A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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121
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-09-14
Summary:

The picture 'In the King's Service' was screened in Victoria Theatre, the proceeds of which are devoted to the Prince of Wales' Fund. The local artistes Mr A. J. England and Alexander Miller's rendering 'Land of Hope and Glory' was forced to respond to demands…

122
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-09-28 - 1914-09-30
Summary:

A thrilling and sensational drama of court life, the film is 3,000 feet and in 3 parts 'The Black Panther'; Coming Prince of Wales Fund Night and film screening 'Victory'

123
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-09-28 - 1914-10-05
Summary:

For 3 nights only, 'The Black Panther,' a thrilling & sensational drama of court life (where Mr. Williams takes the detective's part), the film is 3,000 ft. and in 3 parts; band night on Wednesday, Oct 2, Prince of Wales' fund night, performance by local talent band. On…

124
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-10-01 - 1914-10-01
Summary:

Tomorrow wil be the Prince of Wales Fund's night with performance by the Dares, Mr Geo Grimble and Mrs Mears; Film screening of 'Brittanicus' (2 parts); Band in attendance; A late ferry will run; Coming film: 'Victory'

125
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-10-01
Summary:

It is said that the subordinates of several of the leading firms of the Colony have given a patriotic lead by volunteering to subscribe 5% of their salaries per month for the Prince of Wales' Fund. The Chinese subscription list already amounts to over $45,000 and is steadily growing. On…

126
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-10-01 - 1914-10-02
Summary:

Performance by Lenz & Company; change of programme including 'A Silent Messenger' and Pathe's British & American Gazette; (1st series) - 'The Mystery of the Old Mill' in 3 parts - 5,000 feet will be screened on Oct 3; Prince of Wales' Fund night on Oct 5.…

127
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-10-02 - 1914-10-02
Summary:

Tonight is the Prince of Wales Fund's night with performance by the Dares, Mr Geo Grimble and Mrs Mears; Film screening of 'Brittanicus' (2 parts); Band in attendance; A late ferry will run; Coming film: 'Victory'

128
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-10-02
Summary:

A monster programme was arranged at the Victoria Theatre in favour of the Prince of Wales' Fund accompanied by Mr. George Grimble's piano performance. The screening of the starring film Brittanicus in two parts.

129
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-10-03
Summary:

A fine selection of pictures was shown last night at the Victoria. Havildar Subah Singh's cornet solo was good. The Dares, Mrs. Bacon, Mrs. Mears, Mr. Lyth, Mr. Miller, Mr. England, Mr. Grimble, Mr. N.W. Stevens, and Mr. Harry all performed. These entertainments are for the Prince of Wales…

130
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-10-03
Summary:

The detective drama entitled 'The Mystery of the Old Mill' will be screened at the Bijou tonight. Professor Lenz will continue to attract the public with his magic acts. On Monday night, the management is giving a benefit performance in aid of the Prince of Wales' Fund. The Orient…

131
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1914-10-03
Summary:

The proprietors of the Ko-Shing Theatre set apart the gross receipts of yesterday's performance – which continued all night as well – to the Prince of Wales' Fund, H. E. the Governor, Lady May, Miss May, H. E. General Kelly, Mrs. Kelly and Miss Kelly attended the evening performance.…

132
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1914-10-03
Summary:

The Victoria Theatre was again filled to overflowing last night on the occasion of the second of a monthly series of programmes in aid of the Prince of Wales' War Relief Fund. The programme included songs, by Mr. N.W. Stevens, Mrs Bacon, Mr. England, Mr. McArdle, Mr. Brand, Mr Lyth and Mr.…

133
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-10-03
Summary:

The performance at the Bijou Theatre will be for the benefit of the Prince of Wales' Fund. There will be special pictures and performance from Orient String Band.

134
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-10-03 - 1914-10-06
Summary:

Performance by Lenz & Company; change of programme headed by (1st series) 'The Mystery of the Old Mill' in 3 parts - length 5,000 feet, great sensational & detective drama; On Oct 5, Prince of Wale's Fund Night, performance by Orient String Band.

135
Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-10-05
Summary:

A special performance in aid of the Prince of Wales' Fund will be given at the Bijou tonight. The film 'The Mystery of the Old Mill' will be screened. Professor Lenz and Company will give a couple of interesting turns. The Orient String Band, under Mr. Gonzales will be in…

136
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-10-05
Summary:

The proprietors of the Ko-Shing theatre set apart the gross receipts of their performance to the Prince of Wales' Fund on Oct. 2 with a full house.

137
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-10-07 - 1914-10-09
Summary:

Exceedingly comic & very interesting pictures, including 'Wiffles & His Charitable Uncle,' 'An Exciting Honeymoon,' 'The Temples of Nikko' (Japan), 'The History of Policat,' and Pathe's Cartoon & American Gazette; the great colour…

138
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-10-10
Summary:

Mr. R. D. Harvey acknowledged receipt of $301.80 from Mr. J. J. Blake, manager of the Victoria Theatre, and $91 from Mr. Lan Sum Ng, proprietor of the Bijou Science Theatre, for the benefit of the Princes of Wales' Fund.

139
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1914-10-12 - 1914-10-15
Summary:

The sensational drama, 'The Sold Title' in 2,500 feet, from Tuesday, 13th to Thursday, 15th October. Debut of Douglas and Barry. Monster programme for The Prince of Wales Fund on 6th November.

140
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1914-10-16 - 1914-10-17
Summary:

The powerful and sensational drama in 3 parts, 'A Prisoner in the Harem' in 3,000 feet long. Debut of Douglas and Barry. Season's event on around 25th October. Programme for The Prince of Wales Fund on 6th November.