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: 1913-06-04 - 1913-06-05
Summary:

The new coming films, 'The First of April,' 'Sandy's Kilt' [sic], 'Lighted Candle' (the new sentimental film), and 'In the Abyss' (the grand dramatic film, in 2 parts, length 2,500 ft.); performance by Moore; the new dramatic film 'Queen of…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-06-06 - 1913-06-06
Summary:

The new sentimental film 'Lighted Candle'; the new film 'Billy's Stratagem'; the dramatic film 'Tom Butler' by special request; the new comic film Bedelia & the Suffragette; performance by Moore; the new dramatic film 'Queen of Carmargue' and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-06-07 - 1913-06-07
Summary:

Films screenings including 'Casmir & Pickpocket', 'For A Western Girl', 'Billy's Stratagem' and 'Queen of Carmargue' (in 3 parts); Singing performance by Nora Moore; Coming film: 'Evil Genius' and 'The Merry Widow'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-06-07 - 1913-06-07
Summary:

On the weekend, the new comic film 'Casimir & Pickpocket' [sic]; the new sentimental film, 'For a Western Girl'; the new film, 'Billy's Stratagem'; the new dramatic film 'Queen of Carmargue' (in 3 parts); and other pictures; performance by Moore;…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-06-09 - 1913-06-09
Summary:

Films screening of 'For A Western Girl', 'Funnicus in Love With the Actress', 'Picturesque Engadine', 'Queen of Carmargue' and 'Casimir, Gentleman & Pickpocket'; Singing performance by Nora Moore; Coming film: 'The Merry Widow'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-06-09 - 1913-06-09
Summary:

For a Western Girl,' new comic film 'Funnicus in Love with the Actress,' the new film 'Picturesque Engadine,' the new dramatic film 'Queen of Carmargue' (in 3 parts), the new comic film 'Casimir Gentleman & Pickpocket'; performance by Moore;…

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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…

13
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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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.

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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: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-06-21
Summary:

The Leather Pushers,' a Universal Jewel Colliers production starring Reginald Denny is being shown at the World Theatre.

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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…