A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1904-07-14 - 1904-07-15
Summary:

Metropole Theatre introduced more new artistes by the Ware and Ross Entertainers including Miss Dora Grey, Jack Glynne, The Leopolds, Miss Gertie Maisie, Tom Morcomb, Hugh McCormick, Jas. Christie, Walter Keene, Charlie Jones and the Bioscope. Price and schedule included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1904-07-14
Summary:

An unusually attractive and new programme has been arranged for Saturday night's performance at the Metropole Theatre on which occasion some new artistes will make their appearance, e.g. Miss Dora Grey. A new series of animated pictures will be displayed by the Bioscope.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1904-07-14 - 1904-07-16
Summary:

More new artistes will be introduced by the Ware and Ross' Entertainers, e.g. Miss Dora Grey, Jack Glynne, The Leopolds, Miss Gertie Maisie, Tom Morcomb, Hugh McCormick, Jas. Christie, Walter Keene, Charlie Jones and the Bioscope.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1904-07-14 - 1904-07-16
Summary:

More new artistes will be introduced by the Ware and Ross' Entertainers, e.g. Miss Dora Grey, Jack Glynne, The Leopolds, Miss Gertie Maisie, Tom Morcomb, Hugh McCormick, Jas. Christie, Walter Keene, Charlie Jones and the Bioscope.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1904-07-16 - 1904-07-16
Summary:

Metropole Theatre introduced more new artistes by the Ware and Ross Entertainers tonight including Miss Dora Grey, Jack Glynne, The Leopolds, Miss Gertie Maisie, Tom Morcomb, Hugh McCormick, Jas. Christie, Walter Keene, Charlie Jones and the Bioscope. Price and schedule included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1904-08-01
Summary:

There was a crowded audience at the Metropole Theatre on Saturday night. At one time, it seemed that the night would be wet, but the drizzling rain soon ceased and this encouraged the hesitating one. The performers met with a warm reception, their acting being well applauded. The author later…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-09-20 - 1909-09-30
Summary:

Premier hall of Hong Kong, Des Voeux Road Central. New films in every change of programme. Miss Ivy Lee. Miss Ethel Leslie, a celebrated Australian artiste. Matinees on Saturdays and Sundays at 4 p.m. Reduced prices.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-12-22 - 1909-12-24
Summary:

Premier hall of Hong Kong, Des Voeux Road Central. Change of programme every 2 days. Tonight! The celebrated comedian, Mr W. Lochrane. Coming! Miss Ethel Leslie. On Sunday, grand matinee at 4 p.m. Every children's ticket has a number for a Christmas souvenir.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-12-27 - 1909-12-30
Summary:

Premier hall of Hong Kong, Des Voeux Road Central. Change of programme every 2 days. Tonight! The celebrated comedian, Mr W. Lochrane. Miss Ethel Leslie. Matinees on Saturdays and Sundays at 4 p.m.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-12-31 - 1909-12-31
Summary:

Premier hall of Hong Kong, Des Voeux Road Central. Change of programme every 2 days. Grand New Year performances on 1st to 3rd, Jan., 1910. Magnificent films. The celebrated artistes, Miss Ethel Leslie and Mr W. Lochrane. Coming! The celebrated Australian artistes, Howard and Lee. Matinees on…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1910-01-03 - 1910-01-03
Summary:

Premier hall of Hong Kong, Des Voeux Road Central. Change of programme every 2 days. Grand New Year performances on 3rd Jan., 1910. Magnificent films. The celebrated artistes, Miss Ethel Leslie and Mr W. Lochrane. Coming! The celebrated Australian artistes, Howard and Lee.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1910-01-04 - 1910-01-05
Summary:

(Des Voeux Road Central, Corner of Pottinger Street) The popular hall of the colony. Tonight! 4th January, 1910. A grand benefit performance to the celebrated soprano Miss Ethel Leslie and farewell performance of Mr W. Lochrane. Matinees on Saturdays and Sundays at 4 p.m.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1910-01-06
Summary:

Miss Ethel Leslie will bid farewell to Hongkong this evening after successful appearance. Mr F. Howard and Miss J. Lee will also make their debut having arrived by the s.s. Changaha. New films will be shown.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1910-01-06 - 1910-01-06
Summary:

Premier hall of Hong Kong, Des Voeux Road Central (Corner of Pottinger Street). Tonight! Debut of the celebrated Australian artistes, Mr T. Howard and Miss L. Lee. Farewell performance of the celebrated soprano, Miss Ethel Leslie. Matinees on Saturdays and Sundays at 4 p.m.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-09-01
Summary:

Messrs Ramos and Ramos, the proprietors of Victoria Theatre, have just concluded arrangements for the exhibition of the animated picture Gazette of Pathé Freres which will be quite a new thing in Hongkong. Gazette is an ordinary film showing the latest happenings from all over the world. A…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-09-01 - 1911-09-05
Summary:

(Des Voeux Road Central) From 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. and 9:15 to 11:15 p.m. The finest and coolest hall in the colony. Monster picture programme. Pathe's animated gazette. Ethel Preston and Ricado are coming.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-09-06 - 1911-09-08
Summary:

(Des Voeux Road Central) From 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. and 9:15 to 11:15 p.m. The finest and coolest hall in the colony. Magnificent new pictures. The great film, 'The Fall of Troy,' on Friday night. Last few performances by Miss Lynda Davis. Ethel Preston and Ricado are coming.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-09-09 - 1911-09-09
Summary:

(Des Voeux Road Central) From 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. and 9:15 to 11:15 p.m. The great film, 'The Fall of Troy,' for a few nights only. Performance by Huxham Trio on Monday. Pathe Freres animated gazette 'Cardiff Dock Strike' on Tuesday. Last few performances by Miss Lynda Davis.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-10-06 - 1911-10-06
Summary:

Boxing contest for the Middleweight Championship. Preliminaries of Terry Martin vs. Leon Pauley. Tomorrow, Saturday at 9 p.m. Price details included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-10-12
Summary:

The Victoria Theatre was filled to the doors last night by a highly appreciative audience, the occasion being a special variety entertainment in compliment to Mr. J. Blake, the popular night manager. The programme was a long one, including the performances offered by Bimbo Drake, Mr. Bob…