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: 1921-10-25 - 1921-10-27
Summary:

Tonight 9.15 p.m., Jesse L. Lasky presents Wallace Reid in 'The Source' in 5 parts. Matinee 5.15 p.m., George Walsh in 'Melting Millions.' 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., Eddie Polo in 'The King of the Circus,' 1, 2 & 3 epis. Popular prices. Booking at Messrs. Mehta…

2
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…

3
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-11-02
Summary:

La La Lucille,' the star film now showing at the World Theatre, is one long laugh from start to finish. With such names as Eddie Lyons and Lee Moran in the cast, the acting is bound to be good. Film synopsis included. The programme also includes some minor films, with the usual Pathe's…

4
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.

5
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 '…

6
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-06 - 1921-12-08
Summary:

Tuesday, 6th to Thursday, 8th at 5.15 p.m. & 9.15 p.m., 'Alma, Where Do You Live?' starring Ruth McTammany & George Larkin. 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., Eddie Pollo [sic] in 'King of Circus' [sic], 14 & 15 epis. Booking at Messrs. Mehta & Co.

7
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-13 - 1921-12-15
Summary:

Under Northern Lights,' a Universal special attraction featuring Virginia Faire & Leonard Clapham. Also, Eddie Lyons & Lee Moran in 'Roman Romeos,' a Universal Jewel comedy. 2.30 & 7.15 p.m. performances, Eddie Pollo [sic] in 'King of Circus' [sic], 16 &…

8
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-14
Summary:

In the World Theatre's change of programme, the star film is a picture entitled 'Under Northern Lights.' It is a Universal production, the principal roles being taken by the popular Virginia Faire and Leonard Clapham. Another fine film is a Universal Jewel Comedy, 'Roman…

9
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-20 - 1921-12-22
Summary:

Today 5.15 p.m. & 9.15 p.m., G. A. [sic] Anderson in 'Naked Hands.' 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., final episode of 'King of Circus' [sic] and 1st episode of 'Great London Mystery.' Booking at Messrs. Mehta & Co.

10
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-06-23 - 1922-06-26
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Ivan Abramson's super-picture, 'The Wrong Woman,' in 6 parts starring Olive Tell and Montaou [sic] Love. At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Eileen Sedgwick & George Larkin in 'Terror Trail,' epis. 1 and 2. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre. June…

11
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-06-30 - 1922-07-03
Summary:

At 9.15 p.m. only, China's great war picture entitled 'Wu Pei-fu & His Army,' and Bebe Daniels in 'She Couldn't Help It.' Prices $1.2 and 80 cents. Matinee at 5.15 p.m., Bebe Daniels in 'She Couldn't Help It,' Snub Pollard in 'Spot Cash.…

12
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-07-07 - 1922-07-10
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'The Plaything of Broadway,' featuring Justine Johnstone. Also, Snub Pollard in 'Name the Day.' At 2.30 and 7.15 performance, Eileen Sedgwick in 'Terror Trail,' epis. 5 & 6. Usual price. Booking at the Theatre. July 8 & 10…

13
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-07-11 - 1922-07-13
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Bessie Barriscale in 'A Trick of Fate.' At 2.30 and 7.15 performance, Eddie Polo in 'Do or Die,' final epis. and Eileen Sedgwick in 'Terror Trail,' epis. 7 & 8. Usual price. Booking at the Theatre.

14
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-07-14 - 1922-07-17
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Pathe presents 'The Sage Hen' with Gladys Brockwell, Wallace MacDonald and Lillian Rich. At 2.30 and 7.15 performance, Eileen Sedgwick in 'Terror Trail,' epis. 9 & 10. Usual price. Booking at the Theatre.

15
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-07-18 - 1922-07-20
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Selznick presents William Faversham in 'The Man Who Lost Himself,' in 7 parts. At 2.30 and 7.15 performance, Eileen Sedgwick in 'Terror Trail,' epis. 11 & 12. Usual price. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-07-25 - 1922-07-27
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Mae Murray in 'A-B-C of Love,' in 6 reels. At 2.30 and 7.15 performance, Eileen Sedgwick in 'Terror Trail,' epis. 13 & 14. Usual price. Booking at the Theatre.

17
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-08-01 - 1922-08-03
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents Tom Mix in 'Six-Shooter Andy.' At 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., Eileen Sedgwick in 'Terror Trail,' epis. 15 & 16. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

18
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-08-08 - 1922-08-10
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Bessie Barriscale in 'Two-Gun Betty.' At 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., Eileen Sedgwick in 'Terror Trail,' epis. 17 & 18 (final). Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-11-15 - 1922-11-18
Summary:

Friday and Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., William Farnum in 'His Greatest Sacrifice.' Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre. November 15 Remarks: At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Charles Hutchison & Warner Oland in 'Hurricane Hutch,' epis. 1 and 2. November 16 Remarks: Last show of…

20
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-11-20 - 1922-11-21
Summary:

At 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents Tom Mix in 'After Your Own Heart.' At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Charles Hutchison & Warner Oland in 'Hurricane Hutch,' epis. 3 and 4. Tuesday to Thursday, epis. 5 & 6. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.