A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: World Theatre: Phone 1337, Hongkong's Modern Picture Palace, Entirely Under British Management.
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-03-08 - 1922-03-09
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. performances, Mary Pickford in 'Johanna Enlists.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, final episodes of 'Diamond Queen' and 1st episodes of 'Branded Four' featuring Ben Wilson and Neva Gerber. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Headline: World Theatre: Phone 1337, Hongkong's Modern Picture Palace, Entirely Under British Management.
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-03-14 - 1922-03-16
Summary:

Today at 5 p.m. sharp and 9.15 p.m., Priscilla Dean in 'Reputation' in 7 parts. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, Ben Wilson and Neva Gerber in 'Branded Four' episodes 1st, 2nd and 3rd. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Headline: World Theatre: Phone 1337, Hongkong's Modern Picture Palace, Entirely Under British Management.
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-03-21 - 1922-03-23
Summary:

Today at 5.15 p.m. and 9.15 p.m., 'Colorado,' a Universal special attraction starring Frank Mayo. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Ben Wilson and Neva Gerber in 'Branded Four' episodes 4th and 5th. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Headline: World Theatre: Phone 1337, Hongkong's Modern Picture Palace, Entirely Under British Management.
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-03-28 - 1922-03-30
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'The Cast-Off,' the 6-part picture made by Thomas H. Ince featuring Bessie Barriscale. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, Ben Wilson and Neva Gerber in 'Branded Four' episodes 6 and 7. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Headline: World Theatre: Phone 1337, Hongkong's Modern Picture Palace, Entirely Under British Management.
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-04-04 - 1922-04-06
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Dorothy Gish in 'The Hope Chest.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, Ben Wilson and Neva Gerber in 'Branded Four' episodes 8 and 9. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Headline: World Theatre: Phone 1337, Hongkong's Modern Picture Palace, Entirely Under British Management.
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-04-11 - 1922-04-13
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Thomas H. Ince presents Enid Bennett in 'Partners Three.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, Ben Wilson and Neva Gerber in 'Branded Four' episodes 10 and 11. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Headline: World Theatre: Phone 1337, Hongkong's Modern Picture Palace, Entirely Under British Management.
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-04-15 - 1922-04-20
Summary:

Last performance today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., May McAvoy and Bruce Gordon in 'The House of the Tolling Bell.' 2.30 p.m. and 7.15 p.m., 'Branded Four' episodes 12 and 13. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre. April 15 Remarks: On page 5, another ad. on 'The House of the…

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Headline: World Theatre: Phone 1337, Hongkong's Modern Picture Palace, Entirely Under British Management.
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-04-17 - 1922-04-19
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., H. B. Warner in 'For a Woman's Honour.' 2.30 p.m. and 7.15 p.m., Ben Wilson and Neva Gerber in 'Branded Four' episodes 12 and 13. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre. April 17 Remarks: On page 5, another ad. on 'For a Woman's Honor…

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Headline: World Theatre: Phone 1337, Hongkong's Modern Picture Palace, Entirely Under British Management.
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-04-25 - 1922-04-27
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents June Caprice in 'Blue-eyed Mary.' 2.30 p.m. and 7.15 p.m., final episodes of 'Branded Four.' Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Headline: Orphans of the Storm: Early Showing at the Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-11-17
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Headline: Coronet Programmes: 'Orphans of the Storm' Due Shortly
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-11-22
Summary:

Garrison's Finish,' the exciting drama of the Turf, featuring Jack Pickford, finishes its run at the Coronet today. Tomorrow Viola Dana, will appear in 'Cinderella's Twin.' The Coronet announced the arrival of 'The Orphans of the Storm,' D. W. Griffith's…

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Headline: There Is Always a Good Show at the Coronet; The Star; The Grand
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-11-23 - 1923-11-23
Summary:

There is always a good show at the Coronet: Tonight till Sunday at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Viola Dana in 'Cinderella's Twin' and Larry Semon in 'Dew Drop Inn.' Coming, 'Orphans of the Storm.' The Star: Today at 5.30 and 9.15, Hoot Gibson in 'Dead…

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Headline: There Is Always a Good Show at the Coronet; The Star; The Grand
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-11-24 - 1923-11-24
Summary:

There is always a good show at the Coronet: Tonight till Sunday at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Viola Dana in 'Cinderella's Twin' and Larry Semon in 'Dew Drop Inn.' Coming, 'Orphans of the Storm.' The Star: Today at 5.30 and 9.15, Hoot Gibson in 'Dead…

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Headline: A Griffith Picture: 'Orphans of the Storm'
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-11-26
Summary:

The public will have an opportunity to see D. W. Griffith's latest picture sensation, 'Orphans of the Storm,' a United Artists' release, at the Coronet. Production summary included.

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Headline: At the Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-11-26 - 1923-11-27
Summary:

Tomorrow, D. W. Griffith in 'Orphans of the Storm' with Lillian and Dorothy Gish. Tonight and tomorrow only, do not miss the big B. A. T. film of 'The Shanghai Interport Regatta,' showing how the Hongkong crews fared recently at Henli.

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Headline: There Is Always a Good Show at the Coronet; The Star; The Grand
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-11-27 - 1923-11-27
Summary:

There is always a good show at the Coronet: Tonight at 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., D. W. Griffith presents Lilian [sic] and Dorothy Gish in 'Orphans of the Storm.' Prices: 2.30, $1.20 and 60 cents; 5.15 and 9.15, $2 and $1. The Star: Mary Pickford in 'Through the Back Door' and…

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Headline: There Is Always a Good Show at the Coronet; The Star; The Grand
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-11-28 - 1923-11-28
Summary:

There is always a good show at the Coronet: Tonight at 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., D. W. Griffith presents Lilian [sic] and Dorothy Gish in 'Orphans of the Storm.' Prices: 2.30, $1.20 and 60 cents; 5.15 and 9.15, $2 and $1. The Star: Mary Pickford in 'Through the Back Door' and…

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Headline: There Is Always a Good Show at the Coronet; The Star; The Grand
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-11-29 - 1923-11-30
Summary:

There is always a good show at the Coronet: Tonight at 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., D. W. Griffith presents Lilian [sic] and Dorothy Gish in 'Orphans of the Storm.' Prices: 2.30 p.m., $1.20 and 60 cents; 5.15 and 9.15, $2 and $1. The Star: Tonight, Richard Barthelmess in 'The Love…

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Headline: Sisters in 'Orphans'
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-12-01
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Headline: There Is Always a Good Show at the Coronet; The Star; The Grand
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-12-01 - 1923-12-03
Summary:

There is always a good show at the Coronet: Tonight at 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., D. W. Griffith presents Lilian [sic] and Dorothy Gish in 'Orphans of the Storm.' Prices: 2.30, $1.20 and 60 cents; 5.15 and 9.15, $2 and $1. The Star: Tonight, Italian Grand Opera Co. in Il Trovatore.…