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: 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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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-08-11 - 1924-08-11
Summary:

Last time today at 5.30 and 9.15, a big double show: Hoot Gibson in '40-Horse Hawkins' and Reginald Denny in the last and final round of 'The Leather Pushers.' Starting Tuesday, Anita Stewart in 'Sowing the Wind.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-08-12 - 1924-08-12
Summary:

The Coronet: Last time today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15, Mack Sennett's 'The Shriek of Araby' with Ben Turpin, Topical Budget 640, see Sir Robert Ho Tung at the Prime Minister's Reception, and 'Edgar and the Teacher's Pet.' The Star: Tuesday & Wednesday…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-08-12 - 1924-08-12
Summary:

Tuesday and Wednesday at 5.30 and 9.15, Anita Stewart in 'Sowing the Wind.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-12
Summary:

Sowing the Wind' is the feature film of Star Theatre this evening. Anita Stewart plays the leading role.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-08-12
Summary:

Patrons of the Star Theatre this evening can see the great modern society drama, 'Sowing the Wind,' which caused not a little comment when it was shown at the Coronet Theatre recently. 'Sowing the Wind' is based on a stage success. Additional warranty is found in the fact…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-12 - 1924-08-12
Summary:

The Coronet: Today only at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Mack Sennett's 'The Shriek of Araby' with Ben Turpin. Also Topical Budget No. 670 and 'Edgar and the Teacher's Pet.' The Star: Today and tomorrow at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., First National presents Anita Stewart…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-08-13 - 1924-08-13
Summary:

The Coronet: Today till Saturday at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15, Metro presents the Fred Niblo production, 'The Famous Mrs. Fair' with Myrtle Stedman and Marguerite De La Motte. The Star: Today only at 5.30 & 9.15 p.m., First National presents Anita Stewart in 'Sowing the Wind…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-08-13 - 1924-08-13
Summary:

Last time today at 5.30 and 9.15, Anita Stewart in 'Sowing the Wind.' Starting Thursday, Wallace Reid in 'Sick Abed.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-08-13
Summary:

Star Theatre is showing 'Sowing the Wind' featuring Anita Stewart, for the last time this evening.