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: 1923-04-12
Summary:

On the speaking stage 'Cousin Kate,' a film version of which constitutes the main attraction at the Star Theatre, was a comedy drama in four acts, which enjoyed two long and highly successful seasons – when first produced by Charles Frohman with Ethel Barrymore. Transferred to the…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-04-12 - 1923-04-12
Summary:

The Coronet: Wednesday to Monday at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Max Linder in 'The Three Must Get Theres.' The Star: Tuesday and Wednesday at 5.30 and 9.15, Alice Joyce in 'Cousin Kate,' 'The Rent Dodgers' and British Gazette.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-04-13
Summary:

Alice Joyce, the beautiful young Vitagraph star in the title role of 'Cousin Kate,' a film version of which is being shown at the Star Theatre, Kowloon this week. Film plot included.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-04-13 - 1923-04-14
Summary:

At 5.30 and 9.15, Alice Joyce in 'Cousin Kate.' Also 'The Rent Dodgers' and Pathe's British Gazette.

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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 - 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.'

7
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-09-05
Summary:

Paramount film 'To Have and to Hold' is to be shown at the Star Theatre this evening following its very successful run at the Coronet last week. The film starred Betty Compson and Bert Lytell, under the production of George Fitzmaurice. Film plot included.

8
Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-09-05 - 1924-09-06
Summary:

Friday and Saturday at 5.30 and 9.15, Adolph Zukor presents a George Fitzmaurice production, 'To Have and to Hold' with Betty Compson and Bert Lytell, a Paramount picture. An unusual picture at the usual prices. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-09-06
Summary:

To Have and to Hold,' made by Paramount from the novel by Mary Johnstone [sic], is a picture currently showing at the Star Theatre. Bert Lytell and Betty Compson are the lead players. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-09-06
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-09-06
12
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-09-09
Summary:

In 'A Full House,' the Paramount feature which will be screened at the Star Theatre tonight and tomorrow night, Bryant Washburn, the well-known light comedian, takes the leading part. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-09-09 - 1924-09-09
Summary:

The Coronet: Final showing today, Claire Windsor and Norman Kerry in 'The Acquittal.' The Star: Today and tomorrow at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., Bryant Washburn and Lois Wilson in 'A Full House.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-09-10
Summary:

Local cinema-goers are reminded of the final show of the Paramount picture, 'A Full House' at Star Theatre today, which is starred by Lois Wilson and Bryant Washburn. Directed by James Cruze.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-09-10 - 1924-09-10
Summary:

The Coronet: Today till Saturday at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Bert Lytell, May McAvoy and Betty Compson in 'Kick In.' The Star: Today only at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., Bryant Washburn and Lois Wilson in 'A Full House.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-02-05
Summary:

Hongkong folk who have read Frances Hodgson Burnett's story Ediths's Burglar, will be delighted to know that the film version, entitled 'The Family Secret' is to be screened at the Star Theatre. Those who saw 'Merry-Go-Round' at the Coronet or the Star, will be glad…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-02-06
Summary:

Baby Peggy featured in 'The Family Secret,' which will be screened at the Star Theatre. The story is based on Mrs. Frances Hodgson Burnett's story 'Editha's Burglar,' or, as it was styled more briefly when adapted for the stage by Mr. Augustus Thomas, 'The…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-02-07
Summary:

The Family Secret' starred by Baby Peggy, attracted large crowded at the Star Theatre. The story is based on Frances Hodgson Burnett's novel, called 'Edithe's Burglar.' Baby Peggy is likely to take the place of Marie Osborne and Zoe Hay. The picture also starred by…