A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: The China Mail News 1921-06-29
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-06-29
Summary:

The Wo Ping Theatre, opposite the Central Market, has been secured by Hongkong Amusement Ltd., as an addition to their already big list of cinemas. The place is being redecorated and reseated throughout. The first performance will take place on Friday and will include a film featuring Jack…

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Headline: The China Mail News 1921-07-01
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-07-01
Summary:

Kinema patrons are reminded that the first performance in the Wo Ping Theatre, which has been secured by Hongkong Amusements Ltd., as an addition to their already big list of cinemas will take place today and will include a film featuring Jack Dempsey, a Harold Lloyd Comedy and vaudeville act.…

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Headline: Woping Theatre: Chefalo and Palermo - Famous Magicians Open July 15
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-07-09
Summary:

In taking over Woping Theatre, Mr. Ray, General Manager, Hongkong Amusements Ltd., announced that they are securing Chefalo and Palermo, the great magicians to perform for six nights.

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Headline: Woping Theatre: Chefalo and Palermo - Opening Friday Night
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-07-12
Summary:

Miss Palermo shares the honours with Chefalo as a star in the Chefalo and Palermo show, which returns to Hongkong on July 15 for a six nights' engagement at the Woping Theatre.