A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1908-09-08
Summary:

The Engel troupe of Russian dancers who have been appearing with so much success at the Victoria Cinematograph, give their farewell performance tonight. A lot of new comic and dramatic films will also be shown to the Hongkong public for the first time.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1908-09-09 - 1908-09-19
Summary:

Change of programme every second night. Two performances nightly. Every night at 9:15 p.m. Tickets can also be obtained at the Robinson Piano Co. Don't forget the address: Des Voeux Road (Pottinger Street Corner).

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-03-06 - 1909-03-06
Summary:

Monday, March 8th, 9 to 11 p.m. The world famed comedy duet. Steve Adson and Throne Jessie. The special act entitled 'Getting Ready.' Comic and dramatic films. Songs by Miss Cecilia Verard.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-03-08 - 1909-03-09
Summary:

Tuesday, March 9th, 9 to 11 p.m. The world famed comedy duet. Steve Adson and Throne Jessie. The special act entitled 'Getting Ready.' Comic and dramatic films. Songs by Miss Cecilia Verard.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-03-10 - 1909-03-10
Summary:

Wednesday, March 10th, 9 to 11 p.m. The world famed comedy duet. Steve Adson and Throne Jessie. The special act entitled 'Getting Ready.' Comic and dramatic films. Songs by Miss Cecilia Verard.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1909-03-11
Summary:

The Alexandra Cinematograph last night not only showed excellent comic and instructive films, but also secured the service of Miss Rosa Barnes. Audiences enjoyed her show.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-03-11 - 1909-03-13
Summary:

The world famed comedy duet. Steve Adson and Throne Jessie. The special act entitled 'Alagazam.' Comic and dramatic films. Songs by Miss Cecilia Verard.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-03-15 - 1909-03-17
Summary:

The world famed comedy duo. Steve Adson and Throne Jessie. In their inimitable Irish character sketch, Molly Doolan's Troubles. Comic and dramatic films. Last performance of Miss Cecilia Verard.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-03-18 - 1909-03-18
Summary:

The world famed comedy duo. Steve Adson and Thorne Jessie. In their inimitable Irish character sketch, Molly Doolan's Troubles. Comic and dramatic films.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-04-08
Summary:

Before opening time last night the Coronet Theatre (showing Douglas Fairbanks and an 'all comedy' list) had the 'house full' sign out. Mr. Ray evidently knows what the people want, and is getting it for them.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-05-08 - 1919-05-10
Summary:

Tonight, Norma Talmadge in 'The Social Secretary.' Pathe British Gazette Nos. 520-521. (The British Fleet is German Waters.) 'Teddy at the Throttle.' Smith and Jackson, at them or with them, you have to laugh. Booking Robinson's.

12
Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-05-19
Summary:

The management of Coronet Theatre has secured another top-hole film entitled 'More Trouble.' This picture was shown last night along with Pathe British Gazette, and a Keystone comedy in two parts.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-01-06
Summary:

For the next few days, the Coronet is going to show the Metro super-feature 'The Brand of Cowardice.' Film synopsis included. Shown together with this picture is a cartoon comic and a Christie comedy which are real laugh-producers.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-01-09
Summary:

The highest water-mark in the art of dramatic expression has been attained by Frank Keenan in the series of dramatic photoplays in which he features. Of this list of successes must be mentioned 'The Master Man,' the portrayal of which character calls for the best he is able to give of…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-05-05 - 1920-05-07
Summary:

Tonight, 'The Lure of Heart's Desire' in 5 parts. '$500 or Bust!,' Pathe News and the Royal Hawaiian Quartette. At 7.15 p.m., 'Elmo the Mighty' episodes 1 and 2.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-05-08 - 1920-05-10
Summary:

Tonight, overture, Pathe's British Gazette No. 625 (To Australia by Air - Unique photographs, 'Lonesome Luke Bartender' (Rolin Comedy), Lilian [sic] Gish in 'Daphne and the Pirate' in 5 parts, now re-issued by Triangle. Film plot included. At 7.15 p.m., 'Elmo the…

17
Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-07-01 - 1920-07-03
Summary:

The programme includes Pathe's Latest British Gazette, 'The Silent Mystery' episode one, Charlie Chaplin in 'Sunnyside' and Madame Petrova in 'The Law of the Land.'

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-07-09 - 1920-07-10
Summary:

Come and see Constance Talmadge (Captivating Connie) in 'A Pair of Silk Stockings' and Smiling Bill Parsons in 'Birds of a Feather.' July 9 and 10 remarks: Pathe's British Gazette and 'The Silent Mystery' episode three.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-09-23 - 1920-09-25
Summary:

If 'The Outsider' pleases you as much as it pleased us an enjoyable evening awaits you at the Coronet. September 23-25 remarks: Emmy Wehlen in 'The Outsider' 6 parts. Snub Pollard in 'Tough Luck.' Pathe's British Gazette. Today at 7.15 p.m., The Dolly Sisters…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-09-17
Summary:

A review on the acting of Pauline Frederick in 'The Peace of Roaring River,' which being shown at the Coronet. The film also co-starred by Hardee Kirkland and Lydia Yeamans Titus. A comedy and Pathe's British Gazette are also included in the programme.