A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-12 - 1924-12-12
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15, Warner Bros. present 'The Gold Diggers,' nine reels of interesting scenes made with the assistance of the dean of drama, David Belasco, with Hope Hampton, Wyndham Standing, Louise Fazenda and a strong cast. Special music. Reasonable prices.…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-13 - 1924-12-13
Summary:

Last chance to see Warner Bros. by arrangement with David Belasco in 'The Gold Diggers' with Hope Hampton, Louise Fazenda, Wyndham Standing and a strong cast, a knock-out story of a group of showgirls based on the famous play by Avery Hopwood. Final show today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m.…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-15 - 1924-12-16
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Georges Carpentier in 'The Wonder Man' in 7 reels. Usual prices. Commencing Wednesday 17th, the biggest boxing show ever seen, Dempsey vs. Gibbons (15 rounds) and Firpo vs. Wills (12 rounds), nine reels of excitement. Today till Thursday…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-17 - 1924-12-19
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. only, the greatest boxing show, nine full reels of thrills, suspense and excitement unequalled in motion picture history. Firpo vs. Wills (12 rounds) and Dempsey vs. Gibbons (15 rounds). Prices $2.00, $1.00 and 60 cents. Soldiers, sailors and students…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-20 - 1924-12-20
Summary:

Last chance to see the biggest boxing show ever seen here, Firpo vs. Wills (12 rounds) and Dempsey vs. Gibbons (15 rounds), nine full reels of thrills, suspense and excitement unequalled in motion picture history. Final show today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. only. Commencing tomorrow at 6 and 9.15 p.m…

6
Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-22 - 1924-12-23
Summary:

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

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-24 - 1924-12-24
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., a photodramatic melody of the soul, 'The Lullaby' starring Jane Novak and a brilliant cast. An extraordinary feature with special music. No advance of price. Today and tomorrow at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Mr. Nobody' episode 4 in 4 parts…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-25 - 1924-12-25
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., a photodramatic melody of the soul, 'The Lullaby' starring Jane Novak and a great cast. An extraordinary feature with special music. No advance of price. Today only at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., a thrilling chapter play with Chinese titles, 'Mr…

9
Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-29 - 1924-12-29
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., a drama overwhelming in force, Jack Holt, Hedda Nova and Mickey Moore in 'The Mask,' seven reels of thrills, mystery and romance replete with surprises and thrills. Also 'The Portuguese Aviators' Flight to Macao,' great…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-30 - 1924-12-30
Summary:

Last chance to see Jack Holt and Hedda Nova in 'The Mask,' a most thrilling photoplay, seven reels of mystery, thrills and romance. Also 'The Portuguese Aviators' Flight to Macao.' Final show today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. Don't miss your last opportunity. Usual prices…

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

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'The Covered Wagon' presented by Jesse L. Lasky, a Paramount picture with Lois Wilson and J. Warren Kerrigan. Special music. Advanced prices. Today only at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., a marvellous chapter play with Chinese titles, 'Mr. Nobody…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-03 - 1925-01-03
Summary:

Last chance to see Jesse L. Lasky presents 'The Covered Wagon.' Final show today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. Don't miss it. Starting Sunday at 6 and 9.15 p.m., Nicolas Koline in his latest creation, 'The Parisian Rag-Picker.' Usual prices. Today at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., and…

13
Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-05 - 1925-01-05
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., the latest French super-production, 'The Parisian Rag-Picker,' featuring Nicolas Koline and Helene Darly in 7 reels. Usual prices. Today till Thursday at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Mr. Nobody' episodes 12 and 13.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-06 - 1925-01-06
Summary:

Today only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., the latest French super-production, 'The Parisian Rag-Picker,' featuring Nicolas Koline and Helene Darly in 7 reels. Usual prices. Starting tomorrow at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'Merry-Go-Round' in 11 reels. Book your seats early. Today till…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-07 - 1925-01-08
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'Merry-Go-Round' in 11 reels, 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, 'The Valiant Brothers' [sic] in 10 reels produced by Commercial…

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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: 1925-01-10 - 1925-01-10
Summary:

Last chance to see the greatest Jewel production, 'Merry-Go-Round' in 11 reels, featuring Mary Philbin, Norman Kerry and others. Final show today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. Starting tomorrow at 6 and 9.15 p.m., F. B. O. presents Carmel Myers in 'The Love Pirate.' Today till Sunday…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-13 - 1925-01-13
Summary:

Last chance to see Carmel Myers in 'The Love Pirate.' Final show today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. Special music. Usual prices. Starting tomorrow, France Dhelia in 'Demi-Virgins,' based on the world-famous novel by Gaston Roudes. Today till Thursday at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., the…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-17 - 1925-01-17
Summary:

Last chance to see France Dhelia in 'Demi-Virgins,' based on the world-famous novel by Gaston Roudes. Final show today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. Starting Sunday, a double feature programme, Conway Tearle in 'The Referee' and Eugene O'Brien in 'Chivalrous Charley' (…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-21 - 1925-01-22
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Lois Weber presents the biggest human heart story ever screened, 'The Blot.' Special music. Usual prices. Starting Sunday next, William Fox presents 'Over the Hill' in 11 reels. Watch for it. Today and tomorrow only at 2.30 and 7.15…