A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-10-25
Summary:

A statement about the winter season of Victoria Theatre has been made by Mr. J. J. Blake, the manager. Concerning serial pictures were so much appreciated by cinema-goers, Mr. Blake has arranged to screen first 'The Grip of Evil,' with Jackie Saunders in the leading role. Other serials…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-07-19
Summary:

Probably the youngest of the stage beauties whose charm and talent have won Broadway is Marion Davies, characterised as the most appealingly attractive girl on the American stage, who makes her photoplay debut in the much-talked-of comedy-drama 'Runaway Romany,' written by herself and…

3
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-09-16
Summary:

Wilson K. Midgley writes in the Daily News as follows: Vain efforts have been made in the past to introduce the 'pictures' into the spheres of religion, education, and of various kinds of reform. Peace has brought them at a stroke into international politics. There are two companies…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-02-05 - 1921-02-07
Summary:

Select Pictures presents 'The Belle of New York' featuring the most popular and beautiful Marion Davies.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-02-10 - 1921-02-11
Summary:

Pauline Frederick in 'Double Crossed' in 5 parts. At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Marion Davies in 'The Belle of New York.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-02-23
Summary:

The inimitable Harold Lloyd last night provided the fun of the evening at the Coronet in a fine comedy which featured also his new partner, Mildred Davis. A doctor newly launched into practice, a secret home-distillery, and a girl patient formed the ideas for this latest Lloyd comedy, which this…

7
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-04-04 - 1921-04-04
Summary:

Select Pictures presents Marion Davis in 'The Belle of New York' in 5 parts, to be shown only at 5.15 & 9.15 p.m. By special request tomorrow at 7.15 p.m., Norma Talmadge's 'Ghosts of Yesterday,' in 6 parts, will be show for the last time. At Sunday's matinee at…

8
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-06-01 - 1922-06-01
Summary:

Geo. H. Davis presents 'The Heart of the North,' featuring Roy Stewart and Louise Lovely. Illustration included.

9
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-10-17 - 1922-10-19
Summary:

Today at 5.15 & 9.15 p.m., Marion Davies in 'The Burden of Proof.' At 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., Charles Hutchison in 'Double Adventure,' epis. 14 & 15 (final). Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-10-17
Summary:

World Theatre is going to screen 'The Burden of Proof' featuring Marion Davies, for three nights commencing from Tuesday. The film is directed by Julius Steger. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-03-15 - 1923-03-16
Summary:

The Coronet: George Arlisl [sic] in 'The Ruling Passion,' and Topical Budget. The Star: Today at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., Marion Davies in 'The Cinema Murder,' in 6 reels. March 17 Remarks: The Star - Sun. at 6 and 9.15, 'Black Is White.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-03-15
Summary:

Today, Star Theatre is going to present 'The Cinema Murder' the film version of a well-known novel by E. Phillips Oppenheim. The film features Marion Davies and Nigel Barrie.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-03-17
Summary:

Today, Star Theatre is screening 'The Cinema Murder' featuring Marion Davies. On Sunday and Monday, the attraction will be 'Black Is White,' featuring Dorothy Dalton.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-03-24
Summary:

Tonight, Coronet Theatre will be screening 'My Wild Irish Rose' for the last time. Tomorrow it will be followed by 'The Cinema Murder,' featuring Marion Davies. Next week, the theatre will be screening 'The Sheik's Wife.' Being filmed in Arab, the picture…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-04-03
Summary:

All this week, Coronet Theatre is going to screen a romantic comedy entitled 'Dr. Jack' featuring Harold Lloyd and Mildred Davis. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-09-03 - 1923-09-04
Summary:

Mon. 3rd & Tue. 4th Sept. at 5.15 & 9.15 p.m., 'The Scarlet Car,' from the gripping novel by Richard Harding Davis, featuring Herbert Rawlinson. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-09-05 - 1923-09-07
Summary:

Today itill Saturday at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15, Mary Pickford in 'Pollyanna,' from Eleanor H. Porter's novel, screen adaption by Frances Marion, photographed by Charles Rosher. Illustration included. September 5 Remarks: Other ads on page 4 & 7.

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

Today at 2.30, 5.30 & 9.15, 'Forbidden Fruit.' Price details included. Tomorrow at 6 & 9.15, Marion Davies in 'April Folly,' and Felix the Cat in '50-50.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-01-14 - 1924-01-14
Summary:

Cosmopolitan Productions' 'April Folly' by Cynthia Stockley with Marion Davies, a Paramount picture. Illustration included. Together with Felix, the Cat in 'Fifty-Fifty,' and Neely Edwards in 'Hoboes De Luxe.'

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-10-06 - 1924-10-09
Summary:

Monday to Thursday, Oct. 6th to 9th, at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15 p.m., Metro presents Bessie Love and Gareth Hughes in 'Forget-Me-Not.' Price details included. October 6 Remarks: Small ads on page 3, 4 & 5. October 8-9 Remarks: Commencing Friday, Oct. 10th, Marion Davies in…