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: 1912-04-01 - 1912-04-30
Summary:

The latest Gazette and Graphic News of the world every evening at 9.15 p.m.; Viola performance by The Sisters Lilian; 7.15 p.m. pictures only

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-04-12
Summary:

The tuneful singing and artistic dancing of the Sisters Price are charming all audiences at the Bijou Scenic Theatre, and the pictures are as good as ever, with the latest gazette and graphic news of the world a very acceptable leading feature.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-07-19
Summary:

The pictures at the 'Palisade' were excellent and very clear together with the al fresco conditions. The 'Gazette' showing several of the last movements of Lord Kitchener was particularly acceptable.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-05-28
Summary:

The new serial film 'Who's Guilty' is being shown at the Victoria Theatre. During the weekend the first and second episodes have been screened and have proved very popular. The programme also includes some interesting Gazettes.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-06-25
Summary:

Juvenile crime in Britain and Germany has, according to the home papers, been largely on the increase since the war began. As is generally the case, the thefts were undertaken in order to obtain money for entrance to a cinema show. The authority of parents is seldom regarded so far as cinema…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-09-05
Summary:

A sensational four part story 'The Double Image' and the news as seen in the various Gazettes continues to interest everyone at Victoria Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-12-22 - 1917-12-22
Summary:

Screening of 'The Mystery of the Double Cross' (5th & 6th episodes), Gazette and Comics; Coming film: 'Captain Kiddo' featuring Baby Maries Osborne

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-01-12 - 1918-01-12
Summary:

Tonight, see 11th and 12th episodes of 'Mystery of the Double Cross.' Also 'Love's Sacrifice' and 'The Riddle of the Cross.' On the same programme, 'Lonesome Luke, Mechanic' and Gazettes. Matinees with 'Double Cross,' Saturday only. Booking…

9
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-01-25 - 1918-01-26
Summary:

Tonight, the 15th and last episodes of 'The Mystery of the Double Cross,' the mystery fully explained. See who is the masked stranger. Also 'Max Between Two Fires,' a French comedy by Max Linder, played by the author, and 'The Tientsin Flood,' a picture specially…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-04-20 - 1918-04-20
Summary:

Tonight, 'The Fatal Ring' with Pearl White. Also Annals of the War, Gazettes and comics.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-09-06
Summary:

Victoria Theatre patrons were afforded a variation of picture programme by two Manchester Regiment stars Herb Burton and Jack Canavan. It's a comedy programme from a splendid three-part picture featuring Prince, 'Whiffles' Mascot Umbrella.' The Gazette was very interesting.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-09-11
Summary:

Victoria Theatre was well filled as Thurber and Thurber pleased everyone. An excellent selection of pictures completed the programme, including General Allenby's entry into Jerusalem, and Baby Marie Osborne's film and Gazette.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-10-21
Summary:

The appearance of Mr. Wheeler Dryden was well remembered. He gave nice songs and the picture part of the programmes included a five part story 'Little Mary Sunshine' featuring Baby Marie Osborn [sic], a gazette and a funny comic.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-12-04 - 1918-12-06
Summary:

Tonight, showing Paramount feature in 5 parts, 'The Kiss,' featuring the screen stars, Owen Moore and Marguerite Courtot, including Gazette and comics. Today matinee at 5.15 p.m., showing 'The Ragged Earl,' a drama in 5 parts, etc.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-12-07 - 1918-12-10
Summary:

Saturday 7th to Tuesday 10th December, showing 'The Mystery Ship' episodes 13 and 14, including Gazette and comics. Monday 9th December, special matinee at 5.15 p.m., showing 'Robinson Crusoe,' film story in 4 parts. Wednesday 11th December, see Blanche Sweet in 'Sowers…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-12-11 - 1918-12-13
Summary:

11th, 12th and 13th, showing Paramount feature in 5 parts, 'The Sowers,' featuring the screen star Blanche Sweet, including Gazette and comics. Thursday 12th matinee at 5.15 p.m., showing 'The Birth of a Man,' a drama in 5 parts.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-12-14 - 1918-12-17
Summary:

Saturday 14th to Tuesday 17th December, showing 15th and 16th episodes, 'The Mystery Ship,' including Gazette and comics. Tuesday 17th matinee at 5.15 p.m., showing 'The Star of Bethlehem.' Wednesday, 18th December, see Blanche Sweet in 'The Clue.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-12-18 - 1918-12-19
Summary:

18th, 19th and 20th December, showing Paramount feature in 5 parts, see Blanche Sweet in 'The Clue,' including Gazette and comics. Thursday 19th, matinee at 5.15 p.m., showing 'The Last Man,' a drama in 5 parts, etc.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-12-20 - 1918-12-21
Summary:

Tonight, showing Paramount feature in 5 parts, see Blanche Sweet in 'The Clue,' including Gazette and comics.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-12-23 - 1918-12-23
Summary:

Tonight, showing the final episodes of 'The Mystery Ship,' including Gazette and Comics. Today matinee at 5.15 p.m., by special request, repeating 'The Kiss,' a Paramount feature in 5 parts.