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: 1923-09-04
Summary:

Mabel Normand in 'Molly O'' is proving a popular attraction at the Coronet. The star herself is cast as the little Irish heroine. The story is reminiscent of 'Cinderella,' in that the poor little slave of the household dreams her dreams, meets her prince, and lives…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-08-31 - 1923-08-31
Summary:

How at the Coronet next change your picture will be found? Every Hongkong movie fan will sure be glad to know that Mabel Normand will be seen as Irish Molly O!

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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: 1923-09-03
Summary:

The picture 'Molly O' is going to present in Coronet This week. The film is starred by Mabel Normand. Film plot included.

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

Coronet Theatre will be screening 'Molly O'' featuring Mabel Normand. The film portrays the family life of O' Dairs. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-01
Summary:

Mabel Normand makes a triumphant return to the screen in her feature, 'Molly O',' which will be presented at the Coronet for one week commencing tonight. For some months, she was prevented by serious illness from appearing in pictures, but is now fortunately recovered, and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-12-13
Summary:

Molly King is a fine cook in making candy and she was successful starring in Pathe's serial 'Mystery of the Double Cross,' which is shown at the Victoria Theatre. Some of the recipes included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-03
Summary:

There is a sensational and highly dramatic finale to the film 'Molly O',' which is being shown at the Coronet this week. Mabel Normand is admittedly a comedy actress of genuine ability. Other casts include George Nicholls [sic] and Anna Hernandez. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-08-31 - 1923-08-31
Summary:

How at the Coronet next change your picture will be found? Every Hongkong movie fan will sure be glad to know that Mabel Normand will be seen as Irish 'Molly O'.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-04-14
Summary:

Beginning tomorrow, World Theatre will be screening a Warner Brothers Classic 'Little Johnny Jones' featuring Johnny Hines. The film is adapted from the famous play of the same name written by George M. Cohan. The supporting cast includes Windham [sic] Standing, Margaret Seddon, Robert…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-04-14
Summary:

Johnny Hines, called the George M. Cohan of the screen, has the starring role in 'Little Johnny Jones' which will be the feature attraction of the week at the World Theatre beginning tomorrow. 'Little Johnny Jones' is a Warner Brothers classic of the screen, adapted from the…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-05-03
Summary:

Mollie King plays a dual role in 'Her Majesty,' which is now showing at the World Theatre. The film is written by H. Thompson Rich. Other starring included Creighton Hale. While a two-part Snub Pollard comedy completes the programme for the week.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-08-30 - 1923-08-31
Summary:

Molly, dear, and did you hear the news that, going round how at the Coronet next change your picture will be found? Every Hongkong movie fan will sure be glad to know that Mabel Normand will be seen as Irish 'Molly O!'

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-09-01 - 1923-09-04
Summary:

Tonight till Tuesday at usual prices, Mabel Normand in Mack Sennett's 'Molly O'.'

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-01 - 1923-09-04
Summary:

Tonight till Tuesday, Mabel Normand in Mack Sennett's big comedy drama, 'Molly O'.' At usual prices.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-09-01 - 1923-09-04
Summary:

Tonight till Tuesday, a triumphant return to the screen of Mabel Normand in Mack Sennett's 'Molly O'.' At usual prices.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-29 - 1921-10-31
Summary:

Mollie King in 'Suspense.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-08-10
Summary:

At Hongkong Theatre, a 5-part production featuring Vivian Martin, 'Molly Entangled' will be screened. An excellent 2 part comedy and International News scenes, will also be shown.

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

Johnny Hines's 'Little Johny Jones,' a screen adaptation of the stage success of the same name written and acted by the one and only George M. Cohan, will be shown at the World Theatre soon. The film is produced by Warner Bros, story based on the career of Tod Sloan, directed by…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-05-25 - 1925-05-25
Summary:

Today and tomorrow at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., Mabel Normand in 'Molly O'' and Charlie Chaplin in 'The Count.'