A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-10-13
Summary:

The Scarlett Pimpernel,' a William Fox picture, will be shown at the World Theatre on Friday. The film starring Winifred Kingston.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-15
Summary:

A crowded house at the World Theatre greeted 'The Scarlet Pimpernel' last night when it was shown for the first time. Dustin Farnum takes the main role and supported by Winifred Kingston. Film synopsis included. Pathe's News is shown as usual and there are comedies and other films…

83
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-10-17
Summary:

Scarlet Pimpernel,' from Baroness Orczy's novel, was shown on the screen at the World Theatre. Dustin Farnum and Winifred Kingston take the main roles in the film. Film synopsis included. Pathe News and two good comedies are also in the programme.

84
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-22
Summary:

The star film at the World Theatre this weekend is a five-part picture entitled 'When a Woman Strikes.' It is a tale of the wild West with a cast including Ben Wilson, Neva Gerber, Rosemary Theby, Murdock MacQuarrie and other film favourite. Film synopsis included. There is the usual…

85
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.

86
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.

87
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-26
Summary:

The World Theatre's star film 'The Source' is an interesting picture with a plot staged in a lumber camp. Film synopsis included. Other films shown are the Gaumont Graphic and a very funny comedy. At 5.15, the star film is 'Melting Millions,' and first three episodes of…

88
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.

89
Headline: When Dawn Came'
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-28
Summary:

Hugh E. Dierker's great production, 'When Dawn Came,' which will be shown at the World Theatre commencing tonight shows you how to get acquainted with yourself. Film synopsis included.

90
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-10-28
Summary:

When Dawn Came,' a photodramatic masterpiece produced and supervised by Hugh E. Dierker, will be shown at the World Theatre. Plot and production details included.

91
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-29
Summary:

The attraction at the World Theatre this weekend is a seven-reel adaptation of Hugh E. Dierker's famous book. 'When Dawn Came' is a splendid picture, with superb acting and charming scenery. It contains a strong religious element, and Roman Catholics in particular should not fail…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-10-29
Summary:

World Theatre provided screening of 'When Dawn Came' last night. Film plot included.

93
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-11-02
Summary:

La La Lucille,' the star film now showing at the World Theatre, is one long laugh from start to finish. With such names as Eddie Lyons and Lee Moran in the cast, the acting is bound to be good. Film synopsis included. The programme also includes some minor films, with the usual Pathe's…

94
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…

95
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-11-04
Summary:

The management of the World Theatre announces that beginning tonight, they will present the latest big super-feature 'When Bearcat Went Dry.' This is the picturization of the much read and talked about novel of Charles Neville Buck.

96
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.

97
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-11-04
Summary:

When Bearcat Went Dry' comes to World Theatre today. Film plot included.

98
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-11-04
Summary:

Local kinema concerns seeking theatre liquor licences for their premises need expect little sympathy from the Licensing Board was clear from the proceedings of the annual session this afternoon when an application by Mr. John Johnson Blake in respect of the World Theatre was refused. Court…

99
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.

100
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-11-09
Summary:

The Frohman Amusement Co. of which William L. Sherrill is the alpha and omega, has constructed a fine piece of moving picture property in 'Once to Every Man,' a feature in which J. Sherrill co-starred with Mabel [sic] Withee. Film synopsis included.