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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1900
Page
5
Reports from growing counties indicate higher cotton acreage but seed scarcity and variable stands. Weather could force replanting and delay the season, with expectations of a smaller output unless rains arrive. Texas and Indian Territory face record droughts and a potential drop to about 2.4 million bales.
In this district the cotton area shrank from last season as heavy rain kept lowlands uncultivated. Planting is delayed across New Ulm Kenney Cat Spring and nearby areas with replanting needed after floods, while corn suffers and prospects worsen. Some farmers fear not planting cotton at all if floods persist.
The text weighs whether farmers can achieve an average crop given scarce feed and tools. It notes a theoretical view on replanting corn costs and forecasts the next ten days as decisive. Neighbors may split supplies as corn prices stay high, raising questions of ability versus intention.
The report says cotton acreage will grow about 16 to 15 percent over last year with roughly 20 percent already planted. Some cotton stands appear above ground and may need replanting later. Seed is available from stockmen if replanting becomes necessary.
In Palestine about 10 percent increase in cotton acreage with half the crop planted and growth mostly poor. Planting two to four weeks late. In Elkhart five percent rise with Tworthside planting showing some above ground but stands poor. A few instances report people changing plans due to needing to replant.
Burke reports a 20 percent rise in cotton acreage as farmers shift from corn due to excess rain and a high current price. About 80 percent of intended crop is planted with a food stand achieved. replanting if needed would be unlikely as farmers lack seed.
Weather and flood impacts dominate the belt with heavy rains delaying planting. Reports from Pendletonville Belton Troy Rovers Temple and nearby note portions of cotton land planted several days late with many fields needing replanting and seed shortages projected. Overall acreage shifts show modest increases or losses driven by overflowed lands and wet conditions.
Wellborn Millican Bryan San Antonio report slow planting this season with acreage similar to last year. Many fields are in poor stands or require replanting due to flooding and dry spells, with up to 25 percent of cotton expected abandoned in Brazos bottom and statewide seed shortages.
Farmers enjoyed high cotton seed prices this season and sold most seed for cash, but replanting proved hard. Difficult, if not impossible, to secure seed locally, forcing some to seek elsewhere and a demand for seed has been ordered.
Reports from Mofiade Paige Elgin and Unlowa detail a mixed Cotton season with about ten percent rise in total area but late planting and poor stands in many fields. Replanting is common on first plantings as heavy rains damaged soils and seed scarcity limits emergence.
Cotton planting in Skidmore shows about 95 percent planted with a 10 percent acreage increase and many fields up. early plantings occurred in February and March with partial replants as needed. Beovle county reports nearly double the previous acreage with seven eighths planted and earlier aims to hit early markets but cool wet weather caused replanting and delays. plenty of wood available for remaining work.
The report notes pollen planting this year shows an increase over last year, but Whirtle remains largely unplanted and below ground. Planting occurred about ten days to two weeks later than the previous year, with enough seed on hand to replant if needed.
The cotton crop in the county was heavily damaged by recent rains with lower Braang bottoms destroyed by overflows. Adenne is about 1 percent lower than intended yet farmers are replanting, and the main crops will be late.
In New Boston the county reports cotton acreage up ten percent from last year with three quarters of the crop planted and many stands improving. Early planting may reduce supplies and forced replanting could cause a seed shortage.
Kopperl notes a ten percent decrease in wheat acreage with all crops planted and a good stand expected, though plants may be ten days late compared with last year. Most farmers worry about whether to plant again if rains delay work.
The Marble Falls area reports about a five percent increase in cotton plantings, with not more than twenty percent of the crop in white cotton. The crop is said to be in good stand, though barrier by three weeks may affect replanting, and there is ample seed available if replanting becomes necessary.
The report notes about five percent above last year and roughly 75 percent of the crop planted with uneven stands. Planting is about three weeks late and if replanting becomes necessary, demand for seed will be strong.
Report from agricultural notes shows about forty percent more cotton plants due to windrow hindwer. Yields are fair with most plants standing well. Seed planting is about two weeks early and seed could be scarce if planting continues.
Reports from Pretsburg Hage Lauke Columbus and Gildden indicate varied planting progress. Some areas show late planting and replanting needed due to heavy rains while others report full acreage and good stands with minor replanting, forecasting a possibly shorter overall crop.
About three quarters of the crop planted and three weeks late, with a large bottom area needing replants. Officials note the need for coed for the purpose and expect seed or funding to be scarce.
In Lockhart and Saling reports the cotton acreage shows a small increase yet planting is hampered by heavy rain overflow. Much of the crop will need replanting as fields wash out weed and flood damage slow field work and seed shortages persist across farms.
Report details 5 percent crop abatement in Queen City due to floods and late planting. In Atlanta, cotton acreage appears down slightly as rains wash seed away and keep ground too wet to plow. seed scarcity and late planting threaten stands and replanting efforts amid persistent downpours.
Farmers report about one third of the crop planted with poor stands and two to four weeks late. Seed shortages and heavy rains in March and April push planting back by at least two weeks. 89 percent planted and 90 percent up with weak plants, requiring possible replanting to avoid short yields.
The report notes a one percent cut in cotton acreage from last year with a fair portion already planted. Planting began a week earlier than last season as heavy rains delayed progress. Weather is fair and planting resumes, with about ten percent planted and expectations to replant up to half of damaged crops if killed.
The acreage tie will be 10 percent higher than last year with Expressing the present. About 50 percent of the proposed acreage has been planted and some options are being prepared for planting but not enough to forecast final total. Cotton planting is about two weeks behind. The shed wilt menace is noted but land conditions favor a good crop.
Coleman notes include Innis predicting a 28 percent decrease in patton gcrenge. About 10 percent of the crop is planted now with some emergent but poor. Some may be a week or three late compared to last year. Since late January drought and lack of rain have limited field work. No special shortage of funds though price is high.
Farmers report an increase in cotton planting though only about one fifth of planned acreage has germinated. Heavy rains delayed work and much of the planted crop will need replanting due to poor emergence.
The report notes cotton acreage near a tame ia feet, with about half of the crop already planted. Much of the new crop is up though land quality is poor due to cold and wet weather. Planting was two weeks later than last year, and there may not be enough to cover the entire crop.
The report notes a five percent rise in acreage and substantial crop establishment with 69 percent of fields planted and strong stands. Planting is fifteen days late, land is scarce, and replanting may be required if conditions persist.
The report notes similar cotton acreage to last season with some fields already up and others needing replanting due to heavy rains. Seed shortages are reported and will affect planting. In Clay County note on roughly 18 000 acres with the crop in very back condition.
Farmers face delays as planting struggles persist with stunted growth and poor ground conditions. The replanting effort continues amid heat and heavy work, signaling a very late crop but still hopeful prospects ahead.
The acreage planted in cotton is about six percent above last year with about zero percent of the proposed crop already planted. Most of the new cotton is above ground and the stand is very good. Planting is about the same as last year and there is no shortage of rain with no replanting necessary.
The report notes about half the cotton acreage planted with indications of a good stand emerging. Seed supply is tight and farmers may need to adjust plans as planting progresses over the next two weeks.
In Thomaston the cotton acreage is about half again as large as last season with roughly half planted and a good stand despite wet conditions. If weather clears, planting may start soon though earlier than last year due to ongoing rains. In Youkum acreage rose about 10 percent with around 50 percent planted but stands poor and seed scarce. Cuero reports crop in four to six weeks and in poor condition from heavy rains.
The season shows a 100 percent increase in planted cotton over the lost season with fields looking fine and earlier plantings than last year. Some areas need replanting due to no cotton stands, but overall prospects for a large crop are reported as bright in this section.
Fragmentary report indicates planting progress at about seventy five percent with poor stands and heavy rating. Late planting two to three weeks may reduce yields while weather or disease threatens completion.
The report notes poor conditions in Dallow County with continued wet weather harming crops. Farmers report damaged cotton acreage and uncertain yields as heavy rainfall and wet soils affect growth and harvest prospects.
Acreage in cotton will be creaeed I perhaps 1 per cent. About to 6F per cent of the crop has been planted very fair wean ralne have fooled some and washed dirt over other Mant ing above same tine, Plenty of weed in county.
The report notes higher cotton planting percentages up to sixteen percent with late harvests and dry conditions. It mentions around sixty percent planted previously, with moisture delaying completion. Prices stay high though wet weather has reduced initial planting momentum and risk of replanting.
Fragmentary text discusses acreage planting status with references to percent planted and expectations for growth. Mentions hardships and gloomy outlook for crop yield amid uncertain terms and archaic spellings.
Reports indicate three to four weeks late in planting with fair stands but adequate seed supply. Schulenburg notes similar acreage to last year with some regions heavier in cotton, need for replanting in other areas, and price hints. La Grange cites heavy rains delaying planting. two thirds planted with uplands less affected. Willinger reports about 75 percent planted with 60 percent above ground and replant needs in some zones. overall acreage up around a small percent due to overflowed lands.
Reports from Fayetteville, Warrenton, Muitotia and surrounding counties describe delayed cotton planting due to overflowed lands and continuous rain. In Fayetteville Acrohmseh, about 60 percent planted with 4 percent replanted. in Warrenton most cotton up but faces replanting due to flood damage. statewide acreage shows mixed progress with late planting and anticipated replants in several townships.
A weather and crop report notes cotton acreage may grow about 5 percent with heavy rains delaying planting. Wheat output expected to rise around 30 percent while corn land remains limited. Planting lags by two to three weeks. seed supply tight in lower regions.
The report notes varied cotton planting across Sartartia, Hueasland, and Missouri City with replanting common due to flood damage. Some acreage remains similar to last season while weather delays push planting by weeks and weed issues persist in several counties.
The Mount Vernon area reports an average cotton yield likely higher than last year. About 70 percent of the crop is planted, roughly half already up, with good stands. Planting began a week earlier than last year and recent weather delays are easing, suggesting a strong overall stand and potential seed surpluses if replanting occurs.
Penham notes the harvest in Fannin County is fair with about 15 percent more acreage than last year due to new land. Most fields are planted and growing, though stand quality is only fair. If replanting becomes necessary, seed would need to be shipped in as the county has very little seed on hand.
In Wortham reports indicate the cotton acreage will not rise or fall significantly. About 20 new lands were put in, representing roughly four percent of the crop area planted. Most planted areas are above the usual level and development is largely on schedule.
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