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: 1906-04-06
Summary:

Thursday, April 5 – Sergt. Gordon raided the Ko Shing Theatre early yesterday morning, and brought 41 gamblers before Mr. Hareland. Most of the gamblers were actors. His worship imposed a fine of $50 on the first defendant and the rest $2 each. Money and gambling implements were forfeited.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1906-07-13
Summary:

Sergeant Gordon bought eleven men before Mr. Hazeland charged with gambling at No. 369, Queen's Road West. The first and the second defendant was charged $50 and the rest $3 each. Another gambling raid was made by Inspector Smith in which he arrested 17 men in the Chung Hing Theatre at Po…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1907-03-14
Summary:

Wednesday, March 13 – Li Fong Shan, a returned coolie from South Africa, was charged by Sergeant Gordon with stealing a woollen jacket. The complainant, who is a hawker, said he was selling his wares near the Ko Shing Theatre when defendant suddenly snatched up his jacket and made off. He…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1909-03-23
Summary:

The Star Cinematograph gave its initial performance last night with a combination of vaudeville. The films which were presented to the audience cannot be said to have been particularly distinct and have room to improve. Other performances by Baby Daughtry, Misses Vera Vaughan, Lottie Oatley and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-03-24 - 1909-03-27
Summary:

4 Artistes: Baby Daughtry, Linton David, Vera Vaughan, Lottie Oatley; Price details and schedule included

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-03-24 - 1909-03-27
Summary:

(Wyndham Street, Up from the Clock Tower) 4 new artistes: Baby Daughtry, Linton David, Vera Vaughan, Lottie Oatley. Our pictures are all new in Hong Kong. Two performances every night. Price and schedule details included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-03-29 - 1909-03-31
Summary:

Piano performance by Great David; Latest film exhibition: The Thaw Murder Trial; Dancer: Miss Lottie Oatley; Indian Songs & Dances: Baby Daughtry; English Songs Singer: Miss Vera Vaughan; Price details and schedule included

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1910-12-01
Summary:

Mr. R. H. Stephenson is sparing no efforts to make his new enterprise a success in every way. In addition to the interesting films nightly thrown on the screen, which are all new to the Colony, the popular comedian has secured the services of two clever lady artistes – Miss Carrington and Miss…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1910-12-02 - 1910-12-09
Summary:

Every night at 7.00 and 9.00 o'clock; matinees on Saturdays and Sundays at 4 p.m. World's pictures; vaudeville performance from Miss A. M. Carrington, contralto balladist, Mr. F. Burgess, exhibition of sword swinging, and Mr. R. H. Stephenson, dramatic humourist; look out for Vera…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1910-12-08 - 1910-12-09
Summary:

A complete change of programme and pictures. Vaudeville performances by Miss Vera Ferace, Miss A. M. Carrington, Mr. F. Burgess, Mr. R. H. Stephenson; Price details included

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1910-12-08
Summary:

Miss Vera Ferrace, a new artiste for the Bijou Cinematograph, arrived yesterday.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1910-12-08
Summary:

Miss Vera Ferrace, the comedienne from Shanghai, makes her initial appearance tonight. Mr. R. H. Stephenson and Miss Carrington's songs are well received. The pictures are extremely good and new to the Colony.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1910-12-09
Summary:

Miss Vera Ferrace's performance last night was in every successful. Miss Carrington and Mr. R. H. Stephenson's show were well received. Mr. Burgess still continued his exhibition of sword swinging.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1910-12-10 - 1910-12-13
Summary:

Changing pictures twice weekly; Vaudeville performances by Miss Vera Ferace, Mr. Donald Harvey, Mr. R. H. Stephenson; Price details included

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1910-12-10
Summary:

New pictures and new artists should now make the Bijou Cinematograph Theatre a decided draw, including Miss Carrington and Miss Vera Ferrace.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1910-12-10 - 1910-12-13
Summary:

Every night at 7.00 and 9.00 o'clock; matinees Saturdays, at 4 p.m.; World pictures; vaudeville performances by Miss Vera Ferrace, a brilliant star artist, and Mr. Donald Harvey, the celebrated one-string violinist of England at 9 p.m.; 7 p.m. 50, 30, and 20 cents; 9 p.m. $1.00, 70 and 40…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1910-12-13
Summary:

Crowded houses continue to witness the excellent performances given nightly at the Bijou Scenic Theatre, especially from Miss Vera Ferrace and Mr. Stephenson.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1910-12-14 - 1910-12-20
Summary:

Changing pictures twice weekly; Vaudeville performances by Miss Mae Montgomery, Mr. Chas Castleman, Miss Vera Ferrace, Mr. R. H. Stephenson; Price details included

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1910-12-14 - 1910-02-20
Summary:

Every night at 7.00 and 9.00 o'clock; matinees Saturdays, at 4 p.m.; World pictures; 2 new artists at 9 p.m., Miss Mae Montgomery, Mr. Chas. Castleman and Miss Vera Ferrace; New song, new pictures and new sketches; 7 p.m. 50, 30, and 20 cents; 9 p.m. $1.00, 70 and 40 cents.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1910-12-15
Summary:

Miss Vera Ferrace, Miss Mae Montgomery and Mr. Chas Cattleman performed in the Bijou Scenic Theatre last night. Mr. Cattleman will repeat his performance tonight and all those who are interested in occult should not miss his show.