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: 1921-10-24
Summary:

A meeting of the Licensing Board will be held on Friday. There are applications for renewals of licenses, and a new application is that of Mr. J. J. Blake for a Theatre Licence for the World Cinema.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-10-25
Summary:

With reference to the Magistracy, a meeting of the Licensing Board will be held in the Council Chamber on Friday. John Johnson Blake applied the theatre License for the World Theatre.

103
Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-10-27
Summary:

Hugh E. Dierker's 'When Dawn Came' will be screened in the World Theatre on Friday. Film synopsis included.

104
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-02
Summary:

The screen version of 'La La Lucille,' starring Eddie Lyons and Lee Moran, was shown at the World Theatre last night. It is an adaption of Fred Jackson's recent New York stage success. The stars are supported mainly by Anne Cornwall, Gladys Walton and Dorothy [sic] Wolbert. Film…

105
Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-04
Summary:

When Bearcat Went Dry' will be the attraction at the World Theatre tonight and for four nights. It is a picturization of Charles Neville Buck's novel. Film synopsis included.

106
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-08
Summary:

The Frohman Amusement Co., of which William L. Sherrill is the alpha and omega, has constructed a moving picture property in 'Once to Every Man,' a feature in which J. Sherrill co-stars with Mabel Withee. Miss Withee has been concerned in Al Jolson's Winter Garden productions.

107
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-11
Summary:

The Foolish Virgin' is the Selznick picture featuring Clara Kimball Young. Meanwhile, Albert Capellani has adapted and produced this story by Thomas Dixon. In addition, Clara Kimball Young is supported by Conway Tearle, Paul Capellani, William Welch [sic], Edward Elkas, and Catherine…

108
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-16
Summary:

William Fox's newest R. A. Walsh's photoplay, 'Betrayed,' was shown yesterday at the World Theatre. Miriam Cooper, well-known for her work in 'Honor System,' 'The Silent Lie,' and 'The Woman and The Law,' continues her entrancing acting in the…

109
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-18
Summary:

The recent William Fox picture, 'The Heart of a Lion' is taken from Ralph Connor's novel, 'The Doctor.' In the picture, William Farnum is the principal role, and William is supported by Mary Martin and William Courtleigh. The picture is available from today at the World…

110
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-25
Summary:

Taken from H. V. Esmond's stage play, scenario by Adrian Gil-Spear, directed by Emile Chautard and the leading character acted by Elsie Ferguson, the comedy drama 'Under the Greenwood Tree' is to appear at the World Theatre tonight. Film synopsis included.

111
Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-01
Summary:

Seeds of Vengeance' will be presented at the World Theatre. The picture is an adaption of a story by Margaret Prescott Montague, and the cast is headed by Bernard Durning.

112
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-02
Summary:

Seeds of Vengeance' will be screened at the World Theatre for four days. In the film, Bernard Durning plays the role of David Cree. Film synopsis included.

113
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-06
Summary:

Alma Where Do You Live' is presented at the World Theatre on Tuesday. The film version stars, Ruth McTammany portray the role of Alma, originally made famous by Kitty Gordon and George Larkin. The charm of the stage play has been retained in the Monopol Pictures Co. production. Film…

114
Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-09
Summary:

Olive Thomas, star of 'Love's Prisoner' will be the heroine of an original and fascinating detective story at the World Theatre today, with William V. Mong and Joe King as her principal supporters. Film synopsis included.

115
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-13
Summary:

A thrilling story of struggle and hardship was told by Capt. E. R. G. R. Evans, to a crowded audience at the World Theatre last night when he lectured on that memorable and gallant last Antarctic expedition of Capt. R. F. Scott, under whom he served as second in command. The lecture was…

116
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-13
Summary:

The age-old conflict between love and duty is given a new turn in Jacques Jaccard's newest story and called 'Under Northern Lights.' And the most important figure is a corporal of the Royal North West Mounted Police. 'Under Northern Lights' is announced for tonight at…

117
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-23
Summary:

Samuelson Film Manufacturing Company's 'My Lady's Dress,' featuring Gladys Cooper and Malcolm Cherry, is going to be shown at the World Theatre. The plot is written by Edward Knoblock. Film synopsis included.

118
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-28
Summary:

The City of Purple Dreams' was shown at the World Theatre yesterday. The picture is based on a novel written by Edwin Baird, and was produced by Colin Campbell. Meanwhile, Thomas Santschi takes the leading role, together with Bessie Eyton and Fritzi Brunette. Film synopsis included.

119
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-30
Summary:

The Universal Film Corporation's production 'The Dumb Girl of Portici,' starring Mlle. Pavlowa [sic], is going to be shown at the World Theatre. Film synopsis included.

120
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-01-04
Summary:

Luring Lips,' a Universal photodrama, is now playing at the World Theatre. The theme was written by John A. Moroso. Later, it was purchased by Universal as a starring vehicle for Edith Roberts and adapted to the screen by George Hively. The film was produced under the direction of King…