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The 1912 Cadillac, equipped with self-starter, is the central exhibit in Deeds Barn.
Deeds Barn is symbolic of one of the most important developments in the automotive field. It was here that the modern ignition system for automobiles and the self-starter were born and the foundation laid for one of Dayton’s most important industries. The barn itself and one of the 1912 Cadillac cars, first to be commercially equipped with a self-starter, represent this important invention. Also included in the barn are several other exhibits which should be of interest to any visitor and most certainly to every Daytonian.
The original Deeds Barn was erected at 319 Central Avenue, Dayton. An exact replica stands in Carillon Park.
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