POLICE GAZETTE PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 1907. VOL. XXIV., No. 2490. 1. All communications for insertion in the POLICE GAZETTE, and all communi- cations relating to them, should be addressed to THB EDITOR OF THE POLICE GAZETTE, NEW SCOTLAND YARD, LONDON, S. W. 2. Particulars concerning persons whose apprehension is sought will be inserted in one issue of the POLICE GAZETTE, if they are sufficient to enable action to be taken upon them by another force. 8. Particulars as to stolen property will be likewise inserted in one issue, if sufficient to enable the article in question to be thereby identified. 4. In all cases where a reward is offered, the name and address of some person responsible for the payment must be given, and the exact conditions must be clearly stated. B. Portraits cf persons whose apprehension is sought for serious offences, and engravings of stolen property, will be inserted at a cost of 7s. per portrait, and of 5s. per photograph or sketch of a stolen article, unless the article is large or unusually intricate, when the engraver's charge will range from 5s. to 10s. A remittance of 5s. should be made in the first instance for cost of engraving sketches. 8. Every announcement, if for the apprehension of a person, must be guaranteed by the signature of an officer of not less rank than Superintendent; and if the name of such person is required to be inserted and no warrant is in force against him, the requisition must be signed by the chief officer of police, or his immediate deputy, of the county, city, or borough, as the case may be. 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 are alphabetically arranged by counties. 9. The force which causes particulars concerning delinquents or stolen property to be inserted in the POLICE GAZETTE, must, on their apprehension » r recovery, at once transmit to the Editor notice of the fact, referring to the number of the announcement, for insertion in the next issue. 10. In all cases the officer signing the request for the insertion of any annotmke- 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 paper only; they must be in the usual form, and accompanied by a covering letter 12 All payments must be in advance, either at the office, New Scotland Yard, by Postal Order, or by Post Office Order, payable at Parliament Street Post Olfice. 13. The Space being limited, announcements concerning " Missing persons" are only accepted on payment, but insertion in the next or any subsequent issue cannot be guaranteed. The charge for such insertion ( if accepted) will be given on application. THE EDITOR, New Sootland Yard, London, S. W. SPECIAL NOTICE. FINGER PRINTS. UNDER the existing arrangements the finger impressions will be taken, and recorded at the Finger Print Department, Convict Supervision Office, New Scotland Yard, of all persons convicted M follows: — ( a) All persons coming within Section 5, 7, or 8 of the Prevention of Crimes Act, 1871. ( b) All persons, at Assizes or Quarter Sessions, sentenced to not less than one month's im- prisonment, without option of a fine, for any of the offences shown below. ( c) All persons, at Petty Sessional, Police, or Stipendary Magistrate's Court, sentenced to more than one month's imprisonment, with- out option of a fine, for any of the following offences: — Aliens ( Sec. 3 Aliens Act of 1905). Arson. Assaults with intent to rob Attempted burglary. Attempted larceny. Attempts to break into churches, houeei, • hops, warehouses, & c. Attempts to obtain good* and money by t false pretences. Bankruptcy offences. Being found on enclosed premise*. Breaking into churches, house*, shops, warehouses, & c. Burglary. Cattle stealing. Coining. Conspiracies of all description*. Embezzlement. Entering with intent to ooaunit a felony. Extortion by threats. Felonious wounding. Forgery. Fraud. Frequenting. Warehousebreaking. Horse stealing. Housebreaking. Importuning male persons to commit un- natural offences ( Vagrancy Act, 1898, Sec. 1, par. b). Indecent assault on female. Larceny. Mental degenerates. Obtaining goods and money by false pre- tences. Possessing housebreaking tool*. Procuration of women and girls. Prostitution, living on proceed! of ( Vagrancy Act, 1898, Sec. 1, par. a). Receiving. Robbery. Sacrilege. Sheep stealing. Shopbreaking. Suspected person. Unlawful possession. Uttering counterfeit coin. Warehousebreaking. But all offenders of the first Division, and such of the second Division as have never been pre- viously convicted, are exempted from this order. In order to avoid the retention of useless records in the Finger Print Department, the Registrar of Habitual Criminals would be glad if the Chief Constables of Counties, Cities, and Boroughs, will, in future, notify the death of any criminal who has been finger- printed. The notification should contain the full nama and aliases, particulars of conviction, or con- victions if possible, also the No. published in the list of Habitual Criminals. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 1— Criminal Investigation De- partment.— For forging and uttering bills of exchange in Copenhagen, and obtaining a con- siderable amount of money which is said to be now in his possession— WILHELM HANSEN, age 28, medium height, slight build, broad forehead, lower part of face small, hair thin, dark, speaks good English and some German. A native of Copen- hagen, which place he left on 22nd ult. for Eng- land, in order^ to emigrate. Extradition warrant issued. 2.— Convict Supervision Office.— Licence- holder SIDNEY SMITH, Office No. 274- 99, Tabular Form, lst inst., not now wanted. 3.— D Division.— For obtaining £ 180. 4th ult., by false pretences— THEODORE BACH, age 21 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 7 in., square shoulders ( inclined to be round), complexion dark, long face, hair dark, clean shaved, eyes brown; well dressed in dark clothes, generally wears a silk hat. A native of Germany. Speaks English and French. Warrant issued. 4.— E Division.— For obtaining, by false pretences, 2nd August last, 2 sets of drawing instruments ( 1 in leather case, 1 in oak case), maker, " Stanley, Great Turnstile, London," thereon— JAMES DUNCAN, age 35, ne. ght 5 ft. 10 or 11 in., complexion, hair, and moustache dark, rather small face, wears glasses, Scotch accent; dreas, navy blue suit. Late of 69 Albion Street, Leeds, and 16 East Parade, Harrogate. ( See Case No. 1, 11th ult.) Warrant issued. 5.— P Division.— For fraudulent conver- sion of £ 343 5s.— ARTHUR MARTIN NEW- COMBE, age 40 to 42, height 5 ft. 7 in., com- plexion fresh, hair ( bald on top), thick beard, and moustache light, eyes blue, pleasant manner, slightlv splay feet, bustling gait; dress, usually grey jacket suit, brown boots and leggings. AH auctioneer. Warrant issued. 6.— X Division.— For embezzling £ 7— BARNET ROSENTHAL ROSENSTEIN or ROSS, age 21, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair black; dress, dark brown jacket suit and cap, blue tie, brown boots. A butcher's assistant; native of Manchester. Warrant issued. Information to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. CITY OF LONDON. 7.— For obtaining 2 stamps, value 17s. 6d., by false pretences— FREDERICK WILLIAM LOX- TON, Office No. S 29011, age 37, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair, moustache, and eyes brown, thin face; dress, black overcoat, dark grey cashmere trousers, black hard felt hat. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. 8.— For conspiracy to defraud— T HOMAS FISHER, alias JONES and MAWBEY, Office No. S 62141, age 33, height 5 ft. 5| in., slight build, complexion fresh, hair light " brown, eyes grey, sickly appearance, active in his movements; dreas, dark jacket suit, bowler hat. A tailor; native of London. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Supt. Stark, 26 Old Jewry, E. C. BEDFORDSHIRE. 9.— Bedford ( Borough).— For forging and uttering a cheque for £ 15 15s., 28th ult.— W. HEFFORD, age 30, height about 5 ft. 7 in., slight build, complexion pale, hair dark, clean shaved; dress, blue serge jacket suit, dark over THE POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 438, 1907. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued)— coat, believed velvet collar, silk hat, lace boots, carried a small new brown kit bag. He took a room at a hotel, and presented a card with " Hefiord & Shuttlewocd, Ltd., Laundry Engi- neers, Harvey Lane, Leicester," thereon, the following morning he asked for his bill and ten- dered a cheque for the above amount, drawn on the Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Company, Ltd., 31 Lombard Street, London, by H. W. Fraser, in favour of W. Hertford, Esq., dated 22nd October, 1907. Believed to be identical with Eli Shuttlewood, a former partner in the above firm ( now dissolved). Has recently been on the Con- tinent, and may endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Bedford. BERKSHIRE. 10.— Wokingham ( County).— For obtain- ing a horse, gig, and harness by false pretences— — SAUNDERS, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion fresh, red face, hair and thick moustache dark brown; dress, grey striped suit, black bowler hat. Supposed a native of Tooting. He attends markets and sells butter- scotch. Ac- companied bv a woman. Stays at public houses. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Goddard, Wokingham. BUCKING HA MS Hi RE. 11— Fenny Stratford ( County).— For stealing ( bailee) £ 1, 25th ult.— A MAN, age about 25, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion sallow, thin face, hair black, moustache ( small) dark; dress, dark jacket and vest, dark grey trousers and cap, striped tie, 1 boot and 1 shoe. He represented himself as a canvasser for photographic enlarge- ments, received the above amount, and absconded under the pretext of getting change. Information to Supt. Lait, Fenny Stratford. CAMBRIDGESHIRE. 12.— Cambridge ( Borough).— For stealing silk from several shops, 16th ult.— A WOMAN, who gave the names of ALLEN, ADAMS, and LISTER, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 1 or 2 in., stout build, complexion fresh, hair brown; dress, dark grey three- quarter length jacket, black skirt, black sailor hat. ( Supposed identical with Mary Ann King, alias Giles, Jones, & c., Office No. 2443- 01.) 13.— Cambridge ( Borough).— For stealing 3rd ult., a vest ( recovered)— WILLIAM SMITH, alios ANDERSON, age about 24, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., stout build, complexion fresh, clean shaved; dress, dark blue jacket, brown vest and trousers, light cap, lace boots. Has been employed1 by a roundabout proprietor. Is said to belong to Strat- ford, Essex. Information to the Chief Constable, Cambridge. CHESHIRE. 14.— Birkenhead ( County).— For obtain- ing £ 1 10s. 3d. by false pretences at Whitby, 12th ult.— JAMES THRELFALL, alias SMITH, age 36 to 38, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair dark, moustache dark brown; dress, grey plaid suit, hard felt hat, silk muffler, generally wears blue overalls, may be wearing a brown overcoat. A labourer. Stated he had served 18 years in the West Yorkshire Regiment. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Sutherland, Birkenhead. 15.— Hazel Grove County .— For stea1- ing from his lodgings, 4th inst., at Bredbury, a black leather portmanteau; 1 pair brown leather leggings; 2 9 ct. gold rings ( 1 plain; 1 chased), repaired unevenly; 1 gun metal watch, white dial, black pointers— A MAN, age 21, height 5 ft. 3 in., slight build, complexion fresh, hair light brown, clean shaved, eyes brown, prominent and defective upper teeth, speaks with strong London accent; dress, dark jacket and vest ( white stripe), blue trousers tight fitting ( supposed Army Service Corps, stripe removed), light cap, large peak, red and black bow tie, brown lace boots, twice cut over toes, and the stolen leggings. A railway goods porter; supposed a native of London. Stated he has been in the Army Service Corps, from which he was recently discharged. Information to Supt. McHale, Hazel Grove. DENBIGHSHIRE. 16.— Denbigh ( County^.— For ofificebrpak- ing, 22nd ult.. and stealing a bicycle ( recovered)— DAVID OWENS, a Welshman, age 21, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, slight moustache dark, may now be clean shaved, eyes hazel, dots web of both hands; dtess, blue sertre reefer jacket and vest, cord trousers, dark cap, lace boots. A labourer, but served his apprenticeship as a mason. He served in the Royal Welsh Fusiliers from September, 1904, to February, 1905, and may re- enlist. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Jones, Denbigh. DERBYSHIRE. 17.— Chesterfield ( Borough).— For obtaining 17s. 6d., by false pretences 12th Septem- ber last— CHARLES NORRIS, age 35 to 37, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., stout build, complexion fresh, hair ( slightly bald) dark, moustache dark brown, eyes dark ( right missing), may be wearing shade; generally wears shabby clothes, hard hat. A native of Manchester. He was employed by the Great Central Railway Co. as a canvasser for their Guide and Gazetetr, his agreement ter- minated in March last, but still calls on trades- men and obtains money. Has visited many towns in the Midland Counties. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Chester- field. 1Chesterfield ( Borough).— F RED NIUHOLLS, alias Htii. LIWELL, Case No. 6, lst inst., not now wanted, property recovered. 19.— Derby ( Borouoh,).— For uttering a forged cheque, drawn by H. W. Fraser, on Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Corporation, Lombard Street, London, No. C 559190; and obtaining £ 15 15s.— W. HEFFORD ( supposed false), age about 30, height about 5 ft. 9 in., complexion dark ruddy, clean shaved, of good address and smart appearance; wearing frock coat, silk hat. Represented himself as a commercial traveller. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Derby. DORSETSHIRE. 20. — Beaminster ( County • .— For embezzl- ing £ 5 4s. 2d.— GEORGE NUGENT COT- TERELL, age 38 to 40, height about 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fredJi, hair brown, eyes ( piercing) large, stammers slightly, suffers with asthma; dress, light brown tweed Norfolk jacket, black and white check breeches, light cap, black gaiters. Supposed a native of Hereford. Absconded 9th ult. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Brooks, Beaminster. 21. — Bland ford ( County). — On commit- ment warrants for assault on Police and breach of the Poaching Prevention Act— FREDERICK MOORE, age 37, height 5 ft. 5£ in., good build, complexion fresh, full round face, hair brown, slight moustache light, eyes blue, mole right shoulder, erect bearing; dress, old brown over- coat, dark jacket, cord trousers, muffler, cap. A notorious poacher; native of Blandford. Pre- viously convicted at Salisbury, Wimborne, Bland- ford, and Dorchester ( 25 convictions). Absconded 14th ult. Information to Supt. Elford, Blandford. DURHAM. 22.— Durham ( City).— For obtaining £ 25 and £ 20 by bogus telegrams, 30th ult.— — GRIEVSON, age about 26, height about 5 ft. 7 in., complexion dark sallow, long thin features, clean shaved, large mouth and nose, of Jewish appearance; dress, navy blue or dark suit, dark overcoat, black felt hat. HULME, age about 26, height about 5 ft. 3 in., complexion ruddy, round face; dress, dark suit and overcoat, black felt hat. Appearance of commercial travellers. They engaged a room at a hotel, 30th ult., then dispatched telegrams, one to a firm at Belfast, one to a firm at Hanley, purporting to be from their representatives, urgently requesting the above amounts to be wired to them, which was done, and on receipt of the orders they cashed' same at the General Post Office, and absconded. ( See Case No. 94, 30th August last.) Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Durham. 23.— Hartlepool ( Borough),— For stealing an umbrella ( recovered) and a cap; also for ob- taining lodgings by false pretences— L. H SVENDSEN, alias MARTIN, age about 35, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion swarthy, long thin face, slightly blotched, high cheek bonas, hair and slight moustache dark, may now be clean shaved, one tooth left side of upper jaw missing; dress, dark brown suit, light grey cap, overcoat, strong lace boots, thick brown kid gloves, carried a small brown hand bag, initials " M. N. E." on front. Represented himself as a traveller for a firm of cattle spice manufacturers. Information to the Chief Constable, Hartlepool. ESSEX. 24.— Brentwood ( County).— For stealing ( bailee) £ 1— CHARLES CLARK, age 23, height 5 ft, 4 in., complexion fresh, full face, hair and eyes dark, large head; dress, blue serge jacket ( patched in middle of back) and vest, tweed trousers, cap, lace boots. A baker; native of Goodmayes. A football enthusiast. Absconded 31st ult. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Marden, Brentwood. 2f>.— Southend- on- Sea ( County).— For stealing ( bailee), 24th ult., 35 yards Madras muslin; 6 pairs of curtains; 6 rugs; 2 table covers; 1 Gladstone bag— HILDA MITCHELL, age 35, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair auburn, eyes grey, front upper teeth artificial ( 1 missing) ; dtess, grey or blue costume, black straw hat with feathers. Accompanied by her husband; also 2 boys, ages 8 and 9; and a girl, age 3 years. Warrant issued. 26.— Southend' on - Sea ( County<.— For embezzling £ 100, June last— CHARLES COBBLES, age 30, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., com- plexion dark, hair dark brown, eyes brown, clean shaved; wearing breeches, gaiters, and cap. A native of Suffolk. Last seen at Purfleet, Essex, during last week, hawking rabbits from a pony and cart. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Pryke, Southend- on- Sea. GLAMORGANSHIRE. 27.— Cardiff ( City).— For embezzlement — W. J. ALLEN, age 24, height 5 ft. 10 in., slight build, oomplexion sallow, hair dark, small moustache black, eyes grey, disfigurement of right hand, an inveterate cigarette smoker; dress, dark grey suit, black bowler hat. Frequents billiard rooms. A commission agent. He was employed by a firm of Window Ticket Publishers. Ab- sconded 1 lt- h ult. Warrant issued. Information to the Head Constable, Cardiff. GLOUCES TERSHiRE. 28.— Bristol ( City).— For stealing, 17th ult., a motor car ( recovered)— LEONARD BURGESS, age 17 ( looks older), height about 5 ft. 7 in., slight build, complexion pale, hair dark, mole under oue eye, fresh cut top of head, stoops; dress, dark brown coat and vest, greyish plaid tight fitting trousers, light cap, carried a dark grey overcoat and brown leather handbag. May seek employ- ment at motor garages. Warrant issued. 29.— Bristol ( City).— For stealing £ 8, 2nd ult.— MARKS PATKIN, a Russian Jew, age 17, height about 5 ft. 5 in., complexion dark, slightly freckled face, hair black, curled on, forehead; dress, dark suit, light cap. Speaks broke ® English, and' stated he was a locksmith. Ab- sconded 3rd ult. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the Unit. ed Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, Bristol. HAMPSHIRE. 30. — Aldershot ( County). — For stealing, 30th ult., a dark grey tweed suit, double- breasted jacket with very deep collar; 1 silver cigarette case, plain, makers Goldsmith & Company; 2 silver match boxes, " H. W. W." on one; and £ 4 15s. 6d. — THOMAS HENRY PRESTON, age 25, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, scar left buttock. An absentee from the lst York- shire Regiment. Information to Supt. Hawkins, Aldershot. 31.— Fare ham ( County).— For stealing various articles of furniture and1 bed linen ( partly recovered)— WILLIAM HANDEL, age 27, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fair, hair dark brown, moustache ( slight) dark; dress, navy blue saiit, old black . and white cap, army boots— BETTY HANDEL, age 24, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., complexion ( blotchy) fair, hair brown, eyes crossed; dress, grey coat, white blouse, navy blue skirt, red petticoat, brown felt hat, trimmed feathers ( representing a bird), may be wearing a light brown mackintosh. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Carman, Fareham. 32.— RimtfWOed ( County).— For stealing 24th August last, at Mudeford, a boat ( recovered) — ERNEST FROST, age 29. height 5 ft. 1 or 2 in., complexion dark, hair dark brown, small mous- tache dark, eyes supposed blue, tattooed on one arm; dress, blue suit, peak cap. A fisherman; native of Christchurch, Hants. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Mayes, Ringwood. FRIDAY, O C T O B E R 8, 1907. T H E POLICE GAZETTE. 3 PORTRAITS OF PERSONS WANTED. " JA YRSHSRE. sZZ.— Kt/ mairttOGk ( County).— For house- breaking, 24th September last— JAMES SEMPLE, S. C. R, 737- 92, age 32, height 5 ft. 7 in, complexion sallow, hair dark brown, clean shaved, eyes grey, scar back of right hand, left little finger crooked, 3 moles on back, scar right foot, right eye artificial; dress, dark suit and cap, blue muffler with white spots. A labourer or hammerman ; native of Kilmarnock. He failed to surrender to his bail, 29th uffc. Has served in the Army. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, Ayr. LEtGES TERSHIRE. £ 5 REWARD. Bl— Lutterworth ( County).— For obtain- ing by false pretences, 8th ult., at Ullesthorpe, 6 bullocks ( recovered)— HARRY CARVELL, age 28, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in, slight build, com- plexion pale, hair dark brown, moustache ( slight) dark, eyes brown, of consumptive appearance; dress, dark pepper and salt colour mixture jacket suit. A painter; native of London. Has also been employed as a clerk. Is believed to have with him his two sons— Sidne}', age 7 years, and Sonny, age 4 years. The above photograph was taken about 5 years ago. Warrant issued. The above reward will be paid by the Chief Constable of Leicestershire, to any person giving such information as will lead to the arrest of Carvell. Information to Supt. Childs, Lutterworth. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued)— HAMPSHIRE. 35.— Woolston [ County).— For obtaining Is. by false pretences, 28th ult.— JOHN DYER, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in, square shoulders, drooping moustache light, very deaf. Has served in the Royal Garrison Artillery and Cameron Highlanders. He calls upon persons con- nected with the Soldiers' Aid Society, and obtains assistance by representing that he has been recom- mended by a local minister or other person. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Davis, Woolston. KENT. 36.—& ears t_ es! ( County).— For stealing from East Farleigh, 22nd ult, a pair of Goertz prismatic field glasses, black leather, red satin lined case, containing 3 briar pipes ( 1 with amber, 1 buckshorn, and 1 vulcanite mouthpiece)— Licence- holder JOSEPH BASSETT, alias WALTERS, FOSKETT, FOSTER, HARRIS, & c. Office No. 3352- 02 ( WEEKLY CONVICT LIST, 1907, page 299), age 32, height 5 ft. 7f in, complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes grey, scar each eye- brow, under right eye, centre of lower lip, and 2 on forehead; dress, dark suit, black bowler hat, brown boots, almost yellow. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Maidstone. LANCASHIRE. 37.— Bury ( County).— For stealing ( bailee), lsb inst, a free wheel bicycle, back pedalling brake, " I. Hindle, cycle maker, 12 Rochdale Rd, Bury," on head tube and down tube from saddle, New Departure hub back wheel, Clincher Atlas tyres, plated rims, Brompton front rim brake, Blue- mell celluloid mudguards— A MAN, who gave the name of GEORGE NOBLETT, age 25 to 27, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in, hair dark, clean shaved, eyes small; dress, pepper and salt coloured over- coat, blue serge suit, cap. Stated he was a clerk on the railway, transferred to Bury Station. He stayed at a Temperance Hotel in Bury the night before he obtained the bicycle, and gave the name of McDonald, and said he was a jewellery auctioneer; at another shop, where he attempted to obtain a bicycle, he stated he was an insurance agent. He appears somewhat identical with Cases Nos. 21, 27th September, 1907; 44, 18th; and 23, 25th ult. It has since been ascertained that he stayed at Hyde, lst inst. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Noblett, Bury. 3 S.— Skerlon ( County\— For stealing ( bailee) a bicycle AUSTIN, age 25 to 30, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in, complexion fresh, hair and moustache black, upper teeth decayed, slight cast in one eye, impediment in speech; dress, dark navy blue suit, light tartan tie with cameo pin, dark cap, boots with square toes, silver watch and chain, medal attached. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Barnett, Skerton. 39.— Southport ( Bur> ugh),— For stealing ( lodgings), 24th ult, a lady's gold English lever watoh, key wind, " No. 5781," and " 10203 " scratched near keyhole, open face, gold coloured dial, steel hands; 1 lady's 18 ct. gold English lever watch, key wind, engraved back, gold coloured dial; 1 long gold cable pattern guard, broken in several places, tied with cotton; 1 gold curb bracelet, gold heart pendant attached— — MITCHELL, age about 30, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in, slight build, complexion fair, hair dark, mous- tache light; dress, navy blue suit ( trousers newly pressed), black hard felt hat, lace boots. Stated he came from Manchester, and had obtained a situation with a local auctioneer. Left behind a large leather trunk, containing a box of soil. 40.— Southport ( Borough).- For ste. li'g ( lodgings) 2 ladies' small black leather purses; and £ 20, 22nd ult.— LEONARD D. BATES, age about 18, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in, strong build, complexion fresh, hair brown, clean shaved, eyes blue; dress, dark grey striped suit, dark greenish overcoat, black cap, lace boots, usually wears knickers. A good pianist. Stated he was a native of Birmingham. He has been employed as a hair- dresser's assistant. Supposed to have been on a training- ship, and has expressed a desire to go to Canada. Information to the Chief Constable, Southport. LINCOLNSHIRE. 41.— Slsaford ( County^.— For ste; dinc fr> ra his lodgings, 29th ult, £ 1 10s, in a white metal money case, which also contained a 5 Pfennig piece and a small bronze coin, with hole therein— A MAN, age about 20, height about 5 ft. 7 in, complexion pale, long face, hair brown, clean shaved; wearing blue Melton overcoat, dark cap. He stated he was a runner, boxer, had worked in a coal pit, and that he served as a drummer- boy during the South African War. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Edgley, Sleaford. 42.— Spalding ( County).— For failing to report— Licence- holder FREDERICK ROBIN- SON, alias GORDON, Office No. 885- 99, age 41, height 5 ft. 4 in, complexion fresh, hair ( turning grey) brown, eyes hazel- grey, ring 3rd right and 4th left fingers, ring and dot 3rd, and cross 2nd left fingers, line across left wrist. A fireman; born at Quetta, India. Sentenced at Northamp- ton Borough Quarter Sessions, 23rd October, 1903, to 5 years penal servitude and 2 years supervision for obtaining goods by false pretences. Licenced 24th July, 1907. P d 282. To be dealt with where found. Information to Supt. Osborn, Spalding. LINLITHGO WSHIRE. 43. — Linlithgow ( County). — For fraud ( photographic, 2 cases), and obtaining money by ; alse pretences— JOHN MAGARRY, age about 40, height 5 ft. 10 in, complexion, hair, and moustache dark, Scotch accent, of military ap- pearance; dress, blue suit. A fine art publisher. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Linlithgow. NOR THA MPTONSHIRE. 41.— Northampton ( Borough).— For steal- ing £ 4 8s. Id, 21st ult.— RAYMOND LOVELL, age 15, height 5 ft. in, complexion fresh, hair and eyes brown, scar on right wrist; dress, dark grey jacket and vest, red ink stain down front of each, light grey trousers, straw hat. A native of Loughborough. Absconded 21st ult. May en- deavour to obtain employment on board ship with a view to proceeding to the United States. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Northamp- ton. NOR THUMBERLA NO. 45.. — Hexham ( County). — For obtaining food and lodgings, to the amount of £ 10 10s, between 18th July and 7th August, 1907, by false pretences— R. WALTON HORNSBY, age 40, height 5 ft. 10 in, complexion fresh, hair ( slightly o^ rev) very light, moustache ginger; dress, navy blue serge suit, wearing a watch with heavy gold curb albert attached. A native of Nenthead, Cumberland. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Morpeth, or the Deputy Chief Constable, Hexham. OXFORDSHIRE. 46 — Oxford ( City).— For obtaining £ 100 by false pretences, 10th September, 1907— WILLIAM SCOBELL EVANS, age 68, height about 5 ft. 6 in, weight about 14 stones, complexion fresh, long features, hair ( bald on top) dark brown, tuft in front which he brushes back, clean shaved, eyes supposed blue, growth about the size of a walnut under right side of jaw, stoops silghtly; dress, dark blue suit, dark blue rough overcoat, black tie, black bowler hat. Late of Newbury, Berks. He was employed as secretary to a Local Building Society. Absconded 25th ult. Warrant issued. 47.— Oxford ( City).— For stealing, 2nd inst, a shoemaker's hammer; 1 pair of cutters; 1 pair of pincers, piece broken off end; 1 edge knife; 1 rasp; and several other tools— WILL , age about 28, height 6 ft, hair ( inclined to curly) and slight moustache dark; dress, dark coat and vest, light trousers, cap, and muffler. A tramping boot repairer. Stated he served in the South African war, and that he came from Stafford. Fond of talking of boxing and wrestling. May be accom- panied by two men ( lst, age 27, height 5 ft. 7| in, complexion pale, hair dark brown, clean shaved, gruff voice; dress, dark grey tweed jacket, black vest and trousers, blue collar, grey and white check bow tie, broad plaid cap. 2nd, age 26, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in, complexion sandy, liair light, clean shaved; dress, black or dark suit, light cap, lace boots). Both have recently been hawking flowers. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Oxford. SHROPSHIRE. 48.— Bridgnorth ( County).— For obtain- ing £ 3 by false pretences, 25th ult.— A MAN, who gave the name of WILLIAM BISHOP, age 60 to, 65, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in, complexion fresh, hair, beard, and moustache ( long) grey, peculiar eyes ( supposed crossed); dress, three- quarter length fawn ooloured overcoat, light cord trousers, hard felt hat, strong lace boots. Ap- pearance of a small farmer. He oalls on auctioneers and states that his wife is dead, and 4 THE POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 1907. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued )- he wishes to have a sale of his effects, sometimes produces a recommendation, and a list of his effects, and asks for a loan, as he is in poor cir- cumstances. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Walters, Bridgnorth. 49.— Oswestry ( County).— Vor stealing a riding saddle ( recovered)— EDWIN BOWYER, alias DORRICOTT, age 25, height 5 ft. 5 in., stiff build', complexion fresh, full face, hair and eyes brown, addicted to drink; dress, black jacket, 4 outside pockets ( overstitched), rather short cord breeches, buckskin strappings, light grey cap, red lining, light mackintosh, velvet collar, old dark red silk muffler, black leather leggings ( buttoned). In possession of a pair of imping machines, with 2 teeth missing in lower blade on right side, 1 pair trimming scissors, which he borowed, and may probably endeavour to sell. He generally obtains employment at gentleman's houses, public houses, horse dealers, farm houses, and fairs, and after serving a short period, he commits a larceny and absconds, usually taking clipping machines; he has been several times con- victed of similar offences. Frequents low public houses. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hamlet, Oswestry. 50.— Wellington ( County). — For travel- ling on the Great Western Railway without paying their fares, with intent to defraud, 21st August last— CHARLES McKENZIE, alias WOOD, age about 29, height 5 ft. 7 in., hair and moustache dark.— THOMAS JONES, age about 32, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fair, hair light, moustache sandy. They are pedlars, and frequent fairs and markets, sell brushes, toys, flowers, & c. Warrants issued. Information to Supt. Fulcher, Wellington. SOMERSETSHIRE. bl.— Yeovil ( County). — For shopbreaking 24th ult., and stealing about 36 22 ct. gold wedding rings; 2 ladies' 18 ct. gold diamond rings; 1 do., set brilliants; 16 or 18 do. 9 ct. dress rings; 22 do. 9 and 18 ct. keeper rings; 1 pair 18 ct. gold links; 2 George 5s. pieces; 3 or 4 Frenoh silver coins; 1 pair small silver fancy sugar tongs; 2 ladies' gold Mizpah rings ( 1 new); 1 lady's 9 ct. gold bracelet; 2 ladies' 9 ct. gold chains, curb pattern; 1 lady's plain gold chain; 2 9 ct. curb albert chains; 1 9 ct. gold link chain; 1 do., second- hand, with long links; 2 silver curb chains, hall stamped; 1 lady's 9 ct. gold watch, white dial; 1 do. with gold dial; 2 or 3 ladies' silver watches; 1 18 ct. gold lever with gold face; 18 to 20 silver watches, second- hand; 6 or 7 ladies' silver watches, second- hand; 1 pair 18 ct. gold links, plain pattern TWO MEN ( lst, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion, hair, and long curly mous- tache dark; dress, dark overcoat, black sailor knot tie, black bowler hat. 2nd, age 35, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fair, hair and mous- tache light; wearing dark grey or drab colour overcoat and cap). Appearance of mechanics. Information to Supt. Rutherford, Yeovil. SUSSEX ( East). 55.— Hastings ( Borough).— For embezzle- ment— BERT MAYO, age about 20, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., complexion dark, hair dark brown, a number of white spots on one side of face, walks on his heels; dress, pepper and salt colour jacket suit, brown cap, red, white, and blue tie, nailed boots. A butcher's assistant; native of Tunbridge Wells. Warrant issued. oti.— Hasiitigs ( Borough). — For st aling a mare and foal, and obtaining goods by false pre- tences ( all recovered)— SAMUEL STANDEN, age about 55, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., square build, rather round shoulders, complexion pale, hair turning grey, clean shaved, eyebrows very light, eyes grey; dress, dark worsted suit with fine white stripes, " H. W. Pagden & Sons, Burwash," on trousers buttons, fawn colour mackintosh coat, black bowler hat, heavy lace boots. A low horse dealer; well known at the Elephant & Castle, Ward's, and Barbican Horse Repositories, London ; native of Hastings. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Hastings. STAFFORDSHIRE. 52.— ® urton- on~ T^ ent ( County).— Ft r embezzling £ 24 Is., 19th October last and other dates— BENJAMIN REDMOND, age 40, height about 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache brown, dot tattooed between left thumb and forefinger; dress, brown tweed suit. A native of Bolton. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Moss, Burton- on- Trent. SUFFOLK ( West). 53. — Brandon { bounty).— For embezzle- ment— WILLIAM ERNEST KNIGHTS, age 30, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., slight build, complexion pale, small features, hair ( bald on top) and mous tache dark, bad front teeth, talks slightly through his nose; dress, dark jacket and vest, grey tweed breeches, grey overcoat and cap, brown leggings and boots. A native of Brandon, Warrant issued. Information to Inspector Reeve, Brandon. SURREY. bL— Hers h am ( County).— For stealing, ( bailee), 21st ult., a bicycle ( recovered)— W. F SMALL ( supposed false), age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion sallow, rather full face, hair brown, clean shaved, front upper teeth uneven, when in conversation he has a habit of tapping his teeth with thumb nail; dress, dark suit, black hard felt hat. Represents himself as an American dentist. Had with him a small oblong silver- plated box and artificial teeth. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Marks, Hersham. WA R WIGKSHIRE. bl.- Birmingham V'ity).— For obtaining £ 200 by false presences— JAMES MICHAEL, alias SHAW, age 50, height 5 ft. 9 in., very stout build, weight 18 stones, complexion fresh, full round face, double chin, hair very dark, clean shaved, eyes brown, hooked nose, of Jewish ap- pearance; dress, dark morning suit ( rather tight fitting trousers), bowler hat ( wide brim). A poultry merchant; native of London. Supposed a betting- man, and well- known at pigeon shoot- ing clubs in London. He advertised for a partner in a poultry business, and by producing books with fictitious entries, obtained the money. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, Birming- ham. WO ROES TERSHIRE. 58.— Worcester ( County).— For embezzle- ment— CHARLES WEBBER, age 25, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion ruddy; dress, brown jacket and1 vest, brown cord trousers, light cap, brown lace boots. Supposed a labourer; native of Glas- gow or Edinburgh. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Worcester. 59. — Worcester ( City).— Kor failing to re- port— Licence- holder JAMES WILLIAMS, alias JOHNSON, IIAMBURY, PERKS, & c., Office No. 349- 01, age 36, height 5 ft. 2 in., complexion ruddy, hair red, eyes dark grey, scar each eye- brow, and several back and side of head, end of right thumb amputated. A blacksmith; native of Cradley Heath. Sentenced at Hereford Quarter Sessions, 19th October, 1903, to 5 years penal servitude and 7 years supervision, for housebreak- ing. Licensed 14th September, 1907. Y d 370. To be dealt with where found. Information to the Chief Constable, Worcester. YORKSHIRE ( East Riding) 60.— Hull ( CityV — For failing to report — Licence- holder GEORGE SMITH, alias TAYLOR, Office No. 1670- 07, age 57, height 5 ft. 4f in., com- plexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, scar left eye- brow and on forehead, ring 3rd left finger. A labourer; native of Australia. Sentenced at Hull Quarter Sessions, 9th April, 1902, to 7 years penal servitude for shopbreaking. Licensed 21st Septem- ber, 1907, when he was classified as weak- minded. M V C 191. To be dealt with where found. Information to the Chief Constable, Hull. YORKSHIRE ( Went Riding). 61 .— Leeds ( County).— For stealing £ 1 ; 2-. Id., at Garforth, 1st inst.— W A L T E R WORRALL, age 27, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., com- plexion fresh, hair and eyes brown, blotches on nose, walks erect. A native of Churwell, Leeds. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Knight, Park Street, Leeds. 62.- Pontefract ( County).— For stealing, 29th or 30th ult., at Castleford, a carpet bag, lined red and white canvas, 2 leather straps at- tached, containing 1 awl, 1 slater's knife, 1 slate hammer, 1 line, 1 leather knee pad, and hand board — A MAN, age 45, height 5 ft. 10 in., slight build, complexion fresh, hair and moustache light brown, eyes blue, walks erect, large red scar back right hand, and similar scars on face ( very noticeable); dress, brewn jacket and vest, cord trousers, muffler, light grey cap, blucher boots. A tramping slater. Information to Supt. Hoilis, Pontefract. — Uii'StdfOftM i' ur otcttULiy t^ oatlee) £ 13 12s. 2d.— WALTER EDWARD WRIGHT, age 25, slight build, complexion sallow, long features, hair black, moustacne, eyes brown; dress, navy blue lounge suit, dark mixture overcoat, green mixture cap, lace boots, is suffering from me effects of enteric fever. He belonged to the Royal Garrison Artillery, and is said to be in receipt of a pension. A verger; native of Leeds. Warrant issued. 61.— ssratttord ( Cily).— For blealiijg a led brown, dressing gown, nearly new; 1 blue serge suit, black lining, ordinary pockets, nearly new; 1 pair black box- calf lace boots, size 7, toe caps, new; 1 white ( netting) cricket shirt; 1 box of compasses— — FIN . LAY ( supposed false), age about 23, height 5 ft. 9 or 1U in., complexion fresh, hair liglit, clean shaved, eyes blood- shot, of theatrical appearance; dress, dark check lounge suit, drab overcoat, dark cap, lace boots. He took lodgings, 6th inst., and stated that he had ootne from Ireland, and absconded the following day, leaving behind a gentleman's umbrella, straight handle, " lngliam " frame, 2 silver mounts ( 1 en- graved " Rev. E. G."), and an A. B. C. time table Liverpool). Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Bradford. 65.— utt& tfieid ( City).— hoi stealing £ 19 lis. 6d., from a Tavern, 29th ult.— A WOMAN ( supposed MILLS), age about 42, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion sallow, hair dark brown, large scar ieft temple, large mouth, projecting teeth, of smart appearance; wearing long snuff colour coat, tight fitting, one row of buttons, cream oolour mixture scarf, brown straw hat, trimmed brown silk, fawn colour cotton gloves, wore a wedding ring. Supposed in league with a Man, age about 50, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion dark, short beard and moustache; wearing glasses, a black overcoat, hard hat, carried a brown port- manteau. Warrant issued. 66. — Sheffield ( City) .— For stealing from his lodgings, an improved silver English lever watch, white dial, black numerals, gold pointers, " Improved Lever ' on dial; 2 pairs of razors in cases, white ivory scales, " Worthing" and the trade mark stamped on one pair; 1 blue silk muffler; 1 white silk handkerchief, " R" worked in one corner; 2 ties ( 1 black and white; I grey); and £ 3 8s.— BENJAMIN ARTHUR CAVE, age 37, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, woman, cross flags, shamrock, thistle, and rose tattooed left forearm, scar near base of left thumb, sailor right forearm, lst joint of 2nd right finger missing; dress, brown suit, dark grey check overcoat, light cap, brown boots. A painter; native of Leeds. Has been convicted at Leeds and Hull. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Sheffield. PERSONS IN_ CUSTODY. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 67.— X Division.— Committed for trial at Middlesex Sessions, 23rd inst., for being con- cerned with his wife, Sarah Jane Davies, for ob- taining £ 75 by false pretences — HARRY CLEMENT DAVIES, age 66, height 5 ft. 4£ in., complexion fresh, hair ( turning grey, bald on top) brown, eyes blue; dress, dark tweed suit, brown overcoat, hard felt hat. A native of Harlesden, Middlesex. He represented that he had an action pending in the High Courts of Justice for recovery of money in Chancery, and land held by the Great Western Railway Company. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. DORSETSHIRE. 68. — Beaiminstes* ( County).— Committed for trial at next Quarter Sessions for larceny— WILLIAM SULLIVAN, age 36, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fair, hair brown, eyes blue, harp, shamrock, woman, peacock, rose, and centiped right arm, sailor, Union Jack, woman, mermaid, cross hands left arm. A tramping wire worker; native of Tullamore.— HARRY BRITCHER, alias GEORGE CONWAY, age 29, height 6 ft., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes brown, Highlander tattooed1 right forearm, white ensign left arm. A native of Tenterden, Kent. Supposed wanted elsewhere. Information to Supt. Brooks, Beaminster. KENT. 69. — Tusibridge Wells ( Borough). - Committed for trial at next Assizes, charged with stealing ( bailee) a pony, harness, and carriage ( re- covered)— STEPHEN JOHN VERRALL, alias FRIDAY, O C T O B E R 441, 1 9 0 7 . T H E POLICE GAZETTE. 3 PERSONS IN CUSTODY ( continued)-- JACK VERRALL, age 33, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion sallow, hair brown, eyes blue. A groom; native of Tunbridge Wells. Su;:- posei wanted elsewhere. Information to the Chief Constable, Tunbridge Wells. SHROPSHIRE. 70.— Whitchurch { County).— Committed for trial at Assizes, charged with larceny and false pretences— Licence- holder CHARLES HENRY PHILLIPS, alias DANIEL HENRY KlNSEY, STACKHOUSE, ROBERTS, and MORRIS, Office No. 2906- 02, age 83, height 5 ft. 4 in., com- plexion fresh, hair ( bald on top) grey, eyes blue, scar upner part of forehead and on third and fourth right fingers. Sentenced at Brecon Assizes, 17th November, 1904, to 3 years penal servitude for housebreaking and larceny. Licensed 16th February, 1907. D M Q Z e 289. On supervision on a former sentence to 22nd February, 1909. Found in his possession, and may have been stolen, a metal watch, " No. 8270046"" on works, " No. 2176" on case, white face, black numerals, " Manola" on face; 1 silver lever watch, white dial, gold hands, " No. 1253 " on works and case; 1 silver watch chain, graduated rope pattern; 1 long old- fashioned silver necklet, used as a watch chain, a silver medal, gold centre, " Malvern C. C." engraved on back, attached; 3 metal watch chains; 1 wide rolled gold wedding ring; 9 old copper coins ; 2 pocket knives ; 2 cigarette holders ; 3 pairs of spectacles; 2 bunches of small keys ( 25). He also had' a screw driver and a chisel, tied with string to his braces, and a piece of wire. Information to Supt. Lucas, Whitchurch. SUSSEX ( East). 71.— Eastbourne ( Borough).— Committed for trial at Lewes Assizes, charged with larceny— EDWARD MILLAR ( su-^ osed false)% age 20, height 6 ft. Of in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes hazel, woman tattooed1 left forearm, anchor and star back of left hand, crossed flags, Stars and Stripes, Union Jack, and star back of right hand ; dress, dark suit, grey cap, brown shoes.— HARRY RUBENS ( supposed falseV age 18, height 5 ft. 7| in., complexion dark, hair black, eyes brown, dot right forearm; dress, brown suit, turned up cuffs, black bowler hat, boots with patent leather fronts. Supposed wanted elsewhere. Information to Major Teale, Chief Constable, Eastbourne. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 72.— C' Division.— 27th ult., a large round 18 ct. gold charm, size of half- a^ crown, surmounted with Prince of Wales's feathers, in heavy gold, bottom half opens, disclosing a blood stone seal; 124 18 ct. gold signet rings, some plain oval, shield, and ecclesiastical shape, some set blood stone, white and black onyx or sardonyx, all marked " W. W." and the London Hall mark, or " C. H. P.," and the Birmingham Hall mark; 26 9 ct. gold signet rings, some set blood stones, all marked as above; 1 18 ct. signet ring, oval, top opens with small glass case for photograph inside; 1 do., square and compass on sides; 50 18 ct. gold seals, various designs, " W. W." and' London Hall mark, or " C. H. P." and Birmingham Hall mark. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New ScotWi Yard, S. W. CA MB RIDGES HI RE. 73.— Cambridge ( Borough).— lst inst., a silver watch, open face, keyless, makers " Benson & Co.," Swiss make. 2nd1 inst., a silver English lever watch, keyless, black figures and hands, " Donald Portway, Hal- stead," engraved on inner case, heavy siiver curb pattern albert, round silver sovereign case, and silver shield, " Ashburton Shield " on one side, " Competition, 1905," and " Garde ta Foy" on other, on end, attached. Information to the Chief Constable, Cambridge. ESSEX- 74. — Romford ( County\— 3lst nit., a " Royal Enfield " bicycle, double frame, black en- amelled, turned- up handle bars, rim brakes, plated rims, black centres, plated spokes, rubber pedals, Brooks' saddle with large springs, front spring plated1, back spring enamelled black, new Lucas lamp, saddle bag fixed to frame under saddle, carrier on back. Information to Supt. Jones, Romford. GLAMORGANSHIRE. 75.— Cardiff ( City).— 25th nit., a 9ct. cold graduating albert chain, converted into a bracelet, with a Kruger sovereign and padlock as pendants; 1 9 ct. gold curb bracelet, very heavy, safety chain broken off one end; 1 pair small gold ear- rings, set 3 white stones; 1 lady's 18 ct. gold engagement ring, set 3 diamonds. Information to the Head Constable, Cardiff. GLOUCESTERSHIRE . 76. — Chipping Sodbury ( County).— 28th ult., at Rudgeway, an open face English lever watch, No. 288, and silver albert, curb pattern; 1 lady's gold ring, set 5 white stones ( 1 large, 4 small, 1 small missing); 1 dark grey suit; 1 dark overcoat, usual pockets— Supposed by TWO MEN, ages between 20 and 25, heights 5 ft. 6 in. to 5 ft. 9 in.; dress, dark clothes, one wearing black bowler hat, dark muffler, narrow red stripes other a cap. Appearance of working men. Information to Supt. Phelps, Chipping Sodbury, HAMPSHIRE. 77.— Winchester ( City).— On or about 17th ult., a green leather case, nearly round, white cream lining, containing 1 lady's gold Indian filigree shell pattern necklace, i in. wide, snap fastening; 1 bracelet do., with clasp, snap fasten • ng. Information to the Head Constable, Winchester HEREFORDSHIRE. 78. — Weobley ( County — 28th ult., at Pembridge, an old dark grey overcoat, crown and " Herefordshire Constabulary " on buttons. Sup- nosed by TRAMPS. Information to Supt. Williams, Weobley. HER TFORDSHIRE. 79— Watford ( County)— 2nd inst., a " Swiff bicycle, nearly new, 28 in. frame, enamelled black red and white lines, part of enamel rubbed off top bar, 28 in. wheels, 3 speed gear, straight handle bars, Brooks' saddle, rubber pedals, 2 rim brakes, lamp, bell, tool bag, cyclometer showing about 1,200 miles, brown cape strapped under saddle. Information to Supt. Wood, Watford. KENT. 80.— Margate ( Borough,).— Since 8th or 9th ult., a lady's half- hoop diamond ring, set 5 large stones, and about 12 sparks on either side of setting, rather large and old- fashioned; 1 long gold neck chain, cable pattern, swivel and 2 rings at end, some links open from strain; 1 9 ct. gold keyless watch, blue hands, white dial, seconds hand, plain case with scroll in centre of back, out of order. Information to the Chief Constable, Margate. Sl. — Tunbridgo Wells ( Borough).— Between 31st ult. and lst inst., bv burglary, a silver christening mug, engraved " A. E. O." ; 1 do., " Lois Mary Oliver"; 1 do., " Grace M. Oliver"; 5 silver serviette rings ( 1 " Lois"; 1 " A. E. O."; 1 " Grace M. Oliver"); 6 silver tea spoons, chased front, plain back; 1 pair do. sugar tongs to match ; 1 pair do.; 4 electro- plated salt cellars, crinkled edges; 4 do. salt spoons; 1 silver spoon and fork cork screw handles; 1 do., narrow band half way UD handles; 1 do., fluted handles; 1 do., fiddle pattern; 1 silver spoon, very old and thin; 1 electro- plated tankard; 1 antique Scotch silver caddy spoon; 4 small electro- plated cruets; 1 electro- plated cruet with 4 cut glass bottles; 1 large damask table cloth. Information to the Chief Constable, Tunbridge Wells. LANCASHIRE. 82. — Salford ( Borough). — 28th ult., by housebreaking, a gold brooch, lily of the valley shape, inlaid with pearls, " FLIR " scratched on back; 1 small 15 ct. gold pin brooch, rose, set pearls in centre, 1 pearl missing; 1 round gold brooch, set pearls round edge, photograph of a girl at back; 1 18 ct. gold dress ring, set 5 pearls; 1 lady's gold dress ring, set 5 turquoise; 1 rheu- matic ring, " K." engraved inside; 1 lady's gold dress ring, set 2 garnets and 2 brilliants, has been broken and pieced; 1 small 9 ct. gold chain brooch, cable pattern, "" with swivel in centre; 2 mosaic brooches, 1 banjo shape, other oval; 1 oval gold brooch, garnet in centre; 1 lady's gold Geneva watch, white dial, small piece chipped out, steel hands, No. 110815; 1 round gold pendant with bloodstone, red on one side, green the other; 1 lady's old- fashioned gold locket, chased, opens at front, gold split ring attached; 1 lady's old- fashioned small gold locket, oval, opens at side, photograph of an aged lady inside; 2 penknives, about I in. long, tortoise- shell handles; and 1 small gold heart on a gold split ring. Information to the Chief Constable, Salford. SURREY. 83.— Dorking ( County).— 29ih ult., by bur- glary, 5 silver cups ( 1 chased, urn shape, with lid, double handles, 16 in. high, inscription thereon; 1 goblet shape with inscription; 1 fluted, basin shape, 7 in. high; 1 plain, goblet shape, 8 or 9 in. high; 1 fluted, basin shape, Queen's head in centre of bottom); 1 silver fluted cigar box, 10 in. by 6 in., by 3 in., lined cedar wood, handle in centre, lid falls back towards handle, monogram " P. R." on each side of handle; 7 silver tops of ink wells and bottles; 1 silver photograph frame, plain, 6 in. by 4 in., containing photograph of lady; 1 silver vase, 11 in. high, fluted top, shape of coach horn; 1 silver antique George II. snuff box, embossed with figures; 4 silver candlesticks ( 1 small, round, with handle and extinguisher; 1 gold gilt; 2 6 in. high, square base); 3 siiver ash trays ( 1 round; 1 square; 1 with pig at trough); 1 silver letter balance; 1 pair gold rim spectacles, concave lens; 1 silver fluted handle of paper knife; 1 silver pen tray, ribbed bar round sides; silver mountings of blotting pad, monograms " A. R."; do. from paper knife, chased filigree pattern; 1 metal thermo- meter, watch shape; 1 pair brown leather boots, size 10. 14th ult., by burglary, at Walton- on- the- Hill, 2 silver frames for tumblers; 1 do. bronze figure; 3 do. candlesticks; 1 pair silver gilt do.; 2 minia- tures; 34 small silver ornaments, various patterns; 1 silver tankard; 1 do. large jug; 1 do. saucepan; 1 old silver tray; 3 silver cigar boxes ( 2 with initials " E. C. C." thereon); 6 silver serviette rings ( 1 " E. C. C.," 2 " E. J. C.," 1 " R. B. C.," and 2 " H. C." thereon); 4 gold safety pins; 1 light brown check pattern overcoat; 1 old grey smooth cloth do., silk facings; 1 pair button boots; 1 pair lace do. 23rd ult., at Leatherhead, 14 inner air tubes; 2 motor cycle covers; 8 cycle outer covers; 1 cycle do., 28 in. by 1| in., Mosley Hardwick cover; 2 large screwdrivers; 1 small do.; 3 hammers ( 1 large, 1 small, 1 carpenter's); 14 feet of compo piping, 2 unions attached; 1 ratchet brace, marked " H. Perier "; 1 screw wrench, " Bull Dog, Abing- don," stamped thereon; 7 gunmetal screw down steam caps; 5 pairs pliers ( 1 cutting, stamped " H. Perier," 2 small, square jaws). Information to Supt. Boon, Dorking. 84.— Oxted ( County\— 22nd ult. at Horley, a free wheel bicycle, " No. 53291 " under seat pillar, transfer, " Progress, Coventry," 26 in. frame, flat handle bars, 28 in. wheels, plated rims, black centres, rat trap pedals, 2 inverted brakes, " Palmer Roadster " tyres, Brooks' saddle, luggage carrier attached. 23rd ult., a free wheel bicycle, " The Gatwick, Wyatt Horley, " Sturney & Archer," 3 speed gear, flat handle bars, 23 in. B. S. A. frame, front brake and hub, 28 in. wheels, white metal rims, Dunlop beaded tyres, Brampton saddle, plated oil lamp, dark check caDe and leggings attached; a free wheel bicycle, transfer, " McMadim, Foster & Co., Pentonville Road," B. S. A. fittings, 2 speed gear, flat handle bars, 28 in. wheels, Dunlop beaded tyres, Brampton saddle. Information to Supt. West, Oxted. SUSSEX ( East). 85 — Eastbourne ( Borough).— 28th ult., a pale blue box, about 10 in. by 2 in. by 1 in., containing 1 small gold square turquoise and pearl brooch, 1 row of each around outside; 1 gold spray pearl brooch, set 1 diamond in centre; 1 pale blue enamel pheasant brooch, set paste diamonds; 1 very small ostrich brooch, set paste diamonds in silver; 1 pale grey enamel dove brooch, set 1 or 2 paste diamonds; 1 gold brooch, supposed a daisy; 1 green enamel peacock brooch, standing on a pearl crescent of paste diamonds; 1 paste dia- mond snake brooch, with green head, set in silver ; 1 gold double loop brooch, amethyst in centre; 1 small amethyst heart pendant, with pearls around ; 1 small ivory ring stand, " J. H., from M. F. H.," in ink on bottom; 1 lady's gold ring, set supposed 5 pearls in a row, claw setting; 1 lady's gold ring, set 4 or 5 opals, claw setting; 1 do., set 2 diamonds and 3 rubies, or 3 diamonds and 2 rubies, gipsy setting; 1 do., set 2 sapphires and 1 diamond, gipsy setting; 1 do. old gold ring, set 1 pink topaz with pearls around; 1 do. gold ring, with plain bloodstone; 1 do. plain gold guard ring, in form of strap, initials inside, " I. M., T. G. H., Dec. 21st, 1875 "; 1 do. small gold ring, with supposed 3 pearls and 2 pink corals, gipsy setting; 1 do. old- fashioned gold ring, set cluster of small garnets and pearls around; 1 gold bracelet, very fine chain work, about § in. broad, filigree clasp, with pink topaz; 1 nickel soap box, about 3 in. by 2 in. by H in. Information to Major Teale, Chief Constable, Eastbourne. 4 T H E POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 442, 1907. PROPERTY STOLEN ( continued)— 86— Hove ( Borough).— About 3rdSeptember last, a pearl and diamond ( set alternately) horse- shoe pin; 2 star shape pearl pins, composed of lar? e and very small pearls; 1 gold and enamel bracelet, about 2 in. wide, composed of Japanese figures. Information to the Chief Constable, Hove. WORCESTERSHIRE. 87 — Bromsgrove ( County).— 5th inst., a lady's 14 ct. gold Geneva watch, metal dome, gold dial, chased in centre, Roman figures, initials " A. G." on back case; 1 gold brooch, long anidl narrow, pointed ends, crystal in centre; 1 pan- new blankets; and £ 4 10s. Information to Supt. Beal, Bromsgrove. PROPERTY RECOVERED. DENBIGHSHIRE. 88.— Llanrwst ( County).— Property ( except the watch and chain) described in Case No. 68, 25th ult., and thief arrested, and committed for trial. SUSSEX ( East). 8!). — Patnham ( County). — Referring to Cases No. 80, 25th ult., and 75, 18th ult.— FRANK DOUSBERY, THOMAS LAKER, and PERCY ATTWATER, aluis SMITH, have been arrested for the offence, the lst and 2nd sen- tenced to 4 months, and! the 3rd to 1 month im- prisonment. 2 overcoats, 5 knives, 1 Bee clock, and 3 tea spoons also recovered. Information to Supt. Dalmon, Patcham. 90.— Hastings ( Borough).— 2 oil paintings, Case No. 50, lst inst. 91 .— Hove ( Borough).— Camera, Case No. 76, 18th nit., and thief arrested. WORCESTERSHIRE. 92.— Worcester ( City).— Bicycle, Case No. 75, 20th September, 1907, and thief arrested, PERSONS or BODIES FOUND. BERKSHIRE. 93 .— Faringdttn ( County) — Unconscious 2nd inst., and died in Faringdon " Union, 3Td inst. — A MAN, age 55 to 60, length 5 ft. in., com- plexion fresh, hair dark brown, whiskers and moustache nearly grey, eyes brown, small scar on right cheek; dress, dark grey mixture morning coat, black serge jacket, postman's vest, grey striped trousers, black and white plaid scarf, black bowler hat, lace boots, pointed toes, 3 shirts ( 1 white cricket, 1 striped flannelette, 1 blue with red and white stripes), all much worn, found in pocket a white handle razor. Appearance of a tramp. Photograph can be seen on application. Information to Supt. Gibbs, Faringdon. HAMPSHIRE. 94. — Ringwood ( County). — 3rd inst.< wandering, apparently suffering from loss of memory, and partial paralysis right side— A MAN, giving the name of JOSEPH HIGGINS, age about 63, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., complexion fresh, hair ( bald on top, turning grey) brown, mousitache and beard light brown ( turning grey), eyes ( small) grey, wears glasses; dress, fawn colour covert coat, blue jacket and vest, white check trousers, large pattern, light cap, dark tie, lace boots, carried a small brown stick, wore a black oxidised watch, white metal chain. Information to Supt. Mayes, Ringwood. ANIMALS, & c., STOLEN. SURREY. 95,— Oxted ( County).— Between 2nd and 3rd inst., at Merstham, a bav mare pony, 13 to 14 hands, aged, white blaze down face, scar 6 ins. long, 3i ins. wide, 3 scars off side buttock, long ooat and tail, short mane. In poor condition. Information to Supt. West, Oxted. 104. — Shropshire, Bridgnorth ( County).— JAMES NIXON, Office No. 1231- 06' Case No. 101, 13th September, 1907. 105.— S h r op shi r & . Whitchurch ( County).— RICHARD BATE, Case No. 49, 25th ult., and sentenced to 14 days imprisonment. 106.— Staffordshire, Wolverhamp- ton ( Borovoh).— Supervisee JOHN HUGHES, Office No. 3328- 96, Case No. 43, lst March, 1907, and sentenced at Chesterfield, 29th ult., to 1 month hard labour. 107.— Suffolk ( West), Bury St. Ed- munds ( County).— MAN, Case No. 52, 18th nit., and bicycle recovered. 108.— Surrey, Oxted ( County).— J, HAMEL, Case No. 53, T5th ult. 109.— Yorkshire ( North Riding), Scarborough ( Borough).— Licence- holder GEORGE KING, Office No. 2029- 97, Case No. 40, 20th September, 19 » 7, and sentenced at Gt. Yarmouth, 5th inst., to 14 days hard labour. 110 — Yorkshire ( West Riding), Otley ( County).— HERBERT THORNTON, alias CRAW- HAW, Cas- i N< » . 35, Ist inst., and bicycle recovered. 111 — Yorkshire ( West Riding), Skipton ( County).— Licence- holder JAMES THOMPSON, Office No. 1818- 04, Case No. 40, llth ult., and committed for trial at Liverpool Assizes, 12th mat., for sacrilege, as ROBERT WATERWORTH. APPREHENSIONS. 96.— Metropolitan Police District, T Division.— THEOPHOLUS JOHN REECE, Case No. 8, 25th ult. 97.— Herefordshire, Hereford ( County).— JAMES BRIDGES, Case No. 14, lst inst. 98. — Hertfordshire St. Albans ( County).— CHARLES E. WYATT, Case No. 21, 20th September last. 99— Hertfordshire, St. Albans ( City).— CHARLES ESDAILE WYATT, Case No. 100,18th ult., and dealt with in the Metropoli- tan Police District. 100.— Kent, Dover ( Borough).— HARRY DALE, Case No. 22, 24th May last. 101.— Lancashire, Reedley ( Connty). — MAN, Case No. 15, lst inst. 102 — Lancashire, Liverpool ( City).— HENRY GUTHRIE, Office No. 1417- 06, Case No. 37, 2nd August, 1907. 103.- Norfolk, Gt. Yarmouth ( Borough).— WILLIAM KNOCK, Office No. 1109- 05, Case No. 44,25th ult., at Sheffield, on a charge of larceny as WILLIAM MICHAEL KNOCK. MISSING. 112.— Since' 16th Jnlv last, from Plumstead— JOHN BEVIS, age 51, height 5 ft. 7 in., com- plexion fair, hair and moustache grey, eye6 brown; dress, blue jacket suit with light stripes, black hard felt hat, white shirt, black tie, merino pants, natural wool vest and socks, lace boots, wearing a silver watch with small link pattern gold chain. A foreman engineer; desponding, may commit suicide. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. List of Lioenoe Holders, Supervisees, Expirees, who have week ending November 2nd, 1907, with the been re- apprehended, for the results, etc. Divisions concerned, E, K. T, X. L, M. C, E, T, W, D. D. Office No. NAME. Sentence. Date and Place. Fresh Offence with which charged. Re- convicted in Name o£ Name and Division of Officer. 796- 02 ABBOTT, MAURICE 1300— 07: ARNOLD. WILLIAM I 2000— 96 DAVIS, GEORGE 1202— 99 ELLIOTT, WILLIAM 2474— 02HAYES, ALBERT E. 3398- 99 HEN LEY, MATTHEW F, X, 2043— OoiINWARDS, WILLIAM HORATIO P, W. L. D. ].> . B. H. ' 2754— 00iJOHNSON, SWIFT 707— Ol'LANE, THOMAS 2616- 99 KAY, GEORGE 2960— OOiSPARKS, WILLIAM 2876- 00 3583— 02 WARREN, CHARLES WESTFIELD, EDWARD i months h. l. 21 days h. l. 6 months h. l. 3 years p. s. 12 months h. l. 3 months h. l. 3 years p. s. I month h. l, 7 years p. s. 1 month in default 6 weeks h. l. 5 years p. s. 12 months h. l. 4th Nov., West Ham P. Ct. ; P. of C. Act lst Nov., W. L. P. Ct. 31st Oct., Westminster P. Ct. Failing to report Larceny ( goods ex- posed) Larceny ( person) 29th Oct. Bournemouth Qr. Sess. 29th Oct., Liverpool CountyjFalse pretences and Sess. cycle stealing lst Nov., Marylebone P. Ct. Larceny ( goods ex- posed) 29th Oct., Bournemouth Qr. jObtaining money by Sess. false pretences lst Nov., Penge P. Sess. 31st Oct., Lincoln Assizes 29th Oct., Marylebone P. Ct. lst Nov., Old Street P. Ct. 30th Oct., C. C. Ct. 3lst Oct., Bow Street P. Ct. Begging Burglary Larceny ( goods ex- posed) Attempted larceny Fraud P. of C. Act Same Name Same Name GEORGE EDWARDS EDWARD ATKINS Same Name JOHN HAWLEY Same Name JAMES MCCARTHY CHARLES SMITH GEORGE WILLIAMS Same Name P. IP. P. S. Watts and P. C. Hill, C. I. D., A. C. Cheaney, 4 77K, and P. S. Eustace, C. I. D., K. C. Hutt and P. S/ Burrell, C. I. D., X. '. C. Ames, 196D, and P. S. Farrant, C. I. D., D. P. C. Moir, 407 P. CHARLES FREDERICK P WARREN JOHN JONES p C. Cocker, 260D, and P. C. Summers, 47D. C. .- Stainton, 417G ; also P. S. Brogden C. I. D.. H. C. Kirch ier and P. S. Ashley, C. I. D., T. C. G. ile, C I D , E ; also P. C. Bassett,- 206 L. LOUDON: PBIXTID FOB BU MAJMTT'S STATIONSBV OFTIOE BY J. J. KELIBKB A Oo. p 33. Raw Baio'Ja STE* K » , B. C. J 33, KIDS WILLIAM STBKUT, K G. I *> D L-:' A. WOHXP, S. B. 72000