A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Benefit Night
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-10-12
Summary:

The Victoria cinematograph was packed last night, the occasion being a benefit performance to the popular manager, Mr. Blake. There was a full programme, and every item was thoroughly enjoyed. Mr. R. H. Stephenson, the manager of the Bijou Scenic theatre, kindly assisted with the programme, as…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-04-26
Summary:

Two plays 'Tenesee's Partner' [sic] and 'Are you a Mason?' made the chief items at the Victoria Theatre. In a play the distinguished American actress, Fannie Ward, is seen to great advantage with an attractive story. The management is to be congratulated on the fine…

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Headline: Victoria
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-09-24 - 1919-09-25
Summary:

Baby Marie Osborne in 'The Voice of Destiny.' A picture for every member of the family to see and enjoy. Matinee: Fanny [sic] Ward in 'Her Strange Wedding.' September 25 and 26 remarks: Popular Prize Packets in new songs and dances.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-09-24 - 1919-09-26
Summary:

Tonight 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Baby Marie Osborne in 'The Voice of Destiny.' Tomorrow's matinee, Fannie Ward in 'Her Strange Wedding.' September 25 & 26 Remarks: Popular Prize Packets in new songs and dances.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-12-29 - 1919-12-30
Summary:

Pathe presents Fannie Ward in 'The Profiteers,' extra selected photoplay. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-12-30 - 1919-12-31
Summary:

Pathe presents Fannie Ward in 'The Profiteers,' an after-the-war drama in five thrilling acts.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-12-30
Summary:

About a year ago the famous house of Pathe, in announcing its intention to enter the big feature field, gave out a list of 'Extra Selected Star Photoplays,' each of which would feature a well-known and popular player, and for the production of which would be called into play all of the…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-12-30
Summary:

The Profiteers,' described as 'an after-the-war picture,' will be shown at the Victoria Theatre on New Year's night, with the ever youthful Fannie Ward as the star. The supporting cast includes John Miltern and Edwin Stevens. Film plot included. 'The Profiteers' is…

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Headline: The Victoria
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-12-31 - 1919-12-31
Summary:

Pearl White in 'The King's Game' a five part photoplay. Toto in 'An Enemy of Soap.' Matinee: 'The Bishop's Emeralds.' New Year night: Fannie Ward in 'The Profiteers.' Booking at Anderson's.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-12-31 - 1920-01-01
Summary:

Commencing 1st January, grand gala programme, Pathe presents Fannie Ward in 'The Profiteers,' an after-the-war drama in five thrilling acts. Illustration included.

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Headline: The Victoria
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-12-31 - 1919-12-31
Summary:

Tonight's bill, Pearl White in 'The King's Game,' a five-part photoplay. Also Toto in 'An Enemy of Soap.' Today's matinee, 'The Bishop's Emeralds.' New Year night, Fannie Ward in 'The Profiteers.' Booking at Anderson's.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-12-31
Summary:

When Ouida Bergere, the author of 'The Profiteers,' the five-act photodrama, which is Fannie Ward's latest emotional vehicle, was writing this story. Film synopsis included. It opens three days run at the Victoria Theatre on New Year's Night.

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Headline: The Victoria
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-01-01 - 1920-01-03
Summary:

New Year's Day till Sunday, Fannie Ward in 'The Profiteers.' String band of the Wiltshire Regiment. Matinee performances at 2.15 and 5 p.m., Thursday, 'Waif'; Friday, 'The Loaded Dice'; Saturday, 'The First Law'; Sunday at 6 p.m., 'King's…

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Headline: The Victoria
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-01-02 - 1920-01-03
Summary:

Tonight till Sunday, Fannie Ward in 'The Profiteers.' String band of the Wiltshire Regiment. Matinee performances, today: 'The Loaded Dice,' Saturday: 'The First Law.' Sunday: 'King's Game.' Booking at Anderson's.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-01-03 - 1920-01-03
Summary:

Tonight till Sunday, Fannie Ward in 'The Profiteers.' String Band of the Wiltshire Regiment. Matinee performances: 2.15 and 5 p.m. Today, 'The First Law.' Sunday 6 p.m., 'King's Game.' Booking at Anderson's.

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Headline: The Victoria
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-01-05 - 1920-01-08
Summary:

Gates of Brass' is one of Frank Keenan's own productions which he personally supervised. Come and enjoy yourselves and hear the band of the Wiltshire Regiments. January 5 and 6 remarks: 5.15 p.m. Fannie Ward in 'Profiteers.' Booking at Anderson's.

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Headline: The Victoria
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-01-05 - 1920-01-08
Summary:

Tonight's new bill, Frank Keenan in 'Gates of Brass,' a vitally gripping drama with a symbolic title, based on the Greek philosophy that the nemesis of our deeds follows us. Band of the Wiltshire Regiment in attendance. January 5 & 6 Remarks: 5.15 p.m., Fannie Ward in '…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-01-05 - 1920-01-08
Summary:

Tonight new bill, Frank Keenan in 'Gates of Brass,' a vitally gripping drama with a symbolic title. Band of the Wiltshire Regiment in attendance. 5.15 p.m., Fannie Ward in 'The Profiteers.' Booking at Anderson's. January 5 Remarks: On page 8, another ad. on 'Gates…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-01-08 - 1920-01-12
Summary:

Commencing Friday, Pathe presents Fannie Ward in 'Our Better Selves,' a five-act dram of renunciation and self-sacrifice. Matinee: Frank Keenan in 'Gates of Brass.' January 9 remarks: British Gazette and Harold Lloyd comedy. Booking at Anderson's. January 10 remarks:…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-01-08 - 1920-01-08
Summary:

Commencing Friday, 9th January, Pathe presents Fannie Ward in 'Our Better Selves,' a five-act drama of renunciation and self-sacrifice. Matinee daily at 5.15 p.m., Frank Keenan in 'Gates of Brass.'