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: 1914-07-17
Summary:

Mr. Allen Watt is making a tour of the world on behalf of Universal Film Company of New York to get cinematograph pictures. This company is the first to send photographers to China from America for Graphic purposes. Mr. Watt was now considering to start a branch manufactory in or near Hong Kong…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-01-27
Summary:

The Victoria Theatre management last night gave a successful entertainment under the patronage the Hon. the Captain Superintendent of Police, to the Hong Kong Police Reserves – 50 percent of the gross proceeds going towards the Police Reserves' band fund. The Band, under Mr, Da Costa,…

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

It was evident from the packed condition of the Victoria Theatre last night that local people are prepared to open their purses for no worthy an object as the 'Our Day' Fund. Everybody was there, including H. E. the Governor, Lady and the Misses May and H. E. Major General Ventris and…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-11-09
Summary:

A verdict of 'Death from misadventure' was returned at the inquest on Edith Louise Koester, 35, formerly a film actress who was found dead in bed at her rooms in Guilford-street Russell square. She was accustomed to takimg vernal to overcome insomnia, and a quantity of the drug was…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-04-16
Summary:

A select party attended the Victoria Theatre at the invitation of the management as a new series of films, instructive picture and drama were exhibited. The 'Paramount Pictures' have been brought to Hongkong by Mr. J. W. Allen, the foreign agent of the Progressive Motion Picture…

6
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1917-06-20
Summary:

Special performances are being given tomorrow afternoon and evening in the Victoria Theatre in aid of the funds of the Portuguese School in this colony. Among those who will contribute to the entertainment are Mr. Bruno Rocha, Mr. F. Latymer, Mr. Morbey, Mr. Louis Meo, Mr. A. B. Allen, Mr. E. G…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-07-23
Summary:

Tonight the Hongkong Theatre is showing an exclusive Vitagraph film featuring two stars, Edith Storey and Antonio Moreno. The play is entitled 'A price for Folly.'

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Headline: Coronet Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-11-05
Summary:

A magazine story by Kenneth L. Roberts entitled 'Good Will and Almond Shells' forms the basis for the Metro five-reel feature, 'The Shell Game,' now being shown at the Coronet Theatre. Henry Kolker and Emmy Wehlen played the main roles. The supportive cast included Joseph…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-12-07
Summary:

It happens in the first episode of 'The Man of Might.' No Vitagraph serial would open without it – a fight between William Duncan and Joe Ryan, a fight such as thrilled millions who saw 'The Fighting Trail' and 'A Fight for Millions.' This will be seen in the Wo…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-01
Summary:

Two new features are introduced in the programme for the week at the Hongkong Theatre, a drama and a comedy – 'Sue of the South' (5 parts) and 'A Red Hot Finish' (2 parts) respectively. The latter one is supported by the Rainbow Beauties, and the former one features Edith…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-08-12
Summary:

From tomorrow until Tuesday next a 5-part Universal drama 'A Taste of Life' featuring Edith Roberts, will be screened at the Hongkong Theatre. An amusing 2-part comedy and interesting scenes from the Universal Gazette will complete an excellent programme.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-13
Summary:

A Taste of Life' is to be shown in the Hongkong Theatre. Edith Roberts takes the leading role, with the participation of May Emory. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-10-08
Summary:

The Man in the Moonlight' will be shown at the Hongkong Theatre. The film starring Monroe Salisbury, Colleen Moore, William Stowell and Alfred Allen. Film plot included.

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Headline: Real Reels
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-10-17
Summary:

The cinema could help us out of our ignorance. The writer suggested that the cinema should show them specimen days out of the lives of any and every kind of Dick, Tom, and Harry in the Kingdom.

15
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-01-04
Summary:

Luring Lips,' a Universal photodrama, is now playing at the World Theatre. The theme was written by John A. Moroso. Later, it was purchased by Universal as a starring vehicle for Edith Roberts and adapted to the screen by George Hively. The film was produced under the direction of King…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-03-10
Summary:

World Theatre will screen 'The Fire Cat' this Friday. The film casts Edith Roberts who had a distinctive personality in 'Lasca.' It is written and directed by Norman Oawn [sic]. The film shares the elements of 'Lasca' and 'The Adorable Savage.' The film…

17
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-03-10
Summary:

The Fire Cat,' a Universal film starring Edith Roberts, will be shown at the World Theatre on Friday. The film is written and directed by Norman Oawn [sic], and Edith Roberts previously presented in 'Lasca' and 'The Adorable Savage.' In addition, Edith Roberts in '…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-03-10
Summary:

Edith Roberts, the Universal star, who starred in 'Lasca,' is coming to the World Theatre today in 'The Fire Cat.' The film was written and directed by Norman Dawn, it carries the same elements as 'Lasca' and 'The Adorable Savage.' Wallace McDonald was a…

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Headline: Flickers
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-05-12