A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1898-03-28 - 1898-03-28
Summary:

Positively starts Saturday Evening Next, in the first appearance of an established London favourite, Carl Hertz, assisted by Mdlle. D'Alton. Up-to-date, the original and marvellous Cinematographe, selection from 20 subjects, recently the craze of the West. The company is under the…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1898-03-29 - 1898-03-29
Summary:

Performance by the marvellous Carl Hertz, assisted by Mdlle. D'Alton. Do not fail to see the Absolute Marvel of the Age, Animated Pictures in colours in the Cinematographe. The company is under the management of Edwin Geach, and Harry Lyons is the agent. Booking at the Robinson Piano Co.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1898-03-30 - 1898-03-30
Summary:

The coming sensation starts Saturday Evening Next, in the first appearance of an established London favourite, Carl Hertz, assisted by Mdlle. D'Alton. Up-to-date, the original and marvellous Cinematographe, selection from 20 subjects, recently the craze of the West. The company is under the…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1898-03-31 - 1898-04-02
Summary:

The coming sensation starts Saturday Evening Next, in the first appearance of an established London favourite, Carl Hertz, assisted by Mdlle. D'Alton. Up-to-date, the original and marvellous Cinematographe, selection from 20 subjects, recently the craze of the West, including the Great…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1898-04-03 - 1898-04-03
Summary:

Overwhelming success of the performances of Carl Hertz and Mdlle. D'Alton. Do not fail to see the truly marvellous Cinematographe, startling and up-to-date subjects, 200 [sic] animated pictures in colours. The company is under the management of Edwin Geach, and Harry Lyons is the agent.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1898-04-05 - 1898-04-05
Summary:

Crowded evening to witness the marvellous performance of Carl Hertz and Mdlle. D'Alton. Do not miss seeing the truly marvellous life like Cinematographe, 20 popular & pleasing subjects, animated pictures in colours, absolutely the talke of the city. The company is under the management…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1898-04-06 - 1898-04-06
Summary:

First presentation of the Great Illusion 'Noah's Ark', second edition of the truly marvellous and up-tp-date Cinematographe including 'A Call on the London Fire Brigade,' 'Greco-Turkish War' and 'A Gun Boat in Full Action.' Under the distinguished…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-04-24 - 1909-04-30
Summary:

Tonight! Tonight! Grand change of programme. By the world famed comedy duo and unparalleled dancers. Steven Adson and Thorne Jessie. In their grotesque specialty act.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1914-10-03
Summary:

The Victoria Theatre was again filled to overflowing last night on the occasion of the second of a monthly series of programmes in aid of the Prince of Wales' War Relief Fund. The programme included songs, by Mr. N.W. Stevens, Mrs Bacon, Mr. England, Mr. McArdle, Mr. Brand, Mr Lyth and Mr.…

10
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-02-12 - 1919-02-15
Summary:

February 13, 14, 15 and 16 at 9.15 p.m., American Gazette No. 24. 'The Count of Monte Cristo' epoch 6 ‘The Three Vengeances.' In this epoch the Count rapidly completes his schemes for the downfall of the three men who were responsible for his years of misery at the Chateau d'…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-10-18 - 1919-10-21
Summary:

Emily Stevens in 'The Wager.' Also Billy West in 'The Slave' and British Gazette No. 564-5. Usual prices. Booking at Robinson's. October 18 Remarks: On page 5, another ad. on 'The Wager,' the production in Metro's well-known style,

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-10-22 - 1919-10-25
Summary:

October 22, 23, 24 and 25 at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Metro presents Emily Stevens in 'Outwitted.' Also 'A Bathhouse Scandal,' a Paramount Pictograph new series. October 22 Remarks: On page 5, another ad. on 'Outwitted' only. Picture or illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-10-25 - 1919-10-25
Summary:

Emily Stevens, George Walsh, Molly [sic] King, Gladys Hulette, and Enid Markey will all be on view at the Coronet this week, together with the String Band of 'The Empress of Russia,' which will be used nightly at 9.15 p.m. to augment, not supersede, out own fine orchestra. Tonight at 5…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-12-30
Summary:

The Profiteers,' described as 'an after-the-war picture,' will be shown at the Victoria Theatre on New Year's night, with the ever youthful Fannie Ward as the star. The supporting cast includes John Miltern and Edwin Stevens. Film plot included. 'The Profiteers' is…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-01-12 - 1920-01-15
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Norma Talmadge in 'De Luxe Annie.' At 7.15 p.m., Emily Stevens in 'Outwitted.' January 12 Remarks: Today at 5.15 p.m., the well-known 'Daydreams' String Band have very kindly consented to play selections during the performance. On page 5…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-01-21 - 1920-01-21
Summary:

Continuous performance from 2.30 p.m. to 11.30 p.m.: 4.45 p.m. Jerry in 'Beechnuts [sic]'; 5 p.m., Harold Lockwood in 'The Haunted Pyjamas' in 5 parts; 6.05 p.m., Billy West in 'The Candy Kid'; 6.35 p.m. Norma Talmage in 'Panthea'; 8 p.m., Christy [sic]…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-03-20 - 1920-03-22
Summary:

Tonight at 2.30 p.m., 'For the Honour of Australia.' At 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Metro presents Emily Stevens in 'The House of Tears.' Also ‘Snub' Pollard in 'Giving the Bride Away.' March 22 Remarks: At 7.15 p.m., 'The Circus King' episodes 13 and 14.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-10-06 - 1920-10-07
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Emily Stevens in 'Cora.' Also ‘Snub' Pollard in 'Cut the Cards' and British Gazette. At 7.15 p.m., episodes 1 and 2 of 'Bound and Gagged.'

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Headline: Club de Recreio
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-10-08 - 1920-10-09
Summary:

Saturday at 9.15 p.m., Emily Stevens in 'Cora.' Also ‘Snub' Pollard in 'Cut the Cards' and British Gazette.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-05-09
Summary:

The production notes, synopsis and review of James Oliver Curwood's famous novel adaption 'Isobel or The Trail's End,' an Edwin Carewe production which features House Peters and Jane Novak. The film was shown in Coronet Theatre.