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: 1911-12-05
Summary:

Victoria Theatre: Amongst the many new films at the Victoria Theatre is that of Pathe's Animated Gazette showing pictures of world-wide events. It is a really interesting film and illustrates at a glance what would take a considerable time to read. Miss Daisy Lundy maintains her reputation…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-12-07
Summary:

A special attraction is to be provided at the Bijou Theatre tonight, when Miss Eileen Murray will appear for the first time. The pictures shown at the Bijou are of the best.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-12-09
Summary:

The excellent programme now being shown at the Bijou Scenic Theatre was further strengthened on Thursday night by the appearance of Miss Eileen Murray. The photoplays screened are undoubtedly the best seen at the theatre for some time.

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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-12-13
Summary:

The Bijou Theatre is showing an attractive programme every night. Many of the films are exceedingly comic and create roars of laughter. 'Muscular development,' 'Marriage haters,' 'Max Linder and his duel' and 'Trying to get arrested,' are amongst those…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-12-16
Summary:

A specially good Saturday night's programme has been arranged by the management of the above popular little hall of amusement. Among the films to be shown will be 'The Rolling Melons,' a screamingly funny picture: 'The Foundling,' a very fine dramatic film: 'The…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-01-11
Summary:

The excellent series of pictures, which were gained by Mr. R. H. Stephenson, are well selected, well shown, and steadiness is the chief characteristic. Miss Eileen Murray's singing and dancing are well received by the audiences.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-01-16
Summary:

During the weekend, apart from a superior set of humorous and newsy films, Mr. Stephenson has retained the services of versatile Miss Eileen Murray.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-01-26
Summary:

The well-chosen and clear films are constantly being changed by Mr. Stephenson at Bijou Scenic Theatre and Miss Eileen Murray has an inexhaustible store of bright and attractive songs.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-02-09
Summary:

A nice little sketch staged by Mr. Stephenson this week at the Bijou Theatre created an opportunity for the proprietor to prove that he can work in front of the footlights as creditably as he can manage the house. He is assisted by the vivacious and versatile Miss Eileen Murray. To state that…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-02-15
Summary:

During the remainder of the week patrons of the Bijou Scenic' Theatre are favoured with a complete change of programme. 'Cod Fishing from a Trawler' is a most interesting and instructive film as are also Pathe's Weekly Gazette and The Gaumont Graphic, showing the latest news…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-02-17
Summary:

The current pictures programme at the Victoria Theatre includes a good film representation of 'As You Like It' and a new 'Wiffles' picture in colours. Tomorrow night, the Melbourne Comedy Company will give its first performance in Hong Kong. Mr. Tom Melbourne, Miss Eileen…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-02-19
Summary:

There was a very crowded house at the Victoria Theatre last night when the Melbournes gave their opening performance. Miss Ada Edney, Miss Eileen Melbourne, and Mr. Melbourne performed. Both Miss Ada Edney and Mr. Melbourne were in the closing sketch 'The Bachelor's Dream.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-02-24
Summary:

The Melbourne Comedy Company, Eileen Melbourne, Tom Melbourne, scored another big success at the Victoria Theatre. Tonight is the last night of this programme. The 'movies' consist entirely of comedies with the exception of Pathe's Gazette.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-02-25
Summary:

Tonight, the Melbourne Comedy Company will give another complete change of programme at the Victoria Theatre. Miss Ada Edney, Miss Eileen Melbourne, Mr. Tom Melbourne will perform.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-02-25
Summary:

The Melbourne Comedy Co., Tom Melbourne, Eileen Melbourne, Ada Edney have been playing to packed houses. There is not a dull moment. Among the pictures to be shown this weekend, is a comedy entitled 'A Tenacious Suitor,' which is very well spoken of.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-06
Summary:

In 'Once Aboard The Lugger,' Eileen Dennes gives us a character as Mary, while Evan Thomas contributes to the part of George. The other cast included Gwynne Herbert and John MacAndrews. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-02
Summary:

Desert Gold,' Benjamin B. Hampton and Eltinge F. Warner's picture of the widely-read Zane Grey's novel, which distributed by W. W. Hodkinson through Pathe Exchange Inc. comes to the World Theatre. The main cast included Eileen Percy and E. K. Lincoln. Film synopsis included.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-02-17
Summary:

A very sensational picture 'The Man Tamer' will be introduced tomorrow at the World Theatre. Film plot included. Besides, the Garcia Troupe will play on Saturday, together with Eineen [sic] Sedgwick in Diamond Queen.

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Headline: Flickers
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-04-28
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-09-01