Automobiles and pedestrians in front of the Twin City Repair Shop, circa 1910; Source: Ontario Hydro, Photography Section, Graphic Dept., Information Div. Neg. No.: F716, Date: [blank], courtesy of Kitchener Public Library Archives
The first automobile was purchased by Managers, Herbert and Lucy Martin, in 1917. The Board of Management for the House of Industry and Refuge provided $100.00 towards expenses of the automobile. The introduction to cars came in the late 19th to early 20th century around the world. Berlin was one of the first producers of the first Canadian gasoline-powered car, the LeRoy, at the
LeRoy Manufacturing Co. of Berlin.
The upkeep for the car was paid to to the keeper annually in addition to his salary. It is unclear what kind of vehicle was purchased for the House managers.
