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: 1924-06-26
Summary:

Balzac's wonderful story, 'Eugenie Grandet,' comes to the Coronet Theatre this evening under the title of 'The Conquering Power.' Film synopsis included. 'Eugenie Grandet' was written in the full vigour of Balzac's genius, and it is only fitting that the…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-06-28
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-06-28
Summary:

Saturday is always a special occasion for cinema-goers and it is fitting therefore that today the Coronet Theatre should be showing a special feature attraction. This is 'The Conquering Power,' the film version of Balzac's novel, 'Eugenie Grandet.' Made by the producer…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-07-19
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Headline: The Sheik'
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-07-22
Summary:

(To the Editor of the 'Hongkong Telegraph') Performances of Rudolph Valentino and Agnes Ayres in 'The Sheik' which is the current attraction at the Coronet Theatre, have been quite disappointing. The film lacked 'pop' and Rudolph Valentino's acting was nothing…

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Headline: Betty Compson
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-16
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-08-18 - 1924-08-21
Summary:

August 18-19 Remarks: Teaser ads for the film 'To Have and to Hold.' The ads didn't mention the theatre's name, surmised from other ads. August 19 & 23 Remarks: Another ad. George Fitzmaurice's 'To Have and to Hold' with Betty Compson and Bert Lytell, from…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-08-18 - 1924-08-18
Summary:

To Have and to Hold.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-08-19 - 1924-08-21
Summary:

Adolph Zukor presents a George Fitzmaurice production, 'To Have and to Hold' with Betty Compson and Bert Lytell, supported by Theodore Kosloff, W. J. Ferguson, Raymond Hatton and Walter Long, a Paramount picture. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-08-19 - 1924-08-19
Summary:

For beauty, see 'To Have and to Hold.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-08-20 - 1924-08-22
Summary:

See 'To Have and to Hold.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-08-21 - 1924-08-21
Summary:

The Coronet: Today till Sunday, Betty Compson and Bert Lytell in 'To Have and to Hold.' The Star: Today only, by special request, 'Milestones' with an excellent English cast.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-08-21 - 1924-08-23
Summary:

Commencing today for 4 days only at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., a high price picture at usual prices, 'To Have and to Hold' with Betty Compson and Bert Lytell.

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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: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-08-21
Summary:

Adventure is the keynote of 'To Have and to Hold,' the big picture which comes to the Coronet Theatre this evening. Based upon the novel by Mary Johnstone [sic], 'To Have and to Hold,' is staged in the time of James I, when adventure was to be had for the seeking. Film…

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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: Hong Kong Telegraph
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,' and Adventures of Felix. The Star: Today & tomorrow at 5.30 & 9.15 p.m., Creighton Hale and Ethel Shannon in 'Riders Up.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-08-22 - 1924-08-22
Summary:

Adolph Zukor presents George Fitzmaurice production, 'To Have and to Hold' with Betty Compson and Bert Lytell, a Paramount picture. Illustration included.

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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: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-08-22
Summary:

Coronet Theatre continues to screen 'To Have and to Hold.' The film exhibits scenes from England and the new colony of Virginia.