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: 1912-03-04 - 1912-03-16
Summary:

March 11 to March 16, open from 2.30 p.m. daily, many attractions; stalls, for the sale of articles and curios of every description; exhibition, a magnificent loan exhibition of porcelain; music, by kind permission of the Naval and Military Authorities music will be supplied daily by H.M.S.…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-08-05 - 1915-08-07
Summary:

On Aug 6, our grand new exclusive 'A Queen's Love,' a drama of court life in 3 parts with superb scenes and enthralling incidents, and perfect acting of Mlle. Robiune and M. Alexandre and others from Pathe's studios; also Sherlock Holmes in 'The Musgrave Ritual';…

3
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: 1916-08-22 - 1916-08-23
Summary:

The Black Box,' 3rd episode of the great mystery serial; 'The Pocket Wireless' in 2 parts; 'The Life of Georges Carpentier' in 3 parts, a sporting drama featuring Georges Carpentier, the great french boxer, and showing all his big fights, training, etc.; 'Italian…

5
Headline: Palisade
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1916-08-22 - 1916-08-24
Summary:

(Out-of-door pictures, location near post office, Kowloon) 'The Pocket Wireless' in 2 parts and 'The Black Box' (by Universal) are displayed tonight. Photo of the actor (Herbert Rawlinson) included. A drama in 3 parts, 'The Life of Georgi Carpentier' [sic],…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-08-29 - 1916-08-31
Summary:

Oppenheim's great mystery serial, 6th episode of 'The Black Box' in 2 parts, more perplexing and exciting than ever; 'The Wreck,' a powerful drama by the K. B. Films Co. in 3 parts; 'Under Desperation's Spur,' drama by Kalen; 'Bunny's Scheme,…

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Headline: Palisade
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1916-08-29 - 1916-09-01
Summary:

(Out-of-door pictures, location near post office, Kowloon) The sixth episode of 'The Black Box' (by Universal) in 2 parts are displayed tonight. Photo of the actor (Herbert Rawlinson) included. A drama 'The Wreck'in 3 parts. Drama including Under Desperation's Spur (by…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-09-19 - 1916-09-21
Summary:

A powerful production by the Famous Players Co. 'Leah Kleschina' [sic] in 4 reels, featuring Charlotte [sic] Nillson; 'Pawns in the Game of Life,' a two reel drama by the Universal Company; 'Getting His Man,' cowboy drama by the Bison Co.; 'A Gentleman of…

9
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-01-03 - 1917-01-08
Summary:

On Jan 5, an amazing and thrilling programme: 1st and 2nd episodes of 'Iron Claw,' featuring Pearl White, Jameson [sic], and Sheldon Lewis; The Great War (with our armies on the Somme); interesting: Pathe's British Gazette; comic: 'Married on Credit' (Keystone); cartoon…

10
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-09-14 - 1918-09-17
Summary:

From Saturday 14th to Tuesday 17th September, 'The Secret Kingdom' episodes 5 and 6 and Essanay and Keystone comics. Wednesday 18th September, an all Charlie Chaplin programme, come and see the million-dollar world's laugh-maker.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1918-09-14 - 1918-09-17
Summary:

The fifth and sixth episodes of 'The Secret Kingdom' from Saturday 14th to Tuesday 17th September, including Essanay and Keystone comics. All Charlie-Chaplin Programme on Wednesday, 18th September.

12
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-11 - 1924-01-11
Summary:

Cameras: all the well-known makes, Debrie, Pathe, etc., for professionals and amateurs, printing machines, everything for the motion picture studio and laboratory. Special cooperation given to amateurs. Cinema oufits: for theatres, churches, clubs, Y. M. C. A.'s schools, etc. Film-hire…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-08-18 - 1924-08-19
Summary:

Sun. 17th to Tue. 19th August at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., see 'The Whispered Name.' Directed by King Baggot with an all-star cast. Usual Prices. Commening from Wed. 20th, Constance Talmadge in 'The Studio Girl.'

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-08-18 - 1924-08-23
Summary:

The charming comedienne Constance Talmadge in 'The Studio Girl' commencing Wednesday, 20th. To Sat. 23rd. August 20 Remarks: Photo included.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-08-18 - 1924-08-18
Summary:

Sunday 17th to Tuesday 19th August at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'The Whispered Name' directed by King Baggot with an all-star cast. Starting from Wednesday 20th, Constance Talmadge in 'The Studio Girl.' Usual prices.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-08-18 - 1924-08-18
Summary:

Commencing Wednesday, from 20th, Constance Talmadge in 'The Studio Girl.' Picture included.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-18 - 1924-08-19
Summary:

The Whispered Name' directed by King Baggot with an all-star cast. Today and tomorrow at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., starting from Wednesday 20th, Constance Talmadge in 'The Studio Girl.' Usual prices.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-08-19 - 1924-08-19
Summary:

Last show today, 'The Whispered Name.' Commencing Wednesday 20th, Constance Talmadge in 'The Studio Girl.' Usual prices.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-08-19 - 1924-08-19
Summary:

Commencing Wednesday 20th, Constance Talmadge in 'The Studio Girl,' a delightful screen adaption from Pierre Veber's 'La Gamine.'

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-19 - 1924-08-22
Summary:

Commencing Wednesday 20th, Constance Talmadge in 'The Studio Girl,' adapted from Pierre Veber's 'La Gimine.'