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: 1913-08-23 - 1913-08-25
Summary:

Change of programme for 23rd, 24th and 25th Aug, the following magnificent pictures will be screened: the dramatic film 'The Power of Love' (in three parts), the comic pictures, 'To Save Her Mistress,' 'A School Romance,' 'Hello Central,' 'Wiffles…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-01-09 - 1917-01-10
Summary:

On Jan 8, the magnificent photoplay serial in 20 episodes: 1st and 2nd episodes of 'The Greed'; 'The Boob's Racing Career'; 'Winter Sports; Sleighing, Etc.'; Pathe's British Gazette; on Jan 12, 3rd and 4th episodes of 'Iron Claw.'

3
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-01-15 - 1917-01-17
Summary:

On Jan 16, 3rd and 4th episodes of 'The Greed,' all should see this beautiful photoplay; interesting: Pathe's British Gazette, 'Making a Great Newspapar'; comic: 'Mother in Law's Return,' 'Home Breaking Hound' (Keystone), and 'Mary Jane Does…

4
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-01-22 - 1917-01-24
Summary:

On Jan 23, 5th and 6th episodes of 'The Greed,' a magnificent photoplay; Pathe's Gazette; comic and interesting films.

5
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-01-29 - 1917-01-30
Summary:

On Jan 29, 7th and 8th episodes of 'The Greed'; 'The Great War'; Pathe's British Gazette; 'Customs of the Anamese'; comics: 'The Bear Skin [sic]'; 'A Vague Suspicion'; on Feb 1, the magnificent drama 'The Daughter of the People' in…

6
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-01-31 - 1917-02-01
Summary:

On Jan 29, 7th and 8th episodes of 'Greed'; 'The Great War'; Pathe's British Gazette; 'Customs of the Anamese'; comics: 'The Bearskin' and 'A Vague Suspicion'; on Feb 1, the magnificent drama 'The Daughter of the People' in 5 parts…

7
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-02-05 - 1917-02-07
Summary:

On Feb 6, the magnificent photoplay 'Greed,' 9th and 10th episodes; Pathe's British Gazette and various comic films; on Feb 8 and for one night only, the magnificent war drama 'Business as Usual' in 3 parts.

8
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-02-12 - 1917-02-13
Summary:

On Feb 13, the magnificent photoplay, 11th and 12th episodes of 'Greed'; Pathe's Gazette and various comics.

9
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-02-20 - 1917-02-21
Summary:

On Feb 20, 13th and 14th episodes of 'Greed'; on Feb 22, 'Father John' in 3 parts; on Feb 23, 'Via Wireless.'

10
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-03-05 - 1917-03-07
Summary:

On Mar 6, 17th and 18th episodes of 'Greed'; 'The Great War' and various comics; on Mar 8, 2nd episode of 'Two Little Vagabonds.'

11
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-03-12 - 1917-03-14
Summary:

On Mar 15, the final episode of 'Greed'; 'Pathe's Gazette,' 'War Pictures'; comics: Chaplin, & Keystone; on Mar 16, 'Salombo,' sequel to 'Quo Vadis,' don't miss this great film.

12
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-05-12 - 1919-05-14
Summary:

House Peters in 'The Hand of Peril' in 5 parts and various comics. Matinee, 'Just Jim' featuring Harley [sic] D. Carey. Ruth Roland in a Pathe cyclonic serial 'Hands Up.' Booking at Anderson's.

13
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-05-15 - 1919-05-17
Summary:

Beautiful Ruth Roland in a new Pathe serial 'Hands Up.' A Beautiful Heroine, 'The Phantom Riders,' 'The Bride of the Sun.' Don't Miss the opening episodes. May 15-17 remarks: Matinee, 'Colorado,' a dramatic masterpiece featuring Hobart Bosworth.…

14
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-05-19 - 1919-05-24
Summary:

The Biggest Attraction on the screen today is Charlie Chaplin in his first million dollar comedy 'A Dog's Life.' Toto in 'Nipped in the Bud.' Mrs. Vernon Castle in 'Mark of Cain.' Booking at Anderson's. May 22 remarks: Harold Lloyd in 'Bride and Gloom…

15
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-05-29 - 1919-05-31
Summary:

Ruth Roland in 'Hands Up,' episode 5, 'The Runaway Bride' and episode 6, 'Flames of Vengeance.' May 29 remarks: A fine comedy 'Battle Royal.' By special request, Charlie Chaplin in 'A Dog's Life.' Booking at Anderson's.

16
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-06-05 - 1919-06-10
Summary:

Hands Up,' episode 7 'Tossed into the Torrent,' episode 8 'The Fatal Jewels.' Performance by Phyllis Faye, the best known and young Australian star in catchy songs. Harold Lloyd in 'Why Pick on Me?' Matinee: 'The Kidnapped Heiress' and Keystone comics…

17
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-06-11 - 1919-06-14
Summary:

Don't forget tomorrow night 'Moral Suicide.' It was written and produced by Ivan Abramson, the author responsible for such successes as 'Enlighten Thy Daughter,' 'Forbidden Fruits' and 'Sons of the Parents' [sic], etc. Jun 12 remarks: Matinee: '…

18
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-06-11 - 1919-06-11
Summary:

Miss Faye in Fire dance and songs. 'Hands Up,' episode 9 and 10. Also 'Great Water Peril'. Matinee: String band, 'Streets of Illusion' and 'The Silent Bell.'

19
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-06-17 - 1919-06-18
Summary:

New episodes of 'Hands Up,' 'Stranger from the Sea' and 'The Silver Book.' 'Arizona,' a beautiful scenic, a revelation of the beauty of the country. 'Nothing but Trouble,' always a success with Harold Lloyd. Matinee: 'Moral Suicide.'…

20
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-06-19 - 1919-06-24
Summary:

Tonight, 'Cupid by Proxy' with Baby Marie Osborne in title role. A musical treat by Italian artistes. Matinee: 'The Education of Mr. Pipp' (Five parts) Miss Faye in an acrobatic dance and newest songs. June 20 remarks: 'Hands Up' episode 11 and 12. A most laughable…