A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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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: 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: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-03-19
Summary:

Further enhancing its reputation for securing the best talent which is in the Colony, the Victoria Theatre last night presented Mr. Eugene de Rubini. The Rubini display proved one of the best attractions the theatre has housed for some little time and it was unfortunate that his appearance…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-06-26
Summary:

Twin Beds,' from the stage to the screen, Mr. and Mrs. Carter de Haven have produced a truly refreshing funny picture. The film was commenced at the Coronet yesterday and is especially interesting to many picture-goers who had seen the play when it was staged at the Theatre Royal some years…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-04-03
Summary:

The well-known West End Revue Stars, Miss Lee White in association with Mr. Clay Smith, with their original London Company which appeared last summer at the Queen's Theatre, Shaftsbury Avenue, commence their Hongkong season at the Theatre Royal tonight. The opening production tonight and…