A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-07-19
Summary:

A special film entitled 'On the Steps of the Throne' is being shown at Victoria Theatre tonight. Some new comic pictures will also be shown. Miss Montez and Miss Raynor will supply new dances and songs.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-07-19
Summary:

The programme at the Victoria Theatre on Saturday to Monday is notable for excellent films to be exhibited. These include the superb military film 'On the Steps of the Throne' and several very good comics. Misses Olga Montez and Kitty Raynor are still entertaining the many patrons of…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-07-29
Summary:

The Victoria and Bijou Theatres continue to draw fair houses notwithstanding the hot weather. By special request, the dramatic pictures 'On the steps of the Throne' is being reproduced at Victoria on Wednesday. Another very good production is the Eclair film 'The Restitution.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-10-04
Summary:

The new theatre draws large crowds. There will be a complete change of programme tonight and a new selection of music. 'On the Steps of the Throne,' a powerful Italian drama, 'A Girl Graduate,' Nordisk comedy drama and Standard War Graphic (war news) will be shown.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-10-06
Summary:

On the steps of the Throne' and 'A Girl Graduate' are being shown. The orchestra conducted by Professor Gonzalez is playing 'Cavalleria Rusticana.'

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Headline: Flickers
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-04-28
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-30
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-12-08
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-11-24
Summary:

Cinderella's Twin,' with Viola Dana, will continue at the Coronet until Sunday. The next big Coronet film will be 'Orphans of the Storm,' which is now in course of preparation. Bookings for the coming months include Norma Talmadge in the 'The Eternal Flame,' Wesley…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-12-01
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-12-08
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-12-11
Summary:

Those who see Jackie Coogan in 'Trouble,' his newest National attraction, at the Coronet Theatre this week, probably never will forget the courtroom scene. Film synopsis included. There are only two brief subtitles during his recital, which occupies about ten minutes of the picture…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-12-12
Summary:

Little Jackie Coogan breaks into the plumbing business in his latest picture 'Trouble,' while Buster Keaton provides his adventure in 'The Boat.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-12-12
Summary:

Next week, Coronet Theatre will be screening a First Nation [sic] attraction entitled 'Trouble' featuring Jackie Coogan and Queenie. The duo was also featured in 'Peck's Bad Boy.' The play has been compared to 'The Kid.' Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-12-12
Summary:

Little Jackie Coogan is always welcome at the Coronet. Today in his latest film 'Trouble,' he will be received with special pleasure. Film plot included. The second picture is Buster Keaton in 'The Boat.' The film is quite the best comedy yet turned out by the sad-faced…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-12-13
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is currently screening 'Trouble' featuring Jackie Coogan. Film synopsis included. For the rest of the bill, Buster Keaton is responsible for the rest of the bill.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-12-13
Summary:

Although Jackie Coogan is the featured attraction on the Coronet bill this week, it is no disparagement to him to say that this is only one of several big hits in the programme. For instance, we know a good many people who will leave the theatre thinking of nothing else but Buster Keaton. He is…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-12-14
Summary:

The Coronet, provides 'Trouble,' starring by Jackie Coogan and Wallace Berry [sic] as this week programme. While Buster Keaton's performance also included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-12-14
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is currently screening 'Trouble' featuring Jackie Coogan. The film promises to appeal to grown-ups as much as if not more, to the youngsters. Buster Keaton as the skipper of the eccentric vessel 'Damfine' brings the bill to a humorous close. The Theatre will…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-12-14
Summary:

Jackie Coogan and Buster Keaton, per media of the Coronet screen, continue to delight film fans in town. Jackie appears in 'Trouble.' Buster Keaton is becoming most familiar here, and advance reports were quite correct in announcing 'The Boat' as his best to date.