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: 1910-11-21
Summary:

A packed house witnessed the performance at the Bijou Theatre on Saturday evening. The films shown by the biorama were exceptionally good, and two especially were about the test we have seen in Hongkong. We refer to 'The Use of the Lasso on the Plains of Celebes' and the 'East of…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1917-04-10
Summary:

Mr. C. R. Bosworth and Mr. Joseph deFrenes, photographers of the Lyman H. Howe Films Company, had many new and novel experiences in making the new picture 'The Manufacture of a Motor Car' recently filmed at the Willys-Overland Factory, Toledo, Ohio, U.S.A.

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Headline: Empire Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-10-01 - 1918-10-03
Summary:

1st, 2nd and 3rd October, 9.15 performance, the distinguished Universal favourite Hobart Bosworth in that dramatic masterpiece, 'Colorado,' by the eminent dramatist, Augustus Thomas, author of 'In Mizzoura,' 'The Embassy Ball,' 'Arizona,' 'The Meddler…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-03-20 - 1919-03-22
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., Creighton Hale and Gladys Hulette in 'Annexing Bill.' 'Payment in Full,' see Stub [sic] and Burns in this screaming comedy. Sunday matinee, 23rd March at 6 p.m., 'A Little Brother of the Rich' featuring Hobart Bosworth with Jane Novak and…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-03-20 - 1919-03-22
Summary:

Creighton Hale and Gladys Hulette in 'Annexing Bill.' Payment in full, see Stub and Buras in the screaming comedy. 'A Little Brother of the Rich' featuring Hobart Bosworth with Jane Novak and Hobart Henley. Booking at Anderson's.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-03-20 - 1919-03-22
Summary:

Tonight 9.15 p.m., Creighton Hale and Gladys Hulette in 'Annexing Bill.' Here is a fine example of what a light romantic comedy should be. A spirited romance and an elemental plot closely knit and splendidly arranged so that the tense interest is sustained right up to the last minute.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-05-15 - 1919-05-17
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., Pathe presents Ruth Roland in 'Hands Up.' Matinee Sunday, May 18th at 6 p.m., 'Colorado,' a dramatic masterpiece, featuring Hobart Bosworth and an all-star cast in 5 acts. Booking at Anderson's.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-05-15 - 1919-05-17
Summary:

Beautiful Ruth Roland in a new Pathe serial 'Hands Up.' A Beautiful Heroine, 'The Phantom Riders,' 'The Bride of the Sun.' Don't Miss the opening episodes. May 15-17 remarks: Matinee, 'Colorado,' a dramatic masterpiece featuring Hobart Bosworth.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-05-15 - 1919-05-17
Summary:

Tonight 9.15 p.m., Pathe presents Ruth Roland in the cyclonic western motion picture serial packed full of daring adventures and heart-stirring romance, 'Hands Up.' Matinee Sunday, May 18th at 6 p.m., 'Colorado,' a dramatic masterpiece featuring Hobart Bosworth and all-star…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-09-27
Summary:

The Coronet Theatre, in presenting 'The Gay Old Dog' tonight, is giving the public one of the photoplay treats of the year. Hobart Henley produced and directed the film from the original short story by Edna Ferber. The main roles are portrayed by John Cumberland and Gertrude Robinson,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-10-25
Summary:

The Devil Stone,' an extraordinary photoplay in five parts, produced by Cecil B. de Mille, is showing at the Hongkong Theatre to large houses. The play features the famous actress Geraldine Farrar in the leading role. Miss Farrar is supported by a notable cast, including Wallace Raid, Tully…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-07
Summary:

At the Coronet Theatre tonight, Harold Lloyd is back again with 'Number, please!' [sic]. Another item in the programme is 'The Miracle of Money,' which is a five-part Hobart Henley production.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-11-16
Summary:

Miriam Cooper, who had featured in 'The Woman and the Law,' now appears in a new film entitled 'Betrayed,' which is a new film in the World Theatre. The other cast included Hobart Bosworth. Another forthcoming picture 'The Seeds of Vengeance' is promised soon.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-07-04
Summary:

Hongkong is going to play an important part in the picture world if the plans tentatively drawn up by a prominent motion picture magnate of San Francisco bear fruit. Mr. Kenneth McGaffey, secretary of the Motion Picture Utility Corporation of San Francisco, is considering plans for the filming…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-07-19 - 1922-07-19
Summary:

The Coronet: Harold Lloyd in 'I Do' and Wesley Barry in 'Don't Ever Marry.' Kowloon Theatre: At 5.45 and 9.15, Juanita and Conchita in songs and dances. Hobart Bosworth in 'White Hands.' Prices: $1.50 and 80 cents.

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Headline: Kowloon Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-07-19 - 1922-07-19
Summary:

Tonight, 'White Hands' with Hobart Bosworth. Added attraction: Juanita and Conchita in songs and dances. Tickets: $1.50 and 80 cents. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-07-19 - 1922-07-19
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Harold Lloyd in 'I Do,' and Wesley Barry in 'Don't Ever Marry.' Kowloon Theatre: At 5.45 and 9.15, Hobart Bosworth in 'White Hands' and Snub Pollard Comedy. Prices as usual.

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Headline: Kowloon Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-07-19 - 1922-07-19
Summary:

White Hands' with Hobart Bosworth. Story by C. Gardner Sullivan, directed by Lambert Hillyer. Ilustration included. Prices as usual.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-07-19 - 1922-07-19
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Harold Lloyd in 'I Do' and Wesley Barry in 'Don't Ever Marry.' Kowloon Theatre: At 5.45 and 9.15, Hobart Bosworth in 'White Hands' and ‘Snub' Pollard comedy. Prices as usual.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-07-20 - 1922-07-21
Summary:

The Coronet: Harold Lloyd in 'I Do' and Louise Glaum in 'Sahara.' Kowloon Theatre: Juanita and Conchita, and Hobart Bosworth in 'White Hands.'