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: 1925-03-19 - 1925-03-19
Summary:

When love failed, fate was heroic. Carl Laemmle's Universal-Jewel production of 'The Gaiety Girl,' from I. A. R. Wylie's novel, starring Mary Philbin.

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Headline: At the World
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-03-21 - 1925-03-21
Summary:

Carl Laemmle presents a Universal-Jewel classic, 'The Gaiety Girl,' adapted from I. A. R. Wylie's novel, starring Mary Philbin. Showing together with 'Winning His Way,' first of the new series of fight films with Jack Dempsey. March 21 Remarks: Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-03-20
Summary:

London's quaint old Gaiety Theatre, whose tone of individuality is known all over the theatrical world, was reproduced at Universal City, and Mary Philbin took her first bow over the 'footlights' of its stage, in 'The Gaiety Girl,' now playing at the World Theatre. It is…

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Headline: R. A. Xmas Tree
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-12-25
Summary:

W. A. Passby, C. R. A., officers and ladies were at the R. A. Theatre. There was a cinema show produced by the Pathe Cinema Company.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-03-19
Summary:

World Theatre will be screening the Universal production 'The Gaiety Girl.' The film is the screen version of I. A. R. Wylie's 'The Inheritors.' The film features Mary Philbin who is famous for her work in productions like 'Merry-Go-Round,' 'Fool's…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1912-12-23
Summary:

The R. A. married families from Victoria, Stonecutters, Lyemun and Kowloon were on Saturday entertained to 'high tea' in the R.A. Theatre on the occasion of the Annual X'mas Tree. A pleasing feature of the entertainment was a series of moving pictures thrown on the screen by…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-03-19
Summary:

The romantic love story is the play in which Mary Philbin is at her very best.' This statement, by King Baggot, seems borne out in her three biggest successes of the screen; 'Merry-Go-Round,' 'Fool's Highway,' and her last 'The Gaiety Girl,' Universal…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-12-28
Summary:

The Misses Aileen and DorisWoods will entertain a large number of soldiers at the R. A. Theatre tomorrow night. The men attending from Stonecutters will have a special launch and those from Lyeemun will be converted back by special tram.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-04-13 - 1922-04-13
Summary:

Today at 9.15, Saturday at 5.45 and 9.15, R. A. Walsh presents 'The Deep Purple,' a 7-part romance of love, hope, intrigue, villainy, justice and happiness.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-12-20
Summary:

A very interesting paper on 'The Evolution of Publicity' was given yesterday evening by Mr. B. Wylie before members of the Taikoo Literary Society. Use of the Cinema: Mr. Wylie talked about widespread usage and importance of cinematograph. He mentioned that starting from a being a…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-16 - 1921-11-16
Summary:

Today and tomorrow at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents R. A. Walsh's drama, 'Betrayed' with Miriam Cooper, a thriller mixed with sobs and laughs.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-29 - 1921-08-01
Summary:

Friday 29th July to Monday 1st August, at 9.15 p.m., R. A. Walsh's greatest and most sensational drama, 'The Woman and the Law' in 7 parts, presented by William Fox. Miss Cora Williams and Co. in an entire change of programme. 5.15 p.m., 'The Merchant of Venice' in 6…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1910-12-03 - 1910-12-07
Summary:

A complete change of programme and pictures. Vaudeville performances by Miss A. M. Carrington, Mr. F. Burgess, Mr. R. H. Stephenson; Price details included

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1910-12-08 - 1910-12-09
Summary:

A complete change of programme and pictures. Vaudeville performances by Miss Vera Ferace, Miss A. M. Carrington, Mr. F. Burgess, Mr. R. H. Stephenson; Price details included

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-09-15 - 1922-09-18
Summary:

Today 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents R. A. Walsh's 'The Silent Lie' featuring Miriam Cooper. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Charles Hutchison in 'Double Adventure' episodes 3 and 4. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-09-15 - 1922-09-18
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents R. A. Walsh's new photodrama, 'The Silent Lie,' featuring Miriam Cooper. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Charles Hutchison in 'Double Adventure' episodes 3 and 4. Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-12-07 - 1911-12-15
Summary:

Performance by Miss Kitty Delavale, Miss Eileen Murray and the latest photoplay; 7.15 p.m. pictures only

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-12-16 - 1911-12-18
Summary:

The latest pictures every evening at 9.15 p.m.; Performer: Miss Eileen Murray; 7.15 p.m. pictures only

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-12-19 - 1912-01-01
Summary:

Cinematograph and vaudeville show every evening at 9.15 p.m., a complete change of pictures, all new to Hongkong. Pathe latest Animated Gazette for one week only; Performer: Miss Eileen Murray