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: 1912-04-24
Summary:

The movement initiated by the enterprising proprietors of the Victoria Theatre for a monster benefit in aid of the sufferers by the Titanic disaster has met with a hearty response, and on Friday it is expected that the compact little theatre will be filled to overflowing. The entertainment,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-06-13
Summary:

Science has marched forward to another victory. It has been acclaimed by a gathering of learned gentlemen in the Royal Institution, when Professor William Stirling gave a lecture with demonstrations. In a little while it will be the most popular item in all the music-halls of Europe. It is an…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-11-14
Summary:

The Theatre Royal had served its purpose well, and Mr. Bandmann was about to add to his laurels here by the erection of a building worthy of himself and of the colony he would serve. The great difficulty which could not be negotiated was the question of a site. We learn that the Oriental…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-02-04
Summary:

The Vitagraph Company of America is sending around the world a company of highly skilled cinematograph actors, and these are now staying in Hongkong. Mr. Maurice Costello stated that they would travel around the world, posing to the camera in various plays and taking their scene and background…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-02-19 - 1913-02-28
Summary:

The film of the athletic sports during Manila Carnival: showing the champion baseball play, win by Japanese team; special picture taking by Prof. Satake of The Meiji University (Tokio); the winner's team will be present at tonight's show; performance by E. Ossopoff; great success of…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-04-26
Summary:

At the educational conference, held at the International Cinematograph Exhibition at Olympia, the subject for discussion was 'The Cinematograph as an Educational Medium.' Dr. Lyttelton, headmaster of Eton, express his views about the potentials of the cinematograph, and it can do good…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-05-30 - 1913-05-30
Summary:

Special programme showing pictures by Pathe Freres; Performance by Miss Violet Bonetta, R.H. Stephenson, Professor Gonzales and the Wild West Players

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Headline: Bijou
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1913-05-30 - 1913-05-30
Summary:

Debut of Miss Violet Bonetia at 9 p.m. tonight. Special programme with special pictures by Pathe Freres. Performance by The Cowboy Players, R. H. Stephenson and Professor Gonzales. Price details included.

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Headline: Bijou
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-05-30 - 1913-05-30
Summary:

9.15 Programme: Performance by Bonetta; special pictures by Pathe Freres, 'Local Amateurs'; more performances by Stephenson, Professor Gonzales, and The Cowboy Players; prize details included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-06-20 - 1913-06-20
Summary:

Tonight, Friday, June 20th, complimentary benefit tendered Col. Bob Love, a monster programme, wild west stunts, human weight lifting; performances by Moore and the professor of the Victoria Theatre; matinees and price details included. Box plan at Robinson Piano Co., Ltd.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-07-24
Summary:

The Bijou Scenic Theatre commencing a drama film entitled 'The Inheritance of Remi Dubrais' by Pathe Feres [sic] will be shown. Professor Jaffar performed wonderfully which completed an especially good programme.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-07-27
Summary:

The Inheritance of Remi Daubrais' is being screened at the Bijou. Pathe's International and German Gazettes present the world's latest happening, and Professor Jaffar performs some tricks. A complete change of programme is announced for Wednesday evening.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-09-23
Summary:

Professor Nicholas Lenz and his company will commence a short season at the Bijou Science Theatre. Performance by Madame Lenz and Miss Dora Lenz.

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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…

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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…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1914-11-06
Summary:

Professor C. H. Robertson, the well-known educationist and Y.M.C.A. worker, delivered a lecture last evening in the new theatre, Eau [sic] U Fong, on 'High and Low Temperature.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-04-20 - 1915-04-23
Summary:

On Apr 20, a film which sets you wondering, the great sensational drama, 'Mortas the Death Sower' in 2 parts - 3,000 feet long, it is adapted from Professor Delapierre's scientific masterpiece; Detective Vilon Triumphs; Pathe's Gazettes, the best way to learn what is really…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-05-19
Summary:

A big concert will take place at the Victoria tonight. In addition to the various professional artistes — Miss May Clark, the Carsons, Mr. Albert Morrow and Professor Gonzalez, one or two local amateurs including Mr. Harry Relph will appear. One of the features will be 'Motoring,' by…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-05-20
Summary:

Another very successful patriotic concert was given last night at the Victoria. The Band of the 74th Punjabis played some splendid selections, and one of the bandsmen, Allah Dah, gave a piccolo solo. Miss May Clarke, the Carsons, Mr. Harry Relph, professor Gonzalez, Mr. George Grimble and Mr.…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-07-24
Summary:

Some students in St. John's Hall organized two gala nights for Monday and Tuesday next in behalf of those stricken by the floods in and around Canton. Up-to-date cinematograph films are to be shown, while eminent artists including Mrs. Marley, Mr. England, Professor Gonzalez, and his band,…