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: 1898-04-07
Summary:

A complete change of programme was presented last night, at the entertainment given by Carl Hertz, in the City Hall. A number of remarkably lifelike pictures were shown by the cinematograph, 'A Call on the London Fire Brigade' being receiver with great enthusiasm. 'Persimmon…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1898-04-11
Summary:

There will doubtless be a big holiday audience present at the Theatre Royal this evening, to witness the performance of Carl Hertz. Also the cinematographe pictures were enthusiastically received, the fight between gunboats and the turn-out of the London Fire Brigade being re-shown.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-12-23
Summary:

Children, young and old alike, are keenly anticipating the opening of the Coronet (late Bijou) Theatre tomorrow. For the occasion, the wonderful ten-part film, 'Jack and the Beanstalk' is to be screened at 4.30 and 9.15 p.m. This is the first film pantomime ever shown in Hong Kong and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-12-25
Summary:

The Coronet Theatre has been renovated and refurnished throughout. New features have been introduced including children's plays. Mr. H. W. Ray is the new Manager of the Coronet. The first performance under the new management took place yesterday was 'Jack and the Beanstalk.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-12-31
Summary:

The first 'super' film at the Coronet Theatre, 'Jack and the Beanstalk,' which has been succeeded at the evening presentation by another Fox film, 'The Walls of Jericho.' The film has wonderful acting and photography. Film synopsis included. Also, an amusing comedy…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-01-06
Summary:

New York' is being screened at the Coronet Theatre again tonight. "Jack and the Beanstalk" is being shown again on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoon.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-01-09
Summary:

The management of the Coronet Theatre has improved the lighting and new arrangement for the pictures screened, including 'New York,' 'Jack and the Beanstalk,' 'Runaway Romany.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-01-23
Summary:

There is a varied programme of pictures provided for the patrons of the Victoria Theatre this week. The final episode of 'The Terror of the Range' is to be screened together with 'The Yellow Ticket,' featuring Fannie Ward. And also a film version of 'Jack and the…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-08-11
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-09-01
Summary:

The Scarlet Car' featuring Hert [sic] Rawlinson in this Universal photoplay, will appear on the screen of World Theatre from tomorrow to Tuesday night. The next show will be 'The Flirt.' Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-09-01
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-09-01
Summary:

World Theatre is will be screening a Hobart Henley directed film, entitled 'The Flirt,' featuring Eileen Percy, Helen Jerome Eddy and George Nichols who is famous for his performance in 'Human Hearts.' The film gives a detailed view of the American lifestyle with a little…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-01
Summary:

Booth Tarkington's story, 'The Flirt,' is one of the most widely read books and its entertainment value is greatly enhanced by its presentation in screen form. It was made into a magnificent film by the Universal Picture Corporation and will be seen at the World Theatre soon. The…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-09-11
Summary:

The Flirt' which comes to the World Theatre tomorrow as a Universal-Jewel animation of Booth Tarkington's novel, has well been described as 'the story of the folks next door.' The film starred Helen Jerome Eddy, Eileen Percy, George Nichols and Lydia Knott.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-09-11
Summary:

World Theatre is going to screen a Universal-Jewel production entitled 'The Flirt.' The film exhibits the American lifestyle as written by Booth Tarkington in his book. The cast includes Eileen Percy, Helen Jerome Eddy, George Nichols, Lloyd Whitlock, Edward Hearn, Bert Roach and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-11
Summary:

Booth Tarkington's human drama, 'The Flirt,' which thousands read as a novel and which comes to the World Theatre tomorrow, is a big Universal-Jewel photoplay. The Uppety daughter is 'The Flirt.' Her role is brilliantly played by Eileen Percy. The Sanitary engineer is…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-09-13
Summary:

The Flirt' will continue at the World Theatre until Saturday night. The Universal-Jewel production is based on Booth Tarkington's story, starring Helen Jerome Eddy, Gov. Nichols and Eileen Percy. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-13
Summary:

The Flirt' commenced its local engagement at the World Theatre last night and runs till Saturday night. It is a cross-section of American life, filmed as a Universal Jewel production with the idea 'to attain and maintain the highest moral and artistic standard.' This type of story…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-10-15
Summary:

Booth Tarkington's arresting story of life in the small towns of the States, bearing the somewhat misleading title 'The Flirt' will be shown of the last time at the Star tonight. Beginning Thursday, the Star will present the big picture 'Disraeli.' George Arliss, in the…

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Headline: Cinema Prices
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-10-16
Summary:

(To the Editor, S. C. M. Post.) It is very gratifying to see Mr. Ray's defence in justice to super-production picture prices for it gives one change to grasp both sides of the argument. Super-production pictures are now practically an every other day affair. To my mind, a super-production…