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: 1912-04-27
Summary:

Last night, the Victoria Theatre was crowded for the splendid benefit concert promoted by Messrs. Ramos and Ramos on behalf of the fund to aid the sufferers from the appalling disaster to the liner Titanic. The programme was an elaborate one, with music from the K.O.Y.L.I., Mr. F. Gonzales and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-07-17 - 1913-07-18
Summary:

Coming film screening of 'On the Steps of the Throne'; Singing and dancings performances by Olga Montes and Kitty Raynor

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-07-19
Summary:

The programme at the Victoria Theatre on Saturday to Monday is notable for excellent films to be exhibited. These include the superb military film 'On the Steps of the Throne' and several very good comics. Misses Olga Montez and Kitty Raynor are still entertaining the many patrons of…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-08-19 - 1913-08-20
Summary:

Film screening of 'The Sewer' (in 2 parts) and some comic films; Performances by Olga Montez and Kitty Raynor

5
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-10-07
Summary:

The orchestra for the Victoria Cinematograph Theatre was expected to arrive yesterday by the French Packet Paul Lecat but did not do so. It is believed the musicians will be here by the next semester. The Victoria continues to exhibit films showing the most recent world events and interesting…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-11-24
Summary:

The programmes at the Victoria Theatre improve with each change last week's offerings were a particularly well-selected lot and each was watched with interest. A feature film in three parts, 'The Money Kings,' is most absorbing, and introduces wireless, a hydroplane and various…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-01-01
Summary:

A cricket match will be played on Hong Kong Cricket Club and the Theatre Royal will be closed. 'Manon Lescaut' is shown at the Victoria. Pathe Gazette and 'That Scamp Ferdinand' will be in the Bijou's New Year offerings.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-06-30 - 1914-07-02
Summary:

Films screening of 'At the Foot of the Scaffold' (2 parts) and 'Wheat and Tares' (2 parts); Screening of The latest Gaumint Graphic; Also some very comic films; Coming film: 'Queen's Jewels'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-07-21 - 1914-07-23
Summary:

Film screening of 'The Dice of Life' (3 parts); Screening of The latest Gaumont Graphic; Also some exceedingly comic films

10
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-07-24 - 1914-07-27
Summary:

Film screening of 'To Conquer or to Die' (5 parts); The latest Gaumont Graphic; Also some exceedingly comic films

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-07-28 - 1914-07-30
Summary:

Film screening of 'Black Thirteen' (2 parts); The latest Gaumont Graphic; And a fine selection of comic films

12
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-07-31 - 1914-08-03
Summary:

Film screening of 'The Mysteries of Photograph'( 5,000 ft, 4 parts); Screening of The latest Gaumont Graphic; Also some exceedingly comic pictures

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-08-04 - 1914-08-06
Summary:

Film screening of 'Study in Diplomacy' (2 parts); Also other comic and intersting films

14
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-08-07 - 1914-08-10
Summary:

Film screening of 'In the Midst of the Jungle' (3 parts); Screening of the latest Gaumont Graphic; Also some very comic films

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-08-25 - 1914-08-27
Summary:

Film screening of 'Misplaced Trust' (2 parts); Also new panoramic, Historical and Comic films

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-04-29
Summary:

The Beggar Prince' and 'Max Linder as a Toreador' were the principal films shown at the Victoria Theatre. Another feature is the Pathe's Gazette of recent events. Performance by Miss May Yohe.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-05-06
Summary:

The Carsons presenting 'Pastimes on the Prairies,' commenced an engagement at the Victoria Theatre. Pathe's Gazette and other films completed an excellent programme.

18
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-07-27
Summary:

The principal film shown at the Victoria Theatre tonight is dramatic. 'For the Sake of a Throne,' Keystone comics and Pathe's Gazette fill up an attractive programme.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-08-06 - 1915-08-06
Summary:

Films screenings including 'A Queen's Love' (3 parts) and 'Sherlock Holmes in The Musgrave Ritual'; Screening of Pathe's Gazette and Keystone Comics

20
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-08-07 - 1915-08-09
Summary:

Films screenings including 'A Queen's Love' (3 parts) and 'Sherlock Holmes in The Musgrave Ritual'; Screening of Pathe's Gazette and Keystone Comics