A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1910-04-22
Summary:

While a Chinese woman was walking along near the Empire Cinematograph last night, she was suddenly seen to stagger and the next moment fell down and died on the roadway.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1910-05-07
Summary:

Owing to the death of the King, the 'Empire' Cinematograph has been closed until further notice.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1910-11-17
Summary:

A large house was present last night in the new Bijou Scenic Theatre in Flower Street. It was formerly the Salon Cinema-Theatre. The pictures thrown on the screen last night were interesting and free from flicker. The film depicting the journey to Taipo on the new railway was particularly…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1910-11-30
Summary:

The Bijou Scenic Theatre has been drawing fairly good houses nightly. Audiences enjoy both Mr. Stephenson and Mr. Collins' performances. On the whole the pictures are very good, particularly the one called 'At a Cinematograph Show.' The film is screamingly funny. A special matinee…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1910-12-01
Summary:

Mr. R. H. Stephenson is sparing no efforts to make his new enterprise a success in every way. In addition to the interesting films nightly thrown on the screen, which are all new to the Colony, the popular comedian has secured the services of two clever lady artistes – Miss Carrington and Miss…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1910-12-08
Summary:

Miss Vera Ferrace, the comedienne from Shanghai, makes her initial appearance tonight. Mr. R. H. Stephenson and Miss Carrington's songs are well received. The pictures are extremely good and new to the Colony.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1910-12-09
Summary:

Miss Vera Ferrace's performance last night was in every successful. Miss Carrington and Mr. R. H. Stephenson's show were well received. Mr. Burgess still continued his exhibition of sword swinging.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1910-12-15
Summary:

Miss Vera Ferrace, Miss Mae Montgomery and Mr. Chas Cattleman performed in the Bijou Scenic Theatre last night. Mr. Cattleman will repeat his performance tonight and all those who are interested in occult should not miss his show.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1910-12-17
Summary:

Misses Vera Ferrace, Mae Montgomery and Mr. Chas Cattleman will perform tonight and new pictures will be thrown on the screen, including 'The Mica Mine,'' The Resin Industry,' 'A Difficult Task,' 'Display of Horsemanship,' and 'The Gas Inspector.…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1910-12-19
Summary:

There was a bumper house at the Bijou Scenic Theatre on Saturday night in response to the attractive bill of fare which had been advertised. Performances by Miss Vera Ferrace, Miss Mae Montgomery and Mr. Chas Castleman. The pictures exhibited are all good.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-01-02
Summary:

The Bijou Scenic Theatre continues to be well patronised. Miss Vera Ferrace and Mr. Robert Stephenson continue to perform.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-01-04
Summary:

Miss Ruby Crystal will once again perform in Bijou Scenic Theatre. She will appear in double turns with Miss Vera Ferrace and Mr. R. H. Stephenson.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-01-07
Summary:

Miss Ruby Crystal makes her debut at the Bijou Scenic Theatre tonight.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-01-10
Summary:

A material addition has been made at the Bijou Scenic Theatre in the matter of artistes, by the engagement of Miss Ruby Crystal. She at present appears nightly with Miss Vera Ferrace.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-01-21
Summary:

Another capital programme has been arranged for tonight at Bijou Scenic Theatre. Miss Vera Ferrace and Miss Ruby Crystal will appear in new songs and dances.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-02-02
Summary:

The Empire Cinematograph Theatre was well filled last night. The moving pictures thrown on the screen were both instructive and amusing, including a historical film and comic films. Performance by Miss Dolly Swift and Mr. Denis Carney.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-02-06
Summary:

A good bill of fare is being nightly provided at the 'Empire.' Miss Dolly Swift, Mr. Denis Carney and Mr. Gus Hayward all perform great shows. The pictures cannot be said to be entirely new to the Colony, but some of them are extremely amusing and one of the most striking is '…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-02-10
Summary:

Tonight and a few following nights, patrons of the 'Empire' Cinematograph Theatre have a treat in store for them in the shape of the large new film portraying the powerful story of love and tragedy having for its central figure Messalina, the wife of the Roman Emperor Claudius. The…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-02-17
Summary:

A change of programme was given at the Bijou Scenic Theatre last night. The pictures are excellent and well worth seeing. Miss Vera Ferrace continues to delight audiences. Nor must mention of Mr. Stephenson be left out, as he is capital on the stage, his appearance on the boards usually having…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-02-20
Summary:

Large audiences gather nightly at the 'Empire' for relaxation. Miss Dolly Swift's songs and dances and Mr. Denis Carney's performances are appreciated. A little more variety into the films would unquestionably be appreciated.