A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-12-08 - 1924-12-09
Summary:

Today & tomorrow only at 5.15 & 9.15 p.m., Mae Marsh in 'The Beloved Traitor.' At usual prices. Starting Wed. next, Warner Bros. presents 'The Gold Diggers,' in 9 reels with Hope Hamption [sic], Louise Fazenda, Windham Standing and a notable cast. Today till Thursday…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-12-09 - 1924-12-13
Summary:

Wed. Dec. 10th at 5.15 & 9.15 p.m., Warner Bros. presents 'The Gold Diggers,' in 9 reels with Hope Hamption, Louise Fazenda, Windham Standing and a notable cast. Film plot included. December 9-12 Remarks: On page 4 & 5, Illustration included. December 10-11 Remarks: Today…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-04-14
Summary:

Beginning tomorrow, World Theatre will be screening a Warner Brothers Classic 'Little Johnny Jones' featuring Johnny Hines. The film is adapted from the famous play of the same name written by George M. Cohan. The supporting cast includes Windham [sic] Standing, Margaret Seddon, Robert…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-04-04
Summary:

Johnny Hines's 'Little Johny Jones,' a screen adaptation of the stage success of the same name written and acted by the one and only George M. Cohan, will be shown at the World Theatre soon. The film is produced by Warner Bros, story based on the career of Tod Sloan, directed by…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-11
Summary:

The showing yesterday at the World Theatre indicated that 'The Gold Diggers,' the adaptation of David Belasco play of the same name, and a Broadway success for above two years, is one of those pictures which makes its coming an event to remember. One of the splendid scenes in the…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-12-05 - 1918-12-07
Summary:

December 5-8. Pearl White in 'The House of Hate' episodes 9 and 10. American Gazette No. 15 and 'A One Night Stand.' Booking at Anderson's.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-04-14
Summary:

Johnny Hines, called the George M. Cohan of the screen, has the starring role in 'Little Johnny Jones' which will be the feature attraction of the week at the World Theatre beginning tomorrow. 'Little Johnny Jones' is a Warner Brothers classic of the screen, adapted from the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-12-05 - 1918-12-07
Summary:

December 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th, Pearl White in 'The House of Hate' episodes 9 and 10. Also American Gazette No. 15 and 'A One Night Stand.' Booking at Anderson's.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-12-08
Summary:

World Theatre will be screening the film version of David Belasco's stage success 'The Gold Diggers,' for four days' run, commencing on Wednesday, 10th. The film tells the story of Jerry La Mar who is shown in a Spanish dance with all true Spanish costumes and atmosphere. The…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-07-15 - 1924-07-19
Summary:

Commencing tomorrow, 'Forgive and Forget,' with Estelle Taylor, Pauline Garon and Wyndham Standing.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-07-16 - 1924-07-19
Summary:

Wednesday 16th to Saturday 19th at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'Forgive and Forget' with a distinguished cast including Estelle Taylor, Wyndham Standing and Pauline Garon. Usual prices.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-10
Summary:

Another Warner Brothers Classic of the Screen is scheduled to appear at the World Theatre for four days' run commencing today. This is 'The Gold Digger,' featuring Hope Hampton, an adaptation of the David Belasco stage play of the same name. When Mr. Belasco read the scenario for…

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-07-16 - 1924-07-19
Summary:

Wed. 16th to Sat. 19th at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'Forgive and Forget' with Estelle Taylor, Wyndham Standing and Pauline Garon. Usual prices. July 18 & 19 Remarks: Other ads. on page 5 and 4.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-12-11
Summary:

The Gold Diggers,' the adaptation of the David Belasco play of the same name, starred by Hope Hampton, Wyndham Standing, Louise Fazenda, Gertrude Short and others, was showing at the World Theatre yesterday. Film plot included.

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

Today, for the last time, Coronet Theatre is going to screen the film version of Rex Beach's story, 'The Iron Trail' featuring Wyndham Standing, Thurston Hall and Alma Tell. The film tells the story of the building of a railroad through Alaskan wilderness and is decorated with…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-09-23
Summary:

The World Theatre provided screening of 'Lifting Shadow,' starring Emmy Wehlen, Stuart Holmes, Wyndham Standing, Julia Swayne Gordon. The film was produced and directed by Leonce Perret. Film synopsis included.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-08 - 1924-12-09
Summary:

Warner Bros. by arrangement with the dean of drama, David Belasco in 'The Gold Diggers,' with Hope Hampton, Louise Fazenda, Wyndham Standing and a notable cast. Starting Wednesday 10th. Today and tomorrow only, Mae Marsh in 'The Beloved Traitor.'

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-07-15 - 1924-07-18
Summary:

Commencing tomorrow, 'Forgive and Forget,' with a distinguished cast including Estelle Taylor, Pauline Garon and Wyndham Standing. The picture everyone must see. July 17 Remarks: Presented by Howard M. Mitchell, produced by Harry Cohn. Illustration included.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-04-18 - 1925-04-18
Summary:

Last chance to see Johnny Hines in 'Little Johnny Jones.' Final show today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. Starting Sunday, 'The Rejected Woman' with Alma Rubens, Conrad Nagel, Wyndham Standing and a brilliant cast. Today till Tuesday at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., the great Chinese super-…