A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-12-08
Summary:

Queen's Theatre is screening the Universal production 'The Law Forbids' featuring Baby Peggy. The cast also includes Robert Ellis, William Welsh, Elinor Fair, Winifred Bryson, Hayden Stevenson, Joseph Dowling and Eva Thatcher. The film is directed by Jess Robbins.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-04-23 - 1924-04-23
Summary:

A Chapter in Her Life,' Lois Weber's tremendous production of the famous story of 'Jewel,' by Clara Louise Burnham. The powerful cast features Claude Gillingwater, Robert Frazer, Jacqueline Gadsdon, Eva Thatcher, Jane Mercer, Ralph Yearsley, Frances Raymond, Fred Thomson and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-06
Summary:

The Law Forbids,' Baby Peggy's second Universal production, opened last night at the Queen's Theatre. The notable cast was assembled by Jess Robins, director of the picture, to portray the varied roles in the story, which was written by Bernard McConville. Robert Ellis and Elinor…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-10-19 - 1925-10-19
Summary:

Today only, Eva Novak in 'Women First.' Tuesday and Wednesday, 'Beau Brummel.'

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-10-19 - 1925-10-19
Summary:

Today only, Eva Novak in 'Women First.' Tuesday and Wednesday, 'Beau Brummel.'

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-10-19 - 1925-10-19
Summary:

Today only, Eva Novak and 'Women First.' Tuesday and Wednesday, 'Beau Brummel.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-04-25
Summary:

A Chapter in Her Life,' adapted from 'Jewel,' Clara Louise Burnham's novel, is scoring heavily at the World Theatre. With Claude Gillingwater, one of the best-known character actors of the screen and stage, and Jane Mercer, newest sensation among child 'discoveries…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-12-05
Summary:

The Law Forbids,' by Universal, based on Bernard McConville's story, is showing today at the Queen's Theatre. The cast includes Baby Peggy, whose first picture 'The Darling of New York,' was so widely acclaimed. Her parents in this picture are Elinor Fair, remembered for…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-05
Summary:

In 'Wolves of the North,' the Universal photodrama which is now running at the Hongkong Theatre, wolf-men are depicted. The story was written by Norman Dawn, who also directed it, with Eva Novak in the principal role. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-05
Summary:

Baby Peggy, known to filmdom as 'The Baby Bernhardt,' stands today as one of the most important factors in box office success. Her second big production, 'The Law Forbids,' a Jewel deluxe, equally well cast, comes today to the Queen's Theatre. Her pictures possibilities…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-28 - 1922-10-28
Summary:

Today only, Wanda Hawley in 'A Kiss in Time.' Sunday, matinee only (29th) at 6 p.m. sharp, Eva Novak in 'Wolves of North,' a Universal special attraction, Monroe Salisbury in 'The Sleeping Lion.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-04
Summary:

At the Hongkong Theatre tomorrow, 'Wolves of the North,' Eva Novak's dramatic screen story of the Alaskan Wilds, will be shown. Supporting Eva Novak in her starring role will be seen Herbert Heyes, Starke Patterson [sic], Percy Chattenger [sic], Barbara Tennant and others. Norman…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-10-28 - 1922-10-28
Summary:

Today only, Wanda Hawley in 'A Kiss in Time.' Film plot included. Sunday matinee only at 6 p.m. sharp, Eva Noval [sic] in 'Wolves of the North.' Beginning from Sunday to Tuesday at 5.15 & 9.15 p.m., a Universal special attraction, Monroe Salisbury in 'The Sleeping…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-10-28 - 1922-10-28
Summary:

Today only, give your family a picnic by taking them to see Wanda Hawley in 'A Kiss in Time.' Sunday matinee only (29th) 9 p.m. sharp, Eva Novak in 'Wolves of North' [sic]. Beginning from Sunday to Tuesday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., a Universal special attraction, Monroe…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-03-27 - 1925-03-28
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15, Baby Peggy in 'Helen's Babies.' With a special musical setting. No advance in prices. Commencing Sunday at 6 and 9.15 p.m., 'Temptation' featuring Eva Novak and Bryant Washburn. Also Jack Dempsey in 'A Society Knockout.…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-03-27 - 1925-03-27
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Baby Peggy in 'Helen's Babies.' With special music at usual prices. Starting Sunday, 'Temptation' featuring Eva Novak, Bryant Washburn and a notable cast. Also Jack Dempsey in 'A Society Knockout,' second of the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-07
Summary:

Eva Novak, who won her first screen success in 'Wanted at Headquarters,' charmed a packed house at the Hongkong Theatre on Saturday in her latest Universal photodrama, 'Wolves of the North.' The story was written and directed by Norman Dawn. Meanwhile, Eva Novak is supported…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-03-30 - 1925-03-30
Summary:

Today till Wednesday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'Temptation' featuring Eva Novak, Bryant Washburn, June Elvidge, Phillips Smalley and Vernon Steele. Also Jack Dempsey in 'A Society Knockout,' second of the 'Fight and Win' series.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-03-28 - 1925-03-28
Summary:

Last chance to see Baby Peggy in 'Helen's Babies.' With special musical setting. No advance in prices. Final show today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. Starting tomorrow at 6 and 9.15 p.m., 'Sensation' [sic] featuring Eva Novak, Bryant Washburn and a notable cast. Also Jack…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-05-30 - 1925-06-02
Summary:

Starting Sunday 31st, B. P. Schulberg presents 'The Triflers' with Mae Busch, Frank Mayo, Elliott Dexter, Walter Hiers, Eva Novak and Lee Morgan. Usual prices. Coming, William Fox presents Zane Grey's world-famous story, 'The Last Trail' with Eva Novak, Wallace Beery,…