A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-05-24
Summary:

There is soon to be offered to the picture-going public of Hongkong, a sensational picture entitled 'Tarzan of the Apes.' A China Mail reporter had a chance to attend a private show in Coronet yesterday and provided details for this film. This picture will be followed by a sequel:…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-06
Summary:

The screening of Ambassador Gerard's famous 'Four Years in Germany' [sic], adapted from his book. The picture is being screened in the City Hall on Saturday and Monday evenings, as the Coronet Theatre accommodation being considered inadequate.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-09
Summary:

The consensus of opinion of those who saw 'My Four Years in Germany' at the theatre Royal on Saturday night was that the management of the Coronet has done us a good turn by bringing this film to Hongkong. This picture has given a decided flip to the 'Lest We Forget' feeling…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-06-12 - 1919-06-18
Summary:

The Coronet presents Ambassador James W. Gerard's 'My Four Years in Germany' for three nights only. Booking at Robinson's.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-12 - 1919-06-18
Summary:

Ambassador James W. Gerard's 'My Four Years in Germany' for three nights only. Time and price details included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-12 - 1919-06-14
Summary:

The Coronet presents Ambassador James W. Gerard's 'My Four Years in Germany' for three nights only as follows: Friday, June 13th, at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m.; Saturday, June 14th, at 2.15, 5.15 and 9.15 p.m.; Sunday, June 15th, at 6 p.m. and 9.15 p.m. Prices: 9.15 p.m., $2.00 and $1.00…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-16
Summary:

At the Coronet Theatre during the Weekend large houses witnessed the production of 'My Four Years in Germany' (the experiences of Ambassador J. W. Gerard up to the time of the U. S. entering the war). Film reviews included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-16 - 1919-06-18
Summary:

The Coronet presents Ambassador James W. Gerard's 'My Four Years in Germany' for three nights more at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. Prices: 9.15 p.m., $2.00 and $1.00; 5.15 p.m., $1.00 and 60 cents. Booking for 9.15 p.m. at Robinson's.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-01-08
Summary:

Today's attraction at the Coronet Theatre promises to be one of the most interesting feature films which has been presented on the local screen for many a long day. Entitled 'The Master Man,' it shows a combination of intrigue and tragedy. The original story is by F. X. James, and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-11-09 - 1920-11-09
Summary:

Never a film like this as absolute novelty, unique, different. 16 kinds of animal actors in 'Back to God's Country,' adapted from the story 'Wapi, the Walrus' by James Oliver Curwood, a First National attraction. Illustration included.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-11-09 - 1920-11-13
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, First National Production, 'Back to God's Country.' November 9 Remarks: On page 5, another ad. on 'Back to God's Country,' adapted from 'Wapi, the Walrus' by James Oliver Curwood. Plot and illustration included. November 13…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-11-11 - 1920-11-11
Summary:

Are you tired of commonplace films? Then see this one, 'Back to God's Country' adopted from the story by James Oliver Curwood, featuring the brilliant Nell Shipman. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-05-07 - 1921-05-10
Summary:

James Oliver Curwood's 'Isobel or The Trail's End' with House Peters and Jane Novak. It's an Edwin Carewe production. Remarks: Illustrations included.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-05-07 - 1921-05-10
Summary:

At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, James Oliver Curwood's 'Isobel or The Trail's End,' with House Peters and Jane Novak, an Edwin Carewe production. Illustration included.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-05-07 - 1921-05-07
Summary:

We now present, with the utmost confidence, 'Isobel' from James Oliver Curwood's novel of the same name. We defy the most critical to find a flaw in the whole picture. Come and see it tonight at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-05-07
Summary:

James Oliver Curwood's latest story of the Northland, 'Isobel, or The Trail's End,' is now available at the Coronet Theatre for a run of several days. This film drama is a product of Edwin Carewe, and is presented with a cast which features House Peters and Jane Novak.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-05-07
Summary:

One of the most talented casts whichever portrayed a James Oliver Curwood story on the screen is to be found in 'Isobel or The Trail's End,' which opens a run in Coronet Theatre. The film starred House Peters and Jane Novak. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-05-09
Summary:

The production notes, synopsis and review of James Oliver Curwood's famous novel adaption 'Isobel or The Trail's End,' an Edwin Carewe production which features House Peters and Jane Novak. The film was shown in Coronet Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-06-10 - 1921-06-11
Summary:

A First National attraction, Marshall Neilan and James Oliver Curwood in 'The River's End,' at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m. Remarks: Film poster included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-06-10 - 1921-06-11
Summary:

At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, a First National attraction, Marshall Neilan presents 'The River's End' by James Oliver Curwood. Illustration included.