The side shows were also patronised by many, it being a unique entertainment for Europeans especially to watch all the varieties of Chinese boxing, which permits the use of feet – as French boxing does – and also weapons. There was an up-to-date cinematograph show at which many humorous films…
At the Hotels: At the Peak Hotel a fund was raised for entertaining the men at Mount Austin Barracks. The men were entertained to a cinematograph show where tobacco and other gifts were distributed.
Amoy, May 27 – The celebration of Empire Day proved to be a great success. General subscriptions were invited from British firms and institutions. A cinematograph was held in the Masonic Hall with a large attendance. The proceeds of the day amounted to $8000.
Cinematograph (Pathe Home Cinema) automatic lighting, complete with screen and 10 plays including two of Max Linder, and one play in two parts. Condition of machine and films guaranteed. A proper drawing room cinema. Demonstration gladly given. Price $425. Apply Box No. 901, care of 'S. C.…
Propaganda by cinematograph. Wideawake importers anxious to increase their trade with the interior are requested to communicate with box no. 942, care of 'S. C. M. Post.'
In the report, the Chinese community, in addition to the subscription of $27,435.88 from the theatre provided the juggler, and Messrs Pathe Freres the cinematograph entertainment. Detail of the receipts included, from Victoria Theatre and Theatre Royal.
The Committee acknowledged a list of parties as appreciation of their valuable aid, including Messrs. Pathe Freres for free use of Cinematograph.
The Kwangtung Educational Association was to keep open door to all members and friends on Saturday. Activities including cinematograph shows will be included. Invitations were issued to all schools principals of Canton.
Young folk and elders too are looking forward to the Bazaar arranged for Wednesday and Thursday at St. Paul's College, Glenesly. In the evening there will be an open air cinematograph and Chinese theatrical performance.
Messrs Chan Sik-chuen, Wong Chuck-san and Leung Sui-lue of the Kum Ling Restaurant, West Point, are arranging to hold a cinematograph show shortly on the roof garden of their Restaurant in aid of the Hongkong Fund for war devastated villages of France. Various films have been secured and an up-…
The hard work of Mrs Basil Taylour and associated helpers in the cause of Devastated France will culminate this weekend in what promises to be a successful collection. Pansy Day on Friday opens the programme; The Entertainment: The Pathe Freres, who are kindly providing the cinema entertainment…
An Acknowledgement: The committee of the Hongkong Fund for War Devastated France regret that, owing to an oversight, at the time of Miss Van der Flier's lecture at the theatre Royal in aid of the Fund, no acknowledgement was made in the Press of the fact that the cinematograph performance…
The Blue Funnel passenger liner Anchises which came into port on Tuesday is now lying alongside Holt's Wharf, Kowloon. Among various facilities that aim to accommodate the needs of passengers, the cinematograph installation is an appreciated provision.
Notice is hereby given that the exclusive exhibition rights for China of the Charles Chaplin film called 'The Kid' is the property of the First National Exhibitors Circuit and that these rights have not been sold or leased to any person or firm in China. Proceedings will be taken…
Notice is hereby given that the exclusive exhibition rights for China of the Charles Chaplin film called 'The Kid' is the property of the First National Exhibitors Circuit and that these rights have not been sold or leased to any person or firm in China. Proceedings will be taken…
The undersigned have received instructions from registrar, the supreme court to sell by public auctions, on Thursday, the 6th October 1921, commencing at 2.30 p.m., at their sales rooms, no. 8, Des Voeux Road, corner of Ice House Street, the office furniture, stock and samples of the Universal…
According to the writer, Mr. Chaplin does not like being called 'Charlie' – that he prefers to be known as Charles. Besides, he is unquestionably the greatest comedian in the world. Recently, the film 'The Kid' should prove that Mr. Chaplin is both a leading international…
The Kid' is coming!!
Reports from the North tell of phenomenal business for the cinemas that have been so fortunate as to secure Charlie Chaplin's wonderful comedy, 'The Kid.' In Shanghai, it crowded the Victoria Theatre for two weeks.
Charlie Chaplin's greatest picture, 'The Kid.'