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: 1903-02-14 - 1903-02-24
Summary:

Department store ad. Sale of Cinemagraphs in various prices. Mentioned that Cinemagraphs can be worked by a child.

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Headline: Al Fresco Fete
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-10-24 - 1912-11-01
Summary:

In aid of the funds of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul to be held in the compound of the Roman Catholic Cathedral on Sunday; 3rd Nov from 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. under the most distinguished patronage of His excellency the Governor Sir Francis, Henry May and Lady May; admission ticket $ 1.00 which…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-06-02
Summary:

Mr. Henry Dallas has reserved two best one-act pieces for his last two nights in the Victoria Theatre. In addition to the triple bill, several new Films will be shown on the Cinematograph.

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Headline: Peak Club
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-08-21 - 1916-08-23
Summary:

A Cinematograph entertainment will be given at 9.15 pm on Aug 24 on the lower tennis lawn; 'Untold Stories of the War,' a lecture with photographs will be given by Mr. Frederic Coleman, F. R. G. S.; price detail included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-10-01 - 1921-10-05
Summary:

The undersigned have received instructions from registrar, the supreme court to sell by public auctions, on Thursday, the 6th October 1921, commencing at 2.30 p.m., at their sales rooms, no. 8, Des Voeux Road, corner of Ice House Street, the office furniture, stock and samples of the Universal…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-18
Summary:

The arrival of the Cunarder Laconia in Hong Kong. Of particular interest to picture goers will be the news that two film magnates, together with a star actress on board, are collecting data for future plays. They are Mr. Robert Ellis, May Ellison [sic] (wife of Robert Ellis), and Mr. R. G.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-02-22
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-02-12
Summary:

We have received the following statement for publication: The total proceeds of the H. W. G. Bazaar, held in December 1923, and of entertainments given and work sold during the year 1923 amount to $18,425.65. Cinematograph: $92.00

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-10-30 - 1924-11-01
Summary:

Thur. to Sun. Oct. 30 to Nov. 2 at 2.30, 1.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Norma Talmadge and Eugene O'Brien in 'The Moth.' Booking at the Theatre. Tel. C. 4636. Price details included. November 1 Remarks: On page 4, another ad. with photo. November 1 Remarks: On page 12, last showing of…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-01 - 1924-11-01
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Sunday at 6.00, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., last showing of Norma Talmadge in 'The Moth,' a fast moving drama of society's swift set. Commencing Monday, November 3rd, Rubye De Remer in 'The Passionate Pilgrim.' It's a Cosmopolitan…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-01 - 1924-11-01
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Sunday at 6.00, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., last showing of Norma Talmadge in 'The Moth.' Commencing Monday, November 3rd, Rubye De Remer in 'The Passionate Pilgrim,' a Cosmopolitan production, directed by Robert Vignola, the producer of 'When…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-01-21 - 1925-01-27
Summary:

Commencing Saturday, Cosmopolitan Corporation presents Marion Davies in 'When Knighthood Was in Flower' directed by Robert Vignola. January 27 remarks: Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-21 - 1925-01-29
Summary:

Cosmopolitan Corporation presents Marion Davies in 'When Knighthood Was in Flower,' a Paramount picture, directed by Robert Vignola. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-22
Summary:

Time was when history took a backseat in the hearts of school children. It was presented to them by old-fashioned methods. Today, there is no reason why all school children should not simply love history. They have a big help in the cinema, which is constantly presenting pictures full of…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-01-23
Summary:

My American Wife,' the Paramount picture, is having final screening at the Coronet. The picture is starred by Gloria Swanson and Antonio Moreno. Film plot included. Tomorrow has been reserved for historical film 'When Knighthood was in Flower,' a story of the days of King Henry…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-01-26
Summary:

When Knighthood Was in Flower,' starring Marion Davies and Joseph Urban, is showing at the Coronet Theatre today. Robert G. Vignola directed the picture. The supporting cast included Forrest Stanley, Ernest Glendenning [sic], Ruth Shepley, Theresa Conover Maxwell [sic] and Macey Harlam.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-01-27
Summary:

When Knighthood Was in Flower,' starring Marion Davies, taken from the romantic novel by Charles Major, is being shown at the Coronet Theatre. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-27
Summary:

The wonderful historical picture at the Coronet, 'When Knighthood Was in Flower,' is a screen version of Charles Major's famous historical novel. The principal roles are played by Marion Davies and Forrest Stanley, and the supporting cast is strong. A fine portrayal of Henry VIII…

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Headline: The Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-01-28 - 1925-01-29
Summary:

Cosmopolitan Corporation presents Marion Davies in 'When Knighthood Was in Flower' directed by Robert Vignola, a Paramount picture.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-28
Summary:

The season of 'When Knighthood Was in Flower' comes to a close at the Coronet today. It has been seen by some of the best education authorities in the Colony. English history is certainly one of the subjects in the average scholastic curriculum that makes for maximum marks, and the…