A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Coronet Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-03-10 - 1919-03-10
Summary:

To accompany the first episode of 'Get-Rich-Quick Wallingford,' we have arranged a special comedy programme featuring Max Linder, Charlie Chaplin, Harold Lloyd. We are also showing the latest war film. Booking at Robinson's.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-04-04
Summary:

The high standard of excellence at which the Coronet has always aimed and has succeeded in well establishing is sustained by the pleasing programme being given tonight and tomorrow. This includes an absorbing drama entitled 'The Children of the House.' Film synopsis included. In…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-09-11 - 1919-09-13
Summary:

Metro presents Harold Lockwood in 'The Masked Rider.' Harold Lloyd comedy. Booking at Robinson's.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-11-05
Summary:

The Shell Game' is another remarkable Metro production. It was screened at the Coronet last night to a good audience when an additional attraction was provided in the string hand from the s.s. Colombia. Another acceptable item in last night's programme was a Rolin comedy in which the…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-11-17
Summary:

The Come Back,' now being shown at the Coronet, is another Metro production. Film synopsis included. As a story, the film is rather stereotyped, but there are numerous passages providing plenty of humour and excitement. To add to the attractiveness of the programme, there is a Harold Lloyd…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-02-14 - 1920-02-16
Summary:

Tonight, 'Lord John's Journal,' Christy [sic] and Luke comedies. British Gazette. Last performances of episodes one and two of 'The Circus King.' Booking at the Theatre. February 16 remarks: 'The Circus King,' episodes 3 and 4 in 4 parts and Rolin Comedy.

7
Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-05-05 - 1920-05-07
Summary:

Tonight, 'The Lure of Heart's Desire' in 5 parts. '$500 or Bust!,' Pathe News and the Royal Hawaiian Quartette. At 7.15 p.m., 'Elmo the Mighty' episodes 1 and 2.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-10-08 - 1920-10-09
Summary:

Olive Tell in 'Secret Strings,' 'Around the Town' and Lloyd comedy. At 7.15 p.m., episodes 1 and 2 of the Pathe serials 'Bound and Gagged.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-04-12
Summary:

Yesterday was commenced the first two episodes of 'Pirate Gold' at the Coronet, and, as promised by the management, the film is a welcome departure from the usual serial story hitherto shown in Hong Kong. Of the dramatic variety, the film is relieved by flashes of humour which come and…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-06-22 - 1922-06-22
Summary:

Charles Chaplin in 'Pay Day.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-06-24
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is going to screen three comedies this week, starting from Monday. The first comedy will be Charlie Chaplin's two-part comedy 'Pay Day.' Film synopsis included. The other two comedies are Harold Lloyd's 'Never Weaken' and Larry Semon's '…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-06-24
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is screening a special all-comedy programme, including Charlie Chaplin's 'Pay Day,' Harold Lloyd's 'Never Weaken' and Larry Semon's 'Between the Scenes' [sic], this week.

13
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-06-26
Summary:

With arrangements made for fighting the heat, the Coronet Theatre is screening an all-comedy programme. The programme is headed by Charlie Chaplin's 'Pay Day.' The other two comedies include Harold Lloyd and Larry Semon.

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Headline: Pay Day'
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-07-01 - 1922-07-01
Summary:

Tonight is your last chance to see 'Pay Day.' Illustration of Charlie Chaplin included. Remarks: The ads didn't mention the theatre's name, surmised from other ads.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-07-28 - 1922-07-28
Summary:

The Coronet: At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, 'Everywoman.' Kowloon Theatre: Today at 9.15, 'Should a Woman Tell?' July 9 Remarks: Kowloon Theatre - Tomorrow at 6 & 9.15, Charlie Chaplin in 'Pay Day,' and 'That Girl Montana.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-07-31 - 1922-07-31
Summary:

The Coronet: 'Captain Cuttle's Derby,' 'Her Unwilling Husband,' and Harold Lloyd in 'Now or Never.' Kowloon Theatre: Chaplin in 'Pay Day,' and 'That Girl Montana.' Dance tomorrow.

17
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-01-08 - 1923-01-10
Summary:

The Coronet: At 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., 'Pay Day,' 'Grandma's Boy' and Jazz Band. At 5 sharp & 9.15 p.m., 'The Three Musketeers.' Kowloon Theatre: Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., William Duncan in 'Steelheart.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-01-08
Summary:

For three days from today to Wednesday at 9:15 performance, the Coronet Theatre has decided to screen the film version of Dumas' novel 'The Three Musketeers' featuring Douglas Fairbanks. An orchestra of 16 players will provide the musical background. At 2:30 and 7:15 performances…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-01-15 - 1923-01-17
Summary:

The Coronet: Mon. to Sat. at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., George Arliss in 'Disraeli.' Ordinary prices. Kowloon Theatre: Mon. to Wed. at 5.45 and 9.15 p.m., Chaplin in 'Pay Day,' and Lloyd in 'Grandma's Boy.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-06-04 - 1923-06-04
Summary:

The Coronet: At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Mildred Harris in 'Old Dad,' Shanghai Races May 1923 (By courtesy of B. A. T.) and Screen Magazine. The Star: Tonight at 9.15, Adele Blood in 'Anna Christie.' Booking at Moutrie's. At 5.30 matinee, Mary Pickford in '…