The managers of the Commercial Press Co., Ld., Shanghai are now at work on a new development for the good of their employees. The moving picture department is one of the most interesting of the new features.
Norma Talmadge with Thomas Meighan in 'The Probation Wife.' Added attraction 'No Money to Guide Them' [sic] (2 reels comedy). January 28 remarks: The latest and best Chinese production 'The Test of True Love' (produced by Commercial Press Ltd.) January 29 remarks…
Report from 'Shanghai Mercury' – Great excitement was caused in the Apollo Theatre, Shanghai, on the night of May 20 when one of the patrons discovered a large water snake, which was proved to be harmless and was removed.
Shanghai, June 15 – The trustees have decided not to rebuild the Lyceum Theatre. They will meet the Fire Department's demands.
Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'Merry-Go-Round' in 11 reels, featuring Mary Philbin, Norman Kerry and a great cast. Today till Saturday at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., the latest Chinese super-production, 'The Valiant Brothers' [sic] in 10 reels produced by Commercial…
Extensive alterations and improvements are being made upon the Lyceum Theatre at Shanghai, which has often been described as the best theatre in the Far East. The N. C. Daily News concludes: 'Safety has been attended to in its fire-exits, comfort in the many ways.' It is a pity the…
Today and tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Norma Talmadge with Thomas Meighan in 'The Probation Wife.' Usual prices. By special request, 'Over the Hill' will be shown again on Saturday, 31st. Today and tomorrow at 12.30, 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., the latest and best Chinese…
Carmel Myers in 'The Love Pirate' also featuring Kathryn McGuire, Melbourne McDowell, Clyde Fillmore. Don't forget to see France Dhelia in 'Demi-Virgins.' Coming! William Fox presents 'Over the Hill.' January 12 remarks: Today, the best Chinese production…
Reports from the North tell of phenomenal business for the cinemas that have been so fortunate as to secure Charlie Chaplin's wonderful comedy, 'The Kid.' In Shanghai, it crowded the Victoria Theatre for two weeks.
Lois Weber, producer of 'Hypocrites,' 'Shoes,' 'To Please One Woman,' 'The Price of a Good Time,' 'Where are My Children?' 'Too Wise Wives,' presents The Blot. Commencing Sunday, William Fox presents 'Over the Hill.' January…
Today and tomorrow only at 5.10 and 9.20 p.m., William Fox presents 'Over the Hill' [sic] with special music. Today and tomorrow at 12.30, 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'The Test of True Love' produced by Commercial Press. January 27 Remarks: Starting tomorrow, Norma Talmadge in '…
Phenomenal business has been experienced by Northern cinemas fortunate enough to secure Charlie Chaplin's wonderful comedy, 'The Kid,' according to reports received locally. In Shanghai, it crowded the Victoria Theatre for two weeks at $2 per seat, and after a further four nights…
Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15, Norma Talmadge with Thomas Meighan in 'The Probation Wife' with special music. Usual prices. Today till Friday at 2.30 and 7.15, 'The Test of True Love,' produced by Commercial Press Ltd. January 29 Remarks: Today and tomorrow at 12.30, 2…
Shanghai papers give further particulars of the murder of Mr. Bernard Goldenberg, Manager of the Victoria Theatre. The case is regarded as one of the most difficult yet handled by the local police in which a foreigner is concerned.
Today and tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Carmel Myers in 'The Love Pirate.' Special music. Usual prices. Starting Wednesday next, France Dhelia in 'Demi-Virgins.' Coming, William Fox presents 'Over the Hill.' Watch for its opening date. Today only at 2.30 and…
Today and tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Lois Weber presents 'The Blot.' Special music. Usual prices. Starting Sunday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents 'Over the Hill.' Book your seats early. Starting Saturday at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., the latest Chinese…
Shanghai, Nov 30 – The police have established the fact that threats had been made against the life of the late Mr. Goldenberg, Manager of the Victoria Cinema, who was recently murdered.
Shanghai, Nov 27 – Mr. Bernard Goldenberg, Manager of the Victoria Cinema, was found dead in his room. It is believed that the murderer escaped after removing a valuable diamond ring, worth $900, from the body. He was the Manager of the Ramos amusement. Ramos Bros. leased the old Victoria…
Canton, March 16. – Theatre taxes ($49,498) plus cinema Taxes ($9,600) contributed as income for the proposal of Whampoa commercial port. However, the income could not cover the expenditure, and there would be the deficit.
William Fox presents 'Over the Hill ' in eleven reels. Today and tomorrow, the latest and best Chinese production 'The Test of True Love' produced by the Commercial Press. January 27 remarks: Starting tomorrow, Norma Talmadge in 'The Probation Wife.' January 31…