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: 1917-10-25
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: 1917-10-26
Summary:

Mr J. J. Blake, the manager of that Victoria Theatre, informs us that great care has been taken in the choice of productions for the winter season. Great variety of films were obtained, including 'The Grip of Evil,' with Jack Saunders, 'The Fatal Ring' featuring Pearl White…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-06-24 - 1918-06-29
Summary:

Week ending July 1: on Mon, 'Judex?' & Empire Day in Shanghai; on Tue & Wed, Gladys Hulette in 'The Last of the Carnabys'; on Thu, Fri & Sat, 'The Seven Peals' episodes 5 & 6; on Sun & Mon, 'Judex?' episodes 2 & 3.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-06-24 - 1918-06-29
Summary:

Week ending, Monday, July 1st. Monday, 'Judex' and 'Empire Day in Shanghai.' Tuesday and Wednesday, Gladys Hulette in 'The Last of the Carnabys.' Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 'The Seven Pearls' episodes 5 and 6. Sunday and Monday, 'Judex'…

5
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-06-26
Summary:

The chief feature of Victoria Theatre last night was the very fine five-part film 'The Last of the Carnaby's' [sic].Miss Gladys Hulette is the star figure of the film. Other features of the programme were a very interesting American Gazette and a picture of the Empire Day…

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Headline: The Victoria
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-03-24 - 1920-03-27
Summary:

Séance of the celebrated telespathist Eugene de Rubini (the man with the Six Senses). At 7.15p.m., George B. Sitz [sic] in 'Bound and Gagged' episode 7 'A Fatal Error' and episode 8 'Arrested.' March 27 remarks: The Bros. Graydon in their new songs. The Moscow…

7
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-03-26 - 1920-03-20
Summary:

Tonight, the brother Grayton in their new songs. George B. Seitz and Margurite Curtot [sic] in 'Bound and Gagged' episodes 7 and 8. March 27 Remarks: Matinee tomorrow at 6 p.m., Gladys Hulette in 'The Last of the Carnbys [sic].'

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Headline: The Victoria
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-03-27 - 1920-03-27
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 p.m., the Bros. Graydon in their new songs, and 'Bound and Gagged,' episodes 7 and 8. At 9.15 p.m., the Moscow Tziganes. Also 'Bound and Gagged,' episodes 7 and 8. Matinee, tomorrow at 6 p.m., Gladys Hulette in 'The Last of the Carnabys.'

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-12-12 - 1922-12-12
Summary:

Commencing Wednesday, 13th instant, Max Linder in 'Seven Years Bad Luck.' Also 'The Leather Pushers,' Universal-Jewel-Collier's series by H. C. Witwer, featuring Reginald Denny. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-12-13 - 1922-12-16
Summary:

Thursday to Saturday, 14th to 16th Dec., at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Max Linder in 'Seven Years Bad Luck,' in 5 parts. Also, Round one of 'The Leather Pusher.' December 13 Remarks: At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., William Russell in 'Challenge of the Law,' 5 parts. December 14-16…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-12-13
Summary:

Seven Years Bad Luck,' a Robertson-Cole production featuring Max Linder, will be shown at the World Theatre from today till Saturday. Another special feature in the programme at the World Theatre is 'The Leather Pushers' written by H. C. Witwer. Film synopsis included.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-12-13 - 1922-12-14
Summary:

From tonight till Saturday night, Max Linder in 'Seven Years Bad Luck.' Also 'The Leather Pusher' [sic], featuring Reginald Denny and directed by Harry Pollard. Booking at the Theatre.

13
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-12-13 - 1922-12-13
Summary:

Wednesday to Saturday 13th to 16th December. 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Max Linder in 'Seven Years Bad Luck' in 5 parts. Also round one 'The Leather Pusher [sic].' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., William Russell in 'Challenge of the Law.' Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-12-14 - 1922-12-16
Summary:

Thursday to Saturday, 14th to 16th December, 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Max Linder in 'Seven Years Bad Luck' in 5 parts. Also round one, 'The Leather Pushers.' Prices of admission. 9.15 p.m. show $1.20 and 80 cents; 5.15 p.m. matinee, 70 cents and 50 cents. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Ruth…

15
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-02-14
Summary:

Frank Mayo, and his supporting players were in the screen drama entitled 'Dr. Jim' which will be shown at the World Theatre this weekend. The film directed by William Worthington, written by Eugene B. Lewis based on the original story of Stuart Paton. Other than this, the programme…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-02-15
Summary:

A Universal special 'Dr. Jim,' in which Frank Mayo and Herbert Heyes take the leading roles, will be shown at the World Theatre from this evening to Saturday next. The supporting members of the cast include Claire Windsor. Screen Magazine will give some very interesting scenes and…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-03-08
18
Headline: At the World
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-06-20 - 1923-06-20
Summary:

From Thursday the 21st, Round 7 of The New 'Leather Pushers' with Reginald Denny.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-06-20
Summary:

At the World Theatre 'The New Leather Pushers [sic]' will be shown on Thursday, the 21st inst. In this, Kid Roberts is seen winning new fistic laurels in his battle for fame, wealth and the one girl. As in the other stories of this series, Reginald Denny, popular virile Universal…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-06-21
Summary:

The Leather Pushers,' a Universal Jewel Colliers production starring Reginald Denny is being shown at the World Theatre.