15 May 1873

. . . Our town was somewhat excited a few days since by the mysterious and sudden disappearance of our townsman P. S. Gose.  It subsided somewhat when it was rumored that he had gone to Baltimore on business.  That business was explained a week later by his return accompanied by a lady whom he introduced as Mrs. Gose.  "Long may he wave," and may his example be followed by several others here who are still plodding through life alone . . .
Mr. Patrick Boyle, residing two miles west of this town, met with quite a serious loss on Monday, the 5 inst. while himself and a hired man were at work in a field some half mile from the house, his children playing with matches, set fire in some hay near to his stable, which afterwards communicated to the stable, consuming together with it, four horses, two sets of harness, a quantity of corn, farming tools, etc.
Out hotel charges hands the 15th.  Mr. Tinklepaugh is to assume the duties as "mine host."  Mrs. T. is well qualified for the position of landlady.  Mr. Pfatt retiring to his farm in consequence of the poor health of his wife.
Mr. Gruby, contractor on the German M. E. Church, will begin the building next week. . . .

--Paxton Record.  15 May 1873.