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: 1923-06-04 - 1923-06-04
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Mildred Harris in 'Old Dad,' 'Shanghai Races, May 1923,' by courtesy of B. A. T. and Screen Magazine. The Star: Adele Blood in 'Anna Christie.' Tickets: $3, $2 and $1. Booking at Moutrie's. 5.30 matinee, Mary…

2
Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-07-27 - 1923-07-28
Summary:

Friday and Saturday, July 27 and 28 at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., Mr. and Mrs. Carter DeHaven in 'Twin Beds.' Also B. A. T. Co.'s town topics screen snapshots.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-08-18
Summary:

Hunting Big Game in Africa,' which is being shown over the weekend at the Star Theatre. H. A. and Sidney Snow, the two explorers faced constant danger to secure this production.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-08-20 - 1923-08-20
Summary:

The Coronet: Tonight till Friday, 'Nanook of the North.' Four times daily at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15. The Star: Tonight at 5.30 and 9.15, 'Hunting Big Game in Africa with Gun and Camera' by H. A. Snow. Matinee, $1.00 and 60 cents; soiree, $1.50 and $1.00. Illustration…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-11-26
Summary:

Signor A. Carpi the well-known impresario, has arranged to bring his Italian Grand Opera Company to Kowloon for a short season, and will open at the Star Theatre on Saturday next, December 1, with 'Il Trovatore,' the role of Leonora being played by Mlle, Isabelatta Sanshes etc.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-12-01 - 1923-12-13
Summary:

For a short season only, commencing tonight at 9.15, A. Carpi presents the Italian Grand Opera Co. with the largest combination of principals that has ever toured the Orient. Prices $3.00 and $2.00.Plans at Anderson's. Programme list included. December 7 Remarks: Sunday, December 9 to…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-02-12 - 1924-02-15
Summary:

Today at 5.30 p.m., Kowloon Dock A. D. C. presents The Rajah of Rajahpore. Tonight at 9.15, Douglas McClean [sic] in 'One a Minute.'

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-02-16 - 1924-02-16
Summary:

Today at 5.30 p.m., Douglas MacLean in 'One a Minute.' At 9.15 p.m., Kowloon Docks A. D. C. presents The Rajah of Rajahpore. Sunday at 6 p.m., 'The Faith Healer' (another 'Miracle Man'). At 9.15 p.m., orchestral concert.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-02-28
Summary:

Sir J. M. Barrie's 'Sentimental Tommy' starring Gareth Hughes and May MacAvoy [sic], is likely to make many friends at the Star. For Sunday next is 'The Quaint,' Mr. R. B. Salisbury's band in their success 'Underground to Anywhere.'

10
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-02-29 - 1924-02-29
Summary:

One night only, Sunday, March 2nd at 9.15 p.m., farewell performance in the colony, R. B. Salisbury in conjunction with Theatrical Enterprises presents R. B. Salisbury Company, The Quaints, in their greatest of all comedies, Underground to Anywhere. Booking at Moutrie's and the Star. Prices…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-03-28 - 1924-03-31
Summary:

Sunday to Wednesday, twice daily at 5.30 and 9.15, the sensation of the Manila Carnival, Peter the Great (Peter Limutkin), the strongest man in all the world. $1000 reward for anyone that can perform these remarkable feats: lifting 30 men, bending R. R. rails, seven-passenger Buick fully loaded…

12
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-10 - 1924-05-14
Summary:

Commencing tonight at 9.15, R. B. Salisbury's London Comedy Company, 'The Quaints' in the latest London comedy success, with the original costumes and scenery from The Little Theatre, London. Programme list included. Popular prices: $3, $2 and $1. Booking at Moutrie's and The…

13
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-12
Summary:

Crowd house at the Star Theatre on Saturday night, with 'The Quaints' return to Hongkong. Performers included Mr. R. B. Salisbury, Miss Mavis French, George Curzon and Miss Olive Turner.

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Headline: Cinema Notes
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-22
Summary:

The Virginian' is to be screened at the Queen's Theatre. 'Something to Think About,' directed by Cecil B. DeMille, starred by Elliott Dexter, will be screened at the Star. Film plot included. 'Kindred of the Dust' opened at Coronet Theatre today. The film starred…

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Headline: Cinema Notes
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-23
Summary:

The Virginians' is to be screened at the Queen's Theatre. Film plot included. 'Something To Think About,' directed by Cecil B. de Mille, was put on at the Star Theatre last night. Gloria Swanson gives a clever performance. 'Kindred of the Dust,' showing at the…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-06-21 - 1924-06-21
Summary:

Last time today at 5.30 and 9.15, William S. Hart in 'The Toll Gate.' Also Larry Semon in 'A Pair of Kings' and B. A. T. China News, arrival of reception of American Fliers in Shanghai. Commencing Sunday, Rex Beach's 'The Iron Trail.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-07-17 - 1924-07-17
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Mark Twain's 'The Prince and the Pauper.' The Star: Today at 5.30 and 9.15, Sidney A. Franklin presents Sylvia Breamer in the 'Unseen Forces,' a First National picture. This picture has never been shown in Hongkong before…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-07-18 - 1924-07-19
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 5.15 and 9.15, Rudolph Valentino and Agnes Ayres in 'The Sheik.' Increased prices: $2.00 and 1.00. At 2.30 and 7.15 only, May Allison in 'The Walk-Offs.' Usual prices. The Star: Today at 5.30 and 9.15, Sidney A. Franklin presents Sylvia Breamer in the…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-07-28 - 1924-07-28
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, D. W. Griffith's 'Judith of Bethulia' with Blanche Sweet, Mae Marsh, Lillian Gish, Dorothy Gish, Robert Haron [sic] and Henry B. Walthal [sic]. Also B. A. T. Co's Chinese educational film, 'Safety First.' The Star:…