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: 1914-11-10
Summary:

Friday's Relief Fund performance at the Victoria Theatre included Mr. Harry Ralph and Mr. W. Bassett Cawaey. Mr. Ralph's 'A Voyage of Disaster' monologue was humorous and successful. Performances by Taylor, Haylock, Millar, Palmer, Bombardier McArdle, Douglas and Barry.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-10-02
Summary:

The 'Venus' A.D.S would like to thank all audiences and forward funds to charity.

3
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-10-11
Summary:

Members are reminded of the Concert at the Victoria Theatre on the 12th inst., in support of 'Our Day.'

4
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-10-24
Summary:

To the Editor S. C. M. Post – E. Ralphs begged to enclose a copy of the statement of accounts in connection with the concert held at the Victoria Theatre. A cheque has been forwarded to Mr H.C. Sandford. Hon. Treasurer, 'Our Day' Funds.

5
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-08-08 - 1917-08-09
Summary:

Coming screening of 'The Shielding Shadow' featuring Grace Darmond, Leon Bary and Ralph Kellard, it is the first release on Pathe's new Five Million Dollar serial programme and gained enormous success in London which has been published in the 'News of the Wrold'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-08-09
Summary:

Victoria Theatre is going to show 'The Shielding Shadow' tomorrow. This Pathe serial continues the success of 'Elaine' to 'Red Circle,' 'The Perils of Pauline,' and 'The Iron Claw.' The film is played by Grace Darmond, Ralph Kellard and Leon Bary…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-08-10 - 1917-08-10
Summary:

An one-paged ad.; Screening of Pathe's 'The Shielding Shadow' (1st and 2nd episodes) featuring Grace Darmond, Leon Bary and Ralph Kellard, 'Luke and the Mermaids' and 'Nutty News'

8
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-08-24 - 1917-08-25
Summary:

Screening of 'The Shielding Shadow' (5th & 6th episodes) featuring of Grace Darmond, Leon Barry and Ralph Kellard, Max Linder in 'Max, Victim of the Clutching Hand', British, French & American Gazettes

9
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-11-29 - 1919-12-02
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents Ralph Kellard with Dorothy Green in 'Her Mother's Secret.' Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-12-01
Summary:

William Fox's new production is now being shown at this Theatre. It is an emotional drama in five parts entitled 'In Her Mother's Secret,' featuring Dorothy Green and Ralph Kellard. At intervals, some new comedies will be introduced. During the 7.15 performances, the 5th and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-05-28
Summary:

Virtuous Men,' the Coronet's latest super film, is an ambitious production. It is under the direction of Ralph Ince. The cast includes such well-known names as E. K. Lincoln, Grace Darling, Robert W. Cummings, William B. Mack and Danny Hayes. Film synopsis included. In addition, the…

12
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-18
Summary:

The recent William Fox picture, 'The Heart of a Lion' is taken from Ralph Connor's novel, 'The Doctor.' In the picture, William Farnum is the principal role, and William is supported by Mary Martin and William Courtleigh. The picture is available from today at the World…

13
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-05-15
Summary:

Mr. Ralph Bridges of Singapore has been charged in the police court at the instance of Mr. T. M. Hussey, Censor of Cinema Films, on the charge of attempted cheating by falsely pretending to Mr. Husset that a film produced on April 29 last was the same film as that shown to the complainant the…

14
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-05-20
Summary:

An unusual case is taking place in Singapore in which Mr. Ralph Bridges, manager of the Singapore office of the Lasky Famous Players Film Company, is charged with attempting to check the Official Film Censor, Capt. T. M. Hussey, by falsely and fraudulently pretending to him that a film delivered…

15
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-11 - 1922-08-11
Summary:

University of California jazz band, including Mark Matlock and Ralph Bagley, will perform tonight at the special dance.

16
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-09-15
Summary:

The Silent Lie,' a R. A. Walsh drama which William Fox presents, will be shown at the World Theatre today. In particular, Miriam Cooper, Charles Clary and Ralph Lewis take the principal roles in the film. Film plot included.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-04 - 1922-11-04
Summary:

Scarlet Days,' with Clarine Seymour, Richard Barthelmess, Walter Long, Carol Dempster, George Fawcett and Ralph Graves, a D. W. Griffith production.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-02-07 - 1923-02-08
Summary:

Wednesday 7th to Saturday 10th February at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Ralph Ince in 'Out of the Snows' in 7 parts. Prices of admission: matinee 60 cents and 40 cents; night show $1.00 and 60 cents. Booking at the theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-02-08
Summary:

Out of the Snows,' a Ralph Ince production released by National Pictures, was shown at the World Theatre yesterday. The leading role is played by Gladys Coburn, while Anitah, a half breed Indian maiden, is depicted as Zena Keefe. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-02-09 - 1923-02-10
Summary:

Wednesday 7th to Saturday 10th February at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Ralph Ince in 'Out of the Snows' in 7 parts. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'The Adventures of Robinson Crusoe' episodes 9 and 10. Prices of admission: matinee 60 cents and 40 cents; night show $1.00 and 60 cents. Booking at…