A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1897-04-27
Summary:

Last night, Professor Charver gave a luminary exhibition of the latest invention in phantasmagoria in St. Andrew's Hall to a select party of press representatives and other gentlemen. There is a description of the screening of Cinematograph: a long strip of photographic film is wound from…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1897-04-27 - 1897-04-27
Summary:

The delicate and intricate mechanical arrangements combined with the elaborate and most modern of electrical appliances of the machine require such perfect adjustment and manipulation that Professor Maurice Charvet has decided to postpone his opening exhibition for one day.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1897-04-27 - 1897-04-27
Summary:

Professor Maurice Charvet has decided to postpone his opening exhibition for one day. 'The Cinematograph' will be exhibited at St. Andrew's Hall (City Hall) tomorrow. It's the greatest marvel of the age. Admission: $1, children half-price.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1897-04-28 - 1897-04-28
Summary:

The Cinematograph is the greatest marvel of the age. It will be exhibited under the personal supervision of Professor Maurice Charvet five sessions a day and each for an hour.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1897-04-28 - 1897-05-05
Summary:

Today! 'The Cinematograph' will be exhibited, under the personal supervision of Professor Maurice Charvet, 5 sections a day. Admission: $1, children half-price.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1897-05-04
Summary:

The Cinematograph continues to draw large attendances daily and nightly at St. Andrew's Hall. Mr. W. Muskett's lucid and interesting 'lecture' enhanced the pleasure of young people. Professor Charvet will shortly introduce an entirely new set of pictures.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1900-10-30
Summary:

The opening of a Cinematograph Exhibition to be held in the St. Andrew's Hall will take place tonight. Pictures representing the Transvaal war will be put before the spectators.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-03-09
Summary:

Mr. J. B. Suttor is to lecture in the St. Andrew's Hall, City Hall, this afternoon before the Odd Volumes Society. The lecture, which will be illustrated by cinematograph pictures, is on Australian life, and H. E. the Governor will preside.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-07-19 - 1921-07-21
Summary:

Tuesday to Thursday at 5.15 p.m. and 9.15 p.m., Theda Bara in 'The Devil's Daughter' in 5 parts. Also Pathe's News and Comedies. At 2.15, 5.15 and 7.15 p.m. only, The Great Bracken's in their sensational wire and wonderful juggling acts. Popular prices: 9.15 p.m., $1.00…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-06 - 1921-09-08
Summary:

Tuesday, 6th to Thursday, 8th September at 9.15 p.m., Triangle Film Corp. presents Margaret [sic] Blanche in 'A Place in the Sun.' Also Pathe's News and Comedies. Matinee programmes: Tuesday and Wednesday, 'Desert Gold'; Thursday at 5.15 p.m., 'Vanishing Trails…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-09-06 - 1921-09-08
Summary:

Tuesday, 6th to Thursday, 8th instant, 9.15 p.m., Triangle Film Corp. presents Margaret [sic] Blanche in 'A Place in the Sun.' Also Pathe's News and Comedies. Matinee programmes: Tuesday and Wednesday 5.15 p.m., 'Desert Gold'; Thursday 7.15 p.m., 'Vanishing Trail…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-09-16 - 1921-09-17
Summary:

Tonight! At 9.15 p.m., Ruffells presents 'The Great Game,' in 6 parts featuring Bombardier Wells and an all-star cast, Pathe's latest News and Comedies. Matinee programme: 5.15 p.m., 'Fool's Gold,' 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., 'Vanishing Trail,' 10 & 11 epis…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-16 - 1921-09-17
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., Ruffells' presents 'The Great Game,' a most wonderful drama in 6 parts featuring Bombardier Wells and an all-star cast. Also Pathe's latest news and comedies. Matinee programme: 5.15 p.m., 'Fool's Gold'; 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Vanishing…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-09-16 - 1921-09-17
Summary:

Tonight 9.15 p.m., Ruffells presents 'The Great Game' featuring Bombardier Wells. Also Pathe's latest news and comedies. Matinee programmes 5.15 p.m., 'Fool's Gold'; 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Vanishing Trail' 10 and 11 episodes. Booking at Messrs Mehta and Co,…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-10-15
Summary:

A crowded house at the World Theatre greeted 'The Scarlet Pimpernel' last night when it was shown for the first time. Dustin Farnum takes the main role and supported by Winifred Kingston. Film synopsis included. Pathe's News is shown as usual and there are comedies and other films…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-10-17
Summary:

Scarlet Pimpernel,' from Baroness Orczy's novel, was shown on the screen at the World Theatre. Dustin Farnum and Winifred Kingston take the main roles in the film. Film synopsis included. Pathe News and two good comedies are also in the programme.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-11-02
Summary:

La La Lucille,' the star film now showing at the World Theatre, is one long laugh from start to finish. With such names as Eddie Lyons and Lee Moran in the cast, the acting is bound to be good. Film synopsis included. The programme also includes some minor films, with the usual Pathe's…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-11-08 - 1921-11-10
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., Jack Sherrill & Mable Withee in 'Once to Every Man,' in 6 parts, Comedies and Pathe News. Matinees: 5.15 p.m., 'La La Lucille.' 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., Eddie Polo in 6 & 7 episodes of 'King of Circus.' Usual prices. Booking at Messrs.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-08 - 1921-11-10
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., Jack Sherrill and Mabel Withee in a rugged drama of human interest, 'Once to Every Man' in 5 parts. Also comedies and Pathe News. Matinees: 5.15 p.m., 'La La Lucille,' a special comedy attraction in 5 parts; 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Eddie Polo in 'King…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-11-09 - 1921-11-10
Summary:

Tonight 9.15 p.m., Jack Sherrill and Mabel Withee in 'Once to Every Man' in 6 parts. Also Comedies and Pathe News. Matinees: 5.15 p.m., 'La La Lucille'; 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., Eddie Polo in 'King of Circus' [sic] episodes 6 and 7. Booking at Messrs Mehta and Co. Tel…