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: 1916-06-16
Summary:

England's National Theatre, Drury Lane, is occupied by the cinematograph. The War Office recognized the cinematograph and allowed it to visit the seat of war. The earnings of English film actors in America can indicate the size and resources of the film business. With its scope, the dignity…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-10-03 - 1917-10-03
Summary:

Showing of 'Divorce', 'After Many Years' and Comics: Coming film 'Purple Mask'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-10-04 - 1917-10-05
Summary:

Tonight: Showing of 'Divorce', 'After Many Years' and comics; Coming film: 'Purple Mask'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-10-05 - 1917-10-05
Summary:

The great Universal mystery serial 'The Purple Mask' consisting of 32 parts, featuring Luille Love & Hugo Loubeque. The 1st & 2nd episodes to be shown on 6th October.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-10-06 - 1917-10-06
Summary:

Commencing 6th Oct.: Showing 'The Purple Mask' (1st & 2nd episodes) and various comic films; Special Matinee at 5 p.m.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-10-06 - 1917-10-06
Summary:

The great Universal mystery serial 'The Purple Mask' consisting of 32 parts, featuring Luille Love & Hugo Loubeque. The 1st & 2nd episodes to be shown Tonight.

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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-10-06 - 1917-10-08
Summary:

Screening of 'Barcelona and Its Mysteries' (6th episode) and 'The Revengling Dentist'; Coming film: 'Gloria's Romance'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-10-06
Summary:

A new mystery serial 'The Purple Mask' commences at the Hongkong Theatre tonight consisting 16 episodes.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-10-08 - 1917-10-08
Summary:

Tonight: Showing 'The Purple Mask' (1st & 2nd episodes) and various comic films; Special Matinee at 5 p.m.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-10-09 - 1917-10-09
Summary:

Tonight: Showing 'The Purple Mask' (1st & 2nd episodes) and various comic films

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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-10-09 - 1917-10-09
Summary:

Screening of 'Arrah Na Poque', 'Flying Fortune', 'The Revenging Dentist'; Coming film: 'Gloria's Romance'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-10-10 - 1917-10-10
Summary:

Screening of 'For the Mastery of the World' and 'Turned Adrift' for 3 days; Coming film: 'The Purple Mask'

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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-10-10 - 1917-10-12
Summary:

Screening of 'The Boer War' and Keystone Comedies: 'Rebecca's Wedding Day' and 'Love in Armor'; Coming film: 'Gloria's Romance'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-10-13 - 1917-10-13
Summary:

Commencing Saturday, 13th Oct.: Showing of 'The Purple Mask' (3rd & 4th episodes) and Keystone Comics; Coming film: 'Gipsy's Love'

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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-10-13 - 1917-10-16
Summary:

Screening of 'The Beggar Prince', Comedies: 'Wiffles' Nose' and 'The 1000 Franc Banknote'; Coming film: 'Gloria's Romance' featuring Miss Billie Burke

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-10-15 - 1917-10-16
Summary:

Tonight: Showing of 'The Purple Mask' (3rd & 4th episodes) and Keystone Comics; Coming film: 'Gipsy's Love'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-10-17 - 1917-10-17
Summary:

Screening of 'Gipsy's Love' and Keystone Comics for 2 days; Coming film: 'The Purple Mask'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-10-18 - 1917-10-18
Summary:

Screening of 'Gipsy's Love' and Keystone Comics; Coming film: 'The Purple Mask'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-10-19 - 1917-10-19
Summary:

Tonight: Showing of 'Gipsy's Love' and Keystone Comics; Coming film: 'The Purple Mask'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-10-20 - 1917-10-20
Summary:

Commencing Saturday, 20th Oct.: Showing of 'The Purple Mask' and Keystone Comics