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Yes, that was the covered stadium where people played basketball, badminton, volley ball held shows like magic shows, band shows and Chinese opera etc. It was the first "covered" stadium in Hong Kong.

Ashley

The piece of land had always been left undeveloped since the 20s Wanchai Reclamation had completed. One could, therefore see an "empty space" at the site of Southorn Playground in photos taken in early 30s or even late 20s. However, Southorn Playground was officially opened on 11 July 1934 under the administration of The Children Playground Association.

We can see all the words on the wall of the War Memorial Building clearly in the photo below:
紀念殉戰烈士福利會
THE CHILDREN'S PLAYGROUND ASSOCIATION
WAR MEMORIAL WELFARE CENTRE

So, the official name of the building is "WAR MEMORIAL WELFARE CENTRE"
 

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