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: 1898-03-28 - 1898-03-28
Summary:

In the first appearance in Hongkong of an established London favourite, Carl Hertz, the greatest living conjuror, assisted by the charming Mdlle. D'Alton. You are not up-to-date if you fail to see the original and marvellous Cinematographe, selection from 200 subjects, recently the craze of…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1898-04-04 - 1898-04-04
Summary:

Performance of Carl Hertz and Mdlle D'Alton. Also do not fail to see the original and marvellous Cinematographe, startling and up-to-date subjects, 200 animated pictures in colours. Booking at the Robinson Piano Co. Harry Lyons is the Agent.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1898-04-05 - 1898-04-05
Summary:

Performance of Carl Hertz and Mdlle D'Alton. Also do not fail to see the original and marvellous Cinematographe, startling and up-to-date subjects, 200 animated pictures in colours, the sensation of the hour, absolutely the talk of the City. Booking at the Robinson Piano Co. Harry Lyons is…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1898-04-06 - 1898-04-06
Summary:

Tonight, Wednesday, second series of London Attractions, new tricks and new and up-to-date Pictures. The Cinematographe is showing 20 new and startling subjects, including A Call on the London Fire Brigade, 'Greco-Turkish War,' A Gun Boat in Full Action. Booking at the Robinson Piano…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1898-04-07 - 1898-04-07
Summary:

Carl Hertz's performance tomorrow (Good Friday). Booking at the Robinson Piano Co. Harry Lyons is the Agent.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1898-04-09 - 1898-04-09
Summary:

Tonight, and also Easter Monday night, performance by Carl Hertz. Entirely new and up-to-date Pictures. The Cinematographe is showing 20 new and startling subjects, including A Call on the London Fire Brigade, Greco-Turkish War, A Gun Boat in Full Action and The Prince of Wales' Derby.…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1898-04-11 - 1898-04-11
Summary:

An up-to-date and attractive programme by Carl Hertz. Also see the second edition of the truly marvellous and up-to-date Cinematograph. Entirely new, popular, and pleasing subjects of new pictures. Harry Lyons is the Agent.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1898-04-12 - 1898-04-12
Summary:

New change of programme by Carl Hertz and Mdlle. D'Alton. Entirely new, popular, and pleasing subjects of new pictures. The Cinematographe showing The Queen's Jubilee Procession, The English Cricketers in Australia and Rugby Football Match, 20 new subjects. Mr. Hertz will perform at…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-05-24
Summary:

Mr. Harold Evelyn (Ben Hur) will give a private demonstration of physical culture, feats of strength, etc., at the Hongkong Cinematograph tomorrow evening.

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Headline: Bijou
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-02-08 - 1913-02-11
Summary:

Programme at 9.15. Pictures only at 7.15. All new pictures. 'The Demon Waltz'; 'A Noctorne'; 'Wiffles in a New Pofession'; 'La Granja' (scenic); 'Miss Aliee'; 'A Moden Girl' and the world's latest news with Miss Cecile Stephano (1…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-02-10
Summary:

There was a packed house at the Bijou Scenic Theatre on Saturday night, and the lengthy programme was much appreciated. Miss Dolly Swift, in her songs and bright patter, added to the popularity, while Miss Cecile Stephano's renderings of 'Ben Bolt' and 'Robin Adair' were…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-11-03 - 1917-11-03
Summary:

Screening of 'The Purple Mask' (9th & 10th episodes) and Comics; Coming film: Paramount's 'Ben Blair'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-11-05 - 1917-11-06
Summary:

Tonight: Screening of 'The Purple Mask' (9th & 10th episodes) and Comics; Coming film: Paramount's 'Ben Blair'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-11-07 - 1917-11-07
Summary:

Screening of Paramount's 'Ben Blair' and Comics; Coming film: 'The Purple Mask'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-11-08 - 1917-11-09
Summary:

Tonight: Screening of Paramount's 'Ben Blair' and Comics; Coming film: 'The Purple Mask'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-11-08
Summary:

The serial film 'Purple Mask' with Lucille Love and Hugo is attracting crowded houses at the Hongkong Theatre. Also the screening of Paramount's 'Ben Blair.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-11-24 - 1917-11-24
Summary:

Screening of 'The Purple Mask' (final episodes) and Comics; Coming film: 'Ben Blair'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-11-26 - 1917-11-26
Summary:

Tonight: Screening of 'The Purple Mask' (final episodes) and Comics; Coming film: 'Ben Blair'

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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-02-07 - 1918-02-08
Summary:

Watch for 'The Voice on the Wire,' a 15-episode long surprising detective serial, featuring the famous Ben Wilson and Neva Gerber. Commencing on Saturday 9th February 1918, the 1st and 2nd episodes.

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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-02-09 - 1918-02-11
Summary:

Tonight, Ben Wilson and Neva Gerber in 'The Voice on the Wire,' the great Trans Atlantic surprise serial in 15 episodes, 30 reels, 1st episode 'The Oriental Death,' 2nd episode 'The Mysterious Man in Black' and good comics.