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: 1908-07-14
Summary:

At the Victoria Cinematograph more electric fans are being installed, and patrons will be able to witness the excellent series of films in comfort. A new set of films are being shown, including the Royal wedding in Spain, and the bomb outrage, in addition to the sensational film 'The Castle…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-09-01
Summary:

Messrs Ramos and Ramos, the proprietors of Victoria Theatre, have just concluded arrangements for the exhibition of the animated picture Gazette of Pathé Freres which will be quite a new thing in Hongkong. Gazette is an ordinary film showing the latest happenings from all over the world. A…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-10-17
Summary:

The pictures to be presented by Pathe Freres cinematograph at the bazaar at the Seamen's Institution tomorrow in aid of St. Peter's Church, Include 'Arab Types and Customs,' 'Tired of Life,' 'The Bride of the Haunted Castle,' 'Seal Catching off…

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

Herbert Bonhote Wilson, 34 an actor, died in hospital from the effects of a gunshot wound received during the performance of a play at the Elephant and Castle Theatre on August 14.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-02-04
Summary:

Miss Irene Delmar and Mr. H. Kenyon Slade gave their opening turns at the Victoria. A new set of war pictures will be presented at the Victoria tomorrow night, together with the new dramatic film 'Fantomas.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-02-04
Summary:

The Clements-Slade and Irene Delmar made their appearance at the Victoria. Miss Delmar gave a successful performance.

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Headline: Victoria
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-09-25
Summary:

There was a big house at the Victoria on Saturday night when the closing scenes of the popular 'Black Box' film were screened. A special feature of the programme was a new Wiffles picture, representing that hero in as amusing a light as ever. The new Pathe Gazette and war pictures were…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-09-27
Summary:

In addition to the Hewitt-Phillips Company, the What-nots gave their opening performances at the Victoria Theatre last night. The Great Renyille Robert, Miss Irene Beryl, and her partner 'Charlie' performed. Details of the performances included.

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Headline: The What Nots'
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-09-27
Summary:

Variety and Comedy Company opened their season at the Victoria Theatre. Their entertainment was performed in an artistic manner. The members of the company were talented while the staging and limelight effects are additional attractions. Performances by Miss Irene Beryl of 'The What Nots…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-10-02
Summary:

A large audience at the Victoria Theatre witnessed the programme provided by the 'What Nots,' including dancing, singing, magical experiments, pictures and comics sketches. Performance by Miss Irene Beryl and Mr 'Charlie.'

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

The programme arranged for the concert in aid of the Lord Kichener Memorial Fund promises well. Local talent figures on the programme. Members of the Venus Amateur Dramatic Club will appear and war drama 'c' will be screened. Performance by 'Charlie' of the 'What nots,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-10-05
Summary:

There was a large attendance at the Victoria Theatre at a benefit concert in aid of the Lord Kichener Memorial Fund. All items were greatly enjoyed and several pictures including the 'The Victoria Cross' were shown. Performance by Mr. Hatton, Messrs King and Gray, Mr. T. W. Mackay,…

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Headline: Victoria
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-10-09
Summary:

The 'What-nots' maintain their popularity at the Victoria Theatre, and there was a good house on Saturday night, despite the number of other attractions within the Colony. The Warleys gave some excellent sketches and the Great Renville Roberty performed further feats of magic. Miss…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-10-11
Summary:

The 'What Nots' by Variety and Comedy Company provided enjoyable entertainment. The Great Reville Roberty, Miss Irene Beryl and 'Charlie' were well received.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-10-16
Summary:

Today, the 'What-nots' are giving a special matinee at the Victoria Theatre, on behalf of the War Charities. A special feature of the entertainment will be Miss Irene Beryl's performance. Miss Beryl and her pattern Charlie were attractive. The Great Renville Roberty performed. The…

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Headline: The Bijou
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-12-23
Summary:

The Bijou Theatre is showing some very good pictures tonight. The programme includes a beautiful five-part detective story entitled 'The Detective's Daughter,' 'Satan's Castle' in two reels and 'Tweedledum Looking for a Job.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-12-23
Summary:

Bijou Theatre is showing some very good pictures tonight. The programme includes a detective story in five parts, entitled 'The Detective's Daughter,' 'Satan's Castle,' in 2 reels and 'Tweedledum Looking for a Job.'

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Headline: Bijou
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-12-26
Summary:

The Bijou has been well filled over the Christmas season, and has offered a very bright little programme, including a film 'The Detective's Daughter,' 'Tweedledum Looking for a Job' and the dramatic picture 'Satan's Castle.'

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

The first two episodes of 'Seven Pearls' and a Pathe Gold Rooster film 'Simon the Jester,' taken from the novel by W. J. Locke, featuring Edwin Arden, Irene Warfield and Alma Tell will be screened. New comics and British and American Gazettes will be screened next week.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-07-19
Summary:

Probably the youngest of the stage beauties whose charm and talent have won Broadway is Marion Davies, characterised as the most appealingly attractive girl on the American stage, who makes her photoplay debut in the much-talked-of comedy-drama 'Runaway Romany,' written by herself and…