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: 1918-02-02 - 1918-02-05
Summary:

Tonight, showing: 5th and 6th episodes, 'Gloria's Romance' and Keystone comics. Wednesday, 6th February, see: another Universal feature in 7 parts, 'Little Brother of the Rich.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-02-06 - 1918-02-06
Summary:

6th, 7th and 8th February, screening 'Little Brother of the Rich,' a dramatic masterpiece complete in seven parts. Also interesting comics. Saturday, 9th February, see 7th and 8th episodes of 'Gloria's Romance.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-02-07 - 1918-02-08
Summary:

Tonight, screening: 'Little Brother of the Rich,' a dramatic masterpiece, complete in 7 parts. Also interesting comics. Saturday, 9th February, see: 7th and 8th episodes, 'Gloria's Romance.'

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Headline: Empire Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-09-11 - 1918-09-12
Summary:

11th and 12th September, 9.15 performance, showing 'Little Brother of the Rich' in 7 parts, and comics. Full orchestra in attendance. Dress circle, 50 cents; first-class, 30 cents; second-class, 20 cents.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-03-20 - 1919-03-22
Summary:

Creighton Hale and Gladys Hulette in 'Annexing Bill.' Payment in full, see Stub and Buras in the screaming comedy. 'A Little Brother of the Rich' featuring Hobart Bosworth with Jane Novak and Hobart Henley. Booking at Anderson's.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-03-20 - 1919-03-22
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., Creighton Hale and Gladys Hulette in 'Annexing Bill.' 'Payment in Full,' see Stub [sic] and Burns in this screaming comedy. Sunday matinee, 23rd March at 6 p.m., 'A Little Brother of the Rich' featuring Hobart Bosworth with Jane Novak and…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-03-20 - 1919-03-22
Summary:

Tonight 9.15 p.m., Creighton Hale and Gladys Hulette in 'Annexing Bill.' Here is a fine example of what a light romantic comedy should be. A spirited romance and an elemental plot closely knit and splendidly arranged so that the tense interest is sustained right up to the last minute.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-08-05
Summary:

Wild Cat of Paris' a 6-parts melodrama will be screened at the Hongkong Theatre tomorrow. The film starred Priscilla Dean. A special 6-part picture 'A Little Brother of the Rich' will also be shown. Gazette news will also be screened.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-08-06
Summary:

The censor has passed one of the most melodramatic films in 'The Wild Cat [sic] of Paris' which is being shown at the Hongkong Theatre over the weekend. It is a play in six parts in which the world-famous star Priscilla Dean takes the leading role in a strong cast. Another attraction…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-11-05 - 1923-11-06
Summary:

Mon. 5th & Tue. 6th November at 5.15 p.m. & 9.15 p.m., 'Election of President Tsao Kun,' and Herbert Rawlinson in 'Fools and Riches.' Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-11-05 - 1923-11-06
Summary:

Monday 5th and Tuesday 6th November at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'Election of President Tsao Kun.' Also Herbert Rawlinson in 'Fools and Riches.' Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.

12
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-11-05
Summary:

Fools and Riches,' starring Herbert Rawlinson, is being shown at the World Theatre. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-11-05
Summary:

Fools and Riches,' the Universal photoplay starring Herbert Rawlinson, which had its first local showing at the World Theatre yesterday. It is the type of play that is especially popular because it creates a 'happy' atmosphere. Herbert Rawlinson is the debonair Universal star. The…

14
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-11-05 - 1923-11-06
Summary:

Monday 5th and Tuesday 6th November at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'Election of President Tsao Kun.' Also Herbert Rawlinson with a magnificent supporting cast in 'Fools and Riches.' Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-12-18 - 1923-12-19
Summary:

Tonight and tomorrow at 5.30 & 9.15, see Herbert Rawlinson in 'Fools & Riches.'

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-12-18 - 1923-12-19
Summary:

Tonight and tomorrow at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., Herbert Rawlinson in 'Fools and Riches.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-12-18
Summary:

Fools and Riches' the Herbert Rawlinson features showing tonight at the Star, is the story of a happy go lucky fellow, a victim of too much wealth, whose idea was that it was his duty to spend all the money his father had amassed.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-12-18
Summary:

Tonight, Star Theatre will be screening the Herbert Rawlinson feature entitled 'Fools and Riches.' Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-12-18
Summary:

Fools and Riches,' Universal attraction which comes to the Star Theatre today, was especially written for Herbert Rawlinson, and that popular romantic hero of the screen is said never to have had a better vehicle for his versatile ability. Film synopsis included. The story is written by…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-12-18 - 1923-12-18
Summary:

The Star: Tonight and tomorrow at 5.15 and 9.15, Herbert Rawlinson in 'Fools and Riches.' There is always a good show at the Coronet: Showing today and tomorrow at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Norma Talmadge in 'The Eternal Flame.' The Grand: Two nights only at 9.15 p.m.,…