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In [[1906]], Knowles arranged the construction of another building on South [[Palafox Street]]. The [[First National Bank Building]], built in neo-Grecian style with rows of Ionic white marble columns, was completed on [[May 23]], [[1908]].
Knowles sold his interest in [[1909]], and [[W. William K. Hyer, Jr.]] became president. Control changed hands again two years later, with Brent and Knowles coming out of retirement to become president and vice-president, respectively.
A report released on [[December 1]], [[1912]] stated the bank's earnings since its establishment in [[1880]] at $1,114,671.