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: 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: 1925-02-21
Summary:

Harold Lloyd is one person who does believe that there is 'something new in the movies.' In 'Girl Shy,' his latest feature Pathe comedy, being shown today at the Coronet Theatre, he has, in a measure, followed in the footsteps of 'Grandma's Boy,' but he has…

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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: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-12-27
Summary:

Cantonese actor Sam Fung, who was considered a star some years ago has met his death at the hands of some bandits in the Shun Tak silk district.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-12-18
Summary:

Long Tack Sam's Chinese entertainers and the company will bring its Hongkong season to a close at Queen's Theatre tonight.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-09-13 - 1924-09-13
Summary:

A Sam Wood production, Gloria Swanson in 'Her Gilded Cage,' supported by a brilliant cast. Illustration included.

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Headline: Upside Down'
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-09-12
Summary:

World Theatre is screening 'Upside Down,' featuring Taylor Holmes.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-31 - 1924-01-31
Summary:

See Estelle Taylor as Rosita Mendel in 'Thorns and Orange Blossoms.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-02-01 - 1924-02-02
Summary:

See Estelle Taylor as Rosita Mendez in 'Thorns and Orange Blossoms.'

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-05-30 - 1925-05-30
Summary:

Estelle Taylor will be seen as Mary, Queen of Scots in 'Dorothy Vernon.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-01-02 - 1924-01-04
Summary:

Showing today, 'Peg o' My Heart' with Laurette Taylor.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-12-12
Summary:

Long Tack Sam and his amazing company of acrobats attracted a packed house at the Queen's Theatre last night. A Special Matinee for Children will be given on Saturday.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-12-12
Summary:

Long Tack Sam and his Wonder Worker continue to perform. The description of their performances included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-18
Summary:

Long Tack-sam's Chinese entertainers are going great guns at the Queen's Theatre, where, before large houses, a change of programme was presented. Many of the feats of the week were retained. Long Tack-sam is a wonderful juggler. The company is all-star performers, including two pretty…

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

Long Tack Sam and his Wonder Workers are a company of Chinese artists who present an Oriental novelty number that includes singing, dancing, juggling, magic and a host of other stunts of mystifying character, not forgetting that comedy prevails throughout the entire offering. The programme…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-12-17
Summary:

Long Tack Sam and his troupe of acrobats still head the bill at the Queen's Theatre. Constance Talmadge's latest First National attraction 'Polly of the Follies,' is shown at the Queen's Theatre.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-01-23 - 1924-01-23
Summary:

For one night only at ordinary prices, Laurette Taylor in 'Peg o' My Heart.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-01 - 1924-01-01
Summary:

Today till Saturday, 'Peg o' My Heart' with Laurette Taylor. Illustration included.