A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Benefit Night
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-10-12
Summary:

The Victoria cinematograph was packed last night, the occasion being a benefit performance to the popular manager, Mr. Blake. There was a full programme, and every item was thoroughly enjoyed. Mr. R. H. Stephenson, the manager of the Bijou Scenic theatre, kindly assisted with the programme, as…

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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: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-09-16 - 1914-09-18
Summary:

Great attractions for the special farewell performance to the D. C. L. I. and Royal Engineers; La Belle and Williams, The Dares and D. C. L. I. Band in attendance

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1915-01-11
Summary:

Major-General Kelly C. B., Mrs. Kelly, officers from all the departments, N.C.O.'s and men and their wives and children attended a special matinee at the Victoria Theatre for a film shown depicted scenes from battlefields of Europe and were intense interest.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-09-07
Summary:

The story by Sir A. C. Doyle, 'Sherlock Holmes,' is to be filmed tonight at the Victoria Theatre. 'Wiffles' is one of the many comic pictures to be shown.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-12-11
Summary:

Jean d'Arc,' a historical drama produced by Savoia Co., about the heroine and English invaders, will be screened at the Victoria Theatre this afternoon. Film synopsis included.

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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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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1916-01-27 - 1916-01-28
Summary:

The dramas, 'The Sin of Jean Perlot' and 'The Heart of Maggie Malone.' Interesting pictures including 'French Troops in Alsace' and 'The Marmot.' Pathe's British Gazette included. Comic including 'Youth Must Have its Day' and 'Chip of…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-01-28 - 1916-01-28
Summary:

Films screenings including 'The Sin of Jean Perlot', 'The Heat of Maggie Malone', 'French Troops in Alsace', 'The Marmot', 'Youth Must Have Its Day' and 'Chip of the Old Block'; Screening of Pathe's British Gazette

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-01-29 - 1916-01-31
Summary:

Films screenings including 'The Sin of Jean Perlot', 'The Heat of Maggie Malone', 'French Troops in Alsace', 'The Marmot', 'Youth Must Have Its Day' and 'Chip of the Old Block'; Screening of Pathe's British Gazette

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1916-01-29 - 1916-01-29
Summary:

The dramas, 'The Sin of Jean Perlot' and 'The Heart of Maggie Malone.' Interesting pictures including 'French Troops in Alsace' and 'The Marmot' on Saturday, 29th January, 1916. Pathe's British Gazette included. Comics including 'Youth Must Have…

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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: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-02-07
Summary:

To the Editor S. C. M. Post – Mr. J. J. Blake wrote a reply to 'Vox.' – 'There are however limits to film reproduction here which he is probably not aware of. The picture he alludes to and many others equally as informative regarding the war cannot be obtained here for love nor…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-02-17
Summary:

To the Editor S. C. M. Post – The spectator mentioned a ridiculous fact in the Victoria Theatre. Every time the British or Allied Forces are screened, the small naive orchestra under a 'celebrated Musical Director' carefully and with great animation, plays the Austrian March '…

15
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-04-06
Summary:

To the Editor S. C. M. Post – The proceeds of the Variety Entertainment held at the Victoria Theatre amounted to about $850. The committee tenders their sincere thanks to those who contributed.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-06-22
Summary:

To the Editor S. C. M. Post – A letter complained that the orchestra should give the audience a little civilized music. Occasionally, the audience was treated to a good selection, but it doesn't last long, for, at a change of pictures, the orchestra at once seized their opportunity and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-06-23
Summary:

To the Editor S. C. M. Post – A. Montez, conductor of the Victoria Theatre Orchestra replied to the letter yesterday. The orchestra played one-step, two-step and tangos for certain comic pictures but played classical and overture music for dramatic pictures.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-06-24
Summary:

To the Editor S. C. M. Post – The orchestra is small in numbers and needs volume. The melodies from 'God's own Country' make the audience feel 'perky.' Also another reply letter from the Music Lover.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-06-30
Summary:

To the Editor S. C. M. Post – Last evening, the writer went to the Benefit Concert at the Victoria Theatre, and entered the theatre while smoking a cigarette. They had been warned that smoking is not allowed.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-08-30
Summary:

All ranks will attend a lecture on Discipline and Routine by the D.S.P. at the Victoria Theatre. Uniform will be worn.