A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Bijou
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-03-05 - 1913-03-07
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15, 'Great Gale on the Home Coast' (Pathe Gazette), 'The Adventures of Dick and Harry,' 'The Timid Lovers,' 'Max Convalescent' [sic], 'The Luxembourg Gardens'; performance by Stephano and Bonetta; look out for 'Les Miserables,…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-08-11 - 1914-08-12
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15, Gaumont Graphic, 'The Modern Girl' (comic), 'The Adventures of Dick & Harry' (comic), 'Wiffles Tries Cinema Acting' (comic), 'Jim Mistaken for Foolshead' (comic), and 'Blackmail' in 2 parts (detective).

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-05-19 - 1915-05-21
Summary:

Performance by Bullock; also 'Honesty that Kills,' drama in 4 parts; 'Dick & His Mother-in-Law,' comic; 'Two Men & a Mule'; 'Miss Tweedledum is Taken for a Nihilist,' comic; orchestra performance at 9.15 p.m.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-10-23
Summary:

Mr. P. A. Rosario and his happy band of 'stunts' could not have wished to have seen a larger house than that at the Victoria Theatre last night. The 'Stunts' led off with that very amusing farce 'My Lord in Livery' the theme of which is familiar to many, but which…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-01-28
Summary:

The Coronet Theatre was packed to the doors, last night when the first (evening) screening of William Fox's comedy 'The Yankee Way' took place. It is said that Mr. George Walsh has succeeded in giving us something new in the movie and a quite distinctive 'picture'…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-08-29
Summary:

The entertainment which the clever band of artists advertising themselves as 'The Globe Trotters' will give at the Victoria Theatre, on Monday night, is of a merry and bright description. Mr. Dick Norton, the manager of the company, is a very versatile comedian. He will particularly…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-08-30
Summary:

Mr. Dick-Norton, Manager of the 'Globe Trotters' Co. asks us to announce that he has no connection whatsoever with the artistes advertised to appear at the Victoria Theatre last evening. He also wishes to announce that the 'Globe Trotters' will positively appear, as…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-09-02
Summary:

The Globe Trotters' entertained a full house at the Victoria Theatre last night. Miss Forbes gave us some delightful numbers with her very fine soprano voice. Mr. Dick Norton excelled himself as a comedian in his tit-bits, and the butts of his sparkling humour were his two companions. Mr.…

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Headline: Victoria
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-10-02 - 1919-10-07
Summary:

Tonight, 'War and the Woman' an interesting Thanhouser production. October 4 remarks: Great boxing match, George Carpentier v Dick Smith. 'Madame and Her Godson,' a farce comedy in five parts. The great success of the Palais Royal Theatre Paris. October 4 remarks: Matinee:…

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Headline: The Victoria
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-02-14 - 1920-02-21
Summary:

Watch for the opening night of The Bell Vaudeville at the Victoria. February 18 remarks: Richard and Michel, the famous comedy Acrobats. Booking at Anderson's. February 19 remarks: There is a short programme of pictures as well. February 21 remarks: Dick and Jerry in a comic entry. Also,…

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Headline: The Blue Lagoon
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-09-17 - 1923-09-19
Summary:

Coming soon, the new big 'Special' produced by African Film Productions, 'The Blue Lagoon,' from the world-famous romance by H. de Vere Stacpooleo [sic]. September 17 Remarks: The ad. didn't mention theatre's name, surmised from other ads. September 19-20 Remarks:…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-02-04 - 1924-02-08
Summary:

Commencing Friday 8th February at 9.15, Bandman's Eastern Circuit Ltd. Introduce Dick Norton and The Globe Trotters. Popular prices $3, $2 & $1. Booking at Moutrie's and the Theatre. February 8 Remarks: Pictures at 5.30, include 'Passion's Playground.' February 9…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-02-07
Summary:

Today, for the last time Star Theatre will be screening 'Wild Goose' featuring Mary Maclaren. Tomorrow, the theatre will be hosting the 'Globe Trotters' which has stars like Dick Norton and Jack Crichton, chief fun maker with the last big Bandman show, with them. The…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-02-08
Summary:

The Globe Trotters' open their short season tonight at the Star Theatre with a concert, burlesque and comedy items. The show has been arranged by Mr. Dick Norton, the chief comedian and producer. The company had toured successfully in South Africa, Australia and India where they played a…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-02-09
Summary:

Last night, Star Theatre staged 'The Globe Trotters' which presented an all-round clever entertainment. The audience warmly welcomed Mr. Jack Crichton and Mr. Dick Norton. Miss Leila Forbes was an excellent foil to Mr. Norton on sketches and Burlesques. Tonight the company is appearing…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-04-12 - 1924-04-15
Summary:

Commencing Thursday April 17, welcome return engagement of the colony's favorites, Dick Norton and his famous Globe Trotters. Booking at Moutrie's and The Star.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-04-17
Summary:

The 'Globe Trotters' return to Hongkong with all the prestige they won during their previous visit. Two notable new members, Mr. Harry Reynolds, late principal baritone of the Royal Opera Covent Garden and Miss Edna Raymonde, late principal contralto of the British National Opera,…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-06-11
Summary:

Tomorrow, Star Theatre will be staging Holt and Sawyer, performers from Dick Norton's 'Globe Trotters.' One of the best items the couple is bringing to Kowloon is the comedy attraction 'The Midnight Revue.' Star Theatre management has also decided to screen 'My Lady…

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Headline: Star Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-06-13
Summary:

Tonight, Star Theatre will be presenting a special programme of Holt and Sawyer, performers from Dick Norton's 'Globe Trotters.' They have come directly from Carlton, Shanghai. Last night, the duo gave their first performance which was supplemented by the screening of a '…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-11-25
Summary:

Queen's Theatre will be screening the Metro production 'The Golden Gift' starring Alice Lake. The cast also includes John Bowers, Harriett Hammond, Joseph [sic] Swickard, Bridgetta Clark, Louis Dumar, Geoffrey Webb and Cammilla [sic] Clark. Film synopsis included. Another newsreel…