A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-01-20 - 1925-01-22
Summary:

Carl Laemmle presents Jack Hoxie in 'Fighting Fury' supported by the famous Universal Ranch Riders directed by Clifford Smith, a Universal picture. January 22 remarks: Starting tomorrow, 'Merry Go Round.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-10
Summary:

Why Smith Left Home,' in which Bryant Washburn takes the principal role, will be shown at the Star Theatre tomorrow and on Monday. Film synopsis included.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-20 - 1925-01-21
Summary:

Today till Thursday at 5.30 and 9.15, Carl Laemmle presents Jack Hoxie in 'Fighting Fury,' supported by the famous Universal Ranch Riders, directed by Clifford Smith, a Universal picture. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-21
Summary:

Fighting Fury' was directed by Clifford S. Smith, who made the big William S. Hart pictures. All will appreciate the feelings of the hero (Jack Hoxie). Film synopsis included. Jack Hoxie is supported by a splendid cast, the members of which all help to make a very exciting picture. It will…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-08-31
Summary:

London, July 24th, 1914 – Boxing: The controversy over the Carpentier V. Gunboat Smith contest shows no signs of abating. More light was thrown on certain points early in the week, when films of the contest were shown to a group of Pressmen.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-10-06
Summary:

There was a record house on Saturday night at the Victoria Theatre, every available seat being occupied. The picture depicting the boxing match between George Carpentier and Dick Smith was remarkable. 'Madam and her Godson' is a very amusing photoplay.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-10-20
Summary:

The lure of adventures interesting to any audience is doubled in 'Ridgeway of Montana,' Universal feature starring Jack Hoxie at the World Theatre today. It is promised the film version of William Mcleod Riane's [sic] novel will present as many 'twists' of a plot as a…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-12-17 - 1921-12-20
Summary:

Ruth Clifford in 'The Game's Up' and 'Meet My Husband.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-17 - 1921-12-20
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15, Ruth Clifford in 'The Game's Up' and 'Meet My Husband.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-03-12 - 1921-03-15
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15, Fritzi Scheff in 'Pretty Mrs. Smith' in 5 parts.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-03-12 - 1921-03-15
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Fritzi Scheff in 'Pretty Mrs. Smith' in 5 parts.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-09-07 - 1921-09-09
Summary:

Ruth Clifford in the biggest Universal production, 'The Millioniare Pirate' [sic], 'Marry My Wife' and New Screen Magazine.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-09-07 - 1921-09-09
Summary:

Today at 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Ruth Clifford in 'The Millionaire Pirate.' New Screen Magazine and comedy.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-10-07
Summary:

For two days only, World Theatre is screening 'Come Again Smith' featuring Jack Kerrigan. Film synopsis included.

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Headline: Victoria
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-10-06 - 1919-10-06
Summary:

Come and hear the string band and see the boxing match between Carpentier and Smith.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-04-03
Summary:

The well-known West End Revue Stars, Miss Lee White in association with Mr. Clay Smith, with their original London Company which appeared last summer at the Queen's Theatre, Shaftsbury Avenue, commence their Hongkong season at the Theatre Royal tonight. The opening production tonight and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-07 - 1921-09-09
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Ruth Clifford in the biggest Universal production, 'The Millionaire Pirate.' Also new screen magazine and comedy.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-08-31
Summary:

Paramount believes in finishing what it starts in a serial. 'Who is Number One,' featuring Kathleen Clifford, has features that make it one of the most successful ever screened at the Bijou Theatre

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-07
Summary:

Come Again Smith,' in which Jesse D. Hampton presents J. Warren Kerrigan in the story, will be shown at the World Theatre tomorrow and Monday. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-03-10
Summary:

Today and tomorrow, Star Theatre in Kowloon is going to screen 'Why Smith Left Home' featuring Bryant Washburn.