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: 1919-05-24
Summary:

The wide success commanded by Edgar Burroughs' story 'Tarzan and the Apes' [sic] has encouraged the National Film Corporation to make a long step forward in its enterprises by reproducing the story on the screen. The film has since fully justified its existence, and the money it…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-05-24
Summary:

There is soon to be offered to the picture-going public of Hongkong, a sensational picture entitled 'Tarzan of the Apes.' A China Mail reporter had a chance to attend a private show in Coronet yesterday and provided details for this film. This picture will be followed by a sequel:…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-06-02 - 1919-06-09
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., the management of the Coronet presents 'My Four Years in Germany,' the authorised film version of the astounding revelations of the Kaiser's plot for world conquest by Ambassador James W. Gerard. Special musical programme. Prices: dress circle, $3.00; stalls…

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Headline: Theatre Royal
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-04 - 1919-06-09
Summary:

Ambassador James W. Gerard's 'My Four Years in Germany,' for two nights only. Saturday and Monday, June 7th and 9th. Commencing at 9.15 p.m. Prices: $3, $2 and $1. Booking at Moutries's. June 4 Remarks: Another ad. on page 5. The First National Exhibitor's Circuit,…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-07-30 - 1919-07-31
Summary:

F. Marshall Sanderson will present on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. D. W. Griffith's colossal spectacle 'Intolerance'. The picture that has all the stars: Lillian Gish, Constance Talmadge, Bessie Love, Miriam Cooper and Elmo Lincoln (Tarzan). Sir Herbert Tree - Douglas Fairbanks -…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-06-12 - 1920-06-15
Summary:

Tonight, Selznick Pictures present Clara Kimball Young in Robert Chambers' greatest story 'The Common Law,' 7 parts.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-06-12 - 1920-06-15
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15, Selznick Pictures present Clara Kimball Young in Robert Chambers' greatest story, 'The Common Law' in 7 parts.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-06-12 - 1920-06-15
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Selznick Pictures presents Clara Kimball Young in Robert Chamber's 'The Common Law' in 7 parts.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-06-14
Summary:

A seven-part picture entitled 'The Common Law' is the attraction at Hongkong Theatre. The story is by Robert W. Chambers and features Clara Kimball Young. The 'Carter Case' is being continued at the 7.15 performance.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-06-15
Summary:

Tonight will be the last showing of the picture 'Common Law,' in seven parts, at Hongkong Theatre. It is from the well-known story of Robert W. Chambers, and is presented by Lewis J. Selznick on the screen, featuring Clara Kimball Young. The subsequent episodes of 'The Carter Case…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-29 - 1922-08-29
Summary:

Patrons of the Coronet: I want your opinion! I have booked a picture which I do not like, but which the trade papers, praise up to the skies! The picture is 'The Revenge of Tarzan' and it is showing at the Coronet tonight. I am willing to admit that having seen both 'Tarzan of the…

12
Headline: Personalities
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-06-23
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-01-19
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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-10-13 - 1924-10-17
Summary:

Tuesday to Friday, Oct. 14th to 17th at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Corinne Griffith and a big supporting cast in Robert W. Chamber's 'The Common Law.' At ordinary prices. October 14-15 Remarks: Oct. 14-16 at 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., your last chances to see 'The Grandson,' a…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-10-14 - 1924-10-16
Summary:

Tuesday to Friday, October 14th to 17th at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Corinne Griffith and a big supporting cast in Robert W. Chambers' famous novel, 'The Common Law.' At ordinary prices. October 14th to 16th at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., your last chance to see 'The Grandson,' a…

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Headline: The Queen's
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-10-14 - 1924-10-14
Summary:

At 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., now showing for the first time in Hongkong, 'The Common Law,' Robert W. Chambers' famous novel. A super-production at ordinary prices.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-10-14
Summary:

The Common Law' which begins a four-day run at the Queen's Theatre beginning from today, is a high-class feature in every respect. Romance, beautiful women and gowns, lavish sets and more romance. All these ingredients are packed liberally into the 1924 version of this widely read…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-10-14 - 1924-10-17
Summary:

Tuesday to Friday, October 14 to 17 at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. only, Corinne Griffith in Robert W. Chambers' famous novel, 'The Common Law.' At ordinary prices. October 14 to 16 at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., your last chance to see 'The Grandson,' a Chinese drama in 10 parts.…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-10-15
Summary:

The Common Law' began its four-day run in the Queen's Theatre, yesterday. The story is dipped in romance and beauty and is inspired by Robert W. Chambers' novel. The cast includes Corinne Griffith, Conway Tearle, Elliott Dexter, Miss DuPont and Bryant Washburn. Film synopsis…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-10-17 - 1924-10-17
Summary:

Last shows Friday, 17th October at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Corinne Griffith in 'The Common Law,' Robert W. Chambers' famous novel. Showing here Saturday, October 18th at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Owen Moore in 'Love Is an Awful Thing.'