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: 1921-11-26 - 1921-11-26
Summary:

Dead Men Tell No Tales,' from the famous novel by E. W. Hornung, is being shown at The Coronet. The all-cast cast includes Catherine Calvert. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-11-26
Summary:

Spectacular scenes of a burning ship and an explosion at sea are presented with realism in 'Dead Men Tell No Tales,' the story of crime, love, and courage showing at the Coronet Theatre this evening. Based on the book by E. W. Hornung, this Vitagraph masterpiece transposes to the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-26
Summary:

Dead Men Tell No Tales,' the Vitagraph special production, will be shown at the Coronet Theatre this evening. The plot and subject matter of the film (the novel) is written by E. W. Hornung, the author of 'Raffles.' The leading feminine role is played by Catherine Calvert. Film…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-11-26
Summary:

Dead Men Tell No Tales,' a Vitagraph masterpiece, is being shown at the Coronet Theatre this evening. Based on the famous book by E. W. Hornung. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-28
Summary:

At the Coronet Theatre, 'Dead Men Tell No Tales' is now being screened. It is written by the author of 'Raffles,' E. W. Hornung, and filmed by Vitagraph.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-11-29
Summary:

Dead Men Tell No Tales,' the tremendous melodrama of dark deeds and breathless perils, hight romance and startling surprises continues to draw crowded houses at the Coronet Theatre. The film is based on the famous story by E. W. Hornung. The explosion of the ship at sea is presented with…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-11-29
Summary:

Dead Men Tell No Tales' continues to draw crowded houses at the Coronet Theatre. The film was based on the story by E. W. Hornung. Plot highlights included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-28
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-12-31
Summary:

The Yellow Typhoon' winds up at the Grand tonight and Mr. Buster Keaton will also launch his remarkable craft for the very final time. An interesting programme tomorrow includes the film version of 'Dead Men Tell No Tales.' It was written by E. W. Hornung, famous author of '…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-02
Summary:

The name of E. W. Hornung is associated with many fine stories of the adventurous kind. 'Raffles' was probably his greatest, but in 'Dead Men Tell No Tales,' he had another almost, if not equally good. Now Vitagraph, following the modern tendency of 'film-ize' well-…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-03-30 - 1925-03-30
Summary:

Monday to Thursday, March 30 to April 2 at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., First National Pictures presents Lewis Stone, Jane Novak, Wallace Beery and Robert Gordon in 'The Rosary,' an adaption of Edward Rose's famous play of the same name. Coming here soon, 'Rupert of…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-03-30
Summary:

Beginning today, Coronet Theatre will be screening 'The Rosary' produced by Selig-Rock [sic] and released through the First National Pictures Corporation. The film is adapted from a stage play by Edward Rose and is directed by Jerome Storm. The cast is a notable one, comprising Lewis…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-03-30 - 1925-03-30
Summary:

Monday to Thursday, March 30 to April 2 at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., First National Pictures presents Lewis Stone, Jane Novak, Wallace Beery and Robert Gordon in 'The Rosary,' an adaption of Edward Rose's famous play of the same name. Coming here soon, 'Rupert of…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-03-31 - 1925-04-01
Summary:

Today to Thursday, March 30 to April 2 at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., First National Pictures presents Lewis Stone, Jane Novak, Wallace Beery and Robert Gordon in 'The Rosary,' an adaption of Edward Rose's famous play of the same name. Also Buster Keaton in 'Electric…

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Headline: The Rosary'
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-03-31
Summary:

Last night, Queen's Theatre screened a First National picture entitled 'The Rosary' which attracted a huge audience. It is an adaptation of the famous play by Edward Rose. The principal role is played by Lewis Stone. The cast also includes Jane Novak, Robert Gordon, Wallace Beery…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-03-31 - 1925-04-02
Summary:

Today to Thursday, March 31 to April 2 at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., First National Pictures presents Lewis Stone, Jane Novak, Wallace Beery and Robert Gordon in 'The Rosary,' an adaption of Edward Rose's famous play of the same name. Also Buster Keaton in 'Electric…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-04-01 - 1925-04-02
Summary:

Today to Thursday, March 30 to April 2 at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., a First National Pictures presents Lewis Stone, Jane Novak, Wallace Beery and Robert Gordon in 'The Rosary,' an adaption of Edward Rose's famous play of the same name. Also Buster Keaton in 'Electric…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-04-02 - 1925-04-02
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., positively last performances, First National Pictures presents Lewis Stone, Robert Gordon, Wallace Beery and Jane Novak in 'The Rosary,' an adaption of Edward Rose's famous play of the same name. Also Buster Keaton in 'Electric House…