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: 1905-09-02
Summary:

The debtor said that the $1,500 loss on the Ko Shing Theatre was lost by him as a partner of that concern. He joined in January of February, 1904. He had been told by the manager of the theatre that he had not a cent of a share there now.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-12-23
Summary:

Children, young and old alike, are keenly anticipating the opening of the Coronet (late Bijou) Theatre tomorrow. For the occasion, the wonderful ten-part film, 'Jack and the Beanstalk' is to be screened at 4.30 and 9.15 p.m. This is the first film pantomime ever shown in Hong Kong and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-12-25
Summary:

The Coronet Theatre has been renovated and refurnished throughout. New features have been introduced including children's plays. Mr. H. W. Ray is the new Manager of the Coronet. The first performance under the new management took place yesterday was 'Jack and the Beanstalk.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-12-28
Summary:

The Coronet Theatre is offering from tonight until the end of the year, another great Fox picture, 'The Walls of Jericho,' featuring Edmund Breese. This film has been adapted from the famous play by Alfred Sutro. The play ran for two years at the Garrick Theatre, London, and one year…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-12-30
Summary:

There is a most excellent programme now running at the Coronet Theatre. It will continue for two nights more. The principal attraction is the splendid five-part film, 'The Walls of Jericho,' adapted from Alfred Sutro's play and featuring William Breese. Film synopsis included.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-12-31
Summary:

The first 'super' film at the Coronet Theatre, 'Jack and the Beanstalk,' which has been succeeded at the evening presentation by another Fox film, 'The Walls of Jericho.' The film has wonderful acting and photography. Film synopsis included. Also, an amusing comedy…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-01-02
Summary:

The Coronet is justifying exceptions. Its pictures are clean and free from penny dreadfulness. Another acquisition is 'New York,' a five-part story which is woven round New York Society. The film is well-portrayed and finely acted and is to be screened today. It is a Pathe production.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-01-06
Summary:

New York' is being screened at the Coronet Theatre again tonight. "Jack and the Beanstalk" is being shown again on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoon.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-01-07
Summary:

The difficulties at the Coronet Theatre in connection with the light have been overcome and the screening of the films is now all that could be desired, the picture is much nearer and larger, and consequently more brilliant than before. The front rows of the second class seats which were brought…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-01-07
Summary:

The difficulties at the Coronet Theatre in connection with the light have been overcome. The picture is much nearer and larger. The front rows which are too close to the screen have been removed.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-01-09
Summary:

The management of the Coronet Theatre has improved the lighting and new arrangement for the pictures screened, including 'New York,' 'Jack and the Beanstalk,' 'Runaway Romany.'

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Headline: At the Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-01-14
Summary:

Samson,' the picture that is now showing at the Coronet, is a film that can be truly described as magnificent. Those who saw William Farnum in 'When a Man Sees Red' will realise of what this great artist is capable. When we say that he is every bit as good in 'Samson' we…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-01-14
Summary:

The name of William Farnum who gained a commanding position among screen artists, drew good audiences to the Coronet Theatre. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-01-17
Summary:

Scots folks should see 'The Daughter of MacGregor' now appearing at the Coronet Theatre. The location of the scenes – in Scotland and Florida – is arresting, by reason of its very simplicity at times, thus giving that variety so essential nowadays in the successful photoplay.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-01-18
Summary:

The Paramount feature 'The Daughter of MacGregor' at the Coronet Theatre was successful and was more appreciated than the portrayed pictures on the stage in Scotland. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-01-21
Summary:

Enterprise and success usually go hand in hand and there is every reason to anticipate that the Coronet's new enterprise of giving a 'continuous' performance will be crowned with success. Briefly, the scheme is this: Those who are in their seats at the matinee performance at 5.15…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-01-22
Summary:

The Coronet Theatre had a nice programme with a special feature 'A Gilded Fool' and the short intervals between pictures allowed the coming and going of patrons without disturbances. A very pretty nature study in colour was 'The pursuit of the aigrette,' while the inimitable…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-01-28
Summary:

The Coronet Theatre was packed to the doors, last night when the first (evening) screening of William Fox's comedy 'The Yankee Way' took place. It is said that Mr. George Walsh has succeeded in giving us something new in the movie and a quite distinctive 'picture'…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-01-30
Summary:

It is decided that the screening of 'The Yankee Way' will be continued for a further three days. It is advised to pay a visit before its withdrawal.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-01-31
Summary:

The Yankee Way' is a great Fox picture at the Coronet Theatre. It is full of action and gives a hearty laugh.