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: 1907-12-17
Summary:

The Victoria Cinematograph in Des Voeux Road is going strong with showing entirely new films – a Love Story and Two Orphans being described by the management as particularly beautiful.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1908-11-11
Summary:

Shameen, November 8 – Illuminations: At 9:30 in the evening another concert was given by the band, accompanied by a cinematograph entertainment, which was thoroughly enjoyed. The grounds of the Consulate were beautifully set off above the main gateway. A word of praise is due to Consul Fox for…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-08-28
Summary:

Business has been brisk at the cinematograph shows during the past week. At the Victoria Theatre, Miss Lynda Davis, who has become very popular since her arrival in Colony, is still the main attraction in a splendid programme. In the picture line, the programme is very strong indeed. The star…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-01-26
Summary:

The exceptionally strong programme which has been running at the Victoria Theatre during the past week was further strengthened on Wednesday evening when the Lyall Sisters made their first appearance. A splendid programme is promised for tonight, with a performance by Miss Lynda Davis.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-05-29
Summary:

The Victoria Theatre, which has just entered upon its second year, is still going strong. There was a packed house at the matinee on Sunday, the anniversary of the opening when the children of the colony were entertained free and each as given a packet of sweets during the interval. The…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-07-02 - 1912-07-02
Summary:

The magnificent films which are strong both in plot and treatment, 'The Red Inn' and 'For a Crown'; Last week of Graham and Dent; Coming film: 'The Automobile Bandits of Paris'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-07-03 - 1912-07-04
Summary:

The magnificent films which are strong both in plot and treatment, 'The Red Inn', 'For a Crown'; Last week of Graham and Dent; Coming film: 'The Automobile Bandits of Paris'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-10-25
Summary:

As usual, the Victoria Theatre is giving the most excellent programme. The new film, 'Little Humpback,' contains a pretty strong turning on the old superstition that the touch of a hunchback brings luck. Max Linder and Bobby were represented again. Miss Addie Leigh, Verne and Smith…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-10-26 - 1912-10-29
Summary:

Tonight 9.15 p.m. special attraction of two new artists' first appearance in Hongkong: Miss Gladys Porter and Miss Dellie Connor; Max Linder in 'Love Unconquerable,' Prince in 'The Matrimonial Agencies.'

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Headline: The Bijou
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-10-28
Summary:

In spite of counter attractions, the Bijou had a large and enthusiastic audience on Saturday to welcome Miss Dellie Connor and Miss Gladys Porter.

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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-10-31
Summary:

The two new lady artistes, Miss Dellie Connor and Miss Gladys Porter, sang pretty songs last night at the Bijou theatre. The films are decidedly entertaining, particularly those dealing with the ever-popular Nick Winter, Wiffles and Max Linder. The pictures of the Mediterranean Coast of Franco…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-11-02 - 1912-11-05
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., the great sensational drama 'The Platform of Death Feat'; Performance by Miss Gladys Porter and Dellie Connor; 7.15 p.m. pictures only

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-11-02
Summary:

Tonight, the Bijou will screen a specially exciting drama, 'The Last Performance,' in which is shown the startling mechanical effect known as 'The Platform of Death.' There will be performances by Miss Porter and Miss Dellie Connor.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1912-11-04 - 1912-11-05
Summary:

(Flower Street) The last performance introducing to Hong Kong, The Platform of Death Feat. Max Linder as an artist, 'Nick Winter and the Banker.' Debut of Miss Gladys Porter and Miss Dellie Connor. Pictures only at 7:15 p.m.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-11-04 - 1912-11-05
Summary:

The great sensational drama, 'The Last Performance' is introducing to Hongkong, 'The Platform of Death Feat'; Max Linder as an Artist, Nick Winter and the Banker, All Through the Turkey; performances by Gladys Porter and Dellie Connor; 7.15 p.m. picture only.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-11-09 - 1912-11-12
Summary:

Special attraction, a sensational drama and 'A Farm-House Romance' by Max Linder; Musical interludes by Miss Dellie Connor and Miss Gladys Porter

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Headline: The Bijou
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-11-09
Summary:

The Bijou promises a great draw tonight 'Won Through Waiting' [sic] – a drama that comes from Europe with a fine reputation. Max Linder supplies the comic relief, and how funny he is needing no telling. The Misses Connor and Porter Appear in new songs.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-11-09 - 1912-11-12
Summary:

Special attraction tonight, the famous sensational drama (art cinema, coloured, length 8000 feet), 'Won through Waiting'; and also 'A Farm House Romance' by Max Linder, musical interludes by Dellie Connor and Gladys Porter.

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Headline: Bijou
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1912-11-11 - 1912-11-12
Summary:

(Flower Street) 3000 feet art cinema-coloured film, 'Won Through Waiting!' and 'A Farm House Romance' by Max Linder. Debut of Miss Gladys Porter and Miss Dellie Connor.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1912-11-12
Summary:

With excellent programme shown last night, large houses should be the order at the Bijou Scenic Theatre this week. The capital pictures that are exhibited include one in two parts entitled 'Won through Waiting,' which is one of Pathe Freres' beautifully coloured productions. the…