A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: The Victoria
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-01-14
Summary:

The chief attraction in the current programme of the Victoria Theatre is the remarkably fine film 'Thou Shalt Not Covet.' It is the work of James Oliver Curwood and comprises five parts of an intensely gripping character. A Keystone comedy is included in the programme and is…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-01-14
Summary:

A fine film 'Thou shalt Not Covet' is now screening at the Victoria Theatre. It is written by James Oliver Curwood. The Keystone Comedy with Fatty in the leading role is indeed very funny. The 2nd episode of 'The Count of Monte Cristo' will be screened on Thursday.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-07-31
Summary:

The Vicar of Wakefield' adapted from the famous work of Goldsmith is going to be shown at the Victoria Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-08-01
Summary:

There was a packed house last night at the Victoria Theatre when Oliver Goldsmith's 'The Vicar of Wakefield' was screened.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-08-02
Summary:

Good audiences are attending the Victoria Theatre to see the 'Vicar of Wakefield' adapted from Goldsmith's famous novel.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-12-06
Summary:

A new Paramount picture entitled 'Giving Becky a Chance' in five parts is to be screened in Hongkong Theatre till Tuesday night. The film stars Vivian Martin and is produced by Oliver Morosco Photoplay Company. Film plot included. In addition, the 9th and 10th episodes of the '…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-12-17
Summary:

The film entitled 'Two Men and a Woman,' featuring Christine Mayo, will be screened this evening at Hongkong Theatre. On 24th and 25th inst., a special picture, the 'Wild Olive,' starring Myrtle Stedman will be given. On Saturday next a sensational drama, entitled 'The…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-12-18
Summary:

Elaborate preparations are being made at Hongkong Theatre for the Christmas season, and a liberal treat is anticipated for the children on X'mas Day at 2.30 p.m. matinee. The splendid film 'Two men and a woman,' in five reels, is being screened until Friday, featuring Crystine…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-26
Summary:

Lovers of the Cinema have again this week a great variety of pictures to choose from, pictures which are guaranteed to appeal to both young and old. At the Coronet Theatre there is showing a really good circus story, at the Hongkong Theatre a tale of present day social life, and at the Victoria…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-04-14
Summary:

The Two Orphans,' the last magnificent production of William Fox which has been screened during the last four days at the Hongkong Theatre, has been drawing crowded houses. Today a new programme is issued including a splendid Triangle comedy entitled 'Indiscreet Corinne,' features…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-04-29
Summary:

A sensational drama 'Common Clay' is now screened at Hongkong Theatre. Tomorrow night in response to a special request, the management will show 'The Two Orphans.' On Saturday the programme will include a magnificent drama 'An Even Break,' with Olive Thomas in the…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-09-13
Summary:

The film actress Olive Thomas, wife of Jack Pickford (brother of Mary Pickford) has died in hospital as a result of swallowing lotion containing bichloride of mercury which was intended for external application only. Her screams brought her husband, who administered an antidote, after which she…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-09-14
Summary:

Paris, Sept. 11 – The film actress Olive Thomas, wife of Jack Pickford (brother of Mary Pickford) has died in hospital as a result of swallowing lotion containing bichloride of mercury which was intended for external application only.

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Headline: Kinema Notes
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-04-20
Summary:

At the Hongkong Theatre Oliver Morosco presents Jack Pickford and Louise Huff in 'Jack and Jill' from the story of Margret Turnbull. Interesting comedies will also be shown.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-05-07
Summary:

James Oliver Curwood's latest story of the Northland, 'Isobel, or The Trail's End,' is now available at the Coronet Theatre for a run of several days. This film drama is a product of Edwin Carewe, and is presented with a cast which features House Peters and Jane Novak.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-05-07
Summary:

One of the most talented casts whichever portrayed a James Oliver Curwood story on the screen is to be found in 'Isobel or The Trail's End,' which opens a run in Coronet Theatre. The film starred House Peters and Jane Novak. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-05-09
Summary:

The production notes, synopsis and review of James Oliver Curwood's famous novel adaption 'Isobel or The Trail's End,' an Edwin Carewe production which features House Peters and Jane Novak. The film was shown in Coronet Theatre.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-09
Summary:

Olive Thomas, star of 'Love's Prisoner' will be the heroine of an original and fascinating detective story at the World Theatre today, with William V. Mong and Joe King as her principal supporters. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-10
Summary:

Love's Prisoner' is the attraction of the World Theatre this weekend. The plot is an original one and the story is well portrayed with Olive Thomas in the principal and a good cast. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-02-27
Summary:

World Theatre will screen 'The Follies Girl,' a five-part Triangle production featuring Olive Thomas, tomorrow. Film synopsis included.