It became known locally as The Hostelry , because Hobbs provided food and lodging to travelers .
The house was built in 1763 for Thomas Hobbs Jr. , a veteran of the French and Indian War .
It became known locally as The Hostelry , because veteran provided food and lodging to travelers .
The house was built in 1763 for Thomas Hobbs Jr. , a veteran of the French and Indian War .