A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-14 - 1920-02-14
Summary:

You may know him as the writer of 'Lord John's Journal,' edited by L. N. and A. M. Williamson. He is an amateur detective and believe us, he is some sleuth. The Coronet have secured some pictures with this versatile Briton in the principal role and will present the first tonight…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-02-22 - 1917-02-22
Summary:

Screening of 'Father John'; Coming film: Pathe's 'Via Wireless'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-05-04
Summary:

One of the most thrilling and sensational storm scenes ever screened is shown in the biggest of Charles Ray productions, 'The Courtship of Myles Standish,' now running at the Queen's Theatre. The historic Mayflower, an exact reproduction of the illustrious boat of early days being…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-10-02
Summary:

Although John Paul Bart was only an obscure clothes-presser in the tailor's shop, he had a most consuming ambition. Film synopsis included. How Paul goes about this ticklish matter, and his trials and hardships before his plans work out to a triumphant conclusion, form the theme of '…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-03-13 - 1923-03-14
Summary:

The Coronet: John Barrymore in 'Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.' Wed. matinees, 'Baby Mine.' The Star: Tue. & Wed. at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., Charles Ray in 'Bill Henry.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-10-09
Summary:

Charles Ray's 'A Tailor-Made Man' caused much laughter at the Star last night. It will be shown for the last time tomorrow.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-10-18 - 1924-10-18
Summary:

Mary Pickford in 'Tess of the Storm Country,' by the arrangement of Adolph Zukor, directed by John S. Robertson, photography by Charles Rosher. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-09-07 - 1916-09-09
Summary:

On Sept 9, 7th and 8th episodes of 'The Black Box Mystery' [sic]; The Great War, Pathe's Gazette; comics: John Bunny, Keystones.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-06-10
Summary:

Charles Ray and Mary Anderson starred in a picture 'Two Minutes to Go,' at the Queen's Theatre last night. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-10-09
Summary:

Charles Ray's latest success 'A Tailor-Made Man' is to be shown at the Star tonight. Ray's name is well enough known to be an assurance of a first-class picture, and in his present production, he has a rather more attractive part than ever before. An excellent comedy and a…

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Headline: The Palisade
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-09-16
Summary:

The management of the Palisade, Kowloon, has arranged a most attractive programme for tonight, when a full military band will again be in attendance. A special feature is being made of the Kowloon cartoons, which are the work of a local cartoonist. There will also be a number of local slides…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-05-05
Summary:

There are many more interesting details of the Pilgrim's adventures in the New World that is written in the usual history. Even those 300,000 or more who claim kinship with the Mayflower personnel will be surprised by the amount of information revealed by 'The Courtship of Myles…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-28 - 1925-02-28
Summary:

Last chance to see John Golden's Broadway stage triumph, 'Three Wise Fools.' Final show today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. Starting tomorrow at 6 and 9.15 p.m., Asta Nielsen in 'Golden Key.' Coming, a great wonderful super British production, 'Our Mutual Friend,'…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-06-10
Summary:

Last night, Queen's Theatre began screening the First National attraction 'Two Minutes to Go' featuring Charles Ray who plays the role of Chet Burnett. The cast also includes Mary Anderson. Film synopsis included.

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Headline: Flood Relief
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-07-24 - 1915-07-27
Summary:

Grand entertainment in St. John's Hall, latest cinematograph films, and items by eminent artists

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-10-21 - 1924-10-24
Summary:

Mary Pickford in 'Tess of the Storm Country,' from the novel by Grace Miller White, directed by John S. Robertson, photography by Charles Roshes. Illustration included. October 24 Remarks: With special musical setting. Come hear the music at ordinary prices.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-06-08 - 1923-06-18
Summary:

Charles Chaplin in 'The Pilgrim' at the World in June 13. June 8-9 Remarks: Teaser ads for the film. The ads didn't mention the theatre's name, surmised from other ads. June 11-12 Remarks: Photo included. Price of admission, $2 & $1.5. June 16 Remarks: Illstration…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-10
Summary:

Charles Ray has scored another screen triumph in 'Two Minutes to Go,' a corking story of college life by Richard Andre [sic], which began an engagement at the Queen's Theatre last night. Ray gives an excellent portrayal of a football hero in this admirable First National…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-07-24
Summary:

Some students in St. John's Hall organized two gala nights for Monday and Tuesday next in behalf of those stricken by the floods in and around Canton. Up-to-date cinematograph films are to be shown, while eminent artists including Mrs. Marley, Mr. England, Professor Gonzalez, and his band,…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-03-29