A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1904-07-14 - 1904-07-15
Summary:

Metropole Theatre introduced more new artistes by the Ware and Ross Entertainers including Miss Dora Grey, Jack Glynne, The Leopolds, Miss Gertie Maisie, Tom Morcomb, Hugh McCormick, Jas. Christie, Walter Keene, Charlie Jones and the Bioscope. Price and schedule included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1904-07-14
Summary:

An unusually attractive and new programme has been arranged for Saturday night's performance at the Metropole Theatre on which occasion some new artistes will make their appearance, e.g. Miss Dora Grey. A new series of animated pictures will be displayed by the Bioscope.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1904-07-14 - 1904-07-16
Summary:

More new artistes will be introduced by the Ware and Ross' Entertainers, e.g. Miss Dora Grey, Jack Glynne, The Leopolds, Miss Gertie Maisie, Tom Morcomb, Hugh McCormick, Jas. Christie, Walter Keene, Charlie Jones and the Bioscope.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1904-07-14 - 1904-07-16
Summary:

More new artistes will be introduced by the Ware and Ross' Entertainers, e.g. Miss Dora Grey, Jack Glynne, The Leopolds, Miss Gertie Maisie, Tom Morcomb, Hugh McCormick, Jas. Christie, Walter Keene, Charlie Jones and the Bioscope.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1904-07-16 - 1904-07-16
Summary:

Metropole Theatre introduced more new artistes by the Ware and Ross Entertainers tonight including Miss Dora Grey, Jack Glynne, The Leopolds, Miss Gertie Maisie, Tom Morcomb, Hugh McCormick, Jas. Christie, Walter Keene, Charlie Jones and the Bioscope. Price and schedule included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1904-08-01
Summary:

There was a crowded audience at the Metropole Theatre on Saturday night. At one time, it seemed that the night would be wet, but the drizzling rain soon ceased and this encouraged the hesitating one. The performers met with a warm reception, their acting being well applauded. The author later…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-10-08
Summary:

After the evacuation of Mons, the Fusiliers were entrenched in a farm overlooking the village of Quaregnon and one of them shouted 'We are going to cinematograph the grey devils.'

8
Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-09-23 - 1916-09-26
Summary:

On Sep 23-26, detective story Chelsea '7750' in 5 parts; 'The Grey Sentinel' in 3 parts; 'Sunny Jim at the Mardi Gras' [sic].

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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-09-23 - 1916-09-26
Summary:

Screening of 'Chelsea '7750'', 'The Grey Sentinel' and 'Sunny Jim at the Mardi Gras' for 4 nights

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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-09-25
Summary:

The Bijou Theatre is offering a very attractive programme consisting of a remarkable five-part detective story 'Chelsea 7750,' the dramatic film, 'The Grey Sentinel' and a new comic 'Sonny Jim at the Mardi Gras.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-01-21
Summary:

This afternoon, at 5.15, the Victoria Theatre has a big attraction, for 'Quo Vadis?' is to be screened. This magnificent picture is in seven parts. For tonight, there is a splendid programme, including the third and fourth episodes of 'The Great Secret,' as well as Pathe…

12
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-25 - 1919-06-27
Summary:

June 25, 26 and 27, showing Gaumont British film 1st episode, 6 parts, 'Ultus.' Exciting, thrilling, sensational. The above film is in three episodes: 1st episode, 6 parts; 2nd episode, 4 parts; 3rd episode, 5 parts. Saturday 28th June, showing 2nd episodes. Wednesday 2nd July, showing…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-05-19
Summary:

The latest recruitment from the aristocracy to the ranks of cinematograph performers is Lady Eden of Windlestone Park, Durham. Famed for her beauty, Lady Eden is said by her friends to posses the 'film scene' in a marked degree, writes a Daily Chronicle representative. She has appeared…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-11-23
Summary:

The spectacular photo-play version of Zane Grey's famous novel, 'The Light of Western Stars,' will tonight add yet another link to the chain of masterpiece productions which are being screened during the Coronet's present super-season. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-09-02 - 1921-09-05
Summary:

Friday, 2nd to Monday, 5th September, at 9.15 p.m., Zane Grey's 'Desert Gold' in 7 parts, starring E. K. Lincon [sic]. Matinee programmes: 5.15 p.m. on Friday, 2nd, 'Dempsey Carpentier,' Saturday, 3rd, 'Woman & the Law'; 7.15 p.m. from Friday, 2nd to Monday…

16
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-02 - 1921-09-03
Summary:

Friday, 2nd to Monday, 5th September at 9.15 p.m., Zane Grey's most powerful picture, 'Desert Gold' in 7 parts, starring E. K. Lincoln. Matinee programmes: Friday, 2nd and Saturday, 3rd, at 5.15 p.m., 'Dempsey vs. Carpentier' and 'Woman and the Law'; Friday,…

17
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-02
Summary:

Desert Gold,' Benjamin B. Hampton and Eltinge F. Warner's picture of the widely-read Zane Grey's novel, which distributed by W. W. Hodkinson through Pathe Exchange Inc. comes to the World Theatre. The main cast included Eileen Percy and E. K. Lincoln. Film synopsis included.

18
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-09-02
Summary:

T. H. Hunter, the director chosen by Zane Grey, the famous novelist, to create the photo-play of 'Desert Gold,' which comes to the World Theatre today. The film was starred by Walter Long. Film plot included.

19
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-09-02 - 1921-09-05
Summary:

Friday 2nd to Monday 5th September 9.15 p.m., Zane Grey's 'Desert Gold' in 7 parts, starring E. K. Lincoln. Plot included. Matinee programmes: Friday 2nd, 5.15 p.m., 'Dempsey vs Carpentier'; Saturday 3rd, 'Woman and the Law' [sic]. Friday 2nd to Monday 5th, 7.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-05 - 1921-09-05
Summary:

Friday, 2nd to Monday, 5th September at 9.15 p.m., Zane Grey's most powerful picture, 'Desert Gold' in 7 parts, starring E. K. Lincoln. Today's matinee at 5.15 p.m., Eddie Polo in 'Vanishing Dagger' 5th and 6th episodes; 7.15 p.m., 'Vanishing Trails' 6th…