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The Daily Dispatch: July 25, 1861., [Electronic resource], $10 reward (search)
Everything was quiet about the Fortress and vicinity, but from information received it was apprehended that an attack would be speedily made at Newport News Point. The Quaker City ran up to Fortress Monroe on Friday, having on board Captain Baker, a wrecker, who had resided for several years in Norfolk. He was picked up in a small beat outside of Cape Henry, while attempting to escape to the North. On reaching Fortress Monroe, Capt. Baker was summoned before Gen. Butler, who queCapt. Baker was summoned before Gen. Butler, who questioned him as to the condition of the defences and troops at and about Norfolk and Ports, mouth. He stated that the defences are of the most formidable character, and the troops are in excellent spirits. He expressed the opinion that Norfolk is prepared to resist any attack that may be made upon it, and the number of troops between that city and Richmond is immense. Provisions are abundant and cheap. Flour is selling as low as in this city, while fresh butter is selling for eighteen ce