 The store achieved great success, and by 1911, three floors were added to the building, eventually bringing it to 170,000 ft² (15793.52m²), including a tea room (opened in 1908) and a branch of the Tacoma Public Library.By 1920, even more room was needed and several buildings across the alley (Court C) were purchased and connected to the main store by a sky bridge.Further additions included a discount annex in 1935, a new men's shop in 1937 and a special vault that could hold 5,000 coats.