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: 1915-12-27 - 1915-12-29
Summary:

On Dec 28, the thrilling drama 'From Circus to Race Course' in 3 parts, the interesting picture; 'The Black Sea Fleet,' Russian bombardment of Turkish Coast Etc; also Pathe's British Gazette and other interesting pictures; on Dec 31, 'The Clue of the Cigar Band,…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1915-12-27 - 1915-12-29
Summary:

The thrilling drama in 3 parts, 'From Circus to Race Course,' on Tuesday, 28th December, 1915. The interesting picture, 'The Black Sea Fleet.' Pathe's British gazette included. Comic and interesting pictures included. 'The Clue of the Cigar Band' and other…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-12-28 - 1915-12-28
Summary:

Films screenings including 'Circus to Race Course' (3 parts) and 'The Black Sea Fleet'; Screening of Pathe's British Gazette; Also comics & interesting pictures; Coming film: 'The Clue of the Cigar Band'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-12-29 - 1915-12-30
Summary:

Films screenings including 'Circus to Race Course' (3 parts) and 'The Black Sea Fleet'; Screening of Pathe's British Gazette; Also comics & interesting pictures; Coming film: 'The Clue of the Cigar Band'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-12-30 - 1915-12-31
Summary:

On Dec 31, the thrilling detective drama 'The Clue of the Cigar Band' in 3 reels; also Pathe's British Gazette and 'The Big 3' (Keystone Comic), come and have a good laugh.

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Headline: Victoria
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-12-30
Summary:

The Victoria Theatre programme for Tuesday, last night and tonight include a new Pathe's Gazette and some war pictures. Other features are one or two good little comics, a beautiful series of views of Genoa, and a dramatic film 'From Circus to Racecourse.' The programme for…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1915-12-30
Summary:

The Victoria Theatre is showing another good all-round programme this week, including Pathe's British Gazette, a series showing the bombardment of the Turkish coast by the Russian Black Sea fleet, some beautiful panoramic views of Genoa, good comics in 'The Riot,' 'The Heart…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-12-30
Summary:

At the Victoria Theatre 'From Circus to Racecourse' is being screened whereas 'The Clue of the Cigar Band' is to be shown on Friday. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1915-12-30 - 1915-12-31
Summary:

The thrilling detective drama in 3 parts, 'The Clue of the Cigar Band,' on 31st December, 1915. Pathe's British gazette included. Keystone comics including 'The Big 3.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-12-31 - 1915-12-31
Summary:

Films screenings including 'The Clue of the Cigar Band' (3 parts) and 'The Big 3' (Keystone comic); Also screening of Pathe's British Gazette

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-01-01 - 1916-01-03
Summary:

Films screenings including 'The Clue of the Cigar Band' (3 parts) and 'The Big 3' (Keystone comic); Also screening of Pathe's British Gazette

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-05-16
Summary:

A speaking cinema film is said to have been invented at last. It was reported that a Swedish engineer, M. Sven [sic] Berglund, has invented a speaking film which ensures simultaneous production of sound and picture. Professor Arrhenius, the famous scientist and Nobel prize-winner, declares that…

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Headline: Warning
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-29 - 1921-07-29
Summary:

Notice is hereby given that the exclusive exhibition rights for China of the Charles Chaplin film called 'The Kid' is the property of the First National Exhibitors Circuit and that these rights have not been sold or leased to any person or firm in China. Proceedings will be taken…

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Headline: Warning
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-02 - 1921-08-17
Summary:

Notice is hereby given that the exclusive exhibition rights for China of the Charles Chaplin film called 'The Kid' is the property of the First National Exhibitors Circuit and that these rights have not been sold or leased to any person or firm in China. Proceedings will be taken…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-10-04
Summary:

According to the writer, Mr. Chaplin does not like being called 'Charlie' – that he prefers to be known as Charles. Besides, he is unquestionably the greatest comedian in the world. Recently, the film 'The Kid' should prove that Mr. Chaplin is both a leading international…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-12 - 1921-12-16
Summary:

The Coronet will show Charlie Chaplin's 'The Kid.' December 12-14 Remarks: It didn't mention the theatre's name.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-12 - 1921-12-12
Summary:

The Kid' is coming!!

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-12
Summary:

Phenomenal business has been experienced by Northern cinemas fortunate enough to secure Charlie Chaplin's wonderful comedy, 'The Kid,' according to reports received locally. In Shanghai, it crowded the Victoria Theatre for two weeks at $2 per seat, and after a further four nights…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-12
Summary:

Reports from the North tell of phenomenal business for the cinemas that have been so fortunate as to secure Charlie Chaplin's wonderful comedy, 'The Kid.' In Shanghai, it crowded the Victoria Theatre for two weeks.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-13 - 1921-12-13
Summary:

Charlie Chaplin's greatest picture, 'The Kid.'