 Ground was broken in June 1905 , the cornerstone was laid in September , and the new building was dedicated by then @-@ rabbi Dr. H. Veld on September 9 , 1906 , in time for High Holy Day services to be held there that year . The actual cost of construction was around $ 60 @,@ 000 ( today $ 1 @,@ 580 @,@ 000 ) , of which $ 35 @,@ 000 ( today $ 920 @,@ 000 ) was raised through sale of seats and donations , and the rest via a mortgage . The improved premises attracted many new members . 
