PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 24, 1908. VOL. XXV., No. 2608. 2. fi. 7. RXJOX7 JL- USSL. All communications for insertion in the POLICE GAZETTE, and all communi- cations relating to them, should be addressed to THE EDITOR OF THE POLICE GAZETTE, NEW SCOTLAND YARD, LONDON, S. W. Particulars concerning persons whose apprehension is sought will be inserted in one issue of the POLICE GAZETTE, if they are sufficient to enable action to be taken upon them by another force. Particulars as to stolen property will be likewise inserted in one issue, if sufficient to enable the article in question to be thereby identified, hi all cases where a reward is offered, the name and address of some person responsible for the payment must be given, and the exact conditions must be clearly stated. Portraits of persons whose apprehension is sought for serious offences, and engravings of stolen property, will be inserted at a cost of 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 remittanct 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 hit immediate deputy, of the county, city, or borough, as the case may be. Announcements concerning stolen property must be guaranteed by an officer of not less rank than Inspector, or analogous thereto. TIOKTS. 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 bt 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. AU payments must be tn advance, either at the office, Xtxe Scotland Yard, by Postal Order, or by Post Office Order, payable at Parliament Street Pott 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 in » er/ i » n ( if accepted) will be given on application. 14. All copies of the POLICE GAZETTE re- transmitted by Polite Forces should be prepaid at the ordinary rate for printed matter sent by post within the United Kingdom. THE EDITOR, New Scotland Yard, London, S. W SPECIAL NOTICE. FINGER PRINTS. UNDER the existing arrangements the finger impressions will be taken, and recorded at the Finger Print Department, Convict Supervision Office, New Scotland Yard, of all persons convicted as follows: — ( a) All persons coming within Section 5, 7, or 8 of the Prevention of Crimes Act, 1871. ( b) All persons, at Assizes or Quarter Sessions, sentenced to not less than one month's im- prisonment, without option of a fine, for any of the offences shown below. ( c) All persons, at Petty Sessional, Police, or Stipendiary Magistrate's Court, sentenced to more than one month's imprisonment, with- out option of a fine, for any of the following offences:— Aliens ( Sec. 3 Aliens' Act of 1905). Arson. Assaults with intent to rob. Attempted burglary. Attempted larceny. Attempts to break into churches, houses, shops, warehouses, & c. Attempts to obtain goods and money by false pretences. Bankruptcy offences. Being found on enclosed premises. Breaking into churches, houses, shops, warehouses, & c. Burglary. Cattle stealing. . Coining. Conspiracies of all descriptions. Embezzlement. Entering with intent to commit a felony. Extortion by threats. Felonious wounding. Forgery. Fraud. Frequenting. Horse stealing. Housebreaking. Importuning male persons to commit un- natural offences ( Vagrancy Act, 1898, Sec. 1, par. b). Indecent assault on female. Larceny. Mental degenerates. Obtaining goods and money by false pre- tences. Possessing housebreaking tools. Procuration of women and girls. Prostitution, living on proceeds of ( Vagrancy Act, 1898, Sec. 1, par. a). Receiving. Robbery. Sacrilege. Sheep stealing. Shopbreaking. Suspected person. Unlawful possession. Uttering counterfeit coin. Warehousebreaking. But all offenders of the first Division, and such of the second Division as have never been pre- viously convicted, are exempted from this order. In order to avoid the retention of useless records in the Finger Print Department, the Registrar of Habitual Criminals would be glad if the Chief Constables of Counties, Cities, and Boroughs, will, in future, notify the death of any criminal who has been finger- printed. The notification should contain the full name and aliases, particulars of conviction, or con- victions if possible, also the No. published in the list of Habitual Criminals. SPECIAL NOTICE. DISTRIBUTION OF THE " POLICE GAZETTE." The attention of Chief Constables is called to the following, with regard to the re- transmission of copies of the POLICE GAZETTE: — " Postage should be prepaid at the ordinary rate for printed matter on all copies of this GAZETTE sent by post within the United King- dom, except such as are despatched in proper course from a Metropolitan Government Office, or from the Publishing Office of the GAZETTE. Copies sent abroad should be prepaid at the rate of a halfpenny for every two ounces." APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 1.— B Division•— For being concerned with Joseph Martin Gontier ( in custody), in stealing an 18 ct. massive diamond bracelet, oval centre, set cluster of large brilliants, hinged band, set smaller stones in oblong panels, scroll centres, set in silver and platinum, composed of about 300 stones, gold clasp fastening— A MAN, age 28, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., slight build, complexion sallow, hair light, long thin nose, small red pimple bottom of right side, extended nostrils, high cheek bones, thin lips; dress, blue serge jacket suit, hard felt hat, may be wearing brown mixture suit, green Alpine hat with bow at back. Supposed a French- man. 2.— D Division.— For obtaining £ 95 by false pretences ( concerned with William Smith, alias Nelson and " Scotch Willie," in custody)— EDWARD EDWARDS, alias OLIVER, FRAN- CIS, and EDGAR FOURNIER, a Frenchman, Office No. 1310- 04, age 33, height 5 ft. 6i in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes hazel, scar right cheek, piece out of nose; dress, dark jacket suit, light mackintosh, usuallv respectably dressed. Warrant issued. 3.— p Divisionm— For obtaining, by false pretences, 12th inst., a horse, trap, and harness ( recovered)— GEORGE RUSSELL, alias CUR- LTS, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., com- plexion sallow, hair dark brown : dress, long brown overcoat, grey striped trousers, light tweed cap. A chimnev sweep ; native of Brockley. Warrant issued. 4.— x Division•— For stealing a post office savings bank book and for^ erv— PHILIP COPOCCI, alias PETER AT. VERS, Office No. 2597- 97, age 28, height 5 ft. 8f in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes dark brown, scar top of nose. Sentenced at Birmingham Sessions, lst July, 1903, to 4 years penal servitude for larceny ( lodger). Known to Police of Oldham, Worcester, Liverpool, Chorley, Wigan, Birkdale, Preston, Lancaster, and Manchester. A native of the Canary Islands. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. A BEROEC NSHIRE. 5.— Aberdeen ( City).— For stealing, 28th October last, 2 chains and 2 seals ( re- covered); 1 15 ct. gold albert, single, open curb pattern, weight 1 oz. 10 dwts. 18J grains, A. C. Co." stamped on bar; 1 gold seal, chain pattern top, stamped " A. W." and Hall mark, dark stone on either side of a revolving disc— R. G. NISBET, age about 30, height about 5 ft. 8 in., complexion sallow, hair black, clean shaved, eyes dark blue; broad nose, top of one forefinger smaller than the other: dress, Lovat knicker suit, cap to match, purple tie, fine Balmoral lace boots, wear- ing yellow metal watch and silver albert. Stated he was a medical doctor; native of Cornwall. He 2 APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( mmtinned)— obtained the chains and seals on the pretence that he was one of a committee entrusted to make a selection for a presentation. Two of the chains and seals were sent by post to an Aberdeen pawnbroker, and he obtained an advance by telegraph. For about 14 months prior to 14th ult., he resided at Diabaig, Torridon, Ross- shire, and there repre- sented himself to be a medical doctor with means. On the last- mentioned date he left, and two days later he was seen in Edinburgh. He has also pledged 2 new waterproof coats, and these may have been obtained by similar means. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, City Police, Aberdeen. BERKSHIRE. 6.— Reading ( County).— For stealing from his lodgings, llth uist., at Pangbourne, a lady's gold ring, set 2 diamonds and 3 sapphires; 1 gold chain locket; 1 coil imitation pearls; 1 small rolled gold bangle; 1 chain of red coral beads; 3 brooches, set brilliants; 1 silver lever watch, " G. K. F." en- graved on outside case— HERBERT — age 25, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion and hair dark, red speck side of nose, right side of face slightly blotched; dress, brown jacket and cap, light fancy vest, small flowers on front, navy blue trousers, brown boots, carrying gloves. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, County Police, Reading. 7.— Windsor ( Borough).— For obtaining, by false pretences, 18th inst., a double- barrelled ham- mer gun, English make, back action, half pistol grip, plain steel barrels, snap fore- end, walnut stock, has a number on barrels adjoining action, also on trigger guard; 1 dark brown leather case, 32J by 9 ins., with brass corners, screwed on, and brass lock; 40 cartridges, Eley's No. 12, red ca^ e, with " The Windsor Castle, A. E. Warren, Wind- sor" printed thereon— WILLIAM HURLEY or WILLIAM JAMES WILSON, age 50, height 5 ft. 10 or 11 in., stout build, hair medium colour, large coarse features, prominent nose, speaks in very low tone; dress, dark suit, blue overcoat aaid brown Alpine hat. He took lodgings in the dis- trict, where he gave the name of Wilson, and stated he was a olerk at the London and County Bank, and required rooms for about 4 months. He afterwards went to a gunsmith, to whom he gave the name of Hurley, stated he was Courier to H. M. the King, and wished to purchase a gun as a present for his son. After selecting a gun, case, and some cartridges, he suggested they be taken to his address in order that his son might see them. Absconded 19th inst. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Windsor. CHESHIRE. S.— AHrinoham ( County).— For obtaining ill 14s., by false pretences— J. MATHER, alias G. HUGHES, age about 24, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh, high cheek bones, hair light brown, clean shaved, large mouth; wearing dark clothing, black hard felt hat, marquise ring, set brilliants and diamonds, carried a dirty brown hand bag, about 14 ins. long. He calls upon stationers, represents himself as a son or representa- tive of a firm of penmakers, Birmingham, obtains large orders, and supplies pens purporting to be made by the firm, but afterwards found to be of inferior make. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Okell, Altrincham. 9.— Crewe ( County).— For obtaining food and lodgings by false pretences— DAVID BENNETT, age 23, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair dark, clean shaved, black pimples right cheek bone, one over each eye, of Jewish appearance; dress, dark striped suit, tight fitting trousers, new broad pattern tie, hard felt hat, lace boots. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Pearson, Crewe. 10 Dukinfield ( Cour, ty\— For obtaining £ 1 4s. by false pretences, llth inst., by representing that a piece of linoleum was double the measure- ment it actually was— PETER ASPINALL, age about 22, height about 5 ft. 5 in., slight build, complexion fresh, hair brown ; dress, brown suit, cap, lace boots. A native of Preston, Lanes. He travels the country hawking oilcloth and linoleum with a dark brown horse and a light trap, painted dark colour, " Peter Aspinall, Stockport," painted thereon. Well known in Lancashire. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Croghan, Dukinfield. 11 — Hazel Grove ( County).— For embezzl- ing £ 1 6s. at High Lane, Marple, between 19th ult. and 12th inst.— GEORGE RICHARDSON, age 50, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion fresh, hair ( turning grey) and moustache brown; dress, long brown overcoat, grey jacket, cord vest with sleeves, grey tweed trousers, grey cap, composition collar, strong lace boots. A cab driver or ostler; native of High . Lane, Maipie. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Dutton, Hazel Grove. 12.— Liscard ( County).— For housebreaking, 17th inst., and stealing a gold bracelet; 1 9 ct. gold curb do.; 1 15 ct. gold do., gate shape, locket attached, inscription, " Presented to Mrs. Drury, on the occasion of her marriage, by the Members of Egremont Institute, April 30th, 1902," thereon; 1 quarter guinea, date 1760; 1 Kruger half- sovereign; 1 lady's 18 ot. gold watch, gold dial, open face; 1 do. 9 ct. gold albert; 1 do. 18 ct. gold engagement ring, set 5 small dia- monds, claw setting; 1 do. 15 ct. gold dress ring, set small diamond; 1 18 ct. do., set large Burmah ruby in centre, 3 diamonds each side; 1 gold bar brooch, small diamond in centre; 1 do. gold locket, oval, set brilliants, one side containing photographs of a little girl and gentleman, small gold neck chain attached; 1 gold pin, round, set blue and red stones; 1 do., oval, set blue stone; 1 do. gold coloured masonic pin; 8 silver sports medals ( 3 gold centres, some had " W. Johnson" and some " W. J." thereon); and £ 19 12s.— TWO MEN ( lst, age about 19, height 5 ft. 6 in., stiff build, very red face, hair brown; wearing three- quarter length fawn coloured overcoat, dark grey cap. 2nd, age 23 to 24, height 5 ft. 8 in., slight moustache dark; wearing green rainproof overooat, black hard felt liat). Information to Supt. McHale, Liscard. 13. — Stockport ( Borough).— For obtaining 9s. 7£ d. by false pretences, 5th October last— JAMES WHITE, alios BERNARD WARD, age about 26 ( looks older), height about 6 ft., com- plexion pale, hair light, clean shaved, of good address, pleasant manner; wearing dark clothes, brown leggings. Had with him a black bag, con- taining instruments. He called upon farmers, & c., stated he represented a Liverpool firm of manu- facturers of a weed and moss destroyer, obtained orders and payment, but failed to deliver the goods. He also takes apartments and represents himself as a chiropodist, manicurist, and masseur, receives payment in advance for several months' treatment, but fails to carry out the contract. May be using an assumed name. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Stockport. ESSEX. 14 — Brentwood ( County).— For embezzling £ 1 Is. 4d.— WILLIAM KING, age 22, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., slight build, complexion fresh, hair and slight moustache very dark; dress, blue serge suit, dark grey cap. A milkman; believed a native of Hackney. Was an inmate of the Hackney Board of Guardians' Training Schools at Brentwood till September, 1901. Warrant issued. 15.— Brentwood ( County). — For stealing ( bailee) 13s. 6d.— ERNEST BRUCE, alias ERNIE STUBBS, age 24, height 5 ft. 7 in., slight build, round shoulders, complexion fresh, rather thin face, hair dark brown, slight moustache dark, may be clean shaved; dress, rusty blue suit, shabby genteel appearance. An ex- Postman; native of Mountnessing. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Marden, Brentwood. 16. — Southend- on- Sea ( County). — CHARLES DICKS, Case No. 17, 18th inst., de- ceased. 17.— Colchester ( Borough).— For stealing, 16th inst., a snake ring, set with 2 small diamonds for eyes; 1 lady's small diamond ring; 1 do. old- fashioned ring, monogram on outside, set diamond in centre, square setting; 2 ladies' rings ( recovered, in pledge)— A MAN, supposed WILLIAMS, age 25 to 30, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion sallow, blotchy face, hair brown, clean shaved; dress, dark frieze overcoat ( double- breasted), light grey suit, green cap, brown scarf. Left behind a bunch of 4 door- keys on a split ring, with a brass tablet ( circular), " No. 14 " inscribed thereon, attached. Information to the Chief Constable, Colchester. GL OUCES TERSHIRE. 18. - Bristol ( City).— For stealing, 28th ult., a light weight motor bicycle, marked " N. S. U." on tank at side, identification plate, " F. J. 67," a particularly small machine, in good condition— — SMITH, age about 30, height 5 ft. 2 in., hair and moustache light brown; dress, green mackin- tosh, tweed cap, black puttie leggings and boots. In possession of a motor driver's licence, in name of Harry Sidney Miller, issued at Bristol. He called at the shop of the Quadrant Cycle Company and stated he wanted to purchase a motor bicycle, he was shown one, obtained permission to try it, and rode away. W arrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. 19.— Bristol ( City).— For obtaining money, food and lodgings by false pretences, between 28th ult. and llth inst.— CAPTAIN KELLIE, alias E. M. F1TZROY KELLY, age 37 ( looks much older), height about 5 ft. 9 in., slight build, complexion fre& h, hair ( thin on top) brown, heavy moustache sandy, Roman nose, thin white hands, of good addre66; dress, navy blue suit, double- breasted jacket, 2 rows of brass buttons, " Royal Victoria Yacht Club " thereon, brass buttons on vest, turned down collar, black tie, old brown boots, gold chain, 3 stone diamond ring ( 1 stone missing) on right little finger, when out he wore an old speckled grey overcoat and dark cap, may now be wearing new clothing. He represented that he was employed by the British Seamen's and Stewards' Asociation, London, and had opened a branch in this City. He also stole a cheque book on Lloyd's Bank, St. George's, Bristol, Branch, containing 4 cheques, one of which has been negotiated at Salisbury and one at Saltash, Nos. of other two 065933 and 065934. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom Information to the Chief Constable, Bristol. HAMPSHIRE. 20.— Ringwood ( County).— For stealing £ 7' 5 14s. 7d. ( monies of a slate club), 14th inst.—- HARRY FOPE, age about 41, height 5 ft. 10 in,, complexion rather dark, hair and moustache ( clipped) dark brown, slightly lame right leg, scars thereon; dress, light grey check suit and cap, light blue tie, dark overcoat, carried a brown leatner kit bag. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Mayes, Ringwood. 21. Portsmouth ( Borough).— Vor stealing, 10th inst., a plain gold bangle, plain gold heart thereon; 1 lady's plain gold ring, " Mizpah " there- on; 1 do. gold dress ring, set 5 salmon coloured stones; 1 do., pearl m centre ( diamond shape), turquoise each side; 1 silver ring, set 3 pearls in centre, 3 blue stones each side; 1 small gold cross; 1 lady's silver brooch, half moon shape, surrounded with brilliants; 1 do. heavy long gold guard; 1 gold curb albert, spade guinea attached— TWO MEN ( lst, age about 50, height 5 ft. 6 or grey) dark, clean shaved; wearing dark overcoat, light motor cap. 2nd, age about 28, height 5 ft. 8 in., slight build, complexion pale, hair believed dark; wearing dark overcoat, motor cap or hard felt hat). They engaged rooms at a boarding house and represented that they were employed by a London firm doing electrical work in the Dockyard here. One man engagsd the occupier in conversation while the other stole the above articles. Information to the Chief Constable, Portsmouth. HER TFORDSHIRE. 12— Hitch in ( County).— For stealing £ 50 ( monies of a Sick Benefit Society, of which he was secretary)— WILLIAM WELLS, alias GODBE- IIEAR, age 25 to 30, height about 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh, thin features, pock marked, hair brown, moustache light, eyes hazel, nose has been broken, abscess scar right side of face; dress, dark suit, grey overcoat and cap. A metal turner; believed a native of Battersea, London. Has been a sailor and professional boxer. May be found selling mechanical toys. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Hitchin. 23.— St. Alhans\( County).— For stealing IBs. 3d.— B. MITCHELL, ' age 30, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion pale, full face, hair dark, clean shaved, Jewish accent; wearing grey mixture over- coat, black hard felt hat. A native of Camden Town, London. Carried a bag or trinket case. He sold some mock jewellery, was handed £ 1 in payment, and absconded with the balance. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Reed, County Police Station, St. Albans. KENT. 24.— Chatham { County).— For obtaining, by false pretences, a banker's cheque and order for payment of £ 48 8s. 6d. and £ 1 lis. 6d. ( viz., that he was about to develop a dairy farm)— FRED- ERICK HARDY RUFFLES, age about 49, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion and hair dark, bushy eyebrows, prominent chin, impediment in speech; dress, dark suit, dark grey overcoat, black ( polished) leggings, black bowler hat, purple tie ( spotted). Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Rhodes, Chatham. 2 THE POLICE GAZETTE. PORTRAITS OF PERSONS WANTED. DERBYSHIRE. 25. - Chesterfield ( County).— For stealing at Whittington, 24th ult., a lady's 18 ct. gold English lever watch, gold hands; 1 lady's gold Geneva watch, gold hands; 1 lady's do., black hands; 1 lady's long 9 ct. gold neck chain; 1 gold albert, spade- ace guinea attached; 1 lady's dia- mond and sapphire ring, " EDGAR" engraved inside; 1 umbrella, " FIELD" inside cover; 1 silver cheese knife; 1 silver pickle fork, in case; 2 silver salt spoons; 2 silver meat skewers, in case; and about £ 7— ARTHUR JONES, alias " DR." McKENZIE, JAMES BRADSHAW, WILLIAM FISHER, ALBERT WARDER, HENRY BUR- TON, CLARKE, ASHBURTON, HARRY FRANKFORT, CLAYTON BROWN, and " MAJOR " MATTHEW CLAYTON, Office No. 3222- 01 ( Case No. 11, 11th inst.), age 45, height 5 ft. 9| in., complexion fresh, hair and slight moustache brown, eyes blue, large red nose, " E. O. J. A.," cross, heart, " H. F.," ship, and " C. F." left, sailor on barrel, pierced heart and ship right forearm; dress chocolate coloured jacket, vest, and breeches, brown stockings, red mixture tops, green hat, dark overcoat. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, 1 Chesterfield. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 26. — E Division. — For embezzling £ 1 15s., 26th September last ( while acting as Secretary In the National Society of Telephone Employees)— VINCENT E. MOIR, age 34, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion and eyes dark, hair and moustache dark brown, slightly deaf left ear, addicted to drink; dress, dark suit and overcoat, dark tie, hard felt hat, lace boots. A native of Glasgow. Fre- quents working men's clubs. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. GL OUCES TERSHIRE. 27.— Bristol ( City).— For neglecting to main- tain his wife and family— CHARLES HOCKING, age 36, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion, hair, and curly moustache dark, may be clean shaved. Is believed to have assumed the name of Clarke, and travelling the country with a young woman seek- ing engagements at music halls as a thought reader, or at bioscope shows as an electrician. Warrant issued. A reward of £ 2 2s. will be paid by the Guardians, Bristol, for the arrest of Hocking. Information to the Chief Constable, Bristol. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued)- KENT. 28 — Sevenoaks ( County). - For stealing 12th inst., a blue mixture jacket and vest; 1 pair blue mixture trousers, red stripe; 1 black vest, white spots, double breasted; 1 blue and white Oxford shirt; 2 ties; 1 polo collar; 1 pair dark brown socks; 1 pair patent leather lace boots, size 7 ; 1 green cloth hat, " Walter Bernard, German St., W." inside— WALTER REEVES, age 20, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes blue, basket of flowers and snake tat- tooed on chest, woman's head left forearm ; wear- ing the stolen clothes. A native of Derby. A deserter from the 2nd Royal Irish Rifles. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Taylor, Sevenoaks. 2'.).— Tun bridge Wells ( Borough).— For stealing, 5th inst., 10 £ 5 Bank of England notes — HENRY BROWNING, alias JACK ALERON, II. W. ALLEN, BROWN, FLETCHER, BAR- ROW, WILLIS, and LANE, Office No. 3352- 96 ( ILLUSTRATED CIRCULAR 82, Figure 7, and Case No. 29, 11th inst.), age 42, height 5 ft. in., stoutish build, complexion fresh, full face, thick lips, hair brown, eyes hazel, prominent teeth, blinks when speaking, well spoken, scar left eye- brow, end lst right finger deformed; dress, brown mixture suit, green fancy vest, brown overooat with ^ velvet collar, green soft felt or black bowler hat, wears diamond ring on one little finger and a small gold curb watoh chain. Follows race meet- ings, and may represent himself to be a veterinary surgeon.— JENNIE ALERON, alias F. A. ALLIN, age about 36, height about 5 ft. 2 in., stout build, complexion fair, hair dark brown, mole on cheek; dress, green costume, mole- skin coat and muff, green or green and blue hat, some1 times wears a light mackintosh, horse shoe brooch, set diamonds, gold brooch, composed of 2 keys, gold curb chain bracelet, with padlock attached. Warrants issued. < 10.— Tun bridge Wells ( Borough).— For obtaining £ 5 by false pretences, 16th inst.— ALFRED PICQUART or PICQUET, age 47, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair ( very bald), beard and moustache ginger ( turning grey), double row of teeth lower jaw, near- sighted, unable to read without glasses; dress, grey suit, black and white tie, grey overcoat, strap at back, black bowler hat, carried a brown brief bag. In posses- sion of cards, " Captain A. L. Picquet, F. N. V. S., Veterinary Surgeon." A veterinary surgeon, licensed or registered in Alabama, Florida, Texas, Louisiana, Georgia, North and South Carolina, Rhodes Island. References: U. S. Armv. French and Egyptian Cavalry. Formerly quarantine In- spector, also trainer and riding instructor. May seek employment on a liner, and has expressed his intention of going to America. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, Tunbridsre Wells. LANQASHiRE. 31.— PreSCOt ( County).— For failing to report — Licence- holder WALTER GILLIBRAND, alias DAVID SCARISBRICK, Office No. 1235- 08, age 31, height 4 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, scar left eyebrow, 2 moles back of neck classified as weak- minded. A native of Prescot. Sentenced at Northampton Assizes, 14th Novem- ber, 1904, to 5 years penal servitude for arson ( stack). Licensed 12th August, 1908. e 555. May be dealt with where found. Information to Supt. Baxendale, Prescot. 32.— Warrington ( Borough).— For embezzl- ing £ 98 4s. 6d.— ROBERT R. BLACK, age about 46, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., good build, complexion fresh, high cheek bones, broad features, moustache dark sandy; dress, dark overcoat and trousers, dark soft tweed hat. A theatrical manager, formerly a solicitor. He booked from Manchester to Holyhead, 14th inst., supposed en route for Ireland. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Warrington. LINCOLNSHIRE. 33.— Lincoln ( City).— For failing to report— Licence- holder HARRY WILSON, alias HAR- VEY, HOLT, RUSSELL, ARMSTRONG, WALKER, GRAHAM, and CAREW, an Irish- man, Office No. 2706- 02, age 64, height 5 ft. 8i in., complexion fresh, hair grey ( bald), eyes brown, scar right of nose, tumour right of neck; dress, grey suit, grey overcoat, red tie, cap, and gaiters. A journalist. Sentenced at Lincoln Quarter Sessions, 21st February, 1905, to 5 years penal servitude for false pretences. Licensed 21st ult. Q a f 192. Has been convicted at Northamp- ton, Leicester, Chester, Newcastle, Worcester, Leeds, Dover, and Warwick. May be dealt with where found. Information to the Chief Constable, Lincoln. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. — Peterborough ( Liberty of).— For stealing a lady's gold watch and chain, gold key and locket attached; 1 pearl and turquoise brooch; 1 gold brooch, diamond shape, pearl in centre; 1 gold ring, set pearls; 1 silver locket and chain— CAPTAIN HADLEIGH ( supposed false), age 50 to 55, height 5 ft. 10 or 11 in., clean shaved; dress, dark grey jacket and knickerbockers, fancy vest, green shade, dark grey overcoat, lace boots. He hires motor cars, calls upon persons and offers to purchase houses and estates; also obtains clothing from local tradesmen. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Blackman, Peterborough NO TTINGHA MS HIRE. 35.— Nottingham ( City).— For obtaining, by- false pretences ( 3 charges), between 21st and 27th ult., a double- barrelled gun, steel barrels, " Jack- son, Gunmaker," on rib, " No. 45,398" thereon; 1 18 ct. gold Swiss split centre second chrono- graph watch, No. 3061; Bryan's Dictionary of Painters, 5 Vols., and a History of Engraving— Licence- holder HENRY FRANCIS HAMILTON alias THOMAS FRANCTS WILKINSON HAM- ILTON, HENRY WYNDHAM FORTESCUE, HENRY FRANCIS GORDON NAPTER, " DR. GRANT and DOUGLAS," Office No. 3685- 97 4 T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 24, 19U8. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued)— ( ILLUSTRATED CIRCULAR 90, Figure 14), Case No. 103, ' 20th ult. and Tabular Form, 4th inst., age 64, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fresh, hair grey, beard and moustache, has a fleshy growth on lower lip; may be wearing frock coat and silk hat or brown check jacket suit, carries an umbrella in black case. He came to Nottingham, 18th ult., took private apartments in the suburbs, called on tradesmen, and by representing that he was a retired doctor from Sussex with means, obtained the above goods, and left 28th ult. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Nottingham. SHROPSHIRE. 36.— Oswestry ( County).— For obtaining food and lodgings by false pretences, 10th inst.— — JONES, age about 40, height about 5 ft. 9 in., good build, complexion fresh, rather long features, thick upper lip, sores thereon, large forehead, wrinkled, hair light, clean shaved, eyes blue, piece broken off one front tooth, Welsh accent; dress, dark brown jacket, blue plaid vest, grey breeches, brown leather leggings, light blue or green cap with dark stripes, heavy nailed boots, light colour leather watch guard, buckle fastener and a lady's silver watch. Had with him a light colour mackintosh, cycle cap, and a bicycle. He stated he belonged to the Farmers' Association, took lodgings for him- self and another man, who would join him the following day; talked a good deal of Wales, and said he had served in the Army. Absconded 11th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hamlet, Oswestry. 5 TA FFOROSHIRE. 37.— Longton ( County).— For stealing, 8th inst., 2 horses ( recovered)— BERNARD FOSTER, alias WILLIAM BELL, age 23, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache dark brown, eyes brown, scar left cheek bone; dress, drab New- market overcoat ( much worn), dark trousers ( sup- posed cord), dark muffler, cap and clogs. A carter; native of Normacot, Longton. May be found in company of low horse dealers or hawkers of earthenware. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Oakden, Longton. SURREY. 38.— Chertsey ( County).— For embezzling £ 5 14s., 27th ult., at Egham— A MAN, age 17, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fair, hair light, eyes blue. A greengrocer's assistant; native of Staines, Middlesex. Absconded 28th ult. Is said to have gone to Wales. Information to Supt. Hackman, Chertsey. SUSSEX ( East). 39. Brighton ( Borough)— For foiling to re port— Licence- holder HERBERT WILLIAMS, alias SMITH and WHITING, Office No. 1319- 01, age 36, height 5 ft. 8£ in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, nose broken, bust of man, clasped hands, heart, " TRUE LOVE" right, " H. W.," crest, " ELIZA," shamrock, flowers, horse shoes, and " E. S." left forearm. A baker; native of Lewes. Sentenced at Exeter Assizes, 23rd June, 1904, to 5 years penal servitude and remanet of former sentence for larceny. Liberated on licence 27th ult., which expires 16th March, 1910. b e 255. Rejxnted lst inst., proceeding to Uckfield, but did not report there. May be dealt with where found. Information to the Chief Constable, Brighton. id.— Hastings ( Borough).— For larceny ( ser- vant)— ALBERT VICTOR SMITH, age 21, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes dark, clean shaved; dress, greenish suit and • cap. A butcher. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Hastings. WEST LOTHIAN. 41.- Linlithgow ( County) — For embezzling £ 127 10s.— JOHN WILSON, age 65, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., small face, hair ( bald on top), beard ( closely cropped) and heavy moustache grey, eyes ( left weak and watery) grey, walks erect, smart appearance; dress, black three- quarter length over- coat, velvet collar, black morning coat, grey vest and trousers with dark stripes, black bow tie, light lace boots. A cashier; native of Glasgow. Has been in America and South Africa. May en- deavour to leave the country. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, Linlithgow. WILTSHIRE. 42.— Swindon ( County).— For forging and uttering a cheque for £ 2 5s. on the Middlesbrough Branch, National Provincial Bank of England— STANLEY W. HARRISON, age 32, height 5 ft. 11 in., slightly corpulent, complexion fresh, full faoe, hair ( turning grey; black, clean shaved, walks erect, addicted to drink, of athletic appearance; dress, blue serge suit, double- breasted jacket, light tan colour boots, heavy make. Recently employed by the Trades' Exhibition Syndicate, and has visited various towns; formerly employed in an Excise Office at North Wales, prior to which he was a school teacher at Leeds. Had in his posses- sion a new brown leather portmanteau, umbrella, and stick. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Swindon. 43.— Warminster ( County).-- For stealing £ 13— SIDNEY PAYNE, age 24, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion fresh, round features, hair dark brown; dress, black suit, shabby green tie, black bowler hat, lace boots. A native of Westbury. Stated he had been convicted at Winchester and elsewhere. Has been tramping the country begging and singing in public houses. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Lane, Warminster. WORCES TERSHIRE. 44. — Kidderminster ( Borough). — For stealing, 12th inst., 2 £ 1 postal orders, the pro- perty ot the Postmaster- General, by snatching them from the counter of a sub- post office— LOUIS STANISLAUS, Office No. S 66766 ( for portrait see Case No. 19, 4th inst.), age 41, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fair, slightly pockmarked, hair and stubby moustache light brown ( turning grey), eyes blue, red veins right of nose, anchor left fore- arm; wearing light brown rainproof overcoat, black bowler hat, button boots, may be wearing a sea green double- breasted silk vest. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Kidder- minster. YORKSHIRE ( East Riding). 4).— Hull ( City).— For embezzlement, 26th August last— JOSEPH ROTENBURG, a German, age 21 to 23, height about 5 ft., complexion dark, hair brown, clean shaved, eyes blue; dress, com- mon brown mixture suit, black soft felt hat, lace boots. A photographer's canvasser. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. 46 — Hull ( City).— For stealing £ 6 14s.— GEORGE WILLIAMS, alias GEORGE WIL- LIAM WARD, age 50, height 5 ft. 7 in., good build, complexion ruddy, round face, moustache and eyes ( prortuding) grey, addicted to drink; dress, greenish- grey and red stripe jacket, grey vest with white stripes, blue trousers, black over- coat, neckerchief and bowler hat. A draughts- man ; native of Newcastle. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, Hull. YORKSHIRE ( North Riding). 47. — Middlesbrough ( Borough). — For stealing £ 24 8s. 4d.-- THOMAS BE ALES, age 34, height 6 ft., rather round shoulders, weight about 13 stones, complexion fresh, hair and slight mous- tache dark, rather large ears; dress, black jacket suit, green tie, brown cap, brown lace boots. A certified bailiff; native of Middlesbrough. Has served in the Oldham Borough Police. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Middles- brough. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). i8.— Barnsley ( County).— For stealing from his lodgings, at Hoyle Mill, 12th inst., an old metal watch, white dial, black hands; 1 dark blue, red, and white striped cotton shirt; and 12s. 6d.— ERNEST ORMSTON, age 21, height 5 ft. 6 o. 7 in., complexion pale, hair light brown, cleai shaved, eyes blue, tattooed left forearm, " Faith, Hope, and Charity " on right wrist, covered with wrist strap, fastened with 2 buckles; dress, dark brown jacket and vest, navy uniform trousers, black and blue silk muffler, black cap. A stoker or bobbin turner; native of Liverpool. Warrant issued. IQ.— Barnslev ( County).— For stealing a lady's silver watch ( supposed Geneva), flowered dial, black numerals, gold hands, chased back; and £ 2 8s. 4Ad.— ARTHUR ALLOTT, age 17, height 5 ft'. 7£ in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, cut scar on nose; dress, dark green jacket and vest, grey tweed knickers, brown cap, grey tweed overcoat. In possession of trousers to match jacket and vest. A native of Meadow Hall, Yorks. Warrant issued. 50 .— Barnsley ( County). For stealing a silver English lever watch, No. 75025, " William Housley, Ashton- under- Lyne " on dial, small piece snipped out of edge of seconds dial; a silver chain, 3 short links between long ones pattern, a silver medal, shield pattern, gold centre, " P. & D. J. L." stamped on back, as pendants; and 3s.— JACK CLARKE, age about 26, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion very fresh, hair light brown, clean shaved, eyes blue, rather flat nose, slightly turned up at end, slightly bow- legged; dress, black lapped coat, vest and trousers, very dark grey overcoat, heliotrope tie, safety pin set 3 stones ( 2 light, 1 red), hard hat, light lace boots. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. McDonald, Barnsley. 51. — Pontefract ( County). — For stealing, 14th inst., at Castleford, a metal watch and chain, silk muffler, and pair of boots— SAMUEL WIL- KINSON, age 40, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion very dark, hair black, slight moustache dark, eyes dark ( squinti:); dress, dark suit ( trousers torn one knee) and cap. light coloured muffler, blue and white check ti", clogs, or the stolen boots. A coal miner. Warrant issued. 52.— Pontefract ( County).— For stealing* a pair of hand- sewn boots, plain fronts, size 8, 14th inst., at Castleford— JOSEPH REDSHAW, alias JOE RENSHAW, age 26, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., stout build, complexion dark, hair dark brown, moustache black, eyes dark brown, broad forehead, stoops when walking; dress, dark jacket and vest, tiglu cord trousers, peak cap, and the stolen boots. A labourer or maltster; native of Beverley. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hollis, Pontefract. 53.— Bradford ( City).— For assault, and stealing £ 5 9s.— JOHN CARTER, alias JOHN HUSTIN CARTLEY LYCETT, Office No. 1726- 03, age 26, height 5 ft. 11£ in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, scar above right eye- brow, bust of sailor left forearm, dark mixture suit and mackintosh, rent each side, supposed patch under one arm ( worn). An electrician; native of London. Left Bradford, 12th inst., accompanied by a Woman ( with whom he has co- habited, not to be arrested), age about - J, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., slight build, complexion fair, hair light, rather prominent nose, large blue eyes; dress, brown skirt, blue coat, large blue hat. Had with them a small smooth haired dog, brown pointed ears, long tail ( mongrel). Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Bradford. 54.— Sheffield ( City).— For stealing, lst inst., a grey mixture rainproof overcoat, " Rain & Sun- shine" inside collar; 1 black serge jacket; 1 silver albert, 1 long and 3 small links alternately, old coin as appendage; 1 white hafted razor in case; 1 black do.— ALFRED HOWDEN, age 40, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion dark, hair dark brown, scar left cheek; wearing dark trousers, brown cap. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Sheffield. 55.— Barnsley ( Borough). For obtaining food and lodgings by fales pretences— THOMAS THOMPSON, alias HOWARD and BEDFORD, Office No. 1630- 05, age 29, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion pale, hair black, moustache sandy, eyes grey, scar over left eye; dress, black mourning coat, black and white fancy check vest, dark trousers, light stripe, red and white tie, light grey cap, light fawn coloured mixture overcoat, carried a brown leather hand bag, containing a packet of tea and a receint book. A grocer; native of Consett, Durham. Obtained lodgings, 12th inst., stating he was employed by the Globe Tea Co., and absconded 14th inst. Has been convicted at Carlisle, Ripon, Hawick, Shap, Lancaster, and Wakefield. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Barnsley. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. HAMPSHIRE. 56. - Fareham ( County).— Committed for trial at Hants Quarter Sessions, for stealing jewellery ( recovered)— JOHN THOMPSON, age 41, height 5 ft. 5 A- in., complexion fresh, hair ( turning grey) dark brown, eyes blue, mole between eyebrows, long cut scar on throat, dot back left thumb; dress, dark blue tweed suit, blue rough overcoat, grey motor cap. Had in his possession a green monkey hat. States he is a native of Bel- fast.— LEONARD WAKEFIELD NEWMAN, alias AUGUSTUS EMMETT, age 27, height 5 ft. 5 PERSONS IN CUSTODY ( continued)- 5 in., oomplexion pale, hair black, eyes grey; dress, dark blue tweed suit, dark grey rainproof oveircoat, grey motor cap, brown boots ( blacked over). Be- lieved wanted elsewhere. Information to Supt. Carman Fareham. MONMOUTHSHIRE. 57.— Newport ( Borough).— JOHN ALFRED POPE, Case No. ( 53, 11th inst., was discharged on 18th inst. S TA FFORDSHIRE . 58.— Stafford ( County).— Committed for trial at Stafford Sessions, 5th prox., on 3 charges of larceny ( lodgings) and fraud— SAMUEL HEW- ISON, aluis FREDERICK RYAN TROUSDALE, Office No. 1526- 08, Case No. 15, 4th inst. ( for portrait see Case No. 33, 20th ult.). Found in his possession:— A Board of Trade certificate of discharge from s. s. Bia/ ra, London, No. 346809, bearing name " Fred Trousdale"; 1 silver medal, shield shape, " Fred Ryan" on one side and " Bowling,) - 1905 " on the other; 1 key; 1 photo- graph of a lady; 1 brown leather purse; 5 foreign copper coins; 1 brown leather cigarette case, square, silver mounted corners; 1 lady's 9 ct. gold ring, set 6 small pearls and white stone in centre; 1 pair of lined cuffs; 1 pair of gold coloured cuff links; 1 pair of brown lad gloves; 1 white pocket handkerchief; 1 white silk handkerchief, with flower and " Christmas Greetings from the Dia- mond Fields " in one corner; 1 brass scarf pin, set glass stone; 1 gold coloured plain safety pin; 1 white metal shield; 1 umbrella, hook handle; 1 pair of gold coloured pince- nez. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Stafford. PROPERTY STOLEN. GLAMORGANSHIRE. 59.— Cardiff ( City).— 10th inst., by house- breaking, a lady's 18 ct. gold keyless watch, gold dial, chased back, initials " H. M. I." engraved on back case; 1 do. long gold neck chain, rope pattern; 1 do., ivy leaf pattern, 4 cameos attached; 1 18 ct. gold brooch, set 16 pearls and several rubies, oval old fashioned; 1 18 ct. gold brooch, works on swivel, hair forming Prince of Wales' plumes; 1 18 ct. gold crescent brooch, set pearls and tur- quoise; 1 do. round brooch, wreath of holly and bird in centre; 1 do. long brooch with 2 women's heads in lava stone; 1 cat's- eye yellow stone brooch, mounted in silver; 1 18 ct. gold mosaic brooch, long, blue enamelled; 1 eagle brooch, bronze, set stones; 1 18 ct. gold brooch, buckle pattern; 1 do., small round, lady's head thereon; 1 do., ruby in centre; 1 black enamelled brooch, set in steel, photograph in back; 1 18 ct. gold oval brooch, embossed with acorns and coloured photograph of a lady inside; 1 green pebble brooch, " Lena" thereon; 2 18 ct. gold lockets ( 1 oval; 1 round, photograph of a gentleman in each); 1 do. double locket, photo- graph of a lady and gentleman inside; 1 crystal oval locket, rose worked thereon; 1 large silver snuff box, inside lined with gold, cover em- bossed on edge; 1 lady's 18 ct. gold bracelet, blood stone seal with " I" thereon as pendant; 1 small pear shape 18 ct. gold pendant; 1 lady's silver neck chain, 3 crystal pendants attached, centre one large; 1 oval amethyst pendant; 1 pair jet ear- rings; 1 18 ct. gold pencil case; 1 garnet earring; 1 garnet necklace; 1 18 ct. large gold seal, one side pink; 1 silver filigree brooch; 1 silver neck chain with large silver cross attached; 1 pair of mother- o'- pearl opera glasses; 1 pair 18 ct. gold oval sleeve links; 1 pair 18 ct. gold oval sleeve links, embossed; 1 large green Russian leather pocket book purse; 1 brown leather purse, silver mounted; 1 plush purse, knob fastening; 1 lady's light green nurse, gold slide fastening; 1 small red leather purse, mounted with silver; 1 lady's small doe skin purse, silver mounted. Information to the Head Constable, Cardiff. LANARKSHIRE. 60.— Coatbridge ( Burgh).— 18th inst., by housebreaking, 14 ladies' gold watches, sup- posed levers, Nos. 71296, 20312, 42311, 78202, 78872, 103819, 84021, 73514, 31853, 23059, 149299, 197206, 210100, 37724; 22 ladies' gold watches, supposed Genevas, Nos. 3682, 106885, 11781, 110796, 116485, 10063, 10062, 37015, 60523, 147657, 89435, 74849, 18484, 10061, 275851, 98376, 98505, 17280, 127867, 33306, 89436, 110794; 1 lady's gold American Waltham demi- hunting lever watch No. 4 ", 40VT 2> white dial black chapters, plain cases; 1 18 ct. gold keyless lever watch, No. 42881, white dial, black chapters, plain cases; 4 14 ct. gold Geneva watches, Nos. 27459, 27460, 27461, 27462, key winding, white dials, black chapters, engine- turned cases; 4 gold filled lever watcnes, Nos. 57142, li^ i, 669590, " Henderson, Coatbridge," on movements or dials, white dials, black chapters, plain cases; 7 gold- filled lever watches, Nos. 5y » bZ2, JJuSug, 547418), 194;> 28, 194206, 194210, f^ isli i about 29 9 ct. gold keeper and signet rings, a number scratched on inside of each; about 29 9 and 18 ct. gold plain rings, a number scratched on inside of each; about 60 9, 15, and 18 ct. gold stone rings, set either diamond, rubies, pearls, sapphires, or turquoise, & c.; about 24 9 ct. gold necklets, various patterns, some secret link, some crescent, and some Spanish and tie link; about 24 9 ct. gold flexible bracelets, some set turquoise, some pearls, some rubies, but most plain; about 36 do., ( some 9 and some 15 ct. gold), all set either pearls, rubies, sapphires, or diamonds; about 6 9 ct. gold curb pattern alberts, some single, some double; about 4 9 ct. gold do., fetter and link pattern, some single, some double; about 12 9 ct. gold do., fancy pat- tern, some single, some double; 12 ladies' long 9 ct. gold guards, Spanish and tie, crescent, and belcher patterns; 48 9 ct. gold brooches, some piain, some with stones, mostly pearls and rubies; 24 15 ct. gold do., set diamonds, rubies, sapphires, pearls, or turquoise; about 24 sets of studs and sleeve links, 9 ct. gold, various patterns, nearly all engraved; 18 gold- filled plain and engraved brace- lets, some set stones; about 72 pendants, photo- pendants, oharms, and lockets, all gold. All except the watches bore tabs, a number and private mark thereon. Information to the Chief Constable, Burgh Police, Coatbridge. OXFORDSHIRE. 61.— Caversham ( County).— 13th inst., by housebreaking, a gold heart shape locket, pearl in centre, long gold chain attached; 2 ladies' gold rings ( 1 with gold heart and " E" thereon); 1 silver top of a powder puff box, " Sir Joshua Reynolds" five angels' heads in relief; 1 silver top of hairpin box; 2 gold studs ( 1 with opal in centre); 1 pair gold cuff links; 2 cases of scissors, Walker and Hall, Sheffield" thereon; 1 long button hook, embossed silver handle; 1 blue silk " Eolienne" skirt, lined blue silk, full at bottom, 3 bands of silk cross- wise. Information to Inspector Timms, Caversham. WORCES TERSHIRE. £ 5 REWARD. 62.— Worcester ( County).— During August last from Bockleton Court, near Tenbury, a lady's valuable seal skin cape, very full and deep, high double collar and neck strap, lined with white silk with stripes of rose buds and green leaves, " Ince ii Modera " on skin near collar under lining. The above reward will be paid by Mr. F. M. Modera, 64 Chester Square, London, S. W., for the apprehension and conviction of the thief and the recovery of the cape. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, County Police Office, Worcester, or to Supt. Walker, Stourport. YORKSHIRE ( East Riding). £ 20 REWARD. 63 — Hull ( City).— Between 26tli ult. and lst inst., by housebreaking, a lady's gold watch, gold dial, chased back, 2 strand gold albert, with slide in centre, and tassel attached; 1 do. albert, with gold trinket book containing 2 photographs; 1 18 ct. gold brooch, horse shoe pattern, about ins. across, set 7 diamonds; 1 gold brooch, set garnet; 1 do., £ 5 piece; 1 do., £ 2; 1 amethyst brooch, set pearls; 1 pair do. earrings, without pearls; 1 pair gold earrings, acorn pattern; 1 lady's gold ring, set 5 or 6 small diamonds; 1 lady's gold lialf- hoop ring, set 3 diamonds and 3 turquoise; 2 amber brooches, with chains; 1 pair of small gold earrings, set diamonds; 1 small gold dress ring; 1 gold book, lj ins. by 1 in. by J in., for 4 photo- graphs, ring in centre ( for appendage); 2 ladies' plain gold rings; 1 gold pin; 1 silver thimble; 2 silver serviette rings, supposed view of Brussels thereon; 1 silver- plated purse; 1 silver or plated do.; 1 £ 5 piece; 4 £ 2 pieces; new coins ( 2 of each), sovereign, half- sovereign, 5s., 2s. 6d., 2s., Is., 6d., and 3d.; and a quantity of old silver coins. Information to the Chief Constable, City Police, Hull, by whom the above reward will be paid to any person or persons giving such information as will lead to the apprehension of the thief or thieves and the recovery of the property. YORKSHIRE ( North Riding). 64. Middlesbrough ( Borough).— 12th inst., by housebreaking, a lady's 9 ct. gold double wire ring, small heart on top, " L. S." engraved thereon; 1 lady's gold dress ring, set 3 rubies, sur- rounded with small pearls, broken at top, antique; 1 rheumatic ring, plain band; 1 lady's gold dress ring, set 3 pearls in a row, red stone at each end; 1 gold curb bracelet, thick close links, safety chain, gold padlock, whistle, watch key, fish, fan, and mirror as appendages, attached; 1 small gold brooch, oblong, small horse shoe at one end, forget- me- nots at other; 1 gold brooch, representing Faith, Hope, and Charity, minus catch; 1 heart shape pendant, gold rim, photograph of a. child inside, glass at each side; 1 large round * ilver brooch, set Scotch pebbles; 1 brilliant brooch, spray of flowers design; 1 pair gold ear- rings, round, small diamond in centre ( nearly new); 1 small brilliant earring, set 1 stone in silver; 1 pair gold pince- nez, safety chain attached, in leather case; 1 lady's silver watch, silver dial, gold pointers and chapters, small delve on back of outer case, ticket with " Day & Co., or Kidd, Watchmakers, Whitby " thereon, inside; 1 brilliant necklace, fancy pen- dant set brilliants and 2 blue stones, attached; 1 string of brilliants, used as hair ornament; 1 bril- liant tiara, believed wing design; a number of jet ornaments; 1 black ostrich feather. Information to the Chief Constable, Middles- brough. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 65.— Otley ( County).— 14th inst., by house- breaking, a lady's gold watch, plain back, white dial; 1 do. silver watch, No. 60905, flowered dial, gilt pointers, " Fred Land, Wakefield" on inner case; 1 long gold chain, diamond shape links; 1 lady's gold buckle ring; 1 gold dress ring, set 3 small diamonds; 1 silver bracelet fastens with 2 knobs, shape of a hand; 1 hair brush, silver back, marked " F. to J., Oct. 9th, 08"; 1 lady's black leather purse, containing Is.; 2 silver bangles, set with a German, Indian, and an American coin, Old English coin, Lion shilling, and charm in shape of a pig attached; 1 gold brooch, leaves and 3 birds thereon; 1 metal brooch, set brilliants, shape of 2 squares with shamrock in centre of each — Suspicion is attached to A MAN, age 38, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion pale, hair light brown, eyes blue, " D " and 2 dots right forearm, anchor, 2 dots, and marks left forearm, dot between left thumb and forefinger, ring 3rd left finger, fleshy lump right cheek, mole on chin. A seaman or mason; native of Liverpool. Information to Supt. Strain, Otley. PERSONS or BODIES FOUND METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 66.— V Division. - Male child, Case No. 77> 18th inst., identified. Mother arrested. APPREHENSIONS. 67 — Metropolitan Police District, Convict Supervision Office.— JOSEPH WRIGHT, Office No. 2371- 01, Tabular Form, 4th September last, at Northampton, for horse- stealing. 68.— Metropolitan Police District, Convict Supervision Office.— JOHN SCOTT, Office No. 1463- 99, Tabular Form, 4th inst., at Havant, for larceny ( lodgings), as John Thompson. 09.- Metropolitan Police District, Convict Supervision Office.— JAMES RICHARDS, Office No. 3253- 01, Tabular Form, 6th ult., at Preston, for larceny, as James Edwards. 70 — Metropolitan Police District, Convict Supervision Office.— CHARLES SMITH, Office No. 1833- 02, Tabular Form, 4th inst., and current List of Re- convictions. 71.- C h e s h i r e, Macclesfield ( Borough).— HAROLD E. STEVENSON, Case No. 14, 18th inst. 72 — Essex, Braintree ( County).— max, Case No. 11, 26th last, and property recovered; MAN, Case No. 9, 30th October last, and com- mitted for trial at Norwich Quarter Sessions, 6th prox. 73.— Glamorganshire, Cardiff ( City).— JAMES RILEY, Office No. 1286- 02, Case No. 20, 20th ult., and Tabular Form, 4th inst., and sentenced, 12th inst., to 3 months hard labour. 6 T H E POLICE GAZETTE. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 24, 1908. APPREHENSIONS ( continued).— 74.— Hertfordshire, Hitchin ( County). — GEORGE HAROLD KNIGHT. Case No. 38, 9th October, 1908. 75 — Warwickshire, Birmingham ( City).— JAMES LOVESAY, Office No. 157- 06, Case No. 44, 15th May, 1908, and sentenced at Birmingham Assizes, 16th July, 1908, to 6 months hard labour. 76. - Yorkshire ( East Riding), Hull ( City).— GEORGE PR1ESTMAN, Case No. 39, 18th inst. OXFORDSHIRE. 78. Oxford ( County).— For fraud— JOHN ELKINGTON TAYLOR, age about 47, height 5 ft. 11 in., complexion sallow, long thin features, high cheek bones, hair ( thick on top) dark brown, clean shaved, one left upper tooth missing, division beitween two front teeth, very plausible, well edu- cated. He advertised as manager of a medical society at Charlton- on- Otmoor. Has tendered a large number of cheques, which have been dis- honoured. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, County Police Office, Oxford, or to Supt. Bowen, Bicester. WA R WICKSHIRE. 79.— Birmingham ( City).— For conspiracy ( long firm fraud)— THOMAS or HENRY BARON HOYLE, age 40, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., com-' plexion and eyes ( prominent) dark, hair and heavy moustache brown, full round face, very deep voice, swings his arms when walking; dress, dark lounge suit, dark overcoat, black hard felt haV usually carries an umbrella with crook handle. A com- mercial traveller. Has traded as a cigar merchant as " Starkings and Company, 3 New Street, Bir- mingham." Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, Birming- ham. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. BUCKINGHAMSHIRE. 81.— Slough ( County).— Committed for trial at Assizes, 13th prox., charged with indecency with male persons— GEORGE BUTTETRFIELD, age 43, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes brown. A groom; native of Salt Hill, Slough. Information to Supt. Pearman, Sloug" h. SURREY. 82.— Hersham ( County).— Remanded, charged with obtaining money by false pretences ( collect- ing for the wife and 7 children of a railway guard who was killed on the railway)— HERBERT WILLIS, alias JAMES EVANS and JOHN COULSON, age 29, height 5 ft. 2$ in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes grey. A labourer; native of Ely, Cambs. Supposed wanted else- where for similar offences. ( See Case No. 5, 13th ult.) Information to Supt. Coleman, Hersham. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 83.—^ Division.— 2nd inst., a gold hunter watch, half glass face, plain back; 1 gold chain, long link pattern; 1 gold oval locket, " M. A. F." thereon, containing photographs of 2 girls; 1 silver oval cigarette case, " F. J. W." and " F. D. T." there- on, figure of a girl on front; 1 silver stamp box, glass bop, filigree round edges; 1 silver cigarette holder case with ambea- tube; 1 old silver watch; 1 pair boots, plain toes, elastic sides, hole either side of each heel; 2 pairs reddish merino socks, marked " T." 16th inst., a bracelet, set* 3 rows of small dia monds, safety chain attached; 2 ladies' fine gold neck chains ( 1 long; 1 short), pendant set small diamonds and sapphires attached; 1 old sovereign, " Dick, 1902 " engraved on side; 1 lady's gold keyless watch, half hunter, " K. W." engraved on back; 1 old- fashioned pendant, pale blue enamel with figure of nymph holding child, set pearls and diamonds; 1 small oval gold charm, " K " thereon; 2 ladies' dress rings ( 1 half hoop, claw setting, set diamonds and sapphires alternately; 1 gipsy setting, set single diamond); 2 gold brooches ( 1 set diamonds and turquoise; 1 gold safety pin, set small diamonds in centre); 1 plain gold bangle, knob each end ; 1 silver gilt chain purse, containing £ 5; 1 lady's small crocodile hand bag, * silver mounted; 1 silver curb albert. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. ' A ESSEX. 84.— Grays ( County).— 13th inst., by burglary, a 6- chamber silver- plated revolver, American make; 3 or 4 cartridges; and £ 20. Information to Supt. Jordan, Grays. SURREY. 85. Farnham ( County).— 22nd inst., a lady's 18 ct. gold ring, set 1 sapphire and diamond on either side; 1 gold masonic ring, onyx stone, Mason's Arms, square and compass thereon ; 1 gold pendant, composed of an American 2£- dollar gold piece, set in brilliants, true lover's knot and small gold chain attached. Information to Supt. Simmonds, Farnham. APPREHENSION. 86 — Metropolitan Police District, T Division.— GEORGE CRUICKSHANK, Case No. 1, 29th March, 1907. LATEST INFORMATION. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 77.— F Division.— For stealing ( servant), £ 7 5s., 13th April last, and falsification of accounts - RALPH BAMFORD SMITH, age 26, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion sallow, long thin face and nose, hail- black, slight moustache dark, eyes blue; dress, dark clothes, invariably wears a light fancy vest. A porter's cashier; native of OLney, Bucks. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT S0.— S Division.— Remanded, charged with obtaining £ 25 by fraud— FRANK WILSON, alias CARTER, KING, KNOPP, CURZON, DAL- TON, SLOAN, and PERRY ( Case No. 5, 4th October, 1907), age 32, height 5 ft. 6f in., com- plexion pale, hair dark brown, eyes brown, clean • shaved but usually wears a slight dark moustache, hands and arms tattooed; dress, light tweed knicker suit, cycling stockings, light mixture cap, button boots. A hairdresser. In%> rmation to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. List of Licence Holders, Supervisees, Expirees, who have boon ro- apprehendod, for the week ending December 19th, 1908, with the result, etc. Division concernei I Office No. NAME. Sentence Date and Place. Fresh Offence with which charged. Re- convicted in Name of Name and Division of Officer. G. 2363— 99 BEABD, WILLIAM 6 months h. l 17th Dec., West Ham P. Ct.) P. of C. Act P.' 1323- 03 CHECKLEY, THOMAS 3 months h. l. 17th Dec., Bow St. P. Ct. P. of 0. Act X. 2744— 96 COOPEB, SIMPSON 5 years p. s. 15th Dec., C. C. Ct. Conspiracy and fraud B, L, V. 3144— 99 HYDE, ALFRED 3 years p. s. 16th Dec , S. L. Sess. Larceny L, M, B, W. G, M. 2947— 00 JACKSON, HARRY 15 months h. l. 16th Dec., S. L. Sess. Burglary 2072— 01 JOHNS, FREDERICK 3 years p. s. 16th Dec., S. L. Sess. Burglary D, L. 2841— 01 MARLEY, FREDERICK 12 months h. l. 16th Dec., S. L. Sess. Larceny E, G, N, Y. E, Y. 1643— 97 29— 01 MORRIS, WILLIAM PHILLIPS, FREDERICK 3 months h. l. 7 days h. l. 14th Dec., Clerkenwell P. Ct. 14th Dec., Wincanton P. Ct. Attempted larceny ( cab) Befractory pauper G, J. 1833— 02 SMITH, CHARLES 12 months h. l. 16th Dec., Clerkenwell P. Ct P. of C. Act J. 424- 99 SMITH, JACK 12 months h. l. 17th Dec., Bow Street P. Ct. P. of C. Act J, P. 3315- 02 SMITH, ROBERT 3 years p. B. and 2 17th Dec., S. L. Sess. Larceny D, L. 2059— 02 STAPLES, JAMES E. L. years supn. 5 years p. s. 15th Dec., C. C. Ct. False pretences Same Name Same Name SIMPSON LANCE COOPEB Same Name JOHN GOOD WILLIAM SMITH MARLEY BECKWITH Same Name JAMES JACKSON CHABLES HAYES HENKY WILSON EOBEBT RUSKIN Same Name P. C. Paul, 432K ; also Stn.- Sergt. Hatcher, 54K. P. C. Joslin, 0.1. D., E ; also P. S. Mil- ton, C. I. D., Y. P. S. Eustace and P. S. Brooks, C. I. D., C. O. P. S. Cornish and P. S. Woollard, C. I. D., L. P. C. Harland, 607 R ; also P. C. Drewett, 541W. P. C. Fooks, 193R ; also P. C. Hayward, 355K. P. S. Cornish and P. S. Woollard, C. I. D., L. P. C. Bishoo and P. C. Stephens, C. I. D., E. P. C. Hoye, 278Y ; also P S. Goodchild, C. I. D., Y. P. S. Stephens, C. I. D., E ; also P. S. Cooper, 19G. P. C. Payne, 557R ; also P. S. Melville, C. I. D., R. P. S. Eustace, C. I. D., C. O., also Insp. Buckle, C. I. D., C. O. LONDON: PRINTED VOB HIS MAJESTY'S STATIONERY OMIOB BY }. J. KELIHER 4 Co., 33, NEW BRIDOK STBBET. B. C.; 33, KINO WII- LIAM STREET, B, 0,; AND MABSHALSBA WOBIS, S. B. 75566