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: 1912-04-12
Summary:

The tuneful singing and artistic dancing of the Sisters Price are charming all audiences at the Bijou Scenic Theatre, and the pictures are as good as ever, with the latest gazette and graphic news of the world a very acceptable leading feature.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-07-19
Summary:

The pictures at the 'Palisade' were excellent and very clear together with the al fresco conditions. The 'Gazette' showing several of the last movements of Lord Kitchener was particularly acceptable.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-05-28
Summary:

The new serial film 'Who's Guilty' is being shown at the Victoria Theatre. During the weekend the first and second episodes have been screened and have proved very popular. The programme also includes some interesting Gazettes.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-09-05
Summary:

A sensational four part story 'The Double Image' and the news as seen in the various Gazettes continues to interest everyone at Victoria Theatre.

5
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-12-04
Summary:

A new serial film 'The Mystery of the Double Cross' will be commenced at the Victoria Theatre on Friday next. 'The Fatal Ring' featuring Miss Pearl White and 'Kick in, Kick in' are hoped to be secured next.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-12-05
Summary:

A new serial star, Mollie King, will make her appearance on the screen in 'The Mystery of the Double Cross.' It's based on the original story by Gilson Willetts. William Parke was demanded to direct this serial for the Pathe Company. Also supported by Leon Bary. Film synopsis…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-12-13
Summary:

Molly King is a fine cook in making candy and she was successful starring in Pathe's serial 'Mystery of the Double Cross,' which is shown at the Victoria Theatre. Some of the recipes included.

8
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-12-14
Summary:

Splendid pictures 'The Grip of Evil' and 'The Double Cross' with Miss Molly King and Mr. J. Bary, will be shown at the Victoria Theatre. Hongkong Theatre will show 'The Secret of the Submarine.' New dramas and other exceptional pictures will also be screened during…

9
Headline: The Victoria
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-01-16
Summary:

A magnificent serial picture 'The Double Cross' attracted crowds of people. The War pictures being shown are very interesting.

10
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-01-21
Summary:

The last episode of the serial film 'The Mystery of the Double Cross' will be shown. The third and fourth episodes of 'The Great Secret' will conclude tonight. The war pictures are continuing to attract the public.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-04-23
Summary:

Blind Man's Luck' featuring Mollie King, the star from 'The Mystery of the Double Cross,' a thrilling Pathe Gold Rooster play, as good as 'The Hunting of the Hawk,' will be screened at the Victoria Theatre. It has a mysterious plot, a good, exciting story of…

12
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-04-24
Summary:

Blind Man's Luck' featuring Mollie King, the star from 'The Mystery of the Double Cross,' was screened at the Victoria Theatre last night.

13
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-06-03
Summary:

The new Pathe serial 'The Seven Pearls' to be screened at the Victoria Theatre is a thrilling one. Artistes contributed to the success of the picture, apart from the interesting story of the serials. The story was written by Chas. W. Goddard, who wrote 'The Perils of Pauline…

14
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-09-06
Summary:

Victoria Theatre patrons were afforded a variation of picture programme by two Manchester Regiment stars Herb Burton and Jack Canavan. It's a comedy programme from a splendid three-part picture featuring Prince, 'Whiffles' Mascot Umbrella.' The Gazette was very interesting.…

15
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-09-11
Summary:

Victoria Theatre was well filled as Thurber and Thurber pleased everyone. An excellent selection of pictures completed the programme, including General Allenby's entry into Jerusalem, and Baby Marie Osborne's film and Gazette.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-10-21
Summary:

The appearance of Mr. Wheeler Dryden was well remembered. He gave nice songs and the picture part of the programmes included a five part story 'Little Mary Sunshine' featuring Baby Marie Osborn [sic], a gazette and a funny comic.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-11-15
Summary:

Pathe's new serial picture 'The House of Hate' is popular than the last few continued stories of 'The Exploits of Elaine,' 'The Iron Claw,' 'The Red Circle,' 'The Mystery of the Double Cross,' 'The Fatal Ring' and 'The Seven…

18
Headline: Get Rich Quick
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-03-08
Summary:

To the editor of the S.C.M. Post – The writer have made arrangements with the proprietor of the Coronet Theatre for the use of his hall twice nightly for about half an hour, when as a relief from the unending round of Gazettes, Dramas and Comedies that are shown there.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-08-14
Summary:

The Victoria Theatre is about to put on a stupendous serial; but as they are already engaged in screening 'The Bull's Eye,' the management is desirous of speeding it up so as to get the new picture. Tonight a new programme is billed with the star picture, 'Hinton's…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-04-20
Summary:

A Day's Pleasure,' and 'Upstairs' is funning in the enjoyable programme at the Coronet. Film reviews included. In addition, Georges Carpentier illustrates in 'The Gazette' his knockout blow to Beckett. The programme will be repeated tonight.