A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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101
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-12-04
Summary:

It is assured that the T. Daniel Frawley Company, with Miss Adelo Blood as its star, will play in Hongkong from January 16 to 24. This statement was made by W. Renwick Smith, advance representative of Mr. Frawley and Miss Blood. In addition, Miss Adele Blood is known as the 'woman who made…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-12-25 - 1922-12-25
Summary:

25th and 26th at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., Jesse L. Lasky presents William DeMille's production of 'The Prince Chap' featuring Thomas Meighan, adaptation of Edward Peple's old romance drama.

103
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-12-27
Summary:

It was disclosed at Bow-street last month that the film which was the subject of an application to the magistrate on Wednesday dealt with the life of the late Lord Kitchener. Mr. W. H. Percy, of the Leicester-square Cinema, answered a summons at the instance of the L. C. C., alleging a breach of…

104
Headline: Kowloon Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-01-03
Summary:

Kowloon Theatre will be screening a Metro special photodrama entitled 'Blackmail' featuring Viola Dana, Wyndham Standing, Alfred Allen, Florence Turner, Edward Cecil, Lydia Knott, Jack Roi and Fred Kelsey. Based on the story by Lucia Chamberlain, the picture is directed by Dallas M.…

105
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-01
Summary:

It is learnt that two thousand motion picture theatres located throughout China within the next three years is part of the programme of the Peacock Film Corporation, the syndicate formed by Mr. J. A. Thomas and his associates. This undertaking has at its back the du Pont, Brady and Duke…

106
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-14 - 1923-03-14
Summary:

J. L. Frotheringham presents 'The Breaking Point' starring Bessie Barriscale, directed by Paul Scardon, written by H. H. Van Loan, with an all-star cast including Walter McGrall, Joseph J. Dowling, Wilfred Lucas, Pat O'Malley and Ethel Grey Terry, distributed by W. W. Hodkinson.…

107
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-14
Summary:

Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde,' a film version of the story written by R. L. Stevenson with the same name, is the current attraction at the Coronet Theatre. The principal role is by Mr. John Barrymore. Film synopsis included.

108
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-03-20
Summary:

Star Theatre is screening 'Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde,' a film version of R. L. Stevenson's novel. Children are not to be admitted to the screening of this film. However, tomorrow night, for the special benefit of the youngsters, Charlie Chaplin's comedy entitles 'Carmen…

109
Headline: Star Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-21
Summary:

Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde,' a film version of R. L. Stevenson's famous story, is being shown at the Star Theatre tonight, but children will not be admitted to the performance. For the benefit of the youngsters, a special all-comedy programme which includes Charlie in 'Carmen'…

110
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-04-10
Summary:

The annual general meeting of the Far Eastern Film Service Limited was held at Chartered Bank Chambers, Singapore, on March 28. Those present were Mr. W. L. G. Riley, Mr. O. C. Smalley, Mr. E. Tessensohn, Mr. G. W. Crawford, Mr. Bateman, Messrs. Gattey and Bateman. The sales of films look big,…

111
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-04-19
115
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-05-12
116
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-05-19 - 1923-05-24
Summary:

Teaser ads for the film 'The Mistress of Shenstone,' starring Pauline Frederick. Remarks: The ads didn't mention the theatre's name, surmised from other ads. May 19-21 Remarks: The ad didn't mention the film's title. May 23 Remarks: It's based on Florence…

117
Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-05-19 - 1923-05-26
Summary:

Pauline Frederick in Florence Barclay's remarkable novel, 'The Mistress of Shenstone,' a Robertson-Cole super special.

118
Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-05-23 - 1923-05-23
Summary:

Three days only beginning Thursday, Pauline Frederick in 'The Mistress of Shenstone,' Florence Barclay's wonder novel, a Robertson-Cole production that shows the remarkable emotional powers of Miss Frederick at their highest peak.

119
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-05-23
Summary:

The Mistress of Shenstone,' the latest Robertson-Cole super special starring Pauline Frederick, is as artistic as it is dramatic. The film is adapted from the famous novel by Florence Barclay and will open at the World Theatre.

120
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-05-24 - 1923-05-24
Summary:

Robertson-Cole presents Pauline Frederick in 'The Mistress of Shenstone' by Florence Barclay, directed by Henry King. Three days only. Beginning today. Illustration included.