After 1909 the hall was no longer in demand, and the deteriorating hall was eventually relegated to Hans Esperson's auto repair garage, while the elegant front offices housed the seedy Grand Hotel and Harry Zanfes' Cafe.
From 1909, the hall became obsolete and fell into disrepair. It was then utilized as an auto repair garage by Hans Esperson, whereas the luxurious front offices were occupied by the Grand Hotel and Harry Zanfes' Cafe.