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: 1911-12-01
Summary:

Tonight (Friday), at 9 p.m., in the Royal Artillery Theatre, Victoria Barracks, the Chaplain to the Forces gives the first part of a lantern lecture on 'Some of the popular resorts and customs of Japan.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-12-18
Summary:

Chicago, Nov. 14 – Athletics and entertainment are encouraged by the governor of the prison and the State Board of Control, to arouse the interest and spirit of the men under detention. Moving pictures are shown several evenings a week at the Anamosa Prison, and the governor says that these and…

3
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-03-20
Summary:

To the Editor S. C. M. Post – A scheme has been arranged for a cinema entertainment to take place at the Royal Artillery Theatre. It is to be added that the proposed entertainments are supported by the Pathe firm. The first performance included Pathe's 'The Fatal Ring.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-03-25
Summary:

With reference to the recent announcement of the Cinema performances for the troops and their friends at the Royal Artillery Theatre, it should be stated that 'The Fatal Ring' is being presented by the permission of the management of the Victoria Theatre. Successful entertainments will…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-05-10
Summary:

Tonight the Misses Woods are appearing at the R. A. Theatre for the soldiers and their friends. Some interesting films will also be screened.

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Headline: R. A. Xmas Tree
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-12-25
Summary:

W. A. Passby, C. R. A., officers and ladies were at the R. A. Theatre. There was a cinema show produced by the Pathe Cinema Company.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-07-12
Summary:

The building erected on the site of the old Empire Cinema Theatre, has been completed, now being used as a Chinese Theatre. The entrance has been tastefully decorated in Chinese fashion for the opening performance which will take place in a few days. The name of the new concern is 'Wo Ping…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-07-30
Summary:

The Wo Ping (Peace) Theatre, which is on the site of the old Empire Theatre opposite the Central Market, had its opening night on Monday, where it gave a free performance to a vast crowd of spectators.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-08-11
Summary:

At Cochrane Street on Friday morning, truck No. 202, drawn by several coolies, collided with a man connected with a theatrical company now performing at the Wo Ping Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-03-23
Summary:

Enquiries at the Wo Ping Chinese theatre, opposite the Central Market, yesterday elicited no confirmation of the rumour that the theatre is to be demolished to give room for the construction of the new Fire Station. An official of the concern states that no definite arrangement has arrived at…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-06-14
Summary:

The pickpockets are assisted by hawkers in Chinese theatres was the allegation of Inspector Gran against an unlicensed hawker at the Magistracy on Saturday. The Inspector stated that defendant arranged with pickpockets to rob those who bought tickets from them at the Wo Ping theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-07-19 - 1920-07-19
Summary:

Patrons of the Coronet are hereby informed that the remaining episodes of 'The Silent Mystery' will be screened at the Woping Theatre (opposite the Central Market), episodes 4 and 5, being shown there tonight at 7.15 and 9.15.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-07-19 - 1920-07-19
Summary:

Just the show for the hot weather! Vitagraph's great serial, 'The Perils of Thunder Mountain' was taken among the snow-capped peaks of California and Neveda. Come and cool off tonight, watching Antonio Moreno among the glaciers.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-07-19 - 1920-07-19
Summary:

Tonight at 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Vitagraph presents Antonio Moreno and Carol Holloway in his new whirlwind serial, 'The Perils of Thunder Mountain' episodes 1 and 2. Orchestra at both performances. Best seats 30 cents.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-07-23 - 1920-07-24
Summary:

Tonight at 7.15 and 9.15, 'The Silent Mystery' episodes 4 and 5. Also comedies. Music at both performances.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-07-24 - 1920-07-24
Summary:

Tonight at 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'The Silent Mystery' episodes 4 and 5. Tomorrow at 3, 7.15 and 9.15, Vitagraph presents Antonio Moreno in 'The Perils of Thunder Mountain.' The 3 p.m. show is specially arranged for those who are at a loose end on Sunday afternoon. An orchestra…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-07-26 - 1920-07-28
Summary:

Tonight at 7.15 and 9.15, Antonio Moreno in 'The Perils of Thunder Mountain.' Also comedies.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-10-08
Summary:

It is understood that the site decided upon for the new Fire Station for Hongkong is the piece of ground opposite the Central Market, which is now occupied by the Wo Ping Theatre and other buildings. The plan of the P. W. D. is to erect a spacious building which will in addition furnish office…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-12-06 - 1920-12-07
Summary:

A tidal wave of thrills sweeps through the fifteen episodes of 'The Man Might' [sic], the first three of which will be seen at the Woping Theatre, 87, Des Voeux Road, Central, opposite the Central Market, on December 7th, 1920 at 7.30 and 9.30 p.m. William Duncan in this Vitagraph…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-12-06
Summary:

The man of might' is the fitting name of a serial in which William Duncan, Vitagraph's famous star and director, is the leading figure. It will be seen in the Wo Ping Theatre on 7th December, 1920. Film synopsis included. The Wo Ping Theatre is situated in Des Voeux Road, Central, just…