A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Empire Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-09-06 - 1918-09-06
Summary:

September 6th, 7th and 8th, 7.15 p.m. and 9.15 p.m. performance, the Universal presents Ben Wilson with Neva Gerber in 'The Mystery Ship,' the serial stupendous in 18 episodes, 36 parts. Never shown before in Hongkong. Full orchestra in attendance. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-09-06
Summary:

The Empire Theatre has been reopened under new management and the premises have been renovated to assure the comfort of patrons. It is announced that commencing from tonight the Universal serial film 'The Mystery Ship' featuring Ben Wilson and Neva Gerber will be screened.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-25 - 1919-06-25
Summary:

It is an adaptation on the screen of 'The Lyons Mail,' one of the dramas which firmly established and built the reputation of that fine actor, Sir Henry Irving. Booking at Anderson's.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-25
Summary:

The Midnight Stage' will be shown at the Victoria. It is a five reel Frank Keenan photoplay, the successful star in 'The Bells,' adapted and modernized for the screen from Sir Henry Irving's 'The Lyons Mail.' Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-25 - 1919-06-27
Summary:

It is an adaption on the screen of 'The Lyons Mails,' one of the dramas which firmly established and built the reputation of that English actor, Sir Henry Irving. Booking at Anderson's. Film review included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-06-26 - 1919-06-28
Summary:

The Midnight Stage.' It is a capital picture. June 26 remarks: Charlie Chaplin in 'The New Janitor.' June 28 remarks: 'The Midnight Stage' is a powerful drama adapted from 'The Lyon's Mail' of which Sir Henry Irving built his reputation. 'Hands Up…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-26 - 1919-06-26
Summary:

Thursday to Sunday, 'The Midnight Stage,' adapted from Sir Henry Irving's historic success, 'The Lyons Mail.' Today's matinee, 'Pearl White as a Detective'; 'A Vow,' an Italian production in 4 parts; Charlie Chaplin in 'The New Janitor.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-26 - 1919-06-30
Summary:

Thursday to Sunday, 'The Midnight Stage.' We are showing a fine film entitled 'The Midnight Stage' adapted from Sir Henry Irving's historic success, 'The Lyons Mail.' Today matinee, 'Pearl White as a Detective,' 'A Vow,' an Italian…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-27 - 1919-06-28
Summary:

Thursday to Sunday, 'The Midnight Stage,' adapted from Sir Henry Irving's historic success, 'The Lyons Mail.' Saturday's matinee (2.15 and 5 p.m.), 'Hands Up' (episodes 13 and 14). Booking at Anderson's.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-27 - 1919-06-27
Summary:

Which is a powerful drama adapted from 'The Lyon's Mail' in which Sir Henry Irving built his reputation. We will look out for you tonight. An excellent treat awaits you.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-02-21 - 1920-02-24
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Dorathea [sic] Farley in 'Are Passions Inherited?' in 7 reels. At 7.15 p.m., Ben Wilson in 'The Mystery Ship' 1st, 2nd and 3rd episodes.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-25 - 1920-02-27
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Miss Jackie Saunders in 'Betty Be Good,' an interesting drama in five parts. At 7.15 p.m., Ben Wilson in 'The Mystery Ship' 4th, 5th and 6th episodes. Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-02-25 - 1920-02-27
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Miss Jackie Saunders in 'Betty Be Good,' in 5 parts. At 7.15 p.m., Ben Wilson in 'The Mystery Ship' 4th, 5th and 6th episodes.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-28 - 1920-03-02
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., George Larkin, the popular athletic star, in 'Zongar,' the daredevil of romance. At 7.15 p.m., Ben Wilson in 'The Mystery Ship' 7th, 8th and 9th episodes. Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-02-28 - 1920-03-02
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., George Larkin in 'Zongar.' At 7.15 p.m., Ben Wilson in 'The Mystery Ship' 7th, 8th and 9th episodes. March 1 Remarks: On page 5, another ad. on 'Zongar' only. Plot and illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-09-19
Summary:

Harold Lloyd's comedy 'A Sailor Made Man' is still an attraction at the Coronet Theatre. However, it will have to give place to 'The Girl in the Taxi' tomorrow. Besides, at the Star Theatre, Charles Ray's 'Greased Lightning' will be shown from tonight till…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-09-19
Summary:

Kowloon Theatre is offering a special attraction today, and for one day only. It is a film entitled 'The Midnight Stage,' which is actually an Americanised version of 'The Lyons Mail,' the play which made Sir Henry Irving famous. The film is starred by Frank Keenan.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-09-19
Summary:

Kowloon Theatre will be screening 'The Midnight Stage' for one day only. Featuring Mr. Frank Keenan, the film is an Americanised version of 'The Lyons Mail,' the play which made Sir Henry Irving famous. The film promises the same level of craftsmanship as its prototype.