A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-07-28 - 1916-07-28
Summary:

Screening of 'Sixty Years A Queen'; Also 'The Horse Thief' (Keystone) and 'Harry's Gazette'; tomorrow night a full band will be attendance

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-07-29 - 1916-07-29
Summary:

Screening of 'Sixty Years A Queen'; Also 'The Horse Thief' (Keystone) and 'Harry's Gazette'; Tonight a full band will be attendance

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-11-27 - 1916-11-27
Summary:

On Nov 27, grand band and comedy night, 'Red Circle'; on Nov 28 and 29, the magnificent picture, film d' art in 5 reels, 'The Lost Sheep'; on Nov 30 and Dec 1, Howitt Philips Company in 'Peg 'O' My Heart' and 'What the Butler Saw.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-11-27 - 1916-11-27
Summary:

The Howitt Phillips Co., 'Peg O' My Heart' and 'What the Butler Saw.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-11-28 - 1916-11-30
Summary:

The Howitt Phillips Co., 'Peg O' My Heart' and 'What the Butler Saw.'

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

There was a packed house at the Victoria Theatre last night, when the Howitt Phillips Company concluded its brief season here with the farcical comedy. 'What the Butler Saw.' The principal parts were in the hands of Mr. Wheeler Dryden, Mr. Charles Howitt and Miss Gertrude Godart, all…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-12-02
Summary:

The farewell performance of the Howitt-Phillips Company took place at the Victoria Theatre. The production was a huge success, a fitting finale to the Company's visit. The company presented 'What the Butler Saw,' played by Jack Barrington and Mrs. Barrington, Mr. Charles Howitt…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-11-08
Summary:

The film portraying the life story of Mr. Lloyd George introduces a new phase in the cinema. The producers consider that the history symbolizes the spirit of the Allies. It was expected that the film would be completed in October.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1918-11-29
Summary:

Another incident had been added to the 'Lloyd George' film. The counterfeit 'Lloyd George' was conducted by a torchlight procession through the street of Carnarvon, and pictures were taken the reproduction of the declaration of the poll in 1892, when the Prime Minister was re…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-12-13 - 1918-12-14
Summary:

The age-long tale of the Pigmy who conquered the Titan, the David against the Goliath--this is the story which William Fox has placed upon the screen in 'Jack and the Beanstalk.' Direct from its New York run at the Globe Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1918-12-16
Summary:

Much interest has been aroused over a film of Mr. Lloyd George's life, which is just being completed. The story was written by Sir Sidney Low, lecturer on Imperial and Colonial history, King's College, University of London, and made into a film by the well-known producer, Mr. Maurice…

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Headline: Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-01-23 - 1919-01-25
Summary:

January 23-26. David Belasco presents 'Rose of the Rancho' in five parts, 'The Corsican Sisters' in two parts.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-01-23 - 1919-01-26
Summary:

January 23rd, 24th, 25th and 26th at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., David Belasco presents 'The Rose of the Rancho' in 5 parts. Also 'The Corsican Sisters' in 2 parts.

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Publication Date: 1919-01-23 - 1919-01-25
Summary:

January 23, 24, 25 and 26 at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., David Belasco presents 'The Rose of the Rancho' in five parts; 'The Corsican Sisters' in 2 parts.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-02-22 - 1919-02-22
Summary:

Frank Keenan: the famous Shakespearean actor and David Belas, co-star, who has recently joined Pathe in 'Ruler of the Road,' a brand new film. It is the first picture to be shown in Hongkong of a new series produced by the house of Pathe. The Pathe Plays will be shown on Monday night…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-02-22 - 1919-02-22
Summary:

We believe that when you have seen Frank Keenan, the famous Shakespearean actor and David Belasco, who has recently joined Pathe, in 'Ruler of the Road.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-02-22 - 1919-02-22
Summary:

We have endeavoured to obtain a programme that should mark a step forward in local cinematography. We believe that when you have seen Frank Keenan, the famous Shakespearean actor and David Belasco Star, who has recently joined Pathe, in 'Ruler of the Road,' you will agree with us that…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-03-31 - 1919-03-31
Summary:

Buckingham Palace; Sandhurst Cadets receive the King's Banner Scenes at the Lord Mayor's Show. 'The Last Charge' – a genuine picture taken on the last day of hostilities. Scenes in and from an Airship: Bird's eye view of London including St. Paul's. World War Over:…

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

Sir Charles Wyndham has left a fortune of £197,035. He bequeathed his portrait as David Garrick, by Pettie, to the Garrick Club; the gold jeweled box presented to him by King Edward and Queen Alexandra to his daughter, Mrs. Bower; the diamond ring presented by the late Tsar Alexander III and the…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-09-16
Summary:

Wilson K. Midgley writes in the Daily News as follows: Vain efforts have been made in the past to introduce the 'pictures' into the spheres of religion, education, and of various kinds of reform. Peace has brought them at a stroke into international politics. There are two companies…