A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-12-03
Summary:

Under the distinguished patronage of H.K. Governor (Sir Frederick, Lugard K.C.M.G., C.B., D.S.O.) a Chinese theatrical performance is being given nightly in the Tai Ping Theatre in aid of the funds of the Hongkong University. During the performance Chinese refreshments were served. The…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-01-21 - 1919-01-27
Summary:

Wednesday January 22 to Friday 24, screening 1st, 2nd and 3rd episode of 'The Voice on the Wire,' also Comics. Friday January 24th, matinee at 5.15 p.m. by special request repeating, 'Tennessee's Pardner,' a beautiful Paramount drama in 5 parts, featuring Fannie Ward. On…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-01-23
Summary:

Tomorrow there will be a special matinee at 5.15 p.m. at the Hongkong Theatre, which by special request is repeating 'Tennessee's Pardner,' a Paramount drama featuring Fannie Ward.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-02-26 - 1919-02-26
Summary:

February 26, 27 and 28, showing Paramount features in 5 parts, Pauline Frederick in 'Lydia Gilmore,' also Gazette and Comics. Friday 28, matinee at 5.15 p.m., showing 'The Daughter of MacGregor,' a beautiful Paramount drama in 5 parts. Saturday March 1, continuation of '…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-03-13 - 1919-03-15
Summary:

March 13, 14, 15 and 16, 1919 at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Pauline Frederick in 'The Slave Market.' Also showing 'Three Rings and a Goat.' Booking at Robinson's. March 15 Remarks: Today at 2.15 p.m., children's matinee.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-04-10 - 1919-04-12
Summary:

Tonight 9.15 p.m., Lest We Forget, $250,000 gold production with a cast of 3,000 people. Immortalizing the sinking of the Lusitania and Charles Frohman's last words, 'why fear death! It is life's most beautiful adventure.' A mighty presentation of the causes that led America…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-05-24 - 1919-05-26
Summary:

May 24, 25, 26 and 27, showing Triangle photoplay 5 parts, Norma Talmadge in 'The Missing Links,' including various Comics. Wednesday 28th May, Pauline Frederick in 'The Love That Lives' in 5 parts. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-05-27 - 1919-05-30
Summary:

May 28, 29 and 30, showing drama photoplay 4 parts, Barbara Conrad [sic] in 'A Princess of the Blood.' Also various Comics. Saturday 31st May, Pauline Frederick in 'The Love That Lives' in 5 parts. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-05-28
Summary:

The magnificent film 'Princess of Blood' in four parts, in which the famous actress Miss Barbara Conrad takes the leading role as Princess Stephanie, will be screened tonight in the Hongkong Theatre. This splendid film is based on the play written by the celebrated author James L.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-05-31 - 1919-06-04
Summary:

31st May, 1st, 2nd and 3rd June, showing Paramount photoplay in 5 parts, Pauline Frederick in 'The Love That Lives' and various Comics. Tuesday 3rd June, matinee at 5 p.m., by special request, showing 'Lost and Won' (Paramount photoplay 5 parts). Booking at the Theatre. June…

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

The 'Moon Child' film is now screening in Hongkong Theatre, featuring Marie Walcamp. Tomorrow the well-known actress Fannie Ward will appear in 'Her Strange Wedding' of Lasky Production in 5 parts. New comics will be introduced at intervals.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-07-09 - 1919-07-11
Summary:

July 9, 10 and 11, showing a fine picture with a beautiful star, Fannie Ward in 'Her Strange Wedding' (5 parts), also various Comics. Saturday 12th, continuation 3rd and 4th episodes of 'The Moon Child.' Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-07-30 - 1919-08-01
Summary:

On Thursday night the Victoria is projecting the world-famous novel of Goldsmith, 'The Vicar of Wakefield.' To all lovers of a perfect picture, the management of the Victioria confidently recommends it to their patrons. It is produced by Mr. Ward and associated with him is a wonderful…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-08-14
Summary:

The Victoria continues to show good pictures, including the Pathe film and three episodes of 'The Bull's Eye.' 'Hinton's Double' with Frederick Ward [sic] in the title role, is the feature for tonight's show.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-08-14 - 1919-08-16
Summary:

Tonight programme, Frederick Ward [sic] in 'Hinton's Double.' 'Toto's Trouble,' always trouble about girls. Thursday and Friday matinee at 5.15 p.m., 'The Bull's Eye,' episodes 3, 4 and 5. Booking at Anderson's. August 16 Remarks: Saturday…

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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: 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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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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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…