A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-10-05
Summary:

A vast film enterprise, comparable to nothing ever known before, has just been completed by Mr. William Fox, of New York. The super-film has cost £200,000 and was eleven and a half months in the making – 'A Daughter of the Gods,' starring Miss Annette Kellerman, directed by Herbert…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-07-31
Summary:

The 7th and 8th episodes of the 'Strange Case of Mary Page' will be screened tonight with Gaumont Graphic and Keystone Comics. A ten reel film 'A Daughter of the Gods' will be exhibited with amazing scenes, featuring Annette Kellermann and made by William Fox. Film synopsis…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-03-23 - 1920-03-23
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents Annette Kellerman, the most perfect woman in the world in the wonderful million-dollar spectacle, 'A Daughter of the Gods.' Usual prices. Booking from 10 a.m. at the theatre. Picture included.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-03-24 - 1920-03-24
Summary:

Tonight, William Fox presents the wonderful million-dollar spectacle, 'The Daughter of the Gods' starring Annette Kellerman, the most perfect woman in the world. At 9.15 only. Usual prices. Picture included.

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Headline: Coronet Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-03-25
Summary:

The principal picture at the Coronet Theatre is the William Fox Million dollar spectacle 'A Daughter of the Gods.' Film review included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-04-19 - 1923-04-19
Summary:

William Fox's million-dollar picture, 'A Daughter of the Gods,' featuring Annette Kellerman. Picture included.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-08-15 - 1923-08-18
Summary:

Today at 5.30 & 9.15, Don G. Merle, the great society entertainer and magician, and 'The Silver Car.' August 15 Remarks: Photo of Don G. Merle included. August 18 Remarks: Earle Williams in 'The Silver Car.' Tomorrow at 6 & 9.15 p.m., 'Hunting Big Game in Africa…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-08-16 - 1923-08-17
Summary:

Today at 5.30 and 9.15, Don G. Merle, the great society entertainer and magician, and 'The Silver Car.' Prices: matinee $1.00 and 60 cents; soiree $1.50 and $1.00. August 16 Remarks: Another ad. on page 5. Earle Williams in 'The Silver Car.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-08-16
Summary:

Star Theatre is set to host Don. G. Merle, society entertainer and magician. Mr. Merle barely uses any apparatus for his illusions and engages the audience with his jokes and commentary. After having a successful show at the Grand Opera House, Calcutta, Mr. Merle promises numerous new tricks in…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-08-17
Summary:

Don G. Merie, the illusionist, opened his season at the Star Theatre yesterday. Also with film attraction, 'The Silver Car,' starred by Earle Williams in the lead.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-08-17
Summary:

Yesterday, Don G. Merle performed at Star Theatre. Using practically no apparatus, Mr. Merle kept the audience engaged with his jokes and commentary. The film attraction, 'The Silver Car,' featuring Earle Williams, proved a real thriller.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-08-18 - 1923-08-18
Summary:

Today only at 5.30 and 9.15, Don G. Merle, the great society entertainer and magician, and Earle Williams in 'The Silver Car.' Tomorrow at 6 and 9.15 p.m., 'Hunting Big Game in Africa.' Prices: matinee $1.00 and 60 cents; soiree $1.50 and $1.00.

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

The Coronet: Today till Sat. at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15, Jackie Coogan in 'Trouble,' together with Buster Keaton in 'The Boat' Ilustration included. The Star: Italian Grand Opera tonight at 9.15, 'Mignon.' Tomorrow, farewell performance, 'Traviata.'…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-12-12 - 1923-12-13
Summary:

The Coronet: Today till Saturday at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Jackie Coogan in 'Trouble.' Together with Buster Keaton in 'The Boat.' Illustration included. The Star: Itallian Grand Opera tonight at 9.15, 'Mignon.' Tomorrow, (farewell performance) 'Traviata.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-12-12
Summary:

Earle Williams is the star of 'The Silver Car,' the drama presented at the Grand tonight. The story is one of political intrigue, with a dashing young hero, who, disguised as a chauffeur, penetrates the secrets of the enemy stronghold. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-12-12 - 1923-12-14
Summary:

The Coronet: Tonight till Saturday at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Jackie Coogan in 'Trouble' and Buster Keaton in 'The Boat.' The Star: Italian Grand Opera. Tonight at 9.15 p.m., 'Mignon.' Tomorrow (farewell performance), 'Traviata.' The Grand: Tonight at 9…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-12-14 - 1923-12-14
Summary:

The Coronet: Today till Saturday at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Jackie Coogan in 'Trouble.' Together with Buster Keaton in 'The Boat.' Illustration included. The Star: Tonight at 9.15, concert and minstrel show by members of the St. Louis Club. The Grand: Tonight at 9.15,…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-05-05 - 1925-05-09
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, with a title like 'The Temple of Venus,' it is not necessary to say much about the picture. If you liked 'A Daughter of the Gods,' you will also enjoy this one. Kowloon Residents are notified that it will not be shown at the Star. May 7-9…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-05-06
Summary:

Beginning today, Queen's Theatre will be screening a First National attraction 'What Woman Love.' The film features Annette Kellerman who is famous for her performance in William Fox's production 'A Daughter of the Gods.' The film displays thrilling and laughs…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-05-06
Summary:

What Women Love,' a First National picture featuring Annette Kellerman, is the attraction at the Queen's Theatre beginning today. Annette Kellerman is an Australian champion swimmer and everybody will remember her as the star in William Fox's production 'A Daughter of the…