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: 1913-08-23 - 1913-08-25
Summary:

Change of programme for 23rd, 24th and 25th Aug, the following magnificent pictures will be screened: the dramatic film 'The Power of Love' (in three parts), the comic pictures, 'To Save Her Mistress,' 'A School Romance,' 'Hello Central,' 'Wiffles…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-05-12 - 1919-05-14
Summary:

House Peters in 'The Hand of Peril' in 5 parts and various comics. Matinee, 'Just Jim' featuring Harley [sic] D. Carey. Ruth Roland in a Pathe cyclonic serial 'Hands Up.' Booking at Anderson's.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-05-12 - 1919-05-14
Summary:

May 12, 13 and 14, 9.15 p.m., House Peters in 'The Hand of Peril' in 5 parts, and various Comics. Matinee Thursday, May 15th at 5.15 p.m., Just Jim featuring Harry D. Carey. Remember Thursday, May 15th, Ruth Roland in a Pathe Cyclonic Serial, 'Hands Up.' Booking at Anderson…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-05-15 - 1919-05-17
Summary:

Beautiful Ruth Roland in a new Pathe serial 'Hands Up.' A Beautiful Heroine, 'The Phantom Riders,' 'The Bride of the Sun.' Don't Miss the opening episodes. May 15-17 remarks: Matinee, 'Colorado,' a dramatic masterpiece featuring Hobart Bosworth.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-05-15 - 1919-05-17
Summary:

Tonight 9.15 p.m., Pathe presents Ruth Roland in the cyclonic western motion picture serial packed full of daring adventures and heart-stirring romance, 'Hands Up.' Matinee Sunday, May 18th at 6 p.m., 'Colorado,' a dramatic masterpiece featuring Hobart Bosworth and all-star…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-05-19 - 1919-05-24
Summary:

The Biggest Attraction on the screen today is Charlie Chaplin in his first million dollar comedy 'A Dog's Life.' Toto in 'Nipped in the Bud.' Mrs. Vernon Castle in 'Mark of Cain.' Booking at Anderson's. May 22 remarks: Harold Lloyd in 'Bride and Gloom…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-05-29 - 1919-05-31
Summary:

Ruth Roland in 'Hands Up,' episode 5, 'The Runaway Bride' and episode 6, 'Flames of Vengeance.' May 29 remarks: A fine comedy 'Battle Royal.' By special request, Charlie Chaplin in 'A Dog's Life.' Booking at Anderson's.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-05-29 - 1919-05-30
Summary:

Tonight, Ruth Roland in 'Hands Up,' episode 5: 'The Runaway Bride,' and episode 6: 'Flames of Vengeance.' Booking at Anderson's.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-05-29 - 1919-05-31
Summary:

Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 9.15 p.m., 'Hands Up,' episode 5 and 6, Runaway Bride and Flames of Vengeance. Repatriation of Enemy Subjects from Shanghai. A fine comedy 'Battle Royal.' Wednesday, matinee at 5.15 p.m., also on Sunday, matinee 6 p.m., by special…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-06-05 - 1919-06-10
Summary:

Hands Up,' episode 7 'Tossed into the Torrent,' episode 8 'The Fatal Jewels.' Performance by Phyllis Faye, the best known and young Australian star in catchy songs. Harold Lloyd in 'Why Pick on Me?' Matinee: 'The Kidnapped Heiress' and Keystone comics…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-05 - 1919-06-07
Summary:

For four nights' season, commencing tonight, Thursday, June 5th, 'Hands Up,' episode 7: 'Tossed Into the Torrent,' and episode 8: 'The Fatal Jewels.' Miss Phyllis Faye, the best known and youngest Australia's star in catchy songs and latest fancy dancings…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-09 - 1919-06-10
Summary:

Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, a three-day treat, 'Hands Up,' episode 9: 'Leap Through Space,' and episode 10: 'Sun Message.' Toto comedy, 'Great Water Peril.' Tonight matinee at 5 p.m., 'The Desert Man.' Booking at Anderson's.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-06-11 - 1919-06-14
Summary:

Don't forget tomorrow night 'Moral Suicide.' It was written and produced by Ivan Abramson, the author responsible for such successes as 'Enlighten Thy Daughter,' 'Forbidden Fruits' and 'Sons of the Parents' [sic], etc. Jun 12 remarks: Matinee: '…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-06-11 - 1919-06-11
Summary:

Miss Faye in Fire dance and songs. 'Hands Up,' episode 9 and 10. Also 'Great Water Peril'. Matinee: String band, 'Streets of Illusion' and 'The Silent Bell.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-11 - 1919-06-11
Summary:

Wednesday's bill (9.15 p.m.), Miss Faye in fire dance and songs. 'Hands Up' episode 9 and 10. 'Great Water Peril.' Wednesday matinee, String Band and 'Streets of Illusion.' Thursday matinee, Miss Faye in fire dance and new songs, also 'The Silent Bell.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-12 - 1919-06-14
Summary:

Tonight is a gala night at the Victoria, 'Moral Suicide,' the film that will keep you thinking and talking. Be in your seats before 'house full' goes up. Saturday, matinee at 3.15 and 5 p.m., 'Hands Up,' episode 9 and 10. Prices as usual. June 13-14 Remarks: '…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-16 - 1919-06-18
Summary:

New episodes of 'Hands Up,' 'Stranger from the Sea' and 'The Silver Book.' 'Arizona,' a beautiful scenic, a revelation of the beauty of that country. 'Nothing But Trouble,' always a success with Harold Lloyd, the inimitable comedian. Tonight,…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-06-17 - 1919-06-18
Summary:

New episodes of 'Hands Up,' 'Stranger from the Sea' and 'The Silver Book.' 'Arizona,' a beautiful scenic, a revelation of the beauty of the country. 'Nothing but Trouble,' always a success with Harold Lloyd. Matinee: 'Moral Suicide.'…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-06-19 - 1919-06-24
Summary:

Tonight, 'Cupid by Proxy' with Baby Marie Osborne in title role. A musical treat by Italian artistes. Matinee: 'The Education of Mr. Pipp' (Five parts) Miss Faye in an acrobatic dance and newest songs. June 20 remarks: 'Hands Up' episode 11 and 12. A most laughable…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-06-23 - 1919-06-24
Summary:

Tonight, the most thrilling episodes of 'Hands Up': episode 13, 'The Third and Last Warning' and episode 14, 'The Oracle's Decree.' A beautiful and a side splitting Harold Lloyd comedy. Matinee: Baby Marie Osborne in 'Cupid by Proxy.' Miss Faye in…