On April 2, 1827, The "Office of Pay and Receipt," a branch of The Bank of Westminster became "The Farmers and Mechanics Bank of Frederick County." It was located at the corner of East Second and North Market streets in Frederick. On April 2, 1820, a major fire in the mountain land northwest of Frederick was extinguished by a heavy snowfall. On April 2, 1838, Mrs. Eleanor Potts bought the lot - on East Church Street at present day Maxwell Avenue - she later donated for use as The Episcopal Orphans House of All Saints Parish. On April 2, 1854, Joseph Dill Baker, "Frederick's First Citizen," was born in Buckeystown. On April 2, 1891, the Frederick Brick Works, Inc., was established at 184 East South Street in Frederick. On April 2, 1918, The American's Creed, written by Frederick native William Tyler Page, was accepted by The House of Representatives. At the time, Mr. Page was the clerk of the House, and with the acceptance received the top prize in an essay contest. 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 [email protected]