A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-12-24
Summary:

A screen classic that critics have placed in the same category with 'The Birth of a Nation' and 'Hearts of the World' has been produced under the title of 'The Hearts of Humanity.' It will be exhibited at the Coronet tomorrow with Dorothy Philips in the principal…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-06-16 - 1920-06-18
Summary:

Tonight at 2.15, 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Elsie Janis in 'Nearly a Lady.' Also Mack Sennet's [sic] bathing girls in 'A Bedroom Blunder.' Tonight at 7.15 p.m., 'Elmo, the Mighty' episodes 13 and 14. June 16 Remarks: On page 5, another ad. on 'Nearly a Lady…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-02-24
Summary:

A glimpse of Harold Lloyd in his comedy 'High and Dizzy' and another good picture starring Mae Marsh, 'The Beloved Traitor' are showing today and tomorrow in Coronet Theatre. Noted that Miss Marsh made her fame in Griffith's great picture 'The Birth of a Nation.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-01-18
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-04-02 - 1923-04-03
Summary:

The Coronet: Harold Lloyd in 'Dr. Jack.' The Star: 5.45 and 9.15 p.m., Jack London's The Sea Wolf.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-04-03
Summary:

Harold Lloyd is giving great delight to Coronet audiences in 'Dr. Jack' which is being screened all this week. Mildred Davis is the heroine.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-04-04
Summary:

For kinema-goers, it is hard to say whether Harold Lloyd or Charlie Chaplin is better. 'Dr. Jack' is an enjoyable film showing at the Coronet today.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-04-04 - 1923-04-05
Summary:

The Coronet: all this week at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Harold Lloyd in 'Dr. Jack.' The Star: Wednesday and Thursday at 5.45 and 9.15, Marguerite Clark in 'A Widow by Proxy.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-04-07 - 1923-04-07
Summary:

The Coronet: Harold Lloyd in 'Dr. Jack.' The Star: Nazimova in A Doll's House.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-11-17
Summary:

Salome' will be shown at the Star for one day. Other big features being booked to follow including 'The Prisoner of Zenda,' 'Dr. Jack' and 'Dead Game.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-11-17
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-11-19
Summary:

The Prisoner of Zenda' is based on Anthony Hope's novel, which will be screened at the Star tonight. The film is made by Rex Ingram, starring Alice Terry. On Wednesday, the attraction will be Harold Lloyd's 'Dr. Jack.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-11-21
Summary:

Dr. Jack' starred by Harold Lloyd, will be shown at the Star tonight. Plot and production summary included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-11-21 - 1923-11-22
Summary:

At the Coronet: Showing Monday to Thursday, November 19 to 22, at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Jack Pickford in 'Garrison's Finish,' a United Artists production. Anniversary week at the Star: Today and tomorrow at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., Harold Lloyd in 'Dr. Jack.' Children…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-11-24 - 1923-11-24
Summary:

There is always a good show at the Coronet: Tonight till Sunday at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Viola Dana in 'Cinderella's Twin' and Larry Semon in 'Dew Drop Inn.' Coming, 'Orphans of the Storm.' The Star: Today at 5.30 and 9.15, Hoot Gibson in 'Dead…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-11-26 - 1923-11-26
Summary:

The Coronet: Today only, Mary Pickford in 'Through the Back Door.' The Grand: Today and tomorrow, Harold Lloyd in 'Doctor Jack.' The Star: Today only at 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'Japanese Earthquake Pictures' presented by the Taiwan Company. Usual Star prices.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-11-27 - 1923-11-27
Summary:

There is always a good show at the Coronet: Tonight at 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., D. W. Griffith presents Lilian [sic] and Dorothy Gish in 'Orphans of the Storm.' Prices: 2.30, $1.20 and 60 cents; 5.15 and 9.15, $2 and $1. The Star: Mary Pickford in 'Through the Back Door' and…

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

D. W. Griffith's big spectacular film, 'The Birth of a Nation' will commence at the Coronet tomorrow.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-01-11 - 1924-01-17
Summary:

Starting tonight at 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15, D. W. Griffith's 'Birth of a Nation.' Prices: 2.30 p.m., $1.20 and 60 cents; 5.15 and 9.15, $2 and $1. Illustration included. January 12 Remarks: Featuring Lilian [sic] Gish, Mae Marsh, Miriam Cooper, Henry B. Walthall, Robert Harron and…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-01-14
Summary:

The Birth of a Nation,' Griffith's big picture, broke all record for attendance at the Coronet over the weekend. The acting of Lillian Gish and Henry B. Walthall in the main role. Film plot included.