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: 1909-03-22
Summary:

The management of the Alexandra Cinematograph gave free a fine show for the large throng of children at 6 p.m. This Cinematograph is now giving two shows nightly, which are well attended. Performances by Professor Vincent and Miss Rosa Barnes. The Victoria's popularity is still high, and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-04-29
Summary:

The American plan of giving continuous performances has been adopted by the Star Cinematograph in Wyndham Street. This evening at 6 p.m. the films will commence and it will be possible at any convenient hour after that for patrons to attend and still see the entire show. The best of the subjects…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-05-15
Summary:

The films shown at the Star Cinematograph are excellent and impressive that the audience appreciated them.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-05-30 - 1911-05-31
Summary:

The palace theatre of the colony; magnificent films; Ching Ling Foo troupe; debut on Wednesday.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-10-10 - 1911-10-16
Summary:

All new films during the weeks; Performers: The Harmonious Huxhams, Harris-Vernon; Saturday & Sundays matinees at 4.20 p.m.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-10-10 - 1911-10-10
Summary:

(Des Voeux Road Central) From 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. and 9:15 to 11:15 p.m. New and magnificent films. Performance by The Harmonious Huxhams tonight. Debut by Mr Frank Brown on Wednesday for two nights only. Matinees on Saturdays and Sundays at 4:30 p.m.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-10-16 - 1911-10-16
Summary:

(Des Voeux Road Central) New and magnificent films. Performance by The Harmonious Huxhams tonight. Special attractions.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-10-17 - 1911-10-31
Summary:

All new films during the weeks, debut of Harris-Vernon; Saturady & Sundays matinees at 4.20 p.m.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-10-17 - 1911-10-24
Summary:

(Des Voeux Road Central) From 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. and 9:15 to 11:15 p.m. New and magnificent films. Debut of Harris and Vernon tonight. Matinees on Saturdays and Sundays at 4:30 p.m.

10
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-10-30
Summary:

Harris and Vernon, the clever American dancers at the Victoria Theatre gave a change of programme on Saturday night. The house was packed, and the artists received a great ovation. Some splendid films were also screened.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-10-31 - 1911-11-02
Summary:

(Des Voeux Road Central) The finest and coolest hall in the colony. From 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. and 9:15 to 11:15 p.m. New films by every mail. Performances by Harris and Vernon for four nights. Matinees on Saturdays and Sundays at 4 p.m.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-03-25 - 1912-03-29
Summary:

New and handsome films and performance by Harry Nellie

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-03-25
Summary:

After an off-spell on account of the visit of the Hughes Company, the Victoria Theatre will resume its moving picture show tonight. The films hitherto presented at the Victoria have been excellent and have won high appreciation from crowded audiences. Some new features are promised.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-04-24
Summary:

The movement initiated by the enterprising proprietors of the Victoria Theatre for a monster benefit in aid of the sufferers by the Titanic disaster has met with a hearty response, and on Friday it is expected that the compact little theatre will be filled to overflowing. The entertainment,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-07-12
Summary:

The attraction at the Victoria Theatre this week is the Billy Eldid Troupe of marvellous comic cyclists, who introduce Chocolate, described as the popular of Spanish circus clowns. In addition, the Victoria puts on a number of admirable films, which are alone worth seeing.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-08-13 - 1912-08-15
Summary:

Two performances at 7.15 p.m. and 9.15 p.m. New films just arrived; Coming: 'White Star Liner S.S. Titanic Disaster'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-08-26 - 1912-08-27
Summary:

The coolest hall in town; 2 performances daily: 7.15 p.m. pictures only, 9.15 p.m. full programme; matinees: Saturdays at 4.30 p.m., Sundays at 6.00 p.m.; the best films; last week of Hongkong's favourites, Sam Gale, Little Sadie, and Myra James.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-08-27 - 1912-08-27
Summary:

Two performances at 7.15 p.m. and 9.15 p.m.; Magnificent films and performance by Sam Gale, Little Sadie and Myra James

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-08-28 - 1912-08-28
Summary:

Tonight: Debut of the celebrated artists Verne & Smith; Magnificent films and performance by Sam Gale, Little Sadie and Myra James

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-08-28 - 1912-08-28
Summary:

The coolest hall in town; 2 performances daily: 7.15 p.m. pictures only, 9.15 p.m. full programme; tonight the debut of the celebrated artistes Verno and Smith; a new week of magnificent films.