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: 1923-04-25 - 1923-04-28
Summary:

Wed. 25th to Sat. 28tj April at 5 & 9.15 p.m., The Great Fight for the Middlewieght Championship of Europe, Ted (Kid) Lewis v. Roland Todd. Also, Wanda Hawley in 'Her Sturdy Oak.' At 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., 'The Radio King,' Wed.-Fri. epis. 1 & 2; Sat.-Tue. epis. 3…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-08-08
Summary:

Star Theatre is screening 'The Habit' featuring Mildred Harris. Film synopsis included.

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Headline: World Theatre
Publication Date: 1923-04-24 - 1923-04-28
Summary:

Commencing Wed. the 25th, World Theatre is showing double attractions for four days only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. Wanda Hawley in 'Her Sturdy Oak.' Film plot included. And The Great Event of the Year in Europe, Ted (Kid) Lewis v. Roland Todd.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-03-11 - 1925-03-11
Summary:

Tonight, at the Star, Harry Lauder.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-07-20
Summary:

Film synopsis included. 'The Habit' of spending, is a story well told, containing many good thrills. It commences at the Coronet today. Mildred Harris took the leading role.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-07-21
Summary:

The big picture is a First National attraction, entitled 'The Habit,' featuring the popular Mildred Harris. 'The Habit' is the spending habit. How a young girl is cured of her spendthrift ways by means of a dream makes a rattling good film story and one which picture-goers…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-07-07
Summary:

World Theatre is currently screening the Universal photoplay 'Ride for Your Life' starring Hoot Gibson and Laura La Plante, who was recently made a star by Carl Laemmle. The comedy is directed by Edward Sedgwick and exhibits the picturesqueness of California's gold rush days. The…

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

For those who want to step out of the routine of workday life into the atmosphere of refreshing comedy, one can do no better than to recommend Hoot Gibson's new Universal western feature, 'Ride for Your Life,' now showing at the World Theatre. Edward Sedgwick, who directed the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-03-09
Summary:

The cast supporting Hoot Gibson in 'The Sawdust Trail,' his Universal starring feature at the Star Theatre today is of special note. Josie Sedgwick, famous as the leading woman in 'Jubilo,' plays the role of 'Calamity June,' the wild west cowgirl. Others in the cast…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-10-13
Summary:

The Victoria Theatre announces a special matinee this afternoon at 5 o'clock. The bill comprises a William Fox super production entitled 'Princess Romanoff' , a fine story of Russian aristocracy based on 'Fedon' by Victoria Sardou. Miss Nance O'Neil plays the part…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-04-23 - 1923-04-23
Summary:

The great fight for Ted (Kid) Lewis vs. Roland Todd. Also Wanda Hawley in 'Her Sturdy Oak.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-04-18 - 1921-04-21
Summary:

Today till Thursday, 'Pirate Gold,' episode 3 and 4, Pathe Review, Harry Pollard Comedy and British Gazette.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-10-13
Summary:

A special holiday programme has been framed by the enterprising management of the Victoria Theatre for the enjoyment of the public. The super William Fox production 'Princess Romanoff,' starring Nance O'Neil, will be on the boards. The plot is based on 'Fedora' by…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1898-04-07 - 1898-04-07
Summary:

Carl Hertz's performance tomorrow (Good Friday). Booking at the Robinson Piano Co. Harry Lyons is the Agent.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1902-05-03 - 1902-05-03
Summary:

The Company will open on Thursday, 8th May, at the Theatre Royal. Watch future advertisements. Harry Gray is the Business Manager.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1902-05-10 - 1902-05-10
Summary:

First grand change of programme with 12 star artists. Harry Gray is the Business Manager. Box plan at the Robinson Piano Co.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1902-05-09 - 1902-05-09
Summary:

Enthusiastic reception of The Biograph, The Theatrephone and beautiful illustrated songs with 12 star artists. Booking at the Robinson Piano Co. Harry Gray is the Business Manager.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1902-05-09 - 1902-05-09
Summary:

Enthusiastic reception of beautiful illustrated songs, the Biograph, the Theatrophone and 12 star artists. Harry Gray is the Business Manager. Box plan at the Robinson Piano Co.

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Headline: The Victoria
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-10-15 - 1919-10-17
Summary:

Tonight, 'The Lightning Raider' episodes 13 and 14 ('The White Roses' and 'Clear of Guilt'). Also well-selected News Budget and comics. October 15 Remarks: Today's matinee, 'Todd of the Times.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1902-05-10 - 1902-05-10
Summary:

First grand change of programme, with 12 star artists. Everything refined and up-to-date. Booking at the Robinson Piano Co. Harry Gray is the Business Manager.