A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Palisade
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1916-08-01 - 1916-08-03
Summary:

(Out-of-door pictures, location near post office, Kowloon) 'The Money Kings' in 3 parts tonight. Pictures including 'Panama Canal' (in 2 parts) and 'In the Red Man's Country' (in 2 parts). Comics including 'Willy and the Bank Note,' and 'Bedelia…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-08-26 - 1916-08-28
Summary:

Tonight, Oppenheim's great mystery serial, 4th and 5th episodes of 'The Black Box,' with each succeeding instalment, the mystery of 'The Black Box' increases in interest and intense excitement, each episode contains a smashing climax; Comedy and Tragedy in 3 reels, a…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-10 - 1922-10-10
Summary:

Today at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., Harry Sheldon in 'Men,' a powerful drama. Tomorrow, debut of the king of the music, Baron Lambert Bibo. Booking at the Star Ferry Wharf for Hongkong residents. Free ferry tickets both ways. Open daily: 4.30 to 5.15 p.m. and 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday: 2 to 2.15 p…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-05-29
Summary:

It will be remembered that a few Sundays back the orchestras of the Star and Coronet rendered an excellent orchestral programme. The opening piece Lavallee's 'King of Diamonds' (Overture) was played. We were offered such well-known pieces as the 'Spring Song' (…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-09-08 - 1923-09-10
Summary:

The Coronet: 'The Ladder Jinx.' The Star: At 6 & 9.15, Mabel Normand in 'Molly O'.' September 10 Remarks: 'Foolish Wives' coming soon.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-08 - 1923-09-08
Summary:

The Coronet: 6, 7.30 and 9.15, 'The Ladder Jinx.' The Star: 6 and 9.15, Mabel Normand in 'Molly O'.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-10 - 1923-09-10
Summary:

The Coronet: Today only, 'The Ladder Jinx.' The Star: Today only, Mabel Normand in 'Molly O'.' Coming soon: 'Foolish Wives.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-10
Summary:

Molly O'' with Mabel Normand in the stellar part will be shown for the last time at the Star tonight. Film plot included. Miss Normand's comedy is always good, and the production as a whole is first-class.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-09-10 - 1923-09-10
Summary:

The Coronet: Today only, 'The Ladder Jinx.' The Star: Today only, Mabel Normand in 'Molly O'.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-11-01 - 1923-11-01
Summary:

Thursday, Friday and Saturday, November 1st, 2nd and 3rd twice daily, starting tonight at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., another big weekend treat, a big double show, extra special film feature, Max Linder in 'The Three Must-Get-Theres.' Extra added vaudeville feature, king of entertainments,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-11-21
Summary:

It requires no great wisdom to be able to predict that the Star will be crowded for the next two days when it is mentioned that Harold Lloyd in 'Doctor Jack' is the big attraction. There are lots of people who never otherwise go inside a cinema who throw aside all other engagements…

12
Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-02-23 - 1924-02-25
Summary:

Tomorrow and Monday, Famous Players-Lasky Corporation presents Sydney Chaplin in 'King, Queen and Joker,' a Paramount picture. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-02-23
14
Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-02-23 - 1924-02-23
Summary:

Last showing of Mae Murray in 'The Gilded Lily.' Sunday and Monday, Sid [sic] Chaplin in 'King, Queen, Joker.'

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-02-25 - 1924-02-25
Summary:

Tonight only at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., Sydney Chaplin in 'Kings Queen Joker,' a Paramount picture. Illustration included.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-02-25 - 1924-02-25
Summary:

Tonight only at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., Famous Players-Lasky Corporation presents Sydney Chaplin in 'King, Queen, Joker.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-04-26
18
Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-06-21 - 1924-06-21
Summary:

Last time today at 5.30 and 9.15, William S. Hart in 'The Toll Gate.' Also Larry Semon in 'A Pair of Kings' and B. A. T. China News, arrival of reception of American Fliers in Shanghai. Commencing Sunday, Rex Beach's 'The Iron Trail.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-07-12
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-08-07 - 1924-08-07
Summary:

Carl Laemmle presents Baby Peggy in 'The Darling New York,' a Universal-Jewel big picture. Directed by King Baggot. Illustration included.