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: 1921-03-12 - 1921-03-15
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15, Fritzi Scheff in 'Pretty Mrs. Smith' in 5 parts.

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Headline: A Problem
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-03-12 - 1921-03-12
Summary:

What would you do if you married a missionary, went out to Africa with him, tired of the life and came home? This is the situation in which Fritzi Scheff finds herself in the title role of 'Pretty Mrs. Smith.' The best method of solving this problem is to see for yourself how she does…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-03-12 - 1921-03-15
Summary:

Fritzi Scheff in 'Pretty Mrs. Smith.' At 9.15 p.m., 'The Iron Test,' episodes 1 & 2 in 4 parts.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-03-12
Summary:

From today until Tuesday next a Paramount picture in five parts, 'Pretty Mrs Smith' featuring Fritzie [sic] Scheff, will be screened at the Hongkong Theatre. Fatty Arbuckle will be seen in a delightful 2-part love comedy. At the 7:15 performance a new serial in fifteen episodes '…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-03-12 - 1921-03-15
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Fritzi Scheff in 'Pretty Mrs. Smith' in 5 parts.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-03-14
Summary:

A Paramount picture in five parts, 'Pretty Mrs. Smith,' featuring Fritzi Scheff, is being screened at the Hongkong Theatre. The popular Fatty is appearing in a comic entitled 'Fatty Arbuckle in Love.' Also, at the 7.15 performance a thrilling serial picture, 'The Iron…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-28
Summary:

The magnificent picture, 'The City of Purple Dreams,' in six parts attracted a large house yesterday at the World Theatre and is only to be shown for two days more, today and tomorrow at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. This picture is based on a novel written by Edwin Baird and was produced by…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-28
Summary:

The City of Purple Dreams' was shown at the World Theatre yesterday. The picture is based on a novel written by Edwin Baird, and was produced by Colin Campbell. Meanwhile, Thomas Santschi takes the leading role, together with Bessie Eyton and Fritzi Brunette. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-12-28
Summary:

The City of Purple Dreams' attracted large house yesterday in World Theatre. The picture is based on a novel written by Edwin Baird, and was produced by Colin Campbell. Thomas Santschi is cast in the leading role. Bessie Eyton and Fritzi Brunette were the leading ladies. Film synopsis…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-08-09 - 1922-08-16
Summary:

Teaser ads for the film 'The Devil to Pay.' Remarks: The ads didn't mention the theatre's name, surmised from other ads. 4 ads. per day in difference pages. August 16 Remarks: The cast includes Joseph Dowling ('The Miracle Man'), Robert McKim, Roy Stewart and Fritzi…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-16 - 1922-08-16
Summary:

One of the most gripping stories even thrown upon the screen, see Joseph Dowling, Robert McKim, Roy Stewart and Fritzi Brunette in 'The Devil to Pay.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-08-16 - 1922-08-16
Summary:

Featuring Joseph Dowling ('The Miracle Man'), Robert McKim, Roy Stewart and Fritzi Brunette.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-17 - 1922-08-17
Summary:

Tonight till Sunday, Roy Stewart, Robert McKim, Joseph Dowling, George Fisher and Fritzi Brunette in 'The Devil to Pay.'

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Headline: Rolling Em
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-09-29
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-04-04
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-17
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-05-19 - 1924-05-24
Summary:

Trifling with Honor,' starring Rockliffe Fellowes, Fritzi Ridgway [sic], Buddy Messinger and Hayden Stevenson. May 19 Remarks: Teaser ads. The ads didn't mention the theatre's name, surmised from other ads. May 20-21 Remarks: Universal-Jewel production. Film plot included. May 21-…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-20 - 1924-05-20
Summary:

Trifling with Honor,' a Universal-Jewel picture presented by Carl Laemmle, featuring Rockliffe Fellowes, Fritzi Ridgeway, Buddy Messinger and Hayden Stevenson. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-21 - 1924-05-24
Summary:

Trifling with Honor,' with a superb cast including Rockliffe Fellowes, Fritzi Ridgeway, Buddy Messinger and Hayden Stevenson.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-21 - 1924-05-24
Summary:

Trifling with Honor,' with a superb cast including, Rockliffe Fellowes, Fritzi Ridgway [sic], Buddy Messinger and Hayden Stevenson.