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: 1897-04-27 - 1897-04-27
Summary:

The delicate and intricate mechanical arrangements combined with the elaborate and most modern of electrical appliances of the machine require such perfect adjustment and manipulation that Professor Maurice Charvet has decided to postpone his opening exhibition for one day.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1897-04-27 - 1897-04-27
Summary:

Professor Maurice Charvet has decided to postpone his opening exhibition for one day. 'The Cinematograph' will be exhibited at St. Andrew's Hall (City Hall) tomorrow. It's the greatest marvel of the age. Admission: $1, children half-price.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1897-04-28 - 1897-04-28
Summary:

The Cinematograph is the greatest marvel of the age. It will be exhibited under the personal supervision of Professor Maurice Charvet five sessions a day and each for an hour.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1897-04-28 - 1897-05-05
Summary:

Today! 'The Cinematograph' will be exhibited, under the personal supervision of Professor Maurice Charvet, 5 sections a day. Admission: $1, children half-price.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1897-10-14 - 1897-10-16
Summary:

The latest improved projecting machine in which the vibration so noticeable and trying to the eyes is now entirely eliminated. Views of the Queen's Jubilee in London will be the special feature of the Entertainment. The following scenes will be shown: A dispute between Bicyclists; The…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1897-10-15 - 1897-10-16
Summary:

The Cinematograph for one night only. The latest improved projecting Machine in which the vibration so noticeable and trying to the eyes is now entirely eliminated. Views of the Queen's Jubilee in London will be the special feature of the Entertainment. The following scenes will be shown: A…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1897-10-18 - 1897-10-20
Summary:

Matinee for children, when the Queen's Jubilee Views will be exhibited besides other interesting and amusing for the little folks. As for the 9.15 p.m. section, last opportunity to see the Queen's Jubilee Pictures and others so highly spoken of by the press. Booking at the Robinson…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1897-10-20 - 1897-10-20
Summary:

The Cinematograph was a grand success. This was the last opportunity to see The Queen's Jubilee Pictures and other beautiful views; Seats can be reserved at W. Robinson & Company's Stores. Johnson & Charvet are the proprietors.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-05-11 - 1917-05-13
Summary:

On May 12 and for 3 nights only, performance by Mr. Maurice Bandman.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-05-12 - 1917-05-12
Summary:

Maurice E. Bandman presents Mr. Chung Ling Soo and his all variety coy for 3 nights only

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-05-14 - 1917-05-14
Summary:

Tonight the last night, Maurice E. Bandman presents Mr. Chung Ling Soo and his all variety coy for 3 nights only

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-04-02 - 1919-04-04
Summary:

Tonight, Paramount photoplay in 5 parts, Maurice and Florence Walton in 'The Quest of Life.' Also Gazette and comics. Saturday, 5th, see the final episodes of 'A Lass of the Lumberlands.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-04-02 - 1919-04-03
Summary:

April 2, 3 and 4, Paramount photoplay 5 parts, Maurice and Florence Walton in 'The Quest of Life.' Also Gaumont Gazette and Comics. Saturday 5th, see the final episodes of 'A Lass of the Lumberlands.'

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-09-21 - 1920-09-21
Summary:

Extra special attraction, The Bandman Comedy Co. on the screen. By kind permission of Maurice E. Bandman. Other performers include Leonard Stephens, Carl Lawson and Beryl Barraclough. 'Lumpy Wins the Calcutta Sweep' in three side splitting reels.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-09-21 - 1920-09-22
Summary:

Tomorrow at 2.30 p.m., extra special attraction, the Bandman Comedy Company on the screen, by kind permission of Maurice E. Bandman, Leonard Stephens supported by Carl Lawson and Beryl Barraclough and other members of the Bandman Company will present the farcical comedy, 'Lumpy Wins the…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-09-21 - 1920-09-21
Summary:

Tomorrow at 2.30 p.m., the Bandman Comedy Company on the screen by kind permission of Maurice E. Bandman, Leonard Stephens supported by Carl Lawson and Beryl Barraclough and other members of the Bandman Company will present the farcical comedy, 'Lumpy Wins the Calcutta Sweep.' Prices:…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-09-23 - 1920-09-23
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Emmy Wehlen in 'The Outsider' in 6 parts. Also ‘Snub' Pollard in 'Tough Luck' and Pathe's British Gazette. Today at 2.30 p.m., the Bandman Comedy Company on the screen, by kind permission of Maurice E. Bandman, Leonard Stephens…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-06-13 - 1921-06-13
Summary:

The great Artcraft special 'The Blue Bird' by Maurice Maeterlinck, also Coronet Review and Vanity Fair Comedy tonight at 9 p.m. Price of admission at 80 cents, children half price. Episodes 6, 7 & 8 of 'The Lost City,' today and tomorrow at The Coronet, Wednesday at The…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-06-13 - 1921-06-16
Summary:

Tonight at 9 p.m. precisely, opening of the Kowloon Theatre with the great Artcraft special, 'The Blue Bird' by Maurice Maeterlinck. Also Coronet Review and Vanity Fair Comedy. A splendid programme. Price of admission: 80 cents, children half-price. Today and tomorrow at the Coronet,…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-06-13 - 1921-06-13
Summary:

Tonight at 9 p.m. precisely, the event of the season, the great Artcraft special, 'The Blue Bird' by Maurice Maeterlinck, also Coronet Review and Vanity Fair Comedy. Price of admission: 80 cents, children half price. Today and tomorrow at the Coronet, Wednesday at the Kowloon, '…