PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY NEW . SERIES. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 20, 1907. VOL. XXIV., No. 250_'. RB O UX All communications for insertion in tke POLICE GAZETTE, and all communi- cations relating to them, should be. addressed to THE EDITOK OF THE POLICE GAZETTE, NEW SCOTLAND YARD, LONDON, S. W. Particulars concerning persons whose apprehension ta sought will be inserted in one issue oj the POLICE GAZETTE, it they are sufficient to enable action to be taken upon them by another force. Fart iculars as to stolen property will be likewise inserted in one issue, if sufficient 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 cf persons whose apprehension is sought lor serious offences, and engravings of stolen property, will be inserted at a cost of 7s. per portrait, mid of 5s. per photograph or sketch of a stolen article, unless the article is huge or unusually intricate, when the engraver's charge will range from 6 » to 10s. A remittance of 5s. should be mude in the first instance for cost (./ engraving sketches. 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 • eqvisition must be signed by the chief officer of police, or hi I immediate deputy, of the county, city, or borough, as the case may be. ^. TlOXff w. 7. Announcements concerning stolen property must be yuarunteed by an office' oi not less rank than Inspector, or analogous thereto. 8. Announcements of all persons to be apprehended or of stolen property bear u number, and as far as practicable they are alphabetically arranged by counties. 9. 10. 11. ia M. The force which causes particulars concerning delim/ uents or stolen property to be inserted in the POLICE GAZETTE, must, on their apprehension « > recovery, at once transmit to the Editor notice of the fact, referring tu thi- number of the announcement, for insertion in the next issue. In all cases the officer signing the request lor the insertion of any announce ment will be wholly responsible for any proceedings which may result Iron, such publication. Announcements for the Friday issue should be forwarded so as to be received not later than noon on Wednesday, and for the Tuesday edition not later thun Saturday morning. They must be clearly written on one side of the puprr only; they must be in the usual form, and accompanied by a covering letter All payments must be in advance, either at the office, New Scotland Tqnt, by Postal Order, or by Post Office Order, payible at Parliament Street Post Office. ,,, The Space being limited, announcements concerning ' Missing Persons " are only accepted on payment, but insertion in the next or any subsequent issut cannot be guaranteed. The charge for such insertion ( if accepted, will be given on application. THE EDITOR, New Scotland Yard, London, S. W. SPECIAL NOTICE. The following is a copy of the order which governs the circulation, by the Metropolitan Police, of advertisements, or reward bills, for the discovery of property or the detection of crime. The Editor inserts it, in hope of preventing delays which some- times occur in publishing such notices, on account of their not being in accordance with the regula- tions in force in the Metropolis :— 1.— Printed hand- bills, or other advertisements, offering a reward for the discovery ot property or the detection of crime, whether printed and issued by the Metropolitan Police, or distributed and exhibited, with the sanction of the Commis- sioners, on the application of private persons, or of the Police of any County or Borough, must be clearly expressed in relation to the following points :— ( a) The amount of the reward, ( ft) The conditions on which it is payable, ( c) The name and address of the person by whom it will be paid. (< f) The name and address of the printer must appear thereon. 2.— No expression must be used in such an advertisement in relation to property stolen, or criminally taken or disposed of, holdine out any expectation that the reward will be paid on its return without the offender being brought to trial, or without enquiry. Attention is particularlydirected to the conditions ( a) to (< 2), clause 1, as Police Notices are constantly being received by the Metropolitan Police in which the conditions mentioned have not been complied with, especially those marked ( a) and ( c). Such notices are not distributed. NOTE.— Tfiere are 191 Stations of the Metro- politan Police Force at which Notices can be posted. The following specimens of bills are inserted for guidance :— £ 5 REWARD. LOST. 17th December, 1899, at Victoria Street, Westminster, A GOLD LEVER WATCH, No. 54963, " J. S." in monogram on back. Information to Mr. John Smith, 500, Victoria Street, West- minster, by whom the above reward will be paid for the recovery of the watch. [ Insert name and address of the Printer.] £ 50 REWARD- STOLEN. 17th December, 1899, JEWELLERY as follows: [ Give full and accurate description.] The above reward will be paid by Mr. John Smith, 500, Victoria Street, Westminster, to any person giving such infor- mation as will lead to the apprehension and conviction of the thief and recovery of the property, or in proportion to the amount recovered. Information to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W., or to any Police Station. [ Insert name and address of the Printer.] It is to be specially noted that all printed Bills or Circulars forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office for posting or dis- tribution, whether offeriDg rewards or otherwise should have the Printer's name and address thereon, as required by the Act 32 and 33 Vic., cap. 24 ( see second Schedule re- enacting sec. 2 of 2 and 3 Vic., cap. 12). APPREHENSIONS SOUGH! METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 1.— A Division.— For obtaining by false pretences, 30th ult., a No. 3 " Oliver" type- writer, serial, " No. 89380 " thereon— GEORGE MEU- I NIER, a Frenchman, age about 27, height 5 ft. j 7 or 8 in., slight build, complexion sallow, hair ' and moustache dark, long features, speaks English i well; dress, black morning coat and vest, aark trousers, dark grey overcoat, dark tie with pin, j set brilliant, bone sleeve links, shape of teeth, white wrapper, black hard felt hat, carried um- brella with dark brown polished crook handle, and a dark brown handbag, steel fittings, much worn. He obtains machines by representing that he belongs to a branch of the Young Men s Christian Association. Warrant issued. 2.— M Division.— For stf- aling £ 73 7s 4| d.— MICHAEL CROWE, age 22, height 5 ft. 11 in., complexion 6allow, hair black, eyes brown, walks quickly, of smart appearance; dress, dark grey jacket suit, grey tweed overcoat, black bowler hat. A native of Tipperary. Warrant, issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. CITY OF LONDON. — For obtaining books bv false pretences — FRANCIS HOPE, alias G. PARTRIDGE, Office No. M 12850, age 31, height 5 ft. 7 in., com- plexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, scar on fore- head ; dress, dark blue jacket suit, hard felt hat. An agent; native of Durham. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. 4.— For failing to report — Licence- holder JAMES MOORE, Office No. 411- 02, age 37, height 5 ft., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes hazel, scar bridge of nose and back of neck, anchor base right thumb. A labourer; native of Lon- don. Sentenced at Central Criminal Court, 11th Januarv, 1904, to 5 years penal servitude for arson ( stack). Licensed 4th November, 1907. Ze 376. To be dealt with where found. Information to Supt. Stark, 26 Old Jewry, E. C. ANGLESEY. 5.— Holyhead { County).— For housebreak- ing— RICHARD MARTIN, age 49, height about 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fresh, hair ( bald on top) brown, crucifix on one forearm, walks erect; dress, old black faded jacket suit, peak cap. A native of Holyhead. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Holyhead. BEDFORDSHIRE. 6.— Amp* hi IS I' 1.— For stealing ( bailee) 6 yards striped shirting ( recovered) — MARY MORRIS, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes ( rather piercing) dark, Roman nose; dress, dark dress, black hat, trimmed feathers, heavy lace boots, and a heavy cloak which was entrusted to her to repair. A Catholic, and calls upon gentry of that religion. Was accompanied by her hus- band, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., slight build, com- plexion fair, moustache light. A labourer. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Nicholson, Ampthill. BUCKINGHA MS HIRE. 7. — Fenny Stratford { County).- For fowlstealing, at Great Bricklill, 24th ult. — PHILLIP DANCER, age 27, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fair, hair light, Roman nose, slight moustache, bushy at ends, addicted to drink; dress, dark suit, threequarter- length overcoat, hard hat. A butcher; native of Soulbury, Bucks. Has served in the Metropolitan Police. Absconded 26th ult. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Lait, Fenny Stratford. CHESHIRE. 8.— Middlewioh ( County).— For embezz- ling £ 18 4s. 3d., at Church Lawton, since 21st October last— WILLIE MASSEY, age about 36, height about 5 ft. 6i in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache ( rather long) sandy, eyes blue or grey, slightly bow legged; wearing dark overcoat, brown leggings, grey cap. Has been employed as a coal agent, formerly a surveyor, and has a know- ledge of assistant overseer's and estate agent s work. Is fond of betting. Absconded 29th ult. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Thompson, Middlewich, DERBYSHIRE. 9.— Derhy 1 Borough) — For failing to report - Licence- holder JOHN WALSH, Office No. 971- 07, age 51, height 5 ft. 3i in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes brown, scar over left eye and back left hand. A labourer ; native of Sligo. Sentenced at Lincoln County Assizes, 24th Novem- ber, 1902, to 6 years penal servitude for man- slaughter. Licensed 8th June, 1907. C 570. To be dealt with where found. Information to the Chief Constable, Derby. DEVONSHIRE. l').— Chudleigh ( Coutitif).— Yor embezzl- ing £ 40, at Terignmouth, 9th Tilt.— ARTHUR HILL, age about 30, height 5 ft. 7 in., shoulders drop slightly, complexion, moustache, and eyes ( rather weak and prominent) dark, sharp features, 2 APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued)— very talkative, of slovenly appearance; dress, dark clothes, blue striped mumer. A native of Guernsey. He committed bigamy at Sunderland, 14th ult., and absconded same day. Warrant issued. Not to be apprehended out of the United King- dom. Information to Supt. Wood, Chudleigh. 11. - Torquay \ County). — Yor stealing, 22nd June last, a bicycle ( recovered) — NORA LUCKHURST, alias KNOX, MARSHALL, RUSSELL, and DOULTON, age 25 or 26, height 5 ft. 3 in., slight build, complexion rather dark, uses powdeir and paint, well spoken, of smart ap- pearance; dress, long grey jacket, black or grey skirt, black felt hat, black veil. Accompanied by her child, Gladys, age 3 years and 5 months; supposed dressed in boy's clothing. A native of Lancing, Sussex. May be found in company of chauffeurs. Usually carries salts of lemon, and has threatened to commit suicide. She takes lodg- ings, and states that her husband will call in a few da^- s and pay her bills. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Roberts, Torquay. • 12. — Totnes Co'< nty^. — For failing to appear to a summons for adulteration under the Sale of Food and Drugs Act— RICHARD HBNRY ROGERS, age about 50, height about 5 ft. 11 in., complexion fresh, hair, whiskers, beard ( cropped)' and moustache dark, may now be clean shaved, eyes hazel; dress, dark suit, bowler hat. A butter dealer; native of Exeter. Formerly a fanner. Ab- sconded 26th ult. May be found selling eggs and butter. Has been previously convicted" of selling margarine as butter. Photograph can be seen on application. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Jeffery, Totnes. stout build, complexion fresh, round face, hair and moustache brown, addicted to drink; wearing three- quarter- length overcoat, black bowler hat. A butcher. He takes premises near a bank, prefer- ably a suburban branch, becomes acquainted with persons having an account by whom he is intro- duced to the manager, states he is about to open a business in the town, and that he has a banking account in another town, which he will have trans- ferred, ihen ma^ s a request for, and obtains a cheque book and tenders the cheques when pur- chasing goods. Warrant issued. 19.— Cardiff ( City).- For stealing £ 20 2s.— SALEM VINCENT BIRD, age 22, height 6 ft. 2 in., complexion and hair dark, clean shaved, eyes blue, large nose and mouth, thick lips, speaks slowly; dress, navy blue suit, double- breasted jacket, black sailor cap with shiny peak, celluloid collar, brown tie, black leather leggings with but- tons. An engine cleaner; native of Birmingham. He spoke of proceeding to Canada. Warrant issued. Information to the Head Constable, Cardiff. HEREFORDSHIRE. 27.— Weobley ( County).— For stealing an old black portmanteau, light straps, containing a blue serge coat and vest— J. BENNETT, alias BARNETT. age about 42, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion pale, hair dark brown, " M. B." sup- posed tattooed one arm; dress, dark clothes, may be wearing the stolen coat and vest. He attends fairs, shows, and races, and known by the name of " Darkey." Warrant issued. Information to Snpt. Williams, Weobley. DUMFRIESSHIRE. 13— Dumfries ( County). — For embezzle- ment— JOHN CLARK, age 29, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion pale, hair and heavy moustache very dark brown, eyes dark; dress, grey tweed jacket and vest, dark tweed trousers, black hard felt hat, light lace boots. A tailor or draper's travel- ler ; native of Dumfriesshire. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, Dumfries. ESSEX. 11— Brentwood ( bounty).— For obtaining 15s. by false pretences— — KING, age about 40, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., slight build, complexion sallow, hair and moustache very dark, long face and nose; dress, dark overcoat and trousers, black bowler hat. He represents himself to be a farmer, having a quantity of vegetables and apples for • sale, and solicits orders for goods to be sent by rail. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Marden, Brentwood. GLAMORGANSHIRE.. 15— Neath ( County).— For failing to report — Supervisee FREDERICK JOHNSON, alias FRANK GOODE, Office No. 13004- 01, age 35, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, scar on forehead and bridge of nose. A labourer; native of London. Sentenced at North ampton County Quarter Sessions, 4th January, 1906, to 8 months hard labour and 3 years super- vision for larceny from shop till. Liberated on re- mission 20th August, 1906. 4135. 16.— Neath ( County).— For stealing £ 28, from his lodgings at Briton Ferry, 6th inst.— WIL- LIAM B. CREAKE, alias CLAREMONT, BLE- WATT, and CLOWN, age' 22, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., slight build, complexion fair, hair light, clean shaved; dress, black serge coat and trousers, fancy Scotch tweed plaid vest, brass buttons, cap. A fitter and amateur photographer; native of Tot- tenham. Believed to be a deserter from the Army. Warrant issued. 17.— Neath ( Cm ty).— For carnally know- ing a girl under 14, 10th September last, at Cower — IOHN RYAN, age about 29, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion ruddy, hair and moustache very dark, hair low on forehead, eyes dark, broad chin with a prominent dimple, scars back of head, Irish ac- cent; dress, grey and blue plaid jacket, brownish vest ( patched), moleskin trousers, green plaid cap, heavy nailed boots. A navvy; native of Queens- town. He stated he had been working at Swansea, Morriston, Clydach, Rhondda Valley, and London. May seek employment on public works. Frequents common lodging houses. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Menhinick, Neath 18 — Cardiff ( City\— For false pretences, ( worthless cheque)— W. WATKINS, alias THOMAS WILLIAMS, age 45, height 5 ft. 6 in., GL OUCES TERSHIRE . £ 0.— Cheltenham ( County).— For desert- ing his 3 children, leaving them chargeable to the Cheltenham Union— FREDERICK HALL, age 45, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., hair ( turning grey) brown, moustache ginger, walks badly and on his heels; dress, light brown, round jacket and vest, blue trousers, slouch hat, wears straps below knees. A labourer or farm hand. Absconded 25th ult. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hopkins, Cheltenham. 21 — Bristol ( City\ — For stealing £ 2 in November last — ALBERT FREDERICK NORTHAM, alias FRED NORTHAM, age 26, height about 5 ft. 10 in., hair and moustache dark, of military appearance. He was employed by a firm of jewellers in Manchester, superintending the dis- tribution of circulars, having 4 men under him, and absconded with the above amount which he should have paid the men as wages. Has also been canvassing for the sale of sewing machines, and will probably seek similar employment. May be found at common lodging houses. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, Bristol. HAMPSHIRE. 22.— Aldershot ( County).— Information re THOMAS HENRY PRESTON, Case No. 30, 8th ult., cancelled. 2 V— Gosnort ( County. — For stealing ( bailee), 5th October last, a costermonger's truck ( recovered)— WILLIAM GREEN, alias JACK GREEN, age 48 to 50, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache dark, long nose ( broken), inclined to one side; dress, dark clothes, bowler hat, very much worn. A rag and bone gatherer. Frequents common lodging houses. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Cottle, Gosport. 24.— Southampton ( Borough).— For ob- taining food by false pretences — Licence- holder GEORGE SMITH, alios BUNCE, COOPER, WALTERS, MARTIN, & c., Office No. 1705- 02, age 26, height 5 ft. 9£ in., complexion sallow, hair brown, eves hazel, scar back of left hand and front left wrist; dress, dark grey suit, blue overcoat with velvet collar and cuffs. A labourer; native of London. Sentenced at North London Sessions, 9th May, 1905, to 3 years penal servitude and 2 years supervision for obtaining a horse, & c., by false pretences ; has also been convicted at Hertford, Devizes, and Berks Assizes. Warrant issued. 2b— Southampton ( Borough).— For fail- ing to report— Licence- holder THOMAS EVANS, alias KERTON, HAMILTON, and VIOLETT, Office No. 3008- 02, age 39, height 5 ft. 2f in., complexion dark, hair ( going bald) dark brown, eyes grey, scar left eyebrow, man's head and clasped hands right, female's head and clasped hands left wrist. A seaman; native of Sydney, N. S. W. Sentenced at Lewes Assizes, 19th November, 1903, to 4 years penal servitude and remanet of a former sentence for burglary. Liberated on licence 26th October, 1907, which expires 6th February, 1909. Z d 7. To be dealt with where found. 26 — Southampton ( Borouoh}.— For ob- taining £ 10 by false pretences— ERNEST JOHN HODDINOTT. age 33 or 34, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache light, addicted to drink, one leg shorter than other; dress, blue serge suit, cap. A builder. Warrant issued. Information to the Acting Chief Constable, Southampton. HER TFORDSHIRE. 2*. — Hit chin ( County). — For stealing ( bailee), 18th ult., a " Standard Humber" bicycle, No. 147865, 25 in frame, Fagan 2- speed gear, 2 roller brakes, Edinburgh tyres ( back much worn), — WILLIAM SAUNDERS, age 23, height about 5 ft. 8 in., slight build, complexion fresh, hair light, eyes blue; dress, dark clothes and cap. A labourer; native of Walsworth, Hitchin. May seek employment at cycle repairing shops. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Hitchin. 29.— Ware ( County).— tor absconding with workhouse clothing, 26th ult.— THOMAS BANGS, age 18 to 20, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair light, eyes blue, scar right ankle; dress, dark grey suit, marked " W. U.," blucher shape boots. Supposed a native of Ware. May seek employment at farms or be found sleeping out. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Duke, Ware. 30.— Watford ( County).— For stealing from her lodgings, 11th inst., 3 gold dress rings ( 1 set pearl and turquoise; 1 blue and red stones; 1 3 large blue stones); 2 silver bracelets, set Scotch stones; 1 gold curb bracelet, padlock attached ; 1 gold cameo brooch, figure in centre, leaves around edge; 1 gold brooch, photographs of 3 boys therein; 1 long brown feather boa, 3 tails; 2 white linen night dresses; 2 do. chemises; 1 black serge skirt, strap bands around bottom; 1 pink flannelette night dress, trimmed white lace— — PORTER, alias KNIGHT and HOWARD, age 35, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion pale, dimples in cheeks, hair dark; dress, dark skirt, light jacket, supposed black hat. Accompanied by her husband ; wearing dark clothes and cap; and two boys ( twins), age 4 ; wearing sailor suits and red jerseys. ( See Case No. 2, 18th October last.) Warrant issued. 31.— Watford ( County).— For leaving bis wife chargeable to the Watford Union, 30th ult. — THOMAS BRISTOW, age 51, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache dark, turning grey, bald patch left side of head. A bricklayer; native of Watford. He left here August, 1904. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Wood, Watford. KENT. 32.— Canterbury ( Cjunty).— For leaving his 5 children chargeable to the Blean Union, 4th ult.— HARRY FOAD, age 32, height 5 ft. 8J in., complexion ruddy, hair dark brown, eyes brown, scar over left eye, dot tattooed left wrist; dress, blue suit, cap. A mariner, usually sails as lst mate; native of Whitstable. Warrant issued. 33. — Canterbury ( County). — For fowl- stealing, 20th ult., at Herne— PHILMER EDWARD COLLARD, age 43, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, 3 moles right forearm, cut scar right forefinger, 2 pock marks on chest; dress, brownish jacket and vest, white fustian trousers, usually strapped at knees, brown cap with flaps, red and white neckerchief, heavy lace boots. A labourer; native of Hoath, near Canterbury. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Jacobs, Canterbury. 34.— Canterbury ( City).— For stealing a horse, cart, and harness ( recovered)— HENRY MANN, age 39, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fresh, hair ( curly) dark, moustache dark brown, round scar right cheek, cut scar left wrist, left thumb has been broken, addicted to drink; dress, dark grey jacket suit, green plaid cap, blucher boots. A bricklayer; native of Nayland, Suffolk. He has recently obtained a living by hawking vegetables, well known at Romford, Essex, where he has been previously convicted. May be found in company of women. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, City Police, Canterburv. FRIDAY, N O V E M B E R 15, 1907. THE POLICE GAZETTE. 3 PORTRAITS OF PERSONS IN CUSTODY. PORTRAITS OF A PERSON LANCASHIRE. WANTED. a habit of winking when in conversation; dress, blue and grey small check tweed suit, dark overcoat with velvet collar, dark grey peak of Yorkshire.— HENRY JOHNSON, age 19, height 6 ft., complexion fair, hair and eyes brown, Believed a native of Yorkshire. Information to the Head Constable, Liverpool. cap or black hard felt hat, lace boots. An insurance agent; native of Banffshire. For the above cheque he received 5 £ 1 notes, 11 £ 5 do., 15 £ 20 do., and 1 £ 100 do., all on the National Bank of Scotland; also had in his possession £ 60 in North of Scotland Bank notes. Absconded 6th inst. Will endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Banff. A native of Wem.— JOHN LEY, age 24, height eyes grey, " D. A." and " Z. M." right forearm, 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fair, hair ( curly) brown, ! anchor base of right thumb. Believed a native BANFFSHIRE. 36.— Banff ( Count',).— For forging and uttering a bank cheque for £ 460, 6th inst. — WILLIAM GRAY, age 50, now wearing mous- tache only, slightly knock kneed, flat feet, has 35 — tIvor/ tool( City\— In custody, charged with conspiracy to defraud ( horse frauds) — JAMES AMBROSE ASHLEY, age 49, height 6 ft., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey. - "^ SBBBBteji • SV'" ^' J iS& fm: ' f , ... APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued!)- KENT. 37.— Margate {&< rough).— For s'ealing a brass clock movement ( recovered)— WILLIAM DILLESTONE, alias JACKSON, age 45 to 50, height 5 ft. 10 or 11 in., complexion fresh, hair ( turning grey) light, nearly bald on top, mous- tache ( short) grey, about 3 or 4 days growth of beard, slight impediment in speech, shabby genteel appearance, an inveterate cigarette smoker, walks with a bend of the knees, and appears to have very bad feet; usually wears very old boots. A jobbing watch and clock repairer. He visits public houses, repairs watches and clocks in the bars, and may pledge watches and parts of clocks, & c., which are entrusted to him for repairs. He will probably seek employment at jewellers. May be found at Common lodging houses. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Margate. ult.— ANDREW STEWART BROWN ( S. C. R. No. 1336- 06), age 34, height 5 ft. 4 in., stout build, complexion pale, flat face, hair dark brown, clean shaved, eyes blue, 3rd joint of left little finger stiff, scar back of right wrist and left elbow. Native of Lanark. He carried on a pretended private inquiry agency and debt collecting busi- ness at Glasgow. Has been previously convicted of fraud. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, Glasgow. LANARKSHIRE. 38 — Glasgow ( City).— For obtaining £ 138 by false pretences, between 1st March and 30th 4 FRIDAY, DECEMBER 20, 1907. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( cntinued)- LA NO A S til RE. 39.— Manchester ( City).— For failing to report— Licence- holder JOSEPH MASON, alias OLIVER, GOSNEY, GRANT, REYNOLDS, etc., Office No. 1988- 98, age 38, height 5 ft. in., com- plexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, scar back right hand, 2nd left finger has been injured. A commercial traveller; native of Leeds. Sentenced at Leeds Quarter Sessions, 4th January, 1904, to 3 years penal servitude for larceny ( person). Liberated on 2nd licence, 20th November, 1907, which expires 24th January, 1908. W e 109. 40 — Manchester ( City).— For failing I., report— Licence- holder ROBERT CATHERALL, alias CATTERALL, Office No. 351- 02, age 36, height 5 ft. 11 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, scar on lst left finger. A horse dealer; native of Bamber Bridge, Preston. Sentenced at Wakefield Sessions, 19th October, 1903, to 5 years penal servitude for horsestealing. Licensed 15th August, 1907. S V Z d 380. Information to Chief Constable Peacock, Man- chester. 46.— Hove ( Borough).— For obtaining credit while an undischarged bankrupt — WILLIAM PAYNE, alias EDWIN M. PAYNE, age 53, height 5 ft. 6| in., stout build, complexion fresh, hair dark brown, and whiskers dark, turning grey, eyes brown. May open a business as a dairy- man, and get into difficulties, then transfer the business to his sons to dispose of. Has had dairies at Southampton, Croydon, New Maiden, Wimble- don, and Stafford. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Hove. NORFOLK. 41 - Norwich ( City).— lor dialing ( bailee) poultry— W. BRAY, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. o or 6 in., complexion iresh, full face, hair light brown, clean shaved, eyes ( very full) light blue, of smart appearance, well educated; dress, dark morning coat, dark trousers, dark grey overcoat, black hard hat, wears a gold colour watch and double chain with a shield enamelled red and blue in centre. Supposed a native of London, frequently spoke of Upper Edmonton and Margate. He answers ad- vertisements in the " Bazaar, Exchange and Mart" and other poultry papers, asking for fowls, dogs, & c., to be sent on approval, and as soon as they arrive at the railway stations he collects them and disposes of same much below their proper value. Absconded 25th ult. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Norwich. 47.- WA R WICKS HIRE. Nuneaton ( County).— For stealing a NO A THA MPTONSHIRE. 42.— Kettering ( County). — For stealing from his lodgings, a lady's gold watch, gold face, very old thin case; 1 gold pin, embossed, oval diamond in centre; and £ 1 10s. — Supervisee ALBERT EDWARDS, alias BROOKS, WAL- KER, CLARKSON, and PRESBURY, Office No. 1602- 06, Case No. 29, 15th ult., age 23, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion sallow, hair black, eyes dark brown, small mole right cheek, cut scar knuckle left thumb. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hooper, Kettering. 43 — Northampton Burough).— For steal ing, 10th inst., from her lodgings, a travelling rug and a quantity of bedclothing ( recovered, pledged)— — PORTER, age 36, height 5 ft. 5 in., hair ( frizzy) dark; dress, brown skirt, blue coat, grey cloak, strap at back, blue hat trimmed blue chiffon. She took lodgings, 7th inst., for herself, husband, and 2 boys ( ages about 5, twins; dress, blue sailor coats, collars trimmed white braid, red sweaters, check knickers). She stated that heir husband was taking a general business, and they would want lodgings for 6 months. Absconded 10th inst. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Northamp- ton. STAFFORDSHIRE. ^.- Newcastle - under - Lyme ( Borough).— For stealing, 9th inst., from a chmch in course of erection, a quantity of lead ( recovered) - TWO MEN ( lst, age about 45, height 6 ft., stout build, complexion fresh, hair and moustache sandy; dress, fawn colour threequarter- length coat, grey tweed trousers, green cap, heavy lace boots. 2nd, age about 30, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., slight build, hair ( inclined to curl) brown, slight moustache sandy; dress, dark grey suit, red tie, cap, button boots). They are stone masons, and were in search of employment, stole the lead, which they tried to dispose of. Information to the Chief Constable, Newcastle- under- Lyme. pair of boots; 1 cap; i silver lever watch, " No. 441942 " inside; 1 silver chain, gold medal with gold centre, attached; and 8s.— JAMES BEVINS, age 30, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., hair brown, bold eyes, scar on one cheek bone, large teeth project, snake tattooed left arm. Supposed a native of Cardiff. Warrant issued. 48— Nuneaton ( C01 nty).— For stealing a bicycle, road racer, 24 in. frame, " No. 63600" under seat, free whe^ l, reversible handle bar, B. S. A. pattern— JOHN SHEVIN, alias JOSEPH HALL, age 24, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion and hair dark; dress, dark suit, greasy. A roundabout attendant; native of Cardiff. ( See Case No. 46, 13th inst.) Warrant issued. Nuneaton ( Cm nip\— For obtainine food and lodgings by false pretences, and stealing a " New Humber" bicycle, 27 in. frame, raised handle bars, usual parts plated, back brake — BERT EDMUNDS alias EDWARDS, age 24, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion pale or sallow, hair and eyes dark, cut mark over right eye; dress, dark blue suit, light grey check overcoat, green tie, brown leggings and boots. He left behind an old bicycle, " Warden " and " B No. 139 " stamped on head. ( See Case No. 47, 13th inst.) Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Evans, Nuneaton. 50. — Stratford- on- Avon ( County).— For stealing, 2nd inst., 16 riding and driving bits; 3 pairs stirrup irons; 1 pair silver spurs and strap with long square necks; 1 pair of horse clippers, by Hampson & Scott; and 1 pair of " Putter" legg- ings— ERNEST WARNER, age 19, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion and eyes dark, hair dark brown; dress, black and white suit, dark cap, heavy lace boots. A native of London. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Lambourne, Stratford- on Avon. WORCES TERSHIRE. 51.— Malvern ( County).— For stealing lead ( recovered)— ARTHUR JAMES, alias GIBBS, age 38, height 5 ft. 4J in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache brown, 2 scars right forearm, cut scar back of left hand, corner of right eye, left temple, and under chin, very plausible. A plum ber; supposed a native of Staffordshire. Has lately been a rag gatherer. Warrant issued. 52.— Malvern ( County).— For leaving his wife and 3 children chargeable to the Upton- on Severn Union— WILLIAM JAMES JINKS age 38, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache brown, tinged with grey, eyes grey does not speak very plain. A bricklayer's labourer native of Malvern. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Male, Malvern. 53.— Oldbury ( County).— For stealing quantity of coal— ERNEST WARWICK, age 21 height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes brown; dress, dirty grey suit, green cap, dark muffler. A boatman ; native of Oldbury. He works on the canal between Aston Manor and Brownhills, Staffs. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hill, Oldbury. brows, centre of forehead, and blue scar left side and across nose, back deformed. A weaver- native of Sheffield. Sentenced at Sheffield City Quarter Sessions, 9th July, 1902, to 5 years penal servitude Jor malicious wounding. Liberated on 2nd licence lst October, 1907, which expires 9th January, 1908. C 402. To be dealt with where found. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Sheffield; PERSONS IN CUSTODY. BUCKINGHAMSHIRE. 56.— Fenny Stratford ( County).— Com- mitted for trial at Bucks Quarter Sessions, 50th inst., for larceny ( till)— WILFRED DIAMOND, alias THOMAS ACTON, TRAVIS, & c., age 42, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion sallow, hair dark brown, eyes hazel, scars centre of forehead, left eye brow, left side of chin, and right middle finger; dress, dark suit and cap, red muffler, military boots, all much worn. A hairdresser; native of Leicester. Previously convicted at Altrincham, Manchester, Poole, Oxford, & c. May be wanted elsewhere. 57 — Fenny Stratford ( C<. untp).— Com- mitted for trial at the next Bucks Assizes for arson— JOHN SMITH, alms JOHN LORDS, GRAHAM, & c., age 27, height 5 ft. 4 in., com- plexion fresh, hair and eyes brown, diagonal scar front left wrist; dress, dark grey jacket and vest, dark striped trousers, grey cap. A carter; native of Todmorden. Previously convicted at Eccles, Liver- pool, Accring^ ton, and Blackburn. May be wanted elsewhere. Information to Supt. Lait, Fenny Stratford. LANCASHIRE. 5*.— Liverpool ( City). — For obtaining money by false pretences ( obtaining commission on forged orders for books)— HENRY STEVENSON, alias STEPANIAN, age 27, height 5 ft. 8 in., slight build, complexion sallow, gaunt features, long sharp nose, hair and moustache black. He canvasses for photographers and book publishers. May be wanted elsewhere. Information to the Head Constable, Liverpool. f& ON TGOMER YSHIRE. 59.— Newtown ( County).— Committed for trial, charged with maliciously breaking a shop window— JAMES DAVIES, age 50, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion swarthy, short round features, hair ( partly bald) brown, eyes blue, scar over left eye and back of left hand. A labourer; native of Shrewsbury. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Newtown. PROPERTY STOLEN. SUSSEX ( East). 45. — Patch am ( County). — For non- pay- ment of £ 4 14s., fine and costs imposed for an offence under the Motor Car Act — HARRY WILLIAM FURLONG, age about 26, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion fresh, hair and mous- May be employed as a chau- tache dark brown, ffeur. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Dalmon, Patcham. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 54.— Sheffield ( City). — For stealing ( servant), 4 sideboards ( recovered) — JOSEPH HEARD, a Jew, age 27, height 5 ft. 2 in., com- plexion dark, hair black, cut scar 2 in. long under left ear, lisps; wearing dark striped jacket and vest, or fancy vest, white soft felt hat, brown button boots. A cabinet maker. Formerly carried on business at Gibraltar Walk, Bethnal Green Road, London. Warrant issued. 55 - Sheffield ( Citv\— For failing to r( port - Licence- holder MATTHEW HOPE, Office No. 711- 06, age 26, height 5 ft. 0| in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes brown, scar both jaws, eye- METROPCLITAH POLICE DISTRICT 60.— Criminal Investigation De- partment— Referring to Case No. 58,19th July last, also stolen, 2 brooches ( 1, a carbuncle, set round with about 24 brilliants with carbuncle pendant, ensigned by brilliants; 1, a gold antique intaglio). 61.— S Division•— 11th inst., 2 watches, ( 1 gold American Waltham hunter, " C. A. M." in monogram on front; 1 lady's gold lever, No. 26364, chased back with initials " I. M.," gold dial and figures). Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitau l'olice Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. CHESHIRE. 62.— Lis card ( County).— 10th inst., an 18 ct. gold hunter lever watch, plain case, " Roskell, Liverpool," on white dial; 1 lady's gold Geneva watch, half hunter case, enamelled numerals on outer case, white dial, black numerals, initials " J. M." on back; 1 lady's old- fashioned gold lever watch, open face, white dial, " J. Norris, Liver- pool," on dial; 1 silver lever watch, hunter case, white dial, very old fashioned, in good order; 1 15 ct. gold scarf ring, chased, set 1 diamond in centre; 1 plain gold oval buckle scarf ring; 1 lady's 18 ct. gold marquise ring, set 15 diamonds; 1 lady's gold rose cluster diamond ring, ruby in centre; 1 lady's plain gold signet ring, initials " J. G. T. thereon; 1 lady's gold gipsy ring, set 3 diamonds; 1 lady's gold diamond brooch, shape of ribbon bow, diamond in centre; 1 pair single stone diamond earrings, clasp at back, claw setting; 1 plain gold 3- bar brooch, set 3 pearls down centre; 1 IS or 18 ct. gold albert, curb pattern, Italian FRIDAY, N O V E M B E R 15, 1907. T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. 5 coin, head of Pope Pius IX., as pendant, in glass; 1 pold amethyst and pearl pendant, chain rope pattern; 1 old fashioned 9 ct. gold neck chain, small link pattern; 1 lady's modern 15 ct. gold neck chain, small link pattern; 1 lady's gold brace- let, curb pattern, links very small, set turquoise and pearls ( 1 pearl missing); 1 lady's gold curb bracelet, padlock fastening, 2 gold charms at- tached, Paris, Eiffel Tower," Maltese Cross, and initials " J. M." thereon; 1 small, plain, thick gold heart, about in. long, 2 miniature photographs ( a gentleman and a boy); 1 small, plain gold heart, about 1 in. long, set 1 pearl; and £ 3 10s. Information to Supt. McDonald, Liscard. ESSEX. 63.— Romforti ( County). — 5th inst., by shopbreaking, an iron safe ( recovered); 3 pair- case silver Verge watches; 2 consular do.; about 42 silver watches, various; 1 gold flexible bracelet watch, glass missing; about 24 pieces of jewellery, various, all out of repair; 2 gold filled Waltham lever hunter watches; 6 ladies' gold watches; 4 do., keyless; 1 gold watch case, empty; 4 ladies' silver and enamel pendant watches, with brooches to match; 6 ladies' silver Geneva watches; 1 small bull's- eye pendant watch; 72 gold brooches, various patterns; 3 gold bracelets, set diamonds and rubies; 1 do., broad, fluted pattern; 6 do., curb pattern; 3 do. bangles; 36 fancy crystal brooches, good quality; 12 crystal crosses and pendants; about 36 gold chains; 14 pairs gold cuff links; 6 sets gold studs; 4 gold photograph pendants; 9 silver match boxes; 1 silver cigarette paper case; 1 silver mounted prayer book; 12 gold necklets; about 24 gold dress rings, various; about 36 18 ct. keeper rings; about 24 9 ct. do.; about 24 wedding rings; about 1 pound of broken silver; about 24 gold scarf pins; 4 spade guineas, in good preservation; 3 old fashioned gold brooches; 1 gold Victoria chain; 1 gold fob chain; 1 lady's snuff box. Information to Supt. Jones, Romford. HAMPSHIRE. 64.— AIdershot ( County).— Information re watch stolen by a MAN, Case No. 70, 18th October ast, cancelled. 65.— Bournemouth ( County).— 14th inst., a lady's small gold watch, open face, white dial, " E. Ilodson" engraved inside case, small gold albert attached; 1 email plain 9 ct. gold brooch; 1 lady's gold keyless lever watch, engraved " E. E. J." entwined on back of case, chased back, gold bar brooch attached ; 1 long gold chain, old fashioned, small links, with 3 charms ( 1 amethyst heart, gold horseshoe, and 1 small gold compass), at- tached; 1 18 ct. gold chain bracelet, padlock at- tached; 1 do. African brooch, shield shape; 1 do. tiger claw brooch, with small gold lion top of claw; 1 lady's small gold keyless watch, plain dial, open face, plain back, in leather wrist strap; 1 lady's keyless gunmetal watch; 1 lady's small do.; 1 green metal hanging bag; 1 silver card case, figured both sides, in a leather case, containing cards, some with " Mr." and some with " Mrs. Hoyle," Roomfield House, Todmorden, Yorks," thereon. Information to Supt. Hack, Bournemouth. LANCASHIRE. 66.— EtSackiittrn ( Borough). — 13th inst., by housebreaking, a gold English lever watch, maker, Roskell, Liverpool; 1 lady's silver half hunter Geneva watch; 6 ladies' gold dress rings ( 1 set coral, 1 ruby claw setting, 1 set 3 garnets ( 1 missing), and pearls, 1 set pearls and garnets, 1 set square rubies, 1 set turquoise, pearls, small chip diamond in centre); 1 do. gold and blue en- amel dress ring, set 6 pearls, diamond in centre; 1 do. old- fashioned gold ring, set crystal, and small do. on each side; 1 do. 18 ct. gold keeper; 1 gold dress ring, set 4 flat garnets; 1 gold signet ring, set red stone; 1 gold brooch, true lover's knot pat- tern, with gold heart as pendant, set pearls, rubies, and emeralds; 2 do., made of 2 pairs of earrings; 1 do., filigree pattern; 1 gold horseshoe brooch; 1 small old- fashioned gold do., human hair in front; 1 small gold do., set amethyst; 1 gold pansy do., ruby fly thereon; 1 gold do., set 3 rubies; 1 long gold do., snake tail pattern ; 1 large gold do., photograph of gentleman in centre; 1 cameo do., set between 2 gold hearts, safety chain attached; 1 silver filigree do., lily pattern; 1 round silver do., " Eva- line " thereon; 1 old- fashioned silver do., sunflower and daisy pattern; 1 silver filigree brooch, silver network hanging from a bar; 1 gold locket, with raised gold letters, " E. V. A.," on back; 1 do., set with 3 emeralds ( 1 missing) in the form of a sham- rock; 1 gold do., containing photographs of a lady and gentleman; 1 do., form of satchel, photo- graph of lady inside; 1 small gold heart- shape locket, photograph of a lady inside; 1 silver locket, " Jesq'" on back: 1 gold pendant, set corals, and diamond in centre; 1 do., set crystals, and amethyst in oentre; 1 garnet do., gold back, photograph of a gentleman inside; 1 gold cross, engraved; 1 pair gold fringe earrings, set rubies; 1 do. small gold round earrings, raised ball in centre; 1 do. long do.; 1 do. screw coral do.; 1 do. gold screw do., set 1 blue stone in each; 1 lady's gold chain, heavy round circular links; 1 do. 18 ct gold chain, gold compass, ball shape, attached; silver neck chain, large flat links, joined with rings 1 thin gold necklet; 1 silver necklet, large douole links, silver ball on each link; 1 very old gold bracelet, set turquoise; 1 gold bangle, cable pat- tern; 1 pair folding eyeglasses, gold frames; South African war medal ( 2 clasps), " J. H. Jack son, Cape Mounted Rifles," round edge; 1 hand painted oval miniature, gold back, photo graph of man dressed in Georgian period; 1 silver match case, " R. J." engraved thereon; 1 gold pencil case— Suspicion is attached to TWO MEN ( lst age about 30, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion fair, moustache light; wearing dark fawn overcoat and cap. 2nd, age about 30, height 5 ft. 6 in. hair dark brown; wearing dark overcoat, black hard felt hat, supposed carrying a small bag). Information to the Chief Constable, Blackburn 67 .-- Salford ( Borough).— 11th inst., by shopbreaking, a silver Geneva watch, marked in side outer case; 1 silver do., makers, Farringdon Watch Co.; 1 silver keyless do., supposed marked inside outer case; 1 silver Geneva do., capped; silver keyless do.; 3 silver Geneva do. with marks inside outer cases; 1 silver Waltham do., No 0975667; 1 silver keyless do.; 1 silver Geneva do. 1 silver English lever, maker, Ward, Liverpool 1 silver English lever, maker's name and " Birken head " on dial; 1 silver Geneva do.; 1 silver do. maker, " Russell, Liverpool," marked inside outer case; 1 large silver chronograph, marked " TL/-" 1 silver Geneva watch; 6 new silk handkerchiefs bird's- eye and snowflake pattern; 1 new small wood alarum clock, marked on back; 1 pair of field glasses; 2 pairs of opera glasses. 14th inst., by housebreaking, a lady's gold ( sup- posed 15 ct.) keyless lever watch, No. 48365 " Russell, Liverpool," on works, white dial, gold hands, engraved cases, monogram " A. R. M." on back of case, a lady's long 9 ct. gold guard, belcher pattern, with pillar links every 4 inches, broken near centre, attached; 1 9 ct. gold fine link neck- lace, with heart shape amber pendant, surrounded by pearls ; 1 lady's 9 ct. gold dress ring, set 3 pearls and 2 sapphires, 1 pearl missing; 1 15 ct. gold bar brooch, set pearls; 1 set of 4 plain silver salt cellars and spoons in case; 2 silver serviette rings, beaded edge; 1 9 ct. gold bangle, set pearls, gradu- ated ; 1 9 ct. gold bangle, engraved; 1 case contain ing engraved silver jam spoon and butter knife. 15th inst., by shopbreaking, a 9 ct. gold single albert, large belcher pattern, weight, 95 oz.; do. double albert, curb and roller pattern, weight 1* 71 oz.; 1 do., weight 1 ' 91 oz.; 1 do., long link curb pattern, weight ' 98 oz.; 1 do., small link pattern, weight 106 oz.; 1 do., curb and roller pattern, weight 1' 21 oz.; 1 do., weight 1' 45 oz.; 1 do., close curb pattern, weight 1' 5 oz.; 1 do., long link pattern, weight 173 oz.; 1 do., dog link pattern, weight 1' 52 oz.; 1 do., plain polished, weight ' 68 oz.; 1 do., plain pillars, weight ' 89 oz.; 1 do., close curb pattern, weight 1' 31 oz.; 1 do., single albert, curb and knot pattern,' weight 109 oz.; 1 do. double albert, belcher pattern, weight ' 59 oz.; 1 do. single albert, close curb pat- tern, weight ' 85 oz.; 1 do., double albert, open curb pattern, weight 1 " 33 oz.. ( all new). Information to the Chief Constable, Salford. NO TTINGHA MS HIRE. 68.— Nottingham ( County). — 11th inst., by housebreaking at West Bridgford, a lady's gold watch, gold dial, initials " C. S." on back; 1 do. chain., long link pattern, pendant with miniature of boy painted thereon, attached; 1 silver English lever watch, chased back, white dial, gold hands, No. 2501; 1 gold colour metal cased watch with seconds hand; 1 lady's gold keeper ring, " Mizpah" thereon; 1 lady's marquise ring, diamond shape; 1 do. gold ring, set 5 rubies; 1 gold ring, diamond in claw setting; 1 gold expanding ring, curb chain pattern, set diamond; 1 gold pin, horseshoe pat- tern, diamond set in silver; 1 do., coral stone set in centre with pearls around; 1 do., oval, set ruby, diamond, and sapphire, forming shamrock leaf : 1 do., single pearl; 1 do., ruby in centre; 1 gold brooch, set turquoise; 1 do., plain centre, chased round edges, size of a 4s. piece: 1 gold screw stud, diamond in centre; 1 pair plain gold stud earrings; 1 gold pencil case, telescopic; 1 do. tooth- pick. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Nottingham. RUTLANDSHIRE. 69.— Rutland ( County).— 15th inst., by bnr- glary at Barleythorpe, a red travelling bag with contents : 1 round silver tobacco box : 1 oval do.; 1 small round gold box, with miniature of a lady; 1 silver elastic bandbox, marked with a coronet and " L."; 3 bunches of gold seals on gold ring; 1 fox's head gold and silver seal; 1 large gold pencil; 1 small silver full- rigged ship; 1 do. pony and cart, with person driving; 1 do. Dutch boat with sails; 1 silver ash tray; 1 do., with a hare for handle; 1 gold do.; 1 do. cigar piercer; 1 do. cutter; 1 silver cigarette box, opens both sides; 1 do., with a fox and " Brigstock " thereon; 1 gold do., inscribed " From Princess Louise"; 1 do., marked " Wilhelm I. R." in diamonds; 1 silver cigarette case, marked " Lonsdale" in yellow, red and blue; 1 do., marked " Earl of Lonsdale, 14, Carlton House Terrace"; 1 do., with yacht flag signals thereon; 1 do. set " L. L." in diamonds; 1 oxidised silver medal; 1 do., smaller; 1 silver match box with portrait of a gentleman; 2 do.; 2 amber gold- mounted match boxes; 1 gold cigarette case, ' Lons- dale " in diamonds thereon; 1 amber cigar holder with ring of diamonds; 1 do., with lizard thereon; 1 gold match box, cigar holder, cigarette holder, and cigar cutter, set diamonds and sapphires; 1 small glass horseshoe, set rubies; 1 gold " Checken" pin cushion; 1 round silver box, with flowers on top ( most of the articles are marked with his lord- ship's coronet). A motor car of the following des- cription was seen near the house, long body, choco- late or slate colour, drab or khaki colour hood, fitting well over front, Palmer back tyres, non- skidding near front tyre, off front tyre smooth. Has been traced through Uppenham, Kettering, and Rushden, the latter place at 7.20 a. m. 15th inst., proceeding in the direction of London. Information to the Chief Constable of Rutland, Oakham. SUSSEX ( East). 70.— Brighton ( Borough). — 8th inst., a " Rudge- Whitworth" bicycle, No. 370380, free wheel, back pedalling brake, 26 in. sloping frame, 26 in. wheels, drop handle bars, dark grips, rat- trap pedals, Rudge- Whitworth saddle and tyres, mud guards, " Walter Day " on plate on frame; 1 blue travelling rug with green and red stripes forming squares, marked " Rose Clarence "; 1 black mackintosh knee apron, marked " Rose, Clarence"; 1 dark grey overcoat, black bone buttons, velvet collar, dark lining, usual pockets. Information to the Chief Constable, Brighton. WILTSHIRE. 71— Swindon ( Oounty).— 9th inst., by shopbreaking, 6 9 ct. gold guards ( 1 belcher and fancy, weight 19 dwt. 23 gr.; 1 diamond bit, 1 oz. 3 dwt. 5 gr.; 1 faceted secret, 18 dwt. 10 gr.; 1 round belcher, 18 dwt.; 1 Spanish tie, 16 dwt. 15 gr.; 1 do., 12 dwt. 18 gr.); 6 9 ct. gold alberts ( 1 single fancy, weight 8 dwt. 9 gr.; 1 dog link, 1 oz. 5 dwt. 6 gr.; 1 graduated curb, 1 oz. 10 dwt. 10 gr.; 1 do., 1 oz. 15 dwt. 10 gr.; 1 double dog link and roller, 1 oz. 2 dwt. 22 gr.; 1 square fetter and Spanish tie, 17 dwt. 11 gr.); 13 9 ct. gold keeper rings, scratched inside as follows : 1 " 10- 1," 2 " 10- 2," 4 " 10- 6," 1 " 10- 7," 1 ' 10- 13," 1 " 10 14," 1 " 10- 15," 1 " 10- 16," 1 " 10- 19 "; 1 18 ct. do. keeper, marked " 8- 8." Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Swindon. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 72.— Bradford ( County).— Between 14th and 15th inst., by housebreaking, at Farsley, a small gold pin, set diamond in centre, surrounded with 8 pearls in form of square; 1 small round gold pin, diamond in centre; I nickel voltmeter'"; 40 damaged pennies and half- pennies. 15th inst., by housebreaking, at East Brierley, a lady's 9 ct. gold watch, engraved case, gold dial and pointers, maker Fattorini, Bradford; 1 lady's 9 ct. gold plain chain, small round links; 2 tooth- picks; 2 watchkeys, set coloured stones; 1 heart, engraved; 1 water can; 1 gold oval pendant with photograph of a boy inside, all 9 ct. gold, attached; 1 9 ct. gold curb bracelet; 1 gold expanding brace- let; 1 small 9 ct. gold necklet and photograph pendant ; 1 silver crescent brooch, set Paris diju- monds; 1 silver necklet and locket, " Little- Bo- Peep" thereon; 1 lady's old silver Geneva watch; 1 pair gold earrings, diamond in each ring and drop. Information to Supt. Morley, Bradford. PROPERTY RECOVERED. FIFESHIRE. 73.— Cupar ( County).— Silver cup, Case No. 68, 5th July la6t, and thieves arrested. T H E POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY. DECEMBER 20. 1907. ANIMALS, & c., STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 74 - M Division.— 10th inst., a dark bay gelding, 16 hands, 6 years, half bred, white star on forehead and stripe saddle mark off side, and collar mark near shoulder, sores top of head and off fore leg, splint on near fore leg, medium mane and tail, in good condition; an old bridle and bearing rein. 75. — N Division. — 13th inst., a black Welsh mare, 6 years, 14 hands, white blaze down face, medium mane and tail, no shoes. In fair condition. 76.— P Division•— 14th inst., a dark bay mare, 15 hands, aged, middle clipped out, hair rubbed off each side and off fore fetlock, short mane and tail, docked, in fair condition; a set of black harness, plain brass mounts, near side breeching broken and tied with string; a Stratford cart, painted chocolate colour, picked out dark red, near side rail broken, felloes of each wheel slightly parted, rubber tyres, " Potter, Stratford," I on wheel caps, 2 cushions, drab cloth one side, j black leather the other. 77.— S Division.— 3rd inst., 2 horses. ( 1 bay gelding, 15 hands 2 or 3 in., short mane, docked, hair of tail twists slightly, shelly feet, white star on forehead, shod in front; 1 bay mare, 8 years, 16 hands, long mane and switch tail, black points, no shoes, blistered all round), both in good con- dition. 78.— V Divisinr*.—" nd inst., a dark brown mare, aged, 15 hands, white star on forehead, hoth hind fetlocks white, rough coat, medium mane, rat tail, tongue hangs out. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. PERSONS or BODIES FOUND HER TF ORDSHIRE. 79.— Watford { County).— nied suddenly in a common lodging house, 11th inst.— CHARLES WIFFEN, age 73, height 5 ft. 3i in., very slight build, complexion dark, hair grey, eyes blue, rup tured, wore a truss; dress, old dark clothes. Had a pedlar's certificate in above name, issued at Ayles- burv. 24th May, 1907. A verdict of death from natural causes was returned at the inquest. Information to Supt. Wood, Watford. APPREHENSIONS. 80.— Metropolitan Police District, Convict Suiter- vis inn Office-— licence- holder CHARLES SHORTER, Office No. 1859- 07, Tabular Form, 6th inst., and current List of Re- convictions. 81.— Metropolitan Police District. L Division.— ALBERT DAYEY, Case No. 4, b'th inst. Cheshire, S t a I y b r id g e ( Borough).— JOSEPH CHAPMAN, Case No. 39, 29th ult., and property recovered. 83. — Hertfordshire, St. Alban's ( City). — FREDERICK FIKLD, alias HART, Cass No. 26, 18th October last, at Morpeth, North- umberland. at— Lancashire, Southport ( Boroughi.— — MITCHKLL, correct name THOMAS tiOODALU Case No. 39, 8th ult.. and sentenced at Liverpool, 10th inst, to 18 months imprisonment. 85.— Worcestershire, Oldbury ( County).- JOSEPH ROBERTSON, Case No. 51, 13th inst. 86 — Yorkshire ( East Riding), Hull ( City).— Licence- holder GEORGW SMITH, Office No. 1670- 07, Case No. 60, 8th ult., at Bel- fast, on a charge of loitering. S7.— Yorkshire ( North Riding), Scarborough ( Borough). — CHARLES HENRY KENT, Case No. 56, 15th November, 1907. 88.— Yorkshire, ( West Riding). Go** le < tlwinty^. — Licence- ho'd^ r J AMES McFARLANE, Office No. 3423- 99, Case No. 56, 25th October, 1907, and sentenced at Glasgow, 12th inst., to 3 months hard labour for failing to report. 89 — Yorkshire ( West Riding), Otley ( Cowitv).— HERBERT WALTON, alias WARu and RWVSON, Case No. 33, 14th August, 1903. 90.- Yorkshire ( West Riding), Pantefract t County).— HEDLEY PRIEST- LEY, Case No. 55, 18th January, 1907. 91 - Yorkshire ( West Riding), Pontefract ( County).— — LEE, Case No. 59, 14th June last, and CHARLES EDWARD TAYLOR, Case No. 57, 25th October last. LATEST INFORMATION. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT, METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 92.— w Division.— For stealing a brown mare, 15^ hands, swollen hocks, clipped, short mane ard tail, in fair condition ; a set of braes mounted harness, and a costermonger's cart, paint- ed blue, " T. W. White, Southend, Croydon," thereon— LEONARD LAMBERT, age 30, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion, hair and moustache dark, eyes brown, " G. L. L." and rose in blue ink right forearm ; dress, dark coat and vest, light trousers and cap.— GEORGW SMITH, alias TALBOT, age 26, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache dark, eyes brown, butterfly front of left forearm, girl front of right forearm ; dress, dark overcoat, double breasted, light trousers and cap, lace boots. Natives of Croydon. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. PERSON JN_ CUSTODY. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 93.— Criminal Investigation De- partment.— Remanded till 26th inst., charged with obtaining £ 160 by false pretences — RODERICK LOGAN nENNIE, alias CAPTAIN W. H. RENNIE. H. G. HILL, and CAPTAIN SCOTT, age 33, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, thin face, hair ( thin on top) sandy, clean shaved, eyes blue. He has represented himself as a Captain of the 19th Hussars, also of the 7th Dragoon Guards ; obtained furnished houses by false references at Tyler's Green, Bucks, Shore- ham, Hove, Totteridge, and supposed elsewhere. Jbad a bogus motor car company at Brighton. Information to be forwarded to the Metropoli- tan Police Office, New Scotland, S. W. PROPERTY JSTOLEN. OXFORDSHIRE . 94.— Oxford ( City).— 17th inst., a " Cripto " bicycle, enamelled black, plated rims, splasher on front mudguard, rubber pedals, straight handle bars, back pedalling and thumb brakes, can be used as a fixed or free wheel by moving an appliance attached to back hub ; 1 overcoat, grey herring bone Scotch tweed, single breasted, fly front. Information to the ' hief Constable. Oxford. List of Lioenoe Holders, Supervisees, Expirees, who have been re- apprehended, for the week ending December 14th, 1907, with the results, otc. Divisions ! Office concerned.! No. NAME. Sentence. Date and Place. Fresh Offence with which charged. Re- convicted in Name of E, T. ( J, L. H. E, H. A. D, H, K. L. J. K. H. H. u J, K, V. M. W. H. K. 0, L. R. M. 267- 02 CALLAGHAN, JAMES 812- 99 CAROLAN, ALBERT J. 293- 05 CRONIN, MICHAEL 875- 02 JENKINS, THOMAS 832- 07 JONES, CHARLES 315- 99 KENDRICK, FREDERICK WILLIAM 1927- 01 KING, HENRY 1705- 98 2798- 98 458- 00 MARNEY, EDWARD MINES, STEPHEN PICKErr, THOMAS 618- 02SCHOFIELD, JOSEPH 18 .9- 07 SHORTER, CHARLES 3318- - 01 SMITH, GEORGE 3163 - 97 STEVENS, HENRY 105- - 07 VARNEY, JOHN 909 - 02 WHITE, ARTHUR 3016 - 12 WILKINSON, GEORGE 2052 - 00 WILSON, HENRY 1. 7 days h. l. 2. 1 month h. l. Fined £ 10 or 2 months imprisonment 5 years p. » . 3 mouths h. l. i 12 months h. l. 21 days h. l. 6 months h. l. 5 years p. s. 5 years p. s. ; 3 months h. l. 6 years p. s. 9 months h. l. 5 years p. s. 6 months h. l. 3 months h. l. 6 months h. l. 2 months h. l. 3 years p. s. 15th Dec., Alton P. Ct. 5th Dec., Bristol P. Ct. 13th Dec., C. C. Ct. 14th Die., Thames P. Ct. Uth Dec., C. C. Ct. 9th Dec., N. L. P. Ct. 13th Dec., West Ham Boro' Sens. 10th Dec., C. C. Ct. 10th Dac, C. C. Ct. 4th Dec., S. W. P. Ct. 11th Dac., C. C. Ct. 12th Dec., Greenwich P. Ct. 11th Dec., S. L. Sess. 10th Dec., Thames P. Ct. 9th Die., West Ham P. Ct. 12th DJC., Marlborough St. P. Ct. 9th Dec., Woolwich P. Ct. 11th Dec., S. L. Sess. 1. Unlawful peddl- ing 2. Failing to report Sending an inde- cent postcard Assault with intent to rob Suspected person Shopbreaking Drunk and assault on Police Possessing house- breaking imple- ments Larceny ( person) Uttering & possess- ing counterfeit coin Larceny ( till) Breaking & entering a stable Failing to report Larceny ( person) Assault Suspected person Larceny ( person) Assault Housebreaking IAMES COLLI NGS ARTHUR JOHN CARO- LAN 10HN BRO. VN Same Name Same Name Same Name Sane Name Same Name STEPHEN CONNELL THOMAS TAYLOR Same Name Same Name JAMES JONES Same Name Same Name WALTER WYATT Same Name THOMAS JOHNSON Name and Division of Officer. P. C. Watt*, 781K ; also P. S. Brown, C. I. D., K. P. C. Pryke. 769K ; also P. S. Budge, C. I. D , E. P. C. Taylor, 205C ; also P. S. Sharp. C. I D., N. P. C. Diamond, 311 J. P. C. Martin, 151 K ; also P. S. Eustace, C. I. D., K. Det.- Cjnstable Wise, City ; also P. C. Housden, 82 H. P. C. Quirrinton, 278E ; also P. C. Stevens, C. I. D , E. P. C. Sborey, 627V ; also P. S. Harvev, C. I. D., V. P. C. Hyde, C. I. D., J ; aiso P. C. Gold: n, 765 K. P. C. Helby and P. S. McPnerson. C. I. D., R. P. C. Small, 50L ; also P S. Pike, C. I. D., L. P. C. Sandall, 14HR ; also P. C. Smith, C. I. D.. H. P. C. Payne. C. I. D., K ; also P. C. Fris- by, 11KR P. C. De Pledge, 48DR ; also P. C. Collis, 309F. P. C. Saunders-, 126R ; also P. S. Tar- bard, C. I. D., R. P. C. Charlton, 283P. an 1 P. C. 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