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: 1911-08-18 - 1911-08-18
Summary:

From 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. and 9:15 to 11:15 p.m. The finest and coolest hall in the colony. Performance by Little Kitty tonight. Monster programme. Mr James Younge of the Bandmann Opera Co. is the stage manager.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-05-14 - 1912-05-22
Summary:

Two performances daily: 7.15 p.m. pictures only, 9.15 p.m. full programme. Performance by Sam Gale and Myra James

3
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-05-23 - 1912-05-28
Summary:

Two performances daily: 7.15 p.m. pictures only, 9.15 p.m. full programme. Showing the grand film of 4000 ft. long 'Zigomer and Nick Carter', performances by Sam Gale and Myra James

4
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-05-29 - 1912-05-30
Summary:

The only comfortable palatial theatre in town; 7.15 p.m. pictures only, 9.15 p.m. full programme. Showing the grand film of 4000 ft. long 'Zigomer and Nick Carter', performances by Sam Gale and Myra James

5
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-06-08 - 1912-06-14
Summary:

Two performances: Pictures only at 7.15 p.m. & Full programme at 9.15 p.m.; Performance by Sam Gale and Myra James, Graham and Dent is coming; 'The Crusades' will be shown on 13th

6
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-06-15 - 1912-06-17
Summary:

The Crusaders' will be shown for a few nights; Next week will be showing 'The White Slave' and performance by Sam Gale, Myra James and Little Sadie

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-08-19 - 1912-08-21
Summary:

The coolest hall in town; 2 performances daily: 7.15 p.m. pictures only, 9.15 p.m. full programme; matinees: Saturdays at 4.30 p.m., Sundays at 6.00 p.m.; return visit of the celebrated artistes Sam Gale, Little Sadie, and Myra James; the grand films 'Fatality' and 'The Love of a…

8
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-08-20 - 1912-08-20
Summary:

Two performances at 7.15 p.m. and 9.15 p.m., return visit of Sam Gale, Little Sadie and Myra James; Showing: 'Fatality' and 'The Love of a Child'

9
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-08-22
Summary:

Messrs. Ramos, Myra James, Sam Gule and little Sadie are indeed offering a generous and attractive programme this week at the Victoria. The films, 'The Titanic Disaster' and 'Love and Friendship' are sure to find many admirers.

10
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-08-26 - 1912-08-27
Summary:

The coolest hall in town; 2 performances daily: 7.15 p.m. pictures only, 9.15 p.m. full programme; matinees: Saturdays at 4.30 p.m., Sundays at 6.00 p.m.; the best films; last week of Hongkong's favourites, Sam Gale, Little Sadie, and Myra James.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-08-27 - 1912-08-27
Summary:

Two performances at 7.15 p.m. and 9.15 p.m.; Magnificent films and performance by Sam Gale, Little Sadie and Myra James

12
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-08-28 - 1912-08-28
Summary:

Tonight: Debut of the celebrated artists Verne & Smith; Magnificent films and performance by Sam Gale, Little Sadie and Myra James

13
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-05-24
Summary:

Mr. James Younge, who looks after the interest of the Dallas Comedy Company is here. Performances with Sir George Alexander's St. James' Theatre play 'The Thief' will begin on Wednesday. The original venue was Theatre Royal and was changed to Victoria Theatre.

14
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-05-26
Summary:

Booking for the Dallas Comedy Company's season at the Victoria Theatre opens today at Moutrie's. The performances commence on Wednesday with Sir George Alexander's play from St. James' Theatre 'The Thief.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-06-26
Summary:

The Great Duncan and his all American Co. of artistes attracted large audiences at the Victoria Theatre. Joe Reed used one-stringed violin and played the popular airs on the bells winning himself pounds of applause.

16
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-09-03
Summary:

In addition to the magnicent picture to be exhibited on Friday night. The Victoria Theatre has engaged the popular artists, 'La Belle and Williams.' The booking office is open from 11am daily.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-09-04
Summary:

The film 'The King's Service' is to be shown at the Victoria tonight. La Belle Cora and Williams will appear. There will also be other pictures and a military band.

18
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-09-04 - 1914-09-05
Summary:

Rule Britannia! The all British naval & military film 'The King's Service,' a marvellous feat in cinematography and various other interesting pictures; performance by La Belle Cora & Williams; matinees detailed included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-09-09 - 1914-09-11
Summary:

Performance by La Belle and Williams

20
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-09-11 - 1914-09-12
Summary:

Performance by La Belle and Williams; Owing to the damaged condition of the Film, 'Victory', the following pictures will be exhibited: 'The Price Demanded', 'The Turkish Spy' and 'The King's Service'