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: 1919-09-27
Summary:

The Peace Celebration Committee which promised an entertainment to the school children in the Colony, kept its word yesterday by providing the pupils of the Belilios Girls' School entertainment in Victoria Theatre from 1 to 4 p.m. 'Voice of Destiny' with Baby Osborne and war…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-15
Summary:

It is reported that the senior classes of the Belilios Public School went to a matinee of 'The Tempest,' and saw the film 'The Three Musketeers' at the Coronet Theatre. It is believed that these visions of bygone ages should be very helpful in increasing historical knowledge…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-09-30
Summary:

Peace celebrations were held by Belilios Public School on September 26. By the generosity of the proprietor of the Victoria Theatre a matinee was given on Friday afternoon. The films shown included 'The Voice of Destiny' and topical news.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-05-12
Summary:

The World Theatre is showing a picture 'Rich Girl, Poor Girl,' in which the famous star Gladys Walton takes the leading role. In addition, J. G. Hawks has fashioned his tale after the manner of Mark Twain's 'Prince and the Pauper.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-03-20
Summary:

World Theatre is screening the Universal City production 'The Gaiety Girl' featuring Mary Philbin. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-09-15 - 1922-09-18
Summary:

Teaser ads for the film 'The Girl in the Taxi.' Illustration included. Remarks: The ads didn't mention the theatre's name, surmised from other ads.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-09-21
Summary:

After the typhoon weather last night, the Coronet continues to provide the screening of 'The Girl in the Taxi,' which provide another watching opportunities for audiences.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-08-20
Summary:

World Theatre is screening 'The Studio Girl' featuring Constance Talmadge. This picture was directed by Charles Giblyn from Paul West's adaptation of 'La Gemine' by Pierre Veber and Henri de Grosse. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-12-18
Summary:

For the past twelve months the scholars of the Diocesan Girls School have been engaged one hour per week in making useful articles of wear for sale in aid of the School Funds. His Lordship the Bishop of Victoria and other members of the School Management Committee were present in the event. It…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-09-22
Summary:

The Girl in the Taxi,' in which Mr. and Mrs. Carter de Haven take the main roles, is at present getting at the Coronet Theatre. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-05-07 - 1921-05-07
Summary:

What would you do, if you loved a girl and your mother disliked her? See the film.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-02-18
Summary:

Charles Ray, in 'The Girl I Loved,' breaks somewhat from his usual style, and ventures upon some genuinely 'straight' acting. Film plot included. Greatly daring, the producers have given the film an ending completely at variance with film tradition; but it must be said that…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-12-30
Summary:

The Universal Film Corporation's big special 'Jewel' production, 'The Dumb Girl of Portici,' a Colossal Feature in eight parts, starring the famous Russian dancer, Mlle. Pavlova, will be shown at the World Theatre. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-02-27
Summary:

The Follies Girl,' starring Olive Thomas, is to be screened at the World Theatre tomorrow. The picture is produced by the Triangle production. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-09-20
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is going to screen the comedy success 'The Girl in the Taxi' featuring Mr. and Mrs. Carter de Haven. Film synopsis included.

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Headline: Queen's
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-08-24 - 1925-08-24
Summary:

Today only at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Lila Lee in a startling drama of night life in New York, 'The Midnight Girl.' Also, Christie Comedy and Topical Film. Tomorrow, 'The Unknown Purple.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-02-18
Summary:

The Girl I Loved,' starring Charles Ray is showing at the Coronet. More welcome news is of the return of Doug Fairbanks in 'The Mark of Zorro.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-19
Summary:

The Studio Girl,' was directed by Charles Giblyn from Paul West's adaptation of 'La Gamine' by Pierre Veder and Henri de Grosse. Constance Talmadge is the main cast. This picture is the attraction of the World Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-02-16
Summary:

Thundering Dawn' is on its last day's run at the Coronet and will be followed by Charles Ray in 'The Girl I Loved,' based upon the famous poem by James Whitcomb Riley.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-09-20
Summary:

An opportunity is presented at the Coronet today of seeing a capital screen version of the famous musical comedy success 'The Girl in the Taxi.' Mr. and Mrs. Carter de Haven take the principal parts and the abundant humour of the piece is handled by them. Film plot included.