A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-08-31
Summary:

The New Hongkong Cinematograph will be opened on Saturday night. The new theatre is located in Queen's Road Central and easily accessible from all parts of the Colony. It is entirely under European management and the proprietors' aim is to combine low prices with the best accommodation…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-09-02
Summary:

The New Hongkong Cinematograph, formerly the Land Office, in Queen's Road Central opens tonight with a good all-round programme. Last night, complimentary tickets were issued for a private view and the place was crowded. A good band was in attendance, under the conductorship of Mr. Gonzales…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-09-04
Summary:

The New Hongkong Cinematograph was well filled last evening by an appreciative audience, who thoroughly enjoyed both the pictures and the music. The programme was of a capital description. 'A Daughter of Eve' in five reels, was the premier film. A Gaumont Graphic film was also quite…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-09-23
Summary:

Further episodes, the 9th, 10th, and 11th of 'Neal of the Navy' will be screened tonight with Keystone Comics, at the New Hongkong Cinematograph.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-10-09
Summary:

The New Hongkong cinematograph is showing 'The Tower of Justice,' a five-part drama; 'Captain Smith on the Bridge,' 'The Musician,' and the standard War Graphic.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-04-02 - 1917-04-03
Summary:

On Apr 3, the great detective serial, 3rd and 4th episodes of 'Zudora'; Pathe's British Gazette and various comics; on Apr 6, the great triangle Keystone picture, 'The [sci] Submarine Pirate' in 4 parts (a scream).

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-06-02 - 1917-06-02
Summary:

1st and 2nd episodes 'Liberty' in 2 parts each, a sensational drama in 20 brilliant episodes, featuring Eddie Polo (Roleaux, the greatest fighter in films) and Marie Walcamp as 'Liberty'; Pathe's War News & Wiffles' Love Romance in 2 parts.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-01-01 - 1919-01-01
Summary:

Tonight, screening: a most thrilling and powerful film story, complete in 6 parts, 'The Nurse' and comics. Today, special matinee at 5 p.m.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-01-03 - 1918-01-04
Summary:

Tonight, showing: 11th and 12th episodes of 'The Secret of the Submarine' and comics. Tomorrow, special matinee at 5 p.m., repeating for the last time, 'Marcela' in 9 parts.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-01-05 - 1918-01-08
Summary:

Commencing Saturday, 5th January, showing: the final in 3 episodes, 'The Secret of the Submarine' and comics. Tuesday, 8th January, screening: a beautiful Italian drama, 'Gorgona' in 6 parts. January 8 Remarks: On page 11, ad. on 'Gorgona' only.

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

Commencing 9th, 10th and 11th January, screening: a great dramatic film story, 'Traffic in Souls' complete in 9 parts. Saturday, 12th January, see our grand new serial, 'Gloria's Romance.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-01-10 - 1918-01-11
Summary:

Tonight, screening: a great dramatic film story, 'Traffic in Souls' complete in 9 parts. Saturday, 12th January, see our grand new serial, 'Gloria's Romance.'

13
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-01-12 - 1918-01-16
Summary:

Commencing Saturday, 12th January, screening: a powerful feature, comprising mystery, love, hate and daring, complete in six parts, 'Pendarjah's Treasure.' Tuesday, 15th January, special matinee at 5.15 p.m., showing: the 'Perverse Flower' drama in 6 parts. January 16…

14
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-01-17 - 1918-01-18
Summary:

16th, 17th and 18th January, screening: 'Queen Mezurka' [sic], a thrilling photo drama that will appeal to all, complete in 5 parts. Also, interesting comics. Friday, 18th January, special matinee at 5.15 p.m., screening: 'After the Great Dance,' a beautiful feature in 6…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-01-19 - 1918-01-23
Summary:

Tonight, screening: the most beautiful serial of the day, 'Gloria's Romance.' Also Keystone Comics. Wednesday, 23rd January, see exclusive Universal feature in 7 parts, ' A Soul Enslaved.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1918-01-21
Summary:

This afternoon, at 5.15, the Victoria Theatre has a big attraction, for 'Quo Vadis?' is to be screened. This magnificent picture is in seven parts. For tonight, there is a splendid programme, including the third and fourth episodes of 'The Great Secret,' as well as Pathe…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-01-24 - 1918-01-25
Summary:

Tonight, screening: 'A Soul Enslaved,' an emotional drama, complete in 7 parts, featuring the famous screen star, Cleo Madison. Also interesting comics. Saturday. 26th January, see 3rd and 4th episodes, 'Gloria's Romance.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-01-26 - 1918-01-29
Summary:

Tonight, screening: 3rd and 4th episodes of 'Gloria's Romance': 'A Perilous Love' and 'A Social Vortex.' Also Keystone comics. Wednesday, 30th January, see another Universal feature in 6 parts, 'The Wolf of Debt.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-01-30 - 1918-01-30
Summary:

30th, 31st January and 1st February, screening: 'The Wolf of Debt,' a beautiful Universal feature, complete in 6 parts, and interesting comics. Saturday, 2nd February, see: 5th and 6th episodes, 'Gloria's Romance.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-01-31 - 1918-02-01
Summary:

Tonight, screening: 'The Wolf of Debt,' a beautiful Universal feature in 6 parts, and interesting comics. Saturday, 2nd February, see 5th and 6th episodes of 'Gloria's Romance.'