A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-02-07 - 1918-02-08
Summary:

Watch for 'The Voice on the Wire,' a 15-episode long surprising detective serial, featuring the famous Ben Wilson and Neva Gerber. Commencing on Saturday 9th February 1918, the 1st and 2nd episodes.

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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-02-09 - 1918-02-11
Summary:

Tonight, Ben Wilson and Neva Gerber in 'The Voice on the Wire,' the great Trans Atlantic surprise serial in 15 episodes, 30 reels, 1st episode 'The Oriental Death,' 2nd episode 'The Mysterious Man in Black' and good comics.

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Headline: The Hongkong
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-01-24
Summary:

At the Hongkong the principal feature is the beginning of the serial, 'The Voice on The Wire' featuring Ben Wilson and Neva Gerber as the leads. A Keystone picture, a popular comic, 'Shot in the Excitement' was also shown.

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Headline: The Hongkong
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-02-08
Summary:

Last night at the Hongkong there was showing the 7th and 8th Episodes of 'The Voice on the Wire,' starring Ben Wilson and Neva Gerber. Further episodes of this film will be shown next Wednesday. The comic shows last night was truly funny, a Keystone 'When Dreams Come True.'…

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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.