A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-07-01 - 1920-07-03
Summary:

Today's the day, 11 a.m. to 8.30 p.m., continuous pictures at the Coronet. Come in when you like, stay as long as you like. Admission: 40 cents. The programme includes Pathe's latest British Gazette; 'The Silent Mystery' episode one; Charlie Chaplin in 'Sunnyside'…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-07-02
Summary:

A new departure was made at the Coronet Theatre yesterday, when the continuous programme was inaugurated in Hongkong. The entertainment begins at 11 a.m. and ends at 8.30 p.m., while no alteration has been made in the evening performance. The programme included Charlie Chaplin's '…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-07-05 - 1920-07-08
Summary:

Continuous performance, 11 a.m. to 4.45 p.m. and 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. (booked seats). Goldwyn presents Will Rogers in 'Jubilo.' Also 'The Silent Mystery' episode two, Young Mr. Jazz and British Gazette. July 5 Remarks: On page 5, another ad. on 'Jubilo' only. July 8…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-07-09 - 1920-07-12
Summary:

Come and see Constance Talmadge in 'A Pair of Silk Stockings' and Smiling Bill [sic] Parsons in 'Birds of a Feather' at the Coronet. July 9 & 10 Remarks: On page 10, another ad. on 'A Pair of Silk Stockings' and 'Birds of a Feather.' Also Pathe's…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-07-19 - 1920-07-22
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Paramount Artcraft presents Douglas Fairbanks in 'The Man From Painted Post' and Smiling Bill [sic] Parsons in 'Billy's Predicament.' July 19 Remarks: Today from 11 to 4.30 and at 7.15 p.m., 'The Silent Mystery' episodes 4 and 5…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-07-27 - 1920-07-30
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Geraldine Farrar in 'Flame of the Desert.' Super-production prices. Children half price. At 7.15 p.m., 'The Silent Mystery' episodes 4 and 5.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-07-31 - 1920-08-02
Summary:

Tonight at 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Norma Talmadge in 'The Probation Wife.' Also 'Snub Comedy' and British Gazette. Tonight at 7.15 p.m., 'The Silent Mystery' episodes 6 and 7. July 31 Remarks: On page 5, another ad. on 'The Probation Wife,' after last…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-08-03 - 1920-08-06
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Goldwyn presents Mabel Normand in 'The Venus Model.' Also 'Snub Comedy' and British Gazette. At 7.15 p.m., 'The Silent Mystery' episodes 6 and 7. August 3 Remarks: On page 5, another ad. on 'The Venus Model,' also Pathe…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-08-07 - 1920-08-09
Summary:

Tonight at 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Clara Kimball Young in 'The House of Glass.' Also new Rolin comedy and Pathe News. At 7.15 p.m., 'The Silent Mystery' episodes 8 and 9.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-08-10 - 1920-08-13
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Goldwyn presents Jane Cowl in 'The Spreading Dawn.' At 7.15 p.m., 'The Silent Mystery' episodes 10 and 11.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-08-14 - 1920-08-17
Summary:

Tonight at 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Mary Pickford in 'Stella Maris.' At 7.15 p.m., 'The Silent Mystery' episodes 12 and 13. August 14 Remarks: On page 5 & 10, ads. On 'Stella Maris' only.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-08-18 - 1920-08-21
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Geraldine Farrar in 'The Woman God Forgot.' At 7.15 p.m., 'Silent Mystery' episodes 12 and 13. August 21 Remarks: Also showing today at 2.30 p.m., tomorrow at 6 and 9.15 p.m., 'Rio Grande.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-04-04
Summary:

A special Prince's visit picture is prepared in Coronet Theatre for this great week. The main picture, as the public will speedily find fully justifies its selection for this historic occasion. Produced by the First National, America's leading filmmakers, its quality needs no praise.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-04-04 - 1922-04-05
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Constance Talmadge in 'Wedding Bells,' a First National attraction. Kowloon Theatre: Tonight, special novelty dance. Tickets at Moutrie's, $2. Best floor in the colony.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-04-06 - 1922-04-07
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Constance Talmadge in 'Wedding Bells,' a First National attraction. Kowloon Theatre: No public performance until Saturday.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-04-08
Summary:

First National's comedy 'Wedding Bells' which has been enjoyed by hundreds from the 'Renown' and Japanese cruisers, starring Constance Talmadge, appears at the Coronet Theatre for the last time this evening.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-04-08 - 1922-04-08
Summary:

The Coronet: Last performances of Constance Talmadge in 'Wedding Bells.' Kowloon Theatre: Today at 5.45 and 9.15, Jack Kerrigan in 'The Coast of Opportunity.' Sunday at 6 and 9.15, final episodes of 'Fighting Fate.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-06-22 - 1922-06-24
Summary:

Charlie Chaplin in 'Pay Day.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-06-24
Summary:

After providing the screening 'Man-Woman-Marriage,' Coronet is striking out in an entirely different direction, which includes 'Pay Day' from Charlie Chaplin. Film plot included; Harold Lloyd and Larry Semon in 'Never Weaken' and 'Between the Scenes.' The…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-06-26
Summary:

Lots of people will be taking advantage of this week to see the special all-comedy programme of Coronet, with Charlie Chaplin in 'Pay Day' at its head, which begins at the popular picture house today. Charlie Chaplin, Harold Lloyd and Larry Semon all in the programme. Film review…