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: 1912-07-13
Summary:

At the Victoria Theatre on Thursday night, Billy Eldid and troupe made their first appearance in Hongkong before a very good house. The great boxing burlesque, 'Jim Flynn v. Jack Johnson,' was truly a masterpiece in the fistic art. Messrs. Ramos and Ramos are showing some splendid…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-07-15
Summary:

Both Mr. Billy Eldid & Co. and Jack Johnson will perform at the Victoria Theatre tomorrow night. The cinematograph films are exceptionally good; notably the one entitled 'The Golden Belt.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-07-15
Summary:

Roars of laughter greeted the appearance on Saturday night at the Victoria Theatre of Billy Eldid and his troupe. The mirth-making burlesque of the Johnson-Flynn fight delighted the audience. Miss Addie Leigh is also billed for this week.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-01-28
Summary:

The Hughes Comedy Company presented 'Spedelbounder's Dream' at the Victoria Theatre last night. Mr. Bert Le Blane made a funny speech. Mr. Dave Nowlin made a hit with his song. Miss Gertrude St. Clair was good too. There'll be the chorus girls' contest tonight. One of…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-11-04
Summary:

Mr. Jack Forbes and Seaman Thompson fight in the Victoria Theatre last night for the Champion title. The third programme was a fight between Ad. Wolgast and Joe Rivers in cinematograph. Of the picture fight it can be said that it was all the promoters of the evening's entertainment claimed…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-05-13
Summary:

The Victoria Theatre is showing a championship boxing bout, Jack Johnson versus Jim Flynn, and other interesting programmes. Also, a picture in 10 parts depicting the loves and labours of the three heroes in Alexander Dumas' famous work 'The Three Musketeers.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-10-28
Summary:

The Great Duncan opened last night at the Victoria. Mr. Duncan, Joe Reed, Serra, Jack Owen, Barton and Mack offered good performances.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-11-03
Summary:

Mr. Joe Reed, Serra, Mr. Jack Owen, Miss Hewitt and Great Duncan performed last night at the Victoria. The great gala night will be held at the Victoria on Friday, in aid of the Prince of Wales' Fund. The film 'The Fascination of the Dance' will be screened and Douglas and Barry…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-11-03
Summary:

The Great Duncan and his company are playing a return engagement to satisfactory houses at the Victoria Theatre. Performance by Miss Hewitt, Jack Owen. The vaudeville bill is headed by musician Joe Reed while Signor Serra's performance on the Roman rings equalled the best ever seen locally…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-02-10
Summary:

Werner's Song' was screened for the first time at the Victoria last night. McClements, Miss Delmar, Mr. Kenyon Slade performed. The McClements will produce another comic sketch 'Jack's Ashore.' Miss Delmar will dance on Friday.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-05-05
Summary:

There was an especially good programme at the Victoria last night, the picture of principal interest being a Vitagraph Company's representation of 'As You Like It.' The Carsons performed. Little Miss Gladie and Jack Ranch gave good performances too.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1915-12-30
Summary:

The Victoria Theatre is showing another good all-round programme this week, including Pathe's British Gazette, a series showing the bombardment of the Turkish coast by the Russian Black Sea fleet, some beautiful panoramic views of Genoa, good comics in 'The Riot,' 'The Heart…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-12-02
Summary:

The farewell performance of the Howitt-Phillips Company took place at the Victoria Theatre. The production was a huge success, a fitting finale to the Company's visit. The company presented 'What the Butler Saw,' played by Jack Barrington and Mrs. Barrington, Mr. Charles Howitt…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-07-23
Summary:

At the Victoria Theatre on Saturday evening, 'The Cameos,' a 'Comedy, Concert Party' from South Africa, received a very cordial welcome on the occasion of their first appearance before a Hong Kong audience. Miss Peggy Ross was unable to be present on Saturday. Miss Lillian…

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Headline: The Cameos
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-07-25
Summary:

The Cameos provided the most enjoyable party. The programme was well selected and they were greeted by another large audience last night. Performances by Peggy Ross, Malcolm Prentice, Phoda Windrum, Gerald Osborne, Jack Kershaw.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-07-26
Summary:

There was quite a large and appreciative house at the Victoria Theatre last evening, when 'The Cameos' further enhanced their reputation here by a programme of undoubted excellence. Miss Lillian Gascoigne, Mr. Athol Tier, Miss Rhoda Windrum, Miss Lyle Jeffries, and Miss Peggy Rose…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-10-25
Summary:

Cameos' continue their successful season the Victoria Theatre. Various music performances by artists were well received. Performance by Peggy Ross, Malcolm Prentice, Lilian Gascoine, Miss Lyle Jeffries, Gerald Osborne, Charles Kitts and Jack Kershaw.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-10-26
Summary:

Mr J. J. Blake, the manager of that Victoria Theatre, informs us that great care has been taken in the choice of productions for the winter season. Great variety of films were obtained, including 'The Grip of Evil,' with Jack Saunders, 'The Fatal Ring' featuring Pearl White…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-11-27
Summary:

A successful concert was held at the Victoria Theatre last evening. New items were provided by Mr. White and Mr. Adams. A new comedy song was sung and singers were greatly applauded. Performances by Mlle. Louise Sterling, Pipers McEwen, McGregor, Jack Straw.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-09-06
Summary:

Victoria Theatre patrons were afforded a variation of picture programme by two Manchester Regiment stars Herb Burton and Jack Canavan. It's a comedy programme from a splendid three-part picture featuring Prince, 'Whiffles' Mascot Umbrella.' The Gazette was very interesting.…