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: 1911-10-06 - 1911-10-06
Summary:

Boxing contest for the Middleweight Championship. Preliminaries of Terry Martin vs. Leon Pauley. Tomorrow, Saturday at 9 p.m. Price details included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-11-23 - 1911-12-02
Summary:

(Next to Skating Rink) Saturday, 2nd December, 1911. Doors open at 8:30 p.m. and commencing at 9 p.m. Main events from 6 to 20 rounds. Price details included. Booking at Moutrie's. Late trams are served.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1917-10-05 - 1917-10-09
Summary:

Schedule for Thursday, 18th October, 1917: In morning, a collection for Lady May's Rose Fund is held. In afternoon at 3 o'clock, a drawing of war bonds and St. John Ambulance Brigade competitions are held. Teas and refreshments are included. In evening at 9 o'clock, new official…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1917-10-10 - 1917-10-16
Summary:

Schedule for Thursday, 18th October, 1917: In morning, a collection for Lady May's Rose Fund is held. In afternoon at 3 o'clock, a drawing of war bonds and St. John Ambulance Brigade competitions are held. Teas and refreshments are included. In evening at 9 o'clock, new official…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-07-25 - 1921-07-27
Summary:

Patrons are requested to visit the Empire, late Woping (opposite Central Market), tonight at 5.15 and 9.15, 'The Devil's Passkey.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-07-28 - 1921-07-30
Summary:

Patrons are requested to visit the Empire, late Woping (opposite Central Market), tonight at 5.15 and 9.15, Anita Stewart in Sir A. W. Pinero's 'Mind the Paint Girl.' Also, Humorist's Derby and Canton from the air. July 28 Remarks: Another ad. on page 5. The First National…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-08-01 - 1921-08-05
Summary:

Patrons are requested to visit the Empire, late Woping (opposite Central Market), today at 5.15 and 9.15, 'Blind Husbands.' At 2.30 and 7.15, 'The Son of Tarzan' episode 10. Also 'Daredevil Jack' episode 11 and 'Bumping Into Broadway.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-09-09 - 1922-09-09
Summary:

This famous Shakespearean play will be performed by the Chung Tai Ping Theatrical Company at the Tai Ping Theatre on Sunday night the 10th instant.

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Headline: Pathe-Baby
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-01-09 - 1924-03-04
Summary:

Plays with steel needle only. Exact duplicate of actual performance. Nothing better, irrespective of price $1.50 each. On sale. A Tack, 20, Des Voeux Road; Pathe-Orient, 12, Queen's Road, Central.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-01-11 - 1924-02-20
Summary:

Projects all standard sized films and slides. Absolutely dangerless owing to its low voltage bulb lamp. Projects at 25 to 40 feet, a brilliant image measuring up to 6' x 8'. Inquiries solicited. Pathe-Orient, 12, Queen's Road Central, Hongkong.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-01-15 - 1924-02-14
Summary:

Moving picture camera, HK$575.00, for newsmen and general outdoor work. Outfit comes complete with Tessar Zeiss Lens, two 400 feet regular Debrie magazine and carrying case. Pathe-Orient, 12, Queen's Road Central, Hongkong.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-04-15 - 1924-04-23
Summary:

Opening early in May, with grand display of the latest films. Usual prices. Nothing like it in the far East. Watch for latest announcements.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-04-24 - 1924-04-29
Summary:

Best music and best entertainment. Opening ceremony on 1st of May.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-04-30 - 1924-05-05
Summary:

Largest, Coolest and most comfortable moving picture house in the far East. Best music and best entertainment. Opening ceremony tomorrow. Commencing, May 2nd to 5th at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'The Hero.' Admission: 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., box $7.20 (6 seats), dress circle 80 cents…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-05 - 1924-05-05
Summary:

Take your friend to the finest theatre and see the best show in comfort.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-06 - 1924-05-08
Summary:

Commencing May 6th to 8th at 2.30, 5.30, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Al Lichtman presents Miriam Cooper and Gaston Glass in 'Daughters of the Rich' in 6 parts. Usual prices. Booking at the Theatre. May 7 & 8 Remarks: Picture included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-09 - 1924-05-13
Summary:

Commencing Saturday, May 10th to Wednesday, May 14th 1994 at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., The Olympia Follies, a talented company of highly accomplished variety artists, headed by Hamilton and Mills. The great society entertainers in all the latest London and New York jazz songs, lyrics and ballads, solo…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-09 - 1924-05-12
Summary:

Commencing May 9th to 12th at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Irene Castle in 'Slim Shoulders' in 7 parts and 'The Unfortunate Girl' at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. (a marvelous Chinese production). Usual prices. Also charming dancing entertainment will begin on May 10th to 14th by 'Olympia…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-13 - 1924-05-15
Summary:

Commencing May 13th to 15th, Miss Genevieve Felix in 'The Lady of Monsoreau' in 7 parts. Also at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., a charming dancing entertainment by 'The Olympia Follies.' The last two days. Admission: 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Box $15.00, Dress circle $2.00, stalls $1.50 and…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-15 - 1924-05-19
Summary:

Commencing May 16th to 19th, Chefalo and Palermo Company, the world's master magicians, a riot of fun. Thrills and mystery. Book your seats early.