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: 1909-05-15
Summary:

The pictures at the Alexandra Cinematograph, including those of the Russian cavalry and the Cossacks, are varied and of much interest. Performances by Miss Ruby Ray, Eugene Mack and Helene Thorne.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1913-01-25
Summary:

At the Bijou Scenic Theatre tonight, some pictures will be shown, including a fine photo-representation of Eugene Sue's story of the Paris slums, which is entitled as 'The Mysteries of Paris.' Performances by Miss Cecile Stephano and Miss Doilie Swift.

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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-01-27
Summary:

Miss Cecile Stephano's songs met with keen appreciation at the Bijou on Saturday and Sunday under Mr. Stephenson's arrangement. The pictures included Eugene Sue's 'Mysteries of Pairs,' a 5,000 ft. film which is considered Pathe's greatest success. Miss Dolly Swift…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-09-18
Summary:

The enterprising management of the Victoria Theatre is giving the public good value for their money this week in the magnificent Eclair film 'Mathilde' – a photoplay founded on Eugene Sue's novel. The film is in three parts and gives all the main points of the story in wonderfully…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-12-22
Summary:

Mr. Blake, manager of the Victoria Theatre, states that 'Sunshine and Shadow' and other of the Baby Marie Osborne pictures have been record-breaking attractions at this house. He has arranged to present her latest Pathe feature 'Captain Kiddo' on Christmas day. Phil [sic]…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-06-12
Summary:

Movie fans who seek their thrills from the screen instead of the melodrama on the stage, as did their fathers, doubtless little realize the adventurous life of the men who make the pictures. Examples of Eugene Gandio filming the sharks and A. L. Ansbacker filming the railway collision are given…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-11
Summary:

Owing to excellent accommodation and good pictures the Hongkong Theatre is well patronized. Tomorrow, the Italian drama 'The Marcellini Millions,' featuring George Beban, supported by Helen Jerome Eddy, Eugene Pallette and Adele Farrington, will be screened. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-03-17
Summary:

Mr. Eugene de Rubini, mental telepathist and experimental psychologist, is going to perform at the Victoria Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-03-18
Summary:

Commencing this evening, Mr. Eugene de Rubini, mental telepathist and experimental psychologist, will perform at the Victoria Theatre. In addition, there will be a number of pictures.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-03-19
Summary:

Further enhancing its reputation for securing the best talent which is in the Colony, the Victoria Theatre last night presented Mr. Eugene de Rubini. The Rubini display proved one of the best attractions the theatre has housed for some little time and it was unfortunate that his appearance…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-03-25
Summary:

Those who have not yet seen that wonderful telepathist, Mr. Eugene de Rubini, should make a point of going to the Victoria Theatre tonight when he gives his final demonstration. He appeared before a most appreciative audience last night and created a deep impression by his wonderful and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-03-25
Summary:

After a successful but very short tour of the Humphrey Bishop Company, the management of the Victoria Theatre has returned to the picture programme. The principal picture is 'Bound and Gagged,' (episodes seven and eight). At the 9.15 performance, Eugene de Rubini will provide an…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-03-25
Summary:

That Mr. Eugene de Rubini is an accomplished telepathist was the unanimous verdict of the audience at the Victoria Theatre. The attendance was not very encouraging but this might be due to the counter attraction at the theatre Royal. He will make his last appearance at the Victoria Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-02-12
Summary:

At the matinee at 5.15 p.m. Today, the Gibson family will make their last appearance, during which Trixie, Buttons, Gibson and Doreen will produce 'Fun on a Battleship' at the Coronet. The charming star, Norma Talmadge and Eugene O'Brion [sic] will be the leading characters of the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-02-14
Summary:

There were crowded houses at the Hongkong Theatre on Saturday afternoon and evening when the Gibson family made their last appearance. They gave an entertaining presentation of 'Fun on a Battleship,' performed by Doreen, Trixie, Buttons and Gibson. Besides, the programme of pictures…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-03
Summary:

London, July 28 – I have been asked to offer my ideas on the Dempsey-Carpentier contest by way of making the film representation of it more clearly understood and appreciated by the thousands of people who, no doubt, are keen to see the picture of the 'Fight of the Century.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-09-29
Summary:

London, Sept 27 – The Carpentier-Siki film should have been shown in London yesterday but it did not arrive. It was subsequently explained that the exhibition was postponed since Carpentier had lodged an appeal against the decision. The film was later smuggled to London aerially and exhibited to…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-12
Summary:

Billions,' Nazimova's newest cinema production, will be screened at the Coronet Theatre for a run of four days beginning tomorrow. It appeared first on the stage under another title. Charles Bryant adapted the drama for Nazimova's use. At the same time, Ray C. Smallwood directed…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-02-05
Summary:

The settings of a great number of present day cinema attractions include episodes which have to be filmed aboard ship, and for this purpose film producers find that Atlantic liners provide the atmosphere necessary for such scenes. Some of the pictures partly filmed on ship of the Cunard Line are…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-02-14
Summary:

Frank Mayo, and his supporting players were in the screen drama entitled 'Dr. Jim' which will be shown at the World Theatre this weekend. The film directed by William Worthington, written by Eugene B. Lewis based on the original story of Stuart Paton. Other than this, the programme…