A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-09-06 - 1921-09-09
Summary:

Friday, September 9th at 9.15 p.m., Grand Benefit Concert in aid of the widow of the late Lc Cpl. Way, Wiltshire Regiment, under the distinguished patronage of H. E. the governor, Sir R. E. Stubbs, K. C. M. G., H. E. L general, G. M. Kirk Patrick, K. C. B., K. C. S. L., programme organized by Mr…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-10-12
Summary:

The Westerners,' which was the principal attraction at the World Theatre last night, is a picturization of Stewart Edward White's famous novel of the same name, produced by Benjamin B. Hampton for Great Authors Picture, Inc. and enacted by screen artists as Roy Stewart, Mildred Manning…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-10-21 - 1921-10-24
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., 'When a Women Strikes,' featuring Ben Wilson, Rosemary Theby, Neva Gerber, Murdock MacQuarrie and Robert Brower. Matinee at 5.15 p.m., 'The Scarlet Pimpernel'; 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Trailed by Three' 6th and 7th episodes and 'A Trip Around…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-10-21 - 1921-10-24
Summary:

Tonight 9.15 p.m., 'When a Woman Strikes' featuring Ben Wilson, Rosemary Theby, Neva Gerber, Murdock MacQuarrie and Robert Brower. Matinee 5.15 p.m., 'The Scarlet Pimpernel'; 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Trailed by Three' 6 and 7 episodes. Popular prices. Booking at Messrs…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-22 - 1921-10-24
Summary:

Tonight 9.15 p.m., 'When a Woman Strikes' featuring Ben Wilson, Rosemary Theby, Neva Gerber, Murdock MacQuarrie and Robert Brower. Matinee 5.15 p.m., 'The Scarlet Pimpernel.' 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., 'Trailed by Three,' 6 & 7 epis. Popular prices. Booking at Messrs…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-10-24
Summary:

A meeting of the Licensing Board will be held on Friday. There are applications for renewals of licenses, and a new application is that of Mr. J. J. Blake for a Theatre Licence for the World Cinema.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-10-25
Summary:

With reference to the Magistracy, a meeting of the Licensing Board will be held in the Council Chamber on Friday. John Johnson Blake applied the theatre License for the World Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-11-04
Summary:

Local kinema concerns seeking theatre liquor licences for their premises need expect little sympathy from the Licensing Board was clear from the proceedings of the annual session this afternoon when an application by Mr. John Johnson Blake in respect of the World Theatre was refused. Court…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-08
Summary:

The Frohman Amusement Co., of which William L. Sherrill is the alpha and omega, has constructed a moving picture property in 'Once to Every Man,' a feature in which J. Sherrill co-stars with Mabel Withee. Miss Withee has been concerned in Al Jolson's Winter Garden productions.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-11-09
Summary:

The Frohman Amusement Co. of which William L. Sherrill is the alpha and omega, has constructed a fine piece of moving picture property in 'Once to Every Man,' a feature in which J. Sherrill co-starred with Mabel [sic] Withee. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-11-11
Summary:

Characterized by splendid direction and acting is 'The Foolish Virgin,' the Selznick picture featuring Clara Kimball Young. Albert Capellani has adapted and produced this story by Thomas Dixon in his own style. The cast includes Paul Capellani, William Welch, Edward Elkas and Catherine…

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

The Foolish Virgin' is the Selznick picture featuring Clara Kimball Young. Meanwhile, Albert Capellani has adapted and produced this story by Thomas Dixon. In addition, Clara Kimball Young is supported by Conway Tearle, Paul Capellani, William Welch [sic], Edward Elkas, and Catherine…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-11-11
Summary:

Characterized by splendid direction and acting 'The Foolish Virgin,' the Selznick picture featuring Clara Kimball Young, comes to the World Theatre this evening. Albert Capellani has adapted and produced this story by Thomas Dixon in his own style. Other cast included William Welch,…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-11-30 - 1921-11-30
Summary:

Bernard Durning in 'Seeds of Vengeance.' Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-11-30 - 1921-12-05
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Bernard Durning in 'Seeds of Vengeance.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, Marie Walcamp in 'The Dragon's Net' 3rd and 4th episodes. Booking at Messrs Mehta and Co., Tel 951. November 30 Remarks: Another ad. on page 5. Illustration included.…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-01 - 1921-12-02
Summary:

Bernard Durning in 'Seeds of Vengeance,' a Select Picture. Photo included.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-01 - 1921-12-01
Summary:

Commencing Friday, 2nd December, C. R. McCauley Photoplays Inc. presents Bernard Durning in 'Seeds of Vengeance.' Picture included.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-01
Summary:

Seeds of Vengeance' will be presented at the World Theatre. The picture is an adaption of a story by Margaret Prescott Montague, and the cast is headed by Bernard Durning.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-02 - 1921-12-05
Summary:

Today at 5.15 & 9.15 p.m., Bernard Durning in 'Seeds of Vengeance.' 2.30 & 7.15 p.m. performances, Marie Walcamp in 'The Dragon's Net,' 3 & 4 epis. Booking at Messrs. Mehta & Co.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-02 - 1921-12-05
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15, Bernard Durning in 'Seeds of Vengeance.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, 'The Dragon's Net,' 3rd and 4th episodes, featuring Marie Walcamp. Booking at Messrs Mehta and Co. (Tel. 951.)