The extension of North Capitol Street left of the cemetery on the west side of the street, while the remaining (where all the burials were) was to the east. Lots sales were almost nonexistent in the west portion of the cemetery, as individuals did not want to feel cut off from the cemetery. PHC resolved to sell off the eastern , and in April 1920 legislation was introduced in Congress to permit the sale. This legislation died when the 66th United States Congress ended on March 3, 1921.