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: 1915-12-06 - 1915-12-07
Summary:

On Dec 7, another enormous programme, two thrilling dramas: 'The Voice within' in 2 parts, and 'The Avenger' in 3 parts; also the great comedy 'Wiffles in the Riviera' in 2 parts, a scream from beginning to end; Pathe's British Gazette.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-12-06 - 1915-12-06
Summary:

Films screenings including 'The Voice Within' (2 parts), 'The Avenger' (3 parts) and 'Wiffles in the Riviers' (2 parts); Screening of Pathe's Latest Gazette

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1915-12-06 - 1915-12-07
Summary:

Two thrilling dramas, 'The Voice Within' (2 parts) and 'The Avenger' (3 parts), on Tuesday, 7th December, 1915. The comedy, 'Wiffle in the Riviera' (2 parts). Pathe's gazette included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-12-07 - 1915-12-07
Summary:

Films screenings including 'The Voice Within' (2 parts), 'The Avenger' (3 parts) and 'Wiffles in the Riviers' (2 parts); Screening of Pathe's Latest Gazette

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Headline: Victoria
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-12-08
Summary:

Wiffles on the Rivera,' 'The Voice Within,' 'The Avenger' and Pathe's Gazette containing some new war pictures were shown last night at the Victoria. Tonight, tomorrow and Friday, 'Indian Wars Refought' will be screened. Special native war dances and songs…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-05-30 - 1917-06-01
Summary:

From May 30 to June 1, showing two powerful dramas, 'The Avenger' in 3 parts; and 'A Smouldering Spark' in 2 parts.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-05-30 - 1917-05-30
Summary:

Screening of 'Avenger' and 'Smouldering Spark' for 4 nights

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-05-31 - 1917-06-01
Summary:

Tonight: Screening of 'Avenger' and 'Smouldering Spark' for 4 nights

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-16
Summary:

The famous Griffith picture 'Way Down East' was surrendered this month to Mr. George Mooser, representative of the United Artists Corporation. It marked the first victory of the United Artists Corporation in the fight being waged against motion picture film piracy. For background…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-12-22
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-12-29
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-01-25
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-04-20 - 1923-04-21
Summary:

And power was given to them over the fourth part of the earth, to kill with sword, and with the hunger, and with the beasts of the earth.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-04-21 - 1923-04-21
Summary:

Teaser ads for the film 'The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse.' Remarks: The ads didn't mention the theatre's name, surmised from other ads.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-04-24 - 1923-04-24
Summary:

Behold, a white horse; and he that sat on him had a bow; and a crown was given unto him; and he went forth conquering and to conquer.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-04-25 - 1923-04-25
Summary:

And there went out another horse that was red; and power was given to him that sat thereon to take peace from the earth, and that they should kill one another; and there was given unto him a great sword.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-04-26 - 1923-04-26
Summary:

Lo, a black horse: and he that sat on him had a pair of balances in his hand.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-04-27 - 1923-04-27
Summary:

Behold a pale horse; and his name that sat on him was death, and hell followed with him. And power was given unto them over the fourth part of the earth, to kill with sword, and with hunger, and with death, and with the beasts of the earth.