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: 1915-06-07 - 1915-06-09
Summary:

On June 8, the thrilling detective dramas, 'Harry the Swell' and 'On the Santa F. E. Trail'; latest gazettes; comic, interesting & historical pictures; On June 11, 7th & 8th episodes of the 'Perils of Pauline.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-08-09 - 1915-08-10
Summary:

On Aug 10, a powerful drama 'Everyone His Own Destiny' in 3 parts, 'Wiffles Has Two Engagements'; Gazettes and Keystone Comics.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1915-10-04 - 1915-10-06
Summary:

The thirteenth and fourteenth episodes of 'Lucille Love' on Tuesday, 5th October, 1915. The detective serial in 2 parts, 'Wild West' with Nick Winter. Gazette with Serbian Army included. Comics 'Wheelbarrow Race' is shown.

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Headline: Palisade
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1916-08-04 - 1916-08-07
Summary:

(Out-of-door pictures, location near post office, Kowloon) Change of programme in weekend. The picture 'The Last Dance' in 4 parts. 'The Panama Canal' is released. Picture including 'Harry's Gazette' and 'Muggins V.C. in India.' Drama including '…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-08-05 - 1916-08-05
Summary:

Change of programme: the thrilling picture 'The Last Dance' in 4 parts, a story of Bohemian life; second series of 'Panama Canal,' illustrating the wonderful machinery and methods used in conquering nature 'Harry's Gazette' (interesting); 'Huggins V. C. in…

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Headline: Victoria
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-08-28
Summary:

The Victoria Theatre, on Friday, screened a war play of unusual interest: 'The Menace,' which is not only staged and mounted in the Film d'Art Company's best manner, but which unfolds a most strikingly ingenious plot. There was also a new Gazette, equal is point of quality to…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-04-21
Summary:

There was an over flowing house at the Victoria Theatre last night, when two excellent Gazettes were shown. Other items on the programme were further instalments of the sensational serial 'The Iron Claw' and some American comic pictures.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-04-25
Summary:

There was a good attendance at the Victoria Theatre last night when the first two episodes of the new serial 'Adventures of J. Rufus Wallingford' were shown. These pictures are considerably above the level of the ordinary American serial, and should be seen. The current programme also…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-05-12
Summary:

There was a good attendance at the Victoria Theatre last night, and an excellent programme was provided. There was a new Gazette, full of interesting matter, and another good feature was 'The Fatal Pie' — some very clever cartoon work by the American Caricaturist. The three-part Pathe…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-05-28
Summary:

The new serial film 'Who's Guilty' is being shown at the Victoria Theatre. During the weekend the first and second episodes have been screened and have proved very popular. The programme also includes some interesting Gazettes.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-09-05
Summary:

A sensational four part story 'The Double Image' and the news as seen in the various Gazettes continues to interest everyone at Victoria Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-10-25
Summary:

A statement about the winter season of Victoria Theatre has been made by Mr. J. J. Blake, the manager. Concerning serial pictures were so much appreciated by cinema-goers, Mr. Blake has arranged to screen first 'The Grip of Evil,' with Jackie Saunders in the leading role. Other serials…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-12-22 - 1917-12-22
Summary:

Screening of 'The Mystery of the Double Cross' (5th & 6th episodes), Gazette and Comics; Coming film: 'Captain Kiddo' featuring Baby Maries Osborne

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-01-12 - 1918-01-12
Summary:

Tonight, see 11th and 12th episodes of 'Mystery of the Double Cross.' Also 'Love's Sacrifice' and 'The Riddle of the Cross.' On the same programme, 'Lonesome Luke, Mechanic' and Gazettes. Matinees with 'Double Cross,' Saturday only. Booking…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-01-25 - 1918-01-26
Summary:

Tonight, the 15th and last episodes of 'The Mystery of the Double Cross,' the mystery fully explained. See who is the masked stranger. Also 'Max Between Two Fires,' a French comedy by Max Linder, played by the author, and 'The Tientsin Flood,' a picture specially…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-04-20 - 1918-04-20
Summary:

Tonight, 'The Fatal Ring' with Pearl White. Also Annals of the War, Gazettes and comics.

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Headline: Notice
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-06-17 - 1918-06-19
Summary:

The management of the Victoria Theatre begs to announce several important changes in their weekly time table: 1. the weekly 5-part film will be shown o Tue and Wed for 2 nights only; 2. the 'Seven Pearls' will be shown on Thu and Fri and Sat; the great new serial attraction 'Judex…

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Headline: Notice
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-06-18 - 1918-06-19
Summary:

The Management of the Victoria Theatre beg to announce several important changes in their weekly timetable: 1. The weekly 5-part film will be shown on Tuesday and Wednesday, two nights only; 2. 'The Seven Pearls' will be shown on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays; 3. The great new…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-06-21
Summary:

The management of the Victoria Theatre has made changes in their weekly time table. The matinee programmes will contain items of the same night's performances. A serial film 'Judex' will start on Sunday next.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-06-22 - 1918-06-22
Summary:

From June 23-24, 2 splendid attractions, Gaumont's great serial 'Judex?', a drama of love, mystery and romance in 12 episodes, a powerful story, perfect filming and acting, a mystery to solve; Empire Day in Shanghai.