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: 1923-12-10 - 1923-12-10
Summary:

The Coronet: For two nights more at 2.15, 4.45, 7 sharp and 9.20 p.m., Lillian Gish and Richard Barthelmess in D. W. Griffith's 'Way Down East.' Illustration included. The Star: Italian Grand Opera tonight at 9.15, 'Tosca.' Tomorrow, 'Faust.' The Grand: At 9.15…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-12-11 - 1923-12-11
Summary:

The Coronet: Final showing of 'Way Down East.' Today at 2.15, 4.45, 7 and 9.20 p.m. The Star: Italian Grand Opera tonight at 9.15, 'Faust.' Tomorrow, 'Mignon.' The Grand: At 9.15 only, Gladys Walton in 'The Love Letter.'

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-02-11 - 1924-02-11
Summary:

Today only at 5.30 and 9.15, Roy Stewart in 'The Love Brand.' Tomorrow and Wednesday, Gladys Walton in 'Crossed Wires.' Weekend picture attraction, Douglas MacLean in 'One a Minute.'

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-02-12 - 1924-02-13
Summary:

Today and tomorrow, Gladys Walton in 'Crossed Wires.' Weekend picture attraction, Douglas MacLean in 'One a Minute.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-02-12
Summary:

Tonight, a big attraction is the lively comedy star, Gladys Walton, in a film 'Crossed Wires.' A booking sure to be received with acclamation is that for the weekend when Douglas Maclean, who made a reputation with his first film, will be shown in 'One a Minute.' Mr. Maclean…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-29 - 1924-03-31
Summary:

Sunday to Wednesday, twice daily at 5.30 and 9.15, the sensational of the Manila Carnival, Peter the Great, the strongest man in all the world. $1,000 reward for anyone that can perform these remarkable feats. In conjunction with an exceptionally good picture programme, Gladys Walton in '…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-29 - 1924-03-29
Summary:

Today, children's matinee. 2.30 p.m., chapters 7 and 8 of 'The Eagle's Talon.' Tonight 5.30 and 9.15, Augustus Thomas's greatest mystery, 'The Witching Hour' with Elliot Dexter, and an all-star cast. Commencing tomorrow, Peter the Great (in person), the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-29
Summary:

Bring your own iron rail with you is an invitation that Peter the Great, world's champion strong man, can safely issue, for as he will show in the Star Theatre tomorrow. Indeed so well does Peter know his own strength that he offers $1,000 reward to anyone who can beat him. He holds the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-31
Summary:

Peter the Great, world's champion strong man, delighted Kowloon folk in the Star Theatre yesterday with his seemingly impossible feats. Peter's amazing feats are entertainment in themselves, but the management of the Star Theatre, intent apparently on providing a record programme, is…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-06 - 1924-05-08
Summary:

Thursday, May 8th at 9.15 p.m., William Heughan, the famous Scottish basso supported by Dave Kennedy, the well-known Scottish comedian and Miss Gladys Sayer, the brilliant young pianist. Tickets $3, $2 and $1. Booking at Moutrie's and the Star.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-08 - 1924-05-08
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., for one night only, William Heughan, the famous Scotch Basso supported by Dave Kennedy and Gladys Sayer. Prices: $3, $2 and $1. Picture at 5.30, Herbert Rawlinson in 'The Clean Up.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-08
Summary:

Mr. William Heughan, the famous Scottish singer, whose highly successful Theatre Royal concerts have won him a firm place in the Colony's favour, gives a concert in the Star Theatre this evening. Performers also include Dave Kennedy and Gladys Sayer. Booking at Moutrie's and at the…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-09 - 1924-05-09
Summary:

Extended engagement. Owing to steamer delay, and the phenomenal success of the William Heughan Concert Company, we are pleased to announce that this talented company will appear at the Star for one more night. Tonight at 9.15 p.m., positively the last appearance in the colony, William Heugann,…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-06-07 - 1924-06-10
Summary:

Farewell return visit, one night only. Wednesday June 11th at 9.15 p.m., the Hongkong Amusements Ltd., take great pleasure in presenting the world-famous Scottish Basso, William Heughan, supported by the popular Scotch comedian, Dave Kennedy and the brilliant pianist, Miss Gladys Sayer. Popular…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-06-11 - 1924-06-11
Summary:

Farewell return visit one night only, tonight at 9.15, your last opportunity to hear the world-famous Scottish basso, William Heughan, supported by the popular Scotch comedian, Dave Kennedy and Miss Gladys Sayer. Popular prices: $3, $2 and $1. Booking at Moutrie's and the Star. Commencing…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-07-07 - 1924-07-07
Summary:

Today only, Gladys Walton in 'Girl Who Ran Wild.' Tuesday and Wednesday, Mae Murray in 'Peacock Alley.' Thursday to Saturday, May Allison in 'The Walk-Offs.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-07-07
Summary:

Showing at the Star Theatre for the one day only is Gladys Walton's entertaining picture, 'The Girl Who Ran Wild,' based on Bret Harte' story. Melissa Grummer told the world she could take care of herself when her Dad died. Film synopsis included. Needless to add, the acting…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-06 - 1925-02-06
Summary:

The Family Secret,' a Universal-Jewel presented by Carl Laemmle, directed by Wm. Seiter, featuring Baby Peggy, Gladys Hulette, Edward Earle, Frank Currier, Cesare Gravina and Martha Mattox. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-04-30
Summary:

The exhibition of dancing by Madame Kelvey's pupils at the Theatre yesterday afternoon drew a record attendance. A walk by the smallest of the pupils opened the programme. The Tambourine Dance of Marie de Sousa and Molly D'Almada e Castro was lively and colourful. The Gavotte and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-16
Summary:

The Ridin' Kid from Powder River,' Universal-Hoot Gibson production, which was given its first showing in the Star Theatre last night, is a motion picture story that excites interest from the beginning and maintains it quite ably. Hoot is supported by a fine cast including Gladys…