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: 1911-04-04
Summary:

Mr. Frank Foster, who arrived from Shanghai, has made his debut at the Empire Cinematograph.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-08-01 - 1911-08-15
Summary:

Every evening at 9.15 p.m. the latest pictures; Performers: Miss Violet Bonetta, Mr. R. H. Stephenson and Frank Melrose; 7.15 p.m. pictures only

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-08-02
Summary:

Before fairly crowded houses at the Bijou, Frank Melrose is scoring a great success. Together with the performances by Miss Violet Bonnetta and Mr. Bob Stephenson. The talent now appearing at the Bijou, combined with the interesting films, is quite a good show.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-08-05
Summary:

The various cinematograph shows will have a complete change of programme tonight. At the Bijou, Frank Melrose continued his performance, and an entirely new programme of pictures will be screened. The Donnelly family are still the headliners at the Victoria Theatre. A splendid set of animated…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-08-08
Summary:

At the Victoria Theatre an excellent programme was provided. The Donnellys were, as usual, very pleasing, and a dance by Little Bessie was much appreciated. One of the best pictures was 'The Hobble Skirt,' which excited considerable mirth. Other films depicted an incident from the…

6
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-10-14
Summary:

Frank I King, in the 'Toledo Globe,' believes billions have been abstracted by large and unproductive investments. New York is in debt, and Ohio issued bonds last year. This effort, however, does not bring a great improvement. Moving pictures attracted $219,000,000 last year in the…

7
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-11-14 - 1913-11-17
Summary:

Film screening of 'Sheridan Ride' (in 2 parts); Screening of Gaumont Graphic; Coming pictures: 'Quo Vadis' and 'The Battle of Waterloo'

8
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-03-21 - 1914-03-24
Summary:

Film screening of 'Nick Winter and the Lost Prince' (3,500 ft); Screening of The British Gazette; Songs and dances performances by Jessie Howard and Baby Stella; Coming performance by The Sheridan

9
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-03-28 - 1914-03-31
Summary:

Film screening of 'Love Everlasting' (5,000 ft) and 'The Hongkong Races Film'; Coming performances by Violet Victoria and J. Sheridan

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Headline: The Bijou
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-03-31
Summary:

At the Bijou, the crowds could see the cinematographic depiction of the Hongkong Races, and the drama 'Love Everlasting' was thrillingly dramatic. Two versatile artistes, Miss Violet Victoria and Mr. J. Sheridan are shortly opening there.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-04-01 - 1914-04-03
Summary:

Films screenings including 'The Voice Within' (3,000 ft) and 'Wiffles and a Merry Widow'; Screening of The Pathe's Gazette; Coming performances by Violet Victoria and J. Sheridan

12
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-04-04 - 1914-04-07
Summary:

Film screenings including 'Nickwinter Finds the Joconda' and 'American Weekly'; Screening of British Gazette; Songs and dances performances by Violet Victoria and J. Sheridan

13
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-04-06
Summary:

Accomplished artiste Miss Violet Victoria and Mr. J. Sheridan were well received as they preset a farcical comedy. The scenery, acting and songs were excellent. A very fine set of pictures was screened.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-04-08 - 1914-04-09
Summary:

Films screenig of 'An Aeroplans Love Affair' and 'A Sale and A Sell'; Screening of Pathe's German Gazette and Pathe's International Gazette; Songs and dances performances by Violet Victoria and J. Sheridan; Coming performance by 'The Gibson Girls'

15
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-04-10 - 1914-04-14
Summary:

Film screenig of 'The Suffragette' (3,000 ft) ; Screening of Pathe's British Gazette and Pathe's American Gazette; Performances by Violet Victoria and J. Sheridan

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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-04-15
Summary:

The Bijou management announced the coming of dancers in 'The Gibson Girl.' The Sheridans' dancing was admired and the picture programme was excellent for variety, including the American newsweekly, Pathe's British gazette, several comics and a sensational story in two parts…

17
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-04-17
Summary:

Honesty,' or 'A Struggle for Life' will be portrayed at the Bijou Theatre. The piece depicted the brave struggle of an honest man who led a successful life in the end. The Sheridans will visit the Far East and promised their return to Hong Kong.

18
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-09-27
Summary:

Entertainment will be given under the auspices of the St. John Ambulance Brigade at the Victoria Theatre. A varied and extensive programme has provided, including the Police Reserve Orchestra, Mr. Denman Fuller, Mrs. Aubrey and Miss Dione May, Misses Gordon, Mrs. Hill, Miss Mary Hyde, Mr. P. P.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-09-28 - 1916-10-14
Summary:

Screening of Pathe's 'The Red Circle' in 14 episodes, featuring Ruth Roland and Frank Mayo

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-10-04
Summary:

Police Reserve Orchestra will play at St John's Ambulance Brigade Concert at the Victoria Theatre in aid of the British Red Cross.