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: 1907-07-20
Summary:

The Cinematograph Pathe opens tonight in Weismann's large hall in Wyndham Street. The films, we believe, are very good and of a wide variety.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1907-07-25
Summary:

Most appreciative crowds attend the cinematograph exhibition nightly in Weismann's large hall, entrance in Wyndham street. There is a huge variety of pictures, and for a pleasant evening the hall is being patronised as a suitable rendezvous.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1907-07-27
Summary:

Those who have not paid a visit to Weismann's large hall to view the fine array of pictures shown by the cinematograph should avail themselves of the opportunity today. There is a matinee at 4, to which children are admitted at half price. Tonight there will be an entire change of programme…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1907-08-06
Summary:

The Cinematograph Pathe in the Weismann's large hall was a success on Sunday night, and the series of scared pictures was highly appreciated by the audience. After a brief interval, a few amusing films were used, and all agreed that they were some of the best seen in the Colony.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1907-08-17
Summary:

The Cinematograph Pathe is attracting good houses nightly in the large hall of Weisman's and the pictures are good. Today, at 4, there will be a matinee, and the amusing comic pictures are bound, as usual, to elicit roars of laughter, By special request, for 3 nights next week, the fine…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1907-09-28
Summary:

The Cinematograph Pathe on exhibition at Cafe Weismann continue to entertain good audiences. A number of new films have been received and will be shown on the screen.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1907-10-07
Summary:

The Cinematograph Pathe at Weisman's large hall had a number of new films, varying from 1,100 to 1,500 feet long on Saturday night. One, illustrative of a tour round the world, was much admired.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1907-11-27
Summary:

The Cinematograph Pathe, which has been exhibiting at Café Weismann with great acceptance for some time back, is branching out. Following the success of its open air exhibition at the Cricket Fete it is to exhibit in the City Hall next Saturday evening. The chief feature of the exhibition will…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-12-13 - 1922-12-16
Summary:

Thursday to Saturday, 14th to 16th Dec., at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Max Linder in 'Seven Years Bad Luck,' in 5 parts. Also, Round one of 'The Leather Pusher.' December 13 Remarks: At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., William Russell in 'Challenge of the Law,' 5 parts. December 14-16…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-12-14 - 1922-12-16
Summary:

Thursday to Saturday 14th to 16th December at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Max Linder in 'Seven Years Bad Luck' in 5 parts. Also round one of 'The Leather Pushers.' Prices of admission: 9.15 p.m. show, $1.20 and 80 cents; 5.15 p.m. matinee, 70 cents and 50 cents. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m.,…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-12-14 - 1922-12-16
Summary:

Thursday to Saturday, 14th to 16th December, 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Max Linder in 'Seven Years Bad Luck' in 5 parts. Also round one, 'The Leather Pushers.' Prices of admission. 9.15 p.m. show $1.20 and 80 cents; 5.15 p.m. matinee, 70 cents and 50 cents. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Ruth…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-12-18 - 1922-12-19
Summary:

Mon. 18th & Tue. 19th at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Realart presents 'A Private Scandal' with May McAvoy. At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Ruth Clifford & Jack Sherrill in 'The Invisible Ray,' epis. 1 & 2. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-12-18 - 1922-12-19
Summary:

Monday 17th and Tuesday 18th December at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Realart Pictures present a sensational Hector Turnbull drama, 'A Private Scandal' with May McAvoy. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Ruth Clifford and Jack Sherrill in 'The Invisible Ray' episodes 1 and 2. Prices as usual.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-12-18 - 1922-12-19
Summary:

Monday 17th and Tuesday 18th, 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Realart Pictures presents Hector Turnbull drama, 'A Private Scandal' with May McAcoy. 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Ruth Clifford and Jack Sherrill in 'The Invisible Ray' episodes 1 and 2. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-12-20 - 1922-12-22
Summary:

Wednesday to Friday at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents Buck Jones in 'Firebrand Trevison.' At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Ruth Clifford & Jack Sherrill in 'The Invisible Ray,' epis. 3 & 4. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-12-20 - 1922-12-22
Summary:

Wednesday to Friday, 3 days only, at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents Buck Jones in 'Firebrand Trevison.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Ruth Clifford and Jack Sherrill in 'The Invisible Ray' episodes 3 and 4. Prices as usual. Booking at the theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-12-20 - 1922-12-22
Summary:

Wednesday to Friday, 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., William Fox presents Buck Jones in 'Firebrand Trevision.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Ruth Clifford and Jack Sherrill in 'The Invisible Ray' episodes 3 and 4. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.

18
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-12-27 - 1922-12-30
Summary:

Wed. to Sat., 27th to 30th Dec at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Realart presents Mary Miles Minter in 'Sweet Lavender.' At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Invisible Ray,' Wed. & Thus. epis. 7 & 8, Fri.-Sun. epis. 9 & 10. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre. December 30 Remarks: On…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-12-27 - 1922-12-30
Summary:

Wednesday 27th to Thursday 30th December, 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Mary Miles Minter in 'Sweet Lavender.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Invisible Ray.' Wednesday and Thursday, episodes 7 and 8; Friday and Sunday, episodes 9 and 10. Usual prices. Booking at the theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-12-27 - 1922-12-30
Summary:

Wednesday 27th to Saturday 29th December, 5.15 p.m. and 9.15 p.m., Realart Pictures presents May Miles Minter in 'Sweet Lavender.' 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Invisible Ray.' Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre.