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: 1917-10-19 - 1917-10-19
Summary:

Performances again this Friday evening at 8:45 p.m. Programme are same as yesterday evening. Unused tickets for yesterday evening can be used without a charge. Gates will be opened at 8:15 p.m.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1918-10-22
Summary:

In the 7:30 evening show, there will be entertainment at the Botanical Gardens. Portuguese stall, Chinese Conjurers, Cinemas, Band of the Hongkong Philharmonic Society and 18th Infantry will perform.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1918-10-23 - 1918-10-23
Summary:

In morning, a sale of roses for Lady May's Rose Fund. At 12 noon, auction of special roses. In afternoon, gymkhana including 'Our Day' derby with side shows at Happy Valley. In evening, Portuguese stall, Chinese conjurers, cinema and bands will perform. Japanese firework will be…

4
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1918-10-25
Summary:

Our Day' celebration by the fete in the Botanical Garden, was successfully concluded last evening. All the reserved seats were occupied and the audiences enjoyed to the full entertainment provided, including a cinematography display.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-06-04 - 1923-06-04
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Mildred Harris in 'Old Dad,' 'Shanghai Races, May 1923,' by courtesy of B. A. T. and Screen Magazine. The Star: Adele Blood in 'Anna Christie.' Tickets: $3, $2 and $1. Booking at Moutrie's. 5.30 matinee, Mary…

6
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-06-05 - 1923-06-05
Summary:

The Coronet: Today and tomorrow at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Viola Dana in 'Puppets of Fate.' Thursday and Friday, 'Man-Woman-Marriage.' The Star: Today and tomorrow at 5.30 and 9.15, Dorothy Dalton in 'His Wife's Friend.' The Grand: Tonight at 7 and 9.15…

7
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-06-06 - 1923-06-06
Summary:

The Coronet: Today and tomorrow at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Viola Dana in 'Puppets of Fate.' Thursday and Friday, 'Man-Woman-Marriage.' The Star: Today and tomorrow at 5.30 and 9.15, Dorothy Dalton in 'His Wife's Friend.' The Grand: Tonight at 2.30,…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-06-09
Summary:

The attraction at the Grand Theatre, Wanchai, over the weekend is the William Duncan Wild West production, 'Where Men are Men.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-06-11
Summary:

The Sporting Duchess,' is the feature film showing at the Grand Theatre tonight. The film starred Alice Joyce. Mr. Ray has decided to discontinue the serial at the Grand Theatre at the 9.15 performance and he is giving an all-European show.

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Headline: Star; Grand
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-06-11 - 1923-06-11
Summary:

Star: Tonight only at 5.30 and 9.15, 'Silk Husbands and Calico Wives.' Also Baby Peggy in 'Pals.' Grand: Tonight and tomorrow at 9.15 p.m., Alice Joyce in 'The Sporting Duchess.' Circle, 50 cents.

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Headline: Star; Grand
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-06-12 - 1923-06-12
Summary:

Star: Tonight and tomorrow at 5.30 and 9.15, Norma Talmadge in 'The Branded Woman' in 7 reels. Grand: Tonight only at 9.15, Alice Joyce in 'The Sporting Duchess.' Balcony, 50 cents.

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Headline: Star; Grand
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-06-13 - 1923-06-13
Summary:

Star: Tonight and tomorrow at 5.30 and 9.15, Norma Talmadge in 'The Branded Woman' in 7 reels. Grand: Tonight at 9.15, Constance Talmadge in 'In Search of a Sinner.' Balcony, 50 cents.

13
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-06-14 - 1923-06-15
Summary:

The Coronet: At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Katherine MacDonald in 'The Turning Point.' Star: At 5.30 and 9.15, 'God's Country and the Woman.' At 9.15 only, Leeds and Lemar in Plumduff's Restaurant. Grand: Tonight at 9.15 p.m., Constance Talmadge in 'In Search…

14
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-06-16
Summary:

Harold Lloyd appears at the Grand, Wanchai, from today, in five-reel comedy, 'Grandma's Boy.'

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Headline: The Grand
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-06-16 - 1923-06-18
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15, Harold Lloyd in 'Grandma's Boys.'

16
Headline: Star; Grand
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-06-19 - 1923-06-19
Summary:

Star: Tonight only, Kathryn Adams in 'The Best of Luck.' Grand: Tonight only at 9.15 p.m., Harold Lloyd in 'Grandma's Boy.'

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Headline: Grand; Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-06-20 - 1923-06-20
Summary:

Grand: 9.15 p.m., Chaplin in 'The Idle Class' and 'The Best of Luck.' Star: 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., 'Man-Woman-Marriage.' Ordinary prices.

18
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-06-23
Summary:

There is a change of programme at the Grand Theatre. The big picture is 'Cousin Kate,' featuring Alice Joyce. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-10-29 - 1923-10-31
Summary:

Beginning Wednesday, October 31 st, the new style show will be offered at 9.15 every night, special music and best quality films. Opening attraction, 'The Kentucky Derby' and J. C. Williams Variety Co. Admission circle, 60 cents.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-10-30
Summary:

Tomorrow night the Grand Theatre in Queen's Road East inaugurates the new system to be followed throughout the Winter season. The opening programme includes Reginald Denny in the big racing picture, 'The Kentucky Derby' and the Williams Variety Co.