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: 1916-05-23
Summary:

Up to the 25th inst. Pathe's most beautiful coloured picture in four parts, entitled 'The beloved Vagabond,' adapted from the famous work of William J. Locke, will be screened at the Victoria Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-05-24
Summary:

His Excellency the Governor and a party of ten attended the Victoria Theatre. Performance by the Humphrey Bishop Company, Miss Nora Noon and Mr. Stanley Vilven. 'The Beloved Vagabond' and two of Pathe's Gazettes on the screen were thoroughly enjoyed.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-05-26
Summary:

The large audience at the Victoria Theatre thoroughly enjoyed the programme. The Humphrey Bishop Company and Miss Sybil Keymer were well appreciated. 'The Beloved Vagabond' was well screened.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-10-26
Summary:

Mr J. J. Blake, the manager of that Victoria Theatre, informs us that great care has been taken in the choice of productions for the winter season. Great variety of films were obtained, including 'The Grip of Evil,' with Jack Saunders, 'The Fatal Ring' featuring Pearl White…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-11-06
Summary:

The Light That Failed' is the first Rudyard Kipling work to be produced as a motion picture played by a well-known cast. Directed by Edward Jose, and played by Robert Edeson, Claude Fleming, Jose Collins and Lillian Tucker. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-11-08
Summary:

The Light that Failed,' produced as a Pathe Gold Rooster Play, is to be presented at the Victoria Theatre tomorrow, the cast includes Claude Fleming, Jose Collins, Lilian Tucket, and Robert Edeson. The picture should be a big drawing due to the author and the cast's popularity. Mr.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-01-29
Summary:

One of the principal pictures at the Victoria Theatre this week was 'The Beloved Vagabond.' There was also showing 'Him and the Others,' featuring Harold Lloyd. A comedy, 'Mama's Boy' also proved a great attraction. It is with regret that we notice the rapid…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-12
Summary:

So many people visited the Victoria Theatre during this week to see a film version of a book by a British author, Rudyard Kipling, 'The Light That Failed.' Film review included. People also do not appear to be taking full advantage of the Season Tickets which are still obtainable at…