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: 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: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1905-09-07 - 1905-09-07
Summary:

Performances by the famous Gaiety Stars Polite Vaudeville and Specialty Company. Tonight, grand change of programme, including new songs, new dances and new pictures. Booking at Robinson Piano Co. W. Hollinworth is the Lessee & Manager, while James Morgan is the Business Representative.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1908-01-16 - 1908-01-18
Summary:

Ernesto Fregolini. Change of Programme. The Artist's Chamber. Don't forget the address: Des Voeux Road, Pottinger Street.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-03-12 - 1909-03-24
Summary:

(No. 2 Zetland Street, Corner of Hoorain-Ali's, near Clock Tower) Tonight and every evening. 9 to 11 p.m. Miss Rosa Barnes, the celebrated society entertainer. Prof. W. Vincent, conjuror and illusionist. Continual change of films. Price details included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-03-18 - 1909-03-20
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(No. 2 Zetland Street, Corner of Hoorain-Ali's, near Clock Tower) Tonight and every evening. 9 to 11 p.m. Miss Rosa Barnes, the celebrated society entertainer. Prof. W. Vincent, conjuror and illusionist. Continual change of films. Extra performances daily 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Price details…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-03-22 - 1909-03-23
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(No. 2 Zetland Street, Corner of Hoorain-Ali's, near Clock Tower) Tonight and every evening. 9 to 11 p.m. Miss Rosa Barnes, the celebrated society entertainer. Prof. W. Vincent, conjuror and illusionist. Continual change of films. Extra performances daily 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Price details…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-03-25 - 1909-03-27
Summary:

(No. 2 Zetland Street, Corner of Hoorain-Ali's, near Clock Tower) Tonight and every evening. 9 to 11 p.m. Miss Rosa Barnes, the celebrated society entertainer. Prof. W. Vincent, conjuror and illusionist. Continual change of films. Extra performances daily 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Price details…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-03-29 - 1909-03-30
Summary:

(No. 2 Zetland Street, Corner of Hoorain-Ali's, near Clock Tower) Tonight and every evening. 9 to 11 p.m. Miss Rosa Barnes, the celebrated society entertainer. Prof. W. Vincent, conjuror and illusionist. Continual change of films. Extra performances daily 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Price details…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-03-31 - 1909-03-31
Summary:

(No. 2 Zetland Street, Corner of Hoorain-Ali's, near Clock Tower) Tonight and every evening. 9 to 11 p.m. Miss Rosa Barnes, the celebrated society entertainer. Prof. W. Vincent, conjuror and illusionist. Continual change of films. Next week! 'English Olympic Games, 1908,' as…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-04-01 - 1909-04-05
Summary:

(No. 2 Zetland Street, Corner of Hoorain-Ali's, near Clock Tower) Tonight and every evening. 9 to 11 p.m. Miss Rosa Barnes, the celebrated society entertainer. Prof. W. Vincent, conjuror and illusionist. Come and see the 'Olympic Games.' Price and schedule details included.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-04-07 - 1909-04-10
Summary:

(No. 2 Zetland Street, Corner of Hoorain-Ali's, near Clock Tower) Tonight and every evening. 9 to 11 p.m. Miss Rosa Barnes, the celebrated society entertainer. Prof. W. Vincent, conjuror and illusionist. On Good Friday, 9 p.m. performance, 'Passion Play.' Price and schedule…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-11-25 - 1909-11-25
Summary:

Premier hall of Hong Kong, Des Voeux Road Central. Change of programme every 2 days. Tonight! The celebrated artiste Miss Ruby Crystal. Grand success of Miss Doris McAuley. Coming! The celebrated French comedian, Mr W. Lochrane. Matinees on Saturdays and Sundays at 4 p.m.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-11-26 - 1909-12-11
Summary:

Premier hall of Hong Kong, Des Voeux Road Central. Change of programme every 2 days. Tonight! Mr W. Lochrane, the comedian, will make debut. The celebrated artiste, Miss Ruby Crystal. Grand success of Miss Doris McAuley. Matinees on Saturdays and Sundays at 4 p.m.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-11-29
Summary:

Mr. W. Cochrane, a Scottish comedian, is meeting with great success at the Victoria Cinematograph where his excentricities keep the audience in continual good humour. Miss Ruby Chrystal and Miss Doris McAuley also give numerous songs and dances.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-12-13 - 1909-12-21
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Premier hall of Hong Kong, Des Voeux Road Central. Change of programme every 2 days. Tonight! The celebrated comedian, Mr W. Lochrane. The celebrated artiste Miss Ruby Crystal. Matinees on Saturdays and Sundays at 4 p.m.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-12-18
Summary:

The Victoria Cinematograph continues to provide excellent fare for its numerous patrons. Mr. W. Cochrane [sic], the Scotch comedian, is very funny, while Miss Ruby Chrystal is pleasing in her vocal efforts.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-12-22 - 1909-12-24
Summary:

Premier hall of Hong Kong, Des Voeux Road Central. Change of programme every 2 days. Tonight! The celebrated comedian, Mr W. Lochrane. Coming! Miss Ethel Leslie. On Sunday, grand matinee at 4 p.m. Every children's ticket has a number for a Christmas souvenir.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-12-27 - 1909-12-30
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Premier hall of Hong Kong, Des Voeux Road Central. Change of programme every 2 days. Tonight! The celebrated comedian, Mr W. Lochrane. Miss Ethel Leslie. Matinees on Saturdays and Sundays at 4 p.m.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-12-31 - 1909-12-31
Summary:

Premier hall of Hong Kong, Des Voeux Road Central. Change of programme every 2 days. Grand New Year performances on 1st to 3rd, Jan., 1910. Magnificent films. The celebrated artistes, Miss Ethel Leslie and Mr W. Lochrane. Coming! The celebrated Australian artistes, Howard and Lee. Matinees on…