On May 3, 1786, the first almshouse in Frederick (at Bentztown) was destroyed by fire. On May 3, 1952, McKendree Riley Etchison, longtime owner of Etchison Funeral Home, died at his residence at 11 West Second Street in Frederick, at age 87. He was born September 15, 1864, in Jefferson. If anyone can add information to these History Moments, or would like to suggest an item for another calendar day, please contact me privately. John W. Ashbury (wasps65@earthlink.net)