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: 1914-05-18
Summary:

The Three Mile Limit' screened at the Bijou is an attractive film. The Gibson girls are as lively and as much appreciated as ever. Further episodes in the fortunes of the one and only 'Max' and of his brother mirth maker, 'Wiffles,' together with the latest one and…

2
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-03-05
Summary:

The Victoria's programmes are profiting by the new contract with Messrs. Pathe. The Wiffles film which was shown on Tuesday, Wednesday and last night was good. The War pictures are better than ever, and the long film 'The Crime for Love' is good too. Tonight a new Max Linder…

3
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-03-08
Summary:

Last night, a Filipino band performed at the Victoria. The war pictures were interesting and instructive. The long film 'Contrasts' and a Max Linder film were screened.

4
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-04-17
Summary:

The war pictures screened at the Victoria last night were interesting. There was a funny Vitagraph picture, but the most popular item was the Max Linder film. The features of next week's show will be a series of Sherlock Holmes pictures.

5
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-07-24
Summary:

A special picture show and instrumental concert on behalf of the Kwangtung Flood Relief Fund attracted a lot of audiences. Socieda [sic] Philarmonie, the joint bands under Professor Gonzalez, and Sir Edward Elgar performed. The cinematograph show included two splendid sets of recent war pictures…

6
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-09-21
Summary:

The weekend programme at the Victoria Theatre, which has been received by its many patrons, has consisted of Parts 3 and 4 of 'Lucille Love,' some first-class war pictures, and 'My Cousin, You Know.' The new programme which begins tonight includes Parts 5 and 6 of '…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-01-17
Summary:

There was a well-filled house at the Victoria Theatre last night and a very attractive series of pictures was screened. A new Max Linder film, 'Tiny Tim and the Cherries,' the new Pathe Gazette containing some war pictures, and the five-part drama 'The Masked Amazon' were…

8
Headline: Victoria
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-01-31
Summary:

In point of plot and of acting 'The Sin of Jean Perlot' is one of the greatest successes Messrs Pathe have achieved. Other items include Pathe's British Gazette, the French Troops in Alsace, some comics and an American drama entitled 'The Heart of Maggie Malone.'…

9
Headline: Victoria
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-08-14
Summary:

There has been quite a Number One show at the Victoria Theatre over the weekend, and good houses have been the rule. 'Mabelle and Kitty' are maintaining their popularity and are giving some excellent songs and dances. 'The Phantom of His Love,' the Pathe Gazette and the war…

10
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-08-15
Summary:

The special programme at the Victoria Theatre last night, which included a splendid list of musical numbers by the Band of the 18th Infantry, attracted a large house. The pictures were all comedy and included an excellent three-part Max Linder film.

11
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-01-25
Summary:

The current programme at the Victoria contains abundance of interesting matter. There are two fresh episodes of the serial 'Greed,' a Pathe Gazette, a splendid Max Linder picture and a variety of comics. Tomorrow, night there will be a change of programme.

12
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…

13
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-02-05 - 1918-02-06
Summary:

9.15 pm performance from Feb 6-7, 7th and 8th episodes of 'The Great Secret,' 'The Yellow Claw' & 'A Clew from the Klondike'; Pathe's American Gazette and various comics; look out for the opening date of 'The Fatal Ring' featuring Pearl White.

14
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-02-07 - 1918-02-07
Summary:

On Feb 8, Pathe's great Gold Rooster film 'When Baby Forgot' in 5 parts, featuring Baby Marie Osborne; Pathe's American Gazette, 'Matrimonial Economy' and 'A Flock Skeleton' [sic]; watch for the opening date of the latest serial of 'The Fatal Ring,…

15
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-02-08 - 1918-02-09
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 pm, Pathe's Gold Rooster play 'When Baby Forgot' in 5 parts, featuring the little favourite Baby Marie Osborne; a screaming comedy 'Luke Messenger' [sic] in 2 parts; Pathe's American Gazette; look out for the opening date of 'The Fatal Ring…

16
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-02-12 - 1918-02-14
Summary:

From Feb 12-14, tonight at 9.15 pm, the great Pathe's Gold Rooster play in 'The Hunting of the Hawk' in 5 parts; Pathe's American Gazette, full of news that will interest you; and a screaming comedy 'A Poet and His Lady Loves' in 2 parts; watch for the opening date…

17
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-02-15 - 1918-02-16
Summary:

From Feb 15-18, 9.15 pm performance, a thrilling Pathe drama 'The Tramp' in 3 parts, those who saw Henry Krauss in the 'Miserables' [sic] will remember his brilliant acting, and appreciate him still more in this new role; Pathe's American Gazette and various comics;…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-02-18 - 1918-02-20
Summary:

From Feb 19-21, do not miss the continuation of 'The Great Secret' (9th and 10th episodes), 'Cupid's Puzzle' and 'The Woman and the Game'; Pathe's Gazette (as lively and interesting as ever) and various comics; watch for the opening date of the romantic…

19
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-02-22 - 1918-02-23
Summary:

From Feb 22-25, a great Gold Rooster play 'Miss Nobody' in 5 parts, featuring Gladys Hulette; Pathe's Gazette and splendid comedy; watch for the opening date of 'The Fatal Ring' with Pearl White.

20
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-02-25 - 1918-02-27
Summary:

From Feb 26-28, tonight at 9.15 pm, 11th and 12th episodes of 'The Great Secret,' entitled 'A Shot in the Dark' and 'Caught in the Web'; Pathe's American Gazette and various comics; watch for the opening date of 'The Fatal Ring' with 'Pearl White…