A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-12-22 - 1923-12-22
Summary:

Moon Madness,' with Edith Storey, William Courtleigh, Josef Swickard, Wallace McDonald, Irene Hunt and Sam De Grasse, a Robertson-Cole special.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-12-20 - 1923-12-22
Summary:

Thursday to Saturday 20th to 22nd December at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'Moon Madness' with Edith Storey, William Courtleigh, Josef Swickard, Wallace McDonald, Irene Hunt and Sam De Grasse. A Robertson-Cole special. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-12-20 - 1923-12-22
Summary:

Thursday to Saturday 20th to 22nd December at 5.15 p.m. and 9.15 p.m., 'Moon Madness,' with a notable all-star cast, Edith Storey, William Courtleigh, Josef Swickard, Wallace MacDonald, Irene Hunt and Sam De Grasse, a Robertson-Cole special. Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-06-11
Summary:

Jackie Coogan and a great circus are coming to town. The picture entitled 'Circus Days' which will be shown at the Queen's Theatre tomorrow, which is based on James Otis' [sic] story 'Toby Tyler.' Other cast included Barbara Tenant [sic], Claire McDowell, Russell…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-02-18 - 1924-02-20
Summary:

At 12.15, 2.30, 5.15, 7.15, 9.15, Arthur S. Kane presents Charles Ray in 'The Girl I Loved,' directed by Joseph De. Grasse.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-07-23
Summary:

The Devil's Pass Key' is the current attraction at the Wo Ping Theatre. Starring Una Trevelyn, Maud [sic] George, Mae Busch, Samuel de Grasse and Clyde Fillimore [sic]. Music was supplied by Coronet Orchestra. A fine tropical gazette showing the Australian cricketers at play, the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-03
Summary:

In 'The Exquisite Thief,' her latest Universal Special Attraction, which will be seen today at the Hongkong Theatre. Priscilla Dean has the part of Blue-Jean Billie. The director Tod Browning was successful in his previous films, 'The Brazen Beauty,' 'The Wicked Darling…

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Headline: Ar the Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-02-18 - 1924-02-20
Summary:

At 12.15, 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Arthur Kane presents Charles Ray in 'The Girl I Loved,' by James Whitcomb Riley, directed by Joseph De Grasse. Illustration included.

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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.

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

Queen's Theatre is hosting Long Tack Sam and Co., who are Chinese artists who will be presenting Oriental novelty that includes singing, dancing, juggling, magic and a host of other stunts. Comedy is a constant part of the program which is offered by the aggregation of Oriental Wander…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-10
Summary:

Hongkong theatre-goers are sure to extend a good reception to Long Tack-sam, the magician, and his troupe of acrobats when they make their first appearance at the Queen's Theatre this evening. Long Tack-sam and his troupe are said to be the most expensive engagement ever made by Mr. H. G.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-11
Summary:

Jackie Coogan and a great circus are coming to town. Sol Lesser presents Jackie in this successor to the same producer's presentation of 'Oliver Twist,' and the name of the lavish picture which will be shown at the Queen's Theatre tomorrow is 'Circus Days.' It is a…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-12-20 - 1923-12-22
Summary:

Thur. 20th to Sat. 23rd December, 'Moon Madness,' with Edith Storey, William Courtleigh, Josef Swickard, Wallace McDonald, Irene Hunt and San De Grasse, a Robertson-Cole special. Usual price. Booking at the Theatre. December 20 Remarks: Another ad. on page 4.

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Headline: Club de Recreio
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-10-08 - 1920-10-08
Summary:

There will be no cinema show at the Club de Recreio tonight.

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Headline: Club de Recreio
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-09-04 - 1920-09-04
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., al fresco cinema show under the management of Mr. H. W. Ray, Metro presents Olive Tell in 'Secret Strings,' also Billy West and Cub Comedies. September 4 Remarks: On page 5, another ad. on 'Secret Strings' at the open-air cinema show at the Club de…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1908-07-28
Summary:

The only Chinese actor in America appearing in an English speaking company is Ah Sam, who plays Sing Wing as William Collier's support in 'Caught in the Rain' at the Victoria theatre on Monday (says the 'Daily Colonist,' Vancouver). Ah Sam was born and raised in Hong…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-12-15
Summary:

Queen's Theatre is hosting Long Tack Sam and Co., in today's matinee performances at 7:15 pm. The proceeding of the programme will be given to local charity. Long Tack Sam will give several new items in his performances today at 7:15 and 9:15 pm.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-03
Summary:

Rubye De Remer, who has the leading feminine role in 'The Passionate Pilgrim,' the Cosmopolitan picture released by Paramount, and which will be shown at the Queen's Theatre today has been proclaimed the queen of American beauties by Paul Helleu, the celebrated French artist. Mr.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-19
Summary:

Luxury,' starring Rubye De Remer, is the attraction at the Star Theatre for this evening and Weekend. It is proclaimed by the celebrated French artist M. Paul, that Miss Rubye is the most beautiful woman in America. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-30
Summary:

The film 'Blind Husbands,' the Universal photodrama of the Alps, which is to be shown at the Empire Theatre on Monday. Eric Stroheim [sic], who depicted the repulsive role of a Hun officer in 'The Heart of Humanity' is the starring villain of 'Blind Husbands.'…