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: 1917-03-31 - 1917-04-02
Summary:

Thrill! Romance! Adventure! The great Trans-Atlantic serial 'The Adventures of Terence O' Rouke' in 9 episodes (18 parts), featuring the famous cinema star J. Warren Kerrigan, commencing on April 4.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-04-11
Summary:

The Hong Kong Theatre offers a fresh martial film 'Terence O' Rourke' [sic], the first episode having been given last night. The 'Goddess' and 'Peg o' the Ring' have been delayed.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-04-11
Summary:

The Bijou Theatre is screening one of the Trans-Atlantic's exclusive serials, 'The Adventures of Terence O'Rourke' in nine episodes. The fifth and sixth adventures will be screened tonight. The programme includes a War Graphic and Keystone Comics.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-04-12 - 1917-04-12
Summary:

Screening of 'Adventures of Terence O'Rourke' (1st, 2nd & 3rd episodes) and Comics for 2 nights

5
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-04-12
Summary:

The manager of Hongkong Theatre has procured another serial film 'Goddess' and 'Peg o' the Ring' and 'Terence O. Rourke.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-04-13 - 1917-04-13
Summary:

Screening of 'Adventures of Terence O'Rourke' (1st, 2nd & 3rd episodes) and Comics

7
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-04-14 - 1917-04-17
Summary:

On Apr 14, showing the thrilling serial, 11th and 12th episodes of 'Peg O' the Ring'; war graphic and Keystone comics; on Apr 18, continuation of 'Terence O' Rourke,' 4 & 6 episodes.

8
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-04-14
Summary:

Prof. Jos Niban will give performances at the Bijou Theatre. He will be assisted by Miss Minang Gonzales. The 7th and 8th Episodes of the adventures of Terence O' Rourke will be screened.

9
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-04-18 - 1917-04-20
Summary:

From Apr 18-20, showing 4th-6th episodes of the beautiful serial, 'Terence O' Rourke'; on Apr 19, special matinee at 5.15 pm, screening of 'Life of Christ.'

10
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-04-21 - 1917-04-24
Summary:

On Apr 21, showing the final episodes, 7th-9th of 'Terence O' Rourke'; also comics.

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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.

12
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…

13
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.

15
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.

16
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…

17
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…

18
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
20
Headline: At the World
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-06-20 - 1923-06-20
Summary:

From Thursday the 21st, Round 7 of The New 'Leather Pushers' with Reginald Denny.