GAZETTE PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SERIES. FRIDAY, JANUARY 3, 1913. VOL. XXX., No. 3028. 1. All communications for insertion in the POLICE GAZETTE, and all communica- tions relating to them, should be addressed to THE EDITOR OF THE POLICE GAZETTE, NEW SCOTLAND YABD, LONDON, S. W. 2. Particulars concerning persons whose apprehension is sought will be inserted in one issue of the POLICE GAZETTE, if they are sufficient to enable action to be taken upon them by another force. 8. Particulars as to stolen property will be likewise inserted in one issue, if sufficient to enable the article in question to be thereby identified. 4. In all cases where a reward is offered, the name and address of some person responsible for the payment must be given, and the exact conditions must be clearly stated. 6. Portraits of Persons whose apprehension is sought for serious offences will be inserted at a cost of 8s. per portrait, and engravings of stolen property at a cost of 6s. per photograph or sketch, unless tht 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. tf. 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. 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All payments must be in advance, either at the office, Sew 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 b « prepaid at the ordinary rate for printed matter sent by post within the United Kingdom. THE EDITOB, New Scotland Yard, London, S. W. DOUBTFUL TRADERS and SWINDLERS. THE FOLLOWING List of Doubtful Traders and Swindlers is inserted for the information of Police. Complaints are frequently received, but no action can be taken against the offenders unless process is first obtained by persons defrauded: — 1 CHARLES BRODERICK, aliases GEORGE LEBAM, FRENCH and EDWARDS. A maker of poultry appliances ( incubators, sheds, etc.). Has carried on business at various addressses in Wandsworth for several years— now trading at 101, Allfarthing Lane, Wandsworth, and at Huntmoor Road, East Hill, Wandsworth. Keeps no stock and is unable to make the articles ordered, unless he gets cash with the order to enable him to procure the necessary materials. Rarely supplies goods paid for, unless consider- able pressure is brought to bear on him. G. R. No. 641526. 2 COOPER, W., 753, Old Kent Road.— A dealer in bicycles, greenhouses, and accessories. He seems to do a genuine business; but his methods are unsatisfactory.— POLICE GAZETTE, 8th December, 1899. ( No. 111967.) 3 DAVIS & CO., alias ALLEN k CO., 9, Peckham Park Road, and ALFRED & CO., 26, Denmark Hill, S. E., and other addresses in various parts of London, pawnbrokers and jewellers. They advertise unredeemed pledges at very low prices; but the articles usually turn out to be of inferior quality.— POLICE GAZETTE, 7th November, 1902. ( No. 156466.) 4 EMANUEL & CO., 31, Clapham Road, and other addresses.— Other names ( WEST, TEMPEST, & c.) and other addresses also used.— Advertise plate, " sealskin" jackets, bankrupt stock, & c. Frequently insert advertisements under a Christian name, that, owing to adverse circum- stances, wedding and other presents will be sold at a sacrifice." Fulfil obligations, but cause many complaints to reach Police. ( No. 165651.) 5 ERSKINE CYCLE WORKS, otherwise " WIL- LIAMS & CO.," " DISC PHONOGRAPH CO.," & c., 84, Erskine Road, Walthamstow.— Adver- tise in Provincial Press cycles on easy payment system. Advertisements so worded that unless carefully read, intending purchasers imagine that the machine will be sent on payment of the first instalment— it is not supplied till fully paid for. The firm is conducted by one Wm. Clark and his brother. They do not make cycles, but purchase from wholesale dealers as required. Gen. Reg. No. 472098. 6 FALKLAND MANUFACTURING CO., Har- ringay; LANGHAM RUBBER CO., Tottenham; ALLENDALE, MOTOR TYRE MERCHANT, Tottenham.— Under these and other titles and at other addresses, three men named Pallash obtain goods of various descriptions and neglect to pay. When pressed a cheque ( frequently not met on presentation) is occasionally sent. Many complaints reach Police, but no clear case of fraud has yet been established. ( No. 28412.). 7 FISHER & SONS, ARMY CLOTHING CON- TRACTORS, Artillery Place, Woolwich.— An old- established firm with very lax business methods. They advertise extensively, and great trouble is experienced in obtaining goods paid for. Upon pressure being brought to bear, the articles are usually forwarded with some lame excuse for the delay. G. R. No. 569820. 8 GLOBE ENLARGING CO., 27, Worship Street; MIDLAND ENLARGING CO., 76, Mildmay Park.— Conducted by a man who used respec- tively the names Watson and Greenwood. He now trades as a picture frame maker at Stoke Newington in the name of Sidney Mendoza & Co. Patrons find much difficulty in obtaining their enlargements or the return of their nega- tives. ( No. 206211.) 9 GOLD BRICK SWINDLE.— Swindlers write from America to relations of lately deceased per- sons, stating that the deceased had assisted writer to start in business ( generally gold prospecting) that the business has prospered, and he is de- sirous of handing a share of the profits to his benefactor or family. Correspondence ensues, and finally an advance of money is requested upon the security of a bar of gold. The " bar of gold " is really brass.— POLICE GAZETTE, 7th March, 1902. ( No. 133001.) 10 THE GORDON MEMORIAL Day Nursery and The SHAFTESBURY MEMORIAL Shoe Black Brigade for the Homeless, Destitute, Deaf, Dumb, and Crippled Boys, 154, Denmark Street, St. George's- in- the- East.— Conducted by Andrew McLaglen, who poses as a Bishop. He now re- sides at Mona House, Grove Park Terrace, Chiswick. It has not yet been found possible to sustain a criminal prosecution. — POLICE GAZETTE, 26th January, 1906, and 24th August, 1906. ( No. 130310.) 11 HAMBURG LOTTERIES.— These and other foreign lotteries are illegal, and the Police will give no assistance or advice to persons who meddle with them.— POLICE GAZETTE, 25th November, 1898. ( Gen. Regy.). 12 JOHN HAMMOND & CO., 94, St. Mary's Road, Leyton.— Advertise as live stock and poultry breeders. Many complaints received owing to neglect to execute orders. They advertise canaries and other song birds at a very cheap rate. ( No. 170101.) 13 J. A. HARDY & CO., or THE UNITED KING- DOM COLONIAL, FOREIGN & GENERAL ACCOUNTANCY, Chancery Lane, E. C.— A bogus debt collecting agency. The proprietor very seldom attends the office; clients entrusting debts for collection are told when they presi for settlement that the amounts collected have been more than used in the cost of collection. ( No. 182638.) 14 HIPPOLYTE, alias LE BLUFF.— POLICE GAZETTE, 20th December, 1901.— Now uses name of MORDAUNT, and advertises from 25a, Trafalgar Road, East Greenwich. ( No. 105029.) 15 IMPERIAL ART SUPPLY CO., or THE LIT- ERARY BUREAU, Chichester House. Chan- cery Lane, and 17, Ranelagh Avenue, Fulham. — Same people also conduct the ALBION SHOW CARD CO., 203, Strand.— Advertise home em- ployment. Applicants receive a circular so carefully and guardedly worded as to make a charge of fraud most difficult. ( No. 172493.) 16 KEW TRADING ASSOCIATION, 16, Victoria Parade, Kew.— Many complaints reach Police because of the misleading nature of its adver- tisements. Nothing has been ascertained to justify Police action. ( No. 171830.) 17 THE NOVELTY CO.. otherwise GOWER & CO., SUTTONS, LTD.. THE CHEAP PACKING CO., 898, Romford Road, E. Carried on by G. Gower, alias W. T. Sutton, at 898, Romford Road, E. Advertises cheap toys and novelties, and generally supplies the goods after some delay. G. R. No. 468115. 18 THE ROYAL FINE ART CO., otherwise RE- GAL ENAMOTYPE CO., GREAT EASTERN PHOTO ENLARGEMENT CO., and ROYAL ENAMOTYPE CO., 150, Malmesbury Road. Bow, E.; 31, Arbery Road, Bow, E.; " and 110, Windmill Lane, Maryland Point. Stratford. E. Carried on by three brothers- in- law, viz.: — William Brown, Joseph Meider, and William Kelly. They and their agents travel the country soliciting orders for enlargements, and customers who have paid money in advance frequently ex- perience great, difficulty in obtaining either the enlargement or the return of their " own photo- graphs. G. R. No. 699855. 6 T H E P O L I C E G A Z E T T E. I'RTDAY, JANUARY 17, 1913. DOUBTFUL TRADERS, & c. { continued)— 19 THE SCOTTISH PHOTOGRAPHIC TOUR- ING AND PICTORIAL POST CARD CO., 229, ( late 88), Kennington Road, S. E., Manager, Alf. Fry, late 105, Euston Road, and Glasgow. ( POLICE GAZETTE, 8th February, 1907.)— Representa- tives seek permission to photograph premises, & c., a proof is shown and an order solicited. Payment in full or a deposit is requested at time of giving the order. Very considerable difficulty is experienced in obtaining the pictures. ( No. 186807.) 20 GEORGE SCRIMSHAW, using the names of MRS. CLAYTON, W. FRANCIS, W. JOHN- SON, and MORRIS, and the addresses, 3, Omega Terrace, and 129, King's Road, Chelsea, answers advertisements for the sale or purchase of dogs. His transactions are unsatisfactory, but in some few cases he appears to pay for dogs obtained, and to send dogs for money re- ceived. A number of complaints are received. He has been convicted. C. I. D., No. 184108. 21 SMITH & CO., alifis NORTH & CO., and THOMAS SMITH PAYNTER. — Advertises home employment. The nature of the work is to retail for 2s. a nickel pen and pencil case, which is supplied at Is. Id. The article is practically useless. Fred Paynter was recently sentenced to 12 months hard labour for this fraud. He appealed, but the appeal was dis- missed.— POLICE GAZETTE, 24th February, 1893. ( No. 77433.) 22 SPANISH SWINDLE.— This fraud has many phases, the most common being a sum of money either buried in the ground or impounded some- where on account of debt, which, on being re- leased, is to be divided between the swindler or his " orphan d- aughter" and the dupe.— POLICE GAZETTE, 21st October, 1898. ( No. 183560.) 23 D. STEVENS or DAVIES or HARRIS, & c., The Laurels, West Drayton, Middlesex.— Dealer in birds, which he advertises for sale, but fails to supply for some time. Usually makes excuse that orders arrive faster than he can satisfy them. ( No. 170194.) 24 STRAMONIUM CIGARETTE • CEMENT & MARKING INK FRAUD.— The swindlers call upon shopkeepers and induce them to become agents for the sale of Stramonium, Bronchial, and other cigarettes, marking inks and cement. — POLICE GAZETTE, 2nd May, 1902, and 16th October, 1908. ( No. 85057.) 25 TANQUEREY, A., Paris.— Free portrait swin- dle. Writes prominent persons— and others— ask- ing them to send their photograph, and promising to make an enlargement free. Before sending the picture he demands money for, either ( a) cost of a suitable frame, or ( 6) cost of packing case and transit. In either case the sum asked is ex- orbitant, and more than covers the whole cost of production. Unless the money is sent, photo- graph is neither returned nor promise fulfilled.— POLICE GAZETTE, 21st September, 1900. ( No. 74139.) 26 VARNEY, 40, Angel Lane, Stratford.— Some- times advertises in the name of HUMMEL.— Deals in live stock, & c. Very dilatory in his business methods, and makes plausible excuses when complaints are received. ( No. 143164.) AR OIT E . APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT l.— Convict Supervision Office.— JxlMES CONNOR, Office No. 1020- 05, Tabular- Form, 6th December, 1912; not now wanted. He has reported. Convict Supervision Office.— JOHN CROCKER, Office No. S. 154748, Case 1, 25th October, 1912, not now wanted-, order of revocation returned to Home Qffice. 8.— SC Division « — For unlawful negotiation of a seaman's advance note.— JAKE MARTIN, age 40, height 5 ft. 8 ins., complexion, hair and moustache dark, eyes blue; dress, blue serge suit, black cap, lace boots. A native of Belvedere, Kent. Warrant issued. 4.— K Division.— For unlawful negotiation of a seaman's advance note.— H. MILLER, age 38, height 5 ft. 9 ins., complexion fresh, hair and moustache light, eyes blue; dress, grey mixture suit, blue cap, lace boots. A seaman; native of Canning Town. Warrant issued. 5.— K Division.— For unlawful negotiation of a seaman's advance note.— OWEN BRENNAN, age 50, height 5 ft. 4 ins., stout build, complexion fresh, broad features, hair dark, turning grey, eyes brown; dress, dark suit and cap, black necker- chief, lace boots. A seaman; native of Canning Town. Warrant issued. 6.— p Division.— For obtaining 6s. lOd. by false pretences.— FRANK CHRISTIE, age 23, height 5 ft. 6J in., complexion fresh, hair light, eyes blue; heart, shamrock, thistle and rose right arm. A native of Bradford. Is a deserter from the 18th Hussars, wearing khaki uniform. He calls upon clergymen, states he has been robbed, and asks for a loan to pay his fare to Bradford for the purpose of conveying horses to Tidworth. Warrant issued. 7.— P Division.— For stealing ( servant), 22nd ult., a gold three- bar brooch, safety chain attached to top bar, set very large diamond in centre; 2 lady's gold rings, 1 set large diamond, claw setting, converted from gentleman's, 1 set 3 diamonds; 3 gold bracelets, 1 made of 3 bands, set large sapphire, surrounded by diamonds in centre, 1 band, set daisy in diamonds in centre, leaves along top set diamonds, 1 plain band, snap fastening, safety chain attached to each; 1 long fine link gold neckchain, chased gold- rimmed eye- glass and gold telescope pencil case attached; 1 plain silver cream jug, square base, very old; 6 silver dessert knives and forks, mother- o'- pearl handles; 1 large magnifying glass, embossed silver handle, about 4 ins. long; 6 plated fish knives and forks, fish engraved on blades; 1 plated orange saw, mother- o'- pearl handle.— MAURICE RENAUT, age 18, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 ins., complexion, hair and eyes ( wide apart), dark; large red hands, tobacco stain on fingers; dress, dark shabby suit, light mackintosh, grey mixture cap, dark blue shirt, dark tie, old patent leather boots. Information to be forwarded to the Metropoli- tan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. CITY OF LONDON. 8.— For stealing ( servant) £ 16, 7th December.— WILLIAM WATLING, age about 33, height 5 ft. 9 ins., complexion, hair and eyes dark, anchor and other marks supposed left arm, fleshy growth over left thumb- nail; dress, blue serge suit, pepper and salt colour overcoat, strap at back, red and green mixture tie, bowler hat, lace boots. A native of London. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Ottaway, 26, Old Jewry, E. C. on forehead, anchor left forearm; dress, dark jacket and vest, cord trousers, old lace boots. A native of Rawmarsh, Yorkshire; 2nd, age 35, height 5 ft. 4£ ins., complexion pale, hair and eyes brown, burn scar right leg; dress, black jacket and trousers, dark cap, old lace boots. A native of Westwood, Notts. Information to Supt. Fennell, Alfreton. GLAMORGANSHIRE. 11.— Cardiff { City).— For living in part on the earnings of prostitution.— THEODORE PENN, age about 26, height 5 ft. 6 ins., com- plexion fresh, haii- light, clean shaven; wearing dark overcoat, soft hat. A clerk; native of Pontypridd. Warrant issued. 12.— Cardiff { City).— For failing to join his ship after negotiating his advance note.— AL BERT WILLIAMS, age 30, height 5 ft. 9 ins., hair dark, clean shaven, blue mark across bridge of nose, left thumb missing; wearing blue serge suit ( American pattern), green felt hat. A seaman. Warrant issued. 13.— Cardiff { City).— For stealing a black suit, 1 while silk muffler, 1 fancy vest, red with white squares, buttons missing, 1 cream- colour shirt with green stripe, 1 dark rough cloth overcoat.— ARTHUR WEBB, age 19, height 5 ft. 10 ins., complexion and hair dark, oval face, clean shaven, butterfly back of one hand; dress, blue serge suit, white silk muffler, blucher boots, cap. A seaman or collier. Warrant issued. 14.— Cardiff { City).— For obtaining by false pretences, a blue serge suit, slit in back of jacket, gauntlet cuffs, jacket cut low and fastens with two buttons, corners rounded, trousers full at knees, permanently turned up at bottoms; and a light brown suit with two- inch stripe, slit back of jacket, gauntlet cuffs, jacket cut low and fastens with two buttons, corners rounded, American sleeves, trousers full at knees, permanently turned up at bottoms. Both suits to fit a man 6 ft. 2 ins., 44- in. breast, " Stewart & Stewart, Tailors, Cardiff," on tab inside each pocket.— ARTHUR BIRD- SALL, alias CONNOR, age 35 to 40, height 6 ft. 1 or 2 ins., powerful build, complexion fresh, full round face, clean shaven, hair brown; wearing light suit, cap. Believed native of Sheffield. Warrant issued. Infox- mation to the Head Constable, Cardiff. HAMPSHIRE. 15.— Woolston { County).— For stealing £ 15 lis., cash- box, and 7 keys at Eastleigh, 26th December.— SAMUEL CROSS, alias BARBER, age about 39, height about 6 ft., clean shaven; dress, blue suit, grey mixture overcoat, green soft hat, lace boots, size 11. Has been employed as traveller by a firm of stationers and also as agent for the Workmen's Legal Friendly Society. Left Eastleigh 27th December. Supposed native of Bristol. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Litt'lewood, Woolston. 16— Portsmouth { Borough).— For leaving his wife and children chargeable to the Parish.— JOHN PALMER, age 41, height 5 ft. 6 ins., good build, hair ( bald on top) dark, heavy moustache black; dress, blue coat, white cord vest and trousers, cap. A labourer. Is accompanied by his son, age 15. May have gone to the West of England or South Wales. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Portsmouth. LANCASHIRE. 17 — Manchester { City).— For stealing a piano ( recovered)— HERBERT OWEN, age 18 ( looks older), height 5 ft. 6 ins., hair light brown, bushy eyebrows, eyes grey, complexion fair, long face, round chin, smartly dressed. He will prob- ably seek employment as pianist at picture palaces, public- houses, etc. Warrant issued. 18.— Manchester { City).— For embezzle- ment, and stealing a brown brief bag; 9 pairs of forceps, 1 syringe and 6 small impression trays. — WILLIAM JARVIS, age 38, height 5 ft. 8 ins., complexion sallow, hair brown, clean shaven, eyes blue; dress, fawn- colour overcoat, light tweed suit, soft black hat. A native of Dublin. He was em- ployed as a dentist's assistant. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, Manchester. 19.— Blackpool { Borough).— For stealing a black and blue striped velvet dress.— MINNIE HILL, age 23, height 5 ft. 5 ins., slight build, complexion pale, thin face, hair light, eyes grey; dress, blue print dress, apron, round green hat, short grey fur, button boots with violet colour tops, may be wearing the stolen dress. A nursemaid. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Blackpool. For the information of Police and. for their guidance, it is to be noted that there is a tendency among certain doubtful traders to dispose of the letters they receive in answer to their advertisements to other doubtful traders, either by sale or exchange. The signature is then cut from each letter, affixed to an artfully worded circular and sent to the writer. The recipient [ frequently writes Police to enquire how his or her signature came into possession of sender, or suggesting that it has been forged. Very many, however, seeing their own signature, imagine that the firm is genuine, and so are easily deceived. A BERDEENSHIRE. 9-— Aberdeen '.{ City).— For embezzling £ 61 14s. 6d., between 1st November, 1910, and 5th December, 1912, while acting as treasurer to the Great North of Scotland Railway Workmen's Society.— WILLIAM MILNE, age 36, height 5 ft. 5 ins., slightly bow- legged, complexion fresh, hair dark, brownish grey moustache; dress, dark tweed suit, heavy dark overcoat; carried a large brown leather handbag ( new). He left Aberdeen 6th ult., for Perth. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, Aberdeen. DERBYSHIRE. 10.— A I f r e t O n { County)— For burglary, 15th ult., at Blackwell.— TWO MEN: 1st, age 37, height 5 ft. 10 ins., complexion fresh, hair brown, moustache light, eyes blue, scar on nose, coal scar TUESDAY, JANUARY 3, 1913. T H E P O L I C E G A Z E T T E. 3 PORTRAITS OF PERSONS WANTED. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT. 20.— C Divisionm— For receiving on 28th November, 1912, a jade ornament.— IAN MEY- NELL, alias DAVID WATSON, B. D. WATSON, HILDYARD, HOME, DRUMMOND, and VIVIAN BLACK WELL, Office No. S/ 2265, age suspected that he is in the provinces and may be accompanied by a woman, age about 30, height 5 ft. 9 ins., complexion pale, of smart appearance; wearing black curly fur coat ( three- quarter length), large white felt hat, trimmed black feathers. 39, height 6 ft. £- in., complexion pale, hair dark brown, eyes blue," mole on right cheek; dress, blue serge suit, blue Melton overcoat, black hard felt hat dark knot tie. A native of Cupar. It is Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropoli- tan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. NOR THA MP TONSHIRE. 21.— Wellingborough { County). — For embezzling £ 400, monies of a Co- operative Society. — ARTHUR GEORGE WIX, age 32, height dish; dress, dark grey jacket suit, and overcoat, hard hat, lace boots. A native of Wellingborough. Absconded 1 " CTi December, 1912. about 5 ft. 5 ins., complexion fresh, appearance of a heavy drinker, hair dark brown, moustache red- Warrant issued. Information to Supt. IvTacleod, Wellingborough. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). Il.- Doncaster { Borough). For stealing, 16th December, 1912, from a temperance hotel, a lady's English lever gold watch, gold faced, plain back, with initials ' E. L.' thereon; 1 lady's gold watch, glass missing, gold faced; 1 9- ct. gold curb bracelet, had attached gold seal and small heart with pearl in centre; 1 9- ct. gold band bracelet, chased; 1 9- ct. gold chain bracelet, with amethyst charm, wish bone, gold heart, cricket stumps and lady's ring, set turquoise and 2 pearls; 1 lady's gold ring, set pink corals and 1 small diamond; 1 sable fur boa, with 2 tails. RICHARD WILSON, alias WALTERS and GORDON, Office No. 315- 10 ( see Illustrated Circular 106, figure 34, and Case 16, Police Gazette, 20th inst.) ; age 31, height 5 ft. 8A ins., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes grey, wears pince- nez; dress, dark suit, greyish brown overcoat with belt at back, black bat attached; 1 lady's gold ring, set with 1 diamond and 2 sapphires; 2 gold band bracelets, with gold cross attached to one; 1 chain bracelet, with gold padlock and locket attached; 1 gold brooch, set with pearls; 1 old- fashioned brooch; 1 lady's gold chain, heart set, 3 pearls attached ; 1 gold ring, set dark stone ( recovered, pawned); 1 hard felt hat, navy blue striped muffler, soft cream- coloured collar; appearance of a commercial traveller. Arrest also sought at Selby ( Yorkshire, West Riding). Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Doncaster. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT (. continue* fy- NORFOLK. 23.— Norwich ( City).— For obtaining a waterproof coat and £ 3 18s. by a worthless cheque, No. D. 86665, dated 17th December, 1912, on the National Provincial Bank of England, Savoy Court, 96 and 97, Strand, W. C.— J. WATTS, age 35 to 40, height 5 ft. 7 ins. or 8 ins., complexion, hair and moustache dark, round, plump face; of smart appearance; wearing greenish overcoat, black hard felt hat. The cheque is one from a book lost or stolen in London in July, 1912. He ap- pears identical with C. S. Orrin, Case No. 9, 20th December. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Guildhall, Norwich. SOMERSE TSHIRE. H— Weston- Super- Mare ( County).— For obtaining £ 4 16s. 3d., £ 3 19s., and £ 4 by false pretences, 23rd ult,— GEORGE BOOTH, age 40 to 45, height 5 ft. 8 ins., complexion, hair and moustache dark; dress, fawn- colour overcoat, dark trousers, grey soft hat, brown kid gloves. He called upon tradesmen, made purchases, and in payment tendered seamen's advance notes and re- ceived the balance. Is identical with MAN, Cases Nos. 12 and 24, 13th ult. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Richardson, Weston- super- Mare. STAFFORDSHIRE. 25.—, Lichfield ( County).— For stealing, 28th December, a bicycle ( recovered).— MARTIN RE- GAN, alias RUDD and FINNEY, age 35, height 5 ft. 5 ins., complexion pale, hair, slight moustache and eyes dark; dress, dark grey or dark blue suit, cap. Supposed a native of Hednesford, Staffs. Pledged by above ( supposed stolen), a silver Eng- lish lever watch, white dial, Roman numerals, glass cracked, No. 542460, " D. Lapinski < fc Co., Dalston, London, N. E.," on face, bow screw mis- sing, white metal chain with key at end, attached. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Oakden, Lichfield. 2G.— Newcastle ( County).— For stealing at Madeley, 6th December, 2 horses ( recovered).— WILLIAM EDGE, age 28, height 5 ft. 4A ins., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes brown, flags right forearm, cross, W. E. Edge, man's head, and portrait of the Queen surmounted with cross left forearm; wearing dark clothing, over- coat, muffler and cap. A native of Hanley. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Biddulph, County Police, Newcastle. 27. - Tettenhall ( County).— For obtaining food by false pretences and stealing a set of fire brasses ( recovered) and a grey mackintosh ( worn) between 16th and 19th ult.— GEORGE HUGHES, alias HARRIS, age 28, height 5 ft. 9 or 10 ins., complexion fresh, hair and slight moustache dark, eyes blue; 2 prominent front teeth; dress, dark grey tweed suit, black hard hat, white spotted tie, lace boots. Native of Droitwich. See Case No. 29, 27th ult. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Robotham, Tettenhall. WORCESTERSHIRE. 28.— Worcester ( County).— On Bench warrant for failing to surrender to his bail at Quarter Sessions, 30th December, charged with burglary.— BOB CLARKE NASH, age 32, height 5 ft. 9 ins., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, large scar inside right arm, end of left fore- finger missing; dress, dark grey suit, three- quarter length dust coat, lace boots, dark grey cap. A dealer; native of Smethwick, Staffs. Had in his possession £ 30, and may endeavour to leave the country. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, • County Police, Worcester. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. DORSETSHIRE. 29.— Beaminster Cotnrty).— Sentenced to one month imprisonment for larceny ( person) and recommended for expulsion.— ANTONIO RIOZ- ZIE, alias THOMAS FITCH, Office No. S. 134685, • an Italian, age about 35, height 5 ft. 8A ius., com- plexion and hair dark, eyes blue, left leg below knee missing. Information to Supt. King, Beaminster. 4 PORTRAIT OF A PERSON IN CUSTODY. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 80.— Criminal Investigation De- partment*— Committed for trial at Central Criminal Court, 7th January, charged with pro- curing his wife to become a common prostitute. bandy, complexion pale, hair grey, eyes blue, wart over left eye; dress, dark suit, fawn- colour mackin- tosh, green soft felt hat. Supposed a native of Castlebar. — TIMOTHY PATRICK O'CONNOR, alias HUGHES, T. T. HEALY and MURPHY, age 40 ( looks much older), height 5 ft. ins., slightly Information to be forwarded to the Metropoli- tan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. PERSONS IN CUSTODY ( continue,)— OXFORDSHIRE. 81.— Banbury ( Borough).— Committed for trial at the next Quarter Sessions, 10th inst., charged with stealing boots and shoes.— JOHN SULLIVAN, alias TAYLOR, Office No. 693- 09, age 30, height 5 ft. 3^ ins., complexion fresh, hair light brown, eyes brown; scar right side of head, left eyebrow, inside right forefinger, near- sighted; dress, old clothes and cap; an organ grinder; native of Oldham; and GEORGE HUSHLEY, alias CUNNINGHAM, Office No. S. 155675, age 22, height 5 ft. 7i ins., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes hazel; woman's head and " Winnie" tattooed right wrist; dress, dirty old clothes and cap; a labourer, native of Tavistock. Information to the Chief Constable, Banburv. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 32.— B a r n S I e y ( Borough).— Remanded, charged with obtaining money by false pretences. — PATRICK MORAN, alius JAMES VERITY, THOMAS BENTLEY, WELSH and JOHN THOMPSON, Office No. 1481- 00, age 60, height 5 ft. 6 ins., complexion sallow^ hair and moustache brown, eyes grey, half bracelet right wrist, woman left forearm; a hawker of spectacles.— JOHN SMITH, Office No. S/ 51275, age 34, height 5 ft. 5 ins., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, mous- tache brown, eyes hazel, rose and leaves right for&- arm, dot base of left thumb, nose inclined to right; a scissors hawker; native of Hull. These men called upon well- to- do residents, falsely repre- sented themselves to be Corporation scavengers and obtained various sums of money as Christmas- boxes. May be wanted elsewhere. Photographs at this office. Information to the Chief Constable, Barnsley. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 33.— N Division.— 4th ult., a gold mosaic pendant ( shape of shamrock); 1 gold double bar brooch ( harp in centre, shamrock each side); 1 lady's silver Geneva watch, blue enamel, floral face, gold hands, chased back; 1 small plush jewel- case, lined blue satin, silver mounts; 1 antique silver neck- chain ( composed of yellow stones, silver fittings); 1 blue enamel silver brooch, pendant at- tached ; 6 dinner knives, McPherson on blades, white handles; 2 pairs silver entree dishes, oval, embossed scroll work, 12 by 8 ins.; 1 do. cream jug and sugar basin, plain, chased edges; 2 pairs do. salt cellars and spoons; 1 silver lever watch, No. 8932, maker Marsh, Birmingham; 1 lady's silver albert; 2 do. pencil- cases ( extending); 1 do. fruit knife, mother- o'- pearl handle; 1 do. curb bangle; 6 electro- plated tea- spoons; 1 do. sugar basin, basket pattern, chased; 1 do. muffineer; 6 do. dessert spoons, W. P. E. P. W. A. J, thereon; 12 do. large dinner forks, do.; 1 9- ct. gold neck- chain, plain pattern; 1 pair do. sleeve links; 1 pair 18- ct. gold sleeve links, A. J. K., Christmas, 190—, thereon; 1 9- ct. gold pendant, heart shape, set pearls; 1 18- ct. gold brooch, beetle pattern, set pearls, turquoise and rubies; 1 9- ct. pencil- case ( fluted pattern); 2 Brittany brooches, mosaic, Brittany Arms on one, dove the other; 1 Swiss mosaic pendant, shape of cross; 1 ring, set red stone; 1 George III. 5s.- piece; also a quantity of silver and bronze foreign coins. 34.— 5 Divisionm— 28th December, a roughish dark blue dressing- case, size 36 by 28 and 8 ins. deep, J. C. in gold letters on side, mak^- s probably Graves, Birmingham, in dark cover with same initials, usual silver fittings, J. C. in monogram thereon, floral design, Fleur de lis, containing: 2 yellowish pearl necklaces, 1 short, 1 long, gold oblong- shape clasp, set sapphires surrounded with diamonds ; 2 collars of pearls and diamonds, 1 in small blue case, one in small brown case; 1 diadem on velvet band, set brilliants; 1 gold bracelet, set diamonds, can be worn without the diamonds; 4 gold brooches ( 1 set pearls shape of a bow, with brilliant drop, pearl missing; 1 do. set 1 pearl and brilliants, pin missing; 1 gold lace, set turquoise, surrounded with brilliants; 1 do. set rubies and diamonds, A. V. and German Imperial Crown on top); 2 medals, 1 silver, portrait of Queen Wilholmina, with orange ribbon attached, 1 silver gilt, with Fur Kunst und Wissenschaft, thereon; 2 lady's gold rings, 1 set pearl surrounded with diamonds; 2 pairs silver sleeve links, 1 set amethyst, 1 set moonstone; 1 silver manicure polisher, and 1 silver brush with handle, J. C. M. in monogram thereon; 1 yellow leather case, fitted with 4 bottles containing perfume; and 1 blue leather photograph frame, containing three photo- graphs. Information to be forwarded to the Metropoli- tan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. CAMBRIDGESHIRE. 35.— Cambridge [ Borough).— 20th ult., by housebreaking, a lady's gold watch, open face, gilt, may have " Cole & Sons, makers," on works; 1 do. long gold chain, small plain links; 1 oval gold locket, chased one side, fern- leaf engraved on other; 1 lady's 5^ stone diamond ring; 1 do. gold keeper ring, " Mizpah " thereon; 1 do. gold ring, set blue stones and pearls in cluster; 1 gold buckle ring; 1 lady's do.; 1 gold band bracelet, about i- in. wide, set small diamond; 1 set of artificial teeth; and £ 4 or £ 5. Information to the Chief Constable, Borough Police, Cambridge. DERBYSHIRE. 36.— Alfreton ( County).— Between 24th and 30th December, at Handley, a spirit level, rose- wood, brass top, " G. W. Twyford" inside tube, makers " Preston & Son," stamped on brass; 1 small screw driver; 1 steel saw set; 2 American saw files ( 1 large, 1 small) 1 small hammer; 5 wood chisels ( 1 1- in., 1 1- 3/ 16- in., 1 lj- in., 1 1" in., 1 U- in.), wooden handles, " G. W. Twyford " stamped thereon; 1 do., l|- in.; 1 bull- nosed steel plane, black enamelled; 1 pair hinges, 3- ins.; 1 hatchet, weight 2 lbs. Information to Supt. Fennell, Alfreton. 37 — Chesterfield ( Borough).— 14th ult., a a dark fawn overcoat, Raglan make, vertical pockets, 4 buttons on front, " Lacey Bros., & Marchant, 294, High Holborn, London," in white cotton on black satin, stitched in back, rainproof. 16th ult., a black overcoat, velvet collar; 1 hollow- ground razor, black handle, in case.— Suspicion is attached to a man who gave name of ERNEST HARRISON, a clicker, age about 40, height 5 ft. 8 ins., hair dark brown, clean shaven, top teeth missing, tattooed both arms, horse on right wrist, " Sceptre" beneath; dress, black suit with double- breasted vest, dark check cap. Supposed native of Kettering. Information to the Chief Constable, Chesterfield. ESSEX. 38.— Brentwood ( County).— Between 20th and 26th ult. Two foreign pearl necklaces, gold snap fastenings; 1 large silver teapot, round, large at bottom, stands on four feet, chased, handle and feet plain, very old; 1 lady's old silver watch; 1 long imitation gold chain; 1 silver brooch, raised in centre; 1 dressing- gown, saxe- blue, Japanese padding, hem about 9 ins. deep; 1 little white ashmere cloak and hood combined, lined blue silk, small pocket inside. Information to Supt. Cowell, Brentwood. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. 39.— Cheltenham ( County).- 11th December, a bicycle, black enamelled, red lines, 26 in. frame, non- skid Dunlop tyres, 3- speed gear, flat handle- bars, green grips, 2 lever brakes, " Hughes and Sons, Cheltenham," on back mudguard, rather rusty condition, black oil lamp attached. Information to Supt. Hopkins, Cheltenham. 40 — Bristol ( City).— 23rd December, by housebreaking. A lady's 18- ct. gold boat ring, set ~ diamonds and 3 sapphires, nearly new; 1 do., gold ring, set 3 diamonds, gipsy setting; 1 do., gold dress ring, set single row of pearls ( believed 8), claw setting; 1 15- ct. gold curb bracelet, heart- shaped lock attached; 1 do., knot bangle; 1 18- ct. gold brooch, walking- stick design, " A" set in pearls in centre; 1 do., necktie brooch, " C. C. " in pearls; 1 lady's gold neck chain, cut links, heart pattern locket set 3 pearls attached; 1 set of 4 plain round gold studs with bevelled edges; 1 dia- mond screw stud; 1 lady's old turquoise cluster ring. 26th December, by housebreaking.— A lady's gold watch, open face, chased back with plain centre, white face, black hands; 1 long gold watch chain, Kruger florin, gold- plated, and 2 English farthings, one Queen Victoria, the other King Edward, attached; 1 gold neck chain, gold heart set small stones, attached; 1 plain gold ring with shield, initials " P. G. C." thereon; 1 gold brooch, shape of a horn and fox; 1 silver bracelet, set green stones, shape of shamrock leaves; 1 expanding gold- plated bracelet; 1 silver watch; 3 paste brooches. Information to the Chief Constable, Bristol. HAMPSHIRE. 41.— Portsmouth ( Borough).— 31st Decem- ber, from a pawnshop, watches ( 1 English lever, maker " Graves," No. 715, M. A./ scratched in- side; 1 ladys 14- ct. keyless, No. 33772, 9- ct. chain attached; 1 silver lever, No. 103282, B/ scratched inside; 1 do., maker " Samuel," No. 145013; 1 silver, No. 23930, Y/ O scratched inside; 2 do., Y/ O scratched inside; 1 do. keyless, No. 105, F/ O inside; 1 silver, No. 10518, L/- inside; 1 do. lever, No. 73912; 1 do., E/ O inside; 1 do. Geneva, No. 97907, F/ O inside; 1 do., F/. inside; 1 do. keyless, " John Forrest" maker, O/- inside; 1 lady's 9- ct. keyless, No. 31295, 8/ inside; 1 silver lever, O/ O inside; 1 lady's silver keyless, enamel- led black, No. 327632; 1 do. Geneva, No. 5040, Y/ O inside; 1 do., No. 56604, F/- inside; 1 do., No. 30530, Y/- inside; 1 do. 9- ct. keyless, No. 51094, S/. inside; 1 lady's silver Geneva, No. 22587, Y/ O inside; 1 do., No. 51170, Y/ O inside; 1 do. keyless, No. 81031, Y/ O inside; 1 do. Geneva, No. 335666, Y/ O inside; 1 silver keyless, No. 105, F/ O inside; 1 lady's silver, No. 711109; 1 do., No. 24577; 1 do. Geneva, No. 13195; 1 do., No. 29643; 1 silver, No. 4364); rings ( 1 lady's 9- ct. fancy, set 3 red and 2 white stones, A/ O inside; 1 do., set 5 white paste stones, A/, inside; 1 do. wedding, F/ inside; 1 do. buckle; 1 do. fancy, set 3 red stones and 2 pearls, F/ inside; 1 do., A/ inside; 1 do., 12- ct., set 6 stones; 1 do., 15- ct., set amethyst and pearls; 1 do. 9- ct. wedding, Y/ O inside; 1 do. 18- ct. diamond, set 1 stone; 1 do. 9- ct. wedding; 1 do. fancy, set 3 stones; 1 do. snake; 1 do. cluster; 1 do. wed- ding; 1 do. 18- ct. fancy, set 6 small diamonds in centre; 1 do. 9- ct. fancy; 1 do. 18- ct. single- stone diamond; 1 do. 9- ct. fancy, set 3 white and 2 red stones; 1 do. paste cluster; 1 do. 15- ct. fancy, set 2 rubies and opal; 1 do. 18- ct. fancy, set 2 rubies and diamond; 1 do. 9- ct., set 9 white and 2 red stones; 1 do., set 5 paste stones; 1 9- ct. FKJIMY, JANUARY 1013. T H E P O L I C E G A Z E T T E. PROPERTY STOLEN—< i"< f"< « « *. signet; 1 15- ct. do.; 1 9- ct. garnet snake; 1 do. signet, set red stones; 1 do. fancy, A/- inside; 1 do. signet, M/ O inside; 1 do. double snake, set red and white stones; 1 do. double snake, set 2 garnets; 1 single- stone garnet snake; 1 9- ct. garnet snake); chains ( 1 silver curb albert; 1 do. long curb albert; 1 do. curb albert, 4 small and 1 long link alternately; 5 do. alberts); bracelets ( 1 9- ct.; 1 18- ct. gold heavy case curb). All second- hand. Information to the Chief Constable, Portsmouth HER TFORDSHIRE. 42.— Watford ( County).— 22nd December, by housebreaking.— A " black japanned cash- box, 4 ins. by 3 ins., containing £ 3; 1 black alpaca skirt; 1 pair grey striped tweed trousers; 1 new plain black silk blouse, black insertion; 1 lady's small brown crocodile purse and 8s. 6d.; 1 cardboard box con- taining old coins; 1 set of artificial teeth, spring at sides; 1 tin tobacco box, containing 2s. 6d. half- penny stamps; 1 old verge watch, minus case; 1 old- fashioned Church Service book, 4 ins. by 3 ins., with " Harriett Lee, 15 June, 1& 69," inside, imitation gold band round edge, clasp fastening; 2 gold wedding rings ( one broken); 1 old keeper ring, very thin; 1 silver brooch, size of five- shilling- piece, small stones round edge, large yellow stone in centre; 1 brooch, Queen Victoria florin, 1887; 1 small square silver locket, pair of com- passes thereon; 1 grey fur boa, 2 claws and small tails, 1 Christ Church Missionary box, 6 ins. by 3 ins. Information to the . Deputy Chief Constable, Watford. KENT. 43.— Folkestone' ( Borough).- 29th December, a gold pendant, set diamond with large pearl drop; 1 turquoise and pearl necklace; 1 round gold pendant, set turquoise and pearls; 1 long gold bar brooch, set turquoise and diamonds; 1 gold feather brooch, pearls down centre; 1 gold cat brooch, green eyes, holding pearl in paw; 1 plain gold cigarette case; 1 large gold and pearl pin; 1 small do.; 1 gold pin set turquoise; 1 plain gold safety pin; 3 pearl studs; 1 pair gold sleeve links, mother- o'pearl and jewel centre; 1 pair gold quartz sleeve links; 1 row of pink coral beads. Information to the Chief Constable, Folkestone. 4 L— Tunbridge Wells ( Borough).- 21st ult.— A b'cycle, " Road Racer," flat handle- bars, " Clipper" tyres, B. S. A. fittings, Bluemel celluloid mud- guards, enamelled black, wood rims, back pedalling brake, Eadie " Coaster hub, rat- trap pedals, Brooks' saddle, lamp, bell; maker's name believed " Cross, Tunbridge Wells," transfer there- on ; rims are by a French maker. Information to Chief Constable, Tunbrfdge Wells. LANCASHIRE. 4o.— B lackftOOl ( Borough).— 18th ult., an iron offertory box, painted green, gilt edges, aperture for insertion of coins, shape of a cross. Information to the Chief Constable, Blackpool. NORFOLK. 46 — N O r W i C h ( City).— 24th ult., from Britannia Barracks.— A brown overcoat, heavy rough material, double- breasted, lined, band at back with 2 buttons thereon, 2 outside pockets, nearly new; 1 " dark grey jacket and vest, believed tweed material; V- shaped cuffs on sleeves, button thereon, rounded corners at front, 2 outside pockets, 1 inside, vest has 4 pockets; 1 pair of smooth black trousers, unlined, ordinary pockets, repaired at bottoms.— Suspicion is attached to A MAN, age 22, height 5 ft. 4| ins., good build, clean shaven, hair brown, eyes blue, scar back of head, on crown, mole left thigh; dressed in khaki, but may be wearing the stolen clothing. Believed native of St. Mary's, Cambridge. Also had a dark suit in his possession when at the barracks. En- listed at King's Lynn 3 weeks ago. 47 — Norwich ( City).— 25th or 2Gth December, by h ® rsebreaking.— Two silver- plated breakfast dishes, oblong, 15 ins. long by 10 ins. wide, 4 ins. deep, with hot water arrangement underneath, scrolled around edge, handle in centre; 1 silver- plated sonp tureen, fluted, 15 ins. high, oval, handle each end; 1 silver- plated teapot, figure of a bee thereon, black bone top and handle, plain, holds about 1 pint; 1 silver fluted tea- pot, black handle and knob, holds pints; 1 silver- plated toast- rack, arch shape, handle at top, plain, holds 6 pieces; 1 ordinary square silver- plated toast^ rack, plain, holds 6 pieces; 1 very small silver toast- rack, holds 4 pieces, oval, plain; 1 silver coffee- pot, flowered, black handle, holds 1 pint; 1 silver- plated hot- water jug, plain body, fluted around lid, holds li pints, crest of a bee thereon; 2 silver- plated muffineers; 2 silver salt cellars, flowered, oval, standing on 3 legs; 1 silver pepper- box on pedestal, egg- cup shape, plain, 3 ins. high; 1 silver mustard- pot, plain, about 2| ins. high, blue glass lining, with the Harbord crest ( rampant lion, etc.), thereon; 1 silver- plated kettle, plain, holds 4 pints, oval, on stand with 4 legs; 1 Egyptian cigarette- box, 7 by 4 ins., filigree pattern; 1 cigarette- box, 7 by 2 ins., raised figures of horse and soldier there- on ; 1 small square brass carriage- clock; 1 silver fish- knife, shape of a trowel, open- work pattern; 1 silver ink- stand, figure of a monkey on lid; 1 silver pen- holder; 1 do., set in tortoiseshell, mounted with gold; 1 small silver candle- stick, fluted, plain bottom; 1 silver letter- clip, on leather stand, " B. B." thereon; 1 silver thermometer, blue velvet back; 1 silver paper- knife. " Bobbie" there- on ; 1 silver cup, filigree pattern of roses on out- side, gilt inside; 1 small silver match- box, 2 ins. long, 1 in. deep; 1 silver ash- tray, Quaker face pattern ; 1 pair silver sugar- tongs, shape of a stork ; 1 Queen Anne cream jug; 1 agate box with rim of gold; 1 small telescope, set turquoise; 1 oval magnifying glass, tortoiseshell and silver ; 1 Austra- lian bean, mounted in silver, as a match- box; 1 oblong gold box, 2 by 1 in., Indian manufacture; 1 silver thimble; 1 small silver spoon, plain, 3 ins. long; 1 card- case, ivory, set in eold, 3i by 2 ins.; 1 pin- cushion, silver, shape of a chicken; 2 gold seals on gold ring, old fashioned; 1 silver sugar- bowl, " George" coin inset in bottom; 2 sets of glasses with silver tops from dressing- cases, " B. H." thereon; 4 brooches, silver, shape of wheat- ear, set paste diamonds; 2 gold pencil- cases; 12 silver buttons, size of florin; 1 very large gold repeater watch, old, key wind, picture on back; 1 lady's small gold watch, plain white face, gold hands, " B. S. H. D." monogram on back, key wind; 1 small bon- bon box, horn, set in gold ; 1 silver sugar- bowl and tongs; 1 silver candle- stick; 1 plated do.; 1 pewter do.; 2 silver- plated photograph- frames with photograph of lady therein; 3 silver slit rings, different sizes; 1 scarlet and purple table- cloth, flowered, reversible, rough edging; 1 gold bar brooch, li ins. long, set 5 sapphires; 1 pair of small diamond earrings, pearl drop, diamond por- tion shape of a leaf; 1 silver pocket- flask, very- large, plain; 1 gold bracelet, flat, set 2 carbuncles surrounded with brilliants; 1 gold locket, oval, set carbuncle surrounded with brilliants; 1 chate- laine, gold, 3 blue enamelled drops with gold stars thereon and a key at end, " Adorable" thereon; 1 brass pen- tray, shape of a leaf, a rabbit at end in brass- work; 1 small gilt basket, 4 ins. long, 2 ins. high, with handle; 1 small brass bell, Indian work, tongue missing. Information to the Chief Constable, Guildhall, Norwich. — Northamptonshire, North- ampton ( B( rrough).— 30H'S KING, Office No. 930- 12, Tabular Form, 15th November, 1912, has reported himself. 57 — Sussex ( East), Eastbourne ( Borough).— GEORGE COOPER, alia* CHAS. COOPER, Case No. 34, 6th December. 58. Westmorland, Appleby { CountyJ.- JOHN BRIGGS, Case No. 31, 8th March. 1912. 59— Yorkshire ( West Riding), Bradford I City).— ALFRED BRIGGS, Office No. 1218- 09, Case 51, 8th October, 1909, and Tabular Form, 5th November, 1909, warrant with- drawn. 60.— Yorkshire ( East Riding), Hull ( Citi/).— WILFRED CHARLTON, Case No. 37, 1st November and J. HAIGH, alias MOVERLEY, Case No. 52, 13th December, 1912. LATEST INFORMATION. PORTRAITS OF PERSONS WANTED. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 61.— Doncaster ( County).— For stealing title deeds and promissory notes, 17th February, 1912. CLARENCE CHARLES ELLIOTT, " age 30, height 5 ft. 5 ins., complexion fresh, hair and mous- tache ginger, eves blue: of slovenly appearance; SURREY. 48.— Woking ( County).— 22nd ult., by house- breaking at Wisley, a silver pepper- pot, about 2 ins. high, plain; 1 do. mustard- pot, very small, oblong, blue glass inside; 1 do. spoon, small knob at end; 1 pruning knife, horn handle, 2 blades; 1 pair pliers, with edge for cutting wire; 1 small silver tea- spoon, ram's- head handle. Information to Supt. Marks. Woking. WORCESTERSHIRE. • 19.— Dudley ( Borough.).— 20th December, from the person, a gold pin, set diamonds, shape part ridge, with red eyes. Information to Chief Supt. Speke, Dudley. i. . i..^—- jnfM dress, brown jactcet ana veso, Drown cord trousers and leggings, dark cap, heavy nailed boots. A farmer; native of North Elmsall. Is fond of. playing dominoes in public- houses. Had in his possession about £ 15. Absconded 29th December. May endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. 62.— Doncaster ( County).— For obtaining 10s. Hd. by false pretences at Hatfield, 19th De- cember.— WILLIAM GREEN, alias POLSON, age 25, height 5 ft. 7 ins., complexion fresh, hair reddish, eyes blue; dress, navy blue suit, black ANIMALS, & c., STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE\ DISTRICT 50.— y Division « — 29th December, 2 horses : 1st, bay, 13 hands, hog mane, short tail, near fore shoe missing, 3 white marks on back; 2nd, dark bay, 13i hands, 5 years old, shod all round, in good condition. Information to be forwared to the Metropoli- tan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. SPECIAL NOTICE. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 51.— E Division.— Referring to Case No. 40, 25th October, 1912, CHARLES GRANVILLE is now in custody. An anonymous letter posted at Bournemouth has been received alleging that Gran- ville is identical with a man named J , who was wanted about 7 years ago on a charge of com- mitting bigamy with a Mrs. Parker, and is said to have wronged several other women in a similar manner. If anything is known please communicate with the Metropolitan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. APPREHENSIONS. Metropolitan Police District, 52.- C Division.— CHARLES EDGERLEY, alias EDGLEY, Case No. 3, 22nd November, 1912. 5S-.— G Division.— FRED DAVIS, Case No. 5, 10th May, 1912. 51.— Berkshire, Reading ( Borough).— JAMES RIXON, Office No. 2075- 02, Case 5, 13th September, 1912, at Slough. 55.— Lancashire, St. Helens ( Borough).— THOMAS or HENRY WEBB, Case No. 22, 27th December, 1912. overcoat, bowler hat, heavy gold ring on 3rd right finger. A labourer; native of Wigan. Stated he was a member of the Wesleyan Methodist Society, that he had left his luggage at the station and required the money for the purpose of paying his return fare. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, County Police. Wakefield. APPREHENSION SOUGHT. SURREY. 63 — Woking ( County). G. BOOTH, Case No. 38, 27th December, has been identified as HENRY WILLIAM MARCK, Office No. 1517- 99, age 47, height 5 ft. 5 ins., complexion sallow, hair ( curly) dark brown, slight moustache dark, eyes brown, scar and mole left eyebrow, scar back of right hand and top of left middle finger. Pre- viously convicted in Monmouthshire, Hampsnire. and Sussex. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Marks, Woking. APPREHENSIONS. Metropolitan Police District, 64.— Convict Supervision Office-.— GEORGE SMITH, Office No. 1834- 06, Tabular Form, 15th November, 1912. 65.— 6 Division.— ERNEST BRANCH. Case No. 5, 13th December. THE POLICE GAZETTE. FRIDAY, JANUARY 3, 1913. 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 strictly cautioned and directed to report forthwith. Name and Metropolitan Office No. AOB. HKIOHT. COUP, BLUR. STBS. REMARKS. Conviction, Prison Register Number and Date Liberated. LICENCE- HOLDER. MAITLAND, FREDERICK, alms MILLER, WATSON, ~ SMITH, WILLIAMS and MAYNARD. Office No. 1764— 00. 33 5 Ojj fresh Ik brii ( thin on top) blue Two scars top of head, 1 scar back right elbow, back right wrist, back right thumb ; tattooed indistinct N. O., wreath and dot back left forearm, I. L. M., I. L., Sc., front left forearm. Sentenced Middlesex Sessions. 25th May, 1907, to 5 years penal servitude and 3 years police supervision for stealing a bicycle. Licensed 13th February, 1911 b e h 304. List of Lioonoe- Hoiders, Supervisees, Expirees, who have boon re- apprehended, for tho week ondod 28th December, 1912, with the result, Ac. Division • onoemed. Office No. T. 1421- - 05 206- - 08 A. F. H. X. 1649- - 97 E. G. 485- - 98 T. V. X. 1250- - 06 A. D. H. 1575- - 04 D. R. L. M. O. H. E. H. V. H. J. K. A. D. L. M. S. T. N. Y. G. H. J. K. M M. Y. W. 1024— 02 330— 06 1749— 06 NAME. Sentence Date and Place. Fresh Offence with which charged. Re- convicted in Name of Name and Division of Officer. ANDERSON, MARK BROOKS, GEORGE BROWN, PATRICK DA VIES, DAVID FARNBOROUGH, MATTHEW GIBBY, BENJAMIN J. HARGREAVES, PERCY W. HOGAN, JAMES JONES, ERNEST 320— 02MONES, FREDERICK 1586— 07 JONES, GEORGE 1500— 08REID, CHARLES 26— 99 SEAFORTH, ARTHUR 252— 11 SHANNON, THOMAS 2874— 00 SMITH, HENRY 3496— 02 TURNER, MORRY 1917— 02 WHITE, ARTHUR 1074— 99 WOODLEY, JOHN 1 month h. l. 1 month h. l. 1 month h. l. 12 months h. l. 10 days in default 6 months h. l. ( concurrent with 12/ 12/ 12 conviction) 5 years p. s. and 5 years detention 3 months h. l. 1 month h. l. 3 months h. l. years p. s. 7 days in default 2 months h. l. 1 day's imprisonment 3 months h. l. 12 months h. l. 1 year h. l. 7 days in default 16th December, Bath P. Ct. 28th December, Stratford Petty Sess. 19th December, West London P. Ct. 27th December, Meithyr Tydfil P. Ct. 23rd December, Brentford Petty Sess. 24th December, Marylebone P. Ct. 27th December, Swansea Boro'. Qr. Sess. 23rd December, Greenwich P. Ct. 20th December, Tower Bridge P Ct 24th December," Old St. P. Ct. 19th December, Edinburgh High Court. 24th December, Old St. P. Ct. 24th December, Crewe Petty Sess. 23rd December, Thames P. Ct. 21st December, Clerkenwell P. Ct. 21st December, Tower Bridge P. Ct. 28th December, Guildhall P. Ct. 20th December, Wimbledon Petty Bess. Begging Failing to report Larceny P. of C. Act Drunk, etc. Failing to report Larceny and habitual criminal Suspected person Wilful damage Larceny ( person) Housebreaking Drunkenness Loitering Drunkenness Larceny P. of C. Act. P. of C. Act. Larceny WILLIAM MILLER Same Name Same Name Same Name Same Name Same Name ALFRED SINSON Same Name Same Name FRED JOHNSON Same Name Same Name WILLIAM LAWRENCE MITCHELL Same Name Same Name MORRY DIGMAN JOHN ALLEN Same Name D. Inspr. Cleveland, J. P. C. Williams, G7F. P. C. Kelland,* 730T. P. S. Smith, C. I. D., D, and P. S. Harrington, 109X. P. C. Hilling, 200P. and P. S. Bunn, C. I. D., P. P. C. James, 413M, and P. S. Andrews, C. I. D., L. P. C. Wade, 350H. P. C. Pell, 104H. P. C. Paradine. 177H. P. C. Huskett, 899Y, and P. S. Day, C. I. D., Y. P. C. Hayman, C. I. D., L, and P. C. flutter, C. I. D., H. D. C. Board, City, and P. S. Stevens, C. I. U., W. P. C. Faulkner, 371V, and P. C. Woods, C. I. D., V. The apprehension of the undermentioned persons is sought for failing to report under the Provisions of the Prevention of Crimes Act. The Police Force requiring the capture is notified under the name of the person, with the exception of the Metropolitan District, which is shown by the letters C. O. ( Convict Office). In all cases where a warrant has been granted, notification will follow name of Force desiring capture. In the event of the capture of persons circulated from C. O. information is to be forwarded to the Assistant Commissioner, Convict Supervision Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. The remainder to the Chief Constable of the Police District named. Division In which known. Name, Metropolitan Police Office No., and Force Desiring Capture. HEIGHT. COM. HAIB. REMARKS. Conviction, Prison Register No. and Date Liberated. C. D. S. Y, E. S. G. H. L. G. K. T. E. K. R. W. D. E. G. L P S. T. X. Y. ASH. GEORGE, alias GEORGE CRABB. GEORGE GOUGH, GEORGE SMITH and GEORGE PRATT. 2480— 02. C. O. LICENCE- HOLDERS. 59 BIRD, ALICE, alias ALICE ROGERS. 774— 12. C. O. BRAITHWAITE, CHARLES, alias \ CHARLES GOOD, JOHN ROGERS CHARLES GOODE and CHARLES JONES. 1522— 98. C. O. HARRIS, JOHN, alias GEORGE MILLS. JOHN SMITH, and THOMAS DELANEY 3103— 96. C. O. Warrant issued. PEAHCE, FREDERICK, alias JOHN CHARLES BUCK, GEORGE COSTKLLO, GEORGE BRODIE, EDWARD JONES, and EDWARD MILLS. 2988- 02. C. O. RYAN, JOHN, alias JOHN CRONIN and HENRY AMBROSE. 2423— 02. C. O. WAY, GEORGE, alias GEORGE WHITE.! 84C— 07. C. O. WELCH, JOSEPH, alias JOSEPH WELSH, and JOSEPH WEL8CH. 2494- 01. C. O. 54 46 38 5 3J fresh grey hazel Middle finger left hand deformed. 42 5 3 sallow dk bin brn 5 6 fresh 5 2 fresh 5 4 fair dk brn brn ( bald on top) 39 5 3 fresh 50 5 9} fresh 35 5 1 fresh fair ( bald on top) fair dk brn blue grey brn FRED right, and AMY, female's head and flowers left wrist. ( Classified weak- minded). Scar right cheek and left eyebrow. dk brn grey ' Middle finger right hand deformed, ( turng grey) black hazel Two large scars on forehead. South London Sessions, 18th October, 1905, 7 years penal servitude and 3 years police supervision and remanet of former sentence for housebreaking. Liberated on licence 22nd April, 1911, which expires 22nd March, 1913. E K X f 140. Central Criminal Court, 31st May, 1910,3 years penal servitude for throwing corrosive fluid. Licensed 4th June, 1912. k. 9. Central Criminal Court, 19th November, 1907, 5 years penal servitude and remanet of former sen- tence for possessing counterfeit coins. Liberated on licence, 20th September, 1912, which expires 20th May, 1914. MVZdh418. Belfast City Assizes, 19th July, 1909, 3 years penal servitude and remanet of former sentence for breaking and entering. Liberated on licence 30th May, 1912, which expires 16th April, 1913. D880. London, County Sessions, 15th February, 1910, 3 years penal servitude, and remanet of former sentence for larceny. Liberated on licence 12th November, 1912, which expires 8th November, 1913. h k 413. West Kent Quarter Sessions, 80th June, 1910, 3 years penal servitude for shopbreaking. Licensed 27th September, 1912. f k 236, Devonport Quarter Sessions, 2nd April, 1910, 3 yeats penal servitude for shopbreaking. Licensed 17th July, 1912. k 101. London County Sessions, 23rd March, 1909, 3 years penal servitude and remanet of former sentence for burglary. Liberated on licence 12th January, 1912, which expires, 27th January, 1913, df j 404. LONDON: PBISTED FOB HIS MAJESTY'S SUTIOKKKY OMCK BY J. J. 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