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: 1922-08-01 - 1922-08-01
Summary:

The Kid, himself, will be at the Coronet on Friday.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-02 - 1922-08-02
Summary:

A 'teaser' ad. is so called because it teases. P. B. B.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-03 - 1922-08-03
Summary:

Everybody guessed right! P. B. B. stands for 'Peck's Bad Boy' which will be shown on Friday.

4
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-04 - 1922-08-04
Summary:

Why, it's the Kid himself, and he's appearing in 'Peck's Bad Boy.' Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-04 - 1922-08-04
Summary:

The Coronet: Today 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15, Jackie Coogan in 'Peck's Bad Boy.' Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9.15, Blanche Sweet in 'Her Unwilling Husband' and Harold Lloyd in 'Now or Never.' And don't forget 'Captain Cuttle's Derby.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-04
Summary:

Jackie Coogan, the lovable little chap in 'The Kid' together with Charlie Chaplin, reappears at the Coronet Theatre today in his second big picture 'Peck's Bad Boy.' It is noted that 'Peck's Bad Boy' is written by Mr. Irvin S. Cobb. Film synopsis included…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-05 - 1922-08-05
Summary:

The Coronet: Today 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15, Jackie Coogan in 'Peck's Bad Boy.' Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9.15, Blanche Sweet in 'Her Unwilling Husband' and Harold Lloyd in 'Now or Never.' Tomorrow, 'Everywoman.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-05
Summary:

Peck's Bad Boy,' starring Jackie Coogan, is now the attraction at the Coronet Theatre. It is observed that many giggles are added to the film by the ingenious titles which Mr. Irvin S. Cobb has written skillfully. Besides, it is noted that Jackie Coogan is first known by the audience…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-07 - 1922-08-07
Summary:

Please don't miss 'Peck's Bad Boy.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-07 - 1922-08-07
Summary:

Owing to the enormous success of Jackie Coogan in 'Peck's Bad Boy,' the management of the Coronet are holding this film over for one more day. D. W. Griffith's wonder film, 'The Greatest Question,' will be shown on Tuesday. Don't miss this last chance. Today at…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-07 - 1922-08-07
Summary:

The Coronet: Enormous success of 'Peck's Bad Boy.' Kowloon Theatre: 9.15 only, 'Everywoman.'

12
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-12 - 1922-08-12
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.30, 6.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Constance Talmadge in 'Two Weeks.' Kowloon Theatre: At 5.45 and 9.15, Jackie Coogan in 'Peck's Bad Boy.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-12 - 1922-08-12
Summary:

So we are screening Jackie Coogan in 'Peck's Bad Boy,' for one night only.

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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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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…

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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…

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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…

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

The hero of George Barr McCutcheon's romantic novel, 'The Prisoner,' formerly titled 'Castle Craneycrow,' felt about as much for the girl's new solitaire as the prizefight manager in H. C. Witwer's 'The Leather Pushers,' who regarded engagement…

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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.