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Van Baalen family, legacy a strong foundation in Miami County By Michelle Boswell mboswell@thepaperofmiami.com Legacies are traditions laced together with true grit and hard work. The Van Baalen legacy is proof of what commitment and determination will do to build a strong line of leaders in a community. In 1910, Philip Van Baalen and his wife, Rosella, opened the Van Baalen grocery store at 600 Chili Avenue in Peru. The building still stands just like the tradition of Van Baalen businesses that have continued for 110 years and counting. Dave Van Baalen is the third generation in his family to be a business owner. But that isn’t the only part of the legacy that has been passed down from one generation to the next. “During the Depression, great-grandfather fed half of Oakdale and put it on credit. He didn’t want anyone to go hungry,” said Van Baalen. Giving back to the community was at the heart of the family. His great-grandfather wasn’t the only one who had a giving heart. Van Baalen said he has heard many stories about his father giving shoes to people who needed them. “He treated people right,” he said. Dave’s father, Philip Van Baalen, was born in Columbus, Ohio, but was raised in Logansport. He graduated from Logansport High School in 1955 with Dave’s mother, Nelda. His father worked at Senger’s Dry Goods when he graduated high school and then went to work for Schiff Shoes. That decision eventually moved the family to Marion, Ohio. Dave’s older brother, Jeff, was born in Logansport, Indiana, his sister, Tammy, in Peru, Dave in Indianapolis, Indiana, and Phil in Columbus, Ohio. The family moved back to Peru in 1970 and Van’s Sports and Family Shoes opened at 18 North Broadway in 1972. When Van’s first opened, Nelda worked in the kitchen at Peru High School. As the business grew, Nelda went to work at Van’s handling the bookwork. “My mom was always in the back. Nobody interacted with her. She paid the bills and took care of the paperwork. Dad was out front,” he said. Little did Dave know, someday he would marry a gal who had the same kind of dedication his mother had to the Van Baalen businesses while maintaining a low profile. “All the family worked there. Snow days, holidays we went to work. No spring breaks. We worked. By the time I was in my early teens, I was easily working 40 to 50 hours a week while going to school,” he said. Van Baalen said he began working at the family store when he was 12. “It was old-school retail. There was a certain way to address people. You worked your way up. I was the back-room guy. I took out the trash, I worked behind the scenes,” he said. Van Baalen worked alongside his siblings and their father. He said he used to work downstairs hot-pressing letters to physical education uniforms. Back in the day, students were required to wear PE uniforms and Van’s store provided uniforms for up to 52 schools in and around the Miami County area. “I worked downstairs, and I felt like I was there forever,” Van Baalen said with a chuckle. “There were no child labor laws then. Dad was a worka-
Two members of the Van Baalen family stand outside the Van Baalen Grocery store, located at 600 Chili Avenue, Peru. The store opened in 1910.
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North Miami and Maconaquah graduation photos, Page 6. Ann Gallahan turns 100, Page 7.
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Mobie Food Pantry available July 15
North Miami FFA to sell sweet corn North Miami FFA students will be selling sweet corn at the Casey’s store on the northside of Peru July 18.
The corn was grown in Peru organically without herbicides or insecticides. The funds raised are for the boy’s SAE project.
The group is taking orders before they open on Saturday. Contact your local FFA student to preorder the corn.
Junior Achievement of Miami County to host golf classic Junior Achievement of Miami County will be hosting a golf classic on Friday, July 17 at the Peru Municipal Golf Course, 1863 Strawtown Pike, Peru. Registration is at 8:30 a.m. with a shotgun beginning at 9 a.m. The entry fee and sponsor opportunities are as follows: $200 for a four-person team (entry fee); $50 for an individual
golfer entry; $20 for a mulligan packet; $300 for a corporate sponsor (included team entry); $100 for hole sponsor and $50 to be a cart sponsor. Registering a team can be done online at https://secure.qgiv.co m/for/mcgo. Registration and sponsorship is due by July 10. The organizers of the event ask that everyone consider
helping to support the students of Miami County who participate in the Junior Achievement program.
The Mobile Food Pantry will be at Parkview United Methodist Church , State Road 19, Peru, today, Wednesday, July 15 at 11 a.m. This is a drive-thru distribution and no one should arrive before 10:30 a.m. The pantry is sponsored this week by Bauer Family Resources.
Peru Municipal Airport Open House July 25 The Peru Municipal Airport, 1635 N 400 W, Peru, will be hosting an open house on Saturday, July 25 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Airplane rides are being
offered for $15 per person. There will also be an exhibit of the American Huey 369.
Circus Hall of Fame hosting performances The InternationalCircus Hall of Fame is hosting the All American Circus. Performances will be Thrsday, July 16, Friday, July 17 and Saturday July 18th. All necessary precautions will be tken for everyone’s safety. For more information, call 800771-0241.
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Obituaries David T. Spencer, 61 David T. Spencer, 61, passed away July 4, 202,0 at Sugar Creek Nursing Facility in Greenfield, Indiana, at 4:50 a.m., with his daughter by his side. David was born Sept. 9, 1958, in Coldwater, Michigan, to Inez and Thadis Spencer. He loved Nascar racing and football - especially the Colts. But most of all, he loved his grandchildren. David is survived by his daughter Jessica (Gary) White of Bunker Hill, sons Jeremiah (Jessica) Spencer of Peru, and David Spencer Jr. of Indi-
anapolis, and grandchildren Taylor, Jaylah, Payton, Kaylie, Brandt, Braelyn and Amaya. He was preceded in death by his precious parents,
Herbert Leroy Lawrence Jr., 95 Thadis and Inez Spencer. Visitation was held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, July 10, 2020, at Allen Funeral Home, 136 South Elm Street, Bunker Hill, Indiana. The funeral service followed at 1 p.m., with pastor Arthur Jennings officiating. Burial took place at Ever-Rest Memorial Park in Logansport, Indiana. Arrangements have been entrusted to Allen Funeral Home. Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.FlowersLeedyAllen.com.
Kathy L. Ribble, 59 Kathy L. Ribble, 59, of Marion, passed away Wednesday, July 8, 2020, at her residence. She was born in Peru Sept. 28, 1960, to Don and Kitty (Boyer) Ribble. She enjoyed reading, crafts, making picture collages and loved her dogs. She is survived by her parents, as well as her children: D.J. Kunkle (Stacie) of Peru, and Kassy Duncan (Jairus Burt) of Peru; as well as her grandchildren: Lauren Duncan, Abby Duncan and Blakely Kunkle.
Also surviving are brother Danny Ribble (Trudy) of Peru, and sister Kristy Cox (Mike) of
Peru. Visitation was held from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, July 12, 2020, at Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home, 105 West Third Street, Peru, Indiana. The funeral service followed at 4 p.m., with pastor Vince Darland officiating. Arrangements have been entrusted to Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home. Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.FlowersLeedyAllen.com.
Charles Franklin Berkheiser, 75
Charles Franklin Berkheiser, 75, of Peru, passed away Friday, July 10, 2020. He was born in Peru Feb. 18, 1945, to Joseph and Alice Berkheiser. Charles graduated from North Miami High School in 1963. He married Sharon Edwards July 3, 1971. He worked 45 years at Square D in Peru. As of late, Charles liked to knit hats, and bake pecan and sugar cream pies. He is survived by his sons Brett, Bryan and Craig (Lorina). Also surviving are his grandkids Gabrial, Jacob, Grayson, Savannah, Joseph, Jeremiah, Jocelynn, Jaelynn
Terry Max Alley, 80, of Peru, passed away at 8:31 p.m. Friday, May 8, 2020, at his home. A Memorial Service was held at 10 a.m., Saturday, July 11, 2020, at First Bap-
and James; as well as three brothers, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, brother, nieces, nephew and father-in-law. Visitation will be held from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 15, 2020,
at Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home, 105 West Third Street, Peru, Indiana. Funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 16, 2020, at McGrawsville Community Church, with pastor Bob Land officiating. Burial will take place at Rankin Cemetery, Miami County, Indiana. Memorial contributions may be made to the Buddy Bags program at McGrawsville Community Church. Arrangements have been entrusted to Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home. Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.FlowersLeedyAllen.com.
Terry Max Alley, 80 tist Church, 53 E. Main St., Peru. Arrangements were entrusted to the EikenberryEddy Funeral Home, Peru.
Family and friends may leave a memory or message of condolence by visiting the online obituary at www.eddyfuneralhomes.com.
Herbert Leroy Lawrence Jr., 95, passed away peacefully, in North Manchester, Indiana, July 10, 2020. Herb was born Aug. 7, 1924, in Peru, Indiana, where he lived most of his life. A member of America’s Greatest Generation, during his senior year at Peru High School, Herb was called away to serve his country in World War II. He was a pharmacist’s mate for the U.S. Navy from 1943 to 1946. While overseas, he served on the USS Antietam in Saipan, China, Guam and Japan. His military decorations include the WWII Victory Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, The American Area Service Ribbon and the Asiatic Pacific Ribbon. When he returned home, Herb earned his barber’s license and later went on to own his own shop, Herb's Barber Shop, a fixture on East Sixth street in Peru until his retirement in 1984. He married his wife, Mary Margaret Lawrence (Stewart), Peru, on Christmas Day in 1949. They had two daughters, three granddaughters and five great grandchildren and enjoyed 70 loving years to-
gether. He was a devoted father and loving grandparent. A man of great faith and integrity, Herb was an active, life-long member of the Peru Church of the Brethren. He was a lover of antiques, old homes and refinishing furniture. He never knew a stranger and because of his time serving the community as a barber, his family often joked that he couldn’t go anywhere in town without stopping to chat with someone he knew. Many will remember Herb as a great neighbor, friend and family member - always willing to lend a hand. Herb is survived by his two daughters, Lynn (the late Rick) Truitt and Lesa (David) Noonan; his grandchildren, Angela (Chris) Lawson, Maggie (Neal) Young, and Molly
(Jared) Zentz; his greatgrandchildren, Kylee and Kaiden Lawson and Brooks, Finley and Sloane Young; and his brother David (Debbie) Lawrence. Herb was preceded in death by his parents, Herbert Sr. and Grace Lawrence; his siblings, Leonard (Lois) Lawrence, Wilma (Charles) Bender and Janice Lawrence; and his son-in-law, Rick Truitt. A Memorial Service, celebrating the life of Herbert L. Lawrence, Jr., will be held at 2 p.m., Aug. 7, 2020, at Peru Church of the Brethren with pastor Phillip Troxell officiating. Burial to follow at Mount Hope Cemetery with Military Honors provided by members of the Miami County Military Rites Unit. Family and friends will gather from 1 to 2 p.m., prior to the service at the church Friday. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made through the Eikenberry-Eddy Funeral Home to the Peru Church of the Brethren. Family and friends may leave a memory or message of condolence by visiting the online obituary at www.eddyfuneralhomes.com.
Richard (Dick) Brown, 80 Richard (Dick) Brown, 80, of Peru, Indiana, went to his heavenly home Sunday, July 12, 2020. Dick was born in Barnesville, Ohio, Oct. 3, 1939, to Hazel (Hayes) and Lee Brown. He graduated from Barnesville High School and spent the majority of his life in various parts of Ohio before relocating to Peru, Indiana. He retired from Darby Homes in 2002 where he was a carpenter. Dick loved the Lord and enjoyed fishing, reading, watching old Westerns and football. He was a big fan of The Ohio State Buckeyes. He married Betty "Orem" Brown in 1966. She preceded him in death Dec. 4, 2011. Surviving family include a son, Doug (Lori)
Hazlett, a daughter Robin Oliver, his grandchildren Natasha Hazlett, Nolan (Darcey) Hazlett, Clint Hazlett, Sarah (Joshua) Martin, Randi (Joshua) Roloff, Ariana (Nathan) Ragsdale and 11 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by sisters-inlaw Diana LeVette, Marjorie Orem, Carolyn Orem, Mara Workentine
and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, loving wife of 45 years, sister Deloris Brown, great-grandson Tucker Ragsdale and many brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law. Per his wishes, there will be a memorial service in his honor at 1p.m. Friday, July 17, 2020, at Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home, 105 West Third Street, Peru, Indiana, with pastor Rod Correll officiating. Military service will be provided by 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.
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Van Baalen holic. It was seven days a week. All work or die. He had four kids. That’s what he did,” he explained. Van Baalen learned how to be a businessman from his father. He believes he knew his entire life that he wanted to be in business. “I was a businessman in training. I mowed grass and worked for my dad. When I graduated from high school, my dad bought another sporting goods store in Kokomo and I managed that store. Being a businessman came naturally because that’s all I knew. My dad never sat me down to learn. I learned from watching him. My dad gave me the tools to be successful. Not a bank account or an inheritance,” he shared. In October 1982, when Van Baalen was 22, he married Patricia “Trish” Baumiller, a girl he met when he was 16 and she was 15. She moved to Peru from Philadelphia because her father was with the C & O Railroad. She graduated from Peru High School with Van Baalen in 1979. When her family moved back to Philadelphia, she stayed in Peru. After graduation, Trish was working for the C & O Railroad and Dave continued to work for his dad. The girl who stole his heart would become the backbone of the many ventures the Van Baalens would take on through the years. The couple began a business together right after they were married. It was PDQ Screen Printing (Patricia and Dave Quality Screen Printing). The business was started in the back of the original Van’s building in downtown Peru. The front of the
Grand opening of Van’s Family Shoes in 1972. Dave Van Baalen is the young boy in front. building housed a bal- rank and position loon business. Dave possible through the continued to work for years. his father while runSometimes because ning the screen-printVan Baalen’s father ing business until he was so well respected decided to go full time and liked in the community, it made it difat PDQ screen printficult to be a ing. At that time, policeman. He said Dave’s father had some people liked to moved Van’s to a new remind him who his location north of the dad was and what a circus building in a great man he was. retail strip. The business was named Van’s Van Baalen said he was just trying to do Sports and Trophies. his job and enforce Because of his upthe law. bringing, being in Even though he was business came natuworking at the PPD, ral to Van Baalen but sometimes life throws Van Baalen and his wife continued to a curveball. open and run busiWith a laugh Van Baalen said, “My bud- nesses. Two years before dies got me into law Van Baalen retired enforcement. When I from the Peru Police worked in the Department, his faevenings at my printther, Phil, passed ing shop, some of my away. friends in the Peru “My dad was the Police Department most sound businesswould stop by to check on things. They man I ever knew. told me I should apply Some of it is from the era he grew up in. It to become an officer. was never important When I was interto him to make a lot viewed for the job, of money. He didn’t they asked how long I really know the difwould stay on the ference between makforce and I said five ing money and being years. I thought I a businessman. Becould work for the fore he died, we city for eight hours talked about those and work for myself crazy hours he for 10. Who knew I worked. He did it bewould love it and stay cause he had to. He there,” he said. didn’t go on vacaHe served in the tions. We had handPeru Police Departme-down clothes and ment from May 15, never thought we 1987, until he retired made it,” he said. AlJune 1, 2007. Van though his father Baalen held every passed away 15 years ago, his mother is still living. “My dad was the most sound busiAfter Van Baalen nessman I ever knew. Some of it is from finished his career in law enforcement in the era he grew up in. It was never im2007, he and his wife portant to him to make a lot of money. started and founded He didn’t really know the difference beBeef O’Brady’s in Peru. He is quick to tween making money and being a busitell anyone his wife is nessman. Before he died, we talked the one who ran the about those crazy hours he worked. He restaurant/sport bar. “She is my partner did it because he had to. He didn’t go on in everything. She is vacations. We had hand-me-down the glue that holds it clothes and never thought we made it.” all together,” he said. The Van Baalens owned it for 12 years Dave Van Baalen and then sold it. Beef O’Brady’s is one
continued from Page 1 of many business ventures the Van Baalens have taken on as a family. They have owned 6 Subways, the first one being in Monticello. When they decided to build one in Peru, they used the model from Monticello to design their building on North Broadway. They are also heavily involved with the Roxy Theatre. They owned Papa John’s, sold the business but kept the building. Riverview Funeral Home is one of their properties and they are partners with others concerning the ownership the TJ Phillips building on East Fifth Street. That building is to become a brewery, but the Van Baalens will
which helps the community grow. Some ventures do not always bring a return. When they were looking for people to invest in the Roxy, Van Baalen told potential investors that is was an investment in the community and to not expect a return. “A long time ago I stopped making business decisions on whether I made money. I spend time in development projects to help the community,” Van Baalen said. The future Miami County YMCA has been a project he has worked on along with others for nearly five years. There are many projects he has been involved in through the years but won’t talk about it. He
Van’s Sports & Family Shoes
not operate it. A group of people including the Van Baalens built student housing near Indiana University of Kokomo (IUK). Their business pattern is they own real estate and lease it to those who wouldn’t be able to build something or buy it on their own. That, Van Baalen says, is a way to give back to the community. It helps get people started in their own businesses
feels this is his way of helping but doesn’t want recognition for his contributions. A perfect example of how the Van Baalen’s influence has helped others is Beef O’Brady’s. The current owner started as a bartender and worked her way up. Now she owns the business. Not every community has that kind of opportunity for its people. That kind of growth in the community
only comes from those with vision and the guts to take a chance on a new idea or business. Van Baalen also likes to share his knowledge of business with others. He has been invited to schools to talk to students enrolled in business classes. Recently, the Van Baalens took on an unexpected project in downtown Peru. The Anglican Catholic Church of the Holy Trinity at 34 West Main Street, was going to be for sale. When Van Baalen was contacted about the building, he said he wasn’t really looking to buy a church. But his wife convinced him to go look at it and now they own the building. They are going through the tedious process of restoring the building back to its former glory. What the plans are for the building, Van Baalen says, he doesn’t know yet. The trick of this business is finding people to match the project and each project is different. One thing Van Baalen says he loves about this type of business (restoration) is that he loves old buildings. So, what does a man who usually has nearly half a dozen projects going on at one time while owning several Limited Liability Companies (LLC’s) do with any spare time? “I love being around my family and spending time with them. I like to go to Indianapolis Colts games. I go to watch a lot of sports. Very seldom do I miss a Peru High School game. I really like high school sports. Building businesses and doing business is all I ever really do,” he said. When Van Baalen was approached about publishing a story about his family, he was hesitant. “I never talk about myself. This is the
The last location of Van’s in Peru.
most extensive conversation I’ve had about myself, my family or the different facets of my life. I’m so private I couldn’t even think of what to say. I know I can’t hide my love for this community. This place has been so supportive of my family and the businesses. I feel like I have a debt to pay and I’ve always felt that way. I feel like I’m trying to pay back that debt,” said Van Baalen. When asked if he could go back in time and give himself advice for the future, he said, “Slow down. I go through life like my hair is on fire. You can say it’s drive but a lot of it is a blur. You wake up one day and wonder how you got there.” When asked about his feelings concerning his family’s legacy he said, “I’m proud as hell. To be honest, I think to myself, don’t screw it up. Don’t do something to embarrass the family name. They were just good people with a good reputation. I don’t want to do anything to screw it up.” Dave and Trish Van Baalen, while building businesses in Peru, were also busy building a family throughout the years. They have two sons, Ben, 21 and Joe who will be a senior at Peru High School this fall. Ben, who will be opening the new Taco John’s at 850 North Broadway, will be the fourth generation of Van Baalens to go into business. And so, begins the next chapter of the Van Baalen legacy.
This is the first part of a two-part series about the Van Baalen family. Next week will feature Ben Van Baalen, his thoughts about opening Taco John’s in Peru and his feelings about the legacy he is continuing in his family.
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Odd looking yet provocatively fragrant, going guava is one experience you won’t soon forget! Food stylist and photographer: Laura Kurella
Going Guava! By Laura Kurella
Guava Jelly Prep time: 5 minutes; Cook time: 45 minutes; Yield: I know it may sound strange, but the only reason I ever Approximately 12 ounces. had an interest in guava was because of a lyric I heard 3 cups guavas, peeled and chopped eons ago (as a teen) sung by Barbra Streisand. 3 cups water Many decades later, in a grocery store in North Car1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar olina of all places, my husband sighed, “My these 3/4 cup sugar guava are fragrant.” 2 limes, juiced “Guava?” I squawked. “Hmm, I’ve always wanted to 1 teaspoon natural, fine sea salt try them,” and so we did! In a medium saucepan, place all ingredients. Bring to Offering a taunting aroma that is tropically-teasing, a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 30 guava is strikingly fragrant, with a tropical-tangy taste minutes. Remove from heat and let cool. Pour mixture that is not only unmatched, but also sadly unnoticed. through a fine mesh sieve to separate out seeds. Using a Rich in calcium, magnesium, phosphorus and potaslarge spoon, press down on solids to release juices. sium, guava also boasts a good source of vitamin A, Return mixture back to saucepan and bring to a boil. and is well known as a booster for vision health, which Reduce heat to a simmer and let cook for 40 minutes or includes helping to slow down the appearance of until thickened. Remove from heat and let cool. Pour cataracts, macular degeneration, slow the deterioration into jars and refrigerate until use. of eyesight, and improve the overall health of the eyes. The leaves of guava can also help strengthen eye veins, Personal Guava Punch too. Prep time: 5 minutes; Yield: 1 serving. Loaded with B vitamins, B3 and B6, Vitamin B3 (also 1 guava, peeled known as niacin), guava can help increase blood flow, 1 tablespoon of grated ginger stimulate cognitive function of the brain, and also imJuice from two peeled oranges prove nerve function, and its high levels of potassium Juice of 1 lemon. and soluble fibers rate this fruit as one of the major Place all ingredients in a blender. Sweeten with honey, contributors to improved heart health! if desired, then serve. Containing a high amount of antioxidants, guava can help fight bacteria and other illnesses, increase immuGuava Daiquiri nity, improve skin issues, and help prevent the growth Prep time: 5 minutes; Yield: 4 servings of cancer cells, including reducing prostate cancer risk 2 ounces guava simple syrup (recipe below) and also inhibit the growth of breast cancer cells. 1/2 cup crushed ice The best way to utilize this fruit is to peel it with a 3 ripe bananas knife or a vegetable peeler. There are lots of tiny stone3 limes, juiced like pits, but it is so worth the palate pleasures this gem 8 ounces white rum brings to your plate! In a blender, add 2 ounces of guava simple syrup, Look for guava that is slightly firm under pressure. crushed ice, bananas, lime juice and rum. Blend until Light yellow color is the ripest fruit! smooth and serve immediately. Kicking myself for not hunting this fruit down decades sooner, I can tell you in hindsight that guava is Guava Simple Syrup: truly a treat and quite the pleasure to both smell and Prep time: 10 minutes; Cook time: 1 hour; Total time: 1 eat! hour, 10 minutes. Here now are some oh-so-aromatic-ways to get you 1-pound guava, ends removed and quartered going guava. Enjoy! 1/3 cup cane sugar Guava Jelly Place prepared guava in a large sauce pan, add just
enough water to cover fruit. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to a simmer. Cook until guava is very tender, about 30 minutes. Strain through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds and skin. Return to stove top and stir in sugar. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat. Let simmer for 30 minutes, or until reduced by half. Let cool. Bottle and store in refrigerator.
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Graduation day 2020
North Miami Warriors
Thomas Lane Valedictorian
The North Miami graduation ceremony was Sunday, July 12 at 2 p.m. on the Warrior Baseball field.
Gavin Dyson Salutatorian
2020
Maconaquah Braves
Logan Schultz Salutatorian
Janet Johnston Valedictorian
The Maconaquahgraduation ceremony was Saturday, July 11 at 10 a.m. at the Braves Football stadium. Cara Dawalt hugs her son, Carson Rexroad, after the graduation ceremony at the Maconaquah Football stadium. Photo by Dave Enyeart.
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Police reports Miami County Sheriff ’s Department July 6
A traffic stop was conducted near E Quaker Street and S 800 E, Amboy.
A suspicious package or item was reported at 2289 E St. Road. 18, Kokomo.
A traffic accident with damage was reported near W 1350 N and N U.S. 31, Macy.
A disabled vehicle was found near W 1250 N and N U.S. 31, Macy.
Assault was reported at 171 E Third St, Walnut Hill Mobile Home Park, Bunker Hill.
An animal problem was reported near E 550 N and N St. Road. 19, Peru.
Theft was reported at 3602 DOW St, Peru.
A suspicious person was reported at 6301 E 290 S, Peru, but they had left upon arrival.
A VIN check was conducted at 4252 W 200 N, Honeybear Hollow Campground, Peru. A domestic disturbance was reported at 303 S Yorick St, Denver. An agency assistance was requested near W 1100 S and S U.S. 31, Bunker Hill. A welfare check was requested near N U.S. 31 and W 800 N, Denver. A grass fire was put out near S U.S. 31 and W 1150 S, Bunker Hill. A traffic stop was conducted near W 400 S and S U.S. 31, Peru. A traffic stop was conducted near N Broadway Street and E Washington Avenue, Peru. An agency assistance was requested at 1025 Industrial Parkway, Electronite, Peru. A runaway juvenile was reported at 8392 S 450 E, Amboy, but was located before officers arrived.
A VIN check was conducted at 5031 S 500 W, Peru.
was resolved at 275 W 12th St, Dukes Hospital, Peru.
A traffic stop was conducted near W 500 S and S 500 W, Peru.
A citizen requested assistance at 8450 N 100 W, Denver.
A vehicle was blocking N U.S. 31 and W 800 N, Denver. The vehicle was pushed onto the shoulder.
A citizen requested assistance at 2661 S Bus. 31, Knights Inn, Peru.
A report of a semi possibly driving under the influence was reported near N 175 E and E U.S. 24, Peru, but did not violate any traffic laws and was disregarded. A citizen reported cracks in their foundation and drywall, supposedly from fireworks, at 10720 S 400 W, Bunker Hill. A tree was removed from the roadway at 1812 N 19, North of Peru. A verbal altercation was reported at 143 E 800 N, Denver. Both parties were separated for the evening. An animal problem was reported near W 400 N and N U.S. 31, Peru. A transport issue
Daniel Reed of 171 E Third St, Lot 13, Peru, was arrested for resisting law enforcement and possession of paraphernalia. Travis Griggs of 171 E Third St, Bunker Hill, was arrested for battery. Crystal Chadwell of 80 E Main St, Peru, was arrested for two counts of criminal mischief, and false information. Evan Beins of 106 W Sixth St, Peru, was arrested through a warrant from Noble County and failure to attend. July 7 Disorderly conduct was reported at 2051 W Matador St, Country Cottage Apartments, Apt. 13, Peru. See Police, page 8
Ann Gallahan, 100, was the center of attention at her birthday party on July 11 at the Peru Maennerchor. She had nearly 115 visitors to help her mark her 100th birthday. PIctured with her is her daughter, Tami Gallahan Tschiniak. Ann was born July 7, 1920. Photo by Sweet Pickins Studio.
Betty Brown celebrated her 93rd birthday on June 23. A drive-by birthday parade was organized for her special day. She is a life-long resident of Peru.
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www.thepaperofmiami.com
July 15, 2020
Police Disorderly conduct was reported at 2051 W Matador St, Country Cottage Apartments, Apt. 15, Peru. Disorderly conduct was reported at 4054 W Division Rd, Peru. A traffic accident with injuries was reported near W 300 N and N U.S. 31, Peru. A transport issue was resolved at 1104 W 200 N, Miami County Sheriff ’s Department, Peru. A lockout occurred at 3630 N Walnut Ln, Mexico. A traffic stop was conducted near W 550 N and N U.S. 31, Peru. A bat was removed from 3981 N Bradshaw St, Mexico. An abandoned vehicle was tagged for removal near S Strawtown Pike and E 1000 S, Bunker Hill. A VIN check was conducted at 4579 W 1300 S, Galveston. A funeral escort was assisted with at 3500 W St. Road. 16, McClain Funeral Home, Denver. Theft of property from a vehicle over night was reported at 3788 N 190 W, Peru. A case report was completed. A speeding citizen was pulled over near W Bridge Street and N Mexico Rd, Mexico. A traffic accident with damage was reported near 3311 S St. Road. 19, Smithfield Foods, Peru. A transport issue was resolved at 25 N Broadway St, Miami County Courthouse, courthouse, Peru. A traffic hazard was reported at E 1200 S and S 600 E, Between 600-700 E, Amboy. A pig in the roadway was reported near N Mexico Road. and W 200 N, north of Peru, but this could not be located. A three-month investigation concluded at 2398 Burlington Avenue, Logansport, with the arrest of 44year-old Janell Lee of 7884 E 450 N., Camden, Indiana. Mrs. Lee was charged with one count of theft as a Level 5 felony and 2 counts of theft as Level 6 Felonies. A charge of Possession of a Narcotic, a Level
continued from page 7 6 Felony was charged at the time of bookin. Mrs. Lee is alleged to have stolen over $150,000.00 from her employer from 2017 thru 2019. Broadway Home Improvement of Peru, Indiana, contacted the Miami County Sheriff's Office in March and reported the theft. Owners stated during an audit of the business in February 2020 evidence was uncovered that Mrs. Lee had been taking money above her normal salary for over three years. Mrs. Lee was in charge of bookkeeping and payroll for the business. Mrs. Lee was arrested without incident at her place of employment in Logansport and transported to the Miami County Jail where she was booked-in on a $ 20,000.00 Bond.
S and S 200 W, Peru.
A speeding citizen was pulled over near W 600 N and N U.S. 31, north of the intersection, Peru.
A traffic accident with damage was reported near E 500 S and S Strawtown Pike, Peru.
A traffic hazard was reported near N State Road 19 and E 1400 N, Macy.
A citizen requested assistance at 1502 S Strawtown Pike, Peru.
A welfare check was requested near 1026 N Lincoln St, Peru.
Theft was reported at 38045 DOW CT, Peru. This is an ongoing investigation.
Domestic threats were reported at 603 W Egypt Hill Dr, Peru. Both parties agreed to separate for the night.
Theft at a house under construction was reported at 11745 N St. Road. 19, Macy. A transport issue was resolved at 1104 W 200 N, Miami County Jail, Peru. A health department was assisted at 4724 W 1350 S, Galveston. An animal problem was reported near 76 S Payson St, White Garage, Denver. Bicycles were stolen at 130 E Fourth St, Bunker Hill. A transport issue was resolved at 1104 W 200 N, Miami County Sheriff ’s Department, Miami County Jail, Peru. A VIN check was conducted at 3239 E 400 S, Peru.
A tree on the roadway was reported near S 500 W and W Logansport Rd, Peru.
A lockout occurred at 1633 Warhawk Rd, Peru.
A tree on the roadway was reported near W 100 N and N 400 W, Peru.
A traffic stop was conducted near S 550 E and S St. Road. 19, Amboy.
A tree on the roadway was reported near W 200 N and N U.S. 31, Peru.
A vehicle fire occurred at W 900 N and N U.S. 31, Macy.
A disabled vehicle was located at 101S Broadway St, Peru post office, Peru.
James Chadwell, address unknown, was arrested through a warrant for failure to appear. July 8 A mental case was reported at 603 W Egypt Hill Dr, Peru. Domestic disturbance was reported at 603 W Egypt Hill Dr, Peru. A transport issue was resolved at 275 W 12th St, Dukes Hospital, Peru. An animal problem was reported near E 950 S and S 450 E, Amboy. A traffic stop was conducted near W 400
A traffic hazard was reported near S U.S. 31 and W St. Road. 218, Peru. A speeding citizen was pulled over near W 200 N and N U.S. 31, Peru. Two females had questions about child custody at 1104 W 200 N, Miami County Sheriff ’s Department, Miami County Jail, Peru. They said they were attempting to gain custody of the child, but the primary caregiver would not leave them alone. They wanted to make a report for the record only at this time.
A traffic hazard was reported near S 500 W and W Logansport Rd, Peru. A follow-up was conducted at 1104 W 200 N, Miami County Sheriff ’s Department, Peru. A traffic stop was conducted near W 1500 N and N U.S. 31, Macy. A traffic stop was conducted near W 400 N and N U.S. 31, Peru. A speeding citizen was pulled over near N Eel River Cemetery Road. and N U.S. 31, Peru. A welfare check was requested near W 1400 S and S U.S. 31, Kokomo. Burglary was reported at 5425 S 400 W, Peru. An accidental alarm went off at 224 E Harrison St, Denver. This checked OK. Christian Robertson of 383 W 12th St, Peru, was arrested through a Wabash County warrant. Shelley Minnmiear of 5207 Mohawk Dr, Kokomo, was ar-
rested for burglary. Ronnie Banks of 215 Apache Dr, Peru, was arrested for possession of meth. July 9 An agency assistance was requested at 1603 N St. Road. 19, Correll’s Mobile Home Park, Lot 5, Peru. A transport issue was resolved at 1104 W 200 N, Miami County Jail, Peru. A disabled vehicle was located near E 250 S and S Strawtown Pike, Peru. The vehicle was moved from the roadway. An accidental 911 dial was investigated at 2777 S St. Road. 19, Peru. An animal problem was reported near W 1350 N and N U.S. 31, Macy. A complainant had questions about divorce and child custody at 2022 Shaw St, Peru. A welfare check was requested near E St. Road. 18 and S 800 E, Converse.
A complainant had questions about divorce papers at 1104 W 200 N, Miami County Sheriff ’s Department, Miami County Jail, Peru. An agency assistance was requested at 168 N Hood St, Peru. A VIN check was conducted at 8971 N St. Road. 19, Denver. A VIN check was conducted at 5318 E 600 N, Peru. Roger West of Kokomo was westbound near W 300 S and S U.S. 31, Peru, in a 2017 dump truck. Roger entered the intersection in front of a 2005 gray Pontiac driven by Laurie Baylash. Laurie struck the passenger rear side of the dump truck causing damage to the front end of the Pontiac. There were no injuries and a crash report was completed. An alarm went off at 7931 S Strawtown Pike, Bunker Hill. An unwanted guest was given a no trespass order at 90 E Harrison St, Denver.
A warrant service was attempted at 2909 Travis St, Peru. Susanna Stewart of Peru was traveling west neat E U.S. 24 and E Lovers Lane Rd, Peru, when a deer entered the roadway. Stewart was unable to avoid the deer and struck it with the front of her 2008 White Ford SUV causing damage. No injuries were reported. A State crash report was completed. A welfare check was requested near 4840 E 200 N, Peru. Everything checked OK. A dead body was found at 8908 N Union City Rd, Denver. Jason Jenkins of Miami Correctional Facility 3038 W 850 S, Bunker Hill, was arrested through a court order. David Hiner of Miami Correctional Facility 3038 W 850 S, Bunker Hill, was arrested through a court order. Garry Dawalt of 444 S Genter, Bunker Hill, was arrested for 4 counts of theft and 5 counts of fraud.