A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-04-30
Summary:

There is not one of the 1,400 seats in the giant structure from which a perfect view of the screen or stage cannot be obtained. Perfect technique is assured for both the silver-sheet and the spoken stage. At 2:15 p.m. tomorrow, the opening performance will be given when admission is by…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-01
Summary:

Hon. Mr. R. H. Kotewall performed the opening ceremony at the Queen's Theatre this afternoon. Mr. Kotewall congratulated Mr. Ma Tsui-chiu upon the fine architectural style of the imposing building and its very comfortable internal arrangements. As cinematograph pictures have a great…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-05-01
Summary:

Queen's Theatre had its opening show this afternoon. It screened the film 'The Hero.' At around half-past two, the Hon. Mr. R. H. Kotewall performed the opening ceremony. H. E. the Governor, Sir R. E. Stubbs, arrived at around three o'clock. Everyone was impressed with the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-01
Summary:

Designed as a theatre for stage plays, and made adaptable for cinematograph entertainments, the Queen's Theatre throws its door open to the public this afternoon amid appropriate ceremonies, which will be attended by H. E. the Governor, accompanied by Hon. Mr. R. H. Kotewall. The plans for…

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Headline: Queen's
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-02
Summary:

The Hon. Mr. Kotewall at Queen's Theatre's opening ceremony made the interesting statement that according to an informant five times as many Chinese attended cinema performances as did those who attended the Chinese theatre. The pious hope that the management would exercise care in the…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-02
Summary:

Queen's Theatre, Hongkong's latest venture to cater for the cinema-loving public was opened with all the eclat which has made the Chinese famous. The pictures shown were mainly of the comedy type. The opening ceremony was performed by Hon. Mr. Kotewall. The palatial building was…

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

With the opening of the Queen's Theatre, Hongkong at last has a theatre in keeping with her progress in other directions. In decoration, ventilation, lighting and general cosiness, this new hall on Queen's Road is far ahead of anything the Colony has of the same nature. The balcony and…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-05-05
Summary:

Queen's Theatre is screening the Gasnier production, entitled 'The Hero,' featuring Barbara La Marr, for the last time tonight. Tomorrow, another Gasnier production 'Daughters of the Rich' will be presented at all performances. The cast includes Gaston Glass, Miriam…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-05-06
Summary:

In the Queen's Theatre, from tonight to Thursday, featuring Gaston Glass, Ruth Clifford, Stuart Holmes, Miriam Cooper and Ethel Shannon in the 'Daughters of the Rich,' a story of American dollars, based on the novel by Edgar Saltus. Smoke Turner who made a hit in 'The Four…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-06
Summary:

Claimed by the distributors to be a sequel to 'Rich Men's Wives' and 'Poor Men's Wives,' that Gasnier production 'Daughters of the Rich,' which will have a run of three days at the Queen's Theatre from today. Gaston Glass, the hero in 'The Hero…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-07
Summary:

Daughters of the Rich,' the Gasnier production showing at the Queen's Theatre last night, will be on view tonight and tomorrow night. Edgar Saltus, claimed to have been the late President Harding's author, wrote the story. Miriam Cooper, Gaston Glass, Ethel Shannon, Ruth Clifford…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-05-16
Summary:

Queen's Theatre will be hosting magicians, Chefalo and Palermo, who will stage their performances on 5:15 and 9:15 today. The Theatre will also screen the Metro picture 'The Forgotten Law' which is based on a story similar to 'Uncle Tom's Cabin.' There is a strong…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-17
Summary:

Chefalo and Palermo, the noted magicians, are opening a four-day season at the Queen 's Theatre. Palermo will always be remembered for the staging of the 'Garden of Mystery' previously seen in this Colony. Genuine sympathy and real intelligence are displayed by the cast of '…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-26
Summary:

Tonight will be the final showing of 'The Virginian,' at the Queen's Theatre. The portrayal of Owen Wister's famous classic has given a wonderful picture to the movie world. One should not more miss seeing this picture than miss a picturization of Shakespeare's work. It…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-06-20
Summary:

The cause of the world distress and the answer to the question 'What Next' will be given in a free lecture by William Tinney of Brooklyn, New York, on Sunday at the World Theatre and the Queen's Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-06-27 - 1924-06-29
Summary:

Commencing 27th to 30th June at 5.15 & 9.15 p.m., a Gasnier production, Gaston Glass and Ruth Clifford in 'Mothers-in-Law.' At 2.30 & 7.15 p.m., 'Bride 13,' epis. 14 & 15. June 28 Remarks: On page 5, another ad. on Mothers-in-Law' only. Illustration included…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-06-27 - 1924-06-30
Summary:

Commencing 27th to 30th June at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., a Gasnier production with Gaston Glass and Ruth Clifford in 'Mother-in-Law.' At 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Bride 13' episodes 14 and 15.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-06-27
Summary:

Mothers-in-Law' will be screened at the Queen's Theatre from today till Monday. The film starred Gaston Glass, Ruth Clifford, Josef Swickard who will be remembered for 'The Four Horsemen,' and also with Marie Curtis and Edith Yorke. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-06-27
Summary:

From today till Monday, Queen's Theatre will be screening 'Mothers-in-Law' at the 5:15 and 9:15 performances. The film will satisfy not only those who see it as a diversion from routine life but also those who perceive the moral of the story and measure its influence on human…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-06-27
Summary:

Laughs and probably a tear or two will be provided when Gasnier's 'Mother-in-Law' [sic] is shown here. It is not, as some may think, a burlesque on that much-maligned relative, but an effort to prove that she is just as much a mother as a mother by birth, with an additional child…