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: 1911-06-26
Summary:

The girls of the C.M.S. schools were given an extra treat by the Coronation committee and others. This took the form of a specially arranged cinematograph entertainment at the Victoria theatre, to which the pupils of Fairlea, Kowloon Victoria Home, St. Stephens' Girls College and six out of…

2
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1912-04-27
Summary:

An enjoyable concert was given last evening at the Victoria Theatre, Messrs Ramos and Ramos being responsible for its promotion on behalf of the fund to aid the sufferers in the appalling Titanic disaster. A fine selection of cinematograph films was introduced. Performance under Mr F. Gonzales…

3
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-02-12
Summary:

Miss Nellie Maher gave her farewell performances at the Victoria Theatre last night. The cinematograph films shown were of the usual good quality. Miss Elsa Willson sang beautiful songs.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-06-02
Summary:

Mr. Henry Dallas has reserved two best one-act pieces for his last two nights in the Victoria Theatre. In addition to the triple bill, several new Films will be shown on the Cinematograph.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-05-08
Summary:

A splendid cinematograph entertainment was given in the Refreshment Hall approved by Messrs. Ramos and Ramos of the Victoria Theatre. The performance was a great success and was greatly appreciated.

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

Amazing programme: Hullo, Is That You Bill?, Yes; Also screening of 'Sherlock Holmes' and 'Wiffles'

7
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-09-07
Summary:

The story by Sir A. C. Doyle, 'Sherlock Holmes,' is to be filmed tonight at the Victoria Theatre. 'Wiffles' is one of the many comic pictures to be shown.

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Headline: Christmas Tree
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-12-23
Summary:

The Christmas Party in connection with the R.E. and the A.S.C. took place yesterday at the Wellington Barracks. The children received gifts and were treated to a cinematograph show by Mr. Blake of the Victoria Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-04-28 - 1916-05-01
Summary:

Films screenings including 'Charlie The Tramp' (2 parts), 'The Rose Amongt the Briars' (3 reels) featuring Miss Jackie Saunders 'Wiffles' (a coloured comedy) and 'A Sailor's Practical Joke'; Screening of British Gazette: 'The Secret of the New 14…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-07-14 - 1916-07-14
Summary:

Screening of 'New Exploits of Elaine' (18th Episode: Red Roses'); Max Linder, Wiffles, Keystone Comic, Cartoon Comic and Pathe's British Gazette, 'The Great War'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-07-15 - 1916-07-17
Summary:

Tonight: Screening of 'New Exploits of Elaine' (18th Episode: Red Roses'); Max Linder, Wiffles, Keystone Comic, Cartoon Comic and Pathe's British Gazette, 'The Great War'

12
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-09-18 - 1916-09-18
Summary:

Grand comedy and band night; Screening of 'Pickwick Papers', 'Bunny', 'Wiffles', Keystone and other comics; Coming Grand Naval Variety Night

13
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-11-10 - 1916-11-10
Summary:

Screening of 'The Red Circle' (7th & 8th episodes), 'The Great War', Comics: 'Wiffles', 'Water Hymphs' and 'Dust Hater'; Coming film: 'The Defence of Verdun'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-11-11 - 1916-11-11
Summary:

Tonight: Screening of 'The Red Circle' (7th & 8th episodes), 'The Great War', Comics: 'Wiffles', 'Water Hymphs' and 'Dust Hater'; Coming film: 'The Defence of Verdun'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-03-29 - 1917-03-29
Summary:

Coming screening of Charlie Chaplin in 'Carmen', Pathe's British and American Gazettes and others

16
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-03-30 - 1917-03-30
Summary:

Screening of Charlie Chaplin in 'Carmen', Pathe's British and American Gazettes and others for 3 nights only

17
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-03-30 - 1917-03-30
Summary:

Screening of Charlie Chaplin in 'Carmen', Pathe's British and American Gazettes, 'Despised', The Great war and Varuous Comics

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-03-31 - 1917-03-31
Summary:

Screening of Charlie Chaplin in 'Carmen', Pathe's British and American Gazettes and others for 2 nights only

19
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-03-31 - 1917-04-03
Summary:

Tonight: Screening of Charlie Chaplin in 'Carmen', Pathe's British and American Gazettes, 'Despised', The Great war and Varuous Comics

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-04-20 - 1917-04-20
Summary:

Screening of Pathe's 'The Iron Claw' (17th & 18th episodes), Pathe's British, American and French Gazettes; Comics: 'His Prehistoric Face' and 'How to Kidnap Daisy' (Chaplin Comedy); Coming film: 'Wallingford'