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How John discovered that Hocus had an Intrigue with his.
Wife;* and what followed thereupon.
John had not run on a madding so long had it not been for an extravagant wife, whom Hocus perceiving John to be fond of, was resolved to win over to his side.

It is a true saying, that the last man of the parish that knows of his cuckoldom is himself.

It was observed by all the neighbourhood that Hocus had dealings with John's wife that were not so much for his honour; but this was perceived by John a little too late: she was a luxurious jade, loved splendid equipages, plays, treats and balls, differing very much from the sober manners of her ancestors, and by no means fit for a tradesman's wife.

Hocus fed her extravagancy (what was still more shameful) with John's own money.