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: 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.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-05-12 - 1919-05-14
Summary:

May 12th, 13th and 14th at 9.15 p.m., House Peters in 'The Hand of Peril' in 5 parts. And various comics. Matinee: Thursday May 15th at 5.15 p.m., 'Just Jim' featuring Harry D. Carey. Remember Thursday. May 15th, Ruth Roland in a Pathe cyclonic serial 'Hands Up.'…

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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.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-05-15 - 1919-05-17
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., Pathe presents Ruth Roland in 'Hands Up.' Matinee Sunday, May 18th at 6 p.m., 'Colorado,' a dramatic masterpiece, featuring Hobart Bosworth and an all-star cast in 5 acts. Booking at Anderson's.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-05-15 - 1919-05-17
Summary:

Tonight, the great serial of all times, 'Hands Up,' who is the Phantom Rider who lurks in the background and shields this beautiful heroine from death and disaster? See the first installment of this Pathe serial, with the beautiful star Ruth Roland. Illustration included.

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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…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-05-22 - 1919-05-24
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., Charlie Chaplin in 'A Dog's Life.' Also Harold Lloyd in 'Bride and Groom' [sic] and 'Hands Up' episode 4. Booking at Anderson's. May 24 Remarks: Today's matinee at 2.15 and 5.15 p.m., 'Hands Up' episodes 3 and 4.

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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.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-05-29 - 1919-05-30
Summary:

Tonight, Ruth Roland in 'Hands Up,' episodes 5 and 6. Booking at Anderson's.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-05-29 - 1919-05-31
Summary:

Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 9.15 p.m., 'Hands Up,' episodes 5 and 6. Also a fine comedy, 'Battle Royal.' Sunday matinee at 6 p.m., by special request Charlie Chaplin in 'A Dog's Life.' Prices as usual. Booking at Anderson's.

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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…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-05 - 1919-06-07
Summary:

Programme for four nights season, commencing tonight (Thursday), June 5th, 'Hands Up,' episodes 7 and 8. Also Miss Phyllis Faye, the best known and youngest Australian star in catchy songs and latest fancy dancing. Also Harold Lloyd in 'Why Pick On Me?' Sunday matinee, 8th…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-09 - 1919-06-09
Summary:

Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, a three-day treat, 'Hands Up' episodes 9 and 10. Also Toto comedy, 'Great Water Peril.' Tonight, matinee at 5 p.m., 'The Desert Man.' String band tonight.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-10 - 1919-06-10
Summary:

By special request, Miss Faye in fire dance and new songs. Also 'Hands Up,' a long and hearty programme. The string band from the Empress of Asia will play.

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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: '…

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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.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-11 - 1919-06-11
Summary:

Wednesday bill (9.15 p.m.), Miss Faye in fire dance and songs. Also 'Hands Up,' episodes 9 and 10 and 'Great Water Peril.' Wednesday matinee, string band and 'Streets of Illusion.' Thursday matinee, Miss Faye in fire dance and new songs, also 'The Silent Bell…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-12 - 1919-06-13
Summary:

Tonight is a gala night at the Victoria, 'Moral Suicide,' the film that will keep you thinking at talking. Be in your seats before sign ‘house full' goes up. Saturday, matinee at 2.15 and 5 p.m., 'Hands Up' episodes 9 and 10. Prices as usual.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-14 - 1919-06-14
Summary:

A very fine picture' that is what everyone is saying today of 'Moral Suicide.' Being shown up till Sunday night. Saturday matinee feature, 'Hands Up' episodes 9 and 10. Also acrobatic feats and comicalities by Esko's troupe at 2.15 only.