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.

10
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.

12
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-01 - 1922-08-01
Summary:

A picture for the kiddies! Export & Import Film Co. presents Col. Wm. N. Selig's 'The Jungle Goddess,' Elinor Field and Truman Van Dyke. Illustration included.

13
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-02 - 1922-08-03
Summary:

The Coronet: 'Captain Cuttle's Derby,' 'Her Unwilling Husband' and Harold Lloyd in 'Now or Never.' Kowloon Theatre: Today at 5.45 and 9.15, 'The Jungle Goddess,' the greatest wild animal picture ever screened.

14
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-02 - 1922-08-02
Summary:

Col. Wm. N. Selig's 'The Jungle Goddess.' Kowloon boys and girls admitted free on presentation of their parents' visiting card bearing address and names of children to be admitted. Others, 25 cents each. Adult double. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-03 - 1922-08-03
Summary:

Are invited to come along at 5.45 p.m. this evening and don't forget daddy's card with your name and address.

16
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-09 - 1922-08-10
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, D. W. Griffith's 'The Greatest Question.' Kowloon Theatre: Today at 5.45 and 9.15, 'The Jungle Goddess' and ‘Snub' Pollard in 'Cash Customers.'

17
Headline: Kowloon Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-09 - 1922-08-09
Summary:

Today at 5.45 and 9.15, by all means go and see Selig's 'The Jungle Goddess,' starring Elinor Field and Truman Van Byke, 15 specular episodes. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-09
Summary:

The third and fourth episodes of 'The Jungle Goddess' are being screened at the Kowloon Theatre today.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-16 - 1922-08-16
Summary:

The Coronet: Norma Talmadge in 'The Sign on the Door.' Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15, 'The Jungle Goddess' and ‘Snub' Pollard in 'Save Your Money.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-17 - 1922-08-17
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, 'The Devil to Pay.' Kowloon Theatre: Today at 5.15 and 9.15, 'The Jungle Goddess' and ‘Snub' Pollard in 'Save Your Money.'