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: 1919-03-03 - 1919-03-03
Summary:

The Doctor and the Woman,' a Jewel Production (Founded on Mrs. Mary Roberts Rinehart's famous Novel 'K') featuring True Boardman as 'K' Le Moyne and Mrs. Charlie Chaplin as Sidney Page.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-06-18 - 1921-06-21
Summary:

Universal Jewel Co. presents 'The Wicked Darling' in 6 parts, featuring Priscilla Dean, and 'Over the Transom.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-07-16 - 1921-07-19
Summary:

Universal presents Elmo Lincoln in 'Under Crimson Skies' in 6 parts. July 16 Remarks: Elmo Lincoln is the celebrated star of 'Tarzan of the Apes,' picture included. There are also comedy and New Screen Magazine.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-07-16
Summary:

The newest Universal-Jewel production, 'Under Crimson Skies,' written by J. G. Hawks, directed by Rex Ingram and featuring Elmo Lincoln, will be the super-attraction at the Hongkong Theatre today. Those who love adventure and who revel in the tales of Jack London, Robert Louis…

5
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-07-23 - 1921-07-26
Summary:

Universal-Jewel presents 'Shipwrecked Among Cannibals' in 6 reels and Comedies.

6
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-01 - 1921-10-04
Summary:

Universal-Jewel presents the superb production, 'Sirens of the Sea.' October 3 Remarks: The biggest picture of the year commencing tonight. It features Louise Lovely and even bigger than 'A Daughter of the Gods.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-01
Summary:

The weekend programme to be shown at the Hongkong Theatre includes a fine drama entitled 'Sirens of the Sea,' a Universal Jewel production. This picture is even superior to the celebrated 'Daughter of the Seas,' the leading parts being taken by Louis Lovely, Carmel Myers and…

8
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-15 - 1921-10-18
Summary:

Miss Mildred Harris in 'Borrowed Clothes,' a Universal-Jewel super-production. At 7.15 p.m., Ben Wilson and Neva Gerber in the greatest thrilling serial, 'The Screaming Shadow,' episodes 1 & 2.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-15
Summary:

Mildred Harris, star of such popular pictures as 'The Price of a Good Time' and 'A Doctor and the Woman,' will be the star at the Hongkong Theatre today in her latest Universal-Jewel production 'Borrowed Clothes.' Film synopsis included.

10
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-19
Summary:

The programme at the Hongkong Theatre is an attractive one. Harry Carey sustains the leading role in 'The Freeze Out' [sic], a Universal-Jewel production in five parts. A splendid two-act comedy entitled 'Roaring Love Affair' in which Harry Sweet is the principal and the…

11
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-13 - 1921-12-15
Summary:

Under Northern Lights,' a Universal special attraction featuring Virginia Faire & Leonard Clapham. Also, Eddie Lyons & Lee Moran in 'Roman Romeos,' a Universal Jewel comedy. 2.30 & 7.15 p.m. performances, Eddie Pollo [sic] in 'King of Circus' [sic], 16 &…

12
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-14
Summary:

In the World Theatre's change of programme, the star film is a picture entitled 'Under Northern Lights.' It is a Universal production, the principal roles being taken by the popular Virginia Faire and Leonard Clapham. Another fine film is a Universal Jewel Comedy, 'Roman…

13
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-29 - 1921-12-29
Summary:

Universal-Jewel present Mlle. Anna Pavlowa [sic] in 'The Dumb Girl of Portici' in 8 reels at usual prices.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-30 - 1921-12-31
Summary:

5.00 p.m. and 9.15 p.m., Universal-Jewel presents 'The Dumb Girl of Portici' featuring Anna Pavlowa [sic], in 8 reels at usual prices. Please note: owing to the length of this picture, our patrons are requested to be in their seats at stated time sharp. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., final epis.…

15
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-01-17 - 1922-01-23
Summary:

Commencing January 20 for four nights at 9.15 p.m., 'Outside the Law,' starring Priscilla Dean, in 8 parts. Dazzling heroine of 'The Virgin of Stamboul' and Lon Chaney star of 'The Miracle Man' and 'The Penalty.' A Universal-Jewel production. Prices of…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-01-19
Summary:

Priscilla Dean, queen of cinema crookdom [sic] since 'The Virgin of Stamboul,' will appear in 'Outside the Law,' which will be shown at the World Theatre. Tod Browning wrote and produced the film as a Universal-Jewel, at an expenditure of a quarter of a million dollars. The…

17
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-03-14 - 1922-03-16
Summary:

Today at 5 p.m. sharp and 9.15 p.m., Priscilla Dean in 'Reputation.' At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. performances, Ben Wilson & Neva Gerber in 'Branded Four,' epis. 1, 2 & 3. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre. March 14 Remarks: On page 2, ad. on 'Reputation' only.…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-12-19 - 1922-12-21
Summary:

Decebmer 19-20 Remarks: Teaser ads for the film 'The Storm.' The ads didn't mention the theatre's name, surmised from other ads. December 20 Remarks: Another ad. on page 4, 'The Storm' is one of the distinctive pictures of the Year, a Universal-Jewel superproduction…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-12-22
Summary:

World Theatre is screening the Universal-Jewel photoplay entitled 'The Storm' featuring House Peters who rises to new heights of artistry in this picture. Peters is supported by Matt Moore and Virginia Valli. The photoplay is based on the story authored by Langdon McCormick. The film…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-12-23 - 1922-12-26
Summary:

23rd to 26th Dec. at 4.45 p.m. and 9.15 p.m., Universal-Jewel presents 'The Storm' with House Peter [sic], Virginia Valli and Joseph [sic] Swickard. Price details included.