A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Empire Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-09-20 - 1918-09-23
Summary:

September 20th, 21st, 22nd and 23rd, 9.15 performance, the serial stupendous, 'The Mystery Ship' 5th and 6th episodes; The Animated Weekly No. 143; 'Lover's Lost Control' in 2 parts featuring Syd. Chaplin (Keystone). Full orchestra in attendance. Dress circle, 50 cents;…

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Headline: Empire Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-01-03 - 1919-01-06
Summary:

January 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th, 7.15 and 9.15 performance, 'Mystery of the Double Cross,' episodes 11 and 12. Also 'The Two Trunks,' another comic picture, and Annals of the War No. 4 (interesting events of the European war).

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-29
Summary:

The most awe-inspiring scenery recorded by the motion picture camera is seen in 'Blind Husbands,' the Universal photodrama of the Tyrolean Alps which comes at the Empire Theatre. The photodrama stars Eric Stroheim [sic] in the role that by his part will add to the hatred aroused by his…

4
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-30 - 1921-07-30
Summary:

Coming, Monday 1st August, 'Blind Husbands.' Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-30
Summary:

The film 'Blind Husbands,' the Universal photodrama of the Alps, which is to be shown at the Empire Theatre on Monday. Eric Stroheim [sic], who depicted the repulsive role of a Hun officer in 'The Heart of Humanity' is the starring villain of 'Blind Husbands.'…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-01 - 1921-08-05
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15, 'Blind Husbands.' At 2.30 and 7.15, 'The Son of Tarzan' episode 10, 'Daredevil Jack' episode 11 and 'Bumping Into Broadway.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-01 - 1921-08-01
Summary:

Stroheim's wonder-play, 'Blind Husbands,' a Universal-Jewel production deluxe. Plot and illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-02
Summary:

Last night a large and enthusiastic audience saw 'Blind Husbands' at both performances at the Empire (late Woping) Theatre. In this, the author, von Stroheim depicts the villain, Lieat. Aric von Steuben, so well. Film synopsis included.

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Headline: The Empire
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-05 - 1921-08-05
Summary:

Blind Husbands' is having its last performances tonight. Kowloon theatregoers are informed that this picture will not be shown at Kowloon. Many patrons missed 'The Devil's Passkey.' Do not miss this one too.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-03-30 - 1922-03-30
Summary:

The Coronet: Have you seen the Carpentier Cook fight yet? Have you seen Wanda Hawley in 'Her Beloved Villain' tonight for the last time? Illustration included. Kowloon theatre: Tonight at 9.15, for one night only, Erich von Stroheim in 'Blind Husbands.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-03-30
Summary:

Blind Husbands,' Erich von Stronheim's [sic] notable drama, shows at the Kowloon Theatre this evening.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-10 - 1923-01-17
Summary:

You'll see him double in 'The Idle Class.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-18 - 1923-01-20
Summary:

The Coronet: Tonight till Saturday, George Arliss in 'Disraeli.' Sunday, Viola Dana in 'Blackmail.' Kowloon Theatre: Tonight and tomorrow, Harold Lloyd in 'High and Dizzy' and Mabel Normand in 'The Floor Below.' Saturday and Sunday, Charlie Chaplin in…

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Headline: Kowloon Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-18 - 1923-01-18
Summary:

On Saturday and Sunday, you'll see him double in 'The Idle Class.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-19 - 1923-01-19
Summary:

Henry B. Walthall and Pauline Starke in Vitagraph's big special drama or the great outdoors, James Oliver Curwood's 'Flower of the North,' seven reels. Also Charlie Chaplin in his million-dollar comedy 'The Idle Class.' Illustration included.

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Headline: Kowloon Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-20 - 1923-01-20
Summary:

Charlie Chaplin in 'The Idle Class' and James Oliver Curwood's 'Flower of the North.' 5.45, 80 cents and 40 cents; 9.15, $1.50 and 80 cents. Picture included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-22 - 1923-01-22
Summary:

The Coronet: Tonight till Saturday, Charlie Chaplin in 'The Idle Class,' 'Heart of the North' and Topical Budget. Kowloon Theatre: 5.45 and 9.15 p.m., 'House of the Tolling Bell' and 'By the Sad Sea Waves.' Carnival on Tuesday.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-23 - 1923-01-23
Summary:

The Coronet: Tonight till Saturday, Charlie Chaplin in 'The Idle Class,' 'Heart of the North' and Topical Budget. Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9, fancy dress carnival. Novel decorations and confetti. Gentlemen $2; ladies $1.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-24 - 1923-01-24
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Charlie Chaplin in 'The Idle Class' and 'Flower of the North.' Kowloon Theatre: 5.45 and 9.15 p.m., 'House of the Tolling Bell' and 'By the Sad Sea Waves.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-25 - 1923-01-26
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Charlie Chaplin in 'The Idle Class' and 'Flower of the North.' Kowloon Theatre: Thursday and Friday, January 25 and 26, 'The Furnace.' 5.45, 60 cents and 30 cents; 9.15, $1.00 and 60 cents.