A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-05-07 - 1917-05-07
Summary:

Daniel Frohman presents Mary Pickford in 'Rags', story by Edith Barnard Delano, produced by Famous Players Film Co.; Pictures included

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-11
Summary:

There comes to the Star Theatre this evening a man who might be described as a one-man jazz orchestra, for he takes on the burden of six instruments and plays them in the latest jazz creations. Meanwhile, 'Men' is concurrently with the above attraction, and the programme is to be…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-13 - 1922-10-14
Summary:

Showing on Friday 13th to Monday 16th, October at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., Elsie Ferguson in 'His Parisian Wife,' an Artcraft film. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-13 - 1922-10-13
Summary:

Today to Monday at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., including Sunday matinee at 6 p.m., Elsie Ferguson in the super Artcraft production, 'His Parisian Wife.' Today at 9.15 p.m., last performance of Baron Bibo, one man jazz band. Booking at the Star Ferry Wharf for Hongkong residents. Free ferry…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-13
Summary:

La Chic Parisienne' [sic] will be screened at the Star Theatre. The story progresses at this stage into a very interesting situation, and it speaks much for the histrionic ability of Elsie Ferguson, who appears in the film 'His Parisian Wife.' In addition, 'Bibo,' the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-14 - 1922-10-16
Summary:

Today to Monday at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., including Sunday matinee at 6 p.m., Elsie Ferguson in the popular Artcraft production, 'His Parisian Wife.' Booking at the Star Ferry Wharf for Hongkong residents. Free ferry tickets both ways. Open daily: 4.30 to 5.15 p.m. and 6 to 9 p.m.…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-14 - 1922-10-14
Summary:

Mon Dieu, exclaims Flauvette, aghast, as she steps over the threshold and into the staid and puritanical atmosphere of her new home, after having angled for and landed a rich American husband. A scene from 'His Parisian Wife,' featuring Elsie Ferguson, now being screened.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-14
Summary:

Elsie Ferguson makes the best hit of her career in 'The Parisian Wife,' the Paramount picture that is enjoying a successful run at the Star Theatre.

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

The Counterfeit,' a Paramount special starring Elsie Ferguson, comes to the Star Theatre this evening. It is noted that Elsie Ferguson previously appeared in 'Avalanche,' 'His Parisian Wife' and other special productions.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-10-03 - 1923-10-03
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15, Forbes Russell Comedy Company presents the world-famous drama, 'Romance.' Tomorrow, 'Bluebeard's Eighth Wife,' the comedy by Arthur Wimperis that made all London laugh. Friday, farewell performance, 'Peg o' My Heart.' Prices $3, $2 and $1…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-10-05 - 1923-10-05
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.15, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Charles Ray in 'A Tailor-Made Man.' Usual prices. The Star: Tonight at 5.30, 'An Accidental Honeymoon.' At 9.15, Forbes Russell Company, farewell performance, 'Peg o' My Heart.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-01 - 1924-01-01
Summary:

There is always a good show at Coronet: Tonight at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'Peg o' My Heart.' The Star: Tonight only, Norma Talmadge in 'The Eternal Flame.' Tomorrow, Wesley Barry in 'Penrod.' The Grand: Tonight and tomorrow, Catherine Calvert in '…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-03 - 1924-01-03
Summary:

There is always a good show at Coronet: Tonight and tomorrow at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Laurette Taylor in 'Peg o' My Heart.' Illustration included. The Star: Tonight only at 5.30 and 9.15, Jackie Coogan in 'Trouble.' The Grand: Tonight and tomorrow at 9.15 p.m…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-04 - 1924-01-04
Summary:

There is always a good show at Coronet: Last day today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Laurette Taylor in 'Peg o' My Heart.' Illustration included. The Star: Tonight only at 5.30 and 9.15, Constance Talmadge in 'Dangerous Business' and Buster Keaton in 'One Week…

15
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-22
Summary:

The Star in Kowloon is living up to its promise to put on big pictures. Today, it will present 'Uncharted Seas,' the Metro film featuring Alice Lake and Rudolf Valentino. For tomorrow, 'Peg o' My Heart,' the Laurette Taylor film is promised.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-23 - 1924-01-23
Summary:

For one night only, at ordinary prices, Laurette Taylor in 'Peg o' My Heart.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-23
Summary:

Laurette Taylor, in the part which she created, that of the winsome 'Peg' is the attraction at the Star tonight. The play must have been seen at one time or another by everybody, and interest in the film version will be all the more keen because of it. The Star announces that it has…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-04-23 - 1924-04-24
Summary:

Commencing Thursday, April 24th, special starring engagement of Mura and Koka Shipoff, the world-famous juvenile dancers in classical and characteristic dances. Picture programme includes Metro's superb presentation of Richard Ganthony's famous play, 'A Message from Mars.'…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-04-23
Summary:

The two young dancers are Mura Shipoff and her brother Koka Shipoff. Everyone who saw her at the Hongkong Hotel roof-garden when she last visited Hongkong agrees that she is a brilliant artiste. The Colony will now have ample opportunity for seeing her again, as she opens a season in the Star…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-04-24 - 1924-04-25
Summary:

Tonight till Saturday at 5.30 and 9.15, Mura Shipoff, the baby Pavlova, in classical and characteristic dances. Also Richard Ganthony's famous romantic play, 'A Message from Mars.' Prices: matinee $1.00 and 60 cents; soiree $1.50 and $1.00.