A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-11-03
Summary:

The Grand announces that its full orchestra, which it claims will be the 'jazziest' in town will be installed tonight. Tonight's show includes a thrilling drama, set in the romantic surroundings of the Sahara, entitled 'White Hands.' Hobart Bosworth has the principal…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-11-05
Summary:

White Hands,' featuring Hobart Bosworth, is proving a popular attraction at the Grand, where it will be shown for the last time tonight. Buster Keaton brings roars of laughter with his comedy 'The Paleface.' Tomorrow Booth Tarkington's story 'The Flirt,' will the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-11-16
Summary:

The Flirt' originally announced for two days only at the Grand, has proved such a popular success that the management will show it for one day longer. Last night, it was enjoyed by a big house and many requests were received to hold it over. It will be shown today only, giving place…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-11-17
Summary:

Mary Pickford is due at the popular priced Wanchai house tonight, in 'Little Lord Fauntleroy,' in which she plays a dual role, that of the little 'lord' and of 'Dearest,' his beloved mother. All the familiar characters of the book appear in the production. '…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-11-19
Summary:

Big houses showed their appreciation of a first-class programme at the Grand Saturday and last night. In the hands of Mary Pickford, Mrs. Burnett's familiar story is made into a singularly charming picture. Mary plays the dual role.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-12-21
Summary:

After the ran of 'Fools and Riches' finishes at the Grand tonight, Griffith's picture 'Way Down East' is due. People who missed their opportunity in Coronet, will be welcomed. On Xmas day Constance Talmadge in 'Wedding Bells' and Harold Lloyd in 'Now or…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-12-21
Summary:

The run of 'Fools and Riches' finishes at the Grand Theatre tonight. This will be followed by the big Griffith picture 'Way Down East.' Constance Talmadge in 'Wedding Bells' and Harold Lloyd in 'Now or Never' are the attractions announced.

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Headline: The Grand
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-12-23
Summary:

The Grand announced that they are compiled to withdraw 'Way Down East' after today show. Tomorrow Harold Lloyd's 'Now or Never' will be shown. Constance Talmadge's 'Wedding Bells' is also in the bill for Xmas.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-12-25
Summary:

Harold Lloyd is at the Grand for a day or two. He starts this time in 'Now or Never,' a comedy will in keeping with his huge reputation. Constance Talmadge has also a humorous role is 'Wedding Bells,' which leads the spectator into the mazes of an absurd matrimonial tangle…