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: 1918-06-06 - 1918-06-06
Summary:

Tonight, a complete change of programme: all-comedy night. Bell's Vaudeville in new songs and dances. Also Max Linder, Wiffles and Lonesome Luke. Booking at Anderson's.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-01-09 - 1919-01-11
Summary:

Tonight, January 9th, 10th, 11th and 12th, American Gazette No. 19; 'The Count of Monte Cristo,' the one film all are going to see; 'The House of Terrible Scandals.' Thursday matinee 9th January, 'Boy Scouts Be Prepared' in 8 parts. Sunday matinee 12th January,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-01-09 - 1919-01-09
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., 'The Count of Monte Cristo,' first epoch, 'Edmond Dantes.' Booking open at Anderson's for all the epochs.

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Headline: The Victoria
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-01-09
Summary:

The Victoria Theatre had a great selection of pictures, including 'The Official Boy Scout,' Alexandre Duma's well-known book 'The Count of Monte Chirsto [sic].'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-01-14
Summary:

A fine film 'Thou shalt Not Covet' is now screening at the Victoria Theatre. It is written by James Oliver Curwood. The Keystone Comedy with Fatty in the leading role is indeed very funny. The 2nd episode of 'The Count of Monte Cristo' will be screened on Thursday.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-01-16 - 1919-01-18
Summary:

January 16th, 17th, 18th and 19th, 9.15 p.m. performance, American Gazette No. 20; 'The Count of Monte Cristo,' 2nd epoch entitled 'The Treasure of Monte Cristo'; 'Billie Joins the Navy.' Booking at Anderson's.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-01-21
Summary:

The Victoria is showing a beautiful film 'Marble Heart' featuring King Baggot in five parts. The 3rd episode of 'The Count of Monte Cristo' will be screened and some extra pictures will be given at matinees.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-01-23 - 1919-01-26
Summary:

23rd, 24th, 25th and 26th January, 9.15 p.m., Annals of the War No. 57; 'The Count of Monte Cristo,' 3rd epoch, 'The Philanthropist'; 'Wilful Wallops for Wealth.' Matinees, every Wednesday and Thursday 5.15 p.m., Saturday 2.15 p.m. and 5 p.m. and Sunday 6 p.m.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-01-30 - 1919-01-31
Summary:

30th, 31st January, 1st and 2nd February, 9.15 p.m., American Gazette No. 23; 'The Count of Monte Cristo,' 4th epoch, 'Sinbad the Sailor'; 'The Busy Bell Boy'; Manila string band will be in attendance on Saturday the 1st, February at 9.15 p.m. Matinees, every…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-02-06 - 1919-02-08
Summary:

6th, 7th, 8th and 9th February at 9.15 p.m., Annals of the War No. 59; 'The Count of Monte Cristo,' epoch 5; 'Dimple Auto Salesman.' Manila string band will be in attendance on Saturday, the 8th February at 9.15 p.m. Matinees, every Wednesday and Thursday at 5.15 p.m.,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-02-13 - 1919-02-15
Summary:

13th, 14th, 15th and 16th February at 9.15 p.m., American Gazette No. 24; 'The Count of Monte Cristo,' epoch 6; Cottrell Brothers' eccentric acrobats, Miss Sophie Cottrell in songs and dances. Matinee Sunday 16th, February at 6 p.m., 'The Man Inside,' presenting Edwin…

12
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-02-13 - 1919-02-13
Summary:

For one week only, tonight, the famous Cottrell's Troupe, clever acrobatic stunts, dances and songs. The most exceptional act ever presented in vaudeville. Also 'The Count of Monte Cristo,' epoch 6.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-02-20 - 1919-02-22
Summary:

19th, 20th, 21st and 22nd February at 9.15 p.m., 'The Count of Monte Cristo,' epoch 7; 'A Wiffles Family Intrigue,' two parts of undiluted mirth, well shaken up. Rack week, 24th, 25th and 26th February, Pathe presents Baby Marie Osborne in 'A Daughter of the West.'…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-02-28 - 1919-03-01
Summary:

28th February, 1st and 2nd March at 9.15 p.m., Pathe News No. 28 and 'The Count of Monte Cristo,' final epoch. Matinee Sunday, 2nd March at 6 p.m., 'Mrs. Plum's Pudding' featuring Marie Tempest. Coming, Fredony and Vaudeville Co. Booking at Anderson's.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-20 - 1919-06-20
Summary:

Those who love children and wish to witness versatile acting by little folks should see (tonight) 'Cupid by Proxy' with Baby Marie Osborne in title role. Matinee, Saturday 2.15 and 5 p.m., 'Hands Up' episodes 11 and 12, and a most laughable Harold Lloyd comedy.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-23 - 1919-06-25
Summary:

Tonight, more thrilling episodes of 'Hands Up,' episodes 13 and 14. Also beautiful scenic and a side-splitting Harold Lloyd comedy. Wednesday matinee, Baby Marie Osborne in 'Cupid by Proxy.' Miss Faye in Eastern dance and new songs. Booking at Anderson's.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-08-11 - 1919-08-11
Summary:

Tonight's programme, 'The Candy Girl,' a sweet picture featuring Miss Gladys Hulette. Also string band from S. S. Colombia, a Harold Lloyd comedy and 'Surrender of German Warships.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-08-25 - 1919-08-25
Summary:

Pearl White in 'The Lightning Raider.' It is one of the biggest pictures Pathe's ever produced, featuring Pearl White. You must not blame us if you don't succeed in securing seats on Thursday day; you should book straight away at Anderson's or be early at the Theatre.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-08-26 - 1919-08-26
Summary:

Will be presented a superlative serial, 'The Lightning Raider' with Pearl White, the idol of all picture lovers, in the principal role. It is a beautiful film in every respect and Pathe's most supreme effort. Don't wait till Thursday for getting a seat. Ensure against…

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Headline: The Victoria
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-08-28 - 1919-08-28
Summary:

It is too important to be forgotten. Tonight the Victoria Theatre management are screening Pearl White in 'The Lightning Raider.' It is a superlative Pathe's serial and the best that Pearl White, the queen of the screen, has ever taken part in. Tonight you will see one of the most…