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: 1914-05-18
Summary:

The Three Mile Limit' screened at the Bijou is an attractive film. The Gibson girls are as lively and as much appreciated as ever. Further episodes in the fortunes of the one and only 'Max' and of his brother mirth maker, 'Wiffles,' together with the latest one and…

2
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-10-28
Summary:

This evening, there will be screened at the Bijou the first number of Pathe's War Gazette. This film is 1,500 feet long and includes other interesting items, including: A captured German ship being towed into Yarmouth Harbour, the French trips crossing the frontier into Germany, Earl…

3
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-10-28 - 1914-10-30
Summary:

The great comedy picture The Game of Love & Chance in 2 parts - length 3,000 feet; also Path's War Gazettes, comprising a wonderful series of stirring events in the present great crisis - length 1,500 feet.

4
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-11-02 - 1914-11-03
Summary:

A great screaming comedy, 'Max's Chosen Bride' in 2 parts - 3,000 feet; 'Haunican in Clover' - American comedy; also 'Pathe's War Gazette' that comprising a wonderful series of stirring events in the present great crisis; a powerful drama 'A…

5
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-11-16 - 1914-11-17
Summary:

The great sensational and exciting drama, 'The Drug of Oblivion' in 5,000 feet and Pathe's War Gazette - 3rd series - 1,500 feet on Nov 14, comprising a wonderful series of stirring events in the present great crisis.

6
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-11-18 - 1914-11-20
Summary:

The farcical comedy 'Wiffles' Love Romance' in 2 parts - length 3,500 feet; the magnificent coloured drama, 'A Scoundrel's Chance,' 'A Spendthrift's Reform' [sic], Pathe's War Gazette - 3rd series; a powerful Italian Drama 'The Magistrate…

7
Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-11-20
Summary:

Wiffles' Love Romance' and Pathe's War Gazette (3rd Series), 'A Spendthrift's Reform,' 'A Scoundrel's Chance,' and 'A Jolly Little Dinner Out of Doors' are being shown at the Bijou.

8
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-11-25 - 1914-11-27
Summary:

The magnificent and powerful drama 'Slaves of Ambition' in 3 parts - 5,000 feet; Pathe's War Gazette, the 4th series - 1,500 feet; performance by Flatt; the drama 'To Shield Her Son' in 4 parts - 6,000 feet on Nov 28.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-11-27
Summary:

Mr. Bert Flatt, American Musical Monologue Comedian, is billed to appear tonight at the Bijou. 'Slaves of Ambition,' Pathe's War Gazette (4th series), and 'The Detective Jane' will be shown.

10
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-11-28 - 1914-12-01
Summary:

The great powerful drama, 'To Shield Her Son' in 4 parts - 6,000 feet; Pathe's War Gazette, the 4th series - 1,500 feet, showing the latest events connected with the great crisis; performance by Flatt.

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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-11-30
Summary:

There was a packed house at the Bijou on Saturday evening, the chief attraction being Mr. Bert Flatt, the American Musical Comedian. The programme also includes the 4th series of Pathe's War Gazette, 'To Shield Her Son,' and 'Father Boys a Chimney Pot.'

12
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-12-12 - 1914-12-15
Summary:

For 4 nights only, Wells v Blake; the great boxing picture and knock-out match; 'A Rage for a Husband' in 3 parts - length 4,000 feet, a great screaming comedy; 'Pathe's War Gazette,' the 5th series; coming soon: 'Rocambole,' the 3rd series.

13
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-07-16 - 1921-07-16
Summary:

Wo Ping Theatre: At 2.30, 5.15 & 7.15, episodes 6 of 'The Son of Tarzan' and episodes 5 of 'Daredevil Jack.' At 9.15, Alermo and Chefalo. The Coronet: At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15, Norma Talmadge in 'The Woman Gives.' The Kowloon: At 5.30 & 9.15, Frank…

14
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-22 - 1921-10-24
Summary:

The Weaker Sex,' 'Start the Show' and Topical Budget. October 24 Remarks: Last performances of 'The Weaker Sex,' featuring Dorothy Dalton, Chas. Ray, Louise Glaum, Robert McKim and J. Barney Sherry. Also showing Rolin Cartoon, Comedies & Gazette.

15
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-11-07 - 1921-11-08
Summary:

Tom Moore in 'Thirty a Week,' and Comedies. First class dance floor and tip top orchestra.

16
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-11-09 - 1921-11-09
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15 & 9.15 p.m., Harold Lloyd in 'Number, Please,' 'The Miracle of Money,' and at 7.15 only, 'The Fantom Foe' [sic]. Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 5.30 & 9 p.m., 'The Money Changers' and Comedies. First class dance floor…

17
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-05 - 1921-12-05
Summary:

The Coronet: Tonight till Wednesday at 2.30, 5.15 & 9.15, Douglas Fairbanks in 'Say! Young Fellow.' Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9 p.m., Enid Bennett in 'Fuss and Feathers,' an Ince production, Paramount Magazine and Comedy.

18
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-05-26 - 1922-05-27
Summary:

The Coronet: At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Louise Glaum in 'Sahara,' 'Hocus Pocus' and Topical Budget. Kowloon Theatre: Fred Stone in 'Under the Top,' and Comedy.

19
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-06-01 - 1922-06-01
Summary:

The Coronet: At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Roy Stewart and Louise Lovely in 'The Heart of the North,' and Larry Semon in 'The Fly Cop.' Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9.15, 'The Long Arm of Mannister,' Comedy and Gazette.

20
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-06-02 - 1922-06-02
Summary:

The Coronet: At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Roy Stewart and Louise Lovely in 'The Heart of the North,' and Larry Semon in 'The Fly Cop.' Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9.15, Louise Glaum in 'Sahara,' Comedy and Gazette. Fox-trot Competition next Tuesday, June 6.