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: 1910-06-23
Summary:

A detailed introduction of a Chinese theatre, in terms of galleries and the stage, written by Monro Anderson, in Pall Mall Gazette.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-04-30
Summary:

Messrs. Ramos and Ramos, of the Victoria Theatre, inform us that the receipts at the recent entertainment in aid of the Titanic fund were: – Moutrie's, $32; Theatre, $294.68; ber, $35,17; cheque from H.E. Major General Anderson, $15; total, $665.85.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-04-29
Summary:

A large and appreciative audience was present at the Theatre Royal last night to see Edison's latest invention, 'The Kinetophone.' The governor and the General Anderson were present. The pictures, speeches, songs, and selections were revelations, and testified to the power of the…

4
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-05-01 - 1913-05-05
Summary:

Under patronage of H. E. the Governor, change of programme tonight; 'Descriptive Lecture,' 'The Old Guard,' 'The Politician,' 'The Chinese of Normandy,' 'Jack's Joke,' 'Her Redemption'; the Edison minstrels; prize details and…

5
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1914-10-01 - 1914-10-02
Summary:

Monster programme for local talents in raising fund on Friday, 2nd October, 1914. The magnificent coloured picture, 'Brittanicus' in 2 parts. Performance by the band of 25th Punjabis. Late ferry is served. Pianos lent by Anderson Music Co. The famous picture, 'Victory' in 5…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-10-07 - 1914-10-08
Summary:

The Great Jasen on Oct 7; booking at Anderson Music Co.; free matinee to children on Oct 8, performance by Douglas & Barry.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1914-10-26 - 1914-11-02
Summary:

Debut of The Great Duncan on Tuesday, 27th October and for a short season only. Booking at Anderson Music Co. in popular price.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-10-26 - 1914-11-02
Summary:

For a short season only, performance by The Great Duncan. Booking at the Anderson Music Co.

9
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-03-24
Summary:

The Overseas Club has organised a variety entertainment at Victoria Theatre and booking for the entertainment is going on at the Anderson Music Company.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-03-31
Summary:

Overseas' Club arranged a variety entertainment at the Victoria Theatre. The Club aimed to provide funds for Hongkong beds in Netley hospital. The programme opened with a march played in good style by the Police Reserve Band. Pictures followed, the most interesting being a demonstration of…

11
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1916-04-03 - 1916-04-05
Summary:

Special programme for the Melbourne's farewell on Wednesday, 5th April. Booking at Anderson's. Special children's matinee at 5:15 p.m.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-04-04 - 1916-04-05
Summary:

The last two preformances of Tom Melbourne Comedy Company, and a grand all variety programme, no pictures

13
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-04-04 - 1916-04-05
Summary:

Melbournes farewell special programme; Music Proformance

14
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-04-05
Summary:

Tom Melbourne and his company will be at the Victoria Theatre. Booking is now open at Anderson's.

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

The last two preformances of Tom Melbourne Comedy Company, and a grand all variety programme, no pictures

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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.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-06-02 - 1916-06-03
Summary:

Films screenings including 'Exploits of Elaine' (9th & 10th episodes), 'Round About Yunnan', 'Passing of the Mother-In-Law', 'The Crash' (Keystone Comic) and 'Her Last Chance' (Keystone Comic); Screening of Pathe's British Gazette;…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-06-05 - 1916-06-05
Summary:

Films screenings including 'Exploits of Elaine' (9th & 10th episodes), 'Round About Yunnan', 'Passing of the Mother-In-Law', 'The Crash' (Keystone Comic) and 'Her Last Chance' (Keystone Comic); Screening of Pathe's British Gazette;…

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

Films screenings including 'The Lady Camille' (5 reels), 'Port of Salonica' (War Series), 'True Love Never Did Run Smooth' and 'Rabid Rabbit'; Boxing and fencing performances

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-06-07 - 1916-06-08
Summary:

Films screenings including 'The Lady Camille' (5 reels), 'Port of Salonica' (War Series), 'True Love Never Did Run Smooth' and 'Rabid Rabbit'; Boxing and fencing performances