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: 1908-02-10
Summary:

Speaking at the Society of Arts, Mr. F. Martin Duncan described that the origin of the cinematograph was originated as far back as 1826 by Sir John Herschel, who, while dining with a friend, asked the latter how he would show both sides of a shilling at once. He was not satisfied with the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1908-08-06
Summary:

On Wednesday, Emil T. Bunje, manager of the Asiatic Petroleum Co., charged Herbert John May, chief engineer of a steamer, with having behaved in a disorderly manner, and having used abusive and insulting language whereby a breach of the peace might have been occasioned at the Alexandra Theatre.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-09-01
Summary:

In the place of the present makoshifts [sic] which do duty as cinematograph theatres, shortly be erected on the site of the present Hongkong Cinematograph in Des Voeux Road, a palatial building of steel frames and reinforced concrete by a syndicate headed by Mr. Fogliano. The building will be…

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Headline: Bijou
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-02-19 - 1913-02-19
Summary:

Films screenings including 'The Water Funker' by Max Linder, 'The White Nigger', 'Carlo's Devotion', 'A Model's Sacrifice' (drama) and 'Football at Home'; Also screening of Pathe Gazette; Singing performance by Cecile Stephano and…

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Headline: Bijou
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-02-20 - 1913-02-21
Summary:

Performances by Miss Dolly Swift, Miss Cecile Stephano, Miss Elsa Wilson and Mr E. Ossipoff; Special picture by kind favour of Pathe Frere 'The Champion Boxer' by Max Linder

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-02-21
Summary:

The Bijou Scenic Theatre will no doubt be crowded tonight, the occasion being Miss Dolly Swift's benefit. The popular soubrette will appear with new songs, and is supported by Mr. Ossipoff, Miss E. Wilson, Miss Stephano, and others.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-09-20 - 1913-09-20
Summary:

Performance from Conjurer Verto, the Illusionist; Screening of 'Sign of the Cross' (2,000 ft) played by late Mr. Wilson Barrett and 'The Kelly Gang' (in 2 parts, 4,000 ft)

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Headline: Empire Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-09-20
Summary:

Verto, the clever illusionist and conjurer, appears tonight at the Empire Theatre,and will close his successful engagement tomorrow. The programme this week is the most interesting one and includes a 2,000 ft. film. The Sign of the Cross, as played by Wilson Barrett. Another feature picture is…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-11-01
Summary:

John Rivers, from Mexico, is one of the most persistent boxers of today. The film, which will be shown at the Victoria Theatre on Monday night will portray one of the most strenuous contests River engaged in, and every detail of the fight is in it. Booking is going along well at Moutries; photo…

10
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-11-18
Summary:

Cinematograph pictures are being used to help Mrs. John D. Rockefeller to learn the art of lip reading, as she is gradually becoming deaf. Specially prepared pictures are thrown on a screen in her home.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-12-22 - 1914-12-22
Summary:

Films screenings including 'Gipsy Blood' and 'John Sterling, Alderman'; Performances by Flatt and Brooks; Coming film: 'Bell of Rheims'

12
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-12-23 - 1914-12-25
Summary:

Films screenings including 'Gipsy Blood' and 'John Sterling, Alderman'; Performances by Flatt and Brooks; Coming film: 'Bell of Rheims'

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Headline: Flood Relief
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-07-24 - 1915-07-27
Summary:

Grand entertainment in St. John's Hall, latest cinematograph films, and items by eminent artists

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-07-24
Summary:

Entertainments will take place in St. John's Hall. Up-to-date cinematograph films are to be shown, whilst prominent artistes include Mrs. Marley, Mr. England, Professor Gonzales, and his string band.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-07-26
Summary:

Entertainments are to be given by the University Students in St. John's Hall on behalf of the Flood Relief fund and cinematograph films are to be shown, whilst prominent artistes include Mrs. Marley, Mr. England, Professor Gonzales, and his string band.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-08-05 - 1915-08-06
Summary:

Films screenings including 'Fiery John' (3 parts) and 'Capt. Tom Gunn's Flying Expedition in America and Manila'

17
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-11-08
Summary:

Mr. John Blake, manager of the Victoria Theatre, has five brothers in the fighting line.

18
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-12-03 - 1915-12-03
Summary:

Films screenings including 'The Spy' (3 parts), 'Friend of the Family' and 'John Bunny in a Golf'; Screening of Pathe's Latest Gazette

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-12-04 - 1915-12-04
Summary:

Films screenings including 'The Spy' (3 parts), 'Friend of the Family' and 'John Bunny in a Golf'; Screening of Pathe's Latest Gazette

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-02-01
Summary:

Various theatres including the Bijou Theatre will make a contribution for the St. John Ambulance Association to provide a hospital. Performances by Miss Doris Phillips and Miss Baraclough of the Howitt Phillips Company, Miss Cox of the Gaiety Theatre, Miss Dorothea Temple of the Bandmann Opera…