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: 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…

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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: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-03-10 - 1922-03-13
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. performances, Edith Roberts in 'The Fire Cat.' At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, final episodes of 'Velvet Fingers' and 1st episode of 'The White Horseman' featuring Art Acord. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre. March 11 & 13…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-03-10 - 1922-03-13
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. performances, Edith Roberts in 'The Fire Cat,' a story by Castilian maiden. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, final episodes of 'Velvet Fingers' and 1st episodes of 'White Horseman,' featuring Art Acord. Usual prices. Booking at the…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-03-10 - 1922-03-13
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. performances, Edith Roberts in 'The Fire Cat.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, final episodes of 'Velvet Fingers' and 1st episodes of 'The White Horseman' featuring Art Acord. Sunday matinee 6 p.m., Dorothy Gish in 'Battling Jane.…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-03-17 - 1922-03-20
Summary:

Today at 5.15 p.m. and 9.15 p.m., 'Madonnas and Men' with an all-star cast in 6 parts. At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, Art Acord in 'The White Horseman,' 1st, 2nd & 3rd epis. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre. March 18 & 20 Remarks: Sunday matinee at 6 p.m.,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-03-17 - 1922-03-20
Summary:

Today at 5.15 p.m. and 9.15 p.m., 'Madonnas and Men' in 6 parts. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, Art Acord in 'The White Horseman' episodes 1st, 2nd and 3rd. Usual prices. Booking at the theatre. March 18 Remarks: Sunday matinee at 6 p.m. sharp, Dorothy Dalton in 'Hard…

13
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-03-17 - 1922-03-20
Summary:

Today at 5.15 p.m. and 9.15 p.m., 'Madonnas and Men' in 6 parts. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, Art Acord in 'The White Horseman' episodes 1st, 2nd and 3rd. Sunday matinee 6 p.m. sharp, Dorothy Dalton in 'Hard Boiled.' Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-03-24 - 1922-03-25
Summary:

Beginning Friday for 3 nights only at 5.15 p.m. and 9.15 p.m. (except Sunday Matinee), Billie Rhodes in 'The Blue Bonnet.' At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, Art Acord in 'The White Horseman,' 4th and 5th epis. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre. March 24 Remarks: On page…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-03-24 - 1922-03-25
Summary:

Beginning Friday, for 3 nights only at 5.15 p.m. and 9.15 p.m., Billie Rhodes in 'The Blue Bonnet.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, Art Acord in 'The White Horseman,' episodes 4th and 5th. Usual prices. Booking at the theatre. March 25 Remarks: Sunday matinee at 6 p.m. sharp…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-03-24 - 1922-03-25
Summary:

Beginning Friday for 3 nights only, 5.15 p.m. and 9.15 p.m., Billie Rhodes in 'The Blue Bonnet.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, Art Acord in 'The White Horseman' episodes 4 and 5. Sunday matinee 6 p.m. sharp, Charles Ray in 'His Own Home Town.' Usual prices.…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-03-27 - 1922-03-27
Summary:

Today only! 5 p.m. sharp and 9.15 p.m., Gaby Delys and Harry Pilcer in 'Gaby,' 7 reels. At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, Art Acord in 'The White Horseman,' 4 and 5 epis. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre. March 27 Remarks: On page 4, another ad. on 'Gaby' only…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-03-27 - 1922-03-27
Summary:

Today only, 5 p.m. sharp and 9.15 p.m., Gaby Deslys and Harry Pilcer in 'Gaby,' 7 reels. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, Art Acord in 'The White Horseman,' episodes 4th and 5th. Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-03-27 - 1922-03-27
Summary:

Today only 5 p.m. sharp and 9.15 p.m., Gaby Delys [sic] and Harry Pilcer in 'Gaby' in 7 reels. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, Art Acord in 'The White Horseman' episodes 4 and 5. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-03-30 - 1922-04-03
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Ivan Abramson presents Vivian Martin in 'Mother Eternal' in 7 reels. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, Art Acord in 'The White Horseman' episodes 6 and 7. Sunday matinee 6 p.m., J. Stuart Blackton presents 'Wild Youth.' Usual prices.…