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: 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.

122
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.

123
Headline: For Sale
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-09-07 - 1918-09-13
Summary:

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.…

124
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-09-26 - 1918-10-01
Summary:

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.'

125
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.

126
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.

127
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.

128
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.

129
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-…

130
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…

131
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…

132
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-03-15 - 1920-03-19
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., British Gazette No. 615. Also 'The Code of the Yukon' and the first ‘Snub' comedy. 7.15 p.m., 'The Circus King' episodes 11 and 12.

133
Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-04-08 - 1920-04-08
Summary:

You've heard her on the Victor, see her on the screen, Geraldine Farrar, the world-famous operatic star in Goldwyn's gorgeous photoplay, 'Shadows,' a drama of Eastern days and Alaskan nights in 6 parts. Also another first-rate ‘Snub' comedy, 'Looking for Trouble…

134
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-05-01 - 1920-05-01
Summary:

Tonight at the Coronet, a splendid news reel, a ‘Snub' comedy that is right up to standard, a six-part Goldwyn play by Rex Beach, and a musical programme that is alone worth the price of admission. None of the petty annoyances caused by inartistic advertising slides, old and scratched…

135
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-07-31 - 1920-08-02
Summary:

Tonight at 2.30, 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Norma Talmadge in 'The Probation Wife,' ‘Snub' Comedy and British Gazette. At 7.15 p.m., 'The Silent Mystery' episodes 6 and 7.

136
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-08-03 - 1920-08-06
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Goldwyn presents Mabel Normand in 'The Venus Model,' ‘Snub' comedy and British Gazette. At 7.15 p.m., 'The Silent Mystery' episodes 6 and 7.

137
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-08-30 - 1920-09-02
Summary:

Monday to Thursday, August 30 to September 2 at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Dolores Cassinelli in 'Tarnished Reputations.' Also ‘Snub' comedy and the best and most artistic topical ever thrown upon the screen, 'Around the Town.'

138
Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-08-30 - 1920-08-30
Summary:

Tonight till Thursday, a Blackton Production, 'Respectable by Proxy,' with Sylvia Breamer and Robert Gordon. Also Dolores Cassinelli in 'Tarnished Reputations,' ‘Snub' Comedy, Pathe news and Britain's best Topical, 'Around the Town.' Illustration included…

139
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-09-03 - 1920-09-03
Summary:

Tonight till Monday, Norma Talmadge in 'Her Only Way.' Also ‘Snub' Comedy, Pathe News and 'Around the Town.' September 3 Remarks: Another ad. on page 5. Picture included.

140
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-09-06 - 1920-09-06
Summary:

Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Norma Talmadge in 'Her Only Way.' Also ‘Snub' Comedy, Pathe News and 'Around the Town.' At 7.15 p.m., 'Little Red Decides' and comedies.