The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-06-14
NESOTA HARVEST WILL BE
DILATORY,
so SAY LATE CROP REPORTS
FROM ALONG THE LANE OF THE
NORTHERN PACIFIC RAIL-
ROAD.
Probably Two Weeks, Judging From
the Present Aspect of the
Growing Fields.

The Northern Pacific weekly crop re-
ports indicate a tendency on the part
OF the crops Of this state to be little
tardy in reaching their fullest develop
ment, but this is counteracted to some
extent by the indications that the crop
In Dakota, oppostely, will be two
weeks ahead of the usual time.
A synopsis of the reports is as fol-
lows:
Minnesota Division-The weather conditions
of this week have been almost a repetition
or last week. Two three light TO heavy
fr"sts occurred the first few days. followed
ty general steady rain of several hours du-
ration. Indications the last day or two point
to clear and warmer weather, which Is all
that crops require now. Small grains espe-
cially wheat, have made steady progress. In
few places grain has remained at a stand
still, owing to cool weather. Wheat looks par
ticularly fine on light soil between Sank
Rapids and Little Falls, and appears to be
doing better than that On heavy soil at
present. Prospects for wheat are good; other
grains fair and corn poor. The latter crop
has suffered severely from frost, and much
Of the seed has spoiled. Some farmers claim
It will come out all right with warm weather
whilo others will replant rather than take
chances. Early potatoes were nipped, but
no material harm Is done. Reports say that
hay will be light crop in the largest pro-
ducing sections, Winnipeg Junction to Moor
head. Other localities expect a good crop.
LlUlls EdllS ana dakota Bra0cn-Wneat con-
tinues to flourish, and the prospects for
good crop at this time are very bright. Oats,
barley and flax have received a set back from
frost early in the week, which was more
! than on tho west. Corn looks very doubtful
and a good deal OF it will probably have to
be replanted Gardens are in about the same
condition. A copious rain fell all day Wednes-
day, which will prove most helpful to
frosted grain and vegetables. Plenty of
moisture exists for the present, and only
warmer weather is needed which is mate
rialiZing at this writing.
Fergus Falls Branch-Crops have net pro-
crossed very rapidly this week. but are in a
good, healthy condition Northwest winds
weather. and light frosts have also been an
impeachment. good rain Wednesday. how
ever, is assisting grain considerably, but warm
sunshine is required before much advance
lnent will be observed On the whole, good
average crops of small grain may be
pected. with chances for better. Harvest will
be little late in Minnesota, while in Da-
kota about two weeks earlier than last year.
Manitoba Division, South Of Boundary
General condition of growing grain in the
Red river valley is much better than the
this week. putting the ground in frst-class
shape. The section Of country south OF
Fertile had heavy frost early in the week.
which. It is feared, has injured oats and
barley, the latter more seriously. The rain
which followed may restore these cereals to
a large extent and warm weather would aid
materially. wheat was not touched 1t
only needs some sunshine TO mako conditions
about perfect for it. Moisture came at an OPP
perfume time in Walsh and Pembina coun-
ties. TIE high winds were beginning 10 play
havoc by unCovering seed on elevations, but
r. is said the rain will more than Offset any
harm Gone. Warmer weather is promised.
In Man:toba--The dry spell was broken this
week by a. heavy rain, which commenced OIL
Wednesday and continued through Thursday.
There were some frosts just before the rain,
! but no harm Is reported done Warmer
weather has set in. Taking all conditions into
consideration, the prospects are very pro-
pitious at this time.
Dakota Dvision-Tfc rain last week was fol
lowed by mere cold weather and another
frost, which did not hurt crops anything to
speak Of, hut has simply kept them back, and
is making the season late. The latest seed
ing, however has made good start, and
the moisture has had a tendency to make
grain grow more evenly, and will result in
it ripening all together Plenty of rain this
week and late reports show It is turning
siderably warmer With is all wheat wants
TO make it grow. The chances now are in
favor of good average crops throughout.
Fargo and Southwestern Branch--Another
very heavy rain fell on Tuesday Of this week.
doing wheat and all other grain a world Of
good. Weather Is turning warmer. This will
give everything chance to grow rapidly.
and make up for all set-backs. which. if
anything will prove beneficial III the end.
Cocperstown Branch-Much good has been
accomplished by the rains last week, espe-
cially starting late-sown grain. but another
growing crops back again. Opinions differ
as to the amount Of permanent injury done;
enc farmer will say there cannot be more
than half crop. and the next one will predict
wheat VIII come out all right The general
belief is inclined towards the latter, making
allowances fer many spotted fields. Weather
is favorable for reviving at present. There
has been plenty or rain, and the temperature
is rising
James River Valley Branch-Crops have
improved considerably since last report, al
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able this week. until Wednesday, when It
turned warmer. There Is enough moisture in
the soil to start things growing lively now,
ard there is no doubt but what wheat will
recover lost ground. Coarse grains will be
light crops at the best from present appear
ances. but the prospects for all kinds of
grains are improving daily.
jamestown and Northern Branch-TheIe has
been enough rain to insure plenty Of
moisture in the ground for some time The
weather has become mfder. hence prospects
for good crops are greatly improved. Pre-
vious to Wednesday, 1t remained too cool for
wheat to make much progress. although the
rain last week doubtless saved much of it
from ruin. A few farmers were sowing
more flax this week on the strength of the
favorable conditions.
Mandan and Dickinson--Tne rain last week
gave crops fresh start, but they were handi-
capped from making much progress by sew
eral frosts the early part of this week. Wheat
Is locking we'll on the whole but wants warm
weather, which arrived since rain fell two
or three days ago. 1t Is expected now that
crops Will mature without further hindrance.
Flax may have to be reseeded in places where
it was frosted worst
Montana-The prospects for good crops in
the Gallatin valley at the present time are
very fiattering. There has been ample rain
fall and the weather is warm and congenial.
Grain generally in the Bitter Root valley
looks very poor owing to continued lack Of
rain. Fruit is doing well.
Idaho Washington and Oregon-Along the
main limo east of Pasco. crops are doing
we'll but need rain. West Of Pasco. condi-
tons are practically the same. Palouse
branch reports not as favorable last week
wheat Is maturing too rapidly in places.
Weather hot and rain needed. G. W. r. R.
Crops in excellent condition; weather cool.
Grain along w & G. R. r. R. doing we'll.