A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: The Cinemas
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-04-18
Summary:

Hongkong has had little cause to complain of lack of entertainment for many months past, yet through it all the Victoria and Bijou Cinemagraphs have maintained their own as attractions and seldom fail to draw large houses. At the Victoria, the Quealys made success, while the sisters Price were…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-11-13
Summary:

The two Cinemagraphs, the Victoria and Bijou, continue to exert a large hold upon the picture-loving public. For Friday, the Victoria announces the 4,000 ft. long picture 'Notre Dame,' which is one of the finest. 'The Chateau of Touraine' now being screened at the Bijou is…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-10-28 - 1913-11-01
Summary:

Boxing event: Seaman Powell v. Corpl Scott and Mr. J. Forbes v. Seaman Thompson; Film screening of fight for the light weigh championship 'Ad Wolgast and Joe Rivers' (3,000 ft); Soldiers and Sailors in uniform half price

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-11-03 - 1913-11-03
Summary:

Boxing event: Seaman Powell v. Corpl Scott and Mr. J. Forbes v. Seaman Thompson; Film screening of 'Ad Wolgast and Joe Rivers' (3,000 ft); Soldiers and Sailors in uniform half price

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-11-27 - 1913-12-01
Summary:

Film screening of 'The Battle of Waterloo'; Price as usual; Coming performances by Martinetti-Grossi-Moret

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

Antony and Cleopatra' is certainly the best picture that has ever been screened in Hong Kong as great crowds have assembled at the Victoria Theatre notwithstanding the increased prices of admission.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-09-10
Summary:

The Price Demanded,' 'The Turkish Spy' and 'The King's Service' will be exhibited in aid of the Prince of Wales Fund at the Victoria's Theatre.

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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'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-09-14 - 1914-09-14
Summary:

Film screening of 'Turkish Spy' and 'Price Demanded'; Performance by La Belle and Williams; Coming performances by May Clarke

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

Some improvements have been made in the Victoria Theatre for the comfort of the public. The straw cushions in all the seats have been substituted by thicker ones with khaki covers, which may be occasionally washed. During New Year's week there will be a great variety of films. 'The…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-01-06
Summary:

Victoria Theatre is showing 'The Price of Discipline' tomorrow. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-01-08
Summary:

Since 'The Price of Discipline' is lost, 'The Masked Amazon' will be screened at the Victoria Theatre. The production reveals a wife's devotion to her husband and how she rescued her husband. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-01-14
Summary:

The Masked Amazon' will be screened at the Victoria Theatre. 'The Price of Discipline' was reported lost and 'Les Exploits d'Elsine' may be expected here at any moment.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-01-18 - 1916-01-18
Summary:

Films screenings including 'Neath the Lion's Paw' (3 parts), 'The Fisher Girl's Folly', 'Potoroo Rat', 'Russian Army in Snow Clad Mountains', 'Bob in Love' and 'A Gay Dog Collared'; Screening of Pathe's British Gazette;…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-01-19 - 1916-01-20
Summary:

Films screenings including 'Neath the Lion's Paw' (3 parts), 'The Fisher Girl's Folly', 'Potoroo Rat', 'Russian Army in Snow Clad Mountains', 'Bob in Love' and 'A Gay Dog Collared'; Screening of Pathe's British Gazette;…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-01-21 - 1916-01-21
Summary:

Films screenings including Pathe's 'Price of Discipline' (5 parts) featuring the famous child actress Marie Fromest of Les Miserables, 'Fantastic Umbrellea', 'In the Woods of Mortain' and 'Mike the Housemaid'; Screening of Pathe's British Gazette…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-01-22 - 1916-01-24
Summary:

Films screenings including Pathe's 'Price of Discipline' (5 parts) featuring the famous child actress Marie Fromest of 'Les Miserables,' 'Fantastic Umbrellea', 'In the Woods of Mortain' and 'Mike the Housemaid'; Screening of Pathe's…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-03-31 - 1916-03-31
Summary:

Merlbourne's all variety night; No pictures, 2 hours of laughter song and story at picture price

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-04-01 - 1916-04-01
Summary:

Melbournes' farewell matinee, grand farewell performance, no pictures; 150 minutes of laughter, song and jest at picture prices

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Headline: The Cameos
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-07-27
Summary:

The Cameos entertained the soldiers and sailors yesterday. Various artistes joined in and men of services welcome the announcement that they will be admitted to the performances at usual prices. Performances by Peggy Ross, Malcolm Prentice, Phoda Windrum, Gerald Osborne, C.C.Kitts, Lillian…