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: 1921-09-30
Summary:

The Symbol of Sacrifice' in eight exciting parts, will be screened for the first time in Hongkong at the World Theatre. The film was produced by The African Film Productions Ltd., and shown by The Middle East Films Ltd.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-10-03
Summary:

The management of the World Theatre has invited 80 boy scouts and cadets to witness the great production 'The Symbol of Sacrifice' tonight.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-10-04 - 1921-10-06
Summary:

Tonight 9.15 p.m., Vivian Martin in 'Little Miss Optimist.' Also latest Gaumont Graphic and various comedies. Matinee programmes: 5.15 p.m., 'The Sport of Kings'; 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Vanishing Dagger' [sic] episodes 13 and 14. Booking at Messrs Mehta and Co. Tel…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-10-07 - 1921-10-11
Summary:

Tonight 9.15 p.m., by arrangement with Broadwest Films, a deluxe sporting drama of the season starring Stewart Rome and Gregory Scott in 'A [sic] Gentleman Rider.' Matinee programmes: 5.15 p.m., 'Little Miss Optimist'; 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Trailed by Three' episodes…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-10-10
Summary:

World Theatre is screening the film 'The Symbol of Sacrifice.' A double attraction is offered in Russian and Hungarian dance by Mr. and Mrs. Gordan.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-10-13 - 1921-10-15
Summary:

Matinee 4.30 p.m., Friday 14th, Saturday 15th and Monday 17th, 'The Symbol of Sacrifice' in 8 parts. Owing to the great length of this picture, the show starts at 4.30 p.m. sharp.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-10-14 - 1921-10-17
Summary:

Tonight 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents Dustin Farnum in 'The Scarlet Pimpernel.' Matinee 4.30 p.m. sharp, 'The Symbol of Sacrifice'; 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Trailed by Three' episodes 4th and 5th. Usual price. Booking at Messrs Mehta and Co. Tel 951.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-10-25 - 1921-10-27
Summary:

Tonight 9.15 p.m., Jesse L. Lasky presents Wallace Reid in 'The Source.' Also Gaumont Graphic and comedies. Matinee 5.15 p.m., George Walsh in 'Melting Millions'; 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Eddie Polo in 'The King of the Circus' [sic] 1st, 2nd and 3rd episodes. Popular…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-10-31 - 1921-11-03
Summary:

Tonight 9.15 p.m., 'La La Lucille,' a special comedy attraction featuring Eddie Lyons and Lee Moran in 5 parts. Matinee: 5.15 p.m., Wallace Reid in 'The Source'; 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 4th and 5th episodes of 'King of Circus' [sic]. Popular prices. Booking at Messrs…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-11-04 - 1921-11-05
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Anita Stewart in 'Her Kingdom of Dreams' and Topical Budget 525. Cinema Dance tonight at Kowloon Theatre at 5.30 and 9 p.m., Charles Ray in '45 Minutes From Broadway' and British Gazette. Also first-class dance floor and tip-top orchestra…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-11-09 - 1921-11-10
Summary:

Tonight 9.15 p.m., Jack Sherrill and Mabel Withee in 'Once to Every Man' in 6 parts. Also Comedies and Pathe News. Matinees: 5.15 p.m., 'La La Lucille'; 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Eddie Polo in 'King of Circus' [sic] episodes 6 and 7. Booking at Messrs Mehta and Co. Tel…

12
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-11-14 - 1921-11-14
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15, 'The Best of Luck,' 'Make It Snappy' and British Gazette. At 7.15 p.m. only, 'The Phantom Foe' episodes 3 and 4. Kowloon Theatre tonight at 9 p.m. only, 'The Make-Believe Wife.' Also Mack Sennett comedy, screen magazine and…

13
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-11-15 - 1921-11-15
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15, 'The Best of Luck,' 'Make It Snappy' and British Gazette. At 7.15 p.m. only, 'The Phantom Foe' episodes 3 and 4. Kowloon Theatre tonight at 9 p.m. only, Mabel Normand in 'Pinto.' Also ‘Snub' comedy, screen magazine and…

14
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-11-21 - 1921-11-24
Summary:

Commencing today for 3 days only, 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. performances, the world's heavyweight championship contest between 'Dempsey and Carpentier,' 5 reels of terrific action. Usual prices. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Eddie Pollo in 'King of Circus' [sic] 10 and 11 episodes.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-11-23 - 1921-11-25
Summary:

Blanche Sweet in 'That Girl Montana.' Kowloon Theatre, today at 5.30 and 9.15, Jack Pickford in 'A Double-Dyed Deceiver.' Also ‘Snub' Comedy, British Gazette and dancing.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-11-29 - 1921-12-01
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Harry Carey and Irene Rich in 'Desperate Trails.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Eddie Pollo in 12th and 13th episodes of 'King of Circus' [sic]. Booking at Messrs Mehta and Co., Tel 951.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-12-06 - 1921-12-07
Summary:

Today till Wednesday at 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Douglas Fairbanks in 'Say! Young Fellow.' Kowloon Theatre, for two nights only, commencing at 9.15 sharp, matinee Wednesday 5.45 p.m., 'The Symbol of Sacrifice,' in 3 reels.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-12-06 - 1921-12-08
Summary:

Tuesday, 6th to Thursday, 8th at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Ruth McTammany and George Labkin [sic] in 'Alma, Where Do You Live?' a picturization of the well-known Broadway play success. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances: 14 and 15 episodes of 'King of Circus' [sic] featuring Eddie…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-12-13 - 1921-12-15
Summary:

Today 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. today, Virginia Faire and Leonard Clapham in 'Under Northern Lights.' Eddie Lyons and Lee Moran in 'Roman Romeos,' a Universal Jewel comedy. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, 16 and 17 episodes of 'King of Circus' [sic]. Booking at Messrs…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-12-20 - 1921-12-22
Summary:

Today 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., G. A. [sic] Anderson in 'Naked Hands.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., final episodes of 'King of Circus' [sic] and last episode of 'Great London – Mystery' [sic]. Booking at Messrs Mehta and Co., (Tel. 951).