A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Betty Compson
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-16
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-21
Summary:

To Have and to Hold' is a new Paramount film which comes to the Coronet Theatre this evening. The film starred Betty Compson and Bert Lytell. The story is based on a book written by Mary Johnstone [sic]. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-08-21
Summary:

Adventure is the keynote of 'To Have and to Hold,' the big picture which comes to the Coronet Theatre this evening. Based upon the novel by Mary Johnstone [sic], 'To Have and to Hold,' is staged in the time of James I, when adventure was to be had for the seeking. Film…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-22
Summary:

To Have and to Hold,' the big adventure film is still arousing keen interest in the Coronet Theatre. Thrilling incidents abound.

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

Coronet Theatre continues to screen 'To Have and to Hold.' The film exhibits scenes from England and the new colony of Virginia.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-08-22
Summary:

An exciting story, fine staging, brilliant acting and skillful filming – these are the elements that combine to make the Coronet Theatre's current attraction, 'To Have and to Hold,' a notable production in every sense of the world. Film plot included. The acting is in the hands of…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-23
Summary:

Showing at the Coronet Theatre again today is the great adventure film 'To Have and to Hold,' made by Paramount from the novel of the same name by Mary Johnstone [sic]. The leading players are Betty Compson and Bert Lytell.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-23
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-08-23
Summary:

Saturday always being a special day for cinema-goers, it is fitting that the Coronet Theatre should be showing this afternoon and this evening the adventure film 'To Have and to Hold.' Made by Paramount from the novel by Mary Johnstone [sic], 'To Have and to Hold' is a…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-25
Summary:

Local cinema-goers have their last opportunity this evening of seeing the great adventure film 'To Have and to Hold' which has been drawing interested audiences to the Coronet Theatre during the past few days.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-08-25
Summary:

Local cinema-goers have their last opportunity this evening of seeing the great adventure film 'To Have and to Hold,' which has been drawing interested audiences to the Coronet Theatre during the past few days.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-09-05
Summary:

Paramount film 'To Have and to Hold' is to be shown at the Star Theatre this evening following its very successful run at the Coronet last week. The film starred Betty Compson and Bert Lytell, under the production of George Fitzmaurice. 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: 1924-09-13
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-03-23
Summary:

Three Women,' is the featuring attraction of Coronet Theatre for next few days. The film is coming from Warner Brothers Studio. The notable cast included May McAvoy, Pauline Frederick, Marie Prevost and Lew Cody.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-03-23
Summary:

Coronet Theatre will be screening a Warner Brothers Studio attraction 'Three Women' this evening. May McAvoy heads the cast.

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Headline: Three Women'
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-03-23
Summary:

Three Women,' the production to which Ernst Lubitsch, the well-known director, has again so well applied his unusual talent, is to be presented at the Coronet today. The story deals with an unusual situation of three women and one man – far removed from the trite plot of the everlasting…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-03-24
Summary:

Three Women,' is the now showing at Coronet Theatre. The film is coming from Warner Brothers Studio. The notable cast included May McAvoy, Pauline Frederick, Marie Prevost, Lew Cody, Pierre Grendon and Willard Louis. Produced by Ernst Lubitsch. Film plot included.