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: 1912-08-28 - 1912-08-28
Summary:

Tonight: Debut of the celebrated artists Verne & Smith; Magnificent films and performance by Sam Gale, Little Sadie and Myra James

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-08-28 - 1912-08-28
Summary:

The coolest hall in town; 2 performances daily: 7.15 p.m. pictures only, 9.15 p.m. full programme; tonight the debut of the celebrated artistes Verno and Smith; a new week of magnificent films.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-08-29 - 1912-08-31
Summary:

Tonight: A big hit of the celebrated artists Verne & Smith; A new week of magnificent films

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-08-30 - 1912-08-31
Summary:

2 performances: 7.15 p.m. pictures only, 9.15 p.m. full programme; a big hit of the celebrated artistes Verne and Smith; a new week of magnificent films, matinees Saturdays 4.30 p.m., Sundays 6.00 p.m.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-09-02 - 1912-09-02
Summary:

Tonight: A big hit of the celebrated artists Verne & Smith

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-09-03 - 1912-09-03
Summary:

Performance by Verne & Smith, Bayle & Pstsy; Magnificent films

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-09-30 - 1912-10-03
Summary:

Re-opening night of the famous artists and unparalleled dancers Verne and Smith; magnificent new pictures just arrived.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-10-05
Summary:

On Friday, October 11, a grand variety entertainment will take place at the Victoria Theatre. The band of the Yorkshires, and also the Orient string band will be in attendance, and the artistes will include Mr. R. Stephenson, Miss Ada Rowley and Miss Gladys Spencer (by the courtesy of the…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-10-11 - 1912-10-16
Summary:

Shamus O' Brien' for a few days only; great Irish drama; performances by Addie Leigh, Verne, and Smith; Miss Nellie Maher will arrive shortly.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-10-12 - 1912-10-17
Summary:

Show the great Irish drama 'Shamus O'Brien' for a few days only; Coming performance by Miss Addie Leigh, Verne and Smith, Miss Nellie Maher.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-10-12
Summary:

The Victoria Theatre was filled to the doors last night by a highly appreciative audience, the occasion being a special variety entertainment in compliment to Mr. J. Blake, the popular night manager. The programme was a long one, including the performances offered by Bimbo Drake, Mr. Bob…

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Headline: Benefit Night
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-10-12
Summary:

The Victoria cinematograph was packed last night, the occasion being a benefit performance to the popular manager, Mr. Blake. There was a full programme, and every item was thoroughly enjoyed. Mr. R. H. Stephenson, the manager of the Bijou Scenic theatre, kindly assisted with the programme, as…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-10-15
Summary:

The re-appearance of Miss Addie Leigh at the Victoria Theatre has proved tremendously successful. Verne and Smith are also continuing to add to their popularity. The pictures this week are an excellent selection, leading place being taken by 'Shamus O'Brien,' depicting thrilling…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-10-25
Summary:

As usual, the Victoria Theatre is giving the most excellent programme. The new film, 'Little Humpback,' contains a pretty strong turning on the old superstition that the touch of a hunchback brings luck. Max Linder and Bobby were represented again. Miss Addie Leigh, Verne and Smith…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-11-04 - 1912-11-04
Summary:

Just arrived, new and magnificent pictures; Performer: Miss Smith

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-11-04
Summary:

Miss Smith gave excellent performances at the Victoria on Saturday night. The two new artistes, the Franklins are clever and mirth-provoking. Messrs. Ramos are offering two new films: a particularly amusing one entitled 'The Husband in the Country,' and another of singular beauty and…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-11-04 - 1912-11-07
Summary:

The finest hall in town; 2 performances 7.15 and 9.15 p.m.; performance by The 2 Franklins, the fun makers of the East; performance by Miss Smith; magnificent new films.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-11-05 - 1912-11-08
Summary:

Performance by the 2 Franklins and Miss Smith; Magnificent new films

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-11-08 - 1912-11-11
Summary:

The finest hall in town; 2 performances 7.15 and 9.15 p.m.; performance by The 2 Franklins, the fun makers of the East; performance by Miss Smith; magnificent new films; popular dance by Verne and Smith; next week the greatest film ever produced, 'Notre Dame,' 4,000 ft. long in 3 parts…

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Headline: Victoria
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-11-09 - 1912-11-11
Summary:

Performance by the 2 Franklins, Miss Smith and Verne and Smite; Coming film: 'Notre Dame'