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: 1921-07-25 - 1921-07-28
Summary:

Tuesday 26th to Thursday 29th at 9.15, the great Shakespearian play, 'The Merchant of Venice' in 6 parts. Novelty acts and dances by Miss Cora Williams and Co. 5.15 p.m., 'The Devil's Daughter' featuring Theda Bara in 5 parts and novelty acts. See Miss Cora Williams and…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-29 - 1921-08-01
Summary:

Friday 29th July to Monday 1st August, at 9.15 p.m., R. A. Walsh's greatest and most sensational drama, 'The Woman and the Law' in 7 parts, presented by William Fox. Miss Cora Williams and Co. in an entire change of programme. 5.15 p.m., 'The Merchant of Venice' in 6…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-05 - 1921-08-08
Summary:

Friday, 5th to Monday, 8th August at 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents Gladys Brockwell in the dramatic sensation of New York, 'To Honor and Obey.' Also Charlie Chaplin in 'The Adventurer.' 2.15 and 7.15 p.m., 'The Moon Riders' 11th and 12th episodes. 5.15 p.m.,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-10
Summary:

Vengeance of the Wilds,' featuring Charles Wheelock and Lorraine Otto in the principal roles, will be screened at the World Theatre. Besides, on Friday until Monday 'The Flame of Yukon' in which Miss Dalton as the 'Flame' stands supreme in her role. Lastly, the new…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-18 - 1921-08-18
Summary:

Canyon Pictures presents Franklyn Farnum with Mary Anderson in Colonel Wm. N. Selig's super serial, 'Vanishing Trails' in 15 episodes. Various episodes of the above super serial will be screened at every Thursday's matinee at 5.15 p.m. This afternoon, the 18th inst., at 5.15…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-20 - 1921-09-22
Summary:

Tuesday 20th to Thursday 22nd at 9.15 p.m., engagement extraordinary, Miss Mosolowa and Mr. Gordon in their latest Parisian dances. Also showing William Fox presents Jewel Carmen in the big New York stage success, 'The Kingdom of Love.' Matinee programmes: 5.15 p.m., Tuesday to…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-22
Summary:

The drama 'The Kingdom of Love' from William Fox, featuring the famous star Jewel Carmen, now screening at the World Theatre. The management has engaged the services of Miss Mosolowa and Mrs. Gordon in their latest Parisian Dances.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-10-14 - 1921-10-17
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents Dustin Farnum in 'The Scarlet Pimpernel.' Matinee at 4.30 p.m. sharp, 'The Symbol of Sacrifice'; 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Trailed by Three' 4th and 5th episodes. Usual prices. Booking at Messrs Mehta and Co. Tel. 951.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-10-18 - 1921-10-20
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents George Walsh in 'Melting Millions.' Matinee at 5.15 p.m., 'The Westerners'; 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Vanishing Dagger,' final episodes. Usual prices. Booking at Messrs Mehta and Co. (Tel. 951.)

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-08
Summary:

The Frohman Amusement Co., of which William L. Sherrill is the alpha and omega, has constructed a moving picture property in 'Once to Every Man,' a feature in which J. Sherrill co-stars with Mabel Withee. Miss Withee has been concerned in Al Jolson's Winter Garden productions.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-11
Summary:

The Foolish Virgin' is the Selznick picture featuring Clara Kimball Young. Meanwhile, Albert Capellani has adapted and produced this story by Thomas Dixon. In addition, Clara Kimball Young is supported by Conway Tearle, Paul Capellani, William Welch [sic], Edward Elkas, and Catherine…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-15 - 1921-11-17
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents Miriam Cooper in 'Betrayed.' Also Pathe's News and comedies. Booking at Messrs Mehta and Co. (Tel. 951.)

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-16 - 1921-11-16
Summary:

Today and tomorrow at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents R. A. Walsh's drama, 'Betrayed' with Miriam Cooper, a thriller mixed with sobs and laughs.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-16
Summary:

William Fox's newest R. A. Walsh's photoplay, 'Betrayed,' was shown yesterday at the World Theatre. Miriam Cooper, well-known for her work in 'Honor System,' 'The Silent Lie,' and 'The Woman and The Law,' continues her entrancing acting in the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-18 - 1921-11-21
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. performances, a great big stiff punch in the heart, William Fox presents William Farnum in 'The Heart of a Lion.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., final episodes of 'Trailed by Three.' Booking at Messrs Mehta and Co. (Tel. 951.)

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-18
Summary:

The recent William Fox picture, 'The Heart of a Lion' is taken from Ralph Connor's novel, 'The Doctor.' In the picture, William Farnum is the principal role, and William is supported by Mary Martin and William Courtleigh. The picture is available from today at the World…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-09
Summary:

Olive Thomas, star of 'Love's Prisoner' will be the heroine of an original and fascinating detective story at the World Theatre today, with William V. Mong and Joe King as her principal supporters. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-13
Summary:

The age-old conflict between love and duty is given a new turn in Jacques Jaccard's newest story and called 'Under Northern Lights.' And the most important figure is a corporal of the Royal North West Mounted Police. 'Under Northern Lights' is announced for tonight at…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-01-13
Summary:

The Bandbox,' starring Doris Kenyon, the Deitrich-Back, Inc., production of Louis Joseph Vance's story, comes to the World Theatre. Meanwhile, the film is directed by R. William Neill, and Kenyon is supported by Alexander Gaden, Gretchen Hartman, Walter, Weston, Edward Keppler, Logan…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-01-17 - 1922-01-19
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents George Walsh in 'This Is the Life.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Great London Mystery' 8 and 9 episodes. Booking at the theatre. Phone 1337.