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: 1921-05-07 - 1921-05-10
Summary:

James Oliver Curwood's 'Isobel or The Trail's End' with House Peters and Jane Novak. It's an Edwin Carewe production. Remarks: Illustrations included.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-05-07 - 1921-05-10
Summary:

At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, James Oliver Curwood's 'Isobel or The Trail's End,' with House Peters and Jane Novak, an Edwin Carewe production. Illustration included.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-05-07 - 1921-05-07
Summary:

We now present, with the utmost confidence, 'Isobel' from James Oliver Curwood's novel of the same name. We defy the most critical to find a flaw in the whole picture. Come and see it tonight at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-05-07
Summary:

One of the most talented casts whichever portrayed a James Oliver Curwood story on the screen is to be found in 'Isobel or The Trail's End,' which opens a run in Coronet Theatre. The film starred House Peters and Jane Novak. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-05-09
Summary:

The production notes, synopsis and review of James Oliver Curwood's famous novel adaption 'Isobel or The Trail's End,' an Edwin Carewe production which features House Peters and Jane Novak. The film was shown in Coronet Theatre.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-06-10 - 1921-06-10
Summary:

Tonight we are showing 'The River's End,' a First National masterpiece from James Oliver Curwood's story and directed by Marshall Neilan. This film is going to take Hongkong by storm! The only two pictures we have ever shown that could be compared with it were 'Back to…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-07-18 - 1921-07-19
Summary:

Wo Ping Theatre: At 2.30, 5.15 & 7.15, episodes 6 of 'The Son of Tarzan,' episodes 5 & 6 of 'Daredevil Jack,' and Chefalo. The Coronet: At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15, Charles Ray in 'Peaceful Valley,' a First National attraction. The Kowloon: At 9.15, James…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-18 - 1921-07-19
Summary:

Woping Theatre: at 2.30, 5.15 and 7.15, 'The Son of Tarzan,' episodes 6. Also 'Daredevil Jack' episodes 5 and 6. At 9.15 p.m., Chefalo. The Coronet: at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Charles Ray in 'Peaceful Valley,' a First National attraction. The Kowloon: at 9.15 p.m…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-12-12 - 1922-12-12
Summary:

Commencing Wednesday, 13th instant, Max Linder in 'Seven Years Bad Luck.' Also 'The Leather Pushers,' Universal-Jewel-Collier's series by H. C. Witwer, featuring Reginald Denny. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-12-13 - 1922-12-16
Summary:

Thursday to Saturday, 14th to 16th Dec., at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Max Linder in 'Seven Years Bad Luck,' in 5 parts. Also, Round one of 'The Leather Pusher.' December 13 Remarks: At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., William Russell in 'Challenge of the Law,' 5 parts. December 14-16…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-12-13
Summary:

Seven Years Bad Luck,' a Robertson-Cole production featuring Max Linder, will be shown at the World Theatre from today till Saturday. Another special feature in the programme at the World Theatre is 'The Leather Pushers' written by H. C. Witwer. Film synopsis included.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-12-13 - 1922-12-14
Summary:

From tonight till Saturday night, Max Linder in 'Seven Years Bad Luck.' Also 'The Leather Pusher' [sic], featuring Reginald Denny and directed by Harry Pollard. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-12-13 - 1922-12-13
Summary:

Wednesday to Saturday 13th to 16th December. 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Max Linder in 'Seven Years Bad Luck' in 5 parts. Also round one 'The Leather Pusher [sic].' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., William Russell in 'Challenge of the Law.' Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-12-14 - 1922-12-16
Summary:

Thursday to Saturday, 14th to 16th December, 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Max Linder in 'Seven Years Bad Luck' in 5 parts. Also round one, 'The Leather Pushers.' Prices of admission. 9.15 p.m. show $1.20 and 80 cents; 5.15 p.m. matinee, 70 cents and 50 cents. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Ruth…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-02-14
Summary:

Frank Mayo, and his supporting players were in the screen drama entitled 'Dr. Jim' which will be shown at the World Theatre this weekend. The film directed by William Worthington, written by Eugene B. Lewis based on the original story of Stuart Paton. Other than this, the programme…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-02-15
Summary:

A Universal special 'Dr. Jim,' in which Frank Mayo and Herbert Heyes take the leading roles, will be shown at the World Theatre from this evening to Saturday next. The supporting members of the cast include Claire Windsor. Screen Magazine will give some very interesting scenes and…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-03-08
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Headline: At the World
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-06-20 - 1923-06-20
Summary:

From Thursday the 21st, Round 7 of The New 'Leather Pushers' with Reginald Denny.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-06-20
Summary:

At the World Theatre 'The New Leather Pushers [sic]' will be shown on Thursday, the 21st inst. In this, Kid Roberts is seen winning new fistic laurels in his battle for fame, wealth and the one girl. As in the other stories of this series, Reginald Denny, popular virile Universal…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-06-21
Summary:

The Leather Pushers,' a Universal Jewel Colliers production starring Reginald Denny is being shown at the World Theatre.