A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Palisade Pictures: Near Post Office, Kowloon - 1 Minute From Ferry
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-07-12 - 1916-07-12
Summary:

First performance Tonight at 9.15 p.m.; Cool breezes, comfortable charis, grand pictures, good music and full band in attendance

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Headline: The Palisade: Out-of-Door-Pictures - Location Near Post Office, Kowloon
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-07-12 - 1916-07-12
Summary:

Opening Tonight at 9.15 p.m.; Full band in attendance

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Headline: The Palisade: Opening To-night
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-07-12
Summary:

The Hongkongite has yet to taste the delights of open air pictures in Kowloon at The Palisade. The enjoyment of the evening included the musical programme. The Palisade is within a minute's walk of the Ferry.

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Headline: The Coronet Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-01-07
Summary:

The difficulties at the Coronet Theatre in connection with the light have been overcome. The picture is much nearer and larger. The front rows which are too close to the screen have been removed.

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Headline: What Theatre will Show 'The Kid'?
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-12 - 1921-12-16
Summary:

The Coronet will show Charlie Chaplin's 'The Kid.' December 12-14 Remarks: It didn't mention the theatre's name.

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Headline: South China Morning Post Advertisement 1921-12-12
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-12 - 1921-12-12
Summary:

The Kid' is coming!!

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Headline: South China Morning Post Advertisement 1921-12-13
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-13 - 1921-12-13
Summary:

Charlie Chaplin's greatest picture, 'The Kid.'

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Headline: Charlie Chaplin's Greatest Picture
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-12-13 - 1921-12-17
Summary:

The Kid.'

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Headline: South China Morning Post Advertisement 1921-12-14
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-14 - 1921-12-15
Summary:

What theatre will show 'The Kid'? The Coronet of course.

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Headline: South China Morning Post Advertisement 1921-12-16
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-16 - 1921-12-16
Summary:

The Kid' is here!

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Headline: Monday at the Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-17 - 1921-12-17
Summary:

The Kid.' Matinee, $1.20 and 60 cents; soiree, $2.00 and $1.00. Plans now open.

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Headline: The Coronet: Cinema De Luxe; Kowloon Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-19 - 1921-12-19
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15, 'The Kid,' and Topical Budget. Kowloon Theatre: Today at 9 p.m., 'Other Men's Shoes' and dancing.

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Headline: The Kid' Here: Charlie Chaplin's Masterpiece at the Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-19
Summary:

Charlie Chaplin's masterpiece 'The Kid' comes to the Coronet Theatre this evening. This wonderful comedy has everywhere been proclaimed the great comedian's finest picture, even better than 'Shoulder Arms.' Jackie Coogan has been acclaimed the cleverest child actor…

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Headline: The Coronet: Cinema De Luxe; Kowloon Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-20 - 1921-12-20
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15, 'The Kid,' and Topical Budget. Kowloon Theatre: Today at 9 p.m., Special Dance. Tickets $2 each.

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Headline: The Coronet: Cinema Deluxe; Kowloon Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-20 - 1921-12-20
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15, 'The Kid' and Topical Budget. Kowloon Theatre: Special dance today at 9 p.m. Tickets $2.00 each. Best floor in the colony.

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Headline: The Kid': Packed Houses at the Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-20
Summary:

Charlie Chaplin's new production, 'The Kid,' featuring Jackie Coogan, has already established a reputation for itself in Hongkong. It was shown to crowded houses – not a seat vacant for the first time yesterday. Film review included.

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Headline: The Kid: Great Chaplin Film at the Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-20
Summary:

This week's attraction in the Coronet Theatre is 'The Kid.' The fame of Charlie Chaplin's masterpiece preceded it and it was little wonder the 'little house' was packed yesterday.

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Headline: The Coronet: Cinema De Luxe; Kowloon Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-21 - 1921-12-21
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15, 'The Kid,' and Topical Budget. Kowloon Theatre: Today only at 5.30 & 9 p.m., 'The Silver King,' 'Paper Hangers' and dancing.

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Headline: The Coronet: Cinema Deluxe; Kowloon Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-21 - 1921-12-21
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15, 'The Kid' and Topical Budget. Kowloon Theatre: Today only at 5.30 and 9 p.m., 'The Silver King' and 'Paper Hangers.' Dancing, best floor in the colony.

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Headline: The Coronet: Cinema De Luxe; Kowloon Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-12-22 - 1921-12-22
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15, 'The Kid,' and Topical Budget. Kowloon Theatre: Today 9 p.m., Cabaret Dance. Tickets $1 each at Moutrie's.