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: 1921-05-11 - 1921-05-14
Summary:

Madge Kennedy in 'Through the Wrong Door,' Smiling Bill Parsons in 'They're Off' and British Gazette at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m. May 14 Remarks: Sunday, at 6 & 9.15, for one night only, 'Back to God's Country' (7 parts).

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-05-11 - 1921-05-14
Summary:

At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Madge Kennedy in 'Through the Wrong Door.' Also Smiling Bill Parsons in 'They're Off' and British Gazette. May 14 Remarks: Sunday at 6 and 9.15, for one night only, 'Back to God's Country' in 7 parts.

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Headline: At the Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-05-11 - 1921-05-11
Summary:

Tonight till Saturday, see Madge Kennedy, whose work you enjoyed so in 'The Danger Game' and 'Strictly Confidential,' in 'Through the Wrong Door,' a light, gay and amusing comedy drama in Goldwyn's happiest manner.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-05-11 - 1921-05-14
Summary:

Madge Kennedy in 'Through the Wrong Door,' Smiling Bill [sic] Parsons in 'They're Off,' also British Gazette at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-05-12
Summary:

Through the Wrong Door' from the novel by Jesse Lynch Williams, is Madge Kennedy's newest Goldwyn picture to be seen at Coronet Theatre, until Saturday. The story revolves about a girl who, in due time meets the hero of her heart and the inevitable happens. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-05-12
Summary:

A splendid programme was provided at the Coronet last night when appreciative audiences witnessed the first screening of 'Through the Wrong Door' starring Madge Kennedy, film synopsis included; and a new comedy entitled 'They're Off,' featuring American's comedians…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-05-13
Summary:

Through the Wrong Door,' a Goldwyn production, starring Madge Kennedy, is being shown at the Coronet Theatre. Film synopsis and review included. Supporting the Goldwyn feature is a cleverly produced comedy which portrays an entertaining chapter from the diverting experiences of the popular…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-01-23 - 1922-01-23
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15, 'Down on the Farm,' Mack Sennett's famous comedy and special. Kowloon Theatre: Today at 9.15, Madge Kennedy in 'Through the Wrong Door.' Best floor in the Colony.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-01-23 - 1922-01-23
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, 'Down on the Farm,' Mack Sennett's famous comedy. Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9.15, Madge Kennedy in 'Through the Wrong Door.' Best floor in the colony.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-01-23
Summary:

Kowloon Theatre is showing the notable feature film 'Through the Wrong Door' this evening. Madge Kennedy is playing the leading role.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-01-23 - 1922-01-23
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, 'Down on the Farm,' Mack Sennett's famous comedy special. Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9.15, Madge Kennedy in 'Through the Wrong Door.' Best floor in the colony.

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Headline: Pathe-Baby
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-04-14 - 1923-07-14
Summary:

Pathe's latest wonderful creation, 'Pathe-Baby,' the Cinema at Home. Complete Pathe-Baby outfit ready to work on 110 Volts current $60; Resistance for use with 200 Volts current $5; Pathe-Baby films each reel $1.5. April 14 - May 14 Remarks: Call for a demonstration at Pathe…

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Headline: Pathe-Baby
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-08-08 - 1923-08-22
Summary:

Pathe-Baby will amuse and instruct your children, entertain yourself and your friends. $60.00. Non-inflammable films $1.50. More than 400 subjects with Harold Lloyd, Charlie Chaplin and ‘Snub' Pollard. Also scientific, scenic and topical films. Demonstration and sale: Hongkong Hotel…

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Headline: Pathe
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-08-27 - 1923-08-27
Summary:

Think what your home will be like when Pathe-Baby takes its place there with its boundless educational possibilities as well as its power of entertainment: your children will be captivated by the living lessons of the screen which will make them realize what they are taught at school: Niagara…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-12 - 1923-11-28
Summary:

It has been built like a precise machine, and no pain, trouble, or time have been spared to present you a perfect machine working with mathematical regularity and projecting a clear and sharp picture for the enjoyment of yourself and your family. Pathe-Baby, films will not burn, on sale at A.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-13 - 1923-09-24
Summary:

Pathe-Baby will occupy but a few square inches of space on your table. It will be an event in the life of your children which in importance will make the price seem trifling. Price: $60.00. Complete with aluminium coated screen. Additional resistance. For 200/220 colts $7.00. Films $1.50 per…

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Headline: Pathe-Baby
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-14 - 1924-01-16
Summary:

Even if you try to light a Pathe-Baby film with a match, it will not burn, but only melts, thus showing its absolute safety. Call and ask us to demonstrate or let us send you a piece of the film and try it yourself. Pathe-Orient, 12, Queen's Road, Central, Hongkong.

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Headline: Pathe-Baby
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-15 - 1923-09-15
Summary:

Compactness, precision, mechanical perfection, efficient optical system, simplicity of operation, automatic rewinding, no threading of films. Pathe-Baby films will not burn. Pathe-Baby complete $60.00. Additional resistance for 200/220 c. $7.00. Pathe-Baby films $1.50 each. On sale: A. Tack…

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Headline: Pathe-Baby
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-17 - 1923-10-01
Summary:

Even if you do not want a Pathe-Baby, your boy wants it because he thirsts for knowledge and Pathe-Baby will give him much through its instructive and scientific films. On sale: A. Tack's, Hongkong Hotel Electric Department, Sincere's, etc. Demonstrations gladly given. Write today for…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-18 - 1923-09-18
Summary:

When Pathe-Baby takes its place there with its boundless educational possibilities as well as its power of entertainment: your children will be captivated by the living lessons of the screen which will make them realize what they are taught at school: Niagara Falls, the Etna Eruption, the Ruins…