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: 1918-05-16 - 1918-05-17
Summary:

From May 17 to 20, the final episodes of 'The Fatal Ring,' 'The Crystal Maze' and 'The End of the Trail'; British Gazette No. 444, American Gazette No. 53; Harold Lloyd in 'Bliss.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-05-18 - 1918-05-18
Summary:

Tonight, the final episodes of 'The Fatal Ring,' 'The Crystal Maze' and 'The End of the Trail'; British Gazette No. 444, American Gazette No. 53; Harold Lloyd in 'Bliss.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-05-24 - 1918-05-24
Summary:

Tonight, the perfect programme, British Gazette No. 445, with all the news from home; 'The On-the-Square Girl,' the finest 5 part film ever shown in the far East; 'Luke & the Wild Woman,' a side splitting comedy in 2 parts.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-05-24 - 1918-05-05
Summary:

From May 24-27, 'The On-the-Square Girl,' a story of New York's fast set and of one girl who was on the square; 'Luke & the Wild Woman,' half-an-hour's fun in the Harem of the Shah; British Gazette No. 445.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-06-07 - 1918-06-08
Summary:

From June 7-10, the opening episodes of 'The Seven Pearls,' episode 1 'The Sultan's Necklace' in 3 parts and episode 2 'The Bowstring' in 2 parts; Harold Lloyd in all aboard; British Gazette No. 447.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-07-18 - 1918-07-20
Summary:

July 18-20. 'The Seven Pearls' episode 11 'The Gems of Jeopardy.' Episode 12 'Buried Alive.' 'From London to Laramie' [sic], two-part Lonesome Luke comedy. British Gazette No. 452.

7
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-08-16 - 1918-08-17
Summary:

August 16-18. Gladys Hulette and Paul Clerget in 'A Crooked Romance.' British Gazette No.456 and American Gazette No.72. 'Beat It.' Harold Lloyd in one of his funniest comedies.

8
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-08-17
Summary:

That very charming picture star, Gladys Hulette, has created such a favourable impression on Hong Kong audiences for her versatility, exceptionally good acting and engaging charm, that any films in which she appears to make an instant appeal. The management of the Victoria Theatre has secured…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-08-23
Summary:

There was an absolutely crowded house at the Victoria Theatre last night, when the special attraction provided was the great five-part film, 'The Mark of Cain.' The main feature is the very clever acting of Mrs. Vernon Castle, who has the leading role, and who is seconded by Mr.…

10
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-08-29 - 1918-08-31
Summary:

August 29-31. 'The Labyrinth.' British Gazette No. 460. 'Luke's Honeymoon' [sic]. Sunday, 'The Light that Failed.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-09-12 - 1918-09-14
Summary:

September 12-15. Performance. 'The Hidden Hand' episode one and two. Harold Lloyd in 'Love, Laughs and Lather.' British Gazette No.462.

12
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-09-14
Summary:

The programme provided by the management of the Victoria Theatre on Thursday and last night, and which is gaining to be presented tonight, is one that should prove a draw to a considerable number of people. Ever since the last stirring serial film shown at the Victoria ended, Hong Kong has been…

13
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-09-19 - 1918-09-21
Summary:

September 19-22. 'The Hidden Land' episode 3 'The Isle of Dread,' episode 4 'The False Locket.' 'Move on,' Harold Lloyd comedy. British Gazette No.465-466.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-10-10 - 1918-10-12
Summary:

October 10-12. Performance. 'The Hidden Hand' episodes 9 and 10. British and American Gazettes. 'Luke and the Mermaids.' Sunday, 'M' Liss.'

15
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-11-21 - 1918-11-23
Summary:

November 21-24. 'The House of Hate' episode 5 and 6. British and American Gazette. Harold Lloyd in 'Look Pleasant, Please.' Coming soon: the dancer and singer, Miss S. Potapowich and Miss R. Tushynska. Booking at Anderson's.

16
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-11-22
Summary:

A most enjoyable programme, full of variety, is now being shown at the Victoria Theatre. It includes fresh episodes of the thrilling serial 'The House of Hate.' Other features are the British and American Gazettes and an exceedingly funny Harold Lloyd film entitled 'Look Pleasant…

17
Headline: Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-02-17 - 1919-02-19
Summary:

Tonight, 'Caligula,' 'Lonesome Luke, Plumber,' and British Gazette No.488. No half-price tickets. Booking at Robinson's.

18
Headline: Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-02-24 - 1919-02-26
Summary:

Tonight, Frank Keenan in 'Ruler of the Road.' Harold Lloyd in 'Over the Fence.' British Gazette No. 489. Booking at Robinson's.

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Headline: Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-03-04 - 1919-03-05
Summary:

Tonight, Gladys Hulette in 'The Streets of Illusion.' Also 'Luke's Wild Women' and British Gazette No. 491. Booking at Robinson's.

20
Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-04-03 - 1919-04-05
Summary:

See Norma Talmadge in 'The Children in the House,' Harold Lloyd in 'Swing Your Partners,' and British Gazette Nos. 511 to 515. Booking at Robinson's.