A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-03-20 - 1920-03-20
Summary:

For the Honour of Australia.' The film that every British Boy should see, featuring the destruction of the Emden by H. M. S. Sydney. Metro presents Emily Stevens in a wonderful double role in 'The House of Tears.' Snub Pollard in 'Giving the Bride Away.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-03-20 - 1920-03-20
Summary:

Today at 2.30 p.m., the picture every British boy should see, the film that shows the destruction of the Emden by H. M. S. Sydney, 'For the Honour of Australia.' Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Emily Stevens in 'The House of Tears.' Picture included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-03-20 - 1920-03-20
Summary:

Big attractions for the weekend. The little house is still showing big pictures. Today at 2.30 p.m., 'For the Honour of Australia,' the film that every British boy should see, featuring the destruction of the Emden by H. M. S. Sydney. At 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Metro presents Emily Stevens…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-01-11
Summary:

Mr F. P. Franklin, of the Coronet Theatre, has returned from a business trip to Manila. He declared that Manila has much to learn in entertaining the public in cinematography. As Hongkong audiences appreciate the unbroken and splendidly-projected films here, they will definitely be disappointed…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-05-07
Summary:

Dr. Sun Yat-sen, Father of the Republic, first President of China, was formally installed at Canton on Thursday, for the second time in his life, as 'President of the Chinese Republic.' Regarding the film issues, M. Simon, a Pathe expert, was there with Mr. F. P. Franklin of Hongkong…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-06-08 - 1922-06-08
Summary:

The First Bebe Daniels Feature in Hongkong, 'You Never Can Tell' from the story of Grace Lovell Bryan. Directed by Chester Franklin, scenario by Tom Geraghty and Helmar Walton Bergman. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-08 - 1922-06-08
Summary:

Realart Pictures presents Bebe Daniels in 'You Never Can Tell,' directed by Chester Franklin, scenario by Tom Geraghty and Helmer Walton Bergman. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-06-08 - 1922-06-08
Summary:

Realart Pictures presents Bebe Daniels in 'You Never Can Tell,' from the Saturday evening post story of the same name by Grace Lovell Bryan, directed by Chester Franklin, scenario by Tom [sic] Geraghty and Helmer Walton Bergman. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-02-05
Summary:

Romance,' in which Doris Keane and Basil Sydney take the principal roles, will be shown at the Coronet Theatre today. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-02-06
Summary:

Romance,' in which Doris Keane and Basil Sydney take the leading roles, was shown at the Coronet Theatre yesterday. Moreover, it will be shown until Saturday. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-02-06
Summary:

Romance,' starring Doris Keane and Basil Sydney, is showing at the Coronet today. Plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-02-07
Summary:

Romance,' featuring Doris Keane and Basil Sydney, is now the attraction at the Coronet Theatre. Film synopsis included.

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

Romance,' in which Miss Doris Keane and Mr. Basil Sydney have been delighting crowded audiences at the Coronet Theatre all this week, reaches the end with tonight's performance. In turn, 'Trumpet Island' is being shown once more tomorrow at the theatre. Moreover, during the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-05-24
Summary:

Smilin' Through' is to be presented at the Coronet Theatre next week. This is the loveliest thing Norma Talmadge ever did, and by every token the greatest picture this year has brought forth. Technically, the production is without a flaw. It surpasses even the high standard established…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-05-28 - 1923-05-28
Summary:

Norma Talmadge in 'Smilin' Through,' directed by Sidney A. Franklin, an 8-reel First National attraction. Illustration included.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-06-19 - 1924-06-19
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Joseph M. Schenck presents Constance Talmadge in 'The Primitive Lover,' a First National attraction, directed by Sydney A. Franklin. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-06-21
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-07-17 - 1924-07-17
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Mark Twain's 'The Prince and the Pauper.' The Star: Today at 5.30 and 9.15, Sidney A. Franklin presents Sylvia Breamer in the 'Unseen Forces,' a First National picture. This picture has never been shown in Hongkong before…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-07-18 - 1924-07-18
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 5.15 & 9.15, Rudolph Valentino and Agnes Ayres in 'The Sheik.' Incresed prices $2 & $1. At 2.30 & 7.15, May Allison in 'The Walk-Offs,' at usual prices. The Star: Today at 5.30 & 9.15, Sydney [sic] A. Franklin presents Sylvia Breamer in…