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: 1921-08-20 - 1921-08-23
Summary:

Universal presents Violet Mersereau in 'The Nature Girl.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-20 - 1921-08-23
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15, Violet Mersereau in 'The Nature Girl,' a Universal production in 5 parts.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-08-22 - 1921-08-23
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Violet Mersereau in 'The Nature Girl,' a Universal production in 5 parts.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-08-22
Summary:

A film of unquestionable interest is being screened at tonight's and tomorrow's performances at the Hongkong Theatre. It has a rising young star for its leading character. Violet Mersereau, who takes the title role in 'A Child of Nature,' [sic] is a recent discovery in…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-03-17 - 1919-03-19
Summary:

The romantic Pathe photoplay 'Will Power,' adapted from the story by George Ohnet. Fredony's Revue. Also 'The Wolf of Debt' featuring Violet Mersereau and Billie [sic] Garwood. Booking at Anderson's.

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Headline: Kinema Notes
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-08-22
Summary:

The Hongkong Theatre is showing Universal film 'The Nature Girl' played by Violet Mersereau. Lund is the producer. Another one screening includes 'The Jazz Monkey,' and Screen Magazine No.100. Every Tuesday and Thursday the World Theatre is going to have a matinee for…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-03-17 - 1919-03-19
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., the romantic Pathe photoplay, 'Will Power,' adapted from the story by Georges Ohnet. Fredony's revue: Miss Tessie Turner and Miss Asta Ericksen. Prices: $1.50, $1.00 and 50 cents. Matinee: Thursday, 20th March at 5.15 p.m., 'The Wolf of Debt,' a…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-09 - 1925-02-11
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15, William Fox presents Jacques Gretillat and Violet Mersereau in 'Nero' in 15 massive reels with special musical setting. Prices: 2.30 p.m., $1.20 and 60 cents; 5.10 and 9.15, $2.00 and $1.00. 7.30 p.m. only, Baby Peggy in 'The Family…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-02-06 - 1925-02-14
Summary:

William Fox presents 'Nero' directed by J. Gordon Edwards. February 9 remarks: Baby Peggy in 'Family Secrets.' February 11 remarks: Jacques Gretillat and Violet Mersereau in 'Nero.' February 12 remarks: Charlie Chaplin in 'The Pilgrim.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-11
Summary:

The burning of Rome, as depicted in 'Nero,' is remarkable. The number and size of the building destroyed and the powerfully natural way the effect is fitted into the picture, lift it into a new field of achievement. The authors of the story, Charles Sarver and Virginia Tracy have…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-02-11
Summary:

Nero is drawing great crowds at the Coronet. Charles Sarver and Virginia Tracy were the authors of the story. The cast included Jacques Gretillat, Alexander Salvini, Paulett Duval, Edy Darcleo [sic], Violet Mersereau. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-03-17 - 1919-03-19
Summary:

Tonight 9.15 p.m., the romantic Pathe photoplay 'Will Power,' one of these eloquent silence drama of the screen brilliantly set and of the very highest order. Adapted from the story by George Ohnet. Fredony's Revue, the dancing skeleton, the mystery of the yellow cabinet, the man…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-04-17
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-23
Summary:

The Nature Girl,' featuring Violet Mercereau, is produced by O. A. C. Lrond [sic] and presented by the Universal Film Co. It is now being screened at the Hongkong Theatre. Besides, a few interesting scenes from the Screen Magazine No. 100, and a comedy in two acts, 'The Jazz Monkey,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-25
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-06-13 - 1924-06-14
Summary:

Commencing today to Monday next, Henry Roussell presents Raquel Meller in 'Imperial Violets,' in 10 reels. Usual prices. Book your seats early.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-06-13 - 1924-06-13
Summary:

Commencing today to Monday next, Henry Roussell presents Europe most fascinating screen star, Raquel Meller in 'Imperial Violets,' 10-reel 1924 production. Usual prices. Book your seats early.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-06-16
Summary:

Queen's Theatre is screening a 1924 production entitled 'Imperial Violets.' Quality music is provided by the Queen's orchestra. Film synopsis included. In addition to the film attraction, a half an hour show will be presented by Messrs. Holt and Sawyer in songs, dances and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-06-13 - 1924-06-14
Summary:

Commencing 13th to 16th June at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Raquel Meller in 'Imperial Violets,' 10-reel 1924 production, a Henry Roussel's wonderful masterpiece. Usual prices. Booking at theatre.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-06-13 - 1924-06-14
Summary:

Commencing 13th to 16th June at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Raquel Meller in 'Imperial Violets,' a 10-reel 1924 prodcution by Henry Roussell. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre. June 13 Remarks: Another ad. on page 5.