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: 1916-12-21
Summary:

On Christmas Day at the matinee the proprietors of the Hongkong Theatre are giving a treat to the children. Toys and sweets will be freely distributed and 'The Diamond from the Sky' will be screened.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-12-23
Summary:

There will be a special matinee on Xmas day at the Hongkong Theatre. Sweets and toys will be given to children.

83
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-01-06
Summary:

The Hongkong Theatre has changed the hour of its matinee for this afternoon, comics and pictures will be screened, including 'The Diamond from the Sky' and 'The Iron Claw' featuring Pearl White.

84
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-01-10
Summary:

Tonight the final episodes of the serial film 'The Diamond from the Sky' will be screened at the Hongkong Theatre. The film has proved very interesting and those who have followed the story should not miss its conclusion.

85
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-01-31
Summary:

A grand matinee performance will be given in the Hongkong Theatre. The whole of the proceeds will be devoted to the funds of the Portuguese School. The P.R. Orchestra will be invited to join, under the conduction of Professors Gonzales and Sollis.

86
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-02-05
Summary:

Owing to the Police Reserve parade the Benefit Matinee at the Hongkong Theatre in aid of the Portuguese School advertised to take place on that day is changed to the 5th inst. as previously announced.

87
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-02-05
Summary:

The public is to be reminded that the Benefit Matinee in aid of the funds for a Portuguese School takes place this afternoon at the Hongkong Theatre. A special box for voluntary donations will be provided at the entrance.

88
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-02-07
Summary:

The promoter of the Benefit Matinee begs to tender his thanks to the management of the Hongkong Theatre for the generosity. The total amount has been handed over to the treasurer of the Portuguese Association of Mutual Help.

89
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-02-10
Summary:

Hongkong Theatre has another big attention. A circus story in serial form, 'Peg O' the Ring' commenced tonight. This picture is thrilling and has been seen by enormous audiences all over the world.

90
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-03-07
Summary:

A beautiful film 'The Goddess' will be screened at Hongkong Theatre's matinee.

91
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-03-28
Summary:

Today the 11th and 12th episode of the magnificent picture 'The Goddess' will be screened together with new Keystone comics and comedies. The next episodes of 'Peg o' the Ring' will be resumed on Saturday next.

92
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-04-03
Summary:

A matinee is given and 'Life of Christ,' 'Exodus,' 'Goddess' were shown at Hongkong Theatre.

93
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-04-09
Summary:

At the Hongkong Theatre, by special request, 'The Life of Christ' will be repeated at this afternoon's matinee and the 'Exodus' in 2 parts.

94
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-04-12
Summary:

The manager of Hongkong Theatre has procured another serial film 'Goddess' and 'Peg o' the Ring' and 'Terence O. Rourke.'

95
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-04-18
Summary:

The 'Life of Christ' and 'Exodus' are to be screened again at the Hongkong Theatre, by special request on Thursday evening at a special matinee.

96
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-04-28
Summary:

At the Hongkong Theatre, 'Nettie,' will be exhibited to the public. She is said to be the heaviest woman in the world. In the evening of the 13th and 14th the episodes of 'Peg O' the Ring' will be resumed with some new comics.

97
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-05-14
Summary:

The management of the Po Hing Theatre has made arranged with Mr Chung Ling Soo and Company to appear at Kowloon for two nights. There will be two performances. Mr Soo opened at the Victoria Theatre on Saturday night.

98
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-05-15
Summary:

A special performance is to be given tonight at the Hongkong Theatre in aid of the Hongkong Aeroplane Fund. A well-arranged programme has been drawn up for this occasion.

99
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-05-23
Summary:

As announced in advertisement columns, the Hongkong Theatre will give a special Matinee tomorrow.

100
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-06-07
Summary:

Hongkong Theatre is giving a variety of beautiful dramas 'Not Guilty.' Commencing tonight three reels episode will be screened till the 8th inst, followed by a Detective drama in two parts.