A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-09-20 - 1924-09-22
Summary:

Commencing tomorrow, 'The Night Message' with Gladys Hulette, Howard Truesdell and others. Usual prices. September 20 Remarks: Illustration included. September 22 Remarks: Monday till Thursday at 2.30 and 7.15, 'The Leather Pushers' round 21 and 'Hand of Vengeance'…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-09-23 - 1924-09-23
Summary:

Last performances today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'The Night Message' with an all-star cast including Gladys Hulette, Howard Truesdell and others. Commencing tomorrow, 'Where's My Wandering Boy Tonight?' Today till Thursday at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'The Leather Pushers…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-09-23 - 1924-09-27
Summary:

Last performance today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'The Night Message' with Gladys Hulette, Howard Truesdell and others. Commencing tomorrow, 'Where Is My Wandering Boy Tonight?' Today till Thursday at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'The Leather Pusher' round 21 and 'Hand of…

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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: 1925-10-09
Summary:

Keble Howard is interested in plays and films. His new farce, 'Lord Bass,' had a splendid reception in the provinces recently, with the author in the name part. If the right theatre can be obtained, the farce will be seen in London this side of Christmas. A film version of his novel…

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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: 1924-05-23
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1918-06-28
Summary:

Two popular songs, 'Keep the Home Fires Burning' and 'If You Were the Only Girl,' were the subject of an action in the King's Bench Division recently when an injunction was applied for and damage claimed by the 'Performing Rights' [sic] Society, Ltd.',…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-10-10 - 1923-10-10
Summary:

Johnnie Walker in 'Captain Fly-by-Night,' from the tale by Johnston McCulley, directed by William K. Howard. Illustration included.

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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…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-02-01
Summary:

The Pathe feature 'Dice of Destiny,' starring H. B. Warner, Howard Davies and Lillian Rich, is now being screened at the Coronet Theatre. Moreover, Mr. Davies made his first theatrical venture with Wilson Barrett in a revival of 'Lights of London.'

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-07-15 - 1924-07-18
Summary:

Commencing tomorrow, 'Forgive and Forget,' with a distinguished cast including Estelle Taylor, Pauline Garon and Wyndham Standing. The picture everyone must see. July 17 Remarks: Presented by Howard M. Mitchell, produced by Harry Cohn. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-09
Summary:

The Lure of Egypt,' featuring Claire Adams, Robert McKim, Joseph Dowling, Maude Wayne and Carl Gantvoort, will be screened at the World Theatre on Friday. The film is directed by Howard Hickman, and is based on Norma Lorimer's novel, 'There was a King in Egypt.' Film synopsis…

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Headline: A Killer
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-12-27
Summary:

The Killer' the Benjamin B. Hampton-Pathe feature is showing in the World Theatre. The film was directed by Howard Hickman and interpreted by a cast headed by Frank Campeau, Claire Adams, Jack Conway, little Frankie Lee, Tod Sloan, Edward Peil, Milton Ross, Frank Hayes. Film synopsis…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-12-27
Summary:

A killer of fiction, not history, is introduced in Benjamin B. Hampton's picturization of Stewart Edward White's novel, 'The Killer.' It is showing at the World Theatre today, with Frank Campeau interpreting the role. The action of 'The Killer' takes place in Los…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-12-17
Summary:

The great attraction at the Victoria Theatre just now, besides the excellent pictures, is the Howard Sisters.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-03-20 - 1914-03-20
Summary:

Performance by 'Jessie Howard' and 'Baby Stella'; a fine selection of pictures including 'Pathe's Gazette.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-12-30 - 1912-12-30
Summary:

Performance by Howard Sisters and Nellie Maher for three nights only; Coming picure: 'Dante's Inferno'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-12-10
Summary:

The Howard Sisters are appearing at the Victoria Theatre. The films are as interesting as ever, and the whole performance is most enjoyable.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-05-06 - 1913-05-07
Summary:

Films screenings including 'The Usurer' and 'Les Miserables'; Singing and dancing performance by The Howard Sisters