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: 1922-02-07
Summary:

Los Angeles, Feb 5 – Mrs. Robbins, a former wife of Mr. William Desmond Taylor the British film producer whose murder is recorded in yesterday's telegrams, says she is unable to throw any light on the mystery of his death. It is noted that the real name of Taylor was William Cunningham…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-02-06
Summary:

Los Angeles, Feb 3- 5 – The mysterious murder is reported of William Desmond Taylor, a British ex-serviceman and producer of many well-known film plays. On the other hand, Fatty Arbuckle may face a third trial.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-02-06
Summary:

Los Angeles, Feb 3-5, the British producer of many well-known films, William Desmond Taylor is murdered. He was shot dead at his house. The police confirmed that robbery was not the motive. It is anticipated that a woman to whose advances Taylor failed to respond, employed a professional gun-man…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-02-11 - 1922-02-11
Summary:

The Coronet: William Desmond Taylor presents 'The Soul of Youth' in 7 parts, Rolin Comedy and Pathe Gazette. Kowloon Theatre: Today at 5.45 & 9.15, Sylvia Breamer & Robert Gordon in 'The Blood Barrier.' Tomorrow, Sunday, 'The Girl in the Web.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-02-11 - 1922-02-11
Summary:

The Coronet: William Desmond Taylor presents 'The Soul of Youth,' 7 parts. Also Rolin comedy and Pathe Gazette. Kowloon Theatre: Today at 5.45 and 9.15, Sylvia Breamer and Robert Gordon in 'The Blood Barrier.' Tomorrow, Sunday, 'The Girl in the Web.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-02-11 - 1922-02-11
Summary:

The Coronet: William Desmond Taylor presents 'The Soul of Youth' in 7 parts. Also Rolin Comedy and Pathe Gazette. Kowloon Theatre: Today at 5.45 and 9.15, Sylvia Breamer and Robert Gordon in 'The Blood Barrier.' Tomorrow Sunday, 'The Girl in the Web.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-03-28
Summary:

William Desmond went through what he says is the most thrilling experience of his long and exciting screen career while working in 'Ridin' Pretty,' Universal Picture to be shown in the Star Theatre. Since he has been working as star for Universal, Desmond has worked with lions,…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-06-09
Summary:

After three weeks of investigation, a definite clue to the kinema murder mystery has been obtained. Arrested at Detroit on a charge of forgery, Harry Field, known to the Los Angeles under-world as 'Harry the Chink,' told the police that Mr. Desmond Taylor, the film-director, was…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-25 - 1921-10-26
Summary:

William Desmond in 'The Prince and Betty.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-08-26 - 1920-08-30
Summary:

Tonight, William Desmond in 'Flying Colors.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-10-25 - 1921-10-26
Summary:

William Desmond in 'The Prince and Betty.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-07-14 - 1920-07-16
Summary:

Tonight, William Desmond in 'The Sudden Gentleman.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-02-09 - 1924-02-09
Summary:

A Red-blooded romance! 'Shadows of the North,' starring William Desmond.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-06-23 - 1920-06-25
Summary:

Tonight, Triangle Film Corporation presents William Desmond in 'Paddy O'Hara.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-07-17 - 1920-07-20
Summary:

Tonight, Triangle Film Corporation presents William Desmond in 'Time Locks and Diamonds.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-08-25 - 1920-08-03
Summary:

Tonight, William Desmond in 'Flying Colors,' a most interesting drama in five parts.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-03-28 - 1925-03-28
Summary:

Today to Sunday, William Desmond in 'Riding Pretty.' Also Topical film and comedy.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-07-14 - 1920-07-16
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15, William Desmond in 'The Sudden Gentleman.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-07-17 - 1920-07-20
Summary:

Tonight, Triangle Film Corporation presents William Desmond in 'Time Locks and Diamonds.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-08-25 - 1920-08-30
Summary:

Tonight, William Desmond in 'Flying Colours,' a most interesting drama in five parts.