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: 1920-02-18
Summary:

A most attractive film is being presented at the Hongkong Theatre entitled 'Lest we Forget.' Film synopsis included. Another fine production from Gilbert A. Hamilton [sic] entitled 'Are Passions inherited?' will be screened at Friday's matinee. It features Dorothy Farley…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-02-21 - 1920-02-24
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Dorathea [sic] Farley in 'Are Passions Inherited?' in 7 reels. At 7.15 p.m., Ben Wilson in 'The Mystery Ship' 1st, 2nd and 3rd episodes.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-25 - 1920-02-27
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Miss Jackie Saunders in 'Betty Be Good,' an interesting drama in five parts. At 7.15 p.m., Ben Wilson in 'The Mystery Ship' 4th, 5th and 6th episodes. Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.

44
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-02-25 - 1920-02-27
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Miss Jackie Saunders in 'Betty Be Good,' in 5 parts. At 7.15 p.m., Ben Wilson in 'The Mystery Ship' 4th, 5th and 6th episodes.

45
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-26
Summary:

An interesting drama in five parts entitled 'Betty be good,' in which Miss Jackie Saunders takes the leading role, is now drawing excellent houses at the Hongkong Theatre. At the 7.15 performances, the 4th, 5th and 6th episodes of the serial film 'The Mystery Ship' will be…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-28 - 1920-03-02
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., George Larkin, the popular athletic star, in 'Zongar,' the daredevil of romance. At 7.15 p.m., Ben Wilson in 'The Mystery Ship' 7th, 8th and 9th episodes. Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.

47
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-02-28 - 1920-03-02
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., George Larkin in 'Zongar.' At 7.15 p.m., Ben Wilson in 'The Mystery Ship' 7th, 8th and 9th episodes. March 1 Remarks: On page 5, another ad. on 'Zongar' only. Plot and illustration included.

48
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-03-03 - 1920-03-03
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Florence La Badie in 'Divorce and the Daughter.' At 7.15 p.m., 'The Mystery Ship' 7th, 8th and 9th episodes.

49
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-03-03 - 1920-03-05
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Florence La Badie in 'Divorce and the Daughter.' At 7.15 p.m., 'The Mystery Ship' 7th, 8th and 9th episodes.

50
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-03-04 - 1920-03-05
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Florence La Badie in 'Divorce and the Daughter.' At 7.15 p.m., 'The Mystery Ship' 10th, 11th and 12th episodes.

51
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-03-11
Summary:

Between Men' is the title of the principal picture now being screened at the Hongkong Theatre. The drama was written by C. G. Sullivan and Thos. H. Ince. Film synopsis included. Further episodes of the 'Mystery Ship' will be screened during the Weekend, together with a number of…

52
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-05-16
Summary:

A speaking cinema film is said to have been invented at last. It was reported that a Swedish engineer, M. Sven [sic] Berglund, has invented a speaking film which ensures simultaneous production of sound and picture. Professor Arrhenius, the famous scientist and Nobel prize-winner, declares that…

53
Headline: Warning
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-29 - 1921-07-29
Summary:

Notice is hereby given that the exclusive exhibition rights for China of the Charles Chaplin film called 'The Kid' is the property of the First National Exhibitors Circuit and that these rights have not been sold or leased to any person or firm in China. Proceedings will be taken…

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Headline: Warning
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-02 - 1921-08-17
Summary:

Notice is hereby given that the exclusive exhibition rights for China of the Charles Chaplin film called 'The Kid' is the property of the First National Exhibitors Circuit and that these rights have not been sold or leased to any person or firm in China. Proceedings will be taken…

55
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-10-04
Summary:

According to the writer, Mr. Chaplin does not like being called 'Charlie' – that he prefers to be known as Charles. Besides, he is unquestionably the greatest comedian in the world. Recently, the film 'The Kid' should prove that Mr. Chaplin is both a leading international…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-12 - 1921-12-16
Summary:

The Coronet will show Charlie Chaplin's 'The Kid.' December 12-14 Remarks: It didn't mention the theatre's name.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-12 - 1921-12-12
Summary:

The Kid' is coming!!

58
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-12
Summary:

Phenomenal business has been experienced by Northern cinemas fortunate enough to secure Charlie Chaplin's wonderful comedy, 'The Kid,' according to reports received locally. In Shanghai, it crowded the Victoria Theatre for two weeks at $2 per seat, and after a further four nights…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-12
Summary:

Reports from the North tell of phenomenal business for the cinemas that have been so fortunate as to secure Charlie Chaplin's wonderful comedy, 'The Kid.' In Shanghai, it crowded the Victoria Theatre for two weeks.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-13 - 1921-12-13
Summary:

Charlie Chaplin's greatest picture, 'The Kid.'