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: 1920-05-01
Summary:

Since the old Victoria Theatre was closed down owing to the expiration of the lease, the shortage of cinema houses in Hongkong has been felt, and the news that a new picture house is to be opened will be welcomed by the majority of cinema-goers. Some enterprising gentlemen have succeeded in…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-05-21
Summary:

The New Victoria Cinema Theatre continues to draw packed houses every night. The theatre, which has been liberally patronized by Europeans since the demolition of the old Victoria, has excellent accommodation. Last night's programme, which is to be repeated tonight, comprised the seventh…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-06-29 - 1920-07-01
Summary:

Pathe presents Pearl White in 'The Black Secret.' On Friday, July 2, 1920 at 7.15 and 9.15 performance.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-07-02 - 1920-07-12
Summary:

Pathe presents Pearl White in 'The Black Secret.' Tonight at 7.15 and 9.15 performances.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-07-05
Summary:

A new arrangement had been made due to bad weather by the new Victoria Theatre. With Miss Pearl White is the attraction and the first two episodes of 'Black Secret' will be shown.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-07-12 - 1920-07-12
Summary:

7.30 and 9.30, 'The Red Glove' episodes 15 and 16. Also 'The Silent Mystery' episode 1 and Christie comedy.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-07-13 - 1920-07-16
Summary:

The Red Glove,' episodes 17 and 18. Also comedies.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-07-13 - 1920-07-15
Summary:

Tonight, commencing 13th July, Pathe's famous serial, Ruth Roland in 'Tiger's Trail' episodes 1 and 2. Also 'The Black Secret' 5th and 6th episodes on 16th instant. Matinee Wednesday, 3 p.m.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-07-16 - 1920-07-19
Summary:

Tonight, for 4 nights only, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Pathe presents Pearl White in 'The Black Secret' 5th and 6th episodes. Also Harold Lloyd comedy. Matinee Saturday, 17th 3 p.m. Price very moderate.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-07-17 - 1920-07-17
Summary:

At 3, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'The Silent Mystery' episodes 2 and 3, and comedies.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-07-20 - 1920-07-22
Summary:

The new picture house. If you have not been go and see whether it is perfectly clean, cool and sanitary. For 20th, 21st and 22nd, July at 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Pathe presents Pearl White in 'The Black Secret' episode 7 and Ruth Roland in 'The Tiger's Trail' episodes 3 and…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-07-23 - 1920-07-26
Summary:

The coolest and attractive house for entertainment in town. For 23rd, 24th, 25th and 26th July, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m. nightly, Pathe presents Pearl White in 'The Black Secret' episode 8 and 9. Also Pathe News and Harold Lloyd comic. Matinee Saturday, 24th at 3 p.m., 'The Black Secret…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-07-27 - 1920-07-31
Summary:

The coolest picture house in summer. 27th,28th and 29th July, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m. nightly, Pathe presents Pearl White in 'The Black Secret' episode 10 and Ruth Roland in 'The Tiger's Trail' episodes 5 and 6. Also Harold Lloyd comic. Matinee Saturday, Wednesday at 3 p.m.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-07-12 - 1921-07-14
Summary:

Thursday 14th, grand free opening day, at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., an all-comedy programme will be introduced. See the 'Bonds of Love.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-07-19 - 1921-07-21
Summary:

Tuesday to Thursday at 5.15 p.m. and 9.15 p.m., Theda Bara in 'The Devil's Daughter' in 5 parts. Also Pathe's News and Comedies. At 2.15, 5.15 and 7.15 p.m. only, The Great Bracken's in their sensational wire and wonderful juggling acts. Popular prices: 9.15 p.m., $1.00…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-08-08 - 1921-08-11
Summary:

Tuesday 9th to Thursday 11th August, 9.15 p.m., 'The Vengeance of the Wild' [sic] starring Charles Wheelock and Loraine [sic] Otto. Pathe's Gazette and Romeo and Juliet comedy. 5.15 p.m., 'To Honor and Obey.' 2.15 and 7.15 p.m., 13 and 14 episodes of 'Moon Riders…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-09 - 1921-08-11
Summary:

Tuesday, 9th to Thursday, 11th August at 9.15 p.m., the wonderful dramatic production, 'The Vengeance of the Wilds' starring Charles Wheelock and Lorraine Otto. Also Pathe Gazette and Romeo and Juliet Comedy. 5.15 p.m., 'To Honor and Obey.' 2.15 and 7.15 p.m., 'The Moon…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-08-23 - 1921-08-25
Summary:

Tuesday 23rd to Thursday 25th August, 9.15 p.m., Charles Ray in 'The Hired Man,' a Paramount star attraction in 5 acts. Paramount Magazine and Mack Sennet [sic] comedies. Special matinee for children, 5.15 p.m. Thursday, the 25th, 4th and 5th episodes of 'Vanishing Trails.' 2…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-09-06 - 1921-09-08
Summary:

Tuesday, 6th to Thursday, 8th September, at 9.15 p.m., Triangle Film Corporation presents Margaret [sic] Blanche in 'A Place in the Sun,' Pathe's News & Comedies. Matinee programmes: 5.15 p.m. on Tuesday & Wednesday, 'Desert Gold,' on Thursday, 'Vanishing…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-06 - 1921-09-08
Summary:

Tuesday, 6th to Thursday, 8th September at 9.15 p.m., Triangle Film Corp. presents Margaret [sic] Blanche in 'A Place in the Sun.' Also Pathe's News and Comedies. Matinee programmes: Tuesday and Wednesday, 'Desert Gold'; Thursday at 5.15 p.m., 'Vanishing Trails…