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: 1920-05-01 - 1920-05-03
Summary:

Saturday to Monday, 1st to 3rd May at 9.15 p.m., 'The Eagle's Eye,' 1st and 2nd episodes. Also Pathe news and Harold Lloyd comic. Price details included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-05-04 - 1920-05-06
Summary:

4th to 6th May at 9.15 p.m., 'The Eagle's Eye' 3rd and 4th episodes. Also Pathe news and Harold Lloyd comic. Price details included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-05-10 - 1920-05-11
Summary:

The above theatre is occupied by Chinese play. Wednesday 12th, 'The Eagle's Eye,' 5th and 6th episodes.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-05-12 - 1920-05-13
Summary:

For 12th and 13th May, 'The Eagle's Eye,' 5th and 6th episodes. Also Pathe's news and Harold Lloyd comic. Matinee: Wednesday, 12th at 5 p.m. Prices moderate.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-05-15 - 1920-05-18
Summary:

The above theatre is occupied by Chinese play for 4 days. The cinema show will be resumed on 19th instant. 'The Eagle's Eye' 7th and 8th episodes.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-05-19 - 1920-05-21
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., Miss Marie Walcamp in 'The Red Globe' 1st and 2nd episodes. Also 'The Eagle's Eye.' Matinees: Wednesday and Saturday at 5 p.m.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-05-22 - 1920-05-24
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., 22nd, 23rd and 24th May, 'The Red Globe' 3rd and 4th episodes. Also 'The Eagle's Eye' 8th episodes. Matinees: Wednesday and Saturday at 3 p.m.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-05-25 - 1920-05-27
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., 'The Red Globe' 5th and 6th episodes. Also 'The Eagle's Eye' 9th episode.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-05-28 - 1920-05-31
Summary:

The above theatre is occupied by Chinese play for three days from May 28th to 30th and the cinema show will be resumed on 31st instant at 9.15 p.m., showing 'The Red Glove,' 7th and 8th episodes. Also 'The Eagle's Eye' 10th episode.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-04-17
Summary:

The preparation for the foundations of the big building which is to occupy the Queen's Road-Pedder Street corner (Old Post Office site) is proceeding apace. However, this building will not occupy all of the sites. One of the owners, the purchaser of the Queen's Road frontage, where the…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-11-02
Summary:

There will be scope provided by the early completion of the Queen's Theatre for the exploitation of theatrical enterprise. It is learned that so far no decision has been reached in regard to the eventual running of the theatre. Reports state that an offer of $8,000 per month for the lease…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-11-03
Summary:

Such good progress has been made with the erection of Queen's Theatre in Queen's Road Central that the proprietors are now considering offers from prospective lessees. It is understood that an offer of $8,000 per month has been made, but in view of the fact that the building will cost…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-12-08
Summary:

New Queen's Theatre is making some structural changes, most important of them being the removal of supporting columns which used to obstruct the view of the stage. Safety is being given the first priority in the construction and working of the new design which was prepared by Mr. L. Gain.…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-03-06
Summary:

The new Queen's Theatre is to be opened in about three weeks' time as a picture palace. With top-notch facilities, accommodation will be available for theatrical companies.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-03-25
Summary:

As the construction of the Queen's Theatre approaches the verge of completion, speculations regarding leasing of the building mount. So far no formal agreements have been made. However, it is anticipated that the theatre will be leased to a Chinese businessman for a monthly sum of $15,000.…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-04-10
Summary:

It is announced that a new enterprise, called the International Amusements Company, has taken over the lease and management of the new Queen's Theatre and will open upon it to the public about the beginning of May.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-04-14
Summary:

Queen's Theatre is to be opened early next month. Capable of accommodating 1400 people, the theatre will have the most modern features and design. The proprietor of the theatre is Mr. Ma Chui-chiu. The Theatre will screen pictures under the able management of Mr. Leung Cheuk-wing and Mr.…

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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: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-04-30 - 1924-05-03
Summary:

The largest and finest theatre in the colony, opening on 1st of May. May 2nd to 5th at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15 p.m., showing 'The Hero.' Admission: 5.15 p.m., Box (6 seats) $9, Dress Circle $1, Stalls 70 cents, 2nd. Class 40 cents; 9.15 p.m., $12, $1.5, $1 & 60 cents; 2.30…