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: 1921-10-15
Summary:

A crowded house at the World Theatre greeted 'The Scarlet Pimpernel' last night when it was shown for the first time. Dustin Farnum takes the main role and supported by Winifred Kingston. Film synopsis included. Pathe's News is shown as usual and there are comedies and other films…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-22
Summary:

The star film at the World Theatre this weekend is a five-part picture entitled 'When a Woman Strikes.' It is a tale of the wild West with a cast including Ben Wilson, Neva Gerber, Rosemary Theby, Murdock MacQuarrie and other film favourite. Film synopsis included. There is the usual…

3
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-26
Summary:

The World Theatre's star film 'The Source' is an interesting picture with a plot staged in a lumber camp. Film synopsis included. Other films shown are the Gaumont Graphic and a very funny comedy. At 5.15, the star film is 'Melting Millions,' and first three episodes of…

4
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-11-16
Summary:

The star film at the World Theatre is a five-part drama entitled 'Betrayed.' Film synopsis included. Other films are the Pathe News and a couple of good comedies. At the matinees, two further episodes of 'King of the Circus,' featuring Eddie Polo, are being screened.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-11-30
Summary:

Desperate Trails,' is showing at the World Theatre. It is a good picture in every respect, with Harry Carey and Irene Rich in the principal roles. Film synopsis included. The Screen Magazine is shown, also a good comedy. At the matinees at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., two further episodes of '…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-06-22 - 1922-06-26
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Ivan Abramson's super-picture, 'The Wrong Woman' in 6 parts starring Olive Tell and Montagu Love. 2.30 p.m. and 7.15 p.m., Eileen Sedgwick and George Larkin in 'Terror Trail' episodes 1 and 2. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre. June 22…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-06-23 - 1922-06-26
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Ivan Abramson's super-picture, 'The Wrong Woman,' in 6 parts starring Olive Tell and Montaou [sic] Love. At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Eileen Sedgwick & George Larkin in 'Terror Trail,' epis. 1 and 2. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre. June…

8
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-23 - 1922-06-26
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Ivan Abramson's masterpiece, 'The Wrong Woman' in 6 parts, starring Olive Tell and Montagu Love. 2.30 p.m. and 7.15 p.m., Eileen Sedgwick and George Larkin in 'Terror Trail' episodes 1 and 2. Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-24
Summary:

The Wrong Woman,' a masterpiece from Ivan Abramson's greatest production, featuring Olive Teel [sic] and Montagu Love, is now showing at the World Theatre. Besides, a new serial film 'Terror Trail' is being shown at the 2.15 and 7.15 performances.

10
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-06-29 - 1922-07-03
Summary:

9.15 p.m. only, China's Great War picture entitled 'Wu-Pei-Fu and His Army.' Bebe Daniels in 'She Couldn't Help It.' Prices $1.20 and 60 cents. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, Eileen Sedgwick and George Larkin in 'Terror Trail' episodes 3 and 4. Matinee…

11
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-06-30 - 1922-07-03
Summary:

At 9.15 p.m. only, China's great war picture entitled 'Wu Pei-fu & His Army,' and Bebe Daniels in 'She Couldn't Help It.' Prices $1.2 and 80 cents. Matinee at 5.15 p.m., Bebe Daniels in 'She Couldn't Help It,' Snub Pollard in 'Spot Cash.…

12
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-30 - 1922-07-03
Summary:

9.15 p.m. only, China's great war picture entitled 'Wu Pei-Fu and His Army.' Also Bebe Daniels in 'She Couldn't Help It.' Prices: $1.20 and 80 cents. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, Eileen Sedgwick and George Larkin in 'Terror Trail' episodes 3 and 4.…

13
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-07-01 - 1922-07-01
Summary:

9.15 p.m. only, China's great war picture entitled 'Wu Pei-Fu and His Army' and Bebe Daniels in 'She Couldn't Help It.' Prices: $1.20 and 88 cents. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, Eileen Sedgwick and George Larkin in 'Terror Trail' episodes 3 and 4.…

14
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-07-07 - 1922-07-10
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'The Plaything of Broadway,' featuring Justine Johnstone. Also, Snub Pollard in 'Name the Day.' At 2.30 and 7.15 performance, Eileen Sedgwick in 'Terror Trail,' epis. 5 & 6. Usual price. Booking at the Theatre. July 8 & 10…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-07-07 - 1922-07-10
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'The Plaything of Broadway,' featuring Justine Johnstone. Also ‘Snub' Pollard in 'Name the Day.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Eileen Sedgwick in 'Terror Trail' episodes 5 and 6. Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.

16
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-07-07 - 1922-07-10
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'The Plaything of Broadway' featuring Justine Johnstone. Also ‘Snub' Pollard in 'Name the Day.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Eileen Sedgwick in 'Terror Trail' episodes 5 and 6. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

17
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-07-08 - 1922-07-08
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'The Plaything of Broadway' featuring Justine Johnstone. Also ‘Snub' Pollard in 'Name the Day.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Eileen Sedgwick in 'Terror Trail' episodes 5 and 6. Sunday matinee at 6 p.m., William S. Hart in 'The Poppy…

18
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-07-11 - 1922-07-13
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Bessie Barriscale in 'A Trick of Fate.' At 2.30 and 7.15 performance, Eddie Polo in 'Do or Die,' final epis. and Eileen Sedgwick in 'Terror Trail,' epis. 7 & 8. Usual price. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-07-11 - 1922-07-13
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Bessie Barriscale in 'A Trick of Fate.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, Eddie Polo in 'Do or Die' (final episodes) and Eileen Sedgwick in 'Terror Trail,' episodes 7 and 8. Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-07-11 - 1922-07-13
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Bessie Barriscale in 'A Trick of Fate.' 2.30 and 7.15 performances, Eddie Polo in 'Do or Die' final episodes and Eileen Sedgwick in 'Terror Trail' episodes 7 and 8. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.