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: 1921-09-28 - 1921-09-28
Summary:

Showing shortly! The great historical and patriotic drama, 'The Symbol of Sacrifice,' a story of the British flag and its glory in 8 reels. A 'cinemasterpiece' produced at a cost of $250,000. Produced by African Film Productions Ltd.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-09-30 - 1921-10-03
Summary:

Tonight! At 9.15 p.m., 'The Symbol of Sacrifice,' a story of the British flags and its glory in 8 reels. Matinee programmers: Friday to Monday, 5.15 p.m., 'The Kingdom of Love.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., final episode of 'Vanishing Trails.' Usual Prices. Booking at Messrs…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-01
Summary:

The story of the British flag is the theme of the special film being shown at the World Theatre this weekend, under the title of 'The Symbol of Sacrifice.' The cast includes thousands of actors and the picture os a wonderful combination of genius in staging and marvellous…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-03
Summary:

The management of the World Theatre has invited 80 Boy Scouts and Cadets to witness 'The Symbol of Sacrifice' this evening.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-05
Summary:

At the World Theatre on Friday afternoon is being shown 'The Symbols of Sacrifice' for the last time and all who have not seen this picture should make a point of doing so. On Tuesday evening, in addition to many Boy Scouts and Cadets who were entertained by the theatre, H. E. the…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-10
Summary:

The management of the World Theatre will screen the great patriotic picture 'The Symbol of Sacrifice' this afternoon at 4.30 sharp and also on Friday 14th, Saturday 15th and Monday 17th at 5 p.m. Russian and Hungarian dances by Mr. & Mrs. Gordon at tomorrow's matinee at 4.30 p…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-13 - 1921-10-15
Summary:

Friday 14th Saturday 15th & Monday 17th, 'The Symbol of Sacrifice' in 8 parts. Owing to the great length of this picture, the show starts at 4.30 p.m. sharp.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-14 - 1921-10-17
Summary:

William Fox presents Dustin Farnum in 'The Scarlet Pimpernel.' Matinee 4.30 p.m. sharp! 'The Symbol of Sacrifice' in 8 parts. 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., 'Trailed by Three,' 4 & 5 epis. Booking at Messrs. Mehta & Co.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-03-10 - 1922-03-13
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. performances, Edith Roberts in 'The Fire Cat.' At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, final episodes of 'Velvet Fingers' and 1st episode of 'The White Horseman' featuring Art Acord. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre. March 11 & 13…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-03-17 - 1922-03-20
Summary:

Today at 5.15 p.m. and 9.15 p.m., 'Madonnas and Men' with an all-star cast in 6 parts. At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, Art Acord in 'The White Horseman,' 1st, 2nd & 3rd epis. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre. March 18 & 20 Remarks: Sunday matinee at 6 p.m.,…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-03-24 - 1922-03-25
Summary:

Beginning Friday for 3 nights only at 5.15 p.m. and 9.15 p.m. (except Sunday Matinee), Billie Rhodes in 'The Blue Bonnet.' At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, Art Acord in 'The White Horseman,' 4th and 5th epis. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre. March 24 Remarks: On page…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-03-27 - 1922-03-27
Summary:

Today only! 5 p.m. sharp and 9.15 p.m., Gaby Delys and Harry Pilcer in 'Gaby,' 7 reels. At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, Art Acord in 'The White Horseman,' 4 and 5 epis. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre. March 27 Remarks: On page 4, another ad. on 'Gaby' only…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-03-31 - 1922-04-03
Summary:

Today at 5.15 p.m. and 9.15 p.m., Ivan Abramson presents Vivian Martin in 'Mother Eternal,' in 7 reels. At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, Art Acord in 'The White Horseman,' 6 and 7 epis. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre. April 1 & 3 Remarks: Sunday matinee at 6 p.m…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-04-07 - 1922-04-10
Summary:

Today at 5.15 p.m. and 9.15 p.m. (except Sunday matinee), Goldwyn presents Frank Lloyd's production, 'A Voice in the Dark.' At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, Art Acord in 'The White Horseman,' epis. 8 & 9. 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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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-04-21 - 1922-04-24
Summary:

Today at 5 p.m. and 9.15 p.m., Gloria Swanson in Cecil B. DeMille's special production, 'For Better, for Worse,' 7 parts. At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, 'The White Horseman,' episodes 12 and 13. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre. April 22 & 24 Remarks: Sunday…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-04-28 - 1922-05-01
Summary:

Today at 5.15 p.m. and 9.15 p.m., 'Forbidden Valley' with May McAvoy and Bruce Gorden. At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, 'The White Horseman,' epis. 14 and 15. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre. April 29 & May 1 Remarks: Sunday matinee at 6 p.m., William S. Hart in…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-05-05 - 1922-05-08
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Goldwyn presents Mabel Normand in 'The Floor Below.' At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'The White Horseman,' epis. 16 & 17. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre. May 5 Remarks: On page 4, another ad. on 'The Floor Below' only. Mabel Normand is…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-05-12 - 1922-05-15
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Gladys Walton in 'Rich Girl, Poor Girl.' At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., final episode of 'The White Horseman,' and 1st epi. of 'Do or Die' featuring Eddie Polo. Booking at the Theatre. May 13 & 15 Remarks: Sunday matinee at 6 p.m., Wallace…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-08-11 - 1922-08-14
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Realart presents Alice Brady in 'Out of the Chorus,' Snub Pollard Comedy and Pathe News. At 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., June Caprice & George B. Seitz in 'Sky Ranger,' epis. 8 & 9. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre. August 12 &14 Remarks…