A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-12-12 - 1922-12-12
Summary:

Commencing Wednesday, 13th instant, Max Linder in 'Seven Years Bad Luck.' Also 'The Leather Pushers,' Universal-Jewel-Collier's series by H. C. Witwer, featuring Reginald Denny. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-12-13 - 1922-12-16
Summary:

Thursday to Saturday, 14th to 16th Dec., at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Max Linder in 'Seven Years Bad Luck,' in 5 parts. Also, Round one of 'The Leather Pusher.' December 13 Remarks: At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., William Russell in 'Challenge of the Law,' 5 parts. December 14-16…

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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: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-12-13 - 1922-12-14
Summary:

From tonight till Saturday night, Max Linder in 'Seven Years Bad Luck.' Also 'The Leather Pusher' [sic], featuring Reginald Denny and directed by Harry Pollard. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-12-13 - 1922-12-13
Summary:

Wednesday to Saturday 13th to 16th December. 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Max Linder in 'Seven Years Bad Luck' in 5 parts. Also round one 'The Leather Pusher [sic].' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., William Russell in 'Challenge of the Law.' Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-12-14 - 1922-12-16
Summary:

Thursday to Saturday, 14th to 16th December, 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Max Linder in 'Seven Years Bad Luck' in 5 parts. Also round one, 'The Leather Pushers.' Prices of admission. 9.15 p.m. show $1.20 and 80 cents; 5.15 p.m. matinee, 70 cents and 50 cents. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Ruth…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-02-14
Summary:

Frank Mayo, and his supporting players were in the screen drama entitled 'Dr. Jim' which will be shown at the World Theatre this weekend. The film directed by William Worthington, written by Eugene B. Lewis based on the original story of Stuart Paton. Other than this, the programme…

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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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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-03-08
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-04-19
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-06-08 - 1923-06-18
Summary:

Charles Chaplin in 'The Pilgrim' at the World in June 13. June 8-9 Remarks: Teaser ads for the film. The ads didn't mention the theatre's name, surmised from other ads. June 11-12 Remarks: Photo included. Price of admission, $2 & $1.5. June 16 Remarks: Illstration…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-06-09 - 1923-06-09
Summary:

Charlie Chaplin in 'The Pilgrim.' This new Chaplin laugh knocks all records in half 500 feet, continues screen of laughter.

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Headline: At the World
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-06-09 - 1923-06-18
Summary:

Last show, tonight 9.15 p.m., Charles Chaplin in the First National's 4th attraction 'The Pilgrim.'

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-06-11 - 1923-06-12
Summary:

Commencing Tuesday 12th June at 9.15 p.m. only, Charlie Chaplin in 'The Pilgrim.' Prices of admission: $2.00 and $1.50. Soldiers and sailors in uniform 80 cents to stalls only. Picture included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-06-12 - 1923-06-18
Summary:

Tue. 12 to Fri. 1 June. Matinee at 5.15 p.m., Tom Mix in 'The Untamed.' Usual prices. Night at 9.15 p.m., Charles Chaplin in 'The Pilgrim' and Snub Pollard in 'The Old Sea Dog.' Prices $2 & $1.5. Booking at the Theatre. June 16 & 18 Remarks: Swap between the…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-06-12 - 1923-06-15
Summary:

Tuesday 12th to Friday 15th June, matinee show at 5.15 p.m., Tom Mix in 'The Untamed.' Usual prices. Night show at 9.15 p.m., Charlie Chaplin in 'The Pilgrim.' Also ‘Snub' Pollard in 'The Old Sea Dog.' Prices: $2.00 and $1.50. Soldiers and sailors 80 cents to…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-06-12
Summary:

For four days running the World Theatre is showing two pictures: 'The Untamed' starring Tom Mix and Pauline Starke; and Charlie Chaplin's 'The Pilgrim.' 'The Untamed' is a William Fox production. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-06-12
Summary:

For a four days engagement, the World Theatre is showing two special pictures, viz 'The Untamed' (six parts with Tom Mix in the leading role) and Charlie Chaplin in his latest and funniest comedy 'The Pilgrim,' also 'Snub' Pollard in 'The Old Sea Dog.'…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-06-12 - 1923-06-16
Summary:

Tuesday 12th to Friday 15th, June, matinee show at 5.15 p.m., Tom Mix in 'The Untamed.' Usual prices. Night show at 9.15 p.m., Charles Chaplin in 'The Pilgrim.' Also Snub Pollard in 'The Old Sea Dog.' Prices: $2.00 and $1.50. Soldiers and sailors 80 cents to stalls…

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Headline: At the World
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-06-13 - 1923-06-14
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., the First National's 4th attraction, Charlie Chaplin in 'The Pilgrim.'