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: 1917-01-31
Summary:

A grand matinee performance will be given in the above theatre on Thursday, February 8, in aid of the funds of the Portuguese School, which will shortly be established in this Colony. Through the courtesy and generosity of the management of the theatre, the whole of the proceeds will be devoted…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-04-02 - 1919-04-04
Summary:

Tonight, Paramount photoplay in 5 parts, Maurice and Florence Walton in 'The Quest of Life.' Also Gazette and comics. Saturday, 5th, see the final episodes of 'A Lass of the Lumberlands.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-04-02 - 1919-04-03
Summary:

April 2, 3 and 4, Paramount photoplay 5 parts, Maurice and Florence Walton in 'The Quest of Life.' Also Gaumont Gazette and Comics. Saturday 5th, see the final episodes of 'A Lass of the Lumberlands.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-12-09
Summary:

The first screening of 'Barbary Sheep' at the Hongkong Theatre yesterday was marked by a crowded attendance to witness what was a magnificent production. With that artistic touch which has characterised his other productions. Tourneur has succeeded in holding the interest of the…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-02-12
Summary:

The family Gibson will make their last appearance in 'Fun On a Battleship' in Hongkong Theatre. Norma Talmadge, will delight her numerous admirers in a 6-part drama, 'The Right of Purchase,' an interesting play written by Joseph Schenk. The latest improvement at the theatre…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-02-14
Summary:

There were crowded houses at the Hongkong Theatre on Saturday afternoon and evening when the Gibson family made their last appearance. They gave an entertaining presentation of 'Fun on a Battleship,' performed by Doreen, Trixie, Buttons and Gibson. Besides, the programme of pictures…