A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1918-06-29 - 1918-07-01
Summary:

The final episode of 'The Red Ace,' including Universal Weekly (world's news) and comics tonight. A great comedy in 5 parts, 'Mrs. Plum's Pudding,' on Wednesday, 3rd July.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1918-07-02 - 1918-07-04
Summary:

A great comedy in 5 parts, 'Mrs. Plum's Pudding,' on 3rd, 4th and 5th July. The new mystery serial, 'The Strange Case of Mary Page,' on Saturday, 6th July.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1918-07-04
Summary:

The Hongkong Theatre management is now showing a five-part film entitled 'Mrs. Plum's Pudding.' The principal part is filled by Miss Marie Tempest, the photoplay star. Film plot is included in this article.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-01-31 - 1919-02-03
Summary:

February 1, 2, 3 and 4, showing a special Paramount feature in 6 parts, 'Temptation,' featuring the famous opera star Geraldina [sic] Farrar. Also, Gazette and Comics. Monday February 3, matinee at 5 p.m., showing 'Quo Vadis,' a drama in 7 parts. Tuesday February 4, matinee…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-12-31
Summary:

Another attractive film entitled 'The Kreutzer Sonata' in five parts and a film adapted by Robert Chamber's greatest novel, entitled 'The Girl Philippa,' starring Anita Stewart, will be shown in Hongkong Theatre. Watch also for some special comics at intervals.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-12-31 - 1919-12-31
Summary:

Commencing tonight at 9.15 p.m., Anita Stewart in Robert W. Chambers' greatest story, 'The Girl Philippa,' a special Vitagraph feature in 8 parts. Prices: $1.00 and 50 cents. At 5.15 and 7.15 p.m., Nance O'Neil and Theda Bara in 'Kreutzer Sonata.' Illustration and…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-01-03 - 1920-01-03
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents Nance O'Neil and Theda Bara in 'Kreutzer Sonata.' 5.15 and 7.15 p.m., Anita Stewart in 'The Girl Philippa,' a war drama in 8 parts.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-09-29 - 1923-09-29
Summary:

Special children's matinee: 2.30 p.m., Topical Film, 'Buffalo Bill' episodes 12 and 13 and Harold Lloyd in 'Amongst Those Present' [sic].

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-01
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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-01 - 1924-11-01
Summary:

Next week, Sunday November 2, Opera Co. Rigoletto Trovatore. Monday only, Mary Pickford in 'Tess of the Storm Country.' Tuesday and Wednesday, Norma Talmadge in 'Ashes of Vengeance.' Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Thos. Meighan in 'White and Unmarried.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-03
Summary:

Rigoletto' and 'Il Travatore' by the Italian Grand Opera Co., proved attractive items and charmed all who crowded the theatre. This evening Mary Pickford in 'Tess of the Storm Country' is the offering. Norma Talmadge in 'Ashes of Vengeance' will be screened on…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-03 - 1924-11-03
Summary:

Today only at 5.30, Mary Pickford in 'Tess of the Storm Country.' Special music: augmented orchestra. Usual prices.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-05 - 1924-11-05
Summary:

The Coronet: November 5th to 10th, Charlie Chaplin in 'The Kid.' Also our own Topical and Prizma colour. The Star: Today only, Norma Talmadge in 'Ashes of Vengeance' with special music.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-06 - 1924-11-08
Summary:

The Coronet: November 5th to 10th, Charlie Chaplin in 'The Kid.' Also our own Topical and Prizma colour. The Star: Today to Saturday at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., Thomas Meighan in 'White and Unmarried.' Also Prizma music film and our own Topical.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-15 - 1924-11-15
Summary:

The Coronet: Today till Monday, Tom Moore and Isobel Elsom in 'The Harbour Lights.' The Star: Today till Monday at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., 'Son of Kissing Cup.' Also Century Comedy and our own Topical.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-18 - 1924-11-20
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, 'The Signal Tower.' Also Inkwell Comedy and our own Topical. The Star: Today at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., Little John Revue Co. Prices: 5.30, $1.00 and 60 cents; 9.15, $1.50 and $1.00.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-02-19 - 1925-02-21
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.30 and 9.15, short engagement of Miss Refa Miller, charming singer of dainty songs. Also Tom Mix in a thrilling drama of Hudson Bay, 'North of the Yukon,' Century comedy, Felix cartoon and our own Topical.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-03-03 - 1925-03-04
Summary:

Today and tomorrow at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., William Russell in 'The Lady From Longacre' and Charles Chaplin in 'The Cure.' Also our own Topical film and Prizma Colour. March 4 Remarks: Commencing Thursday, Harold Lloyd in 'Safety Last!'

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-03-13 - 1925-03-14
Summary:

Today till Sunday at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., monster programme at popular prices, the great Fox comedy, 'Six Cylinder Love.' Also Charles Chaplin in 'The Vagabond' and our own Topical.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-03-28 - 1925-03-28
Summary:

Today at 5.30, tomorrow at 6 p.m., William Desmond in 'Riding Pretty.' Also Topical film and comedy. Usual prices.