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: 1911-02-10
Summary:

Tonight and a few following nights, patrons of the 'Empire' Cinematograph Theatre have a treat in store for them in the shape of the large new film portraying the powerful story of love and tragedy having for its central figure Messalina, the wife of the Roman Emperor Claudius. The…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-02-14
Summary:

Large crowds are attending the Bijou Theatre. Performances by Miss Vera Ferrace and Mr. Stephenson. The pictures are always up to the standard. The comic film 'How Max Linder Toured Around the World' is specially good. The Empire Cinematograph theatre has also had crowded houses. One…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-06-26
Summary:

We are informed by the management of the Victoria Cinematograph that the films of Coronation events will have to be sent to Shanghai for developing on account of climax conditions. There will be no pictures shown till the week after next. A film of the Roman Catholic Cathedral will be taken…

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Headline: Al Fresco Fete
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-10-28 - 1911-11-04
Summary:

At 9 to 11 p.m. on Sunday, 5th November, 1911. Price details included. Tea, cakes and refreshments are served in the afternoon and night. Grand cinematograph show is exhibited during the evening and night. Performance by the Band of the King's Own Yorkshire Light Infantry from 9 to 11 p.m.…

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Headline: Al Fresco Fete
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-11-06
Summary:

The al fresco fete in the grounds of the Roman Catholic Cathedral last night was crowded. The good cause of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul was liberally benefitted. Both the shooting gallery and cinematograph were largely patronised.

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Headline: Al Fresco Fete
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-10-24 - 1912-11-02
Summary:

To be held in the compound of the Roman Catholic Cathedral on Sunday, 3rd November from 9 p.m. to 11 p.m.; Grand Cinematograph show will be exhibited during the evening and night.

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Headline: Al Fresco Fete
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1912-10-24 - 1912-11-01
Summary:

In aid of Society of St. Vincent de Paul on Sunday, 3rd November, from 9 to 11 p.m. Price details included. Stalls can be inspected from 2 to 7 p.m. Cakes and refreshments are served during evening and night. Performance by the band of King's Own Yorkshire Light Infantry from 9 to 11 p.m.…

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Headline: Al Fresco Fete
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-10-24 - 1912-11-01
Summary:

In aid of the funds of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul to be held in the compound of the Roman Catholic Cathedral on Sunday; 3rd Nov from 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. under the most distinguished patronage of His excellency the Governor Sir Francis, Henry May and Lady May; admission ticket $ 1.00 which…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-11-04
Summary:

At the Roman Catholic Church compound yesterday, the annual al fresco fete in connection with the Society of St. Vincent de Paul was held. The cinematograph exhibition kindly given by Pathe Freres, was the means of attracting many stray dollars.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-09-15
Summary:

Miss Emily Rochawere and Mr. G. E. Roylance, Scoutmaster, Junior Troop of St. Joseph's Roy Scouts, were married at the Roman Catholic Cathedral. The troop went through pictures of which were taken by a cinematograph operator.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-11-03
Summary:

The Great Duncan and his company are playing a return engagement to satisfactory houses at the Victoria Theatre. Performance by Miss Hewitt, Jack Owen. The vaudeville bill is headed by musician Joe Reed while Signor Serra's performance on the Roman rings equalled the best ever seen locally…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-11-15
Summary:

The spacious compound of the Roman Catholic Cathedral presented a most animated scene. Scout Master A. J. Edwards and staff kindly lent their assistance to the Bazaar's cinematograph show.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-03-20
Summary:

The programme featured a fine drama 'Salambo' depicting ancient Roman life, and also 'Julius Caesar.' The management intends to show the patriotism in a practical manner and the theatre will contribute a sum to War Charities.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-02-17
Summary:

Hell's Hinges' and two comics proved a great draw in Coronet last night. Tonight, Tuesday and Wednesday, another capital programme 'Caligula,' a 4-acts portrays the life of Roman Emperor will play. There is also a popular comic 'Lonesome Luke – Plumber' and a…

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Headline: Caligula
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-02-18
Summary:

The Roman picture play 'Caligula' at the Coronet Theatre has a gorgeous setting with superb scenery and operatic music through the performances. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-02-18
Summary:

The new management of Coronet Theatre provides a 4 acts film, screening of 'Caligula' last night, a story founded on the early days of the Roman Emperor Gaius. Detail plot included. There is also a Gazette and a fine comic 'Lonesome Luke – Plumber' included in the programme…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-05-14 - 1921-05-18
Summary:

Acrobatics-Juggling-Dancing, Roman Rings-Head Balancing, commencing Saturday 14th at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. at the Hongkong Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-05-14 - 1921-05-14
Summary:

Don't fail to see Carlos and his company in a happy mixture of varieties. Acrobatics, juggling, dancing, roman rings and head balancing. Commencing Saturday, 14th at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-05-14
Summary:

The main attraction at the Hongkong Theatre over the weekend is the appearance of 'Carlos' and his talented company in a happy mixture of varieties, which include acrobatics, juggling, dancing, Roman rings, and head-balancing, the latter being one of the most hazardous feats seen in…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-29
Summary:

The attraction at the World Theatre this weekend is a seven-reel adaptation of Hugh E. Dierker's famous book. 'When Dawn Came' is a splendid picture, with superb acting and charming scenery. It contains a strong religious element, and Roman Catholics in particular should not fail…