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: 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: 1922-09-23 - 1922-09-23
Summary:

Everybody turn up tomorrow at the Coronet and see Ben Turpin, supported by a million actors in Mack Sennett's uproarious comedy, 'Married Life.' Ordinary prices.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-09-23
Summary:

Married Life,' a production under the Mack Sennett Studios, featuring Ben Turpin, is to be shown at the Coronet Theatre for the first time tomorrow.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-09-23
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is going to screen 'Married Life' tomorrow. The comedy is produced by Mack Sennett studios. Featuring Ben Turpin, the film promises great entertainment.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-09-25 - 1922-09-25
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at all shows, Ben Turpin in 'Married Life,' not a war picture! Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9.15, 'The Girl in the Taxi.' Tomorrow night, 'Carolyn of the Corners.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-09-25 - 1922-09-25
Summary:

Better than 'Home Talent,' better than 'Down on the Farm,' Mack Sennett presents Ben Turpin and Phyllis Haver in 'Married Life.' Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-09-25 - 1922-09-25
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at all shows, Ben Turpin in 'Married Life.' Not a war picture. Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9.15, 'The Girl in a Taxi.' Tomorrow night, 'Carolyn of the Corners.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-09-25
Summary:

Married Life,' a five-reel Mack Sennett comedy in which Ben Turpin takes the principal part, was presented at the Coronet Theatre yesterday.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-09-25 - 1922-09-25
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at all shows, Ben Turpin in 'Married Life.' Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9.15, 'The Girl in a Taxi.' Tomorrow night, 'Carolyn of the Corners.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-09-26 - 1922-09-26
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at all shows, Ben Turpin in 'Married Life,' not a war picture! Kowloon Theatre: Tonight only, Bessie Love in 'Carolyn of the Corners,' Comedies, etc.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-09-26 - 1922-09-26
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at all shows, Ben Turpin in 'Married Life.' Not a war picture. Kowloon Theatre: Tonight only, Bessie Love in 'Carolyn of the Corners.'

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Headline: At the Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-09-26
Summary:

Married Life' the diverting five-reel Mack Sennett comedy which features Ben Turpin, the cross-eyed comedian, is being shown at the Coronet today for the last time. A particularly fine film version of 'The Last of the Mohicans' will be tomorrow's attraction and Anita Stewart…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-09-26 - 1922-09-26
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at all shows, Ben Turpin in 'Married Life.' Kowloon Theatre: Tonight only, Bessie Love in 'Carolyn of the Corners.' Also Comedies.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-09-27 - 1922-09-27
Summary:

Tonight and tomorrow, Mack Sennett presents Ben Turpin and Phyllis Haver in 'Married Life.' Ordinary prices.