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: 1909-01-22 - 1909-01-22
Summary:

No artist but only the latest Pathe Films are shown as in London and Paris, these films have never been seen in the East and comprise drama, comedy, burlesque, geography, history, war, journeys on land and sea; Matinee for children, half price

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-01-25 - 1909-01-27
Summary:

Tonight & every night, Family Programme. No artist but only the latest Pathe Films are shown as in London and Paris, these films have never been seen in the East and comprise drama, comedy, burlesque, geography, history, war, journeys on land and sea; Matinee for children, half price

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1909-01-25 - 1909-02-20
Summary:

Tonight & Every Night, Family Programme. No artistes but only the lastest Pathe films are shown as in London and Paris. These films have never been seen in the East; programmes to be had at the door; hours from 9 to 11 p.m; entire change of programme every Monday and Thursday from Jan 27 to…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-01-26 - 1909-01-26
Summary:

(No. 2 Zetland Street, Corner of Hoorain-Ali's, near Clock Tower) Tonight and every evening. No artistes but the latest films from London and Paris. Family programme. 9 to 11 p.m. Price details included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-01-28 - 1909-02-04
Summary:

Tonight & every night, Family Programme. No artist but only the latest Pathe Films are shown as in London and Paris. Entire change of programme every Monday and Thursday. These films have never been seen in the East and comprise drama, comedy, burlesque, geography, history, war, journeys on…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-02-18
Summary:

The Alexandra Cinematograph is fast becoming a popular resort for high-class interest and the management is making arrangement for the engagement of two capable artistes and the pictures are all of a good nature.

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

Miss Rosa Barnes, the 'Queen Artiste of the Orient,' is expected to be seen at Alexandra Cinematograph in a day or two. Alexandra Cinematograph has no doubt her appearance will add further to the popularity of an already popular place of amusement.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-03-03 - 1909-03-06
Summary:

(No. 2 Zetland Street) Tonight and every evening. 9 to 11 p.m. Miss Rosa Barnes, the queen artiste of the orient, is coming. Saturday, 6th March, grand matinee for children, special programme. Sunday, 7th March, performance for Chinese. Price and schedule details included.

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

The Alexandra Cinematograph, under its new management, is giving evidence of a spirit of enterprise that is calculated to quickly raise this attractive place of amusement to first place in the affections of the Hongkong public. The Rosa Barnes opening 'Evening at Home' at this theatre…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-04-12
Summary:

Owing to Good Friday, the Alexandra Cinematograph presented the films of the 'Passion Play' to a crowded house. There were no artistes at present at the show. The Chinese branch of the Y.M.C.A. rented the hall in Zetland Street to show the film on Sunday afternoon.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-04-23
Summary:

A special treat will be provided for children of Hongkong at the Alexandra Cinematograph tomorrow afternoon. Miss Rosa Barnes, the popular artist, still continues to draw large audiences.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-05-21 - 1909-05-24
Summary:

Saturday afternoon matinee with artistes for children, at 5. Saturday night: By request, Miss Thorne will sing 'Bonnie Look Lomond' and 'Old Folks at Home.' Empire Day: Two shows 7:45 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. 'Tears of the Empire' and 'Britons Nee'r Will Yield…

13
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-05-22 - 1909-05-24
Summary:

Matinee with artistes for children; Two shows from Miss Thorne. Entire change of Films, excellent pictures; Price details and schedule included

14
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-05-31
Summary:

There was a capital programme on Saturday night at the Alexandra Cinematograph and the various artistes played to a crowded house. Professor Gonzale's fine handling of the violin was a great success and deserved the hearty encores demanded.

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

The management of that popular and up-to-date house of entertainment, the Alexandra Cinematograph, has entered into engagements with La Bella Chiquita and Miss Amity Rits, two artistes whose fame is world-wide.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-08-24
Summary:

Owing to the late arrival by steamer by which the new artistes journeyed, and the fact that one of them had sustained an injury at their last performance, the Alexandra Cinematograph did not open last night as advertised. The show, which promises to be a good one, opens tonight instead.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-08-28
Summary:

The Alexandra Cinematograph, under the original management, provided a bright and pleasing entertainment in the Cinema Theatre, Zetland Street. Good artists have been engaged, including Miss Bessie Young and Miss Dory-ta, and the films were clear and interesting.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-09-04
Summary:

The Alexandra Cinematograph is open nightly. The pictures are excellent, and the two artists add to the attractiveness of the programme. In spite of the hot weather, the hall is made comfortable with the aid of ceiling fans.