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: 1922-04-13 - 1922-04-13
Summary:

May McAvoy and Bruce Gordon in 'The House of the Tolling Bell,' a Blackton production, commencing Friday, 14th at The World for three days only. Illustration included.

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Headline: World
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-04-13 - 1922-04-14
Summary:

Commencing Friday 14th, a romance of superstition, when southerners clash, a Blackton production, 'The House of the Tolling Bell.' Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-04-13
Summary:

World Theatre is going to screen Blackton-Pathe production, 'The House of the Tolling Bell,' on Friday, the 14th, inst. The photoplay is featuring Bruce Gordon and May McAvoy, the star of 'Man and His Woman.' Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-04-14 - 1922-04-14
Summary:

Today at 5.15 sharp and 9.15 p.m., May McAvoy and Bruce Gordon in 'The House of the Tolling Bell' and ‘Snub' Pollard Comedies. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, Art Acord in 'The White Horseman' episodes 10 and 11. Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-04-15 - 1922-04-15
Summary:

Today at 5 p.m. sharp and 9.15 p.m., May McAvoy and Bruce Gorden in 'The House of the Tolling Bell,' and Snub Pollard Comedies. At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, Art Acord in 'The White Horseman,' epis. 10 and 11. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-04-15
Summary:

Besides 'The House of the Tolling Bell,' there is a Topical Budget, showing Princess Mary's betrothal to Viscount Lascelles and a Snub Pollard Comedy 'At the Ring Side' are showing in World Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-04-15 - 1922-04-20
Summary:

Last performance today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., May McAvoy and Bruce Gordon in 'The House of the Tolling Bell.' 2.30 p.m. and 7.15 p.m., 'Branded Four' episodes 12 and 13. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre. April 15 Remarks: On page 5, another ad. on 'The House of the…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-04-20 - 1922-04-20
Summary:

Today at 5.15 p.m. and 9.15 p.m., last performances of May McAvoy and Bruce Gorden in 'The House of the Tolling Bell.' At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, 'Branded Four' epis. 12 and 13. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-04-20 - 1922-04-20
Summary:

Last performances, today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., May McAvoy and Bruce Gordon in 'The House of the Tolling Bell.' 2.30 p.m. and 7.15 p.m., 'Branded Four' episodes 12 and 13. Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-04-20
Summary:

The House of the Tolling Bell' will be shown on Thursday at the World Theatre. Film plot included. Besides, another Artcraft picture 'For Better for Worse' is forthcoming.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-04-20
Summary:

The World Theatre is re-screening the drama 'The House of the Tolling' today at 5:15 and 9:15pm after numerous requests from the patrons.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-01-22 - 1923-01-24
Summary:

The Coronet: Tonight till Sat., Charlie Chaplin in 'The Idle Class,''Heart of the North' and Topical Budget. Kowloon Theatre: At 5.45 & 9.15 p.m., 'House of the Tolling Bell' [sic], 'By the Sad Sea Waves.' Carnival on Tuesday. January 23 Remarks:…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-22 - 1923-01-22
Summary:

The Coronet: Tonight till Saturday, Charlie Chaplin in 'The Idle Class,' 'Heart of the North' and Topical Budget. Kowloon Theatre: 5.45 and 9.15 p.m., 'House of the Tolling Bell' and 'By the Sad Sea Waves.' Carnival on Tuesday.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-01-22 - 1923-01-22
Summary:

The Coronet: Today till Saturday, Charlie Chaplin in 'The Idle Class,' 'Heart of the North' and Topical Budget. Kowloon Theatre: 5.45 and 9.15 p.m., 'House of the Tolling Bell' and 'By the Sad Sea Waves.' Carnival on Tuesday.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-24 - 1923-01-24
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Charlie Chaplin in 'The Idle Class' and 'Flower of the North.' Kowloon Theatre: 5.45 and 9.15 p.m., 'House of the Tolling Bell' and 'By the Sad Sea Waves.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-01-24 - 1923-01-24
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Charlie Chaplin in 'The Idle Class' and 'Flower of the North.' Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15, 'The House of Tolling Bell' and 'By the Sad Sea Waves.'

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Headline: Pathe-Baby
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-04-14 - 1923-07-14
Summary:

Pathe's latest wonderful creation, 'Pathe-Baby,' the Cinema at Home. Complete Pathe-Baby outfit ready to work on 110 Volts current $60; Resistance for use with 200 Volts current $5; Pathe-Baby films each reel $1.5. April 14 - May 14 Remarks: Call for a demonstration at Pathe…

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Headline: Pathe-Baby
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-08-08 - 1923-08-22
Summary:

Pathe-Baby will amuse and instruct your children, entertain yourself and your friends. $60.00. Non-inflammable films $1.50. More than 400 subjects with Harold Lloyd, Charlie Chaplin and ‘Snub' Pollard. Also scientific, scenic and topical films. Demonstration and sale: Hongkong Hotel…

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Headline: Pathe
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-08-27 - 1923-08-27
Summary:

Think what your home will be like when Pathe-Baby takes its place there with its boundless educational possibilities as well as its power of entertainment: your children will be captivated by the living lessons of the screen which will make them realize what they are taught at school: Niagara…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-12 - 1923-11-28
Summary:

It has been built like a precise machine, and no pain, trouble, or time have been spared to present you a perfect machine working with mathematical regularity and projecting a clear and sharp picture for the enjoyment of yourself and your family. Pathe-Baby, films will not burn, on sale at A.…