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: 1917-08-03 - 1917-08-04
Summary:

On Aug 4, the great reproduction of Eugene Sue's novel, 'The Wandering Jew' in 6 parts; Pathe's Gazettes and various comics; on Aug 7, 'The Range of London,' 'A Message from Mars'; on Aug 10, 'The Shielding Shadow.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-08-06 - 1917-08-08
Summary:

On Aug 7, 'A Message from Mars' in 4 parts, featuring the celebrated artist Mr. Charles Hawtrey, the picture was The Range of London and ran for 12 weeks; Pathe's British Gazettes and various comics; on Aug 10, 'The Shielding Shadow.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-08-08
Summary:

Victoria Theatre will commence to screen a mystery film 'The Shielding Shadow' on Friday. In the past, Pathe's serial 'Elaine,' 'Red Circle,' 'The Perils of Pauline' and 'The Iron Claw' were very successful. This is the latest Pathe mystery…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-08-09 - 1917-08-11
Summary:

On Aug 10, an astounding weekend programme, 1st and 2nd episodes of Pathe's greatest serial, 'The Shielding Shadow,' 'Treasure Trove' and 'Into the Depths'; Pathe's American Gazette; comics: 'Luke & the Mermaids,' 'The Leading Lady…

5
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-08-10 - 1917-08-10
Summary:

The Shielding Shadow,' the most amazing serial of wonder and mystery ever produced, featuring Grace Darmond, Leon Bary and Ralph Kellard; it is the first release on Pathe's new five million dollar serial programme and is now showing in all the leading halls in London with enormous…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-08-13 - 1917-08-15
Summary:

On Aug 14, the great historical film 'Cabiria' in 2 parts, the second half of this film will be exhibited on Au 21; Pathe's Gazettes and comics; 3rd and 4th episodes of the 'Shielding Shadow' in Aug 17.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-08-16 - 1917-08-18
Summary:

On Aug 17, Pathe's great serial, 3rd and 4th episodes of 'The Shielding Shadow,' 'You Deserted Me' and 'The Survivors'; Pathe's Gazettes and various comics; on Aug 21, final half of 'Cabiria.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-08-20 - 1917-08-22
Summary:

On Aug 21, the 2nd half of the great historical film 'Cabiria' in 6 parts; Pathe's Gazettes and comics; in Aug 24, the 5th and 6th episodes of 'The Shielding Shadow.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-08-23 - 1917-08-25
Summary:

On Aug 24, the wonder serial of the world in 15 episodes each two reels, showing 5th and 6th episodes of 'The Shielding Shadow,' 'Through Bolted Doors' and 'The Disappearing Prisoner'; Pathe's British Gazette and 'Pathe's American Gazette,'…

10
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-08-27 - 1917-08-29
Summary:

On Aug 28, Pathe's gold rooster play 'At Bay' in 5 parts, featuring Florence Reed, supported by Frank Sheridan & others; Pathe's British & American Gazettes and various comics; on Aug 31, 7th and 8th episodes of 'The Shielding Shadow.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-08-30 - 1917-09-01
Summary:

On Aug 31, Pathe's great serial, 7th and 8th episodes of 'The Shielding Shadow,' 'The Awakening' and 'The Haunting Hand'; Pathe's British, French & American Gazettes; comics: Max's 'Marvellous Cure'; on Sept 5, the masterpiece of cinema…

12
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-09-06 - 1917-09-08
Summary:

On Sept 7, Pathe's great serial, 9th and 10th episodes of 'The Shielding Shadow,' 'The Incorrigible Captive' and 'The Vanishing Mantle'; Pathe's British French & American Gazettes: The Great War, Portuguese army prepares for war; instructive: '…

13
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-09-13 - 1917-09-15
Summary:

On Sept 14, Pathe's great serial, 11th and 12th episodes of 'The Shielding Shadow'; 'Annals of the War'; Pathe's British, American & French Gazettes; comics: 'Court House Crooks' in 2 parts, featuring Ford Sterling.

14
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-09-20 - 1917-09-22
Summary:

On Sept 21, 13th and 14th episodes of Pathe's great serial: 'The Shielding Shadow'; interesting: Harrogate scenic, Pathe color; Pathe's British, French, & American Gazettes; comics: 'Tragedy Played by a Single Actor' and Keystone.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-11-22
Summary:

Today, for the last time, Coronet Theatre will be screening 'Garrison's Finish,' the exciting drama featuring Jack Pickford. Tomorrow, the theatre will be screening 'Cinderella's Twin' starring Viola Dana. The Coronet Theatre has announced the screening of D.W.…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-11-23 - 1923-11-24
Summary:

The Coronet: Tonight till Sunday at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15, Viola Dana in 'Cinderella's Twin,' Larry Semon in 'Dewdrop Inn.' Coming: 'Orphans of the Storm.' The Star: Today at 5.30 & 9.15, Hoot Gibson in 'Dead Game.' The Grand: No public…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-11-24
Summary:

Coronet Theatre will be screening 'Cinderella's Twin' featuring Viola Dana, for the last time today. Next week, 'Orphans of the Storm' D.W. Griffith's masterpiece is to be presented with a special musical setting.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-11-27 - 1923-12-06
Summary:

Orphans of the Storm.' Illustration included. December 6 Remarks: Last chance of seeing D. W. Griffith's 'Orphans of the Storm' tonight at 5.15 & 9.15 p.m. at the Coronet.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-11-27 - 1923-11-27
Summary:

The Coronet: Tonight at 2.30, 5.15 & 9.15 p.m., D. W. Griffith presents Lilian [sic] & Dorothy Gish in 'Orphans of the Storm.' The Star: Mary Pickford in 'Through the Back Door,' and Shanghai Regatta. The Grand: Today, Harold Lloyd in 'Doctor Jack.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-11-27
Summary:

Coronet Theatre will be screening a United Artists Corporation release, entitled 'Orphans of the Storm.' The D.W. Griffith directed film features Monte Blue, Miss Lillian and Miss Dorothy Gish. The film is an adaptation of Kate Claxton's 'The Two Orphans' and exhibits…