A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: The Projectoscope
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1902-10-12
Summary:

Forthcoming entertainment of the 20th Century Projectoscopic Company has announced. A brilliant series of photographs scenes in London at Coronation time, the Passion Play as performed at Oberammergau, and realistic pictures of the battle of San Juan, and of President Roosevelt's Rough…

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Headline: South China Morning Post News 1909-01-22
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-01-22
Summary:

The new Alexandra Cinematograph was opened in the premises, No. 2 Zetland Street last evening. The entertainment is strictly confined to exhibitions of the latest films, and those shown last evening included some excellent pictures.

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Headline: Alexandra Cinematograph
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-01-28 - 1908-02-25
Summary:

(No. 2 Zetland Street, Corner of Hoorain-Ali's, near Clock Tower) Tonight and every evening. Entire change of programme every Monday and Thursday. These films have never been shown in Hong Kong by any other cinematograph. 9 to 11 p.m. Price details included.

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Headline: Alexandra Cinematograph: No. 2, Zetland Street - Corner of Hoosain-Ali's - Near Clock Tower
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-02-05 - 1909-02-25
Summary:

Tonight and every evening: Select Programme, entire change of films every Monday and Thursday. These films have never been seen in ANY Cinematograph in Hongkong; Price details and schedule included

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Headline: South China Morning Post News 1909-02-20
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-02-20
Summary:

The Alexandra Cinematograph is showing some good films this week.

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Headline: South China Morning Post News 1909-02-23
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-02-23
Summary:

The Alexandra Cinematograph invited a number of teachers to attend and view an exhibition of pictures of the 'Passion Play.' The films were beautifully coloured and much admired. The pictures will, later, be shown at a matinee for children.

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Headline: Alexandra Cinematograph: No. 2, Zetland Street - Corner of Hoosain-Ali's - Near Clock Tower
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-02-26 - 1909-03-03
Summary:

Tonight and every evening, 9 to 11 p.m., continued change of Films; Saturday has performance for Chinese; Monday has grand matinee for children; Price details and schdecule included

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Headline: Alexandra Cinematograph
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-02-26 - 1909-03-02
Summary:

(No. 2 Zetland Street, Corner of Hoorain-Ali's, near Clock Tower) Tonight and every evening. 9 to 11 p.m. Continual change of films. Saturday, 27th, performance for Chinese. Monday, 1st March, grand matinee for children, special programme. Price and schedule details included.

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Headline: South China Morning Post News 1909-03-02
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-03-02
Summary:

The Alexandra Cinematograph had an excellent audience yesterday afternoon when the Passion Pictures were shown. The pictures will be repeated again on Saturday.

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Headline: Alexandra Cinematograph: No.2, Zetland Street - Corner of Hoosain-Ali's - Near Clock Tower
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-03-04 - 1909-03-08
Summary:

Tonight and every evening 9 to 11 p.m.; Miss Rosa Barnes is coming to town. Continual change of Films; Saturday has grand matinee for children; Sunday has performance for Chinese; Price details and schdecule included

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Headline: Alexandra Cinematograph: No.2, Zetland Street - Corner of Hoosain-Ali's - Near Clock Tower
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-03-09 - 1909-03-11
Summary:

First appearance of Miss Rosa Barnes. Continual change of films. Extra performance on 10th introducing the famous Troupe of the Buffs; Price details included

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Headline: Alexandra Cinematograph: No.2, Zetland Street - Corner of Hoosain-Ali's - Near Clock Tower
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-03-12 - 1909-03-12
Summary:

Performers: Miss Rosa Barnes, Prof. W. Vincent, conjurer and illusionist. Continual change of films. Extra performance on 10th introducing the famous Troupe of the Buffs; Price details included

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Headline: Alexandra Cinematograph
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-03-12 - 1909-03-24
Summary:

(No. 2 Zetland Street, Corner of Hoorain-Ali's, near Clock Tower) Tonight and every evening. 9 to 11 p.m. Miss Rosa Barnes, the celebrated society entertainer. Prof. W. Vincent, conjuror and illusionist. Continual change of films. Price details included.

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Headline: Alexandra Cinematograph: No.2, Zetland Street - Corner of Hoosain-Ali's - Near Clock Tower
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-03-13 - 1909-03-18
Summary:

Tonight & every night, 9 to 11 p.m., daily; Performers: Miss Rosa Barnes, Prof. W. Vincent, conjurer and illusionist. Continual change of films; Price details included

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Headline: Alexandra Cinematograph
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-03-18 - 1909-03-20
Summary:

(No. 2 Zetland Street, Corner of Hoorain-Ali's, near Clock Tower) Tonight and every evening. 9 to 11 p.m. Miss Rosa Barnes, the celebrated society entertainer. Prof. W. Vincent, conjuror and illusionist. Continual change of films. Extra performances daily 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Price details…

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Headline: Alexandra Cinematograph: No.2, Zetland Street - Corner of Hoosain-Ali's - Near Clock Tower
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-03-19 - 1909-03-22
Summary:

Tonight & every night, 9 to 11 p.m., daily; Performers: Miss Rosa Barnes, Prof. W. Vincent, conjurer and illusionist. Continual change of films; Extra performances daily, entrance free to children on Saturday; Price details included

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Headline: Cinematograph Shows
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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Headline: Alexandra Cinematograph
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-03-22 - 1909-03-23
Summary:

(No. 2 Zetland Street, Corner of Hoorain-Ali's, near Clock Tower) Tonight and every evening. 9 to 11 p.m. Miss Rosa Barnes, the celebrated society entertainer. Prof. W. Vincent, conjuror and illusionist. Continual change of films. Extra performances daily 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Price details…

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Headline: Alexandra Cinematograph: No.2, Zetland Street - Corner of Hoosain-Ali's - Near Clock Tower
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-03-23 - 1909-03-24
Summary:

Tonight & every night, 9 to 11 p.m.; Performers: Miss Rosa Barnes, Prof. W. Vincent, conjurer and illusionist. Continual change of films; Price details included

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Headline: Alexandra Cinematograph: No.2, Zetland Street - Corner of Hoosain-Ali's - Near Clock Tower
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-03-25 - 1909-03-31
Summary:

Tonight & every night, 9 to 11 p.m.; Performers: Miss Rosa Barnes, Prof. W. Vincent, conjurer and illusionist. Continual change of films. Extra performances daily, matinee for children with half price on Saturday; Price details included