A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Pathe Freres
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-03-15 - 1916-03-22
Summary:

Beg to announce that they have extended their film services and will now receive extra supplementary supplies of the best productions from the Pathe Studios in America; millions of dollars are being spent to produce these pictures with the best artists and scenic, effects, in the usual Pathe…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-03-17
Summary:

Patron of the Victoria Theatre can rely upon every effort being made for their entertainment, and another charge of programme is announced for this evening. In addition to the popular Melbournes, the three Delroys will appear for a few nights, and Mr. Baxton, will be seen with Mr. Melbourne in…

123
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-03-22
Summary:

Mr Tom Melbourne will produce his local revue 'Hullo, Hongkong!' Many musical numbers including the famous song 'Cassidy V.C.' are introduced.

124
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-04-06
Summary:

London, Apr 4 – An amusement tax including theatres, cinemas, horse racing and football would produce five million in addition to taxes imposed on different sectors.

125
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-04-08
Summary:

The cinema tax is expected to produce 45000 pounds daily. The tax on railway tickets is questioned from Labour circles.

126
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-05-05
Summary:

The first two episodes of 'The Exploit of Elaine' produced by Pathe Freres Co. will be screened at the Victoria Theatre. The cast is headed by Arnold Daly, Pearl White and Childen Lewis. Film synopsis included.

127
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-07-25
Summary:

The management of the Palisade Cinematograph Theatre Kowloon gave a private view to the Press of the British historical film, 'Sixty Years a Queen.' The film was well produced, well-dressed in its characters and is as faithful as a record from early to late Victorian periods. Film…

128
Headline: The Palisade
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-08-12
Summary:

The theatre tapped fresh resources regarding the production of their films. Films produced by the London Films Ltd. entitled 'Clancarty' and 'The Evil Genius.' will be appreciated. A further series illustrating life and work on Panamas Canal is also shown. The theatre will…

129
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-08-21
Summary:

Lilian Read, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. Parker Read, Jr., had a contract with Thomas H. Ince for twenty years. In Mr. Ince's motion picture spectacle 'Civilization,' now being shown at the Criterion Theatre, she did such clever work that he decided to make her a star.…

130
Headline: Bijou
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-08-26 - 1916-08-26
Summary:

Tonight, first & second episodes of the greatest ever produced: 'Neal of the Navy' in 14 episodes - 2 parts each, featuring Lillian Lorraine, supported by an all star cast, headed by William Conklin.

131
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-08-26
Summary:

The growth of juvenile crime is considered to be connected to the growing prevalence of unrestricted attendance of school children at cinema shows. The Association of Head Teachers at Nottingham passed the resolutions to (a) restrict the attendance of children at such shows by fixing a time and…

132
Headline: The Palisade
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-09-01
Summary:

The mid-week programme was good in addition to showing famous films produced by studios. The 7th Episode of the 'Black Box' is being shown. The band of the 'Russia' will play during the evening.

133
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-09-26
Summary:

The entertainment which is to be given under the auspices of the St. John Ambulance Brigade at the Victoria Theatre on October 12, in aid of the Joint Fund of the St. John Ambulance Association and the British Red Cross Society. The entertainment will be under the distinguished patronage of H. E…

134
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-09-27
Summary:

Entertainment will be given under the auspices of the St. John Ambulance Brigade at the Victoria Theatre. A varied and extensive programme has provided, including the Police Reserve Orchestra, Mr. Denman Fuller, Mrs. Aubrey and Miss Dione May, Misses Gordon, Mrs. Hill, Miss Mary Hyde, Mr. P. P.…

135
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-10-13 - 1916-10-14
Summary:

The thrilling 'Million Dollar Mystery' in 23 episodes, consisting of 46 parts, the greatest, grandest, most sensational and elaborate serial ever produced, commencing Oct 14.

136
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-11-21
Summary:

Miss Hettie Payne sued the Holmfirth Producing Company, of Victoria Street, S.W., whose studios are at Holmfirth, for either £50 or £100 due under an agreement to take the leading part in a cinema play entitled 'Paula.'

137
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-12-02 - 1916-12-05
Summary:

On Dec 2, 3rd-5th episodes of 'The Diamond from the Sky,' a grand serial film, it comprises a clean, strong, human story, acted by leading stars and produced in the finest style, every episode and story speaks for itself.

138
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1916-12-04
Summary:

Film actress Miss Hettie Payne sued the Holmfirth Production Company under an agreement to take the leading part in the cinema play entitled 'Paula.' Miss Payne said she began as a film actress with the Hepworth Company five years ago and got noticed after her parts in 'White Star…

139
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-12-13 - 1916-12-15
Summary:

On Dec 13-15, 10th and 11th episodes of 'The Diamond from the Sky,' serial dramatic story, well acted and well produced.

140
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-12-13
Summary:

A Matrimonial Martyr' the new film due to be shown at the Victoria Theatre next Friday was produced for Messrs. Pathe by the Balboa Company at its open-air studios in California; and so perfect was the photography and so exquisite the outdoor scenes of California, the film was sent to Paris…