A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1903-02-14 - 1903-02-24
Summary:

Department store ad. Sale of Cinemagraphs in various prices. Mentioned that Cinemagraphs can be worked by a child.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1908-04-22
Summary:

The play's the thing,' sang the much quoted William. The natives of fair Cathay think similarly. When a popular piece is staged at the Taiping theatre a speculator usually buys up all the best seats and then sells them at the door, or in the streets. One hawker was fined $5.

3
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1908-07-28
Summary:

The only Chinese actor in America appearing in an English speaking company is Ah Sam, who plays Sing Wing as William Collier's support in 'Caught in the Rain' at the Victoria theatre on Monday (says the 'Daily Colonist,' Vancouver). Ah Sam was born and raised in Hong…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-05-01
Summary:

A feast of good things is at present being provided to patrons of the Empire Cinematograph. Signorina Salvati appears in an amusing laughing song, while Miss Irma La Pomme and Mlle. Bascans contribute pleasing songs. Sr. Falanto's fine rich voice nightly evokes applause.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-05-19 - 1911-05-22
Summary:

The pioneer hall of the colony (Des Voeux Road Central, Opposite Central Market). 2 performances on 7:15 to 9 and 9:15 to 11:30 p.m. Magnificent new films at every change of programme. Last performance of Mr Falanto and Salvati on Sunday. Performance by Miss Bascans. Ching Ling Foo and The…

6
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-06-06
Summary:

Tonight is the last night of the Ching Ling Foo troupe and those who have not yet seen this marvellous combination would do well to do so before it is too late. Tomorrow night the celebrated Collier Sisters who made such a hit in Shanghai make their debut.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-06-06 - 1911-06-06
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. Last performance by Ching Ling Foo Troupe of Peking artistes. Debut of Collier Sisters and unparalleled dancers on Wednesday.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-06-07 - 1911-06-07
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. Debut of the Two Colliers and unparalleled dancers tonight.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-06-07 - 1911-06-24
Summary:

Tonight (Wednesday), 7th June, debut of the Eminent Soubrettes, the Two Colliers.

10
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-06-08
Summary:

The Collier Sisters made their duet at the new Victoria Theatre last night and were given rousing reception.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-06-08 - 1911-06-24
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. Tremendous success of Collier Sisters and unparalleled dancers tonight.

12
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-06-26 - 1911-07-01
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. Hong Kong coronation pictures are postponed until the first week of July. Tremendous success of Collier Sisters and unparalleled dancers.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-06-26 - 1911-07-01
Summary:

Debut of the illusionist Mr. Arthur Balcombe for 3 nights only; the Eminent Soubrettes, the Two Colliers.

14
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-07-03
Summary:

The Victoria Theatre has lost none of its popularity. The Collier Sisters' dancing and singing are greatly appreciated. The pictures are excellent.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-07-05 - 1911-07-08
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. Unparalleled success of Australian Huxham Trio. Debut of The Collier Sisters.

16
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-07-15 - 1911-07-19
Summary:

London's coronation pictures taken especially for the Victoria will be shown every night until further notice; performance by the Colliers Sisters, the clever operatic and burlesque entertainers.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-07-19
Summary:

Tonight the Victoria Theatre is to show a special film entitled 'The Pageant of Empire.' They are also showing a picture of the Milk Industry in the Alps. The whole series of pictures and the excellent turns provided by the Sister Collier to form a very pleasing programme.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-07-20 - 1911-07-31
Summary:

Once more coronation pictures of Hongkong will be shown every night until further notice; performance by the Colliers Sisters, the clever operatic and burlesque entertainers.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-08-02
Summary:

A bumper house at the Victoria Theatre on Tuesday night gave the Collier Sisters an enthusiastic send-off on the occasion of a benefit performance in their honour. The Donnelly Troupe, Little Kitty and Mrs Elsie Donnelly also provide their performance. With a number of interesting films were…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1912-01-22 - 1912-01-23
Summary:

(Des Voeux Road Central) From 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. and 9:15 to 11:15 p.m. The thrilling picture, 'The Golden Belt.' Debut of Miss Ruby Williams on Tuesday. Debut of Lyall Sisters on Wednesday. Miss Lynda Davies is coming on January 26. 'A Dead Man's Child' on Thursday.