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: 1916-03-16
Summary:

The Bijou Theatre has secured the rights of reproduction in Hong Kong and the first of the series of 'The Extraordinary Adventures of Saturnin Farandoul,' the celebrated Italian novel by A. Robida, will be exhibited.

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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-03-18 - 1916-03-21
Summary:

On Mar 18, 1st series of the daring and sensational feature 'The Extraordinary Adventures' [sic] in 4 parts; 'Saturnin Farandoul' from the celebrated Italian novel of A. Robida; also the magnificent drama 'The Gipsy's Daughter' in 3 parts.

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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-03-18 - 1916-03-21
Summary:

Films screenings including 'The Extraordinary Adventures of Saturnin Farandoul' from the novel of A. Robida and 'The Gipasy's Daughter' (3 parts)

104
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-04-06
Summary:

To the Editor S. C. M. Post – The proceeds of the Variety Entertainment held at the Victoria Theatre amounted to about $850. The committee tenders their sincere thanks to those who contributed.

105
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-06-17
Summary:

When clearing up the debris of the Gaiety Cinema, which was burned down on Sunday evening, the charred body of a man was found which was identified as manager Mr C. P. Supe, says Central China Post. It is supposed he had been engaged in sorting out films and that they had accidentally caught…

106
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-06-22
Summary:

To the Editor S. C. M. Post – A letter complained that the orchestra should give the audience a little civilized music. Occasionally, the audience was treated to a good selection, but it doesn't last long, for, at a change of pictures, the orchestra at once seized their opportunity and…

107
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-06-23
Summary:

To the Editor S. C. M. Post – A. Montez, conductor of the Victoria Theatre Orchestra replied to the letter yesterday. The orchestra played one-step, two-step and tangos for certain comic pictures but played classical and overture music for dramatic pictures.

108
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-06-24
Summary:

To the Editor S. C. M. Post – The orchestra is small in numbers and needs volume. The melodies from 'God's own Country' make the audience feel 'perky.' Also another reply letter from the Music Lover.

109
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-06-30
Summary:

To the Editor S. C. M. Post – Last evening, the writer went to the Benefit Concert at the Victoria Theatre, and entered the theatre while smoking a cigarette. They had been warned that smoking is not allowed.

110
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1916-07-26
Summary:

Jose Montez, an operator at the Palisade, Kowloon, was charged at the Court today before Mr. Orme with stealing and receiving two postal orders for 20/- the property of Mr. C. Lane Poole. Mr. A. M. Preston appeared for the defence and the case was adjourned until Friday afternoon bail being…

111
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-08-01
Summary:

Jose Montez was charged with stealing two postal orders of C. Lane Poole. The defendant was employed as an operator at the Palisade, Kowloon.

112
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-08-05 - 1916-08-05
Summary:

Change of programme: the thrilling picture 'The Last Dance' in 4 parts, a story of Bohemian life; second series of 'Panama Canal,' illustrating the wonderful machinery and methods used in conquering nature 'Harry's Gazette' (interesting); 'Huggins V. C. in…

113
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-08-30
Summary:

All ranks will attend a lecture on Discipline and Routine by the D.S.P. at the Victoria Theatre. Uniform will be worn.

114
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-09-01
Summary:

All ranks including Patrolmen will attend at the Victoria Theatre.

115
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-09-21
Summary:

The entertainment at the Victoria Theatre last night was one of the best music-hall shown that have been seen here. The Venue Amateur Dramatic Society's performance was attractive. Mr. F. Hickman, Mr. P. Levers, Mr. L. Hatton, Messrs A. King and J. Gray, Mr. S. Martin, Mr. F. Waterman, Mr.…

116
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-09-21
Summary:

The Venus Amateur Dramatic Society had a large audience. All artistes received enthusiastic receptions and calls for encores. The proceeds of the performance given tonight are for the widows and orphans in the Jutland Battle. Artistes included Mr. F. Hickman, Messrs. A. King, J. Gray, Messrs. G…

117
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-09-28
Summary:

A variety concert will be given at The Victoria Theatre on Wednesday in aid of the Kitchener Fund.

118
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-09-29 - 1916-09-29
Summary:

Coming Grand Benefit Concert in aid of the Lord Kitchener Memorial Fund; Screening of 'The Victoria Cross', 'A Soldier's Honour', Pathe's Gazette (with late Lord Kitcheners); Performance by Miss C. Castro, Miss Irene Beryl, Mr MacKay and Mr Charlie together with the…

119
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-09-30 - 1916-10-03
Summary:

Coming Grand Benefit Concert in aid of the Lord Kitchener Memorial Fund; Screening of 'The Victoria Cross', 'A Soldier's Honour', Pathe's Gazette (with late Lord Kitcheners); Performance by Miss C. Castro, Miss Irene Beryl, Mr MacKay and Mr Charlie together with the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-10-04 - 1916-10-04
Summary:

Grand Benefit Concert in aid of the Lord Kitchener Memorial Fund; Screening of 'The Victoria Cross', 'A Soldier's Honour', Pathe's Gazette (with late Lord Kitcheners); Performance by Miss C. Castro, Miss Irene Beryl, Mr MacKay and Mr Charlie together with the Venus…