A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-15
Summary:

A crowded house at the World Theatre greeted 'The Scarlet Pimpernel' last night when it was shown for the first time. Dustin Farnum takes the main role and supported by Winifred Kingston. Film synopsis included. Pathe's News is shown as usual and there are comedies and other films…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-22
Summary:

The star film at the World Theatre this weekend is a five-part picture entitled 'When a Woman Strikes.' It is a tale of the wild West with a cast including Ben Wilson, Neva Gerber, Rosemary Theby, Murdock MacQuarrie and other film favourite. Film synopsis included. There is the usual…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-26
Summary:

The World Theatre's star film 'The Source' is an interesting picture with a plot staged in a lumber camp. Film synopsis included. Other films shown are the Gaumont Graphic and a very funny comedy. At 5.15, the star film is 'Melting Millions,' and first three episodes of…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-11-16
Summary:

The star film at the World Theatre is a five-part drama entitled 'Betrayed.' Film synopsis included. Other films are the Pathe News and a couple of good comedies. At the matinees, two further episodes of 'King of the Circus,' featuring Eddie Polo, are being screened.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-11-30
Summary:

Desperate Trails,' is showing at the World Theatre. It is a good picture in every respect, with Harry Carey and Irene Rich in the principal roles. Film synopsis included. The Screen Magazine is shown, also a good comedy. At the matinees at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., two further episodes of '…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-09-27 - 1924-09-30
Summary:

Jack Hoxie in 'Where Is This West?' a Universal picture. Illustration included. September 29 Remarks: Today till Thursday at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'The Hand of Vengeance' ep. 7 and 8 and 'Vod-a-vil' and 'A London Bobby.' Usual prices. September 30 Remarks:…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-09-29 - 1924-09-30
Summary:

Today & tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Jack Hoxie in 'Where Is This West?' Film plot included. Today till Thursday at 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., 'The Hand of Vengeance' [sic], ep. 7 & 8 and 'Vod-a-vil' & 'A London Bobby.' Usual prices.…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-09-29 - 1924-09-29
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Jack Hoxie in 'Where Is This West.' Today till Thursday at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'The Hand of Vengeance' episodes 7 and 8, 'Vod-a-Vil' and 'A London Bobby.'

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-09-30 - 1924-09-30
Summary:

The King of the saddle, Jack Hoxie in 'Where Is This West?' Final show today 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. Commencing tomorrow, Irene Rich and Monte Blue in 'Lucretia Lombard,' a drama of flaming passion, adapted from the famous novel by Kathleen Norris (a Harry Rapf production). Today…