A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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81
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-08-07 - 1914-08-10
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15, an exceedingly interesting film 'In the Midst of the Jungle' in 3 parts; the latest Gaumont Graphic and some very comic films.

82
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-08-08 - 1914-08-11
Summary:

For 4 nights only, the great star drama 'A Soldier's Duty' in 3 parts, length 4,000 feet; also Pathe's International Gazette and Pathe's Cartoon (comic sketches).

83
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-08-11 - 1914-08-12
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15, Gaumont Graphic, 'The Modern Girl' (comic), 'The Adventures of Dick & Harry' (comic), 'Wiffles Tries Cinema Acting' (comic), 'Jim Mistaken for Foolshead' (comic), and 'Blackmail' in 2 parts (detective).

84
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-08-13 - 1914-08-14
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15, change of programme headed by the magnificent dramatic film 'The Secret Marriage'; the last Gaumont Graphic and some exceedingly comic pictures.

85
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-08-17
Summary:

Mr. J. Blake re-installed as manager of the Victoria. Under the new management, the theatre opened on Saturday night with a fine programme, including a particularly interesting Gaumont Graphic, two or three good comics and a lengthy sensational film entitled 'On the track of the Spider…

86
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-08-19 - 1914-08-25
Summary:

Exceedingly comic & interesting pictures from Aug 19 to 21, including 'Max & the Lady Doctor,' 'A Bet with a Vengeance,' 'The Missing Bridegroom,' and Pathe's International Gazette & Cartoon.

87
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-09-14 - 1914-09-15
Summary:

For 4 nights only, the powerful American drama 'The Trapper's Mistake' in 2 parts - length 3,000 feet; 'Max Persuasive Suicide' and Pathe's British & International Gazette; performance by 'The Gibson Girls.'

88
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-09-24
Summary:

Several very interesting films including a funny play let by Max Linder and Pathe's International Gazette are being shown just now at the Bijou. Nicolas Lenz performed for the first time last night. Miss Dora Lenz danced. 'Within the Lion's Reach' will be shown next Saturday…

89
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-10-10 - 1914-10-13
Summary:

For 4 nights only, 'Traitors to Their King' in 5 parts, length 8,000 feet, a great powerful coloured historical drama, and Pathe's International Gazette; on Oct 14, 'The Live Wire,' a sensational drama in 2 parts, length 3,000 feet; war pictures are coming soon.

90
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-10-21 - 1914-10-22
Summary:

Exceedingly comic & interesting pictures, 'The White Rose,' 'Mary Jane Does the Grand,' 'The Proving of Uncle Josiah,' 'Young Bird Life,' and 'Pathe's International Gazette,' showing the world's latest news; the great drama '…

91
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-11-02
Summary:

There was again a full house at the Bijou on Saturday evening, to enjoy the excellent programme now being presented, of which the chief items are comedy with Max Linder in the principal role, and Pathe's War Gazette. There are also two mirth-provoking films entitled 'Hannigan in Colver…

92
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-11-07 - 1914-11-09
Summary:

The great thrilling detective drama 'Nick Winter & The Mysterious Bank' in 2 parts - length 3,500 feet; the Balkan war picture 'Adrianople' - length 1,500 feet; 'Pathe's International Gazette' is showing the world's latest news.

93
Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-11-23
Summary:

The Bijou Theatre's chief attractions until Wednesday consist of a story-picture 'The Magistrate's Honour,' and two excellent comics 'The Royal Road to Fame,' and some more achievements of Max Linder.

94
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-12-14 - 1914-12-17
Summary:

On Dec 15, the thrilling drama 'In the Consul's Uniform' in 3 parts - 4,000 feet long; the latest Gaumont Graphic and a variety of comic and interesting pictures; performance by Flatt & Brooks; look out for the 3rd series of War Pictures.

95
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-12-18 - 1914-12-19
Summary:

On Dec 18, the sensational drama, 'Playing with His Luck' in 3 parts - 3,000 feet long; Gaumont Graphic - latest news; and by special request, the 2 part dramatic film 'The Strength of Men'; a variety of comic & interesting pictures; look out for the 3rd series of War…

96
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-12-21
Summary:

The picture 'The Plaything of His Luck' was screened on Saturday evening at Victoria. The bill also includes the Gaumont Graphic, 'Artemio in Love' and 'The Strength of Men.' Mr. Bert Flatt and Miss Flo Brooks performed.

97
Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-02-06
Summary:

Some excellent war pictures, a new Max Linder adventure were screened at the Bijou last night. Mr. Louis T. Slicker sang songs and tomorrow night Miss May Clarke will make her first appearance.

98
Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-02-19
Summary:

Some excellent war pictures were shown at the Bijou. Another great attraction was a new Max Linder picture. Tomorrow, 'The Plaything of an Hour' will be screened for the first time.

99
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-03-05
Summary:

The Victoria's programmes are profiting by the new contract with Messrs. Pathe. The Wiffles film which was shown on Tuesday, Wednesday and last night was good. The War pictures are better than ever, and the long film 'The Crime for Love' is good too. Tonight a new Max Linder…

100
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-03-08
Summary:

Last night, a Filipino band performed at the Victoria. The war pictures were interesting and instructive. The long film 'Contrasts' and a Max Linder film were screened.