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: 1898-07-20
Summary:

An exhibition of Lumiere's Cinematographe will be given at 9 o'clock this evening in the matshed (open-air theatre) erected for the purpose near Pedder's Wharf.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1898-07-21
Summary:

Lumiere's Cinematographe was exhibited in Hongkong for the first time in a matshed (open-air theatre) specially erected for the purpose near Pedder's Wharf. There was a large and appreciative audience and the various items of the programme were loudly applauded. Scenes from the Paris…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1898-07-22
Summary:

Lumiere's Cinematographe entertainment was repeated last night at the matshed (open-air theatre) erected for the purpose near Pedder's Wharf. In addition to a large number of good pictures a few selections in the phonograph were also given. The whole entertainment lasted fully two…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1898-07-26
Summary:

A very excellent cinematograph exhibition is now on view in a spacious matshed on the Praya Reclamation near Pedder's Wharf.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1898-07-27
Summary:

The Cinematographe Exhibition near Padder's Wharf on the Praya Reclamation is well worth a visit. There are views of the Jubilee proceedings in London, the passage of the Queen's carriage with an escort of Lifeguards, the Naval Brigade going through London, The Queensland troops at the…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1898-08-05
Summary:

The Cinematograph Matshed on Pedder's Wharf has stood the weather very well. Tonight the fine display of pictures and the excellent phonograph entertainment will be given as usual.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1898-08-09
Summary:

The Lumiere Cinematographe Exhibition near Pedder's Wharf continues to attract large audiences.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-07-19 - 1921-07-21
Summary:

Tuesday to Thursday at 5.15 p.m. and 9.15 p.m., Theda Bara in 'The Devil's Daughter' in 5 parts. Also Pathe's News and Comedies. At 2.15, 5.15 and 7.15 p.m. only, The Great Bracken's in their sensational wire and wonderful juggling acts. Popular prices: 9.15 p.m., $1.00…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-06 - 1921-09-08
Summary:

Tuesday, 6th to Thursday, 8th September at 9.15 p.m., Triangle Film Corp. presents Margaret [sic] Blanche in 'A Place in the Sun.' Also Pathe's News and Comedies. Matinee programmes: Tuesday and Wednesday, 'Desert Gold'; Thursday at 5.15 p.m., 'Vanishing Trails…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-09-06 - 1921-09-08
Summary:

Tuesday, 6th to Thursday, 8th instant, 9.15 p.m., Triangle Film Corp. presents Margaret [sic] Blanche in 'A Place in the Sun.' Also Pathe's News and Comedies. Matinee programmes: Tuesday and Wednesday 5.15 p.m., 'Desert Gold'; Thursday 7.15 p.m., 'Vanishing Trail…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-09-16 - 1921-09-17
Summary:

Tonight! At 9.15 p.m., Ruffells presents 'The Great Game,' in 6 parts featuring Bombardier Wells and an all-star cast, Pathe's latest News and Comedies. Matinee programme: 5.15 p.m., 'Fool's Gold,' 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., 'Vanishing Trail,' 10 & 11 epis…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-16 - 1921-09-17
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., Ruffells' presents 'The Great Game,' a most wonderful drama in 6 parts featuring Bombardier Wells and an all-star cast. Also Pathe's latest news and comedies. Matinee programme: 5.15 p.m., 'Fool's Gold'; 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Vanishing…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-09-16 - 1921-09-17
Summary:

Tonight 9.15 p.m., Ruffells presents 'The Great Game' featuring Bombardier Wells. Also Pathe's latest news and comedies. Matinee programmes 5.15 p.m., 'Fool's Gold'; 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Vanishing Trail' 10 and 11 episodes. Booking at Messrs Mehta and Co,…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-15
Summary:

A crowded house at the World Theatre greeted 'The Scarlet Pimpernel' last night when it was shown for the first time. Dustin Farnum takes the main role and supported by Winifred Kingston. Film synopsis included. Pathe's News is shown as usual and there are comedies and other films…

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

Scarlet Pimpernel,' from Baroness Orczy's novel, was shown on the screen at the World Theatre. Dustin Farnum and Winifred Kingston take the main roles in the film. Film synopsis included. Pathe News and two good comedies are also in the programme.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-11-02
Summary:

La La Lucille,' the star film now showing at the World Theatre, is one long laugh from start to finish. With such names as Eddie Lyons and Lee Moran in the cast, the acting is bound to be good. Film synopsis included. The programme also includes some minor films, with the usual Pathe's…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-11-08 - 1921-11-10
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., Jack Sherrill & Mable Withee in 'Once to Every Man,' in 6 parts, Comedies and Pathe News. Matinees: 5.15 p.m., 'La La Lucille.' 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., Eddie Polo in 6 & 7 episodes of 'King of Circus.' Usual prices. Booking at Messrs.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-08 - 1921-11-10
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., Jack Sherrill and Mabel Withee in a rugged drama of human interest, 'Once to Every Man' in 5 parts. Also comedies and Pathe News. Matinees: 5.15 p.m., 'La La Lucille,' a special comedy attraction in 5 parts; 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Eddie Polo in 'King…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-11-09 - 1921-11-10
Summary:

Tonight 9.15 p.m., Jack Sherrill and Mabel Withee in 'Once to Every Man' in 6 parts. Also Comedies and Pathe News. Matinees: 5.15 p.m., 'La La Lucille'; 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Eddie Polo in 'King of Circus' [sic] episodes 6 and 7. Booking at Messrs Mehta and Co. Tel…

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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.)