A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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101
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-07-20
Summary:

The programme by the Band of the 25th Middlesex Regiment was well received at the Victoria Theatre. A variety of films was also given.

102
Headline: Public Auctions
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-08-22 - 1917-08-24
Summary:

One Cinematograph Camera and Films

103
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-12-08
Summary:

We are asked by the Hongkong University Union to state that the cinema with the films by the Pathe Phono-Cinema-Chine, the sole agent of Pathe Freres.

104
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-12-08
Summary:

It has been decided to continue the bazaar exhibitions. A great effort was made on behalf of the Tientsin Flood Relief Funds. Some generous donors assisted the students by sending subscriptions to their funds. Side shows: By far the best value in the side-shows is the cinema, for which the…

105
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-04-30 - 1918-05-02
Summary:

Tuesday 30th, April and Thursday 2nd, May, 'A Noble Action,' a stirring drama in four parts, full of interest and emotion featuring the celebrated French actress, Mdlle Vera Sergine. Also American Gazette No. 46, 'A Brigand Unwittingly,' 'The Professional Amateur,'…

106
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-05-10
Summary:

Tonight the Misses Woods are appearing at the R. A. Theatre for the soldiers and their friends. Some interesting films will also be screened.

107
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-02-15
Summary:

The promoters of that very successful matinee in aid of the Macao Free Night School which took place on Tuesday last wish to thank Messrs Pathe Freres for the loan of films and the management of the Victoria Theatre for the use of the building.

108
Headline: A Film Scandal
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-02-25
Summary:

London, Jan. 15 – It is stated that the Scotland Yard, authorities are energetically tracking down certain private film exhibitors who are carrying on an illicit trade in the West End of London. Any traveller knows the character of some of the films shown in low-class cinemas in some continental…

109
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-04-09
Summary:

A tea dansant was given by the Hon. Mr. E. D. C. Wolfe, Captain Superintendent of Police, at the gymnasium in the new Police quarters yesterday and was largely attended by men of the various ranks. Several interesting cinema films were exhibited.

110
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-05-19
Summary:

Regarding the Far Eastern Olympiad at Shanghai, lantern slides and films of the 1915 games used at meetings to arouse interest in the Games have drawn large crowds in Shanghai, Nanking, Soochow and Hankow.

111
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-20 - 1921-08-20
Summary:

Wherever moving pictures are shown the name of D. W. Griffith is a name to conjure with! A new Griffith production is a screen event of the first importance. You remember the splendours of 'Intolerance' and that masterpiece, unforgettable 'Hearts of the World,' 'Way Down…

112
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-20
Summary:

The other week were published in the North-China Daily News particularly relating to the unaccountably early showing of two Charlie Chaplin features in Shanghai, 'The Kid' last summer and 'The Idle Class' during the present month. It was shown that Ramos Amusements Ltd. had…

113
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-02-20 - 1922-03-01
Summary:

On Tuesday, 7th March, 2.30 p.m. to 6.30 p.m. and 8.30 p.m. to 10.30 p.m., sale of work, Bedouin tent, missionary court, brief talks, cinematograph films, and realistic scenes of Indian life. Choir of 200 voices. Refreshments.

114
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-03-14 - 1922-03-20
Summary:

In aid of Yunnanfu Hospital and St. Dunstan's home for blinded soldiers on Monday 20th March, 2.30 p.m. to 6.30 p.m. and 8.30 p.m. to 10.30 p.m. The lady Stubbs will open 'The Day' at 2.30 and H. E. Major-General Sir John Fowler, K. C. M. G., C. B., D. S. O., will preside. Sale of…

115
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-16
Summary:

The famous Griffith picture 'Way Down East' was surrendered this month to Mr. George Mooser, representative of the United Artists Corporation. It marked the first victory of the United Artists Corporation in the fight being waged against motion picture film piracy. For background…

116
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-08-04
117
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-01 - 1922-11-02
Summary:

Way Down East' is here!

118
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-02
Summary:

Charlie Chaplin, in the flesh, will be in Hongkong next March, accompanied by Mary Pickford and Douglas Fairbanks. Efforts will also be made to induce D. W. Griffith to join the party. This news was given yesterday by Mr. George Mooser, a well-known play producer and film manager. He is the…

119
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-02
Summary:

In the motion picture production of 'Way Down East,' David W. Griffith spent ten months to take the scenes. Moreover, the producer has followed closely the original stage drama tale of Lottie Blair Parker and Joseph R. Grismer, and the elaborations occur in the visualising the big…

120
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-03 - 1922-11-03
Summary:

Where will 'Way Down East' be shown?