How doees the townspeople react to Jacob inquiry about the old childrens home from the book peculiar children?

The townspeople are dismissive and skeptical of Jacob's inquiry about the old children's home, believing it to be nothing more than a myth or legend. They view Jacob as eccentric and peculiar for his interest in such a seemingly fantastical and unlikely story. Only those with a personal connection to the home, like Miss Peregrine and the peculiar children, understand the truth behind Jacob's inquiries.