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: 1919-06-13 - 1919-06-23
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., the picture that is sheer delight at the little house that shows the big pictures in other words, 'Mickey' at the Coronet. Humour, pathos, love, adventure – they are all in this fine picture; and Mabel Normand is 'Mickey,' the most delightful…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-23 - 1919-06-27
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Mack Semnet's [sic] masterpiece, 'Mickey' featuring Mabel Normand. Prices for both performances: $1.00 and 6 cents. Booking (for 9.15 p.m.) at Robinson's.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-25
Summary:

You should see 'Mickey.' A dainty, sweet 'Mickey.' You can meet her at the 'Little House' that screens the big pictures.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-26
Summary:

Last night 'Mickey' a 7-part film by Mack Sennett was screened at the Coronet. It is a wonderfully entertaining film, mostly amusing because of the escapades of Mickey, played by Mabel Normand.

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Headline: Mickey'
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-27
Summary:

Mickey' at the Coronet, is showing up till Sunday inclusive.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-01-22 - 1920-01-24
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Mabel Normand in 'Dodging a Million' in 7 parts. Matinee 80 cents and 40 cents, Soiree $1.50 and 80 cents. January 22 Remarks: Another ad. on page 5. A Goldwyn production, tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 at the Coronet. January 23 Remarks: Another ad. on page 5.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-02-02 - 1920-02-17
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., George Pearson and T. A. Welsh present Bruce Bairnsfather and Arthur Eliot's world-renowned play, 'The Better ‘ole.' Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre. February 2 Remarks: On page 5, another ad. on 'The Better 'ole' featuring…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-02-09 - 1920-02-10
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 7.15, first two episodes of the sensational transatlantic serial, 'The Circus King' featuring Eddie Polo. The only new serial film at present in Hongkong. February 9 Remarks: Another ad. on page 10. Tonight at 9.15 p.m., final performance of 'The Better ‘ole.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-02-11 - 1920-02-11
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Mabel Normand in 'Mickey.' Tonight at 7.15 p.m., 'The Circus King' episodes 1 and 2. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-07-05 - 1920-07-08
Summary:

Continuous performance, 11 a.m. to 4.45 p.m. and 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. (booked seats). Goldwyn presents Will Rogers in 'Jubilo.' Also 'The Silent Mystery' episode two, Young Mr. Jazz and British Gazette. July 5 Remarks: On page 5, another ad. on 'Jubilo' only. July 8…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-07-29
Summary:

The last screening of 'Everywoman' will take place at the Coronet on Sunday. Monday will have Blanche Sweet and Harold Lloyd in a tip-top comedy and a film of 1922 Derby with a slow motion picture of the finish.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-07-31
Summary:

The winning of Captain Cuttle in 1922 Derby just arrived and is being screened as on the items in Coronet Theatre today. The rest of the programme included 'Her Unwilling Husband' starring Blanche Sweet and there is also Harold Lloyd in 'Now or Never.'

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Headline: Betty Compson
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-16
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-21
Summary:

To Have and to Hold' is a new Paramount film which comes to the Coronet Theatre this evening. The film starred Betty Compson and Bert Lytell. The story is based on a book written by Mary Johnstone [sic]. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-21 - 1924-08-21
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Betty Compson and Bert Lytell in 'To Have and to Hold.' The Star: Today only, by special request, 'Milestones.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-22
Summary:

To Have and to Hold,' the big adventure film is still arousing keen interest in the Coronet Theatre. Thrilling incidents abound.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-22 - 1924-08-23
Summary:

The Coronet: Today till Sunday, Betty Compson and Bert Lytell in 'To Have and to Hold.' Also 'Adventures of Felix.' The Star: Today and tomorrow at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., Creighton Hale and Ethel Shannon in 'Riders Up.' And Wolf Cub Party in 'Tanderagee.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-23
Summary:

Showing at the Coronet Theatre again today is the great adventure film 'To Have and to Hold,' made by Paramount from the novel of the same name by Mary Johnstone [sic]. The leading players are Betty Compson and Bert Lytell.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-23
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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-23 - 1924-08-25
Summary:

Today only at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 (by special request), a George Fitzmaurice production, 'To Have and to Hold' with Betty Compson and Bert Lytell, a Paramount picture. Also 'Adventures of Felix.' Illustration included.