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: 1915-04-15 - 1915-04-19
Summary:

On Apr 16, a magnificent programme, a great comic 'Max Linders Elopement' [sic] in 2 parts - length 3,000 feet; 'Beel's Startagem [sic]'; Pathe's British Gazettes; Gaumont Graphics & various other interesting films; On Say at 5, 2nd series of 'What Happened…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1916-01-17 - 1916-01-19
Summary:

The drama in 3 parts, 'Neath the Lion's Paw,' on Tuesday, 18th January, 1916. A small drama, 'The Fisher Girl's Folly.' Interesting pictures including 'The Potoroo Bat' and 'Russian Army in Snow Clad Mountains.' Pathe's British Gazette…

3
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-01-20 - 1916-01-22
Summary:

Tonight! The great Pathe masterpiece in 5 parts, featuring the famous child actress Marie Fromet, of 'Les Miserables' fame in 'The Price of Discipline'; 'Pathe's British Gazette'; 'The Fantastic Umbrella'; 'In the Wood of Mortain'; '…

4
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1916-01-20 - 1916-01-22
Summary:

The great Pathe masterpiece in 5 parts, 'The Price of Discipline,' on Friday, 21th January. Marie Fromet is featured. Interesting pictures including 'The Fantastic Umbrella' and 'In the Woods of Mortain.' Pathe's British Gazette included. Comic including '…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1916-05-08 - 1916-05-10
Summary:

Dolly of the Dailies' [sic], sequel to 'What Happened to Mary,' in 3 parts and 'Professor Millar's Vision' in 2 parts on Tuesday, 9th May, 1916. Interesting pictures including 'French Troops near Salonica.' Pathe's British gazette included. Comedies…

6
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-01-15 - 1917-01-17
Summary:

On Jan 16, 3rd and 4th episodes of 'The Greed,' all should see this beautiful photoplay; interesting: Pathe's British Gazette, 'Making a Great Newspapar'; comic: 'Mother in Law's Return,' 'Home Breaking Hound' (Keystone), and 'Mary Jane Does…

7
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-05-03 - 1917-05-05
Summary:

On May 4, Pathe color 'Love's Frailty,' Pathe's exclusive feature photo, featuring Mlle Robinne; Pathe's British Gazette, The Great War; 'L' Ko Flirting a La Carte'; L' Ko's [sic] 'Curse of Word'; on May 7, Mary Pickford in the great…

8
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-05-07 - 1917-05-07
Summary:

From May 7-8, the great Paramount film 'In Rags' [sic] in 5 parts, featuring Mary Pickford; comedy 'Rufus Wallingford' [sic] in 2 parts; 'Bill's New Pal,' L. Ko [sic] comedy; Pathe's British Gazette.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-07-11 - 1917-07-13
Summary:

On July 13, Pathe's gold rooster play, 'Shadows & Sunshine' in 3 parts, featuring Baby Marie Osborne, the youngest leading lady in the world; interesting: Pathe's British Gazette and Pathe's Great War; comics: 'Statue of the Black Gladiator' (Starlight),…

10
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-02-28 - 1918-03-04
Summary:

From Mar 1-4, special engagement for a short season only, performance by Mrs. and Mr. Odeo; a Gold Rooster play 'Tears and Smiles' in 5 parts, featuring Baby Marie Osborne; Pathe's British Gazette and various comics.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-03-01 - 1918-03-04
Summary:

Programme for 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th March, special engagement for a very short season only, Mrs. and Mr. Odeo, French eccentric comedians in their latest and original novelty, 'The Mechanical Pig.' Also a Gold Rooster play in 5 parts, 'Tears and Smiles,' featuring Baby Marie…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-18
Summary:

cinema-goers are reminded that 'Moral Suicide' will be screened by special request at the Victoria Theatre at the matinee this afternoon. 'Cupid By Proxy' featuring Baby Marie Osborne will be screened soon.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-06-19 - 1919-06-24
Summary:

Tonight, 'Cupid by Proxy' with Baby Marie Osborne in title role. A musical treat by Italian artistes. Matinee: 'The Education of Mr. Pipp' (Five parts) Miss Faye in an acrobatic dance and newest songs. June 20 remarks: 'Hands Up' episode 11 and 12. A most laughable…

14
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-19 - 1919-06-19
Summary:

Those who love children and wish to witness versatile acting by little folks should see (tonight) 'Cupid by Proxy' with Baby Marie Osborne in title role. A delightful musical treat by Italian artistes. Today's matinee, 'The Education of Mr. Pipp' in five parts. Miss Faye…

15
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-19 - 1919-06-20
Summary:

Those who love children and wish to witness versatile acting by little folks should see, (tonight) 'Cupid By Proxy,' with Baby Marie Osborne in title role. A delightful, musical treat by Italian artistes: song, mandolin, flute, contrabass, etc. Today's matinee, 'The Education…

16
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-20 - 1919-06-20
Summary:

Those who love children and wish to witness versatile acting by little folks should see (tonight) 'Cupid by Proxy' with Baby Marie Osborne in title role. Matinee, Saturday 2.15 and 5 p.m., 'Hands Up' episodes 11 and 12, and a most laughable Harold Lloyd comedy.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-21 - 1919-06-21
Summary:

Tonight, 'Cupid by Proxy' with Baby Marie Osborne in title role. Italian artistes, Prof. Mannelli and Miss Fany in musical programme. Today (Saturday) matinee (2.15 and 5 p.m.) 'Hands Up' episodes 11 and 12. Tomorrow (Sunday) matinee at 6 p.m., 'The Mark of Cain'…

18
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-06-23 - 1919-06-24
Summary:

Tonight, the most thrilling episodes of 'Hands Up': episode 13, 'The Third and Last Warning' and episode 14, 'The Oracle's Decree.' A beautiful and a side splitting Harold Lloyd comedy. Matinee: Baby Marie Osborne in 'Cupid by Proxy.' Miss Faye in…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-23 - 1919-06-25
Summary:

Tonight, more thrilling episodes of 'Hands Up,' episodes 13 and 14. Also beautiful scenic and a side-splitting Harold Lloyd comedy. Wednesday matinee, Baby Marie Osborne in 'Cupid by Proxy.' Miss Faye in Eastern dance and new songs. Booking at Anderson's.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-06-23
Summary:

On Wednesday, at the matinee, the Victoria Theatre management is putting on 'Cupid by Proxy,' a picture which has an instantaneous appeal to all lovers of little folks. The principal characters are this photoplay are children, with the world famous little Marie Osborne in the title…