A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Victoria
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-09-25
Summary:

There was a big house at the Victoria on Saturday night when the closing scenes of the popular 'Black Box' film were screened. A special feature of the programme was a new Wiffles picture, representing that hero in as amusing a light as ever. The new Pathe Gazette and war pictures were…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-04-26 - 1922-04-26
Summary:

The Coronet: At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, 'A Perfect Crime.' Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 5.45 & 9.15, Wesley Barry in 'Dinty,' and V. R. C. Regatta. Slightly increased prices.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-04-26
Summary:

Kowloon Theatre will screen First National's 'Dinty,' for one night only. The feature attraction is produced by Marshall Neilan and is featuring Wesley Barry. The story is staged in San Francisco's China Town.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-04-27 - 1922-04-27
Summary:

The Coronet: At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Marshall Neilan presents Wesley Barry in 'Dinty.' Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 9.15 p.m., 'Don't Change Your Husband.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-04-27
Summary:

Coronet Theatre will screen 'Dinty,' this evening. The feature attraction is written and produced by Marshall Neilan and is featuring Wesley Barry, who was very successful in 'Daddy Long Legs' and 'Go and Get It.' Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-04-28 - 1922-04-28
Summary:

The Coronet: At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Marshall Neilan presents Wesley Barry in 'Dinty.' Kowloon Theatre: No public performance tonight.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-04-29 - 1922-04-29
Summary:

The Coronet: At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Marshall Neilan presents Wesley Barry in 'Dinty.' Kowloon Theatre: Tonight at 5.45 & 9.15 p.m., 'Don't Change Your Husband.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-07-19 - 1922-07-19
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Harold Lloyd in 'I Do,' and Wesley Barry in 'Don't Ever Marry.' Kowloon Theatre: At 5.45 and 9.15, Hobart Bosworth in 'White Hands' and Snub Pollard Comedy. Prices as usual.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-06-30 - 1923-06-30
Summary:

Wesley Barry in 'Bob Hampton of Placer,' tonight. Remarks: On page 7, another ad. from H. W. Ray comment on the film.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-07-02 - 1923-07-04
Summary:

Tonight and tomorrow, Marshall Neilan's 'Bob Hampton of Placer,' with James Kirkwood, Marjory [sic] Daw and Wesley Barry. July 3-4 Remarks: At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15.

11
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-07-04
Summary:

Tonight, Coronet Theatre is going to screen 'Bob Hampton of Placer' starring Wesley Barry. The film is produced by Marshall Neilan and is one of the most appealing dramas seen in the colony for quite a long time.

12
Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-08-09 - 1923-08-10
Summary:

Tonight & tomorrow, Wesley Barry in 'Bob Hampton of Placer.'

13
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-08-09
Summary:

Commencing today, Star Theatre is screening 'Bob Hampton of Placer' featuring James Kirkwood and Wesley 'Freckles' Barry. The picture portrays the American frontier life in the old days. General Custer's famous stand against the Indians is one of the most spectacular…

14
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-12-21
Summary:

Coronet management has decided to screen only comedy programs throughout the festive weeks. Currently the theatre is screening a Mack Sennett attraction, entitled 'A Small Town Idol,' featuring Ben Turpin. The Christmas attraction proper will be 'Penrod' with Wesley Barry and…

15
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-12-27
Summary:

For the last time today, Coronet Theatre is going to screen 'Penrod' featuring Freckles [sic] Barry. Constance Talmadge's comedy 'Dangerous Business' is scheduled to follow.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-03-31 - 1924-03-31
Summary:

Commencing today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15 p.m., Wesley Barry in 'Rags to Riches.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-03-31
Summary:

This evening, Coronet Theatre is going to screen 'Rags to Riches' starring little Wesley Barry whose typically childish nature is a source of entertainment for the audience.

18
Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-04-01 - 1924-04-03
Summary:

Today till Thursday at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15 p.m., Warner Bros. presents Wesley Barry in 'Rags to Riches.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-04-02
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is going to screen 'Rags to Riches' featuring little Wesley Barry, the famous 'Freckles' of the screen. Film synopsis included. The last screening will take place today and tomorrow.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-04-03
Summary:

Coronet Theatre is screening a comedy entitled 'Rags to Riches' featuring little Wesley Barry.