A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Filmed History: Gaumont Graphic Reel at Queens
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-10-24
Summary:

An interesting film is at present being shown at the Queen's Theatre consisting of cuts from the Gaumont Graphic, which have been made since the early days of cinematograph presentation of news items. All the scenes shown are of historical significance, including the funerals of Kings,…

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Headline: The Palisade: Out-of-Door-Pictures - Location Near Post Office, Kowloon
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-07-17 - 1916-07-17
Summary:

Tonight's programme: 'Drawing Room Pirate', 'The Hardup's Holiday' (Comic), 'The Receiving Cashier', 'Honkong', 'Gaumont Graphic' and 'Electric Snuff' (Comic)

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Headline: Bijou
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1902-02-10 - 1902-02-13
Summary:

Grand classic drama, The Martyrs. Performance by Eileen Murray and R. H. Stephenson. London graphic as a new feature (Gaumont Co.).

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Headline: The Palisade: Out-of-Door-Pictures - Location Near Post Office, Kowloon
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-07-15 - 1916-07-15
Summary:

Tonight's programme: 'Drawing Room Pirate', 'The Hardup's Holiday' (Comic), 'The Receiving Cashier', 'Honkong', 'Gaumont Graphic' and 'Electric Snuff' (Comic); Band in attendance

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Headline: Victoria Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-01-05
Summary:

At Victoria last night, a good attendance of patrons witnessed tragedy and comedy galore. The Gaumont graphic was as newsy as ever and the pictures were good.

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Headline: Victoria Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-07-14 - 1914-07-14
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15, change of programme headed by the magnificent film 'Maternity' in 3 parts; and the latest Gaumont Graphic; performance by Scherbelis.

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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-04-21 - 1916-04-21
Summary:

Film screening of 'The Stolen Treasure' (7 reels); Screening of Gaumont Graphic

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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-04-24 - 1916-04-25
Summary:

Film screening of 'The Stolen Treasure' (7 reels); Screening of Gaumont Graphic

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Headline: Victoria Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-11-04 - 1913-11-06
Summary:

Tonight 9.15, change of programme including the great dramatic picture, 'The Adventuress' in three parts, 4000, and Gaumont Graphic.

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Headline: Bijou Scenic Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-11-13 - 1915-11-16
Summary:

Film screening of 'Fatal Emerald' (5 parts); Screening of Gaumont Graphic; Orchestra in attendance

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Headline: Bijou Theatre: The Cosiest Theatre in Hongkong
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-03-07 - 1917-03-09
Summary:

Tonight, 4th and 5th episodes of 'The Master Key'; Gaumont graphic and comics.

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Headline: Bijou Threatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-11-13 - 1915-11-16
Summary:

4 nights only, commencing Nov 13, the powerful Italian feature: 'The Fatal Emerald' in 5 parts; Gaumont Graphic.

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Headline: Victoria Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-07-03 - 1914-07-04
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15, change of programme headed by the thrilling drama 'Queen's Jewels' in 3 parts; and the latest Gaumont Graphic.

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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-03-24 - 1917-03-27
Summary:

Screening of 'The Master Kay' (the final episodes), Gaumont Graphic and Comics

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Headline: Queen's Super Cinema
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-10-22 - 1925-10-24
Summary:

Today till Saturday, Laura La Plante in 'The Teaser.' Also 1910 to 1925, anniversary number of Gaumont graphic and Tod Sanborn, the world-famous xylophonist.

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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-05-27 - 1916-05-30
Summary:

Film screening of 'The Iron Fist' (6 parts); Screening of Gaumont War Graphic

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Headline: Victoria Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-03-26 - 1914-03-26
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15, the interesting picture 'Ghost Club' in 6 parts, length 8,000 feet; the latest Gaumont Graphic; 'The Fall of Constantinople' will be exhibited on Mar 27, the Gaumont hand coloured historical drama in three parts.

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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-03-14 - 1917-03-16
Summary:

Screening of 'The Master Kay' (8th & 9th episodes), Gaumont Graphic and Comics

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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-03-21 - 1917-03-23
Summary:

Screening of 'The Master Kay' (12th & 13th episodes), Gaumont Graphic and Comics

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Headline: Victoria Theatre: Fantomas Revived
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-06-11
Summary:

The programme at the Victoria Theatre was excellent and the films were remarkably good. The fourth series of arch-criminal Fantomas was shown once more. The Gaumont Graphic shows the various happenings in Europe and America.