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: 1921-10-07 - 1921-10-10
Summary:

Tonight 9.15 p.m., Stewart Rome and Gregory Scott in 'A Gentleman Rider.' Matinee Programmes: 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Trailed by Three,' 1, 2 & 3 epis., featuring Stuart Holmes and Frankie Mann. Booking at Messrs. Mehta & Co. October 7 & 8 Remarks: Matinee 5.15 p.m…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-14 - 1921-10-17
Summary:

William Fox presents Dustin Farnum in 'The Scarlet Pimpernel.' Matinee 4.30 p.m. sharp! 'The Symbol of Sacrifice' in 8 parts. 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., 'Trailed by Three,' 4 & 5 epis. Booking at Messrs. Mehta & Co.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-22 - 1921-10-24
Summary:

Tonight 9.15 p.m., 'When a Woman Strikes' featuring Ben Wilson, Rosemary Theby, Neva Gerber, Murdock MacQuarrie and Robert Brower. Matinee 5.15 p.m., 'The Scarlet Pimpernel.' 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., 'Trailed by Three,' 6 & 7 epis. Popular prices. Booking at Messrs…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-22
Summary:

The star film at the World Theatre this weekend is a five-part picture entitled 'When a Woman Strikes.' It is a tale of the wild West with a cast including Ben Wilson, Neva Gerber, Rosemary Theby, Murdock MacQuarrie and other film favourite. Film synopsis included. There is the usual…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-27 - 1921-10-31
Summary:

Commencing 28th 9.15 p.m., 'When Dawn Came,' a super-cast production in 7 reels. 5.15 p.m., 'When a Woman Strikes.' 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., 8 & 9 epis. of 'Trailed by Three.' Usual prices. Booking at Messrs. Mehta & Co. October 27 Remarks: Photo included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-29
Summary:

The attraction at the World Theatre this weekend is a seven-reel adaptation of Hugh E. Dierker's famous book. 'When Dawn Came' is a splendid picture, with superb acting and charming scenery. It contains a strong religious element, and Roman Catholics in particular should not fail…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-11-04 - 1921-11-07
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., a big outstanding hit, 'When Bearcat Went Day.' Matinees: 5.15 p.m., 'When Dawn Came.' 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., 10 & 11 episodes of 'Trailed by Three.' Usual prices. Booking at Messrs. Mehta & Co.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-11-18 - 1921-11-21
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents William Farnum in 'The Heart of a Lion.' 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., final episodes of 'Trailed by Three.' Booking at Messrs. Mehta & Co.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-06-08 - 1923-06-18
Summary:

Charles Chaplin in 'The Pilgrim' at the World in June 13. June 8-9 Remarks: Teaser ads for the film. The ads didn't mention the theatre's name, surmised from other ads. June 11-12 Remarks: Photo included. Price of admission, $2 & $1.5. June 16 Remarks: Illstration…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-06-12 - 1923-06-18
Summary:

Tue. 12 to Fri. 1 June. Matinee at 5.15 p.m., Tom Mix in 'The Untamed.' Usual prices. Night at 9.15 p.m., Charles Chaplin in 'The Pilgrim' and Snub Pollard in 'The Old Sea Dog.' Prices $2 & $1.5. Booking at the Theatre. June 16 & 18 Remarks: Swap between the…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-06-13
Summary:

World Theatre is screening the latest Charlie Chaplin movie entitled 'The Pilgrim' which was greeted with a packed house last night. Film synopsis included. Another short comedy entitled 'An Old Sea Dog' featuring Snub Pollard will be screened in World Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-01-30
Summary:

Commencing tomorrow, Star Theatre is going to screen 'The Pilgrim' starring Charlie Chaplin whose appearances are becoming rarer. Today's picture is 'Don't Get Personal' with the saucy Miss Marie Prevost in the leading role.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-01-31 - 1924-02-01
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.30 & 9.15 p.m., Charles Chaplin in 'The Pilgrim.' Photo included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-01-31
Summary:

Tonight, Star Theatre is going to screen 'The Pilgrim' starring Charlie Chaplin who is re-appearing in the big screen after a long absence. The film is booked by the Star Theatre in response to requests from patrons who are lovers of the great comedian.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-02-02 - 1924-02-04
Summary:

Today only at 5.30 & 9.15, Charlie Chaplin in 'The Pilgrim.' At 2.30, Eddie Polo in 'Cap'n Kidd.' Tomorrow at 6 & 9.15, Robert Warwick in 'The Fourteenth Man.' February 2 Remarks: On page 6, another ad on the film 'The Fourteenth Man,'…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-04-22 - 1924-04-23
Summary:

To Please One Woman,'a Lois Weber production and a Paramount picture with Claire Windsor and Edward [sic] Burns. Illustration and photo included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-04-23
Summary:

Tonight for the last time, Star Theatre is going to screen Paramount entertainment, entitled 'To Please One Woman,' featuring Clair [sic] Windsor.

18
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-08-21 - 1924-08-21
Summary:

The Coronet: Today till Sunday, Betty Compson and Bert Lytell in 'To Have and to Hold.' The Star: Today only, by special request, 'Milestones' with an excellent English cast.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-08-22 - 1924-08-23
Summary:

The Coronet: Today till Sunday, Betty Compson and Bert Lytell in 'To Have and to Hold,' and Adventures of Felix. The Star: Today & tomorrow at 5.30 & 9.15 p.m., Creighton Hale and Ethel Shannon in 'Riders Up.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-09-05 - 1924-09-06
Summary:

George Fitzmaurice's 'To Have and to Hold' with Betty Compson and Bert Lytell. An unusual picture at the usual prices. September 5 Remarks: Illustration included. September 6 Remarks: Starting Sunday, Laura La Plante in 'The Dangerous Blonde.'