A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Bijou
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1913-04-23 - 1913-04-25
Summary:

Programme at 9:15 p.m. Special 'A. B.' comics including 'A Jealous Husband,' 'A Study in Diplomacy,' 'Losing His Temper' and 'A Trip on the Seine' (scenic). Pathe gazette and Gaumont Graphic included. Performance by Miss Violet Bonetia. Matinees…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-12-15
Summary:

The long-expected Giants and White Sox arrived yesterday morning. It was announced on Saturday by wireless from the steamer that the teams would play an exhibition game in Hongkong and the Hongkong Football Club placed their grounds at the disposal of the visitors. The players were not a little…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-04-29 - 1915-05-01
Summary:

The unique drama in 2 parts, 2000 feet long 'Too Rich'; the best way to learn the latest events from Home is to see Pathe Gazette; the great comic Keystone film in 2 parts: 'Love and Vengeance'; performance by Miss May Yohe.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-04-29
Summary:

The Beggar Prince' and 'Max Linder as a Toreador' were the principal films shown at the Victoria Theatre. Another feature is the Pathe's Gazette of recent events. Performance by Miss May Yohe.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-05-13 - 1915-05-14
Summary:

On May 14, the great comedy 'Keep Your Eye on Your Nephew' in 2 reels of - 2,000 feet long; comics: 'The Winking Parson,' 'The Torment,' 'Love & Motor,' 'Under Sheriff' (Keystone), and interesting Pathe's Gazette; grand military concert…

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Headline: Victoria
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-12-12
Summary:

The weekend programme at the Victoria Theatre has been a most excellent one, and the new bill of fare announced for tonight seems likely to run it close in point of all-round interest. Messrs Pathe's new play 'The She Wolf' will be shown for the first time and there will also be a…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-05-01 - 1917-05-02
Summary:

On May 2, the marvellous drama 'The Broken Oath' in 5 parts, wonderful acting and scenery; comedy, 3rd series of 'Rufus Wallingford' [sic]; 'Every Inch a Hero,' Pathe's Gazettes; the concert is cancelled; 'Sold' will be screened at the Bijou for two…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-05-14 - 1917-05-14
Summary:

On May 15, Pathe's great photoplay, a beautiful comedy drama 'Lena Rivers' in 5 parts, strong acting and wonderful scenery; Pathe's Gazettes; comic, scenic, instructive films; on May 18, 'Who's Guilty,' 1st and 2nd series.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-05-28 - 1917-05-30
Summary:

On May 29, 'The High Hand,' an inspiring romance of love, politics, capital & labour in 6 parts; Pathe's Gazette and various comics; on June 1, 3rd & 4th series of 'Who's Guilty.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-05-09 - 1919-05-10
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Norma Talmadge in 'The Social Secretary.' Pathe British Gazette, Nos. 520-521. (The British Fleet in German waters.) 'Teddy at the Throttle.' Smith and Jackson at them or with them – you have to laugh. Booking at Robinson's. May 10 Remarks…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-05-08 - 1920-05-10
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., overture: Coronet orchestra; Pathe's British Gazette No. 625; Lonesome Luke, Bartender (Rolin Comedy) and Lillian Gish in Triangle's 'Daphne and the Pirate' in 5 parts. Today at 2.30 p.m., tonight at 7.15 p.m., 'Elmo, the Mighty'…

12
Headline: Famous Artists
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-24
13
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-07-05
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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-07-10 - 1924-07-12
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Thos. H. Ince presents 'Her Reputation,' with May McAvoy. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-07-10 - 1924-07-10
Summary:

The Coronet: Commencing today at 2.15, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15, Thos. H. Ince presents 'Her Reputation' with May McAvoy. The Star: Today at 5.30 & 9.15, Metro presents May Allison in 'The Walk-Offs,' and Felix the Cat. July 11 Remarks: The Star: Only 'The Walk-Offs.…

16
Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-07-10 - 1924-07-12
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Thos. H. Ince presents 'Her Reputation' with May McAvoy. An extraordinary big picture at usual prices and times. Illustration included.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-07-10 - 1924-07-10
Summary:

Commencing today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Thos. H. Ince presents 'Her Reputation' with May McAvoy, from the story by Talbot Mundy and Bradley King, directed by John Griffith Wray, under the personal supervision of Thos. H. Ince, distributed by Associated First National Pictures,…

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Headline: Her Reputation'
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-07-10
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is going to screen the film version of Thomas H. Ince's famous notable newspaper drama 'Her Reputation,' for the next few days. The film features May McAvoy, who has demonstrated her skills as a dancer. The Mississippi River flood scene was taken after special…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-07-10
Summary:

Some of the biggest thrills of the newspaper game have been translated to the screen in 'Her Reputation,' the feature film which comes to the Coronet Theatre this evening. The story is woven around the enormous power of the press, and a group of journalists assisted the producer as…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-07-10 - 1924-07-10
Summary:

The Coronet: Commencing today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Thos. H. Ince presents 'Her Reputation' with May McAvoy. The Star: Today at 5.30 and 9.15, Metro presents May Allison in 'The Walk-Offs.' Also Felix the Cat.