A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Palisade
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1916-08-04 - 1916-08-07
Summary:

(Out-of-door pictures, location near post office, Kowloon) Change of programme in weekend. The picture 'The Last Dance' in 4 parts. 'The Panama Canal' is released. Picture including 'Harry's Gazette' and 'Muggins V.C. in India.' Drama including '…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-08-05 - 1916-08-05
Summary:

Change of programme: the thrilling picture 'The Last Dance' in 4 parts, a story of Bohemian life; second series of 'Panama Canal,' illustrating the wonderful machinery and methods used in conquering nature 'Harry's Gazette' (interesting); 'Huggins V. C. in…

3
Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-06 - 1924-11-06
Summary:

Bought and Paid For.' Where?

4
Headline: The Queen's
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-11-08 - 1924-11-14
Summary:

Nov. 11-14, 20% of grosstaking at 9.15 p.m. performance on these four days will be donated by us to Earl Haig's Fund for Ex-service Men showing a Paramount superproduction, 'Bought and Paid For' with Agnes Hyres & Jack Holt. November 14 Remarks: Tomorrow at all shows, Jackie…

5
Headline: The Queen's
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-08 - 1924-11-14
Summary:

November 11, 12, 13 and 14 at 9.15 p.m., performance on these four days will be donated by us to Earl Haig's fund for 'ex-servicemen' showing a Paramount super-production, 'Bought and Paid For' with Agnes Ayres and Jack Holt. Come and enjoy a good picture and help to…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-10
Summary:

George Broadhurst's 'Bought and Paid For,' now has the William de Mille screen version of it, which comes to the Queen's Theatre today. Paramount stars Agnes Ayres and Jack Holt are the lead, with supporting included Walter Hiers, Leah [sic] Wyant and George Kuwa. The…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-11
Summary:

George Broadhurst's 'Bought and Paid For,' now has the William de Mille screen version of it, which comes to the Queen's Theatre today, probably will thrill even more effectively. Paramount stars Agnes Ayres and Jack Holt are the lead, with supporting included Walter Hiers,…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-12
Summary:

Bought and Paid For,' featuring Agnes Ayres and Jack Holt, which William de Mille has translated to the screen as a Paramount picture, from the famous stage success by George Broadhurst, was shown at the Queen's Theatre. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-14
Summary:

The final showing of 'Bought and Paid For,' a William de Mille Paramount production featuring Agnes Ayres and Jack Holt, will be given at the Queen's Theatre today.

10
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-26
Summary:

Alice Lake in her latest starring picture for Metro, 'The Golden Gift,' a Maxwell Karger production which was shown at the Queen's Theatre, gives one of the most powerful dramatic portrayals of her screen career. She was assisted by the cast of Bowers Harriett Hammond, Joseph [sic…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-11-26
Summary:

Yesterday, Queen's Theatre screened 'The Golden Gift' starring Alice Lake, the youthful Metro star. The cast also includes John Bowers, Harriett Hammond, Joseph [sic] Swickard, Bridgetta Clark, Louis Dumar, Geoffrey Webb and Camilla Clark. The film will be shown for the last time…

12
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-11-27 - 1924-11-29
Summary:

Thur. to Sun., Nov. 27th to 30th at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., First National presents Lewis Stone in 'The Golden Snare,' from the famous novel by James Oliver Curwood. Also, Buster Keaton in 'The Play House.' Price details included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-27
Summary:

The Golden Snare,' a screen version of James Oliver Curwood story, under the direction of David Hartford for release by Associated First National comes to the Queen's Theatre for four days. Lewis S. Stone, who already featured in Curwood's picture included 'The River's…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-11-27
Summary:

Queen's Theatre will be screening 'The Golden Snare' which is based on James Oliver Curwood's story. The scenes of the picture are laid at the Arctic barrens. Film synopsis included.

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Headline: Queen's
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-27 - 1924-11-29
Summary:

Thursday to Sunday, November 27th to 30th at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., First National Pictures presents Lewis Stone in 'The Golden Snare' from the famous novel by James Oliver Curwood. Also Buster Keaton in 'The Play House' in 2 parts. Prices of admission: at 5.15, 80…

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Headline: The Queen's
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-27 - 1924-11-27
Summary:

Today at all shows, James Olives Curwood presents 'The Golden Snare,' featuring Lewis Stone, Ruth Renwick and Wallace Beery. At ordinary prices. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-28
Summary:

The Golden Snare,' a screen version of James Oliver Curwood story, under the direction of David Hartford, an Associated First National picture, was shown at the Queen's Theatre last night. Lewis Stone, Ruth Renick are the main players. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-11-28
Summary:

Queen's Theatre will be screening David Hartford's production of 'The Golden Snare.' The photodrama is based on James Oliver Curwood's story of the far north. The scenes are laid at the Arctic barrens.

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-01-29 - 1925-01-31
Summary:

Souvenir tickets - no blanks. Each ticket entitled to a prize. Gold watches, toys, perfumes, confectionery etc. Manila Vaudeville Co. and Mary Philbin, the 'Merry-Go-Round' Girl in 'Fools Highway,' a Universal-Jewel De Luxe.

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-01-29 - 1925-01-31
Summary:

Today special children's matinee at 2.30 p.m., souvenir tickets, no blanks. Each ticket entitled to a prize: gold watches, toys, perfumes, confectionery etc. Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Manila Vaudeville Co. and Mary Philbin, the 'Merry-Go-Round' girl in 'Fools Highway,…