A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-07-23
Summary:

A grand benefit performance will be held at the Victoria Theatre on behalf of the poor sufferers of Canton, with the last series of 'Perils of Pauline' and also the latest war pictures. The next thrilling pictures to be staged will be 'Lucille Love,' 'Queen's Lover…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-02-03 - 1916-02-07
Summary:

Films screenings incluidng 'The Destruction of Carthage' (6 reels), 'Insects that Mimic', 'Manufacture of Big Shell' and 'Wiffles Family Intrigue' (2 parts); Screening of Pathe's British Gazette

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-02-03
Summary:

The Destruction of Carthage' will be screened on Friday. It's edited by the Photo Drama Co. of Paris and staged by the Ambrosio party. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-02-04 - 1916-02-05
Summary:

On Feb 4, the magnificent feature film drama 'The Destruction of Carthage' in 6 reels; interesting: 'Insects that Mimic'; Pathe's British Gazette, 'The Manufacture of Big Shell'; comics: 'Wiffles' Family Intrigue' in 2 parts.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1916-02-04 - 1916-02-05
Summary:

The drama in 6 reels, 'The Destruction of Carthage,' on Friday, 4th February, 1916. Interesting pictures including 'Insects That Mimic' and 'Manufacture of Big Shells.' Pathe's British Gazette included. Comics including 'Wiffle's Family Intrigue…

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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-03-27 - 1918-03-29
Summary:

Tonight, the powerful historical drama, 'Destruction of Carthage' in 6 parts and comics.

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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-04-01 - 1918-04-03
Summary:

Tonight, the powerful historical drama, 'Destruction of Carthage' in 6 parts and comics.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-11-24
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-11-24
Summary:

Cinderella's Twin,' with Viola Dana, will continue at the Coronet until Sunday. The next big Coronet film will be 'Orphans of the Storm,' which is now in course of preparation. Bookings for the coming months include Norma Talmadge in the 'The Eternal Flame,' Wesley…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-12-13
Summary:

In order to make a picturization of Booth Tarkington's famous 'Penrod' that would conform to his ideals of the tale in screen form, Marshall Neilan was compelled to 'corer' the child market in Hollywood. In addition to the principal roles of the west at the time the…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-12-15
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-12-15
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-12-15
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-12-19
Summary:

Norma Talmadge in 'The Eternal Flame,' a drama of Old France, appears for the last time at the Coronet today. The Coronet management announces the early presentation of 'Penrod,' the film made from Booth Tarkington's now famous boy stories that ran in the Cosmopolitan…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-12-21 - 1923-12-21
Summary:

With its present programme the Coronet strikes its usual Xmas note of comedy! Today, tomorrow and Sunday, the principal film is Mack Sennett's eight-reel dramatic farce, 'A Small Town Idol.' Next week, from Monday to Thursday, we have all the kids in filmland in Booth Tarkington…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-12-21
Summary:

The Coronet announced an all-comedy programme for the next week. Including 'Penrod' starred by Wesley Barry, which is based on Tarkington's boy stories; Constance Talmadge's 'Dangerous Business' is scheduled to follow; 'A Small Town Idol' by Director Mack…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-12-21
Summary:

Coronet management has decided to screen only comedy programs throughout the festive weeks. Currently the theatre is screening a Mack Sennett attraction, entitled 'A Small Town Idol,' featuring Ben Turpin. The Christmas attraction proper will be 'Penrod' with Wesley Barry and…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-12-22
Summary:

Ben Turpin has a happy medium for the expression in 'A Small Town Idol,' which is directed by Mack Sennett and screened in Coronet. On Monday the Xmas attraction will be Wesley Barry in 'Penrod,' adapted from Booth Tarkington's novel.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-12-22
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-12-22
Summary:

Wesley 'Freckles' Barry comes to the Coronet screen on Monday as the special attraction in 'Penrod.' Penrod is a picture for boys of all ages written about boys. A big collection of the cleverest children in Filmland support the young star. The present film, 'A Small…