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: 1910-03-22
Summary:

The Victoria Cinematograph will soon remove into the new and spacious building of the 'Empire Cinema Co,' opposite the Central Market. A special selection of artists will be assembled for the opening, including the Howard Family, Little Master Percy, Little Sadie Gale, and also Mr.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1910-04-02
Summary:

The popular Victoria Cinematograph where large audiences have been delighted nightly since its inception some two years ago, is to be transferred on Monday to the handsome new building of the Empire Cinematograph Theatre. Messrs Ramos and Ramos are to be congratulated on their latest achievement…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1910-04-02
Summary:

Invitations were issued by Messrs. Ramos and Ramos, the proprietors of the new 'Empire' Cinematograph Theatre opposite Central Market, for the opening performance in the new building on Monday next. The old wooden building of the late Hongkong Cinematograph has already been removed and…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1910-04-02 - 1910-04-07
Summary:

Premier hall of the colony (Des Voeux Road Central, Opposite Central Market). Schedule details included. Grand success of Miss Maggie Fraser, Howard and Lee. Magnificent programmers. New films. Three new artistes coming. The popular Victoria Cinematograph has been transferred to the above…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1910-04-04
Summary:

Patrons of the Victoria Cinematograph are reminded of the grand opening tonight of the new Empire Cinematograph Theatre a few doors away from the old building.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1910-04-04
Summary:

Messrs Ramos and Ramos, proprietors of the 'Victoria' Cinematograph in Des Voeux Road, conceived the idea some time ago of erecting a theatre worthy of the Colony, and they secured the site on which stood the old Hongkong Cinematograph, opposite the market. Portion of this site was…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1910-04-05
Summary:

Patrons of the popular Victoria Cinematograph flocked in large numbers to the new Empire Cinematograph Theatre on Monday evening, on the occasion of the grand opening. The proprietors, Messrs Ramos and Ramos, certainly hand arranged a very excellent programme. In addition to the new and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1910-04-05
Summary:

The new Empire, opposite the Central Market, made an auspicious opening last night in presence of a 'full house,' the guests of the proprietors. Each lady guest, upon entering, was presented with a bouquet. The programme was a specially selected one for the occasion. Performances by Mr…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1910-04-11
Summary:

Messrs Ramos and Ramos contemplate opening a skating rink on the ground adjacent to new Empire Cinematograph Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1910-04-16
Summary:

The Empire Cinematograph is drawing large audiences nightly. Performances by Miss Maggie Fraser, Signor Ferrara, Miss Addie Leigh, Little Winnie Ryan and Little Percy. Quite a new series of films was exhibited, one of which was exceedingly realistic. We refer to 'Nana's Mother,'…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1910-04-21
Summary:

The programme at the Empire Cinematograph Theatre attracted large audiences nightly, and with repeated changes the interest is sustained throughout the week. All the artists were being accorded splendid receptions, and the new films add greatly to the evening's entertainment.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1910-04-29
Summary:

At the Empire Cinematograph Theatre tonight Miss Maggie Frazer and Little Percy bid farewell to their numerous admirers. A grand programme is being arranged and new films will be shown.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1910-05-04
Summary:

At the Empire Cinematograph Theatre tonight, Miss Kitty Delavale, serio and comic, will make her debut. New films will be shown and the programme is prepared. Also performances by Miss Maggie Frazer and Little Percy.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1910-05-14
Summary:

The fare provided at the Empire Theatre is attracting large houses, and with the advent of new artists there was every possibility of crowded audiences for some time. Miss Addie Leigh is as big a favourite as ever.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1910-05-19
Summary:

A great reception was accorded little Miss Lewis at the Empire Cinematograph Theatre on Wednesday evening. Professor Lewis is also good with his conjuring acts while the films are new and up-to-date.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1910-05-30
Summary:

Miss Eva Hughes continues to attract and please the numerous patrons of the Empire Cinematograph by her singing and dancing. Miss Addie Leig maintains her reputation while Miss Madge Morris and Tim Harvey come in for their due share of appreciation. The films are new and interesting.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1910-07-05
Summary:

Tonight the splendid film of the funeral of the late King Edward is to be shown at the Empire Cinematograph Theatre. The film was shown to a few privileged spectators on Monday evening and needless to say it fulfils everything that was expected of it. An absolutely new programme of films has…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1910-07-22
Summary:

A lot of new and interesting films are being shown at the Empire Cinematograph Theatre and are much appreciated. Performances by Miss Maggie Frazer and Little Percy and Miss Laura Dymond.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1910-09-16
Summary:

An extraordinary grand programme for tonight, tomorrow night and the following night will be given at the Empire Cinematograph Theatre as well as Saturday and Sunday. Amongst the new films is the magnificent coloured picture 'The Minstrel.' Performances by Miss Addie Leigh, Miss Maggie…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1910-09-16 - 1910-09-20
Summary:

Premier hall of the colony (Des Voeux Road Central, Opposite Central Market). Schedule details included. Extraordinary grand programme for three nights only. The magnificent coloured film 'The Minstrel.' Artiste duet entitled 'Thinking' by Miss Addie Leigh and Miss Maggie…