A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-12-12 - 1922-12-12
Summary:

Commencing Wednesday, 13th instant, Max Linder in 'Seven Years Bad Luck.' Also 'The Leather Pushers,' Universal-Jewel-Collier's series by H. C. Witwer, featuring Reginald Denny. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-12-13 - 1922-12-16
Summary:

Thursday to Saturday, 14th to 16th Dec., at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Max Linder in 'Seven Years Bad Luck,' in 5 parts. Also, Round one of 'The Leather Pusher.' December 13 Remarks: At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., William Russell in 'Challenge of the Law,' 5 parts. December 14-16…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-12-13
Summary:

Seven Years Bad Luck,' a Robertson-Cole production featuring Max Linder, will be shown at the World Theatre from today till Saturday. Another special feature in the programme at the World Theatre is 'The Leather Pushers' written by H. C. Witwer. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-12-13 - 1922-12-13
Summary:

Wednesday to Saturday 13th to 16th December. 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Max Linder in 'Seven Years Bad Luck' in 5 parts. Also round one 'The Leather Pusher [sic].' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., William Russell in 'Challenge of the Law.' Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-02-14
Summary:

Frank Mayo, and his supporting players were in the screen drama entitled 'Dr. Jim' which will be shown at the World Theatre this weekend. The film directed by William Worthington, written by Eugene B. Lewis based on the original story of Stuart Paton. Other than this, the programme…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-11-16
Summary:

The hero of George Barr McCutcheon's romantic novel, 'The Prisoner,' formerly titled 'Castle Craneycrow,' felt about as much for the girl's new solitaire as the prizefight manager in H. C. Witwer's 'The Leather Pushers,' who regarded engagement…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-02-16
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-24
9
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-06-09
Summary:

This evening the chief attraction is a fine open-air Western film called 'The Ramblin' Kid,' in which that engaging young cowboy Hoot Gibson plays the leading role as a restless soul ever seeking adventures. Coupled with 'The Rambling Kid' is another picture called…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-09-06 - 1924-09-13
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only, D. C. Goodman's 'What's Wrong with the Women?' and new round of 'Leather Pushers.' September 6 & 13 Remarks: Illustration included.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-09-12 - 1924-09-12
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only, D. C. Goodman's most wonderful super-production, 'What's Wrong with the Women' and new round of 'Leather Pushers.'

12
Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-09-13 - 1924-09-13
Summary:

Last chance to see D. C. Goodman's most wonderful super-production, 'What's Wrong with the Women' and new round of 'Leather Pushers.' Commencing tomorrow, Jack Hoxie's scenic masterpiece, 'The Phantom Horseman.'

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-09-20 - 1924-09-20
Summary:

William Fox presents 'Monte Cristo' by Alexandre Dumas and Mary Pickford in 'Tess of the Storm Country.'

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Headline: Monte Cristo
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-09-27 - 1924-10-04
Summary:

Starting October 1st at the Coronet. September 27-30 & October 1 Remarks: William Fox presents, written by Alexandre Dumas and directed by Emmett J. Flynn. Illustration included. September 30 Remarks: Four shows daily at increased prices.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-09-27 - 1924-09-27
Summary:

William Fox presents 'Monte Cristo,' by Alexandre Dumas, presented by Emmett J. Flynn, scenario by Bernard McConville. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-09-27 - 1924-09-27
Summary:

William Fox presents 'Monte Cristo.' Illustration included.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-09-27 - 1924-10-04
Summary:

Commencing Wednesday, October 1st, William Fox presents 'Monte Cristo' by Alexandre Dumas, directed by Emmett J. Flynn, scenario by Bernard McConville, with special musical setting. September 27 & 30, October 1 & 4 Remarks: Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-09-27 - 1924-09-27
Summary:

William Fox presents Alexandre Dumas' 'Monte Cristo,' featuring John Gilbert. Also First National presents Norma Talmadge in 'Ashes of Vengeance' and Mary Pickford in 'Tess of the Storm Country.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-09-29 - 1924-09-29
Summary:

William Fox presents 'Monte Cristo' by Alexandre Dumas with an all-star cast in 10 reels, with special musical setting. Illustration included.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-09-29 - 1924-09-29
Summary:

Charlie Chaplin in 'The Rink.' Also showing, Ralph Lewis and Ella Hall in 'Westbound Limited.' Today and tomorrow at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15. Last two days, don't miss them. Commencing October 1st, William Fox presents 'Monte Cristo' with an all-star cast…