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: 1916-07-19
Summary:

The pictures at the 'Palisade' were excellent and very clear together with the al fresco conditions. The 'Gazette' showing several of the last movements of Lord Kitchener was particularly acceptable.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1916-07-21
Summary:

Tonight's change of programme at the Palisade, Kowloon, includes a wonderful film entitled 'The Port of Missing Men,' which is similar to 'A Prisoner of Zenda'; comic and gazette also will be included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-12-01
Summary:

This evening, Star Theatre is going to screen 'The Market of Souls' featuring Dorothy Dalton, who is remembered for her role in 'The Flame of the Yukon.' Miss Dorothy gives the characterization of a woman who believes in the triumph of good over evil. Film synopsis included…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-03
Summary:

L'Apache,' starring Dorothy Daltan [sic], will be shown at the Star Theatre this evening. Dorothy should get on as well with her audience as when she appeared in the previous picture 'The Market of Souls' screened recently at the same theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-10-16
Summary:

Kowloon audiences are notably quick to appreciate any divergence from the usual in their amusement programmes. Mr. Tod Sanborn was billed to perform. He is a musician whose medium is that difficult, i.e., xylophone. Last night's programme included the Sextette from Lucia de Lammermoor.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-10-17
Summary:

Mr. Tod Sanborn, with his xylophone, delighted another appreciative audience at the Star Theatre last night. Smouldering Fires, with Pauline Frederick in the leading role, together with a comedy and the usual Gazette, completed one of the best programmes seen at the Star.