POLICE GAZETTE PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 1909. VOL. XXVI., No. 2702. 1. All communications for insertion in the POLICE GAZETTE, and all communications relating to them, should be addressed to THB EDITOB OF THE POLICE GAZETTE, NEW SCOTLAND YAED, 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 reward is offered, the name and address of some person responsible for the payment must be given, and the exact conditions must be clearly stated. 6 Portraits of persons whose apprehension is sought for serious offences 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, as 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 * act, 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 within the United Kingdom. THE EDITOB, New Scotland Yard, London, S. W. SPECIAL NOTICES. DISTRIBUTION OF THE " POLICE GAZETTE." The attention of Chief Constables is called to the following, with regard to the re- transmission of copies of the POLICE GAZETTE :— " Postage should be prepaid at the ordinary rate for printed matter on all copies of this GAZETTE sent by post within the United King- dom, except such as are despatched in proper course from a Metropolitan Goverment Office, or from the Publishing Office of the GAZETTE. Copies sent abroad should be prepaid at the rate of a halfpenny for every two ounces." FINGER PRINTS. UNDER the existing arrangements the finger impressions will be taken, and recorded at the Finger Print Department, Convict Supervision Office, New Scotland Yard, of all persons convicted as follows:— ( a) All persons coming within Sections 5, 7, or 8 of the Prevention of Crimes Act, 1871. ( 5) All persons, at Assizes or Quarter Sessions, sentenced to not less than one month's imprison- ment, without option of a fine, for any of the oflences shown below, ( e) All persons, at Petty Sessional, Police, or Stipendiary Magistrate's Court, sentenced to more than one month's imprisonment, without option of a fine, for any of the following offences:— Aliens ( Sec. 3 Aliens Act of 1905). Arson. Assaults with intent to rob. Attempted burglary. Attempted larceny. Attempts to break into churches, houses, shops, warehouses, & c. Attempts to obtain goods and money by false pretences. Bankruptcy offences. Being found on enclosed premises. Breaking into churches, houses, shops, warehouses, & c. Burglary. Cattle stealing. Coining. Conspiracies of all descriptions. Embezzlement. Entering with intent to commit a felony. Extortion by threats. Felonious wounding. Forgery. Fraud. Frequenting. Horse- stealing. Housebreaking. Importuning male persons to commit un- natural offences ( Vagrancy Act, 1898, Sec. 1, par. b). Indecent assault on female. Larceny. Mental degenerates. Obtaining goods and money by false pre- tences. Possessing housebreaking tools. Procuration of women and girls. Prostitution, living on proceeds of ( Vagrancy Act, 1898, Sec. 1, para. a). Receiving. Robbery. Sacrilege. Sheep stealing. Shopbreaking. Suspected person. Unlawful possession. Uttering counterfeit coin. Warehouse- breaking. But all offenders of the first Division, and such of the second Division as have never been previously convicted, are exempted from this order. In order to avoid the retention of useless records in the Finger Print Department, the Registrar of Habitual Criminals would be glad if the Chief Constables of Counties, Cities, and Boroughs, will, in future, notify the death of any criminal who has been finger- printed. The notification should contain the full name and aliases, particulars of conviction or convictions if possible, also the No. published in the list of Habitual Criminals. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT l Convict Supervision Office.— WILLIAM THOMPSON, Office No. 192- 08, Tabular Form, 4th June, 1909, not now wanted. 2.— N Division•— For obtaining a governess car," Potter, maker, Stratford," on wheel caps, painted dark blue, picked out red, white metal mounts, door at back, fastens with spring lock, blue cushions, and 5s., by a worthless cheque, 29th ult.— A MAN ( supposed HAROLD alias LAL ORROCKS), age 26, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes ( slight cast in left) blue, clean shaved, of good address ; wearing green mixture coat, hard felt hat. A horse dealer, native of Barking, Essex. Warrant issued. 3.— X Division.— Pot stealing ( dwelling) £ 5 4s.— JAMES LIONEL HARRIS, age 29, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion sallow, hair black, eyes brown, spread eagle tattooed on chest; dress, brown striped jacket and trousers, brown pepper and salt vest, light tweed cap, brown lace boots, blacked. A professional boxer, native of Newcastle- on- Tyne. Frequents boxing saloons. 4.— x Division.— For stealing ( servant) £ 1 28th September, 1909— HYMAN FRANKS, a Jew; age 37, height 5 ft. 8 in., good build, complexion fair, round face, hair light, moustache ( short) brown, eyes grey, woman tattooed right forearm; dress, brown tweed jacket suit and cap, lace boots. A travelling tailor. 5.— X Division.— For obtaining! £ 34 by false pretences ( horse chanting), 28th ult.— HERBERT WILLIAM WRIGHT, Office No. 59- 03, age 50, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, scar left eyebrow; dress, pepper and salt tweed suit, black hard felt hat. A horse coper, native of Suffolk. May be found occupying stables in provinces, advertising cattle and horses for sale. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. CITY OF LONDON. 6.— For stealing £ 20 6s. 3d., 1 Postal Order for 3s. 6d., and 2 cheques ( 1 for £ 4 17s. 5d., and 1 for £ 3 5s.) — FRED E. PAGE, age 14 years and 11 months ( looks older), height 5 ft., well built, complexion ruddy, hair black, eyes dark brown, of smart appearance; dress, brown jacket and vest, black trousers and cap, green tie. An errand boy, native of London. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Supt. Ottaway, 26, Old Jewry, London, E. C. BERKSHIRE. 7.— Reading { Borough).— For obtaining £ 6 by a worthless cheque, 5th inst.— WILLIAM JOHN KINDER, M. D., age 36 to 40, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion dark, oval face, aquiline nose, clean shaved, well spoken, Irish accent; dress, dark clothes, black hard felt hat, white chamois gloves. He called on a tradesman, presented a cheque, No. X/ A. 139560, on the London City and Midland Bank, 281, High Road, Chiswick, for £ 82 16s., drawn by J. Poore & Son, p. p. G. W. Poore, made payable to " William John Kinder, M. D.," whom he represented to be himself, gave a local address which was false, asked the tradesman to pass the cheque through his bank, obtained £ 6 on account, stating he would call for the balance in a few days. He also called on several other shopkeepers, presented the cheque, and in some cases he was wearing gold- rimmed spectacles, and at others gold- frame pince- nez, which he pro- duced on entering the shop, and which he cleaned and adjusted; has other cheques in his possession on the London and County Bank. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Reading. BRECONSHIRE. 8.— Ystradgynlais { County).— For obtain- ing a suit and mackintosh coat by false pretences, 7th ult— DAVID PHILLIPS, age about 26, height 5 ft. 6 in., slight build, complexion dark, thin features, moustache black; dress, new dark grey suit, black bowler hat, light brown mackintosh with dark 4 THE POLICE GAZETTE. TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 447, 1909. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT—( continued). stripes. A native of Morriston, near Swansea, Stated he was a representative of Lipton's Limited, also a superintendent of the London, Edinburgh and Glasgow Assurance Company. Warrant issued. 9.— Hay ( County).— For stealing, 16th ult., a coat ( recovered)— JAMES WILLIAM BENNETT, age 51, height 5 ft. 6 in., slight build, complexion pale, hair grey, moustache dark grey, eyes blue, cross flags, crown, J. B. right forearm, anchor left " forearm, cat, dog, man and gun on breast; dress, old black coat and vest, old grey trousers, black bowler hat, lace boots. A groom, attends horse shows, races, & c. Previously convicted of larceny at Stone and Kington. See Case No. 18, 4th October, 1907. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Flye, Brecon. OA MBRIDGESHIRE. 10.— Cambridge ( Bwough).— For stealing lst inst. a Centaur bicycle, No. 126903 on top head lug, 26 in. frame, Cambridge tyres, raised handle bars, 2 roller lever brakes— A MAN, age 30 to 35, height about 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fair, hair almost ginger; dress, dark suit, hard felt hat, brown boots, and mackintosh. He produced a card with " Edward Stone, R. P. C., Radcliffe on- Trent," which he is suspected of stealing. Warrant issued. 11.— Cambridge ( Borough).— For stealing 2nd inst. 4 fancy vests— GEORGE BAILEY, alias GEORGE HODSON, age 55 to 60, height 5 ft. 7 in., hair and moustache brown ( turning grey), generally wears glasses; dress, old suit and cap. A bootmaker. Has been convicted at Leicester and Bedford. Absconded 15th inst. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Cambridge. CA RNA R VONS HIRE. 12.— Conway ( County).— For obtaining £ 5 by dishonoured cheques — MARIA ELIZABETH WILLIS, age 31, height 5 ft. 3 in., stout build, complexion fresh, full face, hair dark, of good ap- pearance and address ; dress, long striped green coat, green cap, accompanied by a boy age 5, light curly hair; dress, fawn overcoat, white muffler and cap. A native of Newport, Mon. Supposed wanted in London for similar offences. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Conway. CHESHIRE- 13.— Altrincham ( County). — For embezzle- ment— CHARLESj CHARLOTTE, age 33, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., complexion fair, hair ( inclined to curl) and moustache light brown, end of one finger missing, drowsy appearance, carries his head down- wards; dress, dark grey clothing, hard felt hat. A native of Moreton- on- the- Marsh, Gloucester. May seek employment as an insurance agent or grocer. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Okell, Altrincham. 14.— Crewe ( County).— For obtaining food and lodgings by false pretences, 11th and 12th inst.— DAVID THOMAS, age 26 to 28, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion pale, hair and eyes dark, square chin; dress, brown suit and cap, trousers darker than coat and vest, lady's ring on ( supposed one) left finger, gold coloured watch, steel chain. He stated he was a cable inspector of the National Telephone Company. Had in his possession a bicycle, alu minium rims and frame, crown and name of a Cardiff maker on frame. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Pearson, Crewe. Murder . £ IOO Reward. 15.— Dukinfield ( County).— For murder, lst inst.— A MAN, age 26 to 30, height 5 ft. 6 to 8 in., slight build, complexion pale or sallow, thin features, hair and very slight moustache light; dress, dark serge or tweed clothing, brownish mixture cap, may have cuts on face and hands and blood stains on clothing. Description of a revolver which was taken from him:— Foreign make, 5 chambers, very cheap, silver plated, several indentations left side of barrel, length 6 in., barrel 2 in., trigger spring broken, cap of ramrod missing, small ring at end of stock, takes ' 320 central fire cartridge, " The American Bullock " engraved on revolving chamber. The above reward will be paid by the Chief Constable of Cheshire, Chester, to any person giving such information as will lead to the apprehension and conviction of the person who committed the murder. Information to the Chief Constable of Cheshire, Chester, or to Supt. Croghan, Dukinfield. DERBYSHIRE. 16.— Chesterfield ( Borough).— For obtaining 18s. by false pretences, 3rd inst. — WILLIAM WILSHER, alias HARTLEY, age 30, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fresh, full red face, hair and eyes dark brown, believed clean- shaved, scars left side of head. A hawker, native of Norton Woodseats, Sheffield. He calls at houses, presents a card with Willsher Bros., Linoleum Warehouse, Tabard Street, Borough, London, S. E., stated he had been laying linoleum at a local institution had a remnant of 7 or 8 yards for sale instead of returning it to London, but when measured there was only half the amount represented. Sometimes lives in a van and accom- panied by a woman. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Chesterfield. DEVONSHIRE. 17.— Exeter ( City).— For obtaining money by false pretences— DAVID BANNISTER ( supposed false), age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., good build, complexion, hair and moustache ( waxed) dark, of smart appearance and good address; dress, blue melton overcoat, fancy dark blue ribbed vest, dark trousers, black bowler hat, carried two brown sample bags. Stated he was a Quaker. He called upon small shopkeepers, stated he represented a Novelty Company, London, for the sale of photo- lene, which he states by rubbing on paper re- produces sketches and photographs from newspapers, & c., leaves 4 or 5 gross of packets, for which he obtains payment under the pretence of sending a further supply, also that he will make the shopkeeper sole agent for the district. The photolene is found to be useless. Warrant issued. 18.— Exeter ( City).— For obtaining by false pretences, 11th ult., a 22- ct. gold wedding ring, 393 and XH. S scratched inside; 1 9- ct gold seal, blood stone one side lighter stone the other— WILLIAM GOULD, age about 30, height 5 ft. 9 in., slight build, complexion pale or sallow, moustache ( well trimmed) and eyes dark; wearing a light mackin- tosh. He took lodgings at Taunton, 30th September last, answered advertisements in the Feathered World, obtained money orders from various parts of the country under the pretence of supplying poultry, came to Exeter on 11th ult., and obtained the above articles by presenting money orders post dated, together with a card " William Gould, Coal Merchant, 2, Albemarle Street, Taunton," thereon, the orders were passed through a bank, but were returned marked " payment stopped by remitter." Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, City Police, Exeter. ESSEX- Id.— Brentwood ( County).— For stealing a motor bicycle, 3rd inst., at Billericay ( recovered)— FRANK ROWLINGSON, alias BRADDY, age 22, height 5 ft. in., complexion fresh, hair brown, clean shaved, eyes blue, scar left side of forehead; dress, dark tweed or serge jacket suit and cap, coloured neckerchief, blucher boots, army shirt, pants and socks, stamped A. S. C. No. 27861. A labourer, native of South Weald, Essex. Is a deserter from the Army Service Corps, Aldershot, since 31st ult. Before joining the army he was employed by cattle dealers in Cardiganshire. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Marden, Brentwood. 20.— Chelmsford ( County).— For obtaining food by false pretences, 12th inst.— WILLIAM STEVENS, age about 30, height 5 ft. 10 or 11 in., broad shoulders, complexion very fresh, broad square face, dimple each side of face near mouth, snub nose, jaw believed to have been broken left side, hair light ginger, eyes sunken, clean shaved ; dress, grey jacket, green cord trousers and cap, blue tie with white spots, lace boots. A signal fitter. He took lodgings 12th inst., stated he was sent from Romford to work at Chelmsford for 6 months, absconded 13th inst. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Chelmsford. 21.— Grays ( County).— For stealing a pair of dark tweed trousers and vest and £ 1 16s. 9^ d.— JOHN NIGHTINGALE, age 18, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., complexion fair, large head, clean shaved ; dress, dark suit smeared with soap, wrapper, skull cap. Native of Warwickshire. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Jordan, Grays. GLAMORGANSHIRE. 22.— Bridgend ( County). — For failing to surrender to his recognizance at Autumn Assizes for larceny— HENRY LACEY, alias PROVIS, age 51, height 5 ft. in., complexion sallow, hair ( long and curly) light brown, heavy moustache ( now said to be clean shaved), eyes hazel. A hairdresser. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Menhinick, Bridgend. 23 — Cardiff ( City).— For stealing £ 13 lis.— WILLIAM CONNELL, age 30, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., slight build, complexion fresh, long face, hair and slight moustache dark, eyes brown ; dress, blue serge coat and vest, tweed cycling breeches, box cloth inside each knee, light cap, black leather leggings with straps. A stableman or cab driver. Previously employed by the London Universal Omnibus Com- pany. Warrant issued. Information to the Head Constable, Cardiff. 24.— Swansea ( Boi- ough).— For . stealing a lady's 18- ct. buckle ring, a painter's blow lamp, and £ 7 10s.— WILLIAM O'DOWDA, age 35, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 in., hair and moustache brown; dress, light fawn colour three- quarter- length coat, blue trousers, short sighted, wears glasses, stated he had served in the Army and was discharged owing to defective sight. Will probably seek employment as wireman or electrician. May be found in company of bookmakers. SUSIE O'DOWDA, age 35, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., stout build, complexion sallow, full round face, eyes blue, wearing black clothing. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Swansea. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 25.— Dursley( County).— For larceny— HENRY HARWOOD, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 6 or 7 in., slight build, complexion, hair and slight moustache dark, limps as though he suffered from an injury to hips or loins; dress, grey jacket and vest, supposed pepper and salt coloured trousers, tied at knee. A native of Chipping Campden. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Perkins, Dursley. 26.— Gloucester ( County). — For stealing £ 1 2s. 6d., and obtaining food and lodgings by false pretences 5th inst.— ROBERT SMITHYMAN, alias GILBERT, Office No. 159- 02 ( Case No. 34, 10th September last), age 60, height 5 ft. f in., com- plexion fresh, hair grey ( almost white), eyes hazel ( full), scar left of forehead, front of neck, and each forearm, right wrist been broken; dress, very dark suit ( square cut), dark cap, black satin tie. A native of Warwick. Has been convicted at Birmingham, Worcester, Stafford, and Coventry. Warrant issued. 27.— Gloucester ( County).— For stealing from his lodgings, 9th inst., a silver- plated teapot and cruet ( recovered)— WILLIAM SANTEFORD COX, alias ERNEST COX and ALBERT JAMES LAMBERT, Office No. 2230- 01, age 28, height 5 ft. in., complexion pale, hair light brown, eyes blue, scar centre forehead, dot right and 3 left fore- arm, pock marks on forehead; dress, dark suit, check cap or brown soft felt hat, green tie. A native of Bristol. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Gloucester. HAMPSHIRE. 28.— Gosport ( County).— For obtaining £ 4 by false pretences, 2nd inst.— GEORGE JACKSON, age 30 to 35, height about 5 ft. 7 in., rather stout build, complexion sallow, hair brown, supposed clean shaved; dress, navy blue serge suit, dark cap, dark tie, soft collar. Appearance of a seafaring man. He calls upon military officers, and represents that he has served in their regiment as a non- commissioned officer, also calls upon naval officers. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Cottle, Gosport. 29.— Southampton ( Boi- ough).— For house- breaking— FOUR MEN, lst, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., stout build, clean shaved, teeth decayed, one or two upper teeth missing; dress, black coat and vest, dark grey trousers, cap. 2nd, age about 35, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., slight build, long face,. hair light, moustache ginger; wearing dark clothes and cap. 3rd, age 45 to 50, medium height, stout build, cotnplexion fresh, hair dark brown; wearing long dark overcoat and cap. 4th, age about 40, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., full face, hair dark brown, clean shaved, wearing dark clothes, bowler hat, carried some papers in his hand. Information to the Chief Constable, Southampton. KENT. 30.— Sandwich ( County).— For stealing at Snowdown Colliery, 7th inst., a silver watch, " H. Samuel, Acme Lever, Swiss made " on dial, chased back; 1 silver chain, curb pattern, silver medal with gold centre attached— A MAN, age 36 to 40, height about 5 ft. 7 in., complexion dark, rather long moustache, inclined to ginger ; dress, dark jacket and vest, cord or moleskin trousers, cap with rather long peak. A native of St. John's Wood, London. Information to Supt. Stone, Sandwich. 31.— Sevenoaks ( County).^- For obtaining 31st ult., by false pretences, a mare pony ( recovered at Catford), a bay gelding pony, about 13 hands, FRIDAY. NOVEMBER 1>, ! $ • !. THE POLICE GAZETTE. 3 PORTRAITS OF PERSONS WANTED. MERIONETHSHIRE. 32.— Barmouth ( County). — For obtaining money by false pretences— ERNEST DONOVAN, dm WILLIAM HILL, age 24, height 5 ft. in., • omplexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, large burn » « » r extending from right ihoulder to 4th right SHROPSHIRE. £ 20 Reward. 33.— Oswestry ( County).— For embezzling £ 500, 2nd inst.— HERBERT WALTER INSULL, age 29, height about 5 ft. 11 in., good build, com- plexion pale, hair ( rather long on top) and eyes ( slightly weak) dark brown, clean shaved, wears pince- nez, of good address and athletic appearance; j dress, brown jacket and vest, black and white check breeches, supposed brown tie, black hard felt hat, brown leggings and boots. Had in his possession a dark brown portmanteau and a revolver. An auctioneer's clerk, native of Roxby, Lincolnshire. He FEIGHERY, age about 30, height 5 ft. 10 in., com- plexion fresh, hair black, moustache light brown, eyes grey, slight Irish accent, a clerk, of smart appearance. Also wanted on warrant by City of London Police. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Peterborough. finger, sinews of which are drawn, x back of left hand, dot web of left hand. A book- keeper or gardener, native of Aitrincham. Previously convicted at Birkenhead and Blackpool. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Dolgelley. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued). aged, recently clipped, medium mane and tail; 2 sets of harness, 1 with brass mounts, the other white metal mounts, and a 4- wheel light van, painted green, « B. OVERS, 3, BELGRAVE TERRACE, SEVEN- OAKS" on off side— FREDERICK A. AYLING, alias FRANCIS ALBERT AYLING and HARRY TAYLOR, Office No. 1735- 07, age 28, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes grey, scar on forehead, wart 1st left finger; dress, greenish check overcoat, hard felt hat, brown boots, wearing gold watch chain and gold ring. A native of Haslemere, Surrey. Stated he was a farmer residing at Lodge Farm, Crowboro', Sussex ( false), and gave a promissory note for £ 19 10s. on Barclay and Co. Bank, signed G. Brown; he has no account at that bank. He has been traced to Catford, S. E. Previously con- victed of fraud and larceny at Hants, West Sussex and South London Sessions, and wanted by East Sussex police for fraud. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Taylor, Sevenoaks. 34.— Wren's Gross ( County).— For failing to surrender to their recognizances at West Kent Quarter Sessions, 20th ult., for housebreaking — HENRY GREY, age 55, height 5 ft. 9i in., complexion fresh, hair grey, eyes hazel, burn scar left forearm. FREDERICK LILLINGTON, age 25, height 5 ft. 4 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes brown, dot left forearm, scars both arms. Labourers and natives of Lambeth, London. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hayward, Wren's Cross, Maidstone. LANCASHIRE. 35.— Liverpool ( City).— For failing to report — Licence- holder HERBERT SIMPSON, alias HENRY GIBBS, Office No. 2020- 05, age 29, height 5 ft. 3J in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes blue, crossed flags, pierced heart right forearm, anchor back left hand. A native of London. Sentenced at Liverpool Assizes, 14th February, 1906, to 4 year* penal servitude for larceny. Licensed 18th ult. g 63. May be dealt with where found. cashed a cheque for £ 500 for his employers, receiving £ 250 gold and £ 250 in £ 5 notes, Nos. 30940 to 30989, dated London, 3rd March, 1908, and absconded. About 10 years ago he was employed as a school teacher at Weston- super- Mare, has also been employed at St. Leonards- on- Sea. May endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. The above reward will be paid by Messrs. Frank Lloyd and Sons, The Square, Ellesmere, to any person giving such information as will lead to the apprehension of Insull. Information to Supt. Hamlet, Oswestry. 36.— Liverpool ( City).— For failing to report - Licence- holder SAMUEL WILLIAM DEW, Office No. 1047- 03, age 49, height 5 ft. 2£ in., complexion fresh, hair brown ( thin), eyes hazel, Faith, Hope, and Charity right forearm, bracelet each wrist, star and 3 dots back right hand, 2 anchors and 4 dots back left hand, ring on all left fingers. A ship's steward. Native of Llangefai. Sentenced at Carnarvon Quarter Sessions, 4th July, 1907, to 3 years penal servitude for larceny. Licensed 8th ult. h. 242. Licence- holder GEORGE ADAIR WILMINGTON, alias JOHN HADDEN, Office No. 1947- 05, age 50, height 5 ft. 5| in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue ( weak), scar centre lower lip. A French polisher. A native of Cheltenham. Sentenced at Liverpool Assizes, 27th November, 1899, to 8 years 1 penal servitude for rape. Liberated on 2nd licence i 16th September last, which expires 16th March, 1910. Z. 477. May be dealt with where found. 37.— Liverpool ( City). — For embezzlement, 16th ult.— W. H. STRINGER, age 40, height 5 ft. , 7 in., complexion sallow, hair ( turning grey) and moustache brown, eyes light blue, inclined to stammer; dress, dark tweed knicker suit, fawn colour ; mackintosh, red lining, black leather leggings, round j soft tweed cap. A photographer. Warrant issued. Information to the Head Constable, Liverpool. MONTGOMER YSHIRE. 38.— Newtown ( County). — For obtaining lodgings by false pretences at temperance hotels— — ARNOLD, age about 21, height 5 ft. 7 in., hair ( thick) brown, clean shaved, of smart appearance; dress, black jacket and trousers, brown vest, with brass buttons, lion stamped thereon, dark tie, light green cap, Derby pattern boots. He represented himself as an advance agent to a dramatic company, advertised in local papers, also takes public halls for the entertainment, then decamps. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Newtown. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. 39.— Peterborough ( City).— For obtaining a kit bag by a worthless cheque on the London and South- Western Bank, London — ARTHUR OXFORDSHIRE. 40.- Oxford ( County).— For stealing ( bailee) £ 16 10s., 18th September last— HORACE HENRY WILLIAMS, age 29, height 5 ft. 8f in., complexion fresh, hair brown, moustache light, may now be clean shaved, eyes blue, linear scar \ in. long top of forehead, " Mabel" tattooed calf right leg, woman's head left arm; dress, supposed dark plaid suit, hard felt hat. An Army Reservist, a painter and sign writer, last heard of in Newington Butts, stayed at a Rowton House. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, County Police Office, Oxford. PEMBROKESHIRE. 41- Haverfordwest Castle ( Oounty). For stealing ( servant) a brown suit, jacket double breasted, with dark stripe about 2 in. wide; 1 slate colour flannel shirt; 1 pair of boots, pointed toes; and £ 4 17s. 4^ d.— WILLI AM HENRY ARTHUR CARTER CHURCHILL, age 20, height 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, coal scar under chin, round scar right leg; wearing the stolen clothing. A native of King's Cross, London. Is a deserter from the Welsh Regiment, and was em- ployed as an officer's servant. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Thomas, Pembroke Dock. 5 TA FFORDSHIRE. 42.— Brierley Hifl ( County).— For stealing a brown leather bag; 2 pairs pant3 ; 1 pair gold cuff links, engraved, with chain attachments, and a purse with 4 compartments containing 18s.— JACK EDWARDS ( supposed false), age about 34, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion sallow, hair and slight moustache ( waxed at ends) dark, wore gold rimmed glasses of bluish colour, gold ring set 3 white stones on left little finger; dress, dark overcoat, black silk lining, quilted across shoulders, grey jacket slit in centre, green knitted woollen vest with white spots, brass buttons, grey trousers, black hard felt hat or soft green hat, tan colour shoes. Is identical with MAN, Case No. 42, 5th inst. Warrant issued. 43— Brierley Hill ( County).— For stealing 9s. from a child in the street— A WOMAN, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., complexion very dark, round face, hair black; dress, long dark blue eoat, black skirt, white sailor hat with black band. Information to Supt. Johnson, Brierley Hill. 44.— Longton ( County).— For obtaining Is. by false pretences, 10th ult.— F. JAMES, age 45 to 48, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 ins., complexion ruddy, hair brown, eyes grey; dress, brown suit, hard hat, lace boots, dark kid gloves. He represented himself as an agent of Messrs. Catesby and Sons, London, and signed receipt " F. James." Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Grove, Longton. 45.— Wednesbury ( County).— For grievous bodily harm, 5th inst.— JOHN POXON, age 34, height 5 ft. 8 in., complexion swarthy, hair dark brown, eyes brown, 3 small moles left forearm, mole corner of mouth, of smart appearance; dress, dark grey overcoat with light stripe about 1 in. wide, hard felt hat, green tie, brown boots. A native of Wednesbury. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Salt, Wednesbury. SUSSEX ( East). iS.— liokfield ( County).— For embezzling £ 1 Is. 9£ d.— LLEWELLYN VAUGHAN PUGH, age about 22, height about 5 ft. 1 in., slight build, complexion and slight moustache dark, hair brown, eyes hazel; dress, supposed brown jacket and trousers, dark mixture overcoat, hard felt hat, some- times wears grey knickers and cap. Has been employed during the last 6 months at the Interna- tional Tea Company Stores. Absconded 5th inst., carrying a small brown paper parcel. A native of Rhyl, Flintshire. Warrant issued. 47.— Uckfield ( County).— For obtaining, by false pretences, 27th ult., a light chestnut mare, aged, 17 hands, clean legs, good feet, shod rather short, very large head, rough full mane and tail, two upper teeth missing— G. BROWN, age about 32, height about 5 ft. 8 in., complexion fresh, full face, hair light brown ; wearing black coat, New York make, cuffs to sleeves recently repaired, greenish check overcoat, hard felt hat, brown boots. Stated he was a farmer, purchased the mare for £ 6, and in payment tendered 4 THE POLICE GAZETTE. TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 449, 1909. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( continued). a banker's bill on Barclay's Bank, Ltd., signed G. Brown, which was returned marked " not known." Was last seen at Riverhead, 31st ult., going in the direction of London. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Criddle, Uckfield. SUSSEX ( West). 4- 8.— Worthing ( County). — For stealing 18th ult. a Chase bicycle, 24- in. frame, enamelled green, lined red and white, red transfer with horse thereon, on head and seat tube, raised handle- bars, roller lever brakes back and front, plated rims, green centres and spokes, Derby tyres, Mansfield saddle— THOMPSON ( probably false), age 35 to 38, height about 5 ft. 7 in., complexion and heavy moustache dark, 1 left finger bent towards palm, carries his left hand in pocket as much as possible; dress, double- breasted navy blue suit, and cap with gold and white badge, " W " in centre. Stated he was Captain of the ss. " Juno," of Sheerness, bound for Morocco. Identical with Sidney Murray, Case No. 20, 12th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Bridger, Worthing. WO ROES TERSHIRE. 49.— Oldbury ( County).— For obtaining 2s. by false pretences, 30th ult.— JOSEPH W. CARBETT, age 40, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion very fresh, hair dark brown, very high forehead, of smait appearance; dress, blue serge coat and trousers, brown vest, black bowler hat. A tailor's traveller, native of Amblecote, near Stourbridge. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hill, Oldbury. YORKSHIRE ( North Riding). Zo.— Guisborough ( County).— For neglecting his wife and family— THOMAS REX, age about 29, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, moustache light ( bushy). A miner, native of Brotton. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Rose, Guisborough YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). o\ — Sheffield ( City).— For obtaining £ 10 by false pretences, 6th April, 1909— FRED SEEGER, age 30, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes grey, high cheek bones, minus right forefinger. A grocers' traveller, native of Kiveton Park. Warrant issued. 52.— Sheffield ( City).— For stealing a diamond ring, 23rdult.— AUSTIN, alius WESTON and ROBIN- SON, age 30, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 in., hair peculiar ( mouse) colour, rather straight nose, high forehead and cheek bones, clean shaved ; dress, greyish jacket suit, black and white check bow tie. He obtains lodgings by stating he has obtained a position as clerk at the G. P. O., stays one night, commits larceny and decamps. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Sheffield. 53.— Barnsley ( Borough).— For embezzlement — EDWARD WORMALD,' age about 22, height 5 ft. 5 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, clean shaved, eyes grey, 3 or 4 moles on cheek; dress, dark suit, cap, light lace boots. A native of Leeds. Has been employed as an oil merchant's carter. Is said to have been discharged from the 7 th Hussars about 9 months ago. May endeavour to re- enlist, absconded 25th ult. Warrant issued. 51.- Barnsiey ( Borough).— For stealing from his lodgings, 16th lilt., a gold horse- shoe brooch ; 1 gold wire knot ring; 1 lady's silver Geneva watch, chased case, white dial, black numerals, steel pointers, No. 23849; 1 thin gold cased guard, Belcher pattern, oval Indian silver locket, raised figures representing idols on one side, other side plain and slightly bulged, containing photograph of a gentleman— — BELL, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, long moustache ( waxed) dark; dress, dark brown tweed suit, pink tie, black bowler hat, lace boots, carried a fawn coloured overcoat. Stated he came from Leeds to fill a situation as a clothier's canvasser. Absconded 16th ult. Warrant issued. 55.— Bamsley ( Borough).— For obtaining food ' and lodgings by false pretences 11th ult.— JOHN WILLIAM HODGSON, age 50 to 55, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 in., muscular build, complexion ruddy, hair dark brown, clean shaved, eyes blue, peculiarity about left eye, supposed the result of lid having been injured, very plausible; dress, dark mixture jacket and vest, blue trousers, dark brown cap, blue and white collar, strong lace boots. Supposed a native of Wetherby, where he stated he was at one time a chorister and bell- ringer, also represented that he had purchased a coal agent's business in the neighbourhood. Warrant issued. 56.— Bamsley ( Borough).— For stealing, 16th inst., a blue serge square- cut jacket suit; 1 dark grey overcoat, slack back, vertical pockets, unlined ; 1 pair light lace boots, size 9, both grazed above heels; 1 silver hunter watch and silver guard, rather small links— GEORGE , age about 28, height 5 ft. 7 in., slight , build, complexion fresh, thin features, hair light : inclined to ginger, thick moustache, trimmed short, prominent nose; wearing dark trousers with light stripes, blue muffler, very light cap, and probably the stolen overcoat, jacket and boots. He took lodgings, and stated he had come from Chesterfield to erect a new engine at the Barnsley Main Colliery. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Barnsley. 57 — Huddersfieid ( Borough). — For con- spiracy— ENOCH HARTLEY, age about 30, height about 5 ft. 7 in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, moustache light; dress, dark tweed jacket and vest, brown trousers, dark cap, lace boots, all much worn. A collier, accompanied by his wife and a girl age 4 years. Has been employed potato picking. Will, no doubt, be found at a common lodging- house or in furnished rooms. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Hudderslicld. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 58.— Stroud ( County).— Committed for trial at next Assizes, charged with fraudulently converting £ 1 4s. to his own use, entrusted to him ( Larceny Act, 1901)— ERNEST GEORGE ST. CLAIR, age 48, height 5 ft. in,, good build, complexion pale, hair and moustache dark brown, turning grey, eyes blue; dress, grey mixture overcoat, black frock coat, trousers and hat, button boots, carried an ash stick with silver band. Well spoken. Appearance of a music hall advertising agent. He calls upon pro- prietors of cinematograph picture palaces and talks of his abilities as a canvasser for programme advertise ments. Supposed wanted elsewhere. Information to Supt. Biggs, Stroud. HEREFORDSHIRE. 59.— Ledbury ( County).— Sentenced to 21 days imprisonment, 10th inst., for obtaining charitable contributions by fraud— JOHN KENNEDY, alias FORGATHY ( supposed false), age 36 to 40, height 5 ft. 9 in., complexion and hair ( turning grey) dark, clean shaved, eyes grey; dress, grey jacket and vest, brown trousers, grey cap, blue neckerchief with small white spots, lace boots. Supposed wanted elsewhere. Information to Supt. Thomas, Ledbury. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITA N POLICE DiSTRIGT 60. S Division.— Since 12th August last, in transit between London and Glasgow, 6 gold filled Swiss watches, hunter cases, nickel movements, cases engraved, " Guaranteed for 20 years,", movements stamped " Dreadnought." Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BEDFORDSHIRE. 61.— Bedford ( Borough).— Between 7th and 8th inst., by housebreaking, a nearly new dark I brown mixture Scotch tweed single breasted jacket, open at back, fitting waist, square cut with corners cut oft', 2 inside breast pockets, 1 inside ticket do., 2 outside hip do., brown mixture bone buttons, breast 40f in., length 34 in., to fit man 5 ft. 10 in., sleeves lined with wide white and thin heliotrope and violet striped material, had in the pocket a 314 Relief fountain pen, with 14- ct. gold nib, may have " R. Esterbrook" thereon, 1 silver mounted briar- wood pipe, 1 tobacco pouch, an order to travel between Bedford and St. Pancras issued to " G. S. Hutton," and dated 5th inst.; 1 pair pendant ear- rings set pearls and 1 ruby'; 1 18- ct. gold ( double photograph) locket set pearls; 2 15- ct. gold neck chains; 1 gold pendant, Maltese cross shape; and about 15s. Supposed by A TRAMP. Information to the Chief Constable, Bedford. OA M BRIDGES HIRE. 62.— Cambridge ( County).— Between 24th September and 20th ult., by housebreaking, at Little Shelford, a George IV tea set comprised of teapot, sugar basin ( circular shape), milk jug ( highly chased flutes), and coffee- pot to match, all with crest of " unicorn head "; 12 dessert knives and forks, silver handles embossed; 12 silver teaspoons with initial " B "; 6 do. with initial " W "; 1 do. mustard pot, Doulton silver top and mount and spoon • 18 do. fish knives, silver blades, engraved ivory handles; 3 do. toast racks, 1 piled rifles, Globe feet laurel handles; 1 sugar tongs with initial " W"; 1 j antique silver- chased milk jug, J pint, with initials " E. M. W."; 1 Queen Anne silver tea set, antique silver handles, crest " a bird "; 1 antique caddy spoon with crest a bird ; 1 antique snuffer tray, cord edge, with crest " a bird "; 3 pocket fruit knives, with initials " H. S. T."; 1 large christening mug, handsomely embossed with initials " N. W. T."; a set of carvers in case, best ivory handles, embossed silver mounts; 1 Indian silver locket, lozenge shape, heavily embossed. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Castle Hill, Cambridge. 63.— Cambridge ( Borough).— 6th inst., a dark brown rough cloth overcoat, single breasted, brown silk lining, usual pockets, chain tab, may have " Charles H. Reed X- Son, Hampstead," against tab, 2 rows of stitching around cuffs. To fit a man 5 ft. 11 in. Information to the Chief Constable, Cambridge. CHESHIRE. 64— Crewe ( County).— 16th inst., a Raleigh bicycle, No. 122752 on seat pillar lug, 26- in. frame, slightly upturned handle- bars, black grips, rubber pedals ( well worn), 2 rim brakes, Bleumers mud- guards, with front extension piece, detachable metal gear case, 2 transfers, " The Raleigh " on front tube, " F. Wooldridge, Crewe " on down tube, Brooks' saddle, Lucas " King of the Road " oil lamp and bell attached. 16th or 17th inst., a double- breasted, greenish- fawn colour, rainproof overcoat, raised seams, loose back, 2 slit pockets outside, 1 inside pocket, ticket pocket, half strap on sleeves, drab check lining, " Rainproof, Emcodine for Sporting and General Wear, rain- resisting," on tab, minus buttons. Information to Supt. Pearson, Crewe. ESSEX. 65 — Chelmsford ( County).— 15th inst., a Times bicycle, black enamelled, 25 in. frame, lined red, Warwick front tyre, Palmer back tyre, 2 roller lever brakes, front one broken, free wheel, plated rims, upturned handle- bars, rat- trap pedals, clotli cover on saddle, " A. L." thereon, dent in front mud- guard, cycling cape and pump attached. A Raleigh bicycle, black enamelled frame, lined red and gold, upturned handle- bars, rat- trap pedals, free wheel, roller leaver brakes, mud- guards, brown felt cover laced on saddle, lamp and pump attached. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Chelmsford. 66 — Romford ( County).— 10th inst., at Horn- church, a Singer Standard bicycle, 24 in. frame, black enamelled, lined bronze, plated rims, Dunlop tyres, 2 roller lever brakes, Brooks' saddle, Lucas Lucia acetylene lamp, pump, and tool bag containing spanners attached. Information to Supt. Jones, Romford. GL OUCES TERSHIRE. 67.— Cheltenham ( County).— 8th inst., by housebreaking, a plain silver cigarette case ( rounded to fit pocket), monogram " H. C. B." thereon ; 3 silver pepper boxes; 1 round do. mustard pot, open pattern; 1 cheque book on Capital and Counties Bank, Cheltenham Branch, containing cheques numbered from F580381 to F580410, some used; and about £ 6. Suspicion is attached to A MAN, age 28 to 30, height 5 ft. 8 to 10 in., complexion, hair, and moustache dark; dress, dark clothes and cap. Had in his possession a red handkerchief with white spots, carried a piece of iron or wire, hooked^ Information to Supt. Hopkins, Cheltenham. HAMPSHIRE. 68.— Southampton ( Borough).— 9th inst. by housebreaking, a lady's gold half- hunter watch, No. 8521 ; 1 do. long gold watch chain; 1 gold maltese cross, gold chain attached; 1 gold combina- tion brooch and pin, set pearls and diamonds; 1 lady's gold ring, set 5 rubies; 1 do., set 5 diamonds ; 1 do., set single diamond ; 1 do. gold Gipsy ring, set 3 corals; 1 do. mourning ring, plaited hair inside, set pearls; 1 gold ring, set Brazilian diamonds; 1 do., set large diamond; 1 gold pin, set opal; 1 spade guinea with ring attached; 1 heavy silver albert; 1 gold pin, set garnet; 1 do., set ruby; 1 gold neck chain, rope pattern, very old; 1 18- ct. hammered gold keeper ring. Information the Chief Constable, Southampton. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 1909. THE POLICE GAZETTE. 5 PROPERTY STOLEN— continued. HER TFORDSHIRE. 69.— Ware ( County).— 12th inst. by shopbreaking at Hoddesdon, 6 table knives, white handles, " crown, V. R., Wm. Webster, Sheffield, England," on blades; 6 dessert do., stag's head and do. on blades; 3 table spoons, " crown, Alpha andS" on handles; 12 tea spoons, marked do. Information to Supt. Duke, Ware. KENT. 70. Tunbridge Wells ( Borough).— llth inst., a bicycle, maker " Kember, Curry River," on transfer, 24 in. frame, black enamelled, lined red, plated rims, slightly rusty, 3- speed gear, back pedalling brake, roller chain, rubber pedals, mud- guards front and back, carrier at back, clip on handle bars, Brooks' saddle, plated lamp ( old), hinge broken, bell, pump, and tool bag. Information to the Chief Constable, Tunbridge Wells. LEICES TERSHIRE. £ 3 Reward. 71- Market Harborough ( County).— : 29th ult., a Royal Enfield bicycle, No. 145523 " Riche" 1907 model, enamelled green, gold lines, 56- in. girder frame, 28- in. wheels, Dunlop tyres, rubber pedals, special upturned handle- bars, rim brakes, oil bath, gear case, Sturmey- Archer 3- speed gear, Brooks' saddle, tool bag attached, front coil saddle spring broken. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, County Police Office, Market Harborough, by whom the above reward will be paid for the apprehension of the . thief and the recovery of the property. SUSSEX ( East). 72.— Eastbourne ( Borough).— 9 th inst., 1 snake- pattern gold neck chain, clasp broken; 1 rolled gold neck chain, fine link pattern, gold cross attached; 2 silver bangles, 1 or 2 3d. pieces, 2 silver hearts, . silver wish bone, 1 military button, probably Lan- cashire Regiment thereon, and a piece of gold chain, green heart, attached to one; 1 gold signet ring, " M " thereon; 1 small gold brooch, hunting crop and horse- shoe pattern; 1 gold bracelet, one half plain, the other twisted; 2 silver foreign coins; and 1 foreign copper coin. 8th inst., 1 lady's 9- ct. gold ring, set 2 white and 1 Ted stones. About 6th September, 1909, 1 gold brooch, coil of rope with anchor, about the size of a 2s. piece; 1 gold safety pin brooch, band of gold with sheaf of wheat; 1 do. heart- shaped pendant with 3 rubies and a pearl; 1 green stone heart, cased in gold ; 1 rolled gold heart with spray of lillies of the valley ; 1 do. neck chain; 1 gold Albert chain, with knob of gold, shell shape. 29th ult., a gold curb chain bracelet, with padlock and safety chain, horse shoe charm and a sovereign attached ; 1 do., set turquoise; 1 gold basket pattern bracelet, snap fastening; 1 lady's ring, set 2 sapphires and 2 diamonds, gipsy setting; 1 lady's old- fashioned ring, 1 square emerald and several small diamonds either side, raised setting; 1 small gold heart pen- dant, set rows of turquoise and pearls; 1 gold brooch, set 1 square olivine and 2 pearls; 1 Parisian paste necklet, with paste and ruby drops ; 1 small enamel brooch, Dutch figures; 1 brooch in shape of a motor car, set paste diamonds with ruby lamps, and revolv- ing wheels, the whole about an inch long. Information to the Chief Constable, Eastbourne. WA R WICKS HIRE. 73 — Sbipston - on - stour ( County).— 4th or 5th inst., at Winderton, a bicycle, 26 in. frame, enamelled black, gold lined, plated rims, Palmer tyres, Brooks' saddle, rat- trap pedals, dropped handle- bars, Bowden rim brake, front tyre brake, gear 93, " George Elliott Birch, Nuneaton " on front down tube, middle tube and back mud- guard— By A MAN, age 30, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion pale; dress, dark suit, black overcoat with green stripes, grey soft felt hat • or dark cap, brown boots or shoes, wearing a silver watch and chain and a heavy gold ring. Information to Supt. Hawkes, Shipston- on- Stour. 74— Leamington ( Bwough).— 3rd inst., a lady's 18- ct. gold half- hunter English lever watch, gold chased face, monogram " A. M. S." on back; 1 small black jewel case, much worn, initials " E. B. S.," containing £ 1 in gold and some silver; 1 gold filigree bangle, small safety chain attached; 1 plain gold bangle; 1 gold trellis pattern expanding bracelet; 1 lady's 9- ct. gold ring, set several small pearls around hair; 1 lady's long fine plain gold chain, believed 9- ct., xith swivel at end, and about £ 2— by A WOMAN, age 22 to 25, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 in., slight build, oval face, hair light brown; dress, three- quarter length sacque coat, dark pepper and salt mixture, very short black skirt, black flat hat ( may be a sailor hat) and black veil, believed wearing a ring on one left finger, carried a pair of cream gloves. She left behind an old black skirt, a white straw hat trimmed with green leaves, roses and violet bow, black veil attached, also a lady's bicycle, " Singer, Model de Luxe " transfer on head and back guard, Number 172276 on seat pillar, Dunlop tyres, divided rubber pedals, 2 brakes, free wheel, frame black enamelled and gold lined, Middlemore & Lamplugh saddle, Miller's " Millo " patent lamp. Information to the Chief Constable, Leamington. WORCES TERSHIRE. 75.— Oldbury ( County).— 28th ult., by house- breaking at Warley, a lady's gold watch, figured dial; 1 do. silver Geneva; long 9- ct. gold neck chain attached ; 1 do. C. D. B. on swivel pendant set opals and pearls attached; 1 9- ct. gold bangle, curb pattern; 1 do. gold- cased; 1 Morocco cigarette case. Information to Supt. Hill, Oldbury. YORKSHIRE ( East Riding). 76.— Welton ( County).— 12th inst., by burglary at Tranby Croft, a gold half- hunter watch, No. 41893, plain cases, 1 double curb gold albert and gold match box attached, " Jack from T. and H. Paris," engraved on outside; 1 steel key, about in. long, No. 594 stamped on eye; 1 half- hunter gold keyless watch, No. 26892, makers " Thomas Renoldson and Son," plain cases, blue figuring on outer dial; 1 single 18- ct. gold albert, £ in. links, slip swivel, with gold ring containing several pendants attached; 1 heart locket, photograph of a woman inside, marked " Molly, I love you," in pencil; 1 small pig; 1 do. gold and enamelled roulette; 1 do. gold locket, photograph of baby inside, marked " Hilary "; 1 round gold charm studded with 2 jewels, supposed ruby and diamond; 1 steel despatch box key; 1 leather tobacco pouch, square, fastens with stud; 1 do. pocket case, containing N. E. Railway passes, silver corners on case ; 1 gold matchbox, " Clive " inscribed thereon; 1 do. cigarette case, 4 in. by 2 J in. Information to Supt. Walker, Welton. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 77.— Sheffield ( City).— llth inst. by house- breaking, a lady's 18- ct. gold English lever watch, gold dial, black Roman numerals, engraved case, shield in centre; 1 do. 9- ct. gold guard, secret link pattern, swivel fastener; 1 15- ct. gold pin, round head, set diamond in centre; 1 lady's 18- ct. gold half- hoop engagement ring, set 5 diamonds in claw setting; 1 do. dress ring, set 3 diamonds; 1 do. buckle keeper ring; 1 bangle made from elephant hair, supported by 3 gold bands, fastens with gold clasp. Information to the Chief Constable, Sheffield. PROPERTY RECOVERED. 78. — Wokingham Case No. 54, 29th ult. BERKSHIRE. ( County). Paintings, DORSETSHIRE. 79.— Beaminster ( County).— Ring, & c., Case No. 49, 1st ult., and thief ( not the woman described) arrested. ANIMALS, & c., STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 80.— H Division.— loth inst., a bay horse, 6 years, 16 hands, long mane and tail, recently docked, off- hind fetlock white, long hair on hoofs, small fleshy growth near root of tail, recently clipped trace high. £ SO Reward. 81.— R Division.— 26th ult., a light bay mare, aged, 17 hands, rather large belly, medium mane and tail, clean legs ; a dark bay horse, 6 years, 17 hands, thin white streak down face, clean legs, medium mane and tail; a set of pony harness, brass mounted, " P. Smith and Sons, Plumstead " on bridle, " T. C." in monogram on head strap, 1 bridle; 2 collars; and 2 pairs of reins. The above reward will be paid by Mr. T. Chaplin, Westwood Farm, Welling, Kent, to any person giving such information as will lead to the apprehension and conviction of the thief or thieves and the recovery of the property, or in proportion to the amount recovered. 82.— Y Division » — 4th inst., a dark bay gelding, 15 hands, hind legs white below hock, white patch on mane, fore hoofs cloven and padded with rubber. In good condition. A set of brass mounted harness, collar lined leather, setting sun in brass on blinkers. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BRECONSHIRE. 83.— Brynmawr ( County).— 1st inst., from a field at Gilwern, a chestnut gelding pony, 7 years, about 12 hands, very thick set, hog mane, tail cut short, hair light chestnut and grey mixed, white star on forehead, narrow streak of white down face, both hind legs white, evenly marked, coat rather long ( may now have been clipped), in good condition, well adapted for governess car, scar behind near fore leg near girth. Is believed to have been sold at Newport ( Mon.) Fair, 3rd inst., by— A MAN, age about 35, height 5 ft. 1 or 2 in., moustache and side whiskers light; dress ( supposed) grey coat, breeches, leather leggings, grey cap. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Brynmawr. ESSEX. 84.— Brentwood ( County).— 4th inst., from a meadow at Great Warley, a dun colour mare, aged, about 15 hands, mane and tail dark brown, tail cut close to dock, one hind fetlock white, front fetlock joints puffed, shows wear on all legs, rough coat, thick set, in good condition. Information to Supt. Marden, Brentwood. 85.— Romford ( County).— 27th ult., a dark brown mare cob, 14 hands 2 in., medium mane and tail, off fore shoe missing, hoof cut away, hind fetlocks slightly enlarged. In fair condition, Information to Supt. Jones, Romford. ANIMALS, & c., RECOVERED. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 86.— w. Division. - Mare, Case No. 78, 12th inst. APPREHENSIONS. 87. Metropolitan Police District, Convict Supervision Office. — DANIEL SMITH, Office No. 3604- 96, Tabular Form, 1st ult. Metropolitan Police District. K Division.— CHARLES WURR, Case No. 5, 12 th inst. 80 Metropolitan Police District, S Division.— ROBERT HUMPHRIES, Case No. 4, 1st May, 1908, gave the name of William Fenner, and sentenced to 23 months imprisonment at County of London Sessions, 16th inst. 4 THE POLICE GAZETTE. TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 451, 1909. APPREHENSIONS ( continued).— 90.— Cheshire. Birkenhead ( County).— WM. BUCKLEY, Case No. 13, 12th inst. 91 D er h ys h ire. Chesterfield ( County).— JOSEPH CASWELL, alias SAMUEL PRITCHARD, Case No. 9, 16th April last, and sen- tenced to 3 months imprisonment. 92.— Devonshire, Exeter ( Ctiy). — WILLIAM CORNER, Office No. 1721- 99, Case No. 16, 25th June, 1909, and sentenced to 3 months hard labour, 13th inst. 93.— Gloucestershire, Cheltenham ( County).— FRANCIS H. PONTING, Office No. 1136- 09, Case No. 19, 12th inst., at Cardiff 91. Hampshire, Gosport ( County).— HENRY EDWIN SAYT5RS, Case No. 16, 16th October, 1908, at Woolwich. 95.— Hampshire, Portsmouth ( Borough).— ALFRED NICHOLLS, Case No. 19, 19th June last. 96 — Lancashire, Manchester ( City). — WILLIAM WRIGLEY, Office No. 1780- 02, Case No. 40, 15th ult., and Tabular Form 5th inst., and sentenced to 12 months hard labour, 9th inst., for larceny ( 2 charges) and failing to report. 97 — Oxfordshire, C av ersham ( County).— CHARLES PRESTON, Case No. 28, 29th ult. 98.— Yorkshire ( West Riding), Pontefract ( County),— JOHN TAYLOR, Case No. 55, 26th June, 1908, and sentenced to 3 months imprisonment. LATEST INFORMATION. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. DERBYSHIRE. 99.— Chesterfield ( Borough).— For stealing from an office, 15th inst., a black overcoat, with faint white speck strapped seams, velvet collar, lined on shoulders only, the pockets of which contained a green seal leather cigar case, lettered on outside " T. C. H.," makers " Finnigans, Manchester 1 cigar holder; 1 cigarette holder and a pocket handker- chief— Supervisee JOSEPH JOSIAH ORRIDGE, alias HORRIDGE, Office No. 1849- 07, age 26, height 5 ft. 6 in., complexion fresh, hair and eyes brown, abscess scar left forearm; wearing old dark mackin- tosh with cape, and canvas shoes with rubber soles. A native of Pillsley. Information to the Chief Constable, Chesterfield. HEREFORDSHIRE. 100.— Hereford ( City).— JAMES MCCARTHY, Office No. 1229- 04, Case No. 96, 27th April, and Tabular Form, 4th May, 1906, not now wanted. LANCASHIRE. 101.— St. Helens ( Borough).— For stealing ( by trick), 11th inst., half a gross of inverted gas mantles ; 2 gross of upright gas mantles stamped " Sunspot" ; 1 gross of do.. stamped " Ravenhead "— HAROLD ! TURNER ( supposed false) age 26 to 28, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 ins., complexion fresh, long face, hair light brown, clean shaved; dress, light grey jacket suit, light cap, brown lace boots, usually wears a white silk muffler. PERCY WILLIAMS ( supposed false), age 24 to 27, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 in., stout build, com- plexion fresh, round face, hair light, clean shaved; ; dress, brown tweed jacket, black vest, light grey : trousers, light tie, hard felt hat. A good singer, both of good address. They ordered the mantles, and agreed to pay for same on delivery; on the messenger arriving with the goods, he was informed by one of the above that the other had gone to the firm to pay for them. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, St. Helens. WORCESTERSHIRE. 102.— Oldhury ( County).— For non- payment of £ 4, maintenance arrears— HENRY HAWKINS, age 46, height 5 ft. 7£ in., complexion fresh, hair and moustache brown ( turning grey), eyes grey, wears glasses, slightly knock- kneed; wearing dark clothes. A clarionet and pianoforte player, native of Smeth- wick. May be found at theatres, music halls, & c. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hill, Oldbury. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. SOMERSETSHIRE. 103.— Dunster ( County).— Remanded till 25th inst., charged with burglary and sacrilege— WIL LIAM HENNESSEY, alias PADDY CRASK and CROSS, age 38, height 5 ft. 2£ in., complexion fresh, hair light brown, moustache, whiskers and beard ( about a fortnight's growth) sandy, eyes blue, stammers, rather deaf, W. C. R. left forearm, scar back of left hand; dress, long black overcoat, brown jacket and vest, dark trousers and cap, blue spotted muffler, lace boots, all old. GEORGE HENNESSEY, age 29, height 5 ft. Of in., very slight build, com- plexion fresh, small moustache, beard about 12 days growth, eyes hazel, I. L. H. J., I. L. F. W., I. L. J. C., left forearm, I. L. F. W. on right fingers, 111 right fore- arm, suffering from asthma; dress, black jacket, 1 grey striped do., brown vest and trousers, dark cap, lace boots, all old. WILLIAM WOOD, age 19, height 5 ft. in., slight build, complexion fair, oval face, hair light brown, eyes hazel, pigeon chest, clasped hands and Friendship, heart and dagger right forearm, J. L. M. S. left forearm, scar left eye and on nose ; dress, old brown jacket, vest and cap, new serge trousers, red scarf, lace boots. Supposed wanted elsewhere. Information to Supt. Perry, Dunster. PROPERTY STOLEN. • METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 104.— J Division.— 18th inst. by house- breaking, a silver lever watch, silver face, gold, hands, " Presented to Brother Perkins, as a token of respect, & c., 1844," inscribed on inner case; 1 do. lever; 1 do. Geneva, silver face, black hands; crocodile purse, silver mounted, flap fastening ; dress coat and trousers, " A. W. Gamage, 27, Holborn, No. 1193, B. 15- 6- 07," on tab on inside collar of coat, silk facings; 1 black diagonal frock coat, silk facings; 1 ditto vest; 1 pair black trousers; 1 def. grey stripe; 1 Dublin University and an M. A. hood, black corded silk, lined blue silk; 1 do. B. A. hood, black corded, lined white fur; 1 navy blue suit; 1 pair boy's blue serge knickers; 1 lady's full- length coat, mole colour, black silk collar and cuffs, large black stone buttons on back, lined lavender silk; 1 full- sized white bed quilt; 1 Dorothy bag, heliotrope colour, containing about 12 lady's white cambric handkerchiefs; 1 brown tin trunk, 2£ ft. by 2 ft. 105.— y Division.— 17th inst., by house- breaking, 5 gold half- hoop dress rings each set 5 diamonds, " B. F. & Co." inside; 1 do. keeper ring, " E. P. V." set in diamonds; 1 do. dress ring, set 5- turquoise and small diamond sparks; 1 small do. ring, broken, hair in centre, surrounded by pearls, " F. Y.," obit. December, 1890, inscribed inside; 1 do. double half- hoop emerald ring, 1 stone deficient; 1 marquise ring, set turquoise surrounded by pearls ; 1 diamond spray, shape of rose; 1 diamond star pen- dant; 2 pairs diamond earrings ( 1 large, 1 small), wire of smaller one broken; 1 diamond cluster pin ; 1 small gold brooch, set sapphire and ruby surrounded by diamonds, shape of heart; 1 very thick gold chain ; 2 lockets, photograph of lady and gentleman inside; 1 gold seal, green stone and charm attached ; 1 gold and platinum watch chain; about 100 cigars ( Bolivar); 1 gold repeater watch, " E. P. V." engraved on back ; 1 lady's flat keeper ring, " E. P. V." in diamonds thereon ; 1 silver ladle ; 6 silver apostle spoons; 12 silver tea spoons and tongs in case; 2 silver sauce ladles, King's pattern; 2 silver gravy spoons ; 3 diamond studs; 1 gold bracelet, set A in diamonds; 1 lady's gold neckchain; 1 small locket, set 3 small diamonds. Information to be forwarded to the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. PROPERTY FOUND. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 106.— Cheltenham ( County).— Bicycle, Cas& No. 74, 30th July, 1909, owned. APPREHENSIONS. 107 — Metropolitan Police District, Convict Supervision Office.— WILLIAM BRIAN, Office No. 2002- 07, Tabular Form 4th June last, and remanded at Old Street Police Court till 22nd inst. for larceny ( person) as William Johnson. 108 — Metropolitan Police District, O Division.— ARTHUR WALLACE POPPLE, Case No. 2, 5th inst. 109.— Northamptonshire, Daventry ( County).— ROBERT PEPLOW, Case No. 30, 8th ult., and property recovered. List of Licence Holders, Supervisees, Expirees, who have been re- apprehended, for the week ending Nov. 13th, 1909, with the result, & c. Division concerned. Office No. NAME. Sentence. Date and Place. Fresh Offence with which charged. Re- convicted in Name of Name and Division of Officer. N. H. R. X. E, G, K, T. M. H. 1471— 04 ANDERSON, WILLIAM 808— 98BREDGER, GEORGE 1411— Ol] CLARKE, JAMES 444— 03 1991— 01 994- 02 2657— 01 CULSHAW, JEFFREY DAVIES, GEORGE A. GARDINER, JAMES GLOVER, GEORGE I*. J619- 01 HARRIS, JOHN L, P. N. K. E. E, L. 196— 02 HULL, BENJAMIN 582— 02LIPMAN, BARNET 2171— 99 MILLS, THOMAS 3098— 02 RILEY, WILLIAM 973— 97 WESTON, GEORGE 7 days h. l. 1 month h. l. 8 months h. l. 2 months h. l. 3 years p. s. and 5 detention 5 years p. s. 3 years p. s. and 7 detention 12 months h. l. £ 5 or 1 month 21 days h. l. 12 months h. l. 6 months h. l. I 1 month h. l. years 4th Nov., Tottenham Pet Sess. 9th Nov., Bedford Pet. Sess. 4thNov., Aberavon Pet. Sess. 15th Nov., Chatham P. Ct. 30th Oct., Monmouth Assz. 6th Nov., Herts Assz. years 8th Nov., Hants Assz. 9th Nov., Marlbrough Street P. Ct. 12th Nov., Thames P. Ct. 10th Nov., North London P. Ct. 6th Nov., Thames P. Ct. 10th Nov., Marylebone P. Ct 5th Nov., Caxton Gaming Larceny P. of C. Act Wilful damage Aj- son ( stack) Uttering base cain Larceny P. of C. Act Unlawful possession Common assault P. of C. Act P. of C. Act Wilful damage Same Name JOHN BAKER WM. JONES Same Name Same Name JOSEPH SIMMONS Same Name HENRY LEWIS Same Name RICHARD CLEMENTS THOMAS SMITH Same Name JAMES EASTON P. C. Dean, 544 N, and P. O. Brewer, 753 N. P. S. Hill, C. I. D., C, and P. O. Little, 391 N. P. S. Gooding and P. C. Day, C. I. D., H. P. S. Sergeant, 77 J, and P. S. McKenna, C. I. D., J. P. S. Handley, C. I. D., J, and P. S. Burton, C. I. D., K. P. S. Milton, C. I. D., Y, and D. D. Inspr Neil, Y. LONDOS : PR'KIED FOB HISEMAJESTY'SIS ATIONEBY OFUCB BYLHABBISOM AKO So » 8, ST. MJEIIK'S LAKE, W. C., PRINTERS IJR ORDIKABY TO HIS MAJHTY,