A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: The Hongkong Cinematograph
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1908-02-07 - 1908-02-13
Summary:

Tonight! Tonight! First appearance in Hongkong of Prof. Carl Rozello, the entertaining English magician and society entertainer. Performances by Melle Yvonne D'Arthis, Miss Nellie Loftus, Little Miss Irene. New films, humoristic and sentimental. Machado's String Band. Time 9 to 11.…

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Headline: Salon-Cinema Theatre: Wyndham (Flower) Street Opposite General Post Office
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1910-02-19 - 1910-03-07
Summary:

First appearance in Hongkong of Mr. Carl Wallner, whistler and comedian, Miss Ada King and Miss Ruby Chrystal in their new repertoire. Excellent films; orchestra in attendance; daily change of programme, complete change twice a week on Monday and Friday; daily two performances, first commences…

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Headline: Salon-Cinema Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1910-02-26
Summary:

The audience appreciated the new films shown at the Salon-Cinema Theatre so much. The seating accommodation was improved and patrons could rely on enjoying a comfortable two hours' entertainment. Miss Ada King, Miss Ruby Crystal, and Mr. Carl Wallner delighted the company with their songs…

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Headline: Salon-Cinema Theatre: Wyndham (Flower) Street Opposite General Post Office
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1910-03-08 - 1910-03-17
Summary:

First appearance in Hongkong of Mr. Carl Wallner, whistler and comedian, and Miss Ada King in her new repertoire. Excellent films; daily change of programme, complete change twice a week on Monday and Friday; daily two performances, first commences at 6.30 half-price; second commences at 9.15;…

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Headline: Victoria Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-03-06 - 1919-03-08
Summary:

Tonight, Fredony and high-class Vaudeville company. Performers include Tessie Turner, Asta Fricksen and Mdlle Leona. Selected picture programme includes 'Neutrals Rays,' drama in 3 parts, and 'Heritage,' a Laemmle drama featuring Bob Leonaro [sic] and Ella Hall. Booking at…

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Headline: Victoria Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-03-06 - 1919-03-08
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., vaudeville Fredony and high-class vaudeville company. Selected picture programme, 'Neutrals Rays,' drama in three parts. Matinee Sunday, March 6th, 'Heritage,' a Laemmle drama featuring Bob Leonard and Ella Hall. Booking at Anderson's.

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Headline: Victoria Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-03-06 - 1919-03-07
Summary:

Tonight 9.15 p.m., Vaudeville Fredony and a high-class Vaudeville Company. Miss Tessie Turner, that Ragtime Girl. Miss Asta Erickson, a soprano with a wonderful voice. Mdlle Leona, in her dancing creations. Come and see Fredony as a silent Comedian. He has made more people laugh by keeping quiet…

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Headline: World Theatre: Hongkong's Most Modern Picture Palace. Entirely Under British Management - Phone. 1337
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-01-03 - 1922-01-05
Summary:

Today 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Carl Laemmle presents 'Luring Lips,' starring Edith Roberts. 2.30 and 9.15 p.m. performances, 'The Great London Mystery,' 4th & 5th epis. Booking at the Theatre.

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Headline: World Theatre: Phone 1337, Hongkong's Modern Picture Palace, Entirely Under British Management.
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-01-03 - 1922-01-05
Summary:

Today 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Carl Laemmle presents 'Luring Lips' starring Edith Roberts. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, 'The Great London Mystery' 4th and 5th episodes. Booking at the Theatre (Telephone 1337).

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Headline: World Theatre: Phone 1337; Hongkong's Most Modern Picture Palace, Entirely Under British Management
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-01-04 - 1922-01-05
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Carl Laemmle presents 'Luring Lips' starring Edith Roberts. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, 'The Great London Mystery,' 4th and 5th episodes. Booking at the theatre. Phone 1337.

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Headline: World Theatre: Hongkong's Most Modern Picture Palace. Entirely Under British Management - Phone. 1337
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-01-24 - 1922-01-26
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Carl Laemmle presents a Universal special, 'Man Trackers' [sic], featuring George Larkin and Josephine Hill. At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., final episodes of 'Great London Mystery.'

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Headline: World Theatre: Phone 1337; Hongkong's Most Modern Picture Palace, Entirely Under British Management
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-01-24 - 1922-01-26
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. only, Universal special, Carl Laemmle presents an all-star cast with George Larkin and Josephine Hill in 'Man Trackers.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., final episodes of 'Great London Mystery.' Booking at the theatre. Phone 1337.

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Headline: World Theatre: Hongkong's Most Modern Picture Palace, Entirely Under British Management
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-01-24 - 1922-01-26
Summary:

Today 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Universal special, Carl Laemmle presents an all-star cast with George Larkin and Josephine Hill in 'Man Trackers.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., final episodes of 'Great London Mystery' [sic]. Usual price. Booking at the Theatre.