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: 1916-08-16 - 1916-08-19
Summary:

The Golden Sword-Knot': a gripping three-reel romance of continental court life; Pathe's British and French Gazettes; also comic films; gazettes contents included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-04-19 - 1917-04-20
Summary:

On Apr 20, 17th and 18th episodes of Pathe's great serial, 'The Iron Claw'; Pathe's British American and French Gazette; comics: 'His Prehistoric Face' [sic], Chaplin comedy in 2 parts; 'How to Kidnap Daisy,' a scream; from Apr 23-26, special matinees, don…

3
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-04-26 - 1917-04-27
Summary:

On Apr 27, the burning question answered in the unmasking of the Laughing Mask in the final episodes of the 'Iron Claw'; Pathe's British American & French Gazettes, comics and other beautiful films.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-08-30 - 1917-09-01
Summary:

On Aug 31, Pathe's great serial, 7th and 8th episodes of 'The Shielding Shadow,' 'The Awakening' and 'The Haunting Hand'; Pathe's British, French & American Gazettes; comics: Max's 'Marvellous Cure'; on Sept 5, the masterpiece of cinema…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-09-03 - 1917-09-05
Summary:

On Sept 4, Pathe's great film d' art, 'The Double Image' in 4 parts featuring Mdlle Napuskska, a masterpiece of cinema productions; Pathe's British American & French Gazettes and various comics.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-09-06 - 1917-09-08
Summary:

On Sept 7, Pathe's great serial, 9th and 10th episodes of 'The Shielding Shadow,' 'The Incorrigible Captive' and 'The Vanishing Mantle'; Pathe's British French & American Gazettes: The Great War, Portuguese army prepares for war; instructive: '…

7
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-09-10 - 1917-09-12
Summary:

On Sept 11, Pathe's great photoplay 'The Kangaroo' in 5 reels, culled from the well known novel by Judge Harris Dickson; Pathe's British French & American Gazettes; comics: 'Leap Year Lottery Prize' and 'From Altar to Halter.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-09-13 - 1917-09-15
Summary:

On Sept 14, Pathe's great serial, 11th and 12th episodes of 'The Shielding Shadow'; 'Annals of the War'; Pathe's British, American & French Gazettes; comics: 'Court House Crooks' in 2 parts, featuring Ford Sterling.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-09-17 - 1917-09-19
Summary:

On Sept 18, an exciting photoplay 'A Prince of India' in 4 parts; Pathe's British, French, & American Gazettes; comics: 'In Dutch with a Dutchess' and 'Wiffles and the Emperor.'

10
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-09-20 - 1917-09-22
Summary:

On Sept 21, 13th and 14th episodes of Pathe's great serial: 'The Shielding Shadow'; interesting: Harrogate scenic, Pathe color; Pathe's British, French, & American Gazettes; comics: 'Tragedy Played by a Single Actor' and Keystone.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-09-24 - 1917-09-29
Summary:

On Sept 25, Pathe's Gold Rooster play 'Nedra or the White Gods' in 3 parts; interesting: Florence Rose Fashions, Pathe's British, French & American Gazettes; comics: 'That Infernal Pig' [sic] and Keystone.

12
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-10-01 - 1917-10-03
Summary:

On Oct 2, a great novel by Charles Dicken 'The Chimes' in 5 parts; Pathe's British, French & American Gazettes and various comics.

13
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-10-04 - 1917-10-05
Summary:

On Oct 5, Pathe's great photoplay 'The Closing Net' in 4 parts; interesting: Pathe's British, American & French Gazettes; comics: Triangle Keystone in 2 parts, 'Bucking Society.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-10-08 - 1917-10-10
Summary:

On Oct 9, a beautiful drama 'The Shot' in 3 parts, containing many exciting scenes; interesting: Pathe's British, French & American Gazettes; drama 'The Blood of Her Father' in 1 reel; comics: 'Wooing of Aunt Jemima' and 'The Handsomer Man.'

15
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-10-11 - 1917-10-13
Summary:

On Oct 12, Pathe's great photoplay 'The Manor House Mystery' in 3 parts; interesting: Pathe's British, American & French Gazettes; comics: 'Wanted a Husband'; next week, the great serial (Jackie Saunders) in 'The Grip of Evil.'

16
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-05-01 - 1918-05-01
Summary:

From Apr 30 to May 2, a stirring drama in 4 parts, full of interest and emotion featuring the celebrated French actress Mdlle Vera Sergino [sic], 'A Noble Action'; American Gazette No. 46; 'A Brigand Unwittingly'; 'A Professional Amateur.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-02-27 - 1919-03-01
Summary:

Pathe News No. 26. 'The Count of Monte Cristo,' final epoch 'The Punishment.' 'Mrs. Plum's Pudding' featuring Marie Tempest. Freedony and Vaudeville Co. is coming. Booking at Anderson's.

18
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-05-16 - 1924-05-19
Summary:

Commencing May 16th to 19th at 5.15 & 9.15 p.m., Chefalo & Palermo Company, the world's magicians. Also, Metro presents Milton Sills in 'The Forgotten Law.' At 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., a Fox serial, 'The Bride '13',' 1st & 2nd epis. Price details…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-05-16
Summary:

Queen's Theatre will be hosting magicians, Chefalo and Palermo, who will stage their performances on 5:15 and 9:15 today. The Theatre will also screen the Metro picture 'The Forgotten Law' which is based on a story similar to 'Uncle Tom's Cabin.' There is a strong…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-05-17
Summary:

Queen's Theatre will be hosting the magicians, Chefalo and Palermo, today and tomorrow. The Theatre will also be screening 'The Forgotten Law.' 'Bride 13' is the picture for the 2:15 and 7:15 shows.