A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-09-01 - 1924-09-01
Summary:

Last time today at 5.30 and 9.15, a Paramount-Artcraft picture, William S. Hart in 'Sand.' Starting Tuesday, Ethel Clayton in 'The City Sparrow.' Illustration included.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-09-02 - 1924-09-02
Summary:

Tuesday and Wednesday at 5.30 and 9.15, Ethel Clayton in 'A City Sparrow,' a Paramount picture. Picture included.

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Headline: A City Sparrow: At the Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-09-02
Summary:

Ethel Clayton, Paramount star, displays not only marked emotional talent as an actress, but also proves a delightful dancer in her latest big picture, 'A City Sparrow,' which opens at the Star Theatre this evening. Film synopsis included. The story is one of the sweetest ever told and…

4
Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-09-03 - 1924-09-03
Summary:

Last time today at 5.30 and 9.15, final presentation today, Ethel Clayton in 'A City Sparrow.'

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Headline: South China Morning Post News 1924-09-03
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-09-03
Summary:

Ethel Clayton's excellent Paramount film, 'A City Sparrow,' will be screened in that Star Theatre for the last time this evening. The story, which is woven around the life of a vaudeville dancer, provides some charming contrasts in pathos and humour. Ethel Clayton is supported by…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-09-09 - 1924-09-10
Summary:

Today and tomorrow at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., Bryant Washburn with Lois Wilson in 'A Full House.'

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-10-15 - 1925-10-16
Summary:

Thursday to Saturday, Carl Laemmle presents Pauline Frederick and Laura La Plante in 'Smouldering Fires,' a Clarence Brown production, Universal-Jewel. Also at 9.15 p.m. only, Tod Sanborn, the famous xylophonist. Illustration included.

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Headline: The Star Theatre: 'Smouldering Fires'
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-10-15
Summary:

Patrons of the Star Theatre are promised a treat for tonight, for in addition to 'Smouldering Fires,' with Pauline Frederick in the leading role, Tod Sanbord, the famous xylophonist will appear in syncopated jazz.

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Headline: Star Theatre: Talented Performer on Difficult Instrument - An Xylophonist
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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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-10-17 - 1925-10-17
Summary:

Today at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., Pauline Frederick in 'Smouldering Fires' and Tod Sanborn and his xylophone.

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Headline: Star Theatre: An Excellent Entertainment
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.