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: 1923-01-10
Summary:

Occasionally Yours,' a Robertson-Cole super-special starring Lew Cody, will be shown at the World Theatre for a run of four days beginning today. It is adapted to the screen by H. Tipton Steck from a story by Elmer Forst. Besides, Mr. Cody previously appeared in 'The Beloved Cheater…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-01-10
Summary:

World Theatre is going to screen Robertson-Cole's 'Occasionally Yours' starring Lew Cody, for four days beginning today. Ideal settings in the picture help create the atmosphere which brings out the character of this 'lovable rogue.' The cast includes Betty Blythe,…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-01-11
Summary:

Occasionally Yours,' starring Lew Cody, Betty Blythe, Elinor Fair, Lillian Rambeau, Dorothy Wallace, Cleo Ridgely, Yvonne Gardelle, William Quinn, Barney Sherry and Lloyd Hamilton, is being shown in World Theatre. Film plot included. Other programme included 'Dodge Your Debts' by…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-12
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-10-15 - 1923-10-16
Summary:

Mae Marsh in 'The Little 'Fraid Lady.' October 15 Remarks: Illustration included. October 16 Remarks: Form the novel by Marjorie Benton Cooke and a Robertson-Cole production.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-10-15 - 1923-10-15
Summary:

Robertson-Cole presents Mae Marsh in 'The Little ‘Fraid Lady,' by Marjorie Benton Cooke. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-10-16 - 1923-10-16
Summary:

Wednesday to Saturday, an exceptional strong drama with an unusual diversity of locale, Robertson-Cole announces the triumphant screen return of the petite whimsical star, Mae Marsh in 'The Little ‘Fraid Lady,' from the novel by Marjorie Benton Cooke.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-10-17
Summary:

Beginning today for a run of three days, World Theatre is going to screen the new Robertson-Cole production 'The Little 'Fraid Lady' starring Mae Marsh. The story is adapted from Marjorie Benton Cooke's popular novel, 'The Girl Who Lived in the Woods' and directed…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-10-17
Summary:

In 'The Little 'Fraid Lady,' her latest Robertson-Cole production adapted from Marjorie Benton Cooke's popular novel, 'The girl who lived in the woods,' Miss Mae Marsh has a vehicle which allows her full scope for the expression of the whimsical charm. The picture…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-11-12
Summary:

One of the most brilliant casts of the year, including such noted players as Pauline Starke, Rose Dione and Tully Marshall; a story of uncommon interest laid in that most picturesque region on the American continent, and the superb direction by Louis J. Gasnier all combine to make 'Silent…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-04-02 - 1925-04-04
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Mia May in 'The Price She Paid,' adapted from E. Bajda's famous stage play in eight reels, with special music at ordinary prices. Coming, 'The Barefoot Boy,' with an all-star cast including John Bowers, Marjorie Daw and others.…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-04-02 - 1925-04-04
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.15 and 9.15, Mia May in 'The Price She Paid,' adapted from E. Bajda's famous stage play. With special music at ordinary prices. Coming, 'The Barefoot Boy,' with John Bowers, Marjorie Daw and others. Also Jack Dempsey in 'West of the Water…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-04-04 - 1925-04-08
Summary:

Today till Wednesday, 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'The Barefoot Boy' featuring John Bowers, Marjorie Daw, Sylvia Breamer, and a marvellous all star cast. Also Jack Dempsey in 'West of the Water Bucket,' the third of the 'Fight and Win' series. Picture or illustration…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-04-04 - 1925-04-04
Summary:

Starting tomorrow, 6 and 9.15 p.m., 'The Barefoot Boy,' with an all-star cast including John Bowers, Marjorie Daw, Tully Marshall, Raymond Hatton, Sylvia Breamer and others. Also Jack Dempsey in 'Wets of the Water Bucket' [sic], the third of the 'Fight and Win'…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-04-04
Summary:

No expense has been spared by Producer David Kirkland to make 'The Barefoot Boy,' which opens at the World Theatre tomorrow. 'The Barefoot Boy' is based on a poem of the same name by John Greenleaf Whittier, dean of New England poets. Film synopsis included. Frankie Lee is a…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-04-04 - 1925-04-07
Summary:

Starting tomorrow at 6 and 9.15, 'The Barefoot Boy,' with John Bowers, Marjorie Daw, Tully Marshall, Raymond Hatton, Sylvia Breamer and others. Also Jack Dempsey in 'West of the Water Bucket.' Today only at 5.15 and 9.15, Mia May in 'The Price She Paid.' April 6…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-04-06 - 1925-04-06
Summary:

Today till Wednesday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'The Barefoot Boy,' featuring John Bowers, Marjorie Daw, Sylvia Breamer and a marvellous all-star cast. Also, Jack Dempsey in 'West of the Water Bucket,' the third of the 'Fight and Win' series. Today till Wednesday at 2.…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-04-06 - 1925-04-06
Summary:

Today till Wednesday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'The Barefoot Boy,' suggested by Whittier's immortal poem, with an all-star cast including John Bowers, Marjorie Daw, Tully Marshall and others. Also the world's heavyweight champion in 'West of the Water Bucket,' the…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-04-06
Summary:

Marjorie Daw, who plays the leading roles in 'The Barefoot Boy,' a picturization of John Greenleaf Whittier's immortal poem, showing at the World Theatre today, is one of the most unmannered young actresses on the screen today. Her interview included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-04-06
Summary:

In 'The Barefoot Boy,' a picturization of John Greenleaf Whittier's charming poem of the country boy, opened yesterday at the World Theatre, for a four-day run. There is a vast unexplored field for directors and producers with imagination in these exquisite gems, written by the…