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: 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,…

2
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-09-01 - 1916-09-04
Summary:

Oppenheim's great mystery serial, 7th episode of 'The Black Box' in 2 parts, a breathless & heart-gripping instalment; 'The Single Act,' an extremely fine drama by the Lubin Company; 'The Vavasour Ball' in 2 parts by Vitagraph; 'Old Maid's Baby,…

3
Headline: Palisade
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1916-09-02 - 1916-09-04
Summary:

(Out-of-door pictures, location near post office, Kowloon) The seventh episode of 'The Black Box' (by Universal) in 2 parts are displayed tonight. Photo of the actor (Herbert Rawlinson) included. Dramas including 'The Single Act' (by the Lubin company) and 'The Vavasour…

4
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-09-05 - 1916-09-07
Summary:

Entire change of programme: another thrilling instalment: 7th episode of 'The Black Box' in 2 parts; 'The Golden Calf' in 3 parts, an extremely powerful mining drama by the Nordisk Company; 'Jim the Mule Boy,' comedy drama; comedies: 'Bunny's Mistake,…

5
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-09-07 - 1916-09-09
Summary:

On Sept 9, 7th and 8th episodes of 'The Black Box Mystery' [sic]; The Great War, Pathe's Gazette; comics: John Bunny, Keystones.

6
Headline: Victoria
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-09-11
Summary:

The Friday, Saturday and Sunday programme at the Victoria Theatre contained a most interesting variety of pictures, including the 7th and 8th episodes of Mr. Phillips Oppenheim's 'Black Box.' The Pathe Gazette and war pictures were extremely good, and there was a very jolly '…

7
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-09-16 - 1916-09-18
Summary:

12th and 13th episodes of Oppenheim's great mystery serial 'The Black Box' in 4 parts; 'Rip van Winkle' in 2 parts, a splendid picture screened from this well-known story; Topical Cartoon Gazette; comics: 'Fatty Joins the Force' by Keystone; 'One Good Joke…

8
Headline: The Palisade
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-09-16
Summary:

The management of the Palisade, Kowloon, has arranged a most attractive programme for tonight, when a full military band will again be in attendance. A special feature is being made of the Kowloon cartoons, which are the work of a local cartoonist. There will also be a number of local slides…

9
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-09-22 - 1916-09-25
Summary:

The final two episodes of Oppenheim's great mystery serial 'The Black Box' in 4 reels, don't fail to see the sensational finish of this exciting story; 'Girl from Prosperity' in 2 reels by Vitagraph; comedies: 'Dr. Cupid' (John Bunny); 'Foolshead,…

10
Headline: The Palisade
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-09-25
Summary:

The programme provided by the Palisade at Kowloon has been in every sense most enjoyable during the weekend. There was a full military band in attendance on Saturday night, when the star feature was the final instalment of the 'Black Box' mystery. The series has been greatly…

11
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-03-07 - 1922-03-09
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. performances, Mary Pickford in 'Johanna Enlists.' At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, final episode of 'Diamond Queen' and 1st episode of 'Branded Four' featuring Ben Wilson & Neva Gerber. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

12
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-03-08 - 1922-03-09
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. performances, Mary Pickford in 'Johanna Enlists.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, final episodes of 'Diamond Queen' and 1st episodes of 'Brand Four' [sic] featuring Ben Wilson and Neva Gerber. Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.

13
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-03-08 - 1922-03-09
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. performances, Mary Pickford in 'Johanna Enlists.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, final episodes of 'Diamond Queen' and 1st episodes of 'Branded Four' featuring Ben Wilson and Neva Gerber. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

14
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-03-14 - 1922-03-16
Summary:

Today at 5 p.m. sharp and 9.15 p.m., Priscilla Dean in 'Reputation.' At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, Ben Wilson & Neva Gerber in 'Branded Four,' epis. 1, 2 & 3. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre. March 14 Remarks: On page 2, ad. on 'Reputation' only.…

15
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-03-14 - 1922-03-16
Summary:

Today at 5 p.m. sharp and 9.15 p.m., Priscilla Dean in 'Reputation,' Stuart Paton's tremendous drama in 7 parts. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, Ben Wilson and Neva Gerber in 'Branded Four,' episodes 1st, 2nd and 3rd. Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.

16
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-03-14 - 1922-03-16
Summary:

Today at 5 p.m. sharp and 9.15 p.m., Priscilla Dean in 'Reputation' in 7 parts. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, Ben Wilson and Neva Gerber in 'Branded Four' episodes 1st, 2nd and 3rd. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

17
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-03-21 - 1922-03-23
Summary:

Today at 5.15 p.m. and 9.15 p.m., 'Colorado,' a Universal special attraction starring Frank Mayo. At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, Ben Wilson and Neva Gerber in 'Branded Four,' 4th and 5th epis. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre. March 21-22 Remarks: On page 4, ads. on…

18
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-03-21 - 1922-03-23
Summary:

Today at 5.15 p.m. and 9.15 p.m., 'Colorado,' a Universal special attraction, starring Frank Mayo. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, Ben Wilson and Neva Gerber in 'Branded Four,' episodes 4th and 5th. Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-03-21 - 1922-03-23
Summary:

Today at 5.15 p.m. and 9.15 p.m., 'Colorado,' a Universal special attraction starring Frank Mayo. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Ben Wilson and Neva Gerber in 'Branded Four' episodes 4th and 5th. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

20
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-03-28 - 1922-03-30
Summary:

Today at 5.15 p.m. and 9.15 p.m., 'The Cast-Off,' a six-part picture made by Thomas H. Ince and features Bessie Barriscale. At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, Ben Wilson & Neva Gerber in 'Branded Four,' 6th and 7th epis. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.