A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-12 - 1923-11-28
Summary:

It has been built like a precise machine, and no pain, trouble, or time have been spared to present you a perfect machine working with mathematical regularity and projecting a clear and sharp picture for the enjoyment of yourself and your family. Pathe-Baby, films will not burn, on sale at A.…

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Headline: Pathe-Baby
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-21 - 1923-09-28
Summary:

Its metalized screen reflects a 3'3' x 2'7' picture at a distance of 12 feet from the machine. Pathe-Baby complete with screen 16 x 22 inches, $60.00; films, $1.50 each. Latest releases just arrived: Harold Lloyd and the Wild Man of Zanzibar Niagara Falls; the Cell-Structure…

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Headline: Pathe-Baby
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-09-29 - 1923-11-26
Summary:

There are always moments at home when the passing minutes seem to be meaningless or indifferent. All are silent. Yet, if you own a Pathe-Baby, you set one of its films, and in two seconds: behold, moving pictures. The interest in life and pleasure come again to you. On sale: A. Tack's,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-10-03 - 1923-11-19
Summary:

The mellow toned light of the Pathe-Baby projecting system gives to the screen image a natural appearance and does not strain the optic nerves. This innovation has only been made possible after years of research and experiment in our laboratories. Picture included.

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Headline: Pathe-Baby
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-10-04 - 1923-10-11
Summary:

Its metalized screen reflects a 3'3' x 2'7' picture at a distance of 12 feet from the machine. Pathe-Baby, complete with screen 16 x 22 inches, $60.00. Films $1.50 each. Just received the following films: 'The Star-Fish and the Sea Hedgehog' (scientific); '…

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Headline: Pathe-Baby
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-10-23 - 1924-01-03
Summary:

Its metalized screen reflects a 3'3' x 2'7' picture at a distance of 12 feet from the machine. Pathe-Baby complete with screen 16 x 22 inches, $60.00. Films $1.50 each. Just received the following films: 500 Crique-Billy Matthews Bout (sport); 475 Harold Lloyd at the…

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Headline: Pathe-Baby
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-11-03 - 1923-11-05
Summary:

There are always moments at home when the passing minutes seem to be meaningless or indifferent. All are silent. Yet, if you own a Pathe-Baby, you set one of its films, and in two seconds: behold! Moving pictures. The interest in life and pleasure come again to you. On sale: A. Tack's, Des…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-11 - 1924-01-11
Summary:

Cameras: all the well-known makes, Debrie, Pathe, etc., for professionals and amateurs, printing machines, everything for the motion picture studio and laboratory. Special cooperation given to amateurs. Cinema oufits: for theatres, churches, clubs, Y. M. C. A.'s schools, etc. Film-hire…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-01-15 - 1924-02-14
Summary:

Moving picture camera, HK$575.00, for newsmen and general outdoor work. Outfit comes complete with Tessar Zeiss Lens, two 400 feet regular Debrie magazine and carrying case. Pathe-Orient, 12, Queen's Road Central, Hongkong.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-17 - 1924-01-17
Summary:

Moving-picture camera has a capacity of 400 feet of standard film and even if your knowledge of photograph is less than elementary, you will take scenes as good as a professional cameraman will do. We solicit enquiries and inspections. Pathe-Orient, 12, Queen's Road, Central, Hongkong.

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Headline: Interview
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-01-24 - 1924-02-18
Summary:

Moving-pictures camera has a capacity of 400 feet of standard film and even if your knowledge of photography is less than elementary, you will take scenes as good as a professional cameraman will do. H. K. $550 for a complete set. Photo included. Pathe-Orient, 12 Queen's Road Central.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-28 - 1924-01-28
Summary:

3 ¼ feet by 2 5/8 feet is the size of the picture obtained. Over 600 subjects to choose from Harold Lloyd and Chaplin comedies, Fairy tales, cartoons, sports, instructive, etc. Perfectly safe, easy to operate wonderful results. Price of complete outfit, $60 to $70. Works on any current non-…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-31 - 1924-01-31
Summary:

Pathe-Baby projects a clear picture over 3' wide on its brilliant silver screen. Absolutely dangerless. Easy to operate. Trouble-proof. Amusing and instructive. Price of complete outfit $60.00 to $70.00. Works on any current non-inflammable films $1.50 per reel. Pathe-Orient, 12, Queen…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-02-11 - 1924-05-08
Summary:

Outfit comes complete with Tessar Zeiss Lens, two 400-foot regular Debrie magazines and a carrying case. At the astonishing low price. H. K. $575.00. Pathe-Orient, 12, Queen's Road, Central, Hongkong.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-02-16 - 1924-02-16
Summary:

Moving picture camera, for newsmen and general outdoor work. Outfit comes complete with Tessar Zeiss Lens, two magazines and carrying case. H. K. $575.00. Pathe-Orient, 12, Queen's Road, Central.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-03-06
Summary:

The new Queen's Theatre is to be opened in about three weeks' time as a picture palace. With top-notch facilities, accommodation will be available for theatrical companies.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-04-14
Summary:

Queen's Theatre is to be opened early next month. Capable of accommodating 1400 people, the theatre will have the most modern features and design. The proprietor of the theatre is Mr. Ma Chui-chiu. The Theatre will screen pictures under the able management of Mr. Leung Cheuk-wing and Mr.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-04-24 - 1924-04-29
Summary:

Best music and best entertainment. Opening ceremony on 1st of May.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-04-30
Summary:

The opening ceremony of the Queen's Theatre is to take place at 2:15 pm on May 1st, and the picture show will commence at 3 p.m. Those holding admission tickets are to arrive early.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-04-30 - 1924-05-05
Summary:

Largest, Coolest and most comfortable moving picture house in the far East. Best music and best entertainment. Opening ceremony tomorrow. Commencing, May 2nd to 5th at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., 'The Hero.' Admission: 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., box $7.20 (6 seats), dress circle 80 cents…