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: 1916-11-09
Summary:

A verdict of 'Death from misadventure' was returned at the inquest on Edith Louise Koester, 35, formerly a film actress who was found dead in bed at her rooms in Guilford-street Russell square. She was accustomed to takimg vernal to overcome insomnia, and a quantity of the drug was…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-11-20 - 1917-11-20
Summary:

Mr. L. Mario Rodriguez will present Mlle. Marie Louise Sterlicg from the Grand Opera House, Paris, for one week only

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-11-21 - 1917-11-21
Summary:

today: Mr. L. Mario Rodriguez will present Mlle. Marie Louise Sterlicg from the Grand Opera House, Paris, for one week only

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-11-22 - 1917-11-22
Summary:

Tonight: Mr. L. Mario Rodriguez will present Mlle. Marie Louise Sterlicg from the Grand Opera House, Paris, for one week only

5
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-11-22 - 1917-11-24
Summary:

On Nov 23, last two nights of the famous star artiste Marie Louise Sterling; Pathe's great photoplay, 'Sunshine & Gold' in 5 parts, featuring Baby Marie Osborne; interesting: 'Annals of the War'; instructive: 'Lion Cubs' and 'How Jim Won His Valentine…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-11-22
Summary:

Mlle. Marie Louise Sterling, whom the programme announced as having been a premiere dance use at the Grand Opera House, Paris, was the principal attention at the Victoria Theatre last night, when she commenced a four nights' engagement. There was a fairly large audience. The pictures shown…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-11-22
Summary:

At the Victoria Theatre, Mlle. Marie Louise Sterlicg made her first appearance last evening. The classical dances were especially enjoyed.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-11-23 - 1917-11-23
Summary:

Last two nights of Mlle. Marie Louise Sterlicg; Screening of Pathe's 'Sunshine & Gold' featuring Baby Marie Osborne, 'Annals of the War', 'Lion Cubs' and 'How Jim Won His Valentine' (comic)

9
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-11-24
Summary:

Mlle. Marie Louise Sterling continues her season at the Victoria Theatre, and the opportunity of seeing this talented classical dancer should not be missed. In addition to this attraction, the Victoria is showing a special Golden Rooster film, entitled 'Sunshine and Gold.' This picture…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-11-24
Summary:

Mlle. Marie Louise Sterlicg gave further dances at the Victoria Theatre. The chief item of the pictures was 'Sunshine and Gold,' starring Baby Marie Osborne. Other films were 'Annals of the War' and 'How Jim won his Valentine.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-11-26
Summary:

A splendid programme has been arranged by the management of Victoria Theatre for the grand concert to be given there in aid of Heather Day Fund. Dance performance by Mlle. Louise Sterling. Booking at the Anderson Music Co.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-11-27
Summary:

A successful concert was held at the Victoria Theatre last evening. New items were provided by Mr. White and Mr. Adams. A new comedy song was sung and singers were greatly applauded. Performances by Mlle. Louise Sterling, Pipers McEwen, McGregor, Jack Straw.

13
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-04-17 - 1918-04-19
Summary:

17th, 18th and 19th April, screening 'Jewel,' a most beautiful story, complete in seven parts, featuring Ella Hall the darling of the films, written and produced from the novel by Clara Louise Burnham. Also comics. Saturday, 20th April, see 7th and 8th episodes of 'The Red Ace.…

14
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-08-07
Summary:

The new programme which the Victoria Theatre management put on last night, and which will be continued for two nights longer, was of a most varied and attractive character. Its main feature was the four-part film, 'The Song of Fire,' which is splendidly acted and most elaborately set.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-02-12 - 1919-02-12
Summary:

A short while ago we introduced to you a new Fox Star – George Walsh – and everything that we said about him fourteen crowded houses corroborated. Tomorrow we shall show upon the screen at the Coronet another actor of eminence, but of an entirely different style – William S. Hart – in a…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-02-12 - 1919-02-14
Summary:

Tonight, showing 10th to 19th episodes of 'The Voice on the Wire.' Friday 14th, matinee at 5.15 p.m., showing 'A Winter's Tale,' a drama in 4 parts. Saturday 15th, see Louise Huff in 'Destiny's Toy.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-02-15 - 1919-02-17
Summary:

February 15, 16, 17 and 18, showing a Paramount feature in 5 parts, Louise Huff in 'Destiny's Toy,' also Gazette and Comics. Tuesday 18th, matinee at 5.15 p.m., showing 'The Daughter of MacGregor,' a beautiful Paramount photoplay in 5 parts.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-02-17 - 1919-02-18
Summary:

Tonight, showing Paramount feature in 5 parts, Louise Huff in 'Destiny's Toy,' including Gazette and comics. Tuesday 18th, matinee 5.15 p.m., showing 'The Daughter of MacGregor,' a beautiful Paramount photoplay in 5 parts.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-03-04 - 1919-03-06
Summary:

March 5, 6 and 7, showing beautiful Paramount Star (5 parts), Louise Huff in 'Reward of Patience.' Also Gazette and Comics. Friday 7th, Matinee at 5.15 p.m., showing 'Chains,' a drama in 5 parts. Saturday 8th, 5th and 6th episodes of 'A Lass of the Lumberlands.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-03-05 - 1919-03-07
Summary:

5th, 6th and 7th March, showing the beautiful Paramount star in 5 parts, Louise Huff in 'Reward of Patience,' including Gazette and comics. Friday 7th, matinee at 5.15 p.m., showing 'Chains,' drama in 5 parts. Saturday 8th March, 5th and 6th episodes of 'A Lass of the…