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: 1907-12-06
Summary:

The management of the Hong Kong Cinematograph announces that two performance of a new series of pictures will be given nightly at the theatre, opposite the Central market. One show is from 6:30 to 8:30, and the other from 9 to 11 pm.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1907-12-17
Summary:

The Hong Kong cinematograph proprietor has secured a number of new films lately, and to add to the attractions of the place in Dex Voeux Road three lady artistes favour with songs-French and English. The pictures are varied and excellent.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1907-12-21
Summary:

The HongKong Cinematograph will exhibit pictures of the Passion Play on the night of 21-24 December. The films are 6000 feet long, and promise to be the most interesting and appropriate for this time of the year.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1907-12-23
Summary:

The film depicting the Passion Play was highly appreciated at the Hongkong Cinematograph, Des Voeux Road, on Saturday night, the 'House' being a crowded one. Several solos were sung by the lady artists.

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Headline: Al Fresco Fete
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-10-28 - 1911-11-04
Summary:

At 9 to 11 p.m. on Sunday, 5th November, 1911. Price details included. Tea, cakes and refreshments are served in the afternoon and night. Grand cinematograph show is exhibited during the evening and night. Performance by the Band of the King's Own Yorkshire Light Infantry from 9 to 11 p.m.…

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Headline: Al Fresco Fete
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-11-06
Summary:

The al fresco fete in the grounds of the Roman Catholic Cathedral last night was crowded. The good cause of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul was liberally benefitted. Both the shooting gallery and cinematograph were largely patronised.

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Headline: Al Fresco Fete
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-10-24 - 1912-11-01
Summary:

In aid of the funds of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul to be held in the compound of the Roman Catholic Cathedral on Sunday; 3rd Nov from 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. under the most distinguished patronage of His excellency the Governor Sir Francis, Henry May and Lady May; admission ticket $ 1.00 which…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-09-09 - 1916-09-12
Summary:

Screening of 'The Waitress Countess', Nordisk's 'His Revenge', Gaumont Garphic and Comics

9
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-11-04 - 1916-11-07
Summary:

Screening of 'The Million Dollar Mystery' (9th & 10th episodes) and Comics including Charlie Chaplin; Orchestra under the direction of Prof. Gonzales; Coming film: 'Neptune's Daughter'

10
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-11-18 - 1916-11-21
Summary:

Screening of 'The Million Dollar Mystery' (15th & 16th episodes) and 'The Trey O'Hearts' (10th episode) including Comics; Orchestra under the direction of Prof. Gonzales

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-12-06 - 1916-12-06
Summary:

Screening of 'The Diamond from the Sky' (6th and 7th episodes) and Comics; Orchestra under the direction of Prof. Gonzales

12
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-12-07 - 1916-12-08
Summary:

Tonight: Screening of 'The Diamond from the Sky' (6th and 7th episodes) and Comics; Orchestra under the direction of Prof. Gonzales

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-12-27 - 1916-12-27
Summary:

Screening of 'The Diamond from the Sky' (18th and 19th episodes) and Comics for 3 nights

14
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-12-28 - 1916-12-28
Summary:

Screening of 'The Diamond from the Sky' (18th and 19th episodes) and Comics for 2 nights

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-12-29 - 1916-12-29
Summary:

Tonight: Screening of 'The Diamond from the Sky' (18th and 19th episodes) and Comics

16
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-12-30 - 1916-12-30
Summary:

Screening of 'The Diamond from the Sky' (20th, 21st and 22nd episodes) and Comics; Orchestra in attendance

17
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-01-01 - 1917-01-01
Summary:

Screening of 'Diamond from the Sky' (20th, 21st & 22nd episodes) and Comics

18
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-01-06 - 1917-01-06
Summary:

Screening of 'Diamond from the Sky' (25th, 26th & 27th episodes) and Comics

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-01-08 - 1917-01-09
Summary:

Tonight: Screening of 'Diamond from the Sky' (25th, 26th & 27th episodes) and Comics

20
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-01-13 - 1917-01-13
Summary:

Screening of 'Mysteries of the Grand Hotel' (1st & 2nd episodes) and Comics; Orchestra in attendance