A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-03-16
Summary:

William Lyon Phelps Lampson, Professor of English Literature at Yale University, was so impressed by the William Fox picturization of 'Les Miserables,' with William Farnum take the leading role, will be shown at the World Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-03-19
Summary:

Les Miserables,' written by Victor Hugo, became a moving picture in which presented by William Fox and starred by William Farnum, will take place for screening in World Theatre.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-03-19 - 1923-03-22
Summary:

From Wednesday to Saturday at 5 p.m. and 9 p.m. sharp, William Farnum as Jean Valjean in Victor Hugo's 'Les Miserables,' a William Fox production. Plot and illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-03-21
Summary:

Victor Hugo sold the rights of 'Les Miserables' to William Fox and become a screen version which is shown at the World Theatre, starred by William Farnum.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-03-21 - 1923-03-24
Summary:

From Wednesday to Saturday at 5 p.m. and 9 p.m. sharp, William Farnum in 'Les Miserables.' Prices of admission: $1.50 and $1.00. Military and navy in uniforms: half price to stalls only. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Wednesday and Thursday, 'White Eagle' episodes 11 and 12; Friday to…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-03-24
Summary:

A film version of Victor Hugo's 'Les Miserables' is showing at the World Theatre today. William Farnum starred in this William Fox production. Film plot included.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-03-24 - 1923-03-24
Summary:

Last chance to see 'Les Miserables' today. Commencing Sunday 25th, Bebe Daniels in One Wild Week.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-12-15 - 1924-12-16
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15, Georges Carpentier in 'The Wonder Man.' Usual prices. Commencing Wednesday 17th, the biggest boxing show. Today till Thursday at 2.30 and 7.15, a marvelous chapter play with English and Chinese titles, 'Mr. Nobody' (ep 1, 2 and 3).…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-12-17 - 1924-12-20
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15 only, the greatest boxing show ever seen. Prices $2.00, $1.00 and 60 cents. Today and tomorrow at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., a marvelous chapter play with English and Chinese titles, 'Mr. Nobody' (ep 1, 2 and 3). December 20 Remarks: Commencing tomorrow at…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-12-22 - 1924-12-23
Summary:

Today and tomorrow at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Malvina Longfellow in the eternal poem, 'The Story of the Rosary.' Usual prices. Starting Wednesday next, Jane Novak in 'The Lullaby,' a Chester Bennett's photo dramatic masterpiece. Today till Thursday at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., a…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-12-24 - 1924-12-27
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'The Lullaby' starring Jane Novak and a brilliant cast. No advance of price. Today and tomorrow at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., a marvelous chapter play with Chinese titles, 'Mr. Nobody' (episode 4 in 4 parts). December 26 & 27 Remarks:…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-12-27 - 1924-12-30
Summary:

Sunday 28th to Tuesday 30th December, a drama overwhelming in force, Jack Holt and Hedda Nova in 'The Mask.' Also 'The Portuguese Aviators' Flight to Macao' in 2 reels. December 29 & 30 Remarks: Today till Thursday at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., a thrilling chapter play with…

13
Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-12-31 - 1925-01-03
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., the greatest American picture, Jesse L. Lasky presents 'The Covered Wagon,' a Paramount picture. To be shown simultaneously with the Coronet. Today and tomorrow at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., a marvelous chapter play with Chinese titles, 'Mr.…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-01-05 - 1925-01-06
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., the latest French super-production, 'The Parisian Rag-Picker,' featuring Nicolai [sic] Koline and Helene Darney, the world-famous screen stars. Usual prices. Today till Thursday at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., a marvelous chapter play with Chinese…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-01-07 - 1925-01-10
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'Merry-Go-Round,' featuring Mary Philbin, Norman Kerry and a great cast. Today till Saturday at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., the latest Chinese super-production 'Two Valiant Brothers' in 10 reels produced by Commercial Press Ltd. Also '…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-01-21 - 1925-01-23
Summary:

Starting today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15, Lois Weber presents 'The Blot.' Commencing Sunday, William Fox presents 'Over the Hill' [sic]. January 21 & 22 Remarks: Another ad. on page 12. Today and tomorrow only at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Mr. Nobody' (Ep. 16 and…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-02-04 - 1925-02-07
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'Being Respectable' by Grace Flandrau with Marie Prevost, Monte Blue, Louise Fazenda, Irene Rich, Theodore von Eitz and Frank Currier, a Warner Brothers classic of the screen. Added attraction: 'Plus and Minus' (Cameo comedy) and…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-02-11 - 1925-02-14
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Andree Lafayette in 'Why Get Married?' Also 'Koenigsmark.' February 11 Remarks: Today till Friday at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Mr. Nobody' Ep. 19 and 20. Added attraction, Magical Hypnotism (played by a number of skillful…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-02-14 - 1925-02-21
Summary:

Beginning Tuesday, 17th at 5 and 9.15 p.m., 'Koenigsmark.' Picture or illustration included. February 17-19 Remarks: Starting tomorrow at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Hongkong China Sun's first and best production, 'Love Is Dangerous.' February 20 Remarks: Coming, 'Three…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-02-21