A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-10-21
Summary:

Mr. Bob Stevenson is offering a splendid programme at the Bijou this week. The sketch 'A Gossip by the Wayside' is the most amusing dialogue between Mr. Stephenson and Miss Ada Rowley. 'The Fisherman's Son' is a magnificent picture story; 'Love and a Motor,' an…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-09-08
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-11
Summary:

There comes to the Star Theatre this evening a man who might be described as a one-man jazz orchestra, for he takes on the burden of six instruments and plays them in the latest jazz creations. Meanwhile, 'Men' is concurrently with the above attraction, and the programme is to be…

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Headline: A Jazz Fiend
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-10-11
Summary:

Star Theatre is going to host jazz performances for playing six instruments simultaneously for a longer period than most of his contemporary jazz professors. The performances will be given in between pictures. Concurrently, a six-part film 'Men' revolving around the issue of ‘man'…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-10-13 - 1922-10-16
Summary:

Tonight to Monday at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., including Sunday matinee 6 p.m., Elsie Ferguson in 'His Parisian Wife.' Booking at the Star Ferry Wharf for Hongkong residents, free ferry tickets both ways. October 13 Remarks: On page 4, another ad. on the film. Photo included. October 14…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-13 - 1922-10-14
Summary:

Showing on Friday 13th to Monday 16th, October at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., Elsie Ferguson in 'His Parisian Wife,' an Artcraft film. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-13 - 1922-10-13
Summary:

Today to Monday at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., including Sunday matinee at 6 p.m., Elsie Ferguson in the super Artcraft production, 'His Parisian Wife.' Today at 9.15 p.m., last performance of Baron Bibo, one man jazz band. Booking at the Star Ferry Wharf for Hongkong residents. Free ferry…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-13
Summary:

La Chic Parisienne' [sic] will be screened at the Star Theatre. The story progresses at this stage into a very interesting situation, and it speaks much for the histrionic ability of Elsie Ferguson, who appears in the film 'His Parisian Wife.' In addition, 'Bibo,' the…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-10-13
Summary:

Star Theatre is going to screen 'His Parisian Wife' featuring Elsie Ferguson. It is said that her performance in this film is one of the best since she has joined Paramount Corporation. The film will be screened for four nights commencing today at both the matinee and the night…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-14 - 1922-10-16
Summary:

Today to Monday at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., including Sunday matinee at 6 p.m., Elsie Ferguson in the popular Artcraft production, 'His Parisian Wife.' Booking at the Star Ferry Wharf for Hongkong residents. Free ferry tickets both ways. Open daily: 4.30 to 5.15 p.m. and 6 to 9 p.m.…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-14 - 1922-10-14
Summary:

Mon Dieu, exclaims Flauvette, aghast, as she steps over the threshold and into the staid and puritanical atmosphere of her new home, after having angled for and landed a rich American husband. A scene from 'His Parisian Wife,' featuring Elsie Ferguson, now being screened.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-14
Summary:

Elsie Ferguson makes the best hit of her career in 'The Parisian Wife,' the Paramount picture that is enjoying a successful run at the Star Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-25
Summary:

The Counterfeit,' a Paramount special starring Elsie Ferguson, comes to the Star Theatre this evening. It is noted that Elsie Ferguson previously appeared in 'Avalanche,' 'His Parisian Wife' and other special productions.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-24 - 1924-01-24
Summary:

There is something particularly appealing about this crook drama. 'The City of Silent Men' featuring Thomas Meighan. And when you have seen it you will acknowledge it to be his best since 'The Miracle Man.'

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-02-18 - 1924-02-18
Summary:

Another 'Miracle Man,' Milton Sills in 'The Faith Healer.' Tonight only at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-02-18
Summary:

A film described as a second 'Miracle Man' is 'The Faith Healer,' with Milton Sills, which is on today only at the Star. Tomorrow Griffith's 'One Exciting Night' will be shown.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-02-18
Summary:

Star Theatre will be screening a film described as second 'Miracle Man' entitled 'The Faith Healer' featuring Milton Sills who is quite famous among professional cinema people. Griffith's 'One Exciting Night' is scheduled to follow tomorrow.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-01-08
Summary:

The Hill Billy' comes to the Star Today, which is starred by Jack Pickford, his celebrated sister, Mary Pickford, Lucille Ricksen. George Hill, who was associated with the famous director, D. W. Griffith for a long time and with the late George Loane Tucker, who created 'The Miracle…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-24 - 1925-02-24
Summary:

A letter and a telephone message hear witness to the excellent entertainment value of 'K – The Unknown' at the Star! The letter: Dear Mr. Ray, I feel that I must write to you to let you know how thoroughly we enjoyed 'K – The Unknown' at the Star Theatre yesterday evening! I…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-03-19
Summary:

Star Theatre will be screening a Paramount attraction entitled 'Ladies Must Live' this evening. This was the last picture made by the late Mr. George Loane Tucker who is famous for being the maker of 'The Miracle Man.'