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: 1918-10-14 - 1918-10-16
Summary:

October 14-16. Performance. Gladys Hulette in 'Over the Hill.' Mr. C. Thereses, card manipulator assisted by Mesdames Senour and Gordon.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-10-14 - 1918-10-14
Summary:

We have a programme tonight that should please you. Firstly, there is charming little Gladys Hulette in 'Over the Hill,' a 5-part Gold Rooster play with an unusually strong story the scene of which is laid in the office of a small country newspaper. And secondly, we have made…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-10-14
Summary:

A large number of people gathered at the Victoria Theatre last night and were treated to such a bright and engaging show that there are no doubt good houses will be the order at this popular place of entertainment during the stay of Mr. M. C. Theresas and his two charming lady helpers. This…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-10-14
Summary:

Victoria Theatre was well filled at the opening night of the short variety programme. Artistes appeared and pleased the crowd in addition to a keenly appreciated feature. Performances by M. C. Therese, Mesdames Senour and Gordon. The trio appears again tonight, with an additional feature of…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-10-15 - 1918-10-16
Summary:

Tonight, 9.15 performance, Gladys Hulette in 'Over the Hill.' Also, Mr. C. Thereses, the card manipulator assisted by Mesdames Senour and Gordon. Booking at Anderson's.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-10-16
Summary:

Mr. C. Thereses with Meadames Senour and Gordon continue to attract appreciative audiences at the Victoria Theatre. Tonight is the last opportunity of enjoying the current attraction. The principal film being screened is 'Over the Hill,' featuring the charming Gladys Hulette.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-10-07
Summary:

Lon Chaney in a Universal-Jewel super-production that comes to a climax when a reproduction of the earthquake of 1906 shakes San Francisco into kindling for the great fire, will be the offering at the World Theatre beginning tomorrow. It is entitled 'The Shock.' The sweetness is…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-01-07 - 1925-01-10
Summary:

Today till Saturday, the picture you've been long waiting for 'Merry-Go-Round' in eleven reels featuring Mary Philbin, Norman Kerry and a great cast. The latest Chinese super-production 'The Valiant Brothers' in ten reels produced by Commercial Press Ltd. Also 'Mr.…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-09 - 1925-01-09
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'Merry-Go-Round' in 11 reels, starring Mary Philbin, Norman Kerry and a great cast. Starting Sunday 11th, Carmel Myers in 'The Love Pirate.' Coming, William Fox presents 'Over the Hill.' Watch for its opening date.…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-09 - 1925-01-09
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'Merry-Go-Round' in 11 reels, starring Mary Philbin, Norman Kerry and others. Starting Sunday, F. B. O. presents Carmel Myers in 'The Love Pirate.' Remember the date. Coming, William Fox presents 'Over the Hill.' Watch…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-01-12 - 1925-01-13
Summary:

Carmel Myers in 'The Love Pirate' also featuring Kathryn McGuire, Melbourne McDowell, Clyde Fillmore. Don't forget to see France Dhelia in 'Demi-Virgins.' Coming! William Fox presents 'Over the Hill.' January 12 remarks: Today, the best Chinese production…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-12 - 1925-01-12
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Carmel Myers in 'The Love Pirate.' Special music. Usual prices. Starting Wednesday next, France Dhelia in 'Demi-Virgins.' Coming, William Fox presents 'Over the Hill.' Watch for its opening date. Today only at 2.30 and…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-01-14 - 1925-01-17
Summary:

France Dhelia in 'Demi-Virgins,' 6 reels, based on the novel by Gaston Roude. Coming! William Fox presents 'Over the Hill.' January 15 remarks: Today only, a super Chinese production, 'Between Love and Wealth.' Also, 'The Masters of China.' January 16…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-14 - 1925-01-15
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Europe's most famous screen star, France Dhelia in 'The Demi-Virgins,' in 8 reels. Special music. Usual price. Coming, William Fox presents 'Over the Hill.' Today and tomorrow only at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., the best Chinese…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-14 - 1925-01-15
Summary:

Showing today at 5.15 and 9.15, France Dhelia in 'Demi-Virgins' in 8 reels, the love drama magnificent, based on the world-famous novel, by Gaston Roudes. Special music. Usual prices. Coming, William Fox presents 'Over the Hill.' Watch for its opening date. Picture included…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-16 - 1925-01-17
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., France Dhelia in 'The Demi-Virgins,' based on the world-famous novel by Gaston Roudes. Special music. Usual prices. Commencing Sunday, a double feature programme, Conway Tearle in 'The Referee' and Eugene O'Brien in '…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-01-19 - 1925-01-20
Summary:

Conway Tearle in 'The Referee' and Eugene O'Brien in 'Chivalrous Charley.' Starting Wednesday, Lois Weber presents 'The Blot.' Coming! William Fox presents 'Over the Hill.'

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-19 - 1925-01-20
Summary:

Today and tomorrow only at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., double feature programme, Conway Tearle in 'The Referee' and Eugene O'Brien in 'Chivalrous Charley.' No increase in prices. Starting Wednesday 21st, Lois Weber presents 'The Blot.' Coming, William Fox presents…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-20 - 1925-01-20
Summary:

Starting tomorrow at 5.15 and 9.15, Lois Weber presents 'The Blot.' Special music. Usual prices. Today only, a double feature programme, Conway Tearle in 'The Referee' and Eugene O'Brien in 'Chivalrous Charley.' Coming, William Fox presents 'Over the Hill…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-01-21 - 1925-01-23
Summary:

Lois Weber, producer of 'Hypocrites,' 'Shoes,' 'To Please One Woman,' 'The Price of a Good Time,' 'Where are My Children?' 'Too Wise Wives,' presents The Blot. Commencing Sunday, William Fox presents 'Over the Hill.' January…