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: 1908-04-13 - 1908-04-16
Summary:

(Opposite Central Market) Entirely under new management. Films - Comic, dramatic and sensational. Never seen in Hong Kong. Schedule details included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1908-07-21
Summary:

The newly established Alexandra Cinema-Theatre in Zetland Street is a district addition to Hongkong's amusements and should prove a great success. The films shown are new and amusing, the orchestra makes sweet music. Signor Torras, the tenor, Miss Russell, and little Miss Thelma, all sing…

63
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.…

64
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1908-08-17
Summary:

The Victoria Cinematograph Co., has now acquired the Hongkong Cinematograph and opened on Saturday evening to a large audience at a much cheaper price than that charged for admission to the Victoria. At both places of entertainment the pictures will be the very latest and the management is…

65
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1908-08-24
Summary:

At the Alexandra Cinema-Theatre on Saturday evening a very large and enthusiastic audience gathered to witness the farewell performances of Miss Violet Russel and Little Thelma, who have had just concluded a two months' successful engagement with the management of the above theatre.…

66
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1908-08-31
Summary:

This popular and high-class place of amusement is still 'making good,' and has some excellent talent which, combined with a capital selection of animated pictures, never fails to gain the support of the local community. One may visit the above theatre knowing that it will be nice and…

67
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1908-09-22
Summary:

The management of the theatre has been successful in securing the service of the song and dance artist very popular in the East, Miss Tina Latour. Under the supervision of M. Duafresne, the company has been giving a series of cinematograph and magical entertainments in large Chinese theatre at…

68
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1908-09-22
Summary:

It was a large and appreciative audience that greeted the initial performance of Miss Phyllis Eddie Macdonald at the Victoria Cinematograph on Monday evening, and the management is indeed to be congratulated on having secured the services of such an excellent artist. Previously Miss Macdonald…

69
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1908-10-30
Summary:

Several instances having come to be notice of the management of the Victoria Cinematograph that persons were attempting to gain admission by means of family tickets which were forged, the management has placed the matter to the police. To celebrate the first anniversary of the opening of…

70
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1908-10-30
Summary:

We are requested by the management of the Victoria Cinematograph, who has been imposed upon by persons presenting false tickets, to state that no complimentary tickets whatever either for individuals or families have been issued.

71
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1908-11-19
Summary:

A Visitor' writes asking for further information concerning the complaint that forged tickets have been used to gain admittance to the Victoria Cinematograph in consequence of which the management will henceforth issue no more complimentary tickets.

72
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1908-12-19
Summary:

Atrocious cruelty has been proved against managers of a cinematograph show who arrange thrilling scenes. The spectacle chosen in this case was the fall of a runaway horse drawing a carriage over a precipice. The scene was actually performed while a photographer took it. The Lorient police…

73
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1909-01-21
Summary:

Particulars of the Alexandra Cinematograph at No. 2, Zetland Street, will be found in our advertisement columns. The show re-opens under entirely new management and a good selection of Pathe films is announced. The films include drama, comedy, burlesque, geography, history, war, journeys, etc.…

74
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1909-01-25
Summary:

The Rev. Mother of the Italian Convent desires to thank the proprietors and management of the Victoria Cinematograph for the benefit exhibition on the 22nd inst., which realised $71, in aid of the Convent funds.

75
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1909-02-04
Summary:

Last Wednesday night films projecting in Alexandra Cinematograph, in Zetland Street, attracted many audiences, and the extraordinary amount of kissing amused the average spectators. The manager, Mr. Freriches, states that next week one of the best films yet shown will be produced for the first…

76
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-02-05
Summary:

We have received a photograph of the spacious and beautiful interior of the new Empire Theatre, Calcutta, of which Mr. Maurice E. Bandmann is half-owner and manager.

77
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-02-18
Summary:

The Alexandra Cinematograph is fast becoming a popular resort for high-class interest and the management is making arrangement for the engagement of two capable artistes and the pictures are all of a good nature.

78
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-03-04
Summary:

Excellent entertainments are still being given at the Victoria Cinematograph. Patrons show their delight and appreciation of the splendid pictures thrown on the screen, and also celebrated French artistes, Miss Cecilia and Mr Verard. The management has also secured, at very great expense, two…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-03-12
Summary:

The Alexandra Cinematograph, under its new management, is giving evidence of a spirit of enterprise that is calculated to quickly raise this attractive place of amusement to first place in the affections of the Hongkong public. The Rosa Barnes opening 'Evening at Home' at this theatre…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-03-22
Summary:

The management of the Alexandra Cinematograph gave free a fine show for the large throng of children at 6 p.m. This Cinematograph is now giving two shows nightly, which are well attended. Performances by Professor Vincent and Miss Rosa Barnes. The Victoria's popularity is still high, and…