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: 1923-06-29
Summary:

One of the most picturesque chapters of American frontier history is revived on the screen in Marshall Neilan's picture version of Randall Parrish's stirring story, 'Bob Hampton of Placer,' which comes to the Coronet Theatre tomorrow. The cast includes James Kirkwood, Wesley…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-06-29 - 1923-06-29
Summary:

Wesley Barry was great in 'Go and Get It' and in 'Dirty.' He surpasses himself in 'Bob Hampton of Placer.' Plot and signature of H. W. Ray included.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-06-30 - 1923-06-30
Summary:

Wesley Barry in 'Bob Hampton of Placer,' tonight. Remarks: On page 7, another ad. from H. W. Ray comment on the film.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-06-30 - 1923-06-30
Summary:

Wesley Barry in 'Bob Hampton of Placer.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-06-30 - 1923-06-30
Summary:

Marshall Neilan presents Randall Parrish's 'Bob Hampton of Placer,' scenario by Marion Fairfax, a First National attraction. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-06-30
Summary:

Judging by the advance reports in 'Bob Hampton of Placer,' Mr. Ray has secured a film for the Coronet well above the standard of most productions which the industry turns out. Marshall Neilan has been responsible for a number of fine films such as 'Go and Get It.' The title…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-06-30
Summary:

Next week Coronet Theatre is going to screen 'Bob Hampton of Placer.' The management has given an invitation to Hongkong Boy Scouts to attend the performance on Tuesday and the Scouts will be present in uniform.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-07-02 - 1923-07-04
Summary:

Tonight and tomorrow, Marshall Neilan's 'Bob Hampton of Placer,' with James Kirkwood, Marjory [sic] Daw and Wesley Barry. July 3-4 Remarks: At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-07-02 - 1923-07-02
Summary:

Bob Hampton of Placer,' the name means nothing to you if you have not read the book, but you may be sure that Marshall Neilan would not have produced it if it had not been a great story. The stars are James Kirkwood, Marjory Daw and Wesley Barry.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-07-02
Summary:

Bob Hampton of Placer' is now showing at the Coronet. It is produced by Marshall Neilan, starred by Wesley 'Freckles' Barry, James Kirkwood, Noah Beery and Marjorie Daw.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-07-02
Summary:

Those who saw the screening of the wonderful Marshall Neilan production, 'Bob Hampton of Placer,' at the Coronet over the weekend, speak loudly in its praise. Film plot included. James Kirkwood, in the title role, is pictured in a way that few heroes are presented in fiction. Wesley…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-07-02
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is currently screening 'Bob Hampton of Placer.' The film is produced by Marshall Neilan and is getting widespread appreciation from the audience. The film is gaining popularity for its spectacular scenes, top-notch performance by James Kirkwood, Noah Beery and Marjorie…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-07-02 - 1923-07-04
Summary:

Tonight and tomorrow, 'Bob Hampton of Placer,' the name means nothing to you if you have not read the book, but you may be sure that Marshall Neilan would not have produced it if it had not been a great story. The stars are James Kirkwood, Marjory [sic] Daw and Wesley Barry.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-07-03 - 1923-07-04
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Marshall Neilan presents James Kirkwood, Marjorie Daw and Wesley Barry in 'Bob Hampton of Placer.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-07-04
Summary:

Tonight is the last chance residents will have of witnessing the filming of Marshall Neilan's masterpieces, 'Bob Hampton of Placer,' which has been delighting Coronet audiences during the past few days. This story of life on the American frontier in 1876, with Custer's last…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-07-04
Summary:

Tonight, Coronet Theatre is going to screen 'Bob Hampton of Placer' starring Wesley Barry. The film is produced by Marshall Neilan and is one of the most appealing dramas seen in the colony for quite a long time.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-08-09 - 1923-08-10
Summary:

Tonight & tomorrow, Wesley Barry in 'Bob Hampton of Placer.'

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-08-09 - 1923-08-10
Summary:

Tonight and tomorrow at 5.30 and 9.15, Wesley Barry in 'Bob Hampton of Placer.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-08-09
Summary:

The Star is showing 'Bob Hampton of Placer' today. The title role is taken by James Kirkwood, and another favourite in the picture is Wesley 'Freckles' Barry.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-08-09
Summary:

Commencing today, Star Theatre is screening 'Bob Hampton of Placer' featuring James Kirkwood and Wesley 'Freckles' Barry. The picture portrays the American frontier life in the old days. General Custer's famous stand against the Indians is one of the most spectacular…