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: 1909-03-16
Summary:

Hongkong is to have yet another cinematograph show, an arrangement has been made by Mr. Caslly [sic], an American gentleman, to open up such an establishment in Wyndham Street. It will be the endeavour of the proprietor to produce first-class performances, and patrons will be able to rely on an…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-03-30
Summary:

Mr F. Arnold, sub-manager of the Pathe Cinema Machine Co., summoned Mr V. D. Casley, of the Star Cinematograph, for an infringement of a trademark, belonging to the plaintiff company. Mr D. V. Steavenson, of Messrs Deacon, Looker and Deacon, appeared for the prosecution, and Mr Reader Harris, of…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1910-06-09
Summary:

Before the Chief Justice (Sir F Piggott) this morning a petition for a receiving order in bankruptcy was made by Wong Fung Skek [sic]. Mr. F. D. Almada appeared for Mr Otto Kong Sing, who represents the debtor, and stated that the liabilities were $9,820.01 and the assets amounted to $5,140,…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-01-26
Summary:

A monster programme has been arranged for the Empire Cinematograph Theatre from the performances of Miss Thelma Wood, Misses Queenie Laurance, Dolly Swift, Sadie Mahrose and Messrs Gus Hayward and Dennis Darney. Tomorrow night the grand dramatic film entitled Lieut Rose, R. N., and the Arabian…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-06-19
Summary:

After the coronation tea to be held at the R. E. Theatre the children of the garrison are to be entertained by Messrs Ramos and Ramos, at the Victoria Theatre. This is in addition to the entertainment for the army and navy at the Empire Cinematograph.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-09-01
Summary:

Messrs Ramos and Ramos, the proprietors of Victoria Theatre, have just concluded arrangements for the exhibition of the animated picture Gazette of Pathé Freres which will be quite a new thing in Hongkong. Gazette is an ordinary film showing the latest happenings from all over the world. A…

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Headline: The Bijou
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-11-16
Summary:

The Bijou Theatre continues to enjoy the patronage of a large number of the public, and justly so, for Mr R. H. Stephenson is presenting a bill worthy of any cinematograph. The fine film showing elephants carrying and stacking timber is both interesting and educational, while 'The Bragger…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1912-03-19
Summary:

An enjoyable programme is being presented by the manager R. H. Stephenson at the Bijou Scenic Theatre. The animated picture are quite an interesting lot and special mention should be made of the Gaumont Graphic, Little Moritz in Africa, Great French Army Review, as well as several humorous films…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1912-04-13
Summary:

Mr R. H. Stephenson, the popular manager of the Bijou, Scenic Theatre, has secured an interesting new programme of pictures which will be shown tonight. They include 'The Opium Smoker,' which is a most realistic nautical drama, as well as several comic films, include 'The Aligator…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1912-06-05
Summary:

Mr R. H. Stephenson, the popular manager of the Bijou Cinematograph Theatre, is leaving for home by the s.s. Nikko Maru on Friday. The theatre will be closed during the summer months. Upon his return, Mr Stephenson will open his theatre with entirely new talent. He also intends to provide other…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1912-09-18
Summary:

Mr. R. Stephenson, manager of the Bijou Scenic Theatre, is back to Hongkong and bring two lady artistes, Miss Ada Rowley and Miss Gladys Spencer back to the theatre. Mr. Stephenson informs us that the great improvements are being made in the hall and stage. The stage is to be extended right…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1912-10-12
Summary:

Bijou Scenic Theatre presented a high standard of programmes, including the Pathe Graphic pictorials of the current event and several good humorous films. Performances by Miss Ada Rowley.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1912-11-26
Summary:

A splendid programme of pictures is being shown at the Bijou Scenic Theatre this week, the films including a humorous play by the popular picture-actor, Max Linder, and a beautifully coloured one of the rapids of Kivatch, Russia. Performances by Miss Dellie Connor, Miss Gladys Porter and Mr. R.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1912-12-23
Summary:

The R. A. married families from Victoria, Stonecutters, Lyemun and Kowloon were on Saturday entertained to 'high tea' in the R.A. Theatre on the occasion of the Annual X'mas Tree. A pleasing feature of the entertainment was a series of moving pictures thrown on the screen by…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1913-02-05
Summary:

An exceptionally good programme is being presented by the manager R. H. Stephenson this week. The films are as good as ever. A story by Max Linder, the inimitable cinema humorist, the Pathe Gazette, and two star comics are included in the programme. Performance by Miss Cecile Stephano and Miss…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1913-04-22
Summary:

Mr. R. H. Stephenson, lessee and manager of the Bijou Scenic Theatre, is taking a benefit on Friday evening, May 2. Specially attractive programme is being arranged for the occasion. This week's programme including interesting pictures about jungle life in which African hunting scenes.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1915-07-27
Summary:

The West River Flood Relief Fund should benefit to a considerable extent as the result of the performance of Queen's College Dramatic Society in Taiping Theatre last night. Audiences included H.E. the Governor, Captain R. O. Hutchison, A.D.C., the Director of Education Mr. E. A. Irving, the…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1917-04-04
Summary:

The Cinematograph Commission of Inquiry established by the National Council of Public Morals resumed its sittings recently at the Central Hall, Westminster, under the presidency of the Bishop of Birmingham. Mr. John D. Tippett, managing director of the Transatlantic Film Company (Limited), the…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1917-04-10
Summary:

Mr. C. R. Bosworth and Mr. Joseph deFrenes, photographers of the Lyman H. Howe Films Company, had many new and novel experiences in making the new picture 'The Manufacture of a Motor Car' recently filmed at the Willys-Overland Factory, Toledo, Ohio, U.S.A.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1917-08-22
Summary:

The manager of the Bijou Scenic Theatre, was fine $75 at the Magistracy yesterday, by Mr. J. R. Wood, for infringing regulations issued under the Electric Supply Ordinance.