A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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121
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-12-05
Summary:

Victoria Theatre: Amongst the many new films at the Victoria Theatre is that of Pathe's Animated Gazette showing pictures of world-wide events. It is a really interesting film and illustrates at a glance what would take a considerable time to read. Miss Daisy Lundy maintains her reputation…

122
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-12-06 - 1911-12-11
Summary:

(Des Voeux Road Central) From 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. and 9:15 to 11:15 p.m. The great prize film 'After 50 Years' or 'The Golden Wedding.' Performance by Daisy Lundy. Matinees on Saturdays and Sundays at 4 p.m.

123
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-12-08
Summary:

Tonight at the Victoria Theatre a magnificent film, which won the first prize of 25,000 francs at the recent cinematograph exhibition at Tuxin, is to be thrown on the screen. The picture is entitled 'After fifty years' or the 'Golden Wedding.'

124
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-12-12 - 1911-12-14
Summary:

(Des Voeux Road Central) From 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. and 9:15 to 11:15 p.m. The great historical film 'Brutus.' Performance by Daisy Lundy. Matinees on Saturdays and Sundays at 4 p.m.

125
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-12-15
Summary:

A picture of considerably more than passing interest is to be shown at the Victoria Theatre tonight when Messrs Ramos and Ramos will present the grand film showing the latest war events in Tripoli. This picture has been specially sent out for the Victoria Theatre and patrons will no doubt…

126
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-12-15 - 1911-12-16
Summary:

(Des Voeux Road Central) From 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. and 9:15 to 11:15 p.m. The great film related to events in Tripoli during the Turko-Italian War. Performance by Daisy Lundy. Matinees on Saturdays and Sundays at 4 p.m.

127
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-12-19
Summary:

Special attractions are announced in connection with the Victoria Theatre for Christmas. During the week a number of splendid films are to be exhibited including historical, panoramic, dramatic and comic. All pictures to be shown tonight are new while on Friday night the magnificent film…

128
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-12-19 - 1911-12-20
Summary:

(Des Voeux Road Central) From 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. and 9:15 to 11:15 p.m. Performance by Miss Lynda Davies and Miss Daisy Lundy. Monster matinee on Christmas Day. Matinees on Saturdays and Sundays at 4 p.m.

129
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-12-21 - 1911-12-21
Summary:

(Des Voeux Road Central) From 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. and 9:15 to 11:15 p.m. Reappearance of Miss Lynda Davies. Last performance by Miss Daisy Lundy. Monster programme on Christmas Day. Magnificent presents given away. The grand film 'The Siege of Calais' for tomorrow.

130
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-12-22 - 1911-12-26
Summary:

(Des Voeux Road Central) From 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. and 9:15 to 11:15 p.m. The grand coloured film 'The Siege of Calais' for tonight and a few nights only. Extraordinary success of Miss Lynda Davies. Monster matinee on Christmas Day and magnificent presents given away. Matinees on…

131
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-12-27
Summary:

The Victoria Theatre provided monster programmes during the holidays, and the films were much appreciated. Performances by Miss Lynda Davis, Harris and Vernon. Messrs Ramos and Ramos are giving away prizes at the matinee on New Year's Day.

132
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-12-27 - 1911-12-28
Summary:

(Des Voeux Road Central) From 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. and 9:15 to 11:15 p.m. Reappearance of Harris and Vernon. Extraordinary success of Miss Lynda Davies. Monster programme during the week. Grand matinees on 30th and 31st December; and 1st and 2nd January. Matinees on Saturdays and Sundays at 4 p.m…

133
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-12-29 - 1911-12-30
Summary:

(Des Voeux Road Central) From 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. and 9:15 to 11:15 p.m. Reappearance of Harris and Vernon. Extraordinary success of Miss Lynda Davies. Monster programme during the week. Grand matinees on 30th, 31st December and 1st January. Valuable pieces given away on New Year's Day.

134
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1912-01-03
Summary:

When Messrs Ramos and Ramos contemplated building the popular picture palace, the Victoria Theatre, it was thought that the building to be erected would have ample accommodation for some years to come. Certainly on benefit nights, matinees and at many other times the accommodation is wholly…

135
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1912-01-26
Summary:

Tonight a grand complimentary benefit is to be tendered to Miss Lynda Davis at the Victoria Theatre. A number of special attractions are announced, including the band of the K.O.Y.L.I. and H.M.S. Merlin minstrel troupe.

136
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1912-01-27
Summary:

Miss Lynda Davis, the band of K.O.Y.L.I. and H.M.S. Merlin performed in Victoria Theatre. Mr Clair Brown appeared for the first time in Hongkong and created a favourable impression.

137
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1912-01-31
Summary:

A magnificent historical film representative of the battle of Trafalgar, showing the ships in action and the man in the enemy's round-top who shot the beloved Admiral Nelson, is to be presented at the Victoria Theatre tonight.

138
Headline: News of the Day
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1912-02-03
Summary:

Madame Abdala is to make her debut at the Victoria Theatre tonight.

139
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1912-02-23
Summary:

A number of new films have arrived for the Victoria Theatre and will be shown during the next few days. Performance by the Lyall Sisters.

140
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1912-02-27
Summary:

A fine film entitled the 'Queen's Necklace,' which illustrates a chapter of French history, is to be shown at the Victoria Theatre tonight. The case of the diamond necklace was a historical scandal which took place about 1785, in the reign of the ill-fated Louis XVI and Marie…