A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-01-28
Summary:

The Hughes Comedy Company presented 'Spedelbounder's Dream' at the Victoria Theatre last night. Mr. Bert Le Blane made a funny speech. Mr. Dave Nowlin made a hit with his song. Miss Gertrude St. Clair was good too. There'll be the chorus girls' contest tonight. One of…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-08-18 - 1916-08-18
Summary:

Tonight, a special item 'Black Box Mystery' [sic] in 15 episodes by E. P. Oppenheim, England's great mystery fiction writer, played by the British film favourite Henry Rawlinson and Anna Little.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-06-09 - 1917-06-12
Summary:

On June 9, showing 'The Bride of Mystery,' featuring Lucille Love and Hugo, complete in 3 parts; 'A Page in Life' [sic] in 2 parts, featuring Anna Little and Herbert Rawlinson of the 'Master Key'; also comedies.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-03-24 - 1919-03-26
Summary:

Tonight, 'On the Blink' featuring Charmine and great actress, Mlle Robinne. 'Bees in His Bonnet,' do not ask us to give you the plot of this Harold Lloyd Comedy. 'The White Scar,' a dramatic masterpiece featuring Jane Novak and Anna Lehr. Booking at Anderson's…

5
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-08-01 - 1921-08-03
Summary:

Edward Warren's [sic] Productions presents 'Thunder-Bolts of Fate' in 5 parts featuring House Peters and Anna Lehr. At 2.30 p.m. and 7.15 p.m., 'The Moon Riders,' 9th & 10th episodes. At 5.15 p.m., 'Woman and the Law' in 6 parts. Telephone No. 1337.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-09-24 - 1921-09-24
Summary:

Grand Concert by Anna El-Tour, Leo Podolski and Vera Mirova. $3, $2 and $1.

7
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-29 - 1921-12-29
Summary:

Universal-Jewel present Mlle. Anna Pavlowa [sic] in 'The Dumb Girl of Portici' in 8 reels at usual prices.

8
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-30 - 1921-12-31
Summary:

5.00 p.m. and 9.15 p.m., Universal-Jewel presents 'The Dumb Girl of Portici' featuring Anna Pavlowa [sic], in 8 reels at usual prices. Please note: owing to the length of this picture, our patrons are requested to be in their seats at stated time sharp. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., final epis.…

9
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-01-14
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is going to show a seven-part feature attraction 'The Luck of the Irish.' The film has a note of romance, humour and adventure. Anna Q. Nielson [sic] plays the leading role. The travel scenes included scenes from New York, Paris, Venice, and Cairo. The action of the…

10
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-02-23
Summary:

Anna May Wong has appeared in several movies in America. Her biggest role was in 'Bits of Life.' The news article contains a picture of Anna May Wong.

11
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-04-12 - 1922-04-12
Summary:

The Coronet: Anna Q. Nilson in 'What Women Will Do,' and 'The Visit To Hongkong of H. R. H. the Prince of Wales.' Kowloon Theatre: At 5.45 & 9.15, 'The Luck of the Irish,' in 7 parts and Topical Budget.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-04-13 - 1922-04-13
Summary:

The Coronet: Anna Q. Nilson in 'What Women Will Do,' and 'The Visit To Hongkong of H. R. H. the Prince of Wales.' Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9.15, 'The Deep Purple.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-06-28
Summary:

World Theatre is currently showing the five-part Fox film 'The Island of Desire,' featuring George Walsh and Anna Luther. Film synopsis included.

14
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-07-22
Summary:

A successful repertory week will be concluded at the Coronet Theatre tomorrow with a further screening, by special request, of 'Black Beauty.' The film is based on Anna Sewell's autobiography of a horse.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-10-20
Summary:

This evening, Star Theatre is going to screen 'A Very Good Young Man,' Bryant Washburn's new Paramount picture. With Helene Chadwick playing the leading role, Helen Jerome Eddy and Anna Q. Nilsson have equally important parts. The cast also includes Wade Boteler, Sylvia Ashton,…

16
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-02-05 - 1923-02-06
Summary:

Mon. and Tue. 5th and 6th Feb. at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Anna Case in 'The Hidden Truth.' Prices of Admission: Matinee: 60 & 40 cents; Night show: $1 & 60 cents. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-06-02 - 1923-06-02
Summary:

Viola Dana in 'Puppets of Fate.' Tomorrow at 9.15, Adele Blood in 'Anna Christie' (by special request). $3, $2 & $1, booking at Moutrie's.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-06-02
Summary:

Daniel Frawley Company has decided to give two performances at the Star Theatre. One starring Anna Christie and the other one starring Miss Adele Blood in the play named 'Kempy.' The quiet and cool environment of the Star Theatre makes the presentation of acts possible. Price range…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-06-04 - 1923-06-04
Summary:

The Coronet: At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Mildred Harris in 'Old Dad,' Shanghai Races May 1923 (By courtesy of B. A. T.) and Screen Magazine. The Star: Tonight at 9.15, Adele Blood in 'Anna Christie.' Booking at Moutrie's. At 5.30 matinee, Mary Pickford in '…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-06-05
Summary:

Star Theatre hosted a drama by Frawley Company. The drama featured Anna Christie. The cast also included Mr. Frawley, Miss Adele Blood, and Mr. Bernard Nedell.