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: 1915-05-03
Summary:

Miss May Yohe's performance is well received at the Victoria. The pictures are interesting. Tomorrow, the Carsons will perform at the Victoria.

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

There was an especially good programme at the Victoria last night, the picture of principal interest being a Vitagraph Company's representation of 'As You Like It.' The Carsons performed. Little Miss Gladie and Jack Ranch gave good performances too.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-05-06 - 1915-05-10
Summary:

On May 7, the thrilling detective drama, 'Mystery of the Underground Floor' in 2 parts - 2,000 feet long, with the famous lady detective madam L. Bordoni in the leading role; also 'The Perils of the Atlantic'; performance by Little Gladie, Soubrette & Dancer, Jack Ranch,…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-05-10
Summary:

There was a very packed house at the Victoria on Saturday night, and a good programme, the chief item of which was the shooting act of 'The Three Carsons.' Another interesting feature of the programme was a moving war map, while prolonged amusement was created by an excellent American…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-05-19
Summary:

A big concert will take place at the Victoria tonight. In addition to the various professional artistes — Miss May Clark, the Carsons, Mr. Albert Morrow and Professor Gonzalez, one or two local amateurs including Mr. Harry Relph will appear. One of the features will be 'Motoring,' by…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-05-20
Summary:

Another very successful patriotic concert was given last night at the Victoria. The Band of the 74th Punjabis played some splendid selections, and one of the bandsmen, Allah Dah, gave a piccolo solo. Miss May Clarke, the Carsons, Mr. Harry Relph, professor Gonzalez, Mr. George Grimble and Mr.…

7
Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-06-26 - 1915-06-29
Summary:

Tonight, the sensational American drama 'The Wreck' in 4 parts - length 6,000 feet; On June 27, performance by The Three Carsons.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-04-28 - 1917-04-28
Summary:

On Apr 30, Daniel Frohman presents, Pauline Frederick in the great Paramount picture, 'Sold' in 5 parts; Pathe's British Gazette, The Great War; a screaming comedy, 'Entirely under New Management' in 2 parts.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-11-24
Summary:

Mlle. Marie Louise Sterling continues her season at the Victoria Theatre, and the opportunity of seeing this talented classical dancer should not be missed. In addition to this attraction, the Victoria is showing a special Golden Rooster film, entitled 'Sunshine and Gold.' This picture…

10
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-07-05
Summary:

Last night at the Victoria Theatre, the British Gazette is peculiarly interesting. Molly [sic] King is the star of the two episodes of the 'Seven Pearls'; while the comedy is amply provided for in 'We Never Sleep,' a two-part Lonesome Luke absurdity in which this eccentric…

11
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-04-21 - 1919-04-23
Summary:

Tonight, Pathe presents Bryant Washburn in 'Kidder and Ko.' Harold Lloyd and Bebe Daniels in 'Two Scrambled.' Matinee: 'Father and the Boys' featuring Digby Bell. Booking at Anderson's. April 23 remarks: The management of the above theatre having let the…

12
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-04-21 - 1919-04-22
Summary:

Tonight 9.15 p.m., Pathe presents Bryant Washburn in 'Kidder and Ko.' This is absolutely the most winning and the most thoroughly delightful comedy that this popular Pathe star has yet appeared in. We hope you will come and see it. Harold Lloyd and Bebe Daniels in 'Two Scrambled…

13
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-07
Summary:

From Saturday up to 10th, a pathetic and fanciful story of the courage and resourcefulness of a child whose 'Gambler' father did not want her, is to be screened in the Hongkong Theatre, featuring Marguerite Clark in the 'Valentine Girl.' It was written by Laura Sawyer and…

14
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-20
Summary:

After the last show of 'Immigrant,' Hongkong Theatre will present a charming story by Daniel Frohman in 'The Little Soldier Girl,' written by famous writer Charles Sarver, featuring the famous star Ann Pennington.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-11-01 - 1919-11-04
Summary:

Helene Chadwick and Franklyn Farnum in 'Go Get'em Garringer,' a five part Western drama. Pathe's British Gazette. Harold Lloyd, Bebe Daniels-Pollard in 'Off the Trolley.' Matinee: Baby Marie Osborne in 'When Baby Forgot.' 'Max Sees Life' in 2…

16
Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-11-15 - 1919-11-17
Summary:

Harold Lockwood in 'The Come Back.' Harold Lloyd and Bebe Daniels in 'Ring Up the Curtain.' Booking at Robinson's.

17
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-11-15 - 1919-11-17
Summary:

Tonight at 2.15, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Harold Lockwood in 'The Come-Back.' Harold Lloyd and Bebe Daniels in 'Ring Up the Curtain.' Usual prices. Booking at Robinson's.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-06-15 - 1921-06-17
Summary:

Daniel Frohman presents 'The Dancing Girl' by Henry Arthur Jones, featuring Florence Reed.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-02-15
Summary:

Sir James Barrie's 'Admirable Crichton' is now appearing in a film version entitled 'Male and Female,' is showing in Coronet Theatre. Thomas Meighan, who appeared in 'The Miracle Man' starred as the leading role. Gloria Swanson plays the leading lady, while…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-06-08 - 1922-06-08
Summary:

The First Bebe Daniels Feature in Hongkong, 'You Never Can Tell' from the story of Grace Lovell Bryan. Directed by Chester Franklin, scenario by Tom Geraghty and Helmar Walton Bergman. Illustration included.