GAZETTE PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, MAY 21, 1909. VOL. XXVI., No. 2650. i. 2 CS- TT All communications for insertion in the POLICE GAZETTE, and all commun- ications 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. 5. Portraits of persons whose apprehension is sought for serious offences, and engravings of stolen property, will be inserted at a cost of 7s. per portrait, and of 5s. per photograph or sketch of a stolen article, unless the article is large or unusually intricate, when the engraver's charge will range from 5s to 10s. A remittance of 5s. should be made in the first instance for cost of engraving sketches. Every announcement, if for the apprehension of a person, must be guaranteed by the signature of an officer of not less rank than Superintendent; and if the name of such person is required to be inserted and no warrant is in force against him, the requisition must be signed by the chief officer of police, or his immediate deputy, of the county, city, or borough, as the case may be. Announcements concerning stolen property must be guaranteed by an officer of not less ranlc than Inspector, or analogous thereto. 6. 8. 10, 11. 12. 13 14. 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. 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. 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. Announcements for the Friday issue should be forwarded so as to be received not later than noon on Wednesday, and for the Tuesday edition not later than Saturday morning. They must be clearly written on one side of the paper only; they must be in the usual form, and accompanied by a covering letter. 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. ( cf) 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. LICENCE HOLDERS AND SUPERVISEES. IN most cases in which Licence- holders and Supervisees residing in the Provinces fail to report themselves and whose arrest is consequently desired, the Editor is requested to insert the particulars in the GAZETTE. Arrests on such informations are made sub- sequently, but the particulars are not always for- warded for the purpose of the original information being cancelled as required by Rule 9 of the Regula- tions; the Editor therefore desires to call special atten- tion to this matter with a view to the Rule men- tioned being invariably acted upon. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 1.— 5 Division.— For obtaining £ 5 by false pretences— GORDON BELL, age about 25, height about 5 ft. 7 in., slight build, complexion fresh, hair ( curly in front) dark brown, slight moustache dark, supposed cast in right eye, growth on upper lip; dress, blue serge suit, brown leggings, white rubber collar or white neckerchief, grey cap. A greengrocer's assistant; supposed a native of Lon- don. May be found in the Eastern Counties selling fruit and vegetables from a cart. He obtained the above amount under the pretence of giving em- ployment to carmen. Warrant issued. 2.— T Divisionm— For embezzling £ 32 lis. 6d.— HENRY CHARLES BROWN, age 36 ( looks older), height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair, moustache and eyes brown, pointed nose, addicted to drink; dress, brown overcoat, dark suit, grey cap. Warrant issued. 3. — w Division> — For embezzling £ 3 13s. 5£ d., 26th ult.— EDWIN HENRY CRIPPS, age 26, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion sallowv hair black, eyes dark brown, lump behind left ear, 3rd right finger deficient; dress, dark suit and tie, brown cap, lace boots. A native of Battersea, Lon- don. Has served in the 18th Hussars. ( See Case No. 6, 7th inst.) Warrant issued. 4.— x Division » — Escaped from custody, charged with larceny— ALFRED GEORGE, alias FORTESCUE, Office No. S- 64775, age 21, height 5 ft. 6 in., stoops slightly, complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, clean shaved, long features,, sullen expression; dress, blue serge vest, trousers and cap, light and dark blue striped tie, Blucher lace boots. A native of Fulham, London. May endeavour to leave the country as a stowaway. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. CA RDIGANSHIRE. 5.— Aberystwyth { County).— For obtain- ing wool to the value of £ 34 3s. 9d., 29th October, 1908, and to the value of £ 21 12s., 18th November, 1908, by false pretences-— JOHN FELL, age about 47, height about 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, moustache light or light brown ( turning grey), eyes grey>, of good address, addicted to drink, walks smartly; dress, black morning coat and vest, dark striped trousers, dust coat, three- quarter length, black bowler hat, lace boots. A native of Dewsbury. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Jones, Aberystwyth. CHESHIRE. 6.— Dukinfieltl { County).— For stealing, 8th inst., from a cricket pavilion, a lady's silver Geneva watch, white dial, chased back, far worn, " Lizzie, Whitworth" engraved on inside case; 1 white metal chain, curb pattern, a shilling, date 1887, as pendant; 1 leather flap purse; and £ 1 8s.— HARRY PARKER, alias JAMES PILLING, age about 25, height about 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh, hair ( bald on top of forehead) light brown, clean shaved; dress, dark tweed jacket and vest, cap, brown tweed trousers, brown lace boots ( far worn). Stated he was a professional cricketer; native of Bowling Old Lane^, near Bradford, also Colne, Lancashire. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Croghan, Dukinfield. CORNWALL. 7. • - Camborne { County).— For failing to report— Licence- holder ROBERT HENRY TRE- MAINE, alius COLE and LUCK, Office No. 644- 04, age 29, height 5 ft. 7f in., complexion fair, hair light brown,, eyes grey, scar bridge of nose and corner left eyebrow, 4th right toe amputated. A native of Truro, Cornwall. Sentenced at Dorset Assizes, 31st October, 1904, to 5 years penal servi- tude for burglary. Licensed 19th August, 1908. e 475. May be dealt with where found. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Banfield, Camborne. DERBYSHIRE. 8.— Chesterfield { County).— For stealing £ 8 10s. 5d., at Bolsover, 29th ult.— WILLIAM HERBERT TURK, age 15, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion sallow, hair light brown., eyes blue, very short neck; dress, brown suit with blue stripes, green tie and cap, light lace boots. A railway clerk; native of Chippenham. May seek employment on board ship. Warrant issued. ' Information to the Deputy Chief Conjstable> County Police Office, Chesterfield. 9. Renishaw { County). — For causing grievous bodily harm, at Whitwell, 11th ult.— THOMAS GRIMBLEY, age 46, height 5 ft. 10 io., 2 T H E P O L I C E G A Z E T T E. TUESDAY, JUNE 2 2 , 1909. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( rnntiuueO)- complexion fresh, thin face, hair and short mous- tache brown ( turning grey), eyes grey, long neck; dress, black jacket suit, black ' cap. A collier; native of Thornton., Leicestershire. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Andrew, Renishaw, near Chesterfield. 10.— Chesterfield ( Borough).- For stealing ( bailee), 15th inst.,, an " Imperial" bicycle, Imperial transfer on head, 24 in. frame, black enamelled, raised handle bars, black grips, 2 roller lever Phillips' brakes, rat- trap pedals, Manchester back tyre, Westwood rim ® , geared about 75 in., Bristol bell — PAYNE, age about 28, height 5 ft. 6 in., slight build, complexion, hair and eyes dark, prominent- nose,, pointed; dress, dark or navy blue suit. Ap- pearance of a groom. Stated he was a professional footballer, and that he was going to play for Chester- field Town; also that he had formerly played for Hastings and St. Leonards Football Club, and that he was at present working at Monckton Main Col- liery, for which football club he played last season. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Chester- field. DEVONSHIRE. 11.— Torquay ( County). — For stealing 2 cycles ( recovered)— KENNETH TATEM, age 22, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., slight build, complexion fair, hair light brown,, eyes blue, very thin legs; dress, blue serge suit, brown boots. A native of Appledore, Devon. He was employed driving a steam motor ' bus from Paignton, to Torquay. May be found spending money freely. Is fond of motor- ing. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Supt. Roberts,, Torquay. DORSETSHIRE. 12.— Portland ( County).— For failing to re port— Licence- holder DAVID DENNIS, alias NORRIS, MARSHALL, OLIPHANT, and BUTTERWORTH, Office No. 2755- OQ, age 46, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair ( turning grey) brown, eyes grey, indistinct marks above left wrist, dot 2nd and 3rd left fingers. A painter; native of London. Sentenced at Middlesex Ses- sions, 18th October, 1902, to 8 years penal servi- tude and 3 years supervision for burglary. Licensed 10th October, 1908. S W c 329. May be dealt with where found. Information to Supt. Saint, Portland. DURHAM. 13-— South Shields ( Borough).- For failing to report— Licence- holder FRANCIS CUNNING- HAM, alias DITCHBURN and COULSON, Office No. 761- 09, age 41, height 5 ft. 2| in., complexion ruddy, hair dark brown, eyes brown, " Kate, G. P. P K. C,." anchor,, dots and flower pot left forearm. A sailmaker; native of Middlesbrough. Sentenced at Lancaster Quarter Sessions, 31st December, 1906, to 3 years penal servitude for housebreaking. Licensed 17th ult. g 663. Has been convicted at South Shields, Jarrow, Wakefield, Blyth, New- casitle- on- Tyne, Maryport, Barry, Middlesbrough and Durham. May be dealt with where found. Information to the Chief Constable, South Shields. ESSEX. 14.— Chelmsford County).— For stealing, 8th inst., a safety bicycle, black enamelled frame, 28 in. wheels, free wheel, new Bates red back tyre, old Palmer front tyre repaired on off side, ends of mudguards broken off, steel toe clips, tool bag containing repairing outfit — THOMAS PORTER, age about 20, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., complexion fresh, long face, hair brown; dress, black overcoat, light check vest and trousers, white neckerchief, old check cap. A labourer; native of Deptford. Previously convicted at Woolwich of sleeping out and acting as a pedlar without a certifi- cate. Believed making his way to Maidstone. Is a member of the Kent Militia. Warrant issued. 15 — Chelmsford ( County).— For stealing ( person), 14th inst., a black leather purse; 1 silver Volunteer medal, dated 1872, " Welcome to Ghent" inscribed thereon; 1 silver Conservative challenge medal, " C. E. Rippon, C. C. C.," thereon; several silver coins; 1 gold horseshoe pin ( broken) ; 2 pairs gold earrings, representing small stars; 2 plain gold studs; 1 small diamond— A MAN, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., stout build, com- plexion fresh,, round face, hair light, believed light moustache; wearing light brown coat, light hat. He arrived from London by 12 noon train, 14th inst., and returned by the 1.38 p. m. train same date. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Chelmsford. 16. — Southend ( County). — For stealing, 8th inst., a diamond ring, stone pear shape, cts.; 1 gold pin, eagle's claw, set red stone— HARRY OVERTON, age 45, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., good build, complexion florid, hair, mous- tache and eyes brown; dress, blue serge jacket 6uit, black Melton overcoat, black bowler hat, wore a gold double albert. A commission agent; native of Bowj, London. Associates with racing men. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Pryke, Southend on- Sea. 17.— Wit ham ( County).— For stealing ( bailee) 10th ult., 2 landscape oil paintings, oak frames, and a quantity of. old- fashioned willow ware—- GEORGE COURTNEY, age about 37, height 5 ft, 5 in., slight builds complexion pale, thin face, hair ( curly) dark brown; dress, blue serge jacket and vest, light trousers, light cap or Alpine hat, thin box calf boots, wore 2 gold colour rings on left little finger, usually carries kid gloves and a cane. A photographer. Stated he was employed by the American Studio, Stepney, London, canvassing for orders for enlarging photographs, and induced the owner of above to allow him to take the paintings to be cleaned and to sell the ware for him. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Lennon, Witham. GLA MO RCA NSHIRE. 18. — Cardiff ( City). — For robbery with violence— Licence holder WILLIAM COURT- NEY, Office No. 721- 09, age 25, height 5 ft. 8f in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, scar right eyebrow and under right ear, hairy mole. right cheek, fleshy mole back of neck. A haulier; native of London. Has been convicted at Barry, Pena/ rth, and Swansea. Warrant issued. 19.— Cardiff ( City).— On commitment warrant for non- payment of a fine and costs imposed for assault— EDWARD CUMBERBATCH, age about 24, height 5 ft. 8 in., slight build, complexion mulatto, oval face, hair dark, eyes brown, snub nose), clasped hands and star right forearm, scar left wrist, drawling American accent; usually well dressed. A photographer's assistant); native of Barbadoes. Since leaving Cardiff he has visited Ilfracombe and Newcastle- on- Tyne. 20.— Cardiff ( City).— For failing to surrender to his bail at the Quarter Sessions— MORRIS McELROY, alias JOHN ADAMS, GILMARTIN, MCCARTHY, HARRISON, MCFARLANE, KILROY, McKILROY, FERGUSON, and THOMPSON, Office No. 2064- 00, age 43„ height 5 ft. 2 in., stout build, complexion sallow, hair and eyes brown, scar bridge of nose. A hawker; native of Manchester. Has been convicted at Manchester, Ashton, Knutsford, Glasgow, Edin- burgh, Liverpool, Hull, Preston, Doncaster, Wor- cester, Lincoln,, and Sheffield. Warrant issued. Information to the Head Constable, Cardiff. HAMPSHIRE. 21.— Portsmouth ( Borough).— For being concerned with George Edward Marston ( in cus- tody) charged with conspiracy— HYMAN HENRY POLINSKI, alias POLLAND, age 19 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion sallow, hair black, slight moustache, curled at ends, eyes brown. A jeweller; native of London. May be found hawking cheap jewellery. Warrant issued. 22.— Portsmouth ( Borough).— For failing to report— Liciencerhodder HARRY S. BARNETT, alias CLEGG and SMITH, Office No. 2772- 02, age 29, height 5 ft. 3 in,, complexion fresh,,, hair light brown, eyes grey, birthmark back of neck, " H. B." left, 2 dots right forearm. A native of Windhill, York. Sentenced at Winchester Assizes, 20th November, 1906, to 3 years penal servitude for larceny. Licensed 2nd ult. g 570. May be dealt where found. Information to the Chief Constable, Portsmouth. 23.- Southampton ( Borough).-— For obtain- ing clothing by false pretences— Licence- holder CHARLES EAGLETON, alias UPTON, LUP- TON, MARSDEN, ROMAIN,. and SEYMOUR, Office No. 1631- 03, age 69, height 5 ft. 8£ in., complexion fresh, hair ( bald) grey, eyes hazel, scar right of mouth, red mole bridge of nose; dress, dark suit, hard hat. A ship's steward; native of Norwich. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Southamp- ton. KENT. 21. — Tonhridge ( County). — For stealing ( bailee), 27th ult., a " Humber" bicycle, supposed 26 in. frame, Dunlop tyres, flat handle bars, small bell attached, parcel carrier on back, tool bag containing a spanner and screwdriver ( combined), brakes back and front, Bowden lock on head, small dent in back wheel near valve— HARRY SMITH, ( supposed), age about 33, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., slight build, complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes blue, bad teeth, North Country accent; dress, blue jacket, double- breasted vest, dark trousers, light cap, old laoe boots. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Styles, Tonbridge. 25.— 1( Vest Mailing ( County).— For obtain- ing 4 tons of potatoes by false pretences— GEORGE HARDING ( supposed false), age about 30, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in,, slight build, complexion fair, moustache dark; dress, dark suit and cap, some- times wears dark rainproof overcoat. He hires a stable, answers advertisements in local papers ( in- serted by farmers offering their produce for sale), by postcards, headed " George Harding, Forage Merchant, Brewers' Grain and General Contractor, Short Street, Woolwich, Kent, also at Stepney," asking that goods be forwarded to a station in London, stating that cheque will be forwarded on receipt. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Ford, West Mailing. M.— Tunhridge Wells ( Borough).— For stealing, between 6th and 30th March, 1909, a lady's gold hunter watch, very much damaged, monogram " M. V. J." on outer case; 1 pair plated asparagus tongs, bone handle; 1 biscuit box, pink and white china, electro- plated cover; 2 dessert knives and forks, plain ivory handles; 1 Indian ( Cashmere) silver parasol handle; 1 hand glass, Indian silver back; 1 hat brush, do.; 3 Indian silver toilet boxes; 1 piece of embroidery on crim- son velvet— JOHN SCHNYDER, age 23 or 25, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fresh, full face, hair ( curly) light brown, clean shaved^, eyes ( small) grey; dress, dark morning suit, black bowler hat, sometimes wears a fawn coloured overcoat, velvet collar. An indoor servant; native of Switzerland. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Tunbridge Wells. LANARKSHIRE. 27.— Glasgow ( City).— For failing to report — Licence- holder DANIEL or JAMES BURNS, alias McNEIL, GLEESONI, and FORREST, S. C. R., No. 1384- 08, age 29, height 5 ft. 8| in., complexion fresh, hair light, eyes grey, scar bridge of nose, right ear, back of right hand, inside right knee, point of right thumb deformed, butterfly below left elbow, heart and clasped hands left fore- arm. A carter or labourer; native of Glasgow. Sentenced, 24th August, 1906, to 3 years penal servitude for assault and robbery, and assault on Police. Should be dealt with where found. Information to the Chief Constable, Glasgow. LANCASHIRE. 28.— Skerton ( County).— For obtaining food and lodgings by false pretences, between 11th and 14th inst.— GEORGE LOWEJ, age about 26, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion sallow, hair dark brown, eyes brown, bow legged; dress, light grey jacket suit, raised seams, cap, lace boots. Warrant issued. For larceny— WILLIAM J. CORBISHLEY, alias LESLIE NEWTON, age about 28, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, clean shaved, eyes blue, dimple in chin; dress, dark grey tweed jacket suit, round soft grey hat, old lace boots!, carried a light fawn coloured mackin- tosh. Supposed a native of Clapham, London. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Barnett, Skerton. W— Wigan ( County) — For stealing £ t 15s.— CHARLES FREEMAN, age about 37, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., complexion fresh, hair brown ( turn- ing grey), clean shaved, eyes grey,, impediment in speech, of smart appearance; dress,, grey jacket and vest, black and white plaid trousers, white rubber collar, green cap, brown boots. Supposed a native of Yorkshire. Travels the country with roundabouts and other shows. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Kelly, County Police, Wigan. FRIDAY, MAY 28, 1909 T H E P O L I C E G A Z E T T E .. 3 PORTRAITS OF PERSONS WANTED. DORSETSHIRE. 30.— Sherborne ( County).— For embezzle- ment— CECIL RICHARDS, age 25 to 30, height 5 ft. 10 or 11 in., round shoulders, complexion fresh, full round face, thick lips, hair and mous- tache ( curled at ends) dark brown, eves brown,, jerky gait; dress, long brown or grey mixture coat, brown or grey breeches, brown leggings and boots, soft hat, may be wearing a bowler or straw hat. A clerk. May endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Supt. Carter, Sherborne. GLOUCESTERSHIRE- 81.— Bristol ( City\-~ For stealing a gold filled watch, and £ 123— JOHN NOTLEY, alias JAS- PER NOTLEY, ARTHUR SMITH, and JOHN HALL, Office No. 1270- 06, age 36 height 5 ft. 5 in., strong build, complexion fresh, hair and moustache dark brown, may be now clean shaved, eyes blue, scar on nose, 3 dots left forearm, speaks with North Country accent; dress, dark lounge suit, brown boots, green cap, turned- down collar and front, and tie. A collier. Has been convicted at Swindon, Newport ( Mon.), Pontypridd, Rother- ham, Derby, and Bristol. May be found staying at private lodgings or coffee taverns with a woman, whom he represents to be his wife. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable Bristol. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 32 - Bristol ( City)— For falsifying a Bank ledger HENRY BROOKS, age 45, height about 5 ft 5 in., broad build, complexion pale, hair ( patch of grey in front and inclined to wavy) and slight moustache dark, slightly bow- legged; usually wears dark clothes and bowler hat, laundry mark " A171 " The photograph was taken about 15 yeara ago,, but is still a fair likeness. Absconded 5th inst. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Bristol. - • - *.-• HEREFORDSHIRE. 83.— Ledbury ( County).— For stealing, 14th ult., at Woolhope, a light bay mare, aged, about 15 hands, rather heavy, knees chipped, mane and tail trimmed; and a saddle and bridle ( nearly new) — HARRY PEPLOW, 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 colour breeches and leggings, yellow striped cap, brown boots ( blacked). A tramping groom. Has been employed by job masters and horse dealers in London and the provinces. Attends fairs and race meetings. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Phillips, Ledbury. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT { continued).— LANCASHIRE. 84. — Blackburn ( Borough). — For fraud PATRICK WALSH, age 70 ( looks younger), height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., hair ( turning grey) brown, clean shaved; dress, old black laorn- ing coat and vest, cord trousers, cap, stays at com- mon lodging house ® and Unions. He attempted to obtain an old age pension by false representations. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Blackburn. 85.— Bolton tBorough).— For conspiring to obtain goods by false pretences—- GEORGE WIL- SON ( supposed false), age about 45, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in., stout build, complexion fresh, full face;, hair dark, very slight moustache, walks erect; dress, dark jacket suit, cap— BOG JOHNSON ( supposed false), age about 30, height about 5 ft. 10 in., • clean shaved, walks erect; dress, dark grey jacket suit, hard felt hat,, brown boots. They rented a warehouse on 29th March last also a shop in the same neighbourhood ( which they used asi a letter call office), had alterations made, ordered printed order forms, postcards, envelopes, labels, & c., " George Wilson & Co., merchants and manufac turers and general house furnishers, Church Wharf, Bolton ( warehouse and works, Dorset Street)," thereon. Sent orders on forms1 to firms in London), Birmingham,, Leeds, Leicester, and other large towns, and suceeded in obtaining bedsteads, dyna- mos, heating apparatus, bicycles, gas fittings, etc. Absconded 30th ult. A large quantity of goods were transferred from Bolton to J. T. Midgley, Salford Goods Station, on 29th April. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable) Bolton. 36 — Burnley ( Borough\ — For stealing a bicycle and a watch— WILFRED STELL, Office No. 324- 08', age 19, height 5 ft., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, scar left of forehead and bock left hand. A weaver; native of Burnley. Has been convicted at Liverpool. Information to the Chief Constable, Burnley. 37 — Warrington ( Borough).— For stealing a watch ( recovered)— JOHN GREGG, alias WILLIAM CRAGG, age about 45, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., good build, complexion fresh, hair red or auburn ( turning grey), moustache sandy, addicted to drink; dress, black jacket and vest, brown plaid trousers, cap. A jobbing watchmaker; native of Stone- haven or Coatbridge, N. B. Seeks employment at watch repairing shops, and stays at coffee taverns Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Warring- ton. LINCOLNSHIRE. 38. — Grimsby ( County). — For stealing— a white shawl; 1 pair button- hole scissors; 1 hair brush and comb; also for obtaining 10s. by false 4 T H E P O L I C E G A Z E T T E. FRIDAY* MAT 21, 1909 APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT [ continued) pretences at Cleethorpes, 8th inst.— NELLIE BAVIN, alias BEVAN, SYLVESTER, ARM- STRONG, & c., age 27, height 5 ft. 3 in., com- plexion very pale, hair dark brown, eyes blue; dress, light grey striped costume, long green coat, large black picture hat, crown trimmed black tulle velvet, black veil, black chenille spots, lace boots, wearing a wedding ring and keeper ( set imitation diamonds). Carried a male child, age 7 weeks, wrapped in the stolen shawl, turkey red frock ( long sleeves), black socks. Since giving birth to the child she has suffered with anasmia and may visit public dispensaries or Workhouse Infirmaries for treatment. Usually takes private lodgings. Convicted at Alford, Leyburn, East- bourne, Reading, Oxford, Lewes, Canterbury, Grimsby ( Borough and County). " Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Osborn, Grimsby. MONMOUTHSHIRE. 39.— Tredegar { County).— For stealing a brown hand- bag and £ 180, at Ebbw Vale, 8th inst. — THOMAS ARTHUR READ, alias THOMAS WHITEMAN, age 19 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 7 in,, complexion fresh, hair brown,, eyes blue, rather prominent upper teeth; dress, brown striped suit, grey plaid cap or round soft cloth hat, light nailed boots, will no doubt be wearing all new clothing. May endeavour to leave the country. A native of Wood Green, London. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Saunders, Tredegar. 40.— Newport { Borough).— For stealing £ 6 from his lodgings, 12th inst.— SIDNEY WITHEY, alias BAILEY, and PRATT, Office No. 2111- 99, age 30, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache brown ( may be clean shaved), eyes grey, pierced heart right forearm, teeth decayed,, black in front; dress, dark suit and green cap, spoke with Bristol accent. Stated he was a ship's steward. Has been convicted at Bath, Bristol, and Cardiff. Warrant issued. Information to the Head Constable, Newport. SHROPSHIRE. 41.— Oswestry { County). — For absconding from Morda Workhouse with clothing— HENRY SIDES, age about 50, height about 5 ft. 6 in., complexion swarthy, hair, whiskers, and moustache dark ( turning grey), eyes blue; dress, dark pepper and salt coloured suit, stamped " Oswestry Incor- poration." In possession of a brown cord suit. A labourer; native of Oswestry. Absconded 15th March, 1909.— WILLIAM DOUTHWAITE, age 22, height about 5 ft. 5 in., slight build„ com- plexion pale, consumptive appearance, hair light brown, in weak state of health; dress, light cord jacket and vest, partridge colour cord trousers, grey cap, all stamped " Oswestry Incorporation." Stated he was a labourer; native of Whitehaven, Cumberland. Absconded 13th March, 1909. Warrants issued. Information to Supt. Hamlet, Oswestry. 42.— Wellington { County).— For failing to re- port— Licence- holder JOHN GREY, alias JOHN GREEN, Office No. 275- 02, age 30, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair blacky eyes blue, blue scar right of nose, abscess soar under left jaw, mole and scar left cheek. A native of Shrewsbury. Sentenced at Northallerton Sessions, 18th October, 1906, to 3 years penal servitude for burglary. Licensed 24th January lasit. Z g 341. May be dealt with where found. Information to Supt. Fulcher, Wellington. 5 TA FFORDSHIRE. 43. — Longton { County).— For embezzling 4s., 3rd inst.— GEORGE CORNES, age 15, height 5 ft. 1 in., slight build, complexion sallow, hair dark, eyes grey; dress, brown knicker suit, large brown cap. A native of Shelton, Stoke- on- Trent. Warrant issued. 44 — Longton { County). — For exposing un- sound meat for sale— ERNEST UNWIN, age 30, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fair, hair light brown, slight moustache brown; dress, brown suit and cap, muffler, heavy nailed boots. A native of Werrington, Stoke- on- Trent, Staffs. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Grove, Longton. 8 in., complexion very fresh, hair bright auburn. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Brighton. 46.— Hastings { Borough).— For stealing from hie lodgings^ 1st inst., a silver watch, small and rather worn, white dial, black hands, Roman figures; 1 small steel chain, thin long links, watch key attached; 1 pair lace boots, plain fronts, size 8, wide fitting— A MAN, age 25 to 30, height about 5 ft. 10 in., complexion and hair dark, full face, about a week's growth on chin, 2 moles on forehead; dress, blue striped suit, black tie*, green cap, supposed the stolen boots. A Frenchman. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Hastings. SUSSEX ( West). 47.— Worthing { County).— For feloniously altering a cheque from £ 9 10s. 6d. to £ 90 10s. 6d., and uttering same— A MAN, age 25 to 30, height 5 ft. 9 in.), complexion sunburnt, hair brown, moustache light, eyes dark, marks on nose; wearing dark grey coat, bowler hat. He uttered the cheque, 11th inst., at the Worthing Branch of the Capital and Counties Bank. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Bridger, Worthing. WARWICKSHIRE. 48.— Warwick { County).— For burglaryl4th inst., and stealing 3 pairs lace boots, size 6 ( 1 pair recovered in pledge); 1 pair lady's lace boots, size 6— A MAN, age 20, height about 5 ft. 8 in.„ com- plexion fresh,, hair ( curly in front) . light brown, eyes ( close set) small, blinks; dress, grey tweed suit, celluloid collar, cap. A native of London. May seek employment as a farm labourer. Information to Supt. Ravenhall, Warwick. 49 — Birmingham { City). — For shop- breaking and stealing 50 dozen pocket knives— Supervisee JOHN GEORGE BROWN, alias CORNELIUS JUKES and GREAVES, Office No. 1269- 07, age 26, height 5 ft. 5£ in., complexion fresh, hair and slight moustache brown), eye ® grey, " R. T. N. J.," flag and pierced heart left forearm. A cycle maker; native of Birmingham. Has been convicted at Birmingham, Oldbury, and Hands- worth. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Birmingham. WILTSHIRE. 60.— Swindon { County).— For attempting to obtain £ 12 7s. by false pretences from the Great Western Railway Company, 15" th inst.— JOHN MURP'HY> alias GRANT and JACKSON, Office No. 289- 05, age 52, height 5 ft. 3\ in., complexion sallow, hair grey, eyes brown, scar left eyebrow, anchor left forearm, American coat of arms right wrist; dress, grey jacket, trousers and cap. A marine fireman. He calls on solicitors and states that he has met with an accident on board the s. s. Ontarian, and gives instructions to make a claim against Allan Line Steam Ship Company; calls at Police Stations and complains of being robbed on the road, also makes bogus claims against Railway Companies for lost luggage. Is on tramp and stays at casual wards. Was seen at Oxford, 19th inst. Warrant issued'. Information to Deputy Chief Constable Robin- son, Swindon. SUSSEX ( East). 45.— Brighton { Borough).— For forging and uttering a cheque for £ 10, 3rd ult.— HAROLD ARTHUR HOLMAN, age 27, height about 5 ft. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 51.— Barnsley { County).— For embezzling £ 6 at Darfield, 5th ult.— PHILLIP SULLIVAN, age 31, height 5 ft. in., complexion dark, hair black, eyes grey, large Roman nose, female one fore- arm, other tattoo marks on hands and arms; dress, blue serge jacket suit, light tie, large green cap, light lace boots. A native of Spinkhill Bridge^ Eckington, Derbyshire. He was accompanied by a woman, and stated hisi intention of going to America. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Supt. McDonald, Court House, Barnsley. 52. — Sheffield { City,. — For embezzling £ 5 3s. 5Jd., 8th inst.— WALTER APPLEFORD, age 32, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, small moustache. A vanman, was employed by a baker Warrant issued. 53.— Sheffield { City).— For embezzlement— THOMAS LEE, age 56, height 5 ft. 8 in., com- plexion fresh, hair and moustache dark brown, turning grey; dress, brown jacket suit. A traveller. Warrant issued. 54.— Sheffield ( City).— For stealing a pair of boots, 4th inst.— JOSEPH GRAY, age 36, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown; dress, dark coat, check vest, light cord trousers, dark check cap. A native of Ramsay St. Mary, Huntingdonshire. Warrant issued. 55. - Sheffield { City).— For stealing a quantity of groceries, value £ 10 — LEONARD PARK Office No. S- 32677, age 23, height 5 ft. 5 in., com- plexion sallow, hair brown, eyes grey, scar left eye- brow and right of mouth; dressed respectably, and usually wears a fancy vest. A native of Sheffield. Frequents race meetings.— TOM ELLISON, age 25, height 5 ft. 3 in., slight build, complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes ( prominent) grey; dress light suit ( shabby). Warrants issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Sheffield. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. ESSEX. 56.— Romford { County).— Remanded, charged with arson— ROBERT RILEY, age 56, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresih, oval face, hair and eyes grey, large scar right knee; dressed as a labourer, a coal trimmer. Has been employed on large buildings in London, also at gas works. Information to Supt. Jones, Romford. GL OUCES TERSHIRE. 57.— Gloucester [ County).— Committed for trial at the Gloucester Assizes, 27th inst., charged with arson— RICHARD NEW, age 27, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair black, eyes brown, cast left eye, snake, woman, and butterfly tattooed right forearm; dress, blue seaman's suit ( shabby). A native of Portsmouth. Previously convicted at Southampton and Portsmouth. — JOHN DAVIS, age 26, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair brown,, eyes blue, impediment in speech; dress, brown suit. A native of Plymouth. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Gloucester. HEREFORDSHIRE. 58.— Ledbury { County).— Committed for trial at Hereford Assizes in June next, charged with highway robbery at Colwall— T H O M A S CUMMONS, alias TUNNEY, age 29, height 5 ft. 6i in., complexion sallow, hair brown, eyes blue, clasped hands tattooed right wrist}, 2 females and snake right forearm, and tattoo marks left arm; dress, dark jacket and vest, light fustain trousers, black cap, strong boots. A tramp; native of Staffordshire, and has worked at Bilsiton, Setch- field— OSWALD GOODE, age 20, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion sallow, hair dark, eyes blue; dress), dark jacket and vest, cord trousers, dark cap, strong boots. A native of Colwall. Has been in South Wales for the past 3 years working in coal mines. Information to Supt. Phillips, Ledbury. 59. — ROSS { County). — Sentenced to 21 days hard labour each for stealing wearing apparel, 10th inst., at Dewsall— JAMES MARNEY', age 31, height 5 ft. 6 in4, complexion fresh, hair dark auburn, eyes grey, scar right eye and left side of forehead, 2 left fingers crooked, fore- finger crooked and scar thereon, left kneecap frac- tured; dress, dark coat,, light stripe, black oord trousers, grey cap, light neckerchief, white shirt, red and blue stripes, old army boots. A native of Boston, U. S. A.— JOHN CALLAGHAN, age 24, height 6 ft. 3f in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes grey, bad teeth ( several front deficient), prominent ears, small blue dot on forehead above right eye, scar back 4th left finger- dress|, grey jacket, double breasted vest, dark cord trousers, green plaid cap, black muffler, old strong boots. A native of Dublin. Supposed previously convicted and wanted elsewhere. Information to Supt. Marston, Ross. SURREY. QO.— Hersham { County).— Sentenced, 12th inst., to 14 days imprisonment for obtaining charit- able contributions by fraud— ELLEN JONES, age 44 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 2 in., complexion fresh, hair turning grey, eyes grey; dress, long pepper- and- salt colour coat, dark skirt, black sailor hat trimmed black ribbon ( all old). Supposed wanted elsewhere for similar offences. She calls on district visitors*, etc., stating that her husband or child is about to undergo an operation in a London hospital, and obtains money to proceed there. Information to Supt. Coleman, Hersham. FRIDAY, JUNE 18, 1909. T H E P O L I C E G A Z E T T E. 197 PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 61.— C Division.— 16th inst., a single string necklace, 80 pearls, graduated from centre, very white pearl in centre, diamond clasp, set in plati- num, 5 knotted pearls each end, gold safety chain. 62.— E Division » — 17th inst., a silver gilt cup, 12 in. by 5 in., Georgian pattern, " The Rover Chal- lenge Trophy, presented to the Motor Cycling r •••••••• HH <* bvict ye'; > rf jt i S. u n/ M i < t 1 t J- ' t ' , cKx'ri Bai • , ..,'.. Club for London- Edinburgh- London Motor Car competition," inscribed on base, in polished hard- wood case, lined red cloth. 68.— F Division.— Referring to Case No. 2, 23rd ult.(. amended description: 3 gold match- boxes, crest, arm holding sword; 1 French verge watch, repeater, mechanical figures Gog and Ma- gog; 1 Louis Seize watch, jar goon enamelled; 1 antique snuff box, miniature thereon; 3 miniatures of ladies, set in gold; 1 green silk shield, " Real Shamrock, winner of National Hunt Steeplechase," thereon; also stolen, an antique painted pair case fob watch, old fob silk tassel attached; 1 antique ivory bracelet, mounted in gold; 1 antique filigree gold box, set turquoise; 1 blue enamelled box, Cin- derella figure; 1 enamelled box on 4 feet with pompadour figures; 2 Norwegian gold enamelled spoons; 1 old- fashioned pencil case; 1 gold cigarette case, crest lamb and tree. 64. — R Division.— 11th inst., by office- breaking, a lady's 18 Ct. gold bracelet, ivy leaf pat- tern, snap fastening; 1 do. 15 ct. curb pattern; 1 gold brooch, set turquoise in centre; 1 lady's 18 ct. gold ring; 1 steel brooch, set brilliant; 3 Indian silver bracelets; 1 pepper- and- salt colour rainproof overcoat, vertical pockets, " Warranted shower- proof " on tab; 1 silver cream jugj, " M. L. J." there- on ; 2 silver spoons, chased handles, silver balls on end. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BUCKINGHAMSHIRE. 65. — Chesham { County). — 14th inst, by burglary at Gerrards Cross, a pair of brown lace boots, stout make, nearly new, size 8, believed " Army and Navy" on tab; 1 pair lady's glace lace shoes nearly new, size 4, patent leather toe caps, " Newton" or " Newtown, American Boot and Shoe Co" inside; 1 pair boy's brown lace boots, size 6; and 2s. 2Ad.— Suspicion is attached to TWO MEN ( 1st, age about 30, height 6 ft., clean shaved. 2nd, age about 40, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in.); both wearing dark clothes and cap. Supposed to have served m the Army. Information to Supt. Trevener, Chesham. CHESHIRE. 66 — Broxton ( County).— 15th or 16th inst., by housebreaking, at Rowton, near Chester, a small old gold watch, No. 76501, plain dial; 1 gold chain, locket attached, fastens with loop instead of bar, block and link pattern; 1 gold signet ring, set dark stone; 1 lady's gold buckle ring; 1 King George 5s. piece, far worn; 1 washleather bag containing about £ 1 10s.; 1 pair box calf boots, size 8; and £ 1— Supposed by TRAMPS. Information to Supt. Hicks, Broxton. 67. — Macclesfield ( Borough). — 1- lth or 15th inst., by shopbreaking, 16 rings ( 1 lady's 9 ct. blue and white stones; 1 do. 18 ct. 5- stone diamond; 1 do., 1 diamond and 2 rubies; 1 do., 3 diamonds; 1 do., 5 diamonds, claw setting; 1 do., diamond and ruby settings; 1 lady's 15 ct., pearls and rubies; 1 22 ct. wedding, mounted with rubies and pearls; 1 18 ct. single stone, very heavy; 1 18 ct. plain gold, wedding ring style; 1 18 ct. single stone, smoke colour; 1 15 ct., set amethyst; 1 lady's 9 ct., paste setting; 1 do., 15 ct. marquise, ruby and pearls; 1 do. 9 ct.,, diamond and 2 rubies; 1 do. 15 ct., pearl setting); 2 9 ct. brooches ( 1 large, 1 diamond and 2 rubies; 1 horseshoe pattern, whip across); 1 14 ct. gold filled American Waltham lever watch, " U. S. A." on front, keyless; 1 rolled gold hunter, keyless, engine turned cases ; 1 9 ct., fetter link pat- tern albeit, long' square and short links alter- nately; 23 wedding rings ( 20 22 ct.; 2 9 ct.; 1 18 ct.); 7 keepers ( 2 18 ct.; 1 15 ct.; 4 9 ct.); 2 18 ct. signet rings; 1 15 ct. marquise ring; 1 lady's 9 ct. dress ring; 1 gold pin; 1 9 ct. gold curb albert; 1 silver albert. Information to the Chief Constable, Macclesfield. HEREFORDSHIRE. 68.— ROSS ( County). - 14th inst, at Hintland, a pair of very dark grey trousers,, " Wright, maker, Ross," on buttons; 1 pair lace boots, size 9, no seam up back, nailed; 1 pair brown woollen socks; 1 ash stick, bent handle, ferrule about 6 in. from top. Information to Supt. Marston, Ross. HER TFORDSHIRE. 69.— Hitchin ( County).— lltli inst, at Steven- age, a " Royal Sunbeam" bicycle, No. 67978, 25 in. frame, 2 speed gear, " Sunbeam " oil bath gear case, 2 brakes ( 1 back pedal, 1 hand), wide rubber pedals, very short handle bars, peculiar shape, 5^ cranks, Brooks' saddle, acetylene lamp attached. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Hitchin. Co, Nottingham," in circle, Sturmey- Archer 3- speed gear, 2 rim brakesi, rubber pedals, green gear case, " Raleigh Oil Bath" thereon, Brooks' saddle, silver plated carrier on back, green pump, 2 tool bags containing 3 or 4 spanners, repairing outfit, tin box with carbon therein, in the slot of the bag is a card with " R. C. Peel, 449, Glossop Road, Sheffield," thereon, acetylene lamp on front, oil lamp with red glass therein on back hub. 12th inst.,. a " Rudge- Whitworth" Special All- weather Roadster bicycle, No. 406854, Makers' No, 2143, 23 in. frame, black enamelled, green lines, usual parts plated, 3- speed hub, gear case, Brooks' saddle and carrier, 2 inverted lever brakes, flat handle bars, known in the trade as No. 72, with curves for the knees, extra wide mudguards with flap, 14 in. pumjy, Rudge- Whitworth tyres, cyclometer, 1 toe clip fastened with wire, tool bag containing a cloth, 2 spanners, screwdriver, re- pairing outfit, etc. 75 — Sheffield ( City).— Between 20th and 29th ult, by housebreaking, an English silver lever watch, marked " W. H. E." on the case outside; 1 lady's silver watch, chased cases, white dial, black pointers, Roman numerals; 1 gold buckle ring, opens all round to put hair in; 1 lady's 18' ct. gold keeper ring, scarf pattern; 1 lady's gold turquoise ring, claw setting; 1 22 ct. gold wedding ring; 1 small gold buckle ring; 1 puzzle ring, set blue stones; 1 plain gold mourning ring ( stones miss ing) ; 1 silver brooch, anchor pattern, set Scotch pebble; 1 plain silver brooch; 1 gold brooch, Scotch pattern; 1 silver fruit knife, marked " Bertie "; 1 gold locket and chain; 1 Jubilee shilling; 1 pair of gold ear- droos, set blue stones; 1 odd gold ear- Irop, set red stone. 4th inst.,, a gold pin, set about 12 diamonds, pearl in centre; 1 gold lever watch, No. 5446, plain case, white dial, keywinder. Information to the Chief Constable, Sheffield. PROPERTY FOUND. 5 TA FFORDSHIRE, 70.— Longton ( County).— 10th or 11th inst., a lady's 18 ct. gold double chain, 10 in. long, fancy bar, tassel at end, long links connected by 2 small round links; 1 pearl necklace, composed of 6 rows of pearls, gold plate at front, set brilliants, gold bars each side of neck, set about 6 brilliants each, fastens with slide. Information to Supt. Grove, Longton. SUSSEX ( East). 71 — Hastings ( Borough). — 16th inst, by shopbreaking, 2 white handle razors, " Boots" stamped thereon; 1 nickel embossed shoelift; 1 pair nickel- plated curling tongs; 1 nickel handle shav- ing brush; 1 black comb, nickel back; 1 manicure case, supposed covered with red velvet, " Boots, Toilet Department, British Manufacture," stamped inside\ containing 2 pairs of scissors, 2 nail files, 1 black ebony powder box; 1 nail polishery black ebony handle. Information to the Chief Constable, Hastings. WORCES TERSHIRE. 72. - Dudley ( Borough).— 14th inst, by shop- breaking, a postal order for 5s, No. 633319, issued at Malvern since 20th ult.; and £ 39. Information to Chief Supt. Speke, Dudley. YORKSHIRE ( East Riding). 73. PockHngton ( County).— 11 th inst, by shopbreaking, 2 new suits; 1 grey mixture jacket and vest, with black and green stripes; 1 boy's knicker suit, size 3; 1 linen collar; 2 ties; 1 cap; 1 pair cycle hose, " Brigg, patent," stamped on feet, red and green band knitted around tops; 1 pair brown boots with toe caps, size 8; and a set of gold- plated links. Information to Supt. Stephenson, Pocklington. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). Sheffield ( City).— 1st inst., a " Raleigh " cross frame bicycle, " No. 186315" under saddle pillar, green enamelled, 26 in. frame, 28 in. wheels, plated rims, Clincher A1 tyres, Raleigh fittings, transfer on head and back mudguard, with " R. C. PEMBROKESHIRE. 76.— Haverfordwest Castle ( County) — Supposed stolen, an " Ariel" bicycle ( practically new), No. 26579, 24 in. framet, enamelled dark green, gold lined, very heavily plated, Crab rim brakes^ rat- trap pedals ( Phillips'), toe clips, De Luxe Empire saddle, No. 55, tool bag, " De Luxe" thereon, containing tools, oil can, fitting into saddle bar, upturned handle bars, " Acme Patent Self- hold Clutch" on handle of back brake, Perry's roller chain, J in wide, \ in. pitch, free wheel, gear about 67, 28 in. wheels, front forks grooved, Liberty tyres, head lock thumb screw, acetylene lamp, " Miller's Bull's- eye No. 3, Setolite, British make" thereon, maker's transfer on head, fly, 2 snakes and shield, " Works, Bornbrook, Birming- ham, guaranteed high quality Ariel." Information to Inspector Evans, Haverfordwest Castle. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 77.— York ( City).— A bicycle, number black 24 in. frame, lined red and gold, 28 in. wheels, plated, Dunlop- Bartlet rims|, Clincher tyres, raised forward lug, handle bars with black celluloid grips, 2 roller lever Bowden rim brakes, rubber pedals, black celluloid pump, acetylene lamp ( Re- venge) by Powlett & Hanmer, Birmingham, at- tached, in good condition. Supposed stolen. Information to the Chief Constable, York. PROPERTY RECOVERED. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 78— Sheffield ( City).— Bicycle No. 8755D, and the " Mountwell" bicycle, Case No. 62, 30th ult. ANIMALS, & c., STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 79.- N Division.— iSth inst, a light bay mare, 12 years, 15 hands, scar on off knee, dent off hind hoof, black medium mane and tail. In good condition. 80.— p Division.— 16th inst, a black mare, agedj. 14 hands 2 in, medium mane and tail, 2 white spots on near hind fetlock, small sore on off shoulder. In good condition. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. 2 T H E P O L I C E G A Z E T T E. TUESDAY, JUNE 2 2 , 1909. PERSONS or BODIES FOUND METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 81.— y Division,— 5th ult., a BOY, name supposed JOHN THOMAS BROWN,, age 12, height 4 ft. 9 in., complexion fair, hair light, eyes hazel; dress, dark mixture overcoat and jacket, brown cord knickers, greenish cap, Eton rubber collar, mauve tie, black stockings, lace boots. Be- lieved a native of Leeds. He arrived at St. Pancras Railway Station on 5th ult., and states his mother put him in the train at Bedford, and that he gave his ticket up at Luton. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. KENT. 82.— Dover ( Borough)— 15th inst., hanging from a tree, the body of A MAN, age about 70, length 5 ft. 9 in., rather stout build, complexion fresh, hair, whiskers and moustache iron grey, eyes blue, artificial teeth, vulcanite setting; dress, black serge jacket suit, dark grey tweed overcoat, black stripes. green speckled cap, lace boots, size 9, bluish grey socks, white turned- down, collar and front, blue and red striped Oxford shirt, white flannel under shirt, grey lambswool pants, dark red silk necker- chief with white stripes, found in pockets a silver watch, 1 watoh key, 1 black handle pocket knife ( 2 blades), 1 reading glass in tortoiseshell fraine and handle). 1 simall brown leather purse, and £ 1 4s. Appearance of a naval pensioner. A verdict of suicide was returned at the inquest, 17th inst. Photograph can be seen on application Information to the Chief Constable, Dover. MISCELLANEOUS. 88.— CmOm, C. I. Dm ( Corres. No. 216,926).— Description of property disposed of in India, by a well- known London thief, a single diamond ring; 2 loose diamonds; 1 double case gold watch, No. 128082; 1 pearl necklace ( 100 pearls); 54 pieces of plated ware; 1 diamond horseshoe pin; 1 4^ sitone diamond ring; 4 pieces plated ware; 1 single diamond ring; 1 gold repeater, single case; 1 cluster diamond pin, centre stone weight £ cts., and 9 small stones; 1 spade guinea, marked as if it had been used as a brooch; 1 pair diamond ear- rings ; 2 tea kettles; 2 ice pails; 2 ice pitchers with goblets; 2 bread trays; 1 wine bottle holder; 4 puff " boxes; 1 coffee set, 3 pieces; 1 do., 5 pieces; 1 lavatory set, 8 pieces; 1 tray and coffee set; 1 bottle holder; 1 tea set; 1 toilet set; 1 tea set, 3 pieces; 1 cigar box; 1 tray; 3 sauce boats; 1 tea pot with stove; 1 win © cooler; 1 handkerchief box; 1 glove box; 1 set 3 brushes; 1 comb and glass; 1 sauce boat with tray; 2 trays; 2 baking dishes; 1 tea set, 4 pieces; 2 vegetable dishes; 1 wine cooler; 1 tea set, 5 pieces; 2 ice pitchers; 3 trays; 1 round tray; 2 puff boxes; 2 toilet sets 8 pieces in each; 1 set of 3 brushes; 1 comb and mirror. If anything is known respecting the above ar- ticles please oommunicate with the Metropolitan Police Office), New Scotland Yard S. W. APPREHENSIONS. 84.— Metropolitan Police District, Convict Supervision Office.— CHARLES BENNETT, Office No. 2479- 00, Case No. 2, 7th inst., and remanded at Newark till 24th inst., for loitering as Charles Russell. 85 — Metropolitan Police District, Convict Supervision Office.— ANNIE LANCASTER, Office No. 1580- 06, Tabu- lar Form, 7th inst.,, and remanded at Marylebone Police Court, till 25th inst. for larceny ( lodgings). 86 — Metropolitan Police District, Convict Supervision Office.— THOMAS HENRY OSBORNE, Office No. 2891- 99, Tabular Form, 7th inst., and remanded for house- breaking. 87 — Metropolitan Police District, Convict Supervision Office.— THOMAS THOMSON, Office No. 1028- 03,, Tabular Form, 2nd ult., and sentenced at Kingston Quarter Sessions, 18th inst., to 9 months hard labour for larceny. 88 — Metropolitan Police District, W Division.— M. GRAY, Case No. 8, 14th inst., and property recovered. 89— City of London.-? REDERICK JAMES SAWYER, Case No. 98, 14th inst. 90.— Berkshire, Windsor ( Borough).— H. WOODS, Case No. SO, 9th ult., at Coventry. 91.— Cheshire, Macclesfield ( County) — HERBERT E. WALKER, Office No. 1813- 06, Case No. 14, 14th inst. 92.— Lancashire, Liverpool ( City).— ARTHUR SHEARWOOD, Case No. 25, 30th ult. 93.— Lancashire, Manchester ( City) — JOSEPH BIRTLES, Office No. 2401- 99, Case No. 86, 30th ult. 94.— Lincolnshire, Epworth ( County) — SAMUEL BARROWCLIFFE, Case No. 17, Crd July, 1908. 95.— Lincolnshire, Grimsby ( County). — ELLEN WILSON, Office No. 3210- 02, Case No. 26, 9th ult., and remanded at Weymouth till 22nd inst., for larceny as MARGARET SMITH. 96.— Northumberland, Newcestle- On- Tyne ( City).— RALPH W. BATEY, Office No. 28- 06, Case No. 37, 29th January, and Tabular Form, 5th February, 1909. 97.— Staffordshire, Burslem ( County) — JOHN HARRISON, Case No. 39, 26th March last. 98. — Staff ordshire, Longton ( County). — W. MORRIS, Case No. 44, 14th inst. 99.— Yorkshire ( East Riding), Hull ( City).— W. G. MILLER, Case No. 55, 14th inst. 100.— Yo rkshire ( West Riding), Doncaster ( County). — WILLIAM YEAM, Case No. 30, 2nd ult. LATEST INFORMATION. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 101.— Convict Supervision Office. — For failing to report— Supervisee WILLIAM HENRY AUGUSTUS, alias ROGERS, MAY, and WHITE, a Mulatto, Office No. 1268- 07, age 25, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion dark, hair blacky eyes brown., sailor and crossed flags right, flower pot, horseshoe, crossed flags and " Faith, Hope, and Charity " left forearm. A native of Derby. Sen- tenced at Northampton Borough Quarter Sessions, 22nd October, 1906, to 10 months hard labour and 2 years supervision for burglary. Supervision ex- pires 25th July, 1909. 2073. Stated at Preston, 29th ult., his intention of proceeding to Liverpool, but did not report there. May be dealt with where found. 102.— o Division.— For stealing, 7th inst., 3 half hoop 5- stone diamond rings; 1 do. 3- stones, all marked " H. J. C. & Co., Ltd."— Licence- holder WILLIAM EDWARD ASHTON, alias JAMES B. HUTTON and REY. CHARLES HOWARD, Office No. 226- 09, age 31, height 5 ft. 4$ in., complexion dark, hair black ( curly), clean shaved, eyes hazel, scar over left eyebrow; dress, dark clothes, soft felt hat ( supposed clerical). Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. SUFFOLK ( East). 103.— Ipswich ( Borough).— For wilfully neglect- ing her 4 children— SUSANNAH SPORLE, age 35, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fair, hair light brown; wearing light grey coat, lavender coloured velvet collar, light felt hat, green wings. A tailoress and mantle maker; native of Ipswich. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Ipswich. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 104 — Leeds ( City) — For failing to report— Licejice- holder ALBERT WHITEHEAD, Office No. 2648- 99, age 32, height 5 ft. 3£ in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, 2 moles back of neck. A signwriter; native of Leeds. Sentenced at Leeds Sessions, 9th January, 1906, to 3 years penal servi- tude for false pretences. Liberated on 2nd licence 17th ult., which expires 17th prox. b g 200. May be dealt with where found. Information to the Chief Constable, Leeds. List of Licence Holders, Supervisees, Expirees, who have week ending May 15th, 1909, with the been re- apprehended, for the result, etc. Division concerned. Office No. 2189— 97 E, G, R. H, K. 3109— 01 735— 08 A. 253— 01 T, X. 1249— 06 G, D. 3243— 02 N. 688— 08 r. 1004— 04 G. X. H. 511— 04 28— 05 2876— S9 H. E, G, H. 750— 06 1132— 99 D, H, J. 1042— 00 K. 13— 03 K, W. 1703— 99 S, T, V, W, X. L. 796— 00 8— 06 L. 403— 06 NAME. Sentence BELL, GEORGE BROWN, HENRY BRUSSELL, ROBERT CRAWSHAW, TOM DUGGAN, OLIVER ERNE, ARTHUR ETHERIDGE, CHARLES FRANZ, OTTO GALLIFANT, ARTHUR GEORGE, THOMAS GOODYER, FREDERICK HOGAN, MICHAEL MILLARD, EDWARD SAUNDERS, HENRY SMITH, HENRY SMITH, WILLIAM SMYTHE, WALTER SPENCER, GEORGE STACEY, JOHN 21 months h. l. 12 months h. l. 6 months h. l. 1 to 14 years on the indeterminate law. 3 months h. l. 3 months h. l. 3 years p. s. and 2 years supn. 6 yeari impt. 9 months h. l. 12 months h. l. 1 year h. l. 9 months h. l. 12 months h. l. 6 months h. l. 21 months h. l. 7 years p. s. and 3 years supn. 5 years p. s. and 2 years supn. 3 years p. s. il8 months h. l. Date and Place. Fresh Offence with which charged. Re- convicted in Name o£ Name and Division of Officer. 13th May, London Co. Sess. 10th May, Guildhall P. Ct. Uth May, W. Ham P. Ct. October, ' 08 Chicago U. S. A. 7th May, Brentford P. Sess. 10th May, Cleikenwll P. Ct. 8th May, Midd] esex Sess. 25th Mar., Rostock Dist. Ct. ( Germany.) 11th May, London Co. Sees. 11th May, London Co. Sess. 10th May, Mansion House P. Ct. 29th Apr., Cardiff Q-. Sess. 11th May, Marlborongh St. P. Ct. 12th May, London Co. Sess. 13th May, London Co. Sess. 8th May, Middlesex Sess. 8th May, Middlesex Sess. 16th May, Cambs. Assizes 13th May, London Co. Sess. Possessing house- breaking imple- ments by night P. of C. Act P. of C. Act Forgery Larceny Failing to report Receiving Larceny Wounding Larceny P. of C. Act Larceny ( person) P. of C. Act Larceny ( person) Burglary Burglary Shopbreaking Warehouse breaking and cycle stealing Larceny GEORGE FREDERICK BELI WILLIAM BROWN ROBERT EDWARD BRUSSELL IOHN R. WILMOT OLIVER JOHN DUGGAN Jame Name Sane Name Same Name Same Name Same Name GEORGE CEVER HENRY STEVENS Same Name HARRY SAUNDERS HENRY KEMP EDWARD O'BRIEN FREDERICK SMITH Same Name JOHN WOOLSTON P. C. Marsh, 218R: also P. S. Hancock, C. I. D., R. Det.- Con. Knight, City. P. C. Payne, C. I. D., K; also P. C. Gordon, 120J. Insp. Schofield, T ; also P. C. Hay, 210 P. S. Laing, C. I. D., G ; also P. S. Sharpe, C. I. D., N. H P. C. Campling, C. I. D., N; also P. C. Southey, 296N. P S. Hook and P. C. Ratcliff, C. I. D., G, P. C. Hutt, C. I. D., X. P. C. Mee, 674 City. P. C. Juby, 293C; also P. S. Hunt, C. I. D., C. P. C. Markham, C. I. D., B; also P. S. Farrant, C. I. D., D. P. C. Ripton, 694R ; also P. S. Coombs, 78V. P. C. Blackford, 10XR : also P. C. Skil- ton. 219J. P. S. Patten, 74T ; P. C. Howard, C. I. D., B. P. C. Macfarline, 260L ; also P. C. Whit- more, C. I. D.. L. LONDON : FBIXTED FOR HIS MAJESTY'S STATION EH Y OFFICE BY J. J. KM- IKEH & 0> , LN... CRAVEN HOUSE, KISGSWAY, W. C.; 33, KING WILLIAM STREET, EC.; AND MARSHALSEA WOHKS S E. 76830