A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Boxing
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-12-27
Summary:

A monster programme is to be presented by Hugh McIntosh [sic] at the Skating Rink on the 1st of January. We understand that Private Potter, K.O.Y.L.I. will not fight anymore in Hongkong. In addition to the attractive boxing programme, the sensational fight films, showing the combat between Owen…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-12-28 - 1912-12-28
Summary:

Featherweight Championship of the Orient; The sensational fight films of 11 rounds, Owen Moran v. Battling Nelson

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Headline: Boxing
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-12-28
Summary:

The New Year's 'gift' at the Skating Rink on January 1st, promoted by Mr. Hugh MacIntosh, one of the principal attractions on that evening will undoubtedly be the fight pictures which are to be shown. The films show the fight between Owen Moran and Battling Nelson.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-01-01
Summary:

Mr. Jack Grace informs us that although he will be unable tonight to show the film depicting the fight between Owen Moran and Battling Nelson, owing to the Skating Rink not coming within the requirements of the law for such purposes, he hopes to have it shown at one of the local cinema theatres…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-08-05 - 1914-08-07
Summary:

Films screenings including 'Snapshot Revenge', 'Wiffles in Trouble Again', 'Hubby's Polly', 'Salmon Fishing & Scenery on the Columbia'; Screening of Pathe's British and American Weekly; Coming film: 'Rocambole' (2nd Series)

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-08-05 - 1914-08-07
Summary:

Some exceedingly comic & interesting pictures from Aug 5 to 7, including 'The Snapshot Revenge,' 'Wiffles in Trouble Again,' 'Hubby's Polly,' 'Salmon Fishing & Scenery on the Columbia,' and 'Pathe's British & American Weekly…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-18
Summary:

The Auction Block' which proved so popular at the Coronet Theatre a few weeks ago, is to be screened again tonight. It is a Rex Beach production in seven parts and features Rubye De Remer. Commencing of Saturday, partons will have an opportunity of seeing Mae Marsh, the actress who was in D…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-20 - 1920-02-20
Summary:

Producer, star and story all combine to make 'Polly of the Circus' a great photoplay. You have seen 'The Auction Block,' 'Thais' and 'Dodging a Million,' so you know what the name Goldwyn means on a picture; you have not yet forgotten the wonderful acting…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-02-21 - 1920-02-25
Summary:

Producer, star and story all combine 'Polly of the Circus,' a great photoplay. You have seen 'The Auction Block,' 'The Thais' and 'Dodging a Million,' so you know what the name Goldwyn means on a picture. You have not yet forgotten the acting of Mae Marsh…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-23 - 1920-02-23
Summary:

Ask those who have seen it, their opinion of 'Polly of the Circus' and then ring up 1743 and book your seats in advance at the Coronet.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-23 - 1920-02-25
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Mae Marsh in 'Polly of the Circus.' Tonight at 7.15 p.m., 'The Circus King' episodes 5 and 6. Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-23
Summary:

Crowded houses have been the order of the day at the Coronet, where is being screened Goldwyn's 'Polly of the Circus,' with Mae Marsh. The film is in eight parts and which was the means of bringing Samuel Goldwyn into the front rank of American producers. Some very clever acting…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-24 - 1920-02-24
Summary:

In Shanghai, they charged $2.00 per seat to see 'Polly of the Circus.' It is showing at usual prices at the Coronet.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-25 - 1920-02-25
Summary:

Previous arrangements prevent us from screening after tonight Goldwyn's beautiful photoplay, 'Polly of the Circus.' May we therefore ask those who have not yet seen this idyll of circus life to do so tonight?

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

Mae Marsh is now appearing in the first Goldwyn production 'Polly of the Circus,' which is showing at the Coronet Theatre. Those who saw Miss Marsh in 'The Escape' or in 'Intolerance' will readily admit that she is a magnificent actress. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-07-27 - 1920-07-27
Summary:

Goldwyn presents Geraldine Farrar and Lou Tellegen in the mammoth picturization of a great romance, 'Flame of the Desert,' the throbbing drama of a Desert Wooing in seven pulsating parts. You know what the name Goldwyn means on a photoplay; you have never yet seen a mediocre Goldwyn…

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Headline: Tonight
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-14 - 1921-07-14
Summary:

The commencement of a Coronet super season: Norma Talmadge in 'The Woman Gives'; Anita Stewart in 'Mind-the-Paint Girl'; Charles Ray in 'Peaceful Valley'; Mildred Harris in 'Polly of the Storm Country.' All First National attractions. See special…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-07-30 - 1921-08-01
Summary:

Mildred Harris Chaplin in 'Polly of the Storm Country,' and Harold Lloyd in his $100,000 comedy 'Bumping Into Broadway.'

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Headline: Kowloon Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-30 - 1921-08-01
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15, Mildred Harris Chaplin in 'Polly of the Home Country' [sic]. Also Harold Lloyd in his $100,000 comedy, 'Bumping Into Broadway.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-07-30
Summary:

Kowloon residents are promised a fine entertainment at the Kowloon Theatre tonight when 'Polly of the Storm Country' will be screened for the first time. The photography is superb. Also included in the programme is a laughter-compeller of Harold Lloyd's entitled 'Bumping Into…