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: 1911-02-02
Summary:

The Empire Cinematograph Theatre was well filled last night. The moving pictures thrown on the screen were both instructive and amusing, including a historical film and comic films. Performance by Miss Dolly Swift and Mr. Denis Carney.

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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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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-01-17 - 1922-01-23
Summary:

Commencing January 20 for four nights at 9.15 p.m., 'Outside the Law,' starring Priscilla Dean, in 8 parts. Dazzling heroine of 'The Virgin of Stamboul' and Lon Chaney star of 'The Miracle Man' and 'The Penalty.' A Universal-Jewel production. Prices of…

8
Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-01-17 - 1922-01-26
Summary:

Beginning Friday, 20th for 4 nights, 9.15 p.m. performances only, Universal Jewel's 'Outside the Law' starring Priscilla Dean, dazzling heroine of 'The Virgin of Stamboul' and Lon Chaney, star of 'The Miracle Man' and 'The Penalty.' Owing to the great…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-10
Summary:

Occasionally Yours,' a Robertson-Cole super-special starring Lew Cody, will be shown at the World Theatre for a run of four days beginning today. It is adapted to the screen by H. Tipton Steck from a story by Elmer Forst. Besides, Mr. Cody previously appeared in 'The Beloved Cheater…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-07-16 - 1923-07-17
Summary:

Mon. 16th & Tue. 17th July at 5.15 & 9.15 p.m., Lois Wilson in 'Broad Daylight.' At 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., Helen Hoemls [sic] in 'The Fatal Fortune,' epis. 1 & 2. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-07-16 - 1923-07-17
Summary:

Monday 16th and Tuesday 17th July at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Lois Wilson supported by Jack Mulhall and Ralph Lewis in 'Broad Daylight.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Helen Holmes in 'The Fatal Fortune' episodes 1 and 2. Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.

12
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-07-16 - 1923-07-17
Summary:

Monday 16th and Tuesday 17th July at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Lois Wilson supported by Jack Mulhall and Ralph Lewis in 'Broad Daylight.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Helen Holmes in 'The Fatal Fortune' episodes 1 and 2. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

13
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-07-18 - 1923-07-21
Summary:

Wed. 18th to Sat. 21st July at 5 & 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents Thomas Carrican [sic] in 'Checkers.' At 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., Helen Holmes in 'The Fatal Fortune,' epis. 1 & 2. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre. July 19-20 Remarks: On page 4, another ad. on…

14
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-07-18 - 1923-07-21
Summary:

Wednesday 18th to Saturday 21st July at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents Thomas Carrigan in 'Checkers' in 7 parts. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Helen Holmes in 'The Fatal Fortune' episodes 1 and 2. Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-07-18 - 1923-07-21
Summary:

Wednesday 18th to Saturday 21st July at 5.15 p.m. and 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents Thomas Carrigan in 'Checkers,' a Fox special pictures in 7 parts. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Helen Holmes in 'The Fatal Fortune' episodes 1 and 2. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-07-20
Summary:

A special sporting drama 'Checkers' is now being shown at the World Theatre. This is one of William Fox's productions presenting Thomas Carrigan in the principal role. During the 2.30 and 7.15 p.m performances, the splendid serial film, 'The Fatal Fortune,' will be shown…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-07-23 - 1923-07-24
Summary:

Mon. 23rd & Tue. 24th July at 5.15 & 9.15 p.m., May McAvoy in 'A Home Spun Vamp' At 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., Helen Holmes in 'The Fatal Fortune,' epis. 1 & 2. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

18
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-07-23 - 1923-07-24
Summary:

Monday 23rd and Tuesday 24th July at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., May McAvoy in 'A Homespun Vamp.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Helen Holmes in 'The Fatal Fortune' episodes 5 and 6. Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-07-23 - 1923-07-24
Summary:

Monday 23rd and Tuesday 24th July at 5.15 p.m. and 9.15 p.m., May McAvoy in 'A Homespun Vamp.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Helen Holmes in 'The Fatal Fortune' episodes 5 and 6. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-07-25 - 1923-07-26
Summary:

Wed. 25th to Sat. 28th July at 5 & 9.15 p.m., Robertson-Cole presents 'Good Women.' At 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., Helen Holmes in 'The Fatal Fortune,' Wed. & Thur. epis. 5 & 6; Fri. & Sat., epis. 7 & 8. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.