GAZETTE PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, JANUARY 12, 1912 VOL. XXIX., No. 2926. 1. All communications for insertion in the POLICE QAZETTE, and all communica- tions relating to them, should be addressed to THE EDITOR OF THE POLICE GAZETTE, NEW SCOTLAND YARD, LONDON, S. W. 2. Particulars concerning persons whose apprehension is sought will be inserted in one issue of the POLICE GAZETTE, it they are sufficient to enable action to be talcen 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 8s. per portrait, and engravings of stolen property at a cost of ( is. 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. 0. 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 fact, referring to the number of the announcement for insertion in the next issue. 10. In all cases the officer signing the request for the insertion of any announce- ment will be wholly responsible for any proceedings which may result from such publication. 11. Announcements for the Friday issue should be forwarded so as to be received not later than noon on II'< dnesday, and for the Tuesday edition not later than Saturday morning. They must be clearly written on one side of t e 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 I'ost 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 EDITOR. New Scotland Yard, London, S. W. 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. ( b) All persons, at Assizes or Quarter Sessions, sentenced to not less than one months imprison- ment, without option of a fine, for any of the offences shown below. ( c) All persons, at Petty Sessional, Police, or Stipendiary Magistrate's Court, sentenced to more than one months 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 Warehousebreaking. 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 1.— Convict Supervision Office.— HENRY TODD, Office no. 1109- 08, Tabular Form, lst December, 1911. Not now wanted. Sentence expired. 2.— E Division. - For fraudulent conversion of £ 9 3s. 7d., monies of a Benefit Society— CHARLES MEGAN, age 33, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 ins., complexion very dark, hair ( bushy) black, moustache dark; wearing dark clothes, bowler hat. A native of London. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropoli- tan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. 3.— Y Division.— WILLIAM GOODMAN, Case No. 8, 28th July, 1911. Warrant withdrawn. BEDFORDSHIRE. 5.— Bedford ( Borough).— Yor obtaining £ 8 by false pretences, 6th ult.— ARTHUR GREG- ORY ( supposed false), age 30 to 40, height 5 ft. 10 or 11 ins., hair and moustache dark; dress, navy blue suit( dark overcoat. He stayed at a private hotel and induced the proprietors to advance him £ 3 on a cheque for £ 5 drawn on the Aberdeen branch of the Royal Bank of Scotland by J. Mac- kenzie & Son, in favour of Arthur Gregory; the cheque was returned marked " no account." Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Bedford. CITY OF LONDON. 4.— For embezzling 4s. 3d., monies of the Post- master General— CHARLES MARTIN REEP, age 43, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 ins., complexion fresh, hair light, heavy moustache ( waxed at ends) au- burn, eyes grey, of smart appearance: wearing dark grey or green overcoat, double cuffs, hard felt hat. A counter clerk, native of Torpoint, Devonshire. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Supt. Ottaway, 26, Old Jewry, E. C. BERKSHIRE. 6.— Reading ( Borough).— For obtaining £ 2 by false pretences— J. WILLIAMSON, age 37, height 5 ft. 7 ins., complexion dark, clean shaven, American accent; dress, dark coat and vest, dark striped trousers, dark overcoat, black soft felt cleri- cal hat, wears Masonic Badge in buttonhole of coat, and pince- nez. Represents that he has just re- turned from " Edmonton, Canada,'' where he has a farm, stays at hotels, and coffee houses, and in- duces the proprietor or people staying there to advance him money, as he cannot obtain his draft from his Canadian bank, and gives an I. O. U. in the name of " J. Williamson, The Hollies, New- port Road, Cowes, Isle of Wight." Makes himself friendly with barmaids and waitresses, to whom he offers marriage. Warrant issued. . Information to the Chief Constable, Reading. 7.— Windsor ( Borough).— For fraudulent conversion of £ 43— ARCHIBALD CLAUDE CANNON, age 35, height 5 ft. 5 ins., stout build, round face, hair ( curly) and small moustache brown, bad teeth. A native of London; late a licensed victualler. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Windsor. CARNA RVONSHIRE. 8.— Bangor i^ ounty).— For leaving his wife and family chargeable to the Bangor and Beau- ! maris Union— JOHN JONES, ' alias JACK | LLEYN, age 54, height 5 ft. 6i ins., slight build, complexion and hair dark, eyes brown, thick eye- brows, and heavy moustache black, peacock tat- tooed right arm, dragoi » left do. A labourer. Left Bethesda in April last for South Wales. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Guest, Bangor. 9 THE POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, JANUARY 12, 1912. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( coiuinued)- CHESHIRE. 9.— Oakmero ( County).— For stealing from a labourer's hut at Alvarley, 4th or 5th inst., .£ 14 in a twill calico bag, fastened with rubber ring; 1 grey cap; 1 pair strong boots, size 9, recently repaired— JOHN RUSH, age 30, height 5 ft. 6 ins, good build, complexion, hair, and moustache dark; dress, dark jacket, dark cord trousers, light waistcoat, dark muffler, wearing the stolen boots. A farm labourer; ^" ative of Ballaghaderin. May be found at farms where Irish labourers are em- ployed, or at common lodging houses. Has been previously convicted. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Beeley, Oakmere. GLAMORGANSHIRE. 10.— Cardiff ( City).— For failing to report— ROBERT ARTHUR WALKER, Office No. 2027- 05, height 5 ft. 6A ins., slight build, complexion fresh, hair dark brown, slight dark moustache, eyes brown, scar right side of mouth, front left wrist, back left hand; sentenced Newcastle Quarter Sessions 1st July, 1909, to 3 years' penal servi- tude for stealing a' bicycle. Licensed 1st Septem- ber, 1911. j289. Warrant issued. 11.— Cardiff ( City).— For absconding with workhouse clothing, 4th ult.— MICHAEL BARRY, age 50, height 6 ft., complexion fresh, hair and moustache dark, turning grey, flat feet; dress, dark grey jacket and vest, cord trousers, Blucher boots, black and red muffler, dark cap, all stamped " Car- diff Union Workhouse." A labourer. May be found at common lodging houses or casual wards. Warrant issued. 12.— c ardiff ( City).— For failing to join their ships after negotiating their advance notes— JAMES DESMOND, age 33, height 5 ft 10 ins., complexion dark, hair brown, eyes hazel, coat of arms tattooed right forearm. A seaman, na- tive of Dublin.— HANS OLSEN, age 35, height 5 ft. 8 ins., complexion fair, hair brown, moustache light. A seaman, native of Norway. Warrants issued. IB.— C ardiff ( City).— For stealing 2 pairs of boots from their lodgings— PERCY WALLIS, age, 20, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 ins., strong build, com- plexion fresh, hair brown, clean shaven; dress blue serge suit, dark tweed overcoat, brown knitted wrapper with white stripes, brown boots. A painter or pugilist, native of London.— GEORGE PAYNE, age 27, height 5 ft. 10 or 11 ins., slight build, complexion, hair and moustache dark; dress, dark brown tweed suit, dark tweed overcoat, brown knitted wrapper with white stripes, shoes. A painter; stated they had been employed at New- port, that Wallis occasionally took part in box- ing contests, Payne acting as trainer. Warrant issued. Information to the Head Constable, Cardiff. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 14.— Stroud ( County).— For obtaining food and lodgings by false pretences, at Cranham, Nr. Painswick, 27th ult.— HENRY CHARLES DRI- VER, alias ANDREWS, REEVE, TRINDER and J. STANLEY VINCENT, late of the Dilly Farm, Bisley, Nr. Stroud, age 28, height 5 ft. llins., com- plexion sallow, hair, eyes, and moustache brown, middle and ring fingers right hand contracted, downcast look, stoops slightly; dress, grey mixture suit, dark or green mixture overcoat, with strap at back, slouch hat, brown boots. He calls upon hot « l keepers or private boarding houses and states that he has just come from Australia on a month's visit, engages rooms stating that he has a quantity of luggage at the railway station, and after staying a few days he writes a note ostensibly for the purpose of his luggage being fetched from the railway sta- tion, and in the meantime decamps. Is well known at Cheltenham, Worcester, Gloucester and Windsor, at which places he has been convicted. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Biggs, Stroud. HAMPSHIRE. 15.— Alton ( Cownty).— For stealing £ 1 at Oakhanger, 6th inst— A MAN, age about 23, height about 5 ft. 9 ins., slight build, complexion sallow, hair brown, front teeth decayed; dress, greenish suit, dark grey tweed overcoat, dark grey cap, muffler, rather heavy boots, plain fronts. Suf- fers from asthma, and may endeavour to seek ad- mission to an infirmary. A baker. Information to Supt. Reuben, Alton. HER TFORDSHIRE. 16.— Watford ( County).— For stealing from his lodgings 4s.; 1 pair lace boots and some under- clothing— RILEY HUGHES, Office No. S. 141028 age 23 ( looks older), height 5 ft. ins., stout build, complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue ( large), clean shaved; dress, blue jacket and trou- sers, fancy vest, white shirt and tie. Native of Kingston- on- Thames. Has served in the Royal Navy, and is known as " Sailor." He was last seen at Wembley 28th ult., and stated his inten tion of going to Notting Hill. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable. Watford. LANCASHIRE. 17.— Bootle ( Borough).— For obtaining £ 3 by false pretences, 27th ult.— HAROLD HUR RELL, alias JONES, age about 30, height 5 ft, 9 or 10 ins., complexion sallow, full face, hair and moustache dark brown, American accent; dress light overcoat and suit, black bowler hat, lace boots. Carried a brown leather brief bag. A pianoforte tuner. He engaged a young lady to take charge of a pianoforte saleroom, which he stated he had openeff, thereby obtaining the above amount as security. May be accompanied by a woman, age about 30, fashionably dressed, and 3 girls, ages from 10 to 14 years. - Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Bootle. LINCOLNSHIRE. 18.— Grantham ( County).— For housebieak- ing 23rd ult.— G. ANSCOMBE, alias GEORGE SUMMERS, and ARTHUR MARTIN, age 40, height about 6 ft., large round face, dimple each cheek, hair ( turning grey) dark, clean shaven, of good address, well educated, very talkative; dress, navy blue suit, light lace boots; may be wearing a navy blue overcoat. A painter and decorator; believed a native of London. Stated he had served in the Army and the South African Police, and was in receipt of a pension. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Peach, Grantham. NORFOLK. 19.— Norwich ( City).— For stealing ( servant) a quantity of printer's metal ( recovered)— FRANK SMITH, age 35, height 5 ft. 4f ins., complexion pale, hair and moustache light brown, eyes bluish grey, growth on right forefinger. A native of Ipswich. He was employed at a printing works here until 21st December last. Previously em- ployed as a scale- maker's fitter, and is well known at all stations on the Great Eastern Railway, hav- ing been engaged repairing weighing machines. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Guildhall, Norwich. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. 20.— Northampton ( Borough).— For obtain- ing 4s. by false pretences 2nd inst.— F. W. MOF- FATT, alias FREDERICK WILLIAM DA VIES and F. LITTLE WOOD, age 41, height 5 ft. ins. complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, wears glasses, scar centre of forehead, small scar right cheek; dress, brown overcoat, dark trousers and vest, hard felt hat. A clerk, native of Boston; — HANCOCK, alias THOMAS EDMUND YVHITTAKER and THOMAS RACE, age 33, height 5 ft. 5 ins., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, scar right side of head, nose, and fore- arm; dress, dark grey overcoat, dark trousers and vest, green soft felt hat. They took a shop 1st inst., stated they represented the Nottingham Lace Curtain Warehouse, Halifax, opening a new branch shop on 8th inst., advertised for canvassers, to whom they entrusted the sale of shilling checks, which were printed locally, accompanied the can- vassers on their rounds, and took the proceeds. The holders of the first hundred checks were each to receive a pair of curtains, value 3/ 11 without further charge. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Town Hall, Northampton. SHROPSHIRE. 21 .— Oswestry tCounty).— For burglary, ( see Case 34, 29th ult.)— EDWARD GRIFFITHS, Office No. 1239- 10, age 27, height 5 ft. 1\ ins., complexion sallow, hair brown, eyes blue; scars right side of head and right cheek, wart left thumb. A labourer; native of Cefn, nr. Ruabon. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hamlet, Oswestry. 22.— Wellington ( County).— For stealing from his lodgings at Hadley, 22nd ult., a suit of clothes ( recovered); 1 white shirt; and 1 silver watch chain, silver medal with gold centre at- tached.— HAROLD L. COLQUHOUN, alias SAM- UEL ARNOLD FRITH, age 25, height 5 ft. 7£ ins., complexion ruddy, hair dark brown, eyes brown, clean shaven, tattooed woman's bust right forearm, heart and crossed hands left forearm; dress, navy blue serge suit ( tight fitting), light green cap, stolen shirt, light lace boots. Was carrying a military black bag containing military canvas jacket, military gloves, socks and boots, No. 383, 2nd Bn. A. & S. Highlanders stamped thereon, also a pair of dark grey trousers and black coat ( working clothes). A fitter, native of Lawton, Cheshire; has been in the Army. Previously con- victed of larceny at Tunstall, Staffordshire. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Fulcher, Wellington. SOMERSETSHIRE. 23.— Weston- Super- Mare ( County), — For embezzling £ 136 7s. 8d., monies of the Som- erset County Council— JAMES POTT, age about 50 height about 5 ft. 8 ins., slightly round shoulders, complexion fresh, full round face, hair ( bald on top), iron grey, heavy moustache brown, may now be clean shaven, long eyelashes, addicted to drink, has a habit of rubbing his hands together when in conversation; dress, fawn colour rainproof over- coat, light grey suit, black bowler hat, brown boots, wore a plain gold ring. A solicitor; native of Manchester. Previously employed as Assistant Justice's Clerk at Wakefield. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Richardson, Weston- super- Mare. 24.— Bath ( City).— For stealing, 22nd ult.. a violin ( recovered)— FREDERICK POOLE, age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 10 or llins., hair and moustache brown, 2 teeth missing from right side, slight im- pediment in speech, both arms tattooed, bullet wound near right knee; dress, dark tweed suit, dark short coat, double breasted, silver tie- ring, old dark cap. Stated he was a checker on the Great West- ern Railway, and had been transferred from Bristol. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable; Bath. STAFFORDSHIRE. 25.— Newcastle ( County).— For failing to surrender to his bail at Burslem 2nd inst., charged with wounding at Kidsgrove, 17th ult.— OTTO KOHN, age 52, height 5 ft. 5 ins., stout build, complexion fresh, hair and moustache brown, turn- ing grey, eyes grey, mole right shoulder; dress, dark brown suit, light cap, lace boots, had with him a blue serge suit. A native of Berlin. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Biddulph, County Police, Newcastle, Staffs. 26 .— Uttoxeter ( County).— For stealing a cheque book at Denstone, 13th ult., also for steal- ing a white rubber weatherproof coat, in good con- dition— FRANK MERCHANT, alias FRANK R. BEECROFT, and A. H. PETERS, age about 20, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 ins., complexion fresh, hair dark, clean shaven, small mole under right eye, of good address and appearance; dress, blue serge suit, roll collar to coat, light tweed cap, black tie, celluloid collar, lace boots, nearly new. A native of Derby; he poses as a gentleman farmer or auc- tioneer. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hodkinson, Uttoxeter. SUSSEX ( East.) 27.— BOX hill ( County).— For stealing silver spoons, forks, vases and cruets, since found pledged — ALFRED CARTER, age 52, height 5 ft. 6 ins., complexion, hair and eyes dark, clean shaven. A stable hand: may be found at motor garages, cab yards, etc. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Bristow, Bexhill on Sea. 28.— Eastbourne [. Borough).— For house- breaking, 5th inst.— J. WILSON, age 50 to 55, height about 5 ft 6 ins., complexion ruddy, hair supposed light, small ragged moustache, carries his head slightly forward, wears spectacles with thick glasses, supposed wearing brownish overcoat, green- ish cap. A rag and bone gatherer; stays at com- mon lodging houses. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Eastbourne FRIDAY, JANUARY 12, 191- 2. THE POLICE GAZETTE. 8 PORTRAIT OF A. PERSON WANTED. OA RNA R VONSHIRE. 29.— Bangor { County).— For non- payment of £ 26 10s. maintenance arrears— DONALD ROB- ERT WATSON DRUMMOND, age 52, height 5 ft. 6J ins., complexion fresh, hair and moustache brown, eyes blue, large scar right of forehead and 3rd left finger, mole right cheek. A musical instru ment dealer; native of Inverness. See Case no 81, 24th March, 1911. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Guest, Bangor. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT (.<• untinued)- 80.— Hastings { Borough).— For non payment of maintenance arrears— HENRY JOHN FRED- ERICK CRANE, age 37, height 5 ft. 7 ins., com- plexion fresh, hair light brown ( may have a mous- tache), eyes grey, addicted to drink and cigarette smoking; wearing dark blue overcoat and bowler hat. He served with the Army Medical Corps in South Africa, which he often talks about. A clerk. Native of London. Warrant issued. 31 — Hastings { Borough).— For stealing from a first- class hotel, 1st inst., a long gold chain, small link pattern, pair of tortoise- shell eye- glasses at- tached; 1 small pearl necklace with small round paste clasp set sapphire; 1 pair Spanish gold ear- rings, plain; 1 gold filigree bandeau, set pearls, for the hair; 1 lady's square gun- metal watch, white dial, black hands, Roman figures, makers, John- son, Walker and Tolhurst, Conduit Street, London — C. C. FARMAN, age about 30, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 ins., round shoulders, complexion fair, hair light, clean shaven ; dress, loo* e dark overcoat, gre) suit, bowler hat, carried a stick.— L. C. CLIFTON, age about 30, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 ins., complexion fair, hair light; dress, loose dark overcoat, dark suit, bowler hat, carried an umbrella. They left behind a brown leather suit case containing 2 green baize bags, a jemmy, 15 ins. long, brace and 4 bits, makers, Preston & Son; 1 chisel, 1 thin wide steel knife " Butterfield, London Road," on blade; 3 small saws and a bundle of spare blades, all new; 1 old grey suit, striped flannelette pyjamas, " Caul- field, Phitu Shirt, 278 Seven Sisters Road " there- on, brushes, booktrees, and 3 pairs of slippers. SPECIMEN OF SIGNATURES. Information to the Chief Constable, Hastings. J SUSSEX ( West). 82.— Horsham Comity). —^ For obtaining £ 36 by false pretences, 12th June, 1911, and divers other dates since— CHARLES OSBORNE, age 29 height 5 ft. 9 ins., complexion, hair and slight mous tache ( wide parting) dark, eyes blue grey, very long, thin features, one little finger deformed Yorkshire accent; dress, dark grey suit with light stripes, cap, long green grey overcoat with belt at back. A draper's traveller, is a good entertainer at piano, juggling and other tricks; fond of bil- liards and betting. Absconded 26th ult., accom- panied by his wife and 2 children ( one age 4 years other 6 months), for London Bridge, in name of Harrison, had with them a perambulator. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Goldring, Horsham. 83. - Petworth ( County .— For false pre- tences— F. R. PARBURY, a medical practitioner ( supposed false), age about 36, height about 5 ft. 10 ins., slight build, complexion pale, hair and slight moustache light brown, prominent Roman nose, is fond of billiards and card playing, an in- veterate cigarette smoker. Frequents hotel billiard saloons. Stays at hotels, and when pressed for pay- ment of account, absconds. May be accompanied by a man. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Webling, Petworth. WILTSHIRE. Si.— Salisbury { City).— For obtaining £ 4, by a worthless cheque, No. CI32765, on the Lon don and South Western Bank, Fleet Street, Lon- don Branch, 22nd ult.— C. STREET ( supposed false), age 30, height about 5 ft. 8 ins., stout build, complexion dark, heavy dark moustache, plausible manner; wearing blue melton overcoat, with vel- vet collar, bowler hat, brown boots. The cheque is from a book which was stolen from an hotel in London on 20th November last ( see Case No. 53, 29th December, 1911). He called at a pork butcher's shop, ordered a ham, stated he was a re presentative of the firm of Nidd & Co., billiard ball manufacturers, Shaftesbury Avenue, London, W., and handed the salesman one of that firm's business cards; also informed him that Ee had no spare cash, and would thank him to change the cheque, which was made out for £ 5, and received £ 4 balance. Warrant issued. 85.— Salisbury { City).— For failing to report — ALBERT HENRY CAPPER, Office No. 1377- 11, age 51, height 5 ft. 7£ ins., complexion dark, hair dark brown, eyes grey; scar right side of head, front of nose, right little finger contracted, left forefinger has been broken; a shoemaker; na- tive of Carmarthen. Sentenced Salisbury Assizes 6th June, 1906, to 7 years' and 3 years' penal ser- vitude ( concurrent) for bigamy, etc. Licenced 11th August, 1911. g280. Information to the Chief Canstable, Salisbury. WORCES TERSHIRE. 86 — Evesham { County).— For stealing hay at Blockley, 3rd inst.— THOMAS JAMES, age about 40, height about 5 ft. 8 ins., complexion fair, hair ( rather long) dark brown, moustache ( cropped) brown; dress, dark jacket and vest, dark cord trousers, dark grey cap, heavy nailed boots. A gipsy. Travels the country, accompanied by his mother and 2 brothers in caravans. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Hill, Evesham. 87.— Halesowen { County).— For stealing ( bailee) fruit and vegetables— WILLIAM JONES, alias TAD, age 41, height 5 ft. 7 ins., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, burn scar right fore- arm, cut scar bridge of nose. A hawker, native of Halesowen; may have with him a piebald pony and a hawker's cart, " W. Grainger " in gilt letters each side. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Rudnick, Halesowen. YORKSHIRE ( North Riding). 88.— Cuisborough { County).— For steal- ing 6 pairs of socks; 2 bottles of whisky; and 6 bottles of brandy— R. HUSK, age about 45, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 ins., rather stout build, complexion fresh, hair brown, clean shaven; dress, dark blue suit; — HUSK ( wife of above), age about 40, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 ins., complexion sallow; dress, light blouse, black skirt, long blue overcoat, muff and fur, black hat. They were engaged as butler and cook on 3rd inst., and discharged 8th inst., on account of their intemperate habits. Are well known at Woldingham, Surrey, Victoria, Lon- don, and Chipstead, Sevenoaks, Kent. They booke to King's Cross, London, on 8th inst. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Rose, Guisborough. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 89.— Keighley { County)— For stealing, 2nd inst., a dark overcoat, strap on both wrists; 1 blue serge suit, " Albert Scull, Haworth," on tab of jacket; 1 pair boots, size 7, Public Benefit Boot Co." inside; 1 lady's gold Geneva watch, No. 127443; 1 Graves " Express" silver lever, No. 661158; 1 silver albert; 1 gold keeper ring; and 2s 4d.— ERNEST ELLIS, age 26, height 5ft. 6 ins., complexion fresh, hair dark brown; dress, dark overcoat, jacket and vest, old cord trousers, cap. A native of Keighley. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Birkhead, Keighley. • tO.— DeWSbury {/ orough).— For rape on 25th and 31st ult.— THOMAS GOULDING, alias SMITH, age 39, height 5 ft. 6| ins., stout build, complexion fresh, hair and eyes brown, moustache ginger, anchor right forearm, cross left wrist, flowers and heart left forearm, cut scar on nose; dress, grey coat and vest, moleskin trousers, green muffler, dark cap, strong lace boots. An iron- worker, native of Birmingham. During the last 8 years he has travelled the North and Midlands with his wife and family making and selling arti- ficial flowers. Is well known at common lodging houses at Sheffield, Birmingham and Durham; pre- viously convicted of assault, etc., at the latter town. Information to the Chief Constable, Tov- n Hall, Dewsbury. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. HAMPSHIRE. 41.- Cos port { County).— Committed for trial at Hants Assizes 7th prox., for stealing two bicycles — HARRY JONES, alias SUMMERS and " ER- NEST EDWINSON, age 24, height 5 ft. 6J ins., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue, tattooed sword, flower, anchor, clasped hands, snake right, sword, flower, snake and tree left forearm; dre6s, greenish jacket and trousers, jacket has two curved outer breast pockets, tight fitting trousers, grey- ish fancy vest, with light pearl buttons, brown boots, reversible front, with red stripes one side, green the other, bowler hat, narrow brim, wearing a double white metal watch chain, an imitation two- pound piece attached, and two gold colour rings. A native of Yorkshire. Has been convicted at Stone, Macclesfield, Marlborough, and Central Criminal Court, of bicycle stealing, and is believed wanted elsewhere. Information to Supt. Abel, Gosport. STAFFORDSHIRE. 42.- Lichfield { County).— Remanded till 17th inst., charged with stealing at Sandhills, a mackin- tosh coat ^ recovereH)— EDWARD WILLIAMS, age 42, heiglit 6 ft., slight build, complexion fresh, hair, moustache and eyes brown, burn scar inside right forearm; dress, brown overcoat, dark jacket, trousers, cap and muffler, old lace boots. A na- tive of Tividale , Staffs; PATRICK McDONALD, age 19, height 5 ft. 4 ins., complexion fresh, hair ( fringe on forehead) and eyes brown; dress dark jacket and trousers, grey vest, red muffler, light cap, old lace boots. A native of Tettenhall. Or- gan grinders. Information to Supt. Oakden, Lichfield. PROPERTY STOLEN. BERKSHIRE. 43.— R e a d i n g { Borough).— 3rd inst., by housebreaking, a silver watch, open face, key wind- ing ; 1 do., ( very old), outer case can be taken off; 9- ct. gold bangle, with heart ( chased); 1 do., imitation chaia pattern; 1 do., brooch, set pearls and rubies; 1 gold ring, set garnet ( cracked); 1 do., set pearls and turquoise in centre; 1 do., set pearls; 1 do. dress ring, set 3 pearls and 1 ruby; do., with initials " M. B.'' under glass; 1 gold locket and chain; 2 gold bracelets ( plain), with small gold safety chains attached; 1 gold safety pin, with 16 or 17 small pearls; 1 do., Winchester Cross in plain gold; 1 small linked gold chain with pendant ; 1 gold signet ring, initials " M. W'' thereon ; 1 gold ring, set 8 garnets; 1 do . set 3 garnets and 2 pearls; 1 crocodile leather purse old), containing £ 2 10s„; 1 greenish brown suit. THE POLICE GAZETTE. FRIJMY, JANUARY 12 19LI PROPERTY STOLBN-( c< ni/ i » wii). size 4; 1 silver watch, " Graves, Sheffield,'' oil dial, glass missing; 1 9- ct. gold ring, set stones ( white), one missing, place has been filled with gold; 1 9- ct. gold brooch, bar shape, with heart thereon; 1 5s. piece brooch; 2 4d. pieces, old. Information to the Chief Constable, Reading. 44.— Windsor ( Horvayh .— 4th in* t., from a dwelling house, a lady's small black handbag, con- taining about £ 12, and a small gold bead purse with flowers of coloured beads worked thereon, fastens with two knobs. Also several unpaid ac- counts from Windsor tradesmen, which may bear the name Tyson,'' and a card with B. West- lake " thereon, recording weights. By A MAN, age about 25, height about 5 ft. 6 ins., rather stiff build, clean shaven; dress, blue serge suit, dark cap. Information to the Chief Constable, Windsor. CHESHIRE. 45.— Hazel Grove ( County).— lst inst., by housebreaking at Northenden, a Post Office Sav- ings Bank book, issued at Barlowmoor Road Post Office, Didsbury, to Mrs. Clara Doro and her son, Leonard Gibson Doro, deposits to the amount of £ 3 3s.; a brown leather purse, clasp broken; and £ 4. Information to Supt. Dutton, Hazel Grove. 46.— Oakmere ( County).— 25th or 26ih ult., by burglary at Ashton, a silver cigarette case, gold lined inside, initials in centre, " A. J. C.," or may be in monogram. Information to Supt. Beeley, Oakmere. DORSETSHIRE. 17.— Poole ( Comity).— 7tli inst., by Louse- breaking at Branksome Park, a diamond half- moon brooch, one large diamond in centre, set claw; 1 marquet ring, large diamond in centre; 1 gold bracelet, set amethyst, pearls around, flexible; 1 do., set 2 diamonds and 3 rubies ( 1 ruby missing); 3 ladies' gold watches, chased backs, monogram on one, E. M. D.; 1 gun- metal watch, gold numerals and hands; 2 long plain gold chains; 1 gold locket and chain; 1 gold necklet, set small pearls; 1 amethyst heart pendant, set pearls; 1 gold and platinum ring; 1 plain horseshoe shaped pin, gold; 1 gold pin, set amethyst; 1 do., man riding bicycle; 1 enamelled shield locket, various colours; 1 plain round gold brooch, and earrings to match; 1 gold bar shape brooch, set pearls and turquoise; 1 gold shamrock leaf brooch, set pearls in centre ( square); 1 gold safety pin brooch, set diamonds; 2 strings of wnite topaz beacls; 1 hair comb, set turquoise; 4 gold studs; 1 small gold bird brooch; 1 mar- quetry brooch; 1 tortoiseshell lorgnette, gold mounted; about 50 pendants, small egg- shaped stones of different colours; gold band around cen- tre, gofd ring at top, known as Russian Easter Golden Eggs; 1 small miniature painting ( gentle man), on ivory, set gold with lovers' knot in pearls on top; 1 diamond pendant. All Russian jewellery. Information to Supt. Brown, Poole. ESSEX. 48.— South nd ( County).- 7th inst., a black overcoat, double breasted, fur lined,' black astra- chan c ollar and cuffs, black bone buttons; 1 grey tweed overcoat, herring bone pattern, lined Italian cloth, usu| al pockets, with flaps, which button, gauntlet cuffs, may have " Norwich " on inside of one pocket; 1 Burberry, waterproof coat, greyish fawn colour, vertical pockets, strap on cuffs, ' Bur- berry, maker," on tab; 1 lady's grey mackintosh, gilt buttons, vertical pockets, plain collar. Information to Supt. Maiden, Southend- on- Sea. HEREFORDSHIRE, 49.— Leominster ( County).— 21st till., at Brimfield a " Royal Enfield" bicycle, 26 in. frame ( black), brass transfer plate on front down tube, " Newport, Mon.," stamped thereon, slightly up- turned handlebars, with black or green tips, Bow- den horseshoe brake behind, ordinary lever front brake, rat- trap pedals, footrest missing off one, very large tool bag, back mudguard fastened with piece of leather lace. Supposed by MAN, aged 20 to 25, height 5 ft. 6 ins., slight build, com- plexion dark ; dress, long dark overcoat and cap, probably gone into South Wales. Information to Supt. Rooke, Leominster. KENT. 50.- Canterbury ( Comity).— 80th ult., at Heme, a B. S. A. bicycle, B. S. A. fittings, nearly new Palmer tyrw, New Departure hub brake on back wheel, front lever brake ( which is out of re- pair), usual parts plated, black mudguards, rat- trap pedals, black celluloid pump, fixed on back stay, ordinary dark bell, oil lamp, red and green at sides, tool bag containing spanner and a piece of rag. All fittings bear the B. S. A. mark, " A Rifle." Information to Supt. Heard, Canterbury. LANCASHIRE. 51.— Manchester ( City).— 1st inst., from a jeweller's shop, 13 plain 9- ct. gold cigarette cases; 6 engine turned gold do.; 1 do., with tur- quoise push- pin; 1 hammered 9- ct. gold cigarette case; 2 plain 9- ct. gold matchboxes; 1 engine turned do., with patent lighter: 1 plain 9- ct. gold cigarette tube, amber mouthpiece; 1 plain 9- ct. gold round matchbox; 1 15- ct. gold sovereign purse; 1 9- ct. gold do., double; 1 8- ct. gold do., single; 1 18- ct. gold cigar piercer; 1 engine turned 9- ct. gold matchbox; 1 9- ct. plain gold cigar cut- ter ; 1 hammered 9- ct. gold sovereign purse. Information to the Chief Constable, Manches- ter. SURREY. 5*-— Dorking ( County).— 2nd inst., at Kingswood, a " Rudge- WhitworEh " cycle, top of inverted brake handle broken, black enamelled, plated rims, 26 in. frame and wheels, slightly dropped handlebars, black grips, Clincher cover front, and Advance cover back wheel, rat- trap pedals, carrier on back tied with string, 2 plated oil lamps, believed " Demon." 2nd inst by burglary at Kingswood, 5 large silver medals, engraved Poodle Club and 2 poo- dles; 1 do., size of Is. piece, engraved " Curley '; 1 King Edward Coronation Medal, silver, King's head one side, and Earl's Court the other; 1 silver tea caddy spoon; 1 do. tea spoon; 1 do. souvenir spoon; 1 do. serviette ring; 1 do. christening cup; 4 do. pepper pots; 4 do. salt cellars; 2 do. mus- tard pots; 6 do. salt and mustard spoons; 1 do. plain rose bowl, silver wire top; T silver gilt spoon; 7 do., bon- bon spoons, inlaid blue enamel; 1 gold seal; 1 plated Fern pot; 1 do. plain cigarette case; 1 white satin lace cloth; 1 Oriental cloth; 1 oval top wicker work basket, leather handle; 1 dark grey overcoat, straps on back and sleeves; 20 cigars, Jeannigot brand, and lis. Information to Supt. Boon, Dorking. od.— ReigatO ( Borouyh).— 3rd inst., from an hotel, a blue velvet jewel case, about 6 by 4 by 2£ inches, with silver plated top ; 1 lady's gold key- less watch, very small, open face, Roman numerals, chased back; 1 lady's 18- ct. gold ring, set with 1 diamond and 2 rubies; 1 9- ct. gold ring, set with large moss agate; 1 string of pearls, with 18- cE. gold clasp; 1 gold and moonstone necklet; 1 pair of paste earrings, with pearl drops, one cracked; 1 very old gold necklace, formed of 14 strands woven with small gold locket, naval crown, and 5 pearls attached; 1 silver shoehorn; 1 pair of plain gold gipsy earrings, rather large; 1 gold safety pin brooch, with single diamond in centre; also several other brooches. Supposed by A MAN, age about 30, height 6 ft., slight build, fair, clean shaven, rather large nose; dress, blue serge suit, dark grey overcoat, bowler hat, foreign accent, carrying an old gladstone bag, who engaged an adjoining room in the hotel, and left ostensibly to visit a hairdresser's. 6th inst., by burglary, a brass travelling clock, about 4 or 5 inches high, " Yeovil, Somerset," on inside; 1 silver matchbox; 1 brown leather purse with metal clasp, containing £ 5 6s., and a game licence in the name of " J. H. Finlayson."; 1 sil- ver scent Bottle, about 2£ inches long; 1 small silver plated thermometer; 1 violin by " Hills, Lon- don," very dark colour nearly new, in a dull black wood case, lined with green velvet, large end slightly blistered. The case contained a square green tin, containing strings, a red velvet chin pad, and two keys tied together; 1 small silver dish, shape of a clover leaf, with handle about 2 inches long. Information to ETie Head Constable, Reigate. SUSSEX ( East). H.— Hallsham ( County^.— 8rd inst., at Hellingly, two bicycles ( 1st a Royal Enfield, enam- elleU black, two lever brakes, upturned handlebars, pressed paper grip on left, rubber pedals, Palmer tyre on back wheel bound with wire, two- speed gear, out of order, usual parts plated, but rusty, extra bar to frame; 2nd, rusty, emalledel black, front rim brake, old tyres, wire rim front, beaded edge back, handlebars plated, grey colour grips, front mudguard wTlh string. Information to Supt. Willard, Hailsham. 55. Brighton ( Borough,).— 4th inst., a double case silver Waltham watch; 1 demi- hunter gold watch, front case bent, glass missing; 1 old- fashioned double case silver watch, man with gun chased on back; 1 open face gold watch, no glass, engraved on back; 1 gold bow brooch, two tur- quoise set iu centre; 1 oval cornelian brooch, with gold rim and three or four small pearls in cen- tre; 2 small old- fashioned gold brooches, square, with hair in centre; 1 sm| all gold horseshoe brooch, pin missing; 1 old- fashioned rather heavy true lovers' knot, chased; 1 small chain, heart shaped locket attached; 1 gold pin, made from an American coin; 1 do., set pear shaped amethyst; 1 pair of gold sleeve links; 1 American coin, size of a crown; 1 1887 half- crown; 2 1887 sixpences. 1 very old sixpenny piece, similar to a two- shilling piece at back, gilded and mounted on watch chain ; 1 old- fashioned gold watch key, square, chased centre. Since 30th ult. a black serge coat, silk facings, single breasted, collar same material, black Italian cloth lining, slit pockets outside, one breast poc- ket, inside right, ticket pocket left side, has a very large inside left pocket, pair of fawn gloves, may have " Ellis" on tab; 1 single breasted overcoat, black, with dark green stripes, double cuffs, two outside, two inside and ticket pockets, brown gloves; and a Rudge- Whitworth bicycle, 26 by 1| ins. aluminium rims, Palmer tyre back, new cover on front wheel, North Road handlebars, fitted with odd inverted brakes, mudguards back and front, lady's rubber pedals, brieht aluminium. Information to the Chief Constable, Brighton. 56.— Eastbourne ( Borough).- During the past 7 weeks, a gold gipsy ring, set 5 Brazilian diamonds; 1 gold ring, set 2 rubies and 3 dia- monds; 1 plain gold ring"; 1 old paste buckle, sil- ver back; 1 rose diamond brooch, rose and leaf pattern. 9th inst., from a theatre, 3 wigs ( 1 light, 2 dark); 1 lady's do., dark brown; 1 do., plait, dark; 1 make- up box, and several make- ups; 2 boxes of Rowntree's chocolates; 60 packets of Woodbine cigarettes; 20 do. Goldflake; 20 do. Players; 12 Por Lauranger cigars. Suspicion is attached to A MAN, age about 30, height about 5 ft. 8 ins., rather slight build, complexion dark, clean shaven; wearing aark grey overcoat, hard felt hat. Of theatrical appearance. Information to the Chief Constable, Eastbourne. YORKSHIRE ( North Riding). 57.— Guisborough ( County).— Two bieech loading guns, single trigger ejector, .12 in bore, crest, " Hand holding a dagger upwards on gold circular " under stock, " William Evans, gunmaker, 63, Pall Mall," on rib; 1 pair shooting boots, size 8, toecaps, studded, may have " Hoby and Gul- lick, Pall Mall," stamped inside top of each. Sus- picion is attached to persons described in Case No. 38, current issue. Information to Supt. Rose, Guisborough. PROPERTY RECOVERED. HAMPSHIRE. 58. — A Idershot < County).— Motor bicycle Case No. 49, 27th October, 1911, and thief ar- rested. PERSONS OR BODIES FOUND. WO ROES TERSHIRE. • 59 — Worcester ( County).— Srd inst., in a reservoir at Wolverton, the body of a newly born ( fully developed) female child, probably been in the water a week or more. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Wor- cester. 5 ANIMALS, & c., STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 80.— N Division* — 31st ult., a black gelding, 15 years, 12£ hands, long mane, short tail, chipped knees, a set of plated harness, breast collar, and a small greengrocer's van, painted chocolate colour, lined red, undercarriage and wheels red, lined black, two side boards painted red, " R. J. Butler, 149, Essex Road, N." on sides. Information to be forwarded to the Metropoli- tan Police Office, New Scotland Yard. S. W. HEREFORDSHIRE. 61.— Leominster [ County).— 21st ult, a small German Schwepp terrier bitch, crossed with King Charles, answers to the name of Minnie, weight about 5 or 6 lbs., 4 years old, rather low on legs, very handsome and valuable, white col- our, with large brown patch over right eye, and similar patch over left eye, lemon ears, lemon patch on near side of tail and hip, leather collar, " Job Thomas, Usk," thereon, hair slightly rubbed off neck from collar. Information to Supt. Rooke, Leominster. APPREHENSIONS. Metropolitan Police District, 62.— Convict Supervision Office.— Convict Supervision Office,— ANN RYAN, Office No. 1097- 04, Tabular Form lst December, 1911, and current list of re- convictions. 83.- y 0# V/ s# o# » .- BILL BAILEY, Case No. 6, 15th September, 1911. 8Derbyshire, Chesterfield { Borough)— JAMES WILLIAM BUNTING, Of- fice No. 1181- 10, Case 13, 23rd September, 1910. 65.— Devonshire, Exeter ( City).— FREDERICK J. PEARCE, Office No. 1862- 08, Tabular Form, 7th July, 1911, at Wimbourne, Dor- set. 66.— Essex, Chelmsford ( County).— J. E. COOPER, olios L. STAPEL, Case No. 13, 29th ult., and remanded. 67.— Hampshire, Gosport ( County).— HARRY CUNNINGHAM, Case No. 16, 29th December, 1911, at Hull. 66.— Hertfordshire, Hitch in ( County). — PHILIP JOBBINS, Case No. 16, 24th Novem- ber, 1911, at Croydon, and bound over under the Probation of Offenders Act for 12 months. 69.— K ent, Canterhurv ( City).— WILLIAM J. LANGLEY, Case No. 27, 15th De- cember, 1911, at St. Albans. 70— Oxfordshire, Oxford ( City).— MAN, Case, No. 29, lst December, 1911, at Crewe, and sentenced to 3 years' imprisonment. 71— Sussex ( East), Eastbourne ( Borough)— R. HILL TREVOR, Case No. 34, 15th September, 1911. 72 — Yorkshire ( East Riding), Hull ( City)— CHARLES MURRAY, Office No. 294- 11, Tabular Form, 21st April, 1911, at Cologne, ( see Tabular Form 5th inst). LATEST INFORMATION. PORTRAIT OF A PERSON - WANTED. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). Is.— Knar& sborotrffh ( County).— For failing to surrender to his bail at Leeds Quarter Sessions, lst inst., charged with larceny ( hotel) — FRANCIS SHEED ANDERSON, age 37, height 5 ft. 6^ ins., complexion fresh, hair brown, eves blue, a fluent speaker. A clerk or traveller; native of Aberdeen. Fond of female society. Is known at Manchester, Leicester, Nottingham, and Folkestone. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Keel, Knaresborough. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. CHESHIRE. — Altrincham ( County).— For embezzling £ 25 15s. 4d.— ARTHUR McANNALLY, age 21, height 6 ft., slight build, complexion pale, hair ( bushy), light brown, eyes grey, nose turned slight- ly upwards; dress, green tweed Raglan overcoat, navy blue serge suit, hard felt hat, low shoes. A clerk; native of Altrincham. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Sutherland, Altrincham. DERBYSHIRE. 75.— Chesterfield ( Borough).— For embez. zlement, 7th June, 1911, and divers other dates— WALTER HARTLEY, age about 35, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 ins., complexion fresh, hair and moustache brown, scar centre of upper lip, slight nasal twang. A native of Chesterfield ; was employed as collec- tor by the Chesterfield Gas and Water Board. May be found acting as agent for " Bonovin." Absconded the beginning of December. 1911. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Borough Police, Chesterfield. PROPERTY STOLEN. CHESHIRE. £ 10 REWARD. Birkenhead ( County).— 11th inst., by housebreaking, at Bromborough, 3 racing cups ( 1 silver, engraved " Wirral Point to Point Steeple- chases, won by J. Stevenson; Sir Hubert II., 1911, 3 handles"; 1 electro plate, engraved " Wir- ral Hunt Steeplechases, Hooton Park, won by Sir Hubert II."; 1 silver, Wirral Polo Tournament); 2 silver dessert dishes; 2 do. candlesticks, large; 1 do. baby's drinking cup, engraved " Elizabeth Joan, 3rd Dec., 1910"; 4 do. dessert spoons; 4 do. table spoons : 5 do. tea spoons; and 1 do. afternoon tea spoons, all bearing crest, hand holding roll of paper; 2 do. dessert knives and forks; 1 GO salt ladle; 1 do. butter knife; 4 do. flower vases; 2 do. sweet dishes; 1 do. nut picker; 2 do. serviette rings; 1 do. tea caddy; 1 do. bottom of inkstand; 1 do. salver; 1 do. porridge bowl; 4 do. gilt spoons; 1 do. card case, very small, chain handle; 1 do. cream jug, fairly small, plain. The above reward will be paid by J. Stevenson, Esq., Stanhope House, Bromborough, Cheshire, to any person giving such information as will lead to the apprehension and conviction of the thief, and recovery of the property, or in proportion to the amount recovered. Information to Supt. Farnworth, County Hall, Birkenhead. APPREHENSIONS. Metropolitan Police District, 11.— S Division.— EDWARD GUR- NEY, Office No. 1457- 07, Case No. 53, 5th inst. 78— Hertfordshire, St. Albans ( City)— GEORGE FOSTER, Office No. 2641- 02, Cases 67, 12th, and 20, 19th December, 1902, at Slough, Bucks. MISSING. 79. » —. Since 6th July, 1911, fiom Heodon— LEONARD FRANK ' PORTWAY, ( Case No. 82, lst September, 1911), age 13, height 4 ft. 10 ins., complexion pale, hair dark brown, eyes blue, pro- truding lips; dress, brown Norfolk suit, blue and yellow tie, \ tf51te cricket shirt, black stockings. blue cap, lace boots. A native of Hendon, Middle- sex. He left home to proceed to school. A boy answering the above description, and who stated he was on his way to Liverpool, via Whitchurch, was seen travelling through Shrewsbury early in December, 1911. Information to be forwarded to the Metropoli- tan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. 2 T H E POLICE GAZETTE. TUESDAY, JANUARY 16, 1912. The undermentioned persons have failed to report under the Prevention of Crimes Act. The Registrar of habitual Criminals requests that wherever they may be found they may be dealt with provided there is sufficient evidence to substantiate a charge of failure to report in that district. Should there not be sufficient evidence to charge they should be strictlygcautioned and directed to report forthwith. Name and Metropolitan Office No. AGE. HEIGHT. CO. MP. HAIR. EYES. REMARKS. Conviction, Prison Register Number and Date Liberated. LICENCE- HOLDER. DONNELLY, WILLIAM, ahas MC- DONALD, GORDON. HOLMES, DONNOLLY, O'BRIEN. Office No. 12S4— 11. 26 5 6J fresh dk brn grey Scar bridge of nose, left side of forehead, sailor, " W. D.," stai. & c. right forearm, woman in tights and star left forearm, clasped hands left wrist, small cross back left hand. Sentenced Dublin City Sessions 14th May, 1909, to 3 and 3 years penal servitude ( concurrent) for larceny. ( Sentence to date from 12th April, 1909). Lincensed 20th July, 1911. D 841. * st - •> HAWKINS, GEORGE. Office No. 1246— 11. 23 5 4} ruddy sandy grey 2 scars on head, 1 centre of forehead, left . eyebrow, back of neck, " II. E. E. H." back left forearm, Kitty " back right forearm, & c. Native of Chesterfield. Sentenced Derby Assizes, 8th February, 1909, to 3 years penal servitude for warehousebreaking. Licensed 12th July, 1911. j 63. SUPERVISEE. ATKINSON, ROBERT, alius JONES. Office No. 887— 09. 26 5 4| fresh dk brn blue Scar outside right and left thumbs, left side of fore- head, blown mole left forearm and back of neck. Native of London. Sentenced Gloucester County Quarter Sessions, 28th June, 1911, to 4 months hard labour and 1 year's police supervision for countin - housebreaking, & c. Supervision expires 9th October, 1912. 88. List of Lioenoe- Holders, Supervisees, Expirees, who have been re- apprehended, for the week ended 6th January, 1912, with the result, & o. Division concerned, Office No. NAME. Sentence Date and Place. Fresh Offence with which charged. Re- convicted in Name of Name and Division of Officer. T. 1421 - 05 ANDERSON, MARK 14 days h. l. 4th Jan., Portli Petty Sess. Begging MARCUS DONALDSON E. H. 2224- - 99 BREWER, HENRY Bound over 2nd Jan.. Old St. P. Ct. Larceny HENRY BENSON W. 392- - 07 BROGAN, EDWARD 6 months h. l. 5th Jan., Middlesbrough Qr. Sess. 4th Jan.. South Western P. Ct. 1st Jan., Worcester Co. Qr. Sess 8th Jan., East Ham P. Ct. Larceny Same Name N. H. K. 119— 08 1785— 0 BUP. FORD. HERBERT u EORGE COLK, JAMES 3 and 3 months, and 20s. or 14 days h. l ( concurrent) 12 months h. l. False preiences ( 2 cases) and illegal pawning Larceny Same Name MARTIN WOOD G. S. H65- - 02 FENLEY, CHARLES 9 months h. l. P. of C. Act. Same Name P. T. V. W. 2932- - 02 GRESSEN, FREDERICK 3 years p. s. 8th Jan., Middlesex Sess. Burglary, etc. CHARLES WILSON T. 1487- - OH GRIFFITHS, WILLIAM 1 month h. l. 5th Jan., Salisbury City Qr. Sess. 6th Jan., Middlesex Sess 1st Jan., Southampton Co. P. Ct. 2nd Jan., Surrey Qr. Sess. Larceny Same Name X. G. H. J. N. 31- 1985- - 10 - 01 HAYNES, JOSEPH JEFFERY, JOHN* 3 years p. s., and 3 and 3 yeara p. s. ( con- current) 1 day Countinghousc- breaking, office breaking and housebreaking Pedlars' Act. Same Name Same Name G. T. V. Y. 2269- - 99 JONES, ALBERT CHAS. Bound over Larceny Same Name P. 1209- - 00 KNOWLES, HENRY 1 day 1st Jan., Berks. Qr. Sess. Larceny Same Name 46321 LEACH, HENRY 7 days h. l. llth Dec, Hhagader 1'. Ct. False pretences Same Name N. S, 46321 2344— 01 LEACH, HENRY LEE, MATTHEW 6 weeks h. l. 6 weeks h. l. 18th Dec , Newtown P. Ct. 4th Jan., Bow St. P. Cr. Larceny Larceny CHARLES HENRY LEACH MATTHEW DESMOND H. H. W. 143'- 1837- - 10 - 06 LUCAS, AliTHUR McBRIDE, JAMES 1'. 9 months h. l. & 2 years police supervision 3 years p. s. 4th Jan., Noitlianifton Co. Qr. Sess. 3rd Jan., Derby Co. Sess. Burglary Larceny WILLIAM LUCAS GEORGE GREENLEE B. E. F. L. V 897- - 11 MORTIMER. BERTRAM 1 month h. l. 5th Jan.. Manchester City P. Ct. 1st Jan., Marylebone P. Ct. 2nd Jan., Bedford Qr Sess. Failing to report Same Name D. G. S. Y. K. 3249 1703 - 01 - 07 MURRAY, FREDERICK NICHOLLS, WILLIAM 3 and 1 months h. l. ( consecutive) 6 months h. l. Assault on Police & carrying revolver without licence Warehouse breaking FREDERICK BLISS WM. NIXON A. B. F. T. V. C. M. 434 2693- - 02 - 96 O'BRIEN, EDMOND O'CONNOR, JOHN 6 weeks h. l. 12 months h. l. 1st Jan., Westminster P. Ct. 1st Jan., Durham Qr. Sess. Stealing workhouse clothing Fraud Same Name Same Name G. Y. 1097 - 04 RYAN, ANN 3 months h. l. 3rd Jan., Clerkenwell P. Ct. Failing to report Same Name R. 2825 - 96 SHEA, JEREMIAH 3s. 6d. or 1 day 1st Jan., Greenwich P. Ct. Drunkenness Same Name R. 3604 - 96 SMITH, DANIEL 3 years p. s. 4th Jan., West Kent Qr. Sess Housebreaking Same Name . A. D. E. 371 1225 - 99 - 04 SMITH, JOHN SULLIVAN. GEORGE 3 and 3 months h. l. ( consecutive) 1 month h. l. 3rd Jan., Manchester P. Ct. 6th Jan.. Marylebone P. Ct. Frequenting and Assault on Police Unlawful possession JOHN CASSIDY Same Name 85c - 01 TURNER, THOMAS 5 years p. s. 3rd Jan., Usk Qr. Sess. Housebreaking Same Name T. 3231 — 01 WATKIN, JOHN 6 months h. l. 5th Jan., Westminster P. Ct. P. of C. Act JOHN WATKINs H. K. W. Y. 811— 01 764— 09 A'lLSON, GEO. WRIGHT, FREDERICK 3 years p. s. and 7 years detention Bound over 3rd Jan., Dorset Qr. Sess. 6th Jan., North London P. Ct. Burglary Larceny GEORGE TAYLOR Same Name P. C. Hunter, 518H, and P. O. Hunt, 486II. P. C. Cowles, C. I. D., V. and P. S. Pusey, C. I. D., V. P. C. Foster, C. I. D., K. P. S. Oldham. 40Y, and P. S. Goodchild, C. I. D., Y. P. C. Allen, C. I. D., X, and P. C. Higglesden, C. I. D., X. P. C. Tongue, 226E, and P. C. Wiltshire, C. I. D., E. P. C. Pook, 427D. P C. Browne, 500B. P. S. Powell, C. I. D., Y. P. C. Farrell, C. I D., D, and P. S. Yard, C. I. D., D. P. C. Waters, 4+ 2B, and P. S. Reid, C. I. D., B. P. C. Miller, 919Y, and P. S. Monahan. C. I. D., Y. LONDON: PRINTED FOB Hit MAJESTY'S STATIONERY OFFICE BY J. J. KELIHER 4 Co., LTD., 33, KINO WILLIAM STREET, E. C„ CRAVEN HOUSE, KINGSWAY, W. C., 4 MARSHALSEA WORKS, S. K.