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: 1921-10-15
Summary:

A crowded house at the World Theatre greeted 'The Scarlet Pimpernel' last night when it was shown for the first time. Dustin Farnum takes the main role and supported by Winifred Kingston. Film synopsis included. Pathe's News is shown as usual and there are comedies and other films…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-22
Summary:

The star film at the World Theatre this weekend is a five-part picture entitled 'When a Woman Strikes.' It is a tale of the wild West with a cast including Ben Wilson, Neva Gerber, Rosemary Theby, Murdock MacQuarrie and other film favourite. Film synopsis included. There is the usual…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-26
Summary:

The World Theatre's star film 'The Source' is an interesting picture with a plot staged in a lumber camp. Film synopsis included. Other films shown are the Gaumont Graphic and a very funny comedy. At 5.15, the star film is 'Melting Millions,' and first three episodes of…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-11-16
Summary:

The star film at the World Theatre is a five-part drama entitled 'Betrayed.' Film synopsis included. Other films are the Pathe News and a couple of good comedies. At the matinees, two further episodes of 'King of the Circus,' featuring Eddie Polo, are being screened.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-11-30
Summary:

Desperate Trails,' is showing at the World Theatre. It is a good picture in every respect, with Harry Carey and Irene Rich in the principal roles. Film synopsis included. The Screen Magazine is shown, also a good comedy. At the matinees at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., two further episodes of '…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-09-27
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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-09-27 - 1924-09-30
Summary:

Jack Hoxie in 'Where Is This West?' a Universal picture. Illustration included. September 29 Remarks: Today till Thursday at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'The Hand of Vengeance' ep. 7 and 8 and 'Vod-a-vil' and 'A London Bobby.' Usual prices. September 30 Remarks:…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-09-27 - 1924-09-27
Summary:

Commencing Wednesday, 1st October, Warner Brothers' 'Lucretia Lombard,' adapted from the novel by Kathleen Norris, a Harry Rapf production featuring Irene Rich and Monte Blue. Illustration included.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-09-29 - 1924-09-30
Summary:

Today & tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Jack Hoxie in 'Where Is This West?' Film plot included. Today till Thursday at 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., 'The Hand of Vengeance' [sic], ep. 7 & 8 and 'Vod-a-vil' & 'A London Bobby.' Usual prices.…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-09-29 - 1924-09-29
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only, the King of the saddle, Jack Hoxie (with Mary Philbin) in 'Where Is This West?' Commencing Wednesday 1st October, 'Lucretia Lombard,' featuring Irene Rich and Monte Blue (Warner Brothers classic of the screen). Don't forget the date.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-09-30 - 1924-09-30
Summary:

The King of the saddle, Jack Hoxie in 'Where Is This West?' Final show today 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. Commencing tomorrow, Irene Rich and Monte Blue in 'Lucretia Lombard,' a drama of flaming passion, adapted from the famous novel by Kathleen Norris (a Harry Rapf production). Today…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-09-30 - 1924-09-30
Summary:

Warner Bros. classics of the screen, 'Lucretia Lombard,' a drama of flaming passion, adapted from the famous novel by Kathleen Norris, featuring Irene Rich and Monte Blue (a Harry Rapf production). Commencing tomorrow at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. Advanced prices. Also Jack Hoxie in '…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-09-30
Summary:

Lucretia Lombard,' the screen adaptation of the famous novel of the same name by Kathleen Norris, is scheduled for four days run at the World Theatre, commencing tomorrow, with Irene Rich and Monte Blue heading a distinguished cast of players. In casting the players, Director Jack Conway…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-09-30 - 1924-09-30
Summary:

Commencing tomorrow at 5.15 and 9.15, Warner Bros. presents 'Lucretia Lombard' adapted from the novel by Kathleen Norris, featuring Irene Rich and Monte Blue, a Harry Rapf production. Final show today, Jack Hoxie in 'Where Is This West?'

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-10-01 - 1924-10-04
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Irene Rich and Monte Blue in 'Lucretia Lombard,' adapted from the novel by Kathleen Norris. A Warner Bros. class of the screen. Also, British Gazette 1109/10, 'Felix Tries for Treasure' (Inkwell cartoon) and 'His New Papa…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-10-01 - 1924-10-02
Summary:

Starting today, 'Lucretia Lombard.'

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-10-01 - 1924-10-03
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Irene Rich and Monte Blue in 'Lucretia Lombard,' a drama of flaming passion adapted from the nationally famous novel by Kathleen Norris, Warner Bros. classic of the screen. Also British Gazette 1109/10, 'Felix Tries for Treasure' (…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-10-01
Summary:

Lucretia Lombard,' the picture which had the lines from Ann Radcliff's novel 'the Mysteries of Udolpho,' is an adaptation of Kathleen Norris' famous novel, which is showing at the World Theatre today. This is a Warner Brothers classic and a Harry Ranf production co-…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-10-01
Summary:

World Theatre will be showing a Warner Brothers classic 'Lucretia Lombard' today. The Harry Ranf [sic] production is a screen adaptation of Kathleen Norris's famous novel of the same name. Jack Conway directed the picture and the cast includes Irene Rich and Monte Blue.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-10-01
Summary:

Fate sits on these dark battlements and frowns… Tells of a nameless deed. These lines which form the motto of Ann Radcliff's novel 'The Mysteries of Udolpho' which thrilled 18th-century readers are very applicable to 'Lucretia Lombard,' the picture showing at the World…