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: 1909-10-06
Summary:

To the Editor S. C. M. Post – Your excellent editorial note of today regarding cinematograph pictures deserves more than passing consideration. Apart altogether from the question as to whether such pictures are intended to educate or amuse the public, there remains the fact that they can be made…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-10-07 - 1912-10-09
Summary:

A bazaar and fancy fete will be held (by kind permission of the commandant and officers of the Hongkong Volunteer Corps) on the Volunteer Parade Ground, on Saturday, October 19th from 2.30 to 6.30 p.m.; many novelties that are suitable for Christmas presents, including Children's play…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-09-12
Summary:

To the Editor S. C. M. Post – The writer believes that the programme of the cinematograph on Saturday and Sunday are unsuitable for children. The writer suggests that one matinee each week should be specially arranged for children.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-10-21
Summary:

The Committee of the M. C. L. wishes to thank the Cinematograph Co. for their two most successful shows.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-11-15
Summary:

The spacious compound of the Roman Catholic Cathedral presented a most animated scene. Scout Master A. J. Edwards and staff kindly lent their assistance to the Bazaar's cinematograph show.

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Headline: For Sale
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-09-07 - 1918-09-13
Summary:

Cinematograph (Pathe Home Cinema) automatic lighting, complete with screen and 10 plays including two of Max Linder, and one play in two parts. Condition of machine and films guaranteed. A proper drawing room cinema. Demonstration gladly given. Price $425. Apply Box No. 901, care of 'S. C.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-09-26 - 1918-10-01
Summary:

Propaganda by cinematograph. Wideawake importers anxious to increase their trade with the interior are requested to communicate with box no. 942, care of 'S. C. M. Post.'

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-02-12 - 1924-02-15
Summary:

Today at 5.30 p.m., Kowloon Dock A. D. C. presents The Rajah of Rajahpore. Tonight at 9.15, Douglas McClean [sic] in 'One a Minute.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-02-13
Summary:

Star Theatre will be staging a Kowloon Dock A. D. C. production entitled 'Rajah of Rajahpore' which made a good impression when putting on locally some time ago. The picture offering tomorrow night is a comedy entitled 'One a Minute' featuring Douglas MacLean.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-02-14 - 1924-02-16
Summary:

Tonight at 5.30 p.m., Kowloon Dock A. D. C. presents 'The Rajah of Rajahpore.' At 9.15, Douglas McLean in 'One a Minute.' February 15 Remarks: Tonight at 5.30 and 9.15, Douglas McLean in 'One a Minute.' Tomorrow, 'The Rajah of Rajahpore.' February 16…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-02-14 - 1924-02-14
Summary:

Today at 5.30, Kowloon Dock A. D. C. present the Rajah of Rajahpore. Tonight at 9.15, Douglas MacLean in the farcical comedy, 'One a Minute.'

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

Tonight at 5:30, the Kowloon Dock A. D. C. will present their musical comedy entitled 'The Rajah of Rajahpore' at the Star Theatre. It was a big success when presented 'at home.' The picture will be repeated on Saturday at 9:15. The film tonight is Douglas MacLean's…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-02-15 - 1924-02-15
Summary:

Tonight at 5.30 and 9.15, Douglas MacLean in the farcical comedy, 'One a Minute.' Tomorrow at 9.15 p.m., Kowloon Dock A. D. C. present the Rajah of Rajahpore.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-02-16 - 1924-02-16
Summary:

Tonight at 2.30, 'Captain Kidd.' Today at 5.30, 'One a Minute.' Tonight at 9.15, Kowloon Dock A. D. C. present the Rajah of Rajahpore. Tickets $3.00, $2.00 and $1.00. Tomorrow at 6 p.m., Milton Sills in 'The Faith Healer.' Tomorrow at 9.15, orchestral concert.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-02-16 - 1924-02-16
Summary:

Today at 5.30 p.m., Douglas MacLean in 'One a Minute.' At 9.15 p.m., Kowloon Docks A. D. C. presents The Rajah of Rajahpore. Sunday at 6 p.m., 'The Faith Healer' (another 'Miracle Man'). At 9.15 p.m., orchestral concert.

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Headline: Milestones'
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-06-10 - 1924-06-14
Summary:

June 10 Remarks: Teaser ads for the film 'Milestone.' The ads didn't mention the theatre's name, surmised from other ads. June 10 Remarks: Another ad. on page 5, the film is produced by Samuelson Film Co. with the famous British stars, Campbell Gullan, Owen Nares, Winfred […

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-06-10 - 1924-06-10
Summary:

A super British picture of the year, 'Milestones,' produced by Samuelson Film Co., with the famous British stars, Campbell Gullan, Owen Nares, Winifred Delevanti, Hubert Harben, Isobel Elsom, Ernest Graham, Minna Grey, Mary Lincoln and Esme Hubbard.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-06-10 - 1924-06-14
Summary:

A superb British picture of the year, 'Milestones' produced by Samuelson Film Co. with the famous British stars, Campbell Gullan, Owen Nares, Winifred Delevanti, Hubert Harben, Isobel Elson [sic], Ernest Graham, Minna Grey, Mary Lincoln and Esme Hubbard.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-06-11 - 1924-06-14
Summary:

Wed. 11th to Sat. 14th at 5.15 & 9.15 p.m., Samuelson presents Campbell Gullan, Owen Nares, Winfred [sic] Delevanti, Hubert Harben, Isobel Elsom, Ernest Graham, Minna Grey, Esme Hubbard and Mary Lincoln, in 'Milestones,' in 9 parts.

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Headline: World Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-06-11 - 1924-06-14
Summary:

Wednesday 11th to Saturday 14th at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Samuel Son [sic] presents 'Milestones,' a superb British picture in 9 parts with the following famous stars: Campbell Gullan, Winifred Delevanti, Owen Nares, Hubert Harben, Isobel Elsom, Ernest Graham, Mary Lincoln, Minna Grey and…