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: 1914-02-27
Summary:

A private view of the cinematograph films of the Hong Kong Races was given by the Variety Film Exchange Company before Lady May, the Misses May and others. The film is shown at Happy Valley, the arrival of H. E. the Governor and party. It will be first exhibited at the cinematograph garden of…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1914-03-05
Summary:

Cinematograph Film which we have already mentioned in these columns will be available to the public at the Wigwam Tennis Club tonight, tomorrow nights and Saturday, which includes 'The Legacy of Happiness,' 'Misjudging of Mr. Hubby' and 'The Popular Race Film.'…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1914-03-05 - 1914-03-07
Summary:

The popular race film is shown from Thursday, 5th to Saturday, 7th March, 1914. For 3 nights only. Price details included. A band is included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-03-05 - 1914-03-07
Summary:

The popular race film will be shown at the Wigwam Tennis Club, Kowloon (corner of Nathan and Carnarvon Roads); admission details included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-03-06 - 1914-03-09
Summary:

The popular race film will be shown for 3 nights only, a band will be in attendance

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1914-03-06
Summary:

The cinema pictures taken at the recent Race Meeting were shown to the public last night for the first time at the Wigwam Tennis Club Courts. The arrival of H. E. The Governor, Lady May and family and pictures of Jockey Club officials added much to the interest of the film, which is well worth…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-03-06
Summary:

The Wigwam Tennis Club was the scene of an excellent show, the film depicting the Hong Kong Races being exhibited to a delighted gathering. A number of other pictures also filled up an enjoyable programme and was added by the presence of a band.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-05-20 - 1914-05-22
Summary:

Film screening of 'Out on the Deep', with music and refreshment

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-05-23 - 1914-05-23
Summary:

Film screening of 'His Wife's Sacrifice' (5 parts); Tomorrow will be showing 'The Father'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-05-30 - 1914-05-30
Summary:

Films screening of 'Chains' (4 parts); Coming film: 'Gipsy's Kin'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-06-03 - 1914-06-05
Summary:

Film screening of 'Lost Paradise' (4 parts)

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-06-06 - 1914-06-06
Summary:

Film screening of 'The Golden Cross' (3 parts); Coming picture: 'Hiding Treasure'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-06-12 - 1914-06-13
Summary:

Films screenings including 'Hiding Treasure' (3 parts) and 'Strang Case' (2 parts); Coming film: 'Fantomas: The Tragedy at the Masked Ball'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-07-04 - 1922-07-06
Summary:

Today, matinee 5.30 & at 9.15, Marguerite Clark in 'Let's Elope,' a Paramount picture. Performance by the famous Parisian Troupe, Majurel. Booking at the Star Ferry Wharf for Hongkong residents, free ferry tickets both ways. July 6 Remarks: Tomorrow, the magnificent film,…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-09-15 - 1922-09-18
Summary:

Today to Monday 18th, 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., lovely Irene Castle in 'The Firing Line,' no war scenes in this special Paramount film but a society drama. Booking at the Star Ferry Wharf for Hongkong residents, free ferry tickets both ways.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-10-10 - 1922-10-12
Summary:

Tonight at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., Harry Sheldon in 'Men.' Debut of Baron Lambert Bi-Bo. Booking at the Star Ferry Wharf for Hongkong residents, free ferry tickets both ways. October 11 Remarks: On page 2, another ad. on the film.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-10-13 - 1922-10-16
Summary:

Tonight to Monday at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., including Sunday matinee 6 p.m., Elsie Ferguson in 'His Parisian Wife.' Booking at the Star Ferry Wharf for Hongkong residents, free ferry tickets both ways. October 13 Remarks: On page 4, another ad. on the film. Photo included. October 14…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-10-27 - 1922-10-28
Summary:

Today to Saturday at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., Pioneer Film Co. present Grace Davison & Conway Tearle in 'Atonement' from Leo Tolstoi's [sic] novel. Change of programme, Sunday: 6 & 9.15 p.m.; Monday: 5.30 & 9.15 p.m. 'Johnny Get Your Gun,' a Paramount special.…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-11-17 - 1922-11-20
Summary:

Friday 17th to Monday 20th at 5.30 & 9.15 p.m., Elsie Ferguson in 'The Avalanche,' Comedy and Gazette. November 17 Remarks: On page 3, another ad. on 'The Avalanche.' Illustration and film plot included. November 18 Remarks: Saturday 18th 2.30 p.m. matinee, the new serial…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-12-01 - 1922-12-04
Summary:

Today till Monday at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., Dorothy Dalton in 'Market of Souls,' Comedy and Gazette. December 1 Remarks: On page 3, another ad. saying the film is a Thos. H. Ince super feature. Illustration included.