A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-03-25 - 1920-03-27
Summary:

For four nights only, commencing Saturday 27th, March 1920, at 9.15 p.m. only, the moral uplift society of America presents the powerful photoplay, 'It May Be Your Daughter,' a pleasing story, beautiful photography and splendid acting by an admirable cast, Edith Thornton, Hugh Thompson…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-01-18
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-06
Summary:

In 'Once Aboard The Lugger,' Eileen Dennes gives us a character as Mary, while Evan Thomas contributes to the part of George. The other cast included Gwynne Herbert and John MacAndrews. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-03-25 - 1920-03-30
Summary:

Tonight until Tuesday at 9.15 p.m., the Moral Uplift Society of America presents 'It May Be Your Daughter.' At 5.15 p.m., William Fox presents Betty Nansen in 'A Woman's Temptation' [sic]. At 7.15 p.m., Kathleen Clifford in 'Who is Number One' episodes Nos. 10…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-01
Summary:

The Management of the Coronet Theatre announces, as the next attraction for this house, Mary Pickford's latest production, 'Dorothy Vernon of Haddon Hall.' The picture, by United Artists, is based on the popular novel of the same name by Charles Major. Other celebrities in the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-03-18
Summary:

Dorothy Gish is doing a Spanish dance at the Queen's Theatre this week in the Richard Barthelmess picture, 'The Bright Shawl,' one of the most delightful features of this fascinating romance of the days of Spanish domination in Cuba. She is seen in the tremendously emotional role…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-30
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-06-19
Summary:

Mr. S. [sic] Stuart Blackton who produced 'The Glorious Adventure,' is to produce the film on Dorothy Vernon, whose romantic elopement with Sir John Manners has formed the basis of many plays and stories. Lady Diana Manners is supposed to play the role of her ancestress Dorothy Vernon…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-09
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-05-30 - 1925-05-30
Summary:

Mary Pickford will be voted at her best in 'Dorothy Vernon.'

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-05-30 - 1925-05-30
Summary:

Estelle Taylor will be seen as Mary, Queen of Scots in 'Dorothy Vernon.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-05-30 - 1925-05-30
Summary:

Everyone liked 'Daddy Long Legs,' everyone will like 'Dorothy Vernon.' Both were directed by Marshall Neilan. Another ad. on page 5, Estelle Taylor will be seen as Mary Queen of Scots in 'Dorothy Vernon.' On page 12 and 16, Mary Pickford will be voted at her best in…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-05
Summary:

Marshall Neilan is the director of Mary Pickford in her newest screen production for United Artists, 'Dorothy Vernon of Haddon Hall,' which is now having an extended run at the Coronet Theatre. 'Make them say, ‘Isn't that natural?' and the success of your picture is…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-06-05
Summary:

Coronet Theatre continues to screen the United Artists attraction 'Dorothy Vernon of Haddon Hall' featuring Mary Pickford. Director Marshal Neilan has done every bit to make the film as natural and realistic as possible.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-11-30
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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-06 - 1925-06-06
Summary:

Dorothy Vernon of Haddon Hall' is not only Mary Pickford's greatest picture, but it is also one of the greatest historical dramas ever screened. It is showing today only at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.30 p.m.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-03-02
Summary:

Headshot of Miss Dorothy Gish.

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Headline: Kowloon Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-28 - 1922-06-28
Summary:

See Dorothy Dalton in 'Extravagance.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-08-11 - 1921-08-11
Summary:

Dorothy Phillips in 'The Right to Happiness.'

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-06-01 - 1925-06-06
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.30, United Artists presents Mary Pickford in 'Dorothy Vernon of Haddon Hall.' Prices: 2.30 and 7.15, $1.00 and 50 cents; 5.15, $1.50 and 80 cents; 9.30, $2.00 and $1.00.