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: 1920-06-14
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: 1920-10-08
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: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-10-08
Summary:

The building situated in Des Voeux Road Central, opposite the Central Market, at present occupied by the Wo Ping Theatre, the Palace Garage, and some Chinese shops, are to come down soon.

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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…

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

It happens in the first episode of 'The Man of Might.' No Vitagraph serial would open without it – a fight between William Duncan and Joe Ryan, a fight such as thrilled millions who saw 'The Fighting Trail' and 'A Fight for Millions.' This will be seen in the Wo…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-06-29
Summary:

Hong Kong Amusements Ltd., operating the Coronet, Kowloon, Eastern and Tai Yat theatres, obtained the possession of the Woping Theatre, opposite the Central Market and hitherto devoted to Chinese plays, and will run it from today on as an up-to-date cinema. Today's programme, at the Woping…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-06-29
Summary:

The Wo Ping Theatre, opposite the Central Market, has been secured by Hongkong Amusement Ltd., as an addition to their already big list of cinemas. The place is being redecorated and reseated throughout. The first performance will take place on Friday and will include a film featuring Jack…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-01
Summary:

Detailed plot outline of the three pictures in three theatres: 'Godless Men' at the Coronet, 'Simple Souls' at Kowloon, starring Blanche Sweet, and 'The Son of Tarzan' at the Wo Ping. The fighting scenes in the 'Godless Men' will recall audiences the big…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-07-01
Summary:

Kinema patrons are reminded that the first performance in the Wo Ping Theatre, which has been secured by Hongkong Amusements Ltd., as an addition to their already big list of cinemas will take place today and will include a film featuring Jack Dempsey, a Harold Lloyd Comedy and vaudeville act.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-02
Summary:

To attract attention to the opening of Wo Ping Theatre as a cinema yesterday, the people who disguised as 'Akut the Ape,' the second principal character in 'The Son of Tarzan,' being performed at the theatre. Wo Ping has a seating capacity for 2,000 persons. It is the coolest…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-09
Summary:

A season of laughter and mystery commences at the Woping Theatre on Friday night, when Chefalo and Palermo play their return engagement for six nights. Mr Ray is to be congratulated on securing these famous magicians for his newly acquired Wo Ping theatre.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-07-09
Summary:

In taking over Woping Theatre, Mr. Ray, General Manager, Hongkong Amusements Ltd., announced that they are securing Chefalo and Palermo, the great magicians to perform for six nights.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-07-12
Summary:

Miss Palermo shares the honours with Chefalo as a star in the Chefalo and Palermo show, which returns to Hongkong on July 15 for a six nights' engagement at the Woping Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-13
Summary:

The versatility of Chefalo and Palermo will be further exemplified when they play their return engagement at the Wo Ping Theatre. Mr Ray announces that he will present this gigantic illusion at quite moderate admission prices.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-07-16
Summary:

The Hongkong Amusements Limited are to be congratulated on their enterprise in connection with the newly acquired Wo Ping Cinema. The engagement for a short season of the famous magicians, Chefalo and Palermo, has done much to make known this new venture.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-16
Summary:

Commencing last night Chefalo and Palermo opened a short season at the Woping Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-18
Summary:

The performances of Chefalo and Palermo are attracting audiences nightly to the Wo Ping Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-07-21
Summary:

The Devil's Passkey' is the story of an American husband and wife and a crowded hour in their lives in Paris. This remarkable picture will be shown tomorrow at Wo Ping Theatre. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-22
Summary:

Von Stroheim, who was last seen in Hongkong as the villain in 'The Heart of Humanity' is responsible for tonight's plan at the Woping Theatre, 'The Devil's Passkey.' Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-07-23
Summary:

The Devil's Pass Key' is the current attraction at the Wo Ping Theatre. Starring Una Trevelyn, Maud [sic] George, Mae Busch, Samuel de Grasse and Clyde Fillimore [sic]. Music was supplied by Coronet Orchestra. A fine tropical gazette showing the Australian cricketers at play, the…