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: 1925-03-18
Summary:

It may be true that a prophet has no honour in his own country, but happily, this does not apply to Amateur Dramatic Companies. The Quarry Bay A. D. C. have shown that they not only deserve success but that they can command it. For that reason, there is sure to be a crowded house at the Star…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-03-18
Summary:

Tomorrow night, the Star will add a further chapter to its history as a variety theatre, presenting this time the Quarry Bay A. D. C.'s production of 'Nothing but the Truth.' 'Nothing but the Truth' achieved such a signal success at the Taikoo Club that Kowloon amusement…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-02-14
Summary:

Tonight at 5:30, the Kowloon Dock A. D. C. will present their musical comedy entitled 'The Rajah of Rajahpore' at the Star Theatre. It was a big success when presented 'at home.' The picture will be repeated on Saturday at 9:15. The film tonight is Douglas MacLean's…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-03-16 - 1925-03-18
Summary:

Wednesday, March 18 at 9.15, Quarry Bay A. D. C. presents James Montgomery's 'Nothing But the Truth.' Prices: $2 and $1. Booking at Moutrie's.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-12-24
Summary:

Cinderella, an operette [sic] in three acts, will be presented by the children of Quarry Bay in the Taikoo Club Hall this evening. Grown-up children will notice that the moon in the palace scene is much steadier than the moon they see when coming home in a rickshaw from the Cinematograph.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-03-13 - 1925-03-18
Summary:

Wednesday March 18 when by special request Quarry Bay A. D. C. will give a repeat performance of the famous comedy Nothing but the Truth in aid of St. Dunstan's home for blinded soldiers and sailors. March 18 remarks: Ubique Amateur Orchestra. Booking at Moutrie's.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-03-13 - 1925-03-18
Summary:

Today only at 9.15 p.m., in aid of St. Dunstan's Hostel for blinded soldiers and sailors, Quarry Bay A. D. C. presents James Montgomery's famous 3-act comedy, 'Nothing But the Truth,' with incidental music by Ubique Amateur Orchestra. Prices: $2 and $1 at Moutrie's.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-10-30
Summary:

A very enjoyable time was spent at Repulse Bay Hotel on Saturday, when Mr. Mei Lan-fang was the guest at tiffin of the British American Tobacco Company. Messrs. F. A. Perry, K. H. Amuller, S. M. Mayes and H. C. Rowson represented the B. A. T. Company, and those invited to meet Mr. Mei Lang-Fong…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-08-28 - 1917-08-28
Summary:

Screening of Pathe's 'At Bay' featuring Florence Reed, British and American Gazettes and The Great War 1914-17 (Trench 35) and Comics

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-01-09 - 1924-01-09
Summary:

P. C. 511,' a story of the Shanghai Municipal police force, the first real Chinese motion picture, shown by courtesy of the B. A. T.

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Headline: R. A. Xmas Tree
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-12-25
Summary:

W. A. Passby, C. R. A., officers and ladies were at the R. A. Theatre. There was a cinema show produced by the Pathe Cinema Company.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-10-20 - 1915-10-20
Summary:

Grand Red Cross Night; Naval programme; A late car to Quarry Bay

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-09-04
Summary:

A trip to Saukiwan after an absence of but a couple of years is a revelation. We hear that suitable arrangements are being made for both outdoor and indoor recreation, that besides a field of play, a playhouse is to be built with theatre etc.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-09-07
Summary:

The story by Sir A. C. Doyle, 'Sherlock Holmes,' is to be filmed tonight at the Victoria Theatre. 'Wiffles' is one of the many comic pictures to be shown.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-06-20 - 1913-06-20
Summary:

Tonight, Friday, June 20th, complimentary benefit tendered Col. Bob Love, a monster programme, wild west stunts, human weight lifting; performances by Moore and the professor of the Victoria Theatre; matinees and price details included. Box plan at Robinson Piano Co., Ltd.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-04-09
Summary:

A tea dansant was given by the Hon. Mr. E. D. C. Wolfe, Captain Superintendent of Police, at the gymnasium in the new Police quarters yesterday and was largely attended by men of the various ranks. Several interesting cinema films were exhibited.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-03-19
Summary:

Large gathering left the Star Theatre for 'Nothing But The Truth,' a James Montgomery's three-act comedy presented by the Quarry Bay A. D. C. in aid of a worthy cause – the St. Dunstan's Hostel for Blinded Soldiers and Sailors. Performers included Bob Bennett, E. M. Ralston,…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-12-29 - 1925-12-31
Summary:

Today till Saturday, D. W. Griffith presents Carol Dempster and W. C. Fields in 'Sally of the Sawdust.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-02-14 - 1920-02-14
Summary:

Did you ever read a rattling detective story by C. N. and A. M. Williamson entitled 'Lord John's Journal'? The whole five have been made into a picture which will be shown at the Coronet in three instalments commencing tonight.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-03
Summary:

Passion's Playground,' starring Katherine MacDonald, is a new attraction at the Coronet Theatre. It is adapted from the story 'The Guests of Hercules' by C. N. and A. M. Williamson. Film plot included.