A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Bijou
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-01-08 - 1913-01-10
Summary:

All new pictures, 'Two Sets of Keys' (comic by Prince), 'A Generous-Hearted Woman' (drama), 'The Barber's Wife' (comic), 'A Helping Hand' (comic), 'A Day Off' (comic); performances by Barrola, Ada Rowley, Gladys Spencer, and Dolly Swift.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-11-04 - 1919-11-06
Summary:

Tonight, Metro presents Emmy Wehlen in 'The Shell Game,' also the string band from S. S. Colombia. November 4-6 remarks: Booking at Robinson's.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-11-04 - 1919-11-04
Summary:

Once again, the Coronet has the goods! Tonight, Metro presents beautiful Emmy Wehlen in 'The Shell Game.' Also the string band from S. S. Colombia. Picture included.

4
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-11-04 - 1919-11-06
Summary:

November 4th, 5th and 6th at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., for three nights only, Emmy Wehlen in 'The Shell Game.' Usual prices. Booking at Robinson's.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-11-04 - 1919-11-06
Summary:

November 4, 5 and 6 at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., for three nights only, Emmy Wehlen in 'The Shell Game.' Usual prices. Booking at Robinson's.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-11-04 - 1919-11-04
Summary:

Tonight, Metro presents beautiful Emmy Wehlen in 'The Shell Game,' also the String Band from S. S. 'Colombia.' Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-11-05
Summary:

The Shell Game' is another remarkable Metro production. It was screened at the Coronet last night to a good audience when an additional attraction was provided in the string hand from the s.s. Colombia. Another acceptable item in last night's programme was a Rolin comedy in which the…

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Headline: Coronet Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-11-05
Summary:

A magazine story by Kenneth L. Roberts entitled 'Good Will and Almond Shells' forms the basis for the Metro five-reel feature, 'The Shell Game,' now being shown at the Coronet Theatre. Henry Kolker and Emmy Wehlen played the main roles. The supportive cast included Joseph…

9
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-11-05
Summary:

The popular kinema picture 'The Shell Game' was again shown at the Coronet Theatre last night with a crowded house.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-03-23 - 1920-03-27
Summary:

Annette Kellerman in 'A Daughter of the Gods.' March 27 remarks: 'The Circus King' episodes 13 and 15. Emmy Wehlen in 'The Shell Game.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-03-23 - 1920-03-27
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 p.m., Mary Miles Minter in 'Emmy of Stork's Nest' and Billy West in 'Backstage.' At 7.15 p.m., 'The Circus King' episodes 13 and 14. At 9.15 p.m., 'The Daughter of the Gods.' March 27 Remarks: Ad. on 'A Daughter of the Gods'…

12
Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-03-27 - 1920-03-27
Summary:

Today at 2.15 and 9.15 p.m., positively last performances of 'A Daughter of the Gods.' Usual prices. Tomorrow at 6 and 9.15 p.m., by special request, beautiful Emmy Wehlen in 'The Shell Game.' March 27 Remarks: Another ad. on page 13. Today at 7.15 p.m., 'The Circus King…

13
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-04-06 - 1920-04-08
Summary:

The Shell Game' in 5 parts and the Tziganes, Russian gypsies in songs and dances.

14
Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-12-12 - 1922-12-12
Summary:

Commencing Wednesday, 13th instant, Max Linder in 'Seven Years Bad Luck.' Also 'The Leather Pushers,' Universal-Jewel-Collier's series by H. C. Witwer, featuring Reginald Denny. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-12-13 - 1922-12-16
Summary:

Thursday to Saturday, 14th to 16th Dec., at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Max Linder in 'Seven Years Bad Luck,' in 5 parts. Also, Round one of 'The Leather Pusher.' December 13 Remarks: At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., William Russell in 'Challenge of the Law,' 5 parts. December 14-16…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-12-13
Summary:

Seven Years Bad Luck,' a Robertson-Cole production featuring Max Linder, will be shown at the World Theatre from today till Saturday. Another special feature in the programme at the World Theatre is 'The Leather Pushers' written by H. C. Witwer. Film synopsis included.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-12-13 - 1922-12-14
Summary:

From tonight till Saturday night, Max Linder in 'Seven Years Bad Luck.' Also 'The Leather Pusher' [sic], featuring Reginald Denny and directed by Harry Pollard. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-12-13 - 1922-12-13
Summary:

Wednesday to Saturday 13th to 16th December. 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Max Linder in 'Seven Years Bad Luck' in 5 parts. Also round one 'The Leather Pusher [sic].' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., William Russell in 'Challenge of the Law.' Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-12-14 - 1922-12-16
Summary:

Thursday to Saturday, 14th to 16th December, 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Max Linder in 'Seven Years Bad Luck' in 5 parts. Also round one, 'The Leather Pushers.' Prices of admission. 9.15 p.m. show $1.20 and 80 cents; 5.15 p.m. matinee, 70 cents and 50 cents. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Ruth…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-02-14
Summary:

Frank Mayo, and his supporting players were in the screen drama entitled 'Dr. Jim' which will be shown at the World Theatre this weekend. The film directed by William Worthington, written by Eugene B. Lewis based on the original story of Stuart Paton. Other than this, the programme…