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: 1913-12-18
Summary:

Chicago, Nov. 14 – Athletics and entertainment are encouraged by the governor of the prison and the State Board of Control, to arouse the interest and spirit of the men under detention. Moving pictures are shown several evenings a week at the Anamosa Prison, and the governor says that these and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-19 - 1923-03-19
Summary:

William Fox presents William Farnum in 'Les Miserables.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-19
Summary:

William Farnum will be seen at the World Theatre, in a screen dramatization of Victor Hugo's immortal story 'Les Miserables.' It is a production under the Fox Film Corporation. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-20 - 1923-03-20
Summary:

Wednesday to Saturday, 4 days only, 5 and 9 p.m. sharp, William Fox presents William Farnum in Victor Hugo's 'Les Miserables.' Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-21 - 1923-03-24
Summary:

From Wednesday to Saturday, four days only at 5 p.m. and 9 p.m. sharp, William Farnum in 'Les Miserables' in 8 parts. Prices of admission: $1.50 and $1.00. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Wednesday and Thursday, 'White Eagle' episodes 11 and 12; Friday to Monday, 'White Eagle'…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-21 - 1923-03-22
Summary:

William Fox presents William Farnum in 'Les Miserables,' Victor Hugo's story. From Wednesday to Saturday at 5 p.m. and 9 p.m. sharp. Prices: $1.50 and $1.00. Picture included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-21
Summary:

Les Miserable,' Victor Hugo's masterpiece, a screen version of which William Fox presents at the World Theatre today, has been called by leading literary lights of the world, 'The Gospel of the Poor.' William Farnum takes the title role in the film. Film synopsis included.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-22
Summary:

Les Miserable,' a Victor Hugo's masterpiece, the screen version of which William Fox presents was shown at the World Theatre last night. The leading role is taken by William Farnum. Film synopsis included.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-24 - 1923-03-24
Summary:

Final showing today of 'Les Miserables.' Commencing Sunday 25th, Bebe Daniels in 'One Wild Week.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-24
Summary:

William Farnum bows himself out of the World Theatre tonight with the final performance of the Fox super-production 'Les Miserables.' This is the last chance to see the drama of Victor Hugo.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-09-23 - 1924-09-23
Summary:

The picture magnificent, 'Where's My Wandering Boy Tonight?' Commencing tomorrow at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., an all-star cast in 'The Night Message.' Final show today.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-09-23 - 1924-09-23
Summary:

Last performances today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'The Night Message' with an all-star cast including Gladys Hulette, Howard Truesdell and others. Commencing tomorrow, 'Where's My Wandering Boy Tonight?' Today till Thursday at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'The Leather Pushers…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-09-24 - 1924-09-25
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'Where's My Wandering Boy Tonight.' Today till Thursday at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'The Leather Pushers' round 21 and 'The Hand of Vengeance' episodes 3 and 4. Usual prices.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-09-24 - 1924-09-24
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'Where's My Wandering Boy Tonight?' Usual prices. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-09-24
Summary:

Where is My Wandering Boy Tonight,' is a splendidly photographed production and tells a story that touches every human heart. The strain on the feelings is lightened at times by situations calling for quiet chuckles rather than laughter. Film plot included. All in all, this new picture…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-09-25 - 1924-09-25
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'Where's My Wandering Boy Tonight?'

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-09-26 - 1924-09-26
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'Where's My Wandering Boy Tonight?' Today till Sunday at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'The Hand of Vengeance' episodes 5 and 6. Also 'Your Next' [sic] (comedy).

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-09-26 - 1924-09-26
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only, the motherliest mother story ever told, 'Where's My Wandering Boy Tonight?' By all means see it. Usual prices.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-09-27 - 1924-09-27
Summary:

Don't miss seeing 'Where's My Wandering Boy Tonight?' Commencing tomorrow, Jack Hoxie with Mary Philbin in 'Where Is This West?'

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-09-27 - 1924-09-27
Summary:

Last chance to see the magnificent picture, 'Where's My Wandering Boy Tonight?' Final show today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. Commencing tomorrow, Jack Hoxie in 'Where Is This West?' Today and tomorrow at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'The Hand of Vengeance' episodes 5 and 6…