GAZETTE PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 1909. VOL. XXVI., NO. 2686. 1. All communications for insertion in the POLICE GAZETTE, and all communications relating to them, should be addressed to THE EDITOR OF THE POLICE GAZETTE, NEW • SCOTLAND YABD, LONDON, S. W. 2. 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. 3. 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 reivard 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 will be inserted at a cost of 8.?. per portrait, and engravings of stolen property at a cost of 6s. per photograph or sketch, unless the article is large or unusually intricate, when the charge will be higher. A remittance of 6s. should be made in the first instance for cost of engraving sketches. 6. 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, a s the case may be. 7. Announcements concerning stolen property must be guaranteed by an officer of not less rank than Inspector, or analogous thereto. 8. Announcements of all persons to be apprehended or of stolen property bear a number, and as far as practicable they are alphabetically arranged by counties. 9. The force which causes particulars concerning delinquents or stolen property to be inserted in the POLICE GAZETTE, must, on their apprehension or recovery, at once transmit to the Editor notice of the fact, referring to the number of the announcement for insertion in the next issue. 10. In all cases the officer signing the request for the insertion of any announcement will be wholly responsible for any proceedings which may result from such publication. 11. Announcements for the Friday issue should be forwarded so as to be received not later than noon on Wednesday, and for the Tuesday edition not later than Saturday morning. They must be clearly written on one side of the paper only ; they must be in the usual form , and accompanied by a covering letter. 12. All payments must be in advance, either at the office, New Scotland Yard, by Postal Order, or by Post Office Order, payable at Parliament Street Post Office. 13. The Space being limited, announcements concerning " Missing Persons" are only accepted on payment, but insertion in the next or any subsequent issue cannot be guaranteed. The charge for such insertion ( if accepted) will be given on application. 14. All copies of the POLICE GAZETTE re- transmitted by Police Forces should be prepaid at the ordinary rate for printed matter sent by post ivithin the United Kingdom. THE EDITOB, New Scotland Yard, London, S. W. SPECIAL NOTICE. The following is a copy of the order which governs the circulation, by the Metropolitan Police, of adver- tisements, or reward bills, for the discovery of property or the detection of crime. The Editor inserts it in hope of preventing delays which some- times occur in publishing such notices, on account of their not being in accordance with the regulations in force in the Metropolis :— 1.— Printed hand- bills, or other advertisements, offering a reward for the discovery of property or the detection of crime, • whether printed and issued by the Metropolitan Police, or distributed and exhibited, with the sanction of the Commis- sioners, on the application of private persons, or of the Police of any County or Borough, must be clearly expressed in relation to the following points :—• ( a) The amount of the reward. ( b) The conditions on which it is payable. ( c) The name and address of the person by whom it will be paid. ( d) The came and address of the printer must appear thereon. 2.— No expression must be used in such an advertisement in relation to property stolen, or criminally taken or disposed of, holding out any expectation that the reward will be paid on its return without the offender being brought to trial, or without enquiry. Attention is particularly directed to the conditions ( a) to ( d), clause 1, as Police Notices are, constantly being received by the Metropolitan Police in which the conditions mentioned have not been complied with, especially those marked ( a) and ( c). Such notices are not distributed. NOTE.— There are 191 Stations of the Metropolitan Police Force at which Notices can he posted. The following specimens of bills are inserted for guidance:— £ 5 REWARD. LOST. 17th December. 1899, at Victoria Street, Westminster, A GOLD LEVER WATCH, No. 54963, " J. S." in monogram on back. Information to Mr. John Smith, 500, Victoria Street, West- minster, by whom the above reward will be paid for the recovery of the watch. [ Insert name and address of the Printer.] £ 50 REWARD. STOLEN. 17th December, 1899. JEWELLERY as follows: [ Give full and accurate description.] The above reward will be paid by Mr. John Smith, 500, Victoria Street, Westminster, to any person giving suoh information as will lead to the apprehension aud conviction of the thief and recovery of the property, or in proportion to the amount recovered APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. BERKSHIRE. 1.— Wokingham ( County).— For obtaining by false pretences, 25th ult., a bicycle, 24 in. frame, B. S. A. fittings, 1897 pattern, one inch upturned handle- bars with Phillips' pull- up rear brake, black old pattern jointless rims, 28 in. by If in. Con- tinental Invincible on back, Palmer front tyre, wired, rat- trap pedals, Bluemels celluloid mud- guards—- — NORTH, age about 30, height about 5 ft. 3 in., wearing black hat, blucher boots, carried a parcel con- taining breeches and stable clothing. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Goddard, Wokingham. 2.— Windsor ( Borough),— For obtaining 5s. by false pretences, 3rd inst.— JAMES EVANS, alias COULSON, TILTON, WILSON, SMITH, POTTER, WARD, and BEAMSAR, Office No. 1199- 07 ( Illus- trated Circular 86, Fig. 30), Case No. 5, 10th inst., age 30, height 5 ft. 2 in., complexion sallow, hair and slight moustache light brown, eyes grey ; dress, dark jacket suit, blue engineer's cap ( bright peak), appear- ance of a seafaring man, native of Ely, Cambs. He called at several houses, presented a subscription list, and stated that he was a signalman in the employ of the Great Western Railway, and was authorised to collect money on behalf of the widow and family of a guard killed on duty at Slough. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Windsor. BUCKING HA MS HI RE. 3.— Aylesbury ( Comity).— For failing to surrender to his bail at Aylesbury Petty Sessions on a charge of false pretences— FRED DEITCHMAN, age 24, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair light, clean shaved, eyes hazel, 2 scars first left finger, fourth left finger deformed, face pitted; dress, grey mixture suit, overcoat and cap. A provision mer- chant and live poultry salesman. Warrant issued. 4.-— Aylesbury ( County).— For obtaining a quantity of hair brushes, R. B. and F. W. Home marked on side, by false pretences, 13th inst.— A MAN, age 20 to 23, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 ins., slight build, complexion very dark, hair black, believed clean shaved, of foreign appearance; dress, dark green waterproof overcoat, cap, green striped shirt and collar, green tie. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Aylesbury. Information to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W., or to any Police Station. [ Insert name and address of the Printer.] It is to be specially noted that all printed Bills or Circulars forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office for posting or dis- tribution, whether offering rewards or otherwise, should have the Printer's name and address thereon, as required by the Act 32 and 33 Vic., cap. 24 ( see second Schedule re- enacting sec. 2 of 2 and 3 Vic., cap. 12). CA RNA R VONSHIRE. 5.— Bangor ( County).— For carnal knowledge of a girl under the age of 16, 27th ult.— THOMAS WILSON, alias HARRY VERNON, SULLIVAN, DALEY and HOPPER, Office No. 1824- 01 ( Illus- trated Circular 76, figure 4; for portrait, see Case No. 25, 20th ult.), age 30, height 5 ft. 7J in., com- plexion pale, hair dark brown ( short), eyes grey, of smart appearance; dress, blue serge suit, straw hat, light coloured tan boots, wearing gold colour chain. Represented himself to be the proprietor of the Hotel Majestic, Harrogate. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Guest, Bangor. 6.— Conway ( County).— For stealing a ledger ; 1 cash book; 1 department do. ; 1 stock do.; at Llandudno Junction Railway Station— HARRY MAWSON, age 38, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., stout build, complexion fair, hair ( thin on top) light brown, moustache brown, eyes hazel ( squint left), high forehead. ' A railway book- stall clerk, native of Sheffield, where he was employed as a pawnbroker's assistant. Absconded 2nd inst. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Conway. CHESHIRE. 7.— Broxton ( County).— For obtaining 10s. by false pretences at Hoole, 18th inst.— F. E. VALLERENDOR ( supposed false), age 24, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh ( tanned), heavy features, hair brown, eyes ( large and long) light, bad teeth, very short finger nails, fat hands; dress, dark jacket and vest; blue serge trousers, brown knitted tie, white straw hat with black band, white cuffs, gold links, tan- coloured boots, wearing a gold albert, long link pattern. Carried a brown Gladstone bag, straps at each end, several railway labels thereon, piece of string to handle, contained a holiday outfit. He called upon a clergyman of Hoole, stated that he had been to Douglas on a holiday and had lost his return boat train ticket to Retford, and had no money to pay his fare home. Stated that he was a builder's clerk and was going to study for a surveyor, and was known to a canon of Retford. Had a piece of a visiting card with " Holly Bank, Carlton Road, Worksop," printed thereon. Identical with man, Case No. 52, 17th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hicks, Broxton. 8.— Crewe ( County).— For burglary, 17th inst. and stealing 1 box Players navy cut cigarettes; 1 box Capstan do.; 3 boxes Woodbine cigarettes; 1 box gold flake tobacco; 1 lb. Coolie cut tobacco; 1 lb. thin twist do.; 1 box St. Julian do.; 2 boxes ( 50) Bon Mot cigars; 1 box ( 50) Joe Chamberlain do. ; 1 box ( 50) Dulcbella do.; 1 box ( 100) Court do. ( Id. whiffs) ; and £ 1 8s.— TWO MEN. First, age about 22, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh, clean shaved; dress, blue serge suit, black hard felt hat, green tie, gold horse- shoe pin.. Second, age about 24, height 5 ft. 6 in., slight build, complexion fair, hair supposed dark, clean shaved; dress, blue serge suit, black hard felt hat. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Pearson, Crewe. 9.— Liscard ( County).— For stealing £ 8 15s. — HENRY G. HAHN, age 23, height about 6 ft., complexion sandy, hair light, clean shaved, Jewish nose, bust of woman left forearm, walks erect; dress, THE POLICE GAZETTE. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 1909. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued).— blue serge suit, stains thereon, light blue tie, light grey cap, brown boots. Is believed to have served in the Life Guards. Had with him a bicycle, a pair of bullock's horns ( mounted), and a Japanese basket. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. McHale, Liscard. 10.— Macclesfield { County).— For stealing, 14th inst, at Adlington, a silver sugar basin and cream jug ( recovered)— M. EEAD, age 45, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in, slight build, complexion dark, hair dark, slight moustache, supposed sandy ; dress, shabby suit, muffler and cap. Stated he was a native of Liverpool. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hoole, Macclesfield. 11- Middlewich ( County).— For burglary ( breaking out of public house), and stealing a pair of light glazed kid boots, size 9, toe caps, block toes, rather broad soles, waterproof to top lacehole, nearly new, " Timpson " in green cotton on tabs— THOMAS A. PRUETT, alias CLARKE, Office No. 1766- 09, age 48, height 5 ft. 6 in, complexion fresh, hair light brown ( turning grey), moustache brown, eyes blue, crucifixion and 1898 right forearm, lost right big toe; dress, black jacket, dark double breasted vest with white spots, dark trousers, light blue tie, light cap. A collier, native of Ruabon. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Thompson, Middlewich. 12.— Runcorn ( County).— For stealing an oval silver locket, chased ; 1 gold brooch, twisted pattern; I gold bangle ( curb pattern), 1 small gold padlock attached; and 2s. — PEARSON, alias ALICE TURNER, ALICE JONES, KATE, EMILY, and GRACE SMITH, age about 40, height 4 ft. 10 or II ins, complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes ( large) blue, pleasant expression; dress, dark grey costume, grey silk front, black straw hat, trimmed black and white satin and black tulle, 2 rosettes right side, carried an umbrella. Supposed a native of Mold, Flintshire. She calls at Registry Offices and obtains the names and addresses of persons who require servants, & c. ( chiefly cooks), calls on these persons, and states she has been in service at " Warren Bank, Kinnerton, near Chester," and on being told she will be engaged providing " her references are satisfactory, obtains railway fare and absconds. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Ennion, Runcorn. 13.— Macclesfield ( Borough).— For obtain- ing £ 1 5s. 6d. by false pretences, 2nd inst.— W. LUCAS, age about 34, height 5 ft. 4| in, slight build, thin features, prominent nose, hair and moustache ( waxed at ends) dark; dress, navy blue suit, bowler hat, shabby genteel appearance, carried a traveller's small brown sample bag, opens at side. Represented himself as a traveller for a pictorial post card publishing firm, London, obtained orders for cards and received payment for same. Appears identical with W. Lucas, Case No. 18, 3rd inst. Warrant issued. 14.'— Macclesfield ( Borough).— For non- pay- ment of maintenance arrears— JOHN MITCHELL, age 37, height 5 ft. 10£ in, complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes brown. A carter. May be found in the Pottery District, probably hawking green- grocery, and accompanied by his brother. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Macclesfield. mercial traveller at Manchester, and had recently given birth to a child which died. Warrant issued. 18.— Southend ( County). — For obtaining 13s. 6d. by false pretences, 3rd inst.— MATTHEWS, age 23 to 25, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 in, com- plexion fresh, hair light, moustache ginger; dress, dark jacket suit, white straw hat, lace boots, carried a brown portmanteau about 2 ft. long containing samples of paper bags, & c. He calls on greengrocers, & c, and represents that he is a traveller for a firm of paper bag manufacturers, Upper Thames Street, London, E. C, receives orders for goods and obtains money. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Pryke, Southend- on- Sea. ESSEX. 15.— Southend ( County). — For stealing ( servant), 18th inst, 4 lady's gold rings ( 1 set pearls and diamonds, 1 set rubies and diamonds, 1 set emerald and diamonds, 1 set sapphires and pearls), and £ 1— GEORGE CHARMAN, alias SHARMAN, age 18, height 5 ft. 5 in, slight build, complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, long thin neck, weak knees, splay feet; dress, blue serge jacket and trousers, blue cap, football boots, all shabby and faded. A ship's fireman. May seek employment in a steam fishing trawler trading between London and Scarborough. Warrant issued. 16.— Southend ( County). — For stealing ( servant) £ 60, 18th inst.— JOSEPH FINER, age 40 to 45, height 5 ft. 8 in, good build, complexion florid, hair and moustache light brown, turning grey, eyes grey; dress, grey mixture jacket and trousers, bowler hat. A tailor's manager, also a public house manager. Well known at Croydon and Kennington. Warrant issued. 17.— Southend ( County). — For stealing 21st inst. a male child, 14 days old, hair brown, bloodshot marks on eyes, round head, wearing white chemise, white flannel nightdress, long white nightgown, short bodice, old white flannel band, large brown shawl— A WOMAN, age 22, height 5 ft. 6 in, complexion fair, hair dark brown, eyes dark; dress, Royal blue f- length coat and skirt, cream lace blouse, shoes ( patent leather toecaps), large brown hat or brown motor hat, wearing a wedding ring and keeper. Stated she was the wife of a com- DUNNAGE, age about 40, height 5 ft. 7 in, com- plexion fair, hair light brown ; dress, grey jacket and vest, cord trousers, dark cap. A hay carter, native of Bishop's Stortford. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hassell, Bishop's Stortford. FIFESHIRE. 19.— Cupar ( County).— For failing to report— Licence - holder WILLIAM FRASER, alias THOMAS SMITH, McKENZIE, KELLY, KERNE Y, DONALD McDOUGALL, and ANGUS MCDONALD, S. C. R, NO 917- 09, age 45, height 5 ft. 8 in, complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes blue. A miner, native of Liverpool. Sentenced at Glasgow, 10th May, 1904, to 7 years penal servitude for ( 1) assault and larceny, ( 2) larceny and P. C. of assault and robbery, theft and reset. Liberated 14th August, 1909, on licence of 634 days, expiring 10th May, 1911. May be dealt with where found. Information to the Chief Constable of Fifeshire, Cupar. I FLINTSHIRE. 20.— Holywell ( County). — For stealing ( servant) 1 lady's gold neckchain, long pendant attached, brooch shape in centre set emeralds and pearls ; 1 lady's long light grey coat, and £ 3 10s.—• ELIZABETH BUTTLER, alias EDITH BUTTLER, age about 19, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in, complexion very pale, hair black ( inclined to curly); dress, print or black dress, brown motor cap, supposed the stolen coat. A native of Liverpool. Warrant issued. 21.'— Holywell ( County).— For stealing a pair ! of strong boots, nearly new; 1 pair of cord trousers, and 5s. 2d.— JOHN WILLIAM CLARKE, alias BARLOW, age about 20, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in, com- plexion sallow, hair ( curly in front) black, eyes dark, cross and heart tattooed left forearm; dress, black jacket and vest, dark trousers ( light stripes), cap, muffler, the stolen boots. A native of Ratcliffe, i Lanes. Has been employed at a hotel at Colwyn Bay, on a farm, at Coney Green Colliery as lamp cleaner, and was at the Industrial School at Bolton 8 years. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, j Holywell. GLA MORGA NSHSRE. 22 — Cardiff ( City).— For stealing a bicycle ( recovered)— GEORGE GRIFFITHS ( supposed false), age 20 to 22, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in, slight build, complexion fair; dress, grey coat, black and white plaid cycling knickers, cycling stockings, cap, low shoes. Is believed to have committed several similar offences in this city, but the other machines have not been recovered. Warrant issued. Information to the Head Constable, Cardiff. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 23.— Staple Hill ( County).— For embezzlement and stealing ( bailee) a bicycle— JOHN KING, age 21, height 5 ft, complexion dark, hair dark brown, eyes brown, large wart on forehead, right side, back of right hand; dress, brown mixture shooting jacket, flannel plaid lining, blue serge trousers, dark cap, lace boots. A native of Filton, near Bristol. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Cooke, Staple Hill. HAMPSHIRE. 24.— Petersfield ( County).— For non- payment of bastardy arrears— PERCY HOLDAWAY, age 18, height about 5 ft. 7 in, complexion pale, hair dark brown, eyes blue. A plasterer's labourer, native of Cowplain, Horndean. Is believed to have joined the army in name of WILLIAMS. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Waters, Petersfield. 25 — Southampton ( Borough).— For stealing ( from his lodgings) £ 11 10s. 6d. — ALFRED WILKINS, age about 30, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in, slight build, complexion pale, hair dark brown, small moustache light; dress, dark suit, fawn coloured mackintosh, round green soft hat. A surveyor. Information to the Chief Constable, Southampton. HER TFORDSHIRE. 26.— Bishop ' s Stortford ( County).— For stealing a load of hay, 10th inst.— WILLIAM ISLE OF WIGHT. 27.— Newport ( County).— For stealing from his lodgings at Shanklin, 13th inst, a dark blue melton overcoat, single breasted, velvet collar, inside lining slightly torn and £ 1— WILLIAM BAKER, age about ! 30, height about 5 ft. 6 in, complexion, hair ( turning grey) and eyes dark, clean shaved ; dress, dark brown striped suit, black corded silk tie, dark grey cap. A billiard marker. Had with him when he arrived, 9th inst. ( supposed stolen), a free wheel bicycle, i 24- in. frame, black enamelled, lined green and gold, 28- in. wheels, plated rims, two roller lever rim brakes, " The Fagan" two- speed hub, handle- bar control, raised handle- bars, Dunlop tyres, rubber pedals, plated " Corsair " oil lamp. Now in posses- j sion of police. Warrant issued. 28.— Newport County).— For embezzlement at Freshwater— JAMES BENNETT, age about 50, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in, weight about 11 stone, complexion pale, bloated face, small head and eyes,, hair ( turning grey) and heavy drooping moustache dark, forearms tattooed, addicted to drink. A canteen steward, formerly a sergeant of the Royal Fusiliers. Is a good billiard player. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Newport, I. of W. KENT. 29.— Sandwich ( County).— For embezzlement — WINSLIE DAVEY, alias FINN, age 30, height 5 ft. 5 in, carries his left shoulder lower than right, complexion pale, hair dark brown, splay feet; dress, dark tweed suit, cap, lace boots ( too large for him),, all old. A milkman, native of Canterbury. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Stone, Sandwich. LANARKSHIRE. 30.— Glasgow ( City). — For embezzling £ 81 Is. lOd. — JAMES McDONALD, age 27, height 5 ft. 7 in, slight build, complexion fresh, thin face, long nose, hair and moustache brown; dress, dark grey jacket suit, black felt hat, brown boots. He was employed as a druggist's traveller. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Glasgow. LANCASHIRE. 31.— Liverpool ( City).— For failing to report— Licence- holder PETER KELLY, alias McHENRY, McENERNEY, McINERNEY, McNERNEY, and HALEY, Office No. 1556- 02, age 61, height 5 ft. 6 ins, complexion sallow, hair ( turning grey) brown, eyes blue. A native of Nenagh, Enniscorthy. Sentenced at Trim, Meath, Quarter Sessions, 3rd November, 1905, to 5 years penal servitude for horse stealing. Licensed, 22nd June, 1909, D. 603. May be dealt with where found. Information to the Head Constable, Liverpool. 32.— Barrow- in- Furness ( Bm- ouyh).— For stealing from his lodgings, 9th inst, a silver English lever watch, No. 42972, white dial, " Official Timekeeper " on dial, chronometer balance, 11 jewels, best finish, engine- turned case, and 5s.— JOSEPH SMITH, age 38 » to 40, height 5 ft. 6 in, complexion and moustache dark, hair black. A wireman, native of Bishop Auckland. Information to the Chief Constable, Barrow- in- Furness. 33 — Warrington ( Borough).— For failing to appear to a summons for obtaining £ 1 10s. by false pretences —^ RICHARD WHITTAKER, age 37, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in, complexion fresh, rather long features, hair dark brown, long moustache brown, eyes grey, addicted to drink; dress, usually dark j clothing and black hat. An insurance agent, sup- ! posed a native of Liverpool. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Warrington. LEICES TERSHIRE. 34.— Leicester ( Borough). — For failing to report — Licence- holder JAMES BEAUMONT KNIGHT, Office No. 2360- 00, age 37, height 5 ft. 9 in, complexion fresh, hair and eyes brown. A | native of Leicester. Sentenced at York Assizes, 29th November, 1904, to 5 years penal servitude for coining. Liberated on 2nd Licence, 27th ult. a e. 359. Warrant issued. Information to the Head Constable, Leicester. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 1909, THE POLICE GAZETTE. 3 PORTRAITS OF PERSONS WANTED. LANCASHIRE. 35.— Liverpoolf (£%)•— For shopbreaking, I last and taken to a workhouse owing to injuries 24th July— JOHN McKENNA, age 33, height 6 ft. | received, and escaped 17th ult. Particulars as to blue serge suit, narrow fancy tie, bowler hat. A cotton dealer. Is well known to racing men. Warrant issued. The above reward, or such part of it as may seem fitting to the Head Constable, City Police, Liverpool, will be paid by him for information leading to the apprehension of above. The reward will only hold good until 30th November, 1909. 0£ in., slight build, complexion fresh, sharp nose, hair very light, clean shaved, eyes grey. May seek employment as a joiner. He was arrested 24th July METROPOLITA N POLICE DIS TRIG T 36.— X Division.— For forging and uttering three cheques, thereby obtaining £ 129 19s. 5d., between 5th and 19th" ult.— CARL WAGNER, age 26, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fresh, hair and slight moustache auburn, eyes supposed brown, wears pince nez with gold rims, speaks French and German apprehension, Case No. 91, 17th inst., can- celled. Information to the Head Constable, Liverpool. fluently, a habitual cigarette smoker; dress, dark lounge suit, straw hat, lace boots, sometimes wears a silk hat. A native of Acton. Is believed to have gone abroad, accompanied by a woman. Extradition will be applied for if necessary. . Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. KENT. 37,— Canterbury ( City). — For stealing £ 32 12s. 4d., 18th inst.— FREDERICK BLAKEY, age 40, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fair, hair and moustache light brown, one front upper tooth ends) dark, one eye slightly smaller than other, which he closes when laughing or talking. May be found tramping the country as a working watchmaker. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. JS50 Reward. 39.— Liverpool ( City).— For stealing, 25th ult., 10 bales of cotton ( recovered) — WILLIAM McARTHUR, age about 40, height about 5 ft. 9 in., dark overcoat ( double- breasted), black bowler hat, lace boots. He was employed as rate collector to the Hebden Bridge Urban District Council. A native of Hebden Bridge. Absconded 3rd January last. May endeavour to go abroad or attempt to commit suicide. See Case No. 30, 29th January last. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hollis, Todmorden. square shoulders, hair and moustache brown, turning grey, pimples on face, of smart appearance; dress, APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued) — NORFOLK. i2.— Downham Market ( County).— For stealing a pony ( recovered)— MARK GASKINS, age about 45, height 5 ft. 11 in., complexion swarthy, hair and eyes ( cast in left) dark, very heavy eyebrows ; dress, sleeve vest, brown cord front, turn- down collar, three mother- o'- pearl buttons each sleeve, dark trousers, light cap. A low horse dealer. Travels the Eastern Counties with a chocolate colour van drawn by a black mare, white star on forehead. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Sands, Downham Market. 43.- - Walsingham ( County).- For obtaining money by false pretences— S. CHARLES, alias SEARLE ( supposed false), age 26, height about 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fresh, hair dark ( inclined to curl), clean shaved, eyes brown, prominent nose; dress, dark brown jacket and trousers ( tight fitting), light check vest, green binding, white straw hat with green band or dark cap. Supposed a native of 40.— Liverpool ( City).— For stealing ( servant) £ 37 14s. Id., 2nd inst. — SYDNEY ALBERT SPENCER, alias BIBBY, age 17, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., rather stout build, hair dark brown, clean shaved, Roman nose, cast in one eye, has a habit of closing both eyes when in conversation, small red birth mark under left eye ; dress, dark brown tweed lounge suit, dark peak cap, dark grey tweed overcoat, lace boots, A railway booking clerk. He was formerly on a training ship at Plymouth, and made several voyages as a seaman. Information to the Head Constable, Liverpool. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). il— Todmorden County).— For embezzling £ 200— JOHN WILFRED ASHWORTH, age 37f, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fair slightly freckled ( probably bloated), hair ( thin in front) dark brown, heavy moustache sandy, eyes grey, carries his head forward and looks on ground when walking, of good address and smart appearance, avoids looking at a person when in conversation; dress, blue serge suit, broken; dress, dark grey and white striped jacket suit, light check cap, lace boots with toecaps, wearing a gold curb albert chain, gold seal attached, gold ring, set red stone, gold rimmed pince nez. Had with him a Smith Premier bicycle, upturned handle- bars, black enamelled, free wheel, back pedalling brake, rubber pedals, brown saddle. A native of Doncaster, was employed as clerk and storekeeper at the Canterbury Borough Asylum. The photograph was taken 11 years ago, but is still a good likeness of Blakey. May endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Canterbury. LANCASHIRE. 38.— Liverpool ( City).— For stealing ( servant) a number of watches— MAX FELSEN, an Austrian, age 28, height 5 ft. 6 in., good build, complexion, hair ( curly) and heavy moustache ( turned up at 4; THE POLICE GAZETrE. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 1909. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued).— London. He endeavoured to form a Pierrot troupe. May be found with a theatrical company. He obtained orders and money for billheads, labels, & c. ( which ho failed to supply), stating he represented Mead and Son, printers, Sandy, Beds. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Harvey, Walsingham. 44.— Norwich ( City).— For failing to report- Licence - holder ROBERT HARRISON, alias MAKINS, BRADLEY, and RIX, Office No. 55G- 03 ( Illustrated Circular 92, Fig. 7), age 43, height 5 ft. 11| in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes blue, scar right of upper lip and right eyebrow, a native of Norfolk. Sentenced at Salford Quarter Sessions, 22nd October, 1906, to 3 years penal servitude for false pretences. Licensed 22nd January, 1909. g. 469. May be dealt with where found. Information to the Chief Constable, Norwich. NOR THUMBERLAND. 45.— Tyn& mouth ( Borough).— For failing to report— Licence- holder JAMES FROST, Office No. 815- 09, age 28, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion dark, hair and slight moustache black, eyes brown, scar left forearm, both thumbs and wrists. A native of Middlesbrough. Sentenced at Northallerton Sessions, 3rd January, 1907, to 3 years penal servitude for larceny. Licensed 23rd April, 1909, h. 24. Left North Shields, 6th inst. May be dealt with where found Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, North Shields. PEMBROKESHIRE. 46 — Haverfordwest Castle ( County).— For stealing £ 3— ANNIE GEORGE, ago 19, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 ins., stout build, complexion very fresh, hair brown, eyes ( large) blue ; dress, green knitted Norfolk jacket, grey tweed skirt, brown tie, brown motor cap, black slippers.- Lately employed by show- men. A native of Neath, Glamorganshire. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Haverfordwest Castle. SHROPSHIRE. 47.— Whitchurch ( County).— For stealing ( bailee) 16th ult., a " Wearwell" bicycle, 24 in. frame, black enamelled, two inverted lever brakes, rubber pedals, plated rims, Macintosh tyres, 28 in. by 1 Jr in. steel mud- guards, free wheel, flat handle- bars— PERCY GOODWIN STOCKTON, alias BURROWS and DUCKERS, ago 21, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, round features, hair dark, clean shaved ; dress, navy blue suit, grey or green peak cap, brown boots, silver watch chain sometimes worn in coat. May have with him a brown suit and a pair of brown leather leggings. A farm labourer, native of Whit- church. May seek employment with hauliers. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Lucas, Whitchurch. SOMERSETSHIRE. 48.— Wiffpcantosi ( County).— For stealing, 6th inst., a brown check suit; 1 pair braces, No. 7542 thereon ; 1 silver geneva watch, " Cruse, High St., Glastonbury," and " Charles Higgins, Wyke, Cham- flower, Bruton," on inside case; 1 heavy curb pattern silver chain BAKER, age 45, height 5 ft. 10 in. to 6 ft., complexion dark, hair dark brown, slight moustache dark, eyes dark, shows his teeth when talking; dress, brown check suit, or wearing an old shooting jacket. A native of Hampshire. Has served in the Hampshire Regiment and in possession of discharge papers. Calls on Army officers. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. House, Wincanton. 49 — Bridgwater ( Borough).— For stealing from a hotel, 20th inst., a silver geneva watch, " R. Washer, 1896" engraved inside case; 1 heavy silver curb pattern chain ; 1 silver seal, green and red stones; 1 gold pendant, " B. F. C, Somerset County Cup, 1909, E. Washer" engraved thereon; 1 dalk brown cap; 1 pair blue overalls — WILLIAM BASSETT, age 19 or 20, height 5 ft., stiff build, complexion and hair dark, eyes dark brown, end of right thumb missing, part of nail left thumb missing; dress, light coat and vest, blue trousers, old brown boots ( blacked), the stolen cap. Has been travelling the country with a showman and roundabout pro- prietor, may seek similar employment. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Bridgwater. S TA FFORDSHIRE. 50.- Burslem ( County).— For stealing £ 2 9s. from his lodgings, 19 th inst.— DOUGLAS MOUNTAIN, age 25 to 30, height 5 ft. 1 or 2 ins., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, speaks quickly, tattooed left forearm; dre3s, black suit, short jacket, bright green knitted tie, black hard hat, button boots. State 1 he was a canvasser for a firm of pub- lishers. Warrant issued. 51 .— Burslem ( County).— For obtaining food and lodging ~ by false pretences, between 24th ult. and lst inst.— JOSEPH CASEWELL, alios ROBERT HARGREAYES, PRITCHARD, GAY- TON, CRESWELL and GRANT, age 42, height 5 ft. 11 ins., complexion fresh, hair and eyes brown, defective sight, mole right cheek, two slight cut marks on forehead; dress, dark jacket and vest, moleskin trousers, scarf, cap, and clogs. A pit sinker. Supposed a native of Ilkeston, Lanes. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Supt. Hicklin, Burslem. 52.— Lichfield ( County).— For stealing from his lodgings, 16th inst., a dark grey tweed coat, bone buttons to match ; 1 pair light grey tweed knickers, faint green check, tight at knees; and 3s.— ARTHUR WARRENDER, age about 27, height about 5 ft. 6 in., complexion ruddy, hair ( very thin) light, eyes blue; dress, dark trousers and vest with black and grey stripes, cap, and supposed the stolen coat, black tie with pin, thin silver chain with small drop as pendant, lace boots. Stated he was a post office clerk trans- ferred to Lichfield, and that he was a native of Cheltenham. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Oakden, Lichfield. 53.— N ewe a st I e ~ u n der - Lym e ( Borough).— For obtaining £ 1 by false pretences— W. LUCAS, age 34, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., slight build, complexion fresh, thin features, hair and moustache dark, waxed at ends, prominent nose. Identical with man, Case No. 18, 3rd inst. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Newcastle- under- Lyme. SUFFOLK ( East). 54.— Ipswich ( Borough).— For failing to report — Licence- holder WILLIAM BEVAN, alias PERRY, NAYLOR, MILLER and JARVIS, Office No. 530- 02, age 53, height 5 ft. 5£ in., complexion sallow, hair dark brown ( turning grey), eyes dark grey, scar under and over right eye, blue mark right cheek; dress, dark suit, straw hat. Hawks shuttles which he carries in small bag. Native of Ingatestone. Sentenced at Maidstone Quarter Sessions, 19th October, 1905, to 5 years penal servitude for false pretences. Licensed 24th July last. W. f. 219. May be dealt with where found. Information to the Chief Constable, Ipswich. SUSSEX ( East). 55.— Lewes ( County).— For stealing £ 2 10s. at Glynde, 4th inst.— GEORGE STURGEON, age 25, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion and hair dark, eyes dark brown, short- sighted ; dress, greenish check suit, grey cap, old boots. A carter or farm labourer. Warrant issued. 56.— Lewes ( County).— For obtaining £ 5 by false pretences, 28th ult.— RONALD S. THOMAS, age 25 to 30, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes dark, clean shaved; dress, navy blue suit. He obtained the above amount by presenting a cheque drawn on the London and Provincial Bank, Lee, Kent, made out on a cheque form in use at the Carlton Hotel, London, which was returned marked " no account." He was travelling in a motor car. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Vine, Lewes. 57.— Eastbourne ( Borough).— For obtaining food and lodgings by false pretences, between 28th ult. and 11th inst— HAROLD SCOTT, age about 30 ( looks younger), height about 5 ft. 8 in., slight build, hair dark brown ( small frizzy curls), clean shaved, high forehead, North Country accent; dress, brown Norfolk suit ( jacket and trousers), green cloth cap. A violinist. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Eastbourne. WARWICKSHIRE. 58— Birmingham ( City).— For stealing antique pottery and china— GEORGE STEPHEN- SON, age 40 to 45, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., com- plexion bronzed, hair ( curly) dark brown, moustache dark; dress, dark suit, sometimes wears a fancy vest. A patent agent. Until recently he was a member of a firm of patent agents and consulting engineers, London, and was adjudicated a bankrupt on 9th inst. He calls on tradesmen, selects articles to show his wife whom he states is an invalid, gives a cheque on the Bloomsbury Branch of Lloyds Bank, which is ultimately returned marked " no account." He disposes of the articles to dealers. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. 59.— Birmingham ( City).— For embezzling £ 23 14s. 5d, and forgery— PERCY JAMES CROW, age 42, height 5 ft. 10 in., complexion fresh, round face, hair ( turning grey) dark brown, moustache light brown, eyes grey, walks erect, of smart appearance ; dress, dark coat and trousers, dark fancy vest with small green spots, small pearl buttons, black hard hat. A licensed victualler, native of Great Yarmouth. Absconded 6th ult. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, Birmingham. 60 — Leamington ( Borough).— Fox stealing ( trick), a brown Gladstone bag, about 24 in. by 18 in 2 straps, containing 2 blue serge suits; 1 pair white flannel trousers; 1 Norfolk suit, Harris tweed, green- ish white mixture; 2 sets of drab vests and pants • 2 pairs fancy socks; 10 double collars, 15\ by 2j| " F. A. Vallender " in ink thereon ; 1 leather boating belt with buckle; 3 handkerchiefs; 1 brush— F. E HOWARD, age about 30, height about 5 ft. 7 in. thick set, complexion pale, short neck, hair dark' clean shaved, north country accent, quiet manner' dress, black jacket suit, straw hat, brown Derby boots, plain ring on one finger. He stayed at the same hotel at Oxford as the owner of the bag, on whom he forced his company, and obtained a know- ledge of his business and movements. On 30th ult., the owner forwarded the bag to Stratford- on- Avon by an earlier train than he intended to travel by, Howard accompanied him to the station when deposit- ing the bag, afterwards left the owner some distance from the station, to where he returned, booked to this town, and obtained possession by representing that he was the owner. 61— Leamington ( Borough).— For house- breaking and stealing, between 27th July last and 7th inst., a plated Queen Anne hot- water jug; 1 silver caddy spoon; 1 black American cloth dress basket, " M. S." painted on end; a quantity of coins, including 4d. pieces, Jubilee and old copper ; 1 light grey tweed suit; 1 dark mixture tweed suit; 1 black jacket and vest; 1 brown jacket and trousers; 1 grey tweed Norfolk jacket; 2 pairs tweed golf knickers; 6 pairs trousers; 2 merino under vests; and 2 new calico combinations. The clothing would fit a man about 5 ft. 8 in., makers " Thomas & Coles, Leamington." May have " Southwick" written on cloth and stitched inside pocket or sleeve. Other articles stolen from same house have been recovered, sold at Warwick and pledged at Bir- mingham.— JOSEPH SAMUEL BROOKS, alios GEORGE HUNT, Office No. 379- 02, Case No. 121, 27th ult., age 30, height 5 ft. 2 in., complexion fair, hair and moustache brown, eyes grey, " TRUE LOVE," bird, letter and " FANNY," & c., left fore- arm, 6 stars between left thumb and finger; dress, navy blue suit. A native of Leamington. Information to the Chief Constable, Leamington. WORCES TERSHIRE. 62.— Dudley ( Borough).— For obtaining £ 1 by false pretences at Netherton 15th inst.— CHARLES CARTER, age 25 to 30, height about 5 ft. 7 in., complexion and hair ( curly at back) dark, moustache dark brown ( curled at ends), 2 front upper teeth prominent; dress, blue Melton overcoat, light trousers ( short), and cap. He called on the pro- prietor of a second- hand clothes shop, stated that he travelled for his father, Dale End, Birmingham, an auctioneer, and would send a bale of new and second- hand clothes for £ 1, showing at the time some pieces of shirting which he carried in his pocket. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Supt. Speke, Dudley. YORKSHIRE ( North Riding). 63.— Scarborough ( Borough).— For obtain- ing £ 19 10s. by a worthless cheque, 19th July last— GEORGE MARRIOTT WESSON, alias GREY, age 40 to 45, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion fresh, hair ( cut short) brown, clean shaved, eyes blue, prominent nose, impediment in speech, addicted to drink; dress, dark grey knicker suit, grey cap, brown boots. The cheque was from a book he stole at Southend- on- Sea during April last. A native of Nottingham. Associates with prostitutes. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Scarborough. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 64. — Keighley ( County). — Jor failing to observe the conditions of recognizance under the Probation of Offenders Act— MAURICE HENRY TURNER, age 25, height 5 ft. 3 in., complexion sallow, hair dark brown, eyes hazel, cut scar left forearm. A native of Staffordshire. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Tebbutt, Court House, Keighley. 65 — Todmorden ( County).- For stealing. 13th inst., a silver English lever watch, No. 728- A No. 96 scratched inside of outer case, going barrel, white dial, gold hands. The " Triumph Lever " on cap — A MAN, age about 40, height about 5 ft. 8 in., complexion pale, rather high cheek bones, hair dark; dress, dark jacket and cap, moleskin trousers. Ap- pearance of an ironworker. Information to Supt. Hollis, Todmorden. 66— York ( City).— JAMES CROANE, Office No. 125- 5- 01, Case No. 34, 7 th May, and Tabular Form, 4th June, 1909, not now wanted, the licence- holder having reported. 67 - York ( City).— GEORGE BLAKE, Office No. 1949- 04, Case No. 47, 3rd inst., not now wanted, he having reported. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 1909. THE POLICE GAZETTE. 5 1- PERSONS IN CUSTODY. CHESHIRE. gg_ Crewe ( County).— Remanded till 28th inst., charged with obtaining charitable contributions by fraud— DAVID DANIELS, age 27, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion sallow, hair black ( curly), eyes brown, cut mark over left eye, burn mark left elbow, wearing clerical attire. In possession of a letter purporting to be signed by Mar Shimon, Patriarch of the Chaldeans of the East, asking for subscriptions for their churches and schools. A native of Turkey. Information to Supt. Pearson, Crewe. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 69.— Cheltenham ( County).— Committed for trial at ensuing Quarter Sessions for stealing a clock — THOMAS DAVIS, alias GEORGE EDWARDS, Office No. 1220- 04, age 36, height 5 ft. 4 in., com- plexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes brown, lost part 1st, 2nd and 3rd left fingers_. A native of Birming- ham. Has been convicted " at Llandovery, Thirsk, March, Ironbridge, Fenny Stratford, Nuneaton, and London. Believed to be wanted elsewhere. Information to Supt. Hopkins, Cheltenham. 5 TA FFORDSHIRE. 70 — Wednesbury ( County).— In custody charged with housebreaking and stealing a 9- ct. gold albert chain, ordinary links, 14th inst.— ALFRED HAMMOND, age 25, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion and hair dark, eyes hazel, fingers on both hands slightly deformed; dress, dark brown tweed suit, light cap, brown lace boots. States he is a native of Shoreditch, London. Supposed previously con- victed. Information to Supt. Salt, Wednesbury. SURREY. 71.— Chertsey ( County).— Committed for trial at Surrey Quarter Sessions, 19th prox., for burglary — Supervisee CHARLES BROOKES, alias COOKES and JULIUS COLANBERG, Office No. 298- 09, Case No. 68, 10th inst., age 30, height 5 ft. 8 in., com- plexion fresh, hair light brown ( thin), eyes blue, anchor left hand. A painter, native of U. S. A. 72.— Chertsey ( County).— Committed for trial at Quarter Sessions, 19th prox., charged with burglary ( see Case No. 68, 10th inst.)— CHARLES WERNER, alias VALENTIN LEUSCHEN, age 27, height 5 ft. 7f ins., complexion and eyes dark, hair and moustache black, narrow forehead, large scar left cheek, hair mole right shoulder, scar left knee, left thumb joint and right forefinger, right little finger slightly deformed. A cabinet maker, native of Rhein- back, Prussia. Information to Supt. Hackman, Chertsey. WILTSHIRE. 73.— Salisbury ( City).— Remanded till 27th inst., charged with attempted sacrilege— WILLIAM SMITH ( supposed false), age 45, height 5 ft. 8£ in., hair ( thin on top) dark, turning grey, moustache auburn, eyes grey, teeth much discoloured, left leg shorter than right; dress, grey mixture overcoat, nearly new, with black stripes, 2- in. cuffs, grey and green mixture coat and vest, " Baker & Co.' s Stores, London," on tab, blue serge trousers, green tie, cream colour muffler, black bowler hat, light lace boots, carried a silver- mounted partridge cane. States he is a musician, but has been employed as a cook and nurse. Found in his possession a metal keyless watch, American make, metal dial; rolled gold albert; black vulcanite fountain pen, " Mordan, London," thereon; 1 surgical thermometer, " Boots, Cash Chemists," thereon, in nickel case; 1 new black leather wallet, small pockets ; 1 light brown leather cigar case, " Imperial English make" thereon; 1 black oxidised cigarette case set turquoise; 1 small spring pocket book, silver covers, crest and " Domine Dirige Nos " on outside ; 1 nickel plated soap box; 1 black folding reading glass with 3 lens; 1 Kropp razor in case; 1 black strop ; 1 pair pince- nez, long thin gold coloured chain attached, in black leather case; 1 patent nickel plated pipe cleaner ; 1 silver match box; 2 white handkerchiefs, green borders. Supposed wanted elsewhere. Photograph can be seen on application. Iuformation to the Chief Constable, Salisbury. PROPERTY STOLEN. rubber pedals, steel mud- guards both wheels, rim front brake, Eadie Coaster hub, Brooks' saddle, both spiral springs of back broken, tied with string, lamp, old Lucas bell, curved handle- bars— by A MAN, age 22, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in. ; wearing light clothes. He rode into Beaconsfield on a tandem bicycle, accom- panied by another man, after which one rode the tandem, the other the stolen bicycle, in the direction : of London. Information to Supt. Trevener, Chesham. CHESHIRE. 75.— Hazel Grove ( County).— Between 3rd and 13th inst., at Bredbury, 3 squares, 1 in., 2 in., and 5 in., bevelled; 1 pair 4- in. inside callipers; 1 pair 4- in. outside do.; 2 6- in. steel rules; 3 12- in. do.; 1 combination set of fitter's tools; 1 pair 4- in. callipers ; 2 3- in. " thickness" gauges; 1 set " Columbus " gauges, 6 in. long; 1 4- in. steel rule; 1 1- in. micro- meter, maker Slocomb. Information to Supt. Dutton, Hazel Grove. DURHAM. 76.— Durham ( County).— Between 4th and 6th inst. at Willington, 3 silver lever watches, Nos. 15297, 72654, and 718.5; 2 lady's gold watches, ^ Nos. 9211 and 335927; 3 lady's 9- ct. gold watches; 5 rolled- gold watches ; 8 white metal watches; 14 gun metal watches, oxidised; 13 white metal railway lever watches, C. W. S.; 3 metal watches, " Auto " on dials ; 4 9- ct. gold necklets, Nos. 1281, 61, 42, and 31; 2 9- ct. gold curb alberts; 23 rolled- gold alberts; 3 silver curb do.; 1 metal do.; 5 9- ct. gold medals, Nos. 884, 885, 865, 866, and 867; 16 silver medals, some bearing Lord Roberts, others General Baden Powell; 4 gold- plated medals, imitation sovereigns ; | 5 silver medals with curb seals; 12 do.; 2 9- ct. gold brooches; 3 rolled- gold keeper rings; 2 9- ct. gold signet rings; 11 rolled- gold signet rings; 8 lady's 9- ct. gold dress rings ; 7 do. gold- plated do.; 8 rolled- gold do.; 3 lady's 9- ct. gold keeper rings; 3 do. wire rings, 2 hearts; 9 do. do., 1 heart; 12 pairs gold- plated links; 3 silver- mounted pipes in cases, briar heads and glass shanks; 6 plain briar pipes, black mouthpieces. Information to the Chief Constable, County Con- stabulary, Durham. KENT. 83— Tunbridge Wells ( Borough). 15th inst., a new Royal Enfield bicycle, high grade, model : Riche, nearly full size, black enamelled, gold lines, 3- speed gear, upturned handle- bars with black grips, Dunlop tyres, rubber pedals, black tin gear case, small black carrier at back, No. believed 177804. Information to the Chief Constable, Tunbridge Wells. ESSEX. 77.- Southend- on- Sea ( County).— 21st inst., at Westcliff, a bicycle, 28- in. frame, black enamelled 28- in. wheels, B. S. A. frame and fittings, new Eadie coaster hub back wheel, Cambridge front tyre ( 3 repair bands), North Road upturned handle- bars, Crabbe front rim brake, Middlemore saddle, celluloid pump, steel mud- guards, plating worn off. Information to Supt. Pryke, Southend- on- Sea, GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 78— Bristol ( City). — 20th inst., a black enamelled Triumph motor bicycle, No. 93778, identification plate No. F. B. 129 on front and rear, 3 h. p., aluminium colour tank, front rim brake, back pedalling do., Clincher tyres ( back slightly burst near rim) large saddle, green grips on handle- bars, Triumph , parcel carrier and stand on back. Information to the Chief Constable, Bristol. BUCKINGHA MS HIRE. 74— Chesham ( County). — 16th inst., at aeaconsfield, a Royal Winchester bicycle, supposed 1118, black enamelled, red lines, " Royal Win- chester" transfer on front, 26 in. frame, 28 in. wheels, lg in. Palmer tyres, plated rims and spokes, HAMPSHIRE. 79.— Alton ( County).— 15th inst., at Bordon Camp, a Bradford bicycle, 25 in. frame, enamelled black, blue and gold lines, curved handle- bars, rat- trap pedals, plated rims, transfer on head " J. B. Parkes, The Bradford, Birmingham "— by A MAN, age about 21, height 5 ft. 1 or 2 ins., complexion and hair dark; dress, dark suit, " Daily Mail " in white letters on coat collar, dark green cap, lace boots. Information to Supt. Reuben, Alton. 80.— Gosport ( County).— 17th inst., a very fine link gold albert; 1 lady's silver geneva watch, old and out of repair ; 1 Kruger shilling brooch ; 1 gold- faced sleeve link ( chased). Information to Supt. Cottle, Gosport. 81 — Winchester ( City)— 11th inst., a free- wheel bicycle, The Albion, black enamelled, gold lines, usual parts plated, transfer on head and back mud- guard, " The Albion, and sole makers, Gale and Verrall, Winchester," surrounding a City of Win- chester crest, 24 in. frame, 28 in. wheels, Dunlop tyres, rat- trap pedals, gear 74, flat handle- bars, dark green celluloid grips, 2 roller brakes, very pointed saddle, Rotary bell attached. Information to the Head Constable, Winchester. 82.— Southampton ( Borough).— 19th inst. by housebreaking, a lady's single- stone diamond ring, large stone, claw setting; 1 amethyst pendant, heart shape, small pearls around edge; 1 lady's very fine gold neck chain, long and small links alternately, round gold locket attached; 4 strings of imitation pearls; 1 gold nugget; 1 small gold heart- shape charm, diamond in centre; 1 large heavy gold seal, flat stone one end; 1 lady's silver watch, chased back, white dial, black hands ; 2 plain silver bangles. Information to the Chief Constable, Southampton. LINCOLNSHIRE. 84.— Epworth ( County).— 16th inst., at Haxey Railway Station, a New Hudson bicycle, enamelled green, gold lined, North Road handle- bars, Dunlop tyres, rat- trap pedals, steel toe- clips, celluloid mud- guards, free wheel, back pedalling brake, acetylene lamp on top bracket, black oil lamp on front wheel axle, Westminster chime bell, tool bag containing 2 , spanners and oil feeder, black Bluemel pump fastened to back stay, " New Hudson's Cycle Co., Birmingham," on brass plate rivetted on head, No. 13170 on seat tube. Information to Supt. Spofforth, Epworth. 5 TA FFORDSHIRE. 85— Wednesbury ( County).— 11th inst., from the sub- post office at Ocker Hill, Tipton, a j wash- leather purse containing £ 28, and a £ 5 Bank of England note, No. 67046, issued 1st April, 1908, London. Information to Supt. Salt, Wednesbury. SUFFOLK ( East). 86.— Lowestoft ( County).— Between 18th and 20th inst., by shopbreaking ( false keys), an open cheque, dated 16th inst., on the London and Pro- vincial Bank, Cromwell Road, South Kensington, for £ 5 15s. 3d., drawn by G. E. Russell, payable to Miss Blaxcell, endorsed H. Blaxcell on back; I and £ 15. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Lowestoft. SURREY. 87.— Reigate ( Borough).— 16th inst., a Gloria bicycle, No. 25279, enamelled black, lined red, free wheel, 26 in. frame, two inserted lever brakes, cork blocks on pedals, 26 in. wheels, plated rims, Palmer tyres, lamp, bell, and tool bag containing cycle lock, tools and repair outfit. Transfer on head " Gloria Cycle Co., Coventry." Information to the Head Constable, Reigate. SUSSEX ( East). 88.— Bexhill ( County).— 20th inst., a large amethyst brooch, set in gold; 1 amethyst ring, 5 ; very dark stones, old gold setting; 1 old paste j diamond and silver brooch; 1 opal ring; 1 gold curb bracelet; 1 fine long gold chain with heart shaped pendant containing hair ; 1 gold cross, set pearls, gold chain attached; 1 gold ring, set turquoise; 1 old- fashioned large gold brooch, set turquoise; 1 set of ancient filigree brooches and pins, set small rubies, pearls and other stones ; 1 brawn leather jewel case containing 1 large old- fashioned gold brooch with miniature of a clergyman, oval; 1 red coral and gold bracelet, with gold and coral pendant; 2 crescent- shape moonstone brooches set in gold; 2 gold and turquoise brooches ( lover's knot); 1 swallow- shape diamond brooch, in fawn leather case ; 1 old- fashioned heavy silver bracelet, set 5 cairngorm stones ; 1 small purse with silver corners, containing a half- sovereign and some silver.— Suspicion is attached to A MAN, age about 30, slight build, hair and slight moustache dark; appearance of a plumber, wearing blue overall trousers. Information to Supt. Bristow, Bexhill. 89.— Lewes ( County).— 19th inst., at Seaford, a ' green morocco dressing bag, 21 in. by 18 in., gilt initials " E. A." thereon, hammered gilt fittings and ivory backs to brushes, initials " E. A." ( some cf the fittings are missing), containing a diamond collar on black velvet; 1 round diamond brooch, large yellow diamond in centre; 1 large bracelet, consisting of 5 diamond balls surrounded by small emeralds, balls connected by narrow platinum bars studded with small emeralds; 1 3- stone diamond ring; 1 large fancy diamond ring; 1 square emerald ring surrounded by small diamonds; 1 diamond bar brooch; 1 diamond and ruby brooch ; 1 do., octagon shape; 1 pair rough gold links, set alternately with small diamonds and turquoise; and 2 small pearl studs. Information to Supt. Vine, Lewes. WORCES TERSHIRE. 90. Bromsgrove ( County).— 21st inst., a safety bicycle, " Renovated by A. Dipple & Co.," Lion make, 22- in. frame, 2 Bowden brakes, Hyde free wheel, Dunlop tyres, rubber pedals, curved handle- bars, black enamelled, plated rims, rustless spokes, National saddle, black celluloid grips, black mud- guards, plated pump. Information to Supt. Beal, Bromsgrove. 6 PROPERTY FOUND. APPREHENSIONS. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 91.— Cheltenham ( County).— Left at a house at Bishop's Cleeve, 28th July last, a bicycle, " Reynold's Turbine" on down tube, No. 9631, plated rims, green enamelled, gold lines, 26- in. frame, dropped handle- bars, inverted lever brakes, Palmer roadster tyres, rubber pedals, Grosvenor saddle No. 100, lamp, bell, plated pump and tool- bag attached— by A MAN, age about 22, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in, complexion fresh, hair brown, moustache dark brown; dress, grey suit, black cap. Left at a house at Bishop's Cleeve, 7th inst, a Triumph bicycle, free- wheel, 26 in. frame, No. 66072 stamped on bottom bracket, upturned handle- bars, green celluloid grips, inverted lever brakes, black enamelled, usual parts plated, rubber pedals, Palmer - roadster tyres, De Luxe saddle, bell, tool- bag con- taining 4 spanners, and parcel carrier over back wheel— by A MAN age 24 to 25, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in.; dress, grey suit and cap. Stated he rode from Birmingham. Left at a house at Dumbleton, 14th inst, a Royal Enfield bicycle, No. 146852, upturned handle- bars, black grips, red rims, roller rim brakes, 26 in. frame, free- wheel, Doughty patent process tyres, plated rims and handle- bars, celluloid pump— by A MAN, age about 18; dress, dark cycling suit, stockings, and cap. All supposed stolen. Information to Supt. Hopkins, Cheltenham. 95 — Berkshire, Newbury ( County).— ARTHUR EDWARD SMITH, Office No. 506- 06, Case No. 3, 17th inst. 96.— Cheshire, Haze! Crove ( County). — EDWARD THORNLEY, Case No. 13, 16th July last, and property recovered. '•' 7. Cheshire, Liscard ( County). — JAMES BURGESS, Case No. 13, 20th ult. 98.— Gloucestershire, Northleach ( County).— WILLIAM HOLLIDAY, Case No. 18, 25th June last. 99.— Gloucestershire, Bristol ( City). — JESSE SHUBERT, Case No. 14, 27th ult. 100.— Lancashire, Bury ( County).— GEORGE HALL, Case No. 30, 1st May, 1908. 101.— Somersetshire, Bridgwater ( County).— SUSAN WILKINS, Case No. 44, 17th inst, at Taunton. 102 — Warwickshire, Birmingham ( City).— HARRY WHEELER, Office No. 1280- 05, Case No. 47, 10th inst. 103— Yorkshire ( North Riding), Northallerton ( County).— EDWARD GREEN- WOOD, Office No. 152- 02, Case No. 38, 30th October, and Tabular Form, 6th November, 1908, at Bradford, for begging. LATEST INFORMATION. PROPERTY RECOVERED. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. CHESHIRE. 92.— Hazel Grove ( County).— Micrometer, & c. Case No. 70, 27th ult, squares, & c. Case No. 67, 17th inst, and thieves arrested. ANIMALS, & c., STOLEN. RADNORSHIRE. M.— Llandrindod Wells ( County).— 20th inst, from a field, a dark chestnut hackney horse, 2 years, 15 hands, white star on face, 1 white fetlock, tail drawn short, shod all round; 1 saddle, bright stirrups attached; 1 bridle, bright snaffle bit. Suspicion is attached to A MAN, age about 30, height 6 ft, slight build, complexion fresh, hair ( bald) and moustache brown, eyes grey, 2 front teeth missing; dress, grey jacket, vest and cap, new broad ribbed cord breeches and leggings ( leather straps round tops). A farm labourer. Information to the Chief Constable, Llandrindod Wells, Radnorshire. PERSONS or BODIES FOUND, GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 94.— Staple Hill ( County). — 21st inst, drowned at Stoke Gifford— the body of A MAN, age about 40, length 5 ft. 10 in, stout build, com- plexion fresh, hair and moustache dark brown, eyes grey; dress, black coat and vest, cord trousers ( patched at both knees), black bowler hat, white silk muffler, heavy lace boots, blue flannel shirt, white flannel under shirt, buff leather belt. Carried a bundle containing 2 shirts ; appearance of a navvy. Photograph can be seen on application. Information to Supt. Cooke, Staple Hill. ME TR O POL ITA N POLICE DIS TRIG T 104.— N Division.— For stealing ( by trick) 3 ! £ 1 Postal Orders— A MAN, age 35, height 5 ft. 7 in, complexion dark, supposed clean shaved ; dress, blue serge suit, panama hat, had with him a bicycle. For modus operandi see Case No. 28, 17th inst, but in this case a cheque was not tendered, stated he had sufficient money, and left to fetch same. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. HER TFORDSHIRE. 105 — St. Albans ( City).— For obtaining, by false pretences, 22nd inst, a dark red leather oblong dressing case, about 15 in. long, containing hair brush, razor, strop, & c. ; 1 do. fitted in a similar manner; 1 dark green do.— A MAN, age 18 or 19, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in, complexion rather pale, hair dark. He called on a tradesman and asked for the goods to be taken on approval to a lady who was unable to get out to make the purchase, received the cases and decamped. Warrant issued. Information to the Head Constable, St. Albans. LANCASHIRE. 106.— Sal ford ( Borough).— For failing to report — Licence- holder JOHN RYAN, Office No. 1494- 09, age 38, height 5 ft. 9^ in, complexion fresh, hair brown ( bald in front), eyes grey, large lump right side of neck, sailor and flag right forearm, woman and gate left forearm. A native of Thurles, Tipperary. Sentenced at Cork Assizes 11th Decem- ber, 1905, to 5 years penal servitude for assault and robbery. Licensed 9th August last. D. 621. Information to the Chief Constable, Salford. STAFFORDSHIRE. 107.— Longton ( County).— On commitment warrant for non- payment of £ 5 7s. 6d, fines and costs imposed under the Poaching Prevention Act and obstructing the police— RICHARD ARROWSMITH, age 43, height 5 ft. 6£ in, rather stout build, com- plexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes hazel, tree, pot, wreath, leaves, pilot and flag left forearm. A notorious poacher, supposed a native of Kidder- minster. 108.— Longton ( County).— For stealing ( bailee) 7s. 6d, and obtaining money by false pretences— HENRY ASKEY, age 36, height 5 ft. 7 in, com- plexion fresh, hair and moustache brown, eyes hazel. A debt collector, formerly an insurance agent. Native of Fenton. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Grove, Longton. 109.— Tettenhall ( County).— For bigamy at Wednesfield, 27th November, 1898 — JOSEPH POINTON, alias HILL, age 37, height about 5 ft. 4 in, stout build, complexion very fresh, hair and moustache very light, eyes blue; dress, black coat and vest, brown cord trousers, dark cap, heavy lace boots. A carter or labourer. Supposed a native of Longton. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Robotham, Tettenhall. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. BUG KING HA MS HI RE. 110.— Aylesbury ( County).— Remanded till 27th inst, charged with larceny — CHARLES MOULES, alias GEORGE MILLS and WILLIAM GEORGE MOULES, Office No. 1872- 08, age 29, height 5 ft. ins, complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes hazel. A native of London. JOSEPH O'HALLORAN, alias JAMES SMITH, Office No. S- 107247, age 23, height 5 ft. in, complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, bullet wound left knee, tattooed both forearms. A native of Manchester. Supposed wanted elsewhere. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Aylesbury. MONTGOMERYSHIRE. 111.— Newtown ( County).— Charged with housebreaking— JOSEPH SMURTHWAITE, age 39, height 5 ft. 7 in, complexion sallow, hair dark brown, eyes grey. A bricklayer, native of Newcastle- on- Tyne. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Newtown. PERSONS or BODIES FOUND. KENT. 112.— Dartford ( County).— 20th inst, wander- ing, since certified insane and removed to Barming Asylum— ALFRED FLETCHER, age 53, height 5 ft. 4 ins, complexion dark, hair ( bald pn top) turning grey, and eyes brown; dress, dark brown striped suit, green cap, low collar, lace boots. Information to Supt. Poole, Dartford. APPREHENSIONS. 113 — Hertfordshire, Hitchin ( County). — GEORGE DOBBS, Office No. S. 38651, " Case No. 16, 16th April, 1909. Charge dismissed, and Dobbs was handed over to escort, see Case No. 20, 9th March last. 114 — Lancashire, Southport ( Borough). — WILLIAM STEPHENS, Office No. 1479- 99, Case No. 96, 22nd May, and Tabular Form 4th June, 1908, and remanded till 27th inst. for coining. List of Licence Holders, Supervisees, Expirees, who have been re- apprehended, for the week ending Sept. 18th, 1909, with the result, & c. Division concerned. K, A. K. A, L. Y. II. K, H. N, Y. a, H. G, Y. I', W. X. p. G. Office No. NAME. Sentence. Date and Place. Fresh Offence with which charged. Re- convicted in Name of Name and Division of Officer. 829— 04 ; 1508— 99 2210— 01 147— 03 1556- 03 364— 09 224— 05 752- 06 2835— 02 4- o: 2754— 00 BARLOW, FRED BILLINGS, WALTER BROOKS, ALBERT CLEMENTS, GEORGE DUXBURY, JOSEPH DYE, JAMES FRENCH, GEORGE JACKSON, JOSEPH WARD JACKSON, THOMAS ' 2 JOHNSON, EDWARD JOHNSON, SWIFT ED 1705— 02 86— 09 1355— 02 SMITH, GEORGE STUTTER, WM. TAYLOR, FREDK. 1 month h. l. 9 months h. l. 14 days b. l. 12 months h. l. 18 months h. l. 18 months h. l. 4 months h. l. 1 years p. a. 5 years p. a. 4 months h. l. 1 month h. l. 12 months h. l. Licence forfeited 6 months 20th Sept, Bow Street P. Ct. 15th Sept, C. C. Ct. 13th Sept., Aldershot P. Ct. 9th Sept, C. C. Ct. 7tli Sept, London Co. Sess. 8th Sept., C. C. Ct. 13th Sept, C. C. Ct. 13th Sept, C. C. Ct. 13th Sept, C. C. Ct. 18th Sept, ClerkenwellP. Ct. 14th Sept, South Western P. Ct. 13th Sept, C. C. Ct. 5th Aug, Aldershot P. Ct. 8th Sept, C. C. Ct. Wilful damage Libel Refractory pauper Demanding money by menac « s Larceny Coining Uttering base coin Horse stealing Robbery On enclosed premises Begging Larceny ( dwelling) Failing to report Stealing horse & van Same Name Same Name Same Name JAMES COOPER Same Name Same Name Same Name Same Name Same Name JOHN FRANCESCA JOHN JOHNSON JACK WOOD Same Name Same Name P. C. Palmer, 450 A, and P. C. Bishop, C. I. D, E. P. S. Budge, C. I. D, E, and P. S. Sharpe, C. I. D, W. P. C. Hubbard and P. S. Page, C. I. D, Y. P. C. Calford, 127 H, and P. S. Jackman, 33 J. P. S. Richardson and P. S. Leeson, C. I. D, H. P. C. Andrews, 107 G, and P. S. Garrard, C. I. D, G. P. S. Caselton, C. I. D, N, and P. S. Powell, C. I. D, Y. P. C. Greenfield, 214 H, and P. S. Mcdcalf, 40 M. P. C. Stevens, 67 G, and P. C. Ranscombe, 284 G. P. C. Hobday, 131 V, and P. S. Sharpe, C. I. D, W. P. C. Dicks, 162 Y. P. C. Williams, 335 C. P. LOJIJON : PRINTED FOR His MAJESTY'S STATIONERY OFFICE BY HARRISON OD SEN, BT. MARTIN'S LJHE, W. O., PRINTERS IN ORDINART TO His MAJESTY.