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: 1918-10-31 - 1918-11-02
Summary:

October 31 - November 2. Performance. The final episode of 'The Hidden Hand.' The great new 2-part comedy 'Max in a Taxi.' Booking at Anderson's. November 2 remarks: 'Les Aldo-pini' with complete change of programme.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-10-31 - 1918-10-31
Summary:

October 31st, 9.15 p.m. performance, the final episode of 'The Hidden Hand.' Also the great new 2-part comedy, 'Max in a Taxi,' etc. Booking at Anderson's.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-10-31
Summary:

The Victoria Theatre popular entertainment hall has a most attractive programme for tonight, tomorrow, and Saturday. Those who have been following the 'The Hidden Hand' will now be able to see the final episodes. Then there is a two-part comedy picture, 'Max in a Taxi,' while…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-11-01 - 1918-11-02
Summary:

November 1st and 2nd, 9.15 performance, the final episode of 'The Hidden Hand.' Also the great new 2-part comedy, 'Max in a Taxi' and Les Aldo-Pini, with change of programme. Booking at Anderson's. November 1 Remarks: Another ad. on page 10. Showing also American Gazette…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-11-01
Summary:

Last night, at the Victoria Theatre, the last episode of 'The Hidden Hand' was screened. A film which is attractive because of its beautiful Egyptian setting is 'Cupid v. Woman's Rights.' Besides the British and American Gazettes, the programme includes 'Max in a…

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

One of the latest Max Linder pictures 'Max in a Taxi' will be the special feature at the Victoria Theatre. A paramount feature 'The Dupe' in five parts will be screened at the Hongkong Theatre at the Matinee this afternoon. An attractive film 'The daughter of Eve'…

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Headline: Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-03-10 - 1919-03-12
Summary:

All comedy programme! Charlie Chaplin in 'Shanghaied,' Max Linder in 'Max in a Taxi,' Harold Lloyd in 'Bliss,' and 'Get-Rich-Quick Wallingford.' Booking at Robinson's.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-03-10 - 1919-03-12
Summary:

March 10th, 11th and 12th, all comedy programme, Charlie Chaplin in 'Shanghaied,' Max Linder in 'Max in a Taxi' and Harold Lloyd in 'Bliss.' Also 'Get-Rich-Quick Wallingford.' Booking at Robinson's.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-03-10 - 1919-03-12
Summary:

March 10, 11 and 12, all comedy programme. Charlie Chaplin in 'Shanghaied,' Max Linder in 'Max in a Taxi,' Harold Lloyd in 'Bliss' and 'Get-Rich-Quick Wallingford.' Booking at Robinson's.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-03-11
Summary:

Despite the many other attractions, the novel advertising methods employed by the Coronet Theatre were rewarded yesterday by two very satisfactory houses. The programme included Harold Lloyd's 'Bliss,' Max Linder's 'Max in a Taxi' with Rufus Wallingford and Charlie…

11
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-11-24 - 1920-11-26
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Metro presents Viola Dana in 'Satan Junior' and 'Max in a Taxi.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-11-24 - 1920-11-26
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15, Metro presents Viola Dana in 'Satan Junior.' Also 'Max in a Taxi.'

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-12-12 - 1922-12-12
Summary:

Commencing Wednesday, 13th instant, Max Linder in 'Seven Years Bad Luck.' Also 'The Leather Pushers,' Universal-Jewel-Collier's series by H. C. Witwer, featuring Reginald Denny. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-12-13 - 1922-12-16
Summary:

Thursday to Saturday, 14th to 16th Dec., at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Max Linder in 'Seven Years Bad Luck,' in 5 parts. Also, Round one of 'The Leather Pusher.' December 13 Remarks: At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., William Russell in 'Challenge of the Law,' 5 parts. December 14-16…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-12-13
Summary:

Seven Years Bad Luck,' a Robertson-Cole production featuring Max Linder, will be shown at the World Theatre from today till Saturday. Another special feature in the programme at the World Theatre is 'The Leather Pushers' written by H. C. Witwer. Film synopsis included.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-12-13 - 1922-12-14
Summary:

From tonight till Saturday night, Max Linder in 'Seven Years Bad Luck.' Also 'The Leather Pusher' [sic], featuring Reginald Denny and directed by Harry Pollard. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-12-13 - 1922-12-13
Summary:

Wednesday to Saturday 13th to 16th December. 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Max Linder in 'Seven Years Bad Luck' in 5 parts. Also round one 'The Leather Pusher [sic].' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., William Russell in 'Challenge of the Law.' Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-12-14 - 1922-12-16
Summary:

Thursday to Saturday, 14th to 16th December, 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Max Linder in 'Seven Years Bad Luck' in 5 parts. Also round one, 'The Leather Pushers.' Prices of admission. 9.15 p.m. show $1.20 and 80 cents; 5.15 p.m. matinee, 70 cents and 50 cents. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Ruth…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-02-14
Summary:

Frank Mayo, and his supporting players were in the screen drama entitled 'Dr. Jim' which will be shown at the World Theatre this weekend. The film directed by William Worthington, written by Eugene B. Lewis based on the original story of Stuart Paton. Other than this, the programme…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-02-15
Summary:

A Universal special 'Dr. Jim,' in which Frank Mayo and Herbert Heyes take the leading roles, will be shown at the World Theatre from this evening to Saturday next. The supporting members of the cast include Claire Windsor. Screen Magazine will give some very interesting scenes and…