A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Amusement without Discomfort.': See the Palisade - Out of Door Pictures Location Near Post Office, Kowloon
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-08-14 - 1916-08-14
Summary:

Tonight, Eclair presents 'The Evil Genius' in 3 parts, an intensely interesting social drama showing probably the most wonderful fire scene ever screened; 'Clancarty' in 2 parts, a magnificent production by the London Films Ltd., a delightful romance in the time of William II…

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Headline: Victoria Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-02-24 - 1917-02-27
Summary:

On Feb 26, performance by Abbott and Martell; see Jackie Saunders in the 'Love of a Maid' [sic], Pathe's great production in 4 parts; see the famous Keystone comics 'Muddy Romance' and 'The Baggage Smasher.'

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Headline: The Palisade: Out-of-Door-Pictures - Location Near Post Office, Kowloon
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-08-11 - 1916-08-11
Summary:

Change of Programme: Eclair presents 'The Evil Genius', London Film Ltd's 'Clancarty', 'In the Enemy's Lines', 'Panama Canal' (4th Series), 'The District Attorneys Burglar', 'Bloomer's Wedding' and 'The Baggage…

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Headline: The Palisade: Out-of-Door-Pictures - Location Near Post Office, Kowloon
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-08-12 - 1916-08-12
Summary:

Grand Weekend Programme: Eclair presents 'The Evil Genius', London Film Ltd's 'Clancarty', 'In the Enemy's Lines', 'Panama Canal' (4th Series), 'The District Attorneys Burglar', 'Bloomer's Wedding' and 'The Baggage…

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Headline: The Palisade: Out-of-Door-Pictures - Location Near Post Office, Kowloon
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-08-14 - 1916-08-14
Summary:

Tonight's Programme: Eclair presents 'The Evil Genius', London Film Ltd's 'Clancarty', 'In the Enemy's Lines', 'Panama Canal' (4th Series), 'The District Attorneys Burglar', 'Bloomer's Wedding' and 'The Baggage…

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Headline: Victoria Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-02-26 - 1917-02-26
Summary:

Performance by 'Abbott and Martell'; See Jackie Sauders in Pathe's 'The Love of A Maid'; Keystone Comics: 'Muddy Romance' and 'The Baggage Smasher'

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Headline: Victoria Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-02-27 - 1917-02-28
Summary:

Tonight: Performance by 'Abbott and Martell'; See Jackie Sauders in Pathe's 'The Love of A Maid'; Keystone Comics: 'Muddy Romance' and 'The Baggage Smasher'

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Headline: The Coronet: Tel. No. 1743.
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-03-15 - 1920-03-19
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., British Gazette No. 615. Also 'The Code of the Yukon' and the first ‘Snub' comedy. 7.15 p.m., 'The Circus King' episodes 11 and 12.

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Headline: The Coronet: Cinema Deluxe; Kowloon Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-31 - 1921-12-31
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15, Nazimova in 'The Brat.' Kowloon Theatre: Sunday at 6 and 9.15, Constance Binney in '39 East.' Also ‘Snub' Comedy and British Gazette.

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Headline: The Coronet; Kowloon Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-01-19 - 1922-01-19
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Katherine MacDonald in 'The Beauty Market' and ‘Snub' Comedy. Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9, cabaret dance, music by Hoosier State Jazz Band. Tickets $1.00 at Moutrie's.

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Headline: The Coronet; Kowloon Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-01-20 - 1922-01-20
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Katherine MacDonald in 'The Beauty Market' and ‘Snub' Comedy. Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9.15, Marguerite Clark in 'Prunella,' Rolin Comedy and British Gazette.

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Headline: The Coronet; Kowloon Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-02-08 - 1922-02-08
Summary:

The Coronet: Today till Friday, Dorothy Gish in 'Battling Jane.' Also China Gazette, Topical Budget and ‘Snub' Comedy. Kowloon Theatre: Today at 5.45 and 9.15, Rex Beach's great Alaskan drama, 'The Silver Horde' and Topical Budget.

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Headline: The Coronet; Kowloon Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-02-09 - 1922-02-09
Summary:

The Coronet: Today till Friday, Dorothy Gish in 'Battling Jane.' Also China Gazette, Topical Budget and ‘Snub' Comedy. Kowloon Theatre: Today at 5.45 and 9.15, Tom Moore in 'Toby's Bow' and six-piece orchestra.

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Headline: The Coronet; Kowloon Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-02-10 - 1922-02-10
Summary:

The Coronet: Today till Friday, Dorothy Gish in 'Battling Jane.' Also China Gazette, Topical Budget and ‘Snub' Comedy. Kowloon Theatre: Tonight, Katherine MacDonald in 'The Beauty Market.' Monthly tickets at $6.00 each.

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Headline: The Coronet; Kowloon Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-04-19 - 1922-04-19
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at all shows, Harold Lloyd in 'Among Those Present,' Madge Kennedy in 'Day Dreams' and Topical Budget. Kowloon Theatre: Today at 5.45 and 9.15, Will Rogers in 'Jubilo' and ‘Snub' Comedy.

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Headline: World Theatre: Phone 1337; Hongkong's Most Modern Picture Palace, Entirely Under British Management
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-04-07 - 1922-04-10
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. (except Sunday matinee), Goldwyn presents Frank Lloyd's production, 'A Voice in the Dark.' Also ‘Snub' Pollard comedies. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Art Acord in 'The White Horseman' episodes 8 and 9. Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.

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Headline: World Theatre: Phone 1337; Hongkong's Most Modern Picture Palace, Entirely Under British Management
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-04-14 - 1922-04-14
Summary:

Today at 5.15 sharp and 9.15 p.m., May McAvoy and Bruce Gordon in 'The House of the Tolling Bell' and ‘Snub' Pollard Comedies. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, Art Acord in 'The White Horseman' episodes 10 and 11. Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.

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Headline: The Coronet; Kowloon Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-05-10 - 1922-05-10
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Harold Lloyd in 'From Hand to Mouth' and Madge Kennedy in 'The Girl with the Jazz Heart.' Kowloon Theatre: Wednesday and Thursday, May 10 and 11, Mabel Normand in 'Sis Hopkins,' ‘Snub' Comedy and British Gazette.

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Headline: The Coronet; Kowloon Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-05-11 - 1922-05-11
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, 'The Right of Way' with Bert Lytell and Topical Budget. Kowloon Theatre: Last showing tonight, Mabel Normand in 'Sis Hopkins,' ‘Snub' Comedy and British Gazette.

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Headline: The Coronet; Kowloon Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-30 - 1922-07-01
Summary:

The Coronet: last day of all-comedy programme. Kowloon Theatre: Friday to Sunday at 9.15, matinee Saturday and Sunday, attraction extraordinary, James Kirkwood in 'The Forbidden Thing,' ‘Snub' Comedy and Gazette.