Historical Events
- US President Harrison announced the government would open the 1.9 million-acre tract of Indian Territory for settlement precisely at noon on April 22
Famous Birthdays
- Fritz Behrend, German composer, born in Berlin, Germany (d. 1972)
Famous Deaths
- (Edward) Sydney Smith, British pianist and composer, dies at 49
1889 Highlights
About March 3, 1889
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 134 years, 2 months and 30 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Pisces
