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: 1922-01-05 - 1922-01-09
Summary:

January 6 at 5.15 & 9.15 p.m., 'A Beggar in Purple,' an Edgar-Lewis production from the novel by Andrew Soutar, distributed by Pathe, and Century Comedies, 'Wood Simps.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'The Diamond Queen,' 1st, 2nd & 3rd epis. Booking at the Theatre.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-01-05 - 1922-01-09
Summary:

Today 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'A Beggar in Purple,' also 'Wood Simps.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, 1st, 2nd and 3rd episodes of 'The Diamond Queen' featuring Eileen Sedgwick. Booking at the Theatre (Telephone 1337). January 5 Remarks: On page 5, another ad. on…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-01-06 - 1922-01-09
Summary:

Beginning Friday, 6th till Monday, 9th at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'A Beggar in Purple,' an Edgar Lewis production, Pathe Distributors. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Eileen Sedgwick in 'The Diamond Queen,' 1st, 2nd and 3rd. Booking at the theatre. Phone 1337.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-01-06 - 1922-01-06
Summary:

Tonight, a drama of love lost and won, Edgar Lewis Productions presents 'A Beggar in Purple,' from the novel by Andrew Soutar. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-01-06
Summary:

The World Theatre is going to show the Edgar Lewis-Pathe photoplay, 'A Beggar in Purple.' It will be a four days show commencing from today. The film is an adaptation of the novel of the same name by Andrew Soutar. Edgar Lewis's previous success 'Other Men's Shoes'…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-01-06
Summary:

A Beggar in Purple,' an Edgar Lewis-Pathe photoplay, will be the feature attraction at the World Theatre for four days. It is an adaption of the famous novel written by Andrew Soutar. Besides, it will be remembered that 'Other Men's Shoes,' a previous Edgar Lewis success, was…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-01-06
Summary:

A Beggar in Purple,' the Edgar Lewis-Pathe photography, starring John Hargrave, is showing in the World Theatre today. Film plot included.

8
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-01-17
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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-01-17 - 1925-01-17
Summary:

Starting Wednesday 21st, Johnny Hines in 'Little Johnny Jones,' a Warner Bros. classic of the screen. Picture or illustration included.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-04-04 - 1925-04-16
Summary:

Starting Friday, Warner Bros. presents Johnny Hines in 'Little Johnny Jones,' adapted from George M. Cohan's drama of the stage. Illustration included.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-04-09 - 1925-04-14
Summary:

Starting Saturday, 11th, Elinor Glyn's 'Three Weeks,' a Goldwyn picture with Conrad Nagel and Aileen Pringle, directed by Alan Crosland, scenario by Elinor Glyn, continuity by Carey Wilson and June Mathis. With special musical setting. Illustration included. April 11 Remarks: Ad.…

12
Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-04-11 - 1925-04-14
Summary:

Today till Tuesday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Elinor Glyn's novel, 'Three Weeks,' with Conrad Nagel, Aileen Pringle and a great cast. With special musical setting. April 11 Remarks: Today till Monday at 2.30 and 7.15, the latest and best Chinese production, 'The Mystery of…

13
Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-04-13 - 1925-04-14
Summary:

The most discussed picture of the screen, Elinor Glyn's immortal romance, 'Three Weeks,' a Goldwyn picture. Today and tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. Starting Wednesday next, a Warner Bros. classic of the screen, Johnny Hines in 'Little Johnny Jones.' Illustration…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-04-13 - 1925-04-13
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Elinor Glyn's 'Three Weeks' with Conrad Nagel, Aileen Pringle and others. Starting Wednesday next, Johnny Hines in 'Little Johnny Jones,' a Warner Brothers feature in seven reels.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-04-14
Summary:

Beginning tomorrow, World Theatre will be screening a Warner Brothers Classic 'Little Johnny Jones' featuring Johnny Hines. The film is adapted from the famous play of the same name written by George M. Cohan. The supporting cast includes Windham [sic] Standing, Margaret Seddon, Robert…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-04-14
Summary:

Johnny Hines, called the George M. Cohan of the screen, has the starring role in 'Little Johnny Jones' which will be the feature attraction of the week at the World Theatre beginning tomorrow. 'Little Johnny Jones' is a Warner Brothers classic of the screen, adapted from the…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-04-15 - 1925-04-18
Summary:

Today till Saturday, 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., a Warner Brothers classic of the screen, Johnny Hines in 'Little Johnny Jones' based on the dramatic co-musical composition by George M. Cohan. With special musical setting. Today only, 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Elinor Glyn's 'Three Weeks.…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-04-15 - 1925-04-16
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., a Warner Bros. classic of the screen, Johnny Hines in 'Little Johnny Jones,' based on the dramatic co-musical composition by George M. Cohan. With special musical setting. Today only at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Elinor Glyn's world-famous love…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-04-15 - 1925-04-16
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Johnny Hines in 'Little Johnny Jones,' a Warner Bros. classic of the screen in 7 reels. With special musical setting. Picture included.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-04-15 - 1925-04-18
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., a Warner Brother classic of the screen, Johnny Hines in 'Little Johnny Jones.' With special musical setting. Today only at 2.30 and 7.15, Elinor Glyn's 'Three Weeks.' April 17 & 18 Remarks: Starting Sunday, Alma Rubens and…