A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-04-22
Summary:

Today and tomorrow, Paramount picture called 'To Please One Woman' is the attraction at the Star Theatre. The leading role is portrayed by Claire Windsor. While a Thursday, there will be a double programme from two dancers Miss Mura Shipoff and her brother and an excellent film…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-04-23
Summary:

Showing the Star Theatre tonight for the last time is the entertaining Paramount picture 'To Please One Woman,' in which Claire Windsor takes the leading role. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-09-06
Summary:

To Have and to Hold,' made by Paramount from the novel by Mary Johnstone [sic], is a picture currently showing at the Star Theatre. Bert Lytell and Betty Compson are the lead players. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-09-09
Summary:

In 'A Full House,' the Paramount feature which will be screened at the Star Theatre tonight and tomorrow night, Bryant Washburn, the well-known light comedian, takes the leading part. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-09-10
Summary:

Local cinema-goers are reminded of the final show of the Paramount picture, 'A Full House' at Star Theatre today, which is starred by Lois Wilson and Bryant Washburn. Directed by James Cruze.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-10-04
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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-10-04 - 1924-10-11
Summary:

Commencing Wednesday, 8th October, Lon Chaney and Virginia Valli in 'The Shock,' a Univeral Jewel picture, directed by Lambert Hillyer. October 4 Remarks: Illustration included.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-10-06 - 1924-10-07
Summary:

All shows today and tomorrow at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Max Linder in 'The Little Café.' Commencing Wednesday next, Lon Chaney & Virginia Valli in 'The Shock' (Universal-Jewel). October 7 Remarks: Another ad on page 5, illustration included.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-10-06 - 1924-10-10
Summary:

All shows today and tomorrow at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Max Linder in 'The Little Café.' Usual prices. Commencing Wednesday next, Lon Chaney and Virginia Valli in 'The Shock,' a Universal-Jewel picture. October 10 Remarks: Today till Monday at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m.,…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-10-07
Summary:

Lon Chaney, in a Universal Jewel super-production that comes to a climax when a reproduction of the earthquake of 1906 shakes San Franciso into kindling for the great fire, will be the offering at the World Theatre, entitled as 'The Shock.' The film also starred by Virginia Valli, the…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-10-08 - 1924-10-10
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Lon Chaney and Virginia Valli in 'The Shock.' Directed by Lambert Hillyer with a superb cast. Increased prices. Today and tomorrow at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Max Linder in 'The Little Café.' October 8 & 10 Remarks: Small ads on…

12
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-10-08
Summary:

World Theatre will be showing 'The Shock' featuring Lon Chaney and Virginia Valli, today. The cast also includes Christine Mayo, Walter Long, Jack Mower, Henry Barrows and James Wong. The film is directed by Lambert Hillyer.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-10-09
Summary:

The Shock' is showing at the World Theatre. The picture is starred by Lon Chaney and Virginia Valli. Production details mentioned.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-10-09
Summary:

World Theatre is showing the Universal City attraction 'The Shock.' The film displays the San Francisco earthquake scene with utmost realism.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-10-10 - 1924-10-14
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Lon Chaney and Virginia Valli in 'The Shock.' Today till Monday at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Collette [sic] Brettel in 'The Wolf of Tibet.' Usual prices. October 10-11 Remarks: Another small ads on page 2 & 3. October 11 Remarks…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-10-11 - 1924-10-14
Summary:

Last performances today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Lon Chaney and Virginia Valli in 'The Shock.' Today at 2.30 and 7.15, Collette Brettel in 'The Wolf of Tibet,' with a superb supporting cast of foreign and Chinese actors. October 14 Remarks: Commencing tomorrow, Charlie Chaplin…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-10-15 - 1924-10-18
Summary:

Wed. 15th to Sat. 18th Oct. at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Charlie Chaplin in 'Tillie's Punctured Romance.' Also, Kiangsu-Chekiang War News (First Series). Two unusual pictures at ordinary prices. Today & tomorrow at 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., Lon Chaney and Virginia Valli in 'The…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-10-15 - 1924-10-18
Summary:

Charlie Chaplin in 'Tillie's Punctured Romance.' Also Kiangsu-Chekiang War News, Wednesday 15th to Saturday 18th October at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. Today and tomorrow at 2.30 and 7.15, Lon Chaney and Virginia Valli in 'The Shock.' October 18 Remarks: Commencing tomorrow, Jack…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-01-21 - 1925-01-23
Summary:

Lois Weber, producer of 'Hypocrites,' 'Shoes,' 'To Please One Woman,' 'The Price of a Good Time,' 'Where are My Children?' 'Too Wise Wives,' presents The Blot. Commencing Sunday, William Fox presents 'Over the Hill.' January…