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: 1925-02-07
Summary:

The Misfit Wife,' a Metro production featuring Alice Lake, was seen last night at the Queen's Theatre. Other cast included Forrest Stanley, Leota Lorraine, Edward Martindel, Jack Livingston, Graham Pettie, Frederick Vroom, Billy Gettinger, Jim Blackwell, Helen Pillsbury.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-02-06
Summary:

Alice Lake is to be seen in a new role at the Queen's Theatre today when the new Metro special, 'The Misfit Wife.' Other case included Forrest Stanley, Jack Livingston, Graham Pettie, Edward Martindel, Frederick Vroom, Billy Gettinger, Jim Blackwell, Leota Lorraine and Helen…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-10-12
Summary:

The Westerners,' which was the principal attraction at the World Theatre last night, is a picturization of Stewart Edward White's famous novel of the same name, produced by Benjamin B. Hampton for Great Authors Picture, Inc. and enacted by screen artists as Roy Stewart, Mildred Manning…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-07
Summary:

The Misfit Wife,' a Metro production featuring Alice Lake, was seen last night at the Queen's Theatre. It was the performance of Alice Lake as Katie Molly that counted most in the picture's success. The cast includes Forrest Stanley, Leota Lorraine, Edward Martindel, Jack…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-10-22 - 1924-10-25
Summary:

A British super-production, Betty Compson and Clive Brook in 'Woman to Woman,' produced by Graham Cutts at Shepherd's Bush Studio, London. At ordinary prices. Booking at the theatre.

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

Alice Lake, who reaped success in Metro's production of 'Should A Women Tell?' and 'Shore Acres,' is to be seen in a new role at the Queen's Theatre today when the new Metro special, 'The Misfit Wife' will be the feature. Film synopsis included. Alice Lake…

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Headline: Petty Cases
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-03-31
Summary:

A woman caught with four taels of opium dross was fined by Mr. Wood. Another man was charged with selling medicines without a licence which he denied whereas a Chinese was convicted of stealing two electric light bulbs from the San Hi Yung Chinese Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-17
Summary:

Questioned as to the film industry of California in its relation to China, Mr. Thomas A. Graham, Vice President and General Manager of the Pacific Mail Steamship Company, said he felt sure that there was every prospect of further development, and there was a vast field for enterprise in opening…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-06-24
Summary:

The Victoria Theatre is presenting a very fine programme just now and it is pleasing to see that the enterprise of Ramos and Ramos is meeting with ample reward in the form of good houses. The speciality this week is a two-part film entitled 'The Evil Fascination,' superbly acted, while…

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Headline: Aerial Films
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-07-03
Summary:

To introduce aerial scenes into film production, a new company, Aerofilms, Ltd, has been formed, with premises at the London Aerodrome Hendon. Mr. F. L. Wills, a demobilised R. A. F. observer is managing director and Mr. Grahame White is a member of the directorate. Mr Wills states that the new…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-10-23
Summary:

Woman to Woman' is one of the best films that has come to Hongkong from London since 'Alf's Button.' The film starred Betty Compson and Clive Brook. The play is written by Michael Morton and directed by Graham Cutts. Film plot included.

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-10-22 - 1924-10-25
Summary:

A British super-production, Betty Compson and Clive Brook in 'Woman to Woman,' produced by Graham Cutts at Shepherd's Bush Studio, London. At ordinary prices. Booking at the Theatre. October 25 Remarks: Tomorrow at 6.00 and 9.15 p.m., Monday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Corinne Griffith…

13
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-10-23
Summary:

Everybody who attended the showing of 'Woman to Woman' last night went away satisfied. Betty Compson made the trip to England from America for the sole purpose of starring in this British production and Clive Brook was the leading man. There are many dramatic moments in the picture,…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-10-22 - 1924-10-25
Summary:

A British super-production, Betty Compson and Clive Brook in 'Woman to Woman,' produced by Graham Cutts at Shepherd's Bush Studio, London. At ordinary prices. Booking at the Theatre. October 22 Remarks: Another ad. on page 4. October 24 Remarks: 'Woman to Woman' is an…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-06-10 - 1924-06-10
Summary:

A super British picture of the year, 'Milestones,' produced by Samuelson Film Co., with the famous British stars, Campbell Gullan, Owen Nares, Winifred Delevanti, Hubert Harben, Isobel Elsom, Ernest Graham, Minna Grey, Mary Lincoln and Esme Hubbard.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-06-10 - 1924-06-14
Summary:

A superb British picture of the year, 'Milestones' produced by Samuelson Film Co. with the famous British stars, Campbell Gullan, Owen Nares, Winifred Delevanti, Hubert Harben, Isobel Elson [sic], Ernest Graham, Minna Grey, Mary Lincoln and Esme Hubbard.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-06-11 - 1924-06-14
Summary:

Wed. 11th to Sat. 14th at 5.15 & 9.15 p.m., Samuelson presents Campbell Gullan, Owen Nares, Winfred [sic] Delevanti, Hubert Harben, Isobel Elsom, Ernest Graham, Minna Grey, Esme Hubbard and Mary Lincoln, in 'Milestones,' in 9 parts.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-06-18 - 1912-06-22
Summary:

The White Slave' will be shown for a few nights only; Performance by Graham & Dent

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-06-11 - 1924-06-14
Summary:

Wednesday 11th to Saturday 14th at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Samuel Son [sic] presents 'Milestones,' a superb British picture in 9 parts with the following famous stars: Campbell Gullan, Winifred Delevanti, Owen Nares, Hubert Harben, Isobel Elsom, Ernest Graham, Mary Lincoln, Minna Grey and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-06-27