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: 1908-09-30 - 1908-10-26
Summary:

Two performances every night including magnificent comic and dramatic films; Performance from the French Artistes Mlle. Cecilia & Mr. C. Verari, and the talented singer and dancer of the Tivoli Theatre of Sydney, Miss Ph. E. MacDonald

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-10-10 - 1913-10-14
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15, the magnificent detective picture 'The Escape of the White Glove Gang' in three parts and Gaumont Graphic. Also a fine selection of comic and interesting pictures. For 4 nights only, commencing on 15th October, 'For the King.' 'The Last Ray of Sunshine…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-10-27 - 1913-10-30
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15, a fine selection of comic and interesting pictures will be shown. Also, the great fantastic film 'The Pact on Don Juan.' Watch for the dramatic picture 'The Last Ray of Sunshine.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-10-31 - 1913-11-03
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15, the dramatic picture 'The Last Ray of Sunshine' and 'Gaumont Graphic' Also some exceedingly comic and interesting pictures. Coming, 'Quo Vadis,' battle of waterloo.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-04-17 - 1915-04-20
Summary:

From Apr 17 to 20, detective drama 'The Trust' in 2 parts - length 3,000 feet; powerful drama 'A Ray of Sun' in 3 parts - length 5,000 feet; also comic pictures; performance by Albert Morrow on Apr 21.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-04-08
Summary:

Before opening time last night the Coronet Theatre (showing Douglas Fairbanks and an 'all comedy' list) had the 'house full' sign out. Mr. Ray evidently knows what the people want, and is getting it for them.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-03-11
Summary:

Between Men' is the title of the principal picture now being screened at the Hongkong Theatre. The drama was written by C. G. Sullivan and Thos. H. Ince. Film synopsis included. Further episodes of the 'Mystery Ship' will be screened during the Weekend, together with a number of…

8
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-26
Summary:

This afternoon, the fine photodrama entitled 'The Sheriff's Son' is being shown at the Hongkong Theatre. Charles Ray is in the leading role. A comedy, with Screen Magazine will also be shown.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-04
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-10-02 - 1923-10-02
Summary:

The Coronet: Today, Charles Ray in 'A Tailor Made Man' at 2.15, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15. Usual prices. The Star: Tonight at 5.30 & 9.15, Douglas Fairbanks in 'When the Clouds Roll By.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-10-02 - 1923-10-02
Summary:

Arthur S. Kane presents Charles Ray in 'A Tailor-Made Man,' by Harry James Smith as produced by Cohan and Harris in the United States of America, directed by Joseph De Grasse. Illustration included.

12
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-10-02 - 1923-10-02
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.15, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Charles Ray in 'A Tailor-Made Man.' Usual prices. The Star: Tonight at 5.30 and 9.15, Douglas Fairbanks in 'When the Clouds Roll by.'

13
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-10-02
Summary:

Charles Ray breaks new ground in his first United Artists production, 'A Tailor-Made Man,' which is showing at the Coronet. Film plot included.

14
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-10-02
Summary:

From today until Friday, Star Theatre is screening a United Artists production entitled 'A Tailor Made Man' featuring Charles Ray. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-10-02
Summary:

Although John Paul Bart was only an obscure clothes-presser in the tailor's shop, he had a most consuming ambition. Film synopsis included. How Paul goes about this ticklish matter, and his trials and hardships before his plans work out to a triumphant conclusion, form the theme of '…

16
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-10-02 - 1923-10-02
Summary:

The Coronet: Today, Charles Ray in 'A Tailor-Made Man.' At 2.15, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15. Usual prices. The Star: Tonight at 5.30 and 9.15, Douglas Fairbanks in 'When the Clouds Roll By.'

17
Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-10-03 - 1923-10-05
Summary:

Charles Ray in 'A Tailor Made Man,' a United Artists production. Today at 2.15, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15 at the Coronet.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-10-03 - 1923-10-05
Summary:

The Coronet: Today, Charles Ray in 'A Tailor Made Man' [sic] at 2.15, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15. Usual prices. The Star: Today at 5.30, 'An Accidental Honeymoon.' At 9.15, Forbes Russell Comedy Co.

19
Headline: At the Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-10-03 - 1923-10-04
Summary:

Today 2.15, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Charles Ray in 'A Tailor-Made Man,' a United Artists production with a novel plot. October 3 Remarks: Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-10-03 - 1923-10-04
Summary:

The Coronet: Today 2.15, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Charles Ray in 'A Tailor-Made Man.' Usual prices. The Star: Today at 5.30, 'An Accidental Honeymoon.' At 9.15, Forbes Russell Comedy Co. in 'Romance.'