PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY. NEW SEBIES. FRIDAY, MARCH 7, 1913. VOL. XXX., No. 3046. 2Eg, 3C CS- TOTX.- A. rE'SIOm ® - 1. AU communications for insertion in the POLIOS GAZETTE, and all communica- tions relating to them, should be addressed to TUB EDITOR OF THB POLICE GAZETTE, NEW SCOTLAND YARD, LONDON, S. W. 5. Particulars concerning persons whose apprehension is sought will be inserted m one issue of the POLICE GAZETTE, if they are sufficient to enable action to be taken upon them by another force. 6. Particulars as to stolen property will be likewise inserted in one issue, if sufficient to enable the article in question to be thereby identified. t. 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. 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All payments must be in advance, either at the office, New Scotland Yard, bv 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 bt prepaid at the ordinary rate for printed matter sent by post within the United Kingdom. THE EDITOR, New Scotland Yard, London, S. W. APPREHENSIOMS SOUGHT. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT l — Criminal Investigation De- partment.— For embezzling £ 5 5s., 22nd August, 1912.— LAWRENCE KITCHIN, age 30£, height about 6 ft., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes grey or hazel; dress ( supposed) blue serge suit, dark overcoat, black bowler hat. A clerk; native of Whitehaven. Was employed at the British Museum. Is a good pianist and billiard player. Has been a sergeant in the Civil Service Rifles. Warrant issued. 2.— Criminal Investigation De- partmentm— For bankruptcy offences.- HARRY GREEN, age 45, height 5 ft, 9 or 10 ins., com- plexion fair, round face, hair light, small mous- tache ; wearing fawn- colour overcoat, vertical pockets, bowler hat, brown lace boots. Supposed a native of London.— GEORGE CALVERT, age 55, height 5 ft. 11 ins., complexion fresh, hair ( turn- ing grey) and eyes dark, small moustache clipped ; wearing fawn- coloured overcoat, vertical pockets, black bowler hat. A native of London. Both are stonemasons and believed to be employed in the provinces. Warrant issued. 3.— Convict Supervision Office-— JOHN HARRIS, Office No. 1619- 04, Tabular Form, 28th ult. Not now wanted. 4.— C Division.— For stealing ( servant), 27th ult., £ 230 lis. 8d., including four £ 5 Bank of England notes, Nos. 86463- 6, dated lst January, 1912.— ERNEST PHELPS, age 32, height 5 ft. 10 ins., complexion fresh, hair and eyes ( slight cast) brown; of military appearance; dress, dark grey square- cut double- breasted jacket suit, heavy dark overcoat with strap at back, black hard felt hat, lace boots. A native of Battersea, London. 5 — K Division.— IVY HEDGE, Case No. 2, 16th August, 1912. Not now wanted. Warrant withdrawn. 6.— 1 DsWSSSO. il.— For stealing ( bailee) a Triumph bicycle.— PERCY JOHN SOLOMON, alias RAYMOND, age 26, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 ins., complexion, hair and moustache ( curly at ends) dark; wearing dark clothes and cap. He travels the country and purchases antiques. May be ac- companied by a woman. Warrant issued. l.— X Division.— For stealing a red leather pocket- book, containing £ 100 in Bank of England notes ( 5 £ 10 and 10 £ 5), stamped " Spanish & River Plate Bank, Madrid"; 2 lst class return tickets, Lisbon to Buenos Ayres, 26th ult.— MANUEL SABUCO, age 19, height 5 ft. 2 ins., complexion pale, hair very dark, eyes brown, speaks very little English; dress, blue overcoat with velvet collar, grey jacket and vest, blue serge trousers, black hard felt hat. lace boots. A Spanish writer; supposed a native of Madrid; re cently resided in the Argentine. Information to be forwarded to the Metropoli- tan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BEDFORDSHIRE. 8.— Bedford ( Borough).— For stealing from hotel, 25th ult., 2 gold bracelets and 17s. 6d.— BURTON, alias WILLIAM MORTON, CLARKE and McCLARREN, Office No. 2000- 06 ( see Case 15, 28th ult., and Illustrated Circular No. 102, Fig. 22), age 37, height 5 ft. 7 ins., com- plexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes brown; scar bend of right arm, front left forearm, mole left side of neck. Left behind a black Gladstone bag which was found to contain potatoes and rags. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Bedford. 9.— Luton ( Borough).— For stealing from their ledgings, 24th ult., 2 bicycles: ( lst, black enamel- led, upturned handle bars, rat- trap pedals, back mudguard tied with string, front grip brake trans- ferred to back wheel, 8 scratched on saddle; 2nd, old and rusty); 1 gold albert with Celtic Football Club. gold medal attached, bearing name of David Adams; and about £ 4 10s.— TWO MEN: lst, age 25 or 26, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 ins., complexion dark, clean shaven, 2 teeth missing lower jaw; dress, brown and green mixture suit, dark cap and muf- fler, brown boots ( blacked over). A Jew; 2nd, age about 19, height 5 ft. 9 ins., complexion fresh, full round face; dress, dark suit, cap and muffler. Speaks with North Country accent. These men are strongly suspected of committing several slot meter thefts in this district. 10.— Luton ( Borough).— For stealing, 3rd inst., from a hotel, 2 gold bracelets ( 1 9- ct. curb with padlock and safety chain; 1 braided chain, snap fastening, with safety chain which is broken and tied with piece of white thread); 1 lady's 15- ct. lialf- hunter watch, gold case, attached to a gold brooch, shamrock leaf pattern, " Carrington " sup- posed inside case; 1 heavy gold signet ring, 9- ct., with " M. D. W." on shield; and about 10s.— A MAN, age about 35, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 ins., slight build, hair and moustache very dark; dress, brown overcoat, dark suit, black bowler hat, grey spats. Ho left behind a 16- inch brown leather Gladstone bag ( old), containing a blue jacket suit, copy of Answers, Bradshaw's Guide for January, 1913, with name, Mr. Dundonald, in pencil, written in- side, A. B. C. Railway Guide. Supposed wanted elsewhere. Information to the Chief Constable, Luton. BERKSHIRE. 11.— Reading ( Borough). — For stealing, 20th ult., from a hotel, a lady's 9- ct. gold chain, fetter link pattern, has been converted into a double albert; 1 gold heart- shaped locket; 1 silver match- box, chased ivy leaves; and £ 1 15s.— A man, who gave the name of HARVEY, age 30. height 5 ft. 6 ins., slight build, complexion dark, believed small dark moustache; wearing dark overcoat, hard felt hat, white wrapper; carried a small brown brief bag. Information to the Chief Constable, Borough Police, Reading. BUCKINGHAMSHIRE. 12.— A ylesbury ( County).— For stealing, 18th ult., from a hotel, a quantity of jewellery.— WIL- LIAM MORTON, alias CLARKE, McCLARREN and BURTON, Office No. 2000- 06 ( see Illustrated Circular 102, Fig. 22), age 37, height 5 ft. 7 ins., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes brown; scar bend of right arm, front left forearm, mole left side of neck; dress, blue serge suit, dark over- coat with strap at back, black bowler hat, lace boots, carries an umbrella with partridge can& crooked handle; of good address and appearance. Native of Caithness. Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constablej Aylesbury. is.— Newport Pagnell ( County).— For obtaining a quantity of turnips and potatoes by false pretences on lst and 8th January last re- spectively.— HARRY HUMPHRIES, ' alias THOMPSON, age 35, height 5ft. 2i ins., good build, complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes brown, left foot slightly deformed, " Jane Cooper" left forearm; wearing grey coat and cap. He visits towns, rents small sheds, represents himself as a wholesale and retail fruit, pea and potato salesman, obtains goods, disposes of same and ab- sconds. Previously convicted at Bedford, Cam- bridge and Chesterfield. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Pearce, Newport Pagnell. 14 — High Wycombe '( Borough).— For ob- taining, 22nd ult., £ 9 4s. by a fictitious seaman's advance note for £ 10, payable to H. Williams of the SS. " Lapland," Dover.— H. WILLIAMS, ' age about 40 to 45, height about 5 ft. 6 ins., slight build, complexion fresh, hair and moustache ( cut ' 2 T H E POLICE GAZETTE. TUESDAY, MARCH 4, 1913. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( otntinued ).— sliort) dark; wearing fawn- coloured waterproof coat and dark soft felt hat. He called at the Co- operative Society here and stated he was second officer SS. " Lapland," and that he wished his share capital of £ 50 in their Bristol Branch trans- ferred to the High Wycombe Branch ( false), or- dered goods value 16s., tendered above note and received the change. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, Borough Police, High Wycombe. CHESHIRE. 15.— Stockport ( Borough).— For embezzling £ 5 6s. 5d.— GEORGE HARVEY, age 57, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 ins., stout build, complexion fair, hair and moustache light brown; dress, dark morning coat and vest, grey striped trousers, hard felt hat. A clothier's manager; of good address. Ab- sconded 18th ult. Warrant issued. 16.— Stockport ( Borough).— For stealing a bank book, forging withdrawal order and obtain- ing £ 20 by false pretences on 24th ult.— THOMAS WILD, alias WILLIAM GRAHAM, age 29, height 5 ft. 6£ ins., complexion fresh, hair brown, clean shaven, eyes hazel; wearing light suit, fawn- colour rain- coat. May seek employment as motor driver or barman. Has been convicted of larceny several times. Information to the Chief Constable, Borough Police, Stockport. CUMBERLAND* 17.— Whitehaven ( County).— For office- breaking at Lamplugh, 21st or 22nd ult.— A MAN, age 37, height 5 ft. 9J ins., complexion fresh, hair dark brown, clean shaven, large dimple in chin, slouching gait; wearing old dark clothing. Has served in the Army. A native of Workington. Information to Supt. Hogg, Whitehaven. DEVONSHIRE. 18.— Torquay ( Crunty).— For wilfully neg- lecting his children at Brixham in a manner likely to cause them unnecessary suffering or injury to their health.— FRANK SHIPLEY, age about 43, height 5 ft. 3 or 4 ins., slight build, complexion fair, hair and moustache sandy, eyes blue; usually wears blue suit and peak cap. A merchant sea- Jnan. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Roberts, Torquay. ESSEX. 19.— Romford ( County).— For housebreaking, 22nd ult., and stealing a lady's gold engagement ring, set 5 diamonds; 1 diamond cluster ring, set emerald in centre; 1 lady's gold interlaced chain keeper ring.— A MAN, age 30 to 35, very slight build, complexion fresh, hair light, moustache gin- ger; wearing a light- colour coat, bowler hat, brown kid gloves. May have cuts on one hand or on legs. Information to Supt. Hailstone, Romford. 20 .— Southend ( County). — For embezzling 16s. lid., 27th ult.— HENRY CROMPTON, age about 26, height about 5 ft. 7 ins., complexion fresh, hair light brown, slight moustache light, eyes believed grey, addicted to drink; dress, dark suit and cap. A butcher's roundsman. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Jones, Southend. HAMPSHIRE. 21.— Winchester ( County).— For burglary at Hursley, 21st ult., and stealing a round gold snuff- box, blue enamel lid, ins. diameter, J to J inch deep; 1 plain silver cigarette case, 3| by ins., monogram " G. W. H." on centre of lid; an Eastman's No. 1 folding pocket camera, expands about 5 ins.; and about £ 20, including about 7s. worth of three- penny pieces.— TWO MEN: 1st, age about 30, height about 5 ft. 9 or 10 ins.; wearing dark grey overcoat, black bowler hat, light boots; 2nd, age about 35, height about 5 ft. 8 or 9 ins.; dress, grey suit and cap or soft hat; carried a small bag. Information to Supt. Smith, County Police, Winchester. HEREFORDSHIRE. 22.— Hereford ( City).— For stealing ( servant) £ 8, 15th ult.— WILFRED COBBLEDICK, age 14, height about 5 ft. 5 ins., good build; dress, grey knicker suit, cycling stockings, dark overcoat, strap at back, Eton collar, pale green tie. Is believed to have gone to South Wales. Was em- ployed in a builder's office. Information to the Chief Constable, Hereford. HERTFORDSHIRE. 23.— Watford ( County).— For obtaining £ 2 3s. 7d. by a worthless cheque for £ 4 on the London County and Westminster Bank. Victoria Branch, No. A/ T- 93389, dated 21st February, 1913, made payable to self and signed C. Wood, 21st ult.— C WOOD, age about 35, height 5 ft. 10 or 11 ins., complexion pale, hair light brown; dress, grey overcoat, grey striped trousers, black hard felt hat ( see Case No. 39, 7th ult.). Warrant issued. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Watford. KENT. 24.— Maidstone ( Borough).— For stealing a new grey striped suit, maker " Simpson, Sun Court, Cornhill," on tab of jacket; 1 light Scotch tweed cap; 1 pearl horseshoe pin.— WILLIAM HENRY WOOLFORD, age 25£, height about 5 ft. 7 ins., complexion fair, hair light brown, eyes blue. Is an absentee from H. M. S. " Goliath." Was wearing naval uniform which has since been found, and he is no doubt wearing the stolen clothing. A native of Severnside, Maisemore, Gloucester. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Maidstone. 25.— Ramsgate ( Borough).— For obtaining food by false pretences, 28th ult.— F. BARTON, age 30 to 35, height about 5 ft. 9 ins., crooked nose, hair, moustache and eyes dark, front upper teeth missing; dress, dark mixture suit, white silk neckerchief or wrapper, dark cap, heavy boots. He took lodgings, stated he was engaged by a firm of engineers to set boilers in a local laundry and that two other men were to arrive the following day; he also obtained 2s. lOd. to pay for his lug- gage at the station, and absconded. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Ramsgate. LANCASHIRE. 26.— Liverpool ( City).- For larceny ( lodgings), 19th ult.— A MAN, age about 27, height about 5 ft. 6 ins., hair, eyes and slight moustache dark; appearance of a foreigper; wearing black morning coat, trimmed braid, tan- colour boots. Information to the Head Constable, Liverpool. 27.— Blackpool ( Borough).— For stealing, 21st ult., £ 8.— MARY DUNN, age about 55, height 5 ft. 5£ ins., complexion sallow, hair grey, full face, thick lips, addicted to drink; dress, dark blue skirt, black blouse, ankle- strap slippers; wears a green plaid shawl and spectacles. Late of Blackpool. May seek employment as cook or general servant. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Blackpool. 28.— Oldham ( Borough).— For stealing, 27th or 28th ult., a grey mixture overcoat, black velvet collar, plain turn- back cuffs, single breasted ( nearly new); 1 pipe; 1 tobacco pouch; 1 black cloth waist- cqat; 1 pair of dark grey trousers; 1 very fine curb double albert guard, imitation gold, red stone attached; 1 hair brush; 1 white comb; 1 razor ( Cowvan); 1 lady's metal watch; 1 box of adver- tising slides and some cards for a Leeds firm; and some letters addressed to Mr. Ernest Bottomley. A MAN who gave the name of VICTOR, age 34, height 5 ft. 10 ins., powerful build, long features, pointed chin, complexion tanned, hair grey, prom- inent teeth upper jaw; dress, light grey suit, glossy peaked sailor cap, green front tie and boots. Said he was a cook on board S. S. " Shropshire," due to leave Manchester Ship Canal 2nd inst., for Australia. Information to the Chief Constable, Borough Police. Oldham. SHROPSHIRE. 29.— Wellington ( County).— For stealing, 14th ult., a silver- plated B- flat cornet, maker Courtois, Paris, 3 keys, double water key, Bessons mouthpiece, in a black leather case, lined blue flannel.— THOMAS DELANEY, age 27, height 5 ft. 6 ins., complexion fresh, long features, hair ( long and curly) black, clean shaven, eyes brown, usually wears pince- nez, walks erect; dress, navy blue suit, long dark tweed overcoat, dark tie, tan- colour boots, green soft hat. A hairdresser; sup- posed a native of America. Is fond of reading and singing. Was a member of the Wellington Band; has also played the cornet at picture palaces. Had in his possession a lady's dressing basket, initials " H. P." on one of the straps; 1 navy blue jacket; 1 pair navy blue cycling knickers; a brass B- flat cornet, made by Hawkes; 1 suit of blue uni- form, trimmed gold braid, red flaps over pockets, red stripe 1 inch wide on trousers. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Fulcher, Wellington. S TAFFORDSHIRE. 30.— Leek ( County).— For obtaining food and lodgings by false pretences at Rushton, between 13th and 15th ult.— JAMES SPALDING ( sup- posed false), age 30 to 35, height 5 ft. 7 or 8 ins., complexion fair, hair ( bald on top) and moustache grey, lisps slightly; dress, black frock coat and vest, grey trousers, black tie, brown peak cap, lace boots. Stated he was a native of London. Warrant issued. Information to Chief Supt. Hicklin, Leek. 31.— Smethwick ( County).— For stealing from his lodgings, 21st ult., a watch and chain ( recovered).— A MAN, age 45 to 50, height 5 ft. 5 ins., complexion fresh, hair and short stubby moustache iron grey; wears glasses, dark overcoat, hard hat. Stated he was an engineer. Information to Supt. Grove, Smethwick. 32.— Tettenhail ( County).— For attempted murder at Bushbury, 23rd ult.— JAMES LOMAS, age 40, height 5 ft. 8 ins., complexion fresh, hair and moustache brown, eyes small, deep set; dress, dark jacket and vest, grey tweed breeches, dark overcoat, black hat, lace boots. A native of Wol- verhampton. May endeavour to leave the country. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Supt. Robotham, Tettenhall. 33.— Stoke - on - Trent ( Borough).— For stealing a silver English lever watch, bold dial, capped, No. 13444.— RICHARD BRUTON, alias JAMES and BRUSTER, age 48, height 5 ft. 9£ ins., complexion fresh, hair dark, eyes hazel, ab- scess scar left cheek and left side of neck; wear- ing black overcoat and bowler hat. A travelling watch repairer; native of Hereford. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Stoke- on- Trent. SUFFOLK ( West). Si.— Newmarket ( County).— For obtaining £ 2 by false pretences.— SIDNEY DAPLYN, age 22, height 5 ft. 7 ins., very slight build, complexion pale, hair dark brown, eyes brown; dress ( supposed) grey tweed cycling suit, cap. A furniture sales- man ; native of Hindringham, Norfolk. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Heigham, Newmarket. SURREY. 35.— Chertsey ( County).— For embezzlement. — FREDERICK JAMES CHARLES O'FAR- RELL, age 32, height 5 ft. 11 ins., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes grey, tombstone, hand, heart, left forearm, ring 3rd left finger, ballet girl and crocodile right forearm, man and lion on chest. A carman. Has served in the Royal Marines. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Mears, Chertsey. 36. Farnham ( County).— For obtaining credit by fraud at Wrecclesham. EDWARDS ( supposed false), age about 55, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 ins., complexion sallow, hair white, very plau- sible; dress, short grey fur jacket, black skirt, toque tied with black silk ribbon, brown kid gloves, lace boots. She engaged apartments, 19th ult., for three weeks, stated she was a traveller for a firm of locksmiths at Birmingham. Supposed wanted elsewhere. May have with her a reading- glass mounted in tortoiseshell. Absconded 20th ult. Supposed wanted elsewhere. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Simmonds, Farnham. SUSSEX ( East). 37.— Lewes ( County).— For stealing, 21st ult., a green plush jewel case, containing a gold ring, set pink amethyst; 3 pairs of earrings; 1 fancy brooch; 2 silver frog brooches; 1 long gold brooch. — A MAN, age about 26, height about 5 ft. 9 ins., complexion pale, hair dark, clean shaven ; of smart appearance; dress, dark blue suit, black bowler hat— A WOMAN, age about 26, height 5 ft., complexion fair; dress, blue costume, round navy blue hat, trimmed white feathers, sealskin around neck, brown waist belt. They call at hotels, etc., obtain refreshment, ask permission to use the lava- tory, commit larceny and decamp. Arrested, see Case No. 94, current issue. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Vine, Lewes. 38.— Eastbourne ( Borough).— For [ stealing, 22nd ult., 5 gold rings ( 1 mourning, containing grey hair; 1 cluster violet stones, pearl in centre; 1 dress, set 1 pearl and 1 turquoise; 1 set 3 garnets and 6 small opals; 1 keeper, " Mizpah " thereon ( worn)) ; 1 gold curb chain bracelet, padlock and safety chain attached, with an extra bolt ring fastener; 1 lady's silver watch in leather wrist strap.— A WOMAN, age 25 or 26, height 5 ft. 2 or 3 ins.; dress, blue costume, trim- med light blue, close- fitting pan hat with light brocaded silk tam- o- shanter top, veil and dark foxa- line stole. Was accompanied by a man, age about FRIDAY, MARCH 7, 1913. T H E P O L I C E G A Z E T T E. PORTRAITS OF PERSONS WANTED. LANCASHIRE. 39 — Manchester ( City).— For obtaining £ 10 by false pretences, 8th ult.— THOMAS MAC- LAUGHLAN, age 28 to 30, height 5 ft. 9 ins., slight build, complexion and hair ( wavy) dark, clean shaven, stern features, thin lips, straight mouth, speaks with his teeth closed, an inveterate cigarette smoker; dress, blue suit, light fancy vest, soft grey hat, gold watch and chain; may have with him a grey suit and hard hat. Is a good singer and pianoforte player; speaks of having played with a first- class football team. During the past 7 weeks he has rented an office and ad vertised for men to collect professional accounts, Send postal- order for one- shilling for Denturite and full instructions to Maclauehlan, 19, Cannon Street, Manchester. Satisfaction guaranteed or money returned." Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to the Chief Constable, Manchester. SHROPSHIRE. 40.— Whitchurch ( County).— For embezzl- ing £ 41 at Market Drayton, 11th June, 1912.— JAMES HENRY WRIGHT, age 45, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 ins., rather stout build, complexion fresh, full cheeks, very fleshy, hair and heavy moustache light sandy, eyes blue, heavy eyelids, cut mark over left eye, addicted to drink; dress, grey coat, vest and those selected would have to find a cash se- curity. On 17th August, 1911, he obtained a situation, stating he had just returned from Bos- ton, U. S. A., but left 10 weeks later. The follow- ing is a copy of a pamphlet issued by him: " A Startling Discovery.— Badly fitting artificial teeth are a most uncomfortable and ugly feeling, don't pay large fees for re- modelling them, get Dentu- rite, which you can apply to the plate yourself, it will make the case cling close to the gums and adhere firmly to the palate, acts instantly, gives comfort to wear and to eat, improves appearance of mouth and is lasting, makes plate like new. and breeches, fawn- colour overcoat, black bowler hat, leather leggings. A brewer's traveller; native of Market Drayton. May be found at hotels, corn markets, or endeavour to leave the country. Absconded 18th November, 1912. See Case No. 39, 29th November, 1912. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Lucas, Whitchurch. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT ( ccmtimed)- 30, height about 5 ft. 10 ins.; dress, blue serge suit, hard felt hat. She calls at shops or houses under the pretence to use the lavatory, steals jewel lery, and immediately journeys to another town and disposes of same. Information to the Chief Constable, Borough Police, Eastbourne. SUSSEX ( West). 11. — Worthing ( County).— For obtaining, Nth ult., £ 2 7s. 6d., by a worthless cheque, No. A/ T 93372, dated 17th February, 1913, on the London County & Westminster Bank, Victoria Branch, London, S. W., made payable to self, signed G. Wall.— G. WALL, age about 35, height 5 ft. 10 or 11 ins., slight build, complexion dark, sharp thin features, hair brown, moustache black; wearing a dark grey overcoat and bowler hat. Is identical with MAN described in Case 32, POLICE GAZETTE, 14th ult. He calls upon tradesemen, states he is residing in the district, orders goods and tenders in payment a cheque for more than the amount and receives the balance. He also obtained two other amounts in a similar manner. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Bridger, Worthing. WILTSHIRE. 42.— Chippenham ( County).— For stealing a cheque for £ 14 13s. 9d., and forging same, 26th ult.— WILLIAM TAYLOR, age 32, height 5 ft. 10 or 11 ins., complexion, hair, slight moustache and eyes dark, scar under jaw; dress, dark suit ( may be wearing white cord trousers), white muf- fler, dark cap, lace boots; had with him a dark Melton overcoat, velvet collar. A labourer; has served in the Army. May be found on a farm or public works. Warrant issued. Information to Supt. Moore, Chippenham. YORKSHIRE ( North Ridiny). 43.— Middlesbrough ( Borough). — For failing to appear to a summons for having in his possession unsound meat for sale.— EDGAR SWALES, age 24, height 5 ft. 8i ins., complexion sallow, hair brown, eyes light blue. A butcher and huckster; native of Stokesley. Previously convicted of larceny at Stokesley and Northaller- ton. Absconded about 25th January last. Photo- graph can be seen on application. Warrant issued. 44.-— Middlesbrough ( Borough). — For embezzling 15s. 5d.— ALBERT WEBBER, age about 44, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 ins., complexion sal- low, hair ( bald on top) light brown, clean shaven; dress, dark overcoat, short dark jacket, breeches and leggings. A groom; recently employed as a laundry vanman. Absconded 21st ult. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Middles- brough. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 45.— Barnsley ( Borough).— For stealing, 26th ult., a horse ( recovered).— ALICE DAY, age 53, height 5 ft. 2 ins., slight build, complexion fresh, hair dark brown, eyes grey; dress, black blouse, brown skirt, black apron tied around head. Ad- dicted to drink. A native of Chester. Information to the Chief Constable, Borough Police, Barnsley. PERSONS IN CUSTODY. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). 46.— Barnsley ( Borough).— Sentenced to 3 months' imprisonment, 20th ult., for living upon the immoral earnings of a common prostitute.— ROBERT DRYDEN, age 34, height 6 ft., good build, complexion sallow, hair and moustache dark brown; ballet girl, crossed hands and heart tattooed left forearm, long cut scar under chin. A labourer; native of Barnsley. 47.— Bamsley ( Borough).— Sentenced to 1 month's hard labour, 20th ult., for begging.— PETER CONNOLLY, alias CONNOR and CON- LEY, Office No. 668- 99, age 47, height 5 ft. 4 ins., complexion sallow, hair and moustache dark brown, eyes blue, " P. C." tattooed outside right forearm, half ring on right middle finger. Has 13 convictions recorded against him for larceny. A tramping thief and may be wanted elsewhere. Information to the Chief Constable, Barnsley. PROPERTY STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 48.— Y [ Division.— 3rd inst., by housebreak- ing, 3 gold pins ( 1 horseshoe, set small pearls; 1 rope, stone in centre; 1 circle, bough of tree pattern); 1 pair gold sleeve links, barrel pattern, " S. W. E." thereon; 1 pair pearl screw earrings; 1 gold brooch, chain pattern ( pin missing); 3 silver chains ( 2 curb, 1 long and short link) ; 18 silver tea- spoons ( 6 stamped " W. H. & S."); 4 do. salt spoons, fiddle pattern, " D " thereon; 2 pairs silver sugar tongs, " D " stamped on one ; 6 plated fish knives and forks, white ivory handles, in black leather case, lined white satin and green plush. Information to be forwarded to the Metropoli- tan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. BERKSHIRE. 49.— Maidenhead ( County).— 28th ult.. or lst inst., by burglary, a gold cigarette case, " H. S. Colt" and " Presented by St. George's Hill Golf Club on completion of course, 1912," engraved thereon; 1 £ 5 Bank of England note; £ 5 gold ; 6s. silver; £ 1 18s.; 1 green Homburg hat; 1 rein- deer skin tobacco pouch; 1 old silver snuff- box, fitted with 2 drawers, containing 1 set of old- fash- ioned gold studs, 1 set topaz do.; 1 set do., with black stone; 1 large gold ring, set with amethyst; several gold pins; several old 5s. pieces; 12 cigars, " Pidro Murias Habana" on band. Information to Supt. Davis, Maidenhead. CHESHIRE. 50.- Stockport ( Borough).— 2nd inst., by housebreaking, a silver lever watch, makers, Ken- yon & Son, Stockport, " Joseph Collins Denton, 1868," engraved inside case, No. 57356; 1 lady's silver watch, chased back, " H. M. C." thereon, No. 3010; 1 do. gold do., gold dial, long gold chain attached; 1 do., white dial, fine gold chain attached); 2 brooches ( 1 pearl, fan shape; 1 gold oval, small ring of pearls in centre^ ; 1 do. gold bangle, set with 1 small diamond; 1 pearl and amethyst pendant, small chain and pin attached, also brooch to match - 3 lady's rings ( 1 gold, set 5 small diamonds, 1 mourning, set with 3 pearls, 1 gold, set 5 small diamonds, claw set- ting) ; 1 rolled gold bracelet, star pendant and small gold chain attached; 1 plain narrow gold brooch, raised centre; 1 silver bangle, chased top, 1 lady's silver hunter watch; and £ 26 16s. Information to the Chief Constable, Borough Police, Stockport. ESSEX. 51.— Brentwood \ County).— 27th ult., at Warley, a whole- hunter gold chiming watch, No. 04725, maker Ashley, 2, Green Terrace, Clerken- well, " A. G. C." in monogram on outside of case, engraved inside of back " July 3rd, 1912," keyless, gold chain, long links, gold sovereign purse and a nugget of pure Ashantee gold attached; 1 small automatic point 2, 6.5 pocket Mauser pistol ( barrel missing), light brown wooden handle; 1 case con- taining 7 razors, on each loop inside the case is the day of the week, " A.. GC." in black letters on outside of case ; 1 pair patent leather button boots, size 9 ; 1 Donegal tweed cap; 1 dark brown heavy suit; 1 small cash- box, 6x3 ins., containing a gold match- box, " E. A. C." thereon; a certificate from Guards' School, Chelsea, 1 gun licence, and a cop- per plate engraving of a visiting card; 1 large brown leather suit case, 2 ft. 6 ins. x 1 ft. 6 ins., " A. G. C." on outside; 1 gold fountain pen, Water- man's Ideal, plain gold casing and cap; 1 corded shirt, herring- bone stitching down front; 1 bayo- net, old Army pattern. No. 2606; 1 dark grey tweed double- breasted overcoat; 1 Homburg hat, " J. & A. Beggley, Bedford," inside of each. Information to Supt. Cowell, Brentwood. 52.— Romford ( County).— 2nd inst., by house- breaking at Upminster, 10 silver teaspoons, chased handles; 1 short gold chain: 1 gold brooch, mon- key holding pearl; 1 do. safety- pin ; 1 do. brooch, mounted blue enamel; 1 do. chain brooch; 2 half- crowns, 5 shillings, all 1912; and some Maundv money; 1 plain gold band bracelet; 1 round gold bracelet; 1 silver bracelet made of Dutch coins; 1 gold chain bracelet; 1 gold buckle ring; 1 gold ' 4 T H E P O L I C E GAZETTE. TUESDAY, MARCH 4, 1913. PROPERTY STOLEN-( 0< m « i « iierf). link, shape of figure 8; 2 pairs silver links, initials " J. W. S." or " E. W. S." thereon; 1 plain gold ring ( stone missing); 1 gold ring, set emeralds; 1 do. half- hoop, set pearls; 1 do., set turquoise; 1 gold locket, blue enamelled; 1 silver locket and chain; 1 pearl necklet; 1 plain silver card- case with top off; 3 pen- knives; 6 razors; 6 plated buttons; 2 paste buttons; 4 silver salt cellars, blue glass lin- ings; 2 silver salt spoons; 1 ^ iiver sovereign case, " H. S." thereon; 3 pairs of lady's pince- nez, plain metal rims; 1 pair lady's gold rimmed folding spectacles, maker Stanley; 1 silver locket, " F. M. W." thereon, and snake- pattern silver chain; 1 box ( about 80) cigars, Ramon & Allones brand ; 1 green cloth jacket with small white stripes, about half- inch apart; 1 pair trousers and vest, brown with white stripes, " Townly & Radtka" on trousers buttons; 1 silver fish carver and fork; 2 silver and ebony candlesticks.— By A MAN, tall, red face; wearing tweed breeches suit and cloth leggings. Information to Supt. Hailstone, Romford. GLA MORGA NSHIRE. 58.— Cardiff ( City\— 2nd ult., a full size brown leather suit case, 2 locks, " W. C. S." in black letters on top, containing a dark grey morning suit, 2 shirts ( 1 striped flannel, 1 purple- striped linen); 1 pair of boots, " Peel, maker," on tab; 2 brushes ( 1 clothes, and 1 hair), with crest of owl thereon; 1 Gillette razor; 1 box of collars; 2 pairs of pearl studs in case, 1 pair has the crest of an owl thereon; 2 pins ( 1 oval scarf, 1 gold safety). Information to the Head Constable, Cardiff. HAMPSHIRE. 54.— Aldershot ( County).— 23th or 27th ult., 14 small silver forks; 2 large do.; 2 do. soup spoons; all marked with a crown and " 37. ' Information to be forwarded to Supt. Davis, Aldershot. 55.— Alton ( County).— 4th inst., by burglary at Selborne, a canvas purse, 2 compartments, old fashioned; 1 pig- skin purse, with string at top; and £ 19.— By A MAN, age about 24, height 5 ft. 4 ins., round features, clean shaven; wearing a grey rainproof overcoat, dark cap. Appearance of a race follower. He booked to Waterloo on 5th inst. Information to Supt. Reuben, Alton. 56.— Southampton ( Borough).— 2nd inst., by housebreaking, a Falcon bicycle, 26- in. frame, black enamelled , gold lined, flat handle bars, cellu- loid mudguards, back rim aluminium, 2 inches broken off rear rim, Brooks saddle; 5 silver apostle spoons; 1 9- ct. curb bracelet; 1 9- ct. flat bracelet, chased with flowers; 1 silver bracelet, has been dipped in gold, set 10 or 12 large brilliants about the size of a pea; 1 gold bracelet, " 8" set in pearls, with charms attached; 1 gold enamel brooch; 1 pair of gold cuff links; 1 small rolled- gold watch chain; 1 small brooch, set Jersey stones ; 1 pair of pearl drop earrings; 1 pair of round pearl earrings; 1 pair of blue stone earrings; 1 silver- plated oval teapot with black handle and knob; 1 small gold brooch, fancy design, amethyst in centre; 1 small brown leather purse, " Ruth Wood- ford, No. 129, Lodge Road," inside, containing Is. 6d. Information to the Chief Constable, Southamp- ton. HER TFORDSHIRE. 57.— Ware ( County).— 25th ult., at Brox- bourne, a set of new brown leather harness, brass mounted; 2 horse rugs, 1 marked " J. P "; 2 Step- ney motor wheels, red and gold letters on each, both with Stepney inner tubes, Continental tyre on one, size 815 x 105, black waterproof covers ( 1 fastens with black catches, the other with white buckles), both green lining; 2 brass oil motor side lamps; 2 brass acetylene head lamps, round fronts one has been repaired round rim, all marked " So- lar " on light regulator. Information to Supt. Smith, Ware. 58.— St. Albans ( City).— 2Hth ult., a Raleigh bicycle, Model 7, 26- in. dropped frame, 26- in. wheels, upturned handle bars, special Dun- lop tyres, back one new, tangent spokes, black enamelled, lined gold, transfer on front, metal oil- bath gear case, luggage carrier on back, usual parts plated, Lucas lamp, Challis bell, mudguards, flap on front, Brooks saddle, inverted lever brakes,' rat- trap pedals, Armstrong 3- speed gear fitted to top tube, in good condition; 1 lady's bicycle, slightly raised handle bars, white grips, right grip loose, very much scratched, celluloid mudguard on front, metal one behind, black cord dress- guard, Corsair lamp, rubber pedals, inverted lever brakes, saddle- pin fitted with thin metal lining, old. Information to the Chief Constable, City Police, St. Albans. LANCASHIRE. 59.— Blackpool ( Borough).— 22nd ult., a brown leather Dorothy bag, containing 2 pairs of gold- rimmed spectacles ( 1 pair in case, " Smedley " thereon); 1 silver- mounted green purse and 2 passes for Tower and Palace, Blackpool.—- Suspicion is attached to A WOMAN, age about 50, height 5 ft. 4 ins.; wearing long grey cloak, dark shawl round shoulders, dark red shawl around head. Information to the Chief Constable, Blackpool. NORFOLK. 60.— Norwich ( City).— 4th inst., a " B. S. A." motor bicycle, 3i- H. P. free engine, black enamelled frame, lined out gold, black and gold mudguards, green tank, plated rims, Dunlop tyres, front tyre 26 x 2J, back tyre 26 x 2$, spare driving belt on back carrier, silencer under engine bent up, Brooks saddle, Lucas lamp and tool- bag attached, containing repair outfit, " A. A." sign affixed at extreme end of front mudguard. 1912 model, index plates " C. L. 1066," good condition.— Suspicion is attached to TWO MEN: lst, age 20 to 25, height about 5 ft. 6 ins., complexion fair, hair light, clean shaven; dress, new set of fawn rubber overalls, with straps under instep of boots, grey cap; 2nd, age about 24, height 5 ft. 10 or 11 ins., slight build, complexion believed fair, and clean shaven ; dress, dark mixture suit, cap. Information to the Chief Constable, City Police, Norwich. OXFORDSHIRE. 61.— Oxford ( City).— 26th ult. by housebieak- ing, 5 gold- mounted buttons, mother- o'- pearl set with brilliants; 6 silver- mounted buttons; 1 gold necklace, set green stones and 1 rock pearl; 1 gold brooch, long, set with green and pink stones and pearls; 1 do. locket and fine fold chain; 1 fish brooch, carved from tiger's tooth, silver mounted ; 1 filigree brooch, round, 5 small chains attached; 1 gold expanding bangle; 1 gold bangle, set with pearls and turquoise; 1 silver and blue stone neck- lace ; 1 lady's gold watch, with small gold albert chain attached, old ; 1 do. gun- metal watch, has a crack across face. 62.— Oxford ( City).— 25th ult., by housebreak- ing, a lady's long gold neckchain with cross at- tached ; 1 antique filigree brooch, set with coloured stones, ring and pendant attached; 1 lady's gold keeper ring, with engraved squares; 1 antique gold ring, set with white paste stones; 1 lady's keeper ring, set with single diamond with claw setting; 1 lady's gold ring, set with ruby and 2 pearls; 1 very small do., set with amethyst, broken near setting; 1 silver gilt pendant, green stone in centre, and drop pearl attached; 1 gold curb brooch, gold chain; 1 do. safety- pin brooch, " E" set in pearls in centre; 1 small silver wrist watch in black leather strap; 1 gold bangle, composed of chain and balls, set with turquoise alternately; 1 do. curb bangle with padlock attached, links worn at ends; 5 gold studs ( 2 blue enamel, 3 flat, engraved tops); 1 Waterbury watch in nickel case; 1 gold pencil case, with 2 black enamel bands around; 1 do. locket with black cross, " In Memory of " on back, and a photograph of a woman inside locket; 1 moonstone tie- pin; 1 gold necklet clasp, round, with hair under glass; 1 paste tie- pin, clustered in silver, antique design.— Suspicion is attached to A MAN, age 25 to 30, complexion fair; dress, greenish fawn- colour jacket, grey trou- sers and cap. Also 1 pair of gold sleeve links; 1 gold locket with pearl and blue stone in shape of small heart; 1 do. brooch, long and narrow, with small chain links round each edge. Information to the Chief Constable, Oxford. STAFFORDSHIRE. & 3.— Burt0n~ 0n- Trent ( County).— 2 nd inst., by housebreaking, 3 watches ( 1 gold English lever, minus seconds finger, American glass; 1 lady's enamelled; 1 do. silver keyless); 5 chains ( 1 gold, with amethyst pendant; 1 lady's do., small pattern, gold cross attached; 1 do., locket contain- \ ing photographs of two children attached; 1 lady's gold watch, curb pattern ; 1 do. silver fob, tassel at end); 10 gold rings ( 1 set with crystal; 1 set with black stones; 5 22- ct. wedding ( 3 very thin); 1 set with diamond and sapphire; 1 buckle, set with diamond; 1 18- ct. keeper); 2 silver buckle rings; 6 gold brooches ( 1 set with black stones, hair in centre; 1 long, set in centre with diamond; 1 round, set with 5 pearls in centre; 2 with photo- graphs therein; 1 small, set with corals, very old; 1 rope pattern); 9 brooches ( 1 black, with gold edge ; 1 silver, thistle thereon; 1 do., shape of star; ' 2 American, shape of maple leaves; 2 small, made of blue stone; 1 cameo; 1 enamelled, made of half- crown) ; 4 gold scarf- pins ( 1 nugget gold ; 1 small; 1 with charm attached; 1 18- ct., set with dia- mond) ; 10 bracelets ( 1 gold, ivy leaves, chased; 5 silver, with coins attached, and initials there- on; 1 do. curb, ivy leaves; 3 do., 1 minus knob); 3 pairs of gold earrings ( 1 very long, with screws); 5 do. ( odd); 2 sets of gold studs ( 1 plain, fern pattern, " Jackson's patent" thereon); 1 small silver fruit knife; 2 pocket do., black handles; 1 do., " Pearson's Weekly" thereon; 3 small do. ( charms); 4 silver pencil cases; 1 gold pen and pencil- case, chased; 2 pairs of gold cuff links, chased; 1 pendant, photographs of two ladies therein; 3 gold lockets; 2 silver thimbles, 3 small gold crowns, " William and Mary" two- shilling piece, 1 pearl cross, 1 silver top hat, 1 Jubilee half- crown, 1 gold chain and part of purse at- tached. Information to Supt. Moss, Burton- on- Trent. 64 — Stafford ( County).- 4th inst., from a sub- post office, 50 postal- orders ( 17 for 20s. each, Nos. W/ 35.874696 to 874712, inclusive; 3 for 18s. each, Nos. 682178, 682179 and 682180; 9 for 13s. each, Nos. 229766 to 229770 and 135782 to 135785; 17 for 15s. each, Nos. ' 825124 to 825140; 4 for 18s. 6d. each, Nos. 471187 to 471190); about 320 six- penny stamps; about 240 four- penny do.; about £ 25 worth of penny and half- penny do.; about £ 35 in gold and £ 5 in silver. Information to the Deputy Chief Constable, Stafford. SURREY. b5.— Farnham ( County).— 24th ult., at Heath End, a Juno bicycle, No. 60700, green enamelled, 24 - in frame, 26- in. wheels, dropped frame and handle bars, Palmer tyres, rim brakes, rat- trap pedals, metal mudguards, large revolving bell ( portion missing), pump and tool- bag attached. Information to Supt. Simmonds, Farnham. WORCES TERSHIRE. 66.— Worcester ( City).- 26th ult., by burglary, a silver box, telescope shape, race- horse chased on lid; 1 do. ladle, mother- o'- pearl handle; 1 do. Jubilee money box; 2 do. penholders; 1 do. pencil case; 1 do. top of inkpot; 1 do. pin- cushion; 1 do. flask; 1 do. sovereign case, oblong; 1 do. cigarette case; 1 do. match box; 1 do. cigar cut- ter; 1 do. cigar piercer; 1 do. corkscrew, folds in mother- o'- pearl frame; 2 do. caddie spoons, 1 shovel shape; 2 do. vinaigrettes; 2 do. patch boxes; 1 do top of chatelaine, with 3 small chains; 1 do. Kruger coin, about size of a florin; 1 old gold locket, with hair inside; 1 pair silver Corinthian candlesticks, 6 ins. high, 3 ins. square base; 1 George II. silver salver, 4 claw feet, " A. C." or " A. H. C." engraved in centre; silver mountings torn from 8 photographic frames; 1 bronze coin brooch, set round with pearls, small coloured jewel crown on top. Information to the Chief Constable, City Police, Worcester. YORKSHIRE ( North Riding). 67— Middlesbrough ( Borough). — 24th ult., a Triumph bicycle, 26- in. black enamelled frame, transfer defaced, Warwick tyre front and Clipper Reflex tyre back, gear about 84, front rim brake, straight handle bars, rubber pedals, mudguards back and front, splasher on front wheel, step on both sides of back wheel, slight dent in frame. 27th ult., by burglary, a gold safety- pin, sham- rock leaf pattern with ruby set in centre. Information to the Chief Constable, Middles- brough. PROPERTY RECOVERED. KENT. 68.— Margate ( Borough).— Watches, etc., Case No. 58, and bicycle, Case No. 59, 28th ult., and thief arrested. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE. 69 — Peterborough ( City).— Coat and gloves, Case No. 64, 28th ult., and thief arrested. ANIMALS, & c., STOLEN. METROPOLITAN POLICE DISTRICT 70.— H Division.— 1 th inst., a black mare, 15 hands, white star on forehead, both hind heels white, hog mane, medium tail, in fair condition. 71 — K Division.— 26th ult., a dark bay heavy cart mare, 7 years, 16^ hands, white star oil forehead, straight near fore leg, scar on near shoulder, rough broken mane, long tail, half clipped, in good condition. FRIDAY, FEBRUARY ' 28, 1913. T H E POLICE GAZETTE. 5 85.— Staffordshire, Biiston ( County).— FANNY GOODWIN, Case No. 34, 13th December, 1912. 86.— Sussex ( East), Eastbourne ( Borough).— WOMAN, Case No. 42, 28th ult. LATEST INFORMATION. APPREHENSIONS SOUGHT. METROPOLITA N POLICE DISTRIGT 87.— X Division.— For embezzlement.— DOROTHY MINNEY, age 24, height 5 ft. 4 ins., complexion fresh, hair brown, eyes blue; dress, blue serge costume, large black hat. A native of [ Kentish Town, London. Warrant issued. 88.— X Division.— For embezzlement.— A. G. BEACH, age 37, height 5 ft. 7 ins., complexion pale, hair, moustache ( curled ends), and eyes brown; dress, blue Melton overcoat, blue serge suit, dark tie. A native of West Kilburn, London. Warrant issued. Information to be forwarded to the Metropoli- tan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. KING A RDINESHIRE. Stated he was canvassing the district for Sunshine polish. Warrant issued. Not to be arrested out of the United Kingdom. Information to Supt. Haynes, County Police, Rotherham. ANIMALS, & c., STOLEN. ESSEX. 92.— Epping ( County).— Between 28th ult, and 2nd inst., at Stapleford Abbots, a dark brown mare, cob, rising 6 years, 15 hands, short mane, swish tail, both shoulders wrung and hair rubbed oIT, scar on rump, rather rough coat, no shoes. In fair condition. Information to Supt. Terry, Epping. APPREHENSIONS. Metropolitan Police District, 9;!.- p Division. WILLIAM MAYHO, alios TAYLOR, Office No. S. 119121, Case 93, 15th No- vember, 1912. 94.— Sussex ( East), Lewes ( County).— MAN and WOMAN, Case No. 37, current issue, at Folkestone, and property recovered. MISSING ANIMALS, & C., ( continued).— 12.— s Division.- 2 « th ult., a bright bay carriage gelding, aged, 15 hands 2 ins., black points, clipped except legs, long mane and tail, 3 blister marks on off side, warts on ears, trots stylishly; a set of black harness, brass mounts and hames, patent leather collar, opens at top and fastens with strap; and an old- fashioned Victoria phaeton with hood, painted dark blue, picked out yellow, V. 47 painted in white on coachman's box, blue cloth cushions, 2 brass lamps, 2 plaid and 2 linen rugs, 2 dark grey overcoats and a pair of brown leather and astrachan gloves. Information to be forwarded to the Metropoli- tan Police Office, New Scotland Yard, S. W. APPREHENSIONS. Metropolitan Police District, IS.— Convict Supervision Office.— WILLIAM JOHNSON, Office No. 1629- 06, Tabu- lar Form, 6th December, 1912, and current list of re- convictions. 74.— Convict Supervision Office-,— JAMES SMITH, Office No. 1528- 11, Tabular Form, 13th September, 1912, at Hull, on a charge of larceny. 75.— Convict Supervision Office — EDWARD H. EASTWOOD, Office No. 882- 10, Tabular Form, 11th October, 1912, at Oldham. IS.— Buckinghamshire, Newport Pagneti ( County).— JOHN RIDGWAY, . alias DORMER, Case No. 10, 24th January last. 77.— Cheshire, Altrincham ( County). — DAVID DODDS, Case No. 12, 20th December, 1912. 78.— Derbyshire, Ilkeston ( County).— JOSEPH JONES, Case No. 19, 28th ult. 79.— Derbyshire, Derby ( Borough).— JOHN SPALDING, Office No. 2068- 02, Tabular Form, 17th January, 1913. 80.- Devonshire, Exeter ( City).— HARRY HINGSTON, Office No. 2558- 00, Tabular Form, 28th ult., and current list of re- convictions. 81.— E S S & X , Southend ( County).— EDGAR, alias MARY FRASER, Case No. 12, 7th ult., at Dover, and committed for trial.— ALBERT SPOONER, Case No. 23, 28th ult. 82 .— Glamorganshire, Cardiff ( City).— AGNES CHAPMAN, and FRED [ JONES, alias BROOKS, Cases Nos. 19 and 20, 14th ult., respectively. » 3.— Hampshire, Portsmouth ( Borough).— WILLIAM BAKER, alias STIN- GER, Case No. 18, 21st July, 1911. Si.— Hertfordshire, Watford ( County).— GEORGE HALWARD, Case No. 24, 31st January last. 89.— Stonehaven ( County).— For house- breaking, 19th December, 1912.— ALFRED JACKSON ARMSTRONG, S. C. R. 773- 12, age 37, height 5 ft. 4f ins., rather stout build, erect bear- ing, hair dark, " Jeannie " right forearm, " Agnes Murray" and scroll left forearm, tattoo marks both legs, 3rd right finger amputated ; dress, blue jacket, greenish trousers and cap, white muffler or sweater. A fireman; native of Dundee. He calls upon clergymen and ex- military men for assistance. May be accompanied by a woman, age 26, height 5 ft., slight build, complexion pale, hair dark brown. Warrant issued. 90.— Stonehaven ( County).— For stealing, lst ult., a bicycle ( recovered).— PETER TAYLOR, age 23 or 24, height 5 ft. 5 or 6 ins., stout build, complexion fresh, hair brown, clean shaven, be- lieved artificial teeth which do not appear to lit well; dress, navy blue jacket suit, greenish peak cap, light boots. A chauffeur; native of Rattray, Blairgowrie. May seek employment at cycle shops. Is also wanted in Lanarkshire, Perthshire, Ar- broath and Aberdeen. Warrant issued. Information to the Chief Constable, Stonehaven. YORKSHIRE ( West Riding). § I.— Rotherham ( County).— For stealing from his lodgings at Swinton, 19th ult., a watch ( recovered).— ALBERT POWELL, age about 23, height 5 ft. 4 or 5 ins., complexion pale, hair dark brown, very long in front, eyes dark, bad teeth; dress, dark suit and cap, white muffler, old boots. 95.— Since 20th ult., from Mansfield.— WILLIAM STAINFORTH, age 32, height 5 ft. 8 or 9 ins., complexion fresh, hair and moustache dark brown; dress, black suit, greenish overcoat, grey cap, lieved heliotrope- colour tie, red muffler with white spots, white woollen gloves. It is feared some ill has befallen him. Information to Supt. Rodgers, Police Office, Mansfield. 96.— WALTER SPACKMAN, Case No. 97 14th ult., found drowned. 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. 1 AGE. HEIGHT. COUP. HAIR. RYES. REJtf ARKS. Conviction, Prison Register Number and Date Liberated. LICENCE- HOLDRRS. HERON, STEPHEN, alias BURKE. Office No. 393- 02. 37 5 2J fresh dk brn blue Nose inclined to left, scar right side of neck, left temple, back of right band, front right litile finger. A shoemaker ; native of Hunslet, Leeds. Sentenced Leeds Sessions 15th April, 1909, to 5 and 5 years penal servitude ( concurrent) tor shopbreaking, etc. Licensed 20th December, 1912. c f j 149. IlILL JAMES, alias SMITH 8MET- HURST, BENNETT, and KNIGHT. Office No. 1509- 01. 61 5 12 fresh grey grey Scar back of neck, flag, sailor and sword tattooed front right forearm, cross flags back left hand. Native of Manchester. Sentenced Liverpool Assizes, 25th July, 1901, to 7 years penal servitude for burglary. Released on 3rd licence 22nd February, 1913. ltemanet expires 2nd April, 1913 E N S b 435. MARTIN, GEORGES. Office No. 1601— 01. 50 5 Ti fresh iron grey hazel Scar back of neck, half bracelet back right wrist, " G. S. M. " etc. back right forearm, " TT" etc. back left forearm, Native of Brighton. Sentenced Portsmouth Quarter Sessions, 26th June, 1909, to 4 j ears penal servitude for larceny. Remanet expires 24th March, 1914. gj631. NICHOLLS, WILLIAM, alias YARROW, NOWELL, PECK and NIXON. Office No. 1703— 07. 34 5 7} fresh It brn blue Scar bridge of nose, cross with " In loving memory of my dear Mother " front right forearm, shield, pick, shovel, axe etc. tattooed left forearm. Native of Poplar. Sentenced Lewes Assizes, 7th November, 1908. to 4 vears penal servitude for laiceny. Released on 2nd licence 24th ultimo. Remanet expires 22nd May, 1913. i 619. QUAIFE, ERNEST JOHN, alias MARTIN. Office No. 1035— 10. 28 5 2 fresh It brn blue Scar centre of forehead, left side of head, tattooed Japanese woman inside right forearm, snake and tree back right forearm, snake around right wrist, " N. RAYNOR," scroll and 2 leaves back right hand, " ILYE " inside left forearm, " ILAC" and wheel back left arm, " ILEW" back left hand, etc. Sentenced West Kent Quarter Sessions, 20th October 1910, to 3 years penal servitude for housebreaking, etc! Licensed 4th ultimo, k 510. - WEST, SWAINSTON. Office No. 1314— 12. 25 5 5} fair It brn blue Scar right temple, right eyebrow, end of chin, sailor cutlass, pistol, tattooed left forearm, " Love " on fingers left hand. Native of Durham. Sentenced Durham Assizes. 22nd June, 1912, to 3 years penal servitude for carnal knowledge. Licensed 30th December, 1912. k 327. ' 6 THE P O L I C E GAZETTE. TUESDAY, MARCH 4, 1913. Habitual Criminals .— continued. Name and Metropolitan Office No. AOK. HEIGHT. COMP. HAIR. Era. REMARKS. Conviction, Prison Register Number and Date Liberated. LICENCE- HOLDER. WILLIAMS, JOHN. Office No. 2062— 08. 41 5 9 fair brn ( turng grey blue Scar right eyebrow, " J " and dot outer left forearm, dot back left hand, scar left wrist. Native of Stockport. Sentenced Liverpool Assizes, 25th April, 1910, to 3 years penal servitude for sacrilege. Licensed 25th June, 1912. k 163. SUPERVISEE. BURNS, JAMES, alias WALSH, KELLY, DORAN, COOK, MORAN, DUFFEY. Office No. 928— 03. 50 5 5i fresh brn grey Scar left eye, left thumb, " C F" tattooed left forearm, ring left middle finger. Native of Ireland. Sentenced Peterborough Quarter Sessions, 11th April, 1912, to 6 months hard labour and 2 years police super- vision for larceny. Supervision expires 10th September 1914. Prison Reg. No. 1021. List of Lloenoo- Holders, Supervisees, Expirees, who have been re- apprehended, for the week ended Ist March, 1913, with the result, Ac. Division concerned. Office No. NAME. Sentence Date and Place. Fresh Offence with which charged. Re- convicted in Name of Name and Division of Officer. G. H. G. L. E. R. T. W. H. K. 1372— 09 41145 1940— 04 1667— 12 BALDWIN, GEORGE HANNAH, JOHN IIOLTON, ROBERT IRVINE, DICK 9 months h. l. 9 months 1 month h. l. 6 weeks h. l. 1st March, Stratford Petty Sess.. 21st February, Manchester Assizes. 28th February, Wellingboro'. Petty Sess. 28th February, Hull P. Ct. P. of C. Act. Uttering & possess- ing counterfeit coin Begging Failing to report Same Name JOHN WILLIAMS JAMES SMITH Same Name P. C. Greenstreet, 301N, and P. S. Seymour, C. I. D., S. E. 955— 11 KING, SAMUEL 1 month h. l. 25th February, Bow St. P. Ct. Failing to report Same Name P. S. Joel, C. I. D., R. F. K. X. 1685— 05 MATTHEWS, SAMUEL B. O. £ 5 for 12 months 27th February, Westminster P. Ct. 25th February, North London P. Ct. 25th February, Cleikenwell P. Ct. 24th February, Lambeth r, ct, Failing to report | WILLIAM MOORE P. C. Allan, 134A, and P. S. Hendry, C. O. P. C. Young, 374Y. Y. 310— 07 MOLE, WILLIAM 1 month h. l. Assault ( Police) Same Name E. G. J. N. Y. F. L. M. P. T. 1221— 98 2932— 97 WOODHOUSE, JAMES YOUNG, CHARLES 4 months h. l. 4 months h. l, Brothel keeping Larceny Same Name Same Nam ® S. D. Inspr. Wheeler, G, and P. S, Butt, C. I. D., G. P. C. Wrangles, C. I D., P. 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 ID which Name, Metropolitan Police Otlice No., and AGE. HEIGHT. COM. HAIR. ETE3. REMARKS. Conviction, Prison Register No. and Date Liberated. known. Force Desiring Capture. E. L. F. T. X. E. G. L. S. B. C. E. G. H. J. V. E. L. N. G. H. L. LICENCE- HOLDERS. BROWN. THOMAS, alius FREDERICK PALMER, JOHN CANTELL, JOHN RUSSELL, JOHN STANLEY, JAMES RUSSELL, JOHN PALMER, FREDER- ICK WALKER. FREDERICK GILES, THOMAS SMITH, THOMAS BROWN and THOMAS GILES. 1274— 05. C. O. Warrant issued. BURTENSHAW, WILLIAM CHARLES, alias FREDERICK BROWNLOW. WILLIAM PEARSON, FREDERICK JAMES WILSON and WILLIAM CHARLES PEARSON. 167— 04. C. O. Warrant issued. CLABKSON, HENRY, alias HUGH ULMS- CHNEIDER, HENRY CLARKE and JAMES WEBSTER. 984— 02. C. O. Warrant issued. COLLINSON, ARTHUR DENVIL SASSON, alias ERNEST PARSONS, ARTHUR COLLINSON and ARTHUR PARSONS. 83— 02. C. O. Warrant issued. DAY, GEORGE, alias GEORGE * KNIGHT, GEORGE HOWARD, GEORGE BAKER. GEORGE STEADMAN and JOHN STEDMAN. 1122— 09. C. O. MURCH, HENRY 2141— 05. C. O. JAMES. K. D. E. N. V. X. Y. F. 55 WILLIAMS, JOHN, alias JOHN SMITH, JOSEPH BAKER, GEORGE BROOKS. JOHN BARRETT, JOHN PENNICK, THOMAS GIBSON, JOHN HARRIS, JOHN PERCIVAL and JAMES WILSON. 3342— 97. C. O. SUPERVISEES. BRAND, CHARLES FREDERICK, alias CHARLES BRAND and CHARLES FREDERICK BOWER. 2147— 09. C. O. BUTLER, MELVILLE. 3665— 99. C. O. Warrant issued. SMITH. WILLIAM. alias WILLIAM BROWN and WILLIAM ROSS. 759— 10. C. O. Warrant issued 34 41 27 53 72 22 46 38 5 54 fresh 5 8j 5 7J 5 5 J 5 10$ 5 3J 5 3 5 2 J dk brn fresh fresh fresh fresh fresh fresh brn brn ( bald) brn brn ( thin on top) dk brn brn ( lost left) grey hazel grey grey ( bald) fresh It brn 5 7J fresh fresh Scar bridge of nose Scar right cheek brn ; rey grey brn hat si grey dk brn ( turng grey) hazel Growth under right ear I L P WARD right, Baden Powell etc. left forearm itojCrw Scar on each eyebrow Tattooed each forearm Left leg been fractured LonHon County Sessions, 4th January, 1910,3$ years penal servitude and 2 years police supervision for housebreaking. Licensed 19th July, 1912. b k 622. London County Sessions, 3rd May, 1910, 3 years penal servitude for larceny and false pretences. Licensed 3rd July, 1912. g k 179. Central Criminal Court, 21st October, 1907, 6 years penal servitude and remanet of former sentence for burglary. Liberated on licence 9t, h July, 1912, which expires 3rd February, 1914. c h 427. Central Criminal ' Court, 2nd March, 1909, 5 years penal servitude for housebreaking. Licensed 3rd July, 1912. Y d i 507. Surrey Sessions, 18th October, 1910, 3 years penal servitude for burglary. Licensed 21st January, 1913. k 501. Chelmsford Sessions, 14th September, 1910, 3 years penal servitude for larceny. Licensed 17th January, 1913. k 425. Liverpool County Quarter Sessions, 14th April, 1909, 5 years penal servitude and 3 years police super- vision for shopbreaking. Liberated on licence, 31st December, 1912, which expires 30th April, 1914. N T Y j 122. Central Criminal Court, 25th April, 1911, 18 months hard labour and 2 years police supervison for larceny. Liberated 2fith Julv, 1912. Supervision expires 25th July, 1914. 5352. London County Sessions, 23rd February, 1909, 3 years penal servitude and 2 years police supervision for larceny and receiving. Licensed 24th May, 1911. j 118. North London Sessions, 27th August, 1907, 3} years penal servitude and 2 years police supervision for false pretences. Licensed 13th April, 1910. h 348. ^ LONDON : PRINTED FOR Ills MAJESTY'S STATIONERY OFFICE BY J. J. KF. LIHER 4 CO., LTD., 33, KING WILLIAM STRKET, B. C., CRAVEN HOUSE, KLNGSWAY, W. C., 4 M., RSHALSKA WORKS, S. E.