A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1909-01-21
Summary:

Particulars of the Alexandra Cinematograph at No. 2, Zetland Street, will be found in our advertisement columns. The show re-opens under entirely new management and a good selection of Pathe films is announced. The films include drama, comedy, burlesque, geography, history, war, journeys, etc.…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1909-01-21 - 1909-01-21
Summary:

Splendid Programme: 1. A Difficult Father-in-law; 2. The Doings of Mr. Easyfed; 3. The Wonderful Barometer; 4. Troubled Soul; 5. The Ambulance Dogs; 6. Uncle's Fortune; 7. Brothers in Arms; 8. Love at First Night.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1909-01-25 - 1909-02-20
Summary:

Tonight & Every Night, Family Programme. No artistes but only the lastest Pathe films are shown as in London and Paris. These films have never been seen in the East; programmes to be had at the door; hours from 9 to 11 p.m; entire change of programme every Monday and Thursday from Jan 27 to…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1909-01-26
Summary:

Alexandra Cinematograph, in Zetland Street, offered the audiences high quality films. To begin with, the firm reproduced on the screen are the production of the noted firm of Pathe Freres of Paris. If we have a fault to find with the show at all it is that there was too little of the educational…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1909-02-04
Summary:

Last Wednesday night films projecting in Alexandra Cinematograph, in Zetland Street, attracted many audiences, and the extraordinary amount of kissing amused the average spectators. The manager, Mr. Freriches, states that next week one of the best films yet shown will be produced for the first…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1909-03-09
Summary:

Miss Rosa Barnes will have an 'Evening at Home' at the Alexandra Cinematograph on March 10th. It is her first appearance in Hong Kong.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1909-03-11
Summary:

The Alexandra Cinematograph last night not only showed excellent comic and instructive films, but also secured the service of Miss Rosa Barnes. Audiences enjoyed her show.

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Headline: Pathe-Baby
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-12-21 - 1924-03-18
Summary:

The whole world at your fire-side this Christmas if you introduce the Pahte-Baby to your family circle. A demonstration will convince you at Pathe-Orient (12 Queen's Road Central) or A. Tack (26 Des Voeux Road Central). January 8 Remarks: Fully equipped $60; films $1.5 each.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-01-09 - 1924-01-09
Summary:

Camera: All the well-known makes – Debrie, Pathe, etc. – for professional and amateurs. Cinema Outfits: For Theatres, Churches, Clubs, Y. M. C. A.'s, Schools, etc. Film-hire Service: For Theatre, small shows and for the Home. Cine Film: Negative and positive raw film kept in stock.…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-01-18 - 1924-02-23
Summary:

Essential for perfect projection of standard sized films and slides. Inquiries: Pathe-Orient, 12, Queen's Road Central. Photo included.

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Headline: Pathe-Baby
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-01-20 - 1924-02-20
Summary:

Pathe-Baby films $1.5. Strictly non-inflammable. Pathe-Orient, 12, Queen's Road Central. January 31 Remarks: A list of films, including Harold Lloyd, Chaplin and Snub Pollard's films. February 7 Remarks: Photo incuded.

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Headline: Interview
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-01-24 - 1924-02-18
Summary:

Moving-pictures camera has a capacity of 400 feet of standard film and even if your knowledge of photography is less than elementary, you will take scenes as good as a professional cameraman will do. H. K. $550 for a complete set. Photo included. Pathe-Orient, 12 Queen's Road Central.…

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Headline: Pathe-Baby
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-07-01 - 1924-07-30
Summary:

An ideal companion for your home, Pathe-Baby. Complete outfit $60; Films non-inflammable $1.5. Pathe-Orient, 12 Queen's Road Central. Illustration included. July 22-23 Remarks: For places where there is no electric current. Pathe will supply it with a newly invented hand driven Magneto. Ask…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-07-03 - 1924-07-04
Summary:

Non-inflammable $1.5 each at Pathe-Orient, 12 Queen's Road Central.

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Headline: Pathe-Baby
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-07-05 - 1924-07-07
Summary:

Complete outfit $60; Baby Films $1.5 per reel. The new 'Baby Colour.' It enhances the interest of the film ten-fold, and adds life and colour to every picture at $1.75 each. Pathe-Orient, 12 Queen's Road Central.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-07-12 - 1924-08-02
Summary:

Projects all standard-sized films and slides. Absolutely dangerless owing to its low wattage bulb lamp. Illustration included. Pathe-Orient, 12 Queen's Road Central.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-08-27 - 1924-08-30
Summary:

The Pathe-Baby can now be used in any part of China where there is no electric-current by the help of the 'Magneto.' Over 700 interesting films available; the projector is inexpensive and easy to operate. Write for particulars and see how easy it is to have movies in your own home.…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-11-15 - 1925-02-14
Summary:

A splendid gift. Pathe Orient, 12 Queen's Road. Remarks: An very small ad.