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: 1921-05-23 - 1921-05-25
Summary:

Katherine MacDonald in 'The Thunderbolt,' not suitable for children, Snub Pollard in 'Don't Weaken' and Coronet Review at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-05-25
Summary:

Katherine MacDonald capitalised as the 'American Beauty' has certainly made an auspicious start as a First National star in 'The Thunderbolt,' an original creation by J. Grubb Alexander, which is the current attraction at the Coronet. She is supported by Thomas Meighan,…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-08-17 - 1921-08-17
Summary:

At 5.15 and 9.15, Katherine MacDonald in 'The Notorious Miss Lisle.' Inauguration of President Sun at 11, 12.35, 2.10, 3.45 and 7.15.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-08-18 - 1921-08-19
Summary:

100% entertainment tonight, First National presents Katherine MacDonald in 'The Notorious Miss Lisle,' Henry Lehrmann [sic] excels himself in 'Wet and Warmer' and the topical film all Hongkong is talking about 'The Inauguration of President Sun Yat-sen.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-01-18 - 1922-01-18
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15, Katherine MacDonald in 'The Beauty Market.' Kowloon Theatre: Today at 5.45 and 9.15, Geraldine Farrar in 'Shadows.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-01-19 - 1922-01-19
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15, Katherine MacDonald in 'The Beauty Market,' and Snub Comedy. Kowloon Theatre: Today at 9, Cabaret Dance. Hoosier State Jazz Band. Tickets $1 at Moutrie's.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-01-20 - 1922-01-20
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15, Katherine MacDonald in 'The Beauty Market,' and Snub Comedy. Kowloon Theatre: Today at 9.15, Marguerite Clark in 'Prunella,' Rolin Comedy and British Gazette.

8
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-02-10 - 1922-02-10
Summary:

The Coronet: Today till Friday, Dorothy Gish in 'Battling Jane,' China Gazette, Topical Budget and 'Snub' Comedy. Kowloon Theatre: Tonight, Katherine MacDonald in 'The Beauty Market.' Monthly tickets at $8 each.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-03-10
Summary:

World Theatre will screen 'The Fire Cat' this Friday. The film casts Edith Roberts who had a distinctive personality in 'Lasca.' It is written and directed by Norman Oawn [sic]. The film shares the elements of 'Lasca' and 'The Adorable Savage.' The film…

10
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-06-02 - 1922-06-05
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'The Woman Thou Gavest Me,' a superb Paramount-Artcraft special in 6 parts, featuring Katherine MacDonald and Jack Holt. At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Eddie Polo in 'Do or Die,' epis. 6 & 7. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre. June 2-3 Remarks: On…

11
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-07-14 - 1922-07-17
Summary:

Friday to Monday 5.30 & 9.15, Catherine Calvert in 'The Career of Katherine Bush,' a Paramount special. Booking at the Star Ferry Wharf for Hongkong residents, free ferry tickets both ways.

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Headline: Star Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-07-14
Summary:

Star Theatre is going to screen 'The Career of Katherine Bush' from Friday, the 14th to Monday the 17th, at 5:30 pm and 9:15 pm. Film synopsis included.

13
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-08-18 - 1922-08-21
Summary:

At 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Realart presents Wanda Hawley in 'Miss Hobbs.' At 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., June Caprice & George B. Seitz in 'The Sky Ranger,' epis. 10 & 11. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre. August 18 Remarks: On page 3, another ad. on 'Miss Hobbs'…

14
Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-11-02 - 1922-11-04
Summary:

Tomorrow, we are showing 'Passion's Playground,' a romance of Monte Carlo and a First National attraction. November 4 Remarks: Last two nights of Katherine MacDonald in 'Passion's Playground.' Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-06-14 - 1923-06-15
Summary:

The Coronet: At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Katherine MacDonald in 'The Turning Point.' Star: At 5.30 & 9.15, 'God's Country and the Woman.' At 9.15 only, Leeds and Lemar in Plumduff's Restaurant. Grand: Tonight at 9.15 p.m., Constance Talmadge in 'In Search…

16
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-06-14
Summary:

Until Saturday, Coronet Theatre is going to screen the film version of Robert W. Chambers' novel entitled 'The Turning Point,' featuring Katherine MacDonald. The film is a First National production. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-06-16 - 1923-06-16
Summary:

The Coronet: Tonight only, Katherine MacDonald in Robert W. Chambers' greatest novel, 'The Turning Point,' The B. A. T. Coy's Snappy News Reel, and Century Comedy. Commencing Tomorrow, Mary Pickford in 'The Love Light,' a United Artists super attraction.…

18
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-06-19
Summary:

Star Theatre is going to screen a Metro production entitled 'The Best of Luck' featuring Katherine Williams [sic] and Fred Malatesta. The film is a screen adaptation of the novel by Henry Hamilton. Full of thrill and horse racing drama, the play had a successful run at Drury Lane.

19
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-08-14
Summary:

Screening of the Arctic film 'Nanook of the North,' booked by the Coronet, had to be postponed. The picture is expected to return by Saturday. In the meantime, today the theatre will be screening 'The Brat,' tomorrow 'In Search of a Sinner' featuring Constance…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-08-17 - 1923-08-17
Summary:

The Notorious Miss Lisle' with Katherine Macnonald [sic], Mack Sennet [sic] Comedy, and British Gazette.