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: 1923-06-26
Summary:

Twin Beds,' the film version of the farce comedy stage success of the same name, commenced at the Coronet yesterday. Mr. and Mrs. Carter de Haven, who are sponsoring as well as starring in the production, have produced a truly refreshing comedy. Those who missed witnessing the screening of…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-12 - 1923-11-28
Summary:

It has been built like a precise machine, and no pain, trouble, or time have been spared to present you a perfect machine working with mathematical regularity and projecting a clear and sharp picture for the enjoyment of yourself and your family. Pathe-Baby, films will not burn, on sale at A.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-19 - 1924-01-25
Summary:

Fully equipped $60.00, films $1.50 each. Pathe-Baby for the visual education of your children and their entertainment. On sale: A. Tack's, Hongkong Hotel Electric Department, Sincere's and Leading Dealers. Pathe-Orient, 12, Queen's Road, Central, distributors for South China, will…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-31 - 1924-01-31
Summary:

Pathe-Baby projects a clear picture over 3' wide on its brilliant silver screen. Absolutely dangerless. Easy to operate. Trouble-proof. Amusing and instructive. Price of complete outfit $60.00 to $70.00. Works on any current non-inflammable films $1.50 per reel. Pathe-Orient, 12, Queen…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-02-05 - 1924-02-05
Summary:

In the privacy of your own family circle, Pathe-Baby will entertain or instruct as you will. There are not many other ways of spending a cosy evening. Pathe-Baby complete $60.00. Films $1.50 each. Pathe-Orient, 12, Queen's Road, Central, Hongkong, distributor of South China.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-02-12 - 1924-02-12
Summary:

Non-inflammable films $1.50 each. Price of complete outfit $60.00 to $70.00. Pathe-Orient, 12, Queen's Road, Central, Hongkong, distributor of South China.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-03
Summary:

Miss Mura Shipoff and her brother Koka Shipoff will make their final appearance and the excellent movie play 'The Conquering Power' will be screened for the last time at Star Theatre. The movie was made by the same producer as the one who made the famous 'Four Horsemen of the…

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Headline: Milestones'
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-06-10 - 1924-06-14
Summary:

June 10 Remarks: Teaser ads for the film 'Milestone.' The ads didn't mention the theatre's name, surmised from other ads. June 10 Remarks: Another ad. on page 5, the film is produced by Samuelson Film Co. with the famous British stars, Campbell Gullan, Owen Nares, Winfred […

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-06-10 - 1924-06-10
Summary:

A super British picture of the year, 'Milestones,' produced by Samuelson Film Co., with the famous British stars, Campbell Gullan, Owen Nares, Winifred Delevanti, Hubert Harben, Isobel Elsom, Ernest Graham, Minna Grey, Mary Lincoln and Esme Hubbard.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-06-10 - 1924-06-14
Summary:

A superb British picture of the year, 'Milestones' produced by Samuelson Film Co. with the famous British stars, Campbell Gullan, Owen Nares, Winifred Delevanti, Hubert Harben, Isobel Elson [sic], Ernest Graham, Minna Grey, Mary Lincoln and Esme Hubbard.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-06-11 - 1924-06-11
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'Milestones,' a superb British picture produced by Samuelson Film Co., adapted from the play by Arnold Bennett and Edward Knoblock, produced by Frank Vernon, under direction of Messrs. Vedrenne and Eadie at the Royalty Theatre, London.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-06-11
Summary:

The play 'Milestones' by Arnold Bennett and Edward Knoblock, was first produced by Frank Vernon under the direction of Messrs Vedremie and Eadie at the Royal Theatre, London, March 5, 1912. The present screen version is offered masterly by Samuelson Film Manufacturing Co. Ltd (an all…

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Headline: Pathe-Baby
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-06-18 - 1924-06-19
Summary:

Above the danger line. Pathe-Baby for the visual education of your children and their entertainment. Fully equipped $60.00; films $1.50 each. On sale: A. Tack, Des Voeux Road, Central; Sincere Co., Des Voeux Road, Central. Pathe-Orient, 12, Queen's Road, Central, Hongkong, distributors for…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-06-28
Summary:

Saturday is always a special occasion for cinema-goers and it is fitting therefore that today the Coronet Theatre should be showing a special feature attraction. This is 'The Conquering Power,' the film version of Balzac's novel, 'Eugenie Grandet.' Made by the producer…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-06-30 - 1924-06-30
Summary:

$1.50 per reel. Ask for a complete list. Pathe-Orient, 12, Queen's Road, Central, Hongkong, distributors for South China.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-08-21
Summary:

For one night only, Star Theatre will be screening the British film 'Milestones,' based on the play of the same name by Arnold Bennett and Edward Knoblock. 'Milestones' was first produced by Frank Vernon under the direction of Messrs. Vedrenne and Eadie at the Royal Theatre,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-08-21
Summary:

Showing for one night only at the Star Theatre this evening, by special request, is the British film 'Milestones,' based on the play of the same name by Arnold Bennett and Edward Knoblock. 'Milestones' was first produced by Frank Vernon under the director Messrs. Vedrenne and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-05
Summary:

There is always curiosity to know what a new picture is like and with a producer like Rex Ingram, the curiosity is heightened. 'Trifling Women' which is to be screened at the Coronet today for the first time, is by the man who made 'The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse' and…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-02-09 - 1925-02-12
Summary:

Alice Terry in Turn to the Right by Rex Ingram, the producer of 'The Four Horsemen' [sic]. Also, Manila Vaudeville Co. February 12 remarks: Tomorrow, George Walch [sic] in 'Serenade,' a First National attraction. Miss Tamara Baraonelli performs.

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-02-09 - 1925-02-11
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Alice Terry in 'Turn to the Right,' by Rex Ingram, the producer of 'The Four Horsemen' [sic]. Also at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Manila Vaudeville Co. Illustration included.