A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1910-11-17
Summary:

A large house was present last night in the new Bijou Scenic Theatre in Flower Street. It was formerly the Salon Cinema-Theatre. The pictures thrown on the screen last night were interesting and free from flicker. The film depicting the journey to Taipo on the new railway was particularly…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-04-01 - 1911-04-07
Summary:

A programme to suit all tastes, Sports in the Indian Army. A new pictorial comedy by Max Linder every week. This week, 'When The Shoe Pinches' is included.

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

At the Victoria Theatre an excellent programme was provided. The Donnellys were, as usual, very pleasing, and a dance by Little Bessie was much appreciated. One of the best pictures was 'The Hobble Skirt,' which excited considerable mirth. Other films depicted an incident from the…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-10-26 - 1911-10-26
Summary:

Every evening at 9:15 p.m. Miss Kitty Delavale's comedy. The 'Liberte' Disaster and Max Linder's latest comedy. A monster programme on Saturday, 28th October, 1911.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-10-27 - 1911-10-31
Summary:

Special attractions at 9:15 p.m. from Saturday, 28th October. Comedy, The 'Liberte' Catastrofes: 'Neighbours' by Max Linder, 'Back to the Prairie,' 'The Traitor,' 'Trying to Grow,' 'Jane's Sleeping Sickness,' 'Champion Club…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-03-13
Summary:

Hongkong is in danger of being spoilt just now, in the way of entertainments. There is no lack of choice, and the standard may be set down as uniformly high. Until the weekend, every evening may be spent at the University without fear of proving tedious. On Friday night, the Theatre Royal should…

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Headline: Bijou
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1912-11-16 - 1912-11-19
Summary:

(Flower Street) The famous comedy drama, 'The Village Postmistress,' 3000 feet long. A motor boat trip with Max Linder. Performances by Miss Dellie Connor and Miss Gladys Porter. Pictures only at 7:15 p.m.

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Headline: Bijou
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1912-12-26 - 1912-12-27
Summary:

Special programme tonight at 9:15 p.m. Various currents events. Special Christmas pictures, The Shepherdess (played by children). Musical comedy by Mesdames Swift, Spencer and Rowley, and Mr. R. H. Stephenson.

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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-01-28
Summary:

There was again a crowded house at the Bijou last night to listen to Miss Cecile Stephano.

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Headline: Bijou
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1913-05-10 - 1913-05-13
Summary:

Programme at 9:15 p.m. New comics, 'The Living Statue' by Max Linder, and 'The Ace of Clubs' by Nick Winter. The A. B. comedy, 'The Village Hero.' Pathe gazette included. Performance by Miss Violet Bonetia. Matinees on Saturdays at 4:15 p.m. and Sundays at 6 p.m.…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-09-13 - 1913-09-20
Summary:

5 nights commencing Wed., Sept. 17, matinee Saturday: Geo. Samuels presents the famous Carnegie-Museum, 'Alaska-Siberia Expedition,' motion pictures, 6000 feet of films and 30 explanatory slides, accompanied by an explanatory lecture, two hours of continuous sensation and breathless…

12
Headline: The Bijou
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-11-04
Summary:

Special pictures are being shown at the Bijou this week, including a Wiffles film. Wise and Milton, who have been making a great hit in the North, are giving some screamingly funny comedy turns.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-11-04 - 1913-11-04
Summary:

A week of special pictures, the Pathe's Gazette, 'A Night Out' (by Wiffles 2,600 feet), and the biggest comedy screen ever played in China; 'Wise and Milton,' a riot, a howl, and a decided hit; performance by Bonetta.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-11-05 - 1913-11-07
Summary:

New comedy, new songs and crazy dances by Miltion & Wise; Screening of Pathe's Gazette; Film screening of 'Max and the Love Letter'; Coming performance by Violet Bonetta

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-11-05 - 1913-11-07
Summary:

Programme from 5th to 8th, including the coloured Americans 'Wise and Milton'; in an entire change of acts, new comedy, new songs and crazy dances; Pathe's Gazette; Max and 'The Love Letter.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-04-01 - 1914-04-03
Summary:

The Voice Within,' a masterpiece drama, length 3,000 feet; also The Pathe's Gazette (twice weekly); 'Wiffles and A Merry Widow' (a good comedy); performance by Victoria and Sheridan.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-04-06
Summary:

Accomplished artiste Miss Violet Victoria and Mr. J. Sheridan were well received as they preset a farcical comedy. The scenery, acting and songs were excellent. A very fine set of pictures was screened.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-04-15 - 1914-04-17
Summary:

Wiffles in 'A Tangle Marriage' (a good comedy in 2 parts, length 3,500 feet); 'A Cruel Revenge' (drama); German & international Pathe's Gazette, the world's latest news, twice weekly; 'Honesty' will be screened on Apr 18; 'The Gibson Girls'…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-04-22 - 1914-04-24
Summary:

Don't miss to see 'The Gibson Girls'; also a fine selection of pictures, including 'The Hand of Destiny' (drama), 'Proving a Lover' (splitting comedy), 'Feathered Dwellers by the Seas' (instructive), and 'Pathe's German & International…

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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-04-25
Summary:

The patrons of the Bijou received excellent value for their money owing to the success brought by the Gibson Girls with their dainty, clever and novel dances. The management also provided a feast with Mr. Prince (Wiffles) of picture comedies of Pathe Freres. The film 'Saved by his Victim…