1924-1925
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On March 5, 1924, The Abbey purchased the 134-acre
property southwest of its farm from Mr. Carel for a price of $19,000.00. On
March 20, the monastic chapter approved a loan for the construction of a gymnasium,
powerhouse, chimney, and addion to the west wing. Negotiations were in progress
for the purchase of the Dihl Farm, south of the Abbey's property. The purchase
was made in 1925.