A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-08-08
Summary:

Victoria Theatre will commence to screen a mystery film 'The Shielding Shadow' on Friday. In the past, Pathe's serial 'Elaine,' 'Red Circle,' 'The Perils of Pauline' and 'The Iron Claw' were very successful. This is the latest Pathe mystery…

2
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-08-10 - 1917-08-10
Summary:

The Shielding Shadow,' the most amazing serial of wonder and mystery ever produced, featuring Grace Darmond, Leon Bary and Ralph Kellard; it is the first release on Pathe's new five million dollar serial programme and is now showing in all the leading halls in London with enormous…

3
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-01-19
Summary:

Priscilla Dean, queen of cinema crookdom [sic] since 'The Virgin of Stamboul,' will appear in 'Outside the Law,' which will be shown at the World Theatre. Tod Browning wrote and produced the film as a Universal-Jewel, at an expenditure of a quarter of a million dollars. The…

4
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-09-15
Summary:

Today, World Theatre is going to screen a R. A. Walsh drama entitled 'The Silent Lie' presented by William Fox. The drama features Miriam Cooper, Charles Clary and Ralph Lewis. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-11-04 - 1922-11-06
Summary:

Saturday 4th to Monday 6th at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m. and Sunday matinee at 9 p.m., D. W. Griffth [sic] presents 'Scarlet Days.' Saturday at 2.30 p.m., Sunday to Tuesday at 7.15 p.m., the new serial, 'The Woman in Grey,' episodes 1st & 2nd. November 4 Remarks: On page 4,…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-01-29
Summary:

All this week, Coronet Theatre is screening 'Dream Street,' a film that represents less than three score years. Produced by D.W. Griffith, the juvenile stars featured in the film are Carol Dempster, Ralph Graves and Charles Mack.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-02-07 - 1923-02-10
Summary:

Wed. 7th to Sat. 10th Feb. at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Ralph Ince in 'Out of the Snows,' in 7 parts. Booking at the Theatre. Price details included. February 9-10 Remarks: 'The Adventurers of Robinson Crusoe' [sic], epis. 9 & 10.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-02-08
Summary:

World Theatre is going to screen 'Out of Snows,' a Ralph Ince production released by National pictures. The film features Gladys Coburn and Zena Keefe. Film synopsis included.

9
Headline: Intolerance
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-04-13 - 1923-04-25
Summary:

April 13-14 Remarks: Teaser ads. The ads didn't mention the theatre's name, surmised from other ads. April 21 Remarks: The greatest picture of all time, 'Intolerance' will be shown at the Star. The cast includes Lilian [sic] Gish, Mae Marsh, Seena Owen, Constance Talmadge,…

10
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-09-21
Summary:

A private screening of the film 'Robin Hood' was done in the presence of Director of Education (The Hon. Mr. E. A. Irving), the acting Registrar of the University (The Rev. J. T. Holman), the Hon. Mr. Pollock, K. C., the Hon. Mr. R. H. Kotewall, Mr. E. Ralphs and other prominent…

11
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-01-02 - 1924-01-05
Summary:

January 1st to Saturday at 5.15 & 9.15 p.m., 'In the Name of the Law,' by a cast including Ralph Lewis, Ellar [sic] Hall, Johnie [sic] Walker and Claire M'Dowell [sic]. Admission, 9.15 p.m., $1.2 and 80 cents; 5.15 p.m., 80 and 50 cents. Usual price. Booking at the Theatre.…

12
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-03-05 - 1924-03-18
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 12.15, 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15 p.m., Ralph Lewis & Johnny [sic] Walker in 'The Third Alarm,' 'Felix Minds the Kids' [sic], and International News 99.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-04-21 - 1924-04-22
Summary:

Today & tomorrow at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Warner Baxter, Ralph Lewis and Derelys Perdue in 'Blow Your Own Horn.' and Inkwell Cartoon. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-05-22
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is going to screen 'Kindred of the Dust' featuring Miriam Cooper and Ralph Graves. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-06-12 - 1924-06-17
Summary:

The Globe Trotters' starring engagement of Charles Holt and Ralph Sawyer.

16
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-07-30
Summary:

This evening, Star Theatre will be showing a First National picture 'Kindred of the Dust' featuring Miriam Cooper who is famous for her performances in 'The Birth of a Nation' and 'Intolerance.' Raoul A. Walsh produced the film from the well-known novel of the same…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-08-25
Summary:

Queen's Theatre will be screening 'Prisoners of Love' featuring Betty Compson who is famous for her role in 'The Miracle Man,' till Thursday. Others in the cast include Ralph Lewis, Roy Stewart, Clara Horton and Emory Johnson.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-09-27 - 1924-09-27
Summary:

The Coronet: Today till Tuesday, Ralph Lewis in 'Westbound Limited' and Charlie Chaplin in 'The Rink.' The Star: Today only at 5.30 & 9.15, Winston Churchill's 'The Inside of the Cup' and Charlie Chaplin in 'The Fireman.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-09-27
Summary:

Queen's Theatre will be screening the Metro attraction 'The Five Dollar baby' starring Viola Dana and Ralph Lewis. There is plenty of humour in the film, along with good all-round entertainment. This film will be put on during the weekend and on Monday.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-09-29 - 1924-09-29
Summary:

The Coronet: Today and tomorrow, Ralph Lewis in 'Westbound Limited' and Charlie Chaplin in 'The Rink.' The Star: Last time today at 5.30 & 9.15, Hoot Gibson in 'Broadway or Bust.' Also, a new round of 'The Leather Pushers.'