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: 1921-08-23 - 1921-08-25
Summary:

Tuesday, 23rd to Thursday, 25th August, at 9.15 p.m., Charles Ray in 'The Hired Man,' a Paramount star attraction in 5 acts. Also Paramount screen magazine and Mack Sennett comedies. Matinees at 5.15 p.m., Tuesday and Wednesday (23rd and 24th), 'Eyes of Youth.' Thursday, 25th…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-23
Summary:

The management of the World Theatre introduced two special Matinees every Tuesday and Thursday for children.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-23
Summary:

Dempsey-Carpentier film has been obtained by the World Theatre, which has secured the sole rights for exhibiting it in South China. The management has secured an additional machine.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-25 - 1921-08-26
Summary:

Watch the opening day, Pathe exclusive picture, Jack Dempsey vs. Georges Carpentier, extraordinary fight picture. See how they fought. Admission: dress circle, $2.00, first-class, $1.50, second class, $1.00. Booking at Messrs Mehta and Co., Hongkong Hotel Buildings. August 25 Remarks:…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-25
Summary:

To the Editor S. C. M. Post – The admission charge to the World Theatre for the Dempsey-Carpentier fight, is not just a 'slight increase.' The usual admission fee is $1.00, but the price of admission for the event is $2.00.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-26 - 1921-08-29
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., friendly rivals, 'Dempsey vs. Carpentier' in 5 parts. Also Max Linder as a 'Duellist.' Prices; $2.00, $1.50 and $1.00. Booking at Messrs Mehta and Co., Hongkong Hotel Buildings, next to Thos. Cook's.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-30 - 1921-09-01
Summary:

Tuesday, 30th August to Thursday, 1st September, 9.15 p.m., final shows of the world's champion fight, 'Dempsey vs. Carpentier.' Prices: $1.50, $1.00 and 60 cents. Matinees at 5.15 p.m., Tuesday and Wednesday, 'Dempsey vs. Carpentier' fight; Thursday, 'Vanishing…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-02 - 1921-09-03
Summary:

Friday, 2nd to Monday, 5th September at 9.15 p.m., Zane Grey's most powerful picture, 'Desert Gold' in 7 parts, starring E. K. Lincoln. Matinee programmes: Friday, 2nd and Saturday, 3rd, at 5.15 p.m., 'Dempsey vs. Carpentier' and 'Woman and the Law'; Friday,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-02
Summary:

Desert Gold,' Benjamin B. Hampton and Eltinge F. Warner's picture of the widely-read Zane Grey's novel, which distributed by W. W. Hodkinson through Pathe Exchange Inc. comes to the World Theatre. The main cast included Eileen Percy and E. K. Lincoln. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-03
Summary:

The photoplay entitled 'The Symbol of Sacrifice' is a remarkable 8 reel portrayal of the Zulu War in South Africa and was produced at a cost over $250,000 by the African Film Productions Ltd. of Johannesburg, South Africa and was screening at the Palladium Theatre. Film synopsis…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-05 - 1921-09-05
Summary:

Friday, 2nd to Monday, 5th September at 9.15 p.m., Zane Grey's most powerful picture, 'Desert Gold' in 7 parts, starring E. K. Lincoln. Today's matinee at 5.15 p.m., Eddie Polo in 'Vanishing Dagger' 5th and 6th episodes; 7.15 p.m., 'Vanishing Trails' 6th…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-06 - 1921-09-08
Summary:

Tuesday, 6th to Thursday, 8th September at 9.15 p.m., Triangle Film Corp. presents Margaret [sic] Blanche in 'A Place in the Sun.' Also Pathe's News and Comedies. Matinee programmes: Tuesday and Wednesday, 'Desert Gold'; Thursday at 5.15 p.m., 'Vanishing Trails…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-07 - 1921-09-09
Summary:

A grand benefit concert will be given at the World Theatre on Friday, September 9th at 9.15 p.m., in aid of the widow of the late dance corp. way, 2nd wilts. Regt. Prices: $2, $1 and 60 cents.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-09 - 1921-09-09
Summary:

Saturday, 10th to Monday, 12th September at 9.15 p.m., Augustus Thomas' famous American success, 'As a Man Thinks' starring Leah Baird. Matinee programmes: Friday, 9th and Sunday, 11th at 5.15 p.m., 'A Place in the Sun'; Saturday 10th at 5.15 p.m., 'To Honor and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-09
Summary:

As a Man Thinks,' featuring Leah Baird, will be shown at the World Theatre. It is the first of a series of pictures adapted from the successful stage play of Augustus Thomas. Henry Clive portrays the role of husband, while Mlle. Elaine Amazar acts as the artist's model. Others in the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-10 - 1921-09-12
Summary:

Saturday, 10th to Monday, 12th September at 9.15 p.m., Augustus Thomas' famous American success, 'As a Man Thinks' starring Leah Baird. Matinee programmes: Friday, 9th and Sunday, 11th at 5.15 p.m., 'A Place in the Sun'; Saturday 10th at 5.15 p.m., 'To Honor and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-12 - 1921-09-13
Summary:

Commencing Tuesday, 13th for 3 nights, grand attractive vaudeville programme at the World Theatre, the Gibson Family Entertainers and Trixie, the Venus of vaudeville. Picture included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-12
Summary:

A vaudeville programme, featuring the Gibson family entertainers, will be seen at the World Theatre. They will stage their own original oceanic absurdity 'Fun On A Battleship.' Among the leading artists in the cast are Trixie, the Venus of vaudeville, Gapsona and Doreen, the comic duo…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-13 - 1921-09-15
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., a grand attractive programme: Mitchell Lewis and Florence Turner in 'Fool's Gold,' a big 6-reel super-production with strong supporting cast. Also the Gibson Family entertainers, a first-class combination, featuring their own original oceanic absurdity…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-14 - 1921-09-14
Summary:

Wednesday and Thursday, Gibson and Doreen. The fun, comedy and humour displayed by these artists keep everybody amused and happy. Picture included.