A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Warning
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-29 - 1921-07-29
Summary:

Notice is hereby given that the exclusive exhibition rights for China of the Charles Chaplin film called 'The Kid' is the property of the First National Exhibitors Circuit and that these rights have not been sold or leased to any person or firm in China. Proceedings will be taken…

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Headline: Warning
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-02 - 1921-08-17
Summary:

Notice is hereby given that the exclusive exhibition rights for China of the Charles Chaplin film called 'The Kid' is the property of the First National Exhibitors Circuit and that these rights have not been sold or leased to any person or firm in China. Proceedings will be taken…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-10-04
Summary:

According to the writer, Mr. Chaplin does not like being called 'Charlie' – that he prefers to be known as Charles. Besides, he is unquestionably the greatest comedian in the world. Recently, the film 'The Kid' should prove that Mr. Chaplin is both a leading international…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-22 - 1921-10-24
Summary:

The Weaker Sex,' 'Start the Show' and Topical Budget. October 24 Remarks: Last performances of 'The Weaker Sex,' featuring Dorothy Dalton, Chas. Ray, Louise Glaum, Robert McKim and J. Barney Sherry. Also showing Rolin Cartoon, Comedies & Gazette.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-04 - 1921-11-05
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Anita Stewart in 'Her Kingdom of Dreams' and Topical Budget 525. Kowloon Theatre: Cinema dance tonight at 5.30 and 9 p.m. Pictures including Charles Ray in '45 Minutes from Broadway' and British Gazette. first-class dance floor…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-11-04 - 1921-11-05
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Anita Stewart in 'Her Kingdom of Dreams' and Topical Budget 525. Cinema Dance tonight at Kowloon Theatre at 5.30 and 9 p.m., Charles Ray in '45 Minutes From Broadway' and British Gazette. Also first-class dance floor and tip-top orchestra…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-24
Summary:

The final screening of 'The Kid' will take place at the Coronet Theatre tonight. At the same time, 'The Last of the Mohicans,' 'The Leopard Woman' (starring Louise Glaum) are two other films will be shown during the Xmas holidays. Apart from it, Mr. Ray managed to…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-29
Summary:

Recently the Coronet New Year attraction includes 'The Kid' and 'The Brat.' Charlie Chaplin will be seen in the former one, while Nazimova in the latter. In addition, Nazimova has played in productions like 'Toys of Fate,' 'Eye for Eye,' and 'The Red…

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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: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-04-12 - 1922-04-12
Summary:

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

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-04-12 - 1922-04-12
Summary:

The Coronet: Anna Q. Nillson [sic] in 'What Women Will Do.' Also the Visit to Hongkong of H. R. H. the Prince of Wales. Kowloon Theatre: At 5.45 and 9.15, 'The Luck of the Irish' in 7 parts and Topical Budget.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-04-14 - 1922-04-14
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 9.15 only, 'What Women Will Do' and 'The Visit to Hongkong of H. R. H. the Prince of Wales.' Kowloon Theatre: Tomorrow at 5.45 and 9.15, 'The Deep Purple' in 7 reels and Topical Budget.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-04-15 - 1922-04-15
Summary:

The Coronet: Today, 'What Women Will Do,' and 'Visit of H. R. H. the Prince of Wales.' Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 5.45 & 9.15, 'The Deep Purple,' and Topical Budget.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-03-01 - 1923-03-01
Summary:

The Coronet: Mon. till Sat., Douglas Fairbanks in 'When the Clouds Roll By,' Larry Semon Company and Topical Budget. Kowloon Theatre: Available for club or private dance. For vacant dates, apply to H. W. Ray at The Coronet.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-01 - 1923-03-01
Summary:

The Coronet: Monday till Saturday, Douglas Fairbanks in 'When the Clouds Roll by,' Larry Semon Comedy and Topical Budget. Kowloon Theatre: Available for club or private dances. For vacant date, apply to H. W. Ray, the Coronet.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-03-01 - 1923-03-01
Summary:

The Coronet: Today till Saturday, Douglas Fairbanks in When the Clouds Roll By, Larry Semon Comedy and Topical Budget. Kowloon Theatre: Available for club or private dances. For vacant dates apply to H. W. Ray, the Coronet.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-03-03 - 1923-03-03
Summary:

The Coronet: Mon. till Sat., Douglas Fairbanks in 'When the Clouds Roll By,' Larry Semon Company and Topical Budget. The Star: Sat. at 5.30 & 9.15, Sun. at 6 & 9.15, Harold Lloyd in 'Never Weaken,' and H. B. Warner in 'Nice [sic] of Destiny.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-03-03 - 1923-03-03
Summary:

Harold Lloyd in 'Never Weaken,' H. B. Warner in 'Dice of Destiny,' Topical Budget and Orchestra of 12.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-03 - 1923-03-03
Summary:

The Coronet: Monday till Saturday, Douglas Fairbanks in 'When the Clouds Roll by,' Larry Semon Comedy and Topical Budget. The Star: Saturday at 5.30 and 9.15 and Sunday at 6 and 9.15, Harold Lloyd in 'Never Weaken' and H. B. Warner in 'Dice of Destiny.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-03-03 - 1923-03-03
Summary:

The Coronet: Today, Douglas Fairbanks in When the Clouds Roll By, Larry Semon Comedy and Topical Budget. The Star: Saturday at 5.30 and 9.15, Sunday at 6 and 9.15, Harold Lloyd in Never Weaken and H. B. Warner in Dice of Destiny.