A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-10-18 - 1919-10-21
Summary:

The Wager,' the production is in Metro's well-known style. October 18 remarks: Emily Stevens in 'The Wager.' Billy West in 'The Slave.' British Gazette No. 564-5. Booking at Robinson's.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-10-18 - 1919-10-21
Summary:

The best show in Hongkong tonight, where no disappointment awaits you! Emily Stevens in 'The Wager.' Also Billy West in 'The Slave' and British Gazette No. 564-5. Usual prices. Booking at Robinson's.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-10-18 - 1919-10-21
Summary:

Emily Stevens in 'The Wager.' Also Billy West in 'The Slave' and British Gazette No. 564-5. Usual prices. Booking at Robinson's. October 18 Remarks: On page 5, another ad. on 'The Wager,' the production in Metro's well-known style,

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-12-10 - 1919-12-12
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Anita Stewart in 'The Combat.' Usual prices. Booking at the theatre. Next change of programme, Valeska Suratt in 'The Slave.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-12-10
Summary:

The new programme for this week in Hongkong Theatre has just been issued in which the Vitagraph Co. presents the thrilling drama, 'The Combat,' in five parts, featuring the popular actress Anita Stewart. William Fox's production 'The Slave' in five parts, starring Miss…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-12-10 - 1919-12-12
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Anita Stewart in 'The Combat.' Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre. December 11 & 12 Remarks: Next change of programme, Valeska Suratt in 'The Slave.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-12-11
Summary:

Two magnificent pictures are being shown this week. 'The Combat,' is a splendid drama presented by the Vitograph [sic] Company in five parts, featuring Anita Stewart. In addition, William Fox's excellent production 'The Slave,' also in five parts, will be screened on…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-12-13 - 1919-12-15
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., the favourite star which you liked to see in 'The New York Peacock,' Valeska Suratt in William Fox western drama, 'The Slave.' Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-12-13 - 1919-12-15
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'The New York Peacock.' Valeska Suratt in William Fox Western drama, 'The Slave.' Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-12-16 - 1919-12-16
Summary:

Mr. Rudolph Andre from Honolulu will give an exhibition on the Hawaiian steel guitar during the performance of 9.15 p.m. from today, Tuesday 16th December. Also Valeska Surratt in 'The Slave.' Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-12-16 - 1919-12-16
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Valeska Suratt in 'The Slave.' At 9.15 p.m. tonight, Mr. Rudolph Andre of Honolulu will give an exhibition on the Hawaiian steel guitar during the performance.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-01-19 - 1920-01-20
Summary:

There will be a continuous performance. Charlotte in 'The Frozen Warning,' Emily Stevens in 'The Wager,' Madame Petrova in 'Extravagance,' Harold Lockwood in 'The Haunted Pyjamas,' 'Sporting Life,' Norma Talmadge in 'Panthea,' Emmy…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-01-19 - 1920-01-20
Summary:

Has the time come yet for a continuous performance theatre in Hongkong, similar to those in all the big cities of Europe and America? We wish to find out! On Wednesday, therefore, from 2.30 to 11.30 p.m., there will be a continuous performance. Tea and cakes will be served free to everyone…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-05-16
Summary:

A speaking cinema film is said to have been invented at last. It was reported that a Swedish engineer, M. Sven [sic] Berglund, has invented a speaking film which ensures simultaneous production of sound and picture. Professor Arrhenius, the famous scientist and Nobel prize-winner, declares that…

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Headline: Warning
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-29 - 1921-07-29
Summary:

Notice is hereby given that the exclusive exhibition rights for China of the Charles Chaplin film called 'The Kid' is the property of the First National Exhibitors Circuit and that these rights have not been sold or leased to any person or firm in China. Proceedings will be taken…

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Headline: Warning
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-02 - 1921-08-17
Summary:

Notice is hereby given that the exclusive exhibition rights for China of the Charles Chaplin film called 'The Kid' is the property of the First National Exhibitors Circuit and that these rights have not been sold or leased to any person or firm in China. Proceedings will be taken…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-10-04
Summary:

According to the writer, Mr. Chaplin does not like being called 'Charlie' – that he prefers to be known as Charles. Besides, he is unquestionably the greatest comedian in the world. Recently, the film 'The Kid' should prove that Mr. Chaplin is both a leading international…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-12 - 1921-12-16
Summary:

The Coronet will show Charlie Chaplin's 'The Kid.' December 12-14 Remarks: It didn't mention the theatre's name.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-12 - 1921-12-12
Summary:

The Kid' is coming!!

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-12
Summary:

Phenomenal business has been experienced by Northern cinemas fortunate enough to secure Charlie Chaplin's wonderful comedy, 'The Kid,' according to reports received locally. In Shanghai, it crowded the Victoria Theatre for two weeks at $2 per seat, and after a further four nights…