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: 1918-07-05
Summary:

Last night at the Victoria Theatre, the British Gazette is peculiarly interesting. Molly [sic] King is the star of the two episodes of the 'Seven Pearls'; while the comedy is amply provided for in 'We Never Sleep,' a two-part Lonesome Luke absurdity in which this eccentric…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-03-20 - 1919-03-22
Summary:

Tonight 9.15 p.m., Creighton Hale and Gladys Hulette in 'Annexing Bill.' Here is a fine example of what a light romantic comedy should be. A spirited romance and an elemental plot closely knit and splendidly arranged so that the tense interest is sustained right up to the last minute.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-11-01 - 1919-11-04
Summary:

Tonight, Helene Chadwick and Franklyn Farnum in 'Go-Get-Em Garringer,' a five-part Western drama, full of stunts, cowboys and desperadoes. Also Pathe's British Gazette and Harold Lloyd, Bebe Daniels and Pollard in 'Off the Trolley.' Booking at Anderson's. November 1…

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Publication Date: 1919-11-01 - 1919-11-04
Summary:

Tonight, Helene Chadwick and Franklyn Farnum in 'Go-Get-Em Garringer.' Pathe's British Gazette. Harold Lloyd, Bebe Daniels, Pollard in 'Off the Trolley.' Booking at Anderson's. November 1 Remarks: Matinees 2.15 and 5 p.m., Baby Marie Osborne in 'When Baby…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-01-03 - 1920-01-03
Summary:

Today, Ethel Barrymore in 'The Call of Her People,' Henry Kolker in 'The Warning,' Harry Hollard [sic] in 'Hello, Teacher,' British Gazette No.485 and 'His Father's Son.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-01-03 - 1920-01-03
Summary:

Today at 2.30 p.m., Ethel Barrymore in 'The Call of Her People.' 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Henry Kolker in 'The Warning,' Harry Pollard in 'Hello Teacher!' and British Gazette No. 485. 7.15 p.m., 'His Father's Son.'

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-03-15 - 1920-03-19
Summary:

Mitchell Lewis in 'The Code of the Yukon,' a new and thrilling story of love and adventure in the Far Noth with special musical programme. Rex Beach starred Michell Lewis in 'The Barrier.' He has just such another role in 'The Code of the Yukon.' March 15-18 remarks…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-03-15 - 1920-03-19
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., British Gazette No. 615. Also 'The Code of the Yukon' and the first ‘Snub' comedy. 7.15 p.m., 'The Circus King' episodes 11 and 12.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-03-15
Summary:

There is a splendid picture programme tonight at the Coronet, presented by Mr. Ray. There is firstly a most interesting British Gazette with the Lord Mayor's Show, the visit of the Shah of Persia to England and the Celebrations of the first anniversary of the Armistice; and, to pass by for…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-03-15 - 1920-03-19
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., British Gazette No. 615 and 'The Code of the Yukon.' Also first 'Snub' Comedy. 7.15 p.m., 'The Circus King' episodes 11 and 12. March 16 Remarks: On page 5, another ad. on Rex Beach starred Mitchell Lews in 'The Code of the Yukon…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-03-16 - 1920-03-16
Summary:

Yesterday we told you about 'The Code of the Yukon,' today we let you know that 'Start Something,' Harry Pollard's first Rolin comedy, is alone worth the full price of admission at the Coronet.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-03-16
Summary:

Most people in Hong Kong will remember the showing of Bex [sic] Beach's famous story 'The Barrier,' when Mitchell Lewis so wonderfully portrayed the character of the French Canadian. Mitchell Lewis has achieved another great success in a somewhat similar role in 'The Code of…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-03-20 - 1920-03-20
Summary:

For the Honour of Australia.' The film that every British Boy should see, featuring the destruction of the Emden by H. M. S. Sydney. Metro presents Emily Stevens in a wonderful double role in 'The House of Tears.' Snub Pollard in 'Giving the Bride Away.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-03-20 - 1920-03-20
Summary:

Big attractions for the weekend. The little house is still showing big pictures. Today at 2.30 p.m., 'For the Honour of Australia,' the film that every British boy should see, featuring the destruction of the Emden by H. M. S. Sydney. At 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Metro presents Emily Stevens…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-03-20 - 1920-03-22
Summary:

Tonight at 2.30 p.m., 'For the Honour of Australia.' At 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Metro presents Emily Stevens in 'The House of Tears.' Also ‘Snub' Pollard in 'Giving the Bride Away.' March 22 Remarks: At 7.15 p.m., 'The Circus King' episodes 13 and 14.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-03-22 - 1920-03-22
Summary:

Metro presents Emily Stevens in a wonderful double role in 'The House of Tears.' Snub Pollard in 'Giving the Bride Away.' At 7.15 p.m., 'The Circus King' episodes 13 and 14.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-03-22 - 1920-03-22
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Metro presents Emily Stevens in a wonderful double role in 'The House of Tears.' Also ‘Snub' Pollard in 'Giving the Bride Away.' At 7.15 p.m., 'The Circus King' episodes 13 and 14.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-04-02 - 1920-04-02
Summary:

Tonight, Tom Moore in 'Lord and Lady Algy,' Goldwyn picture. Also ‘Snub' Pollard in 'It Is a Hard Life' and British Gazette No. 621. Prices: matinees, 80 cents and 40 cents; soirees, $1.50 and 80 cents. Illustration included. April 2 Remarks: Another ad. on page 13.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-04-02
Summary:

The first 1920 production to be shown on a local screen will be presented at the Coronet tonight in 'Lord and Lady Algy,' Goldwyn's adaption of the famous play by R. C. Carton. The cast included Tom Moore, Naomi Childers and William Burress. Film synopsis included. In addition,…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-04-03 - 1920-04-03
Summary:

Tom Moore in 'Lord and Lady Algy.' The success of three London Seasons! R. C. Carton's delightful sporting comedy. With an all star cast that is associated with Goldwyn. Also, Snub Pollard in 'It is a Hard Life' and British Gazette No. 621.