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: 1919-09-15
Summary:

Tomorrow the two last episodes of the 'Moon Child,' starring Marie Walcamp will be screened. On Wednesday, a 5-parts drama 'The Butterfly' will be shown together with some comedies. And a new splendid serial film Houdini in the 'Master Mystery' will be screened from…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-10-17
Summary:

A Gentleman from Mississippi' is the title of the William A. Brady production which has been drawing large houses at the Hongkong Theatre for the last two nights. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-11-04 - 1919-11-04
Summary:

By special request, one night only, Wednesday 5th November at 9.15 p.m. sharp, 'The Fall of a Nation,' the great musical spectacle complete in 8 parts. Booking at the theatre begins from 9 a.m. Tuesday. Friday 7th to Monday 10th at 9.15 p.m., also Friday and Monday matinees, Crystine […

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-11-04 - 1919-11-05
Summary:

On special request, one night only, Wednesday, 5th November, 9.15 p.m. sharp, 'The Fall of a Nation,' the great spectacle, complete in 8 parts. Booking at the Theatre. Begins from 9 a.m. Tuesday. Friday 7th to Monday 10th, 9.15 p.m., also Friday and Monday matinees, Chrystine [sic]…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-11-07 - 1919-11-10
Summary:

For 7th, 8th, 9th and 10th November at 9.15 p.m., also matinees on Friday and Monday, Chrystine Mayo, Paula Shay and Joseph Burke in 'A Fool's Paradise,' a society drama. 7.15 p.m. and Saturday matinee, episodes 13 and 14 of 'Houdini.' Booking at the theatre. November 10…

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Publication Date: 1919-11-07 - 1919-11-10
Summary:

For November 7, 8, 9 and 10, 9.15 p.m., also matinee on Friday and Monday, Chrystine [sic] Mayo, Paula Shay and and Joseph Burke in 'A Fool's Paradise,' a society drama. 7.15 p.m. and Saturday matinees, episodes 13 and 14 of 'Houdini.' Booking at the Theatre. November 7…

7
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-18
Summary:

A most attractive film is being presented at the Hongkong Theatre entitled 'Lest we Forget.' Film synopsis included. Another fine production from Gilbert A. Hamilton [sic] entitled 'Are Passions inherited?' will be screened at Friday's matinee. It features Dorothy Farley…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-03-25
Summary:

One of the best films ever produced by William Fox, now being screened at the Hongkong Theatre, and entitled 'Blue Blood and Red,' is a thrilling picture of love and adventure. The story is written and the production directed by R. A. Walsh, and his brother, George Walsh with Doris…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-04-03 - 1920-04-05
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, A. H. Woods presents Fannie Ward in the Pathe special feature, 'Common Clay' in seven reels.

10
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-04-28 - 1920-04-29
Summary:

Tonight, Fannie Ward in 'Common Clay,' Pathe special feature in 7 parts. April 28 Remarks: Another ad. on page 5, A. H. Woods presents Fannie Ward in 'Common Clay.' Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-05-12 - 1920-05-14
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15, Tom Mix in a story of the secret service where grim duty outweighs the call of love, 'Mr. Logan, U. S. A.' May 12 Remarks: Another ad. on page 12.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-05-12 - 1920-05-14
Summary:

Commencing tonight at 9.15 sharp, Tom Mix in a William Fox picture, Mr. Logan, U. S. A.

13
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-05-22 - 1920-05-25
Summary:

Joe Jackson in an interesting comedy in four parts 'A Modern Enoch Arden.' Mabel Normand in 'Bright Lights.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-05-22 - 1920-05-25
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15, Joe Jackson in an interesting comedy in four parts, 'A Modern Enoch Arden' and Mabel Normand in 'Bright Lights.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-05-22 - 1920-05-22
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15, Triangle-Keystone presents two big attractions, Joe Jackson in an interesting comedy in 4 parts, 'A Modern Enoch Arden' and Mabel Normand in 'Bright Lights.' Seats should be booked in advance.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-05-22
Summary:

Two big attractions will be shown at the Hongkong Theatre from today up to Tuesday. They are 'A modern Enoch Arden' in which Joe Jackson is the prime mover in an exciting and interesting comedy, and 'Bright Lights,' featuring Mabel Normand. In addition to the two films…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-05-22 - 1920-05-25
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Triangle-Keystone present two big attractions, Joe Jackson in 'A Modern Enoch Arden' and Mabel Normand in 'Bright Lights.' Seats should be booked in advance.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-01-22
Summary:

A first-class vaudeville attraction will be staged at the Hongkong Theatre, commencing on Sunday night, when Mr. Hal. A. Freeman of the DeLacey Agency, London West, will present his grand combination of English artist, direct from the best Australian theatres, comprising Trixie, the world's…

19
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-01-22
Summary:

A first-class vaudeville attraction will appear at Hongkong Theatre, where Mr. Hal. A. Freeman, of the De' Lacey Agency, will present his grand combination of English artists, direct from the best Australian Theatres. The party consists of Trixie, the world's leading contortionist,…

20
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-01-22
Summary:

A first-class vaudeville attraction will be staged at the Hongkong Theatre commencing on Sunday night when Mr. Hal. A. Freeman of the De'Lacey Agency, London West, will present his grand combination of English artists, direct from the best Australian Theatre, comprising Trixie, the world…