silver English lever hunter watch, very old, " Kent, Manchester," on dial; 1 9 ct. gold albert, secret link pattern; 1 lady's 18 ct. gold' Geneva watch, white dial, gold hands, engraved case, dial slightly cracked; 1 do. 9 ct. gold albert, 2 strands, made from a fine long ne: k chain. Information to the Chief Constable, Salford. SUSSEX ( East). 76.— Brighton ( Borough).— 17th inst., 2 brass motor car head lamps, round, plain glass, about 8 in. across, mirror lens at back, maker " Rushmore " thereon. 21st inst., a " Wincycle" road racing bicycle, 24 in. frame, 26 in. wheels, new Dunlop tyres, Crabbe brake back and front wheel, upturned handle bars, rat- trap pedals with straps, nickel plated lamp and bell attached. Information to the Chief Constable, Brighton. SUSSEX ( West). 77. - Worthing ( County). — 24th inst., a gold or gilt filigree necklace, about H in. wide, star pattern, linked together with drop on each star. Information to Supt. Bridger, Worthing. YORKSHIRE ( North Riding). It.— Guisborough ^ County).— 19th inet., from Coatham, a pair of field glasses in " brown leather case, with straps, monogram " W. S." on glasses, " W. Sanderson, Red House, Newmarket, Cambridgeshire," in ink on bottom of case. Information to Supt. Rose, Guisborough. 7f— Middlesbrough { Borough). — 28th inst., a " Standard James" bicycle, No. 53676, 22 in. black enamelled frame, supposed lined bronze, transfer on head and mudguards, lion over " James," encircled by a shield, 28 in. wheels, plated rims and spokes, black enamelled in centre, Dunlop tyres, free wheel, 2 roller lever rim brakes, upturned handle bars, supposed cork grips, black tips, Brooks' saddle, tool bag, black celluloid pump and bell attached, black enamelletj gear case, " James " in gilt thereon. Information to the Chief Constable, Middles- brough. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 80.- Pontefraot ( County) — 18th inst., by housebreaking, at Ackworth, a silver 3- pronged bread fork; 1 butter knife, silver blade ( flowered), pearl handle; 1 small silver tea caddy spoon; 1 pair gold rimmed spectacles in case, " Henry Manley, optician, Briggate, Leeds," on case; 1 lady's black serge three- quarter length jacket, lined green sateen minus buttons; 1 lady's black dog skin fur, li yards long, lined grey sateen; 1 dark red leather purse, containing Is. and 12 penny and 2 half- penny postage stamps. Information to Supt. Hollis, Pontefract. SI— Sheffield ( City).— Between 16th and 25th inst., by housebreaking, a gold scarf slide, set diamond; 1 gold stud, set diamond cord design round edge; 3 silver studs, set cat's- eyes; 1 lady's English lever watch, minus top ring; 1 do. silver Geneva watch, gold plated; 1 silver English lever watch, white dial, black hands, engine- turned cases; 1 silver Geneva watch, engine- turned cases, W. B." on outer case; 1 gold pin, star- shape, set ruby; 1 gold stud, star shape, set ruby; 1 do., set emerald; 1 lady's half- hoop gold dress ring, set about 6 emeralds ( 1 missing); 1 short gold albert, small links with an occasional long link; 1 silver curb pattern albert; 1 narrow gold- filled bangle, flowered; 1 child's silver spoon and fork, engraved; several razors, 2 have ivory handles, " Lockwood Brothers, ' Pampa," on blades; 1 pearl handled 6- chambered revolver, and a number of blank cart- ridges; 1 set of 9 ct. gold studs; a quantity of cigars, red band, " Flor de Cubera" thereon. Information toi the Chief Constable, Sheffield. 82.— York ( City).— 18th inst.. an exhibition rabbit box, painted black, about 13 in. by 8 in. by 7 in., containing a f in. joiner's chisel; 1 i in. do.; 1 wall drill, about 9 in. long; 1 tenon saw; 1 gimlet; 1 gauge; 2 screw drivers; 1 3 ft. rule, repaired with brass, all marked " T. Appleyard" or " F. T. Appleyard"— Suspicion is attached to A MAN, age 36, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion sallow, hair and moustache dark, spoke with a North Country accent. Appearance of a miner. Has served in the Coldstream Guards an/ 1 wau 2 THE POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, JUNE 31, 1907. PERSONS OP BODIES FOUND ( continued) - KENT. 84.— Canterbury ( CountyCommitted suicide— THOMAS GASKELL, age about 40, length 5 ft. 10 in., complexion sallow, hair dark brown, eyes brown, clean shaved; dress, black and white check overcoat, dark tweed suit, red merino belt, leather pocket, brown striped flannelette shirt, grey cotton undershirt, rubber collar, green tie, grey striped braces, light lace boots, new brown dog skin gloves. Supposed a native of Derbyshire, and is believed to have had relatives at Exeter and Colchester. Has been employed in stables, chiefly in the hunting season. Information to Supt. Jacobs, County Police Office, Canterbury. ANIMALS, J^ STOLEN, METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRIC1 85. — y Division.— 23i'd inst., a blue roan mare, 3 years, 14 hands 2 in., long mane and tail, light build, steps very high, chafed on both shoulders, white patch off foreleg below knee, shod all round; and a set of brass- mounted harness, " S. H." on mounts, " Money, Single Gate, Merton," on brass of tugs, over- runner to bridle, rush collar. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. LATEST INFORMATION. APPREHENSIONS. 86.— Metropolitan Police District, C Division.- ANDREW CHEVREAU, Case No. 3,17th inst. 87.— Denbighshire, Wrexham ( County).— Expiree THOMAS ROGERS, Office No. 2103- 98, Case No. 10, 31st March, 1905. 88 - Hampshire, A Idershot ( County) — FRANCIS C3ARLES ARMSTRONG, Case No. 19, 24th inst., and property recovered. 89 — Lancashire, Liverpool ( City). - Licence- holder DAVID DAVIES, Office No. 1625- 02, Case No. 31, 17th inst., at Manchester, on a charge of sacrilege. 90- Lancashire, Liverpool ( City). — LEONARD DE BAYER, alias DE BO WIS, and DE BLOWITZ, Case No. 36, 24th inst, 91.— Staffordshire, Burton - on - Trent ( County). — GEORGE RIVERS, Case No. 47,12th ult., and property recovered. 92.— Sussex ( East), Hastings ( Borough).— EDWARD JAMES PADDON, Case No. 46, 21th inst. M.- Yorkshire ( North Riding), Thornaby- on- Tees ( County).- GKORGE BRAD SHAW, Case No. 50, 23rd March, 1906, and sentenced to 1 month imprisonment. Yorkshire ( North Riding), Thornaby- on- Tees ( County).— ALEX- ANDER CRICHTON, Case No. 57. 5th October 1906, and sentenced, 25th inst., to 6 months im- prisonment. 95.- Yorkshire ( West Riding), Keighley ( County).— JOSEPH KINGHAM, Case No. 54, 19th nit. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT CITY OF LONDON. 96.— For obtaining a fur bolero and 2 fur capes by false pretenoes— JULIUS YORKE, age 45 to 50, height 5 ft. 10 in., broad build, complexion sallow, hair black, turning grey, bald on top and front, thick black moustache, turned down, promi- nent nose, walks with toes turned out, swinging gait; dress, grey morning coat suit. A German; late of Sandringham Road, Hackney, and Foster Lane, E. C. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Stark, 26 Old Jewry, E. C. PERSON IN CUSTODY. LINCOLNSHIRE. 100 — Boston ( Coun y Committed for trial at Boston Quarter Sessions for larceny — FRED SHAW, alias FREDERICK HENRY HUGHES, age 50, height 5 ft. 3f in., complexion fresh, hair brown, bald on top, eyes blue, scar on bridge of nose. A tramping painter; native of Colchester. Information to Supt. Costar, Boston. DURHAM. 97.— Gateshead ( Borough).— For failing to notify his place of residence— Licence- holder ALFRED BERT CURRIE, alias SPEARS, LOCKHART, PATTERSON, MUNRO, & c., Office No. 2037- 99, age 43, height 5 ft. 5 in., com- plexion fresh, hair ( bald on top) dark brown, eyes grey, right elbow has been fractured, bird tattooed back of right forearm, scar inside right wrist, left wrist has been broken, scar left wrist. A grocer; native of Newcastle. Sentenced to 3 years penal servitude and remanet of former sentence at New- castle Quarter Sessions, lst July, 1904, for shop- breaking. License expires 30th March, 1908. Has also been convicted at Limerick, Cork, Belfast, Ulster Assizes, Dublin, Sunderland, Greenock, Glasgow, and Edinburgh. He left Gateshead 29th ult., having notified his intention of going to Glas- gow, sailed from Newcastle in the Leith boat on same date, but has not reported himself to the Glasgow Police. To be dealt with where found. Information to the Chief Constable, Gateshead. LANCASHIRE. 9^.— Rawtenstall ( County)— For failing to report— Licence- holder THOMAS BARNES, Office No. 2993- 96, age 61, height 5 ft, 3^ in., com plexion swarthy, hair light brown, eyes blue, scar on bridge and left side of nose and on upper lip, lst left finger has been crushed. A factory hand ; native of Haslingden. Sentenced at Salford Hund- red Sessions, 7th December, 1896, to 7 years penal servitude for housebreaking. Liberated on 2nd license 11th inst., which expires 22nd December next. Y F N W 752. To be dealt with where found. Information to Supt. Jump, Rawtenstall. SURREY. 99.— Guildford ( Borough).— For perjury, 18th March last— JOHN HARTNETT, age about 40, height 5 ft. 10 or 11 in., complexion fresh, hair dark, turning grey, clean shaved, eyes brown, prominent nose, rather extended nostrils, large mouth, high forehead, smart appearance; dress, dark mixture suit, hard felt hat. An Irishman. He has been in the employ of a horse dealer, and has a thorough knowledge of horses, is very smart dressing them for sales, & c., and speaks well on the subject. May seek similar employment or en- deavour to leave the country. Absconded 24th inst. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Borough Police, Guildford. MISSING. 101.— Since 12tli inst.— DOROTHY" FRANCES CECILIA THACKERAY, age 16 years and 10 months ( looks older), height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., com- plexion fair, hair light brown, eyes grey, one front upper tooth slightly decayed, subject to epileptic fits ; dress, heliotrope silk blouse, tartan plaid skirt, white silk jacket, large pink straw hat trimmed pink roses and ribbon, strap shoes. A native of Edgware, Middlesex. May be found at first- class hotel or boarding house.— Accompanied by two men ( lst, age 30, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., clean shaved. 2nd, age 35, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., mous- tache ( curled at ends) dark. Both of military appearance. 102.— Since 21st inst., from Battersea, London - PATRICK CLEMENTS, age 21, height 6 ft., complexion pale, hair light brown, eyes blue, clean shaved, very large mouth, long thin legs, well edu cated ; dress, grey suit, overcoat and cap, carried a walking stick and brown kit bag. May endeavour to seek employment as a labourer, or work his passage to Canada. Suffering from religious mania, very desponding. Information to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. List of Licence Holders, Supervisees, Exoirees, who have been re- apprehended, for the week ending May 25th, 1907, with the results, etc. Divisions concerned. Office No. NAME. Sentence. Ditc and Pla^ e. Fresh Offence with which charged. Re- convicted in Name o£ Name and Division of Officer. H. 292— 02 BATTEN, CHARLES 7 years p. s. and 3 26th May, Middlesex Sess. Burglary Same Name Inrp. Neil, C. I. D., Y; also P. S. Brog- BEER, HENRY years supn. den. C. I. D., H. M. 872- 98 L2 months h. l. 21st May, Woolwich P. Cc. P. of C. Act HENRY BEARD P. S. Hancock, C. I. D., R ; also P. C. Greenwood, 325 T. J. N, V. 3462 — 00 COATES, SAMUEL 10 months b. l. 25th May, Middlesex Sess. Larceny ( goods ex- SIDNEY COATES P.( J. Little, 390N, and P. C. Dobson. posed) f 9NR. T. 1764— 00 COLE, FRANK 5 years p. s. and 2 25th May, Middlesex Sess. Cycle stealing FREDERICK MAIT- P. C. Abbott, 110S : also P. C. Marks. years supn. LAN D 138S. N, Y. 3271- 01 CREWE, BERTIE 12 months h. l. 23rd May, Tottenham P. Failing to report Same Name P. S. Davis. C. I. D., N: also P. S. Sey- Sess. mour, C. I. D., S. G. 2715— 00 FELIX, GEORGE 1 year h. l. 22nd May, Guildhall P. Ct. P. of C. Act CHARLES PLUME P. C. Hart, 369E. T, X. 2186— 99 HARMER, RICHARD Bound over 25th May, Middlesex Sess. Larceny ( goods ex- Same Name P. C. Tooth, 3;: 4X ; also P. S. Davis,. posed ) C. I. D., N. H, K, U17— 04 HISCOCK, FREDERICK 7 days ( 2nd divi; ion) 13th Mav, Mansion House Embezzlement FREDERICK P. Ct, HISCOCKS H. 3161— 98 THOMPSON, EDWARD 12 months h. l. 25th May, Stratford P. Sess. P. of C. Act EDWARD JOHNSON P. S. Phipp, O. I. D, N; also P. S. Brown, 21K. R. 3046- 02 WILKINSON, GEORGE 1 month h. l. 22nd May, Woolwich P. Ct. Refractory pauper Same Name P. C Alden, 785R ; also P. S. 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