A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Empire Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-10-01 - 1918-10-03
Summary:

1st, 2nd and 3rd October, 9.15 performance, the distinguished Universal favourite Hobart Bosworth in that dramatic masterpiece, 'Colorado,' by the eminent dramatist, Augustus Thomas, author of 'In Mizzoura,' 'The Embassy Ball,' 'Arizona,' 'The Meddler…

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Headline: Empire Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-01-03 - 1919-01-06
Summary:

January 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th, 7.15 and 9.15 performance, 'Mystery of the Double Cross,' episodes 11 and 12. Also 'The Two Trunks,' another comic picture, and Annals of the War No. 4 (interesting events of the European war).

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-03-21 - 1922-03-22
Summary:

He believed that the young man was making love to his wife. What did he do? See Frank Mayo in his latest feature, 'Colorado.'

4
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-03-21 - 1922-03-23
Summary:

Today at 5.15 p.m. and 9.15 p.m., 'Colorado,' a Universal special attraction, starring Frank Mayo. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, Ben Wilson and Neva Gerber in 'Branded Four,' episodes 4th and 5th. Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-03-21
Summary:

Colorado,' in which Frank Mayo has had the leading role, is to be screened at the World Theatre. Film synopsis included.

6
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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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-12-19 - 1922-12-19
Summary:

The Storm' is coming.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-12-19
Summary:

The Storm,' a Universal-Jewel attraction starring House Peters, comes to the World Theatre. It is adapted from the New York stage sensation of the same name, written by Langdon McCormick.

9
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-12-20 - 1922-12-25
Summary:

Last two days (today and tomorrow) at 4.45 p.m. and 9.15 p.m., 'The Storm' with House Peters, Virginia Valli and Matt Moore.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-12-20
Summary:

The Storm,' a Universal-Jewel special starring House Peters and Virginia Valli, comes to the World Theatre on the 23rd December. It is written by Langdon McCormick, and directed by Reginald Barker, the producer of 'The Old Nest.' Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-12-21
Summary:

The Storm,' a Universal-Jewel special starring House Peters, and with Virginia Valli, Matt Moore, Josef Swickard and others in support, comes to the World Theatre on Saturday. Langdon McCormick is the man who wrote the stage success, and 'The Storm' is directed by Reginald Barker…

12
Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-12-22 - 1922-12-22
Summary:

Saturday to Tuesday, December 23rd to 26th, daily at 4.45 p.m. and 9.15 p.m., Universal-Jewel presents 'The Storm' in 8 parts. Prices as admission: matinee at 4.45 p.m., $1.50 and 80 cents; night show at 9.15 p.m., $2.50 and $1.00. Soldiers and sailors in uniform 50 cents to stalls…

13
Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-12-23 - 1922-12-23
Summary:

Saturday to Tuesday, December 23rd to 26th, Carl Laemmle presents House Peters, Virginia Valli, Matt Moore and Josef Swickard in 'The Storm,' a Universal production. Today at 4.45 and 9.15 p.m., Sunday special matinee at 4.45 p.m., and evening at 9.15 p.m. Prices of admission: at 4.45…

14
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-12-23 - 1922-12-23
Summary:

Saturday 23, Sunday 24, Monday 25 and Tuesday 26 December at 4.45 and 9.15 p.m., Universal-Jewel presents 'The Storm' in 8 parts, with House Peters, Virginia Valli and Josef Swickard. Admission: 4.45 p.m., $1.50 and 80 cents; 9.15 p.m., $1.50 and $1.00. Soldiers and sailors in uniform…

15
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-12-23
Summary:

The Storm,' a Universal-Jewel special starring House Peters, Virginia Valli and Matt Moore, will be seen for the first time at the World Theatre today. Langdon McCormick is the man who wrote the stage success, while the film is directed by Reginald Barker. Film plot included.

16
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…

17
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…

18
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-08-08
Summary:

If 'thy father' is not worthy of honour, is it a sin to turn against him? This is the problem that faced the heroine of 'Tillie,' a new Mary Miles Minter Realart film which opens at the World Theatre for four days. 'Tillie' is an Alice Eyton adaptation of the novel…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-08-30
Summary:

What is likely to happen at any moment to a victim of 'shell-shock' is illustrated in the Universal picture 'Shootin' for Love,' now showing at the World Theatre. Hoot Gibson is the star. Film plot included. Another attraction for the local boxers is 'Leather…

20
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-05 - 1924-05-06
Summary:

Monday and Tuesday only, a new round of 'The Leather Pushers,' deluxe edition featuring Reginald Denny. Also Jack Hoxie in 'Men in the Raw.' Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.