A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Flickers
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-04-28
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-12-23
Summary:

The Star are offering Xmas programme included: 'R.U.R' production, who will give a rendition of 'Scrooge' assisted by a choir of clever boys; Jack Pickford in 'Bill Apperson's Boy'; Buster Keaton's 'The Boat.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-12-24 - 1923-12-26
Summary:

Charles Olive supported by a talented boys' choir in 'Scrooge,' Jack Pickford in 'Bill Apperson's Boy,' and Buster Keaton in 'The Boat.' Usual times & prices.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-12-24 - 1923-12-24
Summary:

There is always a good show at the Coronet: Commencing today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., all the kids in filmland in 'Penrod.' Illustration included. A Xmas carol at the Star: Charles Olive supported by a talented boys' choir in 'Scrooge,' Jack Pickford in '…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-12-24
Summary:

The Star is offering a first-class programme over Christmas. Probably the most novel and welcome item on the bill is Chas. Olive, late principal in the 'R. U. R.' production, who will give a rendition of 'Scrooge,' assisted by a choir of clever boys. The Theatre will also be…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-12-24
Summary:

The Star in Kowloon is following up one big bill with a list of attractions even bigger. Jack Pickford is the film offering 'Bill Apperson's Boy.' Mr. Pickford shares the picture honours with Buster Keaton. 'The Boat' is considered Buster's best to date. An original…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-12-24 - 1923-12-24
Summary:

There is always a good show at the Coronet: Commencing today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, all the Kids in the filmland in 'Penrod.' A Xmas carol at the Star: Charles Olive supported by a talented boys' choir in 'Scrooge.' Also Jack Pickford in 'Bill Apperson's…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-12-25 - 1923-12-27
Summary:

There is always a good show at the Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., all the kids in filmland in 'Penrod.' A Xmas carol at the Star: Charles Olive supported by a talented boys' choir in 'Scrooge,' Jack Pickford in 'Bill Apperson's Boy' and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-12-25
Summary:

Mr. Chas Olive, who distinguished himself with his presentation of Radius, the Robot, in 'R.U.R.,' offered a novel 'turn' at the Star last night when he appeared in 'Scrooge' from Dicken's Christmas Carols. The film programme gave satisfaction. Jack Pickford…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-12-26 - 1923-12-26
Summary:

There is always a good show at the Coronet: Commencing today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, all the Kids in the filmland in 'Penrod.' A Xmas carol at the Star: Charles Olive supported by a talented boys' choir in 'Scrooge.' Also Jack Pickford in 'Bill Apperson's…

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Headline: The Queen's
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-11-08 - 1924-11-14
Summary:

Nov. 11-14, 20% of grosstaking at 9.15 p.m. performance on these four days will be donated by us to Earl Haig's Fund for Ex-service Men showing a Paramount superproduction, 'Bought and Paid For' with Agnes Hyres & Jack Holt. November 14 Remarks: Tomorrow at all shows, Jackie…

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Headline: The Queen's
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-08 - 1924-11-14
Summary:

November 11, 12, 13 and 14, 20% of gross taking at 9.15 p.m. performance on these four days will be donated by us to Earl Haig's fund for ex-servicemen, showing a Paramount super-production, 'Bought and Paid For' with Agnes Ayres and Jack Holt. Come and enjoy a good picture and…

13
Headline: The Queen's
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-08 - 1924-11-14
Summary:

November 11, 12, 13 and 14 at 9.15 p.m., performance on these four days will be donated by us to Earl Haig's fund for 'ex-servicemen' showing a Paramount super-production, 'Bought and Paid For' with Agnes Ayres and Jack Holt. Come and enjoy a good picture and help to…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-10
Summary:

George Broadhurst's 'Bought and Paid For,' now has the William de Mille screen version of it, which comes to the Queen's Theatre today. Paramount stars Agnes Ayres and Jack Holt are the lead, with supporting included Walter Hiers, Leah [sic] Wyant and George Kuwa. The…

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Headline: The Queen's
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-11 - 1924-11-12
Summary:

Showing now November 11th to 14th at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'Bought and Paid For,' a William DeMille production, with Agnes Ayres and Jack Holt, presented by Adolph Zukor, a Paramount picture. Be patriotic! Patronise our show as 20% of takings of 9.15 p.m. performances is…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-11
Summary:

George Broadhurst's 'Bought and Paid For,' now has the William de Mille screen version of it, which comes to the Queen's Theatre today, probably will thrill even more effectively. Paramount stars Agnes Ayres and Jack Holt are the lead, with supporting included Walter Hiers,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-11
Summary:

A play that has never failed to thrill is George Broadhurst's 'Bought and Paid For,' which comes to the Queen's Theatre today. It needs only to be said that the picture follows the story of the play with faithful exactitude. Heading a popular cast are the popular Paramount…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-12
Summary:

Bought and Paid For,' featuring Agnes Ayres and Jack Holt, which William de Mille has translated to the screen as a Paramount picture, from the famous stage success by George Broadhurst, was shown at the Queen's Theatre. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-12
Summary:

Bought and Paid For,' featuring Agnes Ayres and Jack Holt, which William de Mille has translated to the screen as a Paramount picture, from the stage success by George Broadhurst. The picture was shown to delighted audiences at the Queen's Theatre last night. Film synopsis included.…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-14 - 1924-11-14
Summary:

Last performances today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., 20% of gross taking of 9.15 p.m. is donated to Earl Haig's Fund, showing a Paramount super-production, 'Bought and Paid For' with Agnes Ayres and Jackie Holt. Tomorrow all shows, Jack Coogan in 'Daddy,' a brand…