A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Bijou
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-02-10 - 1912-02-13
Summary:

Grand classic drama 'The Martyrs'; Burlesque performance by Eilun Mung & R. H. Stephenson; Showing new feature 'London Graphic' by the Gaumont Co.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-10-26 - 1912-10-29
Summary:

Tonight 9.15 p.m. special attraction of two new artists' first appearance in Hongkong: Miss Gladys Porter and Miss Dellie Connor; Max Linder in 'Love Unconquerable,' Prince in 'The Matrimonial Agencies.'

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Headline: The Bijou
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-10-28
Summary:

In spite of counter attractions, the Bijou had a large and enthusiastic audience on Saturday to welcome Miss Dellie Connor and Miss Gladys Porter.

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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-10-31
Summary:

The two new lady artistes, Miss Dellie Connor and Miss Gladys Porter, sang pretty songs last night at the Bijou theatre. The films are decidedly entertaining, particularly those dealing with the ever-popular Nick Winter, Wiffles and Max Linder. The pictures of the Mediterranean Coast of Franco…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-11-02 - 1912-11-05
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., the great sensational drama 'The Platform of Death Feat'; Performance by Miss Gladys Porter and Dellie Connor; 7.15 p.m. pictures only

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-11-02
Summary:

Tonight, the Bijou will screen a specially exciting drama, 'The Last Performance,' in which is shown the startling mechanical effect known as 'The Platform of Death.' There will be performances by Miss Porter and Miss Dellie Connor.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1912-11-04 - 1912-11-05
Summary:

(Flower Street) The last performance introducing to Hong Kong, The Platform of Death Feat. Max Linder as an artist, 'Nick Winter and the Banker.' Debut of Miss Gladys Porter and Miss Dellie Connor. Pictures only at 7:15 p.m.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-11-09 - 1912-11-12
Summary:

Special attraction, a sensational drama and 'A Farm-House Romance' by Max Linder; Musical interludes by Miss Dellie Connor and Miss Gladys Porter

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Headline: The Bijou
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-11-09
Summary:

The Bijou promises a great draw tonight 'Won Through Waiting' [sic] – a drama that comes from Europe with a fine reputation. Max Linder supplies the comic relief, and how funny he is needing no telling. The Misses Connor and Porter Appear in new songs.

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Headline: Bijou
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1912-11-11 - 1912-11-12
Summary:

(Flower Street) 3000 feet art cinema-coloured film, 'Won Through Waiting!' and 'A Farm House Romance' by Max Linder. Debut of Miss Gladys Porter and Miss Dellie Connor.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1912-11-12
Summary:

With excellent programme shown last night, large houses should be the order at the Bijou Scenic Theatre this week. The capital pictures that are exhibited include one in two parts entitled 'Won through Waiting,' which is one of Pathe Freres' beautifully coloured productions. the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-11-13 - 1912-11-15
Summary:

Programmes at 9.15 p.m. Tonight: 'The Sisters Steelman, Acrobats', 'Wipples, The Tenor', 'An Entente Cordiale' by Max Linder, 'Her Ladyship's Dog' and 'Chateaux of Touraine' with cinema-colour art; Performance by Miss Gladys Porter and…

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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-11-14
Summary:

Five new pictures and double turns by the two popular artistes Miss Dellie Connor and Miss Gladys Porter were shown last night at the Bijou. The films include two more 'Wiffles' scenes, and another in which the ever-popular Max Linder appears in company with Harry Fragsons. The…

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Headline: Bijou
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1912-11-14 - 1912-11-15
Summary:

(Flower Street) Programme starts at 9:15 p.m. Picture, 'The Sisters Steelman Acrobats,' 'Wiffles the Tenor,' 'Entente Cordiale' (Max Linder), 'Her Ladyship Dog,' and Chateau of Touraine. Performances by Miss Gladys Porter and Miss Dellie Connor.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-11-16 - 1912-11-19
Summary:

Showing 'The Village Postmistress' and Max Linder's 'A Motor Boat Trip'; Vaudeville performance by Miss Gladys Porter and Miss Dellie Connor; 7.15 p.m. pictures only

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Headline: Bijou
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1912-11-16 - 1912-11-19
Summary:

(Flower Street) The famous comedy drama, 'The Village Postmistress,' 3000 feet long. A motor boat trip with Max Linder. Performances by Miss Dellie Connor and Miss Gladys Porter. Pictures only at 7:15 p.m.

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Headline: Bijou
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-11-20 - 1912-11-22
Summary:

Special light program with five star comics and 'A Fickle Maid'; also performance by Miss Gladys Porter and Miss Dellie Connor

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Headline: Bijou
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1912-11-20 - 1912-11-22
Summary:

(Flower Street) Special comic programme tonight at 9:15 p.m. including 'Crossing the Channel,' 'Feminine Tenacity,' 'Obstinate Bootblacks,' 'Wanted a Divorce,' 'The Hair Restorer' and 'A Fickle Maid.' Performances by Miss Dellie Connor…

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Headline: Bijou
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1912-11-23 - 1912-11-27
Summary:

(Flower Street) Programme tonight at 9:15 p.m. including 'The Inn of Confusion,' 'The Rapids of Kivatch,' 'French Army Manoeuvres,' the best (Max Linder) 'A Human Measure.' Performances by Miss Connor, Mr. Stephenson and Miss Gladys Porter. Pictures only…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-11-26
Summary:

A large audience assembled at the Victoria Theatre last night to give a send-off to Verne and Smith and the two Franklins, who are returning home after a lengthy and successful tour in the Orient. An excellent programme was gone through by Misses Connor and Porter from the Bijou, by courtesy of…