A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: The City Hall
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1898-01-13
Summary:

Report of the Committee of Management to be submitted to the annual meeting of shareholders in and subscribers to the City Hall. There is a detailed description of the theatre's building and some of the performances. For instance, during the twelve months from 1st July, 1896, to 30th June…

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Headline: The City Hall
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1898-12-21
Summary:

A report is to be submitted to the annual meeting of shareholders in and subscribers to the City Hall. There is a detailed description of the theatre's building and some of the performances. For instance, during the twelve months from 1st July, 1897, to 30th June 1898, the theatre was…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1914-03-05
Summary:

Cinematograph Film which we have already mentioned in these columns will be available to the public at the Wigwam Tennis Club tonight, tomorrow nights and Saturday, which includes 'The Legacy of Happiness,' 'Misjudging of Mr. Hubby' and 'The Popular Race Film.'…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1914-03-05 - 1914-03-07
Summary:

The popular race film is shown from Thursday, 5th to Saturday, 7th March, 1914. For 3 nights only. Price details included. A band is included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1914-03-06
Summary:

The cinema pictures taken at the recent Race Meeting were shown to the public last night for the first time at the Wigwam Tennis Club Courts. The arrival of H. E. The Governor, Lady May and family and pictures of Jockey Club officials added much to the interest of the film, which is well worth…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1916-06-30
Summary:

The Kowloon Cinema, of which we informed the public some six weeks ago, is shortly to be an accomplished fact, and we have it from the promoters that the opening night may be expected about next Thursday. It is to be an open air cinema within an enclosure on that vacant plot of ground near the…

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Headline: Theatre Royal
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-06-04 - 1919-06-09
Summary:

Ambassador James W. Gerard's 'My Four Years in Germany,' for two nights only. Saturday and Monday, June 7th and 9th. Commencing at 9.15 p.m. Prices: $3, $2 and $1. Booking at Moutries's. June 4 Remarks: Another ad. on page 5. The First National Exhibitor's Circuit,…

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Headline: Theatre Royal
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-08-16 - 1919-18-18
Summary:

August 19th, 20th and 21st at 9.15 p.m., H. W. Ray presents D. W. Griffith's 'Hearts of the World.' Prices: Dress circle, $2.00; Stalls, $1.00. Booking at Moutrie's. August 18 Remarks: On page 10, another ad. on the film.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-11-15 - 1919-11-22
Summary:

Programme of arrangements, including gymkhana, lecture, cabaret and Chinese theatrical performance. On Monday, 1st December at the Theatre Royal by Mlle H. Van Der Flier, illustrated with motion picture taken at the various battle fronts.

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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
Summary:

There is not one of the 1,400 seats in the giant structure from which a perfect view of the screen or stage cannot be obtained. Perfect technique is assured for both the silver-sheet and the spoken stage. At 2:15 p.m. tomorrow, the opening performance will be given when admission is by…

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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: 1924-05-01
Summary:

Hon. Mr. R. H. Kotewall performed the opening ceremony at the Queen's Theatre this afternoon. Mr. Kotewall congratulated Mr. Ma Tsui-chiu upon the fine architectural style of the imposing building and its very comfortable internal arrangements. As cinematograph pictures have a great…

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Headline: Queen's
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-02
Summary:

The Hon. Mr. Kotewall at Queen's Theatre's opening ceremony made the interesting statement that according to an informant five times as many Chinese attended cinema performances as did those who attended the Chinese theatre. The pious hope that the management would exercise care in the…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-02
Summary:

Queen's Theatre, Hongkong's latest venture to cater for the cinema-loving public was opened with all the eclat which has made the Chinese famous. The pictures shown were mainly of the comedy type. The opening ceremony was performed by Hon. Mr. Kotewall. The palatial building was…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-03
Summary:

The Hero' is the attraction at the Queen's Theatre till next Monday. The film starred Barbara La Marr and Gaston Glass. Film plot included.

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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
Summary:

In the Queen's Theatre, from tonight to Thursday, featuring Gaston Glass, Ruth Clifford, Stuart Holmes, Miriam Cooper and Ethel Shannon in the 'Daughters of the Rich,' a story of American dollars, based on the novel by Edgar Saltus. Smoke Turner who made a hit in 'The Four…

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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.