The Paper of Miami County - June 16, 2021 Issue

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By Michelle Boswell mboswell@thepaperofmiami.com

Circus City Festival, Inc. ,is one month away from the big show. The big show being the performances, downtown festival, and parade.

July 16-24, the Peru Circus will have shows daily and the downtown festival will begin Monday, July 19. The festival which includes rides, food booths and merchandise will be available for the public to enjoy through the end of the evening, Saturday, July 24. There are still a few spots available for booths. Those interested can contact the circus to get details and an application.

Parade day, which is always the last Saturday of the festival, begins at 10 a.m. in downtown Peru where thousands of people line the parade route that begins at Wayne and East Main Streets and ends at South Broadway and East Canal Streets. CCFI’s parade is the second largest parade in the state of Indiana, right behind the Indianapolis 500 parade.

Officials have been planning this festival for more than a year. Last year was the first year in its over 60-year history the festival did not happen.

COVID-19 took hold of the community like all other communities across the country, and it was impossible to have the traditional shows, festival, and parade.

Since March, the performers have been going to the circus building to perfect their routines and are ready to bring joy, laughter, and amazement back into Miami County.

“The Show Must Go On” has been the common thread used at the circus since practices began and was used as their hashtag during a recent Facebook fundraiser. And go on it will.

Tickets are now on sale at the circus building, 154 North Broadway. You can call the circus at 765-472-3918 or go to their Facebook Page, Peru Circus City Festival and it will direct you as to how you can purchase tickets.

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Penelope Hagan, 13, practices the Spanish Web routine for the upcoming circus performances July 16-24.

Hagan is the youngest web girl in the group. Photo by Michelle Boswell

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Police Reports Miami County Sheriff ’s Department

June 7

Disorderly conduct was reported at Thule Court and March Streets, Peru.

A traffic accident with damage was reported at 4111 W Logansport Road, Peru.

A car vs. deer crash was reported at 362 E Sixth St, Peru. No injuries were reported.

A caller at 1302

diagnosed with mental delays. Juvenile was transported to the hospital for injuries and mental evaluation.

June 8 Officers at N A vehicle fire oc- Lincoln St. and curred at Logans- Shaw Ave, Old port Road and U.S. Randall School, Peru assisted 31, Peru.

Officers reState Police with a trespasser. This sponded to the area of 2943 W 300 was unable to be S, Willow Springs located.

Mobile Home A suspicious Park, Lot 7, Peru person or vehicle in reference to an was reported at incorrigible juve- 2089 W River Road, Peru. This nile. Lifeline counselor was on was checked okay.

A suspicious scene. Juvenile is nile was reported at 5851 S U.S. 31, Cedar Creek Mobile Home Park, Lot 21, Peru.

N Meridian Road, Peru reported identity deception. Unauthorized account transfer for unemployment benefits.

A traffic accident with damage was reported at E 1000 N and N St. Road 19, Denver.

A suspicious package or item was reported near 2922 E 1400 N, Macy.

A tree fell into a roadway at N 400 E and E 1400 N, Roann.

Assault was reported at 1982 W St. Road 18, Kokomo.

A traffic accident with injuries was reported at N U.S. 31 and W 800 N, Denver. This was handled by Indiana State Police.

A runaway juve-

package or item was reported near N Carrol St. and W Second St, Mexico.

Deputies at 269 S Meadowview Dr, Blair Ridge, Healthcare Side, Peru, in reference to a possible battery. This is an ongoing investigation.

A juvenile problem was reported at 1539 W 600 S, King’s Court Mobile Home Park, Lot 19, Peru.

An unwanted guest was reported at 2725

Capehart St, Peru.

A suspicious package or item was reported near 1729 N Foreman Dr, Village Pantry, Peru.

June 11 Deputies responded to a car vs parked vehicle on E Washington St. and S Center St, Bunker Hill. A 2015 Cadillac owned by Alex Burrus was parked and struck by a 2008 Lincoln owned by Suzanne See Police, Page 6

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Indiana as a meat inspector.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary R. Hill (Dague) on November 8, 2020, a son Stephen L. Hill in December 2006, and siblings Guy Hill Jr., Esther Worl, and Betty Mahoney.

Survivors include his children Robert L. Hill (Nancy) of St. Thomas, Ontario, Canada, and Suzanne Ahnert (fiancé Michael Downing) of Rochester, Indiana; as well as grandchildren Christi R. Sanders (Nathan) of Fort

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Evan Lee Williams, 13

Billie L. Hill, 94 Billie L. Hill went to his heavenly home on June 3, 2021, at Golden Living Center in Kokomo, Indiana.

He was born in Akron, Indiana, July 30, 1926, the son of Guy and Faudeline (Geiger) Hill. He married Mary Ruth Dague in May of 1949.

Billie loved the Lord and served Him faithfully. He was a member of Peru First Assembly of God. He served his country in WWII in the United State Army 108th Infantry, from Sept. 14, 1944, to June 15, 1947, serving in the Pacific Arena and was deployed to Australia, Philippines, Borneo, Japan, and South Korea.

Billie and his brother, Guy Jr., owned and operated Hill’s Farmers Market from 1962 to 1972. After that, he worked for the State of

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Wayne, and Ashley Covault (Chuck) of Rochester, Minnesota; great-grandchildren Natalia, Dominick, and Tara; and brother Dick Hill of Tampa, Florida.

Visitation was held from Noon to 2 p.m.

Sunday, June 13, 2021, at Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home, 105 West Third Street, Peru, Indiana. The funeral service followed at 2 p.m., with pastor John Goble officiating. Military service was provided by the Miami County Military Rites Team.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Miami County Military Rites Team.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home. Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.FlowersLeedyAllen.com.

Beloved son, loved brother, and great child with a heart of gold, Evan Lee Williams, 13, of Peru passed away at 5:42 p.m., Monday, June 7, 2021, at his residence.

Evan was born on Jan. 6, 2008, the son of Adam and Jessie Williams.

Evan was a student at Maconaquah Middle School. He thoroughly enjoyed sports, especially baseball and playing video games.

Evan loved his cat J.P. He is survived by his father Adam Williams and his fiancé Andrea Graham of Kokomo, his mother Jessie and her husband Clinton Stapleton of Peru, a brother Aiden P. Williams of Peru; paternal grandparents

Stephen (Candace) Williams of Galveston and Nanette (Dennis) Orpurt of Peru; paternal great grandfather J. Robert Williams of Peru; maternal grandmother Pamela Hendrix and her fiancé Dave Tharp of Peru; maternal great grandparents Patricia and Larry LeCrone of Peru; uncles Michael (Susana) Williams of Peru and Seth

Williams of Peru; and aunts Jackie (Dean) Fryer of Texas and Jadia Hendrix of Peru.

A service celebrating the life of Evan Lee Williams will be held at the Abundant Life Church, 105 S. Benton St., Peru at 11 a.m., Saturday June 19, 2021, with pastor Matt Hartke officiating.

Burial will be in the St. John’s Lutheran Cemetery. Family and friends will gather at the Eikenberry-Eddy Funeral Home, 84 W. Main St., Peru, Indiana, from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m., Friday, June 18, 2021.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Eikenberry-Eddy Funeral Home.

Virginia Rose Lowe, 96 Virginia Rose Lowe passed away at 10:10 a.m. Thursday, June 10, 2021.

She was born on June 26, 1924, in Miami County to Edwin Bernard Reuter, deceased, and Alma Merle (Rockenbaugh) Reuter, who died when Virginia was 2. She graduated from Peru High School in 1942. After graduation, she went to work at a garment factory in South Bend before getting married to Glen Eldon Lowe, deceased.

They were married for 71 years by Rev. Thomas Shively at the Shively home in Nead, Indiana.

She belonged to the Pipe Creek Church of the Brethren, and later went to the Peru Church of the Brethren.

Virginia was a homemaker and loved making flower beds and doing a lot of canning and crocheting. Also, she enjoyed traveling to the

ginia has 9 grandchildren: Jeff (Kim) Lowe, Aaron (Earlene) Masi, Bryan Lowe, Michelle (Chris) Dwyer, Anthony (Anna) Tucker, David Tucker, Jennifer (Nicholas) Musser, Janet Lowe, and Jason Lowe.

She is survived by 14 great-grandchildren and 5 great-great-grandchildren.

Grand Canyon and Visitation was held Bryce and Zion National from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Parks. She and her hus- Monday, June 14, 2021, at band were taken to Flowers-Leedy Funeral Washington DC where Home, 105 West Third they had their picture Street, Peru, Indiana. taken in front of the The funeral service folWhite House. Also, they lowed at 1 p.m., with were taken to Gatlingrandson Anthony burg and the Grand Ole Tucker officiating. BurOpry for their 50th wed- ial took place at Everding anniversary by Rest Memorial Park in their daughter KatherLogansport, Indiana. ine and her husband Arrangements have Herman. been entrusted to FlowShe is survived by ers-Leedy Funeral four children: Larry Home. Family and (Jerilyn) Lowe, David friends may sign the on(Mary) Lowe, Katherine line guestbook at (Herman) Tucker, and www.FlowerRon (Sue) Lowe. VirsLeedyAllen.com.

A recent thunderstorm rolled through Miami County showering local gardens and fields. Photo by Michelle Boswell

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Anniversary

Peru Public Library announces Summer Reading program

Laudenschlagers celebrate 60 years Ronald and Nancy (VanGilder) Laudenschlager of Peru will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary on June 25.

They were wed in Hayesville, Ohio, by Dr. Rev. Richard Gottier.

They are the parents of Dave and Di (Wellington), Walton; Mark and Anita (Engel), Peru; James (deceased) and Shirley (Stout), Kokomo; Ruth and Troy (Caldwell), Kokomo; Dan and Carmen (Ferguson), Fishers.

They also have 11 grandchildren with five married, one engaged and eight great-grandchildren with another on the way.

Ronald and Nancy (VanGilder) Laudenschlager Mr. Laudenschlager is a retired elementary school teacher from Wabash City Schools and from pastoring several Indiana First Brethren churches.

Mrs. Laudenschlager worked

seven years as a secretary to the Ashland County School superintendent, and retired as Wabash County Deputy Auditor.

A family celebration took place at their home on May 30. An open

house will take place in early August in Ashland, Ohio, with Mrs. Laudenschlager’s sister and her husband, who will also be celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary.

The Peru Public Library’s annual Summer Reading Program has begun.

This year’s theme is “Tails and Tales” and will be focusing on community pets.

The Summer Reading Program is open to all ages, from in-

fants to adults. You may register at peruin.beanstack.org.

If you need help registering, contact the library at 765-4733069.

During the reading program, any books can be read. The books read do not

have to be library books. The time you spending reading will help participants earn prizes, and can be picked up at the library. No library card is required to participate in this program.

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Cole Porter Festival huge hit

Dr. Jason Gornto accompanied Kati Roberts during a performance at the Miami County Museum on Saturday, June 12. There were three performances at the museum, each at full capcity like many of the other activities that took place during the festival. Photo by Michelle Boswell

A hot day for hot auto, bike show

Under a blue sky and high temperatures, spectators took to Canal Street near the Peru Fire Station to see the Auto, Bike show on Sunday, June 13. The show was organized to honor men and women in

uniform who serve the community on various levels of service.

Photos by Michelle Boswell

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Police Reeves of Walton.

The suspected driver denies she was the driver. This case is under investigation.

Linda Abbott of 2904 Travis St, Peru reported to officers someone stealing her prescription medicine she had in her purse. She was out of town and visiting friends when she noticed her medicine bottle she kept in her purse was empty.

The last time the medicine was seen was the previous day at around 3 p.m. One bottle contained approximately 14 Clonazepam .5 mg prescribed by Dr. Reddy and filled on May 19th. 60 pills were given. The other contained approximately 48 Alprazolam .5 mg prescribed by Dr. Connie Robbinet, filled on May 28th.

90 pills were given.

The homeowner reported there have been several juveniles in the residence over the last few days. It is unknown who could have taken the medicine at this current time.

A female refused to leave a property at 2714 Capehart St, Peru. The property owner informed deputies the female was not welcome on the property and asked to have her ordered to leave.

The female was ordered to leave the residence, but she refused. The female was arrested for trespassing.

Officers responded to the area of 5478 S 400 W, Peru for a minor property damage crash. No injuries were reported. A local crash report was submitted.

Invasion of privacy was reported at 415 Cherokee Court, Peru.

June 12 A stabbing was reported at 1418 Eglin Ave, Peru.

A building check was conducted at 5041 S 200 W, Peru.

continued from Page 2 A complainant at 68 S Yorick St, Denver reported her stepson, Thomas Hiles, had her flatbed trailer. She wanted it returned.

Officers spoke with Hiles and advised him it was registered to her, and he needed to return it.

He said he would do it that evening.

A traffic accident with injuries was reported at S U.S. 31 and S Bus. 31, Peru.

An animal problem was reported at 6665 S U.S. 31, Peru.

An unwanted guest was reported at 27 S Lincoln St, Countryside Mobile Home Park, Lot 28, Bunker Hill.

Officers at Mississinewa Reservoir, Boat Ramp, Peru responded in reference to a crash in the parking lot.

No injuries were reported. A state crash report was submitted.

An animal problem was reported at 8601 N Union City Road, Denver.

Peru Police Department June 4 Injured person at W Seventh and N Fremont Streets, Peru. Officer assisted EMS with a female that fell from a motorized

skateboard and struck her head on the road. The female was transported to Dukes Hospital by ambulance.

An intoxicated male juvenile was depressed and wanted help. Officer arrived, and a Four County Crisis Team was contacted.

June 5 June 8 Possible shots fired at 2964 W 100 N; Gallahan’s Truck Stop, Peru. A report of shots being fired into the air, in the area of a business. Officers checked the area and were unable to locate any problems or witnesses.

June 6 Welfare Check at N Benton and East Sixth Streets, Peru.

A report of juveniles playing on the railroad tracks. Located two 10 yr olds who admitted to being on the tracks.

They were warned to not be back on railroad property.

June 7 While on duty, Miami County Central Dispatch advised of a 911 hang up at 401 N Broadway, Peru High School. Officers disregarded this call.

Welfare Check at 425 W Main Street; IVY Tech Community College, Peru.

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An unwanted guest was reported at 318 W Main Street; What a Wash Carwash, Peru.

Fireworks at 21 Jean Ave., Apt. A, Peru. Confirmed fireworks. While on the call, the male who advised he lit the firework was taken into custody for a Miami County warrant.

damaged a total of three vehicles.

Charges are pending with juvenile probation.

A suicidal subject was reported near 312 W Second Street. The subject was taken to Dukes Hospital by EMS. Assistance was given.

Wanted Person at 215 S Broadway, Peru. Express Food Market, Peru. An officer observed a male subject exit a

vehicle at the Marathon Gas Station. The officer believed this male to have an active warrant out of Miami County. The officer confirmed it with dispatch. The officer then transported the male to the Miami County Jail without incident. Once there, the officer read his warrant aloud. It should be noted that the officer was on his way to the police department when he encoun-

Controlled substance problem was reported near 154 S. Wabash Street; Maennerchor, Peru.

A report of a syringe and a pipe in the area. Officer arrived and took possession of the items. The items were later destroyed. Assistance was given.

June 10 Criminal mischief at 403 E Third Street, Peru. A report of a group of juveniles damaging vehicles in the area. Two juveniles were found to have

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tered this subject, so he did not yet have by body-worn camera with him.

June 11 Domestic Disturbance at 21 Jean Ave; Apt. B, Peru. A report was called in of a domestic altercation. The participants would not cooperate. Verbal argument only.

Fire Alarm at 935 W Main Street; See Report, Page 7

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Midwest Eye Consultants. The fire alarm checked okay.

Traffic Stop at E Washington Ave. & N Broadway, Peru.

A summons for driving while suspended-prior and failure to dim bright lights.

Report taken for possible theft at 520 W Seventh Street.

A report of suspicious people in a private yard at 215 W 12th. Unable to locate.

Citizen assisted at the Peru Police Department. Citizen had questions regarding his father's will.

Citizen Assist at 286 W Main Street, Peru. Customer dispute over pre-payment of gas in amount of $3. Complainant was advised to wait 48 hours per gas station for credit to be re-applied to account.

Parking problem at 563 W Sixth Street, Peru. A vehicle was parked in the street. The owner was located

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and she moved it upon request.

Alarm at 1000 N Broadway; Miami Medical Clinic, Peru. A business alarm was sounding. The building checked secure and it did not appear anyone was inside.

The keyholder declined to respond.

Officers advised dispatch, and they stated they would communicate that with the KPD officer.

Traffic Stop at W Main and N Cass Streets, Peru. A written warning was given for driving 38 mph in a 25 mph zone.

Property damage accident was reported at 824 N Broadway; Dairy Queen, Peru.

Traffic Stop at N Cass and West Main Streets, Peru. A verbal warning was given for speeding.

Agency Assistance at 150 W Warrant Street; Lot 7, Peru.

Officer attempted to locate a female subject for Kokomo Police Department.

The address provided had no trailer on the lot anymore.

Lockout at 75 N Broadway; Korner Lounge. Unlocked a black Lexus.

Invasion of Privacy at 203 E Second Street, Peru. Complaint of ongoing harassment.

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On the table...

By Laura Kurella We can all benefit from adding something uplifting to our day, and there’s no better occasion to do so than on Father’s Day! Looking to find festive flavors to help us add a little extra oomph, I found myself recalling my father’s love for fishing, and the amazing taste of the fresh fish he would bring us to feast on!

Although my father did not live long enough to experience the surging American fish taco trend, I’m sure that given this dish’s remarkable flavor he would have surely dug right in!

While many of us are only now learning about the simple virtues of this fabulously-flavored, easy-toeat handheld fish treat, the act of sticking a fish into a taco is believed to date back thousands of years to the indigenous North American people who likely wrapped their catch into selfmade, stoneground-corn shells.

The act of wrapping fish in tortillas has undoubtedly been going on along coastal shores for a very long time, today’s more

Father’s Day Fish Tacos! flavorful fish taco has become so popular that it’s recipe has grown its own “legs” enabling it to migrate inland.

With its modern recipe believed to originate in Baja California, and consisting of a batter-fried fish in a warm corn tortilla slapped with a spoonful of slaw or salsa, a dab of sauce and a spritz of fresh lime, as the recipe began to migrate, the method for making it, and its ingredients, migrated too!

One big alternative pulled the fish out of the frying pan and onto the grill. This heart-friendly version does make the fish taco more healthful, but it does tend to reduce flavor too, so it’s a good idea to add a blast of a healthy fat, such as an organic premium olive oil, to return the flavor of fat, but in a way that is healthier for you.

Slaws can vary greatly too, with some adding a spicy element, adding it separately, or omitting altogether, too.

On the fly you can simply use frozen battered cod fillets, and a bag of Taylor’s Kale Slaw kit

Make the day more festive, uplifting, and flavorful by serving up fish tacos on Father’s Day! Stylist & Photographer: Laura Kurella

with poppyseed dressing. I heat the dressing to give the slaw a quick wilt, then chill it in the fridge while the fillets cook, and reserve the seed packet from the slaw for another use.

For those looking to add even more flavor, here are two more festive ways to add the uplifting zip of fish tacos to your Father’s Day. Enjoy!

Baja-Fish Tacos Total Time: 45 minutes. Yield: 6 tacos SLAW 1/2 head green cabbage, finely shredded 1/2 medium red onion, small diced 2 roma tomatoes, diced

1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped 1 small jalapeño, diced 2 tablespoons lime juice unrefined sea salt, to taste FISH 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon old bay seasoning 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1 cup lager beer oil for frying 1 pound cod, cut into 1-inch wide strips SAUCE 2 medium avocados 1 cup sour cream 1/4 cup lime juice unrefined sea salt, to taste 12 corn tortillas, warmed radish, thinly sliced (optional) To make slaw: Combine all slaw ingredi-

ents in a large bowl. Toss well, then set aside.

To make fish: In a large bowl, combine flour, Old Bay, and baking powder.

Add beer and whisk until smooth. Let sit for 15 minutes.

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot until it reaches 350 degrees. Coat fish in batter, then transfer to oil and fry until golden and cooked through, 5-7 minutes.

Drain fish on a wire rack set over a baking sheet lined with paper towels.

To make the avocado cream sauce: In a blender or food processor combine avocados, sour cream, lime juice then blend until smooth.

To assemble: Stack two warmed taco shells, add a bit of cabbage slaw, top with a piece of fish, drizzle with sauce the top with sliced radish, if using.

Feisty Grilled Fish Tacos Total time: 40 minutes. Yield: 6 servings.

2 cups cooked corn kernels 1/2 cup diced red onion 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped 1 lime, juiced and zested 2 tablespoons cayenne pepper, or to taste 1 tablespoon ground black pepper 2 tablespoons salt, or to taste 6 white fish fillets

2 tablespoons olive oil 12 corn tortillas, warmed 2 tablespoons sour cream, or to taste Preheat grill to 400 degrees.

In a medium bowl combine corn, red onion, red bell pepper, and cilantro.

Stir in lime juice and zest.

In a small bowl, combine cayenne pepper, ground black pepper, and salt.

Brush each fillet with olive oil, and sprinkle with spices to taste.

Arrange fillets on grill, and cook for 3 minutes per side. To assemble: Stack two tortillas then top with fish, sour cream, and corn salsa.