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: 1908-07-08
Summary:

The Governor, Sir Frederick Lugard, has graciously promised to open the Flood Relief Bazaar. The committee begged to acknowledge with thanks the gifts and donations. Mr. Chan Mong Loong, in particular, offered his cinematograph for 7 days free of charge, but on account of lack of accommodation…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1908-07-09 - 1908-07-16
Summary:

For 7 days and 7 nights from 2.30 p.m. to 5 p.m., 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., and 11 p.m. to 2 a.m. Each admission 50 cents. To Theatre 40 cents additional. On July 15 and 16, only the first two admissions were provided.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1908-08-17
Summary:

The most successful al fresco concert was held in the Kowloon Cricket Club. There was a performance from Senor Torras, who is one of the leading artistes at the Alexandra Cinematograph.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-12-30
Summary:

The Salon Cinema Theatre, Wyndham Street, is now in working order. The building had been thoroughly renovated and made fireproof in all its parts. All seats have a clear view of the stage, and to effect this improvement the walls have been considerably raised, also the floor at the entrance.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1910-04-04
Summary:

Messrs Ramos and Ramos, proprietors of the 'Victoria' Cinematograph in Des Voeux Road, conceived the idea some time ago of erecting a theatre worthy of the Colony, and they secured the site on which stood the old Hongkong Cinematograph, opposite the market. Portion of this site was…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1910-07-09
Summary:

Even though it was good many years ago, now the old theatre in Hong Kong is too small, badly ventilated and its acoustics are the despair of every operatic and dramatic company that ventures to produce a piece within its walls.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-03-28
Summary:

St. Petersburg, March 7 -The disaster at Bologi was caused by the explosion of a cinematograph lantern. The film represented a collision between two trains. The showman had previously announced that there would be appropriate crashing, and the spectators assumed that the explosion was part of…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-05-27
Summary:

The new Victoria Theatre, a fine building in Des Voeux Road, erected by Messrs. Ramos and Ramos, was opened last night, the initial performance being well attended, in spite of the attraction at the City Hall. The theatre is capable of seating upwards of 800 persons, the chairs being of the tip-…

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Headline: Al Fresco Fete
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-10-28 - 1911-11-04
Summary:

Grand cinematograph show will be exhibited during the evening and night

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Headline: Al Fresco Fete
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-10-28 - 1911-11-04
Summary:

At 9 to 11 p.m. on Sunday, 5th November, 1911. Price details included. Tea, cakes and refreshments are served in the afternoon and night. Grand cinematograph show is exhibited during the evening and night. Performance by the Band of the King's Own Yorkshire Light Infantry from 9 to 11 p.m.…

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Headline: Al Fresco Fete
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-11-06
Summary:

The al fresco fete in the grounds of the Roman Catholic Cathedral last night was crowded. The good cause of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul was liberally benefitted. Both the shooting gallery and cinematograph were largely patronised.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-05-31
Summary:

It is easy to understand why Mr. R. H. Stephenson, or 'Bob' Stephenson as his intimates call him, the popular lessee and manager of the Bijou Scenic Theatre, is looking forward with such pleasurable anticipation to his forthcoming trip to Australia. The Bijou closes down after this…

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Headline: Al Fresco Fete
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-10-24 - 1912-11-02
Summary:

To be held in the compound of the Roman Catholic Cathedral on Sunday, 3rd November from 9 p.m. to 11 p.m.; Grand Cinematograph show will be exhibited during the evening and night.

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Headline: Al Fresco Fete
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1912-10-24 - 1912-11-01
Summary:

In aid of Society of St. Vincent de Paul on Sunday, 3rd November, from 9 to 11 p.m. Price details included. Stalls can be inspected from 2 to 7 p.m. Cakes and refreshments are served during evening and night. Performance by the band of King's Own Yorkshire Light Infantry from 9 to 11 p.m.…

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Headline: Al Fresco Fete
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-10-24 - 1912-11-01
Summary:

In aid of the funds of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul to be held in the compound of the Roman Catholic Cathedral on Sunday; 3rd Nov from 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. under the most distinguished patronage of His excellency the Governor Sir Francis, Henry May and Lady May; admission ticket $ 1.00 which…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-11-04
Summary:

At the Roman Catholic Church compound yesterday, the annual al fresco fete in connection with the Society of St. Vincent de Paul was held. The cinematograph exhibition kindly given by Pathe Freres, was the means of attracting many stray dollars.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-11-11
Summary:

The Committee of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul report that the proceeds of the recent Al fresco fete amounted to $2,600 net. They wish to thank Messrs. Pathe Freres for their cinema exhibitions.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-11-26 - 1914-11-28
Summary:

The magnificent coloured drama, 'The Secret of the Wall' in 4 parts - 5,000 feet long, very exciting; also 'Millionaire Milkman,' 'Womanly Curiosity,' and 'Bad Desire'; 2nd series War Pictures in 2 parts on Tuesday; performance by the band of the 25th…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-01-30
Summary:

A Russian gentleman has asked the Ministry of Interior to issue him a passport for travelling through the walled cities in Chihli. He states that he will give moving picture shows in every city he visits.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-11-15
Summary:

The spacious compound of the Roman Catholic Cathedral presented a most animated scene. Scout Master A. J. Edwards and staff kindly lent their assistance to the Bazaar's cinematograph show.