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: 1912-03-02 - 1912-03-06
Summary:

Opening bazzar of HKU on March 11 to March 16 from 2.30 p.m. daily; Programme including Cinematograph by Pathe Freres and Cenic (Scenic) Railway

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-03-07 - 1912-03-07
Summary:

Opening bazzar of HKU on March 11 to March 16 from 2.30 p.m. daily; Programme including Cinematograph by Pathe Freres and Cenic (Scenic) Railway

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-03-07
Summary:

The work of preparing the University and grounds for the forthcoming opening ceremony and six days' bazaar is proceeding with all possible haste. One of the interesting features of the entertainments is the scenic railway, the first of its kind seen in Hongkong. The idea is certainly novel…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-03-08 - 1912-03-11
Summary:

Opening bazzar of HKU on March 11 to March 16 from 2.30 p.m. daily; Programme including Cinematograph by Pathe Freres and Cenic (Scenic) Railway

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-03-12 - 1912-03-12
Summary:

Opening bazzar of HKU on March 11 to March 16 from 2.30 p.m. daily; Programme including Cinematograph by Pathe Freres and Cenic (Scenic) Railway

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-03-12
Summary:

There are lots of somebodies in Hongkong, and they were all at the University opening yesterday. The writer described the experience of the scenic railway, which proved to be quite worth the entrance fee. There was a full cargo of passengers this trip. It was a wonderful train. First it brought…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-03-13 - 1912-03-13
Summary:

Opening bazzar of HKU on March 11 to March 16 from 2.30 p.m. daily; Programme including Cinematograph by Pathe Freres and Cenic (Scenic) Railway

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-03-13
Summary:

Hongkong is in danger of being spoilt just now, in the way of entertainments. There is no lack of choice, and the standard may be set down as uniformly high. Until the weekend, every evening may be spent at the University without fear of proving tedious. On Friday night, the Theatre Royal should…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-03-14 - 1912-03-14
Summary:

Opening bazzar of HKU on March 11 to March 16 from 2.30 p.m. daily; Programme including Cinematograph by Pathe Freres and Cenic (Scenic) Railway

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-03-16 - 1912-03-16
Summary:

Opening bazzar of HKU on March 11 to March 16 from 2.30 p.m. daily; Programme including Cinematograph by Pathe Freres and Cenic (Scenic) Railway

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-03-21
Summary:

An interesting auction will take place at Mr. G. P. Lammert's rooms on Saturday when the scenic railway, which proved such a draw at the University Bazaar, will be sold to the highest bidder, the money realised going to the University Fund. We understand that several parties are 'after…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-03-25
Summary:

There was quite a gathering of bidders at Mr. G. P. Lammert's auction rooms on Saturday for the sale of the scenic railway which was such a prominent feature in the entertainments at the Hongkong University bazaar. They were not, however, in venturesome mood, and from $2,000 the offers…

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Headline: Scenic Railway
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-04-26 - 1912-05-27
Summary:

The same as was shown at the Hongkong University Bazaar, will be open to public from Wednesday, 1st May, 1912 at the old Land Office in Queen's Road. 36 Extra films will be exhibited

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-06-17
Summary:

The committee thanked Mr. Lemaitre of Messrs. Pathe Freres for supplying the Cinematograph and Gramaphones and for his personal services, which were of the greatest value.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-11-25
Summary:

The management of the Hongkong Theatre has secured another serial film in 30 episodes, entitled 'The Diamond from the Sky.' It comprises a strong, human story. It commences tonight with the first two episodes.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-12-02
Summary:

The concluding episodes of the film 'The Million Dollar Mystery' were completed and a serial film will be screened. 'Diamond from the Sky' is excepted to screen soon.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-02-22
Summary:

Lucille Love's performance is attracting many people to the Hongkong Theatre. The managers have given an extra matinee every Saturday to accommodate patrons. The well-known film 'What happened to Mary' with new comics are screened.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-05-10
Summary:

A beautiful drama 'The Price [sic] of Blood' is now being screened in the Hongkong Theatre. It comprises of four reels. There are also Chaplin comics.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-10-05 - 1917-10-05
Summary:

The great Universal mystery serial 'The Purple Mask' consisting of 32 parts, featuring Luille Love & Hugo Loubeque. The 1st & 2nd episodes to be shown on 6th October.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-10-06 - 1917-10-06
Summary:

The great Universal mystery serial 'The Purple Mask' consisting of 32 parts, featuring Luille Love & Hugo Loubeque. The 1st & 2nd episodes to be shown Tonight.