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: 1916-08-21
Summary:

Another cinematograph entertainment to be devoted to War Charities on Thursday. A lecture illustrated by photographs will be delivered by Mr Frederick Coleman, F.R.G.S.

102
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-08-22
Summary:

Another cinematograph entertainment is to be given at the Peak Club. A lecture delivered by Mr. Frederick Coleman, F.R.G.S. and portion of the proceeds will be devoted to War Charities.

103
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-01-31
Summary:

A reminder is given to members of the Peak Club and their friends that there will be a cinematograph performance at the Peak Club. The next performance will take place on Friday instead of February at the Helena May Institute.

104
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-02-16
Summary:

A reminder is given to members of the Peak Club that a cinematograph performance will be given at the Peak Club when some interesting War films will be exhibited. The surplus proceeds will be devoted to War Charities.

105
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-04-11
Summary:

There seems to be a misunderstanding in connection with the sale of the tickets for the Café Chantant on St George's Day. These tickets cover the admittance and afternoon tea in the Drill Hall but not to the various sideshows, cinema, ventriloquist, etc.

106
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-04-11
Summary:

The accommodation at St. Stephen's Girls' College was overtaxed. The programme includes children taking part in a concert and a display of cinematograph pictures made an enjoyable finale.

107
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-12-07
Summary:

In the afternoon and evening, there was a Cinematograph show, at which excellent films were presented, was well attended, and the thanks of all are due to Messrs. Pathe Freres for kindly loaning the machine.

108
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-12-08
Summary:

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…

109
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-12-28
Summary:

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.

110
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-05-30
Summary:

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.

111
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-11-20
Summary:

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.

112
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-02-01
Summary:

The Committee acknowledged a list of parties as appreciation of their valuable aid, including Messrs. Pathe Freres for free use of Cinematograph.

113
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-02-10
Summary:

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.

114
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-07-14
Summary:

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.

115
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-12-16
Summary:

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-…

116
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-12-18
Summary:

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…

117
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-12-20
Summary:

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…

118
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-01-13
Summary:

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.

119
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-13
Summary:

On Friday, here will be a cinematograph display for children at the Helena May Institute, open to members of the Institute, their children and friends.

120
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-12-23
Summary:

We are asked to remind our readers that there will be a cinematograph display for children at the Helena May Institute this afternoon, which is open to members of Institute, their children and their friends.