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: 1908-11-11
Summary:

Shameen, November 8 – Illuminations: At 9:30 in the evening another concert was given by the band, accompanied by a cinematograph entertainment, which was thoroughly enjoyed. The grounds of the Consulate were beautifully set off above the main gateway. A word of praise is due to Consul Fox for…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-07-06
Summary:

(From Our Own Correspondent) Rev. F. B. Meyer and His Meetings - July 2nd. We have been favoured with the visit of a Cinematograph Show for three nights, Monday to Wednesday, June 28 to 30. This has been fairly well patronised and has been fully up to the average of these most enjoyable…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-11-10
Summary:

Manila papers say that a Spaniard named Honorato Apestagina Pascual, who has been running a cinematograph show in Hongkong, is charged with attempting to smuggle 17 kilos of opium into the Philippines. He has been released on a cash bail of P. 1,000 pending the trial.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-03-03
Summary:

Under the auspices of the Odd Volumes Society, Mr. J. B. Suttor, Commercial Commissioner for New South Wales will lecture at the City Hall on Thursday, at 5:15 p.m., on Australian life. The lecture will be illustrated by cinematograph pictures, specially taken for the New South Wales Government…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-03-09
Summary:

Mr. J. B. Suttor is to lecture in the St. Andrew's Hall, City Hall, this afternoon before the Odd Volumes Society. The lecture, which will be illustrated by cinematograph pictures, is on Australian life, and H. E. the Governor will preside.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-03-30
Summary:

A very interesting lecture in Australia was given at the City Hall on Thursday evening, under the auspices of the Old Volumes Society by Mr J. B. Suttor, Commercial Commissioner in the East for New South Wales. Interesting cinematograph films illustrative of the scenery, sport, the farm etc.,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-03-16 - 1923-03-16
Summary:

There will be a cinematograph display for children and adults, of films of Canadian life, scenery and industries this afternoon, Friday, March 16th at 5.30 p.m. The films have been very kindly lent by Mr. P. D. Sutherland and no charge will be made for admission. All members of the institute,…

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Headline: To Clear
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-07-09 - 1924-07-11
Summary:

3 cinematograph feature dramas for only $125, coast $350. Write at once before others have grabbed this offer to P. O. Box 215, Hongkong.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-03-11 - 1925-03-14
Summary:

The Fighting Blade' with Richard Barthelmess. A fast moving drama of the events that led to Cromwell's victory over Charles I. March 14 remarks: 'The Little Church Around the Corner' with Claire Windsor, Kenneth Harlan, Hobart Bosworth, Pauline Stark [sic], Alec B. Francis,…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-03-11 - 1925-03-14
Summary:

Today till Saturday, 'The Fighting Blade' with Richard Barthelmess. March 14 Remarks: Starting tomorrow, 'The Little Church Around the Corner' with Claire Windsor, Kenneth Harlan, Hobart Bosworth, Pauline Stark [sic], Alec B. Francis and Winter Hall.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-03-14 - 1925-03-14
Summary:

Today only at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., last performances of Richard Barthelmess in 'The Fighting Blade.' Starting tomorrow, 'The Little Church Around the Corner' with Claire Windsor, Kenneth Harlan, Hobart Bosworth, Pauline Stark, Alec B. Francis, Winter Hall and an…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-03-14 - 1925-03-16
Summary:

The Little Church Around the Corner' starts tomorrow at the Coronet. It is a Warner Bros. classic of the screen and a real super-film—a simple story with a big climax, most artistically told, superbly mounted and directed, with a really surprising all-star cast, including Claire Windsor,…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-03-16 - 1925-03-18
Summary:

The Little Church Around the Corner' with Claire Windsor, Kenneth Harlan, Hobart Bosworth, Pauline Stark [sic], Alec B. Francis and Winter Hall.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-03-16 - 1925-03-18
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, 'The Little Church Around the Corner' starring Claire Windsor, Kenneth Harlan, Hobart Bosworth, Pauline Stark [sic], Alec B. Francis and Winter Hall.

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-03-17 - 1925-03-18
Summary:

Last two days of a very fine picture, Claire Windsor, Kenneth Harlan, Pauline Stark, Hobart Bosworth, Alec B. Francis and Winter Hall in 'The Little Church Around the Corner.' Picture included.