A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-11-11
Summary:

Queen's Theatre is screening the William de Mille production 'Sought and Paid For' featuring two Paramount stars, Agnes Ayres and Jack Holt. The cast also includes Walter Hiers, Leah [sic] Wyant, George Kuwa and Bernice Frank. 20% of the proceedings will be donated by the Queen…

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Headline: To Let
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-09-18 - 1909-10-14
Summary:

On lease: 2, Zetland Street (formerly the Alexandra Cinema), suitable for showroom or godown; immediate possession

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-10
Summary:

George Broadhurst's 'Bought and Paid For,' now has the William de Mille screen version of it, which comes to the Queen's Theatre today. Paramount stars Agnes Ayres and Jack Holt are the lead, with supporting included Walter Hiers, Leah [sic] Wyant and George Kuwa. The…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-11
Summary:

George Broadhurst's 'Bought and Paid For,' now has the William de Mille screen version of it, which comes to the Queen's Theatre today, probably will thrill even more effectively. Paramount stars Agnes Ayres and Jack Holt are the lead, with supporting included Walter Hiers,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-02
Summary:

The film play that is worth seeing is 'One Hour Before Dawn,' featuring H. B.Warner and Frank Leigh, at the Coronet. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-01-09
Summary:

Jack Pickford is featured at the Star this week in one of his own productions, in which he was assisted by his sister, Mary Pickford. The title is 'The Hill Billy.' The feature also starred by Lucille Ricksen, Jane Keckley, Frank Leigh and Ralph Yearsley. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-11
Summary:

A play that has never failed to thrill is George Broadhurst's 'Bought and Paid For,' which comes to the Queen's Theatre today. It needs only to be said that the picture follows the story of the play with faithful exactitude. Heading a popular cast are the popular Paramount…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-01-08
Summary:

Today, Star Theatre will be screening an Allied Producers and Distributors' Corporation's 'The Hill Billy' featuring Jack Pickford and Lucille Rickson. The picture story was written by Jack, his famous sister, Mary Pickford and Marion Jackson. George Hill directed the picture…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-11-10
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-07-22
Summary:

Miss Addie Leigh was in particularly good voice on Saturday and Sunday night at the Victoria Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-08-01 - 1912-08-05
Summary:

Magnificent pictures: 'Bandits of Paris,' 'Torment,' 'The Scowl of Destiny,' 'Attacked by a Lion'; great success of the eminent soprano Addio Leigh.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1910-09-23
Summary:

The 'star' feature of this evening's programme at the Empire Theatre will be Miss Leigh's presentation of Paoli Tosti's ever beautiful 'Goodbye.' Attractive pictures will be shown.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-10-11 - 1912-10-16
Summary:

Shamus O' Brien' for a few days only; great Irish drama; performances by Addie Leigh, Verne, and Smith; Miss Nellie Maher will arrive shortly.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-08-07 - 1912-08-07
Summary:

The great dramatic picture 'A Living Statue' for a few nights only; Performer: Miss Addie Leigh; Coming: 'White Star Liner S.S. Titanic Disaster'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-10-12 - 1912-10-17
Summary:

Show the great Irish drama 'Shamus O'Brien' for a few days only; Coming performance by Miss Addie Leigh, Verne and Smith, Miss Nellie Maher.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-07-15 - 1912-07-16
Summary:

Two performances: Pictures only at 7.15 p.m. & Full programme at 9.15 p.m; Performance by Billy Eldid & Troupe; Returning performance by Miss Addie Leigh

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-07-17 - 1912-07-17
Summary:

Two performances: Pictures only at 7.15 p.m. & Full programme at 9.15 p.m.; Showing 'The Four Devils' and returning performance by Miss Addie Leigh

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1910-05-14
Summary:

The fare provided at the Empire Theatre is attracting large houses, and with the advent of new artists there was every possibility of crowded audiences for some time. Miss Addie Leigh is as big a favourite as ever.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1910-04-09
Summary:

Miss Addie Leigh made a great hit at the Empire Cinematograph Theatre on Friday evening on the occasion of her debut. Miss Winnie Ryan and Mr J. Terrars are performing tonight.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1910-09-06
Summary:

The patrons of the Empire Cinematograph are reminded of the re-appearance of Miss Addie Leigh this evening. Miss Maggie Frazer and Miss May Lewis are also appearing nightly and delight all their hearers.