A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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101
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-03-26
Summary:

Mr. Hiram Horton, a special cinematograph artist of the Kinemacolor Company of Wardour Street, London, came to Hong Kong and has taken a large number of local views after taking a series of pictures of the Japanese royal funeral ceremonies. His business takes him to many parts of the world. When…

102
Headline: Bijou
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1913-03-26 - 1913-03-28
Summary:

Programme at 9:15 p.m. including the dramas, 'Madcap Molly' and 'A Strange Peacemaking'; and the comics, 'The Glory of Wiffles' and 'Losing His Head.' News in pictures (of Pathe Gazette and Gaumont Graphic) is included. Performances by Miss Cecile Stephano…

103
Headline: Bijou
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1913-04-09 - 1913-04-11
Summary:

Programme at 9:15 p.m. The latest photoplays include 'The Biter Bit,' 'The Vision Glorious' (by Prince), 'Love and Boxing' (by Max Linder) and 'The Amateur Poisoner.' News of the day included. Performances by Miss Cecile Stephano and Miss Violet Bonetia.…

104
Headline: Bijou
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-04-09 - 1913-04-11
Summary:

Latest photo-plays, 'The Biter Bit' (American comic), 'The Vision-Glorious' (comic by Prince), 'Love & Boxing' (Max Linder), 'The Amateur Poisoner' (comic), and News of the Day; performances by Cecile Stephano and Violet Bonetta; 7.15 pictures only.…

105
Headline: Bijou
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1913-04-12 - 1913-04-15
Summary:

Programme at 9:15 p.m. A two-roll comic by Prince include 'The Stinla Troupe of Acrobats' and 'A Xmas Problem' (cinema-coloured). Pathe gazette and Gaumont Graphic included. Performances by Miss Cecile Stephano and Miss Violet Bonetia. Pictures only at 7:15 p.m.

106
Headline: Bijou
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-04-12 - 1913-04-16
Summary:

His Lordship's Little Lapse' (a rattling two-roll comic by Prince); The Stinia Troupe of Acrobats; 'A Xmas Problem' (coloured art); News of the Day (Pathe Gazette and Gaumont Graphic); performances by Cecile Stephano and Violet Bonetta; 7.15 pictures only.

107
Headline: Bijou
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1913-04-19 - 1913-04-22
Summary:

Programme at 9:15 p.m. A stirring American (AB) sensational drama, 'Captain Kate.' Other displays including 'A Diplomatic Lover' (comic), 'At the Front' (by Prince), 'Two Little Scape Graces' and 'Love Laughs at Locksmiths.' Pathe gazette…

108
Headline: Bijou
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-04-19 - 1913-04-22
Summary:

Captain Kate,' stirring American (A B), sensational drama; 'A Diplomatic Lover' (comic); 'At the Front' by Prince; 'Two Little Scapegraces'; 'Love Laughs at Locksmiths'; News of the World (Pathe Gazette); performances by Violet Bonetta; matinees…

109
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1913-04-22
Summary:

Mr. R. H. Stephenson, lessee and manager of the Bijou Scenic Theatre, is taking a benefit on Friday evening, May 2. Specially attractive programme is being arranged for the occasion. This week's programme including interesting pictures about jungle life in which African hunting scenes.…

110
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1913-06-14
Summary:

The Bijou Scenic Theatre will be re-opened tonight under new management. It will exhibit some films entirely new to Hongkong audiences. One of these is entitled 'A Beautiful Traitor.' A good comic film by 'Wiffles' will be shown under the title of 'The Amorous Chestnut…

111
Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-06-16
Summary:

Bijou Theatre reopened on Saturday. The building has been considerably improved, within and without, the lighting has been overhauled and new fans added. An excellent programme is being shown, including two 'Wiffles' pictures, and the engagement from June 17 or 18 is announced of Miss…

112
Headline: The Bijou
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1913-06-23
Summary:

Under its new management, the Bijou was re-decorated and made more comfortable, fully sustaining its reputation for up-to-date, interesting pictures and good vaudeville. The special attraction is performed by Senorita Chinita Zerega, a dancer and Rococo, the clown. The picture plays are as good…

113
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1913-07-03
Summary:

A fine programme is being presented at the Bijou Scenic Theatre this week. Apart from the performance by Senorita Chinita Zerega and Wiffles, there is another fine picture play 'Vick Winter and the Banker' [sic].

114
Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-07-07
Summary:

Some good films were shown last night at the Bijou, including a new Wiffles picture and a fine coloured American play called 'The Blood Feud.' Miss Chinita Zerega danced.

115
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1913-07-10 - 1913-07-14
Summary:

Every evening at 9:15 p.m. Debut of Miss Chinta Zerega. The Turkish patrol pictures including 'Wiffles the Animal Benefactor,' 'The Marry Pipes of Pan,' 'The Blood Feud,' 'The Boatswain Daughter' [sic] and 'La Granja.' Pictures only at 7:15 p.m…

116
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1913-07-29 - 1913-08-02
Summary:

Every evening at 9:15 p.m. Change of programme including 'The Kromats' and 'The Way to Pay One's Debts'; also the comic, 'Wiffles' Sad Mistake.' A coloured dramatic film, 'The Burden.'

117
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-07-29 - 1913-08-01
Summary:

Every evening at 9.15 p.m.; change of programme, 'The Kromats,' 'Wiffle's Sad Mistake'; comic picture, 'The Way to Pay One's Debts'; the beautifully coloured dramatic film, 'The Burden.'

118
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-07-30
Summary:

The Chief Justice, Sir W. Rees Davies, K. C. heard a case in which Ho Chiu Lam, alias Ho You Tong claimed as partner in the Po Cheung of Canton, and the Wah Kee of Hongkong against his brother Ho San Kam, alias Ho Ngok Lau, the defendant, for dissolution of partnership entered into by the…

119
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-08-09
Summary:

Some special films will be exhibited tonight at the Victoria Theatre including, 'Man's lust for gold,' 'The third thief,' 'Wiffles and his wife,' and 'The Exploits of Nat Pinkerton.' Misses Montez and Raynor will give new songs and dances.

120
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-08-23 - 1913-08-25
Summary:

Change of programme for 23rd, 24th and 25th Aug, the following magnificent pictures will be screened: the dramatic film 'The Power of Love' (in three parts), the comic pictures, 'To Save Her Mistress,' 'A School Romance,' 'Hello Central,' 'Wiffles…