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: 1912-12-06
Summary:

The inadvisability of allowing the reproduction, on the cinematograph screen, of scenes which the generality of folk regard as far too sacred for exhibition. We plead for the abolition of license but for the preservation of rational liberty and latitude. Mr. G. A. Redford, has now been entrusted…

2
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-09-13 - 1916-09-15
Summary:

Oppenheim's great Mystery Serial 'The Black Box' in 4 parts; 'Memories that Haunt' in 2 parts by Vitagraph; comics: 'Andy Goes a Pirating' by Vitagraph; 'Muddy Romance' by Keystone; 'Mixed Flats' by Lubin.

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Headline: Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-02-20 - 1919-02-22
Summary:

Tonight, Douglas Fairbanks in 'Reggie Mixes In' and 'Crooked to the End'; British Gazette No. 488. Booking at Robinson's.

4
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-05-13 - 1920-05-14
Summary:

Tonight, Tox Mix in 'Mr. Logan, U.S.A.' At 7.15 p.m., 'The Carter Case' 3rd and 4th episodes.

5
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-07 - 1921-12-09
Summary:

William S. Hart in 'The Return of ‘Draw' Egan,' 'Kill or Cure' and 'Mixed Nuts.'

6
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-07
Summary:

At the Hongkong Theatre, 'The Return of Draw Egan' is being screened. It is a five-reel drama featuring William S. Hart and has been described as one of the most interesting productions. In addition, two excellent comedies, 'Kill or Cure' and 'Mixed Nuts,' together…

7
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-02-04 - 1922-02-07
Summary:

John Barrymore in 'Here Comes the Bride,' Charlie Chaplin in 'The Hotel Mix Up,' and various Comedies.

8
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-05-16 - 1922-05-18
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents Tom Mix in 'Ace High.' At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Charles Hutchison in 'The Whirlwind,' episodes 6 and 7. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

9
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-05-17
Summary:

World Theatre is screening William Fox drama 'Ace High,' featuring Tom Mix. Screen Magazine depicts some interesting events whilst a comic concludes an excellent programme.

10
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-05-30 - 1922-06-01
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents Tom Mix in 'Treat ‘Em Rough.' At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Charles Hutchison in 'The Whirlwind,' episodes 10 and 11. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre. May 31 Remarks: On page 4, ad. on 'Treat ‘Em Rough' only.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-05-30
Summary:

World Theatre is going to screen a William Fox picture, 'Treat ‘Em Rough,' for three days, starting today. The film is based on a novel by Charles Seltner. The film is set in Prescott, Arizona and is featuring Tom Mix.

12
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-07-31
Summary:

World Theatre will be presenting a William Fox production 'The Six-Shooter Andy,' starring Tom Mix. The film will be shown from tomorrow until Thursday.

13
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-08-01 - 1922-08-03
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents Tom Mix in 'Six-Shooter Andy.' At 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., Eileen Sedgwick in 'Terror Trail,' epis. 15 & 16. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

14
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-09-05 - 1922-09-07
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents Tom Mix in 'Western Blood.' At 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., Eileen Sedgwick in 'The Great Radium Mystery,' epis. 8 & 9. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-11-18 - 1922-11-18
Summary:

Tom Mix's 'After Your Own Heart' will be shown at the World Theatre from Sunday till Tuesday at usual prices.

16
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-11-20 - 1922-11-21
Summary:

At 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents Tom Mix in 'After Your Own Heart.' At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Charles Hutchison & Warner Oland in 'Hurricane Hutch,' epis. 3 and 4. Tuesday to Thursday, epis. 5 & 6. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-11-21 - 1922-11-21
Summary:

Eastward Ho!' a William Fox production, from the novel by William M. Raine, featuring William Russell wil be shown at the World Theatre from Wednesday till Saturday. Also, don't miss to see Tom Mix in 'After Your Own Heart' today.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-06-12 - 1923-06-18
Summary:

Tue. 12 to Fri. 1 June. Matinee at 5.15 p.m., Tom Mix in 'The Untamed.' Usual prices. Night at 9.15 p.m., Charles Chaplin in 'The Pilgrim' and Snub Pollard in 'The Old Sea Dog.' Prices $2 & $1.5. Booking at the Theatre. June 16 & 18 Remarks: Swap between the…

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

This week, Coronet Theatre is screening a melodrama mixed with humour 'Quincy Adams Sawyer.' Griffith's 'One Exciting Night' is scheduled to follow.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-02-18
Summary:

La Traverse Longue,' as the French trappera referred to the extreme death penalty administered in the early days of the Hudson Bay trading posts. Star Theatre will be screening the William Fox production 'North of the Yukon,' starring Tom Mix. Film synopsis included. A feature of…