A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: World Theatre: Hongkong's Most Modern Picture Palace. Entirely Under British Management - Phone. 1337
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-11-11 - 1921-11-14
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., Clara Kimball Young in 'The Foolish Virgin,' by Thomas Dixon [sic], author of 'The Birth of a Nation.' Latest Topical Budget and Comedies. Booking at Messrs. Mehta & Co.

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Headline: World Theatre: 'The Foolish Virgin'
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-11-11
Summary:

Characterized by splendid direction and acting is 'The Foolish Virgin,' the Selznick picture featuring Clara Kimball Young. Albert Capellani has adapted and produced this story by Thomas Dixon in his own style. The cast includes Paul Capellani, William Welch, Edward Elkas and Catherine…

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Headline: World Theatre: Hongkong's Most Modern Picture Palace. - Phone. 1337
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-23 - 1921-12-23
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., 'My Lady's Dress,' Gladys Cooper and Malcon [sic] Cherry. 5.15 p.m. matinee, Clara Kimball Young in 'The Foolish Virgin.' 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., 9 & 10 epis. of 'The Dragon's Net.' Booking at the theatre.

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Headline: Gala Xmas Gifts Distribution at World Theatre on Xmas Eve and Xmas Day: Starting from 12 noon
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-23 - 1921-12-24
Summary:

Saturday 24th at 2.30 p.m. performance, J. Sherrill & Mabel [sic] Withee in 'Once to Every Man.' Saturday 24th, 5.15 p.m., Clara Kimball Young in 'Foolish Virgin.' Sunday 25th, 'Santa Claus & Star of Bethlehem.'

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Headline: World Theatre: Hongkong's Most Modern Picture Palace. - Phone. 1337
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-24 - 1921-12-24
Summary:

Xmas Gifts Distribution on Saturday and Sunday starting from 12 noon. Saturday, 2.30 p.m., 'Once to Every Man.' 5.15 p.m., 'Foolish Virgin.' 9.15 p.m., 'My Lady's Dress.' Sunday, 'Santa Claus' and 'Star of Bethlehem.'

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-06-08 - 1925-06-10
Summary:

Today till Wednesday, 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., William Fox super special production of Zane Grey's famous story, 'The Last Trail' with Maurice Flynn, Eva Novak and Wallace Beery. Also Jack Dempsey in 'Bring Him In,' the sixth of the 'Fight and Win' series. Starting…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-06-10 - 1925-06-13
Summary:

Starting tomorrow, 5.15 and 9.15, Goldwyn presents Honoré de Balzac's famous story, 'Slave of Desire' with George Walsh, Bessie Love and Carmel Myers. June 11 & 12 Remarks: Every Thursday to Saturday, Ruth Roland in 'Ruth of the Range.' Every Sunday to Wednesday,…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-06-15 - 1925-06-18
Summary:

Today till Thursday 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'The Temporary Marriage' starring Mildred Davis and Kenneth Harlan. Usual prices. Every Sunday to Wednesday 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., William Fox presents 'Fantonmas.' June 17 & 18 Remarks: Starting tomorrow, 'More to Be Pitied Than…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-06-19 - 1925-06-22
Summary:

Today till Monday, 5.15 and 9.15, C. E. Blaney's great Broadway success, 'More to Be Pitied Than Scorned' starring Alice Lake, J. Frank Glendon, Rosemary Theby and a great cast. Also Jack Dempsey in 'The Title Holder,' the 7th of the 'Fight and Win' series.…