The railroads were a major part of Peru's economy several years ago. As we remember it was quite common to get delayed at crossings by trains coming through Peru. In 1896, there were six railroads in operation--Lake Erie & Western; Pittsburgh, Cincinnati, Chicago & St. Louis; Wabash; Eel River; Peru & Detroit; and Chicago & Erie.
The Wabash Cannonball, spewing steam and clickety-clacking along the rails, was in Peru for a commemorative ride. Hopping aboard the steam engine to watch the fireman shovel coal into the massive firebox was unforgetable. It was one of those things "Always wanted to do and got to!"
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