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…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1912-12-14
Summary:

The British Board of Film Censors' is the title selected for the new organisation promoted by the Incorporated Association of Cinematograph Manufacturers for the suppression of undesirable cinematograph pictures. Its headquarters will be situated in the vicinity of Charing Cross, and its…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-04-19
Summary:

A mixed and very attractive bill on Sunday night – a comic cartoon, fascinating zoological pictures, and Nazimova in a thrilling drama of passion and lust. Tonight is Charlie Chaplin in one of his biggest stunts, 'A Day's Pleasure.'

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

The holiday programme at the Coronet Theatre includes 'His Bridal Night.' Film synopsis included. Also, Harold Lloyd's comedy 'Number Please!' [sic] is included in the programme.

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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…

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Headline: Flickers
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-04-14
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Headline: Flickers
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-04-28
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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.

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Headline: Flickers
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-05-26
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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-05-30
Summary:

Tom Mix 'Treat 'Em Rough,' a cinema production based on the famous novel of 'The Two Gun Men,' written by Charles Aldin [sic] Seltzer and produced by William Fox, will be the principal attraction at the World Theatre commencing today and continuing till Thursday night.…

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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.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-05-31
Summary:

Treat 'em Rough,' a William Fox photoplay featuring Tom Mix, was screened at the World Theatre yesterday.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-02
Summary:

Today is the last day to see Tom Mix in 'Treat 'em Rough' at the World Theatre. It is believed that Tom Mix was excellent in 'Fame and Fortune,' and he is far better in 'Treat 'em Rough.'

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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.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-18
Summary:

After your own heart,' a Fox production starring Tom Mix, is being screened at the World Theatre up to Tuesday night. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-03-08
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-05-12
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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-06-12
Summary:

For four days running the World Theatre is showing two pictures: 'The Untamed' starring Tom Mix and Pauline Starke; and Charlie Chaplin's 'The Pilgrim.' 'The Untamed' is a William Fox production. Film plot included.