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: 1897-11-20
Summary:

At the Theatre Royal tonight, Miss Elsie Adair, assisted by several Hongkong amateurs, will give another performance. And fifteen views of the Jubilee procession will be shown on the vitascope. Mrs Jewell, and Miss Lee Jarvis, the celebrated comic opera prima donna, is to contribute several…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1908-07-17
Summary:

At the Victoria Cinematograph tonight a new programme will be given, and Miss Carmen, 'La Trianera,' will make her debut in Hongkong as a dancer. Extra electric fans keep the air cool, and the entertainment is good.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1908-07-22 - 1908-07-23
Summary:

Tonight and tomorrow night. 'The Black Princess.' The beautiful Miss Carmen 'La 'Trianera.' Two performances nightly. Schedule details included. Tickets can also be obtained at the Robinson Piano Co. Don't forget the address: Des Voeux Road (Pottinger Street Corner…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1908-07-24 - 1908-07-25
Summary:

Friday, Saturday and Sunday. 'The Black Princess' and 'The Bandits of Calabra.' The beautiful Miss Carmen 'La Trianera.' Two performances nightly. Schedule details included. Tickets can also be obtained at the Robinson Piano Co. Don't forget the address: Des…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1908-07-28 - 1908-08-06
Summary:

The Engel Troupe of Russian dancers. The beautiful Miss Carmen 'La Trianera.' Two performances nightly. Schedule details included. Tickets can also be obtained at the Robinson Piano Co. Don't forget the address: Des Voeux Road (Pottinger Street Corner).

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-04-07 - 1919-04-07
Summary:

Then his stepmother leaves him a million, and his girl relents. But he can't find the gunman and he does not want to die. He is Douglas Fairbanks. You are acquainted with his quality; she is Jewel Carmen, whom you liked so much in 'When a Man Sees Red.' The play is 'Flirting…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-05 - 1919-06-07
Summary:

For four nights' season, commencing tonight, Thursday, June 5th, 'Hands Up,' episode 7: 'Tossed Into the Torrent,' and episode 8: 'The Fatal Jewels.' Miss Phyllis Faye, the best known and youngest Australia's star in catchy songs and latest fancy dancings…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-04-17 - 1920-04-20
Summary:

Tonight, Douglas Fairbanks and Jewel Carmen in 'American Aristocracy' by W. D. [sic] Griffith.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-04-19
Summary:

A Triangle comedy-drama entitled 'American Aristocracy' is showing at the Hongkong Theatre. Douglas Fairbanks enacts the leading role in this high standard play, in five parts, and he is well supported by his leading lady Jewel Carmen.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-07-08
Summary:

Miss Elsie Janis, the well-known American actress, has been robbed of her jewellery, valued at £ 10600, while staying at the Seelbach Hotel in Lousiville, Kentucky.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-03-14 - 1921-03-17
Summary:

Today till Thursday at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Charlie Chaplin's famous 'Burlesque on Carmen' [sic]. Also 'The Law of the Border,' Coronet Review and British Gazette.

12
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-06-18 - 1921-06-21
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15, Universal-Jewel Film Co. presents 'The Wicked Darling' in 6 parts.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-07-16
Summary:

Memories of Jack London and Robert Louis Stevenson at their best will be revived at the Hongkong Theatre today when local theatre-goers will be given their first view of 'Under Crimson Skies,' by the Universal-Jewel production. The film starring Elmo Lincoln as the lead, supported by…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-07-23 - 1921-07-26
Summary:

Saturday to Tuesday, Universal-Jewel presents 'Shipwrecked Among Cannibals' in 6 parts.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-09-20 - 1921-09-22
Summary:

Tuesday 20th to Thursday 22nd at 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents Jewel Carmen in 'The Kingdom of Love,' the big New York stage success. Also Topical Budget and Comedies. Matinee programme: 5.15 p.m. Tuesday to Thursday, 'Merchant of Venice [sic]'; 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., '…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-09-21
Summary:

The drama 'The Kingdom of Love' from William Fax, featuring Jewel Carmen is now screening in the World Theatre. The management has engaged the services of Miss Mosolowa and Mr. Gordan in their latest Parisian Dances.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-10-01 - 1921-10-04
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15, Universal-Jewel presents the super production 'Sirens of the Sea.' Prices increased.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-10-05 - 1921-10-05
Summary:

There being no show at Kowloon tonight, the Kowloon Orchestra will augment that of the little house, where a special comedy programme will be presented including Charlie Chaplin in 'Carmen' [sic]. This programme is for one night only as the Kowloon Musicians return to their own theatre…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-10-13 - 1921-10-18
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. only, Miss Mildred Harris in 'Borrowed Clothes,' a Universal Jewel super-production.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-12-13 - 1921-12-15
Summary:

Today 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. today, Virginia Faire and Leonard Clapham in 'Under Northern Lights.' Eddie Lyons and Lee Moran in 'Roman Romeos,' a Universal Jewel comedy. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, 16 and 17 episodes of 'King of Circus' [sic]. Booking at Messrs…