A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Elsie Adair
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1897-11-22
Summary:

The Theatre Royal was fairly well filled on Saturday night by the performance from Elsie Adair, Mr. Vanderlip. Mrs. Jewel and Mr. C. T. Robinson. A number of new and old views were shown with the Vitascope and the graphic fidelity which some of them were animated was warmly applauded by the…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1902-10-10 - 1902-10-15
Summary:

The Coronation! The Passion Play as it is played in Oberammergau. The Coronation of King Edward in detail. 5 Miles of Film. All the latest Novelties of the Cinematographic spheres. Note: The management wish to inform the public of Hongkong that they have the pleasure of bringing the first of…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-10-07 - 1912-10-09
Summary:

A bazaar and fancy fete will be held (by kind permission of the commandant and officers of the Hongkong Volunteer Corps) on the Volunteer Parade Ground, on Saturday, October 19th from 2.30 to 6.30 p.m.; many novelties that are suitable for Christmas presents, including Children's play…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-01-23
Summary:

The Hughes Comedy Company staged 'The Speculators' at Victoria Theatre. Messrs. Le Blane, F. Vack, and C. Chase, Mr. Reach and Miss Gertrude St. Clair did well in their parts.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-02-17
Summary:

Mr. F. C. Jenkin made an ex parte application, which was that an interim injunction should be granted restraining the defendant or his agents from assigning, mortgaging, demising, leasing or letting, or otherwise disposing of the Ko Shing Theatre or the property on which the theatre is built,…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-01-27 - 1916-01-29
Summary:

On Jan 28, the thrilling and beautiful dramas, 'The Sin of Jean Perlot' and 'The Heart of Maggie Malone'; interesting Pathe's British Gazette, The French troops in Alsace, the marmot; comics, 'Youth Must Have Its Day,' 'Chips of the Old Block.'

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Headline: Victoria
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-01-31
Summary:

In point of plot and of acting 'The Sin of Jean Perlot' is one of the greatest successes Messrs Pathe have achieved. Other items include Pathe's British Gazette, the French Troops in Alsace, some comics and an American drama entitled 'The Heart of Maggie Malone.'…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-08-05 - 1916-08-05
Summary:

Change of programme: the thrilling picture 'The Last Dance' in 4 parts, a story of Bohemian life; second series of 'Panama Canal,' illustrating the wonderful machinery and methods used in conquering nature 'Harry's Gazette' (interesting); 'Huggins V. C. in…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-12-04 - 1916-12-06
Summary:

On Dec 5, the magnificent photoplay 'The Sea' in 3 parts, after the novel 'La Mer' by Jean Jullien; interesting: 'Pathe's British Gazette,' 'The Great War: With the French Squadron at Malta'; comics: 'Married a Year,' 'Ready Made Family…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-12-27
Summary:

Owing to the great demand from those who are unable to attend the 7.15 session of 'Damon and Pythias' at the Victoria Theatre, arrangements have been made for one screening of this great Greek photoplay tonight during the 9.15 session. One of the greatest classical stories which have…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-07-15 - 1918-07-16
Summary:

By the kind permission and under the patronage of Lt. Col. John Ward, C. M. G., M. P., and officers 25th Batt. Middlesex Regt. 'The Ginks' will give two performances in the Regimental Theatre Mt. Austin.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-10-12 - 1918-10-12
Summary:

October 13. Mr. C. Thereses assisted by Mesdames Senour and Gordon, also the great romantic photoplay 'M' Liss.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-10-14 - 1918-10-16
Summary:

October 14-16. Performance. Gladys Hulette in 'Over the Hill.' Mr. C. Thereses, card manipulator assisted by Mesdames Senour and Gordon.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-10-14
Summary:

A large number of people gathered at the Victoria Theatre last night and were treated to such a bright and engaging show that there are no doubt good houses will be the order at this popular place of entertainment during the stay of Mr. M. C. Theresas and his two charming lady helpers. This…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-05-01
Summary:

The question of a Film Censor was brought to the forefront by the Hon. Mr. H. E. Pollock, K.C., in a recent address on the needs of the Colony. Mr. Pollock stated that the need for a Film Censor was urgent. But in point of fact, we have had a Film Censor in Hong Kong for many years past. At…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-08-07 - 1919-08-09
Summary:

Tonight till Sunday, another fine picture 'The Test' with a very strong plot. A Harold Lloyd comedy 'The Dutiful Dub.' Matinee: 'The Vicar of Wakefield.' Booking at Anderson's. August 8 remarks: Matinee: The final episode of 'The Terror of the Range'…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-11-25
Summary:

News from N. C. D. N. – The manager of the cinema company which reached Shanghai last week en route for Peking and Mongolia in search of romantic scenes for a million dollar production, 'The Lotus Petal,' saw possibilities of good 'business' in the Autumn Race Meeting and…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-02-14 - 1920-02-14
Summary:

Did you ever read a rattling detective story by C. N. and A. M. Williamson entitled 'Lord John's Journal'? The whole five have been made into a picture which will be shown at the Coronet in three instalments commencing tonight.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-03-11 - 1920-03-13
Summary:

When a play runs for three years at one theatre, it is a pretty good guarantee that the show is a good one! This was the case with 'Blue Jeans,' the screen version of which is on tonight. March 11-13 remarks: Viola Dana in 'Blue Jeans,' seven reels. March 13 remarks: Metro…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-04-03 - 1920-04-03
Summary:

Tom Moore in 'Lord and Lady Algy.' The success of three London Seasons! R. C. Carton's delightful sporting comedy. With an all star cast that is associated with Goldwyn. Also, Snub Pollard in 'It is a Hard Life' and British Gazette No. 621.