Today’s highlight
On March 10, 1969, James Earl Ray pleaded guilty in Memphis, Tennessee, to assassinating civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. (Ray later repudiated that plea, maintaining his innocence until his death.)
On this date
Christopher Columbus concluded his second visit to the Western Hemisphere as he left Hispaniola for Spain.
Thomas Jefferson was appointed America’s minister to France, succeeding Benjamin Franklin.
President Abraham Lincoln assigned Ulysses S. Grant, who had just received his commission as lieutenant-general, to the command of the Armies of the United States.
Alexander Graham Bell’s assistant, Thomas Watson, heard Bell say over his experimental telephone: “Mr. Watson — come here — I want to see you” from the next room of Bell’s Boston laboratory.
Former slave, abolitionist and Underground Railroad “conductor” Harriet Tubman died in Auburn, New York; she was in her 90s. 1965: Neil Simon’s play “The Odd Couple,” starring Walter Matthau and Art Carney, opened on Broadway.
Pop singer Andy
Gibb died at age 30of heart inflammation.
Today’s birthdays
Actor Chuck Norris is 84. Actor Shannon Tweed is 67. Actor Sharon Stone is 66. Britain’s Prince Edward is
60. Rock singer Edie Brickell is 58. Actor Jon Hamm is
53. Gold medal gymnast Shannon Miller is 47. Singer Carrie Underwood is 41. Actor Olivia Wilde is 40. Actor Emily Osment is 32.
Some people become sidetracked by competition, but you are likely ready to stand your ground once you have made a commitment. Accept advice about finances or a purchase to help make a dynamic change.
You may want to be that person who casually wanders up to the keyboard and entertains at the party. You may have a special ability, but you may need to put in more practice before you can amaze everyone.
You probably aren’t working for approval from others, but to prove to yourself that you can get things accomplished. You should possess the drive and energy to finish a home project or complete a complicated task.
Someone may be more demonstrative or show more appreciation and affection than usual.
Whisper a few sweet nothings in a special ear and you may be able to experience some seriously luxurious moments.
Accepting someone’s wise advice or making some intelligent changes could improve your financial security during the next few days. You can solidify your relationships by engaging in spiritual discovery or sharing.
Later this week you might stumble upon an opportunity or decide to try out new ideas. You may find exactly what you have desired. Exercise the wisdom and vision to make key decisions that work out in your favor.
Be ready to spice up your love life with extra passion as the week unfolds. There could be an excellent opportunity to discuss a joint future with a special someone. Friends might offer surprising input.
You could meet someone deeply inspiring or someone who changes your viewpoint in the coming week. If single and in Cinderella cycles, it could be the person of your dreams. Otherwise, enjoy a unique friendship.
It is doubtful anyone will expect you to conform to traditional standards in the upcoming week. There may be numerous changes that require innovation, which may mean that you can experiment on your own.
Pay attention this week while your luck and wisdom are likely at a zenith. Consider embracing any excellent opportunities to launch important plans or to make sound decisions. Exercise determination to follow through.
Getting people to enjoy losing money is the secret behind most kinds of gambling. Any indulgence is probably meaningless until you realize what you’re spending every month. Start planning for longterm goals.
You may be your own worst critic. If you let your insecurities run wild, you may see flaws that don’t exist and find ways to sabotage yourself. Learn to see things to admire within yourself, and validate them.
A romantic partner, a brainstorm, or an inspiring idea might consume your thoughts during the next four to five weeks. You could dream big in April but may need to be decisive and take action to overcome any opposition or obstacle to achieve your visions.
Magi Helena,
Tribune Content Agency