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: 1921-07-29 - 1921-07-30
Summary:

Friday 29th July to Monday 1st August, R. A. Walsh's 'The Woman and the Law' in 7 parts, presented by William Fox. Miss Cora Williams & Co. in an entire change of programme. At 5.15 p.m., 'The Merchant of Venice' in 6 parts. At 2.30 p.m. and 7.15 p.m., the 7th &…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-29 - 1921-08-01
Summary:

Friday 29th July to Monday 1st August, at 9.15 p.m., R. A. Walsh's greatest and most sensational drama, 'The Woman and the Law' in 7 parts, presented by William Fox. Miss Cora Williams and Co. in an entire change of programme. 5.15 p.m., 'The Merchant of Venice' in 6…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-07-29 - 1921-07-30
Summary:

9.15 p.m., Friday 29th July, to Monday 1st August, R. A. Walsh in 'The Woman and the Law' in 7 parts, presented by William Fox. Miss Cora Williams and Co. in an entire change of programme. 5.15 p.m., 'The Merchant of Venice' in 6 parts. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., the 7th and 8th…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-10
Summary:

The Middle East Films, Ld., whose head office is in Singapore, is about to open an office in Hongkong. Mr. Joe Fisher, the general manager of the Company, and Mr. Ernest A. Hopson, who represents several South African corporations connected with film art, are in Hongkong. The first exhibition of…

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Headline: Kinema Notes
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-08-22
Summary:

The Hongkong Theatre is showing Universal film 'The Nature Girl' played by Violet Mersereau. Lund is the producer. Another one screening includes 'The Jazz Monkey,' and Screen Magazine No.100. Every Tuesday and Thursday the World Theatre is going to have a matinee for…

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

At the Hongkong Theatre a very fine drama entitled 'The Silk Lined Burglar' is now screening. Priscilla Dean is in the leading role. Joe Martins takes the principal part in a Comic Comedy 'The Jungle Gentleman.'

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

The programme of the benefit concert on behalf of the widow of the late Lce Cpl. Way taking place in the World Theatre. Performers included: Mrs. H. A. Jones, Mrs. N. Lockhart, Mr. Harland, Mr. W. R. Crow, Mr. Cawsey, Mr. E. Hill.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-09-12
Summary:

An attractive Vaudeville programme featuring the Gibson Family Entertainers, will be seen tomorrow at the World Theatre. A six-reel super production, distributed by the Arrow Film Corporation, 'Fools' Gold' with Mitchell Lewis taking the leading role, will be screened tomorrow.…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-09-13 - 1921-09-15
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., a grand attractive programme, Mitchell Lewis & Florence Turner in 'Fool's Gold.' Performances by The Gibson Family Entertainers. Admission: $1 and 60 cents. Matinee programmes: 5.15 p.m. from Tuesday to Thursday, 'As a Man Thinks,' 2.30 and 7.15…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-13 - 1921-09-15
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., a grand attractive programme: Mitchell Lewis and Florence Turner in 'Fool's Gold,' a big 6-reel super-production with strong supporting cast. Also the Gibson Family entertainers, a first-class combination, featuring their own original oceanic absurdity…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-09-13 - 1921-09-15
Summary:

Mitchell Lewis and Florence Turner in 'Fool's Gold.' Also 'The Gibson Family Entertainers,' a first-class combination featuring their own original oceanic absurdity entitled 'Fun on a Battleship.' Matinee programmes: 5.15 p.m., Tuesday to Thursday, 'As a…

12
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-09-15
Summary:

The World Theatre's patrons are enjoying the new role of Mitchell Lewis as well as the return to the screen of Florence Turner in 'Fool's Gold' which is now being shown and which will continue to be a feature of the matinees until Monday next.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-09-15
Summary:

Crowds have packed the World Theatre during the week to witness the special production of 'Fools' Gold.' The film starring Mitchell Lewis.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-09-19 - 1921-09-19
Summary:

Tonight! At 9.15 p.m., a Grand Variety Concert, programme organized by Mr. A. B. Allan. Admission: $1.5, $1 and 60 cents. Remarks: Matinee programme: 5.15 p.m., 'Fool's Gold,' 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., 'Vanishing Trail,' 10 & 11 epis. Booking at Messrs. Mehta & Co.…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-19 - 1921-09-19
Summary:

A grand variety concert will be held in honour of the visit of the Interport Lawn Bowls team from Shanghai. A great programme organized by Mr. A. B. Allan. Local talent, good artists. Admission: $1.50, $1.00 and 60 cents. Booking at Messrs Mehta and Co., Hongkong Hotel Buildings.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-19 - 1921-09-19
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., a grand variety concert in honour of the visit of the Interport Lawn Bowlers from Shanghai. A great programme organized by Mr. A. B. Allan. Local talent, good artists. Admission: $1.50, $1.00 and 60 cents. Matinee programmes: 5.15 p.m., 'Fool's Gold'; 2.30…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-09-19 - 1921-09-19
Summary:

Tonight 9.15 p.m., A Grand Variety Concert. A great programme organized by Mr. A. B. Allan, local talent and good artistes. Admission: $1.50, $1.00 and 60 cents. Matinee programmes 5.15 p.m., 'Fool's Gold'; 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Vanishing Trail' 10 and 11 episodes.…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-16 - 1921-11-16
Summary:

Today and tomorrow at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents R. A. Walsh's drama, 'Betrayed' with Miriam Cooper, a thriller mixed with sobs and laughs.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-16
Summary:

William Fox's newest R. A. Walsh's photoplay, 'Betrayed,' was shown yesterday at the World Theatre. Miriam Cooper, well-known for her work in 'Honor System,' 'The Silent Lie,' and 'The Woman and The Law,' continues her entrancing acting in the…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-09
Summary:

Olive Thomas, star of 'Love's Prisoner' will be the heroine of an original and fascinating detective story at the World Theatre today, with William V. Mong and Joe King as her principal supporters. Film synopsis included.