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: 1917-05-07 - 1917-05-07
Summary:

Daniel Frohman presents Mary Pickford in 'Rags', story by Edith Barnard Delano, produced by Famous Players Film Co.; Pictures included

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
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.' Also British Gazette No. 534-535 and comedy. Sunday 13th at 9.15 p.m., showing Henrik Ibsen's world-famous play, 'Ghosts,' etc.

3
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-07-23 - 1919-07-25
Summary:

23rd, 24th and 25th July, showing 'A Price for Folly,' an exclusive Vitagraph film with a powerful story in 5 featuring the two favourite stars, Edith Storey and Antonio Morino [sic]. Also various comics. Booking at the theatre.

4
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-07-23
Summary:

Tonight the Hongkong Theatre is showing an exclusive Vitagraph film featuring two stars, Edith Storey and Antonio Moreno. The play is entitled 'A price for Folly.'

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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: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-10-06 - 1920-10-12
Summary:

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

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-12-06 - 1920-12-07
Summary:

A tidal wave of thrills sweeps through the fifteen episodes of 'The Man Might' [sic], the first three of which will be seen at the Woping Theatre, 87, Des Voeux Road, Central, opposite the Central Market, on December 7th, 1920 at 7.30 and 9.30 p.m. William Duncan in this Vitagraph…

8
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-12-07
Summary:

It happens in the first episode of 'The Man of Might.' No Vitagraph serial would open without it – a fight between William Duncan and Joe Ryan, a fight such as thrilled millions who saw 'The Fighting Trail' and 'A Fight for Millions.' This will be seen in the Wo…

9
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-30 - 1921-08-03
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15, Virginia Warwick in 'A Red Hot Finish.' Also Edith Roberts in 'Sue of the South,' a thrilling romance of the blue ridge.

10
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-01
Summary:

Two new features are introduced in the programme for the week at the Hongkong Theatre, a drama and a comedy – 'Sue of the South' (5 parts) and 'A Red Hot Finish' (2 parts) respectively. The latter one is supported by the Rainbow Beauties, and the former one features Edith…

11
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-13 - 1921-08-16
Summary:

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

12
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-13
Summary:

A Taste of Life' is to be shown in the Hongkong Theatre. Edith Roberts takes the leading role, with the participation of May Emory. Film synopsis included.

13
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-01-04 - 1922-01-05
Summary:

Today at 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. Phone 1337.

14
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-01-04
Summary:

Luring Lips,' a Universal photodrama, is now playing at the World Theatre. The theme was written by John A. Moroso. Later, it was purchased by Universal as a starring vehicle for Edith Roberts and adapted to the screen by George Hively. The film was produced under the direction of King…

15
Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-03-10 - 1922-03-11
Summary:

Commencing Friday till Monday, Carl Laemmle presents Edith Roberts in 'The Fire Cat,' featuring Wallace MacDonald, Arthur Jasmine, Walter Long and Beatrice Dominguez, Norman Dawn's thundering drama.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
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,' a story by Castilian maiden. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, final episodes of 'Velvet Fingers' and 1st episodes of 'White Horseman,' featuring Art Acord. Usual prices. Booking at the…

17
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-03-10
Summary:

The Fire Cat,' a Universal film starring Edith Roberts, will be shown at the World Theatre on Friday. The film is written and directed by Norman Oawn [sic], and Edith Roberts previously presented in 'Lasca' and 'The Adorable Savage.' In addition, Edith Roberts in '…

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Headline: Flickers
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-05-12