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: 1916-09-19 - 1916-09-21
Summary:

Screening of 'Leah Kleschina' by Famous Players Co. featuring Charlotte Nillson, 'Pawns in the Game of Life' by Universal Company, 'Getting His Man' by the Biscon Co.; Comedies: 'A Gentleman of Fashion' and 'Alkali Ike's Love Affair'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-10
Summary:

'Moral Suicide' is the punchy title of a new special feature soon to be released by the Victoria Theatre. It is written by Ivan Abramson, whose screen successes included 'Forbidden Fruit,' 'Sins of Ambition,' 'Enlighten Thy Daughter' and 'Sins of the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-06-19 - 1920-06-22
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15, Leah Baird in 'The Capitol,' from the notable stage success by Augustus Thomas.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-06-21
Summary:

The histrionic powers of Leah Baird, famed as one of the few truly great emotional stars of the screen, were taxed to the limit in the newest Artco production, 'The Capitol,' which is being screened in the Hongkong Theatre. Film synopsis included.

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

Saturday, 10th to Monday, 12th September at 9.15 p.m., Augustus Thomas' famous American success, 'As a Man Thinks' starring Leah Baird. Matinee programmes: Friday, 9th and Sunday, 11th at 5.15 p.m., 'A Place in the Sun'; Saturday 10th at 5.15 p.m., 'To Honor and…

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

As a Man Thinks,' featuring Leah Baird, will be shown at the World Theatre. It is the first of a series of pictures adapted from the successful stage play of Augustus Thomas. Henry Clive portrays the role of husband, while Mlle. Elaine Amazar acts as the artist's model. Others in the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-10 - 1921-09-12
Summary:

Saturday, 10th to Monday, 12th September at 9.15 p.m., Augustus Thomas' famous American success, 'As a Man Thinks' starring Leah Baird. Matinee programmes: Friday, 9th and Sunday, 11th at 5.15 p.m., 'A Place in the Sun'; Saturday 10th at 5.15 p.m., 'To Honor and…

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

A drama entitled 'The Moral Suicide' written and directed by Ivan Abramson, is now being screened at the Hongkong Theatre. John Mason is starred in this play as Richard Covington. John Mason is rated with French actor, Guitry, by no less an authority than Augustus Thomas, the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-28
Summary:

The City of Purple Dreams' was shown at the World Theatre yesterday. The picture is based on a novel written by Edwin Baird, and was produced by Colin Campbell. Meanwhile, Thomas Santschi takes the leading role, together with Bessie Eyton and Fritzi Brunette. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-02-07 - 1922-02-09
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. performances, Ethel Clayton in the new adaption for the screen of C. M. S. McLellan's 'Leah Kleschna,' 'The Girl Who Came Back.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, 10 and 11 episodes of 'Diamond Queen' featuring Eileen Sedgwick.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-02 - 1923-03-03
Summary:

An Associated Exhibitors special production, Leah Baird in 'When the Devil Drives.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-02
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-02
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-05 - 1923-03-05
Summary:

Leah Baird in 'When the Devil Drives.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-05 - 1923-03-07
Summary:

The Coronet: Tonight and tomorrow at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Leah Baird in 'When the Devil Drives.' The Star: Tonight till Wednesday at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., Maurice Tourneur's 'Victory.' Coming, 'Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-05
Summary:

When the Devil Drives,' featuring Leah Baird, is being screened at the Coronet Theatre today. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-06
Summary:

When the Devil Drives,' starring Leah Baird, is the current attraction at the Coronet Theatre. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-07-03 - 1923-07-07
Summary:

Wednesday 4th to Saturday 7th July at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'When Husbands Deceive' by and with Leah Baird. Also recent event at Lincheng, North China, 'The Release of the Captives,' a Pathe super thriller in 2 parts. Prices of admission: night show $1.50 and $1.00; matinee, $1…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-07-07 - 1923-07-07
Summary:

Today only at 5.15 p.m. and 9.15 p.m., 'When Husbands Deceive' by and with Leah Baird. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-07-25 - 1923-07-25
Summary:

Don't Doubt Your Wife,' take her to see Leah Baird.