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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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-30 - 1924-01-31
Summary:

Now till Saturday, May McAvoy in 'Morals,' a great throbbing story produced from W. J. Locke's novel. Also British Gazette, latest news from Great Britain, and Out of the Inkwell cartoon comedy, 'Mechanical Doll.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-30 - 1924-01-30
Summary:

Tuesday and Wednesday only, May McAvoy in 'Morals.' Also British Gazette, showing the latest news of Great Britain.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-02-25 - 1924-02-26
Summary:

Monday and Tuesday 25th and 26th February, Dorothy Revier in 'The Broadway Madonna' in 6 parts. Also, British Gazette showing latest news of Great Britain and 'Felix on the Trail.' Booking at the theatre.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-02-25 - 1924-02-25
Summary:

The Broadway Madonna.' There is also a British Gazette, showing the great cities and latest news of Great Britain.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-12 - 1924-03-15
Summary:

12th Wednesday to 15th Saturday at 5.15 p.m. and 9.15 p.m., British Gazette, Mr. Ramsay MacDonald--England's first socialist premier, Great British railway strike, etc. Also Ethel Clayton in 'Can a Woman Love Twice?' Admission: 9.15 p.m., $1.50 and $1.00; 5.15 p.m., $1.00 and 70…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-12 - 1924-03-12
Summary:

Ethel Clayton in 'Can a Woman Love Twice?' Also British Gazette: Mr. MacDonald England's first socialist premier at Buckingham Palace; Great British railway strike; England's great victory in rugby international with wales at Swansea.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-26 - 1924-03-29
Summary:

Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday 26th, 27th, 28th and 29th March, 'Lights Out' with an all-star cast. Also British Gazette. Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-04-16 - 1924-04-18
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Monte Blue and Mary Alden in 'The Tents of Allah.' Also British Gazette: London Dock Strike, Prince of Wales (opens school of science), and more pictures from the Radiant Riviera. Booking at the theatre.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-08-27 - 1924-08-29
Summary:

Wednesday 27th to Saturday 30th August at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'Itching Palms,' story by Roy Briant with an all-star cast. Also British Gazette No. 1101/02, 'Bubbles' (Inkwell Cartoon), 'Between Showers' (Cameo Comedy). Usual prices.

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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' (…