A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1917-06-20
Summary:

Special performances are being given tomorrow afternoon and evening in the Victoria Theatre in aid of the funds of the Portuguese School in this colony. Among those who will contribute to the entertainment are Mr. Bruno Rocha, Mr. F. Latymer, Mr. Morbey, Mr. Louis Meo, Mr. A. B. Allen, Mr. E. G…

2
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-07-12 - 1919-07-12
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Antonio Moreno and Edith Storey in 'Aladdin From Broadway.' British Gazette No. 534-535 and Comedy. Sunday, 13th at 9.15 p.m., showing Henrik Ibsen's world-famous play 'Ghosts.'

3
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-07-23 - 1919-07-25
Summary:

July 23, 24 and 25, showing 'A Price for Folly,' an exclusive Vitagraph film with a powerful story in 5 parts, featuring the two favorite stars, Edith Storey and Antonio Moreno. Saturday 26 at 9.15 p.m., see 'The Fall of a Nation' in 7 parts. Matinee and 7.15 p.m. performance…

4
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…

5
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-10-06 - 1920-10-12
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Belle Bennett in 'Bond of Fear' by Edith Kennedy.

6
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-07-30 - 1921-08-02
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15, Virginia Warwick in 'A Red Hot Finish' [sic]. Also Edith Roberts in 'Sue of the South.'

7
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-08-12
Summary:

From tomorrow until Tuesday next a 5-part Universal drama 'A Taste of Life' featuring Edith Roberts, will be screened at the Hongkong Theatre. An amusing 2-part comedy and interesting scenes from the Universal Gazette will complete an excellent programme.

8
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-08-13 - 1921-08-16
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Edith Roberts in 'A Taste of Life.' A super-production at ordinary prices.

9
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-10-08
Summary:

The Man in the Moonlight' will be shown at the Hongkong Theatre. The film starring Monroe Salisbury, Colleen Moore, William Stowell and Alfred Allen. Film plot included.

10
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-01-03 - 1922-01-05
Summary:

Today 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Carl Laemmle presents 'Luring Lips' starring Edith Roberts. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, 'The Great London Mystery' 4th and 5th episodes. Booking at the Theatre (Telephone 1337).

11
Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-03-10
Summary:

Edith Roberts, the Universal star, who starred in 'Lasca,' is coming to the World Theatre today in 'The Fire Cat.' The film was written and directed by Norman Dawn, it carries the same elements as 'Lasca' and 'The Adorable Savage.' Wallace McDonald was a…

12
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-03-10 - 1922-03-13
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. performances, Edith Roberts in 'The Fire Cat.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, final episodes of 'Velvet Fingers' and 1st episodes of 'The White Horseman' featuring Art Acord. Sunday matinee 6 p.m., Dorothy Gish in 'Battling Jane.…

13
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-06-15 - 1922-06-24
Summary:

At 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. only, tickets $2.00 and $1.00, 'Man-Woman-Marriage,' Allen Holubar's drama starring Dorothy Phillips, a First National attraction. Illustration included.

14
Headline: The Sage Hen'
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-07-13
Summary:

The Sage Hen,' directed by Edgar Lewis for Pathe and is showing at the World Theatre on Friday. The film starred Gladys Brockwell, Lillian Rich, Wallace MacDonald, Arthur Morrison, James Mason, Alfred Allen and Richard Headrick.

15
Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-01-03 - 1923-01-05
Summary:

Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Edith Hallor in Jules Eckert Goodman's Just Outside the Door. Also round three, 'The Leather Pushers.' January 3 Remarks: 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Invisible Ray.' January 4 & 5 Remarks: 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'The Adventures of…

16
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-04-02
Summary:

Edith Roberts has a new kind of role in 'The Unknown Wife,' her latest Universal photo-drama in which she is to be seen at the World Theatre. Directed by William Worthington at Universal City and gives a brilliant cast a splendid opportunity to emphasize the star's dramatic skill…

17
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-04-02 - 1923-04-03
Summary:

Sunday 1st to Tuesday 3rd, April at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Sunday matinee 6 p.m., Edith Roberts in The Unknown Wife. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Monday, 'Lighting Bryce' episodes 1, 2 and 3; Tuesday to Thursday, episodes 4 and 5. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

18
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-04-28
Summary:

Human Hearts' is the current attraction at the Coronet, starring House Peter and Edith Haller [sic]. The story is based on the famous old stage play of the same name written by Hal Reid, father of Wallace Reid. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-05-03
20
Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-08-23 - 1923-08-25
Summary:

Tonight till Saturday, William Duncan and Edith Johnson in 'The Fighting Guide. Showing with Larry Semon in 'Dew Drop Inn.' Illustration included.