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…

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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…

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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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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: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1918-01-18
Summary:

Practically every seat in the Victoria Theatre was occupied when Mr. Horace Goldin and his Illusionists Company presented a series of mysteries of excellence and originality rarely seen in the Colony. Miss Barbara Barrington performed singing and cinematograph pictures of which embodied a…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-05-21 - 1918-05-22
Summary:

From May 21-23, a story of keen interest, played by great artistes amid beautiful scenery, 'Which?'; American Gazette No. 54; 'Anatole's Oath,' a comic sketch in 2 parts played by Parisian music hall stars.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-05-21 - 1918-05-23
Summary:

Tuesday and Thursday, 21st and 23rd May, 'Which?' a story of keen interest, played by great artistes amid beautiful scenery. Also American Gazette No. 54 and 'Anatole's Oath,' a comic sketch in two parts played by Parisian music hall stars. Booking at Anderson's.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-05-24
Summary:

This week's attractions are two stories played by well-known artistes. 'Which?' and 'The On-the-Square Girl' featuring Molly King. The programme also included an American Gazette and 'Anatole's Oath.'