A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Pictures for the People
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-10-06
Summary:

To the Editor S. C. M. Post – Your excellent editorial note of today regarding cinematograph pictures deserves more than passing consideration. Apart altogether from the question as to whether such pictures are intended to educate or amuse the public, there remains the fact that they can be made…

2
Headline: Ministering Children's League: Under the Patronage of His Excellency the Governor and Lady May
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-10-07 - 1912-10-09
Summary:

A bazaar and fancy fete will be held (by kind permission of the commandant and officers of the Hongkong Volunteer Corps) on the Volunteer Parade Ground, on Saturday, October 19th from 2.30 to 6.30 p.m.; many novelties that are suitable for Christmas presents, including Children's play…

3
Headline: Cinema and Children
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-09-12
Summary:

To the Editor S. C. M. Post – The writer believes that the programme of the cinematograph on Saturday and Sunday are unsuitable for children. The writer suggests that one matinee each week should be specially arranged for children.

4
Headline: Ministering Children's League
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-10-21
Summary:

The Committee of the M. C. L. wishes to thank the Cinematograph Co. for their two most successful shows.

5
Headline: For Sale
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-09-07 - 1918-09-13
Summary:

Cinematograph (Pathe Home Cinema) automatic lighting, complete with screen and 10 plays including two of Max Linder, and one play in two parts. Condition of machine and films guaranteed. A proper drawing room cinema. Demonstration gladly given. Price $425. Apply Box No. 901, care of 'S. C.…

6
Headline: South China Morning Post Advertisement 1918-09-26
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-09-26 - 1918-10-01
Summary:

Propaganda by cinematograph. Wideawake importers anxious to increase their trade with the interior are requested to communicate with box no. 942, care of 'S. C. M. Post.'

7
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.'

8
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.'

9
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.'

10
Headline: South China Morning Post Advertisement 1925-02-19
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.'

11
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.'