A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-18 - 1921-08-18
Summary:

Canyon Pictures presents Franklyn Farnum with Mary Anderson in Colonel Wm. N. Selig's super serial, 'Vanishing Trails' in 15 episodes. Various episodes of the above super serial will be screened at every Thursday's matinee at 5.15 p.m. This afternoon, the 18th inst., at 5.15…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-14 - 1921-10-17
Summary:

William Fox presents Dustin Farnum in 'The Scarlet Pimpernel.' Matinee 4.30 p.m. sharp! 'The Symbol of Sacrifice' in 8 parts. 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., 'Trailed by Three,' 4 & 5 epis. Booking at Messrs. Mehta & Co.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-10-14 - 1921-10-17
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents Dustin Farnum in 'The Scarlet Pimpernel.' Matinee at 4.30 p.m. sharp, 'The Symbol of Sacrifice'; 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Trailed by Three' 4th and 5th episodes. Usual prices. Booking at Messrs Mehta and Co. Tel. 951.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-10-14 - 1921-10-17
Summary:

Tonight 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents Dustin Farnum in 'The Scarlet Pimpernel.' Matinee 4.30 p.m. sharp, 'The Symbol of Sacrifice'; 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Trailed by Three' episodes 4th and 5th. Usual price. Booking at Messrs Mehta and Co. Tel 951.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-15
Summary:

A crowded house at the World Theatre greeted 'The Scarlet Pimpernel' last night when it was shown for the first time. Dustin Farnum takes the main role and supported by Winifred Kingston. Film synopsis included. Pathe's News is shown as usual and there are comedies and other films…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-10-17
Summary:

Scarlet Pimpernel,' from Baroness Orczy's novel, was shown on the screen at the World Theatre. Dustin Farnum and Winifred Kingston take the main roles in the film. Film synopsis included. Pathe News and two good comedies are also in the programme.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-11-18 - 1921-11-21
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents William Farnum in 'The Heart of a Lion.' 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., final episodes of 'Trailed by Three.' Booking at Messrs. Mehta & Co.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-18 - 1921-11-21
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. performances, a great big stiff punch in the heart, William Fox presents William Farnum in 'The Heart of a Lion.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., final episodes of 'Trailed by Three.' Booking at Messrs Mehta and Co. (Tel. 951.)

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-18
Summary:

The recent William Fox picture, 'The Heart of a Lion' is taken from Ralph Connor's novel, 'The Doctor.' In the picture, William Farnum is the principal role, and William is supported by Mary Martin and William Courtleigh. The picture is available from today at the World…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-11-18 - 1921-11-21
Summary:

Tonight 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents William Farnum in 'The Heart of a Lion.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., final episodes of 'Trailed by Three.' Booking at Messrs Mehta and Co. Hongkong Hotel Building (Tel 951).

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-11-19
Summary:

The Heart of a Lion,' starring William Farnum, was shown at the World Theatre last night. Other cast included Mary Martin and Walter Law. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-06-13 - 1922-06-15
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents Dustin Farnum in 'North of Fifty-three.' At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Charles Hutchison in 'Whirlwind,' final episodes. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-13 - 1922-06-15
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Fox presents Dustin Farnum in 'North of Fifty-Three.' 2.30 p.m. and 7.15 p.m., Charles Hutchison in 'Whirlwind' final episodes. Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-06-13 - 1922-06-15
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents Dustin Farnum in 'North of Fifty-Three.' 2.30 p.m. and 7.15 p.m., Charles Hutchison in 'Whirlwind' final episodes. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-06-15
Summary:

World Theatre is going to screen 'North of Fifty-three,' featuring Dustin Farnum, tonight. Tomorrow another six parts drama entitled 'Someone Must Pay' will be screened at the World Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-08-15 - 1922-08-17
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents William Farnum in 'The End of the Trail.' At 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., Eileen Sedgwick in 'The Great Radium' [sic], epis. 1, 2 & 3. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-15 - 1922-08-17
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents William Farnum in 'The End of the Trail.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Eileen Sedgwick in 'The Great Radium Mystery' episodes 1, 2 and 3. Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-08-15 - 1922-08-17
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents William Farnum in 'The End of the Trail.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Eileen Sedgwick in 'The Great Radium Mystery' episodes 1, 2 and 3. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-11-13 - 1922-11-16
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Realart presents Constance Binney in 'The Stolen Kiss.' Yuesday 14th at 9.15 p.m. only, 'Tennis and How to Play it in Fast and Slow Movement' by Suzanne Lenglen, the Lady Champion of the world. November 14 Remarks: On page 4, another ad. on '…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-11-15 - 1922-11-18
Summary:

Friday and Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., William Farnum in 'His Greatest Sacrifice.' Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre. November 15 Remarks: At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Charles Hutchison & Warner Oland in 'Hurricane Hutch,' epis. 1 and 2. November 16 Remarks: Last show of…