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: 1922-10-30 - 1922-10-31
Summary:

Today 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., Fred Stone in 'Johnny-Get-Your-Gun.' Tomorrow, no performance owing to the Star Theatre being hired by the Japanese Community for the celebration of the Birthday of H. I. J. M. Wednesday to Thursday, Ethel Clayton in 'Pettigrew's Girl.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-05-17
Summary:

Over $200,000 was spent in the production of 'The Sporting Duchess,' which is to be shown at the Star Theatre, Kowloon, for the first time this evening. The cast supporting Alice Joyce is one of the largest and most talented that has been gathered around the star in recent years. The…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-07-12
Summary:

Last night, Star Theatre staged the Italian Grand Opera Company which presented 'Carmen' featuring Mlle. Vornos as the central character. The play got an enthusiastic appreciation, specially Vornos' performance and Scamuzzi's ballet. The Orchestra was under the direction of…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-07-25
Summary:

A very enjoyable variety entertainment was given in the ballroom of the Club Lusitano last evening. Some fine local talent was assembled. Leeds and Le Mar, whose short run at the Star Theatre, Kowloon, recently attracted many theatre-goers. The sketch entitled 'Tit bits' was in…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-08-02
Summary:

Below the Deadline,' is the Star Attraction commencing today, which is starred by J. B. Warner and Bert Sprotte.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-08-02
Summary:

Below the Dead Line,' commencing at the Star today, is pure melodrama, but the story is given dignity. Film synopsis included. J.B. Warner, as the Donovan of the police, and Bert Sprotte as the gang leader, are two main roles. Lillian Biron's attractive personality in this film is…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-08-03
Summary:

Below The Deadline,' is now running at Star Theatre, which is starred by J. B. Warner and Bert Sprotte. Short review included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-08-03
Summary:

Star Theatre is screening a fine melodrama entitled 'Below the Dead Line' featuring J. B. Warner and Bert Sprotte. It is a story of warfare between crooks of the underworld and those responsible for keeping law and order.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-08-03
Summary:

The Star Theatre's present programme provides a rattling good entertainment. The feature film is a melodrama, 'Below the Dead Line.' J.B. Warner takes the role of the police, while Bert Sprotte takes the role of the gang leader.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-08-15 - 1923-08-18
Summary:

Today at 5.30 & 9.15, Don G. Merle, the great society entertainer and magician, and 'The Silver Car.' August 15 Remarks: Photo of Don G. Merle included. August 18 Remarks: Earle Williams in 'The Silver Car.' Tomorrow at 6 & 9.15 p.m., 'Hunting Big Game in Africa…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-08-16 - 1923-08-17
Summary:

Today at 5.30 and 9.15, Don G. Merle, the great society entertainer and magician, and 'The Silver Car.' Prices: matinee $1.00 and 60 cents; soiree $1.50 and $1.00. August 16 Remarks: Another ad. on page 5. Earle Williams in 'The Silver Car.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-08-16
Summary:

Star Theatre is set to host Don. G. Merle, society entertainer and magician. Mr. Merle barely uses any apparatus for his illusions and engages the audience with his jokes and commentary. After having a successful show at the Grand Opera House, Calcutta, Mr. Merle promises numerous new tricks in…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-08-16 - 1923-08-17
Summary:

Today at 5.30 and 9.15, Don G. Merle, the great society entertainer and magician. Also 'The Silver Car.' Prices: matinee $1.00 and 60 cents; soiree $1.50 and $1.00.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-08-17
Summary:

Don G. Merie, the illusionist, opened his season at the Star Theatre yesterday. Also with film attraction, 'The Silver Car,' starred by Earle Williams in the lead.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-08-17
Summary:

Yesterday, Don G. Merle performed at Star Theatre. Using practically no apparatus, Mr. Merle kept the audience engaged with his jokes and commentary. The film attraction, 'The Silver Car,' featuring Earle Williams, proved a real thriller.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-08-18 - 1923-08-18
Summary:

Today only at 5.30 and 9.15, Don G. Merle, the great society entertainer and magician, and Earle Williams in 'The Silver Car.' Tomorrow at 6 and 9.15 p.m., 'Hunting Big Game in Africa.' Prices: matinee $1.00 and 60 cents; soiree $1.50 and $1.00.

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

Tonight at 5.30 and 9.15, for the last time, Don G. Merle, the merry magician. Tomorrow at 6 and 9.15 p.m., 'Hunting Big Game in Africa.' Matinees, $1.00 and 60 cents; soirees, $1.50 and $1.00.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-14
Summary:

Jimmy Wallingford, son of the famous but notorious J. Rufus Wallingford, of 'Get Rich Quick' fame, is the main character in the film offering at The Star tonight. Mr. Randolph Chester, the author of the Wallingford stories, decided to let Jimmy grow up, and in 'The Son of…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-10-25 - 1923-10-27
Summary:

Tonight, the J. W. William Company in a Grand Vaudeville Show. With at 5.15, 'Skinner's Dress Suit,' a laughable comedy. At 9.30, Firpo v. McAuliffe, and Willard v. Johnson [sic].

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-10-25 - 1923-10-27
Summary:

Tonight, the J. C. Williams Coy. in a grand vaudeville show with at 5.15, 'Skinner's Dress Suit,' a laughable comedy; at 9.30, Firpo vs. McAuliffe and Willard vs. Johnson, as good as being at the ringside.