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: 1904-03-11
Summary:

Messrs. Palmer and Turner sent in an application for permission to sink a well on Marine Lot No. 185 adjoining the new Tai Ping Theatre, for the purpose of filling the tanks with water to be used in a case of fire. Dr. Pearse mentioned that the purpose of a well is for drinking water.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1908-11-11
Summary:

Shameen, November 8 – Illuminations: At 9:30 in the evening another concert was given by the band, accompanied by a cinematograph entertainment, which was thoroughly enjoyed. The grounds of the Consulate were beautifully set off above the main gateway. A word of praise is due to Consul Fox for…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-12-07
Summary:

Hongkong is to have two new theatres. Perhaps three! Two are cinematograph theatres. The foundations of the first are now being laid opposite the Central Market, on the plot of land between Des Voeux Road and the Praya where now stands the Hongkong Cinematograph. This land has been acquired by…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1910-01-15
Summary:

In a month or so a new cinematograph hall will be opened by Messers Ramos and Ramos, proprietors of the Victoria and Hongkong Cinemagraphs beside others in the Far East, on the site now occupied by the Hongkong Cinematograph in Des Voeux Road. Messrs Palmer and Turner are the architects.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1910-04-04
Summary:

Messrs Ramos and Ramos, proprietors of the 'Victoria' Cinematograph in Des Voeux Road, conceived the idea some time ago of erecting a theatre worthy of the Colony, and they secured the site on which stood the old Hongkong Cinematograph, opposite the market. Portion of this site was…

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Headline: The New Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-05-24
Summary:

An application was received from Messrs. Palmer and Turner for permission to erect two water closets and six urinals at the New Victoria Theatre, Des Voeux Road Central.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-05-25
Summary:

The new Victoria Theatre, built by Messrs Ramos and Ramos, of the Empire Cinematograph, opens tomorrow evening at 9 o'clock. The theatre, which has taken nine months to complete, is the finest of its kind in Hong Kong. It was built by Messrs. Palmer and Turner. The accommodation is greater…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-05-27
Summary:

The new Victoria Theatre, a fine building in Des Voeux Road, erected by Messrs. Ramos and Ramos, was opened last night, the initial performance being well attended, in spite of the attraction at the City Hall. The theatre is capable of seating upwards of 800 persons, the chairs being of the tip-…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1912-05-02
Summary:

There appear the so-called 'talking pictures,' a synchronization of the cinematograph and the phonograph by electrical science, are already in craze in London and Paris. So premising have been these reproductions of plays and operas that two prominent producers, Charles Frohman and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-04-11
Summary:

Living pictures of some of the strangest people in the world will be shown shortly at a West End cinema theatre. These pictures are made by Mr. Jack London and Mr. Martin Johnson, who had bought back 26,000 feet of film after his travel to the South Sea Islands. The cinema machine has secured…

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Headline: Bijou
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-05-24 - 1913-05-27
Summary:

Films screenings including 'The Sheriff's Daughter', 'Wild Wales', 'Training Fighting Cocks', 'The Beloved Vagabond' and 'The Savage'; Also screening of News of The Day by Pathe Gazette; Performance by Miss Violet Bonetta; 7.15 p.m. pictures…

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Headline: Bijou
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1913-05-24 - 1913-05-27
Summary:

A Pathe-colored American drama, 'The Sheriff's Daughter.' Other pictures including 'Wild Wales' and 'Training Fighting Cocks.' The comic, 'The Savage.' The drama, 'The Beloved Vagabond.' Pathe gazette included. Performance by Miss Violet…

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Headline: Bijou
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-05-24 - 1913-05-27
Summary:

9.15 Programme: Fine Pathe-color American drama, 'The Sheriff's Daughter,' 'Wild Wales' (a beautiful scenic), 'The Savage' (comic), 'Training Fighting Cocks' (interest), 'The Beloved Vagabond' (drama), and News of the World (Pathe Gazette);…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-02-04
Summary:

The Theatre Royal made improvements in the past two years. Messrs. Palmer and Turner will set the most elaborate scenes and few theatres have better arrangements in this respect. Also, there are new electric installation and curtain designed by Mr. Denman Fuller.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-03-04
Summary:

A capital attraction is announced by the appearance of Fredony, the celebrated transformist, together with his well-balanced company of performers, at the Victoria Theatre on Thursday next. Fredony has many distinct changes of the programme and his first offering will be the protean novelty…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-03-05
Summary:

A capital attraction is announced by the appearance of Fredony, the celebrated transformist, together with his well-balanced company of performers at the Victoria Theatre on Thursday. Miss Tessie Turner will also perform the latest American jazz songs.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-03-06 - 1919-03-08
Summary:

Tonight, Fredony and high-class Vaudeville company. Performers include Tessie Turner, Asta Fricksen and Mdlle Leona. Selected picture programme includes 'Neutrals Rays,' drama in 3 parts, and 'Heritage,' a Laemmle drama featuring Bob Leonaro [sic] and Ella Hall. Booking at…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-03-06 - 1919-03-07
Summary:

Tonight 9.15 p.m., Vaudeville Fredony and a high-class Vaudeville Company. Miss Tessie Turner, that Ragtime Girl. Miss Asta Erickson, a soprano with a wonderful voice. Mdlle Leona, in her dancing creations. Come and see Fredony as a silent Comedian. He has made more people laugh by keeping quiet…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-03-13 - 1919-03-15
Summary:

Tonight, 'The Man in the Clock,' a comical tragedy played by Fredony, a great Photean novelty. Vaudeville company in new songs, items and dances. Still a new attraction, Miss Tessie Turner, that ragtime girl. Pathe presents Gladys Hulette and Creighton Hale in 'For Sale,' a…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-03-13 - 1919-03-13
Summary:

The Man in the Clock,' a comical tragedy played by Fredony Vaudeville Company and performers include Tessie Turner. Pathe presents Gladys Hulette and Creighton Hale in 'For Sale,' a strong story of today in 5 parts.