THE GAZETTE PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, APRIL 23, 1909. VOL. XXVI., No. 2642. i. 3. 3& X3Csm-_ 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. 8. Particulars as to stolen property will be likewise inserted in one issue if sufficient to enable the article in question to be thereby identified. ' 4. In all cases where a reward is offered, the name and address of some person responsible for the payment must be given, and the exact conditions must be clearly stated. 6. 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 i's 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 Jor 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 agaillst 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. Announcements concerning stolen property must be guaranteed by an officer of not less rank than Inspector, or analogous thereto. 6. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13 11. STS. 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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. The Space being limited, announcements concerning " Missing Persons" are only accepted on payment, but insertion in the next or any subsequent issue cannot be guaranteed. The charge for such insertion ( if accepted) will be given on application. All copies of the POLICE GAZETTE re transmitted by Police 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. NOTICE. 1.— The composition of the Friday No. of the " Police Gazette " will be found arranged for easy reference as fol- lows:— ( a) Regulations at top of first page. ( b) Apprehensions Sought. ( 1). Metropolitan Police District. ( 2). Counties. ( 3). Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged, as far as practicable, in alphabetical order. ( c) Persons in Custody. ( 1). Metropolitan Police District. ( 2). Counties. ( 3). Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged in alphabetical order. ( d) Property Stolen. ( 1). Metropolitan Police District. ( 2). Counties. ( 3). Cities and Boroughs therein, arranged in alphabetical order. 2 . Any additional copies of the GAZETTE beyond the number at present supplied will be forwarded on application in the form set forth in circular of the 7th of November, 1883. 3 it is particularly requested that any complaints as to non- delivery or of irregularity in the date of de- livery of the POLICE GAZETTE, may be at once notified to the Editor. SPECIAL NOTICE. Letters relating to criminal business addressed by other Police Forces to Scotland Yard, are very frequently delayed, owing to the envelopes containing them being directed incorrectly or inadequately. In such cases prompt attention cannot be assured unless the letters are addressed " The Assistant Commissioner of Police, Criminal Investigation Department New Scotland Yard, London, S. W." SPECIAL NOTICE. SUPPOSED MURDER OR ATTEMPTED MURDER. WARWICKSHIRE. 1.— Birmingham ( City).— Found about 2.15 p. m., 16th inst., in a tunnel on the Great Western Railway, between Hockley and Snow Hill Stations, a greenish mixture cloth coat, with faint blue and red squares and grey stripes ( double- breasted), side, 2 inside breast, and 1 inside ticket pockets, 4 black bone buttons each side, bullet hole in left breast, edges scorched, apparently by a pistol or other weapon being fired at close quarters, the inside of the coat is saturated with blood, and would fit a man of rather stout build. In one pocket was found parts of an envelope, as in photograph: — Also a note in Spanish, as in photograph: — f ••-/" ' j y / ,4 j i : ... ' ^ mm • ^ ; ' ^ > ' 2 7m td'-"^ ' f.' C V S' l • - X m § ,. ^^. JAWS^ Translation "... Revenge and death to all the traitors decreed by the Grand Council to you within 24 hours of receiving this notice, London, April 12th, 1909." Information to the Chief Constable, Birming- ham. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 2 — F Division.— For stealing 18 silver table knives; 1 do. butter knife; 12 do. dessert spoons; 8 do. tea spoons; 6 do. egg do.; 4 do. salt do.; 1 do. mustard do.; 18 do. table forks; 1 do. sugar basin; 1 do. tongs; 12 cheese knives; 1 carving knife; 1 do. fork; all have " M. U. S." in monogram; 6 gold match boxes, " Pre sented by Dennis Boles, Esq." on one, " Pre- sented by John Lysagh" on another; 2" gold cigarette cases; 1 do. pencil; 1 do. spoon with blue enamel; 1 do. coin, George reign; 2 gold watches ( 1 antique French verge repeater, engine 4 T H E POLICE GAZETTE. TUESDAY, APRIL 27, 1909- APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued).— turned, 2 mechanical figures on front showing striking, No. 1313; 1 Louis, case enamelled, set jargoons, No. 25089); 1 ivory Japan fan, gold handle; 1 do. box, set pearls and diamonds; 1 round box, miniature of lady thereon; 3 miniatures of ladies; 1 green satin pad,,. " In Memory of Real Shamrock, Winner of National Hunt Steeple- chase"; 1 silver hammered clock; 1 do. slipper; 1 do. armchair, small; 1 do. hansom cab; 1 do. scoop; 1 do. puzzle box; 1 do. liqueur cup; 1 do. spoon and basin; 1 grey overcoat, waist taken in, " Ge Gustav D. Anteroni, Montividio," maker, inside— FRANCIS YARREH, alias HARROY, age 22, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., good build, com- plexion fair, hair ( thin on top) light, clean shaved, speaks Spanish and French fluently, English imper- fectly; dress, grey jacket and vest, dark trousers, bowler hat, " M. S." in gold letters inside, and the stolen overcoat. A native of Malta. 3.— F Division.— For stealing ( servant) a quantity of silver plate— MELAINE SCHIFFER, age 45, height 4 ft. 10 in., complexion very fresh, hair and eyes dark, scar left side of neck, speaks very little English; dress, grey skirt, blue spotted blouse, black hat, sometimes wears all black. A cook; supposed a native of the South of France. 4.— X Division .— For stealing ( servant) 3 razors, and 6s.— THOMAS COOPER, alias WIL- KINSON, SMITH, SOLE, and HILL, Office No S/ 20434, age 30, height 5 ft. 7 in., hair and eyes brown, " T," ring, and anchor right forearm; dress,, dark clothes and cap. 5.— Y Division.— For obtaining £ 3 by false pretences, 7th inst.— FLORENCE HOLLIS, alias GEAR, age 35, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes blue, slight impedi- ment in speech, front teeth decayed; dress, black skirt and coat, lace around wrists, black hat and veil, wore gold rimmed pince nez with thin gold chain. She calls upon clergymen, represents that her husband is dyings, and asks for a loan to enable her to realise on some life policies. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BEDFORDSHIRE. 6. — Bedford { Borough). — For stealing ( bailee), 13th inst., a " Triumph " bicycle, transfer on head, slightly raised handle bars, black en- amelled, white lined, 3 speed gear, " Sturmey Archer" top tube control, mudguard, lamp, bell and pump attached— A MAN, age 40, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in.„ stoops slightly, complexion dark, hair and moustache ginger, thick lips, large eyes, wear- ing gold rimmed glasses with thick lenses; dress, brown knicker suit, grey stockings, brown soft hat, lace boots. May be found at Y. M. C. A. buildings. Information to the Chief Constable, Bedford. CHESHIRE. 7.— Dukinfield ( County).— For stealing £ 12 from his lodgings— A MAN, age 24 to 27, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., slight build, complexion pale, hair dark, clean shaved, of smart appearance; dress, dark brown suit, cap, lace boots, wearing a sup- posed gold watch and double chain ( curb pattern, warn double on left side). Stated he was a native of Yorkshire. He obtained lodgings stating he was employed in advertising Rowntree's cocoa and chocolate, and would be in the district several days distributing samples. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Croghan, Dukinfield. 8.— Northwich ( County).— For obtaining 7 tons 21 cwts. of scrap iron by false pretences— W. WILLIAMS, age 46 to 50, height 5 ft. 10 in. to 6 ft., complexion fresh, hair light brown, mous- tache ( rather heavy) sandy, turns one foot out- wards, walks as if sore footed; dress, light suit ( square cut jacket, long in waist, flaps behind), black hard felt hat, lace boots. Supposed a native of Chester. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Cooper, Northwich. DERBYSHIRE. 9.— Renishaw ( County).— For obtaining, by false pretences, 8th inst., at Eckington, a cream coloured delaine blouse, cream lace yoke, trimmed bebe ribbon, embroidery strap over shoulders; 1 dark green flowered delaine blouse, heliotrtope baby linen and lace yoke, 4 buttons on front; 1 black dress skirt— A WOMAN, age about 20, medium height, stout build, complexion fresh, hair ( inclined to curly) brown; dress, blue costume,, loose fitting jacket, plain skirt, black hat ( trimmed). Warrant issued. 10.— Renishaw ( County) .— For obtaining money by false pretences, at Dronfield, 3rd inst.— JANE WRIGHT, alias ELIZABETH and JENNIE WRIGHT, age about 42, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., stout build, complexion fresh, hair brownj, addicted to drink; dress, three- quarter length black jacket, black dress, black fur necklet, red straw hat, red straw rosette one side, old black canvas shoes. A housekeeper; supposed a native of Rotherham. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Andrew, Renishaw, near Chesterfield. 11.— Chesterfield ( Borough).— For obtain- ing board and lodgings by false pretences, between 5th and 10th inst.— JOSEPH CASWELL, alias SAMUEL PRITCHARD, age 44, height 6 ft. 1 in., stout build, weight about IS stones, com- plexion fresh, hair brown ( turning grey), eyes light blue ( right defective)'. A pit sinker; native of Ilkeston. Stated he had obtained employment at a local colliery. Convicted of similar offences at Chesterfield ( Co.), Longton, and Stockport. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable), Chester- field. DORSETSHIRE. 12.— Dorchester ( County).— For stealing £ 3 3s. from his lodgings, 15th inst.— ALBERT JOHN CAROLAN, Office No. 812- 99, age 45, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion sallow, hair and moustache dark brown ( turning grey), eyes hazel, mole left of forehead and corner left eyebrow; dress, dark grey waterproof overcoat, black frock coat and vest,, black trousers, light cap. carried an umbrella, cherry wood crook handle ( has been repaired), also a bundle of manuscript in hisi overcoat pocket. He travels from town to town ( usually without pay- ing his fare), stays at small coffee shops or private houses, and sometimes obtains work as a com- positor. He will probably apply to the Composi- tors' Association in the district he visits for assistance. Has been convicted at Derby, Bath, Bristol, Nottingham, Salisbury, Northampton, and London. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Dennett, Dorchester. ESSEX. W.— S0Uthend- 0n- Sea ( County).— For stealing boots ( recovered)— HAROLD GRIF- FITHS, age 40, height 5 fit. 8 in., good build, complexion ruddy, hair dark ( turning grey), clean shavedi, eyes blue, addicted to drink; dress1, grey jacket suit and overcoat, bowler hat, lace boots. A native of London. Warrant issued. U.— Southend- On- Sea ( County).— For stealing ( bailee), 17th inst., a free wheel bicycle, 24 in. frame, enamelled black, black wheels, new Warwick back tyre, B. H. front do., Quickfit front brake, North Road dropped handle bars ( plated), black cranks, rat trap pedals, 80 gear, black cellu- loid back mudguard^ \ in. pitch chain, " 11 " stamped on front down tube TURNER, age 17, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., slightly round shoulders, thin face; dress, grey jacket suit, cap. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Pryke, Southend- on- Sea. GLOUCES TERSHIRE. 15.— Bristol ( City).— For embezzling £ 1 18s. 6d.— JAMES RICHARDS, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache light brown, of military appearance; dress, blue serge suit, light cap, lace, boots. He was employed by a firm of tailors to deliver goods and receive payment, on 8th inst. he was entrusted with 2 suits to deliver, for which he collected the money and absconded. A native of Liverpool. He lodged at the Salvation Army Home, and may be found in similar institutions. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. 16.— Bristol {( City).— For obtaining a cheque for £ 6 by false pretences, 13th inst.— HARRY GREEN, a Jew, age about 24, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in.,, slight build, complexion pale, hair ( curly, bushy) black, clean shaved, Roman nose ( bridge broken), " Harry, Henry, Sammy, Dora, and Doris," " J. P." or " R. P." tattooed right arm; dres^, greenish mixture jacket and trousers, fancy striped vest, brown overcoat, black narrow rimmed bowler hat, wearing a bugle shape pin, lace boots. A tailor. He obtained the cheque from a man he was lodging with, stating he had obtained a situation as cutter with a firm of tailors here, but had to deposit £ 6 as security. He resorts to crying to gain his ends. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. 17.— Bristol ( City).— For failing to report— Licence- holder JAMES THOMAS BRAVEN, alias GASS, JOHNSON, ALISON, and JONES, Office No. 231- 09, age 32, height 5 ft. 9£ in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes grey, abscess mark on chin; dress, dark suit, faint blue stripe, fancy grey waistcoat, grey tie with tie ring, set 3 stones, dark green cap, wore 3 rings on two of his fir, gers. A carpenter; native of Malta. Sentenced at Exeter Sessions, 16th October, 1906, to 3 years penal servitude for false pretences. Licensed 6th February last g 429. For a few weeks he was employed as cook at the Church Army Home, Bristol, and may endeavour to ob- tain a similar situation. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Bristol. HAMPSHIRE. 18— Bournemouth ( County).— ARTHUR PHILIP ALISON, Office No. 753 09, Case No. 12, 16th inst. Information cancelled. 19.— Gosport ( County).— For non- compliance with a maintenance order, made at Gosport, 18th inst.— SAMUEL PAGE, age 57, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fair, hair light brown ( turning grey), eyes blue, 2 moles left cheek, scars back both hands. A labourer,, may seek employment on public works. A pensioner of the Royal Artillery. Accompanied by a Woman, age about 40, height 5 ft. 1 or 2 in., stout build, complexion fresh. Photograph can be seen on application. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Cottle, Gosport. 20 — Southampton * ( Borough).— BERTIE GEORGE SMOKER, Case No. 13, 16th inst. In- formation cancelled. HEREFORDSHIRE. 21.— Ledbury ( County).— For stealing, 14th inst., a light bay mare, aged, about 15 hands, rather heavy, knees chipped, mane and tail trimmed, and a saddle and bridle ( nearly new)— A MAN, age 40, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion sallow, hair ( bald on top) short, and whiskers ( trimmed) brown, eyes blue^ grey, abscess marks left side of neck; dress, pepper and salt colour jacket and vest, drab breeches and leggings, yellow striped cap, brown boots ( blacked). Has been em- ployed to lead entire hofrees, attends fairs and race meetings. Supposed a native of North Shropshire. Information to Supt. Phillips, Ledbury. 22.— Hereford ( City).— For obtaining 6 pigs by fraud, 24th ult.— HOWARD YARDLEY, alias T. IRELAND, age 27, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, mous- tache light brown, bow- legged; dress, grey plaid suit^, light cap, wearing a heavy silver watch chain, usually carries a dark malacca cane. Appearance of a groom, lately employed hay trussing. A native of Chaddesley Corbett, near Kidderminster, Worcestershire. Warrant issued. 23.— Hereford ( City).— For housebreaking and stealing a pair light lace boots, toe caps, size 9; 1 Army razor, " No. 10746" on handle; 6 tea spoons, believed electro plate or white metal; 1 Australian coin, size of a 5s. piece ( has been worn as a brooch); 1 18 ct. brooch, about ins. long, 3 rubies ( 1 each end and 1 in centre); and 19s.—- A MAN, age about 28, height about 5 ft. 7 in,, complexion dark swarthy; dress, shabby dark clothes, grey cap, supposed dark overcoat, black muffler, folded across chest, old light boots, or may) be wearing the stolen boots. Appearance of a foreigner. Supposed a native of London. Information to the Chief Constable, City Police, Hereford. HER TFORDSHIRE. 24.— Hemel Hempstead ( County).— For stealing, 30th ult., at King's Langley,, 2 bicycles ( recovered)— TWO MEN, Germans ( lst, age 24 or 25, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., complexion pale, clean shaved; dress, dark tweed suit, mackin- tosh overcoat, bowler hat, lace boots. 2nd, age 24 or 26, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion, hair, and slight moustache dark; wearing a mackintosh overcoat, lace boots). ( See Case No. 53, 9th inst.) Warrants issued. 25.— Hemel Hempstead ( County).— For stealing a case containing maps, 8th ult.— FRANK CHARLES TRACHSELL. age 25, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, clean shaved, speaks several languages; dress, dark tweed suit, Norfolk jacket ( sometimes breeches and stockings), tweed cap. A chauffeur; native of Switzerland. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Frogley, Hemel Hemp- stead. COHEN, age 41, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion pale, hair dark brown, eyes hazel. Warrant issued. Information to the Head Constable, Liverpool. FRIDAY, APRIL 30, 1909. T H E POLICE GAZETTE. i) PORTRAIT OF A PERSON IN CUSTODY. 0fl LANCASHIRE. ^•— Liverpool ( City).— Awaiting trial at Liverpool Assizes, 27th inst., charged with larceny ( trick) and forging and uttering an agreement— HANNAH FOX, age 32, height 5 ft. 3 in., com- plexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey. She adver- tised an in- foal mare for sale, promised to give the foal for the care of the mare, obtained money as security, and then refused to send the mare, added a clause to a duly signed agreement without the consent of the other party, under which she demanded the full price of the animal. Believed to be wanted elsewhere. Information to the Head Constable, Liverpool. LANCASHIRE- 29 — Liverpool { City).- For stealing £ 20 by by confidence trick, 10th February last— JOSEPH and whiskers brown ( turning grey), moustache and eyes brown, sometimes wears glasses; usually wears dark clothing. A Corporation rate collector. Warrant issued. Information to the Head Constable, Leicester. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( nmthiued)-*- HER TFORDSHIRE. 31— Hertford ( County).— For obtaining 4s. 9d. by false pretences at Hertingfordbury, 6th ult. — J. PAGE, age about 40, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion, hair, and moustache dark. A photo- grapher. He calls at old- fashioned cottages in villages and ask to be allowed to take photographs of same, and induces the occupiers to order copies, obtains payment in advance. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Foster, Hertford. 32.— Hitchin ( County).- For causing grievous bodily harm, 11th inst.— GEORGE DOBBS, alias GEORGE STEPHEN WILLIAM JOHN DOBBS, Office No. S 38651, age , height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes hazel, " Buffalo Bill," " I Love Lit Ablett," " I. L. L. S.," and woman right arm. A native of Ed- monton, Middlesex. May be found in company of costermongers or low horse dealers. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Hitchin. KENT. 33.— Maidstone ( Borough).— For stealing a clock from a public house bar— CHRISTOPHER WOODHAMS, age about 30, height 5 ft. 8' or 9 in., complexion fresh, hair dark, of military ap- pearance ; dress, blue serge suit, bowler hat. Information to the Chief Constable, Maidstone. PORTRAITS OF PERSONS WANTED. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 27.— Bristol ( City).— For receiving stolen geyseys during February last — WILLIAM CORNELIUS DEACON, alias KELLY and ALLEN, age 47, height about 5 ft. 8 in., rather corpulent, complexion t> ale, full facei, large nose, hair and drooping moustache dark brown. He came to Bristol about 6 years ago, and has held the licence of two public houses, prior to which he was employed by various medical men in London as nurse to invalid gentle- men. May seek employment as nurse or attendant at Medical Institutions. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Bristol. YORKSHIRE 28.— Richmond ( County).— For obtaining £ 4. 10s. by false pretences, 23rd ult.— LEONARD VEALE, alias GEORGE ROBINSON and GEORGE WALKER, age about 60, height 5 ft. 6 in., stout build, complexion ruddy, hair ( turning grey), moustache and short side whiskers brown, eyes light brown; dress, black suit, snuff colour overcoat, saddle pointed between shoulders, dark Worth Riding). peak cap, brown boots, usually carries a yellow cane. A farm labourer or milk dealer, generally represents himself as a cattle dealer. A native of Constable Burton,, Yorks. Previously convicted of fraud. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Wilson, Richmond. LEICESTERSHIRE. 80.— Leicester ( Jiorough).— For embezzling £ 23 2s. 5d., 31st ult.— JOHN WILLIAM WATTS, age about 54, height 5 ft. 11 in., good build, complexion florid, hair ( rather thin on top) 2 T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. TUESDAY, APRIL 20, 1909. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued)— 34.— Ramsgate ( Borough).— For stealing 7th inst., a new black skirt, pleated from waist, " EL Bourne & Son" on tab; 1 silver grey skirt, deep frill, insertion on top; 1 peacock blue felt hat, mushroom shape, tuft of feathers in same, " Estelle, Ramsgate" inside; 1 pair new " C. B." corsets, " H. Bourne & Sons" inside; 1 silver watch,, open face, white dial, black hands, crystal glass; 1 string of black pearl beads; 1 brown leather purse, containing 4s.; 1 paper bag, containing old silver coins, Jubilee 6d., 4d., and 3d. pieces; and for larceny ( lodgings), 31st ult.— LILY WALKER, age about 19, tall, slight build, complexion pale, eyes dark, one front upper tooth broken, of good address; dress, navy blue tailor made costume, navy blue hat, mushroom shape, rosette and quill in front, or blue motor hat. Had in her possession a small straw holdall. She absconded from a Sal- vation Army Home at Hackney about 3 weeks ago, obtained a situation as a domestic servant, and absconded 7th inst. May seek employment at laundries as an ironer. Believed a native of Norwich. 35.— Ramsgate ( Borough).— For stealing from a ship, 25th November last, a watch and chain ( recovered)— THOMAS BEADLE, age 40 to 45, height about 5 ft. 9 in., complexion pale, hair brown, stoops, addicted to drink; dress, blue suit, P. & O. cap with brass buttons. A seaman or ship's fireman. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Ramsgate. SO. Tunbridge Wells ( Borough).— Escaped from custody, 3rd inst., while on remand on a charge of stealing lead and brass fittings from an empty house^ SIDNEY DUNN, age 19, height 5 ft. 1 in., slight build,, complexion sallow, hair dark brown, eyes brown, " F. R." and indistinct marks tattooed both arms and back left hand; dress, grey jacket, dark grey trousers, white necker- chief, white celluloid front. A rag and bone gatherer; native of Tunbridge Wells. Fo being- concerned with the above Youth in © t stealing the lead and brass fittings mentioned— SAMUEL BEENEY, age 18, height about 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fair, hair light, head of woman tattooed left arm, scar forehead, large scar one wrist; drees, blue jacket, black double- breasted vest, grey trousers, green cap, large peak, white celluloid front, red neckerchief with spots. A hawker and rag and bone gatherer. Absconded 2nd inst. Information to the Chief Constable, Tunbridge Wells. LANCASHIRE. 37.— PrCSCHt ( County).— For stealing from his lodgings, 12th inst., a lady's gold Geneva watch, gold face, chased back, steel hands, swivel been repaired; 1 lady's gold albert, graduated round link, had attached a Kruger half- sovereign; 1 gold breast pin, set oval dark brown stone; 1 gold breast pin, set coral bead, gold bar across; 1 gold breast pin, set coral branch with coral fly thereon; 1 gold and diamond pendant, round, size of a shilling, diamond in centre of circle of 8 diamonds, gold fringe ' round bottom, chased between diamonds; 1 lady's gold dress ring, claw setting for 5 diamonds ( 1 missing); 1 lady's gold dress ring, plain setting, 1 diamond; 1 pair of gold ear drops, 1 diamond in each, chased setting; 1 pair gold and pink coral ear drops, round; 1 lady's long gold neck chain, fancy pattern, gold tassel; 1 lady's gold and blue enamel breast pin, round, diamond in centre; 1 pair of gold rimmed pince- nez; and a dark brown leather jewel case, blue lined, about 10 ins. long, 7 ins. wide and 3 ins. deep— Licence- holder ARTHUR JONES, alias BRADSHAW, FISHER, & c., Office No. 3222- 01, Case No. 95, 26th ult. ( see Por- trait,, Case No. 34, 19th February last), age 45, height 5 ft. 9f in., oomplexion fresh, hair and moustache brown, eyes blue, " E. O. J. A.," cross, heart, " H. F.," ship, and " C. F." left, sailor on barrel, pierced heart and ship right forearm, large red nose; dress, grey overcoat, dark grey round jacket, white knitted vest with brown stripes, dark riding knickers, laced at knees, cap, tan shoes. A native of Montreal. Stated he had been appointed consulting physician at a neighbouring lunatic asylum. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Baxendale, Prescot. 38.— Blackburn ( Borough).— For failing to report— Licence- holder THOMAS WILLIAMS, alias WHEELER, RYLOTT, and TIERNEY, Office No. 1886- 00, age 56, height 5 ft. 4£ in.' complexion fresh, hair brown ( bald in front), eyes blue, 2 scars back of neck and 2 on forehead. A native of Cardiff. Sentenced at Blackburn Quarter Sessions, 30th June, 1905, to 5 years penal servi- tude for larceny. Licensed 3rd inst. f 215. Stated his intention, 5th inst., of proceeding to Liverpool, but did not report there. May be dealt with where found. Information to the Chief Constable, Blackburn. 39— Warrington ( Borough).— For stealing from his lodgings, 6th inst., a silver watch ( re- covered); 1 chain; 1 silver match box, " J. G." thereon— F. WINDAM ( supposed false), age about 33, height 5 ft. 9 in.,, weight 10 or 11 stones, complexion dark, hair dark brown, clean shaved, thick top lip, supposed one front tooth broken, tattoo marks on right wrist, Southern or London accent; dress, grey tweed Norfolk suit, brown cycling stockings over trousers, dark tie and cap, deep white rubber collar, shoes. Stated he was a native of Dorsetshire. Represented himself as a surveyor and that he was engaged in work on a local canal. Information to the Chief Constable, Warrington. LINCOLNSHIRE. 40.— Sleaford ( County).— For stealing fowls — MARY ANN WARD, age about 48, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., hair brown, rather thin face, wear- ing brass rimmed glasses. She left Blankney Grange, 27th ult. accompanied by a Boy, age 9. Has resided in Nottingham and Lincolnshire. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Sleaford. NO T TING HA MS HI RE, 41.— Nottingham ( City).— For failing to re- port— Supervisee HARRY BARRACLOUGH, alius WILLIAMSON, SANGER, JAMES, and CLARKE, Office No. 2858- 98, age 33, height 5 ft. 4 in.,, complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, scar each cheek, burn scar left of head. A native of Pudsey, Yorks. Sentenced at Leicester County Assizes, 25th October, 1907, to 18 months hard labour and 2 years supervision for false pretences. Liberated 23rd January, 1909. 3302. May be dealt with where found. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Nottingham. STAFFORDSHIRE. 42.— Longton ( County).— For stealing, 8th inst., from his lodgings, at Fenton, 4 gramaphone records ( 1 double record, " The Emperor's Fan Fare " on one side, " The Forest Waltz " the other; 1 do., " The Sun Flowers" on one sidei, " The Woodchopper of Tyrol" the other; 1 single do., " The Whistling Bowery Boy"; 1 do., " When You Know You're Not Forgotten by the Girl You Can't Forget")— PHILIP BULLOCK, age 22, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion very fresh, hair light brown, clean shaved, eyes blue, tobacco stains on fingers; dress, brown coat ( sleeves rather short), vest and trousers, cream soft collar, green plaid tie, dark brown cap, brown lace boots. Stated he was a road pavior; supposed a native of Longton. Sings in public houses. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Grove, Longton. SUSSEX ( East). 48.— Eastbourne ( Borough).— For obtaining 2s. 6d., by false pretences, 27th ult.— GEORGE DUKE, age about 36, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh, round face, hair ( wavy at back) brown, rather heavy moustache ginger; wearing dark clothes, bluish- green cap, nearly new. He calls at houses, states that a fisherman's boat and nets have been destroyed byi fire, and collects money for the purpose of replacing them Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Eastbourne. WARWICKSHIRE. 44.— Aston Manor ( County).— For stealing from his lodgings, 2 silver watches, and 19s.— HARRY ASHTON, age 24, height about 5 ft. 8| in., complexion sallow, hair brown, eyes ( bold) grey, mole left of neck, thick upper lip, bad teeth; dress, black suit, bowler hat, striped bow tie, brown boots. A native of Hillgrey, Cambridge. Stated he was a booking clerk and had been trans- ferred from Manchester to Aston. ( See Case No. 32, 23rd October, 1908.) Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Aston Manor. 45.— Birmingham ( City)— For obtaining £ 2, 26th ult., by false pretences— F. A. HAR- COURT ( supposed false), age 40, height 5 ft. 10 or 11 in., slight build, complexion pale, thin face, hair brown, clean shaved, rest- less hazel eyes; dress, fawn colour over- coat, blue serge suit, hard hat. Represented himself as a veterinary surgeon, and knew Bristbr well. Accompanied by a woman, age 24 to 26, slight build, complexion pale, long face, hair dark, frizzed in front, large eyes; wearing black and white check bodice), large black hat trimmed red roses. He took lodgings, 25th ult., and ad- vertised in the Birmingham Daily Mail: " Wanted, reliable man to collect debts; salary and commis- sion." Employed men at a wage of 25s. per week, giving them fictitious accounts to collect, and ob- tained money from them as a security, and ab- sconded 3rd ult. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Birmingham. WESTMORLAND. 46.— Appleby ( County).— For stealing £ 2 12s. 9d., 5th inst.— HENRY BOULDERSTONE, age 42, height 6 ft., good build, complexion fresh, hair and moustache brown, well educated, a good musician; dress, dark tweed suit ( new), dark three- quarter length overcoat, black hard felt hat, heavy lace boots. A miller, and haisi been employed at Annan, Liverpool, and Northwich. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Dickinson, Appleby. WILTSHIRE- 47.— Salisbury ( City).— For stealing £ 19 4s. 5d., 12th or 13th inst.— ERNEST F. HOLLIS or HOLLAND, age 27, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., slight build, complexion fair, rather long face, round chin, thin lips, hair ( long in front) dark brown, moustache dark, tattooed both arms, erect bearing; dress, dark tweed suit, new brown boots. A motor car washer. Absconded 13th inst. May have in his possession about 12 keys on steel ring, and gold curb chain, attached. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Salisbury. WORCES TERSHIRE. 48.— King ' s Heath ( County).— For stealing ( bailee), 8th inst., a mare ( recovered)—- LEVI ROBINSON, alias HARRISON, age 40, height 5 ft. 2 in., stout build. A native of Crabbs Cross, near Redditch. He attends markets and sale yards and obtains employment to convey horses and cattle to their destination. Has resided in Birmingham several years, but is well known at Kidderminster and Stourbridge. Was seen on Worcester Bridge, 12th inst., in company of a woman. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Chare, King's Heath. YORKSHIRE ( East Riding). 49.— Hull ( City).— For an offence under the Inebriates' Act— ARTHUR BEST, age 35, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion sallow, hair dark brown,, clean shaved, usually wears a moustache, eyes grey; diress, blue serge suit, dark cap, lace boots. A labourer; native of Hull. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, Hull. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 50.— Goole ( County).— For failing to report— Licence- holder EDWARD DALE, alias WEATHERBY, Office No. 1546- 03, age 39, height 5 ft. 4 in.,, complexion sallow, hair dark brown, beard brown, eyes grey, coat of arms, 2 anchors, " L. W. A.," and dot left forearm. A native of Whitstable. Sentenced at Monmouth Assizes, 5th July, 1904, to 5 years penal servitude for arson ( stack). Licensed 31st March, 1908. b e 260. Has been convicted at Canterbury and Lewes. May be dealt with where found. Information to Supt. Burkitt, Goole. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. BEDFORDSHIRE. 51— Sharnbrook ( County).— Remanded till 30th inst., charged with obtaining £ 10 by false pretences,, at Riseley, 11th January last.— ANNIE OSWAL SMITH, alias SOUTH and TURNER, age 43, height 5 ft. 2 in., complexion florid,, hair black, eyes dark brown; wearing deep mourning. A native of Reading. She rents large houses, adertises in the Lady for ladies to join her in a farming or dairy business, and by false pretences obtains deposits of £ 5 or £ 10. Has resided at Wath, Yorkshire, Dore, near Sheffield, Bexhill- on- Sea, Bournemouth, and Southampton. Information to Inspector Nottingham, Sharn- brook. FRIDAY, APRIL 9, 1909 T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. 23 PERSONS IN CUSTODY ( continued)- CA M BRIDGES HIRE. 52. — Cambridge ( Borough).— Sentenced, 19th inst., to 14 days imprisonment for malicious damage— FREDERICK DENNARD ( supposed false), age 27, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion dark, hair and eyes brown, " A. Bartlett," pigeon carry- ing a letter, woman's head, flower,, and butterfly right forearm, tree and flowers back of right hand, shamrock, thistle, and rose left arm, snake and tree, bird, " Our hands have met but not our hearts" left arm, impediment in speech; dress, black jacket, light tweed vest, dark tweed trousers, light tie, dark cap, lace boots. Had in his posses- sion a Pedlar's certificate), No. 7, issued at Leighton Buzzard 2nd September, 1908.— JOHN CONNOR ( supposed false), age 28, height 5 ft. 6| in., com- plexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes light brown,, Queen's head left arm, peacock left forearm, " I love M. C." left hand, King and Queen right arm, spray of flowers, wreath, and " I love " right fore- arm; dress, brownish mixture jacket and vest, black trousers, plaid cap, neckerchief, lace shoes. Had in his possession a certificate of discharge from the Middlesex Regiment. Both are china rivetters and mat menders, tramp the country and call at houses for work. Supposed previously con- victed and wanted elsewhere. 53. — Cambridge ( Borough).— Sentenced, 16th inst., to 1 month imprisonment for obtaining 8s. by false pretences— EDWIN THOMAS, age 56, height 5 ft. 3 in., rather stout build, hair ( thin on top) dark brown,, heavy moustache dark, scar ( horseshoe shape) corner of right eye; dress, " laid mourning coat suit, dairk overcoat, black bowler hat, brown boots. A gardener; native of Plymouth. Supposed previously convicted and wanted elsewhere. Information to the Chief Constable, Cambridge. HER TFORDSHIRE. 54.— Hertford ( County).— Remanded till 29th insit., charged with obtaining a banker's cheque for £ 2 10s. by false pretences— CHARLES DOUGLAS, age 42,, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes grey; dress, brown mixtujre overcoat, grey suit, bowler hat. He calls upon leading tradespeople of a town, represents that he is the editor of the St. James' Illustrated Review, and asks permission to view their business premises, collects information regarding their trade, and states he will photo- graph their premises for insertion in the Review for purposes of advertisement. In some cases he states he will send an artist to sketch the premises. He succeeds in getting orders for a certain number of copies of his paper, and usually obtains half payment in advance for the number of copies ordered. Is believed to have committed numerous cases of fraud in a similar way in other districts. Information to Supt. Foster, Hertford. LEWES TERSHIRE. 55.— Leicester ( Borough).— Remanded till 26th inst., charged with false pretences ( several cases)— PHILLIP TOM SMITH, age 29 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 8 in.,, complexion fresh, hair and moustache dark; dress, grey mixture suit. Believed to be a horse dealer. He calls on good- class shopkeepers after bank hours, stating that he is a large contractor at Kentish Town, London, showing a business card bearing those particulars, obtains a large quantity of goods, tendering a cheque on Parr's Bank, Hampstead Branch, in payment. In possession of a cheque book on above bank, 11, Belsize Parade, Haverstock Hill, London, N. W., numbered A 18051 to A 18075. Was in custody at Liverpool for a similar offence in April, 1908. Information to the Chief Constable, Leicester. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 56.— C Division. — A watch chain, pearl and platinum; 1 gold ievening dress set, com prising 3 buttons, 2 studs, 1 pair links, set pearls; 1 do., comprising 1 button, 2 studs, 1 pair links, set garnets; 1 gold match box, small emerald opener above initials " A. D.," hand clasping dagger, " Vincent Morere" on scroll underneath at back; 1 gold pencil case, set emerald at end; 1 gold scarf pin, set emerald and diamond, re- versible; 1 do., round coral; 1 do., opal; 1 do., white enamel, set sapphires; 1 do., round garnet; 1 18 ct. gold fine chain, swivel one end, ring the other; 1 18 ct. thin keyless watch, " Tiffany), New York, A. D." and crest, hand clasping dagger, " Vincent Morere" on scroll underneath at back; 1 dark grey overcoat, " Edward " on tab; 1 brown leather jewel case, " Arnold Daly " stamped there-' on; 1 Amercian Express cheque book, containing 25 cheques of 100 dollars each, signed " Arnold Daly." ( See Case No. 3, 16th inst.) 57.— P Division.— 6th inst., by housebreak- ing, a gold seal, set red stone, crest a hound; 5 silver pepper boxes ( 2 horn of plenty pattern; 2 plain; 1 figure of dog sitting with cap on); 3 silver salt cellars, 3 ball feet on each; 1 silver cream jug, very old- fashioned, 7 fns. high, wide at mouth, narrow towards base, bottom filled with lead to balance; 13 plated table forks, " A. F. H." in mono- gram; 5 do. dessert do., " A. F. H." in monogram; 6 tablespoons; 9 dessert do.; 12 tea do.. " A. F. H." in monogram; 2 terra- cotta match stands, silver mounted, shape of top boots, about 2 ins. high; 1 silver- plated salver, " A. F. H." in monogram; 2 groups of ivory figures ( 1 4 ins. long, 2 ins. high, peasant, man, and woman embracing, representing " Hermann and Dorothea"; 1, 3 Chinese figures, " Incroyable" period); 3 ivory figures of 2 men and 1 woman on pedestals, 8 ins. high, " Dante " period; 3 ivory " Gnomes," 2 ins. high, on pedestals, 1 in. high; 4 ivory cupids, about 2 ins. high; 1 ivory horse, very white and polished, 3 ins. long, 2 ins. high, long tail; 1 Chinese silk piano cover, heavy silk fringe all round, old gold outside, pink inside, " In Memory of the Golden Wedding, 25th May, 1895, A. F. H." worked thereon; 1 pale green curtain, very heavy lace on end; 1 oil painting, Italian School, 14| by 12£, subject, Wine Shop, woman tasting; 1 dark blue overcoat, velvet collar, right sleeve 2 ins. shorter than left, " Forster & Sons, Grafton Street" on tab. Information to be forwarded to Ehe Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BERKSHIRE. 58.— Reading ( Borough).— 18th inst., by housebreaking, a lady's silver Geneva hunter watch, key winding, white dial, black numerals, rather worn, gold albert chain ( curb pattern) at- tached; 1 gold oblong brooch, about ins. long, set 2 rubies and 1 diamond, hair at back; 2 glaziers' diamonds; 3 plated table spoons; 1 silver butter knife, tortoise shell handle; 1 silver brooch, horseshoe shape, with hunting whip across; 1 small silver brooch; 1 locket chain ( curb pattern)), small links. Information to the Chief Constable, Reading. DERBYSHIRE. 59.— Chesterfield ( Borough).— 16th inst., a " Humber" bicycle, 25 or 26 in. frame, black enamelled, upturned handle bars, " Humber" transfer on head, " No. 118164" stamped under bottom bracket, back pedalling band brake, front rim brake, new Dunlop back tyre, Dunlop Welsh front tyre, rubber pedals, lamp, bell and tool bag attached. Information to the Chief Constable, Chesterfield. DORSETSHIRE. 60.— Weymouth ( Borough).— 17th or 18th insit., by burglary, frpm a sub Post Office, a quantity of postage stamps, value £ 36, consisting of £ d., Id., l^ d., 2d.„ 2£ d., 3d., 4| d., 5d. and 6d.; 2 stamp books ( 1 red covers, 15 by 10 ins.; 1 black covers, half size of first); and about £ 28. Also from a house adjoining, a small metal money box, marked on cover "' The Empire Bank" and a crown; and £ 2— A MAN, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., light moustache; dress, dark rough overcoat, grey trousers and cap, was seen loitering near the Post Office on night of 17th inst. Information to the Chief Constable, Weymouth. ESSEX. Gl.- Southend- On- Sea ( County).— 5th inst., a " Raleigh " bicycle^, free wheel, road racer, 26£ in. wheels, black enamelled frame, rat trap pedals, wide handle bars, B. S. A. fittings, back pedalling brake, small oil lamp. Information to Supt. Pryke, Southend- on- Sea. HAMPSHIRE. 62.- Southampton ( Borough).— 17th inst., a lst Grade " Premier" bicycle, 24 in. frame 3 speed gear, oil bath gear case, plated rims, felt pedals, extra bar from seat to head, helical steel tubing,, No. 245045. Information to the Chief Constable, Southamp- ton. HER TFORDSHIRE. 63.— St. Albans ( County).— 15th inst., al the Steeplechases, Highfield Hall, a goM hunter watch, rather large, No. 1005 over 18401, double case, engine turned, white dial, black numerals, maker G. E. F rod. sham,, Gracechurch Street, London; a No. 3 folding pocket camera, Goertz lens. Information to Supt. Reed, St. Alban's. KENT. 64.— Folkstone ( Borough).— Between 8th and 12th inst., a half- hoop ring, set 5 sapphires; 1 ring, small star, sapphire surrounded with rose diamonds ( 1 missing); 1 do., turquoise with small diamonds, heart shape, with lover's knot on top; 1 diamond and sapphire dagger, 3 or 4 ins. long; 2 small gold neck chains; 1 small round pendant, with pale blue stone surrounded with small dia- monds, small gold chain attached; 1 turquoise and diamond pendant, fine gold chain attached. Information to the Chief Constable, Folkestone. MIDLOTHIAN. 65.— Edinburgh ( County).— Between 22nd February and lst inst., at Ludlow Castle, or in transit by rail to Colinton),, 2 cardboard boxes, about 2 ft. long, 18 ins. wide, 5 ins. deep, contain- ing between 50 and 60 ivory figures of Chinese and Japanese typical characters, varying from 6 ins. to 2 ins. ( 1 a bull; 1 a calf; 1 a barge; others represent forms of idols, one half yellow, other white). Information to the Chief Constable, County Buildings, Edinburgh. RADNORSHIRE. G&.— Penybont ( County).— 7 th inst., at Presteigne, a small glass trinket box with silver top, containing a string of pearls with diamond clasp; 1 pendant ( basket of flowers) on gold chain; 1 blue enamel pendant on chain; 1 gold chain bracelet, set pearls and turquoise; 2. turquoise earrings; 1 gold and amethyst brooch; 1 gold ring, set diamonds and sapphires; and several brooches. Information to the Chief Constable, Penybont. SHROPSHIRE. 67— Whitchurch ( County).— 18th inst., from Prees Parish Church, 2 small brass offertory box locks ( 1 heart shape; 1 round); and about Is. Information to Supt. Lucas^ Whitchurch. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 68.— DeWSbury ( Borough).— 19th inst., by shopbreaking, 9 ladies' silver Geneva watches, marked " R/ S," Nos. 2778, S/ C 84318, L/ C 77335, U/ S 63439,, S/ C 50558, R/ C 23692, S/ P 1411, E/ C 10437, S/ P 65136; 1 9 ct gold chronograph watch, No. 147653, marked " BRC/ C"; 1 14 ct. gold filled, Elgin movement, No. 5562649; 1 9 ct. topaz seal ( real stoned marked " DC/ C"; 5 9 ct. gold medals, marked " ON/ C, OD/ F, BR/ S, BR/ S, BR/ S"; 5 19 ct. gold brooches, marked " N/ C, A/ F, N/ C, A/ F, N/ F "; 1 9 ct. square bangle ring ( hollow), marked " W/ Z"; 1 9 ct. bloodstone ring, marked " OX/ C"; 5 9 ct. signet rings, assorted designs, shield and heart, & c., all marked " W/ C"; 1 do. knot ring, marked " S/ P"; 1 do. signet ring, marked " K/ W"; 1 do. knot ring, marked " W/ C"; 1 do., matrked " R/ S"; 1 lady's 18' ct. gem ring, marked " ON/ C"; 1 9 ct. ring, marked " H/ S"; 1 18 ct. single stone ring, marked " DC/ C"; 1 9 ct. gem ring, marked " R/ S"; 1 do. garnet ring, marked " U/ S"; 1 do., ruby and paste, marked " S/ P"; 7 do. gem rings, marked " L/ s, U/ C, BR/ S, E/ C, U/ S, BX/ S, L/ S"; 3 ladies' do. signet rings, each marked " A/ C"; 1 do. gem ring, marked " W/ F"— Suspicion is at- tached to A MAN, age about 30, height 5 ft. 7 in., slight build, thin features, hair ( hangs over forehead) light,, clean shaved. Appearance of hav- ing served in the Army. Hawks wirework in the winter months. Supposed a native of Gateshead. Information to the Chief Constable, Dewsbury. ANIMALS, & c., STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 69.— J Division .— 16th inst., a black horse, 14 years, 16 hands, white blaze down face, scar on near fore fetlock, one hind heel white, docked tail; and a roan mare, 8 years, 15 hands, short mane and tail. In good condition. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan ° olice Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. 2 T H E POLICE GAZETTE. TUESDAY, APRIL 20, 1909. PERSONS OR BODIES FOUND. SUSSEX ( East). 70.— Patcham ( County).— 17th inst., on the shore at Blackrock, the body of A MAN, age about 25, length 5 ft. 9 in., slight build, com- plexion dark, hair ( curly) black, clean shaved, eyes dark, large black eyebrows, good teeth; dress, three- quarter length green and grey striped over- coat, blue serge jacket ( double- breasted), dark grey vest, black and white spotted liningj, blue serge trousers, " Davitt Moriarty Memphlis" on buttons, white cotton vest and pants, pink shirt, linen collar, marked " W." oil " M." in worsted, 2 pocket handkerchiefs1, marked " D. 8," black merino socks, button boot^," The Walk- over " shoe, No. 38— 12858, " I. N." marked inside. Found in pockets a pair of gold glasses in case, American make, marked " Erker Bros., Optician Company, 608 Olive Street, St. Louis." Appear- ance of a waiter. Body supposed in water a few hours. Photograph can be seen on application. Information to Supt. Dalmon, Patcham. 71.— Eastbourne ( Borough).— 14th inst., abandoned— A FEMALE CHILD, age 4 to 5 weeks, well developed, clear ruddy complexion, hair dark, eyes blue; dress, cream flannel bed- gown, white calico shirt,, white lace round arm holes, white calico gown, sleeves turned back and trimmed white lace, cream knitted woollen shawl,, ball fringe; also an old- fashioned screw stoppered feeding bottle, long tubing, " Do not over- feed baby, Use Nurse Margery's Feeders," and " Glass made Abroad " in raised letters thereon. Information to the Chief Constable, Eastbourne. APPREHENSIONS. 72.— Metropolitan Police District, E Division.— GEORGE LINCOLN GOODEN, Office No. S/ 71592, Case No. 4, 5th ult. It — Metropolitan Police District, P Division.— EDGAR PARKER, Office No. 1083- 06, Case No. 34, 28th February, 1908. 74.— Metropolitan Police District, T Division. - EDWARD ROBERT PEARCE, Case No. 3, 26th ult., and property recovered. 75.— Carmarthenshire, Llandilo ( County).— BENJAMIN MORRIS, Case No. 7, 27th November, 1908. T& — Gloucestershire, Staple Hill ( County).— FRED FUSSELL, Case No. 24, 17th April, 1908. 77.— Herefordshire, Ross ( County).— JOHN MOORE, Office No. 1937- 05, Case No. 14, 16th inst., at Pontypool. 78.— Lancashire, Bury ( County).— THOMAS DAVIES, Case No. 24, 12th ult. 79.— Lincolnshire, Louth ( County).— JOSEPH JACKSON, Case No. 26, 16th inst. 80. — Staffordshire, Burton- on- Trent ( County). — ALBERT STORER, Office No. 3718- 99, Case No. 39„ 12th February last, and sentenced at Central Criminal Court, 21st inst., to 2 years hard labour for larceny ( 3 cases), as William Thompson. 81.— Yorkshire ( North Riding), Middlesbrough ( Borough). — WALTER DAVIS, alias FRED EVANS, F. W. LONGLEY, and FRED LEE, Case No. 33, 16th inst., at Seghill, Northumberland, 17th inst. 82.— Yorkshire ( West Riding), Keighley ( County).— AMOS SMITH, Case No. 48, 9th inst. LATEST INFORMATION. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. ANGLESEY. 83.— Holyhead ( County).— For leaving his wife and children chargeable to the Holyhead Union— JOHN WILLIAMS, age 41> height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair ( bald on top) grey, moustache brown, eyes blue, addicted to drink, walks badly. A stonemason; native of Bodedern. Has recently been employed in a colliery. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Prothero, Holyhead. CHESHIRE. Si.— Crewe ( County).— For stealing, 16 th inst., 2 bicycles ( recovered)— TWO MEN ( lst, age 18 to 20, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion fresh, hair light, clean shaved; dress, light brown suit ( nearly new), silk muffler ( supposed black and red),, dark cap. 2nd, age 18, height 5 ft. 7 in., hair dark, clean shaved; dress, dark tweed jacket and trousers, double- breasted spotted vest, coloured tie). Supposed natives of Birmingham. They were traced to Rugeley, Staffs., where they left the bicycles at a common lodging house, 16th inst. Warrants issued. Information to Supt. Pearson, Crewe. List ot Licence Holders, Supervisees, Expirees, who have week ending April 17th, 1909, with the been re- apprehended, for the result, etc. Division iuncerned Office No. NAME. Sentence Date and Place. Fresh Offence with which charged. Re- convicted in Name of Name and Division of Officer. P. 2211— 00 — 1610— 97 F, G. 1998— 02 N. 473— 01 G, Y. 66- 01 A, N. 3352— 96 G, J. R. 3180- 98 1855— 04 A. 3388— 02 H. 47— 02 212— 83 H, K, R. E. G. 1546— 03 45813 458— C8 T, 1317— 05 T. 2055— 02 E. 3685— 97 Y. I 190— 02 E, H. R. 1689— 03 330— 06 R, W. Y. 1940— 04 1391— 06 M, X, W. 1798- 03 973— 03 L. L, M, X. 860— 05 1400— 99 K. 1409-- 96 E. A, E, $. 823- 00 1356— 02 G, H, Y. H, L, M, T. Y. 2475— 99 1858— 07 1944— 04 — 2533— 02 W. 840- 07 w. 2110— 06 G, H. 3342— 97 P, W. 520— 04 BARTLETT, JOHN BENNETT, JAMES HAROLD BIR O, WILLIAM BRADFORD, WILLIAM BROWN, JACK BROWNING, HENRY BURDETT, JOHN CAIN, SIMON COOK, ARTHUR CHAMBERS, HENRY CLIFFORD, ARTHUR DALE, EDWARD DAVIS, JAMES FRANKLIN, GEORGE GODDARD, LAURENCE HENRY GODFREY, JAMES HAMILTON, HENRY FRANCIS HARRISON, WILLIAM HARVEY, JOHN HOG AN, JAMES HOLTON, ROBERT JONES, THOMAS MASON, CHARLES FREDERICK MITCHELL, DAVID MURPHY, JAMES O'BRIEN, SHAMUS PHILLIPS, JOSEPH PRINCE, THOMAS PRITCHARD, JAMES QIT1NN, JAMES REGAN, JOHN SLADE, GEORGE VOICE, FREDERICK WAY, GEORGE WILLIAMS, JOHN WILSON, JAMES WRIGHT, ELI 21 days h. l. 12 months h. l. 3 years p. s. 1 month h. l. 6 months h. l. 5 years p. s. 3 years p. s. 14 days h. l. 12 months b. l. and 2 years supn, 5 yearB p. s. 3 years p. s. 14 days h. l. 12 months h. l. 6 months h. l. 2 months h. l. 2 months h. l. 5 years p. s, 3 years p. s. 18 months h. l. 6 months h. l. & licence revoked 15 months h. l. 9 months h. l. 23 months h. l. 3 months h. l. 18 months h. l. 3J years p. s. and 3 years supn. 3 years p. s. 3 years p. s. 2 months h. l. 5 years p. s. 15 months h. l. 9 years p. s. and 2 years supn. 12 months h. l. 12 months h. l. & 2 years supn. 5 years p. s. 5 years p. s. and 3 years supn. 1 month h. l. 8th Apr., Lambeth P. Ct. 5th Apr., Worcester Qr. Sess 6th Apr., Swansea Co. Sess. 15th Apr., Tottenham P. Sess. 7th Apr., Clerkenwell P. Ct. 7th Apr., W. Kent Qr. Sess. 6th Apr., E. Sussex Sess. 8th Apr., Greenwich P. Ct. 7th Apr., Gloucester Qr. Sess. 7th Apr., W. Kent Qr. Sess. 5th Apr., Liverpool City Sess. lst Apr., Bingham P. Sess. 22nd Mar., Cardiff Assizes 17th Apr., Marlborough St, P. Ct. 13th Apr., Brentford P. Sess, 14th Apr., Mortlake P. Sess. 8th Apr., E. Suffolk Qr. Sess, 6th Apr., Salop Qr. Sess. 7th Apr., Essrs Qr. Sess. 15th Mar., Aldershot P. Ct. 8th Apr., London Co. Sess. 5th Apr., Liverpool City 8th Apr., London Co. Sess. 5th Apr., Liverpool City 15th Apr., Leeds Sess. 8th Apr., London Co. Sess. 7th Apr., London Co. Sess. 7th Apr., Preston Sess. 14th Apr., Marlborough St. P. Ct. 7th Apr., E. Sussex Scss. 8th Apr., London Co. Sess. 5th Apr., Middlesex Sess. 6th Apr., E. Sussex Qr. Sess 6th Apr., Surrey Qr. Sess. 7th Apr., Chester Co. Qr. Sess. 14th Apr., Liverpool Co. Qr. Sess. 12th Apr., Penge P. Sess. Refractory pauper Larceny Shopbreaking Assaulting police Failing to report Larceny and false pretences Larceny Begging Larceny Housebreaking Housebreaking Refractory pauper Shopbreaking P. of 0. Act Attempted rescue of pi isoner & assault on police Unlawful possession Larceny and false pretences Indecent assault k false pretences Laiceny Begging, assault, & tailing to report Larceny Housebreaking Larceny Attempted false pretences Shopbreaking Larceny Housebreaking False pretences Unlawful possession Larceny Attempted larceny ( till) Housebreaking Larceny Larceny Shopbreaking and housebreaking Housebreaking and shopbreaking Begging Same Name Same Name FREDERICK WILLIAM BIRD Same Name Same Name JACK ALERON JAMES HALL Same Name CHARLES GOODWILL Same Name EDWARD SALE GEORGE WILLIAMS GEORGE SMITH LAWRENCE GODDARD Same Name P. C. Garwood, 495P ; also P. S. Holford C. I. D., P. P. C. Rayner, 598N ; also Insp. Hawes, N. P. S. Leach, C. I. D., G ; also P. C. Wise, 759R. P. C. Helby and P. S. Bedford, C. I. D., R. Insp. Hawkyard, L. Same Name Same Name CHARLES HALL Same Name THOMAS PERR1N Same Name Same Name WM. FITZGERALD GEORGE JOHNSON GEORGE SMITH THOMAS TATTERSALL Same Name GEORGE JAMES Same Name Same Name MICHAEL CALLAGHAN Same Name JOHN JONES JOHN WILLIAMS Same Name P. C. Curl, C. I. D., C; also P. S. Read, C. I. D., X. P. C. Edwards, P50T. P. C. Hunt, C. I. D., V ; also P. C. Howard, C. I. D., B. P. C. Norris, 800V. P. S. Stevens, C. I. D., W ; also P S. Stephens, C. I. D., C. P. S. Ward and P. S. Cornish, C. I. D., L. P. C. Gardiner, 409J; also P. S. McKenna, C. I. D., J. P. C. Hawkins and P. S. Grey, C. I. D., C. P. S. Scott, 28W ; also P. C. Carter, 314L. P. C. Page, C. I. D., Y ; also Divl.- Det.- Insp. Neil, Y. P. S. Hall, 108P. LONDON : PRINTED FOB HIS MAJESTY'S STATIONERY OFFICE BY J. J. KELIHER k Co., LTD., CRAVEN HOUSE, KINGSWAY, W. C.; 33, KINS WILLIAM STREET, B. C.; AND MABSHALSEA WORKS, S. E. 765M