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: 1916-07-14 - 1916-07-14
Summary:

Screening of 'New Exploits of Elaine' (18th Episode: Red Roses'); Max Linder, Wiffles, Keystone Comic, Cartoon Comic and Pathe's British Gazette, 'The Great War'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-07-15 - 1916-07-17
Summary:

Tonight: Screening of 'New Exploits of Elaine' (18th Episode: Red Roses'); Max Linder, Wiffles, Keystone Comic, Cartoon Comic and Pathe's British Gazette, 'The Great War'

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

Screening of 'The Red Circle' (7th & 8th episodes), 'The Great War', Comics: 'Wiffles', 'Water Hymphs' and 'Dust Hater'; Coming film: 'The Defence of Verdun'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-11-11 - 1916-11-11
Summary:

On Nov 10, Pathe's wonderful serial in magnificent photography, the 'Red Circle' in 2 episodes (7th and 8th); interesting: 'The Great War'; instructive: 'Lizards'; comics: Wiffles, 'Water Nymphs,' and 'Dust Hater'; do not forget the film:…

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

Tonight: Screening of 'The Red Circle' (7th & 8th episodes), 'The Great War', Comics: 'Wiffles', 'Water Hymphs' and 'Dust Hater'; Coming film: 'The Defence of Verdun'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-12-18 - 1916-12-20
Summary:

On Dec 19, performance by Brilliant; 'Sons of France,' a thrilling tale of modern warfare in 3 parts, including French fighting, its difficulties and dangers; Pathe's British Gazette, The Great War; 'Have You Seen My Girl'; 'A Well Sick Man'; 'Wiffles the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-12-19 - 1916-12-19
Summary:

Performance by Miss May Brilliant; Screening of 'Sons of France', Pathe's British Gazette, 'The Great War', 'Have You Seen My Girl', 'A Well Sick Man', 'Wiffles the Masked Marksman', 'A Lucky Leap' (Keystone)

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-12-20 - 1916-12-20
Summary:

Tonight: Performance by Miss May Brilliant; Screening of 'Sons of France', Pathe's British Gazette, 'The Great War', 'Have You Seen My Girl', 'A Well Sick Man', 'Wiffles the Masked Marksman', 'A Lucky Leap' (Keystone)

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-12-21 - 1916-12-21
Summary:

Tonight, the last night of performance by Miss May Brilliant; Screening of 'Sons of France', Pathe's British Gazette, 'The Great War', 'Have You Seen My Girl', 'A Well Sick Man', 'Wiffles the Masked Marksman', 'A Lucky Leap' (…

10
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-01-18 - 1917-01-20
Summary:

On Jan 19, 5th and 6th episodes of the 'Iron Claw,' Intervention of Tito & The Spotted Warning; Pathe's British Gazette, 'The Great War' (1916-17 reserves in training); comic: 'Wiffles' Dancing Pumps,' 'Merely a Married Man' (Keystone), and…

11
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-04-23 - 1917-04-24
Summary:

On Apr 24, the greatest sensation of the present day, 1st serial comedy ever screened, 'New Adventures of J. Rufus Wallingford' in the Bungalow Bungle and Three Rings and a Goat; 'Wiffles Contemplates Marriage'; Pathe's British Gazette, No. 402; The Great War, American…

12
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-04-24 - 1917-04-24
Summary:

Screening of 'The New Adventures of J. Rufus Wallingford' (1st and 2nd episodes), 'Wiffles Contemplates Marriage', Pathe's British Gazette No.402, The Great War, American News

13
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-04-25 - 1917-04-25
Summary:

Tonight: Screening of 'The New Adventures of J. Rufus Wallingford' (1st and 2nd episodes), 'Wiffles Contemplates Marriage', Pathe's British Gazette No.402, The Great War, American News

14
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-01-03 - 1918-01-05
Summary:

On Jan 4, Pathe's greatest serial, featuring Mollie King, 9th and 10th episodes of 'The Mystery of the Double Cross'; interesting: 'The Great War'; comics: Wiffles in 2 parts: 'His Maiden Aunt.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-01-04 - 1918-01-05
Summary:

Friday, 4th January, Pathe's greatest serial featuring Mollie King, 9th and 10th episodes of 'Mystery of the Double Cross.' Also interesting 'The Great War' and comics: 'Wiffles' (in 2 parts) and 'His Maiden Aunt.' Booking at Anderson's.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-04-07 - 1924-04-12
Summary:

Commencing Tuesday, April 8th, Sergay Binoff presents the royal Russian ballet, headed by Hoot Gibson's 'Blinky.' A big double show for a single price. Matinee 60 cents and $1.00; nights $1.00 and $1.50. Children and servicemen half price. April 10 & 11 Remarks: New picture…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-04-12 - 1924-04-12
Summary:

Children's matinee today at 2.30, episodes 11 and 12 of 'Eagle's Talons' and Baby Peggy in 'The Muddy Bride.' 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., farewell performances of the Royal Russian Ballet and Wallace Reid in 'Always Audacious.' Tomorrow at 6 and 9.15 p.m., Charles…

18
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-04-12
Summary:

Tomorrow, the Coronet Theatre and the Star Theatre are going to screen 'Poor Men's Wives,' the companion picture of 'Rich Men's Wives' and 'Paris Green,' a delightful rural comedy with Charles Ray. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-04-12
Summary:

Showing at the Coronet Theatre tonight for the last time is 'Parted Curtains,' which pleased many large audiences during the week, while appearing at the Star Theatre – also for the last time is the Royal Russian Ballet, whose entertainment is supplemented with a very enjoyable movie…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-04-12 - 1924-04-12
Summary:

Children's matinee, today at 2.30, episodes 11 and 12 of 'Eagles Talons' and Babby Peggy in 'The [sic] Muddy Bride.' 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., farewell performances of the royal Russian ballet and Wallace Reid in 'Always Audacious.' Tomorrow at 6 and 9.15 p.m.,…