A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Pathe-Baby
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-15 - 1923-09-15
Summary:

Compactness, precision, mechanical perfection, efficient optical system, simplicity of operation, automatic rewinding, no threading of films. Pathe-Baby films will not burn. Pathe-Baby complete $60.00. Additional resistance for 200/220 c. $7.00. Pathe-Baby films $1.50 each. On sale: A. Tack…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-10-25 - 1923-10-27
Summary:

Tonight, the J. C. Williams Coy. in a grand vaudeville show with at 5.15, 'Skinner's Dress Suit,' a laughable comedy; at 9.30, Firpo vs. McAuliffe and Willard vs. Johnson, as good as being at the ringside.

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Headline: Star Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-10-25 - 1923-10-25
Summary:

3 nights only, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, October 25, 26 and 27 at 9.15 p.m., the biggest amusement bargain of the season, two big shows in one. J. C. Williams big variety comedy; Tex Rickard's big boxing film: Luis Firpo vs. Jack McAuliffe and Jess Willard vs. Floyd Johnson. Bargain…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-10-25
Summary:

Star Theatre is going to host the J. C. Williams Variety Company. As an extra attraction Star Theatre will be screening the fight pictures of Firpo v. McAuliffe and Williard v. Floyd Johnson. For the 5:15 show, the Williams Co. give their full programme, but the picture will be a comedy, '…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-10-25
Summary:

Besides the fight films advertised for the Star, there is a vaudeville programme. The J. C. Williams Company are old-timers in the East and the variety of their offerings should ensure the first-class entertainment. Performers include Babe Latour, Eddie Polo, Jack Williams and Ted Trevor. The…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-10-25 - 1923-10-27
Summary:

Tonight, The J. C. Williams Coy in a grand vaudeville show. Showing together at 5.15, 'Skinner's Dress Suit,' a laughable comedy, and at 9.30, Firpo vs. McAuliffe and Willard vs. Johnson.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-10-27
Summary:

The fight films and J. C. Williams Variety Company wind up their engagement at Star Theatre tonight. This afternoon at 2:30, the children's matinee has 'Skinner's Dress Suit' and Buster Keaton in 'The Paleface.' Tomorrow the attraction will be H. B. Warner in '…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-10-27
Summary:

The J. C. Williams Variety Co., concludes their engagement at the Star tonight. The fight films have aroused much interest, and the bill is a good one. At the special children's matinee tomorrow at 2.30, the comedy 'Skinner's Dress Suit' is booked, together with Buster Keaton…

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Headline: For Sale
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-04 - 1924-03-06
Summary:

One Pathe-Baby Cinematograph and 44 films. Practically new. $50--cost $126. Apply to box no. 148, care of 'S. C. M. Post.'

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Headline: For Sale
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-14 - 1924-03-20
Summary:

1923 Harley-Davidson sports model. Electrically quipped, perfect running order. Quick sale, no reasonable offer refused. 1 Pathe-Baby cinema nearly new, 8 films, $50. 1 30.30 savage rifles, nearly new, 120 rounds, $70. Box no. 221, care of 'S. C. M. Post.'

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Headline: Pathe-Baby
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-04-23 - 1924-04-23
Summary:

Films just arrived $1.50 per reel. 5. 'The Cubs' (instructive), 46. Max Linder, 'Magician' (comedy), 47. 'Cambodian Dances' (Napierkowska) (travel), 86. 'Charlie Chaplin Has Luncheon' (comedy), 87. 'Charlie Chaplin Tries to Flirt' (comedy), 93…

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Headline: For Sale, etc.
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-10-06 - 1924-10-08
Summary:

One Pathe Baby cinema outfit, complete with large screen and 100 films, all practically new. $150 or nearest offer. Apply box no. 327, care of 'S. C. M. Post.'

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Headline: Pathe-Baby
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-20 - 1924-11-22
Summary:

Pathe-Baby brightens the home life and adds to the pleasure of the whole family. Complete outfits, H. K. $60.00. Films $1.50 each. Magneto H. K. $35.00 (for interior towns). Pathe-Orient, 12 Queen's Road, Central, Hongkong.

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Headline: Pathe-Baby
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-27 - 1924-11-29
Summary:

An idea cinema for the home. Complete outfits, H. K. $60.00. Films $1.50 each. Magneto H. K. $35.00 (for interior countries). Pathe-Orient, 12 Queen's Road, Central, Hongkong.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-02-19 - 1925-02-21
Summary:

Pathe-Baby Cinema Machine, in perfect order, as new, transformers 110/220 volts, screens lamps and 40 films. Cost $150: offered for $90. Apply box no. 26, care of 'S. C. M. Post.'

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Headline: For Sale
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-06-03 - 1925-06-05
Summary:

Pathe-Baby in perfect working order and 45 films. Going cheap for $60. Please apply box no. 654, care of 'S. C. M. Post.'