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: 1915-08-09 - 1915-08-10
Summary:

On Aug 10, a powerful drama 'Everyone His Own Destiny' in 3 parts, 'Wiffles Has Two Engagements'; Gazettes and Keystone Comics.

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Headline: Victoria
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-08-28
Summary:

The Victoria Theatre, on Friday, screened a war play of unusual interest: 'The Menace,' which is not only staged and mounted in the Film d'Art Company's best manner, but which unfolds a most strikingly ingenious plot. There was also a new Gazette, equal is point of quality to…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-04-25
Summary:

There was a good attendance at the Victoria Theatre last night when the first two episodes of the new serial 'Adventures of J. Rufus Wallingford' were shown. These pictures are considerably above the level of the ordinary American serial, and should be seen. The current programme also…

4
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-09-06
Summary:

Victoria Theatre patrons were afforded a variation of picture programme by two Manchester Regiment stars Herb Burton and Jack Canavan. It's a comedy programme from a splendid three-part picture featuring Prince, 'Whiffles' Mascot Umbrella.' The Gazette was very interesting.…

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Headline: The Victoria
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-01-08
Summary:

The 'Sons of Satan' was the principal item of the programme at the Victoria Theatre last night, besides a gazette number, portraying many live war incidents, always welcomed with the audiences. Wiffles picture 'Wiffles Has Married a Wealthy Wife' was very interesting.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-07-23
Summary:

The Devil's Pass Key' is the current attraction at the Wo Ping Theatre. Starring Una Trevelyn, Maud [sic] George, Mae Busch, Samuel de Grasse and Clyde Fillimore [sic]. Music was supplied by Coronet Orchestra. A fine tropical gazette showing the Australian cricketers at play, the…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-22 - 1921-10-24
Summary:

The Weaker Sex,' 'Start the Show' and Topical Budget. October 24 Remarks: Last performances of 'The Weaker Sex,' featuring Dorothy Dalton, Chas. Ray, Louise Glaum, Robert McKim and J. Barney Sherry. Also showing Rolin Cartoon, Comedies & Gazette.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-10-24 - 1921-10-24
Summary:

Tonight at 5.45 and 9.15, last performances of 'The Weaker Sex,' with the wonderful cast, Dorothy Dalton, Chas. Ray, Louise Glaum, Robert McKim and J. Barney Sherry. Also showing Rolin, Cartoon comedies and Gazette.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-10-24 - 1921-10-24
Summary:

Tonight at 5.45 and 9.15, last performances of 'The Weaker Sex' featuring Dorothy Dalton, Charles Ray, Louise Glaum, Robert McKim and J. Barney Sherry. Also showing Rolin and cartoon comedies and Gazette.

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Headline: Kowloon Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-11-30 - 1922-11-30
Summary:

Boys and girls who are mothers and fathers! Charles Ray in 'The Old Swimmin' Hole' at Kowloon Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-30 - 1922-11-30
Summary:

Charles Ray in 'The Old Swimmin' Hole.' Illustration included.

12
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-12-01 - 1922-12-02
Summary:

Charles Ray in 'The Old Swimmin' Hole.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-12-05 - 1922-12-05
Summary:

The Coronet: Today to Thursday, Chas. Ray in 'The Old Swimmin' Hole.' Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9 p.m., Cabaret Dance by our own American Jazz Band.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-12-05 - 1922-12-05
Summary:

The Coronet: Today till Thursday, Chas. Ray in 'The Old Swimmin' Hole.' Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9, cabaret dance by our own American jazz band.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-12-05
Summary:

The Old Swimmin' Hole,' featuring Charles Ray, was presented at Kowloon last week. It will be an attraction at the Coronet Theatre today. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-12-05
Summary:

The Old Swimmin' Hole' is the film being shown at the Coronet. The picture gets its title and its inspiration from delightful verses by James Whitcomb Riley, the American poet, who sang of 'the long, lazy days.' The film is starred by Charles Ray.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-12-05
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is screening 'The Old Swimmin' Hole' featuring Charles Ray. The film appeals to one's happy memories of his boyhood. It gets its inspiration from the verses of James Whitcomb Riley, the well-known American poet.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-12-05 - 1922-12-05
Summary:

The Coronet: Today till Thursday, Charles Ray in 'The Old Swimmin' Hole.' Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 6, cabaret dance by our own American Jazz Band.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-12-06 - 1922-12-07
Summary:

The Coronet: Today to Thursday, Chas. Ray in 'The Old Swimmin' Hole.' Kowloon Theatre: At 5.45 & 9.15 p.m., 'A Slave of Vanity.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-12-06 - 1922-12-07
Summary:

The Coronet: Today till Thursday, Chas. Ray in 'The Old Swimmin' Hole.' Kowloon Theatre: 5.45 and 9.15, 'A Slave of Vanity.'