PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, JUNE 26, 1908. VOL. XXV., No. 2556. i. 2. 3. 4. aui. All communications for insertion in the POLICE GAZETTE, and all communi- cations relating to them, should be addressed to THE EDITOR OF THE POLICE GAZETTE, NEW SCOTLAND YABD, LONDON, S. W. Particulars concerning persons whose apprehension is sought will be inserted in one is3ue of the POLICE GAZETTE, if they are sufficient to enable action to be taken upon them by another force. Particulars 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. R. Portraits of persons whose apprehension is sought for serious offences, and engravings of stolen property, will be inserted at a cost of 7s. per portrait, and of 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. 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. 6. LTIONS. 7. Announcements concerning stolen property must be guaranteed by an officei 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 or 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 announce- ment will be wholly responsible for any proceedings which may result from such publication. 11 Announcements for the Friday issue should be forwarded so as to be received not later than noon on Wednesday, and for the Tuesday edition not later than Saturday morning. They must be clearly written on one side of the 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 Office. 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) wi 11 be given on application. THE EDITOR, New Sootland Yard, London, S. W SPECIAL NOTICE. The following is a copy of the order which governd 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 of property or the detection of crime, whether printed and issued by the Aletropolitan 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. ( i) The conditions on which it is payable. ( e) The name and address of the person by whom it will be paid. ( d) 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 ou its return without the offender being brought to trial, or without enquiry. Attention is particularlydirected to the conditions ( a) to ( d), clause 1, as Poiiee 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.— There 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 REW A RD. STOLE N. 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 nraount 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 offering rewards or otherwise should have the Printer's name and address thereon, as required by the Act 32 and 33 Vic., cap. 21 (" see second Schedule re- enacting gee. 2 of 2 and 3 Vic., cap. 1?). APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 1.— C Division.— For obtaining £ 1 by false pretences ( worthless cheques, on Feltham's Bank, 96 Victoria Street, S. W.)— CAPTAIN JUSTICE, alias COX, YATES, and HARDY, age 39 to 42, height 5 ft. 10J ( in., stout build, complexion bronzed, hair black, eyes dark, finger nails bitten almost to quicks; dress, black rough faced morning coat and vest ( braided edges), dark striped trousers, silk hat, or flannel suit, straw hat. Warrant issued. 2.— D Division.— For stealing 2 oil paintings and an Afghan medal, " Henderson " thereon— MARY MURRAY, age about 60, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion sallow, hair grey, eyes ( small) dark, loud squeaky voice, broken accent; usually wears black clothing. Warrant issued. 3.— W Division.— For stealing 2 Indies gold dress rings; and £ 10— ALBERT JAMES, alias FISHER, age 29, height 5 ft. 2 in., complexion fresh, hair black, eyes hazel, woman riffht fore- arm, 2 women, " Emily" and " Maud" under- neath in blue ink, left forearm ; dress, black jacket, istrip of braid on sleeves, blue guernsey, ( blue trousers and cap. A native of London. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. CITY OF LONDON. 4.— For stealing ( servant), £ 42 19s., 30th ult.— JOHN STUART SCOTT, age 32, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fair, hair and moustache light, eyes blue, aquiline nose, slightly flat on one side; dress, dark grey morning coat, black and white fancy vest, grey striped trousers, dark tie, hard felt hat, lace boots. A tailor's salesman; native of London. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Supt. Stark, 26 Old Jewry, E. C. CHESHIRE. v 5.— Hazel Grove ( County).— For house- breaking, 12th inst., at Cheadle, and stealing a pair of patent leather boots; 1 pair dress trousers, " Brown k Sons" on buttons; 1 pair dark grey trousers, " Beaty Bros." on buttons; 1 pair light striped trousers; 1 dark grey Chesterfield over- coat; 1 black coat and vest, wide ribbed cloth, cloth buttons ( bottom button missing), " Beaty Bros." on tab; 1 black vest, low front, cloth buttons; 1 grey striped woollen shirt; 1 woollen undervest; 2 tennis shirts; 1 pair merino socks— A MAN, age 30 to 34, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., complexion and hair ( cut short) very dark, thin features, left knee turns slightly inward; wearing the stolen clothing, which would be too large for him. He left behind an old grey jacket, vest with blue paint thereon, grey tweed trousers; 1 shirt; 1 pair browr> woollen socks; 1 collar and front. Information to Supt. McHale, Hazel Grove. 6.— Oakmere ( County).— For shopbreaking, 19th inst., at Eddisbury, and stealing a grey cotton cloth, machine hemmed with black cotton; 1 table knife, with white bone handle, and a tin opener— THREE MEN ( 2, age 20 to 22, height about 5 ft. 6 in.; 1, age about 20, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., hunch back or stoops very much), all sunburnt and wearing dark clothing. Armearance of tramps. Information to Supt. Beeley, Oakmere. 7.— Runcorn ( County).— For obtaining 5s. by false pretences, 8th inst.— JAMES HOGAN, an Irishman, age 28 to 30, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in,, complexion ( ruddy) fresh, clean shaved, teeth decayed, appearance of a groom; dress, dark grey tweed suit, dark cap, blue muffler, lace boots. A farm labourer. He stated he was getting married and arranged for 2 carriages for the following day, at the same time obtained 5s. on the pretence that he had just left the Navy, and was not paid off. May be found working at farm houses. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Ertnion, Runcorn. 8. —- M a C C le S f ield ( Borough).— For stealing from a public house, 7th inst., a lady's 18 ot. plain gold signet ring, shield shape, en- graved " W. B. T."; 1 18 ct. plain weddinsr ring, narrow band on inside, set diamond— Licence- holder ROBERT GEORGE WILTON, Office No. 1403- 01 ( Case No. 26, Current issue), age 29, height 5 ft. 6t in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes brown ( inflamed), scar right of fore- head and left eyebrow, several moles back of neck; dress, dark blue suit, blue tie. A native of Bir- mingham. Had in his possession a basket. Hawks hosiery, & c. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Macclesfield. DENBIGHSHIRE. 9.— Denbigh ( County).— For failing to sur- render to his bail at Ruthin Assizes, 2nd inst., charged with stealing building materials— THOMAS EVANS, age 32, height about 5 ft., oomplexion fresh, hair and moustache dark brown, eye6 blue, slightly knock- kneed, tattooed back of left hand, " T. E." and several blue dots left fore 2 T H E POLICE GAZETTE. TUESDAY, JUNE 246, 1908. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT tumtiw** A — arm, supposed a yacht on right forearm; dress, grey suit. A tailor, motor traction driver, and cycle fitter. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Jones, Denbigh. DEVONSHIRE. 10.— Exeter ( City).— For stealing ( by trick), 5th inst., 2 ladies' three- quarter length jackets ( 1 dark grey rainproof, storm collar, tab underneath, double- breasted, 4 large black buttons on each side, " Motor Car" on buttons, patch pockets, cuffs on sleeves; 1 very dark grey Chesterfield, narrow collar, double cape, cuffs on sleeves, 4 small buttons to match)— TWO WOMEN ( lst, age about 45, medium height, inclined to stout, artificial teeth; dress, three- quarter length jacket, black dress, black hat and veil, long gold oolour albert around neck, wear- ing 2 or 3 rings. 2nd, age 26 to 28, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., hair dark brown; dress, dark greenish coat and skirt, carried a small Pomeranian dog. [ See Casie No. 21, lst ult.]). They took lodgings, oalled on a tradesman, selected goods to be sent on approval, intercepted the person delivering the goods, obtained possession of the jackets, and de- camped. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Exeter. ESSEX. 11. — Braintree ( County).— For stealing, 18th inst., a pneumatic bicycle, black enamelled, " North Road " handle bars, new tyres ( 1 Palmer, 1 Oxford), front brake, pump, bell, tool bag, tiger's head each side of saddle— A MAN, age about 40, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion, hair, and moustache dark; dress, dark jacket and vest, black hard felt hat. Information to Supt. Terry, Braintree. GLAMORGANSHIRE. 12.— Cardiff ( City).— For fraudulent conversion of 5s.— ARTHUR OAK, age 33, height 5 ft. 6 in., slight build, complexion sallow, full forehead, hair dark brown, moustache auburn, heavy eyebrows ( joined), eyes blue, smart appearance and good address; dress, dark suit, light cap, lace boots. An agent or canvasser; native of London. He is an active member of the " International Order of Good Templars," and invariably makes himself known to the Secretaries of the Order. Warrant issued. 13 - Cardiff ( City).— For larceny— THOMAS FITZGERALD, age about 45, height 5 ft. 2 in., slim build, complexion fresh, thin face, hair brown, small moustache auburn; dress, dark greasy cloth- ing, muffler and cap. A cattle drover; native of Newport. Well known in South Wales and Mon- mouthshire, works for dealers and butchers. Warrant issued. 14 — Cardiff ( City).— For absconding with ' workhouse clothing— BRIDGET FLYNN, age 55, height 5 ft., complexion fresh, oval face, hair dark; dress, grey shawl, blue serge bodice and skirt, black sailor hat. Well known at Pontypridd and Aberdare.— HELEN LEARY, age 27, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair dark; supposed wearing the Union clothing. Well known at Barry.— FRANCIS SHORJ, age 65, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion pale, oval face, hair grey, sup- posed clean shaved; dress, dark tweed suit, cap, blucher boots. A labourer. All clothing stamped " Cardiff Union Workhouse." Warrants issued. Information to the Acting Head Constable, Cardiff. GL OUCES TERSHIRE. 15 — Cheltenham ( County).— For embezzling £ 2— DENNIS HOPE, age 25, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion sallow, hair light, clean shaved, eyes sunken, bad front teeth, Birmingham accent; dress, light grey broad striped flannel suit, light green cap, purple socks, brown shoes. In possession of a large brown portmanteau ( rather shabby) and a brown paper parcel, containing clothes. A tailor's manager; native of Wednesbury. Ab- sconded 9th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hopkins, Cheltenham. 16.— Bristol ( City).'— For stealing from her lodgings, 29th ult., a lady's gold dress ring, set diamonds in centre, ruby on each side; ill 10s.— KITTY ARCHER, alias GRAY, age 40 to 45, height about 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, of good address. She left Worcester on lst inst., and was then wearing a long brown motor coat with fur cuffs and collar, large blue hat trimmed blue and two quills, brown veil, comb in back of hair, gold bracelet, carried a small bag. Stated she was a native of Great Malvern, and was motoring with her 2 brothers from there to London, and then to Bath, where the car had broken down. ( See Case No. 21, 19th inst.) Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, Bristol. HAMPSHIRE. 17. An do Ver ; County).— For obtaining money by false pretences— C. SEYMOUR, age 45 to 50, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion aark; dxess, brown jacket, dark trousers, brown Alpine hat, carried a black bag and mackintosh. He called upon bakers and represented that he travelled for a firm at Lewisham. Warrant issued. 18.— Andover ( County). — For stealing a bicycle— ERNEST WYATT, age 20, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair light, eye6 grey. A native of Tottenham. Is a deserter from the Middlesex Regiment; wearing uniform. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Bowles, Andover. 19.— Portsmouth ( Borough).— For deserting his wife and family, 14th April last— HARRY JAMES HILL, alias HILTON, HORTON, and LISNEY, age 43, height 5 ft. 10£ in., complexion fresh, hair ( turning grey) dark, moustache ginger, eyes dark brown, bunch of flowers tattooed left forearm; dress, dark jacket, light check vest, white cord trousers, dark muffler and cap. Has served in the Navy, may be employed as a labourer. Warrant issued. 20— Portsmouth ( Borough).— For converting £ 82 12s. 5d. ( monies of the Operative Bricklayers' Society), to his own use, 10th April last— WIL- LIAM T. TILLEY, age about 38, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion and moustache dark, may be clean shaved. A bricklayer. Absconded about 2 months ago. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Portsmouth. 21 — Southampton ( Borough).— For stealing 3 pictures ( recovered)— WILLIAM SHEA, age 30, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion dark, hair and moustache dark brown; wearing old clothes, carried a dark overcoat. A carver and gilder; native of Chelsea, London. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Southamp- ton. HER TFORDSHIRE. 22.— Hertford ( County).— For abduction of a girl under 16 years of age— WILLIAM LACEY, age 43 ( looks much older), height 5 ft. 7 in., com- plexion sallow, hair ( turning grey) brown, eyes grey; dress, new grey suit, grey mixture cap, new white cricketting shirt, new brown lace boots. Is a Sergeant of the 4th Battalion Bedfordshire Regi- ment ( Militia). Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Foster, Hertford. KENT. 23. — Rochester ( City).— For forging and uttering a banker's cheque for £ 2, 4th inst.— A. C. ROBINSON, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., slight build, thin face, hair and moustache light brown, well spoken, smart ap- pearance; dress, brown lounge suit, bowler hat. Stated he was a captain in the Army Service Corps. ( Identical with Man, Case Nos. 1, 29, and 39, 29th ult., and Case No. 32, current issue.) Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Rochester. 24 — Tunbridge Wells ( Borough).— For stealing, 15th inst., a black mare, 14 to 15 hands, weak on front legs, short tail, in fair condition; a 4- wheel trolley, painted blue, yellow lines, brass metal caps, new brake, seat with rail about 6 ins. high— WALTER RAYNER, alias LEE, age 27, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion sallow, hair dark brown, eyes brown, thick eyebrows; dress, grey mixture suit and cap, brown boots. A coster monger; native of Tunbridge Wells. Is in posses- sion of a Pedlar's certificate, issued at Tunbridge Wells, 15th April, 1908. He usually obtains a livelihood by selling flowers in the Southern and Western Counties'. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constabte, Tunbridge Wells. LANCASHIRE. 25. — inversion ( County). — For stealing ( bailee) £ 37 18s. 6d., 4th inst'.— MAY JONES, age 24 or 25, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion pale, hair and eyes dark; dress, grey tweed costume, coat lined red silk, black straw hat, trimmed black feathers at back, carried a violet silk scarf. A nurse; native of Westminster, London; lately employed at the Ulverston Cottage Hospital. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Whittaker, Ulverston. 26 — Manchester ( City). — For failing to report— Licence- holder ROBERT GEORGE WIL TON, Office No. 1403- 01, age 29, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes brown, scar right of forehead and on left eyebrow, several moles back of neck. A cook; native of Birmingham. Sentenced at Preston Quarter Ses- sions, 9th August, 1904, to 5 years penal servitude for housebreaking. Licensed 9th ult. e 362. To be dealt with where found.— CHARLES SMITH 1IANLON, alias ARTHUR COOPER, FRANK SMITH, CHARLES HOWARD, GEORGE ROLAND, GUY HARDIE, HERBERT LOWE, and WILLIAM BARNES, Office No. 1264- 07, age 54, height 5 ft. 8J in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown ( partly bald), eyes brown, scar right eyebrow and back of neck. A native of New York. Sentenced at Bolton Quarter Sessions, 26th October, 1903, to 5 years penal servitude for re- ceiving. Licensed 27th July, 1907. E O d 235. To be dealt with where found. Information to the Chief Constable, Manchester. 27.— Liverpool ( City).— For failing to report - Licence- holder THOMAS HOARE, Office No. 1908- 07, age 26, height 5 ft. 4J in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes hazel, anchor right forearm, scar right wrist, dot back left hand. A native of Limerick. Sentenced by General Court Martial at Pretoria, South Africa, 16th May, 1903, to 6 years penal servitude for mutiny. Licensed lst November, 1907. D 463. To be dealt with where found. Information to the Head Constable, Liverpool. 28.— Barrow- in- Furness ( Borough).— For stealing a bicycle, & c. ( recovered)— JAMES HARTSHORN, age 32, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., slight build, complexion pale, thin features, hair sandy, clean shaved; wearing dark clothing, shabby. A native of Barrow- in- Furness. ( See Case No. 32, 12th inst.) Information to the Chief Constable, Barrow- in- Furness. 29. — St. Helens ( Borough).— For stealing from his lodgings, Nth inst., a pair of brown boots, size 8, medium toes, fancy toe caps, " True- form Boot Co." on tab; 1 rair brown leather leg- gings, strap fastening; 1 lady's silver Geneva watch; 1 lady's silver albert, tassel and coffee pot charm attached; and 1 pair boots, size 9, square toes — Licence- holder ERNEST WILLIAM HOBBS, alias EDWARD JAMES, ERNEST WILLIAMS, HOLLIS, and BOLTON, Office No. 616- 03, age 30, height 5 ft. 5J in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, scar right eyebrow, bridge of nose, and under left eye, mole each cheek, speaks Welsh ; dress, dark blue serge suit, dark can, white muffler, brown boots and lecsrings. Took lodgings 15th inst., stating- he was a ship's fireman or collier, and had come from Manchester in search of work. Has been convicted at Cannock, Berks Assizes, Newport, Salisbury, Bridgend, Glamors'an, Ponty- pridd, Gateshead, Cardiff, and Newcastle. Information' to the Chief Constable, St. Helens. LINCOLNSHIRE. dO.— Skirbeck Quarter ( County).— For stealing ( servant) £ 8 2s. 6d., 14th inst.— CLAUDE HUBY, age about 18, height about 5 ft. 2 in., rather stiff build, complexion sunburnt, round face, hair brown, scar one little finger; dress, bluish- black suit, white stripe ( front of trousers and coat sleeves greasy), slit breast pocket, a cream silk handkerchief therein, blue tie, grey cap, low shoes ( nearly new), rubber heel pads, wearing gold plated links. May be in possession of 2 testi- monials, written on ordinary note paper, and a black pocket book, with his parent's deaths re- corded therein. He came to Boston, 20th ult., stating he had come from Hull, of which town he was a native, and that he had sailed on a trawler from that port. Absconded 14th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Costar, Skirbeck Quarter. 31 — Grantham ( Borough). — For stealing ( bailee), 4th inst., a bicycle ( recovered)— H. C. CROSS, age 27 to 30, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., hair dark, clean shaved, eyes brown; dress, navy blue suit, straw hat. A musical comedy or variety artist. Had in his possession business cards with " H. C. Cross, Juveniles and Leads, late Osmond Tearle and Edward Compton, & c." ( Believed identical with Cecil Cross, Case No. 41, 5th inst.) Information to the Chief Constable, Grantham. TuesDAY, JUNE 30, 1908. T H E POLICE GAZETTE. 3 5 PORTRAIT OF A PERSON IN CUSTODY. METROPOLITAN POLICE & ISTRIQT. 32. — Y Division. — Awaiting sentence at North London Sessions, 30th inst., charged with housebreaking, attempted office- breaking, and possessing housebreaking implements by night ( concerned with Harry Franklin)— JAMES MAR- TIN, age 33, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes grey, soar centre forehead and left cheek, horse's head, whip, flowers, and woman right, 2 women left forearm, prominent nose; dress, grey striped coat, brown mixture trousers and vest, grey overcoat, blue tie ( white spots), hard felt hat. A dealer. Supposed pre- viously convicted. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT { continued.)— OXFORDSHIRE. 35.— Oxford { City).— tor stealing 2 pairs of boots ( recovered) MUSSON. age about 27, height about 6 ft. 1 in., slight build, hair dark, slignt moustache sandy, splay feet, addicted to drink. He has been staying at the Church Army Labor Home lor about% A weeks, where he generally lodges, also at common lodging houses. Ab- sconded 15th inst. 36.— Oxford ( City).— For stealing, 7th inst., a bicycle ( recovered); a yellow metal watch; 150 cigarettes, " Cortesi Princess"; and 18s. PLUMBRIDGE, age 20 to 25, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., slight build, complexion sallow, long features, pointed nose, cut scar on bridge, addicted to drink; dress, dark blue coat, dark vest, dark grey trousers. He was employed as cleaner at a garage, stated he had worked in most of the London garages. Stays at low public houses. ( See Case No. 96, 12th inst.) Information to the Chief Constable, Oxford. SHROPSHIRE- 37. — Church Stretton ( County).— For burglary, 19th inst., at Bishops Castle, and stealing a black rough serge jacket and vest; 1 pair black trousers with small white stripes, nearly new; 1 cotton shirt with blue stripes; 1 old brown cap; 1 white calico lunch cloth, seam in centre: 1 black bicycle pump— SAMUEL BARRATT, age 19, height 5 ft. 5| in., complexion fresh, hair light brown., eyes blue, scars across shoulder blades; wearing the stolen clothing. A musician; has been an inmate of Redhill Farm School. Is now a deserter from the 1st East Lancashire Regiment. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Francis, Church Stretton. 38.— Wellington ( County).— For rape at Sutton Hill, 9th inst.— JOHN MARLAND ( sup- posed false), age about 18, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., stout build, complexion fresh, hair dark; dress, black jacket, grey vest, grey trousers with white stripes, blue muffler with white spots, black peak cap, strong lace boots. Stated he was a collier; native of Bradford. Believed to be an engine cleaner. May be found in casual wards or common lodging houses. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Fulcher, Wellington. SOMERSE TSHIRE. 39.— Bath ( City).— For obtaining a rough dark green tweed suit; 1 light grey herring bone pat- tern jacket and trousers; 1 single- breasted fancy vest, white ground, green check, bound with green; 2 panama straw hats, size 6| ins., by false pre- tences— FRANK WEST ( supposed false), age 40, height 5 ft. 11 in., complexion rather blotchy, hair light brown, moustache inclined to sandy, thick lips, stoops when walking, near- sighted, wears spectacles when reading; dress, dark green suit, bowler hat, smart appearance. May have in his possession a free wheel bicycle, " Beau Ideal," black enamelled, bronze lines, 2 roller lever rim brakes, 28 in. wheels, plated rims, black centres, Cambridge tyres, rat trap pedals, flat handle bars, black grips, mudguards both wheels, transfer on front tube and back mudguard, Rover saddle, " 1908" stamped in leather, nearly new. He took lodgings about 2 months ago, and represented he was one of Slater's detectives on his holidavs, and that he was a traveller in machinery, also stated he was a member of the Conservative Club at Stoke Newington, London. Absconded 16th inst. Waaran t iasu ed. Information to the Chief Constable, Bath. 5 TA FFORDSHIRE. 40.— Burslem ( County).— For deserting his wife and family, 27th ult., at Burslem— JOHN HANCOCK, alias HARRIS, age 30, height 5 ft., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, clean shaved, eyes dark; dress, light overcoat, plaid jacket and vest, dark striped trousers, green cap, brown boots, or blue serge suit. A potter's placer; native of Burslem. Accompanied by a Woman, age 20, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Supt. Hicklin, Burslem. 41. Stafford ( County).^ For stealing, 8rd inst., a pair of new brown boots, toe caps, pointed toes, white tabs, " The Benefit" on each— GEORGE WADE BUTLER, alias HEYWORTH, age 21, height 5 ft. 9J in., complexion fresh, hair ( frizzy in front), and slight moustache brown, eyes grey, scar centre of forehead, several front upper teeth missing; dress, brown tweed suit, dark tie, dark plaid silk muffler, dark mixture cap, gold ring on right little finger. A native of Blackpool. Convicted of larceny at Fleetwood, September. 1904; at Preston, February, 1905; and at Man- chester, July, 1905. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Supt. Bishop, Sta- fforcT. 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fair, hair light; Scotch plaid dress, red tam- o'- shanter, lace inclined to stoop; dress, dark suit, light overcoat, hard felt hat, lace boots. Was Master of the Bed- welty Workhouse; native of Nottingham. Ab- sconded 13th inst. Warrant issued, i. Information to Supt. Saunders, Tredegar. WARWICKSHIRE. 33 - Birmingham ( City).- For stealing a costume, skirt, and linen, 10th inst.— HARR\ LINNINGTON, age 21, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in.. A native of Sheffield. Sentenced at Sheffield, 28th May, 1906, to 2 months imprisonment for house- breaking. May be found soliciting prostitution. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, Birming- ham. hair dark; dress, dark suit, button boots with patent toes. A draper's assistant; supposed a native of London.— MAY DERBY, age 19, height MONMOUTHSHIRE. 34. — Tredegar ( County).— For embezzling £ 30 10s., 21st February last— WILLIAM THOMAS, age 42, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., com- plexion fresh, hair and moustache dark, eyes brown, 4 T H E POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, JUNE 19, 11) 98. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued)- 42. — Wolverhampton ( Borough). — For abandoning a female child, age about 29th ult. WALKER, alias ELLEN BLACKALL or TOMLINSON, age about 30, height 5 ft. 1 or 2 in., complexion very fresh, full face, large eyes; dress, black jacket, black or blue skirt, motor ca Believed a native of West Bromwich. Stays at common lodging houses, and goes out begging. Had with her a child, about 2 months old. Ac- companied by a Man, age about 26, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., slight build, complexion fresh, light moustache; dress, dark check jacket and vest, cord trousers, muffler. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Wolver- hampton. SUSSEX ( East). 43.— Lewes ( County).— For attempted carnal knowledge of a girl under 13 years of age— WALTER BRIGGS, age 47, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion fair, hair and moustache light, Prince of Wales' feathers, shamrock, thistle, and rose, and girl tattooed both arms; dress, blue suit, grey cap, red, white and blue wrapper, military boots, wore a canvas belt with 2 hearts and a diamond worked at back with copper. Is a member of the Royal Garrison Artillery Militia, and during the train- ing he acted as drummer. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Lewes. 44.— Eastbourne ( Borough).— For stealing, 5th inst., 4 very old Italian franc pieces; and £ 9— PAUL HANKE, a German, age 19, height 5 ft. 6 in., good build, complexion fresh, round face, hair ( curly) light. Also suspected of stealing a broad flexible chain watch bracelet, red dial, gold hands, in red case, about 6 ins. by 2 ins.; 1 book, entitled " Bertel's German and English Langauges"; 1 tourist's book, by " Chambers." Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Eastbourne. 45.— Hove ( Borough).— For obtaining £ 4 by false pretences ( uttering false cheques)— PON- SONBY DALRYMPLE, age 38, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion sallow, hair and moustache dark brown, eyes blue; dress, navy blue suit. He drove to a tradesman's shop in a motor car, stated his wife and family were coming to stay in the town, ordered goods, and in payment of same tendered a cheque for £ 5, and received the balance. Warrant issued. 46.— Hove ( Borough).— For stealing 50 scaffold- ing poles; 50 put logs; and 50 boards— J. T. SOUTH, age 55, height 6 ft. very stout, complexion fresh, hair brown, and moustache light, turning grey, flat feet, rolling gait. A builder. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Hove. WA R WSCKSHIRE. 47. — Nuneaton ( County). — For stealing a safety bicycle, 28 in. wheels, rat trap pedals, dropped handle bars, Dunlop back tyre, new front do.— GEORGE A. H. W. BUTLER, age 21, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion sallow, hair brown, several front upper teeth missing; dress, brown jacket and . trousers, blue stripe, white vest, purple stripe, white straw hat, black band. ( See Case No. 44, 19th inst.) Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Evans, Nuneaton. 48.— Stratford- on- Avon ( County).— For stealing a bicycle ( recovered)— ALFRED JONES, age 26, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh, hair light, eyes blue, large scar right forearm; dress, dark grey suit and cap, dark brown boots. A farm labourer; native of Grimley, near Worcester. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Lambourne, Stratford- on- Avon. WES TMORLAND. 19. - Kendal ( County).— For obtaining £ 5 by false pretences, at Barbon, 15th inst.— JAMES McVITIE, age 28, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., com- plexion fresh ( freckled), round face, hair ginger, clean shaved, of good address; dress, dark green mixture jacket suit and cap, brown shoes. An engineer; supposed a native of Maryport or Wigton, Cumberland. Frequently spoke of Mary- port Railway, Wigton Grammar School, Aspatria College, and Workington District, and stated he had been working at Barrow- in- Furness shin build- ing vard. Usually takes lodgings at private houses. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Notman, Kendal. YORKSHIRE ( East Riding). 50.— Hull ( City).— For failing to report— Licence- holder EDWARD DALE alias HENRY EDWARD WEATHERBY, Office No. 1546- 03, age 38, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion sallow, hair dark brown, eyes grey, coat of arms and " L. W. A." left forearm. A sailor: native of Whitstable. Sentenced at Monmouth Assizes, 5th July, 1904, to 5 years penal servitude for arson ( stack). Licensed 31st March last, b e 260. May be dealt with where found. Information to the Chief Constable, Hull. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 51. — Bradford ( County). — For stealing a brown mare pony, 14 hands, thin mane, short tail, shod all round, old sore on back— A MAN, age 56, height 5 ft. 6| in., complexion sallow, hair and eyes grey, nose broken ( inclined to right), scar over right eye, bridge of nose, 3rd and 4th left fingers deformed; dress, black jacket and vest, grey trousers, white muffler, cap. A native of Bradford. Information to Supt. Morley, Bradford. 52— Knaresborough [ County)— For steal- ing, at Harrogate, 5th inst., a horse ( recovered), and a flat cart— JOSEPH MITTON, age 56, height 5 ft. 6^ in., complexion fresh, hair grey, clean shaved, eyes grey, nose broken ( inclined to right), 3rd and 4th left fingers deformed, scar right eye; dress, black jacket and vest, grey trousers, white muffler, cap.— WALTER PINKNEY, age 25, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh, hair ( light) ginger, clean shaved; dress, dark suit, cap. Natives of Bradford. Warrants issued. Information to Supt. Keel, Knaresborough. 53.— Leeds ( County).— For stealing from his lodgings, a silver Waltham lever watch, No. 9371921, gold hands, 1 heavy silver curb chain, silver medal with initials, " W. B. and M. C.," at- tached ; 1 brown square cut jacket and vest; 1 pair lace boots, size 7, hand sewn, recently soled; and £ 1 5s. 8d.— JOHN WILLIAMS, age 32, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion dark, hair black, eyes blue, scar left side of nose, " Hero " or " Phoebe " and flag right forearm; dress, brown square cut jacket and vest, blue serge trousers, blue jersey, grey cap, lace boots, hand sewn. A native of Pontypridd. ( See Cases Nos. 57, 26th July, 1907, and 46, 15th ult.) Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Knight, Park Street, Leeds. 54. — Pontefract [ County).— Fur deserting his wife and family, leaving them chargeable to the Pontefract " Union— JAMES JOSEPH WELCH, age 41, height 5 ft. 6J in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, soldier, anchor, and pierced heart right forearm, 2 dots base right thumb, star, horse shoe, whip, cap, and " A. C." left forearm, heart, dagger, and " A. C." base left thumb, ring second left finger. A miner ( late of Castleford); native of Burslem, Staffs. Warrant issued. 55.— Pontefract ( County).— For stealing at Darlington, 30th ult., 3 axes ( recovered)— JOHN TAYLOR, alias WILLIAM WEST, age 60, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair grey, heavy moustache, eyes blue, female right forearm, top of 3rd left finger missing, walks erect; dress, blue smock, dark cord trousers, light cap, heavy lace boots. A native of Fillongley, Warwick. Warrant issued. 56.— Pontefract ( County).— For stealing ( bailee), £ 1 15s., 19th inst.— GEORGE WILSON, age 38, height about 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fair, hair light brown, heavy moustache ginger, eyes blue, limps, one toe has been broken, of smart ap- pearance; dress, black worsted suit, black check rubber collar. A miner; native of Hetton, Dur- ham. Has served in the Army. Warrant issued. 57.— Pontefract ( County). — For stealing ( bailee) a free wheel bicycle, black enamelled, 24 in. frame, dropped handle bars, " Edlin Sin- clair" front tyre, Dunlop back do., 6| in. cranks, B. S. A. fittings— W. RAYNOR, age 22, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., complexion sallow, hair brown; dress, brown suit, cap, lace boots. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hollis, Pontefract. 58. — Bradford ( City). - For offences under the Bankruptcy Act— EDWARD BLAMIRE THOMPSON, age about 42, height 5 ft. 8 in., slight build, complexion sallow, sharp features, hair light brown, moustache ginger, wears glasses, addicted to drink. A boot dealer and book maker. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, Bradford. 59. — Barnsley [ Borough). — For larceny ( lodgings), 26th ult.— WILLIAM HENRY BEL- LAMY, age 21, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, clean shaved, of rather smart appearance; dress, blue serge suit, slate colour cap. A trammer. He pledged part of the stolen pro- perty at Castleford, lst inst., in name of George Rowlands. Will probably seek employment at collieries or endeavour to enlist. Warrant issued. GO .— Barnsley ( Borough).— For stealing 16th inst., an Ingersoll watch, " Davidson" scratched on inside of case; and a white metal albert; also for obtaining food and lodgings by false pretences— TOM SMITH, age about 33, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., slight build, complexion fresh, hair and moustache ginger, cast in one eye; dress, blue serge jacket and trousers, light vest ( double- breasted), blue muffler, black cap, old boots. Stated he' had obtained employment as an electrical engineer at the local power station. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Barnsley. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. — DORSETSHIRE. 61.— Wareham ( County).— Committed for trial at Dorset Quarter Sessions, lst prox., for obtaining food, lodgings, and money by fraud— Licence- holder WALTER HADLEY, alias BUSH- NELL, ANDREWS, and PALMER, Office No. 2088- 01 ( TABULAR FORM 4th inst.), age 31, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, pierced heart, anchor and cross right, bracelet and woman left forearm. A native of Canterbury. Represents himself as a telephone linesman. Some- times wears Army medal ribbons. Information to Supt. King, Wareham. OXFORDSHIRE. 62. — Banbury ( Borough).— Sentenced, 19th injst., to 6 months imprisonment for stealing bicycles— THOMAS EDWIN JACKSON, age 23, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair auburn, eyes grey, small cut scar left side of forehead, girl dancing on ball and a dot right forearm, " D" and 3 dots left forearm; dress, brown jacket suit, blue serge cap, green tie, lace boots. A native of Bir- mingham. ( See Case No. 74, 19th inst.) Information to the Chief Constable, Banbury. SHROPSHIRE. 63.— Pontesbury ( County). — Remanded, charged with larceny— FREDERICK WIL- LIAMS, age 26, height 5 ft. 11 in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes dark brown, low forehead, several scars on head, scar inside right hand, right and left kneecap, left upper arm, and outside left thumb. A hawker; native of Dudley, Staffs.— ARTHUR WHIT1MAN, age 27. height 5 ft. 10£ in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, scar right of forehead, 2 back left forearm, ring on middle finger. A hawker; native of Dudley. Both were convicted at Newtown Quarter Sessions, 3rd July, 1902, of housebreaking. Supposed pre- viously convicted and wanted for similar offences. Information to Supt. Elcock, Pontesbury. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 64.— Barnsley ( Borough).— Sentenced, 18th inst., to 4 months imprisonment for obtaining money by false pretences— PATRICK LEONARD, alias MEIGHLES, age 49, height 5 ft. 2 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache grey, Irish accent; dress, black jacket and vest, slate colour trousers, black bowler hat, all much wore. A native of Roscommon. Carried an old black leather Gladstone bag, containing catalogues and a few specimens of rubber stamps. He called upon tradespeople, represented that he was an agent for a firm of rubber stamp manu- facturers, solicited orders, and in some cases ob- tained deposits. Is believed to have been pre- viously convicted and wanted elsewhere. Information to the Chief Constable, Barnsley. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRIC1 65.— E Division.— 20th inst.. a gold chain bangle, Kruger sovereign and half sovereign; 1 gold Indian do.; 1 gold key; 1 gold seal, rampant cat, " Touch not the cat" thereon; 1 gold and platinum chain bangle, gold mohur attached; 1 plain gold do. with turauoise pendant; 1 thin gold wire bangle; 1 gold chain bracelet, heart pendant, set pearls, rubies and turquoise; 1 do., set Parisian diamond and sapphires; 1 plain do., gold pencil at- tached; 1 plain gold ring, thick and heavy, " F. M." TUESDAY, JUNE 30, 1908. PRTOPFIH'FY STOLEN ( cmtvnuedj - inside j 1 diamond cluster do., large centre stone; i gola marquise ao., set sapplnre, surrounuea with aiamonas, i ao.. oia fashionea, set 3 turquoise; i ao., inaian, set 5 rubies; 1 ao., set hail pearls; 1 small oki- fashioned ao., set small turquoise; 1 ao., set 1 aiamona ana 2 emeraias; 1 gola inaian brace- let, set oana of small turquoise; 2 gold tie guards, set pearl; 5 gola lace pins, set turquoise, in case, " Eamburgh jeweller" t/ hereon; 1 gun metal watcli, gold safety pin and swivel attaciied; 1 oval gola locket, monogram " W. T. F. I.," inaistinct; 1 small gold heart locket; 1 do. old- fashioned ball seal, set pale amethyst, " Amitie" thereon; 1 small gold shoe charm; 1 old goid seal, greyhound, " Semper Peratis" thereon; 1 gold bean, set small ruby; 1 do. Afghan coin, Persian inscription thereon, very thin, size of> a sixpence; 1 silver fluted cigarette case, gilt inside; 1 pair imitation ^ earl earrings; 1 do., set paste; 1 muff chain, set imitation turquoise; 1 gold bar brooch, " A. E. I." thereon, set pearls, turquoise, and pink corals; 2 circular brooches, set paste diamonds; 1 heart do.; 1 silver chain purse; 1 torpedo gold cuff link; 2 sets plain gold ball studs; 2 do., set pearls. 66.— N Division. - 12th inst., between Brent- wood and W altham Abbey, a black leather dressing case ( labelled " Major Scott, Brentwood"), contain- ing a set of silver mounted cut glass bottles, " M. S. I." thereon; 1 ivory purse, " M. S. i." or " M. l." thereon; 1 silver backed comb; 1 tail do.; 1 fold- ing nrirror, leather back; 1 leather card case, con- taining visiting cards, " Mrs. Scott, St. Brelade, Warley Mount, Brentwood"; 1 bottle of Taylor's cimolete powder; 1 pair silver tongs; 1 do. button hook; 1 do. shoe horn; 1 gold seal, set pebble; 1 silver folding spoon; 2 bowls, 1 larger than other, engraved " W. I."; 1 clothes brush, imitation ivory back, " M. S. I." thereon; 3 envelopes ( 1 addressed " Francis Gurton, Esq., Eton College, Windsor; 1, " Mrs. Scott, St. Brelade, Warley Mount, Brent- wood ; 1, containing photographs of a lady and gentleman motoring). 67.— ft Division. - 9th inst, a gold pin ; 1 do. green flowers, pearl in centre; 1 silver mug, festoon of flowers and date thereon; 1 do. cigarette case, crest a hawk; 1 do. card case, engraved ivy leaves; 1 do. badge, Scot's Greys, crest an eagle; 1 do. sugar sifter, antique, curved handle; 7 do. tea spoons, " L. G." engraved on handles; 4 do. egg cups, en- graved fretwork on top; 2 do. mustard pots, Queen Anne pattern; 2 do. spoons ( 1 Apostle pattern; 1 plain); 1 do. Christening mug, " From J. H. to E. H." thereon; 4 do. seirviette rings ( 1 " S. K."; 1 " T H W"; 1 " N W"; 1 engraved); 1 do. sugar basin, crown and woman with long hair; 1 silver- plated sugar basin, gilt inside, dented edge; 1 do. castor, vine leaf pattern, stem forms stand; 1 blue enamelled spoon, fancy Turkish make; 1 pair pince- nez, gold rims; 3 jam spoons, beaded edges; 1 cigarette case, amber and gold, Russian make; 1 black silk jacket and vest, lined blue and white flannel; 1 Japanese terra cotta table cover, em- broidered butterflies, flower vase in centre. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. G LAM ORG A NSHtRE. 68.— Cardiff ( City).— Gth inst., all 18 ct. gold plaited ring; 1 pair gold ( dull) earrings, very small, scroll work thereon; 1 pair gold do., small, diamond in centre; 1 oval 18 ct. gold brooch, rather large, filigree work thereon; 1 22 ct. gold bracelet, spring fastening, safety chain, form of knot on back, space for hair or photograph— Suspicion is attached to A MAN ( who was seen to enter the house, apparently by a duplicate key), age about 22, height about 5 ft. 7 in., clean shaved, broad features; dress, light grey suit, white straw hat, brown boots, rubber heels, smart appearance. Accompanied by a Woman ( who kept observation), age 22, rather short, hair brown; wearing a long brown jacket, brown motor hat. Information to the Acting Head Constable, Cardiff. GL OUCES TERSHIRE. 69 — Cheltenham ( County).— At Coates, a diamond and ruby double horseshoe brooch, about 2 in. by in., rubies and diamonds alternately, clear set, in a square maroon leather case, lined pale blue velvet, Tessiers name and address inside; 1 gold wire bangle, cat's- eye and diamond catch, in a Hat, round, brown or black leather case; 1 enamel broooh, red enamel poppy with green enamel leaves, about in. long, in a square, fawn oolour leather case, " Skinner, Orchard Street, Oxford Street," thereon; and 1 £ 5 Band of England note. Information to the Chief Constable, Gloucester- shire, Cheltenham; or to Supt. Selwood, Ciren- cester. T H E POLICE GAZETTE. 70.— Gloucester ( Comity). — 6th inst., by housebreaking, a silver English lever watch, No. 47673, very old- fashioned, in good condition; 2 large valuable cameo brooches; 1 gold brooch, set aiamonas; 1 do., set large Costa liica coin; 1 rounu coral brooch; 1 coral necklace with long chain; 2 gold chains and 2 small hearts; 1 small pendant, photograph of baby on rug; 1 gold Geneva watch and chain; several foreign coins; and some 3d. pieces; 1 silver hat pin; 1 turquoise ring, set aiamonds; 1 opal ring; 1 coral do.; 1 crescent of brilliants ( paste); 1 horse shoe of brilliants ( paste); 2 small silver buckles; 1 pair gold sleeve links; 1 gold brooch, set mosaic; 1 gold pencil case, seal, and ring; 1 gold curb bracelet and lock; 1 gold bracelet, set cat's- eyes and pearls; 1 gold band ring with carbuncle; 1 gold ring, set bloodstone; 2 gold studs; 1 ' 380 bore revolver; 1 box of cart- ridges; 1 pair mother- o'- pearl opera glasses; 1 pair field glasses; 4 studs ( 1 collar; 3 shirt), " H. L. S." engraved thereon; 1 gold twisted brooch, with blue stone; 1 fountain pen, 2 gold bands, name, " The Anglomer"; 1 postal order for 10s., issued at Amberley, dated 4th June, 1908, No. 285453. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Gloucester. LEICES TERSHIRE. 11.— Leicester ( Borough).— 17th inst., a lady's gold ring, buckle pattern; 1 do. dress ring, set 3 stones ( 2 green); 1 gold bracelet, curb pattern, very. heavy, padlock attached; 1 lady's silver watch chain, 3 strands with balls at intervals; 1 lady's gold neck chain, very fine links, round pendant, containing photographs of a lady and a child, at tached. Information to the Head Constable, Leicester. OXFORDSHIRE. 72.— Oxford ( City). — 22nd ult., a shooting coat, " Donegal homespun" material, brown and grey mixture, sleeves gathered in at the bottom, and button close to wrist, 3 pleats down each breast, from shoulder to waistband, fastened with elastic, waistband fastens with 1 button in front, 2 large horizontal outside pockets, fastened with 2 white metal buttons, inside left breast pocket, collar flap buttoned on coat near inside breast pocket, 2 small buttons on collar, lined brown material, sleeves white and blue do., leather buttons, makers, " Hall Brothers, Oxford," on top. Information to the Chief Constable, Oxford. 5 TA FFORDSHIRE. 73.— Stafford ( County) — Since 30 li ult, a large diamond brilliant star, about 2J ins. across, 6 long points, 6 short do., large diamond in centre. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Stafford. 74 Hanley ( Borough). 14th inst., by house breaking, a laay's long gold chain, very close square links; 1 lady's gold chain bracelet, snaffle pattern links, small gold padlock attached; 1 gold broooh, leaf shape, set 3 brilliants; 1 round silyer brooch with crystals; 1 silver crescent shape brooch, set crystals; 1 imitation pearl necklace; 1 lady's silver watch, flowers engraved at back, plain dial ( out of order); 1 old- fashioned silver watch ( out of order); about 40 old copper and silver coins— Sus- picion is attached to TWO MEN ( lst, age about 23, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion sallow, rather long face, square jaw, cheeks rather flat, hair brown, clean shaved, nose flat and rather wide, wide space between 2 front upper teeth; dress, brown suit, black bowler hat, and boots. Appearance of a Russian Jew. 2nd, age about 20, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair light, clean shaved, slightly prominent nose, feminine expression; dress, brown suit, straw liat, brown band, 2 narrow light stripes upper and lower edge). 75— Hanley ( Borough).— 9th or 10th inst., by shopbreaking, 16 watches ( 1 silver Waltham, No. 2868490; 1 do. patent keyless lever, 103412; 1 do. Geneva, 27927; 1 do., 26519; 1 lady's do., 78443; 1 lady's 14 ct. gold keyless Geneva, 113459; 1 do. silver Geneva, 63115; 1 metal keyless; 1 do.; 1 lady's 9 ct. keyless, 43152; 1 do. 14 ct. Geneva, 44456; 1 do. 18 ct. do., 71119; 1 do. 14 ct. do., 131400; 1 metal watch; 1 lady's silver Geneva, 1550; 1 Newhaven lever, 1106028); 13 gold brooches; 1 silver gilt brooch; 5 9 ct. gold brace- lets ( 1 gold curb ; 1 diamond and ruby; 1 diamond and sapphire; 1 diamond and ruby; 1 gold bangle, alternate links chased and chased padlock); 7 seals with 2 stones; 1 seal with amethyst; 2 seals with topaz; 1 antique Intaglio seal; 1 silver cigar cutter; 4 9 ct. gold medals; 12 do. lockets; 5 do. crosses; 2 silver medals ; 3 gold alberts ( 1 graduated belcher; 1 9 ot. albert and seal; 1 9 ct. double curb); 4 silver alberts; 3 9 ct. gold necklets; 23 3 22 ct. wedding rings; 19 9 ct. do.; 18 do. fancy rings; 34 do. keepers; 1 15 ct. fancy ring, with 3 diamonds; 1 do., 1 diamond; 1 do., 4 sapphiies; 2 do.; 1 18 ct. with 5 opals; 1 do., diamond and ruby; 1 do. bangle ring; 1 ring, set with the following stones, representing the the word " Dearest," viz.:— Diamond, emerald, amethyst, ruby, emerald, sapphire, topaz"; 1 lady's 18 ct. signet ring; 1 9 ct. signet ring; 1 buckle ring, diamond and sapphire; 2 solid 9 ct. signet rings; 2 pins, set with Wedgwood cameos; 1 horse shoe and bit; 1 pin with diamond centre; 1 pin; 1 silver match box; 1 pair gold cuff links. Nearly all the above articles have privates marks thereon, including " V X O L Z Y and S "— Suspicion is attached to A MAN, age 29, height 5 ft. 3^ in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes grey, cut mark corner of right eye and under right side of chin, coal marks on left cheek and eye- brow, right leg has been broken, large scar front right leg at calf, cut mark outside right thigh, anchor tattooed right forearm, 2 small scars on stomach and on loin, anchor, tombstone with snake, cross, star, and Staffordshire knot left forearm, 2 coal marks on left loin, 2 scars on stomach. A collier; native of Hanley. Has been convicted at Han ley, Burslem, Oldham, Newcastle- under- Lyne, Rotherham, Doncaster, and Chester City. Information to the Chief Constable, Hanley. SUSSEX ( East). 76 — Eastbourne ( Borough). — 16th inst., by burglary, a dark grey morning coat, makers, George Brown & Co., Eastbourne," on tab; 1 black vest, double breasted, black buttons; 1 white handle razor, " A. Caine, Cornfield Road, Eastbourne," thereon, in black case; 1 black handle razor in red case. 20th inst., by burglary, 6 electro- plated fish knives and forks, ivory handles; 1 do. fish server and fork, plaited handle in old dark brown ca6e, lined dark blue satin and velvet; 1 do. butter knife, chased pearl handle; 1 square black leather purse, " Real Calf" thereon, knob fastening, containing 2s. Ofd.; 1 gold photograph pendant, about the size of a florin, containing- photographs of two women; 1 metal brooch, a bird with one red eye. Information to the Chief Constable, Eastbourne. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 77.- Bradford ( City).— 16th inst, a safety- bicycle, No. 4029, black enamelled, red and gold lines, straight handle bars, 2 inverted lever brakes, rubber pedals, free wheel, Empire saddle, " British Empire" on front, plated bell and black enamelled pump ( cracked), attached. Information to the Chief Constable, Bradford. 7B— Doncaster ( Borough).— 19th inst., by shopbreaking, 5 ladies' 15 ct. gold dress rings; 1 18 ct. gold dress ring; 2 silver lever watches, nearly new; 9 silver watches; 1 silver curb albert; 6 silver alberts, assorted; 13 ladies' 9 ct. gold dress rings; 1 star shape pendant, silver gilt, set bril- liants; 16 long rolled gold guards, various patterns ; 7 South African War medals, King's and Queen's, with bars, marked on edge or front; 1 9 ct. albert, secret link; 4 9 ct. necklets, various pattern; 1 9 ct. albert, old- fashioned; 1 do. bracelet, en- graved ; 1 do. pendant; 5 rolled gold bangles, some set stones, turquoise, and pearls, curb and twisted patterns; about 30 gold, silver, and bronze coins, dollar, U. S. A., Portuguese, and old Irish half- pennies; 12 gold plated wedding rings. All have private marks thereon. Information to the Chief Constable, Doncaster. PROPERTY FOUND JN POSSESSION OF A PRISONER. BERKSHIRE. 79.— Windsor ( Borough).-— In possession of THOMAS TURLES, charged with larceny ( find- ing), a gold brooch, set 1 large cut crystal, sur- rounded with 8 diamonds, each set independently, size 1 in. by f in. Information to the Chief Constable, Windsor. ANIMALS, & c., STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 80.- Division.— 8th inst., a black gelding pony, 13 hands, aged, long mane and tail, no hind shoes, in good condition. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. 6 FRIDAY, JITNE 26, 1908. PERSONS or BODIES FOUND BEDFORDSHIRE. 81.— Bedford ( County).— 21st inst., in the River Ouse at Roxton, the body of A MAN, age about 50, length about 5 ft. 7 in., hair ( thin on and moustache turning grey, high forehead, small nose, upper teeth deficient; dress, black jacket and vest, dark mixture trousers, hip pocket, blue cotton stockings, tied with red garters, coloured shirt, flannel undervest, Polo collar, size 15, dark blue tie, lace boots ( soled). In water about 3 months. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Bedford. GL OUOES TERSHIRE. 82.— North/ each ( County).— 14th ult., des- titute— JOSEPH and HENRY" SMITH, ages 13 and 11 years respectively. State they have lived in various parts of London, but can give no definite address, and that thev left the Metropolis with their mother the beginning of May last, ind resided at Twyford, Berks. Information to Supt. Hopkins, Northleach. 89.— Dorsetshire, Dorchester ( Counin).— RICHARD C. PAGET, alias WIL- LIAM HOUSE, Case No. 14, 19th inst., aucl property ( except cash) recovered. 90.- Essex, Braintree ( County) — HARRY TOWNSEND, Case No. 15, 19th inst., and property recovered. 91. — Essex, Brentwood ( County).— EDWARD MITCHELL, Case No 22, 29thult. 92— Glamorganshire, Neath ( County). — CHARLES CLARKE, alias GEORGE TAYLOR, Case No. 16, I9tli inst. 93 - Gloucestershire, Bristol ( City). — ALBERT THORNE, alias KNIGHT, Case No. 20, 19th inst., at Kingston- on- Thames. Si— Hampshire, Ringwood ( County). — W. E. BARR, alias E. LEECH, Case No. 23, 19th inst., and committed for trial. Bicycle re- covered. 95— Staffordshire, Lichfield ( County) — ALBERT GEO. BROUGH, Case No. 33, 8th ult. 96— Yorkshire ( West Riding), Selhy ( County).— JAMES SMITH, Office No 4G2- 08, Case No. 73, 29th ult., and sentenced, 18th inst., to 2 months imprisonment. SUSSEX ( East). 83. — Patcham ( County). — Body of MAN, Case No. 78, 19th inst. Identified. APPREHENSIONS. 84.— Metropolitan Police District, Convict Supervision Office. WALTER HADLEY, Office No. 2088- 01, TABU- LAR FORM 4th inst., and committed for trial at Dorset Quarter Sessions, lst prox., for fraud. 85.— Metropolitan Police District, N Division. LOUIS GUM PRIGHT, alias JOHN DAY1S, Case No. 3, 19th inst. 86.— Metropolitan Police District, X Division.— FRANK PAUL SMITH, Case No. 5, 14th February, 1908. 87.— Metropolitan Police District, X Division. — wiLL1AM TIDY, Case No. 103, 22nd November, 1907. 88.— Cheshire, Birkenhead ( County). — FRANK HAMILTON, Case No. 5, 19th inst. 97— Yorkshire ( West Riding), Doncaster ( Borough). - JOHN KENDALL, Case No. 51, 15th ult. LATEST INFORMATION. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. CITY OF LONDON. 98. — For obtaining money by false pretences ( sea- man's advance note)— GEORGE EDWARD COS- SAR, Office No. M 17606, age 39, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion dark, hair black, eyes brown, scar and mole back of neck; dress, dark tweed suit and cap. A native of London. Is a good cornet player, and may seek employment on passenger ships. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Supt. Stark, 26 Old Jewry, E. C. GL OUCES TERSHIRE. 99. — Chipping Sodhury ( County). HENRY NORRIS, Case No. 18, 7th February last, not now wanted. Warrant withdrawn. WORCES TERSHIRE. 100.- Kings Heath ( County).— For stealing a pair of glace kid button boots; 1 Oxford shirt— A MAN, age 51, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion sallow, hair dark brown, eyes hazel, cut scar out- side back right hand; dress, black morning coat and vesit, light grey trousers, bowler hat, lace boots. A groom ; supposed a native of Malvern. He obtains lodgings, states that he has obtained work at a local mews, and after 2 or 3 days, de- camps, stealing articles of wearing apnarel. Information to Supt. Chare, King's Heath. APPREHENSION. 101. Metropolitan Police District, N Division.— HENRY WILLIAMS, Case No. 33, 19th inst. MISSING. 102.— 18th inst.— BEATRICE FAIRBANKS, age 14 ( looks 17 or 18), height 5 ft. 7 in., well developed, complexion fair, hair ( now worn up) and eyes brown, very long hands and fingers, mole on neck, speaks English with American accent, and French, well educated, easy manner; dress, long silver grey silk coat, white blouse, long dark skirt, large white straw hat, trimmed pink roses, black stock- ings, lace shoes, wore a veil, had with her a three- quarter length light green Liberty coat, a very large brown holdall, edged with brown leather, and an ivory toilet set, " B " in black enamel thereon, underclothing marked " F" or " B. F." May seek employment as a nursery maid or " overness. She left behind a letter, in which she stated she would earn her own living and change her name. The above portrait was taken 12 months ago. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. List ot Licence Holders, Supervisees, Expirees, who have been re- apprehended, for the week ending June 20th, 1908, with the result, etc. Divisions aoncerned. Office No. NAME. Sentence Date and Place. Fresh Offence with which charged. Re- convicted in Name of Name and Division of Officer. Y. N, S. a. v, w. A, L, M, W. Y. G, N. J. B, D, E, N. M. E. G. J, K, X. D, G, 3. G, H, J. G. H, T. X. J. 3116— 01 • 2314— 01 2628— 01 2181— 01 3013- 0J 913— 06 311— 98 315— 99 1998— 06 315— 07 1831— C6 1820— 97 3228— 99 3500— 02 2017— 05 ADAMS. GEORGE BAXTER, JOHN BENJAMIN, THOMAS BODLE, SIDNEY S. DIXON, CHARLES IACKSON, GEORGE IONES, HENRY KENDRICK, FREDERICK VVM. MAC1NTYRE, ARCHIBALD PAYS, HENRY SMITH, GEORGE SMITH, GEORGE WILLIAMS, HENRY WILLIAMS, THOMAS WILLIAMSON, HENRY I j ears imp] isonment and fined 3,000 franc9 6 weekB h. l. 18 months h. l. I 2 months h. l. 3 years p. s. I years p. s. 3 months h. l. 21 months h. l. 12 months h. l. t years p. s. 4 years p s. Bound over ( P. OFF. Act) 3 years p. s. 18 months h. l. 21 months h. l. 16th Oct., 1907, Paris 20th June, Clerkenwell P. Ct 17th June, N. L. Sess. 17th June, N. L. Sess. 18th June, N. L. Sess. 17th June, N. L. 8ess. 12th June, Salford P. Ct 17th June, N. L. Sess. 16th June, N. L. Sess. 19th June, Gloucester Assize 181 h June, Chelmsford Assizes 17th June, N. L. Sess. 18th June, N. L. Sess. 16th June, N. L. Sess. 16th June, N. L. Sess. Larceny Stealing money Housebi eaking Attempting to ob- tain money by false [. retences Larceny ( goods ex- posed) Housebreaking Frequenting Stealing from public house Larceny ( servant) Arson ( » tack) Arson ( stack) Larceny ( goods ex- posed ) Larceny ( person) Possessing house- breaking imple- ments by night and wounding Larceny ( person) WILLIAM CUMMINS Same Name HENRY REED • fame Name Same Name GEORGE PAGE Same Name Same Name ALFRED GRAHAM MACINTYRE Same Name Same Name THOMAS COOMBER JOHN GAURON Same Name GEORGE WILSON PC. Gray, 469E : also P. C. Grace 147E. P. C. Leader, 57JR; also P. S. Sharp 0.1. D., N. ' P. C. French, 1I43E ; also P. C. Mullins C. I. D., T. P. C. West, 611A ; also P. S. Watts, C. I. D., A. P. C. Edwards, 431J ; also P. S. Haw- kins, C. I D., W. P. C. Crawford, 572J ; also P. C. Allan, C. I. D., J. ' P. S. Beslee, C. I. D., B ; also P. S. Davis, C. I. D., E. PS. Burnham, C. I. D., S; also P. C. Chapman, 15GR. P. C. Gosbee, 35HR ; also P. C. Crook- shanks, C. I. D., J. P. C. Osbourne, 321T ; also P. S. AUCD, C. I. D., T. P. C. Pryke, 769K ; also P. C. Graver, C. I. D., J. LONDON: PKIXTKD roR His KU ESTV'S SVATIOKERV OJFIOS » r J. J. KEUHER 4 Co., 32, New BIUDOE SrRSKr, B. C. I 33, KMA WU. LIIM STREET, E. C.; IND MARSH AI. SKA WORM, S. E. 74049