A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-05-23 - 1919-05-26
Summary:

Tarzan of the Apes' to be followed immediately by 'The Romance of Tarzan.' May 24 Remarks: 'Tarzan of the Apes' from the world-famous story by Edgar Rice Burroughs. Showing Twice Daily at the Coronet. Commencing Monday next. Prices: 5.15 p.m. $1.00 and 50 cents; 9.15 p.m…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-05-24
Summary:

There is soon to be offered to the picture-going public of Hongkong, a sensational picture entitled 'Tarzan of the Apes.' A China Mail reporter had a chance to attend a private show in Coronet yesterday and provided details for this film. This picture will be followed by a sequel:…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-05-26 - 1919-05-31
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'Tarzan of the Apes.' Prices: 5.15 p.m. $1 and 60 cents; 9.15 p.m. $2 and $1.00. Booking at Robinson's. May 31 Remarks: Tonight matinee at 4.30 p.m. and 9.15 p.m.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-05-27
Summary:

The Coronet Theatre sold all the seats it had for two shows yesterday, at which the 'Tarzan' picture was the sole attraction. The article provides an in-depth review of the film.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-02
Summary:

The Romance of Tarzan,' starring Cleo Madison, is showing at the Coronet theatre. This seven-part drama presents the concluding chapters of Edgar Rice Burroughs' 'Tarzan of the Apes.' Wilfred Lucas is the director and Bess Meredyth is the person who prepared the set.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-02 - 1919-06-04
Summary:

June 2, 3, 4 and 5, at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., for four nights only, 'The Romance of Tarzan.' Prices: 5.15 p.m., $1 and 6 cents; 9.15 p.m., $2 and $1.00. Booking at Robinson's. June 2 Remarks: Another ad. on page 5. The concluding chapters of 'Tarzan of the Apes' from the…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-30 - 1919-07-02
Summary:

June 30 and July 1 at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'Tarzan of the Apes.' 5.15 p.m., 60 cents and 30 cents;9.15 p.m., $1.00 and 60 cents. Usual concession to the army and navy. Booking (for 9.15 p.m.) at Robinson's.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-30 - 1919-06-30
Summary:

Tarzan of the Apes' will be shown at the Coronet tonight and tomorrow night for two nights only! At popular prices, with the usual concessions to soldiers and sailors. This is your last opportunity of seeing this wonderful film.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-07-07 - 1919-07-08
Summary:

July 7 and 8, 1919, at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'The Romance of Tarzan,' being the concluding chapter of 'Tarzan of the Apes.' Popular prices. Booking at Robinson's.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-11-08 - 1919-11-11
Summary:

Today at 2.15. 5.15, 7.15 and 7.15 p.m., incomparable Nazimova in the 7-reel screen classics De Luxe photoplay, 'Toys of Fate' with specially arranged musical programme. Matinees 80 cents and 40 cents; soiree $1.50 and 80 cents. November 8 Remarks: Tonight at 2.15, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-11-11
Summary:

Yesterday in Coronet Theatre, there was no less than four performances were given included a benefit screening of 'Tarzan of the Apes' and 'Toys of Fate.' There was a full house at each performance. The plot of 'Toys of Fate' was included in the article.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-01-26 - 1920-01-28
Summary:

Today till Thursday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'A Modern Lorelei!' January 28 Remarks: 7.15 p.m., 'Tarzan of the Apes.' Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-01-29 - 1920-01-29
Summary:

Tonight only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Norma Talmadge in 'De Luxe Annie.' At 7.15 p.m., 'Tarzan of the Apes.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-06-22 - 1921-06-23
Summary:

At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, 'The Lost City' episodes 9, 10 and 11, Snub Comedy and Coronet Review at the Coronet. At 5.30 and 9.15, 'Alf's Button' and the Shanghai Olympic at the Kowloon.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-06-23
Summary:

Alf's Button,' the comedy which took England by storm, thoroughly justified its reputation at the first screening last night at the Kowloon Theatre. The film was starred by Leslie Henson. In Addition, a most interesting gazette is shown, including the Shanghai Olympic Games containing…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-06-24 - 1921-06-25
Summary:

At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, 'Alf's Button' and the Shanghai Olympic at the Coronet. At 9.15, Molly [sic] King in 'Women Men Forget' at the Kowloon.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-07-06
Summary:

Madge Kennedy sparkles and shines in her latest Goldwyn Picture, 'Friend Husband' now being screened at the Coronet. Film plot included. Tomorrow there will be shown for the one day only, the British comedy 'Alf's Button.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-07-07 - 1921-07-07
Summary:

Woping Theatre: at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Jack Dempsey in 'Daredevil Jack.' The Coronet: at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, 'Alf's Button.' The Kowloon: at 5.30 and 9.15, 'Godless Men.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-09-30 - 1921-09-30
Summary:

Today at 9.15, 'Alf's Button' will be presented. At 2.30 and 5.15, Mabel Normand in 'Peck's Bad Girl.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-06-14 - 1922-06-14
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, all comedy programme: Mack Sennett in 'Home Talent' in 5 parts. Larry Semon in 'The Head Waiter' and Topical Budget. Kowloon Theatre: Today at 5.45 and 9.15, Fred Stone in 'The Goat.' Harold Lloyd in 'The Flirt' and…