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: 1923-12-07
Summary:

Through a Glass Window,' which was presented at the World Theatre last night, is an excellent show. Little Miss Avoy wins your attention as the plucky little mite. And then there is Raymond Mckee and Fannie Midgely [sic]. All in all, it is a heart interest story which stacks up splendidly…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-10-07
Summary:

Lon Chaney in a Universal-Jewel super-production that comes to a climax when a reproduction of the earthquake of 1906 shakes San Francisco into kindling for the great fire, will be the offering at the World Theatre beginning tomorrow. It is entitled 'The Shock.' The sweetness is…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-03 - 1924-11-03
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., an all-star cast in 'Behind the Curtain.' Usual prices. Today till Thursday at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Ivan Mozukin and Nathalia Lesienko in 'Kean.' Mary Pickford in 'Mary Ain't Guilty,' starting Wednesday next.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-03 - 1924-11-03
Summary:

Mary Pickford in 'Mary Ain't Guilty.' Also new round of 'Leather Pushers' (round 24), commencing Wednesday 5th. Booking at Moutrie's before 5 p.m., and at the theatre after 5 p.m. Booking now. Today and tomorrow only, an all-star cast in 'Behind the Curtain,…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-04 - 1924-11-04
Summary:

Mary Pickford in 'Mary Ain't Guilty,' starting tomorrow. Booking at Moutrie's before 5 p.m., or at the theatre after 5 p.m. Booking now.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-04 - 1924-11-04
Summary:

Last chance to see 'Behind the Curtain.' Final show today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. Commencing tomorrow, Mary Pickford in 'Mary Ain't Guilty.' Also 'Leather Pushers' (round 24). Today till Thursday at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Ivan Mozukin and Nathalia Lesienko in '…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-04 - 1924-11-07
Summary:

Mary Pickford in 'Mary Ain't Guilty.' Also new round of 'Leather Pushers' (round 24). Commencing tomorrow. Booking now on. Booking at Moutrie's before 5 p.m. and at the theatre after 5 p.m.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-05 - 1924-11-05
Summary:

Mary Pickford in 'Mary Ain't Guilty,' showing today.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-05 - 1924-11-06
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15, Mary Pickford in 'Mary Ain't Guilty.' Also new round of 'Leather Pushers.' Booking at Moutrie's before 5 p.m. or at the theatre after 5 p.m. Book your seats early. Today and tomorrow only at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Ivan Mozukin and…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-07 - 1924-11-07
Summary:

Mary Pickford in 'Mary Ain't Guilty.' Also new round of 'Leather Pushers.' Today and tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. Today till Sunday at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Behind the Curtain' and Eddie Polo in 'Secret Four' (1st episodes). Usual prices.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-07
Summary:

Mary Pickford in 'Mary Ain't Guilty,' which is showing at the World Theatre, drew a big attendance during the last two days. It is a story of youth, love and mirth that sparkles with wit and humour. Tomorrow will be its final show.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-08 - 1924-11-08
Summary:

Today only, Mary Pickford in 'Mary Ain't Guilty,' and 'Leather Pushers' (round 24). Starting tomorrow, Constance Talmadge in 'The Lesson' and Hongkong Fire Brigade Drill.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-08 - 1924-11-08
Summary:

Last chance to see Mary Pickford in 'Mary Ain't Guilty.' Also new round of 'Leather Pushers.' Final show today. Today and tomorrow at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Behind the Curtain.' Also Eddie Polo in 'The Secret Four' (first episode) and the 'Hongkong…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-08 - 1924-11-08
Summary:

Mary Pickford in 'Mary Ain't Guilty.' Also new round of 'Leather Pushers.' Last show today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. Commencing tomorrow, Constance Talmadge in 'The Lesson.' China Sun's latest production, 'Hongkong Fire Brigade Annual Drill.' Booking…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-23 - 1924-12-23
Summary:

Motion picture triumphs have been reached by such magnificent productions as 'The Birth of a Nation,' 'Over the Hill,' 'Humoresque,' 'The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse.' A still greater motion picture accomplishment has now been achieved by Chester…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-09 - 1925-01-09
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'Merry-Go-Round' in 11 reels, starring Mary Philbin, Norman Kerry and a great cast. Starting Sunday 11th, Carmel Myers in 'The Love Pirate.' Coming, William Fox presents 'Over the Hill.' Watch for its opening date.…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-09 - 1925-01-09
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'Merry-Go-Round' in 11 reels, starring Mary Philbin, Norman Kerry and others. Starting Sunday, F. B. O. presents Carmel Myers in 'The Love Pirate.' Remember the date. Coming, William Fox presents 'Over the Hill.' Watch…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-12 - 1925-01-12
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Carmel Myers in 'The Love Pirate.' Special music. Usual prices. Starting Wednesday next, France Dhelia in 'Demi-Virgins.' Coming, William Fox presents 'Over the Hill.' Watch for its opening date. Today only at 2.30 and…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-14 - 1925-01-15
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Europe's most famous screen star, France Dhelia in 'The Demi-Virgins,' in 8 reels. Special music. Usual price. Coming, William Fox presents 'Over the Hill.' Today and tomorrow only at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., the best Chinese…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-14 - 1925-01-15
Summary:

Showing today at 5.15 and 9.15, France Dhelia in 'Demi-Virgins' in 8 reels, the love drama magnificent, based on the world-famous novel, by Gaston Roudes. Special music. Usual prices. Coming, William Fox presents 'Over the Hill.' Watch for its opening date. Picture included…