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: 1921-04-04
Summary:

The Weekend programme at the Coronet is about the following: the British Gazette, Goldwyn's Lampoons (No.1), a Bray cartoon, 'Help Wanted-Male' featuring Blanche Sweet, and the Snub Pollard in 'Rock-a-Bye Baby.' Besides, 'The Empire of Diamonds' is going to be…

2
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-07
Summary:

A successful Whist Drive and Tea was held in the Kowloon Theatre on Thursday afternoon, which was organized by Mrs. Purves and Mrs. Havey Green. The sum of $160 was collected and handed over to Mrs. Forsyth, Hon. Secretary for the Kowloon Branch of the of M. C. L.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-05-24
Summary:

The principal attraction at the Hongkong Theatre tomorrow will be Miss Daisy Harcourt, a clever comedienne, whose excellent entertainment has earned her great successes. Hongkong theatre-goers are assured of an enjoyable entertainment. Included in this week's a Jesse L. Lasky 'Paramont…

4
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-08-23
Summary:

The management desires to inform the public that, owing to the late arrival of steamers, there will be no 'Moon Child' episodes shown this week. Paramount's 'The Explorer,' featuring Lou Tellegen, will be screened tomorrow. Mme. Sarah Bernhart, makes her debut as a…

5
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-05-08
Summary:

E. L. Sheldon, director and author for the Educational Films of America, is now in Canton. Mr. Sheldon will take pictures of Cantonese life and activities.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-08-24 - 1918-08-27
Summary:

August 24, 25, 26 and 27, screening a fine Triangle photoplay in 5 parts, 'Let Katy Do It,' including Keystone and L. Ko Comedies. Wednesday 28th August, matinee and 7.15 p.m. performance, showing the fine 5 parts of 'A Daughter of the Gods.'

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-09-22 - 1924-09-25
Summary:

Today, Jesse L. Lasky presents Ethel Clayton in 'The Price of Possession,' a Paramount picture.

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-09-22 - 1924-09-25
Summary:

Today, Jesse L. Lasky presents Ethel Clayton in 'The Price of Possession,' a Paramount picture.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-12-03
Summary:

From today till Friday, a Paramount picture by Jesse L. Laspy [sic], entitled 'The Evil Eye,' in five parts, will be screened in the Hongkong Theatre. The cast included Miss Sweet, Tom Forman, Walter Long, Ruth King, Webster Campbell, J. Parks Jones and William Dale. The production was…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-09-22 - 1924-09-25
Summary:

Jesse L. Lasky presents Ethel Clayton in 'The Price of Possession,' a Paramount picture. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-16 - 1924-12-16
Summary:

Jesse L. Lasky presents 'The Covered Wagon,' a James Cruze production, a Paramount picture. Illustration included.

12
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-05-06 - 1915-05-10
Summary:

On May 7, the thrilling detective drama, 'Mystery of the Underground Floor' in 2 parts - 2,000 feet long, with the famous lady detective madam L. Bordoni in the leading role; also 'The Perils of the Atlantic'; performance by Little Gladie, Soubrette & Dancer, Jack Ranch,…

13
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-12-18
Summary:

The Variety Film Exchange Company Incorporated has been purchased by the China Cinema Company, Ld., which Mr. K. L. O'Hoy is the secretary.

14
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-02-02 - 1924-02-04
Summary:

The 14th Man,' presented by Jesse L. Lasky with Robert Warwick, a Paramount-Artcraft picture. Plot and illustration included.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-03-10 - 1925-03-12
Summary:

Today and tomorrow, Jesse L. Lasky presents 'The Covered Wagon,' a Paramount picture. Prices: 5.30, $1.00 and 60 cents; 9.15, $1.20 and 80 cents. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-06-24 - 1924-06-25
Summary:

Jesse L. Lasky presents Robert Warwick in 'The City of Masks,' a Paramount picture. Film plot and illustration included. Coming Thurday, 'Midsummer Madness.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-12-30 - 1925-01-03
Summary:

A Paramount picture, James Cruze production, presented by Jesse L. Lasky, at the World and the Coronet. Times and prices included. December 31 Remarks: Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-05-28
Summary:

The Princess of Blood' is being shown at the Hongkong Theatre tonight. The story was written by James L. Pollitt. Pauline Frederick's 'The Love that lives' will be screened soon.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-08-23 - 1924-08-23
Summary:

Sunday and Monday matinee and night, a Paramount picture, Jesse L. Lasky presents Roscoe Arbuckle in 'Brewster's Millions.' Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-06-11
Summary:

A new motion picture concern under the name of the Oriental Film Company has opened offices at 18, Peking Road, Shanghai. It is believed that it is the intention to promote motion picture enterprises throughout the Far East. The company is to be managed by Mr. David L. Shoolman of Boston, Mass…