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: 1921-11-05
Summary:

In 'Wolves of the North,' the Universal photodrama which is now running at the Hongkong Theatre, wolf-men are depicted. The story was written by Norman Dawn, who also directed it, with Eva Novak in the principal role. Film synopsis included.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-03-10
Summary:

Edith Roberts, the Universal star, who starred in 'Lasca,' is coming to the World Theatre today in 'The Fire Cat.' The film was written and directed by Norman Dawn, it carries the same elements as 'Lasca' and 'The Adorable Savage.' Wallace McDonald was a…

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Headline: When Dawn Came'
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-28
Summary:

Hugh E. Dierker's great production, 'When Dawn Came,' which will be shown at the World Theatre commencing tonight shows you how to get acquainted with yourself. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-02-14
Summary:

A big audience evinced its unmistakable appreciation of 'Thundering Dawn,' the latest Coronet picture, last night. J. Warren Kerrigan, a veteran in Movieland, is the hero, and he is supported by the popular Anna Q. Nillson [sic]. The plot is strong, with lots of good acting and the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-04-09
Summary:

The featuring attraction at the Hongkong Theatre today and Monday is a picturization of Eleanor H. Porter's novel, 'Dawn.' It is a Blackton production starring Sylvia Breamer and Robert Gordon, Fanny Rice, Gus Alexander, Eddie Dunn, Margaret Barry and others.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-02-15
Summary:

Picture-goers at the Coronet Theatre last night were treated to an excellent film spectacle of the colourful life of tropical Java, in 'Thundering Dawn,' a Universal Super-Jewel which stars Anna Q. Nilsson and J. Warren Kerrigan. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-10-28
Summary:

When Dawn Came,' a photodramatic masterpiece produced and supervised by Hugh E. Dierker, will be shown at the World Theatre. Plot and production details included.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-03-10 - 1922-03-11
Summary:

Commencing Friday till Monday, Carl Laemmle presents Edith Roberts in 'The Fire Cat,' featuring Wallace MacDonald, Arthur Jasmine, Walter Long and Beatrice Dominguez, Norman Dawn's thundering drama.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-04
Summary:

At the Hongkong Theatre tomorrow, 'Wolves of the North,' Eva Novak's dramatic screen story of the Alaskan Wilds, will be shown. Supporting Eva Novak in her starring role will be seen Herbert Heyes, Starke Patterson [sic], Percy Chattenger [sic], Barbara Tennant and others. Norman…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-04-08
Summary:

Dawn,' one of the Eleanor H. Porter's most widely read novels, is the attraction at the Hongkong Theatre tomorrow. The producer of the film is J. Stuart Blackton, and in it, Sylvia Breamer and Robert Gordon are starred. Stanley Olmstead adapted the story to the screen. Harry Davenport…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-09-15 - 1920-09-17
Summary:

Tonight, Hazel Dawn in 'The Masqueraders.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-09-15 - 1920-09-17
Summary:

Tonight, Hazel Dawn in 'The Masqueraders.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-01-19 - 1921-01-19
Summary:

Hazel Dawn in 'Clarissa,' a Paramount picture in 3 parts.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-09-15 - 1920-09-17
Summary:

Tonight! Paramount presents Hazel Dawn in 'The Masqueraders.'

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

The attraction at the World Theatre this weekend is a seven-reel adaptation of Hugh E. Dierker's famous book. 'When Dawn Came' is a splendid picture, with superb acting and charming scenery. It contains a strong religious element, and Roman Catholics in particular should not fail…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-01-20 - 1921-01-22
Summary:

Louisiana' Trio and Quartette in their latest comic songs and Hazel Dawn in 'Clarissa.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-03-10
Summary:

The Fire Cat,' a Universal film starring Edith Roberts, will be shown at the World Theatre on Friday. The film is written and directed by Norman Oawn [sic], and Edith Roberts previously presented in 'Lasca' and 'The Adorable Savage.' In addition, Edith Roberts in '…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-03-10
Summary:

World Theatre will screen 'The Fire Cat' this Friday. The film casts Edith Roberts who had a distinctive personality in 'Lasca.' It is written and directed by Norman Oawn [sic]. The film shares the elements of 'Lasca' and 'The Adorable Savage.' The film…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-01-19 - 1921-01-19
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Hazel Dawn in 'Clarissa,' a Paramount picture in 5 parts.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-01-19 - 1921-01-19
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Hazel Dawn in 'Clarissa,' a Paramount Picture in 5 parts.