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: 1918-02-02 - 1918-02-05
Summary:

Tonight, showing: 5th and 6th episodes, 'Gloria's Romance' and Keystone comics. Wednesday, 6th February, see: another Universal feature in 7 parts, 'Little Brother of the Rich.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-02-06 - 1918-02-06
Summary:

6th, 7th and 8th February, screening 'Little Brother of the Rich,' a dramatic masterpiece complete in seven parts. Also interesting comics. Saturday, 9th February, see 7th and 8th episodes of 'Gloria's Romance.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-02-07 - 1918-02-08
Summary:

Tonight, screening: 'Little Brother of the Rich,' a dramatic masterpiece, complete in 7 parts. Also interesting comics. Saturday, 9th February, see: 7th and 8th episodes, 'Gloria's Romance.'

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Headline: Empire Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-09-11 - 1918-09-12
Summary:

11th and 12th September, 9.15 performance, showing 'Little Brother of the Rich' in 7 parts, and comics. Full orchestra in attendance. Dress circle, 50 cents; first-class, 30 cents; second-class, 20 cents.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-03-20 - 1919-03-22
Summary:

Creighton Hale and Gladys Hulette in 'Annexing Bill.' Payment in full, see Stub and Buras in the screaming comedy. 'A Little Brother of the Rich' featuring Hobart Bosworth with Jane Novak and Hobart Henley. Booking at Anderson's.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-03-20 - 1919-03-22
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., Creighton Hale and Gladys Hulette in 'Annexing Bill.' 'Payment in Full,' see Stub [sic] and Burns in this screaming comedy. Sunday matinee, 23rd March at 6 p.m., 'A Little Brother of the Rich' featuring Hobart Bosworth with Jane Novak and…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-03-20 - 1919-03-22
Summary:

Tonight 9.15 p.m., Creighton Hale and Gladys Hulette in 'Annexing Bill.' Here is a fine example of what a light romantic comedy should be. A spirited romance and an elemental plot closely knit and splendidly arranged so that the tense interest is sustained right up to the last minute.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-08-05
Summary:

Wild Cat of Paris' a 6-parts melodrama will be screened at the Hongkong Theatre tomorrow. The film starred Priscilla Dean. A special 6-part picture 'A Little Brother of the Rich' will also be shown. Gazette news will also be screened.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-08-06
Summary:

The censor has passed one of the most melodramatic films in 'The Wild Cat [sic] of Paris' which is being shown at the Hongkong Theatre over the weekend. It is a play in six parts in which the world-famous star Priscilla Dean takes the leading role in a strong cast. Another attraction…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-03-25 - 1924-03-29
Summary:

Commencing Monday, March 31, Wesley Barry in 'Rags to Riches.' March 25 & 26 Remarks: Only film title mentioned.

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Headline: Rags to Riches
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-03-26 - 1924-03-27
Summary:

Teaser ads for the film 'Rags to Riches.' The ads didn't mention the theatre's name, surmised from other ads. March 27 Remarks: Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-26 - 1924-03-26
Summary:

Rags to Riches.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-27 - 1924-03-28
Summary:

Rags to Riches.' Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-29 - 1924-03-31
Summary:

Commencing Monday, March 3rd, Warner Bros. present Wesley Barry in 'Rags to Riches,' Harry Rapf production, enacted by a distinguished supporting cast, including Niles Welch, Ruth Renick, Russell Simpson, Richard Tucker and Eulalie Jensen. P.S. don't fail to see Hoot Gibson in his…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-03-31 - 1924-03-31
Summary:

Commencing today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15 p.m., Wesley Barry in 'Rags to Riches.'

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-31 - 1924-03-31
Summary:

Commencing today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Wesley Barry in 'Rags to Riches,' a delightful and wholesome comedy-drama for young and old.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-03-31
Summary:

Rags to Riches,' little Wesley Barry's big picture which comes to the Coronet Theatre this evening. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-03-31
Summary:

This evening, Coronet Theatre is going to screen 'Rags to Riches' starring little Wesley Barry whose typically childish nature is a source of entertainment for the audience.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-31
Summary:

Little Wesley Barry's picture comes to the Coronet Theatre this evening, in 'Rags and Riches [sic],' which has won praise from all who have seen it. Primarily, it is a story for the children, but its many admirable qualities make it delightful for adults. Film synopsis included…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-03-31 - 1924-04-03
Summary:

Today till Thursday at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Wesley Barry in 'Rags to Riches.'