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: 1924-05-08
Summary:

For the last time tonight, 'Daughters of the Rich' will be screened at the Queen's Theatre. Tomorrow, Irene Castle, the popular film star will be seen in 'Slim Shoulders.'

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-10-04 - 1924-10-04
Summary:

Irene Rich and Monte Blue in 'Lucretia Lombard.' Last show today, by all means see it.

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-08
Summary:

For the last time tonight that fine production 'Daughters of the Rich' will be shown at the Queen's Theatre. The programme also includes a light comedy entitled 'The Sailor.' Tomorrow, Irene Castle will be seen in 'Slim Shoulders.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-11-19 - 1923-11-19
Summary:

Today only at 5.15 and 9.15, Irene Rich in 'The Call of Home.' Also Harold Lloyd in 'Move On.' Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Headline: Rags to Riches
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-03-26 - 1924-03-27
Summary:

Teaser ads for the film 'Rags to Riches.' The ads didn't mention the theatre's name, surmised from other ads. March 27 Remarks: Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-11-19 - 1923-11-19
Summary:

Today only at 5.15 p.m. & 9.15 p.m., Irene Rich in 'The Call of Home,' and Harrold [sic] Lloyd in 'Move On.' Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-04-01
Summary:

Among the best examples of human interest, Hongkong has yet seen is now showing at the Coronet Theatre in 'Rags to Riches,' little Wesley Barry's picture. Blending amusement with excitement and leavening the whole with some realism, 'Rags to Riches' is a picture that…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-06-10 - 1924-06-12
Summary:

Commencing 10th to 12th June at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., House Peters and Irene Rich in 'Unseen Forces.' Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-11-19 - 1923-11-19
Summary:

Today only at 5.15 p.m. and 9.15 p.m., Irene Rich supported by a remarkable cast in 'The Call of Home.' Also Harold Lloyd in 'Move On.' Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.

10
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-06-10 - 1924-06-12
Summary:

Commencing 10th to 12th June at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., House Peters and Irene Rich in 'Unseen Forces.' Usual prices. Booking at theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-06-10 - 1924-06-12
Summary:

Commencing 10th to 12th June at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., House Peters and Irene Rich in 'Unseen Forces.' Usual prices. Booking at 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.

13
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-07
Summary:

Daughters of the Rich,' directed by Gasnier, is showing at the Queen's Theatre. It is expected as a sequel of 'Rich Men's Wives' and 'Poor Men's Wives.' Another screening is a comedy entitled 'The Sailor.'

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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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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-10-01 - 1924-10-04
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15, Irene Rich and Monte Blue in 'Lucretia Lombard,' a Warner Bros. classic. Also British Gazette, Felix Tries for Treasure (Inkwell Cartoon) and 'His New Papa' (Mermaid Comedy). Increased prices. October 4 Remarks: Illustration included.

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

Rags to Riches,' little Wesley Barry's big picture which comes to the Coronet Theatre this evening. Film plot included.

17
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-11-30
Summary:

Desperate Trails,' is showing at the World Theatre. It is a good picture in every respect, with Harry Carey and Irene Rich in the principal roles. Film synopsis included. The Screen Magazine is shown, also a good comedy. At the matinees at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., two further episodes of '…

18
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-03-11
Summary:

World Theatre is screening 'Defying Destiny' featuring Irene Rich. The cast also includes Jackie Saunders, Russell Simpson and Tully Marshall.

19
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-01-17
Summary:

Today at the Coronet – 'Cytherea,' the Goddess of Love and the idol of pictures, Lewis S. Stone, take a great part as Lee Randon. The picture also starred Irene Rich and Norman Kerry. Film plot included.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-03-09 - 1925-03-10
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15, Constance Talmadge in 'The Beauty Shop.' Starting Wednesday next, Monte Blue and Irene Rich in 'Defying Destiny.' By special request, romantic 'Koenigsmark.'